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The new Taylors Lakes ambulance station will be located at the corner of Kings Road and Bellbird Avenue. (Google Maps) Inset: A concept design of the new station. (Supplied)

New station time-critical By Tara Murray A planning permit for a new ambulance station in Taylors Lakes has been lodged with Brimbank council, four and a half years after the state government pledged to build the station. The state government announced funding for a new station in December 2016, along with four other stations in the northern and western suburbs at Melton, Wyndham Vale, Craigieburn and Mernda. At least one other station – Craigieburn – has yet to be built, while the Mernda station was opened in June 2019. The government also pledged to build an ambulance ‘super response centre’ in Maribyrnong, which has also not been delivered. Last week, a government spokesperson said

planning and scoping for the super response centre was well under way. Brimbank council confirmed it received a planning permit for the construction of the Taylors Lakes ambulance station last month. The station will be located on Eagle Terrace on a section of the property on the corner of Kings Road and Bellbird Avenue, with the entrance to be off Kings Road. Brimbank council’s city development acting director Leanne Deans said council received the planning permit application on April 22. “Council received a planning application to use and develop part of the land at 1-5 Eagle Terrace, Taylors Lakes,” she said. “The application is in the early stages of assessment and once the council is satisfied that all of the required information has been submitted, the application will be advertised in accordance with requirements.”

The planning application details plans for a four bed and four bay ambulance branch. The station will be built next to St Luke’s Anglican Church, which is also located on the site. Western Metropolitan Liberal MP Bernie Finn said the state government was putting people’s lives at risk with the delay in improving ambulance services in the west. He highlighted that average code one response time has increased by almost one and a half minutes in the past quarter in Brimbank, while code two response times had increased by six and half minutes in the past quarter. “I have spoken to people waiting extensive times for ambulances, it’s a big worry,” Mr Finn said. “There has been empty promises. Numerous promises given to us by the government and very few have come to fruition. Few have appeared.

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“The demand for emergency services to keep up with the need is so far behind it’s not funny.” The ambulance station is one of three emergency services buildings that has been promised by the state government for the Brimbank and the Caroline Springs area since 2016. Funding for a Caroline Springs SES facility was promised in the 2017-2018 budget, along with SES facilities in Point Cook and Craigieburn north. None have been delivered. Star Weekly understands that all three projects are still in the land acquisition phase and the facility pledged for Caroline Springs is likely to be built on Fields Street in Rockbank. The Derrimut fire station, announced by the government in 2016, was officially opened earlier this year, after originally being scheduled to open in the first half of 2018.

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I want to leave my mark in the community and make it a better place. Patrick Caruana-Smith, Brimbank volunteer

Time to recognise and reconnect with our volunteers Community volunteers are returning to Brimbank as we prepare to celebrate National Volunteer Week by honouring new and longer term helpers. More than 100 volunteers will be acknowledged for their service – including 21 who have volunteered for 10 years or more. Brimbank currently has 365 registered volunteers – down from the 400-plus before COVID-19. Brimbank volunteers range in age from 17 to 88. During lockdown, many volunteer programs were scaled back for safety reasons, with only programs that could be run remotely continuing – such as the Community Register where volunteers check in with vulnerable residents with regular phone calls. As restrictions have eased, Brimbank has seen the

gradual, safe return of about 100 volunteers to active roles in our community – and Council looks forward to safely welcoming back even more volunteers as people feel comfortable returning to old roles and taking on new commitments. Volunteering at Brimbank is open to people from all walks of life, and with different skills and experiences. There are many different ways to volunteer, including:

Volunteering can be a pathway to employment, enhancing skills and learn new ones. National Volunteer Week runs from 17 to 23 May. This year, the theme is Recognise, Reconnect and Reimagine. Brimbank will celebrate volunteers with an event in June.

• Libraries – reading programs, home library service, book clubs and craft groups • Friends Groups • Social support groups • Neighbourhood Houses – assisting with programs, walking groups, activities and playgroups • Community Register – phone welfare checks.

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Sunshine Silent Writers and Disco Readers Get your dancing shoes on Festival and light up Sunshine with competition silent disco DJ Motion as part our celebrations for the opening of Hampshire Road Civic Green! (see below) The Mr Motion Tour will take you on a movement safari through dancing, singing, creative movement with a pumping playlist. Places are limited, so quickly reserve your spot. Also remember to arrive 10 minutes early! When: Friday 21 May, 5.30pm, 6.15pm & 7.10pm Where: Starts from Sunshine Library, 301 Hampshire Road, Level 1 Community Room Cost: No charge The evening will also include live music, amazing lighting installations, roving performances, and the first ever projection display to showcase the new civic green. Visit brimbank.vic.gov. au/events to reserve your spot at the Silent Disco and to learn more about the night.

Are you an aspiring writer who lives, works, studies or plays in Brimbank? Why not enter our Microfiction Competition. It’s part of this year’s Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival. Submit a bite-sized piece of micro fiction of up to 200 words inspired by ‘Sunshine in winter’. Each entry will be in the running for $500 in prizes. Microfiction and short story writer Richard Holt will judge entries. Visit brimbanklibraries.vic. gov.au for competition entry details. Also make sure to check out the program for this year’s no-charge festival, running from Thursday 17 – Saturday 26 June.

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Where: Online Cost: No charge Visit brimbanklibraries. vic.gov.au to learn more.

The LearnWest 2021 - Learning for Earning Festival offers a range of practical and interesting virtual learning events to inspire the next chapter of your career. The three-day online event features 30 learning and employment workshops. Topics include: • Learning • Employment • Career Planning and Pathways • Industries • Business and Entrepreneurship • Skills When: 27-29 May

Tips to keep kids safe online Online safety expert and international bestselling author, Kate Power offers practical solutions for parents, carers and educators on how to keep kids safe online. The mother of three, former police officer and author of top-selling book My Underpants Rule, will present her workshop online via Zoom on Tuesday 23 May, 7.30pm. Visit brimbanklibraries. vic.gov.au to reserve your place. Bookings essential.

Next Council meeting: Tuesday 18 May 2021 Brimbank Community and Civic Centre Level 1, Council Chamber 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine Members of the public are welcome back into the Council Chamber to observe Council Meetings. This is subject to changes to COVID restrictions announced by the State Government. As space in the Council Chamber is limited, please call us on 9249 4000 to let us know you’re interested in attending. The meeting will also be livestreamed via Zoom. A link is available on brimbank.vic. gov.au

All information in this week’s edition of Brimbank Buzz was correct at the time of printing. For the latest information about the impacts of COVID-19 on Council’s services visit brimbank.vic.gov.au

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Share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Learn more about projects that are open for comment including: • Draft Budget 2021-2022 – Consultation closes 19 May 2021. • Keilor Park Recreation Reserve – You can give us your feedback until 21 May 2021. • Draft Significant Tree Policy – Consultation closes on 25 May 2021. • Draft Brimbank Tree Policy – Consultation closes 25 May 2021. • Draft Brimbank Industrial Guidelines – Consultation closes on 25 May 2021. • Fix the Calder – We’re calling for the Calder Freeway to be fixed between the Western Ring Road and Melton Highway. Sign the petition and share your story. Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to share your thoughts on these initiatives and consultations.

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Ravenhall approved for toxic soil By Benjamin Millar Western suburb councils have slammed the state environmental watchdog’s decision to give the green light for toxic West Gate Tunnel soil to be treated in Ravenhall. Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) announced on Friday it had approved an Environment Management Plan (EMP) for Cleanaway’s Spoil Management and Reuse Facility to accept and process soil contaminated with PFAS and asbestos. The approval is the second granted to the site after EPA revoked an earlier approval amid concerns it may not have been granted legally.

It follows recent reapprovals for dumping at Maddingley Brown Coal in Bacchus Marsh and the Hi Quality site in Bulla. An EPA spokesman said the EPA assessed Cleanaway’s plan for potential environmental impacts, such as potential land, surface water and groundwater risks, noise and air quality. He said EPA has determined that there are appropriate measures detailed in the plan to keep the environment and community safe. “This is the third EMP EPA has approved for this project and EPA does not expect there to be further applications,” he said. “Under government regulations, the owner of a site bidding to receive the spoil must develop

an EMP and comply with specific conditions including constructing an appropriate containment system and managing spoil appropriately, so risks are controlled.” But Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic said the council is “extremely disappointed” with the EPA’s decision and will continue to vehemently oppose the proposal. “Melbourne’s west, particularly Brimbank, has long borne the brunt of absorbing the state’s waste, contamination, pollution, landfill and traffic needs,” she said. “This wouldn’t happen in the east, so why is it OK for the west to be treated differently?” Cr Rasic said continuing to consider

Ravenhall as a potential site to receive contaminated soil from the Westgate Tunnel Project will undermine council and community efforts to improve the area’s health, wellbeing and socio-economic outcomes. Melton council chief executive Kelvin Tori said the council remains “absolutely opposed” to contaminated soil being sent to Ravenhall. “We’d like to reassure residents that EPA approval does not mean the contaminated soil will be dumped at the Ravenhall landfill,” he said. “The EPA has simply determined that the plans for this proposal meet environmental requirements.”

Little twins dreaming big Jacob Koutsodimitropoulos loves candy and dreams of a Willy Wonka-type adventure. His twin brother Marcus dreams of meeting and swimming with seals. For the West Sunshine six-year-olds, those dreams just might become a reality because of the Make-a-Wish foundation. The foundation has supported the family in recent years, after both boys went through separate cancer battles. Jacob was diagnosed with Wilms’ tumour, a rare kidney cancer in 2019. His port was finally removed after 30 weeks of chemotherapy. Just a couple of months later, Marcus was diagnosed with the same cancer. Both are now in remission. The family has since had genetic testing, which found Jacob and Marcus had a gene which caused the cancer. No one else in the family has the gene. Their mum Joanne said Make-a-Wish, had helped the boys look towards the future. They were meant to have granted their wishes last year, but that was put back due to COVID-19. “It’s amazing the things that Make-a-Wish is giving us,” she said. “There was a time we thought we were cursed. “They are little miracle workers.” Jacob and Marcus get scans every three months to check whether the cancer has returned. Other than that, Ms Koutsodimitropoulos said the boys were like normal kids. “They have started to live life,” she said. “They are happy to be back together and so happy to be normal.” Coinciding with its 35th anniversary, Make-A-Wish Australia has launched its ‘100 Wishes in 100 Days’ campaign. Due to COVID-19, Make-A-Wish Australia has more than 800 wishes in waiting.

The new Watergardens Kmart store opens this week. (Supplied)

Kmart opens this week Plenty of excited shoppers are expected at Watergardens this week as the new Kmart store opens. Shoppers have eagerly been waiting for the store to re-open, following the rebranding of the shopping centre’s Target store to a Kmart. The Target store closed earlier this month, with works on transforming the shop into a Kmart starting last week. Kmart Australia and New Zealand retail director John Gualtieri confirmed the store would be open this week. “We’re committed to opening stores in new communities,” he said. “To giving families easy access to the everyday items they need and to making shopping more accessible for more people. “In fact, that’s at the heart of everything we do here at Kmart. “We can’t wait to officially welcome customers through our doors on May 20 from 8am. Our colourful new Watergardens store will be stocked full of great value, on-trend products that we know our customers are going to absolutely love.” The Caroline Springs store is scheduled to be rebranded from a Target to a Kmart later this year. Jacob and Marcus with Western Bulldogs AFL players Bailey Smith and Marcus Bontempelli.

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Greening Brimbank The state government will fund 500,000 trees to be planted in six municipalities in Melbourne’s west, including Brimbank, as part of a $5 million initiative to provide more shade and green spaces, drive down pollution and improve air quality. According to the state government, in 2018, Melbourne’s west had just 5.5 per cent canopy cover in urban areas compared to 17.4 per cent in the inner south-east and 25.9 per cent in the east. Funding will be available through grants to community organisations and councils, while organisations with projects already under way will be able to apply for funding to scale up those projects.

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The Australian Garden History Society was given a first-hand look at the HV McKay Memorial Gardens earlier this month. The group toured the gardens along with the Friends of HV McKay Memorial Gardens’ volunteer group. Friends group president Melinda Mockridge said it was an honour to have such a prestigious group tour the gardens. “Today, some 110 years after establishment, many features of the gardens remain or have been rejuvenated, including 100-year-old oak trees and a lovely … layout of sweeping walking paths and associated garden beds,” she said.

“In recent months, an area of about one-third of the size of the gardens, at the northern end, has been completely renovated and re-planted by council, including the re-introduction of perimeter hedge planting. “This is the area where the famous ‘bronze lions’ were located, on pillars, but they have long ago been stolen … and will hopefully make their way back home one day in the future.” Ms Mockridge said the council is conducting a scoping study into the development of an artwork that will enhance the gardens.

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LearnWest2021: Learning For Earning Festival will include 30 free online workshops across three days. The practical workshops include something for everyone, whether you’re new to the workforce, looking for a career change or building your own business. The workshops include online resume help, women of the west, transformative education, assess your employability, legal essentials for small businesses, transition into work and Brimbank Learning futures.

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Headspace welcomes funding Funding to expand mental health programs has been welcomed by the leading provider of youth mental health services in Australia. Headspace chief executive Jason Trethowan said the federal budget allocation of an additional $2.3 billion across the next four years for mental health and suicide prevention, acknowledges the strength of headspace as a safe and trusted entry point for young people seeking help. The funding will include expanding headspace to 164 locations and Adult Mental Health services Head to Health. “The past 12 months have no doubt been some of the most difficult for many young

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people,” Mr Trethowan said. “It’s not surprising that we’ve seen an increase in need across all parts of the mental health system. “It’s promising to see more young people reaching out for support but right now, we don’t have the workforce available to meet their needs which is adding pressure to the frontline and stress to families and young people seeking help.

“We welcome the government’s commitment to strengthen workforce and governance arrangements by increasing the number of nurses, psychologists, and allied health practitioners in mental health settings through scholarships and clinical placements. “The existing network of over 130 headspace services in communities would provide a strong training ground for the future workforce to gain appropriate and safe clinical experience in a youth mental health setting in both metro, regional and remote locations – areas we know are in serious need of experienced clinical workforce.” Mr Trethowan said there was a growing

number of young people presenting to headspace centres. He said this funding would go some way to addressing the critical system reform priority. “We look forward to the National Agreement [on mental health and suicide prevention] due in November to include further commitments from state and territory governments, as well as the Commonwealth, to ensure every young person can access the care they need. “We know increased investment in early intervention is key to supporting young people’s mental health.” Tara Murray

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No cash for Calder By Tara Murray Brimbank council’s calls for more federal funding for the Calder Freeway upgrade went unanswered in last week’s federal budget. The council had been hoping for funding for freeway upgrades between the M80 Ring Road and Gap Road on top of the $50 million allocated by the federal government in 2019. However, there was no new funding, with just $400,000 from the existing commitment included in this year’s budget. Nationals MP Bridget McKenzie’s office said the federal government will work with the state government to agree on milestones and payment of allocated funding.

Planning for upgrades to the freeway is under way, with interim findings expected in the second half of this year. Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic said the budget failed to outline any specifics for major investment in the municipality. “Overall, there seems to be little detail about how funding will be allocated and where it will go,” she said. “We are very keen for more detail, noting the budget did not outline any specific major investment in Brimbank.” Cr Rasic said the council would look to submit proposals to the $1 billion expansion of the local roads and community infrastructure program and advocate for funding of local

projects aimed at strengthening regions through the $250 million building better regions fund. “We have provided the federal government with a list of shovel-ready projects that would help economic recovery in our area and it is disheartening to see very little detail about what will be done on the ground. “Investment in childcare, aged care, programs to reduce violence and mental health are all welcome and we, again, look forward to more detail from the federal government about how this investment will bring about positive change in our city. “There is no doubt that these community services have been chronically underfunded.”

The federal government has turned on the financial tap for farmland in Sunbury, with funding announced for a new agricultural rejuvenation project. Last week’s federal budget included $110,000 for a business case for the Sunbury-Bulla-Keilor Agricultural Rejuvenation Project, as part of the National Water Grid Fund. According to the National Water Grid Authority, the project will include the construction of a pipeline, pumping infrastructure and distribution pipelines to enable recycled water use in the region. The project is part of the federal government’s National Water Grid Scheme, which will include region-specific water storage infrastructure across the country. Recycled water refers to water that is reused from sewage treatment or industrial systems. Victorian Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie said the investment will help secure the National Water Grid Authority’s plan for a sustainable future. “This funding commitment is great news for local communities, agricultural water users and the construction industry here in regional Victoria,” she said. “These … infrastructure projects are important for long-term and sustainable water access, and will directly benefit … the Sunbury-BullaKeilor regions.“ Star Weekly approached the National Water Grid Authority for specific comment on the infrastructure and its proposed usage in Sunbury but did not receive a response before deadline. Oliver Lees

Budget ‘overlooks’ Brimbank projects Brimbank residents have been forgotten in the federal budget, according to two local federal MPs. Gorton MP Brendan O’Connor and Fraser MP Dr Daniel Mulino said the budget didn’t address any of the concerns of the local community. While services such as aged care and mental health received boosts, there was no significant funding for projects in Brimbank included in the budget. Mr O’Connor said Gorton had been neglected and forgotten about again. “We are now at eight long years of this

government, with nothing of substance provided to my constituents in any of their eight budgets,” he said. “The lack of investment locally by this government is disruptive, insulting and unacceptable.” Mr O’Connor highlighted roads projects as missed chances not only to help local residents, but to get the Victorian economy moving in the COVID-19 pandemic recovery. He said the Western Highway needed urgent upgrades, including extra lanes between Caroline Springs and Melton, while upgrades to the Calder Freeway were also needed.

“The government promised … $50 million last election for these upgrades, with nothing delivered and nothing more promised since. “This is one of the fastest-growing areas of Victoria and, indeed, of Australia, and yet the government turns its back on my constituents.” Fraser MP Daniel Mulino said the budget was a missed opportunity. “This is a government which has underspent on infrastructure, even though rapidly growing areas like Brimbank are crying out for proper investment,” he said. Tara Murray

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Flu jab take-up ‘concerning’ By Tara Murray A western suburbs pharmacist is calling on people to get their flu vaccines with winter nearly upon us. Priceline’s Nicole Bradley said there had been a concerning drop in the number of people getting the flu vaccine this year. “Last year we had thousands of people come in,” she said. “Last season there was barely any flu. “This year people seem a bit hesitant. It’s been very poor compared to last year. There’s been a big drop. “Now as we are moving around more and

there’s more travel, getting vaccines is more important.” Ms Bradley said people should get the flu vaccine every year, with influenza causing death in some elderly people. Most Priceline stores have pharmacists working seven days a week who can adminster the injections. “The peak time for the flu is the winter months,” Ms Bradley said. “It takes a couple of weeks to fully work in the body.” Ms Bradley said it was important to remember that the flu vaccine and COVID vaccines needed to be taken two weeks apart.

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Junior netball program expands Budding netballers have the chance to shoot for goals at the new Caroline Springs Suncorp NetSetGo program. Having already hosting one NetSetGo program on Sundays in Sydenham, the St Albans and Caroline Springs Netball Association has set up the program on Saturdays too. West Devils, a club in the association, is running the program, with Tracy Wallace taking on the coaching role. Ms Wallace said they were keen to get more netballers involved at junior level, with many then progressing through the club into the senior ranks. The program, which is a Netball Australia program, has run the past couple of weeks. “We’ve had a lovely time, but we were hoping for a few more kids,” she said. “We’re not sure why we’re not getting more kids down to be part of it. “Anyone between five and 11, even if they are 12, we’ll take them. It’s for anyone who wants to come down and have some fun.” The sessions are on Saturdays between 8am and 9am at the Caroline Springs Leisure Centre. Details: Tracey, 0410 445 537 Tara Murray

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Barro to miss clean-up deadline By Tara Murray The Barro Group has indicated fires at the Kealba Landfill won’t be out by the end of July, after unsafe ground conditions resulted in remediation works being suspended. The Environment Protection Authority earlier this year gave the group until July 31 to put out the underground fires, which have been burning for more than 18 months. During an online community meeting on Wednesday night, Barro spokesman Steve Murphy said they were recalculating the date for when work would be completed. He later told Star Weekly that they hoped

to have an estimated conclusion date in the coming days. “As we’re seeing it at the moment, we will struggle to meet that July 31 deadline,” he said. “There’s a number of reasons emerging. We haven’t been helped this week, as we’ve effectively lost a week as rain has impacted the site. “We will struggle to meet that deadline and want to be upfront with the community about it and put it on the deck. “We want this thing done like everybody else.” Mr Murphy said there appeared to be issues with hotspots three and four, and hot spot one,

which will be the last one extinguished. He said they had reached the bottom of hot spots three and four, but believed there could be fire in a nearby wall. “We’re getting a heat signature in a wall near hot spots three and four,” he said. “It indicates there is likely some more warm and hot waste further into the wall. “We just can’t leave it there. The wall is probably 25 to 30 metres from top to bottom, we just can’t start at the bottom.” Mr Murphy said they believed hot spot number one has expanded. He said both these issues would mean more hot and warm waste would need to be moved.

“We’re not cutting corners and we have no desire to cut corners. We want it done and done probably.” At the meeting, the EPA indicated it would look at measures to help residents who are concerned about health impacts. An EPA spokesperson said they will be reaching out to GPs in the area surrounding Kealba Landfill in the coming days. “We recognise the importance of supporting existing care pathways for residents who may have health concerns,” the spokesperson said. “The safety and wellbeing of residents living near the Kealba Landfill site is a priority… as is keeping them informed about the clean-up.”

Celebrating Sunshine

Vanessa Muggianu enjoys a quiet cuppa. (Damjan Janevski) 237117_01

Cuppa time for Cancer Council Cairnlea’s Vanessa Muggianu is at the forefront of fundraising for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Berth Restaurant at the Docklands, where Ms Muggianu is an events manager, will be hosting its eighth annual morning tea this year. The company has been one of the biggest fundraisers for the cancer council through its morning tea, raising more than $20,000 in 2019 alone. Ms Muggianu said the event had grown rapidly since the first year. “We just did something small to start off with and thought it was huge raising $3000,” she said. “Every year after that it has grown.”

The event has become more special for Ms Muggianu, who has previously battled bowel cancer. She has been cancer free since 2019. Ms Muggianu said there had been a lot of positive reaction to this year’s event, with tickets selling fast. Those unable to attend or get a ticket can still contribute – the restaurant is offering grazing boxes to be delivered to your home. The grazing boxes were born out of last year’s COVID-19 lockdown when a face-to-face morning tea was impossible. They were so popular they will be offered again this year. “Everyone was disappointed last year that we couldn’t host an event,” she said. “The

normal suppliers decided they still wanted to contribute. “We decided to do grazing boxes so people could still have morning tea at home. Anyone who misses out on tickets [this year] can order a grazing box.” ,\The biggest morning tea event will be held on May 27. For tickets: https://www.trybooking. com/BQRLG. To purchase grazing boxes: athttps://www. trybooking.com/BQRMC or to donate https:// www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/ vanessamuggianu/vic

After years of work, the Hampshire Road master plan is complete and residents are encouraged to celebrate. Brimbank council is hosting a community celebration on Friday night as the final part of the plan, the civic green, is officially opened. The master plan, implemented in 2014, has transformed Hampshire Road between Bennett Place and Devonshire Road, creating a shaded area for the community to come together to eat, socialise and relax. Upgrades also include new feature paving, a lawn area, trees, better seating and lighting and space for larger community events and footpath trading. Friday’s free celebration event will include live music, neon displays, roving performances, kids craft, a silent disco, displays and much more. Official proceedings include a plaque unveiling to take place from 5.15pm. Brimbank mayor Cr Ranka Rasic said the council was encouraging people to join in the celebrations and see what the area has to offer. “Whether you live in Sunshine, or visit nearby, come along and celebrate the opening of the new Civic Green space on Hampshire Road,” she said. “It’s a welcoming and safe space for social gatherings, larger community events, and an area where shoppers can stay a little longer, meet friends, relax and enjoy their shopping. “The improvements are another way to encourage people to think, shop, buy and dine local, and by doing so support their favourite restaurants and businesses, and boost local economic activity.” The event will run from 5pm to 9pm. To register for the silent disco: https:// w w w.bri mba n k .v ic.gov.au/events/ sunshine-silent-disco

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Local news survey shows readers’ passion for print A majority of audiences in regional and rural Australia prefer a printed newspaper, a released national study has found. The biggest national survey of local news audiences in Australia, conducted as part of the Media Innovation and Civic Future of Australia’s Country Press project, reveals the passion people have for their local newspaper. The Australian Research Council-funded project involves researchers from Deakin and RMIT universities with support from Country Press Australia, the peak media body for independent news organisations. The survey findings come as country newspapers have struggled to survive during

the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey asked almost 4200 Australian country press newspaper readers in rural, regional and outer suburban areas about the role of local newspapers within their communities. Key findings include a continued strong demand (and passion) for the printed product in rural and regional Australia. The majority of audiences prefer a printed newspaper, with younger generations also part of this trend. Country Press readers overall are 2.6 times as likely to read their local paper in print than in digital format. The survey found audiences overwhelmingly view a printed copy of their newspaper as an

essential service for their community. Survey respondants said they were five times as likely to go directly to a local news website for their local news than Google or Facebook, and almost 10 times as likely to go to the local newspaper website over a local council website for their local news and information. Just 5 per cent of younger audiences say they mostly use social media to find out about local news. There was overwhelming support for any additional funding for local media to be directed to employing more local journalists to report news (71 per cent), over increasing digital connectivity (13 per cent) and digital innovation products (17 per cent).

Project leader Associate Professor Kristy Hess, from Deakin’s School of Communication, said the voices and perspectives of everyday audiences were often missing in policy discussion about the future of local media. “It’s clear that the local newspaper really matters to Australian audiences … we can see … just how passionate readers are about the sustainability of news that provides good quality local content and keeps them informed about people and happenings in their community,” Associate Professor Hess said. The survey is part of a three-year project that aims to develop and road-test a new map to support local news media in the digital era. 9 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 18 May, 2021

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Maribyrnong police will this month host a free barbecue at Braybrook Community Hub as a thank you to the community following a safety survey. Local police recently invited the community to complete a survey about safety issues in Braybrook, Footscray, Kingsville, Maidstone, Maribyrnong, Seddon, Tottenham, West Footscray and Yarraville. People were asked to rank their top three safety concerns out of alcohol or other drugs, online safety, youth offending, safety of property and possessions, family violence, road safety and firearm safety.

local police. “You may have seen us out and about surveying the community, but we are also seeking responses online. “The survey has been translated into Vietnamese Cantonese and Mandarin. “We look forward to receiving your feedback, and thank you in advance for helping us ensure our services and efforts are responding to the needs of the community we serve.” The barbecue is at Braybrook Community Hub, 107-139 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook, on Thursday, May 20, from noon-1.30pm. The survey is open until May 28: https:// engage.vic.gov.au/maribyrnong-safety-survey

They were asked to rate how safe they felt at shopping centres, train stations, bus stops, and in streets, parks and public spaces. Maribyrnong Local Area Commander, Acting Inspector Jason Forster said survey responses would help police to meet the community’s needs. “Your local police care about how we can improve our services to ensure we are keeping the vibrant and diverse communities of Maribyrnong a safe and welcoming place to live,” he said. “We are currently running a survey seeking community feedback in relation to your top safety concerns, where you do and don’t feel safe, and what you would like to see from your

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Neighbourhood houses are being encouraged to apply for funding from Melbourne Airport’s Community Grants Program. The program, which is now in its third year, provides 10 grants of $10,000 to local neighbourhood houses. Melbourne Airport chief executive Lyell Strambi said he was pleased to renew the program. “We understand people are doing it tough,” Mr Strambi said. “As our state begins to emerge from the COVID-19 crisis, Melbourne Airport is committed to supporting programs that provide education and employment pathways for our surrounding communities. “We’re proud to reopen our community grant applications in 2021 as we continue to show our support for the vital services offered by neighbourhood houses.” Neighbourhood Houses Victoria chief executive Nicole Battle said the houses play crucial roles in the community in fostering vibrant, healthy and supportive communities. “The last 12 months have seen neighbourhood houses adapting to ensure they could continue to provide support to local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic,” she said. Applications are open until Friday, May 21. Details: www.melbourneairport.com. au/communitygrants

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Hit-run victim on road to recovery By Tara Murray An Albanvale man who lost his leg in a hit and run accident is looking to a future filled with spending time with his family. Nick Topia was riding his motorcycle on January 1 when he was hit by a silver SUV performing a U-turn on Station Road, Deer Park. Nick’s daughter, Tiffany, said earlier this year that he was dragged 100 metres down the road, causing extensive leg injuries.

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The grandfather of nine spent time in an induced coma and had dozens of operations. A decision was later made to amputate his lower leg. The 55-year-old has spent the past 10 weeks undergoing rehabilitation at Epworth Hawthorn, working with a physiotherapist, occupational therapist and rehabilitation doctor to improve his movement before he is fitted with a prosthetic leg. His rehabilitation includes a gym session in the morning and working with a physiotherapist in the afternoon. Mr Topia said gym sessions have been with several other amputees, who understand what he is going through. “There’s a few amputees in here so we all

talk,” Mr Topia said. “It’s pretty good as you can help one another. I am just new to this, so it’s good to talk to someone else who has been through it.” Despite his injury, Mr Topia remains positive about his future, looking forward to being able to spend time again with his three daughters and nine grandchildren. “I just want to move forward and be a happy person, like I am. I am always a happy person.” Epworth rehabilitation and mental health executive general manager Jo Goodridge says Mr Topia is among Victoria’s “hidden” road toll. “Each year, more than 7000 people are seriously injured on Victoria’s roads,” Ms Goodridge said. “More than 200 of those undergo rehabilitation at Epworth for injuries, including multiple fractures, nerve damage and internal injuries. “It is incredibly rewarding to see this recovery. Nicolas will soon return to his family and his loved ones and he can live a fulfilled life, despite his accident.” Police are still investigating the incident. Earlier this year they released images of the SUV, possibly a Ford Territory, which investigators believe may have had two female occupants at the time of the incident. Police said the occupants of the car failed to stop after the collision and were last seen heading north on Station Road. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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Fitness upgrades on the agenda By Tara Murray Could Brimbank Park have its own 1000 steps? That’s one suggestion being considered as Parks Victoria and Brimbank council discuss possible upgrades to the park. Councillor Virginia Tachos started a petition last year to bring fitness and safety upgrades to the park in a bid to encourage more people to use it. The petition will be submitted to Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily DAmbrosio.

“An issue that keeps coming up often is the very poor access to Brimbank Park,” the petition states. “It’s been a constant challenge we have raised to Parks Vic attention for many years – particularly for Kealba and St Albans residents [who have] such an amazing flagship park at their doorstep. “Unless you have a car, there is very little to zero public transport getting you there. Once you are there you hope that the river levels are low if you are on a bike or on foot coming from Kealba or St Albans or Keilor.

“I welcome your ideas on a campaign to promote this issue, along with a need for a 1000 steps track along the beautiful river trail to also be introduced, similar to the Kokoda memorial track at the Dandenong Ranges to improve health outcomes in Brimbank.” The Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation, the traditional owners of the land, have also been involved in the discussions. Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic said that Brimbank Park is extremely important to the council and the community.

She said the council had advocated for state government investment into the park as part of the council’s 19 Point Action Plan for COVID Response and Recovery. “While the park is managed by Parks Victoria – we are keen to pursue opportunities to make the most of this wonderful resource on our doorstep,” she said. “We look forward to ongoing discussions with Parks Victoria around possible future improvements. “These discussions are in the early stages and exploring opportunities at concept level only.”

Arts centre dear to Clark The Footscray Community Arts Centre has always held a special place in the heart of artist Simon Clark. He first took drawing lessons at the centre, before expanding his work and enrolling at the Victorian College of Arts. Clark, who lives in Sunshine, was recently named as a winner of the Local Artist Acqusition Prize in the 2021 Footscray Art Prize currently being exhibited at the arts centre. His work, Gaskin Gardens, is an intricately layered collage that reflects on the confinement that many commission housing residents experienced during lockdown. Clark said the piece took him several months to complete during lockdown last year. He used to live around the corner from Gaskin Gardens. “The architecture style made it sort of look like a utopia, which was the idea behind it,” he

said. “For the people inside it was the opposite.” He said it was nice to be recognised at the place where he first started studying art. “It essentially led me to winning this prize,” he said. “It’s a special place for me.” Fellow Sunshine artist Anna Kiparis was named runner-up in the same category. Maribyrnong council has purchased both their pieces for its arts collection. Northern Territory-based artist Lee Harrop took out the main prize for her sculptural work that interrogates the mining industry using a hand-engraved core sample. The short-listed artworks will be on display at the Footscray Community Arts Centre and VU at MetroWest until June 5. Details: www.footscrayartprize.com/ exhibitions Tara Murray

Anna Kiparis and Simon Clark with Maribyrnong mayor Michael Clarke. (Jacinta Keefe).

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Council opts out of safety project By Tara Murray Brimbank council will monitor the outcomes of a new interactive map launched across Victoria to help create more inclusive spaces for women and gender diverse people. Launched on April 27, YourGround incorporates geolocation mapping that allows users to drop a pin anywhere in the state and indicate the level of safety they feel in that location. The concept was brought to life by Monash University’s XYX Lab and digital consultancy

CrowdSpot, with more than 20 councils coming on board as partners. Brimbank council isn’t among those councils. XYX Lab co-director Nicole Kalms said the map was developed to help better understand people’s safety concerns and how to address them. “It’s about understanding the specificity of safety in different places,” Ms Kalms said. “There are a lot of assumptions on what women and gender diverse people need… this particular tool allows us to gather people’s lived experience.

As of Thursday, nine people had highlighted concerns in Brimbank on the map. Four people raised concerns about spots in Sunshine, one in Albion, two in St Albans and one in Sunshine North. Brimbank council community wellbeing director Lynley Dumble said while they recognised the value of the project, it wasn’t something they wanted to be involved with yet. “Council will continue to monitor the outcomes of the project and give consideration to supporting it in the future, subject to council budget.”

Ms Dumble said the council had a number of others ways of trying to ensure people feel safe in the community. “We do this through a range of activities including creating local connections between neighbours, improving lighting and CCTV initiatives in activity centres, urban design upgrades, and strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders. “If anyone is concerned about safety, lighting, dumped rubbish, graffiti, suspect behaviour and abandoned vehicles please report issues on our website using the ‘Report It’ tool.”

A pathway to change Luis Rojas had a good, high paying job but he said he felt there was much more to life. He decided to take a step back to spend more time with his son and give back to the community. It was that decision that set him on his path with EdConnect, a charity organisation that matches volunteers with students in need to offer one-on-one mentoring in the classroom. Mr Rojas, who had to wait a year to step into the classroom due to COVID-19, said joining EdConnect was one of the best things he’s done. “There’s circumstances in life that make you change,” he said. “I started volunteering when I had time off, where I got to meet kids, parents, fathers. Some kids don’t have a father figure. “I wanted to start to make a change. I wanted to leave a good template for my son.“ Mr Rojas has started volunteering at Parkwood Green Primary this year as part of EdConnect’s program He provides one-on-one

mentoring support for a student in grade six. “This has been a really humbling experience for me and I highly recommend it,” he said. “The kids are great, they just want someone who will listen to them and provide a little encouragement.” Parkwood Green student wellbeing co-ordinator Marlise Harris said the school was lucky to have someone like Luis come in. “In these times, we recognise the importance of having a person from the community, assisting students who need it most, every week.” EdConnect liaison officer Rhonda Velkovski, said the volunteers are amazing. “With last year being a disruptive school year, this year the extra help and support EdConnect volunteers are giving to students is more valuable and welcomed than ever before.” Luis Rojas volunteers at the Parkwood Green Primary School as part of the EDconnect program.

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To mark National Volunteer Week 2021, Star Weekly catches up with some of the selfless volunteers across the north and west.

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Sarah O’Reilly friends. “One is like my surrogate mum,” she said. “Everyone has their likes and dislikes on books. I go through each client and pick out books I think they will like and then deliver the books to them.” Ms D’Cruz said it was difficult during last year’s COVID-19 pandemic when she couldn’t volunteer because of lockdown restrictions. She said she had no hesitation in returning to volunteering when she could. “I told them I’m back, whenever they are ready,” she said. “I’m fully retired now and I’m open to other types of volunteering.” Ms D’Cruz is one of 365 volunteers registered with Brimbank council – down from more than 400 before COVID-19.

The council will acknowledge more than 100 volunteers this year for their service, including 21 who have volunteered for 10 years or more. Volunteers are involved in a number of programs including libraries, friends and support groups, neighbourhood houses and the community register. Brimbank mayor Cr Ranka Rasic said National Volunteer Week is a chance to stop and thank the hundreds of people who make time to volunteer. “Our 365 volunteers reflect Brimbank’s diversity, between them speaking 51 languages and coming from 45 different countries. “Brimbank volunteers really are special people – and we are so grateful for their ongoing commitment to our community.”

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Anna D’Cruz wanted to give back to the country that had given her so much. Having moved to Australia 35 years ago from India, Ms D’Cruz has called Brimbank home for most of that time. With her working life starting to wind down, she got involved with volunteering with Brimbank council. “It’s coming up in 10 years,” she said. “My dad did a lot of social work back home and we grew up with this feeling that we had to give back. “I started thinking about retirement and getting myself ready for it by using my experience and giving back.” Ms D’Cruz started volunteering one day a month as part of the home library service. She said some of her clients had become

The EdConnect organisation trains and places volunteers into local schools, helping to support vulnerable students. Sarah O’Reilly is a recently recruited volunteer from Doreen, who started working with Whittlesea Secondary College this year. Ms O’Reilly provides one-on-one weekly mentoring support for a year 11 student. She said it was fulfilling to volunteer. “Spending time with young people as a mentor has been a rewarding and fun experience,” Ms O’Reilly said. “I highly recommend it to anyone. “My liaison officer, Helen, has been very supportive throughout the entire process and you have a whole community of support in EdConnect.” Whittlesea Secondary College student wellbeing co-ordinator Stephen Macpherson said he valued the partnership with EdConnect, and Ms O’Reilly’s work. “We are very lucky to have Sarah supporting a student one-on-one at our school,” he said. “In these times, we recognise the importance of having additional people, assisting students who need it most, every week.” EdConnect liaison officer Helen Anderson said the organisation’s volunteers were “amazing”. “They give their time, they are patient and caring and with as little as an hour a week, they make a real difference,” Ms Anderson said. “With last year being a disruptive school year, this year the extra help and support EdConnect volunteers are giving to students is more valuable and welcomed than ever before.” Details: www.edconnectaustralia.org.au

Werribee’s Barry Cooper says it is a good thing for retired people to give back to the community. Mr Cooper started volunteering at Little River Primary School at the beginning of the year, after retiring from his job as a professor of accounting at Deakin University. He volunteers on a weekly basis through EdConnect Australia, to help pupils in grade 3 and 4 with their class work. Mr Cooper said the students he volunteers with are about the same age as his grandchildren. “I think the kids appreciate someone who can link with them and emphasise, be comfortable with them and explain things to them,” he said. “The kids just want someone who will listen to them and provide a little encouragement.

“You can be a retired plumber or a retired professor, it doesn’t make a difference – the kids don’t mind as long as you can help them.” Mr Cooper said he believed children at the Little River school also enjoyed having a male role-model, with only one male teacher and a male principal working at the school. “It’s a lovely school with a great culture, you can feel it when you walk in,” he said. “I remember when I first drove into Little River, I hadn’t been there for some years. It was like a country town like Werribee used to be – it was like going down memory lane.” Mr Cooper said he would encourage other Wyndham residents to think about volunteering. “This has been a really enjoyable experience for me and I highly recommend it,” he said.

Nenia Tavrou For 14 years Nenia Tavrou has been volunteering to help newly arrived refugees and migrants settle into their new homes in Australia. Ms Tavrou volunteers with migrant and refugee settlement agency AMES Australia in Footscray where she helps newly arrived people learn English and navigate Australian society. “I love helping people settle and integrate into Australia,” said Ms Tavrou, who has received a certificate of appreciation from AMES Australia. “It’s all about helping learn about how things work in Australia; everything from Myki cards and the public transport system to shopping, doctor’s appointments and all of

things that are specific to Australia that people may have not seen before,” she said. Ms Tavrou said her volunteering had given her as much as she had put in. “I have learned so much about diverse communities over the years and I have met so many lovely and interesting people,” she said. “Volunteering has given me so much and I would recommend it to anyone.” Ms Tavrou, who can use sign language, is currently helping a hearing impaired refugee based in Mildura to read and write. “Innocent is from Burundi and he is desperate to find a job but he can’t get a job without basic English reading and writing,” she said “I’ve started trying to teach him via Zoom.”

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE Cr Ranka Rasic Mayor

Welcome to another edition of Brimbank NOW.

MAKE IT SAFE

GET IT MOVING

DO IT NOW

Sign the petition Council has launched a ‘Fix the Calder’ campaign calling on the State and Federal governments to fix the Calder, make it safe, get it moving and do it now. The campaign seeks immediate and urgent upgrades along the Calder Corridor. Council is calling on the State and Federal governments to invest in major and long overdue upgrades to improve safety on the Calder, reduce congestion and provide better access and connections. Council is asking to bring the stretch of the Calder Freeway between the M80 and Melton Highway to freeway standard, by adding lanes from Keilor Park Drive to Melton Highway and widening the Maribyrnong River Bridge. Council also wants: • a full diamond interchange at the intersection of the Calder Freeway and Calder Park Drive. • To remove of the level crossing on the Sunbury train line on Calder Park Drive. • To duplicate Calder Park Drive between the Calder Freeway and the Melton Highway While Council welcomed the $50 million announcement from the Federal Government to upgrade part of the Calder Freeway, realistically, any significant improvement will cost much more. In the meantime, while the State Government Department of Transport has announced an investigation into investment priorities along the

Calder, nothing more has progressed on project design or delivery timelines, nor any additional funding commitment from the State Government. At a minimum, Council is calling on the State Government to match the Federal Government’s funding commitment, and also to consider the North-West City Deal for potential greater investment from both governments to fully upgrade the Calder Freeway corridor. Council looks forward to working with key stakeholders such as the Calder Highway Improvement Committee, the Calder Action Group, and Melton and Hume councils as well as Buloke Shire, who are also interested in drawing attention to the need for upgrades to the Calder. From 2015-2019 between the Western Ring Road and Gap Road Sunbury, there have been 81 crashes, more than a hundred people injured, four lives lost and countless near misses.

Sign the petition to fix the Calder

I am proud Council has kicked off a campaign to fix the Calder. We’re calling for major essential upgrades that will have huge positive impacts for anyone using this major freeway. I’d like to encourage all road users who want action to sign our petition and share your stories on fixthecalder.brimbank.vic.gov.au Council is also continuing to advocate strongly on several fronts to drive positive change and make our city thrive. We’re committed to building a city of opportunity and prosperity that is sustainable and innovative. This edition contains information about some of the ways towards this, such as our new Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050. This is a plan to transform Sunshine into a 21st century city through leveraging the Melbourne Airport Rail and other mega infrastructure investment to build jobs and prosperity. A big thank you to all who offered input through the extensive consultations we ran to arrive at this Vision. Lastly, I’m delighted to invite you to the official opening of our Civic Green in Hampshire Road, Sunshine. After much work, this wonderful new community space is now ready to open with an exciting community event on 21 May. Please come along, I’d love to meet you there. I’d also like to thank all the local traders and our community for their patience with the road closures and other interruptions while we were building the Civic Green. I think you’ll agree it’s been worth it! Please stay safe and look after yourselves.

fixthecalder.brimbank.vic.gov.au Or sign a printed copy at a Council centre. Don’t forget to let your family and friends know.

Cr Ranka Rasic Mayor E: CrRasic@brimbank.vic.gov.au M: 0437 861 296

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A CITY READY TO SHINE – A BOLD AND AMBITIOUS VISION FOR SUNSHINE Council recently endorsed the Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050 – the vision to transform the working class area into a 21st century city through leveraging the Melbourne Airport Rail and other mega infrastructure investment. The Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050 is a landmark document for our Council and our community. The Vision shows the important role Sunshine will play in the growth and prosperity of the West – if Sunshine thrives, the West thrives.

When the State Government declared Sunshine and the Albion corridor as one of Melbourne’s newest priority precincts, it was because it recognised Sunshine’s potential to create new opportunities for the west to grow jobs, housing, development and liveability.

When the airport rail was announced in 2017 Premier Andrews stated “this sort of investment needs to be done right. It needs to be done properly and it needs to benefit every single Victorian.”

Council’s vision and priorities for the Sunshine Priority Precinct have been developed based on extensive local community and regional consultation.

Council’s priorities are based on the commitments and strong statements of the Federal and State governments who have previously committed to deliver a new Sunshine Super Transport Hub as part of the Airport Rail project.

The State Government itself identified Sunshine as the perfect hub with the connectivity to the rest of the region. This makes it the ideal choice to unlock investment and development opportunities for the whole of the West. Sunshine is geographically located in the centre of Melbourne’s west. It has the land, linkages to the airport, port, Melbourne CBD and regional Victoria to make it a hub for locals and visitors, boosting the economy and a key spoke to connect the western region.

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Council wants to build a city of opportunity and prosperity that is sustainable and innovative, and that builds on the unique character of Sunshine and the west — proud, welcoming and diverse.

Support for the Vision

Council has undertaken extensive engagement and created a clear vision for the precinct so these benefits can be realised fully in Sunshine and the western region.

Why Sunshine?

The Vision identifies key focus areas to make sure the Melbourne Airport Rail acts as a catalyst to bring lasting positive change for our community and the greater western region.

Hampshire Road is a civic heart

A Vision to unlock jobs and prosperity The Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050 outlines a plan to help unlock up to $8 billion of investment and development potential and create between 20,000 and 50,000 new jobs across the precinct over the next 30 years. The Vision sets out a framework for leveraging unprecedented infrastructure investment to double the resident and business jobs population in the precinct and to become the powerhouse of Melbourne’s west.

A 21st Century sustainable city

The Vision has gained wide-ranging support from community, government departments and industry bodies including the Western of Melbourne Economic Development Alliance which called it a “ground-breaking proposal and very exciting for Brimbank and Melbourne’s west.” Central to the Vision is the Sunshine CBD becoming a key visitor destination thanks to the development of an integrated Sunshine Station Super Hub. To achieve the Vision the Melbourne Airport Rail mustn’t just funnel tourists and business people between the airport and other centres. Council is committed to working in partnership with key stakeholders in Sunshine, including State Government, to deliver the outcomes as envisioned for our community.

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Council wants to see an Airport Rail and Sunshine Super Hub that unlocks the investment, development and socio-economic potential of the Sunshine area as a gateway to the greater west. Following the release of the first concept designs of Melbourne Airport Rail in March this year, Council has written to the Minister for Transport Infrastructure seeking further information and requesting further engagement and community input.

This is especially true in supporting our most vulnerable community members to have access to education, improve skills and get jobs.

While the released designs highlight progress on the project, Council is keen to see more detail on the previously committed Sunshine Super Transport Hub and a Sunshine Priority Precinct.

Council continues to reaffirm its priorities as part of the Melbourne Airport Rail design being finalised. We’re encouraging the State Government to include and make provision for:

Melbourne Airport Rail must be more than a train trip, it has the potential to create Sunshine and the west of Melbourne as a destination. Somewhere where people stop and explore.

The Sunshine Super Transport Hub would be a significant infrastructure project that would transform the West, it’s a once in a generation opportunity to drive jobs and positive change for our community and the west as a whole.

What we want the Airport Rail Project to include

• Fast, dedicated and efficient stops via the Sunshine Super Hub, which maximise the investment, value creation and employment potential of the Sunshine Priority Precinct • A Sunshine Super Hub Station design and Masterplan that provides for a world class interchange, attracting international, regional and local visitors, and which is an integrated development knitting both sides of the rail corridor together

MAKE SURE LOCAL VOICES ARE HEARD! Melbourne Airport Rail Project - Phase 2 Engagement Rail Projects Victoria (RPV) are starting the second phase of engagement on the Melbourne Airport Rail Project, with a focus on some key elements of the project including: • Extent of works at Albion and Sunshine Train Stations • Elevated section over Western Ring Road (M80)

• A redeveloped Albion Station, to provide for a holistic-integrated station precinct, unlocking the development potential of surrounding under-developed land, acting as a ‘second Sunshine CBD’ station serving the north of the Priority Precinct

• Calder Freeway interface and the new Fullarton Road Shared User Path

• Ongoing, transparent and meaningful community consultation and engagement throughout the design, construction and delivery phases of the MAR Project

Visit https://airportrail.vic.gov.au/ for more information on the project, and to find out how you can provide feedback.

• New bridge over the Maribyrnong River • Pedestrian crossings in Sunshine North • New Fullarton Road Shared User Path

As the only committed State Government project within the Sunshine Priority Precinct the Airport Rail must deliver an optimal design outcome which acts as a catalyst for future growth. This is not just a state-significant project, it is a city shaping project for Sunshine and done well its benefits will be far reaching for the western region. Future proofing and providing for a genuine master plan, which considers the unique post Covid-19 economic opportunity that this investment could bring to the west of Melbourne now, is critical. Sunshine Super Hub will link the community * the images on this page are artisit impressions only Brimbank NOW page 3 of 4 17 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 18 May, 2021

Hampshire Road Hampshire Road 21Civic Green opens May Civic Green opens

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Shining a light on Sunshine – come and see some amazing lighting installations and displays as we celebrate this new community public open space. Come and attend the official opening of the new Civic Green in Hampshire Road, Sunshine with an exciting family-friendly event on Friday 21 May from 5-9pm. We’re celebrating with an evening of live music, neon works, roving performances, special lighting, kids craft, a silent disco, displays and much more.

Food from the many great local restaurants

Live music

Roving acrobats

Tell us what you think about establishing a register of significant trees on private land and criteria for assessing whether a tree is significant. Consultation closes 25 May.

Electric meadow lighting display

Draft Brimbank Tree Policy Silent disco And much more!!

Tell us what you think of our policy which aims to secure a biodiverse and resilient urban forest. Consultation closes 25 May.

This project represents the complete delivery of the Hampshire Road Master Plan 2014 which was developed with the community. The Civic Green development was fully funded by Brimbank City Council.

We're seeking community feedback on the draft concept design for Keilor Park Recreation Reserve, Keilor Park.

Draft Significant Tree Policy

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The upgrades include new feature paving, a lawn area, trees, better seating and lighting and space for larger community events and footpath trading.

Keilor Park Recreation Reserve

Consultation closes 21 May 2021.

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Experience the fun and the food from the many great local restaurants. After extensive works we’ve transformed Hampshire Road between Bennett Place and Devonshire Road by creating an attractive and shaded area for the community to come together to eat, socialise and relax.

Share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Learn more about projects that are open for comment including:

Draft Brimbank Industrial Design Guidelines brimbank.vic.gov.au/events

Your Councillors Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/council for more information on your Councillors.

We're seeking to improve the overall amenity of Brimbank’s industrial areas, providing guidance and an evaluation tool for all new use and development. Consultation closes 25 May.

Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to provide comment.

REMINDERS Cr Victoria Borg

Cr Sarah Branton

Cr Thuy Dang

Cr Sam David JP

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Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/events to see what’s happening in Brimbank – including Council and community events.

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Out and about There were plenty of cheers and beers at the weekend. Damjan Janevski caught up with tree planters, art lovers and those raising a glass to a good brew.

The coveted Footscray Art Prize has attracted artists from across Australia and drawn the attention of local creatives. Looking over this year’s entries at the Footscray Community Art Centre at the weekend were, from top, Arlo Enemark, Ella Gauci and art prize committee member Jessica Ankomah. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 237530

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1/ The Plough Hotel is celebrating Good Beer Week and organiser Simone Kienc joined in the fun. 2/ Michaela Weston and Verity Winter raise a glass. 3/ Zahra Crocker went home a winner after winning Bingo at the Good Beer Week celebration. 4/ The Plough Hotel was the place to be in celebration of Good Beer Week. 5/ Aaryan, 10, and mum Babita Agarwal joined in Brimbank council’s community planting day in Deer Park. 6/ Helen Pantalleresco. 7/ Frank Pantalleresco.8/ Lalit Oberoi. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 237532, 237528 20 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 18 May, 2021

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Star Weekly Community Calendar, Corner Thomsons Road and Keilor Park Drive, Keilor Park, 3042, or email to westeditorial@starweekly.com.au by 9am Wednesday the week prior to publication.

Community has heart Join Hobsons Bay Community Has Heart roving hub in visiting Joan Kirner house, 14 Thompson street, Williamstown on Wednesday, May 19 10.30am-2pm. Operated by council staff and volunteers. ■ Tahlia, 9397 6168

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Fundraising stalls The Werribee Ladies for Kids Auxiliary for the Royal Children’s Hospital will run fundraising stalls at MADE on Watton from May 20-23 and May 27-30. Items for sale will include knitted blankets, toys, teddy bears, jumpers, tea towels and rugs.

This week’s photographer’s choice photo is of Ash Green, tour guide for Lantern Ghost Tours. It’s a silhouette of Ash, with her face barely visible, adding a ghost-like quality. The picture lends itself to being black and white. (Damjan Janevski)

Volunteer meet-up Volunteer West will hold a meet and greet on Thursday, May 20, Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown, from 12.15pm. ■ Renee, 9397 6158

Photo exhibition National Volunteers Week photo exhibition at Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown from May 20 to May 26. ■ Renee, 9397 6168

Singers in concert The Gisborne Singers are back in concert with two performances on Sunday, May 23. An Americana theme of sublime choral music by contemporary composers from the USA is sure to delight. Performances at 1 pm and 3.30pm at Barcham Theatre, Gisborne Secondary College. Bookings essential. ■ http://www.gisbornesingers.org.au/ or 0423 769 643

understanding of MS is also sought to visit a mature lady in an aged care facility in Altona Meadows. ■ volunteer@ms.org.au or Sue, 9845 2744

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A new immersive project with the Kyneton Museum collection engages with history and its gaps as part performance, part exhibition. Audiences are free to roam the 90 minute performance at 7pm Fridays and Saturdays, and from 5pm Sundays across June 2021 at Metanoia Theatre, 270 Sydney Road. Tickets are $25 per adult, $15 for concession/seniors, and $10 for children. ■ https://metanoiatheatre.com/event/ museum-undone/

The Willin Wimmin choir meets Wednesdays during school terms at Church of Christ hall, corner John Street and Douglas Parade, Williamstown, from 7.30-9.30pm. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music. ■ willin.wimmin@gmail.com

Newport Folk Festival The Newport Folk Festival is on June 25-27. Plenty of opportunities for all musical instruments, interests, tastes and for children to participate, and a mouth-watering performance program covering many musical genres. ■ https://newportfolkfestival.org.au

Tarot reading Learn to read cards with ease and explore the world of tarot in Melton South Community Centre’s tarot card reading for beginners course. No experience needed. BYO tarot deck. Cost: $80 or $75 concession. ■ 9747 8576

Sewing group The Sunbury Neighborhood House Social Sewing Group meets on the first Saturday of each month to chat, share ideas and sew. Beginners through experienced welcome. Sunbury Neighbourhood House, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury 12.30-3.30pm.

Volunteers wanted The Multiple Sclerosis Community Visitors Scheme is seeking female Maltese and Italian-speaking volunteers to join its volunteer program in the Werribee and Point Cook areas to visit elderly residents in either an aged care facility or their own home. A female volunteer with an

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Playing cards, making friends Flower and garden show The annual meeting for the Bacchus Marsh flower and garden show is being held on Tuesday, May 25 from 7pm at Anglican Church Hall, Gisborne Road. New members very welcome.

Deer Park probus The Deer Park Combined Probus Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at The Deer Park Club, 780 Ballarat Road, from 10am. New members and visitors welcome. ■ Don, 0409 191 580

Altona North combined probus The Altona North combined probus club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Altona Sports Club. Includes a speaker, organised trips and outings, and a friendly atmosphere. ■ Lesley, 9369 1785

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Exford Road, every Monday, excluding public holidays, from 1-2.30pm. The group is run by a qualified counsellor. Come along for a chat and a cuppa in a confidential setting. ■ Val, 0418 667 150

The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420

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The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which starts at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663

All welcome to join this social crafting group, running at the Melton South Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa. ■ 9747 8576

Diabetes support Westgate Diabetes Support Group meets at 10am on the first Tuesday of the month at Altona Bowling Club, 113 Civic Parade, Altona. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996

Women’s mental health support The women’s mental health support group meets at Melton South Community Centre,

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

Senior citizens club Story times Encourage a love of reading and help your child develop their literacy skills at Braybrook library on Tuesdays and Footscray library on Wednesdays, from 11-11.30am. Or enjoy Story Time at Home via YouTube on Mondays from 11am. Suitable for children aged 2-5 years and their families. Bookings required. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library

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If you enjoy playing cards, meeting new friends, and keeping mentally fit, attend social bridge every Friday morning at the Melton library from 10am-noon. Beginners to experienced players are welcome. Melton Bridge Club also meets on Tuesday nights from 7-10pm at Arnolds Creek Community Centre. ■ Rosemary, 0407 894 817

AL-ANON meets AL-ANON provides support for families and loved ones living with alcoholics and problem drinkers. The group meets Mondays at St Thomas Anglican Church foyer, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee, from 7.30pm, and on Tuesdays at the St Mary’s Tennis Club rooms, 204 Grimshaw Street,

Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays, from noon-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. Play indoor games and have your health checked by the council. If you’re over 60 years of age and would like to meet new people, come along. ■ Don, 9744 3507

Friendship Group Altona Day View Club (Voice Interest Education of Women) meets on the third Wednesday of each month at Altona RSL from 11am. ■ Janet, 0412 010 176 or 9394 6522

Rotary club Join the Point Gellibrand Rotary Club every second Tuesday of each month at the Royal Victorian Motor Yacht Club, Nelson Place, from 6.30pm for a 7pm start. ■ Pam, rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com or 0418 347 691

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New twist on classics tantalise the taste buds Food pundits report the latest trends to hit the UK – so we won’t be far behind – suggest that vegos and vegans will be introduced to eclectic new ideas, while old-school ideas get a creative re-run. The number of vegans has soared in the past decade and they’ve had to endure some pretty poor offerings by and large. However, a new plant-based burger from Beyond Meat has hit our supermarkets and are expected to bury the vegie burger of old, often considered fit only for desperation or bin. It seemingly looks and tastes exactly like a beef burger, with its meaty taste gained from haem, an iron-rich molecule extracted from legumes. So that’s one to pop in the trolley. How about low-carb vegie bread? Marks and Spencer anticipates rolling it out soon. It comes in various hues, courtesy of beetroot, zucchini and red capsicum. That’ll sure change the colour of breakfast and the school/office sanger. And Goldilocks’ brekkie porridge is being given a big shake-up, too. At least in London it is, where savoury porridges with flavours such as pumpkin, leek, tomato and onion are rising in the charts. One café, dedicated to porridge, offers asparagus and bacon flavours. Hmmm… Pumpkin and tomato soups are getting new traction as well – because they satisfy sugar cravings without the, er…sugar. They also taste wholesome and simple and tick all the trend boxes. A couple of generations ago, people usually ate four meals a day to fuel the long hours they worked, and now that’s making a comeback. People are working for increasingly longer hours, often head to the gym after work or early morning and have less routine than days of old. Breaking up a day into four meals (at times

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a thing, so look out for that possibly heading to our shores before long. Carole Levy

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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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ACROSS Predictions (9) Greek letter (5) Quicker routes (9) Mission (5) Jot (4) 'Idiot box' (10) Runway hub (7) Facet (6) Dark blue (6) Manipulate (7) Plant shelter (10) Male elephant (4) Jobs (5) Contamination (9) Finished (5) Finds (9)

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Today’s Aim: 13 words: Good 20 words: Very good

FINES FLORA GUESS LEASE LEDGE NOISE OLIVE OMEGA PENNY PRESS RABBI RAGER RAVED REAPS REEDS REGOS SCRAP SCRUB SEEDS SLEEP

SLUNG SNORE SPLIT STAID TWINS VISIT 6 LETTERS FACTOR LOATHE MORSEL SHARES 7 LETTERS AMPERES

ANAEMIC CONSORT CROOKED GLASSED PENSIVE 8 LETTERS CLINICAL RAMBLING RESOLVER TEETOTAL 11 LETTERS ACCOMPLICES STEPLADDERS

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In terms of disk storage, how many bits are in a byte?

Insert the missing letters to make 10 words – five reading across the grid and five reading down.

How many hearts does an octopus have: one, two or three?

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For what role did Anthony Hopkins (pictured) win an Academy Award for best actor?

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What sort of seeds does a gymnospermous plant have?

Embryonic stem cells are derived from eggs that are how old?

What colour is anthracite?

As a part-song without instrumental accompaniment, a madrigal is usually for how many voices?

Where are a lobster's teeth located?

Was Yellow Submarine the eighth, ninth or 10th studio album released by The Beatles?

10 The flag for what country features a red dragon? ANSWERS: 1. Eight 2. Three 3. Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Silence of the Lambs) 4. Naked seeds 5. Less than a week old 6. Black (coal) 7. Three to six 8. In its stomach 9. 10th 10. Wales

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Expect to pay from $2000 to $4000 for a 2009 Mazda2 Maxx; $4000 to $7000 for a 2011 Neo; $7000 to $11,000 for a 2014 Genki; $8000 to $13,000 for a 2016 Maxx or a 2018 Neo; $9000 to $14,000 for a 2016 Genki; $10,000 to $15,000 for a 2018 GT; and $13,000 to $19,000 for a 2019 GT.

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The Audi S6 Sedan – classic executive recipe with a pinch of spice. (Pictures: Supplied)

Executive experience fired up By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring Following the lead of horse racing, Audi is betting on a couple of thoroughbreds with impeccable breeding – the S6 Sedan and S7 Sportback - to lift performance and technology to new heights. Performance, for example, calls on the mild hybrid electric vehicle compressor hooked up to a 2.9-litre, twin-turbocharged TFSI V6 engine that helps to build turbo boost pressure, sharpen throttle response and reduce turbo lag, while at the same time cutting fuel consumption. The S6 Sedan/S7 Sportback also set the standard with pioneering technology, including equipment with unequalled levels of connectivity and infotainment as standard. The S6 Sedan is priced from $149,900, plus on-road costs, while the S7 Sportback we had on test is $159,500, plus ORCs. The S6 Sedan was put through its paces by us last week. The all-new Audi S6 Sedan and Audi S7 Sportback are offered with the comprehensive Audi service plan package, priced at $2350 for three years or $4110 for five years.

Styling The all-new Audi ‘twins’ take on a distinctively sporty style with a sleek, black exterior styling package, including black exterior mirrors, as standard. The ‘S’ trim, together with a stand-out bumper and large air intakes complement the high-definition Matrix LED headlights. Door closure is power assisted and privacy glass ensures, well, privacy for occupants. Further adding to the design credentials of the S6 Sedan, four tailpipes, 21-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels, showing off red brake callipers, and a boot lid spoiler feature as standard.

Interior The well-appointed sports interior offers plenty of space for passengers. The rear seats can be split 40:20:40 and for the first time, the S7 Sportback has room for five.

Standard are panoramic sunroof, metallic paint, a leather interior package of centre console, dashboard, door rails armrests in fine Nappa. The mood can be set with a colour interior ambient lighting package, while control buttons in black gloss have haptic feedback. An air quality package, inclusive of two fragrances and air ionisation, radiates fresh air scents throughout the cabin.

Infotainment Audi connect plus technology is enhanced by MMI navigation plus with MMI touch response and 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch touch screens with voice activated feedback. Both models also come standard with an Audi virtual cockpit, wireless Apple Carplay, Bang and Olufsen 3-D Sound System, wireless charging for mobile phones and two rear USB outlets.

Engines/transmissions An all-new 2.9-litre bi-turbo TFSI V6 engine is enhanced by an electric powered compressor mated with 48-volt main electrical system, putting out maximum power of 331 kW and peak torque of 600 Nm. Both S models are equipped with an eight-speed tiptronic power transmission, supported by the legendary Audi quattro all-wheel-drive technology.

Safety The S6 Sedan and S7 Sportback have a five-star ANCAP safety rating and are equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety systems, including traffic jam assist, 360-degree cameras with kerb view function, Audi pre-sense front and side assist with cross-traffic alert, collision avoidance assist, turn assist and intersection assist. An active bonnet protects pedestrians who are unfortunate enough to be hit by the car, a head-up windscreen display is in direct sight of the driver and there’s tyre pressure monitoring.

AT A GLANCE MODEL LINE-UP Audi S6 sedan $149,900 Audi S7 Sportback $159,500 SPECIFICATIONS Audi S6 2.9L TFSI Quattro 6-cylinder petrol MHEV 8sp automatic

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7 kW of boost at engine speeds up to 1650 rpm, which helps to reduce turbo lag, regenerative braking can contribute up to 8 kW to recharge the lithium-ion battery, allowing the car to coast for up to 40 seconds with fuel savings of up to 0.4 litres per 100 kilometres. Every little bit helps, as the car can be a bit thirsty. This adds up, says the maker, to a combined urban/highway consumption of 8.4 litres per 100 kilometres. On test the S6 Sedan recorded 14.5 litres per 100 kilometres in a city and suburban commute and 6.2 litres per 100 kilometres during motorway cruising. Engine and transmission settings are at the driver’s fingertips, with the engine offering a soundtrack to match the driver’s intent. Superb. The S6 Sedan and S7 Sportback feature progressive steering and wheel-selective torque control as standard, creating sporty, agile and stable handling on the road. New adaptive air suspension technology offers the ability to adjust the height of the vehicle at different levels. In its standard setting, the ride height of the S6 Sedan is 20mm lower in comparison to the A6 Sedan, and can be lowered an additional 10mm during dynamic mode, or raised by up to 20mm. Sharing the S6 Sedan experience is part of the fun and sports seats up front is the go. The rear seats offer good leg and head room – unless you’re sitting in the middle spot where the large transmission tunnel is intrusive. Storage spots around the cabin include a good-size glove compartment, a centre console with couple of cupholders with a 12V power outlet in between, while front and rear doors can take in one bottle each to maintain occupant hydration on lengthy drives.

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Stage set for final thriller By Shaun Campbell Trotters have locked horns at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night for a shot at Group 2 glory and, if the heats are any indication, this weekend’s final is going to be a thriller. The two heats of the Aldebaran Park Vicbred Platinum Metropolitan Trot were decided by a neck and half-head, with Teetreetommy setting the home straight alight with a last-to-first victory in the first heat and Anywhere Hugo holding off a late challenge in the second. Teetreetommy settled towards the tail of the field and driver Anne-Maree Conroy bided her time before unleashing the Julius Caesar gelding around the turn to grab leader Peregrine Phoenix on the line in a 2:00.5 mile rate. Conroy said piloting the “big awkward” seven-year-old around the last bend was a delicate balancing act. “He was hanging a bit and it was hard to keep him balanced around the corner,” she told Trots Vision after the race. “When he was able to navigate that corner and then straighten out he could get home really quickly.” Conroy said gate four was usually considered a good draw but she didn’t go out on to the track carefree. “He takes a little while to wind up and he’s not overly quick out of the start,” she said. “When I drew four I was a little bit worried about it … because he might get caught wide … so I was lucky the horse inside did something wrong and I was able to get over into the two-wide line early.” In the second heat, Anywhere Hugo used his early speed to lead from the pole, with driver Tayla French able to set an even tempo before holding off a late challenge from Nephew Of

Teetreetommy takes a last-to-first victory to take a shot at Group 2 glory. (Supplied)

Sonoko in a 1:59.9 mile rate. “When I saw Nephew Of Sonoko coming I knew he would be one of my main dangers; he’s a horse that always knuckles right down to the line,” French told Trots Vision after the race. “But Hugo, he actually kept fighting him the whole way and for the last 200 metres he didn’t let him go past.” Anywhere Hugo was one of two Chris Svanosio-trained horses in the heat, with

favourite Brandlo Prince finishing fourth after sitting behind the leader throughout. “[Brandlo Prince is] not really a sit-sprint horse, he has to be out doing it tough and when he got the sprint lane it wasn’t really suited to him,” French said. Anywhere Hugo will join Teetreetommy and other heat qualifiers in the $30,000 Group 2 final at Melton this Saturday night, with the meeting jam-packed with features including

the Group 3 Allied Express Richmond Lass and Group 3 TAB Derby Royale Trotters Free For All. Other impressive winners on Saturday night included five-year-old pacer Max Delight, who led from gate four in the 1720m TAB Young Pedro Free For All for David and Josh Aiken, while talented mare Spellbound continued her magical form in the Nutrien Equine Pace for Nathan Purdon and Stuart McDonald.

SPORTS QUIZ 1. How many goals did Sam Kerr score for Chelsea during the 2020-21 FA Women's Super League season? 2. Houston Rockets basketballer Cameron Oliver recently played for which NBL team? 3. Australian heavyweight boxer Justis Huni is preparing to fight which former NRL player in June 2021?

4. The Australian Women's Cricket Team was once known by what no longer used nickname? 5. How many English Premier League titles have Manchester City won? 6. Shai Bolton plays for which AFL team? 7. Troy Andrews won a gold medal with the Australian wheelchair basketball team at which Paralympics? 8. Which team did the Queensland Reds defeat to win the 2021 Super Rugby AU title? 9. Lionel Rose defeated Masahiko Harada in February 1968 to win a world title in which boxing weight class? 10. Which team selected college quarterback Trevor Lawrence with the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft? 11. Which basketballer was Australia's flag bearer at the opening ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games?

12. Which Melbourne City A-League player has scored twice as many goals as the next player after 21 games?

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21. Which city hosts the NRL annual ‘Magic Round' of matches?

17. What was the nickname of the Australian men's rowing team that won two Olympic gold medals?

22. In what state is the AFL ground known as Cazaly's Stadium located?

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19. Chris Hemsworth portrayed which F1 world champion in the 2013 film, Rush? 20. Which batting allrounder incredibly still holds the record for the most wickets in T20 internationals for Australia?

24. Which franchise has won the most Indian Premier League titles?

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Bend it like Sydenham Park Sydenham Park took on Whittlesea United in the men’s state league 1 north-west competition on Saturday. Sydenham Park took the points 3-2. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught some of the on-field action.

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1/ Sydenham Park’s team discusses the next play. 2/ Whittlesea United’s Franco Saric hugs the ball. 3/ Whittlesea United’s Kevin Dos Santos controls the ball. 4/ Whittlesea United’s Nemanja Govedarica on the run. 5/ Sydenham Park’s Gera Bilyansky 6/ Sydenham Park’s Kenta Murakami has eyes on the ball. 7/ Sydenham Park’s Emile Damey and Whittlesea United’s Nemanja Govedarica jostle for position. 8/ Sydenham Park’s Michael Lee avoids a collision. 9/ Sydenham Park’s Juro Salic kicks it away. 10/ Whittlesea United’s Frano Saric. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 237536 29 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 18 May, 2021

SPORT West a breeding ground for talented netballers Some of St Albans and Caroline Springs Netball Association’s top talent will be on show for Victoria at the national under-17 and under-19 championships. Five players from the association have been named in the final squads following a trial process. Kiralee Collings and Akira McCormack have been named in the under-17 team, while Montaya Sardi has been named in the development squad. Melissa Oloamanu has been named in the under-19 team, with Claire Oakley named in the under-19 development squad. A couple of other players named have previously spent time at the clubs as well. Saints coach Tracy Wallace said they had seen some of their talent come through into the state ranks for a number of years. “It is amazing,” she said. “We seem to be well represented every year.

Kiralee Collings and Montaya Sardi. (Supplied)

“It’s really exciting to see the girls get picked. It shows we’re doing the right things for the pathways.” Wallace said players such as Oloamanu, who she knew was a special player since day one, had

started playing with the club in under-13s and had progressed through the ranks. Oloamanu recently signed with Collingwood Magpies Super Netball side as a training partner. Wallace said many of the girls who were playing at higher levels, were still playing at the association most weeks. “They love coming back to the association,” she said. “They keep coming through. Most still play and come back and support the community.” Collingwood players Mel Bragg, Jacqui Newton and Molly Jovic, have all played at the club as well. Wallace said they had attracted players from across Melbourne’s west and some as far as Ocean Grove. She said they catered for netballers who just wanted to have a bit of fun or those who wanted to take their game to the next level,

through association championships. The club has performed well at association championships in the past, with its under-17 team making the grand final the past three times, including winning one premiership. Wallace admits that the club had spoken about looking at a Victorian Netball League license if it had the opportunity. Just one VNL side is based in Melbourne’s west. “We’ve spoken about it,” she said. “It’s such a big commitment. “We’ve got girls in all but one of the VNL [Victorian Netball League] teams, so there’s a bit of travel needed around here. “Some years we lose 10 girls who are looking to play in the Victorian Netball League. “It would be great to have another one in the west.” Tara Murray

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Georgies eye big things By Tara Murray Things are going to plan for Caroline Springs George Cross in Football Victoria state league 1 north-west. With one eye on promotion this season, the Georgies are sitting on top of the ladder. Georgies coach Eric Vassiliadis said they had put a lot of time and resources into all elements of the club as they look to get back into the National Premier League. “The season is looking really good so far,” he said. “There is an expectation for us to get promoted. “We know it will be difficult for us to stay at the top. We’ve invested heavily off field, the women’s and the junior program. “We’ve got full-time staff. We are trying to marry that success with the senior men’s team.” Vassiliadis said this year’s squad is quite different from the one that he took over in the middle of 2019. He said the changes were needed and he was happy with how the squad was looking. 30 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 18 May, 2021

“It’s one of the best squads I’ve had in 12 to 13 years of coaching. “There’s a really good balance.” Alex Dimond and Ryan Gauci are two of the local youngsters in the squad. The club has also lost another two or three players to Western United. Vassiliadis said it was difficult to keep players in state league 1 when there were higher ranked teams in the area. He said while they were happy with where they are at, they weren’t going to rest on their laurels. “It’s round eight of 22,” he said. “It’ll be more of the same for us. “We understand the longer we stay up there, the target on the back gets bigger. “We want to be the hardest working team, the fittest team. “We’re expecting it to get harder as the season goes on.” Promotion this season would be the first step in the club’s grand plan. The club is one of 32 clubs interested in joining

the National Second Division competition which would sit under the A-League. Altona Magic, Hume City and Melbourne Knights are among the other teams interested in the division. Vassiliadis said they definitely had some aspirations to take that step onto the national stage. “It’s been a really interesting journey the last five to 10 years,” he said. “Mark Sultana has a vision for the club and were we want to go. We have something like 700 participants, a fully functioning bistro and four sporting fields. “We think we are well-placed with facilities. From a performance position, we understand that there are some other strong candidates. “We have two massive goals. Big picture is the second division, but we are focused on the here and now, and getting promoted.” The Georgies were set to play third-placed Essendon Royals on Saturday. For the result, go to www.starweekly.com.au.

Hillside is getting used to being the hunted in the Essendon District Football League women’s premier division. A surprise preliminary finalist in 2019, the Sharks are proving to be one of the teams to beat early in the 2021 season. With the team sitting undefeated after four rounds, Sharks coach Justin Fairservice said they were more than happy with the start to the season. “Things are starting to come together,” he said. “We’ve got a lot of new players who are really fitting in.” Fairservice said a number of new players had joined the club in the off season, including former AFLW Taylor Mesiti and VFLW star Hannah Ibrahim. “They came down with Emily Paterno, as they had played together before,” he said. “They suit our side really well. We are fortunate to have them in the team. Their background is great, as is how they approach it. “I’ve never met two more humble and approachable players like that. They’re happy to help out the other girls.” Fairservice said the upcoming game against Keilor, the only other undefeated side, would give them a good idea of where they sit. “You go into every week thinking you might get the points this week, instead of going in and hoping to get a win. “It’s a different feeling.” Fairservice said pre-season the side set a goal to play finals, which it is on track for. “First thing first is making finals,” he said. “We spoke at the start of the year about what we should achieve, and we think we should achieve finals. “Every club wants to make the big show though.” The club is still looking for more girls for its under-18 side. Fairservice said the girls were doing a great job despite a lack of numbers. “We’ve just got a side together, which is great. “We’re looking for some young girls to come down and help out.” The Sharks women’s side faced Oak Park on Saturday afternoon. Tara Murray

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