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From the sounds of reggae, dub and rocksteady to the scents of jerk chicken, Williamstown will soon become a celebration of all things Jamaican. Seaworks will be hosting the Jamaican Music and Food Festival on Saturday, December 10 from 11am to 9pm. Festival co-organiser Stick Mareebo said this year will be the seventh running of the festival, including international music acts in Turbulence (Jamaica) and Rubi Du (New Zealand), local band Ska Vendors, and local First Nations reggae artist Bart Willoughby. “We’re very privileged that we have him performing this year,” he said. Mr Mareebo said visitors can visit three sound systems throughout the event, including a ‘DIY’ solar-powered sound system. “It’s a smorgasbord of Jamaican music,” he said. Mr Mareebo said the festival will be a celebration of Jamaica’s diverse culture, with 25 food stalls covering many cuisines and a children’s zone. “The Jamaican motto is ‘out of many, one people’,” he said. Details: www.jmff.com.au
Footscray’s Green wave By Matthew Sims An increase of support for Greens candidates across inner-city seats has extended as far west as Footscray, with Labor MP Katie Hall predicted to retain the seat despite a 13.6 per cent swing to the Greens. Williamstown MP Melissa Horne has also been re-elected, while Labor’s Mathew Hilakari will represent the new seat of Point Cook and former Tarneit MP Sarah Connolly will represent the new seat of Laverton. Ms Hall secured 54.56 per cent of the twocandidate-preferred vote with 17,354 votes, while Greens candidate Elena Pereyra obtained 14,451 two-candidate-preferred votes (45.44 per cent).
Ms Hall received 14,078 first preference votes (44.24 per cent), while Ms Pereyra secured 7061 first preference votes (22.19 per cent), Liberal candidate Emete Joesika received 5456 first preference votes (17.14 per cent) and Victorian Socialists candidate Jorge Jorquera obtained 3160 first preference votes (9.93 per cent). In the new seat of Point Cook, Labor’s Mathew Hilakari has been predicted to win, despite a 3.2 per cent swing against Labor. Mr Hilakari secured 12,657 first preference votes (40.59 per cent), while Liberal candidate Angela Newhouse received 7705 first preference votes (24.71 per cent), independent candidate Joe Garra obtained 2309 first preference votes (7.4 per cent) and Greens candidate Shamsher Khan received 2009 first
preference votes (6.44 per cent). The Victorian Electoral Commission has begun a recount for the two-candidate preferred vote for Point Cook. “I’ll work hard to make sure our community gets the infrastructure and support that will make our community even better,” Mr Hilakari said in a Facebook post. Ms Newhouse said she was disappointed the Liberals’ pledges to duplicate Point Cook Road, an eco-tourism wetlands centre, and a bike and pedestrian bridge along Queen Street were unlikely to go ahead after failing to attract matching pledges from Labor. Labor’s Melissa Horne has retained the seat of Williamstown despite a 9.55 per cent swing against Labor.
Ms Horne received 62.52 per cent of the two-candidate preferred votes, with 20,771 votes, while Liberal candidate Daria Kellander received 12,452 two-candidate preferred votes (37.48 per cent). Ms Horne said it was an “honour” to be re-elected by the people of Williamstown. Ms Kellander said she would continue to fight for the west. “Our need for better infrastructure, better healthcare, and more jobs in the west won’t change,” she said. On a two-candidate-preferred basis, Ms Connolly secured 68.43 per cent of the vote in Laverton, with a total of 15,530, while Mr Reddy amassed 7166 votes or 31.57 per cent of the vote.
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Yarraville residents are deep for disadvantagedencouraged to dig children across the western suburbs this The Yarraville Traders festive season. Association is once again teaming up with the Les Twentyman Founda tion to provide gifts to disadvantaged children as part of its giving tree initiativ e. Association preside said visitors or residennt Chris Byrne ts can donate to the initiative at the Yarraville Grill’d restaurant from Thursda “A small gift can makey, December 1. Christmas a little bit better for kids in the community,“ he said. Mr Byrne said donatio unwrapped to reduce ns should be left processing time. “It’s really a commu nity initiative,” he said. “A lot of the traders will be donating gift vouchers.” Yarraville Village will also have a number of special visitors Christmas Day, includin ahead of g Santa Claus on Saturday, Decemb er 10 and Saturda y, December 17 from 3pm to 4pm, the Pitchface choir on Saturday, Decemb er 17 from 4pm to 5pm and a skating elf and The Grinch on Friday, December 23 from 5pm to 6pm.
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request a further report on the final McIvor Friends of McIvor Reserve Reserve Master Plan “From the first round spokesperson Miles in March Gilbert has expresse A new six-court indoor 2023. we have been concern of public consultation, citing a preferen d the Yarraville group’s sports centre and ed about the sincerit disappointment in ce to address the recreation and leisure of the council’s engagem y Maribyrnong council Indoor approval of a draft ent process with the Sports Stadium Strategy before looking ’s 31 proposed projects facilities were among commu master plan for the nity. at the McIvor Reserve Master outlined in the approve reserve, McIvor Reserve which includes a new Plan. d “Going forward, we six-court indoor sports Draft Master Plan. “I think we’re sort will look centre. of putting the cart According to council options before and compromises that at alternative the horse a little bit ’s 2018 Indoor Stadium The decision followed here,” better fulfil the Strategy, up to a needs of all users at Maribyrnong mayor he said. months of public dozen new indoor the park and we plan consultation during sports Sarah courts Carter said she need to contribu to community membe which a number of demand across be built to meet growing council te to the ongoing consultation with would dispute Cr Crawford’s stance on rs .” the issue. the municipality. opposition to the stadium expressed their Mr Gilbert said the Councillor Michae due to its impact on “We have followed approval of the draft l Clarke said the green space and the due process,” she said. was an “unfortunate plan master plan draft existing dog park facilities Maribyr and frustrating outcom and During its meeting on . for parkland at e” aimed to encoura its recommended projects commu nong council is hosting five the reserve. nity engagement ge more council passed a motionTuesday, November 15, “It’s disappointing sessions at the social linkages, especial physical activity and McIvor Reserve to note that the the significa majorit ly within the younger hockey pavilion on community interest nt councillors who y of our populat Thursday, in the master plan ion. December 1 (5pm for the that has caused were present believe a plan Yarraville reserve, to “Whether it’s part approve the release such division in the 7.15pm) and Saturda 6pm and 6.15pm to of an indoor of draft master plan for community or outdoor y, December 3 (10am community commen the is worthy of delivering to the public , we need more opportu game... 11am, 11.15am to 12.15pm to t and consultation,” for further commu and 12.30pm to nity for 1.30pm he said. nity interaction,” he ). said. Cr Simon Crawfo rd opposed the motion Details: www.yourcityyourvoice , mcivor .com.au/
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Employment pathways for single west mums Single mums in the west can access a free careers and employment pathways program run by the Council of Single Mothers and their Children. Bloom is designed to be a flexible, supportive, and gentle program to ease mothers back into work or help them redesign their career or long term future plans. Program facilitator Erika Williams said the initiative would involve a series of fortnightly one on one personalized consultations that runs over about 10 to 12 weeks. Ms Williams said single mothers are a
group that may not fit into conventional employment programs or pathways and they need a lot of nuanced, and individualised support networks around the wide, varied and unique needs of single mother families. “Single mothers have often experience things such as family violence, economic insecurity, housing stress, there’s a lot of stressors and other barriers that make it very difficult for single mums to get ahead,” she said. “The sessions are very much based on each individual members experience, some might
already be working full time or working part time, but they’re really unhappy in what they’re doing and they want to move into another area of work.” Ms Williams said 38 per cent of single mother families are currently living under the poverty line. “They get very little in terms of living off their government payments and other supports,” she said. “We need to be paying attention to assisting single mothers who are experiencing the huge deficit burden of the current cost of living
crisis, and things like that because it affects more families than you think. “It’s very difficult living within their means and to look after what can be from one to five children.” Ms Williams said some single mothers may also feel alone, and the program will also include monthly networking events. Details: 0423 189 340 or bloom@csmc.org.au
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Park’s future in doubt By Matthew Sims West Footscray residents are encouraged to have their say on whether or not to keep the temporary pop-up park at the corner of Clarke Street and Barkly Street. Installed at the end of 2020 and initially identified in the West Footscray Neighbourhood Plan 2018 as a space which could be adapted for community use, the Clarke Street Pop-up Park has offered residents a safe and inviting outdoor space to connect and has remained a popular place for residents to meet, play and relax long after restrictions were lifted. Maribyrnong mayor Sarah Carter said it was important to gauge the level of support and opposition for the pop-up park.
“There is no doubt these temporary pop-up parks, which have transformed areas traditionally allocated to vehicles into spaces able to be enjoyed by people, have been popular with residents and traders alike,” she said. “Although, it is also true that not everyone has welcomed them. “It is important that we understand the local appetite for retaining the Clarke Street Pop-up Park before making any decisions on its future.” The retention of the Barkly Village pop-up park will lead to the permanent loss of two car parks and a permanent closure of the host section of roadway. West Footscray Neighbourhood House marketing co-ordinator Bec Gelsi said the
organisation supports making the pop-up park permanent. “The pop-up park was a lifeline during 2021 with many of our programs running there in the open air,” she said. “It’s been well used by the community since it was opened and it’s fantastic to see people enjoying the space and connecting with one another.” Feedback closes at 5pm on Sunday, December 18. Maribyrnong council representatives will be at the Clarke Street Pop-up Park from 4.30pm to 6.30pm on Thursday, December 8 and from 10am to noon on Sunday, December 11. Details: yourcityyourvoice.com.au/ ClarkeStreet
Fibre to the premises [FTTP] National Broadband Network [NBN] connections are on the way for a number of residents across Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay. Upgrades across Maribyrnong, Maidstone, Braybrook, Laverton and Altona Meadows will deliver faster broadband connections as part of federal government investments across the west. nbn customer experience and products executive general manager Joe Lathan said as technology continues to evolve, the demand for faster and more reliable internet connections continues to increase. “This is being driven by trends such as hybrid work and study arrangements and an increase in online entertainment, such as streaming services and gaming, across multiple devices,” he said. “We want more people to reap the benefits of fast and reliable internet, now and into the future.” Fraser MP Daniel Mulino said the digital landscape continues to play a bigger role in people’s lives across the western suburbs each year. “The past two years of COVID in particular have shown the importance of reliable internet for so many workers and businesses in Fraser and around the nation,” he said. FTTP is the nbn’s fastest and most reliable residential connection and can deliver wholesale download speeds of close to one gigabit per second, which can support activities such as simultaneous streaming of high-definition video, faster downloading and uploading of large files. Details: www.nbn.com.au/fibreupgrade
Testing by the EPA detects fluctuating E.coli levels in Maribyrnong River The Environment Protection Authority [EPA] Victoria has found levels of E.coli, an indicator for faecal contamination, has returned to levels above the recommended guidelines in the Maribyrnong River following last month’s flooding event. The most recent testing conducted on Wednesday, November 23 recorded the highest concentration of E.coli was at Solomon’s Ford at 1300 MPN (most probable number), while it is advised that levels must not exceed 550 MPN. The testing conducted on November 23 also detected levels at Pipemakers Park were
at 820 MPN and at 730 MPN at the Footscray Rowing Club location. The results reflected more than a six-fold increase at the Pipemakers Park and Footscray Rowing Club testing locations compared to testing conducted on Wednesday, October 16. EPA’s advice has remained to avoid all contact with flood-impacted rivers, as bacteria levels often spike after a heavy rainfall event. Melbourne Water has also offered one-off $600 bill rebate for eligible customers whose home or business was flooded above floor-level. Work has also progressed to focus on
clean-up efforts in public areas and damage repair, including clearing litter and debris from inlet and outlet structures and grated pits, removing fallen trees, and repairing and removing fallen fences throughout the Maribyrnong River precinct. Surveyors have also been out gathering data from residential properties and other impacted sites, which will help shape future flood modelling. Melbourne Water managing director Dr Nerina Di Lorenzo said the ongoing work was vital to support the region’s recovery. “Our people have been working tirelessly
every day to clear debris, assess damage and make those urgent repairs needed to keep our waterways and communities safe, and that work will continue for some time,” she said. “We encourage people to report any ongoing impacts to your local waterways or Melbourne Water assets in your area by contacting 131 722. Details: www.melbournewater.com.au or www.epa.vic.gov.au/for-community/f loodimpacted-rivers Matthew Sims
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Park milestone finally marked By Cr Michael Clarke Two of the great pleasures of living in the city of Maribyrnong are the beautiful open spaces we enjoy and the strong sense of community. Both of these aspects came together last weekend when my fellow councillors and I joined hundreds of locals to belatedly celebrate the 50th birthday of Cruickshank Park in Yarraville, delayed by a year due to pandemic restrictions. With the first trees planted on October 25 1979, and named after former mayor George Cruickshank, the former wasteland was opened to the public after a dramatic transformation on July 26, 1981. It was a fantastic party held in the park to commemorate the milestone with an interactive wildlife demonstration, a performance by a children’s choir, a sausage sizzle courtesy of the Rotary Club of Yarraville and, of course, a gigantic birthday cake. I was delighted to be able to pay tribute to the advisory committee that was formed in the 1960s, whose devotion transformed the area – once home to around 11 quarries and later became an informal waste disposal tips for the public – into the rolling green haven it is today. The redevelopment had been a labour of love for Lola and Peter Anderson, aged 81 and 85 respectively, who were awarded the Maribyrnong Citizens of the Year Award in 2021 for kick-starting the campaign to create an urban oasis on the site all those years ago. The Yarraville couple, who have lived in our
Briefs Fatal Braybrook fire A 42-year-old Braybrook man has died following a house fire in Braybrook on Friday, November 25. Victoria Police said emergency services were called to reports of the blaze at a Winjeel Court address about 8.45am. Paramedics treated the 42-year-old man, who died at the scene, while a 76-year-old Braybrook man was taken to hospital in a serious condition. Police have started investigations into the exact circumstances surrounding the fire, with the Arson Squad also attending the scene.
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municipality all their lives, exemplifies what can be achieved when community spirit and tenacity combine. Today, Cruickshank Park supports a thriving ecosystem attracting a range of native animals, and providing a place for locals to wander, walk their dogs and enjoy nature. Many attendees told me at the birthday celebration that during the COVID-19 lockdowns, the park was a saviour to them. These conversations bring home the importance of our outdoor recreational spaces for the health and wellbeing of our community. So, it pleases me greatly that council’s Open Space Strategy will ensure our residents can enjoy the great outdoors by creating new spaces like Cruickshank Park now and well into the future.
Maribyrnong children are encouraged to unleash their creative side to go in the draw to meet Santa Claus himself. As part of Maribyrnong council’s Christmas celebrations, parents are encouraged to download the council’s MARIality phone application and then collect a Santa and Sirens Colouring Competition colouring sheet from participating local traders, libraries, or community centres. Entries for the Santa and Sirens Colouring Competition close on Wednesday, December 7. Details: www. maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/xmas
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Wheels turn on draft bike plan By Matthew Sims Maribyrnong council has taken the next step in expanding its bicycle sport facilities, endorsing a draft Maribyrnong Bike Sports Infrastructure and Development Plan. At its meeting on Tuesday, November 15, council passed a motion to endorse the draft plan and receive a further report following community consultation. Proposed actions outlined in the draft plan included extending the Quarry Park Mountain Bike Park, renewing and extending the Yarraville Pump Track and providing a
four-cross mountain bike track in Cranwell Park and developing learn to ride tracks and pump tracks near play spaces. Maribyrnong councillor Michael Clarke said the approval of the draft plan was an “absolutely momentous” step in the council’s support of bike sports. “What we’re looking at here is going to be a further expanding and recognition of cycling and bike sports,” he said. Cr Clarke said the plan would create potential sites for Maribyrnong to host a number of bike sporting events, including the Red Bull UCI Pump Track World
Championships. “We can be on the world calendar here in this city,” he said. “We can use cycling to draw international events here to Maribyrnong. “We can be the culture bearers for what is a mode of transport, which is going to be transformative for so many of us here in the west.” Cr Clarke said actions outlined in the plan stretched from the southern end of Maribyrnong to the northern end. “This is a wonderful opportunity for those who have not had the opportunity to take up
cycling,” he said. “We are leading it for the west.” Cr Simon Crawford also welcomed the draft plan. “It’s going to really put our city in the map,” he said. “It’s going to take cycling from just being something that we use for transport...it’s really going to expand on that and really get people excited about cycling.” Feedback on the draft plan closes at midnight on Friday, December 16. Details: www.yourcityyourvoice.com.au/ bikesports
‘Stoked’ to be on stage Two Melbourne-based bands will soon be hitting the stage at the Newport Bowls Club. Werribee-based vocalist Jimmy Cupples and Yarraville drummer Haydn Meggitt are members of soul and blues rock outfit King Canyon, who will be supporting The Badloves on Sunday, November 4, from 2pm to 5pm. A finalist in the 2012 season of The Voice, Cupples said his love for singing comes from his parents and growing up around the western suburbs such as Newport, Altona and Williamstown. “I was only eight years old, and as an only child they brought me along to all their shows,” he said. “I would listen intently to their voices and from there, I developed an ear for music. “I grew up in a time when a lot of parents didn’t want their kids to take on a life of music.
“I was very blessed they were in the music scene.” Cupples said he formed his new band King Canyon with guitarist James Ryan in March of 2020. “It’s just been an incredible joy since then,” he said. “There was a really incredible chemistry.” Cupples said he was “totally stoked” to be supporting The Badloves, as well as supporting Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock frontman Ross Wilson on his Cool World tour, including a show at Summerfield Winery in Moonambel on Saturday, December 10. Cupples said the band is coming out of a long stint in the recording studio, with creativity flowing from all band members, ahead of the release of the band’s debut album via Golden Robot Records. “It’s an incredibly rare experience,” he said.
King Canyon band member Jimmy Cupples has rediscovered his love for writing and performing original music. (Damjan Janevski) 309557_03
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Award for police diversity push By Matthew Sims Victoria University [VU] has received recognition for delivering its Police Diversity Recruitment Program, winning the Excellence in Community Engagement award at the 2022 Engagement Australia Excellence Awards. Held on Monday, November 21, in Sydney, the awards acknowledged the most exciting engagement activities undertaken by universities which demonstrate far-reaching impact and innovation in the Australian and New Zealand economy and community. Run via VU’s Polytechnic vocational education arm, Jobs Victoria established the pilot program in 2018 in conjunction with funding from the state government’s Department of Education. Over the past four years, VU Polytechnic has
helped run eight programs with more than 130 participants across its duration, 70 of which have commenced the recruitment process and 20 of which have been accepted into the Police Academy, while others are currently employed as protective service officers or correction officers. Victoria University deputy vocational education vice-chancellor Dianne Semmens said the university was “very proud” to receive the award. “We would like to extend our deep appreciation to Engagement Australia for this honour,” she said. “We would also like to congratulate the other finalists.” During the 15-week programs, teachers worked closely with potential recruits from African and refugee backgrounds to help build their skills around language, numeracy,
cultural understanding, fitness and swimming, with additional support from a number of different organisations, including Jesuit Social Services, Matchworks and Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. Ms Semmens said the success of the program was due to the efforts of the participants. “This award really belongs to the participants who took a bold leap of faith to be part of this innovative program,” she said. “Our community is all the richer for increased diversity among serving police members.” Victoria Police Superintendent Mark Porter said the program showed the importance of a diverse police force. “For the police force to be effective, it must truly reflect all parts of the community which it serves,” he said.
Police Diversity Recruitment Program participants Victor Namutwe and Paul Fahnbulleh. (Supplied)
Festive Christmas fete St Stephens Uniting Church Williamstown will be transforming into a Christmas wonderland over two days. As part of the church’s inaugural Christmas fair, the church will be a hive of activity on Friday, December 2, from 3.30pm to 7pm, and Saturday, December 3, from 9am to 2pm. Church volunteer and event co-organiser Iris Whitehurst said there will be a range of goods on offer, including outdoor plants, home-made gifts and other handcrafts. “We’ve had wonderful donations,” she said. “The hall is used by many community groups, so funds raised will be used to maintain the hall.” Hot food, cold drinks, tea and coffee will
also be on offer throughout the two days, with a gold coin donation entry fee. Door prizes will also be up for grabs for all attendees. Details: ststephensucawilliamstown.com Matthew Sims
Church volunteers Bev Roberts and Iris Whitehurst prepare for the Christmas fair. (Damjan Janevski) 308987_01
Christmas in Yarraville This Christmas, why not give a gift of meaning. Shop local, shop Yarraville, and celebrate this Festive season with a bang! The Yarraville Traders Association are happy to announce that Santa will be walking the Village with his Elf spreading cheer on Saturday 10th and Saturday 17th from 3pm-4pm in December. Pitchface Community Choir will also perform in the pop up park on Saturday the 17th from 4pm-5pm in December. Lastly, Skating Elf and The Grinch rove the Village on Friday, December 23rd from 5pm-6pm to inspire a bit of shopping fun!
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Barry set to ‘blow thru’ The nostalgic whimsy of Barry Morgan’s World of Organs will be soon making its way to stages across Melbourne’s western suburbs. Barry’s roadie and alter ego Stephen ‘Stretch’ Teakle said he and Barry are looking forward to stopping in at Newport after the ‘Barry Blows thru Your Town’ tour is wrapping up following shows at a number of regional towns throughout the state. Teakle said Barry will be gracing the stage at the Newport Comedy Room at the Newport Bowls Club for a special one-night-only performance on Friday, December 2 from 8pm. “I’ve been busy loading Barry’s organ into the van,” he said. “Barry is tickled pink.”
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Teakle said the show will involve Barry’s unique style of organ playing ripped right from the 1970s. “It’s a whirlwind of fun and organ magic,” he said. “Barry plays it as modern as tomorrow. “He’s always dressed to the nines.” Teakle said the show will be fun for the whole family and will hopefully be a tonic for the senses following COVID-19 lockdowns. “Barry says bring your nannas ‘cause nannas never tell’,” he said. “He’s been concerned about the mental health of Australians.” Teakle said Barry will also be returning to the western suburbs for a special Christmas show at Footscray’s Hotel Westwood on Friday, December 9 from 8pm. “He’s got all the Christmas tunes,” he said.
Barry Morgan will be gracing stages in Newport and Footscray over the coming weeks.
“Barry doesn’t have the white beard but he has the white hair from all the Bex powders.” Teakle said he is also excited for a special one-night-only joint performance with his band ‘Stretch & The Truth and Barry Morgan’ at The Brunswick Ballroom on Tuesday, December 6.
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Teakle is a multi-instrumentalist who began his musical career learning to play the organ as a youngster and created Barry Morgan out of nostalgia for the popularity of home organs in the late 70s and 80s. Details: stellavision.com.au or hotelwestwood.com.au/events/barry-morgan
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Protecting Vic’s waterways Labor has announced a package of upgrades and works to protect the state’s waterways, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay. The works would include introducing planning controls on 12 key rivers and creeks in Melbourne to create wildlife corridors, protect waterways and restore the natural environment, including the Maribyrnong River, Cherry Creek, Kororoit Creek, Edgars Creek, Darebin Creek, Gardiners Creek, Jacksons Creek, Koonung Creek, Merri Creek, Moonee Ponds Creek, Steele Creek and Stony Creek. The work aimed to safeguard these waterways from any future inappropriate development. The package also included 500,000 new trees being planted across the western suburbs of Melbourne. Labor has also been delivering the Waterways of the West Action Plan, informed by a 50-year Community Vision, which highlights local aspirations to protect much-loved waterways in the west. Water Minister Harriet Shing said water was a “precious” resource. “Investing in our waterways means investing in the wildlife, communities, livelihoods and local economies that rely on them,” she said. Environment and Climate Action Minister Lily D’Ambrosio said the ongoing work aimed to protect the unique flora and fauna which depend on the state’s waterways.
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‘The Prince’ pads up for charity West Indies cricket legend Brian Lara thrilled locals at Footscray United on Saturday as part of a T10 charity match. Lara joined good friend and former teammate and now Footscray United star Daren Ganga to raise money for charity and for the club’s junior program. Players, including former Australian player Fawad Ahmed, paid for the opportunity to play alongside Lara before a question and answer session. Bulldogs vice-president Daniel Melican took the biggest wicket of his career, having Lara stumped for 52 off 27 balls.
West Indies cricketing legend joined with former Australian player Fawad Ahmed during the event. (Supplied)
Brian Lara pulled on the pads ahead of the game. (Supplied)
Officials were keen to pose with Brian Lara.
Brian Lara takes to the field.
Players enjoyed the opportunity to play with West Indies international cricketer Brian Lara. (Supplied)
Brian Lara also took part in a question and answer session. (Supplied)
Community gets a kick out of World Cup event Mosques across Melbourne’s west hosted a World Cup challenge and community day at the Islamic College of Melbourne in Tarneit on Sunday, November 27. About 150 players from the Australian Islamic Centre, Virgin Mary Mosque, Maidstone Mosque, Golden Wattle Mosque and the Association of Islamic Dakwah Australia formed 24 teams. “It was a lovely day, enjoyed by the numerous attendees and filled with positive community spirit,” Islamic College of Melbourne principal Dr Abdul Kamareddine said. Newport Storm Football Club were crowned the 2022 champions.
Food options for attendees included a sausage sizzle, fairy floss, popcorn and slushies.
Saad Elkurdi, Khaled Ajaj, Ragheb Elzhohbi Taher Elrahfihi, Abdul Kamareddine, Hayssam Rifai, Mohamad Alzohbi and Ahmad Ali.
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Newport Storm Football Club’s Alaa El Kurdi, Waleed El Hassan, Luke El Kurdi, Fahad Elbelli, Mohammed Abouzeid and Mohammed Abdullatiff. (Pictures: Omar Hawari)
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A petition calling for support for the strike action has been launched. (Joe Mastroianni). Pampas workers are on an indefinite strike in West Footscray.
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Workers want larger slice of pie By Matthew Sims A group of West Footscray pastry and pie makers are stopping work indefinitely to call for increased job security for long-term casual workers and a fairer pay rise. In addition to supplying Baker’s Delight’s Christmas mince pies, the West Footscray factory provides Coles and Woolworths with frozen pastry goods and produces Helga’s wraps. More than 50 workers from the West Footscray site are involved in the strike
action, which started on Monday, November 21, calling for a better offer for casual workers from Pampas’ owners Goodman Fielder. The group’s demands include converting more than 15 workers to direct employment and an increase of about $1.60 per hour each year for three years. Pampas strike delegate Lam Thanh said a number of the workers who have worked for 15 years or more remain casual. “One of the casuals here is sick, and still has to come to work every day,” Lam said. “She has worked hard for the company; she
should be able to stay home on leave. “Rather than employing the casuals who have worked hard for the company 15 years or longer, full time jobs have been given to people who have never worked here before.” United Workers Union organiser Andy Giles said the workers are requesting a pay rise which recognises the rising cost of living. “We are hearing a lot in the news right now about how workers in Australia need a pay rise,“ he said. “Pampas is willing to risk a national pastry and mince pie shortage just because they
want to keep long-term, skilled, committed workers on low wages and stressful, insecure contracts.” The group’s petition calling for support for the strike action includes more than 1150 signatures at the time of publication. Goodman Fielder was approached for comment. Details: www.megaphone.org.au/petitions/ pa mpas-goodma n-f ielder-we-wa nt-jobsecurity-and-fair-wages-for-your-workersnow.
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MY PLACE What is your connection to Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay? I have been employed by the Footscray Mechanics’ Institute [FMI] as librarian since March, 2020, unfortunately, just as the COVID pandemic was breaking. So the first two years were quite challenging, given the constant pandemic lockdowns. 2022 has proved to be a positive year for the FMI library, with big increases in both memberships and loans. My first interaction with Footscray was in the 1970s. Dad was in the RAAF in Point Cook, and we lived in Laverton. Footscray was a family shopping destination, with Forges being the highlight. I also saw my first VFL live games out at Western Oval. Great memories! What do you love about where you live? I was given a free pass as a ‘westie’ as I currently live in Wyndham Vale, so guess the western suburbs meant I would be a good fit for the FMI library. The west has great sports facilities, parks, shops, cafes, restaurants, and easy access to the city, Geelong, Surf Coast, Bellarine, Ballarat and beyond. Pleasingly, live music is also on the rise and is being promoted and supported right across Footscray and the western suburbs. How has your passion for the west informed your life and work? I was lucky to have been employed as a librarian since 1995. Much of that time working in public libraries, both in Queensland, and later in Hobsons Bay for a decade. I literally worked my way up from a part-time shelver in 1995 to becoming a library manager in 1999. I hold dual qualifications with a master’s degree in
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Footscray Mechanics’ Institute librarian Cameron Borg has found a love for the power of books and the ideas they hold. He spoke to Matthew Sims about what he loves about the west and his other passions.
librarianship and a post graduate diploma in archives. Mainly working in working-class areas, such as Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Biloela, and Runcorn in Brisbane, meant working in working-class Nicholson Street felt right at home to me. Knowledge is power, and I’ve personally seen how one book can change someone’s life for the better. Where is your favourite local place to spend time? I spend half of my week at Wyndham Vale, surrounded by music and books, and the
other half in our historic FMI library, here in Footscray. So I’m winning without even trying. Add in side trips to the bay, the city, Geelong and regional Victoria. It’s all in all a great place to live and work here in the west. Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you. I guess some people might be surprised that I grew up playing rugby league and Aussie Rules in Queensland. I won a few trophies in the Capricornia Australian Football League for Wandal in Queensland. Others
might be surprised that I’ve written some books, some self-published poetry and some non-fiction rock books picked up by Moonlight Publications here in Victoria. I’m also the editor of the second longest running fanzine in Australia. The fact that I’ve played in hardcore punk bands since 1982 is usually the biggest surprise people get once they know me, especially as it has now been documented in two films about the history of Australian punk music. The latest, ’Age of Rage’ by Jenny Ross, was shown at this year’s Melbourne Film Festival.
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Be bold and call out violence On average, one woman a week is murdered by her current or former partner, as unveiled by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety. Global organisation White Ribbon seeks to prevent the behaviours that lead to violent acts against women. Fatima Halloum learns from volunteers the best ways men can support the movement.
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jay Ramdas doesn’t believe you need to have witnessed or experienced family violence to be a passionate advocate for change. In 2015, the Melton resident began co-ordinating a support group for women on a journey to heal from the effects of abuse. “They come in, have a good time, laugh, and create friendships,” he said. “You can find family violence across all classes of people. “There’s no barrier whatsoever, we can see it in every community.” By 2016, Mr Ramdas took his commitment to be a role model further, when he joined the White Ribbon organisation as a volunteer. The group says it strives for an Australian society where all women and children are safe. “The purpose of the White Ribbon Campaign as a primary prevention, is to educate predominantly men but also women,” he said. “For the women [we want them to] know [when] what they’re going through could be violence or abuse and to be able distinguish between what is genuine love and controlling behaviour. “On the other side we want to educate men, a lot of perpetrators are not aware that they are engaging in violence or abuse because that is how they’ve grown up, they think that [controlling women] is just the way a family should be run.” Mr Ramdas believes a key element of the campaign is to encourage people to take more notice of their own behaviour and their
spouse’s behaviour too. “People think ‘I’m not hitting my wife, there is no physical hitting, hence I am not engaged in family violence’, that is wrong because abuse comes in various forms,” he said. “It could be emotional abuse where you are controlling their emotions, it could be financial abuse where you are controlling all the money and you’re not letting her have her own accounts. “It could be spiritual abuse or it could be social abuse, and you control who she meets, what she does and who are her friends. “Abuse is when there is predominantly fear in the relationship.“ After looking internally at their own behaviours, Mr Ramdas suggests people look at their households and workplaces and scrutinise the conversations that are often overlooked under the guise of humour. “During get togethers and catch ups, they can have these kinds of discussions,” he said. A survey conducted by White Ribbon revealed one in two employees considered it acceptable to tell a sexist joke in the workplace. “If you hear something put across as a joke that’s demeaning to women, be bold enough to stand up, of course provided it is safe enough to do so, and call it out, you can say ‘you’re much better than that mate’,” Mr Ramdas said. White Ribbon director Allan Ball believes most men are not violent, and many are aware that violence against women is not OK. “We want to encourage Australian men to take action,” he said.
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“I’m passionate about really disrupting and really breaking down what a man should be, this idea of a strong, brave, stoic, almost emotionless being that is upheld by notions like ‘boys will be boys’ and ‘treat her mean, keep her keen’.
“We need to understand what’s going on for guys, how do we offer support for you as well, and how do we stop this before it even begins.” Mr Ball said there are number of complicated reasons people engage in violent behaviours, underpinned by power, control, and privilege, whether it’s conscious or unconscious. “It’s the environment, the cultures and the systems that men are surrounded in and the behaviours that they choose and are influenced by, that drive the problem,” he said. “Men are not just the problem or the underpinning problem of violence against women, they’re also part of the solution. “So we need to call men in, rather than call them out, and say ‘we need you to be part of the action’.” For men wanting to participate in more structured advocacy, Mr Ramdas encourages them to consider becoming a White Ribbon volunteer and helping to spread the message amongst their own family and friends. “To the victim whether they are a man or woman, please gather your strength to seek help, don’t be ashamed, it is better to seek help than to suffer in silence,“ he said. “If there is a physical or immediate threat, do not hesitate to call triple-0, for non-emergency threats, there are lots of supports available.” Individuals seeking assistance are encouraged to call 1800 737 732, a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line. Details: https://www.whiteribbon.org.au/ Find-Help/Help-Lines
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16 Days of Activism Commencing annually on 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and running until 10 December (Human Rights Day), the 16 Days of Activism campaign was started by activists at the inaugural Women’s Global Leadership Institute in 1991 and continues to be coordinated each year by UN Women. It is used as an organising strategy by individuals and organisations around the world to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.
16 ways to call it out Be an active bystander 1. Don’t laugh at sexist jokes. Give a disapproving look to show a behaviour or statement is not okay.
9. Challenge the logic: “That’s not my experience.” or “What makes you think that?”
Bystanders may observe gendered violence in any of these environments and have the capacity to act.
2. Shake your head or roll your eyes.
10. Stand up for the person affected: “Michelle was saying something, and you cut her off again.”
Bystander action refers to ‘how’ a bystander calls out, or engages others in responding to incidences of violence, sexism, harassment, or discrimination.
3. Leave a pointed and uncomfortable silence. 4. Make a light-hearted comment: “What century are you living in?” 5. Check in with the person affected: “I heard what he just said – are you okay?”
11. Make eye contact with the person affected – let them know you’re an ally. 12. Show your emotion: “It actually makes me sad/uncomfortable when you say that.”
6. Privately let them know the behaviour is not 13. Support others when they call it out: okay: “The joke you made in yesterday’s “I agree, that’s not funny.” meeting was not funny, and actually not okay.” 14. Appeal to their better self: 7. Calmly disagree and state that the “Come on, you’re better than that.” comment is wrong or unacceptable: “I know you probably didn’t mean it, but I found what you said to be offensive.” 8. Speak up and educate by explaining why you disagree: “Actually evidence shows the vast majority of women do not make up false claims of sexual assault” (you could use the Key Facts in this toolkit).
15. Report the behaviour to management, or via incident reporting systems if available. 16. Disrupt or distract the situation to redirect focus from the incident to something else.
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There is no ‘right way’ to be an active bystander. Depending on the situation at hand, various forms of intervention can be deployed, and a bystander should consider their own comfort and safety above all else.
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• choosing not to laugh at jokes that put women down
• valuing older women’s experiences
• sharing the housework
• calling out degrading language in sports
• challenging what it means to be a man
• is being an ally to trans women
• treating girls and boys as equal
• promoting women’s financial independence
• calling out harmful comments towards women
• making home a safe place
• amplifying the voices of women with disabilities
• supporting everyone to express their identities
• upholding women’s control over their own bodies
• upholding women’s independence
• upholding Aboriginal women’s voices and experiences
• making sure every women feels safe at work
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‘No excuses’: Time to act By Danielle Galvin In the first few pages of the National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children, there is a profound statement from victim-survivors. The plan has been described across the sector as bold, ambitious, and world-leading - a line in the sand moment. “It is time to transform our pain into action. There can be no more excuses – that it is too hard, we don’t know what to do, it’s too complex,” the statement from members of the Independent Collective of Survivors reads. “It is everyone’s responsibility to end the perpetration of violence against women and children, and all victims of gendered violence.” On 17 October, the Federal Government released the blueprint providing a broad snapshot of the domestic violence scourge in Australian society, as well as committing to a nation free from gender-based violence within a generation. The plan will be implemented through two, five-year action plans which will detail specific state government actions and investment to implement the objectives across each of the four domains: prevention, early intervention, response, and recovery and healing. The plan commits to 10 years of “sustained action, effort and partnership across sectors and levels of government”. “To achieve this, we must listen to and be guided by victim-survivors and people with lived experience,” the plan states. It’s well documented that in Australia one woman dies every 10 days at the hands of their former or current partner. One in three women have experienced physical violence, since the age of 15, and one in five have experienced sexual violence. The plan was developed with state and territory governments, victim-survivors, advocacy groups, specialised services, researchers as well as key stakeholders from the health, law, justice sectors, business and community groups. Federal Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth said it gives a clear blueprint for the next decade. “Current rates of family, domestic and sexual violence are unacceptable. We want to make these changes now so the next generation of women and children can live in a society free from violence,” she said. “We need sustained and collective action across society. This includes providing better support and protection to victim-survivors and holding people who choose to use violence to account,”
The National Plan includes a focus on: Survivor advocate Lula Dembele speaks to media during the launch of the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 at Monash College in Melbourne, on 17 October. (Joel Carrett, AAP)
Professor Kate FitzGibbon, the director of the Monash Gender and Family Violence Prevention Centre, said domestic, family and sexual violence is a national crisis. “This is world leading,” she said. “It sets the ambition to create a whole of system response that not only supports victim-survivors to survive but to thrive beyond their experience of violence. “This National Plan represents the outcome of significant consultation and advocacy nationally and sets an ambitious framework for the elimination of all forms of gender-based violence. Now is the time to translate these commitments into meaningful actions.” While the plan is broad in nature, there are some specific, important threads. One includes the need to increase response
indicators, such as increasing the proportion of victim-survivors receiving suitable housing, increasing capacity of frontline services, as well as increasing the proportion of perpetrators held accountable through the justice system. Victoria’s Minister for Prevention of Family Violence, Ros Spence, welcomed the plan. “We’re proud to support the National Plan and we’re proud to be working alongside all Australian governments to ensure we end family violence and all forms of violence against women in a generation. “We’re pleased to have a genuine partner in equality in the Albanese Labor Government and we look forward to working constructively with all governments to advance gender equality and end all forms of violence against women and children.”
• Advancing gender equality and addressing other forms of discrimination that create the social context in which violence against women and children occurs • The critical role of changing attitudes to stop violence from happening before it starts through national prevention efforts • Embedding effective early intervention approaches across the whole of society • Building the frontline sector workforce and ensuring women and children can access support no matter where they live • Making sure tailored and culturally-safe support is available and accessible to all women and children experiencing violence, and • The need for person-centred services and better coordination and integration across systems.
Speaking out against gender-based violence Maribyrnong council is hosting a range of events and initiatives as part of this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Campaign, including a movie screening and special story time events. Running from Friday, November 25 to Saturday, December 10, the annual global initiative aims to bring together communities to address gender inequalities and eliminate violence against women. Maribyrnong launched the campaign with a special conversation between Melbourne-based feminist writer and activist and family violence survivor and advocate Nicole Lee. Maribyrnong mayor and council gender equity ambassador Sarah Carter said changes to how people talk about violence against women should extend beyond the 16-day campaign. “Violence against women continues to be a serious and prevalent problem with devastating and widespread impacts,” she said.
“In Australia, on average, one woman a week is killed by a partner or former partner. “Recognising this, it is my strong desire that we work in unison to make meaningful and lasting change in our municipality.” Braybrook Community Hub is hosting a free screening of ‘Hidden Figures’, a film about a team of female mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the United States of America’s space program from 12.30pm to 2.30pm on Thursday, December 1. Local libraries across Maribyrnong are hosting special story time sessions from Monday, December 5 to Friday, December 9. Drummond Street Services will also be hosting an online session from 7pm to 8pm on Monday, December 5 exploring the impact of gender equality can have on children. Help is available for those experiencing family or intimate partner violence can call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Victoria Police on triple-0. Details: maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/16days
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Feminist writer and activist Kristine Ziwica, Maribyrnong mayor and council gender equity ambassador Sarah Carter and family violence survivor and advocate Nicole Lee took part in an event at Footscray Library on Thursday, November 24. (Supplied)
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Play along sessions 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. The group will meet Saturday, December 17, from 6.30-8.30pm, at 2nd Newport Scouts, 6 Market Street, Newport. ■ www.nffc.org.au/beginner-playalong
This week’s photographer’s picture is of Daniel Vilar from Silvers Circus.
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
Cherry Lake Market Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market is held on the first Sunday of the month. Set between Millers Road and the stunning Cherry Lake in Altona, this market has something for everyone. The market hosts more than 60 stalls selling plants, bric-a-brac, handcrafts, hot jam donuts, tools, clothing and much more. There is live music every month from the Cherry Lake Cultural Series, showcasing local musicians from across Hobsons Bay. From 9am to 1pm. Cherry Lake, Millers Road, Altona. ■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market or cherrylakemarket@gmail.com
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Christmas fair Friday, December 2, 3.30pm to 7pm and Saturday, December 3, 9am to 2pm. Gold coin donation. Door prizes, sales of home-made novelty gifts, plants, Christmas treats, toys, cards and handcrafts. Hot food, cold drinks, tea and coffee available. St. Stephens Uniting Church, 179 Melbourne Road, Williamstown.
Movie screening Braybrook Community Centre is hosting a free film screening of Hidden Figures, a movie about a team of female mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the USA’s space program. The event is part of Maribyrnong council’s annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence campaign, which is an international campaign dedicated to eliminating gender-based violence running until December 10. It is used to raise awareness, undertake advocacy and take action to end violence against women. 12.30pm to 2.30pm, Thursday, December 1. Braybrook Community Hub, 107-139 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Events/ Hidden-Figures-Film-Screening or 9188 5800
Christmas picnic The Braybrook Community Hub is hosting a fun family evening at Aeroplane Park in Braybrook. There will be lots of free activities including face painting, pony rides, a magician, a free coffee van, local artisan market stalls, art activities, a visit from Santa Claus, refreshments and a sausage sizzle. All are welcome. Bring your family and friends, a rug and picnic basket, full of your favourite goodies and have a fabulous evening, 6pm to 8pm on Friday, December 9. Braybrook Community Hub, 107-139 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Events/ Braybrook-Christmas-picnic-in-the-park or 9188 5800
Jamaican Music & Food Festival On Saturday, December 10, like-minded Jamaican music and food fans will get to experience one day of reggae, dub, rocksteady and dancehall music. Sound-tracked by the very best DJs, artists and live music the country has to offer, the Jamaican Music & Food Festival has become a benchmark for performance inspired by and straight out of Jamaica. Come together to experience one glorious summertime day of reggae, dub, rocksteady and dancehall music. Seaworks Maritime Precinct, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown from 11am. ■ www.jmff.com.au
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 at 271 Mason Street in Altona North.
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 the International Cadet Class 2022 Australian Championship and International Cadet Class World Championship. The International Cadet Class is the only World Sailing doublehanded junior class boat catering for the ages of 7-17. It is currently sailed in 19 countries across four continents. As well as an action-packed sailing schedule, there will be a strong social program including activities, food and drinks and live music. The event runs between December 19 and January 2, between 10am and 5pm. ■ rycv.com.au
Introduction to computer classes The Williamstown Community and Education Centre is offering free enrolment for the rest of the year for Beginners Computer classes. Classes are on most days of the week, mornings or afternoon, at either Joan Kirner House Williamstown or Altona North Library. ■ Lynne, 9397 6168
Footscray Night Market The Footscray Night Market is set to return this December taking place on three Friday evenings in the historic gardens of Railway Reserve in Footscray. Each Friday night will offer a different cuisine from around the world matched with a full line-up of entertainment showcasing each culture. 5pm to 9pm on Friday, December 2, 9 and 16. ■ www.foodietrails.com.au/events/footscraynight-market-2022
International Cadet Class 2022 The Royal Yacht Club of Victoria is hosting the International Cadet Class 2022 World Championship incorporating
skills? Practice speaking English with friendly volunteer tutors in informal and interactive group sessions. Light refreshments provided. Weekly each Monday during school terms from 1pm to 3pm at Altona Library. ■ Jill Mackenzie, 0439 994 705 or vintage@esc.net.au or Joe Pellone, 0431 915 970 or joepellone@gmail.com
AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club Would you like to develop confidence in communicating, competence with language and clarity in writing? AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club would like to invite any and all residents to join them on the first and third Thursday of every month to help develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets at the Laverton Community Hub, 95-105 Railway Avenue, Laverton from 7-9.30pm. ■ Helen Fairlie, 0474 498 052
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
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
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Drop in chess, cards and Scrabble If you love playing chess, cards or a game of Scrabble in an informal and fun setting, visit Braybrook Community Centre on Tuesdays, from noon to 2.30pm.
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 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
Heritage walks 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
Mouth organ band The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. ■ Heather, 9399 2190, or ymob1933@yahoo.com.au
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The latest Toyota Kluger continues to plough a large furrow through the top paddock of family SUVs.
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Kluger, always a popular choice By Derek Ogden, Marque News First released at the turn of the century, the Toyota Kluger over the years has grown in size and stature to become one of Toyota’s most popular products. The fourth generation of the seven-seat SUV is no exception, continuing to climb the ladder of sales success. The name Kluger is derived from the German word ‘Klug’ meaning clever and, according to the maker, the all-new model comes with a smart sculpted look, upgraded safety features, improved driving dynamics, and for the first time in Australia, a hybrid powertrain. The all-new model is available in three trim levels - GX, GXL and Grande - in petrol two-wheel drive format, or hybrid or petrol all-wheel drive configuration. The 218 kW / 350 Nm V6 petrol engine relies on the same performance as its predecessor, with engineers coaxing improved fuel economy out of the unit. Built on Toyota’s New Global Architecture platform, the latest Kluger delivers a balance of ride and handling, resulting in a premium feel on the road. The cabin, with a blend of soft touch materials, clever design and more space, is aimed at comfortably carrying seven people. Occupants enjoy the benefits of the latest in Toyota Safety Sense driver assistance features including pre-collision safety with pedestrian and daytime cyclist detection, emergency steering assist and intersection turn assist on every model. Also on tap are active cruise control - with curve speed reduction function - lane trace assist, blind spot monitor, reversing camera and seven airbags. Standard equipment includes smart entry and start, manual front and rear dual-zone air-conditioning, rain sensing wipers and automatic lights, and five USB ports.
Styling At almost five metres long (76 mm longer than before), overall width has increased by a minimal 5 mm to, while 20 mm wider flared wheel arches give the car a planted street presence. Large stacked trapezoidal grilles are split by the front bumper. The wider front end is complemented by slimline LED light clusters with integrated daytime running lights housed atop deep-recessed LED fog lights. In profile, the longer body, tapered roofline
AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE GX FWD petrol $47,650 GXL FWD petrol $56,850 Grande FWD petrol $68,900
with integrated rear spoiler, rising beltline and windows with blacked-out B-pillars convey forward movement when the car is stationary. Side mirrors have been moved lower on the door panel to improve forward visibility and reduce blind spots. Filling the pumped GXL wheel arches are new 18-inch alloys with a dark grey metallic machine finish designed for visual appeal and to aid brake cooling through optimal airflow. The rear follows through with a wide stance, slim LED taillights and large lower skid plate. The rear hatch offers easy access to the expanded luggage space with power operation for GXL and a ‘kick sensor’ for the Grande that allows the hatch to be opened and closed hands-free.
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Petrol models offer traditional tacho and speedo in the instrument cluster that, in GXL, offers a 7-inch MID to provide better visibility of vehicle functions and settings. Phone call, cruise control, audio and some driver assistance features are easily accessed via fingertip controls on the leather-accented steering wheel. All models feature the latest generation multimedia system with AM / FM / DAB+ radio, Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto compatibility and myToyota apps including Waze and Stitcher (IOS) and WebEx (Android™4). The GXL adds satellite navigation.
Compared with the previous generation Kluger, the new model offers a substantial improvement in driving stability, roadholding and comfort on all surfaces thanks to newly developed front and rear suspension set-ups that provide responsive, smooth handling. Ride comfort is also enhanced by a new Body Control with Torque Demand system that controls drive torque to minimise vehicle pitching due to road surface irregularities. The system is also able to suppress acceleration and deceleration pitching to minimise up and down movement and improve stability without having to increase suspension damping.
As befits Australia’s favourite family SUV, occupant safety is front and centre, with the latest-generation Toyota Safety Sense driver assistance features on hand. Such a system is autonomous emergency braking pre-collision safety that is able to detect pedestrians day and night, cyclists during the day, oncoming vehicles and pedestrians at intersections when making turns, and assist taking evasive action if there is potential for a collision. All models are fitted with a reversing camera that includes a camera cleaning system activated via the rear screen washer switch. In GXL versions, the camera display offers normal and wide-angle images and incorporates active guidelines.
GX AWD petrol $51,650 GXL AWD petrol $60,850 Grande AWD petrol $72,900 GX AWD hybrid $54,150 GXL AWD hybrid $63,350 Grande AWD hybrid $75,400 OPTIONS Premium paint $675 Rear Entertainment System $1500 (Grande only) SPECIFICATIONS Toyota Kluger GXL FWD 3.5L 6-cylinder petrol, 8sp automatic, FWD SUV
Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Toyota dealer for drive-away prices.
Responsive steering with ample feedback is provided by an electrically-assisted rack-and-pinion system that has also been improved for noise, vibration and harshness with a larger diameter steering shaft for increased rigidity and a new electric motor for power assistance.
Summary The family favourite Kluger sticks firmly to the middle of the road when it comes to choice in performance and price.
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Two in a row for Western United Western United made it two from two in the A-League Women’s competition on Saturday with a win against the Wellington Phoenix. On the road for the first time, United faced the other brand new team in the competition, which was coming off an opening round loss. United opened the scoring through Jess McDonald in the 17th minute, her second goal in as many matches. It was her second good shot on goal, with a header in the seventh minute just going over the crossbar. Phoenix’s Marisa van der Meer levelled the scores before half time, bouncing on a after United couldn’t clear the line. The remainder saw both teams frequently exchanging breaks forward, but for all of the attacking intent there was to be no further impact on the scoreboard. There was plenty of free flowing action early in the second half as both teams looked for
a goal to hit the front, but limited clear cut opportunities. United pushed to regain the lead and finally found the goal in the 71st minute thanks to a thumping header from Sydney Cummings following a corner. After going close early in the second half, Hannah Keane was finally rewarded for her hard work as she tapped home from close range following a defensive effor. Just minutes later, Keane was back in the action getting on the end of an Emma Robers’ cross to score her second and seal a 4-1 win. Three more players got their opportunity to play their first minutes for United in the win. Tyla Jay Vlajnic came into the starting side, making her debut after missing out in round one. Julia Sardo and Jaclyn Sawicki both got their first opportunities to take to the field after being unused on the bench in round one. United goalkeeper Hillary Beall spoke with
broadcaster SKY Sports New Zealand after the game and said the attacking group made life easier for their defenders. “It’s great,” she said. “I mean going up against them everyday in training pushes us so it’s great. “It’s a good start to the season I think. “Obviously, not the result at half (time) that we wanted but to build character and comeback, and get those three points it means a lot. This group is strong.” The win means United becomes just the third club to win its first two matches in the A-League Women’s competition. United are again on the road this week, travelling to play Adelaide United on Sunday. Tara Murray Sydney Cummings scored her first goal for Western United on Saturday. (Joe Mastroianni). 309000_22
Young gun ready to fire By Tara Murray Things have changed a lot in the last 12 months for Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner. Weston-Turner last year stepped away from playing football with the Western Jets and stopped going to school due to her mental health. She returned to the field and the classroom this year and is thriving in both and was rewarded with selection in the AFLW Academy program. The academy features 30 players and includes a selection of the most talented 17-year-old footballers across the country. Weston-Turner was left in shock when she found out she had been selected in the program. “It was pretty surreal and I didn’t believe it when they told me,” she said. “Mum texted me saying expect a phone call from [coach] Tarkyn Lockyer and I’m like you have to tell me now as I’m freaking out. “Tarkyn rang me and gave me the good news.” Weston-Turner said the academy would give her the opportunity to receive some high level coaching and opportunities. She said it was a nice acknowledgement of her game and she knows there will be more eyes on her when she takes to the field. Selection in the academy caps off a big 12 months for Weston-Turner, which includes a premiership and best and fairest award. For the key forward she’s living her dream of playing football. “I’ve been playing since I was six or seven,” she said. “I thought I would have to play in the AFL as there was no AFLW when I was growing up. “I played at Sunshine Heights for five years with the boys and then had to move over to Spotswood. I’ve spent the last two years with them. “It took a little bit of adjusting to playing with the girls. It gave me more insight into what girls football is like.” Weston-Turner was named in the Western Jets squad last season, but didn’t play as she looked to get her mental health right and just played local football She had a second chance this season with the Jets and made the most of it. “I played in every game but one and ended up playing in the premiership,” she said. “The standards were a lot higher than in local football. “Charlotte [Baskaran] and Montana [Ham] helped guide me through. I really look up to them and they took me under their wing a little bit, especially Mon.” Once the NAB League season was finished, Weston-Turner turned her focus to local football with Spotswood in the Western Region Football League. She played two games including the women’s
Kristie-Lee Weston Turner has been selected in an AFLW Academy.
competition, including the division 1 grand final, while also playing 11 games in the under-18.5 competition. Despite not playing a full season, Weston-Turner claimed the league under-18.5 best and fairest award. “I was a bit shocked when I got up as I only played half the season,” she said. “I was thinking what the hell. I was really pleased with myself. It wasn’t the same standard as the NAB League, but it gave me experience and a place to showcase what I can do. I enjoyed it.”
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Also helping Western-Turner’s football, is going to Lakeview Senior College, where she is part of the school’s AFL Academy program. She said she loved being able to combine her schooling with football and it had helped her both physically and mentally. Weston-Turner has kept herself busy during the off season with playing of training and fitness stuff. She’s keen to get back into it as she looks ahead. “AFLW is the dream.”
Exciting times ahead says WRFL chief New Western Region Football League chief executive Ritchie Hinton said it’s an exciting time for the league. Having started his new role in early November, it’s been a busy time for Hinton with the possible departures of Deer Park and St Albans, while Aintree and the Western Spurs have joined the league. Hinton said coming out of three years overshadowed by COVID-19, there were plenty of positive things to look forward to. He said it had been a challenging few years for everyone involved in the league and at club land. “It’s not my first rodeo,” he said. “I’m a westie and have only lived here since moving from England. “Things are really familiar to me and it’s a really exciting time. We’ve come out of COVID and our strategic plan finishes now. “It’s about resetting from the top down and from the bottom up.” Hinton said they would really look to speak to their key stakeholders, including clubs to see what direction the league heads in. He said they would work with the likes of AFL Victoria to avoid the duplication of resources and listen to the clubs and learn from them. “We’ll look at infrastructure and facilities,” he said. “We’ll look at areas of non-traditional patronage. “I’m a local who cares about the role of supporting and developing the community.” Hinton said that the location of the league meant they had their own unique challenges and opportunities, including growing suburbs and borders. He said partners like the Western Bulldogs, AFL Victorian, Victoria University and Netball Australia would all play a big role in helping the league grow. “There are so many people wanting this to work and to grow as well,” he said. “We’ll look to narrow down our focus and logic during the strategic plan process. There will be a few hiccups, but we’re not going to let that derail us and the bigger picture.” Tara Murray
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The Williamstown Wolves set a consistent tone Consistency has been the key for the Williamstown Wolves so far in the Baseball Victoria summer league division 2 season. The Wolves sit on top of the table after 11 rounds, with eight wins and have shown some really good signs. President Chris Jackson said the hard work was starting on the training track. “We’re very happy,” he said. “We’ve been very consistent going into the pre-season and we’re starting to show that consistency through the start of the season. “It’s a long season though, we have to continue that.” Jackson said they had a lot more depth at the club this season which was also helping with the consistent results. As well as the top team on top of the ladder, the second side is in the same position. “We managed to get a few guys from Geelong and an import as well,” he said. “We have a pretty good group and we’ve shown a lot more depth across the first and seconds. We have a lot more pitching depth which is
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something we’ve been lacking for the last few years. “We’ve got guys who have been really strong in the seconds and putting pressure on for spots.” The Wolves depth means they still have a couple of aces up their sleeves for the season part of the season.
Import Yo Takehara is yet to pitch, with Jackson saying they would look to get some work into him in the coming weeks. The Wolves had one of their more disappointing results of the season, losing to Ormond Glenhuntly losing 8-3. Jackson said they were their own worst enemy.
Baseball is in Kim’s DNA By Peter Howe Jayden Kim has been in a spin since he arrived in Australia in December last year with his parents to begin the next phase of his life. A rising baseball prospect in his home country, the 16-year-old’s dreams have continued in Australia. He dreams of following in his father’s footsteps, David Kim, who is currently a scout for the Minnesota Twins in Major League Baseball and has played baseball for Victoria and in the Australian Baseball League. Kim played his early baseball in South Korea for his Little League city team, Ilsan West. Kim was often picked as the most valuable player and went on to win the a record five championships in one year. “In South Korea, we don’t really play a regular season, but many tournaments,” he said. “I began playing when I was 10 years old after a short stint playing soccer and tennis. I like them both but I love baseball.“ Kim had no time to settle into his new school at the Maribyrnong Sports Academy before he was selected to play baseball for Victoria at the under-16 level after try outs in January. He went through a selection process of eight games and following those games, Kim was selected to represent Australia at the World Baseball Softball Confederation under-18 World Cup in Florida in September. “I was selected from 40 players and was privileged to be selected in the Australian team,” he said. “We played 10 teams from around the world including the USA, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Brazil and South Africa.” From that tournament Kim was the youngest player chosen by MLB to join a world select team to play various professional and university teams in Arizona. “It was an amazing time,” Kim said. “I was coached by MLB coaches some who had coached for over 17 years. “It was a great opportunity for me to learn about different languages and cultures. I also learned about the way other countries play baseball.” Kim is very dedicated to be the best he can be, wanting to get into a university in America and become an MLB player. He trains every day at home, while he also trains three days a week at the Maribyrnong Sports Academy. Kim plays his weekend baseball for Sandringham Royals in both the under-18’s and seniors in the Baseball Victoria Summer League. The Royals are his dad’s David’s team. Kim, who currently plays shortstop, has
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made quite an impression at both his school and his club since he arrived in Australia. “It was hard at first,” he said. “I was born in Korea but have Australian citizenship too. “I wasn’t sure how I would be able to adapt. Thankfully, my parents and my sister help me a lot.“ Kim is this month’s Don Deeble Sports
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“Saturday’s game was disappointing,” he said. “Ormond’s pitcher was really sharp and we made a lot of errors. “There was a bit of player movement with some injured players and unavailability. “We still fielded what we thought was a strong team. We made too many errors and didn’t help our pitchers.” Jackson said as it had been all season, training and the non-game day stuff would continue to be the keys this season. “We need to get to training and do the work outside games,” he said. “If we’re doing everything and everyone is coming to training and keeping up focus on the second half of the year, hopefully it can continue.” The Wolves this week face local rival the Newport Rams. Jackson said it’s a match they look forward to each season. The Rams come into the match on the back of a disappointing 14-6 loss to the Werribee Giants. Tara Murray
Locals named in netball state teams Several netballers from across Melbourne’s north-west have been named in the Victorian under-19 and under-17 squads. Netball Victoria announced both squads last week which will be whittled down ahead of the national championships next year. The under-19 squad has a real City West Falcons flavour to it, with five Falcons named in the squad. Teal Hocking, who was best on court in the Victorian Netball League under-19 grand final this year has been named in the squad. Mikaela Minns, who was named in the under-17 Australian squad this year, has been picked in the under-19 team. She was part of the under-17 state team last year. Charli Nicol, who was part of the Australian under-17 squad this year, has been named in the under-19 state team. Both Minns and Nicol are part of the Melbourne Vixens Academy which was recently announced. Achel Yout and Christine Oguche are the other Falcons named in the under-19 squad. Point Cook’s Charlotte Morey, who was in the under-17 Australian squad this year, has been named in the under-19 state squad. She was also in the state under-17 team this year. The Maribyrnong Sports Academy student plays with the Geelong Cougars. Darley defender Grace Markovic, who plays for Melbourne University Lightning, is also in the squad. It’s a second straight year she’s been named in the squad. Altona Netball Association duo Monique Parker and Elisa ButterworthGonebale have both been named in the under-17 state squad. Butterworth-Gonebale was also part of the City West Falcons’ under-19 premiership team. Tara Murray
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‘Exciting’ young gun stands tall for the Clubbers While Yarraville Club’s senior players failed to fire on Saturday, the Victorian Turf Cricket Association’s senior division’s youngest player stood up. The Clubbers suffered a disappointing loss to Craigieburn on Saturday despite 13-year-old Jackson Martin rocketing to the top of the division’s bowling figures. Martin took 5-24 off his eight overs, his first five wicket haul at this level. Clubbers-captain coach Mitch Johnstone said they weren’t surprised by the performances of Martin, who made his first XI debut last season. “He is going alright young Jackson,” Johnstone said. “He has the ability and he’s incredibly competitive and really coachable. “He’s not a big 13-year old. He’s genuinely bowling guys out, not getting wickets caught on the boundary from big slogs. “It’s really exciting.” Johnstone said while they were looking after Martin a bit too not to push him too quickly, he said the performance against Craigieburn had been a couple of weeks in the making.
He had taken two wickets against St Albans and Aberfeldie in the previous couple of weeks. Johnstone said they had a plan in place to help Martin go through the ranks and were providing a lot of support to him. Johnstone said their performance on Saturday against the Eagles wasn’t up to scratch. Craigieburn made 167 in its innings with Martin being the pick of the bowlers for the Clubbers. In reply the Clubbers were bowled out for 141 in the 38th over. Lachlan Campbell, who came in at number nine, top scored with 29. “The older guys needed to get the job down, myself included,” he said. ‘The younger ones kept us in the game which was positive. Myself, Trent [Lawford]. Ash [Sweet] were underwhelming, especially at the death. “The top five, all experienced guys, didn’t produce.” The Clubbers sit in fourth after four rounds
with two wins and two losses. Johnstone said the competition was closer than ever. “Keilor, which has the best bowler in the competition, is 10th,” he said. “Anyone can beat anyone. “With our young guys we understand where we are. Our best is good enough to play finals, but it’s the gap between that and our worst.” In other results, the Druids were defeated by Sunshine United. The Tigers made 7-185 from their overs, with Nathan Johnson the only multiple wicket taker for the Druids. The Druids fell short, bowled out for 164 in the 38th over. Andrew Brennan top scored with 42. Haig Fawkner, Aberfeldie and St Albans were the other winners. Tara Murray
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Bowls Yarraville Footscray’s good run of form in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division has continued. After a slow start to the season, the side has now won its last three games. On Saturday, it beat the MCC, 87 (17)-70 (1). Altona’s tough run continued with an 80 (14)-69 (4) loss to Fitzroy Victoria. Altona now sits 2-4, but sits just outside the top four. This Saturday, Yarraville Footscray travels to Mentone, while Altona hosts Clayton.
Tara Murray Aliesha Newman is back for a second stint at Williamstown in the Victorian Football League Women’s competition. After coming off a year which has included two AFLW seasons with two different clubs and a VFLW thrown in the middle, Newman has now started to look ahead to next year. She said the decision to join the Seagulls for 2023 was an early one. “I’ve been here before in 2019 and it’s nice to be back,” she said. “I’ve been playing in Sydney in the AFLW and I’ve come back home and still wanted to be involved at VFLW level. “It’s a standalone club so there is no conflict of interest which is nice. It’s not too far from where I live either.” Newman said while it can be busy juggling both AFLW and VFLW at times, it’s something that she enjoys. She said it gives her the opportunity to work on some things in her game to take into the next AFLW season. Newman has already made her way down to Seagulls training to meet her teammates and coach. She said she’s looking forward to it. “I’ll take it slow pre-Christmas and then ramp it up,” she said. “I’m always looking to develop my leadership and with a young side as well at Willy it will be good.” Newman said it had been a rollercoaster of a year, with three football seasons in a short period of time. She played in AFLW with Collingwood playing seven games, before playing for the Magpies in the VFLW season. Newman joined new AFLW side the Sydney Swans for season seven, playing all but one game. “I wouldn’t change it for the world,” Newman said. “It’s definitely had its challenges moving states, but I loved every minute at Sydney. “I’ve loved being part of the group of girls and I’m looking forward to what we can create in the next couple of years. “I had a fractured back so I started off a bit slow. The second half was a lot better and I want to look to build on that and continue the way I was going in the back half of the season.” New Williamstown coach Liam Cavanagh said he was elated by the signing of Newman. The two have had many discussions already about the season and how Newman can help the group. “So we don’t just have Aliesha for a few games, we are going to be able to work with her across pre-season and she can help show our girls what is required to become an established AFLW talent,” he said.
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NWMCA Altona Sports had a good win against RMIT in the North West Metropolitan Graham Muir Shield on Saturday. Sports made 5-175 from its overs with Tom Miller top scoring with 68. Sports then restricted RMIT to 7-126 from its overs with the wickets shared around. The win helps cement Sports’ spot at the top of the ladder, with the side undefeated after eight rounds.
Premier Footscray wasn’t able to keep the momentum going in Victorian Premier Cricket. After a good win the previous week, the Bulldogs faced Melbourne University on Saturday. Melbourne University made 7-241 from its overs before bowling Footscray out for 149. Dean Russ top scored with 37 for the Bulldogs, having earlier been the pick of the bowlers with three wickets. The Bulldogs sit 11th after six rounds.
AFLW Jasmine Garner and Monique Conti were among those recognised in the AFLW awards held last week. Garner, who played her junior football at Yarraville-Seddon was named captain of the All Australian team. Conti, a former Maribyrnong Sports Academy star, finished runners-up in the AFLW best and fairest, before winning the players association most valuable player award. Garner, who had claimed the coaches award, finished second behind Conti in the players association award. Aliesha Newman
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out earning her second stint in the AFLW/ The speedster was a regular fixture in the Swans line-up, showing that she can play anywhere around the ground due to her elite run and carry, along with being able to find the footy regularly.
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The Roosters bowl down a strong performance Altona Roosters had little trouble accounting for Keilor Park in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 2 on Saturday. The Roosters, who had one win from their first three matches, put in a strong performance with the ball and then the bat against the Devils. The Roosters had the Devils in trouble at 3-33 before putting on 35 for the fourth wicket partnership. Wickets then started to fall, with the Devils losing 7-57 to be bowled out for 125. Matthew Short bowled just 4.1 overs, but it was all he needed, taking 3-12. The Roosters started well with the bat and had little trouble on the way to hitting the winning runs with more than eight overs remaining. The Roosters finished 3-127. Leigh Lewis top scored with 27 as all the batters who got out in the middle got starts. The win moves the Roosters to second on the ladder behind an undefeated
Altona Footscray United. The Bulldogs continued their winning ways on Saturday, beating West Newport. West Newport made 8-191 from its 40 overs with Josh McDonald top scoring with 75. Daniel Melican was the pick of the bowlers for the Bulldogs with four wickets. The Bulldogs got off to a poor start losing a wicket without scoring, but it was only a hiccup as they went on to make 7-192. Lahiru Kumara top scored with 51. West Newport shared the wickets around with three players taking two wickets each. Williamstown CYMS got its first win of the season, beating Newport-Digman. The CYs made 9-162 from their 40 overs with Matthew Allsop top scoring with 36 at the top of the order. Michael Formosa was the pick of the bowlers with three wickets. The Bulls started their run chase well but a couple of late wickets proved costly. The Bulls
fell just short, finishing 6-156. Matthew Shiell top scored with 48 at the top of the order. The CYs shared the wickets. The CYs now sit in eighth spot, with Newport-Digman in the spot higher. Kingsville suffered a loss to Royal Park-Brunswick. Royal Park made 1-165 from its overs before restricting Kingsville to 132. In division 3, the Williamstown Imperials were no match for Point Cook. Point Cook made 8-207 before bowling the Imperials out for 112. In division 4, Maribyrnong Park St Marys beat Bellbridge, Laverton was too strong for St Andrews, Williamstown Congs lost to Moonee Valley and Williamstown Colts beat Gellibrand. In division 5, Footscray Angliss had a draw with no play in its match with Jacana, Seabrook was beaten by Sanctuary Lakes and Barkly Street Uniting was beaten by Melton South Royals. Tara Murray
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Seagulls win key battle By Tara Murray Williamstown’s experience shone through when it was needed against Yarraville in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west. The battle between the two western suburbs teams was a key one, with both sides having missed out on getting full results last weekend with the weather. While on paper it looks like an easy win for the Seagulls, secretary Jordan Doyle said it was a hard fought one. “It was a good game,” he said. “We were up against it against Yarraville and it was nice to get the six points.” The Seagulls won the toss and elected to bat. They forced their way to 6-181 from their 45 overs. Jack Craig top scored with 58, as the majority of players got starts. Doyle said that was par on their ground. “We batted first and they bowled really well and there wasn’t much that came easy,” he said. “Jack batted really well and Brenton Hodges
at the top of the order worked hard. “180 was a really competitive total. About a par score, so we knew we had to bowl really well.” The Eagles have shown they’re an improved outfit this season and took the challenge up to the Seagulls early. It was Seagulls captain-coach Sean Sturrock that turned the game back in the favour of his side. “They started really well with the bat,” Doyle said. “Their number three [Harry Allinson] and number four [Jamie Tapper] were playing really well. “They were 2-80 and a bit ahead of the game. Sean bowled really well and took 4-19 to turn the game. “He’s a really good wicket taking option and was bowling into a fair breeze.” The Eagles were bowled out 108 in the 37th over. Doyle said once they had taken back control of the game, their experience shone through and they choked the rest of the Eagles batting line up.
“We have a few guys come back from premier cricket and most have been together for a long time.” The win moves the Seagulls up to fifth spot on 24 points, a game behind the top two spots. Doyle said the win was much needed after having to watch on the side lines when other teams have got results. The challenges continue this week, as they face two-time reigning champion Werribee. “Every game before Christmas is crucial as they’re all one-dayers so it’s nice to get that one,” he said. “We have a big one against Werribee and we’ll take confidence into the game. “We want to keep working on getting a finals spot. We want to be in that top six come Christmas time.” In other matches, Altona remains undefeated after accounting for Noble Park. After restricting Noble Park to 140, the A’s made 3-141 in reply. Spotswood suffered its first loss of the season, losing to the star studded Endeavour Hills side. Spotswood made 6-163 from its overs, with Endeavour Hills making 7-164 in reply.
The Western Bulldogs have looked to address the need for a key defender, while Western Jets hopefuls were overlooked in the first night of the AFL draft. The first round of the draft was held on Monday night, with the rest of the draft held on Tuesday night after deadline. The Bulldogs selected Jedd Busslinger at pick 13 as it looked to add another key pillar to the line up. Experts have said that Busslinger is a tall defender with key weapons especially his marking game. The Western Australian averaged 22 disposals and seven marks at the AFL National Championships earlier this year. Speaking on the broadcast, Busslinger said he can’t wait to head down to the Bulldogs. “It’s unreal how it has turned out,” he said. “Ten years ago as just an Auskicker on grand final day, now finally living out my childhood dream to be an AFL player, it’s unreal.” Busslinger said despite playing some football forward, that he believes his best position is in defence. Meanwhile for the Western Jets hopefuls, there’s at least another night of waiting to find out whether they’ve achieved their dreams. Hopefuls include Spotswood’s Matthew Payne and Keilor’s Jovan Petric are two players on the radar of clubs. Darley’s Aaron Cadman was taken at pick one. Speaking after he was drafted he said it was so special to be picked by the Giants. “Never in a million years would I have thought I would be in this position,” he said on the draft coverage. “To share it with my family and friends and all the people in the room, it’s super special. I can’t wait to get into it.” Cadman said a positional move by his NAB League coach at the Greater Western Victoria Rebels David Loader proved to be the right one. He said he couldn’t thank him enough. “We sat down at the start of the year and that’s when I was a wingman actually sat me down and said we might throw you down forward as a key position forward. “It worked out pretty well.” Tara Murray
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