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Do you have an old car sitting around, unused, or battered and bruised and collecting dust? Sunbury State Emergency Service (SES) might want it for rescue training. Sunbury SES is one of more than 100 units across the state providing skilled road rescue services to the community, and to continue this, members need to train regularly to make sure their skills remain at the highest levels. Sunbury SES unit deputy controller of training Alan Kuras encouraged the community to give what they can. “We have an intense training program planned for the next six months,” Mr Kuras said. “We plan on putting our people through their paces, pushing them and building on the necessary skills so that Sunbury’s SES Rescue volunteers continue to be some of the best skilled and experienced operators in the state.” With donations, the unit is asking people to email their contact details, location and condition of the car. Details: sunbury@ses.vic.gov.au or call or text on 0409 616 619.

Pool funding on the way By Elsie Lange Hume council has welcomed Sunbury Aquatic Leisure Centre (SALC) funding pledged by both major parties should they win government in November, but an advocate fears the promises will only address “the tip of the iceberg”. Last week, Sunbury Liberal candidate Simmone Cottom pledged $1.5 million to install a new all-ages and abilities waterplay park, as well as additional shade and seating areas, before Sunbury MP Josh Bull said Labor would inject $1.3 million for outdoor play facilities. The total projected cost of the works is $3 million, to be co-funded by Hume council.

Sunbury resident Mel O’Neill, who has been vocal about the lack of recreational space and swimming lesson availability in town, said she welcomed the promises but proposed works would not address population growth-fuelled demand into the future. “The much-needed outdoor toddler play space is the tip of the iceberg,” Ms O’Neill wrote to Ms Cottom. “The SALC is not fit for purpose anymore and by the time our population expands with new developments, we will be on par with Craigieburn … we need a state government and a local government to plan for the next five years.” She would like to see a purpose-built indoor learn-to-swim pool, space for public lap lanes when lessons are on and an indoor play space

for all-aged children to practice. Ms Cottom told Star Weekly residents had reached out to say more needed to be done and said she agreed. “After speaking with staff at the SALC, they also have big visions and dreams, but funding has always been an issue,” she said. “If I’m elected, I’ll be doing everything I can to ensure we do get funding and fix up our issues to make SALC the number one pool in the Hume council area, and even in the Sunbury-Macedon electorate.” When asked about the $200,000 discrepancy between Coalition and Labor promises, Mr Bull said the $1.3 million built on the $2 million previously delivered for the Sunbury Warm Water Pool. “I understand the amount

sought by Hume council will deliver this new project in full, and If re-elected, we’ll do exactly that,” he said. As of Tuesday, October 26, the waiting list for swimming lessons at SALC is 440 children long, reduced from 772 at the beginning of term four, according to Hume council. Hume mayor Carly Moore said Sunbury was home to a growing number of families and pledges from both major parties were “a huge boost to encourage local kids to swim and keep active”. “The addition of new water play areas, and the creation of additional swim programs will ensure the Sunbury Aquatic and Leisure Centre continues to meet the needs of our growing community,” she said. ADVERTISEMENT

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Renewed call for safer crossing By Elsie Lange Long-time Bulla resident Jo Muldoon describes trying to cross Bulla Road like “playing Russian roulette” in her renewed call to have a pedestrian crossing installed in the town. At a meeting on Monday, October 24, Hume council discussed a report into the feasibility of installing a signalised pedestrian crossing, following a petition to council in April 2021. The report said after traffic and pedestrian count surveys, the installation of a signalised crossing on the arterial road was “not warranted” under current Department of Transport (DoT) guidelines, however Ms Muldoon said the “need remains”.

“It is highly problematic for mums with prams and small children, seniors with mobility scooters, people in wheelchairs, those trying to get across to the post office … and hotel guests who arrive from Melbourne Airport by bus and who are burdened with heavy luggage,” she said at the meeting on behalf of the petitioners. She said statistics raised in the report were undermined by a range of factors – including a low pedestrian count in April 2021 in between lockdowns. There are no pedestrian crossings available on Bulla Road. The report said “pedestrians seeking to cross Bulla Road are required to stage their crossing via the central median, which in some locations is a line marked

median or turning lane”. Council supported a new pedestrian refuge within the median and a footpath connection to Bulla Road between two bus stops west of Rawdon Street, subject to DoT approval. According to the report, DoT has been supportive of the proposal in initial discussions of the eastern side bus stop being upgraded. Council has requested this as it is a DoT responsibility. Councillor Jodi Jackson said even though Bulla was a small town of 650 residents, it was busy and bustling, and should have better infrastructure given its location in metropolitan Melbourne. “Bulla doesn’t benefit from the infrastructure

you’d expect to find in a metropolitan location … critically it doesn’t have a single safe pedestrian crossing to allow those who live on the south side of town to get to the pub, the post office, to church, the rose garden, the town park or the town hall,” she said. Cr Jackson reiterated Ms Muldoon’s concerns surrounding increased heavy haulage vehicle traffic, carrying West Gate Tunnel spoil to the Bulla processing facility. “Imagine having to navigate your way across multiple lanes of traffic travelling at 60km/h, and having to wait in the middle of the road with trucks whizzing past you in both directions,” Cr Jackson said. “It sounds terrifying to me.”

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Getting the group back together Upper Deep Creek Landcare Network Landcare facilitator Clare Watson said it would be great to see the Macedon and Mt Macedon Landcare group re-form. “It will be fantastic to see the local community come together to re-establish a Landcare group for the Macedon and Mount Macedon areas, and I am available to provide support to the new group,” she said. “The area is a delightful place to live, with all its lush bushland, biodiversity and farming, but faces significant land management issues like weeds and pest animals.” Upper Deep Creek Landcare Network will

be delivering the meeting in partnership with Macedon Ranges council. “Landholders can make a positive contribution to the area’s natural environment by getting involved in Landcare to help address these issues,” an Upper Deep Creek Landcare Network statement said. If residents are interested in attending the meeting have been asked to RSVP for catering purposes by Thursday, November 9, via via udc.landcare.facilitator@gmail.com or call 0409 142 110.

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As the cost of living continues to soar, Hume council will advocate to the state government to increase the rates rebate to pensioners and veterans. At a council meeting last week, councillor Naim Kurt raised the request as a notice of motion, saying the government rebate of up to $253.20, or up to 50 per cent of pensioner or veteran rates, was not keeping up with the cost of everyday expenses. “The municipal rates concession rebate was indexed for the first time in 2004 and prior to this date, the rebate was just $135,” Cr Kurt said. “Since that time the rebate has only increased by about $120, so in the space of 20 years, that rebate has only increased by $120. “We’ve all seen, with the rising cost of living, you wouldn’t be able to purchase a loaf of bread for the same amount as 20 years ago.” He said he’d heard “horrible stories” from pensioners in the community who have been going to bed early in winter because they couldn’t afford electricity bills. “This is one way I think we can be helping our community, by advocating to the state government,” Cr Kurt said. “Making sure we get an increase to that rebate beyond that $253 and get that not just for the benefit for our community, but for the benefit of all pensioners and all veterans around Victoria at the moment.”

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Council workers escalate action By Elsie Lange Macedon Ranges council workers will intensify for their campaign for better wages and conditions. An Australian Services Union (ASU) statement said workers would demonstrate the value of the work they perform to management and the “unfairness” of the current wage offer from council. “Workers will step up their efforts to inform the public about their enterprise agreement

campaign and place bans on many internal meetings, including CEO briefings and a ban on reading or responding to emails from the CEO or group managers or responding to non-urgent requests from councillors,” the union said. “These new bans, voted for by members of the union at Macedon Ranges Shire, are designed to disrupt the council and are in addition to existing bans that have been in place for the last two weeks.” ASU secretary Lisa Darmanin said management was yet to make an acceptable

offer to keep up with the cost of living. As well as disrupting internal council operations, Ms Darmanin said union members would be more public in their campaign. “[They will be] handing out flyers and speaking to service users and residents about the enterprise agreement campaign are just some of the extra actions members of the union will take,” she said. “Dixon Field surrounds, Gisborne Shire Office entrance and surrounds, Gisborne Botanic Gardens, Robertson Street in Gisborne, and exercise areas in all gardens will

not be mown.” Macedon Ranges council said negotiations with staff and the unions had been progressing “as expected”. “Many claims have already been agreed and council is confident we will be able to reach agreement with staff without the need for ongoing protected industrial action,” the council said. “Council is working to ensure the impact on the community is minimised and that our services are maintained to expected levels.”

Woodend club is Vic best The Woodend Golf Club had a tee-rific win at the Golf Australia Awards last month, taking home the trophy for Victorian Club of the Year. Club secretary James O’Brien said the club had put in the yards over the past few years to be what it is today. “We’ve worked really hard … to ensure that our club is well and truly part of the community, and to make golf as affordable and as accessible to everyone,” Mr O’Brien said. “[As well as] to present our course as a public asset that the whole community can benefit from.” He said it had been a pleasant surprise to win, with so many other great community clubs doing great things. “It’s a tribute to our committee and our members and course superintendent Grant Davies, about the quality of our course,” he said. “We also had terrific success on the course this year, with three pennant teams winning grand finals, and also getting the commitment from Macedon Ranges council for $680,000 to upgrade our club rooms.

“We’re in a strong position but we want to make sure our club can continue to serve our community and continue to drive improvements as far as we can.” Macedon Ranges mayor Jennifer Anderson paid congratulations to the club at a council meeting last week, saying the club provided “a space for the whole community to enjoy being in, whether you’re playing golf or not”. Mr O’Brien said the win was likely because of activities of the club both on and off the course. “We’re all volunteers and we try and do our best, we love the place and we are really keen to make sure we go from strength to strength,” he said. Elsie Lange Members Loretta Matthews, Cheryl Garner, James O’Brien, Dawn Roberts, Frances Bowen and Barney Hearnden are delighted Woodend Golf Club won Victorian Club of the Year at the Golf Australia awards. (Damjan Janevski) 304639_01

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Gilbert Gordon Oval scores cash By Elsie Lange Woodend-Hesket Football Netball Club netball co-ordinator Kellie Duff said to have scored nearly $1 million in funding for upgrades at their home ground, Gilbert Gordon Oval, was “absolutely amazing”. Last week, Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas announced the Hawks would receive $985,710 to go towards the Woodend Netball Court Development, through the state government’s Local Sport Infrastructure Fund. “We’ve been working towards this for a

number of years and it’s so good just to finally have funding to be able to give the netball players and our club the opportunity to play on some fantastic facilities,” Ms Duff said. “We’re going from having the worst playing facilities in the league to having the best.” The funding will help in the construction of two compliant competition netball courts, with pedestrian circulation space and connecting pathways, lighting, scorer and players shelter, spectator shelter and seating, storage, electronic scoreboards and community facilities such as a water fountain.

Mayor Jennifer Anderson said the upgrades would mean better conditions for netball, and would encourage greater participation in the sport across the community. “Training and competition will be able to occur throughout the year and not be impacted by the weather as it has been for so long,” Cr Anderson said. Council will contribute $330,000 to the project, and the WHFNC will put in $30,000. The draft master plan for the entire Gilbert Gordon Oval precinct is open for public feedback until November 14.

Council said it is also developing a Cultural Heritage Management Plan for the proposed netball facilities site to ensure the location and design do not impact Dja Dja Wurrung cultural heritage. The government also announced council would receive $30,000 through the same fund for redevelopment planning of Dixon Field’s soccer field number two. Ms Thomas congratulated the Hawks and council, and said the boost would “go a long way to support the growing number of people in Macedon keen to get involved in local sport and recreation”.

Lions Park fund pledge Lions Park Reserve in Romsey has been promised $550,000 should the Labor party be re-elected in November. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas made the pledge in late October, with the redevelopment of the reserve to include an upgraded skatepark for the whole community. Lancefield Romsey Lions Club president Werner Ladzik said the organisation had been pushing hard for the funding, and were “exceptionally happy” with the news. “We’re looking for $800,000 so it’s well on the way to that figure, for building a new skatepark,” he said. “There is nothing else for teenagers, we don’t have a high school, so the kids will come home from school from out of town, so it would mean a better place to socialise.” Ms Thomas said the $550,000 promise was

part of the party’s commitment to backing local parks. “Lions Park Reserve is a great community asset, and this funding will help revitalise and improve it for everyone,” a Labor statement said. On social media, Ms Thomas described the funding pledge as “a dream driven by so many in the community”, especially the Lions Club. Community Bank Bendigo Romsey also shared the news on Facebook, highlighting the $32,000 in funding it had provided to the club to have designs drawn up for the skate park. “This planning has allowed them to seek further funding to bring it all to life,” the bank said. “An important project for our local community, we’re delighted to have been involved in making this project happen.”

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Lancefield Romsey Little Athletics are celebrating a $1000 grant to buy new equipment. The Coles Little Athletics Community Fund money is part of the company’s push to support grassroots Little Athletics centres, made possible by the Coles Little Athletics Banana A-Peel fundraiser held earlier this year. Lancefield Romsey Little Athletics president Simon Greenwood said the grant would be useful in helping the centre provide a top quality program to its athletes and volunteers. “We are a small regional centre but have seen growth in numbers over the last few years,” he said. “This grant will enable us to purchase

additional hurdles and vortexes which will help us to run our weekly competitions with the best equipment possible and hopefully allow our kids to perform at a very high standard.” Coles acting state general manager Daniel Ellul said the company had been a proud supporter of Little Athletics for more than five years and was thrilled to give over $50,000 in sports equipment grants to centres across Victoria. “We know very well the impact the pandemic has had on local clubs and communities over the past two years, and we hope these grants will help them to recover and look forward to a new Little Athletics season ahead,” he said.

Sunbury MP Josh Bull has announced the state government will contribute up to $225,000 towards the delivery of a new netball court at Eric Boardman Reserve. The project, welcomed by the Sunbury Kangaroos Football Netball Clubs, is also set to include lighting and seating and lighting. An additional $25,000 will be provided to support the construction of a synthetic pitch on oval two at Salesian College.

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In which year was the Melbourne Cup officially declared a public holiday?

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What is the prize for the 2022 first place winner?

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What age were the oldest three horses to win the Melbourne Cup?

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The Cup is the biggest event of what annual series?

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What headwear is traditionally worn by women attending the race?

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Is the Melbourne Cup traditionally held before or after the Caulfield Cup?

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The prize for the first Melbourne Cup was made of what material?

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What place did Queen Elizabeth II’s horse Arabian Story come in the 1997 Cup?

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Trainer Bart Cummings has won the Cup a record how many times?

Jockey Bobbie Lewis holds the record of how many Melbourne Cup wins?

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In which year did celebrity supermodel Gigi Hadid attend the Melbourne Cup?

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Which Australian precious metals specialist has made the Melbourne Cup trophy since 2016?

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And is the present day trophy made mostly of bronze or gold?

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In what year was the call of the Melbourne Cup first broadcast on radio?

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4. What is the 1200 metre straight in the course sometimes referred to? A. Straight 12 B. Straight six C. Long 12 D. Long six

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Movember SpeakEasy Facilitated by The Man Cave, learn how to build the skills to reach out to men and support them to take action when times are tough. Wednesday, November 9, 6pm to 8pm. Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street Sunbury. Register below. ■ www.surveymonkey.com/r/ speakeasysunbury

Pest rabbit control workshop Learn the best ways to control rabbits on your property at this free workshop on Sunday, November 13, 10am to noon at The Nook, Sunbury. ■ https://bit.ly/3zlybtr

Gambling talk ReSPIN: Let’s Talk About Gambling is a workshop for those who care about someone who has an issue with gambling. Head along to the Sunbury Library, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury on November 17, 7pm to 8.30pm for the free program. Register below. ■ https://bit.ly/3DAVeD3

Madagascar production Catch The Mount Players’ production of Madagascar by JT Edgar, running from November 4 to 20 at the Mount View Theatre, 56 Smith Street, Macedon. Madagascar is the haunting story of a mysterious disappearance that changes three lives forever. ■ www.themountplayers.com

Romsey Swap Meet The wonderful Romsey Swap Meet is happening again this year on November 6 at the Romsey Recreation Reserve. $20 for site holders, $5 general admission and children under 15 years old can enter for free. Gates open for site holders at 6am and open at 8am to the public. There will be no car show this year due to renovations at the ground. Site holders can book on the number below. ■ 0456 797 153

Hume Seed Library talks Hume Seed Library is partnering with Hume libraries and inviting you to learn all about why seed sovereignty matters, and learn some simple methods to save your seeds for future seasons. A talk will take place at Sunbury Library on November 26, 1.30-2.30pm.

Breast cancer support group On the first and third Tuesday of the month breast cancer survivors are invited to head along to the Gisborne Golf Club at 10.30am to take part in a breast cancer support group. There they discuss experiences, find connections and improve mental health. ■ Lesley, 0484 691 226

This week’s photographer’s choice picture is of Shammi Parekh, Nayna Patel and Shanti Balgobind preparing to celebrate Diwali. (Damjan Janevski) 304751_01

Arts and games night Get creative at the Sunbury Youth Centre as part of an art and games night each Wednesday at the Sunbury Youth Centre, 3.30pm to 5.30pm. There’s a range of arts and crafts to try, and if art isn’t your thing, there’s a wide variety of games. The program is for people aged 12 to 18 years old and is free. 51-53 Evans Street, Sunbury.

Carer connect chat Are you caring for someone close to you? Go and connect with other carers in your local area, share a light lunch, have a chat at noon on the first Wednesday of the month. Head to Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health, 1 Caroline Chisholm Drive, Kyneton. ■ 9744 9267, or deb.mccallum@scchc.org.au

The Phoenix exhibition The Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art and Craft Group exhibition and sale is happening on December 3 (10am to 4pm) and 4 (9am to 4pm). The Sunday exhibit will coincide with the Gisborne Olde Time Market. Head along to see the group’s exquisite art and chat with the artists. ■ https://www.facebook.com/phoenixmrac/

Jacksons Creek Combined Probus HarmoniX Vocal Company Get involved with an all-male, auditioned singing group happening on Thursday, 79.30pm in Sunbury. The group is inviting new members to join. The group also has a mixed choir, DynamiX Vocal Company, rehearsing Tuesday. 7-9.30pm. Both groups rehearse at Dulap Wilim Hub, 11 Leichardt Street, Sunbury. No auditions required, just bring your love of music. ■ harmonixvcinc@gmail.com

Visit or become a new member of the Jackson’s Creek Combined Probus Club, gathering on the second Monday of each month at the Sunbury Football Club at 10am. Enjoy outings and meetings each month with a friendly group of men and women, and twice yearly trips away staying in cabins and caravans. ■ Doug, 5428 3317, or Teresa, 9746 3402

Craft and conversation Village connect A new service for older people and carers provided by Macedon Ranges council for residents over 55 years old to stay socially connected, chat with others in the community and enjoy some free coffee and cake. Happening on Tuesdays and Thursday at cafes across the municipality, there’s sure to be one near you. ■ https://bit.ly/3AMUrxm, or 5422 0262

If you’re a passionate crafter and want some company, why not head down to the Sunbury Library on Mondays at noon for the craft and conversation group. The program is free and open to people aged 15 years and older. ■ https://bit.ly/39BIu2O

Chill Out Sunbury Are you between 12 and 18 years old and

want to engage with other young people, participate in activities such as trivia, games, art, music, competitions, personal development and more? Chill Out Sunbury is for you. It’s free and happens every Wednesday, 3.30-5.30pm at the Sunbury Youth Centre, 51-53 Evans Street. ■ https://bit.ly/3lmVgVh

Woodlands Ladies probus The Woodlands Ladies Probus Club of Sunbury meets on the fourth Monday of each month at the Sunbury Bowling Club at 9.45 am. The club is based on fun, friendship and fellowship and enjoys monthly outings, an annual trip away and a lot of fun meetings. ■ Leonie, 0401 764 182

Sunbury Ladies Badminton Club Get involved with a welcoming, fun, social group of women who have spread the word of ladies badminton since 1999. Social games are on Mondays, 9.30am-noon, and team competitions are on Thursdays, 9.30am-12.30pm at Eric Boardman Stadium, Wilsons Lane. ■ sunburylbc@gmail.com

Come have a chat Delve into deeper topics and enjoy intriguing conversations by joining the Table 8 Discussion Group. The key theme for the coming months will be kindness. The chats take place every Tuesday from 10.30-11.30am at Macedon Lounge, 40 Victoria Street, Macedon. ■ Carol, 0431 186 575

Sunbury Ladies Probus Club The Sunbury Ladies Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Sunbury Football Social Club rooms. The friendly group of women enjoy outings, film mornings, speakers and presenters, as well as special events like holidays and bus trips. New members are warmly welcomed. ■ Pat, 0433 789 754, or Sylvia, 0417 170 142

Sunbury Combined Probus Club The Sunbury Combined Probus Club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at the Sunbury Football Social Club at 10am. ■ Carmel, 0416 477 271

Sunbury badminton fun Toastmasters Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Toastmasters helps its members develop their public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 7.20-9.30pm, at the Sunbury Senior Citizens Hall. ■ vpm-4185@toastmastersclubs.org

Family History and Heritage Society If you’ve got a hankering to learn more about Sunbury and even your own family history, why not check out the Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society, meeting at 1.30pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Sunbury Senior Citizens Centre, 8 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury. ■ https://bit.ly/3jvM6oJ

Rotary club The Sunbury Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at the Sunbury Bowling Club from 7pm. ■ sunburyrotary@gmail.com

The Sunbury Badminton Club has a new extra playing time on Wednesdays, 10am-noon. All are welcome to attend at Clarke Oval Stadium, 49 Riddell Road, with equipment provided and coaching available. Playing for the first time is free. ■ sunburybc@gmail.com

Garden club The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which starts at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663

Sunbury Seniors Sunbury Seniors meet on Mondays and Fridays at 8 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury, from 10am-3pm. A variety of activities are offered – indoor bowls, cards, snooker, guest speakers, day excursions, subsidised lunches or just a cup of coffee and a chat. If you’re 55 or older and would like to make some new friends. ■ 0434 400 754

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The Victorian Ombud sman has condem the state’s environ ned mental handling of the dumpin regulator over the Project (WGTP) spoil g of West Gate Tunnel including the Hi-Qua into the western suburbs, lity site at Bulla. The report, tabled by Ombudsman Debora Glass in parliament h on Tuesday, May 31, says the Environment Protection Author ity (EPA) failed to properly engage with commu groups over the nity soil accountability, which disposa l, and lacked in turn increased concern. local

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The kids at Gisborn e Primary School rugged up in their got jumpers and scarves and beanies, going without power for one hour to celebra te this year’s World Environment Day. For went without heating the hour, pupils gadgets on Monda , electricity and y, June 6, helping them to understand why it is important to be mindful of the planet we live on. William, a pupil at said some classes the school, even challenged themselves to do even hour without power. more than one “It was really fun because we had heater, so we could no bring our Oodies,” William said. World Environment Day is a United Nations initiative, and this year’s theme is #OnlyOneEath , calling for “collec tive, transformative action to celebrate, protect on a global scale and restore our planet”. Held annually since 1973, it is the largest day for the environment – from Gisborne to Stockh olm, has millions of people now the event from all over the world taking part. “The reason we did electricity and help this is to save the environment,” William said. Elsie Lange

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It also found the EPA had approved versions of Environ earlier “The EPA, ment Management (EMPs) with “deficie Plans process, cut as with all departments in this government pressur nt information” due to the commu out the community aspects, and e “to ‘fix’ problem nity aspect, in a well as overlooking large project, is s”, as the most important aspect,” the human rights of locals. Mr O’Neill said. However, the report “Everyt hing that said the EPA’s decision the EPA has done to approve EMPs now is overshadowed by for spoil disposa their failure and “environmenta lly l sound” and didn’t was incompetence to do the basics local communities of their role.” place Ms Glass launche at significant risk. d the investigation Sunbur y residen in August 2021 followi t and founder ng of the commu Sunbur y Agains nities near three sites concerns from t Toxic Soil Facebook Marsh in Bulla, Bacchus page Chris O’Neill and “unreasonable psychosaid the EPA had put by the EPA Ravenhall, which were approved for logical stress” on community. the WGTP, after the dumping of spoil from the the discove in the project’s ground ry of PFAS chemicals water.

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Suzuki gets a grip with S-Cross By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring In pre-politically correct times ‘The man in the street’ was a term used to describe the ordinary male (person). In 2006 I was in Japan watching early SX4 vehicles roll off the assembly lines at Suzuki’s Hamamatsu plant, noting its bland physical characteristics. This MITS manner was reinforced on an extended drive of the small sports utility vehicle on the company’s test track, with its performance providing an uninspiring driving experience. Little has changed over the years, with the SX4 generally flying under the automotive radar, while its siblings – Jimny, Swift and Vitara - led the way in design and innovation. The latest S-Cross could be about to change the order of things. The second generation SX4 in 2013 took on the S-Cross suffix and an optional all-wheel drive system named AllGrip. It has four selectable driving modes – Normal, Sport, Snow and Lock. Following a facelift in 2016, the third generation first saw the light of day in 2021, and has now been given a makeover for the model year 2023, in the form of a freshened cabin and restyled exterior, plus new technology. The 1.4 litre turbocharged petrol engine stays pretty much the same but now puts its power to ground through a new AllGrip all-wheel drive system. There is a price to pay - $40,490, plus on-road costs, $10,000 more than the base figure. A Prestige model, with even more goodies, tips the scales at $44,490. I enjoyed time with the latter. Like all present-day Suzuki cars, the S-Cross is covered by a five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty and five-year capped-price service scheme, the latter at 12 months or 10,000-kilometre intervals.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE S-Cross GL Plus / All Grip: $40,490 S-Cross GLX :$43,490 (Queensland only) S-Cross GLX Sunroof /All Grip Prestige): $44,490 SPECIFICATIONS Suzuki S-Cross AllGrip 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol, 6sp automatic, AWD SUV

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redesigned automatic LED headlights have the SUV standing tall, while square wheel arches wrapping polished alloy and silver highlights on the bumpers make for a more robust profile than before.

Interior Quality leather appointments are not enough to detract from the firmness of the seats. Little lateral support is forthcoming too. On the upside, the steering wheel adjusts for rake and reach. Behind the wheel is an instrument cluster comprising two analogue gauges with a digital trip computer between, which includes a speedo. Dual-zone climate control adjustment is within easy reach. The S-Cross AllGrip is the same dimensions as its predecessor, which is enough to keep an average build adult in some comfort, especially in the rear. The boot opens up to an expansive 430 litres with the seat backs up, extending to a voluminous1230 litres with seat backs folded. Hardwearing fabric material covers the deck and extends up the walls. There’s also an underfloor boot-wide compartment

Styling Updated S-Cross styling retains the somewhat angular look of days gone by, while most modern rivals show off slick coupe-like looks. Included here are a new front and back, doors, bumpers and lighting. Up front the two-storey grille is dominated by the stylised Suzuki ‘S’ and leaves oncoming drivers in no doubt as to the car’s pedigree. A sleeker bonnet, black diamond lattice grille and

Infotainment A 9-inch touchscreen is a step up from the 7-inch system in the base model. A clear colour display supports factory-fitted satellite navigation, camera with all-round view and digital radio info. Apple CarPlay customers enjoy wireless communication, while Android Auto folk have to make do with wired connectivity.

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Engines / transmissions Lift the bonnet. There’s nothing (new) to see here. Those familiar with the previous model will recognise the engine, a 1.4 litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor producing 103 kW and 220 Nm, mated with a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission, now taking in the new Suzuki all-wheel drive system, AllGrip.

Safety Standard safety comes with autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, driver fatigue monitoring, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors.

Driving The featherweight BoosterJet engine has a spring in its step, with plenty of low-down torque and a well-matched torque-converter auto. Plastic paddle shifts are best ignored. However, the spicy motor and well-sorted ride and handling package were good enough to throw the S-Cross assuredly around on corners, while feather-light steering pointed the nose in the desired direction and slow-speed parking in tight spots was low on trepidation. A claimed combined urban / highway fuel consumption figure of 6.2 litres per 100 kilometres translated in test car terms to 8 litres per 100 kilometres in city traffic and 5 litres per 100 kilometres on the open road. Not too much of a financial burden on the recommended 95 RON juice. Getting to grips with a wide range of conditions under foot, the car’s multi-mode

all-wheel-drive system offers Normal, Sport, Snow and Lock stages, running predominantly from the front wheels in Normal to 66:33 split in Snow. Front bias helps keep the vehicle on a straight course on ice. Snow also firms up stability control, while leaving traction control unfettered in snow. Lock serves up a steady-as-she-goes 50:50 split. Sport takes charge from the rear, partly freeing stability control, while calling on transmission operation to be more responsive. All are to hand via a knob on the centre console behind the gearshift lever.

Summary The S-Cross is far from my favourite Suzuki, with the aforementioned Jimny, Swift and Vitara, atop the podium positions. However, with the spritely performance of the latest generation, the S-Cross is making a gallant effort to grab the attention of people like me. It’s beginning to work. Note that Suzuki Queensland is a separate entity to Suzuki in the rest of Australia, but it’s expected that the two entities will be very much the same. If you’re in another State or Territory and considering buying a Suzuki we suggest you talk to the dealer of your choice about the new model. The 2022 S-Cross is being released in Queensland with two specification lines: GL-Plus and GLX with the GLX also having the option of a sunroof. The model names elsewhere are All Grip and All Grip Premium respectively with the latter having the sunroof as standard.

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Coach Nicholson’s eye on the future After progressing through the pathway at the Sunbury Jets, Simon Nicholson is excited to take on the challenge as the club’s new Big V women’s state championship coach. Nicholson was late last month named as the club’s new women’s coach replacing Ben Draper who stepped down from the role. The Jets finished fourth this year after an interrupted season. Nicholson said he had been working towards this role for a number of years. “It’s really exciting,” he said. “I’ve been involved with the club since 2017 and the club has provided me with a lot of opportunities to grow and develop as a coach. “I’m grateful for everything they have done and I want to take the side back to the championship success of 2016, 2017 and 2018.” Nicholson has been involved in the junior pathways at the club along with the youth

league women’s side. He is also an assistant coach for the Basketball Victoria Vic Country under-16 team for next year’s national championships. Nicholson said the association had been keen to develop coaches to come through their system. “I’ve had some chats with the director of coaching the last few years and I’ve been working towards this,” he said. “One of the big things the association has been focused on is getting a clear pathway, not just for players but for coaches as well. “I’m the first to go through the pathway of junior assistant, junior coach, senior assistant and now senior coach.” Nicholson works full time as the association’s development officer giving him an insight into the talent at the club. He believes that role will help him with

coaching the women’s side. He will also coach the Jets top under-18 girls side in the Victorian Junior Basketball League. “I work with kids who are five to those more elite rep kids,” he said. “My main aim is to see a senior women’s team full of players that have come through our VJBL.” Nicholson said he had already spoken to some players about returning to the club and he said it shows the strength of the program that it’s a place people want to play. Nicholson has quickly got to work with try outs and open training held last week, with another one this week. He wanted to see what players were interested in playing early on so they were able to recruit around them if needed. Tara Murray

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Sunbury sign netball gun By Tara Murray The Sunbury Lions return to the A-grade competition in the Ballarat Netball League has received a massive boost with the signing of a former Melbourne Vixens championship winning player. The Lions announced on Tuesday that Tayla Honey would be part of a new look Lions outfit next season. Honey was part of the Vixens squad for the 2019-20 seasons including the 2020 title, while she’s been a training partner in a number of other seasons. Last year she played in the Vitality Netball Superleague in England. Lions’ coach Kim Bailey was thrilled that Honey was joining the club. “It’s good to have a marquee player signed and hopefully it’ll be that encouragement to get some other players on board,” she said. “We’re talking to a number of people and we thought Tayla would be a good fit. She lives in Keilor so it works out really well. “I don’t think she had even thought about footy-netball until we spoke to her about it.” Bailey said getting someone in like Honey would provide not only excitement, but that experience to help the younger players group. The Lions didn’t have an A-grade side this year after the departure of a number of players. She said so many younger girls knew who she was. “She’ll come and teach those girls some things as well,” she said. “Someone like Tayla attracts players. It’s a strong start and we’ll look at adding a few more players and we have trials set for November and December. Having been part of the BNL for many years, Bailey said the signing of Honey would be one of the bigger signings in the competition in her time. Honey was one of three player signings announced by the Lions last week. Former Australian under-17 player Freya Langston joins the Lions. Bailey said Langston hadn’t played netball for a few years after injury and COVID, but they were excited what she could do. She will be part of the midcourt with Honey. Sophie O’Kane, who was part of the Lions premiership team in 2013, also returns to the club. Bailey said she will be part of the goaling end. While the Lions have added three key pieces, central to what the Lions is doing is ensuring local players have a place to go. “We are trying to get girls back to the club,” she said. “The girls left the club two years ago and we would like them to come back. “We know some are settled at their new clubs where they are, but that they are always welcome back to the club.” Bailey said there had been a bit of interest since her appointment, along with that of

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Stacey West who will coach the B and C-grade sides. West works for Netball Australia as the executive general manager of performance. “There’s a lot of local girls coming back,” Bailey said. “Some that have not played for a

few years who are coming back for the trials. “We’re confident we can get all six sides up and running.” The Lions trials are on November 24 and December 1. Details: 0459 642 271

Former Calder Cannons defender Tahlia Gillard has been rewarded for her dominance in Melbourne’s backline with an AFLW rising star nomination. Gillard along with Sydney’s’ Sofia Hurley were on Monday named the rising star nominees for round nine. Gillard was pivotal across defence in Melbourne’s 41-point victory against Essendon. Gillard played on Bonnie Toogood for the majority of the game, keeping the Bombers co-captain goalless. She has played on several of the competition’s best forwards this season, including current league-leading goalkicker Jesse Wardlaw and last season’s leading goalkicker Ashleigh Woodland. The 190cm defender has played all nine games this season, averaging 3.8 intercept possessions per game. Demons coach Mick Stinear praised Gillard and her teammates in defence following their win on Sunday. “Tahlia Gillard – who’s been a key defender as an 18-year-old all season – I thought she’s been outstanding,” he said. “I thought the back five or six did a really good job of limiting their scoring opportunities... that backline is continuing to grow.” Gillard was drafted with pick 42 in the 2021 NAB AFLW draft from the Calder Cannons. She played junior football with Moonee Valley and Essendon Doutta Stars football clubs in the Essendon District Football League. Joining the Demons in July last year, Gillard has quickly developed into a pillar of Melbourne’s backline. She debuted for the red and blue in round eight of season six and went on to play two more games in her first campaign. She has played every game this season.

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Kyneton Tigers building confidence Kyneton Tigers are heading in the right direction despite being winless in the Basketball Victoria Country Basketball League men’s north-west. The Tigers have found the going tough this season against some really experienced opposition. Tigers’ player Brendan McCarthy said the side was making some inroads. “It’s been a good season so far,” he said. ”We’ve stepped up since last season and we’re really trying to get a win on the board. “We’re putting more pressure on the really good teams and we’re taking a lot from last year. “Hopefully we’ll get one or two wins under the belt.” McCarthy said one of the biggest improvements this season had been on the defence end. He said they had looked to put on the same sort of pressure on the opposition as they do

to them. “We’re trying to put that pressure back on them,” he said. “We’re a developing team with some young players. “A lot of the other sides have a lot of older players. We’re getting there as a team, we’re maturing and growing.” McCarthy said the opportunity to play against National Basketball League 1 South players was something the group was relishing despite the results. “It’s a pretty cool experience and something to look forward to,” he said. ”It helps us develop as players and it gives the younger kids something to look forward to. McCarthy said the culture within the club was really strong, with not only the men’s side, but the women’s side really close. He said with the majority of players all Kyneton locals, it has a big impact and people want to hang around after games. The Tigers had a bye at the weekend.

Speaking before the weekend off, McCarthy said they would continue to work hard over the break. “We definitely want to get a win, but it’s about getting better as a team,” he said. “We want to keep improving and hope things fall into place. We’re enjoying the process as well. “It’s not all about wins and the culture we have helps with that.” The Tigers women’s side also had a bye. This week both sides play the Echuca Pirates. Meanwhile, the Macedon Ranges Rockies overcame the Bendigo Braves on Saturday night. The Rockies set the 67-58 win up in the first half, leading by 18 points at half time. Josh O’Connell top scored with 22 points. The women’s side lost 77-55 to the Braves. Cara Beattie top scored with 17 points for the Rockies. Tara Murray

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Special Sunbury guests By Tara Murray The Sunbury Basketball Association has been a flurry of action since the Big V season came to an end. While there’s your usual domestic basketball and preparation for the Victorian Junior Basketball League, there have been some special guests making Sunbury home. The New Zealand women’s national team, the Tall Ferns, used Sunbury as their base as they prepared for prepared for four matches against Women’s National Basketball League teams. WNBL pre-season matches saw locals get up close with some of their heroes, while Women’s National Basketball Association assistant coach Paul Gorris held clinics at the courts on the weekend. Jets’ coaching director Kennedy Kereama is behind all these high level players and coaches coming out to Sunbury. Kereama, who will coach the Bendigo Spirit in the WNBL this season, said it’s a way of giving back to the local community

and the association. “It’s great for the association and the whole community benefits from it,” he said. “For me it has been a focus of mine. When I was without a job after someone else brought the license [the West Coast Waves], the Sunbury Basketball Association reached out. “They allowed me to rebuild myself, so it’s only right when I’m back in the driver’s seat to try and repay that.” Kereama worked with New Zealand national coach Guy Molloy in the WNBL and as a former coach of the side, still had many connections which led to the side being based at Sunbury for 12 days. He said Molloy gave plenty of time to coaches in clinics, while there was the chance for others to take in the training sessions. “Locals got the opportunity to come and watch the training sessions,” he said. “Guy did coaching clinics for some of the coaches. “You’re crazy not to take up the opportunity to learn from one of the best coaches in Asia.” Kereama’s Spirit played the Melbourne

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Boomers and the Tall Ferns in practice matches at Sunbury. Jets’ women’s coach Simon Nicholson and Jets’ men’s coach John White are both part of the extended Spirit coaching team. Kereama said it was an opportunity many Sunbury would never get to see again. “They were able to get up close with Anneli Maley, who was the MVP [most valuable player] and Kelsey Griffin, who was a top three pick in the WNBA. “Seeing those quality players we have in the league is something they will really cherish.” It wasn’t just the Sunbury fans who enjoyed the opportunity. Lily Scanlon, who grew up in Sunbury, played for the Boomers in their practice match. Jets import Ida Andersson and former Jets championship player Emma Mahady, were part of the Spirit squad. Speaking before the weekend’s clinics with Gorris, Kereama said it was another ‘once of a lifetime opportunity’ to learn from an Opals assistant coach and WNBA assistant coach in their own back yard.

Several Gisborne and District Cricket Association young guns have been selected in the Central Highlands team for the under-16 male Youth Premier League squad. The squad contains the best players from the region and will compete against the best players in the state at the YPL in December in Hamilton. The competition is a key competition in the Cricket Victoria pathway system. The Highlanders will be looking to go back-to-back having won last season’s title, beating the Breakers in the grand final. Woodend’s Callum Large, Macedon’s Joe Barham, Gisborne’s Riley Leedham, Bacchus Marsh’s Aussie McIlwaine and Wallan’s Hamish Mulavey-Clark have all been selected in the squad. Large and McIIwaine were part of the Highlanders under-15 all star series last year, while all five are making their YPL under-16 debuts. Former Gisborne player Lachlan Hay, who now plays with Footscray in the Victorian Premier Cricket competition, is also in the squad. Hay was part of the winning YPL side last season taking four wickets and averaging 13 with the bat. Ballan’s Jack Jarvis is another who has earned back-to-back selection in the squad. Jarvis took eight wickets in the championship run and will again we a keep player. Delacombe VRI’s Zane Attard, Northcote’s Aaryan Sharma, Brown Hill’s Lincoln Koliba, Fitzroy’s Nirmana Fernando, Wendouree’s Cameron Jenkins and Golden Point’s Darcy Aitken round out the squad. The under-15 girls YPL will be held in January with the team for that still to be announced. Tara Murray

Central Highlanders winning team from 2021. (Supplied)

Three from three for Club Sunbury Club Sunbury’s hot start to the Bowls Victorian weekend pennant division 1, section 1 season has continued with a third straight win. Club Sunbury, which is the only team with a perfect record after three rounds, had little concern against Kingsbury, winning 90 (16)-74 (2). Marc Bullows’ rink remained undefeated after winning 30-15. Sophie Kurzman and Paul Cullis have been in that rink all three weeks, while Rob Sutherland, who played in that rink at the weekend, also remains undefeated. Lee Wesley’s rink won 26-16 and Ray Pretty’s rink won 19-16. Mark Cowan’s rink lost their first match of the season, losing 27-15. Club Sunbury’s David Glennon said it was a really good win for the side which were missing a couple of people.

“Another win to start the season,” he said. “It builds momentum and we have not been in this position for a while having won three off the bat. “It is really good and it bodes well for the rest of the season.” Glennon said Bullows again was one of the standouts, while Cullis was also strong in that rink. Wesley had a good day, as did Mark Ryan in Ray Pretty’s rink. Club Sunbury this week travels to Dandenong Club which sits eighth with one win. It was a mixed weekend for Sunbury, with their second side having a draw and their third side having a 38 shot win, among the other results. In the Central Highlands Bowls Division, Romsey remains undefeated after beating

Kilmore. It was a dominant display from Romsey, winning 67 (16)-38 (0). Nathan Tessari’s rink won 21-14, Matthew Brundell’s rink won 20-13 and Damien Ely’s rink won 26-11. Romsey has opened up a 21 point lead at the top of the table already. Kyneton Golf sits second on the ladder having survived a scare against their local rival Kyneton. Golf sneaking home 56 (14)-55 (2). Barry Godbolt and Adrian Plowman were the winning skips for Golf, while Garry Candy was the winning skip for Kyneton. Lancefield got its second win of the season, beating Gisborne, 63 (14)-52 (2). Bev Holmes had a 23-13 win for Lancefield, while Chris Jolly won 21-14. Broadford beat Trentham in the other match.

Raining disappointment Tara Murray The ongoing delays in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association have left some uncertainty at Lancefield. The first four Saturdays have been called off due to heavy rain leaving many grounds unplayable. While some juniors and the women’s competition have played one round, matches have been few and far between. Tigers’ president Andrew Richardt said it had been a frustrating start to the season. The Tigers men’s and women’s sides both had byes on the weekend, with the lower grades and the women’s competition not playing due to the long weekend. “It’s been frustrating for our senior men not to be able to get out there,” Richardt said. “Our women’s and under-15s had some luck last weekend. “It’s hard to get a gauge on numbers and who is available each week. “Up until cup weekend it can be a bit hard to field teams. We’ve only had four training sessions so far. “It’s been hard to understand how things will go in the coming weeks.” Richardt said they had been able to get a few players to the club this season as they again fielded two men’s sides and two women’s sides. He said that people were wanting to come to the club. “We had two sides play in finals last year and it’s good to have a few extra new local players,” he said. “Guys who have moved to the area and it makes a huge difference. It goes in swings and roundabouts with getting people through the club. “Guys who have gone to other clubs or decided not to play, are always welcome back.” Richardt said with the uncertainty of the season and when it would start, meant they were unsure how they would approach the season. He said he had spoken with the association’s Rob McIntyre about the possibility of the fixture changing and reverting some games back to one-dayers, but was unsure what was happening. The top side finished runners-up last season in the Jensen Shield which they are again playing in this season. “We don’t know what it is going to look like week to week,” Richardt said. “We don’t know whether we look to give some of the guys who have been around the club for a number of years a go at higher cricket or go down the competitive nature and stack the sides.” The success of the club’s women’s program

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Sports shorts Ballarat FNL The Ballarat Football Netball League will kick off their season on April 15 next year. The league announced last week the start dates for the senior, junior and women’s competition. The senior football and netball competitions will start on April 15 with the grand final to be held on September 23. The women’s competition will start on April 16 with the grand final scheduled for September 9. The grand finals will again be held at Mars Stadium.

RDFL Macedon has announced some new signings for next year’s Riddell District Football League season. Jack Hassett returns to the club after spending the last two years at Kyneton winning the club’s best and fairest. Jacob Gough joins the club having played with Therry Penola in the Victorian Amateur Football Association. David McKinley also joins the club from the Western Region Football League. The Cats finished fourth this year, knocked out in the semi finals.

RDNL Macedon’s stars are set to return to the Riddell District Netball League next season. The Cats announced an initial squad from where they will select their team from closer to the season. Chloe Williams, Chelsea Kemp, Ciara Stewart, Katie Clarke, Karlee Bruno and Janelle Tate are among those named in the squad. Stewart will again coach the side.

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continues to be a highlight for the club. The club is leading the way in the GDCA with two senior sides. “Our women’s teams have nine to 11 players in each,” Richardt said. “The main reason we have for the two teams is the pathways for the juniors. “We have six juniors playing seniors. We

have close to 50 per cent women’s participation at the club and I don’t think you’ll find many clubs in Victoria or Australia with that except for wholly women’s clubs.” The Tigers men’s are set to face Bacchus Marsh this Saturday, while their women’s yellow side is set to play Aintree and the women’s black side Darley.

Diggers Rest best and fairest winner Marcus Calvaresi has re-signed for next season. Having joined the Burras this year he had an immediate impact on half back with his speed and moved into the midfield when needed. He was also named in the Riddell District Football League team of the year. Diggers Rest said further announcements will be made in the coming days. The Burras were runners-up this year, losing the grand final to Riddell. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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