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Storm safety the focus for our SES unit Pakenham SES hosted an open day on Saturday 19 November where attendees could see a road rescue demonstration and learn how to stay safe before, during and after storms. Attendees also had the opportunity to find out what it’s like to volunteer and were treated to a free sausage sizzle. Grey skies loomed for most of the day, however, the rain held off until close to the end of the event.
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Canteen’s closed Police said investigators believe offenders broke into the premises and stole food and drinks before leaving the property. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. In the Facebook post, Ms Atkinson said the canteen staff had not been advised of the break-in until Monday morning when they arrived to work at 7.30am. “It has been very disappointing and frustrating the lack of security that all parties concerned have afforded us, especially when our
concerns have been raised repeatedly around such break-ins,” she said. “We can longer justify the cost to our business and the possible further costs that another break in may occur.” Ms Atkinson said it was disappointing to leave without having the chance to say goodbye to the school community. “We would like to take the opportunity to thank those students and staff that we have
had the pleasure of serving in the last 10+ years at Pakenham Secondary College,” she said. “It has been a pleasure and wish you all well in future endeavours.” A spokesperson for the Department of Education and Training said the school’s canteen services would continue and was currently in the tender process. “Expressions of interest close at the end of next week,” they said.
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After more than 10 years, Pakenham Secondary College’s canteen has shut down - before the end of the school year. On Monday 21 November, Kerry Atkinson of Fishes and Loaves Catering made a statement on Facebook that the company would stop running the canteen “effective immediately”. It comes after police were called to the school Sunday 20 November following a burglary around 5.55am.
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Major parties in tight race By Matt Male It will be a close race for the new seat of Pakenham as thousands of people head to the polls. Although pre-poll voting has been open this week - and last week - the official election day is this Saturday 26 November. According to the bookies, in Pakenham, Labor is marginally the favourite at 1.70 - or a return of $1.70 for every $1 placed - compared to the Coalition’s 2.10. The two major political parties are followed by an independent winning the seat - at 21 and the Greens on 51, and One Nation 91, according to Sportsbet. The Pakenham candidates, in ballot order, are: David Farrelly - Liberal Party. Hannah Pledger-Firth - Animal Justice Party. Michelle Maibaum - Australian Greens. Christopher Gore - Family First Victoria. Sammi Clarke - Freedom Party of Victoria. Brett Owen - Independent. Emma Vulin - Australian Labor Party. Rajvir Singh Sagoo - Independent. Sarasadat Sarkeshik - Democratic Labour Party. Angela Siladji - Pauline Hanson’s One Nation. Elissa Smith - Legalise Cannabis Victoria.
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Voting option for COVID-positive voters Voters who are COVID-positive and who missed the postal vote application deadline of 6pm on 23 November will still be able to vote via a COVIDSafe drive-through service. “We know that people want to vote but may not feel comfortable entering a voting centre. We need to provide at least one option, even if it’s not a very convenient one,” said acting electoral commissioner, Dana Fleming.
The Liberals’ candidate for Pakenham, David Farrelly. “A drive-through voting centre will be available at 149 Barries Road, Melton West between 9 am and 5 pm tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday, and 8am to 6pm on Saturday,” s Fleming said on Wednesday. Prior to the withdrawal of the pandemic emergency declaration, people who were COVID-positive were eligible to vote by phone, after the VEC sought to have them included in eligibility requirements. However, eligibility for voting by phone became void with the removal of the emergency declaration, and isolation requirements. “In good conscience, we felt we had to offer at least one option for voters in this situation.
Labor’s candidate for Pakenham, Emma Vulin.
We have an early voting centre located at a former Bunnings site in Melton West that we’ve turned into a drive-through centre,” explained Ms Fleming. “There simply wasn’t enough time to find and lease any other premises that were large enough to cope. “Voters must stay in their car and will need to show a positive RAT or a text from the Department of Health to confirm a positive PCR test result to be eligible to use the service, as there is a very real risk that we will be inundated by voters who just like the idea of drivethrough voting.” “We have employed registered nurses in full
personal protective equipment to be the intermediary between election staff and the voter to ensure everyone’s safety. It will take a little longer and I ask for voters who use the service to be as patient as possible.” Ms Fleming acknowledged that the drivethrough option wouldn’t be viable for those too unwell to attend or who were too far away from the location to take advantage of the drive-through. “Should any person who is COVID-positive not be able to vote on election day, we will certainly take that into consideration,” Ms Fleming said.
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‘Tiny town’ support By Hugh Pearson Eastern Victoria MP Harriet Shing and Bass MP Jordan Crugnale were in Lang Lang on Wednesday 23 November to announce a $10 million investment into a new Tiny Towns fund, if Labor is re-elected. The Labor Party will provide regional local grants of between $5000 and $10,000 if reelected at this year’s state election. “We know that towns of up to 5000 people across Victoria provide the most wonderful colour, history, stories and sense of communities,” Ms Shing said. “It’s therefore of central importance we provide them with support and opportunities to shine.” Grants will be available to community groups, local organisations and councils. “You might have a mothers group to come together and go this is what they’d like here and they can apply or councils can as well. It’s a great fund and it’s great for our small towns,” Ms Crugnale said. Councils available for funding include Casey, Cardinia, Hume, Melton, Mitchell, Mornington Peninsula, Nillumbik, Whittlesea, Wyndham, Wyndham and the Yarra Ranges. The funding will help support tourism in small regional towns and back local jobs and businesses, the government said. Funding will be used for tourism drawcards such as splash parks, hiking trails and basketball courts. “It might be streetscapes and murals, it might be a splash park, it might be street furniture such as benches or opportunities for people to come together and catch up,” Ms Shing said. “We want our small towns to be a draw card and a focal point as well for people that might be travelling elsewhere,” Ms Crugnale said. The $10 million funding won’t be competing with council funding arrangements. “We want to make sure we are helping our communities to shine in all sorts of all different ways and that applications for State Government funding won’t be dislodged or disrupted as a result of this program,” Ms Shing Said. “We will be guided by our tiny towns as to how they want to put their applications to-
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Eastern Victoria MP Harriet Shing and Bass MP Jordan Crugnale were in Lang Lang to pledge $10 Picture: HUGH PEARSON million in funding to “tiny towns”. 309694 gether, the sort of things that are important to them and continue to work alongside councils on the bigger projects.” The Liberal National Coalition announced in October that Kooweerup and Lang Lang would benefit from $200,000 in funding each if
they won the state election, for local projects. The commitment from the Coalition was part of the $30 million Local Shopping Strip Recovery Plan, which would support local communities across the state to recover and rebuild, the Coalition said.
Independent Candidate for Pakenham Brett Owen is advocating for additional funding support for growth areas as part of his campaign. “It was great that Cardinia Shire Council recently received a grant from the state’s Growing Suburb Fund to renew the public toilets at PB Ronald Reserve in Pakenham,” Brett said. “The Growing Suburbs Fund is so important for growing communities such as Pakenham so if elected I’ll be advocating for the fund to have additional funding so more projects can be completed.” The fund in the past has contributed to projects such as the new Cardinia Youth Hub and the Comley Banks Recreation Reserve Pavilion in Officer. “Cardinia Shire Council averages only $3 - $4 million from the fund each year but is faced with the difficulty of putting forward projects, in a competitive process,” he said. “There is simply not enough funding which means that many much needed infrastructure projects miss out on this support.“ In 2020 the fund’s reach was expanded to include areas outside the growth areas of greater Melbourne to include periurban areas of Melbourne without an increase to the overall funds available. “To ensure that growing areas such as Pakenham receive the adequate infrastructure it deserves, the Growing Suburbs Fund must be immediately increased,” he said.
Pakenham events set to benefit if Liberals form government Liberal candidate for Pakenham David Farrelly has pledged grants to four local events within the next four years if he and the Liberal Party are elected in the state election. The grants would assist the growth of the events and support volunteers hosting the free community events. “I have been a volunteer at all of these events for many years and I know firsthand the positive impact that a well-run free event can have on our community,” Mr Farrelly said. “These grants will help the volunteer organisations deliver the very best events that they can.”
The grants include $25,000 a year for the Pakenham Show, $15,000 a year for an Australia Day event hosted by Lakeside Residents Group, $5000 a year for Pakenham Carols by Candlelight and $5000 a year for Cardinia Gurjarati Association events.
Liberal candidate for Pakenham David Farrelly has announced grants for four community events in Pakenham if elected. Picture: SUPPLIED
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Tell us a fun fact about yourself! My partner is also a librarian! We read a lot! What are you most passionate about? Recommending things for people to read and getting people excited about reading! I always find that people who say they don’t read or don’t enjoy reading, just haven’t found the right book yet. What do you love about youth literacy? Reading is so fundamental to day to day life and while school does a good job of building reading skills, you still have to get kids excited to read. It might be through a really cool illustrator, a series of novels about their favourite animal or just something that will make them laugh! You want them to reach for a book for fun. The facts come later - reading for purpose and meaning flows easier when you’ve got the habit down. What is your favourite book? My favourite book has always been Casino Royale by Ian Fleming. Not very child friendly but a thriller to leave you shaken not stirred. Not only does it introduce the suave secret agent James Bond, it also has a recipe for scrambled eggs, a vodka cocktail and this amazing chapter describing how to dress for any occasion. Fleming was actually part of the secret service and he calls on his past experience in these books. What would your last meal be? Bacon and Egg roll. I used to drag my feet eating breakfast as a child (soggy Weet-Bix) but now I realise I was just trying to prolong it until brunch! What was your most memorable moment? Marrying my partner Meg in April this year. What was your favourite subject in school? Favourite subject in school was always history - I remember borrowing my teacher’s copy of The Golden Age of Myth and Legend in Year 8
Tim Cuthell is a children and youth services librarian at Bunjil Place.305716 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS and re-reading it over and over until about Year 10. Probably not a good sign seeing as I now work in libraries. What event past or present would you like to witness? I always wanted to witness the moon landing. I really felt it would have been a gravity
defying experience. Which six dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? David Bowie, Paul McCartney, Caroline Chisolm, Homer (of the Greek myths not Simpson), Valentina Tereshkova and Queen Elizabeth. What are you currently listening to/watching or reading? I’m listening to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. I’m reading The School by Brendan James Murray and I’m watching The Peripheral. How would you describe your fashion sense? I’ve always enjoyed novelty shirts and I’m looking forward to summer to wear them out. Have you had a pet that has made an impact on your life? I had a pet Budgie called Budgie when I was a child. It lived more than 15 years! Well I thought it did. Mum kept swapping them out if they died in their cage overnight. I only found out when I was 18. Budgies don’t live that long. If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook? Katsu chicken curry - very requested at home. Where is your dream holiday destination? My favourite trip so far was probably to Japan. I will fondly remember the joy of ordering everything from a vending machine and the bustle of the streets in Tokyo. What were you like as a kid? Never gave anyone too much trouble as a kid. Loved performing. I used to run a community radio show with mates from school and I was always keen to be in the school play. What is your favourite colour and why? Red. Bright and revolutionary colour. What’s one question you have never been able to get the answer to? Why don’t you have a library card? Just makes sense to have one...why not sign up today!
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Statistic More than one-in-three women experience gender-based violence during their lifetime, according to UNWomen.
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Cardinia Shire Council has endorsed its 2022-23 road renewal program for works across 54 roads in 18 townships. The council will invest $3.122 million towards resurfacing and rehabilitating local council roads as part of its $17.392 million commitment to upgrade, improve and maintain the shire’s road network in ‘22-’23. Rehabilitation works involve rebuilding the road pavement along sections of road. Resurfacing works are proactive works to help prevent water damage to the road and help prolong the life of the road. Mayor Tammy Radford said extreme and consistent wet weather over recent months had not only contributed to an increase in road issues within the shire, but it had also impacted crews’ ability to complete permanent repairs. “We have heard loud and clear from our
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community that improving our local roads is important to them,” Ms Radford said. “That’s why the council is prioritising improving road conditions, safety, and connectivity on our existing our road network.” The council currently manages an extensive 1579-kilometre sealed and unsealed road network, which presents many challenges across each township and a recent report outlines how weather has been council’s greatest challenge. Sustained wet weather has caused defects to increase by 58 per cent on sealed roads and 36 per cent on unsealed roads during winter compared to the normal peak. More than 1100 road defects were recorded over the three month period, resulting in significant maintenance demand. To report a road issue, visit cardinia.vic. gov.au/reportroadissue
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Roads key in Berwick seat By Eleanor Wilson “I’d rather stick with the devil I know than the one that I don’t,” said Narre Warren resident Meredith Dale as she stood outside a pre-poll centre at Akoonah Park in Berwick. A chilly November day didn’t stop Meredith, nor 2000 local pre-poll voters, from doing their due diligence for democracy on Thursday 17 November. Liberal candidate and favourite to win the district, Brad Battin, has been at Akoonah Park morning and night handing out how-to-vote cards, along with other candidates and eager campaign volunteers. He said he was quietly confident heading into the final week of campaigning before election day on Saturday 26 November. “There’s still a bit to go. But I think overall we’re in the middle of Liberal heartland. So I’ll take that whilst we’re here,” Battin said. “Of course anything can happen on the day, but if we keep the [pre-poll numbers] coming through, we’ll have over 50 per cent of the votes by election day.” As of Thursday 17 November, the Berwick District had received more than 6800 pre-poll votes, in addition to 7661 local constituents who had their say by postal vote. Battin said roads had been a dominant issue occupying locals’ minds. “I’m surprised at how many people have mentioned potholes. I knew it was an issue but I didn’t realise how much of an issue it was,” he said. Young voter Madison Bank agreed roads in the area need to be addressed, but said it was her family’s voting habits that influenced her decision to vote Liberal. “I’m a bit younger so I think I’m still figuring out where I lie,” she said. Many voters said they felt disillusioned by the election, with one remarking, “I‘ve spent long enough on this planet to know they promise the world and give you nothing”. But just as many shared a resolute determination to ‘can Dan’. Voter David Mitchell said he has voted for Labor in the past, but that won’t be the case this time around. “I reckon Labor is corrupt. There’s been too many examples, too many IBAC inquiries. I don’t think they’ve been honest and I think where there’s smoke there’s fire,” he said. “I think with what we’ve gone through with Covid over the last couple of years and examples like that, we need a change. We need a change, he’s been there too long.” Wife Angela said she too was voting against Mr Andrews, rather than in favour of a particular party or policy. For her, seeing her elderly mother wait for 24 hours in a local emergency department following a bad fall at home, was the decider. “The health system is ridiculous here in Victoria. That is one of the main things I’m really not happy about.” Local voter Lisa said she took no issue with the Labor Party, but said Mr Andrews was running the state “like a dictatorship”.
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A line builds at the Akoonah Park pre-poll centre in Berwick. 308299 “The Labor Party is no longer the Labor Party,” for Trevor, who said he often voted Labor in his youth. He too wants Mr Andrews gone. But perhaps the most ardent opposers of the Andrews Government were volunteers campaigning on behalf of the Freedom Party of Victoria. “Vote for your local nurse and get us nurses back to work. We are desperate to get back to work,” was the message from two Freedom Party volunteers, who, along with candidate Kerry Haupt, worked as registered nurses and
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midwives until November last year, when they were stood down for not complying with vaccine mandates imposed by the State Government. “Dan Andrews isn’t delivering and that is why I’m standing here today. I’ve never done this in my life before, but we felt like we had to,” one of the volunteers said. “We’re not political people, we’re nurses. We don’t get involved, we don’t do this usually. “Mandates are still effective within the health care system and there are thousands of
us nurses who are unemployed right now.” Labor candidate Malik Zaveer, who has also been trying to gain constituents’ votes in-person at Akoonah Park, said he is hopeful he will be triumphant at the election. “I’m keeping my fingers crossed, you have to be in it to win it,” he said. “I am hopeful, but at the end of the day, its all in the voters’ hands. They decide who’s the best candidate or the best government to run the state. But I think Labor has done quite well.”
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By Marcus Uhe The Cranbourne Public Hall has secured bipartisan support ahead of this weekend’s state election. The Coalition announced on Wednesday 16 November a $1 million commitment to upgrade the facility, following Labor’s commitment of the same value from earlier in the week. Funding will address “urgent maintenance issues, undertaking internal and external improvements or developing of new spaces”, the Coalition said. Liberal candidate for Cranbourne, Jagdeep Singh, was glad to be able to announce the funding. ADVERTISEMENT
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Celebrations are in order for the Bakhtar Community Organisation following the official opening of their new distribution centre in Hallam. A family fun day was held on Sunday 20 November to welcome the community to the new space, where the organisation will distribute food and electronic good to those in need and hold classes for the community. The centre will partner their original warehouse facility in Noble Park. “The facility will be used to run focus groups, workshops for jobseekers and provide work experience opportunities for jobseekers in the area,” Bassir Qadiri, founder and chief executive of the Bakhtar Community Organisation, said. “It’s connecting people with employers, providing interview training and more. “There are a huge number of families recently settled in Casey, particularly in Hallam, Narre Warren and Cranbourne. “This facility is not only for the Afghan community, it’s open for the wider community. You can call us at any time and make sure you receive the support you require.” A Monash Health vaccination bus attended the event on Sunday, with Pashto and Dari interpreters helping to translate critical health information to community members who don’t have English as their first language. “We were able to provide them with Covid-19 information, showing how we support Monash Health and vaccinations, giving assurance to the community. “You’re not only keeping yourself safe, but the community too. Especially now that numbers are rising again with the new variant.” Beginning early next year, Bahktar will launch their Bakhtar Response Team project, which will work with emergency service teams
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to provide assistance to people in Casey and Dandenong with volunteers speaking a range of different languages. It will be modelled off the Hatzolah service, which functions similarly for the Jewish community. “In emergency situations, they may have difficulty communicating with an ambulance,” Mr Qadiri said. “The volunteers can assess the situation and determine whether an ambulance is re-
quired, and save ambulance for priority people in real need. “It’s connecting the CALD (Culturally And Linguistically Diverse) community with the wider community, providing tools to be connected and supported. “We have seven volunteers training to be fully equipped and ready for an emergency by January.” The new facility is located at 23-47 Gunns Road, Hallam. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Sheedy puts on a show By Marcus Uhe Legend in the Australian Football League Hall of Fame Kevin Sheedy had the crowd in the palm of his hand at Blue Hill Rise Retirement Village in Cranbourne on Thursday 17 November, dropping in to the facility as part of a fundraising morning tea for Fight MND and breast cancer research. The Fight MND campaign is one close to Mr Sheedy’s heart, not only through his connection to Neale Daniher, a player he coached at Essendon who has become the public face of the campaign in Victoria, but it also sadly claimed the life of his father when Sheedy was a teenager. There was plenty of red and black in the audience as the four-time Essendon premiership coach reflected on his journey, from growing up in South Yarra, to his triple premiership playing career at the Tigers, his 27 years in charge at the Bombers, pioneering the beginning of GWS Giants and everything in between. He also engaged in a Q-and-A session with the audience, where a former Fitzroy opponent of his recounted a game in which the Royal Family, including the late Queen Elizabeth II, were in attendance. “I met this gentleman and he said, ‘We need to get people to come to elderly home villages’ and I said, ‘Yeah I’ll come out’”, Mr Sheedy said of the reason for his visit. “This is my first time doing it and I’m going to enjoy it. My career spanned over their lifetime and we’re going to go over areas that they might want to ask about in the Q and A session: what happened, where, why, so forth. “It’s a good communication session for me to find out what people my age want to know about me. It think good leaders pass on knowledge and that’s what today’s about. “There’ll be a bit of humour, a bit of bridge building.” He listed his proudest achievements as
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growing participation numbers in the Indigenous population through his recruitment of Michael Long and championing the ‘Dreamtime at the G’ game, while not missing an opportunity to throw a few barbs at long-time Essendon rivals Carlton and North Melbourne. The event was organised was by Blue Hills resident and passionate Bombers fan, Les Bilham, who was looking for an opportunity to lift spirits in his community after a difficult couple of years due to the pandemic. “I’ve heard him speak a few times and listened to him talk,” Mr Bilham said. “He’s one of the greatest talkers, motivators, or inspirational people you’d ever know. You can see the people today how great (the residents) got on with him. “It was fantastic, it went better than what we thought it would. There was standing room only available. “They’ll (the residents) talk about this for a long time.” Reflecting on the glory days of the Bombers under Sheedy’s reign with this fellow Essendon supporter, Mr Bilham said three things always come to mind when he thinks about his coaching legacy: the premierships, turning the entire organisation into a powerhouse of the industry and “most feared” sides in the competition, and the never-say-die attitude he instilled in the playing group. “You can have the jacket wave, the marshmallows, the windsocks, but they were the most important things. “They could be seven, eight goals down but could come back and win the game. “In the rest of my lifetime I don’t think (Essendon will) ever replace him. I don’t think there’s anyone that could replace him.” As of Friday morning 18 November, more than $2400 had been raised from the function, with event sponsor Klean Air Australia promising to contribute $15 for every split system or ducted system cleaning service purchased at Blue Hill.
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Milestone for Oakgrove By Eleanor Wilson Nestled in Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren, Oakgrove Community Centre has welcomed a range of families for more than two decades. The not-for-profit organisation is set to celebrate its 25th anniversary early next month, reflecting on the strong support network it has built for the Narre Warren community. David Haynes has been president of the centre committee since February 2013. He said the centre has changed drastically since then, thanks to the growth of the suburb and a rise in culturally diverse communities, particular Afghan populations. “We’ve moved with the community, that has been our major role and that has been a significant achievement for the centre to do that,” he said. Mr Haynes said the centre has seen 32 per cent growth in its programs since 2010. “That’s due to Mary and the staff. They’ve taken the centre along this new route, where we now have playgroups for non-English speaking children which allow the parents to mix together. We teach them English and get children ready to go to school.” One of the key services the centre provides is pre-kinder and playgroup sessions, which have also seen demand shoot up over the years. Centre manager Mary Amalraj said she hopes the centre can continue to provide for culturally diverse communities in the future. “The future is definitely engaging with and
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connecting more communities, especially new arrivals,” she said. “We envisage expanding our existing playgroups to more diverse and unique ones organised around particular needs or common interests such as babies, non-English speaking, special needs, as well as educational programs for women getting them prepared for employment.”
Gina Dickinson, who has just ticked over 17 years as a kindergarten educator at Oakgrove, said the joy she gets from seeing the children learn is what drives her. “I love my job,” she said. “It’s the love of the kids and watching them grow, teaching them and seeing them enthusiastic about everything,” she said. “It’s the kids wanting to come in and at the
end of the day hearing them tell their parents what they’ve learned, so you know they have listened and are taking it in.” The community centre is welcoming the public for a 25th anniversary event on Sunday 4 December between 11am and 2pm, with face painting, arts and crafts, pony rides, a jumping castle, market stalls and food van among the attractions.
Looking back: Oakgrove centre expansion Control your preferences As Oakgrove Community Centre celebrates its 25th anniversary, Star News Group flipped through the archives to find an article from 5 July 2007 which detailed the centre’s expansion launch. We have republished the story here to mark the important milestone for the not-for-profit. The extended Oakgrove Community Centre was opened to the public recently following construction to improve the facility for several Casey community groups. City of Casey mayor Colin Butler officiated at the opening and acknowledged the work of council and community centre staff, the committee of management and other volunteers in seeing the extensions become reality. “Community centres are places where many of the diverse needs of the community can be met, and council’s objective is to ensure that residents have access to a suitable environment in which to participate in activities,” Cr Butler said. “Centres like this offer a much-needed community base for a range of activities and learning opportunities, including Scouts and strength training for 50s and over.” Extension works to the facility included a new multipurpose room addition to an existing room, which about doubled its size, as well as additional storage space. Unveiled at the extension opening was a stunning three-panel Joy of Life quilt, which
Some of the creative talents behind the quilt include Jeanette Hume, Wendy Poyser and Dorothy McCarthy, pictured here with then Casey mayor Colin Butler and then councillor Lorraine Wreford, who joined the talented artists at thenewly renovated Oakgrove Community Centre. 309685 will hang in the centre’s multipurpose room. Recognising the changes in Narre Warren over time, the quilt includes a panel depicting life prior to European settlement with an Aboriginal community and native flora and fauna. The second panel depicts the introduction of European involvement with farming and cheese making, and the third panel depicts Narre Warren nowadays with homes, play-
grounds and families. Talented community volunteers donated hundreds of hours of their time and skills to produce this original creation for the Oakgrove Community Centre and Narre Warren community. Those involved in the project included Margaret Hudswell, Jeanette Hume, Wendy Poyzer, Dorothy McCarthy, Dawn Trowell, Marcia Ritter, Kathy Reiter and Riffat Siddiqui.
Sixth man charged following fatal stabbing Homicide Squad detectives have charged a sixth man following a fatal stabbing in Melbourne’s CBD in October. A warrant was executed at a residential property in Clyde North early on Wednesday 16 November. A 19-year-old Clyde North man was charged with affray. He was remanded to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. The charge follows an incident where emergency services were called to Bourke Street about 5.45am on Sunday 30 October following reports of a group of people fighting. Two men sustained stab wounds and were conveyed to hospital in a critical condition, where a 20-year-old Cranbourne 8 STAR NEWS
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man later died. A second man has since been released from hospital. On Friday, 4 November, Homicide Squad detectives charged a 23-year-old Seabrook man and a 20-year-old Delahey man with murder, affray, intentionally cause serious injury and intentionally cause injury. A 20-year-old Burnside Heights man, a 23-year-old Delahey man, and a 22-year-old Cranbourne man have all been charged with affray. Anyone who witnessed the incident, has video footage or further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
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Voters were issued an official reminder that they could control their Upper House preferences by voting below the line. The Victorian Electoral Commission issued a statement after media reports of widely-condemned preference deals for $55,000 being organised by self-described ‘preference whisperer’ Glenn Dreury. The group voting ticket system was legal, but only applied if voters voted with a ‘1’ ‘above the line’, VEC electoral commissioner Warwick Gately stated. “You can control where your preferences flow if you vote below the line instead of above the line. “To do this, you must number at least 1 to 5 below the line and can continue numbering if you wish.” Mr Gately noted a Parliamentary review of the Upper House voting system had been deferred. “We welcome the opportunity to provide our feedback and recommendations on the Upper House voting system, and are ready to make a submission should a reforming EMC schedule an inquiry following this election.” Premier Daniel Andrews on 17 November said he’d consider possible changes when the review was completed. The Liberal-National Coalition and the Greens have pledged reform. Opposition Leader Matthew Guy labelled the “Seats for Sale scandal” as an “undemocratic rort”. “If Daniel Andrews fails to match my commitment then voters will be entitled to conclude that Daniel Andrews is more concerned about the interests of himself and the Labor Party, than the best interests of Victoria.”
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Pokies operator facing 62 charges A pokies operator is facing 62 charges of allegedly operating machines without mandatory pre-commitment technology. After a tip-off in December 2021, Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission inspectors visited Australian Leisure and Hospitality Group (ALH) venues in Hallam, Narre Warren, Mulgrave, Sandringham, Laverton and Cheltenham to verify the “widespread and significant breaches”. ALH then turned off 220 “non-compliant” machines across 62 of its 77 venues, the VGCCC stated. It’s alleged the machines were operating for up to five weeks without YourPlay technology, which allows gamblers to set time and spending limits. An ALH executive officer also faces charges of failing to ensure mandatory player equipment was installed. “We have decided to prosecute ALH as the alleged breaches constituted serious and significant non-compliance across 80 per cent of all ALH’s Victorian venues,” VGCCC chief executive Annette Kimmitt said. “Anyone who holds a gambling licence in Victoria is on notice that they must, at a minimum, comply with their legal obligations to protect patrons from gambling harm. “Having YourPlay installed and available on electronic gaming machines is a mandatory requirement to support safer gambling.” In Victoria, all electronic gaming machines must have an interactive YourPlay display that allows players to set limits on the time or money they spend and to monitor their gaming machine play across venues.
The YourPlay technology is, however, only optional for players. ALH was described by the VGCCC as Australia’s largest poker machine operator. Endeavour Group chief executive Steve Donohue said the alleged breaches were an “isolated but regrettable case of process and communication failure”. The 220 machines in question were part of a 4690 new-machine rollout in November and December 2021, which had been delayed by Covid-19 closures, he said. “We have since conducted a review of the installation process across our fleet. “The investigation concluded this was an isolated but regrettable case of process and communication failure in our internal supply chain.”
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Mr Donohue said Endeavour Group was “acutely aware of the seriousness of this matter”. “We are committed to doing all we can to ensure it does not happen again. “As soon as the matter was raised we deactivated the machines, and proceeded to address the concerns before re-testing the functionality. “We can confirm YourPlay is active on all Victorian machines that we operate, with ALH also offering Voluntary Pre-Commitment at all venues on the mainland, as part of our national standard.” The 62 charges attract a total maximum punishment of about $1.35 million. Each charge is punishable by a $22,190 maximum fine.
The Liberal Nationals Coalition has pledged to fully duplicate Evans Road in Cranbourne, if the party is elected to government. The $87 million project will upgrade the section between Hall Road, Cranbourne and South Gippsland Highway, Lynbrook. Transport Infrastructure opposition spokesperson Matt Bach said the “critically important” project would mean a “quicker and safer commute” for drivers across the South East. It was important to invest in the region under significant population growth, Dr Bach said. Cranbourne Liberal candidate Jagdeep Singh said the Coalition was ensuring “places like Cranbourne get their fair share of infrastructure spend”. Narre Warren South Liberal candidate Annette Samuel said the upgrade meant safer travel, less time in traffic and “more time with loved ones at home”.
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St James Catholic Primary School engages individualised learning experiences.
Nurturing, passionate staff St James Catholic Primary School is committed not only to students’ academic growth, but their emotional and spiritual development. This is why the school holds its students at the centre of all decision-making. The experienced and nurturing staff are passionate educators who work towards all children reaching their full potential by providing engaging and individualised learning experiences. They recognise parents as the first and foremost educators of their child, who - before starting school - has learnt to be curious, ask questions and investigate their world. They have learnt from their parents the importance of being responsible, respectful and safe. At St James, staff strive to continue this work and partner closely with parents to
further build on this solid foundation, focusing on the development and promotion of the whole child. This year St James introduced its whole school cross country event. All children were involved and showed great determination and resilience. Students showed comradery and loudly cheered on their peers! The school was also able to welcome parents back on site to both assist with the cross country and cheer on their children. St James Catholic Primary School looks forward to this being an annual event alongside its whole school athletics carnival. St James Catholic Primary School is taking enrolments for 2023 for all year levels and conducting school tours. Contact 5942 5404 or office@stjamesnng.catholic.edu.au to arrange a school tour with principal Bec Kollaris.
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Wonderful and diverse The St Patrick’s team prides itself on the cultural diversity it has among its school community. St Patrick’s is host to large communities of families from Myanmar and South Sudanese communities. The school has also seen a rise in the addition of Sikh families which has been a wonderful addition. It has a group of South Sudanese ladies who come together regularly to participate in sewing and other craft-related activities. They produce some magnificent pieces that they donate back to the community. It has been delightful to see more interaction also from the school’s Myanmar community members. The barrier of language can always be an obstacle for any new people to the community, but they have made so many inroads as they learn and master the English language every day. At St Patrick’s, the school has the assistance of both Myanmar and Sudanese Liaison officers, along with some of its dedicated education support officers, who work closely with these two communities in particular to ensure they receive the support they need in terms of communication with the school. They are assisted with enrolments for both Primary and Secondary schools, excursion, swimming programs, special events days such as Mother’s and Father’s Day, school assemblies and school closure days.
The St Patrick’s team prides itself on the cultural diversity it has among its school community. The school is delighted to see the incredible richness its families bring to the St Patrick’s community, which continues to grow and thrive and enhance the wonderful diverse community. Please make time to visit St Patrick’s Primary School at 136 Princes Highway, Pakenham. Call 5943 9000.
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Grow through connection Thinking about a secondary school enrolment for 2023? The new Principal of Pakenham Secondary College, Mr. Aaron Smith, invites you to consider Pakenham Secondary College for your child next year and beyond. ‘Our excellent reputation in the local community in best supporting our students with their learning and wellbeing continues to grow - we are a school that is ‘on the move’. We have made a number of changes in 2022 which will further benefit our students moving forward’. ‘Our new College Motto, ‘We Grow Through Connection’ will best support our College Community in the years to come. Growth and improvement are linked to the positive relationships and connections we have with others. At Pakenham Secondary College, ‘We Grow Through Connection’, valuing the strong sense of community and teamwork that exists between students, families and staff’. Our new Motto aligns well with our SOAR Values of Social and Personal Responsibility, Opportunities for All, Achieving Personal Best and Respectful Relationships’. ‘At Pakenham Secondary College, we are committed to positive relationships. We understand that student growth is linked to the positive and meaningful connections they have with others. As a College, we are dedicated to further improving the learning and wellbeing outcomes of all of our students by building respectful, positive and productive connections with our College Community’. Pakenham Secondary College strives to provide opportunities in areas important to our College Community - Growth in Learning and Wellbeing, Sport, the Performing Arts, Student Leadership and Our Community. With a hardworking and dedicated staff, we are committed to working with our families to
The new Principal of Pakenham Secondary College, Mr. Aaron Smith, invites you to consider Pakenham Secondary College for your child next year and beyond. provide as many opportunities as we can for our students in these important areas of the College. ‘With a rich 50 year history in our region, we are well placed to offer a personalised approach to teaching and learning ensuring that
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Liberals pledge new fence By Marcus Uhe Barton Recreation Reserve in Cranbourne West is set for a new fence under a Liberal Government. The opposition has allocated $40,000 to erect the fence as part of their upgrades for sporting infrastructure across the state. Liberal candidate for Cranbourne, Jagdeep Singh, said the reserve lies in the heart of the growing Cranbourne West. “This new fence will mean teams can take full advantage of the field without the worry of the ball bouncing onto the road or smashing through someone’s window,” Mr Singh said. Other sporting facilities in the area also promised to be upgraded by the Liberals include Berwick Churches Soccer Club’s home ground at Grices Road Reserve, and Tooradin Recreation Reserve. Both the Tooradin and Berwick facilities will also be upgraded under Labor.
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Library lends a hand By Marcus Uhe With cost of living pressures stretching everyone’s budget ahead of the Christmas period, Casey-Cardinia Libraries are once again calling for donations as part of their Deliver Joy campaign. Each library under the CCL banner has partnered with a local charity organisation to be the recipients of food, non-perishable items, toiletries and unwrapped toys, donated to the library by members of the community. Making a donation to one of the nominated charities will also see CCL waive the charges to any lost or damaged items. CCL chief executive Beth Luppino said the organisation is hoping to break the $20,000 worth of donations mark. “The library is a central hub for the community, so it makes sense for the library to be the place for people to donate goods in time for Christmas,” Ms Luppino said. “This is a win-win for everyone - donors have the chance to make a difference for others doing it tough, and also to clear any library charges they may have for lost items, which provides a clean slate for the new year!” At the
Endeavour Hills library on Raymond McMahon Boulevard, the Andrews Centre has been chosen as the recipient. The Andrews Centre has provided crisis assistance, recovery support, self-management, community development programs and more since 1994, all under the watchful eye of Judy Martin. She painted a bleak picture of the current stresses their clients are currently experiencing. “It’s probably the toughest (times) we’ve ever seen,” Ms Martin said. “There’s a lot of people really struggling utility and rent bills are the main drivers, and fuel. It’s a tough time for a lot of families and individuals. “For some people, it’s ‘I either pay my rent or I eat’. “It’s a tough time for a lot of families and individuals.” Last year’s Deliver Joy campaign resulted in the Andrews Centre delivering more than 200 food hampers across the Dandenong and Endeavour Hills regions. Ms Martin was grateful for the support of such a strong and well-
known local organisation. “It’s tremendous, it’s not only the fact that it’s a help but it’s terrific that it’s the community supporting the community, so that we’re supporting the people in our own community,” she said. “The donations from here and donations from the op shop go to the community, so it’s very encouraging. That it’s owned by the community is a major thing.” Other organisations that have partnered with CCL include: Bunjil Place Library – Transit Outreach Service. Cranbourne Library – Community Information and Support Cranbourne. Doveton Library – Casey North Community Information and Support Service. Emerald Library – Emerald Lions Club. Hampton Park Library – Hampton Park Primary School. Pakenham Library and Cardinia Mobile Library – The Salvation Army. For more information on the Deliver Joy campaign, head to cclc.vic.gov.au/deliverjoy To learn more about The Andrews Centre, head to andrewscentre.org.au
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Labor promises $9 million boost for James Cook PS The ALP has pledged an ambitious investment into facilities at a primary school in Endeavour Hills, as crunch time looms for candidates in the 2022 State election. James Cook Primary School will undergo a giant $9.1 million upgrade under a re-elected Labor government, allowing much-needed structural upgrades to modernise the school. Minister for Water, Regional Development and Equality Harriet Shing and Narre Warren North candidate Belinda Wilson ventured to James Cook Primary School to view the school’s current facilities, which have not been majorly amended since the school was built in 1979. “Our teachers do an amazing job educating Victorian students. Labor is backing their work, delivering so many new and upgraded classrooms and learning spaces at schools right across the state,” Ms Shing said. “We want our students to have what they need to succeed in the classroom – and 12 STAR NEWS
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beyond. Because only Labor believes that every child deserves a great education.” James Cook Primary School principal Anne Burgess said the school has significant roofing damage which has caused sizable water leaks in recent years. She said classes have been relocated due to the leaks on multiple occasions, causing disruption to students’ learning. Ms Wilson said every family should have a great local school. “That’s why I’m so proud Labor will deliver an upgrade for James Cook Primary School so kids in Endeavour Hills have the world-class classrooms they deserve. “The best teachers can’t do the best job in ageing classrooms and out-of-date facilities. That’s why we’ve invested more than $12.8 billion to build and upgrade schools in every corner of the state – making sure every student has every chance.”
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CHRISTMAS CHEER
A sweet festive tradition Gingerbread houses originiated in Germany during the 16th century. They quickly become associated with Christmas and it’s a tradition many Australian families have adopted too. Once the gingerbread has been baked and the house constructed, the fun really starts. Decorating your gingerbread house is a treat to be enjoyed by the whole family - especially those with a sweet tooth. Here are some tips on the best lollies to use for texture and design. Gum Drops Gumdrops are one of the most iconic gingerbread house candies. They are mainly used as Christmas lights, fences and colorful accents on the roof. M&Ms M&Ms are a must for any gingerbread house. M&Ms are small round chocolates that are commonly use for decorating the roof of the house. By adding some frosting and sticking them individually on the roof, you can create colorful red and green patterns. Hershey Kisses Hershey Kisses can be used as roof decor, but also used to create walk ways for the house. Candy Canes Traditional candy canes are one of the most diverse sweets to use when decorating a gingerbread house. They can be used to create heart shape windows, lamp posts with a yellow gumdrop lamp or even a supporting doorway. If you are able find stick shaped candy canes, this will allow you to create many red and white boarders around the house. Christmas Sprinkles The primary purpose of Christmas themed sprinkles is to add a pop of color and shapes to your theme. While most sprinkles come in a cylindrical shape, Christmas themed sprinkles
Decorating your gingerbread house is a treat to be enjoyed by the whole family - especially those with a sweet tooth. can come in round, star, heart, Christmas tree and even Santa shapes which can elevate your design. They can be also found in many different kinds of colors as well. Peppermints Peppermints can be the focal point of any gingerbread house. They are usually placed right above the door or where the two roofs meet. Peppermints can also be used as the primary candy to decorate the roof. Candy Icicles and Bricks Candy icicles can add the winter touch to any gingerbread house. Candy icicles are used to decorate the edge of the roof and around the doors. In addition, candy bricks are great to line
the gingerbread house walls. This can bring a nice rustic or classic feel to your house. Gingerbread Man Decor Gingerbread men decor are primary used outside the house. It’s common to have a gingerbread couple or family with every gingerbread house. It’s best practice to find smaller gingerbread men and women so that they are proportional with the house size. Snow Frosting and Confetti Snow frosting and confetti can add an elegant touch of winter to any gingerbread house. The snow frosting design is usually applied to the roof and walls to the gingerbread house and can be anywhere from a very simple pattern to a very intricate design. Confetti is a simple
way to add color and simple shapes to your creation. Red and Green Sour Tape A newer candy, red and green sour tape is a great way to add texture to your gingerbread house. The sour tape is mainly used on the walls, but could also be used as grass. Chocolate Pretzels If you are considering a cabin-style gingerbread house, chocolate or regular pretzels can be used to create a wooden design. By adding frosting to the pretzels and placing them on the walls and roof of the house, you can have a log cabin style in no time. - Tips courtesy bestgingerbreadhouses. com
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Tooradin market takes off By Marcus Uhe In October 2021’s monthly Tooradin Lions Community Market, there were 16 stalls. Twelve months later, there are more than 80 vying for your attention on the third Sunday of every month. And for that, you can thank market coordinators Judee Cooke and Sandra Holland. Ms Cooke is a four-year veteran of the Tooradin market and others in the region, selling her home-made bracelets and earrings, along with scarves, artworks and other types of giftware. As numbers dwindled in part due to the pandemic, she decided to take action. “The market started to look a bit sick,” Ms Cooke said. “You couldn’t have markets during Covid-19 because you have limited times and travel restrictions. “I knew that it could be bigger and better than what it was. “I’ve done a bit of fundraisers over the years but I’m really pleased to make the market what it is now.” Through persistent use of social media groups and her networks previously established through her years on the local market scene, the goal is to fill all 88 available sites each week. “The first month I did it, I put it on 42 sites across Melbourne and down to Inverloch and it went nuts. “I posted on noticeboards, like the Kooweerup noticeboard and Tooradin noticeboard and all the sites other people put their market sites on. “Word of mouth is really good too. I get a lot that say ‘so-and-so said to come to this one from another market’.” Last Sunday’s market was the first held with the revamped Tooradin Footbridge completely reopened, Ms Cooke said. “When it was closed there were barricades around where they were working. Now we have more space. “We remapped and reworked the layout. “It’s awesome now, it looks good and bridge is great.” Unshackled by a label of a farmers or craft market, Tooradin offers something for everyone, from antiques, soaps, collectables, merchandise, wrought-iron artworks, tarot readings and more. As part of the ambition to fill the 88 each month, Ms Cooke is hoping for local produce offerings to participate to widen the spectrum of availabilities. The market is held on the third Sunday of every month at Sawtells Inlet Foreshore Reserve and run by the Lions Club of Tooradin and District. To book a stall, contact Ms Cooke on 0429 188 280 or misstreats@yahoo.com, or head to the market’s Facebook page, ‘Tooradin Lions Community Market 2021 onwards’. 14 STAR NEWS
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Charity auction a success Property developer Mirvac raised nearly $600,000 for the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal on Saturday 12 November via the successful charity auction of their “Transformation House” in Clyde North. The home, located in Mirvac’s Smiths Lane community, was sold for $1,096,000, with the profits from the sale to be donated to the Salvos in order to provide 2564 days of safe emergency accommodation for those in need. The “Transformation House” was built in just eight months, with the support of 25 suppliers. Designed and delivered by Mirvac’s architects and construction team, the two-storey four-bedroom home is move-in ready, with furniture and other high-quality furnishings selected and styled by Dani Wales from Healthy Homes Australia, Dan Reilly of The Block and their team at MannaMade. Salvation Army Australia (Major) Corps Officer, Michael Wright, explained that the donation would play a significant role in helping The Salvation Army Australia provide housing, food, financial aid and other assistance to those who are homeless or living in poverty. “We are blown away by the Transformation House auction results and Mirvac’s generous donation,” he said. “The funds will play a hugely pivotal role in helping The Red Shield Appeal continue to provide crisis, transitional and long-term accommodation, refuges for women and their children, rooming houses, and community housing – things that we need now more than ever. “We are incredibly grateful to Mirvac and their partners for their continued generosity and support.” The high-profile auction attracted six bidders, with Georgette and Gary Pircher and their family placing the winning bid for the home, and in turn playing an important role
The family of the winning bidders at the auction on Saturday 12 November with designers Dan Reilly (left) and Dani Wales (right). Picture: SUPPLIED in helping to support those in need. Mirvac head of residential, Stuart Penklis, said they were “delighted” with the auction results. “Proceeds from the auction will help The Salvation Army Australia to continue its important work, and contribute towards creating safer homes – and a better future – for thousands of Australians in need,” Mr Penklis said.
“None of this would be possible without the generous support from our Mirvac partners who helped bring this special project to life.” Transformation House is located at Mirvac’s Smiths Lane masterplanned community in Melbourne’s Clyde North, with 60 hectares dedicated to green space, including sporting facilities, local parks, walking tracks, bike trails and more. More than 300 residents already live at
Smiths Lane, and it will include over 3000 homes once complete, along with a proposed future town centre with supermarkets, speciality stores, restaurants, government school, childcare and educational facilities. For more information, visit transformationhouse.mirvac.com For more information on The Salvation Army Australia Red Shield Appeal, please visit salvationarmy.org.au/red-shield-appeal
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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-
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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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Exhibitors, volunteers, sponsors and spectators were Changes are being thrilled to be back made to the Casey at P.B Ronald Reserve Foundation, which Cardinia for klea Pakenham Show the 111th Parsolely as the Cardiniawill potentially be known on Saturday. Foundation. Spoiled with sunny The foundation weather, the is making the show was the first to transition to decision a Cardinia-only Covid-19 shutdownsone back since body to strengthen not for in 2020 and profit organisations help 2021. community. in the It was a bumper Director Paul Thomas tainment with plenty day of entersaid the board yet to approve has of high qualthe new direction ity poultry, sheep transform the foundation. that will and exhibits, reminiscent horticulture “Throughout the of the district’s pandemic, like rural roots. Casey Cardinia Foundation ganisations that director Paul Thomas are philanthropic, most or- says the foundation dation has had the founmay be shifting its little focus to carry out fundraising to no opportunities to Cardinia only. 198803 COVERAGE PAGES - we have continued 16-17 grants process so our the out, but we haven’t funds have been going their own organisation. really had monies ing in because The foundation comJunior Ambassador our fundraising was mainly grants process and currently has an annual through events,” of the Parklea Mr Thomas Pakenham Show is Sheridan Venables per cent of its assets. required to give back four “We took the opportunitysaid. (left) with Senior Ambassador Indi to go strategic review If approved by the Skehan. 271091 over the last couple through a board, the foundation Picture: ROB CAREW years. only give out to Cardinia “The review indicated will based organisations. we need to fund organisation properly Beaconhills College Mr Thomas said the to ensure we’re once the changes fundraise to the Class for VCE Dance.student Ruby Thornton-Mackay has able to proved, the foundation are aplevel we need to, been chosen will and ultimate- at a whole be able to operate to perform at Top ly give out significant new level. funds Picture: SUPPLIED “We will have significantto the community. “It will mean we support from the Cardinia can make a difference Cardinia Shire.” to organisations through Cardinia Shire our grants process,” Mr Thomas councillor Jack said. said it was important Kowarzik “There was an By Jonty Ralphsmith to continue to provide Ruby Thornton-Mac the foundation spreading ourselves argument that we were with financial support. too thin and this Casey also recorded training has paid kay’s 13 years of dance outstanding The“By City reinvigorating us in will hone of Casey recorded off, to a smaller territory. the the foundation of the best students being named one who have VCE performing arts students the third we work withofphilanthropist with 5174 – 231 fewer most family incinumber highest can dents Houses criminal offences completed; who undertook “Cardinia than in 2020. the s in the is growing at such Dance inwere VCE Music Investigation, Music Performance, incommunity. 2021 of any we In better news, Victorian 2021. top location for offences “With the a rapid rate so with 5833 offences localcompletion governmentofarea. deception offences, Music Style can concentratethe number occurring in the of criminal this strategic re- cidents view, Ruby has been some significant public order and position, VCE household. offences, it would inThe the City ofon ects thatinreally Criminal and Combe short Stealing selected to perform VET Music Industry, security Casey was sighted to wrap from a motor Statistics can make the Melbourne down 17.2projfoundation.” vehicle was the most at Drama justice procedures Dance, cent from 2020 to a difference up the community.” its released 2021 data on Thursday Agency Recital in per the common 2021. 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No end date for waste dump By Cam Lucadou-Wells Lyndhurst’s toxic waste dump and Dandenong South’s heavy industrial zone are here to stay, according to the State Government. Greater Dandenong Council is lobbying for the phase-out of both, out of concern for the health of nearby residents. Leading up to the state election, Star News surveyed candidates on their views. Dandenong Labor MP Gabrielle Williams said the State Government had put in “strong safeguards” for operating the Lyndhurst landfill. “While backing the Environment Protection Authority with $180 million to enforce these tough regulations and requirements, (we are) keeping nearby housing estates safe. “We’ll keep working with the community to ensure local residents are at the forefront of everything we do. “We’re also putting a massive effort into reducing waste and that will see the demand for landfill reduced.” The State Government “currently has no plans” to change the industrial zoning at Dandenong South, Ms Williams said. The precinct includes Dandenong’s manufacturing hub, which comprises almost 1400 businesses and more than 21,000 jobs. The precinct also provides significant flowon benefits for other businesses, according to the government. Greens candidate Matthew Kirwan said as a former Greater Dandenong councillor, he’d advocated for the Lyndhurst landfill’s closure. “And my position hasn’t changed. “For the health and welfare of nearby residents the Lyndhurst toxic waste dump should close.” Regarding Dandenong South, Mr Kirwan said residents were “too close to a zone that has toxic industries”.
The Lyndhurst toxic waste dump viewed from the industrial precinct in National Drive, Dandenong South. “Our area shouldn’t be a dumping ground for industries because it is a safe seat.” Liberal Dandenong candidate Karen Broadley was silent on both the landfill and industrial 2 zone. Dandenong state election candidates for Animal Justice Party, Family First Victoria, Liberal Democrats and Freedom Party of Victoria did not respond to the survey before print deadline. City of Greater Dandenong has stated
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WHAT’S ON ble. Bring your family and friends, or come alone and make new friends. Coffee and tea provided. There will be a silent auction. Sunday 4 December, 7pm Pakenham Hall corner John Street and Henry Street, Pakenham.
Narre Warren and District Family History Group meeting A night of fun and frivolity, mark this date in your calendar for a night of fun and laughter. We will be in the Admin Building Conference Room, Cranbourne Complex (enter via Casey Radio), 1/65 Berwick Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne. Visitors are welcome, the night will commence at 7.30pm. Wednesday 14 December. This meeting won’t be held on Zoom.
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Gembrook Community Christmas Carols Gembrook Community Carols are back! Come on down to Gembrook Primary School on Saturday 3 December at 5pm for family fun time with lots of free activities. At 6pm, our lovely Community Carols Singing will start where we will sing into the evening and enjoy the company of our wonderful community. Saturday 3 December, Gembrook Primary School.
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Pride Formal is a free event for LGBTIQA+ young people aged 12-24 and their friends/allies to come together and celebrate in a safe, discrimination free environment to embrace pride, diversity and inclusion for all. Dress code open to individual expression of identity. Door and best dressed prizes, DJ and live music and dance competitions. This is a fully supervised, drug, alcohol, smoke and vape free event. To book your ticket, please visit prideformal2022.eventbrite. com.au Saturday 3 December 7pm to 10pm at the Beaconsfield Neighbourhood House.
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Bring yourself, your family and your fur babies and have a wonder thru our fantastic country market. With more than 50 stalls, you’re sure to find a bargain. There’s new stalls every month. Sunday 27 November, 8am to 1pm.
leaves, tree branches and trunks (up to 30 centimetres wide and 1 metre long) and weeds. Residents must present photo ID as proof of residence within Cardinia Shire to access the free service. Waste will only be accepted from residential vehicles and trailers; commercial business operators cannot use this service. Future Recycling Transfer Station, 30-32 Exchange Drive, Pakenham, 2-5 December.
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Community backs family By Eleanor Wilson Several times each day 23-year-old Maya Pinn transports her son’s 30-kilogram wheelchair in and out the boot of her 12-year-old Toyota Prado. It is a repetitive, physically taxing movement she knows she can’t continue forever. But for now, it’s the young Narre Warren family’s only option. Three years ago, Maya’s first born, then two year-old Lloyd, was diagnosed with IQSEC2 Associated Disorder - a rare cognitive disability that currently has less than 250 diagnoses worldwide. Lloyd is the only individual with his specific mutation of the gene worldwide, but his condition was not always obvious. “Lloyd was born a perfectly healthy baby, weighing 8.2 pounds,” Maya said. “He passed the initial hearing test, fed and slept beautifully and was overall the perfect little new-born.” It was only at the six month mark that Maya started to notice Lloyd was missing key development milestones. “The main thing was that he couldn’t weight bear, he wasn’t sitting and he couldn’t stand without support,” Maya said. “He wasn’t reaching out to grab toys, so there were a few signs, but as a first time mum I didn’t know that wasn’t normal. “[I] started raising concerns with the maternal child health nurse and my general practitioner, all of whom didn’t recognise the same concerns, consistently telling me that I was ‘just a young mum’.” Maya says it took months of advocating years of various medical tests, assessments, and consultations with no definitive answers before Lloyd was diagnosed with the disease, which currently has no official syndrome name. At the time of diagnosis, Maya was 26 weeks
pregnant with her second child, a baby girl, Elsie. The disease is characterised as a genetic condition that causes severe intellectual disability and sometimes other physical, neurological or psychiatric symptoms. For Lloyd, this means additional diagnoses including epilepsy, asthma, cortical vision impairment, hypotonia or low muscle tone, hypermobility, global developmental delay, hyperopia and brachycephaly. Lloyd functions at an 8 to 12 month old level in most developmental areas, meaning he is non-verbal, cannot feed himself and is currently learning how to walk although he cannot yet stand or crawl. Caring for him is a full time job says Maya, who also works part-time and studies a Bachelor of Health Sciences full-time. The mother of two has started a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for ‘Lloyd’s Little Lorry’ - a wheelchair van which will make simple tasks that little bit easier for the family. “Even a two-minute job like dropping the kids off at day care can be a 30-minute ordeal because I have to take the wheelchair out and put Lloyd in it and get Elsie as well. “I can’t work full time either because, aside from Lloyd’s carer, no one has a car that can accommodate the wheelchair.” As Maya tells it, “everything related to disability comes with a high price tag”, meaning financing a modified wheelchair van for Lloyd could cost upwards of $40,000. But she’s hoping it will give the family added freedom to spend quality time together. “I just want us to be able to be safe and independent, to be able to go out as a family and not have to rely on anyone else, or have anyone on standby,” Maya said. To donate to Lloyd’s Gofundme, head to gofundme.com/f/lloyds-little-lorry-wheelchairvan
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Twin sisters’ clean sweep By David Nagel When Leesa and Brett McIntosh walked their twin daughters Abbie and Ellie into SD Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for the first time - almost two years ago - they had very simple ambitions for their five-year-old girls. After all, every parent wants to see their kids safe and to watch them grow into confident and well-intentioned young people. But Leesa and Brett had no idea that the local girls from Pakenham were about to take the Jiu Jitsu world by storm! Abbie and Ellie, quite literally, had the Jiu Jitsu fraternity seeing double after Abbie won gold and Ellie silver at the recent IBJJF Pan Pacific Championships at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre in Albert Park. The Pan Pacs is the biggest tournament in Oceania and is recognised globally by the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation. And Abbie and Ellie dominated, fighting each other in the final, with the bout lasting the full three minutes and Abbie winning on points. “Life skills, such as self-defence, that was the main reason we did it, but we just didn’t expect that the girls would love it as much as they have,” proud mum Leesa said of her now seven-year-olds. “The girls were very shy when they started, but they’re even running classes at the gym now. “Their confidence and coordination have improved so much. “They’re coach (Silvano) was telling us to join them up in competitions, but we were just doing it for fun. “But that one competition has now led to all of these big competitions, and now this huge one.” Abbie and Ellie, both grey belts, showcased their defensive and attacking skills when they lined up at the Victorian State Championships earlier this year. Once again, Abbie won gold, and Ellie silver. “It’s just fun, we learn how to defend and attack and my best move is the arm-bar,” Abbie explained. “It’s exciting to win the gold medal, but I just want to keep training and getting better. “Ellie and I do have fun, but we do try and beat each other.” Due to their near-identical features, people often get the girls confused…including referees. “Ellie fought before me and when I walked on the referee said ‘Hey, that’s Ellie,” Abbie said with a laugh. “But even mum and dad get us mixed up sometimes.” One person who is accustomed to identifying twins is superstar Australian actor Chris Hemsworth, who had his own twins Sasha and Tristan competing at the event. The girls got a photo with Hemsworth, but
From left; twin sisters Ellie and Abbie McIntosh won gold and silver at the recent IBJJF Pan Pacific Jiu Jitsu Championships in Melbourne. 308198 Pictures: GARY SISSONS
Abbie, coach Sam and Ellie catch up with Australian superstar Chris Hemsworth. 309405 it did take some encouraging. “They eventually jumped in for a photo, but the girls said ‘we don’t get photos with strangers.” Leesa said with a giggle. “Chris Hemsworth found that hilarious. “He was looking over and giggling when he saw the referees laughing at the girls when they faced each other in the final.” Ellie was aware of who was in the crowd watching. “One of them was a movie star that was watching us,” she said, before explaining why Jiu Jitsu is so much fun. “We train four nights a week and we learn lots of stuff. “We learn how to do chokes, how to submit
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people, and how to defend ourself. “I enjoy it, it’s really good fun. “We’re close sisters, but I want to try and get better than Abbie and win a gold medal myself.” Ellie is closing the gap on Abbie, but Leesa is most proud of how the girls handle themselves after a bout. “We have other coaches come up to us and tell us how good our girls carry themselves when they don’t win, especially Ellie, competing against her sister,” Leesa said. “They always end up fighting each other, which is hard for a parent to watch. “But ultimately, we just want them to have fun and we don’t want to push them too hard because they are only seven.
“It’s just so amazing what they’ve achieved at such a young age.” For dad Brett, learning Jiu Jitsu has a real purpose for his young girls. “It’s real, the girls can use the skills that they’re learning to defend themselves if they ever get into trouble,” he said. “Older kids train with them and can’t get on top of them, and it’s great to see the skills they have learned and put them into practice. “It’s a competitive environment, they’re trying to get better at something and that’s a positive thing to have as well.” Abbie and Ellie will return to the state championships in March, then the nationals, before returning to international competition later next year.
Model Mark stays true to his colours By David Nagel Cardinia Cricket Club junior Mark Adcock has exchanged the 22 yards of a cricket pitch for 30 metres of runway to recently take part in Melbourne Kidz Fashion Week. Mark, 12 - who has only been modelling for a year but has already notched up some impressive campaigns for clients including Cotton On, Smiggle and Huckleberry Lane was one of hundreds of young models who took to the stage. He is a keen cricket player and took to the stage wearing his full cricket uniform including the helmet that he sports when he plays for the Cardinia Bulls. “There are no under 14s or under 12s teams at Cardinia Bulls because there aren’t enough junior players,” he said. “I’d love for more kids my age to join the club and that’s why I’m taking to the runway 22 STAR NEWS
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in my cricket gear to show people what we’re about.” Hundreds of budding fashion designers descended on Melbourne’s iconic Meat Market to showcase outfits they created out of recycled plastic, cardboard and even chicken chip packets. Melbourne Kidz Fashion Week #UrStyle is the brainchild of Terri Svoronos who created the event to give participants the opportunity to choose their own clothes for the runway rather than having the choice made for them by fashion brands and retailers. They walked along a 30-metre-long runway at the event in front of an audience of 1000 including talent scouts and fashion buyers. Ms Svoronos said #UrStyle was all about kids being as creative as they wanted by se-
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lecting and making outfits from an array of styles including streetwear, dancewear, do it yourself (recyclable materials), formal, designer, Avant Garde and gothic. “I love flipping Kidz Fashion Week on its head every second year by throwing the ball to the children where they can approach their favourite brands and designers with their ideas for costumes and outfits,” she said. “It is such an empowering thing for them to do.” And Mark certainly made an impact on Ms Svoronos. “We’ve even got one kid coming along in his full cricket outfit to support his club as well as several who have come up with costumes using the packets from chicken chips, after I put out a challenge to the kids to create a costume out of my favourite snack,” she said.
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Lions and Cougars collide By David Nagel Undefeated ladder-leader Pakenham (0/17) will take a marginal advantage into day two after an absorbing battle with Clyde (203) at Toomuc Reserve. The Lions struggled to make early inroads, with Cougars openers Trevor Bauer (36) and Michael Vandort (44) sharing an 83-run partnership. But the introduction of off-spinning allrounder Jason Williams (5/66 off 27) soon changed the course of the contest. ‘Boof’ claimed both openers in quick succession, first having Bauer stumped by Rob Elston before Vandort was caught by Jordan Seers. Vandort – the Cougars gun recruit - has put together some more-than-useful knocks, scoring 29, 52, 0, 69, 50 and now 44 in his six visits to the middle. Jason Hameeteman (26), John Simpson (22) and Kane Avard (18) then batting the Cougars into a strong position at 5/164. But Williams and up-and-comer James Close (3/35 off 14) then went to work, taking 4/7 between them to have the visitors in all sorts of trouble at 9/171. Daniel Lever (17 not out) and Roshan Bandara (14) then posted a useful 32-run stand for the last wicket, with the full importance of that partnership still yet to be determined. Chris Smith (11 not out) and Elston (2 not out) will return as the not out batters at 1pm this Saturday. A five-wicket haul from speed-machine Brad Butler (5/38 off 19) has put reigning premier Tooradin (0/2) in the box seat against
Officer struggled against the pace of Brad Butler at Tooradin on Saturday. 308810 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS newly-promoted Officer (190). The Bullants were in control at 1/43, with Jaswinder Gill (36) and Jack James (18) standing firm, before Butler exploded with three quick wickets to turn the match on its head. A noted breakthrough specialist, Butler removed both James and Gill before knocking over the castle of Nick McLennan (0) for a second-ball duck. But the Bullants, now 4/56, fought back strongly with skipper Ash Smith (40) and Taj Beddows (34) showing great determination to
keep the Seagulls at bay. Smith would face 119 balls, with just one travelling to the ropes, while Beddows was equally circumspect in his 101-ball vigil. The pair worked hard, before Josh Lownds (2/35 off 13) removed both batters – once again in quick succession. Butler and Kallan Braid-Ball (2/45 off 15.2) then mopped up the lower order…leaving Aidan Pipicelli (34 not out) stranded. Jack Mannix (1 not out) and Lownds (0 not out) will begin the Seagulls’ quest for
victory this weekend. And Cardinia (270) is in the box seat after a good day with the bat against Kooweerup at Denhams Road. Only one player, Brad Reiner (0), failed to reach double figures as the Bulls batted out their allotted 80 overs. Only one player reached fifty, the in-form Bradey Welsh (67), but several significant contributions ensure a great battle will ensue on day two. Nathan Volpe (41), who handed back the reins to returning skipper Jake Prosser, played an important role, sharing a 68-run stand with Welsh after the Bulls had lost 4/30 to slip to a precarious 4/54. Welsh and Jacobus Hynes (25) then added further lustre with a 52-run partnership, while Leigh Paterson (22) and Prosser (16) helped the Bulls charge past the psychological 200run barrier. But the Bulls main hopes have been derived by the tail wagging in super-impressive fashion. The experienced Dean Henwood (37) and the emerging Josh Grogan (10 not out) gave the Bulls some real impetus heading into day-two with a potentially match-winning 44-run partnership for the last wicket. Kooweerup’s star recruit, Gamini Kumara (4/70), bowled beautifully for the Demons with four wickets and six maidens from his 28 overs of medium pace. Jess Mathers (2/59) returned to the fold with an impressive display from his 15 overs. In the final game of round six only four overs were bowled in the game between Carlisle Park and Merinda Park, with the game reverting to a one-day contest this Saturday.
Scanlan sets sights on President’s Cup in Egypt By David Nagel Berwick hot-shot Laetisha Scanlan will attempt to cap off a fantastic 2022 when she sets her sights on the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) President’s Cup in Egypt. The ISSF President’s Cup takes place from 28 November to 4 December in Cairo, with Scanlan one of only two Australian’s having been invited to compete. The top 12 ranked athletes in each Olympic event according to the 2022 World Ranking are invited to take part in the competition, with Catherine Skinner (World Number 4), and Scanlan (World Number 7) both invited to compete in the Women’s Trap Event. Winners of the President’s Cup will receive the Golden Target, the Best Athlete of the Year award. Scanlan, who won gold, silver and bronze medals in the ISSF World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan, in June, is excited to be taking part in the season-ending shootout. The former St Margaret’s student will take some good form into the event. “I’m thrilled to be invited to the President’s Cup this year,” Scanlan said. “Internationally, I started my season poorly so I was happy to pull out some form and
consistency towards the latter half of the year to put myself in the top 10. “I love competing against the top women in the world as it’s a constant challenge to perform at a high level. “I’m really looking forward to going to Egypt as it’s always been a country on my bucket list to visit.” Speaking on Australia’s involvement in the President’s Cup, Shooting Australia CEO Adam Sachs said both Skinner and Scanlan would do Australia proud. “Shooting Australia is delighted that two of our leading athletes’ performances have been recognised through their invitation to the Presidents Cup,” Sachs said. “We know they will represent Australia with pride as Catherine and Laetisha are provided this terrific opportunity to close out a successful 2022, before their attention returns to continuing on the road to Paris 2024” Scanlan, the defending champion, was denied the chance for back-to-back crowns at the Commonwealth Games, with shooting not part of the program in Birmingham earlier this year. But she may set her sights on the 2026 Commonwealth Games…to be held in her home state of Victoria.
Snipers ended the year on a high by claiming the SWGDL Division One premiership. 309349 Picture: SUPPLIED
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Snipers have had the last laugh in their ongoing battle with Just Social after taking out the South West Gippsland Dart League (SWGDL) Division One title at the Cardinia Club in Pakenham. The SWGDL hosts two seasons in the one calendar year, with Just Social emerging victorious in the Summer season which ended in early June. Just Social remained the dominant force during the Winter season, but Snipers pegged back that advantage in the latter rounds and progressed to the grand final with a major semi-final win just two weeks ago.
Just Social then proved too strong for Warriors in the preliminary final, setting up a mouth-watering last game of darts for the year. Snipers well and truly earned redemption, winning 8-4 in Tuesday night’s grand final to square the ledger with Just Social in a fitting finale to the year. It’s been a hugely successful period for the SWGDL, with the competition growing from eight to 10 teams for the Winter season. The SWGDL, who this week hosts its presentation night for both seasons, has plans on growing its competition by almost double at the beginning of 2023.
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FUTURE BUILDERS
Kylie: Centre Support manager
FUTURE PAINTERS
Jordan: Operations & HR Suport Manager
FUTURE FORMULA ONE DRIVERS FUTURE ENVIRONMENTALISTS
About children being children Our stunning, early learning centres offer a safe, fun and loving environment for your child/children to enjoy. FiRST early learning operate five centres across Melbourne and all services are carefully designed and created to provide high quality education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. We understand that the first 5 years of every child’s development and learning is of the upmost importance. We provide enthusiastic, qualified, experienced and loving educators together with Bachelor qualified kindergarten teachers that deliver the steps needed for quality educational curriculums to build and prepare your child for the next stages in
their lives. At FiRST, we lay the steppingstones to nurture, build, and develop secure and trusting relationships with our little learners and families. Every change, growth and milestone are celebrated and encouraged. Our environments are safe and stimulating, mixed with natural materials to offer the children exciting play spaces where they can build their creative thoughts and imaginations. No matter what age and ability your child is when they take their first steps into our classrooms, FiRST ensures that every child and family will feel welcome and happy in our home away from home environment.
Our educators understand each child as an individual with a range of needs, wants, interests, abilities and languages. FiRST will provide, encourage and further develop your child’s interests, ideas, theories, needs, sense of self and engage with your child in helping them to become the best they can be. We offer swimming lessons, bush and beach kinder, library visits, yoga, music, science, cooking, intergenerational visits with our older friends and much more. We are excited to offer an excellent service and we look forward to meeting you all. Please email info@fel.vic.edu.au
Learning through Play at FiRST FUTURE MARINE BIOLOGISTS
PAKENHAM 5922 2040
ENDEAVOUR HILLS HASTINGS 9700 1922 5979 2831
FRANKSTON SOUTH 9783 3390
NARRE WARREN NORTH 9123 4452
info@firstearlylearning.vic.edu.au
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