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Voices sing out for RCH Students in Caroline Springs sang out for a good cause to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital on April 6. Creekside College held its long-awaited Busking Day event, with students from kindergarten to year 9 getting involved. Creekside College teacher Katia Buriani said the event had run annually since the school opened in 2006. “Students have been so invested in contributing to the day, previous Busking Day celebrations have raised thousands of dollars for the Royal Children’s Hospital,” Ms Buriani said. Students and teachers performed on stage, while others ran market stalls, activities and games for the school community to enjoy. School captains Lana and Michael said they both enjoyed being able to support other children who were in need while enjoying the day with their fellow students. “Supporting the Royal Children’s Hospital is important because we are supporting children who are not as well-off as us health-wise,” Michael said. Olivia Condous Creekside K-9 College students Imogen, Kyra, Omeet, Jai and Sam.
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Housing concerns grow By Max Hatzoglou Housing affordability and mental health are the two most important social justice issues to residents of the Fraser and Gorton federal electorates, according to new research. The Salvation Army surveyed more than 15,000 people as part of its National Social Justice Stocktake Report (NSJSR) to determine the issues impacting communities across the nation. Housing affordability was named as the top concern in both electorates. In Fraser, 52.9 per cent of respondents named it as one of their top issues, while it was a concern for 50 per cent of
respondents in Gorton. The report said that Fraser had a higher proportion of one-parent families compared to the national average and a lower median household income ($1231 per week versus $1438 per week nationally). “These factors may have influenced the high ranking of housing affordability and homelessness issues as priority social justice concerns in Fraser,” the report said. “There is also a social housing shortfall of some 1300 homes, and an estimated 3200 people in Fraser who are experiencing homelessness.” The report said the was a housing shortfall of
600 homes in Gorton, with an estimated 2800 people experiencing homelessness. Sunshine Salvation Army captain Colin Reynolds said the data come as no surprise to him. “The fact that 52.9 per cent of [Fraser] responders express concern over the rising unaffordability of housing comes as no surprise to me,” Mr Reynolds said. “As the officer at The Salvation Army Sunshine, we have noted a steady increase in the numbers of community members coming to Sunshine Salvos for assistance because the cost of living has stretched people beyond their means in our local community. “The gentrification of Sunshine, within the
greater City of Brimbank is really making life hard for many who just can’t afford to live here anymore.” Mental health rated second in both electorates ( 50 per cent in Fraser and 47.1 per cent in Gorton). Alcohol and drug misuse was the third most important issue to Fraser residents (48 per cent), followed by homelessness (37.3 per cent) and family violence (31.4 per cent). In Gorton, family violence was the third most important issue (46.2 per cent), followed by alcohol and drug misuse (38.5 per cent) and unemployment and underemployment (29.8 per cent).
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Police listening for safety ideas By Max Hatzoglou Brimbank police want to hear from you. Victoria police is rolling out a neighbourhood policing initiative across the state, encouraging officers to focus on the issues that matter most to their communities. As part of the initiative, police will compile a register of important local issues, task officers to specifically address the concerns and report back to residents on their progress. Police will work with councils, community groups and government agencies when issues
are more complex. Victoria Police has also launched a new “community sentiment” survey in every local government area. The survey will help gauge how safe people feel, ideas on how to improve safety and how comfortable people feel approaching police and protective services officers (PSOs). Brimbank Inspector Trevor King said building connections with the community is important. “Our Brimbank police community want to provide as safe and cohesive a community as
possible,” Inspector King said. “It has been identified that there is a need for a whole of community approach and engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, we need to get to the underlying cause of issues wherever possible. “To that end I am very excited about the newly launched neighbourhood policing which essentially aims to bring the community together with its police service to ensure that we, as Victoria Police, are meeting the needs of our local community.” Chief Commissioner Shane Patton said
while the pandemic took up a lot of the force’s focus over the past two years, it’s now time to “reset and reconnect with the community.” “Our new back-to-basics approach is about making sure we’re listening to the community and tackling the issues they care about,” Mr Patton said. “Delivering on this commitment not only means we can get on top of issues before they become more serious but make people feel safe to go about their everyday business.”
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Brimbank councillor Victoria Borg has released a book ‘Power over Darkness’ telling her story that she describes as a journey of self-discovery, trauma and healing. Born in a village in Gozo, Malta, Cr Borg migrated to Australia in 1972 where she found a better life. The book stems from a diary that she wrote as a young child which led to many realisations for her later on. “I started writing a diary which eventually became an intensive study of myself,” Cr Borg said. “I used it constructively from the very beginning and it was very tough, very painful because I always thought at the time that I had a normal childhood but what I discovered through my diary entries was that I had a highly traumatised inner child that I kept hiding from myself.” The importance of seeking support as well as providing support to others was one of the key messages Cr Borg wanted readers to take from the book. “First of all I would like to convey the message on how loathing affects us later on in life, including the building of our character and the environment that we are brought up in,” she said. “That is significantly an important message. “It is also very important that we understand ourselves and if I may quote Socrates, ‘the unexamined life is not worth living’, again that is very important especially if we have experienced past traumas in life. “That (past traumas) keeps interfering with us and the way we interact with relationships that you have with others including our immediate family. “In this book I also wanted to show how important it is for those who are suffering from mental illness to get the required professional help as well as the support from the people around them. “If they had the proper support, there is nothing that they can not achieve in life.” Max Hatzoglou
Students across Victoria, including those in Brimbank, will continue to be provided free rapid antigen tests for at least the first four weeks of term two. Sixteen million RATs will be distributed from this week for students, teachers and parents who wish to undertake the voluntary surveillance testing, the state government said. A Victorian government statement said the Department of Health estimated the voluntary testing had prevented 113,500 COVID-19 infections through term one, assuming there was a 50 per cent compliance rate in student screening. Education Minister James Merlino said surveillance testing had prevented thousands of students becoming unwell, which prevented the closure of schools. “We thank the many Victorian families who have opted into voluntary testing,” Mr Merlino said. “We’ll keep supporting Victorian families with the cost of living, with free rapid test kits available through schools and early childhood settings for the start of term two.” The government said testing recommendations would remain the same, encouraging primary and secondary school students and staff, early childhood education and care staff and children to test twice a week at home. They also urged students at special schools to test five days each week due to the “higher risk for medically vulnerable children”. Furthermore, an additional 60,000 air purifiers are on their way on top of the 51,000 already delivered, the government said. Elise Lange Cr Victoria Borg with her book ‘Power Over Darkness’.
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School holiday fun in Brimbank There’s heaps of school holiday fun for the kids in April. Visit Brimbank Libraries to join native reptiles and birds hands-on wildlife workshops, creative activities, science workshops, music and dance and mobile petting zoo visits. Those looking for outdoor fun can join the Grassland Games school holiday activity. Learn how to do the striped legless lizard slither, or try your luck at an eastern barred bandicoot dig. These are just a few of the fun activities planned by Council and Green Lab @ Iramoo. Join the fun at Isabella Williams Memorial Park, in Deer Park, on Wednesday 20 April. This is the home of one of Brimbank’s special grassland reserves. There will be two sessions at 10am and 1.30pm. Visit brimbank.vic.gov.au/events or brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au to learn more about these school holiday activities.
The number of cars stolen in Melbourne’s west rose five per cent between 2020 and 2021, new Crime Statistics Agency data reveals. The data shows that Maribyrnong was the west’s hotspot for car thefts, reporting more than 482 car thefts per 100,000 people, a 7.7 per cent increase from 2020. In comparison Brimbank reported 351.5 thefts per 100,000 people, making it the fifth worst local government area for car thefts in the state. Melbourne City was the state’s worst, reporting 539.8 thefts per 100,000 people. Brimbank Inspector Trevor King said the police force was working hard to reduce the number of car thefts in the city. “This is done by actively targeting car thieves with uniform, transit police and PSOs regularly patrolling known hot spots to detect and deter offending,” Inspector King said,
“Our local detectives are also working hard to investigate offences while monitoring recidivist offenders. “Car thieves are opportunistic and will generally look for an open window or car door. “Thieves have also had to adapt their methods with many now entering homes specifically to steal car keys. “These offenders want to get in and out of the property as quickly as possible to avoid being caught or confronted.” Inspector King said people could reduce the risk of their vehicle being stolen by locking their car at all times – even when parking at home in the driveway or garage- and by securing the keys . Other suggestions included parking in well-lit and secure areas if possible and not leaving valuable items, including tools, in your vehicle.
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: • Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre – Join our mailing list and stay up-to-date 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 This wall in Sunshine West is regularly covered in graffiti.
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The Brimbank Community Fund advisory committee is seeking three additional members with diverse skills and experiences. The Brimbank Community Fund has dispersed grants totalling $35,000 to tackle priority issues in the community since 2009. Its members have a shared passion for Brimbank. Email bcf@brimbank.vic.gov.au to request an Expression of Interest information pack.
Highly toxic items, such as household chemicals should never be put in your rubbish bin or poured down the drain. Residents can drop off household chemicals for no charge at Brimbank’s Detox Your Home event on Saturday 28 May, 9am-1pm, Brimbank Resource Recovery Centre, Stadium Drive, Keilor Park. Visit sustainability.vic.gov.au/ detoxyourhome and look for the Keilor Park event.
Enjoy Local Look out for one of our Enjoy Local events coming to your neighbourhood. There’s live music and fun for all the family to enjoy at events being held over April in Sunshine, Deer Park, Ardeer, Sunshine North, Delahey, Kealba and St Albans. There’s also events in May and June. Enjoy Local delivers small events and activities in your local community in a COVID safe environment. Visit brimbank.vic.gov. au/events to learn more.
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A wall at entrance to the industrial estate on Fairbairn Road in Sunshine West has been repeatedly graffiti, removed and reapplied for almost a decade, sparking concerns from locals about the cost. Despite it being a private property, Brimbank council infrastructure and city services director Neil Whiteside confirmed council had been paying for the graffiti removal as the pandemic had put a halt to Corrections Victoria paying for a large portion of it. “In the interim the wall has been cleaned periodically by council’s contractor at council’s cost, as this location has been identified as a high graffiti site given its proximity to Fairbairn Road and the bike path,” hesaid. Mr Whiteside did not say how many times the graffiti had been removed. “Clean-ups take place according to council’s monitoring program and if the graffiti is
unsightly or offensive,” he said. “This wall is cleaned when either council inspection determines the need, or if the graffiti has been reported.” Local worker, Tamara Ariens, estimated the graffiti had been painted over at least every five weeks for the past five years. She said council should leave the graffiti on the wall and spend the money on other projects. Mr Whiteside said it was difficult to say how much council had spent removing graffiti from the Fairbairn Road wall. “It is difficult to put a cost of removing graffiti at a particular location as the size and frequency varies,” he said. “Council currently spends in the order of $250,000 per year on graffiti removal across the municipality.” Max Hatzoglou
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VTAG calls for new noise metric By Max Hatzoglou The Victorian Transport Action Group (VTAG) is calling for Melbourne Airport to adopt new health-based metrics based on World Health Organization research for its proposed third runway. VTAG wants to ensure residents surrounding the runway and living under flight paths aren’t exposed to harmful noise levels. The independant forum of transport experts includes former Brimbank mayor John Hedditch.
The group would like to see the airport reassess the current metrics being used, Australian Noise Exposure Forecast (ANEF), to determine the impact of noise. In its submission VTAG said ANEF contradicts the recommendations of WHO. “Given recent research and recommendations from WHO, the ANEF contours … are inadequate to properly protect the health of the surrounding airport community,” VTAG said. Melbourne Airport said it supported the ANEF metric. “Melbourne Airport has applied
methodology for modelling and describing noise and its impacts, in line with Australian regulation and best practice,” a Melbourne Airport spokesperson said. “The Australian Noise Exposure Forecast is an index system primarily applied for land use planning around Australian airports and is a requirement of the Airports Act (1996) for the Melbourne Airport Master Plan. “As a planning tool, the ANEF enables authorities to separate incompatible developments (such as residential zones) from current and future areas of airport noise
impact. “Melbourne Airport supports the use of ANEF to protect best possible outcomes for the airport and its neighbouring communities.” The airport spokesperson conceded ANEF was “limited in its applicability”. “The ANEF is, however, limited in its applicability to assessment of changing aircraft noise, and so the Melbourne Airport’s Third Runway Major Development Plan (MDP) analysis supplements the ANEF with ‘Number Above’ (N-above) noise contours,” the spokesperson said.
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Top volunteering award for student A Victoria University student has been named the Victorian Premier’s Volunteer of the Year for her work supporting Indian and South Asian communities. Jaya Manchikanti, a Victoria University PhD candidate, is the founder of IndianCare, a St Albans based not-for-profit organisation that aims to address the welfare needs of the South Asian community in Victoria. As Volunteer of the Year, Ms Manchikanti received the Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Award and a $10,000 donation to charity, which will go to IndianCare. Alongside this, she was also presented with the Volunteering Leadership Award for her
work IndianCare has supported more than 5000 Victorians since it began in 2018, with its small team of staff and volunteers working to tackle issues such as family violence, alcohol harm and providing referrals. The team are a mix of first- and second-generation Indian migrants, which allows them to provide culturally sensitive responses for referrals to support services. Ms Manchikanti said the next big goal for her is to complete some volunteer work in India, a country which continues to need ongoing support due to the impacts of the pandemic.
“I came to Australia as a young girl, but I have always had a strong affinity with my birth country,” she said. She is currently undertaking a PhD, with her chosen topic “Examining Australian third-sector community development praxis in relation to progressing the Sustainable Development Goals”, particularly focusing on women, the disadvantaged and responses to the pandemic. Those who would like to get in touch with IndianCare should visit https://indiancare. org.au/ or call 1300 005 040.
Melbourne Airport has moved to reassure the community that the projected impacts of the proposed third runway are a “worst case scenario”. The airport’s chief of infrastructure, Simon Gandy, said the airport had taken a conservative approach to its modelling in an effort to be “as upfront as possible with the community about the potential impacts of the third runway”. “For example, our noise forecasts use the current mix of aircraft, plus known future aircraft orders, despite the understanding that even quieter, more environmentally friendly jets will become available as commercial aircraft technology develops over the next 20 years, because we don’t want to base our assumptions on something that hasn’t yet been delivered,” he said. “We’re not attempting to sugar-coat any of the impacts, and we’ve effectively tried to present a worst case scenario. “We’ve created an interactive online noise and flight path tool so that people can see the forecast impacts at their address, and we would encourage everyone to explore the information we’ve put out.” The airport says the third runway is highly likely to be built and is needed for Melbourne’s future growth. “Construction of the third runway and the growth it facilitates will support thousands more jobs both on the airport precinct and in the industries that rely on aviation, such as tourism, international education and time-critical agriculture and fisheries.” The airport is encouraging residents to view plans for the third runway and provide feedback. Details: https://caportal.com.au/ melair/virtual/feedback
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According to KABV, charitable and recycling shops have to foot the disposal bill which is estimated to be around $3.4 million annually. (Supplied)
Easter recycling plea You might think loading bags and boxes of clothes and toys and leaving them outside your local donation bin a harmless and charitable act, but Keep Australia Beautiful Vic (KABV), an environmental group combating littering and illegal dumping, would probably disagree. Of all donations left outside charitable shops or recycling bins, KABV said 90 per cent end up in landfill. Easter and other holiday periods are typically when the bulk of donations happen and KABV’s enforcement training manager Travis Finlayson said those primarily responsible for the waste are often well-meaning donors who unknowingly do the right thing. “They have just completed their Easter clean-out and head to their favourite charitable or recycle outlet only to discover it is closed for the long weekend,” he said. “Determined not to waste the trip, they place their donations neatly at the front entrance to the store.”
Without realising it, their donations are subsequently exposed to thieves, who turn a charitable display into a scattered and messy pile of litter, Mr Finlayson said. “This often means those quality items are no longer saleable and most likely end up in landfill,” he said. To reduce unnecessary waste, KABV has released a series of tips to educate the public and guarantee donations can go to those who need them. The group recommends donating items during working hours and only passing on pieces that are clean, stain free and in good condition. If a charity shop is closed, or recycling bins are brimming, hold on to your donations until the stores are open or the bins emptied. “Let’s aim at diverting as much as we can from landfill this Easter,” Mr Finlayson said.
The Brimbank Community Fund is a group looking to grow to provide a permanent and growing source of much-needed investment for the Brimbank community. Its advisory committee is seeking people with diverse skills and experiences and a shared passion for our community to join the team. The fund tackles priority issues and contributes to the vision of Brimbank as a proud, diverse and connected community. Members of the group will help raise funds, build networks and disperse grants for the community. Details: https://bit. ly/3r6Yb7H. Applications close April 15.
Enjoy local Brimbank in partnership with the Victorian government is putting on free activity centres for the community to ‘enjoy local’. Children’s entertainment and craft activities will be held on April 12, 1-3pm near 813 Ballarat Road, Deer Park; April 13, 10am-noon at the corner of Robinsons Road and Hatchlands Drive, Deer Park and 1-3pm at 350 Taylors Road, Delahey; and April 19, 10am-noon at 2 Stenson Road, Kealba. Details: www.brimbank. vic.gov.au/events.
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Last week, we launched an important campaign calling on the State and Federal governments to urgently upgrade six high priority roads in the City of Melton. Through the Fix Our Roads campaign, we’re seeking upgrades and additional interchanges, overpasses and lanes for the Western Highway and the Melton Highway; duplication of Christies Road, Hopkins Road, and the Robinsons Road, Westwood Drive, Calder Park Drive corridor; and to have the Calder Park interchange built. As you’ll be aware, serious road safety and congestion issues are rapidly getting worse in the City of Melton. These key roads are aged, rural-standard, congested, and unsafe. It’s is a huge risk and it’s only going to get worse as our population escalates toward half a million people in the next 30 years. We hope to work with the State and Federal governments to fund essential road upgrades to ensure everyone can get to and from work safer, and spend more time with family. You can help get funding for these important upgrades by signing the petition at fixourroads.com.au I’m pleased to tell you we also welcomed a funding announcement from the Federal Government recently, for a freight terminal in the west and the Outer Metropolitan Ring Road and Rail project. Together, the projects will help create 39,000 ongoing jobs in the west, unlock commercial investment, and ensure more efficient road and freight movements across the country. 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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We’ve launched a new roads campaign highlighting the urgent need to upgrade six key major roads in the City of Melton, and we need your help! Together with the community, Council is asking the State and Federal governments to: Upgrade Western Highway including additional interchanges, overpasses and lanes
Duplicate and upgrade Hopkins Road Duplicate the Robinsons Road, Westwood Drive, Calder Park Drive corridor
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Watts Ward with Cr Moira Deeming Happy Easter to residents celebrating the oldest festival of the Christian Church, the resurrection of the Son of God, who paid the price for our sins and rose again to reconcile us to God. Also, my congratulations to our Muslim and Hindu residents for commencing Ramadan and celebrating Hindu Nav Varsh. Congestion on our City’s roads is at frustrating levels, which not only poses safety issues, but adds strain on families struggling to spend quality time together.
Other key budget priorities include construction of the Western Intermodal Freight Terminal (WIFT), fully funding Melton Hospital, the Outer Metropolitan Ring (OMR) project, electrification of the Melton Rail Line, and higher education. We’ve had some early success with the Federal Government committing $740 million for the WIFT and $920 million for the OMR, which will create 39,000 ongoing jobs and unlock commercial investment.
Council has been lobbying State and Federal government for overdue investment for our major roads to boost our economy and create long-term jobs.
At the State level, whilst the government’s budget is yet to be released, the opposition leader visited Melton twice this year to announce that, if elected, they will fully fund and commence building the Melton Hospital within 12 months.
In support, Council launched the Fix Our Roads campaign to remind politicians Melton deserves and expects a fair share of funding for roads. You can find out more and sign the petition at fixourroads.com.au
Feel free to contact me about Watts Ward or Council issues on 0499 801 198 or email at: moira.deeming@melton.vic.gov.au or visit my Facebook page at: facebook.com/crmoiradeeming
Major works including additional lanes and upgraded interchanges are needed to support the movement of our booming population, reduce long commutes, cut transport costs, and give people more time with family. You can support the Fix Our Roads campaign by signing the petition at fixourroads.com.au
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Two upgraded sport pavilions complete The much-anticipated extension and refurbishment of the Brookside Community Pavilion and the Hillside Pavilion are now complete. The Brookside works have delivered a modernised pavilion that has increased capacity from 70 people to 120 people, and provided a large kitchen, female friendly change rooms, a new meeting room and transformation of the façade. At Hillside, the project has delivered a larger modern club social space, and a new bar area, umpire facilities and building entrance. We look forward to seeing clubs and community groups make the most of these outstanding spaces.
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Deputy Mayor Cr Lara Carli
Cr Steve Abboushi
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Crime briefs Speeding charges Two men have been charged after the Police Air Wing observed two vehicles allegedly racing at more than 230km/h in an 80km/h zone on Boundary Road in Truganina at 12.15am on March 13. A 21-year old Caroline Springs man and 22-year-old Craigieburn man were charged as part of an investigation into an illegal hoon driving event. The men’s vehicles, a black BMW M4 coupe valued at $80,000 and a black Mercedes Benz C63 sedan valued at $90,000, were seized on April 5. The Caroline Springs man had his driver’s licence suspended and has been charged with recklessly engaging in a speed trial, reckless conduct endangering serious injury, exceeding the speed limit, engaging in a race, driving in a dangerous manner, driving probationary prohibited vehicle and driving an unsafe vehicle. He was bailed to appear at Sunshine Magistrates Court on November 11.
By Max Hatzoglou Movelle Primary School assistant principal Melissa Searle will undertake the mammoth Bravehearts 777 Marathon to raise awareness and funds to help protect kids against child sexual abuse. Ms Searle will take on the challenge, running seven marathons in seven days across seven states, which she has previously achieved. On Friday, April 8, Movelle Primary school celebrated Ms Searle’s efforts by conducting a colour run with pupils and parents. Only a handful of participants complete the Bravehearts 777 Marathon to its entirety each year. Ms Searle has been training for the event that begins on June 27, running 100 kilometres a week. “My main portfolio is student wellbeing and engagement so I do a lot in the space of respect for relationships, family violence, making sure the kids are safe and providing that relationship with all kids that I know to make sure that they can come to me with anything,” she said. “And then Bravehearts came up and I thought ‘there’s seven marathons in seven days in seven states and I can raise so much awareness for such an important cause. “Give students that courage, if they are having any sexual abuse or are in any violent situation, that they can come and they know that there’s a safe place and Bravehearts provide that. “I suppose I am an assistant for Bravehearts to spread that message through the community, through my school, through the departments and just make sure that Bravehearts is brought to the forefront and what better way to do it than to do something that I love which is running so it is a win-win.” Through Ms Searle’s work, Movelle Primary School will introduce the Bravehearts’
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Factory blaze Fire Rescue Victoria cut through a roller dollar to get to a suspicious factory fire on Annastasia Way in Sunshine North on April 5. Fire services were called to the blaze about 3.58am. The fire was contained to the roof of the factory, with fire fighters removing the plaster to get to the blaze. The fire was declared under control at 4.56am. Melissa Searle with pupils Angelina and Sophie at Movelle Primary School colour run event. (Supplied)
education programs, Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure Show and ProjectYou, which are vital in continuing to safeguard the futures of Australian children.
She hopes that other schools across the country can adopt these programs to create healthy futures for all children. Details: https://bravehearts.org.au/777
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Landfill neighbours frustrated By Max Hatzoglou Kealba residents have been left frustrated by what they say is a lack of action by the Environment Protection Authority over odours emitting from the Kealba landfill. The EPA inspected the landfill, which is operated by the Barro Group, on Wednesday, April 6, following complaints about increased odours from the site. The EPA said the smell was the result of increased remedial work at the site where underground spot fires have been burning
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- Anna Jezierksi for more than two years. No further information was provided and the EPA has not mentioned taking any further action against the Barro Group, adding to the frustrations of the community who say they “have been left in the dark” to
deal with these smells. Action Against Barro Landfill group member Anna Jezierksi said communication from EPA has been “non-existent” while the smells continue to impact the community. “The smell has been absolutely horrendous the last two weeks to the point where I’ve just got a burning sore throat just constantly,” she said. “It’s just unbearable. “You can’t have windows open, you can’t have doors open, I can’t let my pets outside, I can’t let my kids outside.
“Frustrating again, you know, I got a token phone call from the EPA apologising, you know, putting it down to weather and wind direction and the promise of a meeting to let the residents know what’s happening, yet nothing’s been organised there yet. “So it’s just beyond frustrating. “There’s no discussion in regards to any penalties that have been given to Barro. “We’re absolutely in the dark, I have no idea what’s going on there and I have no idea what they’re doing.” The EPA was contacted for comment.
A beautiful friendship takes flight at cricket club Chris Konstantinidis has had many great experiences at Sunshine Heights Cricket Club but none like the two magpies that regularly visit him on the cricket pitches. Chris joined the club 45 years ago as an under-12 cricketer and has since won an A-Turf premiership, become a club life member and been a volunteer curator for more than 30 years. Ever since becoming a curator Chris has developed an incredible bond with two magpies, who visit Chris when he is preparing the cricket pitch for cooling and even eating at times. When Chris pulls out the hose from the shed, the magpies will fly down , knowing that Chris will water the pitch and a puddle will form. The magpies will then follow Chris to the centre of the ground. “They’re very smart birds,” Chris said. After watering the pitches Chris would hold the hose up creating a shower effect for the magpies to stand under during the hot summer.
They would also visit him for food. “Every time I take the covers off the pitch they’ll come in there and start digging around beneath it,” he said. “They know there’s worms or other insects there so as soon as I take the cover off they come behind me.” One of the magpies has a broken wing and gets the closest to Chris. Chris, a Collingwood supporter, calls it Daics, named after the legendary Daicos Collingwood footballers. “The next step is I want to feed the birds,” Chris said. “I haven’t tried it but I am confident that I can do it.” Max Hatzoglou Chris Konstantinidis and Daics. (Supplied)
Print and Online Sales Executive Star Weekly Star Weekly seeks an enthusiastic sales executive to work across our print, digital, social and online platforms. Star Weekly is an independently owned company which prides itself on its long history of community experience but also its investment in the future. The successful applicant will need to possess good people skills to enable them to meet with local businesses to sell solutions through our advertising platforms to help promote their business. Sales skills/experience: • Ability to maintain existing professional relationships and to create new ones • Ability to meet defined sales and activity targets • Excellent listening skills • Accuracy and attention to detail • Effective time management to meet deadlines • Ability to operate in a team • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility • Effective oral and written communication Applicants will need their own reliable vehicle for which we will provide an allowance. The position is salaried, plus we offer an open ended commission scheme. Send your application letter and resume to: Mandy Clark Group Advertising Sales Manager mandy.clark@starnewsgroup.com.au
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AkzoNobel constructs noise wall By Max Hatzoglou Brimbank council has approved AkzoNobel’s plans to construct an acoustic wall along the Barwon Avenue perimeter of the plant to reduce noise from the paint manufacturing factory. Residents living near the 66-year-old Sunshine North paint factory have been complaining about excessive noise and odour since late 2019. AkzoNobel announced the approval of the acoustic wall in its latest community update distributed on April 1, with engineering plans
now being finalised. As reported by Star Weekly, AkzoNobel indicated it would be able to reduce the noise problem before the odour. Construction works for the acoustic wall are now being put out to tender, with an eight to 10 week construction schedule expected. The wall is expected to be completed by July or August this year. During construction of the acoustic wall minimal disruption is expected, although AkzoNobel did warn that there could be day-time noise during this period.
In the 30th community update, AkzoNobel said the odour management plan, completed by independent design and construction consultant Golder, was submitted to the EPA and remains under review. AkzoNobel said it was working with relevant stakeholders to reduce the odour from the factory. “AkzoNobel is working with its air quality consultants and engineers to identify viable mitigation measures for higher-emission sources within the paint plant,” AkzoNobel told residents in its community update. “Another [Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer]
RTO is the likely solution, but the high volume of air requiring treatment is a technical challenge. “The engineers are looking at a solution called a concentrator, which concentrates the VOCs that need to be treated. “Temporary solutions are being implemented in the interim, including keeping vessels closed as much as possible and installing condensers on some of the higher-emitting outlets to reduce their emissions.” AkzoNobel is set to provide further updates in the coming weeks.
Anzac footy tradition Braybrook Football Club will host its annual Anzac Day clash in the Western Regional Football League division three competition, 10 years after the club instigated the special game. Players and officials will attend the dawn service at the Sunshine RSL before players take to the field in the afternoon. In between the reserves and senior men’s games, a service will be conducted including the sounding of the Last Post and a minute’s silence with the cadets. Attendees including RSL representatives, local and state government representatives and community members will be able to lay wreaths. Braybrook’s new club president Anthony Dunlop said the idea to hold the special Anzac match was an initiative suggested by then president, Paul May, in 2012. “The president at the time, Paul May, brought up the idea with the league and they
were happy for us to do that, find another club that was happy to play us and we did and it has been an ongoing thing ever since,” Mr Dunlop explained. “Since then other divisions have come on board and I think division one and two play on those days as well.” This year Braybrook will play host to the Wyndham Suns Football Club beginning at 2.15pm at Pennell Reserve. Mr Dunlop, who has been at the club since 1998 and played over 280 games, said a strong crowd was expected. “We’re lucky enough this year that in our division three of the league, we’re the only game to be on Anzac Day for that division so generally you get a decent crowd come down and watch from other teams,” he said. Max Hatzoglou Braybrook Football Club hosting the Anzac Day match.
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Giving thanks for a ‘special place’ Families from across the west talk to Olivia Condous about how the Royal Children’s Hospital has impacted their lives for good ahead of the Good Friday Appeal on Friday, April 15. Emilia, 23 months One morning in February, Stephanie Milton noticed her daughter Emilia’s leg was shaking. After being discharged from Sunshine Hospital, Stephanie knew something was still wrong and took Emilia to the Royal Children’s Hospital. “I never for a moment thought that she had cancer, I was quite distraught but they were very lovely and assured me that everything was going to be OK.” Emilia was diagnosed with neuroblastoma on her left adrenal gland and had to start treatment immediately. Stephanie said the oncology team at the hospital went above and beyond to get Emilia’s surgery fast-tracked despite COVID-19 restrictions, even presenting her case at a statewide oncology conference in order to advocate for the lifting of surgery limits. After a successful surgery, Emilia has been able to return home, where hospital physiotherapists and occupational therapists visit her.
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Charlotte, 10 months Stephanie said all of the Royal Children’s Hospital staff had been “absolutely amazing”. “We are so thankful, they’ve been so comforting, they’ve made this journey that’s incredibly hard, just a little bit easier.”
Recently, Emilia has been able to start walking again. She’ll celebrate her first birthday on May 5. “She loves to dance,” Stephanie said. “Hopefully she’ll be dancing again soon.”
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Nate, 8 Christie Welsh remembers the moment she realised there was something wrong with her premature-born son, Nate. “I remember going into the hospital one morning and he wasn’t in his crib, he was usually in there but that day he was off in another room and surrounded by doctors,” Christie recalled. The doctors told Christie they had to quickly transfer her son to the Royal Children’s Hospital because he was “drowning in his own blood”. Nate was born five-and-a-half weeks premature with three holes in his heart. Christie said when she finally sat down at the hospital, the doctors and specialists that surrounded her somehow managed to make the room feel calm. “It’s like they kind of wrapped around us as soon as we got there,” she said. Shortly after, hospital staff introduced Christie to other parents who also had a baby in a similar condition to help her feel less alone. “We were immediately able to have that connection with another parent who really understood and that made a massive difference, suddenly it didn’t seem as scary, “The hospital staff truly understood and connected with us as a family and that made all the difference.” After a successful series of treatments over the years at the hospital, Nate’s doctor said his heart was completely healed. Nate loves to go to karate and has loved making lots of friends at his school. 14 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 12 April, 2022
In May, 2021, when Marlyn Torres rushed her feverish five-year-old son Ali to the Royal Children’s Hospital, she knew something wasn’t right. “I remember as soon as I went into the nurses area, I just started to cry,” Marlyn said. “The nurse took one look at me and said ‘Look, mum, whatever it is, we’re gonna work it out,’ and from that moment they took me in and were so supportive.” About nine hours later, an oncologist gave Marlyn and her partner the news. “She just said to us, in the sweetest, calmest voice, ‘We have found leukemia cells in your son’s blood’.” Ali was diagnosed with type B acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a form of blood cancer that is high-risk in young children. Ali has since spent more than half of the past year at the Royal Children’s Hospital undergoing treatment. Marlyn said the level of care the hospital provided her son and for her blew her mind. “The hospital became a second home, we got to know all the nurses and they know my son really well,” she said. “They are absolutely amazing, every person that we have had contact with from the beginning to now, it’s all been incredible support.”
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Ali has responded well to treatment and is now back at school in Caroline Springs, attending three times a week. He had his first family outing at the zoo last month.
Lewen, 1 Alecia Aquilina had no idea what a congenital diaphragmatic hernia was until her son Lewen couldn’t breathe when he was born. Lewen’s intestines had been pushed up into his chest due to a defect in his diaphragm, which meant his heart wasn’t able to function properly. He was rushed from Bacchus Marsh Hospital to the Royal Children’s Hospital to have vital surgery. As Alecia had complications from giving birth, she wasn’t able to go with her son, but once she was able to join him she remembered how the hospital staff did everything they could to help her. “They’re so accommodating, they made sure I had a room at the hospital as I couldn’t walk due to an injury, so I could be close to him,” she said. “You don’t realise until you have to use them, just how amazing they are.” Lewen was able to quickly recover and return home to his family after only three weeks. “We were expecting to be there for months, he definitely kicked all of his goals in recovery,” Alecia said. “We can’t thank the
Katie Harrington knew that she’d be spending a lot of time at the Royal Children’s Hospital before her daughter Charlotte was born. Charlotte had a complete unilateral cleft lip and palate, causing her to have an abnormal gap in her mouth. Due to her condition, Charlotte needed extra support for the first few months of her life and visited the hospital most weeks. “She’s very, very familiar with everybody there and she loves it there, it’s a wonderful place,” Katie said. In January, Charlotte gained her “forever smile” with her first surgery. The Royal Children’s Hospital will support her throughout a lengthy treatment plan for the next 20 years. “We’re forever grateful to the Royal Children’s Hospital and everyone involved in Charlotte’s care, we know through their continued care she’ll have every opportunity to live life to the fullest,” Katie said. “She’s already a typical 10-month-old baby girl, she’s bright and bubbly, she’s fascinated with the world around her.”
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Royal Children’s Hospital enough for that, because without them we wouldn’t be here.” Lewen celebrated his first birthday on April 7.
Robyn Leeds has the Royal Children’s Hospital to thank for having the opportunity to bring four of her own children into the world. In August, 1970, she was admitted at seven years old with undiagnosed type 1 diabetes and was in and out of the hospital for the next 10 years. “I remember at night I’d sit up and do jigsaw puzzles with the staff,” Robyn said. Throughout her time as a patient, she became good friends with one of the diabetes specialist doctors at the hospital, who later became her son’s godfather. Robyn recalled how she always felt safe during her time at the hospital as a young child. “It’s just a special place for a child, it was a safe place, I never had any concerns when I was going in there,” she said. “They are a special breed of nurses, they do an amazing job of looking after other people’s children, the doctors are amazing too.
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A furry serious decision Don’t do it. Don’t even think of doing it. Just, don’t do it. This Easter, if you want a fuzzy cute rabbit to keep the kids occupied then go and buy a toy, because if you’re buying a rabbit on an Easter whim then you are extremely ill prepared for the responsibilities that come with owning one. While most people associate Easter with holidays and chocolate eggs, those luxuries couldn’t be further from the minds of those running animal shelters. Instead of partaking in the Easter celebrations, shelters around Victoria are preparing to be inundated with abandoned ‘Easter’ bunnies that are dumped on the curb after their cuteness-factor dissolves and the owners realise the responsibilities associated with owning a living creature. Pet stores throughout Victoria traditionally report a significant increase in the selling of domestic rabbits during the Easter period, and in the weeks and months following many of these rabbits will find themselves at the Rabbit Run-away Orphanage in Olinda, where they will be looked after. Because, even today there are still faint glimmers of civilisation in this place we call humanity, and it’s those faint glimmers who dedicate their time to cleaning up other people’s messes. It’s not easy though, and often they are fighting a losing battle, which is why they require our help to remind that friend - we all know the one - who’s decided to buy an Easter bunny to keep their kids happy. “If you’re going to consider a rabbit as a pet, consider it as a pet and not as an Easter present or a way to placate the kids,“ Rabbit Runaway Orphanage owner Judi Inglis said. “Learn about the animal before purchasing it and find out if that animal is going to suit
Bunnies can appeal as cute pets, especially at Easter.
your lifestyle and is the best pet for your family. “Rabbits are a prey animal and are not good with children under eight, they’re not as interactive as a dog. “Everyone thinks they are cute and cuddly animals, but they aren’t an animal that likes to be picked-up and cuddled … if they have their feet off the ground they associate it with a predator having them.” In recent years rabbits have become a
common domestic pet among younger families, who choose them as an ‘easy option.’ While there is nothing easy about caring for a rabbit, buying one has never been easier and by law owners are under no obligation to desex or microchip their pet rabbit. “There is no control over the sale and breeding of them so we do need the government to step up and put some laws in place to control the domestic pets,” Ms Inglis said.
Stay safe this Easter RACV is urging Victorians to take care on the roads with simple steps to help ensure you enjoy your trip and make it home safely this Easer long weekend. There are significant increases in traffic over Easter, as families drive far and wide to be with their loved ones. Driver fatigue from traveling long distances and potentially hazardous autumn weather conditions makes this holiday an especially dangerous time on the roads. An RACV spokesperson said there are basic steps every driver can take to reduce their chance of being involved in a crash. “When we get behind the wheel of a vehicle, we have a responsibility to ourselves and all other road users. Choosing to speed, driving when tired, or quickly checking that text message can have devastating consequences,” the spokesperson said. Tips for driving safe this Easter: • Obey the speed limit - pay attention to signs when driving on unfamiliar roads and reduce your speed if weather conditions become hazardous • Don’t drink and drive - leave the car at home or make alternative arrangements to get home • Keep mobile phones out of reach - there is no text or call that is so important as to put your and other people’s lives at risk • Take plenty of rest breaks - fatigue is a major factor in one in five fatal Victorian crashes. A fifteen minute power nap can save your life.
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Egg-cellent craft ideas at Easter When it comes to Easter, egg decorating is somewhat of a tradition. And if you haven’t given it a go, here’s a how-to on dyeing, painting and marbling hard boiled eggs. The first step may be simple but place the eggs in a pot of water and bring to the boil on the stove. Then let them simmer for ten minutes and cool. Now it gets to the creative part. Let’s start with dyeing eggs. Fill some cups halfway with hot water, a teaspoon of vinegar and a teaspoon of food colouring - repeat with all the colours you want to use.
Carefully place the egg in the coloured water and leave for five minutes - when it’s done, you’ll have one completely coloured egg. If you want to go one step further, use string, tape or elastic bands to create patterns. Should marbling your eggs take your fancy, here’s two ways to try. Using shaving cream or whipped cream (if you’d like to eat your eggs). • Place the eggs in a bowl of vinegar and leave for 20 minutes. • Using a large dish, fill with a layer of shaving cream and add some drops of food dye - even
divide the dish into two to four sections and do multiple colours. • Using a skewer, swirl and marble the colours together, then roll the egg gently over the surface of the shaving cream and once covered, place on some paper towel for 20 minutes. • Wash off excess shaving cream using a bowl of water. Using oil • In a glass bowl, add one cup of hot water, a teaspoon of white vinegar and five to ten drops of food colouring (be sure to use a light
colour for the base of the egg). • In another bowl, one cup of water with about 20 drops of food colouring and a tablespoon of vegetable oil. • When the egg is completely dry, place it into the bowl of oil mixture with a spoon and gently roll. • Take it out when marbled and dry on paper towel. Other options include using watercolour paint or acrylic paint to make patterns and designs of all sorts. Don’t forget to wear old clothes or an apron and maybe gloves too, it can get messy.
Keep the faith with delicious fish on Good Friday The nation’s peak body for dietitians is calling on Australians to dish-up some fish on Good Friday to reduce their risk of dementia, stroke and heart disease. The Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) wants Australians to use the traditionally “fish only” religious holiday as a reminder to eat fish more regularly to improve their long-term health. According to Lauren McGuckin, spokesperson for the DAA, fish is highly nutritious and deserves to be on our plates at least twice a week. “Good Friday is a great excuse to talk about the benefits of eating fish regularly and to discuss the best ways to add it into your weekly meals. “There is good research telling us that eating fish once a week reduces our risk of getting dementia and eating it twice a week reduces our risk of stroke, macular degeneration and heart disease,” said Ms McGuckin, an accredited practising dietitian. She urges Australians not to limit fish to the evening meal as it can be included at lunch and even breakfast. “I often have people asking how they can get enough protein in the morning and smoked salmon or ocean trout is a great addition to an omelette, or on top of toast or savoury pancakes. “Canned fish on wholegrain crackers, fish sushi bites or fresh Vietnamese rice paper roles with fish are nutritious lunch options. “Tinned varieties of tuna or salmon are a great desk drawer or pantry staple,” said Ms McGuckin. But this comes with a warning against turning your healthy fish dish into a
• Juice of 2 limes • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 Lebanese cucumber, halved, seeds scraped out • 1 clove garlic • 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped • ¼ bunch coriander, leaves picked • 3 spring onions, finely sliced • 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved • 1 avocado • 4 wholemeal tortillas
high-fat takeaway meal by choosing the ‘fish ‘n’ chips’ option. “Deep frying a piece of fish increases its fat content dramatically because a lot of oil is absorbed by the batter or crumb while it is being cooked,” said Ms McGuckin. The advice comes as a recent survey, commissioned by DAA, found that more than one in 10 people are having takeaway three or more times per week. “Takeaway fish and chips is a family favourite but save it for the beach holiday.
“Healthier ways to prepare fish include grilling, steaming, baking or frying in a small amount of oil, and then served with a salad or veggies,” said Ms McGuckin. But if the traditional smoked cod on Good Friday doesn’t appeal try these tasty fish tacos.
Fish tacos (Serves 4) Ingredients: • 2 x 150g white fish fillets such as snapper or barramundi
Method: 1/ In a shallow bowl or plate combine fish with juice of 1 lime, cumin, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes. 2/ Grate cucumber and finely grate garlic onto a chopping board. Slice the chilli and chop into the salsa. Chop the coriander leaves and stir in. Slice spring onions and chop roughly into the salsa on the board. Mix in ½ tablespoon olive oil, juice of half a lime and a pinch of salt. Stir in cherry tomatoes. 3/ Preheat a non-stick frying pan over high heat. Add fish and cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until just cooked. Meanwhile, halve the avocado and remove the seed. Scrape out flesh into a small food processor. Add remaining ½ tablespoon olive oil and juice of half a lime. Add a pinch of salt and blend to combine. Alternatively, mash avocado with a fork. 4/ Remove fish from pan, flake with a fork or tongs. Warm tortillas if desired. Spread with guacamole, top with flaked fish and salsa. Serve immediately. Tuesday, 12 April, 2022 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY 17
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Ruff-use Easter treats RSPCA Victoria is warning dog owners to keep chocolate well out of the reach of their four-legged friends this Easter, as the sweet treat is toxic to dogs. While many of us will be tucking into our chocolate of choice over the coming weeks, vets are warning that chocolate contains cocoa, and cocoa contains the compound theobromine, which is toxic to dogs and other pets at certain doses. RSPCA Victoria chief veterinarian Dr Rupert Baker said chocolate poisoning is a problem that occurs mainly in dogs, but also occurs occasionally in cats or other animals. “It is important not to give your pets any chocolate and to ensure they cannot accidentally access any of your chocolate supplies, especially over Easter!” Dr Baker said that theobromine is the part of chocolate that is toxic to dogs. The concentration of theobromine varies depending on the type of chocolate. For example, cocoa powder, baking chocolate and dark chocolate contain higher levels of theobromine compared to milk chocolate. “The overall effect of chocolate ingestion on the dog depends on the size of the dog, the amount of chocolate eaten and the type of chocolate eaten.” Symptoms of chocolate ingestion may include restlessness, excitement, hyperactivity, nervousness, trembling, vomiting, diarrhoea, increased drinking and increased urination, increased heart rate, muscle tremors, seizures and possibly death. “If your dog or pet has ingested chocolate (even a small amount) you should contact your local veterinarian as soon as possible for advice,” said Dr Baker. Vets can usually treat chocolate poisoning by inducing vomiting and with supportive therapy, but it is important to seek veterinary attention quickly.
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Keep your dog well away from the chocolate bunnies this Easter.
Luckily, dog owner Sonia Baker heeded this advice after her dog Rocket ate some chocolate: “Mum and I love dark chocolate. We left three unopened packets of 78 per cent dark chocolate on our dining table. Rocket snuck into the room and pulled them off the table without us noticing. She opened the packets and ate two and a half blocks of the dark chocolate before we realised what had happened,” Sonia said. “I knew that chocolate is toxic to dogs and so we had to act quickly. We rushed her to the RSPCA Victoria vet clinic in Burwood – the vets immediately induced Rocket to start
vomiting before she could digest the chocolate properly. The vets said we were really lucky to have caught it so quickly, as any longer could have caused Rocket some significant health problems. They said the first hour and a half was critical to act,” Sonia said. “We are now so cautious with chocolate, always making sure to store it on the highest shelves of our pantry so Rocket can’t get her paws on it. It was a scary reminder of how careful we need to be around our dogs. There’s a lot of chocolate around Easter time so we know we need to be super vigilant this month.”
Don’t play with fire this Easter. Wherever you are, make sure the smoke alarms are working. With the Easter break nearly here, the CFA and MFB have sent out a message urging the public to stay safe. With many going away over Easter, Victoria’s fire services are advising the public to change the smoke alarm batteries in their caravans, campers and holiday houses. A spokesperson said it’s vital that all dwellings, including holidays homes and caravans had working smoke alarms. “Use the holiday time to change your smoke alarm batteries, test they are working and discuss a home escape plan. It’s important all household members can be involved and aware of what they need to do should a house fire break out wherever you are. “It’s also not too late to change the smoke alarm batteries in your main residence if you haven’t already done so. “ Fire safety recommendations: • Monthly: test smoke alarms by pressing the test button with a broom handle. • Annually: gently dust around the outside cover of your smoke alarm. • Annually: replace your 9-volt battery at the end of daylight saving. • Every 10 years: replace your smoke alarms. For more information on smoke alarm usage visit www.mfb.vic.gov .au or www.cfa.vic.gov.au
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Rotary club Williamstown Craft Market Commonwealth Reserve comes alive on the third Sunday of the month for the Williamstown Craft Market. The market boasts more than 50 stalls showcasing everything from handmade craft, homegrown produce and food vendors. There will also be live music. From 10am-4pm. ■ https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/ Community/Whats-On/Williamstown-CraftMarket
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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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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
Friendship Group Altona Day View (Voice Interest and Education of Women) Club meets at 11am on the third Wednesday of the month at Altona RSL. The club is always open to new members, and anyone interested is encouraged to get in touch today and see what it’s all about. ■ Janet 9394 6522 or 0412 010 176
Singing group Do you enjoy singing and want to meet fellow singers in your area? Join the Melton South Community Singers at the Melton South Community Centre. Rehearsals are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. ■ Sue, 0400 082 413
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PUZZLES SUDOKU
No. 076
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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Plunger (6) Sanctions (8) Rolling in the Deep singer (5) Social exclusion (9) Monetary units (5) Relating to the body (9) Perverse (8) Plant, 'Rose of Sharon' (6) Upmarket (6) Donated to; bestowed upon (4,4) Variety of nut (9) One of the Ionian islands (5) Capacity (9) Observing (5) Japanese game company (8) Thin outer coating (6)
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Tableland (7) Wipe (5) Supervised (7) Constitution (6) Winning streak (2,1,4) Photographic presentation (9) Country in Horn of Africa (7) Transpire (5) Pulls apart (5,4) Skipper (7) Holiday destination (7) Sun-dried brick (5) Defecate (7) Not as old (7) Must (6) Lift up (5)
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What is the first name of Dr Watson, partner of fictional detective Sherlock Holmes?
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What film contains the line 'Gentlemen, you can’t fight in here! This is the War Room!'?
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Doc Holliday is commonly associated with which infamous figure of the American ‘Wild West’?
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What does the Fremantle Doctor refer to?
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How many actors have played The Doctor in the long-running BBC show Doctor Who?
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What is the abbreviation PhD short for?
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An endocrinologist is an expert in which medical field?
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Former US basketball champion Shaquille O’Neal (pictured) has a PhD in which field?
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Compass Trailhawk is a rare bird By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring Having not ridden the Rubicon Trail, I could be wrong, but I would be loath to tackle the rock-strewn passage in the Sierra Nevada, rated a ten in difficulty, in the Jeep Compass Trailhawk, which the maker says has tamed the track and earned its Trail Rated tag. This small-to-medium sport utility vehicle, the flagship of the Compass range, which was tweaked last year, is a solitary ‘bird’, being one of the few diesel-powered compact SUVs around. One of four Compass models (three petrol powered) that come to market starting at $39,950, plus on-road costs, the diesel Trailhawk sells for $52,650. Premium paint adds $645, while a Premium Package, including twin-pane panoramic sunroof, ventilated and heated front seats, heated steering wheel and Alpine nine-speaker Premium Audio adds a further $3950 to the price, putting the vehicle close to prestige car territory. In keeping with its Trail Rated status, the robust Compass Trailhawk comes with off-road kit including underbody skid plates, 180 Amp alternator, two front red tow hooks, reversible material / rubber cargo area mat, low-range gearing, hill hold and terrain mode selector.
Styling Subject heavily to the designer’s pen, the Jeep Compass has been refreshed across the range. In keeping with its Trail Rated off-road performance the Trailhawk has taken on a unique grille treatment, coloured foglamp bezels, prominent skid plate and stand-alone 17-inch alloy wheels. Functionality comes to the fore with bumpers, foglamps, and camera radar housed in a higher position for greater protection off road. This is further enhanced by full LED daytime running lights, high and low beam, plus fog lamps, having doubled in brightness over the old Xenon headlamps. The rear has followed suit by being given a more modern, bolder look via its sleek taillights.
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systems. The Compass sets the new standard in this field with a more functional use of space and convenience. A higher central tunnel offers almost five litres of storage under the armrest and an additional 2.4-litre compartment, next to the new gear lever, with space to take a mini-tablet. Convenience extends to the rear, with a new automatic tailgate operated by means of a kicking motion under the bumper providing access to the cargo area. Rubber mats front and centre, plus a rubber / material a double-sided mat in the luggage area stand owners in good stead for carting all the kit needed when making the best of the great outdoors.
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the instrument screen announced the key fob battery was low. Totally out of order on such a new vehicle. The Trailhawk was slow to respond to the gas pedal and once or twice on an incline, even with foot flat to the boards, the transmission was reluctant to change up and move on smoothly. Jeep rates the fuel consumption at 6.9 litres per 100 kilometres on the combined urban / highway cycle. On test it was more like 8.3 litres per 100km on a combination of city and country driving. As for lane keeping assist, Active Lane Manager in Jeep speak, was heavy handed and rived the steering wheel, causing the Compass to come to heel at the slightest shift from lane centre. Opt out, and the system can be disengaged. Flat firm seats would be far from welcoming on an extended run. But parking manoeuvres are kept well in the picture with the car’s 360-degree camera views. Extra ground clearance and increased approach and departure angles go some way to validating the small SUV’s Jeep Trail Rating.
2.4 Night Eagle (auto) $39,950 2.4 Limited (a) $45,350 2.4 S-Limited (a) $48,350 Jeep Compass (Diesel) 2.0 Trailhawk (a) $52,650
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with a nine-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. Jeep claims combined fuel consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of 181 g/km.
Infotainment The Compass debuts the latest generation Jeep Uconnect with its 10.1-inch-highdefinition touchscreen with TomTom navigation incorporated. Upgrades include voice recognition, woken by the phrase ‘Hey Jeep’, to control settings and program the air-conditioning and change radio via voice commands. Wireless smartphone charging is available across the Compass range via a pad in front of the gearshift.
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Keyless entry was debatable, failing to respond to the key fob button on several occasions. The mystery was solved when a message on
New advanced driver systems, such as traffic sign recognition, intelligent speed assist, combining the above with adaptive cruise control, drowsy driver alert and automatic braking with pedestrian and cyclist recognition. Carried over are forward collision warning, lane sense departure warning, electronic stability control with electronic roll mitigation. Front, side and curtain airbags stay standard across the Compass range.
Summary The Compass Trailhawk would pass for a good-looking boulevard cruising SUV, or on unsealed dirt or in snow, but I retain some doubts, due to its lack of muscle, as to its handling of serious off-road obstacles such as boulders or logs.
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Big leap from high school to the Keilor Thunder A special bond between new Keilor Thunder imports Jacob Lampkin and Tyler Kidd will be on show in the National Basketball League 1 South competition. Lampkin and Kidd have both joined the Thunder this season as the club makes the move to the NBL1 South competition. For the two, it’s a chance to continue a friendship that started when they were 14 while growing up in Washington. While they grew up idolising different NBA teams, Lampkin being a Heat fan and Kidd supporting OKC Thunder, basketball was a common theme in their lives from the get go. What may seem like an odd pair, due to the sheer size difference between them, they have an incredible story about basketball and friendship. They first met at Summer League. Kidd remembers Lampkin as “he was so tall and so skinny” while Lampkin remembers Kidd’s impressive skill set. It was the following fall at O’Dea High
School throughout ‘O-week’ that they were reintroduced once again. “We had a heap of classes together, religion, math, Spanish” Lampkin explained. Kidd added, “bro we had language arts too yeah?” With almost a perfect matching class schedule and basketball training commitments, the friendship really began. It wasn’t long before they were spending every weekend together, playing Call of Duty, and NBA 2K, with Lampkin saying they were like most teenage boys and loved playing video games. Kidd was quick to emphasise he was the better player. As they got a little older and the city bus was no longer cool, road trips and cruising around in Lampkin’s 2003 Black Chevy Suburban became a regular outing. When they look back on their times at school they remember junior prom, game nights, playing the same position in one season of
footballer together and of course, girls. One thing they do remember is the dreams they had about playing professionally together one day. Now that dream has come true. They have an incredible connection on and off the court, they know how each other play, they talk rubbish, they laugh about everything, play games and they even argue like a married couple according to new teammate Kian Dennis. “We met through the game, now we get to live abroad in Australia and play the game professionally together,” Kidd said. Meanwhile Lampkin humbly stated “It’s awesome having someone to share everything with, all the experiences, every time something reminds us of home, we can laugh together”. The two are set to make their debut for the Thunder in the opening round of the NBL1 South season on April 23 against the Bendigo Braves. Lessey Hodgkinson and Tara Murray
Jacob Lampkin and Tyler Kidd when they were younger. (Supplied)
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Keilor Park in action in round one. (Supplied)
Devils aim to improve By Tara Murray Keilor Park is hoping to use the lessons of their opening round loss to be better in the Essendon District Football League division 2. The Devils, who have gone out and recruited well, are expected to be among the big improvers this season. But in round one, the Devils were given an early reality check with a two point loss to Hadfield. Devils coach Paul Guicas said it showed them what was needed. “The competition is going to be close and if you’re not on your game you will be made to pay,” he said. “You can’t afford to have a quarter off. You can talk about scoring shots, but Hadfield was clearly the better side. “We have to be better and make sure we’re on the ball right from the start. It’s a good lesson we can learn from. We’d rather have a loss like this early in the season.” While the Devils have added several players and turned over most of their list in the last three years, Guicas said it was an easy way to 24 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 12 April, 2022
use a new line up as an excuse. He said practice match form had shown they could put it all together. “We’ve had a decent pre-season and practice matches,” he said. “It will take some time.” While Robbie Castello and former AFL listed player Damian Cavka were the big name recruits early on, the Devils have added a number of other key players. Cameron Harris has crossed from Avondale Heights, Jordan Filakis and Angus Dunkley-Price from Rupertswood. Harris was the Devils best in round one. “We’ve had a lot of different players come in,” Guicas said. “A lot of them are still relatively young and we know that they can play together. We’re confident we got it right.” Guicas said they won’t shy away from their aim of making finals. He said they had looked to address what they thought they were missing last year. “This year the players we have recruited are experienced and that was what we lacked last year.
“Now it’s about putting pre-season form and putting it on the track for points.” The Devils had the weekend off, due to playing on Good Friday. The Devils will face Coburg Districts, in what is becoming an annual match. Guicas said they were looking forward to the big game and were hoping to make it 2-0 on Good Friday. One player who won’t be out there on Friday is Damian Cavka. Cavka was suspended for one game for striking. “One week down from two weeks,” Guicas said about Cavka’s suspension. “Disappointing from that point of view, but he’ll take it on the chin and come back better from it.” The division 2 clash is one of three Good Friday clashes. Keilor and Strathmore will play each other in their annual premier division clash, while Hillside will host the Sunbury Kangaroos for the first time on Good Friday, with its normal Good Friday opponent, Taylors Lakes dropping a division.
Keilor made history late last month when it claimed the Bowls Victoria midweek pennant division 2 overall title. After winning the division 2, section 2 title, Keilor then faced other section winners in a knockout finals series. Keilor faced Yarra Glen in the division 2 grand final in what turned out to be a classic grand final. Each team won one rink each, while they split the third. Keilor came away with the title, 54 shots to 53 shots. Keilor chairman Joe Watkins said wins like this don’t happen every day. “We’ve the best team out of 80 clubs,” he said. “It’s really good news. “We were on top of the ladder at the end of the home and away season. “We had to play in the sectional finals and win two games, before the 10 sectional winners of the knockout competition.” Watkins said it was the first time the club had won an overall division title since the men and women’s competitions were combined. He said they had previously won a women’s overall division title before that. “It’s not something that we have achieved before,” he said. “It’s a 14 game season and then to win enough games to make finals and win is a big achievement.” It’s been a strong season for Keilor, which had 10 sides across midweek and weekend pennant. The division 2 Saturday pennant side finished runners up to Craigieburn,’ “We had six sides make finals out of 10. To win a premiership and have a runners up as well, is really good.” Tara Murray
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Brookers counting on depth of talent paying off Braybrook is hoping a more balanced side will hold it in good stead in the Western Region Football League division 3. The Brookers, who were due to kick off their season on Saturday, have looked to add to their squad with an aim of matching it with the top sides. Coach Vinnie Turcinovich said everyone was just excited to be back out there after the pandemic. “It’s exciting for the players, it’s exciting for the coaches and for everyone involved,” he said. “Talking to other coaches it has been a little hard, but our retention of players has been OK. “Getting them to train in the early stages was hard. You are only as good as your pre-season and we have been really good after Christmas.” Turcinovich said they had been trying to prepare the group as if they were playing in division 2 so they understand what to expect
against higher ranked sides. He said their squad this season was a lot deeper than they had last year, when they finished fourth. “The goal is to go deep in finals,” he said. “Overall it has been pretty good so far, but only time will tell. “We’re a lot better side, a better balanced side. We’ve brought in some bigger blokes and some guys with some good skills.” Turcinovich said recruit Adam Forth would play a major role for the side this season. He said Forth will address a need in the backline. “We had a couple of the bigger boys who let loose against us,” he said. “We had no one to play against them. “It will release other guys higher up the ground, who are good runners.” Jackson Connor and Jack Vorano are two new players that Turcinovich is excited to see play.
The Brookers were set to start their season on Saturday against the Suns after deadline. Turcinovich said they needed to get off to a good start to set their season up. The Brookers have this weekend off due to Easter, before playing their annual Anzac Day match. This year the club faces Laverton. In other round one matches, North Sunshine was set Suns and Tarneit was to play Albanvale. In division 1, Hoppers Crossing was to host Point Cook, St Albans was to face Spotswood, Werribee Districts and Altona were set to play and Yarraville Seddon was to host Caroline Springs. In division 2, Albion was hoping to make it two from two against Parkside, Glen Orden was to host North Footscray, Newport was to face West Footscray, and Wyndhamvale was to play Point Cook Centrals. Braybrook coach Vinnie Turcinovich
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al-Araibi happy at Saints By Max Hatzoglou St Albans defender Hakeem al-Araibi, who is also widely known for being held in a Thai prison for more than two months, says he has been happy playing at the club this season in the National Premier League competition. The Baranian was held in prison awaiting an extradition hearing that was eventually withdrawn by Thai prosecutors who submitted a court request. Despite playing as a defender al-Araibi managed to score in a game earlier in the season against the competition’s only undefeated team South Melbourne. al-Araibi said he has been pleased with the club’s start to the season after seven rounds. “We started the season excellently with a draw with Port Melbourne and two wins against Avondale and Dandenong City, and we encountered some obstacles in some matches,” al-Araibi said. “We were supposed to win and take three points, but this football, sometimes it goes in a
direction we do not want. The Saints recorded an outstanding result in round three defeating last year’s ladder leaders Avondale, who only lost one game last season. That 1-0 win over Avondale who currently sit in second after seven rounds has given the team great confidence. “Our goals are to be among the top three, and I expect the club will be among the top three,” he said. “Nothing is impossible, we played with the strongest teams in Victoria and beat them, except for South Melbourne, we lost that because of a lack of focus in that match I think.” The 28-year-old said maintaining focus was something they were working to improve on. “On the negative side, sometimes we lose our focus in the matches and then lose, as happened in the Melbourne Knights and South Melbourne match,” he said. “We as a team must be very focused in every match and I trust the team when every player is in his focus.” al-Araibi has been fasting since the beginning
of Ramadan on April 1 while playing although he says it has been manageable. “For me, I do not feel that Ramadan has affected my level of playing, and usually exercises and most matches are at night, so I can drink water or all before training or matches,” al-Araibi said. al-Araibi says he has enjoyed playing at St Albans. “I am very happy with the St Albans and I have had good days with the players and I am happy with the fans who always support us,” he said. “I hope to make a wonderful imprint in the club and achieve greatly with them.” The club broke a three-game losing streak in round seven defeating Heidelberg United 2-0 away from home to go up to eighth spot on the ladder. After finishing bottom placed in 14th last season, recording just two wins from 18 matches, the Saints have already picked up three wins and equaled their total points tally from last season (10), seven games into the season.
Consistency remains the key moving forward for Essendon in the Victorian Football League Women’s competition. The Bombers remain undefeated but at times haven’t played the way they would have liked to. Coach Brendan Major said at times there is some inconsistency in the way that they play. He said that was the case in their most recent match against North Melbourne, which the Bombers won 13.10 (88)2.2 (14). “It was a really interesting game,” he said. “It was a good win, but we didn’t play the way we wanted to play. “They pressured us well. We kicked seven goals from the goal square, which shows how hard we had to work for our goals. “It’s pleasing to win while we’re still learning.” Major said the biggest issue was not having consistency with ball movement. He said at times they probably didn’t have the concentration they needed to have. “We would move well for 100 metres and then the other 100 metres we would go away from that. “We don’t know why, but we need a bit more consistency. Credit to North Melbourne.” Major said Eloise Ashley-Cooper was clearly their best player, showing really clean skills with the ball in hand. Federica Frew kicked four goals to take her tally up to 21 for the season. She sits atop the league goal kicking table, eight clear of teammate Cecilia McIntosh. “She only needs to have a chance,” Major said of Frew. “She doesn’t need a lot of the ball.” The Bombers this week face Carlton on Saturday. Major said his side would continue to try and take the game on and play the way they had been for large parts of the season. The Bombers then have a bye for Easter. The Bombers’ VFL side lost a thriller to Casey Demons on Saturday. The match was close all day with the Bombers closing to within three points in the last quarter, but falling short, 13.13 (91)-13.10 (88). Alec Waterman kicked three goals in the loss. Tara Murray
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Falcons get a championship lesson City West Falcons were taught a lesson on Wednesday night in the Victorian Netball League championship division. While the results shows 55-53 loss, Falcons coach Marg Lind said it was a pretty disappointing result. Lind said it was an important one in the context of their season. “It was pretty disappointing,” she said. “It was a bit of scrappy game, but they were the better team. “Kaylia Stanton was hard to control. We made some mistakes in crucial areas at crucial times.” Lind said they didn’t start the game well and were down by four goals in the first quarter. That margin stayed steady until the final quarter when the Falcons reduced the gap. She said they had their chances, but just didn’t convert. The Falcons chances weren’t helped with Melissa Oloamanu missing the game. She was held out due to the national championships which are coming up.
Star shooter Jane Cook played the first few minutes of the game before heading to the bench, still feeling the effects of COVID-19. Achel Yout came up from the under-19s to provide back up defence. “She payed five or six minutes against Stanton who is really experienced,” Lind said. “She did okay and will benefit from the experience, but she’s probably a couple of years off champ. “Lind said defensively they were out of play too often and weren’t able to attack the ball how they would have liked. “Sarah tried a few different things, but there was a bit of disconnect. Too many times someone out the front was out of the ball and we had the inability to turn the ball over. Lind said Uneeq Palavi was good back in goal shooter, while Montana Holmes and Soli Ropati worked hard in the middle. She said Ropati looked more comfortable in the wing attack position than earlier in the season.
The Falcons now sit 1-3 having lost their first two games of the season. Lind said one of the things the players would learn out of the game was understanding the importance of results in the bigger scheme. “It’s going to be a journey and it will take some time and effort,” she said. “The club is rebuilding its leadership and culture. We had an important game and it’s about getting the players experienced enough to understand that.” Lind said they would consider adding an experienced mid courter to strengthen their squad. Having gone in with a smaller squad than usual they were struggling for options at time. “Speaking to other clubs, there isn’t the same number of adult players looking to play netball, the talent pool isn’t there,” she said. “Sides like Geelong have pretty stable sides. Teams that have not lost players and have got experience are ahead of the others.” Tara Murray
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Sports shorts NAB League The Western Jets claimed their first ever premiership with victory in the NAB League Girls grand final on Friday night. The Jets came from behind to get the win in the dying minutes, beating the Dandenong Stingrays, 7.5 (47)-5.11 (41). Caitlin Sargent kicked two goals in the win, while skipper Charlotte Baskaran was outstanding with 26 possessions.
Keilor Park aims high
FV state league Caroline Springs George Cross continued its winning start to the season in FV state league 1 north-west. Facing neighbouring Sydenham Park, scores were locked at 1-1 at half time. A Jason Hart goal in the 77th minute would put the Georgies in front for the first time and it was enough to seal the 2-1 win. In other matches, Keilor Park had a 2-1 win against Corio. In state league 2 north-west, Westgate lost to Lalor United 3-2 and Altona East Phoenix beat Albion Rovers 2-0.
WRFL Edward Caglioti during Keilor Park’s Australia Cup match.
By Tara Murray Keilor Park has gone with a mix of youth and National Premier League experience in this year’s FV state league 1 north-west season. The side has started the season with a disappointing 1-2 record, not getting the results with the majority of the playing squad new. Last season Keilor Park was sitting seventh last season when the season ended. Coach Paul Falzon said the club had continued with its balanced strategy of bringing on youth development players combined with seasoned ex-NPL players. “The 2022 senior team has experienced an influx of new players from NPL 21 and senior teams, with close to over 75 per cent of new players from the 2021 season,” he said. “Players such as Noah T-Chinnama, Bagiou Yousif, Connor Bencich and Callum Freeman, all joining us with previous NPL experience. “Our youth policy has seen that seven players in our 2022 squad have joined us from under-21 NPL squads. “This year’s squad is exciting to watch, it is a 26 BRIMBANK & NORTHWEST STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 12 April, 2022
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very fast, high press attacking play looking to score at every opportunity.” Falzon said they had made a concerted effort to inject new players and boost the coaching department. As part of the long term plan of the club, they’ve set up a development program with their reserves side. “[We’re] effectively creating an under-21 youth team to ensure we have a sustainable crop of players coming through to the senior side.” With the new side, the club has set their ambitions high. A win against Sydenham Park, another contention, showed they are on the right track. Falzon said they were looking at promotion this year. “We feel that we have a side that will be at the top end of the table “The expectation is also to have a deep list of players that will be ready to step into senior football and that Keilor Park Soccer Club is a destination club for both junior and senior male and female players” Overall, Falzon said things continue to
progress and the club is growing. They have more than 430 players at the club this season. “We have multiple teams in every age group from under-7s to under-20, which we are proud of after two tough COVID years. “Our female program continues to be a success with a 100 per cent increase in female participation with Football Federation Victoria formally acknowledging the club’s effort through Female February. “We take pride in developing inclusive programs for the local community and this year we are proud to be running the Go Soccer Mums program with over 30 mothers of our players training and enjoying the game of soccer. “Just another example of the great things that happen out of our club.” The Eagles were set to face Corio on Saturday, after deadline. In other state league 1 north-west matches, Sydenham Park was set to face Caroline Springs George Cross on Saturday. On Sunday, Brimbank Stallions were due to face Whittlesea United.
Deer Park opened its account in the Western Region Football League division 1 competition against Sunshine. The Lions were in control right from the start, extending the lead every quarter on the way to a 21.22 (148)-7.9 (51) win. Kwame McHarg kicked six goals in his first game back at the club. Thomas Mundy was the Kangaroos best. Caroline Springs made it two from two, beating Yarraville Seddon Eagles. Twelve scoring shots to two in the first quarter set the tone, with the Lakers winning 26.22 (178)-4.7 (31). Ryan Allan kicked 11 goals.
EDFL Taylors Lakes is on the board in the Essendon District Football League division 2. The Lakes controlled most of the game on the way to a 12.19 (91)-6.10 (46) win. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Brimbank & North West Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly
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