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Outer Space in Newport The Substation at Newport will host a free two-day celebration dubbed Outer Space at its Market arts venue and outside in Paine Reserve. The mix of arts, music, performance and workshops will include music ranging from Aboriginal techno DJs, Tongberang’i Ngarra, to much-loved local ensemble, Newport Fiddle and Folk Club. Highlights include art-science collective Skunk Control, from Victoria University, which will showcase its large art installations as seen at major events like White Night Melbourne, and The Orbweavers performing songs and spoken word about waterways in Melbourne’s west. People will be able to see the work of artist Amos Gebhardt in their exhibition, Spooky Action (at a distance). It features large-scale video art and photography centred on identity, queerness and resistance. The two-day event coincides with the reopening of Paine Reserve, which has been upgraded by Hobsons Bay council. Outer Space celebrates a reawakening after being closed for 11 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Substation artistic director Brad Spolding said. Outer Space is on Friday, March 12, from 6-10pm and Saturday, March 13, from 3pm to midnight. For a full program, visit the thesubstation.org.au Goya Dmytryshchak

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$229m ‘computer hotel’ A $229 million data centre to be built in West Footscray has been applauded for creating 100 jobs and helping put the City of Maribyrnong on the map. NextDC, a publicly listed Australian developer and operator of data centres, is behind the plan for 25-27 Indwe Street. Chief executive Craig Scroggie addressed a meeting of Maribyrnong council last week, at which the application was approved.

“We essentially build all the hotels for computers that run the internet,” he said. “This development that we are going to be undertaking with your support in Footscray will be another world class piece of technology infrastructure. “When we make a development and an investment of this scale, it’s hundreds of millions of dollars but it becomes a core piece of technology infrastructure not just for the local community but for the state of Victoria and it’s something that we hope to be able

to build on and invest in further over many decades to come.” Mid last year, NextDC bought the site from boutique developer CostaFox, the latter which had planned to convert it into a business park. CostaFox’s proposal had received more than 90 objections, while NextDC’s plan received five. Mr Scroggie said his company built centres that were different to ordinary warehouse-style development.

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“We build very beautiful buildings,” he said. “We are extremely focused on our impact on the environment. “We see the role that technology plays over time as being a leader in sustainability – we build solar arrays and wind farms and use kinetic energy rather than batteries to provide power to the computers that store all this wonderful data that we rely on today for commerce.” ■ Continued:

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With autumn now upon us, I would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to continue to explore the City’s parks and open spaces which we have worked hard during the COVID lockdown to ensure are well maintained and full of life. I know many of you are already enjoying the new naturebased play space at Pipemakers Park in Maribyrnong. The playground, designed for children of all ages and abilities, features natural materials and elements inspired by the beauty of the surrounding parkland and the Wurundjeri theme of ‘Layers of Country’.

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The restoration of the ‘History of the Land Gardens’ and new signs tells the story of the gardens. The open space improvements have been funded by a $1 million grant from the Victorian Government. While we celebrate the opportunity to explore our open spaces, it seems fitting to also recognise the accolade to lifelong volunteers and open space advocates, Peter and Lola Anderson, who were named 2021 Citizens of the Year at the annual Civic Awards ceremony held in February. This amazing couple have been instrumental in the protection and ongoing development of Cruickshank Park for over 50 years. It is thanks to volunteers such as Peter and Lola that we have open spaces like Cruickshank Park that can be enjoyed by the whole community.

Maribyrnong City Council’s Councillors have been busy. 1. Mayor Cr Michael Clarke speaking to residents at a recent ‘community conversation’ session regarding the Draft Traffic Management Plan for Braybrook (south).

We were also pleased to receive the results of the Annual Community Satisfaction survey with our highest ever rating. Although a great result, there is still work to be done and we are looking to address areas the community has told us they want to see us continue to improve. To keep up-to-date about our programs and facilities, please follow us on Facebook or visit the website: maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

2. Cr Cuc Lam with committee members of West Footscray Neighbourhood House. 3. The Mayor and Councillors during a workshop discussing the Council Plan. 4. Cr Bernadette Thomas speaking with guests at the 2021 Civic Awards ceremony.

Please note, the appropriate COVID-safe practices were followed at the time the photos were taken.

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COUNCIL MEETINGS Mar Tuesday 2, 4.30pm – Enterprise Maribyrnong Delegated Committee Tuesday 16, 6.30pm – Council Meeting Tuesday 23, 6.30pm – City Development Delegated Committee Council meetings remain closed to the public until further notice. Meetings can be livestreamed via Council’s YouTube channel and community members can submit questions for public question time by emailing governance@maribyrnong. vic.gov.au by 4pm on the day of the meeting.

In my day job, I am a Waste and Litter Education Officer. Lately we have all been home a lot, potentially consuming more. But with Clean Up Australia Day taking place this week, it’s a timely reminder that we must manage our waste responsibly. I have recently seen disposable masks in the gutter, which is really disappointing, and I don’t understand why people pick up their dog poo, only to leave the bag on the ground. Through reducing, reusing and recycling (including composting) we can massively reduce the amount of waste we produce, and by ensuring all waste goes in a bin (not on top or next to one) we can keep our streets, parks and waterways clean. If you are finding that your bins are overflowing, contact Council for advice, and if you see someone polluting, report it. Finally, join in and clean up, if we all do our bit we can keep Maribyrnong beautiful! www. cleanupaustraliaday.org.au Cr Simon Crawford Yarraville Ward

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Kinnears towers approved By Goya Dmytryshchak More than 400 apartments across six towers ranging from five to 15 storeys have been approved for the former Kinnears Ropeworks factory site in Footscray. The second stage of the landmark $880 million Kinnears residential development was last week approved by Maribyrnong council. Nearly 20 years after closing its doors following more than a century of operation, the rope factory site in Ballarat Road is being redeveloped into a residential, retail and community precinct named Ropeworks Footscray.

Stage two comprises 407 apartments, 1112 square metres of retail space, 370 onsite car spaces and 253 secure bicycle spaces. As part of R&F Property Australia’s redevelopment, three historic buildings are being restored and networks of heritage laneways will be preserved. Maribyrnong mayor Michael Clarke said the development would again make the municipality “the jewel in the crown of the west”. “This is a long time coming,” he said. “Whilst there has been a request for a reduction in car parking spaces, in spite of the fact that we’re looking at 407 apartments, the request for car parking reduction is only 14 spaces. That can well and truly be consumed in

the precinct in and around the Kinnears site. “This particular [development] will turn what is a moribund industrial site into a vibrant housing precinct that will be very much 21st century both in its design and in its capacity to meet the needs of an ever-growing population in Maribyrnong. “ The first apartment tower as part of stage one, comprising 208 dwellings and known as Live City at Ropeworks, has been completed at the site. The development is ultimately expected to have several luxury residential and mixed-use buildings, plus cafes, restaurants, a supermarket, gym, and a childcare centre.

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No secrets to lasting love They met when he started prep school and last Thursday they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Altona North’s Marjorie and Barry Bennett, aged 83 and 81, respectively, first laid eyes on each other at Kingsville State School. “I’m two years older than him so I knew all the run of the school, I helped him when he started so he knew what to do,” Mrs Bennett said. “From then on, we were friends, and then we became involved in the YMCA.” Mr Bennett said they spent much of their

teenage years at Kingsville YMCA, which was the first to provide co-ed membership in those days. It was there that romance blossomed. The couple wed on February 25, 1961, in Kingsville. Mrs Bennett worked as a dressmaker while Mr Bennett managed airport electrical facilities with the Department of Civil Aviation. They share a son and a daughter, and seven grandchildren. When asked the secret to a long marriage, Mr Bennett joked: “Say yes”. “We always have our tiffles but if you be honest with each other – no secrets – it doesn’t matter,”

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he said. “We had no secrets whatsoever.” Mrs Bennett said the pair shared many social interests, including a love of football and the Bulldogs, whose paraphernalia adorns the home they have lived in since 1962. She said good communication was key to their marriage. “When things happen, we can talk about them and sort them out,” she said. “We don’t carry any grudges, we open up and we talk about it. “We’ve done most things together.”

An Altona North car auction company has been fined more than $8000 for failing to stop contaminated water escaping its premises, risking Cherry Creek that flows into Port Phillip Bay. Manheim Pty Ltd in Gordon Luck Avenue was given six months to fix the problem before being fined, the Environment Protection Authority said. Officers detected the problem during a routine inspection. EPA western metropolitan regional manager Stephen Lansdell said the company had shown “patent non-compliance”. “A case like this is disappointing because the company was given clear instructions and a firm deadline so it could do the right thing by the environment and the community, but clearly failed to do so,” he said. “This is patent non-compliance with environmental requirements, for which we have zero tolerance at EPA. “EPA officers will continue inspections at the property until we are satisfied that the risks are appropriately managed.” Officers had inspected a salvage yard on the site where damaged cars were stored in a gravel area. They discovered that the gravel area, with room for about 3000 cars, was contaminated with hydrocarbons. An oily substance was found on the surface of an open stormwater drain that ran through the property and into nearby Cherry Creek. EPA officers issued the company with a Pollution Abatement Notice requiring it to install controls that collect stormwater and treat it before it can leave the property. Goya Dmytryshchak

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NOTICE OF AN APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMIT

Application PA2048481 Maria Rossi of 64 Queen Street, Altona has lodged a planning application for the Removal of Restrictive Covenant 1514773 at 64 Queen Street, Altona. The application and supporting documentation may be inspected via Council’s online permit management system ‘Greenlight’, at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov. au. If you do not have internet access contact Council on 1300 179 944 between 8.30am and 5.00pm to make other arrangements. Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Council in writing by 17 March 2021, including the reasons for an objection and stating how the objector would be affected. Objectors will be advised of the decision. For details, please contact Alex McKenna-Cocks on 1300 179 944.

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Serial criminal a community ‘risk’ By Goya Dmytryshchak A 31-year-old man has failed to have his visa reinstated after it was cancelled over a string of crimes, including trying to set fire to a St Albans service station and a group attack on a man catching a train from Footscray to Sunshine. The Administrative Appeals Tribunal of Australia has agreed with the visa cancellation of the man, given the pseudenym of JJNY, who was born in Sudan and arrived in Australia in 2002. JJNY had been sentenced for 68 offences since 2007, the tribunal heard. He was convicted of crimes including armed robbery, assaulting

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police, recklessly causing serious injury, assault with a weapon and firearms offences. Since October 2016, he has been held in, firstly, criminal custody and, subsequently, immigration detention. A Victoria Police incident summary report

stated that one of JJNY’s victims had caught a train from Footscray to Sunshine before being assaulted and robbed by a group. The tribunal said JJNY’s most serious offence of reckless conduct endangering life happened at 5.07pm on December, 14, 2016, when he entered a 7-Eleven service station in Taylors Road, St Albans, and unsuccessfully used a cigarette lighter to try to ignite petrol fumes from two petrol nozzles. The prosecution had told the Sunshine Magistrates Court: “This incident was witnessed by a male who immediately feared the accused’s actions and knew if he did not act he and other persons present would almost

certainly have been killed. The witness grabbed a nearby fire extinguisher and began spraying the accused who attempted to set fire to the petrol.” Tribunal deputy president John Sosso said: “It is very fortunate that the petrol station incident did not result in loss of life. “The tribunal has formed the view that there is at least a medium risk, and possibly a significant risk, to the Australian community of the applicant (JJNY) engaging in further criminal or other serious conduct if he were to be released back into society. “That risk includes, but is not limited to, the commission of acts of violence.”

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An image of the motel to be built in association with an existing caravan park at Braybrook. (Swanbury Penglase)

Motel plan to help boost tourism A proposal for a three-storey motel linked to an existing caravan park at Braybrook was last week approved by Maribyrnong council. The site at 125-155 Ashley Street is buffered from residences and no objections were received. Councillor Cuc Lam said the $20 million motel would promote tourism in Maribyrnong and help the local economy recover from the coronavirus pandemic. “I’m really, really so excited to see the project

happening,” she said. “The proposal is seeking to provide improved facilities to the existing caravan park with an investment of $20 million in the local economy and creating local jobs. “That is so exciting after the pandemic. “Hopefully, our local people have more jobs. “The proposal is promoting tourism within Maribyrnong with an increasing choice of accommodation offerings while respecting the amenity of the adjoining properties. “A number of significant trees are retained

– this is so important for the environment – and additional trees will be planted during the construction to compensate for any loss of the native vegetation.” Parking and access were deemed appropriate and the Department of Transport had no objections to the proposal subject to conditions, which included relocating the bus stop along Ashley Street.

Volunteers are being sought by the Newport RSL Sub-branch to help raise funds for this year’s ANZAC Appeal. President Bob Gladysz said the sub-branch aimed to top its previous fundraising record of $9000. “We have set an ambitious fundraising target for this year’s ANZAC Appeal and need our community’s support to reach our goal,” he said. “We would welcome the support of anyone who has an hour or two of their time to donate to the appeal. “This could involve helping us pack the badges into trays, dropping our ANZAC Appeal badges off at local schools or businesses, or helping us sell badges in one of our many locations. “Our appeals are an important fundraising event for our club, which now has broadened its area of assistance to include the greater Williamstown and Newport region.” Mr Gladysz, who was in the last intake for national service during the Vietnam War, took over as president in 2019 when the Newport RSL club was in danger of being permanently closed. The community had rallied to support the Newport sub-branch, which vowed to run its traditional club on a firm voluntary basis. To register your interest in volunteering, call Newport RSL Sub-branch secretary Ian Nicholls on 0419 524 454. Goya Dmytryshchak

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He said his team had ensured the building would have a “very sympathetic design for the local residents”. “We also want to invite those residents to have the opportunity to work with us as well,” Mr Scroggie said. “We have many employment opportunities as a technology business … and that is customer services, security, electrical and mechanical engineers – the support of all the facilities is provided by locals.”

Mr Scroggie said there would not be many comings and goings, and visitors to the centre would have to book parking. The proposal includes a cafe accessible to the public and 250 car spaces. Mayor Michael Clarke said the data centre would put Maribyrnong on the map. “This is beyond a quarter of a billion dollars investment in our city, this is one of the biggest investments that I’ve come across in our city, particularly in the area of the new technologies,” he said. “This type of initiative would not have

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been seen in our city 20 years ago, not by any stretch of the imagination. “A hundred employees, so again, employment opportunities. Hopefully those opportunities will be taken up by many of our own residents. “It’s the type of industry that we hope for … and it’s the type of industry that we can only wish to foster going forward. “It puts us on the map as being [a municipality] that is trying to embrace the technologies and the industry opportunities of the 21st century.”

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Kmart comes to Highpoint By Goya Dmytryshchak Highpoint Shopping Centre last week announced a Kmart will open later this year, with Target to close and David Jones to reduce in size. From April, the centre’s David Jones store will reduce from two levels to one, as works start in preparation for Kmart moving into the bottom level (the centre’s level two). Ahead of Kmart opening, the Target store will close and Target workers will be offered new jobs at Kmart. Last year, Wesfarmers, which owns Kmart and Target, announced a number of Target stores would be converting to the booming Kmart brand and some would close. Kmart Australia retail director John Gualtieri said he was “proud to be bringing Kmart’s irresistibly low prices to one of the country’s biggest retail destinations”. “At Kmart, we aim to make everyday living brighter for all of our customers and believe giving them greater accessibility to our on-trend and affordable product range helps do so,” he said. “We are excited to open our doors at Highpoint later this year.” Centre manager Cristina Persico said Highpoint was thrilled to welcome Australia’s biggest retailer. She said an announcement would soon be made about new retailers to move into the space currently occupied by Target. Wesfarmers has established a cross-divisional working group to identify redeployment opportunities for affected workers, giving them priority consideration for new roles at Kmart and online retailer Catch. Workers may also be redeployed to Wesfarmers’ Bunnings and Officeworks businesses.

Photos preserve memory of pier An Altona photographer is preserving memories of Altona Pier through large-scale images, before the old wooden structure is replaced with a modern design. Detailed design work is under way on a $10 million modern pier with an angled head, with construction expected to start in the second half of 2021 and finish in late 2023. Photographer Russell Cassar said the pier had always been a colourful and vibrant hallmark of Altona life and instantly conjured up memories. “We can all instantly remember what it feels like to walk the old timber’s bare-footed, the feeling of the timber’s texture under our toes,” he said. “We have all huddled under the pier on those scorching hot summer days. “As kids, we have all dared each other to take a big jump off the top rail at the end of the pier hoping we clear the bottom platform on the way down. As kids we all remember fishing from the end of the pier. “But most of all, I have concentrated my photography on the old pier as it’s the only way I know to preserve her memory. I’d hate it to be forgotten – she deserves better.” Altona Pier was built in 1888 and was originally 149 metres longer, extending nearly 400 metres into Altona Bay. Russell Cassar stands before one of his photos of Altona Pier. (Supplied)

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It is great to see continued improvements to our recreation facilities across the municipality, knowing how important they are to the health and wellbeing of our community. I also know there is a lot of love for Skinner Reserve where our families have grown up playing football and other sports. This is why I am keen to let you know that we are looking at improvements here and want to be sure you let us know what you think about them. Late last year, when we asked whether you would like to see an upgrade, there was general support from those who responded. It’s important now to tell us how you feel about the improvements we are proposing to support safe and continued access for the community for years to come. Some of the suggested changes include an upgraded oval surface, new two-lane running track with lanes inside the fence line and the new LED lighting poles to improve visibility to support night activity and competitions. We’re expecting the improvements, particularly to the oval surface and drainage, will more than double the amount of time our sporting clubs will be able to use the facility – from the current 10-15 hours to up to 35 hours per week. I know, following the lockdown, many in our community have been missing that social connection and are looking for opportunities to reconnect. An upgraded Skinner Reserve will also provide a space for more family oriented activities – not just sports – as well as local festivals, which I also know our community

Briefs Cleanaway fined Cleanaway at Laverton North, which treats and stores industrial waste, has been fined $8261 by the Environment Protection Authority for failing to comply with licence conditions. It had received two official warnings for emitting an offensive odour offsite and for emitting visible black smoke on April 22, 2020.

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is wanting to see more of. Please let us know your thoughts by filling in the survey on our engagement platform www.yourcityyourvoice. com.au until March 21, 2021. We have also finished our 330-metre-long path for pedestrians and cyclists at Cranwell Reserve, Braybrook, that provides safe access to the Maribyrnong River Trail – a vital walkway along the Maribyrnong River in the west, which encourages our community to enjoy the outdoors. Since our Bicycle Strategy was adopted last April we’ve also been making some great changes. This includes completion of the first section of the separated bicycle lane in Maribyrnong (Eldridge Street) as a part of the Footscray to Highpoint bicycle route, the installation of 48 bike hoops and seven new bicycle maintenance stations around the city. We’ve also installed stair ramps to improve access from the Maribyrnong River Trail to Victoria University and Mills Close.

Work has started on a new underpass for commuters, pedestrians and cyclists at Laverton’s Aircraft station. The package of works – which also includes 100 extra parking spaces along with new shade, seating and landscaping – follow on from the removal of the Aviation Road level crossing in 2019.

Community grants Community groups are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to $50,000 for conservation projects and habitat restoration. Altona MP Jill Hennessy and Werribee MP Tim Pallas last week urged groups to apply for a Community Volunteer Action Grant (CVAG), Aboriginal Community Caring for Country Grant (ACCCG) or to the Port Phillip Bay Fund (PPBF). Closing dates for the PPBF and CVAG are April 1, and April 22 for the ACCCG. Details: environment.vic.gov.au/grants FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Stroke victim left waiting By Alesha Capone A Point Cook man has called for an investigation after he waited more than 90 minutes for an ambulance and 75 minutes to be admitted to a hospital bed following a stroke in January. Western Metropolitan MP Bernie Finn raised the incident in Parliament last month, after he was contacted by the stroke victim. Star Weekly has spoken with the 71-year-old man, who has a history of heart attacks and has previously undergone a triple bypass.

The man, who asked to remain anonymous, said he was speaking to his son over the telephone on January 28, when he started to have difficulty talking. “Somehow I found my way into the lounge room,” the man said. He said his son arrived and called an ambulance about 4.20pm, but paramedics did not arrive until about 6pm. “I could’ve died 10 times in this time, if it was a serious stroke,” the man said. Paramedics diagnosed him as having a stroke, and took him to Werribee Mercy Hospital. The

man said he spent more than an hour waiting to be admitted to a hospital bed. The paramedics stayed with him during this time. The following day, the man’s wife drove him to the Epworth Hospital, where his cardiologist is based. He spent five nights at Epworth. The man said he wants an investigation so no one else has to go through a similar experience. “I don’t blame the paramedics at all though, it’s not their fault,” he said. Mr Finn said he was “horrified” by the man’s experience. He said the state government had not kept pace with the growing demand for

emergency services in Wyndham. A Mercy Health spokesperson said the man arrived at Werribee Mercy Hospital emergency department by ambulance at 6.53pm and was triaged and assessed within 29 minutes. “Due to the busy nature of the emergency department, the patient was required to wait 1 hour and 15 minutes before entering an emergency bed,” the spokesperson said. “While the patient … was under observation and supervision of clinical staff at all times, we acknowledge that waiting can create anxiety and distress for patients and their loved ones.”

Reusables passed on People in need will be the beneficiaries of an event where people can drop off goods they no longer want. Hobsons Bay council is this month hosting the ‘Pass it On – Reusables Drop-off Day’ in the Toyota carpark at Altona North. All goods will be donated to local charities, who will be at the event to help ensure items are effectively redistributed. Items in good, reusable and working condition are being sought in the categories of dressmaking, DIY, electrical (up to 10 years old), furniture, gardening, kitchen, leisure and white goods. Hobsons Bay mayor Jonathon Marsden said the event was also a sustainable way to pass on unwanted goods. “Reducing our carbon footprint and improving our recycling capacity is a big journey, made up of lots of little steps,” he said. “This is a fantastic small step we can all

make together in reducing our impact on the environment and ensuring good quality items find a second home. “I think during recent lockdowns we’ve all felt the walls of our houses close in on us. “It’s really stressed the value of decluttering our home of all the things we don’t use anymore. “Events like ‘Pass it On’ are a brilliant way to find a good home for the teens’ old bikes, the old computer, vacuum or musical instrument, and create a little extra valuable space at home.” Pass it On – Reusables Drop-off Day runs from 8am-1pm on Saturday, March 13 at gate 4 of the Toyota carpark, Grieve Parade, Altona North. For details and a full list of accepted items, visit hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/recycling or call 1300 179 944. Daniel Barnett from West Welcome Wagon,which will help at the pass it on event.

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We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re upgrading the Sunbury Line allowing bigger, more modern trains to run on the line. We’re also building an alternative to the West Gate Bridge. Train disruptions: Buses and coaches replace trains in both directions Sunbury Line

Until 7 Mar

Flagstaff and North Melbourne to Sunbury

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Geelong and Warrnambool lines

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For all or part of the line

Werribee and Williamstown lines

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North Melbourne to Newport and Williamstown

Road disruptions: Closed roads and lanes Williamstown Road

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Road closed in both directions under the West Gate Freeway

Millers Road

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Road closed in both directions under the West Gate Freeway

Cherry Street, Werribee

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Closed between Cottrell Street and Princes Highway

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“It’s not only the first in Australia but probably the first in the world in terms also Vietnamese commu of nity,” he said. “There the others in the US, but are they Mr Do said the museumare private.” was important the diaspora to tell and preserve its history for “We arrived here more . than 40 years ago refugees,” he said. as “Mostly, each refugee tell because we escaped would have a story to from the Communist regimes in Vietnam and we went throug journey through the h Southeast Asian countrithe and then we were es accepted by countri the US, Australia, es like Canada and other countries in Europe. “When we escaped , the horrible journey most of us went through of pirates … the memor was so horrible. y “We wanted to share our story and we want future generations to Australians to undersunderstand us and for through. Our generat tand what we’ve been ion that’s been here more is the first generation than 40 years so it is starting to fade out. “We want future generat Mr Do said the buildin ions, our children, our grandchildren filled with significance. g’s architecture was , to understand and “Bamboo is strong one day to come and find and it’s also flexible “Do you see the curve, out we were here, a way it shows how , so in kept the Austra like bamboo,” Mr so they said. we adapted here. understand the past lian colour, Do and find their roots.” “Then you see, from The building’s shimm like Uluru.” afar it’s like a wave. “That’s part of our ering gold parape Waves represent our based on legend that countryside life. journey at sea. the Vietnamese people t is “The colour is the descended from the Australian red desert. egg sac of a dragon are We fairy, Mr Do and a said.

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Satisfaction at all-time high By Goya Dmytryshchak Community satisfaction with Maribyrnong City Council is at an all-time high after it recorded a score of 6.99 out of 10 in its annual community satisfaction survey. It is the 17th survey conducted by Metropolis Research on behalf of the council. The 2020 result moves Maribyrnong from near the bottom of the ‘league table’ of metropolitan councils to the middle of the pack, according to a report tabled at last week’s council meeting.

Services and facilities with the highest level of satisfaction included libraries, weekly garbage collection, fortnightly recycling and green waste collection, playgrounds, parks, gardens and services for children from birth to four and for older people. Services and facilities with the lowest levels of satisfaction included public toilets, parking enforcement, footpath and road maintenance and repairs, services for people with a disability, the Your City, Your Voice online consultation tool, management and amount of illegally dumped rubbish, and cleaning and

maintenance of Footscray CBD. “Newer residents, those under 34 or over 75, couple-only, group and multi-lingual households, as well as residents of Braybrook are among the most satisfied,” the report states. “Longer-term residents, those aged 45-74, singles, two-parent families with young children, and households where a member is disabled, and who are predominantly English-speaking, as well as residents of Yarraville are among the least satisfied.” The report states that COVID-19 impacted

both the methodology of the survey and the results, specifically rates. “While council implemented a zero increase, increased valuations also increased payments for some ratepayers who were also struggling with the impacts on income of forced lockdowns,” the report states. “The pandemic also pushed the survey time frame out coinciding with the delivery of rates instalments.” Eight hundred randomly-selected residents were surveyed by phone rather than the traditional doorstop face-to-face interviews.

Pathway to good health A new shared path for pedestrians and cyclists has been constructed at Braybrook’s Cranwell Reserve, providing access to the Maribyrnong River Trail. Cranwell Reserve overlooks the Maribyrnong River valley and provides access to the trail and an outdoor playground, including public facilities such as a barbecue area, seating and drinking fountain. Maribyrnong mayor Michael Clarke said the new 330-metre path replaced an old gravel one, providing a safer and more-functional surface for visitors. “The Maribyrnong River Trail is a popular destination for locals and visitors to the area and I am in no doubt this new shared access path will be welcomed and enjoyed by users in the area, especially with the warmer weather,” he said. “Helping ensure residents have access to sustainable infrastructure that promotes

active transport, and is safe and functional, is a key part of supporting happy and healthy community for generations to come.” The path has new line-marking, decals and safety guard rails. It supports the council’s Bicycle Strategy 2020-2030, a 10-year plan to encourage cycling by creating a safe and inviting environment for riders. Further developments in the area will include the construction of a new path along the Maribyrnong River, near Medway Golf Course. Goya Dmytryshchak

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MY PLACE Duke Street Community Centre manager Lana Bedford has always called the western suburbs home. She speaks with Tara Murray about what she loves about the local area.

What are your favourite things to do around Braybrook and the surrounding areas? As a community development professional, I am passionate about building a stronger and more resilient Braybrook community. So, my favourite thing is to work with individuals and groups to give them the skills they need to undertake projects in the local community. One example is a partnership we have with Braybrook College Community Services students. Each year the students develop a community engagement project to address an area of identified need. Some examples have included a ‘Youth Mental Health Day’ and a ‘No Waste Market’ to reduce landfill. Do you have a favourite place to eat in the area? We are spoilt for choice but if was asked to choose just one it would be Braybrook STN at Central West plaza. They have an interesting menu and the coffee is great! How long have you been at the Duke Street Community House? In 2000 I joined Duke Street as volunteer – a support worker for the Western Women’s Domestic Violence Support Network – sadly this program no longer runs out of Duke Street. From 2006-12 I held several roles at Duke Street including training officer, project

manager and community development officer. In 2016 I returned to the organisation to take on the role of manager. What does the house do and why is it so important to the local community? Duke Street Community is a not-for-profit incorporated association and provides many invaluable community services, including occasional childcare, and conducts a wide range of programs for adults and children of all backgrounds. It is a registered provider of Adult Community Education programs and runs a broad range of accredited and non-accredited programs. As a small, friendly and accessible community house, Duke Street is well placed to support individual learning needs in a safe, informal and relaxed atmosphere at low cost How are things at the house now with COVID-19 restrictions easing? As a training provider our focus is on entry level language classes, the development of basic language, literacy and numeracy skills, digital literacy, and classes for work preparedness. With COVID-19 restrictions easing our education classes have resumed to face-to-face learning. This is fantastic as most of our students are CALD learners and being able to provide face-to-face support is important for this group. Tell us something about yourself that not many people know? I was lucky enough to walk the red carpet at the Kath & Kimderella movie premier. It was so much fun to meet the cast!

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What is your connection to Braybrook and the local area? I’m a proud ‘westie’. I’ve had a lifelong connection with the area. I was raised in Sunshine and Deer Park and I have worked in Braybrook and Sunshine for many years.

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The Footscray council meeting on Monday lasted less than one hour.

Asked to “cover” the professional running carnival at the western oval on Friday under the auspices of the FFC to augment an appeal for former player “Chidder” Stevens, I went with doubts about “how it would go”.

Altona police station would have been closed last Sunday if a last-minute guarantee of overtime pay had not been made by the Chief Secretary, Sir Arthur Rylah.

Within easy reach of families across the wet, Melbourne’s two major zoos are among the city’s most iconic attractions.

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Paws for thought Adopting a pet helps the thousands of animals surrendered each year to find a new home, writes Alesha Capone.

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very year, thousands of animals are surrendered to pet shelters and rescue groups across the nation. The pets are often given up through no fault of their own, when families face a change in their circumstances, such as moving overseas, or not being able to afford a pet any more. In the 2019-2020 financial year, RSPCA Australia took in 112,530 animals – 28,072 dogs and 45,364 cats among them. While many of these animals were reclaimed or rehomed, more than 33,000 were euthansed, including 3466 dogs and 9714 cats. Animal welfare agencies and charities have long been encouraging people who want a fluffy, feathered or scaled companion to “adopt, don’t shop” to help save the lives of surrendered and rescued pets. PETstock’s charity foundation, PETstock Assist, is one of the organisations which supports this message. Across the past six years, PETstock Assist has helped to rehome more than 12,000 animals through its annual National Pet Adoption Days. This year, the organisation has decided to extend the initiative into a month-long event. Throughout March, Petstock stores across Victoria – including in Melbourne’s north and west – will celebrate National Pet Adoption Month to find new homes for pets, educate people about animal adoption and celebrate the rescue community. This will include animals that have been rescued, the owners that have committed to giving them the best life possible and foster carers. PETstock Assist charity and events lead, Jessica Curtis, said that she wanted everyone – not just people who adopt an animal – to think differently about what they can do to help break the cycle of pet homelessness. “Those who choose to adopt not shop play a critical role in reducing the number of animals in need,” she said. “Not only by providing a loving home and second chance, but also leading by example. “Our rescue parents take the time to learn a pet’s unique personality to find their perfect match, they make a long-term commitment, and ultimately, build a relationship that improves a pet’s life and their own.

PETstock Assist has helped more than 12,000 animals find a new home through its National Pet Adoption Days. (Pictures: Eugene Hyland)

“But it’s not just pet parents who are changing the lives of rescue animals in Australia. “There are countless rescue groups, volunteers and foster carers right across the nation who are all helping break the cycle.” AFLW star player and animal lover, Sharni Layton has teamed up with PETstock Assist to support National Pet Adoption Month. Ms Layton is herself a ‘pet parent’ to three rescue cats, one dog and a horse.

“Knowing that I’ve given my cats a second chance at a safe and loving home brings me so much joy,” Ms Layton said. “The companionship and support that they’ve provided in return, especially throughout 2020 and now during the AFLW season, has made such a positive difference to my life off the field.” On Saturday, March 13, volunteers and animals from local rescue groups will be in attendance at selected PETstock stores for the

seventh annual National Pet Adoption Day. The day will include education and training tips for new rescue pet owners and help for people who are looking to adopt a pet, or become a volunteer foster carer. Petstock stores are located in areas including Altona North, Bacchus Marsh, Craigieburn, Gisborne, Hoppers Crossing, Melton, Sunbury, Sunshine and Taylors Lakes. Details: petstock.com.au

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Through the lens Sunflower field in Greendale, a perfect landscape. Damjan Janevski

Knit & Natter Knitting Group Starting Wednesday, March 3, 9.30-11.30am at Craigieburn Leisure Centre, Craigieburn Road, and Hume Global Learning Centre, Craigieburn, from 1-3pm. Knit for the needy. ■ Brenda, 9308 4456

World Day of Prayer You’re invited to pray for the needs of Vanuatu and its people at local church services and events on World Day of Prayer, Friday, March 5. This year’s theme is ‘Build on a strong foundation’. ■ www.worlddayofprayeraustralia.org

Lost and found exhibit Until Thursday, March 11 Hume locals can witness Lisa Buckland’s first solo exhibition, exploring a personal journey of grief and recovery through art. The exhibition is at the Town Hall Broadmeadows Gallery on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am-4.30pm. Those unable to attend in person can view the exhibit online. ■ 9205 2200 or gallery@hume.vic.gov.au

Flower show Sunshine is celebrating 100 years of community gardening with a free flower show. See Dahlias, roses, floral art, hardy cuts, cookery, arts and crafts, and displays from local schools on Saturday, March 13, 11am-4pm at the Glengala Community Centre.

Show information session Whittlesea Agricultural Society is holding a show information session on Sunday, March 14, noon-2pm, at the Whittlesea Agricultural Society administration building, gate 1, McPhees Road, Whittlesea. Free sausage sizzle and heritage display included. ■ 9716 2835

Celebrate Riverdale Celebrate the Riverdale community at a free, family-friendly event at Riverdale Town Centre, Sunday, March 14, noon-3pm. There will be games, entertainment, live performances and food giveaways. ■ https://www.facebook.com/ events/414182066541935

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Enjoy live music and a screening of Beauty and the Beast on Friday, March 19 at The Nook, Sunbury. Gates open 5.30pm, with entertainment from 6pm and the movie screening at 7pm. BYO picnic and blanket or buy food. Registration required. ■ https://bit.ly/3tJGM4D

National Ride2School Day Take part in Ride2School Day on Friday, March 19. More than 350,000 students across the country are expected to ride, scoot, skate or walk to school to promote active travel. ■ www.ride2school.com.au

heritage walk with guide John, starting at the Williamstown Visitor Information Centre in Nelson Place, each Tuesday at 9.20am. Each week covers a different route. ■ John, 0418 377 336

Alcoholics Anonymous Regular face-to-face meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous have resumed. Meetings are held at St Thomas Anglican Church, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee, on Mondays from 7.30pm, and St Andrew’s Church Hall, Williamstown, on Wednesdays from 7pm. ■ Werribee: 0412 432 760. For other face-to-face and Zoom AA meetings call 1300 22 22 22 or visit wwww.aatimes.org.au

Make your own lantern Sunbury community members can join Indian artist Manan Walia to make individual bark ‘tree’ lanterns on Sunday, March 21, 10am-noon at the Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury. ■ https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/humecity-council-16445167964

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Struggling to lose weight? Struggling to get motivated? Want to try and do it in a friendly and less stressful atmosphere? Come and join TOWN (Take Off Weight Naturally) every Tuesday at 6pm at the Darlingsford Barn, Darlingsford Boulevard, Melton. ■ Catherine, 0416 612 517, or Bob, 0411 824 739

Rotary Club of Altona City is running a project for older Victorians to give them the confidence to use devices such as iPads, iPhones and computers. No prior knowledge is required. A local venue will be used for the project, which will run from March to June. There are no costs. Dates and times to be confirmed. Topics that may be covered include setting up an email account, using a web browser, Zoom, Facetime and cyber security. ■ Danny, 0425 769 253 or jakeandco1958@gmail.com

Heritage walks Enjoy a 90-minute leisurely

Occasional child care is available at Outlets, Newport Community Education Centre, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Sessions are available from 9am-12pm, 9am-2pm or 11am-2pm. Child care subsidies offered. ■ 9391 8504 or www.outletsco-op.com.au

Siva Somoa dance Learn Siva Samoa dance with Hobsons Bay’s own Tama Tatau. The group supports young men who have been brought up in Australia to learn Samoan and Pacific songs and dances of their ancestors. Sessions are held Mondays, 5.30-8pm, and Fridays, 5-7.30pm during school term. Cost: $10 per class. ■ Victor, tamatatau@live.com or facebook.com/tama.tatau

Greek cookbook PRONIA is inviting Greeks from Melbourne’s west to contribute recipes to a new cookbook. People aged 65 years and older, from a Greek background can submit a traditional family recipe. ■ 9388 9998 or Sonya Tsakalakis: sonyat@pronia.com.au

Conservation volunteers Join the Friends of Cobbledicks Ford for conservation work in the reserve on the second Friday of the month, 10am-noon, March to October. Registrations open 9.30am in the carpark. BYO water bottle and gloves. Tools provided. ■ John 0407 546 235, cobbledicksford@gmail.com

Mouth organ band The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets on Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. New members (players or beginners) are very welcome to come along and enjoy great music in a friendly atmosphere. ■ 9399 2190 or email ymob1933@yahoo.com.au (Pictures: iStock)

March will be filled with golf activities and offers at Keilor Public Golf Course. The free events will run at 540 Calder Freeway, Keilor North. Stay updated on events happening each day by searching @ keilorgolf on social media. ■ 0414 918 533 or email kpgc@belgravialeisure.com.au

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Out and about The sunshine beckoned as western suburbs residents made the most of the last weekend of summer. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught up with some of them.

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Your pictures Youth cricket for boys and girls is flourishing in Williamstown. The Williamstown Imperials Cricket Club, which dates back to 1926, now has more than 155 members and competes weekly with five senior teams and nine junior teams. There are 30 Blasters, young players ranging upwards from eight years, who are coached weekly and will play competitively when fully trained. The club is managed by an enthusiastic group of local business owners, professionals and parents and sponsors who ensure a supply of good quality sporting equipment. One of the major sponsors is the Calleja Group, a large family-owned, waste-management company which has operated from its Altona North site for 35 years.

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The slow food movement is gaining momentum. Crowds were happy to browse the stalls at the Slow Food Melbourne Market in Spotswood at the weekend.

Sebastian is very proud to be wearing his grade 6 uniform. He has faced many challenges during his schooling due to disabilities. His parents send a special shout out to his teachers at Thomastown Meadows Primary School.

1/ Juggler ‘Amazing Hazel’ and Mateo, 3, at Explorers Early Learning; 2/ Elijah, 2; 3/ MP Sarah Connolly; 4/ Hiren Patel and daughter Veeha; 5/ Yunita and daughter Qiana, 2; 6/ John Howel at the Slow Food Melbourne Market; 7/ Yoshi Katayanagi and Rachele Nilan with their son Aoi, 2; 8/ Erin Carswell and Jonathan Giddings and their kids Georgina, 3, and Magnus, 3 months; 9/ Amber and Andrew McLynskey and their children Stella, 9, and Flynn, 7; 10/ Connie Materia and Mim Faranda. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 229750, 229752 13 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 3 March, 2021

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The perfect place to let off steam Sitting in Willy’s Steam Packet Hotel one evening, Colin Woolhouse nearly choked on his beer when his partner Ana Klingsberg suggested the idea of buying a pub together. Little did they know that night that ‘the Packet’ was actually on the market. “It must be providence,” said Colin … so they bought it! The pair has grown to love the historic bluestone pub more and more since that fateful night in 2016. “We knew it would take time to build up and ‘put our mark’ on the place,” Colin says, “but we think we’ve done that now.” One of the oldest pubs in Victoria, dating back to 1863, the Steam Packet has garnered a unique history, a special place in the memories of many over the years. There’s an old photo on the wall of a donkey (!) being served at the bar, as well as a stories told of a ghost that turns lights on and off randomly, and beer taps opening of their own accord. “We wanted to preserve its rich history, so in a recent extensive revamp we exposed many of the original bluestone features, making the Packet a stylish blend of old and new – with a distinct nod to the golden days of Australian pub culture,” Ana explains. Steam Packet Hotel general manager Luke Carbins and venue manager Marianne Daetz. Right: Sous chef Lalith Gade and head chef Mirza Mulasmajic.

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Beer and wine offerings are an impressive showcase of the best from Australia and around the world. “We have 17 taps serving 16 different beers and ciders, and one serving espresso martini cocktails. Many of our taps are on rotation so there’s always something new and interesting to try,” Colin says. “Our wine list includes riesling from the Clare Valley, shiraz from the Barossa, and chardonnay and pinot noir from the Mornington Peninsula, French Chablis, and

sauvignon blanc from the Adelaide Hills and Marlborough – among others. “For the lovers of bubbles, we serve Aussie and French sparkling, including Champagne. Then we have our Reserve Wine list that holds aged and rare wines from some of Australia’s premium producers. And we offer a great range of regularly changing cocktails. Happy hour is 4-7pm every day.” The Steam Packet has long had a reputation for great pub meals at a great price.

“Our head chef Mirza introduced menus using the best range of produce in season, as well as classic pub dishes with a modern twist. “A range of vegetarian and vegan dishes are on offer, and we also cater for dietary intolerances.” Monday is parma night – with three styles to choose from ($15); Thursday is steak night (from $20) and weekend roasts with all the trimmings ($22) hit the table in winter.

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With three Foxtel feeds, 4 big screen TVs and a 100 inch projector screen, you will never miss a minute of your favourite sporting event.

“We believe what makes us really special is that we’re immersed in our community; the pub is family-friendly and we mostly see locals. We also sponsor many local sporting clubs and get actively involved,” Ana says. Steam Packet Hotel, 13 Cole Street, Williamstown. Opens noon-11pm Sunday-Wednesday; noon-late Thursday-Saturday. Inquiries: 9399 9600

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Mondays Lunch & Dinner 3 choices

Welcome to the 'Packet' - Williamstown’s favourite Hotel

Steam packet is community

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The Packet was one of the first pubs in Melbourne to embrace the craft beer movement and has 17 taps serving a huge choice of different beers and ciders.

We are regarded by locals as the best place in Williamstown for great value meals and to watch sport.

13 Cole Street, Williamstown | 03 9399 9600 |Kitchen: 7 days a week - 12pm –3pm & 6pm

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Police hit the roads for long weekend blitz Speedsters and other drivers flouting the road rules have been put on notice ahead of the long weekend’s road policing blitz. Over the Labour Day weekend, Victoria Police will be out in force for Road Policing Operation Arid which runs from Friday, March 5, 2021 to Monday, March 8, 2021. Sergeant Marty Wallace from Westgate Highway Patrol says Operation Arid will be conducted throughout Victoria by all operational police in all police areas during the four days, using all available personnel from local Highway Patrol Units, General Duties Police members and other Police Units. “The Labour Day weekend provides an opportunity for families to free themselves from their usual commitments and it is anticipated that large numbers of people will use Victorian roads, often driving long distances in unfamiliar driving conditions,” he says. “The times of highest risk are when people are leaving for holiday destinations and returning home.” Police will be targeting the main causes of fatalities and serious injuries in crashes such as: • Excessive speed • Driver distraction • Restraint and seat belt non-compliance • Fatigue • Impaired driving (alcohol and/or drug) Motorists are requested to stay within the speed limit, don’t drink alcohol or take drugs and drive, leave their mobile phone out of reach, wear their seatbelt/child restraints and make sure they are well rested. Speed Cameras will be rostered in known high collision locations. He notes that fatigue is one of the major causes of loss of lives on Victorian roads. “Drivers are requested to plan their trip, be patient and ensure that you take at least a

Senior Sergeant Leemara Fairgrieve OIC and Sergeant Marty Wallace from Westgate Highway Patrol. (Damjan Janevski)

15-minute break at least every two hours and don’t drive if you are tired.” Road trauma isn’t just about the lives that are lost – it’s about the enormous impact on the community – from family members, and emergency services workers who have to deal with these tragedies on a daily basis to the police who have to deliver the devastating news to loved ones.

All of the community has a responsibility and a role to play in reducing road trauma. The aim of this operation, in addition to detecting offences, is to provide a highly visible and mobile police presence to reinforce positive driving behaviours and reduce the incidence of road trauma. RoadSafe Westgate Community Road Safety Council chairman Jim Giddings says it has

been demonstrated time after time that speed is a contributing factor in most road crashes. “Therefore stay within the speed limit and drive to suit the conditions you face,” he says. “Speeding affects both the risk of a crash happening and the severity of injuries sustained when a crash does happen.” He asks the community to report speeding drivers to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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“New home sales reached remarkable heights in December, nearly doubling compared to the number of sales recorded in November,” reports HIA’s economist Angela Lillicrap. The HIA New Home Sales report – a monthly survey of the largest volume home builders in the five largest states – is a leading indicator of future detached home construction. “This is the second strongest month of new home sales in the 20-year history of the survey, only exceeded by March 2001,” adds Ms Lillicrap. “This surge in sales can be attributed to HomeBuilder as households finalised contracts to build a new home before the December 31, 2020 deadline to access the $25,000 grant. “The extension of the timeframe to commence building from three months to six, which was announced in November, played a significant role in December’s results. “New home sales in 2020 increased by 32.5 per cent compared to 2019. This is an exceptional result, given the nature of the pandemic and the effect that it has had on the broader economy. “It is not expected that this remarkable volume of sales will continue into January. The extension of HomeBuilder to allow contracts to be signed before March 2021 with a grant of $15,000 will support the sales of new homes into 2021, but not at this elevated level. “Low interest rates, improved lending assessment and growth in the price of established homes will also support demand for new homes in 2021. “The monthly increase in sales has been broad-based across the states with

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the exception of Western Australia which declined by 9.5 per cent. “Western Australia has been the strongest performing state since the announcement of HomeBuilder and the state government’s Build Bonus grant in June. Despite the underperformance relative to other jurisdictions, the December

results are still elevated compared to previous years, with sales in the December 2020 quarter double the same time last year. “The strength of New Home Sales is a positive sign that home building will support jobs on the ground throughout 2021,” concludes Ms Lillicrap.

Across the country, new home sales in the December quarter were higher in all regions when compared with the same period in 2019: South Australia (188.3 per cent), Victoria (103.1 per cent), Queensland (99.9 per cent), Western Australia (99.2 per cent), and New South Wales (61.7 per cent).

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SPORT Young Seagulls ‘super strong and super fit’ It was a young and new-look Williamstown team that stepped out onto the field for the start of the Victorian Football League women’s season on Sunday. Just eight players from the 2019 squad have returned, with 32 new faces making up the rest of the team. For coach Penny Cula-Reid, getting out on the field has been a long time coming. The former Collingwood VFLW coach was appointed the Seagulls coach after the 2019 season, but due to COVID-19, the weekend was her first official game coaching the side. “Exciting is an understatement,” she said ahead of the first game. “It’s been 12 months plus in the making. It’s been a long time. Cula-Reid said they went through a recruitment process ahead of the season, focusing on local players in Melbourne’s west. She said they want to be a destination club

for players in the west who want to take their game to the next level. Erin Meade will captain the side and is joined by returning players Eliza Straford and Ruby Tripodi in the leadership group. Liz McGrath, Ashlea Melnikas, Scarlett Dunell, Tahlia Merrett and Lauren Suleiman have also returned. Cula-Reid said they had all come back to the club in really good shape. “Most of them were really fortunate to have had the opportunity to go to the Northern Territory to play football over COVID,” she said. “It is really good for us as a club to continue to build those relationships with external groups. And it’s good for them to get some footy under their belts … they’ve come back super strong and super fit.” Cula-Reid said they had some exciting prospects that had come to the club including

VU Spurs Northern Football League division 1 premiership players Aleisha Casley, Tori Snelleksz, Amy Wheelhan and Elise Muller. Claire Ryan and Lisa Loughnane are two of the club’s Irish recruits, while Allana Dickie is from Western Australia. After a couple of pre-season hit-outs, Cula-Reid said she was happy with the team but admits they have a few things to iron out. “Our average age is 23,” she said. “It’s just about building connections and a strong solid foundation, not just for this year but working towards the seasons to come. “We want to get them playing the Williamstown way and get involved in Williamstown and the Hobsons Bay community.” The played Darebin Falcons on Sunday. Visit www.starweekly.com.au for results. Tara Murray

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Hourigan makes history By Tara Murray History was made on Saturday when Jessica Hourigan walked out onto the field for East Sunbury’s Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup match against Diggers Rest Bulla. The 17-year-old, who has played with the Thunder since she was 10, became the first female to be part of the club’s top side. GDCA president Rob McIntyre said he believed she was also the first female in the competition to be selected in the top grade. Speaking before the match, Hourigan said she was honoured to be the first girl to have the opportunity. The Thunder, in their first season in the top division, sits sixth with two rounds remaining. “I’m nervous but excited,” Hourigan said. “I was meant to captain the thirds this week, but they were short in the ones and dad [Mark Hourigan] was playing up, so they decided that I would play ones too. “I was a bit shocked, I don’t think I would play ones.” She described the chance to share the moment with her dad as special. The pair have played several games together in the lower grades, but Hourigan said this is “even better”. Mark, a former coach at the club, has been playing in the lower grades in recent seasons. “I think it’s something that he wanted, to play in the first XI with his daughter,” she said. “He is really keen for it.” Hourigan said she expected stepping up into the top grade would be a challenge, but at the same time a lot of fun. It would be a chance to test her skills at a higher level, where she expected the ball to be hit harder and the catches harder to take. “I’ve spent most of the season in the twos this season, after captaining the thirds last season,” she said. “They pushed me up to the twos to help them out a bit and I love it up there. “The change of quality from the thirds, where there are a lot of little kids and their dads … It’s more competitive and I’m a competitive type of person, I love it.” Hourigan, who has previously played premier cricket second XI, has focused on playing with the Thunder the past couple of seasons to be closer to home as her brother Brody battled cancer. Brody died late last year. Hourigan said she would consider playing at Carlton next season or staying with East Sunbury, depending on what pans out with university. Whether she steps up to the next level, the Thunder will also be close to her heart.

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Top: Jessica Hourigan is congratulated on her selection by GDCA president Rob McIntyre. Above: Jessica Hourigan with the East Sunbury and Diggers Rest Bulla teams before the match. (Pictures: Supplied)

“You get used to being around the boys, it’s good form, I’m not going to lie. “I love it.” Hourigan’s top grade debute was made even more special, when she was thrown the ball when Thunder opening bowler Shubham

Kapadia got injured. She finished with the figures 1-27 off 4.4 overs, bowling Ryan Peters. The Thunder had a big win to rise to fifth on the ladder and all but secure a spot in the top division for next season.

West Footscray has moved quickly to appoint a new coach for the Western Region Football League division 2. The Roosters announced on Thursday that Ian Fox would replace Shane Lucas who stood down the previous week. Lucas had been senior coach since 2016. Under his helm the side finished outside the finals in 2019. Fox, a premiership-winning reserves coach at Altona in 2018, has been senior team assistant coach at Altona and more recently at Braybrook. He has also coached at junior level for a number of years. The club said that Fox brings a deep love of footy and a long history of leadership with a strong focus on player development and pathways. “His resume is adorned with finals results, revealing Ian’s drive for excellence, underpinned by the preparation, research and strategy of his coaching approach,” a Facebook post said. “The West Footscray Football Club are particularly keen to leverage Ian’s experience to strengthen the talent and depth of the senior playing group for years to come. “We look forward to seeing his strong leadership in action, as he guides our senior Roosters, and the wider club, into a new era of success.” Fox said it was both exciting and a privilege to be given the opportunity to help grow and develop the historic club. “I’m looking forward to the 2021 season to consolidate and build on the past five years,” he said. “There will be many challenges, but as a team – players, coaches, support staff and all associated with the West Footscray Football Club – we look forward to not only meeting those challenges, but exceeding them.” Tara Murray

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