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Despite the current challenges of remote learning, there is a lot to celebrate when it comes to education in the South East region. This special 8 page wrap showcases the quality education options on offer at schools like Maranatha.

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Proud record Berwick College commenced in 1977 with the motto “Crescam - I shall grow” and today, through strong emphasis on excellence in teaching and learning, college students continue to demonstrate growth and make a difference to the community.

Students in elite programs such as the High Achievers, Basketball Academy, Dance Academy and Instrumental Music are going from strength to strength.

Over the last couple of years, the college has seen some of the best VCE and VCAL results in the area. The 2019 Dux Rebecca, achieved 97.3 and Berwick students featured in Top Designs, Top Class Dance, Bunjil VCE Emergent Exhibition and State Schools Spectacular.

In 2018, the school was Victorian Education Excellence Award winners for Outstanding Secondary Teacher and in 2017 it was the winner for Outstanding Koorie Education team.

Wellbeing Team members were finalists in both 2016 and 2017 for Outstanding Education Support.

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guidance and transition programs ensure students are well supported and well cared for throughout their school life. Learning Teams look after students in learning communities where they track the achievements of, and get to know, each student.

Berwick College offers an extensive range of school and inter-school sporting activities, in outstanding sporting facilities including hockey pitches, tennis courts, netball courts, Stadium, fitness gym and access to the City of Casey Athletics track and Berwick Leisure Centre.

A new Community Health and Wellbeing Centre is under construction, which will vastly improve facilities for students and the community in areas of Mental Health and Wellbeing.

Staff are very proud of the journey the College has taken; its inclusive education, provision of varied career pathways, facilities and commitment to delivering successful outcomes for our students. Most of all, the College is proud of its multi-generational connections and history within the local community.

Berwick College has been part of the community for more than 40 years.

Building community of hope This year Maranatha Christian School is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Dutch migrants established the school on Kidds Road, Doveton in 1970. The coronavirus has meant that the planned celebrations and school community have looked very different.

Bill Jackson, principal, spoke about the importance of connection for students and staff during this unprecedented time of online learning.

“Students will only flourish in their learning when they feel a sense of connection to their school, teachers and peers. This is even more important during a time of uncertainty and isolation,” he said.

“As a school leadership team, we focused on technology that helped students learn together, initiatives that would remind them that they were not alone and identify families that required additional support.”

Maranatha used technology that allowed students from ELC to Year 12 to interact with their teacher and peers online. This resulted in greater engagement, enhanced motivation and improved learning outcomes.

Jenny Rus, deputy principal (junior), highlighted several actions taken to reach out to families.

“We delivered both care and learning packs to the homes of a number of year levels across the school. The care packs included notes of encouragement, baked treats and a school beanie. I will always remember the excitement of our prep students when we arrived at their home with a special delivery,” she said.

Colleen Dutlow, deputy principal (secondary), talked about how the school identified those who were struggling.

“We rang every family and asked how they were going. Our pastoral and well-being teams moved into action when any issues arose, to provide support and encouragement to students and parents. The school also gave fee

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Prep student Daisy was delighted with her care pack. assistance to families in financial distress. We connected regularly with staff to see how they were going,” she said.

Term 2 has been a challenging time for all students and teachers. However, Mr Jackson sees positives coming out of this time.

“We are stronger as a community, experienced growth as individuals and have had an opportunity to reflect on what really matters.

The challenge for all of us as we come out of isolation is to maintain the lessons learnt, including the importance family time, personal reflection and empathy for others,” he said.

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Schools face challenge

By Henry Grossek Principal Berwick Lodge Primary School We never saw this coming. I expect no-one did.

Reflecting on my pre-service training all those years ago, dealing with challenging situations and crises was a topic of some focus, simply because sooner or later we, as teachers, would be confronted by an unexpected situation of some sort or another. Managing such events in a calm, rational and most effective manner with the least potential negative consequences is essential.

From my perspective, schools weren’t wellprepared in a number of ways, initially, to deal with the myriad of challenges that have been thrown at schools because of this pandemic.

Many of these have been very well documented and the community need no reminding of them.

To begin with, I would say that the majority of the challenges we have faced in schools since that week before the end of term 1, a time which seems so long ago now, can be described in terms of three major areas – teaching and learning, well being and lastly, politics.

In terms of teaching and learning, the move to remote online learning has been a real eyeopener. One day, perhaps not now though, we will look back and acknowledge the opportunity that this upheaval has provided to fasttrack our competence with, and use of digital technologies. From a far- off place in the future, that will be seen as a positive. The current times have also provided staff and parents to build on existing relationships – the level of communication between staff and parents systemically, anecdotally, has risen significantly. That can only be good.

From a staff perspective, to survive, let alone thrive in tough times requires very high levels

of camaraderie, teamwork, trust and sacrifice.

From what I have heard, systemically and in many schools, this has been a time of almost universal enhanced staff bonding and uniting.

From a public- school perspective, that sense of systemic collaboration and team work, has been most evident and is, in my opinion, one of our great strengths.

The remote online teaching program has certainly spotlighted the gulf between those families and schools that are well-equipped

technologically from those that are not. This has served notice of the lack of equity of opportunity that exists across our education system. That has caused undue angst, anxiety and stress for students, parents and schools alike.

Hopefully in the aftermath of this pandemic we, as a society, reframe our approach to the provision of school education for our children.

The area of wellbeing, from my observation has been the most vexed. Illustrative of this is the occasion not more than a week ago, when

an anxious parent told me that she whilst she was initially worried that her child might slip back in their learning under the remote learning environment, she was now more worried about her child’s social and emotional wellbeing given their isolation from classmates and friends. Video conferencing and regular communication between staff, students and parents certainly is of benefit, but the lack of actual connection, between us all has been a huge challenge. For many reasons, we are all struggling to some extent. Keeping in touch as best we can is most important.

Finally, there is the political dimension.

Let’s just note that it exists, and whilst we can feel that we may be caught between a rock and a hard place in many ways, focusing on what we can control is of best value.

Moving forward to having all children returning to school fulltime, and so soon, raises as many worrying challenges for us all, as it does opportunities. Drawing on the strength of connection between and across our whole school community will be the basis of our successes in meeting those challenges.

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Care is family focused

Students at the centre Hallam Senior College aims to provide all students with the maximum opportunity for personal and academic growth in a supportive environment, one specially designed for students in their later years of secondary education.

Hallam Senior College offers an extensive range of study options in Yr 10, VCE, VET and VCAL that enable staff to personalise a student’s timetable through a focused program approach.

Students are at the centre of college thinking, planning and actions.

"We aim to ensure that we provide positive learning experiences for every student in a young adult environment," said Principal Greg McMahon.

"With highly experienced staff ensuring

quality of delivery across all subjects, students are treated as young adults with staff-student relationships based on mutual respect, cooperation and a focus on the common goal – learning. In a young adult learning environment students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their learning.

"The relationships we forge with students and their families are critical elements of a student’s success at this important stage of their learning.

"Hallam Senior College values relationships built on respect and responsibility where the relationships between people, learning and the environment frame our actions."

Contact Hallam Senior College on 9703 1266 for more information or to book a tour of the college.

Kool Kidz Childcare Centre in Narre Warren continues to grow and expand as more and more families discover the care and passion of mother and daughter owners, Janette Karavatis and Maria Dimoulas.

Both women love children and realised a long held dream when the doors of Kool Kidz Narre Warren opened in February 2019.

Maria has a degree in early childhood education and a post graduate qualification in teaching children with special needs.

Janette has also worked in childcare for more than a decade.

Janette and Maria looked at various childcare models before settling on Kool Kidz.

“The standards are so high in terms of the curriculum and the support we receive,“ Janette said.

Kool Kidz Narre Warren has capacity for 130 children.

“We are a family run business, looking after your family,“ said Janette, who encourages parents to pop in for a tour of the centre.

“Maria and I both love children and, as we have a passion for this area, we want to give our best to the community.“

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Books help to explain How do you have an age-appropriate conversation with your child about coronavirus to help them cope during the pandemic?

Books are a fantastic resource to help explain difficult topics, but age-appropriate ones on COVID-19 can be hard to come by.

That’s why award-winning children’s author Michelle Vasiliu has collated a list of books that are useful to teach children about the virus.

Michelle’s daughter Isabel, a St Margaret's Year 10 student, and son Ben, a former Berwick Grammar student, help put the list together.

The books help children identify and process difficult emotions they may be feeling at this unprecedented time.

The coronavirus outbreak has had a huge impact on the lives of children - they have been unable to go to school, play sport or see their friends, and some have seen their parents lose employment.

There’s also the fear of the virus itself and the unknown of what else it may bring.

Michelle has uploaded the list of Covid-19 books on her website and is now on a mission to share it with as many people as possible.

“Eleven books are there … they have all been generously donated by authors all over the world,” she said.

“I could devote two weeks to looking for books. But for a parent trying to homeschool, and whatever else, they don’t have the time.

“My area of expertise is I’m an author, so I put the list out there.

“So many people say ‘thank-you for this, it’s so good’. Now I’m desperately trying to share it with as many people as I can.”

Michelle says each book features simple language that explains what coronavirus is and why we have to practice good hygiene and social distancing.

She says the books also go through the emotions children may be feeling.

“They talk about the feelings - that it’s OK to be sad, angry, upset, whatever. And they always had that hope at the end, trying to alleviate the fears.”

The books featured on Michelle’s list include links as the authors and publishers have given permission for them to be read online or downloaded at no cost.

The list includes the following titles: My Hero is You: How kids can fight COVID-19!, Dave the Dog Is Worried About Coronavirus, Coronavirus A book for children, and Hello! My name is Coronavirus.

To see the full list of books, visit http://www. michellevasiliu.com/how-childrens-bookscan-help-little-people-cope-with-covid-19/

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Supporting our parents An impact on the world What matters most to you right now? During times of crisis, we often get clarity around what is most important. The same is true for communities as well as families and individuals. From bushfires to pandemics we are all learning to look out for each other.

Harkaway Primary School has been a learning community since the 1870s. The school has endured global conflict, economic downturns, pandemics, drought and bushfire.

So what matters most in a learning community? The answer is easy - each other! At Harkaway the community does this through the school values and practice principles.

The school exists to give children the power to shape their world no matter where they are.

Parents can see this in the way students take to the stage to run assembly, or present at a national environmental conference or even represent the nation at a world robotics competition. Staff strive for students to be expert learners, crafting their learning experiences so they are able to be curious. Then they have the skills to chase down that curiosity on a journey of discovery.

Harkaway Primary is designed so that stu-

dents have a say in what matters to them. This is true for school issues. It is also true for community issues - like bushfire preparedness.

Sstudents have been working closely with RMIT to give children a voice in how to stay safe during the bushfire season. As a result they are real experts on the subject.

Recently Harkawy students were asked for their top tips on home learning. Here is what some of them had to say; "Take a break away from the computer regularly" (Sierra) "If you’re having troubles move on to something else or spend some time with your pet" (Lily) "If you are hungry, then go get something to eat because if you do not then you will find it hard to concentrate. But make sure you are not eating because are bored! " (Abi) "I like lots of beads and counters for maths’" (Lotus) So if setting your children up with the power shape their world matters to you, then Harkaway Primary School might just be the place to make that happen!

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to this new model of learning with resilience.

Wherever our students are learning at the moment, we are committed to their education as we continue to help them face the current challenges with hope.”

Harkaway Hills College is open for enrolments from Foundation-Year 6 for 2021 and is moving towards the opening of a single-sex girls High School in 2022, pending VRQA approval. Meetings with the principal can be arranged via the school office.

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It has certainly been an unprecedented start to Term 2 at Harkaway Hills College. With a world that seems so unsettled, the College has been in a privileged position to provide consistency and calm to families, regardless of whether they are learning from home or at school.

Harkaway Hills College, an independent school teaching the Catholic faith, was founded on the principle that parents are the primary educators of their children, and that schools exist to support parents. This focus on supporting parents has remained the priority of the College throughout the challenges facing families as a result of Covid-19.

Through the provision of parallel learning and instructional videos in which children at home and at school are able to follow handson lessons in unison, the College has been able to continue the connection between home and school, while ensuring all children are learning.

“Change is always difficult for children, but the changes facing students at this time are extraordinary,” said Mary Broadsmith, Principal of Harkaway Hills College.

“It has been our priority to assist families through these changes, and to ensure that we are supporting every family situation, without reservation, regardless of whether they are learning at home or at school.

“The continued provision of a physical classroom has been essential for our families, as has been the provision of an online classroom for our students at home who have taken

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Meeting future challenges The design of Timbarra College meets the requirements of today with the capability to adapt as needs change and the ability to rise to meet new challenges.

The learning spaces at Timbarra are engaging and inspiring places that foster collaboration, creativity, independence, research and community. It is a place where students and teachers look forward to going every day as well as somewhere the community of Timbarra can use and enjoy.

Student wellbeing underpins the total operations of Timbarra College P-9. Staff endeavour to ensure that all students experience a safe and secure environment free from bullying. Students are organised into home groups that provide supportive Pastoral care.

The College has implemented the Victorian Curriculum which underpins a strong emphasis on academic achievement, exemplary technologies and community connectedness, delivered through contemporary learning and teaching practices. This means that your child receives a contemporary education that prepares them for a successful future.

The curriculum and programs are organ-

ised to cater for the learning needs of all students. Personalised learning underpins the approaches to learning and teaching. Where required students are provided with interventions that support their learning and higher achieving students are able to participate in enrichment activities.

Students have access to technologies that

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Rising to the challenge

By St Francis Xavier College principal Vincent J Feeney A St Francis Xavier College education seeks to invite all students to rise to the challenge of becoming young men and women of conscience, competence and compassion. We offer so many opportunities to deepen our students’ faith and their awareness of the message of Jesus. Helping them discover more about what and whom they are called to be.

Who knows what our students will achieve in their lives? One thing is certain; they will achieve more if they can feel the nurturing influence of family and school working in harmony.

How can we work together to give each student a greater chance of success in an everchanging world of work?

We believe the keys to success in the 21st century are: Be connected Know yourself Know how to learn Be involved in what is going on around you Be open to change Put together, these five points will assist each student to be adaptable enough to thrive in the midst of change. Students have a better chance of flourishing in our College if there is

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Our College’s programs, facilities and processes are designed to enable students to flourish through the many learning pathways on offer from Years 7 to 12, including Extension Academies from Year 8, Learning Adjustment programs, Foundation VCAL at Year 10 with VCAL and VCE pathways for Years 11 and 12.

As they strive to become successful young adults, they represent the best of their families, and the example of so many who have passed through the gates of this College over the years.

Know that we will be working to keep the

richness of our learning environment vibrant and contemporary. At St Francis Xavier College, we work to offer broadening experiences inside our three campuses through building a deep sense of connection to Care Group, House and Campus, at the same time working to create a sense of belonging to our College.

This commitment is how we will build a community and create independent and successful learners who are encouraged to pursue their passions within their schooling experience.

We invite you to consider calling us into partnership in your great role as parents, guardians and carers.

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First steps outdoors After months of being cooped up at home, Casey residents embraced some autumn sunshine by taking their first steps outside following the state's easing of coronavirus restrictions. Pictured is the owner of Berwick's Personal Performance Training Centre, Locky Burke, who hosted one of his first boot camps, saying members were "jumping out of their skin to get back in training". Star News photographer Stewart Chambers was there to capture other sporting fanatics enjoying their favourite leisures. Turn to pages 22 to 23 for more.

School build blitz

By Brendan Rees Schools in Casey are celebrating after the State Government announced a major state-wide construction blitz designed to kick-start the economy and create new jobs.

Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards announced on 20 May that Cranbourne Secondary College would receive $5.95m to transform its tired facilities with an upgrade to the performing arts centre and refurbishment of the existing gymnasium. This is in addition to the $662,000 the school received in the 2019-20 State Budget.

In other developments, Bass MP Jordan Crugnale announced on Monday 18 May that $438.6 million would be shared with the brand new 525-student Clyde North Station Primary School and the first stage of Clyde North Sta-

tion Secondary College - both set to open in 2022.

Once all stages are complete for Clyde North Station Secondary College, the school will have capacity for 1300 students, including 100 places for students with disabilities.

The funding for the two new schools in Clyde North would also be shared with a new junior secondary campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College in San Remo.

Meanwhile, in addition to the $2.28 million announced in the 2019-20 State Budget, Clyde Primary School will be spruced up with a $20.52 million construction of new facilities as part of an expanded school to accommodate growing enrolments.

Clyde Primary School principal Fiona Pratt said the school was "very excited" as new facilities would cater for the fast-growing area

and growing school enrolments.

The funding will see the original 1910 classroom to be refurbished with a full-sized gymnasium and new administration area including specialist and general classrooms among the rebuild, Ms Pratt said, adding the school's land size has also increased to enable the new development.

Timbarra P-9 College in Berwick is also celebrating after Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan announced the school would receive $2.61 million to build a brand new building to cater for science, technology, engineering and maths facilities.

Timbarra P-9 College principal Jan Adamson said the school community was "ecstatic" with the news: "We have been working really closely with the architects Ian McEwan Designs and we've come up with fantastic very

contemporary design that should really see the school well and truly into the 21st century."

"We are very, very pleased. We were worried it might have been put on the backburner with everything else."

The new single-storey building will deliver five to six learning spaces which will be an expansion of the school's current secondary science wing.

Tender applications close by 30 June, however, when asked when the turning of the first sod may occur, Ms Adamson said a date had not been set but was hopeful for later this year.

The school projects are part of the State Government's Building Works package, which will deliver $2.7 billion in shovel-ready projects - big and small - to get thousands of people back to work across the state.

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Covid rate slows

By Brendan Rees Casey City has notched up its second day in a row of just one confirmed active case of Covid-19, according the state's latest health statistics.

As of 20 May figures, confirmed cases remained at 57 in Casey with just one active case.

Across the southeast, Dandenong had 17 confirmed cases, Cardinia 16, and Frankston 39 - however all three council areas had zero active cases.

The total number of coronavirus cases in Victoria stood at 1580, a net increase of seven since 19 May. The death toll remained at 18 with five patients in ICU. More than 367,000 tests have been processed to date.

Of the new cases, one has been linked to the Cedar Meats outbreak while another has linked to a worker on a construction site at a school in Melbourne's south-east, who was asymptomatic when tested. The construction site has been closed for sanitation, and con-

tacts are being followed up for testing and isolation.

Two positive cases in healthcare workers who work at Kyabram District Health Service have been identified as part of the service's regular testing.

There were no new cases related to outbreaks at aged care facilities - and no further cases linked to the McDonald's Fawkner outbreak, with the total number of cases in that outbreak remaining at 12.

Casey’s administrators announced Minister for Local Government, Adem Somyurek, has appointed a panel of three administrators to the City of Casey.

The appointment of Noelene Duff PSM, Cameron Boardman and Miguel Belmar was announced on Thursday 14 May and follows the dismissal of Casey City Councillors on 19 February 2020.

They will remain in the position until October 2024.

Ms Duff was previously appointed in February to the role of interim administrator and will now remain on the panel, serving as the chair administrator.

Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar will commence in their roles on Wednesday 20 May 2020.

Mr Boardman was elected as a Victorian MP in 1996, serving two terms. He is currently acting as the director of the Oceania Cyber Security Centre, and previously was chief executive officer of au Domain Administration Ltd (auDA). Preceding his role at auDA, Mr Boardman was executive director for investor engagement within the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources.

Mr Belmar is an experienced barrister and member of the Victorian Bar who has advised and appeared in matters involving town planning and land development law. He has appeared for applicants and objectors at VCAT hearings and Planning Panels. In 2010, he became a nationally accredited mediator and he has mediated matters in a variety of legal areas. Mr Belmar has previously been a member of the Victorian Football Federation Tribunal and heard matters involving infringements of the rules of soccer.

City of Casey CEO Glenn Patterson said the organisation welcomes the announcement of the panel of administrators, which allows the organisation and community to move forward with governance clarity given the uncertainty experienced over the past few months.

"The continuation of Ms Duff on our administrator panel is welcome news. We have made significant progress on key improvements to Council decision-making and reviewed policies and delegations since Ms Duff commenced in February, all of which are focused on the organisation increasing decisionmaking effectiveness and transparency to residents, ratepayers and key stakeholders and to pursuing best practice in the way Council does

Dramatic chase ends in arrest A wild police chase through the south eastern suburbs involving ground and air searches ended in a dramatic arrest in Narre Warren on Tuesday morning, 19 May. Police initially spotted the car - which was confirmed as being stolen - in Huntingdale Road Oakleigh about 1.40am.

The Public Order Response Team together with police on the ground and the Airwing followed the car, which was believed to have reached speeds of 150km/h on the Monash Freeway, through the south eastern suburbs.

"The police response was well coordinated with stop sticks being used before the car came to rest on the freeway in Narre Warren," a Victoria Police spokesperson said.

The Critical Incident Response Team and Monash Crime Investigation Unit detectives arrested the 19-year-old man without incident.

The Aspendale man, who is also of interest to police in relation to a robbery, theft and a petrol drive off, is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

It is expected the man will front court later on 19 May.

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business," said Mr Patterson.

"I look forward to working in partnership with Ms Duff, Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar to continue enhancing the organisation's performance while addressing the key areas identified in the Municipal Monitors report."

Ms Duff said she believes the Casey community will benefit immensely from having such an experienced administrator panel to lead them during the next four years.

"I am looking forward to Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar commencing next week so that we can begin working together with the council officers to deliver and advocate for infrastructure and services for the rapidly growing Casey community," said Ms Duff.

While in office, administrators must perform all the functions, powers and duties of a councillor of the City of Casey, as set out in the Local Government Act.

Police are hoping to identity two men in relation to an affray and theft at a Narre Warren shopping centre.

Investigators have been told a man was walking out of an Overland Drive retail store when he was approached by two unknown men about 9.30pm on Thursday 7 May. The men allegedly confronted the male victim and assaulted him before stealing his wallet.

The pair fled on foot once security intervened and drove away in a white coloured vehicle, police say.

The victim, a 19-year-old Hampton Park man, sustained minor physical injuries during the incident.

Casey Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released images of two men who they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.

The first man is perceived to be caucasian in appearance, aged in his mid-20s, has dreadlocks, and was wearing a dark blue long sleeve shirt.

The second man is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, aged in his mid-20s, has short dark hair and was wearing a black jumper.

Detectives urge anyone who recognise the men or with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Hansra wanted for arrest A 26-year-old man is wanted for arrest by police over allegedly obtaining property by deception.

Jogpreet Singh Hansra is known to frequent Springvale, Noble Park, Mulgrave and Narre Warren, according to a Crime Stoppers release.

Mr Hansra is described as 170-175 centimetres, of thin build, brown eyes, black hair and dark complexion.

Any information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au

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I'm excited to return back to school because I miss the routine of going to school, being organised, seeing my friends and teachers, and being at school in general.

Personally, I like learning from home. I find that I have not been as stressed with my schoolwork and I can work more independently without distractions from other classmates.

I had some technical difficulties with my laptop and internet connection to start with which in turn made me feel behind in study as I wasn't able to hear my teacher physically and my computer wouldn't load some days.

I'm slightly worried about the preparation for end of year exams as no one has ever experienced this before so we all just have to take a leap of faith and trust the process.

I've missed physically seeing people faceto-face. It has definitely put a strain on the social aspect of school and being able to interact with people. I also miss being at school and working towards my College Captain goals with Brendon Quintal.

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Fight for freeway reprieve

By Brendan Rees e Angry residents of a Berwick estate opposing a six-lane highway development on their doorsteps without noise barriers have sought some reprieve in their fight to halt it.

As part of the second stage of the Monash Freeway upgrade - Major Roads Projects Victoria (MRPV) plans to widen O'Shea Road in each direction - making it six lanes in total as part of the Monash Freeway Upgrade, which is due to be completed in 2022.

However, residents of Affinity Estate, which adjoins O'Shea Road, say they have not been properly consulted about the project, adding "at no time" were made aware of the six-lane proposal.

They have since sent a 352-signature petition outlining their concerns to Casey Council which was reviewed by Casey Council administrator Noelene Duff at council's 5 May meeting.

Ms Duff made a recommendation for council to write to the State Government seeking a commitment on four key points regarding the O'Shea Road project including undertaking a noise impact assessment.

It also asks for "best practice noise mitigation" measures to be applied including low noise pavement treatments, roadway design and signage, replacement tree planting and any "other methods which will assist in reducing noise and visual amenity concerns".

Finally, council will request the State Gov-

Residents of the Affinity Estate in Berwick are strongly opposing a major road project on their Picture: ROB CAREW doorsteps. 204377 ernment to engage with affected residents regarding traffic management planning and offer "sound attenuation treatments" to affected homes.

"In considering the issues at hand I am aware that this does have a long history - that the area was always proposed as a road reservation for an expanded number of lanes," Ms Duff said.

"We are wanting to advocate to the State Government to see some improvements here and will ensure that that letter is sent to the Minister as soon as possible."

According to residents of the estate, which is located behind Eden Rise Shopping Centre, they were dismayed by MRPV's response during a public meeting in January that noise barriers wouldn't be required after being told "the policy doesn't require us to".

MRPV program director Ray Paterson has maintained it has spoken to residents extensively throughout the planning stages of the project, including holding regular information sessions.

"Upgrading O'Shea Road to three lanes in each direction and extending it to join the Beaconsfield interchange is vital for keeping up with the rapid growth of Melbourne's southeast," he said.

"The upgrade will improve traffic flow and travel times and make it easier for local road users to connect directly with the Monash Freeway.

"We will continue to engage with the community and relevant stakeholders throughout the life of the Monash Freeway Upgrade."

However, the chairman of Affinity owner's corporation committee, Michel Suttie, said

while residents were thankful for council's advocacy, they were disappointed a council report stated council was in favour of a six-lane proposal which "will cater for the Casey population more broadly".

He said the project would be akin to the latest upgrade to Thompsons Road in the southeast which he described as a "major freight arterial".

"The State Government, it appears can place six lanes of traffic right up to anyone's back yard without even advising you that they are doing it," he said.

According to Mr Suttie, a section hidden within the documentation of the Minta Farm Stocklands development in Berwick, which is currently under construction, shows the Victorian Planning Authority had provided advice and community feedback for O'Shea Road to consist of four lanes - however, "a 'panel' changed the upgrade to six lanes with no community feedback or consultation".

"If it is thought residents affected are going to slink away and desist, they can think again.

This whole project proposal has been progressed in secret."

In April, works began to locate underground services, such as electricity, gas and water that run alongside Greaves Road and O'Shea Road, between Domain Drive and Soldiers Road - as part of early construction planning and design for O'Shea Road.

Staggered timetable for schools return to ‘normality’

By Brendan Rees

Scarlett attends class at Narre Warren Primary School where teachers rotate on a roster to assist with face-to-face learning. 208775 The school's small staff room would also be impacted, Ms Vandervoort said, with times also to be staggered for staff to access the kitchen.

Cranbourne Secondary College assistant principal of Years 9-10 George Massouris said most students were looking forward to returning to a "traditional school life"."The work to ensure the safety and health of everyone in the school will be a significant challenge," he said.

"The student program has undergone some changes but I believe we are in good shape to return to our normal program".

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Chris Black, principal of St Peter's College, which has campuses in Clyde North and Cranbourne, said students had embraced returning to school after citing a number of challenges with learning from home including social isolation, concentration, motivation and staring a screen for prolonged hours.

"We felt for our senior students in particular so a staggered start I think makes sense from our perspective," he said. "Just getting back some normality back in their schooling is what they're after."

Brendon Quintal is keen to return to school.

The Year 12 St Peter's College student said the "distractions and hurdles" of remote learning was "something to get used to" but overall said it had been a "good experience".

Australian Education Union Victorian branch president Meredith Peace welcomed the staggered return, saying: "We know this has been a challenging time for everyone involved and we'd prefer schools be operating as normal, but our first priority throughout the pandemic has been the health and wellbeing of school staff and students."

Meanwhile, all Victorian school staff will be prioritised for voluntary coronavirus testing for a two-week period from both mobile and fixed testing sites, starting 12 May. This will enable school staff to seek testing during the preparation period before the return to on-site schooling.

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Connie Vandervoort is excited that students will gradually return to class but said big adjustments would need to be made.

"The biggest will be staggering the break times and times students arrive to school and leave at the end of the day for social distancing," the principal of Narre Warren North Primary School said.

State Government school students will begin a phased return to classrooms before the end of May, following advice from Victoria's Chief Health Officer that it is safe for the community to do so.

Years 11 and 12 students will join those in prep, 1 and 2 in returning to school on 26 May. Years 3 to 10 will continue to learn remotely until Tuesday 9 June.

Ms Vandervoort is one of thousands of principals around the state preparing to implement a staggered drop-off system to reduce the number of adults congregating outside the school at any one time.

This includes staggered recess and lunch time breaks to manage the number of students mixing across year levels. Schools will also implement social distancing measures for all adults.

"Parents will initially be asked to not come into the school grounds. We are staggering the drop off and pick up times so that social distancing can occur," Ms Vandervoort said.

cation sector for 34 years, said it was a "bit hard to change" as a result of the pandemic restrictions but supported the measures of the State Government, which he described as "highly effective".

"We have had to adjust many of the external programs, excursions and extra-curricular activities. Our student leaders have been busy devising alternative activities throughout the term," he said.

"The return signals some anxiety in some people but we have been really good at informing our community ahead of time and they have been very supportive of the school throughout."

Hampton Park Secondary College principal Wayne Haworth said the school was looking forward to the "new normal".

But he said remote learning had "empowered" students "to take control of their learning; to be more responsible" as well as building their independence which had been a "really good thing".

"I think this experience has changed education moving forward - the way that technology is being used and facilitated and just the way teachers are obviously being flexible and adapting to this situation."

He said the school would adhere to strict social distancing measures with assemblies conducted "differently" and staff meetings held digitally.

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Online good fit for women Staying connected is the best way to stay healthy and motivated during the Covid-19 crisis.

That is the key piece of advice from BillieJean Wood, the owner of EnVie Fitness for women in Berwick.

Billie-Jean and her staff have been busy since early March reorienting the business online and helping members through this challenging time.

"It has been a massive turn around," said Billie-Jean, who has owned the business for 13 years.

"We are trying to keep our members and staff connected through emails and social media."

"At EnVie Berwick we promote that we are a community, a family - not just a gym. This has shone through with the support we are receiving from the team and members.

"I have great staff who are going above and beyond, working hard to help keep our members connected. We also have very supportive members who want to continue to work out in a safe friendly environment."

Billie-Jean and the other trainers post classes online each day focused on either strength, cardio, stretching, core and Pilates.

They also reach out with advice on general health, nutrition and wellbeing.

"The hardest thing for people at the moment is staying motivated. This cold weather certainly does not help," said Billie-Jean.

"Many of our members are working from home at the moment, and struggling with isolation and home schooling. EnVie Berwick is sometimes their only interaction for the day.

Having said that, our on line group training through Zoom is getting really good attendance.

“Our members are also getting on (Zoom) before class to chat and talk, so it's extra interaction for them as well.

"We've also been trying to keep people connected by setting challenges within groups.

Last month we encouraged gratitude posts."

To prepare for the day when the Enterprise Avenue gym will reopen, Billie-Jean and the staff have been working on new procedures and policies for smooth transition back into the gym, as well as new hand sanitiser stations and extra cleaning equipment.

They have also been sprucing up the gym with new coat of paint and moving equipment in preparation for social distancing.

Whatever happens to the fitness industry because of Covid-19 Billie-Jean's advice will remain the same - "Reach out and stay connected, we are all in this together and here to help".

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Full circle for siblings

By Danielle Kutchel Covid-19 has opened up new opportunities for a passionate brother-sister duo, allowing them to spread their message of mental wellness and community connection further and wider than ever before.

Josh and Eden Carell founded Littlefoot and Company, a creative events and art therapy organisation, almost three years ago from their living room couch.

Originally, they organised monthly spoken word poetry nights at Bunjil Place to give people a place to express themselves creatively.

The nights were incredibly popular, and the duo had plans to find their own art space this year - but those plans were scuppered when Covid-19 hit.

Still keen to facilitate a space for people to engage in art and community connection, the duo made the switch to online with the help of Eden's videographer partner, Jason, and the results have been better than they expected.

They've reached an audience that was previously inaccessible, including those who were unable to make it to Bunjil Place for the inperson events.

People from as far away as America and Spain have submitted videos to the duo's Facebook Live fortnightly spoken word poetry events, while others across Melbourne have felt comfortable enough to film and reveal their talents and passion.

For each session, they invite the public to submit recorded videos of themselves in advance which are then edited into a live-recorded show that Eden and Josh host to the camera, again from their living room.

The end result is a unique online community that supports healthy wellbeing, vulnerability, inclusion and ultimately - a safe space for self-expression.

"When we first discussed the idea of going

Eden and Josh on the couch where it all began. online, we had no idea what we were doing," Josh admits.

"Our goal was to facilitate a safe, supportive

space for performers and the audience.

"It's been great, we've been able to reduce barriers for people to participate."

Budding poets have shared stories of their isolation journeys, and Josh says they've had the privilege of watching friendships form through the pixels.

In addition to spoken word poetry, Littlefoot and Company is offering an online art space on Saturday mornings.

The sessions are interwoven with the principles of art therapy and are led by Eden, who is a qualified art therapist.

The siblings have used the money they saved to buy their own art space to instead buy art supplies to give to those who lack access to them.

During the Saturday morning sessions, Eden provides a theme or directive for participants and encourages them to create their artistic piece.

Participants are able to connect with each other through the chat function on Facebook live, reducing their feelings of isolation.

Art resources are also posted on the Littefoot website for those who can't make the sessions.

Josh says the online events fit right in with their company's ethos.

"Our priority is mental wellness and a safe supportive environemtn, and we're able to still carry that on and give people that space."

It's full circle for the siblings who find themselves back in their living room where it all began - creating a safe space from their couch.

They still hope to find their own art space in future, and dream of providing free art therapy to the community - but Josh says the dream looks a little different now, with perhaps a blend of online and physical sessions to allow them to reach those who need them.

To find out more, visit www.facebook.com/ liitlefootandcompany/ or www.littlefootandcompany.com.au/

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By Brendan Rees It wasn't the perfect launch they had been hoping for but was still one for celebration "just in a different way".

After facing many delays due to Covid-19, the team at Berwick Neighbourhood Centre decided to digitally open the doors of its community garden on Wednesday 13 May - where viewers from home tuned in for a virtual tour.

The centre's community officer Kim Peterson said due to stay-at-home restrictions, they could not hold a public opening.

Instead, three members of the centre gathered quietly under grey clouds to livestream the event to the Berwick Neighbourhood Centre Facebook page - which Ms Peterson said was "positively received by the community".

"People enjoyed the connection through the live feed and look forward to future activities through this forum," she said.

"Many indicated they would like to be involved in the garden as permissible, in accordance with current restrictions."

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"The intention of this garden is to be a site where the community comes together to share ideas, tend to plots, grow fresh produce, be informed through workshops and provide for those in need."

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By Brendan Rees As a volunteer firefighter, Michael Flechsig regularly risks his life to save others, which is all just part of the job.

Mr Flechsig has served with the Country Fire Authority (CFA) for the past 11 years, and as soon as his pager goes off he puts on his fire helmet and joins his team at the Hampton Park fire brigade.

Speaking during National Volunteer Week - the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation's volunteers - Mr Flechsig said "the thought of being able to offer something back to the great community we live in" is what inspired him most.

He said there were "too many" experiences

to list during his service but each was "unique in its own way."

Last year, the 44 year-old received a 10 year service medal. On top of responding to incidents, Mr Flechsi, attends training sessions, meetings and events at the brigade.

Mr Flechsig said he enjoyed the varied challenges that come with the role as an operational member which included responding to fire, road accidents and other incidents where risks are posed to life and/or property During the day, he works as a general manager of a wholesale business in the building industry.

"Luckily I have still been working, as I work in an industry that is considered essential, and the brigade still responds to calls."

Shelter helper Carolyn’s purr-fect companions

By Brendan Rees It's always raining cats and dogs at Carolyn Fields' home!

The RSCPA Pearcedale shelter volunteer has fostered almost 50 animals including guinea pigs, cats, and kittens - and only adopted one.

"Fostering has certainly changed my life," she says. "After 35 years in retail pharmacy, it has been a welcome change of pace and focus, and I feel as though I have accomplished something really special."

National Volunteer Weeks acknowledge the generous contribution people make to the community such as Ms Fields, who says caring for animals "is good for the soul".

"There's nothing quite like the feeling when your timid foster cat - or litter of kittens - come and snuggle down on your lap when you watch TV. "And even though it's always sad to see them go, I feel blessed that I was able to return a content and trusting cat who is impossible not to love," she says.

Ms Fields says she's learnt that animals are "so different" in the home environment, confidently running laps of the house and choosing the softest places to nap.

"That's why every animal I return back to the RSPCA for adoption goes back with a laminated poster showing them relaxing in my home and explaining some of their unique characteristics.

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Carolyn Fields with her fostered cat. and I'm positive it helps potential adopters picture the animal in their own home.

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By Brendan Rees For great-grandmother Sandra Little, offering a warm smile and greeting to anxious patients is the greatest gift.

The 72-year-old has been volunteering at St John of God Berwick Hospital for the past three-a-half years and says she "loves every minute of it".

Whether it be making a cuppa, helping people with directions or simply having a chat to people, Ms Little enjoys the varied work.

National Volunteer Week from 18-24 May celebrates the immense contribution volunteers make to the community such as Ms Little who spends two days a week every fortnight talking to patients and boosting their emotional wellbeing.

"It's very rewarding because you feel that you're putting people at ease and you get to meet people as well," she said.

"We've even taken people down to find their car in the carpark.

"They're very grateful for the help they receive."

However, Ms Little, who used to work as a cleaner for 20-and-half years for the old Berwick Hospital, has sadly had her volunteering commitments put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.

"Many of our volunteers are seniors; they didn't want to compromise our health," she said.

Ms Little is crossing her fingers she'll be able to return soon: "It is hard and looking forward to when I can go back actually, I miss the people."

Sandra Little has been recognised during National Volunteer Week. 208704 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Like many, the Pakenham resident has been cooped up at home during the lockdown but has kept herself busy with various activities including baking, solving crosswords, reading, and watching television.

But her most joyous moment came when she was able to finally hug her one-and-halfyear-old great grandson and grandchildren aged 17 and 21 as well as her adult son who dropped in from Churchill after restrictions were eased in Victoria.

"It was lovely."

Proud to serve in orange

By Brendan Rees For Bryce Wickham, serving as a member of the Narre Warren State Emergency Service unit gives him a great sense of pride.

"It's a great feeling to be a part of a community and to help those who are in need; especially people who are more vulnerable than others," the 29-year-old said.

Mr Wickham is among thousands of Australians who are being celebrated as part of National Volunteer Week from 18-24 May, which highlights the selfless acts of service by volunteers to support the community.

Since joining the SES in 2010 at the Maroondah SES unit before transferring to Narre Warren in 2018, Mr Wickham says he loves the varied challenges that come with the role whether it be trudging through floods, removing hazardous tree or climbing onto rooftops during severe storms.

"Being a volunteer with the SES definitely opens your eyes to many things - good and bad - but I wouldn't change a minute of it," he said.

"While training as a duty officer earlier this year, we received a call that an elderly person with possible dementia had gone missing.

"My role was to organise crews from our unit and the surrounding units to assist Victoria Police in the search. Thankfully, the person was found alive and well. While watching the story being told on the news the next day, I felt incredibly proud of the role I played and also proud of my SES family."

During his service, Mr Wickham has been awarded a five years' service medal and probationary member of the year award.

He has also been deployed twice to New South Wales including assisting towns in the midst of a bushfire crisis during the summer of 2015-16 and the other in 2015, when he was part of taskforce Delta that assisted SES New South Wales after floods ripped through the region.

When not volunteering, Mr Wickham usually works as a ramp handler at Melbourne

Bryce Wickham with former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, who dropped in for a visit at Maroondah SES unit.

Airport, however, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, he was stood down and has been actively looking for work.

"What has kept me sane and given me purpose, is the fact that I've been able to increase my volunteer activities within the SES. I'm just waiting for when I can go back to work.

"Hopefully, it won't be too much longer."

Meanwhile, with the stay-at-restrictions in place, Mr Wickham says the unit's face-to-face training has been swapped for online meetings and training.

"No matter the time - yes, it can be 4am when we've just got back to the unit after a job - we wipe down the vehicles and any equipment used, this ensures the safety of the next team who are called out on a job."

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By Andrew Cantwell Casey City has laid out its draft budget for the coming year and is seeking public feedback until Wednesday 3 June.

For residents, it’s an opportunity to give feedback on spending priorities and the general direction of the council, and for community groups it’s a golden opportunity to have pet projects noticed.

But the process of making a submission on the budget comes with a warning - don’t expect your submission to have an impact on this year’s budget.

A brief review of Casey’s budget meetings over the past few years shows no changes made to the final budgets after considering public submissions.

But here’s why it’s worth making a submission.

Your project will be noticed.

As an example, the Berwick Little Athletics Club, the second largest in Victoria after Geelong’s, last year made a submission at budget time for upgrades at Edwin Flack Reserve.

The request was one of several put forward by public groups at a special budget meeting in June of last year.

The Little Aths group request didn’t make it into last year’s final budget.

But this year’s draft budget includes a tidy sum of $100,000 for upgrades at the Edwin Flack Reserve.

Most of the other requests were noted and have probably already been planned into future works. Significantly, some had already been included.

The city’s budget process is ongoing. Documents released with the draft budget show likely expenditure for the next 10 years.

But making a submission, groups and individuals can help ensure the council’s future spending priorities line up with community priorities and expectations.

The city’s draft budget each year is no doubt a month’s long effort to consider and balance needs in each Ward and across the municipality.

It’s probably unreasonable to expect it to be changed by a public wish-list at the last minute.

But for those willing to be patient and participate in the process it has its rewards.

Submissions can be made in three ways: through the Casey Conversations website; by mail addressed to the CEO at PO Box 1000, Narre Warren 3805; or by email to the CEO at caseycc@casey.vic.gov.au Submissions should include a statement that explains why a particular why a particular item, topic or proposal should be considered and how the draft budget may affect that.

Those wishing to speak in support of their submissions should indicate their willingness in their submissions.

The special meeting to consider public submissions will be held on Tuesday 9 June.

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Heel and arch pain are extremely common, yet there is much misinformation about these conditions, often leading to a misdiagnosis of plantar fasciitis.

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Dr Dowie said most heel and foot arch pain occurs when the plantar fascia (connective tissues running along the bottom of the foot), becomes overloaded, resulting in degeneration of the tissues and/or irritation of the nerves.

Although there may be some accompanied inflammation, these are not inflammatory conditions in nature, so are not pure Plantar Fasciitis and should not be treated as such.

"Most heel and arch pain is a result of faulty foot function or lower limb biomechanics, associated with environmental factors, and that is what needs to be treated - not inflammation," Dr Dowie explained.

“If tissue degeneration is treated as an inflammatory condition such as plantar fasciitis, you run the risk of receiving ineffective treatment along with the possibility of further tissue damage. Degenerative and inflammatory conditions require very different treatment, so they must be diagnosed and treated correctly."

Plantar Fasciitis is often misdiagnosed when tissue thickening evident on diagnostic scans is misinterpreted as inflammation. Antiinflammatory treatments and cortisone are often incorrectly prescribed, which can result in a worsening of your condition.

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Joy is a new option for maternity care at St John of God Berwick Hospital, a hospital which now has two maternity models for patients to choose from. In addition to the Joy package, patients can still choose their own obstetrician with the traditional maternity care package.

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Joy enables patients to save money by providing a collaborative model of care, where patients will be seen by a whole team of specialist obstetricians and midwives, rather than just one doctor. Joy patients will be cared for and monitored by the rostered obstetrician at each of their appointments and at the birth of their baby. Each of these obstetricians is a joy- compassionate, highly trained and experienced.

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People return to sports

By Brendan Rees Sports enthusiasts have lapped up some late autumn warmth after hitting the fairways, courts, fishing spots and outdoor boot camps from Wednesday 13 May following months in isolation.

With the first stage of Covid-19 restrictions easing across the state, Casey residents headed out to their favourite leisure activities for the first time in months as some recreation facilities reopened across the state - as new rules allowed up to 10 people to gather in groups.

Head of tennis coach of Set 4 Tennis Alison Miller, who runs lessons at Berwick Tennis Club, said some of the juniors had been "itching to get out" on the court.

"It's awesome ... all the coaches were just so excited to get back on court and see the children they coach," she said as sessions returned to court on Monday 18 May with term two coaching to begin next week.

"We've been texting and ringing all our clients to see if they want to come back.

"Tennis is ideal in that we can have two children up at each end spaced on a court and they're not in physical contact. We're hand sanitising on each exit to the court," Ms Miller said.

"It's a way to get them out in fresh air and to see some other children," she said, adding the club was opened five nights a week for student lessons.

Lochy Burke, owner of Personal Performance Training Centre in Berwick, who held a boot camp session under blue skies on Monday 18 May, said members had been "jumping out of their skin to get back in training".

"We're going to come back bigger and better than ever," he said.

Mr Burke said the club had attracted "a lot more members" during the lockdown period time and he was looking at the possibility of

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"We've really been able to exceed in this time; our online program has just increased and gone through the roof.

"We've grown a lot as a business ... the message out there to the community would

be hang in tight guys, I believe it won' be too much longer."

Cranbourne Golf Club general manager Cameron Mott said it was great to see the club's "smiling faces" return to the fairways.

"The thirst for golf is as good as it's ever

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"Even though there are some restrictions in place which we're monitoring closely, the golfers are all very excited to be back on the course."

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Berwick’s belter Berwick's intensity from the opening bounce until the final siren simply can't be matched.

Their premiership victory against Narre Warren on Saturday - giving the club back-toback flags for just the second time in club history - was intense, finals footy laced with the right amount of class.

After a third premiership in four years, the word 'dynasty' is deservingly being bandied around, and for good reason.

The club has a stranglehold over the southeast region - they're relentless, driven by success and are always chasing their next challenge. It's the cornerstone of all successful sporting clubs.

While the weather may have been arctic in their 51-point win over Narre Warren, the Wickers put in a magical performance befitting of a champion team in the midst of a golden era.

From the superstar Travis Tuck, who came to the club with a high expectation that has

now culminated with a best on ground medal in a grand final, to their champion skipper Madi Andrews, dynamic forward Harry Money, gun midfielder Bryce Rutherford and reliable defenders Jo West and Michael Riseley, the Wickers possess remarkable star power.

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Popular parks open again

By Mitchell Clarke Two popular council facilities will reopen to the public, providing some much needed welcome news to the community.

Cardinia Shire Council announced that the closure of Mount Cannibal Flora and Fauna Reserve and Emerald Lake Park will be lifted in line with the State Government's announcement to gradually ease Covid-19 restrictions.

Emerald Lake Park was reopened to visitors from Wednesday 13 May, while Mount Cannibal opened for exercise from Saturday 16 May. It's not quite a complete return to normality just yet, with the council forced to introduce a one-way only walking track, as new directional

signage will be installed throughout the park.

Cardinia Shire Council mayor Jeff Springfield said visitors must continue to maintain a physical distance of 1.5 metres and will need to stay on the track at all times.

In line with State Government advice, people must not gather at the parks in groups of more than 10 people.

"I encourage everyone to continue doing the right thing by following the gathering and physical distancing rules while out and about to help protect yourself and others," Cr Springfield said. "Please continue to stay safe, take care, and look after yourselves and others."

Signage will also be implemented through-

out Emerald Lake Park to ensure visitors are following gathering guidelines.

The park's playgrounds, barbecues and outdoor gym equipment remain closed, as do the paddle boats, model railway and the Emerald Museum. Nobelius Heritage Park is open to the public.

Casual bookings for weddings, funerals and gatherings in council outdoor spaces and recreation reserves can now be made, provided they meet State Government guidelines.

Cardinia Shire Council was pleased to make the announcement that the "highly valued" space would be reopened to the public, Cr Springfield said.

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The free webinar, titled ‘Energy Simplified’, will be held on Tuesday 26 May from 6.30pm8.30pm and is supported by Cardinia Communities for Children.

Communities for Children is a program of Anglicare Victoria that primarily works with families and children up to 12.

The organisation has heard from linked practitioners and families in recent weeks about concerns around paying for energy and grocery bills and is keen to offer assistance where it can.

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The webinar will help people learn how to understand their bills to reduce costs.

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and stay comfortable in the home,” said Mr Barratt.

Cindy-Lee Harper, project coordinator at Cardinia Communities for Children, said the webinar would be ideal for anyone who is struggling with their energy bills.

“It is amazing how much information is in the actual bill and where you can find infor-

mation on that bill to benefit you. Knowing how to approach companies to get discounts is great information to have and families will benefit,” she said.

The webinar will be followed by time for questions to be asked, and Communities for Children will follow up any unanswered questions.

The presentation slides will also be sent to all those who register.

Communities for Children is also sending out information packs to interested residents, containing step by step instructions on getting the best from your bills.

“Individuals and families, no matter where they’re from, can get more energy from their bill,” Ms Harper said.

To register for Energy Simplified, visit https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/energy-simplified-community-webinar-tickets-102143826936

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It’s got the lot this prime lifestyle parcel within minutes of schools, shopping & transport while providing you with the benefits of small acreage (6 Acres). Situated on a bitumen road with mains water is this 45 square family home that enjoys large living spaces, stone benches, 4 great sized bedrooms with WIR & FES to main. There’s lots more – large alfresco area, IG Pool solar heated & self cleaning, 60 X 40 high clearance shed, 30 X 20 shed, double garage, solar system, tank water, house/animal shelter & ideal hardstand area. Opportunity, location and privacy all in one package – make time to inspect.

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ENJOY FINANCIAL SECURITY AT AVIVA MOST of our lives we dream of a time when we can enjoy less responsibility. Less time doing the tasks we have to do and more time doing the things we actually want to do.

For most of us financial security is the key to experiencing this freedom and that’s why we work so hard to make sure we are in the best financial shape possible when we retire or are approaching retirement.

Downsizing is a great way to enhance financial security because in most cases the price you get for your larger old family home is a lot more than you pay for your new home. The result? Some cash in the bank.

Aviva Communities in Officer offers people 55+ the opportunity to downsize to a

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Aviva Communities Officer is a land lease community where you own your home and lease the land on which it sits by a Weekly Site Fee. If you are eligible for the pension most people are able to access Government Rental Assistance which reduces the Weekly Site Fee. Financially living in a community like Aviva Officer makes a lot of sense because: · You pay no stamp duty on the purchase · You pay no council rates each year

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· We include your household power costs as a benefit of living in the community – so no more gas and electricity bills · Insurance costs are a lot less – recent research showed our homeowners saved between $350 $560 dollars a year Homes at Aviva Officer start from $389,000. You can inspect one of the six displays in safety by private appointment at 34 McMullen Road, Officer. If you want to find out how it all works call downsizing specialist Jackie on 1800 961 585 or visit the website on avivacommunities.com.au ●

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Former Star News sports editor Brad 'Tangles' Kinsbury celebrates a winner at Caulfield.

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Oceanex won the Andrew Ramsden at Flemington.

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It’s Tangles’ Cup quest Former Star News sports editor Brad ‘Tangles’ Kingsbury is on the cusp of realising a sporting dream.

Kingsbury has a share in promising stayer Oceanex, who won her way into the $8 million Lexus Melbourne Cup by winning Saturday’s Andrew Ramsden Handicap at Flemington.

He and fellow coterie members at the Bonbeach Football Club own a five per cent share in the four-year-old mare, trained by Mick Price and Michael Kent junior.

The $70,000 purchase is now rated a 26-1 chance to win Australia’s most famous race on Tuesday 3 November.

“We’ve only got a five per cent share between us, but that’s not the point,” Kingsbury said. “We are all part of the journey. We get all the emails from the trainers and now we’ve got a runner in the Melbourne Cup. It’s unbelievable.”

Kingsbury is a life member at Bonbeach, having played and coached there for years.

Given there are no patrons allowed at the races, he watched Saturday’s race with a few other members of the syndicate in a bar at his new Chelsea home.

The syndicate kicked off in 2018 at the suggestion of Steve Cochrane, another racing tragic at the club.

“I have had horses before, but a lot of these

blokes have never been involved before. It’s great.”

One of Kingsbury’s first forays into racehorse ownership was Ace Kingdom, trained out of Pakenham by Chris Vilcins, who won four races at Pakenham and Bairnsdale. Others in the ownership included Star News Group managing director Paul Thomas, group editor Garry Howe, former journalist Megan McNaught (now Gomez) and payroll clerk Karen Tivendale.

Kingsbury explained that he has had a lifelong interest in racing.

“I reckon I’ve been betting since I was 15 and have been in horses since about 1999.”

He said the Melbourne Cup campaign wasn’t

really on the cards for Oceanex, who had not really been given a staying preparation.

“This was never her aim,” he explained.

“We were going for the Doomben Cup. After she won the Matriarch last year we set her for the autumn, with two races in Sydney and then on to Queensland.

“She had a couple of ordinary runs in Sydney, but they rearranged the program in Queensland so we brought her back down here.”

On 2 May she won the Port Adelaide Cup at Morphettville - “she gave Sopressa wind-burn” was Kingsbury’s assessment - and then won the Andrew Ramsden, earning her a spell and a spring campaign in Melbourne.

The off-field football news continues in the south east By sports editor Russell Bennett Serious questions are being asked throughout community football and netball after the removal of the second local AFL Victoria regional commission in almost exactly a year.

The AFL Gippsland commission was unceremoniously dumped on 14 May last year, and on 8 May this year a decision was announced to “restructure football governance” in the AFL South East region, through the removal of its commission.

A letter, seen by the Star News, sent recently

by Richard Black - the head of South Eastern Victoria, who oversees both AFL Gippsland and AFL South East - said: “Effective from today (8 May), the AFL South East commission has been restructured with the majority of its former members transitioning to an advisory committee, which a Terms of Reference is be-

ing finalised with further information to follow in due course.

“This has seen changes to the commission structure, including AFL Victoria having representation on the AFL South East commission.

This will allow AFL Victoria to provide greater support and investment into the region for the future.

“The advisory committee will assist the AFL South East commission by providing expert advice and guidance to football and netball decisions and issues. It will also continue to work with local leagues, presidents, and clubs to ensure that our sports are accessible to all and placed in the best position to grow and thrive”.

The AFL South East commission included chairman Roger Hampson, and commissioners Molina Asthana, Doug Bailey, Fraser Bayne, Scott Grimster, Russell Jacgung, Anita

Jonceski, Paul Theobald, Ted Turner, and Peter Wakeling.

AFL South East executives, including Richard Black, were asked a series of questions by the Star News about a week ago. These questions echoed those that are being asked right throughout the local football and netball community.

To this point, the Star News is yet to receive an answer to the following: Why was the AFL South East commission removed?

What makes AFL South East well-equipped enough to handle the region’s operations moving forward?

Is there enough of a separation of powers between both AFL South East and AFL Gippsland, and AFL Victoria - given the commissions of both have been dumped? Some

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What is AFL South East’s plan for the South East Juniors (SEJ), given so many of its clubs are now intertwined with the Southern Football Netball League (SFNL), AFL Outer East, and even the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC)?

What will the relationship be between AFL Gippsland and AFL South East moving forward, given how massive the combined (South Eastern Victoria) area is and how many clubs are involved?

Could the SEJ potentially leave AFL South East?

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Return to training is within the reach of local clubs

By Russell Bennett and Nick Creely The path forward has become a little clearer for community football and netball clubs with AFL Victoria providing an update on the return to training.

A memo sent by the AFL's Head of Community Football Victoria, Stephen O'Donohue, to the AFL Victoria affiliates on Saturday - and seen by the Star News - outlines a nominated return to training date of next Monday, 25 May. "Returning to play in a safe, hygienic and controlled manner is paramount to the AFL," the memo read.

"The safety and wellbeing of our participants is our number one priority. As such, our return to play strategy has been focused on ensuring we have the clear endorsement of State Government and public health officials at every phase of return."

In the memo, O'Donohue states the timing of May 25 allows for the opportunity to communicate AFL Victoria's protocols with leagues and allow volunteers and clubs time to digest the protocols, go through an education period, and prepare themselves ahead of returning to club-sanctioned training.

The 'return to train' protocols for community football in Victoria include: Training to resume in groups of up to 10 people. The group of 10 does not include a

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coach or the minimum number of support staff who are reasonably required to manage the activity.

Two groups of 10 can utilise the same oval, provided they do not operate closely together, and the oval is split into two zones.

Berwick Springs senior coach Rodney Benstead said for his club - which plays in the AFL Outer East competition - there's still a lot of uncertainty around the situation.

"It's a bit unknown still - a lot of our players have running programs and are working hard," he said.

"We're waiting on the league to see how it looks.

"The big question is the crowds and the process of match day for us, and how that works with netball."

Benstead said his club is keen to start back training, but, again, there's still "a bit of the unknown" about it.

"Groups are meeting up now, and doing a bit of skill work - we'll meet and map out a road to where we need to be.

"I guess every club will be pretty keen we're no different.

"We've been connected right through this.

We want to be positive, and be optimistic.

"For everyone's health and wellbeing, it's just good to go outside - to see kids out kicking the footy is great. It's what it's all about."

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been won by some of the greatest greyhounds to grace the track, including hall of famers Bogie Leigh, Paua To Burn and Xylia Allen; Melbourne Cup winner Betty’s Angel, and Greyhound of the Year Cindeen Shelby.

Three heats of the Group 1 Harrison-Dawson - for male greyhounds - were also run on the night. While series favourites Simon Told Helen and Tiggerlong Tonk won their way through to the final today (21 May), it was Jax Bale which qualified fastest with a stunning 29.136 gallop - the third fastest time recorded at Sandown Park so far in 2020.

A bridesmaid no more - Black Opium claimed a famous Sapphire Crown victory for handler Seona Thompson (pictured) and trainer, her husband Jason.

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The brilliant Black Opium finally shed her bridesmaid tag with victory in the Group 1 Sapphire Crown at Sandown Park last Thursday night.

A firm favourite throughout the series, Black Opium was made to work hard for the win after only beginning fairly and settling third behind Aston Silk and Spring Fair through the first turn.

But Black Opium swept past Spring Fair down the back straight and set off in pursuit of her kennelmate, switching to the rails as they swung for home and powering to the line for a three-quarter length victory in 29.57, much to the relief of handler, the Pearcedale-based Seona Thompson.

“She’s finally done it!” she said after Black Opium finally broke through at the highest level of the sport at her seventh attempt.

“It kind of went how we thought. Jason (Thompson, Seona’s husband) had been saying all week that Aston Silk might spoil the party, and when I saw her lead and ‘Sarah’ miss the kick I thought she might. Aston Silk is a magnificent little greyhound, she’s still only young so to run second in a Group 1, I’m sure

Ray (Borda, owner) would be thrilled.”

“But ‘Sarah’ did everything right. She railed through and that’s something that we’ve really noticed this preparation - that she is coming from behind and it’s something she wasn’t doing before.”

The win was her 25th from 49 career starts and took her prize money beyond $500,000.

Most significantly, it was her first feature race win - remarkable when one thinks that it was 18 months ago when she ran second in the TAB Melbourne Cup. So with a group race win finally on her CV, what’s next for Black Opium?

“We haven’t really planned anything, but she’ll keep racing for as long as she wants to and if she’s still around later in the year we might try again for the Melbourne Cup - who knows,” Thompson said.

“She’ll tell us when she’s had enough but right now, she’s showing how much she wants to be out there.”

The win was trainer Jason Thompson’s 10th Group 1 victory at Sandown Park and second Sapphire Crown success, following Peggy May’s 2012 win.

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