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2022 AFL Grand Final supporter posters inside A festival of friendship Members of the Werribee Church of Christ believe seniors are often a forgotten part of the community. It’s why for this year’s month-long Victorian Seniors Festival, the church has organised a fun day focused on building a sense of community amongst the municipality’s older residents. “[We want to] reach out, connect with these people, particularly because loneliness is a real issue,“ Pastor Garry Cowley said. “This is a real need in our community.” The list of the activities includes a trivia quiz, games, socialising and music. Mr Cowley said the church often held celebrations as part of the seniors festival before COVID-19 restrictions brought them to a halt. “[Now we’re] back to a degree of normality, people are looking for community,“ he said. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 4, and is open to all those interested in attending. Details: bronhickman@optusnet.com.au or 97416051 The Werribee Church of Christ’s Garry Cowley, Bronwen Hickman and Mark Rogers.

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Council clips grass laws Wyndham residents could soon be required to keep grass on their nature strips below 20 centimeters or face a $200 fine, if changes to the Community Amenity Local Laws are adopted. There is presently no local law which requires residents to ensure grass on nature strips is maintained, however penalties for damaging, interfering with or placing items on a nature strip without permission exist under current arrangements. Councillor Josh Gilligan said the proposed law is about delivering a “better, more livable city”.

“People have an appreciation for wanting to know the neighbourhood that they live in, looks great [and] feels great,” he said. “It’s about the visual difference in terms of the way we live. It’s a real basic fundamental about individual responsibility, doing the right thing and presenting your neighborhood in a better way. “It’s not the responsibility of government to be involved in everyone’s lives, all the time. We have to take responsibility.” According to council’s The Loop website staff resources needed to police compliance “can be accommodated within existing council resources”. If there is a high level of non-compliance

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and additional resources are required council may need to allocate “up to two Local Laws Officers at an estimated cost of $172,000 per year. This cost could be partially offset by infringement revenue of approximately $40,000 (assuming that 5% of complaints result in infringements issued)”. However, council officers expect compliance to be “straightforward” and “unlikely to impose a significant burden”. “For those that are elderly, or disabled, or unable to mow their lawns, council is providing access to services as part of our local law proposal,” Cr Gilligan said. Cr Gilligan said the issue is “quite big” with Wyndham council receiving 4083 complaints

in 2021-22 about overgrown grass on nature strips, increasing from 931 in 2015-16. “People are sick and tired of seeing unmaintained nature strips, when they’ve done the right thing and maintained theirs,” he said. Other proposed local law changes cover abandoned shopping trolleys, short stay accommodation properties register with council, pruning or removing trees with a diameter greater than 35 centimetres and food trucks operating on private property. Feedback is open until Sunday, September 25. Details: https://theloop.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ local-law-review

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Call to stop ‘ludicrous’ parking A Wyndham resident is calling on motorists to stop “ludicrous” and “monumentally dangerous” driving behaviour. Werribee resident Christine Hennigan said she often sees people on Watton Street performing illegal turns. “They’re going over two unrboken lines from the left hand side, to park illegally on the right hand side of the road,” she said. “When you do a reverse out of such a car park, you not supposed to be looking for someone behind you and somebody coming from across the road.” Ms Hennigan said the situation was “quite horrific” and she had witnessed many near-misses. “I remember coming out of Coles and somebody has done one of those turns and

somebody [else] has just stopped short of hitting them because they’re reversing the right way,” she said. “They shouldn’t have to go through that stress, because [people] are doing the wrong thing, and no one is enforcing it.” Ms Hennigan said many drivers seem to be under the impression the turns are legal, as they see other people partake in the behaviour. A Department of Transport spokesperson confirmed double solid mid-lines should not be crossed, unless there is the need to avoid an obstacle or to leave sufficient passing distance when passing a bicycle rider, and only if it is safe to do so. “Road safety is everyone’s responsibility – that means following the road rules at all times,” the spokesperson said.

“You can play your part by brushing up on your road safety knowledge through the Road Rules Education Online tool available on the VicRoads website.” Some residents on Facebook have suggested Wyndham council installs a road divider along Watton Street to help deter motorists. A spokesperson for Wyndham council said all traffic moving violations were a matter for Victoria Police. “Wyndham City has no plans to install traffic separation devices in Watton Street,” the spokesperson said. Details: https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/ safety-and-road-rules/road-rules-educationonline Double lines seperate Watton Street.

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Prostate cancer specialist nurse Cindy Ogluszko will be walking to fundraise for prostate cancer.

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Walk the walk for cancer research As a prostate cancer specialist nurse, Cindy Ogluszko sees more than most the effects the illness has on people. This year will be the Werribee residents third time participating in The Long Run, an initiative by the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia that encourages individuals to walk or run 72 kilometres over the month of July to raise funds for research. “I see over 100 men a year with either a new diagnosis or for ongoing support following their treatment for prostate cancer at Western

Health,” Ms Ogluszko said. “I see the affects this diagnosis and treatment have on men and their families. “By supporting men through the long run I am giving my support not only within the confines of the hospital but for the long haul, it’s only a small gesture to let men know they are not alone in their journey.” Ms Ogluszko said her experiences as a nurse have taught her how “resilient men with prostate cancer are”. “I am proud to be a prostate cancer specialist

nurse who has the privilege of supporting these men and their families,” she said. “Start a conversation with your family members, know your risks and have that discussion with your GP about having a PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) test from age 50, or from 40 if you do have a family history of prostate cancer. “Together we can help make prostate cancer history.” Details: https://www.thelongrun.org.au/ fundraisers/cindyogluszko

Wyndham council is encouraging young people to share their opinions, ideas, challenges and the issues that they care about through the Youth Survey 2022. The opt-in survey is open for people aged 12-25 who live, study, play, work or socialise in Wyndham, and provides council with important data about the current needs of Wyndham’s young people. The results of the survey will be compiled into a report and will include information about mental health and wellbeing, bullying, work and study, neighbourhood and community, and social media use. The report will also be used to inform Wyndham City’s Youth Services programs, activities, and facilities over the coming year. The 2021 survey results indicated that a quarter of all respondents had experienced bullying in the previous year (24 per cent). The survey also highlighted the importance of mental wellbeing, after stress and mental health were listed as the primary concerns among respondents, who also had indicated their average mental health to be neutral, with a score of 3.0 out of 5.0. Survey participants can also choose to go in the draw to win one of three pairs of Beats By Dre Studio Buds. For more information, contact the Youth Projects and Participation team. Details: youthprojects@wyndham.vic. gov.au.

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Crime shows a ‘steady decline’ By Tima Halloum The number of criminal incidents recorded in Wyndham decreased by 4.5 per cent in 2022 compared to the same period the previous year according to data released by the Crime Statistics Agency. Crime fell from 12,741 incidents in 2021, to 12,173 incidents for the year ending June 2022. Wyndham local area commander acting inspector Matt Trask said it was “incredibly positive to see a steady decline in the Wyndham area over the last few years” however he warned the trend could change as Victoria continues to relax COVID restrictions.

“Over the past year, police have been maintaining a strong presence in the community, which is reflected in overall decline,” he said. “We know that COVID lockdowns have had an impact on criminal offending and we can expect to see an increase as we continue to emerge from the pandemic environment.” While ‘street/lane/footpath’ and ‘shopping complex’ were among the top locations crime occurred, both areas saw decreases of 26 per cent and 10 per cent respectively in the number of reported incidents. There were 1780 incidents in the ‘street/ lane/footpath’ category for 2022, compared to

2417 in the previous year, and 464 incidents at shopping complexes this year, following 518 last year. “Police…regularly patrol community locations such as retail areas, public transport and local streets which has contributed to a decline in theft offences at these locations,” acting inspector Trask said. Werribee was the top suburb where crimes were reported, accounting for 3339 of the total incidents. Hoppers Crossing, Tarneit, Point Cook and Truganina recorded 1980, 1886, 1602 and 1024 incidents respectively. The top offence subgroups ‘steal from a

motor vehicle’, ‘other theft’, ‘criminal damage’, and common assault increased by 12 per cent, 0.2 per cent, 1.6 per cent and 3.5 per cent. “Police will continue to target thieves through regular patrols of known crime hotspots and the monitoring of recidivist offenders, but the whole community can play a part in preventing this type of crime,”acting inspector Trask said. “We are encouraging everyone to do their part in making sure our community remains safe, that means reporting anything suspicious and making it difficult for criminals by ensuring your valuable items are secure, and locking doors and windows of your cars and home.”

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Councillor Marcel Mahfoud at the Wyndham Cultural Centre.

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Fringe Festival comes to Wyndham As part of the 2022 Melbourne Fringe Festival, a new exhibition titled Forward Motion will soon launch at the Wyndham Cultural Centre. Forward Motion was created collaboratively between Wyndham and Hobsons Bay artists who are lead by curators from Science Gallery Melbourne and arts mentor Annette Wagner of Wunder Gym. Wyndham’s creative city portfolio holder councillor Marcel Mahfoud said participants ranged from many areas across the west. “The Wunder Gym program is designed

to encourage, and support individuals own creative practice and develop access to support creative networks and audiences,” he said. “Wyndham City is proud to be partnering with Hobsons Bay to support artists from our municipalities. “The Melbourne Fringe Festival turns 40 this year and has uncovered generations of artists that have created radical and remarkable fringe artwork, giving a voice to those often unheard.” The 2022 Melbourne Fringe Festival will reflect on history and how Melbourne

has changed over four decades, while simultaneously looking forward, to imagine and a more diverse and vibrant arts sector. The artworks will be on exhibit at the Wyndham Cultural Centre from Thursday, September 22, to Saturday, October 15, from 9am to 6pm every day. Selected artworks will be installed at large public art installations located at Laneway Gallery and Altona Civic Centre. Details: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/wunder-gym-x-science-gallerymelbourne-forward-motion

Police are investigating a possible abduction in Tarneit five years ago after witnesses have recently come forward. Police are still trying to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident but it is believed a woman was grabbed by a man in Ecoville Park on the morning, of the Saturday of The Queen’s Birthday weekend, in 2017. Police were told the woman was restrained by her wrists before it is believed she was put in the back of a grey Ford Ranger utility. The incident was witnessed by children, who have only recently provided information to police, leading detectives to treat the incident as an alleged abduction. Inquiries haven’t identified any correlating reports of missing people, an alleged victim, or report to police of such an incident. Police are also seeking assistance from a woman with blonde hair with a pram, who may have been walking in the area at the time. The victim was perceived to be of African appearance and police have released a facial composite of the woman, as well as an image of a vehicle similar to the one described. Detectives are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Details: 1800 333 000 or www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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Police arrest teens Police arrested three Wyndham teenagers after they were allegedly seen driving a stolen vehicle in Werribee on September 16. Police say the teens were observed driving the stolen vehicle on Heaths Road at about 9am. Police intercepted the car and arrested four people, before a 16-year-old boy fled from the vehicle into a nearby shopping centre. Police cordoned the area and located the youth hiding inside a change room inside a store. A 17-year-old Tarneit boy, 16-year-old Tarneit boy, 17-year-old Hoppers Crossing girl, 16-year-old Altona girl and a 16-year-old Pakenham girl are assisting police with their inquiries.

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New Aussies welcomed Wyndham council welcomed 1080 new citizens at an Australian Citizenship Day over the weekend. Three ceremonies with 180 new Australians in attendance at each session were held on September 17, and another three ceremonies attended by 180 new citizens were held on September 18. The new citizens came from 63 different countries. Wyndham mayor Peter Maynard said that by the time his mayoral year concludes in November, he will have conferred citizenship on 4180 residents. “Citizenship ceremonies are a joyous event that signifies a milestone in people’s lives,” Cr Maynard said.

“Australian citizenship is a shared identity – a common bond which unites all Australians while respecting our diversity. We have much to be thankful for as Australians and much to share. “In Wyndham we welcome new residents and celebrate our diversity. In 2021 nearly half of our residents were born overseas (48 per cent), more than the Western Melbourne average and the Greater Melbourne average.” Australian Citizenship Day, held nation wide on September 17, aims to celebrate Australia’s democratic values and take pride in citizenship. A minute’s silence was observed at the ceremonies to commemorate the passing of The Queen.

House fire Emergency services responded to multiple calls about a house fire on Barrot Avenue, Hoppers Crossing, at about 7.46pm on September 14. Fire trucks arrived on scene within seven minutes to find a single storey house on fire, with flames rising from the roof. Fire Rescue Victoria and Country Fire Authority firefighters in breathing apparatus contained the fire to the rear rooms and ceiling space of the house, before declaring the fire under control at 8.17pm. The house was unoccupied at the time of the fire. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Wyndham Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Community grants open Wyndham not-for-profit groups are invited to apply for a financial grant of $1500 to support their local community project. The Community Funds grant is provided across residential developments in Victoria by the Dennis Family Corporation, and has distributed more than $950,000 in grants during this time. “The Manor Lakes Community Fund has assisted a broad cross-section of Wyndham communities to help make many programs and projects possible,” Dennis Family Group director, Grant Dennis said. “We are proud to continue to support local communities by providing financial assistance in areas where we operate our business. “Our Community Fund presentation nights have become an annual highlight for us and the many not-for-profit groups that we assist. “This year we look forward to adding even more community groups from around the Manor Lakes estate area, to our long list of deserving Community Fund recipients.” Submissions opened on September 7 and close at 5pm on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. An independent judging panel will assess applications and successful recipients will be notified in October. To apply for a grant, applicants must be a not-for-profit group operating within the postcodes 3024, 3029 and 3030. An application form can be obtained online. Details: manorlakes.com.au/manorlakes-community-fund-2022

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Wyndham students will soon find it easier to catch the bus to school following the launch of a new service connecting them directly to Werribee Secondary College. Public Transport minister Ben Carroll said the additional service will provide students living in the Riverwalk Estate with a reliable public transport option. “This significant investment will improve local bus services in growth areas like Werribee, and ensure people get where they need to go, when they need to go,” Mr Carroll said. “Having dependable and consistent public transport options is vital in connecting students and other locals to their broader community – that is why we are providing a new alternative to these students for the first time.” The service will run in line with school bell times during the morning and afternoon peaks and is expected to commence at the start of Term 2 2023. Two new pairs of bus stops will be built in the Riverwalk Estate, on Alfred Road and Coldstream Avenue, and one existing stop will be upgraded for safety outside Werribee Secondary College. “This new service is a significant win for the Werribee Secondary College community – giving students a convenient way to get to and from school,” Werribee MP Tim Pallas said. “New bus stops in the Riverwalk Estate and an upgrade at the school bus stop are terrific improvements that will be well used.” The state government said the new service builds on public transport options introduced last year. Including the introduction of Routes 152 Tarneit – Williams Landing and 182 Werribee – Tarneit via Tarneit West, which provides public transport coverage and connects passengers to trains at Tarneit, Williams Landing and Werribee Stations, as well as Werribee Town Centre.

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Drawing leads to royal meeting By Laura Michell Wednesday, March 5, 1986, is an incredibly special day for Caroline Springs’ Maryann Zerafa. The then 20-year-old made her way to Melbourne Airport with her older brother to await The Queen’s arrival in Melbourne. She was armed with a life-size drawing of the monarch that had taken about one month to complete. She recalls a security guard helped her and her brother to hold up the poster – which Ms Zerafa estimates was six foot – as The Queen disembarked her plane and made her way towards to the waiting crowd with then

Premier John Cain. “[The Queen] said, ‘did you do that?’,” Ms Zerafa recalled. “I said, ‘I did’, and she said it was very well done. “I was over the moon. “I remember thinking my mum is going to be so proud.” Ms Zerafa’s brief encounter with The Queen earned her a spot in newspapers in the days that followed, with footage of her conversation with Her Majesty replayed on television news. “The next couple of weeks … I went to my local Milk bar in Albion, Perth Avenue, and to my surprise there was a Royal Tour magazine with an A4 size photo of me holding my

drawing with The Queen and Mr Cain right beside her,” she recalled. “You could not imagine how I felt!” Ms Zerafa still has the drawing as well as clippings of the news articles and recordings of the TV news bulletins she appeared on. She said that when she heard The Queen had died on Thursday, September 8, she was in disbelief. She said her first thought was for her 86-year-old mum, Antoinette, who inspired her love for the Royal Family. “I thought, ‘my poor mum is going to be devastated’,” she said. “I was devastated … you just think she is always going to be there.”

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Paddington in demand When news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death broke, an illustrated picture of her walking hand-in-hand with a recognisable, marmalade sandwich-loving bear began circulating on social media. Alongside the image were the words, ‘I’ve done my duties Paddington, please take me to my husband’. Since then, sales of the beloved, red-booted, bucket hat-adorned plush toy have skyrocketed at Keilor Park’s Aussie Toys Online*. “Paddingtons with little boots are what have been walking out the door,” manager Sarah Thomas said. “They are always popular at Aussie Toys Online, but we’ve seen an uptick and are selling 10 times more than we’d see in a month.”

Ms Thomas said while the company ships Bluey costumes overseas, it was the first time Paddington bears were making their way as far as North Carolina in the United States. “To me, it’s something that we have here in Australia that is still very English. [The Queen] has always been there, and so has Paddington,” Ms Thomas said. *Aussie Toys Online is affiliated with Star Weekly.

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Dental wait times could worsen The average waiting time for general dental care in the municipality could further increase if the state government does not offer dentists a salary increase, an expert has warned. Currently, the average waiting time to receive dental care in Werribee is about 44 months, almost double the the state average of 26 months. Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch chief executive associate professor Matt Hopcraft said there was a 22 per cent decrease in dentist numbers across the Western Metro Region over the last four years. “Recruitment and retention are a problem, and that’s definitely linked to pay, that’s one of

the things that our members tell us,” he said. “That’s making it harder for people to access services and contributing to the longer times.” In May, formal bargaining commenced between the state government and the Professionals Australia union to advocate for adequate pay. “The Victorian Hospitals Industrial Association and the Australian Dental Association Victoria Branch continue to negotiate in good faith for a new enterprise agreement for public sector and specialist dentists,” a Victorian Government spokesperson said. Mr Hopcraft said a salary increase would

help ensure the sector would be strong and viable, so people could receive necessary care. “Victorian dentists are paid on average 20-30 per cent less than their colleagues interstate and that’s impacting on recruitment and retention,” he said. “If the government doesn’t come to the table with a good deal for dentists, we’ll see more people leaving the sector and that can only mean that waiting lists will grow longer.” Mr Hopcraft said poor oral health can have a “huge impact on people’s overall health and wellbeing”. “If they’re delayed their tooth decay can get worse, they can have pain, but then that

can lead to difficulties eating, difficulties sleeping…there’s links between gum disease and heart disease or diabetes,” he said. “Waiting for two years or three years for care, means all of those problems get worse and people’s overall health suffers and gets worse. “We don’t accept it for any other area of health…If you had to wait months or years to see a doctor or to go to the hospital to have an operation, it’s crazy that it’s acceptable for dental health.”

Blood testing allows better medical care at zoo In what Werribee Open Range Zoo describes as a healthcare breakthrough, the two largest species are now allowing keepers and veterinarians to take a blood sample, all without the need for an anesthetic procedure. The zoo’s six southern white rhinoceros and five giraffe, who live on the 45-hectare savannah, are willing participants. The achievement follows months of dedicated training sessions to shape new behaviours to help facilitate the medical procedure, and build enduring and trusting bonds between the animals, keepers and veterinary experts. Werribee Open Range Zoo savannah keeper Lance Weldhagen said it was a very exciting time for all involved and important as giraffes are Near Threatened in the wild and Southern white rhinoceros are classified as Vulnerable. “At Werribee Open Range Zoo, we’re

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focused on finding new and innovative ways to continue providing the highest level of care for the animals that live here,” Mr Weldhagen

said. “A lot of time and effort was needed to get this point, and the rewards are absolutely worth it. With these blood samples, we’ll now be able to proactively identify any potential underlying sicknesses or illnesses in these precious animals, which helps us to get on top of those very early and provide treatment when required.” On a keeper’s prompt, the giraffes and rhinos voluntarily approach keepers within a behind-the-scenes training facility that is purpose-built to ensure both the animals’ and keepers’ safety. Mr Weldhagen said the first step to obtaining a blood sample is to encourage the rhinos and giraffes to touch their nose to a target stick, which helps them settle into position. “Once the animal is standing still, we

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Police dismantle street gangs By Tara Murray Police continue to focus on dismantling street gangs, including in Melbourne’s north-west, as part of an ongoing operation. Operation Alliance involves teams of officers, detectives and specialist units patrolling streets, monitoring intelligence and proactively engaging with offenders to disrupt and dismantle youth gangs. The most recent operation occurred between September 10 and 13. Werribee, Point Cook, Melton and Mill Park were among the areas where there was a large police presence.

In total 66 people were arrested, including 23 people aged between 14 and 25. Police laid charges of aggravated burglary, robbery, car theft, assault and criminal damage following the arrests. As part of the operation, search warrants executed in Wyndham resulted in five arrests. Police recovered an allegedly stolen vehicle linked to four separate incidents of shop stealing and petrol drive offs in Point Cook, Woodlea, Williams Landing and Rockbank. Three of the youths were remanded in custody while two were released and are expected to be charged on summons. Police also attended a property on Florey

Melissa shows the way Melissa Cain wants people to know firefighting isn’t just a “male thing”. The Hoppers Crossing primary school teacher has been a volunteer firefighter for the Country Fire Authority for about 13 years. “Being a female is often the hardest [part], sometimes we are treated differently compared to guys,” she said. “Females are more than capable of doing it just as well as a male is.” Ms Cain was this year announced the Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade’s Firefighter of the Year, an accomplishment she said was “definitely a shock”. “I had 100 per cent banked on a couple of other people, not me. I didn’t even think I was in the running,” she said. “This is the second time I’ve won it...i’m definitely proud because it is pretty full on.” Ms Cain is only one of two people to have

ever won the award twice, and learnt it was her dedication to her duty and her leadership skills that help her nab the honour. While there’s “lots of good things” about being a firefighter, there’s one thing in particular Ms Cain said she really appreciates. “Meeting people and getting to work with them...you make friends that I would never have made had a not joined the CFA,” she said. The Hoppers Crossing Fire Brigade is currently recruiting new members to support all aspects of the brigade’s work. Details: https://link.hxfb.org.au/volunteer

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Avenue, Point Cook, following reports of four males acting suspiciously on September 11. When police arrived four males got into an allegedly stolen car and drove off. The Air Wing followed the car to Shrike Terrace, Point Cook, where it was dumped. An 18-year-old man from Wyndham Vale, a 17-year-old boy from Derrimut and a 16-year-old boy from Truganina were all charged with theft of a motor vehicle. Police also executed five search warrants across Hoppers Crossing, Werribee and Sunshine West arresting five men aged between 17 and 24. A sixth man, 22, was arrested after presenting himself at Keilor Downs police

station. The six men are expected to be charged in relation to a stabbing incident at Kiloran Park in Mooroolbark in August, which left a 16-year-old boy with serious injuries. Brimbank Divisional Commander Superintendent Michael Cruse said the blitz was a collaborative effort involving multiple policing regions. “Dozens of offenders involved in serious and violent offending have been arrested as a result, and we’ve also engaged with a significant number of people, further boosting our intelligence holdings and giving us a chance to deter people from getting involved in gang activity before it’s too late.”

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Maintenance dredging at jetty Parks Victoria is advising Wyndham residents of maintenance dredging taking place at the Werribee South Jetty. Dredging involves the removal of sand built up over time at the entrance of boating access channels. The process is undertaken to maintain safe access to port facilities. Parks Victoria said over the the next 3 to 6 weeks a dredge and excavator will be used to remove sand from the navigation channel, and around Werribee South Jetty. “These works form part of Parks Victoria’s

ongoing maintenance dredging program that helps provide safer access to local port facilities within Port Phillip and Western Port,” Manager regional operations, southern and maritime region Victor Teoh said. “The dredged material is sand from adjoining beaches that has washed into the channel as part of the local coastal processes. It will be placed on beaches north of the river where it can benefit the beach profile.” As the sand usually contains decaying aquatic plant material, including seaweed,

dredged sand can often be grey in appearance and mild in odour. Mr Teoh said these conditions quickly change once sand has been exposed to air, sunlight and tidal process, and usually within a week. Parks Victoria regularly monitors water depths at Werribee River to determine when dredging is required. The boat ramps and navigation channel will remain open however Parks Victoria said boat operators are reminded to always

proceed with caution around a dredge, observe the 5-knot speed limit, and pass on the non-obstruction side as indicated by a double black diamond day shape on the dredge vessel. Access to some areas of the beach may be restricted for residents at the disposal site or where machinery is operating. The Werribee South Jetty may also be closed for a brief period while dredging takes place around it. Details: www.parks.vic.gov.au

Foster carers needed Belinda Fairleigh believes the most fulfilling aspect of foster caring is seeing the children in her care thrive. “They come out of their shell, and they know that someone’s in their corner and that someone’s going to support them,” she said. “That’s a daily reward.” The Wyndham Vale resident and her partner Shane Miller have been foster carers with Anglicare for just over three years, and have cared for about ten children in that time. “There’s just a lot of need to find those homes for children who might not have somewhere safe or loving to stay,” Ms Fairleigh said. “It’s really rewarding seeing those kids then go on to do great things that they might not have the opportunity to do prior.” Anglicare Victoria chief executive Paul McDonald said the group is urgently seeking more foster carers. “After a couple of tough years during the pandemic, managing lockdowns, working from home and remote learning, we’ve had a

number of carers decide to take a break from fostering,” Mr McDonald said. “The number of new foster carers needed across all agencies in Victoria alone is estimated to exceed 700.” Ms Fairleigh said residents should get behind local foster care agencies. “Even if you don’t have the ability to open your home and care for children directly, there’s still a lot in the community that can be done to help out,” she said. Details: anglicarevic.org.au/fostering or call 1800 809 722

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These girls show they sure can As part of This Girl Can Week, Werribee Table Tennis Association invited Wyndham women of all ages to attend a table tennis session. Star Weekly photographer Joe Mastroianni caught all the action at Eagle Stadium. This Girl Can – Victoria encourages women to embrace physical activity in a way that suits them.

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Attendees could get close to the championship trophy. (Pictures: Western United)

Residents were encouraged to don black and green.

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Michael Leunig (second from left) with fans Shelley Davidow, Paul Williams and Annie Grossman. (Supplied)

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Leunig gently rocks the boat Cartoonist Michael Leunig is a son of the west. He was born in East Melbourne and educated at Footscray North Primary School and Maribyrnong High School. His poingnant, philosophical cartoons have become part of the consciousness of Melbourne as Phil Jarratt discovered.

hey say you should never meet your literary heroes for fear of disappointment, and I think there’s an element of truth in that, although the fault might lay with the expectations rather than the hero. The thought came back to me the other night when, following a glowing introduction, an old man with a shock of white hair, dressed in jeans and sandals, shuffled to the microphone at the front of the room and seemed to struggle with its operation. I use the term “old man” with the same sense of reverence used by Noel Pearson when he referred to Gough Whitlam, with the highest level of love and respect, as “this old man” in his beautiful eulogy. Being but a few years behind him, I don’t get to call Michael Leunig old with anything other than reverence. But in a way, the great cartoonist, poet and philosopher has always seen the world through the prism of a wisdom way beyond his years, and often completely beyond our comprehension. Except that it all made perfect sense, the duck, the moon, Mr Curly and Vasco Pyjama, the whole damn circus. It was the universe drawn small. As Barry Humphries wrote in 1975: “Leunig’s subjects are as ambitious as his technique is simple. World cataclysm, The Flood, loneliness, cruelty, lust and greed. Through these runs the vein of his compassion and humanity - his humour - illuminating many a darkling theme.” Or as the artist himself put it in 1992: “A cartoonist will create a standard figure - the

Everyman, Everyperson image that becomes their messenger, their angel … In my case I create this character gradually over the years, this poor little wretched fool with big wide eyes, a bit of an innocent. He’s a bit genderless, a bit ageless — not quite human, more humanoid. A bit like a monkey or a foetus. But it’s a life spirit, you see, that people can trust. There’s no possible threat with this character. It can propose the most ridiculous things, or soft, touching little innocent things or it can be bawdy … People know it, know it can say anything and they always forgive it.” Michael Leunig, now 77, was born in East Melbourne in June 1945. He was the son of a slaughterman, the second of five children. His website bio contends he “was educated at Footscray North Primary School and Maribyrnong High School, plus at various factory gates, street corners, kitchen tables, paddocks, rubbish tips, quarries, loopholes, puddles and abattoirs in Melbourne’s industrial western suburbs”, finding creative inspiration from “Enid Blyton, Arthur Mee, Phantom comics, The Book of Common Prayer, J.D. Salinger, Spike Milligan, Bruce Petty, Martin Sharp, Private Eye magazine and The Beatles”. Following his dad into the meatworks straight from school, Leunig was politicised by receiving his military conscription papers in 1965. We’re not sure how he dodged that bullet, but he finds fame – and later adulation – as a political cartoonist on the game-changing Nation Review at the start of the ‘70s. As a casual contributor to the Review

who never missed an issue, I was amused, fascinated and puzzled by Leunig’s cartoons, never having seen anything quite like them. I remain, more or less, in this state. The list of Michael Leunig’s awards and achievements is very, very long, but since the cartoonist says he’s forgotten most of them because they are meaningless, let’s just mention that the National Trust declared him an “Australian living treasure” in 1999, which seems appropriate. “I wanted to talk about the role of the artist in difficult times,“ he said. “Actually, life is a difficult time. It’s not easy. As well as the honorary doctorates and so on, I’ve also been cancelled quite considerably. “It’s a big thing to have spent your whole working life offering things to your culture in a quite experimental way, but I think I’ve done it in good faith, made a few mistakes, offended a few people, not deliberately. That’s the nature of political cartooning, but you hurt people without intending to, and so you have to become more thoughtful about your own ideas.” Although he never moves from the general to the specific, Leunig seems to be referring to last year’s “cancellation” from The Age and Sydney Morning Herald over his “Tank Man” cartoon which they declined to publish. In it he juxtaposes the famous 1989 photo of the lone man defying the tanks on Tiananmen Square with a cartoon of a lone protestor in front of a loaded syringe. I don’t know if it was anti-vaxxer sentiment driving the cartoon or a more philosophical objection to mandates, but perhaps the bigger question is why ban it?

It was by no means my favourite Leunig but it didn’t offend me as much as the racist undertones of some of the late, great Bill Leak’s work, which we were all given the opportunity to see and judge. Leunig softens the mood by placing himself in the context of history. “[When I started] it was the ‘60s and people were into rocking the boat. Now I think it’s rocking too violently, and I just try to steady it.” In a moment he will delight us with his skill at “making marks” on paper, but first he offers a poem from his canon: Artist leave the world of art, Pack your goodies on a cart, Duck out through some tiny hole, Slip away and save your soul. Leave no footprints, don’t look back, Take the dark and dirty track. Cross the border, cross your heart: Freedom from the world of art. I love that. The morning after, still pondering other parts of Leunig’s “muddle”, I pick up the Saturday Age, as is my habit, and go straight to the back page of the Spectrum section to see if the old man still has it. I find a beautifully-drawn cartoon of the prime minister kissing a baby, then dropping it and running after being informed that it had been named after Julian Assange. Cruel, coarse, caustic, hilarious – I laughed like a drain. Yes, Leunig still has it, in spades. Wednesday, 21 September, 2022 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY 11

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Book lovers invited to connect You’re bound to have a good time at the free monthly book chats at Hoppers Crossing Library. Residents can share reading recommendations, meet new friends and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Held Tuesdays, the next sessions will take place on October 4, and December 6 from 10:30-11:30am. No bookings required. Details: adultlibraryprograms@wyndham. vic.gov.au

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

Hoppers Crossing Ladies Probus The friendly and vibrant group meet at Hotel 520 on the second Wednesday of each month from 10am. They have a guest speaker each month as well as social lunches, outings and theatre trips. ■ 0407 856 519.

Werribee Annual Craft Festival The Werribee Craft Festival is back after a 3 year hiatus and inviting stall holders to join the annual Craft festival running from 5-9pm November 4, and 9am-5pm November 5. ■ Nicole, 0411 103 149 or werribeecraftfestival@hotmail.com

Wyndham Rotary Wyndham Rotary is welcoming people interested in helping residents in need in the municipality. People interested in finding out more, Can meet the group at the Italian Sports Club at 6.30pm every Wednesday night for a meal, to share ideas and work for a common cause. ■ Julie, 0406196630.

Diabetes support The Werribee Diabetes support group has been active in the community for over 18 years providing advice, information and support for members of the group. The support group provides an opportunity to hear from experts on how to manage your diabetes, to share information on diabetes and to engage with other diabetics. They meet at the old council shire buildings at 10am every second Friday of the month. ■ Bob, 0409 252872.

Kings Park Primary School year 6 pupils Ryan and Juanne. (Damjan Janevski) 298386_01

New walking group for young and old Garden Swap Calling all Gardeners! The Wyndham Community Garden Swap has been running for more than 12 years now. It is a free community gathering of local gardeners who loathe waste and like to recycle and share surplus plants, seeds, produce and all things gardening. The WCGS meet at 10am on the first Sunday of each month at the Mossfiel Reserve, Hoppers Crossing. ■ Rita, ritaosullivan8@gmail.com

U3A Werribee The group is a not-for-profit community organisation for semi-retired and retired Wyndham residents. They hold a variety of classes/activities specifically designed for Seniors, including, light physical and mental wellbeing sessions, arts, games and craft, and general classes such as current affairs, history and lunch groups. Most classes/activities are held at Wyndham Community Centres. ■ Rick, 0402299220.

Lions Club Lions Club of Werribee meets at the RSL Club 2A Synnot Street Werribee on the first and third Wednesday of the month 6.30 pm for a 7.00pm dinner meeting. Visitors most welcome. ■ Lou 0409 331 271

Generations in Gaia is a monthly walk for young to old, exploring Wyndham’s open spaces and nature trails. Visiting a new site each month, the walks are especially tailored to little legs, delicate bodies and curious minds. ■ Jess, 0450 348 969.

Morning Melodies Join Morning Melodies on the second Tuesday of each month from 10.30am-noon for the feel good music series held at Encore Events Centre in Hoppers Crossing. Tickets are $12 per head and include morning tea. Shows feature tributes to some of music’s greatest artists. ■ 1300 156 557

Bingo move binGO MOVE is an active and social game of bingo. A number is called but triggers a standing or seated exercise, song or movement. Monday or Thursday at IPC Health Hoppers Crossing, 117 Warringa Crescent. ■ 8734 1400

Bingo for all The Werribee RSL hosts Bingo every Monday, except public holidays. Eyes down from 12.30-2.30pm. ■ 9741 5525

CWA Werribee Branch Are you looking for an opportunity for friendship, personal development and advocacy in support of relevant social issues? The CWA Werribee Branch has been serving the Wyndham area for 74 years and has a great history of helping members with these opportunities. CWA Werribee Branch also support needy causes and charities locally, across Australia and overseas. Meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Wyndham Park Community Centre at 1pm. Other activities include a Craft and Chat morning, various social outings and fundraising events. New members are welcome. ■ Michelle, 97414402 18 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 21 September, 2022

Western Budgerigar Club The Western Suburbs Budgerigar Club meets at 7.30pm on the third Thursday of each month at Masonic Hall, 223 Watton Street, Werribee. Meet other members who are also passionate about breeding Budgerigars. ■ Don, 0414 975 862

Wyndham Ladies Probus Are you recently retired or semi-retired? Looking for fun, fellowship and to increase your social networks. The Ladies Probus Club of Wyndham meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Hotel520, Sayers Road, Tarneit, and

normally has an outing or event on the third Wednesday of each month. ■ Rosa Sanderson, 0410 303 046

AL-ANON meets AL-ANON provides support for families and loved ones living with alcoholics and problem drinkers. The group meets Mondays at St Thomas Anglican Church foyer, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee.

Free English conversation Is English your second language? Do you want to improve your English language skills? Practice speaking English with friendly volunteer tutors in informal and interactive group sessions. Light refreshments provided. Weekly each Monday during school terms from 1-3 pm at Altona Library. ■ Jill Mackenzie on 0439 994 705 or vintage@esc.net.au or Joe Pellone on 0431 915 970 or joepellone@gmail.com

West Footscray Rotary The Rotary Club of West Footscray meets at the Medway Golf Club in Maidstone for lunch, fellowship and guest speakers each Wednesday from 12.30pm until 2pm. New members and visitors welcome. ■ David, 0416 497 398

Making Noise Making Noise will be running a series of live performances and silent auctions to raise funds for Full Stop Australia. The event will involve a range of advocates, artists and speakers, and will be offering discrete opportunities for counselling and further support during the course of the night. Friday, October 21, 7pm. The Line, 2 Yewers St, Footscray. Tickets are $50 per person, with 100 per cent of proceeds from tickets will go to Full Stop Australia and the Centre Against Sexual Assault. ■ makingnoiseau.wixsite.com/my-site-1

Community centre opening South Kingsville Community Centre is holding an Open Day on Saturday,

October 8 from 9am to 1pm. Celebrate the completion of the renovations made possible by the Westgate Neighbourhood Fund and Hobsons Bay City Council. ■ www.skcc.net.au

Walking group The Altona Meadows & Newport Heart Foundation Walking Group is a local community of men and women committed to walking and socialising together for about 60 minutes. Wednesdays at 10am at the Jolly Miller Cafe in Altona Meadows or Fridays at 10am at the Newport Lakes Reserve. Members are required to register with the Heart Foundation in order to join. ■ Ian Watson, 0411 566 862 or www. hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona-Meadows-and -NewportHeart-Foundation-Walking-Groups

Cherry Lake Market Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market is held on the first Sunday of the month. Set between Millers Road and the stunning Cherry Lake in Altona, this market has something for everyone. The market hosts more than 60 stalls selling plants, bric-a-brac, handcrafts, hot jam donuts, tools, clothing and much more. There is live music every month from the Cherry Lake Cultural Series, showcasing local musicians from across Hobsons Bay. From 9am to 1pm. Cherry Lake, Millers Road, Altona. ■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market or cherrylakemarket@gmail.com

AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club Would you like to develop confidence in communicating, competence with language and clarity in writing? AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club would like to invite any and all residents to join them on the first and third Thursday of every month to help develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets at the Laverton Community Hub, 95-105 Railway Avenue, Laverton from 7.00-9.30pm. ■ Vince Camilleri, 0413 734 707

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Based on the high-performance Hyundai rally car, the i20 N is not short on comfort and convenience. (Pictures: Supplied)

Drive like a World Rally champ By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring In motoring terms, the letter ‘N’ mostly stands for ‘neutral’ (aka going nowhere). But in the case of the Hyundai i20 N, nothing could be farther from the truth. The maker has been spruiking the compact as bringing the DNA of its World Rally champion to the street as a daily driver. And there is little evidence to seriously doubt this. Powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged direct injection petrol engine, mated with six-speed manual transmission, maximum power of 150 kW is enough to fire the hot hatch from zero to 100km / h in 6.7 seconds. Based on the third-generation Turkish-built i20 hatch in Europe, the N version is nostripped out model on steroids. There’s much to admire in comfort and convenience for this class of car. Pitted against the Ford Fiesta ST, Volkswagen Polo GTI and Suzuki Swift Sport, it serves up an encyclopedic list of performance goodies. And the price of $34,990, plus on-road costs, which recently went up by $2000, is nothing to be sniffed at. It can be had in five different colours: Polar White and Performance Blue, at no cost; or Metallic Sleek Silver, Mica Phantom Black and Mica Dragon Red, all $495. A black roof adds $1000.

Styling The rally inspired look is designed to match high performance by minimising drag and boosting power. Up front, air duct and splitter look the part, while out back a rather ragged design is topped off by a pared back rally-inspired roof mounted twin-layer spoiler that here looks more of an afterthought. Hopefully, it makes up in aerodynamic efficiency. A black radiator grille, based on a chequered flag, is dominated by the Hyundai badge and (you’ve guessed it) the letter N. LED headlamps on both sides incorporate tick-shaped daytime running lights. Fog lamps flank a second grille strip low down. Whiz-bang wheel design, featuring red brake callipers peeking out from behind five Y-spoke 18-inchers, put the finishing touches to the hot hatch.

Interior Inside it’s Ns all round, with letter-specific touches such as N sport leather-trim seats with integrated headrests, leather wrapped N steering wheel and gear knob, plus sporty N alloy pedals. The iconic red steering wheel-mounted Rev Button chips in with a tempting finishing touch. Wheels pushed out to all four corners of the car offer up a spacious cabin, capable of carrying five grown-ups in relative comfort. Front bucket seats offer ample support in recommended enthusiastic driving, while shoulder and leg room in the back can take all but the bulkiest footy front row at a push. Storage is king, with spades in versatility. For example, there’s a multi-level boot with a movable floor, incorporating a fitted cargo net, in the upper position. Drop the 60/40 rear backrests and there’s a flat load area. Taking the floor out unveils a deep cubby in spite of there being a space-saver spare underneath.

Infotainment Where do I start? The i20 N encompasses a plethora of computer-age automotive menus presented in twin 10.25-inch dashboard digital displays, offering instrument and entertainment info. In fact, there’s almost too much to take in. Included are worldwide track maps with lap times; personalised throttle response settings, exhaust note and stability control all accessed at the touch of two steering wheel-mounted

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exceeded; Lane Following Assist, which keeps the car centred between lane markings; and Blind Spot Collision Warning, an alert when a vehicle approaches the driver’s blind spot. Passive safety is in the hands of six airbags.

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switches. Also on hand is a red button that calls up rev matching tech for optimised downshifts. The instrument cluster has a range of display functions. On a more relaxing note, the car is fitted with a Bose eight-speaker premium sound system.

Engines / transmissions A 1.6-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder pumps out 150 kW and 275 Nm, matched with a six-speed manual gearbox and a mechanical limited-slip differential that drive the front wheels.

Driving Fuel (regular unleaded) consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 kilometres is claimed by the maker on the combined urban / highway cycle. On test the lively hatch recorded 10 litres per 100 kilometres and 4.7 litres per 100 kilometres respectively. An N Power Sense Axle up front and Dual Coupled Torsion Beam Axle at the rear provide stiff ride and handling, which did not miss a bump on the ubiquitous uneven Aussie road surfaces. Trackwork is more to the hot hatch’s liking. Steering is precise and direct thanks to reduced steering gear ratio over the standard model, while the limited-slip diff, plus 215/40R18 Pirelli P-Zero tyres, developed specifically for the i20 N, has the car efficiently carving through corners. High performance brakes with bigger front discs resist fading, produce consistent pedal feel and maximise heat endurance.

Safety Hyundai’s Smart Sense Advanced Drivers’ Assistance System tops up an already comprehensive safety package with such things as Forward Collision Assist City / inter-urban / pedestrian, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, which warns when the speed limit has been

Summary Hyundai has put the brake on sending the i20 N Down Under, with the order book full and wait times approaching two years, so the above chance for fun and games would appear academic. Know what I mean? Say no more. Wednesday, 21 September, 2022 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY 23

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Finalists dominate the team of the year line-up Finalists dominated the Western Region Football League division 1 team of the year which was announced last week. The team included 19 players who played in finals, with Point Cook’s Nicholas Buykx, Sunshine’s Belal Abou-Eid and Brandon Lester the three exceptions. Minor premiers Caroline Springs and grand finalists Altona each had six players named in the team. Among those selected for the Lakers were some of their biggest names. Brian Lake was named at full back, while Mitchell Bongiovanni, Steven Kyriszis, Ryan Allan, Liam Read and Max Tessari were also named in the team. Coach Brodie Holland was named coach of the year, for taking the side to their first division 1 finals series. The Lakers were knocked out in the

preliminary final by Werribee Districts. Altona has played on four lines with Saad El-Hawli at half back, Joel Menadue at half forward, Elliott Cavallaro in the pocket, Josh Bench as a rover, while Ethan Taylor and Jack Norman were named on the bench. Fellow grand finalists Werribee Districts have three players in the team. Gun midfielder Dillion Viojo-Rainbow and key forward duo Daniel Nielson and Trent Lee were recognised. Hoppers Crossing’s Ashlin Brown, who has already been named the coaches most valuable player, was named captain of the team. Josh Pickess is the other Warrior in the team Former AFL player Levi Greenwood was named as ruck rover in his first season with Deer Park, while Bailey Morrish rounds out the team. The WRFL’s best and fairest night is being held this week.

Daniel Nielson was named in the team of the year.

Chancellor on the move Western Jets coach Robbie Chancellor is headed back to the AFL after being appointed Greater Western Sydney’s head of development. The Giants announced that Chancellor would be a key part of new coach Adam Kingsley’s team going forward. The two worked together previously at St Kilda, where Chancellor was opposition analyst and manager of performance analysis before transitioning to coaching and becoming an assistant coach at the Saints, in charge of stoppages and team structure. Chancellor also previously spent time at Hawthorn and Melbourne. He said when he was appointed to the role at the Jets, he knew his time in the AFL at that stage was coming to an end at that point due to changes to the soft cap caused by COVID-19. Chancellor proactively sort a head coaching role which he said had been a tick against him when he was coaching for other roles. Chancellor has coached the Jets the last two years, his first senior coaching role. The highlight during that time was premiership by the girls side early this year, the club’s first ever premiership. Star Montana Ham was taken at pick one in the AFLW, while Laura Elliott and Charlotte Baskaran were also taken in the draft. Caitlin Sargent was picked by Essendon ahead of the draft. The boys side had the finals this year, before being knocked out in the elimination final by the Dandenong Stingrays. Co-captain Massimo D’ambrosio was picked up by the Bombers in the mid-season draft. As well as coaching the Jets, Chancellor led the football program at Maribyrnong Sports College as part of the role. Giants football general manager Jason McCartney said they were thrilled to welcome Chancellor to the Giants. He will work alongside VFL-development coach Damian Truslove and development coach and Giants women’s captain Alicia Eva. “He has a long-standing relationship with new coach Adam Kingsley and will be a valuable asset to our football program. “Across recent months we identified a need to bolster our development program and we’re excited to have someone of the calibre of Robbie to add to this space, alongside our current development coaches.” Meanwhile, Montana Ham has received a rising star nomination. Ham along with Carlton’s Keeley Skeeper were the round four nominees for the award which recognises the best young talent in the competition. Ham, who grew up in Hillside and played with Keilor recently, had a team-high 20 disposals, four marks, and five tackles in the Sydney Swans’ round four loss to Port Adelaide. She also had four clearances and 421 metres 24 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 21 September, 2022

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Bozinovski joins squad A massive 12 months for Western United’s Rhys Bozinovski has continued after being named in the Young Socceroos squad. The 18-year-old was called up to the squad for the first time for a three-day camp in early August and has been rewarded with another selection, this time as part of the squad that will play in the Four Continents Tournament later this month. The squad will play matches against Morocco, Chile and England. Western United football general manager Mal Impiombato said successive call-ups was worthy recognition of Bozinovski’s continued development. “On the back of his initial call-up to the Young Socceroos last month, we are delighted that Rhys now has an opportunity to take part in a series of matches with the team,” he said. “Rhys has achieved a lot in a short amount of time in his career and it is a testament to his maturity and work ethic that he continues to enhance his development. “We wish Rhys all the very best in Spain and look forward to seeing him wearing the Green and Gold.” Bozinovski has risen through the ranks at United, beginning with the under-21s, before transitioning into the under-23s and signing his first scholarship contract within a matter of months. He made his A-League debut with United in the final regular season game of the last A-League season. Bozinovski made a further three appearances in the finals, including in the grand final against Melbourne City. He was been a regular starter through United’s pre-season for the upcoming season. Tara Murray

Robbie Chancellor addresses his players. (Western Jets Facebook)

gained and 11 contested possessions. Swans coach Scott Gowans said the 18-year-old “showed the way” for the Sydney Swans in her return from injury in round one. Ham hurt her knee in round one with initial concerns that it was a serious injury. She missed just two games. “She’s going to be a really good player.

Mon’s post clearance stuff and her ability to break contests were excellent,” Gowans said. “It’s a good thing for the competition that there’s a player like Montana Ham playing so well early on. It gives the fans something to come and watch.” Rhys Bozinovski.

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‘Shocked’ netballer Soli Ropati makes history Soli Ropati was left stunned after becoming the first Melton South player to claim the Sally McLean Medal. Despite playing just 10 games in the Ballarat Netball League A-grade season, Ropati polled 21 votes to finish four votes clear of Darley’s Rebecca Hicks. Ropati said with the talent in the competition, she was shocked to have won the award. “I wasn’t expecting anything, this is massive,” she said. “I play against amazing players and [with amazing] players in my own team, I’m grateful for this. “I try my best and we’re building something great at Melton South. It’s these young guns who keep me going and our amazing coach.” The midcourter said that she went out there each week trying to do her best to help her teammates. She said being able to play a full season of

netball after the last couple of years due to COVID-19 had been really good. “This season was really great being one of the older girls,” she said. “I’m shown up by the younger ones. “It was so good to be playing again after COVID. It’s a massive bonus to be here. It’s just unfortunate that I got all my injuries at the wrong time.“ Ropati paid tribute to coach Anna Edmonds, saying she was like a second mum. The Panthers made the finals for the first time this year, but went out in straight sets. Ropati missed their last game, with a hamstring injury. Ropati said that they played their hearts out, but they weren’t able to pull through. She also battled a knee injury, while she had scans on her hand in July fearing it was broken. And if her form wasn’t good enough, she had been playing with a busted finger for a number of years.

She finally had surgery earlier this month. “I was meant to have surgery last year but due to COVID-19,” she said. “I would forget about it at times.” The McLean Medal caps off a big year for Ropati. She co-captained the City West Falcons to a championship in the Victorian Netball League. She also represented Samoa at the World Cup 2023 Regional World Cup Qualifiers in Fiji in July. Ropati said she wasn’t sure how many international opportunities there would be next year, but she would jump at the chance to represent her country again. For now it’s time to have a break from netball. “I’ll continue studying nursing,” she said. “I’ll still look to be at the Falcons next year and most likely Melton South as well.”’ Tara Murray

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Sports shorts A-League A massive 12 months for Western United’s Rhys Bozinovski has continued after being named in the Young Socceroos squad. The 18-year-old was called up to the squad for the first time for a three-day camp in early August and has been rewarded with another selection, this time as part of the squad that will play in the Four Continents Tournament later this month. The squad will play matches against Morocco, Chile and England. Meanwhile on Saturday, Western United continued to warm up for the A-League season with a 3-2 win against Adelaide United.

WRFL Wyndhamvale has announced it will go with co-coaches for next year’s Western Region Football League division 2 season. The club announced on Sunday night that Rob May and Jason Parker would coach the side next year. The duo replace Luke Wenlock who stood down at the end of the season. The Falcons finished fourth this year, knocked out in the first week of finals.

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Future bright for Tigers By Tara Murray The future is bright for Werribee Districts in the Western Region Football League. While their senior side fell short in the division 1 grand final on Saturday, both their reserves and under-18s came away with the premierships. Senior coach Chris Gilham said he was proud of the whole club and the work they had put in this year. “We had a really great season and a great month and our reserves won the grand final,” he said. “And we have so much to look forward to, our under-18s went through the year undefeated and were challenged today and responded and won. “It’s not the way we wanted the seniors to finish, but as a club point of getting here to play three games and win two of them, couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved.” The under-18s started the big day at Avalon Airport Oval against Point Cook. The Tigers led by nine points at quarter time, before the Bulldogs stepped up with four

goals in the second quarter to open up a 15 point half time lead. The Tigers were able to regroup at half time and responded with four goals in the third quarter to take back control of the game. They led by a goal at the last break. Now on top, the Tigers continued that in the last quarter, with seven scoring shots to seal the 9.13 (67)-6.9 (45). Jack Bonnett was a key target up forward for the Tigers, kicking five goals. Josh Gerolemou was named best on ground. For the Bulldogs, Heath Schiavello was named their best. Having seen their club mates claim the premiership, the Tigers were out next on the field. In the first of two games between Werribee Districts and Altona for the day, it was the Tigers that were able to do enough to win the premiership. The Tigers made the most of their opportunities in the first quarter to open up an early lead. The second quarter would be key as they kicked five goals to lead by 29 points at half time.

While the Vikings won the third quarter, they still trailed by 17 points at the last break. The Tigers were able to hold off the Vikings in the final quarter to win, 11.4 (70)-8.8 (56). Cooper Atkinson kicked three goals in the win with Harley Kilby winning the best on ground medal. Coach Rhys New said he had a few sleepless nights in the lead up to the game. “Commiserations to Dean [Callaway] and Altona,” he said. “I know you battled all year through injury and COVID, “It was a fantastic effort to get there. We were in your shoes back in 2019, we know how you’re feeling. “You’re going to come back better next year.” New said the playing group had stuck together through the last two COVID riddled years and this is the reward. “You can be told as many times as you want you deserve something but you have to go out and earn it. “Nothing is given in football... You only improved as time went on, you deserve the spoils and let’s enjoy it.”

Werribee will start its championship defence against Spotswood in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west on October 1. Coming off successive championships, the Tigers will again be one of the teams to beat this season. The Tigers are on the road in round one, heading down to Spotswood, which finished its first Subbies campaign in seventh. The Tigers first home game isn’t until November 5.

VTCA Werribee Centrals will start their Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 3 season at home. Centrals will play Williamstown Imperials in a one-day clash on October 1. This season there will be a return of two-day cricket across the VTCA. In other round one matches, Bellbridge will play Maribyrnong Park St Marys in division 4, while in division 5, Sanctuary Lakes will host Melton Centrals and Wyndhamvale will play Footscray Angliss. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Wyndham Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly Wednesday, 21 September, 2022 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY 25

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Happy homecoming for Menadue Altona star Connor Menadue was hyped up in the lead up to the Western Region Football League division 1 grand final. Having returned to his junior club this season, the former AFL-listed player, was always going to be a key in who decided the premiership. Menadue was good early, setting up a couple of goals and kicking one himself against Werribee Districts. He would continue that momentum and was named the Herb Pascarl Medallist as the best player on the ground. Vikings coach Corey McCall said Menadue was keen for the big day to come round. “Connor was hyped up for a week,” he said. “I told him he needs to calm down for a bit. “He’s obviously come back from playing AFL footy and he has some real confidence about his footy. “A lot of the other boys were like he might have gone a bit too far with the confidence, everyone is different with approaches.” For Menadue this year was about returning

to his home club and enjoying his football having tried to make it at the highest level. Having come through the club, he knows how much this means to everyone. “Just being able to come back and play for the local club, I played for as a junior,” he said. “A lot of mates play here, my brother plays here. “He was a big reason why I wanted to come back, I wanted to enjoy my football too. “It feels great and seeing all the smiles on all the faces of players, coaching staff, fans.. you can tell that everyone wanted it after the last few years.” Menadue said he had been a bit sore leading into the grand final, but had tried to set himself up for a big game. He said he knew that he could step up on the biggest stage. “I was ready to try and have a good game and give ourselves the best shot at winning,” he said. “I always knew I could change a game like that, I was hoping my body would allow me

to do that today. I felt pretty good today, really happy with that win. “I really wanted to play well for the team and it’s nice to get recognised.” While Menadue was named best on ground, his brother Joel Menadue did a lot of the damage early up forward. The return of Connor to Altona played a big part of Joel cementing his spot in the senior side. He was named in the WRFL division 1 team of the year. McCall said Connor made the call when he decided to come back, that he would take his brother with him. For Connor, Saturday was a dream come true, playing in a premiership with his brother. “He has had a terrific year,” he said. “He’s gone from a handful of senor games last year, to come in a had a huge role with the success of where we are now.” It was a big day for the Menadue family, with Jackson Menadue playing in Werribee Districts reserves premiership side.

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Tigers maintain pride in defeat By Tara Murray Werribee Districts fairy tale run in the Western Region Football League division 1 didn’t get the perfect ending the club was after. Having been 30 points down at half time in an elimination final, the Tigers fought back to beat Hoppers Crossing. They then knocked out Deer Park and minor premierships, to win through to the grand final against Altona. But the Tigers first WRFL senior premiership will have to wait at least another year, after strong performance by the Vikings. The Tigers kicked the first three goals of the match. The Vikings kicked the next three to level scores on quarter time. After that, it was the Vikings who had control of the game. They would eventually win, 10.21 (81)-9.4 (58) to lift their second season premiership. Tigers coach Chris Gilham said in the end they were beaten by a better team on the day. “We obviously wanted the fairy tale premiership after the run we’ve had by full 26 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 21 September, 2022

credit to Altona,” he said. “I said to the boys after the game, as much as right now hurts, still got a lot to be thankful for. “There was a 10-15 minute period had after those three finals wins that were worth every part of today’s disappointment, “We’re super proud of our club today. We didn’t win today, but we didn’t lose today.” Gilham said a key start was a focus for them and they were able to do exactly that. He said the Vikings were able to absorb the pressure and then come at them and hit the scoreboard the other way. “Credit to them with their pressure, he said. “They’ve got a couple of blokes that get off their man and intercept the ball. It’s been their strength all year, getting the ball back in the air. “We tried to make it a bit of a chaos game at ground level, they controlled the air and probably controlled the result because of that.” Rain started to fall in the middle two quarters which was the last thing the Tigers wanted. While it didn’t suit Altona’s game

either, it meant the team that adjusted better first would benefit. “We need to be able to use the ball,” Gilham said. “We need to be able to put a chain today and get a run and carry through that middle part of the ground. “The rain comes… It made it a simple game where we wanted it to be chaos and fast. At the end of the day they were too good.” Zak Busuttil and Andrew Panayi kicked two goals each for the Tigers. Gilham highlighted a couple of their defenders Leigh Johnson and Sean Gregory as two of their better players. He said it was hard to find standouts,. “In general I don’t think we had any standouts, but we didn’t have any shockers,” he said. “That’s been our motto, we want to be reliable, not remarkable. We had quite a lot of that. “No one was poor, they were just better as a unit.” Gilham said they would be better for this year. Captain Daniel Schibeci, Bailey Siwek

and Connor Thar all missed the grand final, while they had given a number of younger players opportunities throughout the year. “We’ve got some good player not playing and we think that we can get better, with guys coming back,” he said. “We’ve found a few players and we’ve got a good group going forward and we’re excited by what the future holds.” Gilham said they would look to take a leave out of Altona’s books as they head into next season. “At a footy club all you want as a club you want people to be invested which we have in spades,” he said. “We need to look at ways to get batter and go again next year and have a crack. “The reason Altona win they’ve been up for four years and this is their first reward. “You can’t rock up and have a good month and think you get it. You have to keep on rocking up, rocking up and eventually if you’re good enough you might get it. “ They did that and hopefully we can do that next year.”

Altona captain bows out on a premiership high Altona captain Steven Kennedy has gone out on top, with a premiership the icing on a successful football career. One of two players from the Vikings 2012 Western Region Football League division 1 premiership in Saturday’s premiership team, Kennedy said the time was right to hang up the boots. “I’m retiring after this one,” he said post game. “I’m done, I’m 33-years-old and that will do. “It’s absolutely amazing, it’s 10 years between drinks for me [at Altona] and a lot of hard work over the last few years with COVID.” Kennedy said for much of the year the group didn’t look like they would be premiers. He said they just found the right mix at the right time of the year. “We had a lot of injuries during the year

and we didn’t look like the best side because of Caroline Springs,” he said. “We were just lucky we got all our boys back at the right time of the year come finals, it all worked out for us.” Kennedy said personally it had been a challenging year for him, but he was glad that he stuck around after two years cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He said the two premierships with the Vikings were very different. “There’s different feelings,” he said. “The first one was a one point game, so it was decided right on the siren. “This one we probably had wrapped up with about 10 minutes to go. I thought we had dominance for almost 90 per cent of the game, but we couldn’t captialise on the scoreboard. “We kept hitting the scoreboard, we kept kicking points 10.21… We just had to stick at

it and grind it out.” Kennedy said this one was also special being captain of the side. Kennedy retires with a playing resume that puts most people to shame. He’s a two-time premiership player at Altona and won the Barry Priest Medal for the best player in the WRFL division 1 competition in 2018. Kennedy also had a couple of stints at Darley in the Ballarat Football League. There he was part of the Devils premiership in 2015. That same year he won the Henderson Medal as the competition’s best player. “I haven’t really thought about it,” Kennedy said of his career. “Four grand finals for three premierships, I’ll take that one every day of the week. I would have taken one premiership.” Kennedy said he hadn’t thought about

Steven Kennedy retires a premiership captain. (Joe Mastroianni)

coaching. He said he was likely to have a year off and go from there. Tara Murray

Vikings snare convincing victory By Tara Murray Altona timed its run to perfection to seal its second Western Region Football League division 1 premiership. After being on top of the ladder last year when the season ended early due to COVID-19, the Vikings had to work hard to get back to have another shot. With players coming back from injury at the right time, the Vikings peaked come finals time with hard fought wins against Deer Park and Caroline Springs. On Saturday in the grand final against Werribee Districts, the Vikings were the better side in a typical Melbourne day of four seasons in one. After the Tigers kicked the first three of the game, the Vikings hit back and levelled the scores at quarter time. Once they hit the front, they stayed there, winning 10.21 (81)-9.4 (58). It was an emotional Vikings coach Corey McCall after the game. Two of the Vikings assistant coaches died during the season, making the premiership even more special. “This is what you dream of, all the hours you put in,” he said. “Everyone says coaching is a hard gig. You have to be really passionate and really driven, put in the hours. “To get that reward. The club has only won one in their history, so a second one 10 years later, I’m ecstatic for the boys as well.” McCall said they had a real slow start to the year, with the toll of the pandemic and interrupted football really taking its toll. He said a lot of guys didn’t handle the way last season ended well, with no finals played for a second straight year. “We had sort of struggled for pre-season numbers and were on the phone ringing,” he said. “They were saying I might go travelling, the whole mindset changed. We slowly reconnected them and football is great like that. “Football clubs are about relationships about connecting with your mates. “A lot of people were engrossed with work and to come back to footy and were like we really needed this, we just sort of started building from there.” McCall said they would have been happy starting the season 3-3, which they easily exceeded. With players coming back from injuries, the Vikings started to get even better and finished the regular season in second spot. “Towards the back end and when we had the opportunity to play in finals, everyone

Altona’s coach Corey McCall at final siren.

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brought in then,” he said. “Our game against Caroline Springs was hard. My boys were really sore after that game,. “I had said I need to get some more games and minutes into our list and team, but after that game we needed that week off “We looked really fresh we did a lot of non-contact running and ball movement.” The Tigers had created three upsets to make it to the grand final, but the premiership was one step too far. The Vikings dominated for most of the game, after setting up the win in the middle two quarters. It meant they could celebrate the

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victory late in the piece. “I thought we were really good defensively and they kicked two from the boundary and I thought gee whiz,” McCall said. “When you start kicking goals from the boundary it might be your day. “As I kept saying to the boys, we’re not converting our shots but we’re getting looks and it’ll come eventually. “I would have liked to have had more of margin come three quarter time, [but] you take it by a point, you take it by 50 points if you win them. I’m extremely happy.” Connor Menadue was named best on ground, but that honour could have easily

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gone to Kelly Pickard. The defender took several defensive marks, especially in the last quarter when the Tigers were attacking. The premiership was the club’s second after a one-point win in 2012. Steven Kennedy and Mitchell Turnbull are the only players to be part of both. While the Vikings seniors took home the premiership, the reserves fell short. Also facing Werribee Districts, it was the Tigers that took home the silverware, winning 11.4 (70)-8.8 (56).

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