Midland Express Tuesday 16 May 2023

Over the recent Easter weekend –Victoria'scoldest for 80 years –four emergency services personnel from the Macedon Ranges embarked on athree-day,two-night ascent of the state'shighest peak, Mount Bogong.

The hike was organised by 'First Responders Trek for Health', anot-for-profit organisation focusing on the physical and mental wellbeing of emergency services personnel, which was formed in late 2019 by members of the Woodend SES Unit.

Founding member Kevin Mcnair said the group facilitated participation in outdoor activities to increase and

maintain physical fitness and contribute to the improvement of robust mental health.

"Currently we primarily use hiking, but we will be introducing walking and the use of assisted mobility devices next year when the organisation is in aposition to do so. This is an all-inclusive program," Kevin said.

"Participants have the opportunity to connect with people from various backgrounds and form positive relationships.

"They build asense of belonging and self-worth and provide and receive support, and share their positive

peacein peeaace in wilderness

experiences with others.

"As well as discovering the unbounded beauty and serenity of our country and the wilderness."

Joining Kevin on this latest hike were members of the SES, police and Ambulance Victoria –Matt, David and Dayne.

"Wewould be joined on the first night by ayoung solo hiker named Marcus, an outstanding young man who decided to join our quest, and so we became five," Kevin said.

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Easter trek participants Matt, David, Dayne and Kevin.

‘Satellite city’ approved

It'sbeen dubbed a"reincarnation" of a past failure, now "a satellite city", but arevised development plan for Harpers Lane is expected to progress.

Last week, Macedon Ranges Shire councillors voted 5-3 to approve a65-lot residential development with extensive conditions for the 24-hectare Kyneton South site.

VCATand council rejected the initial 87-lot subdivision for the site, which had strong community opposition.

The VCATmember said lot size and density were not contextually responsive to the features of the site, including its topography and its rural character context.

Discussing revised plans last week, Cr Janet Pearce said an in-depth report showed careful consideration by planning officers.

New plans show 23 lots would be greater than 3000m in size, with the remaining 42 lots proposed to be between 2000m and 3000m in size.

Cr Pearce said there had been alot comparison made to the nearby Tilwinda Views with larger lot sizes. She said Tilwinda began development in 2003 and requirements had changed since that time.

"This has been zoned low-density residential for at least 20 years. We know

that it was initially a4000m2 minimum lot size subdivision but, whether we like it or not, this was changed by the minister back in 2007 and we must work to the current policy.Thatisa minimum of 2000m2 is allowed because of the sewerage connection," she said.

"Although many people may have hoped for larger lot sizes for this application, if you consider the past VCAT decision and the current planning scheme conditions for the zone, that is what we must work with and Ibelieve the officers have worked very hard to do that."

Cr Pearce highlighted important conditions including the reduction of lots, placement of larger lots around the perimeter, an extra retarding basin, reduced cut and fill, changes to building envelopes, height restrictions and footpaths.

Cr Annette Death agreed there were clear VCATrecommendations that planning officers had built into the extensive conditions.

"I think there are very strong planning grounds that this application should proceed," she said.

However,not all were convinced the application hit the mark, including some neighbouring objectors.

Cr Jennifer Anderson argued not

enough had changed to make the plan fit with its surrounds. "What VCATwas looking for was more space around this new development so that it didn't stand out starkly in that open rural landscape," she said.

"They wanted it to have abetter relationship with the surrounding rural zones of the Rural Living Zone and Farm Zone. In my opinion, Idon't think it responds enough.

"I still feel this is an overdevelopment of the site. This is achallenging location but, for me, it'sreally important that we keep that rural character and landscape."

Cr Anne Moore also felt the proposal didn't fit with its surrounds. Shewanted to see the plans reduced by afurther 15-20 lots.

"I can't support this little satellite city sitting amongst Rural Living and Farming Zone," she said.

When it came to the vote,adivision recorded those in favour of the development'sapproval were Crs Death, West, Bonanno,Pearce and Neil. Those against were Crs Anderson, Moore andGuthrie. Cr Mark Ridgeway did notenter debate/ vote dueto aconflict of interest.

The applicant has the right to appeal the conditions and decision at VCAT.

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Mozart’sRequiem at Macedon

Local music lovers can look forward to the performance of the celebrated Mozart Requiem by the highly acclaimed Australian Chamber Choir directed by Douglas Lawrence at the Church of the Resurrection, Macedon on Saturday May 20 at 3pm.

The performance will showcase talented young soprano Elspeth Bawden, now aresident of Kyneton.

Adistinctive feature of this performance will be the inclusion of two basset horns (the only two in Victoria). Arelatively new instrument in Mozart’s lifetime, the basset horn held much appeal for him, featuring also in operas and works for basset horn ensemble. Its presence is keenly felt in the opening bars of the Requiem, where it contributes to a haunting and emotionally charged entrée into the work. The basset horn is not unlike the clarinet, but with agreater extensive lower range and aunique sound.

The Requiem was Mozart’s last composition and was far from complete on his death in December 1791. Knowledge pertaining to the compositional and early performance history of the work abounds with uncertainties and some remarkable facts. For example, the patron, Count von Walsegg, who had commissioned the Requiem,had the work performed as part of amemorial service for his late wife in Vienna in December 1793. On this occasion the score bore his name 'Fr. C(omte) de Wallsegg' as the composer!

The program also features the much-loved Ave verum corpus,also composed by the terminally ill Mozart in 1791.

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Council news

Thank youfor your generosity, volunteers

This week is National Volunteer Week, andwe’dliketothank our amazing volunteers who do so much forthe community

Volunteers have aprofound impact on thelives of others. They welcomevisitors to theregion, drivebuses, serve meals, keep senior residents company, look after community centres, care forour natural environment, and so much more.

Find out whatvolunteer opportunities areavailable near youat www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/volunteer

Employment opportunities

Maternal and Child Health Nurse –Team Leader –part time

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday22May 2023

CreativeIndustries Officer – parttime Youth Activities Support Officer –part time Applications close at 9.00am on Monday29May 2023

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Upcoming Council meeting

ThenextCouncil meeting is at 6.30pmonTuesday 16 May. Watchthe livestream at youtube.com/c/MountAlexanderShireCouncil.

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Dreamtime stories to launchatBuda

Jade Jungwirth

Launching tomorrow at Buda Castlemaine, Mooie's Stories is anew and beautifully illustrated children's book of Djarra Country Dreamtime (Malamiyayu Gurang) stories written and illustrated by Aunty Ros Dodson.

Aunty Ros is adescendant of the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples of Victoria. She grew up on Djarra Country in Campbells Creek, the youngest of 14 children, she was known to her family as Whela (possum). Upon having her own children she became known as BurWela (mother possum).

The four stories (kiki) told in the book are stories that BurWhela grew up listening to. Stories told to her by her mother,Mooie, who had heard them from her mother, who heard them from her mother before and her mother before that. They are Dja Dja Wurrung Ancestors' stories about how Wabbee, the freshwater crayfish, get its bright red spots? Why does Wehla, the ringtail possum, have acurly tail? How were Waripi Yaluk, the backwaters of Bulatjal Yaluk Woodlar,the Loddon River, formed? Why does Yern, the moon, light up the night sky? Bunjil, the all-powerful, knows the answers.

BurWhela’swords and images bring to vivid life these stories of her Ngurar Gurrk, her Ancestors, from Djandak, the Country of the Loddon River of central Victoria.

"These are stories that have influenced and taught me and in turn, Ihave taught them to my grandchildren. Writing this book is away to honour my mother and our ancestors, the females and matriarchs," BurWela said.

"My mother would be extremely proud to have these stories told. She lived in extremely challenging times. She had 14 children and she worked to help sustain us. She was always sharing culture through storytelling, going to the grandkids' schools whenever possible.

"Our storytelling teaches how to live in harmony,how to care for and preserve the land and all living on it. It is lore for living."

Mooie's Stories,published by Aboriginal Studies Press, will launch on Wednesday May 17 from 4.30pm-6pm at The Buda Garden Room 42 Hunter Street Castlemaine RSVP by scanning the QR code or purchase Mooie'sStories at shop.aiatsis. gov.au/products/mooies-stories

Talented Kyneton soprano Elspeth Bawden.

Aunty RosDodson,known as BurWela (mother possum), is launching her children’s book of four illustrated Dreamtime stories.

Finding peace in wilderness

From page 1.

"This trek was amulti-purpose event to test the feasibility of an extended time in the wilderness under challenging conditions with potentially one or more members with fatigue and or PTSD.

"Over those three days and two nights the mountain certainly delivered avariety of elements to the exercise, rain, gale force winds, ice, snow,subzero temperatures and leeches.

"It was aresounding success with avery positive outcome."

This November the group will undertake its most comprehensive exercise to date –a 92-kilometre trek with agroup of six to eight participants. The groups are kept small to maintain the integrity and preservation of national parks.

"Wewill be trekking the South Coast Track Tasmania, aworld-heritage protected area and one of the great wilderness treks in the world," Kevin said.

"It'svirtually untouched and pristine, it incorporates native forest, two mountain ranges, expansive button grass plains, boggy moors, river crossings and coastal areas.

"Wewill fly into aremote airfield at Melaleuca and finish at Cockle Creek, aworthy challenge on anumber of levels.

"I would like to personally thank everyone who has shown an interest and belief in what we are doing as well as the hiking groups."

For information on First Responders Trek for Health or how you can become involved, email firstresponderstfh@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page, 'First Responders Trek for Health'.

Savings on cheaper fares

The state'sregional fare cap has seen V/Line travellers save more than $4 million since it was introduced on March 31.

More than 1.5 million people used public transport across regional Victoria in the first month of the new fairer fares, including more than 210,000 passengers on Bendigo line. V/Line patronage data shows more passengers are taking advantage of cheaper fares to travel to and from major events like the Grand Prix and AFL matches, as well as tourism destinations across Victoria, with an uplift in patronage on weekend and special services. Daily fares are now capped at the current metropolitan fare of $9.20 or $4.60 concession, while on weekends or public holidays, fares are capped at $6.70 for afull fare of $3.35 for concession per day

First Responders Trek for Health members reach the summit of Mount Bogong.

Growth area plan forGisborne

Aproposal for anew commercial development at Gisborne include asmall supermarket, a medical centre, office and two cafés, along with 57 car parking spaces.

The application seeks to rezone vacant residential land at 101-105 Willowbank Road to acommercial zone to provide services for agrowth area.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council earmarked the area for such adevelopment back in 2009 and is now seeking community feedback on the combined planning scheme amendment and planning application.

Enjoythe club’s hospitality

Kyneton Aero Club is hosting aBiggest Morning Teafundraiser on Saturday May 27 at the Kyneton Airfield.

Community members are invited to go along and enjoy the club'shospitality while you make adonation to the Cancer Council.

Delicious food and choice leaf teas are on offer from 10.30am to 1pm.

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The airfield is located at 1503 Kyneton-Metcalfe Road.

Benetasplans progress

Amy Hume

Plans for aBenetas retirement village in Gisborne will progress forland earmarked for afuture hospital.

The three-storey facility is proposed for the corner of Neal, Robertson and Hamilton streets nearby services at the town'scentre.

Last week Macedon Ranges Shire councillors were forced to weigh up the likelihood of ahospital forthe site,demand for aged care andthe appropriateness of the development. Pushingfor the plans to be released for communityfeedback, Cr Dominic Bonanno said the proposal was "welcomed and much-needed".

"Gisborne has acritical shortage of residential aged-care accommodation," he said.

"Thecovenant, created in the 1980s, currently restricts theland to be used for the purposes of only ahospital, nursing home or similar use, butthings havechanged since then. Gisborne is notgetting ahospital in the foreseeable future.

"In my opinion, having an integratedretirement village and aged-care facility close to healthcarefacilities in town is the next best thing."

Cr Bonanno said the developmentwas expected to cost$30 million and also bring an additional $30M in jobs and boosts to the economy through local spend.

Cr JanetPearce agreedthe reality of Gisborne getting ahospital was "very unlikely".

"Wealreadyhave ahospital in the shire and thereare many other areaswith huge

growth that arefacingchallenges in getting hospitals," she said.

"The main issue hereisthat we know the projected growth for ourseniors and for this stage in population havingthis option with these services co-locatedwould be of benefit."

Crs GeoffNeil, Bill West and Mark Ridgeway also spoke in favour of putting the plan out to the community for feedback,inline with planning officerrecommendation.

Whilecouncillors understood benefits of the proposaland thepressing need for such aservice, somestill held reservations.

Cr Rob Guthrie held strong concerns aboutoverdevelopmentofthe site,neighbourhood character,and functionality for purpose as athree-storey build.

"It is just too bulky andanoverdevelopment of aconstrained site. What Isuggest is relocating it to asuitably sized siteto accommodate what theapplicant wants," he said.

Cr Anderson acknowledged thesomeof the benefits of such aservice but echoed Cr Guthrie's concernsaboutoverdevelopment of the site

"Looking at this now,Ifeel it'sprobably an overdevelopment but,certainly,Iwill keep an openmind to listen to community members and anyfeedback we get," shesaid.

Themotionpassed in a6-3 vote. Those to vote against the motion were CrsAnderson, Guthrieand Moore.

Documents will now be prepared for exhibition and community feedback sought for stage three of a10-stage process.

MRSC'sdirector of planning andenvironment, Rebecca Stockfeld, said the proposed development would prioritise active transport such as walking and cycling. She said this would enable residents to more easily access basic shopping needs and reduce car dependency

“A commercial offering has been along-term strategic vision

for this area,” Ms Stockfeld said. “Having localised options will help service the needs of the growing population, complementing what Gisborne’stown centre currently provides.”

Existing services in the area include physiotherapy and osteopathy clinics and an early learning centre.

Sustainable features within the application include onsite power generation throughrooftop solar, use of recycled materials, storm water capture and retention, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Plans for the proposal can be viewed online at: mrsc.vic.gov.au/ your-say or in-person at MRSC’s Gisborne and Kyneton service centres. Submissions close on June 13.

MRSC will consider all submissions received and appoint an independent Planning Panel if necessary,with afinal decision regarding the amendment to be made by the Minister for Planning.

Number of fines ‘disappointing’

Macedon Ranges Shire Council issued 898 infringements across Macedon and Mount Macedon during the busiest Autumn Festival yet.

This year's event attracted an unprecedented number of tourists to Honour Avenue and residents have described it as the most "chaotic" year for traffic and crowds.

MRSC's director of planning and environment, Rebecca Stockfeld, said the volume of infringements issued to people not obeying local laws was disappointing.

“Issuing such alarge number of fines –most of which relate to parking infringements –is disappointing and frustrating for our local laws officers," she said.

"The signs are clear and are there to best manage the mix of visitation, our residents and pedestrian safety.”

Local laws officers issued the fines between April 1and April 30 with the majority (85 per cent) for people stopping in anostopping area.

Other common infringements included parking not facing direction of travel (37), stopping within 10 metres of an intersection (33) and parking for aperiod longer than indicated (22).

While April was asignificant period due to the Autumn Festival, council’s local laws officers have continued to monitor the Macedon area to ensure compliance with parking and other laws.

Peer supportfor carers

Carers are people who have unique needs as they selflessly help others with their dayto-day living. This includes caring for people who have adisability,a medical condition or chronic illness, mental illness such as dementia, children with special needs or those who are frail or aged.

According to Deloitte Access Economics, the need for carers is at an all-time high with

one out of every eight Australians providing informal care.

Trentham Lions Club has launched the 'Cool Country Carers' program to provide a network and peer support to carers in Trentham and district area.

"Werecognise the enormous commitment the role of acarer canbe," Trentham Lions president Gita Khatri said.

"This group gives you opportunities to meet with other carers and share your experience, enjoy the company of others, catch up for coffee and chat without any expectation and know that you are notalone."

The group'sfirst coffee morning is at Trentham General café, 37A High Street, Trentham, on May 19 at 10.30am.

"Wewarmly welcome you," Gita said.

Trentham LionsClub haslaunched the ‘Cool Country Carers’ program to provide anetworkand peer support to carers in Trentham and district area.

Jade Jungwirth

When someone mentions the word gym, the image of sweaty,muscular men, pumping iron while watching themselves on awall of mirrors, immediately springs to mind.

So it'sawelcome surprise to walk into Real Strength Studio in Castlemaine and be greeted with the smiling faces of an enthusiastic group of women in their later years of life.

Jayne Mayes, the eldest in the group at 82 years young, has been part of the Never TooLate program since its inception in 2019. Being the powerhouse that she is, Jayne is able to squat 40kg, bench press 30kg and can deadlift an incredible 60kg all while looking fabulous and having fun with awonderful group of women!

"I have found new and lovely friends to

share experiences and laughter," Jayne said.

"I love the ambience that exists in the gym.... My favourite things are the lovely friends Ihavemade along the way and the fun and happiness it brings. Plus it has given me the confidence to challenge myself."

The older men and women in the program say joining the gym has built their confidence, self esteem and they have made some wonderful friendships along the way.Some of the members have came to the program through their GP's recommendation or have recently recovered from surgery.They have noticed a big difference in their overall strength, bone density,increased flexibility and have reported having better mental health through regularly working out.

Dave Gittus, one of the Never Too

Late regulars, said that before joining the program, his strength and fitness were "pretty ordinary". "I was quite unfit for my age and needed to rebuild," Dave said.

"Since joining, Ifeel alot of pride in my progress (however slow!). The knowledge that Ican continue to improve is very important, and the great friendly atmosphere Ilook forward to.

"There is no pressure, which means I work at apace that feels safe. Ienjoy the music too!"

Real Strength owner Daniel Pollard is passionate about making the gym accessible to people of all ages.

Through the Never TooLate program, people who couldn't get up from asitting position or struggled to hold the weight of abroomstick have been able to lift incredible weights –holding their own against the much younger members.

Daniel, who started his own strength journey at the age of 13, got his mum Therese into powerlifting and after along career as anurse, she is now working as one of the coaches at Real Strength.

Daniel told the Express that often the people who needed the gym most were the ones who weren't going to mainstream gyms with mirrors and complex equipment.

"Here we do exercises that are basic and everyday movements that make you strong. And there'snot amirror in sight," Daniel said.

Real Strength is opening up spaces for new members to join the Never TooLate program in early June 2023. Information sessions will be held at The Real Strength Studio in The Mill Complex on Wednesdays May 24 and 31 at 10.30am.

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Asensorysanctuary

Castlemaine will host anew arts festival next month to celebrate neurodiversity Neurodiversity is the acceptance and celebration that different people'sbrains work differently to one another's,especially in relation to conditions like autism and ADHD.

The inaugural 'Sensory Sanctuary' arts festival (June 24-July 7) is the brainchild of local resident Louise ‘Rockabilby’ Cooper and is thought to be the first event of its kind in regional Victoria.

Louise was diagnosed with autism six months ago and her two children are also autistic.

"My diagnosis has completely changed my life direction," Louise said.

"I am aprofessional artist but now I am studying for aGraduate Certificate in Autism and Iamdetermined to make a difference for the community

"Since my diagnosis, Ihave unearthed some pretty confronting statistics.

"New research suggests as many as one in 33 people are autistic and the unemployment rate for autistic people in Australia is 31.8 per cent –which is three times the rate of people with disability,and almost six times the rate of people without disability

"And most startling, that people with autism have asignificantly shorter life expectancy," she said.

At 35, Louise is determined to use the time she has left to make apositive difference for those who are neurodiverse

in our community and to create abrighter future for our children.

She has founded anot-for-profit and the 'Sensory Sanctuary' festival was born.

"Weare planning to host 102 events for children, youth, adults, sensory avoiders and sensory seekers during the upcoming school holidays at the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and The Goods Shed," she said.

"Some of the events we will be hosting range from 'Rainbow Nature Walk' for Under 7s and Sensory Sticks led by local support worker Sam Rowe, aNeurodivergent Pride Lantern Parade and All Ages Glow Disco.

"Wehave anumber of artists and therapists coming to the region to run a myriad of workshops on everything from LEGO therapy and watercolour painting to creative therapies.

"Wewill also have some very helpful sessions for teachers on ways to support those who are neurodiverse, with Natasha Siryj from Practice Inclusion and Andrea Broughton from Early Childhood Outreach presenting professional development workshops.

"Melanie Martinelli of The Little Black Duck will also be visiting us from New South Wales to speak about Autistic Play, what it is and how we can support it.

"Wereallyencourage members of the wider community to come along. We want to buildmore awareness and encourage community building and inclusion."

Louise'syoungest son Lockie, 6, said he was looking forward to being part of

the 'Minecraft Workshop' and her eldest Angus, 17, will participate in areading of an interactive sensory play the pair are developing. Angus is also looking forward to the skill development and creative writing workshops.

"Wewill also have achai tent and a coffee cart where parents can mingle and chat," Louise said.

The festival aims to support neurodivergent creatives with 70 per cent of workshop facilitators neurodivergent.

Funds raised from the festival will be used to create mobile 'Sensory Sanctuaries', which can be hired for community events and festivals similar to the Mount Alexander Sustainability Group'sWash Against Waste trailer and provide aplace of sanctuary where people who are neurodiverse or thosewho suffer other conditions such as anxiety can retreat and reset.

"The sanctuaries would be supported by trained professionals and aim to make community events more accessible for all," Louise said.

The festival will kick offwith an opening night celebration, the 'Psycho Social Masquerade' at The GoodsShed on Saturday June 24 with an Acknowledgement of Country by Wiradjuri artist Keira Long and aperformance by local neurospicy songbird, Sarah Hancock.

Festival goers may be eligible to utilise their NDIS funding to attend their chosen events.

To find out more and secure tickets, visit www.sensorysanctuary.net.au

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MAIN Game putsthe funinfundraiser!

MainFM's'award-winning' annual footy match fundraiser,The MAIN Game, returns on the long weekend in June, bigger and better than ever!

Will the Radio Galahs bounce back after last year's first loss to the Rockatoos?

Bring the family and join the community for afun day out at the historic Camp Reserve on Sunday June 11 to witness the most entertaining game of Aussie Rules footy this side of the Great Divide.

Enjoy live local music and entertainment, food stalls, the MAIN Bar and more!

Acommunity engagement and major fundraising initiative for local radio station 94.9 MainFM, punters can expect a seriously fun game of Aussie rules footy between the Radio Galahs, made up of mostly MainFM radio presenters, and the Rockatoos, made up mostly of local musicians, along with other respectable and enthusiastic community members of mixed ages, all genders and mixed abilities.

“MainFM was awarded Community Event of the Year at the Mount Alexander Shire Australia Day Awards Ceremony so we’re building on the success of last year in an effort to garner interest and support for the station,” said Sue McLennan, sponsorship and events manager at MainFM.

"And with arecord number of player registrations this year,we’re on trackto doing just that."

McLennan said the event was agreat day out for the whole family

“Footy brings people together and The MAIN Game is no exception. We are excited to offer an event that the whole family can enjoy," she said.

“The much-loved and respected Castlemaine Highland Pipe Band will make a return, local rockers The Presbyterians will bang out afew tunes at half-time and the MAIN Cheer Squad will make its debut ap-

pearance. All this as well as food stalls, the MAIN Bar,face painting and footy!”

The MainFM van will be broadcasting live from the event for those listening elsewhere, with MainFM’sown entertaining and unique commentary team bringing listeners all the action from on the ground.

And with training well under way,the volunteer coaching staffhas been putting players through their paces.

Coach Kate Freston said they were preparing players to take to the ground with confidence.

"Weare doing this by building footy skills and fitness and importantly,having

fun and afew laughs in the process,” Freston said.

Gates will open at midday,with entertainment starting at 12.30pm. Game starts at 1.30pm.

Entry is $5 for MainFM subscribers, $10 general entry,free for kids under 18. Tickets are on sale now at mainfm.net

The Rockatoos hit the ground for last year’s MAIN Game showdown. Photo: Craig Gaston

‘Wecan and we mustdobetter’

Actor,comedian and broadcaster,Tom Ballard, will be host and keynote speaker at the invitation of Macedon Ranges Rural Australians for Refugees at Kyneton Town Hall next month.

The event, to be staged with assistance from Macedon Ranges Shire and the support of major sponsor Bendigo Bank, will mark the beginning of Refugee Week 2023 –a program whose theme this year is ‘Finding Freedom’.

Comedy and humour has always been at the centre of TomBallard’slife but, like all comedians, he has his serious side.

He is apassionate advocate for the rights of the disadvantaged, but he sees comedy as away to channel his passions into acreative and positive force for change.

He has long been aharsh critic of successive governments’ policies toward refugees and asylum seekers.

"The way they have been treated in this country –by consecutive governments and the mainstream media –is atotal disgrace," he says.

"Wecan and we must do better.There's no better time than Refugee Week for concerned citizens to come together,amplify the voices of those with lived experience of our immigration system, and recommit ourselves to the fight for abetter future."

Appearing with Tomwill be Hazara photographer and human rights activist Muzafar Ali.

Nominate a young person

Nominations are now open for the Macedon Ranges Youth Awards to shout-out the achievements of young people in the shire.

The awards are open to young people living in the shire who are aged between 12-25 years and have made asignificant contribution to the community

Award categories this year include: Willpower,Good Deeds, Pure Imagination, Nicely Played, Skilling, and Well Aware.

Young people in the Macedon Ranges are encouraged to nominate their peers, and their families, friends, teachers, neighbours, employers and colleagues can get involved too.

Winners will be announced at an event at Kyneton Town Hall on August 10.

Nominations close Friday June 30. For information and to nominate, visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/youth-awards

Also on the program is Innocent Karabagega. He escaped civil strife in Burundi and now studies Law at Victoria University.Hehopes to work for the UN as a

Plans out forcomment

Public feedback will help shape two longterm strategies that will ultimately support the Macedon Ranges’ equestrian community and a key recreation reserve in Woodend.

The Macedon Ranges Community Equestrian Facilities Plan and the Woodend Racecourse Reserve Master Plan are now out for community consultation in the first stage of a two-stage process.

The equestrian facilities plan will shape planning for future equestrian facilities within the shire. Equestrian clubs operate in Bullengarook, Gisborne, Macedon, Kyneton, Woodend, Lancefield and Riddells Creek.

Woodend’sRacecourse Reserve was previously aracecourse and home to scouts and little athletics. It is currently home to the Woodend Pony Club, Riddells Creek Adult Riders Club, Hanging Rock and Woodend Petanque Club, and is used by the Woodend Junior Football Club and Woodend Hesket Football Netball Club.

For more information and to have your say, visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/Have-Your-Say

human rights lawyer

Innocent will be joined by Dalal Sleiman, arefugee from Iraq who learnt English, obtained adegree in Community Development and now assists newly arrived refugees and asylum-seekers.

Lizzy Kuoth, fled war-torn South Sudan. She mentors young people, striving to promote social cohesion. She and her fellow guests are grateful for the second chance at life they have been given and want to share their lessons learned with others.

"I have been given ahuge opportunity," Lizzy says, "and Iwant to pay it forward."

The afternoon’sprogram, the aim of which is to promote agreater awareness of the refugee experience, will include the launch of the student writing competition andthe drawing of MRRAR’smajor raffle.

Five raffle prizes, donated by local businesses, total some $2500.

Organisers of the event are anticipating an overwhelming response from the local community and urge all those interested to book early

The event will be held from 1-4pm on Saturday,June 18, at the Kyneton Town Hall.

Adults $35, students $10. Bookings via mrsc.vic.gov.au/ refugee-week, email comedevadmin@mrsc.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 888 802.

Tom Ballard.

Vintage wheels go for aspin

National Motoring Heritage Day is on the horizon with the Castlemaine Historic Vehicle Club preparing to join in the fun on Sunday, May 21

Celebrating its 17th year, the event is marked by historic motoring clubs across Australia and gives owners of all types of vintage and classic vehicles an opportunity to take their wheels for a spin and meet other enthusiasts

An initiative of the Australian Historic Motoring Federa-

tion, the aim of the event is to promote and display Australia's strong motoring heritage and show the community the strength of the national motoring movement

John Davis, president of the Castlemaine Historic Vehicle Club, told the Express that the event originally began as a way to show the public that the cars were still usable

"There are events everywhere, including a big one in Bendigo, but we like to run our own event each year,"

John said

"We've been taking part since it first began in 2007 "

Reconciliation Week in focus

Learning about our First Peoples’ histories, cultures and achievements will be the focus of Macedon Ranges events as part of National Reconciliation Week.

Officially marked between May 27 and June 3, this year’stheme of 'Be AVoice for Generations' encourages all Australians to be avoice for reconciliation where we live, work and socialise.

Assistant director of education at the Yoorrook Justice Commission, Brent Ryan, and community engagement manager,Nick Butera, will present on 'truth telling' in akeynote event at Kyneton Town Hall on May 30 from 7pm.

Other key events in the shire surrounding National Reconciliation Week include: Malmsbury Smoking Ceremony and Yarning Circle on May 21, Kyneton Smoking Ceremony and Yarning Circle on June 1and Riddells Creek Smoking Ceremony and Yarning Circle on June 4. Bookings to all council-hosted events are essential. For more information, visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au

Club members usually drive their vintage cars down to the Western Oval for display, but this year they've decided to meet at the Castlemaine Botanic Gardens at 9 30am before travelling down the streets of Castlemaine, through Chewton, Elphinstone and Taradale before parking at the Malmsbury Botanic Gardens to lunch

So make sure to keep an eye on the roads on Sunday, May 21 to catch a glimpse of these beautiful old cars Or better still, head down to Castlemaine or Malmsbury Botanic Gardens and chat with club members

Jade Jungwirth

L-R: John Davis, president of Castlemaine Historic Vehicle Club, with his 1953 RMF Riley, and Bernie Hawes with his 1966 Mustang

An immersive audio experience

Kyneton-based theatre company Threshold is preparing to launch anew audio theatre experience: The Flying Canoe.

The immersive experience features traditional songs and dancing that was recorded at the Kiribati Cultural Day held at Kyneton'sSocial Foundry last year.Itinvites families to transform their lounge rooms into aworld of myths and wonder

Set on the fictional island of Neiko, this magical story has been created by Baynton resident and Australian / Kiribati writer Marita Davies and features the voices of her mother,Teaote Davies and daughter Matari McKenna.

"For this story,Neiko represents Marakei –my grandmother’sisland, also known as the women's

island with four female spirits protecting its four points," Marita said.

"As descendants of the island of Marakei, it’sbeen so special to have Mum and Matari involved. By telling our stories, we are sharing and continuing our culture."

The recordings from the cultural day formed the basis of the musical soundscape of The Flying Canoe

Local composer and sound designer Zoë Barry,together with Emma Bortignon, wove these songs and dances together to create an immersive sonic world, which drops families straight into Kiribati daily life.

"Through Marita'stelling of The Flying Canoe,weget agreater sense of what each of us is carrying forward as agift from our ancestors, and how we might take the time

to show gratitude at each stopalong the way," said Tahli Corin, Threshold’sco-director.

“When the Macedon Ranges community came together that day in May,12months ago, there was such an electric energy as we all danced and sang together, led by members of the Kiribati community.The energy of the community is so present in the final work –and we’re really looking forward to sharing it with them!”

The Flying Canoe is an at-home experience for families, allowing them to explore the richnessof Kiribati culture from the comfort of their own homes.

Ideal for families who love adventure and culture, and suitable for families with children ages four and up, it can be found online at: thethreshold.com.au/the-flying-canoe

Kiribati Cultural Day in May 2022 at the Social Foundry, Kyneton.

Matari McKenna gets to work in the recording studio. Teaote Davies is busy at work in the recording studio.

Keeping ahealthy weight

Maintaining your pet’sweight can seem alittle more challenging during the colder months, but keeping ahealthy weight can also reduce the risk of injury and disease in the future.

For weight loss, it’snosurprise that it’snot aone-size-fits-all remedy,but speaking to your veterinarian can help you adjust your pet to alifestyle and diet that is most suitable for both the pet and the supporting family

Afull health assessment can determine any underlying causes for pets slowing down or becoming less active, and any concerns will be addressed to make them comfortable so they can get back to amore active lifestyle.

Weight loss and maintaining ahealthy weight is afamily commitment.Ifone person is designated to providing the ongoing diet plan, this also means that other family members need to resist providing the extra treats. There is more than one way to show your pet that you love them, like belly rubs, walking and playing together with toys.

Setting the goal of weight loss and trying to maintain ahealthy weight will help lower their risk of certain health problems like arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, back problems, and kidney disease. It also can reduce your pet'srisk of joint injuries associated with excess weight.

If you would like to discuss weight management for your pet, contact Gisborne Veterinary Clinic to schedule an appointment.

PETCARE

Pet owner snapshot

*Ina recent survey of pet owners by amajor insurance company,itwas found that 73 per cent of people who owned a pet had dogs, whereas only 51 per cent of pet owners indicated they had acat.

Pet of the Month

Rozzie rulesthe roost

Cats rule –that'sa statementnot aquestion as one die-hard Riddell Footy Club fan can attest to.

Now living in Queensland, this footy fan decided that he and his wife should adopt a cat, and that they did seven weeks ago.

In that time this tabby and white puss named Rozzie, has come to rule the household. She can open sliding doors and windows if they are not latched and escape to her heart'scontent to wander the garden until she is so hungry 24 hours later she returns though the sliding door begging for food! She hates the dog who lives with her –competition for attention –and is probably working on shoving her out the sliding door for good.

Rozzie is massively playful and scales everything in the house. So much so that she

has been allotted a'calm room' where she is put to spend time to settle down. But this cat'splans have worked! She is given the best of the best food, tickles, cuddles, play things and afive-storey climbing tower complete with retreat cubes and hammocks to keep her happy being an indoor cat. And for being an entertaining girl with attitude, Rozzie is our Pet of the Month.

*Interestingly,only athird of cat owners also have adog. This might suggest that those with cats will seek out dogs that are compatible, whereas some owners of dogs that aren’t compatible with cats simply can’t add them to their household.

*While males and females responded as having the same rates of dog ownership, females were slightly more likely to own acat.

*Bya cat’swhisker,Australians responded as slightly preferring shelters as their means of getting apet. However,dog owners tend to greatly prefer going through abreeder,with almost half of dog owners indicating their eldest pet came from a breeder.Almost 60 per cent of cat owners, however,responded as acquiring their pet through either ashelter,oradoption program.

*Younger Australians (44 and under) also prefer going through abreeder, whereas Australians aged 45 or over were more likely to respond as going through a shelter.Adoption was also most common among those aged above 65 years of age.

*Females tend to be more likely to be given apet than males, whereas males were more likely than females to get their pet from abreeder

Inter-library borrowing is back

Inter-library loans have returned to the Goldfields Library service last week.

The much-valued service that allows borrowing and delivery of material from libraries across the state was suspended last October

The contract with the public library system’scourier company expired last year and Public Libraries Victoria was forced to suspend the service to find a cost-effective solution.

Macedon Ranges Libraries notified users of the inter-library service return on May 8via social media.

"Wehave been working with Public Libraries Victoria to balance the rising costs of logistics, couriers and other operational services with retaining access for members to the wide network of items we collectively hold," it said.

The service allows local library users to request items that unavailable through their own Goldfields Libraries collection for asmall cost. For example, borrowing an item from the Ballarat or even the State Library Inter-library loans differ from the Goldfields Libraries floating collection, which moves from branch to branch at no cost to the borrower

For more information on inter-library loans is available online at: ncgrl.vic.gov.au

Soothing harp music brought anew calmness to Lancefield animal sanctuary Edgar’sMission earlier this month.

Sixteen International Harp Therapy students and graduates visited the sanctuary for an experiential training day with the rescued animal residents.

“Animals have aphysical and psychological sensibility,which allows them –inthe same way as humans –toexperience pain and pleasure,” said Christina Tourin, apioneer in therapeutic music and founder of the International Harp Therapy Program.

“Research shows that music can affect an animal’smood in much the same way it affects us. When animals hear classical music, it has a soothing effect and they become relaxed.”

With hundreds of formerly farmed animals residing at Edgar’sMission, many have suffered from past trauma.

“Harp therapy has proven time and again to soothe new arrivals to the sanctuary,” founder Pam Ahern said. “Some transformations are immediate, while others are slow and at the animal'space.”

Harp therapy hits the rightnote

Edgar’sMission’sresident therapeutic harpist, Vimukti Warr,has been volunteering for more than four years

“Vimukti goes to great lengths to connect with the animals and plays music appropriate to their needs to bridge the gap between usand them,” Pam said. “Ithas been agreat delight to see this compassion in action.”

Vimukti was instrumentalinputting together this international event for harpists.

“It was aunique opportunity indeed,” Vimukti shared.

“As therapeutic harpists, whether we are working with humans or animals, the fundamentals of what we apply are similar "Welook to use inclusive attention to find the right tempo, rhythm and resonant tone of the individual.

"Weare always observing and playing to support and hold them in a cradle of sound, creating their very own personal therapeutic harp experience.”

The experiential day helped students and graduates to become more confident to work with animals and humans alike.

Harp therapy has proven to soothe new arrivals to the Lancefield sanctuary

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Local knowledge (1 point)

1. When is the 2023 Castlemaine Jazz Festival taking place?

2. What is the name of the Mount Players’ second production for 2023?

3. What milestone did Kyneton footballer Shannon White chalk up last week?

4. In which town has Rationale opened its head office? (3 points)

5. What is the subject of Castlemaine artist Clayton Tremlett’sexhibition Immortals?

General knowledge (1 point)

6. Who starred as Austin Powers in the titled film series?

7. The following songs are all associated with which music icon: ATouch of Paradise, Pressure Down, Help and Burn for You?

8. The Statue of Liberty is green mainly due to achemical reaction of what material?

9. Valletta is the capital city of which country? (3 points)

10. According to the Greek myth, who killed Hector of Troy in battle?

TODAY’S CROSSWORD

YourOPINIONS @

Disappointed butnot surprised Russell SMowatt,president,Calder Action GroupInc

TheCalder Action Group Inc is bitterly disappointed but not surprised by the federal government’s2023/24 Budget allocation for the Calder Park Dr/Calder Freeway Interchange Big Build Project.

In essence it has been adiddly-squat announcement.

The Calder Freeway is aRoad of National Importance, but in this instance it’s not, when budget time comes around from the federal government.

The government is not up to speed (to excuse apun) for providing consistent funding for the Calder Freeway in the ever-growing Brimbank, Melton, Sunbury and Gisborne areas and beyond whose residents use it on adaily basis.

We can now only look forward to the State Budget announcement, which will follow,inadvancing this long-overdue Calder Park Dr /Calder Freeway Interchange.

Representativegovernment

Hans Paas,Castlemaine

John Power's flight of fancy as the 'Benevolent dictator' (Opinions, May 9) may have the odd sound proposal in it, but for my money Iprefer the tried and true system of representative government in a democracy.This allows proposals such as John'stobedebated, modified, approved or defeated.

Perhaps John should be careful what he wishes for as many dictatorships are moderated by judicious assassinations.

Democracy allows for non-violent changes of government like we had just on ayear ago. That outcome is always much better for our health.

Afailureof representation

Ruth Williams, Chris Kakris and Annalisa Clark,for Friends of Kyneton South

Five MRSC councillors voted in favour of the motion that Cr Janet Pearce put last Wednesday night that apermit be issued for the developer’sre-proposal for asubdivision at 85 Harpers Lane, South Kyneton.

Unfortunately,the motion was carried on a5-3 vote.

Crs Anderson, Guthrie and Moore were impressive. They voted no, and had clearly put in the time and effort to understand the resource truly at stake. We appreciate them. We thank them.

The other councillors, not so much.

Residents' interests must be represented when important decisions are put to a vote, not those of anout-of-town developer seeking to maximise his profit, and shed costs to the community as much as he can.

What we witnessed onWednesday night was afailure of representation.

How could these councillors not understand that the same circumstances applied to the Riddells Creek Precinct Structure Plan (officers recommended approval of arevised plan)? Councillors didn’t accept that and voted unanimously to reject the proposal in line with community objections.

Despite assurances that the council would uphold the spirit of the VCATrulings regarding 85 Harpers Lane, Wednesday's decision will result in an overdeveloped, out-of-character,landscape-destroying mini-Gisborne.

Let’snot forget the developer never once sought to engage with the community or attempt to develop sympathetically to the landscape and neighbourhood.

And let'snot forget it was the developer who took the MRSCtoVCATtwo years ago.

It was the developer who wasted seven days of ratepayers' funds.

It was the developer who broughtalong both aQCand abarrister

But who forced the residentsto undertake significant fundraising efforts tohire a barrister,you might ask?

It was the MRSC, because it refused to hire alawyer

That is not how you represent the residents of acommunity

FoKS have only ever asked for this area to be developed in away that respects the landscape, environment and character

The MRSC planning department’sconditions do not cut the mustard. If allowed to pass, theywill change Kyneton South. Forever

Averyeasyfix

BrendanGraham,Malmsbury

The residents living on Adamson Street between Mollison Street and Drake Street Malmsbury,after requesting an approxi-

mate 135m bitumen upgrade similar to that of neighbouring Orr Street, have received nil feedback from the council, only to find out the result via areport in the May 2editionofthe Midland Express Initially,onDecember 6, 2022, we provided asigned petition requesting asite meeting. This has never been addressed. Our request also stated residents were prepared to contribute toward the bitumen upgrade.

The article mentions dust, potholes and noise but not the primary reason for our request, which is the danger we face on a daily basis as aresult of those potholes. Vehicles and cyclists often cross onto the wrong side of Adamson Street to avoid damage from the potholes.

The highway traffic (Mollison Street) turning into Adamson Street often faces traffic on the wrong side of the roadway avoiding potholes, causing aneed to stop mid-turn on the highway (Mollison Street).

Most residents havewitnessed road rage and or near-miss events.

Bear in mind the intersection is very near the hill peak, no turning lane or sideroom with white posts on the opposite side, affording very limited space to evade impact. Horn blasts and abuse are acommon event.

The article states the observed number of vehicle movements is 152 per day Regardless of direction travelled, that is 152 potential collisions per day,anumber way too large to disregard.

May we also point out that the counter tapes, because of extensive road damage (potholes) were placed well back from the intersection of Adamson Street and Mollison Street thus discounting properties beyond the counter tapes, making the count of 152 vehicle movements per day inaccurate and extreme when this affects only seven houses.

We alsonote the potholes were only addressed after the tape removal, lasting but afew days.

The corrugations are once again forming midway along this section.

As stated previously,the town has seen extensive building works and thus the traffic and dust increase.

There is averyeasyand long-term fix to traffic safety and noise from bouncing trucks, heavy machinery and tradie utes and trailers.

Residents are keen to make themselves available to attend an onsite meeting as soon as possible to discuss further action.

Cost-of-livingreliefinBudget

Last week'sFederal Budget promises some cost-of-living relief for families and businesses. The government announced a new Energy Price Relief Plan that will provide relief for more than five million households with arebate of up to $250.

McEwen MP Rob Mitchell said about 12,500 people in his electorate would receive a$40 increase to their Jobseeker payments, while almost 500 Jobseekers aged 55-59 in McEwen would see an increase of $92.10 afortnight to their payments.

Almost 12,000 households in McEwen will be eligible for a15

Car thefts in Gisborne

Macedon Ranges detectives are investigating aseries of motor vehicle thefts in the Gisborne area last Tuesday between 1am and 4.30am.

per cent boost in rent assistance and more than 3000 apprentices currently training in McEwen will benefit from a$54.3million investment to Australian Apprenticeship supports to improve completion rates.

The largest bulk billing incentives Medicare haseverseen will have immediate benefits for almost 70,000 people in McEwen. More than 35,000 people in McEwen will be able to buy 60 days worth of medicine for the price of one prescription for more than 300 common PBS medicines.

Temporary disruptions

Telstra will next week begin upgrading its mobile base station on Mt Macedon tobring better 4Gservices and new 5G coverage, however these works will require some temporary service disruptions or reduction in mobile coverage.

mobile coverage from other providers will not be impacted.

Achilles.

Investigators are requesting Gisborne residents, particularly those wholive in Gardiner Street, Carroll Court, Fersfield Road, Manassa Drive, Lauren Court, Sansom Street, Hamilton Street and Aitkin Street, check their CCTV cameras for any suspicious activity

Any CCTV of interest can be reported to the Macedon Ranges Crime Investigation Unit on 5421 2900.

Due to the major work required on the site, a full site shutdown will commence on Monday May 22 to Friday May26.

During this period, Telstra will work to keep some technology operating as much as possible, however there will be times when afull outage will be required. If all goes well, work will be completed on May26. This will have impact to services in some parts of Mount Macedon, Woodend, Newham, Tylden and Carlsruhe.

Telstra mobile customers may start receiving text messages advising them of the upcoming service disruption next week.

Landline services, NBNinternet services and

Any calls to Triple Zero from aTelstra mobile when the site is offair will automatically be diverted to any working mobile network for connection to emergency services.

Regional general manager for Telstra, Steve Tinker,said the service disruption was required to perform the significant work needed to provide the new technology and speed and capacity to Mount Macedon and the surrounding area.

“While coverage and capacity will be impacted during this time, we want to keep the amount of time the site is offair to an absolute minimum, and the give the community as much time as possible to plan for the disruption,” he said.

Please note that the upgrade is intended to improve mobile connectivity in the existing coverage footprint.

One of the area’sfinest homes, Cannington occupies a rare 3501m2 of superb English-style garden in the very heart of Romsey and was is the much loved family home of the late Dean Jones, cricketer,coach and commentator

Constructed in 1900 by the White family and sitting privately behind an expansive 60m frontage, this grand home has been beautifully and sympathetically updated over time offering every comfort you would expect for 21st century living. Period features such as hand-crafted leadlight windows, ornate cornicing and fretwork, elegant high ceilings and timber floors have been meticulously preserved. The welcoming tessellated tile verandah invites you up to aspacious entry hall that leads to the formal front rooms -a sunny home office with built-in cabinetry and acosy theatre

room with stunning sash windows that capture beautiful morning light. Three of the four large bedrooms feature an original fireplace and all offer gorgeous views to the garden, the generous main bedroom with french door access, plus ahuge walk-in robe. The two bathrooms have been lovingly updated, the refinished original clawfoot bath sitting perfectly amongst imported wallpaper,marble flooring and timeless Perrin &Rowe fittings.

The centrepiece of the home is undoubtedly the exquisite open plan entertaining area, with vaulted ceiling, stunning light fixtures, open fireplaces, and chef's kitchen featuring an impressive 150 cm Ilve freestanding stove and Carrara marble benchtops. Awall of glass leads to an indoor heated pool with sauna and gym which spills out to the fabulous

north facing terrace with outdoor kitchen and glorious boston ivy and virginia creeper sprawling over rendered walls.

The garden is adelightful contrast of relaxing open spaces, peaceful corners and formal plantings, every season welcoming new colour and interest. The two magnificent heritage-listed oak trees planted in the 1890s provide welcome shade in summer,while golden elms and silver birches produce avibrant autumn glow.Meander through maze like hedges and the crab apple walk under planted with hellebores, past colourful gardens of roses, bluebells, and hyacinth which comealive in warmer months.

Offered for sale for just the third time in its 123 years, this is arare opportunity to owna significant piece of Romsey’s history

Agent Profile

Introducing Property Manager, Angelina Quiroga

Flourishing in several roles withinthe Real Estate Industry before joining the recruitment sphere, Angelina has returned to real estate stepping into her role as avaluedProperty Manager at RT Edgar Macedon Ranges with glowing enthusiasm and bright aspirations.

Angelina’s appealing authenticity and prowess in sincerely listening to her clients enable her to build genuine relationships with landlords and tenants. Deeply aware of the importance of timeliness when managing queries, concerns or feedback from her clients, Angelina never hesitates to pick up the phone, valuing efficiency as atop priority

Reliable, trustworthyand organised, Angelina is anatural communicator and relishes engaging with others, making her apleasure to work alongside. Her exceptional sales, negotiation, and leadership skills are a testamenttoher ongoing career success.

Anative of Melbourne’swestern suburbs, Angelina sought out the relaxed lifestyle of the Macedon Ranges and has settled into the region with awhole-hearted appreciationfor all it has to offer.With plenty to keep her busy between her two cats, fifteen chickens, and completing home renovations, Angelina adores spending time in nature, from gardeningto hiking and camping.

Based in our Woodend Office and servicing the Macedon Ranges and beyond, please don't hesitate to call Angelina for adiscussion about leasing your property

She can be contacted on:

Office: 54271222

Mobile: 0447463 909

Email: aquiroga@rtedgarmr.com.au

Lot 3Campbell Road, RiddellsCreek

‘RLZ5 Potential Sub-Division’

Arareopportunity to purchase 39.80ha of landzoned Rural LivingZone Schedule 5(RLZ5) with the potential to sub divide (STCA)

-Locatedonthe edgeofRiddells CreekTownship (between Riddells Creek and Gisborne)

-Approx.2km to RC Train Station -Vlinerail to Melbourne

-Approx.8 min drivetoGisborne Township -Approx.15min driveSunbury

-Approx.30min drivetoMelbourne Airport- Approx.55min drivetoMelbourne CBD

35 Skyline

Drive, Gisborne

ExecutiveCountryLifestyle on 2000m2

Comfortable4-bedroom home setonover2000m²inone of Gisborne’smosticonic & leafy areas. Interior features:formalsitting room & TV snug,living/dining/renovated kitchen with stone benchtops,2recentlyrenovatedbathrooms, 3rdlivingspace, laundry, undercoverpatio, doublecarport & 4-carshed. Other features:highceilings, engineered wood floors,gas ducted heating,evaporative cooling,9kw splitsystem, gaslog fire, 6.6kw inverter & solar panels, town water & water tanks. The back garden features acharming tree-lined walk,outdoorroom and mini orchard. An excellent opportunity to secureasizable property justminutes from all thatGisborne has to offer

Price Range: $1,390,000-$1,470,000

1Bell Street, Carlsruhe

Discover acountryretreat immersed in privacy and tranquillity,delivering approximately four acresofidyllicserenityovertwo separate titles. Providing first-classfamily living withinaquiet landscape, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, doubleglazed home is arareoffering just 5minutesfromKynetonand Woodend, with distant mountain and rural views creating the perfect backdrop to everyday living. With a9mx8mAmerican Barn, wide return verandah,multipleliving areas, wood-fired heaterand ducted heating and cooling,ample solar powerand bore water.

Price Range: $1,275,000 -$1,375,000

Saturday11.00am- 11.30am

0448 852 803 |MatthewBourke0448

60 Prince Street,Gisborne

Situatedonacornerallotment of approx.1,166sqm "Tara" is atraditional 4-bedroom Victorian weatherboardhome. Themain entrance has acentral hallway opening to the formal living room which features adiningroom and twobedrooms, oneofwhich extends onto the original ‘sunroom’ repurposed as an extended walk-in robe. ‘Tara’ was further extended in 1996 adding an openplanblackwoodKitchen/Family and Meals room with an additional bedrooms/study,bathroom, and laundry. Thereisfreestanding woodfire place, natural gashot waterservice and split-systemheating/cooling. Double French doorsopen to alarge undercoverentertainmentarea.

AUCTION Saturday3June 2023 at 10.00am (Unless SoldPrior)

Price:$1,100,000-$1,200,000

11.00am -11.30am

150 Palmer Road, Sunbury

Longview Creek Vineyard comprising18hectares (45acres) of vineyard,grazing land, and gardens. Architecturallydesigned passivesolar residence, extensiveglazing,open plan kitchen, dining and family room, reading/study nook, formal dining,and lounge. 3 generous bedrooms the main withensuite,WIR and dressingroom, BIR’sinthe other bedrooms, and 2further bathrooms. Extensiveshedding comprising the winery/cellar door,insulated wine storage, workshop and netstorage is connected by acovered breezeway. Grazingland includes 3paddocksfor cell grazing,solar electric fencing, watertroughs and ahouse paddock with cattle yards, crush, and race.

32 Westview Court, Kyneton

Privately setamongst7.25 acres of beautiful gardens is this immaculate and spacious3bedroom home made from Castlemaine sandstone.The interior is light-filled with much thoughtgiven to itsdesign, andthe kitchenisa showstopper.Outdoors features adam, 3fullyfenced paddocksplusayard, aconcretetank, solar roof panels, shed, plusa 6-car carportand garage.This stunning countryhaven is close to thelocal golf course and amere5minutes to thecultural heart of the sought-after Kynetontownship.

Price :$1,595,000

Inspection: Sunday12.00pm -12.30pm

JodieAlcaraz 0448 852 803|

Midland

Getset to be charmed

Get set to be charmed by this brick retro gem with vintage features and light filled spaces, thoughtfully furnished, and lovingly preserved to highlight its best assets.

Enviably positioned with aparkland view,the home is surrounded by an establishing garden and mature shade trees. Thoughtful plantings and high fencing will ensure your privacy and with the addition of gating to the driveway side, asafe oasis for children and pets. Internally,the whitewashed floors shine, flowing to the sleeping quarters on the right and the kitchen, meals and living space to the left.

High ceilings create asense of space, well-positioned windows bring in lots of natural light and all the rooms are generous. The eat-in style kitchen showcases 50'scabinetry with solid fuel cooker and modern upright gas cooker sitting in the original tiled hearth. Acharming open space with room to seat six comfortably flows easily to the living room.

Currently configured as two bedrooms, arear sunroom could become agenerous third. The two existing bedrooms are spacious and have built-in storage. Externally is a generous carport with concrete base and lockable storage, ample off-street parking, good fencing, concrete paved walkways, and level allotment.

Property: Mid-century classic lovingly preserved

Address: 121 Main Road,Campbells Creek

Price: $595,000

Agent: Property Plus Real Estate

Contact: Di Selwood 54474088

CARISBROOK

-$820,000

Inspect: Sunday 21/5 at 10:30-11:00am

Agent: Di Selwood 0488 148 358

AHOME TO BE ENJOYED

•Lovingly restored and extended, creating a comfortable,modern home full of warmth

•Large light filled kitchen/dining and living space.Kitchen with large butler’spantry

•Glass bi-folding doors and servery window open out to acovered rear deck

•2023sqm blank canvas ready to be transformed

Inspect: Saturday 20/5 at 10:30-11:00am

Agent: Greg Fathers 0477 000 561

CENTRAL VIC EQUINE PROPERTY

•Modern three-bed home with exceptional light bright views of the 2acres &grounds

•Large self-contained bungalow wkitchen, bathroom, open plan lounge and bedsitter

•Fullrearverandah &patio,5 stables, 4day yards, water tanks &town water connected

•Access to Maryborough Training Track

Midland

Sophistication and ease

Combining aclever layout and flawless style, 25 Pippin Court Harcourt offers a sophisticated and easy lifestyle. Built with the needs of every family member in mind, the three-year-old home is impressive from the first step.

The wide entrance leads to the formal lounge with wood heater and distinctive red brick hearth while modern tones showcase in the open plan kitchen with smart display cabinets, mirrored in the large walk-in pantry

The dining space which adjoins the kitchen features high ceilings and sliding door access to the large entertaining deck.

Acosy lounge at the rear of the home gives views out to the lawn and autumn colours.

The main bedroom suite has alarge walk-in robe, elegant ensuiteand expansive glass sliding doors to the rear deck and garden.

Three further bedrooms each offer individuality and generous walk-in robes while the spacious family bathroom comes with shower and freestanding bath.

Ducted heating, evaporative cooling and reverse cycle heat/cool cater for all seasons. Outside there is adouble garage and workshop with timber barn doors.

Property: Acontemporary masterpieceofdesign and comfort

Address: 25 Pippin Court, Harcourt

Price: $835,000

Agent: Belle Property Castlemaine

Contact: 5470 5811

SOLD $675,000

SOLD$830,000

74 Mitchell Street, Kyneton

3Bedroom Home in aPrized Location

For Sale

EPR: $675,000

1112 KynetonMetcalfe Road, Greenhill

Thismid 1980sbrick veneer on an 824m allotment,comprises 3living zones in an open plan living areawitha wraparound central kitchen.Off thecentral hallway there are 3light filledbedrooms, acentral bathroom,separatetoilet anda separatelaundry.Outside is abeautiful gardenoasis withapergola, chookshed, watertank, double carport, garden shed,and asunnynorth facing backyard

For Sale

EPR: $820,000

Manageable Acreage Moments from Kyneton

Those cravingspace,withthe visiontocreatetheir perfectforever home, will appreciate thepotential of this brickveneerresidence, set on approximately 2.06ha (5 acres).Uponarrival,you'regreeted by acircular driveway andmature gums, offering shelter forlivestock. The interior boasts aspaciousloungewithhighpitchedceilings andthe adjacent open plan kitchen anddiningareafaces north, baskingthe room in natural light

3 1 2 2 2 824 sqm 2.06 ha (5 acres)

SOLD $1,040,000 SOLD$1,100,000

152 Blackhill Road, Kyneton

For Sale

EPR: $950,000 -$1,040,000

9Ewing Street, Tylden

For Sale

EPR: $1,020,000 -$1,100,000

Tranquil Family Living In The Golf Course Precinct 31 42.04 ha (5 acres)

Discreetlyset back from theroad, thiselevated, park-likepropertyprovides ample spaceand privacy on asprawling2.04ha (approx. 5acres)ofland. As youwindupthe long driveway,you'llimmediately feel asenseofarrival,greeted by afamilyhome encircledbyadeepverandah anda varied lowmaintenance garden. With self-effacingqualities, the home dissolvesinto the surrounds creating ahaven forits occupantswho canadmire the birdlife andfriendly nativevisitors.

From themoment youarrive, this charming countryhome exudesacalming effect withits serene house shelteredbyagardenlover's paradise,set on 1.27ha (approx. 3.14 acres).Timelesselementssuchasclassic multi-pane windows completewith shutters,Frenchdoors,palehardwearingfloors, neutral palette,and sloped ceilingscreate awarmand inviting atmosphere,and the breathtakingfloor to ceiling views of thegardenfromevery room make the outdoors feel like an extensionofthe indoorspace

Private and Secluded Oasis 42 21.27 ha (3.14 acres)

45 ClowesStreet, Malmsbury

Quintessential Country Home in Botanical GardensPrecinct

Thischarming4-bedroom familyhomeboastsalarge 1,037sqm allotment, offering apeaceful countryside lifestyle.The property features araisedcottage gardenatthe front,completewithfront andsideverandasthatprovidenatural lighttothe living areasand afarmhouse ambiance,and withthe historic BotanicGardenatyour doorstepyou have an extended backyard withkms of walkingtracks.

609 VaughanSprings Road, Drummond North

Live thequiet life on this rarely found3.79HA(9.36 acres) completewitha modern 1bedroom retreat andseparatestudio.Architecturally designed, this solar passiveplaced home sits harmoniouslywithinthe bushlandsurrounds, deliveringahighstandardofliving withanabundance of northfacinglight from fullheight double glazedwindows that frame thequintessentially Australian landscape beyond

30A Vincent Street North, Daylesford

Step back in time andexperiencethe charmofthe gold rush era with this fully renovatedMiner's Cottage andStudio, offering auniqueblend of history and modernity.The Cottage, builtcirca 1865,has been beautifullyrestoredwith simple monotone palette andaFrenchinspiredaesthetictoseamlesslyblend the oldwith thenew,creatingacosyand inviting spacetorelax andunwind.

Considering allthe negative mediareporting aboutinterest rates anda possible slowdown in thepropertymarket, values in theMacedon Ranges have held up exceptionallywell.

If youwouldlikemore informationonany of these properties,oraninsight into howthe local property market is actually faring,not what the mediawouldhaveyou believe, feel free to contact us foraconfidential,transparentdiscussion.

Midland

Luxe living

All great rural properties arouse astrong visceral reaction and this private sanctuary is no exception. Beautifully styled, taking on the European vernacular of the rural homestead with astrong connection to the landscape and stunning rural vistas, the 395m2 home seamlessly marries the lightness and transparency of modern construction. This truly one-of-a-kind rural property is arare find. Combining exceptional proximity to Kyneton and meticulous formal landscaping, it is aproperty that truly stands out from the rest.

The family residence takes exceptional materials, sourced both locally and abroad, and does something extraordinary with them. The interior is acelebration of perfectly selected and finished materials, exemplified by European oak flooring, internal barn doors and plantation shutters that usher in views from every angle. Full height double glazed windows and doors act like aribbon of glass to bring the outside world in, including postcard views of Springhill.

Constructed in 2016 the home has a5+StarEnergy Rating, mains and solar power -(6.6 dual phase solar) and double glazed windows and doors. Set in manicured gardens, there are multiple outdoor areas for large and intimate gatherings which act as an extension of the coastal inspired north facing open plan living area and exquisite family kitchen, with aline of sight for watching children at play.The wall to wall symmetry throughout is carried over with four king-size bedrooms (all with walk-in robes), three tiled bathrooms (two are private ensuites with french doors), adjacent library/games room and family sized laundry.The property is surrounded by four paddocks with new secure fences plus electric fencing, a16zone automated irrigation system and athree bay garage and adjacent workshop/ storage.

Flynns Hill has won accolades in Stayz Holiday Home Awards for 2022 (Top 10 properties in Australia). As an Airbnb it has aFive Star rating with more than 40 reviews.

Property: Flynns Hill -Ascenic rural estate on 5.87ha (14.5 acres) with four bedroom, three bathroom home

Address: 114 Flynns Lane,Kyneton

Price: EPR $3,000,000 -$3,300,000

Agent: BroadhurstProperty

Contact: 1300 380 980

3 1 2 9

3 2 2 662

Rarely do you find ahome with so many features priced under $800,000

Superbly positioned in an established pocket and family-friendly neighbourhood, this wonderful family home is spread across two levels and is within easy access to local shops and restaurants, primary/secondary schools and sporting facilities. This spacious, light-filled home is perfect for the growing family,first home buyer or the savvy investor

Upstairs features four bedrooms, master complete with walk-in robe and ensuite, acentral bathroom with separate toilet and an additional living space for the kids.

Downstairs has the benefit of astudy with integrat-

One nottobemissed

ed access to the garage. Awell-appointed kitchen featuring black appliances flows nicely into the dining area.

The spacious living area is arelaxed environment with gorgeous white plantation shutters to complement the room.

Year-round comfort is not an issue with the home boasting central heating, evaporative cooling and two split systems.

Outside includes rear access through the double garage, adecked undercover outdoor entertaining area and room for an additional car,boat or caravan. With established trees, veggie patch and fruit trees this garden makes you feel right at home.

Property: Four bedroom, family-friendly home

Address: 17 SunnyPark Close,Gisborne

Auction: SaturdayMay 27 @2pm.

Priceguide: $750,000 -$795,000

Agent: Raine &Horne

Contact: KenGrech 0418 509 710

“RochfordPark” 55 Ha (136 Acres)

265 MaloneysRoad Lancefield

Aluxurious lifestyle countryproperty

“RochfordPark”is truly adream tree change opportunity. Features include an approximately 758m2 (81sqs) grand 20 y.o. twolevel residenceprivately sited on averyattractiveundulating large acreage with superb unspoilt rural viewsand outstanding entertaining facilities

Theresidencebuilt by areputable local builder comprises on the ground floor,entrancehall,large open plan family room/kitchen (butlers pantry) /meals area, separate formal dining room, living room, study,5/6 bedrooms (sewing room), 4bathrooms,powder room and laundry.

On the lowerlevel floor is aguest bedroom and bathroom, home theatre, huge recreation (party)room, wine cellar,gymnasiumand integrated2car garage,store room, pets room and plantroom.

Qualityinfrastructureimprovements include alarge machineryshed,5box stable,foaling box, tack room, mezzanine floor storage,hot andcold designatedhorse wash area and abathroom facility.

Thelifestyle facilities include apool, flood lit mod grass tennis court, extensivelawns and landscaped garden area, 6small paddocks and 5large paddocks,2dams,bore, field horseshelter boxes, and several maturenativetreecluster shelters

Price$6.25m

To view call John Keating 0419 880 444

MonumentRoad

No expense spared

Take the worry and stress out of building! Get the Hamptons look in ajust completed, brand new and never been lived in house -the Ascot 36 built by award-winning builder,Boutique Homes.

Largely accommodating and flexible, the homes’ wonderful five-bedroom three-bathroom floorplan is zoned for privacy and peace of mind and is oriented north to capture the views to Mount Macedon.

On the ground floor,there is adedicated guest bedroom with bathroom, the bathroom has two-way access, astudy,theatre and family/meals area.

Equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, the kitchen features aIlve oven and combo hotplates, dishwasher,microwave, soft close doors and drawers, large island bench, 40mm stone tops and luxurious butler’spantry,making this kitchen an entertainer’s delight.

Extensive glazing connects to astunning outdoor area with undercover alfresco and extensive lawns, ideal for relaxing with friends and family

Upstairs there are four bedrooms, agenerous master suite, complete with double ensuite vanity, double shower and walk-in-robe is situated at the front, with three further bedrooms and family bathroom separated by an additional lounge/TV area. No expense has been spared and no option forgotten here –there are raised ceiling heights both up and down stairs, downlights throughout, ducted heating, air conditioning, cosy double glazing and plantation shutters and blinds throughout.

Fully landscaped both front and rear,including watering system, pop up sprinklers in the turf and extensive plantings -there’seven araised veggie garden already planted with seasonal produce!

Property: Brand newand not athing todo

Address: 47 Cotton Circuit, Gisborne

Price: $1,275,000 -$1,375,000

Agent: RT Edgar

Contact: Jason York 0447391 089 TravisCole 0428 202672

OBITUARY

Beloved balladeer

Broderick Smith

February 17, 1948 –April 30, 2023

Birthday Club

Renowned Australian singer, songwriter and musician, Broderick Smith, has died at his home in Castlemaine aged 75.

Born in Hertfordshire England, Brod emigrated to Australia with his family in 1959, settling in St Albans in Melbourne’s west.

Leaving school at 15, he worked as a messenger boy before taking ajob as a sales clerk at Allans Music retail store in Melbourne. On weekends Brod would play in small-time bands, initially on percussion.

In 1966 he joined the Adderley Smith Blues Band on vocals and harmonica alongside future Dingoes multi-instrumentalist Kerryn Tolhurst, although this was short lived as in 1968 Brod was conscripted into the Australian army, where he spent two years at Holsworthy Army Base in in south western Sydney. Brod would say in later years that his affinity with the Australian bush came from the close proximity he had to it during those days at Holsworthy.

Upon his discharge, Brod played briefly with country music group Sundown (also featuring Tolhurst) and in 1971 joined established blues rock band Carson, who were included on the bill of the first Sunbury Rock Festival in 1972. Carson recorded two charting singles and adebut album Blown, for Harvest Records which reached #14 in the National album charts in December. Not long after performing at the second Sunbury Rock Festival in 1973, Carson split. Harvest released alive recording of their performance titled On the Air in April 1973.

That same year, Brod won the role of The Father in the Australian production of the rock opera Tommy,alongside Daryl Braithwaite, Ross Wilson, Billy Thorpe, Doug Parkinson, Colleen Hewett and other stars of the day. He also formed The Dingoes with Kerryn Tolhurst and Chris Stockley, once again taking on vocal duties and harmonica.

The Dingoes early lineup eventually settled to include John Bois and John Lee and the band had successful singles with Boy On The Run and Way Out West and their self-titled debut album reached #18 on the national album chart. The Dingoes performed at both the 1974 and 1975 Sunbury Rock Festivals, giving Brod the distinction of having played all four Sunbury Festivals.

In 1976 the band relocated to the United States, where following protracted negotiations signed adealwith the tour management team behind the Rolling Stones and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

In October 1977, just prior to The Dingoes joining Lynyrd Skynyrd’s American tour as the opening act, three members of Lynyrd Skynyrd died when their chartered plane crashed in Mississippi.

The aftermath left the Skynyrd management team devastated and amid spiralling morale, their interest in The Dingoes virtually vanished overnight. The Dingoes remained in America until they split in early 1979 following the commercial failure of their third album Orphans of the Storm

Upon returning to Melbourne, Brod fronted several bands, most notably Broderick Smith’s Big Combo. In August 1980 Brod joined the all-star cast for the legendary Andrew Durant Memorial Concert at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre, acelebration of Durant’s songs with the band Stars, following his death from cancer aged just 25.

Brod’s moving performance of Andy’s final, previously unheard song, Ocean Deep, was and remains ahighlight of the night, which has deservedly gone down in the annals of Australian music history thanks to the concert being both recorded and filmed.

Broderick Smith’s Big Combo went on to establish aloyal following around the Australian pub circuit, signing with Glenn Wheatley’s Wheatley Records and in 1981 enjoyed considerable success with aselftitled album and two hit singles, Faded Roses and My Father’s Hands.Featuring some

of the country’s finest musicians, Big Combo gained areputation for alive show second to none, performing amix of original songs with aselection of covers from artists including Bruce Springsteen and Van Morrison.

By 1983, however, with no new original material to record, Brod and Big Combo co-founder, guitarist Mal Eastick, agreed to dissolve the band. Brod went on to spend the rest of the 1980s with varying lineups playing largely original material.

In the early 1990s Brod relocated to Castlemaine and continued to release highly acclaimed –ifnot mega selling –albums, most notably Suitcase,released on the Mushroom label in 1992. Featuring the legendary guitarist Steve Cropper of Booker T. &The M.G.s, along with the equally legendary Memphis Horns and some top-notch Australian musicians, Suitcase contains arguably one of Brod’s finest songs, the wistful Snowblind Moon

Brod went on to release another six albums, the last in 2018, titled Man out of Time.Released on the Bloodlines label simultaneously with ahandsome, lavishly presented memoir of the same name, published by Starman Books.

Brod also took on occasional acting work appearing in television dramas Blue Heelers and State Coroner among others, but music –especially his lyrics –remained his true love.

Agifted harmonica player, who for many years was an ambassador for Hohner Harmonicas, Brod used his considerable talent on harp to enhance asong, rather than dominate it. For Brod it was all about getting agood tone. “Always about the tone and not showing off with lots of notes,” he would say, “the song is the star and it’s better to play just afew notes that are right, than lots of notes wrong”.

Ever modest about his guitar-playing skills, at solo gigs he would often say “I don’t so much play the guitar as Imodel it”.

It was this humility along with his easy smile that drew people to him. On stage he was gregarious, charismatic and self-deprecating in equal measure. He was anatural raconteur; many of his shows would include as much storytelling as there was music. The stories were always hilarious.

Off the stage he was an affable, downto-earth everyman, always happy to stop for achat. He loved Castlemaine and there are many here who loved him. Laughter came to him easily, his sense of humour defiantly out of left field.

Brod remained close to his children, now all adults. He loved and was proud of each of them. His son Ambrose –also a musician –isinthe band King Gizzard and The Wizard Lizard, who have significant followings in the US and across Europe. Brod wrote and performed the spoken word narration for the band’s 2013 concept album, Eyes Like The Sky

Remaining humble and philosophical throughout his career, Brod was known for his generosity, kindness, and willingness to help others in the music industry and in the wider community. In his later years, he presented numerous workshops on songwriting and harmonica to schools and conducted regular music programs in prisons around central Victoria.

Brod continued performing right until the end, in March playing the Capital Theatre in Bendigo as support to two-time Grammy nominee Eric Bibb. His last performance in Castlemaine was on April 1, guesting with the Chequerboard Lounge Band at Theatre Royal as part of the Fringe Festival.

Brod’s final show was at Jaycee Park in Mildura with Richard Tankard, as support to John Williamson, only eight days before his death.

Broderick Smith was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 1995.

–Stephen Cross

Covering the Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander Shires Circulated throughout: Kyneton, Castlemaine,Gisborne,Malmsbury,Trentham, Woodend, Redesdale,Lancefield, Romsey,Macedon, Mt. Macedon, Metcalfe Chewton, Harcourt, Newstead,Maldon,Taradale, Elphinstone, Campbells Creek, Guildford, Barkers Creek, Sutton Grange, Baringhup,Muckleford, Yapeen.

ELLIOTT MIDLAND NEWSPAPERS KYNETON 3Market St., PO Box153,Kyneton, 3444 Telephone: (03) 5422 1488

Photo: Chris Franklin

BISHOP -Ian

6.5.2023 aged 89

Much lovedfather andabestmate. Iwill greatlymiss us spendingtime together andyou always being there forme.

Theystopped the world andyou got off

Thank youand farewell Dad

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CAIN

Philip George

Philip GeorgeCain passed away peacefully in Kyneton on May7th 2023, aged 95 years. The belovedhusband of Meryl(dec), Phil wasalso a cherished father, father-in-law, grandfather and greatgrandfather. He will be sadly missed.

In accordance with his wishes,a private burial in Maryborough will be attended by his family only

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KEAYS Kevin

Our condolences to the family of Kevin, who will be missed by all.

With love from the team at MakiPlant Hire xx

MOLINA SÁMANO

Nelly

Sadly passed away on the 08.05.2023 surrounded by her family.

Loving Mother, adored by Allan and Juliette Passionate Spanish Teacher (Maestra). Youwillbe deeply missedbut foreverloved. Te Queremos Mami.

Allan Leslie Whatley

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Arcare Castlemaine on 14th May2023, aged88years

Dearly lovedhusband of Lynette, loving father of Simon, Andrew, Jason and Fiona. Father in lawofMichele,Jacquelyn, Renee and Peter Much lovedPatoJessica, Laura, Emma,Cameron, Matthew, Fletcher,Jasper and Piper. Great Grandpa to Oscar,Stella, Charlie,Finn, Olivia (dec.), Eli, Matilda and Tahlia.

'Maythe winds of love blow softly, and whisper foryou to hear, that we willloveand rememberyou, and foreverkeep younear.'

We had an interesting journeywith lots of lovely family and friends

Sleep tightmyloveand thank you. Your Loving Wife, Lyn.

Nowatpeace

Loving father of Simon, thebestfather in lawtoMichele and special pa to Emma and herpartner,Jack. Tough until the end. We will miss our conversations and of course,the Pa jokes

In loving memoryofawonderful father,Paand Great Grandpa. Love Alwaysfrom Andrew,Jacquelyn, Jessica, Murray, Oscar,Stella, Laura, Larry, Charlie andFinn. Our days will be poorer foryour passing,but we have been so blessed to have youinour lives

Foreverinour hearts

Youmade lifebeautiful by unselfish deeds, generous thoughts forothers needs, happy, smiling, alwayscontent, and respected where ever youwent. Youwere afather,father in-lawand pa to us all, we all love youand talk about all the memories we hadwith you. Youare nowout of pain and at peace Rest in peace Jason, Renee,Cameron, Kylie,Matthew, Makayla, Konor and Jaimee Great grandpa to Olivia (dec.), Eli, Matilda andTahlia. With tears we sawyou suffer Dad, we watchedyou fade away, our hearts were slowly breaking, as youfought so hard to stay. Youdid not want to leave us, butyou did not go alone, forpartofuswentwith you, the dayyou werecalled home With all our Love, Fiona, Peter,Fletcher, Nina, Jasper,Piper and Deni.

BISHOP

Family and friends of Ian Arthur Bishop are warmly invited to aService to Celebrate his life, to be held at the Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5Piper Street, Kyneton on Tuesday (23rd May, 2023) at 11 a.m. Aburial at the Kyneton Cemeterywill follow.

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REDMOND (Née Fogarty)

ARequiem Massfor the Repose of the Soul of the late Margaret Mary Redmond will be offered at St. Mary’sCatholic Church 85 Main St, Romsey on Friday 19th May2023 Commencing at 1.30pm

ABurial at Lancefield Cemeterywill follow.

Rosarywill be recited in the above church the evening prior Thursday18th May at 7pm

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Reginald Cue

Family and friends are invited to attend Reg's funeral service, to be held in the CrickChapel at Fawkner Cemetery, 1187 SydneyRoad, Fawkner on Thursday18thMay at 11.30am. The service will be livestreamed forthose unable to attend. Fordetails visit Reg’stribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals Aburial service will be held forReg at the Castlemaine Cemetery on Friday19thMay at 11.00am.

Castlemaine 5470 5951

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TraceyOtt

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service forMiss TraceyOtt, to be held in Liberty Christian LifeCentre, 5Blanket Gully Road, Campbells Creek on Friday19thMay at 2.00pm. Following this service the cortege will leave forthe Castlemaine Cemetery.

Castlemaine 5470 5951

Aservice to celebrate Allan’slife will be held in the Church of Christ, BlakeleyRoad, Castlemaine on Monday22ndMay commencing at 11.00am. Aprivate cremation will follow. The service will be livestreamed forthose unable to attend. Fordetails please visit Allan’s tribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals

Lovedhusband of Lynette, cherished and loving father of Pauline,Stephen and Veneta and pop to Leah, Emily,Macey, Jason and Henry.

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Huge win for U16 Rangers

Woodend tops in pennant

Bill West

Woodend has confirmed its rating as the top pennant side in the Dalhousie District Golf Association with atight 3-2 victory in the division 1scratch final.

The back-to-back win was achieved on the Euroa course after being switched there at late notice from Maryville due to greens being cored.

Undeterred, the Woodend players adapted to the pressure of being defending champions with an unbeaten pennant record in the lead-up matches this season, as well as the course switch.

DDGA pennant finals in 2025 aswell."

Hearnden also thanked the strong contingent of Woodend members who travelled to Euroa to lend their support on the Sunday

The final was not without its anxious moments for Woodend as Hidden Valley players produced some fine golf

The Woodsmen achieved an early confidence-boosting lead with match-play victories to team captain Matt Payne and life member Andrew Davies.

Kyneton Rangers U16 Girls played in Woodend on Saturday against the Epsom Scorpions. Kyneton dominated the game with an impressive goal from Bronte in the fouth minute of the game, followed by another two from Sian in as many minutes.

The Kyneton girls' skill and precision in passing, rarely allowed the ball outside of their attacking half. Epsom held strong in defence but were ultimately outskilled, with many of the Kyneton Rangers pushing forward displaying technical accuracy,utilising space wide on the field to advance on goal.

Captain Emma led with quiet confidence and supporting positive talk among the girls throughout the game.

In the second half, Kyneton scored another four goals, the first from acorner kick by Amber to captain Emma. Striking support from Amber fed another ball into the top corner of the goal. Amassive 50m kick from Bec found the back of the net, closing offwith Sian for the final goal for ahat trick.

Kyenton 7, defeated Epsom nil, to win their second game and now sit comfortably on the ladder in the Bendigo Amateur Soccer League.

Town &District

GOLFresults

CASTLEMAINE

Athrilling end to Castlemaine women’s 2023 club championship last week, with Jen Dyer the winner by ONE stroke after 54 holes.

Dyer carded 101, 197, 102 –300to edge out Marg Lang 103, 100, 98 –301

TheB-grade title went to Swee Ho 118, 110, 112 –340, from Peggy Ronnau 118, 112, 112 –342.

The 54-hole handicap winner was Jacqui Phiddian (50 handicap) with nett 84, 73, 72 –229,fivestrokes clear of Dyer.

test should come along at 9.30am.

In the semi-finals, McClure beat Barry Murphy on the 19th, and Hansen cruised to a6/4 margin against Noel Alldis.

The second and final round of the prestigious 2023 Dr Groves Trophy event was completed last Tuesday, with the consistent Lorraine Ryan’s nett 75 giving he a six-shot victory with a144 tally, six strokes clear of Banksie Buckley and Grace Parkinson.

Rosemary Dowling, granddaughter of Dr Groves, travelled from Melbourne to present the trophy. Dr Groves was one of the founding fathers of Kyneton Golf Club.

The daily competition went to Judy Andred with 99-29-70, from Beth Murray 103-28-75, with Terry Morley (48) winning over nine holes with 25 points.

Wednesday stableford: Anthony DiBella (10) with 40 points, from Tien Ho (8) on 38. Ladies –Marg Scoble (25) with 32 points.

DiBella’s winning streak continued on Saturday as he captured A-grade with 37 points, from Terry Gamble (6) with 35. Damian Summers (16) ran hot with 44 points, nine clear of B-grsde runner-up Malcolm McKellar (24).

NTPs went to Mat Hodgkiss (2), DiBella, Summers,Gamble, Robyn MacRae and Teaote Davies.

LANCEFIELD

Bert Parks (17) took out Lancefield’s stableford event on Saturday with 38 points, one clear of Jason Byron (10).

Last season’s3.5 –1.5 final victory at Broadford over Euroa broke along division 1pennant drought for the Woodsmen.

To make it two in arow was acause for prolonged celebrations around ablazing bonfire when the team and supporters returned home.

Woodend club president Barney Hearnden could not have been prouder of the club and its players.

“Being Club of the Year in Victoria is great, and this victory adds another positive achievement to our club’s121-year-old history," he said.

“We’re really excited to be hosting the

Rs Jensen 29 and Wendy Nicholas 28.

Legends: Denis Davenport 80-6-74, from Peter McGill 84-8-76 and Ed Godek 94-17-77.

Note: Dalhousie District Golf Association’s men’s tournament takes place at Lancefield on Sunday, May 28. Bookings on DDGA website.

MOUNT MACEDON

The first round of the club’s 54-hole championship took place on Saturday.

Unsurprisingly, leaders are Alex Fraser with 68 and Jim Hynes 70 off the stick. Both are multiple club champions.

Alarge field competed in dry, still autumn conditions, conducive to good scoring and happy golfers.

Indefatigable captain Mick Doyle won A-grade with 74-8-64, and Isaac Golden 85-18-67 was best in C-grade.

The overall and B-grade winners was Nick Cieesielski with 79-15-64.

ROMSEY

Davey Kenney goes into the final round of Romsey’s 2023 championship with a four-shot lead over Mick Squire.

Mitch Atlas shot 77 to go with his first round 74 on Saturday, while Squire carded 81 to add to his 77. Atlas also leads the A-grade handicap event on 137.

In B-grade, Simon Donovan is the runaway scratch leader with 82, 82 –164, with John Freestone 101-99- 200 is ahead by six shots from from Craig Sandy.

Seamus Whelan clinched victory for Woodend, winning atight match on the first extra play-offhole after finishing all square.

Nick Coxand Danny Bellchambers have enjoyed fine seasons, and battled valiantly before being edged out by their opponents.

As reported in last week’s Express, Mount Macedon won the scratch division 2 final, defeating Trentham 3.5 to 1.5 to earn promotion to the top division next season.

Woodend’shopes of repeating last season’sthree pennant victories evaporated, with the restricted handicap division 1side going down 4-1 against Seymour, and the handicap division 3lineup losing 3-2 against Broadford.

Mick Nicholls Jnr.

Reigning women’s club champion, Jenny Harley, holds aone stroke led from Jenny Hartley after they shot 100 and 101 respectively in the first round of the 20223 event.

Lorraine Robb played consistent golf to win the day’s event with 127-46-81 on a countback from Hartley 100-19-81. Baker had the least putters (29).

In the fourth round of DDGA women’s pennant at Seymour last week, Romsey excelled to topple the previously unbeaten Yea 3/2.

TRENTHAM

Saturday’s 4BBB stroke event served as aqualifier for the doubles knockout, with low scores indicating the superb conditions.

Tim Overden (29) and Ray Hannam (12) scored 58 to edge out Brendan and Peter McMenamin on acountback.

Women’s four ball: Veronica Maher (21) and Trish Mann (17) 44, from Alexandra Evered (16) and Alison Bourchers (14) 42.

WOODEND

Congratulations toDane Thompson and Taj Warren on winning another gold letter event. They are the Tom Surtees 4BBB champions for 2003.

The final went right down to the wire with youth prevailing 2/1 over Nevile Bottoms –Mick Keating.

KYNETON

The final of the RSL Singles Knockout will be played this Saturday between Jason McClure and Jesper Hansen.

Anyone wanting to witness agoodcon-

Alaistair Beard (29) filled third spot on acountback from Gavin Winwood and Wayne Mee.

In the women’s midweek stableford the winner was Di Rohde with 31 points, from

Numerous players broke their handicaps in Saturday’s May stableford for the Bruce Robb Medal.

Donovan (15) led the way with 41 points from Luke Lyons (12) on 39, and NTPs went to Mal Mottram, Dean Kohler and

Royal Woodend attracted abig field for Saturday’s stableford with the best round of the day coming from A-grader Dave Vickers (14) with 39 points, from Grant Davies (12) on 38.

Lynden Cox (26) captured B-grade with 35 points.

Lorraine Ryan received her trophy from Rosemary Dowling.

Worthy winners: Woodend’s division 1pennant side pictured after their triumph –from left –Nick Cox, Seamus Whelan, Daniel Payne (captain), Andrew Davies, Danny Bellchambers.

Kate Koster.

Agony, ecstasy eccsstas as Tigers win s Tiiggeers s n

Adesperate Kyneton victory by two points at Gisborne on Saturday brings various ramifications for the Bendigo League’s football season.

When the final siren blew it was a mixture of emotions both on and offthe field; agony for the reigning premiers who want Gardiner Reserve to be afortress, and jubilation as Kyneton stays alive with two successive victories and amatch to follow against arch rivals Castlemaine on May 27.

The Tigers’ spirit was well and truly back with the scoreboard showing a12.3 (75) to 10.13 (73) result; the Bulldogs were in line for an afternoon’sclean sweep of netball and football victories until the main footy match provided adifferent outcome to what many anticipated.

It’sa bye across the BFNL this Saturday and both Gisborne and Kyneton players may well appreciate the break.

Atremendous start by the Tigers es-

tablished an early lead on Saturday,and it was never relented though the Bulldogs rallied strongly in the very tense last quarter to whittle down the margin.

Abig plus for Gisborne was the return of champion forward Paddy McKenna. He kicked five of his side’s10goals despite plenty of attention from the Tiger defenders.

McKenna in the Gisborne side provides much more attacking power against the stronger sides.

The elusive Cam Manuel was at his brilliant best for the winners.

There was plenty of anticipation at three-quarter-time in both camps, and the Tigers defended grimly as the time clock ticked down, and supporters agonised on the outcome.

Manuel finished with four goals, and Jake Summers turned in one of his best games, with strong defender Harry Huntley proving his worth.

Tigerstake Equity Cup

The annual Gender Equity Cup resulted in an easy win for Kyneton over Mount Alexander Falcons at Harcourt on Saturday afternoon.

It was Jen Schellekens' 50th game for the Tigers and for the first half the Falcons applied plenty of pressure in ahalf where the unbeaten Tigers scored 3.5.

The game was back in Kyneton’sfavour well and truly in the second half, with the margins being 12.12 to 2.1.

Taylah Moore’ssix goals took her tally to 21 in three games.

Best for the winners were H. Erasmus, P. Turnbull, P. Williams, A. Strawhorn, E. Gibson and T. Ainslie.

The match was played in good spirits as both teams have a strong connection in the work they are doing offthe field in access, inclusion and equity in sport.

Highlight of the day was the presentation of the Equity Cup, described as “when acup is not acup”.

It is an incredible piece of artwork designed and created by local artist Anna Schwann.

One continuous piece of metal cast in solid aluminium, it weighs about seven kilos. Easy enough for one to lift, but more satisfying to lift by many

Made to be held by many,the cup has abundant twists and turns that act as grips, ashared experience. The salient point of this design is to hold the cup to celebrate your community and the ride that got you to this point, together

Special thanks went to Craig MacDonald from Garage Art Foundry,Elphinstone and Duncan Freedman from RMIT’sFoundry for support with construction and casting.

Of the younger brigade, local lads Dom Bonnington and Brody Muir impressed again, and Mason Crozier and Angus Strawhorn were also valuable.

Gisborne will be left ruing some missed opportunities, and May 27 sees atrip north to Golden Square.

In the Reserves match, the Bulldogs seized control early keen to make amends for two very narrow defeats.

An excellent low-scoring game unfolded, but the home side made sure Kyneton did not get aflood of goals.

Coach Ryan Pretty continued his good form for the Kyneton, with Bayden Ganim, Francis Randall, Brody Thrum, Jack Pilbeam, and Darcy Harris also in good form.

Final score was 8.9 (57)to 5.7 (37).

The Gisborne Under 18s are premiership favourites, out to repeat their 2022 success.

Their polished ball movement paid dividends, and Tigers’ coach Ethan Foreman

will have his side primed for three critical games after the bye.

Better players for Kyneton were William Armstrong, Dempsey Roberts, Cody Young, Josh Gray,Cormac Sutton and Lachlan Thompson.

Adominant Gisborne won 24.13 (157) to 2.1 (13).

Tough innetball

Kyneton netball teams, low in numbers with illnesses across all grades, found the going tough against polished Gisborne sides on Saturday

The Kyneton A-graders battled hard at both ends of the court, with Tilly Shepherd and Jessica Mangan turningover plenty of missed shots

Quick transition and strong defensive pressure led to Gisborne’s54-26 victory. Scores in Gisborne’sfavour in the other four matches were: Senior A-reserve –82 –22; B-grade –71-37; B-reserve –63-18; 17&Under –92-9.

L-R: Kyneton FNC’s Natalie Korinfsky, Women’s Health Loddon Mallee CEO Trisha Currie and Mount Alexander Falcons Club president Alana Wearne with the Gender Equity Cup.

Dom Bonnington was among Kyneton’s best in the Tigers’ victory over Gisborne on Saturday. (Inset) Tom Quinn scored two goals for the Tigers.

Saintsdemolish Rovers

Trentham footballers are ready to go and produce awinning performance when they travel to Harcourt on Saturday

Both sides are unbeaten after five rounds, and top spot beckons for the Saints.

They demolished Maryborough Rovers by amassive 234 points on Saturday, with Sam Winnard leading the way with 14 majors.

Trentham Reserves also went on a scoring spree, kicking 38 goals.

Luke Whitehouse 11,and Joshua Gray and Mitchell Jensen each contributed six.

LIONS TRIUMPH

Harcourt faced its first real test of the 2023 season when it travelled across the Moolort Plains to tackle top three contender Carisbrook on Saturday

The first quarter was areal scrap as both sides fought for possession and the ascendency early with the Redbacks kicking 1.2 and holding the Lions to 0.3 to hold aslender nine point lead at quarter time.

The battled continued in the second term with both Brook and Lions only managing two goals apiece while other shots went begging.

At half-time the home side retained a five-point advantage over the 2022 premiers.

The crowd at Hedges Oval were treated to areal spectacle in the third as both sides smashed on another six goals at each end of the ground, but with both sides applying plenty of pressure around the goals alot of chances went begging.

At the final change Brook held aslender two-point lead and looked poised to hand the Lions their first defeat of the season.

The battle royale continued in the final term with Brook belting eight goals and the Lions nine and amyriadofpoints to get over the line by nine points at the final siren.

Cameron Anderson was once again in top form for the Lions kicking three goals, other goal kickers were Brayden Frost, Thomas Walters 2and Kyle Hamilton.

Best were Edward Coulthard, Brayden Frost, Darby Semmens, Cameron Anderson, Jeffrey McMurtrie and Thomas Walters.

The win sees the Lions jump into second spot on the table just behind Trentham on percentage, while Carisbrook has dropped to third.

BOMBERS VICTORIOUS

Maldon had astrong win over Lexton to claim their third for the season in front of a home crowd at Bill Woodfull Reserve.

The Tigers were in touch with the Dons in the firstterm with only two points separating the teams at quarter-time.

But Maldon continued to apply pressure and win the ball kicking another four goals to Lexton'sone in the second term to open up a22point lead at half time.

Lexton won plenty of the Sherrin in the third kicking another five goals to Maldon's 4.6. However,despite their efforts the margin was still 22 points at the final change.

Both sides locked their opponents down in atight final quarter with both only managing one goal apiece. But in the end the home side held on to post an important 26-point win.

Rhys Ford 4and Cody Gunn 3led the way for Maldon with Patrick Long bagging 2and Brodie Leonard-Shannon, Ashley Woodman and Sen Greene kicking one each.

Best for Maldon were Seb Greene, Matthew Gray,Joshua Pascoe, Brodie Leonard-Shannon, Alex Farrow and Billy Johns.

The victory sees the Bombers sitting just inside the eight.

STEADERS SOLID

Newstead secured agood win over Royal Park in front of ahome crowd at the Newstead Recreation Reserve last Saturday to record their fourth win from five games and are now sitting in fifth spot on the table.

The Steaders started with asolid first term effort kicking four goals to the Tigers' three and held a10-point buffer at the first change.

The side slammed on another six goals in the second to blow the lead out to 21 points at half time.

Arevved-up Tigers came back to the ground full of determination in the third and both sides only managed to scrape through two goals each.

However,the Roos really hit their stride in the last term kicking another six goals to three to claim aconvincing 49-point win.

Tyler James was again in top form kicking 4, Todd Delahey also snapped 4, Bradley Richardson 3, Joel Smith 3and Jonty Entwistle, Heath Lawrence, Aidan

McConachy and Mitch Hough 1.

Best were Joel Smith, Mitch Hough, Bradley Richardson, Anthony Robins and Todd Delahey CREEKERS DOWNED

Campbells Creek made the journey to Navarre and faced achallenging opponent in the in-form Grasshoppers.

The Creekers held the home side to just three goals for the opening term. But they were unable to find an avenue to goal themselves andeventually went down by 159 points despite adetermined effort against atop eight contender

Best for the Magpies were Michael

GAMES

In other matches, Talbot secured a 10-point win over Dunolly and Natte Bealiba had aconvincing 89-point win over Avoca.

In round six clashes this weekend Harcourt hosts Trentham in what will be the match of the round, Campbells Creek hosts Royal Park,Newstead hits the road to take on Natte Bealiba, Maldon journey to Avoca, Lexton versus Carisbrook, Maryborough welcomes Talbot and Dunolly takes on Navarre.

Magpies host ‘FamilyDay’fixture

Ahuge crowd flocked to the Camp Reserve last Saturday to catch Castlemaine tackle Kangaroo Flat in round five of Bendigo Football Netball League season and enjoy the 'Family Day' festivities at half-time.

The event was abig success and the club thank Trinity Mawson who coordinated the free clinics during half-time of the Senior game and all the senior players who helped out.

The Seniors were in touch with Flat at quarter-time trailing by just three points.

But the Roos got the better of the Magpies in the second term and by half time they had extended their lead by 25 points.

The third term was areal arm wrestle with neither side being able to gain alot of ground.

Flat had inched out to a35lead at the final change.

The Kangaroos ran over the top of Castlemaine in the last quarter kicking another four goals to two to win by 49 points.

Goal kickers for the home side were Nicholas Woodman 2, with one each to Callum McConachy,Matthew Filo, Brendan Josey and Daniel Lawson.

Liam Wilkinson was best on ground for the Magpies and was well supported by Matthew Filo, Nicholas Woodman, TysonJackson, John Watson and Ben Moran.

The Reserves did not fare as well going down to a dominant Roos by 161 points.

Best for the Magpies were Ethan Maltby,Mitchell Langley,Thomas Langley,James Lord, Wilson Staples and Jordan Cochrane.

The U18 footballers showed great signs early and only

trailed by seven points at quarter time.

Castlemaine continued to battle hard all game but their valiant efforts couldn't overcome the competition. In the end the Roos won by 37 points.

Goal kickers for the Magpies were Kyan Martin, Tate Whaley 2, Dallas Keogh-Frankling and Callam DeBono.

Best were Curtis McLennan, Austin Peace, Archie Rixon, Xavior Noy,Oliver Daldy and Alton Bracken.

Huge congratulations the Magpies AGrade Netball team this week as they dominated Kangaroo Flat in a 16 goal win. Kangaroo Flat are only one of two sides the team didn't defeat last season, and it was the first time in recent memory the Magpies have defeated the Roos in A Grade. Best on court was Shaid Sasalu.

Netball results also saw the 17 and Under team draw in acompetitive game 35 all, while AReserve experienced anarrow three goal loss. Best on Court for 17 and Under was Paige Langley and AReserve Rachelle McLean.

BGrade and BReserve had atougher time on the court but never bowed their heads. Best were Katina Hawken and Emily Cooper

Sunday saw the Magpie Senior Women'sside take the bus to Woorinen for ahighly anticipated clash against the new team in the AFL Central VicWomen'sLeague.

Woorinen kicked the opening goal and set the pace in the first quarter.A reset at the break resulted in ascoreless Tigers as the Magpies kicked four goals in succession. They maintained the lead against the physical Woorinen side, extending it to eight goals by the final siren. Abbey Bertram was named best. Thanks to Mat Taft for driving the bus, and Caleb Kuhle for club umpiring

through the day

This weekend the Magpies BFNL teams have aleague bye and the Senior Women'sfootballers also have a league bye due to the CVFL Women'sInter-league game on Sunday May 21atMooroopna Recreation Reserve against Northern Country Women'sLeague. Team selection will occur this week. Best of luck to the local players in contention.

The Magpies dug deep against the Roos.

Photo: Max Lesser

Dettmer,TysonWilliams, Jordan Baker, Nicholas O’Brien and Brock Munn. OTHER

Trentham Saints demolished Maryborough Rovers by amassive 234 pointson Saturday.

Photo: SteveHammond

DIGGERS

RIDDELL3.0

GOALS: Riddell :Ben Sonogan 3Trent Stead 2HaydnRoss

Oliver Powell BEST: Riddell :Jesse HortonTommyAlkemade

TrentStead Joshua Grabham Callum Williamson Thomas Eiszele

WESTERN

GOALS: Romsey:Jack Jedwab 8LiamMuir 2Samuel Wilson

2Gavin Cathie 2Benjamin Way2Nathan Hoy2 Daniel

Paterson Callum Sankey BEST: Romsey:Aaron Paterson

Nathan RaymentJackJedwab Samuel Wilson Jaxson

Kinnear Seamus Menner

WOODEND-HESKET2.3

GOALS: Woodend-Hesket: RPaterson 2JPound2S

Medland JArceriJ Dowling DToman BEST: Woodend-

Hesket: TMartin ARae HGiddings RPaterson JDowling J

LANCEFIELD

GOALS: Macedon: HGovan 3DSalpietro3DPhyland 2M

Rutledge Lancefield: MConlan2LMalone BBryantS Jowett

TWaters BEST: Macedon: HGovan ZSmedley ZBaggs T

Sims DPhyland JDyerLancefield: LFellows RO MearaT

Waters LGiles BBryantO Bryant Reserves

DIGGERS

RIDDELL

GOALS: Riddell :JarrydGardiner 2Connor Hagan Alex

Cruickshank Mark Hocking BEST: Riddell :TobyHazelden

MaxWebb Rhys Hannan NicMay BrentonFaulkner Jake Curll ROMSEY

WESTERN RAMS

GOALS: Romsey:Aiden Smith 4Joshua Martin 2JackLewis

Thorsen 2Joel De Haas Billy Goodwin Connor LeverCharlie

Jedwab Daniel KilkennyLuke Mitchell BEST: Romsey:Jacob Martin Aiden Smith Connor LeverBen Xiriha Joel De Haas

Smiley

GOALS: Woodend-Hesket: MaxAmbler 3EvanDavie 3Jack

Wolfli 2KierenHaddad 2DannyHarrison Nathan Stephens

RupertMiranda BEST: Woodend-Hesket: Phillip Romeril DannyHarrison Nathan Stephens Paul PodburyJackWolfli

Seniors

Newstead: LFlower5 MRamsey 3DKeane 3B

2J Thomas 2SDaldy FChapman LChapman CChapman MHepburnS ShovanD Threlfall RWhiteH Bogaski. BEST: Newstead: BJackson SDaldy RWhiteS

Tie in netball

Chasing their first win, Romsey A-grade netballers had to settle for a49-49 tie in athrilling finish against Western Rams on Saturday

Woodend-Hesket’splaying coach Mel Grbac was pleased with her side’s53-23 result at home to Melton Centrals, following an unexpected defeat against Rams in the previous round.

Riddell continued its good form with a65-29 demolition of reigning premiers Diggers Rest, and undefeated ladder-leader Macedon eclipsed Lancefield 57-31.

Other RDFNL grade scores were:

B-grade: Lancefield 44 dMacedon 39, Rams 31 dRomsey 21, Melton Centrals 36 dWoodendHesket 32, Diggers Rest 41 d Riddell 27.

C-grade: Macedon 44dLancefield 23,Riddell 35 dDiggers Rest 22, Melton Centrals 30 dWoodendHesket 29, Rams 62 dRomsey 11 19&Under: Lancefield 38 d Macedon 17,Riddell 35 dDiggers Rest 16, Melton Centrals 26 dWoodend-Hesket 16, Rams 59 d Romsey 8.

Classrucklifts Hawks

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Big ruckman TimMartin (pictured), a dual Michelsen Medal winner for Sandhurst, showed on Saturday he will be ahuge asset to Woodend-Hesket’spush to reach the Riddell League finals this season

Martin won the Michelsen in 2013 and 2014, and was best afield for Banyule against Eltham in the 2022 grand final.

He was also best afield in his first match on Gilbert Gordon Oval on Saturday,and should improve further as the season progresses.

May be worth going to Romsey this Saturday to see how Martin deals with the challenge from the Redbacks’ ruck duo of Matt Huy and Ben Way!

Woodend-Hesket’stalented smaller brigade, including Ethan Minns, Daniel Toman, and Sam Medland, must be excited to have Martin as aHawk.

In Saturday’smatch, which was scrappy and congested at times, the Hawks were never going to lose against Melton Centrals, but both sides struggled to score goals for much of the match.

Only five goals came in the first half, and the final score in favour of the Hawks was 8.9 (57) to 2.7 (19).

Romsey,with the irrepressible Jack Jed-

wab kicking eight goals, demolished Western Rams by 105 points, with speedster Aaron Paterson again having an influence.

The Hawks could put quality defender Marcus close to Jedwab on Saturday Redbacks’ coach Justin Sherman has had the Redbacks in training since midNovember and is confident team plans are working out, as shown when beating Riddell on May 6.

Recruiting umpires

Riddell faced another tough test at home to Diggers Rest on Saturday,with the visitors leading throughout after a5.3 first-term burst.

The final margin was 15 points, with Diggers Rest avenging last season’sgrand final defeat.

The Bombers will probably welcome having the bye this Saturday,then return for two very winnable games before taking on Wallan.

Lancefield, after awin over Melton Centrals, welcomed Macedon under lights on Saturday evening.

The Cats, still without injured captain Jason Cook, were happy to break through for their first win, with Hamish Govan (ex-Kyneton) turning in atop game, while defender Luke Fellowes and skipper TomWaters were again in the Tigers’ best.

150th BOOK SOON

Lancefield play at Wallan onSaturday,and are gearing up for the launch of the club’sspecial 150th History Book at the match against Romsey on May 27.

Ahighlight will be the senior team wearing areplica of Lancefield’sfirst premiership team from 1888.

The guernsey will carry the name and number of each of the players from the 1888 team on the sash.

Lancefield’sA-grade netballers will wear a replica of the first netball dress Lancefield ever donned.

Riddell Umpires Association is making aconcerted effort to boost the number of umpires available for the remainder of this season.

Tomorrow (Wednesday) evening a‘Come andTry Night is being held at Melton'sMacPherson Park for potential umpires –field, goal or boundary

Special guests will be AFL field umpires Jacob Mollison and Rob Findlay

It’sa chance forrecently retired or ex-players to stay in the game and consider umpiring.

Male or female, of all ages, are invited to come along, with training to begin at 6pm.

Email gm@riddellumpires.com.au for more information.

RDFNL games

The Romsey versus WoodendHesket football encounter is the match of the day in the Riddell League on Saturday

Other matches:

Wallan vLancefield.

Melton Centrals vMacedon. Diggers Rest vWestern Rams. Riddell abye

Happy Hawks: Woodend-Hesket’s women’s team is pictured with Melbourne Football Club’s AFLW star Olivia Purcell after defeating Melton by 16 points at Gilbert Gordon Oval on Saturday. Coach Chris Broimley (at right) is pleased with the improvement being shown by his players each match.

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