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Back in the swing It’s been a long time between play dates for Victorian children. Families made the most of eased COVID-19 restrictions and sunny weather as playgrounds reopened last week. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski captured some of the enjoyment. ■ Pictures: Page 11

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COVID-19 show of force By Esther Lauaki Heavier police patrols will be visible around Brimbank and Melton in preparation for a possible surge in crime as restrictions ease across the state. Operation United will target a range of high-harm offences including robberies, aggravated burglaries, armed robberies, carjackings and assaults, and kicked off in the north-west suburbs last week. The statewide operation brings together police from a range of units across the north west metro region (division three) and Crime Command as part of a joint effort to deter and disrupt an anticipated increase in a number of criminal offences as COVID-19 restrictions

ease. Police will conduct regular patrols of known crime hot spots. Victoria Police warns those looking to leave their homes and bring harm to the community: “We are ready”. Superintendent David Jones, divisional commander in charge of the Melton and Brimbank areas, said police had in recent months seen an increase in a number of specific offences when restrictions were lifted or reduced. He said a key focus of Operation United would be offences such as opportunistic street and armed robberies, many of which are linked to street gangs and other organised criminal groups. Detectives from the Gang Crime Squad will work closely with regional investigators

to target known offenders and other persons of interest through a range of enforcement activities. The operation will involve local police, the Public Order Response Team, highway patrol, transit police and Dog Squad. “We can’t be complacent and wait for crimes to be committed – this is about being proactive and taking decisive action to disrupt this type of offending,” Superintendent Jones said. “It’s also about being smarter and looking at what our intelligence has shown us during the COVID-19 period in terms of patterns in criminal offending, then working as hard as we can to constantly be that step ahead of offenders. “The days of detectives just making arrests and moving on have gone, we’re far more

sophisticated in our approach to both crime trends and the management of known persons of interest. “Local police know who their local offenders are, and we make no apologies for targeting them through operations such as this. “We’re also able to draw on specialised resources from across Victoria Police, such as the Gang Crime Squad. “This is about driving down crime, and in what has already been a tough year for many people, we want to make sure everyone in our local community stays safe.” Anyone with information about offences or gang activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via ww.crimestoppersvic. com.au

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Virus cases plummet By Esther Lauaki Brimbank’s COVID-19 infections have dipped to 103 – the lowest in months. The decrease in active cases reflects plummeting daily infection rates Melbourne-wide and follows regional areas taking the first step out of the pandemic with restrictions easing last week. Considered a virus hotspot, Brimbank’s active coronavirus cases fell by 38 during the week, ending on Sunday. Known outbreaks, including the Estia Aged Care Facility in Ardeer (166 cases) and the Cumberland Manor Aged Care Facility in Sunshine North (124 cases) have also slowed in growth. Victoria recorded its lowest daily rise in

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COVID-19 cases since June with 14 new cases on Sunday. Premier Daniel Andrews raised hopes of easing coronavirus restrictions sooner, committing to update the state’s road map out of lockdown based on the declining numbers which he declared a “cause for great optimism and positivity”. “This is a good day,” Mr Andrews said. “A day where Victorians can be proud of the

work that they’ve done, their commitment, their resolve to see this off; to defeat this virus in its second wave properly, comprehensively and sustainably. “We can hope to keep numbers low, and that’s where the trend is going. “We’re confident that come Sunday, we’ll be able to make some significant announcements because we’ll be in that 30-50 band [required for take step two]. “We will update and make sure that the plan reflects the data we’re seeing, the amount of virus we’ve got in the community … But it’s got to be done safely.” There were five new deaths from COVID-19 reported. Two men in their 80s, two women in their 80s and one woman in their 90s. All were linked to known outbreaks in aged care.

Patient relives coronavirus pain Newport mother-of-two Kimberly Hanrahan has undergone an experimental plasma treatment as she recovers from COVID-19. Ms Hanrahan, 48, said she contracted the virus after a cleaner came to her home. The owner of the cleaning company called to advise that her son had tested positive at school. Ms Hanrahan said her husband, Dave, had a sore throat and underwent a COVID-19 test. After five days, his test came back positive. Ms Hanrahan was then tested with her eight-year-old twin boys. “I was positive and they were negative, thank goodness,” she said. “Then, I got all the usual sort of symptoms – a sore throat and a lack of smell and taste – but then I got really quite poorly … really severe migraines and body aches and pains and back aches.' She called Altona North Respiratory Clinic and said, ‘It’s day 11, is this normal?’ Ms Hanrahan said she was told it was normal. “I called my doctor on the Wednesday because I was in so much pain. I hadn’t slept properly and he gave me some Panadeine Forte, which was great,” she said. “On the Thursday, the DHHS called me … I got quite upset and said, I feel like I can’t talk to you properly, I’ve got a real shortness of breath, I don’t feel very well. “He just said, ‘I’m going to put the phone down, I’m going to call your husband and get him to call an ambulance for you’. “I was avoiding going to hospital. I didn’t want to go if my symptoms were just normal. “You just don’t know, how bad is bad enough to go to hospital? “I hadn’t had a bath for three days because I’d just been in bed so poorly. “The ambulance came and my blood oxygen was pretty low. They were worried about … blood not getting to your organs and causing damage.” Ms Hanrahan was admitted to Footscray Hospital and “zipped up” in a room. “I spent the next 11 days in hospital,” Ms Hanrahan said. “I went in on August 13 … went into ICU the next day but then was on oxygen for the whole time until I came out of ICU, and then for a couple of days after that. Thankfully I didn’t have to go on a ventilator. “I was very lucky that I was strong enough to be able to just get assistance with the oxygen but then not have to intubate me, put me to sleep and breathe, which was fantastic. “I was in ICU for six days. “The nurses, everybody, was amazing – they put themselves at risk every day. “A lot of them that I spoke to had actually come out of what they were doing … and then got retrained to come into ICU because of the demand.” Ms Hanrahan said each day she was given a mask to enable her to breathe. “Essentially, this mask that covers your whole face, it’s very tight around your head so you

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Wastewater COVID tested Sewage water in Brooklyn will be tested to find traces of COVID-19 after positive samples were discovered in Altona North. The Department of Health and Human Services will be testing wastewater across 25 surveillance sites in Victoria after “disturbing cases” were found in Melbourne’s west. Other sites to be tested in the west include sewage systems in Footscray and Wyndham’s Western Treatment Plant. DHHS testing commander Jeroen Weimar said sewage water testing would play a “critical role” in discovering new cases of COVID-19. “We are taking samples at the 25 sample locations to see if there are changes in the level of coronavirus present in the wastewater.” Mr Weimar said earlier this month that some “disturbing cases” had been found in Altona North. “We encouraged people there to come forward,” he said. “We are seeing a number of people in the community coming forward to get tested. “That enables us to get on top of this and get on top of the coronavirus at its very earliest stage.” Premier Daniel Andrews said the testing was world-class. “Every tool, every mechanism that can be used in order to try and stay a step ahead of this virus, particularly in regional Victoria right now, but in metropolitan Melbourne as numbers continue to fall, will be very important, and that is why an enormous amount of work has gone into trial and to make sure the efficacy of this is up to scratch,” Mr Andrews said. “It is just one example of many different continuous improvements we have made, many different approaches and trying to be as open as possible to looking at different ways of doing things that serves us well and certainly will be of even greater benefit once we get down to very low numbers.“ Esther Lauaki

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Kimberly Hanrahan is now recovering at home. (Joe Mastroianni) 215844_05 Inset: Ms Hanrahan while being treated at hospital. (Supplied)

can’t get any air in it and then it’s like a wind tunnel so it’s like air being pushed down into your lungs because my lungs had collapsed,” she said. “That was five times a day for a couple of hours a day.” After talking to Star Weekly for 10 minutes, Ms Hanrahan said she had shortness of breath. “But compared to how I was, this feels fine,” she said. Ms Hanrahan said she had a transfusion of

what’s known as “convalescent plasma”, which contains antibodies from people who have recovered from COVID-19. “I did get the symptoms back again when I was home … headache and sore throat and runny nose came back again,' she said. “I don’t know yet if there’s been any long term damage to my organs. We don’t know for sure – it’s new for everybody.”

A Melton woman received the ultimate birthday present last week, becoming an instant millionaire. The woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, was one of five winners in the September 5 Tattslotto draw, taking home $4 million in prize money. The woman also won division six of the draw, and said even that was enough to make her happy until she discovered the big win. “I was cooking dinner when I realised I hadn’t checked my entry, so I downloaded the app and scanned the ticket,” she said. “It said we had scored a high win, but when I checked the ticket, I saw that we had won division six and won $13. “That amount is still a high win for us. If I can save $13 on the groceries that is a win, so I was happy with just scoring that much. “But then I scrolled down further and saw that I had won $4 million too. I couldn’t believe it.” “My hubby gave me this ticket as a birthday present,” she said. “We don’t play that often, but on a whim he went into the store and got me this ticket.”

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Tensions rising within council By Esther Lauaki Tensions are showing at Brimbank council with accusations of gagging and “sweeping things under the carpet” following a failed vote of no confidence in mayor Georgina Papafotiou. At last week’s council meeting, Harvester ward councillor John Hedditch requested a review of the Local Government Inspectorate’s recent investigation into a complaint which cleared the mayor of any misconduct. But the motion, which was supported only by Cr Virginia Tachos, was voted down by the majority of councillors without debate.

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Cr Hedditch followed up with a vote of no confidence in the mayor which was also voted down. “Cr Tachos and I were gagged,” he told Star Weekly. “I was not even 60 seconds into my speech when I was shut down by the factional group. “There was no opportunity for the public to

hear what is really going on in this council. “The toxic culture that is there is being swept under the carpet and there is a clean up needed of the people that are doing this.” Star Weekly previously reported that Cr Tachos had raised a complaint with the inspectorate, claiming she was ordered to take a COVID-19 test by the mayor following receipt of an anonymous email. Cr Tachos missed a council meeting and an important confidential vote while taking the test on April 29. The Local Government Inspectorate later informed the council that no further action

would be taken in relation to the complaint. Cr Papafotiou said earlier this month that she was the victim of a “politically motivated attack”. “I can tell you now that the actions of some, however hurtful, misdirected, and destructive they might be … will not distract me from my work,” Cr Papafotiou said. “Rather, those acts of distraction and subversion only strengthen me to call them out, to keep going and, where appropriate, to push back. “There is simply no place for this type of behavior and attitude.”

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Asha and husband Michael Vesikko welcomed their first child, son Hunter, on September 17. (Supplied)

Brimbank’s baby boom Brimbank is in the midst of a baby boom. Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital welcomed a record 579 babies in August and about 300 more in the past three weeks. Maternity services operations manager Maree Comeadow said that last month was more hectic than usual, with up to 27 babies born on one day. Ms Comeadow said the boom indicated that Brimbank was growing rapidly. “The area is going to continue to grow and our facilities are beautiful for families to come

to,” she said. Visitation restrictions as a result of COVID-19 impacted greatly on families in the maternity ward, Ms Comeadow said. “It’s been tough with restrictions but there have been pros and cons with so many babies being born [throughout August] with COVID-19,” she said. “The staff have been great … and in a way it’s been really very quiet [without visitors] and our midwives have been able to focus on the mothers and their partners and the babies.”

She said September births seemed to be slowing, with 296 babies born so far, averaging about 18 babies a day. “There are peaks and troughs here all the time and traditionally September and October are busy months being nine months after the Christmas and New Year period,” Ms Comeadow said. “I’m not sure if we are going to have quite the boom that we had in November but you never know.”

A new webinar series aims to take some of the stress out of rising energy bills as lengthy lockdown restrictions continue. The Consumer Policy Research Centre is hosting webinars explaining consumer rights for those struggling to pay energy bills. Chief executive Lauren Solomon said the free Energy Simplified program would explain four simple steps toward more affordable energy bills followed by a live question and answer session. Ms Solomon said the program would help to make complicated price comparisons easy and reveal which appliances might be contributing most to driving up bills. “There are people that have lost jobs or are on steady incomes, that might have never had to worry about their energy bills before,” she said. “And others, already under financial strain, are now finding it even tougher to make ends meet.” Program manager Karl Barratt said participants would leave with a clearer picture of what can be done easily, right now, to cut their electricity and gas bills. “We’re making it simple for people to understand four fast ways they can significantly cut their bills,” Mr Barratt said. “By knowing what to ask your energy company, lower energy bills can be just a single phone call away. “Our team will also take your questions during the session, so you can ask about what that confusing number on your bill actually means, what’s causing your bills to go up, or the best ways to use less energy while staying warm and comfortable at home without breaking the bank.” Energy Simplified webinars will run until December. Register: www.energyinfohub.org.au Esther Lauaki

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Grants to help make a difference in the community Brimbank organisations are being invited to apply for up to $2.5 million in grants to support the physical and mental health of Victorians, as a new survey shows the impact the coronavirus pandemic is having on the community. A Victorian Health Promotion Foundation survey looking into health and mental wellbeing during the first lockdown found significant increases in feelings of social isolation, food and financial insecurity and decreases in physical activity compared with February this year. VicHealth last week announced up to $2.5 million in Reimagining Health grants to

support Victorians to create meaningful social connections, get active while staying safe from coronavirus, and access healthy, affordable food. Chief executive Sandro Demaio said in the midst of the global coronavirus pandemic, it’s vital that we work quickly to support Victorians to achieve better health and wellbeing. “During the first lockdown, we asked Victorians about their physical health and mental wellbeing to really understand how the pandemic is affecting them,” Dr Demaio said. “Many Victorians were already fighting an

uphill battle before the pandemic hit, but now they are facing even greater challenges when it comes to putting healthy food on the table, keeping active and staying connected to others in their community – a precursor for mental wellbeing. “These grants have been designed to give local organisations the support they need to continue making a difference to the health of their communities, as soon as possible.” Dr Demaio said local organisations, such as sports clubs and leagues, arts organisations, community gardens and theatre and community groups, were key to the coronavirus

recovery. “Our grants will help support Victorians facing the greatest health challenges, such as young people and families on low incomes,” he said. “These grants complement other funding offered by state and federal governments to help support people through this challenging time.” Applications close 11.59pm on October 27. Apply: vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/ reimagining-health-grants. Esther Lauaki

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Armed robbery charges Pet owners are reminded to get their pets treated for ticks. (Supplied)

Protect your pets Petbarn and Greencross Vets are calling on pet owners to protect their four-legged friends against fleas, ticks and worms this spring. The call-to-action comes after Greencross Vets has noticed an increase in parasite cases occurring during winter – before the warmer months have even set in. The organisations have revealed the most common parasite myths, to assist and educate pet owners. Greencross Vets chief vet Magdoline Awad said myths include assuming pets are only at risk in the summer months and that puppies and kittens are too young to contract parasitic diseases. “Throughout COVID-19, we have seen an influx of new pet owners who may not be

aware of how important parasite prevention is, particularly for puppies and kittens, Dr Awad said. “Intestinal parasites can cause weight loss, vomiting, anaemia, blockage and if severe enough cause death of pets, so it’s imperative to have effective prevention in place. “With so much confusion around parasite prevention, we’re committed to busting myths and calling on all pet owners to make sure their pet is protected against parasites. “We understand just how confusing parasite prevention can be, particularly when there’s not one silver bullet for treatment.” Details: www.greencrossvets.com.au

Two teenagers have been charged following an alleged armed robbery in Sunshine West earlier this month. Police were called to a shopping centre on Fitzgerald Road following reports a man with an acquired brain injury had been assaulted and robbed on September 2 about 11.40am. A 16-year-old boy from St Albans was charged with armed robbery, robbery, unlawful assault, recklessly cause injury and assault by kicking. He was remanded in custody on September 7.

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Duke Street Community House is supplying up to 30 essential food hampers a week to Brimbank residents in need and is offering training courses to help those left unemployed as a result of the pandemic. Manager Lana Bedford said the community had been hit hard by the pandemic and many are struggling to afford the basics. “Victoria is currently experiencing the worst health and economic crisis in its history,” Ms Bedford said. “At Duke Street Community House, we have certainly seen first-hand the toll that the pandemic is having on the people of our community. “Not just from an economic perspective, but

the impact that the current restrictions are also having on the emotional and mental wellbeing. “Never before have we experienced so many people in desperate need of support.” Duke Street Community House has been providing a wide range of programs and support for the community including family support (childcare), online learning and emergency relief. The organisation is also a Learn Local provider which offers a range of quality pre-accredited training courses to improve literacy, numeracy and digital skills. “Indeed, with unemployment expected to reach unprecedented levels over the coming months, the role of Learn Locals will never be

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more important in terms of helping vulnerable cohorts to reskill and upskill with a view to getting them back into paid employment,” Ms Bedford said. “Whilst the current pandemic has resulted in the closure of many local services, DSCH along with over 400 other Neighbourhood Houses across Victoria, have rapidly adapted to provide a range of much-needed services.” Duke Street Community House is run by volunteers and food is donated by local businesses. The program is accepting donations of dried goods on Tuesday between 10am and noon. Esther Lauaki

A 38-year-old man has been arrested after police located a quantity of drugs and cash during an intercept in Derrimut. Officers were patrolling Mount Derrimut Road last Monday when they observed a black BMW allegedly travelling at high speeds about 9.30pm. Officers intercepted the car and spoke with the male driver before locating a bag of ecstasy on the ground. A search of the vehicle discovered what is believed to be GHB, methylamphetamine and a large amount of cash. Officers arrested the man before Brimbank Divisional Response Unit detectives executed a search warrant at a Derrimut property on Tuesday morning. The Derrimut man has since been charged with trafficking methylamphetamine and six other drug-related charges. The arrest forms part of Operation United, an operation targeting a range of high harm offences including robberies, aggravated burglaries, armed robberies, car jackings and assaults. The operation brings together police from a range of units across the North West Metro Region (Division 3) and Crime Command as part of a joint effort to deter and disrupt an anticipated increase in a number of criminal offences as COVID-19 restrictions ease. Anyone with information in relation to the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Esther Lauaki

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Restaurant culture under threat By Esther Lauaki A Keilor East restaurant owner is calling on the community to keep supporting local businesses as they struggle under extended lockdown restrictions. Kit Houston, of Houston’s Barbecue, said he fears that the restaurant and hospitality industry will never be the same as a result of lengthy lockdowns and a change in dining culture.

“It’s devastating but we’ll definitely be coming out of COVID a very different industry when restrictions ease,” Mr Houston said. “I feel that people have become complacent as they lock down for longer and longer, that they’re settling into a life in lockdown. “People are making more meals at home now … why spend five dollars for a coffee and support a local business when you can make an instant coffee at home?” He said that, while his business was still

faring well, there were many businesses that are struggling to stay open. “We are down like everyone else but we are not shut,” Mr Houston said. “In my network of friends in Keilor and Taylors Hill, they’re really hurting. Profits are down 60 to 70 per cent for some of them. “People haven’t been going to restaurants for so long and I fear that people will not go back to restaurants.” Mr Houston said finding innovative ways

to operate throughout COVID-19, including boosting investment into delivery platforms, posting on social media more and selling heat and serve meals, has helped keep the business going. “It’s about giving people as many avenues to access your business as possible,” he said. He offered to help any business owners wanting to increase online presence and use delivery platforms. Contact KitHouston@outlook.com.au.

Community clubs hurting Victoria’s community clubs have been left to “burn and die” by the state government’s roadmap out of COVID-19 restrictions, the industry head says. The government’s roadmap to easing restrictions in metropolitan Melbourne is subject to the city recording a daily average of 30-50 cases by September 28 and fewer than five by late October. Club Managers Association of Australia state president and Yarraville Club chief executive, Chris Byrne, said the roadmap was unrealistic. The club industry closed on March 23 and a re-opening on November 23 would see businesses shut for eight months with minimal or no revenue,” he said. His association represents the not-for-profit sector such as sporting, welfare and cultural clubs. “What we’ve been calling for is to get the industry open a lot quicker,” Mr Byrne said. “In effect, the restrictions they’ve put over our industry are that draconian, they’re that

health-specific, they’re not considering the economic issues. “If you took the Victorian roadmap to reopening to NSW and Queensland, both of those states would be closed as well. “We understand that the health issues are there but realistically COVID is not disappearing, it’s not going away. “We need to learn to live with it and, as an industry and as a community, we need to get places reopen, we need to get our economy reopen.” Mr Byrne said he knew of a number of clubs in the local community that would not be able to reopen. “If they do reopen, they won’t be able to deliver the number of community or sporting services they used to – they just won’t have the money,” he said. “That’ll impact on the elderly, it’ll impact on the kids in sport … the longer we stay closed, the harder it is to recover.” Goya Dmytryshchak

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Social, welfare help for COVID patients A program helping high-risk COVID-positive patients to safely self-isolate is rolling out over the western and northern suburbs following a successful pilot in Footscray. Community health organisation cohealth has revealed almost 60 per cent of the 1263 people who were referred through the pilot program needed social and welfare support in the form of financial assistance, food packages, housing or drug and alcohol support in order to be able to self-isolate in a safe way. Featuring a team of 40 GPs and nurses, the cohealth pilot program has been operating from a control centre in Footscray since early August. Social risk factors that cohealth identified among COVID-positive people during the five-week pilot included caring obligations, insecure housing, social isolation, poor language literacy, a lack of internet for online grocery shopping, and the threat of losing their jobs. Chief executive Nicole Bartholomeusz said the finding that a majority of COVID-positive patients have complex social risk factors debunks the misconception that people are deliberately disregarding health directions. Ms Bartholomeusz said every COVID-positive person needs a personalised ‘self-isolation plan’ to reduce virus transmission and help Victoria fully emerge from its lengthy lockdown. “It’s the missing piece of the puzzle. There’s been a lot of focus on encouraging people to get tested, and issuing strict quarantining directions for those who are positive,” she said.

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“The only way we are going to be able to fully transition out of COVID is if we address the social inequities that prevent people from self-isolating. Whether it be not having the financial means, the mental capacity, the social network.” Ms Bartholomeusz said ensuring everyone is able to comply with the directions is difficult when not everyone has the same social supports.

“Rather than ask ‘Why are they disregarding the rules?’, this model asks ‘what will help you to comply with the rules?’” The program is now being rolled out across Melbourne’s northern, western and south-western suburbs including locations in Wyndham, Brimbank, Hume and Melton.

Slithering into snake season Brimbank residents should be aware of snakes out and about as the spring weather warms up, the state’s environmental authority says. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) warns that snakes are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation. Senior wildlife management officer Therese Davis said the sunny weather means it was more likely people would encounter a snake. “Snake species commonly found ... include the eastern brown snake, tiger snake and red-bellied black snake,” Ms Davis said. “These three species are venomous, but it is rare for them to bite people. Most snake bites occur when people try to capture or kill a snake. “Snakes are generally very shy and prefer to keep away from people and often when a snake is found in a backyard it’s because it’s moving through the area to another habitat.” Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975 and it is illegal to capture, harm, or kill them. Esther Lauaki

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City applauds pride and potential By Esther Lauaki Community heroes were celebrated at the We Are Brimbank Awards last week. Brimbank council congratulated the winners at a special virtual event on September 16. The We Are Brimbank Awards recognise the exceptional contributions, hard work and determination of organisations and community groups making a positive difference. Brimbank mayor Georgina Papafotiou said

the awards celebrated the pride and potential of the city. “Brimbank is a proactive community that bands together to get things done, and the awards are an important shout-out to the incredible organisations and community groups that make our municipality so wonderful,” Cr Papafotiou said. “There is much to be proud of in Brimbank and these awards shine a light on our community heroes and pay tribute to the outstanding contributions made towards

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community life.” The winners across five categories were: • Culture, Arts and Tourism – Cinespace • Employment and Enterprise – Brimbank Business Association and St Albans Business Group Association • Inclusive Brimbank – 300 Blankets and Lifeful Coordination & Management • Environment and Sustainability – Friends of the Maribyrnong Valley Inc. • Learning Excellence – Taylors Lakes Secondary College and MMG Concert Band of

Victoria. “This is the third year of the awards and on behalf of Brimbank council, I would like to offer our huge congratulations to all the very worthy winners and nominees from across all of the categories,” Cr Papafotiou said. “We were pleased to receive 38 nominations this year, I think it is important to acknowledge that the coronavirus pandemic has impacted some of the work and services offered by the nominated organisations and community groups.”

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Five great ways to be active – yes, even turning into courts or no through roads! Of course, it’s wise to consider the safety of your decisions. Once the timer goes off, you’ve got ten minutes to head back home. Make it a scavenger hunt: Again, this is possibly better with the kids in tow – but make your regular walk more interesting by creating a scavenger hunt. There are plenty of suitable scavenger hunt lists available through a quick internet search, or you could make your own. Even something just as simple as finding as many examples of a particular letter, a particular number or a particular colour along the way. You could even make it a competition for the kids!

As the days get longer and warmer, Melburnians have been granted two hours of exercise and recreation time outside of their property as part of the roadmap out of COVID-19 restrictions. But, if you’ve been hibernating inside during winter, what is the best way to make the most of this additional leisure time?

Start slow While it’s important to stay within a 5km radius of your home there are still plenty of great ways that you can be active around your local neighbourhood. Before you do get started, it is wise to take a quick assessment of your current physical activity levels* and aim to build up slowly, rather than aim for the full two hours if you’re just not ready. So, if you’ve already been taking full advantage of the hour outside, then build up by about 10 minutes each time. But if you’ve only been making it outside for a quick 20-minute dog walk, then aim to build on that base by five minutes each time. Make the most of your two hour time limit by warming up at home before you start and stretching once you finish. And remember to wear your mask.

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Be active at the park: With playgrounds now open again, find an area away from others and get active with the kids. Have you ever observed children playing? They move their bodies in so many different ways – so, if it’s safe for you to do so, join in a game with your children and aim to move just like them. Flipping a coin helps break up the around the block walk. (Supplied)

walking pace (and maybe the speed of children in tow), most adults walk at a pace of about 4-6km/h. This means that you can easily do an ‘out and back’ walk of about 8-10km from your home. And that’s a lot of area to explore! Find some great walking and bike trails in your area by checking out your council’s website, or here: www.visitmelbourne.com/Things-to-do/ Outdoor-activities/Walking-and-hiking/Day-

hikes-near-Melbourne. Flip a Coin: This one is probably better if you’re out and about with the kids, but flipping a coin certainly helps break up an around the block walk. Simply set a timer for about 10 minutes shorter than your anticipated exercise time and set out from home. At each intersection, flip a coin to determine a left turn or a right turn

Melburnians really do have access to some wonderful outdoor areas and a new appreciation for leisure time. So, enjoy getting out, about and active. www.theresapriorpersonaltraining.net * Seek advice from your GP or Allied Health Professional before undertaking any new exercise program.

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The ‘go-to’ exercise for most Melburnians during stage four seems to be walking – but do you find yourself doing the same loop each day? Boredom can definitely prevent adherence to exercise, so here are some great ways to change up your daily walk: Walking and bike trails: Depending on your

Find your local history: A quick search on your council’s website (or you may even have a local history group) will highlight the areas of interest within your 5km radius. Learning about these sites will supplement any remote learning your children are doing, or will simply help you become more aware of your own area.

Out and about Braybrook’s Tenterfield Park was abuzz last week as families emerged from their homes and enjoyed some warmer weather. Thankful parents were able to let their children loose at the park as the Melbourne metropolitan’s COVID-19 restrictions eased with outdoor playgrounds, off leash dog parks and outdoor exercise equipment re-opened for use. Physical distancing and group number limits still apply as the state carefully rolls out Victoria’s roadmap out of the pandemic. Libraries across the municipality will bring back the click and collect service for members and the Home Library Service and the Library to Your Door services will also be available. Returns chutes will also be open so that borrowed library materials can be returned. Brimbank mayor Georgina Papafotiou

said council, in accordance with the state government’s roadmap, was planning the eventual safe re-opening of other council services. “As always, the health and safety of our community and staff is our top priority,” Cr Papafotiou said. “I ask that people continue to do the right thing despite how hard it may seem, and follow whatever restrictions are in place. “In anticipation of the future easing of restrictions later this month, we are also carefully planning for the re-opening of the Sunshine Leisure Centre outdoor pool to ensure the safety of visitors and staff. “Of course this can only be when outdoor pools are allowed to reopen, under the state’s roadmap for reopening.” Esther Lauaki 11 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 22 September, 2020

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Prawns with linguine INGREDIENTS: Coarse salt and ground pepper 60 grams linguine (about a 2cm-wide handful) 1 tablespoon cold butter, cut into pieces 1 garlic clove, minced Cayenne pepper to taste 1/3 cup dry white wine 125 grams large prawns, peeled and deveined 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Fresh parsley leaves, for garnish DIRECTIONS: • In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente.

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• Meanwhile, in a small non-stick pan, melt half the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and pinch of cayenne; cook until fragrant – for about a minute. • Raise heat to medium-high; add wine. Cook until reduced by a third, about a minute.

Set yourself a table for one Cooking for a crowd can be challenging, but cooking just for yourself is no picnic either. Most recipes are designed for four people, and quartering a recipe just seems a hassle and almost pointless – plus somehow in the conversion process, the taste seems to change. However, there are alone times when the

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Apartments that meet every need The Eternity apartment building, an exciting partnership project from Zenitas Healthcare and Apeiron Homes, is set to open next month to much anticipation. A visually appealing, high-quality 61-unit residential development, Eternity incorporates 15 specialist apartments that have been specifically designed to meet the needs of people with a disability who have high support needs. It’s a wonderful addition to the vibrant heart of West Footscray. Designed by K20 Architecture – specialists in disability architecture since 2001 – the building takes in spectacular city skyline views, and has elements that make it attractive to purchasers. Sustainability was the key design driver, with Eternity’s timber facade contributing to carbon positivity. Lifestyle needs have all been considered, such as the inclusion of a rooftop terrace, more common space and vegie garden. Eternity’s locale, apart from being in groovy West Footscray, is also lifestyle-friendly. It’s next to Stoney Creek, with parkland and walking paths on the doorstep. Of the 15 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) scattered through the building, just five remain, which reflects the high level of demand. And there’s 24/7 on-site support for health and care needs. Dean and Carl are two men who have already snagged apartments and are eagerly awaiting move-in day. “The place looks fantastic!” Dean says. “I am excited about moving into a new apartment with city views. It will be great to enjoy the rooftop terrace, and utilise the communal vegetable garden as I would love to grow strawberries.” Carl adds: “Having a whole apartment to myself – when I have come from shared accommodation – is very exciting.” Information: www.thehousinghub.org.au

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Small school, big heart Annunciation Primary School is “where every child matters to every teacher”. Principal Robyn Kelly says the Brooklyn Catholic school’s mantra reflects the values of its students and teachers, as well as the curriculum, which is designed to cater for the whole child. Annunciation School was established in the mid-1960s to provide a second school in the Kingsville Parish. The early school catered for up to 200 students, many of them attending from the migrant hostel on Millers Road. The hostel was closed in the early 1970s but the Josephite nuns administered the school up until 1980. These days the school has a diverse population representing many different nationalities. “It is a small school with a big heart,” Mrs Kelly says. “Because we are small we know all our children and families, our students have a lot of empathy for others so there is laughter

and happiness in our rooms. The staff are very passionate about their role and work tirelessly to ensure that their teaching is contemporary and suits the needs of our students.” Specialist subjects including Japanese, digital technologies, physical education, art and music are all available to students. Private music lessons are run through The Music Bus while literacy and maths intervention programs as well as extension programs are also on offer. Mrs Kelly, who has served in education for 30 years in Australia and abroad, says her vision for Annunciation is to continue to create a place where children are heard and valued. “My passion is that no child nor parent ever feels anonymous in our school,” she says. Annunciation Primary School, 4-14 Nolan Avenue, Brooklyn. Inquiries: 9314 6271, email principal@asbrooklyn.catholic.edu.au or visit www.asbrooklyn.catholic.edu.au

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Victoria University, with the generous support of Dr Susan Alberti, is proud to announce the inaugural Victoria University Women in Sport Scholarships. Dr Alberti, one of Australia’s most well-known and generous advocates, has spent decades championing the advancement of women in sport. The scholarship is a legacy to the fundraising Dr Alberti provides to support the focus of Victoria University to create ‘no boundaries’ for women in sport including strengthening career pathways for women. “Everyone knows I’m passionate about sport, especially when it is used as a vehicle to improve women’s health, provide leadership New VU scholarships help create pathways for opportunities and create pathways to women. (iStock) increase participation on the field, and in the boardrooms,” Dr Alberti says. Due to severe depression and anxiety in “I am delighted to show my support by adolescence, Zoe experienced challenges in funding these scholarships and wish the secondary school. Now Zoe studies a bachelor inaugural recipients my congratulations.” of outdoor education and environmental Each year, two women will receive a Victoria science and plans to take on further studies University Women in Sport Scholarship to to qualify as a secondary school teacher in assist their undergraduate or postgraduate sports and outdoor education with the focus of studies in sport at VU, along with the increasing the confidence of students. opportunity to receive mentoring from a VU Professor Clare Hanlon, the inaugural Susan Alumni sport community leader. Alberti Women in Sport chair, says the Victoria The first two recipients of the Victoria University Women in Sport Scholarships has University Women in Sport Scholarship are the potential to change lives. Laura Oakley and Zoe Pease. “We are excited and proud to award these Laura is studying the bachelor of outdoor scholarships to Laura and Zoe, two committed education and environmental science. and enthusiastic women who are making the After a past traumatic experience resulting most of this unique opportunity,” she says. in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), “VU remains committed to advancing Laura continues to focus on progressing in her women and girls in sport by creating sport of white water rafting and kayaking. opportunities for impactful change. As part of her recovery, Laura is re-building Determined women like Laura and Zoe have confidence and committed to the prevention of a crucial part to play in shaping the future of workplace harassment and supporting other women in sport and leadership roles within the women who may have had similar experiences. sporting industry, VU is helping them along.”

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Parents must be diligent Cyberbullying is a deeply embedded problem in society, with one in five young people under the age of 18 reporting that they have experienced online bullying in any one year, but schools cannot solve the problem alone. This is the view of Professor Marilyn Campbell, of the Queensland University of Technology, a world-expert on cyberbullying.

Professor Campbell has recently published Reducing Cyberbullying in Schools, which focuses on international evidenced-based strategies for preventing cyberbullying, including tips for parents. Professor Campbell spent two decades as a teacher, before becoming a registered psychologist and then moving into educational research. She says that to help address cyberbullying, we need to be looking outside the school yard and into the home. “While schools obviously have a role to play, we need to ensure parents are playing an active role in dealing with cyberbullying,” says Professor Campbell. “Most cyberbullying is initiated outside of the school, so we need to make sure parents know how to respond – whether their child is being bullied or, in fact, is the bully.”

Often, the policing of cyberbullying is seen as an area for schools and teachers to manage, but Professor Campbell says that parents shouldn’t pass on the responsibility for seeing that their children are safe in digital environments. “Parents are their children’s first teachers, and they are the people supplying their children with the technology,” says Professor Campbell. “Both of those factors add up to parents having a very important role to play – they can’t just say ‘This is something for schools to deal with,’ and wash their hands of it.” “No-one is suggesting that this is an easy space to navigate – far from it. But appropriate online relationships are just like appropriate offline relationships – they thrive on respect and empathy, despite the fact that they are being conducted behind the veil of online anonymity. “Parents need to make sure they are teaching their children how to conduct those kinds of relationships.”

Professor Marilyn Campbell. (Supplied)

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Supporting students through the pandemic For Victorian students in their final years of school, as well as their parents, carers, families and teachers – this has been a year like no other. The Victorian government has announced more support for VCE students, stating every student will be individually assessed, and any adverse impacts of coronavirus will be reflected in ATAR rankings as part of a wide-ranging process to ensure fair and accurate results in this unprecedented year of school – taking a huge mental load off students and their families as we head towards exams. The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) will introduce a wide-ranging “Consideration of Educational Disadvantage” process to calculate VCE scores, taking into account disruptions to learning caused by the coronavirus pandemic. This new process will mean the only thing impacted students need to focus on is their exams – and doing their best. Minister for Education James Merlino says: “With this additional support, we’ll make sure every student at every age has the support to be their best.” In a normal year, individual students are assessed for special consideration on a case by case basis. This year, schools will provide the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) with information on every single one of their students. These reforms will reach every year 12 VCE student in the state, ensuring the experiences of the class of 2020 are factored into their results. The VCAA will consider a range of data alongside exam results, including a student’s expected achievement levels before the impact of coronavirus, school assessments completed prior to remote and flexible learning, the General Achievement Test (GAT) and a range of statistical analyses to calculate final results.

A raft of changes has been introduced so senior students are not disadvantaged by the coronavirus pandemic. (iStock)

This may include assessing the individual impact of coronavirus on each student, including school closures, direct impacts on the health of a student, students dealing with substantial extra family responsibilities, ongoing issues with remote learning and mental health challenges.

This will then be used to calculate a student’s final VCE results and ATAR rank, ensuring that our kids’ final results take into account not only their performance in an exam – but their courage and commitment in the face of huge adversity. This adds to the steps already taken by the

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LEMON RIND BISCUITS Ingredients 150g butter 1 3/4 cups caster sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla essence

Grated rind of 1 lemon 300ml sour cream 5 cups self raising flour 2 cups icing sugar

Method 1. Cream butter and caster sugar using electric beater. 2. Add eggs, vanilla essence, lemon rind and beat until mixture is fluffy. 3. Add sour cream and mix well. 4. Fold in self raising flour (use hands to mix). 5. Leave in an airtight container in fridge overnight. 6. Next day: Preheat oven to 160 degrees. 7. Roll mixture into balls. 8. Roll each ball in icing sugar and place on a tray lined with baking paper. Add an extra sprinkle of icing sugar to the top. 9. Bake for 10 minutes or until biscuits start to brown on top. 10. Let biscuits cool and enjoy!

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Shannon McFerran will coach Keilor’s women’s team. (Supplied)

Shannon McFerran began her football life in the western suburbs and she returns to her roots after being named Keilor’s new women’s coach. One of Australia’s top women footballers, McFerran turned her focus to coaching once she finished her playing career. She’s spent the past five years as an AFLW assistant coach, while juggling a role as Carlton’s VFLW coach for the past three years. She said with two young boys she wanted to find a balance with football and family life - something she thinks she can achieve at the Essendon District Football League club. “I’m looking forward to it, it should be good,” she said. “I know that they’re a really good club … the opportunity kind of came up and it was kind of too good not to take part in it. “I was looking forward to a fresh sort of start at grass roots level again and getting back into that should be good.” McFerran, who is completing a level three

AFL coach accreditation, said she has heard a lot of good things about Keilor. Former Keilor coach Emma Kerry has been part of the Carlton VFLW coaching panel, while Sarah and Gemma Wright both made the transition from Keilor to Carlton’s VFLW before being drafted. “The club itself has a great culture and reputation of a really good female program, which is always really exciting, and in juniors as well,” McFerran said. “I think that’s always important to have a pathway there so they can stay at the one club and start from such a young age and journey the way through, so that for me is a huge part of my decision, seeing them develop all the way through.” McFerran said there was still a lot of unknowns as to when football could start and how things would look with COVID-19. She was hopeful of being able to have some training sessions before Christmas. The Blues finished runners-up in premier division in 2019.

Darley is back training

Danza Hyatt will again be in Darley colours this season. (Shawn Smits) 203366_03

force is to make sure we back up what we produced last season. “I’m not saying we’ll go through undefeated again, but we want to be asking questions at the end of the year.” One player who is returning for the Lions is former West Indies international player Danza Hyatt. Hyatt, who starred for the Lions last season, has spent the off season in Australia.

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Bowden back for Lancefield

By Tara Murray Darley cricket players excitedly hit the cricket nets last week, but have had to start pre-season training without their coach. With COVID-19 regional lockdown rules changing mid week, cricketers in regional areas were given permission to train in groups of 10. While the majority of players hit the nets, coach Brian Wheelahan can’t join them as he lives in Melton, which is classified as a metro area and still in stage four lockdown. He said while it was disappointing he couldn’t be at training, he understands the significance of why. “I rang the [COVID-19] hot line yesterday and I’m not essential service so I can’t go to training,” Wheelahan said. “It’s a mixed bag returning to training. The boys are excited to get together, but there are strict guidelines and we don’t know what to expect the next few weeks.” Wheelahan said there was a group of four or five players who had formed a leadership group last season who would take charge of coaching for the meantime. He said he was more than confident that they would be able to get the job done. Wheelahan said the group was excited to get back and train. “It’s exciting for them to get back to some form of normality,” he said. “It’s a little bit different and there’s new learnings along the way. Everyone else is in the same boat.” Wheelahan isn’t the only one affected by the different lockdowns, with Rahmatullah Khwaja living in Sunbury, which is also a metro area. The Ballarat Cricket Association was due to meet on Thursday with hopes of being able to reveal a start date for the season. The Lions, who went through last season undefeated and were awarded the premiership after the season was called off due to COVID-19, will have a different side this season. Englishman Harry Killoran, who made more than 600 runs, won’t be coming out to Australia. Jake Wilkie lives in Ocean Grove and Ryan Ali’s playing future is up in the air due to work. Wheelahan said the focus was to continue on what they had put in place last season. “We’ve lost four out of our premiership side,” he said. “It gives opportunities for blokes like Joel Cadman, Jordan Monaghan and Drew Locke to put their hands up. “We’ll be super competitive and our driving

“It’s always unknown territory when you head into a new position, but I think the club and previous coach have really kind of worked hard at keeping a good relationship with all the players and hopefully we can hit the ground running. “I’m really excited and keen to get the ball rolling.” Having been involved with football most of her life, McFerran said it was exciting how far female football had developed since she started. “I always talk about my junior days at St Albans and I loved growing up in the western suburbs of Melbourne,” she said. “The opportunity now is greater than when I was their age. I think the growth has been huge and it’s through the hard work of people at local clubs running those programs and maintaining them that is integral to the growth. “We see some really good AFLW players come out of those clubs which has been great.”

“The West Indies have different rules and they weren’t allowing flights in,” Wheelahan said. “The club has been great in accommodating Danza and when the decision was made about training he was at the nets and running laps that day. “Cricket is his life and he can’t wait to start like the rest of us. I’ve said it a few times before he’s a class above and the best player I’ve played with or coached.”

A familiar face has returned to Lancefield Cricket Club and is stepping into the coaching hot seat for the upcoming Gisborne and District Cricket Association season. Multiple premiership-winning star Matthew Bowden has returned to the club after having the past two seasons off. Bowden said it was exciting to return to the club. “I stepped away from the club due to family commitments with our first baby and thought I would have a year off,” he said. “We then had renovations at home and I just wanted to focus on that over the last couple of years. We had another boy last month, but we’re a bit more settled. “With no footy this year, I’ve gone crazy with the free time so I’ve decided to play cricket again. “I was at the AGM and they said they were looking for a coach. I enjoyed working alongside Digger [Luke Barker] previously and I thought I would give it a crack.” Bowden, who is also captain of the Lancefield senior football team, said he was looking forward to working with the young kids coming through the club. He is hoping he won’t be the only player returning to the club. “There’s a few players who are questionable at the moment, it’s hard with the COVID-19 side of things with work and trying to make a commitment. “A few players who played the McIntyre Cup might play a few games. The two Malone boys[ Luke and Nathan] and Jarryd McGill. Most players from last year have committed.” The Tigers, who claimed the north premiership last season will play in division 2 this season, with the hopes of fielding a second team in a lower division. Bowden said they had hoped to play in the higher Jensen Shield, but were prepared to do the hard work to rise up the grades. The Tigers will again field a women’s side, this season in the new Gisborne and District Cricket Association competition. The Tigers are still looking for a coach. Applications close September 25. Tara Murray

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