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Heart health Altona North’s St Leo the Great Primary School was bustling with activity recently, as part of a special skip-a-thon event to raise funds for the Heart Foundation’s Jump Rope for Heart challenge. The school raised $16,632 for the campaign for heart research, patient support and programs which help save lives. School physical education teacher Ashley Brehaut said he was a “little surprised“ with the pupils’ efforts, as his initial goal was $4000.About 290 pupils took to the pavement on Friday, October 21 to take part in the skip-a-thon, which involved pupils skipping in 40-minute blocks. Jump Rope for Heart is a skipping and fundraising program run in Australian primary schools throughout the year.It encourages students to have a positive attitude towards exercise, healthy eating and heart health, while raising vital funds to fight heart disease. The pupils learnt a number of skipping tricks, such as double unders, the pretzel, double dutch skipping, criss-cross, the skier and cartwheel skipping over a five-week period as part of the challenge. Details: www.jumprope.org.au

St Leo the Great Primary School grade 6 pupils Zachary, Ava, Edie, Carla and Matilda took part in the skip-a-thon event for the Jump Rope for Heart challenge. (Damjan Janevski) 304196_06

Yarraville pedestrian win By Matthew Sims Yarraville’s Anderson Street level crossing will be permanently closed to traffic to potentially make way for an architecturally designed underpass, as part of the state government’s Level Crossing Removal Project. On Wednesday, October 26, Premier Daniel Andrews announced the Werribee line will be level crossing free by 2030, including other planned removals at Hudsons Road in Spotswood, Maddox Road in Newport and Maidstone Street in Altona. The project will likely include the construction of new elevated rail bridges at Hudsons Road and Maddox Road to complement the construction of a

new train station in Spotswood. The Maidstone Street works will involve the construction of a road bridge to avoid disrupting utilities and connections to the industrial area. Upgrades to the road network will also allow for the level crossing at Champion Road in Newport to be closed, with vehicles able to cross the rail line at Maddox Road and a new grade-separated pedestrian crossing to be built at Champion Road. Footscray MP Katie Hall said the closure of the Anderson Street crossing is an chance to future-proof Yarravillle. “I encourage the community to engage with future consultations and put their views forward for a safer, better Yarraville,” she said. Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said

the proposed underpass at Yarraville would ensure the safety of residents as they move around the precinct. “We have been asking for action at this level crossing for some time to ensure the safety of thousands of pedestrians who cross the line each day,” he said. Hobsons Bay mayor Peter Hemphill said while the council welcomed the proposed level crossings removals, he said the investment in the construction of a new Spotswood station would be better suited as part of the WEST East Metro Rail, which proposed a new underground station at Spotswood. “The removals will ease congestion on these major thoroughfares, which will be welcomed by Hobsons Bay residents and business

operators,” he said. “We encourage the government to bring forward planning for the WEST East Metro Rail to ensure the redeveloped station meets the requirements of this much-needed rail project.” However, Cr Hemphill said it was “disappointing” the council was not consulted about the closure of the Champion Road level crossing. This is a major thoroughfare between the two suburbs and its closure will have a significant impact on residents and businesses in the area,” he said. “Residents in North Williamstown will need to find other routes into Newport, which is likely to clog other arterial roads.” Details: levelcrossings.vic.gov.au

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As my Mayoral term comes to an end, I can truly say this has been an unforgettable experience and one I am most grateful for. Together with my fellow councillors, we have advocated for better education and tools to understand youth mental health, and created safe spaces to have important conversations about the future of our City.

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Maribyrnong City Council’s Councillors have been busy. 1. Mayor, Cr Anthony Tran celebrating Children’s Week at Braybrook Library with local families. 2. Cr Simon Crawford on a tour of the West Gate Tunnel Project. 3. Cr Simon Crawford, Cr Cuc Lam and Cr Bernadette Thomas at at the bi-annual western Councils forum. 4. CEO of Maribyrnong City Council, Celia Haddock, Cr Cuc Lam, Mayor, Cr Anthony Tran, event space designer, Charlot

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Charges laid over chemical spill By Matthew Sims The Environment Protection Authority [EPA] Victoria has charged MTAW Group Pty Ltd, trading as Melbourne Transport and Warehousing, alleging it failed to minimise the risk of harm after a chemical spill at Altona’s Cherry Creek and Cherry Lake in March. If found guilty, the Laverton North business would be facing a fine of up to $1.8 million after the EPA alleged the company did not

take all reasonable steps to reduce the risk of about 12,000 to 13,000 litres of a detergent known as Teric N9 from flowing into Altona’s Cherry Creek and Cherry Lake reported on March 7 of this year. EPA has alleged that MTAW Group Pty Ltd failed to minimise risk of harm to human health and the environment from pollution or waste in contravention of its General Environmental Duty [GED] and the company failed to take all reasonably practicable action to reduce the risk of a spill or leak of dangerous

goods stored at its Laverton North site. Under the GED provisions of the Environment Protection Act 2017, a person who is engaging in an activity that may give rise to risk of harm to human health or the environment from pollution or waste must minimise those risks, so far as reasonably practicable. EPA chief executive Lee Miezis said the decision to charge the company followed months of issuing regulatory notices to the company to clean up any damage to

waterways, which allegedly caused thousands of fish to die. “EPA and partner agencies were active in managing the incident which began on March 6 this year and continues at the site to this day as the waterway recovers from the impacts on the chemical spill,“ he said. “The GED makes protection of the environment everyone’s business, and our enforcement action today sends a strong message to polluters that we will hold them to account.”

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Braybrook Early Learning Centre’s Hamoody, 4, Akhil, 5, Kate, 5, and Niva, 5, are excited for the centre to introduce a bush kinder program next year. (Damjan Janevski) 304847_05

More kids get to attend bush kinder Parents with kindergarten-aged children who want them to learn about nature are being encouraged to enrol them in Maribyrnong’s second bush kinder set to start early next year. Braybrook Early Learning Centre teacher Annie Wormald said the Churchill Avenue centre is starting bush kindergarten in 2023 due to its benefits in instilling understanding in STEM topics. She said the program is invaluable for young children. “It’s learning in nature with nature,” Ms Wormald said. “It builds resilience.”

Ms Wormald said bush kinder allows children to play at a slow pace at a local nature park, while they explore and engage with nature, so that nature can become its own teacher. “Nature can teach us about a tree and provide information on a season or habitat for animals,” she said. Ms Wormald said the program originated in Nordic countries in the early 2000s and, as well as teaching about science, it teaches children a number of hands-on skills like making things with sticks and drawing in the sand.

She said the program also encouraged children to tackle challenges like balancing on logs. “We help them go through that process and be brave,” Ms Wormald said. The Braybrook Early Learning Centre at 107-139 Churchill Avenue in Braybrook is currently taking enrolments. Details: Yena on 9188 5880 or braybrookelc@ onetree.org.au

Altona resident Ann Smith has been inducted into the 2022 Victorian Honour Roll of Women. Minister for Women Natalie Hutchins congratulated the 23 inductees at a ceremony at the Arts Centre in Melbourne recently. “Victoria is full of remarkable women who are leading the nation in their chosen fields and in their communities –these honours are about celebrating their achievements,” she said. “Congratulations to all of this year’s inductees in the Victorian Honour Roll of Women – every one of you have made significant and lasting contributions to our state and you help to inspire others to do the same.” Ms Smith has dedicated her life to improving the conditions of Victorians, through her work spanning nursing, education, leading hospitals, senior executive roles across a range of departments and, most recently, strengthening the protection of residents in residential aged care facilities as the head of the Victorian Aged Care Response Centre. At the Victorian Aged Care Response Centre, she has been at the forefront of championing policy development, working closely with federal and state partners to ensure the rights and needs of those in residential aged care homes and systems are met, including establishing the Prevention Outbreak Plan Improvement Program and developing a 1800 line to support staff across the regions to understand policy changes.

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Volunteers help with clean-up By Matthew Sims Disaster Relief Australia [DRA] volunteers have been hard at work alongside community volunteers as part of ongoing flood clean-up efforts in Maribyrnong. Launched in 2016, DRA is a not-for-profit organisation uniting the skills and experiences of Australian Defence Force veterans, emergency responders and civilians. Hitting the ground on Sunday, October 23, 67 DRA volunteers have been on the ground in Maribyrnong, including 35 disaster volunteers and 32 spontaneous volunteers.

Maribyrnong council has been working with government to bring in DRA experts to help with the mammoth clean-up, which has so far seen more than 4000 cubic metres of hard waste collected, 160 tonnes of mud and silt removed from the impacted area and 120,000 cubic metres of debris removed from open spaces. Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said the council commended community members who have been supporting their neighbours in the aftermath of this devastating flood event. “The way residents from across the municipality have been pitching in exemplifies

the spirit of the Maribyrnong community and we could not be more proud of the way our residents have come together to help,” she said. A State Control Centre spokesperson said no formal advice or notice was issued by the state response controller or DRA to stop volunteers assisting with the clean-up due to concerns around asbestos. “We thank the generous support from people helping to clean up communities,” the spokesperson said. “We ask that they be cautious and to prioritise the safety of themselves and our emergency service personnel – some locations

may be unsafe to enter and the flood risk for many communities remains in place.“ “All DRA volunteers receive a health and safety briefing and are provided with the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to work in flood affected areas.” Anyone wanting to volunteer can register in-person at the Raleigh Road Activity Centre at 54 Raleigh Road in Maribyrnong, online via disasterreliefaus.org/volunteer or by calling 1300 372 287. Details: www.maribyrnong.vic.gov. au/Residents/Emergenc y-Ma nagement/ Maribyrnong-Flood-Waters or 1800 560 760

Hot trivia win for lawyer A Footscray woman has taken home $10,000 after appearing on the Channel 9 hit show ‘Millionaire Hot Seat’. Briar Hirst said she decided to apply for the show about a year ago when she got some of the answers right while watching. Her episode was filmed in May and aired on Thursday, October 20. “I thought, why not try applying? I’ve always really liked trivia, but never thought I’d be able to win anything from it,” she said. The 35-year-old lawyer said she did not do any particular study for the show, but used to attend weekly trivia nights with her workmates pre-COVID. The final $10,000 question asked her to name what other famous monument the Eiffel Tower designer also designed. “I studied French at school and I learnt that the Statue of Liberty was gifted by the French to the States,” she said.

“I didn’t know who designed it and I didnt know it was the Eiffel Tower designer, but that was sort of my gut instinct. “I sort of second-guessed myself because the other options were all bridges, but I didn’t really know anything else so I stuck with my guns.” Ms Hirst said she might use the prize money on a holiday. “I’d like to go to Europe next year so I’ll probably do that,” she said. “If I get tickets to Glastonbury I’ll be going there.” Ms Hirst said the win was a surprise. “I wasn’t really expecting to win anything on the day, so it was amazing,” she said. Liam McNally Briar Hirst won $10,000 on Millionaire Hot Seat.

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Champion for women By Goya Dmytryshchak

Champion for women A Williamstown woman who has received an Australia Day honour for significant service to women with ovarian cancer has recalled her own diagnosis, which brought heartbreak but also gratitude. Paula Benson, who formerly chaired Ovarian Cancer Australia, has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia.

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“She sent me straight off that morning for a transvaginal ultrasound and she got me in to see a gynaecological oncologist that night and I had the surgery the next week. “No one thought that I would have ovarian cancer because I was young, I was 34 – largely, it’s women in their 50s, 60s, 70s who are diagnosed – and I have no history of ovarian or breast cancer in my family. “So, no one suspected that it could be ovarian cancer; they could see that I had a large cyst attached to one of my ovaries and that the ovary was damaged and that the cyst and the ovary would need to be removed. “When I woke up, my gyne-oncologist told me that she was very sorry but she’d found ovarian cancer and had to undertake a radical hysterectomy. “It was very shocking for a young woman to have that experience but I know my cancer was diagnosed early, it hadn’t spread and I know how lucky I am.” Ms Benson said she knew her story was not typical for most women with ovarian cancer, which prompted her to offer her services to Ovarian Cancer Australia in 2006. The same year, she and spouse Stephen Conroy, a former Labor senator, had baby girl 12459042-CG36-20

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Isabella with the help of a surrogate mother and a separate egg donor. “I do have a beautiful daughter,” Ms Benson said. “She’s 14 now. “I was very fortunate. One of my girlfriends donated eggs and another girlfriend carried her for me, so I’m very lucky to be a mum.” On learning of her Australia Day recognition, Ms Benson said she hoped it would raise more awareness of ovarian cancer. “When I first found out about it I felt quite

emotional really thinking about everything that we at Ovarian Cancer Australia have achieved over the past decade,” she said. “But I was just reflecting today, the same week that I found out about potentially receiving the award, I heard about another friend of mine who’s just been diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer and it was very grounding. “We’ve achieved so much, we’ve done so much and I’m so proud of that but there is still so much more to do and we can’t rest until it’s

done.” Ovarian Cancer Australia said under Ms Benson’s stewardship the organisation had achieved significant milestones, including developing and implementing Australia’s first national action plan for ovarian cancer research, securing $3 million federal funding for the Traceback ovarian cancer prevention program and the commitment of $20 million for ovarian cancer research from the federal government’s Medical Research Future Fund.

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A Williamstown woman who has received an Australia Day honour for significant service to women with ovarian cancer has recalled her own diagnosis, which brought heartbreak but also gratitude. Paula Benson, who formerly chaired Ovarian Cancer Australia, has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the age of 34 in 2003. “I know I am one of the very lucky ones because my GP did all the right things for me,” Ms Benson said. “When I went to her, I had this unexplained abdominal bloating, changes in my urinary and bowel habits and I felt really full after eating not very much.

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Labor pledges fleet renewal cash By Matthew Sims Truck operators would receive up to $20,000 to replace older trucks with newer and low-emission models, as part of a $20 million package pledged if Labor wins the upcoming state election. Announced on Thursday, October 27, the $20 million package would include a $15 million grants program to modernise the trucks which travel through the western suburbs. The program would also allocate $5 million in grants towards local councils to seal more

roads and reduce the amount of dust pollution. Ports and Freight Minister and Williamstown MP Melissa Horne said the program was the result of a consultation with the local community and industry representatives. “By modernising trucks, it will mean better air quality and more efficient movement for freight,” she said. Maribyrnong Truck Action Group [MTAG] president Martin Wurt said the group welcomed the announcement, but said the group was looking forward to seeing more detail of what the program would deliver.

“Anything that gets older trucks off the road is definitely a step forward,” he said. “We need clear kinds of targets from the initiative of what they are setting out to do. “MTAG welcomes the carrot approach, but sometimes you need a stick approach as well.” Mr Wurt said the group hoped the program would ensure all old trucks were scrapped. The state government also released the Clean Air for All Victorians Strategy document, which has outlined cost-effective approaches to reduce pollution and increase air quality over the next 10 years across households, industry, business and transport.

In the 2022-23 state budget, the government committed $2.8 million towards establishing two quality improvement precincts in Melbourne’s inner west and outer west regions. Footscray MP Katie Hall said these initiatives would help make Victoria a healthy and safe place for future generations. “That includes taking practical steps to improve our air quality, so we can all enjoy fresh air now and into the future,” she said. Details: environment.vic.gov.au/ sustainability/clean-air-for-all-victorians

Cabaret makes history Toyota car plant in Altona. “For the first 45 minutes, people can wander in and out of the carriages, meet the designers and view the fashion parade.” Jackson said the second hour will be devoted to new songs about the museum and existing industries written by Victoria University music students, who are being mentored by professional musicians to write songs about local industries such as train and boat building. ‘Cabaret amongst the Carriages’ is on at the Newport Railway Museum, 26 Champion Road, Newport on Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12 from 7.30pm. Details: www.artandindustryfestival.com.au Director Donna Jackson and Art & Industry Projects artists and musicians will tell the history of Hobsons Bay in Cabaret amongst the Carriages. (Damjan Janevski) 304635_01

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Hobsons Bay residents can see their industrial history come alive next month at a cabaret and fashion show featuring a glowing dress made from local people’s X-rays and songs about old trains and thriving businesses. ‘Cabaret amongst the Carriages’ features local songs, musicians, dancers, designers and industries coming together to tell the story of industry in Hobsons Bay at the Newport Railway Museum. Director and producer Donna Jackson said the event will celebrate the west through fashion and music. “This is a way to tell stories about our local history, which is an industrial history, which is now disappearing and the area is changing,” she said. As well as the X-ray dress, the fashion parade will feature an apron made from tin cans from the former Goetz Cannery in Spotswood and a ’battle dress’ made from parts from the former

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Men’s sheds a community gem By Cr Cuc Lam I’m happy to report council has been working with the Braybrook Men’s Shed to support more inclusive membership providing a more diverse audience with access to its programs. Formed in 2007, the Men’s Shed movement in Australia has become a powerful tool in addressing men’s health and wellbeing, enhancing skill development and learning opportunities for men of all ages and offering social support and community connection. Council has supported the operation of the Braybrook Men’s Shed at the local Community Hub since the facility opened in 2015, through a peppercorn lease and nominal funding. The community space used by the Men’s Shed is unique in that it is specifically set up to facilitate skills in woodwork. It is pleasing to see them prepared to widen their offer in order to ensure women and diverse groups in our community can participate. Council is also planning to provide extra programs to maximise the use of the space by the community. In addition to what will be a fantastic suite of programs at the Men’s Shed, there are a number of programs designed to help women develop hands-on skills locally – with Maidstone Community Centre running popular classes focused on woodwork and home improvement; and both Victoria University Polytechnic and Trades Hall delivering free ‘Try a Trade’ programs to provide aspiring tradeswomen with practical experience across a range of trades.

Briefs Boy saved from flooded drain Quick thinking from an off-duty State Emergency Victoria [SES] member, Williamstown Police and passers-by saved an 11-year-old boy from drowning, after he became trapped in a storm floodwater drain on Thursday, October 27. Police said the boy was riding his bike with his friend and was sucked underwater at about 4.40pm when he accidentally rode across a submerged drain on Merton Street. He was washed about 10 metres under the road before managing to grab a metal grate on the other side, his bike helmet catching on the structure so he had time to take hold. First Constable Peter Ivory pulled the boy to safety after an off-duty SES member removed bolts from the drain’s grate.

Ice cream shop fire Detectives have been investigating a “suspicious” fire which tore through the Williamstown Ice Cream Shoppe on Friday, October 21. A Fire Rescue Victoria spokesperson said they responded to the incident just after 2.15am following multiple calls to triple-0. “Crews worked to evacuate the neighbouring residence and wearing breathing apparatus brought the fire under control in 25 minutes,” the spokesperson said.

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Roads are a hot election issue By Matthew Sims The state of roads in Melbourne’s west has become a key battleground in the final month leading up to the state election, with the Coalition pledging $146 million towards duplicating part of Point Cook Road and the Labor Government committing $79 million towards upgrades to the Point Cook Road and Central Avenue intersection and widening of Central Avenue. Labor candidate for Point Cook Mat Hilakari announced the $79 million

investment on Tuesday, October 25, which would replace the current configuration with traffic lights to ease congestion and improve the safety of drivers, with the project expected to be completed in 2025. “We’re delivering a safer, better road for people in Point Cook, Altona Meadows and Seabrook with our promise to upgrade Point Cook Road,” he said. The $79 million commitment would also allow for the widening of Central Avenue from Point Cook Road to Skehan Boulevard from two to four lanes. Hobsons Bay mayor Peter Hemphill said

the upgrade to the intersection would be welcome as the intersection was a “hotspot” for traffic congestion and safety concerns. “People in Point Cook and Altona Meadows rely on cars to get them to and from work and this is one of the few freeway access points for both suburbs,” he said. However, the Liberal-National Coalition pledged $146 million towards duplicating Point Cook Road between Central Avenue and Sneydes Road as part of a $1.5 billion investment plan across the west announced on Saturday, October 29. Liberal candidate for Point Cook Angela

Newhouse said she has battled up and down Point Cook Road for four and a half years. “More than 3.39 kilometres of Point Cook Road will be duplicated from Sneydes Road to Central Avenue where we will have traffic lights instead of a roundabout,” she said. “The nightmare and gridlock for 24,000 commuters will end under a Matt Guy Government.” Liberal leader Matt Guy said the Coalition had real solutions to deliver in the west. “The time for Melbourne’s west is now,” Mr Guy said.

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Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran and Victoria University vice-chancellor Adam Shoemaker are calling for Footscray’s food enthusiasts to check out the Footscray Foodies app. (Damjan Janevski) 302935_03

A new app-etite for Footscray food Footscray’s food lovers are encouraged to download a new app which rewards people for checking out the region’s cafes, bars and restaurants. The Victoria University [VU] Hive Lab app allows users to earn points, rewards and badges, encouraging people to try new places and return to businesses to build up points. The app is another result of the ongoing collaboration between VU in the Community and Maribyrnong council. Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said food enthusiasts are encouraged to support local businesses via the app. “We’re incredibly fortunate to have so many delicious options when it comes to food

in Melbourne’s inner west,” he said. “Footscray Foodie will put our diverse eateries at your fingertips.” VU vice-chancellor Professor Adam Shoemaker said the app is another example of how VU is bringing the community together. “Footscray is a food-lovers heaven, and this app makes it all deliciously visible,” he said. “It is an absolute winner for everyone. “We are so pleased that our partnership with Maribyrnong City Council has produced this wonderful app.” The Hive Lab is the team behind the award-winning VU App, which won seven awards for digital design, innovation and entrepreneurship since launching in 2018,

Bands unite for sick friend When Reece Dillon and Jamie Calleja-Bailey heard about their friend Dean Fisher’s bowel cancer diagnosis, they both had the same idea: organising a massive music festival to raise funds for his battle. A couple of months on and Deanorama is about to hit Hotel Westwood, with 12 bands performing over the 12-hour show on Saturday, November 12 including Harts, Cicadastone, Dukes Veda, Prophetess, RDZJB and Reign Maker. Harts has featured heavily on Triple J over the last five years both with his own music and the Like A Version segments. Dillon said Mr Fisher was a sound engineer at the Hoppers Crossing venue Soundbar. “A lot of the bands found solace there. He is such a great guy that everyone clicked with.”

Dillon said he contacted Calleja-Bailey after hearing about Mr Fisher’s diagnosis. “He was already thinking the same things. Dean has always been a huge fan of venues in the west so naturally I locked in Hotel Westwood right away,” he said. Western Melbourne business Jacq of All Trades - Master of Fun will be providing face painting for young attendees. Dillon said pay-what-you-want special edition Deanorama stubby holders will be available, as well as raffle tickets for a range of prizes, including a $200 JB Hi-Fi voucher and a brand-new electric guitar. “We’re open to any local business to provide any prizes as small as a coffee,” he said. Tickets are available for $20 a head, with all proceeds to go to Mr Fisher.

including Australia’s highest honour for design and innovation at the 2019 peak industry Good Design Awards. Victoria University and Maribyrnong council have been working in partnership to enrich the local community and make Footscray a vibrant town for almost 10 years . Details: www.instagram.com/ footscrayfoodieapp or www.tiktok.com/@ footscrayfoodieapp Matthew Sims

The Liberal-National Coalition has pledged to commit $800,000 towards upgrades for the Altona Magic Soccer Club’s sporting grounds in Altona North if they are elected into power in next month’s state election. Liberal Party deputy leader David Southwick and Liberal candidate for Williamstown Daria Kellander visited the club to announce the funding towards upgrades to the Paisley Park Soccer Complex recently. Altona Magic is Hobsons Bay’s only soccer club which competes in the National Premier League at both the junior and senior level. The funding would contribute towards the construction of two new modular changerooms, new spectator seating, pavilion concreting, asphalting of the carpark and upgrading the lighting and scoreboard systems. The club currently hosts 250 players, but is experiencing enormous demand, with more than 270 people expressing interest in the 60 vacant positions the club recently advertised. Liberal candidate for Williamstown Daria Kellander said football players from across Melbourne’s west and beyond would benefit from the new world-class facility. “The new grounds will become a social sporting hub for the region, with hundreds of thousands of visitors coming together to compete and spectate each year,” she said. The upgrades would also lead to the club being able to apply to both FIFA and Football Victoria to host international league teams for onsite training, particularly during the upcoming 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup.

Planning and Environment Act 1987 MARIBYRNONG PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Approval of Amendment Amendment C164mari The Minister for Planning has approved Amendment C164mari to the Maribyrnong Planning Scheme. The Amendment came into operation on 20 October 2022, which is the date notice of its approval was published in the Victoria Government Gazette. The Amendment applies the Development Contributions Plan Overlay Schedule 2 (DCPO2) to the land affected by the Amendment, applies a new Schedule 2 to Clause 45.06, inserts an incorporated document titled ‘Maribyrnong Development Contributions Plan, July 2021’ into the Maribyrnong Planning Scheme and amends the Schedule to Clause 72.03 to include new planning scheme maps. A copy of the Amendment can be inspected, free of charge, at the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning website at www.planning.vic.gov.au/public-inspection or by contacting 1800 789 386 to arrange a time to view the Amendment documentation. A copy of the Amendment can also be inspected, free of charge, on the Maribyrnong City Council website at www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au and/or during office hours, at the Footscray Library at 56 Paisley Street Footscray by appointment. STUART MENZIES Director, State Planning Services Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning 12575435-MS44-22

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ruce Hedge has been measuring rainfall in Cobaw for the Australian Bureau of Meteorology for more than three decades and he says October this year was the wettest on record “by far”. His recording for the bureau is just one of the many hats he’s worn through the years. From photographer, to gardening radio host and even co-founder of Brunswick’s Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies, known as CERES – he cares deeply about the environment and its future. On his 10-acre property, Wirreanda, he grows apples – 200 varieties, or 250 trees over the years – it’s there he’s seen the impact of a warming climate creep in. “I’ve been keeping meticulous records of the first flowering on all of the trees for 40 years,” he says. “There is no doubt whatsoever that the flowering times of the apple trees are getting earlier.” While flowering was two weeks later this year – which he puts down to grey and overcast conditions – he says the overall trend has become clear. “The only thing that is absolutely certain about climate change is total uncertainty, we just don’t know what’s going to happen from year to year” he says. CSIRO agriculture and food senior research scientist Dr Pat Mitchell says some of the patterns he’d seen from a climate perspective showed there was “no doubt” an upward trend in the temperature record. “If you break that down into parts of the growing season, for an orchard like an apple crop, we see that late winter or early spring is a time we’re seeing increasing temperatures,” Dr Mitchell says.

“What that will mean for something like apples is that the dormancy period during winter will shorten, you’ll get flowering as a response. “What that might do is it may affect how other processes flow on from that … it creates a lot of challenges from the fruit perspective, but it also affects the whole logistics of the industry built around that.” Dr Mitchell says the impact of a warming climate on the wine industry and grape growing highlighted some of the issues fruit producers are facing. “Well documented observation in wine growth is the harvest has come forward something in the order of about a week per decade … it’s just another example that if the climate warms the season shortens the fruit growing,” he says. “Then you’ve got an earlier harvest, and that can have an affect on the quality of that fruit.” Mr Hedge practices permaculture, a sustainable, self-sufficient, world-embraced philosophy of farming and living developed by Australia’s Bill Mollison and David Holmgren. Permaculture is defined by Mr Holmgren as “a design system”. “It’s not really a system of gardening or a system of farming … it affects all of those things, but it’s more of a design system for both sustainable land use in the broader sense … and sustainable living,” he told The Food Forest in 2010. In his day-to-day practice, Mr Hedge sees the weather’s impact up-close on his system of growth – he says weather events are becoming more severe, like the floods last month. “The weather has become more extreme.

We’ve had extreme dry periods, and extreme wet periods,” he says. “I have just recorded the wettest October ever … by far, breaking the monthly record by at least 25 per cent.” Dr Mitchell says rainfall variability is a feature in Australia’s climate and always has been, but on top of temperature changes, the cycles of fruit and flowering are shifting. “The things we used to do are no longer suitable, they talk about [how] now there’s not four seasons, there’s six seasons,” he says. “What we thought was winter to spring … happens really differently now and there’s a lot of that [anecdotally], but it’s backed up by the observations in the temperature records. “Of course, the projected changes from our climate models really see that it’s going to continue as we’ve already observed it.” He says the projections for rainfall aren’t “particularly clear cut”, but the shifts between the wet years and the dry years will continue to intensify. “That’s consistent with an atmosphere that’s heating, therefore having larger shifts between wet and dry periods … variability will become more variable,” he says. What Mr Hedge says he wants for the future is for his grandchildren to grow up in a world not devastated by climate change – he says he’s optimistic. “Regenerative agriculture, renewable energy and electric cars … If we embrace all these new technologies … we’re going to be alright,” he says. “Gandhi said ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’, and I’d like to see people becoming aware of how to live lighter on the earth, we just have to stop using so much stuff.”

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Newport Fiddle and Folk Club The Newport Folk and Fiddle Group Beginner Play Along group offers a great way for you and your family to connect to music. If you are an absolute beginner or have decided to pick up that dusty or unused instrument or have some experience and want to try a new instrument in a safe, casual and welcoming environment, why not come down and have some fun, share a cuppa, bring the kids and maybe even learn something new. All instruments and levels of expertise are welcomed where the main aim is to enjoy music and have fun. Saturday, November 19. 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Second Newport Scouts at 6 Market Street in Newport. ■ www.nffc.org.au/beginner-playalong

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Art workshops The Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre presents MonArt. Workshops for people of all abilities facilitated by community art specialist Amanda Neville. Mondays 10am to 11.30am. $5 casual fee each week. ■ admin@ljac.com.au or 9398 2511

Yarraville Farmers Market Vintage motoring Everything is in full swing for the Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed Motoring Group’s Annual Classic Car and Motorbike Show on Sunday, November 20 at Apex Park in Altona. Anyone wishing to come down to the shed and watch or help the members working on the Mini Restoration or join one of the runs to see if it’s for them are more than welcome. ■ HBMS.MotoringEvents@gmail.com or 0417 531 670

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Saturday, November 5 from 9.30am to 1.30pm. The Goods Yard, Woods Street, Yarraville. The Yarraville Farmers Market takes place every first and third Saturday of the month. Grab a coffee while you stock up your pantry with the best locally sourced fruit and vegetables, delicious artisan bread and pastries, honey and eggs, homemade jams and much more.

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

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. It meets 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

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

Cobber Club Cobber Club provides exercises suitable for seniors, including chair exercises. The club meets on Mondays at 10am at Oz Tenpin at 2 Linmax Court, Point Cook on the first Monday of each month, Altona RSL at 63 Sargood Street, Altona on the second and fourth Mondays and at the Altona Badminton Centre.

Williamstown book sale Friends of Williamstown Library holds a book sale every second Saturday of each month, 10am-12.30 pm. The book sale is held at Williamstown library in the Friends room, which can be accessed through the front desk. The event is cash only. ■ libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Woodcarving workshop Aimed at all levels of ability in the ancient and international craft of woodcarving. Women are welcome. Bring your own tools and projects if possible. Or do you have Grandpa’s old gouges to donate? On Tuesdays, 9.30am to noon, at 280 Queen Street, Altona. ■ jah2802rot@gmail.com

Alcoholics Anonymous - Williamstown Regular meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Williamstown, Wednesday at 7pm and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Newport, Thursday 6.30pm and Saturday 8.30am. All welcome including friends and family of people with drinking problems. ■ 1300 22 22 22 or www.aatimes.org.au

Wednesday walking group The Williamstown Community Centre offers a regular Wednesday walking group that walks the local area, 10.15-11am. New members are warmly welcome. This activity is free and includes morning tea. ■ 9397 6168

Altona book sale Friends of Altona Library hold a monthly book sale on the first Tuesday, Friday and Saturday of each month at the rear of Altona Library 123 Queen Street Altona, access via Coles carpark, 10am-1pm ■ libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/ community/friends-of-the-libraries

Women’s choir Willin Wimmin choir welcomes new members. It meets every Wednesday in term time from 7.30-9.30 pm at Church of Christ Hall in Douglas Parade, Williamstown. There are no auditions and members don’t need to be able to read music. ■ willin.wimmin@gmail.com

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Enjoy a leisurely walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John. Walks start at 9.20 am each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre, Nelson Place. ■ John, 0418 377 336

Commonwealth Reserve comes alive on the third Sunday of the month for the Williamstown Craft Market. The market boasts more than 50 stalls showcasing everything from handmade craft, homegrown produce and food vendors. There will also be live music. From 10am to 4pm. ■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Williamstown-Craft-Market

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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

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

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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Cavanagh keen for new talent By Tara Muray New Williamstown women’s coach Liam Cavanagh is excited about the direction the Victorian Football League club is heading. Cavanagh was late last month appointed the Seagulls new coach, replacing Penny Cula-Reid, who stood down after the 2022 season. Cavanagh joins the club having been Coburg’s inaugural women’s coach, taking them to an Outer Eastern Women’s grand final this year. The new coach said he was ready to get down to work. “I’m really grateful to be backed in by the club,” he said. “They went through a pretty rigorous process. “I got a lot of insight into the club through the interview process as well. About where the club is hoping to go and the whole direction of the club.” Cavanagh said the opportunity to be involved at VFLW level was something that attracted him to the role. He said he felt that he had done everything he could at Coburg. “We’ve really set up that program and I’m no longer required as it’s pretty sufficient,” he said. “It’s in a better place than when I started. I could have been selfish and really sad, but the sweet part is that the program will go well no matter who is at the helm.”

Cavanagh said the idea of being involved in a standalone attracted him to the role, as it gives the local players the opportunity to shine and be in the forefront of what they are doing. He said there was a lot of talent in the area that they could tap into. “We have a trial night with 70 coming to trial which is really awesome,” he said. “There’s not heaps of [VFL] clubs in the area compared to the east. There’s Essendon, Footscray and Williamstown. “There’s such a deep talent pool. Hopefully we’ll find some diamonds in the rough.” Cavanagh said he didn’t think they needed to add much to the squad from this season as it attempts to rise back up the ladder. The Seagulls won just two games this year. Danica Pederson is one player who returns after playing at Collingwood this year. “We don’t want much talent wise,” Cavanagh said. “I’ve been really impressed with the playing group, there’s so much potential there. “We’ll look to get a few new players to come in and strengthen our list, but I’m keen to get the best out of ourselves.” Cavanagh said they would look to set what they stand for and what they want to achieve in the pre-season. He’s calling for the community and supporters to get behind them. “It’s a new chapter,” he said. “We want to bring along as many people as we can.”

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Davies and Holmes named among Magpies training squad City West Falcons pair Zoe Davies and Montana Holmes have been named training partners for Collingwood’s Super Netball team for a second straight year. The pair return as training partners along with Casey Adamson, while Olivia Wilkinson joins the club for the first time. Davies made her Super Netball debut this season due to illness and injury to squad members and didn’t look out of place when she got her opportunity. For the Falcons, she was again a star in defence winning the grand final most valuable player award for the second time. Holmes was also a key for the Falcons in their premiership run, dominating in the middle of the court. She is yet to make her Super Netball debut. Both played for Collingwood’s Australian Netball Championship side this year. Wilkinson is a 190cm goaler who showed promising signs throughout the ANC tournament and during the Victorian Netball League season with her home club, the Peninsula Waves. Hailing from Boroondara Express in the VNL, Adamson offers great versatility through the midcourt with great agility and a strong defensive mindset. Collingwood’s netball general manager Amie Quirk congratulated the four athletes on their selection. “We’re delighted to welcome back Montana, Casey and Zoe and to also have Olivia join our SSN program for the 2023 season,” she said.

Zoe Davies. (Robbab Photography)

“All four are young talented players who have a lot to offer our program and we are excited to watch them continue to develop and grow.”

SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which tennis veteran recently said in regards to her retirement that a chance of return to the sport was “very high”?

5. In which year was Lance Armstrong stripped of his titles after his controversial doping scandal?

2. Judo is a martial art from which country?

6. The new Netflix series The Redeem Team, revisits the underdog story of the US men’s basketball team at which Olympics?

3. Which F1 racer recently won the US Grand Prix? 4. How many teams compete in the NFL professional league?

7. Who won the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup event? 8. True or false: The sport bouldering involves rock climbing without a harness? 9. Which Formula One team do Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll currently race for? 10. Who is currently the longest serving AFL coach in the league? 11. Tennis professional Simona Halep hails from which country? 12. Joshua Beltz and Madeleine Murphy are the respective men’s and women's teams captains of which Hobart-based field hockey club?

13. For how many games was Italy’s Sara Tounesi banned for biting a Japanese opponent during a Women’s Rugby World Cup match?

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14. What AFLW team plays its home matches at the Swinburne Centre? 15. In what event did Cathy Freeman win gold at the 2000 Olympics? 16. What was Don Bradman’s Test bowling average? 17. Who won the Australian V8 Supercar Series Championship in 2003 and 2004, before pursuing a career in the US as a NASCAR driver?

22. Who recorded Australia’s quickest ICC Twenty20 International half-century in their World Cup match against Sri Lanka?

18. Which horse won the 2021 running of the Melbourne Cup?

23. What two countries are making their debut at the recent Rugby League World Cup?

19. The US state of Texas is home to which three NBA teams?

24. Who finished on top of the English Premier League standings in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons?

20. In what year did Dennis Lillee throw an aluminium cricket bat during a Test match at the WACA between Australia and England?

25. Hancock Prospecting recently withdrew their $15 million sponsorship deal with which sport?

21. Ross Lyon was recently announced as the new head coach of what AFL team?

26. Which Men’s Big Bash League team has “won” the most wooden spoons?

27. What is the predominant colour used by Formula 1 team Mercedes-AMG Petronas? 28. Which two Major League Baseball teams qualified to face off in the 2022 World Series? 29. Which two international teams drew a crowd of over 90,000 to their recent ICC Twenty20 World Cup match at the MCG? 30. True or false: Australia will face the Republic of Ireland, Nigeria and Canada in next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup?

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1. Serena Williams 2. Japan 3. Max Verstappen 4. 32 5. 2012 6. 2008 Beijing Games 7. USA 8. True 9. Aston Martin 10. Damien Hardwick 11. Romania 12. Tassie Tigers 13. 12 14. Richmond 15. Women’s 400m 16. 36.00 17. Marcus Ambrose 18. Verry Elleegant 19. Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, and San Antonio Spurs 20. 1979 21. St Kilda 22. Marcus Stoinis 23. Greece and Jamaica 24. Manchester City 25. Netball 26. Sydney Thunder 27. Silver 28. Houston Astros, and Philadelphia Phillies 29. India and Pakistan 30. True Wednesday, 2 November, 2022 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY 17

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WRFL names Ritchie Hinton as incoming CEO Ritchie Hinton has been appointed the Western Region Football League’s new chief executive. The league announced on Thursday that Hinton had been appointed to the role and would start on November 7. Originally a qualified lawyer in the United Kingdom, Hinton has spent the last 16 years working in the Victorian and wider Australian and international sports industries. He was previously head of soccer with Elite Sports Properties/TLA Worldwide, national field manager with Cricket Australia, and a lecturer at Masters’ level on ‘sport, law and regulation’ at Victoria University. He has also served as chief executive at Table Tennis Victoria and Baseball Victoria and is an elected board member of VicSport. “Ritchie has a passion for using sport as a tool for social cohesion and improving physical and mental health outcomes for its participants,” the league said in the announcement. “Ritchie is a western suburbs local, having

lived in the area since arriving from the UK and has been involved at a grassroots level with his local football and cricket clubs as a coach and parent volunteer. “Ritchie brings significant management experience and leadership skills to the role, as well as a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges of grassroots sports participation across a range of sports.” League president Meredith Angwin said Hinton was chosen after a comprehensive recruitment process, citing his strategic and commercial development experience as a key factor in his selection. She said he brings expertise and demonstrated capability to develop grassroot sports organisations and work with clubs, participants, commercial and government stakeholders to grow deep partnerships. “Ritchie’s experience will complement our high performing WRFL HQ team who run our football and netball league operations, work with our clubs to grow participation and manage our digital and social media presence

with extensive reach across the west. “The WRFL board is delighted to welcome Ritchie as the new CEO of our league. We look forward to introducing him to our community and sponsors,” she said. Hinton said he was keen to get started in the new role and work closely with the WRFL community. “Our focus will be to provide as many opportunities as possible for people to play football and netball in the Western Suburbs and help our clubs be the best they can be.” Hinton replaces Matthew Duck, who had been in the role since late 2017. Tara Murray

Ritchie Hinton (supplied)

Sports shorts Bowls Altona snuck home in a thriller against Bundoora RSL in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division. Playing under lights on Friday night, Altona won 76 (14)-72 (4). Nathan Wilson and David Ferguson were the winning skips. Yarraville Footscray remains without a win, losing to Melbourne, 74 (16)-61 (2). Brett Mahoney was the winning skip for Yarraville Footscray.

VAFA The Victorian Amateur Football Association season will kick off on April 15 next year. The VAFA released its calendar for next year, with all senior competitions set to kick off that weekend. The men’s premier competitions will no longer have two consecutive byes, with one of those byes to be held later in the season. The women’s premier competition will increase to 10 teams and they will play an 18 round season. It’s hoped the that the second and third women’s competitions will be in the same format.

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United falls short again

Stella Bridgewater and Michael Ktona will be back in Williamstown colours next season. The Victorian Football League club announced last week the two had committed to its women’s and men’s teams respectively. Bridgewater played all 14 games in her first season at the club, while Ktona was able to crack the senior side in his first year at the club.

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Nicolas Milanovic scored in the first half. (Supplied)

Western United coach John Aloisi voiced his frustration at inconsistent refereeing following his side’s 4-2 loss to the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League on Saturday. United led the encounter 2-0 at half time after goals to Nicolas Milanovic and Connor Pain had them in control. A red card early in the second half to Nikolai Topor-Stanley for a dangerous tackle left United with 10 men for the rest of the game. The Mariners pounced, scoring four second half goals to come away with the 4-2 win, leaving United win less after the first four rounds. Aloisi said he was unsure whether they would appeal Topor-Stanley’s red card, but said a similar incident earlier in the game against Marco Tulio had gone unpunished. “What I don’t understand is the Tulio challenge on one of our players in the first half,” he said. “No attempt to play the ball and the studs

are up and above his knee and there wasn’t even a yellow card. “That’s where I get frustrated. We were comfortable with two-nil we were away from home and they weren’t really creating much. “The biggest negative for me was the inconsistency from the referring … yes I have to look at myself and I have to look at my players, but I can’t understand how they can get something so different when it’s a similar challenge.” While frustrated at the refereeing, Aloisi said his players should have been better in the second half. Having been 2-0 up, he said they should have been able to do enough to come away with the points. “The red card changed the game,” he said. “It doesn’t mean we accept that, we have to be more resilient with 10 men. “Show that bit of resilience that we’ve lacked a little bit so far. It hasn’t been the best start for us.

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“We have to roll up our sleeves and show character and show what we are capable of doing and we’ve got two games before the break, turn the season around.” Aloisi said the frustration at the refereeing reflected in the way they played in the second half. He said they have to focus on their game and make sure that they defend better and be better with the ball. “Those individual battles that we lost, where we usually defend better or we normally do better, was unlike our players,” he said. “We’re down to 10 men that it is going to be hard, we were two goals in front you should still be able to back ups against the wall, no problem, and show that resilience.” Aloisi said there were no fresh injuries out of the game. James Troisi was ruled out during the week due to a calf strain. Aloisi said they were hopeful of getting a few players back for their match with Adelaide United on Sunday.

The Western Bulldogs will play finals this season for the first time since 2018 in the AFLW competition. The Bulldogs needed a final round win against Carlton in the final round on Friday night against Carlton. Skipper Ellie Blackburn was the hero kicking a goal in the dying minutes to put the Bulldogs in front. They held on to win 5.4 (34)-4.7 (31) despite the Blues having a shot on goal after the siren to claim the win.

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On the hunt for the next generation of stars With pandemic seemingly behind them, Footscray Lacrosse is hoping to build on its already successful program. Having won both the men’s and women’s titles this season and being named the Lacrosse Victoria team of the year, the club is keen to develop that next generation of talent. Footscray’s Chris Miles said they were having a massive recruitment drive. “On the back of two years of COVID, we have suffered a bit with junior numbers,” he said. “We’ve got a number of come and try days and we’re doing heaps of clinics. “Lacrosse looks like it could be in the 2028 Olympics and hopefully if it is, then it’s in the 2032 Olympics in Australia. “Lacrosse as a sport is still a small sport and not highly saturated, but there’s plenty of opportunities for kids to take up.”

It is that allure of possibly playing at a home Olympics that the club is hoping will get more players involved. Footscray players have played a key role in national teams in recent times. There were six players in the women’s Australian squad this year, while there are six men still in contention for the men’s national team ahead of the final cut. With the west the ‘mecca’ of the sport in Victoria there is plenty of interest in the sport, but Miles said they are keen to get some children coming through. “We’ve got a good junior program with a lot of players coming through the junior age groups,” he said. “The club as a whole always does a lot of clinics, but we have put more of focus this season with come and try days. “We’re doing a massive drive for the super

stars of tomorrow and the opportunity to play in the Olympics is part of that.” The club this year had junior teams in the under-10s, under-12s, under-14s, under-16s and under-18s, a combination of boys, girls and mixed. One junior team they didn’t have this season was under-18 boys. It’s one team they would like to get up and go again. “They fell away with the pandemic,” he said. “After two years they found other interests and didn’t come back. “We’re starting to rebuild it.” The club is running an eight week come and try program for children aged between five and 16 starting on November 14 and running into next year at Angliss Reserve, Yarraville. Details: http://ow.ly/Yf9m50LoXIj Tara Murray

Footscray wants to grow its juniors.

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Whitford the new coach at Casey Demons

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Cricket delayed again By Tara Murray The waiting game continues for cricketers across Melbourne’s west with rain and unplayable grounds playing havoc and it could go on another couple of weeks in some competitions. Competitions across Melbourne’s north-west cancelled all games, men’s, women’s and juniors, on the weekend after heavy rain last week leaving many grounds unplayable. For many competitions, including the Victorian Turf and Victorian Sub-District cricket associations, it’s the fifth straight week play has been cancelled. The North West Metropolitan Cricket Association had some games round one, but it has been slim pickings since. The Victorian Premier Cricket women’s competitions have managed three weeks of play, while there has been none in the men’s competition. VTCA president Zoran Havranek said it could be another two or three weeks before they get play due to more rain predicted and

the number of grounds out of action. “It’s not just us, it’s every local association going through the same battle,” he said. “It’s one of those things that is out of our control. “We have 15 grounds out of action. Playing on turf is very different from hard wicket. “Many of the grounds are water logged. Many can’t get equipment on the grounds. “I don’t even feel like we get on in the next two or three weeks.” Havranek said some of the grounds impacted by the Maribyrnong River flooding might not be usable until December He said with different bases on the grounds, clay based in the north and more sand in the west, was another thing they had to take into consideration. With four days already lost, with the fifth rescheduled, some players and supporters on social media have called for the fixture to change. Havranek said that was something they were considering. “We’ll put it out to the clubs and let them decide,” he said. “The clubs are our members and they are

the ones closer to the players.” Havranek said he understood players were frustrated. After two years of COVID-19 impacting cricket, he said this is another blow for local clubs. “It can be a bit disheartening,” he said. “Everyone is ready to go and excited about playing in whites and playing with the red ball. “For the wider community, sport is something that draws people together.” The VSDCA made the call to change its fixture before the latest wash out. All games before Christmas are now one-dayers. “The feedback received from clubs since the washout on Saturday is, whilst all clubs would like to play two-day cricket, the clear majority want to play the 15 rounds,” VSDCA secretary Ken Hilton said. “The original fixture had first and second XI playing a mix of one and two day games ( nine rounds) up to the Christmas-New Year break. The board has decided that we still retain the nine rounds but convert them all to one-day games.”

Altona premiership player Taylor Whitford is the Casey Demons new Victorian Football League coach. Whitford, who has been the Demons senior assistant coach for the last two seasons, has been promoted to the senior role, replacing Mark Corrigan, who has joined Geelong. Whitford has previously coached North Launceston in the Tasmanian State League leading them to two premierships. He also joined the side to two premierships. Whitford added to his coaching achievements this season, playing a pivotal role in Casey’s drought-breaking VFL premiership victory over Southport. Melbourne AFL football operations general manager Marcus Wagner said the club was thrilled to appoint one of Casey’s own to the role. “After a thorough process, we had no hesitation in offering Taylor the senior coaching role, with his coaching philosophy, character and values shining through,” he told Melbourne Media. “Taylor has worked in our men’s VFL program for the past two seasons, while also working with our AFL program on main training days, so has built some really strong relationships with the playing groups. “This appointment is a testament to the work Taylor has put in since arriving at Casey. We anticipate a seamless transition for the program and look forward to having him officially start in his new role on November 1.” Whitford, who is a secondary school teacher by trade, was equally as excited to get started. As well as being an assistant coach at the Demons this year, Whitford played a key role for the Vikings in their Western Region Football League division 1 premiership. He played 11 games including the grand final. “It’s an absolute honour to be the next head coach of Casey,” Whitford told Melbourne Media. “It’s a great group of players, coaches and staff and I can’t wait to get started.”

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