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Painting the world orange Albion North Primary School was a sea of orange on Tuesday. Teachers and pupils participated in the celebration of Harmony Day organised by the school’s mental health and wellbeing leader Julia Renda, canteen manager Mickey Furniss and junior school council (JSC). Ms Renda said they ran a number of activities for the pupils to be part of. “The celebration of Harmony Day promoted the message that ‘everyone belongs’ and reinforced to our students and wider school community the importance of inclusiveness to all Australians,” she said. “The JSC alongside with students and staff organised and ran a successful day full of cultural activities for our students to experience such as delicious multi-cultural snacks for sale at recess, wearing orange and multi-age rational classroom activities. “The day was a great success and the teachers and students enjoyed celebrating and honouring the cultural diversity of our school and of Australia.” The JSC was successful in raising $200 to support The Royal Children’s Hospital.

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Garden group up in arms By Tara Murray The Friends of H V Mckay Memorial Garden has refuted claims it supports changes to the heritage-listed gardens as part of the Melbourne Airport Rail Link plans. As reported by Star Weekly, the project, which will connect a rail line from Sunshine through to the airport, will mean changes to the garden. Some residents have raised concerns about the impact of the rail project on the gardens. Rail Projects Victoria has applied to Heritage Victoria for a permit to begin work to reconfigure the rail tracks on an area of

VicTrack land next to the gardens. The application was open for comment until March 21. Earlier this month, a Rail Projects Victoria spokesperson told Star Weekly they recognise a few people in the area are opposed to the project but those views does not represent either the Sunshine and Albion community, nor the Friends of HVMcKay Gardens organisation. The friends group were among those to put a submission into Heritage Victoria. “Contrary to statements to the press from representatives of Melbourne Airport Rail (MAR) the friends group does not support the proposal as outlined in the heritage impact

statement presented to Heritage Victoria by MAR,” the group said in a statement. “We have attended consultations with MAR in good faith, and based on the information provided, and assurances given in earlier meetings, we are gravely concerned about the impact of the proposal on the cultural heritage significance of the state heritage registered H V McKay Memorial Gardens and Church, and on the peaceful enjoyment of this important resource for the Brimbank community. “While we do not oppose an airport rail we oppose it in its current proposed form.” The group said it was deeply concerned about the lack of detail in the heritage impact

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statement and it doesn’t agree with ‘batter’ construction which will remove from the gardens an area previously used for decades. The group also doesn’t agree with the removal or relocation of heritage infrastructure from the earliest period of the gardens, the removal of original plantings nor the re-configuration of the entry to the northern section of the gardens. Brimbank council also made a submission, which was tabled at last week’s council meeting, stating the lack of certainty around the final outcome of tree removal was a great concern. Rail Projects Victoria was contacted for comment.

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Aviation noise under microscope Brimbank council is urging the federal government to progress a range of changes to address what it says are inequities and imbalances that exist within the current legislative and aircraft noise system. The council made a submission to the government’s Aviation White Paper that is expected to set the long-term policies to guide the next generation of growth and innovation in the aviation sector. The paper examines issues across the aviation sector, in four specific areas. Brimbank council’s submission focuses on better mechanisms for consultation on and management of issues like

aircraft noise, airport development planning and changing security requirements. The council’s submission included 17 recommendations and centred around the council’s submission to the Melbourne Airport’s draft master plan and preliminary draft major development plan for the third runway. “Council seeks the federal government to restore a level of balance and equity for those communities that surround airports to minimise the harm to human health from aircraft noise and improve airport planning by requiring a more public and transparent

process, particularly in relation to community consultation,” a report to the March 21 council meeting said. The council wants an undertaking of a review of the aircraft noise system to minimise harm to human health. It said it should be a requirement of airports to prepare a health impact assessment (HIA) for the development and expansion of runways and there needs to be an independent and expert advisory committee established. The council also wants a policy framework established that outlines a compensation scheme for airport-impacted communities.

Councillor Virginia Tachos said while the paper holds some very positive goals, it lacks in a number of areas. “I hope the federal government looks at our submission and the fine print contained in this piece of work,” she said. “It [the council submission] focuses on the key issues. “Whilst we support and want a robust aviation industry, we still need to protect the health and lives of our children and our vulnerable citizens under flight places, schools, hospitals, places of worship, child care centres and aged care centres.”

Served from the soul Charity organisation 300 Blankets has called for more volunteers to spend their time supporting individuals in need across Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay. President Peter Royce said the charity had recently restarted its Soul Kitchen service, which is offering three-course meals every Sunday night at the Braybrook Community Hub from 6.45pm to about 8pm. “We are in the low sixties every week,” he said. Mr Royce said the service had returned to pre-pandemic levels. “There’s a number of reasons why people use our service,” he said. “People range from young kids to elderly locals. “This is often the only meal they share with someone else.” Mr Royce said the service provided a social element to people’s lives, as well as helped families and individuals who were struggling

with the rising cost of living to make ends meet at the end of each week. “What we pride ourselves on is creating a family atmosphere,“ he said. The Soul Kitchen service also includes a weekly visit from Orange Sky Laundry, which provides visitors with a free laundry service and a clothing supply service, as well a monthly hairdressing service. Mr Royce said the organisation was keen to reinvigorate their volunteer base following the COVID-19 pandemic, with those aged 16 to 18 able to volunteer if accompanied by a parent or guardian. “We’d love to have local people involved,” he said. “We need to expand our pool with some new blood.” Ad hoc volunteering opportunities, as well as ongoing roles, are available for western Melbourne volunteers. Details: contact@300blankets.org.au

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Calls grow to fix Brimbank Park By Tara Murray It’s a case of ‘groundhog day’ in relation to access concerns at Brimbank Park according to local councillors. Councillor Virginia Tachos raised a notice of motion about her and community concerns about maintenance and long standing access issues at the park. She also called for state government intervention in removing debris as a result of last year’s Maribyrnong River flooding. Cr Tachos has raised her concerns about the park previously. “Council and community members have been raising concerns with the lack

of response from the impact of last year’s flood event, resulting in extensive amounts of debris restricting access across sections of the Maribyrnong River Trail throughout Brimbank Park,” she said. “Council and community members have been raising the serious issue of lack of access to Brimbank Park after rain events, which flood the access fords in the Maribyrnong River and make access unsafe, for many, many years. “Council and community members have been raising ongoing concerns when the fords are flooded the only way to access Brimbank Park is by car given there is currently no public transport access to Brimbank Park.

Not everyone has access to a car. “Council and community members have been raising concerns with the lack of maintenance of facilities at Brimbank Park, including toilets, rotunda and playgrounds, creating an unsafe amenity resulting in reduced usage.” Cr Tachos motion also called for state government ministers to allocate funding to construct an appropriate pedestrian bridge which would provide year round access, along with providing a master plan to turn it into a key destination. Councillor Maria Kerr said it was like groundhog day. “I feel like every three or four months

bringing this matter to a head,” she said. “I’m calling on the state government to stop the neglect of Brimbank Park. “It has sat stagnant for the last 25 years, nothing has changed, nothing has been upgraded.” Parks Victoria district manager Craig Bray said visitors will soon enjoy upgrades to various areas across Brimbank Park including upgraded signage and toilets, installation of new shelters, barbecues and picnic tables. Works are set to begin in April. “Parks Victoria is aware of local community feedback regarding pedestrian access to Brimbank Park and across the Maribyrnong River,’ Mr Bray said.

Keilor’s history on show Some of Keilor regions most famous sites will be on show to the community. The Heritage Sites in Keilor event is a joint event by the Overnewton Castle and the Keilor Historical Society in which residents can explore some of the most significant heritage sites in Keilor. In the morning, people can tour Overnewton Castle with the gardens open, along with the chapel and the six room colonial homestead. Then in the afternoon, Harrick’s Cottage and Police Hut will be open. There will be an exhibition detailing the history of the sites, while there will be Melbourne Airport land historical displays. It’s the first time the two organisations have had a joint open day. Keilor Historical Society president Susan Jennison said it was good to have the

opportunity to show the history of the area. “It is great to show some of the highlights of the Keilor region and what is going on,” she said. “We used to have yearly openings but COVID interrupted all that stuff. The last one we had was last year when the pre-fab police hut was opened.” Overnewton Castle will be open between 10am-12pm on April 16 and Harrick’s Cottage and Police Hut will be open between noon-5pm.

Beverley Ellis and Keilor Historical Society president Susan Jennison at the police hut last year. (Damjan Janevski). 287858_04

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Then from early-April to late-October, one lane will be closed in each direction along Wurundjeri Way. Please plan ahead and allow for extra travel time.

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Werribee Open Range Zoo is celebrating the arrival of a Southern white rhino calf – the first calf of this threatened species to born at the zoo in almost a decade. First-time mother Kipenzi gave birth just before 4am on Tuesday, March 21, to the female calf who weighs just over 60 kilograms. The birth follows a 16-month pregnancy during which Kipenzi and her calf ’s health has been carefully monitored by zoo veterinarians and zookeepers. Following the birth, keepers observed an absence of healthy bonding, with the calf not thriving as expected during the important first hours of infancy. After consultation with the zoo’s veterinary team, the calf was brought to the zoo’s vet clinic for medical checks and supplementary feeding. Werribee Open Range Zoo director Dr Mark Pilgrim said the calf is being provided with around-the-clock feeds of colostrum obtained from its mother. “The calf ’s health has begun to improve, and it is now in the process of being reintroduced to mum,” Dr Pilgrim said. “However, it will continue to remain under veterinary care during these critical early days. Keepers and vets are additionally monitoring the post-birth health of Kipenzi to ensure she is being provided with the highest quality care. This includes daily check-ups and observations via remote installed cameras. The birth of the calf is a major milestone for the zoo and the conservation of Southern white rhinos in the Australasian region. Currently they are listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List with their population

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Briefs Donate blood A blood donation centre will pop up in Sunshine West from April 11-15 at the Croatian Catholic Centre, 22 Fitzgerald Road. The centre will be open 12.30pm-8pm on the Tuesday, 12pm-8pm on the Wednesday and Thursday, before being open from 8am to 3pm on the Friday and Saturday. If you’re a donor, or organising a Lifeblood Team, or donating for the first time, you’re encouraged to book your spot beforehand. Details: www. lifeblood.com.au or at 13 14 95.

New bike path A new section of bike path has opened along the M80 Ring Road through Airport West and Tullamarine. Constructed by the Melbourne Airport Rail (MAR) project, the new path will be one of many bike route upgrades that will be provided in the coming years as part of MAR. Bicycle Victoria said on its website that the new section, closer to the rail corridor, replaces the former path that was adjacent to the freeway.

Station feedback wanted Community feedback is being sought about the upgrade of parking facilities at Watergardens station. Works will start later this year and will be completed in late 2024.Consultation is open until April 3. The rhino calf is the first born at the zoo in almost a decade. (Supplied)

in decline. There is an estimated 10,080 remaining in the wild with significant threats including poaching and the illegal trading of rhino horn.

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Some students find settling into school is not easy With term one of the school year coming to an end, many children have been settling into the school year, while others may have struggled with their transition to a new year level this year. For many students the school day can feel scary and exciting, leaving parents anxious on how to best support their child and encourage them to attend every day, especially if your child is having difficulties. UNSW professor Andrew Martin is an expert in educational psychology and said it’s common for academic adjustment problems to occur in children, but it’s important to understand why. “Is it will, skill, or both?” he questions. “If the problem is will, it refers to the motivation and engagement aspects of school life. “There are positive parts to motivation and engagement, such as self-belief and effort—as well as negative aspects, such as anxiety and procrastination.” Whereas, he said skill refers to a child’s ability to learn and perform at school. “It might be that they have difficulty in understanding information and the key concepts required to engage with a subject,” professor Martin said. “Or, they may have functional problems with things like literacy, numeracy, and even executive functions such as paying attention and focusing. “It is important to identify which aspects the child is struggling with as early as possible because one can impact the other. For example, a student can lose motivation in the face of ongoing reading difficulties.” To further help your child settle in this year, Deakin University early childhood education lecturer, Dr Charlotte Wilders explains the importance of engaging a child’s voice.

Many children may still be feeling anxious about the school year ahead, but there are ways to support them. (Taylor Flowe via Unsplash

“Research focusing on educational transitions has identified that strong relationships between families and teachers are crucial to achieving a successful transition experience,” Dr Wilders said. She urges parents to assist children who are struggling by supporting them through

dialogue with their teachers. “When you share information about your family culture and your child’s interests you effectively enable the teacher to create a learning space which acts as a bridge between home and school,” she said. “When parents and teachers access

children’s voices to determine their interests, individual experiences can be created that improve motivation and lead to a stronger sense of well-being, giving children a strong sense of belonging to their new environment.” Holly McGuinness

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Back to school Twins Colby and Sebastian, and Rania and Dania, were among the excited pupils starting school at Furlong Park School for Deaf Children last week. The school reopened for 2021 on Thursday and there was plenty of fun for the two sets of twins and their school friends. Colby and Sebastian, 8, and Rania and Dania, 6, are two of three sets of twins at the school this year. The school has about 65 students. A third set of twins will start on February 11 and will be part of the school’s early years program. Principal Lee Bullock said it was possibly the first time the school had welcomed three sets of twins.

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Twins Colby and Sebastian, and Rania and Dania, were among the excited pupils starting school at Furlong Park School for Deaf Children last week. set up after the West Footscray warehouse fire By Tara Murray “The urgency to clean it [industry] up has delayed for 12 months. “We’ve been waiting for so long to have which spewed toxic fumes across the western never been greater.” The school reopened for 2021 on Mr Rowley said during his time with confidence to be able to breath fresh air. suburbs for days in August 2018. Two western suburbs advocates are calling for She said the group, a non-political alliance government action after a waste management LeadWest, from 2010-18, one of the biggest Confidence that our creeks aren’t going to be Thursday and there was plenty of fire fun for concerns raised by local councils was the need polluted.” in Brooklyn last week. of community groups, organisations and

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for a cleaner, greener and more liveable western metropolitan area. “We were constantly talking about it with the other tiers of government, about the investment needed in the west to make it cleaner and greener. “It just seems that it is taking a long time to get there.” Mr Rowley said an Environment Protection Act, which changes how the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) regulates pollution, waste and contamination in Victoria, had been

He suggests forming a steering committee which would include the EPA, WorkSafe, MFB and council representatives to have a co-ordinated approach to industry clean-up. “I don’t think questions are being asked on Spring Street as often as they should.” He also proposed government funding to help bring old industrial estates up to the 21st century and the introduction of better air quality monitoring systems. Ms Hartland is a member of the Facebook group Anti-Toxic Waste Alliance, which was

individuals, wants action. “There’s been a spate of these fires,” she said. “There’s been three in the last 10 days. “The EPA and the state government don’t seem to be taking it seriously.” Ms Hartland said the group wanted more regulation on industrial sites, clear information about when the EPA is called in and when and for how long air quality equipment is set up. She has also called for the act to be introduced. ■ Fire probed: Page 3

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There have been at least eight factory, waste management or tip fires across the west and Hume since October, while the Kealba landfill has had underground fires burning continuously for more than a year. Former LeadWest chief executive Craig Rowley and former state MLC member Colleen Hartland say enough is enough. “It’s a long-running issue,” Mr Rowley said. “It doesn’t matter which party has been in power at the time, they haven’t done enough clean-up of the west.

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I commenced at Bacchus Marsh Grammar in 1998. Over the past twenty five years, the school has grown from a small school servicing Bacchus Marsh to one of the largest schools in the state providing a quality education to those to the west of Melbourne. The school believes strongly in providing students with a calm, structured and rigorous approach to their studies. It is focussed on academic achievement, partnered by programs that enrich student development and wellbeing – in short, an Education for Life.

Emily FitzSimons is an experienced educational leader who previously held positions such as Director of Teaching and Learning & Director of the Centre for Learning, Research and Innovation at The Geelong College and Director of Learning and Teaching Excellence at St Peter’s College in Adelaide. As a passionate advocate for the holistic development of young people, Emily’s values align closely with Overnewton’s commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and courageous school culture, where each child is known and cherished for their uniqueness but, importantly, is also called to be a thoughtful and compassionate contributor to the world.

A particularly exciting development at the school is the decision to extend the Woodlea Campus in Aintree to Year 12 over the next four years. This will provide more opportunities for students to obtain a Bacchus Marsh Grammar education closer to their homes. The new program as well as providing a general pathway to VCE has specialist pathways that enable students to accelerate their senior studies and achieve the Victorian Baccalaureate.

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Vision At St Albans Heights PS our graduates will be empowered to thrive, collaborate and think critically. They will be supported by the school community and will be at the centre of all decision making. All students will be provided with highly effective instruction, in every classroom, every day. They will have sound literacy and numeracy skills and an inquiring mindset to create opportunities to live successful lives. They will develop positive social and emotional capabilities and a strong moral compass in order to effectively contribute to society.

As the Principal of University Park Primary School (UPPS) for 11 years, I lead a talented team to improve student learning growth and achievement. UPPS is known for its welcoming and collaborative environment, with a focus on helping students reach their full potential while being respectful and responsible members of our community. I prioritise trust-building and decision-making that always considers what is best for our students and school. We believe all students can learn, and our processes and procedures support high expectations for student learning and behaviour. I prioritise developing relationships and a sense of connectedness with our community and have a therapy dog named ‘Ivy’ who supports students in developing social skills.

VALUES St Albans Heights Primary School’s values are: H.E.R.B. Honesty Excellence Respect Belonging

UPPS values the partnership between our school and parents/carers in supporting student learning, engagement, and well-being. I encourage visits to our school to experience the difference.

We provide a structured, supportive and motivating educational environment where every child experiences a stimulating curriculum with challenging and achievable goals that will meet their individual needs.

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Why strong teacher-student relationships are vital A study by Associate Professors Penny Van Bergen and Naomi Sweller of Macquarie University and Professor Linda Graham of QUT shows that students’ memories of good teachers are remarkably consistent, and that strong teacher-student relationships can support positive interactions with future teachers. The research team conducted a series of interviews with 96 students from grades 3-10. They included students with and without a history of disruptive behaviour in mainstream schools, along with students in special “behaviour schools”. What united the groups was a belief that their most positive relationships with teachers came when teachers were “kind, caring, helpful, or humorous”. For students with a history of disruptive behaviour, a kind or caring teacher could make the difference between engaging with their schoolwork and walking out of class. All groups also shared the view that teachers who were hostile or unjust were harder to get along with. Alarmingly, students with a history of disruptive behaviour overwhelmingly remember negative relationships with teachers. For example, one third of students in the behaviour school group couldn’t remember a single positive relationship with a teacher. Conflictual teacher-student relationships were not limited to disruptive students, however. Forty per cent of students with no history of disruptive behaviour also remembered at least one negative relationship. Many of these students were “model” students: prefects, student reps, and school duxes. Students in all groups highlighted pre-emptive reprimands, when they were told off before doing something, as being particularly unfair.

Positive interactions with teachers help students feel confident at school.

The researchers do note that this is only one side of the story, and that teachers may have a different view. These results are still important though, since they show how consistent students’ perceptions of positive and negative relationships are. They also indicate the ways that poor teacher-student relationships can exacerbate classroom challenges. “Using their memories of conflictual interactions, students may develop protective strategies: either shying away from that teacher

or reacting with pre-emptive aggression,” the article says. The study authors recommend that teachers complement other positive teaching behaviours, such as responsive instruction and individual guidance, with explicit warmth. In the classroom, teachers could reflect on positive interactions with their students by sharing positive memories or identifying each other’s positive characteristics. Similar activities are used in positive

psychological interventions to improve student wellbeing. They also recommend professional learning to help teachers better manage the emotional pressures of classroom teaching. School counsellors have a role, too, and can help students to reappraise their past relationships with teachers. This should help ensure that ambiguous teacher actions aren’t misinterpreted, and positive actions aren’t overlooked.

Meet the Principal

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Raelene Delvin

I am proud to lead Victoria University Secondary College, a welcoming, caring and inclusive school community. I have been part of the local community for more than 35 years, having started my career as a teacher at Deer Park Secondary College which is now the site of our Junior Campus.

Gilson College is a co-educational, Seventh-day Adventist College that was established 35 years ago in Keilor. Now located in Taylors Hill and with its second campus at Mernda, the College provides an education service from Early Learning through to Year 12 and offers quality Christian education to our surrounding community.

Prior to teaching, I worked as a medical microbiologist but decided that teaching was my passion and this is still the case today. I taught Maths and Science, specialising in Chemistry, and I also taught in Dubai for two years. I was appointed as Principal at VUSC 4 years ago, after serving as an Assistant Principal for 6 years.

Our Principal, Raelene Delvin commenced as the Head of Primary in 2010 relocated to Mernda as the Head of Campus in 2021 and has now returned as the Principal of the Taylors Hill campus. Raelene has been instrumental in implementing and ensuring that our curriculum meets the needs of our community. She has been an integral part of the school’s growth and is an experienced leader with a strong track record of delivering quality Christian education.

As both a teacher and a mother of two boys, I believe that all students can achieve success in their chosen pathway, with conscientious effort, persistence, resilience and the right support. Our school gives students every opportunity to explore their passions and interests, to help them grow in their own unique way.

“I am passionate about the Gilson College Community and take pride in seeing our students thrive in all areas of life. I am delighted to be a part of the Taylors Hill Campus again and am looking forward to working together with our team in leading the College in continuing to provide the spiritual, social, physical and academic success for all students” says Raelene.

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STAY INFORMED Mayor’s message Cr Lara Carli This month marks two important days in our calendar – both about being proactive about building more welcoming and inclusive spaces for everyone. Last week we celebrated Harmony Day and the unique values, skills and customs people from all backgrounds bring to our city, while on Sunday, Neighbour Day was a chance to address loneliness and encourage everyone to build social connections and check in on neighbours. I hope everyone takes an opportunity this week to reflect on what we can do to make our homes, communities, schools and workplaces friendlier, more welcoming and inclusive places. The end of March also means it’s already time for Lakeside Alive! – Caroline Spring’s big community festival. Back and bigger than ever, it’s a free, family-friendly, fun-filled day. We’ll have a range of food trucks serving yummy treats and some great live music performing all day. So come down to Lake Caroline this Saturday 1 April from 12pm to 8pm for a great day out. I would also like to wish Allan Godfrey a very happy 100th birthday. Allan is a western suburbs veteran and member of the Caroline Springs RSL. On reaching such a significant milestone I would like to thank Allan for his contribution to our community, and his dedicated and gallant service in our armed forces. Feel free to contact me about Watts Ward or Council related issues on 0409 951 020 or email at: lara.carli@melton.vic.gov.au or visit my Facebook page at: facebook.com/Cr.LaraCarli

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A better place for food waste

The Edge exhibition on now! A new exhibition exploring the state of nature at the edge of urban growth is open at CS Gallery in Caroline Springs.

Did you know you can free up space in your red bin and help reduce landfill by putting food scraps in your green bin?

The Edge: An Exploration of Nature, Urban Growth and Community brings together five local artists to explore the experiences of residents in a rapidly growing city. The Edge on at CS Gallery until 9 July. Find out more at melton.vic.gov.au/theedge

Our ‘Food Organics, Garden Organics (FOGO)’ service allows you to dispose of loose (not bagged) scraps into your green bin. Instead of using plastic or compostable bags which cannot be processed with the compost material, bins can be lined with newspaper, paper towel, or garden clippings.

Register your pet Don’t forget, domestic pet registrations are due on 10 April. All cats and dogs over three months old need to be microchipped and registered with Council.

Fruit and vegetable scraps, eggshells, meat, bones and leftovers are all accepted in the green bin, together with garden waste such as grass clippings, small branches and weeds.

You can renew pet registrations online or register a new pet at melton.vic.gov.au/petrego

Find out more at melton.vic.gov.au/FOGO

Have fun these autumn school holidays! With the autumn school holidays approaching, now’s the perfect time to book your kids into our exciting holiday activities! We have everything from rockets, racers, virtual reality, science and engineering games, easter crafts, sports days, dance classes and more. Details and bookings at melton.vic.gov.au/schoolholidays

Cambridge Ward with Cr Kathy Majdlik Visit melton.vic.gov.au/ lakesidealive for more information or follow Melton City Major Events on Facebook @MeltonCityEvents

This Saturday 1 April, the banks of Lake Caroline will come to life when we get together and enjoy the festivities at Lakeside Alive! Back and bigger than ever, this free, fun-filled day features a range of great activities, food trucks and live music performances. You can enjoy our Puppy Pit Stop with a photobooth, caricature artist, and free microchipping; enjoy the Kiddie Korner with silent disco, musical garden, and face painting; stroll through the car show; and marvel at the twilight fireworks.

Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of celebrating the 100th birthday of local resident and World War II veteran, Allan Godfrey. A member of the Caroline Springs RSL, Allan has served both our country, and this community, with passion, dedication, and good humour. It was an honour to share this special occasion with him and his wonderful friends and family; and I’d like to congratulate Allan and thank

him for his service. Finally, with the Easter break and school holidays fast approaching, I’d like to urge everyone to be safe and vigilant on our roads. If the kids are looking for something to do, remember Council offers an exciting range of school holiday activities for young people of all ages. Visit melton. vic.gov.au for information and booking details. You can contact me regarding any Council related matters. I can be contacted via email at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.

Your Councillors – Visit melton.vic.gov.au/councillors to find your ward Councillors and their contact details

Mayor Cr Lara Carli

Deputy Mayor Cr Julie Shannon

Cr Steve Abboushi

Cr Justine Farrugia

Cr Goran Kesic

Cr Kathy Majdlik

Cr Sophie Ramsey

Cr Bob Turner

Cr Ashleigh Vandenberg

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Local partnership strengthened By Tara Murray A partnership between Brimbank council, local police and key stakeholders will be strengthened. The former Safety Roundtable group was established by council in 2013 as a critical partnership group supporting community safety. A new partnership, the Brimbank Safety and Wellbeing Partnership will come into effect, replacing the roundtable. The partnership is a formal agreement, shared values and commitment of resources between diverse members, including Victoria Police, the state government, health and community

service providers, community leaders and council. Councillors supported the formation of the network at last week’s council meeting. “In 2022, council worked with a number of internal and external stakeholders to co-design a scalable approach for improving safety and ensuring community wellbeing at the Errington Reserve precinct in St Albans,” a report to the council meeting stated. “As part of this, a service co-ordination model was developed that included recommendations to convene a Brimbank Hotspots Group and transition the Safety Roundtable into the Brimbank Safety and Wellbeing Partnership (SWP).

“The Hotspots Group brings police, traders and service providers to identify and undertake place-based interventions in ‘hotspot’ locations across Brimbank, including Errington Reserve. This includes the coordination of welfare responses, policing, local laws compliance, public realm safety and amenity improvements and place activation. “It is intended that the SWP will provide strategic oversight for these location-based interventions, bringing key local stakeholders together to focus on ways to improve safety outcomes through social inclusion rather than just a law-and-order approach.” The key objective of the SWP includes

overseeing the outcomes of the safe and inclusive Brimbank strategy and implementation plan, to share information as a basis for collaborative action and community education, identify emerging needs and gaps relating to community safety issues, provide input on strategic policies, plans and projects that seek to improve community safety outcomes and oversee actions arising from the Brimbank Hotspots meeting. Councillor Victoria Borg said it was pleasing that the partnership was now also focusing on wellbeing, with research showing that those who are a threat to community safety usually have mental health related problems and other health problems.

Ready for Easter scrap The old rivalry between Albion and Sunshine will be renewed on Good Friday. With the two clubs both in the Western Region Football League division 2 competition this season, they will face off to start the season on April 7. The teams will play for the Hart Recycling Cup in what they’re calling the Good Friday Scrap. The last time the teams played was in 2019 when both were in division 1. There will be face painting and Easter eggs for the kids, while there will be plenty of fundraising for the Good Friday appeal. Cats player Josh Michetti is set to have his head shaved by the winning coach after the game as part of the fundraising efforts. Albion president Danny Taylor said they were hoping to get a lot of people down to

watch some good football on the day, as well as raise money for charity. It’s the first time the club has hosted a Good Friday match. The action at JR Parsons Reserve will start at 12pm with the reserves, followed by the seniors at 2.15pm. To donate: http://ow.ly/m9TW50NnnsU

Sunshine coach Ben Chapman and player Patty O’Keefe, Hart Recycling’s Derek Farquhar and Albion coach Blake Richards and player Jacob Green. (Supplied)

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Barro fights licence cancellation By Tara Murray The Barro Group is calling for a stay on the decision to cancel its licence to operate to the Sunshine landfill. The group and the Environmental Protection Authority faced the tribunal on March 14 after the Barro Group decided to take action after the EPA cancelled its licence. The licence was cancelled with underground fires at the Kealba site burning for more than three years. The two parties will be back before the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal on March 30 in regards to the matter.

The EPA also issued an environmental action notice to manage ongoing risks at the site. This notice included capping and rehabilitation plans, which the EPA continues to enforce along with previous notices. The EPA provided an update to community members on the current situation. “Barro Group have asked to review our decision to revoke their licence,” EPA regional manager western metropolitan region Steve Lansdell said. “A VCAT administrative hearing is on 30 March 2023 to determine next steps. “Barro Group have applied for a stay. A stay

is a permanent or temporary discontinuation of a legal action, by an order of the court. “This means there may be a temporary hold on our ability to revoke their licence until VCAT holds a full hearing. “We attended VCAT on 14 March 2023 to consider this stay application. We expect a decision from VCAT in [the] coming weeks.” A court date has also been set for March 31 after the EPA charged the Barro Group and three of its directors in relation to breaches of general environmental duty. The EPA has also reviewed the final report

that the Barro Group has provided. “The report provided information on recent hotspot temperature and drilling,” Mr Lansdell said. “We issued a draft notice to investigate. This means further monitoring at the landfill boundary and batter walls. Barro Group have until 17 March 2023 to provide any comments. “In the coming weeks we expect to determine further actions. This action focuses on the hotspot remediation strategy going forward.” The EPA was set to hold a community meeting last week.

In harmony together Harmony day went beyond the teachers and students at St Albans Heights Primary School on Wednesday. This year for Harmony Day the school invited the students families to íts annual Harmony Day welcome barbecue. School community liaison officer Leanne Etemovic and community hub leader Dannielle Tomlinson said it was an opportunity for our families to meet the staff at the school and get to know other families that make up our diverse school community. “Harmony Day is a celebration of our cultural diversity – a day of cultural respect for everyone who calls Australia home,” they said. “Our family’s got to experience each other’s cultures, enjoyed Henna, experienced AFL [football] and made badges and art displays to show their solidarity that followed this year’s

theme of “everyone belongs.” “We also invited families to come dressed in their cultural dress or orange, to showcase our dynamic multicultural community that we, here at S.A.H.P.S, are very proud of. “The feedback was very positive, families had a lovely afternoon, connecting with each other, different cultures and the school … which was the point of the afternoon.”

St Albans Heights Primary School’s Harmony Day. (Supplied)

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Celebrating good food and wine Melton’s best restaurants, bars and venues will be in the spotlight later this month as part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Venues in Aintree and Caroline Springs will be taking part in Westside Wanders, a progressive tour during which participants stop for a bite and drink and each venue. This is the second year Melton has taken part in the festival program. This series complements Eat Drink Westside,

a unique collaboration between Melbourne’s western region councils, Melbourne Food and Wine Festival and Western Melbourne Tourism. Eat Drink Westside started in 2016 and it shines a light on the area’s culinary gems and enviable food community. Mayor Lara Carli said Melton council was proud to partner with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.

“You don’t have to travel across the city to have great dining experiences. You can get it right here,” she said. Western Melbourne Tourism chairperson Scott Chapman said the organisation valued the strong partnership with Food and Wine Victoria in the delivery of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival and in presenting the very best of the west in food from around the world. The Aintree Wander will be held on

Wednesday, March 29, from 6pm-8.30om, at HomeCo. Woodlea Town, 2 Lim Way, Aintree. It will feature Chef Lagenda, Aintree Food and Wine Co, Kesari Woodlea and a performance by Abcd Bollywood Dance School. The Caroline Springs Wander is on Thursday, March 30, from 6pm-8.30pm. Bookings required via melton.vic.gov. au/AintreeWander or melton.vic.gov.au/ CarolineSpringsWander

Learning in harmony not have a recognised higher qualification, while anyone seeking to learn English as an Additional Language (EAL) is also welcome. Burmese refugee Aye Aye Si Ccun Sah Boi said she took part in the program as a way to study EAL toward a career in community services. “I’ve met people from a lot of countries,” she said. “In future, I want to work with lots of different communities.” Details: vupolytechnic.edu.au/courses/ transition-education/western-melbourneenglish-program

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As part of Harmony Week (Monday, March 20 to Sunday, March 26), Victoria University’s vocational education provider Polytechnic has celebrated the achievements of its Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP) in welcoming hundreds of students from across the globe to its classrooms for about 30 years. With classrooms in Sunshine and St Albans, the WMEP helps students from 16 to more than 65 years of age from a number of countries, including Vietnam, Sudan, Ethiopia, and Eritrea, Syria and Afghanistan, strengthen their reading, writing, speaking, listening and numeracy skills. WMEP manager Gabriella Zibell said the WMEP was the only program which delivers a full suite of courses and specialised streams across a number of disciplines. “We offer more than 20 courses for students wanting to improve their English, whether it be for work, or just to help them with day-to-day activities,” she said. Students are eligible for funding if they are citizens or permanent residents and do

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

Palliative volunteers needed Mercy Palliative Care in Sunshine is looking for volunteers to visit palliative care patients in their homes to offer social support. ■ 9313 5700, or MPCVolunteerCoordinators@mercy.com.au

Vaccine hub A new Sunday vaccine service will run at IPC Health’s Deer Park GP clinic. The clinic will be open every Sunday as a walk-in vaccination hub from 10am-2pm. No appointments are needed and clients without Medicare cards are welcome. COVID-19 booster vaccines, Novavax, Pfizer first does for children older than five and MPox for monkeypox are available. ■ 0490 745 436 or vaccinations@ipchealth.com.au

Meredith Thomas exhibition BAY is a selection of themed works from Port Phillip Bay. The larger studio works consider colour, surface reflection and depth in a more leisurely fashion, and are richer and more textural. The exhibition is on show at the Brimbank Community and Civic Centre until Thursday, April 20. ■ artspaces@brimbank.vic.gov.au or 9249 4600

Deer Park Lions Club Deer Park Lions Club is looking for new members. It holds dinner meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at the Deer Park Senior Citizens Club, 119 Station Road, Deer Park. ■ Michael, 0417 307 572

This week’s photographer’s choice picture is of Kiara, 10, and Bridie, 8, enjoying the sunflowers at Bolwarrah Springs. (Damjan Janevski) 324710_01

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Sunshine Community Brass is looking for trumpet and percussion players to join its vibrant band of musicians. With more than 90 years of history, the band rehearses at 45 Furlong Road, North Sunshine, on Tuesdays from 7.30pm. ■ Andrew, 0419 444 620

Struggling to lose weight? Struggling to get motivated? Want to try and do it in a friendly and less stressful atmosphere? Come and join TOWN (Take Weight Off Naturally) every Tuesday at 6pm at the Darlingsford Barn, Darlingsford Boulevard, Melton. ■ Catherine, 0416 612 517, or Bob, 0411 824 739

St Albans senior citizens

Parkinson’s support group

St Albans Senior Citizens group meet at the centre at the corner of Alfrieda and William streets, St Albans, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9am-1.30pm. Annual membership: $10. Cost: $1 entry on attendance day. ■ Roma, 0435 991 064

The Melton Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Thursday of the month 10.30am–12.30pm at Kurunjang Community Centre, 33-35 Mowbray Crescent, Kurunjang. New members and carers welcome. ■ Helen, 0409 186 576

Smartphone Photography

Melton Bridge Club

A hands-on phone photography workshop where you will learn how to capture nature, people and scenes on your smartphone is being held in Braybrook. You will be guided on a learning tour where you will see and capture local scenes, murals, people, and buildings. The sessions run on Tuesdays until April 4 between 1-3pm at the Braybrook Community Hub. ■ http://ow.ly/QfFM50NcGT0

The Melton Bridge Club has recommenced weekly social Bridge sessions at the Melton Library on Fridays from 10am-noon. Come along to play an exciting, social card game and have loads of fun. Bridge offers the suspense of poker, the cerebral qualities of chess and the excitement of athletic sports, all in a relaxed and social setting. If you like playing cards this is for you. ■ Rosemary, 0407 894 817

Sunshine Community Brass

Melton Men’s Group Melton Men’s Group meets every Thursday from 5-8pm at The Gap on Graham, 5 Graham Street, Melton. Focusing on Senior Men’s mental and physical wellbeing. The group invites new members to come for a cuppa and a chat, listen to guest speakers and participate in activities including carpet bowls, pool and table tennis. ■ https://meltonmensgroup.home.blog/

Zonta club meets Zonta is an international organisation bringing women together to support other women. The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420

U3A Melton U3A Melton offers among its activities a book group, Australian history and a gentle exercise class for those 55 and over who are retired or semi-retired who wish to stay mentally and physically active. ■ 0419 563 016

Melton Combined Probus Club The Melton Probus Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Melton Dart Club, 63a Reserve Road, from 9.45am. ■ 9746 0271

Rose Carers Of Maddingley Park

Join the Melton Friendship Group for singles 55 and older. Meet fortnightly for coffee and chat nights and organised affordable outings and events. ■ 0406 493 734

The Rose Carers meet Wednesdays from 10am-noon at Maddingley Park, corner of Grant and Taverner streets, Bacchus Marsh, to maintain two beautiful rose gardens. New volunteers are always welcome – with or without experience. ■ Elaine Greenhall, 0418 171 119, or 0400 052 857

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Melton Cycling Club

The Melton Valley Ladies Probus Club meets at 10am on the second Tuesday of each month at the Melton Country Club. The group is open to everyone, new and old members, to get together and discover the social aspects of the group. ■ Ann, 0425 705 150

Melton Cycling Club meets for regular Sunday rides. There are three different riding groups to cater for different abilities starting at 7.30am. The rides finish at Lazy Moe’s for a cuppa. ■ 0403 057 003

The Gap on Graham The Gap provides a place for Melton youth to hang out, socialise, play games and learn new skills. The centre holds a night for girls aged 10 to 18 years at 5 Graham Street, Melton, on Wednesday evenings. There is also a drop-in night for anyone aged 12 to 25 years old. ■ Val, 0414 769 605

Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa. ■ 9747 8576

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If you love to sing, come join the Melton Singers. The group rehearses regularly and also performs at aged care facilities.

The group is very relaxed and sings songs mainly from the 60’s and 70’s. It meets Tuesdays at 10am. ■ Val, 0418 667 150

Rotary Club of Melton The Rotary Club of Melton invites new guests to join its meetings, held on the first and third Tuesday of every month, 6pm at Tabcorp Park in Melton. ■ meltonrotary@gmail.com

Melton Trauma Teddies Melton Trauma Teddies are seeking volunteers to assist with knitting, stuffing, or stitching teddy-bears that go to children in their time of need. ■ Jean, 0412 931 498

Bacchus Marsh Market Bacchus Marsh rejoice! There will be a monthly market at Maddingley Park. On the second Saturday of every month there will be a variety of stallholders and food trucks. Bring a picnic blanket and invite your friends and family for a lovely market day out.

Tai Chi for health Come along to Homestead Community and Learning Centre in Roxburgh Park for a lesson in tai chi, a low impact exercise program to build strength. Everyone is welcome. It’ll be held every Monday from 10.30-11.30am. ■ https://www.hume.vic.gov.au/Eventbrite/ Tai-Chi-for-Health-317365848797

Adult education Banksia Gardens Community Services is running adult education courses including an introduction to computers and brushing up on English skills. ■ 9309 8531

Senior citizens meet The Gladstone Park Senior Citizens Club regularly meets for games of bingo, carpet bowls and a chat over a cuppa, at the coroner of Carrick and Elmhurst drives, Gladstone Park. ■ Beulah, 0411 422 398

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Nissan wagon finds its own path By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring How things change. Take the Nissan Pathfinder, for example, that over almost 40 years found its way from being a basic two-door compact wagon, through a big boofy 4x4, to the smart, sophisticated seven (or eight) seater sports utility vehicle of today. Originally designed for the North American market, the initial Pathfinder was the first of the segment to be offered in two-wheel drive guise. The fith generation has landed Down Under with new-found modern design and a stack of high-tech features and safety systems, albeit on a platform and with a V6 engine, developments of the superseded model. The continuous variable transmission has been let behind in favour of a new nine-speed auto. Three variants - ST, Ti and Ti-L - only are on offer in a mix of front and all-wheel drive. Diesel or hybrid options, unlike from rival carmakers such as Hyundai, Kia and Toyota, are not on the cards. Prices have gone up considerably, starting at $54,190, plus on-road costs, for the entry-level ST 2WD model, while the range topper signs off at $77,890 without ORCs. However, where the Pathfinder finds its appeal is the offer of two seating configurations, for seven or eight. The standard three-row set-up is for eight, but stretch to the Ti-L and get into a pair of luxurious leather captain’s chairs mid cabin separated by removable centre console storage. The test vehicle, a Ti 4WD costing $70,030, plus on-roads, came as an eight-seater with a 60:40 split second-row reclining bench. Access to the back twin seats is a doddle, even for grown-ups, with a one-touch button automatically flipping and folding the second row out of the way. All Pathfinders are covered by a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty with round-the-clock roadside assistance for the same period.

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No longer basic, neither is it boofy as in previous iterations, the fith-generation Pathfinder is the essence of the large SUV, with quality, comfort and safety to the fore, on and off road. Versatility is the byword, with nothing to match this, except perhaps the Hyundai Palisade.

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Summer season grand final joy There’s been grand final fever across Melbourne’s north-west in recent weeks, as the summer sports finish up their seasons. There’s plenty of good stories from across all competitions and here is four of them.

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All-round performance seals win Sunshine Heights’ under-13 B side tasted premiership success in the Western Region Junior Cricket Association Friday north competition. Whilst Deer Park won the toss and batted first it was bowled out for 130 in 25 overs. Deer Park’s leading run scorer, Arjun Upadhyay top scored 37 runs off 33 balls, which included one four and three sixes. Noah Ramsey dismissed Arjun. Noah’s the youngest Ramsey to play with our club, along with his father, Shane and his two older brothers, Zac and Jhett. Noah’s bowling figures were 2-20 off three overs.

Epping’s second XI premiership side.

An emotional win for Epping The premiership success for Epping’s second XI in the Diamond Valley Cricket Association B-grade competition was extra special. Playing in their fifth grand final in seven seasons, the Pingers won their fourth title. This one was extra special as at the beginning of the season the club lost a young man who was one of their best mates. At only 18, Kade Lawry, who was part of the B-grade side, took his own life just before the cricket season, with the players dedicating the season to him. After losing to Diamond Creek during the regular season, the Pingers turned the tables in the grand final. Epping batted first and made 9-147 led by captain Jaedyn Kearney 46 not out and wicketkeeper Shanyn Kearney with 30. The Pingers then restricted Diamond Creek to 112 wickets, with Jordan Wilkins taking 4-27 and Jaedyn Kearney 3-20 to make it a special day for the club.

Sunshine Heights’ second best bowler was Sarim Tamoor who bowled three overs, taking 1-7. Manroop Singh took three outfield catches to help get Deer Park all out. Sunshine Heights got the runs as the sun set, finishing 5-132 off 28 overs. Sarim made 34 not out and Noah 31 not out, both retired and came back in with a 60-odd run partnership. Arlo Mykyta made a handy 14 not out to help guide Heights home. It was an all round team effort to defeat the top side away from home.

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Altona notches up a perfect season It was the perfect season for Altona in the Western Region Junior Cricket Association under-11 Friday south-east competition. After starting the season with one under-11 team, the A’s split into two teams due to the number of players. One team played in the south-east competition and the other in the club’s Friday east. In the south-east grand final, Altona faced Grand United. Altona batted first making 9-172 with Charlie Loft top scoring with 26. Grand United finished 13-140 in reply off its 20 overs. Alistair Culka took 3-14 off his three overs. In the club’s east competition, there were no finals. The team won eight games for the season.

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Altona Sports’ successful season was capped off with a third senior premiership. After its division 5 side won a premiership, the club’s top side managed to go back-to-back, albeit in different competitions. The second XI made it a hat-trick of wins, winning the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association Barrie Clissold Shield against East Coburg. East Coburg batted first and were set to make a big total before Dean Bryden and

Jono Lang combined to take 8-63 to dismiss East Coburg for 146. Dean Mckensie and Daniel Mulcahy got Altona Sports away to a strong start before East Coburg started to take wickets before Lucas “The Kid” Meirers came in and showed wisdom beyond his years and steered the side to victory to score 8-147 to see Altona Sports home. It was back-to-back wins for the second XI.

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Positive start for Westvale Olympic Early signs are good for Westvale Olympic in the FV state league 2 north-west competition. The state league 3 north-west premiers last season, Westvale is hoping to consolidate its spot in the higher division. Coach Bill Georgopoulos said things were looking good not just for the senior side, but also the club as a whole. He said there had been a big push on social media and holding different events to help grow the club. “We’re looking much better than last year,” he said. “The juniors are taking off a bit which is important for us. “We’re a grassroots club, a community club. We had a successful year consolidating our position in state league 2 and see where it takes us.” Georgopoulos said they had a young senior squad this season, as they were keen to build a squad full of young and ambitious players.

“I’ve kept a lot of the young boys from last year, seven or eight of them,” he said. “With all the new players, we’ve pretty much kept the same mould of player. The average age is 22-23, we’re a very young side.” Early match results have shown that Westvale is on the right track. It is through to the fourth round of the Australia Cup, where it will play Old Scotch on April 6. The side started its regular FV state league 2 north-west season with a draw against Mill Park. Georgopoulos said they could have come away with the three points. “We could have won three-four nil went goal up and lapse of concentration and conceded the equaliser,” he said. “We still had a chance to get the win. It was the first game and against one of the favourites. “I spoke to their coach after the game and

he said they didn’t deserve anything from the game. They had one half chance in the whole 90 minutes and they scored. “It’s all about consistency with a young team. The team is playing well so far.” Westvale was set to face Altona North on Saturday in the second round of the season, after deadline. Altona North is one side that Westvale knows well. “Altona North was the team promoted with us,” Georgopoulos said before the game. “Both are aiming for their first win for the season. It’ll be a hard fought game against an experienced team.” In other state league 2 north-west matches that were set for the weekend, Albion Rovers were set to face Mill Park and Western Suburbs were set to play Altona East Phoenix. Tara Murray

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Innella’s a global talent By Peter Howe “See ball, get ball,” is a simple mantra of March Don Deeble Sports Star Jack Innella. It was what worked for him when he first started playing basketball and nothing has changed as he prepares to travel to France with the Australian Boomerangs, the men’s national team for athletes with an intellectual disability, to the Virtus Global Games. Innella started playing basketball as a 10-year-old. “I didn’t know the rules, but I loved the speed of the game,” he said “You are always involved. “My parents made it simple for me, see ball get ball. So, I did.” Innella tried football but found he was out of the play for a lot of the time, so he lost interest quickly. It is very obvious he is a fierce competitor. For a start he is only 1.8 metres tall and the smallest member of his teams, secondly and most importantly for Innella, he wants to break the glass ceiling by becoming the first intellectually disabled basketballer to make it in mainstream basketball. “I would like to set the pathway for my mates in the Boomerangs to be seen as competent basketballers and able to match it with the best.” Innella has taken the first step towards that goal by being the first Boomerangs player to be invited to the AIS in Canberra for a camp of

Westvale’s Christopher Triantafilopoulos during the Australia Cup. (Joe Mastroianni) 322193_07

under-20 basketballers. Just 25 basketballers in Australia were selected to attend that camp. “It was very physical and tough, but I loved it,” Innella said. Innella doesn’t want people to judge him, just accept him for who he is and celebrate what he brings to the team. He has made the huge decision to take himself off his ADHD medication to comply with WADA regulations as he chases his sporting dreams. “The older I get the more I understand myself. I am a perfectionist and get angry with myself if I make mistakes. “I have learned to take myself out of the game if this happens. I don’t feel I need my medication at this stage and am managing it quite well.” Innella trained at Team 639 in Hoppers Crossing to work on my strength and conditioning most days before spending another two hours with his mentor Darren Hindle to work on his shooting technique and mindset. Innella is a visual learner and picks up the nuances very quickly. Learning by repetitive doing means he spends hours and hours watching and playing the sport. “I play as the point guard in my teams, it is like being the quarterback in the NFL. You set up the plays and set the tempo of the game.” Innella made his first state squad at age 14 as

an emergency. It was an amazing achievement given it was an open age men’s team. His parents took him to Canberra to watch the tournament as emergencies didn’t travel for that tournament. One of the Victorian assistant coaches saw him in the crowd, came and got him and immersed him into the team for the rest of that tournament. That moment had an overwhelming impact on him. The bond between player and coach was forged in that simple act of inclusion. Innella now travels from Truganina to Pakenham five days a week to train and play under that coach. As a 15-year-old, Innella was also playing in mainstream representative teams. The best moment in Innella’s basketball life occurred in the Virtus Asian Games held in Brisbane last year. Innella was playing point guard for Australia and was given some tough defensive roles. At the recent Ivor Burge National Basketball Australia tournament held in Geelong, Innella was selected as the best defensive player in the competition. The Don Deeble Sports Star Award is sponsored by the Yarraville Club Cricket Club, Strathmore Community Bank, the Deer Park Club, Ascot Vale Sports and Trophies and Star Weekly. If you would like to nominate a monthly winner or attend a dinner contact swrsportsclub@gmail.com or 0408 556 631.

It will be a new looking Taylors Lakes in the Essendon District Football League division 2 this season. The Lions have been busy adding players to the squad as they aim to play finals this season. Coach Steve Burns said there would be a few changes this season. “We have 11 or so recruits and five or six returning players,” he said. “We’ve only lost two players from the senior side from last season which is pretty good. It’s been a really strong solid pre-season from the boys and we believe we will be right in the mix.” Burns said with so many new players, the challenge was firstly figuring who players where, but then the players learning to play together. Samuel Kosmak, Jake Toa, Jack Burns, Raaf Rachrache, Mitch Jones and Aaron Vendramini are among some of the new signings. “The practice matches start this weekend,” he said last week. “It’s all good and well going well on the track, but in game situations they have never played together before. “We won’t get to know this until we get through the practice games and the early part of the season.” Burns said while many of their recruits are in the 22-23 age bracket they bring more experience to the group. He said they hope that will help in close games. Last season they lost four games under two goals and drew another game, finishing in sixth. Burns said they would be a better side this season. “We feel like we have done everything right,” he said. “We are one of two players short of where we want to be. “But we’ve had one preseason and it’s been a really good start of what we want to set up and returning to be a division 1 club. “The group has taken on board everything w have thrown at them. The expectation is there will be a level of improvement. “Where that takes us I don’t know, We definitely want to play finals, but it’s an even division.” Tara Murray

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Young Keilor Thunder stars ready for challenge Keilor Thunder is set to be tested early in the National Basketball League 1 South competition. Entering its second season in the competition, the Thunder has a young talented list, with many having come through the club’s junior program. With a couple of players still to arrive and an injury, the Thunder’s young stars will be thrown in the deep end. Thunder coach Trevor Burnette said they would be playing a lot of kids early on. “They’ve done really well in the three or four pre-season matches,” he said. “They’re getting opportunities and it’s been a big learning curve. “The biggest learning curve is how physical you can play, with much more bumping. “They’re getting better and better every game. We’re always in games in the first half. It might be a two point game and then we lose by 10 to 20 points. “Just size wears us down.” Burnette said Erinn McAlary had been really good and impressive in the pre-season matches,

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while Jaz Salon did a good job with her scoring and penetrating in the first three games. Maddi Puli, who has returned from college is slowly finding her feet, having scored 25 points

in their most recent practice match. The young stars will be joined by some new signings and imports. Grace Graham, who is currently injured, returns to the Thunder from college, having previously represented Victoria at the under-20 national championships. Burnette said that Graham would be a key piece of their side and getting a player of her calibre is an absolute steal. Another signing is Lana Hollingsworth is a two-way player who can impact the game on both ends She is currently a development player for the Southside Flyers in the WNBL Import Shaunay Edmonds has already arrived in the country and will be ready for round one. She is coming off a great season in the. Pro-League in Mexico and is a highly decorated point guard coming from Akron University where she was a four year starter. Burnette said she had a lot of playing experience and would have a big presence on

Lions fall short in final

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Sports shorts A-League Western United locked in a top two spot in the A-League Women’s competition with two matches remaining. United in its inaugural season has stunned many observers with its first season and the success it has had so far. A top two spot guarantees a double chance in the opening week of finals. United was set to face Canberra at the weekend.

By Tara Murray Deer Park’s fairytale rise in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association fell just short of a second straight premiership. After winning the division 1 title last season, the Lions had a season of ups and downs, but ultimately made the senior division grand final. A below par batting performance on Saturday would prove to be the difference, with the Clubbers claiming premiership glory. Lions coach Mick Andriadis joked when they won last season’s premiership they would go for a second straight premiership, and he was almost proven correct. “You would like to achieve something like that,” he said. “To our club’s credit and to the players, everyone involved it has been a roller coaster year. “[The] first game with a [a loss by] mankad then we had the dramas with Haig [Fawkner] and then we’re not playing, then we are playing. “Full credit to the VTCA for getting the season finished as they did. It was not the result we were looking for, [but] credit to my boys they fought it out well.” Andriadis admits making just 138 on day one was never going to be enough. James Leach top scored with 37. Andriadis said they might have played their grand final in the semi final to get past Haig, with one of their best performances of the season. “We just needed to make a bit more runs,’ he said. “If we had this weather yesterday [Saturday] might have been a different story,” he said. “At one stage there I think we were 5-90, when [Mohammed] Alfar and Leach were batting and I thought we were a chance to take the momentum but not to be, couple of bad outs and an Ibw, turned the game and all of a sudden you’re five or six for 100.” The Clubbers started well with the bat reaching 0-70. They lost four quick wickets to slip to 4-97 to give the Lions a chance. Andriadis said had you told him that Trent Lawford, Chinthaka Jayasinghe and Sangaran Nandhalal would make 22 between them, he would have thought it would have gone a long way to getting victory. But it wasn’t to be, with the Clubbers finishing 4-140. Fawad Malook took three wickets for the Lions.

the court as well as off court in helping the culture of the side. Eva Kristjánsdóttir is the other import announced by the club, but is still to arrive. Kristjánsdóttir comes to Keilor from Iceland where she has played professionally most recently for Haukar. A forward who has represented Iceland at the under-15 and under-16 level as a junior and then debuting for the national team in 2020. Burnette said Kristjánsdóttir was a wing-post player and was a nice piece of the puzzle. The Thunder starts its season on Sunday against the Knox Raiders. Burnette said they would be tested right from the start. “Game one could be tough, but game two and three we should be okay,” he said. “We think we’ll be pretty competitive. Knox has a couple of WNBL girls and we will find out how good we are really quick.”

VNL The City West Falcons opened its account with a big win against the Peninsula Waves in the Victorian Netball League championship division. After a loss in round one in the grand final rematch, the Falcons were too strong for the Waves, winning 86-44. Jane Cook scored 48 goals, while Maddy Gray scored 21 and Uneeq Palavi scored 16 goals. The Falcons face the Hawks this week.

Coates Talent League Western Jets Rook Barry was one of the stars at the recent Coates Talent League Boys testing day ahead of the commencement of the 2023 season. Players from the 12 Victorian programs featured in a range of testing, which included the standing vertical jump, running vertical jump, 20m sprint, agility test and yo-yo test. Barry, whose local club is the Yarraville Seddon Eagles, was quickest on the 20m sprint, with a time of 2.845 seconds.

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James Leach top scored for Deer Park. (Jacob Pattison) 325608_02

Despite the grand final loss, Andriadis said there was so much to take out of this season. “All in all, I’m rapt for the season, rapt for the club,” he said. “I think a bit of history there the first club to come up from division 1 and play off in a

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granny, I don’t think it has happened before. “I know that it hurts a little big now, but it’s been a great effort “Top division is not easy, we see the differences in some of the sides. I’m proud of the boys and the way that they fought.”

Bob Tregear has been appointed the Western Region Football League’s interim chief executive until a new appointment is made. Tregear has stepped into the role after the league and recently appointed chief executive Ritchie Hinton decided to part ways. Since retiring as WRFL chief executive in 2017, Tregear has maintained his strong connection through supporting the board on governance matters and through involvement in special projects. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Brimbank & North West Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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GROUNDS KEY: (AO) Adelaide Oval, (AS) Accor Stadium, (BA) Blundstone Arena, (G) Gabba, (GS) Giants Stadium, (M) Mars Stadium, (MRVL) Marvel Stadium, (MCG) Melbourne Cricket Ground, (MS) Metricon Stadium, (SCG) Sydney Cricket Ground, (OS) Optus Oval, (T) TIO Staduim, (UTS) University Of Tasmania Stadium.

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