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■ Echo Taskforce detectives arrested a man alleged to be a patched Comanchero member wanted as part of an ACT Police investigation. Echo investigators were contacted by ACT Police requesting assistance in arresting the man and supporting his extradition process for his return to the ACT. With the assistance of Australian Federal Police, Echo detectives attended Melbourne Airport and arrested a 30-year-old Coombs man. His arrest follows the execution of a warrant by ACT Police at his home address on April 30 as part of an investigation into drug trafficking and firearm related offending. He was to face ACT Magistrates’ Court, charged with trafficking a controlled drug

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Cosy open fire. Today’s Menu Charcuterie Boards: Your choice of a meat platter, cheese platter, or fish platter all accompanied with fresh home grown and made produce, for example, vegetables, gluten free pesto’s, chutneys, nuts, etc,

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Local People Vale Paddy Bamford

● Patricia Phyllis Elizabeth de Burgh Bamford ■ The Yea community is mourning the passing of Paddy Bamford last Thursday (May 5) at the age of 95. Paddy was living at the Eventide Aged Care facility at Charters Towers in Far North Queensland. She and her late husband Harold farmed at ‘Henderside’, Yea, near Cheviot. Her family (Bill, Celia and Rupert) said: “Our mother had a very full asnd interesting life, from growing up at Wyaldra near Julia Creek, her singing career, then her family. “The three of us, as well as the adopted family from all corners oif the world .. she loved meeting new people, hearing their stories and learning about their history.” The Bamfords were involved in ADP(Aid to Displaced Persons/Aide Dominque Pire). Son Rupert said of his mother in later life: “Paddy went back to the Outback cooking and cleaning on some some properties of the regions. She had great rapport with many people, including a worker determined not to wash up his plate. A few nights with Pat, he did all the washing up.” Family friend Lisa Rudd (nee Canning) recalls her family living on the Henderside property, and writing to Mrs Bamford with appreciation for many memories: “Arriving home after school to your open fire where we toasted bread and lavished it with honey -washed down with a sweet, warm drink. “Helping you in the kitchen to prepare food for the shearers and delivering it with pride to the shearing shed. “Sweeping the wool from the shed floor, painting ‘goo’ on the nicked sheep’s wounds and generally getting under everyone’s feet but always being made to feel valued and appreciated. “The treat of going to your wonderful vegie patch and picking fresh corn for my dinner. “The excitement of yabbying in the dams and the delicious, messy meals that followed. “Welcoming your guests from all over the world and sharing the joys of Henderside with them - especially the campfires and billy tea, made with such flair by Mr Bamford. “The sounds of the grand piano and happy guests enjoying your welcoming hospitality. Your beautiful singing voice that echoed around the homestead and filled St Luke’s Church. “I wanted to write to you, Mrs bamford, to thank you for all these wonderful childhood experiences and also to let you know that I am carrying your positive influences forward through the work I am involved with at Glenorchy City Council in Tasmania. “Your volunteer work and amazing efforts with Aid To Displaced People (ADP) has impacted on my life and my career path in many ways. “I am now developing projects and initiatives that contribute towards creating communities and building welcoming cities.” Lisa Rudd says she wanted to say thanks to Paddy Bamford for a wonderful, care free childhood at Henderside, an important and deeply valued legacy.

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FOOTBALL HISTORY MADE BY BROADFORD-YEA

■ In the earliest years of the Yea Football Club, a 1894 meeting decided that the club colours would be blue-and-white. A Broadford club official said that it was thought that its original colours were a black guernsey with a yellow stripe. A Broadford-Yea team hit the Warburton oval last Saturday (May 7), with the Reserves side in yellow-and-black, and the Seniors in blue-and-white. The sides have come together in 2022, after both sides found difficulty in fielding full teams, partly because of the after-effects of the COVID pandemic. Officials from both clubs hope that the merged teams arrangement for this year only, with each to resume independently in 2023. Yea and Broadford team officials have been working co-operatively behind the scenes, with the aim of being able to build a certain future for junior football and netball players. Because of injury, Yea contributed only three players for the first combined team. They were

Nick Gilbee, Will Schwab and Jordan Harry. According to team manager Tom O’Dwyer, the first Broadford-Yea Seniors team listed comprised Liam Lucas, James Hibbens, Brayden Hardstaff, Neeson Cook, Neil Johnson, Angus Norris, James Duell, Lachlan Phillips, Sean Duggan, Isaac Smithwick, Jacob Tilley, Harley Austin, Bryce Fleming, Tom Knight, Tynan Howard, Jeremy Bradshaw, James Delaney, Nick Gilbee, Jordan Harry, Shanyn Kearney, William Scwab and Ty-Reece Morgan. The first Yea-Broadford Reserves team list comprised Aaron Altham, Ricky Bentley, Fabian Berbia, James Cudmore, Dean Clue, Henry Creed, Nathan De La Rue, Matt Dunbar, James Edwards, Aaron Gleeson, Jackson Harding, Branden Henry, Ty-Reece Morgam Bailey Nund, Ian Porter, Chris Russell, Paul Sporton, Connor Stute, Toby Ward, Lachlan White, Reece Hargreaves, Ben Keyses and Austen Ross. - Ash Long

Local Briefs Glenburn session

■ Murrindindi Council invites community members to attend a drop-in session at the Glenburn Community Hall on Monday (May 16) between 5pm and 6.30 pm to view the proposed construction plans for Break O’Day Bridge and to chat with Council staff about the project. Those unable to attend the drop-in session and have questions or concerns about the project, please give Council a call on 5772 0333.

Vision for reserve

■ The City of Whittlesea invites residents to share their ideas for future improvements to Lowalde Recreation Reserve at Epping. Community feedback will help shape the Council’s upcoming master plan for the expansive reserve, which will bring to life significant short- and long-term improvements, including the opportunity for new sports and playground equipment, lighting upgrades, and inviting picnic and barbecue areas. City of Whittlesea Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson said that the master plan will provide a holistic vision for Lowalde Recreation Reserve, with a range of different features and activities designed to balance the needs of visitors of all ages and abilities. “We’re planning real and meaningful improvements at Lowalde Recreation Reserve that reflect the current and future needs of the local community,” Ms Wilson said. Community drop-in sessions will be held at Lowalde Recreation Reserve, 31 Lowalde Drive, Epping on Tuesday, May 24 from 2pm-4pm and Thursday May 26 from 8am10.30am to share your ideas in-person with Council staff. To share feedback online visit www.engage.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/lowalde. Submissions close May 29. The implementation of the master plan actions is expected to start late-2023.

Members wanted

● Liam Lucas (second from right) was prominent for Broadford-Yea.

■ Yarra Ranges Tourism Limited, the official Regional Tourism Board for the promotion of Victoria’s Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges tourism region, seeks to appoint an Independent Chair and one Skills Based Director. The not-for-profit organisation seeks that it s Chair and Director will be responsible for the strategic direction of the company and overseeing its successful operation. This is a voluntary role with a small per annum honorarium paid. Applications will be received until 5pm Monday, June 6, and should be forwarded to Ms Helen Ruddell via email at h.ruddell@yarraranges.vic.gov.au Applicants should clearly nominate the position they are applying for on theirapplication. All applications will be acknowledged, a representative said.

Soccer at S. Morang

● Yea player Nick Gilbee tackles hard in the first Broadford-Yea game.

● Jackson Harding has ruck ascendancy for the yellow-and-black Reserves.

■ South Morang’s future soccer stars now have a new space to perfect their headers, passes and scissor kicks, with Whittlesea Council redeveloping the sports ground at Hillsview Recreation Reserve. City of Whittlesea Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson was joined last week by Lily D'Ambrosio, Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change and Minister for Solar Homes, to mark the official opening of the upgraded reserve. The $775,000 redevelopment included the installation of a grass sports field, with a water-efficient irrigation and drainage system, new coaches’ boxes, and updated perimeter fencing, including a ball catching fence. The upgrade also included the construction of concrete pathways, providing easy access to the playing field, car park and spectator viewing areas. Ms Wilson said that Council’s investment into the reserve would support the rising popularity of soccer in the City of Whittlesea. “These improvements will add 20 hours a week to the capacity of the ground, which means more opportunities for the Bundoora United Football Club to grow.”

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■ COLDSTREAM. Coldstream Post Office/Newsagency. The Lodge Shopping Centre. 670-672 Maroondah Hwy. ■ CROYDON NORTH. Croydon North Newsagency. 5 Exeter Rd. ■ HEALESVILLE. BP. 66 Maroondah Hwy. ■ HEALESVILLE. Coles Express. 123 Maroondah Hwy. ■ HEALESVILLE. Grand Hotel. 270 Maroondah Hwy. ■ HEALESVILLE. Healesville Newsagency. 195 Maroondah Hwy. ■ HEALESVILLE. Tobacco Station/Tatts. Shop 11, Healesville Walk. ■ LAUNCHING PLACE. Launching Place General Store. 2200 Warburton Hwy. ■ LAUNCHING PLACE. Home Hotel. 2170 Warburton Hwy. ■ LILYDALE. Lilydale Newsagency. 237 Main St. ■ MILLGROVE. Licensed Grocery. 3043 Warburton Hwy. ■ MOUNT EVELYN. Mount Evelyn Newsagency. 1A Wray Cres. ■ RINGWOOD. Burnt Bridge Newsagency. 434 Maroondah Hwy. ■ SEVILLE. Wooworths Seville. 568 Warburton Hwy. ■ WANDIN. Wandin Newsagency. 18/2 Union Rd. ■ WARBURTON. Bakery. 3415 Warburton Hwy. ■ WARRANDYTE. Grand Hotel. 140 Yarra St. ■ WARRANDYTE. Quinton’s Supa IGA Supermarket. 1/402 Warrandyte Rd.

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Works underway

■ An abundance of work will soon be underway at Greenhill Reserve in Wallan. Mitchell Shire Council’s vision to develop Greenhill Recreation Precinct came a step closer with the Federal Government committing $8 million to kickstart the project if re-elected. The addition of park seating will provide parents, guardians and carers with a safe and relaxing environment to adequately supervise the use of the play equipment.

Court Lists Seymour Magistrates’ Court Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division. Criminal Case Listings Thursday, May 12 Achanfuo-Yeboah, Katherine Anne Adams, Kyle Baxter, Joshua Benson, Dylan Biddle, Geoffrey Biddlestone, Jake Black, Ayden Brereton, William Brown, Jason Cleveland, Trevor James Craven, Mathew Creed, Denis Doherty, Glen Dryden, Michael Eggleton, Michael Emmanouilidis, Dimitrios Febey, Renee Glavocih, Tarra Goldburg, Emma Christine Gonsalves, Samuel Gribbin, Simon Gerard Gurd, Chloe Hanley-Lawrence, Keira Rose Harley, Daniel Lee Hulands, Anthony Huner, Nathan James, Benjamin Lawrence, Jai Lee, Shane Lewis, Jesse Mccluskey, Travis Luke Mcowan, Ian Merkel, Scott Miller, Braydon Miller, Orion Miller, Reece James Perosevic, Slavica Pham, Ngoi Robbins, Chloe Salakowski, Stacey Anne Shaw, Kevin G Tate, Corey Thomas, Corey Trotman, Alan Wilson, Barry Anthony Wilson, Robert Yulong Investments Pty Ltd Mansfield Magistrates’ Court Wednesday, May 11 Barnes, Maureen E Bellingham, Blake Brown, Jarrod Burgess, Rayce Justin Burke, Beau Butoyi, Marikia Culhane, Christopher James’\ Dovigi, John Egan, James Christopher Fraser, Anna Jane Gove, Charles Robert Gove, James Thomas Guss, Marilla Hall, Lauren Hartney, Karl Morgan Jury, Will Michael Kirwood, Jeffrey Lee, Jayne Nahon, Mitchell William Obeid, Christopher Pullin, Josh Phillip Querfield, Diane Richarrds, Rodney Riley, Joanne Russell, Bradley Savage, Shane Sloley, Tarkyn Stillman, Aaron Thompson, Jarrad Anthony Thorp, William Collis Van Houten, Paul Vora, Kathit Zechner, Bradley

Local News Drop-Off Day

■ Nillumbik residents can make their homes safer while protecting the environment by disposing of unwanted and toxic household chemicals at Sustainability Victoria’s Detox Your Home event at Council’s Recycling Centre in Plenty. The event, on Saturday, May 28, from 9am1pm, is a free and convenient service for residents to safely dispose of everyday chemicals such as weedkiller, pesticides, cleaning chemicals, old cooking oil and cosmetics. Chemicals such as these are harmful to the environment including our waterways and should not be poured down the sink or put in the bin. Each Detox Your Home event held across Victoria collects about four tonnes of hazardous chemicals, keeping them out of landfill and waterways and making homes safer. Common chemicals collected include: ■ Fuels and flammable liquids – turpentine, methylated spirits, petrol, kerosene, diesel, paint thinners ■ Garden – herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, pool chemicals, poisons ■ Household – cleaners, bleach, ammonia, oven cleaner, solvents, cooking oil, cosmetics, fire extinguishers ■ Car – wax, transmission fluid, body filler, brake fluid. Detox Your Home events are staffed by expert chemists who identify and sort the chemicals for safe transport back to a licenced facility in Melbourne where they are processed for reuse or safe disposal. Chemicals collected are processed and recovered or recycled wherever possible. If they cannot be reused in any way, they are safely disposed of. Detox Your Home events are now drivethrough and contactless, supported by a COVIDSafe plan.

New barriers

■ New roadside safety barriers have been installed on Shaws Rd, Merton and extensions of existing barriers along Dry Creek Rd, Bonnie Doon, after the bridge nearest to the Maroondah Hwy. Works on Shaws Rd included the construction of 20 metre sections of roadside barriers on both sides of the road along the culvert that crosses Hut Creek. Dry Creek Rd works included a 90 metre extension of roadside barriers to cover a large section of the road that had significant drop off into Lake Eildon. Mansfield Mayor Cr James Tehan said the locations had been identified through community feedback. “We’re pleased to be able to increase the safety in these locations for road users,” said Cr Tehan. “We’re grateful to the Merton and Bonnie Doon communities for their input into safety concerns on both roads.” The works to supply and install the new roadside safety barriers were contracted to Waratah Constructions at a cost to Mansfield Council of $37,625.

Mitchell ignored

■ Mitchell Shire says it has once again been denied vital investment in services and infrastructure in the Victorian Budget handed down last week. “The 2022-23 State Budget has failed to deliver any new projects for Mitchell, despite being one of the Victoria’s fastest growing municipalities,” said a Shire representative. “Given the increased demand on local schools in the Shire’s south, Council was incredibly disappointed that there was no funding in this budget for priority schools including Kilmore Secondary and new primary schools for Wallan. “While the government should be applauded in its initiative for this to be a health budget, Council is once again disappointed to see no support for the Seymour Community Wellbeing Hub. "This is possibly the worst budget we’ve ever seen for Mitchell Shire and our residents. Essentially, we’ve seen zero investment for our region in this budget," said Mayor Cr Bill Chisholm.

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Ticks & Crosses

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A good word for the organisers of the Yea Railway Market, whose gate receipts of $430.95 are going to help fund the Yea debutante ball.

● Livia Bonazzi, Murrindindi CEO ‘Well done’ to Murrindindi Shire CEO Livia Bonazzi who is continuing her advocacy to the State Government against changes in the Eildon-Melbourne bus service. Ms Bonazzi has expressed dismay about the consultation process. for the proposed changes to the Yarra Valley Bus Network, specifically Route 684 Melbourne to Eildon via Healesville. She noted coverage in local media, but fired a broadside at Public Transport Victoria. “We note that the same level of commentary does not appear on the PTV’s own post. This indicates that was it not for our local media, our community would be unaware of the proposed changes and the opportunity to provide feedback. The proposed changes were not advertised in locations accessible to service users (for example, through advertisement in local papers).”

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12 level crossings to go ■ Some 12 level crossings on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines will be gone for good by 20205 – meaning no boom gates from the city all the way to Ferntree Gully and Lilydale. This includes removing the remaining two dangerous and congested level crossings in Ringwood to improve safety and ease congestion for the thousands of drivers that pass through every day. About 23,000 vehicles use the Dublin Rd and Bedford Rd level crossings each day, with the boom gates down for up to 23 minutes of the morning peak at each location, causing delays and congestion. The proximity of these crossings to each other means many drivers currently get caught at both of them multiple times each day. A new Ringwood East Station will also be built, featuring a forecourt with direct access to shops and bus connections, and a new entrance to the platforms Ringwood MLA Dustin Halse said: “Every local knows the frustration of being stuck at these locations when the boom gates are down. That’s why we are getting rid of them - and building a state of the art new train station at Ringwood East.”

● Dustin Halse, Ringwood MLA

Dindi’s newest citizens ALEXANDRA

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Construction works on a natural amphitheatre at the eastern end of the High St, Mansfielde, are progressing as part of that Shire Council’s activation of outdoor spaces project. The $13,000 amphitheatre is constructed with large mudrock set into a grass mount, creating an events and performance space as well as outdoor casual seating. The natural amphitheatre is just one of a series of projects designed to increase activity in Mansfield Shire’s outdoor spaces. The Council successfully obtained $300,000 in funding from the Victorian Government to complete the series of projects. The projects were determined through extensive community consultation.

● Strathbogie Shire Council is recognising the community’s dedicated volunteers with events across the Shire. The events will be held on: Monday May 16 at Violet Town Bowls Club from 3pm; Tuesday May 17 at Avenel Bowls Club from 11am; Wednesday May 18 at Euroa Third Age Club from 1.30pm; Friday May 20 at the Nagambie Bowls Club.

■ Usanee Boonpraspai, Ester Ostrizkova, Thanakan Chawawittayapir and Adam Biderman became Australian citizens at a ceremony held at the Alexandra Council Chambers on April 26. Murrindindi Shire Council Mayor Cr Sue Carpenter presided over the ceremony, with Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish, Deputy Mayor Cr Damien Gallagher and Council’s CEO Livia Bonazzi in attendance. The new citizens were celebrated by family and friends as they pledged to uphold and obey the laws of Australia and respect the rights and liberties of its people. ● Pictured (from left); Thanakan Chawawittayapir, Usanee Boonpraspai, Ester Ostrizkova and Adam Biderman

Police raid at Murchison

● Muhanad Rashid Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Mill Park man Muhanad Rashid. The 33year-old is wanted on warrants for theft of motor vehicle, possess Methyl-amphetamine and criminal damage. He is known to frequent the Mill Park, He is described as having black and grey hair, 175cm tall with a medium build.

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■ Detectives from the Marine Investigation Unit have arrested two men and seized more than $1.8 million in stolen property and drugs following a large-scale boat theft investigation. The investigation commenced after two fishing boats, valued at more than $100,000 each, were allegedly stolen from addresses in Williamstown in two separate incidents on February 22 and March 14. Detectives executed a search warrant at a property in Heathcote on April 7, with assistance from the North West Metro Regional Crime Squad and Water Police Squad. Officers located and two Bar Crusher boats and two trailers, with a total value of more than $240,000. With assistance from the Shepparton Divisional Response Unit, a further search warrant was executed at a property in Murchison on April 26. A 52-year-old man was arrested. Detectives seized a large amount of allegedly stolen property and drugs including: ■ 115kg of dried cannabis with an estimated street value of $1.5 million ■ Two firearms ■ Methylamphetamine ■ A stolen truck valued at $20,000

■ A stolen bobcat valued at $15,000 ■ Two stolen motorbikes valued at $10,000 ■ A stolen industrial generator valued at $25,000 The Murchison man was charged with traffick a commercial quantity of a drug of dependence (cannabis), four counts of handle stolen goods, possess drug of dependence (crystal methylamphetamine), possess category A longarm unlicenced and possess imitation firearm. He appeared before the Shepparton Magistrates’ Court on April 27 and was remanded to re-appear on July 19. Detectives subsequently executed a search warrant at an address in South Kingsville on Monday, May 2. A 53-year-old South Kingsville man was interviewed by detectives.

Local Sport Yea Golf Club OFFTOAGOOD START Five players - Adrianne Anglin, Miranda Gill, Karen Sangster, Di Elliott and Vicky Butler - ventured to the greens of Seymour for the first round of pennant . All ventured onto the course striking the first ball hoping that all went to plan. One on one, one hole at a time, all secretly hoping the opposition makes a mistake just to get the edge or take the pressure off if that dreaded putt doesn’t want to go in. If you love competition, pennant is the go to get the adrenalin pumping. Depending on how the game plays out can make the game shorter than usual or some battling it out to the last hole for the final outcome. Saturday was our day, our first game , our first win made for some happy players especially myself being elected Captain for the season could proudly report back to our club we were successful. Go Yea. Special thanks to those that hosted and helped sort out all the questions one has forgotten in between seasons. Hope we can do the same this week as we wander off to Kilmore to battle with Alexandra. Back home Wednesday, it was our turn to host the Royal Women’s Hospital 4BBB, an important event to raise funds to purchase new equipment and to train specialist doctors in urogynaecology, for the pelvic-floor dysfunction unit at the RWH. The event commenced in 2005 to commemorate the centenary year of Women’s Golf Victoria. All funds raised are donated to the RWH Foundation. In 2020 Golf Australia and affiliated Victorian clubs raised $4795. We had nine teams participate and along with the raffle raised the sum of $270. Although overcast the rain held off making it a pleasant day for golf. Winners were Di Holdsworth and Penny Britton having 41 pts, taking home some well sought after olive oil along with the title. Runners-up were Sue Aurisch and Laraine Callander 39 points. Sharon Grogan managed to secure the only gobbler. - Karen Sangster ★ ANTHONYCOLEMANWINS A stableford competition was held by the men on Wednesday with 12 players. Conditions were suppose dto be wet but the rain held off. Winner with 39 points was Anthony Coleman (7) from second Jonathan Fisher (13) with 38. Third with 36 was Martin Lowe (18). NTP on the 2nd went yo Brian Simmons and the Club Award went to Neil Ross. In the first round action of the Club Knockout Mick Sheather def Michael Spagnolo, Jeff Aurisch def Phil Armstrong and Martin Lowe def Gary Pollard. ★ GARY WINS MEDAL At Yea on Saturday, 20 men contested the Monthly Medal under grey skies and a cool southwesterly wind. The rain held off to allow “The Prez” aka Gary Pollard (10) to salute with a great round of 79 nett 69. Brendan Chenhall (10) finished with the same score but was relegated to second place on countback. Bill Dredge (19) took out third with 72 nett and the consistent Brian Simmons (10) 4th with 73 nett. Gary Pollard also collected NTP on the second hole. The putting competition was award to Brendan Chenhall with 23 putts on countback from Gary Pollard with the same total. There was a keen tussle for the Club Award with John Tanner, Brian Preistly and Phil Armstrong all posting worthy scores but Greg Clements won the the day with 109 nett 93. The Ladies Par event saw Judi Newman return to form with -3 to win from Christine Simmons on -5. Christine didn’t go home empty handed, winning the NTP on the second hole To cap off a successful day The Prez not only won the $2 off the Captain but also won the $100 Chooklotto leaving everyone in awe of his ability to salute under all circumstances. - Alan Pell

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● Police are looking for an owner for these medals.

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■ Nillumbik Shire Council says that it welcomes the announcement by the Labor Party, that if successful in the May 21 election, it will fund a major upgrade of the Diamond Creek Outdoor Pool. McEwen MHR Rob Mitchell pledged $1.5 million to upgrade the pool should Labor be elected to Government. The funding would enable a range of critical works, including improvements to accessibility, fence replacement, installation of energy efficient plant equipment and re-tiling and re-sealing of the pool itself. Nillumbik Mayor Cr Frances Eyre welcomed the announcement, saying it meant much-needed improvements.

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■ Murrindindi Shire Council is asking its community to help develop a Library Strategy and Action Plan 2022-2026. The Council is inviting residents to complete a short online survey and share what they love - or would like to improve - about their library. Ideas are also sought for new services that could be offered from ibraries or new ways of delivering the library service. Murrindindi Council’s Community Engagement and Wellbeing Portfolio Councillor Damien Gallagher said libraries are important community hubs and play a critical role in providing a social space, learning and entertainment opportunities, and in providing access to a wide variety of information and services for people from all walks of life. “Council is committed to offering the best possible library services to residents – and needs your help to write the next page in our libraries’ story. “Whether you visit the library a few times a week or haven’t ever stepped into a library – Council wants to hear from you. “Council wants to understand what you love about your library – or what you would like to see changed or introduced. And, if you’ve never had the pleasure of visiting one of our libraries, what would it take to encourage you to come through our doors? All ideas are welcome, big and small,” Cr Gallagher said. People can complete the survey online at theloop.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/turningpage where there is more information and inspirational ideas about what other libraries are doing. Alternatively, drop in to one of Council’s libraries, including the mobile service, to complete the survey with the help of staff. The survey is open until May 22. Council officers will also be hosting popup kiosks where people can complete the survey and chat about any ideas you may have. Pop-ups will be held at MiRa Marysville (May 10 from 2pm– 4pm), Eildon FoodWorks (May 12 from 10am – 12 noon), Kinglake FoodWorks (May 18 from 2pm– 4pm) and Yea FoodWorks (May 20 from 10am-12 noon) and Alexandra FoodWorks (May 21 from 10am – 12 noon).

Mayor on ABC

■ Murrindindi Shire Council Mayor Cr Sue Carpenter has spoken of her recent radio interview. “Part of my role takes me out of my comfort zone and being a guest on 774 ABC radio with Virginia Trioli was one of those times,” Cr Carpenter told the latest Council meeting. “Never the less I did my best to let the listeners know what a great place we live in, and tried to answer the questions and concerns that were put to me by talk-back callers who coincidentally all came from Kinglake,” Cr Carpenter said.

Premier visits DC

■ Two courts at the Diamond Creek netball complex will be permanently shielded from the elements after a $1 million funding announcement by Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. The Premier made the announcement, which will see the construction of weather resistant roofing for two adjoining courts, during a visit with Minister for Community Sport and Youth, Ros Spence. The announcement follows the official opening of the fully refurbished complex in March, a project which included construction of a new pavilion and a full resurfacing of the courts.

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■ Cr Karine Haslam has told Murrindindi Council about progress at Eildon: “The Eildon Community Plan is well underway. Many ideas and suggestions are being presented and discussed. Also the derelict Billabong has been purchased by a local and work has already started to get this back in shape to reopen in the near future.”

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Aries: March 21- April 20. Lucky Colour Red Lucky day Friday Racing numbers 3.5.6.2. Lotto numbers 1.2.16.25.45.33. Not a very good period for taking chances, leave speculations until a later date. You might not have the right answers now, so do not advise others in important matters. Taurus : April 21- May 20. Lucky Colour Green Lucky day . Friday Racing numbers 3.6.5.2. Lotto numbers 13.16.25.24.40.33. A very good period in your career matters and progress in business can be expected. You will have plenty of energy and interest in new ideas and a more harmonious relationship with loved ones. Gemini: May 21- June 21. Lucky Colour Fawn Lucky day Monday Racing numbers 5.4.8.7. Lotto numbers 2.5.16.24.45.40. You could be ready for some changes in your relationships. Not the right time to push your favourite issues, gentle persuasion will work out a lot better and will leave you a chance to negotiate. Cancer: June 22- July 22. Lucky Colour Blue Lucky day. Wednesday Racing numbers 1.3.6.5. Lotto numbers 1.12.15.25.24.42. You could be guessing very right during this period and time to reap what you have sown earlier on. Try to keep away from quarrelling people and compromise will be better than defeat. Leo: July 23- August 22. Lucky Colour Lemon Lucky day Sunday Racing numbers 5.4.6.8. Lotto numbers 13.19.24.28.35.36 Lots of social contacts and a busy period for entertaining is indicated. Good news from a distance and financial benefits coming your way. Keep your head clear for some interesting new ideas. Virgo: August 23- September 23. Lucky Colour Pink Lucky day Friday Racing numbers 3.5.6.3. Lotto numbers 3.5.23.32.10.11. There are some important decisions to be made concerning your future security, including your career prospects. There is also some very good opportunities coming your way very soon. Libra: September 24- October 23. Lucky Colour Green Lucky day Friday Racing numbers 2.5.3.6. Lotto numbers 13.16.25.24.40.44. A much better mood is prevailing and friends could surprise you in a happy way. Now is the time in which you should be able to gain most of the things that have been on your mind. Scorpio: October 24- November 22. Lucky Colour Blue Lucky day Tuesday Racing numbers 3.5.6.2. Lotto numbers 13.19.25.24.40.22. Very irritating aspects operating and your patience is put to the test. Try to take it all in good humour and it will become less frustrating. Some good luck through a partner. Sagittarius: November 23- December 20 Lucky colour Sand Lucky day Wednesday Racing numbers 2.3.5.6. Lotto numbers 2.3.23.24.12.10. Not the time to trust anyone with your secrets, they could use them against you at a later date. Business will not mix with pleasure or family matters even during this period, keep them separate. Capricorn: December 21- January 19. Lucky Colour Blue Lucky day Thursday Racing numbers 5.4.2.1. Lotto numbers 13.19.25.24.40.11. People seem to be expecting more from you and your time will be very much taken by the demands of others. If planning to travel, you must be rather ruthless in your demands to get what you want. Aquarius: January 20- February 19. Lucky colour Orange Lucky day Saturday Racing numbers 5.6.4.2. Lotto numbers 1.2.16.24.25.28. You might not be in agreement with loved ones about an important issue. Do not let it get too big to handle. There are more demands on your time and your ability. Pisces: February 20- March 20. Lucky Colour Black Lucky day Friday Racing numbers 5.4.2.1. Lotto numbers 3.35.39.40.12.10. This is a period for practical considerations when making plans and getting your ideas through. Good will and assistance from higher up should make things much easier to handle.

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Victory for Rebels Twos SATURDAY The AFL Outer East League Round 5 of the 2022 season saw the Club travel to Powelltown for two games of football and four games of netball. Reserves The Under 18s had a bye sothe Reserves got the day started, the ground in good condition in wintery conditions and the promise of rain. A good game and contest saw the Rebels record a win, Alexandra 13.8 (86) to Powelltown 6.7 (43). Awards: Shepparton Volkswagen – Jack Hehir, Shamrock Hotel – Lachlan Collard, Ampol fuel card – Trent Matthews, Alex Sportspower – Daniel Roper, Buxton Hotel – Fletcher McCarthy. Seniors The Seniors ran out in misty rain which the home side relished all game, adapting to the conditions and handling the ball with confidence, extending their lead each quarter to run out comfortable winners, Alexandra 6.5 (41) to Powelltown 13.15 (93). Awards: BMH Roofworx – Harrison Kelly, Healesville Toyota – Nick Meehan, ITEC Earthworks – Ted Watkin, Shamrock Hotel – Lee Ragg, Buxton Hotel – Lano Hoxhalli. Shamrock Hotel volunteer – Michelle Jack. NetballAwards Ampol fuel card award: Lucy Grage-Perry. A-Gade lost 40 – 44: Coach award – Caitlan Haggis, Shamrock Hotel – Lauren Steyger, CornerHotel / Grant St Grocer – Nicole Hadgkiss. B-Grade lost 30 – 47: Coach award – Mia Rouget, Shamrock Hotel – Brooke Pearce, Corner Hotel / Grant St Grocer award – Carly Hill. C grade lost 22 – 37: Coach award – Ashleigh Yuill, Shamrock Hotel – Kylie Cairns, Grant St Grocer / Essence Coffee Lounge – Georgia Millard. Under 17 lost 14 – 15: Coach award – Maddy Northmore, Shamrock Hotel – Caley Palmmer, Grant St Grocer / Essence Coffee Lounge – Tamika Poustie. Thursday’s Swenrick Constructions Joker Jackpot with Bill Beadle unsuccessful, raffles sponsored by Reddrops Foodworks / Houseboat Sales Lake Eildon, Eildon Bakery /Yarck Meat and Produce, Alexandra Quality Meats / AFNC canteen, Yea Chinese Restaurant/ Bailey Funerals won by Kath Hedger, Darren Gregg, Ray Steyger and Jack Hehir. The Joker Jackpot will be worth $300 this week so come along and buy some tickets at $1 each but you need to be at the Club rooms at

8pm for the draw. The senior League has issued a new Division 2 fixture and this coming Saturday the Alexandra Football Netball Club netball teams travel to Yea for four games of netball and the Under 18s travel to Kinglake for their match. Senior and Reserve football teams have a bye. Awards for netball are back at the Club rooms. 2022 Club memberships are available: $200 – Patron, $150 – Family and $100 –Members. Do not forget to order your Club merchandise – polo shirts, warmup shirts @$50, hoodies, vests @ $70, casual shorts @ $40, Club stubby holders @ $7, travel mugs @$15, peaked caps and beanies @ $25, visors @ $20, bumper stickers are free. Thursday night dinners are available after training with main course and sweets – adults $15 and kids $10, everyone is welcome. The Club desperately needs assistance and need volunteers so if you would liketo help with home game tasks including scoreboard, canteen, bar work, timekeeping and maintenance amongst other things, please contact Ray Steyger on 5772 2627. ★ SUNDAY The Alexandra Football Netball Club junior teams returned to Rebel Park and hosted Wandong for round 3 of the 2022 season for three games of football, the netball and Under 15 football all having a bye. The Under 9s and 11s football had a game but theirs is non-competitive and non-scoring so there is no win loss. Under 13s Football Alexandra 12.19 (97) defeated Wandong 0.2 (2). North Central Construction – Toby Lucas, Essence Coffee Lounge – Harry Fletcher, Reddrops Foodworks – Ryan Te Giffel, Alexandra Bakery and Café – Jaidonn Snyman, Kazza’s Diner – Xavier Keenan, Coach – Jamie Nash. A very big thank you to the above award sponsors for their continued support of our junior footballers and netballers in 2022. Next Sunday we travel to Avenel to play Tabilk in three games of football and two games of netball, the Under 15 football travel to Healesville for a 1.35 pm start to their match. If anyone can assist with the canteen on home games during the season please speak to Melissa Crane and Shona Miljkovic to go on the roster. - Ray Steyger

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More potholes and ruts ■ The State Government has doubled down on its cuts to the state’s crumbling road network, cutting even more funding for maintenance of the state’s roads. Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish said community members have again been let down by the budget cuts. “This was the time for the Andrews Labor Government to invest in roads and finally bring them up to standard. “Our roads are in the worst condition I have seen them and only getting worse. Locals are sick and tired of the potholes, uneven camber, reoccurring damage and broken surfaces.” Ms McLeish said that a further $24 million has been cut from the road asset management program, after $191 million, 23 per cent, was slashed in last year’s State Budget. The Road Asset Management spend now sits at $592.7million, down from $807.4m two years ago.

Local Briefs Footy Scoreboard

■ Outer Eastern Football. Premier Seniors. Woori Yallock 14.13 (97) d Officer 2.7 (19). Wandin 15.20 (11) d UpweyTecoma 7.6 (48). Pakenham 17.16 (118) d Mt Evelyn 8.16 (64). Olinda-Ferny Creek 9.7 (61) d Monbulk 8.11 (59). Narre Warren: Bye. Premier Reserves. Woori Yallock 3.8 (26) d Officer 1.7 (13). Upwey-Tecoma 8.3 (50) d Wandin 3.6 (24). Pakenham 15.8 (98) d Mt Evelyn 7.8 (50). Olinda-Ferny Creek 14.7 (91) d Monbulk 4.6 (30). Narre Warren: Bye. Division 1 Seniors. Gembrook-Cockatoo 9.21 (75) d Healesville 5.3 (33). Berwick Springs 16.15 (111) d Yarra Glen 2.6 (18). Seville 10.18 (78) d Emerald 5.9 (39). Belgrave: Bye. Division 1 Reserves. GembrookCockatoo 5.7 (37) d Healesville 4.7 (31). Berwick Springs 11.22 (88) d Yarra Glen 0.0 (0). Seville 12.5 (77) d Emerald 3.9 (33). Belgrave: Bye. Division 2 Seniors. Powelltown 13.15 (93) d Alexandfra 6.5 (41). Warburton-Millgorve 11.19 (85) d Broadford-Yea 2.12 (24). Kinglake: Bye. Yarra Junction: Bye. Division 2 Reserves. Alexandra 13.8 (86) d Powelltown 6.7 (43). WarburtonMillgrove 19.15 (129) d Yea-Broadford 2.0 (12). Kinglake: Bye. Yarra Junction: Bye. Under 19 Boys. Narre Warren 11.7 (73) d Emerald 1.6 (12). Healesville 7.8 (50) d Officer 4.4 (28). Mt Evelyn 13.16 (94) d Pakenhyam 4.7 (31). Monbulk 13.11 (89) d Olinda-Ferny Creek 1.6 (12). UpweyTecoma: Bye. Under 18 Boys. Kinglake 7.11 -53) d Seville 4.7 (31). Alexandra: Bye. Warburton: Bye. Women Seniors. Healesville 9.16 (70) Yarra Junction 1.1 (7). Pakenham 15.14 (104) de Seville 3.2 (20). Upwey-Tecoma 18.17 (125) d Thornton-Eildon 0.0 (0).Belgrave; Bye. Monbulk: Bye. OlindaFerny Creek: Bye. Yarra Glen: Bye. ■ Victorian Amateur Football Association. Prmeier Seniors. Old Brighton 9.19 (73) d Caulfield Grammariansd 5.4 (34). St Kevin’s OB 18.12 (120) d Old Trinity 5.3 (33). University Blues 8.13 (61) d Old Melburnians 7.6 (48). Old Scotch 14.13 (97) d St Bernards 5.9 (39). Old Xavierians 9.21 (75) d Collegians 6.1 (37). Premier Reserves. Old Brighton 3.20 (38) d Caulfield Grammarians 4.1 (25). St Kevin’s OB 11.11 (77) d Old Trinity 5.2 (32). Old Melburnians 14.14 (98) d University Blues 1.5 (11). Old Scotch 11.,8 (74) d St Bernards 5.8 (38). Old Xavierians 12.11 (83) d Collegians 8.9 (57). Premier B. University Blacks 11.8 (75) d Fitzroy 4.6 (30). AJAX 11.12 (78) d Williamstown CYMS 10.8 (68). St Bedes Mentone Tigers 10.11 (71) d Old Haileybury 9.13 (67). De La Salle 19.6 (120) d Old Carey 4.9 (33). Beaumaris: Bye. Premier B Reserves. Williamstown CYMS 10.6 (66) d AJAX 7.14 (56). University Blacks 10.14 (74) d Fitzroy 8.10 (58). St Bedes-Mentone Tigers 8.7 (55) d Old Haileybury 3.6 (24). De La Salle 15.16 (106) d Old Carey 11.5 (71). Beaumaris: Bye. Premier C. Hampton Rovers 22.30 (162) d Preston Bullants 2.1 (13). Old Ivanhoe 20.8 (128) d Ormond 7.8 (50). Old Geelong 13.16 (94) d Marcellin 11.7 (73). Monash Blues 6.8 (44) d Parkdale Vultures 3.8 (26). Mazenod 19.16 (130) d Old Melburnians: Bye. UHS VU 7.11 (53). Premier C Reserves. Hampton Rovers 16.21 (117) d Preston Bullants 4.2 (26). Old Ivanhoe 15.14 (104) d Ormond 4.4 (28). Old Geelong 17.11 (113) d Marcellin 3.2 (20). Monash Blues 15.10 (100) d Parkdale Vultures 6.5 (41). Mazenod 24.16 (160) d UHS-VU 4.2 (26). Old Meburnians: Bye.

Cr Lording ill

● Cindy McLeish alongside the Melba Hwy.

■ Murrindindi Shire Councillor Eric Lording had to depart the latest meeting because of ill health. His written report spoke of his attendance at the Glenburn ANZAC Day Service, the observance at Yarck, and the proceedings at Terip Terip.

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■ Local wineries, breweries and distilleries will be able to invest in upgrading their cellar door facilities to make Indi a tourism hotspot, according to the Nationals candidate for Indi, Liz Fisher. Ms Fisher welcomed the Liberal and Nationals Government’s Plan for a Strong Economy and Stronger Future. Under the Plan, the Government will invest $15 million to make up to $100,000 in matched funding available for small to medium-sized wineries, distilleries and beer producers for the construction or upgrade of cellar door or tourism-associated facilities such as restaurants, tour facilities and viewing platforms. An additional $5 million will also be provided through the Wine, Spirits and Craft Breweries Tourism Events program to provide up to $100,000 to tourism and local government organisations to create new events and experiences to attract tourists and showcase wineries, distilleries and craft beer makers. Ms Fisher said our local wineries, breweries and distilleries do an outstanding job in putting our region on the map. “This new investment will help to boost our local economy by bringing even more tourists to the area. “We have some of the best, world-class wineries distilleries and breweries in northeast Victoria. “Now, more visitors and tourists will come here and enjoy our beautiful region while helping support our wonderful local businesses. “A strong economy means our Government has cut taxes for tourism operators while investing more in promoting our country, building the infrastructure that improves the visitor experience and protecting the environment that helps drive tourist demand. “This announcement builds on the Liberal and Nationals’ strong track record in reducing the small business company rate to 25 per cent and supporting local businesses with new technology and training tax offsets. “Because of our strong economy, we can further invest to grow and strengthen the tourism sector and take advantage of the pent-up demand to travel, as the world emerges from the pandemic,” Ms Fisher said.

Haines border focus

■ Indi MHR Helen Haines continues her focus on Benalla-Wangaratta-Wodonga issues in the Federal Election lead-up. Dr Haines says that dozens of doctors, nurses, midwives, and other health workers have stepped out with her as a champion for a new single-site world-class hospital on the border. “The backing from health workers behind Haines comes days after the former Liberal Health Minister Sussan Ley refused to commit to contributing to the hospital and instead played more politics with the Victorian Premier,” said a Haines media release. “This election is about voting for someone who will fight for a new hospital for Albury Wodonga, who will stand up for the border, who will work with others and not throw insults across party lines,” Haines said. “The hundreds of thousands of people who rely on Albury Wodonga Health need someone who will show leadership and fight for them, not delay and distract.” “This election is about voting for someone who will fight for proper funding for regional health across Indi, to make sure we all get the care we deserve.” Dr Haines describes herself as a long-time advocate for a major funding contribution from the Federal Government towards a new hospital and is pressuring the major parties to stump up $300 million as part of their fair share of total project, estimated to cost $1 billion. “Whatever happens on election day, I will keep the pressure on the Prime Minister, whoever that is, to make sure we get a fair financial contribution from the Commonwealth. “I won’t disappear after election time, I’ll be here every day until it’s done,” Dr Haines said.

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Top effort from Yea Juniors Under 9’s Football Wow…what a game! The Yea Under 9’s played their best game to date. Although missing quite a few players due to illness and injury, the young Tigers took on St Mary’s in Seymour and boy did they play a great game. Coach Al Tait asked the players to put into practice all the skills they had continued to work on in training and on a gorgeous sunny day, on a perfect ground, they kicked off the game with a great ruck tap out by Charlie G in the centre to Izzy who passed to Archie who kicked directly to the forward line. Judd applied a great tackle to free the ball, and Tayte in his first game gained possession, passed to Angus who kicked the Tigers’ first goal of the game. Once again, Charlie G tapped out of the centre ball up and Angus gained possession from the boundary area and kicked directly to Ollie in the forward line to score the second goal. Great defence by Toby G in the backline, with shepherding to allow Darby to gain possession and take two bounces to deliver the ball into the centre line to Charlie G. Issy showed great team work by shepherding to protect Archie, allowing him to deliver the ball into the forward line to Toby SD, then on to Ollie who attempted to score, with Angus picking up the ball and kicking a goal for the Tigers. The Tigers went on to kick a couple more points and two great goals from Ollie and Angus who were fed the ball from the centre and forward players, saw the end of the first quarter with coach Al reinforcing how well they were all working as a team, and that what they had been working on at training was paying off. The second quarter saw some positional changes. Ashton moved in to ruck along with Toby G and they both tapped to their team mates consistently through the quarter. A great hit out by Toby G to Izzy, who kicked to Archie on the run for a super goal. In defence, Tayte worked hard to gain possession and deliver to Ashton in the centre, then into the forward line. Archie took aim for goal, but was denied by the opposition, but it wasn’t long before he had another shot, after receiving a direct kick from Charlie G in front of goals, and he converted. This quarter saw great contesting for the ball in the centre zone and great team work saw the Tigers clear the ball and deliver into their forward zone regularly. Toby G, Izzy and Ashton combined well to clear the ball and give the forwards every opportunity to score. Archie working hard for possession up forward kicked another goal for the Tigers. The half-time break was an opportunity for Coach Al to encourage the players to keep up the great work, and to go get the hard ball, and continue their great team work. The Tigers made a strong start to the third quarter, with Izzy dominating up forward, attacking the ball and being rewarded with a goal, and shortly after a second goal. Great defence by Archie saved the ball from entering St Marys forward line, and the ball was worked down the ground into the Tigers forward line to Ashton who kicked a great goal. Toby SD continue to get in an under the ball, not afraid to take on his opposition, and he cleared the ball for the Tigers. Judd, also working hard around the ground got amongst it, tackling and gaining possession to kick to Charlie G, and through the centre. Despite St Mary’s defending well this quarter, the Tigers pushed on, delivering the ball to Ashton who kicked his second goal, followed shortly by Izzy kicking a super goal after a quick tap out and Tigers moving the ball forward. At the three-quarter time break, coach Al reminded that the game was far from over, and that they still had a hard 12 minutes to go. He encouraged them to continue moving the ball forward just as they had practiced in training, and to continue to work as a team, giving it everything they had. He reminded the players that they had several team mates out this week, who would be ready to return the following week and looking for a position on the side, so it was up to them to perform their best in the positions they could. In a strong final quarter, the Tigers continued to put the scores on the board. Toby G provided great cover for Ollie, shepherding, to allow Ollie to kick a goal. Ashton worked well in ruck, with Archie and Darby roving and delivering the ball

● I. White (Under 9) forward to Ollie who kicked a further goal, shortly followed by a third and fourth, after great team work, delivering the ball forward from the centre ball up. A fantastic game to watch this week, enjoyed by all spectators. Its so great to see this young side come together as a real team, and the hard work put in at training is certainly paying off. Thanks to all the parents who assisted in the various roles this week, and to Fynn who came to watch, even though he could not play due to injury. We hope all our young Tigers who have been unwell or injured this week make quick recoveries and are able to play next week. Go Tigers. Marmalades player of the Day – Izzy White. Just Great Coffee great player award – Charlie Grant. Yarra Valley Gas most improved – Judd Hargreaves. - Lyndal Tait and Claire Geeson ★ Under 13s Football The Yea Tigers U13's took on St Mary's at Seymour. The team which was short on players got defeated 7.10 (52) to 1/2/8. Tander Fairchild kicked our only goal. The weekly awards went to Louis McAlpin and Chevy Klinge. Next week we take on Euroa at home. – Nick Fisher ★ Under 15s Football A loss is always disappointing but when it comes off a umpiring decision after the siren had already gone makes it difficult to see the positives in the game but there were lots. The U15s worked together creating some great passages play. With Coach Papa away and co-coach Budgie flying solo he asked his players to give as much as they could after a close first quarter as he knew they were in the game and it was up to them if they wanted to win. The game flowed on with incremental wins by both sides up and down the ground with neither team able to pull away. Already without a bench the game ending injury to Jacob Heyen with a broken collar bone left the Yea boys a player down going into the final quarter but they didn’t give up with the backline holding strong. A goal in the last minutes put Yea in front, another tap out and the ball headed down Wandin’s end but only resulted in a point. Yea had possession and was able to control the ball till the middle both benches were up as the siren was imminent. The ball headed to Wandin’s forward pocket and the siren went and Yea coaches and support crew were jubilant and Wandin’s bench the complete opposite until they realised the umpire was continuing the game and had called a free kick. The shot was taken with the crowd and players yelling the siren had gone and the game was over however the umpire allowed it and Wandin came away with the four points. The Yea boys should hold their heads high in knowing the outcome wasn’t necessarily the correct result. Wandin 8.3 (51) def Yea 7.5 (47) Marmalades player of the Day – Tom White. Yarra Valley Gas most improved – Charlie Heyen. – Deb Schickerling

Local News Asset plan for W’sea

■ City of Whittlesea residents are invited to provide feedback on a draft plan outlining how the Council will prioritise, maintain and manage our assets, such as roads, footpaths and playgrounds, over the next 10 years. Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson said that with over $3.2 billion worth of infrastructure assets across the municipality, it was important to ensure our assets are strategically managed to meet our community’s current and future needs and enable us to deliver on the actions in its Community Plan. “Every single member of our community uses Council assets every day, many without even realising it,” Ms Wilson said. “From the footpaths and roads you use to get around, to the parks, playgrounds and community centres that help keep our community connected — our assets play a vital role in delivering on our Community Plan priorities and our long-term vision of making the City of Whittlesea a place for all.” “The Draft Asset Plan outlines how we will monitor and maintain our huge portfolio of assets in the most cost-effective way to ensure that work is planned in our annual budget to repair, renew, upgrade or build assets so that we can continue to deliver important services and spaces for our growing community.” Council currently manages approximately 475,000 assets including: ■ 1275km of sealed road and 85.4km of unsealed road ■ 1824km of footpaths trails ■ 1812ha of open space, including 259 playgrounds, 74 sporting ovals and over 100,000 trees ■ 197 buildings ■ 1897km of drainage pipes and 73,170 drainage pits ■ 43 bridges ■ 13,257 light poles Ms Wilson encouraged residents to view the draft plan and provide their feedback. “Our assets enable us to provide valuable services to our community and make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Your input will build upon the feedback we have already received about the actions in our Community Plan and help to ensure our assets are well-managed and maintained now and into the future for the benefit of all.”

Regions miss out

■ Regional Victorians have copped further cuts to essential services in the Labor Government’s State Budget, according to Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish. Ms McLeish said the budget has confirmed record debt, higher taxes and more cost blowouts on Labor’s mismanaged major projects in Melbourne, while providing little to regional Victoria. “Regional development and industries including agriculture have been hit hard. This is the time regional Victorians needed investment most, not budget cuts.” Ms McLeish said that the State Budget cut a staggering $87.1 million from regional development and $47.8 million is to be cut from agriculture. “The Labor Government will cut $46.3 million from trade and global engagement efforts at a time when Victorian farmers and farm businesses are weathering growing uncertainty in international markets. “The city-centric Labor Government are so out of touch with regional Victorians, our farmers and key industries that are a crucial contributor to Victoria’s recovery. Labor are decimating livelihoods with their carelessness and lack of investment which will impact all of Victoria. “Labor will rip up to 40 per cent more revenue from the hip pockets of already struggling Victorian homebuyers through their new housing tax. “A further $24 million has been cut from the road asset management program, after $191 million, 23 per cent, was slashed in last year’s State Budget. “A $100 million cut to Health Protection leaves breast cancer patients in regional Victoria facing the frightening prospect of losing vital support from specialised McGrath Foundation nurses.”

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Australia Votes 2022

All the local Federal Election candidates ASTON 1. Rebekah Jane SPELMAN United Australia Party 2.Alan TUDGE Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 3.Asher COOKSON The Australian Greens - Victoria 4. Ryan BRUCE TNL 5. Craig IBBOTSON Pauline Hanson's One Nation 6. Liam ROCHE Liberal Democratic Party 7. Mary DOYLE Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

7. Ethelyn KING Liberal Democratic Party 8. Sarah NEWMAN The Australian Greens - Victoria 9. Melanie Merle KEMPSON United Australia Party 10. Dominique MURPHY Independent 11. Wayne TSENG Independent 12. Carina GARLAND Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

6. Colin LANE The Australian Greens - Victoria 7. Sarah RUSSELL Independent 8. Surbhi SNOWBALL Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 9. Despi O'CONNOR Independent 10. Pamela ENGELANDER Animal Justice Party

COOPER

1. David WOOD Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 2. Daniel MULINO Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 3.Anthony CURSIO Liberal Democratic Party 4. Bella MITCHELL-SEARS The Australian Greens - Victoria 5. Keith James Aaron RAYMOND United Australia Party 6. Sabine de PYLE Pauline Hanson's One Nation 7. Catherine ROBERTSON Victorian Socialists

1. Christine SKROBO Liberal Democratic Party 2. Matt BABET United Australia Party 3. Hayley DEANS Pauline Hanson's One Nation 4. Julian HILL Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 5. James MOODY Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 6. Matthew KIRWAN The Australian Greens - Victoria

1. Rabin BANGAAR Animal Justice Party 2. Kath LARKIN Victorian Socialists 3. Celeste LIDDLE The Australian Greens - Victoria 4.Adrian WHITEHEAD FUSION: Science, Pirate, Secular, Climate Emergency 5. JadonATKINSON Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 6.Adam LAROSA United Australia Party 7. William Tristan TURNER Pauline Hanson's One Nation 8. Ged KEARNEY Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

CALWELL

DEAKIN

1. Mark PRESTON Pauline Hanson's One Nation 2. Tim STAKER-GUNN Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 3. NatalieABBOUD The Australian Greens - Victoria 4. MariaVAMVAKINOU Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 5. Joshua NAIM United Australia Party 6. Jerome SMALL Victorian Socialists 7. Maria BENGTSSON Australian Federation Party

1. Matt GREGG Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 2. Rob HUMPHREYS The Australian Greens - Victoria 3. Qian LIU Independent 4. Katherine DOLHEGUY Animal Justice Party 5. Harrison CARR Liberal Democratic Party 6. Michael SUKKAR Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Judith THOMPSON Derryn Hinch's Justice Party 8. Bianca Joy GIDLEY United Australia Party 9. Samantha BASTIN Australian Federation Party 10. Natasha COUGHLAN Pauline Hanson's One Nation

BRUCE

CASEY 1. Jenny GAME The Australian Greens - Victoria 2. Craig COLE Independent 3.Andrew KLOP Animal Justice Party 4. Aaron VIOLI Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 5. Bill BRINDLE Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 6. Paul MURPHY Pauline Hanson's One Nation 7. Chris FIELD Australian Federation Party 8. Trevor Walter SMITH Liberal Democratic Party 9. Peter SULLIVAN Derryn Hinch's Justice Party 10. Anthony Sebastian BELLVE United Australia Party 11. Claire FERRES MILES Independent

CHISHOLM 1. Gladys LIU Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 2. Thomas STANFIELD Derryn Hinch's Justice Party 3.AntheaANTONIE Australian Federation Party 4.Aaron TYRRELL Pauline Hanson's One Nation 5. Rod WHITFIELD Animal Justice Party 6. Ryan DARE Australian Citizens Party

DUNKLEY 1. Darren BERGWERF Independent 2. Peta MURPHY Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 3. Damian WILLIS Liberal Democratic Party 4. Elizabeth JOHNSTON Animal Justice Party 5. Liam O'BRIEN The Australian Greens - Victoria 6. Sharn COOMBES Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Scott MIDDLEBROOK Pauline Hanson's One Nation 8. Kathryn WOODS Australian Federation Party 9. Adrian Kain IRVINE United Australia Party

FLINDERS 1.AlexVAN DER END United Australia Party 2. Cyndi MARR Pauline Hanson's One Nation 3. ChrystenABRAHAM Liberal Democratic Party 4. Zoe McKENZIE Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 5. Jefferson EARL Australian Federation Party

FRASER

GELLIBRAND 1. Suzette RODOREDA The Australian Greens - Victoria 2. Monica CLARK Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 3. Sharynn MOORS Australian Federation Party 4.Andrew CHARLES Victorian Socialists 5. Abraham ISAC United Australia Party 6. Chloe GLASSON Liberal Democratic Party 7. Rob BRADDOCK Pauline Hanson's One Nation 8. Tim WATTS Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

GOLDSTEIN 1.Alana GALLI-McROSTIE The Australian Greens - Victoria 2. Ellie Jean SULLIVAN Derryn Hinch's Justice Party 3. Brandon HOULT Sustainable Australia Party - Stop Overdevelopment / Corruption 4. David SEGAL Liberal Democratic Party 5. Zoe DANIEL Independent 6. Lisa STARK Pauline Hanson's One Nation 7. Catherine Frances REYNOLDS United Australia Party 8. Tim WILSON Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 9. Martyn ABBOTT Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

HAWKE 1. Michael WILLIAMS Australian Federation Party 2. Michael Edward LACEY The Great Australian Party 3. Sam RAE Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 4. Jarrod James BINGHAM Independent 5. Max MARTUCCI TNL 6. Enamul HAQUE Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Lynda WHEELOCK The Australian Greens - Victoria 8. Nick SUDUK Pauline Hanson's One Nation 9. Glenn VESSEY Australian Citizens Party

10. Jack HYNES Victorian Socialists 11.Andrew Glenn CUTHBERTSON United Australia Party

HIGGINS

4. Robbie BEATON Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 5.Alex BRESKIN The Australian Greens - Victoria 6.Alix LIVINGSTONE Animal Justice Party 7. Scott Anson McCAMISH United Australia Party

1. Matthew FORD Liberal Democratic Party 2. Ingram Magnus SPENCER United Australia Party JAGAJAGA 3.Alicia WALKER 1. Kate THWAITES Animal Justice Party Australian Labor Party (Victorian 4. Katie ALLEN Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Branch) 2. Brendan PALMARINI Division) Australian Federation Party 5.Andrew JOHNSON 3.Allison ZELINKA Reason Australia United Australia Party 6. MichelleANANDA-RAJAH 4. Zahra MUSTAF Australian Labor Party (Victorian Independent Branch) 5. Maya TESA 7. Suzie MENOUDAKIS Liberal Democratic Party Australian Federation Party 6. Liz CHASE 8. Sonya SEMMENS The Australian Greens - Victoria ASTON The Australian Greens - Victoria 7. John BOOKER Pauline Hanson's One Nation HOLT 8. Sahil TOMAR Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian 1. Ravi RAGUPATHY Division) Independent 2. Cassandra FERNANDO KOOYONG Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 1. Monique RYAN Independent 3. Gerardine HANSEN 2. ScottAndrew HARDIMAN United Australia Party United Australia Party 4. SandyAMBARD 3.Alexandra THOM Pauline Hanson's One Nation Liberal Democratic Party 5. Gregory SALDANHA 4. Michele DALE Australian Federation Party Derryn Hinch's Justice Party 6. Matthew NUNEZ-SILVA 5. Josh COYNE Liberal Democratic Party Pauline Hanson's One Nation 7. Sujit MATHEW 6. WillANDERSON The Australian Greens - Victoria Independent 8. Ranj PERERA Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian 7. Josh FRYDENBERG Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) Division) 8. Peter LYNCH HOTHAM Australian Labor Party (Victorian 1. Edward SOK Branch) Liberal Democratic Party 9. Rachael NEHMER 2. Clare O'NEIL Animal Justice Party Australian Labor Party (Victorian 10. Piers MITCHEM The Australian Greens - Victoria Branch) 11. David CONNOLLY 3. Louisa WILLOUGHBY Australian Values Party The Australian Greens - Victoria 4. Bruce Scott RIDGWAY LA TROBE United Australia Party 5. Roger TULL 1. Jason WOOD Pauline Hanson's One Nation Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian 6. Savitri BEVINAKOPPA Division) Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian 2. Hadden ERVIN Division) Pauline Hanson's One Nation 3. Michael SCHILLING INDI The Australian Greens - Victoria 4. Merryn MOTT 1.AngelALEKSOV United Australia Party Animal Justice Party 5.ABHIMANYUKUMAR 2. Helen HAINES Australian Labor Party (Victorian Independent Branch) 3. Lachlan O'CONNELL 6. Rebecca SKINNER Derryn Hinch's Justice Party Australian Federation Party 4. Stephen WILLIAMS 7. MichaelABELMAN United Australia Party Liberal Democratic Party 5. Beth STEVENS 8. Helen JEGES Pauline Hanson's One Nation Animal Justice Party 6. Benjamin GILBERT The Australian Greens - Victoria MACNAMARA 7. Liz FISHER National Party of Australia - Victoria 1. John B MYERS 8. Nadia DAVID Independent Australian Labor Party (Victorian 2. Colleen HARKIN Branch) Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian 9. Julian FIDGE Division) Liberal Democratic Party 3. Josh BURNS 10. Ross LYMAN Australian Labor Party (Victorian Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Branch) Division) 4. DeberaANNE Pauline Hanson's One Nation ISAACS 5. Rob McCATHIE 1. Boris SOKIRANSKY Liberal Democratic Party Pauline Hanson's One Nation 6. Ben SCHULTZ 2. Mark DREYFUS Animal Justice Party Australian Labor Party (Victorian 7. Steph HODGINS-MAY Branch) The Australian Greens - Victoria 3. Sarah O'DONNELL 8. Jane Elizabeth HICKEY Liberal Democratic Party United Australia Party

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Australia Votes 2022 MARIBYRNONG 1. Mark Michael HOBART The Great Australian Party 2. Daniel Nair DADICH Victorian Socialists 3. Bill SHORTEN Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 4. Jodie TINDAL Pauline Hanson's One Nation 5. Darren BESANKO United Australia Party 6. Mira D'SILVA Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Rhonda PRYOR The Australian Greens - Victoria 8.AlexanderAnthonyANSALONE Australian Federation Party 9. Cameron SMITH Liberal Democratic Party

McEWEN 1. Neil BARKER The Australian Greens - Victoria 2. Paul Joseph McRAE United Australia Party 3. Christopher NEIL Australian Federation Party 4. Chris BRADBURY Pauline Hanson's One Nation 5. John HERRON Liberal Democratic Party 6. Richard WELCH Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Rob MITCHELL Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch)

MELBOURNE 1. Justin BORG United Australia Party 2. Keir PATERSON Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 3.Adam BANDT The Australian Greens - Victoria 4. James DAMCHES Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 5. Richard PEPPARD Liberal Democratic Party 6. Scott ROBSON Independent 7. Walter STRAGAN Pauline Hanson's One Nation 8. Bruce POON Animal Justice Party 9. Colleen BOLGER Victorian Socialists

MENZIES 1. Naomi OAKLEY Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 2. Sanjeev SABHLOK Australian Federation Party 3. Greg CHEESMAN Liberal Democratic Party 4. John HAYES Pauline Hanson's One Nation 5. Keith WOLAHAN Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 6. Bill PHEASANT The Australian Greens - Victoria 7. Nathan SCAGLIONE United Australia Party

NICHOLLS 1. Tim LAIRD Liberal Democratic Party 2. Sam BIRRELL National Party of Australia - Victoria 3. Rikkie-Lee TYRRELL Pauline Hanson's One Nation 4. Bill LODWICK Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 5. Jeff DAVY Australian Citizens Party 6. Robert PETERSON United Australia Party 7. Ian CHRISTOE The Australian Greens - Victoria 8. Andrea OTTO FUSION: Science, Pirate, Secular, Climate Emergency

9. Steve BROOKS Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 10. Eleonor TABONE Australian Federation Party 11. Rob PRIESTLY Independent

SCULLIN 1. Patchouli PATERSON The Australian Greens - Victoria 2. Ursula van BREE Pauline Hanson's One Nation 3. Eric KOELMEYER Liberal Democratic Party 4. Andrew GILES Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 5. Yassin ALBARRI United Australia Party 6. Virosh PERERA Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 7. Cameron ROWE Victorian Socialists

WILLS 1. Tom WRIGHT Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) 2. Jill TINDAL Pauline Hanson's One Nation 3. Emma BLACK Victorian Socialists 4. Sam SERGI Australian Federation Party 5. Sue BOLTON Socialist Alliance 6. Irene ZIVKOVIC United Australia Party 7. Peter KHALIL Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) 8. Leah HORSFALL Animal Justice Party 9. Sarah JEFFORD The Australian Greens - Victoria

SENATE A. Reason Australia Yolanda VEGA Reason Australia Harry MILLWARD Reason Australia B. Damien RICHARDSON John McBRIDE C. Australian Democrats Leonie GREEN Australian Democrats Stephen Peter JAGOE Australian Democrats D. Liberal/The Nationals Sarah HENDERSON Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) Bridget McKENZIE National Party of Australia - Victoria Greg MIRABELLA Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) Chrestyna KMETJ Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) Mick HARRINGTON National Party of Australia - Victoria David BURGESS Liberal Party of Australia (Victorian Division) E. Legalise Cannabis Australia Elissa SMITH Legalise Cannabis Australia WayneTAYLOR Legalise Cannabis Australia F. Sustainable Australia Party Stop Overdevelopment / Corruption Madeleine WEARNE Sustainable Australia Party - Stop Overdevelopment / Corruption Robert LONG Sustainable Australia Party - Stop Overdevelopment / Corruption G. Australian Values Party Chris BURSON Australian Values Party Samantha ASSER Australian Values Party

H. Derryn Hinch's Justice Party Derryn HINCH Derryn Hinch's Justice Party Ruth STANFIELD Derryn Hinch's Justice Party I. Animal Justice Party Bronwyn CURRIE Animal Justice Party Chris DELFORCE Animal Justice Party J. Australian Progressives Antoinette PITT Australian Progressives David KNIGHT Australian Progressives K. Australian Labor Party Linda WHITE Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) Jana STEWART Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) Casey NUNN Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) Megan BRIDGER-DARLING Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) Josh McFARLANE Australian Labor Party (Victorian Branch) L. UAP Ralph BABET United Australia Party Kelly MORAN United Australia Party Kenneth GRIMMOND United Australia Party M. Socialist Alliance Felix DANCE Socialist Alliance Angela CARR Socialist Alliance N. Australian Federation Party Vern HUGHES Australian Federation Party Karen KIM Australian Federation Party Cheryl LACEY Australian Federation Party Chris MARA Australian Federation Party Neerja SEWAK Australian Federation Party Mark O'CONNELL Australian Federation Party O. Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party Ethan CONSTANTINOU Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party NicoleBOURMAN Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party P. Pauline Hanson's One Nation Warren PICKERING Pauline Hanson's One Nation Stuart HUXHAM Pauline Hanson's One Nation Q. Citizens Party Robbie BARWICK Australian Citizens Party Craig ISHERWOOD Australian Citizens Party R. Morgan C JONAS Monica SMIT S. FUSION: Science, Pirate, Secular, Climate Emergency KammyCORDNERHUNT FUSION: Science, Pirate, Secular, Climate Emergency Tahlia FARRANT FUSION: Science, Pirate, Secular, Climate Emergency T. Susan BENEDYKA Christine RICHARDS U. The Greens Lidia THORPE The Australian Greens - Victoria Adam FROGLEY The Australian Greens - Victoria Sissy AUSTIN The Australian Greens - Victoria Zeb PAYNE The Australian Greens - Victoria V. The Great Australian Party Darryl O'BRYAN The Great Australian Party Geoff WHITEHEAD The Great Australian Party

W. Liberal Democrats David LIMBRICK Liberal Democratic Party Krystle MITCHELL Liberal Democratic Party Caroline WHITE Liberal Democratic Party X. Informed Medical Options Party Nick CLONARIDIS Informed Medical Options Party Robyn CURNOW Informed Medical Options Party Y. Peter BYRNE Jason WARDLE Z. Victorian Socialists AranMYLVAGANAM Victorian Socialists Laura RICCARDI Victorian Socialists Ungrouped Glenn FLOYD Independent

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300 men on the diggings Visit to Ghin Ghin goldfields ● An 1868 ad for the Commercial Hotel and Music Hall at Ghin Ghin “An entertainment in aid of the ■ The first issue of the Alexandra Kilmore Hospital funds was given Times (June 2, 1868) told of the new in the large concert hall of Kangaroo gold reef at Ghin Ghin, Newbound's Commercial hotel, and west of Muddy Creek (Yea). upwards of £12 was obtained exclu“We have just learned that a new sive of £5 or £6 yet to be collected. reef called the Kangaroo was dis“Certainly those are not the procovered by Mr Richard Mark Anthony on the 29th ultimo, for which obtained yesterday.” The ne clivities of thieves and vagabonds. he has registered, at Alexandra, a wspaper’s own correspondent of- In every respect the performance last fered a viewpoint of life on the Ghin night was a great success, our amaprospect ing claim. teurs forming an exception to the “The reef is situated within a mile Ghin diggings in 1868: “Probably there is no gold-field generality of those who seek histriand-a-half of Ghin Ghin. Mr Anthony informs us that while out kanga in the colony of Victoria that has been onic fame. “Much credit is due to Miss Kate roo hunting he picked up some sur- more grossly misrepresented or foully face stone with gold from the out- maligned than the Ghin Ghin dig- Keely, who superintended and arcrop of the reef, and named the reef gings; for considering that we have ranged the after piece of the Area neither parson, policeman, nor offi- Bell, also presiding at the pianoforte, the Kangaroo.” James Miller, “draper, clothier, cial of any kind (with the exception and during the evening rendering in ironmonger, provision, wine and spirit of our "worthy postmaster"), the min- her usual artistic style some of her merchant”, trading at both Ghin Ghin ers "generally" may be regarded as sweetest songs. and Wood’s Point, advertised the models of propriety and decorum. “Afterwards dancing was the or“Such being the case the place der of the night, De Alberts music “highest price for gold”. Also advertising for business was has been very appropriately termed being exquisitely performed on the Fenton’s American Hotel, Grant St, the Palestine or the Holy Land Dig- piano, in the form of duets by Miss Ghin Ghin. It described itself as “the gings. Keely and Mr Richey. “Some idea may be formed of best hotel on the diggings”. “The evening's amusement was “The Accommodation is of a most the horror and indignation of our quiet much enhanced by the soul-stirring superior character, and every atten- orderly population on reading a few harmony of the Scotch bagpipes, the tion is paid to those who patronise weeks back in the columns of a Mel- player being a gentleman who has bourne journal, not over nice on the had the honor of blowing his pipes the establishment. “All Wines and Spirits of the Best score of veracity, that we individu- before Her Majesty at Balmoral. Quality. Good Stabling. Horses let out ally and collectively, were a pack of “It is the intention of the good folk thieves, vagabonds, brothel-house- of Yea to get up a performance also on Hire.” On June 23, the Times reported: keepers, and prostitutes. for the benefit of the Kilmore Hospi“As regards the latter vice, the tal, on which occasion our amateurs, “A new rush in alluvial ground has set in at Ghin Ghin. Particulars as to social evil, thank Providence, is to- assisted by Miss Kate Keely, have tally unknown here; and last night promised their assistance. locality have not yet reached us. “Behind the Commercial Hotel, proved that the people of Ghin Ghin So much for the social condition Ghin Ghin, a new lead has been are sensitively alive to the finest in- of Ghin Ghin. Our mining interests, struck, and 3 oz to one rub of stuff stincts of human nature. however, are of too much importance to introduce at the fag-end of a letter, but everything appertaining both to alluvial and quartz mining shall be duly chronicled in my next correspondence. Tesuaday, June 16th, 1868. “Several parties who left for Bul(Before W. L. Ker, J. D. Webster and G. Pendlebury, Esq's. J.P's.) lock Creek have returned, giving very McDONALD v.TURNER. gloomy accounts of the place. Case of illegal detention of a dray, value £16. Mr Emerson for com“Letters from mates there repreplainant. sent the diggings to be a failure. It was proved for complainant that defen dant, having bespoke a dray “An unfortunate digger named from one Shorten, a wheelwright at Ghin Ghin, complainant had done Hodgeson lost his life last Monday the necessary iron work on dray at Shorten's order; that the dray was in in a six foot hole. his possession at his forge; that he had a lien of £10 2s. for his work on it, “He sent up his mate a bucket of and would not give it up until paid; that at ten at night on the 12th inst., dirt to be washed, who on returning defendant had taken the dray away without his knowledge, and had since called down to him, but receiving no refused to return it. answer, went down the shaft, and It was sought to be set up for the defence that the dray had never been found that upwards of two tons of in McDonald's possession, nor out of Shorten's; that Shorten's workearth had fallen in causing instant shop was next door to McDonald's forge; and that McDonald had merely death. made the iron work and delivered it to Shorten, who put it on himself. “The Rev. Mr MacCarteny, Dean Shorten was called, who swore positively to the above, but on being of Melbourne, intends paying us a cross-examined by Mr Emerson, he had to admit that McDonald had put visit on his arrival in Yea, and, perthe tiers on the wheels, and fixed on other iron work; and (in reply to a Divine service. forming question from his Worship Mr Webster) that the dray when taken away “It will be a pleasure to the Dean was on McDonald's ground outside his forge. to hear sacred music very creditably The Bench found: that any dispute between Shorten and McDonald performed in such an out-of-the-way could not effect the case (his Worship, Mr Webster, remarking that place as Ghin Ghin, and songs to Shorten's evidence was most unreliable), and ordered defendant to give the Creator accompanied with the up the dray to McDonald forthwith, or pay him £16, with £1 18s 6d costs. solemn tones, of the harmonium.” - Originally published on June 23, 1868 - Alexandra Times

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Ghin Ghin wheelwright takes Yea Court action

■ We have made a personal visit to this gold-field, celebrated for the legal proceedings which have engaged the attention of our courts of law for a considerable time past. Lately the place has been subjected to one of those dull fits always experienced in every new gold-field. Within the past few days, however, a considerable reaction has set in, and Ghin Ghin promises once more to be one of the most important gold-fields in this district. Along the line of the original prospecting claim the ground is being thoroughly worked, and there is still a considerable amount of gold being obtained. There are at present upwards of 300 men along this line. At right angles to the Palestine lead there are Paddy's Gully, Scotchman's Gully, and several others in which excellent prospects have been obtained from the surface to the bed rock; but at present the water is scarce, and the miners are busy making dams and erecting puddling machines. Upwards of twenty of such machines are now completed. The miners are very sanguine as to the future prospects of the locality, and it is fully expected that as soon as there is a supply of water, the yield of gold from these gullies alone will be equal to that of the palmiest days of Ghin Ghin. The Palestine Creek is being worked for a distance of a mile and-ahalf. At the top of the creek the lead disappears, and at the bottom of the creek it has been followed into a swamp, where from the abundance of water it becomes unworkable. There are numerous creeks of similar aspect in the neighbourhood, which, however, have been very indifferently prospected. The impression is that there is yet a large quantity of payable alluvial ground around Ghin Ghin, that will ere long give employment to a large population. Several important quartz reefs have been lately discovered within a quarter or half-a-mile of Ghin Ghin township, and from the prospects already obtained they promise to become of considerable importance. A trial crushing of five tons from the City of Melbourne prospecting claim yielded 3 ozs. 1 dwt. to the ton. The reef in this claim was followed from the surface to a depth of thirty feet. Another shaft at a distance of fifty feet was sunk in which the reef was cut at a depth of sixty-four feet; a third shaft at a further distance of thirty yards has also been sunk, striking the reef at ninety feet. The trial crushing, as above stated, was taken equally from those three shafts, and this may be considered a fair average of the reef, whick is at present fourteen inches thick. A distinct parallel reef has been found in this claim, from which good prospects have been obtained. From the Providence Reef, a quarter of a mile distant from the City of Melbourne Reef, twenty tons of stone have been raised, and will be crushed in a few days. The quartz is hard and white, but shows gold in the solid. Adjoining this claim are situated the Iron Duke, the Queen, the James I, the Elizabeth, and the Edinburgh claims, in which shafts are now being put down. The St. Patrick Reef is again at work, and shows good stone. The reefing interest in this place is suffering greatly from tihe want of a crushing machine, the cartage to the nearest machine, which is at Yea, being £1 per ton; adding to this 18s. per ton for carting the stone, the expense becomes so great as to prevent the proper testing of many of the claims now opened—besides during the winter months the road to Yea will bequite impassable, as the Goul burn River must be twice crossed. Parties who make it their business to erect machinery, might find it to their advantage to visit Ghin Ghin, as there appears to be an excellent opening for the erection of a plant of crushing machinery at that place. The inhabitants of Ghin Ghin complain bitterly that notwithstanding the large population of the district, and the large amount they contribute to the general revenue in the shape of publicans' and business licences, &c, they have, nevertheless, no police protection. A memorial on the subject was some time ago forwarded to the proper authorities; the only reply received was to the effect that the place was not of sufficient importance to warrant the stationing of a constable at Ghin Ghin, but that one of those worthy functionaries would be occasionally sent to visit the place. We fully appreciate the moral effect of the presence of one of those dignitaries of the law; but we very much question whether a fortnightly visit will have sufficient influence in preventing drunken brawls and breaking of heads, which occasionally take place in the midst of such a large population as there is assembled at Ghin Ghin. - Originally published on June 2, 1868

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Local Theatre Real Inspector Hound

■ Artefact Theatre Company have hit the stage running with their first for 2022 production of The Real Inspector Hound at St Martins Theatre. Tom Stoppard’s ingenious farce doesn’t tire and this production was nonstop as one would expect from Director Matthew Cox with a string of successes to his name. In true Agatha Christie style, in country Muldoon Manner it’s a whodunnit with a chaotic and funny conclusion. Stoppard treats us to a play within a play. Two theatre critics Moon (Annabelle Tudor) and Birdboot (James Cutler) are reviewing Piccadilly Players' production of The Real Inspector Hound at the Palava Theatre, Soho, London. All in April 1973. Cleverly seated in the front row of the real St Martins Theatre audience, they set about recording their review midst eating chocolates, writing notes, using a recorder and conversing with those seated next to them. The Piccadilly Players' six cast all played their roles with precision and indeed exactness, with Drudge the dutiful housekeeper (Bridie Pamment) and a very animated Simon Gascoyne (Ben Andrews) leading the way. However, at times the scenes were stolen by Lady Cynthia Muldoon (Julia Grace) who gave a tantalising and dazzling performance bordering on voluptuousness. Add a fiery tennis player Felicity Cunningham (Seon Williams) who has aspirations for Gascoyne and is hurt by his rejection, we were still no closer to knowing who is the Real Inspector Hound? Wheelchair bound grumpy Major Magnus Muldoon (Dylan Watson) together with incompetent Police Inspector Hound (Ross Dwyer) reveal themselves as key players as bodies start to pile up adding to the corpse of a previous critic named Higgs that lay on the floor next to the chaise longue throughout the play. All was revealed, or was it? Were there not some unanswered questions? A great whodunnit production well underpinned by a host of technical support. Performance Details: Until May 14 Venue: St Martins Theatre, 28 St Martins Lane, South Yarra Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/ events/landing/882686 - Review by Graeme McCoubrie

It’s Now or Never

■ The Basin Theatre presented a wonderful stage set of the interior of a villa in Spain for the comedy It's Now Or Never. As this is a typical farce there were the obligatory six doors which were well used by the players. Lucas Thomas was Keith Clark, the owner of the villa. Thomas projects well but his voice was rather too loud for the intimate theatre. Some of his scenes were outrageous and got a good response from the audience. His mateTom Weals was played by James Ness. Another good projection performance but again the voice was too loud and sometimes seemed to be screaming. His overall performance was quite funny, and he worked well with his fiancée Alice Martin. Alice Martin was played by Tina Bono, who gave an outstanding performance, really catching the character of Alice, the girl wasn’t enamoured with Elvis. She participated in some great scenes which the audience really enjoyed. The Spanish dry cleaner, Lydia Sandez was played by Nicole Barravecchio, who kept the standard expected of the role and was enjoyed by the audience. Alan Ashby was Elvis. An exhausting role the way he was, shall we say, moved about. As Elvis he had no speaking role but as Rocco Sandez, he did have some lines. A good performance. The journalist from England was given an hysterical performance by Elise Michelle as Cherry Richards. Some of her scenes were a sheer delight and the audience certainly appreciated her performance. Another superb performance adding to the standard of the evening. - Review by Peter Kemp

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■ Alaine Beek’s cancer journey began with a letter following a routine mammogram. The letter called Beek in for a check-up. The odds were in her favour – there was a 90 per cent chance that she did not have cancer. Unfortunately, Beek was one of the 10 per cent whose biopsy result revealed breast cancer. To get through her ordeal and remain positive after her diagnosis, Beek visualised her cancer as an imaginary friend. She named her cancer Jack. This coping mechanism spawned from the necessity to grapple with a life-threatening event became the creative spark for Beek’s play, Jack and Millie. Jack and Millie is an illuminating and honest play about contemplating death. Despite the bleak theme, this show is not as dark as you expect it to be. Instead, it is funny and quirky in equal measure. A 50-something professional, Millie’s (Beek) world is knocked sideways with her diagnosis. Enter Jack (Phil Cameron-Smith); her cancer reimagined in human form. Jack is that voice of doubt, that naysayer reminding Millie that she is mortal and that life is finite. Jack is also the voice of gallows humour and a way of making sense of the provocations of Millie’s new reality: the seemingly endless rounds of doctors’ appointments, surgeries, radiotherapy, and other invasions. During this blackest of times, Millie bumps into an old friend from her university days, Declan (Ross Daniels). A fledgling romance was not something Millie envisioned. But in this new normal, Millie learns, one needs to embrace the chaos. - Review by Kathryn Keeble

Girl From The North Country

■ A talented cast of singers, musicians and actors graced the Comedy Theatre stage for the opening Girl From The North Country. A beautiful set, a unique opening with house lights on a dark stage that gradually transitioned. I was intrigued from the start, including wondering how twenty two Bob Dylan’s songs would be woven into one piece of theatre. The set was continually changing with screen scenes, different props/furniture, characters coming, going in this musical play set in a boarding house in Duluth, Minnesota. Whilst I enjoyed the singing and performances from most of the cast I did find the story both confusing and somewhat depressing. Writer/Director Conor McPherson put together a piece with many troubled people, whether it be money, health issues or other personal problems. The humour was dark and not much of it. Do not expect a comedy in the theatre of this name, this is many tales of woe in a bigoted, narrow minded USA in the 1930s. At times it was difficult to hear the dialogue and follow the stories of the various characters. Other times there was too much happening at one time making it difficult to focus, yet admirably this is a show with energy. The band under the direction of Andrew Ross, with musical arrangements and orchestrations by Simon Hale was a highlight. It included drums and other percussion played by the cast, double bass Mark Harris, guitars Cameron Henderson, violin and mandolin Xani Kolac. Solos were shared around the cast, all talented singers playing their parts well. This was an ensemble cast with many notable performances, Lisa McCune (Elizabeth Laine) and Elijah Williams (Joe Scott) the standouts. It was refreshing to see a show with mostly older characters/actors. For Dylan fans Girl From The North Country would no doubt be a musical treat. A unique experience which I hope does well for this accomplished ensemble. - Review by Elizabeth Semmel

● Alaine Beek with Ross Daniels and Phil Cameron-Smith in Jack and Millie. Photo: Parenthesy

Rob Morrison

■ Listening audiences of Melbourne community radio station 96.5 Inner FM will be familiar with the voice of Rob Morrison, who has been a presenter at the station since 1992. Rob currently hosts the weekly light-music program Kaleidoscope on Thursdays between 1pm- 3pm, and Musical Theatre Melodies on Tuesday evenings between 9pm- 11.00pm and contributes to the Local Theatre program.. Musical Theatre Melodies celebrated its 11th anniversary last week. The radio show is devoted to the best of Broadway, London's West End, the Australian stage and a little European operetta. Each week, Rob pays tribute to the anniversary of the premiere of a featured musical comedy, drama, operetta or comic opera with a broadcast of the score from its original cast, revival cast or studio cast recording, interspersed with Rob's narration of the storyline to establish each song within the context of the show's plot. Where possible, interviews are included with people associated with each musical such as composers, lyricists, musical directors, performers and musical theatre historians with background knowledge of the shows. Guests on Musical Theatre Melodies to date have included composers and/or lyricists Leslie Bricusse, Frank Wildhorn, Sheldon Harnick, Peter Pinne, Tom Jones (collaborator with Harvey Schmidt on The Fantasticks and other musicals - not the Welsh pop singer) and overseas performers Constance Towers, Chita Rivera, Daisy Eagan, Cady Huffman, Walter Willison, Lee Roy Reams and Harry Groener. Musical Directors interviewed include Rob Fisher, Aaron Gandy and Michael Lavine from the US, and Australian conductor Alan Barker. Renowned author Kurt Ganzl has also been interviewed by Rob. Australian performers interviewed on Rob's program include Alan Hopgood, Sean Scully, Lewis Flander, Patricia Hemingway, Bill Kerr, Stuart Wagstaff, Geraldine Morrow and director/choreographer Robert Ray. Musical theatre historian interviewees include former head of the Rodgers and Hammerstein organisation, Ted Chapin, New York-based theatre critic/author Peter Filichia, London-based archivist /author, Rex Bunnett, Los Angeles-based Miles Kreuger, and Australian theatre historian Frank Van Straten. With a background in science and biophysics, Rob is equally at home in the performing arts, having performed in over 70 stage productions since 1975 for a number of amateur theatre companies based in Melbourne's eastern suburbs 96.5 Inner FM streams its broadcasts over the Internet, being heard world-wide via the listen-live link on www.innerfm.org.au - Cheryl Threadgold

What’s On Love in Bright Landscapes

■ Love in Bright Landscapes, the moving, inspirational visual biography of Australian singer/songwriter David McComb (19621999) is screening in selected Melbourne cinemas. Made over thirteen years, Love in Bright Landscapes uses home movies, 35mm slides, videos, personal letters and poems read by Australian-born Man Booker Prize winning novelist DBC Pierre, frank interviews with David's family, friends, fellow musicians, manager and fiancee, and excerpts from seventy-five of McCombe's songs, interspersed with images of David's dearly loved landscapes. Beautifully crafted to tell of a passionate, unique musician with his own 'peculiar brand of song' who formed the highly successful rock band The Triffids, (from John Wyndham's post-apocalyptic novel The Day of the Triffids) and later performing solo, the movie also adds intimacy by capturing the human aspects of David's life. Childhood home movies from the farm, beach, holidays and fishing reflect David's happiness in outdoor environments. We hear he was driven, willing to make sacrifices to play music in his own unconventional style, described later as "authentic". His father, prominent Perth surgeon Dr Harold McComb, doubted David's decision in 1980 to travel to the east with The Triffids - "You're not the Beatles". It is a poignant moment when after attending David's funeral in 1999 and hearing the high public respect for his son as a person and artist, David's father reportedly said he now understood. This is director Jonathan Alley's first film, and it is a great achievement that by the movie's end, audiences feel emotionally connected with David McComb and his story. We experience sadness at David's untimely passing just before his 37th birthday, wishing he were here now to continue his charismatic performances. Love in Bright Landscapes also contains a treasure trove of valuable historical archival footage from the 1960s to 1990s. Now screening at Classic Cinemas, Lido Cinemas and Cinema Nova. Special screening and live performance of The Friends of David McComb: Sunday May 15 at The Astor Theatre, 1 Chapel St., St Kilda. www.loveinbrightlandscapes.com/ - Cheryl Threadgold

Les Miserables

■ CentreStage presents Les Misérables from June 3-11 at the 1400-seat Costa Hall, Deakin University, Geelong, under the direction of Martin Croft. Set in 19th century France and based on Victor Hugo's novel, Les Misérables is an epic story of broken dreams, passion and redemption set against a nation in the throes of revolution. Released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, Jean Valjean breaks his parole in the hope of starting a new life. During his lifelong struggle for redemption, Valjean is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert. During the Paris student uprising in 1832, Javert confronts his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean's adopted daughter. Valjean finally attains his long-sought peace. Regarded as Australia's largest amateur musical theatre company, CentreStage is ‘proudly Geelong’, believing this is their secret for creating consistently strong theatre. Managing Director David Greenwood founded CentreStage in 2010 when he was 22. Performance Season: June 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 at 7.30pm; June 4, 11 at 1.30pm; June 5 at 5pm. Venue: Costa Theatre, Deakin University, 1 Gheringhap st., Geelong Tickets: Full $51.90/Conc.$47.90/ Ch.Under 12, $42.90/Student $43.90/Group 10+ $45.90 Bookings: www.geelongartscentre.org.au/ whats-on/all-events/centrestage-presents-lesmiserables/ - Cheryl Threadgold

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Local Theatre Shows

■ Beaumaris Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk – the Pantomime (by Georgy Charles, Debbie Keyt, Lorraine Ellis and Stephen White) Until May 22 at Beaumaris Theatre, 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris. Director: Debbie Keyt; Musical Director: Rhonda Vaughan; Choreographer: Camilla Klesman. Bookings: www.beaumaristheatre.com.au Williamstown Musical Theatre Company: Mamma Mia! May 13 – June 4 at Centenary Theatre, 71 Railway Place, Williamstown. Bookings: www.wmtc.org.au or phone 1300 881 545. ■ CLOC Musical Theatre: The Jersey Boys: the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons May 13 – 28 at the National Theatre, St Kilda. Director/Set Designer: Richard Perdriau; Musical Director: Malcom Huddle; Choreographer: Kirra Sibel. Bookings: www.cloc.org.au ■ The Mount Players: The Odd Couple (by Neil Simon) May 13 – 29 at the Mountview Theatre, 56 Smith St., Macedon. Director: Frank Harvey. Bookings: https:// www.themountplayers.com/ ■ Playhouse Players: The Crucible (by Arthur Miller) May 19 – 28 at the Clayton Theatre, 9-15 Cooke St.., Clayton. Director: Emma Newport. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/BUTVC ■ LilydaleAthenaeum Theatre Company: The Deep Blue Sea (by Terrence Rattigan) May 19 – June 4 at the Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre, 39-41 Castella St., Lilydale. Director: Alan Burrows. Bookings: 9735 1777 or www lilydaleatc.com ■ The 1812 Theatre: Til Beth do Us Part (by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten) May 19 – June 11 at The 1812 Theatre, 3 Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Director: Keith Hutton. Bookings: www.1812theatre.com.au or 97583964 ■ Brighton Theatre Company: Torch Song (by Harvey Fierstein) May 20 – June 4 at the Bayside Arts and Cultural Centre, Carpenter St., Brighton. Director: Annie Blood. Bookings: www.brightontheatre.com.au ■ MLOC Productions: Keeping UpAppearances (by Roy Clarke) May 25, 26, 27 at 7.30pm; May 28 at 2pm and 6pm at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 63 Parkers Rd., Parkdale. Directors: Jane Court and Dean Mitrousis. Bookings: www.kingstonarts.com.au ■ MLOC Productions: My Fair Lady June 3 – 12 at the Grand Hall, Kingston Arts Centre, 979-985 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin. Director/Choreographer: Robert Ray. Bookings: https://www.kingstonarts.com.au/performance/All-Performance/MLOC-My-FairLady CentreStage: Les Misérables June 3 – 11 at Costa Theatre, Deakin University, 1 Gheringhap st., Geelong. Director: Martin Croft. Bookings: www.geelongartscentre. org.au/whats-on/all-events/centrestage-presents-les-miserables/ ■ Babirra Music Theatre: Mamma Mia! June 10 – 19 at the Karralyka Theatre, Mines Rd., Ringwood. Director: Richard Perdriau; Musical Director: Mal Fawcett; Choreographer: Di Crough. Bookings: www.babirra.org.au ■ Encore Theatre Company: Alice’sAdventures in Wonderland (Original story by Lewis Carroll, adapted for the stage by Matthew CW) June 30 – July 9 (Thursday – Saturday 11am and 2pm shows) at the Clayton Theatre, Community Centre, Cooke Street, Clayton. Bookings: www.encoretheatre. com.au

Auditions

■ Heidelberg Theatre Company Youth: The Legendary Robin Hood May 8, 9 at 5.00pm at Heidelberg Theatre, 36 Turnham Ave., Rosanna. For young people aged between 15 and 25. To register for an audition, get involved offstage, or want to know more, email htcyouth@htc.org.au, or contact Youth leaders Ryan and Morgan at 0400 297 686 and 0409 984 171. ■ Williamstown Little Theatre: Citysong (by Dylan Coburn Gray) June 12 at 11.00am, June 13 at 7.30pm at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Shirley Sydenham. Audition bookings and enquiries: Shirley Sydenham - surelysyd@gmail.com ● To column at right

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Wiggles in the Vault ■ Australian children’s music supergroup,The Wiggles, has been welcomed into the Australian Music Vault to commemorate their 2022 Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Service to Australian music. Some of the band’s most iconic objects are now on display in the exhibition space at Arts Centre Melbourne. The Wiggles are recognised by the Australian Music Vault in this exhibition of Wiggles memorabilia, "It’s so great to take a trip down memory lane and see some of the amazing items from the past 30 years, says Blue Wiggle Anthony Field. "I’m not sure what Jeff will do without his purple skivvy as we still have a show to play in Adelaide next weekend, but I’m sure we’ll figure something out." Objects on display include: Custom Maton Mastersound MS500 guitar signed by past and present members of The Wiggles 2015-2022; Original prop sword used by Paul Paddick as Captain Feathersword for performances with The Wiggles1995-2022; Purple skivvy worn by Jeff Fatt when performing with The Wiggles c.1991-2012; ARIA Hall of Fame awarded to Anthony Field of The Wiggles – 2011, and more. Formed in Sydney in 1991,The Wiggles have been entertaining generations of children all over the world for more than 30 years. Adorned in coloured skivvies and accompanied by the characters Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus and Wags the Dog, The Wiggles have forged their own cultural landscape fostering a love of music in millions of children. While undertaking studies in early childhood education, Anthony Field (Blue Wiggle) recruited fellow university students Murray Cook (Red Wiggle) and Greg Page (Yellow Wiggle) alongside Jeff Fatt (Purple Wiggle) to record an album for children. Today, they are a global brand who have embarked on multiple international tours, sold over 30 million albums and DVDs, released 59 studio albums, won 13 ARIA Awards for Best Children’s Album, and been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Their line-up has changed throughout the years to include former members Sam Moran and Emma Watkins and current membersAnthony Field (Blue Wiggle), Tsehay Hawkins (Yellow Wiggle), Lachlan Gillespie (Purple Wiggle) and Simon Pryce (Red Wiggle) continue to delight children of all ages with their playful exploration of everyday life through music and movement. The display is open now until the end of July. The AMV is a free exhibition and open daily from 10am – 5pm (no bookings required). australianmusicvault.com.au 1300 182 183. - Cheryl Threadgold

Low

■ The Victorian Theatre Company returns to Theatre Works with Low, a thriller play from Australian playwright Daniel Keene, from May 17 - 21 at the Explosives Factory, 67 Inkerman St, St Kilda. Directed by Jennifer Sarah Dean (Moulin Rouge!), this Daniel Keene love story is described as "brutal", and "a dark Bonnie and Clyde tale set in the streets of Melbourne". "It’s a story that comes from and belongs to our streets," explains Dean. "The play is firmly set in 1991 Melbourne - a hard period in Australian history with recession gripping the country.” Rising stars Matthew Connell (The Darkening Sky, King Lear) and Veronica Thomas (When The Light Leaves, Thigh Gap) are cast as the two star crossed lovers. Low will be scored by composer and sound designer Thomas Kunz (Hamlet), anchoring the piece to the time period and bringing out the heightened poetry of Keene's work. Chelsea Neate’s set and costume design will bring Melbourne’s dark alleyways to life in the ideal venue of Theatre Works' new warehouse space The Explosives Factory. Kris Chainey’s lighting design evokes noir punk and neon cityscape.

● The Wiggles Performance Details: May 17 - 21 at 7.30pm Tues - Sat. Venue: Explosives Factory, Rear Laneway, 67 Inkerman St., St Kilda Duration: 90min. Content warnings: Depicts strong language, violence, sexual references and alcoholism. Not recommended for children. Tickets: $40 Full, $32 Concession, $25 Student and Preview (+ $2.50 booking fee) Bookings: https://www.theatreworks.org.au/ program/low or 9534 3388 - Cheryl Threadgold

A Hundred Words

■ Theatre Works’ Explosives Factory is the venue for UK playwright Tatty Hennessy’s A Hundred Words for Snow. This 80-minute monologue play is performed by very talented Eddie Pattison as the teenage Rory (Aurora). As we walk in, the exposed simple set consists of a small tent which sits diagonally opposite an urn. From the outset, the story as told by teenage Rory at her father’s funeral is engaging. We learn that he was a geography teacher who always wanted to be an explorer and go to the North Pole. Rory decides to take the urn filled with her father’s ashes and take him there. This mesmerising story won a VAULT Origins Award for outstanding new work in 2018. The journey embarked upon is varied and fascinating. Rory has such an affinity for what she has learnt from her father, she feels anything is possible. She is courageous and takes opportunities of meeting new and interesting people along her journey. In the end she realises that ‘Life is fragile’. Like all young travellers the world over, on returning home, she finds nothing has changed, but everything has changed. Director and Producer Gavin Roach brings out the best in this actor. Pattison shows great depth of character, a well-modulated voice and is enthralling to watch. The mood is enhanced with the lighting, designed by Spencer Herd and captivating sounds of moving ice sheets from Sound Designer Connor Ross. Congratulations to the creative team behind this moving production. - Review by Lyn Hurst

Director at Eltham

■ Eltham Little Theatre is seeking a director for their 2023 youth production. The Play Selection Committee would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in putting their ideas forward. Past, current and directors new to ELT are encouraged to submit their visions and suggestions for a play. Any youth musical must be subject to rights availability. If interested, please email playselection@elthamlittletheatre.org.au as soon as possible. - Cheryl Threadgold

Life in Colour

■ Local emerging artist, Elissa Parsons will feature in her first solo exhibition ‘Life in Colour’ at Fitzroy’s In.cube8r Gallery from May 19 to June 1.

Observations How To Please A Woman

● Sally Phillips as Gina ■ With Mother’s Day just passed, a film with the title of How To Please A Woman seems timely. Yet those expecting a detailed how-to manual are not going to get it with this film, but they will get a glorious comic romp that looks at serious issues for women in the middle years of their lives. Gina (the wonderful Sally Phillips) is the victim of a business restructure where she is the only one to lose her job – she also happens to be the oldest woman in the workplace and she feels that is a big part of the reason. Her female swimming mates decide to cheer her up with a surprise visit from a male stripper. Initially, this horrifies Gina and she begs him to stop. But upon being told in sexy undertones that he is hers for two hours to do anything with, she voices a deeply felt wish shared by many women – for him to clean her house! And thus starts an idea for a new business opportunity - housecleaning by hunky blokes who may or may not keep their clothes on. As the business develops, manager Gina finds herself aware of many people (including herself) who are stuck in flat relationships that have lost their intimacy. So perhaps there is another need that her business can address? To tell you more would be to spoil the experience. But there are serious relationship issues examined here, and Gina’s solutions are certainly innovative. There are fine performances throughout, but it is Sally Phillips’s star turn, with a little help from mature beefcake Steve (Erik Thomson). As a side note, those of a certain age may remember the Cleo centrefolds of the 70s and 80s – Erik Thomson was one of the first. This is a fun film that might provoke some serious discussion – but do see it with someone broadminded so you can both enjoy it. While it is certainly aimed at women, it could be an educational experience for the bloke in your life. Enjoy. How To Please AWoman, opens in cinemas on May 19. Julie Houghton

More Auditions

■ Melbourne French Theatre: Le Mariage Forcé (The Forced Marriage) (by De Molière, celebrating the 400th anniversary of his birth), Fluent French-speaking actors only. Audition dates: May 14 at 2pm; May 17 at 7pm at La Maison de Maitre Building, 203-205 Canning St., Carlton (Cnr. Neill St. enter via corner door). Director: Donald McManus. Producer: Michael Bula. Audition Bookings and Details: https://melbournefrenchtheatre. org.au/auditions/ ■ Malvern Theatre Company: Skylight (by David Hare) May 15, 16 at 7.30pm at 29 Burke Rd., Malvern. Director: Michelle Swann. Audition enquiries: michelleswann65@ gmail.com ■ The Mount Players: When the Rain Stops Falling (by Andrew Bovell) July 23, 24 at 10.00am at the Mountview Theatre, 56 Smith St., Macedon. Director: Vicki Smith. Working With Children Check required for cast and crew. Enquiries: stagestruck58@me.com - Cheryl Threadgold

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What’s On Art of Everyday Melbourne

■ From Mundane to Friday: The Art of Everyday Melbourne, presented until July 22 at the Lower Melbourne Town Hall, captures the mood of the city over the past few years and injects new life into a whimsical collection of found objects, ephemera and life’s detritus. Melbourne-based ceramic artist Kenny Pittock has worked with the City of Melbourne Collection to create an exhibition that imbues value and cultural meaning into otherwise disposable objects. From Mundane to Friday features new works from Pittock that shine a light on the city’s pandemic past, alongside existing pieces from the Collection that encapsulate stories from pre and post-colonial settlement. As part of the exhibition, he has replicated 25 shopping lists gathered during Melbourne’s lockdowns, along with 19 signs found hanging on the front doors of businesses through the city on March 28, 2020. Pittock’s unusual fascination with abandoned shopping lists harks back to his teenage years. “I was 15 when I first got a part-time job as a supermarket cleaner and trolley pusher," explains Pittock. " I’ve worked there on and off for more than half of my life. Part of the job is getting rid of any rubbish left behind in the trolleys. It’s usually just receipts and catalogues, but often, more interestingly, it’s abandoned shopping lists. Rather than throw them away, I read them and soon began to collect them. I now have a collection of more than 5000 found shopping lists.” Melburnians’ recent experience of lockdowns can be seen in some of Pittock’s more recently acquired lists. “While shopping lists may appear to simply capture mundane everyday life, these past two years have produced a form of everyday life that has been anything but mundane. “Our world has changed during the pandemic, and this is reflected in our buying patterns. One of the lists featured here reads: "Get pkt rice if you can" and "Butter chicken or something else". “When panic buying struck, many lists began to include back-up plans for when a first preference wasn’t in stock. The lists also began to reflect a shift towards community spirit; for instance, one list includes "Chocolates for neighbours.” Likewise, A Sign of the Times, another project of ceramic mimicry, captures the hope, gratitude, concerns and fears of a city in lockdown. The 19 pieces, each hand sculpted from earthenware clay, kiln-fired and hand-painted, are exact replicas of signs hanging on the front doors of businesses through Melbourne city on March 28, 2020. They include signs from restaurants and cafes, gyms, retailers and public venues. The exhibition also features objects from the City of Melbourne Collection and art from Elizabeth Gower, Lorraine ConnellyNorthey, Ghost NetArt Project, Jesse Marlow, Patrick Pound, Louiseann King and Peter Atkins. Waradgerie (Wiradjuri) artist Lorraine Connelly-Northey has created a Kooliman (indigenous carrying vessel) from the waste that once littered her Country, while the Ghost Net Art Project has crafted an Eastern Long Neck Turtle using massive fishing nets lost or abandoned at sea that pose a major threat to many marine fauna species and corals. The contents of a ticket inspector’s jacket pocket, images of a smiling cardboard box, abstract paintings based on obsolete train tickets, melted love-locks, and cut-out junk mail add to the exhibition’s curious diversity. The contents of a ticket inspector’s jacket pocket, images of a smiling cardboard box, abstract paintings based on obsolete train tickets, melted love-locks, and cut-out junk mail add to the exhibition’s curious diversity. Event Dates and Times: Until July 22, 8.30am-5pm Venue: Ground floor, Melbourne Town Hall, City Gallery, 110 Swanston St., Melbourne Bookings: Not required. Phone contact 9658 9658 or email citygallery@melbourne. vic.gov.au - Cheryl Threadgold

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Cinderella debuts

■ Lyndon Terracini for OperaAustralia and John Frost for Crossroads Live have announced that the Tony Award-winning Broadway production Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella will have its Australian premiere at Melbourne's Regent Theatre from May 20. Leading the cast will be Shubshri Kandiah (Aladdin, Fangirls) as Ella (Cinderella);Ainsley Melham (Merrily We Roll Along, Aladdin) as Prince Topher; Silvie Paladino (Mamma Mia!, Les Misérables) as Marie, the Fairy Godmother; Tina Bursill (TV’s Doctor Doctor, Wentworth) as Madame, Ella’s stepmother, and Todd McKenney (The Boy From Oz, Shrek) as the Lord Chancellor, Sebastian. This show is promoted as a fresh new take on the tale of a young woman transformed from a chambermaid into a princess. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella combines the story's classic elements – the glass slippers, pumpkin, a masked ball and more - along with some twists. More than just a pretty face with the right shoe size, this Cinderella is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting. A spirited young woman, she not only fights for her own dreams, but forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realise his dreams too. Performance Season: From May 20 ● Shubshri Kandiah (Ella) and Ainsley Venue: Regent Theatre, Collins Street, Melham (Prince Topher) in Melbourne Oscar and Hammerstein's Cinderella. Bookings: cinderellamusical.com.au Photo: Hugh Stewart - Cheryl Threadgold rights, sexual politics, and the projected dominance of artificial intelligence, taking place. Back to Back Theatre’s film Shadow, which is an adaptation developed in response to the ■ Multi-modal theatre work Hercules will be pandemic and inability to tour the stage work, presented by the Daniel Schlusser Ensemble, has also won the SXSW 2022 Audience Award haunted by Euripedes, at Arts House, North for the Visions strand of the festival. Melbourne from May 24 - 28. Directed by Australian artist and performance Hercules was seen as a hero, a great protecBruce Gladwin, The Shadow Whose tor and a role model. However, the lesser-known maker the Hunter Becomes is a sly theatrical revstory of his violent murder of his wife and chil- Prey elation inspired by mistakes, mis-readings, misdren is all but forgotten. and misunderstanding. This new work is created by the Daniel leadings The performance reminds us that none of us Schlusser Ensemble, in an an attempt to topple ]are self-sufficient and all of us are responsible, hero-worshipping and idolisation while grappling through a story about a public meeting that we’d with incomprehensible acts of violence. hope to happen in a certain kind of democracy. Taking the 12 labours of Hercules as its entry The show is about individual and collective point, Hercules excavates the violence that lies responsibility, asking “how do we come together beneath the myth of the hero. make decisions that are in the best interest of Performed by a trio of female performers: to society?” Mary-Helen Sassman, Katherine Tonkin and a civic Like all Back to Back Theatre shows it chalEdwina Wren, Hercules draws on Euripides, lenges the audience’s assumptions about people meme culture and contemporary politics as well living with a disability. as personal insights from the performers, who Created intermittently over many months and are mothers of young boys. years, through conversations and improviHercules is a multi-modal theatre work. Three even the performers are also its co-authors and performers are trapped inside a kindergarten sation, room that is suffocating in tragedy until it cracks dramaturgs. Back to Back Theatre creates new forms of open to reveal powerful symbolic and mytho- contemporary performance imagined from the logical worlds. minds and experiences of a unique ensemble of Daniel Schlusser said: “Our newest work living with disability, giving voice to sotackles a range of social realities – the pres- actors and political issues that speak to all people. sures of hyper-productivity, particularly on moth- cialPerformance Details: May 19 and May 20 ers and carers; culturally codified misogyny; and Alexander Theatre, Ian Potter Centre for Perthe tragic consequences of confused masculin- forming Arts, 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton ity, heroism and coercive control.” Tickets: $20 – $55. “Hercules is a complicated love affair with a Bookings: https://www.monash.edu/perhero. We are devising a theatrical poem that forming-arts-centres/event/back-to-back-theinvestigates heroism, surrounded by violence, atre/ infanticide, divinity and madness.” - Cheryl Threadgold Performance Details: May 24 - 28 at 7.30pm Tue -Sat Venue:Arts House, North Melbourne Town Hall, 521 Queensberry St., North Melbourne ■ Julie Houghton and Friends present the voDuration: 60 minutes cal concert Beyond the Sea, on Sunday, May 15 Tickets: $20 general admission + booking at 2pm at Rosanna Uniting Church. fee; $10 BLAKTIX for First Nations + booking Described as "concert of vocal delights celfee. Bookings: artshouse.com.au or (03) 9322 ebrating the romance of the sea and all the things 3720 bring joy to our lives" the concert will fea- Cheryl Threadgold that ture songs from music theatre, jazz, light opera, Gilbert and Sullivan, piano solos, verse "and a few surprises" Performers in this afternoon of music and literature include Suzanne Shakespeare, Christian Smith, David McNicol and Julie Houghton. Light refreshments will follow the concert. Event details: Sunday, May 15 at 2pm ■ Australia’s Back to Back Theatre returns to Venue: Rosanna Uniting Church, Arden Victoria after receiving the International Ibsen Award from The Norwegian Ministry of Cul- Cres., Rosanna ture, on May 19 -20 at Monash University PerTickets: $30, $25 concession, $10 student forming Arts Centres. Bookings: Tickets available at door or ring The Shadow Whose Prey the Hunter Be- 9457 2595 or email keithtupper08@gmail.com comes navigates a narrative through human - Cheryl Threadgold

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What’s On MSO May calendar

■ Melbourne Symphony Orchestra events for May: Ears Wide Open Stravinsky's The Firebird. Thursday, May 19, 6.30pm, Hamer Hall Take a musical journey into Stravinsky’s The Firebird, with renowned conductor and presenter Graham Abbott in the return of MSO’s Ears Wide Open series featuring musicians from Australian National Academy of Music. MSO Classic Kids Carnival of the Animals. Saturday, May 21, 10.30am and 12.30pm, relaxed performance at Hamer Hall MSO Classic Kids presents Camille SaintSaëns’Carnival of the Animals. The humorous depiction of animals in Saint-Saëns’ Zoological Fantasy are brought to life through music and puppetry live on the Hamer Hall stage. Conducted by MSO's 2022 Cybec Assistant Conductor Fellow CarloAntonioli with soloist and presenter Jess Hitchcock. Side by Side Pines of Rome featuring Melbourne Youth Orchestra. Saturday, May 21, 7.30pm, at Hamer Hall Conductor Graham Abbott leads Melbourne Youth Orchestra side by side with members of the MSO in a special collaborative concert featuring Respighi's symphonic Pines of Rome, plus a selection of modern masterpieces from Poulenc, Sculthorpe and RogerDucasse. Rossini's Petite Messe Solennelle, Saturday, May 28, at 7.30pm at Melbourne Recital Centre. The MSO Chorus returns to the stage with Rossini’s essential masterpiece, Petite messe solennelle (Little solemn mass). Warren Trevelyan-Jones directs four soloists, Kathryn Radcliffe (soprano), Deborah Humble (Mezzo-soprano), and Nicholas Jones (tenor) with Jacob Anela and Tom Griffiths on piano and Donald Nicolson on harmonium in this nineteenth-century choral masterwork. MSO Chamber Rebirth Sunday, May 29, 11am at Deakin Edge, Federation Square A deep emotional exploration of our last two years, emerging from desolation to hope. New works by Australian composer David Paterson, with world premieres from Edward Fairlie, Anton Koch and the MSO’s own Double Bass Stephen Newton, are featured alongside arrangements of works by Debussy and Ravel. The Court of Berevew, commissioned by Ben Castle, Head of Strings at Scotch College, also receives its world premiere after a cancellation in 2021. - Cheryl Threadgold

Celebrating Whitney

■ This year marks the 10th year anniversary since the passing of the late Whitney Houston. Her memorable music is still played all over the world and for one night only, the Australian Whitney Houston show, Celebrating Whitney, will be presented at The Palms at Crown Melbourne on Friday, July 15. The show will bring to life the greatest hit songs of Whitney Houston, featuring an 11piece band with dancers, backing vocals. Producer David Senn said: “It is always a privilege to be able to present the music of Whitney Houston songs in a live concert and remember the memories of a great artist, some of these unforgettable songs that we know and love such as The Greatest Love Of All, I Have Nothing, How Will I Know, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and of course the iconic I Will Always love You, giving the audiences an unforgettable experience”. He added, “Every show we’ve played at give us standing ovations over and over again." Tilarni is the frontline singer for the Australian Whitney Houston Show. The Sri Lankan born singer grew up in Australia to a musical family. Performance Date: Friday, July 15 at 7.30pm Venue: Palms at Crown, Southbank Tickets: $69.00 Bookings: https://www.ticketmaster.com. au/ event/25005C9A86690E8F Plus tickets can also be purchased via Box Office - Cheryl Threadgold

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Glamour Pussy stars

■ Glamour Pussy and The Hip Replacements is a fun, refreshing, original, contemporary, clever, thought provoking cabaret show starring Glamour Pussy (aka Naomi Eyers ) accompanied by a cello and piano (The Hip replacements). What a wonderful voice, one I had not heard before or at least had not recognised - Glamour Pussy, a seasoned performer, was fabulous, an all round entertainer. She held the audience for 70 minutes in an intimate show with songs, banter, images of her younger self. It was particularly impressive to hear the original, very current lyrics, with chords, rhythm and melody in cabaret style, making the songs feel familiar. Glamour Pussy had a terrific rapport with her audience, many who wanted to be involved whether it was by playing an instrument, showing off their glitter and glam or wanting a hug. She walked comfortably amongst the audience chatting, complementing, and insulting as was required. This is a new show with some teething problems. Some forgetful lines of songs or dialogue, slow costume changes, AV and sound glitches but the excuse of ‘having a senior moment’ endeared us even more to Glamour Pussy , highlighting the show’s theme of ageing in style. It was perfectly imperfect. Glamour Pussy was expecting an encore and deserved one, however the choice of song I found very odd. After wonderful originals I was left humming a song I do not like nor think fitted the theme or style of the show and was disappointed to be left on this note. I still wonder why, perhaps I missed something. This show was very relatable to all over 40s in Melbourne 2022. With very current themes, fun with guessing Glamour Pussy’s choir of guests, great use of minimal set and props. A brilliant Australian show performed with gusto, looking forward to seeing what is next for Naomi Eyers and her crew. - Review by Elizabeth Semmel

From a musical point of view I could not find fault. I did not hear one ‘clanger’ or anything mistimed; it sounded perfectly in sync with the dialogue and action on the screen above. Don’t expect a huge screen. With a large orchestra in front, in a 2466 seated venue the screen seems small compared to a cinema, but we were there for the music, the screen size forgotten once the film began. This show was less formal than my previous orchestra experiences, there was some laughter from the musicians watching the film, whilst others were bopping along to the music. Some remained focused on their music, listening intently. Very interesting to watch. I have seen Toy Story before a few times but had not noticed how ‘dark’ the themes are. The orchestra’s intensity brought this out, heightening the theatrics of the movie. I barely noticed the score in the film previously other than the main theme - You’ve Got A Friend In Me, yet hearing it live emphasised how important the music is in conveying the nuances of the story , particularly in regard to the more sinister or dramatic moments. There was just the right amount of loud, (the subtitles were useful) making the hybrid of live v film feel alive, more intense, more sinister. Hearing/seeing an orchestra in this way is a great introduction or reintroduction for all ages to orchestral music. If you think you are not a fan of this style of music, or want to see a film in all its sound glory, this big band at Arts Centre Melbourne is the way to go. A very unique experience for me that I look forward to attending again. - Review by Elizabeth Semmel

Deaf and Disabled

■ The City of Melbourne’s Arts House has launched a five-year disability-led residency and commissioning program, giving Deaf, Disabled and neurodiverse artists support in reaching their artistic potential. For the next five years, Arts House will fund artist fees, as well as access and production costs to support two residencies and presentations each year for Deaf, Disabled, neurodiverse ■ Finally it was appropriate to ap- and chronically ill artists, curators, plaud the end of a film, well deserved collectives and their collaborating altoo. Not for the film itself but for the lies. The inaugural residents are beautiful score from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra who accompa- Catherine Dunn and Sam Martin, nied the original film Toy Story in the Leisa Prowd and Mishka. Catherine Dunn and Sam Martin Australian premiere of Toy Story in will work with a group of Deaf artists Concert. This talented group of sixty plus to create a culturally safe space to exmusicians played for almost the en- plore storytelling beyond hearing-centire film, I had not realised how much tric environments and spoken lanmusic was in Toy Story. They played guages. Arts House will present perthe full soundtrack written for the formances by these artists in August. Leisa Prowd is less than four-foot movie by Randy Newman, conducted tall in a six-foot world. From July, she by a very personable Guy Noble.

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will delve into the themes of perception, voyeurism and consent by exploring her relationship with her own body in a world not designed for it. The residency will culminate in a two-week season at Arts House in October. Mishka’s residency aims to demystify autistic art practices. From March to May 2023, 16 autistic and non-autistic artists will examine stim vocabularies to develop a sensory and tactile performance with large-scale brain puppets, as well as a film installation with projection mapping. The Warehouse Residency was co-devised by Arts House and six Deaf, Disabled and neurodiverse artists, with support from Arts Access Victoria, to ensure the program embraces self-determination, flexibility and risk taking, and enhances inclusion and participation The Warehouse Residency program supports the City of Melbourne’s vision to make Melbourne the world’s most accessible and inclusive city where all people can participate with dignity and independence. It extends a long history of Arts House programming and partnerships involving deaf and disabled artists, including Back to Back Theatre, Rawcus, Jodee Mundy Collaborations, Claire Cunningham and Chelle Destefano. The next expression of interest for The Warehouse Residency at Arts House will open in October 2022. Lord Mayor Cr Sally Capp said: “The Warehouse Residency program is a leading example that champions accessibility within the creative sector in an artist-led model. “By embracing equity in participation and furthering inclusivity, we’re giving a diverse range of artists the opportunity to thrive. We can’t wait to experience and celebrate their important work.” Creative Melbourne portfolio lead Councillor Jamal Hakim said: “This program will build capacity and provide support for creatives with a disability, and reflects the work we are doing to promote cultural safety and a creative resurgence in our City. “Art and creative pursuits are an opportunity for creatives to experiment, to explore, to express, and to share, and that is exactly what the Warehouse Residency program offers.” Arts House Creative Advisory Group Kath Duncan said: “The Warehouse Residency at Arts House will challenge what it means to create and produce accessible art – it will break down the barriers for artists and audiences.” Warehouse Residency at Arts House resident Sam Martin said: “Our Deaf-led project will provide a culturally safe space to empower Deaf artists to thrive in their own language.” - Ben Starick

Rourke’s Reviews Tokyo Vice

■ (MA). 8 episodes. Now streaming on Apple TV+. Based on the true-life experiences of American journalist Jake Adelstein (although some aspects told in his book have been questioned), this well-crafted, largely well cast drama/thriller has all the ingredients for outstanding TV, but some frustrating structural choices, plus one woeful case of miscasting, results instead in an entertaining, fitfully compelling series that never reaches the heights it could have. After a confrontational opening sequence set in 2001, the story jumps back to 1999, where we are properly introduced to Jake (Ansel Elgort), an American now living in Japan, who after trying to learn the language and culture as quickly as possible, applies at Tokyo’s most prestigious newspaper, Meicho Shimbun. No foreigner (or gaijin) has ever worked at the paper, but Jake changes that after successfully passing the entrance exam, but is soon introduced to the strict hierarchy and code of conduct at Meicho (he does strike up a friendship with two other newcomers). Jake is closely watched by his stern sub-editor, Eimi Moriyama (Rinko Kikuchi), who has to deal with the young reporter’s western sensibility, and who, like all rookies, has to begin his career by reporting on local police cases. It’s here he meets two very different law enforcers; Police Chief Hiroto Katagiri (Ken Watanabe) and detective Jin Miyamoto (Hideaki Ito), who each sit on opposing sides of right and wrong. As he delves deeper into certain criminal stories, Jake is introduced to the those who work for the Yakuza in various capacities, including recent recruit Sato (Sho Kasamatsu), club hostess Samantha (Rachel Keller), and both warring bosses, Ishida (Shun Sugata) and Tozawa (Ayumi Tanida). Tokyo Vice opens with a bang, with the first episode directed by the legendary Michael Mann, who helmed classic films such as Thief (1981), The Keep (1983), Manhunter (1986), The Last Of The Mohicans (1992), Heat (1995) and The Insider (1999), but after a series of disappointments in recent years (Collateral, Public Enemies, Blackhat), thankfully he is in top form here. Ultra-stylish and atmospheric, Mann uses the location and its culture specific procedures to maximum effect, giving everything a cinematic feel. Mann obviously loves the country as much as Ridley Scott did when he made Black Rain in 1989.

While the following episodes aren’t as good, Hikari (the excellent 37 Seconds), Josef Kubota Wladyka (the under-rated Catch The Fair One) and Alan Poul also deliver fine work. The problems occur in the writing and lead casting. First, the journey of Jake Adelstein is hurt considerably by the simple fact that Elgort (West Side Story, Baby Driver, The Goldfinch) has zero charisma and screen presence, so almost everything to do with the main character feels dull and ineffectual. This affects the writing, which gives the impression that all the fascinating characters and sub plots have been pushed to the side, but some of these individuals just aren’t explored enough. As such, it’s frustrating that talented actors such as Watanabe (The Last Samurai, Inception, Unforgiven), Ito (Umizaru film series, Lesson Of The Evil) and especially Kikuchi (Babel, NorwegianWood, Kumiko The Treasure Hunter) aren’t given enough screen time to allow their characters to properly develop. Leaving strong impressions are Sugata (Confessions OfADog, The Unbroken) and Kasamatsu (the TV series Love You As The World Ends and The Naked Director, both of which come highly recommended). Technically, the show can’t be faulted, bringing this particular world to dazzling life. Tokyo Vice finishes on a number of cliffhangers, clearly indicating that there will be a series two. One hopes the supporting characters get as much screen time the main protagonist, and their backstories examined in closer detail, as this would help elevate the show immeasurably, and possibly cover up the fact that the central star is a major liability. RATING - ***

Petite Maman

■ (PG). 74 minutes. Now showing in selected cinemas. Using every second of its compact running time to beautiful effect, this gentle but moving drama delicately details the loss of a family member, but seen through the eyes of a young child, who deals with that loss in a particularly unique way. The movie opens with Nelly (Josephine Sanz) saying goodbye to a number of elderly residents at an aged care centre. Writer/director Celine Sciamma follows up her critically acclaimed Portrait Of A Lady On Fire with a wholly engaging effort, which quietly works its way to a satisfying, heartwarming conclusion, never once wallowing in cheap sentiment or nostalgia. RATING - ****½

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Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

West Hollywood is back, baby ■ Hi everyone, remotely from my suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites in West Hollywood comes this week’s news

CEO visits Melbourne

■ Tom Kiely, CEO and President of West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board, popped into Melbourne to tell us what we've all missed over in WeHo in the last couple of years. Turns out it's a lot and we can't wait to go back.

Where to base yourself?

■ Los Angeles is a big city, why is West Hollywood a good place to base yourself? West Hollywood or WeHo as its affectionately known is literally, and physically the centre of Los Angeles. If you were to look at a map of the city of LA, West Hollywood is right in the middle of it, so it makes sense to base yourself there. We’re only really three-square kilometers in size so a very small city; you can walk around anywhere in West Hollywood, and you certainly don’t need a car. Then if you want to visit Venice Beach, Universal Studios, downtown LA or even Disneyland, you can hire an Uber. They’re super-efficient, easy and inexpensive. You can experience everything in West Hollywood. Our shops, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and all of our hotels are within easy walking distance of each other and it’s a very residential and safe community.

What’s the difference?

■ What is the difference between Hollywood and West Hollywood? Film production and movie making first started in California a hundred years ago. A lot of those offices were in Hollywood so hence the glamour and the allure of Hollywood because that’s where all the work was at that time. Hollywood is still where all the production facilities and film studios are, but West Hollywood is a completely different world. Ours is one of glamour: great restaurants, great shopping, and great nightlife. If you really want to have an enjoyable experience when you’re in LA, stay in West Hollywood because that’s where you’ll see famous people, the hotels are fantastic, and everything is really close. ■ What is it about West Hollywood that resonates with Aussies? WeHo appeals to Australians for many reasons. For one thing, we are very welcoming of people that visit. I think because Australians are eager to explore new places and get to know people when they are travelling, West Hollywood residents love that because they are like that too. Southern California and West Hollywood’s DNAis built from people that got pushed out of mainstream life and came to WeHo because they were different. I think we really respect, appreciate and thrive on that. We love to have visitors from all over the world come and stay with us. And we like to provide a very welcoming environment for them. ■ It’s been a while since we have visited. What’s new in the hood? There’s a lot going on. People need more places to stay, and we have three new hotels that opened up before the pandemic. The first hotel that opened was The Edition. It’s a very stylish property with 150 rooms and is super sleek, very sexy, and has a beautiful rooftop bar. It has the most sensational views from that rooftop of any hotel I think, in all of Los Angeles. The second hotel is called 1 Hotel and is right in the middle of the Sunset Strip. This hotel’s DNA is about being very conscious of the environment, and they also have a really fun restaurant/ club at the top called Harriet’s. The third hotel that opened is called The Pendry. This brand isn’t so well known in Australia – yet! It’s part of the Montage Group of Hotels, which is a very luxurious five-star brand in the US. It has a rooftop restaurant that is run by Wolfgang Puck, who got his start in West Hollywood and opened Spago way back in the 80s. And now he’s back again running two restaurants at the Pendry. All up, we have a total of 20 hotels in West Hollywood, offering a selection of great options on the Sunset Strip. Among them is Sunset tower which is the iconic 1930 apartment building where John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra lived. It’s been transformed into a really fun boutique hotel, with my favourite restaurant.

● Pictured at the WeHo tourism conference are film director Rod Hardy who is back now in West Hollywood, CEO and President of Visit West Hollywood, Tom Keily, and Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites West Hollywood Chief, Alan Johnson.

Out and About Top 5 places to visit

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

Meet the locals

■ We also have a selection of boutique hotels that are located in the residential sections of West Hollywood that offer sizeable rooms of around 50 square meters, which give you a lot of space including a living room, kitchen, veranda and a big bedroom and closet. It’s fantastic for Australians because you guys travel so long to get here! Once you’ve freshened up after arriving, you can walk outside and you’ll find yourself in a residential part of West Hollywood where you can meet the locals and grab a coffee. ■ If you are considering a move to Los Angeles or just coming over for a holiday 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 and . Please mention ' ' when you book and you will receive the 'Special Rate of the Day'. Please contact: Jennifer at info@ramadaweho.com

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■ What would be on your top five for a visit to the area? There are lots of great bars clubs and restaurants in West Hollywood, but we can also talk about the great things outside of West Hollywood because everything is so close. I think one of the things we’re most excited about right now is the opening of The Academy Museum, which just opened and is amazing. It’s a museum about the history of film in Hollywood. It’s an old original 1940s department store, and famous Italian architect Renzo Piano has added a beautiful glass dome to it. The dome is about five stories high, and looks out over West Hollywood, Hollywood, the Hollywood sign and all over the Hollywood Hills. Universal Studios or Warner Brothers are two locations very close to us that offer a really great experience if you are interested in filmmaking. Warner Brothers gives one of the best behind the scenes tours. In West Hollywood, we have places that are iconic and super popular such as the Viper Room and Whiskey a GoGo. Craig’s on Melrose Avenue is a super celebrity hotspot and people are there all the time. One place that I think is really underrated is downtown Los Angeles because it was a place that was really busy 100 years ago, then died and it was a banking centre. Now it’s come back to life so there are these really cool buildings that have been vacant for decades but are now trendy restaurants and shops.

Insider tips

■ I’m going to tell you of course the one place you need to visit is EP and LP owned by fellowAustralian David Combes. David has also opened a great coffee place around the corner called SOL, Strings of Life. Urth Caffe is also very popular. Everybody goes there. Then, further down the street on Melrose, is a place called Zinque which I believe serves the best coffee in West Hollywood. We’d also like to say that West Hollywood is completely open. All of our hotels are open, as are our restaurants, bars and clubs. There’s no mask mandate in California anymore. You don’t have to show proof of vaccination. It’s literally just like it used to be. The Abbey is an institution in West Hollywood and is a must-visit. Keen to explore more of WeHo? Head to www.visitwesthollywood.com for more inspiration.

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■ One of my favourite singers from the 1950s was Guy Mitchell. Thanks to Mike McHugh, from the Guy Mitchell Appreciation Society, I had the pleasure of recording a radio interview with this legend of American popular music in 1997. Albert George Cernick was born in Detroit, Michigan, USA, in 1927. After he left school he worked as a saddle maker. Albert drifted into singing on radio shows then he served in the Navy during WWII. In 1947 he joined Carmen Cavallaro's Band as a vocalist. He came to the attention of Mitch Millerat Columbia Records who said, "You seem like a nice "guy' and my name is Mitchell so we'll call you Guy Mitchell”. Mitch Miller then set about creating a "new sound”. Mitch introduced the French Horns and a vocal backing group for the string of hit songs they produced in the early 1950s. Guy sold millions of records and his hit songs included My Heart Cries For You, The Roving Kind, My Truly Truly Truly Fair, She Wears Red Feathers and Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He told me, "They were great pub songs." His film credits included Those Redheads From Seattle, Red Garters and Mirth and Melody. Guyperformed in a Royal Command Performance for Queen Elizabeth in 1954. In 1956 Guy Mitchell went to the top of the hit parade with his version of Singing The Blues. In 1957 he was in Melbourne to do some

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television shows for Channel 7 at the old Teletheatre in Fitzroy. Guy continued to record country songs but failed to achieve the same degree of success that he had with his earlier hits. His last big success was in 1959 with a cover of Ray Price's Heartaches By The Number, written by Harlan Howard. Guy Mitchell was a guest star in many television series including Perry Mason and Thriller. In 1961 he had a regular acting role in the TV western series Whispering Smith playing opposite Audie Murphy. Guy overcame his problems with alcohol and cancer and continued to perform at concerts throughout his life.

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He told me he was a fan of my cousin Diana Trask and said that he thought Diana's version of the song Jessie was the best he had ever heard. In 1997 there was a double CD released that was a great collection of his greatest hits. It is one of my favourite CDs. In 1991 Guy had a bad accident whilst touring Australia and his life was saved by Australian doctors after his liver had been virtually cut in half after he rolled down a hill and landed on a metal bucket. Guy was married three times: first to Jackie Loughery, a former Miss USA, in 1952; secondly to Elsa Soronson, formerly Miss Denmark, in 1956; and celebrated 25 years of marriage to his third wife, Betty. Betty was with him when he passed away in 1999 at the age of 72 following an operation for cancer. In his final years Guy had been living and working in Las Vegas. His last record was a children's album titled Dusty The Magic Elf. Guy Mitchell made us feel good with his bright happy songs. I treasure our radio interview and it was a privilege to be able to talk with him. 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

Art After Dark Melbourne

■ City-Wide, late night celebration of culture sees NGV International and NGV Australia open until 1am Over two free culture-filled nights, NGV International and the Ian Potter Centre NGV Australia will be open from 6pm to 1am on Friday May 13 and Saturday May 14 as part of Art After Dark, Melbourne, a new major cultural event that will allow audiences rare after-hours access to hew artwork displays, performances and exclusive food and beverage offers. As part of the event, the NGV International façade ill be illuminated with an iridescent rainbow projection featuring works from the current landmark exhibition Queer Stories from the NGV Collection, which will inspire Art After Dark visitors to explore this popular exhibition which highlights the NGV Collection through a queer lens and celebrates the diverse stories embedded in the more than 400 artworks. On display for the first time since its world premiere in 2017, and for the first time ever at The Ian Potter Centre NGV Australia is Ron Mueck’s large scale installation Mass, 2026 – 2017 comprising more than 100 hardcast skulls, each measuring 1.5m and collectively weighing approximately five tonnes. The work will be activated throughout the night by local authors, performers and DJs, offering audiences the chance to experience this much-loved work in new and contemplative ways. The display will close on January 3, 2023. National Gallery of Victoria 180 St Kilda Rd., Melbourne

Melb. Opera

Melbourne Opera – The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny. Sunday May 1 saw Melbourne Opera’s production of The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny at Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre. Mahagonny is a place riddled with corruption and vice created by con artists with dubious morals which only degenerates from there. Although the text reads like musical theatre it is and opera and the artists are all opera singers. The opening scene sees a broken sown truck with three people. They

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Higgins who used a bribe to get off a murder charge. Another good portrayal. A pleasant evening of theatre and opera with a great use of screens and movie events showing large scenes that could not be put on stage. Melbourne Opera is to be congratulated for bringing such an opera to Melbourne audiences.

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with Peter Kemp decide that they cannot go any further so develop the city of Mahagonny. The three are Liane Keegan as Leokadja Begbick, Christopher Hillier as Trintiy Moses, and Robert Macfarlane as Fatty ‘The Procurer. All three performed well and Keegan has a strong and powerful voice adding to the enjoyment of the evening. The leading prostitute Jenny hill was played by Antoinette Halloran, one of Australia’s most accomplished sopranos. Halloran certainly lived up to her reputation giving a stirling performance not only as an actor, but her voice showed why she is one of Australia’s leading sopranos. Tenor Kames Egglestone played Jimmy McIntyre , the man who led the four lumberjacks coming to town to have a good time. Egglestone sang well, giving a good acting performance and his scenes with Jenny were a sheer delight. ‘Bank Account’ Billy was portrayed by Christopher Tonkin, giving a good interpretation of the character plus good singing adding to his performance. Darcy Carroll performed ‘Alaska Wolf’ Joe giving a good portrayal particularly in the fight scene. The fourth lumberjack, Jack O’Brien’ was played by Fraser Findlay. O’Brien had a bad habit and Findlay handled his character as expected not only a good actor but a fine singer. Alistair Cooper-Golec was Toby

■ Winner of the 2015 NSW Parliament Plein Air Painting Prize, Evan Salmon’s are pared back compositions are alive with an urgency arising from the plein air process. Motifs culled from the most ordinary of subjects eloquently remind us that we live in the most extraordinary pf worlds – a world imaginatively transformed and returned to us through these jewel-like works. Exhibiting extensively in NSW over several decades, this is Salmon’s debut solo Melbourne exhibition. His work is held in the collections of the National Gallery of Australia, State Library of NSW, University of Wollongong, NSW Parliament and man others. Exhibition opens May 5 and closes June 4. Alexandra Sasse Gallery 4 Selbourne Rd, Kew - Peter Kemp

Smart Phone Film Fest

■ The 8th annual Smartfone Flick Fest (SF3) has announced it is open for entries and this year’s festival is set to be its biggest and most innovative yet. The Australian-born, hugely successful, international film fest for movies entirely filmed on a smart phone or tablet – and open to filmmakers of all ages! – completed its Covid-interrupted 7th year with a gala final in March. More than $50,000 worth of prizes were won by filmmakers across the country and overseas in multiple categories encompassing Kids and Adults short films, feature films, 360 degree/AR/VR films and more.

● Cameron Ling ■ Former Cats footballer Cameron Ling and one time 'Mayor ' of Geelong for a day is the new breakfast presenter on K-Rock, Geelong. Cameron will continue his TV commentary position with Seven's footy team but it's unknown if he will continue with his exec job at St Joseph's School, Geelong.

Ferguson replaces Leigh Sales

■ Musical chairs as Leigh Sales moves from presenter 7.30 pm to an unidentified new post. 7.30 Report to be in hands of Sarah Ferguson who returns from ABC representative in America . Sarah takes over the 7.30 desk from July .

Return to sender

■ Ozzy Osborne and his wife are rumoured to be moving back to the UK because of the tax he is forced to pay living in US. Ozzie has mild symptoms of Parkinson disease so his new mansion design includes a 'rehab wing' including a self-contained flat for a full-time nurse.

Mr Genersoity

■ Decades before Neil Mitchell was king of the airwaves, he was Editor of the Melbourne 'Herald'. He was often gifted various presents and on one occasion he was sent two tickets to see The Rolling Stones in concert on one of their rare visits to Melbourne. Neil being a generous soul gave them to a Herald reporter in appreciation of a story well written.

Be ahead of Style

■ Just a reminder that Harry Styles will be touring Australia next year when his 'Love on Tour' touches down in Oz. Harry is currently blitzing audiences in America right now, so best you book tickets pronto for his Melbourne gig. - John O’Keefe

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History made at Mildura

■ Kiwi bred Rocknroll Heaven-Dolly McD gelding Bernie Winkle trained at Strathfieldsaye by Julie Douglas and driven by regular reinswoman Ellen Tormey made history at Mildura on Friday by being the first horse to win 36 races on the Mildura circuit. The race was the 1970 metre Window Cleaning Mildura Supports Pacing For Pink and Bernie Winkle after enjoying a cosy trip three back in the moving line from a solo second line draw was off and running three wide hitting the back straight on the final occasion to join leader and stablemate Ozzie Battler running into the final bend. Turning together, Bernie was too solid in the run home, scoring by an easy 7.1 metre margin in a mile rate of 1-56.5. Art Of Sheng Li was len-baker@ third 1.1 metres back after trailing the leader bigpond.com throughout. with Len Baker With a record of 57 wins and 63 placings from 254 race appearances, Bernie Winkle has amassed stakes of $577,372. had led from the pole. Taking over on the home turn, Morgan Art kept giving on straightening to reach the post 4.9 metres in advance of ■ Western District racing commenced the Areuohkay (one/two – three wide last lap) which week at Hamilton on Monday May 2 and what would have given Janet Exell a best ever treble. a day it was for Balmoral owner/trainer Janet True Blue Rose (one/one at bell) from gate three Exell who snared a double during the afternoon. was third 1.1 metres away. The mile rate 1Six year old Caribbean Blaster-Thrill Me 56.7. mare Princess Alexandra was first to arrive when successful in the Horsham Trophies & Gifts Pace over 2160 metres. Beginning fast to lob outside the leader ■ Shepparton raced on Tuesday with another Hilldale Sunrise (gate three), reinsman David mammoth 12 race card and Kilmore’s Julie Murphy had little trouble in taking the lead away Mifsud combined with Josh Duggan to land the shortly after the start and allowed to bowl, Prin- Cottrell Electrical Maiden Pace over 2190 cess Alexandra easily accounted for Hilldale metres with New Zealand bred I Want It All, a Sunrise by 5.3 metres which held down second, 4Y0 mare by Sportswriter from Operative Asset with Fire Official third 4.2 metres back after in a mile rate of 1-59.9. following the pair. The mile rate 2-01.1. Raced by Julie and son Billy, I Want It All ■ Stablemate Show Me The Moolah, a 7Y0 spent most of the race three back along the markgelded son of Allawart Ray and Chantivari be- ers as Go George Go began with a rush from gan brilliantly for David Murphy from the 20 gate six to lead with Macray Glory (gate three) metre mark in the TK Landscaping Trotters dropping to his back. Handicap over 2160 metres to settle five back Charging home along the sprint lane, I Want along the markers before angling away from It All having his fifth race start recorded a runthe inside entering the straight on the first occa- away 2.1 metre margin over Macray Glory which sion and going forward to arrest the front run- also used the sprint lane but was no match for ning from roughie Sierra Kea (barrier four). the winner. Go George Go held third 2.5 metres Travelling beautifully, Show Me The Moolah away. dropping back in class from what he had been ■ The squaregaiting races are always interestracing in dashed away prior to the home turn to ing at Shepparton and local Congupna partregister a 7.4 metre margin over equal 20 metre owner/breeder Eddie Tappe who loves the trotmarker Madeakillin (five back the markers – three wide to race exposed last lap) and Sierra ters snared the Your Sold Real Estate Trotters Kea which battled on gamely to hold third a Mobile over 2190 metres with Majestic SonAldebaran Peggy 3Y0 gelding Im Bobby. head away. The mile rate 2-03.5. Settling three back the markers from the pole ■ Veteran Redan part-owner/trainer Des Mahar was in the winners stall when Auckland as old timer Starlight Storm led from gate two, Reactor-Sahhherios gelding Royal Saxon scored Im Bobby’s victory was almost identical to I in the 2160 metre Matthews Petroleum 3Y0 Want It All, running home at a great rate along the sprint lane to score by 4.9 metres from StarMaiden Pace. Making his seventh race appearance, Royal light Storm, with the favourite Dances a disapSaxon driven by fellow Ballarat reinsman pointing third 5 metres back after trailing the Connor Clarke was taken back to the rear from winner from the extreme draw. gate three as Hanging Fire began with a rush ■ Toolern Vale’s John Justice is having a great for Mt Gambier’s David Drury from gate four. run at present and first starter Another Nien, a Following an unsuccessful bid for the lead Huntsville-Jasmine Sheffield colt led throughby Jason Lee aboard the hot favourite Chedalayo out from gate two in the Hunter Rural 2Y0 Maiden which split up the field, Royal Saxon was able Pace over 1690 metres. to angle into the one/one for the last lap and Always in control, Another Nien greeted the after easing three wide on the final bend, fin- judge 5.9 metres in advance of Itzmineontheline ished best in a two horse struggle with Hanging (three back the markers – one/one last lap) also Fire all the way up the running to gain the nod on debut in a rate of 2-00.1. Shades of Louie by a nose in a tricky finish. Martin Magic which another first starter (four back the markers – trailed the pacemaker was third 21.6 metres one/two last lap – four wide home turn) ran home away. The mile rate two minutes even. ■ Mt Gambier trainer/driver Bill Drury landed nicely for third a half head away. the Thank You Kevin Lane Mobile Driver Pace ■ Elmore part-owner/breeder Frank Barac has over 2160 metres with Terror To Love-A Fine been a part of harness racing for a long period of Christian 5Y0 gelding Terror The Christian who time and has a handy 5Y0 Auckland ReactorMadam Altissimo mare by the name of Madam was a tenacious winner in 1-58.2. Despite sitting parked from gate six outside Auckland who chalked up her sixth success by polemarker Iron Chariot, Terror The Christian taking the 2190 metre Pacing For Pink Mothers gave plenty under vigorous driving to register a Day Pace with James Herbertson in the sulky. Going forward from gate two to cross Little 4.7 metre victory over the leader, with local hope Creative Lad (one/one) third 7.5 metres back. Demon (gate five) which had crossed ■ Hamilton’s own Jim Barker combined with polemarker Hancocks Hero, Madam Auckland granddaughter Jackie to capture the 1660 metre although tackled strongly by Ajay Breezy Rose AJW Fraser Machinery Pace with in-form Art on the final bend, gave plenty in the straight to Major-Morgan Abby 7Y0 gelding MorganArt. score by 2.3 metres in a rate of 1-58.2 from Restrained to the rear from outside the front line, Little Demon along the sprint lane, with Ajay Morgan Art was off and running shortly after to Breezy Rose weakening in the straight for third join He Will Wantano racing for the bell which 1.5 metres away.

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14th victory

■ Ballarat also held a 12 event card on Wednesday and Kilmore breeder/owner/trainer Billy Milner’s 7Y0 Majestic Son-Auravale gelding Dellsun registered his 14th victory when taking the Ferndale Confectionery Trotters Mobile for Graduation class over 2200 metres. Crossed from the pole by Hotel Kyvalley (gate five) as the start was effected, driver Greg Sugars immediately eased off his back to assume control and after an easy time, defied all challengers to score by 6.9 metres in a rate of 2-04.8 from Jessicas Story (three back the markers) which gained inside runs, with Hotel Kyvalley 1.5 metres away third after easing off the winners back in the straight. ■ A plethora of happy owners headed by Mark Del-Re would have been ecstatic when Huntsville-Moremi Miss colt Mister Hunter trained at Diggers Rest by Vince Dicocco who also holds a share snared the APG Vic Gold Bullion (2Y0 Colts & Geldings Heat) over 1710 metres. Taken back to the rear by Jack Laugher as polemarker and favourite Rocknroll Gronk led, Mister Hunter came with a flying finish out wide on turning to record a half neck margin over first starter Roryville (one/two) and Will He Reign (gate two) which trailed the leader. The mile rate 1-59.2. ■ Bannocklburn trainer/driver Geoff Webster’s smart Somebeachsomewhere-Spokeswoman filly Elegant bred and raced by Buckland Park Homestead was an easy winner of the Decoglaze Pace over 1710 metres. A prohibitive $1-07 favourite, Elegand was beaten out by Blood Moon (gate four) which flew the gate before immediately easing around him to assume control and that was the end of the race as Elegant coasted to a 12.4 metre margin over Jemstone Glory (three back the markers) in a slick 1-54.7. Tophat Johny (four back the markers) was third 5.8 metres back. ■ Extremely honest 4Y0 Skyvalley-Poet Laureate gelding Tennerson trained at Parwan by Phil Chircop and raced by him, Steve Carter and Jason Fenech scored a terrific victory in the 2200 metre Abba Tribute Show 23/7 Trotters Handicap at Ballarat on Wednesday May 4 following a great drive by Greg Sugars. Beginning brilliantly from 20 metres when first up since last December to settle three back the markers as roughie Hurricane Red led from barrier three for Darby and Tim McGuigan, Tennerson was extricated late in the straight to sprout wings and record a head margin from the leader, with Abundance a head away third after trailing the pacemaker. The mile rate 2-01.9. ■ Gordon duo Tim and Darby McQuigan’s 8Y0 Shadow Play-Whata Western gelding Byalla Boy caused a major upset in the last leg of the quaddie, winning at tote odds of $15.00. Leading throughout from the pole, Byalla Boy was rated to perfection by Darby and defied all challengers to blouse the long odds-on favourite La Captain by 1.7 metres which raced outside him for the last half of the 2200 metre journey of the Carngham Linton FNC Pace. Outback Shadow after trailing the winner was third 13 metres away. The mile rate 1-56.4. Darby was to top off the night when successful aboard Darley trainer Michael Burns’ 5Y0 Skyvalley-My Spanish Angel mare Daring Angel in the www.ballarattrottingclub.com.au Trotters Mobile over 2200 metres. Settling at the tail from a solo second line draw, Daring Angel moved forward three wide approaching the bell to park outside the pacemaker Calders Day Out for the final circuit. In a strong staying performance, Daring Angel scored by a half head only from Mariachi which trailed the pacemaker and rushed home late when taken into the clear. Calders Day Out was third .1 metres back. The mile rate 2-03.1.

Restrained outside

■ Bendigo was Thursday’s fixture and Lancefield trainer/driver Rod Petroff’s 5Y0 Roll With Joe-Legal Art gelding Notorious Joe was a strong victor of The Shed Guys Pace over 1650 metres returning a mile rate of 1-57.8. Restrained from outside the front line to settle at the rear, Notorious Joe was off and running approaching the bell only to be caught three wide

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■ Wednesday – Geelong, Thursday – Cobram, Friday – Maryborough/Mildura, Saturday – Melton, Sunday – Cranbourne, Monday – Hamilton, Tuesday – Swan Hill. for the rest of the journey. Despite the tough passage, Relentless Joe kept on giving in the straight to register a neck margin over a deathseating Shezabluechip and the pacemaker Polly Peacham who was a nose away third. ■ Kilmore mother and son Ruth and Chris Shinn were victorious with 4Y0Andover HallAldebaran Maori entire Aldebaran Dino in the 2150 metre Race Services Maiden Trotters Mobile, but not before his supporters were ready to tear up their tickets. Bred and raced by Duncan McPherson’s Aldebaran Lodge Pty Ltd, Aldebaran Dino had a huge wrap on him from recent trial performances and was sent out an odds-on favourite only to gallop in the score up from the pole checking Could Dowitharain causing a false start. Trotting to perfection at the second attempt, Aldebaran Dno showed why he was so short by leading throughout to win by a huge 30 metre margin in advance of Could Dowitharain which followed him before being left standing at the business end. Whats The Tea (four back the markers) was third 13.8 metres away after using the sprint lane. The mile rate 2-01.4.

Rourke’s Reviews ■ Bubble (PG). 100 minutes. Now streaming on Netflix. Gorgeously animated and imaginatively designed, what stops Bubble from truly soaring is a lack of richly detailed characters, which are always a part of the best anime. Set in the near future when mysterious bubbles rain from the sky, engulfing Tokyo within one giant bubble-like dome, a community of largely young people, who have left the outside world to live in this weird, dangerous environment, challenge each other to high risk parkour races, to win essentials like food and fuel. The best is Hibiki, part of team Blue Blazers, who has a special ability to use the floating bubbles as platforms during these fast-paced contests, but is somewhat derided by his team mates due to his loner attitude. Each bubble seems to have its own individual persona, and one takes a shine to Hibiki, and when the teenager finds himself in trouble, the strange entity turns into a teenage girl so she can save him. Becoming a part of the team, the new arrival, named Uta, is devoted to Hibiki, and the two will attempt to figure out how to save Tokyo from its almost post-apocalyptic setting. Now if some of this sounds familiar, it’s because Bubble is a reworking of the classic tale The Little Mermaid, and it is interesting to see how the writers have weaved it into decidedly anime surroundings. However, as the story plays out, the gallery of characters lack depth and definition, muting its emotional centre, and undercuts the potentially relevant themes and issues experienced by young people today. Not helping matters is the narrative element where the Little Mermaid fable is explicitly connected to what is happening to the two young heroes, as if the film-makers want to make sure viewers get what the source material is. Despite these failings, the film does entertain, due to its astounding technical achievements. The animation is eyepopping, and the altered Tokyo environment is wonderfully designed, while the sound is suitably enveloping. Bubble is a mixed blessing, and in many ways a missed opportunity, but while not in the same league as films from the likes of Hayao Miyazaki, Satoshi Kon, Mamoru Hosoda and Makoto Shinkai, it is enjoyable, and while lacking true substance, the surface is something to behold. RATING - ***

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Open field in South Australian Derby

■ Some of Australia’s best three-year-olds will compete in this year’s South Derby over 2500 metres at Morphettville, this Saturday (May 14). The early favoUrite is the James Cummings trained Algeron, who has the form on the board with a second in the Victoria Derby last year and an impressive winner of the VRC St Leger over 2800 metres at Flemington on ANZAC Day. He is by the Irish Sire, Teofilo, and is smart on his day. As proven the distance won’t worry him, winning over 2800 in the St Leger. Next, we have the former New Zealander, Detanator Jack, a winner of three races and a second at Sandown Park. He is prepared by leading trainers, Ciaron Maher and David Eustace, and is by leading sire, Tackleberry. The Danny O’Brien trained filly, El Patroness, blitzed them in the Australian Oaks over 2400 metres on a Heavy 10 at Randwick back on April 9 winning in superb style. Punched out by leading Victorian rider, Damian Lane, she swamped them in the run home. On that run, and if she gets the right conditions will be hard to beat. The South Australian three-year-old, Harleymoven, sent out an odds-on favourite in the Chairman’s Stakes at Morphettville, she came from a mile back, Just failing to grab the Victorian gelding, Jungle Magnate, ridden by Damien Oliver in the care of Mick Price and Michael Kent Junior. Prior to his win in the Chairman’s, he won the Mornington Guineas, over 1600 metres, third up after a spell. No worries about the trip in my opinion. One we don’t know much about is the former New Zealander, Pinarello, now with Ciaron Maher and David Eustace. It had good form in New Zealand and would pay to check the market. One to keep your eye on is the Mick PriceMick Kent Junior trained Daises,she was never in the hunt after drawing out in barrier 17, and her rider, Mark Zahara, was stuck out on a limb. It would pay to forget that run. At her previous outing she finished a good third to the highly promising Harleymoven. The Trent Busuttin-Natalie Young trained Commander Harry was taken out at Caulfield on April 9, and may not be ready. Prior to that he ran third at Mornington in an open handicap, finishing a good third to the winner of the Chairman’s Stakes, Jungle Magnate, so the run was good. Another with ability is the Ben Hayes and his brother J.D, trained, All So Clear. A recent winner at Pakenham, it impressed good judges, being nicely bred, out of the Cox Plate winner, So You Think. Elzamee, is another of the Maher-Eustace team, being by the prolific Japanese sire, Deep Impact. It would pay to check the market on the day. Prix De Turn is a winner of the coveted Alister Clark Stakes run at Moonee Valley last year. He is prepared by an up and coming young

‘The Nephew is in the smart stable of Patrick Payne. Do not leave him out if the track is one on the fair side of things.’

Kementari in the Hall Mark Stakes back on April 16. It was his third run back after a spell, and will be right in this. The top Queensland sprinting mare, Isotope, will be another hard to beat she is all class. Big Parade is coming back to form. I fancy Isotope on her home ground, she is all class.

Behind the Barriers

■ Horse racing with a difference: it is all happening for the National Jockeys Trust Fund this Saturday, May 14, on the Behind the Barriers ● Algeron.Racing Photos. website. It’s a fundraising event for the N.J.T., sponfailed to run on. He is better than that, and could sored by Sportsbet. improve rapidly here. Commentators are former world champion The Nephew is in the smart stable of Patrick boxer Barry Michael, and racing man Michael Payne. Do not leave him out if the track is one on the Sharkie. Fighters having a go on the big night are listed fair side of things. on the Behind the Barriers website, where you can pay for the big night. Two notable jockeys I know that can handle ■ The Peter and Paul Snowden trained three- themselves are Vlad Duric and Luke Currie, year old, Mazu, undefeated in five starts, is the and on the night, I understand jockey-trainer, favourite to take out the Doomben 10,000 this Clayton Douglas, might be having a dip. Behind the Barriers was founded by former coming Saturday. The three-year-old smashed them back on racehorse trainer, Jason Petch. They have a phone word1300GETHELP April 9, in the Arrowfield Sprint at Randwick, who had defeated a smart field and the which any participant can call 24/7 for support for mental health issues (similar to Beyond Blue). Snowden’s say he is one right of the box. He is the to bet, come Saturday. On the next Email: jason@behindthebarriers.org.au - Ted Ryan line is Count De Rupee, a good second to

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ART DECO Sideboard. Original 1930s with waterfall edge on highest point. 3 cupboards with 2 shelves in each. Original chrome handles with bakelite backing. Dovetail joints. 2 drawers, lead light still intact. 47 cm deep x 138 cm long x 97 cm high (102 cm @ middle point). GC. $350. Seymour. 0438 228 617. T-W BABY CHANGING Table. $25. Baby swing chair, $10. Small desk, $20. Trailer of firewood, $40.FC. Narre Warren. 0402 483 707. T-W BARBECUE. Large, with stainless steel cabinet, gas bottle and fittings. $35. Alexandra. 0419 445 697. S-V BED. KS. VGC. $30. Alexandra. 0427 861 148. S-V BED. QS. VGC. $40. Alexandra. 0427 861 148. S-V BICYCLE. Reid City 1. Telescopic front fork, 70 c wheels. Helmet, lights, cable lock, grey, brake blocks, puncture outfit. EC. $200. Flowerdale. 0411 577 050. T-W BLOWER/VAC. Roickwell. 240 watt. 270km/hour. Little used. Still under warranty. GC. $20. Doreen. 9717 3465. S-V BOWLS. Carpet. 4 inch. Set of 8. Plus jack. Henselite. Made in Melbourne. VGC. $50. Carrum. 0408 331 699. T-W BUCKETS. 20 litre plastic food grade buckets with sealing lids. Ideal for food storage. Clean, single use, previously had food contents. Minimum purchase in one transaction is 10 units. Also available: 10 litre buckets. EC. $5 each. Keilor. 0421 114 385. S-V

CRICKET MEMORABILIA. 14 books. Benson and Hedges Int. Year Book, 1985. Argus copies, 195051, Harvey, Bedser, Brown, Origin of the Ashes, Bradman 2002 calendar. Poster: NZ team, World Series 1977 Jubilee. GC. Various prices. Box Hill South. 9890 7904. T-W DEHUMIDIFIER. Delonghi DDS25 Tasciugo Ariadry Compact. EC. $200. Mordialloc. 0431 314 700 P-U DINING TABLE. Solid oval with 6 dusty pink padded chairs. Table extends to sitting of 8 people. Length: 2m. Width: 1m. GC. $350. Doreen. 0438 374 239. S-V DOUBLE SWAG. By XTM 4x4 accessories. GC. $60. Coleman double air mattress, GC, $25. Fold-up chairs, 3 rated, GC, $50. Flowerdale. 0411 577 050. T-W DRAWERS. Chest. VGC. $60. Alexandra. 0427 861 148. DRESSER. Large. VGC. $80. Alexandra. 0427 861 148. S-V DRYER. Hot point condensing type. No venting required as new cond. Rarely used. White colour. EC. $150. Croydon 0477 503 469. P-U FICTION BOOKS. FCGC. $1-$5. Non-Fiction: Recipes, sport, gardening, history, Australiana, travel. FC-GC. Various prices. Morning-ton. 0493 121 302. T-W FILING CABINETS. Plastic, clear, 170 mm x 210 mm x 310 mm. Suitable for home or office. Five drawers each. EC. $20 each or $60 total. South Yarra. 9866 2600. T-W FINE MUSIC Melbourne Librettos magazine. 41 copies from December 1994 to Octover 2001. EC. Research. 9437 1253. N-Q

FRIDGE. Westinghouse 351 L. White, top freezer, goes well. Suit as 2nd fridge. GC. $80. Flowerdale. 0411 577 050. T-W FURNITURE. Small wooden table, 50cm extends to 120cm. Wooden cupboard, 90cm x 45cm. Outdoor white plastic table dual 90cm x 120cm. All $15 each. 3 padded folding chairs, $5 ea. GC. Box Hill South. 9890 7904. P-U GARDENING TOOL. MTM 62CC Multi. 3.5HP new 5-in-1 chain saw, hedge trimmer extension 2.3 to 6.15m brush cutter whipper snipper. $150. Red Hill South. 5989 2789. P-U GATE. Wooden oval shape, painted. With hinges and post. EC. $85. Alexandra. 0419 445 697. S-V

RECLINER CHAIR. Niagra therapy. EC. $4500. North Dandenong. 9795 1439. P-U REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER. Hooever Frost Free 505. Over 25 years of good service. Reason for selling: we are updating. Good working condition. Suitable large family. $150 or nearest offer. Doreen. 0452 591 761. T-W SAUSAGE FILLER. Red. Heavy duty. 15kg. New. Still in box. Cost $1450, sell $600. Keysborough. 0402 385 692. P-U SOLAR PANELS. 2/ 160W portable in carry bag, stand up metal frame with Anderson plug. EC. $100. Flowerdale. 0411 577 050. T-W SPORTS MATERIAL. Cricket, tennis books. C/W Games items. Olympic videos. Football Records 19601991. FC. Various. Box Hill. 9890 7904. P-U TABLES. Small, various. VGC. Make an offer. Alexandra. 0427 861 148. S-V TANK. Rainwater. 3000 lt. 3m L, 2.1m H, 600w with pump. 25mm hose and reel. VGC. $800 ONO. Epping. 0408 331 699. S-V

STEREO SYSTEM. AKAI FX 3-in-1. VGC. $200. Flemington. 0408 539 391. T-W TILT-TRAILER. 14x6. Double axle. Electric brakes. EC. $7000. Croydon South. 0419 440 152. S-V

WALL MIRRORS. 4. In Pine Frame. Suitable for shop fitting oir display. 150mm x 1100mm, and 3 x 1350mm 110mm. VGC. Sell all 4 or individually. $600 for 4. Box Hill North. 9898 6987. S-V

TOW-BENHIND boar ‘Biscuit’. A lot of fun. Has been towed by tinnie with 15hp ob, no hassles. EC. $35. Flowerdale. 0411 577 050. T-W

WEBER. Gas Kettle barbecue and the complete kettle cookbook. As new. EC. $60 the lot. Wantirna. 9801 8630. S-V

TRADESMAN TRAILER. Solid build. 6x4, butterfly doors. Timber carry racks. Includes 8kva key start generator. Good tyres. Ready to go. GC. $2600 ONO. Wandong area. 0409 164 660. S-V

WORKBENCH. Suitable for mancave/dressmaking/computer etc. Steel frame with laminate top. Very solid. 1410L x 1110W x 900H. VGC. Free. Hastings 0405 317 227 P-U

FRIENDS GETTING TOGETHER INC Friends Getting Together Inc is a not for profit club for single people aged 55 plus. We are not a dating agency. We have been operating successfully mainly in the eastern suburbs since 1994. The club hosts up to 30 events per month. Visit our website for more information - friends gettingtogether.org.au UFN SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING. Lessons and practice, 7.30pm -10pm Wed. Scots Church Hall, Yea. $5. Dance: 1st Saturday of month. 7.30pm11pm. 0490 425 234 UFN

TREE STAKES. Timber. 5cm x 5cm x 2.1cm long. Plenty in stock. Used but good. $2 each. Tullamarine. 0419 142 212. S-V TV for mancave. With wall stand. $50. Alexandra. 0419 445 697. S-V

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Law Week eSigning Regional Road Tour. Colac: May 16. 2:30pm. The Electronic Wills and Online Witnessing Committee is a volunteer run organisation that is doing a road tour during Law Week 2022 to ensure people learn about electronically signing documents. The law has been operational for nearly a year but we understand it has not been well publicised. In practical terms, the laws allow people to not see a lawyer in person but still get their documents validly witnessed. For those in the regions and rural areas, that's a huge amount of time and inconvenience saved. As a part of Law Week 2022, in conjunction with the Victoria Law Foundation. Colac Neighbourhood House. 23 Miller Street, Colac. Phone: 0450 778 633. E m a i l : audigsignstoreassoc@ gmail.com https://bit.ly/ LawWeekRegional RoadTourRegistration

CARAVAN. Coromal pop-top. 207 Corvair 545 tandem, rear single beds. Front club lounge. Reverse cycle AC. Heater, electric brakes. All four wheels. Roll out awning and full annex. VGC. $21,000. Hastings. 0417 524 181. S-V CARAVAN COVER for pop-up, still in box. 16-18ft. New, $100. Mornington. 0448 677 840. T-W CRICKET HELMET. Boys. Gray Nicolls. White. Med. size. 5758cm. EC. $25. Box Hill North. 0401 494 336. T-W

FORD FAIRLANE Seller please re-submit ad with registration no. All car ads, by law, must include a rego or VIN. T FORD GHIA Seller please re-submit ad with registration no. All car ads, by law, must include a rego or VIN. T FRIDGE. Model HR6BF47 used for one week. EC. $100. Mordialloc. 0431 314 700 P-U

GUN SAFE. 25 x 28 x 120 cms. Very solid construction. EC. $200. Briar Hill. 9434 7546. T-W

HAY Excellent for horses, sheep, cattle. Rolls: $50. Kinglake. 0400 529 469. P-V HEATER. Dimplex Oil Filled Column Radiator with thermostat and 7-day timer. On castors. As new. $50. Croydon. 0477 503 649. P-U MATTRESS. Pega Latex, for adjustable bed. Size is halfQueen. 203cm x 75cm x 8cm thick. As new. Used briefly with covers. Bought new for $2000. Sell for $400. Donvale. 0410 031 094. S-V MOBILITY SCOOTER. Red. Needs work but clean. Battery charger. $150. Baxter. 0438 240 597. P-U NISSAN TIDA. Seller please re-submit ad with registration no. All car ads, by law, must include a rego or VIN. T PERSONALISED Car Number Plates. MITSUBI. Victorian Black/White. Ideal for dealer or proud owner. VGC. $1500. Frankston. 9789 9634. S-V PHOTO-COPIER. Model: Sharp MX2010U. With spare set of toners. EC. $800 ONO. Dandenong. 0409 197 092. T-W

CONDITION FC - Fair Condition. GC - Good Condition. VGC - Very Good Condition. EC- Excellent Condition. PRICE Stipulate price. You can add ‘ONO’ - Or Near Offer. PHONE Include one phone number only. It can be a landline or mobile number. ADDRESS The address is not for publication. By law, we must maintain a register of verfifiable street addresses of all advertisers. Free Ads Cannot Be Lodged By Phone There are no advertising charges for private sellers to list items. There are no fees, no commissions. Free Ads are available for private/noncommercial advertisements, published at the discretion of the Editor. Free Ads are published for up to four issues

WATER PUMP. Electric 360 L/H. 60 watts. 8 metre lift. Little used. GC. $50. Doreen. 9717 3465. S-V

5.30pm Mondays. Moonee Ponds Baptist Church, 45 Eglinton St, supports those from Moonee Valley in a tough place. All welcome for a free hot meal from 5.30pm on Mondays. If you have food handling, listening or cleaning skills, then contact us to help out. 0466 075 820. UFN

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B-CURE Laser Treatment device, made by Good Energies to replace damaged device. Must be in effective working order. Price by mutual agreement. Ashburton. Peter. 9885 2203. S-V JUKE BOX. Crosley AM-FM and CD player. Rainbow colour. Lights at front. Av. to GC. Coffee table model. Stands 16” high. Up to $250. Beaumaris. 9589 1457. O-T

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