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RSL under threat

By Peter Douglas THE Upwey-Belgrave RSL is facing the prospect of closing its doors after the conclusion of this year’s Anzac Day services.

While the committee of management is fighting hard to keep open the much-loved site, a lack of patron support is making it difficult for the not-for-profit entity to be viable as an organisation.

They are calling on the community to make a determined effort to show their support, or they may be forced to turn over management to the head body, RSL House.

If that scenario becomes a reality, there exists the possibility RSL House may consider introducing poker machines in order to save the venue.

Treasurer Beth Quilty said they would fight to keep in place the present set-up. “We get more than 3000 people here on Anzac Day every year, but that can be the only day we see many,� she said. “Membership is not enough to keep the RSL viable and it may end up in the hands of RSL House in Melbourne. “They’re known to have a warehouse full of poker machines; if that’s the way they decide to go, then it’s out of our hands. “RSL House isn’t in the business of closing RSLs.�

Ms Quilty said that would be a tragedy for the much-loved venue. “Poker machines are one income stream we don’t have, but this does make it a family friendly venue,� she said. “We have free entertainment every Friday and live entertainment on Sunday.�

Also taking up the fight is Yarra Ranges Shire Mayor, Noel Cliff, who has a more than 20-year association with the RSL.

Cr Cliff has put up his hand to work behind the bar on a Friday, an offer he was only too happy to take up. “We don’t want to have an RSL with poker machines,� Cr Cliff said. “I doubt whether we (Yarra Ranges Council) would support that; it changes the whole game for the area. “This is a community RSL space with a great atmosphere, I don’t mind helping out for something like this. “It won’t be a one-off either; I’m committed to helping them out. “Drop in and enjoy a pot and a chat, it’d be a great way to support the RSL.�

To help in the fight for viability, the RSL has revived its bistro, which they have rebranded ‘Poppies’, a symbol synonymous with the RSL. The decor is bright and inviting, with friendly staff and a worldclass executive chef overseeing the menu and operations in the kitchen.

The menu has been totally revised with the introduction of ‘seniors’ meals and the return of old favourites, like roast of the day, chicken schnitzel and old-fashioned fish ‘n’ chips.

A modern section has also been added with ‘New Adventures’, designed to appeal to those who wish to explore a broader spectrum of tastes.

In addition, the RSL is also home to the Running Rabbits Museum.

The museum is Museums Australia accredited and displays memorabilia donated by local members of the community - it also conducts low-cost tours for Scouts, school groups and nursing homes.

The museum is also open on Thursday and Sunday mornings, or by appointment.

Puffing Billy in young hands THE next generation of Puffing Billy enthusiasts took control of the local icon on Saturday 14 January. The youngest, most dedicated volunteers aged under 35 years were acknowledged for their important work on the railway, with almost every key role on the day carried out by young volunteers. Among the newest drivers was Alex Maciver, 34, who recently passed his driving theory and practical assessment after 12 months of training.

Alex is pictured centre front from left with Simon Walker and other young volunteers. 163827 Picture: GREG CARRICK

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Full steam ahead Where others are still pondering their New Year resolutions, Puffing Billy is already full steam ahead in 2017.

History was made on Thursday 5 January, 2017, as the iconic Puffing Billy Railway welcomed its 11 millionth passenger on board since the Puffing Billy Preservation Society reopened the railway in 1962.

Darryl Pate from Lara, was delighted to discover he was the 11th million passenger.

He and his wife, Teresa, had travelled to ride on Puffing Billy with their three young children, Daniel, Olivia and Isabel.

Darryl said he had longplanned to ride the iconic locomotive.

“We’ve been meaning to bring the family on Puffing Billy for some time, as our son, Daniel, is a great fan of steam trains,” he said.

“I also remember my dad telling me how he used to catch Puffing Billy to go to school when he was young.”

Puffing Billy Railway CEO, John Robinson, said the milestone was another magnificent chapter in the railway’s history and paid credit to the entire Puffing Billy team and 11 million visitors for making it possible.

“This achievement would have never been possible without all of our wonderful passengers who continue to visit us each and every year and share the Puffing Billy experience with their friends

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The 11 millionth passenger on Puffing Billy Railway, Darryl Pate, with his family and train driver Les Thompson. 163683

and family,” he said.

“We have passengers that have been riding the railway for many, many years, and also babies and children who are experiencing their first ride.

“It is wonderful to see so many people who love and cherish what we have created here at Puffing Billy.

“This record is a credit to the staff and huge band of over 900 dedicated volunteers who, over the years, have laboured tirelessly and given their time freely to preserve Puffing Billy for the enjoyment of all Australians and overseas visitors.

“Our volunteers are the life-blood of the railway without them, we simply could not continue to operate - and the milestone recognises their passion, commitment and dedication.”

The 2016 calendar year saw an all-time record with over 454,000 passengers riding Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges - an increase of 21 per cent on the previous year.

According to Mr Robinson, this is a testament to the unique experience they offer at Puffing Billy.

“We are constantly evolving and looking for new expe-

riences that we can provide to visitors including the Steam and Cuisine After Dark dining experience, Murder On The Puffing Billy Express, music trains, a Day Out With Thomas events, and the Great Train Race.

The world famous Puffing Billy Railway is Australia’s favourite steam train and one of the finest preserved steam railways in the world.

The railway - which commenced operation in Australia on 18 December, 1900, operates every day except Christmas Day and is a genuine relic of our more leisurely days.

For those fortunate enough to have enjoyed a break over the Christmas period, the festivities are officially over and the working week has started up again. ’Mail’ cartoonist Danny Zemp has likely summed up the mood of many workers this week.

Here’s what you need to know during ing the level crossing removal works.

Upcoming changes to the Belgrave and Lilydale line.

Between 27 December and 5 February, we will continue work to remove level crossings along the Belgrave/Lilydale line, which will affect the way you travel.

Buses will replace trains and there will be changes to traffic conditions with detours in place. The sooner we get this done, the sooner you’ll be on your way.

Buses replacing trains on the Belgrave/Lilydale line • Monday 16 January – Sunday 5 February Buses will replace trains between Blackburn* and Ringwood stations. *Please note buses will replace trains between Box Hill and Ringwood Stations: • From 8.45pm Wednesday 25 January until Friday 27 January.

• After 8.45pm each night from Monday 30 January until Friday 3 February.

• During the weekends.

Normal train services will resume on Monday 6 February 2017.

d closures Road ackburn Road and Heatherdale Road will be closed at the level crossing • Blackburn om Tuesday 27 December until 5am on Monday 6 February. from Local traders will be open for business during this time, so please support businesses in the area. Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

Visit levelcrossings.vic.gov.au or phone 1800 762 667 for details. Please note these dates may be subject to change.

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Truckie charged over fatality

By Peter Douglas

A male passenger died after a serious crash in Kallista over the weekend.

Picture: GARY SISSONS

Fatal car accident A man was killed in a single-car crash in Kallista over the weekend, with police still investigating the circumstances of the fatality.

Police believe a car, carrying two people, came off Kallista-Emerald Road, crashing into trees and rolling about 12.40am on Saturday, 14 January.

A male passenger died at the scene,

while the driver, a man aged in his twenties, was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Police are still investigating the circumstances of the crash, and anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

A FERNTREE Gully truck driver has been charged by police following a fatal crash just before 9am on Thursday, 12 January.

According to Victoria Police, a truck failed to stop at a red light along Boronia Road, Wantirna – near Eastlink - and struck a stationary motorcycle.

The female motorcyclist involved was a police officer on her way to work in the north-west of the city.

After the impact, the motorcyclist became trapped underneath the truck, until emergency services freed her.

However, she died at the scene.

Victoria Police announced later that day that Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives had charged a 26-year-old Ferntree Gully man with culpable driving and dangerous driving causing death.

He was remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 13 January.

The fatality takes the 2017 road toll to six, compared to five at the same time last year.

Police will investigate the cause of the crash and anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

P-plater’s lucky day A male passenger died after a serious crash in Kallista over the weekend.

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Deadly danger is smaller than a pinky THEY’RE thinner than your pinkie finger and easy to miss, but in a bushfire they can hinder firefighters’ efforts and spread embers around town.

CFA District 13 in the Yarra Ranges is urging residents to keep their properties tidy and free of debris, green waste and twigs, with burning off prohibited during the current fire danger period (FDP).

The FDP, which bans all open air fires without a written permit from the CFA, began on 3 January and runs through until 1 May. CFA Captain Bill Boyd of Yarra Glen said that, although some people had not heard of the danger period beginning, it had been an average and quiet start to the year for the brigade.

“It’s been pretty good,” he said.

- and can burn quickly and be carried on the wind as embers.

“They ignite readily and they burn fairly quickly and fairly hot,” Capt Boyd said.

“Rake ‘em up and get rid of them.”

During the FDP, burning off is illegal, unless a written permit is issued by a Fire Prevention Officer or by the CFA District office, a person is in attendance at all times with the means to extinguish the fire and that the fire is fully-extinguished before leaving the area.

Capt Boyd said residents could still dispose of green waste through allocated bins.

Though there had been wet weather in the Yarra Ranges, including a large storm on 29 December, there was still a risk of fires on hot days.

“We’ve still got dead grass every-

“We had a couple of people (burning off) very early - and we can understand that, because maybe they didn’t see the notifications that were out there and, of course, now that more people are aware of it, they drop off big time.”

He said the FDP running through to May meant it would be a later fire season than usual, with a warmer February-March period, and urged residents to stay aware of conditions, keep properties tidy and have an up-to-date fire plan.

Keeping properties tidy includes keeping grass mowed and low, gutters clean, and areas free of debris such as small twigs and “fine fuels”, which Capt Boyd said can be a problem in bushfires.

He said “fine fuels” were classified as anything thinner than six millimetres in diameter - thinner than a pinkie finger

where, but what it (wet weather) does is it keeps the moisture around - if you’ve got a high moisture content, fuel doesn’t burn as readily.

“All in all, it was probably an average start to the year, and we’re obviously hoping for it to stay that way and not increase.”

Capt Boyd said residents should include animals in their fire plans, not leave animals or children in cars on warm days, and ensure their properties have reflective numbers visible from the road for emergency services to find them.

“That’s really important, not just for fire services, but ambulances and police,” he said.

“It makes it easier for us to find you.”

For more information about the fire danger period and what is and is not permitted, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au.

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A Monbulk P-plater was lucky to escape serious injury after crashing her car on the Old Beenak Road at Yellingbo on Wednesday, 11 January.

Leading Senior Constable Tony Pagels of Warburton Police said the crash came down to an inexperienced driver and a road that is notorious for its curves, camber and gravel surface.

“The 20-year-old driver lost control and flipped the car, fortunately coming away with minor cuts and abrasions,” he said.

The woman was assessed by paramedics at the scene and allowed to return home.

Leading Sen Const Pagels said it was a reminder for drivers travelling on dirt roads to slow down to suit the conditions.

“It’s also about reducing dust that can be annoying to local residents and other drivers,” he said.

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Sparing no expenses

By Peter Douglas FEDERAL Member for La Trobe Jason Wood has joined a host of MPs calling for reform into the parliamentary expenses system.

After high-profile Liberal frontbencher Sussan Ley this week came under fire for alleged misuse of the system, the issue of parliamentary entitlements has again flared.

Ms Ley has indefinitely stepped aside from ministerial duties, after reports she purchased a Gold Coast apartment while interstate and claiming expenses for official duties.

This is in addition to reports senior Liberal ministers claimed expenses for attending a New Year’s Eve party hosted by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

Mr Wood said taxpayers would be better served through changes towards a more transparent system for MPs. “Taxpayers rightly expect that the

Australian Government will spend their hard-earned money wisely and with respect,” he said.

“The parliamentary expenses system needs to change and the Government is implementing changes as recommended by the Independent Review into Parliamentarians’ Work Expenses.”

Mr Wood said MPs too, would benefit from a more streamlined system.

“The biggest problem is that currently if MPs seek clarification on an issue, we will never be sent a clear ‘yes’ or ‘no’ ruling,” he said.

“This can be very confusing, when, as a parliamentarian, we’re invited to events locally and nationally and it’s often unclear which definitions they fall under.

“Significant legislative changes are required to streamline the parliamentary work expenses system.”

ABC reports say federal politicians claimed almost $49 million in expenses

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La Trobe MP Jason Wood with wife, Judy Cheung. 156336 over the first half of last year.

The report shows from 1 January to 30 June last year Mr Wood claimed $8736, while neighbouring MP and Federal Speaker Tony Smith claimed $12,094.

This is in comparison to Foreign Minister Julie Bishop claiming $37,834, while Ms Ley claimed $36,775.

Ms Bishop and Ms Ley were the two highest claiming Federal MPs.

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ROADSIDE grass cutting will continue throughout January, with VicRoads targeting areas around the Yarra Ranges in the warmer weather.

On Wednesday 11 January, VicRoads’ Metro East Acting Director of Operations, Colin Morgan, said that wet conditions at the end of spring beginning of summer made it hard to slash roadside grass.

But with the warmer weather, and public concern about higher grass, Mr Morgan said VicRoads would continue to mow throughout the rest of January.

“We’ve understandably received a lot of feedback from the community about high grass being a concern for visibility and bushfire risk, and we appreciate this feedback,” he said.

“For mowing, we need to wait for the grass to dry, so it can be cut once without growing back at a rapid rate.

“We all know what it is like to mow your backyard when the grass is green, you are back a week later mowing again.

Earlier in the month, sections of the Warburton Highway, Mountain Highway, Lilydale-Monbulk Road, Ridge Road and York Road have been mowed.

Mr Morgan said Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, Monbulk-Seville Road, Clegg Road, Monbulk Road, Olinda-Monbulk Road and EmeraldMonbulk Road were next on the list.

Litter collection, weeding and tree trimming will also take place as part of the works.

For more information, or to report road hazards or maintenance issues, call VicRoads on 13 11 70.

Residential Hard, Bundled Branches and Metals Collection Residents are advised that this collection will be commencing in the municipality on Monday 16 January 2017 and will be conducted over 9 weeks. Please refer to your Recycling and Waste Calendar/Guide or our website for your collection week and the service requirements.

Items not meeting these requirements will not be collected. Materials must be placed on your nature strip by the Sunday evening prior to the start of your collection week. Material must not be placed out more than one week prior to your collection week.

If your waste is not removed during the designated collection week, please notify Council’s Customer Service staff by Friday of the following week for further investigation.

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Copping some awareness

By Jesse Graham BE aware of other drivers and know if you’re ready to get behind the wheel, is the warning from the Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol, with police to hit the streets during the Australia Day long weekend.

On Sunday, 8 January, Victoria Police officially wound up Operation Roadwise - an operation focusing risk-taking behaviour, such as speeding and drink and drug driving, that began on 16 December.

In the Yarra Ranges, 256 people were caught speeding, while 18 people were caught for drink driving and another 21 were caught for driving under the influence of drugs.

Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol Acting Sergeant, Graeme Rust, said that overall motorists “were quite well behaved” over the holiday period.

He said a random breath test site set up in Mooroolbark on New Year’s Day saw no people caught drink or drug driving.

“That was quite pleasing to see,” he said.

“Some of the drink-driving statistics have not been as high as they have been in the past, (but) our drug driving ... there are still some issues there.

“Drug driving is more prevalent than drinkdriving, and that is being shown by our guys here in their detection rates.”

Act Sgt Rust said that many people were caught with drugs in their system days after taking them, because the chemicals lingered in the body for longer than alcohol, and that it was illegal for a driver to have traces in their system.

“There was a lot of people who said, ‘Look, I had it two days ago’, but the thing is, it’s still showing up in their system,” he said.

“If they really want to look after their licences, they have to curtail their drug use, and probably not even get behind the wheel of a car, because the likelihood nowadays of being stopped and tested for it, in and around the Yarra Ranges, is about one in every four drivers.”

During Operation Roadwise, 92 unregistered vehicles were detected by police, along with 43

disqualified or unlicensed drivers.

Act Sgt Rust said the onus was on drivers to ensure their registration was up to date, to avoid being charged and fined, and recommended vehicle owners set reminders for their renewal.

“A lot of people say they don’t receive the renewal notices and due to the fact there’s no registration labels, they say they’d forgotten about it - some people change their address and don’t notify VicRoads,” he said.

“Still, it is incumbent upon the owner of the vehicle - and for the drivers - to ensure the vehicle they’re in is registered.”

Act Sgt Rust said another operation would begin on Wednesday, 25 January, and run through the Australia Day weekend, focusing on the same risk-taking and dangerous behaviour.

Ahead of the weekend, Act Sgt Rust urged drivers to be aware and respectful of one another - especially on dangerous, narrow roads such as the highway up the Black Spur near Healesville.

He said that over the holiday period, a driver was travelling along the spur behind a car doing between 50-60km/h in an 80km/h zone and overtook them at 113km/h.

The driver was caught by police, and Act Sgt Rust said they faced losing their licence as a result.

“It’s a common courtesy to obviously be checking your mirrors as you’re driving and, if you notice there’s a build-up of traffic behind you, take the opportunity to utilise those slow traffic pull-out areas and let that traffic go,” he said.

“They (other drivers) become frustrated - they shouldn’t become frustrated, they should be patient enough to be aware of these situations and plan their trips accordingly, but also the other people need to take into account there are other people using the road, other than themselves.”

Act Sgt Rust said drivers should be aware of fatigue and make sure they rest before long drives, and take regular breaks, to reduce the risk of a crash.

“Fatigue can also be just as bad as a high range drink driving,” he said.

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Major milestone

By Peter Douglas BELGRAVE Survival Day will reach a major milestone this year when it celebrates its 10th anniversary on Thursday 26 January.

The celebrated local event has become a fantastic way for hills communities to celebrate Indigenous culture and the survival of Australia’s First Nations people.

This year, the family friendly festival will focus on the theme of ‘Knowing your local history’ and has secured a host of top performers.

Top Indigenous musician Benny Walker and his band will head the line-up.

This year, organisers are excited to announce the appearance of award-winning author, Bruce Pascoe, who will share stories of local history.

Author and historian, Jim Poulter, will also have a stall, with books outlining Victoria’s indigenous history.

The Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony will be led by Wurundjeri elder and educator, Uncle Bill Nicholson, followed by traditional dances performed by ‘The Djirri Djirri’ dance mob, where the audience will be invited to join in.

Aunty Dot Peters will also share some of her wisdom.

There will be plenty of activities to keep all ages busy, with fun music

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and dance, art and craft opportunities and more.

Due to parking limitations at the site, organisers are encouraging people to take public transport or park at Belgrave Train Station,

where a shuttle bus will be provided.

Meanwhile, the organising committee is inviting new volunteers to help with preparations and/or to assist on the day.

The Belgrave Survival Day will be held from 12noon to 4.30pm at Borthwick Park (next to Belgrave Pool) at Benston Street, Belgrave.

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Do Aus Day your way in the Yarra Ranges WHAT better way to celebrate Australia Day than to partake in the many events and activities on offer in the Yarra Ranges.

From a picnic at one of the many barbecue hot-spots in the hills, to tucking into a lamington at one of the many local cafes, there is something to match the tastes of all Australians.

Just a sample of the offerings includes the Australia Day ceremony at Cockatoo’s Alma Treloar Reserve.

The celebration - from 8.30am to 11am - includes Australia Day ceremony, community awards, sing-alongs, bands and entertainment.

Enjoy a free breakfast thanks to the Cockatoo Township Committee and Cardinia Shire Council.

For those willing to travel a little further, why not try some of the region’s favourite events.

Marysville’s Australia Day festivities have survived and thrived through some hard times to become a destination event for locals and visitors looking to celebrate the things that make us thankful to call Australia home.

Pack a picnic lunch and join the activities and entertainment in Gallipoli Park after the parade, or just cool off in the crystal clear Steavenson River.

Warburton’s annual duck race on the Yarra River is another great place to enjoy a relaxing day with family and friends.

The annual Rubber Duck Races start from 12.30pm with ducks available for a ‘poultry’ $2 and lots of prizes up for grabs.

For more ideas, visit www.visityarravalley. com.au, www.visitwarburton.com.au or www. visitdandenongranges.com.au.

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BACK TO NATURE SICK of the rat race? Got the urge to get back to nature and be self-sufficient yet remain in close proximity to Melbourne and all amenities, then this is the property for you!

Idyllically located on Upwey’s most prestigious street and backing onto the meandering Ferny Creek, this gently sloping acreage with lots of north and west facing aspect provides an amazing lifestyle opportunity for one lucky purchaser, with plenty of room in the paddocks for vegies, chooks, alpacas, dogs, and still plenty of space left over to play cricket or kick the footy with the kids.

Perfectly positioned on the block is “Forrest Lodge”, an exquisitely unique Oregon log home, now renovated and updated from its feature part in 1948 Home Beautiful.

A charming family home that offers: 4 great bedrooms (master with walk-in robe), 2 stylish bathrooms (main with spa bath), expansive living zone with plenty of room for the lounge, pool table and toasty feature stone fireplace. Second living zone upstairs with gorgeous views. Stunning kitchen with Belling Cooker, soft close drawers and Bosch dishwasher with servery through to a large formal dining area.

Phenomenal outdoor decking area with views across the land and pool, Ducted gas heating with room isolation and excellent evaporative cooling system and lovely established gardens and sunny brick patio.

An added bonus is the completely separate two-bedroom weatherboard dependent persons unit (DPU) situated on its own fenced portion of the land.

With spacious lounge, ensuite effect, double glazed windows, air-conditioning, wood heater, gas cooking, dishwasher and front verandah it provides the perfect retreat for a beloved family member subject to council approval. If not required as a residence, the DPU could be converted to a studio, home office with easy access and privacy from the main house subject to council approval.

There is heaps of shedding and car accommodation on site for tinkering/man cave, as well as plenty of water with large tanks used to flush toilets and wash clothes, plus dam at the back of the block.

Further quality inclusions: grand remote gates, circular driveway, grid interactive solar power, solar hot water service, underground power and gas, water tanks

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK (about 42,000 litres) and chook run.

All this located within close proximity of Upwey’s schools, shops and train station, easy access to Eastlink, major shopping centres, Dandenong Ranges National Park and Birdsland Reserve.

Although so close to Melbourne, this idyllic rural retreat could be in the middle of nowhere, but with all the amenities of urban living. Call now to secure your family’s dream lifestyle today.

Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours, and it is recommended that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office.

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COCKATOO

YOU’LL fall in love with this character-filled mud brick home, perfectly located within walking distance to Cockatoo shops, cafes, schools and public transport.

Using recycled Oregon and Ironbark timbers, gorgeous leadlight windows, the home is rustic yet with modern elements as seen in the bathrooms and kitchen.

Spanning over three levels and featuring two bedrooms on the lower level including the master with garden views and contemporary en suite and lounge room with cosy wood heater. On the second level is the entrance, third bedroom, family bathroom and lovely modern kitchen with stone benchtops, ample storage and stainless gas cooktop, dishwasher and rear garden outlook.

The third level features a fantastic second living area, light, spacious and kept comfortable year round with split system heating and cooling.

The lovely garden out the front is private and the rear yard is low maintenance, complete with plenty of lawn for the kids, cubby house and huge hen house.

For vehicles, there’s an oversized double garage with concrete floor, workshop space, power, water and with internal access for convenience.

Mud brick homes have a uniqueness of their own, and with this homes style and location, it’s a must see and will not be on the market long.

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PERIOD HOME UPDATED IF you’ve longed to live in the tightly held The Patch, this is your opportunity! This lovely home has been renovated and updated while keeping its character feel of the 1930s, and offers views of The Patch Valleys.

The home is nestled on an acre and offers space for all with four bedrooms or three with the master zoned at one end of the home with ensuite, parents’ retreat and study.

The light-filled family and dining room have access to the new entertaining deck and the chef’s kitchen has loads of storage including a butler’s pantry, stainless freestanding gas cooktop and integrated dishwasher.

Features of the home include hardwood floors, decorative ceilings and cornices, painted timber dado walls and the bathrooms have new vanities.

Outside, the existing garden is low maintenance and there’s a vegie garden with

further room for improvement, just waiting for a green thumb.

For vehicles there’s a handy dual access driveway, single lock-up garage and the garden shed has plenty of storage.

Book your private inspection today and you could be living the dream in The Patch.

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7 Vista Court Gembrook

Offers Over $545,000

4 Neville Street Cockatoo

Offers Over $495,000

More Than You Imagined on Almost ¼ Acre!

Character Mud Brick, Walk to Cockatoo!

Well located family home located in a quiet court within walking distance to Gembrook.

Offering 5 BDRs, the Master with WIR & large ensuite, great sized rumpus room, central kitchen with family breakfast bar, large pantry & overlooking the dining area. Add to this a 2nd family room & outdoor entertaining area. Outside is low maintenance & fully fenced including fenced area for pets.

You’ll fall in love with this character illed Mud Brick home, perfectly located within walking distance to Cockatoo shops, cafes, schools & public transport. Featuring 3 BDRs, the Master with ensuite, 2 large living rooms & modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Add to this an oversize DBL garage with concrete loor, power & workshop & fully fenced yard with cubby house & hen house.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032 Inspection: Saturday 12.30pm-1.00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820 Inspection: Saturday 2.30pm-3.00pm (Photo ID Required)

24-26 Viewhill Road Cockatoo

47 Priors Road The Patch

Offers Over $240,000 each

Offers Over $650,000

Opportunity Knocks, 2 Half Acre Blocks Offered for Sale!

“Amaroo” Character Filled Home with Lovely Outlook on 1 Acre!

2A Meyer Street - Offers Over $240,000 24 Viewhill Road - Offers Over $240,000 Sought after location Walk to town, shops, schools & public transport Gently sloping Gas, Water, Power & Telephone Available

If you’ve longed to live in the tightly held The Patch this is your opportunity! This lovely home has been renovated & updated yet keeping its character feel of the 1930’s & has views over The Patch Valley. The home retains period features such as high ceilings, decorative cornices & dado panelling & offers 4 BDRs, 2 baths, 2 living areas, modern kitchen, L/U garage, garden shed & all on 1 acre.

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Bethany Day 0438 844 968

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Inspection: Saturday 2.30pm-3.00pm (Photo ID Required)

108 Emerald Monbulk Road Emerald

Offers Over $740,000

265 Spillers Road Macclesield

Offers Over $890,000

Your Hideaway in the Hills!

“Berry Springs” - 12 Acres with Endless Views!

This grand 4 BDR Cedar home on 2 natural acres just 3km to the heart of Emerald, features a modern kitchen, dining area with OFP, a lounge room with wood heater, a rumpus room, powder room & 4th BDR downstairs. Upstairs is the Master with WIR, private balcony & ensuite & a further 2 large BDRs, a family bathroom & a 4th living area. Add to this a double garage, carport & large shed/workshop.

This magniicent 12 acre property, located in the heart of Macclesield Horse Country features a meticulously maintained 3 BDR double brick home that offers endless views over the distant mountain ranges. Outside the paved entertaining area overlooks the property & there’s a huge hay shed, a 36 x 25 machinery shed/workshop with power, stock yards, a cattle crush, 2 x 45,000 lt water tanks & a 4 car carport.

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Bethany Day 0438 844 968

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Inspection: Saturday 11.30am-12.00pm (Photo ID Required)

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3/17 Arlie Crescent Montrose

$450,000 Plus

19 Grand Panorama Crt Launching Place

$395,000 - $440,000

Spacious, Light Filled Unit in a Central Location

Come home to Grand Panorama

This attractive light-illed home only minutes away to Montrose Village, features landscaped gardens and will appeal to those seeking spacious accommodation with the ease of low maintenance living or for someone looking for a great investment opportunity. Comprising three generous bedrooms, a central bathroom, kitchen with meals area which opens out to the backyard and open plan lounge room. Also included is a large private and secure courtyard, double carport, gas ducted heating and quality ixtures and ittings throughout.

Situated in a quiet court and enjoying beautiful north facing mountain views is this lovely 3 bedroom home on a 929sqm block. Boasting a recently updated kitchen and spacious living spaces with wood heater, split system air condition plus gas ducted heating and large rear deck. There’s a double metal garage at the end of the driveway plus a large circular entry.

Contact: Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 Inspection: Sat 11:30am-12:00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

Montrose

Expressions of Interest

34 English Street Seville

$470,000 - $495,000

A Private ACRE of Peace and Tranquillity!

Huge Block, Big Shed, Great Location

This extremely secretive acre (4219m2) of prime land is ready for someone to build their dream home (STCA) in an area that is both peaceful and private. With only a very slight gradient, this land is super usable and your only tough decision is working out which of the many perfect spots to place your new home. Your new oasis awaits with all services readily available plus your own driveway with brand new fencing and established hedging all providing seclusion from the street and neighbours while also giving the property a complete sense of grandeur.

This 3 bedroom home set on approx. 1500sqm has plenty to offer; separate ofice/study or sunroom, fresh kitchen, polished loorboards, ducted heating and wood heating plus a spacious lounge/living and meals area. Great views overlooking the picturesque backyard, big rear deck and big 4 car garage and a carport. A great family property in a superb location and at a great price.

Contact: David Carroll 0419 539 320 Inspection: Sat 11:00-11:30am (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Jarrod Peterson 0409 408 544

6 Upper Coonara Road Olinda

$670,000 Plus

1339 Healesville Kooweerup Rd Woori Yallock

$390,000 - $440,000

Private Dual Living on Half an Acre

First Home Buyers Character Delight!

A luid single-level design that integrates beautifully as an expansive 5-bedroom family home with Study and a whole lot of living space! AND just as easily functions as a 3-bedroom coniguration with internal connectivity to a private 2-bedroom wing complete with 2nd kitchen, more living space and its own entrance and all under the one rooline!

The home is set a substantial distance from the road behind remote controlled gates and a screen of established trees, this exceptional HALF-ACRE property will certainly lift your spirits and enhance your daily family-dynamics.

Situated just minutes walk from the main street and a hop skip and jump to primary school! Boasting original looring throughout this 3br cottage will excite anyone looking for some charm! New kitchen with integrated dishwasher and double sink, pressed metal splashback, newly painted throughout, bright and light, what more could you want? Outside offers double carport plus lockup garage.

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: Sat 10:30-11:00am (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

19 Crestview Close Montrose

$560,000 Plus

Woori Yallock

$380,000 - $420,000

Great Family Home in Court Location

Family Space and Convenience at a Great Price

This fantastic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom brick veneer home is located in one of the most ideal parts of Montrose. The large open kitchen which overlooks the meals area, then further through the home there is a large family living area with open ire place, an abundance of entry space when stepping into the home and a separate dining area. There are 3 bedrooms to this property, 2 bedrooms to one side of the home with built in robes and the master bedroom to the other side of the home with large walk in robe and full ensuite with spa bath and shower.

This home offers great space for the growing family with 4 bedrooms, large family/living area offering great views, separate meals area and a spacious kitchen. Outside offers a double carport, great views and perfectly positioned just a short stroll to shops, schools, transport and the Warburton Trail.

Great value in a popular location.

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

Contact: David Carroll 0419 539 320

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896 Mt Dandenong Rd, Montrose

5964 2277 569 Warburton Hwy, Seville

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229 Glenfern Road Upwey

For Sale

84 Mcnicol Road Belgrave

$640,000 Plus

Dual Living on almost 3 Acres of Glenferns Finest

Modern & Spacious Entertainer on Approx 3/4 Acre

“Forrest Lodge”, an exquisitely unique Oregon log home perfectly positioned on gentle sloping acreage in prime location. Offering 4 BR’s, WIR, 2 bathrooms, expansive living, stunning kitchen, decking with pool plus a self contained 2 BR studio. Includes grand remote gates, circular driveway, grid interactive solar power, solar HWS, underground power & gas plus water tanks.

Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

Modern & contemporary home with magniicent views. Featuring 3 roomy BR’s plus a home ofice, 2 large bathrooms & 2 WIR’s. Tastefully updated kitchen that offers S/S appliances, vast bench space & ample storage. Large lounge & dining space downstairs with gas log ire plus another living area upstairs. Covered outdoor entertaining deck & another entertaining space complete with spa.

Contact: Rebecca Halit 0429 888 367 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

19 Grandview Crescent Upper Ferntree Gully

16-19 Caithwill Court Narre Warren North

$590,000 Plus

For Sale

Potential Plus on Amazing Block with Incredible Views!

EXQUISITE HOME OF GRAND PROPORTIONS

Perfectly positioned on a highly useable 0.75 acre allotment this home offers a great loor plan with 4 spacious BRs, 2 bathrooms, open-plan living with wood heater, renovated kitchen & wrap around verandah. Outside there is loads of room, HEAPS of shedding & plenty parking. Located close to UFTG’s transport, shops, school & hospital, be quick to secure this one!

Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

Magniicent residence situated on 4053m2 of landscaped gardens & rolling green lawns. The property features well appointed kitchen/dining, outdoor alfresco area, oversized master with full ensuite & WIR plus 4 extra bedrooms, formal lounge/dining room, gym room, large study/6th bedroom, games room & self-contained area downstairs. Book your inspection today!

Contact: Glenn Chandler 0418 410 689 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

1-3 Fairhaven Road Mt Dandenong

9 Rivington Avenue Kallista

Contact Agent

$850,000 Plus

A Spectacular Statement of Nature

A Spectacular Statement of Nature

Welcome to “Stone Retreat” - an iconic property in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. This showpiece of modern living comes on the market for the irst time. Privately situated down a pretty country lane lined with beautiful deciduous trees that will delight as they relect the changing seasons. The property has been transformed into a superb lifestyle option with the potential to simply retreat from the world in your own sanctuary. The blend of natural stonework and rendered exterior complements a spacious and fresh contemporary interior. Thoughtfully designed over two imposing levels, the open plan living sets the scene for nights by the ire relaxing in the living room or summer days gazing upon sunset soaked skies from the expansive lawns or built in BBQ area.

Welcome to “Kallista Lodge”, an iconic property in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. This 1980’s stunning mud brick home built as a showpiece to take full advantage of the bush setting. Thoughtfully designed over ive imposing levels, the open plan living sets the scene for nights by the ire relaxing in the lounge, or summer days gazing upon the sunset from the extensive outdoor entertaining decking area with complete privacy. Offering a loorplan with 5 bedrooms, home ofice or 6th for lexibility of lifestyle, spacious renovated kitchen with quality appliances lowing into the open plan dining & lounge via earthy brick loors.

Certainly creating the hub for family get-togethers with an elevated living with open ireplace, giving direct access to the large alfresco decking overlooking your own fern-illed gully, playground & meandering creek.

Contact: Dwayne Sparkes 0409 873 731 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Corinne Sukroo 0419 805 915 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

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LET us hope that this latest crop of councillors do better than the last ones and show a bit of backbone against the greedy developers and multi-nationals who are destroying our suburbs and local businesses.

Who don’t even pay the same tax as local businesses do?

No more approvals for unit blocks without offroad parking provided.

Unit-dwellers’ cars are clogging up narrow roads; often parking on footpaths, or restricting exit and entry to home owners’ properties.

This is not fair, considering the high and everincreasing rates home owners pay.

New estates must have side roads so emergency vehicles can get through.

Many people are still very angry over how the previous owners of the IGA supermarket were treated, after serving the community for so many decades.

How was this possible in Seville when Woolworths tried the same in Mount Evelyn but didn’t succeed?

Blind Freddy would have seen that in small townships, only one supermarket could survive.

So why not the council?

This nonsense of competition was absolute rubbish.

Council members are paid employees and so accountable to ratepayers.

They must make sure they work for the benefit of the community, not corporations.

Multinational supermarket chains are too powerful for their own good.

They are not distribution centres, but now even want to dictate to consumers what they can buy, while destroying local growers and suppliers in the process, with their cheap imported home brands, for more profits.

The building expansions into the hills are also a danger, when everyone knows climate change is upon us with threats of more intense bushfires and an increase of violent storms like we experienced recently.

Roads and potholes must be fixed, before they create more accidents.

Council must focus on important things to improve infrastructure; and, like all government employees, be more accountable in regards to their personal allowances.

R.E Kudis, Montrose.

MAYBE you were towing a caravan down the main street of Emerald mid-morning on Boxing Day? Maybe you were the one who came around the bend at the pedestrian crossing with the caravan taking up both sides of the road.

Maybe you don’t have much experience with a caravan on tow.

Maybe you don’t realise that a caravan is wider than a car.

Maybe you were the one who spoilt our holiday.

Maybe you would have stopped if you had realised that you had forced our car off the road into the kerb.

Maybe you didn’t realise that you caused the destruction of our front wheel.

Maybe you would have known where we could have our wheel replaced on Boxing Day so that we could continue with our holiday plans.

Maybe the next vehicle you do that to will be a large truck and you won’t be the winner.

Jan Johnson, Emerald.

Time to open up THIS is an open letter to the Hon. James Merlino, Deputy Premier of Victoria.

Yarra Ranges Shire decided unilaterally to close all its community hub buildings from Christmas Eve to 9 January, a total of 14 days.

By comparison, the Emerald library was open for seven days during this period.

This is a terrible display of Yarra Ranges Shire’s callous disregard for local community needs.

Community hubs are used by the elderly, grandparents with grandchildren, backpackers etc, as a cool place over hot summer days.

So, James will you please introduce legislation to ensure that council community hubs are not closed any more than nine days over Christmas.

Yarra Ranges Shire is still smarting from government policy that requires that all councils must not increase their rates above CPI; and what they are doing is nothing more than a cheap cost-saving exercise at the expense of the local community.

Bruce Johnson, Silvan.

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By Ian Harley THE return to the two-day format proved to be to Shane Luck’s liking as he posted a century for Upper Ferntree Gully.

The Kings made 289 against Mountain Gate at HV Jones Reserve with Luck (117), Todd Burley (37), and Jay Colee (35) all among the runs.

Travis Clarke and Josh Lindner took three wickets apiece for the Gators.

With the runs on the board, the Kings are in control of this game.

Monbulk skipper Rick Bean’s 86 kept the Hawks on the front foot as Monbulk travelled to Wally Tew Reserve to take on Ferntree Gully.

Chris Coen (65) and Uzair Alam (30) made sure that Monbulk posted a competitive total of 261.

Ryan Handley took 5 wickets for the Blues.

Monbulk will be looking for wicket takers next week if they are to make it two on the trot.

Upwey-Tecoma hosted Knox Gardens as both teams chase finals opportunities.

The Tigers batted first and set the Falcons a target of 241 for victory.

Gannell (51), Spence (33), and Strahan (30no) all contributed while Adam Wild took his 23rd wicket for the season.

Cameron Wheeler will be instru-

mental to the outcome of this game next week.

Panthers bat George Harrison celebrated his call up to Bendigo Country week with 95 runs as Eildon Park made 259 against ladder leaders Knoxfield.

Trent Evans took 3/25 for the Knights.

In the final game, The Basin were bowled out for 197 by Belgrave.

Basin captain Scott Vozzo top scored with 65, while Jake Best made 30 upon his return from the Australian Country Cricket Championship.

In DeCoite Shield, Footballers made 9/300 against St John’s Tecoma as Lachlan Storey made his second century of the season.

Johnson Park bowled Olinda out for 97 before ending the day at 2/48.

South Belgrave are 1/68 chasing Knoxfield’s 158 and Lysterfield will need 240 next week against Rowville.

Norm Reeves Shield Upper FTG 289 (Luck 117, Burley 37, Colee 35, Clarke 3/42, Lindner 3/70) v Mountain Gate; Monbulk 261 (Bean 86, Coen 65, Alam 30, Handley 5/51) v Ferntree Gully; UpweyTecoma 9/240 (Gannell 51, Spence 33, Strahan 30no, Wild 3/59) v Knox Gardens; Eildon Park 259 (Harrison 95, Evans 3/25) v Knoxfield; The Basin 197 (S. Vozzo 64no, J. Best 30, M. Litterbach 3/44) v Belgrave DeCoite Shield Rowville 9/239 (Blackman 84,

Morsello 77, Paull 5/73) v Lysterfield; Knoxfield 158 (Milligan 60, Grant 39, Maxwell 4/20) v Sth Belgrave 1/68 (Baker 33no); Olinda 97 (Stallworthy 3/25, Clarke 3/11) v Johnson Park 2/48; FTG Footballers 9/300 (Storey 117, Lakshita 68no, Mathews 5/67) v St Johns Tecoma Division 3 Ferntree Gully 8/314 (J. Delaney 162, T. Taylor 6/73) v Monbulk; Belgrave 200 (R. Broley 63, D. Carnie 30, J. DeBernardi 5/55) v The Basin; Upper FTG 0/20 v Mt Gate 164 (Wiles 39, Kline 36); Eildon Park 5/349 (Pollard 114, Addicoat 89, Hicks 35, Walker 3/103) v Knox Boronia Churches; Knox Gardens 7/345 (Mulder 104no, Reid 65no, Morrison 43, Marget 42) v Upwey Division 4 St Johns Tecoma 115 (Bryans 30, Bosley 5/45, Harbour 3/27) v Footballers 2/81 (Morris 39, Howe 32no); Eildon Park 287 (Kelly 57, Kallista 58, Riley Fisher 30, Lawson 3/66) v Sth Belgrave; Rowville 159 (Buck 59no, Glenister 5/28, Halls 3/29) v Lysterfield 2/43; Olinda 142 (Scott 39, Langer 34) v Johnson Park 1/50 Division 5 Ferntree Gully 139 (Rambaldo 59, Hutchinson 3/35, D. Plumridge 3/32) v Knoxfield; Knox Boronia Churches 3/109 v Upper FTG 104 (Willis 48, Graffen 5/36, Kurzweg 4/11); The Basin 151 (North 4/34, Sewik 4/14) v Eildon Park 3/90 (Sewik 59); Knox

Gardens 179 (McLean 67, d’Rosario 3/35) v Lysterfield Division 6 Monbulk 2/134 (S. Utting 75no, J. Dekkers 39no) v Johnson Park 2/78 (L. McKiernan 53); Eildon Park 5/77 (B. Casey 30) v Belgrave 6/118 (B. Wiseman 37, M. Jubb 33no); Knox Gardens 0/138 (Stuckey 50, Puri 65) v South Belgrave 4/122 (Maling 44); Upper FTG 4/54 v Upwey-Tecoma 4/95 (R. Chapman 37, D. Goodger 3/2) Division 7 Knoxfield 7/94 v Ferntree Gully 1/182 (Stephens 102*); Upwey-Tacoma 6/142 (N. Wood 56, J. Woodcock 3/22) v Monbulk 5/125 (C. Rak 40, J. Rak 36); Olinda 2/154 (Meadows 54, Ardley 41no) v St Johns Tecoma 6/107; Belgrave 1/178 (D. Ayre 101no, I. Davison 37no) v Upper Ferntree Gully a.o 104 (R. Chazbek 3/23); Johnson Park 1/124 v Mt Gate 6/182 (B. Tucker 84no, J. Wise 58no, Monohan 3/20); Rowville 5/99 v Lysterfield 4/123 (Lima 42) B1 Bayswater d Monbulk (forfeit) Knox Boronia Churches 9/162 (White 50no) d St John’s Tecoma 160 (Robb 30, Russell 4/32); Ferntree Gully 9/148 (Troutman 55no, Bahn 4/34, A. Hartlief 3/24) d FTG Footballers 9/129 (Bahn 53no, Fajloun 4/46); Lysterfield 118 (Conroy 50 Sellers 4/10) d Knox City 70.

Country XI cap for run machine

By Steve Brown LYSTERFIELD'S prolific run scorer Nathan Walsh received his second Australian Country XI cap at the completion of the Australian Country Cricket Championships held in Wollongong NSW after scoring 262 runs at an average of 52.

Walsh now joins Upper Gully’s Simon Reeves who also received the same honours in 1995 and 1998.

Queensland Country won the overall championships while Victoria finished third on the table.

Three other Victorian players were rewarded with Australian caps; those being opening bowlers Ben Boyd from Warrnambool, Tom Mathieson from Geelong and Ryder Medallist Mick Allen from Gisborne Cricket Association.

Mount Evelyn star Daniel Fraser notched an impressive century at the weekend. 163603 Picture: GREG CARRICK

YARRA VALLEY SCOREBOARD DJ STRACHAN SHIELD Seville 9/182 (T. Page 78no, H. Byrne 24, J. McInnes 23, J. Lusk 6/52) d Yarra Glen 4/177 (B. Ricci 84 D. Brambilla 63); Mount Evelyn 8/230 (Dan. Fraser 100, B. Jones 40, H. Smith 5/35) d Woori Yallock 178 (R. Smith 56, T. Murphy 26, C. Ferguson 25, K. Jones 2/24, C. Anderson 2/34, C. Witherdin 2/52); Yarra Junction 3/69 (T. Hancock 35no, Q. Hodgkinson 23, D.Fry 3/29) d Healesville 10/67 (B. Amore

14, L. Dempster 4/20, Q. Hodgkinson 3/8, K. Bomford 2/8) RA FINGER TROPHY Woori Yallock 7/147 (P. Broussard 43, A. Dunn 34, D. Whelan 4/28, C. Laycock 2/32) d Coldstream 118 (D. Oliffe 30, N. Taylor 27, A. Young 5/25, J. Young 3/23); Gruyere District 5/150 (A. Waixel 63, D. Waixel 25, L. Winter-Annette 2/35, A. Sequerra 1/7) d Launching Place 146 (M. McConnell 69,

L. Winter-Annette 28, R. Prouse 4/30, G. Sweetten 3/19).

Hoddles Creek 8/189 (W. Weir 56, L. Hetherington 34, Yarra Junction 7/198 (M. Hammond 99, M. Robinson 28, T. Kear 3/45, A. Robertson 2/57) d D. Chaproniere 3/44, B. Nightingale 2/40). Healesville 0/132 (M. Jackson 76no, H. Keeling 45no) d Seville 9/131 (D. Healy 46, M. Johnson 30, L. Chandler 3/28, J. Tacey 2/21, B. Wallace 2/24), WarburtonMillgrove v Wandin (no scores).

C GRADE Mount Evelyn 3/125 (M. Darvell 36no, D. Finch 31no, C. Doyle 30, M. Fawdry 1/12, T. Dalley 1/29, S. Fawdry 1/30) d Healesville 9/119 (D. Senior 36, B. Mackey 24, C. Doyle 3/23, J. Williams 3/24, R. Shepherd 2/16). Yarra Glen 9/106 (S. Patterson 56no, L. Kay 4/27, R. Pearse 3/10) d Seville 9/100 (A. Kay 34, G. Quilty 26, S. Patterson 4/19, S. Beath 2/13), Wandin v Powelltown (no scores).

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Golfers find new homes

By Dennis Fuller EMERALD GOLF THE closure of the Emerald Golf Course caused a scattering of the members as they all tried to find their new home.

Some went with Olinda to Beaconhills, a lot went to Garfield, some went to Warburton and some found all options unpalatable, so got their Saturdays back to be at the bidding of long-suffering partners.

Seventeen of the Old and Faded Golfers (OFG) headed for Garfield and found the course to be in great nick and not too far away.

Sepp Krummenarcher (27) found the place suited his game to a tee and managed to win the first round in a canter with 44 points.

He was modest in victory and the handicap promised to be vengeful when calculating his new handicap.

Of the rest of the refugees, it was left to Graham Fergus (27), an ex-Garfield member, to show how the course could be played when he was one back on 43 points.

Of the rest of the stragglers, Philip Crossley (22) was the best with 41 points followed by Ian Scott (26) on 40.

Dennis Fuller was nearest the pin on the 8th and Bobby Kennedy christened the course when he was first to drive with a beautiful, long drive that no other could equal or better.

The ladies’ comp saw a Michelle Petrie hit the ground running for a runaway victory in their first outing.

Local junior basketballers Nicha King, Ari Dousset, Penelope Dousset, Molly Webb, Ava Cashmore and Ebony Egan. 163832

Multiple ways to play THE Sherbrooke Basketball Association (SABA) is expanding in 2017, with a new under 14s Girls competition.

The development will complement the existing under 14s mixed competition, providing young basketball enthusiasts with multiple playing options.

The new competition is open to girls who are yet to turn 14 before 31 July, 2017.

Sherbrooke president Mick Spruhan said the new girls competition was an

important step in the ongoing development of the organisation.

“The association has a focus on community involvement, skills development and professionalism, and this opportunity for younger girls is an important step,” he said.

The new girls competition will begin in February and will be structured to welcome any new players, as well as existing SABA members.

Initially, the teams will be formed

from a pool of interested players, which will ensure a competitive balance and welcoming culture for newcomers.

Meanwhile, for older girls, there are numerous under 16s girls teams, keen to draw new players.

In the younger age groups, there is strong mixed competition with Aussie Hoops (5-10 years), under 10s and under 12s.

Senior competitions are available, too.

Association secretary Pamela Ball

said basketball was an exceptional team sport and continued to gain popularity.

In addition, locally the sport will benefit from development of new facilities and more courts and Upwey, which is due to commence this year.

Presently, SABA uses venues at Monbulk, Upwey and Cockatoo.

For anyone interested, contact competition co-ordinator James Farish-Carradice on 0437 436 012 or Pamela Ball on 0401 996 046.

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10, A-greed. 11, Stan-ce. 12, A-side. 14, O-the-r. 18, T-rench. 20, Stra-it. 23, For-war-d. 24, No-i’s-e. 25, Scrap merchant.

Down - 1, Form-al. 2, Ro-ger (rev.) 3, Fat-head (anag.) 4, Very. 5, Upset. 6, Intense. 7, E-le-ven. 13, S-hearer. 15, Tit-anic. 16, Staffs. 17, S-tr-eet (rev.) 19, C-l-amp. 21, Anit-a (rev.) 22, I-d-le.

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DOWN 1. At class, the boy is not casual (6). 2. Brings back Reginald or some other fellow (5). 3. Fate had made a fool of him (3-4). 4. A little contrary (4). 5. Perturbed when you capsize (5). 6. Being emotional is great (7). 7. Side, even, with the French in it (6). 13. Point to the listener: the man taking the coats (7). 15. I can’t pack it inside, it’s so big (7). 16. Country clubs (6). 17. When backing, stands right in the way (6). 19. Figures the map is wrong and that does clinch things (5). 21. Bring back a box with, on it, a name (5). 22. For a day, lie lolling about and do nothing (4).

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11, Mettle. 12, Ember. 14, Essay. 18, Escudo. 20, Cajole.

23, Embargo. 24, Irish. 25, Dress-designer.

Down - 1, Meadow. 2, Twist. 3, Orifice. 4, Oslo. 5, Ounce.

6, Inertia. 7, Tinder. 13, Macabre. 15, Swahili. 16, Depend. 17, Tether. 19, Darts. 21, Onion. 22, Role.

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Motoring Fridays bleak day for motorists FRIDAYS are the most likely day for collisions between cars and shopping trolleys, prompting the RACV to urge shoppers to take care in car parks.

Wayward shopping trolleys cost more than $300,000 in claims in the last financial year, RACV Insurance figures show.

RACV General Manager Motor Insurance Mark Geraghty said collisions between motorists and shopping trolleys

occurred across metropolitan Melbourne and in some regional centres.

“The average repair cost last financial year was more than $2000. For too many motorists, a quick dash to the shops became expensive when the car hit or scraped a rogue trolley,” Mr Geraghty said.

“Motorists should slow down and look carefully when parking or reversing, as trolleys

left carelessly in parking bays or against poles can sometimes be difficult to spot.

“Taking extra care will help prevent the scratches and dents that cause so much angst for motorists and yet often go unreported.”

Mr Geraghty said a recent survey revealed that one in two Australians do not return their shopping trolley to a designated bay.

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Member for Eastern Metropolitan Shaun Leane said this was an important project.

“Young and inexperienced drivers face some of the greatest risk on our roads, and that’s why we’re doing everything we can to keep them safe,” he said.

“We can reduce road trauma among young people by rewarding Victoria’s most responsible young drivers.

“We want to make sure our young people are coming home to their families safely and we’re doing everything we can to make sure that happens.”

Participants were able to reflect on and share their experiences about the challenges they faced as new solo drivers.

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Member for Eastern Metropolitan Shaun Leane on Friday, 9 December, announced the end of the research project and congratulated Erin Mutton from Lilydale, who was the major prize winner after completing all of its modules.

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