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Play the gnome game Get ready for a gnome adventure – the mythical creatures will be hiding at 25 businesses around Sunbury in the next two weeks as part of the Great Sunbury Gnome Hunt. Gnome hunters can pick up passports from participating businesses and schools. The passports will be stamped each time a gnome is discovered. Goonawarra Primary School Parents and Friends member Heidi Saffery said the hunt helped to raise money for Goonawarra, Kismet Park, Killara, Sunbury, Sunbury West and Sunbury Heights primary schools. “The children enjoy having lots of fun looking for gnomes hidden in businesses around Sunbury which offer great discounts and prizes,” she said. “The businesses love it, the kids love it and it’s lots of fun for everyone.” Passports can also be purchased at the Sunbury Information Centre. The hunt will run from June 30 until July 15. Details: www.facebook.com/ SunburyGnomeHunt DARCY
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Bulla tip out of action By Laura Michell The troubled Bulla tip has stopped accepting waste after its licence was suspended by the Environment Protection Authority. The EPA suspended the licence of tip operator BTQ Group earlier this month, forcing it to stop landfilling at Bulla. EPA chief executive Nial Finegan said the tip had been the site of multiple licence breaches in recent years and the EPA was concerned about the way in which the tip was being run. He said breaches included exposed friable asbestos, litter and dust beyond the boundary, multiple subsurface fires, uncovered waste,
waste deposited beyond the site boundary and deep excavations within previously filled landfill cells that had culminated in serious occupational safety issues and health risks to on-site workers and nearby community members and an environmental risk to nearby sensitive receptors and agricultural use. “Suspending the licence of a landfill operator and forcing it to cease accepting waste, we hope, will provide the time required to bring its operation back into compliance,” Mr Finegan said. The decision to suspend the licence follows EPA action on March 13 in which the tip operator was ordered to cease the shredding
and movement of waste containing identified asbestos fragments. In April last year, BTQ Group was fined more than $7700 by the EPA after it was caught not covering dumped waste. The EPA used a drone to gather photographs and video footage of extensive areas of exposed waste. “Waste management is an increasingly important issue and the community has the reasonable expectation that landfill sites will be properly operated within the terms of their licences, and if they are not, that the regulator will use its powers to enforce compliance,” Mr Finegan said. Sunbury Residents Association president
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Sunbury hooning drives blitz call By Laura Michell A traffic blitz is urgently needed in Sunbury to remove hoons from the town’s roads, according to two Hume councillors. Councillors Jack Medcraft and Ann Potter raised a motion at the June 12 council meeting calling for Fawkner Highway Patrol to conduct a blitz in Sunbury. Cr Medcraft said the town had a growing hoon problem that needed to be addressed. “We have had a number of issues and residents complaining about hoon behaviour,
especially at night,” Cr Medcraft said. “There was a blitz in Campbellfield, but all we have done is move them on from Campbellfield to Sunbury.” Cr Medcraft said he raised the issue after a resident sent him footage of a hoon performing burnouts on a Sunbury street. He said residents in the Ashfield Estate regularly complained about hoon activity along Mitchells Lanes and Charter Road, with Wildwood Road and Goonawarra also regularly targeted. “The last thing you want is some idiot doing
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Woodend’s iconic clock tower is about to get a facelift. The High Street war memorial will be restored to its former glory later this year, after Macedon Ranges council received a $30,000 grant from the state government. The council will also contribute $30,000 to the project, which will involve repairs to the fabric of the clock tower. Two plaques listing the names of 500 locals who served in World War II will also be replaced during the works, at a cost of about $4000. Macedon Ranges council customer service manager Stephen Mahon said the clock tower was built in 1927. “[The work] will ensure the structure will stand proudly in the streetscape for a further 90 years,” he said. The work, which is expected to start in spring, has the support of the Woodend RSL and Woodend and District Heritage Society. The council also received $6632 to restore the Gisborne war memorial drinking fountain. The work will restore a World War II plaque and the steps on the memorial. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the grants would help return the memorials to their original condition. “It is through community memorials such as these that all Victorians can learn about our war-related heritage and the stories of the brave women and men who have served their nation,” she said. “We are very proud of the way our community works hard to honour veterans through community memorials such as the Woodend Clocktower and the Gisborne war memorial fountain.” Laura Michell
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In a class of its own A 58-centimetre robot that can walk, talk and even recognise your face, was the talk of Killara Primary School last week. The robot, known as Nao, visited the school’s lunchtime code club last Tuesday to give students an idea of what they can do with technology. The humanoid robot is owned by Hume Libraries, which hopes to use it to expand coding, robotic and literacy programs in schools and community groups across the municipality. Killara Primary School teacher Robyn Smith said Nao was a fully programmable robot that
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Students get head start for jobs By Laura Michell Gisborne Secondary College students will be able to finish school with an apprenticeship and VCE or VCAL qualifications under a new training program to launch next year. Premier Daniel Andrews visited the school last Friday to announce the state government’s Head Start Apprenticeships and Traineeships Initiative, which will start in 100 schools, including Gisborne, next year. The $50 million initiative will give students the option of doing an extra year of school so they can finish their VCAL or VCE while also
doing an apprenticeship or traineeship. Mr Andrews said the initiative would deliver up to 1700 new apprenticeships or traineeships in high growth and high demand industries such as construction, health and defence. Gisborne Secondary will receive funding to help run Head Start, including a school-based co-ordinator to provide employment and vocational pathway advice and one-on-one support to students. The school has 187 students enrolled in VET and school-based apprenticeships and traineeships. Mr Andrews said the new initiative meant students would leave school job-ready.
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history of supporting students to undertake apprenticeships. “Thanks to Head Start, even more local kids will be able to get the skills they need for the job they want,” she said. Gisborne Secondary College careers leader Kerry Huke said the initiative would make it easier for students to complete apprenticeships. She said local students often found it difficult to undertake apprenticeships because they were required to travel to Bendigo or Melbourne for TAFE. Ms Huke said the initiative would help keep students at school for longer.
Toy time in Gisborne The Gisborne Toy Library is looking for new members up for some fun. The toy library is a treasure trove of toys for families, with members able to borrow everything from building blocks, puzzles and sports equipment to trains, trucks and tricycles. Toy library volunteer Kate Lamla said toy library membership was ideal for families, especially those short on storage space. “Limited space in your house means you might not have room for a lot of toys, but the toy library means you can borrow toys for a short period of time,” she said. “The toy library offers children a variety of toys, which is very important. Even from a young age, kids are looking for change and they get bored with toys very quickly.” The library has been run by a not-for-profit community group for 30 years.
Ms Lamla said winter was an ideal time for families to join up, with memberships costing $25 for the rest of the year, with grandparent memberships costing $5. The toy library is open every Saturday from 10-11am, the first Wednesday of the month from 10.30-11am and the third Tuesday of the month from 10-11am. It’s at Manna Gum Family and Children’s Centre, 71 Robertson Street, Gisborne. Details: facebook.com/GisborneToyLibrary Laura Michell
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Thefts prompt safety warning By Laura Michell Patrons of Sunbury’s Boardman Stadium are being urged to not leave valuables in their cars, following a spate of break-ins. The Sunbury Basketball Association issued a warning to its members last week, advising them that cars parked at the Mitchells Lane basketball stadium had been broken into in recent weeks. In a Facebook post on June 17, the association told members it was working with the council to improve security at the stadium.
“Over the past few weeks, we have had a few cars broken into while people have been attending various basketball games,” the association said. “SBA members are urged to keep all valuables out of sight and not in cars. If you see any suspicious activity please call Sunbury police station. “The SBA is currently in communication with Hume City Council to try and get better security measures at Boardman.” The post prompted calls from the community for security cameras to be installed
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at the stadium, with one resident saying his car, which was parked at the entrance to the stadium, was broken into on June 16. “Some security cameras at the venue wouldn’t go astray,” he said. Hume council corporate services director Daryl Whitfort said the security concerns had
only recently been brought to the council’s attention. “Council is committed to a safe community and will discuss the matter further with relevant groups,” he said. The latest Crime Statistics Agency data revealed that thefts from motor vehicles were on the rise in Sunbury. The town recorded 331 thefts from vehicles in the 12 months to March, up 20 per cent from the previous 12 months. Police have reminded residents to take responsibility to secure their cars, warning that offenders are targeting unlocked vehicles.
Green bags good to go There’s just five days to go before single-use plastic bags are banned at supermarkets, but shoppers shouldn’t fret – the Sunbury Boomerang Bags group has your back. The group, which was started by locals Melyssa Edmonds and Bernadette Hetherington in February last year, has been busy sewing reusable fabric bags which are being stocked in stores around town. Ms Edmonds said the group hoped their bags would help shoppers who are caught out by the plastic bag ban. Woolworths stopped using single-use plastic bags in its stores, as well as at BWS last Wednesday, with Big W and Coles, and First Choice Liquor to follow suit on July 1. And while stores will have reusable, plastic bags available for sale for 15 cents each, as well as reusable fabric bags, Ms Edmonds said anyone who found themselves out shopping without a reusable bag can pick up a
free boomerang bag. “The bags are free to anyone who needs them. If you are caught out down the street without your green bags, you can always pop into one of our stockists to grab a bag, she said. The bags are available at the Sunbury Fruit Market, HomeGrown Gifts, An Apple A Day Natural Health Store and Clinic, O’Shanassy Meats, Just Planet and Board Game Goblin. The group will host a sewing bee at Sunbury Square on Saturday, July 7, from 10am-2pm, with new members welcome. Laura Michell
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Kyneton health hub a step closer By Laura Michell Kyneton families will soon get easier access to community health services, with a site chosen for a new health hub in the town. Cobaw Community Health last week announced that it would build its Healthy Community Access Hub at 51 Bourke Street, adjacent to Kyneton District Health. The organisation received $9.7 million from the state government’s Regional Health Fund to build the hub in April last year and has been searching for a site ever since.
Cobaw Community Health chief executive Margaret McDonald said the organisation initially identified the Kyneton Primary School site as its preferred location for the hub, but was told it would not be suitable. Building the hub next to Kyneton District Health would have ongoing benefits for the community, she said. “Being co-located with our long-term partners at Kyneton District Health creates a great opportunity to offer a broad range of services from a single location in Kyneton,” Ms McDonald said.
“We are looking forward to designing a unique facility to meet the health and wellbeing needs of the community for many years to come.” Cobaw Community Health will finalise the master plan for the project, with an architect and project manager already appointed. The hub is expected to be completed in March, 2020. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the hub would be a “one-stop shop” for health services, bringing together primary and community health services, private
practitioners and counsellors. It would also feature multi-purpose consulting rooms and cutting edge E-health technology. “Community health services help us to stay healthy and well in the community – and out of hospital,” she said. “This one-stop shop will make it easier for Kyneton families to get the health care they need, when they need it, closer to home. “Cobaw Community Health already provides a terrific service for our community. This new hub provides much-needed room to grow and meet future demand.”
Mambourin comes to town Adults with disabilities will have easier access to support services, following the opening of Mambourin’s Sunbury Community Hub. The not-for-profit organisation opened its Sunbury service last week. It runs seven other community hubs in the western suburbs, but the Brook Street hub is its first in Hume. Sunbury Community Hub team leader Leah Winfield said the organisation expanded to Sunbury to address a gap in local support services. “We wanted to make it easier for people with disabilities in the area to access support services,” she said. “The hub will mean there are more choices for people with a disability.” Ms Winfield said Mambourin offered clients a range of programs including employment services, budgeting and personal care.
Leah, Mark, Holly and Debbie celebrate the opening of the Sunbury centre. (Marco De Luca)
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Award for stroke care A Woodend paramedic has been recognised for his dedication to improving the wellbeing of stroke patients. Grant Hocking recently received the Stroke Foundation’s President’s Award for his work in stroke management in the past 10 years. As a clinical manager at Ambulance Victoria, Mr Hocking was part of a team that developed guidelines to help paramedics treat stroke patients. The guidelines include changes to the handling of patients before they arrive at hospital, including notifying hospitals a stroke patient is on the way and the use of lights and sirens when ambulances are travelling to hospital. Mr Hocking, a member of Woodend Rotary, said a Rotary campaign 10 years ago sparked his interest in stroke management. “I started supporting the Know Your Numbers campaign through Rotary and went on to run it for the district,” he said. “My interest built from there and I started to focus on stroke management at Ambulance Victoria.” According to the Stroke Foundation, about 60,000 new strokes happen in Australia each year. Stroke is the second leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability. Mr Hocking said he was proud to have helped make a difference.
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More than 2500 Macedon Ranges residents have failed to pay their fines, according to the Sheriff’s office. Outstanding warrants data recently released by the Victorian Sheriff reveals there were 16,463 outstanding warrants in the Macedon Ranges, totalling $7.2 million. The warrants relate to civil, criminal and corporate offences by 2619 people. The average person owes $2764. Across Hume, the sheriff’s office is chasing $115.8 million in outstanding warrants for 28,280 people, with the average debt more than $4000. Sheriff Warwick Knight said the data highlighted the importance of dealing with infringements early. “It is important to deal with your fines as soon as possible to avoid additional penalties and the infringement becoming a warrant,” he said. “People who receive a fine can request an internal review, nominate a driver, apply for a payment plan, or elect to have the matter heard by the court and we encourage them to come and speak to us about their options.” Across Victoria, the value of outstanding warrants hit $2 billion – up 9 per cent from last year. Mr Knight said people can apply to Fines Victoria to consolidate their fines into one, easy to manage payment arrangement. He said people experiencing financial hardship, mental illness, addiction or homelessness can also apply to reduce their fine debt by undertaking volunteer work, educational, vocational and life skills courses, medical and mental health treatment or counselling and mentoring activities to address any of their underlying circumstances.
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Cooking, heaters fan house fires By Laura Michell Cooking and electrical fires are still the largest cause of house fires in the Macedon Ranges, according to the CFA. The CFA’s latest preventable fire statistics revealed that across district two, which takes in the Macedon Ranges, there were 61 house fires in 2017 which could have been avoided. The fires caused more than $500,000 in damage.
Nineteen of the fires were caused by heaters, 16 fires were cooking-related, with 13 the result of cooking being left unattended. There were also 12 electrical and 14 chimney fires across the district last year. District two operations manager Bill Johnstone said the statistics showed the importance of a working fire alarm. “Working smoke alarms save lives. This is clearly demonstrated through the fact there were no deaths as a result of preventable fires
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A very heartfelt gift New Gisborne Primary School staff are better placed to respond to medical emergencies, thanks to a Metropolitan Fire Brigade donation of a defibrillator. The donation was arranged by MFB officer and school council president Michael Campbell after upgrades meant the defibrillator was no longer required by the MFB. The school’s first-aid staff have already been trained in how to use the defibrillator. Mr Campbell said the presence of the life-saving equipment was reassuring for the school community. He said a member of the school community recently experienced a suspected heart attack in the carpark, and that while the defibrillator was not required, staff members were able to assist knowing the equipment was on standby. “When a person experiences cardiac arrest, every second counts,” Mr Campbell said.
“Access to early defibrillation, as well as immediate CPR, will help to improve survival rates and outcomes for the Gisborne community.” The school is taking steps to have the defibrillator added to the Public Access Defibrillator Register. Laura Michell
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When I hear of how dreary it is in Melbourne on the same day, I can’t help but smile. No trip to Perth would be complete without a trip to the beach, and it’s there I become truly envious of our western friends. I make my way out to Cottesloe and Scarborough beaches, and while the water was not quite warm enough for a dip, I made a mental note to come back in the warmer months. We may have some OK beaches in Melbourne, but Perth is spoilt for choice with miles of coastline just brimming with beach fun. Even in the depths of winter, there are plenty of people out catching waves, playing a bit of beach cricket or just soaking up the sun. Ready for summer yet? If sports is more your go, as it is mine, head over and have a football experience like few others sitting at a West Coast or Fremantle game, which give new meaning to the phrase “one-eyed supporter”. Coming from a sports mad city like Melbourne, it is great to see the passion for the game no matter where you may be. For a night out, I head to the Northbridge area, where a swathe of restaurants, bars and clubs are within walking distance of each other – perfect for when you don’t know the area. It may seem like a long way to go for a weekend, but Perth did not disappoint and I’m planning on making it a regular mid-winter trip to escape these gloomy Melbourne days.
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Price: $2.15 million
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Price: Contact agent
Auction: July 14 at 1pm
Stockyard Creek meanders past this sustainable pavilion-style residence offering lifestyle and privacy in abundance. The central paved area provides a sunlit space for entertaining and is set between separate buildings, including the main house (built late 2016) double garage, workshop and studio space. Passive solar heats the property, set on 28.73 hectares of farmland. In the kitchen find a huge stone-topped breakfast bench and loads of country-modern cabinetry, a white subway-style tile splashback and a walk-in pantry. Stainless-steel best-in-show appliances are, of course, part of the package. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and stunning living zones, with extras such as floor-to-ceiling picture windows, soaring ceiling and a Nectre wood heater together with polished concrete floors create a tiny bit of heaven here on earth in Ashbourne.
This beautifully maintained and cleverly updated property in the heart of Sunbury offers stylish spaces with a chic feel, with cream carpeting, chandeliers, exposed beams and generous living zones. The three bedrooms are carpeted and have built-in robes (the main has an en suite and walk-in robe). Living areas comprise an L-shaped lounge room with a separate meals area, plus a second lounge area adjacent to the kitchen, which opens to an alfresco with established greenery. The kitchen has stainless-steel Smeg appliances. Gardens frame the house beautifully, with a tiled outdoor entertaining area featuring an in-ground spa with safety fence. Two garden sheds offer great storage. Hedged shrubbery and herringbone brick paving in the double carport complete the look nicely.
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MOUNT MACEDON 63 Douglas Road, 3441 RT Edgar Macedon Ranges Gisborne: 5428 8633 This large and beautifully finished five-bedroom family residence is set at the top of its 2322-square-metre undulating block. The wise design has created tiered living spaces over three levels, making the most of captivating views for which this postcode is known. The property is within walking distance of the Trading Post and Mount Macedon Hotel, though the tucked-away location conveys an impression of life among the tree tops. The local community is never far away and a school bus stop is 100 metres from
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the doorstep. Hardwood floors, high downlit ceilings and timber are features throughout. Enter on the central level to a wide hall with gloss hardwood floors. The first of many living areas is to the right. It’s a generous living room with a fireplace and built-in exposed timber storage with a wood store. The first of five bedrooms, with a built-in robe, is also off the entryway. A separate formal-style dining area, a bathroom for guests and an open-plan kitchen, casual meals and lounge area are all positioned beautifully to take advantage
of the view. A potbelly fireplace adds more country charm and warmth. The kitchen has gloss cabinetry, stone benches and high-end stainless-steel appliances. Stone tiling adds to the earthy theme with loads of glass, timber and stone used throughout. The views are perhaps even more gorgeous from a substantial timber deck that makes the most of its setting. Upstairs are three more bedrooms with built-in robes and the main bedroom with a generous walk-in robe and a luxurious en suite. There is a bay window at the foot of
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99 Main Road Riddells Creek Easy Living Well presented, low maintenance home is well suited to families and retirees looking to be in the heart of Riddells Creek. Comprises 3 bedrooms all with built in robes, two living zones and a large kitchen leading to a dining area. Full-length sunroom overlooking a low maintenance rear garden. Integrated double garage/workshop. Ample parking for caravan and or a boat. Other features include central bathroom, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, garden shed and a short walk to local primary school, shops, and train station.
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7 Landsborough Drive Sunbury Hidden Gem Nestled in its own private oasis sits this well-considered, maintained and loved home. Step inside and discover three main bedrooms, master bedroom with ensuite, not one but two living areas including an L-shaped lounge dining room and a less formal meals area. Modern kitchen with smeg oven/cooktop and dishwasher, centralized bathroom and separate laundry. Outside the landscaped and established gardens offer implied spaces and a sense of privacy that still feel open. Other features include but aren’t limited to; heating and cooling, sunblinds, inground spa, 2 garden sheds and a double carport.
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OPEN 7 DAYS 102 MAIN STREET, ROMSEY 3434
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❙ Large main bedroom - bay window, full ensuite & large WIR ❙ Bedrooms 2,3 & 4 accommodate queen beds with BIRs 4 ❙ Large formal lounge/dining with country charm of an open fire place ❙ Kitchen with led light feature cupboards and all modern amenities ❙ Spacious family room/meals area opens to splendid under cover deck 2 ❙ Ducted reverse cycle heating/ g cooling plus solid fuel heater g/ 2 ❙ 20'x40' shed with concrete flooring & power/ r well fenced paddocks r/
❙ Magnificent main bedroom with luxurious ensuite & storage ❙ Bedrooms 2,3 & 4 accommodate King beds & have BIR & 5th Room/ Offi f ce ffi ❙ Formal Lounge Room is elegant and great for entertaining ❙ Formal Dining Room with polished floors ❙ Large Study/ y Offi y/ f ce or 5th Bedroom ffi ❙ Large all electric kitchen with exceptional WIP
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❙ 4 large bedrooms all with Built-in-Robes ❙ Large Lounge ❙ Kitchen with electric oven & stove top, dishwasher ❙ Meals Area ❙ Tw T o bathrooms ❙ Single car garage and double carport ❙ Split system and solid fuel heating
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“A Lifestyle of Enjoyment” ❙ Master bedroom with ensuite and WIR ❙ 3 bedrooms all with BIRs ❙ Fa F mily Lounge ❙ Kitchen / Meals area ❙ Fa F mily Bathroom ❙ Kid's Rumpus area / Study ❙ Large under cover pergola ideal for entertaining
❙ Main bedroom with full ensuite & WIR ❙ Bedrooms 2,3,4 and yes, 5 all with BIRs ❙ Attractive study overlooking the front garden ❙ TV room, library, sitting room or play room ❙ Splendid kitchen with stainless steel appliances, extensive storage ❙ Entertainment room leads to undercover inground pool & spa ❙ Gym room/ sewing room/ or second study
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❙ Master bedroom with WIR which leads to a huge dressing room ❙ 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 with BIRs - separate Study 4 ❙ Modern style family bathroom with large shower ❙ Separate powder room ❙ A well-lit, spacious kitchen with SSL gas cooktop, SSL prestige electric 1 steam oven 2 ❙ Meals area with lovely views into the yard
Woodend Unit 3/1887 Mount Macedon Road Low Maintenance Contemporary Living Close to Town Well-appointed, excellently finished detached 2 bedroom sandstone brick unit in a 7 unit development only a short walk or drive to town. Spacious living/lounge and meals area, open-plan designer kitchen, quality fitting/fixtures throughout, heating/cooling, private yard and integrated garage.
Price $445,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347
Woodend 106 Boundary Road (Cnr Mount Macedon Road) Country Living on 4 Acres with a Winter Creek In a park like setting at the foothills of Mount Macedon and only minutes to the Woodend village, this most delightful two storey, 5/6 bedroom, 2 bathroom weatherboard home and separate one bedroom selfcontained cottage takes advantage of country living at its best.
Price $1,185,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347
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3 Ballymoyer Mews Perfection and Position on 2002m2 Beautifully presented and exceptionally high quality 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence with integrated triple garage sited to capture the northerly aspect in one of Woodend’s most desirable locations. Superb living spaces, open plan kitchen, gas central heating/evaporative cooling rain water storage tank. All of this on a large block of 2002m2 (½ Acre)
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Extremely rare opportunity to secure a large vacant allotment in General Residential Zone and prime inner township location that could be developed subject to Council approval.with two residences on separate titles, or as a multidwelling (medium density) development.
View By appointment John Keating 0419 880 444
Easy walking distance of V-Line Station, town centre, most community facilities and primary schools. Services include town water, sewer, natural gas and power.
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Prime Gisborne location - approximately 2,000m2 offering potential plus A superb opportunity now exists to purchase this fabulous residential zoned property in the thriving and rapidly growing township of Gisborne. With a 20 metre (approx) frontage and a depth of (approx) 100 metres, this allotment would suit a variety of uses including multiple townhouse / unit development (STCA), or the opportunity to create your dream home on a huge block, within a stone’s throw to everything (STCA). This exceptional allotment boasts a fantastic Aitken Street location, and offers convenient access via a service lane. Centrally located, with easy access to the freeway, way, and all that the way township of Gisborne has to offer. Opportunities like 75 Aitken Street are few and far between. Don’t miss this one! AUCTION SATURD SA AY 7TH JUL JULY 2018 8A AT 2PM
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Gisborne Unit 5/75 Hamilton Street
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Crefton Court – large light filled 2 bed, 2 bathroom unit
Your own private 2 bed plus study sanctuary - on 662 sqm (approx)
Stylish Layton Homes built unit, in a boutique development in a sought after ‘old’ Gisborne location. Immaculately presented, this 3 year old unit boasts open plan living with split system plus separate lounge / home office. Large modern kitchen with soft close cupboards and drawers, plus s/st s/ eel appliances. In a quiet location, this unit also benefits further from quality window furnishings, and ducted heating.
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Too little too late from Lions A late Sunbury Lions comeback fell short against Bacchus Marsh in the Ballarat Football League. The Lions trailed all day against the Cobras and looked headed for a big loss at three-quarter time. With nothing to lose, the Lions threw everything at the ladder-leaders in the last quarter. The Lions kicked five of the first six goals of the final quarter to reduce the margin back to 14 points. A steadier from Jake Owen halted the Lions’ run and despite the Lions kicking another goal late, it was the goal that sealed the win. The Cobras winning 15.13 (103)-13.10 (88). Lions’ coach Ben Jordan was happy with how his side ran out the game. “I think we would have been stretching it to come over the top of them,” he said. “When you’re coming from a fair bit back you can throw caution to the wind a bit. “I was impressed with how they ran it out and they moved the ball pretty well in the last quarter. “We found some avenues to goal, but a bit too little too late.” The difference between the two teams proved to be the second quarter, when the Cobras kicked five goals to two. They upped the scoreboard pressure in the third quarter, to get out to a 41-point lead at the final break. Jordan said it was clear that if they are to beat the top sides, they can’t let them get out to leads
like that. “There’s no better front running side than Bacchus Marsh,” he said. “Once they get in front, they’re pretty hard to beat. “That was the disappointing thing for me, they got the ball out of the middle far too easy in the second quarter … and put the score on the board quickly. “There’s definitely some positives, but we need to play 120 minutes against the good sides.” Jordan said it was a much better performance than the previous week against Ballarat when they didn’t come switched on. He said he would like to see the way they played in the second half, especially in the last quarter, more often. “We can certainly expose teams in patches, but haven’t been able to do it consistently and for long enough. “To beat Bacchus Marsh you have to do that all day.” Dylan Landt was the standout for the Lions, kicking five goals playing on the wing. Jordan said they were likely to see him a bit more in the second half of the season, having finished up at the Calder Cannons. Lachlan Bramble, who returned from VFL duties, and Aaron Christensen were the other standouts, according to Jordan. The Lions slip to fifth after two straight losses, and three losses in four games. Jordan said the next month of football will tell where they are at. This week they face second-placed East Point.
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Madison Prespakis claimed the Calder Cannons best and fairest. (Shawn Smits)
Cannon takes out top award Sunbury Lions young gun Madison Prespakis was the runaway winner of the Calder Cannons’ Girl’s best and fairest award. Prespakis, who was captain of the Cannons this season, was the hot favourite going into the awards on Friday. Prespakis polled 113 of 120 possible votes to claim the Meg McArthur Medal, finishing 58 votes clear of second-placed Georgia Patrikios, who finished on 55 votes. Carla Rendelmann finished third in the medal with 33 votes. Prespaskis’ win comes after she finished runner-up in the medal last year, behind now Collingwood star Chloe Molloy. The best and fairest award is the latest of achievements for Prespakis, who is expected to go high in this year’s AFLW draft. She recently made her senior debut, playing for Melbourne Uni in the VFLW and didn’t look out of place. Currently she’s captain of the Vic Metro under-18 team which is competing at the NAB AFL Women’s Under-18 Championships. Prespakis was one of Vic Metro’s best in their round one win against Vic Country, kicking two goals. Prespakis has been a regular in that team for a number of years and claimed Vic Metro’s most valuable player award last year. In other awards at the Cannons’ best and fairest, Eliza Vale won the Alicia Eva award for coaches and Zoe Hardiman was the most improved player. Tara Murray
Amanda Cusack again stepped up to A grade for the Sunbury Lions. (Damian Visentini)
Breakthrough win spurs Kyneton to keep working hard Kyneton continues to improve in the Central Victoria Football League’s women’s competition. While the wins haven’t been flowing for the Tigers, they have been competitive in most of their games and unlucky not to have come away with the points more often. Tigers’ women’s football director and player Natalie Korinfsky said it had been a fantastic season despite the results. They had their first win in the previous round against North Bendigo. On Sunday, they lost to Kangaroo Flat, 8.14 (62)-2.1 (13). Kangaroo Flat started well and was able to do enough to hold on, as the Tigers fought back in the second half. Skye Sinclair was named the Tigers’ best, while Jane Rolls, Haylee Mangan and Emily Gibson, in her first game, were all key contributors. Speaking before the weekend’s match, 24 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 26, 2018
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Sharks go down but confidence remains high
Hannah Keane stepped up and played well in A-grade on Saturday. (Damian Visentini)
Rupertswood is content with where it sits in the Riddell District Netball League season, despite a loss to Riddell on Saturday. Despite sitting second on the ladder, Saturday’s match against the Bombers was always going to be a challenge for the Sharks, which entered the match undermanned. Clare Johnson, Hayley Mathews and Abbey Gilmore missed the match, while Amy Starzer could only play part of the game. With that in mind, Sharks coach Di McCormack had no option but to try different combinations and for the most part was happy. McCormack said the side took it up to the Bombers, who were at full strength and are one of the most dangerous teams in the competition, but in the end lost 57-42. “We knew it would be a challenge,” she said. “It was a game that would challenge us, but at the same time help build the young players and their confidence. “We tried a few different things and a few
different combinations. We were only down by four goals at three-quarter time. “We’re not upset with the result.” McCormack was thrilled with the performance of Hannah Keane, who came into goals at quarter-time. Keane, who just turned 16, shot 16 goals from 26 attempts and was named the Sharks’ best. Bec Said and Lucy Batina, who both shoot in the B-grade team, also played a quarter each. At the defensive end, the Sharks took the opportunity to play Lara Keating and Matilda Elliot in the circle together. For the Bombers, wing defence Meikah Johns was named their best, with Bec Colwell dominant in goals, shooting 46. They also gave opportunities to some of their younger players. The loss is the Sharks’ second for the season. They remain in second position, only percentage ahead of Wallan and two points
ahead of Riddell. McCormack said they weren’t fussed where they finished, as long as they made finals. This week they face Broadford, for the second time in three weeks. Last time they defeated them 64-24. In other results, Diggers Rest returned to the winners’ list with a heart-stopping win against Romsey. The Burras came from behind at three-quarter time to win 45-44. Wallan proved too strong for Woodend-Hesket, winning every quarter on the way to a 41-24 win. Alexandra Watkins was the best for the Hawks. Macedon was made to fight for the win against Rockbank, winning 42-34, while Melton Centrals returned to the winners’ list with a 45-24 win against Broadford. Tara Murray
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Sunbury Lions’ Lachlan Bramble and Gisborne’s Jack Reaper have been named in the Victorian Country squad to take on Victorian Metro in the 2018 AFL Victoria Community Cup next month. Bramble’s Sunbury Lions teammate Dylan Landt has been named in the under-19 Victorian Country squad, as has Gisborne’s Jack Scanlon.
EDFL
All four senior Essendon District Football League grand finals will be held at Windy Hill. The EDFL last week announced all three men’s division grand finals will be at the home of the league, along with the women’s grand final. The women’s grand final will be held on Sunday, August 19, followed by the division 1 grand final on Saturday, September 8, the division 2 grand final on Saturday, September 15 and the premier division grand final the following day.
FFV
Dylan Tarczon celebrates a goal. (Damian Visentini)
Sweet win for Bombers By Tara Murray Riddell has made a big statement by thrashing ladder-leader Rupertswood in the Riddell District Football League. Rupertswood has been something of a bogey team for the Bombers, defeating them three times last year and five out of the past six times they have met. But on Saturday, the Bombers put in one of their best performances for the year, ensuring the Sharks had their worst. In a sometimes physical game, the Bombers played consistent football for three and half quarters. That’s all they needed to earn a 14.6 (90)-3.9 (27) win. Bombers’ coach Jamie Elliott said they weren’t necessarily surprised by the result, but the margin was a different story. He said the Bombers played good, tough footy. “We thought we would be really competitive,”
he said. “The way we went about it, the game opened up for us quite a bit. “We thought we controlled the game and played well. In the third quarter, they had a few shots and it could have been a bit closer.” Brayden Allen, who came back into the side for this third game of the season, was named the Bombers’ best. Elliott said it was hard to name a best six, with as many as 15 players being contenders. Elliott said a bit more experience had been brought into Saturday’s side, though there were still six or seven under-18 players in the team. “That is the pleasing thing,” he said. “We had senior players stand up, too, and it was a good, all-round performance. “The depth is quite good and we had a couple of players go back to the seconds and play well and put their hands up.” Another pleasing aspect for Elliott was improved goalkicking, the side having struggled with that in recent weeks.
The win moves the Bombers to fourth, just two games off top spot and well and truly back in the mix. The Sharks have slipped from top to third. Elliott said they were exactly about where they thought they would be. “We thought we would be around the mark,” he said. “We were 0-3, but we were beaten by a kick in the first game. It was just a matter of putting the pressure on.” The Bombers will this week face Rockbank. In other results, Diggers Rest smashed Lancefield 22.20 (152)-6.3 (39). Josh Wallace, Thomas Taylor and Brent Tuckey kicked four goals each for the Burras. Romsey was too strong for Sunbury Kangaroos, winning 13.14 (92)-5.10 (40). Wallan won the closest game of the round, defeating Woodend-Hesket 10.14 (74)-8.5 (53). Melton Centrals and Macedon had no issues getting over Broadford and Rockbank respectively.
Sunbury United had a 3-1 win against Essendon United in FFV state league 3 north-west. Sime Brzoja, Mohammed El Turkmani and Jayden Mercieca were the goalscorers for Sunbury. The win moves Sunbury up to second on the ladder. In state league 5 west, Gisborne had to settle for a 2-2 draw with Moonee Valley.
BFL
Kyneton and Gisborne continue to put the pressure on the top sides in the Bendigo Football League. The Tigers had a 20.12 (134)-11.10 (76) win against South Bendigo, while the Bulldogs made it four wins in a row with a 11.11 (77)-7.11 (53) win against Kangaroo Flat. The Tigers sit third on the ladder, with the Bulldogs now inside the top five, sitting fifth.
EDFL
Essendon District Football League’s netball competition will get under way this weekend. The league announced last week they will be starting a Rock Up Netball competition this year and it will run until September. People can either register a team or as individuals, with no uniforms required. Details, www.rockupnetball.com.au/register/193 FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklysport @star_weekly 25 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 26, 2018
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Jeep’s Trackhawk makes its mark By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring There’s something gloriously ridiculous about the new Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. This triumph by high-performance SRT engineers has given the world a 2.5-tonne off-road vehicle with a 700 horsepower supercharged V8 that can leap from a standstill to 100km/h in just 3.7 seconds. Then call on its huge Brembo brakes and specifically designed Pirelli tyres to bring it to a standstill in just 37 metres. A few weeks back we finished our news story about the announcement that the Jeep Trackhawk was coming Down Under by saying we planned to borrow a test vehicle from Jeep and carry out a local road test from our base on the Gold Coast. Jeep Oz went one big step better by inviting us to spend a track day at Phillip Island to really push the big Hawk to its limits. Visually, the Trackhawk stands out from the standard Grand Cherokee by using a bolder front fascia with larger air dams, dual vents in the bonnet and widely flared wheel arches. Inside, the Trackhawk’s details are in metal, chrome and carbon-fibre. A three-spoke sports flat-bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters behind it. Nappa leather seats provide good support without compromising too much on comfort. Jeep’s Uconnect 4 system works through an 8.4-inch high-res touchscreen, giving access to Performance Pages that display lap times and instant readouts for power and torque outputs. There’s also navigation, Bluetooth and connection through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Driving
The big Jeep/Chrysler V8 certainly sounds the part and brought smiles to the faces of all the journalists. It has an uneven rumble at idle,
The big Jeep momentarily haunches at the back, the Pirellis grip the track at all four wheels, the engine screams, the competition grade auto trans makes lighting fast shifts – far faster than any driver can achieve – and you feel you’re sitting in a rocket. Onto the brakes and the big Jeep decelerates hard, though not quite as quickly as the best cars which typically are in the 32 to 34 metre range, Trackhawk came to rest after 37 metres.
Moose test
Named for the notorious incident where a new Mercedes A-Class tipped over in 1997 during early testing. The Moose Test is a violent high-speed swerve-recover-swerve-recover manoeuvre intended to replicate a real life 80km/h road incident. The very large Jeep certainly did well on the test and showed impressive ability at hard, fast changes of direction.
Track time
A 4WD that can be taken to track days … the mind boggles. (Supplied)
the supercharger has a serious shriek (though a bit more volume would have been appreciated) and big revs brought big noises. Wonderful.
Go-to-whoa
Much as it would have been nice to take the Trackhawk straight onto the track at PI we firstly carried out some testing on the main straight. A popular event at street machine events the go-to-whoa is one of the most realistic tests of a car in real life.
Quite simply it consists of taking the car (or SUV in this case) from a standstill to 100 km/h as fast as possible – then getting onto full braking to bring it back to a standstill. The big Hawk took just 3.7 seconds to get to 100, then 37 metres to come to a full stop. Three-point-seven seconds is ridiculously fast and is achieved by choosing Launch Control. Standing hard on the brake pedal, flooring the accelerator, waiting two seconds then releasing the brakes.
OK, now it was time to get serious. Track time at Philip Island with no holds barred. With Australian multiple rally champion Cody Crocker and Supercars racer Karl Reindler riding shotgun we put in some hot laps travelling at speeds that just didn’t seem possible in what is sort of a light truck. Jeep Trackhawk accelerates like the devil, turns promptly into corners with only an initial trace of understeer, all the time belying its mass. Sadly we didn’t get enough time to really tie ourselves down to decent passes at the scarily fast PI circuit. Perhaps we will grab a Trackhawk for our usual week’s testing and find a local circuit for a full-on track day. It would be fun circulating our monster among tiny WRXs, Evos and the like.
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