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Paws for some fun Victoria University held a Stress Less Fest for its students, complete with canine companions. The festival is aimed at giving students a break from studies and assignments, and allowing them a chance to recharge, either online or on campus. VU volunteer and first year nursing student Hannah Joyce said it was “really fun” to unwind and play with some cute dogs. “I think a lot of people are stressed at uni with assignments right now,” she said. “Being able to play with the dogs helps you reduce stress, and remain calm.” The Stress Less Fest last week included wellbeing workshops, mindfulness colouring stations, live music, and pop-up stalls across all VU campuses. Wellbeing services manager Margaret Theologou said the festival was a necessary addition to the student calendar. HANNAH JOYCE WITH WELLBEING DOG RAFA

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Calder funding secured By Tara Murray Brimbank council and the Calder Action Group have welcomed $50 million funding in the state budget for upgrades to the Calder Freeway. The funding will progress planning of safety and capacity at Calder Park Interchange and freeway upgrades between Gap Road in Sunbury and the M80 Ring Road. The federal government has already committed $50 million to the project – $400,000 announced in this year’s federal budget. Brimbank mayor Ranka Rassic said the funding was “hugely significant” and a “very welcome first step” towards fixing one of the

most dangerous roads in Victoria. “Through our ‘Fix the Calder’ campaign we have worked hand in hand with community groups, local MPs, neighbouring councils and concerned residents to advocate for real change,” she said. “We are incredibly grateful that state and federal governments have heard our voices …Our community can now be confident, with this $100m commitment to essential planning work, that further announcements will be made in future budgets to finally ‘Fix the Calder’. “For those who travel along the Calder every day, and see congestion, delays and accidents, this is a huge win.” Brimbank council has long campaigned

for upgrades to the freeway, including the construction of a full diamond interchange at the intersection of the Calder Freeway and Calder Park Drive, the grade separation of the Sunbury train line at Calder Park Drive and the duplication of Calder Park Drive between Calder Freeway and Melton Highway. It also wants funding allocated to bring the road up to freeway standard between the Western Ring Road (M80) and the Melton Highway, which would include additional lanes from Keilor Park Drive to Melton Highway, widening of the Maribyrnong River Bridge and reinstatement of the 100 km/h speed limit. Calder Action Group president Russell Mowatt said the funding was much-needed

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Brimbank Writers and Readers Fes�val One of Australia’s most treasured actors, author and Aboriginal Elder Uncle Jack Charles is the special guest speaker at the opening night of this year’s Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival. He will speak about his remarkable life in a conversation with writer and journalist, Paul Bateman. This opening event will kick off the festival on Thursday 17 June, 6-8pm at the Bowery Theatre, which is just a few minutes from the train station in St Albans. The 10-day festival also features author talks, panel discussions, interviews, workshops, performance and storytelling events. Bookings are essential and there is no charge to attend any of the events. Highlights include a panel event with African-heritage

Australians discussing what happens when they exist in predominantly white spaces, a micro fiction competition, a session on how artists tell stories through different mediums, as well as popular children’s authors Julianne Negri and Scott Stuart. There are also events for the South Sudanese and Vietnamese speaking communities, and children’s and adult writing workshops. The festival will also offer some live-streamed and pre-recorded events. What: Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival Where: Venues throughout Brimbank When: Thursday 17-Saturday 26 June 2021 Cost: No charge Visit brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au for more information and to book.

WHAT’S ON Join our ‘Little Long Walk’ You are invited to join our ‘Little Long Walk’ to recognise National Reconciliation Week 2021. The Little Long Walk is a family-friendly event created as part of the Long Walk tradition, started by Michael Long, who walked from Melbourne to Canberra to talk to the then Prime Minister John Howard about the plight of Aboriginal people. This year’s walk will take place along Errington Oval, St Albans, to be followed by banner making, display of the Aboriginal flag, and a no-charge barbecue sausage sizzle. When: Monday 31 May, from 3.30-5pm Where: St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans Visit brimbank.vic.gov. au/events to learn more.

Brimbank’s Environmental Events Calendar 2021 is packed with some great activities and opportunities for the community to enjoy and improve our natural environment. You can also find workshops for the popular My Smart Garden series in the calendar. This year’s no-charge events will be provided online and at locations across Melbourne’s inner-west. You can find a copy of either the English or Vietnamese printed calendar at one of Brimbank’s libraries. You can also find the virtual calendar on Council’s website at brimbank.vic. gov.au/environmentand-sustainability Our Enjoy Local program of entertainment and fun to liven up our shopping

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Helen Morrissey has announced she is retiring as Brimbank City Council’s Chief Executive Officer effective 15 July 2021. Ms Morrissey has been in the role since 2017 and at Brimbank City Council since 2010 as General Manager and later as Director Corporate and Community Relations. Ms Morrissey said it was a pleasure and a privilege to work with Councillors and the organisation to create stronger connections between Council and the community to strengthen community pride. Brimbank Mayor Cr Ranka Rasic extended her deepest thanks to Ms Morrissey for her extensive knowledge, experience and passion she has demonstrated while at Brimbank and wished her the very best as she retires to spend time with her family.

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strips continues in a suburb near you! What: The Enjoy St Albans Youth event includes a spike ball tournament by Reclink, free tasty Avasii burgers and Monster Fried Chicken. Entertainment by The House! Where: Corner of St Albans Rd and Main Road East, St Albans When: Thursday 27 May, 3-5pm What: The Enjoy St Albans Roving Entertainment features Po Po Mo Co Punk Emus running wild Where: 5 Alfrieda Street St Albans When: Sunday 30 May, 2-5pm

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each other to take action on climate change at the North West Communities for Climate Action online conference. Professor Bruce Pascoe, author of Dark Emu, is the event’s special guest speaker. The event has been organised by seven councils in Melbourne’s north west, including Brimbank. When: Friday 4 JuneSaturday 5 June Where: Online, zoom link will be provided to registered attendees Cost: No charge Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/ events to learn more and register to this event. 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

Share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Learn more about projects that are open for comment including: • Simmie Street Pedestrian Improvement Works – Consultation closes on 29 May 2021. Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to share your thoughts on these initiatives and consultations.

Next Council meeting: Tuesday 15 June 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. Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au to learn more.

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Budget targets key areas By Tara Murray Education, transport, health and family violence in Brimbank are the winners in this year’s state budget. Two schools, St Albans East Primary School and Parkwood Green Primary School, will both receive upgrades. St Albans East will receive $7.92 million to rebuild a performing arts centre, while Parkwood Green in Hillside will receive $10 million to deliver modern teaching and learning spaces.

Funding for several other school projects included in this year’s budget had previously been announced, including those at Copperfield College in Delahey, Monmia Primary School, Rosamond Special School, Sunshine Primary School, Sunshine Special Developmental School, Furlong Park School For Deaf Children and Taylors Lakes primary and secondary schools. This year’s state budget also included $9.4 million to expand mental health and alcohol and other drug treatment services at Westside Lodge in Sunshine.

Nearly $12 million has been allocated to the Sunshine Hospital Emergency Department, while Western Health will also receive funding for upgrades to both Sunshine and Footscray hospitals. Funding for the previously announced new mental health priority site in Brimbank was also included. It is one of six sites to provide ‘front-door’ services, for anyone in the community to access mental health support. The government has pledged $78 million to establish Specialist Family Violence Courts at

seven locations, including Sunshine. These courts are specially designed to make attending court a less daunting experience for victim-survivors, including separate entrances and exits, safe waiting areas and dedicated space. The redevelopment of the Sunshine Law Courts will further advance, with $9.7 million of the money allocated in last year’s budget included in this year’s budget. The budget also allocated $9.5 millions for stage five and six of the public mausoleum at Keilor Cemetery.

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Tin rattlers return to help The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal is more important than ever this year. Sunshine Salvation Army captain Colin Reynolds said the organisation was seeing many people seeking help as a result of COVID-19 and last year’s lockdowns. This year’s appeal, which raises money so the Salvos can help people who are doing it tough, will return to a traditional in-person collection. A digital option, introduced last year during the pandemic, is also still available. Mr Reynolds said there would be four

collection points this year – at Sunshine Marketplace, Sunshine and Maribyrnong Bunnings and at Highpoint Shopping Centre. “We are placing the spotlight of homelessness in our community,” he said. “You only need to go down to the Brimbank council office and there’s people sleeping outside of the front door. “For every one person that you can identify as homeless, there are another 13 you will not see. “They are couch surfing, sleeping in cars or on friend’s floors.

“We’re happy to be able to fundraise in person again.” Mr Reynolds said it was this time of year, with colder months coming, that the group often had a spike in the number of people seeking help. The Sunshine Salvation Army will be collecting in person until May 30. To donate online, https://digitaldoorknock. salvationarmy.org.au

Brimbank council has welcomed investment in mental health, education and transport in this year’s state budget. Mayor Ranka Rasic said the initiatives included in the budget would help Brimbank recover from the impacts of COVID-19. “With Brimbank experiencing high levels of anxiety and depression, along with significant socio-economic challenges, it’s vital that we improve access to mental health support in our community,” she said. “Council has in the past advocated to the state government for primary health services to tackle drug and alcohol issues in Brimbank, and welcomes $9.4 million towards alcohol and other drugs residential rehaabilitation treatment expansions. “More broadly, it is pleasing to see investment in issues that are important to our community – such as $521.6 million to implement 227 recommendations from the Royal Commission into Family Violence; $193 million to support programs and initiatives for people experiencing homelessness; and more than $383.8 million investment in skills and learning.” Sydenham MP Natalie Hutchins and Kororioit MP Marlena Kairouz both said the budget would support an average of 38,000 jobs every year over the next four years, while also investing in the care, services and infrastructure of community needs. Ms Hutchins highlighted the Calder Freeway funding as the main project in Sydenham, while Ms Kairouz highlighted a new school to be built in Rockbank and $94 million to be invested in the Melton and Wyndham Vale rail corridor.

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Residents ‘hell’ to continue By Tara Murray Residents living near the Kealba landfill say they are gutted by the prospect of having to put up with a “rotten rubbish smell” for another 12 months. Kealba Landfill operator Barro Group last week said it was unlikely to extinguish underground fires, already burning at the landfill for more than 18 months, before May next year. But the Environment Protection Authority is “set to refuse Barro Group’s requests for an extension”. EPA had given the company a July 31, 2021 deadline for the works to be complete. Residents have long voiced concerns about the air quality and health risks caused by the fires. They say the latest setback has ‘devastated’ them. Anna Jez, who lives near the landfill, said residents want Barro’s license revoked. “We cannot believe the EPA can’t hold this company to responsibility,” she said. “I don’t even know what to believe … and whether it will even finish next year. I’m lost for words.” Ms Jez said residents had held concerns about the landfill even before it was approved in 2010, and had taken the proposal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. She said those concerns have since proved to be well founded. Marian Pham said residents had been hoping for reassurances from the EPA, but had received nothing.

She said while the immediate focus is on extinguishing the fires, she’s concerned with what will happen long term. “There’s no guarantee that it won’t happen again,” she said. “I don’t know what more we can do. We’ve contacted every politician. The EPA is not helping and Brimbank council has been no help.” Ms Pham said health issues were her biggest concern - both her and her son have been diagnosed with sudden onset asthma, which neither have suffered before. She said the EPA continues to deny the possibility that it might be caused by the fires. “We’re tired of hearing Bandaid reactive responses.” Barro’s Steve Murphy said the company had lodged the amended timeframe with the EPA and was waiting for a response. He said that hotspots two, three and four at the landfill would likely be completed by November, while the proposed deadline for hot spot one is May next year. “We know it’s not what the residents want to hear,” he said. “It’s based on data. “We still have to move at least 60,000 cubic metres of material. We have so far moved 65,500 cubic metres of material.” An EPA spokesperson told Star Weekly that based on the current information provided by Barro, EPA believes the current due dates should stand. “The Environment Protection Authority is set to refuse Barro Group’s requests for an extension to complete the remediation works at the Kealba landfill.,” the spokesperson said.

June Ivory with Western Health’s people, culture and communications executive director Suellen Bruce and chief medical officer Dr Paul Eleftheriou. (Supplied)

Five decades of helping June Ivory has spent more than half her life volunteering at Footscray Hospital. The 91-year-old was last week recognised by Western Health for 50 years of volunteering as part of its annual volunteer celebration, this year held to mark National Volunteer Week. Mrs Ivory said she never imagined reaching 50 years of volunteering at the hospital. “I didn’t think I would even get to 90 [years old],” she said. “It’s really, really good. A lady who lived in my street… she asked if I wanted to join and I said ‘yes’. “You didn’t work in those days.” Mrs Ivory started working in the hospital shop before manning stalls and taking up knitting for the hospital. She also sold fruit

from trucks in the carpark at both Sunshine and Footscray hospitals to raise money. She said the biggest change in her years of volunteering was the number of people at the hospital and the increase of volunteers. “I’ve met a lot of people along the way,” Mrs Ivory said. Also recognised last week, was Charlie the border collie, who has been a volunteer at Sunshine Hospital with handler Sue Harvey for five years. Western Health has about 650 volunteers and students through community engagement programs. Tara Murray

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Workplace fatality WorkSafe is investigating the death of a man at a St Albans construction site last Monday. It is believed the 40-year-old was working alone operating a concrete pump and boom when the boom collapsed and struck him. The death brings the workplace fatality toll to 16 so far for 2021.

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displayed as part of a rotational gallery of projections. Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic said gallery projections offered the Sunshine community access to incredible free art forms to enjoy. “These projections will be very visible to train travellers passing through Sunshine as they make their way in and out of the city. “Brimbank is blessed with the amount of amazing public art installations available for all of our community to experience.“ Brimbank council will put out an expression of interest later in the year for local artists who would like to be featured in the projections.

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The redevelopment of Bon Thomas Reserve in Deer Park has received a boost with a $1.08 million grant in the state government’s community sports infrastructure stimulus program. The funding will be used for new cricket nets and multipurpose area, new path network, carpark and irrigation upgrades. The project is one of 42 to be funded in the second round of the program. Council is set to begin work on the second stage of the sports pavilion at the ground in October.

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Homeless services strained By Tara Murray Homelessness has become a bigger problem in Brimbank following the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a local councillor. Cr Virginia Tachos last week raised concerns about the increase of people without homes at last week’s council meeting, calling for more government support. The council is calling for Brimbank to get its fair share of funding through the government’s Big Housing Build over the next four years.

According to Cr Tachos, Brimbank had the highest incidence of homelessness in Melbourne’s west before the pandemic – and it had gotten worse. “Prior to the COVID-19 crisis, research commissioned by the council found that up to 80 people sleep rough on any given night in Brimbank,” Cr Tachos said. “In the past few months, we have also experienced an apparent increase in the prevalence of visibility of rough sleeping in Brimbank.

“It is likely that homeslessness will increase as government support is reduced, particularly the JobKeeper program, higher rates of JobSeeker and subsidised hotel accommodation.” Cr Tachos said research undertaken by the Western Homlessneess Network in 2019 found that the homelessness access point for the Brimbank-Melton region was unable to provide appointments to about 200 people each month due to limited resources. She said the council was calling for all of the recommendations of the Parliamentary

Inquiry into Homeslessness in Victoria to be implemented. Cr Victoria Borg said additional resources were needed not only to help those who are already homeless, but to stop other people finding themselves in that situation. The council will engage with the Municipal Association of Victoria, Victorian Local Governance Association, Victorian Council of Social Service, Council to Homeless Persons, and local MPs to seek support for advocacy for more services to address homelessness.

Spread some warmth As the weather becomes colder, Uniting Vic. Tas is calling on residents in the northern and western suburbs to help out those most in need. The community services organisation has launched its Winter Blanket Appeal, with the aim of distributing as many blankets and doonas as possible to people experiencing homelessness or poverty. Uniting Vic.Tas is asking for donations of good-quality blankets from members of the public. You can also donate directly to the cause – just $29 is enough to buy a new blanket or doona for someone doing it tough. Uniting Vic.Tas general manager north and west Victoria, Annette Kelly-Egerton, said unaffordable rents and family violence were among the leading contributors to homelessness. She said that with the end of JobKeeper and the JobSeeker payment being reduced, Uniting Vic.Tas was bracing for a surge in

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Brimbank Bicycle Education Centre vice president Neil Hunichen and president David Bennett with volunteer Mary Akmo and Henry. (Damjan Janevski) 238122_01

parents as well. “They conduct weekly disability programs for adults to come and use bikes. They conduct after school disability programs. They employ local youths.” He said much of the income the group has goes to upgrades at the centre. “What is being asked for by the Brimbank Bicycle Education Centre is quite modest. “We’re changing the council’s policy to

reflect the true nature of this unique volunteer organisation.” Cr Virginia Tachos said asking for help with maintenance of the centre wasn’t “unreasonable.” Cr Trung Luu said while he supported the move, councillors should now hear requests from other community groups and sporting groups seeking support in the council chambers, to provide transparency.

Brimbank council is on the hunt for a new chief executive after Helen Morrissey announced her retirement. Ms Morrissey is stepping away from the role she’s held since 2017, as of July 15. Ms Morrissey has been at Brimbank council since 2010, firstly as a general manager, then as a corporate and community relations director, before stepping up to the chief executive role. Ms Morrissey said it had been a pleasure to work with Brimbank council “I’m proud of leading a council focused on building community resilience through ongoing urban renewal through a significant capital works program and expanding and improving services despite rate capping and other factors,” she said. “Keeping staff employed, and finding unique ways to deliver services to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences in my career in equal measure.”

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Ratepayers taken to court By Tara Murray Brimbank council took more than 1000 ratepayers to court over unpaid rates during a two year period, according to a new Ombudsman’s report. Ombudsman Deborah Glass last week published her investigation into councils’ response to ratepayers in financial hardship. She found that there were varying practices across Victoria’s 79 councils in regards to hardship policies, with information about many councils’ policies not made public.

“We heard some councils were ‘exemplary’ at dealing with ratepayers in hardship. But others were described as ‘paternalistic’ and ‘punitive’; ‘too quick to sue’ without adequately exploring alternatives.” Brimbank council was highlighted as an example of better practice for the provision of accessible information on financial hardship programs. In 2018-19, Brimbank council took court action against 628 ratepayers, placing it third in the state for legal action, according to the report.

In the 2019-20 financial year, the council took legal action against 416 people. Brimbank council financial and organisational excellence chief strategist Shane Marr said the council only undertakes debt recovery action against a ratepayer when they have not been in contact to discuss financial hardship or to enter into an arrangement to repay the debt. “Brimbank council understands some ratepayers experience financial difficulties and have brought in a number of measures offering rates relief and assistance for eligible

ratepayers,” Mr Marr said. “Council has an adopted financial hardship policy to consider any requests for support in payment of their rates. “As stated in the report and as part of our response to the Ombudsman, we have a higher number of ratepayers in Brimbank comparable to other municipalities and therefore expect to have a larger number of legal actions.” The council suspended all debt recovery legal action until June 30 this year, after adopting a COVID-19 Financial Hardship Policy in April 2020.

Scope thanks firefighters The Sunshine fire station C Platoon was just doing its job when it attended flooding at a house in St Albans last year. But for the group of people who lived at the supported independent living home for people with disability, what the crew did was much more than just a job. Last week the platoon was recognised with a Scope Community ‘Do it Right’ award. The award is presented to people who demonstrate the Scope Approach, a set of values that represent a commitment to provide outstanding services to people with disability and their families. Scope west Melbourne region area manager Katherine Hamblyn said as well as spending hours mopping up the property, the fireys who attended the flooding provided a reassuring voice to the residents. “During a stressful time, the platoon was very calm, compassionate, and respectful;

it was clear that the safety and wellbeing of people with disability was their priority,” Ms Hamblyn said. “They helped move furniture and spent several hours mopping to ensure the safety of the residents and minimise damage to Scope buildings. “Most importantly, they sought to communicate with residents in a manner that was reassuring and calm.” Resident Irene Kwong presented the award last Monday on behalf of Scope. She said that she was grateful for the help provided. “The platoon were very kind and helpful. They reassured us and made us feel safe”. Fire Rescue Victoria Deputy Commissioner David Bruce said he was “incredibly proud of the diligent and caring actions of the Sunshine C Platoon crew.” Tara Murray

Scope’s Karen Novak, Irene Kwong and Joshua Pontin with Sunshine FRV members. (Supplied)

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Cr Kathy Majdlik

Council services and facilities: melton.vic.gov.au/COVID19

The State Budget was released last week and pleasingly there were some positive highlights for our community.

COVID-19 restrictions: dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Quickly and easily connect with us online melton.vic.gov.au facebook.com/cityofmelton Instagram @cityofmeltonofficial

The future of a local TAFE facility will be investigated with $250,000 committed to a business case. Meanwhile, Parkwood Green Primary School in Hillside will be upgraded, the new Rockbank Murray Road Primary School will be constructed, and land will be acquired for a future Brookfield Primary School.

AFL awards MacPherson Park national project of the year

New indoor courts taking shape at Cobblebank Stadium

MacPherson Park Recreation Reserve has jointly won a prestigious AFL award for National Project of the Year, and has also been named the AFL Victoria Community Facility Project of the Year! Following the completion of $13.3 million in the stage one redevelopments, the facility won acclaim from the AFL for catering to diverse users and providing greater venue usage for training and matches.

Cobblebank Stadium works are making great progress and the project is on schedule for completion later this year. This month, contractors began laying the sports flooring for the six indoor courts. It follows the recent completion of the structural steel and pre-cast panels, framing, plaster, roofing and more.

It was also recognised for ongoing works to realign the adjacent oval which will increase participation from 181 footballers in 2019 to an anticipated 630 male, female, senior and junior footballers in 2021.

What’s your vision for the future? We’re seeking feedback on the draft Community Vision 2041 – a document that will guide Council to deliver the future our community envisions. Earlier community consultation has helped create the draft ‘Melton City 2041’ and capture current community aspirations and COVID-19 recovery priorities. To find out more and have your say on the draft community vision, visit conversations.melton.vic. gov.au/communityvision2041 Submissions close 5pm, Tuesday 8 June.

Once complete, the stadium will service basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and futsal competition and training, as well as community programs.

Coburn Ward with Cr Sophie Ramsey It’s an exciting time for our community with planning and construction on key infrastructure projects underway. A project very close to my heart is the new Cobblebank Indoor Stadium. Works are progressing well and the project is on track to be finished later this year. This $31 million facility is the largest project undertaken by Council and once complete will service basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and futsal competition and training, as well as community programs. Significant upgrade works are also continuing out at MacPherson Park Recreation Reserve, with construction on a new soccer pavilion recently commencing. As well as providing upgraded playing and training spaces, the upgraded facility will also play a big role in helping to connect residents and clubs socially.

And finally, we are currently seeking feedback on proposed upgrade works to Bulmans Road, between High Street and Centenary Avenue. Plans include widening and realigning the road, additional service roads and formalised on-street parking, as well as shared paths and cycling lanes, and traffic lights at the High Street and Bulmans Road intersection.

Train passenger capacity will also be increased by up to 50 per cent during peak periods, in an investment that will enable higher capacity trains in the City of Melton. The government will begin stage one of the new Melton Hospital utilising its earlier $70 million commitment and will also trial a new support model for local families with complex needs. It’s also fantastic to see a strong allocation for the Growing Suburbs Fund, which we hope will continue to help Council fund future projects. I’d like to thank the State Government for its ongoing support for our fast growing city. Of course, there are some other projects we had hoped to see in this budget too. We know our residents need more local jobs, better transport connections, and greater education opportunities, and Council can’t do this alone.

Bulmans Road is one of our major thoroughfares in Coburn Ward, connecting Harkness and Melton West, and the project is designed to help to keep motorists, cyclists and pedestrians safe and make school drop-off and pick-up smoother for families. To have your say, please submit your feedback by 5pm on Monday 31 May via conversations. melton.vic.gov.au/bulmansroad

I’d like to assure our community that we will continue to advocate to the State Government for a range of projects including a new western freight terminal, electrification of the Melton Line, the Outer Metropolitan Ring, Western Highway upgrade, Melton Highway upgrade, full construction of Melton Hospital, and a university.

Don’t hesitate to contact me at sophie.ramsey@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 067. I’d love to hear your thoughts about Coburn Ward.

You’re welcome to contact me regarding council matters at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.

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Council airs station concerns By Tara Murray The lack of a new bus interchange and the omission of a crucial bike path in concept designs for the new Deer Park train station has raised concerns for Brimbank council. The new station will be built as part of the Mt Derrimut Road level crossing removal project, which has been brought forward to this year. The concept designs were put out for community consultation, which finished on May 7. However a council document tabled

at a recent meeting, states the initial concept designs appear to be “lacking certain elements expected from a project of this scale” and “potentially exacerbates pre-existing issues”. The report states that community response indicates interest in the provision of a bicycle path along the rail corridor, as well as concerns about upgrades to the Station and Tilburn roads intersection and the size, location and access of carparking. Councillor Victoria Borg said there were no plans for a bus interchange as part of the station.

Currently, the bus stop serving Deer Park station is located on Tilburn Road, about 250 metres east of the station entrance, requiring commuters to walk three to four minutes to change transport modes. Cr Sarah Branton said she saw people crossing Station Road trying to catch buses daily. She said it was disappointing that a new bus interchange wasn’t included in the designs. Cr Borg also raised concern about the current design not delivering a shared user path along the rail corridor.

The council report said this was despite previous assurances that the project would deliver on the Department of Transport’s strategic cycling corridor along the Deer Park rail. The report also provided updates on the progress of level crossing removal projects for Robinsons Road and Fitzgerald Road. The council would continue to advocate to the Level Crossing Removal Authority to address concerns about the Fitzgerald Road crossing.

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Local resident Trevor Gielnik is frustrated about developers’ failed promise to build a bridge over the Maribyrnong River. (Damjan Janevski) 227173_01

Council wants to share the cost Brimbank council is seeking to share the cost of maintaining a bridge connecting the municipality and Moonee Valley. As reported by Star Weekly earlier this year, residents at River Valley estate in Sunshine North have been left high and dry as debate continued over who would foot the bill for the bridge’s maintenance. The bridge, connecting the estate to Avondale Heights, was meant to be built before the completion of stage seven of the estate. Estate developer YourLand said construction of the bridge had stalled because Brimbank council, Moonee Valley council and Parks Victoria were not “willing to assume ownership”. In 2019, planning permits were submitted

to both councils for the bridge because it falls within both municipalities. Parks Victoria, in a letter to resident Trevor Gielnik, has indicated it would not take responsibility for the bridge. At last week’s council meeting, Brimbank council agreed to write to Moonee Valley council requesting they enter into a Memorandum of Understanding to share the ongoing ownership and maintenance responsibilities of the future pedestrian bridge. Brimbank council’s engineers have estimated that annual maintenance costs for the entire bridge would be between $24,000 and $40,000. The council said in seeking an agreement from Moonee Valley, it is proposed that

officers collectively review the detailed design of the bridge to simplify the structure to reduce the annual ongoing maintenance costs on each council. Cr Trung Luu said he hoped that the two councils would come to an agreement soon and residents from both municipalities would benefit. “I strongly hold the view that this will enhance our wellbeing and inclusiveness of residents on both sides of the Maribyrnong River. “I fully support the recommendation and have great confidence the MOU will transpire with agreeable terms for both.”

Community groups will continue a campaign against concept plans for the Melbourne Airport Rail Link with a town hall meeting next month. Groups including the Greater Sunshine Community Alliance and the Albion and Ardeer Community Club will hold the meeting on June 7. It follows a rally in Albion earlier this month during which community members aired their disapproval at the elevated tracks that will run through Albion as part of the rail link. The airport rail plans include a new bridge over the Maribyrnong River and elevated twin tracks between Sunshine and Albion Junction. There is no mention of previously promised upgrades to the Albion area or the Sunshine Super Transport Hub. The alliance’s Stephen Torsi said the groups wanted to keep the momentum going and get more people involved in the campaign. “There is strong sentiment that the flyover shouldn’t happen,” he said. “That’s a key part of the campaign. We now want to bring in about the Sunshine Super Hub and have a broader meeting, looking at it all in more depth. “Our goal is to keep the pressure on.” Mr Torsi said local politicians and MPs would be invited to the meeting. He said the groups are seeking a commitment from MPs to work with the community. “We really want to get our view out much more widely and we want to bring more people into the conversation including decision-makers and politicians.” The meeting will be held at Glengala Hall on June 7 from 7pm. Details: http://ow.ly/HPqa50EQUJ7 Tara Murray

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Watergardens Town Centre goes green More than 6000 solar panels have been installed on Watergardens’ rooftop as the centre turns its focus to using more reliable and clean energy. A partnership between the centre’s owners, QIC, and Yurika Energy, has resulted in 6132 panels being installed, including solar technology and a 24/7 system monitoring. Watergardens centre manager Joe Galea said he was excited to see the solar technology bring on-demand, reliable and clean energy to the centre. He said the solar panels will generate about 2777MWh of electricity per annum, enough to power 298 homes for a year.

“This solar technology brings clean energy to Watergardens and will provide significant relief to the energy network in the surrounding community,” he said. “The technology will reduce Watergardens’ carbon emissions by 2442 metric tonnes of CO2 annually, which is the equivalent of removing 392 passenger vehicles from our roads each year. “As one of the first QIC-owned shopping centres to leverage Yurika’s solar technology, we are looking forward to being able to access reliable, clean energy whenever it is needed.” Yurika acting executive general manager Carly Irving said Yurika was proud to have

partnered with QIC. “The partnership we have in place with QIC … is quite unique in Australia, because we are partnering as experts in each other’s field. “This partnership is about both lowering the cost of energy and improving the environmental performance of large shopping centres.”

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A life less ordinary Multi-talented Mrinal Kanty Das has made it his life’s mission to share his passion for the creative arts with other people. He talks with Alesha Capone.

he Hoppers Crossing resident is extensively involved with the community as a volunteer and performer, plus through exhibitions of his work. Das – who described himself as a painter, free lens photographer, singer, lyricist and composer – was born in a small riverside town in Bangladesh, Chandpur, in 1973. “I inherited my artistic fervour from my family,” Das said. “My grandfather was a folk singer. He used to sing religious songs in local religious festivals.” Das completed a bachelor of fine arts (painting) and master of fine arts (painting) at the University of Chittagong, and went on to work at an advertising agency in Bangladesh for 15 years. He moved to Melbourne in 2015, and works as a graphic designer at Adjust Graphix. “At the very beginning, I came to Australia to accompany my wife who came here to study her second masters degree in Monash University,” he said. “Our two kids also came with us, and they just fell in love with the lifestyle here, especially of the freedom that they enjoyed here regarding their career selection and many other issues. “My brother and sister live in Werribee and Hoppers Crossing. The Wyndham people are very cultural-minded. The Bangladeshi community is quite large here and they are quite active and friendly. “The multi-cultural environment in Australia attracts me most.” Das is an art teacher at the Victorian Bangladeshi Community Foundation (VBCF) and Nuer Community Foundation, which works with South Sudanese-Australians. “Painting is my academic and professional interest,” he said. “Photography is one of my passions. I love to see the world through my lenses, which allow me to discover the multiple layers of beauty.” Das also runs a voluntary art venture, a social platform named Colour Buds, through which he helps children from underprivileged and refugee families learn painting and drawing. “I work with community groups who work with these children, and my focus is on the mental development of the traumatised kids who have become frustrated and desperate, as they have undergone much distress at such early stages of their lives,” he said. “I also have a plan to establish a virtual art

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1/ Mrinal Kanty Das performs. 2/ On stage with Bangladeshi children. 3/ Working with children in his Colour Buds program. Artwork by Mrinal Kanty Das: 4/ Photograph Immersion. 5/ Photograh Eye. 6/ Painting Apostles Discoursing Maternity. 7/ Painting Mother Nature. 8/ Painting Uluru, Mothering Civilization. (Pictures: Supplied) gallery for kids, under Colour Buds, which will showcase kid’s art work for free.” In the musical sphere, Das is one of two founders of the Bangladeshi folk band BAULA Bangladesh and one of its lead vocalists. He also wrote the musical piece Tumi chaia dekho for the movie Shuttle Train, a full-length film directed by Pradip Ghosh. The lyrics and tune of the song are by Das and the arrangement was by music director Binod Roy. In December, the Bangladeshi Ministry of Cultural Affairs announced Das as winner of

the 2019 Bangladesh National Film Award in the Best Singer Category (Male). Das said that winning the award was “an extraordinary experience”. “I never expected that I would ever be awarded with such a big honour,” he said. Das said the song first came into his mind when he was travelling with his wife in a ricksaw, in Bangladesh. “My wife instantly recorded the song on her phone, and the rest is history.” “I feel that writing is an inherent quality in me. Words come to me spontaneously, no

matter what environment I am in, words just pop up in my mind along with the tune.” In the future, Das hopes to work with fusion music by composing multilingual songs. “I have already created a platform from our company, Adjust Graphix, a recording studio called Adjust Tunes from which we will record and publish songs by local singers,” he said. Details: https://www.facebook.com/ mrinal71/, https://www.facebook.com/ mrinalkantydas, mrinalbiplob.wixsite.com/ mrinalkantydas, www.colourbuds.com, www. facebook.com/colourbud

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St Paul’s Anglican Church will host a biggest morning tea on Thursday, May 27 at 10am in the Masonic Lodge Hall, corner Fisher and Aitken streets, Gisborne. Admission by donation, with all proceeds to Cancer Council. Local natropath Leisa Blanch will be the speaker. ■ Elaine, 5428 2522

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Garden club 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

My Social Club Diabetes support

An 18+ not-for-profit disability recreation, sports and social sub-branch of “Rainbow Club Point Cook Inc”. Meets every 3rd Friday at local venues for meals and social interaction. Members plan their own adventues. Membership fee is NDIS funded. ■ www.mysocialclub.org.au, email: social@ rainbowclub.org.au or call 0414 384 557 during business hours

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, 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

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

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

Book Sale 10am - 1pm, Tuesday June 1, Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5. Rear of Altona Library 123 Queen Street Altona, access via Coles carpark.

Art show The Woodend Art Group art show promises an exciting exhibition of paintings, sculpture, woodwork, textiles and much more on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, June 12-14. 10-4pm daily. Entry by gold coin donation. ■ http://www.woodendartgroup.org.au

Museum UNDONE 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/

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Through the lens Nine-year-old Akshara, who makes candles to raise money for a local foodbank, is a shining light for her community. So it is fitting that the only light source needed to make this photo stand out was that of a candle. (Picture: Damjan Janevski)

performance of Matilda Jr. Performances on July 22, 23 and 24 at St Aloysius College Hall, 31 Curran Street, North Melbourne. Tickets on sale now.

Willy Lit Fest Have you seen the program for this year’s Williamstown Literature Festival yet? There’s something for everybody from June 18-20. Hear from renowned authors such as Cassandra Pybus, Sofie Laguna and Nardi Simpson, or learn how to get your masterpiece published in a special Fremantle Press workshop. ■ https://www.willylitfest.org.au/home/ festivalintro/program/

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

School holiday program Unleash your inner scientist these school holidays at St Aloysius College, STEMies program. Open to boys and girls from grades 4-6. June 28 and 29. ■ www.aloysius.vic.edu.au

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

Dutch language classes Victorian School of Languages has opened enrolment for Dutch language classes for children prep-10 in Altona North. With enough interest, classes will start from term 3. ■ www.vsl.vic.edu.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.

volunteer program in the Werribee and Point Cook areas to visit elderly residents. A female volunteer with an understanding of MS is also sought to visit a mature lady in aged care in Altona Meadows. ■ volunteer@ms.org.au or Sue, 9845 2744

The magic of Roald Dahl will be brought to life on stage with the St Aloysius College

The Multiple Sclerosis Community Visitors Scheme is seeking female Maltese and Italian-speaking volunteers to join its

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, Greensborough. ■ 0412 432 760

Playing cards, making friends

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

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

Deer Park probus

Conservation volunteers

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

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

Women’s choir

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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AL-ANON meets

Zonta club meets The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country

Senior citizens club 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 13 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 25 May, 2021

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Out and about Brimbank sure knows how to celebrate. Crowds flocked to Hampshire Road, Sunshine on Friday night as the council lit up the night with its first external gallery - the perfect way to help officially open the new Civic Green.

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9 8 2 7

4 8 3 6

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DOWN Lie (11) Dry up (9)

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12 14 15 18 20 22 24 26 27 28 29

Water creature (7) Wimp (4) Greater part of a country (8) African country (7) Actor's parts (5) Cat noise (3) Persistently (11) Inelegant (9) Slow cooking vessel (8) Region (7) Modern music genre (7) Japanese cartoon style (5) Row (4) Concert (3)

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4 8 1 3 9 2 5 7 6

9-LETTER WORD Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

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5 9 2 7 3 6 4 1 8

9 2 5 6 8 3 1 4 7

7 1 8 4 9 5 6 2 3

6 4 3 1 7 2 8 5 9

1 5 9 3 6 7 2 8 4

8 3 4 9 2 1 7 6 5

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Which element has the symbol Ru?

What kind of being is Totoro in the film My Neighbour Totoro by Hayao Miyazaki (pictured)?

What is the primary vegetable ingredient in the Indian dish raita?

What dressing consists of oil, egg yolk and vinegar or lemon juice?

What is the largest inland body of water by area in the world?

In what European country did the cravat originate?

10 Which US actor and comedian was born Eric Marlon Bishop?

And what five countries is it bounded by?

Ursine refers to what kind of animal?

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3126 Avondale Heights: Milleara Shopping Centre, 235 Milleara Road, Keilor East VIC 3033 (RFNSA 3033003) The proposed facility consists of the addition of new equipment and associated works, including 5G, as follows: r Removal of existing Vodafone antennas and equipment r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 2.7m long, on a new headframe r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 0.8m long, on the new headframe r Installation of ancillary equipment including fifteen (15) remote radio units, antenna mounts and cabling

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Compulsory Acquisition of Interest in Land The Secretary to the Department of Transport, being the project authority for the Robinsons Road, Deer Park Level Crossing Removal Project to which the Major Transport Projects Facilitation Act 2009 applies, declares that, by this notice, it acquires the following interest in the land described as parcel 1 on SP24345 on the attached plan, being part of the land contained in Certificate of Title Volume 11920 Folio 191:

3214 St Albans: 38 McKechnie Street, St Albans VIC 3021 (RFNSA 3021003) The proposed facility consists of the addition of new equipment and associated works, including 5G, as follows: r Removal of existing Vodafone antennas and equipment r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 2.7m long, on the existing headframe r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 0.8m long, on the existing headframe r Installation of ancillary equipment including fifteen (15) remote radio units, antenna mounts and cabling

The interest in fee simple of the registered proprietor YZL Investment Pty Ltd ACN 630 150 104 and all other interests in the land, excluding any existing leasehold interest of Fulton Hogan Constructions Pty Ltd. The interests in the Land are acquired by the Authority freed and discharged from any right, title, power, authority or interest of Powercor Australia Ltd, including the easement marked ‘E-1’ on Title Plan TP 101088H registered at the Land Titles Office in dealing number AQ590883C.

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3560 Deer Park South: 780D Ballarat Road, Deer Park VIC 3023 (RFNSA 3023001) The proposed facility consists of the addition of new equipment and associated works, including 5G, as follows: r Removal of existing Vodafone antennas and equipment r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 2.7m long, on a new headframe r Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 0.8m long, on the new headframe r Installation of ancillary equipment including fifteen (15) remote radio units, antenna mounts and cabling 1. Vodafone regards the proposed installations as Low-impact Facilities under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”), or permissible under A Code of Practice for Telecommunications Facilities in Victoria, based on the description above 2. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Should you require further information or wish to comment, please contact Andrew McLane at Axicom, 02 9495 9000, community@axicom.com.au or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065 by Wednesday 9 June 2021. Further information may also be obtained from www.rfnsa.com.au/3033003, www.rfnsa.com.au/3021003 and www.rfnsa.com.au/3023001.

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Duncan hits the road By Peter Howe What made a young Werribee man with a passion for tennis head overseas for seven months during a global pandemic? For 18-year-old Dwaine Duncan, it’s a single-minded focus to win the Australian Open. When we spoke it was on a freezing cold Monday night and he was being driven home from another eight hour day of tennis practice by his mother and was headed straight for an ice bath. This has become the daily routine for the teenager. “I left MacKillop College halfway through year 11 because [I was] trying to mix school, homework and family commitments with tennis,” he said. “It just didn’t give me enough time on the courts to practice and hone my skills. “I spend four hours on court each day practicing my skills either in a one-on-one with my coach or with my squad completing drills. I then spend an hour to an hour and a half doing either running or gym-work. “They are full-on days, but it’s where you learn your lessons on strategy and resilience.” Duncan’s love of tennis began when he was just four-years-old. His mother, Lisa, an avid tennis player and local pennant champion, put a racquet into his hands and he immediately fell in love with the sport. “I could feel this sport was meant for me,” he said. Duncan has spent many years on the Australian circuit competing in, and winning, many tournaments along the way. Now he’s confident he’s ready for the next step – the rest of the world. Duncan has played and been coached at

Dwaine Duncan. (Supplied)

Altona, Hoppers Crossing and Laverton Park tennis clubs. Hoppers Crossing tennis’ Ryan Meehan was instrumental in his junior years, while the Laverton Park team of Vuk Skadarka and Stefan Skadarka, along with Australian Alpha Tennis Academy’s Tomislav Fadljevic are the key players in his team now. “We are one big family with all the same goals,” Duncan said.

His first aim is to qualify for an International Tennis Federation tournament and secure an ITF point to gain a world men’s ranking. That was behind his decision to head overseas last year. It was no small feat when competing against the world’s best. Before heading overseas in September, he was number two in Victoria and number 10 in Australia in his age group. Overall in Australia, he was the 172nd ranked male.

Duncan’s best ranking is 1400 in the world in his age group but he sees that hurdle disappearing quickly. He played tournaments in Germany, Netherlands, France, Greece, Turkey, Indonesia, Croatia, Cypress and Tunisia last year. Duncan had some good wins against ranked players while overseas but he said the trip was more for the experience and understanding the European standard. “Many countries were in lockdown because of COVID, but tennis tournaments continued,” he said. “I was either on my own in these countries or with the remainder of the squad in Germany. “I don’t get homesick, the trip taught me to become organised, on time and self reliant. I loved the culture in these countries and really enjoyed playing tennis in these centres.” At 182 centimetres, Duncan, who is part of the Tennis Australia’s national academy squad, sees his forehand as his biggest strength. “I see myself as an aggressive base liner,” he said. “I don’t model myself on any modern day player but I would like to think I can become a fighter like Rafa Nadal, serve like Alexander Zverev and play my backhand like Novak Djokovic. “My forehand however is unique to me.” Duncan has his sights set high and as the May winner of the Don Deeble Sports Star Award, the Sunshine Western Region Sports Club is right behind him. The award is sponsored by the Yarraville Club Cricket Club, Strathmore Community Bank and the Deer Park Club. If you would like to nominate a monthly winner or attend a dinner at the Medway Golf Club, contact the club by emailing swrsportsclub@gmail.com or sms 0408 556 631.

SPORTS QUIZ 1. From which tournament did Ash Barty retire injured in the quarterfinals recently?

6. What team will the Australian Cricket Team play on an overseas tour in July?

2. Who won the 2020–21 FA Cup?

7. Which country has won the most Olympic table tennis medals?

3. In which AFL season did the Lions play their last AFL game as Fitzroy? 4. Which Super Rugby team has won the most championships? 5. What Australian city will be home to a new state-of-the-art football facility for the Matildas?

8. What is a period of play in a polo match known as? 9. The Major League Baseball World Series is a best-of how many games? 10. What NBA star was known by the nickname by Dr J? 11. Where was the 2018 FIFA World Cup held?

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12. Which Australian basketball player holds the record for most points scored in a single WNBA game, with 53?

13. The Australian Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing consists of winning the Randwick Guineas, Rosehill Guineas and which other race?

Andrew Hoy

14. Which two years did Pat Rafter win the US Open? 15. Who won the first rugby league State Of Origin match played at the MCG in June 1994? 16. What year was Collingwood player Dane Swan awarded the Brownlow Medal? 17. What sport do the Newcastle Northstars and CBR Brave both play? 18. Which Australian golf professional shot a final round of 59 to win the 2010 Greenbrier Classic by one stroke? 19. What was the name of the racing yacht that won the 1983 America’s Cup for the Royal Perth Yacht Club? 20. How many games did the Penrith Panthers win out of their first 10 games of the 2021 NRL season?

21. Which team does leading A-League goal scorer Jamie Maclaren play for?

27. Rachael Sporn holds the record for most career points and rebounds in which sporting league?

22. How many times has Ben Simmons been named an NBA All-Star?

28. Australian equestrian rider Andrew Hoy has competed in how many Olympic Games?

23. What is the national sport of the Netherlands? 24. What sport returned to the Olympics in 2016 after a 112-year absence? 25. What country with the Australian Cricket Team play in a one-off test in November 2021?

29. Grace Hamilton is the current captain of which Australian national team? 30. Which Australian athlete lit the Olympic cauldron at the 2000 Sydney Olympics?

26. Which martial art is set to debut as an Olympic sport in Tokyo this year?

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SPORT Gila snares back-to-back awards Keilor Park all-rounder Dean Gila enhanced his reputation as one of the star players of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 2 competition with a second straight best and fairest award. Gila polled 31 votes to claim the Steve McNamara Medal – seven clear of Newport Digman’s Tyler Johnson. Gila said he was shocked to have claimed this season’s medal. “I wasn’t sure [if I was a chance], as they were a fair few blokes who had good seasons,” he said. “I started the year off well, but I slipped away with the bat towards the end of the season. “I’m more shocked than anything. Winning two in a row is crazy, it’s pretty humbling.” Gila finished third in the runs scored in the division this season, making 345 at an average of 34.50. He was the sixth leading wicket taker, claiming 24 wickets at an average of 14.83. Gila said that until last season, he had never

been anywhere near claiming a best and fairest. He said he couldn’t put his finger on what had suddenly changed. “I’ve always been a hard trainer and done a lot of extras. “For me it’s about doing more, maybe that is why I’ve stepped up.” Gila, who also plays football for Keilor Park, said cricket is his number one love. He has played all of his cricket with the Devils and said there’s a few aims for the side going forward. “Team success is what we strive for,” he said. “For me, I’d like to be good with both the bat and ball in the same game. It’s always one or the other. “I want to get out of that pattern soon.” Gila was also named in the division 2 team of the year, alongside Devils teammate Trent Thompson. In the senior division, Druids coach Michael Hay claimed the Roy Paxino Medal, with 26 votes.

He finished two ahead of Strathmore’s Chris Williams and Sunshine United grand final most valuable player Thomas Duxon. All three were named in the team of the year, alongside St Albans’ Thilina Masmulla, Geeth Alwis, Arosh Janoda and Shanaka Silva, and Sunshine United pair Sangaran Nandhalal and Nalin Amaratunga In division 1, Deer Park’s Angelo Emmanuel finished third in the best and fairest, 17 votes behind runaway winner Daniel Salpietro. Emmanuel and his Deer Park teammates Gayan De Silva and Mohammed Alfar were named in the team of the year. Sunshine captain Troy Stone, was named skipper in the division 1 team of the year. Other winners included, East Keilor’s Louis Ruberto [division 3], Sunbury’s Jason McGann and Moonee Valley’s Nadeera Thuppahi [division 4] and Bellbridge’s Daniel Spencer [division 5]. Tara Murray

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Wolves aim for promotion

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Parsons wins top award By Tara Murray Billy Parsons capped off his first season at Sunshine Eagles by claiming the Baseball Victoria division one George Heron Medal. Parsons took out the division 1 best and fairest with 17 votes. He also claimed the division 1 pitchers’ award, the Harry Douglas Memorial Trophy, with an earned run average of 0.73. It’s Parsons’ second straight best and fairest – he claimed the division 2 award last season while playing with Port Melbourne. The 21-year-old, who is playing baseball in Czech Republic, said he was shocked when he found out he had claimed the best and fairest. “I was notified by the team at Baseball Victoria a few days before the awards night,” he said. When I found out it was a great feeling. I knew I had a good year but I was quite surprised because I know a lot of other boys had great 26 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 25 May, 2021

seasons themselves.” Parsons was key as the Eagles made it through to finals. They were knocked out in the first week of the finals. He paid tribute to his teammates and coaching staff for helping him to be able to perform well. “Personally, I had the kind of year I expect from myself and as a team we came up a little shorter than we expected,” he said. “I think the key to allowing me to perform the way I want to has to be through the boys. “Working with de san [Allan de San Miguel] has been great having such an experienced catcher to work with, also the pitching coaches helping me all year and obviously the boys behind me in the field stayed solid. “The boys did all the right things all year but couldn’t get it done in the end … we will come back stronger next season for sure.” The award caps off a massive season for Parsons, who also made his Australian Baseball

League debut with Canberra Cavalry. “It was great getting my first taste of some really high-level baseball and I really loved being around the boys and the whole Canberra crew,” Parsons said. “I can’t wait to hopefully have a full season next year.” There is no off season for Parsons, who is playing in the Hluboká Baseball in the Czech Republic, with the season getting to the pointy end. It’s the first time he’s played overseas. “Canberra pitcher Justin Erasmus hooked me up with a team over here in the Czech Republic. So far it’s going great,” he said. “The team is second in the standings and were looking to make a push for playoffs going into the last few weeks of the regular season. “I’m looking to finish strong here in Czech this season and then hopefully make my way back into the abl next summer while also playing for Sunshine.”

The hard work is just beginning for Keilor Wolves in Football Victoria state league 5 west. Undefeated in their first eight games, including seven wins and a draw, the Wolves sit atop the ladder and have opened up a gap on the rest of the competition. Wolves coach Sofiane Soufi said the club had set its sights during the pre-season on claiming the division and earning promotion. “We’ve been in state league five for a few years now,” he said. “It’s time to bounce back and show the true colours of the club. So far, so good, but it’s only early in the season. “I couldn’t be happier. “We need to remain focused.” Soufi, who also coaches the club’s under-7s, said they had changes to the playing group this season, which had helped with their form. He said he aimed to bring a more professional level to the side. The club was also in a good position off field, with a new committee intent on getting them back up the ranks. The Wolves have been doing the business at both ends of the field, with the most lethal attack and the stingiest defence. They have scored 25 goals, four more than the team with the second highest number of goals, and conceded just five goals. Soufi said they knew they had the strongest attack, but the defensive element had surprised them. “We have some good technical players,” he said. “Most teams in this division play the long ball. We like to have position and control the ball for 70 to 80 per cent of the game.“ Soufi said the team knows the second half of the season will be just as tough. He said they wanted to be seven or eight points clear on top of the ladder at the halfway mark. “We have to be careful, as there’s clubs right behind us who keep getting wins. ”Every team wants to beat us as we are the top team.” Tara Murray

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Big Sam guarantees the “Freshest” quality

St.Albans Market WEDNESDAY 7am-3pm

Fresh Ginger

M&K Fruit and Veg

$ 49

bag

Piccolo Fresh Fruit & Veg

Stall 26 & 27

Boneless Pork Shoulder

Pork Tenderloin

$ TD Quality Meats

(Chemical Free) Market Place Poultry & Game

Australian Raw Peanuts

(Prod of Queensland)

Stall 21

Australian Continental Deli

Dried Fruits, Nuts & Confectionery Stall 9

European Deli

Stall 5 & 6

Stall 7

$ 99

per tray Paramount Poultry & Game

Stall 18

1199 kg kg

Big G’s Deli

Stall 11

Crispy Rice with Pork Floss

$ 49

bunch

Hanna Coffee

Stall 12

St.Albans Market

Amy’s House

Stall 13

per box

THE FRESH FOOD SPECIALISTS Specials Valid WEDNESDAY 26TH MAY TO SATURDAY 29TH MAY or until stocks last. Retail limits may apply.

Polar Satin 2ply Tissues 180 Sheets

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Stall 2

Cage free tray of 30 eggs (2 1/2 doz)

1999

HVK Fresh Fish and Seafood

doz

Maasdam Cheese

Mladost Soups

Stall 30

St Albans Market Fish Supply

$ Delight Blooms

Stall 15

Chrysanthemums

$ 99

Fresh Rockling Fillets

$ 99

Stall 1

Bertocchi Virginia Ham

$ 99

Stall 16 & 17

McGaurans Meats

Ramb Deli

1599

Candy’s Nuts

2199

Bulgarian Feta

Raw Hazelnuts

Fresh Large Oysters

Stall 31 & 32

(Prod of Aust) Stall 3

kg Stall 4

Pork Shoulder Chops

Ross’s Meat Supply

$ 99

L&M Fruit & Veg

$ 99

Don Salami - Hot and Mild

La Ionica Chicken Drumsticks

$ 49

St Albans Fresh Fruit & Veg Stall 28 & 29

Stall 22 & 23

$ 99

1099

SATURDAY 7am-3pm

Imperial Mandarins

$ 99 kg

Stall 24 & 25

FRIDAY 7am-6pm

Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan)

10kg Bag of Brown Onions

THURSDAY 7am-6pm

Teresa’s Gifts

www.stalbansmarket.com.au

Stall 15A