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Through the ages Evergreen Retirement Village residents and Pakenham Secondary College students had a blast meeting each other for the start of a trial program, inspired by the hit ABC TV show Old People’s Home for Teenagers. Residents and students realised they had more in common than they realised, and shared a lot of laughs in the process. Story page 2

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Childcare refused By Hugh Pearson A proposal for a childcare centre in Pakenham has been knocked back by the Cardinia Shire council. The council rejected the planning permit for a childcare centre at 1-3 Savage Street at a council meeting on Monday 17 October. The planning application was supported by council officers, who advised via a report the requirements of onsite parking and the capability of the surrounding transport network

was sufficient to support the childcare centre. Councillor Stephanie Davies referred to the council officer’s assessment and added, “I am in disagreement of the opinion shared by others calling it inappropriate”. “I think it’s large enough for six or so double-storey homes, and previously a land owner applied for a boarding house so a childcare centre in my view is a much better option. “I’m optimistic this development will be beneficial.”

Cr Davies’ concern for not approving the planning permit was the issue could be referred to VCAT, which has the power to overrule the council. “I think it’s probable the council’s refusal would be overruled and then the council will incur legal bills and the development would go ahead anyway,” Cr Davies said. Councillor Carol Ryan said the use was inconsistent with the proposed purpose of the general residential zone.

Cr Ryan also said the proposed use would have a detrimental impact on the local road network and supply of on-street parking in the surrounding areas. “Savage Street is narrow and a dead end street and the other end is onto Henty Street which is on a t-intersection,” Cr Ryan said. “There will be traffic congestion due to the issue cause by cars turning around into residents’ driveways or U-turns within the street. Continued page 7

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Bridging generational gap By Shelby Brooks Intergenerational connections have begun to form between high schoolers and retirement home residents in Pakenham. Inspired by the hit ABC TV show Old People’s Home for Teenagers, students from Pakenham Secondary College and residents of Evergreen Retirement Village had their first meet and greet session on Tuesday 18 October. Pakenham Secondary College head of VCAL Allison Barrie said she was thrilled to have her Year 11 VCAL students begin the trial run of the program. In the first session, the students asked questions to the residents they had worked on together and then the residents asked them the same questions back. “I’m so thrilled all the kids and the residents are having what looks like great conversation,” Ms Barrie said. “This is a trial run to see logistically how it goes and then the plan is in 2023 is that we establish a long-term project with some of the reciprocal teaching from Intergenerational Institute of Australia. “The elderly residents teaching our students, our students teaching the residents - it’s a real exchange of knowledge and skills where

Darcy and Tynan with residents Mary Walker, Valda Donald and Val Shallcross. 302605 they empower each other.” The next stages of the trial program will follow feedback and suggestions from the residents and the students. Year 11 student Holly said she was a little anxious before the meet and greet because she didn’t always like meeting new people but said she did have fun talking to the residents. Evergreen resident John Greenshields said

he was also a little nervous to meet the students but ended up really enjoying the session. “All of them have something to look forward to in their future career. Most of them are going into apprenticeships and it’s really good to see young people get back into the trades,” he said. Evergreen managers Annie Roberts and Sharyn Allsopp said they both had chills

watching the students and residents interact for the first time. “The students and the residents have all not stopped talking,” Ms Allsopp said. “I’ve got goose bumps.” Both ladies are fans of the show and started thinking it would be great if their residents could partake in a similar program. “I would see a lot of our residents in the people in the show,” Sharyn said. “They felt that loneliness and feeling no purpose, especially during Covid-19.” Annie said the benefits of connecting with different generations worked both ways. “Young people tend to think elderly people haven’t lived a whole life,” she said. “And some people can think teenagers are sulking, moody and not approachable.” Evergreen resident Mary Walker was excited to participate in the program. “I think there’s a need for young people to understand older people,” she said. “We can share our life experiences, assist them and be nice to them. “I think I could give them a little bit of purpose in life and maybe they can give me feedback to me on my purpose as well.”

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Donations top 200 By Hugh Pearson

Red Cross Lifeblood gifted Barrie with a certificate and some goodies to take home for his generosity. 303118

Barrie’s wife Betty was there to support Barrie on the big occasion. 303118

Barrie Young with his certificate after donating blood for the 200th time. 303118

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A man has been taken to hospital following an explosion at a property in Pakenham. Fire Rescue Victoria responded to a fire in Pakenham following a call to Triple Zero (000) just after 5pm on Saturday 15 October. Firefighters arrived at the Bluegrass Crescent scene to find an explosion had occurred from a small fire on a property. Firefighters worked quickly to make the scene safe with the incident declared under control at 5.16pm. Ambulance Victoria said a man was treated for upper body injuries and taken to The Alfred Hospital in a stable condition.

Park works Level Crossing Removal Project staff expect works to be completed at Merinda Park Station in November. Station access and the lifts will be periodically out of service as crews complete work on the access ramps and undertake landscaping. “While crews work on the finishing touches, both platforms remain fully accessible via lifts installed as part of the new station build,” Level Crossing Removal Project program d0irector, Steve Brown said. Merinda Park Station opened to passengers in February as part of the upgrade to the Cranbourne train line. The line is expected to be level crossing free by 2025.

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Pakenham local Barrie Young made his 200th blood donation on Tuesday 18 October at the Pakenham Library Community Hall. Mr Young has donated blood four times a year for the past 55 years. Mr Young and other family members first gave blood after his second cousin was diagnosed with leukaemia. “She had some blood transfusions and being young, fit and stupid I thought I’ll repay what they gave her and I just haven’t gotten around to quitting,” Mr Young joked. One blood donation can save up to three people who require blood transfusions. Mr Young said he gets great satisfaction knowing his blood will be used to help people in need. “Helping people is something I was taught to do in my early years and I love doing it,” Mr Young said. For those who want to give blood but are nervous to do so, you only need to consider the positive impact you’ll have on others’ lives. Mr Young urged people to consider giving blood and said if he can do it, you can do it too. “Blood is something that’s desperately needed and you can also point out that your partner or kid may one day need a blood transfusion and if it wasn’t there, how would you feel? “I’m the greatest chicken under the sun. I can’t handle pain but what pain is involved? “It’s no worse than a Covid injection or a flu injection and it’s 30 or 40 minutes of your day four times a year. It’s bloody brilliant.”

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Tell us a fun fact about yourself! My husband and I got engaged with lolly snakes tied to our fingers. I had red, he had green. We still have the pack. What do you love about what you do? The thrill of taking the audience on a journey, and their response when they get to the destination. Who is the best person you’ve worked with and why? Frankie Davison, a fellow teacher who had fiery wit and boundless warmth. What would your last meal be? As long as possible! What is your most memorable moment? Being named the 2022 Poetry Slam Champion of Victoria! What event past or present would you like to witness? The opening of the new Coles Book Arcade, Bourke Street Mall, on Melbourne Cup Day, 1883. Which three guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? Edward Cole (Cole of the Book Arcade), Maya Angelou (poet), and Shakespeare, so I could ask him whether it is better to be or not to be, since he now has done both. What are you currently listening to, watching or reading? I’m watching lots of my fellow slam poets on Youtube, particularly via WordTravels (Australia) and Button Poetry (Minneapolis, USA). If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook? Apple crumble. Where is your dream holiday destination? Warrnambool. What were you like as a kid?

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Cardinia Calls For... Cardinia Shire Council is calling for better outcomes for our community. We’re calling for all levels of government to help our community thrive. We’re passionate about projects that are wanted and needed and together we want to see them come to life. Our priorities include: • Better public transport • Better access to jobs • Better sport and recreation • Better outdoor spaces

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Swimming to raise funds By Marcus Uhe Forty swimmers from the Casey Cardinia Triathlon Squad will take part in the 2022 Casey MS Mega Swim on Saturday 22 October at Casey RACE to raise funds, awareness and support for Australians living with multiple sclerosis (MS). The team will be required to swim continuously for 12 hours with participants alternating shifts in the water at all times. The annual fundraising event aims to raise $15,000 – vital funds that benefit people living with MS through the MS Go for Gold Scholarships, Financial Assistance Programs and providing services to directly benefit people living with multiple sclerosis. Captain of the squad Charles Pragnell is keen to return to the event after two cancelled years due to the pandemic. “It’s about giving back and having the opportunity to be part of a team,” Mr Pragnell said. “You don’t have to be the greatest swimmer. Some are coming back from injury or have their own injuries but are doing it just to participate.” Members of the team range in capabilities and age, with the youngest participants still in primary school and the elders members of the team aged in their 60s. Among those making a splash will be Mr Pragnell, an Ironman competitor preparing to jet to Utah next week, and Kelly Fitzgerald, who is on the comeback trail from a nasty cycling injury sustained late last year and is a constant inspiration for everyone at the club, Mr Pragnell said. There’ll be plenty of support in and out of the water, with family and friends of those not participating in the swim lending their support by providing snacks and plenty of encouragement, encapsulating the spirit of the

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The Casey Cardinia Triathlon Squad hit the water ahead of their megaswim on Saturday. 304189 “village” that the squad resembles, according to Mr Pragnell. MS Go for Gold Scholarships are awarded to people living with multiple sclerosis who wish to achieve a dream. Scholarships are awarded in the categories of education, arts, travel, music, employment, and lifestyle and wellbeing. MS Go for Gold award recipient Melanie Caple said receiving the award in 2020 was

“like a dream come true”. “MS Go for Gold Scholarship has allowed me the opportunity to update my computer and illustration software, so that I can draw digitally instead of having to create everything from scratch in a laborious way,” Ms Caple said. The MS Mega Challenge event series is one of the fastest-growing community events in Australia with thousands taking part in region-

al, suburban, and metro events each year. Founded in 2001 by Paralympian Carol Cooke AM, the MS Mega Challenge has since grown to swim, squash, racquetball and badminton events taking place across Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania and the ACT every year. To donate to the Casey-Cardinia Triathlon Squad’s efforts, head to msmegachallenge.org. au/event/mega-swim-casey

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The onset of spring and prime conditions for vegetation growth threatens to rear its ugly head again for residents in the City of Casey. The municipality was dogged last summer by overgrown grass and delays in the maintenance schedule on the back of extreme weather conditions in October and November, which were compounded by equipment problems and staffing issues faced by contractors. Manager for city presentation David Richardson has announced contractors are still experiencing staff shortages and that sub-contractors have been called upon to assist during what is traditionally a challenging period for park maintenance. “We have been working with our contractors to improve the frequency of Casey’s park maintenance,” Mr Richardson said. “The majority of parks are now on a three-week schedule with the main road reserves going out to a five-week schedule. “Parks that are missed in the schedule are prioritised to be cut in the next mowing cycle. Hence the frequency of park cutting will be improved from last spring. This is always a difficult time of year for park maintenance. The parks can also be too wet to access on the scheduled mowing week and hence miss a cycle while the grass continues to grow.”

Good start Narre Warren North Labor candidate Belinda Wilson was at Good Start Learning Endeavour Hills earlier this week to announce $500,000 from the State Government for upgrades and refurbishment, to create improved learning and play spaces. She was joined by Early Childhood and Pre-Prep Minister Ingrid Stitt to make the announcement.

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The Warneet Blind Bight Annual Mega Community Garage Sale is making a welcome return on Saturday 12 November after two years of Covid-19 enforced cancellations. It is estimated more than 50 households will participate in this year’s event and hold their own garage sale, with all money raised going towards the operational needs of the Warneet Blind Bight Fire Brigade. People wishing to visit garage sales on the day can collect a map with addresses for a gold coin donation from brigade members on Warneet Road. Brigade members will be at the Blind Bight Community Centre car park from 8.30am to 2pm selling egg and bacon rolls, while a sausage sizzle will also be held at Warneet CFA station on Rutherford Parade. A coffee van will also be in the car park at the centre. “The brigade would like to thank all par-

Money raised from the Mega Garage Sale will go to the Warneet Blind Bight Fire Brigade. 304002 Picture: SUPPLIED ticipants for their continued support of this event,” brigade Captain Hans De Kraker said. Brigade treasurer Patricia Bourchier said

the event is one of the biggest fundraising opportunities of the year. “We are a small community and so events like this really do bring everybody together,” Ms Bourchier said. “This, and the car boot sale in March is always a good one. It’s so good for the community.” Flyers will be distributed early October to all homes in Warneet and Blind Bight, with booking instructions for a $20 registration fee required no later than 31 October. Residents are encouraged to register their garage sale by calling Warneet Blind Bight CFA fundraising on 0474 453 260, or email warneetbbfirebrigade@gmail.com Alternatively they can register via trybooking.com and go to BUY TICKETS. The event name is Warneet Blind Bight Mega Garage Sale. The event starts at 8am on Saturday 12 November. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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‘No’ to waste plan By Eleanor Wilson Frustrated residents are ramping up their objection to the waste transfer station proposed at the site of the Hallam Road Landfill. Lynbrook resident Scott Watson has taken to fundraising platform Gofundme in a bid to produce a series of roadside banners to spread the word about the future of the tip. As of Tuesday 18 October, the Gofundme page has raised more than $1600 for the banners, which he hopes will send a message to both residents and legislators. The banners, which appear to be attached to residential properties, display a series of messages such as “your vote matters”, “no waste transfer facility” and “if this seat were marginal would we have waste forced on us?”. “It’s important we let everybody know… it’s a great opportunity leading up to the State Election to get attention on the matter and make sure people consider their vote,” Mr Watson said. “We want to put the word out there that we are angry and we need the State Government to know people aren’t going to just accept it. “We just want to be listened to.” The Hallam Road Landfill will be predominantly transformed into public open space once it reaches capacity within the next decade. But controversy surrounding the site emerged earlier this year, when Casey Council released plans for the development of a waste transfer facility at the site, which would hold waste before being processed off-site. It would also impose a 500-metre buffer on properties surrounding the waste transfer station, potentially impacting property value. In addition to these concerns, residents say the area has dealt with unpleasant odours emanating from the site for long enough. Mr Watson, who has lived in Lynbrook for

Residents surrounding the Hallam Road landfill believe a new waste transfer station should not be established. Picture: SUPPLIED 18 years, said he has experienced the foul odour from the landfill “periodically”. “Lynbrook has paid the price already. We were promised parkland and instead we get 14,000 B-double trucks.” While Mr Watson said residents opposed to the transfer station have “tried our best not to make it political”, he believes plans for the waste transfer station would not go ahead if the Narre Warren South electorate was a marginal seat. “We talked about whether this would be happening in a marginal seat. That’s what it sort of comes down to. A lot of us are thinking no, it probably wouldn’t,” he said. The Narre Warren South seat has been held by Labor since its inception in 2002 and is classed as a safe seat with a leading margin of

10.4 per cent at the 2018 election. Casey Council is currently working through 1043 public submissions to its draft plan for the landfill, many of which are objections, according to City of Casey planning and building manager Duncan Turner. “Most of these submissions have expressed concern with implications of the State Government designation of the precinct as a significant waste and resource recovery site in the State-wide Waste and Resource Recovery Implementation Plan (SWRRIP 2018),” Mr Turner said. Council has yet to determine a council meeting date for its decision on the Hampton Park Hill Development Plan, he said. “Council will advise submitters of the date once it has been confirmed.”

Childcare refused From page 1 “If cars are parked on both sides of the street, it leaves no room for emergency services or waste services, removalist trucks or taxi services, funeral directors and any other service that needs to be going down that street.” Councillor Collin Ross was in agreement to refuse the planning permit and said the decision to put a childcare centre on a dead end street was “totally inappropriate”. Cr Ross also said there were other areas in Pakenham better suited to the development of a childcare centre. “To try wedge it into the middle of this residential area is an overuse of the area and would put extreme stress on the people that live there and would not be within the character of the area,” Cr Ross said. Mayor Jeff Springfield concluded the discussion and said he thought the grounds for refusal weren’t very strong. “I don’t think this development is completely inappropriate,” Mayor Springfield said.

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50 years for the Farleys By Eleanor Wilson

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Eve and Greg Farley celebrated 50 years of marriage on Thursday 13 October. 303177 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS There was nothing between here and the Hallam Pub,” Greg chimed in. As Eve split her time between raising the children and working part-time in hospitality, Greg spent a loyal 40 years with the same locksmith company. “As you can tell I’m not a fan of change,” he joked. He’s also a passionate community man, liasing closely with the City of Casey throughout

the years and helping out with Neighbourhood Watch, Dandenong Little Athletics and as the committee secretary for Max Pawsey Reserve, to name a few. In 2008, he was made redundant from the locksmith company he worked at for four decades and subsequently retired. But it was the beginning of some of the couple’s most fondest memories. First it was a two-and-a-half-month long

trip to Europe, including Italy to see Eve’s relatives, plus another 20-odd countries. Then it was Canada, China, Japan, Thailand, New Zealand, Fiji, Vanuatu - the list goes on and on. A particular highlight was a family trip to Bali several years ago. Greg and Eve shouted all 15 family members the trip for Christmas. The one destination left on Eve’s bucket list is New York City. She’ll visit next year with one of her daughters. Greg will stay home and spend time with their eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. What’s been their secret to success over the last 50 years? It depends who you ask. Eve will tell you it’s perseverance. Greg? “I just do what I’m told,” he says. “Someone has to wear the pants,” Eve retorts. While the couple share a matter of fact attitude to life and marriage, you only need to look at Greg’s phone lock screen - a picture of his dear ‘Evie’ - to see their romance lives on.

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“Some of my family thought it wasn’t going to last,” said Eve Farley, nee Bonato, the daughter of Italian immigrants who settled in Dandenong in the late 1930s. “We were married on Friday the 13th too,” Eve said as she reminisced on 50 years of memories with husband Greg. Greg Farley, 73, tells the tale of a high-spirited young man, who would “gatecrash” a 21st birthday party in Hallam one fateful night in 1971, only to meet the birthday girl, his future wife. At the time, Greg was a 22-year-old national serviceman who had just returned from two years fighting in the Vietnam war. Eve, a beautiful 21-year-old with big bright eyes and a relaxed nature, wasn’t so keen on Greg at the beginning. He was too old-fashioned, she said. That was October 1971. A year later, the pair would marry at St Mary’s Church in Dandenong. Eve wore a beautiful lace-lined white dress and a long veil crowned with daisies. Greg had a beaming smile on his face as the two celebrated their nuptials at a reception in Kilsyth. The newlyweds quickly settled in their first home, a distinctive ’70s brick house in Narre Warren. It would be the same home they would raise three children, Brett, Belinda and Kaysie, in. It’s also the same home they celebrated their 50th anniversary in this week. Eve recalls the home being one of just six in the estate at the time. “[Narre Warren] has grown unbelievably. You can’t imagine what it was like back then,” Eve said. “Across the road it was just cows coming up to the fence … it was all farm land. “Back then the highway had only two lanes.

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Top honours for Chilltech By Cam Lucadou-Wells A stunned pair of old school mates have accepted the main trophy at the South East Business Awards on 13 October. Jeremy Cayford and Paul Culverwell from Cranbourne West firm ASM Chilltech have known each other since they were 10 year old students in Rowville. They were lost for words as they beat a stellar field of 30 finalists for the Overall Excellence Award at Palmyra Hall in Dandenong. They also claimed the Building & Construction Award. “We’re not men of many words to be honest,” a humble but proud Mr Cayford said. “(Coming up on stage) is not something we often do or what we enjoy.” He spoke of the “sacrifices” that the self-described tradies have made in building a formidable, cutting-edge business since 1996. The men started out by fitting “split systems” in homes. Now the company boasts massive clients such as City of Casey and La Trobe University, and staff who have stayed for more than 20 years. ASM Chilltech, which recently moved from Hallam to Cranbourne West, has made a name out of “future proofing” buildings with retrofitted sustainable, energy-saving solutions. In 2020, it replaced the Casey RACE aquatic centre’s costly and inefficient heating, cooling and ventilation system. Among the innovations was a new effective, energy-efficient heat recovery system that utilised the heat rejected from the air-con to warm the pool water. ASM Chilltech is also assisting in La Trobe University’s $75 million ‘net zero’ plan. It hopes to make its regional campuses carbonneutral by 2022 and its Bundoora campus ‘net zero’ by 2029. Other clients include Ventia – Defence, Aus-

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Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce CEO Lisa Moore.

tin Health, Jewish Care, Ambulance Victoria, Yarra City Council, Eastern Health and Facey Commercial Real Estate as well as manufacturing and industrial firms. While living by the credos of sustainability and decarbonisation, ASM Chilltech has continued to grow “organically”. It’s never been just for the profit, director Jeremy Cayford said. “We do it because we’re passionate about it.” At the same time, ASM Chilltech is developing career pathways for its workforce including A-Grade electricians, mechanical plumbers, refrigeration and chiller technicians. It employs seven full-time apprentices working across maintenance to project installation. Its recycling program has recovered 68

zen of the Year), iEnergi (Employer Engagement Award), Big Little Brush (Microbusiness Award), Wagalot (Retail/Wholesale Services Award) and Roofing & Sheetmetal Centre (Advanced Manufacturing Award). Medical Edge Australia and Ultra Heath Medical were joint-winners of the Professional Services Award. The inaugural South East Business Awards’ judging panel also boasted a wealth and breadth of experience. The six judges include former Grenda Family Group director David Willersdorf, Wellsprings for Women chief executive Dalal Smiley and Chisholm workplace trainer Michele Tocci. They were also joined by corporate leadership mentor Louise Thomson, Victorian Rail Advocate Jill Walsh and South East Water local government manager Chris Ransom.

tonnes of steel, 905 kilograms of cardboard, 188 kilograms of refrigerant and 1100 litres of oil from reclaimed customer equipment in the past two years. This year, the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce awards expanded across 14 local government areas in the South East for the first time. “We have extended our awards categories this year – and have a greater diversity of business types – than ever before,” chamber chief executive Lisa Moore said. The new, expanded award categories also revealed a depth of worthy winners. They were Infinite Automation (Business Innovation Award), Brick Lane Brewery (Environmental Sustainability Award and Leisure, Hospitality and Wellbeing Award), Personalised Support Services (Community Impact Award), After-Care Australasia (Business Citi-

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2022 Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour will visit Cardinia Waters.

Racing history gallops in Residents of Cardinia Waters retirement village in Pakenham will have the opportunity see a slice of racing history when the Lexus Melbourne Cup pays a visit RCA Villages has been privileged to host the Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour at three of its retirement villages – Casey Grange Village at Cranbourne West in 2018, Beleura Village at Mornington in 2019, and Wyndham Grange Village at Tarneit in 2019. All three events were resounding successes. This year Cardinia Waters and Point Cook Village have been selected to host the pres-

tigious tour. At Casey Grange, the event presented the opportunity for Trevor Dyer, the 1959 Caulfield Cup-winning jockey, to don his actual jockey silks, complete with riding boots and whip, and walk the prized Melbourne Cup into the room. At Beleura Village in Mornington, the event was enthusiastically attended by the resident syndicate group, whose connection with Tony Noonan Racing is well-known within the village. The Beleura Residents’ Choir ended the event in a triumphant manner.

RCA’s successful proposal to secure the Melbourne Cup Tour this year, at the peak of the racing season, included many interesting facts about the areas in which these two villages are located and the historical links to the Melbourne Cup. Cardinia Waters Village is located on Racecourse Road, Pakenham, opposite the former Pakenham Racing Club site (now relocated to Tynong). Formerly known as Azola Waters, RCA Villages held its first marketing event at the Pakenham Racing Club.

Pakenham Racing Club was at the forefront of country racing in the 1960s and 1970s – being one of the first country clubs to have races telecast, the first to use starting stalls and the first club to race for decimal currency. Pakenham, and its surrounding rural areas, is a locality known for the agistment of thoroughbred horses, and Cardinia Waters is proud of this heritage. In another Melbourne Cup connection, one of Pakenham’s most famous sons, Ray Webster, was the trainer of the 1943 Cup winner Dark Felt.

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Deepavali without sweets?! “There’s always something happening at the Eagle!” enthuses marketing manager, Sarah Cottrill “and Diwali is such a special time of year that you can’t help but be excited! We’re thrilled to have it featured in our Spring Festival this year.” The Arthurs Seat Eagle is popular all year round and locals have been flocking to the Eagle during spring to participate in the many events and activities on offer. “We came out of lockdown with a bang” Sarah explains “and we’ve filled the year with celebrations: we celebrated our Millionth Visitor in April, launched a vibrant Winter festival, and our current Spring Festival has been our most popular event to date. It’s been wonderful to be able to open up our world class facilities for the community to come together to enjoy!” The gondola ride itself is, of course, always

magnificent. When you ride in one of the world class gondolas you will feel on top of the world. Whether you start at the Base Station or soar from the Summit, you can expect a 15 minute journey each way in your own gondola. The Spring Festival will run with events and celebrations from Diwali through until the Melbourne Cup Carnival Weekend, then the month-long Christmas festival will launch on December 1st and their events packed Summer Festival will welcome in the New Year. The Arthurs Seat Eagle is open every day except Christmas Day, so there’s plenty of time to spend enjoying all of the amazing events. Visit www.aseagle.com.au for a full schedule of events and to book your tickets. Arthurs Seat Eagle – there’s always something on!

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Arthurs Seat Eagle invites everyone to come together to soar and celebrate the ‘Festival of Lights’! Located at the highest point of the Mornington Peninsula, Arthurs Seat Eagle is the perfect place to spend time with friends and family during this community celebration, with gondolas taking you to the best views of the Mornington Peninsula and beyond. The Eagle has always had a community focus, but post-covid they’ve been actively showcasing their magnificent attraction with events and activities for all ages. The Arthurs Seat Eagle Spring Festival launched at the start of the school holidays and has been an instant hit with visitors. The Eagle will celebrate Diwali from Saturday 22nd October until Monday 24th October and the Eagle has planned cultural celebrations, activities for the kids and delicious food - because what’s

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32 Superior Waters, Pakenham SUPERIOR LIVING IN CARDINIA LAKES Situated on a 464m2 block (approx), this immaculately presented home is sure to impress. Comprising of: • Living room with projector screen cavity • Kitchen with s/s appliances, filtered water and dishwasher • Ducted heating, evaporative cooling and split system • Outdoor entertaining area

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730 Cardinia Road

Coming to the market for the first time in over 40 years, this wonderful parcel of highly usable land has so many opportunities. With development from Clyde, Cranbourne and Officer rapidly expanding the next cog in the wheel is along Cardinia Road. The major thoroughfare that acts as a gateway to the regional hubs of the south-east is already being earmarked as future development zoning to cater for the incredible demand of population being experienced in the Casey and Cardinia Shires. With no neighbours in sight, enjoy the peace and serenity of 2.4 acres all to yourself, featuring an existing, treasured family home. With three bedrooms all with built in robes, separate bathroom, open plan kitchen, meals and living room and additional sunroom at the rear of the home. Established shedding, horse provisions and more! Ray White prides itself on being as accurate as possible however anyone considering purchasing the property should undertake their own due diligence to confirm the above.

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Sitting in 713m2 of land is a fantastic property and an amazing opportunity for a 2 unit development site (STCA).

Located in the prestigious Heritage Springs estate and sitting on 973m2 of land, is this unique home.

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• Two living areas • Stunning kitchen with walk in pantry • Hydronic heating. split systems, ducted vacuum • Outdoor entertaining area with woodfire oven & spa

• Open plan kitchen, living and dining area • Kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Pergola and spacious backyard • Double gated side access for boats, caravans, etc

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Nowhere will you find a better home in a serene location on nearly an acre. You can enjoy beautiful surroundings and have the space to work from home or simply store your prize possessions. Also, out the back you have elevated rear gardens for kids and pets to play, studio/bungalow and paved and covered outdoor area to entertain all your family and friends. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own two titles with your home on one and your shed on the other.

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Located smack-bang in the middle of the Pakenham Major Activity Centre, this property is zoned Activity Centre Zone and is poised to make you big bucks. Featuring a fantastic and highly usable block of 623 plus sturdy existing three bedroom home. This home can be easily renovated, extended or developed. The existing home is currently tenanted at $1516 per month with lease in place until July 2023, an easy ongoing income whilst you organise your plans and permits with council, this is a great way to mitigate your costs during the application period.

SOLD Sold $640,000

7 Summit Drive Pakenham

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You are welcomed into the first level of the home through the grand entrance, downstairs features front sitting room/ office with custom built in cabinetry and removable desk, the hall opens onto the large open plan kitchen with butlers pantry and breakfast bar, 900mm appliances & Caesarstone bench tops, all overlooking the dining room and family room featuring electric fireplace. Plus ground floor second master suite with full ensuite and built-in robe, perfect for those looking for stair free living.

On 120 acres, comprising 40 acres (approx) of cleared land with an additional 80 acres of forest, backing onto Bunyip State Park. • Spectacular views! • Main house with 2 bedrooms + separate 2 bedroom cottage • 13 paddocks and 5 dams

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GOT A LARGE FAMILY BUT CAN’T FIND SOMETHING IN YOUR BUDGET? THEN THIS IS IT. Presenting a property that can equip as a five bedroom, three living area home. Perfect for your growing family. Featuring: • Large study or fifth bedroom • Formal living zone, rumpus room and family room • Dedicated dining room adjacent to a large, modern kitchen • Decked outdoor entertaining area

15 Wolverine Crescent Clyde North Sold $730,000 YOUR VERY OWN WOLVERINE In the New Bloom estate, this exclusive Amira design by Metricon offers a solid and functional floor-plan Featuring: • Open-plan dining, lounge and kitchen • Kitchen with stone bench top and s/s appliances • Ducted heating and evaporative cooling • Outdoor undercover entertaining area

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Refugee’s road to safety By Sahar Foladi Heart-wrenching and inspirational stories of refugees are told in a compelling book ‘Refugee Stories: In their own words,’ by Laurie Nowell. The book includes hair-raising stories of refugee struggles, journeys of people who had to leave behind everything they had built throughout their lives and flee their country, and it reveals hopes and dreams for their future. A journalist and a writer for 25 years, Mr Nowell said: “Many of the refugees who settle in Australia have experienced trauma, torture or the loss of loved ones. They bring with them memories, traditions, culture and history. “They also bring with them hopes, dreams and ambitions for their children. “They are, by definition, resilient and ingenious people who have overcome challenges and dangers just to get here.” Amina’s story is just one of many. After the takeover of the capital of Kabul, the world watched in disbelief as thousands of Afghans rushed to the city’s airport, most of them without any documents, in a desperate attempt to escape life under the Taliban rule. Amina and her three children were among them. Like many, the family survived suicide bombing attacks, tear gas bombardment and human stampedes to make it to the safety of the airport terminal. “It was very disheartening and difficult when the Taliban took over, everything fell apart very quickly,” Amina said. “Everything we had hoped and dream of vanished. The Taliban were going door to door looking for people who had worked for western governments or military, and people with ties overseas.” Amina showed documents that her husband Baqir was living in Australia as a citizen, and was able to get her family onto a military flight to freedom without an update from their visa application. “We had no option but to leave, no matter how difficult it was. Life under the Taliban was impossible for us. As a woman I had no rights, I could not even go out shopping or do anything,” Ms Amina said. Her story’s happy denouement came two weeks ago when the family arrived in Australia and was reunited in emotional scenes in Melbourne after 12 long, painful years. Their names have been changed to protect their identities over safety concerns for loved ones still in Afghanistan. Amina’s son, Hussain, 19, said he and his sisters are desperate to start school. He recalled how they missed out on school in Afghanistan. “Many times we were told not to go to school. Most of the students were Hazara so it was a target and also it taught English. I was learning English because I was hoping to go to Australia,” he said. The family is looking forward to a better future and education for their children and con-

Baqir with his wife Amina and children reunited after 12 years. tributing to the Australian society. “I have been away from my family for 12 years and now we are reunited and will remain so and build a new life together,” Baqir said. That’s one of the many reunion stories of refugees here in Australia. The book also celebrates the achievements of refugees, the hopes for the future and recognises the contribution of refugees to Australian society. Refugees like Mustafa Ayobi and Barat Ali Batoor make a real contribution to the Australian society and its future. Mr Ayobi fled his homeland, Afghanistan with his family and arrived in Australia in 2008. He’s an example of the thousands of refugees who’ve started from scratch, without knowing a single word of English. It took Mr Ayobi 12 tough years to make his dream of being an electrical engineer come true.

Being the first person to attend University, Mr Ayobi graduated from La Trobe University and just four weeks ago landed himself a job with Melbourne’s Metro Trains to design and build electrical substations in what he calls his “dream job”. “I wanted to become an engineer to help make things better and be part of the country’s future development, especially in technological aspects,” Mr Ayobi said. He’s married with two children and loves his job despite the 50km drive from Noble Park to West Sunshine. Barat Ali Batoor is a professional freelance photographer from Afghanistan and a former refugee. He made his way to Australia by boat and arrived in 2013 and has been making a living for himself here in Australia as the program coordinator at Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. The Afghan filmmaker and photojournal-

Picture: SUPPLIED ist also won the 2013 ‘Photo of the Year’ in the prestigious Nikon-Walkley Press Photography awards for his still image taken on the voyage from Indonesia to Australia. “I’m pleased to have been able to show the real story behind these journeys – to show how people are risking their lives and enduring perils to escape persecution and the threat of death in their home countries,” Mr Batoor said. Mr Nowell, the book’s author, has long worked as a media adviser with refugee settlement agency AMES Australia. AMES chief executive Cath Scarth said the book was a reminder of the contributions refugees made to Australia. “Refugees bring with them resilience, optimism and a deep work ethic. Australia is fortunate to have people with these qualities,” Ms Scarth said.

Traffic lights replace two highway roundabouts Construction teams have removed roundabouts at two major intersections on the Western Port Highway. Traffic lights have replaced the roundabouts at the Ballarto Road and CranbourneFrankston Road intersections with the highway, following the completion of a major construction blitz that saw 40,000 tonnes of crushed rock and 26,000 tonnes of new asphalt laid, and new walking and cycling paths created. The new traffic light intersections will also allow sequencing of traffic lights along the 6km stretch of Western Port Highway between Thompsons Road and CranbourneFrankston Road – providing more reliable journeys for locals and the broader community, the State Government said. 14 STAR NEWS

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Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said drivers would see the benefits of the upgrades. “This vital upgrade will see improved travel times and safer conditions for the 25,000 motorists who use Western Port Highway every day,” Ms Kilkenny said. Preparatory works are also underway at the Hall, Evans and Cranbourne-Frankston Roads intersection ahead of major construction kicking off at the end of the year. These works will include converting the roundabouts at McCormicks Road and Western Port Highway with traffic signals, along with upgrading the intersection of Hall, Evans and Cranbourne-Frankston Roads into one conventional signalised cross intersection.

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Addressing gender equality The City of Casey has released its 10-year plan towards gender equality and the prevention of violence against women. ‘Safe and Equal Casey’ outlines the council’s four strategic objectives to foster, support and promote gender equality and reject violence against women. It comes as the Federal, State and Territory governments this week pledged to end violence against women and children in Australia within “one generation”. International and Australian research shows violence against women is driven by gender inequality. The City of Casey has one of the lowest gender equality rankings in Victoria; in 2021, there were 3815 police call outs to reported incidents of violence against women, which is four times higher than the state average. The council’s strategic plan focuses on community and workplace-based actions, with the first two years of the plan focusing on building foundations and relationships with communities. Key objectives include aims to ensure council services, programs and policies are gender equitable and inclusive of strategies preventing violence against women. It also aims to ensure the council works with partners and the community in supporting gender equality, as well as developing and implementing prevention of violence against women initiatives. The result of this initial work will be prevention initiatives and action plans that are

The City of Casey has released its gender equality plan for 2022-2032. co-designed and led by Casey’s diverse communities and partner organisation, with plans to scale up effective solutions in the later years of the plan. City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff PSM highlighted the importance of collaboration and partnerships to work towards gender equality and creating an equal and safe community. “Council is committed to gender equality and ensuring our community lives in a safe and equal society, with equal access to power, resources and opportunities,” Ms Duff said. “However, addressing gender equality and violence against women is complex and challenging, and transformational change in these

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complex issues requires long-term commitment and collaboration. So, this plan not only lays out the next 10 years but also aims to foster collaboration and problem-solving with our community.” To celebrate the launch of the plan, council will be hosting two community events. A free community event will be held at Bunjil Place from 9.30am to noon on Wednesday 9 November. Dr Nikki Vincent, Victoria’s first Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner, will be the guest speaker at the event to share her wealth of experience in gender equality and organisational leadership. As part of the launch, and to recognise the

United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, council will also be hosting a free community event to help residents learn about gender-based violence causes, prevention and support. From 10am to 3pm on Saturday 26 November, residents are invited to join council for a day of learning and self-care with a community-led event. The event will showcase Casey’s Gender Equality Taskforce, a council-supported group of diverse community members, who will be sharing their lived experiences and advocacy advice. The event will also include a free yoga and self-care session.

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The fine art of dentures

Have long waiting lists, finding an appointment time that works for you, complicated referral processes, cost, capped funding, travel time and paperwork, along with finding a therapist you connect with, stopped you from seeking support for your mental health? A qualified counsellor can break through some of these barriers and might be just the person for you. Counsellors are an integral part of the health service; many are highly skilled and ready to assist. As a Registered Nurse and counsellor, I have an extensive background in healthcare and education. I am a qualified counsellor who is also completing my Master of Psychotherapy. I specialise in stress, anxiety, and work and career issues for women. I utilise a gentle, person-centred and gestalt approach, utilising both short and long-term work. Unlike other mental health professionals, I do not seek to diagnose you, but instead aim to work with you pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

to gain a deeper understanding of your issues and establish strategies to promote wellbeing and resilience. As a counsellor, I treat you as a whole person, which means I am interested in your environment, supports, resources, and needs, as well as your presenting problems. Some of the benefits of my counselling service include no need for a referral which saves time and paperwork, limited wait times, after-hours appointments available, affordable fees without being locked into a capped number of sessions, and no travel time as all sessions are online. I truly believe that what we need more of in today’s busy healthcare system is patience, warmth, and humanness. If you are affected by something that is beginning to impact on your work or home life, or you feel you are needing extra support, please visit my website integrativetherapyspace. com.au to get in contact and find out more about how I can support you. - Jasmine Hurly

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Jasmine Hurly is a registered nurse and counsellor.

Kerri Sawdon is a dental prosthetist who makes and repairs dentures as well as mouthguards. Her Pakenham-based business offers a friendly and relaxed environment, and provides services direct to the public. Kerri’s business encourages patient feedback to ensure that every customer receives the desired outcome. Kerri has been working in Pakenham as a prosthetist for 11 years , although Kerri offers more than 30 years of experience in the industry. Her friendly and relaxed clinic aims to ensure every customer feels comfortable throughout their visit. The clinic is at 2 McGregor Road, Pakenham, next to the chapel on the corner of Main Street and McGregor Road. Call for appointments or inquiries on 5940 8055.

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WHAT’S ON Make and Mingle’s Craft Fair Make and Mingle’s Craft Fair started in 1999 for ladies to sell the craft items they had made during the year. Free entry and plenty of off-street parking. There will be complimentary tea and coffee available all day. There will be something for everyone to purchase. Some of the items for sale will include wooden toys, handmade greeting cards for all occasions, quilts, cushions, beautiful teddy bears, jewellery, knitted toys, crocheted rugs, scrap booking supplies, baby clothes and much more. It will be a great opportunity for you to get your Christmas shopping done in one place. Further information contact the church on 9707 0777 or email makeandmingle@beaconsfieldbaptist.com.au Saturday 5 November 9am to 2pm at Beaconsfield Baptist Church, corner Old Princes Highway and Desmond Court.

House Too Crowded Garfield Picture Theatre presents House Too Crowded: The Crowded House and Split Enz experience on Saturday 5 November 7.30pm. Visit garfieldpicturetheatre.com.au to book tickets, which are $66.

Berwick Cemetery Walk Join us at 10am on Sunday 30 October 2022 as we highlight stories of murder and misfortune and the horror and heartbreak of the Great War connections to local families remembered in Berwick Cemetery. The easy 90-minute walk includes light refreshments at the conclusion of the walk. Berwick Cemetery, corner of Inglis and Buchanan Roads. Cost is $5 adult paid on the day, children under 16 free. Bookings to Jane 0412 084 671 or email cemetery.tours@nwfhg.org.au

Meet the candidates Come to our forum to meet the candidates for the seat of Pakenham, hear their reasons for standing and ask them questions about the issues that are of concern to you. The four candidates, in alphabetical order, are Brett Owen (Independent), David Farrelly (Liberal), Emma Vulin (Labor) and Michelle Maibaum (Greens). You will need to advise organisers of your attendance. If you are a community group

Lakeside Market Pakenham The Lakeside Market Pakenham is a Street Food Truck and Handmade Makers Market set next to the stunning Lakeside Lake and and wish to ask a question at this forum, please register your group and your questions prior to the forum. Please note, this is not to censure any questions; it is to ensure your group gets to put their question to the forum. Candidates will be given an opportunity to address the gathering for five to 10 minutes and then answer questions from the floor. Organisers will engage a moderator who can keep everyone on track. Thursday 3 November, Living and Learning Centre Pakenham 7pm to 8.30pm. Regis-

in the front of the Cardinia Cultural Centre. The market features a selection of gourmet food and drink trucks, live music and quality local makers stalls, including fashion, home-

tration is essential. Bookings at Living and Learning, phone 5941 2389.

Multicultural Senior Citizens Groups Are you a senior citizen from a Greek, Italian or Hungarian background? Would you like to meet, socialise and talk with other seniors from your background? Would you like to make new friends? At the John Pandazopoulos Public Hall at 76 Power Road, Doveton. The Berwick and District Greek Club meets on

wares, art, pet products, natural skincare, baked goods, plants and lots more. It is a dog-friendly event. Sunday 23 October, 10am to 2pm.

Mondays from 10am; to find out more, call John on 0413 411 220. The Italian Corona Seniors Club meets at the same address on Tuesdays from 10am; to find out more, call Francesca on 0411 295 792. The Hungarian Seniors Seniors Group meets at the same address on Wednesdays from 10am; to find out more, call Julius on 9544 9094. These seniors groups and others at the hall will have been meeting in harmony together for the last 25 years next year.

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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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Hallam’s Nathdwara centre is the latest community centre to receive a funding pledge from the Liberals and Nationals ahead of the State Election. On Monday 17 October, the LNP announced it would provide $150,000 towards upgrades for the centre if elected. The Nathdwara Centre has over 400 members, and more than 2500 people who attend the centre on holy days. In addition to being a place of worship and cultural education, the centre provides free food to those in need, including pensioners in the area. The upgrades will allow the Nathdwara Centre to expand its shelter and increase its current ability to provide food relief to

the wider community. Gembrook MP and Liberal candidate for Berwick, Brad Battin said the centre provides a crucial role in the community and this commitment recognised that. “The Liberals and Nationals acknowledge the critical role the Nathdwara Centre offers and we’re proud to be able to support that.” Liberal candidate for Narre Warren North, Timothy Dragan, said it was a meaningful announcement that would deliver widespread benefits for the Nathdwara Centre and the wider community. “The centre puts all of their effort, love and sense of community into the work they do, and that is something the Liberals and Nationals’ team and I are committed to supporting.”

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Culture the key for Lions By Tyler Lewis Whenever a Pakenham Football Club team sheet read ‘In: Michael Holland, Darren Hillard’, the Lions were bound to be a six goal better side. And while the decorated pair certainly won’t be lacing up in 2023, ‘Jock’ and ‘Lachie’ have joined forces with recently re-committed senior coach Ash Green, in an attempt to propel Pakenham back to the premiership promised land. Holland and Hillard will stand alongside Green as his assistant coaches next season, where Holland feels there is an abundance of upside in a young group. “The club obviously isn’t in a position that it’s used to being in I suppose, in my time and my era we were lucky enough to be very successful” he said. “The way the club has performed – and that’s no one’s fault – it’s just what’s happened, so they asked a few of us older blokes to come back and get on board. “We want the club to get back to get where it belongs, so we’re pretty keen to get back and get our hands dirty. “There’s a core group of young kids that don’t need to be taught – but the basic fundamentals have to improve, from what I saw. “It’s exciting… it might seem like the club is a fair way away because they haven’t played finals this year, but I actually think they’re a bit closer than everyone thinks. “If we get a few things right, on and off the

Jock Holland will focus on culture next season. 118126 field, then I am sure we can climb our way back to the top.” While he will have plenty to offer from an on-field perspective with a trophy cabinet bursting at the seams with accolades, Holland will focus more intently on the culture of the club, both on and off the field.

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“It’s more creating an environment where the boys can thrive,” he said. “The culture has to be strong, which means discipline on and off the field has got to be better than anyone else. “It’s not so much the way they play, you’ve got to come up with a game plan that suits the

team and until you finalise your list it’s hard to change that. “But it’s more creating that environment where the boys can thrive, I think they’ve got to buy into that too… premierships aren’t just given out, they’re earned. “If they work hard and knuckle down, I think the rest will take care of itself.” Holland further reiterated the importance of culture, revealing it played a ‘main’ role in his era’s string of success. “I think it’s the main thing,” he admitted. “Don’t get me wrong, back in our time we had some very good players… but we were also very tight as mates off the field. “When things got tough on the field and the game was on the line, I knew the blokes I was standing next to were thinking the same way. “Not only on the field, they go hand in hand, if you are strong off the field, you’ll be strong on it and vice versa. “Pakenham is starting to get back on track a little bit…if we can get it all right I think culture will play the main role in being successful. “If me and Lachie can play a small part in that then it will be great for everyone at the club.” With the relegation of Officer and promotion of Gembrook Cockatoo, the outfits in the top flight of Outer East will be: Narre Warren, Woori Yallock, Wandin, Monbulk, Olinda Ferny Creek, Monbulk, Upwey Tecoma, Mt Evelyn, Gembrook Cockatoo and Pakenham.

Bullants in business after back-to-back weekend wins By David Nagel Officer, Pakenham and Tooradin were the big winners of an absorbing double-header of one-day action in the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) Premier Division on the weekend. All three teams were successful in both contests – ending a hectic weekend of cricket in top-four positions on the ladder. At the opposite end of the scale, Cardinia failed to trouble the scorers and face the very real prospect of missing some key personnel for this week’s first two-day game of the season against Clyde. The Bulls had five players reported, mostly for umpire dissent, in a heavy loss to Tooradin on Saturday, with another being added to the book in Sunday’s game against Pakenham. The six Bulls faced a tribunal hearing on Wednesday night at Merinda Park to determine the outcome of the allegations. The biggest positive to emerge from the weekend’s round of matches was the emergence of Officer, who banked its first premiership points since earning promotion from District Division last year. The Bullants (6/174) rode a fast start to victory against Clyde (66) on Saturday, before defending for their lives in a one-run victory over Merinda Park (6/153 to 6/152). Openers Chathura Imbulagoda (31) and Jaswinder Gill (45) set the scene for the weekend with a thumping opening stand, crushing the Cougars to all parts of the Officer Rec Reserve. Jack James (36) then guided the Bullants to a winning score, before Cooper Pursell (3/23) and Jonty Bennie (3/10) piloted the home side to victory. “Our openers got off to a flyer and really put them under the pump, and that really set us up from there,” said Bullants captain Ash Smith. “I think we were 80 off 11 or 12 overs, that set the platform and we didn’t need to take as many risks after that.” If Saturday’s win was a romp, then Sunday’s win was a classic, with Gill (69) and Aiden Pipicelli (37 not out) steering the Bullants to a defendable target at Donnelly Reserve. Pursell (2/24), Bennie (2/26) and Leigh 22 STAR NEWS

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Pakenham skipper Dale Tormey has had a terrific start to the season…as have his undefeated Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Lions. 303390 Boyle (2/37) then stayed strong to bowl their team to victory. Merinda Park needed two runs off the last ball to win, but Boyle pushed one through to keeper Nick Whitelaw who threw down the stumps to move the Bullants inside the four. “We were cooked, but the boys never ever gave up,” Smith said proudly. “It gets us into the season and now we feel like we belong and we’re not here to be beaten. “A lot of teams come up from District and get thumped, but we want to be super-competitive and challenge for the finals.” Cambell Bryan (50) and Daniel McCalman (41) were best for the Cobras. Pakenham remains undefeated, on top of the ladder, after comfortable wins over Carlisle Park (4/180 to 7/151) and Cardinia (3/142 to 138).

The Lions had valuable contributors across the weekend, with skipper Dale Tormey (62), Rob Elston (42) and Jason Williams (38 not out and 3/35) steering the ship on Saturday, before Jack Anning (67), Tormey (43 not out) and Nick Sadler (3/16) led the Sunday charge against the Bulls. “It was huge to get the two wins, Saturday and Sunday, and as boring as it sounds it really is just taking it one game at a time for us,” Tormey said. “All in all we had a lot of good contributions over the two days and that’s what’s been most impressive and most pleasing so far this year. “With the bat, the top order has performed, and it’s been shared around with the ball.” The Lions head to Kooweerup this Satur-

day for the first two-dayer of the season. “We can’t wait, fingers crossed we get (Chris Smith) Smithy back this week, and the last time he didn’t play the first few games his first game back was against Koowee and he made a hundred…so let’s hope history repeats,” Tormey said. “Apart from Tooradin right now, there’s no greater challenge than taking on Koowee at Koowee and we can’t wait to get in amongst it.” CASEY CARDINIA PREMIER SCOREBOARD SATURDAY Officer 6/174(cc) (J Gill 45, J James 36, CP Imbulagoda 31, K Avard 2/25, B Reid 2/29, N Wanniarachchi 2/29) def Clyde 66 (J Bennie 3/10, C Pursell 3/23, LB Boyle 2/12, A Pipicelli 2/18). Koo Wee Rup 8/167(cc) (C Bright 43, J Mathers 34, C Miller 29, T Bertrand 3/33, J Phillips 2/41) def Merinda Park 114 (L Bertrand 53, L McMaster 4/11). Tooradin 2/105 (TJ Hussey 64*) def Cardinia 104 (L Paterson 30, J Prosser 29, B Butler 3/21, K Braid-Ball 2/9, J Lownds 2/19). Pakenham 4/180(cc) (D Tormey 62, RG Elston 42, JP Williams 38*, S De Silva 2/30) def Carlisle Park Vikings CC 7/151(cc) (B Perry 53, JP Williams 3/35). SUNDAY Tooradin 9/156(cc) (TJ Hussey 31, T Evans 27*, D Sutton 25, L McMaster 3/24, J Mathers 2/41) def Koo Wee Rup 136 (J Lownds 4/30, B Butler 3/36). Pakenham 3/142 (J Anning 67, D Tormey 43*) def Cardinia 138 (T Wheller 53, J Prosser 35, N Sadler 3/16, S Gramc 2/23, JP Williams 2/34). Merinda Park 6/152 (C Bryan 50, D McCalman 41, C Pursell 2/24, J Bennie 2/26, LB Boyle 2/37) def by Officer 6/153(cc) (J Gill 69, A Pipicelli 37*, T Bertrand 2/40). Carlisle Park Vikings CC 172 (B Perry 39, E Davies 31, K Avard 3/42, R Bandara 2/20, N Miles 2/31, N Wanniarachchi 2/35) def by Clyde 6/205(cc) (MG Vandort 69, JA Hameeteman 59, K Avard 44*, B Perry 2/36, S De Silva 2/45). LADDER Pakenham 48, Tooradin 36, Kooweerup 36, Officer 24, Cardinia 24, Merinda Park 12, Clyde 12, Carlisle Park 0. FIXTURE – ROUND 4 (TWO-DAY) Merinda Park v Tooradin, Officer v Carlisle Park, Kooweerup v Pakenham, Clyde v Cardinia. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Local star a world champ By Tyler Lewis “We all watch fighters, but I try and do my own thing – because you can’t always be like your favourite fighter.” Local sensation Melisa Murselovic isn’t hung up replicating the best fighters in the world, instead focusing on becoming one herself. It appears to be a successful approach for the 16-year-old kick-boxer, who recently returned from the 2022 WAKO World Championships in Italy with a World Champion title. Murselovic fell in love with the sport from early sparring sessions with her brother in the garage, before her dad encouraged her to head to the local gym to train. There she met Peter Hatton, who has coached her for her short – but accomplished – career. “I trained and fell and love with everything… the fitness, hitting the bag, I met my trainer – Peter Hatton – and it just blew up from there,” Murselovic said of her first session. After being invited to represent Australia in Europe, Murselovic then endured a

gruelling preparation period. “I was of course over the moon, but from then I was training six days a week, doing everything I could to get fit and prepared,” she revealed. “On September 24 we flew to Italy to do a five-day training camp before the fight which was intense, we were training three times a day for about two hours. “I had a good team and good coaches to push me through when I was injured and tired and wanted to give up. “I wanted to win gold for Australia, I wanted to represent my country and bring a medal home.” Win gold Murselovic most certainly did, and it came with some difficulty, considering she needed to conquer much bigger opponents. “I found out I was fighting Morocco first and I think the toughest part about both of my fights was fighting girls heavier than me,” she said. “I think I was the lightest girl in my division… in the final I ended up fighting the US and she ended up being seven kilos heavier than me.

“But I had a game plan, listened to my coaches and ended up winning.” The laconic youngster was sharp in announcing her end goal, but will ultimately never forget why she originally began fighting. “Hopefully go pro one day… sign a contract with a big company and make some money,” she joked. “Other than that, get fit, get strong, stay on top of my game and keep improving.” The Murselovic family were extremely grateful to all the parties that assisted Melisa in achieving her goal. “We would like to say a quick thank you to Francis WAKO for inviting Melisa and Team Australia for supporting her,” they said. “Astro Rodrigues and Luke Draper for being in her corner during the fights, and Peter Hatton, who has been training her since she was nine-years-old. “We also wanted to thank Fighters Xpress for preparing her physically for this big event.” Melisa was thankful for her parents support and her sponsors: Allover Welding, RJB Construction, Fork One Motorsport Wheels and Tyres, Uncle Sam’s and Specsavers.

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Sharp shooters settle down Marion accepts one of bowls’ ultimate accolades for a thrilling finals prelude By David Nagel

Cardinia Waters’ resident Marion Stevens received the ultimate accolade last week - being inducted into the Bowls Australia Hall of Fame. Marion and her husband Bryan – both still active players at Cardinia Waters – flew to the Gold Coast where Australia’s best bowlers and contributors were celebrated for their achievements. Stevens was one of only four new Hall of Fame inductees. Having emigrated from England, Stevens elevated into rare territory, winning gold medals for Australia at the sport’s two biggest events, the World Bowls Championships and Commonwealth Games. Those medals alone stamped Stevens as one of the greats of Australian Bowls, but her record - from grass roots to the elite level of the sport – is quite remarkable. Stevens was Australia’s 37th capped women’s representative, debuting for the Jackaroos at the 1988 Bicentennial International Bowls event, before earning selection for the 1988 World Bowls Championships, in Auckland. Stevens secured the women’s triples and fours world titles at that event, and then returned to New Zealand in 1990 to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in the fours. At club level, Stevens has won a staggering 19 Club Singles Championships and won the Victorian State Fours and Champion of Champions event as well, and has represented her State at many team events over her journey. On the admin side Marion was on the State Selection Committee from 2001 to 2004, and on the National Selection Committee from 2001 to 2006. She has put her selector’s hat on for Cardinia Waters this year, and is still playing pennant for the village. Our region was well represented on the night, with Eric Sydenham from Narre Warren Bowls Club winning the Volunteer of the Year Award. The Gazette will run feature stories on both Stevens and Sydenham in next week’s 26 October edition of the paper. The 2022 Bowls Australia Awards Night Honour Roll COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD Chirnside Park Bowls Club (Chirnside Park, VIC) VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Eric Sydenham (Narre Warren, VIC) pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

Marion Stevens was recently inducted into the Bowls Australia Hall of Fame at a lavish ceremony on the Gold Coast. 303888 Picture: BOWLS AUSTRALIA OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR Ann Walsh (Mornington Peninsula, VIC) COACH OF THE YEAR John Rodis (West Dubbo, NSW) CLUB OF THE YEAR Club Merrylands (NSW) BOWLER WITH A DISABILITY OF THE YEAR Serena Bonnell (Broadbeach, QLD) UNDER-18 FEMALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Taylor de Greenlaw (Cabramatta, NSW) UNDER-18 MALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Jack McShane (Club Merrylands, New South Wales) MALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Nick Cahill (Broadbeach, QLD) FEMALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Kelsey Cottrell (Broadbeach, QLD) INTERNATIONAL FEMALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Lynsey Clarke (Club Tweed) INTERNATIONAL MALE BOWLER OF THE YEAR Aaron Wilson (Cabramatta, NSW) HALL OF FAME (HOF) INDUCTEES Marion Stevens, Dennis Dalton, Herbert (Bert) Sharp, Albert (Bert) Palm and Ronald (Ron) Tuckerman. ELEVATION TO LEGEND STATUS (HOF) Karen Murphy (AM), Steve Glasson (OAM), Rob Parrella (OAM).

The penultimate round of the South West Gippsland Dart League (SWGDL) lived up to all expectations with the top-two teams providing a thrilling prelude to this season’s finals series. While all five games were ultra-competitive, it was the clash between ladder-leaders Just Social and second-placed Snipers that attracted most attention in round 17. Undefeated all season, Just Social had to fight furiously on its home board at the Kooweerup Hotel to hold off Snipers in an 8-7 classic. The quality of both teams was on show throughout, with Jamie Wolff from Just Social becoming the first player to throw four 180’s for the season. Aaron, from Snipers, threw nine tons throughout the evening, while his teammate Dean threw seven to take his tally to a remarkable 117 tons for the season. Just Social have consistent players across the board, but seven tons from Terry kept their noses in front of their main challengers for this season’s title…which now appears up for grabs! While the top-two teams were locking horns, third-placed Warriors rubber-stamped their finals credentials with a 9-6 victory over fourthplaced Paky One. The Warriors bounced back from last week’s 10-5 loss to Just Social with an impressive performance, and will take confidence into their crucial round-18 clash with Snipers. The winner earns second place and an allimportant double-chance in the upcoming finals series.

In other games this week, Rebels held off Mud Rats in a hard-fought 8-7 victory, while Wizards played well in a 10-5 win over Bullseyes. And Gembrook jumped from ninth to eighth on the ladder with a 10-5 triumph over bottomplaced Fore. Spectators are most welcome to attend the Tuesday-night matches in the SWGDL, with games beginning at 7.30pm at the home of darts – the Cardinia Club in Pakenham. SWGDL RESULTS – ROUND 17 Just Social 8 v Snipers 7, Warriors 9 v Paky One 6, Wizards 10 v Bullseyes 5, Gembrook 10 v Fore 5, Rebels 8 v Mud Rats 7. LADDER Just Social 68, Snipers 56, Warriors 56, Paky One 44, Wizards 28, Rebels 28, Bullseyes 24, Gembrook 16, Mud Rats 16, Fore 4. FIXTURE – ROUND 18 Rebels (6) v Paky One (4), Snipers (2) v Warriors (3), Mud Rats (9) v Fore (10), Gembrook (8) v Wizards (5), Bullseyes (7) v Just Social (1). MOST TONS – TOP FIVE Dean 117, Aaron 90, Terry 82, Tim 70, Jay 63. 180’s Jamie W (4), Dean (3), Dale (2), Troy, Tony, Glenn, Thom, Terry, Damo, Shane, Will, Noel, Wayne and Terry. 100+ PEG OUTS 129 – Anthony (Warriors), Dean (Snipers), 122 – Thom (Rebels), 114 – Jamie W (Just Social), 110 – Paul (Paky One).

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