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■ LOCAL BUSINESSES have expressed anger and frustration at the latest five-day COVID lockdown, due to conclude at 11.59pm Wednesday (Feb. 17). The lockdown was announced on Friday (Feb. 12) by Premier Daniel Andrews after a number of new Coronavirus cases were reported in Melbourne.

■ Police have arrested a 52-year-old Malvern man after a laser was allegedly pointed at the Police helicopter. Members of the Air Wing directed ground crews to an address in Royston St, Malvern after their aircraft was targeted. Units attended the address and the man was arrested . He is expected to be summonsed for endangering the safe operation of an aircraft.

St Kilda lewd act ■ Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance to help them identify a man who exposed himself while travelling on a tram in St Kilda. The unknown man was on board a tram along route 12 about 6.40pm on January 14 when he repositioned himself to face a victim who had just boarded the tram. The man then proceeded to expose himself. ● Turn To Page 5

● Victorian Premier Dan Andrews at the weekend’s media conference.

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Restaurants across the Peninsula-Frankston-Greater Dandenong region were forced to close ahead of what was to be one of the busiest trading weekends of the year. Thousands of bookings for Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day events had to be cancelled. Florists and gift shops were hoping for a big trading weekend for Valentine’s Day, but had to close on Friday night. Eateries across Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula were forced to throw out millions of dollars of food. Restau-rateurs said the snap decision to introduce the restrictions last Friday meant that they did not even had time to give the food away. The story was the same for florists who were left with thousands of dollars of fresh flowers unsold. “Today is Groundhog Day for Victorian businesses who are feeling deeply frustrated about the current COVID-19

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BusEd at Glen Eira ■ Registrations are now open for the first intake of Glen Eira City Council’s BusEd Program for 2021. The Program, which is run in partnership with Monash and Swinburne Universities, Holmesglen Institute and Victorian Institute of Technology, provides Glen Eira businesses the opportunity to access the skills of students to help support their digital development. This year will be the first time that students from the Victorian Institute of Technology participate in the Program, further expanding the range and scope of projects that businesses can undertake. Glen Eira Mayor Cr Margaret Esakoff said in 2020, more than 70 local businesses worked collaboratively with IT student teams to develop customised websites, databases and software. “The Program helped businesses create or update their online presence, develop new ways of interacting with customers, sell their products online and streamline their

Hotspot ■ The fruit and vegetables section, and the female toilets, at Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne, have been named by the Health Department as COVID public exposure sites.

● Cr Margaret Esakoff information management and business processes,” she said. “Through these projects, students had the opportunity to apply their knowledge to a real business challenge and work with a real client.” There is no cost for business owners to participate in the BusED Program, however they will need to invest some time to gain the best possible outcome. For further information, contact Council’s BusEd Program coordinator on 03 9524 3333, email cityfutures@gleneira.vic.gov.au or visit the BusED Program webpage.

The Whip Our Spy in Parliament

Parliament back?

■ State Parliament is due back TuesdayWednesday-Thursday (Feb. 16-17-18) for its second sitting week, but who knows what impact the sudden five-day lockdown will have on House arrangements?

Athletics support

■ Earlier this month, Louise Staley (MLA, Ripon, Liberal) told of the impact that COVID was having on Little Athletics across the state. “Last night I was contacted by a parent of a Little Aths participant in Ripon to tell me that the regional meets had been cancelled, and the reason they have been cancelled is that Little Athletics Victoria is unable to get a permit from the government to hold these events. “Now, I went to the Little Aths website, and they have a statement on the website. They have said: “advice suggested this process would take 4–6 weeks”. “Well, it is apparent to them that the process is now taking 10 weeks. This is entirely typical of this Government. The level of incompetence when it comes to actually implementing their plans in terms of COVID-safe plans or other aspects of this pandemic’s management is wholly flawed, and now we have Little Aths at the regional level cancelled. “I spoke to Paul Cleary, who is a coach for Little Aths in Ballarat. He told me he had 19 kids there last night in Ballarat just in his group, and he had a little nine-year-old girl crying because they had missed last year and they understood that, but to miss again this year—totally unacceptable. This Government has failed these kids again, and it is completely unacceptable,” Ms Staley said.

Tribute to Paul

■ Bridget Vallence (MLA, Evelyn, Liberal) took time in State Parliament this month to pay tribute to the life of Paul Payne, who was known widely in Victoria. “t is with a heavy heart I rise to pay tribute to Paul Payne. Our community was saddened to hear of the loss of Paul Payne after his recent illness in December 2020. “Paul was the president of the Lilydale RSL after having in his earlier life a distinguished 20-year career in the Royal Australian Navy. Paul loved his sports too and was a board member of the Eastern Football Netball League, a life member of the Coldstream Football and Netball Club and a life member of the Coldstream Sporting Club. “Paul was a loving husband, dad and grandfather, an extremely valued member of our local community and generally an allround great bloke. Everyone knew Paul as a gruff but wonderfully kind-hearted, hardworking, dedicated community member. “He was a quiet achiever, always willing to help, and was central to many successful local campaigns, obtaining funding to upgrade Coldstream sporting acilities and community facilities “Paul will be dearly missed in the Coldstream and Lilydale communities, and I extend my deepest sympathies to his wife, Jo; children Bec, Vanessa, Matt, Chris and Catherine; his grandchildren; and the Lilydale RSL sub-branch and the Coldstream football club,” Ms Vallence said.

Famous last words ■ Williamstown MLA Melissa Horne has learned that a week is a long time in politics. On February 3, she told Parliament: “This year has started so positively for so many families in my electorate of Williamstown. As we come away from 2020 and look to rebuilding our great state in 2021, I am thrilled to see my community come back to life.” Then came the latest lockdown.

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There is sadness for small business operators - through no fault of their own - become tagged as a ‘public exposure site’, because a COVID-infected person has briefly visited their location. The branding is a potential business killer for all time. There is sympathy for a business in the inner south-east that was named at the weekend: Alberton Café in Albert Park had visits from 8.50am-10.10am on Tuesday (Feb. 9) last week, and from 9am-101.5am on Thursday (Feb. 11).

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Local lockdown anger South-East public exposure sites

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Local Briefs Malvern query

■ Malvern MLA Michael O’Brien is pushing the State Government over local hospital lists. “My question is to the Minister for Health. Minister, Amanda is suffering severe neck and lower back pain from a degenerative disc. “She has been on a waitlist to see a neurosurgeon at Monash Health for six years and is taking antiinflammatory medication and painkillers daily. “Minister, how much longer will Victorians like Amanda have to wait for your government to fix this hospital waiting list crisis?” Mr O’Brien asked.

Bayside Sports

● Naomi Senercioglu, one of the Kingston Award nominees The third annual Kingston Woman of the Year Award will be presented at Kingston’s International Women’s Day ceremony on Friday, March 5 at the Kingston City Hall, Moorabbin. The 24 nominees (in first name alphabetical order are Arna O’Connell, Bronwyn Currie, Cindy Rella, Cristina Karvonidis, Donna foreman, Jane Brinkley, Janine Bell, Jill Jeanes, Joan Bradd, Krelly Ann Herat, Kerry Susan Drake, Laura Russell, Leah Greenbaum, Lisa Maxwell Cripps, Louise Pritchard Nicholson, Marley Hatton, Megan King, Miko Morell, Naomi Semercioglu, Sharni Janson, Simone Hardham, Sue Pattinson, Tara Rajkumar and Vanessa Herdia.

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The work of local Rotary clubs has been mentioned in State Parliament by Brighton MLA James Newbury: “Rotary has an incredibly positive impact on our community and is part of the fabric of Bayside. To celebrate 100 years of Rotary in Australia, members of the Brighton and Brighton North clubs held a free sausage sizzle at North Point and then a fellowship event at Middle Brighton Baths. Congratulations to presidents Robert Ward and Peter Killey on hosting such wonderful events.”

● Jeroen Weimar, Testing Commander on Saturday. ■ Public exposure across Melbourne’s South-East have been listed by the Department of Health and Human Services: ■ Brighton. North Point Cafe. 2B North Rd. ■ Brandon Park. Kmart. Cnr Springvale and Ferntree Gully Rds. ■ Clayton South. Nakama Workshop. 85 Main Rd. ■ Glen Waverley. Commonwealth Bank. 2832 Kingsway. ■ Glen Waverley. HSBC Bank. 38 Kingsway. ■ Heatherton. Melbourne Golf Academy. 385 Centre Dandenong Rd. ■ Keysborough. Aces Sporting Club (driving Range). Cnr Springvale Rd and Hutton Rds. ■ Keysborough. Kmart. Parkmore Keysborough Shopping Centre. C/317 Cheltenham Rd. ■ Moorabbin Airport. Lululemon. DFO Moorabbin. Shop G-039/250 Centre Dandenong Rd. ■ Noble Park. Club Noble. 46/56 Moodemere St. ■ Springvale. Bunnings. 849 Princes Hwy. ■ Springvale. Coles. 825 Dandenong Rd. ■ Springvale. Sharetea. 27C Buckingham Ave. ■ Springvale. Woolworths. 302 Springvale Rd.

● Professor Brett Sutton, Victorian Chief Health Officer. “The hotel quarantine system needs an urgent redesign. There are a range of solutions that shouldbe on the table, and Australia should be getting our best and brightest minds on to this task immediately,” Mr Guerra said. Kate Carnell, Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, said the Victorian Government needs to urgently compensate small businesses forced to close their doors on one of the busiest holidays of the year. “Small businesses such as florists and restaurants currently have their storage rooms packed with supplies, ahead of what they thought would be one of their busiest trading days of the year,” Ms Carnell said. “Unfortunately, this snap lockdown means thousands of Victorian small businesses need to shut up shop for five days without any notice. “It is for this reason the Victorian Government needs to immediately announce a compensation package for affected small businesses who have lost stock such as flowers and food. “The compensation should also cover all other costs associated with running a business including staff wages and rent. “It is impossible for small businesses to plan for sudden lockdowns and the timing of this one – coinciding with Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year celebrations - could not be worse. “Victorian restaurant owners are understandably frustrated, given this lockdown announcement came just hours after their additional supplies were delivered. Many were fully-booked all weekend,” Ms Carnell said.

Woman nabbed at St Kilda ● David Southwick, Caulfield MLA Caulfield MLA David Southwick has asked the Minister for Corrections about Victorians ocked down in their homes for 111 days, with only one hour allowed outside for exercise for most of that time. “By contrast, Victoria’s 5000 sentenced prisoners have had almost 365 years taken off their sentences for doing what every other Victorian was compelled to do. Minister, why does your government treat prisoners better than law-abiding Victorians?”

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Leisure centres and golf courses within the City of Yarra have been closed in line with the State Government COVID lockdown requirements. At this stage it is proposed that venues will be able to reopen on Thursday (Fab. 18) however the Council will provide updates as soon as a reopening date has been confirmed.

■ A plucky resident has managed to slow down and detain a would-be burglar in St Kilda early Monday morning (Feb. 15). Investigators have been told a 19-year-old woman woke to hear movement in her residence about 11.50pm Sunday (Feb. 14). She initially thought it was one of her dogs moving, but when she heard the dog growl she decided to investigate further. She got out of bed and went to her lounge room where she was confronted by a woman. The victim attempted to call Police but as she did so the woman attempted to flee the premises by smashing a window on the front door. This was unsuccessful and the woman then made a run for the back door. The teen grabbed her and a scuffle ensued. As the scuffle went on the victim managed to grab the offender around the legs, slowing her down. Eventually the offender managed to free herself and make her way outside where she was duly arrested by arriving police. A 43-year-old woman from Footscray was placed in custody and was assisting Police with their enquires when this edition of The Local Paper went to press.

■ James Newbury, Brighton MLA, has this month spoken in State Parliament about the success of the Community Sports Day. “Thank you to all of the sports clubs involved in hosting the recent Bayside Community Sports Day. Hundreds of children had a terrific day. “Thank you to Bayside Hockey Club, Black Rock Sports Club, Sandringham Life Saving Club and East Sandringham Cricket Club. A big congratulations to Rachel Black, Bayside Hockey president, for overseeing the wonderful event,” Mr Newbury said.

4 local reps sought ■ Four community representatives are being sought to participate in theGlen Eira Council’s Community Engagement Advisory Committee, which provides leadership and advice . The Committee consists of three councillors, with four community members who live, work, play, study, visit, or invest in the City of Glen Eira. The term of the Committee is two years and meetings are held approximately four times per year. Those interested in becoming a Committee member, should visit Glen Eira City’s Community Engagement Advisory Committee page. Applications close 5pm, Monday, March 1.

Renew Fitzroy St ■ The City of Port Phillip’s first Renew Fitzroy St tenants have been handed the keys to their new shop fronts. Renew Fitzroy Street is a retail pilot program aimed at revitalising St Kilda's Fitzroy St by filling commercial vacancies with artists, makers and social enterprises. Successful applicants are offered a vacant retail space where they can bring their creative ideas to life. As well as supporting local creatives, the project also aims to drive additional foot traffic to Fitzroy St and support existing traders in the precinct. City of Port Phillip has partnered with Renew Australia and Fitzroy Street Business Association to empower these creative enterprises to have visible space in an iconic Melbourne location. Four businesses have been selected. “We believe [they]will thrive through this incubator style program. Expressions of interest remain open, and we can’t wait to introduce you to new businesses as the project continues to grow,” said a Council representative.

Live music push Local News Hampton ‘win’

■ Brighton MLA James Newbury says the opening of the safety-enhanced Grenville St pedestrian rail crossing in Hampton meant r collective voices were heard. “Every petition signature, every minute spent at a community meeting and every ounce of support all mattered. Stuart Worn, who has been a tireless advocate for the community around the crossing, deserves special acknowledgement,” Mr Newbury said.

■ The City of Port Phillip says it is doing what it can to support local artists and music lovers. “Our Live Love Local campaign is supporting economic recovery in Port Phillip by activating our spaces and neighbourhoods with live music and performances including a series of pop-up events showcasing our City's talent,” said a Council representative. “The 2021 St Kilda Festival was cancelled in August due to COVID-19 concerns, with the savings set aside for a number of economic and cultural recovery activities to help keep creative and cultural spirits alive until the festival can safely return. The first live music event was held on Saturday, January 30 in Dundas Reserve at Albert Park .

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Lewd act at St Kilda DISGUSTING BEHAVIOUR ON ROUTE 12 TRAM

■ Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance to help them identify a man who exposed himself while travelling on a tram in St Kilda. The unknown man was on board a tram along route 12 about 6.40pm on January 14 when he repositioned himself to face a victim who had just boarded the tram. The man then proceeded to expose himself while looking at the victim. Investigators have released a facial composite image of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries. He is perceived to be aged between 35-40 years old, has a medium build, with a patchy beard, short dark curly hair and a dishevelled appearance. He was wearing grey track pants, a matching grey jacket and a beige basketball jersey at the time. Anyone who recognises the man, or has information that could assist police with their enquiries, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

■ 'Feed Happiness' is a new social media campaign which aims to improve the mental health of young people and families in Melbourne's Southern Metropolitan region through food and healthy eating. Bringing together 19 organisations across Melbourne, the Feed Happiness campaign supports young people and families to choose healthier foods for good mental health. Feed Happiness provides support and resources to: ■ Increase nderstanding of the link between food and mood. ■ Identify which specific foods can support better mood (to make options easy) ■ Buildknowledge and motivation to prepare and eat healthy foods ■ Create a space for connecting within the community and on social media, to encourage sharing and discussions about the connections between mood and food.

Well done, Sam

● Police want to speak with this man.

$100,000 for Mayor ■ Stonnington Council Mayor Cr Kate Hely looks set to be paid an annual allowance of $100,434. But first, the Council wants to hear public opinion about the amount, and the idea of paying a $31,444 allowance to each Stonnington Councillor. Submissions are being invited on the Council’s proposal to determine allowances for the next four years subject to any change by the Victorian Independent Remuneration Tribunal. It is proposed that allowances be set at the level currently paid each year. Additionally, it is proposed that an amount equivalent to the superannuation guarantee contribution (currently 9.5 per cent) be paid to all Coiuncillors. Local residents should send their submissions by email or by post to They should be addressed to PO Box 58, Malvern by March 3.

Local Briefs Feed Happiness

■ Brighton MLA James Newbury has spoken in State Parliament about Sam Higgins. “Sam Higgins might have been born profoundly deaf and with cerebral palsy, but he is an incredible young man who was recently awarded Bayside Young Citizen of the Year,” Mr Newbury said. “With his mother, volunteers and the support of Firbank Grammar School, they run Allstars, a sporting program for disabled children. “Congratulations to Sam and the family— Paul, Emily, Maddie, Lucy and Hannah. You are an incredible team,” Mr Newbury said.

E. Bentleigh query

● Cr Kate Hely, Stonnington Council Mayor

Local economy turns: MP OAKLEIGH, GLEN HUNTLY, CLAYTON ■ The Oakleigh electorate’s local economy is starting to turn around after the COVID pandemic, says local MLA Steve Dimopoulos. “ In and around my community just this year work will start on the Glen Huntly Primary School upgrade and the Monash Freeway widening, the Mordialloc Freeway work will continue and the larger emergency department at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton and the brand-new Victorian Heart Hospital are both due for completion in 2022,” Mr Dimopoulos told the Legislative Assembly. “Work begins on the two Glen Huntly level crossing removals, stage 2 of the Oakleigh primary school upgrade, the South Oakleigh College upgrade and the Oakleigh South Primary School upgrade, and the work starts on the two pavilions at Lord Reserve and Koornang Park in Carnegie. “The redevelopment of Murrumbeena Park has already started, and there are early works on the Suburban Rail Loop and new stations at Clayton and Monash - all this and much, much more that will create jobs and services in my community,” Mr Dimopoulos said.

● Steve Dimopoulos, Oakleigh MLA

● Nick Staikos, Bentleigh MLA ■ In Parliament, Bentleigh MLA Nick Staikos has mentioned the planning for the East Bentleigh ambulance branch. “The action I seek is that the minister or his parliamentary secretary meet with local paramedics from the Bentleigh electorate. “I am very proud, as a member of the Andrews Labor Government, that upon coming to office back in 2014 we ended the war on our hardworking paramedics. “We funded more paramedics and achieved the best ambulance response times on record. I was also very proud that we took to the 2018 election a key election commitment, and that is to establish for the first time an ambulance branch in East Bentleigh in the Bentleigh electorate to further improve ambulance response times. “The planning is underway, and I am hopeful that we will finally be able to secure land for the new East Bentleigh ambulance branch sometime this year. “I am determined to ensure that we deliver on that key election commitment, which will benefit my electorate greatly. I ask that the minister visit my electorate to meet with local ambulance paramedics or indeed that his parliamentary secretary visit the electorate to meet with paramedics,” Mr Staikos told the Legislative Assembly.

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Local Politics Carrum question ■ Sonya Kilkenny, Carrum MLA, has lodged a query in State Parliament about the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System and what the final report will mean for residents in Carrum. “Before the 2018 election the Andrews Labor Government promised to hold a Royal Commission into Victoria’s mental health system. This was a signature election commitment,” Ms Kilkenny said. “The Royal Commission, the first of its kind in Australia, was established to provide practical and tangible ways for us to rebuild Victoria’s mental health system and also to play a major role in raising public awareness about mental health, encouraging people to seek help when they need it. “The Andrews Labor Government committed to implement and act on every single recommendation of the Royal Commission, including the commission’s interim recommendations, handed down in November 2019. “This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to put mental health in the spotlight, remove the stigma, talk openly about it and, crucially, learn from the lived experiences of Victorians. “Supporting the mental health of our young people will remain critical, particularly early intervention, because sometimes the most important help is the earliest help. “Last November I held an online youth mental health forum with Professor Patrick McGorry. It garnered a lot of interest in my electorate, particularly from young people, parents, school principals and teachers. “Mental health is such an important issue for all communities. Mental health covers every aspect of our lives, and for our young people they deserve every opportunity to grow into adulthood with good mental health. “They deserve every opportunity to live healthy, happy lives. “As a member of the Andrews Labor Government I am committed to keeping on talking about this issue and doing something about it, and I know this government is committed to the mental health and wellbeing of all Victorians. “This government is committed to fixing Victoria’s mental health system. I look forward to receiving the minister’s update about the important and life-changing work of the commission,” Ms Kilkenny said.

Bayside survey

■ Bayside City Council is this month conducting its annual Community Satisfaction Survey to help measure sentiment on a range of ervices and facilities as well as other issues of local concern. “We have engaged Metropolis Research to conduct the survey phone interview interviews to get your feedback on how we can improve our performance,” a Council representative said. “Researchers will be calling 700 randomly selected households, via landline and mobile, in Bayside to share their experiences. Participation is voluntary however we encourage you to have your say. “The survey involves a conversation to truly understand the issues that are important to Bayside residents. “ It measures residents’ satisfaction with overall performance, services and facilities, planning and development, customer service and planning for population growth, along with other issues. “Information obtained from the survey is used to help Council address areas where the community feels we could be performing better. “Last years’ results indicated that Bayside was performing above the state average in services including animal management, financial management, home and community care, libraries, maternal child health, food safety and roads. “This year’s results will be published in full on Council’s website,” the City said.

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Sex assault at Port WOMAN ATTACKED NEAR WESTGATE PARK ■ Sexual Crime Squad detectives have released a digitally generated image of a man as they investigate a sexual assault that occurred in Port Melbourne. Investigators have been told a woman was leaving a New Year’s Eve party when she was sexually assaulted by an unknown man just after 1am. The woman was walking easterly along Westgate Park, away from the Lorimer St and Sardine St intersection, at the time. The man then fled the area and was last seen running into Westgate Park. Detectives have released a digitally generated image of a man they believe could assist with their enquiries. He was perceived to be in his mid-20s to mid-30s, with shoulder length hair, a slim build and was wearing a black T-shirt and black jeans. Anyone who recognises the man, or has information that could assist Police with their enquiries is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

● Police want to speak with this man.

● James Newbury, Brighton MLA.

Affray at Batman Park ■ Police have charged six people after an alleged affray in Batman Park, Melbourne CBD, on Friday night (Feb. 12). Investigators have been told a group of people were walking through the park when they were approached by a second group about 10pm. A male from the second group grabbed a backpack off one of the other men. When the man attempted to retrieve his backpack he was allegedly assaulted and a brawl broke out between the groups. Two men who were passing by attempted to break up the affray and were also assaulted. Police were called and discovered five injured males, two of which were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers located a group of six males and one female nearby a short time later. One male was taken to hospital under Police guard while the others were arrested. An 18-year-old man from Rockbank has been charged with affray and bail offences and remanded to face Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (Feb. 17). A 19-year-old female from Fitzroy has been charged with affray and bail offences and werre remanded to face Melbourne Magistrates’

■ Kate Stewart, one of Bayside’s artists, exhibiting at Bayside Local at Bayside Gallery, Brighton. After a successful career as a specialist magazine editor in architecture and design, Kate Stewart walked away from the corporate world and, at the age of 40, pursued her passion in the arts by enrolling in a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Victorian College of the Arts, where she was awarded the Fiona Myer Award for Painting on graduation. Kate’s arts practice is informed by a range of interests, her recent output is in the form of layered assemblages of translucent panels using photography, digital drawings and paintings.

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What’s on at Hampton? ■ What investment has the Andrews Labor Government ever committed for major capital works at Hampton Primary School, parliamentarian James Newbury has asked. “As Hampton has grown quickly over the last decade, so too has the school population. There are 625 students there. The school and the local community need community space, and the school has developed a plan to build a multipurpose netball facility that can serve as a sporting hub, a school meeting place and a community facility. “It is time for Labor to stop ignoring Hampton Primary School,” Mr Newbury said. “Hampton Primary School is an incredible school that has been teaching our local children since 1913. In many ways the school is not only the centre of Hampton, it is also its heart.”

Local Briefs Kate at Bayside

Court on Monday (Feb. 15) as this edition of The Local Paper went to press. A 17-year-old male from Tullamarine has been charged with affray and bail offences. Two 15-year-old males from Southbank and Heidelberg Heights have been charged with affray and bailed to face a childrens court at a later date. A 17-year-old female from Rockbank was interviewed and has been released pending further enquiries. A 16-year old male from Albion was charged with affray and possess cocaine and bailed to a face a children's court at a later date.

■ The transformation of the clubhouse at Chadwick Reserve is set to begin soon after Kingston Council approved a $3.2 million contract to build a new sporting pavilion and other improvements. The new pavilion is part of Stage 2 of the redevelopment of Chadwick Reserve’s sporting and recreational facilities which will also include a new playground, upgrades to the BMX track, a basketball half-court, new pathways and landscaping and drainage work. Stage 1 works to create new sporting fields, sports lighting and landscaping were completed last year. Kingston Mayor Cr Steve Staikos said the Chadwick Reserve sporting upgrades were crucial to meet growing demands for junior AFL and cricket facilities. “This is a community that loves its sport and the existing aging facilities at Chadwick Reserve just didn’t meet their needs,” said Cr Staikos. “Last year we were able to provide the clubs that use the site with some fantastic new playing fields and sport lighting and very soon they will also have a terrific new fit-forpurpose pavilion.” Initial works to upgrade the playground and BMX track as well as installing new fencing, pathways, and landscaping and drainage works will start from this month. Council has also given the green light for work to start on the renewal and upgrade of the popular Dolamore Athletics Track and facilities in Mentone. The $1.2 million improvements will include track resurfacing, improvements to the base and minor track widening to make it safer for athletes. “We are focused on inspiring greater involvement and participation in local sport across Kingston, and these two projects will ensure that the city’s sporting infrastructure benefits our growing community for years to come,” said Cr Staikos

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■ Bayside Council is hosting a virtual Q&A session to answer questions about the City’s proposed Local Law. The session is planned for 6pm on Thursday (Feb. 18). This is an information session to helpthe community understand proposed changes and how they may affect them. The proposed Local Law was drafted in response to community feedback and legal advice. Major changes include: ■ A smoke-free foreshore and alcohol-free zone at Red Bluff Cliffs ■ Preventing long-term parking of boats, trailers and caravans on Council roads ■ Stronger environmental and amenity protection requirements for building sites ■ Permits to fly drones over Council land ■ Preventing abandoned shopping trolleys ■ Permits for share bike and/or e-scooter schemes ■ Permits for advertising signs and mobile billboards ■ Guidelines for planting on nature strips The session is intended to be streamed live on the Have Your Say website from 6pm on Thursday. A video recording and summary will be published on the project page following the session. Consultation on the proposed Local Law is open until 5pm on March 1.

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Local Theatre Shows ■ Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: Love Letters by A. R. Gurney, Until February 20 at The Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St., Geelong West. Director: Darylin Ramondo. Bookings: 1300 251 200 geelongartscentre.org.au ■ Malvern Theatre Company: Any Given Monday by Bruce Graham, Until February 27. A hybrid production presented online and at Malvern Theatre, 29 Burke Rd., Malvern. Director: Loretta Bishop. Bookings: 1300 131 552 or https://aumalverntc.sales. ticketsearch.com ■ The 1812 Theatre Ltd: War of the Worlds by Howard E Koch. Until March 6 at 3 Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Director: Pip Le Blond. Bookings: www.1812theatre.com.au 97583964 ■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Love, Loss and What I Wore by Delia and Nora Ephron. February 18 - 28 at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Rd., Parkdale. Director: Barbara Crawford. Bookings: 9587 5141 or online at www.trybooking.com/BOGVT ■ Playhouse Players Incorporated: No Time On February 18 - 27 at the Rentoul Theatre, 16 Livingstone Close, off Elgar Rd., Burwood. Director: Graeme McCoubrie. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/BHPAE or www.playhouseplayers.org.au ■ Off the Leash Theatre with Teeth: Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay-Abaire, February 25 - 28 at the West Gippsland Arts Centre, Cnr Smith and Albert Sts., Warragul. Director: Annette O'Shea. Bookings: https:// sales.wgac.com.au/event/379:2058/ ■ Eltham Little Theatre: The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke by C. J. Dennis. February 26 - March 13 at the Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Rd., Research. Director: Brad Buckingham. Bookings: www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au ■ Skin of Our Teeth Theatre Company: Love. Labours. Won - Or Much Ado About Nothing … (by William Shakespeare, adapted by Emma Louise Watson) March 5 - 15 at Waurn Ponds Hall, 225 Waurn Ponds Drive, Waurn Ponds. Director: Emma Louise Watson. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/ BMVNJ ■ Encore Theatre Inc: Lord Arthur Savile's Crime by Constance Cox. March 12 - 27 at the Clayton Theatrette, 9-15 Cooke St., Clayton. Director: Richard Burman. Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/BOIMR or 1300 739 099

Auditions ■ Essendon Theatre Company: Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller. February 24, 28 and March 6 at the Bradshaw Street Community Hall, Bradshaw St., West Essendon. Directors: Michele Haywood and Nicola Taylor. Audition bookings essential. Email: michwood@bigpond.com or nicola_taylor4 @yahoo.com.au ■ Peridot Theatre: Curtain Up! (by Peter Quilter) April 18 and 19 at Unicorn Theatre, Mt Waverley Secondary College, Lechte Rd., Mt Waverley. Director: John Jennings. Audition bookings: john.jennings@live.com.au or 0419570081

Cancellations ■ Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group (STAG) regretfully announced cancellation of last week's performances of Fool for Love due to a cast member having visited a recent COVID exposure site identified by the Victorian Government.All relevant protocols have been followed regarding testing and isolation. At the time of going to press, the STAG Committee was planning to meet to determine whether Fool For Love will be postponed or cancelled. For updated details visit stagtheatre.org - Cheryl Threadgold

Showbiz Briefs New at Ballarat ■ Kris Kroemeris leaving Power FM Breakfast in Ballarat, and will be replaced by a newlineup of Josh Arthur and Maddie Jarosz.

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SENTIMENTAL BLOKE

● Timothy Camilleri (left), Rachel Enders and Don Nicholson in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke opening February 26 in Eltham. ■ Eltham Little Theatre presents a stage ad- regains the love of Doreen. aptation of C.J. Dennis's The Songs of a SentiHe becomes a better man as we see his mental Bloke for three weekends from February growth to a caring, happy family man, running a 26 at the Eltham Performing Arts Centre, Re- farm. search. Directed by Brad Buckingham, the small, Published in 1915 and the literary hit of its intimate show will be performed in the round. age, The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is a verse Seating levels are reduced and spread out in novel comprising fourteen interconnected long accordance with Covid-safety requirements. poems (the 'songs' of the title). Performance Season: February 26 - March The show starts with Bill, a rough ne'er-do- 13 (weekends) well, looking for something more in life than Venue: Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 drinking, gambling and fighting. Main Rd., Research The audience follows him through the fourBookings: www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au teen songs as he meets, falls for, loses and then - Cheryl Threadgold

BASIN THEATRE BOOK ■ The Basin Theatre Group celebrates their 65th anniversary with their history book The Basin Theatre: an Ongoing Production, to be launched by local Member of Parliament Jackson Taylor at 2pm on Sunday, February 28 at at The Basin Theatre. The company engaged James Nicolas to write the history, and James attended the 65th Anniversary Open Day in 2019 to talk with members and subscribers. During the course of his research, James also interviewed a cross-section of members, patrons and others in the community for their valuable contributions. As the book progressed, a small team of longterm members assisted with reading drafts, reviewing photos, putting names to faces and generally assisting James. The result is a splendid 162-page history book about The Basin Theatre Group from 1954 to 2019. Introductory pieces in the book include the Foreword written by Brian Amos, 'Setting the Scene' by Dr Cheryl Threadgold, and the Preface by Alison Minty. A complimentary COVID-safe afternoon tea will follow the launch. Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event for $27.50. A webbased shop for The Basin Theatre promotional items and the book will be launched soon. Event Details: Sunday, February 28 at 2pm Venue: The Basin Theatre, Cnr. Doongalla and Simpsons Rd., The Basin

BAYSWATER MLA TO LAUNCH 65-YEAR HISTORY

● Roland Perry ■ Roland Perry must be one of the most prolific authors in Australia. Following on from the huge success of last year's book, Red Lead, Roland has just released his latest, The Shaman. Billed as a gripping international thriller, it examines the cutting-edge new science of Plasmoids and an invention that is a huge threat to a multi-trillion-dollar energy corporation, which relies on fossil fuel consumption. In The Shaman, the spiritual Al Haut is a mysterious inventor and geologist from Tasmania. He has created a new style of engine, using Cold Fusion that harnesses atomic energy from water. Instead of carbon waste expelled from cars, for instance, it releases life-giving oxygen. The development is a massive challenge to the world's biggest energy companies, in particular, the giant Conquer Corporation. It will stop at nothing, from bribery to murder, to thwart Haut. So what led Roland to write this contemporary thriller? “The motivation for writing The Shaman is to tell the story of an Uber-genius and his success in creating an engine that will eliminate all Carbon pollution from cars to space ships," Roland explained. "The book exposes the trouble he has had from those wishing to stop him with bribery, fraud, destruction of his business and attempts to murder him." The Shaman sounds like the perfect book to keep us engaged and to focus on something other than the COVID world we are living in. And going on Roland's past books, it will be another page-turner. It's published by Allen and Unwin and will be available from Monday, February 22. - Julie Houghton

Siren Delay For No Time On ■ Stage Four Lockdown has stalled the opening of No Time On, the comedy with a touch of drama about a country football club. The show was due to open Thursday, February 18 but is now scheduled to open Saturday, February 20 at the Rentoul Theatre, Burwood, running until February 27. Bookings still available at: www.trybooking.com/BHPAE Enquiries: playhouseplayers@ hotmail.com Note: COVID-19 protocols will be followed incl, masks all patrons. Supported by Whitehorse City Council Community Support Grant. - Graeme McCoubrie

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■ Anne Hyland has commenced a new role as a Senior Correspondent at The Age. She was previously the Deputy Editor at Good Weekend. ■ Else Kennedy has started a new role as a Journalist at the Sunraysia Daily.

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Victorian Arts Track Gallery ■ Located at the Mount Waverley Community Centre, The Track Gallery is dedicated to providing local artists and cultural groups with access to a professional exhibition space to share their talents and ideas with the Monash community. The Gallery accommodates exhibitions of either two or three weeks and hosts up to 20 exhibitions a year featuring painting, photography, textiles, sculpture and multimedia. The Monash Community Art Society is licensed to use the gallery and program eight exhibitions per year. They are also active in supporting community arts in Monash and encouraging community organisations and individual artists to hold exhibitions. Entry is free to the public. To exhibit at the Track Gallery, contact the Council's Cultural Development Officer on 9158 3636. Coming exhibitions include smart 2021 Small Works Art Exhibition by Preetkriti, February 17 - 28, Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm Batik Exhibition: Museum of Indonesian Arts Inc. March 3 - 21. Track Gallery 45 Miller St., Mt Waverley - Peter Kemp

Dark House Suburban Isolation: Adrian Doyle Mostly known for his controversial painting of Rudge Lane entirely Empty Nursery Blue, Adrian Doyle brings his latest research to the fore in this upcoming exhibition. Suburban Isolation is the culmination of Adrian Doyle's PhD research into the intersection between street art and fine art. From working on the large-scale water towers in the desert, to creating one of the largest models if 'artist as a consultant' through a two- year residency at The District shopping centre in Docklands, this research has taken Doyle on a journey through mediums and ideas enabling thorough exploration of this juncture. During this extended research period, Doyle has created a number of important projects which have all led to this exhibition. Exhibition opens Friday February 26 and runs until March 20. Enter from Maloney Lane off Dudley St. Dark Horse Experiment 33-35 Dudley St, West Melbourne - Peter Kemp

Castlemaine Festival ■ Castlemaine Festival returns in 2021: March 19 to April 4 The Castlemaine State Festival will take place in the creative capital of central Victoria, returning with a bright and colourful program of visual arts, performance, music, talks, workshops and a variety of outdoor performances shining a light on the diversity and culture of the region. The visual arts program will range from a celebration of pop cultural fashion icon Mary Quant at the Bendigo Art Gallery, Melinda Harper's first major survey in regional Victoria at the CastlemaineArt Museum, to local artist Cameron Robbins. Visitors to Castlemaine and Bendigo are encouraged to create their own art trail, exploring the local galleries and art spaces. - Peter Kemp

Heide Museum Photo 2021: Agnieszka Polska: The New Sun Kerry Gardner andAndrew MyerProject Gallery. Heide will present the Australian premiere of Agnieszka Polska's award winning video work, The New Sun during the inaugural Photo 2021. Polska is an innovative Polish artist who investigates society's shared experiences of environmental and humanitarian catastrophe. The New Sun features a projection of the sun personified as an animated character bearing witness to the Earth's increasing environmental calamity. Exhibition opens February 20 and closes June 29. Heide Museum of Modern Art 7 Templestowe Rd, Bulleen - Peter Kemp

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TRAFFIC DELIGHTS ■ Traffic (Clan Destine Press), the debut novel by author, Robin Gregory, is said to apply a blow torch to sex-trafficking. Melbourne private investigator, Sandi Kent, has her hopes for an easy December dashed when two complicated cases crash into her lap. First, she is hired by her sexy but volatile exgirlfriend, Cassy Joynson, to rescue a young South Korean woman from an illegal brothel. And then – in a curiously parallel case – she’s engaged by a lawyer friend seeking defence angles for a Colombian immigrant charged with murdering a sex worker. As Sandi juggles the demands of her clients (and her desperately low bank balance), she becomes embroiled in the city’s seamy underworld of human trafficking, drugs and murder. And soon more lives, including her own, are at risk Gregory was prompted to write Traffic by an incident at a community health centre where she was working some years ago. “A young Asian woman came in, fearing for her life. She’d been bought and brought as a sex slave and the man who had acquired her, married her to solve any visa issues. The only place where she was able to go was church and that’s where she fled from her husband,” said Gregory. “The minister’s wife accompanied her to the centre – she had been sheltering with a friend for a few days but a longer-term solution was needed. “Her husband had hired someone to hunt her down. A black car ominously remained outside for the better part of the day while we struggled to find her a refuge. We eventually had to call on the police to escort her to safety.” Gregory started researching sex-trafficking and connected with Project Respect, an organisation which offers support to women who have been trafficked and advocates on their behalf. “Sex trafficking is surprisingly prevalent, even in legal brothels, but prosecutions are few and far between. The sex workers are often reluctant to go to the police. They rightly fear that, if they speak up, they’ll be deported and lose any slim hope of a new and better life in Australia. Getting evidence that will stand up in court is very difficult.” “I decided that it was a problem that Private Investigator Sandi Kent should confront. Sandi has been around for twenty years – she featured

● Author Robyn Gregory in a story of mine that was shortlisted in Sisters in Crime’s Scarlet Stiletto Awards – and remarkably hasn’t aged!” Gregory said that Sandi, who supplements her meagre PI income by teaching swimming part-time, has a lot going for her. “Sandi is in her late twenties. She is strong, she is brave – sometimes recklessly so – and like many women of her age, experiences the crashing waves of love. “In Sandi’s words her relationships ‘start well and then sourly plummet’. Her relationships with her mother and sister are fraught but she does have a wonderful best friend – Stewart, a gay man who Sandi ropes in as a sidekick,” she said. In the course of her research, Gregory didn’t actually venture inside any brothels but, like her PI, did actually spend time parked outside both legal and illegal brothels. Like her, Sandi is also a student of Spanish, a skill which she is able to utilise to great effect when investigating the Columbian man charged with murder. “One of my other missions in my novel was to represent Melbourne’s diversity in all its glorious complexity,” Gregory said. “I like to think I’ve succeeded.” Traffic by Robin Gregory. rrp $29.95 (paperback) ISBN: 9780648523604; rrp $6.99 (Ebook) ISBN: 9780648523611 www.clandestinepress.net P.O. Box 121, Bittern Victoria 3918 Ph: 0423 422 317 - Carmel Shute with Cheryl Threadgold

Macbeth: confusing, confused ■ From A Midsummer Night's Dream to Macbeth, the Australian Shakespeare Company's had its fourth outdoors offering for 2021. Director Glenn Elston's choice for Lady Macbeth, Alison Whyte, exudes more sexual energy than any Juliet I've seen with the same force she urges action on her husband. She drives the tragic consequences of impious murder of guest and king. The essential ingredient of tragedy; Macbeth is cursed with a prophecy of ambition filled; which promise fuels his wife's impatience to act. "Come you spirits, That tend on mortal thoughts unsex me here,and fill me from the crown to the toe top-full of forest cruelty " This cruelty to Dion Mill's Duncan; a very well measured performance as Macbeth's grateful patron. There is much more in this production to recommend it. Kevin Hopkins as the drunken Porter, who breaks into metatheatre in conversation with a male in the audience about possible alcohol induced erectile dysfunction. The Macduffs; Elizabeth Brennan's playful exchanges with her daughter before the horror of their murders. Syd Brisbane's Macduff alone worth the

evening's wait .I had opera glasses up when his Macduff have us "All my pretty ones, Did you say all " He stood stock still in a long pause.I could see his face.It moved not but conveyed all. The great set pieces of the night were the Witches' scenes. Around a massive smoking cauldron; Annabell Tudor, Claire Nicholls and Madeleine Mason were choreographed Weird Sisters with great effect; invocations of evil and fatal prophecies . But on the night I was there all this surrounded a confusing and confused performance from Nathanial Dean as Macbeth. - Review by Peter Green

Local Theatre ■ A stitch in time saves ... theatre. Yes, Red Stitch Theatre Company is back. This time last year my guest and I were about to see Michele Lee's Single Ladies, only to have the occasion rudely curtailed byCOVID-19. That spectre is with us still but the sense of déjà vu prevailed as we experienced as if almost forgotten what it was like to laugh and react collectively as an audience. A review will appear next issue. - David McLean

What’s On Transitions ■ The Transitions Film Festival returns this February with a program of world-changing documentaries about the existential challenges, creative innovations and heroic pioneers that can help us envision a new normal. After previously hosting festivals in Melbourne,Adelaide, Darwin, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane, this summer the Transitions Film Festival presents its first-ever virtual program, available online nationwide from February 23-March 15.. The festival kicks off February 23 with the premiere screening of Environment Victoria’s Beyond the Burning at MPavilion in Melbourne. The full online program will be available between February 26 and March 15 and can be viewed on https://watch.eventive.org/ transitionsfilmfestival Transitions Film Festival shares real, inspiring stories, offers solutions to society's greatest challenges and showcases local heroes and change-makers who are building a better world. Highlights of this year’s program include the documentary The Hidden Life of Trees, Making A Mountain, which follows globally renowned architect Bjarke Ingles and his halfa-billion dollar quest to build an artificial skislope on a waste-to-energy power plant in the heart of Copenhagen and Beyond Zero, an inspirational biopic about pioneer Ray Anderson, Founder of Interface, and his mission to redefine the meaning of business in the era of climate change. The Invisible Hand, a documentary produced by, and featuring, Emmy-Award winning actor Mark Ruffalo, spotlights a new tool in the quest to protect our planet - the legal rights of nature. The climate crisis is a central theme of this year’s program. Borealis explores the threats and solutions to managing the Boreal forests of Canada, Megafires highlights the cutting-edge solutions to this new genre of threat facing humanity, and Where There Once Was Water explores the heart of the Navajo Nation, asking us to reimagine our relationship with our most sacred element. Citizen Nobel follows the journey of Nobel Prize-winning scientist Jacques Dubochet, Barefoot travels with Mark Baumer who walked barefoot across America for 100 days to bring attention to climate change and Youth On Strike! gets up close and personal with Australia’s leading youth climate organisers preparing for the biggest student action in history. NOW blends the personal stories of youth activists with the wisdom of iconic influencers including Muhammad Yunis, Patti Smith and Wim Wenders, and The Walrus and The Whistleblower presents a biopic about an animal rights activist sued for 1.5 million dollars for trying to protect the life of a walrus named Smooshi. New ways of imagining politics and the economy are highlighted in Inherent Good, which champions the benefits of ‘Universal Basic Income’ as a panacea to society’s ills, and Birddog Nation, which celebrates the power of inspired women to create political and social change. Protecting oceans and environment is explored in An Ocean Story, which follows Dutch filmmaker Sander Van Weert as he travels the world searching for solutions to the greatest threats facing our oceans and Microplastic Madness, an adventure with a class of 11-year-old students as they achieve victories in the fight for a world free from plastic pollution. When: February 23 - March 15. 8pm10pm; Program available to watch online Feb 26 - March 15. Where: MPavilion, Kings Domain, Melbourne, and online. Website: transitionsfilmfestival.com Ticket Info: MPavilion, Free. Online Tickets $12, $9. Festival Passes available. - Cheryl Threadgold

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Eddie McGuire steps down

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

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Eddie can do anything

■ I remember a very young Eddie McGuire and Steven Quartermain kicking the Sherrin in front of the Channel 10 studios out at Nunawading back in the early 1980s. I was young too and doing breakfast radio for Fox FM at the same location. I saw Eddie's determination to be the best back then. Having known Eddie for that long I can tell you that he is a straight up guy who has a heart as big as Texas. His work in the media was always first-class and his presidency at Collingwood was inspiring. The club was on its knees when Eddie took over and he and his board worked tirelessly to resurrect it back to its past glory and beyond. The facilities at Collingwood Football Club have set a high bench mark among the rest of the clubs. Maybe he stayed at the party a little too long and eventually the pressure to move on develops and it all becomes too hard to carry on. It's a tough business but the club should have let Eddie see out his finalyear. He called it and if you can't respect his wishes after everything that he has done for the club then maybe the club has a problem. I believe a political career is in the future. I would vote for him.

US harassment grows ■ Growing shares of Americans report experiencing more severe forms of harassment, which encompasses physical threats, stalking, sexual harassment, and sustained harassment. Some 15 per centexperienced such problems in 2014 and a slightly larger share (18 per cent) said the same in 2017. That group has risen to 25 per cent today. Additionally, those who have been the target of online abuse are more likely today than in 2017 to report that their most recent experience involved more varied types and more severe forms of online abuse. In a political environment where Americans are stressed and frustrated and antipathy has grown, online venues often serve as platforms for highly contentious or even extremely offensive political debate. And for those who have experienced online abuse, politics is cited as the top reason for why they think they were targeted.

● At the G'Day USA Gala Ball held in Los Angeles, Alan Johnson, Managing Director of Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, catches up with Eddie McGuire.

China stronger after COVID ■ Over a year ago, the Coronavirus began spreading rapidly in China. Today, China's economy is bouncing back hard, and expanding faster than it did before the pandemic. Economic data showed that China logged 2.3 per cent growth for 2020, becoming the only major economy that grew during a year that exacted a generational toll on swaths of the world. As other major nations and geopolitical competitors, from the United States to Europe to India to Japan, struggle to beat back a winter wave, China's containment success has buoyed its economy and the ruling Communist Party's claims to global leadership in the post-pandemic world. In a sign of how quickly China has managed a turnaround, the National Statistics Bureau said gross domestic product rose 6.5 per cent during the fourth quarter of 2020, exceeding the 6 per cent pace at the end of 2019, before the pandemic took hold. President Joe Biden is confronted with a China that does not seem at all diminished in economic health or international stature. Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader, struck a bullish tone during his New Year's Eve address, when he told his countrymen that he was "proud of his great motherland" and the sacrifice and unity its people displayed to quickly beat back the Coronavirus through lockdown measures and a mobilization of medical and manufacturing workers. In recent weeks, Chinese state media and the nation's globe-trotting foreign minister, Wang Yi, have told world leaders from Myanmar to the European Union, as well as global investors, that China's fast recovery could lift the rest of the world. Under Xi's leadership and through his diplomacy through online video calls, Wang claimed this month, China "has brought hope for the world economy to step out of the doldrums. "China's economy continues to power ahead with remarkable momentum, leaving other major economies, most of which are still struggling to register some semblance of growth, in the dust," said Eswar Prasad, a professor at Cornell University and former China director for the International Monetary Fund. "With its outstanding growth performance, China has cemented its position as the primary driver of what has so far been a dismal global economic recovery."

■ If you are considering coming over for a holiday to see the stars later on in 2021, then I have got a special deal for you. We would love to see you at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, 8585 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood. I have secured a terrific holiday deal for readers of the Melbourne Observer and The Local Paper. Please mention 'Melbourne Observer' when you book to receive the 'Special Rate of the Day' for your advance bookings. Please contact Jennifer at info@ramadaweho.com

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Drinking, eating more ■ For Americans working from home in 2020, it seems happy hour is starting a little earlier than usual. A new survey finds many people are nearly half of adults working remotely have secretly signed off early to have a drink. The survey polled 2000 Americans (approximately 800 of whom are over 21 and working from home) to examine the bad habits people are picking up during lockdown and the impact it's having on their planning for 2021. Forty-six per cent of those working from home have clocked out early to pour themselves a drink at least once during their time in quarantine.Another 45 per cent of these respondents have even admittedly taken the liberty of having an alcoholic drink during the workday. Conducted by OnePoll, the survey discovered that 53 percent of those polled have been drinking alcohol more frequently during lockdown. More than six in 10 employed respondents (1400 people) shared that virtual happy hours with their co-workers has increased their alcohol intake during quarantine. Over half (52 per cent) of respondents also said that they've felt the need to drink while watching the news this year and they average about four adult beverages each week. It's no surprise that six in 10 adults shared they'll be trying to drink less for the remainder of 2021. The survey finds having a few extra drinks isn't the only habit respondents have picked up during lockdown. Two in five of all 2000 respondents shared they've been snacking more and enjoying more comfort foods as quarantine continues. Americans have also been stresseating an average of three times a week. Other bad habits picked up during this time included drinking too much caffeine (32 per cent) and staying in pyjamas all day (23 per cent).

Firearms at the Capitol

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■ Colorado Congresswoman-elect Lauren Boebert, alongside 83 other representatives, have countered an effort by Democratic legislators to disallow politicians from carrying firearms in the Capitol. Boebert, a vocal supporter of gun rights, rallied the group of lawmakers to oppose a measure by Democratic California Rep. Jared Huffman to prohibit gun carry throughout Capitol grounds. Huffman garnered support from 19 other House members and said the "current regulations," which allow concealed firearms for politicians, "create needless risk" in a mid-December letter. "I refuse to give up my Second Amendment rights," Boebert said in a press release. "I'm a 5-foot tall, 100-pound mom with four children and will be walking to work and serving in one of the most dangerous cities in the US." The letter from those supporting the ability to carry guns in the Capitol read, "If members can't carry on Capitol grounds, they can't protect themselves in D.C. while making their way to and from their offices to perform their official duties. The 'last-mile' transition of self-protection is critical. The current regulations provide transitional coverage once the member is physically on campus." Boebert is the owner of Shooters Grill in Rifle, Colorado, a gun-themed restaurant where waitstaff openly carry pistols. The restauranteur has also insisted that she plans to carry her Glock while serving in Washington, D.C.

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Magazine ■ I never saw ‘Mo’ live onstage but I loved his radio shows. As a child I listened to McCackie Mansion which featured Mo and a whole host of great characters - which included Horrible Herbie, Spencer the Garbageman and Lasho. This was another world to me - great comedy writing performed by a wonderful cast of talented Australians. Roy Rene Mo was one of the most popular Australian comedians of the 20th Century. Harry van der Sluys was born in Adelaide in 1891, he was the fourth born of seven children. Although his family were Jewish, young Harry went to a Catholic school. At the age of 10 he won a singing competition at the Adelaide Market and this led to a role in the pantomime Sinbad The Sailor at The Theatre Royal. In 1905 the family moved to Melbourne and Harry trained as a professional jockey. But the theatre beckoned and in 1908 he was singing in vaudeville shows at the Gaiety Theatre, in those days he was known as ‘Roy Boy’. Two years later he was using the name of Roy Rene Mo and appearing onstage in comedy sketches throughout Australia. Whilst he was touring for Sir Benjamin Fuller in New Zealand he developed the black and white makeup which became his trademark. In 1916 he teamed with Nat Phillips and they became the comedy duo of Stiffy and Mo. They played shows in Sydney and Melbourne where

Whatever Happened To ... RoyRene ‘Mo’ By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM they broke box office records. In 1917 Mo married Dorothy Davis who was an actress but the marriage was to end in divorce 12 years later. Stiffy and Mo finally broke up in 1928 and the following year Mo married Sadie Gale with both Christian and Jewish services. Sadly Stiffy died of a heart attack at the age of 49 in 1932. Mo had been appearing on the Tivoli circuit and was known as the ‘King of the Tiv’ but The Great Depression saw a decline in live theatre attendances and Mo went on a tour of the Hoyts Suburban Picture Theatres with Sadie. In 1934 he made his one and only film Strike Me Lucky which was directed by Ken G Hall. The film has been panned by some critics

● Roy Rene Mo but I have seen it several times and I really enjoy watching Mo at work. I think it is a national treasure. Throughout the war years Mo was again playing to packed houses on the Tivoli circuit but his contract was terminated in 1945. My friend, the late Ian Travis, recalled Mo presenting a show at the Collingwood Town Hall. His family were given free tickets because they loaned Mo young Ian's bed to be used in one of the stage sketches. Mo began in radio in 1946 after joining the Colgate Palmolive Unit and appeared in a program titled Calling The Stars. The following year a new radio show McCackie Mansion was launched and it was to run for three years. Mo played the lead and the theme was his frustration with family, friends and neighbours.

The cast included Hal Lashwood, Harry Griffiths, Jack Burgess, Harry Avondale and Rita Pauncefort. It was full of ‘catch phrases’ and eccentric characters. The program had the biggest listening audience of any Australian radio show at that time. Mo appeared in several other popular radio shows in the early 1950s and visiting stars such as Dame Sybil Thorndike and Jack Benny described him as ‘comic genius’. Roy Rene died of heart disease at his home in Sydney in 1954 and was survived by his wife, son and daughter. He is buried in the Jewish section of Rookwood Cemetery in NSW. The Mo Awards for stage performers are named after him and in Adelaide they erected a statue in his honour. In 1973 Freddie Parsons wrote a wonderful book titled A Man Called Mo and in the foreward Graham Kennedy described seeing Mo onstage in 1949 at the old Kings Theatre in Melbourne Graham said it was the funniest night he had ever spent in the theatre. What a compliment. 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

Gladstone welcomes Mantra Hotel

■ Gladstone has welcomed a Mantra hotel to a central business district location with the opening of Mantra Gladstone. Formerly the Mercure Gladstone, this stylish and modern hotel has won a raft of awards, including the accommodation and resorts category of Gladstone's Best in Business Awards for five consecutive years. To strengthen the hotel's position as Gladstone's premier hotel, Mantra Gladstone has undergone a number of upgrades and enhancements as part of the rebrand, including transforming 33 of its 60 guestrooms into spacious open plan self-contained apartments - suited to holidaying couples and corporate travellers who are seeking greater space and selfcontained amenities. Mantra Gladstone is ideally lowith John Rozentals cated near the CBD and adjoins the local restaurants and cellar doors. Yaralla Sports Club. The hotel features many ameni- There's the Sampson Street Lunch ties, including fitness centre, food and with some of Orange's gastronomic beverage options and the soon to be icons, Meet the Producer workshops and opened swimming pool, in terms of a Producer Market and Brunch, across choice and quality in the region. To celebrate the launch, Mantra a COVID-safe format. Visit www.orangefoodweek. Gladstone is offering overnight stays from $120 per night in a hotel room com.au and from $135 per night in a refurbishment apartment room. Visit all.accor.com

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Orange wild weekend

Puttin’ on The Ritz

■ The Ritz Hotel, Geelong, a heritage-listed building in the heart of the city, which has sat dormant for 40 ■ Rediscover natural foods, forage years, has had an extensive makeover in the forest and taste bush-tucker in and will open its doors to the public on Central NSW with new food trails, March 1. Formerly known as the Belle-Vue events and farm tours in 2021. Orange has launched Country Hotel and built circa 1854, The Ritz Food Trails and The Orange Wild has undergone a transformation and Weekend, Parkes' Outback Lamb is will launch with 128 rooms and apartoffering Farm Tours, and Oberon's ments over nine floors, with views Field to Forest Festival in April is a over Geelong's north facing waterfront and city skyline. mushroom forager's delight. Located a five-minute walk to Central NSW is perfect for a foodie road-trip, located two-hours' drive Eastern Beach, Ritz Hotel Geelong from Sydney it includes Oberon, offers visitors a 4.5-star full-service Bathurst, Orange, Blayney, Lachlan, hotel experience with hotel rooms, Cowra, Canowindra, Grenfell, one and two bedroom self-contained apartments, pet friendly apartments Parkes and Forbes. From April 9-18, Orange's Food and a 24 hour reception. All guest rooms are air-condiWeek is celebrating 30 years as Australia's longest-running regional tioned and have LCD TV, free highfood festival with six signature events speed wi-fi, free cable channels, reand over 90 satellite events hosted at frigerator, espresso machine, room

safes and laundry facilities. Visit www.ritzhotelgeelong.com.au

Cruise packages ■ Cruise Traveller has released a package for August 2022 that pairs free business class flights and hotel stays with an ultra-luxury voyage exploring the wild, rarely visited places and islands along almost the entire Western Australian coastline between Darwin and Perth. The 19-night fly-stay-and-cruise package with Silversea - 'Wild Western Australia and the Kimberley' offers two departure dates - August 2, 2022, from Darwin to Perth and August 19, 2022, in the other direction from Perth to Darwin. The centrepiece of each package is a 17-night all-inclusive cruise between Darwin and Perth aboard the luxurious. 144-guest, all-suite expedition ship, Silver Explorer, which offers complimentary adventure excursions, beverages, gourmet cuisine, wifi and personal butler service. As a special exclusive offer, Cruise Traveller is offering free business class flights across Australia at the start and end of the trip as well as a free hotel stay before and after the cruise for bookings made before this March 15. The 17-night voyage aboard Silver Explorer features a range of wild, remote and rarely visited places along the WA coast such as the Abrolhos Islands - scene of the infamous Batavia shipwreck in 1629, Dirk Hartog Island, pristine Ningaloo Reef near Exmouth and the birdlife sanctuaries of the Montebello and Lacepedes Islands. Also featured are the ancient rock engravings in the Dampier Archipelago, and the pristine BuccaneerArchipelago where guests can speed on Zodiacs through the gushing tidal phenomenon. The 19-night 'Wild Western Australia and the Kimberley' package is available from A$16,290 per person, twin-share, including business class flights, hotel stays, adventure excursions and onboard beverages. Visit www.cruisetraveller.com.au - John Rozentals

OK. With John O’Keefe Kevin ‘Bloody’ Wilson

● Kevin Bloody Wilson ■ Aussie singer -comedian Kevin Bloody Wilson is hitting the road with his rollicking show. The new show kicks off March 16 at Memo Music Hall , and winds its way through Victorian provincial cities for the balance of March. Check Kevin’s website for dates and bookings.

In The Buff ■ TV networks broadcasting this year’s Super Bowl play-off on stations throughout the US decided to do some pre-game market research. One of the questions they asked revealed that 6 per cent of viewers admitted they intended watching Super Bowl in the nude. Each to their own.

The Donald resigns ■ Donald Trump penned a savage one-page letter to the Screen Actors Guild tendering his resignation. The letter included all his starring roles in TV sit coms as well as ranting about ‘fake news’ and most things on his mind. Upon receipt of his vitriolic letter the Screen Actors Guild replied with two words - ‘Thank You’.

New shows for C31 ■ Channel 31 has a slew of new shows ready to launch autumn. Keep an eye out for The Beer Pioneer, and another drinking show called Local Drinks. We should continue to support C31, keep them on air as C31 is responsible for the stars of the future.

Ice Cube’s Fireside Chat ■ Rapper and actor Ice Cube has set-up a meeting with President Joe Biden to discuss Black people in America. Hope they understand each other. - John O’Keefe

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke DVD, Blu-Ray, Streaming FILM: GREENLAND (Streaming on Amazon PRIME VIDEO): Genre: Action/Drama/Thriller. Cast: Gerard Butler, Morena Baccarin, Roger Dale Floyd, Scott Glenn. Year: 2020. Rating: M . Length: 119 Minutes. Stars: * * * ½ Review: A family struggles for survival as they fight to get to a possible safe haven in the face of a cataclysmic natural disaster as a planet-killing comet and breakaway particles hurl towards the earth. Following on from a long list of formulaic running, jumping, shouting and shooting action popcorn potboilers such as "Olympus Has Fallen" (2013), and its subsequent sequels "London Has Fallen" (2016) and "Angel Has Fallen" (2019), along with "Geostorm" (2017), "Gods of Egypt" (2016) and "Hunter Killer" (2018), to name a few, it's no surprise that Scottish action beefcake Gerard Butler should front this latest earth-threatening disaster epic, but surprise, surprise, this latest offering in the disaster genre is actually a relatively intelligent, restrained and emotionally charged experience that delivers very effectively on all fronts. The performance by Gerard Butler is subdued and respectful, along with Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Deadpool 2) as his wife, along with veteran Scott Glenn as the father, and as you would expect, the CGI Special Effects, which start small and increase along the journey, are a spectacular and gripping feast for the eyes. As much a family drama as a natural disaster tale, this is respectively in the spirit of the George Pal classic "When Worlds Collide" (1951), along with Steven Spielberg's version of H.G. Wells "War of The Worlds" (2005), to name a few, and what director Ric Roman Waugh (Shot Caller/2015) has ultimately delivered for the most part is a new addition to a sometimes tiresome and unoriginal genre a film that remarkably avoids the sci-fi disaster B-Movie clichés, and a thrilling, dazzling, thought provoking, fun and haunting journey with very little to indicate that we've been along this path too many times before. FILM: NEVER TOO LATE (DVD & Digital): Genre: Comedy/Romance/Drama. Cast: James Cromwell, Jack Thompson, Jackie Weaver, Dennis Waterman, Shane Jacobson, Roy Billing, Max Cullen. Year: 2020. Rating: M . Length: 95 Minutes. Stars: * * ½ Review: It has been a long time since a group of Vietnam veterans escaped a torturous Vietnamese POW camp, and now they find themselves sharing a new prison, The Hogan Hills Retirement Home for Returned Veterans, but each of the boys has an unrealised dream they want to achieve before it's too late, so once again they band together to devise a plan to escape, but he rules of engagement have changed, in fact, they barely even remember what they were and that's half the problem. Following an impressive opening credit sequence to the music of the sixties and Vietnam war sequences, "Never Too Late" soon transcends into a formulaic, predictable but nonetheless, a very nicely amiable romantic-comedy-adventure of baby boomer retirement home blues for a bunch of grumpy and bewildered retired veterans with one more mission in mind to put some stimulating vigour in their twilight years, and even though their plans of a 'Great Escape' don't include robbing a bank (Going in Style) or heading off to a gambling hot spot one last time (Last Vegas), their intensions here are far more poignantly honourable as they fumble through misadventure and frustration. 'The Great Escape' meets 'Grumpy Old Men,' the stellar cast includes veterans James Cromwell, Jack Thompson, UK's Dennis Waterman, Roy Billing, Max Cullen, Jackie Weaver as a love interest, Shane Jacobson as the estranged son, and each and every one are in top form, however, where the film does tend to fail is in the unimaginatively weak or phoned in direction and relatively paper thin screenplay, however, there's plenty to enjoy by watching this great cast all come to the fold and make each character very much their own. Primarily filmed in South Australia, despite any flaws, this is a pleasant, light-hearted, undemanding and old fashioned journey well worth your effort and time, an inoffensive and fun bittersweet 'BabyBoomer' tale on rigours of age and the realization of lost dreams infused with a touch of "The Notebook" that has its heart in the right place, and along the way will put a smile on the face, a feeling of warmth and a sprint in your step, but sadly, all too fleeting. - James Sherlock

Rourke’s Reviews

● Malcolm and Marie. ■ Malcolm And Marie (MA). 105 of lifelong friends take a trip to Italy minutes. Now streaming on in hope of re-energising their static Netflix. lives. Slick, striking film-making by This Danish production disapSam (son of Barry) Levinson, and pointingly lacks bite, and is as fortwo strong performances by John mulaic as any Hollywood film. David Washington and Zendaya RATING - **½ help carry an at-times self indul- Below Zero (MA). 106 minutes. gent script and growingly static nar- Now streaming on Netflix. rative arc. This blend of Assault On PreBeautifully shot in black-and- cinct 13 and King Of The Hill ofwhite, Levinson seems inspired by fers up a neat premise, stylish diWho's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?, rection, and some tense moments. but the final result never attains that Stumbles somewhat towards the movie's lofty heights. end, but a good thriller that has U.S. RATING - *** remake written all over it. RATING - ***½ ■ Another Round (M). 116 minutes. Now showing in selected cin- The Rescue (MA). 138 minutes. Now showing in selected cinemas. emas. Director Thomas Vinterberg and Mega-budget blockbuster that is star Mads Mikkelsen (The Hunt) clearly influenced by Hollywood re-team for this powerful explora- films such as Top Gun and tion of what happens when people Backdraft, as well as the hugely succumb to the addiction of alco- successful Umizaru films from Japan. Some genuinely jaw-dropping hol. Low-key and thoughtful, this action set-pieces (a mid-film plane crash is the highlight) are unfortucomes highly recommended. nately mixed in with soap opera RATING - **** ■ Wrong Turn (MA) (2021). 109 sub-plots and typical Chinese naminutes. Now showing in selected tionalism. Would have looked impressive in IMAX 3D. cinemas. RATING - *** Surprisingly good reboot of the Earwig And The Witch (PG). 83 2003 cult horror hit, which spawned minutes. Now showing in selected way too many sequels. Uses its southern backwoods cinemas. The first CGI animated feature premise to examine the deep divisions currently tearing America from the renowned Studio Ghibli is apart, and is smart enough to not unexpectedly routine, missing their make everything black-and-white. typically distinctive hand-drawn visuals and richly detailed characRATING - ***½ ■ The Food Club (PG). 99 min- ters. Watchable, but hardly memoutes. Now showing in selected cinrable. emas. RATING - **½ Pleasant but all-too-predictable - Aaron Rourke comedy/drama which sees a trio

Top 10 Lists FEBRUARY 14-20 THE AUSTRALIAN BOX OFFICE TOP TEN: 1. THE DRY. 2. PENGUIN BLOOM. 3. THE CROODS: A New Age. 4. THE MARKSMAN. 5. HIGH GROUND. 6. WONDER WOMEN 1984. 7. PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN. 8. THE WAR WITH GRANDPA . 9. OCCUPATION: RAINFALL. 10. DRAGON RIDER. NEW RELEASES AND COMING SOON TO CINEMAS AROUND AUSTRALIA: FEBRUARY 11: ANOTHER ROUND, ASSASSINS, LONG STORY SHORT, LOVE, WEDDINGS & OTHER DISASTERS, SYNCHRONIC. FEBRUARY 18: BOSS LEVEL, FIRESTARTER, MINARI, DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER, BOONIE BEARS: THE WILD LIFE, THE LITTLE THINGS, THE TRUFFLE HUNTERS, ZAPPA . FEBRUARY 25: BLACKBIRD, THE PEOPLE UPSTAIRS, DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE MOVIE, MICK FLEETWOOD & FRIENDS. THE DVD AND BLU-RAY TOP RENTALS & SALES: 1. HONEST THIEF [Action/Thriller/Liam Neeson, Kate Walsh, Jai Courtney]. 2. RAMS [Comedy/Drama/Sam Neill, Miranda Richardson, Michael Caton]. 3. NEVER TOO LATE [Comedy/Romance/ Drama/James Cromwell, Jacki Weaver, Jack Thompson]. 4. IRRESISTIBLE [Comedy/Drama/Steve Carrell, Rose Byrne]. 5. ANTEBELLUM [Mystery/Horror/Thriller/ Janelle Monae, Jack Huston]. 6. THE OUTPOST [War/History/Drama/ Scott Eastwood, Orlando Bloom, Celina Sinden]. 7. THE CRAFT Legacy [Fantasy/Drama/ Horror/Cailee Spaeny, Gideon Adlon]. 8. DAVID BYRNE'S AMERICAN UTOPIA [Stage Musical/David Byrne]. 9. THE SECRET GARDEN [Family/Fantasy/ Colin Firth, Julie Walters, Dixie Egerickx]. NEW HOME ENTERTAINMENT RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK: FATMAN [Action/Thriller/Mel Gibson]. THE MYSTERY OF HENRI PICK {Comedy/ Drama/Fabrice Luchini, Alice Isaaz]. THE DOORMAN [Action/Thriller/Jean Reno, Rupert Evans, Ruby Rose]. THE BIG UGLY {Action/Drama/Malcolm McDowell, Vinnie Jones]. DVD AND/OR BLU-RAY NEW & RE-RELEASE CLASSIC MOVIES HIGHLIGHTS: COLD COMFORT FARM [Comedy/ Romance/Kate Beckinsale, Stephen Fry, Joanna Lumley]. NEW RELEASE TELEVISION, DOCUMENTARY AND MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS: I AM GRETA. LOVECRAFT COUNTRY. THE TRIP TO GREECE. LOST ON EVEREST. WALKABOUT TO HOLLYWOOD. BOGNER: The Complete Series. - James Sherlock

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138. Famous Swiss mountain 141. Main artery 142. Flowed away 143. Yesterday, ..., tomorrow 151. Cling (to) 153. Early fetus 155. Directed 156. Surly person 159. Hoping (to) 160. Vitality 161. Irritating 164. 365-day periods 165. Cosmetics boss, Elizabeth ... 168. Legendary Atlantic continent 170. Money 173. Car distance clock 174. Mideast waterway (4,5) 177. Raincoat fabric 178. Gradually diminished 181. Devotees 185. Thrilling 186. Loss of memory 187. Beginnings 188. Trampled 193. Obscure 194. Sports injury remedy (3,4) 195. Hot springs 200. Venetian boats 201. Conceive of 206. Havens 207. Increases threefold 208. Sun-tanned 209. Most inquisitive 211. Coup organiser 214. Cigarette users 216. Affair of the heart 217. Giving green light to 218. Huge 220. Blacksmith's block 222. German wine, ... Riesling 224. Most avid 225. US cotton state 226. Giant Himalayan peak 229. Criticise harshly 232. Lion's neck hair 235. Poorer quality 236. Wear down 237. Soft goat wool 241. Fence planks 242. Authorise 244. Bridge over gorge 245. Louder 248. Trophies 249. Those ones 251. Weaponry 252. Bogs 253. Office circulars 254. Grand Slam winner, ... Agassi 255. Writer, ... Dahl 259. Happen 260. Prized fur 261. Genders 262. Method 264. Sudden attack 265. Son of Adam & Eve 267. Sprint Solution - Page 30

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Magazine Crossroads By Rob Foenander

Jazz at the Memo ■ On Sunday February 28, Memo Music Hall will launch a fabulous new monthly series of Jazz Soirees in the Ruby Carter Jazz Lounge, the superbly refurbished lounge bar upstairs in the St Kilda RSL, named after ‘The Godmother of Melbourne Jazz’. The event will kick off at 4pm with a spectacular showcase by some of Melbourne's finest jazz vocalists and musicians featuring Nichaud Fitzgibbon, Nina Ferro and Julie O' Hara accompanied by one of the hottest swinging trio around with Stephen Grant (piano), Mark Elton (bass) and Danny Fischer (drums). More info and tickets at www.memomusichall.com.au

Talent at Bunjil ■ Get ready to bop with some of Melbourne's hottest local talent at Bunjil Place's resident outdoor music festival, Summer Sounds. Wander through the Plaza, space and soak up a day of live music, AndyWarhol style stage design, and delicious food and beverages on Saturday, February 27, from 6.pm until late. Tickets are $10, which will include a redeemable item at the candy bar upon arrival. Four live acts will be headlining a tremendous evening of live entertainment, including Emma Volard, Bailey Judd, The Mamas and The Steel Syndicate. https:// www.bunjilplace.com.au/summer-sounds

Kasey at the Bowl ■ Kasey Chambers will perform at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Sunday, March 14, as part of the Live at the Bowl concert series. It will be her first solo headline show in over a year..Joining Kasey will be rising country star Brad Cox and Andy Golledge. - Rob Foenander

Overcoming COVID challenges ■ John Rozentals tastes some New Zealand wines that survived covid19. In 2020, with COVID-19 looming on the horizon and harvest fast approaching, the New Zealand wine industry held its breath. Preparations for a nationwide lockdown meant there was a very serious risk that harvest would not be allowed to go ahead. The inability to pick grapes would have meant no 2020 vintage produced, affecting wine production and retail for several years to come. Rather than cross their fingers, the Giesen team sprang into action and were among the first to take drastic action to protect its workers and preserve the chance of a successful harvest. This included separating the team into night and day shift teams, each with their own winemaking staff, and going above and beyond to ensure their safety. Many of the teams were moved into hotels and accommodation away from home a full week before the nationwide lockdown was announced, with staff banding together to ensure Giesen could still deliver on harvest goals. This, coupled with the industry's classification as essential business, meant that harvest proceeded under unprecedented safety standards including rigorous physical distancing measures and significant additional work.

● Winemaker Duncan Schuller: held his breath during the coronavirus outbreak. Workers overcame the chal- Some residual sweetness in a popuWINE OF THE WEEK lenges of running completely sepa- lar style. Inexorably drawn to Thai Giesen 2018 The August rate day and night shift teams, de- dishes such as green curry. Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc: veloping brand new processes, and Giesen 2020 Uncharted Dry and flinty with rich, ripe tropiin many cases being isolated from Sauvignon Blanc: This very differ- cal notes and layers of toasty alfriends and family as well. ent sauvignon blanc, a dry white mond and brioche flavours. WINE REVEWS which spent three to four months Its a tribute August Giesen's Giesen 2020 Sauvignon Blanc: on yeast lees for to build a beautiful legacy which is inextricably tied to A wonderful expression of typical mouth-feel, to back maturation in the Giesen story. Complex and a match for quite New Zealand sauvignon blanc, with oak. Uncharted OK. Match with emphasis squarely on ripe, fresh smoked trout and herby new pota- rich cuisine. - John Rozentals gooseberry-like fruit. toes.

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Entahaar: one to beat in the Diamond ■ Classy filly Enthaar is the one to beat in Blue Diamond this Saturday (Feb. 20). Beautifully bred by boom sire, Written Tycoon, from Final Agreement, she has only raced twice for two great wins, and in good time on both occasions. At her first outing, she blitzed a top field in the Gimcrack Stakes over 1000 metres, winning by three lengths, in 57.06 seconds, running her last 600 metres in 33.94 seconds. That was back in October, and her trainers the combination of top mentors, Ciaron Maher and David Eustace, showed them how good she was, which they already knew, running an oddson favourite. Prior to her second start, they trained her to have a trial over 800 metres at Werribee on January 12, which she won in easy style by just underthree lengths, under a hard hold. Then when produced at Caulfield recently she blitzed them in the Chairman's Stakes over 1000 metres, never out of an exercise galloped, going to the line untouched. Her rider, Mark Zahra, said after the race she was under a tight hold throughout and it took him to at least 200 metres after the post, to pull her up. So the distance of the big one won't worry her over the 1200 metres Grand Final. I feel the main danger to her is the colt, Anamoe, in the care of astute trainer, James Cummings ,for the Godolphin camp. Prior to his run when second to General Beau in the Blue Diamond Prelude, Cummings advised the media by way of emails to let us know that he is one of his best chances, if not the best, and will run well. That proved spot on with Anamoe going down narrowly to General Beau, after coming from a long way back. His rider, Damien Oliver, was very impressed with the run, and said he could run a big race in the Diamond this weekend. That was his third start. At his first start, he was a bit slow into stride, when fifth at Caulfield in October last year behind Fake Love, after being held up at the turn. He then won the listed Merson CooperStakes at Sandown, after a break, and despite shifting out at the turn won narrowly, but well. As stated by James Cummings who thought he would he hard to beat, and just missed behind General Beau in the Prelude. The 1200 metres will be right up his alley, and with odds around $ 8, he represents very good value. After that, the filly Arcaded came into play, putting together two wins from as many starts, and in good style. The daughter of Street Boss, impressed greatly with a very easy win in the Fillies Open over 1100 metres, at Caulfield back on January 21. She impressed all and sundry, who saw the run. Then she backed up with another good win at her second outing, when she won her Blue Diamond Prelude in easy fashion. She is one of the good chances among the fillies who could cause an upset. Another who will be knocking on the door is

Alderson, ran a good third behind General Beau and Anamoe. On pulling up his rider, Michael Walker said he never had a chance of getting near them after being forced three and four wide all the way. I am sticking with Enthaar (she has the goods), from Anamoe.

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● Damian Oliver.Racing Photos. the Maribyrnong Trial over 1000 metres, up the straight at Flemington. He is a strong colt and always gives of his best. Then you have the good filly in Dosh. Dosh, in the care of leading trainer, Graeme Begg, who won the Blue Diamond a couple of years ago with Written By, is confident this will give him a second chance at the big event. She was quite impressive in her Blue Diamond Preview, back on Boxing Day, defeating the highly touted Frost Flowers, the odds-on favorite. That made it two on end from as many starts, winning her first race up the straight back in November. By leading sire, Rich Enuff, she has plenty of speed has shown with her all the way win in the Preview. They were both over 1000 metres. Another colt, Jigsaw, trained by Cindy

Ted Ryan

■ The popular Epsom Golf Day at the Woodlands Golf Club is on March 22 for the National Jockey Trust and the Woodlands Golf Club Trust. Many sporting celebrities will be having a swing on the big day. They include many of our top jockeys like, Damien Oliver, Dwayne Dunn, his son Dylan, Nash Rawiller, Jye McNeil, Jason Benbow, Dean Yendall, Jack Martin and Patrick Moloney. Hoops from yesteryear are well represented, with the likes of Gary Willetts, Simon Marshall, Pat Trotter and the Cox Plate King Brent Thomson. Other noted celebrities include, former top Hawthorn player, Russell Morris. They will be joined by the former Chairman of the VRC, Rod Fitzroy, and former top Steward, Des Gleeson, and current Racing Steward, Darren Triandafillou. I will be conducting interviews with racing personalities such as top young trainer Clinton McDonald, jockey Gary Willetts, and the Grandson of the jreat jockey Scobie Breasley, Jason Swift. The event gets underway at 11am through until 12 noon. NGI are putting up $10,000 for a hole in one on the fifth, which can be won twice. If you would like to come along and see and hear all the action, ring John Sweeney on 0425 796 318. Or email him on jmsween@ bigpond.net.au Hope to see you there, it is a great day,

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Six-event card at Yarra Valley ■ Yarra Valley commenced the week on Monday February 8 with a small six event card and Bannockburn co-trainers Emmett Brosnan and father Richard were successful with smart 5Y0 American Ideal-Diamonds N Gold gelding Yankee Gold in the Yarra Valley Toyota Pace over 2150 metres. Driven a treat by Emmett, Yankee Gold enjoyed a sweet passage one/one from gate three as The Red Moon Rising scorched away from gate four to lead. Running along well ahead of his rivals, the race was set up for those back in the field and after easing three wide in the last lap, Yankee Gold surged to the front on the home turn and raced away with the race in his keeping. Although The Red Moon Rising came again in the straight for a game second, Yankee Gold scored by 2.1 metres. Brevity was third 6.6 metres away third after racing exposed for the trip. The mile rate 1-56.6. It was Yankee Gold's 5th victory in 12 race appearances. ■ Six year old Bettors Delight-Donna Rosso gelding Aces Jet broke the ice at start number 14 by taking the 1650 metre Alabar Vicbred Platinum Maiden Pace in a rate of 2-00.2. Trained by part-owner Alex Freeman at Mount Cottrell, Aces Jet with Alex Ashwood in the sulky was strong in winning after racing in the open from gate two outside the polemarker Cmonbabylitemyfire, scoring by a neck, with Our Cheeky Devil (one/one) third 8.5 metres away. ■ Monegeetta based duo Nick Beale (partowner/trainer) and Jayden Barker (driver) chalked up another victory (his 5th) with Reign Maker, a well performed 5Y0 Bettors DelightMajestic Reign gelding who snared the Ashmores Smash Repairs Pace over 1650 metres. Beginning brilliantly from gate four, Reign Maker was untroubled to lead throughout, greeting the judge 2.4 metres in advance of Village Skipper which ran on late from the rear. Millah Joy (one/two) was third a nose back after racing three wide for the final circuit and switching down to the sprint lane on turning. The mile rate 1-54.9. ■ Reign Maker repeated the dose for the pair at Melton on Thursday, taking the TAB Long May We Play Pace over 2240 metres in identical fashion from the pole, accounting for Explicit Castle which raced outside him by a neck, with Regulus third 5.9 metres away after following the winner. The mile rate 1-56.8.

At Swan Hill ■ Swan Hill raced on Tuesday with an entertaining nine-event program. Astute Ararat trainer Terry Young commenced proceedings by winning the opening race - the McLardy McShane Insurance Swan Hill 3Y0 Maiden Pace over 1750 metres with Art Major-Lierra Noir gelding Classicmajor. Raced by long time stable client Terry Cahill, Classic Major was first up since May last year and with Grant Campbell in the sulky, began swiftly from the pole to lead. Kicking clear on the final bend, Classic Major scored by 4.2 metres in a mile rate of 1-56.4 from Pray Tell (one/two - three wide last lap) and Tino Tere Maori which raced exposed from the bell. ■ The Swan Hill Chemicals Pace over 1750 metres went the way of local Woorinen partowner trainer Joe Costa's 6Y0 ChangeoverRoyal Abbey gelding SolomansAbbey. Driven by Bendigo based Jayden Brewin, Solomans Abbey led all of the way from gate two, accounting for Payuporleave (one/three - three wide at bell) by 1.3 metres in a rate of 1-56.5. Skippers Swan Song ran on late from near last for third. It was a terrific night for Horsham trainer/ driver Aaron Dunn who was successful with Auckland Reactor-Miss Potential gelding Maxactor raced by him in the Vernon's Steelyard Pace over 2240 metres and 4Y0 Art Major-Batini gelding Kenya in the Doeys Meats Pace over 1750 metres. Starting from the extreme draw, Dunn wasted no time in sending Maxactor forward as the mobile pulled away to assume the front running role. Dictating terms to suit, Maxactor coasted

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with Len Baker for the entire trip, running out an easy 4.6 metre victor from Bruised Ego which led out before taking a trail on the winner and using the sprint lane. Bettor Romance (three back the markers) was third also using the sprint lane to be 2.8 metres away. The mile rate 1-58.4. It was Maxactor's 4th success in 25 outings. ■ Kenya had nothing more than a "stroll in the park" to take his race untouched. Settling one/ one from a solo second line draw, Kenya raced by Stephen Blacker vacated the prime spot to race outside the leader Markleigh Jill racing for the bell before cruising to the front on the final bend to win in a breeze 7.4 metres ahead of Calgary Bay from last, with Graceful art (one/ one last lp) third a half neck back. The mile rate 1-56.6. ■ Even though a small field of five contested the 2240 metre Murray Downs Resort Trotters Handicap, it was still an interesting contest, the victor being 7Y0 Down Under Muscles-La Poeme gelding Downunder Barkers. Trained at Shelbourne by Kate Hargreaves and driven by Alex Ashwood, Downunder Barkers was slow to begin from 30 metres as both Get Smart Max and Allawart Bob stepped cleanly from barriers one and three. Gradually making ground to be four back along the markers, Downunder Barkers moved up to join Get Smart Max at the bell with the pair going head and head in the last lap. Gaining a narrow lead at the straight entrance, Downunder Barkers' class prevailed at the finish as he greeted the judge by 1.7 metres from Allawart Bob which followed him home. Get Smart Max weakened to be third 3.9 metres away. The mile rate 2-02.4.

Shepp. successes ■ The highlight of Shepparton's Wednesday meeting were the first three heats of the Lyn McPherson Memorial Bronze, Silver and Gold Trotting Series over 1690 metres. Carisbrook trainer/driver Brett Shipway snared the quinella in the Bronze with 8Y0 Bacardi Lindy-Earls Gold mare A Nip Will Do having start number 194 defeating Louiville Lass and Pinevale Victoria in a mile rate of 159.4. Given a cosy trip from the pole trailing stablemate Louiville Lass (gate three), A Nip Will Do after easing off her back on turning finished best to prevail by a metre, with Pinevale Victoria (three wide last lap from last) third 8.8 metres away. ■ The Gold for fast class saw Andy and Kate Gath chalk up another winner when Kiwi bred 5Y0 Superfast Stuart-Monaro Miss mare Monaro Mara scored in 1-55.8. Trapped three wide from outside the front line, Monaro Mara had little difficulty in striding past Aldebaran Crescent (gate four) early in the piece and allowed to run. Monaro Mara was much too classy for her rivals, greeting the judge by 5 metres in advance of Aldebaran Crescent which safely held second 14.1 metres clear of a death-seatind Andyou. ■ Locally trained 5Y0 Majestic Son-Sunbeam Song mare Allwoods Sunbeam took the Silver in a rate of 1-59.4. Driven by Josh Aiken for trainer Clive Dalton, Allwoods Sunbeam enjoyed a sweet passage one/one from gate two on the

econd line as Aldebaran Alissa (gate two) led and after moving three wide approaching the home turn, finished best in a punishing finish to blouse Aldebaran Alissa by a half head. Prettylilangeleyes (three back the markers) from inside the second line was third a half neck back after moving four wide on the final bend. ■ It was great to see Tatura trainer/driver Craig Turnbull in the winners stall after the running of the Cottrells Electrical 2Y0 Pace over 1690 metres when beautifully bred Pet RockPressplay gelding Masquerading was successful. Enjoying a one/one trip from gate two for the final circuit, Masquerading after easing three wide approaching the home turn ran home best to score by 4.2 metres in 1-59,4 from first starter Popcornfriday along the sprint lane after trailing the pacemaker Ozzie Joy which flew out from gate four, finishing a head away in third place. Two meeting were held on Thursday - TP Melton and Bendigo. ■ At Melton, Parwan owner/trainer Jaime Madruga's A Rocknroll Dance-Onedins Courage filly No Win No Worries, a raging hot $1.20 favourite led throughout from gate two in the 1720 metre DRN Logistics 3Y0 Pace with Darby McGuigan in the sulky. Racing clear of her rivals for most of the trip, No Win No Worries ambled to the wire 13.4 metres in advance of Wave Of Defiance (one/ one) which dropped to trail the winner approaching the home turn. Classy Countess was third 42 metres back after following the winner from the pole. The mile rate 1-55.5. ■ Dunnstown's John Murphy combined with nephew Brent Murphy to land the Congratulations to Tornado Valley Trotters Mobile over 2240 metres with 4Y0 Lawman-Granuaile gelding Cork. Given a sweet trip from gate five trailing the leader Piesridingshotgun (gate four), Cork came off the inside on the home turn to issue a challenge with the pair drawing right away. Doing best over the concluding stages, Cork reached the wire 4.2 metres clear in a mile rate of 2-02.8. From The West (four back the markers) used the sprint lane for third 16.9 metres away.

Bendigo best ■ At Bendigo, former South Australian trainer Steven Branson was successful with Cher Ami, a 4Y0 daughter of Great Success and Brylin Crescent in the Great Ocean Road Real Estate MaidenTrotters Mobile over 2150 metres. With James Herbertson in the sulky, Cher Ami making her 10th race appearance was given an easy time one/one from gate four as polemarker Delarose led. Switching down to follow the leader in the last lap after Along Came A Spider galloped, Cher Ami used the sprint lane to record a 2.9 metre victory over Delarose, with Lota Fuss (one/one home turn) third. The mile rate 2-03.3. ■ Sebastopol owner/trainer/driver Peter Fiscalini snared the Aviva Communities Bendigo Trotters Mobile over 2150 metres with extremely promising 4Y0 Quality Cam-Troys Sunset mare Quality Sunset, returning a mile rate of 1-59.1. First up since last September, Quality Sunset (gate two on the second line) was eased to the tail of the field as Jay Bee Flex (gate three) worked past Whos Countn (gate two) shortly after the start. Latching to the back of Whizzbang Dan (one/ one) three wide ahead of her in the last lap, Quality Sunset after making the final bend wide, ran home strongly to score by 16.3 metres from Whizzbang Dan and Ball Park (four back the markers at bell) who was 2.7 metres away.

Ararat action ■ It was Ararat's night of the year on Friday with the running of the $30,000 (Group 3) Renown Silverware Ararat Pacing Cup over 2195 metres and the $20,000 (Group 2) Niota Bloodstock Ararat Trotters Cup over 2570 metres. It was the 46th running of the Pacers Cup and Charlton trainer Greg Norman knocked punters for a six after 8Y0 Kiwi bred Mach Three-Copper Beach gelding Zadaka scored at tote odds of $54.50.

Sulky Snippets This Week ■ Wednesday - Bendigo, Thursday Ballarat, Friday -Cobram/ Melton, Saturday Terang (Cup), Sunday - Cranbourne, Monday - Maryborough, Tuesday - Kilmore.

Rather puzzling ■ Three of the greatest stayers which grazed the harness tracks were Pure Steel, Gammalite and Knight Pistol renowned for their staying prowess so has it been bad programming by clubs that races such as The Gammalite, The Pure Steel and The Knight Pistol have all been held over the short distance between 2150 metres and 2240 metres. Surely these horses deserve the recognition of a long distance feature named in their honour. Racing under the banner of Adelaide owners AB & T Cormack Racing Pty Ltd managed by Adam Cormack, Zadaka driven by Jodi Quinlan was taken back from gate six to settle at the rear as the two favourites Riley Major (Zac Phillips) and Im Anothermasterpiece (Kerryn Manning) scorched out of gates five and seven, with Riley Major leading. With the pair going head and head all through the race, Im Anothermasterpiece got the better of the leader on turning with Zadaka joining in with a well timed run. Relishing the speed battle, Zadaka finished full of running to record a head margin in a thrilling finish over the in-form Majestic Cruiser (four wide on turning) from three back the markers, with Im Anothermasterpiece a game third 4.9 metres away in third place 4.5 metres in advance of Riley Mac. In quarters of 29.7, 29.8, 28 and 30 seconds for the last mile, Zadaka returned a new track record mile rate of 1-56.7, bettering Love Ina Chevy's 1-57.2 set in 2019.

Trotters Cup

■ The Trotters Cup was a triumph for Shelbourne (Bendigo) trainer Kate Hargreaves and reinswoman Ellen Tormey when 6Y0 Majestic Son-Focus On Me gelding Well Defined produced an unbelievable performance to win in a track record mile rate of 2-03.3, smashing Ronerail's 2-04.8 set in 2011. Beginning quickly from outside the front row only to go off stride shortly after, Well Defined appeared to put himself out of business as rank outsider Glorious Finale led from barrier two. With the entire field ahead of him on settling, Well Defined followed the raging hot $1.10 favourite Havehorsewilltravel (six from six in Oz) forward three wide on the back of Sunny Brooke the last lap from three back. When Havehorsewilltravel raced clear on turning, he looked all over a winner, however Well Defined was outstanding and claimed him in the shadows of the post to gain the day by a half neck in a last half of 59.4 - quarter 29.9. Scruffy Doolan was 17.2 metres back in third place after trailing the weakening leader and being held up prior to the home turn. - Len Baker

The Last Word Best in the West ■ A Melton farmer says he can’t wait to buy himself a new tractor after discovering he won $100,000 in the latest Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw. The winning entry of four random numbers was purchased at Melton Lotto & TSG, 293 High Street, Melton.

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