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Sarah Scorrar is looking forward to celebrating her first Mother’s Day with husband Paul and four-month-old son Finn. To celebrate the special day, Ms Scorrar and her family will be walking to support breast cancer research. “Paul and I are doing the Mother’s Day Classic in Eynesbury and then we might go out for lunch,” she said. “I did it [the classic] last year when I was pregnant with Finn – and now he’ll be on the outside.” The Sunbury mum said motherhood presented many challenges, but she wouldn’t change any of it for the world. “Everything is really new,” she said. “We’ve learnt a lot, but it’s super rewarding watching him smiling and change all the time. “It’s been very challenging and rewarding at the same time.” The couple happily welcomed baby Finn into the world on New Year’s Day this year. Jessica Micallef

Police numbers bolstered By Jessica Micallef and Laura Michell More police officers will be out in force in Hume and the Macedon Ranges in the next 12 months. Victoria Police and the state government have announced 13 new officers for Hume and one officer for Macedon Ranges as part of a deployment of 709 additional officers across Victoria. The Fawkner police division, which covers Hume and Moreland, will also receive 13 family violence specialists and two crime scene services officers.

The Bendigo division, which covers Macedon Ranges and Bendigo, will share one divisional highway patrol officer and five divisional family violence specialists. Macedon Ranges Inspector Chris Large welcomed the deployment of extra officers. “We’re really pleased with the additional resources we’ve been given,” he said. “They’re role is … investigations into family violence across the whole of our division, including Macedon Ranges, Echuca and to the Goldfields.” Deputy Commissioner Rick Nugent said the additional officers were crucial.

“Every day and night police right across the state are working hard to keep people safe,” he said. “We know that in order to do that, we need to be visible in the community, with police out in vans providing a mobile and agile response to incidents. “With more police on the beat, we have been able to arrest hundreds of offenders daily, conduct more police checks in the community and enforce breaches of bail and intervention orders in record numbers.” Police Minister Lisa Neville said family violence was Victoria’s top law and order issue.

“[This] is why we’re training even more officers with the skills they need to respond to family violence,” she said. Crime Statistics Agency Data reveals there were 3376 recorded family violence incidents in Hume between June, 2017, and July last year – an increase of 11 per cent on the previous year. In the Macedon Ranges, 391 family violence incidents were recorded during the same period, down 4.6 per cent from 410 in the previous year. The new officers will be deployed by April 2020.

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Alarm over smoke detectors By Jessica Micallef New data from the Metropolitan Fire Brigade has revealed that working smoke alarms were present in only 31 per cent of house fires which occurred in Hume last year. Of 45 house fires that crews were called to in Hume, 10 homes did not have a smoke alarm installed. MFB acting deputy chief executive Adam Dalrymple warned Hume residents about complacency over smoke detectors. “Working smoke alarms provide a vital early

warning and are designed to help you and your loved ones escape during a fire,” he said. “MFB was called to 1572 residential fires across the metropolitan district last year and 193 homes had no smoke alarms. “This is a real concern – smoke alarms should be installed in bedrooms and all living areas, which is where most fatal fires start. “Without one, you are putting yourself and your family in danger. Mr Dalrymple said residents needed to regularly check their alarms to ensure they were in working order.

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- Adam Dalrymple “It’s important to test your smoke alarm by pushing the button every month to ensure it will work when you need it the most,” he said. “Regardless of the type of smoke alarm you have, all smoke alarms need to be cleaned

monthly and replaced every 10 years. Consider installing interconnected smoke alarms, so that when any alarm activates, all smoke alarms will sound. “Tenants are responsible for testing and cleaning the smoke alarms in their rental property monthly. “Renters must contact their real estate agent or landlord if their smoke alarms are not working or emitting an occasional chirping sound. “Do not become complacent – this piece of equipment can save your life.”

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so we thought let’s get something the kids can learn about in their own backyard.” Since the arrival of the lizards earlier this year, the students have been creating art pieces and “David Attenborough-type documentaries”. “The preps have created time-lapse videos, the grade 1 and 2 students have learnt to create art and paintings of the lizards and grades 3 to 6 have created documentaries,” Ms Brogan said. “They’ve done the music, the story, voiceovers – the entire documentary. They’re about three to five minutes long.”

Ms Brogan said the projects were great opportunities for the students to learn about the reptiles. “They’ve been really engaged and it’s been a purposeful thing for them to do, with not only the technology side but the sustainability side of things and biodiversity,” she said. The students’ work will be showcased at an expo on Friday, May 10, at the school, 61 Phillip Drive, between 2.30-4.30pm. Jessica Micallef

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Killara Primary School Sunbury pupils are slithering their way to the school’s newest addition – the Lizard Lounge. The Lizard Lounge and its 10 Cunningham’s skinks are inspiring the pupils to scale great heights of creativity and learning. Killara teacher Kelli Brogan said the Lizard Lounge, funded through a Landcare Grant to assist with school environmental projects, was a dream come true. “Cunningham’s skinks are quite easy to look after,” she said. “They are native to this area,

Macedon Ranges residents will be able to place food waste in their garden bins from next year. From January, residents in Kyneton, Gisborne, Woodend, Mount Macedon, Macedon, Lancefield, Romsey and Riddells Creek will be offered a weekly food organics garden organics (FOGO) service that will allow them to place food and vegetable waste into their garden bins. A soft launch of a limited FOGO service started in November last year. A full FOGO service will mean food and garden waste will be transported to a composting facility to be processed into compost. At its council meeting late last month, Macedon Ranges council approved the service, which is aimed at reducing the amount of food sent to landfill. An additional cost of $7 per household per year will be required to fund the supply of compostable liners. In the 2020-21 financial year, the service will be expanded to Bullengarook, Monegeetta, Tylden and Malmsbury. In five years, it will be rolled out to the shire’s remaining areas. Cr Jennifer Anderson said she hoped the service would educate residents about the benefits of not putting waste in landfill. “I hope the community embraces this with quite a sensible monitored approach,” she said.

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By Jessica Micallef New Gisborne’s Mavis Arkinstall will be 104 on Wednesday – but she says her birthday will be the same as any other. “No different, really, to 103 last year,” she said. “I feel real old now.” Ms Arkinstall credited her family with much of her happiness through her life journey. One of her special moments was marrying her husband, Harry Arkinstall, who died 21 years ago. “I was quite happy with my husband and quite happy with the children and the grandchildren that I’ve got,” she said. “They really made my life. The kids were just wonderful.” Ms Arkinstall’s daughter-in-law, Marie Arkinstall, said her children had always enjoyed having their grandmother by their side during important milestones and events. “We were very close and she had a lot of pleasure for my children,” she said. “She lived with me for nearly 38 years. She’s watched them grow up. “She came to a lot of the kids’ sporting events, which was important to them to have her there – and to have her support all the way through their lives. “She’s always interested in what they’re doing … her great-grandchildren now are playing various sports. That’s always been an interest to her when she sees them.” Marie described Mavis as “very quick witted”, but more importantly, always supportive of her grandchildren. “She always had an answer to various situations,” she said. Ms Arkinstall is a proud mother of three children, grandmother of six and great-grandmother of seven.

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A Kyneton mum is all smiles after discovering she is $25,000 richer. The lottery winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, has her mother-in-law to thank for gifting her with a $2 instant scratch-it ticket purchased from Lansell Lucky Lotto in Kangaroo Flat. “I got three tickets and I’d scratched the first two and I won $5 on those, and then I scratched the winning ticket and I just thought ‘no way, that can’t be right’,” she told Tatts officials. “We were in shock, as you can imagine. We thought there must be a catch to it. “These types of things don’t happen to me … it’s not every day you win $25,000. “My mother-in-law was ecstatic for us. She always buys tickets for us so she was glad someone in the family won something big.” The woman is planning on splurging her money on a new car. Lansell Lucky Lotto co-owner Yomi Shah said he was thrilled to discover one of his customers had become $25,000 richer. “We are really excited about it – congratulations to them,” he said. Mr Shah said it was the first time he had sold a major prize-winning ticket. “This is the first top prize-winning ticket we have sold since we took over three years ago,” he said. “We are feeling lucky now.” Jessica Micallef

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Enter the business awards now Local businesses are encouraged to enter the Bendigo Bank Macedon Ranges Business Excellence Awards, which recognise businesses for their service, innovation, products and professionalism. Get the details at mrsc.vic.gov.au/business-awards or call 5422 0333.

Have your say Share your feedback on a number of projects we’re currently working on, including: • Gisborne Futures – Emerging Ideas paper • Draft Romsey Five Mile Creek Masterplan • Draft Three Chain Road Fire Risk Mitigation Action Plan For more information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call 5422 0333.

Hoppy hour in Sunbury After a close encounter with a hopping marsupial in the heart of Sunbury four years ago, Robert Irvine was inspired to investigate the town’s kangaroos. The Sunbury resident spread the word that he was organising a kangaroo and wallaby count. “I got thinking – what are all these kangaroos doing in Sunbury when there’s all these paddocks?,” he said. During last year’s count, volunteers spotted a combined total of 411 kangaroo and wallabies in and around Sunbury. He said it was common knowledge that kangaroos made appearances, with many

residents spotting the furry animals close to home. Mr Irvine is looking for people to take part in this year’s count. “Anyone can help with the count by looking out your kitchen window, going for a walk with your family, driving around Sunbury or using a drone,” he said. He said dawn and dusk were the best times to spot kangaroos and wallabies. The count will be on Sunday, May 19. Details: email robert.irvine@mail.com Jessica Micallef

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Get your kindergarten questions answered Find out how to prepare your child for kindergarten at this free information night featuring guest speakers. When: Wednesday 15 May, 7pm–8.30pm Where: Woodend Community Centre, cnr High and Forest streets Details: mrsc.vic.gov.au/events or call 5422 0333 Be inspired by The Sapphires Don’t miss this play about four women from regional Australia who bring music and joy to the battlegrounds of the Vietnam War. When: Friday 17 May, 8pm Where: Kyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison Street Details: mrsc.vic.gov.au/buytickets or call 1300 888 802

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By Jessica Micallef A winter warmer service is being launched to help Sunbury’s homeless. Sunbury Winter Night is a community project that will provide sleeping places for homeless people. Project co-ordinator Chris Morgan-Prosser said the service would be offered at a different location each night across the winter months, starting on June 1.

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Pedestrians, drivers and cyclists are set for a safer travel in Riddells Creek. The existing zebra crossing will be replaced and more visible pedestrian-operated lights installed at Kilmore/ Main Road intersection. The upgrade will also include channel, kerb and line marking. Construction will be carried out during the day, with traffic management in place. Speed limits will be reduced to 40km/h and temporary lane closures put in place. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas visited the road last month to mark the start of the $400,000 project, which is funded by Regional Roads Victoria. She said the new and improved crossing would provide security for those who use it on a day-to-day basis. “I’m proud that we’re delivering a safer crossing for Riddells Creek,” Ms Thomas said. “This crossing upgrade will make the area safer for pedestrians and cyclists in our community – giving people in Riddells Creek better peace of mind when travelling to the shops or train station.” The crossing is expected to be completed by late this month. Details: regionalroads.vic.gov.au

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Ms Morgan-Prosser said the service would provide 10 different people each night with a hot meal, fellowship, a bed and breakfast. “And if there is bread [left] over they could make a sandwich for their lunch,” she said. “Then the trailer is packed up and moved on to the next host venue.” Similar projects have been in operation in the Yarra Ranges and Bendigo. “Jenny Willetts from the Yarra Ranges came to speak at Sunbury Baptist [Church] and it has gone from interest there,” Ms Morgan-Prosser said. Homeless agencies will recommend people for the program. They will then go through an assessment by the project committee. Volunteers have donated bedding items, with one volunteer knitting a blanket especially for the program. Ms Morgan-Prosser said the committee would evaluate the program after three months to see if it could be expanded beyond one winter.

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“Personally, I think it would be a great thing to have a place that the homeless could go to during the day,” she said. “But the committee will discuss all options after the evaluation. “There is no collected data on how many homeless there are in Sunbury, but through

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the different agencies we know there are some people needing assistance. “We will have more data after the program has run for this winter.” The program will end on August 31. For more information: wns.sunbury@gmail. com

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Sunbury school kids are tapping into their creative talents while doing their bit for the environment. Goonawarra Primary School prep to grade 2 pupils have been designing their very own boomerang bags as part of their threads and textiles studies. Visual arts teacher Sonja Procek said it was the perfect way for the school’s children to understand, in an imaginative way, how recycling worked. “We’re talking a lot about reduce, reuse and recycle at the moment and I thought this could fit into it quite well,” she said. “The children are decorating them with permanent texta and making them their own.

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“Because it’s permanent texta, it’ll be there forever.” The Sunbury Boomerang Bags group provided the school with 220 bags for the children to decorate and use. “We’ve been talking about how plastic gets into our environment and how it really makes a mess,” Ms Procek said. “It’s all very important for children to rethink a use for something. “They will not only tap into their creative talents but [they] will be encouraging their family to reduce, reuse and recycle when using this sustainable product made of recycled fabrics.” Jessica Micallef

Macedon Ranges council will join VicHealth in its mission to get children walking, riding and scooting to school this October as part of the Walk to School program. The council has received $15,000 to work with primary schools to encourage an active lifestyle.

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Budget’s big builds unveiled By Laura Michell The Broadmeadows Town Hall revamp and the construction of the Hume Global Learning Centre at Sunbury are among the projects earmarked for completion in Hume council’s 2019-20 draft budget. Councillors adopted the draft budget last week, paving the way for the public to have its say. The proposed budget includes an average rate rise of 2.5 per cent in line with the state government’s rating cap. It also proposes an $86 million capital works program, including $3.8 million to

complete the town hall and $3.1 million to finish the Sunbury learning centre. The council is proposing to spend $2.5 million on the Mt Aitken District Recreation Reserve at Craigieburn, $4 million on a community hub at Greenvale West and $3.7 million on the Northern Community Hub at Merrifield West. Roxburgh Park Drive will be duplicated at a cost of $2.2 million, while $400,000 will be added to the council’s indented parking bay program to ease congestion in narrow streets across the municipality. The draft budget includes funding for upgrades to sports parks, including

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Sunbury’s Boardman Reserve. Mayor Carly Moore said the budget would ensure Hume residents had access to great facilities and services into the future. “Excitement is building for the delivery of the town hall and HGLC Sunbury,” she said. “Each project offers so many benefits to our community and will be fantastic community spaces where people can come together.

“The increased investment in leisure facilities, parks and reserves is the result of a continued focus on supporting the health and safety of our community. We are committed to creating opportunities for people of all ages and interests to live active and fulfilling lives.” Residents can have their say on the draft budget until May 29. The council will run a live, written question and answer session via its Facebook page on May 20 from 7.30-8.30pm, allowing residents to ask questions about the budget in real-time. Details: hume.vic.gov.au

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A rare Sunbury tree has a claim on fame. The weeping Mexican cypress, located at Caloola, a former Sunbury mental hospital at Jackson’s Hill, is in the running to be named Victoria Tree of the Year. National Trust of Australia (Victoria) advocacy manager Felicity Watson said the tree was incredibly rare. “There are only a handful of examples of this tree in Victoria,” she said. “There are rival collections in the Royal Botanic Gardens … it’s a really significant collection of trees.” Ms Watson said there were no historical records on who planted the Mexican cypress or when but it is believed to be about 120 years old. The tree was registered on the National Trust Register of Signficant Trees in 1994. “Jackson’s Hill has an exceptional collection of trees and we’re really pleased to be able to put this tree forward,” Ms Watson said. “We encourage the community to get behind the significance of the tree.” National Trust chief executive Simon Ambrose said the Victoria Tree of the Year competition was a way for the community to celebrate history. “The contest is a chance for people to share their stories and have some fun while also strengthening their connection with significant trees,” he said. “We hope to see the public get even more involved by voting for a tree that has truly captured their heart.” Voting for the Victoria Tree of the Year is open until Sunday, May 19. The winner will be announced at the end of the month. To vote: bit.ly/2ISkCJv Jessica Micallef

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MY PLACE Chris Morgan-Prosser is the project co-ordinator for the Sunbury Winter Night shelter. The Sunbury resident chats with Jessica Micallef about her love of helping others within her community. What is your connection to Sunbury and Macedon Ranges?

community. We are all working together for the same goal and that is a great feeling. Meeting the wonderful people in Sunbury who have volunteered for shifts, given financial assistance, donated linen, knitted beanies and blankets and just shown their love of people and community. People are so wonderful it gives me goosebumps when I think about it.

My family moved to Mount Macedon in 1979 and we have been connected with friends and family in the area ever since. How long have you lived in the area?

What would people be most surprised to know about you?

We lost our home in the Ash Wednesday bushfire in 1983, and we moved to Sunbury to rebuild our nest. After a few years our love of Mount Macedon drew us back, but one hot summer, I turned into a scaredy cat and we moved away from the area. Sunbury has always been our comfort zone. I worked at Sunbury High School, we attended Sunbury Uniting Church and the church family and community made us feel at home.

I am pretty much an open book really. I am a glass half full person. I have found there are so many good people in the world and there is enough food and clothing for everyone we just have to keep sharing. There is definitely more good in the world than bad. What are some of the best things about Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges?

What are you passionate about?

How did you become involved with the Sunbury Winter Night shelter? Jenny Willetts from the Yarra Ranges came to speak at Sunbury Baptist about the Winter Night shelter and as I have always had a deep concern for the homeless I knew I had to be involved in some way. A group of local

The friendly people with community spirit and generosity, our beautiful countryside, our history, restaurants in O’Shannassy Street, seeing everyone come together for events like Christmas on the Village Green. There is a spirit about the place, the spirit of home and belonging.

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My family – I love them to bits. My adult children live in Sunbury, and I have two gorgeous grandsons and a very supportive husband. I also have siblings in Sunbury who are very community-minded, it is in our genes. I love people and I love helping if I can.

ministers asked me to be project co-ordinator, even though I thought they would need someone younger. I said I would give it a go. My husband, Ian and I have been working on the project ever since.

What are some of the perks of being a part of this project? Working with the great people. We are all volunteers just doing what we can in our

If you could change one thing about the area, what would it be? Infrastructure and maybe I would make Jackson’s Hill a place for the people, young and old. But bottom line, I like it just the way it is.

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Celebrate and honour all mothers at a special Mother’s Day ceremony at Enjoy Church Sunbury on Sunday, May 12 at 4pm at 8 O’Shanassey Street. Supper will be included. ■ enjoy.church/au/

the Victorian Farmers Association and is a member of the Macedon Ranges Farmers Market Group. Free event. ■ 5422 1025

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Find out how to improve your own investments and increase profits at a build business profits mentoring session with The Business Action coach Milton Collins on May 21. The event will run between 6-8pm at 67 High Street, Woodend. Cost is $20 and places are limited. ■ Bookings: bit.ly/2KUPsmt

The Gisborne Singers will present a double bill of Haydn’s Mass in Time of War and Bach’s Magnificant with professional soloists and orchestra at 3pm on Sunday, May 19 at New Gisborne Church of Christ and Sunday, May 26 at Kyneton’s Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Cost $40 adults, $35 concession, $20 student and children under 12 free. ■ www.gisbornesingers.com.au or 0423 769 643

Woodend village market

The Woodend village market is a monthly market held on the third Sunday of the month, featuring unique craft and vintage stalls. This market has been running for more than 40 years and is supported by the Woodend Lions Club. The next market is on Sunday, May 19 between 9am-2pm at Forest Street Woodend. Free event.

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If you are thinking about registering your child for a kindergarten program, take in an information session on Wednesday, May 15, from 7-8pm at Woodend Community Centre, corner of Forest and High streets. Free event. ■ Nikki, 5422 0264

miniature train rides, market stalls, camel rides and food and drinks. Adult admission $10; free for children under 16 years. Tickets can be purchased at the gate. ■ Arthur, 0419 897 721

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Register now for a free tax essentials event organised by Macedon Ranges council and the Australian Tax Office. On Wednesday, May 8 at Kyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison Street from 10am-noon. Places are limited. Free event. Register on ■ 5421 9616 or bit.ly/2X4cSY1

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Trentham Spudfest

The 12th annual celebration of the humble potato kicks off in Trentham on Saturday, May 10 at The Great Trentham Spudfest from 10am. There will be food, music, market stalls, kids activities and free entertainment. Spuds will be for sale from local farmers. Free event. ■ Helen, 0419 930 864 Tractor Pull promises a great family day out on Sunday, May 19, at Gisborne Steam Park, Webb Crescent from 9.30am-3pm. There will be vintage engines and machinery on show, a vintage tractor pull,

Macedon Ranges residents are invited to attend a community forum on Wednesday, May 15 at the Tylden Hall. The forum is an opportunity for residents to meet with councillors in an informal setting, ask questions and provide feedback on council matters. The forum will be at 5 Tylden-Woodend Road between 6-7pm. Free event. ■ 5422 0333

Kyneton farmers market

Held on every second Saturday of the month, the Kyneton Farmers Market will be on Saturday, May 11 between 8am-1pm at St Paul’s Park, Piper Street. A range of the finest produce and farm products will be for sale. The market is accredited with

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Do you want to become a confident public speaker and strong leader? Attend a Toastmasters workshop on Tuesday, May 7 at 8 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury from 7.20pm. Free event. ■ Julie, 0404 878 468

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Improve your knowledge at Macedon Ranges council’s hands-on Instagram workshop on Saturday, June 15 between 9am-12.30pm. At the workshop, you will learn to create a defined brand look for your account, establish an effective hashtag strategy, understand how to use Instagram stories and knowing when to post and how often. The course is for beginners. Bring a mobile device such as a smart phone, tablet or laptop to the event. Cost is $20. Bookings are essential. ■ 5422 3433

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IN THE FEDERAL ELECTION The federal election will be held on Saturday 18 May 2019. Unlike some other elections, voting is compulsory even if you’re over 70 years of age. If you can’t make it to a polling place on election day, you may be entitled to vote early. Harvey Norman’s Ben Wills and Rahoul Pozniakov with PEGS Hockey Club. (Supplied)

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Harvey Norman backs health and hockey Good health and fitness help make a thriving, connected community – and that’s something Harvey Norman Electrical Watergardens are determined to promote.

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Their sponsorship of PEGS Hockey Club is part of their commitment to the area and its people, says Watergardens Electrical manager Ben Wills. “Hockey’s a great way to stay fit and PEGS is a great, family-oriented club,” he says.

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“They’ve got one of the biggest junior development programs in the state, ranging from six upwards. Stick 2 Hockey and Hook in 2 Hockey are a great way to get kids involved from the get-go as well. These teams are an opportunity for kids to meet life-long friends.”

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“The majority of the kids and adults that play for them have a direct connection to the area that we service, all the way through to Sunbury.

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Ben says the team at Watergardens usually donate items to raffles and other fundraising events, but recently a different approach was taken.

“This time we’ve donated some money, which may be used to help fund the club and make it bigger and more successful,” he says. “This money could go towards a new hockey pitch or simple items like new hockey balls and new cones or goals. The bigger picture for them is that they want to get the women and men promoted to premier league, which is the top league in Victoria for hockey.” This initiative is the kind Ben sees as part of an ongoing Harvey Norman tradition. “We helped out the Royal Children’s Hospital appeal this year and recently donated some goods to the local fire brigade,” he says. “We tend to help wherever we can.” Harvey Norman Taylors Lakes, 450 Melton Highway, Taylors Lakes. Opens 9am-5.30pm Monday-Wednesday, 9am-9pm Thursday-Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9449 6300

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Gisborne Osteopathy’s Dr David Fairclough is one of these qualified professionals, and his extensive experience and skills in treating people with pain and injuries throughout the Macedon Ranges is now helping four-legged patients too, with dogs and horses benefitting from his treatments.

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“Whether it’s finishing a course of braces or fixing a broken tooth or getting someone out of pain, that’s always something I’ve always enjoyed,” she says. (Damjan Janevski)

Louise, who runs the Gisborne Dental Group with Dr William Crawford, puts much of her focus on Invisalign (invisible braces), traditional braces and cosmetic dentistry such as veneers, crowns and bridges.

who may have had a lot of restorations or who have discoloured or misshapen teeth, veneers are a good option for achieving a lovely smile.”

The rise of cosmetic dentistry coupled with advances in orthodontic technology means people can choose from a broad range of treatments. When it comes to having the alignment of their teeth corrected, for instance, they can choose between Invisalign or traditional braces.

“Some have seen a quick makeover with veneers and think that’s the only way to go, but with veneers you have to cut into people’s natural teeth,” she says.

“Regular check-ups if people are prone to decay, regular X-rays and also possibly some additional fluoride to slow down decay. Also, check the diet because it’s a big contributor to decay.

“If they’ve already got lovely teeth which are “Older patients prefer Invisalign while we usually simply out of alignment, they’re better off having treat younger patients with fixed orthodontics,” them repositioned and keeping their own teeth. Louise explains. “In Invisalign, a computer scans the teeth and then a software program is used to align the It all depends on the condition of the teeth. “Where people’s teeth are a nice shape and teeth before a model is fabricated – it’s a stepcolour, they’re better off having braces and by-step procedure to get it from where we’re keeping their natural teeth,” Louise says. “Those starting to where we want to finish up. Follow-up

“If people have had a lot of treatment, we stress prevention so they can get the best lifespan out of what’s been done for them.”

is mostly just routine dental care – brushing and flossing each day, coming for check-ups every six months, a little bit of care with not crunching on Of course, not everyone knows what they may really hard foods like pork crackling or toffees!” But prevention first is what Louise advises. need, Louise says.

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Agent’s choice WOODEND 15 Brooke Street, 3442 Keatings Real Estate: 5427 2999

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Sitting in a fantastic spot in Woodend, this double-fronted early 1900s cottage is ready for new owners to bring its charm back to life. Perfectly liveable as is, the potential this property has to make someone’s creative dream come true is endless. It’s nicely introduced by a tidy front yard and low-maintenance gardens. A period entrance doorway leads inside to a central hall, off which are two of the three bedrooms, a lounge room and the bathroom. The family-meals zone has a woodfire heater and split-system to control climes year-round. A sunroom offers an additional living space and the functional kitchen has ample storage. Through the laundry and utility room is a second toilet. The large, north-facing back garden is a great spot to relax and enjoy the morning sun. Close to coffee shops, restaurants, the new Coles supermarket, schools, Woodend station and Brooke Street Medical Centre, the location of this opportunity would be hard to beat.

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“Puddles” How exciting it is to see puddles. We W have waited and waited for the rain to come and at last there is a little relief. Those who live in the suburbs do not fully realise the impact of a long dry spell. The reality is that dams are rapidly emptying, water is being bought by the truck load and stock is being sold. There has been some rain, not enough, but those puddles certainly lifted our spirits. The weather is something we have no control over and here in Victoria, the weather provides a great conversation piece as we so often experience four seasons in one day. Politics is also something over which we seem to have little control. I think we are all tired of waiting for the election, the petty name calling, the immature behaviour of so many of our politicians and yes an impending election. The issues aff f ecting the level of conﬁdence are:- superannuation, ff pensions, employment and sadly, trust in our politicians. As I talk to people it is clear that both sides of the political fence have lost the trust of the people. “Tr T ue blue” Liberals are dissatisﬁed by the revolving Tr door of leaders and resignations in the party and “dyed in the wool” Labour supporters are wondering where the “party for the workers” has gone. The dry weather, r sad gardens and brown paddocks r, are something that buyers will overlook, to some extent. The impact of the forthcoming election has slowed things down in real estate as it always does, but rest assured as with the appearance of puddles, life will return to normal soon after the election. We W wait for the rain and we wait for the election and in both cases, all that we can do is exercise patience and “grin and bear it!” • Column supplied by Liz Dormontt. Liz is a director of Chess Property Consultants, based in Romsey. To contact Liz, phone 5429 5544 or check out their website at www.chessproperty.com.au

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Trentham East 439 Pearsons Road St Claire - Set on 9.8 hectares Inspired by the French Colonial style, grandeur and luxury are in abundance at St Claire, offering a magnificent residence and separate private guest house/wing, set over three pavilions offering accommodation of eight bedrooms and five bathrooms, with modern French Colonial interiors throughout. St Claire offers exquisite country living spilling out to sensational wild romantic gardens and glorious grounds with a lush green northern lawn, views to Mount Macedon and surrounded by tranquil countryside. There is zoned heating and cooling throughout, double glazing, excellent water supply from 250,000lt rain water storage tanks and a potable bore which is reticulated to the garden and a machinery shed. St Claire is offered for sale on a walk-in walk-out basis and includes all furniture and furnishings and white goods at the property. Price $3,295,000

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42 Alton Road Fernshaw - Architectural Design in a Magical Mountain Setting Fernshaw sits in a beautiful private setting of just over 5 acres of gardens with glorious mature trees to grassed areas and a superb natural swimming pool. With an abundance of natural light and architectural angles and comprising three living areas, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

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SPORT Sunbury scores early By Tara Murray Sunbury United grinded out a hard-fought win against Sebastopol Vikings in FFV state league 3 north-west on Saturday. Sunbury got the ascendency early at home with an early score and looked to press further ahead. The Vikings fought back hard, but in the end, Sunbury did enough to record a 1-0 win. Sunbury’s Danny Moore said it wasn’t a pretty win. “We had a really good start and came out blazing and were able to score,” he said. “We looked liked we would have a solid start and looked to double that score. “The longer it was we didn’t get the second goal, the more Sebastopol came more into the game. “In the end it was a tight affair and sometimes you just have to grind out the results.” Moore said they had opportunities to extend the lead throughout the game but hadn’t been able to convert. He said if they had been able to get a second goal, they thought they could break the game open. Tomislav-Ante Trbuhovich was the goalscorer for Sunbury. Moore praised James Micevski in the middle, while Daniel Sousa was really strong in defence. The win is Sunbury’s third in a row and helps cement its spot in the top bunch of sides. It sits second on 13 points with a 4-1-1 record, behind leaders Lalor United, which has won all six of its games, on 18 points. Moore said getting a good start to the season was vital for them. He said any side was capable of beating any other team in this competition, meaning consistency was a key for any side looking at promotion. “It’s always important to get a good start to the season, to keep pace with the front runners,” he said. “Lalor is setting the pace early and it’s important to keep up with them and potentially break away from the rest of the sides. “After last week’s win against Fawkner, which is a side around the mix, we wanted to consolidate that result. “It was good to be challenged this week.” Sunbury this week faces Point Cook, away. In state league 4 west, Gisborne won its second straight match, with a 4-1 win against Laverton. Gisborne scored all four goals in the first half to put the game out of Laverton’s reach. Stratos Cantaro scored twice for the Sky Blues, while Joseph Cavoli and Jake McIntyre scored the other two goals.

Gisborne not bowed by loss Gisborne will take home some valuable lessons from its loss to Strathfieldsaye in the Bendigo Football League. The two in-form teams of the competition entered the match undefeated and the game was a good challenge for the young Bulldogs. The Storm put early pressure on the scoreboard to lead by 28 points at the first break and that early start would prove to be the difference. The Storm won 14.12 (96)-10.15 (75). Bulldogs playing coach Clinton Young said while it wasn’t the result they were after, there were plenty of positive signs. “It was the opportune time to play them and see how we are tracking this year,” Young said. “They got the jump on us early, but I felt like we had competed. “To be honest, even in the first quarter, I thought we were in the game, we didn’t take our chances. “They were a lot more efficient and that was the telling thing, the way they used the ball.” Young said endeavour and effort defined the game. “We can work on a few things, it’s only round four,” he said. “We will learn from it.” Young said he was happy with how the midfield group competed against strong opposition. He said Nick Doolan was their best, while Pat McKenna (three goals) and Jack Scanlon were good when the ball went forward. Callum Williamson also kicked three goals. The result leaves the Bulldogs sitting 3-1 and well and truly in the mix. Young said they had to make sure they continued that same form. “You don’t walk away from a loss fully satisfied, but at this time of year you’ve got to make sure that you recover well and rebound.” Kyneton made it two wins in row, beating Kangaroo Flat, 12.12 (84)-8.9 (57). Playing coach Patrick McCarthy kicked three goals for the Tigers, while Rhys Magin was named their best. Tara Murray

Sunbury’s James Micevski tries to get around his opponent. (Shawn Smits)

Thunder on a roll with a big win over Keilor Park East Sunbury continues to build its game in Essendon District Football League division 2. After two losses to start the season, the Thunder made it a second win in a row on Saturday to even the ledger. While facing bottom side Keilor Park, Thunder coach Glenn Hopkins said it was still important to make sure they were playing their game. The Thunder won 17.20 (122)-6.2 (38). “It was a good win,” Hopkins said. “It’s a good time to ramp things up. “We played the way we wanted to play. We moved the ball really well between the arcs. “We had some more handball receives and moved the ball across the ground. “For us it was important to take our game plan and take the game on, which we try and do every game.” While Hopkins was happy with the performance, he said there was still plenty of work to do. One key area is the use of the ball into the 22 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 7, 2019

forward line. He said it was a combination of the midfielders’ ball use and the forwards not getting into the right positions. “Our kicking to the forwards wasn’t good,” he said. “Our forwards have to work on their craft and get to better spots. “We kicked to packs more often than not. It’s another thing to work on.” While the forwards struggled to get shots on goal, the midfielders played their role. Kamen Ogilvie kicked four goals, while skipper Lucas Shaw kicked two goals, running forward from the midfield. Hopkins said it was important for the side to have their midfielders kick goals. Shane Lindsay was the Thunder’s best, dominating his side of the ground on the wing. Diquan Williams was another standout, proving plenty of run off the half-back line. The Thunder this week face Moonee Valley, which is coming off its first win of the season, thrashing Jacana.

The Thunder then face Jacana, before having their first bye. Hopkins said they would find out more about themselves the next couple of weeks. “Moonee Valley is a good test for us and we will get to use their new rooms. “They are celebrating indigenous round, and we’ve got a few indigenous players so it’s special for them too. “Hopefully we can get the win.” In other results, the Sunbury Kangaroos remain undefeated after beating Hadfield in a thriller. The Kangaroos came from six points behind at three-quarter time to get the 12.8 (80)-11.11 (77) win. Ruckman Brenton Sutherland was named the Kangaroos’ best. Tara Murray Shane Lindsay was a key on the wing for East Sunbury. (Shawn Smits)

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Lancefield’s Genevieve Zoch comes over the top of Rockbank’s Jacinta Fuzy. (Shawn Smits)

Lancefield may have fallen short of taking home the four points, but Saturday’s result against Rockbank was still a win for the A-grade Riddell District Netball League team. After not having a side last season, the Tigers have struggled at times in the early rounds against more experienced sides. But on Saturday against the Rams, the Tigers looked like breaking through for a win. On more than one occasion, they led by five goals – but they weren’t able to break the game open. The Rams hit the front late in the third quarter, before the two teams went goal-for-goal for much of the last quarter. A couple of changes late worked in the favour of the Rams, who ended up winning 46-42. Tigers coach Meaghan Keogh said she was proud of her players. “To get within four goals in an A-grade game is awesome,” she said. “I said to them, I don’t care that they lost by four goals – everyone has put their heart on the line today.

“It was a new position, for us to be in front, and I thought the girls handled themselves well. “I think Rockbank won the game – I don’t think we lost it. The girls did an amazing job.” Keogh said it was credit to the players that they forced Rockbank to make changes to get the win. Most of the Lancefield players participated in B and C grade last season. But Keogh said they don’t look out of place stepping up to A grade. She highlighted the defensive job of Jess McMahon, who played C grade last season, as a good example. “They are getting better and improving every week,” she said. “When you get to this level, it’s the one per centers that make the difference. “Everyone is playing outside themselves and it’s the same in B grade. “A lot are playing above and beyond where they would be at in any other team.

Lancefield gets the win By Tara Murray Lancefield has finally landed its first win of the Riddell District Football League season. In a match against one of the other cellar dwellers, Rockbank, the Tigers broke their drought and got reward for their hard work. The Tigers did the damage early and were unlucky not to be further ahead after hitting the post several times in the first quarter. The Rams came at the Tigers in the second half, but the Tigers responded each time, eventually winning 13.15 (93)-6.12 (48). Tigers coach Chris Collins said results in the first three rounds hadn’t necessarily reflected the work being done. “Coming up against Rockbank, it doesn’t matter how both teams are going – it’s always going to be a tough day out,” he said. “I said to our boys, this a chance for a win today and you’ve just got to keep working on what we’ve been working on at training and also the previous rounds. “If we could put that together, I was confident that we could get the win.” Collins said the key for the Tigers was to put scoreboard pressure on early to shut Rockbank out of the game. He said that while they did that to some extent, they were never able to put the Rams away. “To their credit, they hung in there and made it a bit of a battle,” he said. “I said at half-time … if they were to get a couple of early goals it would give them a sniff. “We didn’t feel like we were in danger at any time, but it wasn’t all said and done and we had to fight it out to the end.” Collin said the Tigers delivered a really good team effort across the board. He highlighted the work of youngsters Jack Dalgleish and Ben and Ollie Bryant. “Our usual suspects did well, too,” he said. “Daniel Frost, Joel Badger and Nathan Malone, who had a sore shoulder, all played well.” The Tigers, though, still can’t take a trick on the injury front. After being riddled by injuries in the first three games, the Tigers lost another couple of players on Saturday. Skipper Matthew Bowden hurt his hamstring, while John Baker, who returned to help his old club, hurt his groin. Collins said the injuries were making things tough. “This year, we’ve done well to get three teams on the park, but that’s 66 guys you have to have on the park,” he said. “We’re struggling for numbers as it is, so it’s tough when you have injuries. We were lucky to get a few past players to come back and have a kick. “Hopefully, we can get them to stick around for a few more games this year.”

“Just a few little changes and we’re good to go.” Keogh said everyone involved knew it would be a tough year across all grades, but that she was thrilled with how the players were taking on the challenge. She said they were celebrating the small wins and there was plenty of excitement at the club. “They are a good group of girls,” she said. “We said to them we knew it would be tough and if we got a win we would be over the moon. “Our C-grade girls lost by a massive amount, but scored five goals – the highest they’ve scored all season. “We had a girl score her first goal … [she] has [only] been playing netball for five weeks. “They’re excited about what we’re building.” In other A-grade results, Woodend-Hesket and Melton Centrals had a draw, Diggers Rest was too strong for Broadford, Macedon bounced back against Macedon and Rupertswood beat Wallan. Tara Murray

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One of the biggest names in local cricket has signed with Gisborne. In a huge signing for the Dragons, the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup runner-up announced last week that Mick Allen would join the club. Allen didn’t play in the recently finished season, having decided to have a year off. He had spent the previous two seasons as captain-coach of GDCA club Riddell, where he was one of the top batsmen in the competition. In his time at the Bombers, he averaged 73.48 with the bat, making three centuries and 15 half centuries. He also contributed with the ball, taking 34 wickets. Before returning to Riddell, his local club, Allen had a long higher-level career.

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Sunbury gun Carla Krizanic has added the 2019 women’s singles Victorian Champion of Champions title to her long list of achievements. Representing the Northern Gateway region, Krizanic defeated Ann McCarthy 25-16 in the final. She has previously won the title in 2012 and 2016. She will now represent Victoria in the national champion of champions competition. Krizanic won that title in 2016. Sunbury teammate Mark Cowan made the last four in the men’s champion of champions, but was knocked out by runner-up Barrie Lester.

Football

The Sunbury Lions drought on the road has continued with a late comeback falling short against Redan in the Ballarat Football League on Saturday. A poor first half proved costly for the Lions, who were 45 points down at the main break. They cut the margin to 15 points at the final change, but couldn’t reduce the margin further, losing 17.14 (116)-14.12 (96). Alik Magin was named the Lions’ best. Meanwhile, six Lions have been named in the Ballarat FL interleague squad – Mitch Conn, Lachlan Bramble, Dylan Landt, Daylan Kempster and Magin and Grant Valles.

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The Tigers reserves also got their first win of the season. Collins said it had come on the back of a good performance against Riddell in the previous round. In other Riddell District Football League

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