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Young artists set to glow Diggers Rest Primary School will farewell its old art room with a 2000-piece glowing art exhibition. The Great Glow Show will be held on Thursday, March 30 in the current art room to celebrate the pupiks and their work before the room gets demolished during the school holidays to make way for a new specialist hub. The school’s art teacher, Taryn Paterra, said more than 400 pupils have contributed to the show. “The event will feature over 2000 art pieces … with kids entering four pieces each,” Ms explained. “It has become a massive event with all 2000 art pieces displayed being fluorescent. It is actually quite outstanding, the efforts and the effects of this show.” Ms Paterra said the school wanted to farewell the old art room with a bang. “[I thought] let’s go out with a bang [and] paint the room black.” Ms Paterra said the specialist hub will also include a gym and stage. The work is being funded by a $13.4 million state government grant. “The kids are incredibly excited to see the new building,” she said. “Construction will begin shortly and it will be amazing.” Art teacher Taryn Paterra with pupils Kodi and Skye getting ready for the Great Glow Show. (Damjan Janevski) 324876_02

Cricket frustration grows By Zoe Moffatt Malmsbury Cricket Club is frustrated with Macedon Ranges council’s lack of communication about works on its clubhouse following floods last year, which has left them reliant on Eskies. The floods, which swept through the grounds in October, caused extensive damage to the clubhouse and all of its contents. Club secretary Matt Cox said he was frustrated the council had been receiving updates on the clubhouse and not passing

them on. “It’s very frustrating,” Mr Cox said. “[The council] got an update two weeks before [they] told me.” Star Weekly sent an update request to Macedon Ranges council on March 13 in regards to running water and power. Council said “the club was informed of progress of works on February 9, 2023, and an update on insurance repairs was provided on March 14, 2023.” In this update, the council said “water was restored to the Malmsbury Cricket

Club changeroom facilities on February 10, 2023.” Mr Cox said while there is running water in the bathroom there is not any in the clubhouse. “Unless you want to make a cup of tea from the bathroom,” he said. “But that’s not how things work normally.” Council also said its has “requested a further update on the permits for the canteen and pavilion”. While council have completed works to the fencing, cricket nets and filled in the pot holes on the gravel driveway, Mr Cox said the

work has not been up to a high standard. “They fixed the driveway, but it’s not a smooth drive ground,” he said. “I went back to them saying … nothing’s level, nothing’s straight.” “I just think it’s a bit slack, it’s frustrating.” With the baseball season starting soon, Mr Cox said he would like to see the clubhouse back to working order. “The clubhouse needs to be returned back to an operating clubhouse for baseball season … It’s been going on for six months, there’s not [a] set date.”

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Kyneton development refused By Zoe Moffatt Macedon Ranges council has refused to support an application to build a 183-dwelling retirement village in Kyneton citing density and vegetation concerns. Viva Lifestyle Villages had applied for a permit to build the village, which would include a community centre, recreation facilities and a men’s shed, at 106 Edgecombe Road and 3 Baynton Road. Council’s decision to knock back the proposal at a meeting on March 22, follows Viva’s appeal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative

Tribunal (VCAT) after council failed to make a decision on the application within the 60 day statutory timeframe. Council said it was unable to make a decision within the timeframe as it was waiting on further information. West Ward councillor Mark Ridgeway, who voted to reject the permit, said there has been concern over the years about traffic management in the area. “Residents over a number of years have raised concerns over traffic management on the major intersection closer to that proposal, which is Saleyards Road, Edgecombe Road and

Pipers Creek Road,” he said. “If this proposal was to go ahead, it would only likely exacerbate those traffic issues which are already present and degenerating.” Cr Ridgeway said while the proposal addresses the significant need for affordable housing for seniors in Kyneton, it is an inappropriate residential development for the area. “The development is contrary to the environmental significance overlay,” he said. “Officers have also raised concerns on the impact of biodiversity in native vegetation in the area.”

West Ward councillor Janet Pearce agreed with Cr Ridgeway, and raised concerns with the location of the development, which would sit just out of the settlement boundary. “The development is a few “significant kilometers away from town but it’s also across the Calder, near where there’s high density impact with traffic and trucks,” Cr Pearce said. “It would be very car reliant at the moment to connect into town.” Cr Ridgeway said the planned development “doesn’t tick enough boxes as it stands.” VCAT has scheduled a compulsory conference over the matter on March 29.

Calling local footy buffs Lancefield Football Netball Club is calling on locals to help identify players and officials from the 1909 team, ahead of its 150-year anniversary. The photograph from the Romsey-Lancefield and District Historical Society captures the district-wide rep team outside the old members stand when it played the Victoria police team at the MCG. Charlie Walker from Lancefield FNC said organisers identified two Lancefield players in the team: Frank ‘Silver’ Caine (third from left) and Alexander ‘Ike’ Johnston (fourth from right), who both played VFL for Carlton. “It would be wonderful if the descendants of the other players would be able to put a name to a face, and bring them back to life,” he said. Mr Walker said local historian Denis Graham passed on the photograph of the Gisborne Association combined team for the club’s reunion on April 1.

“[Mr] Graham has co-authored a must read book [launching] in May detailing Lancefield’s football origins and its success through the ages,” he said. “No other country footy club can surely match the rivalry of the 150 years of encounters in the Lancefield-Romsey games, where passions overflow and mounted police once chased spectators off the ground.” Mr Walker said Lancefield has extensive early history in terms of leading the way in the development of the game. The photograph and other unearthed treasures will be on display at the reunion, which is to be held at the Lancefield Mechanics Hall. Mr Walker encouraged anyone with information about the players in the photograph to reach out to Mr Graham. Details: https://www. romseylancefieldhistorical.org.au/

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By Jessica Micallef The first concept design for the new-look Gap Road level crossing in Sunbury has been released. Gap Road will be lowered under the rail line to preserve the character of the heritage-listed Sunbury station. Construction on the project was brought forward to begin this year, with the level crossing expected to be removed by late 2022, and the remaining works completed in 2023 – two years ahead of the initial 2025 completion date. About 19,000 vehicles pass through the Gap

Road level crossing each day, with the number expected to reach 27,000 in 2026, according to state government data. A three-week community consultation period was held in November last year for the public to provide feedback on the design, landscaping and public artworks for the new level crossing. Sunbury MP Josh Bull said more than 170 residents contributed to the preliminary design. “The level crossing will be gone for good by the end of 2022, with a road under rail design as promised,” he said. “This year we will see site investigations continuing as well as some early works, with

the majority of major construction towards the end of 2022.” The level crossing removal is being delivered in conjunction with the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade, which includes platform extensions, train stabling modifications and rail track power upgrades at Sunbury station to enable bigger and more modern trains to run on the line. The line is expected to transport up to 113,000 passengers in peak hours every week when the Metro Tunnel is open. “We promised to remove this crossing by 2025, but this vital project has been fast tracked to synchronise works between the level

crossing removal and the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade,” Mr Bull said. “It means we will only need to close the line for an extended period of time once, rather than twice, resulting in less disruption and a level crossing-free Sunbury three years ahead of schedule. “This is a critical project that will improve safety and ease congestion in the heart of our community and it is time to get it done.” The Gap Road level crossing will be the fourth crossing removed on the Sunbury line and is one of 75 “dangerous and congested” level crossings in Melbourne to be gone by 2025.

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By Zoe Moffatt Woodend Neighbourhood House will launch a community food bank on Monday, March 27, with frozen meals and pantry staples. The neighbourhood house announced the new location on March 15, in the effort to help community members as the demand for food relief increases. Manager Melissa Baker said they recognised how important this service was to the community in 2021 and knew they needed to set up a dedicated space. “We first set up a community food swap at the end of 2021 with the idea that people could take what they need or leave what they could,” Ms Baker said. “Very quickly, demand outstripped supply, so we knew we needed to do more.” The new food bank will be located in undercroft of the neighbourhood house, with access via the gates by the Skate Park, off Margery Crescent. It will be open on Mondays and Thursdays between 12.30pm and 2.30pm. Ms Baker said the food bank will be staffed by volunteers and there will be a range of food and personal hygiene items available. “Our clients come from all walks of life and there is no shame in asking for help. Life happens to all of us, and the new food bank, just like the Woodend Neighbourhood House, is here for everyone,” she said. “We’re now calling on our community to consider how they can support this vital service.” The neighbourhood house said there are collection bins in the Woodend Coles and IGA for donations and cash donations can be made to the house between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Friday. “We’re also asking anyone who can spare a couple of hours a month to get in touch to

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add their name to the roster. Shifts are two hours long, training is provided, and you will be paired with another volunteer each shift,” Ms Baker said.

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Residents in Malmsbury will have to travel to another town to lease a PO box, with the town’s capacity currently full. Malmsbury Cricket Club secretary Matt Cox said they had to move the club’s PO box to Lancefield because Malmsbury Post Office did not have any available. “Being a local club in Malmsbury, it would be nice to have a PO box in Malmsbury,” Mr Cox said. “It makes it hard when the mail is going to Lancefield.” Australia Post has confirmed with Star Weekly that there are 230 PO boxes in Malmsbury and they are currently all full. Mr Cox said the club used to have a PO box in Malmsbury but after the death of the president, the lease lapsed and they were not able to get another one. The club ended up opening one in Lancefield after they were told Kyneton also did not have any availability, Mr Cox said. Australia Post has confirmed there are about 26, out of about 1000, PO boxes available in Kyneton. An Australia Post said spokesperson said residents without a PO box can continue to access their mail with over-the-counter collection during operating hours. “Additionally, PO box renewals occur in April each year and boxes do sometimes become available around this time,“ the spokesperson said. Zoe Moffatt

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Medal for Sunbury SES Sunbury State Emergency Service members were awarded the National Emergency Medal earlier this month, for their work during the 2019-20 bushfires. On Sunday, March 5, 17 members of the Sunbury SES were awarded the medal by the Governor-General David Hurley to celebrate and recognise their service in the emergency. Unit controller Anthony White said the Sunbury SES members were essential in helping to contain the bushfires. “We are incredibly proud of the contributions of the Sunbury unit in the face of the one of the most significant [emergencies] in our states history,” Mr White said. “Our people, when called upon, responded time and again faced danger with courage, pain with compassion and served faithfully those who depended on them.” During the bushfires, SES volunteers and staff from Sunbury and across Victoria helped to set up and manage the response at various incident control centres.

Deputy operations controller Daniel Edwards said Sunbury SES members responded to fires across the state. “More than 36 members [were] deployed 90 times to communities across Victoria from Mallacoota to Sale, from Bairnsdale to Bendoc,” Mr Edwards said. “There was not [a] community in eastern Victoria not visited by a Sunbury SES member.” In December 2020, the bushfires were declared a nationally significant emergency, allowing SES staff and volunteers to be nominated for a National Emergency Medal to recognise their work. Sunbury members to receive the medal are Jarrod Bell, Jacinta Hall, Alan Kuras, Kevin Muslayah, Benjamin Stanford, Anthony White, Richard Ashby, Catherine Bebbington, Melissa Dale, Nicole Dale, Alexander Hark, Angela Lane, Nicholas Luke, Christopher Mitchell, Jason Segrave, Kelly Strange, and Brandon Warren. Zoe Moffatt

Crackdown on firewood thieves The Conservation Regulator will be cracking down on firewood thieves ahead of winter. Only fallen timber without hollows can be collected and is limited to two cubic metres of firewood per person per day, and 16 cubic metres of firewood per household per financial year. On the spot fines of $740 will be handed out to anyone caught breaking the rules. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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MY PLACE Mental health nurse and author, Andrea Mizzi, tells Zoe Moffatt about her connection to Mount Macedon. Tell us a bit about yourself and what you do? I am a mum to three young daughters, aged nine, eight and six weeks. I have been a mental health nurse for over 20 years and have a passion for educating children about how to care for their mental health and in turn improve their wellbeing. What’s your connection to Mount Macedon? I am a local and share a deep affinity with Mount Macedon for its serenity and energy. The first day I visited the mountain I instantly felt a connection and knew that this would be my home. What do you like about where you live? I am a fitness enthusiast for both my physical health, but just as importantly for my mental health.

Where is your favourite local place to spend time? I very much enjoy the ambience of Mount Towrong Vineyard and I am a regular at the local Mount Macedon Trading post where the staff are always warm and welcoming, and where I feel a sense of belonging. Tell us something people would be surprised to know about you? My taste in music is something else … From old school R’n’B, to rock and then to meditation. It is very dependent on my mood and something I very much enjoy with my girls, as it often

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What, if anything, would you change about where you live? I would like to experience shorter winters, but have more snow and warm evenings to sit outside and enjoy those beautiful breezes only the mountain can provide.

turns into a dance party in no time. We love to boogie at home, in the car and anywhere else that we get a chance to. You just launched a book, tell us a bit about it. My book, ‘Marshall the Brave Knight’ is about an exquisite fun loving meerkat who, like any child, wants to simply go out and play. In order to play safely however his mum reminds him of

how to keep himself safe, and in turn Marshall becomes a fearless knight as he is now equipped with this knowledge. My story is aimed at parents, teachers, and caregivers of children who wish to start the conversation with their child on personal safety. My book was inspired by becoming a mother myself and wanting to educate my children on safe guarding their personal

safety and wellbeing. I wanted to do this in a fun loving way while encouraging their confidence to enter this world free from harm and allowing them to experience the world around them. I strongly believe it is our duty as adults to educate one of the most vulnerable persons in our community on personal safety in order to prevent harm from occurring.

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Meet the Principal Peter Hutton

Karen McCoy

Meet Peter Hutton, a visionary leader with over 30 years of educational leadership experience in both the state and independent schools. Known nationally for his transformational insights and commitment to innovation and student-empowered learning, Peter is a specialist in implementing change in schools. He recently published a book, “Turning Around A Troubled School,” based on his experience as Principal of Templestowe College, which is recognised as one of the most innovative schools in the world. In August 2022, Peter took on the role of Executive Director of Gisborne Montessori School, a Montessori-inspired, studentempowered, and future-focused school catering to students from 3 years of age to 16 which will move through to Year 12 by 2027. Under his leadership, senior students are now paid to help run the school, students have developed an impressive animal program, and the school now operates on a “Yes is the default” policy to all student, staff and parental requests. In addition, Peter also serves as a Director of Future Schools, a membership organisation supporting over 100 future-focused schools within Australia and globally.

Being part of Red Rock Christian College for 18 years and seeing it grow into a thriving Prep – Year 12 College is a privilege. I am passionate about developing young people with a healthy identity, flourishing in faith and wellbeing and growing in their unique strengths. We focus on student character strengths and teach them to apply their strengths in learning and relationships. Our Visible Wellbeing approach is embedded across the school, encouraging all students to proactively engage in increasing their wellbeing. Over the past few years, we have focussed on establishing a flexible secondary model that supports and empowers students to select subjects and the level of study according to their learning readiness and interests, better preparing them to influence their world with integrity. We are now well underway with the construction of a new Prep – Year 2 centre and new playgrounds. As a Christian school, we help our students understand God’s loving view of the world and its people and recognise the unique ways in which they can bring life, justice and hope to the world.

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Krystine Hocking, the foundation Principal of Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School has been responsible for creating a vibrant and welcoming learning culture. Holy Trinity commenced in 2019 with the motto, “Faith, Hope, Unity - Together as One”.

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.

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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.

We aim to provide an environment where faith is nurtured through authentic relationships. There’s a strong focus on social justice and supporting students to become active agents of positive change and who have appreciation and understanding of others. We embrace the importance of recognising that each person is different and support the wellbeing of every child and encourage them to be the best for the world, not in the world. We endeavour to deliver a personalised approach through quality teaching, and ensure that teachers know their students well.

Bacchus Marsh Grammar has become the largest primary and education provider in the west of Melbourne because of a commitment to excellence and innovation. That tradition continues and makes Bacchus Marsh Grammar the school of choice for so many families.

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Meet the Principal Noelene Hussey

Mr Russell Deer

St Anne’s is home to a dynamic and dedicated teaching group, a hard working and enthusiastic student body and a connected parent community who work in partnership with the school.

2023 has started like any regular school should; however, we have not experienced that since 2019. Our Braemarians have already competed for their house, celebrated academic excellence, and recognised the student leaders, all in addition to the class-based learning that underpins a day at school.

Noelene Hussey, our Principal, has had many diverse experiences in Catholic Education for many years. Noelene is committed to empowering staff to be the best they can be, with student wellbeing and personalising learning for all students as a key of her leadership. Education is her passion.

While the day-to-day operations are critical, so is the long-term future of our College. The Calder and Hume corridors have experienced growth. Greater flexibility in work arrangements available to our parent body, coupled with a lifestyle choice, has enticed more people to the area. Our strategic vision of being a P to 12 College is taking shape at the Woodend Campus. Our multi-purpose hall, currently under construction, will link the Middle School with the master-planned location for the Junior School. When these processes and buildings are complete, students can move through their schooling seamlessly at Braemar and enjoy all that comes with an independent education.

St Anne’s is a vibrant learning community, offering many programs to support the spiritual, learning, social and emotional needs of all students. Our students are at the centre of all we do. Our teachers strive to form positive relationships with their students, knowing this is the key for success. We are committed to striving for excellence so all students experience positive outcomes. Our facilities are modern, spacious and very welcoming. Our outdoor spaces provide varied opportunities for learning as well as play and physical activities during their break times.

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I was delighted to be appointed as the new Principal of Riddells Creek Primary School at the start of 2022. I was welcomed into a close-knit, talented and vibrant community, to lead a school where we strive to provide an inclusive learning and social environment for our students, staff, parents, carers and wider community.

Vision: Sunbury Heights primary school’s vision is to ensure that all students thrive. Our goal is to develop literate and numerate lifelong learners who are curious and resilient, so that they will be proactive members of their school, community and society. Values: At Sunbury Heights we believe that every student has the right to learn and feel safe. The school strives to build a positive climate for learning, that fosters respect and equality and incorporates our school values of kindness, respect and responsibility. We celebrate diversity, we are culturally inclusive and highlight culturally informed teaching practices and differentiate learning experiences that ensure everyone can meet their full potential. At Sunbury Heights, we are deeply committed to working in partnership with parents and the wider community and together we are united in our common purpose of providing the best learning experiences and wellbeing practices for every child in our school community.

Having come from a family of teachers, from a young age I developed a passion for helping others and an understanding that people learn at different paces and in different ways. After attaining my Bachelor of Education and working as a teacher for several years, I completed my Master of Education (Student Wellbeing). Central to my core philosophy as an educational leader is that students should have the chance to access a broad and varied range of highquality learning experiences that ensures all students can develop their individual talents and experience repeated success. Our curriculum reflects this through our strong Literacy and Numeracy programs, our inquiry learning focus in the humanities and our specialist learning areas of performing and visual arts, physical education, STEM, AUSLAN and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden.

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Art and Craft Group Exhibition The Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art and Craft Group Exhibition and Sale. Come and see the exquisite art and craft work and speak to the artists who created them. The exhibition and sale will run on April, 1 at 10am to 4pm, and April, 2 at 9am to 3pm at the Old Gisborne Court House (4 Hamilton Street, Gisborne). All items are handcrafted and made locally by their artists. Original works are on display and for sale and entry is free. The group is also open to new members. ■ Kay, 9744 2646

Sunbury Art Society The Sunbury Art Society meets each Friday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm up at the Boilerhouse, Jackson’s Hill, to paint or draw over a cuppa with other like minded people. We are a happy and friendly bunch who are always willing to help and support each other. Newcomers and beginners most welcome. ■ Ken, 0407 062 568, or Robyn, 0438 383 639

Lego Club Calling all Lego builders! This drop in session is for primary school age children, Wednesdays 3.30pm-5pm during school term. Children must have a caregiver with them at all times, caregiver participation is welcomed. Lego, tea and coffee are provided. Gold coin appreciated. Sunbury Neighbourhood House, 531 Ellizabeth Drive, Sunbury. ■ www.sunburyhouse.com.au

Creative Arts Exhibition CWA Central Highlands Group welcomes members, friends, family and the community to visit them and see their skills and competitive spirit on show across 222 entry categories. The exhibition will take place at the Mechanic’s Institute in Lancefield on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30, with the announcement of winners and presentation of trophies will take place at 1.30pm on the Sunday. Entry to the exhibition is $5, with children under 16 free.

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

cake. Happening on Tuesdays and Thursday at cafes across the municipality, there’s sure to be one near you. ■ https://bit.ly/3AMUrxm, or 5422 0262

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

Music and singalong Bring your instrument or your voice to a social group for adults. Songs with lyrics and chords can be viewed on the big screen, all skill sets welcome. Wednesdays 9am-noon, at Sunbury Neighbourhood House, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury. ■ www.sunburyhouse.com.au

Local camera club Are you into photography, just starting out or fully fledged professional? The Macedon Ranges Photographic Society is your local camera club for friendship, photographic outings, workshops, guest presenters, competitions and more. Come along to a meeting on the first Tuesday of the month, followed by the next Monday. Doors open at 7pm, meeting starts at 7.30pm. Dromkeen 1012 Kilmore Road, Riddells Creek. ■ www.macedon-ranges-photography.org.au

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

Village connect A new service for older people and carers provided by Macedon Ranges council for residents over 55 years old to stay socially connected, chat with others in the community and enjoy some free coffee and

Carer connect chat Are you caring for someone close to you? Go and connect with other carers in your local area, share a light lunch, have a chat at noon on the first Wednesday of the month. Head to Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health, 1 Caroline Chisholm Drive, Kyneton. ■ 0491 174 550, or email rebecca.lees@scchc.org.au

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

games, art, music, competitions, personal development and more? Chill Out Sunbury is for you. It’s free and happens every Wednesday, 3.30-5.30pm at the Sunbury Youth Centre, 51-53 Evans Street. ■ https://bit.ly/3lmVgVh

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

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

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

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

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

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Tuesday at the Sunbury Bowling Club from 7pm. ■ sunburyrotary@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

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Which storyteller is the fable The Tortoise and the Hare attributed to?

Who directed the films Boyz n the Hood and Higher Learning?

In which decade was The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare written?

The Ganges river, Meghna river and Brahmaputra river all flow into which bay?

What was Madonna’s (pictured) seventh studio album, released in the US on March 3, 1998?

In what year did Barack Obama become president?

According to NASA, how many confirmed moons does Jupiter have?

How many teams play in the Australian Football League?

Which band released the albums Adrenaline and Around the Fur?

10 Gangkhar Puensum is the highest mountain in which landlocked Asian country?

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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Sydney Kings' Xavier Cooks made his NBA debut for which team just days after winning the NBL title?

3. Marcus Stoinis and Aaron Finch are among the Australian cricket stars signed to play in which new league in July?

12. Eighteen-year-old tennis star Carlos Alcaraz defeated which player to win the 2023 Indian Wells tournament?

2. Reigning premiers Geelong were beaten by how many points in their round one game against Collingwood?

4. In skateboarding, what is it called when you pop the tail of the board off the ground and get air?

13. Which F1 racer recently spoke out about being hesitant to race in Saudi Arabia?

5. Melbourne United captain Chris Goulding is currently playing basketball in which country?

14. In which year was the sports comedy soccer film Bend it Like Beckham released?

6. Who won the Australian Open women's singles title in 2014? 7. North Melbourne's Nick Larkey kicked how many goals in the Kangaroos' opening game of the AFL season? 8. Who won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix? 9. Which recently retired Australian men's cricketer played 22 years of state cricket? 10. The Wests Tigers nearly staged a comeback in their game against the Bulldogs when they scored how many tries in four minutes? 11. Which AFL teams faced off in a nail-biting draw in round one?

15. What is the sports term for teams playing against each other who dislike each other? 16. Which professional soccer team did Englishman Joe Lolley play for prior to joining Sydney FC? 17. In pickleball, what is the two metre space on each side of the net where players aren’t allowed to hit a volley return more commonly referred to as? 18. The film Air, set to be released in April 2023, centres around which NBA star? 19. What are the Brisbane Lions’ team colours? 20. Which Formula 1 legend died in February this year, at the age of 80?

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21. Which two teams qualified to face off in the 2023 WNBL Grand Final Series? 22. Who defended his UFC Welterweight Championship title by defeating Nigerian mixed martial artist Kamaru Usman at UFC 286? 23. After every victory, which NBA team launches a purple beam of light from the roof of their arena up into the sky? 24. Which national team defeated Australia 4-3 in the quarterfinals of the 2023 World Baseball Classic?

27. Which Tasmania-born former Australian captain retired from cricket after playing 35 Tests and 35 One Day Internationals? 28. The Final Four stage of the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament is set to be held in which US city? 29. Which horse won the 2023 All-Star Mile? 30. Which college team was ranked number one in the preseason, but did not qualify for the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament?

25. Which horse won the 2023 Golden Slipper Stakes? 26. Harry Sheezel plays for which AFL club?

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The new Nissan Pathfinder discovers new ways to SUV opponents. (Pictures: Supplied)

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.

Styling At more than five metres long the new Pathfinder has had its dated hard edges

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smoothed out, replaced by a thoroughly modern SUV-cum-coupe shape able to take up to eight people in comfort. With black side moulding and body coloured door handles and black painted roof, highlights include chrome window surrounds and silver roof rails. The front carries on the Nissan V-Motion theme with a large grille flanked by LED automatic headlamps, daytime running lights and foglamps. Out back are the slimmest LED tail lamps, plus a high-mounted stop light. Each external rear vision mirror incorporates a turn signal. Privacy glass is fitted to second row and rear windows, while 205 litres of luggage space is let with all seats in place and 54 litres under floor, leaving room only for a temporary spare wheel.

The Ti features front parking sensors, a surround-view monitor and Nissan’s ProPilot semi-autonomous driver assist system that connects the adaptive cruise control with stop / start and lane keeping aid. Other features include autonomous emergency braking with junction, pedestrian and cyclist detection, rear AEB, rear cross-traffic alert, blind spot warning and intelligent blind spot intervention, rear seat alert, a driver alert, traffic sign recognition and trailer sway control. Front seat airbags, side airbags (driver and passenger, second row outboard), front row far side airbag (centre), side curtain airbags (all rows) all helped the SUV earn a five-star safety rating recently.

Driving Interior Quality fit and finish are trademarks of the cabin. Black leather-accented seat and door trim is joined by a similar set-up steering wheel, the latter with tilt and telescopic adjustment. Up front is a 10-way power driver seat and six-way manual passenger seat. The front and second row outboard positions are heated. Child restraint anchorages with second row outboard seats with ISOFIX and tether, centre seat with tether and third row let side with ISOFIX and tether. The tri-zone climate control air-con comes with second and third row air vents.

Infotainment A 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display instrument cluster is joined by a 10.8-inch head-up and 9-inch touchscreen display with satellite navigation. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto are backed up by a wireless smartphone charger, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming and voice recognition. A Bose 13-speaker premium audio system includes dual subwoofer for AM / FM radio, DAB+ digital radio. USB-A and USB-C points feature throughout the cabin.

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

Remote engine start has the Pathfinder firing up for a quick-ish getaway, with cabin insulation keeping the engine, wind and road noise at bay. Shit-by-wire technology is aimed at faster, smoother gearshits. Nissan claims a 10.5 litres per 100 kilometres on the combined urban / highway fuel cycle. The test vehicle recorded 13-plus litres per 100 kilometres in the city and suburbs and 6.4 litres per 100 kilometres on the open road. Nissan engineers have fine-tuned the steering for a sharper response and reworked the suspension for improved levels of damping, increased roll stiffness and wider contact with the road. Overall, the Pathfinder turned in a good performance for such a big unit. Backing up are a range of dial-up drive modes, including Sport, Eco, Snow, Sand, Mud / Rut and Tow.

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Nothing to see here! Under the Pathfinder’s bonnet is the same 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine, delivering 202 kW and 340 Nm as before. However, the continuously variable transmission has been given the push in place of a new nine-speed auto. The Pathfinder maintains its 2.7 tonne towing capacity.

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.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Pathfinder ST 2WD: $54,190 Pathfinder ST-L 4WD: $61,790 Pathfinder Ti 2WD: $65,910 Pathfinder Ti 4WD: $70,030 Pathfinder Ti-L 4WD: $80,227 SPECIFICATIONS Nissan Pathfinder Ti 3.0L 6-cylinder petrol, 9sp automatic, 4x4 SUV

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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.

Sunshine Heights under-13 B team. (Supplied)

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.

Epping’s second XI win was a pretty special one. (Pictures: Supplied)

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.

Altona Sports second XI. (Supplied)

Back-to-back for Altona Sports

Altona’s under-11 side. (Supplied)

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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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United falls short in McIntyre Cup grand final Luck wasn’t with Sunbury United as it fell short in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup grand final at the weekend. The form team entering the grand final, United had patches where it was on top of Romsey, but momentum late on day two turned against it. After keeping Romsey to 199, United seemed on track at 3-126. But with a rising run rate and wickets starting to fall, United got in trouble. United was bowled out for 172 in the fourth last over of the day, giving Romsey the premiership. United captain-coach Upul Fernando said that Romsey was just too good on the day. “A couple of things didn’t go our way,” he said. “The moments that you have to win, didn’t go our way. “We win those moments and we get back in the game, but we didn’t win enough of those moments. “Romsey was able to do the right thing.” Fernando said they were happy with

keeping Romsey to 199, bowling them out in the second last over. Rajitha Mendis and Ashan Ranaweera took four wickets each for United. Fernando said having made two scores of 300-plus and chased down 290 in their last three matches they were pretty confident of getting the runs. He said in the end they didn’t finish the game off well. “Ashan was a key wicket for us who went out early, before Damian Edwards and Stephen Fogarty were looking good. “Damien and I then looked good and tried to take the game deeper. Romsey was just too good.” Edwards top scored with 64, while Fernando made 49. The skipper said while it’s always tough losing finals, they were still proud of the season that they’ve had. “Credit to the boys who have put in a lot of hard work throughout the season,” he said. “The committee, there’s a lot of people behind the scenes helping the club where

we are now. “It’s a great club and one of the best clubs I’ve been involved with in Australia.” Fernando said having finally made it through to the grand final, the next step was winning the premiership. “We’ll keep the hopes high for next year and keep being positive,” he said. “It’s never easy losing a final, but we’ll come back stronger next year with more fight and hunger. “Hopefully we can go one step further.” Tara Murray

Sunbury United’s Rajitha Mendis in the grand final. (Jacob Pattison) 325606_03

Sports shorts Coates Talent League Calder Cannons Rye Penny 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. Penny, whose local club is Gisborne, was a standout in the two jumping tests, producing 101cm on the running vertical jump and 86cm on the standing vertical jump.

Ballarat FNL The Ballarat Football Netball League will trial the introduction of a white card in 2023. The introduction of the card will be used to improve and enhance gameday behaviours and expectations for players, officials, volunteers and supporters. In conjunction with the Ballarat Football Umpires Association, the white card trial will allow three warnings to be provided for behaviours that do not meet expectations, each warning having various sanctions. The third white card will result in the head coach reported. . Romsey’s premiership team (Supplied)

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Special flag for Romsey By Tara Murray It’s a premiership 40 years in the making for Romsey. After a number of near misses in recent seasons, Romsey has finally claimed a premiership in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association top grade. After loss in the first week of finals, Romsey responded to knock off Gisborne in the semi final. The Redbacks continued that form in the grand final, beating a red hot Sunbury United to claim the McIntyre Cup premiership. Romsey secretary Tim McCarthy said it was a really good feeling to have broken the drought. “It is fantastic,” he said. “It’s 40 years since we have won a premiership in the top grade. “To do it this year, it’s a huge effort.” Romsey batted first and were in trouble at 4-55. The experienced combination of Ben Way and Taylor Stevenson then came together. The pair put on 109 for the fifth wicket

partnership to get the total back on track. Romsey was eventually bowled out for 199 in the second last over. Stevenson made 68, while Way made 67. McCarthy said it was the sort of performances they had become used to over the years from both players. He said they were pretty confident that it would be enough. “Most finals are decided by 25-30 runs,” he said. “There’s always a 10 per cent premium on runs on the board. “It’s normally been a high scoring ground, but they didn’t mow it during the week, so it was slow and we just had to adapt on day one.” At 3-126 United was well and truly in the game. McCarthy said with the run rate still fairly high, it put the pressure back on United to score. “The run rate was never out of control,” he said. “It was still about four runs an over and they had to hit runs. “It could easily become 5fa and we’ve

back in control.” It was the way it played out. Romsey’s bowlers took control of the game, bowling United out for 172. Stevenson and Day took three wickets each. Day only bowled five overs, but bowled three spells and taking a wicket in the first over of each of those spells. McCarthy said it was a real team performance with the ball, which is something that they prided themselves on. Stevenson was named player of the match for his all-round performance. The premiership caps off a successful period for the club, with all three sides in grand finals this season. “We all caught up last night [Saturday] and worked out the last three years of the nine grand finals, we’ve competed in eight and the other we made a semi final. “It’s been a real process and building of the club. There’s been no influx of players. It’s been a full club field and hopefully we’ll have substantial success for years to come.”

The Sunbury Lions have appointed a new captain for the Essendon District Football League division 1 women’s season. Laura Giles will skipper the side, while Tara Quigley and Renee Whelan have been appointed vice-captains. Matt Tremellen and Jaimee-Lee Wilson are the co-coaches of the side this season.

Bowls Club Sunbury finished off a strong season with two Bowls Victoria night pennant titles on Wednesday night. Club Sunbury made it three in a row in the division 1 competition beating Essendon by 17 shots. The division 2 team beat Moonee Valley by eight shots, while the division three side lost its grand final to Broadmeadows.

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Tough weekend in the Big V for the Subury Jets It was a tough weekend for the Sunbury Jets in the Big V state championship competitions, both falling short against local rival the Hume City Broncos. In a double header, the Jets women started the day followed by the men’s side at Boardman Stadium on Sunday. The Jets women’s side is without a win after the first two rounds, also losing to the Broncos. Both sides entered the game looking for their first win of the season. The Broncos started the better of the two sides and led by seven points at the first break. The Jets, who are missing several key players, were able to reduce the margin to four points at the last break. The Jets pushed the scoreboard in the third quarter and took the lead in the third quarter, leading by three points at the last break. The Broncos found another level in the last quarter, winning it 22-12, to claim the overall win 71-64. Chloe Hildebrand top discord with 16 points for the Jets, while Maddison Ford provided 15 points off the bench.

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The men’s side suffered its first loss of the season. In a rematch of last season’s semi final final, it was the Broncos that got the ascendancy

early in the piece. The Broncos jumped out of the blocks to lead 30-13 at quarter time and were able to make the margin 22 points at the main break.

With the Broncos extending the lead to 25 points at the last break, the two benches came on late. The Broncos finished the game by winning the final quarter, to win 102-74. Every Jets player took to the court with Maxwell Barkeley top scoring with 15 points. He was the only Jets player to reach double figures, with Ish Sanders restricted to just eight points, with only eight field goal attempts. The Jets women’s side is without a win after the first two rounds, also losing to the Broncos. Both sides entered the game looking for their first win of the season. The Jets women’s side faces the Bulleen Boomers this week, while the men’s side is on the road against Melbourne University. The Jets youth league 1 women’s side suffered losses to the Coburg Giants, 83-73, and Craigieburn, 83-70. The Jets youth league 2 men’s side beat Southern Peninsula, 111-52. Tara Murray

Thunder is ready to go

Sunbury United before its game against Fawkner. (Supplied)

Sunbury starts strongly By Tara Murray Sunbury United is focused on not getting ahead of itself despite a strong start to the FV state league 3 north-west season. United made it two from two on Saturday, accounting for Fawkner, showing that it had put together a strong squad this season. New coach Danny Moore said everyone was happy with how things were playing out so far. “Everyone is happy, but it’s a long season,” he said. “We need to stay level and keep our feet on the ground. We haven’t achieved anything yet and it’s still early in the season. “It’s good to get wins on the board and we can aim to finish high on the level, we just need to stay level headed.” Moore said the most pleasing thing early had been the way the group was keen to play for each other. With more than half the squad having come in this season, it’s something that at times can

take some time. “I’ve been impressed and it’s the biggest thing at the moment, is how the team is working for each other. “It’s a testament to the team as a playing group that they well back each other in and go the extra mule for others.” United proved too strong for Fawkner on Saturday in round two. With Fawkner playing its first match on Monday night, Moore was able to get down to check them out beforehand to see what they were in for. “They looked like a good side and very good on the break,” he said. “If we let them play that way, they would have hurt us. “We had to restrict their ability to play.” United was the better team early. It got on the board through an own goal, before Joel Grech doubled the score five minutes later. Fawkner hit back with two goals before half time to level the scores.

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A Riley Dinsdale goal put United back in front, which was enough to seal the 3-2 win. Moore said they showed a lot of character to hold out Fawkner. While happy with its early season form, Moore knows they still have plenty of improvement left in the group. “It’s still a challenge getting the group together,” he said. “It’s a brand new side and it takes some time. “The results show what we are doing is working.” United this week faces Westside Strikers, which won their first match in state league 3 after earning promotion. The bye for the Easter weekend follows, with Moore saying it would be a good time to reassess where the season and side is at. In state league 4 west, Gisborne lost to Keilor Wolves, 5-2. The Wolves are set to be one of the teams to beat this season. The Sky Blues have had losses in their first two matches.

Things are on track for East Sunbury as it prepares for its return to the Essendon District Football League. The Thunder have been busy behind the scenes since last July when the division 2 club announced that Aaron Kite would coach the senior side in its return to the field. Now with less then a month until the season starts, the group is ready to go according to Kite. “Things are going really well,” he said. “We had our first practice match the other day and it was really good for the club. “We have about 55 on the list at the moment, so we’ll fill two teams pretty comfortably. It’s a good start for us, they kept coming in numbers.” Kite said there had been a really good vibe at the club during the off season. He said they were expecting to be an exciting team to watch. “I think we should shape up well,” he said. “ We’ve got the spine pretty set and the competition lacked some talls last year. “We’ve got players on the outside that will add a bit of run.” Kite and Mitch Church are set to be targets in the forward line, while Shylo Smith is their biggest name recruit. Kite said some of the players that were going under the radar a bit were the ones he was looking forward to seeing. “There’s a few guys who didn’t get senior opportunities at other clubs,” he said. “There’s some from Diggers Rest and Riddell, like Daniel Paulete, Connor Gills. “Josh Crump was with me at Glenroy last year and played in premier division. He’s an East Sunbury boy initially.” After a win in its first practice match against Western Region Football League division 2 side Braybrook, the club also has matches against Lyndhurst and Glenroy. The Thunder will then start its season on April 15 against Northern Saints. “The boys are excited and we can’t wait to get out there,” Kite said. Tara Murray

Essendon delists five players from original squad The changes continue for Essendon as it finalises its list heading into the AFLW season eight supplementary draft. Last week,he Bombers announced five more players had been told they would not be offered contracts for next season. Eloise Ashley-Cooper, Caitlin Sargent, Jorja Borg, Megan Ryan and Federica Frew, who were all part of the club’s inaugural squads have been delisted. Ashley-Cooper was an integral part of the Bombers’ 2022 Victorian Football League premiership side, with the 20-year-old earning an AFLW spot off the back of three successful years at state league level, however, she spent the AFLW season on the side lines due to a season-ending foot injury. Borg also was ruled out of season seven after suffering a foot injury in Essendon’s practice match against Port Adelaide and was moved

to the inactive list ahead of round one. Frew was also a VFLW premiership-winning Bomber who was elevated to the AFLW side. The 26-year-old debuted in the Bombers’ round one victory over the Hawks and played six games. Sargent committed to the Bombers as an open-age player ahead of their inaugural year but couldn’t break into the AFLW side. Ryan signed with Essendon as an injury replacement player following Borg’s injury and went on to make her debut in round five against Collingwood, going on to play two games. Head of AFLW Aysha Ward thanked the five players for their contribution to the Bombers’ inaugural year. “I would like to thank Eloise, Caitlin, Jorja, Megan and Federica for their investment and dedication throughout our first AFLW season,” Ward said. “Each player has all influenced the

foundations we have built at the club in our inaugural season.” Meanwhile the Bombers VFL side started its premiership defence on Sunday against Hawthorn. There was nothing between the teams all day with the scores level at the first break, before the Bombers leading by 11 points at the main break. The Hawks reduced the lead to one point at the last break. A Renee Tierney goal in the final quarter proved vital, with scores level in the dying minutes. The match would finish that way, with the the final scored 4.3 (27)-3.9 (27). Tierney and Courtney Ugle finished with 18 disposals each for the Bombers. The match was also special with Mia-Rae Clifford playing her 100th VFL match. Tara Murray

The Bombers ready to shoot for another flag There will be no premiership hangover for Riddell in the Riddell District Football League according to football manager Craig Rowsell. After peaking at the right time of the year, the Bombers proved too strong for Diggers Rest in the grand final. While many would take the foot off the pedal after that success, Rowsell said it was anything but the case. “There’s not going to be a premiership hangover,” he said. “With work I didn’t go down for three to four weeks and I went back down two weeks ago and I was gobsmacked. “There was a really strong attitude, the level of fitness and where we are at. There’s been a lot of extra running and they’ve really brought in. “I don’t think I’ve seen them fitter.” Having kept most of their premiership squad together, Roswell said they enter this season with a strong yet again. While they’ve lost Mick Edwards, the Treweek brothers, Tim Walsh and Riley Paterson, former skippers Haydn Ross and Matt Panuccio have returned. Ben Said, who was part of their 2016 grand final side, is also back at the club after spending last season with Rupertswood. Brad Mundy from the Sunbury Lions has also joined the club. Roswell said they would continue to push the next generation of Bombers as well. “We’ve got a key focus on development,” he said. “We’ve got players like Jesse Horton, Oscar Besanko, Brodie Miller and Jack Hammerling, who were in our grand final team, have all re-signed. We really worked on getting them a taste last year. “Darcy Mcgrath, Oliver Powell and Harrison Sloss looking forward to stepping up and getting a really good taste.” Roswell said they were getting 60 odd players on the track with solid numbers for the reserves, with three or four more mature players having come back to the club. Roswell said they were probably a few numbers short of having a full squad in the under-19s, but said they had a quality team with the players they did. The Bombers have also strengthened their coaching ranks to support premiership Justin Belleville. Anthony Power has come across from Diggers Rest and Dylan Coventry from the Sunbury Lions, having both tasted

Eloise Ashley-Cooper was delisted by Essendon. (Joe Mastroianni). 271083_10

Cannons start with solid win The Calder Cannons boys’ side started its Coates Talent League season with a win. Facing the Gold Coast Suns Academy on Sunday, the Cannons led by two points at the first break. Three goals to one in the second quarter increased the Cannons lead to 15 points at half time. The margin increased to 20 points in the third quarter and with a goal apiece in the final quarter, were able to win, 8.9 (57)-5.7 (37). Isaac Kako kicked two goals for the Cannons, the only multiple goal kicker for his side. Harry O’Farrell, Corey Barbaro and Nash King were named the Cannons best in the win. O’Farrell, Tom Legudi, Sunbury Lions Patrick Said, Gisborne Giants’ Riley Leedham, Kieran Gallagher and Dante Iacovone all made their debuts in the win. The Cannons will be back at Highgate Reserve on Saturday, this time against the Sandringham Dragons. The Cannons girls side will also face the Dragons on Saturday afternoon, in their first match of the season. Meanwhile the Cannons revealed their leadership groups in the lead up to the season. Kade Mueller will captain the boys team with Elliot Mahoney, Damon Hollow and Amin Naim all named vice-captains. Amy Trindale will captain the girls team, with Amy Gaylor, Amelia Marino, Chloe Baker-West and Bridie Collings making up the rest of the leadership group. Tara Murray

Haydn Ross is back at Riddell (Shawn Smits)

premiership success at their former clubs. The Bombers start their season on Good Friday against Woodend-Hesket. It’s a second straight season the two clubs have played on the public holiday. Roswell said they were excited to get the season underway. He said they were hoping to

get a big crowd to the match, with it being the only match of the round in the competition. “It’s exciting, it’s a standalone game,” he said. “It’s a really good thing and then we have the PUKA Cup against Macedon. It’s a good start to the season.”

Calder Cannons leadership group. (Supplied)

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