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● Laura Caine, Kinglake Community Engagement Officer, with Vicky Mann, Co-0rdinator, packing goods for the Northern Victoria Farmer Relief Drive.
Kinglake lends a hand ■ The Kinglake Ranges community has extended a hand to the Northern Victoria Farmer Relief Drive. Kinglake locals, with fresh memories of assistance given after the 2009 fires, have collected an impressive array of grocery items to be incorporated into relief hampers and distributed by Strathmerton Lions Club and Do It For Dairy, to dairy families across northern Victoria. The crisis, caused by the milk price drop and clawback by Murray Goulburn and Fonterra. Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House answered the call and last week collected an the groceries items to be distributed in hampers. These hampers play a vital role in helping families get by until funding becomes available or more ongoing support can be arranged.
Some are not eligible for any of the grants or loans that have been advertised as available, and are struggling with costs now exceeding income. Community Engagement Officer Laura Caine said: "I think our community like to give back as they know what it feels like to do it tough." Northern Victoria Farmer Relief Drive habe extended thanks to the people of the Kinglake Ranges for their generosity and continuing support. Donations of grocery items can be made at the Kinglake Supermarket, Community House or the op shop in Kinglake. Donations may be made to the Strathmerton Lions Dairy ReliefAccount, ANZ BSB 013 575, Accountg 4608 63843, Reference: Food.
$340,000 for Alex home ■ As the busy Spring real estate season approaches, agents are moving properties fast in The Local Paper circulation area. Landmark Harcourts Alexandra reported to Domain.com.au that they sold a three bedroom home at 45A Vickey St for $340,000. A three-bedroom Coldstream residenc (3 Withan Dr) sold for $505,000, handled by Noble Knight Real Estate. Three Diamond Creek sales were recorded with prices ranging from $535,000 to $935,000. Nine Doreen home sales were registered. Agents said prices ranged from $380,000 to $610,000. Suburban sales at Eltham and Eltham North were strong. Kleemans had a $1.17 million sale at 52-54 Henry St. Barry Plant Eltham said that a four-bedroom home at 6 Darwinia Rise, Eltham North, attracted a price of $1.21 million. At 68 Bambra Rd, Hurstbridge, a fourbedroom home was marketed by Mason White McDougall for $625,000. The four sales at Mernda saw a top price
● Grace Lanigan and Hannah Johnson pictured at Sacred Heart School, Yea
■ It is ‘all systems go’ at Sacred Heart School, Yea, with the start of another school term.
● This three bedroom home at 45A Vickery St, Alexandra, sold for $340,000 at the weekend. of $575,000 for a four-bedroom home at 9 Flowerdale Ct, through Harcourts Mill Park and South Morang. A four-bed room home at 418 Reynolds Rd, Research, sold for $1.045 million (Kleeman). No sales were registered with Domain.com. au at the weekend for properties at Flowerdale Glenburn, Kinglake, Whittlesea and Yea. ■ Advertising in The Local Paper helps sell properties. Phone 1800 231 311 to book your real estate advertising campaign.
The school’s Prep Transition program, ‘Ready, Set,Go!’ began with an enthusiastic group of children attending the Friday morning sessions. “We believe in providing children with as many positive and enjoyable experiences within the school environment before they officially begin their primary education,” says comVicky Wissell, Principal. “By the time their Prep year begins all the children are completely at home, familiar with school routines and expectations, have made friends with older children and formed relationships with their Grade 6 buddies,’ The ‘Ready, Set, Go!’ program is facilitated by teacher Sonya Brennan, who provides the children with rich, play-based activities that aim to develop children’s oral language skills and early literacy and numeracy skills. Sonya is an experienced Early Years teacher and works closely with Prep teacher Bridget Hall
● Riley Joyce and Ivy Leatham
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Local Briefs Book Fair
■ Sacred Heart School, The Parade, Yea, will conduct a Book Fair on Tuesday (Aug. 1) from 9am. Children will view the books on Monday and be able to purchase books on both Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Footy reunion this Saturday ■ Players from the old WarangaNorth East Football Association will gather this Saturday (July 30) in Yea for a reunion. Footballers - from Firsts, Seconds and Thirds, who competed in the WNEFA league that ran from 19131976, will gather at the Royal Mail Hotel from 11.30am. The group will then make its way to the Yea Recreation Reserve to watch
the Yea v Alexandra matches. The Tigers and Rebels were long-term members of the Waranga league. Main members of the Waranga league over the years were Alexandra, Avenel, Bonnie Doon, Broadford, Euroa, Mansfield, Seymour, Thornton and Yea. Other Waranga clubs over the years included Avenel-Longwood, Kilmore, Longwood, Murchison, Nagambie
Rushworth and Tallarook. Thornton was sometimes known as ThorntonEildon or Thornton-Acheron Valley. Yea Football Club was a member of the Waranga league from 1924 to just before World War II. After the War, it continued its membership until 1976, when Yea won the flag. The Tigers had premiership years in 1950, 1960, 1968 and 1976.
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■ A Holden Rodeo 4x4 is still missing after break-ins at Hilldene and Tallarook CFA stations on Monday morning. Burglars jemmied open a door and drove away in the CFAmarked dual 4x4, registered SZR-382 at about 1am Monday. Nothing was taken at Tallarook.
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■ Murrindindi Shire Councillors are due to meet at Alexandra at 6pm tonight (Wed.) to adopt their 2016-17 budget which includes the controversial rates increase of at least 4.3 per cent.
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● Murrindindi Shire’s mobile library van has been ‘written off’ after a single-vehicle accident "Council is currently con■ Murrindindi Shire’s mo- Abbey. “ Council's insurers "Council continues to debile library prime mover has have assessed the damage sidering its options for replac- liver the mobile library serbeen ‘written off’by insurers and advised the vehicle is a ing the prime mover, but un- vice across the Shire via a derstands the importance of 4WD vehicle which contains after a single vehicle acci- write-off.” dent. Ms Abbey said the prime the mobile library service to boxes of books. The times "We are very fortunate mover which tows the mo- the community and so has put and days of this service rethat no other vehicle was in- bile library van was involved in an interim arrangement to main the same. volved in the accident and in a the accident while being ensure the service continues Library users can check that the driver was not hurt,” taken to have routine works uninterrupted," Ms Abbey the schedule at www. said. said Shire CEO Margaret carried out. murrindindi.vic.gov.au
Mystery as Council petitions go missing ■ Petitions with hundreds of signatures and address details have gone missing from four locations in Murrindindi. The petitions, which call for the sacking of Murrindindi Shire CEO MargaretAbbey, Mayor Cr Margaret Abbey, and Councillors, are believed to have been taken by a man who told shop owners: “I’m here to pick-up the petition.” The petitions were collected by the man at: ■ Black Spur Inn, Narbethong; ■ Mitre 10, Yea;
■ Flying Tarts, Kinglake/Pheasant Creek; and ■ Eildon Bakery. Petition organisers Lyn Gunter and Lynne Bailey are hopeful that closed circuit television footage at the locations may reveal the identity of the male who took the petitions. “He came in as bold as brass,” Mrs Gunter said. The matter is being reported to Police. Mrs Gunter apologised to the people who signed the petition, listing their personal addresses.
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National Tree Day ■ National Tree Day is to be staged this Sunday (July 31). Local people are being encouraged to take part in Australia’s biggest tree planting event. From 10.30am until 12.30pm, planting will take place at Deviation Rd, Kinglake All tools and gloves are provided. A barbecue lunch is also being arranged. For more information and to register phone Chris Cobern of Upper Goulburn Landcare Network: 0413 855 490
AGM for Market
■ Criminals are impersonating police when calling the owners of laptops and iPads that have been stolem victims of identity theft after freely handing over passwords and other information to the criminals by phone. “Someone has phoned and pretended to be from the Mill Park Police Station and tells them they’ve recovered their stolen item and they need to get the account name and password off them to confirm it’s theirs,” said Sgt Alex Pratt. - Whittlesea Leader
Clean energy cash
● From left: Anne Mannion, Blackthorn; David Bates, Gallery 34; and Jo Miller; Mannafest, promote Yea as a plastic bag-free town. See report below.
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● Jan Wealands ■ The Annual General Meeting of the Yea Country Market will be held at 5.330pm on Monday, (Aug. 1) at 5.30pm at the Royal Mail Hotel, Yea. edit or@L ocalP aper editor@L ocalPaper aper..c om. om.aa u Those interested in seeing the market with Ash Long, Editor grow and continue are “For the cause that lacks assistance, encouraged to come ‘Gainst the wrongs that need resistance along. For the future in the distance, For more details, contact Jan WeaAnd the good that we can do” lands, Market Secretary, on 0417 561202. ning Committee is ex- to invite both business amining the outcome owners and residents of the rate capping to go plastic bag free. policy on councils’ vi"In a large number ability, service im- of cities in Australia pacts on local commu- businesses no longer ■ Local councils nities and impacts on supply plastic bags," presented their views the provision of local said Bec Bowles, on the Victorian infrastructure. Cittaslow treasurer. Government’s rate "It seems that capping policy at pubpeople very quickly lic hearings in adjust and the impact Wodonga and Euroa on the environment is last week. significant." The Victorian ■ July is Plastic Free In order to introParliament’s Envi- Month and the perfect duce the idea, all main ronment and Plan- time for CittaslowYea street traders in Yea
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will receive a letter inviting them to join others and become plastic bag free. The first three businesses to display a sign declaring they are plastic bag free are Blackthorn Textile Design, Mannafestat the Emporium and Gallery34. The plan is to transition to paper bags, said Adele Anderson.
Tied the knot ■ Popular Yea identity Graeme Clements secured everyone’s attention when a ‘Got Married’ graphic appeared on his Facebook page last week. Graeme explained it this way to friends: “I was mucking around with my profile and made a couple of changes but didn't like what I put so I changed it again and next thing I'm married again. The marvels of FB eh?” We didn’t seek comment from wife June.
Get well Chrissi ■ Molesworth resident Chrissi Ridd has been a patient of the Intensive Care Unitat Maroondah Hospital over the past week. Long Shots wishes Chrissi a speedy recovery.
Local Phone Numbers FIRE BRIGADES (fire only) ............ 000 Local Brigades ............................... 000 POLICE (emergencies only) ............ 000 Kinglake ............................... 5786 1333 Seymour ............................... 5735 0200 Whittlesea ............................ 9716 2102 Yea ....................................... 5 7 9 7 26 30 263 57 AMBULANCE .................................... 000 Alexandra Hospital ............. 5772 0900 Northern Hospital, Epping .. 8405 8000 Seymour Hospital ................ 5793 6100 Yea Hospital ........................... 5 736 0400 57 ST ATE EMERGENC Y SER VICE ......... 000 EMERGENCY SERVICE ■ Lifeline ........................................ 13 11 14 Nursing Mothers Helpline .... 9885 0653 Poisons Info. (24 Hours) .......... 13 11 26 RACV Roadside Assistance ........ 13 1111 RSPCA ................................... 9224 2222
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■ The State Government will pump $210,000 into the development of the visitor hub at Telephone Box Junction, to be wholly powered year round by renewable energy. Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism, Major Projects and Regional Victoria, Danielle Green, visited Mansfield on Monday to announce the funding, noting that TBJ is the pivotal entry point to the high country from the western side of the Great Dividing Range for visitors seeking to enjoy activities on Mount Stirling. - Mansfield Courier
Servo ram raid
■ Brazen thieves ram raided the Nagambie United Petrol Station to steal thousands of dollars worth of cigarettes. They were captured on the station’s CCTV, which showed the thieves arriving in two stolen cars, a Landcruiser and a white Kia wagon. - Euroa Gazette
Hospital money
■ Seymour Health has been allocated $13.25 million from this year’s Victorianbudget — an increase of $290 000 from last year. State funding makes up most of Seymour Health’s budget, with the rest coming from a range of other sources, including residents’ fees, fundraising, and other State and Federal health bodies. - Seymour Telegraph
$2m for pavilions
■ Up to $2 million is allocated to sporting pavilion improvements each year through Yarra Ranges Council’s sporting pavilions spending program. The Council says its program to build and upgrade sporting pavilions and facilities to meet growing demand and encourage female participation is “on track” - The New Free Press
Volunteer on board
■ Warburton CFA Captain, Hazel Clothier, is one of four volunteer fire-fighters appointed to the CFA Board on July 19. The English-born brigade leader came to Australia 16 years ago and moved with her family from the inner city to Warburton eight years ago. - Upper Yarra Mail
Boathole plan
■ The Ruffy Action Group has developed a plan to rejuvenate the Boathole area. In close liaison with the Catchment ManagementAuthority a plan has been drawn up for local comment. For many years during the last century New Years Day sports were held there as well as community picnics and swimming events. The Boathole has had a long connection with community recreation for people in Ruffy, Terip and Caveat. - Granite News
Honorary titles
● Edward Hepburn, on his selection, Hughes Creek, Dropmore, circa 1890.
● Chrissie Ridd
■ Two of Maroondah’s residents have been bestowed with an honour dating back to medieval times: Heathmont’s Anne Hubbard, 79, and Croydon’s Brian Coopersmith, 85, join just five others to be named Honorary Freeman of the City of Maroondah - Lilydale Leader
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Local Briefs Pony shot dead
● Jasmine Leadbeater, 18, walking her horse Scotty at her family’s Toolangi property. Photo: Lilydale Leader ■ A devastated Toolangi family is calling for answers after their horse was shot dead just metres from their house, reports Sam Bidey of the Lilydale Leader. “Andrea Leadbeaterwas woken at 1.30am on Friday (July 15) by a loud gunshot. “The next morning she found her daughter Jasmine’s horse, Scotty, had been shot in the head and killed. “Mrs Leadbeater said she was angry their beloved animal had been shot, especially considering it was so close to the family house on the Smith Rd property,” the Leader said. Jasmine, 18, had owned Scotty for about six months and was training him to become a trail-riding horse. Kinglake Police Leading Senior Constable Roger Wood said a full investigation would now take place with potential charges of aggravated cruelty and firearms offences to be laid if the offender was identified. Anyone with information that could aid the investigation should contact Kinglake Police on 5786 1333.
Bushfire talks
■ Registrations are open for the third annual Living with Bushfire two-day community conference to be held on October 7-8 at the Box Hill Institute Lilydale Lakeside Campus, Jarlo Dr, Lilydale The conference includes presentations from emergency industry experts and networking opportunities. Victorian Emergency Management Commissioner Craig Lapsley, emergency industry experts, researchers and emergency groups will attend the conference, providing practical advice on living safely in high bushfire risk areas. Both days give residents the opportunity to ask questions, create a bushfire survival plan and network with people living in similar areas. The conference is being held between 9am- 4.30pm each day. Tickets: $20 per day + booking fee, A conference dinner is being held on the Friday (Oct. 7) evening with tickets available at $50 each.
Passing of paper pioneer
● Mardie Lambert Photo: Mountain Views Mail
■ Mardie Lambert,founding Editor of Mountain Views newspaper , Healescville, hjas died at age 86. She was a resident at Holmwood Nursing Home. She was 86. The first edition of Mountain Views was published in July 1979. Although based at Healesville, the newspaper had a wide circulation throughout the Yarra Valley. It was originally set up in opposition to the Yarra Valley News, a wrap-around to the Lilydale Express newspaper. “After three years, when the original backer of the paper pulled out, Mardie gathered support to refinance the paper and it struggled on, with Mardie’s husband Harrie joining the company, until it went into liquidation in 1996,” writes Kath Gannaway in yesterday’s Mountain Views Mail. It describes Mardie as a “talented, passionate and committed newspaper woman”.
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$5000 at risk to dispute lawyers ■ Black Saturday bushfire victims waiting for class action pay-out figures seven years after the 2009 disaster, risk a $5000 review cost if they unsuccessfully contest the lawyer’s assessments. The Kilmore EastKinglake Bushfire Class Action Settlement claimants have been told by lawyers Maurice Blackburn to pre-pay a $1200 bond within 14 days if they wish to challenge the loss figure that has been assessed for them/ Any request for a review has to be lodged by August 29. “If the review is unsuccessful, you will be responsible to pay the costs of the review, which is fixed at $5000,” the lawyers
tell the victims in a letter received this month. The lawyer’s letter is signed by Andrew Watson, Scheme Administrator. Mr Watson has outlined final notices of assessment to the bushfire victims who have claimed economic loss and property damage. Mr Watson has cautioned the potential recipients, who must pay until late 2016 or even 2017 to receive their payments, that the figures
quoted in the lawyer’s letters are “only idicative”. “We would strongly advise that you defer making any financial decisions or otherwise relying upon any estimated entitlement percentage, until the end of the assessment process at which time the compensation to which you are entitled will be known and explained to you,” Mr Watson says. Mr Watson says people asking for a review face the risk
that the assessment amount may be lower than that in the current Notice of Assessment. “The review assessment will be binding on you, even if it is lower than the original assessment,” claimants are being told. “Once all economic loss and property damage claims have been assessed, we will be in a position to confirm the exact in hand digure you will receive and pay this amount you. “It is anticipated that payments will be made towards the end of 2016 or early 2017. “Of course if it is possible to dsitribute the settlement funds earlier, we will do so,” says Mr Watson. - with Ashley Geelan Lawyer’s letter - P17
Yea Rotary breaks record
Journalist wanted
■ Alexandra Newspapers, publishers of The Standard and The Chronicle, is advertising in its publications that it requires a full-time ‘Reporter/Journalist’.
Aboriginal heritage
■ Victoria will be the first state in Australia to protect Aboriginal cultural knowledge, artistic traditions, stories, and other cultural heritage under new intangible heritage laws. The new provisions are part of reforms to the Aboriginal Heritage Act set to come into effect on August 1. Currently, there are strong protections around physical Aboriginal heritage, however, this is not replicated for non-physical elements of Aboriginal cultural heritage
● Membership numbers for the Rotary Club of Yea are now at an all time record high. The list now totals 44 members after Thursday night’s induction of Mike Hirons, a Civil Engineer. Bronwyn and Mike Herons are pictured with Ken Maxfield and President John Bett. Ken has transferred from the Rotary Club of North Balwyn.
Just Briefly Bridges at K’lake
■ The Burning Bridges will perform live at the Kinglake Pub from 2pm-5pm on Sunday (July 31).
Fire submissions
■ The Environment and Planning Committee of State Parliament will be conducting three days of public hearings on its inquiry into fire season preparedness. Public hearings were in Melbourne yesterday (Tues.) , and will be in Wodonga today (wed.) and Euroa tomorrow (Thurs.). Local councils, agencies with which the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning coordinate, and a range of community groups will have the opportunity to put their views to the Committee. The inquiry is examining the preparation and planning that is undertaken for fire seasons. It is focusing on the work of DELWP and its agencies, including Parks Victoria. Issues being considered include the planning, implementation and impacts of preventative burning. Submissions are still being received until Friday (July 29), with 43 submissions received so far.
Kinglake Sport Unders outdone Kinglake 1.5 (11) defeated by Mt Evelyn 20.12 (132) at Olinda Ferny-Creek With the senior footballers and netballers having a bye last weekend, it was only the Under 18s footballers and Under 17s netball sides that played last weekeend. The Lakers could only manage to kick one goal in the opening term. Despite further efforts, Kinglake could not manage another goal all day, despite having six more scoring opportunities. This allowed Mt Evelyn to run away with the game. Kinglake's Under 17s netball side was also beaten in the weekend's under-age netball match against Wandin, held at Healesville. This weekend Kinglake plays ThorntonEildon at Kinglake in a must-win game by a significant margin. With all top four sides now on 40 premiership points, (in ladder order) Yarra Glen (145.11 per cent), Kinglake (125.30), Gembrook-Cockatoo(123.40) andAlexandra (112.43%) all now equal first on the ladder, it is shaping a tight contest for the top two ladder positions as we reach the business end of season 2016. Yea and Seville sit just two games outside the top four, on 32 points, with both teams still a chance of making this years finals, depending on results and byes. ★ UNDER 18s MT EVELYN ...... 4.3, 10.5, 15.7, 20.12 (132) KINGLAKE .................1.0, 1.1, 1.3, 1.5 (11) Mt Evelyn. Goals: Mitchell Oultram 9, Matthew Gibbons 2, Liam Peterson 2, Denver Nicholas 2, Tallin Brill, Bayley Forbes, Jack Beamish, Jake English, Jake Oultram. Best: Mitchell Oultram, Jack Beamish, Michael Gibbons, Dylan Watson, Bayley Forbes, Tallin Brill. Kinglake. Goals: Drew Roberts. Best: Ben White, Bailey Robinson, Mason McAllister, Jacob Harwood, Luke Warren, Liam Broderick. ★ NETBALL UNDER 17s WANDIN .................................. 10, 22, 29 (37) KINGLAKE ...................................2, 4, 6 (9) Wandin. Goals: Holly Mcinerney 16, Olivia Weinberg 15, Chloe Dickson 6. Best: Sophie Morse, Chloe Dickson, Olivia Weinberg. Kinglake. Goals: Kelsey Smith 5, Ashlyn Mosedale 3, Erin Attard 1. Best: Jemma Bittles, Ellie Hendrie-McDonald, Ashlyn Mosedale. - Ashley Geelan
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News Briefs Dwelling proposal ■ J.P. McMahon, owner of 70 Murrays Rd, Kinglake, has a plan for construction and use of a dwelling and garage, due to be discussed at the Murrindindi Council meeting to be held tonight (Wed.) at Alexandra. The report presented to Councillors recommends that the permit be refused.
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Exhibition opens ■ Works of Agnes Szetey are due to soon go on exhibition at the Old Post Office, 50 Emily St, Seymour. The exhibition opens Sunday, August 7. Agnes has created more than 30 original oil paintings depicting the Australian landscape and heritage. The multi-roomed gallery will also be displaying work by other noted artists including Paul Margocsy, Vida Pearson, Amanda Hyatt, John Orlando Birt, Ivan Pinaffo and Michelle Endersby. Exhibition continues Wednesday to Sunday 11am-3pm, and Wednesday to Saturday evenings from 6pm. www.artseymour.com.au
Applications down ■ Planning applications have dropped in the past 12 months in Murrindindi Shire, compared to the previous year. Some 217 planning applications were received in the 2015-16 year, compared to 255 in the 2014-15 period. Some 86 per cent of planning permits were determined with 60 days. Average period for permits is 37 days, compared to the previous year’s average of 44.
Shire’s advocacy ■ Murrindindi Shire Council lists its advocacy projects, in a report to Councillors attending the July meeting tonight (Wed.). These include an approach to Senator Bridget McKenzie regarding the need for improved mobile phon coverage, an approach to NBN for more up-to-date information, and a message to the Victorian Building Authority seeking more clarity.
■ Murrindindi Council endorsement is being sought for a $5000 community grant for the Toolangi Sculpture Trail. The Trail Group submitted an application to the Shire Council in the autumn grant round. “The Toolangi Sculpture Trail Group sought funding to support a large scale community arts event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the● International Sculpture Event (UNESCO). “The Group plans to celebrate this event through an opening Tanderrum (traditional ceremony) with the Wurundjeri and Taungurung groups of the Kulin Nation, a professional artist’s residency, a community arts program, and a regional youth and schools’ education program. “Funding is sought to support the design and printing of program booklets and flyers promoting the celebration and related events and
for the creation of signage and banners for use during the event,” a report says. “Unfortunately, the application was accidently omitted from the grant round and the assessment panel has agreed to assess the application now in recognition of the administrative error,” says a report to Councillors. T The panel comprises Cr Margaret Rae, Mayor; MargaretAbbey, Council CEO; and Cr John Kennedy, Deputy Mayor. “The committee recommended that the application be supported, noting the breadth of community and government support which has already been committed to the project,” the report said. The matter is due to go before the full Council meeting to be held at the Alexandra Chambers at 6pm tonight (Wed.).
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Kinglake W plan ■ An planning scheme amendment to allow rezoning of Kinglake West land is due to go on exhibition at the start of August. This will permit the concurrent application for a service station, convenience shop, postal agency, food and drink premises.
They Say . . . That Murrindindi Council’s website ★ boasts that agendas for upcoming meetings is generally uploaded on the previous Friday. The publication of this week’s agenda was 48 hours late.
That Murrindindi Council intends to use ★ 4.6 acres of the Flat Lead Rd property opposite the Yea Saleyards. It is still yet to decide what it will do with the other 175 acres that were purchased, reportedly for close to $800,000.
That the bid to rezone land at Kinglake ★ for a cemetery and crematorium is currently on exhibition until September 8. The
end date for submissions was originally published by the Murrindindi Council asAugust 8. That Murrindindi Council’s agenda for ★ its meeting tonight (Wed.) includes selfcongratulations for the planning department,
based on a total of four responses to the ‘Customer Satisfaction Survey’.
That Murrindindi Council expected to ★ achieve $142,342 from supplementary valuations of rateable properties. That rate revenue from this area will be $25,628 “above budget”.
That a question is pending whether a ★ public official spent above their allowed limit on a budgeted expenditure item.
● Victorian Governor Linda Dessau admits Dr Nicolson as a Knight of the Order of St. John for his services as a volunteer. Photo: St John Ambulance "I have a very simple view," ■ Victorian Governor Linda without the help of my family, Dessau this month admitted 75- and the support of my wife, and he said. "I derive my income year-old Freemason Dr Iain working with a really top-grade from the community and therefore I like to give back to the Nicolson, of Gippsland team," Dr Nicolson said. Lodge, as a Knight of the OrThe award, a St. John cross community." And give back to the comder of St. John for his services, and a "breast jewel", will "sit munity he did, volunteering for which include a stint during the quietly at home" while Dr St John Ambulance for the past 2009 Black Saturday fires. Nicolson goes back to work. 28 years. Retirement, he said, Dr Nicolson is only the third Dr Nicolson, who moved Victorian and the 10th Austra- from England with his wife to was not a word in his vocabulian to be bestowed with the Victoria 39 years ago, took up lary. Dr Nicolson continues to honour. a medical practice as a coun- practice medicine as well as He said it was an "enor- try GP in Toora, South lecture at Monash Rural mous privilege" to receive the Gippsland. Health East Gippsland. honour, which gets the final nod "Volunteering however," Dr He said it was every of approval from the Queen. Nicolson said, "was the first doctor's responsibility to pass "Without wishing to sound step towards being accepted as on their skills to the next gencorny, it couldn't have been a local in Victoria" eration.
Seymour Magistrates’ Court Criminal Case Listings Plaintiff / Informant /Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division. Thursday, July 28 Victoria Police v Mcdonald, Francis Charles. Ciu-Mitchell Victoria Police v Di Stefano, Alexander. Uni-Euroa Victoria Police v Watts, Ricky. UniKinglake Victoria Police v Willcocks, Darren. Uni-Euroa Victoria Police v Nathanson, Roni. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police v Byrne, Rory John. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police v Remilton, Reilly. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police v Roland, Bruce. Psa Mitchell-Ed3 Victoria Police v Brandi, Brett. UniSeymour Victoria Police v O'donnell, Warrick. Uni-Heidelberg Victoria Police v Brain, David John. Dtu-Seymour Victoria Police v Adams, Damyon. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police v Jordan, Chelsea May. Highway PatrolSeymour Victoria Police v Al-Hashimi, Ahmad Abdulkadem. UniKilmore Victoria Police v Di Stefano, Alexander Rocco. Uni-Nagambie Victoria Police v Latina, Robert Sebastian. State Hwy Patrol-North Victoria Police v Thorpe, Michelle. Highway PatrolSeymour Victoria Police v Tihema, Isaac. State Hwy PatrolNorth Victoria Police v Du Plessis, Nicholaas Jacobus. Heavy Vehicle Unit Victoria Police v Di Stefano, Alexander. UniSeymour Victoria Police v Rhue, Paul. UniNagambie Victoria Police v Biggs, Marilyn Uni-Nagambie Victoria Police Degiorgio, Patrick. Uni-Wallan Victoria Police v Brain, David John. Uni-Seymour
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People Pars ■ Yea Cemetery was the final destination after a Funeral Service last Friday (July 22) to remember the life of Warwick David Smith. The service was held at the Bamford Chapel, Seymour, with the cortege then proceed to the Yea Cemetery for burial. ■ Member for Euroa, Steph Ryan, is encouraging local landholders to make a submission to a Victorian Parliament inquiry into the control of invasive animals such as wild dogs, foxes, feral cats, deer, rabbits, and feral pigs and goats
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■ These days the electronic mail flows thick and fast and most of it 'goes through to the keeper'. But amongst the dross there is always something that not only catches your eye but proves to be worth stopping and reading properly. Lately a couple of such attention-worthy email notifications caught my eye and I thought I would share them with you. The first was via a media release from the Victorian State Government headed 'Recognising Our Local Champions' and my immediate reaction was "I'm sure we have many in our community who could be described in this way" - so I read some more. This media release was calling for nominations for the Premier's Volunteer Champions Awards. Nominated by their community this is an award to celebrate the important role volunteers play in creating more connected, happier and healthier communities. To highlight the significant number of volunteers who contribute so much to their communities, and the variety and impact of volunteering effort across the state, up to 60 volunteers will be formally recognised across the following five categories of award. Leadership Award - the Leadership Award recognises people who have shown exceptional influence or leadership in support of a community, people, groups, organisation or cause in Victoria Change MakerAward - the Change Maker Award celebrates people who have taken an innovative or creative approach to supporting a community, people, groups, organisation or cause in Victoria. Impact Award - the Impact Award recognises people who have made a significant impact on a community, people, groups, organisation or cause in Victoria. Service Award - the Service Award pays tribute to community minded people who have made persistent and selfless contributions to a community, people, groups, organisation or cause in Victoria. Teamwork Award - the Teamwork Award celebrates collaboration or teamwork in support of a community, people, groups, organisation or cause in Victoria. Award recipients and their nominators will be invited to a celebration and ceremony in December in Melbourne, at which the Premier's Volunteer of the Year, Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Award, selected from the award recipients, will also be announced. Nominations are now open and close at 5pm on Tuesday, August 9. Details on how to nominate and more detailed criteria can be found at www.volunteer.vic.gov.au/awards . We have some wonderful people in our community who give generously of their time and effort and without whom many groups and organisations simply would not exist so please think about nominating someone. The other email was from an organisation called Planet Ark which many of you will be familiar with and it was promoting National Tree Day and Schools Tree Day. This is an initiative which will appeal very much to our Landcare Groups and environmentalists but is also really relevant to our school communities. This year Planet Ark is celebrating 20 years of National Tree Day and Schools Tree Day which is Australia's largest community treeplanting and nature care event. Schools Tree Day is on Friday (July 29) and National Tree Day is on Sunday (jULY 31). It is astounding to learn that since 1996 more than 3.8 million people have planted 22.3 million trees and plants. So why not jump onto their website at http://treeday.planetark.org/research/, watch their video and learn more about the sorts of activities you can get involved in. For those of you who might be interested in learning more about the benefits of trees in the context of our overall health and wellbeing, there is a report available for download called Adding Trees - A Prescription for Health, Happiness and Fulfilment. The research illustrates that nature has medically and scientifically beneficial effects that enable people to grow healthier, happier, brighter, calmer and closer and reveals, for example, that 86 per cent of Australians who have a close connection to nature are significantly more likely to consider themselves happy in life overall. An aim to which we all aspire.
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Focus on quad bike safety ■ The State Labor Government is taking action to tackle the numbers of deaths and serious injuries on Victorian farms caused by quad bikes. Addressing the Victorian Farmers Federation conference on Friday, Premier Daniel Andrews announced a $6 million subsidy scheme for farmers to make their quad bikes safer. The scheme provides rebates to farmers to either fit rollover protection devices on existing quad bikes or help them purchase an alternative safer vehicle. Last year, 22 people tragically lost their lives in quad bike incidents in Australia. In Victoria, two
● Premier Daniel Andrews farmers have lost their down workplace falives on farms in the talities and injuries. past three months afWorkSafe will also ter being crushed be shortly releasing a when their quad bikes major public awareoverturned. ness campaign in reThe rebate sup- gional Victoria on the ports a recent decision risks associated with by WorkSafe to in- using quad bikes on clude appropriately farms. fitted rollover protecEligible farmers tion devices on quad will be offered up to bikes to its list of app- $600 each for up to proved safety mea- two quad bikes to fit sures to help drive rollover protection
(known as an operator protection device or OPD), or $1200 towards the cost of buying a more appropriate work vehicle. It is estimated that more than 5000 farmers will receive the rebate over the twoyear life of the scheme, which will be managed by WorkSafe Victoria and the VFF. “This is about saving lives and we encourage every eligible farmer to make use of this rebate and stay safe,” Mr Andrews said. Agriculture makes up just three per cent of the Victorian workforce but suffers almost 30 per cent of workplace fatalities.
Ag education returns ■ Agricultural education is returning to Glenormiston with the announcement that a preferred operator has been identified for the historic college and that negotiations will finalise the terms of the sale of the site. Acknowledge Education , an established registered training organisation, has been selected following an Expression of Interest campaign. Its partners in the bid are Total Livestock Genetics, a Camperdown company working in animal genetics and reproductive technologies, and Volume Group, a global business with a commitment to acquiring and restoring heritage-value sites. AE’s proposal includes an educational hub
at Glenormiston focusing on delivering courses in areas including agriculture, manufacturing, horticulture, conservation and land management, business, tourism, transport and logistics. It plans to offer a balance of Victorian Government funded and fee-for-service training at Glenormiston from early 2017 to both domestic and international students. Also planned is a cattle, dairy and crop farm to support practical training and accommodation for students. The proposal includes a role for South West Institute of TAFE to be involved in the future operation of the site.
Mental health support for Victorian farmers
■ Farmers from more than 4000 Victorian farms will be able to tap into extended counselling and support services as part of the Labor State Government’s $1.5 million assistance package to support dairy farmers and their families. Minister for Mental Health, Martin Foley, said more than $800,000 would be allocated to support the health and wellbeing of farmers, including counselling services. Support programs will also be developed in consultation with farmers to best meet their needs. The package provides more support for phone based services and up to 30 additional mental health first aid sessions in impacted communities. The Look Over The Farm Gate program will be expanded and support for 23 local government areas to drive easy access to support by developing area specific information and advice. The Government is provid-
● Martin Foley ing $11.4 million in assistance to support farmers who are currently experiencing particularly difficult times. This also includes working with regional staff and service providers to ensure they are aware and ready to respond to
affected dairy farmers and their families. For information on the package and support available visit: w w w. a g r i c u l t u re . v i c . gov.au/agriculture/dairy/support-for-dairy-farmers or call 136 186. Dairy farmers and their families who need immediate support are encouraged to call Lifeline on 13 11 14 “We know our farmers are resilient and proud people, but we also know that even the most resilient need support during these difficult times for the dairy sector,” Mr Foley said. “We will continue to work with service providers and community organisations to ensure this funding is providing the best and most targeted support.” Jaana Pulford, Agriculture Minister said: “We will continue to put farmers and their families first by providing them with the support they need to look after themselves during this tough time.”
From Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser. July 31, 1936
Dogs poisoned
■ Following so closely on the recent incident in which two local youths risked their lives to save a doig from death comes the report from the same locality that three dogs have been poisoned by baits.
Successful Ball
■ The interior of the Greensborough Masonic Hall presented a gala appearance on Friday evening last on the occasion of the third annual ball of the local R.S.S.I.L.A. branch. The hall was artistically decorated by the capable hlands of Miss Marshall, of Yarrambat. The numerous paper streamers and baskets of flowrs, were in autumn tints. Favored by large and representative attendance, especially from suburban branches, the ball was anoutstand ng social success
At Queenstown
■ Work is proceeding apace with the levelling of the Queenstown sports ground. Although rain has made conditions for the workmen. and horses difficult, quite a noticeable improvement has already been made.
Whittlesea dairying
■ Whittlesea is renowned as a dairying centre but the news of the success of Mr R. M. Chirnside's herd in winning the championship in the Government Herd Test for the second .year in succession will shed fresh lustre on the district. The achievement of one of the cows, Mornmoot Princess Madeira, in producing 773.16 lbs of butter fat is remarkable and reflects great credit on the breeder.
Eltham land sale
■ A sale of six blocks of land, two containing houses and other buildings, will be held at Eltham to-morrow. The land, which is portion of the estate of the late Mr E. Falkner, is close to the Eltham High Sohool, and being so convenient to the town should prove attractive to bidders. One lot adjoins the High School and has an almost new five-roomed-home, and another with a four-roomed home is suitable for market garden ing. Others will make convenient building allotments. The auctioneers are Messrs C. Jessop and Co., Greensborough, and Shallard Bros., Eltham. The sale will commence at 3.15pm.
Children’s concert
■ Eltham residents were treated to an, excellent concert pro gram on We nesday, when pupils of Mrs Greta Cadman L.L.C.M., and: Miss Athol Brain, combined in an effort to raise funds for the new hall uilding.
Footballers’ dance
■ Although the attendance was not up to expectation, the dance conduc ted on Saturday by the (Greensborough) Football Club in the Plenty Hall was a successful function. During the evening several novelty dances were indulged in, and the prizewinners were Mr and Mrs E. Pepper and Miss E. Wilson and partner. The ladies provided an excellent supper. Mr Stuchberry was an efficient M.C.,. and Wieland's ‘Romeo’ band supplied firstclass music.
Hotel changes
■ M. and Madame Rasquin have taken theKinglake Hotel which for the last three years has been conducted by Mr. Gus Oliver. For ten years M. and Madame Rasquin conducted the Maison Rasquin at the east end of Collins street, opposite the Freemasons Hall and their restaurant was a favorite place of resort for. the business men and diners out of Melbourne who appreciated a good meal.
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Junior Netball Yea against Seymour. Yea U12 Q1. The Yea girls came out strong with some great defence work but early scoring from Seymour. Jordyn had some strong passes and intercepts, Bridie H played strong with solid passes in a team that played a tactical first qtr. Yea 0, Seymour 6. Q2. Great patient passing with Grace showing the team her athletic skills. Solid team work in the Yea goal circle and solid defence by Lucia at the Seymour goal end meant the scoring slowed and the Yea girls had more shots at goals with Olivia scoring the first goal for Yea and Grace followed shortly afterwards. Yea 3, Seymour 11 Q3. Pressure from Yea's defence saw Seymour making mistakes and Yea took advantage with another two quick goals Arienne and Chloe playing well in the centre against some very tall competition with thoughtful passing and snazzy footwork. Yea 7, Seymour 16 Q4. Bridie M and Chloe started well with passes and solid ground work against a tiring Seymour side. Yea kept their energy consistent and were able to keep the pressure to Seymour so the scores were kept respectable. Final score: Yea 7 def by Seymour 20 Awards: Royal Mail Hotel - Jordyn Beattie, Tiger Bucks - Lucia Clarke and Chloe Butterworth Under 14. Division 1. Q1. There was intensity from the start of this game. Amazing intercepts by Maggie and strong shooting by Jordy and Abby C. Abby B's hands over defensive pressure created several turnovers. Yea 8, Seymour 3 Q2. Heba came on this quarter in WD. The Tigers were strong in the attacking end with the shooters again working well. Ruby intercepted several passes, great defence work by Sam causing several turnovers. The rain made the conditions very slippery. Yea 18, Seymour 5 Q3. The Tigers worked really will together, Ebony and Sam were strong in defence and Ruby and Maggie as always very reliable in the midcourt feeding beautifully to the shooters. Yea 29, Seymour 11 Q4. A couple of changes this quarter with Ruby going into GD, Maggie into C and Heba into WA. Again the girls all worked well together this quarter. Final Score: Yea 42 def Seymour 16 Awards: Royal Mail Hotel - Jordy Watts, Tiger Bucks - Heba Blair
Under 12 footy
■ The Tigers faced the Seymour Lions on a sodden home ground this week. Our boys dominated play for much of the first term but could not hit the scoreboard, until Reece Hargreaves found space and kicked one late in the term. ¼ time: Yea 1.1 (7) to Seymour 0.0 (0) The game tightened up in the second quarter. Seymour drove the ball forward numerous times but were met with strong opposition from key defender Lucas Zipsin. ½ time: Yea 1.3 (9) to Seymour 0.0 (0) The third quarter was a grind. Despite Riley Slevin and Luke Kelderman dominating in the centre of the ground and Austen Ross playing well across half-back the Tigers forwards could not break through Seymour's defenders. At three quarter time it was anyone's game. ¾ time: Yea 1.4 (10) to Seymour 0.1 (1) The Tigers dug in during the final term, determined not to give up their narrow advantage on the scoreboard. Hayden Marks lifted, as did Tobias Philpott who provided much needed support to the team at centre half back, as the game became an epic arm wrestle. The Tigers produced the match winning play late in the term transitioning the ball from the back flank via Riley Slevin, Oliver Wischer and Riley 'Franky' Frankcombe. Franky then put the ball in Jackson Grech's hands who tore into the left forward pocket and kicked the sealer. Final scores: Yea 2.5 (17) to Seymour 0.1 (1). Goal kickers: Reece Hargreaves & Jackson Grech Awards: Royal Mail Hotel voucher Austen Ross; Tiger bucks - Dominik Ciantar, Luke Kelderman, Lucas Zipsin and Jackson Grech.
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Yea’s finals hopes remain alive Yarra Junction 6.11 (47) defeated by Yea 14.9-93 Yea has kept its finals hopes alive with a critical win against Yarra Junction, running away with the match by 46 points on the back of a superb last quarter. With their season on the line, the Tigers recovered from a quarter-time deficit to take an 11-point lead into the second term, one where heavy rain turned the contest into a tough, congested affair. Two goals apiece in the third quarter saw the visitors increase their advantage by a point at the final break before getting on top in the midfield and slamming on six goals to zero to ice the game. James Flynn produced arguably his best game in yellow-and-black with three important goals from the midfield, while Tom Butterworth was immense in the ruck, spending most of the day at the centre bounces with James Marasco out injured. Julian Mahon's desperation was outstanding, Matt Ivill (four goals) provided an excellent target at centre half forward and Ashley Hobbs’s prolific season in front of the big sticks continued with five majors.
The match was called off with five minutes to go after Brad Cunningham was knocked out, with the on baller requiring medical attention. Yea has another integral game coming up this Saturday against rivals Alexandra. Yea. Goalkickers: A. Hobbs 5, J. Ivill 4, J. Flynn 3, B. Cunningham, D. O’Dwyer. Best Players: A. Hobbs, J. Flynn, J. Ivill, K. Giovannini, T. Butterworth, K. Spagnolo. Yarra Junction. Goal Kickers: T. Wheeler 2, A. Chandler, T. Hancock, S. Caldwell, R. Hancock. Best Players: E. Wadsworth, D. Williams, B. Wragg, T. Wheeler, T. Hancock, J. Swinden ★ RESERVES Yarra Junction 6.10 (46) defeated by Yea 9.3 (57) Yea's golden run has continued with a fourth consecutive victory, this time in the form of an 11-point win over Yarra Junction. The result has ensured that the Tigers are still in the running to play finals football, a remarkable achievement considering the side's record early in the season. After managing just a solitary behind in the
first term, Yea bounced back from a 16-point disadvantage to snatch the lead at the major break thanks to a four goal second quarter. Another four majors in the third was a prime example of the visitors excellent running game and allowed the Tigers to grab a 17-point buffer at the final change that the Eagles simply couldn' reel in. Lachie Beattie (two goals) was excellent once again, Tom O'Dwyer did plenty of grunt work in the air and Brendan Bullen relished the slippery conditions with a hard working performance. Lindon Young, Peter Kiss and Lachie White all proved dangerous in the forward half to finish with two goals apiece, while Jarryd Garlick was tireless through the midfield. Yea faces a tough assignment this weekend against Alexandra. Yea. Goalkickers: P. Kiss 2, L. Beattie 2, L. Young 2, L. White 2, T. O''Dwyer. Best Players: L. Beattie, T. O''Dwyer, B. Bullen, L. White, P. Kiss Yarra Junction. Goalkickers: S. Hills 3, A. Dajlan, J. Blackler, R. Hancock. Best Players: J. Blackler, S. Stanley, S. Hills, H. Lubeck, J. Taylor, C. Ferguson.
D-Grade netballers on winners’ list D-GRADE D-Grade was back on the winners list with a comprehensive win over Yarra Junction on Saturday morning. After their loss to Powelltown last week the girls were much improved this week, none more so than Alicia O'Connor who earnt her coaches praises after the game for her strong holds in the goal circle and her great combination with Kim Slavin. Both girls used the goal circle well, making their space and front position without out positioning each other. As usual Judy Watts was a workhorse in the Centre and received BOC honours and Nicola Carpenter was also fantastic whilst on court, intercepting numerous Yarra Junction centre passes to propel Yea into attack. The defensive pressure was evident all over the court with Junction only scoring one goal in the first three quarters and 4 for the whole game. Yea winners 32-4. Yea 27 def Yarra Junction 4 Goals: A. O'Connor 19, K. Slavin 8. Best: Judy Watts, K. Slavin, S. Lobley. Award: Alicia O'Connor. ★ C-GRADE The Tigers had another good win against Yarra Junction to keep their hopes of a top three position alive. Yea were much too good for their opponents on Saturday getting an early lead and never looking back. Kate and Jess were brilliant in goals all game and the latter made many vital intercepts when Junction tried to bring the ball back out of defence. As always Deb was as solid as a rock at GK and combines well with the three girls who rotate the defensive end - Em, Chels and Rach. All girls read the play beautifully to turnover plenty of ball in Yea's favour. Molly, Kirstie and Em W worked hard in the midcourt making plenty of goal assists to Jess and Kate, who both shot at a high percentage. With three games remaining and all of them against top five sides,
the girls combinations are going nicely at the right time and they should be confident coming up against all these sides. Yea 36 def Yarra Junction 16 Goals: J. Armstrong 25, K. Elliott 11. Award: Jess Armstrong. ★ B-GRADE B-Grade scored a big win over Yarra Junction with a consistent four-quarter performance and great team play. Yea were better right from the start with great defensive coverage and hard and fast attacking play. By half-time the Tigers were leading 26-5 and weren't about to stop. They continued their all court defensive pressure in the second half and Yarra Junction just didn't have any answers, struggling to get the ball into the goal ring for limited attempts at goal. With a 35-goal lead at the last break, Brooke Lloyd was moved
into GS to test her shooting abilities and she didn't disappoint, setting up in great position and slotting 9 goals for the quarter. Bridget O'Dywer was busy in three positions for the day, defence, attack and the centre court. Nikki Waghorn played a great game on the wings and Lauren Cronk was as reliable as ever in defence. But all in all it was a fantastic team effort. Yea 65 def Yarra Junction 18 Goals: C. Hayes 30, A. Akers, 26, B. Lloyd 9. Award: Lauren Cronk ★ A-GRADE In almost a replica of their earlier season clash, Yarra Junction got the four points after a strong first quarter. Junction were the better of the two teams in the first quarter in what was ultimately the difference in the game. Their 15-6 first quarter lead left
the Tigers playing catch up for the remainder of the game, which was evenly contested from that point. Yea continually chipped away at the quarter time lead and at times during the second half were able to get within 4 goals but Yarra Junction were able to just keep them at bay with vital turnovers. At the end of the game the Tigers girls had gone down by five goals, but knew that they had their chances and can be more than capable of knocking off Junction if they should meet during the finals. Meg and Megan were both excellent in the defensive ring, as was Hannah out at WD. Nik and Sarah were gallant in the goal ring against a very experienced and tight defender and Emma, Chels and Soph were important through the midcourt with their relentless defensive pressure. Yarra Junction 32 def Yea 27 Goals: S. Armstrong 16, N. Watts 11. Award: Chelsea Spagnolo
Council Extra
‘Soft launch’ for prospectus
● Pictured, from left: Shivaun Brown (Murrindindi Shire Council Manager Development Services); Cr Christine Challen; Don Knight, David Stirling and Jenny Pullen (Project Steering Committee); Bob Elkingon (Murrindindi Shire Council Co-Ordinator Business Development); Anthony Slot (featured Local Business Owner); Brad Quilliam (President, Murrindindi Incorporated); Sally McDonald (Project Manager); and Cr John Kennedy
■ Murrindindi Shire Council has had a “soft launch” of its new investment and growth-focused website, www.murrindindi investment.com.au The State Government has funded the marketing platform geared to build the Shire's profile as an investment destination. Materials created in the Prospectus highlights the clear link between investing and relocating. The event was held at Marysville. Cr John Kennedy reflected on the Project's journey. "The development of a commercial, investment-focussed marketing project was initially conceived as a 'back in business' bushfire recovery initiative. “Thanks to the foresight and expertise of the tireless Steering Committee, we have exceeded this goal by developing a comprehensive and future-focussed investment prospectus which showcases some of the great investment opportunities across the Shire,” he said.
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Local Football
By Donna Slevin
● Sam Charles in Yea Under 10 football
● Tyson Garlick
● Oliver Wischer
● James Cudmore and Jackson Grech
● Ben Charles, Hayden Marks, Johnny Turvey, Reece Hargreaves
● Casey Wilsmore, Dominik Ciantar, Luke McMaster, Joshua Young
● Zac Firmin (Yea Under 16s)
● Zac Firmin and Khyal Hildebrand
The Last Word
Murrindindi Council attracts 20 people to 5 sessions ■ Murrindindi Shire Council has issued a media release celebrating that it attracted “over 20 people” to five sessions about how to use its new website. The Council held five drop-in sessions - one each in Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea during July. The media release quotes Chief Executive Officer Margaret Abbey to say that “there was a positive response to the drop-in sessions and to the new smart functions on Council's website. “"Over 20 members of the community at-
tended the sessions across the Shire. A number of those represented community groups and events that might not otherwise have listed on our website". "These sessions followed work done by our Communications Unit to contact all community groups listed on Council's old Community Directory to ensure we had their details correct. “The beauty of the new Community Directory is that it has automatic reminders which alert community groups to ensure their details remain correct and up to date.
“I think this will be a valuable resource for those wishing to make contact with community groups, either with a view to joining or accessing the services they provide,” Ms Abbey said. “"The new 'Events' section on Council's website is also a terrific resource for both residents and visitors looking for upcoming events in and around the Shire. “The new platform will give events in Murrindindi Shire greater exposure by posting events on Australia's national platform for digital tourism,” Ms Abbey said.
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Lawyer’s letter ■ Maurice Blackburn Lawyers have this month sent this communication to Kilmore East -Kinglake Bushfire Class Action claimants: “We refer to our correspondence of July 7, 2016, in relation to the settlement distribution for the Kilmore East – Kinglake Bushfire Class Action. “We are writing to provide you with information regarding a recent Ruling made by the Court on the progress of the settlement administration. “The Supreme Court of Victoria supervises and monitors the progress of the settlement administration process. “On July 15, 2016, Justice J Forrest handed down Matthews v Ausnet (Ruling No.42). A copy of this Ruling is available on the Supreme Court of Victoria’s website at: http://assets.justice.vic.gov.au//supreme/resources/9a0e623f-4c97-418c-ab75efcd8fcd7fa2/matthewsvausnet_ruling+no. 42_15+july+16.pdf .We encourage all group members to read the Ruling. “In preparing this Ruling, Justice J Forrest considered the evidence regarding the administration of the settlement distribution presented at the most recent Case Management Conference. “Key points from the Ruling are: “Justice J Forrest is ‘satisfied that the steps taken to date … have been reasonable and in the best interests of the Group Members.’ “His Honour is also impressed with the progress made to date in relation to the assessment of personal injury and economic loss and property damage claims. “It is essential for all individual claims to be assessed before compensation is distributed to group members to ensure the distribution of funds between group members is fair and equitable. “Importantly, Justice J Forrest considered whether there were any circumstances in which it would have been possible for the settlement administration and distribution to have occurred more quickly. He confirmed that the Court does not have the resources to assess group members’ individual claims, and that any assessment process conducted by the Court would have been ‘overly legalistic, cumbersome and traumatic’ for many group members. “he Ruling also considers whether it would have been more efficient to engage a scheme administrator other than Maurice Blackburn to conduct the settlement administration process, and concludes that this would have ‘significantly delayed the processing of the claims and provided no discernible benefit.’ “ The time frames of this settlement distribution were comparable with those of other class actions, including other Black Saturday bushfire class actions comprising much smaller numbers of individuals. “Justice J Forrest concluded: ‘The end result is that it is unfortunate and regrettable that there has to be any delay from the date of settlement to date of distribution, but for there to be an equitable and cost efficient distribution amongst the group members, the SDS must be complied with. What is important is endeavouring to minimise the delay, but at the same time ensuring that the assessment process is carried out fairly. For my part, I am satisfied that has occurred here.’ Outcome of independent costs audit “In our correspondence of July 7, 2016, we advised that the court-appointed independent costs expert provided the Court with an expert report auditing the costs incurred in the settlement distribution process to date. “The costs expert concluded that all of the work done by the Settlement Distribution Team was reasonable and that the costs incurred were reasonable considering the huge amount of detailed and complex work that has been undertaken to assess group members’ claims accurately and efficiently. “Justice J Forrest has accepted the independent costs expert’s conclusions and found that the costs incurred to date by the Settlement Distribution Team are reasonable. “I reiterate our commitment to managing and conducting this settlement administration in an efficient, cost-effective and timely way, whilst remaining sensitive to the needs of individual group members. The Settlement Distribution Team is doing everything possible to ensure that settlement distribution can occur towards the end of 2016 or early 2017,” said AndrewWatson of Maurice Blackburn.
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