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Swinging strong at 91 At the age of 91, Evelyn Tricklebank is entering her 49th year as an active member of the Mt Derrimut Golf and Community Club. Evelyn joined the club in 1973 after a colleague from work suggested giving golf a try. “I appreciate that young guy that put my name through and got that form for me,” she said. Evelyn plays the course three times a week, which takes her over four hours to complete each time. She only decided to begin using an electrical golf cart this year. “I’m amazed at myself really, but I’ve just loved golf and I took to it like nothing on earth and I have carried on with it.” Evelyn was awarded life membership on March 3 for her incredible contribution to the club, including her service as a ladies’ committee member for over 12 years where she held positions as president and captain. “The people at this club have amazed me. I have always been at this club and would never change it for anything.”
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Tackling St Albans crime By Max Hatzoglou Police, Brimbank council and homelessness support group Inspire Hope are working to address ongoing crime problems in St Albans. Residents have been raising concerns about drug activity, thefts, sales of stolen goods and an increase in groups congregating and drinking alcohol around Alfrieda Street and Errington Reserve in St Albans. According to police, 17 people have been arrested in the area in the last three months for offences including handling stolen goods, assaults and drunkenness, while a number of infringement notices have also been issued. There have been over 300 public contacts with police during this time, police said.
Latest Crime Statistics Agency data reveals that St Albans recorded the highest number of offences in Brimbank in 2021, with 4161 offences recorded by police. That figure was a decrease of 216 offences from 2020, but is still significantly higher than any other suburb. Sunshine recorded the second highest number of offences in 2021 (2292). Brimbank Inspector Trevor King said discussions with council and local traders were held in December, 2021, to try and address the issues in St Albans. “As a result of these discussions, Brimbank council, Inspire Hope and Victoria Police agreed to collaboratively work together to resolve some of the underlying issues giving rise
to these behaviours,” Inspector King said. “Local police commenced Operation Backstreets which focused on having a highly visible police presence through both mobile and foot patrols, increased engagement with traders and users of Errington Reserve.” As part of the operation, CCTV camera use was increased while a number of rough sleepers around Errington Reserve were were relocated to suitable accommodation. “There have been significant inroads made but there is still work to be done and focus on this area remains,” Inspector King said. Brimbank council community wellbeing director Lynley Dumble described the issues at Errington Reserve and Alfrieda Street as a “complex situation”.
“The return of the wider community post lockdowns led to conflict regarding the use of public spaces and facilities,” Ms Dumble said. “This is a complex situation and requires co-ordinated responses from a range of stakeholders to provide long-term solutions to ensure all people feel safe in going about their everyday activity in the area.” Ms Dumble said council had applied for funding from the state government’s Building Safer Communities program to improve community safety around Errington Reserve. “If the Errington for Everyone application is successful, it will deliver public realm improvements and a ‘community connector’ initiative,” she said.
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Let’s Talk coming to a park and shopping strip near you Come and meet your local Councillors. Over the weekend of Saturday 2 April and Sunday 3 April, Council will host four pop-up events. You can ask questions and find out more about what Council is doing in the community. You can also get information about Council services, projects and initiatives, including: Council’s Federal Advocacy Priorities, the proposed 4-bin waste collection service, and the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre memberships. Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au/ letstalk to learn more.
Grasslands Ward
Saturday 2 April, 10am-12noon Kevin Flint Memorial Reserve, Cairnlea (near the off-leash dog park) Harvester Ward
Saturday 2 April, 2.30-4.30pm Hampshire Road, Sunshine (near the Brimbank Community and Civic Centre) Horseshoe Bend Ward
Sunday 3 April, 10am-12noon Keilor Village, Old Calder Highway, Keilor Sunday 3 April, 2.30-4.30pm The Lakes Reserve, Taylors Lakes
Sorting It Out
Brimbank Council is committed to leading our community to achieve zero-net greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The key task is to electrify everything with 100% renewable electricity. The next step towards Council’s target is the 100% Renewable Brimbank program. There’s lots of things residents and businesses can do to achieve 100% renewable electricity. It is good for the environment and the hip pocket too. Our launch event will include experts talking about solar panels, batteries, electric heating and cooling, appliances, and government rebates to make it all cheaper to do. So join us on Saturday 9 April, anytime between 10am and 1pm at St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans. Go to brimbank.vic.gov.au/ Renewableto learn more.
Contact us: Telephone 9249 4000
Have your say online about how your household waste is collected. You can attend an online community information session to hear more about the proposed 4-bin model and provide your feedback. Online Community Information Session (via Zoom ) on Saturday 2 April, 2-4pm. Register on yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov. au/sortingitout
Grasslands Ward Saturday 2 April, 10am-12noon Y Kevin Flint Memorial Reserve, Cairnlea (near the off-leash dog park) Cr Victoria Borg
CrBorg@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0429 365 527
Cr Sarah Branton
CrBranton@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0407 836 064
Cr Thuy Dang (Deputy Mayor)
CrDang@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0437 744 803
Harvester Ward Saturday 2 April, 2.30-4.30pm Y Hampshire Road, Sunshine (near the Brimbank Community and Civic Centre) Cr Sam David JP
CrDavid@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0429 355 239
Cr Trung Luu
CrLuu@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0437 826 450
Cr Jasmine Nguyen (Mayor)
CrNguyen@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0437 740 042
Horseshoe Bend Ward Sunday 3 April, 10am-12noon Y Keilor Village, Old Calder Highway, Keilor Cr Jae Papalia
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Cr Virginia Tachos
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Classical Music Series The Bowery Theatre is proud to present a weekend of Australia’s finest classical musicians from across genres combining film, technology and community, from Friday 8 April - Sunday 10 April 2022. To book tickets, visit creativebrimbank.com.au
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Your Councillors are always happy to hear from you Cr Victoria Borg Cr Sarah Branton Cr Thuy Dang (Deputy Mayor) Cr Sam David JP Cr Maria Kerr Cr Bruce Lancashire Cr Trung Luu Cr Jasmine Nguyen (Mayor) Cr Jae Papalia Cr Ranka Rasic Cr Virginia Tachos
Come and meet your local Councillors! You’re invited to join your local Councillors for a chat. You can ask questions and find out more about what Council is doing in the community.
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Visit yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au to share your ideas and feedback on issues and projects that matter to you. Learn more about projects that are open for comment including: • Sorting it out – Have your say about how your household waste is collected and Council’s proposed 4-bin waste and recycling service model • Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre – Join our mailing list and stay up-todate on the new Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre as we get ready to open later in 2022 • Melbourne Airport Rail in Sunshine and Albion – Sign our petition • Communications and Engagement – Tell us how we can continue to improve the way we communicate and consult
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Taylors Ward Sunday 3 April, 2.30-4.30pm Y The Lakes Reserve, Taylors Lakes Cr Maria Kerr
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Cr Bruce Lancashire
CrLancashire@brimbank.vic.gov.au Î 0429 637 689
Cr Ranka Rasic
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Brimbank backs crossing plans By Max Hatzoglou Brimbank council has leant it support to draft designs for the removal of the Calder Park Drive level crossing. At a council meeting on March 15, councillors endorsed the draft designs, which include a road bridge over the existing rail line and a new railway station. The preferred design means the crossing can be removed sooner and will be less disruptive
for road and rail users during construction. The level crossing is one of the most congested on the Sunbury line, according to the state government. State government data shows 11,000 vehicles travel through the crossing each day, with boom gates down for up to 21 per cent of the morning peak. The state government announced in July, 2021, that the level crossing will be removed by 2025, with designs now available for community
consultation over the next four weeks. Removing the crossing will improve safety, reduce congestion, and allow more trains to run, more often, the government said. Cr Ranka Racic said she was glad to see the project happening. Cr Trung Luu said the level crossing removal will improve connections, safety and environmental outcomes. “The future approval of the potential Calder Park Station on the Sunbury Line is a key
consideration for this project,” Cr Luu said. Cr Bruce Lancashire said it important that the community was consulted about the draft plans. “To see the design work that’s being done at this early stage is very important to ensure that we get the right outcome,” Cr Lancashire said. Six level crossings on the Sunbury line will be removed in total, with three already completed and three more scheduled for removal, including the crossing on Holden Road in Calder Park. Details: https://bit.ly/3iOkWsR
Crime briefs Murder charge A Taylors Hill boy been charged with murder over the death of a 16-year-old boy in Reservoir earlier this month. The boy, aged 17, was among seven people arrested on Wednesday, March 23, over the incident on Sunday, March 13. A 14-year-old Meadow Heights, a 13-year-old Meadow Heights, a 17-year-old Tarneit boy, a 15-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy and a 16-year-old Yarraville boy have all also been charged with murder.
St Albans fire Seven people, including six children, escaped a house fire on Levenia Street in St Albans on Monday, March 21, just before 5pm. Firefighters arrived at the scene to find the fire well alight in the middle and rear living areas of the home.
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Brimbank councillors and community groups: Keilor Public Golf Course, Keilor and Districts Model Aircraft and Society, Friends of Organ Pipes and Friends of Sydenham Park. (Damjan Janevski) 273779_03
Park on track for public opening Sydenham Park is a step closer to opening to the public after Brimbank council adopted the final draft master plan for the site Four stakeholders, including Keilor Public Golf Course, Keilor and Districts Model Aircraft and Society, Friends of Organ Pipes and Friends of Sydenham Park, have been consulted by council for future plans of the park. Under the draft plan adopted by councillors during a council meeting on March 15, the Keilor Golf Course maintenance shed will be relocated closer to the golf course, pending approvals. The relocation of the shed would allow for better public access to the park, including the
historic Robertson’s Homestead, council said. Other plans included adding a path through a shaded tree area on entrance to the park as well as sporting fields to address the need for sporting facilities in the region. A new lookout, seating, signs, gates, fencing, bins and drinking fountain were also included in the new plans. Councillor Virginia Tachos said she was excited by the plans for Sydenham Park. “Sydenham Park will totally amaze our community when it is finally opened,” Cr Tachos said. “It’s an incredible natural fusion of prehistory, Indigenous history and recent
heritage combined into a unique and unbridled natural oasis.” Cr Tachos also suggested that the Robertson’s Homestead could potentially be restored with support from Melbourne Airport. “If the airport is looking for places to offset, this would be a really great opportunity as well because they have got the heritage listed cottage that they could consider restoring,” she said. Friends of Sydenham Park see great potential in the homestead being a great attraction at Sydenham Park, with picturesque views of the airplanes.
Police have arrested and charged a man following an alleged firearms incident in Braybrook last month. Police executed a warrant on Ashley Street in Braybrook on Wednesdauy, March 23. The warrant was executed as part of an ongoing false imprisonment and firearms investigation. The alleged incident occurred at an address in Braybrook about 9pm on Thursday, February 10, where a 58-year-old man was held against his will and threatened with a firearm. A 30-year-old Braybrook man has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm, ammunition without licence, possession of cannabis, committing an indictable offence while on bail and handling stolen goods. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Brimbank & North West Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly
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Music event a big hit The Lions Club of Taylors Lakes invites the community to its upcoming COVID recovery event, Music and Picnic in the Park on Sunday, April 10 at the Taylors Lakes Linear Park. It’s the second iteration of the free event following last year’s which attracted over 1000 people. The day will feature a wide range of live music catering for many music tastes including acoustic, band, original metal, jazz, pop and rock from a range of artists. Some of the artists featured include The McAvaney’s, Redline and Cinco Savage who will perform across the afternoon, along with many other local and recognised acts. As part of the event, a variety of food vans will be on site including the famous Lions sausage sizzle and 20 market stalls with craft, produce, plants and other goods. A kids entertainment area will also be at the event with a range of activities on offer including shows, balloons, twisting, face painting, a clown and more.
The event supported as part of the Brimbank council covid recovery grants will begin at 10am and run until 4pm. Lions Club of Taylors Lakes secretary Phil Clinkaberry was excited about the day. “It’s going to be a fantastic day no doubt,” he said. “Lots of fun with heaps of things for the kids to do. “It’s a family event very much so and the music will be great.” Mr Clinkaberry said it will also be a great opportunity to support some businesses that have been challenged during the pandemic. “The idea of bringing the market stalls in this year was to add an extra attraction but also to give an opportunity for some of these people with market stalls that have been dreadfully held back from COVID. “Some of them have clearly just gone out of business because they couldn’t do anything for a couple of years.”
Brimbank residents who are casual workers will now be able to access sick leave thanks to a new scheme from the state government. The $245.6 million Victorian Sick Pay Guarantee will now allow vulnerable workers to take time up to five days off a year when they‘re sick or need to care for loved ones. Casual workers can now register for the two-year pilot program, with more than 150,000 workers anticipated to be eligible during the first phase of the scheme. Occupations included in the first phase include hospitality workers, food trades workers and preparation assistants such as chefs and kitchen hands, supermarket and supply chain workers, retail and sales assistants, aged and disability care workers, cleaners and laundry workers and security guards.
Private hospital works progress On Monday March 28, Australian Unity, government representatives, healthcare organisations and doctors came together to celebrate the completion of a major construction milestone at Sunshine Private Hospital. Works on the hospital’s outer structure and installation of cladding are now complete. Located opposite Sunshine Hospital, the six-storey hospital has now entered its final fit-out phase of construction, and is on-track to open its doors in 2023. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Brimbank & North West Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly
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Melton cricket legend farwelled By Olivia Condous The Melton Cricket Club and wider community are mourning after the death of local sporting legend and former club president Kevin Vernon. Kevin served as club president for 34 years and was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in June last year. He played his 600th game for the club last month. The Lions president Anthony Gale said Kevin was the one constant during his many years at the club. “You could count on one hand the number of Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays that Kev hasn’t been at the club,” he said.
“He was the one man that was always there with a joke, a laugh or just as someone to talk to, it’s going to be a massive adjustment and the hardest part for many of us.” Anthony said Kevin’s time as club president saw him as a pioneer of many achievements, such as the development of women’s cricket and the all-abilities program. “I don’t think we’ll ever come across a man that was prepared to give so many years of his life to volunteering at a local sporting community club, not everyone does that and we were really blessed,” he said. Kevin spoke with Star Weekly last month after playing his 600th game and said he was proud to serve the Melton Cricket club for over
40 years. “I’ve been able to contribute to something bigger than myself,” he said at the time. Anthony said the club will remember Kevin’s enormous passion for cricket and the love he had for his fellow club members. “He made the club somewhere you could go to have people help you through a hard time or celebrate a great time with you, somewhere you knew there would always be someone there,” he said.
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The demolition of Sunshine College’s Ardeer campus is set to begin next month. The Victorian School Building Authority sent a letter to Sunshine West residents last week informing them of plans to start demolition works in mid-April. Other works at the site will include asbestos removal, fencing and landscaping. The works are expected to be finished by June 30. An education department spokesman said the site will be retained for education purposes in future. “Sunshine College has undergone a major capital works upgrade, with the Sunshine College West campus being completely rebuilt and a new STEM facility built at the north campus,” the spokesman said. “This project consolidated the school onto two campuses. “As a result, the former senior campus and former Ardeer campus of Sunshine College were vacated during 2020. “These two sites are being retained for future education provision given the future development expected in and around the Sunshine Priority Precinct.” Community members have expressed their frustrations about the decision as they seek more details and information about the future plans of the site. Many, particularly those who attended the school in the past, want some of the building to be restored to honour the history of the school and the memories it gave them. Albion and Ardeer Community Club Neil Head said he was happy with the decision to retain the site for education purposes. “The community welcomes, what seems to be a commitment to use the land for education purposes, but is wary of the intention to demolish all the buildings in the interim, without any reference to a future masterplan for the site,” Mr Head said. “In addition, it will be important for a site analysis to be developed prior to any works, to ensure that any key features such as trees and site landscaping, internal roads and carparks, and on-site sports development areas are conserved for potential re-use. “We think it would be wise for the government, the council and the community to establish a joint reference group, to review the development intentions, on a step-by-step basis.”
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The old Sunshine College, Ardeer Campus. (Damjan Janevski) 273451_02
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Brimbank’s election wish list Brimbank council has adopted its advocacy plan ahead of the upcoming federal and state elections. Key priorities in the advocacy plan were spilt into four categories: gold, silver and bronze and a fourth general business category. ‘Transforming Brimbank’ and ‘mental health and wellbeing’ topped the list in the gold category. ‘Employment pathways’ and ‘road infrastructure’ were in silver. ‘Local business support’ and ‘Climate Emergency’ were in bronze.
In the general business category, four items were announced, including ‘Melbourne Airport’s third runway and measures to mitigate community impact’, ‘major parks and playgrounds’, ‘gambling harm’ and ‘Calder Park Station’. Brimbank mayor Jasmine Nguyen said the council is proud of its previous advocacy achievements although admitted more is needed. “Brimbank council is proud of our successes in lobbying for a better deal for Brimbank – such as the state government’s commitment
to remove level crossings in Brimbank, and securing the Sunshine SuperHub on the proposed Melbourne Airport Rail Link,” Cr Nguyen said. “But we need to do more to achieve council’s vision for a beautiful, thriving, healthy and connected Brimbank. “The advocacy plan is an essential step to delivering key priorities and actions to improve quality of life across our municipality.” Since Brimbank council’s advocacy plan was released in October 2019, council has successfully advocated for more than $200
million in state and federal investments for the community. These investments include funding for sport and recreation facilities, upgrading schools, Westside Lodge mental health service upgrade, the redevelopment of the Sunshine Law Courts and Justice Precinct, and safety improvements to the Calder Freeway and other roads across the municipality. “As we look to the future, council will continue to lobby hard and work together with all governments to build a resilient community that is proud, welcoming and prosperous for everyone,” Cr Nguyen said.
Cancer treatment boost at Sunshine Hospital rather than going into the city. Particularly because I’ll be coming in every week day for seven weeks.” Western Health chief executive Russell Harrison said it was an important step forward. “We are thrilled that the communities in Melbourne’s western suburbs now have access to these state-of-the-art machines, complementing the cancer care we provide at Western Health,” Mr Harrison said. “Treatment delivered close to home is so important and offers many benefits to our patients and their families.” Max Hatzoglou
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Cancer patients in the west will now have access to the latest technology in radiation cancer treatment after the addition of two new radiotherapy machines at the Sunshine Hospital was announced on Monday, March 21. The two new medical linear accelerator (LINAC) machines will increase the treatment capacity at the Sunshine Hospital Radiation Therapy Centre, allowing for greater intake of patients. Western Health and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre have supported the increase through an investment worth over $6 million. The new machines are more efficient and use high-energy X-rays or electrons to destroy cancer cells. One patient said the new machines help make the treatment process easier. “It’s great to have these new machines in Sunshine,” Philip Ring said. “I live in St Albans, so it’s easier to be treated
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Mayor’s message Cr Goran Kesic It’s fantastic to see our community getting out and about, and enjoying the safe return to events recently.
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Over the weekend, we welcomed many residents to Lakeside Alive at Caroline Springs with kids’ activities, live music and fireworks enjoyed by all.
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This Saturday, we look forward to showcasing sports and community activities at the Cobblebank Indoor Stadium Community Open Day. There will also be a market and free barbecue, so please join us from 9am until 1.30pm. I’m very proud to have people from so many different backgrounds, experiences and beliefs call the City of Melton home. With our community continuing to rapidly grow, it’s important that we understand the challenges and opportunities this diversity brings. It’s the reason we’re developing a new Intercultural Strategy. We want to find ways to ensure everyone feels connected, welcome, and equal. We’d like to hear your thoughts and ideas to shape our strategy, so please have your say via conversations.melton.vic.gov. au/intercultural-strategy Last week, I also joined mayors from other growth areas in signing an open letter to the Federal Government and Opposition supporting four key priorities set out by the National Growth Areas Alliance. Together, we’re asking the government to invest in transport, health, education, employment and community infrastructure in areas like ours. Growth areas have the potential to help boost the economy more broadly, so we’re calling on the two parties to focus on creating jobs and growing local economies. Please feel free to contact me on 0437 241 436 or goran.kesic@melton.vic.gov.au regarding any Council issues.
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Sporting pavilion doubles capacity The Brookside Community Pavilion extension and refurbishment has been officially opened. The $1.5 million upgrade to the Caroline Springs facility has almost doubled the social capacity, creating an accessible space for more community activity and greater participation in local sport. It includes a modernised pavilion and upgrades including a large kitchen, increased social space,
change room refurbishment including female friendly change rooms, a new meeting room and transformation of the façade. The project was funded with a $850,000 grant from the Victorian Government through their Growing Suburbs Fund and $686,000 from Melton City Council.
Watts Ward with Cr Lara Carli It’s a pleasure to advise that upgrade works at Cardinia Crescent Reserve, Taylors Hill, are now complete. A play space that includes swings, a seesaw, climbing equipment using recycled tyres and natural play areas, has been added, along with additional trees for shade, seating, a picnic setting and connecting pathways. Temporary fencing has been put up around the grassed areas to allow for the new turf to establish, but the rest of the reserve is open and ready for use. A great outcome for residents of Taylors Hill.
Well done to the Sydenham-Hillside Cricket Club for securing their third Victorian Turf Cricket Association premiership on Sunday 20 March. This is an outstanding achievement, and great for local sports. I’d like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to coach, Geoff Pretty, Club President, Bob Kunesevic, the players and behind-the-scenes volunteers and staff for this exciting victory. Finally, Council is committed to improving road safety and are hosting a Community Road Safety Forum at 6.30pm, Thursday 31 March, at the Melton Library and Learning Hub.
The forum has been developed for young people, and their parents or guardians, to raise awareness of road safety, road rules and the affects of road trauma. It’s never too early or late to teach people about being responsible on our roads, so I encourage you to attend this valuable forum. Visit our website, melton.vic.gov.au/events for details. Feel free to contact me about Watts Ward or Council related issues on 0409 951 020 or email at: lara.carli@melton.vic.gov. au or visit my Facebook page at: facebook.com/Cr.LaraCarli
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Cat curfew under consideration By Max Hatzoglou A cat curfew could be on the cards for Brimbank, with councillors voting to consider the proposal as part of its new Domestic Animal Management Plan. Councillors adopted the plan at a council meeting on March 15. The plan outlines programs, services and strategies to address a number of circumstances and issues for dogs and cats,
including a consideration for a cat curfew after sunset. The plan aims to address the over-population and high euthanasia rates for dogs and cats, and to encourage the registration and identification of dogs and cats. It also aims to ensure council’s animal control services are adequate, as well as managing dangerous, menacing and restricted breed dogs, minimising the potential for cats
and dogs to create a nuisance and to minimise the risk of attacks by dogs. Council received 12 submissions on the plan during a public consultation period during January and February, including one from Pet Welfare Australia. Issues raised in the submission included changes to off-leash areas, including the security of areas and the requirement for more off-leash areas across the municipality. Other issues raised included the control
of stray, semi-owned and feral cats across the municipality and an introduction of a subsidised or free targeted cat desexing program. Cr Bruce Lancashire said the plan will be a good step forward for pet owners in the community. “This is an important process that we are engaging in that will help to deal with our domestic animals and help to protect our wildlife,” he said.
A new hub for big hugs Children and families experiencing disadvantage in Melbourne’s west will soon have access to more material aid, thanks to Big Group Hug’s new hub in Airport West. The not-for-profit, providing pre-loved goods to families who need them, heads into a new partnership with the Caroline Chisholm Society (CCS), an organisation specialising in pregnancy and early parenting programs and services. A collaboration between the two will mean an expansion of services into the Macedon Ranges, Brimbank, Melton, Moorobool, Wyndham, Hobsons Bay, Moreland, Moonee Valley and Maribyrnong. Supported by Recycling Victoria Communities Fund delivered by Sustainability Victoria on behalf of the Victorian government, the project was provided a funding grant, appropriately named the Sustainable Collective by Big Group Hug. With primary goals to ensure families are given the material aid they need, to reduce
poverty and to repurpose items that would otherwise end up in landfill, an expansion west will benefit many. Big Group Hug chief executive Bernadene Voss said the partnership would amplify positive impacts and ensure kids on the margins would be the biggest beneficiaries. “We are excited to be working with agencies, in particular with Caroline Chisholm Society, to service an increasing gap of material aid needed in Western Melbourne,” Ms Voss said. CCS chief executive, Dr Jennifer Weber, said the partnership was a chance to improve the sustainability of material-aid provision across the western suburbs. She said the growing pressures on families meant a need for material aid “more than ever”
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Upgrade work rolling on By Molly Magennis The Skinner Reserve redevelopment project is nearing completion, with the first rolls of turf laid on the upgraded oval earlier this month. The $3 million upgrade will see more than 19,500 square metres of Couch Grass laid at the Braybrook reserve, allowing for more sporting competition and training as well as ongoing general community use. The Western Bulldogs Football Club are new tenants at the reserve, and are funding half the costs of the redevelopment works to support their training and activities as well as broad community use.
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Four new lighting towers with energy efficient LED light fittings will be erected around the perimeter for use at night to ensure safety and accessibility. A new 506-metre two-lane running track is also being built around the perimeter which can be used all year round thanks to its synthetic turf. Additional upgrades include new coaches’ boxes, boundary fencing, AFL goal posts, goal safety netting, spectator seating and an electronic scoreboard. Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said it had been a pleasure to witness the oval transform over the last few months and was grateful to be part of the rolling out of the new turf. “Open space is such a valued asset of our community, as is community sport, and this upgrade, including the addition of high-class
Bulldogs AFLW player Katie Lynch and Mayor Anthony Tran with the first rolls of turf being laid. (Supplied)
turf, will ensure the needs of the local community and our growing population can be met now and into the future.” Western Bulldogs Football Club chief executive Ameet Bains said the laying of the new tough is a “tangible sign that we will soon be able to take advantage of these excellent new facilities.”
“We’re excited to have access to a high-quality training oval for our men’s and women’s teams, which is close to VU Whitten Oval and has historical significance to our people.” The redevelopment works are nearing completion with the oval due to be returned to the community sometime in May.
Councillors reconnect Brimbank council will host four pop-up events this weekend to give the community an opportunity to ask councillors questions and find out more about what the council is doing. The pop-up events will be on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 in parks and shopping strips. Attendees can ask about a range of topics including council’s federal advocacy priorities, the proposed four-bin waste collection service and the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre memberships. The Grasslands ward event will be at Kevin Flint Memorial Reserve, Cairnlea, near the off-leash dogpark on Saturday, April 2 between 10am and noon. The Harvester ward event will be at Hampshire Road, Sunshine, near the Brimbank Community and Civic Centre on Saturday, April 2 between 2.30pm and 4.30pm. The Horseshoe Bend ward event will be at Keilor Village Shopping Centre, Old Calder Highway, Keilor, on Sunday, April 3 between 10am and noon. The Taylors ward event will be at The Lakes Reserve, Taylors Lakes. on Sunday, April 3 between 2.30pm and 4.30pm. Brimbank mayor Jasmine Nguyen said: “Councillors are really excited about these pop-up events and being able to reconnect after COVID-19 limited our ability to hold face-to-face events. “These pop-up events are another way we can get feedback from the community and make sure people are up-to-date with council news and information.”
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Rates policy backflip welcomed By Max Hatzoglou A state government backflip on its decision to exempt certain social and affordable properties from council rates will save millions for council to spend elsewhere. The proposed change would have meant that social and affordable housing would be exempt from council rates. However on Tuesday, March1, Treasurer Tim Pallas announced the policy would not proceed, overturning the original announcement made on February 18. The original policy was planned to begin in July 2023, sparking concern for local
governments across Melbourne. Brimbank mayor Jasmine Nguyen said she was pleased to hear the state government was not proceeding with the proposal. “Brimbank council welcomes the recent state government announcement that the Andrews government would not proceed with introducing a rates exemption for social housing properties that would rip millions of much needed dollars out of local government budgets,” Cr Nguyen said. “A financial deficit of this magnitude would have had significant impacts on the ability of councils to continue to deliver services, and would also have passed on some costs to
homebuyers.” Cr Nguyen credited the state government for withdrawing the policy. “We commend the government for listening to the community on this matter and taking the policy off the table,” Cr Nguyen said. “Brimbank certainly doesn’t want to see any future re-introduction of a rates exemption for social housing. “Council will also seek clarification from the state government about the future of a broader Planning Reform Agenda for Victoria and how it proposes to go about this.” Cr Trung Luu said the state government’s
decision was important for Brimbank as it was experiencing a rise in homelessness. “I would like to emphasise that we all acknowledge that an increase in social housing is vital in relieving homelessness and having housing options plays a critical role,” Cr Luu said. “Social housing is clearly a state government responsibility. “It should be supported and subsidised by the Victorian government, not just by ratepayers of each municipality. “Again I would like to welcome the government’s decision not to continue with the proposal.”
School unites to pray for Ukraine On March 18, pupils, teachers and families at Mother of God School in Ardeer came together to show solidarity and support to the Ukrainian community in Ardeer and worldwide. In a world currently troubled by war and conflict, the school community took a moment to gather together as one Catholic school community to show their support for Ukraine. Pupils and staff took part in a fundraiser event, wearing blue and yellow casual clothes and donating money to Caritas Australia, who provides support to displaced families in Ukraine with food, water, shelter and hygiene needs. The pupils also took part in a ribbon tying event which was conducted at the local Ukrainian Hall. The pupils created messages of peace, hope and support on yellow and blue ribbons and tied it to the fence of the Ukrainian Hall as a
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gesture to the local Ukrainian Community that they are standing in solidarity with them. Mother of God School learning support officer and co-organiser of the event, Malia Silao, said the day’s events will have a lasting impact on the pupils. “The students’ lives are forever impacted by today’s event,” Ms Silao. “The children at Mother of God know and understand that they can help bring forth a more peaceful world through the kind choices that they make towards others in their daily lives. “They inspire each other and within their
families to share peace, love and kindness” Year 5/6 teacher, digital technologies leader and co-organiser, Thomas Punzalan, said the pupils gained a lot from the event. “The whole school event … really summed up to me, what an inclusive and supportive community Mother of God school is,” Mr Punzalan said. “It was powerful for the students, teachers and families to see how simple actions for showing support and awareness to our Ukrainian community can have a very profound impact. “It was a very successful event for our school community.” Max Hatzoglou Pupils participate in service to pray for Ukraine and for a peaceful world for all. (Supplied)
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Council condemns Sportsbet’s gambling push Brimbank council has condemned the marketing campaigns that were delivered by Sportsbet between January 2020 and March 2021 without customers’ consent and no option to unsubscribe. An estimated $2.3 billion was lost in Victoria in 2020-21 on wagering and sports betting, representing a 42 per cent increase over the previous year. The lockdowns contributed to these increases, with more than 85 per cent of these bets now made online. With Brimbank recording the highest pokies loss in the state, residents likely contributed
to these increases particularly because pokie venues were closed during lockdowns, council said. Brimbank has experienced sustained high losses from electronic gaming machines for more than a decade, with the municipality recently recording the highest losses ever in a single month in December 2021. Council has welcomed the Australian Communication and Media Authority’s decision to fine Sportsbet under the Spam Act 2003 and supports the Alliance for Gambling Reform’s ‘End Gambling Ads’ campaign,
which calls for a complete ban on gambling advertising. Brimbank mayor Jasmine Nguyen condemned the advertising and assured more advocacy will be done to regulate gambling. “Brimbank council condemns Sportsbet’s harmful marketing campaign between January 2020 and March 2021, in which it sent around 150,000 text messages and emails to about 37,000 customers, offering incentives to gamble or alerts about upcoming events, without consent or an option to unsubscribe,” Cr Nguyen said.
“Brimbank is heavily impacted by gambling harm and we wholeheartedly support the Alliance for Gambling Reform’s ‘End Gambling Ads’ campaign, which calls for a complete ban on gambling advertising. “Council will continue our strong advocacy for regulatory reform of the gambling industry, particularly as our community recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, and raise our concern at the proliferation of gambling ads and the growing convergence of gambling and online gaming.” Max Hatzoglou
Walking group member Godfrey Vas pictured third from left. (Supplied)
Stepping out for a decade Esther received the certificate for her Hansen Scholarship from University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor Duncan Maskell and patron of the Hansen Scholarship program Jane Hansen. (Drew Echberg)
Prestigious scholarship By Molly Magennis A Braybrook College graduate has been awarded a prestigious scholarship to Melbourne University designed to help students succeed during their higher education studies. Esther Lian was awarded a Hansen Scholarship, which is given to talented students who are experiencing financial difficulties which may make it difficult to access further study. The gifted young student was born in Myanmar, arriving in Australia in 2014 with her family as refugees. Ms Lian said she was proud of her achievement and said it will be something she looks back on in the future with pride. “I feel like I actually achieved something great. It makes me feel good about myself,” she said.
Arriving in Australia at just 12 years old, Ms Lian said while she did know a little bit of English, it was very overwhelming. “When I arrived here, everyone talked so fast, and most people were born here so I was so lost. “It was a bit overwhelming to the point that I talked to [my] teacher about it and [they] said, if you want you can repeat like year six in the next year. “I decided to do that so that I can build up my English to actually build my confidence because I was very quiet and when the teacher asked questions, even though I knew the answer, I didn’t want to say it because I might get the pronunciation wrong.” Ms Lian is currently studying a bachelor of biomedicine at Melbourne University. She said she’s curious about learning more about the
human body and how things evolve. “I’m hoping to get into health related courses. Right now in my mind, I’m thinking of speech pathology, but I’m not sure.” Going to university has always been a big goal for Ms Lian, particularly coming from a country like Myanmar, where military control has made it hard for students to further their education. “Back in our country, as you know, in Myanmar right now, my cousins, they can’t go to uni anymore because of the corrupt government and the military,” Ms Lian said. “And so education is something that we value a lot. “[My mum] always motivates us and says … always work hard and realise your potential. “[That’s] something I want to actually show her that, yes, I can do it.”
Accused killer drops unfair dismissal claim The man accused of murdering campers Carol Clay and Russell Hill in Victoria’s high country has dropped his unfair dismissal claim against his airline employer. Fifty-five-year-old Caroline Springs man Greg Lynn was removed from his longtime job as a Jetstar pilot when he was arrested in relation to the duo’s disappearance in November 2021 and was subsequently charged with two counts of murder. Mr Lynn was fired from the budget airline in January 2022 with two months’ pay, plus unpaid leave entitlements. It has been reported that Mr Lynn has withdrawn his claim of unfair dismissal after lodging the complaint earlier this month
Carol Clay, of Pakenham, went missing in 2020. (Supplied)
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It follows the confirmation that human remains found in Dargo belong to the missing elderly campers campers. A Victoria Police spokesperson confirmed on Monday 14 February that forensic testing on the remains were complete and that the identities of the bodies were of Pakenham’s Carol Clay and her camping partner Russell Hill, of Drouin. The human remains were found 30 November last year as part of the ongoing investigation into the pair’s disappearance. Mr Lynn’s case is due to return to court in Sale for a committal mention on May 31. Shelby Brooks
The West Sunshine Walking Group is celebrating its 10 year anniversary of its weekly one hour walk sessions. The group currently has approximately 15 members involved in its weekly walk, three of which have been with the group since it started in 2012. Starting every Wednesday at 10am at the West Sunshine Community Centre, the group walks in nice and secluded places in West Sunshine where there is minimal traffic. This includes Kororoit Creek, Callaway Park and Wright Street. Group member Godfrey Vas said he enjoyed the company of the group members on the walk. “We generally rarely see the same two people talking to each other on the walk. We are always talking with different people on the walk,” Mr Vas said. “Nobody is left alone. Everyone is within sight and welcoming of each other.” Asked if many cultures come together on the walk: “Absolutely,” he said. Mr Vas said the West Sunshine Community Centre took great care of the group before and after the walk by providing snacks, fruit and snacks as well as tea and coffee. Members of the group are also not just confined to the walk with many other no cost events on offer to the group through the community centre. These include the SunnyWest Seniors, an over 50’s activity and social group program on every Tuesday until April 5 for seniors to join in on fun activities like bingo, craft, games and for an opportunity to make new friends. To register and find out more visit: https:// www.trybooking.com/BWKKQ Other events include education on using social media and technology for seniors on March 31. Details: https:// www.trybooking.com/BWAXB Max Hatzoglou
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Keeping kids healthy at school By NWMPHN chief executive, Christopher Carter
Doctors are now in secondary schools across Melbourne’s north-west.
get medical care during school hours without placing additional pressure on working parents. As well as providing treatment and referrals for acute conditions, the DiSS program is designed to provide early intervention supports to kids and their families. The doctors and nurses taking part are skilled in introducing patients to preventative health strategies and to delivering positive
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messages to promote healthy behaviours. The aim is to encourage young people to adopt behaviours that will safeguard their general health and wellbeing, reducing over time the need to seek medical care. Doctors in Secondary Schools has been running since 2017 and has racked up well over 40,000 consultations across the state. I’d like to thank the doctors and nurses in our region who
take part, and pay tribute to their commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of young people. Your high school years, some say, are the best days of your life. That might be so, but the DiSS program certainly helps to make sure they are among the healthiest. To check out DiSS in your area, see here: nwmphn.org.au/diss
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For many kids, seeing a doctor is a simple matter of asking their parents to make an appointment at the local general practice. For others, however, it can be a much more challenging process. Family stresses sometimes mean that appointments end up not being made. It might be, too, that the nearest clinic is a distance away, with reaching it and getting home again a challenge. And sometimes, if the local clinic doesn’t bulk bill, parents can be worried about the impact of non-urgent doctor visits on the household budget. A few years ago, the Victorian Department of Education and Training recognised this multitude of barriers to basic health care, and devised a program known as Doctors in Secondary Schools (DiSS), which aims to put a specially trained GP and practice nurse in selected schools for one day each week in term times. North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network oversees its smooth rollout across the state. Today, it is available on 100 campuses in metro and rural areas. In our own region, DiSS doctors can be found at schools in several suburbs, including Keilor Downs, Melton, Melton South, Sunbury, Hoppers Crossing and Manor Lakes. In other parts of the metro area and regional Victoria, DiSS is co-ordinated by our colleagues in neighbouring primary health networks. In all instances, the GPs and nurses who spend time each week at schools work the rest of the time at local clinics. Their involvement in DiSS allows them to deepen links to their community, and to meet families with whom they might not ordinarily come into contact. Consultations are free, which means kids can
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Lorisa Barraza began dancing as a four-year-old and progressed to performing overseas before she started inspiring the next generation of dancers as a teacher. She speaks with Max Hatzoglou.
What is your connection to Brimbank? I grew up as a young dancer in Hoppers Crossing with most of my dance training staying local in that area. I was lucky enough to become an instructor at Derrimut Dance Studio six years ago where I met a wonderful community of parents and students. Eventually, the opportunity arose to take over the studio as its owner and I never looked back. Since then I have been able to run a variety of incursions throughout Derrimut, including the YMCA; teaching pre-schoolers and introducing them into the world of dance which in turn has really helped to grow our studio again post-COVID. Can you tell us a bit about your exciting
journey in dancing, which included a trip overseas to America? Dancing has always been a passion of mine. As a child I participated in a number of extracurricular activities but nothing quite stuck with me like dancing. I started dancing at the age of three and by the time I was 16 I was competing in competitions and training to be an instructor alongside my dance instructors. By 18 I was teaching classes by myself at my local dance studio and even went to America to perform at Disneyland, Universal Studios and on Hollywood Boulevard. The dance training was intense but so was my passion for performance. The highlight of that trip was dancing in the Disneyland Parade!
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What inspired you to become the owner of the Derrimut Dance Studio and serve the local community in Brimbank? It had always been a dream of mine to eventually own my own dance studio. I had initially planned on finishing my professional communications degree, working in the industry and then hopefully after a few years find some time to build a dance school from scratch. When my boss approached me and asked if I’d be interested in taking over, I jumped at the opportunity. I never did get to work in the communications industry but I could not think of a better job than inspiring children and adults in Derrimut to perform, just as I had been inspired at my local dance school.
What are you most proud of in your career so far? Being a business owner in 2022 is something that very few people have lived through. Over the past two years dance studios have been some the hardest businesses to sustain given all the lockdowns. We were some of the first businesses to close and the last to reopen. Being able to sustain our dance studio throughout lockdown is something I am most proud of. Through two years of learning over Zoom, myself and my team were able to keep the passion for dance alive in so many young ones when they were unable to live their regular lives. Now we can continue to help foster confidence, growth and creativity in the youth of Brimbank.
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Have your say about how your household waste is collected. Key proposed changes: • A new weekly Food Organics and Garden Organics collection • A new monthly glass recycling collection • A fortnightly collection of garbage • Garbage bin lid changed to red, and • Ongoing fortnightly recycling collection The Victorian Government requires all Councils to move to a 4-bin system by 2030. The 4-bin system will increase recycling and reduce waste going to landfill. Brimbank Council is proposing to introduce the 4-bin system as soon as 2023.
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The reality of a ‘childcare desert’ Data released by the Mitchell Institute at Victoria University this month highlighted the difficulty many families face in accessing childcare across the country. Families in the Macedon Ranges tell Elsie Lange what it’s like trying to secure quality care for their children.
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t was when Romsey resident Mara Lazdins was at a mother’s group with her daughter Evija that she realised she might be on the backfoot when it came to getting into a childcare centre. As a first time mum, she had no idea how difficult access to childcare would be in the Macedon Ranges. “They don’t teach you that in pregnancy school,” Ms Lazdins said. She and her husband started hunting around for care when Evija was three months old, and have only now, nine months later, secured a place at a new childcare centre in Romsey. The couple are relieved, but it was a journey that was far from easy. Ms Lazdins said they were lucky her husband was able to work from home one day a week, while she went out and worked as a nurse. “It’s interesting, you read on the Facebook Macedon Ranges pages, [there are] posts saying ‘Hey, we’re moving here, we’re a young family, we need daycare’, and you sort of look at it and think ‘Good luck because everyone else needs daycare as well’,” she said. According to research by the Mitchell Institute at Victoria University released last week, Macedon Ranges exists in a ‘childcare desert’. That is to say, there are more than three children vying for each childcare place available in the municiaplity. Macedon Ranges residents are among the nine million Australian families in the same position. The data paints a picture: in Romsey there are 7.6 children per childcare place, in Riddells Creek there are 6, and in Kyneton there are 5.7. Ms Lazdins said she was told “You have no chance”. Hannah Matthews, a policy fellow at the Mitchell Institute and author of the report, said the findings highlighted how difficult it is for families in the region to get into centre-based daycare – which forces them to consider their options. “One of the interesting things we found here
Mara Lazdins has found it hard to get her daughter Evija into childcare in the Macedon Ranges. (Elsie Lange)
is … the wealthiest areas are able to charge the highest fees and therefore have the highest levels of childcare accessibility,” Ms Matthews said. “This is talking about the private model that we have …… where providers are able to determine where they can establish their services. “But the other thing that we found was where we have children under five, from mothers or carers who are living in a childcare desert, there’s also a correlation there with lower levels of workforce participation … because if you have low levels of childcare, then it’s really difficult for mothers to make decisions about work,” she said. Federal Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters said the new data backs up what she’s heard on the ground, and described the situation as “a crisis”. “They say it’s an issue that’s left up to the market, well the market has failed to deliver enough childcare places for the families in Kyneton in the Macedon Ranges,” Ms Chesters said. She said while making childcare more affordable through lifting the subsidy cap,
the federal government would also have to improve access. “There’s no point providing cheaper childcare if you don’t have the places,” she said. “We need a dual approach: we need to increase places as soon as possible, by looking at local solutions, and then we need to encourage a greater build over the long term.” Childcare, which is under federal government jurisdiction, is set to be a hot issue at May’s federal election. In 2018, the Coalition government introduced a Child Care Package, which included a child care subsidy (CCS), following an inquiry by the Productivity Commission into the childcare system. A 2021 evaluation of the package by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) said analysis of the data at the time the CCS was introduced, and of the following 18 months, showed “no marked changes in access to child care”. “There are though large differences in access geographically, and issues for children with additional needs,” the evaluation said. A spokesperson for the acting Education Minister Stuart Robert said the Morrison government was proud of its investment in child care. “This will be around $11 billion in 2022-23, including reducing the costs for families with more than one child aged five and under in care,” the spokesperson said. “We introduced the Child Care Subsidy in 2018 to reduce the cost of child care, with low and middle-income families receiving the greatest benefit.” The government says it is tackling ’market gaps’ by investing in a Market Strategy to be delivered by September this year. The strategy will provide “information to government, providers and families to buoy competition and guarantee effective consumer choice”. “Women’s workforce participation has reached a record high of 62.4 per cent,” the spokesperson said. However, this is not the experience of
Romsey mum Danielle Corner who has had to decline multiple job offers because her family didn’t have access to childcare. Ms Corner was two months pregnant when she put her unborn child on one of the local daycare waiting lists. Her baby is now 15 months old and when she recently called the centre for update, she heard she was still number 62 on the list. With some sheer luck and immense persistence, Ms Corner managed to secure her daughter a childcare place so she could commence tertiary study, but it didn’t last long. “Because she got sick all the time, I had to stop studying, but we couldn’t afford to lose our place,” Ms Corner said. “We did find out there was a new centre opening and we waited while paying the other one … in the end she kept getting too sick and we knew the other centre was only two weeks from opening, so I pulled her out of that one in January, and the new centre opens tomorrow.” Gisborne resident Nicole, who did not want her surname published, has to drive a long way to ensure her child is looked after while she goes to work three days a week. “Because I’m working, I kind of had no choice,” she said. She said she wanted to go back to work full time, but couldn’t commit because daycare was so expensive. “I can’t even get a spot, anyway,” she said. Kirsty Long is the new director of the recently-opened Romsey Learning Centre and said parents had been “emotional” when she told them they’d secured a place. “I’ve had parents come in after having their child at the first day of orientation and just thanking me, our service and our company for having what they need from us,” she said. Nicole simply said when it comes to childcare centres in the region, “there’s not enough”. “It’s obviously across the board with every mother in the Macedon Ranges,” she said. Have you had trouble accessing childcare in your area? Let us know your experience at westeditorial@starnweekly.com.au
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Rotary club Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand meets at Customs House Hotel, 161 Nelson Place, Williamstown, on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 6pm for a 6.30pm dinner meeting. Visitors welcome. ■ Pam, 0418 347 691 or rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com
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Mouth organ band The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. Great music, friendly atmosphere. Everyone is welcome. ■ Heather, 9399 2190
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Melton Valley Ladies Probus Club Diabetes support group The Westgate diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Altona Bowling Club at 10am. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996
Heritage walks Enjoy a leisurely two-hour walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John. Walks start at 9.20am each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre in Nelson Place. ■ John, 0418 377 336
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No. 074
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
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The 1995 film Clueless is loosely base on which of Jane Austen's novels?
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In what year were denim jeans invented?
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In what year was Netflix founded?
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Which Formula One race was discontinued in 2013 due to poor attendance?
Which of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is still standing?
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Which film won the 2019 GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Film?
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The primary ingredient in tonic water, quinine, is also used to treat what disease?
10 Honeybell oranges are also know as what?
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Who won the 2020 Stella Prize?
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Reese Witherspoon (pictured) co-produced and stared in which 2017 miniseries?
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ANSWERS: 1. Emma 2. 1871 3. The Great Pyramid of Giza 4. Malaria 5. Jess Hill for See What You Made Me Do 6. Big Little Lies 7. 1997 8. The Korean Grand Prix 9. Love, Simon 10. Minneola tangelos
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Engines / Transmissions Two engines are offered, a 1.9-litre turbo-diesel in the entry-level SX single-cab that generates 110 kW of power and 350 Nm of torque from 1800 rpm. All other models use an upgraded 3.0-litre turbo-diesel with 140 kW and 450 Nm from 1600 rev. Depending on the variant there’s the option of a six-speed manual gearbox while all come with an Aisin six-speed ‘Rev-Tronic’ automatic
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We were able to test the mid-spec LS-U ute and LS-U cab chassis back-to-back over a two-week period. At nearly 5.3 metres in length and with a 12.5-metre turning circle it needs plenty of care in tight situations. However, steering is light at low speeds. While we appreciate the excellent safety features in the IDAS package, as drivers who get frustrated with too much interference, there’s a Lane Support System switch that turns off the various lane keeping features. The upgraded 3.0-litre turbo diesel puts out 10kW and 20Nm more than before while the torque band is five times wider and more usable with 400Nm on tap from 1400 through to 3250 rpm. wIt’s not the most refined diesel engine we’ve driven and is relatively noisy. Ground clearance is 235mm in the SX and LS-M and 240mm in the other variants. Together with a 3500k braked towing capacity make the D-MAX a serious and versatile working vehicle. At the same time the ride is quite smooth and comfortable enough to suit family duties. Handling is safe and secure, but with no pretence of being sporty. It will look after you if you drive at stupid speeds into corners thanks to its electronic aids. But it’s much better to drive the D-MAX like the ute that it is.
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Keilor squad looks strong in 2022 The talent pool from the Keilor junior sides is again set to be on show this season in the Essendon District Football League premier division. While the Blues have managed to keep the majority of their strong playing list, Blues coach Mick McGuane said they were set to see a few more younger players get opportunities. “We’ve lost a couple of players interstate to lower levels and others are retiring,” he said. “We are happy to go to the well again with the junior program and introduce more junior players. “We haven’t gone outside the Keilor bubble.” McGuane said many of the younger players had already gotten opportunities in practice matches. He said a couple of injuries to senior players meant some could get opportunities early in the piece, with the club likely to field an inexperienced defence in the early rounds but were confident they could fill the void. Among those in doubt for round one are
Brad Xavier and Mason Thomas. McGuane said they had retained the core group of players from the last few years. Premiership captain Joyce is one out, while McGuane said Riley Ham was set to miss the season due to work. Taylor Stevenson and Matthew Clark have returned, after question marks whether they would continue to play on. McGuane said they weren’t likely to play every game. Of the ins, Daniel Sargent is the biggest inclusion. “He’s from Taylors Lakes and is only 19,” he said. “He wanted to have a crack at premier level and came to the club on his own. “He’s developing and evolving quickly.” McGuane said with plenty of uncertainty heading into the season it could be a challenging year. He said there were many things outside of their control and COVID-19 on top of that. With a similar group and more players
coming through, the Blues are again expected to be about the mark. “That is the intention,” he said. “It’s an evolving game and we believe in our junior program and it is evolving at the right time. “There’s still the likes of Kane [Barbuto], Dean [Galea], Nicko [Nick O’Kearney, Jesse Wallin and Brad Xavier. “They’re great leaders and have been predominantly Keilor players.” The Blues kick off their season on Saturday against Greenvale at Keilor. In other round one matches, Avondale Heights will play Strathmore, Aberfeldie will play Maribyrnong Park, East Keilor will host Essendon Doutta Stars, and Glenroy plays Pascoe Vale. In division 1, Hillside will face will Roxburgh Park, while in division 2, Burnside Heights will play Oak Park, Keilor Park will host Hadfield and Taylors Lakes will play Coburg Districts. Tara Murray
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Isabella serves for gold By Peter Howe Volleyballer Isabella Maticevski has always been very competitive. So when she came across volleyball in year five, she thought it was the sport for her. A year later she was picked in the school team due to her height and everything has gone from there. “It looked like it was a nice sport for me, it seemed to be fun,” she recalls. “We had no idea of the skills required, we just enjoyed competing.” This would be the start of a budding volleyball career. With not many places to hone her craft, Maticevski was able to find a junior development squad in Maribyrnong run by Michael Dolan. Dolan also happened to be the head volleyball coach at the Maribyrnong Sports Academy. “Volleyball is not played in many places, yet I still wanted to pursue this sport,” Maticevski said. “I wasn’t zoned to the school, but I gained select entry through my academic results and athletic ability. “As a junior at MSA our training revolved around learning the basic volleyball skills that are critical to know and practice, digging, setting and spiking. “Michael is still my coach and without him I wouldn’t have represented Victoria or Australia.” Maticevski has represented Victoria at under-15, 16, 17 and 18 levels and won several awards at representative level. Just prior to the enforced COVID break she was chosen in the Volleyball Australia youth women’s team to play a friendly against New Zealand at the AIS in Canberra. Now out of the junior ranks, Maticevski is playing in the Melbourne Renegades Club based at Melbourne University where she trains twice a week. “I think I have always been a mature and responsible person, probably from hearing about my father, Lou played soccer and competed in athletics, internationally,” she said. “He would always speak to his coaches to learn and improve. He was very disciplined to ensure he was always at his very best to compete. My mother Bo has instilled this in me too. “The year I captained the under-15 team was my toughest experience but also a pivotal time that helped shape my leadership skills.” Maticevski has a simple mantra that she has applied to everything she does, “If they can do it, so can I.” She has been an integral part of the MSA beach volleyball program and won a bronze
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Western United have started off their National Premier League division 3 season in style defeating Nunawading City 3-0 at George Cross on Sunday. The home side scored two goals in two minutes midway through the first half to gain the early lead before adding another one to the scorecard in the 77th minute, making it 3-0. It was a great way for the club to continue building off their success last season where they finished in third position with eight wins, five draws and one loss. Western United also confirmed that centre-back Jalil Regague will captain the club’s NPL 3 senior men’s team for 2022. Regague mainly featured in the Under 21’s team in United’s inaugural NPL season in 2021 although he has been able to develop and become a regular member and strong leader of the senior side. “It’s a big privilege, being here last year and not being in the team as much, and now this year I’ve got a chance to show what I can do,” Regague said. “To get the armband is a big honour and hopefully I can live up to what it takes.” The process to selecting the NPL 3 seniors men’s captain was conducted through a player vote with coaching staff identifying with the playing group a list of values that a club captain should embody. Players then voted with Regague the clear winner. The 21-year-old said it was a great feeling to get the recognition. “It’s nice, people see the work you put in and think that I’m at the standard and the level we have to be at,” he said. “I can help people and kind of show them the way, it’s nice for all of the hard work you put in in pre-season to pay off.” Max Hatzoglou
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Premiership experience a boost for Deer Park The return of seven-time premiership player Kwame McHarg is the icing on the cake for Deer Park ahead of the Western Region Football League division 1 season. The club confirmed last week that McHarg had agreed to play for the club this season, having played with Port Melbourne last year. Lions coach Mark McGoldrick said they were as surprised as anyone when McHarg returned to the club. “It was a pleasant surprise,” he said. “The rumour mill was rife that he was coming back. We are great mates and I’ve always said we have an open door policy, that you come back if you want to. “He walked in Thursday night and he was non-committal. I left him alone and then he advised me on Monday he was coming back.” McHarg’s record is impressive. He was part of Deer Park’s amazing seven in a row premierships, won two best-on-ground medals, one Barry Priest Medal and four club best and fairest medals.
Former coach Marc Bullen previously said, “he’ll go down as the best ever Deer Park player and arguably the best ever to play in the WRFL”. McGoldrick said it was a massive bonus as McHarg is only a one-point player in the player points system. “He will help the young fellows underneath them, he’s a leader in the group. “The multiple premiership players already have a new lease of life and this just adds to it.” The signing McHarg follows that of former North Melbourne and Collingwood midfielder Levi Greenwood and former AFL forward Aaron Edwards. Jordy Pollard, Luke Goater, Will Mitchell, Dylan Featon and Josh Vilinskis are other key signings. McGoldrick said the likes of Todd Elton and Ryley Barrack, who played limited football last year, would also be handy inclusions in the side. McGoldrick said the side was in a much
better position than they were this time last year. He said the likes of Edwards and Greenwood had taken on real leadership roles. “It’s a little bit of an unknown,” he said. “We’re better placed than 2021 which was after losing 13 blokes from our 2019 premiership side. “We felt like we needed some older heads. “Levi and Aaron are doing most of the training and a lot of the coaching. They will be coaching out on the field on Saturdays. “It’s a big positive for us on the field.” The Lions start their season on Saturday against Caroline Springs. In other opening round matches, Point Cook plays Werribee Districts, Sunshine will take on Hoppers Crossing, Spotswood will take on Yarraville Seddon and Altona will take on St Albans. Tara Murray
Kwane McHarg is returning to Deer Park. (Shawn Smits) 273634_01
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Lions pounce on victory By Tara Murray Deer Park capped off an almost perfect season in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association, with the division 1 premiership last Sunday The Lions lost just one game across the one-day and T20 competitions this season, and even that was by just one run. So entering the best-of-three grand final series with St Francis de Sales, coach Mick Andriadis was confident they could get the job done. The Lions needed just two games to seal the premiership. “It’s good we don’t have to come back next week,” said. “The boys were terrific and led by our captain Ricky Suvada and vice-captain Angelo Emmanuel. They were brilliant. “Ange’s batting. He batted for 70 of our 80 overs. He made himself the big finals player we thought he could be.” In game one, the Lions batted first making 201. Emmanuel top scored with 83 at the top of the order.
Andriadis said it wasn’t the easiest batting conditions. “It was a bit of a tough wicket for the first 15 overs,” he said. “Had we lost a few more wickets we would have been hamstrung, but we were alright. “The last 20 overs we batted fantastically and scored up to 200. It was psychological advantage to get to 200.” Andriadis said St Francis was always a chance as long as Aaron Maynard remained at the crease. He was out for 88 with another 31 runs still needed. St Francis was bowled out for 183. The Lions lost the toss on day two, which Andriadis said it wasn’t a bad result as they weren’t sure whether they wanted to bat or bowl. Having to bowl first, the Lions restricted St Francis is just 134. “Roshon Primus had a brilliant opening spell getting a couple of wickets including Aaron. “We had then at 9-104, before they put on an extra 30 runs.”
Primus finished with four wickets. Andriadis was full of praise for 15-year-old Lachie Fiztgerald, who had his best bowling spell of the season, finishing with 1-10 off eight overs. Deer Park finished with 5-135. Emmanuel, who scored 66 not out, was named player of the grand final. Andriadis said he always knew that the side could have a season like this when he came to the club ahead of this season. “I always aim pretty high,” he said. “I said to the president I don’t expect to lose a game including the T20s. “I was disappointed we lost that one game as we made enough runs. We always wanted to get into the senior division as quickly as we could.” Next season will be the first time that Deer Park has been in the senior division, having made its way through the ranks. Andriadis said they were looking forward to finding out the player points situation, and were hoping to add another big name recruit if possible.
It will be a new era for community rugby league in Victoria. NRL Victoria and Melbourne Storm recently announced that the senior competition would be called the Storm Premiership, having previously been known as the NRL Victoria competition. The “Storm Premiership” branding will be used for all senior competitions while “Storm Junior League” – introduced in season 2021 - will be extended to all junior competitions, from under-6 to under-18s. NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo and Melbourne Storm chief executive Justin Rodski recently met with players, parents, volunteers and referees from local rugby league clubs ahead of the season. “Victoria has been hit particularly hard by COVID over the last two years, but we are hoping to see community footy return without interruption in the season ahead,” Abdo said. “Sport provides a wonderful connection for our community and whether you are a player, parent, coach, referee or volunteer it brings people together. We can’t wait for the season to kick off. “It’s great to see so much enthusiasm in the game here in Victoria and the NRL and commission will be doing all we can to grow the game in the years ahead.” As part of the partnership between Storm and NRL Victoria, every registered participant in Victoria– players, volunteers, coaches and referees – will become members of Storm if they choose to as part of the club’s commitment to growing the game. “We know it’s been difficult for some families over the last two years to reconnect with the game,” Rodski said. “Storm was keen to bring as many people back to the game they love, which is why we have partnered with NRL Victoria to rebrand their local competitions and provide an incentive to be involved. “The great thing about our game is that it can be played by everyone, whether it is a game of touch, tackle or tag. We hope to see as many people as possible back playing, coaching, refereeing or just watching the game as possible.” Senior competitions were set to kick off on the weekend, with junior competitions to start after Easter.
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Foxe happy to be part of a family club at United Western United will continue to take it one week at a time despite growing expectations in the A-League. Having already succeeded their results of last season, United has been one of the best performing teams this season, having taken points in nine of the last 10 games. United assistant coach Hayden Foxe said the group continues to take things as they come. “The players are really buying into what we’re doing, not just on field, but with their conduct off the field as well. “The group wants to keep improving and improve as a club. We’re taking it week by week and getting better every day and improving every game which is showing on the football field every week. “We’re not putting a limit on what they can do this season… we’ll keep building strongly. It’s a fantastic playing group.”
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Speaking after United’s midweek 1-1 draw with Melbourne Victory, Foxe said the group were able to regroup after a disappointing loss to Sydney in the previous match. “The performance was really good after a tough game on the weekend,” he said. “Victory is a tough opposition and Sydney challenge for the title and we faced them back-to-back.
“It was a good response. I felt we had a lot of the ball and were unlucky to cop an injury to Josh Risdon which meant that we had to shuffle things around. “We made it difficult for them. We showed desperation at the end and this group has shown that all season.“They are creating something special.” Foxe said they weren’t sure of the severity of Risdon’s injury, but said there’s always a lot of concern when someone like Risdon goes down. For Foxe, who is in his first season at the club, he said he couldn’t have asked for much more. The former Australian international has been involved at three other A-League in coaching roles since retiring from playing. Having worked with United coach John Aloisi previously, he said it had been an easy decision to join the club. “United has been a fantastic club, a family
Luc Jeggo in action this season.
club,” he said.“They really look after their own family and it’s great to be part of. This industry can be quite cut through. There’s another side, a really caring side.“John got the head coaching role and I worked with him before, I know what values he wants and this team stands for on and off the field.“It was a very easy decision to join his coaching staff.” United was set to face Brisbane Roar on Saturday, after deadline. Foxe said they would continue to keep it pretty simple as they look to continue their good form.“We’re not looking too far ahead, every game is its own challenge. “Every team will challenge you and you have to keep preparing week by week and who knows where you will end up. “There’s a chance to create something special.” Tara Murray
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VTCA Grand United fell short of premiership glory in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 3. Footscray United made 9-190 from their overs, Lahiru Kumara top scored with 54 not out. Matthew Hayes and Rhys Mutch took three wickets each. Grand United were bowled out for 169 in last over, after being 1-102. Shane Jones top scored with 37 at the top of the order. Kumara was the pick of the bowlers with 4-38.
Baseball Sunshine Eagles couldn’t put it together in the grand final in the Baseball Victoria summer league division 3 west women’s competition. The Eagles, who were the top team all season, were beaten by the North Western Titans 28-15 on Saturday. Despite the loss, it has been a successful season for the Eagles, in their return to the competition.
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Cavaliers’ strong start By Tara Murray It’s been a positive start for Green Gully, but there’s still lots of work to do in the National Premier League. The Cavaliers have won three of their first five matches and taken away points in four games, as they look to improve on a disappointing 2021. Player Luc Jeggo said they were happy with how things had started. “I think it has been a really good start for us to be up near the top of the table,” he said. “I think most importantly the performances have been good and getting better. “A lot of the things that we have spoken about in pre-season, we wanted to work on, we have improved especially from last year. As far as I’m concerned it has been a positive start.” The Cavaliers won just five of 18 games last season and were sitting 10th when the season ended. It was Jeggo’s first season back at the club having previously played for the side in 2015. Jeggo said there were still plenty of positives to take out of the season. “I think last year there were a lot of times, we put together a really strong performance
for 60-70 minutes. “In key moments, we often lacked control in games and when to attack more and when to see games out and get results. “So that was a big part for us for both player. “A big part was there last year, there was a lot of good stuff. It’s about getting that balance and not throwing everything out the window.” Still reasonably new at the club, Jeggo said building culture off field was really important especially with so many new players having joined the club. Extra depth was another key thing they had looked to address. “It’s been really good in terms of culture first off,” he said. “That is something really important for us. “I think there’s a large focus on making sure there is a good culture in the team, with both the standards we have as a club and also the characters and making sure that everyone gets on well. “All the guys who have come in have been brilliant for that, it’s gone to another level from last year in the team atmosphere. “I think that has been really good… We’ve added a lot of depth. There’s really tough decisions for the gaffer [Stephen] Downes to make.
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“I don’t envy him at times. We’ve got a solid starting 11 and players on the bench who really keep the level the same when they come on, it’s really important for us this year.” Jeggo said his game personally had been OK as he still finds his way in the new line up. He said he felt a lot more comfortable this year than he did 12 months ago. “I’ve been happy and there’s certainly room for improvement and go up a few notches, but the main thing is getting results and doing well. “As long at that is happening I’m not too worried with how I’m performing. I need to keep doing what I’m doing and getting results as a team.” While the team has started well, Jeggo said they weren’t getting ahed of themselves. The Cavaliers were set to face ladder leaders South Melbourne on Saturday, after deadline. “We try not to look too far ahead especially at the start of the season,” Jeggo said. “It’s important to concrete with targets and focusing on our performance. “In patches in games, we’ve performed really well, but up until last week we’ve struggling to put together a whole 90 minutes of good football and performance as general. “If we play at that level for 90 minutes, the rest will take care of itself.”
The final bowl of the day decided the result of the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division title. Melbourne led for most of the math against Deer Park, before Deer Park hit back late to take the lead in the 81st end. Two massive ends gave Melbourne back the lead by one shot. The final bowl by Melbourne’s Bryce Young would be enough to give Melbourne three points, to seal the 70 shots to 66 shots.
FFV Sydenham Park opened its account in the FV state league 1 north-west season on Saturday. The match went down to the wire, with Sydenham Park scoring the winner in injury time, to win 3-2. In other games, Caroline Springs George Cross won 2-1 win against Essendon Royals, Brimbank Stallions won 1-0 against Clifton Hill, while Keilor Park lost to Altona City 2-1. In state league 2 north-west, Albion Rovers won 2-0 against Moreland United, Western Suburbs lost to Upfield and Westgate won 3-2 against Hoppers Crossing. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Brimbank & North West Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly
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