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CITY OF KNOX VictoriaIMAGE: shuts down as Coronavirus claims 136 lives

■ VICTORIA is in a ‘State of Disaster’ with the Coronavirus death toll standing at 136, as at Monday.

Stage 4 restrictions have come into effect across Melbourne this week, with an 8pm-5am curfew, and people ordered to stay at home.

From 11.59pm tonight (Wed.), nonessential businesses will be closed for at least six weeks.

Retail, manufacturing and some office work will close under the restrictions.

Key retails stores will switch to online only.

These include Bunnings, K-Mart, JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, Myer, David Jones, Target and Big W. Businesses to stay open include supermarkets and grocery shops, bottle shops, convenience stores and newsagents, cafes and restaurants (take away and delivery only), petrol stations, banks, pharmacies, post offices, hardware, building and garden supplies for trade, locksmiths, electricity, gas and water providers, vehicle repair and maintenance, stationery services (business only), disability and health equipment, maternity supplies.

Shopping centres will be open, but there will be access to only some stores.

Trades people will be able to continue working for emergency and safety. Construction of critgical infrastructure will be permitted.

Community based medical services will be allowed, if there is a referral from a registered medical practitioner.

“We have to make this work,” Mr Andrews said. “Because we’re, at best, uncertain what the next steps would be. We’ve got to focus on this.”

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Freeway follow-up ■ Following the Eastern Freeway fatal collision where four police officers were killed on April 22, Detectives from Taskforce Paragon have charged a 49year old Frankston man.

The man was arrested in Lyndhurst at about 9.20am on Saturday (Aug. 1).

He has been charged with four counts of manslaughter and was expected to appear before an out of sessions hearing on Saturday night.

The arrest follows an extensive 3-month

investigation led by Road Policing Operations and Investigation Division with the assistance of specialist investigators from across Victoria Police.

Cash grants

■ Whitehorse Council has voted to allow cash grants to community organisations including:

Virus Cases

by Postcodes EASTERN EDITION Postcode. Cases. Active. Suburbs.

3150. 49. 16. Brandon Park, Glen Waverley, Wheelers Hill 3136. 39. 27. Croydon, Croydon Hills, Croydon North, Croydon South 3128. 32. 16. Box Hill, Box Hill Central, Box Hill South, Houston, Wattle Park 3109. 31. 21. Doncaster East, Doncaster Heights 3101. 30. 13. Cotham, Kew 3178. 27. 12. Rowville 3125. 25. 18. Bennettswood, Burwood, Surrey Hills South 3163. 24. 15. Booran Road Po, Carnegie, Glen Huntly, Murrumbeena 3152. 21. 12. Knox City Centre, Studfield, Wantirna, Wantirna South 3149. 21. 10. Mount Waverley, Pinewood, Syndal 3104. 21. 9. Balwyn North, Greythorn 3147. 21. 6. Ashburton, Ashwood 3138. 19. 12. Mooroolbark 3106. 19. 5. Templestowe 3108. 18. 9. Doncaster 3133. 18. 7. Vermont, Vermont South 3131. 17. 11. Brentford Square, Forest Hill, Nunawading 3134. 17. 7. Heathwood, Ringwood, Ringwood North, Warrandyte South, Warranwood 3166. 15. 6. Hughesdale, Huntingdale, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East 3148. 14. 10. Chadstone, Chadstone Centre, Holmesglen, Jordanville 3130. 14. 3. Blackburn, Blackburn North, Blackburn South, Laburnum 3168. 13. 8. Clayton, Notting Hill 3167. 13. 7. Oakleigh South 3170. 12. 4. Mulgrave, Waverley Gardens 3169. 11. 8. Clarinda, Clayton South 3156. 11. 5. Ferntree Gully, Lysterfield, Lysterfield South, Mountain Gate, Upper Ferntree Gully 3111. 10. 1. Donvale 3135. 9. 5. Bedford Road, Heathmont, Ringwood East 3129. 9. 3. Box Hill North, Kerrimuir, Mont Albert North 3107. 8. 3. Templestowe Lower 3102. 8. 2. Kew East 3127. 8. 2. Mont Albert, Surrey Hills, Surrey Hills North 3105. 8. 1. Bulleen 3155. 7. 7. Boronia 3103. 7. 3. Balwyn, Balwyn East, Deepdene, Stradbroke Park 3151. 6. 5. Burwood East, Burwood Heights 3153. 6. 5. Bayswater, Bayswater North 3114. 6. 4. Park Orchards 3132. 6. 3. Mitcham, Mitcham North, Rangeview 3179. 4. 2. Scoresby 3158. 3. 1. Upwey 3180. 3. 0. Knoxfield 3126. 2. 0. Camberwell East, Canterbury - as at Friday, July 31 Source: www.covidlive.com.au

■ Buckanbee Park Advisory Committee (Blues at Buckanbee) $2,700 ■ Lions Club ofVermont South (Australia Day Breakfast) $1000 ■ Blackburn South Ladies Probus (Social Activities) $1000 ■ Whitehorse Historical Society (Schwerkolt Cottage Heritage Family Day) $2000 ■ Greek Orthodox Community of Box Hill Inc. (Social Activities) $1000 ■ Moon Wha Gyo Sil Inc. Korean Seniors (Social and Wellbeing Activities) $1000 ■ Peranakan Ass Aust Inc. (Social Activities etc.) $1000 ■ U3A Nunawading (communication re: events etc.) $1000 ■ Nieuw Holland Dutch Social Club (Social Activities) $500 ■ Senior Citizens Club of Nunawading (Social Activities) $750 ■ Forest Hill Uniting Church Community Companions (Social Activities) $500 ■ U3A Box Hill (program to attract older men into the programs) $500 ■ Probus Club Blackburn Central (Social Activities) $1000 ■ Circolo Pensionati Italian group - Box Hill and Nunawading (Social Activities) $1000 ■ Melbourne Korean Senior Citizens (Social Activities) $500 ■ Probus Club Mont Albert (Social Activities) $400 ■ Fanghua Seniors Arts Performance Club Inc. (Social Activities) $750 ■ Russian Ethnic Representative Council (Social Activities) $250 ■ Ladies Probus Club of Blackburn Lake Inc (Social Activities) $250 ■ Jing Song Senior Chinese Mens Inc. (Social Activities etc.) $1000 ■ Ladies Probus Club Box Hill South Inc. (Social Activities) $500 ■ Nunawading Greek Elderly Citizens Club (Social Activities etc.) $500 ■ Eastern Emergency Relief Network (Emergency Relief items and operations) $9000

Making News in The Local Paper

Thom’town charges

■ A Protective Service Officer has been charged following an internal investigation.

The PSO, from the Transit and Public Safety Command, was charged with unlawful assault and assault with a weapon.

The alleged incident was said to have taken place on September 13 last year in Thomastown while the PSO was on duty, said the Victoria Police Media Unit.

6 dwellings OK ■ A permit which allows six dwellings on a property at 20 and 22 Roseland Crescent, Hoppers Crossing, has been allowed

by Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Member Alison Glynn.

Wyndham City Counci’s decision was varied. Gheorghe-Dan Breaz and others were the applicants.

Alzheimers case ■ Police have appealing for public assistance to help locate missing woman Guoling Zhang, 67, last seen on Friday (July 31) at Wilma Court, Doncaster.

She usually walks every day between Doncaster Rd and the Eastlink trail or Tram Rd and Blackburn Rd but is usually back within the hour. She is 158cm tall, and has Alzheimers disease.

Water World opening ■ The Warburton Water World play park with a playground and spaces for community members will be opening later this year, when COVID-19 restrictions ease, thanks to a partnership between Yarra Ranges Council, the Federal Government and the Warburton community.

$1.78m for sport

■ Two sporting reserves in Mitchell Shire will get a boost of $1,778,000 across three projects.

There will be upgrading the main oval lights and change rooms at Greenhill Recreation Reserve in Wallan, while two multipurpose tennis and netball courts will be upgraded at LB Davern Reserve in Wandong, says Mayor Cr David Lowe.

K’lake West plans

■ Murrindindi Shire Council is holding an online consultation session at 7pm on Thursday, August 13, to gather feedback from the community on the initial concept plan for the Kinglake West - Pheasant Creek Streetscape Upgrade.

The initial concept plan aims to improve the appearance of the main street from Jorgensen Pde to Watsons Rd ● Regular news updates for all editions can be seen at: www.LocalPaper.com.au

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Ticks & Crosses

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Monash Council has recorded the highest ever score in a satisfaction survey. Whilst the results of all Councils are not yet compiled, the score of 75 has Monash recording the highest level of satisfaction so far amongst metropolitan Councils.

Issues identified by Monash residents as needing attention are car parking, including commuter parking (down to 11 per cent from 20 per cent), traffic management (down from 12.8 per cent to 10 per cent), building, planning and development( 9.2 per cent up from 8.3 per cent), street trees (6.7 per cent down from 9 per cent) and street lighting street ( down from 9.6 per cent).

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● 9 Mirang Avenue, Croydon Properties are still selling well, according to Ray White Croydon.

Senior Sales Executive Dennis Lim and Sales Manager Greg Gibb as they sold 9 Mirang Avenue for $742,000. “This was a terrific result for our vendors. The property had a huge 14 registered bidders, five of whom were active, with the home selling $32,000 over reserve. It’s a great time to sell now.”

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Three men from Clayton eating lunch together in a public place were among those nabbed by police breaking lockdown restrictions last week with a number of people also fined for not wearing a mask.

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Crossway LifeCare delivered its 1000th grocery hamper since Victoria’s first lockdown as the demand for social support grows in the east.

Crossway Lifecare is the community services organisation created by Crossway Baptist Church in Burwood East Street sweeping programs for east ern suburbs municipalities was re vealed at the latest Whitehorse Council meeting: ■ Boroondara – Standard every 4 weeks – Heavy leaf every 12 days ■ Monash – Standard every 5 weeks – No heavy leaf program ■ Knox – Standard every 7 weeks (usually complete between 4-5 weeks) – No heavy leaf program ■ Maroondah – Standard every 5 weeks No heavy leaf program ■ Manningham – Standard every 6 weeks – No heavy leaf program

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Maroondah Mayor Cr Mike Symon acknowledged that the July 27 Council Meeting was the last to be streamed live from the City Offices Ringwood. This was due to the opening of the new Council offices located at Realm. Cr Symon reflected on the history of the building of the City Offices, whilst touching on COVID-19 Pandemic and the changes that has bought around. Cr Symon also provided an update on the Croydon Community Wellbeing Precinct, the Croydon Activity Centre, Braeside Civic Centre as well as Karralyka.

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Community organisations/groups, creative organisations, groups and individual artists in Yarra Ranges are encouraged to apply for up to $5000 in funding for programs and projects in the community, as part of Yarra Ranges Council’s new COVID-19 Community Relief and Recovery Grants. Grants applications will close on November 30, with grants awarded at the end of each month to successful applicants. grants@yarraranges.vic.gov.au Readers’ contributions to the ‘Ticks & Crosses’ column are welcomed.

Send your contribution to: editor@LocalPaper.com.au Contributions will be published at the sole discretion of the Editor.

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Manningham spends $132m ■ Manningham Council’s 2020-21annual budget totals $132 million, and aims to deliver more than 100 services with $3 million set aside for COVID-19 community relief.

A $49.9 million capital works program will see continued investment in local infrastructure upgrades.

Manningham Mayor, Cr Paul McLeish, said as well as significant funding for community services and important infrastructure projects, the budget includes a range of COVID-19 measures designed to support community members in need.

Some of the COVID-19 relief measures include: ■ Special payment arrangements for those experiencing financial hardship ■ An increase in the Low Income Rate Rebate from $64.25 to $100 ■ Additional support services for older residents ■ 50 per cent discount on footpath trading and trader parking permits ■ 50 per cent discount on food and health premises registrations ■ A new local business development program ■ Rent and lease relief plus subsidies on utilities costs for clubs and community groups ■ Introduction of a community relief fund.

■ Some of the feature projects of the Manningham Council 2020-21 budget includes the major upgrade of soccer facilities at Pettys Reserve in Templestowe, improvements to Lions Park within the Warrandyte River Reserve and $800,000 for playspace upgrades in various parks across Manningham, as part of its new 10-year Park Improvement Program, said Mayor Cr Paul McLeish. The average general rate increase is 2.0 per cent..

Local Heroes ■ Whitehorse Council will spend $5000 to implement the Whitehorse Local Heroes program which aims to recognise, reward and celebrate outstanding, local volunteering efforts undertaken by individuals and groups that are making a positive contribution to the well-being of the Whitehorse community, during the COVID-19 pandemic period and up until the end of 2020. Moved by Cr Baker, seconded Cr Davenport. ● Cr Paul McLeish, Manningham Mayor

● Cr Stuart James, Monash Mayor aged 15 years and over. The survey sample reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of our community with 44 per cent of respondents speaking a language other than English at home.

High scores were also achieved for community satisfaction with Council’s gover-

nance and leadership, averaging a score of 73 for five key aspects: ■ Maintaining trust and confidence of the local community (74) ■ Community engagement and consultation (73) ■ Making decisions in the interest of the community (73) ■ Responsiveness to local community needs (73) and ■ Representation, lobbying and advocacy on behalf of community (73).

Monash Mayor Cr Stuart James said the survey provides valuable information about what Council services are working and where further improvements can be made.

“These are outstanding results at a challenging time for our community and give us confidence that our critical services and programs are valued and supported by the community,” Cr James said.

Box Hill MP welcomes grants ■ Paul Hamer , Box Hill MLA, this week welcomed the opening of applications for the Let's Stay Connected Fund, with grants available for community organisations, local government bodies, incorporated not-for-profits and industry groups.

Grants of between $5000 and $200,000 are available to support innovative, communitybased initiatives that build connection, reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation and that can be implemented quickly - providing muchneeded support across the state.

"This new program goes right to the heart of our community - giving local organisations across Box Hill the boost they need to make an immediate impact,” Mr Hamer said.

The $1.3 million fund could potentially help community groups continue to operate by adapting the way they deliver programs or events, including through online forums.

Other possibilities include support for communities to improve their digital skills and access online communication channels, or new ways for people to continue volunteering within their communities while maintaining physical distancing requirements, Mr Hamer said.

Parks upgrade

Whitehorse Gazette

Monash CAN get satisfaction ■ Monash Council has recorded an result of 75 for overall satisfaction in the Community Satisfaction Survey of more than 800 residents.

This is the highest ever score recorded by Monash Council.

Whilst the results of all Councils are not yet compiled, the score of 75 has Monash recording the highest level of satisfaction so far amongst metropolitan Councils.

This year’s Community Satisfaction Survey began in March as a doorknock survey just prior to the first COVID-19 lockdown.

The survey was postponed during lockdown and recommenced in May 2020 as a telephone survey, with final results provided in late June.

The research was again undertaken by independent research company Metropolis Research Pty Ltd, with 800 randomly selected residents

Manningham News

Progress News Hawthorn death ■ Police have arrested a man following a death in Hawthorn East on Fridayafternoon (July 31). It is believed two men, who are known to each other, were together at a Burke Rd address when an altercation took place just after 3.30pm. One of the males was struck to the head, allegedly by the other, and he died at the scene. The exact circumstances surrounding the death are being investigated and the man arrested at the scene is assisting police with their enquiries.

Knox News Conditions set

■ Laurie Hewet, Senior Member of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, has set down conditions for a permit process about a development proposed by L. Donald and I. Kennedy at 20 Toorak Ave, The Basin.

The proposal relates to demolition of an existing outbuilding and the construction of a three-storey dwelling, associated earthworks and removal of vegetation.

The pair must supply documentation to the Tribunal, Council and the CFA.

Maroondah Mail Business building

■ Maroondah Council is supporting an online business seminar, How to build a road map to success link, on Tuesday, August 25.

The two-hour workshop will assist keeping businesess on track, and having a readyprepared and solid business plan.

Attendees can learn how to build their own business plan, step by step, minimise the risks ahead and prepare yourself to make the most of opportunities waiting around the corner.

Waverley Gazette No permit

● Paul Hamer, Box Hill MLA

■ Monash Council’s decision about a property at 3 Malcolm Ct, Mount Waverley, has been affirmed at a Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal hearing by Member Mary-Anne Taranto.

The Tribunal has affirmed that no permit should be allowed. The overall layout is too flawed and warrants a significant and integrated detailed design review to achieve an acceptable outcome, Ms Taranto said.

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● Premier Daniel Andrews announces curfew and lockldown restrictions.

■ Victoria has recorded 429 new 70s, two males in their 80s and ■ 5111 people have recovered cases of coronavirus on Monday five females and two males in from the virus More than 1,676,953 tests have (Aug. 3), with the total number of their 90s.

Eight of the 13 new deaths are been processed – an increase of cases now at 11,937.

The overall total increased by linked to known outbreaks in aged 25,000 since Sunday.

Of the total cases: 380, due to 49 cases being reclas- care facilities. To date, 136 people sified – largely due to duplication. have died from coronavirus in ■ 10,976 cases are from metropolitan Melbourne, while 703 are Within Victoria, 36 of the new Victoria. from regional Victoria In Victoria as at Monday: cases are linked to outbreaks or complex cases and 393 are under ■ 2031 cases may indicate com- ■ Total cases include 5877 men munity transmission and 5962 women investigation.

There were 13 new deaths ■ 6489 cases are currently ac- ■ Total number of healthcare workers: 1195, active cases: 706 from COVID-19 reported in the 24 tive in Victoria There are 1089 active cases hours before the announcement . ■ 416 cases of coronavirus are They included a man in his 60s, in hospital, including 35 in inten- relating to aged care facilities Cases inlcude: two males and a female in their sive care ■ 310 cases are residents of various public housing towers in North Melbourne and Flemington. In■ Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews declared a ‘State of Disaster’ vestigations are continuing into on Sunday, introducing 8pm-5am curfews, and restrictions limiting how these cases are linked. people to travel within five kilometres of their homes.

■ 67 cases are residents of vari“Yesterday (Sunday), we asked Victorians to make some big ous public housing towers in sacrifices. Big, real and meaningful sacrifices. Today, sadly, we Carlton. Investigations are conneed to ask the same of Victorian businesses and Victorian worktinuing into if and/or how these ers,” MrAndrews said on Monday afternoon (Aug. 3). cases are linked.

“As Premier, I’ve spent every day fighting for workers and fightActive aged care outbreaks ing for jobs. I understand deeply: a job means financial security – but with the highest cumulative case it also means stability, purpose and the foundation to build your funumbers are as follows: ture.

■ 139 cases have been linked to “Truthfully, I never thought I’d find myself in a position where I’d St Basil’s Home for the Aged in have to ask people not to go to work. But if we're serious about Fawkner driving this thing down – and we absolutely must be – we need to ■ 130 cases have been linked to take unprecedented steps in limiting the movement of people, and Epping Gardens Aged Care in therefore limiting the movement of this virus.

Epping “Today I can announce three lists that will apply during Stage 4 ■ 106 cases have been linked to restrictions. These changes, in addition to the previous restrictions EstiaAged Care Facility in Ardeer including working from home requirements, will mean around one ■ 101 cases have been linked to million Victorians are no longer moving around the state for work.

Kirkbrae Presbyterian Homes in “First: supermarkets, grocery stores, bottle shops, pharmacies, Kilsyth petrol stations, banks, newsagencies, post offices – plus everyone ■ 88 cases have been linked to involved in our frontline response – will continue to operate.

EstiaAged Care Facility in Heidel“Second: Industries where onsite operations will have to cease berg for the next six weeks including retail, some manufacturing and ■ 65 cases have been linked to administration. These businesses will all need to close by 11.59pm Glendale Aged Care Facility Wednesday (Aug. 5), unless they have specific circumstances that ■ 63 cases have been linked to mean they need longer to shutdown safely.

Menarock Life Aged Care in “Retail stores will be permitted to operate contactless ‘click and Essendon collect’ and delivery services with strict safety protocols in place, ■ 61 cases have been linked to and hardware stores can remain open onsite, but for tradespeople Aurrum Aged Care Facility in only.

Plenty “The third and final list is made up of industries that are permitted ■ 58 cases have been linked to to operate – but under significantly different conditions.

Outlook Gardens Aged Care fa“Whether it’s our food production, waste collection or supply cility in Dandenong North chain logistics we need some things to continue – but they’ve got do so safely.

■ 55 cases have been linked to “All open businesses and services will have until 11.59pm Friday BaptCare Wyndham Lodge in 7 August to enact a COVIDSafe plan focused on safety, prevention Werribee and response in the event that Coronavirus is linked to the workCases have also been identiplace – because beating this virus requires a rapid response wherfied at Lilydale Lodge Aged Care ever it rears its head.

Facility, Estia Health Aged Care “In industries that can’t close, but where we’ve seen a number of Facility in Glen Waverley and cases or emerging new risks, we’ll be making some big changes to BlueCross The Boulevard in Mill make these workplaces safer – for workers and for their families.

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“That includes mandated reductions to the number of workers The department is also lookonsite. In the meat industry – and based on the minimum required to ing into cases linked to QANTAS operate safely onsite – the workforce will be scaled back to twoFreight, the Northern Hospital thirds. Unlike other changes, and recognising the risk these sites Intensive Care Unit, Melbourne have posed here and around the world, this will apply to abattoirs in United (Basketball Club), Melbourne and across the state,” MrAndrews said.

Bestway Dandenong, Jayco Stage 3 restrictions come into effect in regional Victoria, includDandenong and Martin and ing the Mitchell Shire.

Pleasance in Port Melbourne.

Curfews and shutdowns

■ notificationsby ■ COVID-19 How local government areas were notified on Monday (August 3).

The first figure is for confirmed cases (ever), and active cases (current): ■ Wyndham, 1246, 744, ■ Brimbank, 1164, 749, ■ Hume, 1035, 488, ■ Whittlesea, 697, 452, ■ Melbourne, 684, 300, ■ Moreland, 664, 369, ■ Melton, 603, 399, ■ Moonee Valley, 574, 229, ■ Casey, 516, 297, ■ Banyule, 357, 136, ■ Maribyrnong, 333, 191, ■ Yarra, 327, 178, ■ Darebin, 314, 165, ■ Greater Dandenong, 247, 183, ■ Hobsons Bay, 200, 102, ■ Stonnington, 191, 53, ■ Greater Geelong, 189, 106, ■ Boroondara, 188, 69, ■ Monash, 173, 84, ■ Yarra Ranges, 172, 132, ■ Port Phillip, 144, 53, ■ Glen Eira, 135, 62, ■ Whitehorse, 133, 65, ■ Kingston, 128, 67, ■ Manningham, 122, 52, ■ Frankston, 107, 50, ■ Colac Otway, 97, 89, ■ Nillumbik, 97, 60, ■ Interstate, 92, 13, ■ Mornington Peninsula, 90, 18, ■ Cardinia, 89, 47, ■ Bayside. 88, 46, ■ Knox, 86,.46, ■ Maroondah, 72, 47, ■ Mitchell, 54, 26, ■ Macedon Ranges, 39, 28, ■ Greater Bendigo, 37, 26, ■ Ballarat, 29, 11, ■ Latrobe, 19, 9, ■ Moorabool, 19, 15, ■ Greater Shepparton, 18, 1, ■ Glenelg, 16, 13, ■ Golden Plains, 16, 10, ■ Surf Coast, 14, 4, ■ Wellington, 13, 0, ■ Horsham, 11, 7, ■ Moira, 11, 0, ■ South Gippsland, 11, 5, ■ Baw Baw, 10, 4, ■ Mount Alexander, 10, 4, ■ Bass Coast, 9, 4, ■ Mansfield, 8, 4, ■ Ararat, 6, 1, ■ Campaspe, 6, 1, ■ Loddon, 6, 3, ■ Swan Hill, 6, 2, ■ Warrnambool, 6, 1, ■ Mildura, 5, 0, ■ Northern Grampians, 5, 2, ■ Hepburn, 4, 2, ■ Benalla, 3, 0, ■ Murrindindi, 3, 1, ■ Southern Grampians, 3, 1, ■ East Gippsland, 2, 1, ■ Gannawarra, 2, 0, ■ Moyne, 2, 1, ■ Strathbogie, 2, 0, ■ Wangaratta, 2, 0, ■ West Wimmera, 2, 1, ■ Wodonga, 2, 1, ■ Alpine, 1, 0, ■ Central Goldfields, 1, 0, ■ Corangamite, 1, 0, ■ Pyrenees, 1, 1, ■ Queenscliffe, 1, 1, ■ Yarriambiack, 1, 0, ■ Buloke, 0, 0, ■ Hindmarsh, 0, 0, ■ Indigo, 0, 0, ■ Towong, 0, 0 ■ Overseas, 5, 0, ■ Unknown, 161, 157, ■ Total, 11,937, 6489

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Your Stars with Kerry Kulkens Aries: March 21-April 20.

Colour: Silver Lucky day: Saturday Racing numbers: 6.5.2.1.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.29.34.40.11.

Don't criticise loved ones, they were only trying their best to help. Do not try to push people around; you will achieve a lot more with a little bit of tact.

Taurus:April 21- May 20.

Colour: Grey Lucky day: Thursday Racing numbers: 1.3.5.2.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.26.24.40.11.

You may have to be more generous with loved ones to help them get over a rough period. More work and more responsibility. You'll be taking on other people's problems.

Gemini: May 21- June 21.

Colour: Blue Lucky day: Friday Racing numbers: 6.6.5.2.

Lotto numbers: 1.6.35.36.20.10.

Don't get all worked up over a situation at home, it may only be a temporary down. Things will move a lot faster as this period progresses.

Cancer: June 22- July 22.

Colour: Green Lucky day: Saturday Racing numbers: 5.6.1.2.

Lotto numbers: 1.6.19.27.28.30.

You need to pay more attention to business and career matters. Better to stick to plans made with regards to personal matters than to change midway.

Leo: July 23- August 22.

Colour: White Lucky day: Friday Racing numbers: 6.5.1.2.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.24.40.44.10.

Keep your temper in check, for the wrong stand could ruin your chances in a venture. A close friend will improve your mood in the near future.

Virgo:August 23- September 23.

Colour: Peach Lucky day: Monday Racing numbers: 8.5.6.8.

Lotto numbers: 8.16.24.40.45.33.

Try to keep a good rein on your spending. Funds will be needed very soon. If you are planning to have a break very soon, then now is the time to change a few personal arrangements in your life.

Libra: September 24- October 23.

Colour: Violet Lucky day: Wednesday Racing numbers: 2.3.5.2.

Lotto numbers: 13.12.5.19.37.4.

If planning something for the future, make sure you know all there is to know about it. A very good period for improving the domestic scene.

Scorpio: October 24- November 22.

Colour: Green Lucky day: Thursday Racing numbers: 3.5.3.2.

Lotto numbers: 13.16.29.34.40.10.

Some surprised in your domestic life. Handle the matter in scale of importance and things will tend to become easier. Some luck with an Aries.

Sagittarius: November 23- December 20 Lucky colour: Dark Blue Lucky day: Tuesday Racing numbers: 3.6.3.2.

Lotto numbers: 13.26.36.34.40.11.

Some problems at home are indicated. Keep your temper under control, and things will eventually smooth out.

You may still have a lot to learn where your love life is concerned.

Capricorn: December 21- January 19.

Colour: Pink Lucky day: Thursday Racing numbers: 6.5.2.4.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.24.40.38.37.

Make sure you pay the most urgent bills first. Because money seems to melt in your fingers. There could be a very romantic affair coming up with someone you already know quite well.

Aquarius: January 20- February 19.

Lucky colour: Brown Lucky day: Monday Racing numbers: 5.6.2.1.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.26.24.40.33.

Matters of the heart may not go as planned. Still this is a very good period for romance. Someone special is in need of your help. Best to help as much as possible, it will not go unrewarded.

Pisces: February 20- March 20.

Colour: Red Lucky day: Thursday Racing numbers: 3.5.4.1.

Lotto numbers: 13.15.29.34.40.11.

There may be some sort of problems on the domestic front. The parties concerned should sort these out. Problems at work will have to be faced and solved alone.

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$½m boost for Boronia ■ Boronia will benefit from a $500,000 Suburban Activity Centre investment to support projects such as minor infrastructure upgrades and maintenance, community activities and local business activation.

Jackson Taylor, MLA for Bayswater, describes the investment as providing a “second lease of life” for Boronia.

The injection is part of a $6 million investment in suburban and neighbourhood centres announced by the State Government as part of the Building Works stimulus program – creating local jobs for more locals, to help them through this tough time.

Boronia, along with Melton, Tarneit, Reservoir, Lilydale and Noble Park will share in $3 million provided for suburban activity centres.

The $500,000 investment will be used to help improve the local areas through on-ground works including upgrades to parks, public spaces, increased lighting, public art installations and new footpaths and bike paths.

Mr Taylor says that he will be working closely with Knox Council to deliver an exciting project and and promises to keep the community informed

Local Briefs Helpmates assist

■ Waverley Helpmates is a supported employment and training program, enabling participants to realise their vocational potential, and develop their independence through meaningful work.

Marian Jabobs says the program provides a quality lawn mowing, ironing and cleaning services to the local community whilst developing participants' work ethic.

Waverley Helpmates employs more than 30 people, and all participants are provided with training and get paid for their jobs.

Lotto winners

● Boronia is to receive a $500,000 boost. every step of the way and will rians from the health risks and continue to advocate for fur- economic effects of the ther investment for Boronia’s coronavirus pandemic. activity centre.

Mr. Taylor welcomed this Knox is among 31 local gov- investment to kick-starting the ernment areas across improvement of the Boronia Melbourne that will benefit CBD and that he is excited that from these works. this journey has begun.

The Victorian Government “The Boronia shopping strip will work with local govern- and CBD is vital for the strength ment, business and the com- and cohesion of our local community sector to deliver the ini- munity and this is a great project tiatives. Councils are encour- to ensure they receive the supaged to put forward projects port they need during these that are ready to launch. challenging times – and creatThe Victorian Government ing more local jobs to boot,” has invested more than $9 bil- Mr Taylor told The Local Palion towards protecting Victo- per.

Last Council withdraws from NE Link lawsuit ■ The remaining Council that took the State Governmentto the Supreme Council over North East Link has withdrawn from the Judicial Review.

Banyule Council announced on Thursday (July 30) that it was following the lead of Boroondara, Whitehorse and Manningham Councils, and had taken the latest legal advice.

“We are convinced that pursuing a legal challenge given recent legal rulings of a similar nature regarding Environmental Effects Statement processes is not in the best interests of our community and would lessen our ability to ensure we get the best outcomes from the project,” said Cr Alison Champion, Mayor of Banyule Council.

“Our decision to not continue with the legal challenge is driven by the same desire we have always had, that is to get best designed North East Link Project that delivers the maximum benefit for our community.

“Since 2017 Council has advocated strongly to secure improvements to the NELP,” said a Council statement.

“The public EES process confirmed the validity of many of the improvements Council has sought including, properly exploring an extended tunnel, improving the Lower Plenty Rd interchange, protecting Watsonia by improving access to the centre and delivering broader cycling and pedestrian infrastructure and environmental protections.

“While the Minister for Planningdid not mandate that the NELP include an extended tunnel or improved Lower Plenty Rd interchange, construction bidders have been encouraged to look at these improvements through their design process.

“Council has already presented the merits of these and other key improvements to the short listed construction companies and will continue to make the case that these improvements are needed and beneficial.

“The outcome of the mediation process has ensured that Council and the community are given maximum opportunity to provide detailed input to the design as it is developed for construction.

■ Two Springvale men have started the week division one winners after both discovering they held life-changing entries in the weekend’s TattsLotto draw.

They held two of the six division one winning entries nationally in TattsLotto draw 4073, drawn Saturday (Aug. 1). Each entry took home a division one prize of $889,834.33.

One of the division one winning entries, an 18-game entry, was sold online at thelott.com while the second winner purchased his System 7 entry at 18 Lucky Lotto, Shop G18B, Springvale Shopping Centre, 46-58 Buckingham Ave, .

Homeless helped

■ Knox Council last week endorsed the Regional Local Government Homelessness and Social Housing Charter 2020 to address the urgent need for increased social housing and a more effective, integrated and supported homelessness service system.

Mont Albert zones

■ Whitehorse Council has changed parking zones at Belmore Rd, Mont Albert.

What was previously a ‘Bus Zone’ parking space is now a Works Zone, 7am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday’.

Face masks available

■ Knox Council has issued a statement regarding the State Government’s announcement it will provide reusable face masks for vulnerable Victorians, to be distributed by local councils.

“Reusable face masks will be made available to those living with chronic conditions, people who are homeless or living in public housing and crisis accommodation, people living with a disability, people using family violence and mental health services, people using drug and alcohol services, refugees and Aboriginal people,” said a Council spokesman.

“People who are eligible to receive a mask will need to visit their local community health centre, or a local pharmacy.

“Knox Council will also be proactively distributing masks to vulnerable people in Knox. For more information about eligibility for free masks and how to get one visit the DHHS website https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/ reusable-face-masks-covid-19

$1400 per meeting

● Cr Alison Champion, Banyule Mayor “We will continue to advocate on behalf of our community and work directly with NELP and the preferred construction company to improve the project that will be built.”

“As well as providing Council with ongoing direct involvement in the design, development and construction phases on the project, the Victorian Government and NELP have agreed to deliver additional improvements to Watsonia Village, an area immediately impacted by the NELP as well as significant improvements to pedestrian and cycling paths throughout Banyule.

“These commitments are in addition to the already secured $30m of improvements and expansion to Banyule’s sporting and community facilities resulting from sporting clubs relocating to Banyule,” the statement said.

Banyule Council has not yet announced the cost of the failed legal action, but it could be well into six figures.

■ Lisa Woolmer will be paid $1400 per meeting as an independent person on the Whitehorse Council AuditAdvisory Committee .

Ms Woolmer was appointed in September 2017, and has been re-appointed from September 2020 to August 2023.

She may charge for a maximum of five meetings per annum for an independent member effective from next month.

Secret contract

■ Maroondah Council last week had a confidential dicussion regarding a tender evaluation regarding the supply of electricity to unmetered street lighting sites.

The report and all discussions in relation to it remains confidential indefinitely and the resolution remains confidential until the execution of the contract.

Once the contract is executed the resolution is expected to become public.

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What The Papers Say State of Disaster

■ The State Government has declared a State of Disaster which enables the Government and other authorities to lawfully enforce restrictions of movements and gives all relevant agencies the powers needed to effectively enforce these restrictions.

There are, as always, nuisances around people with young families, compassionate and medical reasons and which businesses can and cannot operate during Stage 4 restrictions..

- Warrandyte Diary

Power cuts

■ A Lilydale pensioner has raised concerns about power companies scheduling outages during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Earlier this month, Brian Mier had his power switched off as part of a planned power outage that had been deferred numerous times.

The 74-year-old said his living situation meant the power outage caught him by surprise.

“One of the difficulties I have is that I live in a totally independent cottage behind the main house, so the written directions generally go to those in the front house,” he explained.

Mr Mier has numerous chronic ill-health conditions including Angina, Diabetes 2, Leukaemia, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Chronic Fatigue and Depression.

- Mountain Views Star Mail

Lost Waterhole

■ Lancefield is set to get a new watering hole, with a brewery expected to open in the town early next year.

Inspiration for the brewery, called the Lost Waterhole, came when Lancefield Guesthouse owners Peter and Kate Chiller visited a brewery while on holiday in Noosa Heads.

Ms Chiller thought a brewery would work well in Lancefield and when the couple returned home, they continued to talk about it and started to get the ball rolling.

After talking to local investors, concept plans were drawn and the idea began to snowball.

- Romsey Free Press

Theif convicted

■ A 52-year-old Pentland Hills man entered a guilty plea in the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates’ Court after stealing petrol from multiple locations.

Police lawyer Paul Thomas told the Court on Friday July 17, Michael Storer, also known asMichael Dowd, had multiple charges which involved driving a car with stolen plates and filling his car with petrol without paying.

- Moorabool News

Wyndham tops list

■ The number of active coronavirus cases diagnosed in Wyndham residents has increased.

This puts Wyndham back at the top of the state’s municipal active coronavirus list, ahead of the municipality of Brimbank.

According to the Department of Health and Human Services, 58 cases have been linked to Glendale Aged Care Facility in Werribee, and 52 cases have been linked to BaptCare Wyndham Lodge in Werribee.

A single case has also been diagnosed in a staff member at Homestyle Aged Care in Point Cook.

- Wyndham Star Weekly

One man spree ■ A man has been arrested after allegedly inflicting severe hand injuries on another man and a woman during a series of assaults in Dandenong.

The male victim in his 30s was assaulted in Robert Booth Reserve, Grandview Avenue about 3pm on Sunday August 2, Police say.

He was taken to Royal Melbourne Hospital in a serious, stable condition.

- Dandenong Star Journal

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‘Don’t approach missing man’ Concerns for Anh Tu Dang-Phan who has autism, conditions ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help find missing Endeavour Hills man Anh Tu Dang-Phan.

Anh Tu was last seen at his home address in Muirkirk Close on Monday morning around 10.30am.

Police have concerns for Anh Tu’s welfare as he has autism which makes it hard for him to communicate, and is currently suffering from a medical condition.

The 35-year-old answers to the name ‘Tu’ and can also write his name.

He does not have a mobile phone or wallet with him. He is believed to be travelling on public transport in the southern suburbs.

Anh Tu is described as being around 170cm tall with a large build, short black hair, dark eyes and is of Asian appearance.

He is wearing a long black coat and navy tracksuit pants with a white stripe down each leg and is carrying a green bag.

Police have released an image of Anh Tu in the hope someone recognises him and can provide information about his whereabouts.

As Anh Tu suffers from a medical condition, anyone who sees Anh Tu is asked to not approach him, but to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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Doncaster Rifles

■ The monthly spoon shoot of above club was held on Saturday, July 31. Conditions, 10 shots; 300 yds., handicap.

Scores:—J. Smith, 46, handicap 3, total 49; W. P. Vettler, 44, 6, 48, L. H. Smith, 45, 4, 49; E. Bienvenu 41, 3, 44; H. Thiele, 96, 8, 44; J. Hewish, 41, 2, 48; A. Thiele, 40, 3, 45; E. Miles, 34, 6, 40; J. Russell, 28, 8, 36 P. H .Sharp, 28, 3, 31.

Hawthorn firm

● Anh Tu Dang-Pham

East link to missing teen He is known to frequent a number of areas including Mount Waverley, Chadstone, Box Hill ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing teenager Ryan (Hughes) Smith.

The 14-year-old was last seen in Ararat and is believed to have travelled by train to Melbourne on Sunday, July 12.

Police have concerns for Ryan’s welfare due to his age and the length of time he has been missing.

Editor’s Diary

● Ryan (Hughes) Smith

Ryan is 160cm tall, slim build, with blue eyes and light brown hair.

He is known to frequent a number of areas including the Melbourne CBD, Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Melton, Mount Waverley, Chadstone and Box Hill.

Police have released an image of Ryan in the hope someone recognises him and can provide information regarding his current whereabouts.

Anyone with information about Ryan is asked to contact the Horsham Police Station on 5382 9240

Bike bandit at Clayton

■ It is announced in this issue that Messrs.

D. P. Palmer and Son will shortly commence business in two well known shops situated a 368 and 370 Burwood rd,, Hawthorn, between Town Hall and Post Office.

This enterprising and energetic firm is constituted of highly qualified furniture men, having had 35 years' Australian and New Zealand experience in all branches of furniture and soft furnishings, A specialty is made of loose covers and carpet work. All classes of repairs and reupholstering is carried out under thie personal supervision of the principals.

Secretary resigns

■ Quite a surprise was occasioned to the members of the Doncaster council at its meeting on Tuesday night, when the shire secretary and engineer (Mr. R. A. Simmons) tendered his resignation as such, having decided to go into commercial business, and asked council to take immediate steps to fill the vacancy.

He expressed appreciation onthe kindness and courtesy extended to him by councillors during the period he had held the office. Several members of the council expressed astonishment that the secretary, who had carried out the duties of his office so capably, had decided to take such a step.

Bayswater News

■ Under the auspices of the local branch of the Anti-Liquor League, a public meeting was held in the hall on Thursday, August 5.

Mr. Gifford Gordon addressed the meeting.

Although the night was very dark and stormy, a goodly number was present. Mr. Gordon dealt with the no-license campaign in a very convincing manner, and those present were greatly encouraged to go on with the good work.

Bogged in Box Hill

● Police want to speak with this red-capped man about bike thefts at Clayton ■ Police are hoping to identify believe can assist with their ena man following a series of bike quiries.

The man is perceived to be thefts at a Clayton educational ■ Tomahawk-wielding Caucasian in appearance, facility this month. thug Dean Wittenberg was Investigators believe the un- aged in his 30s, with a medium on an early-morning prowl known man entered the College build and dark hair. hunting soft targets in Mt He was wearing a bright red Walk campus about 6.20pm on Waverley when he menJuly 13, about 2.40pm on July cap each time. aced and demanded cash Anyone who recognises the 16 and about 9.50am on July from a 73-year-old newsman or with information is 29. paper delivery man only to Each time the man ap- urged to contact Crime Stopflee empty-handed when proached a bike rack and cut pers on 1800 333 000 or subhis quick-thinking victim through a secured lock or chain mit a confidential report online fought back. He pleaded at www.crimestoppervic. before stealing a bike. guilty at the County Court.

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Guilty

■ Bank street, though it is fast becoming one of the leading thoroughfares in Box Hill, at present resembles a bush track in the middle of winter. In consequence of the heavy traffic which has been diverted along tbore in the cartage of tiles and bricks, the metal foundation of the roadway, put down many years ago, has been completely worn off, and now several inches of mud and slush only remain after the heavy rains.

On Monday evening last a lorry load of coke got bogged in Bank street, the wheels on one side going down as deep as the axle in passing along a piece of the roadway which last week had been opened up by workmen in attending to the gas mains.

In consequence, the horses were unable to pull the load out of the quagmire thus formed, and the vehicle had to remain there for the night

Saturday matches

■ Warrandyte v. Blackburn — Marshall; Mitcham v. Box Hill—Ritchie; Fern Tree Gully v. Auburn—C. Hunt; Canterbury v.

Vermont—Dykes; Burwood v. Bingwood— Davy.

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Observations Convent Gallery

■ The Convent precinct is currently closed to the general public until further notice.

This includes the closure of the onsite eateries and cafes, galleries, garden, the school and markets.

The tenant community of artists, sole traders and small businesses remain on site at their own discretion at this time.

Many of the tenants sell their products and services online - a great way to support the creative community when they need it most.

Clients may visit practitioners in the WellBeing as per government directives in regard to essential health services - you will be met by your practitioner at the pink door entrance on St Heliers St. The Abbotsford Farmers Market will continue to be relocated to 2 Wingrove St. Alphington.

Abbotsford Convent Gallery 1 St Heliers St,Abbotsford - Peter Kemp

Steri-Live

■ Arts Centre Melbourne in partnership with the Victorian Parliament and The Push have come together to create Steri-Live, an imagined festival to inspire a state-wide audience impacted by the pandemic.

Steri-Live, ‘The Best Festival to Never Happen’, has been designed by participants of The Channel and The Push’s New Slang program which supports young Victorians interested in developing skills in event creation and management.

This initiative has created an opportunity for young aspiring creators aged 15-17, supported by the Parliament of Victoria, to team up with members from Arts Centre Melbourne, The Push, and creative mentors Giulia McGauran, Beatrice Lewisand Nicholas Campbell, to dream of what an event would look like in today’s current social and political climate.

“We are dedicated to ensuring that Arts Centre Melbourne is a place where young, aspiring creatives can learn, grow, contribute and realise their ideas,”said The Channel’s Venue and Program Manager, Zoe Rinkel.

“Innovation is important, now more than ever, and the aspiring artists from our New Slang program have displayed the divergent thinking that will be required for the arts to adapt in the future.”

"Engagement in the arts is really important for young people. It gives them a community, a language they can use to communicate complex feelings and ideas, and the confidence to take risks and be themselves. It also contributes to the building of a healthy future for a dynamic, exciting, inclusive and diverse arts sector."

The temporary closure of Parliament House during the COVID-19 crisis and the cancellation of a major youth music event in April led to the Parliament exploring new ways of working with young people.

“The Victorian Parliament has been collaborating with Arts Centre Melbourne and The Push Inc. on youth engagement activities since 2016 and teamed up to experiment with digital technologies during lockdown.

“Parliament’s youth engagement initiatives allow young people to voice their concerns and share their ideas about issues that affect them,” said Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Colin Brooks.

“With COVID-19 shutting our doors temporarily and forcing the cancellation of Parliament’s Youth Week activities, we were eager to explore ways to continue supporting and connecting with young people online,” he said.

Steri-Live is available to explore on https:/ /www.australianmusicvault.com.au/ music%20stories/read/steri-live/ For more information including; bookings for free and ticketed events, Arts Centre Melbourne’s health and safety policies, as well as additional digital content and experiences visit artscentremelbourne.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

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Reading The Sister’s Gift

Published statewide weekly in the Melbourne Observer and all editions of The Local Paper.

Phone: 1800 231 311. Email: editor@MelbourneObserver.com.au

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2020

Van Straten to launch book ■ The release of In the Name of Theatre: the History, Culture and Voices of Amateur Theatre in Victoria by Dr Cheryl Threadgold , is a work long awaited and one that will touch literally thousands of theatre practitioners, thespians and indeed the general community who have spent many happy hours as an audience member.

Taking us back in time to early Australian colonial theatre in 1789, with the first recorded amateur theatre performance in NSW of Irish dramatist George Farquhar's comedy The Recruiting Officer, presented to celebrate the birthday of King George III, Cheryl Threadgold has left little to chance by tracing with extraordinary expertise and no doubt patience in the highs and lows of amateur and community theatre in Victoria over some 230 years.

It is hard to imagine that anyone is left out of this comprehensive compilation of stories of over some 120 operating amateur musical and nonmusical theatre companies in Victoria, with more incisive details of 70 theatre companies serving urban and regional Victoria at this moment.

There are many very heartfelt comments by companies in their quest for survival, joy personified by others as they have told their tales without reservation and as such are recorded in fine detail by Threadgold.

What is sad and acknowledged by Threadgold is the some 380 listings of past amateur theatre companies that with their founders, committees really supported the ongoing foundations of theatre in Victoria over the past century or more.

Such a work as in In the Name of Theatre must be something that every participant and supporter of amateur theatre in Victoria needs for their own resource and enjoyment.

● Frank Van Straten It is something that doesn't happen without a lot of dedication, insight and ability to bring to our bookshelves.

The book is being launched by Frank Van Straten at 2pm Saturday September 5 on Zoom.

Early copies can be obtained online at $49.50 through the website: www.inthenameoftheatre. com.au - Review by Graeme McCoubrie

Turn of the Screw ■ While offstage for the moment, the Melbourne Theatre Company continues to present quality productions through the MTC Audio Lab series.

Part One of a dramatic reading of Henry James's classic gothic thriller The Turn of the Screw can be seen on https://www.mtc.com.au/ discover-more/mtc-now-2020/the-turn-of-thescrew-part-one/ until August 7.

The MTC begins this new initiative by experimenting with non-fiction texts and poetry in Great Australian Speeches, recreating chilling ghost stories.

The Turn of the Screw dramatic reading is directed by MTC Associate Artistic Director Sarah Goodes, and re-enacted by Laurence Boxhall, Marg Downey, Robert Menzies and Katherine Tonkin, with sound design by Clemence Williams.

James’s iconic ghost story centres on an unnamed governess who takes a job at Bly, the country estate where her new employer’s niece and nephew live following the death of their parents.

Life at Bly with the children seems idyllic at first, but the governess grows increasingly worried for the safety of her charges when she begins to see the spectral figures of two former employees, Peter Quint and Miss Jessel, haunting the grounds.

Part Two will start on Friday, August 7. For further details visit https://www.mtc.com.au/ discover-more/mtc-now/mtc-audio-lab - Cheryl Threadgold

● Sarah Goodes, MTC Artistic Director

● Barbara Hannay ■ Altruistic surrogacy has been around for several decades, but it's not the topic of many novels.

Author Barbara Hannay is always up for a challenge, and decided to delve into its complexities of surrogacy in her latest novel, The Sister's Gift.

Freya is a confident woman for whom the world is her oyster, and decides to give her sister Pearl the ultimate gift of a baby, by being a surrogate mother. And so Freya's niece Billie is born.

Fast forward many years later and it's no fairytale ending - Freya is at rock bottom, divorced, childless and homeless.

Niece Billie gives her the chance to manage the family restaurant on Queensland's beautiful Magnetic Island, but working closely in the family business with her sister and niece is no bed of roses for Freya.

Each woman holds secrets, so the novel follows their path to see if the women can let go of past regrets, or whether things will blow up in their faces.

Initially, Barbara Hannay had a different idea for the novel.

"My original idea was to write about a woman in mid life who loses everything and has to start over, and the friendship she develops with a younger woman, " Barbara said.

"But I always like to have a deeply emotional core to mu stories, and when I dug further, I came up with the surrogacy issues that tied the older and young women together in a much more complex and fraught connection."

The Sister's Gift sounds like another cracking yarn from this literary queen of family sagas. It's published by Penguin Random House and is out now. - Julie Houghton

Music By Springs

■ The boutique festival celebrating the best in chamber music, fine dining and wine, Music ByThe Springs, is scheduled for February 1214, 2021.

Set in the surrounds of Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel, guests can enjoy up to seven concerts and events over one weekend.

In addition, guests will also enjoy casual lunches and gourmet dinners in the Argus Dining Room prepared by award winning chefs, along with premium wines and beverages. Capacity is limited to ensure a warm and personal experience.

The festival, curated, designed and founded by Stewart Kelly, brings together Australia’s finest classical musicians to deliver performances of favourites of the repertoire, new creations and forgotten gems.

Whether new to the art form or a seasoned connoisseur, audiences should find much of interest in this program.

An interview with an acclaimed Australian also forms an important part of the weekend asking about the work in their field, their musical tastes and hopefully laugh a little too.

Guests to date have included political journalist Laura Tingle, broadcaster Margaret Throsby, the New South Wales State Librarian John Vallance and in 2021, demographer George Megalogenis.

For bookings and further information, visit https://musicbythesprings.com.au/ticketsand-booking-information/ - Cheryl Threadgold

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Victorian Arts Montsalvat

■ Throughout the Melbourne lockdown Montsalvat has been working hard in bringing Montsalvat to the community.

Montsalvat has been busy filming, photographing and sharing. Recently Montsalvat re-launched the Montsalvat Youtube channel where visitors can find 16 interviews with studio artists in their beautiful studios, a musical performance by Montsalvat Executive Director, Jacqueline Ogell and Bach Cello Suites performed in front of the heritage glass windows in The Upper Gallery.

Go to http;//www.youtube.com/channel/ UCXVS2ihxLoagVhuhZUOsWGg On social media there is the rarely seen Montsalvat Collection to the community with comments from the Assistant Curator each Monday. The Montsalvat Collection consists of around 3000 works, so it is exciting to be able to bring some never seen before works to the community through social media. Find these posts on the Montsalvat Arts and Events Facebook page and the Montsalvat Arts Centre Instagram.

Montsalvat is currently closed in compliance with the pandemic regulations. This has imposed a severe financial burden on its operations, says Dr Ogell.

"Any financial support from our patrons or philanthropists interested in the arts and the unique role Montsalvat plays in the Australian art sector is most welcome," she said.

"Art is important to the health and wellbeing of the community and it is important institutions such as ours survive this unfortunate period. Government support is urgently needed along with that of the private sector>" Montsalvat is still working on ways to bring Montsalvat to the community and are shortly launching a virtual tour of Montsalvat grounds via our website. While Montsalvat is closed under lockdown restrictions, visitors can support at http:www,trybooking.com/ au.conate/montsalvatartcentre or purchase something from our Montsalvat Shop Online to support local and Montsalvat artists. http://www. Montsalvat.com.au/online-shop Montsalvat 7 Hillcrest Ave, Eltham

Monash Gallery

■ MGA is the Australian home of photography. MGA champions Australian photography and inspire audiences to embrace. explore and value photography.

As Australia's leading public art gallery devoted to the collection and exhibition of photography, MGA engage local, national, and international audiences in arts and cultural experiences.

An initiative of the City of Monash, MGA opened in 1990. Located in Wheelers Hill, MGA is a key cultural facility and a popular destination for those interested in art and photography from across Melbourne.

MGA holds a collection of almost 3400 nationally significant Australian photographic works. The growing collection aims to provide a cogent and refined account of Australian photographic practices from the perspective of an art museum. MGA is the only cultural institution in the country whose collection is focused solely on Australian photography.

MGA is situated on a parkland affording spectacular views of Melbourne's south-east.

The original part of the building was designed by internationally renowned architect Harry Seidler. It remains the only formal art gallery space designed by Sadler, With subsequent additions to the building by Col Sanderson Ness (2000), MGA is a fine example of contemporary Australian architecture.

On average, MGA stages four large exhibition seasons and one art prize each year.

MGA's exhibitions vary in style and size but always relate to the practice and appreciation of photography. The William and Winifred Bowness Photography Prize was established in 2006 and aims to promote excellence in photography.

MGA also presents works from its important collection to a national audience through travelling exhibitions.

Monash Gallery Art 860 Ferntree Gully Rd, Wheelers Hill - Peter Kemp

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Anastasia joins MO Board ■ Melbourne Opera has announced the appointment of Anastasia Fai Kogan to its Board.

Mrs Kogan will serve as a Non-Executive Director. Anastasia is an experienced business leader with extensive digital and creative experience.

Mrs Kogan holds an MBA from Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Music from the Australian Institute of Music.

She studied the History of theArts and Luxury Brand Management at ESSEC Business School, Paris, and is a Graduate of the Australia Institute of Company Directors.

Mrs Kogan is the founder and creative director of the award-winning digital creative agency S&I. She is also the founder of the Australian Fashion FilmAwards (AFFA).

Over the past decade, Anastasia has been giving regular lectures in Business Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the Australian Institute of Music.

The Board is delighted to have Mrs Kogan bring her digital media and customer engagement skills to the organisation.

“We’re thrilled to have Anastasia join our Board, along with the fresh and creative outlook that she brings,” says Melbourne Opera Chairman Michael Flemming.

Mrs Kogan is looking forward to taking on the challenge of helping to grow Melbourne Opera in the digital age.

“I’m an avid fan of opera and very excited at the opportunity to bring my experience to Melbourne Opera.

“During this challenging time, I see incredible opportunities for us to harness the power of digital communication to engage with new audiences and deliver innovative experiences to the existing customer base,” said Mrs Kogan.

Melbourne Opera prides itself on its commitment to producing high quality, accessible

● Melbourne Opera new Board member Anastasia Kogan. performances for the benefit of audiences and performers.

Constantly striving for excellence in operatic performance and facilitating the development and appreciation of opera, operetta and other performing arts, MO also has a particular focus on developing emerging Victorian singers, musicians, technicians and associated creatives.

Melbourne Opera’s Ring Cycle commences in 2021 with Das Rheingold slated to open at the Regent Theatre in February.

- Cheryl Threadgold

Happy birthday La Mama ■ Last week was La Mama's 53rd birthday amid an exciting time during the process of rebirthing the theatre's original home, destroyed by a devastating fire on May 19, 2018.

On that day and thereafter it was made clear that La Mama would rebuild on the property.

The walls that remained were made secure and the bricks from the gables removed and stored.

The rebuild is seen as offering exciting new opportunities including the chance to make La Mama more accessible, to create a dedicated rehearsal space, to improve front of house amenities and theatre facilities, to support the needs of future generations of artists and to make La Mama the best it can be.

The property at 205-207 Faraday St, Carlton, stands in the block bounded by Lygon, University, Drummond and Faraday Sts. Built in 1883 for Anthony Reuben Ford, a Carlton printer, the building had been used as a workshop, a boot and shoe factory, an electrical engineering workshop and a silk underwear factory until the 1960s.

Sometime after that the Del Monaco family assumed ownership of the property, and it was from them that Betty Burstall first rented the building, and established La Mama Theatre in July, 1967, modelled on experimental theatre activities at La MaMa Experimental Theatre Company, New York.

Since then, La Mama has provided welcome opportunities, support and exposure to many playwrights, actors, directors, technicians, film=makers, poets, musicians and comedians, with an alumni that includes David Williamson, Cate Blanchett, Jack HIbberd, Graeme Blundell, Barry Dickins, Judith Lucy, Richard Frankland, Uncle Jack Charles, Christos Tsiolkas and Julia Zemiro and many other established and emerging artists.

Meanwhile, just around the corner at 349

● Betty Burstall Drummond St, Carlton, is the current home, office and second performance space – the La Mama Courthouse.

For more information about Rebuilding La Mama, visit www.lamama.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

Observations Bamberts’ Book of Lost Stories

■ For the month of August, as part of Arts Centre Melbourne’s Together With You program, families will be able to immerse themselves into the world of Bambert's Book of Lost Stories.

This Helpmann Award-winning production presented with Barking Gecko Theatre will be streaming a special online season straight to families’ homes from Saturday August 8 until Saturday September 5. In what is a timely reminder of how stories connect us to the world and the power of kindness, the story of Bambert is memorable.

“We are so happy to be sharing Bambert’s Book of Lost Stories online while theatres remain dark across the country. As a tale of an isolated man who sends his stories out into the world, it is a testament to the power stories hold to connect us, bring comfort and help us make sense of the world. Little Bambert’s poetic faith in his stories is a perfect antidote to these challenging times,” says Luke Kerridge, Artistic Director of Barking Gecko Theatre.

The theatrical tale was presented to sell out performances in the Fairfax Studio in October 2017 as part ofArts Centre Melbourne’s Families program. It’s a story about an impossibly small man named Bambert with an enormous love for writing. Tucked away in his quiet attic, his only companions are the characters he has created in his stories.

One day, Bambert decides to set his stories free, to send them out into the world on little balloons, in the hope that they will find a home. But, the stories contain instructions: whoever finds them must return them to Bambert with a stamp from wherever they landed so he knows where his stories have gone. But as each day passes, and no stories return, Bambert’s hope begins to fade.

To further engage and connect families with the themes of this work, there are a number of creative activities to do at home which are inspired by the show. Some examples are: Decorate a wish balloon Bambert writes his stories into a book called his Book of Wishes. In this activity, youngsters can colour in a drawing of the balloon from the show and add their very own wish for the world. All that is needed is a printer and some coloured pencils.

Write a letter to a friend Bambert’s tale reminds us of the power of writing to connect us to one another. During this time of isolation, children will be encouraged to share stories with their friends and loved ones with a handwritten letter.

Stories in the Wall: Radio plays by students Become immersed in these original radio plays inspired by Bambert’s Book of Lost Stories, written and acted by primary students, with original music and sound design by secondary students.

Online puppetry workshop After watching the performance, the audience will be encouraged to make their own puppets at home. In this online video, Puppeteer Iris Radovic teaches how to make puppets with materials found around the house, and then guides to bring the creation to life.

Isolate > Create > Connect Barking Gecko Theatre in collaboration with ThinkArts in India has created a new digital initiative Isolate > Create > Connect to highlight the similarities and differences that children are experiencing right now across the globe. This will become a lasting record of how life in isolation during COVID-19 was experienced by young people.

Director and Co-Adapter: Luke Kerridge Adapter: Dan Giovannoni Designer: Jonathon Oxlade Lighting Designer: Chris Donnelly Sound Designer: Ian Moorhead Dramaturg: Matt Edgerton Arts Centre Melbourne presents Bambert’s Book of Lost Stories Streaming from Saturday, August 8 until Saturday, September 5 Duration: 70 minutes Age Recommendation: 8+ For more information visit artscentremelbourne.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

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Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

Walt’s Disneyland turns 65

■ Hi everyone, from my suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites comes this week's news.

Out and About

Every kid’s dream

■ Disneyland Park, originally Disneyland, is the first of two theme parks built at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, opened on July 17, 1955.

It is the only theme park designed and built to completion under the direct supervision of Walt Disney. A phased reopening of the Disneyland Resort has begun at the Downtown Disney District.

The hotels of the Disneyland Resort remain closed and will reopen at a later date. Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park remain closed and will reopen at a later date, pending state and local government approvals. This is all due to COVID-19 which is constantly evolving.

On a brighter note the Disneyland brand has brought complete joy to millions of fans all around the world.

When Disneyland opens many Californian families feel that it will be a return to normality. There is something reassuring for families and fans about walking up main street towards Sleeping Beauty’s Castle.

Cleaning up their act

● Pictured at the many events inside Disneyland before it closed are Alan Johnson, Ramada Managing Director, with Gavin Wood.

Cruel social media users

Broadway shutdown ■ Broadway theatre, also known simply as Broadway, refers to the theatrical performances presented in the 41 professional theatres, each with 500 or more seats, located in the Theatre District and Lincoln Centre along Broadway, in midtown Manhattan, New York City.

All shows have been cancelled until 2021. It's the longest shutdown of New York's famed theatre district in Broadway history.

Across America, large venues, stadiums, festivals and indoor events have been cancelled due to the virus.

Viruses are the enemy ■ In a 2015 Ted Talk, Bill Gates declared, "If anything kills over 10 million people in the next few decades, it's most likely to be a highly infectious virus."

He probably should have said "viruses."

As humans crisscross the globe with increasing frequency, dive deeper into natural ecosystems, and contribute to climate change, medical experts warn it's basically inevitable we'll experience more viral outbreaks.

"You asked what keeps me up at night," CDC Director Robert Redfield told a House committee. "I know it's a pandemic flu."

So what have we learned from COVID-19? That we need to do a lot better next time around. Here are a few proposed solutions from medical experts...

More funding: Redfield told Congress that his agency didn't have the money to fulfill the "core capabilities of public health."

The UN says we need to spend $11 billion more to fight global pandemics.

Reforming the WHO: Global cooperation is critical to fighting a pandemic, but critics argue the World Health Organisation has serious flaws in its design.

Strengthening the medical supply chain to ensure critical drugs are available when needed.

More surveillance: As David Eckerwrites in Scientific American, "The best way to prevent pandemics is to apply the same principles as we use to prevent catastrophic forest fires: survey aggressively for smaller brush fires and stomp them out immediately."

GavinWood

From my Suite at the Ramada Plaza Complex on Santa Monica Blvd

■ Large swaths of the internet are a cesspool. Before today, this led to glum assessments about the state of humanity. But a new study out of Michigan State University and California State University at Fullerton, says not so fast: The heaviest users of social media have personalities that enjoy angering and embarrassing others. This is good news.

It means that humanity, on the whole, might suck far less than people on the internet. A fascinating study of 472 university students tracked their usage on two top platforms for 18-to24-year old: Snapchat (2.64 hours per day) and Facebook (2.28 hours per day).

Researchers found that users displaying addictive behavior were also more likely to be motivated to be cruel and callous and to use others for personal gain. "Our results demonstrate that individuals who have a greater preference for these types of rewards display greater problematic use of both platforms," write the researchers, who note that these traits are also associated with narcissism and psychopathy and have previously been correlated with addictive internet use.

They write that social media sites unwittingly "cater to people who seek rewards from being cruel, such as through cyberbullying or various aggressive online behaviors." The researchers hope that their study will help clinicians treat addicted patients by better understanding the social rewards that may be driving them. The same study also found users logging longer hours with more addictive behaviors on Snapchat, but more frequently attempting to quit Facebook.

Troubled streets ■ A violent attack on several members of the NYPD, including police chief Terence Monahan, left one officer with broken bones in his face. In less than a day, police identified and arrested two men suspected of assaulting the officer and the chief. The man who is charged with hitting the chief was released without bail. "Quran Campbell, 25, is accused of socking the highest-ranking uniformed cop several times in the face as Monahan tried to arrest him after Campbell had allegedly punched another NYPD officer and lieutenant near the Manhattan approach to the bridge. Campbell was arraigned on assault charges in Manhattan criminal court and was granted supervised release." Ever since Mayor De Blasio's removal of bail for most arrests, crime has been on the rise in NYC. And since the riots and protests following the George Floyd killing, crime, especially violent crime, has greatly increased. Allowing criminals who are willing to attack police to be back on the street.

Riot hot spot ■ Riots in Portland continued Saturday evening, with one leading to a fire being set inside a police union building and another continuing to target the federal courthouse. Portland has seen over 50 days of protests and rioting, and Saturday proved to be no different. Daily Caller reporters were at the scene where rioters squared off with officers after tearing down fencing and using it to barricade the federal courthouse. Meanwhile, another riot in the city led to the bureau's union headquarters being broken into and briefly lit on fire, according to police. Outside of the Mark O. Hatfield U.S. Courthouse, hundreds gathered and immediately began removing fencing surrounding the park and courthouse that had been erected by officers. Some rioters barricaded the building and began to taunt officers by banging on the walls and yelling for them to come outside. Small fights broke out between those who wanted to continue tearing down fencing and a small group trying to prevent further destruction.

■ It appears that the networks are beginning to think that their outspoken reality stars are more of liability than an asset.

A number of networks had hired a private investigator to probe their own talent's social-media feeds for signs of racism, we're now told that networks are offering stars "goodbehavior bonuses" in their contracts.

Since reality TV seems to rely almost entirely on bad behavior for its entertainment value, we asked our source why networks would want to cultivate a bunch of goody-twoshoes.

"They're talking about 'behaving well,' as in not using racial slurs on social media and not getting into fights with cast mates. It's not a high bar."

● Walt Disney

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■ There would not be a great number of our readers who still remember one of the great American film stars of the B-grade westerns, Buck Jones.

He appeared in more than 160 silent and sound films in a career that spanned almost 30 years and was very popular throughout the world.

Charles Frederick Gebhart was born in Indiana in 1891. Charles served in the US Army from the age of 16 and was honourably discharged in 1913.

He worked as a cowboy on a ranch in Oklahoma and married professional horse rider Odille Osborne in 1915. Charles got a job as a stuntman and bit player for Universal Pictures in 1918.

In the same year their daughter Maxine was born. After a series of small appearances Charles landed his first starring role in The Last Straw and was now known as Buck Jones.

He quickly became one of the top cowboys in films and was an international success as popular as Tom Mix, Ken Maynard,William S. Hart and Hoot Gibson.

His faithful horse was named Silver (later used as a name for The Lone Ranger's horse) and they appeared together in many films. In 1928 he formed his own production company but after the stock market crash of 1929 he lost everything.

He started his own Wild West Show but after that failed Buck returned to working for the major studios and his salary was around $300 a week.

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Whatever Happened To ...

Buck Jones

By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM

The titles of his B Grade Westerns would not mean a lot to our readers but in his career Buck Jones worked alongside some famous actors including George ‘Gabby’Hayes, Ward Bond, Dick Foran and John Wayne.

His final films included a series of eight features playing US Marshall Buck Roberts. In 1940 Maxine married actor Noah Beery Jnr and they had three children before divorcing in 1954.

In 1937 Buck and Odille built their lavish Western styled ‘dream home\’ in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles complete with stables.

Buck had a fear of fire and designed the house to be fire proof.

Ironically on November 28, 1942 he was the guest of honour at the Coconut Grove Night-

● Buck Jones

club in Boston when fire broke out and Buck was one of the victims in a disaster that claimed 492 lives.

There were stories around at the time that he had gone back into the inferno to rescue patrons but this theory was discredited in later years.

He had been badly burned and affected by smoke inhalation.

The idol of millions died alone in the Massachusetts General Hospital two days after the fire. He passed away just before Odille arrived at his bedside.

America had just entered the Second World War and Buck Joneshad planned to tourAmerica to help sell War Bonds. Before he died he agreed to a series of Buck Jones comic books and in later years that income helped Odille through a difficult financial situation. His daughter Maxine passed away in 1990 and Odille passed away in 1996 at the age of 95.

Kevin Trask Kevin can be heard on 3AW The Time Tunnel - Remember When Sundays at 10.10pm with Philip Brady and Simon Owens.

And on 96.5 FM That's Entertainment Sundays at 12 Noon. www.innerfm.org.au

Small is the new big in cruising OK. With John O’Keefe Happy birthday Jaclyn ■ Very soon Jaclyn Smith will celebrate her 80th birthday. Not that you need reminding Jaclyn was the dark haired beauty in the TV series Charlie’s Angels.

She was an undercover cop who fought the bad guys after getting her instructions from a fictitious boss called Charlie.

Known as Kelly Garred she appeared in every episode 1976- 1981.

Over the years she has made $150 million - from acting and her endorsement of a fashion label retailed through K-Mart, America .

Very smart Angel.

Return of child prodigy

● Craig Bowen: "In the years ahead, travellers will increasingly value what ships don't have rather than what they do have."

■ Small will be the new big in the growing demand for small ship advenpost-COVID cruise market, accordtures. ing to one of Australia's most experiHe said Cruise Traveller had grown enced small ship cruising specialist, rapidly over 17 years to become Cruise Traveller, with more people Australia's leader in the small ship drawn to the appeal of boutique, river market, representing 53 boutique, and expedition ships carrying less luxury, river and expedition cruising than 500 passengers. operators around the world.

Managing Director of Cruise Trav"When enhanced, onboard health eller, Craig Bowen, said that postprotocols are ratified, river and expecovid, small ships will play a vital role dition ships will be the first to start sailin rebuilding trust in cruising. ing, with a handful already re-com"In the years ahead, travellers will mencing operations around Australia increasingly value what ships don't and overseas. have rather than what they do have," "Before COVID-19, ships were Mr Bowen said. getting bigger and bigger but in com"Smaller ships don't have crowds, ing times, more people will see small congestion, confusion, queues, delays as the new big in cruising. For many, in boarding and disembarkation, lots the smaller the vessel and fewer the of noise, casinos, contests for deck passengers, the better," Mr Bowen chairs, large group excursions or a said. bewildering array of activities, shops "Small ships will be crucial to reand charge-on-entry restaurants. with John Rozentals building trust in cruising, generally, but "When cruising returns, more post-COVID, more people will apprepeople will seek the space, freedom, record rate of new builds of smaller ciate the many benefits of boutique simplicity, ease, tranquility, intimacy, ships will gather pace to meet the surg- cruise holidays and this will prove a friendliness, eco-sustainability and ing demand. big boost to the small ship industry."

"By nature, small ships fill up fast personal service that smaller ships Call Cruise Traveller on 1800 507 offer as well as the advantage of ac- so we always recommend advanced 777 or visit www.cruisetraveller. cessing smaller, more remote ports planning and early bookings, even for com.au and sailing closer to wild scenery and 2022 and beyond."

Mr Bowen said Cruise Traveller's NOTE: Potential travellers should wildlife.

“This trend was evident before bookings for 2021 product to the end check the status of individual events covid-19 but after the pandemic sub- of June, 2020, were up 31 per cent up and establishments with regard to the sides, the popularity of smaller ves- on the same period last year for 2020 coronavirus outbreak. sels will accelerate and the recent, sailings, highlighting the resilient and - John Rozentals

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■ At the age of 11, pint size guitarist Nathan Cavaleri burst onto stage as a guest on Hey, Hey it’s Saturday, and from there the rest is history.

Nath went onto play with the finest guitarists in the world, until he suddenly dropped out of the international musical scene and only played occasional, small gigs.

I am pleased to announce Nathan has released a new album called Demons, a self expression of his life since childhood times.

Now aged 38 Nath appeared in a tell all edition of ABC Australian Story, you can catch on ABC replay.

His latest. Demons will be released today, August 5. Watch for live performances, including Bluesfest 2021. Welcome back, Nath , you are an amazing singer, songwriter and world renowned guitarist.

Another change of name

■ One of the elementary rules of marketing an event is to keep the brand name consistent over time and avoid burning goodwill. Don’t chop and change. Obviously the folk at Melbourne City Council missed that lecture.

What was White Night Festival, and before that Melbourne International Arts have been binned and will become (drum roll) Rising. The new name will showcase a winter wonderland in 2021 of arts and music centred around Melbourne. It better be good because the locally focused event has a budget of $2 million for shows and exhibitions over May 26- June 6.

Some good news

■ It could be the turning of the tide for the Melbourne Arts and music community. State Government has shelled out $800,000 for a refurbishment of two creative hubs – Abbotsford Convent, and Collingwood Yards.

The grant will be allocated for an assortment of projects from rent relief for current tenants to badly needed rebuilding.

The hubs have a total of 126 creative studio spaces, two galleries, four cafes, a school – even a radio station. A total of 4000 events were held in the hubs last year. A grant well overdue that will become a profitable investment.

Time in the slammer

■ A pretty familiar face of an actor on Aussie produced TV series and commercials has been jailed for importing drugs. We’ll avoid mentioning his name, other than to say his online acting folio shows images of him as a model posing as a fierce looking cop in full police uniform holding a rifle ready to maintain law and order.

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke What’s Hot and What’s Not in Blu-Rays and DVDs FILM: INCEPTION - 10th Anniversary Re-Release: Genre: Sci-Fi/Action/Adventure.

Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, K en Watanabe, Michael Caine, Cillian Murphy, Ellen Page, Tom Berenger, P ete Postlethwaite.

Year: 2010.

Rating: M. Length: 148 Minutes.

Stars: ***** Verdict: Psychological sci-fi action-thriller of a thief who possesses the power to enter into the dreams of others, to steals ideas, and by projecting himself deep into the subconscious of his targets, he can glean information that even the best computer hackers can't get to, and in the world of corporate espionage, he is the ultimate weapon, and when loses everything, he's forced to embark on one final mission in a desperate quest for redemption.

Visionary "Interstellar," "The Dark Knight Trilogy" and "Dunkirk" writer, producer and director Christopher Nolan's odyssey is a mind-bending, eye-popping and spellbinding experience, a tremendously ambitious, highly original and supremely intelligent psychological dream weaving labyrinth that dazzles the imagination beyond belief, and no matter how confusing it may become, just go with the ride and let your imagination do the rest.

The exceptional cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph GordonLevitt, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Ken Watanabe, Michael Caine, Cillian Murphy, Ellen Page, Tom Berenger and the late Pete Postlethwaite, and each and every one of them punch a whole right through the screen under the taut and minutely controlled direction of Christopher Nolan, all brought vividly to life by the bewildering and awe-inspiring Oscar winning Cinematography, Visual Effects, Sound Mixing and Sound Editing, along with a pulse-pounding Oscar nominated music score be Hans Zimmer.

Primarily filmed in VistaVision and the giant 70MM format, what Nolan's "Dunkirk" is to WWII "Inception" is to science fiction, an epic cinematic feast that stands right up there alongside the Stanley Kubrick "2001: A Space Odyssey," a big, bold, gripping, unnerving, exciting and uniquely entertaining rollercoaster ride that tests the limits of your imagination and intelligence to the limits, a "what the hell was that" sledgehammer knockout celluloid grandmaster of cinematic wonderment with a tale that only improves with repeated viewings.

FILM: THE VERY EXCELLENT MR. DUNDEE (Now Streaming): Genre: Comedy.

Cast: Paul Hogan, Olivia Newton-John, Chevy Chase, John Cleese, Wayne Knight, Rachael Carpani, Luke Hemsworth, Shane Jacobson, Clayton Jacobson, Kerry Armstrong.

Year: 2020.

Rating: PG (?).

Length: 88 Minutes.

Stars: ** Verdict: Los Angeles resident Paul Hogan is reluctantly thrust back into the spotlight as he desperately attempts to restore his sullied reputation after accidentally throwing a snake at a teacher on the eve of being knighted by the Queen.

Light-hearted but sadly mediocre pot-boiler with everyone's favourite Aussie larrikin Paul Hogan ambling through a series manic misadventures like a marionette that makes "Chucky" the Devil Doll funnier and positively human by comparison, and peppered with a starstudded comic cast that try their hardest, but the real question to the creation of this cinematic misfire is simply WHY? Co-writer (with Robert Mond) and director Dean Murphy, whose other Paul Hogan related films include "Strange Bedfellows" (2004) and "Charlie & Boots" (2009) has created an overall journey of inept and uninspired silliness that delivers too much of "that sinking feeling," overbearingly more-so than an intelligent, laugh-out-loud experience that you would expect from Paul Hogan and such a sparkling and talented cast .... the sequence with Shane Jacobson as the "Crocodile Dundee" impersonator with the full-on American accent is "cringe-inducing" to say the least.

Far from "The Very Excellent" as it states in the title, surprisingly, this is an inoffensive time filler, and throughout all its stupidity, blandness and silliness, it actually does have moments that briefly sparkle, a middling too old fashioned B- comedy that has some fun with its legendary character and leading man, and along the way also pokes some fun at the Hollywood establishment and media.

Primarily filmed in Melbourne, with location shots of LA, when all is said and done, this is an inferior effort that could have been, but sadly isn't, a disappointing and the a point embarrassing romp reflective of the all too many corny and forgotten '60s Hollywood rom-coms that have disappeared into obscurity, and like those, but not unlike the original "Crocodile Dundee," you'll have forgotten all about it the moment your head hits the pillow afterwards.

"The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee" is now streaming on Prime Video.

- James Sherlock

Rourke’s Reviews Deerskin ■ Deerskin (MA). 77 minutes.

Opens August 6 in selected states.

A word of warning first. If you have never seen any of Quentin Dupieux's previous films (Rubber, Wrong, Keep An Eye Out, to name some), you may be unprepared for the strange viewing experience you are about to embark on.

If you have, then you will be glad to hear that this unique film-maker is in fine form, delivering what is undoubtably one of his best films to date.

Oscar winner Jean Dujardin (The Artist, OSS-117) stars as Georges, a seemingly disillusioned man who has just walked out on his wife.

Driving up into the Alpine regions of France, Georges spends a substantial amount of money on a deerskin jacket he has seen advertised.

The elderly gentleman also gives the visitor a camcorder. So smitten by the jacket, Georges believes he is someone to obsess over and admire, but after his wife blocks access to their bank account, the increasingly unhinged Georges uses the camcorder to realise a very odd dream, one suggested to him by the jacket (voiced

by Dujardin), which appears to have taken on a life of its own.

Dupieux takes a one-joke idea and imbues it with some fascinating themes, notably that of identity, personal responsibility, and the abuse of trust on imagery we see on screen.

While the latter could represent the responsibility of the film-makers themselves, it also criticises members of the public (especially online) who distort or fabricate information for their own gain, not caring of the cruel, fatal consequences that can occur to individuals, or entire communities, around them.

In a world of deep division and distrust, seeing this theme taken to surreal extremes makes Georges' actions increasingly unnerving.

Durjardin is terrific as Georges, detailing his gradual moral decline with expert precision, and he is well supported by Adele Haenel (Portrait Of A Lady On Fire), playing a local bartender who gets caught up in Georges' skewed universe. Dupieux continues to give his films an off-kilter visual design, which perfectly ties in with his darkly humorous script.

While ostensibly a comedy, Deerskin has a bleakness underneath, and by the end, the two have entwined to impressive effect.

RATING - ****

Used Cars ■ (M) (1980). 113 minutes. Now available on Blu-ray.

A box-office disappointment on its original release due to studio mismanagement, this crackerjack comedy from the team that brought us Back To The Future has thankfully amassed a huge following over the ensuing decades, and for good reason. Kurt Russell (coming off his success playing Elvis Presley in John Carpenter's top-rating TV mini-series, Elvis) plays Rudy Russo, an enthusiastic (if completely untrustworthy) Phoenix used-car salesman, who is trying to raise enough money to run for state senate.

Rudy, along with superstitious salesman Jeff (Gerrit Graham), and aggressive mechanic Jim (Frank McRae), work for Luke Fuchs (Jack Warden), whose lot has fallen on hard times.

His brother, Roy L. Fuchs (also played by Warden), whose car lot is located directly across the street, is both successful and obnoxious, and has his eyes set on taking over Luke's failing business.

A series of unexpected events occur, including the sudden arrival of Luke's grown daughter Barbara (Deborah Harmon), creating much confusion, deception, and chaos.

Though there is a raunch factor present, what makes Used Cars such a delight is its ability to remain completely good-natured, and this is due to sterling work in front of and behind the camera. Russell (Escape From New York, The Thing, The Hateful Eight) is a joy to watch, making an immoral character utterly likeable, and there are equally fine turns from Graham, McCrae and Harmon.

The film is stolen however by a pair of outstanding performances by Warden, who brilliantly (and hilariously) delineates both brothers' personalities.

The screenplay by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale shows genuine care and affection towards its frequently wayward characters, while supplying an effectively cynical presentation about the continual, conflicting nature of human behaviour.

Zemeckis, as director, injects the material with the same kind of infectious energy he would do with his subsequent films, including Romancing The Stone, the Back To The Future trilogy, and The Walk.

Like the customers who walk on to Rudy's lot, Used Cars got a raw deal when first released, but is now rightfully regarded as one of the best comedies to emerge from the 1980's.

RATING - ***** - Aaron Rourke

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Crossroads

By Rob Foenander info@countrycrossroads com.au

New for Gene ■ Octogenarian Gene Bradley Fisk has released a new original song Kaanglang Dreaming. The song tells the story about southern Victoria's cattle rustlers in the early 1900s and is accompanied by a new video.clip. The former radio announcer and production manager keeps busy these days not only writing and recording his own songs but producing a podcast that promotes Australasian country music artists. More info atwww.facebook.com/genebradleyfiskGood

Lawson poems ■ Legendary Australian singer-songwriter John Schumann, together with his long-time friend David Minear, are re releasing Lawson.The Album. The album is a collection of Henry Lawson poems set to music

by Schumann, and features iconic Australian talent across its 13tracks, including Russell Morris, Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil), Shane Howard (Goanna), Mike Rudd, Steven and Alan Pigram. henrylawson.net.au

Hannah Frances ■ Aussie newcomer Hanna Frances has released her second single That Night featuring a start studded backing band in its recording. The Melbourne singer-songwriter’s music has been described as a sweet and dark musical terrain that traverses folk, pop and the sounds of the singer-songwriter generation of artists who trail blazed out of Greenwich Village in the 60s.

- Rob Foenander

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Younger generation at Leeton ■ Lillypilly Estate winemaker Robert Fiumara's daughter Gianna has wasted nore of her study time in making an impact on the Leeton family-owned business.

Gianna had taken leave from the University of Adelaide and was studying oenology and viticulture on an exchange program at University of California Davis when COVID19 began wreaking havoc around the world so she decided to leave the USA and head home to Australia, to Leeton, where she self-isolated for two weeks, She brainstormed a few ideas and landed on an At Home Masterclass because it was a way to really reflect the experience customers have at the cellar door, while also providing the freedom of educating themselves about Lillypilly wine from the convenience of their own home.

The masterclass is a six-week program and contains: six bottles ofLillypilly wines, and tasting notes, information and suggested recipes, and is accompanied by online videos produced by Gianna.

Gianna continues the family's passion for winemaking and she's been able to incorporate both her passion and her skills with social media and video production to deliver this learning package.

Visit www.lillypilly.com.au WINE REVIEWS Lillypilly Estate 2018 Red Velvet ($18): Like the winery's Tramillon, this is a proprietory

● Apprentice and master: Lillypilly Estate winemaker Robert Fiumara with Gianna. brand. It was designed by Bob in Once Red Velvet had been success- won a gold medal and trophy with a the mid-80s as a sweetish, aro- fully pinned down, it was only a blend of traminer and semillon at matic red wine designed for early matter a time before bubbles were the 1983 Royal Sydney Wine drinking as a chilled product. added. The result is a sweetish, but Show.

But Fiumara was well prepared Don't take it too seriously and not all cloying, glass of refreshing it's a delightful, refreshing drink well fizz that can be enjoyed as an aperi- and had registered Tramillon as a suited to Asian cuisine. tif but will also sit well with lighter proprietory brand.

The sweetish white blend has In Robert's own words: "This Asian-style dishes. served the winery well. Try it with subtle, fruity wine, unique to WINE OF THE WEEK Lillypilly, has a delicate aroma with Lillypilly Estate 2018 Tramillon spicy Thai dishes.

NOTE: Potential travellers a hint of musk. It is well balanced, ($18): No one would been more versatile and refreshing, with a surprised than Lilliypilly Estate's should check the status of individual smooth silky finish." winemaker Robert Fiumara when events and establishments with reFiumara Pink Velvet ($21): the Leeton-based family company gard to the coronavirus outbreak.

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Top 5

THE T OP 5 THINGS TOP TO DO IN THE LA TES T SITU ATION LATES TEST SITUA 5. Put our clothes on backwards so everyone will think we’re going home.

4.Form an“escape committee”.

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2.Eliminate queues completely by yelling “Bloody hell - my temperature has hit 38.9”.

1. There will be no “number 1 for Top 5s”.

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Sport

Top races versus the Virus

■ With one of the first main races coming up at the end of the month, the dreaded Virus is not helping at all.

The Memsie Stakes to be run on August 29t, has attracted the interest of some our top trainers, but some of the interstate trainers are a bit concerned.

The trainer of the early favourite for the Memsie, Adam Trinder, hails from Tasmania, and with the current lockdown of 14 days, it causes concern.

Mystic Journey, who won the first All Star Mile last year and fifth in last year's Cox Plate , is the first one in question.

On the next line is the top Western Australian mare, Arcadia Queen.

Without doubt like Mystic Journey, she is all class.

Another that will attract plenty of attention is the New Zealand mare, Melody Belle, who has many Group One credits to her name, and is good in wet conditions.

Victoria's top mare, Rubisaki, is in magnificent form, recently raced in Sydney winning in great style, and is rated one of the best mares racing in Australia, having won all her races in style.

Prepared by leading trainer, Pat Payne, she is at the top of her game, and in my book looks the one to beat on her home track.

Superstorm is another with plenty of talent and sure to chime in as the whips are cracking.

This is along with Catalyst, who is racing at the top of its ability and always puts in.

Fierce Impact by the Japanese champion, Deep Impact, shows that he will be a contender with the way he has been finishing his races.

The WesternAustralian galloper, Real Power, is one of the best going around, and will have the services of her regular race rider, champion Western Australian hoop, Willie Pike.

Of the other top contenders is the good galloper, Trekking, from the James Cummings stable, who never puts in a bad run.

If all they go around in the Memsie Stakes at Caulfield, it will be a crackerjack race

Another that is smart and has raced over most ofAustralia is the Ciaron Maher-David Eustace trained filly, Away Game, who has won several races.

She was most impressive winning the Percy Sykes Stakes back in April, and always gives plenty.

On the next line is the good Victorian filly, Letzglam, a recent winner in good fashion.

Muntaseera was unplaced behind Away Game in the Percy Sykes Stakes, and goes alright.

TheCauklfield Cup to be run the following week, should be a beauty, as usual except for crowds at this stage, due to the Virus.

Favourite as this stage, is the Hawkes team trained, Master of Wine, who is also well up in Melbourne Cup markets.

He has started has started 14 times for five wins, and seven placings, up till March this year.

A rising six-year-old, I do like the galloper, and most of all who he is with, they are outstanding trainers, led by the great John Hawkes, a member of the Hall of Fame.

In the Caufield Cup the South Australian ● Mystic Journey .Racing Photos.

Derby winner, Russian Camelot, is not far away per, prepared by Gai Waterhouse and Adrian from Master of Wine, in the markets.

Bott at Randiwck.

Prepared by Danny O'Brien who won the Last, but not least, is probably the best colt Melbourne Cup last year with Vow and Deracing who turned three this week, in Rothfire, clare, is confident that his four-year old can in the care of astute Queensland trainer, Rob- measure up, and most of us agree. ert Heathcote, who won the J.J.Atkins Plate in The good mare, Verry Elleegant, with Chris Queensland demoralising the opposition.

Waller, has class on her side, and I have always The One Thousand Guineas for the fillies, felt that the Caulfield Cup was her go. She has will be run on the same day as the colts with the raced against the best and beat the best. smart filly, Personal, installed as the early faShe was formerly trained by Darren Weir, vorite with good form on the board. and will be right there at the finish of the 2400 Another with plenty of ticker is Hungry metres of the Caulfield Cup. Heart, who has shown plenty in her runs so far.

The Australasian Oaks winner, Colette, will One from the strong Philip Stokes barn is be right in it, as the distance is right up her alley.

Instant Celebrity, who came from last recently The Cox Plate, to be run on October 24, sees the to win easily.

International galloper, Barney Roy, heading the She has been installed as second favorite for markets from Master of Wine. the One Thousand, and Stokes has a big opin- Ted Ryan ion of her.

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Best ever fields ■ As I wrote in my previous column, the Caulfield Guineas, to be run on October 10, has attracted one of the best ever fields to contest the classic over 1600 metres at Caulfield on October 10.

Three-year old s that ooze all class, headed

by Sydney colt, King's Legacy, in the strong camp of Peter and Paul Snowden, who has been installed as favourite.

On the next line is Tagaloa, who won the Blue Diamond, for Trent Busittin and Natalie Young, and ran fourth in the Golden Slipper.

Then the undefeated, Doubtland, with the Hawkes team, and they have a big opinion of him.

His stablemate, North Pacific, at only his secHe is a stablemate to the flying filly, ond start blitzed them on a Heavy 8 track in Rubisaki, mentioned in the Memsie Stakes Sydney, and looks the goods.

Then you have the Victoria Derby favourite, above.

To round off the top chances in the Guineas Cherry Tortoni,who has scored in brilliant fashyou have Farnan, the winner of the Golden Slip ion at his last two starts.

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Daryl Douglas back in business ■ Two meetings (Bendigo and Kilmore) were held in conjunction on Tuesday night with Kilmore being transferred from the day before.

The highlight at Bendigo was the return to the winners list of champion reinsman Daryl Douglas following an absence of 4 years. Driving trainer brother Glenn's 6Y0 Bacardi LindyStrapon mare Bacardi Jess to land the TLC Carpentry Trotters Mobile over 1650 metres.

Beginning fast from gate two, Bacardi Jess was given an easy time at the head of affairs to score by a neck from Kyvalley Catwalk along the sprint lane after trailing, with Yankee Twister third 4.2 metres away after following the pair.

The mil rate 2-00.8.

■ Romsey's Chris Svanosio was successful with Courage Under Fire-Low Velocity filly Aliens Last (gate two) in the 1650 metre Alabar Bloodstock 2Y0 Maiden Pace, leading throughout to easily account for first starter Chelsava Angel which trailed from the pole in a mile rate of 1-54.8. Eva Matao was a metre back third after racing exposed.

■ Bolinda trainer Brent Lilley snared a double at the meeting with in-form 4Y0 Muscle HillLove Ya Doosie entire Kyvalley Chief taking the Santons Of Bendigo Trotters Handicap over 2150 metres and 6Y0 Angus Hall- Aldebaran Maori mare Kyvalley Kyrie the 1650 metre Race Services Trotters Mobile. Kyvalley Chief driven

by Chris Alford began safely from 10 metres and was immediately sent forward to assume control from Spiders Devil, before coasting to the wire 11.2 metres in advance of Im Hector (one/one) and a death-seating Mano De Dios who was game in running third a half neck back.

The mile rate 2-01.8.

Kyvalley Kirie (Ross Payne) led throughout from gate three to win in a breeze over Majestic Achiever which trailed by 16.1 metres in 1-59.

Querencia (four back the markers) used the sprint lane for third 1.3 metres away.

■ Wahring trainer Shaun Kittel and stable reinsman Rod Lakey combined to capture the 2150 metre Hygain Pace with The Last Chance, a 5Y0 gelded son of Mr Feelgood and Tender Reign. Coming away from three back the markers mid-race to park in the open, The Last Chance strode clear in the back straight and gave plenty on turning to defeat the hot favourite Tarzali which followed the winner everywhere, with Double O Heaven third after dropping down to the markers on the final bend. The margins 4.9 by 3.7 metres in a mile rate of 1-57.3.

■ At Kilmore the local area provided half the program. Kilmore trainer Mitchell Frost combined with Zac Phillips to land the Beraldo Coffee Pace over 1690 metres with 5Y0 Always A Virgin-Duchess Da Gama mare Always A Duchess in a mile rate of 1-59.

Given a sweet passage from gate two trailing another Kilmore local Cheeky Major which led from the pole, Always A Duchess was eased three wide on the final bend and finished best to score by 8.7 metres from Robbie Walters' Lady Flora which raced exposed from the bell, with Cheeky Major a half head away in third place giving Kilmore the trifecta.

■ Wallan's Ruth and Chris Shinn snared the 2180 metre Jet Roofing Pace with 4Y0 Rock N Roll Heaven-Shes Pinkalicious mare Bellissima.

Settling three back in the moving line from gate five as Gigis Grinner exploded to the lead from outside the front line, Chris wasted no time in sending Bellissima forward to race exposed and dictate the terms of the race.

Cruising to the front prior to the home turn, Bellissima greeted the judge 13.1 metres clear of Rose Cooper (five wide home turn from last), with Charisma King (one/two - three wide at bell) third 1.2 metres away. The mile rate 202.1.

■ Whittlesea octogenarian Charlie Farrugia's lightly raced 10Y0 Aldebaran Yankee-Tip Top Winner gelding Tip Top Grandpa was an upset winner of the Claire Weston Photography Trotters Mobile over 2180 metres.

Driven as usual by grandson Darren Zahra, Tip Top Grandpa eased away from four back the markers to raced exposed outside the long odds-on favourite Electrojet for the final circuit and outstayed her to win by a half head in a thrilling finish returning a mile rate of 2-05.2.

Allanon which trailed the leader, easing three wide on turning was third 1.1 metres back.

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with Len Baker Robbie Walters and stable reinsman Jack Laugher brought up three wins in succession with 4Y0 Sportswriter-Madam Lily mare Madame Annie to take The Bendigo Club Pace over 2180 metres. After trailing the poleline leader First And Erst from inside the second line, Madame Annie using the sprint lane was able to blouse the hot favourite Arabella Star which raced in the open for the last half of the journey by 1.2 metres in a rate of 2-03.5. First And Erst held down third 2 metres away.

■ Maree and John Caldow's highly promising Bacardi Lindy-Titillate filly Tipsy Turvy made it two from two when a decisive victor of the C and M Build Group 2Y0 and 3Y0 Trotters Handicap over 2150 metres. Coming from 10 metres, Tipsy Turvy despite racing in the open for the first half, raced to the front at the bell and defied all challengers to register a strong 8.7 metre margin over Jahbella which trailed for the last lap after leading. Thirty metre backmarker Jade Nien was third 3.9 metres back after moving to race exposed at the bell. The mile rate 2-07.3.

At Mildura ■ At Mildura on Friday, both Reece Moore and Andrew Vozlic snared doubles – Moore training and driving both Artegra and Fighter to success and Vozlic doing the same with Loorrim Lake and Ohoka Diesel in their respective races.

Doubled Day ■ Wednesday was double day with Stawell racing in the afternoon and Shepparton at night.

Horsham's Aaron Dunn took the honours at Stawell following the victories of Somebeachsomewhere-Without Guile colt Bondi Lockdown in the Sign Online 2Y0 Maiden Pace over 1785 metres and 5Y0 Western IdealForest Bliss gelding Vanity Bay in the Renown Silverware Pace over 2180 metres.

Bondi Lockdown a heavily supported favourite, was given a sweet one/one trip from gate four, but raced a little green when eased three wide on the final bend as the leader Bonnie Belle kicked away looking home. Once balanced on straightening, Bondi Lockdown showed a great turn of speed to record a runaway 1.7 metre margin over the pacemaker returning a mile rate of 1-57.1. October Reign (four back the markers) ran home along the sprint lane to be third 9 metres away.

Vanity Bay led throughout from gate two to register a fighting half neck victory from the consistent Pur Dan which raced exposed for the last half of the race, with Abstractor a neck away third after trailing the winner and using the sprint lane. The mile rate 1-59.7.

■ It was a great day for Hamilton's Barker family at Stawell, with Jackie Barker combining with Heywood's Bec East aboard 4Y0 Western Terror-Tinted Pearl mare Tinge Of Fear to land the Rayner's Fruit & Veg Pace over 2180 metres and father Rodney scoring with 6Y0 Big JimScentiment mare MissAtlanta in the 1785 metre Gateway Security Pace for Octogenarian father Jim. Tinge Of Fear (one/three) ran home best of a three wide trail last lap on the back of Keayang Shady to blouse her by a head in a rate of 2-00.6 which would have given Aaron Dunn a treble for the afternoon.

Beekeacee was third 7.5 metres back after racing uncovered. Miss Atlanta led throughout from gate four to account for Joy Mac (one/ one) which moved three wide approaching the home turn and Sport Dreamer who raced uncovered. The margins 4.6 by 2 metres in a rate of 2-01.5.

■ Western District (Scotts Creek) duo Anthony (trainer) and Xavier (driver) O'Connor scored a tough victory with home bred Shadow Play-Roman Abbey mare Abbey Fields in the Shelton & Lane Printers Pace over 1785 metres. Racing the entire trip in the open from gate four, Abbey Fields kept on giving in the straight to record a nose margin in a tricky finish from Corporal Bill (one/one) and Old Farm Way which used the sprint lane off the back of the weakening leader Tuesdays Edition finishing 1.8 metres away. The mile rate 1-59.4.

■ At Shepparton, Monegeetta reinsman David Miles continued his great season by driving a double - First starter Billynjed for Rockbank trainer Glen Davies in the 1680 metre Central Tyre Service Maiden Pace and Flyin First Class for father Marty in the Guardline Security Services 3Y0 & Older Maiden Trotters Mobile over 2190 metres.

Billynjed a 4Y0 Major Bronski-Essmarelda Lombo gelding was restrained from outside the front line to possie mid-field in the running line and after going forward three wide approaching the final bend, ran home best to prevail by a head at odds of $45.00 from the leader Midnight Queen, with Clever Cowboy third a head away off a one/one trip. The mile rate 1-59.6. Flyin First Class a home bred Caribbean Blaster-Flyin Indi Air filly finished with a wet sail from midfield to register a half neck margin over Kyvalley Surfergirl in a rate of 2-06.4. Antigonus was third 2 metres back.

■ Shepparton (Bunbartha) trainer/driver Matt Newberry snared the 1690 metre Hunter Rural 3Y0 Maiden Pace with Mr Feelgood-Chasing Chelsea gelding After The Chase in a mile rate of 1-59.5. Raced by the Newberry family (John, Maree and Matt), After The Chase began fast from outside the front line, electing to trail the poleline pacemaker Wandana Debspread after an unsuccessful bid for the lead. Using the sprint lane, After The Chase hit the wire a head clear of the hot favourite Rueslan which raced exposed, with Rocks Can Roll (three back the markers) third 3.5 metres away after angling wide in the straight.

Sulky Snippets This Week

■ Wednesday - Bendigo/Terang, Thursday - Echuca, Friday - Mildura/Melton, Saturday - Bendigo, Sunday - Cranbourne, Monday Maryborough, Tuesday - Shepparton.

Horses to follow

■ Safe Jewels, Keayang Shady, Dances, Tiwanaku, Machstique, Hanging On A Dream, Deadly Assassin, Alice Kay.

Emmett and Richard Brosnan also had a great night as Majestic Son-A Touch Of Sun filly Homonym driven by Emmett outstayed her rivals to land the Decoglaze 3Y0 Trotters Handicap over 2200 metres. Coming from 10 metres, Homonym raced outside the leader Sierra Kea to prevail by a half head from Aldebaran Knox (one/one) and Countess Chiron which trailed the leader getting an inside run in the shadows of the post to finish 1.3 metres away. The mile rate 2-04.8.

■ Lawrence trainer Ken Whelan combined with Ararat’s Michael Bellman aboard honest Artiscape-Glory Glory 6Y0 gelding Aristocra Chester to take the Ferndale Confectionary Pace over 2200 metres in a mile rate of 2-01.3. Taken back to the rear of the field from outside the front line, Aristocrat Chester raced by Ken and wife Merna was able to latch to the back of Magic Cruiser ahead of him for a great ride home in the final circuit. Easing wide on turning, Aristocrat Chester sprinted like a gazelle half way up the running to record a runaway 4.5 metre margin over the pacemaker Atego Shades, with Magic Cruiser a head away third. Michael Bellman is a most underrated reinsman and usually gives his drives every opportunity.

More multiples

■ More multiples were the order of the night a Tabcorp Park Melton on Friday with Koo Wee ■ Mulitple winners seemed to be the order of Rup concessional reinsman Kyal Costello and the week and at Ballarat on Thursday, young Toolern Vale trainer/driver John Justice each reinsman Connor Clarke chalked up a treble at chalking up a treble.

It was a night to remember for the youthful his home track Bray Raceway.

Ultra consistent Village Jolt-Isabelle Costello who scored on Radical Major for Delacour gelding Monsieur Delacour bred, Plumpton trainer Mario Azzopardi, Charisma raced and trained by father Stephen was the King for Croydon's Peter Peacock and Delightfirst to arrive, taking the TAB Long May We ful Jazz for Freddy Taiba of Sunbury. Radical Play 3Y0 Pace over 1710 metres. Quickly away Major a 3Y0 Art Major-Radical Storm colt led from inside the second line to possie four back throughout from gate two in the in the 1720 metre in the moving line as Execution Oro obtained Woodlands Stud Pace, accounting for the lead, Monsieur Delacour trailed Float On By forward three wide in the final circuit and Yoursnmine which trailed, with Crafty Ole Fox finished all over the top of his rivals to score by third after following the pair. The margins 7.7 X 2.3 metres (his 5th for the season) from Execu- 1.2 metres in a rate of 1-55.1. tion Oro in a rate of 1-56.2. Spacewriter (one/ ■ Five year old gelding Charisma King (Justanotherpoorboy-Shes Limited) was given one) was third 9.7 metres back.

Next to come along was in-form 4Y0 Ameri- a beaut passage from the pole in the Breckon can Ideal-Diamonds N Gold gelding Yankee Farms Maiden Pace over 1720 metres trailing Gold in the 2200 metre Easy Waste Pace. the pacemaker Valley Of Terror (gate three) Trained at Bannockburn by Emmett and Rich- before easing away from the inside on turning to ard Brosnan, Yankee Gold was sent forward register a 3.4 metre margin over the leader, with from the extreme draw to park outside the leader Dads My Hero third 6.8 metres away. The mile Pride Lands mid-race. Applying the pressure in rate 1-58. the last lap, Yankee Gold raced clear prior to the home turn and held a margin all the way up ■ It's been a long time between drinks for Peter the running to register a strong 2.5 metre victory Peacock who would have been elated with the in advance of Village Voice (one/two) and Amore victory. Delightful Jazz a 4Y0 daughter of BetRock (one/one) who was 2 metres back. The tors Delight and Hotinthecitytonite from the pole mile rate 1-58.3. trailed the leader and stablemate Our Road To ■ Emma Stewart's long odds-on favourite 5Y0 Mecca drawn next door in the 2240 metre TAB entire American Alli (American Ideal-Beris Long May We Play Pace before gaining an inHolmes) put the icing on the cake when suc- side passage close to the wire to score by a head cessful in the Flying Horse Entertainmant Venue from Sahara Tiger out wide from mid-field in a Pace over 2200 metres, leading virtually through- mile rate of 1-59.2, with Off The Radar also out from gate four to defeat Morvah (one/one) by 2.1 metres in 1-56.8. Horratio was third 2.8 metres using the sprint lane from three back the markback after following the runner up all the way. ers for third 1.8 metres back.

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FOR SALE

BALINESE primitive style carved wooden coffee table, 1970s. Dark distressed wood, carved all over with repeating patterns of a figure with upstretched arms. Square top, Four drawers one each side. 45 cms high, 80 cms wide, 80 cms deep. In very sound condition. Good vintage condition. $180. Yea. 0428 397 219 BRASS double bed, white with porcelain inserts, rails, almost new mattress and base.

Reproduction antique in good condition. $220.

Yea. 0428 397 219 CHAIR, Edwardian Oak with arms, curved back and hand sewn tapestry seat. Good antique condition. $90. Yea. 0428 397 219 CLOTHES DRYER, white, New World. Older, but works well. Has been in holiday home.

Currently mounted on brackets above the washing machine. Buyer to remove. Older. works well, has some spots of missing paint on the bottom panel. $5. Yea. 0428 397 219 DRESSING TABLE, Edwardian Gentleman's, Solid Mahogany. Unusual and larger than is usually the case - 176 cm h. x 120 cm w. x 60 cm d. Original, with solid brass drawer pulls.

McCRACKEN - Kathleen. The President, Com- Two drawers on either side of the mirror. Lots mittee and Members of Yea-Kinglake RSL re- of lovely turning. From an old home in Yea gret the passing of our respected member, and district. Good antique condition. $590. Yea. Legacy widow, Kathleen on July 28, 2020. Kath 0428 397 219 will be remembered for her generous support JUMBUK BBQ B142 Compact 2 Burner with to Veterans' and their widows. Our condolences hood, Used 3 times. VGC. $25. Whittlesea.

0412 541 380 to the family.

MORAN Action tan leather recliners, pair, very light action and lovely condition. Top grade WANTED TO BUY Howe leather. Excellent. $800. Yea. 0428 397 Catcher for old MTD push moter lawn mower 219 or whole item.

MYER 1960 Heritage bedroom suite, 8 pcs, O408 550 639 solid Tasmanian Myrtle, EC. Fred Ward era: Dressing table with mirror, Bedside table, Two WANTED TO BUY wardrobes, one fitted, one hanging space.

Records, cassettes, CDs, 60s to 80s. Cash paid, Original Myer Heritage badges attached. Cabiwill collect, take the lot. Phone John. net with side-by-side bookshelf.

0414 936 784 Double bedhead/bedfoot with rails. Fan-shaped magazine rack. Comes with as new mattress.

WANTED DATSUN SKYLINE New glass on bedside table and dressing table.

1973 to 1989.Datsun 240k , Skyline C210 , You will never again find a suite so complete R30 , R31 Ti. Any condition. Pay Cash. and in such beautiful condition. EC. $3.000.

Ph. 0422 076 298 Yea. 0428 397 219 TESSA chocolate brown leather T21 Lowen FOR SALE lounge suite, 2 seater, 2 swivel singles + FREE ADS of up to 40 words ($40 value) are CT136 coffee table. Tasmanian blackwood. available to private parties (non-commercial) Designed by Fred Lowen EC. Great vintage to sell goods of any value. condition. $3200. Yea. 0428 397 219 Go to the www.LocalPaper.com.au website TRAILER, 6 x 4. Recently rewired. Tailgate and complete the form under the ‘Free Ads’ needs welding. Sound, newly rewired, tailgate needs welding. $200. Yea. 0428 397 219 section.

All free ads are published subject to the sole WALNUT double bed with mother-of-pearl inlay, Federation/Edwardian. With rails. PC.Near discretion of the Editor. new double mattress available for $200 extra Free Ads are not accepted by phone. if required. Excellent antique condition. $650 ANTIQUE occasional/side table, octagonal top, District Name where goods are for sale. Smiths with turned legs. Wood appears to be cedar - Gully. 0428 397 219 very close grained and red. Octagonal, 40 cm PUBLIC NOTICES high, 45 cm diameter. Turned legs, attached like a tripod. Good antique condition. $90. Yea 0428 397 219.

ANTIQUE Solid Tasmanian Huon Pine 3/4 bed, large birdseye panels,rails,luxury mattress. Extremely heavy, dense wood, with exceptional bird's eye burr pattern. Custom made unused mattress, top grade. Good antique condition. $1750. Smiths Gully. 0428 397 219.

BALINESE oil painting,"Ramayana," miniature quality, 36 x 45 cm. EC. Framed by Jarmans in Hawthorn, gold scrolly frame. Painted with brush with several hairs. Good vintage condition. $150. Yea. 0428 397 219.

BALINESE oil painting, very large, traditional pattern in green tones:"Sacred Bali." 88 x 67cms in narrow frame. I collected this from Ubud when I went there for the funeral of the King in 1975. This is in a frame. Good vintage condition. $125. Yea. 0428 397 219 McCRACKEN - Kathleen 28.09.1921 - 28.07.2020 Beloved wife of Stuart (dec.).

Eldest daughter of John and Doreen Quinlan (both dec) Loving sister of Jack, Mary, Pat, Frank, Bernard (all dec.), Tim, Laurence and their respective families.

Lovingly remembered.

Funeral to be held Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 1.00pm. See website for livestreaming link.

Deadline: 5pm Monday

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