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ducing the frequency of potholes on this section of the Princes Freeway. A final layer of asphalt will be applied to all lanes in 2024 to further improve the road surface. The Princes Freeway right-hand lanes will be resurfaced as part of final surfacing works for all lanes in late 2024. Working day and night over two full weekends will allow the works to be completed sooner and more safely, with the added benefit of avoiding extended impacts on residents, businesses, and road users. While the closures are in place, detours will be available via Cardinia Road, the Princes Highway, McGregor Road, and Southeast Boulevard to make sure road users can get where
they need to go. There will be night-time construction held throughout these closures, with project crews monitoring noise levels to ensure they’re within acceptable limits. Delays of up to 25 minutes are expected, depending on the time you travel and your destination. Please consider your journeys during the work weekends and plan ahead as well as allow for extra travel time. The Pakenham Roads Upgrade aims to alleviate bottlenecks and create better connections to and from the Princes Freeway. The project includes: Upgrading the freeway interchanges at Healesville-Kooweerup Road, replacing both
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roundabouts with traffic lights. Building an extra bridge over the Princes Freeway at Healesville-Kooweerup Road to provide two lanes in each direction. Building new ramps to and from the Princes Freeway at McGregor Road. Adding an extra lane in each direction on the freeway between McGregor and HealesvilleKooweerup Roads to connect the entry and exit ramps between the two interchanges. Adding extra lanes on Healesville-Kooweerup Road between Peet Street and Southeast Boulevard/Livestock Way, so that it is two lanes in each direction. Stage 1 of the Pakenham Road Upgrade is expected to be completed by mid-2025.
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The Pakenham Roads Upgrade is set to improve 1.5km of the Princes Freeway in Pakenham with two weekend asphalting blitzes scheduled in November. Lanes on the Princes Freeway will close on two separate weekends between the Healesville-Kooweerup Road and McGregor Road interchanges in November, with outbound lanes closed over 10-13 November and inbound lanes closed over 24-27 November. These works will complete asphalting and line marking works to improve the road surface ahead of the new southern McGregor Road ramp opening in the coming months. These works will involve removing and replacing the existing road surface on the lefthand lanes and road shoulders in this section of the Princes Freeway to strengthen the asphalt in preparation for the new freeway lanes between the freeway ramps. Major Road Projects Victoria program director Brendan Pauwels said the works are designed to get the freeway surface more durable. “We’re carrying out two sets of weekend asphalting and line-marking works scheduled in November as part of works to improve your drive along the Princes Freeway in Pakenham,” Mr Pauwels said. “With the weekend-long blitzes, we can work throughout off-peak times to minimise disruptions on the Princes Freeway while we complete these important asphalting works.” The outbound carriageway will be closed between the McGregor Road and HealesvilleKooweerup Road interchanges from 7pm Friday 10 November to 5am Monday 13 November. The inbound carriageway will be closed between Healesville-Kooweerup Road and McGregor Road interchanges from 7pm Friday 24 November to 5am Monday 27 November. These works are weather-dependent and in the event of wet weather, will be rescheduled to take place in December. Once these works are completed, the new asphalt will be stronger and more durable, re-
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Lodge boasts new look By Matthew Sims When you step in the main room of the Pakenham Masonic Lodge, you can tell there is a deep history behind and beyond the walls. However, the current walls are relatively new, with the lodge having recently completed a $120,000 renovation and facelift. The renovations included a brand-new kitchen and new walls to repair rising damp. Worshipful Master of the Pakenham Lodge said the lodge was always welcome to new members. “The lodge itself is growing,” he said. “We’ve got some new guys that are amazing. “The guys in here are so dedicated.” Freemasonry is a fraternal organisation with links stretching back to the local guilds of stonemasons from the end of the 14th century, using rituals and symbolism to teach men to be the best versions of themselves. When you first enter the Pakenham Masonic Lodge, your eye could get drawn to the wooden ‘G’ hanging from the ceiling - representing ‘God’ or the ‘Grand Architect of the Universe’ - or the Bible on a pulpit - referred to as the ‘Volume of the Sacred Law’. Another eye-catching element are two stones or ‘ashlar’, one rough and one perfectly sculpted, said to serve as symbols of a man’s spiritual and moral life. Worshipful Master Hodder said the rituals each member must go through represent a transition. “It’s about a little bit of self-discipline and not taking everything for granted,” he said. While women are prohibited from joining the main meetings, widows of past members and wives are welcome to come along for a chat and dinner. Mr Hodder said the foundations of the organisation was on its history, its ceremonies and its strict rules, including that all members must attend meetings dressed in a black suit with gloves and a tie.
Pakenham Masonic Lodge Worshipful Master Barry Hodder. 369845 “The idea of all being dressed the same is that we’re all equal,” he said. “There’s a lot of history in the place.
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“I try to foster a family feel here.” The Pakenham Masonic Centre has also donated to a number of local schools and or-
The Pakenham lodge has a deep and storied history. 369845 ganisations with $7000 of donations per year. The Pakenham Masonic Lodge meets on the first Monday of every month from 7.30pm.
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Level crossing questions By Corey Everitt Eastern Victoria MP Renee Heath has called on the State Government to release the budget of Pakenham’s extensive level crossing removal projects, suggesting they may have been blown out. Ms Heath has called for transparency for Pakenham locals on the costings of the projects, asking in Parliament on Wednesday 1 November how “over-budget” are the “high spruiked” level crossing removals. “Families in Pakenham are fed up with government spending being splurged on anything other than cost-of-living relief,” Ms Heath said. “So please provide us with some transparency over how our taxpayer money is being used in this project.” Ms Heath raised the examples of highly contested projects such as the Metro Tunnel and North East Link which have been used to attack the State Government’s infrastructure management as their costs have jumped from original estimates. In January 2022, the State Government awarded an $844 million contract to the North Western Program Alliance, the organisation which oversees the Level Crossing Removal Project under the Major Transport Infrastructure Authority, for the removal of crossings at Main Street, McGregor Road and Racecourse Road in Pakenham and for the construction of stations at Pakenham and East Pakenham. A spokesperson for the State Government said the project is on budget. “We’re getting on with removing three dangerous and congested level crossings in Pakenham and building new stations at Pakenham and East Pakenham, with modern facilities for passengers,” they said. “Seventy-two level crossings are already gone for good, with 110 to be removed by 2030, delivering huge benefits across Melbourne including eased congestion and a boost in safety. The program is more than a year ahead of schedule and on budget.”
A local MP has asked for budget transparency on the ongoing works to removal Pakenham’s level crossings.
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What do you love about working as a journalist? Get fresh information through talking with different people. I used to believe everything was already up there online until I got into journalism. I think this is exactly the point of journalism: ask the right questions for people to speak out what they’ve been holding to themselves for ages. Let the unknown known. If you were an animal, what animal would you be? Cat. So I can ignore people all the time and still be loved. What would your last meal be? Fried pork buns with soy bean bubble tea. What has been your most memorable moment so far? Picking up my cute dog from the street after dreaming about having my own dog for the past decade. What was your favourite subject in school? English literature. What event, past or present, would you like to witness? I miss sports events all the time. I just wish I could be at every grand slam in New York, Paris, Wimbledon, and of course, Melbourne. Which five dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? It has always been torture for me to have dinner with someone I am not very familiar with. I would just invite five of my friends. What are you currently listening to/watching or reading? I just finished A Waiter in Paris by Edward Chisholm. It should be relatable for anyone who once worked in the hospitality. Dejà vu. I am reading Empire of Pain by Patrick Keefe right now. It’s about the notorious Sackler family who sabotaged the lives of nearly 645,000 people. Keefe is always my favourite journalist and I highly recommend all of his works. He’s a
THREE … Remembrance Day traditions Remembrance Day is this Saturday 11 November . Here are three timehonoured traditions practised by communities across the globe.
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master of combining facts and narratives. If you had to compete on Masterchef, what dish would you cook? Well, I’ve never watched Masterchef. Believe it or not. Where is your dream holiday destination? Romania. I would love to visit on a yearly basis.
What three words would your friends use to describe you? Looks forever 19. What would you do on your perfect ‘day off’? Encourage my partner or my friends to take a day off on Friday as well so we can hit the road and camp in the mountain for a long weekend.
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Respecting the minute’s silence Every year, communities across the world fall silent for one minute at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month to remember those who have served their country during war.
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Wearing a red poppy The Flanders poppy was one of the first plants to grow on the battlefields of France and Belgium. After WWI, silk poppies were sold on Armistice Day with proceeds going to a charity for French children and to the Returned Soldiers League (RSL).
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Flying flags at half-mast On Remembrance Day, flags are flown at half-mast from 10.30am to 11.03am as a sign of mourning and respect. It is said that this tradition stems from sailing ships which lowered their sails at sea to honour an important person or mark a death. There are a number of rules associated with flying the Australian flag at half-mast, including that flags must never be flown at half-mast at night.
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Concerns over childcare By Ethan Benedicto A proposal for a 125-place childcare centre that would replace three residential properties in Doveton is set to be decided. With an estimated cost of $5 million, the three-storey building will replace singlestorey houses at 40, 42 and 44 Power Road in Doveton. Noel Johnston, an 89-year-old pensioner who lives behind the proposed site, had spoken out against the project on behalf of his neighbours, with one of their main concerns being the noise. Residing on Oleander Street, Mr Johnston
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lives right across from a playground and is not keen on another behind him. “There are nine units here who don’t want it, we’re mostly pensioners and none of us want it behind us. “We’ve already got a playground with kids yelling and screaming, now we’re going to have a centre behind us doing the same thing,” Mr Johnston said. The proponent Smart Planning and Design outlined in its application document that the childcare centre would be an essential service for the local community. With the ability to cater for a maximum of 125 children until the age of five, it allows par-
ents an alternative from the other centres as well as employment opportunities. Traffic was the other factor that Mr Johnston said should be considered, saying that Power Road is “one of the busiest roads in the area”. “They’re going to build a childcare centre essentially in the middle of it, it’s dangerous for the kids coming in and out.” While the planning application has asssured there would be on-site car parks, it also highlighted the proximity of public transport routes that would reduce car dependency. Another concern Mr Johnston raised was
the difficulty for those without access to computers to lodge a complaint against the planning application. “They won’t give us copies because they said to just look at the computers, but we haven’t got computers. “And when we wanted to know more they asked us to come down to the council, but we’ve got walkers and walking sticks, half of us can’t even walk,” Mr Johnston said. As it stands, the application’s advertising process was completed on 6 November and is currently waiting for the final outcome.
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Assistant manager Lauren, swimming teacher Mel, swimming teacher Belinda, life guard coordinator Brittany, and aquatics coordinator Jasmine are Picture: ROB CAREW ready for the upcoming four-week water safety program. 371316
Water safety focus By Violet Li Casey RACE, the YMCA-managed water recreation and aquatic centre in Cranbourne East, is introducing a four-week water safety program for women in the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community with little or no water experience. Currently, swim teachers in Casey RACE provide education for women and their children every Saturday night with informal teaching which focuses on teaching a basic understanding of water safety behaviours. Starting on Saturday 11 November, the new program will extend the existing informal sessions into a more structured module, making participants more self-assured in their water
skills and safety awareness. The curriculum includes important lessons on water safety, the role of a lifeguard, understanding swimming equipment, and maintaining vigilance for children’s safety. Aquatics Program Lead at Casey RACE Lauren Weeding said it is clear there is a need for structured learning beyond just facilitating space for swimming from their observations and interaction on the women-only swim nights. “I recalled seeing a young girl in the deeper end of the pool trying to float, and I stepped in to teach her the correct way. This made me realise we weren’t just opening a space, we needed to create a safer environment,” she said. “The goal of this program is to educate women and their families in preparation for a
hot summer. We aim to make the water a safer space for everyone, within Casey RACE and beyond. “It’s a groundbreaking move, helping to fill the void of adult water safety programs, particularly for cultural groups that are most at risk.” Casey RACE said they hope to continue building on this program and run this course regularly to empower more women and transform lives by offering valuable water safety skills. The program will run from Saturday 11 November to Saturday 2 December every Saturday from 8.30pm at Casey RACE, 65 BerwickCranbourne Road, Cranbourne East. For more information, phone Casey RACE on 5990 8600.
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The Cardinia Foundation is launching a Christmas Appeal along with a quick response grant round to help those in need during this holiday season. The Cardinia Foundation is asking the community to join their Share the Joy Christmas Appeal by donating and fundraising to make sure no local is left behind this year. By donating to the Cardinia Foundation, you’re supporting a network of charities and community organisations that work tirelessly to improve the lives of others. Your donation will have a ripple effect, reaching those who need it most, not just during the holidays, but also into the future. You can either donate directly or by starting your own fundraiser on the foundation’s behalf where you think of your creative ways, from Secret Santas to morning teas, to support the community and spread the holiday spirit. Supporting the Cardinia Foundation means you support the ongoing work to help those in need in the community. Along with the appeal, the foundation is giving out Christmas grants which go to local charities to increase the number of hampers, gifts and lunches that will go to Cardinia residents. Charities working in Cardinia Shire who applied may recieve up to $2000 to help them help others, this Christmas. Applications closed on Wednesday 1 November, and recipients will be announced at a later date. If you wish to donate or raise funds for the Cardinia Foundation’s Share the Joy Christmas Appeal, you can do so at cardinia-foundation.grassrootz.com/christmas-appeal-2023-share-the-joy
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SOCIALLY SPEAKING Golfers will soon tee off again at Deep Creek. The council has found a new operator for the reserve to bring back Pakenham’s top spot for golfing. Here’s what our readers had to say.
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Lynbrook resident Esther Keji has been collecting bottles for five months for Victoria’s container deposit scheme to support Pictures: STEWART CHAMBERS her child-focused charity. 370864
Esther said $6 could feed a child in Africa for a month.
Bottles to help fund school By Violet Li Anyone would be awed by the mountains of black plastic bags with thousands of bottles in Esther Keji’s backyard in Lynbrook. The single mum of two children originally from Uganda started collecting recycling materials like water bottles and cans about five months ago when the State Government announced its container deposit scheme. Under the scheme, Victorians are rewarded 10 cents for each eligible can, carton, and bottle they return. Esther has always believed in the importance of looking after the environment and she reckoned it would be a great opportunity to teach the young children how to recycle things. A quest for bottles set sail.
She reached out to her Lynbrook communities in early stages of events like wedding, parties, and any kind of celebration. Gradually, the households would collect bottles in their homes and drop bags at Esther’s doorstep. People would often ask Esther what she was going to do with the money and her answer would constantly be convincing and powerful. “I run a small charity and all the money I raise from the scheme will be used to build a school in the refugee camps in Uganda to cater for the educational needs of the children,” she said. “And after hearing these words, at any event, there is always someone who will think of Esther.” Paulino Loro Foundation is named after Esther’s late husband, a South Sudanese man
who migrated to Australia as a refugee in 2001. As a man who held firm belief in giving back to the community, he intended to establish a foundation to support children in the refugee camps in Uganda, but misfortune hit first in 2016 when he was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer and passed away not long after. His family decided to make the foundation his legacy to support vulnerable and disadvantaged children in Northern Uganda refugee camps and host communities, East Africa, and locally in Australia in general. “We have the foundation choir every Friday in Lynbrook Community Centre and they perform in events in Lynbrook and its neighbourhood,” Esther said as the chief executive officer. “When we raise money, we also support
Cancer Council Victoria because I lost my husband through cancer, and I know what many families are going through. “Some are still fighting to the end. And we always look to a hope that one day they might have a cure for cancer.” Paulino Loro Foundation is now supporting 55 children in different schools with more on the waiting list. Esther said six dollars could feed a child in Africa for a month. “So if I sell those bottles, I may get around $200 and it will be enough to feed more children for months,” she said. “I just want to thank my communities for donating these bottles to support our charity.” She is planning to go to Uganda in January next year to make sure the construction of the school is going well.
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Don’t ignore screening kit By Violet Li Cranbourne resident Peter Sellers has been encouraging Australians aged 50 to 74 to use the free at-home bowel cancer screening kit amid a declining participation rate. Peter was diagnosed with bowel cancer three years ago with the toolkit and since then, he has joined Cancer Council and the Australian Government’s National Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (NBCSP) awareness campaign. Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is Australia’s second deadliest cancer and the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer, according to Cancer Council Australia. The risk of developing bowel cancers increases significantly and progressively from age 50, while the number of Australians under age 50 diagnosed with bowel cancer has been rising steadily. People may not have any symptoms during the early stages of bowel cancer, which is why Peter said taking the screening kit was very important. People aged 50 to 74 are sent a pack of toolkit every two years as part of the NBSCP, yet Peter did not use it until age 64. “I feel good. Why do I have to do all this?” he said. “Then it just happened. There is no symptom, and there is nothing in the family of bowel cancer. “When I had my data and my results back, all my friends who are at my age got the testing done straight away.” Peter believed the earlier you test yourself, the better. He was in stage 2 when he was diagnosed and all he had was a five-hour surgery. The recovery took about eight to 10 weeks as the operation wasn’t invasive to his body. As stated by Bowel Cancer Australia, almost
99 per cent of bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully when detected early. Peter felt compelled to promote the awareness after he read on the news that fewer and fewer people are getting the test done. “I wouldn’t be here today if it if I didn’t do it,” he said. Each year, the Australian Government offers free screening kits to more than six million Australians through the NBCSP. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare found that in 2020-2021, around 40 per cent of people aged 50 to 74 who were invited to screen participated. In Victoria, about 44 per cent of the eligible aged 50 to 74 took part in the program, a decrease from 46.5 per cent in 2019-2020. Health Minister Mark Butler said raising the participation rate to 60 per cent would save 84,000 lives by 2040. “Please put the test somewhere visible like the bathroom as a reminder. Doing the test as soon as you get it could save your life,” he said. Cancer Council Australia chief executive officer Professor Tanya Buchanan said they wanted Australians to continue to enjoy life to the fullest after they turn 50. “Staying on top of preventative health screening, including bowel screening, is one of the best ways to be able to enjoy the special milestone moments life has to offer,” she said. Peter travelled to Bali and America with his families after the recovery and the Covid. Up til this day, he still insists he has been one of the lucky people who survived the bowel cancer without hurting too much. “If you forget to check, do the testing,” he said. “It saves your life.” For more information on NBCSP, visit cancer.org.au/bowelscreening
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Story set in stone The Australian War Memorial this year unveiled a sculpture of Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel AO, MBE, ARRC, ED, in the grounds of the Australian War Memorial, the first of an individual nurse or woman. This sculpture stands as a constant reminder of her exceptional military service and importance to the story of Australian nursing. A collaborative project with the Australian College of Nursing, the sculpture recognises not only Bullwinkel, but all Australian nurses who have lost their lives, survived atrocities or made sacrifices while serving their country. “I’m inspired by the thought that generations of children to come will see a figure in bronze of a nurse and midwife at the Australian War Memorial,” Australian College of Nursing CEO, Adjunct Professor Kylie Ward, FACN, FACHSM, Wharton Fellow, GAICD, said. “The sculpture will be a powerful and longlasting symbol of nurses’ selfless service to Australia and its citizens whether in war or in peace.” Dr Charles Robb, a Brisbane-based artist, was chosen to create the work through an invitation design submission. Robb’s work tells more than just Bullwinkel’s personal story, but has captured the challenges and accomplishments of all Australian nurses. “I’ve had the joy of spending the last few years spending time with and obviously working on the sculpture but also researching into Vivian’s awe-inspiring life,” Dr Robb said. “The key thing that I wanted to achieve was to capture a likeness and a sense of the way she carried herself in the world. This quite strong
Reflect time As a mark of respect to those who have died and suffered, Australians are encouraged to pause at 11am on November 11 to observe one minute’s silence and reflect on the loss and suffering caused by war. The idea of one minute’s silence was first suggested in a letter published in the London Evening News of 8 May 1919 by Edward George Honey, an Australian journalist working in london, who proposed “five silent minutes of national remembrance” as a tribute to the war dead. King George V tested the practicality of five minutes’ silence, and issued a proclamation on 7 November 1919 which called for two minutes’ silence. At 11am on 11 November 1919, Australians paused for the first time in silent tribute to the members of the 1st Australian Imperial Force (AIF) who had died in the First World War. In 1997, the Governor-General issued a proclamation urging all australians to observe the one minute silence on Remembrance Day. Traditionally, poppies are worn on Remembrance Day. The tradition has its origins in a poem written in 1915 by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, who was inspired by the thousands of red poppies that grew across the battlefields of the Western Front.
The sculpture will be a powerful and long-lasting symbol of nurses’ selfless service to Australia and its citizens whether in war or in peace. and self-contained individual while reflecting the perseverance that drove her.” The sculpture includes 22 inlaid stainless steel discs reflecting the 22 victims of the Banka Island Massacre. The discs are arranged at the base of the sculpture as a reflection of the stars that would have been visible in the night sky on 16 February 1942. Australian War Memorial Director, Matt Anderson said: “We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to commemorate Vivian Bullwinkel.” “Vivian’s name should be renowned in ev-
ery Australian household, as should the story of her inspirational life as a courageous leader, a proud nurse and the first woman to serve on the Council of the Australian War Memorial.” Head of art at the Australian War Memorial, Laura Webster, said: “Charles Robb has created a truly moving sculpture that represents the strength, kindness and warmth that comes across from reading about her incredible life.” “Vivian Bullwinkel’s story is now set permanently in bronze at the Australian War Memorial.”
Unforgettable tribute: Kokoda Legacy event returns pants have compelled its return. Set to take place on the hallowed grounds of Kokoda Barracks on Saturday, November 11, 2023, Remembrance Day, the event will commence from the Canungra Area Golf Club. Anticipating the participation of approximately 1,500 individuals, this unique experience grants exclusive access to Kokoda Barracks—a privilege not granted to the general public at any other time. Doug Henderson, the founder of the Kokoda Youth Foundation and a Vietnam Veteran, spoke of the decision to resurrect Kokoda Legacy for one final year. “We are honoured to commemorate Legacy Australia’s centenary with the return of the Kokoda Legacy event,” he declared. “The Kokoda Legacy event not only provided invaluable support to our local youth programs but also contributed significantly to the outstanding efforts of Legacy Gold Coast
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within our community.” Craig Kingston, president of the Gold Coast Legacy club, expressed his delight at the event’s revival. “Last year, the money raised enabled us to provide vital assistance to over 1,100 Gold Coast families of veterans of the Australian Defence Force who have given their lives or health for their country,” he said. “We were able to provide services like home visits, bus trips, advocating for entitlements, educational/social/financial support and holiday camps for our Legacy children following the support of the community through the Kokoda Legacy event.” This year’s Kokoda Legacy promises to be an unforgettable tribute, combining physical challenges with heartfelt remembrance—a fitting way to honour the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of their country.
Featuring course options of 5km, 10km, 20km, or 30km, there’s a distance suitable for every fitness level. Plus, children under the age of eight can join for free, while registration fees begin at just $20. Don’t miss your chance to be part of history and contribute to these noble causes as we come together to commemorate our heroes. Kokoda Legacy Event date: Saturday November 11, Remembrance Day 2023. Distances: 5km Remembrance Walk or 10km, 20km or 30km hike/trail run. Registration costs: kids under eight can participate in the 5km Remembrance Walk free, entry fees start from $20. Start and location: All distances will start at Canungra Area Golf Club; 5km Remembrance Walk will start at 11am; 10km, 20km and 30km will start at 7am. Website: kokodachallenge.com/legacy
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After an overwhelming response and unrelenting requests from passionate participants, the renowned Kokoda Legacy event makes a triumphant return to Canungra’s Kokoda Barracks this Remembrance Day. This extraordinary event, orchestrated by the Kokoda Youth Foundation, first emerged in 2022 as a heartfelt tribute to the 80th anniversary of the 1942 Kokoda Campaign, returning this year in celebration of the centenary of Legacy Australia. In 2022, the Kokoda Legacy event proved to be a remarkable success, raising a substantial $47,820.97 for each of its beneficiary organisations, the Kokoda Youth Foundation and Gold Coast Legacy. Both these local charities are steadfastly committed to transforming the lives of individuals within the Gold Coast community. Originally conceived as a one-time affair, the event’s resounding success and the impassioned pleas of its dedicated partici-
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Local events Finding the missing piece By Tyler Wright Remembrance Day is this Saturday 11 November. Several events are being held at 11am for locals to gather and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Pakenham Pakenham RSL will be holding a service at the cenotaph at 11am. The RSL advises people to arrive at 10.45am. Berwick Berwick RSL will hold their service at the Berwick cenotaph on High Street, starting at 10.45am. Kooweerup Kooweerup & District RSL is holding a service at the cenotaph in Cochrane Park at 11am. The RSL also asks attendees to arrive by 10.45am. Upper Beaconsfield A service will be held at 11am by the Upper Beaconsfield RSL at the cenotaph in town. The RSL says it will just be a service - no catering involved. Bunyip Bunyip RSL will be hosting a service at the cenotaph on Main Street starting at 10.45am. Emerald Emerald will be covered in poppies from 1 November as is tradition. The Remembrance Day service will be held at Anzac Place commencing at 10.30am. Cockatoo The Remembrance Day service will be held at the Cockatoo RSL commencing at 10.15am, with a minute’s silence at 11am.
Many services across Cardinia Shire are being held which residents can attend this Saturday. Gembrook A service will be held at Remembrance Park on Gembrook Road at 10.45am. People are invited to go back to the club rooms after the service for light refreshments. Lang Lang Lang Lang RSL will be hosting a short service at the Lang Lang cenotaph, attendees should arrive by 10.45am
The Emerald RSL is on the hunt for information after the images of three servicemen were left in the organisation’s poppy collection. RSL member Christine Weller was sorting through the collection in preparation for Remembrance Day when she came across the photos of the men attached to three poppies, with the person who donated them still unknown. “I looked on the back and I felt sick because it had their names and where they served,” Ms Weller said. “Beautiful black and white shots of men who went away to war. “None of them, as far as we know, were killed over there; just the fact that someone had bothered to put them on the back of poppies, and then crocheted them into them and gave them to us.” Leading Aircraftman P.J Threlfall, Trooper J.H Searle of the eighth Light Horse in the First Australian Imperial Force, and Private LJ Searle from the second Australian Imperial Force are all pictured on the poppies. Local historians Jan Shaw and Chris A’Vard have discovered that the Searles, believed to be father and son, came from around the Brighton area and later Kangaroo Flat, according to Ms Weller. L.J. (Leslie Joshua) Searle, who served in the Second World War, was born in Bentleigh in 1922.
Christine Weller is looking for the person who knitted three poppies with the images of three servicemen. 370666 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS He married Wilma Read in 1959, and lived in Kangaroo Flat for most of his life until his death in 2000. J.H (Joshua Henry) Searle, the father of Leslie, is believed to have been born in 1895 in Moorabbin. Joshua married Beryl Angus in 1921 and the pair lived in and around the Brighton area before moving to Kangaroo Flat. Joshua died in 1974. Details of the life of the third man - D.K. Threlfall - are still unknown. Ms Weller is looking for whoever knitted the poppies. Anyone with information on who knitted the poppies, or the men pictured, can contact Ms Weller via email at christine@cwcreative.com.au
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Election changes looming By Violet Li and Emma Xerri A proposed election reform has floated the idea of more Casey councillors, which advocates say would help manage population growth and mitigate donkey voting. The State-appointed Electoral Representation Advisory Panel (ERAP) is conducting a review of Casey Council’s electoral structure under the Local Government Act 2020. The Act stipulates all metropolitan city councils must have single-councillor ward electoral structures. It also requires each ward must have an approximately equal number of voters per councillor within plus or minus 10 per cent of the average. Casey Council - which has been governed by administrators rather than councillors since 2020 - currently sits on six wards with a total of 11 councillors. The next councillor elections are scheduled for 2024. In ERAP’s preliminary report, three models have been proposed for the number of councillors and wards. Model One and Two use 11 single-councillor wards with different criteria to define the boundaries, while Model Three has 12 singlecouncillor wards and adopts mainly road and rail infrastructure as ward boundaries. Hampton Park resident Garry Page, who stood for council in 2016, has rejected the 11-councillor consideration and endorsed the 12-councillor model in his 34-page submission. He stated for population reasons alone there should be 12 councillors. The City of Casey 2019-20 Representation Review Final Report found 12 councillors were required to represent 223,917 voters with an average of 18,660 voters per councillor at the time of the writing, though the recommenda-
Steve Beardon is arguing for measures to tackle donkey voting at the next Casey Council election. tion was never adopted due to the dismissal of the councillors in 2020. Now, with 252,670 voters, Mr Page believed downgrading to 11 councillors would represent a step backward with an increase to an average of 22,970 voters. “Therefore, the current population for the City of Casey should actually be 12 councillors for 252,670 electors or an average of 21,056 electors per councillor,” he stated. “It was disappointing to see with an even higher Casey population that the ERAP has chosen to now examine a reduction to 11 councillors. “The current population of Casey is 365,239 with a forecast growth of 2.8 per cent annually. Given this growth, the workload of councillors can only increase over the life of the council.” IBAC’s Operation Sandon Special Report identified councillors’ lack of preparedness for Casey meetings.
The submission also pointed out that an appropriate number of 12 councillors could moderate the impact of donkey voting on the council election results. Donkey voting refers to the act of numbering the candidates in the order they appear on the ballot paper. It can also happen in reverse. According to an academic’s statistical analysis of Victorian local government elections from 2008 to 2021, candidates at the number one position would have 45 per cent more chances of being elected than would be otherwise expected in fields of five or more candidates, Mr Page submitted. The impact of donkey voting would become more pronounced with a larger number of candidates. The submitted statistics further highlighted that for elections with 10 or more candidates, those at the first position would be 80 per cent more likely to be elected than those randomly selected in the sixth spot. This meant fewer electors were needed to successfully elect the first candidate compared to electors who preferred the sixth position candidate, which according to Mr Page, shredded the one vote, one value principle that made sure every person’s vote counts equally. He stated therefore increasing the number of wards had the effect of distributing candidates across a wider scale. “This change on average reduces the field [number] of candidates standing in a single ward at a general election. Reducing the candidate fields [numbers] on average has the positive impact of lowering donkey votes. “Increasing the number of councillors for 2024 to reduce the impact of a donkey vote provides a direct benefit to achieving a result closer to the one vote, one value principle.”
The statistics analysis in the submission has not yet been reviewed by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC). Mr Page said he had raised the donkey voting issue to the government before, but with no result. He expected a similar limited response for this time. “If the VEC does not accept my calculations and an academic hasn’t published a paper on this donkey voting issue, then there will be no response in parliament to my submissions,” he said. Former Casey councillor Steve Beardon agreed with Mr Page in regard to the undermining of one vote, one value principle. Rather than expressing support for any of the models provided in his submission, he proposed improved methods for ensuring fairness across voting. “Council ballot papers need be printed randomly to ensure no individual candidate benefits by drawing the top spot,” he wrote. “Currently they are all printed identically. “This gives one candidate the significant advantage of the donkey vote. That scenario is contrary to fair and equal elections.” Mr Page submitted Victoria should employ the Robson Rotation system used in the ACT and Tasmania where each ballot paper contains a different permutation of candidates to minimise the impact of donkey voting. The City of Casey Council Electoral Structure Review is accepting submissions until 5pm 22 November. A public hearing will be held following the response submission period for submitters who request to speak. To make a submission, visit submissions. vec.vic.gov.au/council/544
Thousands attend festival as Diwali lights up Berwick More than 10,000 people enjoyed a spectacular display of fireworks, live entertainment and rides as part of Diwali Festival celebrations in Berwick on Sunday 5 November. Organised by The Bright Events and held at Federation University’s Berwick campus, the festival also included kids entertainment and a variety of food stalls and market stalls. Otherwise known as Dipawali or the Festival of Lights, Diwali is India’s biggest and most important holiday of the year and important to all Hindus. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolise the inner light which protects them from spiritual darkness.
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By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Pearcedale dad who stashed guns in his bedroom while under a firearm prohibition order has been jailed. Brett Audsley, 43 at the time, pleaded guilty in the County Court of Victoria to multiple firearms and ammunition charges including insecurely storing the guns. He also pled to cultivating 13 cannabis plants and possessing illegal fireworks, a dagger weapon and 30 grams of ice for personal use. During a police search on 3 February, police found a loaded .32 calibre revolver with loose rounds in his bedside drawer and a five-shot revolver in a tall boy drawer. At the time, he was subject to a 10-year firearm prohibition order from 2020. Judge Trevor Wraight said Audsley’s heavy drug addiction, access to a loaded gun and his violent history created a “dangerous combination of circumstances”. Audsley grew up in Springvale in a “tumultuous”, violent and neglectful home, with his father cooking meth for bikie gangs, the court heard. As a child, Audsley would play with his dad’s handguns and was exposed to criminal activity such as cannabis and stolen vehicles stored at his home, it was noted. He’d used various drugs since his teens, including becoming addicted to Xanax while recovering from a car crash. According to a psychologist, Audsley was at a point of his life where he was determined to be drug and crime free. He was also becoming open to discussing his childhood traumas. He’d reportedly performed well during his previous parole period in 2020. Judge Wraight noted Audsley’s desire to reform and rated his rehabilitation prospects as “reasonable”.
Judge Trevor Wraight noted Brett Audsley’s desire to reform and rated his rehabilitation prospects as “reasonable”. Picture: CON CHRONIS/AAP However, a “strong message” also needed to be sent for breaching firearm prohibition orders – which were designed to keep the community safe from gun-related violence. Audsley’s long, relevant criminal record and
the seriousness of offending were also a factor. He was jailed for two years and nine months, with an 18-month non-parole period. His term includes 272 days in pre-sentence detention.
Berwick MP Brad Battin spear-headed a last ditch effort by the opposition to stop the State Government’s decriminalisation of public drunkenness which came into effect this month. State Parliament returned from a week-long break from sitting on Tuesday 31 October, just a week before the decriminalising public intoxication in Victoria was to take effect. Mr Battin took the small window of opportunity to introduce a bill to repeal the new laws. As Shadow Minister for Police, Mr Battin has led the opposition’s criticisms against the new decriminalisation, arguing the State Government has not taken the proper preparation to keep people safe from harm when police no longer have the power to take the intoxicated into custody. The key argument to the urgent attempt to repeal was that the laws would come into effect on Melbourne Cup Day. “Its reform is not ready to go,” Mr Battin said on the motion. Allowing Mr Battin to introduce this repeal bill after years of debate over the issue was firmly opposed by the State Government. Yan Yean MP Lauren Kathage said: “We have passed the legislation, and now we have got other legislation that we want to get through the house – important matters concerning transport, kinder and the circular economy and our environment, things that matter to Victorians, not things that are invented by a local doomsday cult to panic Victorians.” Mr Battin’s motion to introduce the repeal bill to Parliament was defeated with 26 members for and 49 members against.
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Truckload of Lego found By Kaitlyn Offer, Aap A mountain of Lego found in a Casey drug raid was so large police needed a truck to seize it. The 1130 boxes worth more than $200,000 were discovered on Tuesday alongside a meth lab and boxes of gemstones at a Botanic Ridge house. Police said there were so many boxes of the plastic building blocks that a truck would be
needed to transport them. A 36-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were arrested with the man charged with trafficking, proceeds of crime and firearms offences. He was also charged with possessing a wi-fi jammer, possessing ecstasy and failing to answer bail. He appeared at Melbourne Magistrates
Court on Wednesday and was remanded to reappear in February. The woman was released without charge. “It’s not unusual for police to seize a range of different items from a property as part of an investigation like this, however this is more often drugs or cash,” Detective Inspector Anthony Vella said. “This is the first time our detectives have
seized a Lego collection - let alone one so large that it requires specific transportation to remove it.” Det Insp Vella described the lab set-up as large and capable of producing a significant amount of drugs, particularly methamphetamine. Police will allege the Lego and gemstones are proceeds of crime.
Siege operation ends in arrest in Narre Warren South Police arrested a 51-year-old Narre Warren man in Narre Warren South on Friday 3 November, after a dramatic siege operation involving a number of road closures and attendance by Special Operations Group members. Officers attended a residence at about 1pm to conduct a welfare check on a man, allegedly in possession of a firearm, only to find the man had left prior in a car.
The man was located by police in Berwick Springs Promenade and was arrested at about 3.40pm. The 51-year-old was conveyed to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries sustained during the arrest. He was under police guard and was expected to be interviewed by police at a later date.
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Podcast looks at climate-resilient farming practices Farmers in the Port Phillip and Western Port Catchment are taking proactive steps to adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. To promote climate-resilient farming practices, Melbourne Water is teaming up with local farming communities and agriculture experts to launch a new three-part podcast series titled Ag-Resilience. The Ag-Resilience podcast series hosted by Sustainable Agriculture facilitator at Melbourne Water Karen Thomas, aims to provide farmers with valuable information and strategies to help them transition towards low emission and biodiversity friendly farming. Karen Thomas said: “Through these interviews with renowned researchers and awardwinning scientists, the series offers sciencebased insights and practical advice to farmers, bringing them closer to achieving a climatesmart farm by 2050.” The first episode of the Ag-Resilience podcast delves into the importance of climate-resilient farming practices and the benefits they bring to both farmers and the environment. Dr Martino Malerba, a respected authority in the field, shares his extensive knowledge and expertise on how farm dam management can help in reducing methane emissions, increasing biodiversity, maintaining water security, and enhancing community wellbeing. The second episode in the series features Jessica Kelley, a Masters in Ecology student at LaTrobe University. Jessica is conducting ground-breaking research on the potential for insectivorous birds (species feeding on insects, spiders, and other 14 STAR NEWS
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Top tips to manage cash TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH According to the National Australia Bank, business confidence has remained flat for the third straight month in a row and with confidence even worse in the two previous months, it remains overall well below average. With so much global volatility at the moment, there would appear to be little prospective of confidence rising much over the coming months and this level of uncertainty is likely to translate into a lack of investment and spending. This is not great news for businesses, especially small ones, many of whom are already doing it tough at present. The need to manage cash effectively therefore is now more important than ever, so here are five top tips for doing this: Determine why cash is low The first thing to understand is what is happening and why. One approach is to pull out your bank statements over the past 6-12 months and note down the ending balance for each month. Look at the trend – if you have been fairly stable over this time, what has changed recently but if you have been in gradual decline, the time to act is now. A cashflow forecast also really helps here. Maximise income Keep track of what you are owed (debtors) and actively follow up to collect as much as you can even if just part payments. Review your existing stock and see what could be converted to cash immediately. Consider offering customers preferential pricing options for upfront cash payments. Another possibil-
Keep track of what you are owed and actively follow up to collect as much as you can, even if just part payments. Picture: CAMPAIGN CREATORS ON UNSPLASH ity is to consider what is known as ‘Debtor Finance’, ‘Invoice Finance’ or ‘Receivables Finance’. In this scheme a finance company lends money using client invoices as collateral. The lender pays the business a percentage
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stand your financials (Xero, MYOB, Quickbooks or Excel – if you don’t have one, you need one!) and divide your expenses up into three groups: Staff Costs (wages, super, payroll tax, etc), Fixed Overheads (things you can’t easily or quickly change, e.g. rent, rates, lease payments, etc) and Variable Overheads (phone bills, marketing, training etc). The last one will be the easiest to reduce costs on but if things are really serious, you may also need to look at the Staff Costs as they will typically be your largest outgoing. Investigate cheaper suppliers but be careful not to compromise on the quality and value of what you provide. Communicate with creditors If things are so tough that you will have problems paying your bills, then make sure that you communicate with those to whom you owe money. You may be able to negotiate new payment terms, payment plans or even reduced charges. This is especially true if you have a tax debt - always talk to the ATO. They are very understanding of companies doing it tough and who communicate upfront; don’t expect much sympathy if you default without notice. Prepare a cash-flow forecast Companies who do this tend not to experience major cash-flow issues since a well-developed forecast will provide early warning of any potential problems. This needs to necessarily consider when the cash associated with the invoices will actually hit the bank account so delinquent payers should be factored in! Bear in mind that unlike a P&L, your cashflow will include GST, BAS and IAS payments and should always be reconciled with your bank statement at regular intervals. You don’t need to manage this to the nearest dollar but better to be conservative to avoid surprises. Ian Ash ACC, AInstIB Managing director OrgMent Business Solutions - ombs.com.au
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Tribute to show mainstays Dandenong Show lost one of its “institutions” in Jack Rae OAM last December. Rae, 94, was one of many great, highly-regarded stalwarts for the show that died in the past 12 months. Others included past presidents John Crichton, Joan Goffin and Ken Masters, as well as exhibition steward Margaret Murray and PA organiser Gary Mortlake. Long-standing member John Follett fondly remembers this cast of community-minded servants: “That’s life. All we can do is appreciate that we’ve known them. “And appreciate they were part of your life.” The fact that the show has survived 151 years is testament to these late contributors, he says. Crichton, who served as president in 1997, was described as a “very valued member” of the show’s society, who organised sponsorship including for its former athletics event. A show life member, Crichton started as a barman at the Show. Follett recalls how his then-young sons trying to get the attention of Crichton to get a drink of lemonade. The bar is still there, but not used for the same purpose now. Crichton was also involved in numerous groups in Dandenong, including the Dandenong and District Historical Society, baseball and the Festival of Music and Art for Youth. Meanwhile, Goffin, a 1994 president and life member, and her husband Len were associated with the much-loved dog exhibits. President in 1979 and life member, Masters was long involved in show security, looking after the Greaves Reserve gates. A banker by trade, he was instrumental in initiating funding for the Show Society’s administrative building at the showgrounds. Before that, the society meetings were held in various venues around Dandenong, Follet says. Arts and crafts section organiser Murray was also involved in the show for about 30 years. Her descendants are still associated with the show. Mortlake was the show’s “PA man”, who took over from stalwart Robbie Williams as announcer at Dandenong, Berwick, Warragul, Bunyip, Lang Lang, Buckham, Yarram and Foster shows. The same business is looking after this year’s Dandy Show. And as for Rae, he was regarded as a legend that spanned not just Dandenong Show for 70 years but the show scene across Australia. He served as president in 1957 and 1985, as well as a long-standing committee member and steward. According to his friend John Follett, Rae had “exceptional” judgement of animals, and got involved in every section of the show “whether it was horses, sheep, cattle, arts and crafts”. “He has been a major person in my life.” Show committee member Graeme Marriott describes Rae as an “institution of the Dan16 STAR NEWS
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committee as an 18-year-old following in the footsteps of his father, George. And remained there for 70-plus years helping to organise each annual show. The fourth-generation cattle farmer was a former show president in 1957 and 1985. He is a life member of the Dandenong and Berwick show societies. At last November’s Dandy Show, he was listed as the deputy chief steward. He sat in at the cattle section and was guest at the show president’s afternoon tea, along with sister Thelma, brother Bert, daughters and nieces.
In 2018, the Dandenong Show Society named its heritage cattle sale ring, the Jack Rae OAM Pavilion. Mr Rae had been instrumental in saving the sale ring, signage and other relics after Dandenong’s stock markets were closed in 1998. Similarly, a new building at the Akoonah Park showgrounds in Berwick was also bestowed Mr Rae’s name in 2021. He was the Royal Melbourne Agricultural Show ringmaster from 1984 to 1995 and received a Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to primary industry. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Respecting youth voices Casey Council will host a free community event on Wednesday 6 December from 4.30pm to 6.30pm at Bunjil Place, in partnership with Feifei Curiosity and Respect Victoria to recognise its commitment to gender equality and family violence prevention. The Respecting Youth Voices to Enable Change event will support the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, which runs from 25 November to 10 December. It will showcase 15 of Casey’s diverse multicultural and multilingual youth and what respect means to them through dance, photography and poetry. Over recent months, participants took part in three workshops that explored council’s strategic objectives A Safe and Equal Casey: A Gender Equality and Prevention of Violence Against Women Strategic Plan 2022-2032. Held at Lynbrook Community Centre, council was able to capture how the participants explore various art forms to express respect, self-identity, gender diversity and celebrate different cultures, as well as helping them to build positive, equal and respectful relationships. City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff PSM said the community showcase was an opportunity for community members to support and celebrate the creative and artistic expression of the city’s youth. “Coming together from different cultures, races and genders, the showcase will inspire us to draw on, learn, accept, and embrace diverse lived experiences and connect through relatable stories to create a welcoming space for learning, growth, and respect,” she said. “Council looks forward to showcasing the performances of Casey’s youth and displaying their creations, and welcome local community members to attend.” Bookings for this free event are essential by Friday 1 December. To book, visit trybooking. com/events/landing/1120820
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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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WHAT’S ON White Ribbon Art Gallery The Cardinia Cultural Centre is hosting an art exhibition to raise awareness about domestic violence. Art works will be from local submissions from dedicated people who wish to lift the veil on domestic violence to help combat it in the community. The gallery will be open from Tuesday 14 November to Sunday 26 November, open daily 10am to 3pm at the Cardinia Cultural Centre.
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The Fijian Community Association Victoria Inc proudly presents its inaugural Bula Cup Festival which is supported by the State Government and Cardinia Shire. In Officer, for the very first time ever, the two codes of Rugby Union and League are coming together into a one day tournament. It will be a day to remember with something for the entire family. From fast-paced, action-filled rugby to delicious food stalls, from kids face painters to live cultural performances. This free event will be hosted at Comely Banks Recreation Reserve on 25 November starting at 9am and running through to 5pm.
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Lawn bowls tournament Come and explore Officer Lifestyle Estate by Lincoln Place, and cheer on our resident bowls team as they take on local rivals Pakenham Bowls Club and Berwick Bowling Club for the coveted Officer Cup! Residents will be serving up a delicious sausage sizzle and there will be a complimentary coffee van on site. Have a look around the Estate and stock up for Christmas with items from our residents’ craft stalls. The event will be on Friday 24 November, 10am to 3pm at Officer Lifestyle Estate, 34 McMullen Rd, Officer.
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humorous anecdotes and stories as well as an audience Q&A. Ian will also have a signed item which will be auctioned on the night. The event will be held on Wednesday 15 November at Caldermeade Farm 4385 South Gippsland Highway, doors open at 5.30pm, event starts at 7.30pm. Go to eventbrite.com.au/cc/caldermeadefarm-cafe-events-1461949
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Emerald Rotary Market A community market in the heart of the Hills on Saturday 11 November from 8am to 1pm. Crafts, produce, collectables, treasures, hot food, fresh coffee, ice cream and so much more. Just behind the shops off Kilvington Drive and opposite the primary school on the pval on Heroes Avenue.
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Springs VIEW Club is a not-for-profit organisation, with the aim to fundraise to support Learning for Life students. The club currently supports seven students of varying ages with their education expenses and are about to take on an eighth student. The club meets on the first Monday of each month in the Berwick Springs Hotel function room from 11.30am, where members enjoy a lunch and then host a guest speaker. Throughout the year, the club has a couple of special fundraisers, as well as casual morning tea and lunch for interested ladies. For more information, contact Shirley on 0419 878 481 or email berwicksprings.viewclub@ gmail.com
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The girl’s chess team Marinella Salvador (front), Malia Nimaya (back), Chloe Dryden, Alexandra Fitzgerald (both front), Gowri Prabhu (back), Yekta Abdullahi with coach Sergio De Lima (left) and mentor Christian Ampongan show off their silverware. Picture: SUPPLIED stances, our students can succeed and compete against the best schools in the country and state.“ In addition to the success of the girl’s team, 17 students qualified for the State chess competition and the school finished eighth overall at the Chess Secondary Open State Finals out of 47 schools and 298 competitors. De Lima said the dedication and commitment to the craft from the team has seen their ability skyrocket, from relative rookies to tactically-sound. So much so that the players now have De
Lima and his fellow teacher’s measure on the chess board. “We are constantly playing tournaments and challenging the students so they make the chess better,” he said. “When they come to us at the beginning, they’re very green, they don’t know a lot of strategies. “They might know how to move the pieces but after a few turns of competing against some of the best players, it’s incredible that, by year 10, most students can beat all the teachers.
“It’s humbling but it makes us very proud to see them develop those skills. “We had students in the past who were diagnosed with some learning disabilities, but in chess they showed that they can learn because they get really good at it. “If they have some levels of autism they find it a good place to come and play chess and develop their skills really well.“ Pakenham Secondary College girl’s chess team: Marinella Salvador, Malia Nimaya, Chloe Dryden, Alexandra Fitzgerald, Gowri Prabhu and Yekta Abdullahi.
Warriors eye bigger picture Bulls’ junior roars to life in Premier Cricket debut By Marcus Uhe
Warriors will face the might of Just Social for a place in the South West Gippsland Dart League grand final when action resumes after the Melbourne Cup Day public holiday after upsetting Snipers in week one of finals competition. Despite being the lower-ranked side heading into the contest, Liam, Hank and Jazz turned the tables on an undermanned Snipers team in the 8-3 result. Just Social will be breathing a sigh of relief, with Snipers holding the distinction of being the only side to have knocked them off this season. Warriors will still have revenge on their mind after last season’s grand final loss, but will be hoping that last week’s rest will leave the defending premiers rusty when competition resumes. Where Warriors have critical continuity, due to the Melbourne Cup public holiday, no darts will be thrown on Tuesday 7 November, meaning it will be a whole fortnight of no competition for the minor premiers. Finishing in the top three means that Snipers receive a reprieve, however, and will face
Paky One in order to keep their premiership hopes alive. Gembrook forfeited its elimination final contest with Paky One to set up the sudden-death clash. In the lower half of the table, 26ers and Bullseyes took care of business as the higher seed in their respective clashes. Don Brown Memorial Shield holders 26ers got the better of Mud Rats 8-5 and Bullseyes kept Hoodies scoreless in the 8-0 whitewash. Mud Rats will now face Bullseyes with elimination on the line, while 26ers have a date with the Rebels to advance to the grand final for Division two to play off for the Don Brown Memorial Shield. Results Division One: Warriors 8 v Snipers 3, Paky One 8 v Gembrook (forfeit) 0. Bye - Just Social. Division Two: 26ers 8 v Mud Rats 5, Bullseyes 8 v Hoodies 0. Bye - Rebels. Fixture - Finals Week Two Division One: Just Social v Warriors, Snipers v Paky One Division Two: Rebels v 26ers, Mus Rats v Bullseyes.
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By Jonty Ralphsmith Cardinia Cricket Club all-rounder Brooklyn Diwell made her First XI debut for Dandenong on the weekend. The 17-year-old has been an intimidating figure for the Bulls with her stump-tostump bowling for several years, prior to her arrival on the Premier Cricket scene this season. Diwell’s first month of the season was unceremonious, bowling 14 overs across four matches, taking just one wicket at an economy rate of 4.3. But on Sunday, her performance was the major positive for the Panthers in a disappointing five-wicket loss to Ringwood. Batting at eight, she top-scored with 21 off 60 deliveries to save some face and see her side to 126, before taking 1/12 off her two overs, coming on early in the match after Thivyaa Mahendran struggled for rhythm in her opening spell. “She bleeds Cardinia,” said Bulls First XI coach Bradey Welsh. “She loves the joint and grew up there. “She still trains with us during the week and she’s grown up playing with the guys. “She didn’t really want to leave, but we’re so proud of her because no-one really knew who she was, but we did, and we’re glad now that she’s getting noticed because she’s very talented.” The daughter of former hard-hitting local all-rounder Danny, she’s known around the club for her natural ability; not blessed with height, she has found different ways to challenge batters. Welsh lauded Diwell’s leadership and character, with the stump-to-stump bowler developing her mindset in recent years. “In juniors, opposition kids would talk about her and they were genuinely fearful,” Welsh said.
Brooklyn Diwell made her debut for Dandenong on Sunday. 371723 Picture: SUPPLIED “I think she took 31 wickets one year; 29 were bowled. “When I first saw the way she ran in and bowled, the way she moved made it look easy. “She picks things up really quickly and the control she has with the ball in her hand is exceptional. “She’s a very intelligent young lady. “Even at 13-14 you could have an adult conversation with her and she would pick up things very quickly. “She just wants to get better and is happy to take feedback and criticism.” A naturally defensive batter, she leaned on that skillset to help Dandenong bat time on Sunday, but has expanded her game in the last 18 months, punishing bowlers who get too straight. “When she hits the ball now, it stays hit,” Welsh said. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Lions kickstart the season PAKENHAM BOWLS SATURDAY Pakenham One (Div 1) finally kicked its 2023/24 campaign into gear on the weekend with a rock-solid 16-point win at Clayton. The Lions got the jump on their opponents early to lead 24 to 15 with three rinks in front at the completion of the first twenty ends. By the midway point, having increased the lead to 45 to 32, they were still looking strong. However, by the start of the business ends, as a result of a complete melt down on two of Pakenham’s rinks, Clayton had snatched a one-point lead. With each side having one up, one down and two level, the battle was well and truly on! Fortunately, at that stage somebody must have passed the pickle juice around (or was it smelling salts) as the Lions staged a spirited fight back, waking from their stupor and outscoring their opponents in the run home to record an 80 to 70 win with three rinks up. Foxy’s rink, in particular, saw wild swings during the course of the game; having dropped seven ends in a row in the middle stages, they found themselves sitting at 15 all after the sixteenth end but stormed home to a 22 to 15 win, picking up the last five ends on the trot! However, the best rink, having kept its nose in front all day and winning 24 to 16, was “Nifty” Nev Brown (S), Trent Gribbin (3), Kerry Lewis (2) and David Laird (L). The Ones will be away again next Saturday against top-of-the-ladder Cheltenham which has at this early stage, three from three. There is no other way to put it – Pakenham Two (Div 3) was simply out-bowled on their home turf by a stronger side in Hampton Park One. The Redback’s made it quite obvious from the outset that they had come to play and after the completion of the first twenty ends had a 20 to nine lead, were ahead on three rinks and only one shot down on the fourth. By the half-way point a win was still not out of reach for the Lions as the visitors’ lead had been marginally reduced; however, they were still behind on three of the four rinks. Then, as the game progressed, the visitors seemed to find another gear and took complete control of the contest. Finally, at 56 to 77 Pakenham was beaten by 21 shots with only one rink up. The one winning rink, with 22 to 16 was Keith Lewis (S), Darren Webster (3), Luis Aguilar (2) and Jan Moore (L). The Twos will be home again next round to Cheltenham. It was very much a case of “the one that got away” for Pakenham Three (Div 5) at Burden Park. The Lions got away to a great start and by the completion of the first twenty ends had established a 19 to 11 lead and were ahead on all four rinks. By the half-way mark they had increased their overall lead to 13 shots and although slightly behind on two rinks, were well up on the others. As the game entered the business ends, the Lions again had three rinks up and with a 16shot lead seemed to be travelling comfortably. However, at that stage the wheels fell off and during the run home the Dragons heavily outscored the Lions to snatch an unlikely oneshot win. The better of Pakenham’s two winning rinks with 24 to 14 was Charles Harris (S), Ray Leggett (3), Gayle Harkness (2) and Sandra “Wildwoman” Wilde (L). The Threes will play Berwick Five at home next round. Pakenham Four (Div 7) shared the dome with the Twos on Saturday – and unfortunately suffered a similar fate. The visiting Keysborough (Four) was in control of that match from the outset. After twenty ends, although both sides had two rinks up and two down, it was Keysborough which held a 12-shot lead and by the half way mark the visitors had three rinks in front and their lead had increased to 15 shots. After the break, although two of the home rinks were able to stay with their opponents, the other two were well and truly outscored and the final tally blew out to 64 to 93 with only one successful Pakenham rink (although Mick pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Bruce Doull he ain’t with the headband, but ‘Stormin’ Norm Box had a solid week on the rink for Pakenham. 371462 Knight’s rink only fell short by one shot). The one winning Lions’ rink with 20 to 19 was Eric Peterson (S), Alan Waterson (3), Ray Illing (2) and Kevin Holley (L). The Fours will be away at Cranbourne RSL next round. MIDWEEK Pakenham One (Div 1) continued its winning start to the season with a (less than convincing) 15-shot home win against Burden Park on 31 October. The Lions got away to an encouraging start in that game and had two up and a lead of 10 shots after the first 15 ends. By the half-way point, although the overall scores had increased, seemingly nothing had changed; it was still two up with a 10-shot lead. By the start of the business ends Pakenham’s overall lead had increased to 15 shots and that was the margin at the end of play, at which time the Lions had only one winning rink. This consisted of Neil “Big Dev” Devlin (S), Max Mannik (3), Terry “TMac” McRedmond (2) and David Saint (L) who finished with a thumping 27 to 8 win which more than covered narrow losses on Ned Courtain and Foxy’s rinks. The Ones’ next outing will be away at Clayton, the only other side with wins from both opening rounds. Pakenham Two (Div 3) was across town at Cardinia Waters. The home side got away to a good start and after the first 15 ends had two rinks up but it was Pakenham which held a slender two-shot lead at that stage, thanks to Keith Lewis’ team which had hit the ground running to establish an early lead of nine shots to one. At the half-way mark with the overall score at 24 apiece, that lead had evaporated. From that point forward, as Keith Lewis’ rink continued to add to their lead, Cardinia Waters’ John Van Vugt’s rink did the same and the scores remained very close. However, when the dust settled it was Cardinia Waters which chalked up the win - by a solitary shot! Pakenham’s only winning rink with 25 shots to 10 was Keith Lewis (S), Rick Burns (3), Helen
‘Big Dev’ Neil Devlin in full flight for Pakenham. Wright (2) and Judith Ferrari (L). The Twos will be at home against Willow Lodge in round three. The Dandenong Club has not been a happy hunting ground in recent times for teams from Pakenham which made Pakenham Three’s big win at that venue last Tuesday even sweeter. The Lions did not have it all their own way in the first half of that game. After fifteen ends they had just one rink up (by a single shot) and trailed overall by 10 shots to 17. At lunch time the deficit had been reduced to five shots but the Lions still had just one rink in front and Ken Clifton’s rink had only scored half its opponent’s tally and looked like copping a belting. However (to invoke the old cliche) this was a game of two halves. After the break, Peter Wilson’s rink which had been in front, scored the same number of
shots as their opponents and held on to finish four shots up, but the other two rinks bolted home to give the Lions an across-the-board win by 26 shots. Ken Clifton’s rink came from behind, scoring 27 shots to two in the second half to post an unbelievable 35 to 17 victory; whatever they had for lunch, I want (no, need) some! Not surprisingly, best rink with 35 to 17 was Ken Clifton (S), Mick Knight (3), Wayne Oosthuizen (2) and Karen Oosthuizen (L). The Threes will host Burden Park (Two) next round. Note that all round three Midweek games will be played on Wednesday 8 November due to the Melbourne Cup holiday on Tuesday. HI-LO This round’s winner with number 41 was “Stormin” Norm Box. -Des Leigh
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