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It was school with a difference in St Albans on Saturday. The Brimbank Snuff Skool offered students a one-day performance workshop with the Snuff Puppets at the Bowery Theatre. The Snuff Puppets, a community of Melbourne-based artists and performers, has developed a unique performance style merging puppetry and contemporary movement theories over the past 20 years. During the workshop students learned puppetry skills and created acts with giant puppets before finishing the day with a roaming performance around the streets of St Albans. More workshops will be held in Brimbank in the coming months. Details: email people@snuffpuppets.com Tara Murray

Tip fire ‘harm’ revealed By Tara Murray A report on the Kealba Landfill hotspot fires has found the fires have had a ‘high’ impact on the wellbeing of neighbouring residents. An Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) report into the effects of the hotspots, which was requested by St Albans MP Natalie Natalie Suleyman in December, was released last week. The report states that the hotspots were likely to be a result of oxygen, which had ingressed into the landfill due to the design of the cells within the former quarry, combusting with old, decomposed waste. The report states the risk of impacts to human health from air emissions released by

the hotspots has been found to be low, based on air quality monitoring. However the impact to residents’ wellbeing was considered ‘high’. According to the report, between November, 2019 and May 2021, there had been 834 complaints made to the EPA about the odour and hotspots. “The EPA is aware of a high impact from landfill odour to some residents who live close to the landfill, which has had a significant impact on local residents’ wellbeing,” the report states. “Considering feedback from members of the community on the detriment the hotspots have had on their wellbeing, EPA considers the harm from the noncompliance to be ‘high’. “This correlates with an escalated level

of rigour in regulatory requirements and compliance assessment EPA has placed on the duty holder through the five remedial notices and regular EPA inspections to progress remediation.” While the EPA recognises the impact on residents’ wellbeing, it said the likelihood of long-term physiological effects to result from odour exposure is very low due to the low level of concentrations of likely harmful compounds “However, odour can cause short-term physiological effects and psychological impacts related to amenity and personal wellbeing,” the report states. “The human nervous system has developed to alert humans to avoid certain unpleasant odours associated with potentially unsafe food

or air and trigger similar reactions to the gag reflex, or psychological distress. “Some individuals may experience symptoms even at low odour intensities.” The report was finished before the EPA announced its intention to suspend Barro’s licence last month. The report states that for the EPA to invoke its power to suspend or revoke a licence, there must be a sustained and significant non-compliance, a significant risk of harm, and the decision must withstand strong internal and external legal scrutiny, as any decision is subject to appeal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. ■A

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Important information

Help co-design a better Brimbank for people living with disability and carers

Public Amenities Cleansing Levy A new levy is being introduced for 2021/2022 named the Public Amenities Cleansing Levy.

We would like to hear from our community about ways that we can make Brimbank more accessible for people living with disability and their carers.

have a voice in helping to design an accessible community, where they have opportunities to engage in social, economic, sporting and cultural life.

We are working with community members to co-design the Disability Action Plan for 2021-2025. The co-design team includes local residents living with disability, carers and disability service providers. We have asked them to advocate and share their lived experiences in the development of the plan.

Consultation is now open on Council’s Your Say website and should take 10 minutes to complete.

Working together in this way means people with disability

WHAT’S ON Explore the world of indigenous food plants Learn about indigenous food plants and help to cultivate a new crop of tubes at the glorious Taylors Valley Parklands. Registrations are required for all Brimbank environmental events. Please remember to bring along your own water bottle and gloves, wear a pair of sturdy shoes, long trousers, long sleeve top and hat. For the comfort of all, please leave your pets at home. Children under 16 must be supervised. When: Saturday 17 July, 10am Where: Taylors Valley Parklands, meet at Calder Rise Neighbourhood Park, Keilor Cost: No charge Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/ events to learn more and register.

The survey will be open until 23 August 2021. Following the consultation period, the draft plan will be prepared. The plan will be implemented and made public in February 2022. Please visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to complete the survey

This will appear as a separate item on Council Rate notices. It applies to all rateable properties to ensure that all rateable properties contribute fairly to the cost of street sweeping, and for waste and rubbish to be collected and disposed of from public places. The levy for the 2021/2022 year is $87.60. Ratepayers do not pay more because of the new levy because the Environmental Charge that residential properties pay as well as the User Pays Green Waste Charge has been reduced to reflect this amount. Council is not collecting additional income - it is only recovering the cost of the services provided.

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Calling all little scientists Children can explore the world of science with fun, hands-on experiments and science equipment that they can take home as part of this program being run at Sydenham Library. The Little Scientist Club runs for four weeks and is ideal for 3-5 year old children and parents. Bookings are required. When: Starts on Wednesday 14 July, 10.30–11.30am and runs for four weeks Where: Sydenham Library, Watergardens Shopping Centre Cost: No charge Visit brimbanklibraries. vic.gov.au to learn more.

Abundant Attention

AkzoNobel Community forum

Ruthless capitalism, mass media, the environment and humanity are all themes explored by artist Augustine Ang in his exhibition titled Abundant Attention.

Representatives from AkzoNobel, Golder Associates, EPA and the Environmental Public Health Unit will be meeting to answer the community’s questions about AkzoNobel’s Sunshine North site.

The exhibition opened recently at the Bowery Gallery and is sure to be a thought-provoking experience for anyone who takes a look. When: Now open and showing daily until 9 September 2021 Where: Bowery Gallery, St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans

Please reserve your place to attend the meeting as there are capacity limits for the venue. You can view the meeting remotely via Zoom. When: 15 July, 6.15-7.30pm Where: Glengala Hall, 10 Simmie St, Sunshine West Call 9313 4555 or visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/ events for more information and to register your attendance.

Share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Learn more about projects that are open for comment including: • Melbourne Airport Rail in Sunshine and Albion – Sign our petition urging the State Government to re-affirm its commitment to transform Sunshine Station as a Super Hub and to reconsider plans for a flyover through Albion. • Fix the Calder – We’re calling for the Calder Freeway to be fixed between the Western Ring Road and Melton Highway. $100M is already confirmed. Sign the petition and share your story. • Disability Action Plan for 2021-2025 – We would like to hear from our community about ways that we can make Brimbank more accessible for people living with disability and their carers. Consultation closes 23 August, 2021. Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to share your thoughts on these initiatives and consultations.

Next Council meeting: Tuesday 20 July 2021 Brimbank Community and Civic Centre Level 1, Council Chamber 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine Please check the Brimbank Council website to confirm the details of the next Council meeting and if it will be open to the public. COVID-19 restrictions limit the number of people we can have in the Chamber. The Council Meeting will be live streamed via a link to be published on the website, closer to the date of the meeting.

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Jobless rate tipped to keep rising By Tara Murray Unemployment, particularly youth unemployment, is likely to remain high in Brimbank in the coming years, according to a local learning and employment network. Recently released federal government labour market data shows that Brimbank has one of the highest unemployment rates in the state, with a jobless rate of 10.9 per cent as of March. Kings Park has the highest unemployment rate in Brimbank at 15.5 per cent, up from 12.5 per cent in March, 2020.

St Albans North and St Albans South have unemployment rates of 15.4 per cent and 14.6 per cent respectively, as of March. Brimbank and Melton Future Connect executive officer Deirdre Hardy said she wasn’t surprised by Brimbank’s high unemployment rate. “We’ve experienced high youth unemployment for a number of years,” she said. “The Brotherhood of St Lawrence did a study in 2019 which identified Melbourne’s west as one of the 20 hotspots for youth unemployment.” Ms Hardy said not only was the west suffering

from high unemployment, many people in the area were under employed in either lower paid roles or people working part-time or casual but seeking full-time employment. She said while there had been a lot of government infrastructure funded in Brimbank, there was no requirement for local workers to be employed. She said local people should be employed on local jobs. “What they do not often focus on is having to employ people from that area. Projects that are built in the west and should employ people from the west,” she said.

Ms Hardy said the side effects of COVID-19 on the unemployment rate in the area would last for many years. She said young people were already having trouble finding jobs with the postcode someone lives in counting against them. “Post COVID you’ve got young people who weren’t doing work, let alone having been to school and experiencing things like work experience,” she said. “Young people are craving the opportunity to engage with adults. A lot of young people have missed much of their rite of passage.”

Charges over gym thefts

Shane Delia with the staff of Pho Kim Long and, bottom right, at Avasii Café & Grill. (Pictures: Supplied)

Delia reveals St Alban’s hidden gems Victoria got a first-hand glimpse into the foodie world of St Albans on channel nine’s Postcards. Chef and television personality Shane Delia visited St Albans to share his favourite places to eat for an episode of the TV series which screened last week. Having grown up in Deer Park and spent most of his life living in the west, Delia knows the secrets of the area better than most. “It was really good to get out there with the crew, a lot had never travelled out there before,” he said. “There’s a lot of mis-illusions about St Albans and it was a chance to show how amazing the area is.

“There’s a really good food culture out there.” Delia said the food in the area had changed over time, as different cultures moved to St Albans. He said the food on offer gives a glance into the broader community. “St Albans is a magnificent place to come and eat and I know where to look to find some of the best food in the state. “I’m a big fan of Pho Kim Long who has really good Vietnamese soup and Quang Vinh is right next door. “There’s a little coffee shop, Hanna Coffee, in Big Sam’s Market and I like going there and

listening to the old blokes just talking. It’s a real escape from busy life.” On the show, Delia also visits Avasii Café & Grill, Phi Phi 2. Delia said while many businesses were hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic, it was the little businesses that hurt the most. He encouraged people to get out and visit those stores. “Explore and check out the restaurant on the corner and give it a crack. “It could become part of your routine.”

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Police have issued a warning to gym-goers not to leave valuables unattended. It comes as detectives from the Maribyrnong Crime Investigation Unit arrested a group of teenagers at a Braybrook gym following alleged thefts last week. A Footscray woman, 18, has since been charged with armed robbery in relation to an alleged incident in Footscray on April 5. Further charges are expected in relation to the alleged gym thefts. A Brookfield girl, 13, has been charged with two counts of burglary and theft, theft of motor vehicle and bail offences. She will appear at a children’s court at a later date. Detective Sergeant Mark Anderson said there had been a spate of thefts at gyms across Melbourne’s north-west. “We are continuing to see small groups of two or three youths target fitness centres across Melbourne to steal valuables,” he said. “This offending has led to serious high-harm offences being committed, which have a significant impact on the community’s safety and feelings of safety. “We are continuing to work with fitness centres to address security issues and implement crime prevention measures such as lockable storage devices and CCTV.” Police are advising gym-goers not to leave bags unattended, use secure lockers and not to allow anyone else to use their access pass. Patrons who see suspicious behaviour should alert a staff member or call triple-0 if immediate police attendance is required. Goya Dmytryshchak

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The redevelopment of Bon Thomas Reserve will have a big impact on Brimbank Rugby Union Club. The club, formed in 2011, will move to the reserve in Deer Park following the upgrades, which are funded by the council and the state government. Stage one, currently under construction, includes new rectangular sports grounds, a new sports pavilion and changerooms. Stage two, due to start later this year, will include a new asphalt carpark, multi-purpose cricket nets, irrigation upgrade for the oval, a new multipurpose training facility and a new path network. The state government has contributed just over $1 million for stage two. Brimbank Bucks committee member Aturo

Kamuta said the upgrades and moving to the ground was vital to the growth of the club. “Brimbank is one of the biggest catchment areas for rugby union, with at least 30 per cent of players in the state competition having come out of Brimbank,” Mr Kamuta said. “The upgraded facilities hold us in good stead for the younger players,.” Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic said staying active and engaged in community sport is important to the community. “Bon Thomas Reserve is one of the few large sporting reserves in the south or Brimbank, but it has been under-used due to the lack of supporting infrastructure on site.”

Nominations for Brimbank council’s We Are Brimbank Awards are now open. The awards recognise the exceptional contributions, hard work and determination of organisations and community groups making a positive difference within Brimbank. There are five categories – culture, arts and tourism, environment and sustainability, employment and enterprise, inclusive Brimbank and learning excellence. Details: brimbank. vic.gov.au/wearebrimbank

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Teen vaping a growing concern By Benjamin Millar Melton council will partner with local primary and secondary schools to tackle growing concerns about young people vaping. Councillor Julie Shannon moved a motion at a recent council meeting, highlighting the issue of teenagers taking up the harmful e-cigarette habit. “I move that [council] officers engage with City of Melton school principals, primary and secondary, to discuss the issue of vaping in our community and the best way to address the concern,” she said. Cr Shannon moved for council officers to prepare a report to a future meeting outlining

how the council can work with schools and any other steps it could take to support addressing the issue. The motion was seconded by Cr Goran Kesic and unanimously backed by all other councillors. Cr Shannon told Star Weekly she is personally concerned about the vaping issue, particularly among children and youth. “Speaking with school principals will give council a greater understanding of how this issue is affecting young people in our community,” she said. The move follows an Australian Drug Foundation report that showed vaping among young people in Australia is on the increase.

“Young people who vape nicotine are exposed to a toxic chemical that can harm adolescent brain development and lead to dependence,” the report found. “There is also some evidence that vaping nicotine is associated with later tobacco use among teenagers.” While the advertising and promotion of vaping products is illegal in Australia, companies use other strategies to target youth markets including use of social media and creating flavours that appeal to young people. “There have been a number of studies which have found that e-cigarette flavours which give off the perception of sweetness, such as candy or fruit flavoured, may make buying and trying

e-cigarettes more appealing among young people,” the report found. Cancer Council Australia encourages parents concerned about young people vaping to calmly discuss the issue and their worries with them. Strategies include learning the basics about vaping products and the associated harms, approaching the conversation calmly, and avoiding making accusations. “Focus on how you care about them and want them to be healthy,” a spokesperson said. “For example, if they are vaping nicotine you can say that you are concerned about the evidence that this can affect adolescent brain development.”

Vaccine milestone Mr Johnson said most days they were fully booked, with walk-ins for AstraZeneca for over 60s and people getting their second dose currently accepted. Mr Johnson said Western Health was planning for the hub to be operating until at least the end of the year. “We’ll play it by ear.” Tara Murray

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Flyover won’t stop growth: Allan By Tara Murray Plans for a rail flyover between Sunshine and Albion won’t hinder development in the area, according to Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan. The two-kilometre flyover, proposed as part of the plans for the Melbourne Airport Rail Link, has been met with criticism from Brimbank council and residents, who are calling for it to be scrapped. Greens MP Sam Hibbins raised the

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community’s concerns during a recent state government Budget Estimates Inquiry, questioning Ms Allan about the flyover. He asked Ms Allan why a flyover was being considered over alternative options. Ms Allan said this was the best option for the

local environment. She said suggestions the flyover would stop further development in the area were incorrect. “Your allegation that this will preclude future development is simply wrong,” she said. “There was another alternative … Being promoted by the private sector that did include a tunnel, and when we assessed that proposal, it was determined it was not going to provide the benefits that were being claimed.” Ms Allan said Brimbank would be “at the heart” of the airport rail project.

“Putting the airport rail link through Sunshine is going to provide a huge catalyst for the Sunshine area,” she said. “We will see huge development come into Sunshine and this broader Sunshine precinct which Albion sits in and around. “This is a community that comes with a history of economic disadvantage and we’ve got a wonderful opportunity to catalyst the future of Sunshine and the surrounding area. “We’re really excited to work with the Brimbank council in realising that opportunity.”

Freedom to create Artistic freedom and young learning were on show at The Gallery In Me exhibition last week. The exhibition included works created during a series of workshops for young Brimbank residents aged between nine and 12. Lise Kaufman, who runs the workshops and the exhibition, said it was a good way to let the children get creative without being restrictive. “It’s a self-led program, we don’t teach them anything,” she said. “We support them to discover themselves and there’s a lot of peer leading. A lot of them don’t identify as artists. “We wanted them to have that freedom and trust from us to control the piece.” Ms Kaufman said this was the second exhibition from the program. “This time the Hunt Club wanted to exhibit some of the work,” she said. “We decided to do some workshops and bring in additional kids. “We brought back the older ones in a mentor

role, as the next stage of the project. “At the end, they were able to hang their own artwork in the live exhibition.” Ms Kaufman said some of the artwork would now go on display at the Sunshine Youth Space. Tara Murray

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Brimbank social housing boost By Tara Murray

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More social and affordable housing is available in Brimbank, with 10 properties recently completed and another four under construction. The houses are part of 51 new social and affordable homes the state government is building in Brimbank. A Homes Victoria spokesperson said the state government was striving to provide homes for those who need them most. “This includes 14 homes recently completed or under construction in the Brimbank local government area, with a further 37 in the planning process,” the spokesperson said. The 10 completed homes are in Albion and Sunshine, with work finishing on the properties earlier this month. In St Albans, there are four houses under construction. The spokesperson said these houses are in addition to the state government’s Big Housing Build program, which was announced in last year’s state budget. Under that program, more than 12,000 new homes throughout metro and regional Victoria will be built each year for four years. Brimbank and the western suburbs were named as priority areas for the program. At the time, Brimbank council welcomed the municipality’s status as a priority area. Council, in its 2017 housing strategy plan, said it wanted to ensure that existing social housing is safeguarded while encouraging the further provision of housing. Victorian Council of Social Service (VCOSS) data shows that Victoria has the lowest level of public and community housing stock in Australia, at just 3.2 per cent. VCOSS is calling for an extra 60,000 houses in Victoria by 2031.

The creative talents of some of the littlest Brimbank residents were on show at Brimbank Shopping Centre the past two weeks. The centre held a school holiday program, with a number of different winter activities. Each day had a different activity, getting the youngsters to test out their artistic skills while having fun making something they could take home. Among the activities were making tissue paper polar bears, decorating hot chocolate mugs, making your own ear muffs, crowns, photo frames and winter cloud wall hangings. EVAN, 4

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Group wants ‘real action’ By Tara Murray A local community group impacted by pollution from resin manufacturing plant AkzoNobel has had enough. The Stop AkzoNobel Pollution Action Group [SANPAG] was formed by local residents who have long lived with foul odours and loud noises coming from the site. SANPAG members say while there has been a lot of talk about fixing the odour and noise issues, they feel nothing has been achieved. The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) said it had received an increased number of complaints from residents in the Sunshine North area and had issued notices to the owners of AkzoNobel in both December and February. “We’re not interested in dismantling a whole company,” group member Sarah Haar said. “We’re interested in keeping them accountable, … holding them to their own promise. “It’s the two year mark we’ve been engaging with this factory and it’s not the first time they’ve engaged with the community, but nothing has changed. “We are really looking for tangible results, real action. Failing that, we will have to take it further.” Ms Haar described the odour as a strong solvent chemical smell that can be smelt from a couple of kilometres away. She said the health impacts include headaches, nausea, loss of appetite, dizziness, anxiety and low mood from being stuck inside. “It’s not just faint, it smacks you in the face,” she said. “I’ve experienced burning eyes, nose and throat from breathing it while walking … with my dog and baby. “Sometimes even in my own house if it’s particularly strong I can smell it.”

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The group said that it wasn’t just limited to the odour, with the noise coming from the site getting worse in the past six to eight months. Ms Haar said it sounded like a loud turbine fan noise that runs for most of the day. Group member Ami Luu said the symptoms weren’t always physical. She said with COVID-19 lockdowns over the past 12 months many residents had suffered all day, every day. “It really took a toll on mental health,” she

said. “You couldn’t enjoy inside of house. It dictated what I could and couldn’t do.” The group said said while an interim carbon filter has been installed, residents are still being impacted by the odour and are concerned that the filter is not working as intended. A community meeting is due to be held on Thursday at Glengala Hall. It will also be available on Zoom. To join the group: http://www.facebook. com/groups/sanpag/

Empowering women Sunshine-based IndianCare hopes its new project will help empower women experiencing family violence. The organisation recently received $260,000 from the state government for its Ujala Project, which will include workshops on financial literacy, leadership and legal rights for women including recent migrants and new mothers. The funding will also help IndianCare run pottery classes with the aim of raising awareness about family violence. IndianCare president Jaya Manchikanti said the funding will help them provide vital services to Melbourne’s west. “This money is going into prevention and early intervention. We’ll offer financial and legal classes for women to look to empower them and not be left in vulnerable situations” she said. Ms Manchikanti said previous projects involving art to raise awareness of family violence had been successful. IndianCare also has a phone line that people can call to report or speak about family violence. “COVID-19 meant we had some really complex calls come through that are not solved with one phone call. “We’re investing to support multicultural and faith communities to lead their own prevention work and create change.” Details: 8312 8805 Tara Murray

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Villa Maria Catholic Homes aged care residents, including Bernie with Sunny (left), and Luciano with Roxy (top right), enjoying canine companionship. (Pictures: Supplied)

Everyone’s best friend brings joy Aged-care residents have been among those hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, cut off from loved ones and the rest of the outside world by strict lockdowns. But Benjamin Millar finds a new pet therapy program could provide just the boost to social, emotional, physical and physiological health they need.

hen the COVID-19 pandemic swept across Australia in 2020, everything changed for people living in aged care. With worries the coronavirus would wreak havoc on the health of vulnerable elderly living in the residences – fears that turned out to be well-founded – facilities were shut tight against all visitors and people living in care lost almost all personal contact with the outside world overnight. VMCH (Villa Maria Catholic Homes), a not for profit organisation providing services to more than 9000 people across Victoria, has hatched a “pawfect” plan to enrich the lives of older people in its 11 aged care residences. The ‘Pawfect Companions’ program aims to provide fortnightly dog therapy sessions for almost 1000 residents in homes including Providence Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh and St Bernadette’s in Sunshine North for the next two years.

VMCH chief executive Sonya Smart said dogs offer unconditional love and bring joy, laughter and a bit of fun to those around them. “Many of our residents had pet dogs before they moved into residential aged care, and often talk of their beloved companions,” she said. “As a not-for-profit organisation, we don’t receive funding for programs like this. But we do like to go the extra mile for the people we support and do what we can to further enrich their lives.” Ms Smart said the human-animal bond leads to a more enriched and fulfilled life for both humans and dogs. That viewpoint is scientifically backed, with therapy animals proven to have a positive impact on individual’s social, emotional, physical and physiological health, improving quality of life and wellbeing. Ms Smart said that all aged care residents

have really done it tough recently and a pet therapy program would be a small way to make a big difference in their lives. “During the COVID-19 pandemic, when visits from loved ones stopped, social outings became impossible and boredom set in, the focus became on creating entertainment within their home,” she said. “We’re always asking, what else can we do to help keep our residents’ days interesting and fun? How can we help individuals come together? Ease loneliness? Bring smiles to their faces?” VMCH resident Bernie said having pets visit the residences has always been a positive experience for everyone who has taken part. “When we have had a pet visit, even if people just sit back and watch, it’s amazing to see the joy in everyone’s faces,” he said. “It’s uplifting and makes everyone happy.” Resident Luciano, a former greyhound

trainer, said dogs coming into the residences helps bring to life happy memories. “Having Roxy [an employee’s dog] come in occasionally reminds me of when I used to have my dogs,” he said. “They just want to be patted and they don’t ask for much.” VMCH is seeking donations to help fund the fortnightly dog therapy sessions and purchase some interactive ‘companion dogs’. These canine lookalikes have built-in sensor technology that responds to petting and motion, much like real-life pets. “These dogs provide comfort, companionship, help to reduce stress and are always available to our residents in between ‘real-life’ dog visits,” Ms Smart said. “We hope members of the community will consider helping us to enhance the lives of our aged care residents.” Donations can be made via vmch.com.au/ pawfectcompanions or 1800 036 377. 11 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

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By Tara Murray “I’ve been living in fear for many years because a landfill would be a disaster for people living in the area.” Those were the words of long-time Kealba resident Gieste Dos Santos 10 years ago, when the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) denied Barro’s application to build a landfill at a former quarry. The tribunal ruled that the proposal did not provide a net community benefit or achieve sustainable development for present and future generations. “It’s not healthy to live near a rubbish tip,” Ms Dos Santos told The Weekly in June 2011. “Our properties would be worth so much less.” Residents surrounding the site celebrated the VCAT decision after years of campaigning and said they would turn their attention to push for rehabilitation of the site. But it was short-lived, with Barro taking its case to the Supreme Court, which ordered the matter to be heard again. In 2013, VCAT gave Barro the go-ahead to turn the Sunshine Avenue site into a landfill. Since then, the community feels it has paid the price for a decision that should never have been made. Kealba has been enveloped by foul stenches for more than 18 months as underground fires continue to burn. Residents say their health is being affected by the smell – many are unable to use their backyards or open windows of their houses. There have been continued calls for the site to be shut down permanently. The recently formed Brimbank Community Against Barro Landfill Facebook page has more than 270 followers, demanding the right

Above: An EPA inspection of the Kealba landfill. (Picture: EPA)

Left: Articles from The Weekly, June 2011 and April 2013.

to air quality in the west. St Albans MP Natalie Suleyman, who lives in the area, has taken the issue to Parliament saying residents are ‘fed up’. In 2011, then-Brimbank council chairman Peter Lewinsky said the council didn’t believe that the landfill was in the best interests of the community. “A landfill built below the ground water table and with the potential of rising 15 metres can impact on surrounding residents and their homes,” he said. The council received more than 650 objections to the landfill planning application in 2010 when it went before the council. A Weekly article in 2011 stated the council spent about $300,000 on the first VCAT case. Brimbank mayor Ranka Rasic last month said the landfill had a big impact on neighbouring residents. “Over the years the Kealba landfill has been a cause for concern,” Cr Ranka said.

“Our community has had to put up with odour issues and poor air quality, and now the long-standing hot spots are having significant impacts on community wellbeing and amenity. “Our community is fed up of living next to the landfill and being impacted by it.” Cr Rasic said as the landfill operates under a licence issued by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), the EPA is the relevant authority for these issues. She called for better management of the site to resolve the ongoing hot spots. The council’s Facebook page states the council sought legal advice on whether it could cancel Barro’s planning permit, but was told it doesn’t have the power to do so. “We’re continuing to raise concerns again with the state government and the EPA,” the post stated. “We’re calling on the EPA to throw all available resources and legislative powers towards resolving the ongoing issues associated with the hot spots as soon as possible.”

Call for statewide air monitoring Western suburbs advocate Colleen Hartland is calling for an independent statewide air monitoring system to be created to make air quality data more accessible for the community. The former Greens upper house MP made the call during a presentation to a parliamentary inquiry into air quality in Victoria. Ms Hartland spoke on behalf of the Anti-Toxic Waste Alliance, of which she is president. The group is made up of representatives from 39 community groups and organisations from across Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs. The alliance was established in April, 2019, in response to three toxic chemical and waste fires. 12 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKly Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

Speaking to Star Weekly, Ms Hartland highlighted the Latrobe Valley Air Monitoring Network as an example of how a statewide air monitoring system could work. “It’s an air quality system that isn’t managed by the EPA [Environment Protection Authority],” she said. “It’s incredibly accessible and easy to understand and it’s the type of model we are looking at. The results are accessible to residents and it gives both residents and the EPA a tool so they know what is happening.” Ms Hartland also highlighted the Maribyrnong Truck Action Group, which has set up its own air quality monitoring in Yarraville, and found repeated breaches of pollution areas.

In a written submission, the alliance called for the costs of reducing emissions and protecting the community to be borne by industry, measures to project schools, community education programs on the risks of exposure to air pollution and the actions people can take to limit their own emissions. Ms Hartland said the alliance was hoping new EPA laws which came into effect this month would also help. Among the other written submissions were residents who are subjected to pollution from Barro’s Kealba Landfill and Sunshine North’s AkzoNobel. Tara Murray

1981 to 1999: The site was used as a stone quarry. August 1999: Brimbank council issued a planning permit that permits filling of the quarry hole with solid inert waste. August 2001: Barro made an application to the EPA to establish a solid inert landfill at the site. March 2002: EPA approved the works. November 2003: Barro Group sought an extension for the time within which works must commencel. EPA issued an amended works approval in March 2004, extending the time for two further years. June 2009: Barro Group lodged an application for an EPA licence. Brimbank council subsequently advised the EPA it had sought legal advice and was of the view that the site’s existing permit did not enable deposit of waste to landfill. August 2010: A proposal to turn the old quarry site into a landfill received more than 650 objections and was knocked back by Brimbank council. June 2011: VCAT rejected Barro’s application to turn the site into a landfill. September 2012: The Supreme Court ordered the matter be heard again. April 2013: VCAT approves Barro’s application to turn the quarry into a landfill. The EPA issued the licence in September that year. 2015: Barro started operating as a landfill. November 2019: Barro Group notified EPA that it suspected there were hotspots located within the landfill. December 2019: EPA issues clean-up notice requiring Barro Group to prepare a hotspot remediation action plan, landfill hotspot risk management plan. April 2020: EPA issues infringement notice to Barro Group for a breach of EPA licence conditions. The notice requires Barro Group to pay a fine of $8261.00. April 2020: EPA issues a clean-up notice requiring Barro to undertake air monitoring and commence hotspot remediation works. June 2020: Barro notified the EPA of its intention to design and construct a new landfill cell. The EPA currently isn’t considering this. July 2020: EPA revokes clean-up notice as it is deemed that compliance has been achieved. August 2020: EPA issues clean-up notice requiring Barro Group to continue hotspot remediation works, monitor air quality and inform the community of remediation works. December 2020: Barro stopped accepting waste indefinitely due to the hotspots. March 2021: EPA issues a clean-up notice to Barro Group to remediate three of the hotspots by May 31 and the fourth hotspot by July 31. The notice also requires Barro Group to increase its communication to weekly community updates and establish a social media presence for the landfill. The notice continues to apply conditions to require air quality monitoring and controls to manage noise dust and odour. May 2021: The Barro Group has indicated fires at the Kealba Landfill won’t be out by the end of July, admitting they could burn until May 2022. June 2021: The EPA served a notice on Barro, asking it to show cause why its licence to operate at the site should not be suspended.

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Indigenous food plants cultivation Brimbank council is holding an Indigenous food event to learn about the cultivation of a new tuber crop. The event is free, but registration is required. Meet at Calder Rise Neighbourhood Park for a 10am start on Saturday, July 17. ■ https://bit.ly/3hfgvXO

Conversation with author Alice Pung Join the Braybrook Library for a conversation with author Alice Pung, following the release of her latest novel, One Hundred Days. Listen to the conversation with Bruno Lettieri and Pung on Thursday, July 22 at 2pm. ■ https://bit.ly/2SSGScU

Farmers market Mouth organ band

The South Morang Farmers and Makers Market is on Saturday, July 17, at 25 Ferres Boulevard, 9am-1pm. ■ https://www.facebook.com/ events/887186995250359

The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. Great music, friendly atmosphere. New members, players or beginners welcome. ■ Heather, 9399 2190 or ymob1933@yahoo.com.au

Keen to hone your cricket skills? Hoppers Indoor Sportz hosts an indoor cricket event for all players to try out their skills. At 13/55 Graham Court, Hoppers Crossing. 4-5.30pm, Monday-Saturday. Cost: $12. ■ info@hhacc.com.au

Wellbeing for seniors Are you a senior looking to get some exercise to promote wellbeing? The Chinese Cancer and Chronic Illness Society is hosting aerobic and balance exercises in partnership with Maribyrnong council on Monday’s from July 19. There is no need to book, simply meet at Footscray Library in appropriate clothing. ■ 9688 0290

Live David Bowie tribute If you’re interested in a tribute to glam rock, come to the Wyndham Cultural Centre in Werribee to see a live performance of Rebel by Highwire Entertainment. The 18+ event on Thursday. July 15 has full tickets at $40, with concessions and groups of four or more at $35. ■ 8734 6000

Special community meeting Sunbury Residents Association has organised a community meeting at 6.30pm on Wednesday, July 14 at the Sunbury Bowling Club. A representative from the Big Build team will speak about the Gap Road level crossing removal project. ■ www.4sunbury.com

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and partially sponsored by Bendigo Bank. The workshop is at Laverton Community Hub from July 14 to August 11 on Wednesdays from 4-6pm. ■ www.wynbayllen.org.au/getmoney-smartlaverton-1

Hobsons Bay band Do you play trumpet, flute or lower brass instruments? The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join the community band. Rehearsals are held every Monday evening from 7.30pm at Newport Lakes Primary School, Elizabeth Street, Newport. ■ Roger Lewis, l hbcityband@gmail.com

Laverton Community Choir All welcome for a friendly singing get-together, suitable for all ages and abilities on Thursday nights from 7pm during school term at the Laverton P-12 College, 91 Bladin Street, Laverton. ■ Ada, 0419 116 013

U3A AGM The 2021 AGM for Altona U3A Inc. will be held at 1pm on Friday, July 30 at Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre, Altona. Bookings essential. ■ 9398 1346

Get money smart Learn how to manage your money and stay out of debt. Hobsons Bay residents aged between 16 and 25 years are being invited to complete a Get Money Smart workshop. All participants will receive a Bendigo Bank savings account with a $100 balance. The free program is delivered by WynBay LLEN, Laverton Community Integrated Services

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. ■ Don, 0409 191 580 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

Is English your second language and wishing to improve your conversation skills? The Altona Conservation Class can help. The group meets Mondays during the school term, 1-3pm. Sessions are free. ■ Joe, 0431 915 970, or Jill, 0439 994 705

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

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

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Come join the volunteer community litter clean-up crew in Hoppers Crossing, which meets on the third Sunday of the month, 10.30am-noon. ■ Karen, 3029@loveourstreet.com.au

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

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

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

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

Conversation class Altona North combined probus

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Free computer workshops Williamstown Community and Education Centre is running free computer workshops on internet safety (July 14), using email (August 4), how to use Zoom (September 7), internet banking (October 6) and setting up a MyGov account (November 7). Workshops are at Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown. ■ Renee, 9397 6168

House, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury 12.30-3.30pm.

Women’s choir 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

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

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

AL-ANON meets AL-ANON provides support for families

Senior citizens club Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays, from noon-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. A variety of activities offered. If you’re over 55 years of age and would like to meet new people, come along. ■ Frank, 0423 392 884

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

Singing group Join the Melton South Community Singers at the Melton South Community Centre on the first and third Tuesday of each month. ■ Sue, 0400 082 413

Darley Community Market Darley Community Market is on Saturday, July 17 at Darley Park, corner of Fitzroy and Grey streets, 8am-1pm. ■ https://www.facebook.com/ darleycommunitymarket 13 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

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Out and about Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught up with locals and visitors making the most of winter sunshine in Williamstown at the weekend.

1/ Williamstown was picture perfect in the winter sunshine. 2/ Robyn Stolko and Jeny Boyd, with dog Stella, take a stroll. 3/ Kathryn and Frank Roberts enjoy a leisurely walk. 4/ Dimitrios Vagianakis takes a minute to enjoy the view. 5/ Philip Johnson and son Marcus Johnson get ready for a day on the water. 6/ Friends of Williamstown Library volunteer Joyce Hunt overseees the book sale. 7/ Friends volunteer Kay Plymat gets things in order. 8/ Ann Nguyen and Minh Nguyen at the pier. 9/ Daniel Wan finds a few good reads. 10/ Friends of Williamstown Library volunteer Sally Jarvis straightens the shelves. 11/ Volunteer Arthur Liebert. (Damjan Janevski) 243416; 243417. 14 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

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Making family violence ‘visible’ Family violence touches every part of our society, but it is often hidden from view. So much so, that a recent study revealed a busy GP could be seeing up to five victims of family violence a week without knowing it. Meanwhile, separate studies have shown that victims are unlikely to disclose what’s happening to them unless they’re asked directly. As trusted family health professionals, GPs are uniquely placed to help identify and support people experiencing family violence. That’s why we are working to ‘make family violence visible in general practice’. Among the resources and initiatives is our Primary Care Pathways to Safety program, involving up to 30 general practices from across the North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network region. Practices are working with the Safer Families Centre at the University of Melbourne to learn how to best identify and support people suffering family violence. As participant Dr Kirsty Tamis from Forsyth Park Medical Centre in Truganina told NWMPHN, sometimes the first step is simply getting patients alone in a consultation. “Accessing external services can be difficult or impossible for many of our patients, especially new migrants who rely on their abuser for money, visa, translation, transport and often phone access,” said Dr Tamis. “Having an enhanced service at the practice will give these patients an opportunity for support in a local, familiar and trusted surrounding – one of the few they may be able to access by themselves.” Once patients are in a safe space, questions might include ‘Is there anything else going on in your life that you’d like to talk about?’ or ‘Are

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you worried about your children’s safety?’ As Dr Tamis says, family violence presentations are often complex. “Currently, we have a model in the practice for patients to alert reception at booking that they are a victim of domestic violence and at risk,” Dr Tamis says. “This allows us to provide a reason to ask to consult with the patient alone.

With better education we can further develop this model to encompass the complexities of the presentation of family violence.” The latest official data from 2018 estimated that one in six women, and one in 16 men, had experienced physical and/or sexual violence by a current or previous partner, with even more people experiencing emotional abuse.

But family violence is likely to have escalated amid COVID-19. Last year there were record numbers of family violence incidents, and frontline workers say many more incidents will have been unreported. It is heartening to see that GPs now regard themselves as being at the frontline against this ‘shadow pandemic’ of family violence.

Animals stick their nose in Enrichment is a smelly business at Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo keepers are encouraging the resident animals to follow their noses by introducing some interesting, unusual and enriching scents to their habitats. Just like humans, mental and physical stimulation are critical to the wellbeing of animals, so keepers are providing scents such as vegemite, coffee and smelly gorilla bedding to various animals to encourage their natural investigatory behaviours. Acting African river train life sciences manager Ben Gulli says the new smells encourage the animals to engage with their habitats in new and novel ways and also incite behaviours such as vocalisations and play. “Our aim with any enrichment is to encourage the animals in our care to exhibit natural wild behaviours or to reinforce trained behaviours which empower them to be active participants in their own healthcare,” Mr Gulli said. “Scent enrichments – such as coffee grounds smeared over logs in the lion habitat, paths of drizzled vegemite and water solution for the African wild dogs, or gorilla bedding piles assembled for the servals – stimulate investigatory behaviours but also promote play, an important indicator of positive welfare.” The fragrant enrichments can also be adapted to enrich the lives of domestic cats living indoors. Mr Gulli says that while cats are a fantastic family pet, keeping them indoors or supervising

Serval with scent enrichment at Werribee Open Range Zoo. (Supplied/Zoos Victoria)

outdoor activity helps protect native wildlife. “Cats are incredibly skilled hunters, and with approximately 46 per cent of Australia’s threatened species found in cities and towns, roaming cats can have a serious impact on the wildlife who visit our backyards.” Physical enrichments, such as toys and feeding puzzles, are essential to keep an indoor cat physically and mentally active. Introducing a scent enrichment, such as catnip, can be a great alternative that doesn’t

rely on a food reward. Plants that are cat-safe include cat grass (oat or barley), thyme, dill, basil, cinnamon, jasmine, camellia and spider plants. A cardboard box filled with dried leaves can also provide scent and physical enrichment. It is important to avoid toxic plant species, such as members of the lily family. Mr Gulli suggests simple adaptations to the home environment can also have a huge positive impact on an indoor cat’s welfare.

He suggests creating platforms at different levels to encourage physical activity and providing increased choice for cats by allowing them to explore more areas indoors. Discover ways to enrich your domestic cat at www.safecat.org.au. Zoo members and visitors are reminded that all tickets to the zoo must be pre-booked at zoo.org.au and asked to follow the current COVIDSafe directions at www.coronavirus. vic.gov.au 15 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

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A citizen action group has been formed in Kingsville to fight moves by Smorgon Consolidated Industries to build a mini-steel mill in the neighbouring municipality of Sunshine.

Most of the estimated 30,000 Croats and about 2000 Slovenes who live in the western suburbs – many with relatives back home – are holding their breaths, hoping for a peaceful end to the momentous events in their homelands.

The life of a St Albans man changed forever the moment he lost his leg in an workplace accident.

Children in the north-west spend too much time sitting and are at risk of developing diabetes and psychological disorders, a Taylors Lakes GP says.

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Issue (5) Detach (7) Adept (7) Nutty (7) Piano professional (5) Transcendent state (7) Propped up (9) Gets in touch with (8) Christian holiday (9) Fungus (8) Level (7) Myths (7) Most excellent (7) Scrutinise (7) Part of a jacket (5) 25 Dance (5) 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 16 18 19 20 21 23

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Who created the liveaction Star Wars series The Mandalorian?

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On 24 June 2021, the Registrar of Geographic Names gave notice in the Victoria Government Gazette that he had registered the name Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre, pursuant to the Geographic Place Names Act 1998.

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To make an appointment to view the document in person at one of the above sites please call 9747 7200. To view the draft plan and provide feedback in relation to Council’s key strategies and actions contained within the Financial Plan 2021-2031, go to https://conversations.melton.vic.gov.au/2021ﬁnancialplan

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Mild-mannered intro to new world By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring It’s an open-and-shut case: either you love the horizontally opposed doors on the new Mazda MX-30 G20e, or you don’t. I lean towards the former having just spent a week living with its quirks. The doors combine to open up a huge entry and exit, or do they? In a less-than-generous parking spot, say the average shopping-centre space, limited opening presents a chore to negotiate the slot between the pair of doors. Other niggles are set out in the driving section below. There’s nothing new about the set-up, having been around since saloon cars came onto the market. The so-called ‘freestyle’, aka ‘suicide’, doors last saw the light of day in the Mazda RX-8 sports car late last century. Now they’re back in crossover guise. “The MX-30 is the bold next step of Mazda’s Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030 strategy,” says Mazda Australia managing director, Vinesh Bhindi. Two ‘green powertrains will initially be on offer – the e-Skyactiv G, featuring mild hybrid technology, and later in the year the fully electric e-Skyactiv system.” With three specification levels – Evolve, Touring and Astina – prices start at $33,990 for the entry-level variant and progress through $36,490 (Touring) to the top-of-range Astina at $40,990. All figures are without on-road costs. The Touring, with its mild hybrid system and advanced keyless entry, exterior mirrors with two-position memory, auto dimming on driver’s side, Pure White Maztex with grey cloth upholstery, driver’s seat with 10-way adjustment including lumbar support and two-position memory over the entry-level Evolve, was on test.

Styling Mazda says the design team focused on new values and lifestyles of its target audience – young, metro and forward thinking – by cutting out unwanted clutter. The MX-30 eschews the Mazda hallmark front with its ‘big gob’ radiator grille, a smile now playing across the face focusing on the company brand. In profile, strong features are the result of upright A-pillars, curved side panels and steeply raked roofline to D-pillars. A black roof section and metallic upper body sections are available, producing a stand-out triple tone contrast.

Interior A light and airy MX-30 cabin has been given a position beyond its ‘pay grade’, with Pure White Maztex / grey cloth upholstery and soft-touch plastic among a wide range of sustainable materials. Heritage cork harks back to Mazda’s founding as the Toyo Kogyo company, with surfaces made from sustainable materials derived from trees without felling them. A unique coating applied by Mazda ensures durability, especially in door grips and centre console surfaces. Upper door trims are finished in a breathable fabric, made from recycled PET bottles and even seat trim fabric uses up to 20 per cent recycled thread.

Infotainment Interior layout and packaging are designed to appeal to the modern tech-savvy owner. A new 7-inch touchscreen is integrated into the centre stack, adapting its display to suit the temperature and time of day. The climate control air-conditioning and seat heating are operated via this screen. An 8.8-inch central display, shared with the Mazda CX-30, supplies a raft of information via an easy-to-reach command control knob on the centre console, and a 7-inch TFT LCD meter panel is situated in front of the driver. The latest generation Mazda Connect is incorporated in the info package. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto access are offered.

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the maker’s own M Hybrid system, driving the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid system works with regenerative braking to store energy, which is intelligently controlled to boost engine torque, enhance braking, or extend idle stop time, all with improving fuel efficiency.

Safety The MX-30 matched latest stiff standards set last year to earn a five-star top ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant and child protection rated 93 and 87 per cent, respectively. The Mazda i-Activsense system now adds a turn-across traffic function to the smart brake support system, helping to prevent crashes when turning across traffic. Also included are road keep assist, which maintains the right track even without lane markings, along with emergency lane keeping with blind spot assist.

Driving When it comes to action, mild seems to be the operative word, with the MX-30 a little wanting. Performance boost and fuel economy seem nothing out of the ordinary. The peak power of 114 kW comes in the upper reaches of the rev spectrum at 6000 rpm, while a more accessible 200 Nm of torque arrives

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Mazda MX-30 G20e Evolve $33,990 Mazda MX-30 G20e Touring $36,490 Mazda MX-30 G20e Astina $40,990 SPECIFICATIONS Mazda MX-30 G20e Touring 2.0L 4-cylinder petrol, M hybrid, 6sp automatic, freestyle doors

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Mazda dealer for drive-away prices.

at 4000 revs. All systems interact smoothly, so smoothly, in fact as to appear to have little advantage over petrol power alone. Mazda has the MX-30 consuming 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in the combined urban / highway cycle. In stop / go holiday traffic chaos the MX-30 on test slurped 8.2 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres, while joining the motorway had the Touring down to sipping 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres. There’s little free and easy about the so-called freestyle doors: the front has to be opened first to get to the rear door handle. While there’s no B-pillar, the front seat backs and low roofline

make access to the back awkward, depending on occupant body bulk. When seated, limited width means three abreast should be limited to short journeys. The rear has reasonable leg room but there’s little natural light due to tiny side windows. The black surroundings of the RX-8 made for a claustrophobic atmosphere, saved somewhat here by the grey decor. Convenience features are sparse, with little more than a fold-down armrest with two cup holders and a door mounted bottle holder. The boot, at 311 litres capacity, is under done but can be expanded to 876 litres with the rear seat back folded. Loading area is limited. Up front, the ‘floating’ cork-lined centre console is a nod to sustainable materials, being merely bark stripped from the tree. A lower level has a large storage spot, plus two USB-A ports and a 12V power outlet. Two cup holders in the middle of the large centre console can be covered with cork lids to provide enough space for a smartphone. The front door slots are made to take average-size bottles.

Summary The NX-30 is the Mazda fans’ chance to dip a toe into the company’s new world of the electric vehicle. However, the true EV enthusiast might like to wait for the full electric model later this year.

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Premier action Keilor and Greenvale battled it out in the EDFL premier division at the weekend. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught some of the action.

1/ Keilor’s Joel Sadler gets a handball away. 2/ Keilor’s Alex Kocovic has eyes on the ball as Greenvale’s Nicholas Maric gets out of the way. 3/ Keilor’s Darcy Cassar streaks ahead of the pack. 4/ Keilor’s Jayden Hind goes for a shot. (Damjan Janevski) 243420

SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which two NBA teams are currently competing for the Larry O'Brien trophy?

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6. Which AFL club has announced former captain Sam Mitchell will be senior coach from 2023?

3. Paul Vaughan last played for which NRL team? 4. Ash Barty recently defeated Ajla Tomljanovic to advance to which stage of Wimbledon?

7. The Top League is the highest level of professional rugby union competition in which country? 8. The late Matiss Kivlenieks last played for the Columbus Blue Jackets in which North American sporting league? 9. The Match 4 is a madefor-TV event involving NFL players Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers competing in what sport? 10. Which boxer did Tim Tszyu fight recently after the withdrawal of scheduled superwelterweight opponent Michael Zerafa? 11. Which F1 driver recently won two races in seven days at the same circuit in Austria?

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21. Tennis player Emma Raducanu competes for which country? 22. Including this year’s games, how many summer and winter Olympics have been hosted by Japan? 23. In what Victorian city is Mars Stadium located?

18. The Australian cricket team's 'Invincibles' toured England in which year?

24. In what year did the inaugural season of the Super Rugby competition take place?

19. Who will replace Alastair Clarkson as Hawthorn coach from 2023?

25. On what shaped court was tennis originally played on?

20. Actor Ben Foster portrayed which former cyclist in 2015 movie The Program?

26. In what year was the last Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix held in Adelaide?

27. What American state played host to the first official surfing tournament in 1928? 28. Who did England play in the semi-final of the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament? 29. Who is the current interim coach of the Collingwood Magpies? 30. How many points did the Manly Sea Eagles score in their Round 16 match against the Canterbury Bulldogs?

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SPORT Sydenham-Hillside’s looking Pretty New Sydenham-Hillside coach Geoff Pretty has seen the Storm play from a distance in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association, but now gets the opportunity to watch them up close. When Pretty and his former club Aberfeldie Park mutually parted ways after last season and the Storm coaching job became available, he put his hand up for the role. Pretty, who has been appointed as coach for the next two seasons, said he was impressed with what he had seen of the Storm. “They’ve had a bit of success in a young area,” he said. “I’ve followed them ffrom afar in the VTCA the last few years as I was coaching at a lower level. “I was drawn to their level of play and professionalism and I applied for the role. I was impressed with Warren Hackney [head of cricket] and Bob Kunesevic [president].” Pretty has a long cricketing background having either coached or played with various clubs in Victorian Premier and Victorian

Sub-District cricket associations, as well as at local cricket level. Pretty joins the Storm at an exciting time. The first XI made the semi-finals in their first season in division 2, having won back-to-back premierships in division 3 and 4 in the previous two seasons. Pretty said they now know they can play at that level and wanted to continue to progress. “We want to continue and get promoted up the grades,” he said. “We don’t want to stay in division 2. We have some good players coming through the grades. “We have lots of kids coming through the club’s junior development program and the seconds have won the grand final the last two years. “It certainly shows the depth we have in the playing group.” Pretty said the Storm looked set to keep most of the playing group heading into this season. They have already signed a spinner-middle

order batsman who would strengthen the side, which had three players in the VTCA division 2 team of the year. Pretty said they were expecting to lose Cameron Clayton. The experienced Clayton, who was in his first season at the club, took on the coaching duties at the last minute with premiership-winning coach Alston Bobb not able to return to Australia for a second season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pretty said they would look to add a few more players to the team ahead of next season. “We’ve still looking to recruit more players if they are available, but a lot of people are staying at clubs that are close to their homes.” Pretty has already met many of the players at a meet the coach night. Training is set to start with three weeks in the gym before they hit the nets.

Falcons in prime spot

Tara Murray

Geoff Pretty is the new coach of Sydenham-Hillside. (Supplied)

Development squad takes off

By Tara Murray City West Falcons ticked off their first major goal of the Victorian Netball League Championship season With a shake-up of the fixture set to come next week, the Falcons set an aim to be on top at the halfway mark of the season. An 82-52 win against the Southern Saints on Wednesday assured that. Falcons coach Marg Lind said they were happy with the match after a tight first quarter. “They scored more than we would have liked,” she said. “We were still scoring at a good rate. We changed some things defensively after the first quarter. “They have a good small goal shooter who was good from long range. That type of player is our nemesis. “Once we adjusted, we played better. We got to 80 goals without even realising. I didn’t think it was the best flow.” Lind said they rotated the side more than they would normally, which gave them fresh legs throughout and helped push up the score. Soli Ropati impressed in centre, a position she hasn’t played much the past couple of years, while Montana Holmes played well at wing defence. Jane Cook shot 52 goals from 53 attempts in a strong performance in the circle. The Falcons have won every game since a round one draw, to be on top after each team has played each other once. “We wanted to win this match to have the ‘minor premiership’ after playing everyone once,” Lind said The Falcons division 1 team had a one goal win against the Saints, 50-49, while the under-19s lost 51-42. The VNL season is now set for a shake-up, with the teams to be split into two pools in a round robin format, before finals. Lind said the decision on what team plays in each pool was based on a ranking system and included the club’s three teams. She said they were set to be in the same pool as second-placed Melbourne University and possibly fifth-placed North East Blaze. Lind said the pool system wasn’t ideal, with all the club’s results so far this season now not counting for anything. “You can have one bad game and you are in trouble,” she said. “It now reminds me of a school tournament. You have to have the right maturity each week, as lots of things can go right and lots of things go wrong.” 26 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 13 July, 2021

Women’s soccer in Melbourne’s west has received a boost, with Western United establishing a women’s development squad. The A-League club, which has strong ambitions to field a W-League side in the near future, announced the creation of the women’s development squad last week. United’s women’s football integration manager Amanda Stella said the club had been working on the squad for 12 months. The program comes on the back of the club’s partnership with Calder United, the only western suburbs team in the National Premier League women’s competition. Stella is also president of Calder United. “Launching a women’s development squad strengthens the club’s commitment to creating an elite pathway for girls from Victoria’s west and is an important step in our W-League project,” she said. “Western United’s dedication to female football has been demonstrated this year through the development of the partnership with Calder United, including regional and interstate trips to showcase the sport to a broad audience.” The squad, which is for players 17 and older, will involve about 20 to 24 players and will be formed with a strong contingent of Calder United players, along with other interested players. They will train in an elite program specifically designed to develop their talents. The 12-week program will start this month and will be based out of the Elite Football Centre in Maribyrnong. Calder United NPLW coach Mark Torcaso and Western United football staff will lead the program. Western United chief executive Chris Pehlivanis said this was exciting and that the club’s W-League expansion bid is in a healthy position. “This program continues to build our female football product, which is still very much in its infancy stage. I look forward to meeting the inaugural squad and watching them develop as Western United footballers,” said Pehlivanis. Details: womensfootball@wufc.com.au. Tara Murray Tee Salanoa shot 12 goals on Wednesday. (Shawn Smits)

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