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Council backs pokies fight

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"We know the detriment and the harm that gambling can have in communities and this is a public health issue and it needs and deserves a public health response," she said.

MRSC’s submission to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission will include the SEIA, Romsey community survey report, and a community submissions log.

The submission will also include a peer review of a research report included in the Romsey Hotel EGM application that challenges the validity of the applicant's survey data.

ROMSEY POKIES HISTORY Romsey Football Netball Club applied for 50 EGMs last year amid plans for a $10 million overhaul of the 90-94 Main Street pub.

The pub has stood stagnant for years following MRSC's successful fight of a similar application more than a decade ago in a battle that went to the Supreme Court.

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Romsey residents have spoken: a majority do not support an application for 50 electronic gaming machines at Romsey Hotel.

Last week, Macedon Ranges Shire Council confirmed it would again fight pokies plans for the venue based on net detriment to the community.

Cr Geoff Neil said the move spoke volumes and was "supportive of the Romsey community in its opposition to the application".

A Romsey township survey and a comprehensive Social and Economic Impact Assessment were pivotal in the council's decision-making.

The survey found 60.36 per cent of respondents (of 4027 surveys) believed the proposed 50 EGMs would have a negative impact on the broader community. Further, 59.93 per cent of respondents did not support the application.

According to the SEIA, the proposal would have a nega-

tive impact with a net detriment of 0.66 on the wellbeing of the community under the ‘no net detriment test’.

Incremental impact of social and economic benefits and detriments over a 20-year evaluation period determined a likely net cost of about negative $4.30 million as a result of the application.

Last week, Cr Jennifer Anderson said there was a lot to be analysed and assured the council's decision was not made on a whim.

"If the evidence is here to show that there is a net detriment to our community, it's very important that we try to protect our community from that detriment," she said.

"There is still work to come, but we can be confident that we have done that research, we've analysed what others have said, and we can be comfortable in our decisionmaking today."

Mayor Annette Death said unanimous support from councillors sent a strong message that the council was "very concerned about this application".

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Owner Jim Hogan applied for 30 EGMs at the hotel in 2005, which raised significant opposition in the community. The pub lost its battle and has been closed since 2017.

Cr Rob Guthrie was a councillor at the time of the previous Romsey pokies application and was disappointed to face it again.

"I was personally disappointed to see this raise its head again when so many other sporting facilities are getting rid of these machines," he said.

"I was disappointed to see it and I am also disappointed for the Romsey community, that they've had to go through all this angst again. I am hoping that we get the same output as last time."

Councillors warned that this was just beginning of a long process that could span 12 months or more.

FIGHT SPEND: $92,000 So far, the council has spent about $92,000 in creating its submission for the Romsey Hotel application. This includes development of the Social and Economic Impact Assessment, community survey and related activities, such as legal advice.

Council officers sought expert legal

advice from Maddocks regarding Gambling Regulations and Privacy Legislation.

MRSC also engaged independent consultants SGS Economics and Planning to prepare the SEIA, and Insync Surveys Pty Ltd to undertake the community survey.

Funds spent on the matter were outside the council’s original approved 2023/24 Budget. The additional budget allocation was presented to councillors for endorsement during a mid-year budget review in February.

QUICK FACTS Macedon Ranges Shire has three EGM venues with a total of 103 EGMs. As of November 2023, there are 2.5 EGMs per 1000 adults. The shire is below its municipal cap of 355 EGMs. In 2022-23 EGM expenditure across these three venues collectively was $9,089,731. For the last decade (prior to 2020) the number and expenditure on EGMs in Macedon Ranges Shire was generally steady at about $9.2 million per annum and 95-103 EGMs. In 2022-23 the average annual expenditure per machine across the three venues in Macedon Ranges Shire was $88,250 (or a Net Machine Revenue of $242).

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The Castlemaine Secondary College Music Support Group is fundraising to take 45 of its talented local young musicians/singers to compete in this weekend's Generations in Jazz Music Festival.

Group president Tiffany Speight said this would be the first opportunity for the music students to compete and partake in this prestigious event representing their school.

"They will be accompanied by five teachers who are kindly donating their time to make this possible," Tiffany said.

The cost per student is $450 and this covers food/accommodation and transportation.

The CSC Music Support Group has raised $6800 so far through generous sponsorship and barbecue/bake sales and a raffle but it is still short of its $20,000 target and recently launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise the remaining funds.

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Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas and District 2 Commander Darren Eenjes handed over the keys to the three new trucks at an event in Lancefield on Friday.

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Forest Creek Tattoo artists Laurette, Leonie and Jade, pictured here with their little mascot ‘Rosa’, were thrilled to raise $12,200 for CASACV.

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"We spend hours with our clients and they often chat to us about their lives so it would be good to be armed with information and tools to be able to provide support if and when needed."

Leonie said they had a couple of representatives from CASACV there on the day

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Victoria Police is warning the state’s most dangerous family violence perpetrators there’s nowhere to hide.

Crime Statistics Agency figures show 29,233 family violence offenders were either arrested or summonsed to court last year. It equates to an average of 80 arrests or summons to court each day.

The figures are up slightly on the previous year when an average 79 arrests or summons were made each day.

The vast majority of offenders were arrested for serious family violence crimes, as well as actively avoiding police detection, outstanding warrants or unserved family violence intervention orders, stalking and making threats.

Family Violence Command Assistant Commissioner, Lauren Callaway, said family violence was completely unacceptable and there was never an excuse or justification for the crime.

“Our message to family violence perpetrators is clear: closed doors will not protect you from being tracked down and held to account,” Callaway said.

If you are concerned about your own or someone else’s behaviour, support services are available.

No to Violence runs a Men’s Referral Service which helps men who use violence to change their behaviour and can be contacted on 1300 766 491.

If you or someone close to you discloses they are a victim of family violence, believe them and encourage them to contact police or a support service.

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We’ve released our 2024/2025 proposed budget and we want to hear from you.

The budget outlines our priorities for the upcoming financial year.

Some of the highlights include flood protection initiatives, a public art installation, and recreation projects in Campbells Creek, Norwood Hill, Newstead and Harcourt.

“The proposed budget was developed in consultation with the community,” said Mayor Matthew Driscoll.

“We have an engaged and knowledgeable community in our shire, and all ideas and input have been incredibly valuable when putting together the proposed budget.

“There are some amazing initiatives to look forward to over the coming financial year. I encourage everyone to have a look and tell us what you think.”

Read the proposed budget and have your say at shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/ 2024-2025-budget.

to spread awareness about their services, and a number of those in attendance sung the praises of the local service with comments such as, "they saved my life" or "they saved my friend's life".

"Services such as CASACV are vital in supporting victims in our local region," Leonie said.

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The team at Forest Creek Tattoo in Castlemaine has once held a flash day to raise vital funds for charity.

In 2023 they raised funds for Mount Alexander Animal Welfare and this year's charity flash day on March 24 was held as part of the international Still Not Asking For It event.

The first SNAFI flash fundraiser was held in New York in 2015 and it has since grown to become a global event raising funds for local organisations focused on supporting survivors of sexual violence and work towards prevention.

Funds raised from the Castlemaine event going directly to the Centre Against Sexual Assault Central Victoria based in Bendigo.

Forest Creek Tattoo owner Leonie New said they managed to raise more than $12,200 for CASACV thanks to a wonderful team effort.

"We had a number of tattoo artists volunteer their time on the day including myself, my apprentice Jade, Laurette and Melbourne artist Nat G," Leonie said.

"We also had Jacqui from Ballarat doing Brow Lamination, Jess from Kyneton doing Tooth Gems and barbering by Jobbo from Daylesford.

"Jason was a wonderful helper on the barbecue and Jessie volunteered in reception for the day to allow us to focus on our work.

"A number of talented local artists also generously donated artworks which we sold in an online auction with all funds raised going to the cause.

"CASACV have also offered to work with us and potentially some other businesses in Castlemaine doing some training around awareness and response, which is especially relevant in our industry, and

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Petition to keep trees fails

A Kyneton Showgrounds netball facility expansion will see the removal of 10 english elm trees.

Plans for Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan will progress despite strong objection to the removal of 10 english elm trees.

The master plan includes a netball facility expansion but the preferred site option would remove the mature elms.

A petition with 996 signatures has called for the Macedon Ranges Shire Council to consider an option that allow the upgrade while retaining the trees.

"Option two retains the elm trees, future-proofs the netball project with the possibility of three courts instead of just two and, in addition, could make the expansion of facilities adjacent the lower oval a huge positive for a diverse range of sporting and recreational users," the petition stated.

The petition was presented to the council last week and follows a ruling at the Victorian Civil and Administra-

tive Tribunal that enabled the plan to progress.

MRSC's director of assets and operations, Shane Walden, said the master plan had been carefully considered with input from user groups, community members, and expert advice.

"Option two was not deemed suitable as there were issues with the siting of the netball courts," he said.

"It had poor passive surveillance and does not link the netball activities with the football activities. It also creates a conflict with different asset uses."

Mr Walden said, of the trees to be impacted, an arborist report showed two had less than five years life expectancy and two had less than 10 years life expectancy.

Others have signs of ill-health and decline.

"Caring for these trees in their late life stages would be costly and only provide for a limited additional lifespan. The better course of action is their removal with a

plan to replace them within the reserve," he said.

"Even if, arguably, one arborist took a pessimistic outlook on the remaining useful life of the trees and the other an optimistic outlook, the council has still identified a risk and needs to take a financially sustainable action to manage that risk."

Councillors agreed that works at the showgrounds should progress as stipulated in the master plan but acknowledged the decision was not made lightly.

"The trees are a much-loved and treasured part of the Kyneton streetscape, but, like all things, they are not going to last forever," Cr Mark Ridgeway said.

"Like it or not, we have a report that was prepared by an expert in the field that tells us that at least seven out of 10 of these trees are in very poor condition, and experience tells us that trees in poor condition are not safe."

Woman’s car impounded

A 55-year-old Mount Macedon woman was caught allegedly five times over the limit in Sunbury last Thursday afternoon.

Fawkner Highway Patrol initially observed a Renault hatchback in a supermarket car park on Gap Road about 4.40pm.

Officers spoke to the unlicensed driver, who accompanied police for an evidentiary breath test where she returned an alleged

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The woman had her car immediately impounded for 30 days at a cost of $969.80.

She is expected to be charged on summons with traffic offences.

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Proposed budget 2024/2025 Council’s proposed budget 2024/2025 outlines our priorities for the upcoming financial year.

We’ve incorporated our community’s feedback, and developed a budget that will enable us to deliver more than 100 services, including capital works initiatives.

Take a look at our proposed budget at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au or pop in to the Civic Centre in Castlemaine and view a hard copy. Submissions close on 8 May 2024.

Budget highlights:

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strategic planning projects, including the Castlemaine Heritage Study $322K Continue improvement works at former Wesleyan Church in Chewton

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Accessibility upgrades to community buildings Progression of actions in Council’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan

Contribution to the Castlemaine Art Museum

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RIP fossil fuels

A lunchtime action at MP Lisa Chester’s office on Wednesday, May 8 is part of a nationwide 12 days of action for climate.

Action organiser Trevor Scott said Central Vic Climate Action had organised this local action to tell Lisa Chester’s that our community wanted coal and gas to end now.

“This year the Labor Government will decide whether to open the flood gates to 116 more coal and gas projects that will lock in decades more climate disasters for our communities,” Trevor said.

“Across the continent, people are feeling the impacts of coal and gas, so we all are standing up to tell our local member of parliament that enough-is-enough.”

A theatrical funeral procession for coal arrives at Lisa Chester’s office at 12.30pm.

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Woodend Winter Arts Festival is excited to deliver a diverse music lineup in 2024. Attendees will be transported across the centuries, with world class musicians performing everything from classical and baroque to flamenco, jazz, folk and more.

On the Friday evening, attendees will be transported to Southern Spain as they are captivated by the sound of Paco Lara’s guitar, accompanied by guest Spanish flamenco dancer Deya Miranda Giner. Attendees at the free Friday night community fireworks can also hear up-and-coming young performers from Braemar College, along with Woodend’s own Woodend Warblers perform on the main stage.

Saturday will deliver a number of exciting performances. The Fiore Chamber Vocal Ensemble will step into a world of classical enchantment with music from renowned composers from the UK and France, while Paul Grabowsky, one of Australia’s finest-ever jazz musicians, will deliver a powerful solo piano performance.

In celebration of the 300th anniversary of its creation, Accademia Arcadia, Ensemble Gombert, and a cast of outstanding soloists will come together to present an incredible performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s monumental Johannes-Passion (St John Passion). This performance will be repeated on the Sunday.

Also on Sunday, London-based, former Macedon Ranges local Daniel Thomson (tenor) will join John O’Donnell (piano), as they explore Schubert Lieder and influences from the earlier Viennese

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On the final day of WWAF, eight of Australia’s premiere cellists will come together to perform an incredible range of repertoire from Sacred works of J.S. Bach to Brazilian folk and pop music, Beethoven Overtures to fiery Spanish dances, and many more.

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The almost $12 million project is a joint initiative between all three levels of government, with the state and federal government’s investing $4.5 million each and the City of Greater Bendigo contributing $3 million.

The terminal – which is approximately four times larger than the previous building – includes new check-in facilities and departure lounge, upgraded restrooms, provision for future security screening, and an indoor arrival area and baggage collection to support seamless travel in and out of Bendigo.

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New Season Tom and Molly sit on the seat Tom hand-crafted for Keitha’s grave site using branches found at the cemetery.

Every Wednesday for the past 16 years, Tom Taft has bought his weekly fish and chips and made his way to his wife's grave at the Castlemaine Cemetery with Molly, his little cavalier jack russell.

Most weeks he brings a fresh bunch of flowers, carefully arranging them in wooden vases he specially crafted from red gum posts, that sit on either side of his wife's headstone.

Keitha died in 2007 and was laid to rest in a peaceful bush block with enormous gum trees overlooking the cemetery.

Tom has hand-crafted a chair from the branches surrounding his wife's grave, using the age-old techniques of English 'bodgers' to create a beautiful place to sit, listen to the birds, and remember.

"She would have loved this spot," Tom said.

"She always told me she would hang around, that she would always be next to me. A million times she would tell me, 'I'm never going to leave you'.

"I never believed in an after life, but I'm a believer now," he said.

"I didn't do well after she left, but I snatched it back and got going. I've made a lot of nice friends and I got Molly not long after she died and she's been great. She's never run away, even though we don't have a front gate. She always just sits next to me."

The pair's love story began in 1959 when Tom moved to live in

a hut on the Delatite River in Mirimbah to work at the timber mill.

On his way to the shops one Friday he saw a girl walking down the street and "that was it" he said.

He went back at the same time every Friday for a month, hoping to get another glimpse of her, to no avail. Then one Saturday morning, as Tom was making his way to the butcher shop, he decided to drop into the newsagents and check out the latest woodworking magazine.

"And there she was," Tom said.

"She was a shop assistant at the newsagents.

"I had just bought a brand new grey and white FC Holden and I would wait out the front of the newsagency every Saturday at 12pm, when she knocked off, and offer her a lift home. For four weeks she replied, 'no thank you' and on the fifth week she said, 'perhaps you can'.

"We were married in December 1962," he said.

"Things changed in the timber industry in the 70s and Keitha had always wanted to have a shop, so when she got sick with rheumatoid arthritis, we moved to Maldon and opened a shop next to the bakery. We sold her crafts, needlework and drawings and my woodwork.

"I used to make these chairs in the style of the English bodgers, and I had one out the front of the shop in Maldon. I remember a bloke came all the way from Melbourne to see it. He said I was the only bodger in Australia. He didn't buy the chair though!"

Tom is busy with his next project, carving a ballerina for his five-year-old great, great niece who recently took up ballet.

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A Girton Open Day could change your child’s life forever.

It’s a terrific opportunity for you to see students from Prep to Year 12 enjoying their exceptional learning journey.

Your child’s experiences at school can shape them for life, so making sure that school is a fun and productive place is crucial. At Girton, we do this by providing dedicated student well being and emotional intelligence programmes, a wide range of opportunities in Sports and Performing and Creative Arts, and the development of skills, values and principles, which all combine to help students get the most out of life at school and beyond.

GIRTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL HELPS TYPICAL KIDS ACHIEVE - AND THE RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES.

On Thursday May 16, visit Girton on a normal school day. Visit www.girton.vic.edu.au for more information or phone the Registrar on (03) 5441 3114.

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Green spruce up

Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group has announced a new initiative, Mindful Moves, designed to improve physical and mental wellbeing.

MRSPAG is calling for personal trainers and fitness instructors to join the team and contribute to the ground-breaking program.

Each monthly Mindful Moves session will feature circuit training led by local personal trainers, along with discussions on mental health and wellbeing facilitated by MRSPAG members and local professionals.

The program will also offer mental health first aid training for trainers, helping them become better equipped to support their clients' mental health needs.

By joining Mindful Moves, personal trainers will benefit from: paid sessions and free mental health first aid training, an opportunity to engage with the local community, and a chance to be part of a pioneering program.

The first session is scheduled for July, with events planned across the Macedon Ranges throughout the year.

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Malmsbury’s Village Green has undergone a makeover amid Autumn Festival celebrations through a council trial to refresh popular public open spaces.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s open space team successfully completed a strategic maintenance blitz between April 8-12 within the heart of the town.

Works have included repair and refreshment of existing assets such as bollards, chain fencing and park furniture, greenery improvements, and path upgrades.

“We’re seeing if it’s cost-effective to have our open space crews step away from their normal maintenance roles, to improve council assets throughout the shire,” MRSC's Ryan Hughes said.

“The objectives of the blitz was to refresh and visually improve the area for the Malmsbury community, and our focus is on improving and maintaining these spaces for our residents and visitors.”

Malmsbury was selected for the trial due to its size, its identified need for a refresh and the ability to draw from existing budgets to complete the required works.

Council will now assess the trial’s effectiveness and confirm whether similar blitzes could be strategically undertaken at other sites throughout the shire.

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Raffle winner Nicole is pictured with her prize: three beautiful plants donated by Warners Nurseries.

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The Friends of Kyneton Botanic Gardens group has bolstered its numbers with 20 new members following a successful weekend at the Kyneton Horticultural Society Flower Show.

The group had plenty of interest at its information stall and its raffle, which raised $424. Raffle winners were: Nicole Enge from Woodend (first), Ed Pursey from Little Swallow Cafe, Kyneton (second), and Elaine Walley from Lancefield (third).

Bulb planting in the gardens

A bulb planting day at Kyneton Botanic Gardens this Sunday is prepping for what is expected to be spectacular floral spring display.

The Friends of Kyneton Botanic Gardens group will host a members' bulb planting day on Sunday May 5, from 2-4pm.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council, together with a contribution from FKBG, is funding a variety of bulbs to be planted by members of the friends group along the Clowes Street boundary, under the large trees there and along entrance pathways.

Dr Peter May will also conduct a tour of the gardens highlighting the history and trees of significance.

Members and guests can enjoy delicious Kyneton CWA tea and scones at the Gardener's Cottage afterwards.

Non-members are welcome to attend and can join on the day. Membership is $10 singles or $20 for families.

More information will be available on the group's Instagram page or via email: friendsKBG@outlook.com

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An important population of vulnerable platypus will benefit from a fresh flow down a key section of the Coliban River this month.

Up to 260 megalitres will flow down the Coliban from Malmsbury to Eppalock reservoirs, giving juvenile platypus perfect conditions to disperse further downstream.

North Central Catchment Management Authority Water for Environment project manager, Darren White, said this platypus population was important for a whole range of reasons, not least being that they were a breeding population.

“They have been there since before the millennium drought, and with numbers low across Australia, we need to do what we can to protect them," he said.

“These flows help protect them in the short and long term, against threats such as climate change, floods, and reduced natural flows.”

Mr White said the timing of the flow was important.

“Water at the right time of year allows the juveniles to disperse further down the river,” he said.

“That means they’ll find future mates with other populations.

“Before the millennium drought, locals came across platypuses foraging around the banks of this stretch of the river regularly. We want to keep it that way.”

Eppalock reservoir’s water levels are currently at 94 per cent, and the volume being released from Malmsbury is less than 0.1 per cent of Eppalock’s total capacity.

The North Central CMA manages environmental flows on behalf of the Victorian Environmental Water Holder. The flows are authorised

by VEWH in line with its Seasonal Watering Plan 2023-24.

The plan is available for download from: vewh. vic.gov.au, with regular watering updates posted on the current flows section of the North Central CMA website.

Dr Greg Moore will talk about native trees and their benefits during climate change.

Talking native trees

Native trees and their benefits during climate change will be the subject of a special guest presentation for the Castlemaine Field Naturalists Club on May 10.

Dr Greg Moore OAM, a senior research associate of Burnley College, University of Melbourne, will be the notable guest for the evening.

The talk will be held at 7.30pm in the Uniting Church Fellowship Hall, Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine.

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Anzac Day 2024

We will remember them

Jade Jungwirth

It was a cold and drizzly day as people came together in towns across Mount Alexander Shire to commemorate the Anzacs.

Over the years, more and more people have turned out on Anzac Day to honour those who fought and sacrificed for their country.

Stories are told at services across the country, of ordinary locals, who did extraordinary things.

Stories like those of Maldon residents, Matron E.J. Bowe Assistant Matron in Chief of the Australian Army and of Private Harry Johnson, who will be remembered for generations to come.

Ethel Jessie Bowe was born in Maldon in 1906.

She was an Australian military nurse during the Second World War and later matron-in-chief of the Royal Australian Army Nursing Corps. She was awarded an Associate Royal Red Cross in 1944, a Florence Nightingale Medal in 1953, a Royal Red Cross in 1955 and appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1960. She became an honorary colonel and an honorary nursing sister to Queen Elizabeth II. Harry Johnson was born in Maldon in 1893. He served in the 57th Australian Infantry Battalion during the First World War. He was a keen amateur photographer and took developing equipment and chemicals with him on the troopship with the 7th Battalion, as they approached the Gallipoli Peninsula. He died in France on April 26, 1918, aged 21. His was the first name on Maldon’s Honour Roll and the first tree planted in Anzac Circle in Maldon.

We will remember them.

Matron E.J. Bowe Assistant Matron in Chief of the Australian Army, was celebrated during the Maldon Anzac mid-morning service.

Honouring every role A crowd of more than 1000 people turned out for the 2024 Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service last Thursday.

The local community and visitors from across Melbourne and interstate gathered at the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross at 6am to acknowledge this year’s theme, ‘Honouring Every Role, Every Sacrifice’.

As part of the service, school captains from Braemar College shared the story of 99-year-old Joy Daymon from Woodend North who served as a Flight Mechanic in the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Airforce from 1943-1946.

Joy was also in attendance at the service and delivered Binyon’s Ode to The Fallen along with Flight Lieutenant Paul Liistro.

School captains from Gisborne Secondary College told the story of Joyce Strawhorn from Kyneton who served in the Women’s Air Training Corps, the WAAAF and the Australian Women’s Army Service in WWII. School captains from Sacred Heart College presented

a special tribute to the late Robin Funston from Gisborne, a long-serving member of the veterans’ community and ex-president of the Gisborne-Macedon Ranges RSL SubBranch, with members of his family in attendance.

Wreaths were officially laid on behalf of ADF School of Languages, Braemar College Army Cadets, the Federal Member for McEwan, the State Minister for Veterans, Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Macedon Ranges Legacy Group, Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia, Gisborne-Macedon Ranges RSL, Woodend RSL, Kyneton RSL, Romsey-Lancefield RSL, Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Reserve Committee of Management and the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service Committee. Other local community groups, local school representatives and members of the general public then came forward to lay theirs.

Thanks go to piper Chris Bouwmeester, bugler Gary Andison and The Fellowship Band for their moving contributions to the service and to the captains of

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Kyneton Secondary College for their poem reading.

Reverend Neil Fitzgerald from the Parish of Woodend and Trentham gave his final blessing to close the service.

The president of the Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service Committee, Leona Latcham, said everyone in attendance would agree it was a very special service this year.

“As we gathered today, we paid homage to the diverse roles and sacrifices of the many Australians who have served and continue to serve our country,” Ms Latcham said.

“Their stories inspire us to uphold the values of service and solidarity, ensuring that the legacy of Anzac Day lives on in our hearts and minds.”

The Mount Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service committee is donating a proportion of its MyCause and cash donations from the day to the Gisborne RSL Subbranch to help them re-establish following their losses in the recent fire at the Gisborne Golf Club.

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News The ministerial party was interested to hear from staff delivering mental health supports to local people and discuss the challenges faced in accessing services.

Mental health on the agenda

Mental health was on the agenda in Kyneton this month when Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters visited Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s office with Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health, Emma McBride.

The ministerial party was interested to hear from staff delivering mental health supports to local people and discuss the challenges faced in accessing services.

Adam Stefano, manager of community mental health, and Lauren Tyrrell, who leads the team delivering LGBTIQA+ supports, discussed the strengths of particular programs such as Birds of a Feather, Rainbow Coffee Club and the youth mental health outreach service funded

by the Gisborne and District Community Bank.

The group also discussed their shared commitment to addressing alarming statistics around the prevalence of mental health issues in the community.

“Suicide is the leading cause of death for young people and adults 15-49 years,” Mr Stefano said. “And one in five young people experience significant mental health challenges annually.

"We have also seen rates of anxiety and depression increase and post-pandemic there is an increase in school refusal.”

Minister McBride also met with staff who, as Services Australia agents, provide vital support to Kyneton residents needing to access Centrelink and Medicare.

Living history up for grabs

Hepburn health survey open

Hepburn Shire Council has opened an online survey for residents to have their say on health and wellbeing.

Four focus areas of the current Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan include tackling climate change and its impacts on health; increasing healthy eating; improving mental wellbeing and prevention of all forms of violence.

Mayor, Cr Brian Hood, said the results from the new health and wellbeing survey would provide valuable insight into issues that fall outside conventional data streams.

"It covers areas such as general lifestyle, physical and mental health, nutrition, access to health services, community safety and climate action. It also calls for ideas on opportunities to improve services and programs," he said.

The results of the survey, together with data and evidence from stakeholders, will provide the foundation for the council to develop the next Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, to be consulted with the community post-council elections in October.

The survey is confidential and anonymous. It closes on June 17 and is open to all Hepburn Shire residents.

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A carved wood litho image of Kyneton’s 1880 landmarks is being raffled to help Kyneton CFA volunteers raise money to purchase firefighting equipment.

Organised by the Brigade’s Auxiliary, the framed image shows major landmarks including St Pauls Anglican Church and the view along Mollison Street.

The image was carved into a wood lith and was featured in the 1880 edition of the Australasian Sketcher, which became an important repository of architectural and landscape drawings.

“It’s a unique piece that captures an important era in Kyneton’s growth and development,” said Brigade Auxiliary member, Larina Strauch.

The image also coincides with the formation of Kyneton’s volunteer Fire Brigade, which is celebrating its 140th anniversary this year.

Brigade Captain Greg McIntyre said the raffle prize was one of several activities that would help mark the milestone.

“It’s great to see that an image of the town’s past is helping to fund equipment to protect its future,” he said.

Funds raised from the raffle will be used by the CFA volunteers to buy much-needed firefighting equipment. Tickets are available at selected businesses and at the Brigade’s Open Day on Saturday May 11 (from 10am to 2pm) or by dropping into the Fire station on Ebden Street.

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Meet the growers A selection of top local farms will be conducting tours all day Sunday, inviting visitors behind the farm gate.

Meet and hear from growers at Fleurs de Lyonville (a famed organic flower farm), Walden Park (a heritagebreed beef and sheep farm), Mountain View Garlic (a small family-run garlic/ fresh produce farm), and Little Hampton Farm, where you will discover cherries, berries and heritage apples.

Or make your own way along the self-guided Farm Gate Trail to unearth local growers’ fresh produce and hidden foodie secrets; take part in The Great Spud Scavenger Hunt; or join a Historical Society Tour of the Trentham Cemetery and town’s historic sites; and don’t miss out on the behind-thescenes tour of the Red Beard Historical Bakery to discover the historic 133-year-old scotch oven and sample their famous potato bread.

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This year marks the 16th iteration of The Great Trentham Spudfest, a community festival that brings together local potato growers, artisans, music, food vendors, and local history to showcase the region’s finest offerings and products across the weekend of May 4-5. The two-day festival is hosted throughout the historic town of Trentham and surrounding districts.

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“This year we are running across two days and are delighted to say that Spudfest is still a free event thanks to the support of our sponsors and partners. We are also introducing some specially curated events that will require a ticket.”

On Saturday (Day 1) Trentham comes alive with Spudfest’s traditional carnival day, with four main precincts in town packed full of spud food, fresh regional produce, local artisan makers, live music, horse and cart rides, and loads of activities for kids and adults alike. Visitors can also join a Trentham Historical Society-led bus tour of the old heritage-protected Spud Huts, dotted across the local landscape.

Local farmer and fourth generation spud grower Luke Wicker will be at the Railway Precinct on Saturday selling his kennebec, nicola, dutch cream, pontiac, sebago and kipfler potatoes.

“There has been a Wicker growing potatoes in the red volcanic soils around Trentham for more than 100 years,” says Luke.

“We reckon it’s some of the best soil in the country. And Spudfest is one of the biggest days of the year around town. So you really have to come along and try our spuds and celebrate our history.”

Saturday evening will see the inaugural Spudfest Cèilidh, a traditional celebration of Celtic music, food and dancing, to mark the halfway point of the festival. The event will take place at The Factory on Market Street, with catering by Emma James Catering.

Tickets for this event can be purchased via the Spudfest website.

Sunday (Day 2) is dedicated to the discovery of food, produce and region. Kicking off from 10am with Spudfeast, an opportunity to eat your way through spudtastic dishes in progressive dinner style at venues throughout the region, including The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham General, Daylesford Cider, AtErics Cafe Bar, and the Blackwood Hotel.

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Supporting Spudfest

One of central Victoria’s leading artist-run galleries, the Little Gallery located in the heart of Trentham, proudly supports Spudfest celebrating the region’s rich farming heritage, community and culture.

Since Spudfest’s humble beginnings in 2008, the Little Gallery has actively contributed to the festival’s identity, by utilising its creative initiative with window displays, face painting and portraits of the local farming community.

The Little Gallery provides a venue for locals and tourists to connect with art and its represented artists.

Founded in 2012, the Little Gallery is currently run by in-house regional artists Helen Cottle, Kim Haughie, Rose Wilson, Larissa Gray and Ri Van Veen. Visit during Spudfest to meet the artists, talk about their creative process and view the works on offer alongside a host of many local consignment artist in its state-of-theart purpose-built gallery with abundance of light and cathedral ceiling.

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Michael Jerman, former Airforce Cadet I am astounded that the Kyneton community has remained quiet over the relocation of the Australian Airforce Cadets 430 Squadron out of the Mont St Quentin Barracks (Drill Hall) in Market Street, Kyneton, to the Gisborne Secondary College.

The Squadron, originally 30 Flight Air Training Corps, has called the drill hall home since 1980. They hold a freedom of the city to Kyneton, and yet the powers that be have let the drill hall fall into disrepair allegedly needing the floor repaired.

I do not think people of Kyneton realise how important this drill is, and the roll that it played, it was home to the 4th/19th Light Horse Regiment, and when the Army Reserve pulled out of Kyneton the drill hall was left to the Air Force Cadets an organisation that in Kyneton had inspired and encouraged hundreds of teenagers over the years.

The Squadron was the first to enrol fe-

male cadets in Australia in 1981 and encouraged leadership and discipline in a way that was a benefit to the whole community.

The drill hall is an ideal location for the Air Cadets having their own location to parade on Friday nights.

It is large enough for them to do Drill and associated AAFC activities, I myself, a former long-term member of the Cadets, am disappointed in the squadron relocation.

Does the Kyneton community want to see the Market Street building go into disrepair?

The Army Reserve tried back in 1993 to close the hall and the community fought the decision, well it appears that the government and the Department of Defence have got their way.

Kyneton community take a stand and be heard and bring the Air Force Cadets home to where they belong and seek that the drill hall lasts another 100 years and not let this sight become like the old hospital.

Showgrounds for all people Ruth Murphy, Pipers Creek In the case of the elm trees at the Kyneton Showgrounds, the council claiming that these trees are considered dangerous is ridiculous.

The reason why they were planted by Agricultural Society members has been ignored, along with the important history of the showgrounds as a means of displaying the Macedon Ranges' great riches and diversity.

Please, can we get our priorities right?

This is not to deny the importance of promoting netball, but surely there is another more appropriate space for the sport, where proper amenities can be built, instead of removing the Michael O'Sullivan pavilion, which was built to promote the sheep industry.

In fact, the Agricultural Society transferred the titles of the showgrounds land to the Shire of Kyneton to enable the Society to receive a state government grant, ironically, for that pavilion.

Show Day brings the district together to have fun with family. The trees were planted to provide a place for sitting and relaxing in the shade.

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Surprisingly, even though Australia leads the world in the uptake of rooftop solar, still only about one third of households have it. In Macedon Ranges shire 35.4 per cent of dwellings have solar installed although there is variation between townships. For example, postcode 3442 (Woodend) has well above average installation with 45 per cent while postcodes 3447 (Gisborne) and 3441 (Mount Macedon) have below average with 28 per cent and 21 per cent respectively.

While the amount saved on electricity bills depends on several factors, one reputable online calculator shows that for a typical system in Gisborne and Macedon, the savings would be about $860 per annum.

It was good to read that the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group has organised the Go Renewable Energy Group to discuss solar and related matters in Gisborne at the Mechanics Institute, at 11am on May 5 ('Learn about renewables', Midland Express, April 23). Finding a trusted and knowledgeable installer is key.

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Changing landscape: Plenty of construction works going on at Romsey – with prime interest in what is taking place on at the large site of the new Coles supermarket at the southern edge of the town. At the northern edge of Romsey, on the corner of Hutchison’s Lane and Main Road, progress continues on a modern aged care facility.

Craft market on Saturday

Need a beanie to wear on that autumn walk these mornings? Would you like a delicious slice of cake to eat and a book to read when you return home?

There will be heaps to select from of things just like these at the Craft Market being held by the RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care Auxiliary on Saturday May 4 from 9am-1pm at RM Begg's Bolton Hall, 22 Epping Street, Kyneton.

You'll find stalls selling knitwear — including beanies — scarves, rugs, toys, cakes, jams, sauces books and more ... and there will be a Mother's Day raffle held as well.

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Where is the logic?

Gillian Maskell, Elphinstone When does 'influence' become corruption? There’s a belief that someone influenced the speed limit change in Chewton from 80km/h to 50km/h bypassing the normal protocol for such decisions.

I have been told by both politicians and the Dept of Transport and Planning that there was a thorough investigation into the change based on the speed zoning guidelines including, the safety record of the road, volumes of different road users, level of access points, nature of the road environment, adjacent speed zones, and other characteristics of the road. I’m sure they won’t mind sharing that report with the public.

I was told they had the support of the Victorian Police and Mount Alexander Shire Council. When approached about the change, Mount Alexander Council conceded that they had not been adequately briefed on the reason the section had been made so long.

6.4 kms on a highway at 50km/h is a long way and takes longer than the 90 seconds extra spouted by VicRoads and the sheep that follow that mantra.

Were the police informed of the starting point or did they think it was going to be 50km/h through Wesley Hill, which I don’t believe too many people had a problem with?

As for the safety record of the road, there have been few, if any, accidents in that section of road. VicRoads reported that it will reduce the risk of collisions, sadly I think there will be a devastating occurrence there in the not-too-distant future.

Reports of tailgating, abuse and overtaking in unsafe places are constant.

The condition of the road is reasonable, and the Pyrenees Highway is a main thoroughfare for trucks and cars into Castlemaine. Business, private and tourism are now suffering the economic impacts of this decision as people travel to Bendigo or Kyneton instead. This is a sparsely populated area with few driveways and fewer side roads.

Where is the logic?

Kinder works delay

Target timelines on the new kindergarten and Maternal and Child Health Centre in Lancefield have changed, due to the discovery of a cultural artefact during site preparation works.

In line with strict protocols around such discoveries, works were immediately paused and project managers the Victorian School Building Authority consulted with the relevant Traditional Owner Corporation.

The corporation has engaged a heritage consultant and is preparing a Cultural Heritage Management Plan to enable the works to progress.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s director of community, Maria Weiss, said the delay to the opening of the facility was disappointing given the community need for increased local services.

“This means that the new kinder and Maternal and Child Health Centre will not open as scheduled,” she said.

“We will continue to work closely with the VSBA and update families – and the broader public – as the project progresses, including when we have a firmer idea of revised timelines.”

Busy day for bugler

Bugler Bridget McAuley had a busy Anzac Day, officiating at the services at Romsey and Lancefield, then continuing her role at the impressive service at Lancefield Park where the Kyneton and Lancefield senior players and officials lined up before the main football match.

Bridget was playing the cornet and trumpet at the age of 11, and music plays a special role in her life.

A Romsey resident, Bridget has four children, and is one of four teachers at Newham Primary School.

Romsey-Lancefield RSL sub-branch president Reinhard Goschiniak said he thought the turnout at Romsey was the largest he could recall, and estimated there were a very encouraging 1200 at the Lancefield service.

Flight Lieutenant Adam Breetvelt, a Royal New Zealand Air Force officer, was the guest speaker at Lancefield.

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A psychological thriller

After the 2023 critically-acclaimed production of Columbo-Prescription:Murder, Cathouse Players artistic director Bette Sartore is taking audiences back in time to Victorian London, and Gaslight, the original version, written by Patrick Hamilton in 1938.

It is insightful and accurate in its depiction of the lengths to which an individual will go to inflict psychological menace.

Bella Manningham's nightmare does come to an end, but not before we are drawn into the dark and utterly devious mind of her husband, Jack.

"There will be some familiar faces in my cast of accomplished Cathouse performers – Fiona Agyeman, Michael Treloar, David Prince, Maggie Browne, and we welcome experienced new member Suzanne Brimley," Bette said.

"Cameo roles will be taken by Frank Sartore and Galen Sartore, making his onstage debut appearance with us.

"The design and construction skills of Brian Fitches and his bespoke stage furniture never cease to amaze me plus he'll be stage manager for Gaslight assisted by S.M.in-training, Nicole Katiforis.

Our lighting and sound techie is the experienced and unflappable Helen Gramberg."

Gaslight will be showing at the Kyneton Masonic Centre, 7 Yaldwyn Street West, from June 14-23, for six shows only.

Tickets: $25/20, all inclusive. Companion Card is welcome.

Wine, cheese and nibbles will be served at both Friday evenings, and matinee interval fare, 'High Tea with Bubbles' is presented with the usual warm welcome from front-of-house manager Jackie Turner and her team.

Bookings via: www.trybooking.com/CNFMY or call ticket secretary Katie Fitches or Brian on 0490 485 850 for further details, or for any special needs.

Michael Treloar as Jack Manningham and Fiona Agyeman as Bella Manningham in Gaslight. Photo: Nicole Katiforis

The Trust Fall to screen

A powerful new Australian documentary film, The Trust Fall: Julian Assange, is currently showing at Radius Art Space, Hepburn Springs.

The film tells the story of Julian Assange – the most famous political prisoner and internationally awarded journalist of our time – who exposed US war crimes and government corruption on his whistleblower WikiLeaks website.

Charged under the antiquated 1917 United States Espionage Act with the threat of a 175year prison sentence, Julian is currently awaiting a decision by the UK High Court as to whether they will hear another appeal or whether he will be immediately extradited to the United States to be put on trial for the charges.

Filmed over two years on three continents and in 10 cities, The Trust Fall: Julian Assange features high-profile Assange supporters and conversations with Julian’s family.

The Trust Fall is narrated by Susan Sarandon, Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters, rapper M.I.A and Rage Against The Machine’s guitarist Tom Morello.

Julian has now been detained without conviction for 13 years, including under asylum in London’s Ecuadorian Embassy (six years) and then forcibly-removed to the high-security HM Belmarsh Prison (four years, nine months).

The world-wide distributor of the film is Journeyman Pictures in London.

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Last week we looked at choosing a compost bin, but if you are trying to process large quantities of organic material from your property or surrounds, or are ready to take on the challenge of hot composting, a compost bin is just too small for you. It is time to think about composting in a bay.

A bay with an internal capacity of a cubic metre (approx. one metre wide, one metre deep and one metre high) is great to aim for. The closer to a cube or sphere your finished bay is, the better the heat and moisture holding capacity of your compost will be.

Screwing three discarded wooden pallets together makes a quick and passable bay, (a half pallet at the front can stop materials falling out the front – see pic). More slats can be attached or mesh can be stapled over the pallets to stop them being so gappy. But a pallet bay will have a capacity of about 1.3 cubic metres, that’s on the large side.

Bays up to 1.3 cubic metres can still work, but they need to be fed more material each week to make up that extra space, otherwise our compost can end up quite flat and this can lead to cooling, drying out and a range of other problems.

Old corrugated roofing can make bays pretty quickly too (see pic).

Timber posts in the corners can hold the corrugated iron stiff enough in a free-standing unit, or posts can be set in the ground and tin fastened to the posts, though our compost area is fixed in place if we do this. Some people worry about corri sides not ‘breathing’, but good aeration is a function of your compost recipe, not the bay material.

Solid timber bays can be great, just make sure your timber is not chemically treated, and is either salvaged/reclaimed, or, if new, from a known ethical source.

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wonderful idea, but timber moves when it gets wet and dry and it can be very hard to keep dividers sliding in and out of slots smoothly.

Square bays tend to dry out in the corners, so pay attention to keeping the corners wet to start with and watered though the composting process.

Bays made from straw bales are often suggested, and they will break down eventually, but it is hard to arrange bales to make a nice cubic metre bay, they tend to make a much smaller volume bay. Bays under 0.7 of a cubic metre really struggle to hold heat and retain moisture. Composting a bale bay at the end of its life is rather fitting though.

Wire hoops, often with shade cloth added, are a versatile option that are easy to relocate around your garden and allow you to work right around the bay. Mikaela Beckley has developed an openable hoop system (see pic) that many of our YIMBY composters are using and plans for the 'Beckley Bay' are available on the YIMBY website resource tab.

Wire and shade cloth hoops tend to dry out around the sides, particularly in windy and hot weather, so keep your compost bay on your watering schedule in summer.

As with bins, the vessel we compost in is far less important than the quality of the compost recipe we make our pile from. A balance of carbon and nitrogen, enough moisture and good natural aeration/density is far more important than what the bay is made from.

– Joel Meadows works with *Yes In My Back Yard, (YIMBY), a communityscale composting initiative in Castlemaine and surrounds. Send questions or comments to hello@yimbycompost. com, or to book in for a compost workshop.

Zero tolerance to dog attacks

Hepburn Shire Council has issued infringement notices for matters relating to responsible pet ownership after a number of reported dog attacks.

Chief executive officer, Bradley Thomas, said that in the past fortnight, infringement notices had been issued for two dog attacks and several dogs at large.

“Our Community Safety team play an important role in educating our community on how to keep their pets and the public safe. We encourage anyone who has been attacked by a dog in a public place to report this to a member of our team,” Mr Thomas said.

“Pet owners have a responsibility for ensuring their dogs are contained to their properties.

"If you are in public places not designated as an off-leash area, dogs must be on a leash and controlled at all times.

“We appreciate that the majority of pet owners in our shire are doing the right thing.

Our Community Safety team are keen to work with pet owners on keeping them contained and safe.”

If you own any dogs, you may have the following responsibilities as a pet owner: • All dogs over the age of 12 weeks must be registered • Ensure all dogs are under effective control when out in public • Pick up after your dog when out in public • Dogs must be securely confined to your property • All dog owners are reminded to consider your neighbours, please don't allow your dog to bark and cause a noise nuisance.

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Simply gorgeous With a gorgeous mix of new and old, of native and exotic trees and plants, of sheds and a gallery, of gardens and paddocks, this striking architectural home sits perfectly positioned in the lee of a hill and the beautiful grove of native trees.

The house, with a focus on being solar passive, has a simple and easy living layout, open plan but with each area having its own space, the dining tucked to the side, the living area with soaring ceilings and the kitchen, set high, at the core of this area. The house, with its’ polished concrete floors, has an expansive feel with the indoor pool, seen through large indoor windows, creating a spacious ambience.

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Two other bedrooms downstairs are supported with the family bathroom. A powder room is tucked just inside from the integrated garage.

The land is broken up into paddocks, has a large dam and the piece de resistance, the 100- year- old shearing shed still in working order, the art studio space and large shed all with the benefit of a second access via Station Street.

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The boutique builder Dean Rus is a second generation builder and general manager of the small family building company, King Homes, which specialises in design and build projects in outer Melbourne and regional Victoria.

“We are not looking to build large numbers of homes,” Dean says. “We’d rather build within our means and capacity allowing us to deliver the home as sp pecified on time and avoiding g the problems that are currently y being g experienced in the building industry.

“We want our clients to be confident in us as their builder.”

King Homes places a big emphasis on good design, competitive pricing, quality construction and customer service.

Dean says the staff are very experienced and highly motivated and it’s these attributes that will bring benefits to King Homes’ clients when designing and building their new home.

“Volume or larger builders have a role to play, but that’s not us!” Dean says.

“When we take on a new home build, the whole process is about the client and bringing to life their ideas and delivering a home that meets the design brief, showcases their lifestyle and is a reflection of where they are at in life.

“Our in-house designer Rodney Crick has years of experience and has been fortunate to have worked on many wonderful individual homes, especially in the Macedon Ranges area.”

Rodney says that personally, he is particularly fond of acreage homes and the freedom that space allows.

“When designing a new home there are many factors to consider, and I place a lot of thought on symmetry to ensure the external views and front façade are balanced. Internally it’s about functionality ... having rooms that are fit for purpose!”

Dean says that King Homes is a one-stop service from concept to completion, including soil and survey, subdivision, engineering design and energy rating.

“We have also branched out into the multi-residential space and can now provide a full array of town planning services, so if this is something you are considering, we can defiantly help with project feasibility, development design and project management.”

Dean says that King Homes has a limited selection of thoughtful predesigned homes that can be offered as a starting point. Go to the company’s website (kinghomes.com.au) and take a closer look, or contact Rodney on 0428 482 145 and have a chat about what you’re looking for in a new home.

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Style your home here If, when shopping for home decor, mattresses and bedding, you could find a store that has a large, ever-changing range and be looked after by staff wiith in-d deptth prod ductt knowlled dge offferiing excelllentt after-sales service, you’d head there in a heart beat, wouldn’t you?

Well, you can. Just go to Kyneton’s Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings. You’ll be surprised what you find there and wonder why you bothered going anywhere else before!

Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings’ extensive home decor store and their fully stocked mattresses and bedding shop just across the road, cater to all tastes and budgets. You’ll find major international brands and Australian-made furniture, to one-off quirky statement pieces you won’t find anywhere else.

They are an independent, family-owned business that’s been around for more than 55 years and have always gone that extra mile for their clients.

They cater for every style of room in the house. For the bedroom, there’s beds, mattresses and all types of bed linen. For the office, there’s desks, chairs, shelves and more. The lounge room is looked after with a large range of sofas, occasional and recliner chairs, side tables, lamps, cocktail bars, rugs, TV consoles ... the list is extensive. Sideboards, dining tables, dining chairs and heaps more are all there for you to select from for your dining room and there’s occasional furniture for the kitchen, too. The outdoors is also taken care of with lounge suites, chairs, tables and accessories including firepits.

And the added bonus? Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings offers free delivery within a 1.5 hour drive of Kyneton. (See advert page 57.)

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Time to tame those trees Australian Tree Care Land Manag gement are sp pecialists in arboriculture and land management.

They have been in the industry for more than 35 years and offer full tree removal and land clearance services, both on a domestic and commercial scale, with machinery and knowledge to achieve all works in a timely and safe manner. Services range from full tree and stump removal, mulching, chipping, stump grinding, pruning, arboriculture reports and earthworks.

Pruning and hazard reduction Trees in our urban environment can outgrow their surroundings and become hazardous if not maintained. ATC provides pruning and hazard reduction works, all completed by qualified arborists.

Arboriculture reports With the growing demand and development in central Victoria, the need for arboriculture assessments and reports to support applications for developments, tree removals and council projects is growing rapidly. Australian Tree Care offer a full consulting service from the start to the finish of your project. All of their reports are written by a Cert 5 qualified arborist.

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DIY needs Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware is where you’ll find all you need for your DIY projects, renovations, construction and garden seven days a week.

The store is located in Campbells Creek, and locally owned, with leading brands and professional service from a dedicated team of local staff.

The store currently stocks various brands of tools, timber, garden, paint and plumbing supplies and offers delivery with a fleet of vehicles, including a crane truck.

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Recent expansions have seen the store grow in size to cater for additional product ranges and quantities, including a re-branding to H Hardware.

Two car parks provide ample parking on-site and a handy drive-through in the timber yard for your convenience.

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the ability to pick up the phone any time to discuss anything from bricks to benchtop finishes.

“Working for myself as a tradie in the area, I was also heavily invested and fortunate enough to work on the build with the team.

“I know Metricon works with local trades, so this was an opportunity I was not going to pass up. I was so impressed with the process and the site team that I am already thinking about building number three and going even bigger!

“I started working on the frame in May, and we first got the keys in early October, so the pace of the build was outstanding.

Being across all the details of the construction of your own home was a bonus, and once we managed to get the fencing, gates and garden beds laid out, our dream home took shape and has become a reality.”

Metricon’s regional north manager, Tania Tonks, says that building again with Jack and Natasha was a real privilege.

“We knew them well and helped guide them through the process. They are a highly motivated and inspiring young couple who are the perfect example of what hard work can achieve,” Tania says.

“We are genuinely so passionate about building our customers’ homes, and Jack and Natasha have been fantastic to work with helping them achieve their homebuilding dreams — for a second time around and hopefully a third in the nottoo-distant future.”

For more information about Metricon, visit www.metricon.com.au or call 1300 638 742.

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Repeat Metricon customers now secondtime homeowners, Jack Scanlon and his partner Natasha Murphy, recently received the keys to their brand-new home in Gisborne.

Through relentless hard work, Jack and Natasha saved up to buy a block of land in 2023. Growing up in Gisborne, Jack and Natasha always knew they wanted to build their own home in the area.

After building their very first home with Metricon, a Sullivan 17A in Lancefield, this second build was the next stepping stone in their home-owning journey together.

When Jack was only 20 years old, he was able to save enough for the deposit for their first home. In just three years, they were able to upsize and upgrade to their next dream home after making a great return from selling their first home and putting that equity back into the second purchase.

Speaking about the journey to building his second Metricon home in just three years, this time an Avanti 27 home from the Freedom range, Jack says they made a really good return after building and selling their first home with Metricon.

“There was never any doubt we wanted to build with them a second time, this time a larger home with more space, bedrooms, and a bigger outdoor area, to suit this next stage in our lives,” he says.

“The process of building your first home can be daunting; however, with fantastic help and guidance from our first new home advisor, we knew that for the second time around, we would once again be in safe hands.

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Like their style Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets are trusted Kyneton-based cabinet makers who design, manufacture and install custom cabinetry right across the Macedon Rang ges stretching g into metrop politan areas.

For the DIY, tradies and builders, Instyle can manufacture all your custom cabinets into flat pack form, which will give you great savings on your building and home renovation projects.

All Instyle flat packs are trade quality and come with drawings, hardware and fixings ready for you to assemble and install.

The people behind Instyle, Darren and Jodie, have more than 40 years of experience in the residential and commercial markets.

They love helping home owners realise their dream of enjoying the appeal, quality and practicality of stunning cabinetry.

Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets’ quality workmanship p is ideal for any y room of your home or business, including * Kitchens * Laundries * Wardrobes * Bathrooms * Garages As a local business, Instyle loves having close relationships with customers and suppliers. hey manufacture and machine all their high-quality joinery onsite in their factory right in Kyneton with a pickup or delivery service to customers across the region.

Make a good investment Thinking flooring? You need CV! With more than 20 years industry experience, Chris, Graeme and the team will guide you through the process of making your project look its best.

Independent and locally owned, CV Floors values customer service as their number one priority. They pride themselves on their product knowledge and industry expertise – they see flooring as a long-term investment and want all customers to make informed decisions, culminating in happy outcomes once their flooring installation has been completed.

CV Floors’ product offerings include a large range of carpet (including axminster and natural sisal), carpet tiles, vinyl sheet (including commercial), vinyl planks and tiles, linoleum, cork, rubber, hybrid and timber floating floors. They also have an array of rugs, mats and runners, and have an overlocking service for carpet edging – custom made mats are a specialty.

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CV Floors offers a free measure and quote service within an hour from the store, and has a spacious, modern showroom filled with samples that you are able to borrow to view in your own space. This makes the decision making so much easier and takes the stress out of the whole process, which is what the team tries to achieve for each and every client.

CV Floors is based at 23 Elizabeth Street, Castlemaine and is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 9am-noon.

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Exciting new products at Rewells!

We are now your local ag specialists in Castlemaine & Surrounds.

Now selling Kioti Compact Tractors, UTV's and Implements.

As well as a range of KRAMP linkages, pins and accessories.

Come and talk to the team for all your ag needs!

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Ag works begin at Rewells On the back of launching American-made Bad Boy Mowers Jane and Rowan Batchelor at late last year, Rewells is going Rewells Mower Service have one step further. Yes, ag is a new range of ag products on offer in their Castlemaine back in town with global tractor store. powerhouse, Kioti.

To kick things off, Rewells is stocking tractors in Kioti’s lifestyle and acreage segment, namely the 25 hp CS2610 and the 30 hp CK3010.

Both models feature 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, liquidcooled diesel engines, ROPS and 540 rpm rear PTO. Ideal for grading, loader work or moving materials, they also come with topnotch attachments, such as the popular 4-in-1 loader.

Plus, customers can view the full range of Kioti implements, such as slashers, rotary hoes, flail mowers and post-hole diggers.

Then there’s the Kioti K9 2400 UTV, which is a genuine step up from other UTVs. For starters, its hydraulic lift tray and cargo capacity of 500 kg make it one rugged workhorse. Power steering makes manoeuvring a breeze and the 24 hp, three-cylinder diesel engine can reach a ground speed of 50km/h. The K9 comes in a threeseater or five-seater configuration.

Meanwhile, Rewells is adding to its zero turn Bad Boy Mower range. With eye-catching designs and incredibly durable, each Bad Boy boasts heavy-gauge, all-steel, all-welded frames, patented front suspension and a ride that’s hard to match.

Homeowner and commercial models are in stock, such as the best-selling ZT Elite, with a 48” cutting width, and the pro Maverick HD, with 54” cutting width.

“These are exceptional products and our customers will love getting behind the wheel,” says co-owner Jane Batchelor.

She and husband Rowan lead the team at Rewells, dedicated to providing the same expert advice and adding to an already diverse product lineup.

“People can shop locally,” says Jane, “so pop in say hi – we’re always happy to help.”

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They are locals and they care about doing their best. They’ll take on landscaping and home maintenance. They’ll paint interiors and exteriors. Construct decks, fences and carry out those renovations.

They also do property maintenance and gardening. In fact, their Facebook page reads that there is no maintenance job they won’t do. Give Michael a call on 0457 818 1887.

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Leave it to the experts Got a job around home you wish you could do yourself? Haven’t got the know-how, time or patience to do what’s needed? No matter how big or how small a maintenance job might be, there is someone out there who’ll do it for you.

M.J. & T.J. Maintenance Services calls itself the one stop handyman shop and will give you a free quote for any job – large or small.

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Even better, Rewells has access to commercial finance, with a 1.95 per cent finance rate available on new Kioti tractors and UTVs. To round things off, Rewells is now stocking Shell engine oils and lubricants and KRAMP accessories, such as light bars, linkages and pins and accessories.

Here you will find a huge range of Australian made furniture and one off pieces in stock and ready to go!

✔ Lounge and dining ✔ Rugs, lighting and wall art ✔ Quality outdoor furniture and fire pits ✔ Coffee tables, buffets and more ✔ Electric lift chairs We stock all the major brands including La-z-boy, IMG Comfort Furniture, Moran and Molmic.

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Need an expert plumber?

Tailors in design TSB Plumbing and Drainage is a small family plumbing business with Tom, the working director, living a passion for plumbing and customer care. He’s here to listen to your plans and ideas and guide you through the process if you are renovating, building or extending, ensuring you get what you want and all plumbing work complies with all relevant regulations.

Sustainable living is a huge interest for Tom, too. Plumbing will play a large part in that sector in years to come, Tom says. If it’s simply harvesting your roof catchment into water tanks and reusing your water for flushing your loo or irrigation, or installing an electric heat pump system to lower your carbon footprint, there’s plenty in store for those who want to be a little ‘greener’.

No job is too small or out of the question. Leaky taps or running cisterns can add up to a very expensive water bill. It is best to resolve these problems as soon as possible.

TSB also replace hot water services and can convert your gas to an electric heat pump system.

There’s a long list of what TSB Plumbing and Drainage can do for their clients ... CCTV camera inspections, sewer replacements, backflow and maintenance inspections and reports and more. Give them a call on 0423 505 790.

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Caddick Designs are your local experts in tailored building design and solution focused town planning.

The practice is based in the Macedon Ranges, with broad reaching services across Victoria and diverse portfolio of projects.

Caddick Designs has expertise in residential design, renovations/ extensions, new house and multi-dwelling developments, commercial and public building design, town planning submissions and advice, and building applications and advice. The team is also highly skilled in energy ratings and thermal performance advice, project management for residential, commercial and public buildings, review, assessment and advice on repair /

renovations to existing buildings, and bushfire attack level reports.

Established in 1987 by Geoff Caddick, the practice is now owned and operated by daughter Yvonne Caddick.

Caddick Designs has a proven track record undertaking building design with diverse variables, such as heritage, environmental and other planning overlays, sloping and difficult sites, bushfire zones, construction with various material types, and challenging renovation and extension design.

The team is passionate about problem solving, improving liveability through design, sustainable design practices and sharing knowledge of the building industry.

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When top quality matters The Evolve Group specialises in the custom manufacturing of architectural joinery and stone specifically dedicated to designs by architects and interior desiigners. They wellcome alll cllientts looking for full home fit outs, kitchens or single powder room vanities.

With more than 27 years of experience in the industry, the team at Evolve is at the forefront of these specialised and artisan trades. They have certainly put in the work to become the highest quality combined joinery and stone service within Victoria. Having the resources and qualified trades available enables Evolve to tailor a client’s concept and needs efficiently in-house.

General manager Beau Redpath takes pride in knowing his team will go above and beyond clients’ expectations to provide exceptional customer service and deliver a quality product.

Working alongside many reputable suppliers and showcasing a vast range of design options within the showroom, Evolve clients are provided with an informative and enjoyable experience with each project.

Evolve’s interior design and manufacturing includes * Architectural joinery * Bespoke joinery * Design and plan drawing service * Concept to completion Residential work by Evolve includes *Kitchen

* Bathroom * Laundry * Study * Media * Furniiture and d more Commercial work includes * Bars and restaurant fit outs * Shop fit outs * Office fit outs * Commercial displays * Office furniture Architectural custom stone work for mid to high-end projects is a speciality of the Evolve team who’ll create commercial stone features for * Bars * Floor and wall cladding * Reception * Desks * Bathrooms Residential stone work by Evolve can create features for * Benchtops * Splashbacks * Feature stone pieces * Wall and floor cladding * Vanities * Fireplace hearths and more.

No job is too big or too small for Evolve to take on for a client. The team is open to all enquiries and the showroom is open to visitors, just phone in advance before you drop in to make sure that a staff member is on hand when you plan to call. Consultations with Evolve are free.

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Clean up that property

Vegetation and invasive weed management, earthmoving, and property clean-ups across central Victoria are the speciality of Mountain View contracting.

With a strong focus on eco-friendly solutions, the MV team is dedicated to delivering topnotch services.

Eco Blade Gorse and blackberry can be managed highly successfully with MV’s cutting-edge Eco Blade machine. It drastically reduces the need for harmful chemicals while ensuring a high kill rate.

When hand spraying is needed, the MV team can provide expert ground spraying services for all areas, including hard-to-reach gorse, blackberry and other invasive weeds.

Earthmoving Driveway construction, dig-outs, delivery of quarried products, dirt and rock removal and property clean-ups can also be carried out for clients as can fire breaks and more.

Slashing & mulching Slashing and mulching services for both small and large acreages and can help keep your property fire-safe.

Call Paul on 0418 105 658 to discuss your property maintenance needs.

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Contact Paul for a free quote.

Proudly servicing the Macedon Ranges, Central & Regional Victoria.

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Locally owned and operated Leemon Design has been creating custom residential new builds and extensions in the Macedon Ranges, Hepburn Shire and the Geelong region for the past three years.

With nearly 20 years combined experience, the Leemon Design team is true to the company’s philosophy of designing progressive buildings that are better for their inhabitants and their surrounds. They have a passion for architecture and designing more efficient and comfortable homes for a better future. The Leemon Design team is headed by director Callum Leemon who is a qualified building designer and registered building practitioner. Callum is accompanied by his wife Kate Leemon who was born and raised in Kyneton and is a qualified and accredited thermal performance assessor. Kate’s accreditation allows Leemon Design to offer energy ratings in house without relying on external consultants.

The third member of the boutique team is building designer Branden Pearce.

Branden joined Leemon design as a student building designer and was awarded the Best Student Award consecutively in his final years of study and has since been awarded Best Digital Presentation by a Student in the 2023 Design Matters industry awards.

Callum believes that communication is the key to Leemon Design’s success so clients can see their dream home evolve into reality. Being locally owned and operated, the Leemon Design team understands the climate and natural environment of the Macedon Ranges and regional Victoria and are aware of the challenges the built and natural environment can present to homeowners.

Living and working in the local area since 2006, Callum has gained valuable experience, knowledge, reputation and relationships with local builders, tradies and consultants in order to confidently assist you with your next project.

Leemon Design offers custom residential building design services including * Sketch plans * Town planning drawings * Town planning applications * Construction documentation * Bushfire attack level reports * Thermal performance assessments (energy rating) Leemon Design also works with consultants to arrange and prepare * Land surveying * Bushfire management statements * Land capability assessments * Land management plans * Arborist reports * Structural and civil engineering

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The soul of the home Windows and doors are one of the most important parts of a home. They set the tone inside and out. Get them wrong and you have a massive expense to change them.

AGI Windows and Doors wants to get it right, first time.

The team offers great choices, makes sure you understand the product and gives you time to absorb the information before making your decision.

Together they offer decades of customer service and fabrication experience and some

of the best domestic and commercial windows and doors around. Their customers are everyone from the home renovator through to award-winning builders. AGI listens closely to their needs, identify goals and budget and offer tailored best-fit solutions that bring the vision to life.

AGI takes standards and workmanship personally. Nothing leaves their factory without their tick of approval.

Project : "Hampton Elegance” located in Highett.

Photographed by Tim Collins Media Residential Project $30,000 to $80,000

Suppliers of Australia's Leading Range of High Performance Aluminium Windows and Doors. Architecturally inspired systems for superior style and performance.

Phone 0412 210 010 38 Beauchamp Street, Kyneton

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Aceloch for all your earthmoving needs Aceloch Earthmoving is your go-to company for all your earthmoving needs.

They offer a comprehensive range of earthmoving services, including excavation, demolition, site clearing and more.

Aceloch’s highly skilled professionals are committed to providing reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to help you get your job done on time and within budget.

They have a fleet of modern and wellmaintained earthmoving equipment, including excavators, bobcats, and tipper trucks, to handle any project, big or small. Their team is experienced in working across a range of industries, including residential, commercial and industrial.

They understand that every project is

Give Custom Bathroom Projects a call when you are looking for specialists in bathroom renovations.

James has been working in the Macedon Ranges and beyond for the last 15 years as a carpenter. Let the Custom Bathroom Projects team guide you through a stress-free journey to sophistication, where every selection and decision leads to the bathroom of your dreams, designed to last and reflect your exclusive style for years to come.

James and his team at Custom Bathroom Projects erase renovation worries with their dedication to quality and insured craftsmanship, guaranteeing a waterproof outcome that brings you tranquillity and spares you from future costs.

If you have been thinking about renovating your bathroom, call James now.

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The team at Frosts Building and Timber Supplies know exactly what the local builder, farmer and handyperson needs – and so they should! They’re a second generation local family business spanning 50 years. Frosts is a one-stop shop for all your building and fencing needs stocking a huge range of quality building products for residential or commercial projects and they keep their prices at highly affordable levels.

Frosts services include * Timber flooring – residential and commercial timber flooring services * Building supplies – supplies such as timber, steel, aluminium, cement, plasterboard, adhesive and DIY building materials * Decking supplies and decking materials * Door supplies such bi-fold door supplies.

What’s more, Frosts’ location in Sawmill Lane, Monegeetta, means that they are easily accessible – no traffic or parking probs here!

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unique, which is why they offer tailored solutions to meet your specific requirements.

Their team will work closely with you from start to finish, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

At Aceloch Earthmoving, they pride themselves on their commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

They are dedicated to building long-term relationships with their clients, and will always go the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction.

So, whether you need excavation for a new building site, site clearing for a construction project, or demolition of an existing structure, Aceloch Earthmoving has got you covered.

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A build second to none A new home is so much more than just bricks and mortar. Cutlack Builders believe a new home is the foundation to the picture of how life should and can be.

A correctly designed and built home can make all the difference. Cutlack Builders offer services for new homes, renovations, alterations, additions and extensions. Their quality in building is second to none.

Have you ever wondered why most houses are so cold in winter and so hot in summer? And use so much energy to make them comfortable to live in?

Contact Cutlack Builders to find out how they make all the difference.

Brant and his team of qualified subcontractors, tradesmen and consultants share the passion for creating homes and doing quality work that will last for years.

Brant became a qualified carpenter after he recognised his passion for building was more than just a hobby. With years of experience in the building industry, Brant took his passion a step further and became a registered builder.

In addition, Brant has gained Green Builder Studies, Certificate II in Engineering Studies, and Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

Cutlack Builders is a member of the Housing Industry Association, Master Builders and the Building Commission. As a service, they carry all relevant insurances, including public liability, contract works and home warranty insurance.

Send them your plans, talk to them about your ideas or choose from their plan range.

• New Homes • Extensions • Renovations • Custom Design Homes • Energy Efficient

Call Brant - Ph 0400 955 462 info@cutlackbuilders.com.au

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It’s love at first height!

The first double-storey addition to Metricon’s Acreage Collection, the Highlander, is winning hearts across the board – and it’s easy to see why. The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, the expansive Highlander residence is primely positioned in the leafy town of Gisborne.

Beautifully enriched by sky-high ceilings, generous proportions and unrivalled fixtures and finishes, the Highlander delivers an uncompromising lifestyle of luxury.

Based on one of Metricon’s most sought-after acreage homes, the Denver, the Highlander is the epitome of contemporary country living.

“The opportunity to create a double-storey version of the Denver enabled us to incorporate features never seen before in acreage homes,” says Adrian Popple, Metricon design director.

Designed around a towering atrium entrance that soars the full height of the home, this grand entryway flows into an impeccably presented kitchen and sublime open-plan living area that effortlessly transitions to a tranquil outdoor entertaining retreat.

“The kitchen, butler’s pantry and laundry zones are all linked with dual access points so that they are both functional and luxuriously vast, creating a real statement space, which you would expect in a home of this size.

There’s also an oversized garage with a workshop and separate storeroom for the home handyman or anyone keen on working the land.”

The Highlander also presents a home theatre ideal for movie lovers, and an additional sitting room on the ground floor so that everyone can carve out their own space. The main downstairs bedroom has its own huge ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, and there are three more additional bedrooms, all spacious and with their own walk-in wardrobes too.

Head up a sweeping staircase to uncover yet another spectacular master suite. The first floor is also home to another sitting room and a study area, ideal for those looking for some peace and quiet.

“Boasting five bedrooms, including two master suites, one on each level, along with four living areas means the home can be zoned off in a multitude of ways to provide the ultimate in flexibility and multi-generational living,” Adrian says.

Buying into the Highlander lifestyle is indulging in a dream that can easily become a reality.

The Highlander display home in Gisborne at 13 Willowbank Road is open daily from 11am-5pm.

Solar’s a hot topic With home and business energy prices rising and the answer to power possibilities changing rapidly, it’s good to know there is a place where you can readily get the power situation explained to you and your questions answered.

The team from Central Spark is holding Tuesday Chats, local solar and battery information sessions and Q&As. They have a wealth of knowledge on the subject and are always keeping up to date so their clients have the best possible advice and opportunities.

Based in Castlemaine and servicing far and wide across central Victoria including Kyneton and surrounds, Central Spark has more than a decade of experience providing high-quality renewable energy solutions.

But the information you can gather from Central Spark isn’t limited to information sessions.

Company spokesperson Paul Blackman lives in Guildford and travels regularly throughout the region delivering

customised quotes on a range of solar systems. He works with customers to provide the most suitable energy solution for their requirements.

“We have extensive experience in various installation challenges and are in constant internal contact with our employed in-house team of A-grade electricians and solar/battery accredited designers,” he says.

“We are able to offer the most accurate and realistic installation advice, even if that means not installing anything!”

Paul says one of the main focuses of Central Spark as a locally owned business – owner Matthew Wilson grew up in Maldon – was offering transparency in the solar field.

“We are very much a ‘nuts and bolts’ solar business and there is no smoke or mirrors. We offer sensible, realistic options and then work on providing the best system for each customer’s needs,” Paul says.

He says solar systems were always popular and now

more reliable than they had ever been with the solar panels themselves also cheaper and better than at any time in history.

Despite that, there is still a lot of chat about solar happening at backyard barbecues that just isn’t quite right.

You can find out heaps of information at a Tuesday Chat, such as how modern inverters can be wifi-links to portals so power gathering and use can be monitored.

Different technologies are also on offer and changing.

The pricing and quality of equipment on offer can vary greatly and updates on rebates and incentives are also at the Central Spark team’s fingertips, as is all the knowhow of battery storage.

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Midland

PROPERTY & LIVING

Options abound

As a weekender or permanent home, 30 Adair Street, Maldon is both comfortable and stylish with light filled spaces, generous rooms and an easy to live in feel. Decorative ceilings and doors provide the charm of a period home, and polished wooden flooring runs throughout adding warmth and character.

As you enter via the front portico, antique french doors unfold into a spacious open plan living area, seamlessly combining the lounge room and dining space. In keeping with a traditional floorplan, the country style kitchen is separate. A working wood cooker and modern appliances including electric cooktop and wall oven plus dishwasher blend the old and new. A moveable island bench is perfect when entertaining.

There are three bedrooms, all are generous and all have built-in robes. The master is expansive with plenty of room to incorporate an ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe. It also has a split system and ceiling fan for optimum comfort. The bathroom blends country flair with functionality, offering lots of space and integrated laundry facilities.

A north facing deck accessible from the sitting room creates a seamless indooroutdoor connection, creating a lovely flow from the home to the garden. Establishing vines will cover the alfresco for the perfect summer retreat. The garden has been lovingly

established with shade trees, screens of greenery and masses of colourful plantings.

Large, grassed areas are great for pets or children to enjoy and the property is fully fenced and secure. A garden shed with power is the ideal storage solution for garden tools and other essentials. There is ample off-street parking, and a carport provides protected vehicle storage and sheltered access into the home.

Positioned in one of Maldon’s more sought-after streets, you are only a short stroll from the delights of its cafes and eateries, shopping and attractions.

MucklefOrd

hArcourT

$795,000 - $825,000 Inspect:

Contact agent

Agent:

Di Selwood 0488 148 358

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PeAceful, PrIvAte Weekender Only MInutes tO cAstleMAIne • Flexible floorplan with 2/3 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms and 2 toilets • Off-grid solar power with battery storage, rain water storage and multiple dams • 23.6 acres approx. with access from Rilens and Butchers Roads. Treed/cleared land, good fencing and quiet location

Deceptively spacious - desirable location 30 Adair Street Maldon $769,000Agent: Property Plus Real Estate Di Selwood 5447 4088

35 & 35A Mills Road

$395,000 per block Inspect:

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Agent:

Di Selwood 0488 148 358

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A 1/4 Acre: The AussIe DreAm • 2 generous 1/4 acre blocks with rural aspect. Walk to Harcourt town centre • Pre and primary schools at your doorstep, plus easy access to the Calder Highway for commute to Melbourne or Bendigo • Colorbond fencing to both sides leaving the rears free to enjoy the bush views.

Power and other services close by

KN277924

302 Rilens Road

A2 B2

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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for sale 89 Duke Street, Castlemaine Classic retro architecture doesn’t get better than this. Welcome to the Butterfly House, an iconic landmark in Castlemaine for its retro design and stunning angled roofline typical of the 1950s. The generous 1002 sqm (approx) property has an approved two-lot sub-division with foot access to Whalley Street and the Leanganook Track.

YOUR BASE HERE

Villa Passalaqua 5 Fletcher Street, Guildford This beautiful and charming three-bedroom property sits nestled within its environment, as it has since the 1880s when it was once The Farmers Arms Hotel, an Edwardian brick frontage was added to the home in 1919. Villa Passalaqua is a home away from home, making for a fantastic country weekend retreat or a home base.

Brand New Living 6 Gunangara Drive, Muckleford Newly built, this brick facade four-bedroom home on 703 sqm in the heart of the Gunangra Estate is move-in ready. The landscaping is a blank space ready for you to create your dream garden. With views over the surrounding area and only minutes from the heart of Castlemaine, be part of this new and exciting community!

Wingrove 98 Parkins Reef Road, Maldon Wingrove an architecturally designed home on a private 4046 sqm (approx.) features direct entry into the open-plan kitchen with dining and living.

Four bedrooms, the main with ensuite and walk-in robe. The property includes self-contained private accommodation with a kitchenette, sitting area, bedroom and a bathroom with toilet.

t: 5472 1133 cantwellproperty.com.au 220 Barker Street, Castlemaine

$775,000 View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0463 642 644

$675,000 View Saturday 4th May 12:45pm- 1:15pm Contact Nick Haslam 0422 848 662

$775,000 View Saturday 4th May 12:15pm-12:45pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

$1,480,000 View Saturday 4th May 11:30pm-12:00pm Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

An Emerging Design 44 Brigade Avenue, Campbells Creek Beautifully presented, this contemporary newly built double-storey three-bedroom home sits perfectly within its landscape and garden by renowned designer Simon Rickard. An emerging design, the 1088 sqm (approx) property allows for a sense of space inside and out, capturing the north light and a flexible floorspace with studio space.

Immaculate Living 65 Brown Street, Castlemaine This two-bedroom brick veneer home on a 556 sqm (approx) corner allotment is beautifully presented and neat as a pin inside and out, making it a fine choice for immaculate living. Ideally located a short drive from the centre of Castlemaine for retail and amenities, this home is easy living at its finest. A much-loved home is awaiting its next chapter.

Spacious Living 19 Martin Street, McKenzie Hill With views of the distant hills and sited on a generous 2699 sqm (approx) corner allotment, this circa 1978 brick four-bedroom home is a property for one looking for space and shedding, all within a short drive of Castlemaine for schools, retail, the train station, sporting facilities and additional amenities.

A Home for All 701 Pyrenees Highway, Chewton Privately tucked away on 15.3 acres (approx). Enter the home and into the updated open-plan kitchen with dining and living. Adjoining the kitchen is a second living room or fourth bedroom plus a study.

Three bedrooms, the main bedroom with an ensuite.

A double carport adjoins the house, and a 7.5 x 6m garage provides additional parking and storage.

$885,000 View By Appointment Contact Tom Robertson 0473 642 644

$749,000 View By Appointment Contact Michael Cantwell 0419 339 003

$875,000 View Saturday 4th May 10:30am-10:50am Contact Megan Walmsley 0411 043 324

$1,200,000 View Saturday 4th May 11:00am-11:30am Contact Nick Haslam 0422 848 662

KN277889

The Butterfly House

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Midland

PROPERTY & LIVING

Sanctuary living

Welcome to 8 Sanctuary Drive Kyneton, a stunning four bedroom, separate study, central bathroom and ensuite house with a spacious backyard and a whopping eight garage spaces. This beautiful property is situated on a generous 1440m2 land area (approx.) offering plenty of space for outdoor activities and entertainment.

The home is truly impressive, with a brick exterior and timber flooring throughout. The interior features a spacious family and living room, dining room, and kitchen, perfect for hosting gatherings and enjoying time

with family and friends.

A great plus to this property is the triple garage for car accommodation and internal access as well as a double carport suitable for caravan and boat plus another shed or work shop.

Located in a peaceful neighbourhood, this property offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. With easy access to the freeway and nearby parks, schools, hospitals, and medical services this home is ideal for those looking for a balance of convenience and natural beauty.

FOR SALE $595,000

1/23 Gainsborough Street, CASTLEMAINE

134 Duke Street, CASTLEMAINE

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

FOR SALE $820,000 - $895,000

AN EASY CHOICE

“ALLUVIAL”

• Set on a corner allotment with easy to maintain gardens this townhouse environment allows for easy to enjoy living or wonderful investment.

• Features 2 generous sized bedrooms, central bathroom, open plan kitchen meals living and a separate North facing sunroom or extra living room.

• A secure lock up garage and ducted cooling are also included.

• Hidden behind an established hedge is this delightful period cottage retaining many features of a bygone era.

• Features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen meals family, study nook, cellar, and a variety of outdoor entertaining options.

• Chicken run, vegetable patch, established gardens, garden and storage sheds, solar power and much more.

FOR SALE 422 Drummond-Vaughan Road, $1,150,000 – $1,250,000 GLENLUCE IDYLLIC RETREAT

OFI: Saturday 4th May 10.00am - 10.30am

• Serene 10-acre retreat with native flora, pastures, and 2 tranquil dams.

• Light-filled 1990s residence boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 loft/attics.

• Enjoy polished timber floors, hydronic heating, and a spacious central fireplace.

• Indulge in a Russian-imported sauna, ample shedding, mains and solar power, and water tanks.

OFI: Saturday 4th May 2.00pm - 2.30pm

KN276790

OFI: Saturday 4th May 10.00am - 10.30am

Four bedrooms and a separate study 8 Sanctuary Drive, Kyneton $1,250,000 - $1,350,000 Raine & Horne Kyneton Jennifer Pearce 0427 422 508

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392 sqm

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874 sqm

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41,617 sqm

56 Mostyn St. Castlemaine VIC 3450 | P 03 5470 6277 www.castlemaineproperty.com.au

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109 Piper Street, Kyneton

Tuesday, April 30, 2024-27

3a

1b

2c

j 625 sqm approx

Character and warmth from every corner

For Sale: $995,000 - $1,075,000 Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

24 Hoburd Drive, Woodend

Carole Lenander Kerryn Wildenburg

4a

2b

2c

0401 472 346 0420 473 041

j 1.62ha approx

Private Sale: $1,250,000 - $1,350,000 Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Leanne Pearman Tom May

0400 947 799 0413 996 185

KN277897

Privacy and position in park like setting

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Midland

PROPERTY & LIVING

Unmatched lifestyle

Elegant Woodcot is a beautiful, long held family home with its origins dating back to the family of Sir Harry Lawson, once a Premier of Victoria.

An unmatched lifestyle opportunity awaits in tightly held Turner Street, Woodcot offers a beautiful, treed setting with north facing garden outlook behind a white picket fence, a charming, elevated street presence and original return verandahs.

Inside there are three double bedrooms with tall double hung windows, an entry vestibule with leadlight window and long central hallway.

There is ducted gas heating for comfort while for style there are original doors and windows and period wallpaper of the era plus a large lounge room with corner marble surround fireplace.

The large dining room features a fireplace/ heater and built-in bookshelf while the 1970’s era kitchen is complete with a dishwasher, meals area and walk-in pantry.

Bathroom, laundry, and rear vestibule also feature while the east facing sunroom offers a spacious studio or extra living space.

Original gardens have pathways, trees, and a driveway that wraps around to the rear of the home which has a single garage, large oak tree and much space to accommodate future extensions, remodeling, outbuildings, or gardens.

Adjoining the west side, an additional 1,000m2 residential allotment may be secured by the purchaser of the home. It has a matching picket fence, stone walling and gardens offering a great site for a new home or much space for the garden enthusiast.

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Woodcot circa 1913 – a captivating Edwardian residence 8 Turner Street, Castlemaine $1,250,000 Belle Property Castlemaine Rob Waller 0418 571 130 Blasi Mulholland 0418 571 130

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Belle Property Castlemaine and Maldon.

13 Hill View Court, McKenzie Hill

1 Kulindi Court, McKenzie Hill

4 a 2 b 2 v 1473 r

3 a 1 b 2 v 634 r For sale $1,150,000 View Saturday 4th May 1:45pm - 2:15pm

• Period style brick villa in delightful gardens with solar and reverse cycle air.

• 3 double bedrooms with robes, large 2-way bathroom, double garage with direct entry, kitchen with walk-in pantry.

Rob Waller | 0418 571 130 Tim Noonan | 0413 464 949

Rob Waller | 0418 571 130 Scott Rawlings | 0409 675 408

4/8 Gaulton Street, Castlemaine

35 Bull Street, Castlemaine

2 a 1 b 2 v 268 r

3 a 1 b 2 v 937 r

• Wonderful townhouse unit with secure garden, delightful setting 2 blocks from the shops.

• Discover an updated interior with an inviting open-plan lounge & generous kitchen.

Rob Waller | 0418 571 130 Blasi Mulholland | 0417 311 733

Belle Property Castlemaine | 5470 5811 167 Barker Street, Castlemaine Belle Property Maldon | 5475 1055 30A Main Street, Maldon belleproperty.com

For sale $599,000 View Saturday 4th May 10:15am - 10:45am

• Delightfully improved 1950 timber villa in Bluechip locale with 2 double bedrooms.

• Renovated 1800s stables with workshop and large upstairs studio space.

• Leafy garden, fruit trees and outdoor area.

For sale $715,000 View Saturday 4th May 11:15am - 11:45am

For sale View Saturday 4th May 12:15pm - 12:45pm

Rob Waller | 0418 571 130 Blasi Mulholland | 0417 311 733

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• Stunning modern home with views & polished timber floor.

• Luxe interior with 4 car garage, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 covered outdoor areas and a large landscaped garden with outlook.

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Midland

PROPERTY & LIVING

Two for one

Utterly unique, the property has a large home divided into two self-contained dwellings. It offers diverse living options and possibilities from housing large/extended family, weekender retreat or generating a separate income.

The main residence has two bedrooms with builtin robes, renovated bathroom with toilet and shower, modern kitchen/dining, and a spacious lounge.

Internal features include split system air conditioner, wood-burning heater, gas log fire, ceiling fans, brick feature walls and raked ceiling.

The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, ample bench space and cupboard storage.

The second space has two bedrooms with builtin robes, a three-piece bathroom, separate toilet, kitchen/dining, and lounge.

The property is set on (approx.) three acres, offering plenty of space. Enjoy the in ground pool, entertainment area and bar. Additions include two fenced paddocks, secure dog run and ample parking.

Located only a five minute drive from Castlemaine CBD for all your shopping and amenity needs.

Easy access to Calder freeway for those travelling to Bendigo (25 mins) or Melbourne (90 mins). This property is available for settlement early 2025.

Property: Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Dual living lifestyle property on three acres (approx.)

8763 Midland Highway Barkers Creek $995,000 Keogh Real Estate 5472 1248

Just Listed - 10 Acres

Open For Inspection - Saturday 4th May 11:00am - 11:30am

1 Archibold Street, Chewton

2

1

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Charming cottage offering open plan dining living, kitchen, two bedrooms, shared laundry and bathroom plus separate toilet. Split system, gas log fire and ceiling fans for year round comfort. Outdoors, a beautiful mix of cottage style gardens and established trees, undercover decked space, a great place to entertain. The 483 sqm allotment is fully fenced and offers a single carport, additional parking in driveway and garden shed.

For those looking for a tree change and want the peace and quiet of a country lifestyle, this 10 acre (approx) parcel represents an excellent opportunity to build your acreage dream (S.T.C.A). Accessed by a quiet road with minimal passing traffic. The land offers a mixture of cleared and timbered land with gentle undulation, plus multiple options for home sites (S.T.C.A). There is mains power available. Located in an extremely well-held area of Castlemaine, only 4kms from the CBD. $600,000

KN277899

$620,000—$650,000

10 acres

256 Blakeley Road, Castlemaine

www.keoghrealestate.com

sales@keoghrealestate.com

03 5472 1248

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KN277799

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KN275339/K

KN270704

Platinum Cabinets and Joinery can create and manufacture everything your home needs.

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CABINETRY/JOINERY

KN276373

For the best looking garden in the street...

Site cuts- house and sheds, animal burials, property cleanup, driveways - new or repairs, all general earthworks, free quotes. Rubber track bobcat, 5 ton excavator, tip truck.

Phone Toby 0407 885 863

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KN273076

0408 690 883

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KN274931

KN276377

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KN265102

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Loved daughter-in-law of Barry and Val, sister-in-law to Brendan, Narelle and Troy, Kylie and Lou, Leah and Cameron.

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We say goodbye with the love, appreciation and adoration she deserves and thank all who knew and loved her for being part of her spectacular life.

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TREZISE Allan John

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A Funeral service to celebrate the life of Mr Allan John Trezise will be held at the Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5 Piper Street, Kyneton, on MONDAY (May 6th 2024), commencing at 10:30 am A burial at Woodend Cemetery to follow.

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SP PORTS WRAP Hannah Fletcher riding Brookside Denzel. Photo: One Eyed Frog Photography

Hannah headed Home track winner to Tamworth Brooklyn Baby ridden by John Keating wins the Happy Birthday Cameron Lloyd 0 - 58 Handicap at Kyneton. Photo: Jay Town/Racing Photos

During the recent school holidays several riders from the region attended the Interschools State Championships at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.

The event runs over five days and is extremely competitive with more than 400 riders and 500 horses competing.

Hannah Fletcher represented Castlemaine Secondary College and won the Preliminary Senior Dressage Championship on Brookside Denzel. They placed third in the Show Hunter Senior and seventh overall

out of 200 secondary students.

Hannah and Brookside Denzel have gained two spots on Team Victoria competing at the Australian Interschools Championships in Tamworth later this year in September.

“It’s a long drive but we’ve always wanted to go to Tamworth,” Hannah and mum Sarah said.

This will be Hannah’s last year competing at Interschools as she completes year 12.

Trainer Mick Sell has always been convinced Brooklyn Baby has plenty of ability, and she proved it on Saturday.

Racing on her home track after a break of 13 weeks since her Maiden success, the four-year-old mare scored the easiest win of the day on the nine-event program.

Regular rider John Keating rode her a treat from barrier 1 in the Happy Birthday Cameron Lloyd Handicap over 1115 metres.

Keating booted Brooklyn Baby clear in the straight to win by eight lengths, much to the delight of the trainer, breeder and owners.

At one stage the mare had run second on five occasions, but two wins in a row have now taken her earnings to $84,495.

Keating has been a tremendous help to the Sell stable since the trainer sustained a broken leg, and capped off the meeting by riding the winner of the final race.

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SP PORTS WRAP Reserves EAGLEHAWK STRATHFIELDSAYE KANGAROO FLAT SOUTH BENDIGO

Seniors

Seniors

RIDDELL 0.4 3.6 3.13 6.16 (52) WOODEND-HESKET 1.2 4.2 6.3 7.5 (47) GOALS: Riddell: D Galea 2 T Alkemade D Podolczak T Stead N Croft. Woodend-Hesket: W Wiseman 3 O Watt 2 D Toman R Ferguson. BEST: Riddell: L Cannon T Alkemade D Podolczak J Hammerling J Horton K Ogilvie. Woodend-Hesket: D Toman W Wiseman R Ferguson K Baker J Duggan O Watt DIGGERS REST 5.3 8.4 9.4 10.7 (67) MACEDON 0.0 3.2 5.3 7.6 (48) GOALS: Macedon: J Cooke 4 S Indian A Morham L Hay. BEST: Macedon: E Ferguson J Cooke Z Smedley B Hoyne S Indian J Gough KYNETON 0.1 4.1 8.2 14.5 (89) LANCEFIELD 0.6 1.8 3.10 4.13 (37) GOALS: Kyneton: A Nolte 4 E Foreman 4 R Pretty 2 J Gaff 2 M Johns C Fisher. Lancefield: C Osmond J Morgan R Barber A Simpson. BEST: Kyneton: J Willmott A Mahony E Foreman A Nolte J Gaff D Bennington. Lancefield: A Miles A Simpson R Omeara L Giles R Barber C Reid WALLAN MELTON CENTRALS

7.4 1.3

14.5 3.4

Reserves

18.11 24.16 4.5 5.5

(160) (35)

KYNETON 1.1 2.2 4.3 6.7 (43) LANCEFIELD 1.2 2.2 3.6 4.7 (31) GOALS: Kyneton: E Davie 3 J Harris 2 M Hanna. Lancefield: J Regan 2 B Stewart 2 B Gunning. BEST: Kyneton: E Davie J Harris J Ellis L Randle-hewitt J Pilbeam J Street-Glasson. Lancefield: B Gunning D Reynolds I Smithwick J O’Meara A Shepherdley W Hardham RIDDELL 6.0 8.3 8.7 9.9 (63) WOODEND-HESKET 2.1 2.3 3.3 3.5 (23) GOALS: Riddell: Z Chahine 3 J Apps 2 J Gray 2 T Martin T Ford.

Woodend-Hesket: K Haddad 2. BEST: Riddell: J Apps T Martin B Zarb B Donnelly R Cleaver O Powell. Woodend-Hesket: K Haddad A Davidson E O Mahony R Miranda C Reed E Rowe DIGGERS REST 3.1 9.2 11.4 15.6 (96) MACEDON 1.0 2.0 6.1 6.2 (38) GOALS: Macedon: M Faria 2 K McLaughlin 2 J Whatman. BEST: Macedon: J BullussT Hildebrand N Hynes C Brill J Alabaster K McLaughlin WALLAN MELTON CENTRALS

1.4 2.1

6.6 2.2

9.9 2.3

Under 19.5s

16.13 2.3

STRATHFIELDSAYE 2.2 5.5 6.8 10.11 (71) EAGLEHAWK 1.3 6.5 7.7 9.8 (62) GOALS: Strathfieldsaye: A Sheahan 3 J Schischka 3 M Gordon 2 P Blandford M Harvey. Eaglehawk: J Mullen 2 D Richards 2 B Ilsley 2 J Neaves 2 S O’Shannessy. BEST: Strathfieldsaye: C Jones M Gordon L Gill R Wilson S Geary P Blandford. Eaglehawk: B Evans B Ilsley J Mullen C Holmes B Frost B Thompson KANGAROO FLAT 5.6 8.8 12.11 18.13 (121) SOUTH BENDIGO 8.0 10.1 11.2 15.4 (94) GOALS: Kangaroo Flat: J Bateson 5 H Whitty 4 E Roberts 2 T Roberts 2 L Ellings 2 R Savy L Dalziel T Balcke. South Bendigo: B Harvey 8 S Stroobants 2 A Avery 2 R Harvey Z Holmes Z Sims. BEST: Kangaroo Flat: J Hywood L Ellings J Bateson E Roberts L Dalziel x Dingfelder-hope. South Bendigo: B Harvey A Avery B Haddow C Brooks Z Hare I Miller

GISBORNE GIANTS 3.3 6.5 7.8 14.8 (92) RIDDELL 0.1 1.1 1.1 2.2 (14) GOALS: Gisborne Giants: J Clough 3 M Walsh 2 S Scarlett 2 M Richards 2 N Lamplugh 2 N Bootle L Bianco J Evans. Riddell: L Brauman 2. BEST: Gisborne Giants: J Mccann N Bootle A Forrester J Waters S Scarlett M Richards. Riddell: T Smith L Cardillo B Verrall J Dowson R Jinkins L McCarthy

Senior Womens

MACEDON 0.0 1.6 6.8 9.8 (62) MOUNT ALEXANDER 0.1 0.1 1.2 1.2 (8) GOALS: Macedon: C Noonan 5 S Parker 2 M Maxted L Collins. BEST: Macedon: L Collins R Watts S Jones L Slater S Parker T Veliscek.

KYNETON 3.4 6.7 8.8 12.13 (85) LANCEFIELD 0.1 0.1 0.1 1.1 (7) GOALS: Kyneton: E Williams 3 J Savoia 3 J Bennett 2 B Meadows J Rolls L Roberts E Gibson. Lancefield: M Heales. BEST: Kyneton: J Savoia B Hateley E Gibson T Ainslie J Bennett E Williams.

Lancefield: C Goldsworthy C Hodgson T Robotham G Murphy M Heales C Ager WOODEND-HESKET 2.0 3.1 4.3 7.4 (46) MELTON 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 (1) GOALS: Woodend-Hesket: A Bromley 2 S Mcclenahan 2 K Bau J Spring C Lindsay. BEST: Woodend-Hesket: H Cassar T Smyth S Mcclenahan A Bromley J Spring M Connell.

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Macedon Kyneton Woodend-Hesket Melton Mount Alexander Lancefield Romsey

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A 158 212 191 224 225 221 160 280 366

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128 126 90 175 210 196 182 278 330

264.84 16 155.56 16 298.89 8 144.57 8 80.95 8 86.73 4 57.69 4 63.67 0 10.91 0

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365.43 160.12 95.49 193.81 148.36 49.04 48.95 46.4

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6.10 2.4 5.7 4.6

9.13 3.6 8.13 4.7

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GOLDEN SQUARE 5.2 8.2 9.6 13.6 (84) CASTLEMAINE 0.1 1.3 1.4 2.6 (18) GOALS: Castlemaine: E Byrne D Hickey. BEST: Castlemaine: T Wilson C McLennan W Staples D Gray T Jackson E Maltby

Under 18s GOLDEN SQUARE 3.3 6.3 12.5 15.7 (97) CASTLEMAINE 0.1 3.4 3.5 6.5 (41) GOALS: Castlemaine: T Whaley C De Bono. BEST: Castlemaine: A Bracken P Leathem J Balcombe A Rixon C Holman C Mclennan

12.3 4.2

15.7 5.4

(97) (34)

EAGLEHAWK STRATHFIELDSAYE

3.2 1.3

4.2 2.4

5.5 5.5

9.8 6.10

(62) (46)

GISBORNE 9.6 23.9 35.13 42.21 (273) MARYBOROUGH 1.0 1.3 1.3 2.3 (15) GOALS: Gisborne: P McKenna 8 H Luxmoore 7 S Graham 5 Z Denahy 4 H Thomas 4 D Young 2 B Bernacki 2 B Blake 2 R Bourke J Lynch M Merrett L Spear H Manders D Johnstone J Gray J Cardillo.

Maryborough: M Johnston F Russell. BEST: Gisborne: B Bernacki F Lakey B Blake H Luxmoore Z Denahy P McKenna. Maryborough: T Myers K Lanfranchi A Brown M Mcclure C Perry J Britten

GISBORNE 7.0 11.8 18.15 25.19 (169) MARYBOROUGH 0.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 (6) GOALS: Gisborne: C Ozanne 5 R Leedham 3 J Zerafa 3 W Mackay 3 W Watson 2 M Trakosas B Dickins L Evans N Kontossis H Bryant J Rutten C Johns J Floreani D Lewis. BEST: Gisborne: C Ozanne H Bryant R Leedham L Evans J Floreani W Mackay.

MALDON 7.8 11.10 15.18 23.24 (162) MARYBOROUGH 0.0 1.1 1.1 1.2 (8) GOALS: Maldon: J Cox 6 B Kitchingman 3 B Brown 3 J Medhurst 2 D Connell 2 J Knight 2 M Colston 2 B Saint D Ross F Rowbottom. BEST: Maldon: B Brown D Connell M Colston J Medhurst J Cox F Rowbottom.

Under 17.5s NAVARRE AVOCA

HARCOURT 4.0 8.2 9.6 13.7 (85) DUNOLLY 1.4 4.7 5.9 8.9 (57) GOALS: Harcourt: J Rodda 4 B Leech 2 C Anderson 2 N Anderson J Hogg B Vaz L Anderson P Chaplin. BEST: Harcourt: J Rodda J Gartside D Chaplin K Mcbride M Noonan L Anderson.

NEWSTEAD 4.1 8.4 10.6 10.10 (70) AVOCA 1.3 2.4 5.6 8.8 (56) GOALS: Newstead: T James 3 A Mayes 2 D Keane 2 D Gordois M Williams R Smith. BEST: Newstead: A Robins C Mckendry A Murphy R Smith D Gordois H McGuire.

MALDON 4.2 11.4 19.9 22.15 (147) MARYBOROUGH 1.1 2.2 4.2 5.3 (33) GOALS: Maldon: B Leonard-Shannon 6 C Buchanan 4 S Greene 3 N Pierce 2 A Millen 2 O Leonard-Shannon B Oates S Burchell M Gray N Thompson. BEST: Maldon: S Greene M Gray N Thompson C Buchanan A Farrow D Wust.

LEXTON TALBOT

5.4 2.2

7.9 5.5

8.12 10.13 9.8 10.12

(73) (72)

CARISBROOK 5.4 15.8 19.15 23.18 (156) CAMPBELLS CREEK 3.0 3.1 4.1 4.1 (25) GOALS: Campbells Creek: J Wootton 2 L Manning J Allison.

BEST: Campbells Creek: N O’Brien K Gellatly J Wootton N Stubbings D Stevens S Moss

Reserves LEXTON TALBOT

3.3 2.1

6.6 2.1

7.10 11.14 3.2 6.3

(80) (39)

TRENTHAM 2.0 4.2 8.4 8.6 (54) NAVARRE 2.5 4.5 6.5 6.9 (45) GOALS: Navarre: L Notting 2 A Young C Ferguson W Moloney J Abbott. BEST: Trentham: C Whelan P Smith G Wales J Gray J Cutler C Petrie.

HARCOURT 5.1 9.5 13.7 17.14 (116) DUNOLLY 3.1 4.1 4.2 6.3 (39) GOALS: Harcourt: M Camilleri 5 T Barnett 3 H Brereton 2 C Dickman 2 Z Barilari 2 S Paine A Mack A Jensen. BEST: Harcourt: K Bruce A Jensen M Camilleri H Brereton T Barnett J Smith.

CARISBROOK 7.2 15.5 20.9 22.17 (149) CAMPBELLS CREEK 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 (1) GOALS: Campbells Creek: Details N/A.. BEST: Campbells Creek: C Hicks B Carson D Tanapa M Kerney L Picken AVOCA 3.4 6.6 10.6 13.6 (84) NEWSTEAD 0.0 3.3 4.4 7.7 (49) GOALS: Newstead: K Tanner 3 J Thomas B Rinaldi C Chapman. BEST: Newstead: B Pedretti M Hepburn B Rinaldi K Tanner C Chapman M James

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MALDON 3.1 6.3 6.5 8.8 (56) MARYBOROUGH 0.3 1.4 2.7 3.7 (25) GOALS: Maldon: B Doyle 3 S Aherne M Woodward B Dickens R Davey N Turner. BEST: Maldon: C Buchanan R Davey T Cananzi H Gardner Trott B Doyle D zammit.

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2.3 0.0

5.5 0.1

6.10 14.12 0.1 0.1

CARISBROOK 8.0 11.3 14.5 18.7 (115) CAMPBELLS CREEK 1.1 2.3 3.6 4.9 (33) GOALS: Campbells Creek: D Rowe 2 L Mountford 2. BEST: Carisbrook: M FarrugiaT Lever HTatchell O Allbutt M Cain C Matthews.

MALDON 0.7 4.10 6.11 10.12 (72) MARYBOROUGH 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 (13) GOALS: Maldon: A Turner 2 T Evans 2 D Lovell O Merlo L Pascoe J Jennings M Taylor F Walls. BEST: Maldon: A Turner F Walls T Evans M Taylor E Egleton S Gross.

NAVARRE 2.3 7.5 14.8 20.8 (128) TRENTHAM 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 (12) GOALS: Trentham: J Reid E Walsh. BEST: Trentham: H Thompson W Hopper O Holmes A Ryrie G Fox L stringer HARCOURT 7.2 15.8 20.13 24.16 (160) DUNOLLY 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.2 (8) GOALS: Harcourt: X Stone 11 J Webster 3 P Kelly 3 D Rowe 2 D Pryor J Archer L McKay H Vance K Waddington. BEST: Harcourt: X Stone J Webster L McKay J Muscat P Kelly J Archer.

Under 11.5s HARCOURT 0.1 1.1 1.1 2.4 (16) DUNOLLY 1.0 1.0 1.2 1.2 (8) GOALS: Harcourt: B Mannix T Waddington. BEST: Harcourt: B Mannix T Waddington M Vidler A Lane L Hartnett C Burns.

CARISBROOK 4.2 8.4 11.5 16.7 (103) CAMPBELLS CREEK 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 (1) GOALS: Campbells Creek: Details N/A. BEST: Campbells Creek: E Mountford N Jones P Golles J Anderson E Goulding B Reidie NEWSTEAD 2.0 3.2 5.4 8.5 (53) AVOCA 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 (1) GOALS: Newstead: P Blake 3 Z Dyer 2 D Dyer X Britt S Williams. BEST: Newstead: W Garsed Z Dyer X Britt P Blake B Bright S Williams.

MARYBOROUGH 4.3 5.3 8.4 12.5 (77) MALDON 0.0 0.1 0.3 1.4 (10) GOALS: Maldon: N Jennings. BEST: Maldon: O Merlo A Pascoe B Webb O Cox T Merlo N Jennings TRENTHAM 2.1 4.2 4.2 5.5 (35) NAVARRE 0.1 1.2 1.5 2.5 (17) GOALS: Trentham: D Thompson 3 M Thompson H Leong.

BEST: Trentham: C Miller C Powney D White T Martland E Leong H Leong.

0.0 0.1

1.1 0.1

4.2 0.1

6.4 0.1

Kangaroo Flat Sandhurst Eaglehawk Strathfieldsaye Golden Square Castlemaine Gisborne South Bendigo Maryborough

P 3 2 2 3 3 3 2 3 3

W 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 0

L 0 0 1 1 1 2 2 2 3

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 244 259 283 346 140 287 294 186 155

A 179 102 343 103 130 272 307 221 537

% Pts 136.31 12 253.92 8 82.51 8 335.92 4 107.69 4 105.51 4 95.77 4 84.16 4 28.86 0

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W 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 0

L 1 0 0 1 2 2 1 2 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 325 164 107 159 146 155 43 95 13

A 138 76 54 108 99 152 57 191 332

% Pts 235.51 8 215.79 8 198.15 8 147.22 8 147.47 4 101.97 4 75.44 4 49.74 4 3.92 0

A 89 43 221 166 83 195 157 279 238

% Pts 355.06 12 379.07 8 79.64 8 97.59 6 232.53 4 86.67 4 47.77 4 39.07 2 45.38 0

A 152 62 122 131 201 189 192 151 255 266 355 328 258

% Pts 165.13 12 382.26 8 207.38 8 206.87 8 125.87 8 118.52 8 83.33 8 166.89 4 83.14 4 74.44 4 46.2 0 42.99 0 17.83 0

A 73 102 98 124 89 78 153 202 210 230 255 342 271

% Pts 408.22 12 177.45 12 316.33 8 208.87 8 144.94 8 138.46 4 122.22 4 92.57 4 84.29 4 77.83 4 54.9 4 20.18 0 1.11 0

A 77 61 117 72 58 138 199 70 274 96 0

% Pts 248.05 12 270.49 8 176.92 8 169.44 4 137.93 4 92.03 4 90.45 4 75.71 0 12.04 0 4.17 0 0 0

Under 18s Golden Square Sandhurst Castlemaine Kangaroo Flat Gisborne South Bendigo Eaglehawk Maryborough Strathfieldsaye

P 3 2 3 3 2 3 2 3 3

W 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 0

L 0 0 1 1 1 2 1 2 3

D 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0

F 316 163 176 162 193 169 75 109 108

Ladders Seniors Harcourt Natte Bealiba Carisbrook Trentham Dunolly Talbot Lexton Maldon Navarre Newstead Maryborough Avoca Campbells Creek

P 3 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2

Harcourt Lexton Maldon Talbot Trentham Natte Bealiba Navarre Carisbrook Newstead Dunolly Avoca Maryborough Campbells Creek

P 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 2

Maldon Natte Bealiba Maryborough Carisbrook Navarre Lexton Avoca Trentham Talbot Harcourt Dunolly

P 3 2 3 2 1 3 3 1 3 1 0

Navarre Carisbrook Avoca Harcourt Trentham Maldon Maryborough Natte Bealiba Talbot Campbells Creek Dunolly Lexton Newstead

P 3 3 2 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 2 0 0

Newstead Carisbrook Maryborough Navarre Lexton Avoca Trentham Natte Bealiba Harcourt Talbot Dunolly Maldon Campbells Creek

P 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 2

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Reserves

6.3 3.1

TRENTHAM 5.2 9.3 18.6 20.6 (126) NAVARRE 1.2 4.6 4.7 8.14 (62) GOALS: Trentham: J Regan 4 M Strickland 3 J Keogh 3 A Raak 2 R Thiesz 2 T Fuller 2 S Ratliff S Kelly A Ferrier J Dovaston. BEST: Trentham: T Fuller R Thiesz H Hall J Regan H Knight J Cowan.

Strathfieldsaye Sandhurst Kangaroo Flat Gisborne Eaglehawk Castlemaine South Bendigo Golden Square Maryborough

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WALLAN 2.4 6.6 10.9 12.9 (81) ROMSEY 0.3 2.3 4.4 4.9 (33) GOALS: Wallan: M Datson 4 O Fowler 2 R Gilchrist 2 C Fowler D Coldrey J Yendall K Bell. Romsey: C Jedwab 2 J Rademaker L Segrave.

BEST: Wallan: L Young J Charlton A Moore B Fowler M Datson K Bell.

Romsey: J Rademaker D Kenyon C Jedwab C Beer D Tucker M Milburn

DIGGERS REST 1.1 2.2 2.5 2.7 (19) MACEDON 2.3 5.3 6.6 9.8 (62) GOALS: Macedon: T Rutledge 2 C Power 2 H Elmawey 2 L Krstev F Light T Wilson J Nolan. BEST: Macedon: T Rutledge H Elmawey R Nolan A Maher L Turner T Obrien

2.0 1.3

3.6 1.4

GOLDEN SQUARE 1.3 2.7 4.10 11.12 (78) CASTLEMAINE 2.4 3.5 5.9 9.12 (66) GOALS: Golden Square: J Stewart 3 J Rosengren 3 J Burke 3 R Monti K Daniels. Castlemaine: M Hartley 2 B Henderson 2 J Chester 2 T Hickey 2 J Watson. BEST: Golden Square: T Strauch K Daniels M Eaton D Hird J Stewart H Burke. Castlemaine: L Butcher T Hickey J Sutherland J Chester K Huntly B Byrne

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KYNETON 5.4 9.6 10.8 11.8 (74) LANCEFIELD 1.0 2.1 5.1 8.2 (50) GOALS: Kyneton: I Williamson 5 B Thompson 2 O Plunkett C Bone C Sutton L Thompson. Lancefield: F O’Meara 2 N Walker 2 C Bird L McTrusty Z Steel N Budde. BEST: Kyneton: I Williamson L Sheahan S Quinn D Roberts S Pyers M Wearne. Lancefield: N Walker W Carlin F O’Meara S Jowett J Ryan C Knox

2.4 0.1

Ladders

W 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 0 0 0

L 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 251 237 253 271 253 224 160 252 212 198 164 141 46

Reserves W 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0

L 0 0 1 1 0 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 298 181 310 259 129 108 187 187 177 179 140 69 3

Under 17.5s W 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 1 1 0 2 2 1 3 1 0

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 191 165 207 122 80 127 180 53 33 4 0

Under 14.5s W 3 3 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 0 0

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 339 453 214 162 71 73 55 45 38 35 8 0 0

A % Pts 14 2421.43 12 36 1258.33 12 51 419.61 8 137 118.25 4 131 54.2 4 222 32.88 4 163 33.74 4 76 59.21 0 177 21.47 0 211 16.59 0 275 2.91 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Under 11.5s W 3 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 3 3 2

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

F 237 236 124 198 129 109 50 68 24 33 17 16 1

A % Pts 1 23700 12 15 1573.33 12 34 364.71 12 44 450 8 42 307.14 8 103 105.83 8 40 125 4 58 117.24 4 147 16.33 4 132 25 0 221 7.69 0 220 7.27 0 185 0.54 0

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GOLF results

Kyneton Women’s teams with orange armbands supporting the rallies against genderbased violence at last weekend’s clashes. Photo: Kim Dickens

Kyneton women support campaign

Over the weekend, people from all over Australia came together in their communities to rally against genderbased violence. This rally-cry was also brought to the soccer pitch. Across the Bendigo Amateur Soccer League, women’s teams were wearing orange armbands in solidarity with women who have been victims of violence. A terrifying 31 women have been killed since the start of 2024 and most of them at the hands of someone they knew and who they should have been able to trust.

Kyneton Ranges Women’s soccer team linked arms and bowed their heads in a minute’s silence at the start of their two matchups this weekend in Bendigo and wore the orange armbands with pride.

Kyneton women’s Div 1 clash with Eaglehawk was a well-fought match and the orange armbands led the heart for the teams. Kyneton, with only 10 players on the pitch, played hard and with the team welcoming back Isha Kuyateh to the gloves, stood firm between the goal posts for the game.

Keeping locked in the backline was Ava Coleman, captain Bec Cole and Maddie Hacche who fielded the incoming balls from Eaglehawk with grace and determination, sending balls up the pitch to the welcoming midfield and forwards Remy McTaggart, Zara Hooppell, Lorelei Cook, Lucy Hebborn, Bronte Randell and Miranda Minson. It was a hard game, it was a solid game, but by the time the

Ref’s last three whistles blew Kyneton was unable to bring goals to their side of the ledger with the final score going down to Eaglehawk, 0-3.

Kyneton women’s Div 2 matched up with Epsom Stingers, also wearing the orange armbands, and with the team having no subs, they played with all their heart and soul. There were firsttime keepers donning the gloves, Lucy Hebborn and Lucy ‘OG’ Campbell, keeping any attempts on goal out, and the solid impenetrable backline with Bec Cole, Miranda Minson, Remy McTaggart and Mon O’Toole making sure the Epson forwards didn’t stand a chance getting to the top of the box. All the midfields were kept very busy throughout the 90 minutes and Ivy Morris-Perrott, Simone Hooppell, Lenka Thompson and Lucy Campbell were on their toes ready to pounce and send the ball to the fabulous forwards in Emma Tricarico and Sian Hooppell who were stellar at finding the back of the net.

The half-time swaps bringing defenders Mon O’Toole and Miranda Minson to the front proved equally as fruitful with both securing numerous goals for the Ranges, clicking the score over to double figures. There was a full women’s squad with Bec Cole and Simone Hooppell taking on the coaches role and putting forward a 1-3-4-2 formation to take home the glory at the last whistle, 0-11.

Tournament success

With the local croquet season having finished, Kyneton players looking for more competition have had to venture further afield.

Last week Damien Hadfield and Graham Smith ventured down to Warrnambool for their open tournament. Playing together in the doubles event they narrowly took out the Division One title, beating players from South Australia, Geelong and Gippsland, as well as players from southwest Victoria. Hadfield made it a very successful trip with a comprehensive win in the singles event.

On the weekend, four players headed to Melbourne to compete in the Essendon Handicap Doubles competition and it was another successful tournament for Kyneton team members.

Margaret Parker and Pat Fahy won six of their seven games beating players from metropolitan Melbourne as well as the Shepparton area to win Division 2. The second Kyneton pair of Jenny

Pat Fahy and Margaret Parker at Essendon.

Symons and Graham Smith found it much harder going but still came away with three wins.

CASTLEMAINE Low marker Michael O’Brien (4) was in good form on Saturday, taking out A-grade and overall honours with 39 stableford points.

Runner-up was Brad Sturgess (13) with 38.

A close finish ensured in B-grade, with Jayson Glenister (19) carding 37 points to finish one clear of Matthew Lorenz (22).

The four-person Ambrose on Anzac Day attracting 16 teams, coming from various clubs.

The winners with 57.125 were James Fox (20), Brenton Hinks (36), Rhys Webb (15) and Lachlan Brook (8).

The runners-up on 59.875 were Nic Simpson (18), Bryan Fitzgerald (15), Michael Marden (8) and Ryan Quiney (8).

GISBORNE What an amazing couple of weeks it has been for Gisborne Golf Club – the amount of support shown from the local community, neighbouring towns and golf clubs has been astounding, and for this the club will forever be grateful.

The number of golfers, including members and social players, using the course and driving range is sensational.

On Saturday, 155 players competed in the stableford event.

Dale Evans took out A-grade with 41 points, Peter Shelley B-grade with 38, and Mark Russell – a small man in a bush – won C-grade with the day’s best score of 44.

Special mention goes out to famous international cricket legend, Jason Lock, who snagged his first hole-in-one on Thursday.

Well done, Locky.

Suzanne Carroll and Barb Grbac won Wednesday’s 4BBB women’s event with a great 47 points.

Thanks to the women who registered in Golf Australia’s Royal Women’s Hospital competition.

This state-wide competition raises funds to purchase new equipment and to train specialist doctors in urogynaecology, for the Urogynea unit at the RCH. Moon Gordon and Daosiri Lock won the first round of this competition on Wednesday.

It is a club-based virtual event with statewide entries closing on November 1.

KYNETON Terry Gamble returned the best tally in Saturday’s stableford, played in two divisions.

Handicaps 0-15: Gamble (6) 39 points, from Jesper Hansen (11) 38; 16 & over: Connor Munro (31) 38, from David Evans (18) 36.

Trentham’s Suzie Ferrari (44) led in the ladies with 34 points.

John Chandler was deadly, winning NTPs on holes 4, 11 and 17 (also super pin), with Billy McKee closest on the ninth.

Wednesday stableford: David Pilcher (13) had 39 points from Martin Webber (5) 37.

Teaote Davies (19) led in the ladies with 35 points, and Geoff MacDermott landed both NTPs. The ladies began the week with an Ambrose for pairs , and less than a shot determined the winners.

Judy Aldred – Terry Morley 88-16.2571.75 edged out Bron Dwyer – Judy Quck 87-14.5-72.5.

LANCEFIELD Mark Robinson (18) scored a convincing win in Saturday’s stableford, carding 40 points.

James Whitford (10) filled second place with 38 on a countback from Peter McGill (7) In the women’s midweek stableford Anne Robinson (30) had 34 points to edge out Sheena Flentar (31) on a countback, with Fran Beard ((54) third with 32.

Tuesday Legends: Peter McGill (8) had a runaway victory with 38 points, from John Wilson (21) and Graham Mau (15) next best on 33.

ROMSEY Another strong field turned out for the April monthly medal on Saturday in generally good conditions.

One of the amazing things about golf is that as long as you can stand still and concentrate for about 45 seconds, you can still play.

The oldest player in the field at 85+ was Mick Nicholls Snr, and he took out the medal as competitors struggled to break their handicaps.

It was great to welcome back Mick Nicholls Jnr after the recent birth of his twin girls.

The winner carded 98-25-73 to beat Scott Williams 88-15-73 on a countback, with Andrew Laing 93-19-74 third after another countback.

NTPs went to Nicholls Snr and Jnr, Mick Squire had the longest drive, Simon Donovan best second shot, and Mal Mottram the least putts (27).

Congratulations to Anthony Lakey who had the best round of 95-20-75 in chilly conditions on Wednesday.

Putting honours (27) went to runner-up Steve Wilkins, with Jenny Hartley third.

Romsey’s midweek pennant team excelled with a clean sweep win last week over Lancefield, at Euroa.

Wilkins and Darlene Baker won easily, and Hartley, Hugh Williams and Kevin Dunn all finished 1-up.

TRENTHAM Anzac Day’s mixed stableford attracted 83 players, including plenty of visitors.

Finbar Walsh (12) topped A-grade with 40 points, Alex Everard (15) led in the B-graders with 36, and C-grader Thi Ngo (30) had the day’s best score of 41 points.

The Graham Purton Memorial par event on Saturday was won by top C-grader Terry Smith (26) with an excellent +4.

A-grade winner Paul Kenton-Barnes (9) and the B-grade winner Anthony Flores (16) both finished +2.

The ladies played stroke, with Everard 90-15-75 taking out A-grade, and Carolyn Garvey 104-34-70 topping C-grade.

WOODEND A tremendous Anzac Day Aussies v Kiwis grudge match in the American 4BBB format attracted 29 teams.

Runaway winners were Guy Moxley – Michelle Jakovac who dominated both the fashion stakes and the opposition.

They finished with a net 51.75, eight shots clear of Marian Orr – Chris Holliday.

In the combined Aussies v Kiwis event, victory went to our cousins from across the ditch, much to the delight of president ‘Kiwi Chris’.

It was a cracking autumn day for Saturday’s stableford.

Warren Else (4) had a day out, winning A-grade with 38 points, two ahead ahead of Jack Roberts (5).

Michael Bird (14) had 37 to top B-grade, from Ned O’Connor (16) on 36.

Else and Wayne Sliwinski were NTPs.

Guy Moxley and Michelle Jakovac dominated both the fashion stakes and the opposition in Woodend Golf Club’s Anzac Day Aussies v Kiwis grudge match.

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Super S uper Saturday Saturday att C a Camp amp Reserve Reserve Castlemaine’s senior women footballers claimed a win over Golden Square at Camp Reserve. Photo: Peter Banko

Castlemaine Football Netball Club hosted a Super Saturday of football and netball action at the Camp Reserve kicking off with the Under 18 girls football at 9am and capping the day off with the senior women’s football under lights following the senior men’s game.

As part of the day’s events the club took a stand in saying no more to domestic violence. To date, there have been 31 Australian women already killed in 2024 alone.

That’s more than a football team. Each life taken is a family impacted and a community left distraught.

The Magpie and Golden Square senior teams took a minute’s silence in honour of those who have had their lives taken because of domestic violence, and to acknowledge those whose access to everyday safety is currently under threat due to the actions of other people.

All teams also wore orange/yellow arm bands in solidarity.

The Magpies encourage their football netball community to start conversations, call out unsafe behaviours, ask for help, and take action to save lives that are at risk due to violence. If you need help, contact 1800RESPECT which is a 24/7 hotline.

The Magpie senior footballers were valiant against their Square opponents and conceded the game by just 12 points. Best on ground for Castlemaine was Kalan Huntly.

The senior women had a better day of it, claiming victory over the Square by 62 points. Best on ground was Aisling Tupper.

The reserves footballers lost to Square by 66 points. Best on ground for the Pies was Campbell McClennan.

The Under 18 boys and Under 18 girls also lost their games. Best on ground were Alton Bracken and Olivia Muscat respectively.

Decisive wins in MCDFNL

Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League round three competition last Saturday saw some decisive wins.

Harcourt welcomed the in-form Dunolly to the den and set up their 28-point win with an impressive four-goal opening term effort, while keeping the Eagles to one goal.

Dunolly lifted in the second term kicking another three goals to the Lions’ four for the term and held their own against Harcourt in the third where both sides only managed a goal apiece. But the Eagles were unable to recover from the early onslaught incurring their first loss of the season.

Final scores Harcourt 13.7 (85) to Dunolly 8.9 (57). The win sees Harcourt retain top spot on the ladder.

Maldon played host to the new look Maryborough Giants at the Bill Woodfull Reserve.

The Dons were impressive from the get-go kicking four goals in the opening term while keeping the visitors to just one. Maldon went super-charged in the second term smashing on another seven goals to one to hold a 56-point lead at half-time and went on with the job in the second half winning by a convincing 114 points.

Newstead made the trek to Avoca to tackle the Bulldogs and also set up their win with a four-goal opening term. Avoca fought back valiantly in the third term kicking three goals to the Steaders’ two and continued their comeback in the final term booting another three goals, while holding the Roos to just four points. But the damage had been done and Newstead held on to win by 14 points.

Campbells Creek made the journey across the Moolort Plains to take on Harcourt’s Alex Code swoops in to scoop up the ball as Carisbrook. Creek was impressive in the first term kicking three goals and holdhis Dunolly opponent closes in. Photo: Max Lesser ing Brook to five for the term to only trail by 16 points at quarter-time. However, the Redbacks found their form in the second slamming on a whopping 10 goals to extend the margin to 79 points at half-time. Creek battled their way back in to Maryborough Giants 55, Avoca 80 had a big win over Newstead 20, Carisbrook 69 the third kicking another important goal, but Brook once again asserted their stamp on the defeated Campbells Creek 28 and Lexton 73 accounted for Talbot 46. Natte Bealiba had game eventually running out winners by 131 points. the bye.

In other matches, Lexton won a one-point nailbiter against Talbot and Trentham had a This weekend big win over Navarre. Natte Beliba had the bye.

In round four matches this weekend, Dunolly hosts Avoca, Campbells Creek welcomes Netball Maldon, Carisbrook takes on Newstead, Maryborough Giants host Lexton, Trentham tackIn A Grade netball bouts, Harcourt 26 narrowly lost to Dunolly 28, Maldon 39 went down les Harcourt and Natte Bealiba versus Navarre. Talbot has the bye.

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Players show Anzac spirit

Stylish: Kyneton A-grade netballers Brittany Nitschke and Bec Ingleton wearing the special ‘clash’ tops against Lancefield on Saturday.

Kyneton A-grade goalkeeper Tilly Sheppard received the ‘Most Courageous’ player trophy donated by the Kyneton RSL Subbranch.

Netball thriller

A pulsating replay of the 2023 A-grade netball grand final ended up with Riddell defeating Woodend-Hesket 39-37 on Saturday.

The match highlighted an exciting fourth round, where bottom side Melton Centrals dethroned ladder-leader Wallan, and Macedon broke through for its first victory.

There are no unbeaten sides after four rounds, indicating the closeness of the competition.

Kyneton proved too strong for Lancefield in a good Anzac Day encounter, preventing the home club chalking up four wins for the round.

The outcome of this Saturday’s match between Romsey and Riddell will decide top place.

A-grade match details were: Riddell 39 (M. Ball 17, S. Holter 17, E. Close 5) Best – M. Brown, Ball, F. McKeaghey-Stubbs) d Woodend-Hesket 37 (C. Duff-tytler 19, M. Fletcher 18). Best – L. Carland, G. Bowkett, H. Rogers.

Kyneton 47 (C. Oakley 33, M. McGrath 11, B. Nitschke 3) Best –Oakley, McGrath, M. Vanderlee) d Lancefield 38 (S. Brandell 18, T. Hammond 13,D. Ellard 7). Best – E. Stoward, K. Bruno, S. Blundell.

Macedon 42 ( E. Petherick 25, C. Williams 17). Best – K. Clarke, Petherick, C. Alifraco) d Diggers Rest 35 (. Hristovska 23, L. Creek 9, L. Cannon 3). Best – Hristovska, M. Payne, A. Harrison).

Melton Centrals 51 (T. Aumau 30) d Wallan 50 (M. Donegan 30). Best not stated.

Ladder: Romsey 12, Riddell 12, Wallan 12, Woodend-Hesket 8, Kyneton 8, Lancefield 8, Macedon 8, Centrals 8, Diggers Rest 4.

B-grade: Lancefield 71 (T. Hammond 43) d Kyneton 26 (H. Bentley 15); Diggers Rest 65 (M. Vassalo 46) d Macedon 34 C. Brinkhuis 25); Riddell 72 (C. Harris 28, D. Saunders27, K. Holter 17) d WoodendHesket 30 (M. Fletcher 18, Z. Phillips 11); Wallan 39 d Melton Centrals 34.

Ladder: Riddell 16, Lancefield 16, Romsey 12, Diggers Rest 12, Wallan 8, Macedon 8, Centrals 4, Kyneton 4, Woodend-Hesket 0.

C-grade: Lancefield 32 (E. Torney 18, H. Milner 13) d Kyneton 27 (A. Cumming 13, D. Bourke 12); Macedon 40 (B. Barry 23, S. Eastman 17) d Diggers Rest 18; Woodend 45 (T. Durham 32, C. Chettle 13) d Riddell 35 (T. Ploog 15, A. DeRuiter 14);Melton Centrals 42 d Wallan 27.

Ladder: Centrals 14, Riddell 12, Woodend-Hesket 12, Macedon 12, Diggers Rest 10, Lancefield 8, Wallan 4, Kyneton 4, Romsey 4.

D-grade: Riddell 29 (E. Houston 17) d Woodend-Hesket 23.

19&Under: Lancefield 32 d Kyneton 23, Macedon 28 d Diggers Rest 25, Riddell 47 d Woodend-Hesket 14, Melton Cetrals 33 drew with Wallan 33.

Ladder: Wallan 14, Riddell 12, Romsey 12, Lancefield 12, Woodend-Hesket 12, Centrals 10, Macedon 8, Diggers Rest 0, Kyneton 0.

Players from all codes participated in an impressive Anzac Day ceremony at the inaugural ‘Clash of the Tigers’ encounters between Lancefield and Kyneton.

The LFNC awarded medals to exemplify the Anzac spirit of skill, courage, self-sacrifice, teamwork and fair play, and they were named in honour of some of the great names in Lancefield who were Anzacs.

The Ike Johnston Medal for football went to Adam Miles, the Bonny Lamb Medal for netball to Ella Stoward, and the Jack Bristow Medal for women’s football to Catriona Goldsworthy.

Special thanks went to the RomseyLancefield and Kyneton RSL subbranches for their involvement, to district parliamentary representative Mary-Anne Thomas, RSM Sean McElhinney who delivered the Ode, Romsey-Lancefield RSL president Reinhard Goschiniak and bugler Bridget McAuley.

Bonnie Lamb Medal winner Ella Stoward with presenter Fay Woodhouse.

Netball scores

Magpie women soar Aisling Tupper was Best on Ground for Castlemaine in her side's win over Golden Square at Camp Reserve on Saturday. Photo: Peter Banko

Results from Bendigo League netball matches played on Saturday included: Castlemaine 36 lost to Golden Square 40; Gisborne had the bye in A-grade.

Castlemaine 55 d Golden Square 37, Gisborne 54 d Maryborough 31 in A-Reserve.

Castlemaine 33 d Golden Square 29, Gisborne 70 d Maryborough 15 in B-grade.

Castlemaine 33 lost to Golden Square, Gisborne 94 d Golden Square 66 in BReserve.

17&Under: Castlemaine 45lost to Golden Square 56, Gisborne 40 lost to Maryborough 46.

Round 5 matches

There are several crucial matches in round 5 of the Riddell League this Saturday.

Romsey v Riddell.

Diggers Rest v Woodend-Hesket.

Lancefield v Melton Centrals.

Wallan v Macedon.

Kyneton the bye

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Harry Thomas scored four goals for Gisborne.

Gisborne by 258 points Bill West

A precision demolition performance by Gisborne senior footballers against an outclassed Maryborough shattered several records on Saturday.

The 42.21 (273) to 2.3 (15) carnage at Gardiner Reserve was the Bulldogs highest winning score ever since joining the Bendigo League in 2000, and the highest score by any club in the league this century.

But it is not Gisborne’s highest ever score. This came in 1972 when the ‘Dogs slaughtered Craigieburn 57.41 (269) to 1.3 (9) to set a new Riddell League record.

Prior to that, Gisborne’s highest score came in 1962, with a 37.19 (241) to 1.2 (8) performance against Macedon.

The biggest score and margin in the Bendigo League was established in 1990, when South Bendigo 49.28 (322) walloped Kennington 3.3 (21).

But Gisborne senior coach Rob Waters and the club’s hierarchy is not getting carried away by what occurred on Saturday, while still appreciative of the huge percentage boost and the confidence lift for players.

There were ominous signs for Maryborough when Gisborne won the Under 18s match 25.18 ((169) to 1.0 (6), then forfeited the Reserves fixture.

The Bulldogs fielded a strong senior lineup as a follow-up to a close loss to the powerful Sandhurst combination in their only previous outing this season.

A quite large crowd soon realised it was going to be an extremely one-sided encounter, with Gisborne leading by 60 points to nil at quarter time.

Ball use was good, and the Bulldogs put their varied skills on show, running hard, continually outnumbering their opponents and teaming well.

At times the match almost looked like a series of training drills, and some onlookers could not believe that Maryborough generally lacked firepower across the field.

Gisborne kicked 14 goals in the second term, received applause from their loyal fans, and proceeded to add a further 12 goals while keeping the visitors scoreless in the third quarter.

The scoring tempo slackened somewhat in the final term, and Gisborne ended up winning by a mammoth 258 points.

The Bulldogs had 16 individual scorers, with proven star Pat McKenna leading the way with eight majors, Harry Luxmore producing seven, versatile Sam Graham five, Zac Denahey and Harry Thomas four.

Irrepressible ball winner Brad Bernacki was named as best for the ‘Dogs, with Flynn Lakey, ruckman Braidon Blake, Luxmore, Denahy and McKenna also stand outs in an unforgettable afternoon.

While Gisborne now heads north confident of accounting for South Bendigo – losers to Kangaroo Flat on Saturday – Maryborough faces the task of rebounding against a Sandhurst side unlikely to show any mercy.

Wide margins in women’s games The three women’s football matches in the latest Riddell District Rookie Me round were decided by substantial margins.

On Anzac Day, unbeaten Kyneton Tigers accounted for Lancefield Tigers by 78 points, and in-form Macedon won by 54 points at home to Mount Alexander Falcons.

Then the much-improved Woodend-Hesket side had 45 points to spare against Melton on Saturday morning.

After some strong competition in the opening rounds, Kyneton played newcomer Lancefield in the ‘Clash of the Tigers’.

While a new side, Lancefield came out firing and soon scored a point through some attacking football.

Kyneton settled the nerves, taking on coach Phil Hawkes’ words in the rooms, and began to control the ball.

Junior up and comer Jorja Bennett scored two goals for Kyneton.

With confidence growing strongly, the visitors finished well with four last-term goals.

Lancefield skipper Molly Heales scored a fine goal on the run to trigger many cheers and car honks from the passionate home crowd.

Kyneton 12.13 (85) d Lancefield 1.1 (7).

The Anzac most courageous medal was awarded to Kyneton’s Jordan Savoia.

After a close, low-scoring first half, Macedon took full control in the third term with five goals.

Lilli Collins and Ruby Watts were dominant for the Cats, and Charlotte Noonan kicked five goals.

Macedon 9.8 (62) d Mount Alexander Falcons 1.2 (8).

On Saturday, Woodend-Hesket closed down Melton throughout, with Harmony Cassar named as the Hawks’ best.

The home side did not score until the last quarter.

Woodend-Hesket 7.4 (46) d Melton 0.1 (1). ## See details from the three matches on the football scores page.

Round 4 women’s football matches are: Friday, May 3 at 7pm: Romsey v Macedon at Romsey Park.

Saturday, May 4 at 2pm: Mount Alexander Falcons v Lancefield at Harcourt Recreation Reserve.

Sunday, May 5 at 3pm: Kyneton v WoodendHesket at Kyneton Showgrounds.

The Anzac most courageous medal was awarded to Kyneton’s Jordan Savoia.

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Anzac Most Courageous winners from Diggers Rest were footballer Shaun Campbell and netballer Maggie Payne. Photo: Aleigha Walters

“It was a match we needed to win,” Kyneton coach Ethan Foreman said afterwards, admitting the home side had made it hard in the first half.

Jake Safstrom played his 100th game for Kyneton.

Lancefield’s joint captain Tom Waters, a long-time outstanding ruckman and leader, sustained a knee injury that may jeopardise his entire season, and coach Tim Bannan must be frustrated by the number of injuries that have occurred.

Foreman said Kyneton would have time to reassess its two wins – two losses situation with a break of more than two weeks due to a bye and inter-league match.

The coach sees scope for further improvement when all players are available.

Teamwork and accurate shooting for goal were highlights for the winners in the second half.

Kyneton’s best were Josh Willmott, Alex Mahoney, Foreman and Angus Nolte (four goals), with Adam Miles, Alex Simpson, Riley O’Meara and Lachlan Giles.

EASY FOR MAGPIES Wallan finally produced some scintillating football to show it is a strong finals contender, thrashing Melton Centrals by 125 points.

The runaway victory was a bounce back from the defeat by Riddell, with big ruckman Chris Stewart again dominating.

The Magpies won 24.16 (160) to 5.5 (35).

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A three-goals-to-one last term enabled unbeaten Riddell to defeat Woodend-Hesket footballers by five points on Saturday.

The match was a low-scoring war of attrition at Bomberland, and the Hawks showed they have definitely improved after a slow start to the season.

Woodend-Hesket led by eight points at the final break, but the home side dug deep after being plagued by inaccuracy for much of the match.

Prolific ball winner Daniel Toman continued his fine form for the Hawks, who had a target up forward in Will Wiseman.

Recruit Luke Cannon turned in his best game since joining the Bombers from Rupertswood.

Riddell was still without key players in Dylan Tarczon and Brent Swallow (both injured), and were pleased to survive this strong challenge.

Now Riddell must go to Romsey this Saturday and face up to the Redbacks, who are also unbeaten and coming off the bye.

Romsey was impressive in beating Kyneton, and a large crowd is expected on Saturday with both sides keen to bring their best football.

Woodend-Hesket face a tough assignment in going to Diggers Rest for a repeat of the 2023 grand final.

BIG DAY AT MACEDON Once again there was a terrific Anzac Day ceremony at Macedon, where reigning premiers Diggers Rest shocked the Cats with a scintillating 5.3 to nil first quarter blitz.

Macedon regrouped, and produced some strong team football for the remainder of the match, actually outscoring the visitors over the last three quarters.

The final score was 10.7 (67) to 7.6 (48), with Ed Ferguson, captain Jason Cooke (four goals) and Zac Smedley among the Cats’ best.

Shaun Campbell was outstanding for the visitors, and is surely one of the top recruits to come into the league this season.

The Anzac Day ceremony on the oval was led by Cats’ president Mark Cooke.

Campbell and Maggie Payne (both Diggers Rest) were the respective winners of the Grumont Family Medal and McDougal Medal for the most courageous senior footballer and netballer on the day.

In announcing Shaun as the winner, Bevan Uren (Macedon Football Netball Club football operations manager) mentioned that “there was only one vote between Shaun and Macedon’s Ed Ferguson. He continued by saying that Ed should be applauded for his dominant and courageous performance throughout the game and at only 17 years of age, played with courage and ability beyond his years.

The half-time sprint in several sections was another highlight.

Overall an amount of around $6000 was raised for the Commando Welfare Fund.

The auction superbly run by Steve Graham raised $4023, the ‘last shout’ brought in $1092, and an amount from the gate boosted the tally.

‘WE NEEDED TO WIN’ The Lancefield versus Kyneton match had a very strong Anzac theme, and in the end Kyneton won 14.5 (89) to 4.13 (37).

‘Clash of the Tigers’ is here to stay and the home side has plenty of scoring changes early but failed to capitalise.

It was a good bounce back from the poor performance against Woodend-Hesket.

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