CASEY-CARDINIA EDITION
BEACONSFIELD AM BEACONSFIELD •• BERWICK BER WICK •• BOTANIC BOTANIC RIDGE RIDGE •• CLYDE CLYDE •• CRANBOURNE CRANBOURNE •• DOVETON DOVETON •• ENDEAVOUR ENDEAVOUR HILLS HILLS •• FOUNTAIN FOUNTAIN GATE GATE •• HALL HALLAM HAMPTON HAMPTON PARK PARK •• JUNCTION JUNCTION VILL VILLAGE AGE •• LYNBROOK LYNBROOK •• LYNDHURST LYNDHURST •• NARRE NARRE WARREN WARREN •• OFFICER OFFICER •• PAKENHAM PAKENHAM •• PEARCEDALE PEARCEDALE •• SKYE SKYE
Local and Independent. Not associated with any other publication in this area.
Phone: 1800 231 311.
www.LocalPaper.com.au
www.AdvertiseFree.com.au
‘The Local Paper’ is published by Local Media Pty Ltd
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2021
MP’S NOD TO LOCAL OLYMPIAN
■ CRANBOURNE MLA Pauline Richards CRANBOURNE MLA’S PRAISE has spoken in State Parliament about “In unison with the entire Cranbourne comlocal Olympian, Brooke Stratton. munity and especially the various athletics clubs “It might seem like a long time ago, but during the depths of a cold Melbourne winter in July and August this year many of us were consumed by the Olympics in Tokyo,” Ms Richards said. “As the temperature plummeted and everyone was staying at home to keep each other safe, many Victorians tuned in to the Olympics and became consumed with the joy of competition. “We also became reacquainted with the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect. “For those of us in Cranbourne it was with particular pride that we watched Brooke Stratton compete, because she indeed encapsulates all those values.
that train at Casey Fields and on behalf of every Olympics fan in a community I want to reiterate my massive congratulations to Brooke for her outstanding performance. “A two-time Olympian and world championship finalist in women’s long jump, Brooke has been an inspiration for young women and girls in Cranbourne and in Victoria’s long jump community. “Brooke came seventh in the women’s long jump final. She jumped a massive 6.83 metres, or more than four times her height end to end. “I spoke to Brooke on the phone and I must say I was impressed very much by her attributes. I want to congratulate all Olympians but particularly Cranbourne’s Brooke Stratton. We are very proud of you,” Ms Richards said.
Cardinia asks for patience ■ Cardinia Council is asking for the patience of residents in regard to overdue mowing of grass at local reserves. “Due to recent persistent and heavy rainfall, the grass in a number of parks, reserves and nature strips across Cardinia Shire is longer than usual. “When the ground gets as wet as it currently is, the large mowing machinery sinks ONLINE ORDERS AND HOME DELIVERY OUR ARE
● Brooke Stratton, local Olympian. Photo: Twitter.
STORES OPEN
123 Lower Dandenong Rd, Mentone Ph: 9583 6256 Shop 3/1370 Thompsons Rd, Cranbourne Springhill Shopping Centre Ph: 5991 4047
We have a large assortment of breads, pastries, donuts, muffins, pies, churros, ready made meals and all sorts of goodies. Everything is Gluten Free, wheat free and nut free with dairy free, vegan and fructose friendly options.
simplyglutenfree.com.au
PAUL’S FENCING
25 Years’ Experience Specialsiing in: paling and picket fences and gates
0410 061 180 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Footings, garages, v crossings, ★ drives, paths & patios. ★ ★ ★ In plain, colour, slate or stencil. ★ Also drainage, saw cutting, ★ ★ ★ 3T excavator, bobcat & tip trucks. ★ NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL ★ ★ ★ Ring Jim for a free quote ★ ★ ★ 0417 054 198 ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
MEB & SON CONCRETING
Proudly serving the community for 20 years 177 Lonsdale St, Dandenong Ph: 9792 5188. Fax: 9792 5118
TRADING HOURS Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 7am-1pm Fin us Facebook at Rob’s British Butchers
into the ground and gets bogged or damages the turf. This means regular mowing has not taken place recently in particularly saturated areas. “We ask you to please be patient.” said a Council statement. “Once these areas dry out, mowing will start up again. In the meantime, our teams are working hard to address the areas heavily impacted by these conditions.”
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ON THE FRONT-PAGE FROM JUST $28 PER WEEK
Your business can have front-page pr ominence in a local edition of The Local Paper for just $28 per week if you order a 45-issue pre-paid package. Limited offe. First-in basis.
The Local Paper Phone 1800 231 311, 0450 399 932 editor@LocalPaper.com.au
AT KAYDA CARE, WE CARE ABOUT YOUR MEANTAL HEALTH At Kayda Care we help you with your day to day activities. This may include cooking a hot meal, a walk around the block or getting to the shops for some errands. We help support you wherever you are on your journey. We work with you to create nonthly goals and help you succeed at fulfilling them.
Call us on 5905 1513 or Kristy on 0477 200 010