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The What’s On Cardinia Festival is in full swing with many different art, entertainment and business experiences on offer. One of the stand out events is the What’s On Cardinia Showcase held at the Cardinia Cultural Centre, which sees local artists’ works on display until 20 March. Exhibitor Wayne Ryan is not only showcasing his sculpture works but also took time to demonstrate his craft on Wednesday 23 February. Read more on page 5
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alleged criminal act. Of them, 63 were male and three female. The fatality toll was down from 73 in the previous year. Manufacturing was the deadliest industry with 14 fatalities, followed by construction with 13 deaths and agriculture, forestry and fishing with nine. WorkSafe chief executive Colin Radford said these industries would continue to be targeted by WorkSafe inspectors. “It’s simply unacceptable that we are seeing the same industries feature prominently in workplace deaths and serious injuries year after year,” he said. “WorkSafe is committed to working towards a future where no one loses their life at work, including by taking strong enforcement
action against those ignoring their health and safety obligations.” Long-term contact with chemicals or substances was the leading cause of death. Among the 12 fatalities, five related to asbestos and four to crystalline silica. Falls from height led to nine deaths, falling objects killed eight workers and vehicle accidents seven. The deaths of four workers were related to Covid-19. Vehicles and machinery were involved in 21 fatalities and were the most dangerous workplace hazards. More than two-thirds of the workers killed were aged 45 or older. The youngest was an eight-year-old boy – among three members of the public to die in a workplace incident.
Mr Radford urged Victorians to “reflect on the lasting impact of a workplace tragedy”. “Hundreds of families, loved ones and colleagues left devastated by a death that could have been prevented. “It’s difficult to imagine the indescribable pain they are feeling. “Out of respect for those we have lost and their families, it is time we said enough. “There is simply no excuse for cutting corners when it comes to workplace safety.” Mr Radford said many others were dealing with the pain and suffering from serious and often life-changing injuries suffered at work. “We need every workplace to take the time to properly assess their health and safety risks and plan how to eliminate or manage them, because failing to do so can lead to tragedy.”
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Four people lost their lives at workplaces within the Cardinia Shire in 2021 - the equal highest toll in the state, according to WorkSafe data. WorkSafe has declared the state’s workplace death toll “unacceptable”, totalling 66 for the year. The Southern Metropolitan Area, which includes Cardinia, Casey, Greater Dandenong, Frankston, Kingston and Mornington Peninsula, also recorded the most workplace deaths (10) in the state. The region had the most WorkSafe injury claims totalling 3877, with 1233 in Greater Dandenong alone. Across Victoria, there were 66 lives lost at work in 2021 – 43 from workplace incidents, 14 from disease, five in transport accidents, three in medical incidents and one in an
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Alleged ARC drugdealer bailed By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Narre Warren drug user accused of trafficking heroin and ice near Casey ARC swimming pool has been granted bail. Sanjesh Charan was arrested in a black Mercedes Benz parked near the pool during Victoria Police’s Operation Omni blitz of the Fountain Gate area, Dandenong Magistrates’ Court heard. Nominal informant Sergeant Chris Marlowe told the 15 February bail hearing that police searched Charan and another male who had been leaning in through the car’s window about 2.40pm on 21 January. In the car, police allegedly found several bags of alleged heroin, weighing about 13 grams. They also seized several bags of alleged meth weighing a total of 9 grams. Three phones owned by Charan – including one that was “constantly ringing” - were also seized, as well as digital scales, a large hunting
knife and $320 cash, the court was told. The second male was found with two bags of suspected heroin - branded with the same distinctive purple line as the alleged heroin found in the car, Sgt Marlowe said. The substances had yet to be forensically tested and weighed. After his arrest, Charan was assessed by a forensic police officer as being “not fit” for a police interview. At the time, he had been on bail on a meth possession charge. Police opposed bail on the grounds of Charan’s “unacceptable” risk of reoffending and endangering the community if released. Sgt Marlowe noted the unemployed man’s “extensive” 37-page criminal history – including court-imposed drug-treatment orders in 2005 and 2010. “We don’t believe any bail conditions can reduce the risk to an acceptable level.” In arguing for bail, a defence lawyer con-
ceded Charan’s long prior history was his “biggest hurdle” for bail. However, he was assessed as suitable for supervised bail as part of the CISP support program, the lawyer said. He hadn’t previously had CISP support for his long-standing drug and complex mental health issues. Charan had successfully completed a CCO in the past despite his difficulties. He had stable public housing, the lawyer argued. Magistrate Gregory Connellan was satisfied by “a very fine margin” that the risk could be reduced to an acceptable level. This was due to having CISP support for the first time as well as bail conditions such as a night curfew and a driving ban. Charan’s marriage plans and his hopes to care for his 80-year-old mother on dialysis were not relevant to risk, Mr Connellan said. Charan was bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 10 March.
Shooting witnesses sought Police are appealing for witnesses after a driver was shot at in Narre Warren. Investigators have been told a man was driving north along Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road near Norfolk Drive in a white Audi sedan, when his vehicle was shot at around 5pm on Monday 21 February. It is believed the shot came from a white utility vehicle travelling north. The Audi was damaged but the man was uninjured and drove to a nearby police station to report the incident. The exact circumstances are yet to be determined and the investigation is ongoing. Detectives are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or the cars involved leading up to the incident, or anyone with dash cam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
Charged on cricket club theft A homeless man has had a blurry few days, finishing off $500 worth of alcohol he allegedly stole from the Pakenham Cricket Club over the weekend. Pakenham Police Senior Detective Colin Beard said he had interviewed and charged the 21-year-old man, who had no fixed address, with burglary and theft. The man allegedly broke into the Pakenham Cricket Club rooms at Toomuc Reserve overnight of Sunday 20 February following a charity event at the club the night before. It’s estimated $400 to $500 worth of alcohol, left over from the event, was stolen. Detective Beard said the man had been living out of his car at Toomuc Reserve. Police recovered only empty alcohol containers when he was picked up on Tuesday 22 February. The man has been bailed and will appear at the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court in July.
Firearms, drugs arrest A Narre Warren man has been arrested after Victoria Police located a number of firearms and drugs at a Hallam property. Detectives executed the warrant on Empire Way at about 10.45am on Thursday 17 February, following an ongoing investigation. The 23-year-old man was subject of a Firearms Prohibition Order and was arrested at the property by the Southern Metro Regional Crime Team. During the search, they located six firearms including a handgun, 3D printed pistol, sawn off shotgun and a longarm rifle. Detectives also located a trafficable quantity of methamphetamines and a Ford Ranger believed to be stolen from Notting Hill. The man was charged with possession of 23 various weapons and theft, as well as drugrelated charges. He was remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday 18 February.
A Southern Brown Bandicoot has been photographed for the first-time, scurrying the underground crossings in Kooweerup.
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Bandicoot snapped using crossing Our furry little friend, the Southern Brown Bandicoot has been photographed for the first-time, scurrying the underground crossings in Kooweerup. As part of the Strategic Sealed Roads Project and in partnership with the Royal Botanical Gardens Cranbourne, the council installed seven bandicoot crossings during the construction of Boundary Drain Road and Main Drain Road last year. Cardinia Shire Mayor Jeff Springfield said
the photo showed the efforts the shire had put in place to protect this nationally endangered species. “We are proud to be a part of this trial and its efforts to protect these animals by reducing their road deaths,” Cr Springfield said. “These cameras in these underground crossings will continue to monitor and collect data for further usage of the crossings in other projects. If evidence of Bandicoot activity can be observed, these crossings will
become the new standard across the state which is exciting news. “We look forward to more photographs of our Bandicoot friends as they continue to enjoy their journey through the underground crossings.” To learn more about the Southern Brown Bandicoot and what you can do to help protect this endangered species, go to our website at cardinia.vic.gov.au/southernbrownbandicoot
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Michelle Noonan with her book, ‘Silence Speaks Beauty’. 269885 Where is your dream holiday destination? The Maldives, I think this requires no explanation. What is your favourite colour and why? Blue, it can be peaceful, soft or electric. Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert? I find it a really interesting question and believe we are really all both. The important thing being that we are humans and we need each other. Life is about how we interact, not our own inner workings.
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What was your first job? I was a bank teller for the CBA at 17 years old. The training was very scary at that age. I can recall being quite fearful after a near-missed armed robbery. What are the three most used apps on your phone? Email, words with friends and Quora. What’s one question that you have always wanted answered? What happens after our souls leave our physical bodies?
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What are you most passionate about? Poetry and writing. What do you love about what you do? I love the freedom to express myself in creative form. Who is the best person you’ve worked with? I have had the pleasure of working with so many wonderful people throughout my life. I am always most impressed by people that try to help others. What is your most memorable moment? My first poetry read was the most memorable moment, not for all the right reasons. I had been reading my work on 3WBC but had not read on-stage. I turned up in Hawthorn nervous as a mouse stuck in a cat’s jaws. I then realised that I was getting on the stage directly after Alex Scovron (an award-winning poet / author). I wanted to run out of the room screaming and return home on the train. Yet I managed to keep breathing and read my poetry. What was your favourite subject in school? Music What event past or present would you like to witness? I’d like to witness the beginning of world peace, in the future. I would also really love to get to meet the person who claims responsibility for this. What are you currently listening to, watching or reading? I try to pick a new genre of music each day, yesterday was ‘60s Valentine’s Day. Today is shaping up to be a jazz day. I am reading mostly poetry books to be honest and it’s rare for me to watch TV but I lean towards true crime. I also love Survivor but continually miss it If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook? Chinese chilli beef with tossed vegetables.
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Art lovers explore the many varied styles and disciplines at the Cultural Centre.
Chrissy Llyod checks out the sculpture and framed art works on display.
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Showcase for art lovers By Shelby Brooks Art lovers have a unique opportunity to see the creative process behind a sculpture’s imaginative designs as part of the What’s On Cardinia Festival. Hobby sculptor Wayne Ryan demonstrated hebel stone carving at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Wednesday 23 February as part of the What’s On Cardinia Showcase. The showcase is a multi-disciplinary exhibition at Cardinia Cultural Centre with works by the wonderful local creatives involved in the What’s On Cardinia Festival. Visitors can expect to see a variety of mediums including painting, sculpture, projection, print, flower arranging, mosaic, watercolour, photography, resin art and drawing. Wayne is primarily a hobby metal artist, but also enjoys working in other mediums such as limestone and hebel stone carving, as well as glass and woodworking. This is the first time he has exhibited and demonstrated to the public. He began his artistic journey many years ago after suffering a loss of his brother. “I was at a bit of a loss. I needed something to clear my head,“ he said. “I felt like I was getting under everybody’s feet being sad all the time. I needed something just to do on my own just to get my mind away from the tragedy.” His ’learn as you go’ approach quickly flourished into a passion that consumed most of his spare time. Wayne said he is often asked where he gets his ideas from, but there was no easy answer. Wayne rarely approaches a design with a plan he likes to sit down and let it develop naturally. “I rarely draw stuff because if I had to sit down and design something, I probably couldn’t do it,“ he said. “When it’s abstract, I have the freedom to change it to how I like.“ Wayne shared his artistic process with onlookers at the Cultural Centre, explaining how he uses whatever tools he has on hand to create his unique designs. The What’s On Cardinia Showcase is free to enter until Sunday 20 March every day from 10am to 3pm (excluding Mondays).
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Berwick Show is on again The Berwick and District Agricultural and Horticultural Society is set to welcome exhibitors to Akoonah Park this weekend. The society said it was disappointed it was unable to invite the public to enjoy displays of cattle, sheep, poultry, dairy goats, cooking and crafts, show jumping and photography this year. President Noelene King said the society expected next year’s show would return to usual conditions. “We expect 2023 will see us return our annual show to the traditional weekend of fun and competition when we welcome families and people of all ages to enjoy all the sections we have on offer,” she said. “Covid-19 has certainly impacted the run-
Exhibitors at the 2021 Berwick Show sheep event. ning of our iconic event, however, the society has always been aware there was enthusiasm amongst exhibitors to exhibit and shows have always been a place where friends come to-
gether to compare and discuss their particular interest.” Cooking and craft enthusiasts are still invited to enter, with exhibits required to be left at the Jack Rae Centre on Friday 25 February between 1pm and 6pm. Entries can be made on the day. Showjumpers and cattle exhibitors will spend the weekend at the showgrounds whilst the dairy goats and poultry will be judged on one day. The Berwick show dog competition will join with the Pakenham Show Society to stage their judging at KCC Park. The traditional Labour Day Horse Show will again be held on Monday 14 March.
Entries are now open via showday.online Ms King thanked all the committee members who have met during the year to plan the event, along with section chairs and volunteers. “Margaret Boon, our secretary, and Sonia Leahy, our treasurer, are working diligently in the lead up to the show and their efforts are very much appreciated,” she said. “The society is grateful to the sponsors who have shown their support and the judges and stewards who will give their time. “The City of Casey has been a great support this year as one of our major sponsors and even though we cannot attach their name to our traditional evening event they will feature as a sponsor on our three days of showing.”
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SOCIALLY SPEAKING Greater Dandenong Mayor Jim Memeti is making a pitch for the Commonwealth Games in Dandenong. Here’s what our Facebook readers had to say: Ann Scott: How about worrying about cleaning up Dandenong and getting some decent retail and restaurants in the area! And while you are at it the streets could be cleaned up from all the rubbish that is bumped! Gaye Guest: Here we go again! That site is not the place for a stadium and will bring more problems than it’s worth. Let’s not even talk about the traffic congestion. Can we please start talking about how we are going to preserve our open spaces for everyone not just a select few. Micallef Town Planning: Not sure there are many places in CGD that would be better for a stadium to be honest. Dandenong Station is a short walk away and has direct access to rail services from the city, Cranbourne, Pakenham and Gippsland. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Trattore’s solid silver win Officer-based brewer Trattore has brought home the silver for its Earthen Pear Cider and New World Cider in the Australian Cider awards. Cider Australia announced the 2021 winners on Wednesday 2 February, via an online presentation. The awards bring together the Australian cider community to celebrate Australian cider and rewards excellence in cider production. For each class, bronze, silver or gold medals are awarded based on points achieved, with the highest score winning best in class and the overall category trophy. Trattore’s Earthen Pear Cider, exhibited for the first time, was awarded a Silver Medal for the New World Perry Medium Class. Winemaker, Normal Lever, was especially
pleased with the result. “Our approach to making the Earthen Pear Cider was similar to that of our New World Apple Cider with which we pioneered our methods - to produce a product that displays both the technical and creative sides of the ‘New World’ style while showcasing the clean, delicate character of fresh fruit,” Trattore’s winemaker Norman Levy said. The New World Cider was awarded a Silver Medal for 2021 in the New World Medium Sweet class, having been awarded a Bronze Medal in 2019 for New World Sweet Cider. The 2020 show was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Trattore Cider range is inspired by traditional methods and refreshingly modern flavours, and speaks to the the decades of love and hard work that three generations of the Russo
family have poured into Bellevue Orchard. “We have been big supporters of Cider Australia for a long time, and it is great to get this recognition for Trattore, a cider that we love to make, drink and share,” Bellevue Orchard CEO Nick Russo said. Using no preservatives and made with only real, Australian fruit straight from the family orchard and other local orchards, this awardwinning collection of boutique ciders is making its mark nationally. Bellevue - a family owned apple orchard has been supplying fresh fruit to markets and grocers around the nation since 1953, and grows over 20 different varieties apples and pears. The Russo family diversified into fruit processing 25 years ago and now crushes, juices and bottles many different varieties of apple
juice as well as brewing lots of cider. With operation of the commercial orchard at its core, Bellevue also conducts fruit processing and packaging services, as well as operating a small retail and hospitality venue at Officer, employing over 30 people. Their Summer Snow is a range of juices, including variety specific apple juices and other fruit blends. Trattore, the Italian word for Tractor, is a range of sophisticated, boutique ciders made from locally grown fruit. Bellevue Farm Gate sells all-Australian produce, coffee, juice and cider, along with pizzas and gourmet pies from the food van. Visit Bellevue Farm Gate, at Bellevue Orchard in Officer, to enjoy and experience Trattore. Open every day from 8.30am to 4.30pm.
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Appreciating differences Many, many years ago in China, a wise old man was sitting by a road that connected two villages, both of which he knew very well. Around about midday, a young man was walking along the road from the eastern village towards the western village and since he had not been there before decided to ask the old man what the people were like in the next village. The wise old man considered his question and asked in return, “what were they like in the village you have just come from?” The young man replied that they were friendly, hospitable and that he very much enjoyed their company to which the old man replied, “that is exactly what they are like in the next village” and so the young man carried on, looking forward to meeting the people at his destination. Sometime later, another young man was setting out from the eastern village with the intent of going to the western village and similarly spotted the old man by the side of the road. Since he too had not travelled there before, he decided to ask the old man what the people were like in the next village. The wise old man listened to his question and once again asked, “what were they like in the village you have just come from?” The young man said that they were unfriendly, difficult to get on with and that he was very pleased to have left the village. The old man replied, “that is exactly what they are like in the next village”. This story, based on an old Chinese parable, illustrates the point that often when we start to see patterns arise in our interaction with others, it may well be that the nature of these interactions is more due to our own personal nature than that of those we interact with. If the interactions are positive, then this is great and clearly we should do more of the same. However, if the interactions are not pleasant, perhaps we need to look at how our own behaviour may be contributing to this. This is not necessarily easy to do, but if we are serious about improving our personal relationships, it is essential.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH Last week, I spent a day with a fun and lively team from the financial sector in our local area. One of the exercises we did was to complete a simple questionnaire that highlighted the natural behavioural styles of each team member and showed visually the team’s overall natural dynamic. Not only was this a fun exercise to do, we used it to discuss how we can identify different patterns and use this knowledge to communicate better with those that we interact with. It highlights the fact that different styles place different emphases on communication elements and so by understanding the nature of the person you are talking to, you stand a greater chance of communicating more effectively by taking this into consideration. For example, if you are a results- oriented person who is keen to get things done, then by talking to someone who is primarily peopleoriented, getting straight into how your idea will create bottom-line improvements may not necessarily grab their interest as they will be looking for the impact on people. Equally, someone who is process-oriented and likes things done in a formal way may not find it easy to appreciate a new way of doing things if presented by someone who is creative and ideas-oriented but has not taken the time to describe how the idea would actually work in practice. Perhaps thinking about this may cause you to reframe the age-old adage of ‘treat others how you would like to be treated’ into ‘treat others how they would like to be treated’ since clearly we do not all want to be treated in quite the same way! Ian Ash is the managing director for OrgMent Business Solutions. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Minister is all aboard ing the best in station amenities and technologies in the suburbs,” Mr Carroll said. “Once upon a time you went to the cities to have those kind of stations, now they are popping up around our outer suburbs.” The “revolution” also includes the controversial extension of the Pakenham line to Pakenham East as well as the removal of level crossings in Pakenham at Racecourse Road, Main Street and McGregor Road. Mr Carroll didn’t provide a direct response when questioned about the extension, stating: “Minister [Jacinta] Allen is very much working on that project.“ “Bass MP Jordan Crugnale is a strong advocate for the transport needs of her local community. We know public transport is how Victorians want to get to work,“ he added. The first HCMT began operating on the Pakenham line in December 2020. The new trains will gradually enter passenger service on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines. Longer term, they will run through to Sunbury following the opening of the Metro Tunnel in 2025. Mr Carroll said he would continue to work with the Treasurer to advocate for the next order of HCMT trains.
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Safe Plate Day Neighbourhood Watch will be hosting a safe plate day at Bunnings Cranbourne. Anti-theft screws will be fitted to the front and back of your vehicle for a gold coin donation. From 10am-2pm on Sunday 27 February
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With so many people taking up different types of arts during the lockdown, so people are being asked to share their talents by the Botanic Gardens Retirement Village. Items can be dropped off for display during the day on Friday 25 February and get picked up on Sunday 27 February after 4pm. Morning and afternoon tea will be available to visitors and there will be a folk music performance on Sunday from 3-4pm. The show will open on Friday night and run until Sunday at 4pm at 41 Craig Road, Junction Village.
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Stirring trouble By Mitchell Clarke It was the initiative that dished up smiles during lockdown, but now a decrepit looking Spoonville site in Pakenham is providing any-
It was the initiative that dished up smiles during lockdown, but now a decrepit looking Spoonville site in Pakenham is providing anything but joy. During the one hour exercise limit - which is now a distant memory - Spoonville sites across Cardinia Shire were the most popular place to visit. Despite the fad having died down entirely, the Cardinia Lakes community was understandably upset at news their local site appeared to have been targeted by cruel vandals. Estate resident Laksika noticed the destroyed site during her daily walk on Sunday 24 January. “I think someone has just walked over it or kicked them all over. It’s very sad to see it. We always used to stop there and have a look for new ones,” she wrote on Facebook. The reaction from her neighbours was similar. “Absolutely disgusting. The highlight of our walk is our toddler stopping to look and admire the spoons,” one local woman said. “That’s so disappointing. My kids had spoons in there,” another woman added. Pakenham Hills Ward councillor Jack Kowarzik said the news was “really frustrating”. “Spoonville was created by locals for the enjoyment of local children and to see it vandalised is disappointing,” he said. Cardinia Art Society president Jillian Ronald described Spoonville as an “amazing initiative” during Melbourne’s lengthy lockdown. “It’s given joy and positivity in some very dark times and I just think it’s really disappointing that, when the community put together a project to support each other during a difficult time, that someone would take the trouble to destroy it. They’d be better off going home to create a spoon and putting it with
In happier times - Maci, Willow and Aubrey at a Pakenham Spoonville site. 214450 the rest,” she said. “I’d suggest there’s much better things they could do with their time.” The ‘Spoonville’ trend was born out of Winnersh, England, in an attempt to improve mental health by simply making people happy as they were out and about during daily exercise. The quirky saga soon made its way to Cardinia - after Australia’s first ever site was constructed up the highway in Longwarry. Within weeks, the site had spread to Pakenham, Officer, Garfield, Nar Nar Goon, Emerald and Beaconsfield.
Ms Ronald acknowledged the Spoonville craze had now hit a dead end. “They’re getting a little bit tired, so maybe it’s time for the spoons to come home,” she said. Ms Ronald, who commissioned the two local sites at Lakeside in Pakenham, encouraged community members to collect their spoons from their local sites. She added that in mid-February she’d look to clean up all remaining Spoonville’s and relocate any leftover spoons to an “undisclosed location”.
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Celebration of twos-day By Marcus Uhe Students at Hampton Park’s Kilberry Valley Primary School have marked the unique date of 22/02/2022 by wearing tutus over their school uniform on Tuesday, or twos-day, as it was coined. The students were encouraged to participate in number two-themed activities, such as writing stories with exactly 22 words, estimating 22 centimetre lengths, listing things that come in pairs and suggesting their favourite duos. Assistant principal Chris Taylor said the idea was about putting a smile on the students’ faces. “It’s a little bit of fun because school’s been pretty tough over the least two years,” Ms Taylor said. “We’re just trying to bring some fun and enjoyment to a day which is pretty unique.” “We’re from a very mixed cultural community and it brings us all together.” She said “a good percentage” of the 500-student cohort, and many staff members, took up the offer, including both boys and girls and importantly, the school leaders.
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Scout volunteers needed “Being online is not what being a Scout is all about,“ she said. “We’re still rebuilding [after online learning], and it’s not only going on in our district.“ Beyond the fun and family atmosphere that Scouts offer volunteers, the benefits of becoming a leader includes undertaking accredited courses that can be used as credits towards other studies. The 1st Bunyip Scout Group is holding come and try night on Thursday 24 February
from 7pm to 8.30pm for eight to 14 year olds and their parents. “We’re hoping people will come along and see what Scouts is about,“ Tracey said. Kids will undertake a team work activity called a giraffe race and also cook bush donuts. A parent information session will be held at the same time. Email gl.1stbunyip@scoutsvictoria.com. au or head to scoutsvictoria.com.au to learn more.
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Pop-up dining spaces sprang up throughout the city last year as Covid safe practices restaurants and forced cafes to turn to the streets for space, and after a successful summer initiative is set to run, the be months - a decisionextended over the coming that has left some munity members comvery unhappy. The pop-up outdoor dining program originally developed was as a way for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing Covid ronment and saw temporary platformsenviseating areas quite and literally “pop up” Cardinia, with seating around spaces in many areas, taking over car parking including in Pakenham’s Main Street. Whilst many people are enjoying making use of the new al fresco spaces, longtime enham local and Pakactive community Jack Mitchell said member that the lack of cleanliness and maintenance of the Main Street was “an absolute disgrace” and neededspaces addressed by the to be council. “I travel all over the state and I have seen a main street never in as bad a shape Street, Pakenham,” as Main Mr Mitchell said. “It’s just dreadful, everywhere, there’s there are cigarette butts bird and the street pavementspoo all over the place Outdoor dining spaces are falling apart. are proving quite “Why anybody divisive along Pakenham’s would want to Main Street now go to the Main Street. is beyond me,” Mr Mitchell said. Picture: CARDINIA The other, less glamorous SHIRE COUNCIL view of the Main Street outdoor dining Mr Mitchell has be going anywhere lived in the area area. anytime soon, as since 2004 dinia Shire and said he has the Carraised Picture: JACK MITCHELL dinia Shire Council this issue with the Car- sions of Council are now calling for expres- dining spaces had proved popular interest for businesses mer and helped over many times, but avail. to support businesses sum- the shops - but it’s to no new, free “parklets” to apply mainly the dirtiness after a the problem,” - hoping to see more for difficult year. that’s “They told me porary outdoor he said. temthat they’ve got seating areas spring “Outdoor dining but it’s just getting big plans, Cardinia. “We have this big, certainly brought up across the worse,” he said. low-hanging tree a buzz to and streets of the shire outside all these parrots following a tough “Taking away the Cardinia Mayor keep coming along year. It’s great to see parking out the Brett Owen said making a mess. of the shops for and the community front a successful summer that after Cardinia some embrace venues and show trial of the parklets, unbelievable - most outdoor seating is just council Yesterday the council them some much the needed love,” were excited of the seats can’t came because she said. used.” complained to even be ing areas installed to see more outdoor dinwe them and they But the owner and throughout the area. said ‘yes, it’s very dirty’, but Mr Mitchell said “We trialled the they told us that Kebabs, Sam Bayraktar operator of Pakenham clean that the council parklet concept we should sending “someone should be mer in it up.” told over Star News that he sum- and other business Pakenham and we’re down there to clean as the council are owners on Main now on the look- that it up” out for new Mr Bayraktar said Street felt “accountable” for the restaurants, cafes that the area had the spaces are worthwhile ensuring the shire ly become “a dumping recentand bars across saster outdoor seating areas had been that would love to “a difor us”. ground” for people and usable if they are going to be taking leave rubbish and host a parklet from to March onwards,” Cr Owen unwanted junk as up car parking spots. “It’s a total mess,” said. that he didn’t have well, and Mr Bayraktar said. However, the pop-up Councillor Tammy the resources or “We can’t even use dining spaces won’t to be cleaning up the time the seating, it’s so highly of the concept, Radford also spoke less. the “ridiculous” point- side. mess outstating that the al fresco First of all we lost “It’s become more our car parks in of a dumping ground front of and an eyesore than something nice,” he said.
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Sarah takes career lead Upon her recent retirement after eight years as St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School’s Head of Careers, Deb Cumming handed over the reins of the crucial secondary school role to experienced careers’ adviser, Sarah Luck. Sarah, a fully qualified career practitioner, spent 10 years as a career practitioner in secondary education before joining the St Paul’s community. She is currently in her final year of study at Swinburne University, completing a Bachelor of Behavioural Studies. Prior joining the education sector, Sarah worked in private industry in youth mentoring and employment programs where she developed her passion for working with young people. She is looking forward to guiding St Paul’s students to discover their future path. “My focus is working with students to help them find direction and purpose in their studies and to give them the confidence to take the next step on their life journey,” Sarah said. “I am delighted to be starting my role as head of careers and VET coordinator at St Paul’s.” Deb Cumming has been mentoring Sarah during her transition period, ensuring that students receive outstanding support across the school’s Warragul and Traralgon Campuses as they complete their secondary schooling and move onto tertiary study or employment.
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For the love of the game By David Nagel We would all agree…it’s the perfect time to get off the couch and get active! Beaconsfield Superules – a club for footballers 35 years and over – has been an integral part of the local sporting landscape for the best part of two decades. Players have flocked to Perc Allison Reserve over the years to continue their deep love and passion for the game. But football – just like many other pursuits in life – has been affected by the impact of Covid, with the Eagles now looking to bolster their numbers to keep a magnificent tradition going strong. “We had a whole year off and then only played six games last year…Covid has impacted a lot of sporting clubs and ours is no different,” said club president Darren Hansen. “We’re looking to get some new players down to the club, and most importantly their families. “We are very much a family-focussed club. It’s a club focussed on blokes, partners, wives and kids, it’s not a football club that just stands around drinking beer. “It’s a family club, a community focussed club and we want new players to come and experience the same enjoyment and friendships that we have over the years. “I can guarantee…if you come down to Beaconsfield, you won’t regret it. “We’re a very proud club with a strong culture and tradition.” Beaconsfield Superules competes in the AFL Masters Southern Division. In 2022 it plans on fielding two teams in over 35’s – seniors and reserves – and teams in over 45’s, 50’s and 55’s. “You can be the fittest bloke, or the un-fittest bloke, it doesn’t matter…it’s footy for fun at Beaconsfield for the players and the families,” Hansen said. Gembrook MP Brad Battin is a huge supporter of the Superules concept and was a keen footballer in his day. Standing on Perc Allison Oval again brought back some mixed emotions. “I got Beacy knees here at Perc Allison Oval…when the stones used to show through the surface,” Mr Battin said. “I played at Berwick juniors and went to Beacy when I was under 16s, went into the under 17s, and I actually did my back on this ground in about 1992. I was out for two years, and never came back to footy.” Battin is also a massive advocate for Men’s Health…mental health in particular. “I love footy and it’s not about the return you get by putting a sign up at the ground, it’s about blokes getting out on the ground, of all ages, keeping active and keeping them
From left; Beaconsfield Superules President Darren Hansen, Gembrook MP and sponsor Brad Battin, and coach Shane Mooney want locals over 35 to experience the many benefits of playing football again. 269642 moving,” he said. “Men’s health, mental health, across the whole board, is so big and one of the best preventions is staying out with your mates and having a kick of the footy. “Most of the guys here, if you sat them down in a room they wouldn’t say a thing. “But put a football in their hands and all of a sudden they will pop up with ‘I’m having trouble at home’ or ‘I’m having trouble at work’… that type of thing. “Sport is so important in keeping ourselves healthy…both physically and mentally. “When you have a footy club promoting those things, and everyone talking about it, everyone wins.” Mr Battin said he had great admiration for the passion of the players at the club. “I’ve been here for a quiet one with the boys on a Thursday night, and been to their awards nights, and they’ve got smiles on their faces like the youngest junior players have,” he said. “The best outcome you will get is you play
the game and enjoy it, but even if you can’t get out on the field come down and run some drinks, help behind the bar, clean the clubrooms, volunteer in some capacity and you’ll get enormous reward and satisfaction from it. “You will get more out of it than you put in, but the more you put in the more you will get out of it. “You also get to meet some wonderful people to share the journey with.” Beaconsfield coach Shane Mooney, now in his fifth year at the club, said Superules accommodates for all levels of footballers over35 – from those still super-competitive to those who have never touched a football before. “Footballers never die, once you’re out there you get into it, but it’s done in good fun and we have some terrific rivalries with some of the clubs we play against,” Mooney said. “After the game it’s about catching up, talking about how good we use to be and having a bit of a laugh. “We’ve had people come down in their late
40’s, people that have never touched a football before, and they have a ball. One player won a trophy in just his second year of playing.” Mooney said the impact of Covid has hit the club hard. “In the (over) 35s we have struggled to get numbers. We were a really strong club before Covid but we’re struggling a bit right now. “For anyone out there, who is thinking about it and hasn’t played football before, we’re a very friendly club and we won’t push anyone past their limits. “Come down; do as much as you can, even if it’s just getting to training initially. “I’m sure everyone who makes the effort will thoroughly enjoy the experience.” Beaconsfield Superules train at 6pm on Wednesday nights at Perc Allison Oval. Those interested in getting active, and getting involved in a wonderful sporting organisation, can contact club president Darren Hansen on 0419 163 868…or just rock up to training and make yourself known.
Deep Creek developing golfing friendships for life By David Nagel The next superstar of Australian golf may very well be treading the fairways of the Deep Creek Golf Club (DCGC) in Pakenham with the club embarking on an exciting program that will help juniors fall in love with the game. Everyone that has had a long association with golf knows of the many benefits it can bring, with friendships formed for life, and the ongoing challenge of trying to improve your game one of the great pursuits in life. The DCGC is deeply committed to seeing the game grow and is a willing participant in the Australian Golf Foundation Junior Girls Scholarship Program. Adhering to Golf Australia’s strategic plan - Vision 2025 – the Program is designed to foster a deep love of golf by creating a strong bond between girls aged 10-16 and their local golf club and facility. The program’s primary aim is to grow the female game, and to encourage young girls who have shown promise and interest in golf. 18 STAR NEWS
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It also aims at retaining existing girls and supporting junior program participants to continue their golfing journey. Girls new to golf may also be engaged in this program, should they demonstrate a commitment to learning the sport, prior knowledge and interest in golf and by learning via a structured 24-week Pro training program. The teaching professional at Deep Creek, and committed junior coach Mark Shaw, is excited to see where the journey will take his young stars. “With the support of club members we would like to provide scholarship holders with the opportunity to advance their skills through coaching,” Shaw explained. “We would also like to see these juniors obtain a handicap, play in club competitions, and form lifelong golfing friendships with other girls and members. “Golf is such a wonderful sport to play, but it is also perfectly structured to enjoy each other’s company on the way around the course.”
While many girls will continue to enjoy golf as a club member for life, through the program there may be an opportunity to develop and identify future high-performance athletes or teaching professionals. “Female professional numbers have continued to decrease in past years and it is important that we continue to provide opportunities for young girls, to see golf as a viable career path, whether as a player or a PGA professional,” Shaw said. Aside from the Junior Girls Scholarship program, Shaw is also teaching youngsters the skills of the game via regular coaching sessions at the club. Shaw has also developed an Advanced Junior Squad at Deep Creek, where youngsters who have been coached in recent times have the opportunity to rapidly develop their game, or learn at their own pace. Parents interested in getting their children involved in Junior Golf Programs at Deep Creek, from absolute beginners to those who have experienced the game before, can contact the club for more details.
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Top guns go hunting Lions and McDermott along the way, while Kallan Braid-Ball (3/30) cashed in late when the Lions tried to charge. Tooradin host Clyde this week, while the Lions travel to Gunton Oval to take on reigning premier Cardinia in a crunch battle for third spot on the ladder. Carlisle Park (1/207) is shouting from the roof tops after the Vikings claimed their first victory of the season over Clyde (4/204). The Cougars looked on top after Jason Hameeteman (104 not out) hit a delicious century…but the Vikings hit back hard. Former skipper Dave Nutting (104 not out) and ‘Teddy’ Fonseka (85 not out) put together a magnificent 203-run stand to guide the Vikings to victory. “It was great to get across the line because over the last three or four weeks we’ve been in games right until the end,” Nutting said. In other games, Jess Mathers (65 not out and 3/22) led Kooweerup (1/116) to a resounding victory over Cranbourne Meadows (115), while Cardinia (5/134) survived an early slump to chase down Merinda Park’s (130) modest total at Barton Reserve. Travis Wheller (4/29) was the star with the ball for the Bulls, before the in-form Alex Nooy (56 not out) and Matt Welsh (43) put on 84 for the fourth wicket after the Bulls had slipped to 3/12. With only two rounds remaining, Tooradin, Kooweerup, Pakenham and Cardinia have guaranteed themselves a place in this year’s finals series.
By David Nagel If Tooradin (4/218) captain Cal O’Hare carries a pre-finals wish list – you can almost guarantee that two of his top items were ticked off on Saturday after his Seagulls prevailed in a highquality contest against Pakenham (9/198) at Toomuc Reserve. O’Hare has been his side’s dominant player this season, the only Seagull in the top-20 batters in the league, with 398 runs heading in. As expected, he ticked over the magical 400run barrier on the weekend…but was soon removed for five. It was the perfect start for the Lions, with Pat Lawson (1/30) snicking off the big man through to the safe gloves of Rob Elston. But Tooradin soon unlocked something that has missing for most of the season, the expansive talents and match-winning capabilities of two of its big guns – Tom Hussey (86) and Russell Lehman (82 not out). Hussey – the most creative player in the league at his best – and Lehman, a more workmanlike batter who likes to build scores, have struggled to find their best this season. But their elite skills were never far from the surface, and they emerged at precisely the right time on Saturday in a 135-run stand that wreaked of class. Hussey was the dominant figure, crunching nine fours, while Lehman continued to build nicely, batting out the 40 overs with just four boundaries to his name. Even before the result was decided, O’Hare had a grin from ear to ear.
Two champs locking horns. Russell Lehman sends one down to Pakenham skipper Dale Tormey at Toomuc Reserve. 269211 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS “Obviously they’ve both been a little bit out of form, and with the one-day stuff you don’t get a lot of time at the crease, so it was nice to see them spend some time together and get some runs,” O’Hare said. “They’ve both been putting a bit of extra time in to their batting, hitting a few extra balls over the last couple of weeks, so it was nice to see it pay off.” The Seagulls survived a scare, with Paken-
ham’s talented batting line up looking on top at times, and keeping ahead of the required run-rate. Dale Tormey (49), Chris Smith (32), Jason Williams (29), Zac Chaplin (22) and Troy McDermott (20) all threatened…but the Seagulls had too many runs on the board and gradually gained the ascendency. Josh Lownds (2/35) bowled well through the middle overs for the Gulls, picking up Tormey
Pakenham Pumas power to impressive win over Rebels PAKENHAM PUMAS Div 3 Firsts - Pakenham v Nth Coburg (185 win) Pumas’ firsts overcame the North Coburg Rebels Baseball Club in face of an early threerun inning. The Rebels scored three runs in the seventh inning but Pumas still won 18-5 on Sunday. Pumas fired up the offense in the first inning when Mitch Lording doubled on a 3-2 count, scoring two runs. Pumas tallied nine runs in the second inning with the offensive firepower by Pumas being led by Lording, Danny Cannizzaro, Tim Bellerby, Greg McCormick, and Max Hunter, all sending runners across the plate with RBIs in the inning. Bellerby led things off on the hill for Pumas and he lasted three innings, allowing six hits and two runs while striking out four and walking one. Jack Pinches started the game for North Coburg and allowed 14 hits and 17 runs over four and a third innings, striking out one. Pumas tallied 15 hits, with Cannizzaro, Matt Mills, Jesse Hunter, Lording, Max Hunter, and McCormick each collecting multiple hits. Cannizzaro led with three hits in four at bats. The players tore up the base paths, as three players stole at least two bases. Cannizzaro led the way with three. A great win by the boys. Div 3 Seconds - Pakenham v Nth Coburg (16-3 win) Pumas’ seconds were victorious against North Coburg Rebels thanks to a first inning boost where the Pumas knocked in 12 runs in the first on its way to a 16-2 victory over the Rebels. Puma’s big bats were led by Daniel Taylor, Wayne Porter, Ethan Hamilton, Andy Mayberry, Nicholas Barth, and Scott Dale, all knocking in runs in the inning. Taylor got things started in the first inning when he drew a walk, scoring one run. Travis Hough was on the hill for Pumas. The hurler surrendered two runs on four hits over five innings, striking out five and walking zero. Marc De Petro was on the pitcher’s mound for North Coburg. He allowed three hits and nine runs over one-third of an inning. Multiple pitchers were needed to help out but the Pumas stayed strong. Pumas tallied 12 hits in the game. Hamilton, Dale, Porter, and Barth all had multiple hits. Barth, Porter, Dale, and Hamilton each
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