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■ The State Government is accepting expressions of interest for Chinese community organisations in Melbourne’s east to establish a new community centre in the region.
Ingrid Stitt, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, announced that expressions of interest are now open, and close on September 17.
A grant of up to $2.4 million is available for the centre, to support local organisations “to deliver a culturally appropriate space where communities can gather, connect and celebrate their heritage”.
Victoria is home to almost 430,000 people of Chinese ancestry, who have made and continue to make a significant contribution to the state’s history, identity, economic prosperity and cultural success.
The Government supports Lunar New Year celebrations across the state – including a $400,000 investment over four years to help deliver Melbourne’s Chinatown festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
This announcement follows recent funding of more than $2 million through the Chinese Community Infrastructure Fund, which is helping to deliver projects such as facility upgrades at the Bright Moon Buddhist Temple in Springvaler South, and lighting improvements at the Museum of Chinese Australian History.
“Victoria’s Chinese community has a proud history and continues to play an important role in shaping our future – we’re supporting that legacy with safe, welcoming places to gather and celebrate,” Ms Stitt said.
“These centres are about connection, community and culture – helping ensure traditions are celebrated for generations to come.”`
This Saturday
■ Eastern FNL. Premier Division. Balwyn v East Ringwood. Blackburn v Berwick. Rowville v Mitcham. Vermont v South Croydon. Noble Park v Doncaster East.
Division 1. South Belgrave v Montrose. Boronia v Mooroolbark. Bayswater v North Ringwood. Beaconsfield v Park Orchards. Norwood: Bye.
Division 2. Wantirna South v Croydon. Waverley Blues v Heathmont. Ringwood v Lilydale. Templestowe v Mulgrave. East Burwood v Surrey Park.
Division 3. (Sunday, Aug. 17). Ladder
Position 2 v Ladder Positiom 3. Ladder Position 4 v Ladder Position 5.
Division 4. Bulleen Templestowe v Kilsyth. Warrandyte v Croydon North MLOC. Whitehorse Pioneers v Forest Hill. Chirnside Park: Bye.
■ Outer East. Premier Division. Upwey Tecoma v Emerald. Monbulk v Mt Evelyn. Officer v Healesville. Gembrook Cockatoo v Wandin. Olinda Ferny Creek v Woori Yallock.
Ingrid Stitt, State Minister
Community grants
■ Marrondah Council will support seven new arts and cultural projects as part of the Arts and Cultural Grants Program for 2025-26.
Mayor, Cr Kylie Spears, said the funding will help further develop Maroondah’s arts and cultural scene through a range of projects.
■ Central Ringwood Community CentreColours of Culture Exhibition
■ Claire Bridge - The Water Carriers
■ Dr Ajay Castelino - Melodies and Memories
■ Knaith Road Childcare - First Nations Mural
■ Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place - Possum Skin Cloak
■ Your DNA Creative Arts (FUZE Ensemble)
Local upgrades
■ Residents of Warrandyte, Wonga Park and surrounds are invited to help shape infrastructure projects planned for their neighbourhood.
Attend a drop-in session this August to view project designs, ask questions and share feedback.
Manningham Mayor, Cr Deirdre Diamante, said hearing directly from residents is essential to making decisions that reflect the community’s priorities.
“Discussing projects with residents throughout the design and planning phase leads to better decision-making .”
HEATHERTON
CENTRE COMPLETE
■ Construction is now complete on the state’s largest new public aged care facility in Melbourne’s south east.
Ingrid Stitt, Minister for Ageing, last week announced the completion of the $139.6 million Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre at Monash Health’s Kingston Centre in Heatherton, with residents set to move in next month.
The new multi-storey facility features 150 modern single rooms with private ensuite bathrooms for residents with a range of complex care needs, while providing the warmth and familiarity of home.
Designed to promote independence and mobility, residents will also have easy access to a range of integrated healthcare support, including dementia and memory services, clinics for falls and balance and age-appropriate mental health services.
To create a safe and comfortable living environment, the facility has been structured around small household-style groupings, each with its own kitchen and dining area – it also offers access to shared spaces including a community room, sacred space and other inviting common areas.
The design also makes the most of the surrounding natural environment with open views, plenty of natural light, and access to terraces and landscaped gardens –giving residents the opportunity to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
The centre also features advanced ventilation and air-conditioning systems capable of switching to ‘pandemic mode’ to manage airborne infection risks, ensuring safety for residents and staff alike.
The Kingston Centre Residential Aged Care Facility has been renamed Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre – meaning ‘butterflies’ in the Kulin Nation language, symbolising transformation and the journey of life, fitting for a place supporting older Victorians to age with dignity.
The project created and sustained 247 construction jobs and will continue to create employment opportunities now that the centre is operational.
"Victoria is home to Australia’s largest public aged care sector, and with Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre we’re delivering even more modern, high-quality homes that meet the needs of older Victorians close to home,” Ms Stitt said.
Melissa Horne, Minister for Health Infrastructure, said: “This state-of-the-art facility has been purpose-built to support independence, connection and comfort – giving residents access to high-quality aged care right in the heart of their community.”
Meng Heang Tak, Clarinda MLA, said: “This is an exciting milestone for local community and the wider south east – Boollam Boollam will provide a safe and modern home for older locals, close to family, community and care.”
Bentleigh MLA Nick Staikos said: “We’re proud to deliver this new aged care facility that meets the needs of older Victorians in our community, now and into the future –in a setting that promotes independence and mobility.”
Stolen car crashes
■ Police have charged a man after an allegedly stolen vehicle was followed through multiple suburbs before it crashed into a shopping centre in East Malvern
Officers spotted the stolen Hyundai on Blackburn Rd in Glen Waverley about 9am on Monday (Aug. 4).
Air Wing followed the vehicle through Mount Waverley and Oakleigh East before it fled towards Chadstone Shopping Centre.
The Hyundai was tracked to an underground car park at the shopping centre a short time later.
It is alleged the male driver jumped from the moving vehicle in a car park, before it crashed into the wall of a shopping centre.
There were no injuries.
Officers allegedly chased the man on foot through the shopping centre where he was arrested.
The 26-year-old Rawson man was taken into custody where he was interviewed by detectives.
He was since charged with:
■ Dangerous driving whilst being pursued by police
■ Reckless conduct endangering serious injury
■ Exceed prescribed concentration of drugs
■ Possess drug of dependence
‘REWILDING’
IN WAVERLEY
■ Following the relocation of Glenvale Tennis Club to the new Monash Tennis Centre in the Glen Waverley Sports Hub last year, Monash Council’s bushland team set about recreating a forest at the site using a process known as ‘rewilding’.
“The new area of bushland will provide crucial habitat for local wildlife and, most importantly, replanting at the site will support the critically endangered Yarra Gum or Eucalyptusyarraensis,” said a Council representative.
The Yarra Gum, thrives in valleys and open woodlands, making the Dandenong Creek corridor a perfect location for its preservation. Much of the species’ natural habitat in other locations near Melbourne has been lost to urbanisation and land clearing for agriculture.
The rewilded bushland area will expand the Dandenong Creek corridor and habitat area, strengthening local ecosystems and supporting local native wildlife.
Free workshops
■ The free Knox @ HOME program includes online workshops and resources. This Council-endorsed initiative covers topics include composting, energy efficiency, resourceful living, transport, self-care, food, gardening, and water.
Each month there will be two live workshops. Participants can also watch over 40 workshop recordings whenever it’s convenient for them
Upcoming live workshops include:
■ Help Me ... Rethink My Lawn to Grow More and Mow Less – Tuesday, August 19, 12 Noon – 1pm. Join gardening expert Edwina Robinson and help residents break up with their high-maintenance lawn—without losing their backyard joy.
■ Grow It, Cook It: Simple, Seasonal Meals from the Garden – Tuesday, September 9, 12 Noon– 1pm. Join global permaculture educator and passionate home cook Morag Gamble for a practical and inspiring session on seasonal eating. Morag will share her favourite low-fuss, garden-to-plate ideas that help peopleeat well, reduce waste and reconnect with where food comes from.
● ● ● ● Man chased on foot through Chadstone Shopping Centre
■ Driving whilst disqualified
■ Theft of motor vehicle
■ Theft
He was to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court
The Hyundai was allegedly stolen from Doncaster on July 31.
Landmark for sale
■ After 50 years of continuous family ownership, Beasley’s Nursery and Teahouse in Warrandyte is officially on the market.
The byusiness was founded by Ron and Merle Beasley and their two sons, Bill and Neil, in what began as a modest fern stall in the early 1970s.
The Beasleys quite literally built the business from the ground up, starting with tree ferns sold to neighbours and passersby from the side of Warrandyte Rd and their backyard in Orchard Grove
Beasley’s Nursery was named Australia’s Best Garden Centre in 1995.
Mock rescue
■ Around 50 VICSES volunteers last weerk took part in a night-time search and rescue exercise at Pound Bend, Warrandyte, simulating real-life scenarios in dense bushland and fast-moving river conditions. The training featured specialist boat crews, a mobile Incident Control Centre, and Ambulance Victoria treating lifelike simulation mannequins to enhance realism.
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45 YEARS AS NEWSMAN IN MELBOURNE’S EAST
In 1978, Ash Long was Editor of Bayswater News, as well as President of the Bayswater Chamber of Commerce of Industry.
Leader Newspapers promoted the 22year-old to become Manager of the Knox and Mountain District Free Press, where he led production of a record-size 76page edition.
He had stints as Manager of the KnoxSherbrooke News, as well as Acting Editor of group newspapers including Box Hill, Nunwading, Ringwood, Croydon, Lilydale, Waverley and Chadstone.
Some 45 years on, in 2024, Ash Long continues his lifetime of community service, as Publisher of The Local Paper group, which has localised newspapers across 40 local government areas covering all Melbourne suburbs, the Mornington Peninsula and beyond.
He was involved with the Australian Suburban Newspapers’ Association, later becoming a National Judge.
In 1983, he branched out on his own, developing newspapers across Victoria.
In the intervening years, there have been successes (and a few stumbles!)
Ash Long as Editor of the Bayswater News in 1978. In 2002, Long reinvograted the Melbourne Observer newspaper. It continues today as a free section within all editions of The Local Paper. There have been other involvements with TV, radio and online projects. Decades on, Ash Long and his Local Paper team remain committed to providing the best possible service to readers and clients.
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ALFREDTON
Crop house found
■ A cannabis crop house has been found in Alfredton following reports of a home break-in.
Police were first called to the Kilkenny Drive scene after witnesses heard several large bangs around 1.10am on Tuesday, August 5.
When police arrived a short time later, they found the front door damaged and kicked in.
A search of the home found no one home but uncovered a significant cannabis set up.
A crime scene guard was placed on the property which was to be be searched.
Ballarat Divisional Response Unit are investigating.
YALLOURN NORTH Woman dies
■ Police are investigating a fatal collision in Yallourn North on Monday morning, August 4.
Emergency services were called to reports a small car collided with a white Toyota Hilux which was towing a trailer on Latrobe River Rd about 8.40am.
The female driver of the car, an 18-yearold Yallourn North woman, died at the scene.
The driver of the Hilux , a 27-year-old Traralgon man, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
COLERAINE
Court sequel
■ Homicide Squad detectives have charged a man following the death of a woman in Coleraine. Officers were called to a home in Pilleau Street following reports a woman had been stabbed about 1.10am on Saturday, August 2.
The 81-year-old Coleraine woman died at the scene. An 81-year-old Coleraine man was arrested at the scene and has since been charged with murder. He was remanded to appear before Warrnambool Magistrates’ Court
STABBING, AFFRAY REPORT AT SHEPPARTON HOME
■ Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a stabbing and affray in Shepparton.
It is understood a verbal altercation occurred between two men and a third, unknown man outside a residence on St Georges Rd about 8.40pm on Friday, August 1.
Officers have been told the two men then left the address and walked to a nearby bottle shop on High St where a physical altercation occurred between the trio.
During the altercation, officers believe the third man produced a knife and stabbed the men, before fleeing on foot.
An 18-year-old man from Shepparton and a 23-year-old man from Kialla were both taken to hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries.
It was expected the pair would be be interviewed in relation to the affray.
While the 18-year-old and the 23-year-old are known to each other, it is understood the third man was not known to the pair.
Detectives have released images and CCTV of a man they believe might be able to assist with their enquiries.
The man is perceived to be Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander in appearance. He was seen wearing a black puffer jacket and black tracksuit pants.
Exact circumstances surrounding the incident are being investigated.
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CRAIGIEBURN
$1 million reward
■ Detectives from the Homicide Squad have announced a $1 million reward for information in relation to the fatal shooting of Robert Issa in Craigieburn in 2023.
Five men – a 29-year-old from Kew, a 31year-old from Mickleham, a 33-year-old from Pascoe Vale and two 26-year-olds from Fawkner – were charged with murder, attempted murder and criminal damage by fire.
Investigators will allege the five men charged carried out the attack and detectives remain particularly keen to identify those further up the chain who ordered, financed and organised the hit.
The activity follows an incident almost two years ago where Robert Issa and a male associate were shot.
Just before 3pm on Saturday, October 7, 2023, the pair were sitting inside a white Mercedes station wagon parked in the car park of Craigieburn Central Shopping Centre when a number of shots were fired into the car.
Issa was pulled from the vehicle and a number of witnesses then attempted CPR before emergency services arrived. He was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene.
The other man inside the vehicle, a now 30-year-old from the northern suburbs, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The black Range Rover was located burnt out in Westmeadows a short time later.
Detectives believe there are still others out there with direct knowledge of the motive for the incident and who was involved, including those who may have financed and ordered the hit. The investigation remains ongoing.
A reward of up to $1M will be paid at the discretion of the Chief Commissioner of Police, for information leading to the apprehension and subsequent conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Robert Issa
The Director of Public Prosecutions will consider, according to established guidelines, the granting of indemnification from prosecution to any person who provides information as to the identity of the principal offender or offenders in this matter.
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■ Old workwear is getting a second life at Yarra Valley Water, thanks to an initiative that recycles textiles to keep waste out of landfill.
Over the past two years, the water corporation has diverted more than 270kg of uniform and Personal Protective Equipment from landfill by recycling them into new products.
Yarra Valley Water
Managing Director
Natalie Foeng said the uniform recycling program reflects the water corporation’s broader approach to sustainability.
“The next time you buy a couch or a chair, you could be buying one cushioned with recycled Yarra Valley Water uniforms,” Ms Foeng said.
“Recycling our old uniforms is one of many ways we’re reducing our environmental impact, we’re taking action from upcycling office chairs to generating our own renewable electricity,” she said.
Yarra Valley Water’s uniforms and PPE are usually kept for two to five years before coming to the end of their lifespan.
When uniforms and PPE are worn out or no longer safe, they are sent to Upparel, a textile recovery and recycling company.
There, they are processed and shredded before being turned into fibrous material.
This material is turned into a fill, a cushion-like material, that can be used in couches and chairs or compressed into UPtex to be used for construction material such as acoustic panelling.
Upparel CoFounder and CEO Michael Elias said giving uniforms a sec-
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ond life had huge environmental benefits.
“Recycling clothing has a profoundly positive impact on the environment, as it helps reduce greenhouse gas as well as reducing overall waste,” he said.
“When organisations like Yarra Valley Water make the decision to recycle their uniforms and PPE, they are making the right decision for the environment and for future generations.”
According to the Australian Fashion Council, about 220,000 tonnes of clothing is sent to landfill every year in Australia Yarra Valley Water’s commitment to sustainability is evident in other initiatives, both small and large.
The water corporation upcycles office chairs, uses barricade tape made of recycled material at its worksites, utilises electric vehicles in its fleet, and has a solarcovered car park that helps power its Mitcham office.
Youth Advisory
■ A new wave of youth leadership is making its mark as the newly appointed 2025 Manningham Youth Advisory Committee steps forward to amplify young voices in local decision-making.
Together, this group of 20 young leaders reflect the diversity of Manningham’s youth and share a strong passion for contributing to the community’s future.
The newly appointed committee members were welcomed by Cr Laura Mayne , Chair of the MYAC
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NORTHERN SECTION
Incorporating the traditions of the Boroondara Weekly, Progress News, Camberwell Free Press (Est. 26, 1927) Boroondara (North) comprises Ashburton, Balwyn, Balwyn North, Burwood, Canterbury, Deepdene, Greythorn, Kew, Kew East, Mont Albert and Surrey Hills. Boroondara is home to more than 167,231 people, living in approximately 69,420 homes.
KNOX
Incorporating the traditions of the Knox-Sherbooke News (Est. April 19, 1967), Mountain District Free Press (Est. Aug. 9, 1946), Ferntree Gully News (Est. 26, 1923) and Ferntree Gully Times (Est. Jun. 8, 1889). Knox comprises Bayswater, Boronia, Ferntree Gully, Lysterfield, Knoxfield, Rowville, Scoresby, The Basin, Upper Ferntree Gully, Wantirna, and Wantirna South. Knox is home to more than 154,110 people, living in approximately 59,086 homes.
MANNINGHAM
Incorporating the traditions of East Yarra News (Est. May 9, 1962) and Doncaster-Templestowe News. Manningham comprises Bulleen, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Donvale, Nunawading (part), Park Orchards (part), Ringwood North (part), Templestowe, Templestowe Lower, Warrandyte, Warrandyte South and Wonga Park (part). Manningham is home to more than 122,900 people, living in approximately 45,500 homes.
MAROONDAH
Incorporating the traditions of the Ringwood and Croydon Mail (Est. Jan. 9, 1924), Croydon City News (Est. 1983), Ringwood City News (Est. Jul. 6, 1984). Maroondah comprises Bayswater North, Croydon, Croydon Hills, Croydon North, Croydon South, Heathmont, Kilsyth (part), Kilsyth South, Park Orchards (part), Ringwood, Ringwood East, Ringwood North (part), Vermont (part), Warranwood and Wonga Park (part). Maroondah is home to more than 117,498 people, living in approximately 54,921 homes.
MONASH
Incorporating the traditions of the Waverley Gazette (Est. Feb. 8, 1961), Oakleigh Times (Est. Jun. 8, 1889).
Monash comprises Ashwood, Clayton, Glen Waverley, Hughesdale, Huntingdale, Mount Waverley, Mulgrave, Notting Hill, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East, and Wheelers Hill. Parts of Chadstone, Burwood and Oakleigh South are also included in Monash. Monash is home to more than 202,847 people, living in approximately 70,600 homes.
WHITEHORSE
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Whitehorse comprises Balwyn North (part), Blackburn, Blackburn North, Blackburn South,
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W’meadows crash
■ Police are investigating after a fatal collision in Westmeadows on Friday night (Aug. 8).
Emergency services were called to reports of a collision involving a car and pedestrian on Mickleham Rd about 6.55pm.
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The pedestrian, a 52-year-old West-meadows woman, died at the scene.
The driver of the car, a 22-year-old Westmeadows man, was uninjured and has spoken with police.
Exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Shooting at Beeac
■ Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad have arrested three people as part of their investigation into a non-fatal shooting in Beeac in June.
Emergency services were called to ColacBallarat Rd where a man was found with serious injuries and a suspected gunshot wound about 5.10am on Saturday, June 21.
A 34-year-old Colac man was conveyed to hospital to be treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his lower body.
With the assistance of the VIPER Taskforce, Fugitive Squad and Colac and Geelong Crime Investigation Units, two search warrants were executed in Beeac on Wednesday, June 25.
A 32-year-old Beeac man was charged with intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury, reckless conduct endanger life and use firearm in a dangerous manner.
Three rifles and various ammunition were seized from his address.
He was remanded to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on October 21.
A 34-year-old Beeac woman was charged on the same day with possess methylamphetamine before she was further charged on July 24 with intentionally cause injury, recklessly cause injury and reckless conduct endanger life and remanded in custody.
She was later bailed to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on October 21.
A 45-year-old Colac man was arrested by detectives from the Armed Crime Squad
He was interviewed by police and was subsequently released pending further enquiries.
Police believe the parties involved were known to each other.
Fast P-plater
■ State Highway Patrol picked up a Pplater travelling more than 50-kmh over the limit in Laverton
The 25-year-old driver was detected travelling at an alleged speed of 156-kmh in the emergency lane on the Princes Fwy about 6.30am on Thursday (Aug. 7).
The Braybrook man has been charged with driving in a manner dangerous, driving at a speed dangerous, exceeding the speed limit, driving in an emergency lane and overtaking in an unsafe manner. He is expected to be charged on summons.
His vehicle, a Volkswagen Polo sedan, was impounded at a cost of $999.52.
Erratic vehicle
■ Police have charged two men and two women after they tracked a vehicle allegedly displaying cloned plates through Melbourne’s south-east.
Operation Trinity officers sighted the silver Ford Falcon on Clyde Rd in Berwick and attempted to intercept the car about 2am Thursday (Aug. 7)
The vehicle allegedly took off, reaching speeds in excess of 160-km h.
Police tracked the Ford towards Tooradin before it stopped outside a shed on Island Rd in Koo Wee Rup . Two men and two women allegedly jumped out of the car.
■ Riders on e-bikes, scooters and bikes working for food delivery services have been put on notice, with nearly 300 fines issued as part of an operation cracking down on dangerous rider behaviour in Melbourne
Operation Pathfinder has been running since the start of June, with 289 fines issued for a range of e-bike, e-scooter, motor scooter, bicycle and motorcycle riding offences.
On Tuesday night last week, police issued 37 fines in just a few hours after detecting multiple riders travelling on the footpath, riding through red lights and using mobile phones while riding.
Police also arrested a man after a short foot chase on Swanston St just after 5pm.
Officers working Operation Pathfinder attempted to speak with the man as he was observed allegedly riding a bike without wearing a helmet.
Generally the first engagement of this kind would be a warning and an opportunity to educate the rider.
However when attempting to speak with the cyclist, the man allegedly refused to provide his name and address to police, abandoned his bike and ran down the street.
After a short foot chase, officers arrested the 28-year-old man from Carlton. He is expected to be charged on summons with traffic offences and resisting police.
The operation commenced following reports of dangerous riding behaviour involving bikes and e-bikes at peak times for food delivery.
As part of the operation, officers from Melbourne East Police Station patrol key hot spots in the city, including Little Bourke St, Bourke St and Flinders St and at peak pick up times.
The most common offences detected throughout the operation for those using ebikes, e-scooters or motor scooters include:
■ A person over 12-years-old riding on a footpath which incurs a fine of $198
■ Drive on wrong side of divided road which incurs a fine of $395
■ Using a mobile phone while riding which incurs a fine of $593
■ Failing to obey traffic lights which incurs a fine of $494
Uniform police are supported by the
Officers engage with riders and other road users during the operation and educate them about relevant road rules to ensure they are equipped with the right information to conduct themselves safely on the road.
The warning also comes as police intelligence shows collisions involving bikes, e-bikes and motor scooters are increasing.
In the first six months of this year there has been 29 collisions involving e-bikes in the city, and 18 involving motor scooters.
When compared to the last six months of last year, both e-bike and motor scooter collisions in the city have doubled.
In total, there have been 284 collisions in Melbourne this year involving bikes, e-bikes, e-scooters and motor scooters.
Melbourne East Senior Sergeant, Tania Connolly said: “Peak hour is often a busy time in the city, with lots of pedestrians and other road users around which presents a real risk to safety.
“It’s not only frustrating, but also incredibly dangerous to have e-bike riders zooming past pedestrians on the footpath, weaving in and out of traffic or disobeying traffic lights.
“We know more people are choosing options such as electric bikes and scooters to get around the city, and we want to make sure not only their devices are up to standard, but they are fully aware of the rules.
“We encourage everyone accessing roads and footpaths to have patience and make sure you are looking out for others.”
Port burglaries probed
■ Port Philip Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance following a string of local burglaries.
It is understood a man attended a business on Rouse St about 3.40am on May 6.
He gained access to the building before fleeing the scene with two laptops. It is believed he fled the scene on foot.
Six days later, the first man returned with another man to Rouse St , this time gaining access to two other businesses nearby about 3.45am. Officers have been told the pair caused damage to multiple doors at the locations and stole an amount of cash, jewellery, and a CTTV system. Investigators understand the men also tried to enter a third business but were unsuccessful.
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■ Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad have charged a man as part of their investigation into two separate incidents in 2024 including a home in invasion in Deer Park and a targeted shooting in Fawkner.
A 19-year-old Coburg man was taken into custody around 11am on Thursday morning (Aug. 7).
In relation to the shooting, he has been charged with intentionally cause serious injury, recklessly cause serious injury, reckless conduct endangering life, possess drug of dependence, possess cartridge ammunition, theft of motor vehicle and handle stolen goods.
The man has also been charged with kidnapping, aggravated home invasion with a firearm, false imprisonment, assault, theft of motor vehicle and commit indictable offence whilst on bail in relation to the Deer Park incident.
He was to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court
The first incident occurred on Monday, August 5, 2024 when armed offenders allegedly forced entry to a home in Ballarat Rd, Deer Park, about 5am.
The victim was allegedly assaulted and forced from the property. He was later released and reported the incident to police.
A 19-year-old Truganina man was previously charged in September last year.
The second incident occurred on Wednesday, October 3, when emergency services were called to Denys St in Fawkner to reports a man had been shot just after 9.30am.
Investigators will allege a 49-year-old Lalor man had been lured to the address under the pretence of providing a quote for a trades job.
Upon arrival, police will allege a man exited a vehicle before running towards the victim and shooting him in the left ankle.
He then returned to the vehicle and fled the scene.
Police believe the incident was targeted.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Lewd act at P. Cook
■ Transit Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance after a man exposed himself in front of two children at a bus stop in Point Cook
The unknown male offender performed a sexual act on himself in the presence of the children at the bus stop on Dunnings Rd/ Point Cook Rd about 4.50pm on Wednesday, July 2.
The children ran westbound on Dunnings Rd away from the bus stop.
Investigators have released images of a man they believe could assist with their enquiries.
Detectives have released images and CCTV of two men they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
The first male is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, and is approximately 175-180 cm tall and is aged in his 30’s.
He was seen wearing a black jumper, black pants, white shoes and was wearing a bucket hat.
The second male is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance and is aged in his 50’s.
He was seen wearing a black hooded jacket, brown pants and black shoes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppers vic.com.au
He is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, about 20-30 years of age with a dark moustache and beard.
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Ms Julie Gabler: Trapped
■ In a premiere at TheatreWorks’ Explosives Factory venue, Kathleen Mary Fallon produced Ms Julie Gabler: Trapped. While being an ambitious well-intentioned work seeking to explore jealousy, race, power and gender the play, unfortunately, failed to deliver and thus disappointed.
The play revolved around three actors who were vying for parts in a production of Shakespeare’s Othello. Robert was an Australian Aboriginal man in a relationship with Julie, a white woman, while the third actor, Malcolm, was a gay Australian South Sea Islander and a close friend of both. Jealousies, real and imagined, professional and personal, lead to tension and conflict between the three of them.
The script was written by Fallon and suffered from several faults. All three characters were one-dimensional, tending to be mouthpieces making grand cliched statements rather than real people you could relate to. In addition, the theatrical device where characters liberally quoted from either Othello or works by Strindberg or Ibsen felt artificial and contrived, adding nothing to the development of the play nor our understanding of the characters.
The three actors who performed were Sermsah bin Saad (Robert), Ruth Gilmore (Julie) and Lenny Cullen Gorman (Malcolm). All three had moments of real connection with each other and their character’s angst. Nevertheless, generally speaking there was too much emoting and histrionics with no actual connection between the actors.
As producer, writer and director Fallon was primarily responsible for the play’s shortcomings. Stylistically it was a mishmash of naturalism mixed with melodrama and surrealism. Bold choices which seemed to be an attempt to investigate or deconstruct the power dynamics involved in considerations of gender, sexuality and race. Unfortunately the contrasting styles failed to deconstruct anything and, indeed, at times the play appeared to reinforce the very stereotypes it sought to dismantle.
Admirably brave in its ambition then, Ms Julie Gabler: Trapped was regrettably, in several regards, an earnest failure.
Review by Peter Murphy
Deborah, Willy
■ Deborah Conway has never been one to shy away from provocation.
Across four decades in the Australian music landscape - from Do-Re-Mi’s 80s heydays to her ARIA Award winning solo career and Platinum and Gold Album collaborations with her long-time creative and life partner Willy Zygier - Conway has remained steadfastly unwilling to play it safe.
And now, once again in collaboration with Zygier, Conway’s new album titled: Right WingPropaganda is being released independently on her 66th birthday.
The new album was self-produced from the pair’s Melbourne home studio, and is underpinned by Zygier’s deft guitar work and Conway’s crystalline, unmistakable voice. It is available now across all major streaming services and in physical formats (vinyl and CD). Honoured as National Living Legends, this is the couple’s 11th album together - a trademark blend of folkpop melodies and lyrical directness.
RightWingPropagandais an act of musical reductionism in an age of technological excess - a raw, acoustic collection of 14 songs written, performed and recorded solely by the long-time collaborators, joined only by the voices of their daughters Syd, Alma, and Hettie Zygier
There are no session musicians, no autotuning, no studio polish. Just guitars and voices. It’s both timeless and timely - an album that asks whether music still matters in a world of infinite content.
In an age of synthetic sounds and algorithm-driven art, Conway and Zygier have taken a radical stand by returning to the roots of musical expression for this album, which will be supported by a national tour titled Songs You Can Trust that will include both metro and regional shows.
Conway is to appear at the Memo Music Hall this Saturday (Aug. 16).
The 22-stop tour will run until November 9th with shows in VIC, NSW, WA, SA and Queensland . The album was mixed by Gideon Preiss, mastered by Lachlan Carrick, with artwork by Conway, Zygier and Dave Homer.
Talk is cheap, gossip is priceless
FLORRIE FROM FITZROY Confidential
■ The Dunolly Gilbert and Sullivan Society presents FlorriefromFitzroy on Saturday, August 16 at 2.00pm in the Fitzroy Town Hall Reading Room
The show celebrates the 150th birthday of Florrie Forde, said to be one of the most famous musical hall stars of the early Edwardian era. Florrie was born in Gertrude St, Fitzroy, on August 16, 1875.
Well-known songs will be featured in the show, such as the classic DownattheOldBull andBush, HoldYourHandOut,NaughtyBoy and the memorable It’s a long way to Tipperary.
Performance Details: Saturday, August 16, 2pm - 3.30pm
Venue: Fitzroy Town Hall Reading Room
Tickets: $25 includes souvenir program
Details: 0427 275006 or email rachelbuckley@outlook.com.au
Cheryl Threadgold
We Will Rock You
■ The opening announcement boomed: “The time has come to rock!” And PLOS Musical Productions sure did rock Frankston with their splendid show We Will Rock You at the Frankston Arts Centre.
We Will Rock You is set 300 years in the dystopian future when Planet Earth has been renamed the iPlanet, controlled by the Globalsoft Corporation and where rock music is banned.
The creative professionalism of director/scenic designer Paul Watson, musical director Nathan Firmin and his terrific band recreating Queen's iconic sound, the innovative, sharp choreography by Venessa Paech , stunning lighting from Ian Scott and impressive sound design by Patrick Edwards and Steve Cooke, merged with an outstanding cast to deliver a rock musical treat for appreciative audiences.
Watson’s first-class casting of this show included Duane McGregor as music-loving ‘dreamer’ Galileo, who wants to make music rather than program it.
Capturing the humility of his student ‘outsider’ character, McGregor commanded the stage with his presence and, with pocket rocket dynamo Martika Cetinich who excelled playing opposite McGregor as Scaramouche , shared some great vocals.
Gemma Purdy (Oz) and Robbie Wilton (Brit) oozed energy with their enjoyable performances as the Bohemians
Shenae Thomas-Williams was powerful as Killer Queen, the sinister head of Globalsoft, and Mark Judd skilfully portrayed Killer Queen’s authoritarian offsider Khashoggi
A talented, multi-role-playing ensemble of musical theatre performers completed the cast. Hats off also to Brett Wingfield for his eclectic mix of costume designs and also to resident director James Owen for directing rehearsals during Paul Watson’s South East Asia tour of Wicked
It was so good to see tiered generations at this show having a ball, clapping, singing and giving a well-deserved standing ovation to performers.
PLOS Musical Productions continues to bring quality entertainment to the Frankston stage with The Wizard of Oz scheduled from December 31, to January 10 at the Frankston Arts Centre.
Bookings are now open. Visit plos.asn.au
Congratulations PLOS Musical Productions Review by Cheryl Threadgold
A Day With James Joyce's Ulysses
■ Bloomsday in Melbourne's Dr Steve Carey and Associate Professor Frances Devlin-Glass present ADayWithJamesJoyce'sUlysseson Sunday, August 24 from 10am - 4.30pm at 3ZZZ, 309 Albert St, Brunswick.
Ulysses was published in Paris on James Joyce's 40th birthday, February 2, 1922. This interactive course, a mix of presentation and discussion of text, assumes no prior knowledge of Ulysses, although having read the extracts recommended will certainly help to make your day a richer reading experience. The organisers believe that while Ulyssesis not for everyone, it is for anyone and that most readers need only minor assistance over the obstacles it represents.
And also that it is a treasury for life, to be enjoyed almost as a different text as one is exposed to life’s exigencies. It may have turned 100 years old, but it is still very much our contemporary and still unfolding for those who love it.
The event will offer time for questions to be answered and input invited if wished. .
To be covered on the day:
■ Why is Ulyssessupposedly a 'classic'? What does that mean, anyway?
■ Why is a book set in Dublin 1904 called Ulysses? (And if it's based on the Odyssey, why isn't it called Odysseus?)
■ Is the book truly obscene? How did it get banned even before it was published?
■ What is Joyce's 'Stream of Consciousness technique and why is it so important?
■ Bits of the book seem really difficult to understand. Is Joyce just being wilfully obscure, or is there some point to all this?
■ And much, much more ...
This event is a fundraiser for Bloomsday in Melbourne, enabling covering the costs of presenting Bloomsday theatrical productions. Every cent is going straight to them.
To contact the organiser, please email Steve Carey: steve.carey@11degrees.org
Cheryl Threadgold
■ In a wonderful piece of youth theatre written for ages 10 to 13, Monkey Baa Theatre Company put on a moving production of Yongat the The Show Room, Melbourne Arts Centre
The play was a depiction of the mostly untold story of Chinese immigration to Australia and their role in the Victorian gold rush of the 1800s.
Set in 1857, a young boy Yong and his father leave their small village in China to travel to the goldfields of Ballarat to seek their fortune and a better life for their family. However the voyage is a perilous one and leads to Yong having to find an inner strength to deal with the hardships faced.
The script for Yong was written by Jenevieve Chang. It was based on the book Yong:TheJourneyofanUnworthySon by Janeen Brian and blended elements from the book with historical facts.
The script’s language was pitched well for the play’s target audience and, despite multiple characters and storylines, its overall narrative was clear and easy to follow.
Thankfully the script never patronised nor spoke down to its audience, neither did it gloss over challenges such as racism that the Chinese faced on the goldfields.
In a wonderful solo performance Alan Zhu brought the script to life. Using his voice and physicality, Zhu skilfully portrayed several characters. Most importantly his Yong, the main character, was a truthful portrayal of a young boy and never felt forced nor patronising as can sometimes be the case when adults play teenagers.
Such a great performance was of course due in part to the accomplished direction of Darren Yap. His work with the script, Zhu and the production team meant that the story flowed well and entertained as well as educated.
Monkey Baa have been creating theatre for young audiences for over 25 years and Yong is a testament as to why they have achieved this well-deserved success.
Review by Peter Murphy
The Orchard
■ The Pony Cam troupe make no pretence about trying to revive or perform a classic even though The Orchard is based on Chekov’s TheCherryOrchard
Indeed, they endeavour to eschew character, plot and narrative and dive into the themes and tone of Chekov’s original in a form of experimental and improvised theatre that could well alter each night of their season at the Malthouse.
The five members of the troupe (Claire Bird, Ava Campbell, William Strom, Dominic Weintraub, Hugo Williams) are all similarly dressed to discourage differentiation. Their dialogue, if such it could be called, is schematic echoing the refrain, “What do we do about the orchard?” What that does do is allow the ordinary comic minutia of life to be revealed which Chekov so keenly championed.
And the work is propelled into the present day by linking the economic reality that confronted Chekov’s characters with the financial certainties that continue to dominate by stump speeches about corporate development and entrepreneurial excess. Thus, Chekov’s original themes still resonate but find a new relevance in today’s world that hark back to the disruption of his time.
Adding to the theatrical uncertainty is the co-opting of members of the audience to evoke the images of Chekov’s day by having them fulfill the expected tasks one might have witnessed in a conventional production.
And this is where I have to make a confession. I was one of those used as stage dressing having to carry a box and collect glass jars as the performance was underway.
We became the expected visual echo of the past while the troupe presented current day realities.
This is an imaginative form of theatre that could easily go wrong but for the fact that it is in the hands of some very creative and enthusiastic dramatists keen to explore theatrical boundaries.
It is true to Chekov’s thematic and comic intent without uttering a word of his dialogue.
Performance Season: Until August 16 Venue: Beckett Theatre, Malthouse, Southbank Bookings: malthousetheatre.com.au
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Florrie Forde (aka Rachel Buckley).
Review by David McLean
● ● William Strom in The Orchard. Photo: Pia Johnson
Local Theatre Observations
Shows
■ The Basin Theatre Company: Educating Rita (by Willy Russell) Until August 17 at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Sharon Maine. Bookings: thebasintheatre.au
■ The 1812 Theatre: Home, I’m Darling (by Laura Wade) Until August 30 at 3 Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Director: Amy Calvert. Bookings: 1812theatre.com.au
■ Beaumaris Theatre: The Witches (based on the book by Roald Dahl. Adapted by David Wood) Until August 23 at Beaumaris Theatre, 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris. Director: Leah Osburn. Bookings: beaumaristheatre. com.au
■ Brighton Theatre Company: Fallen Angels (Noel Coward) August 15 – 30 at Brighton Theatre. Director: Joe Dias. Bookings: brightontheatre.com.au
■ The Mount Players: A Skull in Connemara (by Martin McDonagh) August 15 – 31 at the Mountview Theatre, Murphy St., Macedon. Director: Travis Handcock. Bookings: 0419 329 052
■ Peridot Theatre: Frankenstein (by Nick Dear) August 15 – 24 at the Clayton Community Centre Theatrette, Cooke St., Clayton. Director: George Benca. Bookings: tickets@peridot.com.au
■ Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group (STAG): Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood (Adam Szymkowicz) August 21 – 30 at the Strathmore Community Hall, Loeman St., Strathmore. Director: Brian Edmond. Bookings: stagtheatre.org
■ Warrandyte Theatre Company: Grey Nomad (written and directed by Dan Lee) August 22 – September 6 at the Warrandyte Mechanics’ Institute, 180 Yarra St., Warrandyte. Bookings: Trybooking.
■ Malvern Theatre: The Humans (by Stephen Karam) August 22 – September 6 at 29a Burke Rd., Malvern. Director: Nicky Neville-Jones. Bookings: malverntheatre company.com.au
■ Williamstown Little Theatre: The Hollow Crown (by John Barton) September 3 – 20 at 3-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Peter Newling. Bookings: wlt.org.au/booktickets
■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Broadway Bound (by Neil Simon) September 4 – 13 at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Rd., Parkdale. Director: Michelle Swann) Bookings: mordialloctheatre.com.au
■ Heidelberg Theatre Company: Other Desert Cities (Jon Robin Baitz) September 5 – 20 at Heidelberg Theatre, 36 Turnham Ave., Rosanna. Director: Gaetano Santo. Bookings: email boxoffice@htc. org.au
■ Eltham Little Theatre: The Addams Family, a new musical (Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice). September 5 – 20 at Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Rd., Research. Director: Isabella Preston. Bookings: elthamlittletheatre.org.au
■ Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: Heartbreak Choir (Aidan Fennessey) September 5 – 20 at the Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St., Geelong West. Director: Sue Rawkins. Bookings: Geelong Arts Centre 1300 251 200 geelongartscentre.org.au
■ NOVA Music Theatre: Chess, September 12 – 21 at The Round. Nunawading. Bookings: novamusictheatre.com.au
■ Theatre of the Damned: La Cage Aux Follies September 12 – 20 at the Belmont Performing Arts Centre. Director: Elise Dahl; Musical Director: Nathan Firmin; Choreographer: Venessa Paech. Bookings: theatreofthedamnedgeelong.com
■ Essendon Theatre Company: Cosi (by Louis Nowra) September 11 – 20 at the Bradshaw St. Community Hall, Bradshaw St., West Essendon. Director: Rosalin Shafik-Eid. Bookings: 04064 48368 or trybooking
■ Burwood University Student Theatre Company: Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) September 11 – 13 at the Clayton Community Theatre, Cooke St., Clayton. Director: Ares Stevenson. Bookings: TBC.
■ Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company: The Importance of Being Earnest (by Oscar Wilde) September 11 – 17 at the Lilydale Mechanics’ Institute, Castella St., Lilydale. Director: Katie-Jane Amery. Bookings: lilydaleatc.com
■ Frankston Theatre Group: Emma (by Jane Austen, adapted by Michael Bloom) September 25 – October 5 at Frankston High School Performing Arts Theatre 97 Foot Street, Frankston. Director: Candice Mitrousis. Bookings: frankstontheatregroup. com.au
Entertainment
WHAT’S YOURS?
■ Fertility and friendship are twin forces in Keziah Warner’s new play, What’s Yours Friends since university, Lia (CarissaLee) and Jo (Christina O’Neill) are polarised in their stance on having children. Jo wants independence. Lia yearns for a child. The fact that they have betrayed each other over the attention of Simon (Kevin Hofbauer) who was Jo’s boyfriend and then Lia’s partner, complicates the dynamic when Lia seeks the eggs Jo has previously harvested and stored.
The awkwardness, guilt, doubt, anger and uncertainty are brilliantly captured by Kevin, Carissa and Christina
These are believable characters grappling with contemporary relationships while, at the same time, coping with their own wishes when it comes to having children.
There is a tenuousness in staying together, when meeting the expectations of one’s partner, when addressing prospective parenthood, and when maintaining friendships.
Warner’s script picks over the personal desires and social demands facing individuals in an age when science and technology have provided greater opportunities for reproduction further complicating choices.
It is, perhaps, the friendship at the core of the play that provides the frisson which Warner has tried to balance with both pathos and humour when things don’t go according to plan.
There are hints of regret and loss over decisions in the past that could well have changed current situations.
Director, Isabella Vadiveloo, has set the opening scene behind a scrim curtain with blaring music to insinuate a carefree university party when the characters first meet.
This was slightly disconcerting when trying to establish character and content. But the interplay between the characters has been developed well; reflection is mixed with combativeness.
Bianca Pardo’s set design would allow for those aforesaid curtains to be used more dynamically to create spatial variety.
Red Stitch has staged the premiere of a thought-provoking play the subject matter of which is not just topical but prescient given society’s imposition of roles and expectations.
Performance Season: Until August 24
Venue: Red Stitch Actors' Theatre, Rear 2 Chapel St, St Kilda East.
■ The Basin Theatre Group: Heatstroke (by Eric Chappell) August 17, 18 at 7pm at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Pip Le Blond. Audition bookings: 0400 350 792 or email pipleblond@hotmail.com
■ Williamstown Little Theatre: Jeeves and Wooster in ‘Perfect Nonsense’ (The Goodale Brothers and PG Wodehouse) August 17 at 11am and August 18 at 7.30pm at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Keith Hutton. Audition bookings: 0430 032 332 or e-mail: keithhutton55@gmail.com
■ Brighton Theatre Company: The Good Life (by Jeremy Sams based on TV series by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey) August 17 and August 18 at 7.00pm at the Bayside Arts and Cultural Centre, Cnr Wilson and Carpenter Sts., Brighton. Director: Joanne Gabriel. Audition Enquiries: Jo Gabriel at pukfam@bigpond.net.au
■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Birthday Candles (by Noah Haidle) August 18 and 19 at 7pm at Unit 8, 417-419 Warrigal Rd., Cheltenham. Director: Helen Ellis. Audition enquiries/bookings: mordialloc theatre.com
■ Essendon Theatre Company: Significant Other (by Joshua Harmon) August 20 at 7pm; August 23 at 10am at Bradshaw St. Community Hall, 9 Bradshaw St., Essendon. Director: George Benca. Audition bookings: georgebenca@gmail.com and 0419591517
■ The Basin Theatre Group: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (by C S Lewis, adapted by Glyn Robbins) August 20 at 7pm, August 23 at 10am at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Jason Triggs. Audition enquiries: 0497 159 474 or email jason.triggs.m@gmail.com
Please book auditions through trybooking by visiting trybooking.com/CZWWP Cheryl Threadgold
Miss Julie
■ Reimagining a classic play like MissJulie for the contemporary stage carries with it inordinate challenges, not the least of which are the assumptions and tropes associated with a piece credited as being a touchstone of the emerging style of naturalism back in 1888.
Writer and director Harry Haynes has us in a modern Greek restaurant kitchen where the ultimate power resides with the owner – the landed gentry.
The cook in this instance seems to be the head chef, Kristina (Izabella Yena) affording her hierarchy over John (Adam-Jon Fiorentino) to whom she is supposedly engaged.
It is then the restaurant owner’s daughter, Julie (Annalise Gelagotis), who provides the friction because of her entitled position.
There is an insinuation of Greek values and behaviour along with an ensemble of 14 waiters, who move the set (Angelina Daniels ) of kitchen benches and who symbolise the sexual union of John and Julie through dance, a seemingly modernist affectation.
A true correlation with the original is also compromised today given both suffrage and feminism which affords Julie more agency negating the shock Strinberg’s audience would have felt.
Julie’s power is no longer at the behest of her position alone. Thus, there are some incongruities brought about by the passage of time.
John’s suicide at the end of this play is also not true to the original making one wonder if this version should be interpreted as a separate work.
The interplay between Adam-Jon and Annalise as they parry for position and power works best once the play is established.
The residual noise of the waiters partying offstage given the echoing nature of the venue makes dialogue difficult to hear at times – the encroachment of realism.
The dedication of the performers is evident, but how true one remains to the original and what is achieved in a reimagining will make for some interesting discussions.
■ The undoubted star of the new film KangarooIslandis the spectacular coastal scenery of the South Australian island itself. It’s a perfect setting for a family drama, which opens in Hollywood where estranged daughter Lou’s (Rebecca Breeds) promising acting career has not achieved the heights predicted for her.
She returns to her childhood home on Kangaroo Island, to try to reconnect with her sister Freya (Adelaide Clemens) and her initially taciturn father (Erik Thomson).
When we meet Lou initially, she is a vacuous spoilt brat who feels the world owes her a living. Over the course of the film, Breeds reveals reasons for her difficult character, and it is heartwarming to see Lou grow into a multi-layered and compassionate person in response to potentially tragic happenings around her.
As the newly converted evangelical Christian sister Freya attempts to share her faith with Lou, predictably, sparks fly. Completing the quartet of lead actors is Freya’s husband Ben (Joel Jackson), who begins the film as the most likable character, but all is not as it seems.
There are several secrets the family must deal with along the way, and watching how the characters develop as they cope gives the film some depth.
Thomson is terrific as the father in a finely nuanced performance. Breeds’s performance is also a skilled one, as she manages the transformation from shallow to complex and compassionate in her later dealings with her father.
Clemens and Jackson handle their roles effectively. There is a typically Australian sense of humour running through the film about Lou’s presumably lost luggage, that will have you chuckling.
KangarooIslandis a debit feature film of Timothy David and his actor-wife Sally Gifford. While the couple have been based in New York for 20 years, in 2016 they bought a holiday house on Kangaroo Island, so the film is a labour of love, and it has the hallmarks of a first film.
It is a pleasant enough night at the cinema, but it didn’t set my heart on fire, and I found the constant music from Ariel Marx intrusive – it’s effective but there is too much of it, and more silence would have enhanced the film.
Nevertheless, KangarooIsland is worth seeing for Erik Thomson and Rebecca Breeds and the truly fabulous cinematography by Ian McCarroll.
Julie Houghton
Crisis Actor
■ In CrisisActor, audiences do more than just watch – they use their phones to help shape the outcome of a dark and playful performance that blends silliness with solemnity.
Premiering at Arts House in partnership with Now or Never, CrisisActoris part surrealist comedy, part live-action video game. It warps an overstimulated, media-saturated reality into an interactive experience that feels both absurd and eerily familiar. Set inside the speculative Crisis Haus, a hyper-mediated reality TV studio on the brink of collapse, two actors compete for the audience’s empathy. Using motion-capture technology, their performances unfold simultaneously in-person and as live 3D avatars. In a novel take on second-screen theatre, the audience remains on their phones throughout the experience, engaging with a mobile website in real-time. Through live chat, prompts and voting, they actively influence the direction of the show. There are two possible endings, but there is only one winner.
Season August 27-31
● ● From left: Kevin Hofbauer, Carissa Lee and Christina O’Neill in What's Yours. Photo: Ben Fon.
● ● ● ● Adam-Jon Fiorentino in Miss Julie . Photo: Matto Lucas
Local Theatre Observations
Shows
■ The Basin Theatre Company: Educating Rita (by Willy Russell) Until August 17 at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Sharon Maine. Bookings: thebasintheatre.au
■ The 1812 Theatre: Home, I’m Darling (by Laura Wade) Until August 30 at 3 Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Director: Amy Calvert. Bookings: 1812theatre.com.au
■ Beaumaris Theatre: The Witches (based on the book by Roald Dahl. Adapted by David Wood) Until August 23 at Beaumaris Theatre, 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris. Director: Leah Osburn. Bookings: beaumaristheatre. com.au
■ Brighton Theatre Company: Fallen Angels (Noel Coward) August 15 – 30 at Brighton Theatre. Director: Joe Dias. Bookings: brightontheatre.com.au
■ The Mount Players: A Skull in Connemara (by Martin McDonagh) August 15 – 31 at the Mountview Theatre, Murphy St., Macedon. Director: Travis Handcock. Bookings: 0419 329 052
■ Peridot Theatre: Frankenstein (by Nick Dear) August 15 – 24 at the Clayton Community Centre Theatrette, Cooke St., Clayton. Director: George Benca. Bookings: tickets@peridot.com.au
■ Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group (STAG): Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood (Adam Szymkowicz) August 21 – 30 at the Strathmore Community Hall, Loeman St., Strathmore. Director: Brian Edmond. Bookings: stagtheatre.org
■ Warrandyte Theatre Company: Grey Nomad (written and directed by Dan Lee) August 22 – September 6 at the Warrandyte Mechanics’ Institute, 180 Yarra St., Warrandyte. Bookings: Trybooking.
■ Malvern Theatre: The Humans (by Stephen Karam) August 22 – September 6 at 29a Burke Rd., Malvern. Director: Nicky Neville-Jones. Bookings: malverntheatre company.com.au
■ Williamstown Little Theatre: The Hollow Crown (by John Barton) September 3 – 20 at 3-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Peter Newling. Bookings: wlt.org.au/booktickets
■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Broadway Bound (by Neil Simon) September 4 – 13 at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Rd., Parkdale. Director: Michelle Swann) Bookings: mordialloctheatre.com.au
■ Heidelberg Theatre Company: Other Desert Cities (Jon Robin Baitz) September 5 – 20 at Heidelberg Theatre, 36 Turnham Ave., Rosanna. Director: Gaetano Santo. Bookings: email boxoffice@htc. org.au
■ Eltham Little Theatre: The Addams Family, a new musical (Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice). September 5 – 20 at Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Rd., Research. Director: Isabella Preston. Bookings: elthamlittletheatre.org.au
■ Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: Heartbreak Choir (Aidan Fennessey) September 5 – 20 at the Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St., Geelong West. Director: Sue Rawkins. Bookings: Geelong Arts Centre 1300 251 200 geelongartscentre.org.au
■ NOVA Music Theatre: Chess, September 12 – 21 at The Round. Nunawading. Bookings: novamusictheatre.com.au
■ Theatre of the Damned: La Cage Aux Follies September 12 – 20 at the Belmont Performing Arts Centre. Director: Elise Dahl; Musical Director: Nathan Firmin; Choreographer: Venessa Paech. Bookings: theatreofthedamnedgeelong.com
■ Essendon Theatre Company: Cosi (by Louis Nowra) September 11 – 20 at the Bradshaw St. Community Hall, Bradshaw St., West Essendon. Director: Rosalin Shafik-Eid. Bookings: 04064 48368 or trybooking
■ Burwood University Student Theatre Company: Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) September 11 – 13 at the Clayton Community Theatre, Cooke St., Clayton. Director: Ares Stevenson. Bookings: TBC.
■ Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company: The Importance of Being Earnest (by Oscar Wilde) September 11 – 17 at the Lilydale Mechanics’ Institute, Castella St., Lilydale. Director: Katie-Jane Amery. Bookings: lilydaleatc.com
■ Frankston Theatre Group: Emma (by Jane Austen, adapted by Michael Bloom) September 25 – October 5 at Frankston High School Performing Arts Theatre 97 Foot Street, Frankston. Director: Candice Mitrousis. Bookings: frankstontheatregroup. com.au
WHAT’S YOURS?
■ Fertility and friendship are twin forces in Keziah Warner’s new play, What’s Yours Friends since university, Lia (CarissaLee) and Jo (Christina O’Neill) are polarised in their stance on having children. Jo wants independence. Lia yearns for a child. The fact that they have betrayed each other over the attention of Simon (Kevin Hofbauer) who was Jo’s boyfriend and then Lia’s partner, complicates the dynamic when Lia seeks the eggs Jo has previously harvested and stored.
The awkwardness, guilt, doubt, anger and uncertainty are brilliantly captured by Kevin, Carissa and Christina
These are believable characters grappling with contemporary relationships while, at the same time, coping with their own wishes when it comes to having children.
There is a tenuousness in staying together, when meeting the expectations of one’s partner, when addressing prospective parenthood, and when maintaining friendships.
Warner’s script picks over the personal desires and social demands facing individuals in an age when science and technology have provided greater opportunities for reproduction further complicating choices.
It is, perhaps, the friendship at the core of the play that provides the frisson which Warner has tried to balance with both pathos and humour when things don’t go according to plan.
There are hints of regret and loss over decisions in the past that could well have changed current situations.
Director, Isabella Vadiveloo, has set the opening scene behind a scrim curtain with blaring music to insinuate a carefree university party when the characters first meet.
This was slightly disconcerting when trying to establish character and content. But the interplay between the characters has been developed well; reflection is mixed with combativeness.
Bianca Pardo’s set design would allow for those aforesaid curtains to be used more dynamically to create spatial variety.
Red Stitch has staged the premiere of a thought-provoking play the subject matter of which is not just topical but prescient given society’s imposition of roles and expectations.
Performance Season: Until August 24
Venue: Red Stitch Actors' Theatre, Rear 2 Chapel St, St Kilda East.
■ The Basin Theatre Group: Heatstroke (by Eric Chappell) August 17, 18 at 7pm at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Pip Le Blond. Audition bookings: 0400 350 792 or email pipleblond@hotmail.com
■ Williamstown Little Theatre: Jeeves and Wooster in ‘Perfect Nonsense’ (The Goodale Brothers and PG Wodehouse) August 17 at 11am and August 18 at 7.30pm at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Keith Hutton. Audition bookings: 0430 032 332 or e-mail: keithhutton55@gmail.com
■ Brighton Theatre Company: The Good Life (by Jeremy Sams based on TV series by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey) August 17 and August 18 at 7.00pm at the Bayside Arts and Cultural Centre, Cnr Wilson and Carpenter Sts., Brighton. Director: Joanne Gabriel. Audition Enquiries: Jo Gabriel at pukfam@bigpond.net.au
■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Birthday Candles (by Noah Haidle) August 18 and 19 at 7pm at Unit 8, 417-419 Warrigal Rd., Cheltenham. Director: Helen Ellis. Audition enquiries/bookings: mordialloc theatre.com
■ Essendon Theatre Company: Significant Other (by Joshua Harmon) August 20 at 7pm; August 23 at 10am at Bradshaw St. Community Hall, 9 Bradshaw St., Essendon. Director: George Benca. Audition bookings: georgebenca@gmail.com and 0419591517
■ The Basin Theatre Group: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (by C S Lewis, adapted by Glyn Robbins) August 20 at 7pm, August 23 at 10am at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Jason Triggs. Audition enquiries: 0497 159 474 or email jason.triggs.m@gmail.com Please book auditions through trybooking by visiting trybooking.com/CZWWP Cheryl Threadgold
Miss Julie
■ Reimagining a classic play like MissJulie for the contemporary stage carries with it inordinate challenges, not the least of which are the assumptions and tropes associated with a piece credited as being a touchstone of the emerging style of naturalism back in 1888.
Writer and director Harry Haynes has us in a modern Greek restaurant kitchen where the ultimate power resides with the owner – the landed gentry.
The cook in this instance seems to be the head chef, Kristina (Izabella Yena) affording her hierarchy over John (Adam-Jon Fiorentino) to whom she is supposedly engaged.
It is then the restaurant owner’s daughter, Julie (Annalise Gelagotis), who provides the friction because of her entitled position.
There is an insinuation of Greek values and behaviour along with an ensemble of 14 waiters, who move the set (Angelina Daniels ) of kitchen benches and who symbolise the sexual union of John and Julie through dance, a seemingly modernist affectation.
A true correlation with the original is also compromised today given both suffrage and feminism which affords Julie more agency negating the shock Strinberg’s audience would have felt.
Julie’s power is no longer at the behest of her position alone. Thus, there are some incongruities brought about by the passage of time.
John’s suicide at the end of this play is also not true to the original making one wonder if this version should be interpreted as a separate work.
The interplay between Adam-Jon and Annalise as they parry for position and power works best once the play is established.
The residual noise of the waiters partying offstage given the echoing nature of the venue makes dialogue difficult to hear at times – the encroachment of realism.
The dedication of the performers is evident, but how true one remains to the original and what is achieved in a reimagining will make for some interesting discussions.
■ The undoubted star of the new film KangarooIslandis the spectacular coastal scenery of the South Australian island itself. It’s a perfect setting for a family drama, which opens in Hollywood where estranged daughter Lou’s (Rebecca Breeds) promising acting career has not achieved the heights predicted for her.
She returns to her childhood home on Kangaroo Island, to try to reconnect with her sister Freya (Adelaide Clemens) and her initially taciturn father (Erik Thomson).
When we meet Lou initially, she is a vacuous spoilt brat who feels the world owes her a living. Over the course of the film, Breeds reveals reasons for her difficult character, and it is heartwarming to see Lou grow into a multi-layered and compassionate person in response to potentially tragic happenings around her.
As the newly converted evangelical Christian sister Freya attempts to share her faith with Lou, predictably, sparks fly. Completing the quartet of lead actors is Freya’s husband Ben (Joel Jackson), who begins the film as the most likable character, but all is not as it seems.
There are several secrets the family must deal with along the way, and watching how the characters develop as they cope gives the film some depth.
Thomson is terrific as the father in a finely nuanced performance. Breeds’s performance is also a skilled one, as she manages the transformation from shallow to complex and compassionate in her later dealings with her father.
Clemens and Jackson handle their roles effectively. There is a typically Australian sense of humour running through the film about Lou’s presumably lost luggage, that will have you chuckling.
KangarooIslandis a debit feature film of Timothy David and his actor-wife Sally Gifford. While the couple have been based in New York for 20 years, in 2016 they bought a holiday house on Kangaroo Island, so the film is a labour of love, and it has the hallmarks of a first film.
It is a pleasant enough night at the cinema, but it didn’t set my heart on fire, and I found the constant music from Ariel Marx intrusive – it’s effective but there is too much of it, and more silence would have enhanced the film.
Nevertheless, KangarooIsland is worth seeing for Erik Thomson and Rebecca Breeds and the truly fabulous cinematography by Ian McCarroll.
Julie Houghton
Crisis Actor
■ In CrisisActor, audiences do more than just watch – they use their phones to help shape the outcome of a dark and playful performance that blends silliness with solemnity.
Premiering at Arts House in partnership with Now or Never, CrisisActoris part surrealist comedy, part live-action video game. It warps an overstimulated, media-saturated reality into an interactive experience that feels both absurd and eerily familiar. Set inside the speculative Crisis Haus, a hyper-mediated reality TV studio on the brink of collapse, two actors compete for the audience’s empathy. Using motion-capture technology, their performances unfold simultaneously in-person and as live 3D avatars. In a novel take on second-screen theatre, the audience remains on their phones throughout the experience, engaging with a mobile website in real-time. Through live chat, prompts and voting, they actively influence the direction of the show. There are two possible endings, but there is only one winner.
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From left: Kevin Hofbauer, Carissa Lee and Christina O’Neill in What's Yours. Photo: Ben Fon.
Adam-Jon Fiorentino in Miss Julie . Photo: Matto Lucas
■ High on my list of favourite television shows is DocMartinstarring Martin Clunes.
I spent a week in Port Isaac in Cornwall during a holiday with my wife and youngest daughter and that is where the show was filmed.
Unfotunately they were not in production at the time but I was fascinated with this wonderful little fishing village and every time I watch DocMartinI can recognise the location spots.
The character of Doc Martin is just wonderful - a rude, gruff and cantankerous GP who gets very ill at the sight of blood.
Over the years Doc Martin has fallen in love with the local school teacher, married and had a baby son. But all was not going well at the end of series six.
Apparently more than 800 local people turned up for audiences in Port Isaac for extra roles in the new series.
As the doors of the church hall opened for the auditions there was a queue of 150 babies in prams and pushchairs hoping to be selected for the role of 11-month-old James Henry, the son of Doc Martin and Louisa.
The show has found a huge audience in the US and many countries throughout the world.
Alexander Martin Clunes was born in Wimbeldon, South London, England, in 1961. His parents were music hall entertainers and were both in show business.
His father Eric Clunes became a Shakespearean actor and his mother worked for Orson Welles as secretary.
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Whatever Happened To ... Martin Clunes
By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM
Martin has an older sister Amanda. Their cousin Jeremy brett played Freddie EynsfordHill in MyFairLadywith Audrey Hepburn in a 1964 film and then starred as Sherlock Holmes in the popular television series.
Safly Eric Clunes died of lung cancer when Martin was only eight, and Martin was sent to boarding school where he became interested in school plays and acting.
He developed a love of animals when he was put in charge of the school menageries with the responsibility of caring for the animals.
his first stagwe role in repetaory led to a guest role in the television series Dr Who in 1983 wher he played an alien prince opposite Peter Davidson.
Later that year he was cast as nigel Crabtree in NoPlaceLikeHomes. Martin won a BAFTA award in 1996 for the role of Gary in the comedy television series MenBheavingBadly.His films have included Shakespeare In Love, Staggered, Amazing Grace and TheRussiaHouse.
Another documenary ManAndBeast with Martin Clunes was seen in Australia.
A series, ArthurandGeorge, saw him play Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Martin married Lucy Aston in 19i90 and following his divorce, he married Philippa Braithwaite, who is producer of Doc Martin and they have a daughter.
Martin Clunes was awarded the OBE (Office of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2015 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for his services to drama, charity and the community in Dorset.
I must point out that Martin Clunes is nothing like the character of Doc Martin in real life.
Miriam Margoyles was a guest star in Doc Martin,and Miriam told me that martin Clunes was an absolute joy to work with.
Kevin Trask
Kevin can be heard on 3AWThe Time Tunnel - Remember WhenSundays at 10.10pm with Simon Owens and Andrew McLaren. And on 96.5 FM
That's Entertainment - Sundays at 12 Noon.
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AT MORNINGTON PENINSULA REGIONAL GALLERY
Do You Read Me
Text-based works from the MPRG Collection curated by Stephanie Sacco
Inspired by American artist Bruce Naunan’s use of text in his practice, and especially in response to the work the true artist helps the world by revealing mystic truths .
This exhibition brings together works from the MPRG Collection that use text to convey their meaning.
Language has been used as an expressive art form for thousands of years, from spoken word and oral traditions, to illuminated manuscripts, oriented literature and stories.
By the 1960s, text had become central focus for many artists, and today contemporary artists come to use language as a powerful form of artistic expression
Text in a work of art provides an unique way to materialise, translate and communicate ideas. Featuring words and text both as a material and as subject matter, these works invite viewers to read them to gain a deeper understanding of the artist’s intent.
Personal, 0poetic, playful and political, these visual statements offer varied insights into human culture, history, memory, and experience.
Exhibition closes August 24. MPRG, CMC Reserve, Dunns Rd, Mornington
Mildura
Beautiful Minds: Diversity in Colour.
A collaboration featuring a diverse group of talented artists, each sharing their perspective on the World and Their World.
Through a variety of colours and a broad range of mediums, each artist creates art that reflects their character and personality.
Exhibition closes September 21.
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NGARAT
(together, us group, all un it together,) is a fresh and vibrant exhibition that brings together six Barkaandji/ Barkindji artists, exploring and illuminating the artists’ homelands and ancestral connection through newly commissioned works.
Featuring more than 50 works by art contemporary First Nations artists and creators, ngaratya Isis a contemporary capsule of stories, memories and conversations as shown through sculpture, prints, moving
The Arts
image, photography, writing and design.
Exhibition closes Sunday August 31.
Mildura Art Gallery 199 Coreton Rd, Mildura
Photo Prize
Bowness Photography Prize. On behalf of the MAPh Foundation, the Museum od Australian Photography is announcing the selected finalists for the 2025 William and Winifred Bowness Photography Prize
Judging panel Anna Zahalka, Snaune Lakin , and Anouska Phizacklea (MAPh Director) considered over 750 entries, selecting 50 works to comprise the final field.
The prize invites entries from artists working with photography. Entries for the Bowness Photography Prize are considered from still photobased media including analogue and digital photography, produced within the last year.
This year MAPh celebrates the 30th anniversary of the prize, seeing some significant changes that enable such a rich prize offering.
MAPh is pleased to announce an increase to $50,000 for the winner and $2500 cash awarded to two Honourable Mentions.
Shortlisted artists will also be paid loan fees for exhibition of their works.
These changes have been enabled by a substantial philanthropic gift from the Bowness Family Foundation, which reinforces the promi-
nence of the prize and cements the importance of photography into the future.
All finalists are eligible to be selected for the Qai Tang Commissioning Award, an initiative of the MAPh Foundation as part of the Bowness Photography Prize exhibition.ne finalist will also be voted as winner of the $5000 Community Bank Pinewood People’s Choice Award. Voting commences at the opening of the exhibition and can take place online or in person.
Exhibition opens September 13 and closes November 9.
MAPh
860 Ferntree Gully Rd. Wheelers Hill - Peter Kemp
Quiet Girl at Film Society this Friday
■ Murrindindi Film Society will screen the 2022 Irish production TheQuietGirl at the Yea Butter Factory. Doors open at 6.45pm for a 7pm on n Friday (Aug. 15) at the Yea Butter Factory.
A coming of age drama set in 1981, it follows the story of a nineyear-old girl who experiences a loving home for the first time when she spends a summer on a farm with relatives.
She has become withdrawn from her rowdy and dysfunctional family but she slowly opens up to her her foster parents and they slowly develop a bond.
It has been praised as a quiet, delicate film, full of details about childhood, grief, parenthood and rebuilding a family and described as “offering a deceptively simple reminder that the smallest stories can leave a large emotional impact.”
“The narrative is combined with a stunning cinematography and the sound and images create a unique atmosphere."
“We do hope that as many members as possible can attend to view this quiet but powerful film.”
First time guests and prospective members will be made welcome free of charge.
All queries to Jill Dwyer on 5797 2480 or jill.dwyer@bigpond.com
Newton dynasty continues
■ Bert Newton would be delighted that his grandchildren have embarked on a part time, money earner in front of the camera. Monty, aged 9, and Alby, 4, spent recent term holidays shooting a TV commercial for Chemist Warehouse. By all comments they are 'naturals - born to follow in Bert's footsteps'.
Rock at the Croc
■ After a 10-year hiatus the band room at the iconic Croxton Park Hotel is due to bounce back, commencing with a two-day party on November 1 and 2. Check gig guides for the continuous line up of local rock bands.
Gentleman Col Joye
■ Col Joye was known as the pioneering singer, song writer, chart topping Aussie rocker of the 60s onwards. Col helped so many, until his death early August, aged 89. Who could forget his hits Bye,ByeBaby, StaggerLee, Rockin'Rollin'Clemintineplus the dozens of other chart toppers with backing by the Joye Boys
KISS FM could close
■ Local dance music radio station is threatened with closure if the Brunswick based station cannot stump up extra brass to purchase new equipment to increase their broadcast reach. Kiss has started a fundraiser where every dollar is critical. Help keep dance music alive.
Martin Clunes
with Peter Kemp
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Across Across Down Down
1. Overbalancing
6. Flusters
11. Genetic inheritance
15. Lunar ray
20. Company head (1,1,1)
21. Sloped backwards
22. Vat
23. Relays (6,2)
24. Stipulations
25. Maturity
27. Having no pips
28. Half
29. Quay
31. Hunter's quarry
32. Laud
36. Humiliating remark (3-4)
37. Chilled cuppa (4,3)
38. Honey drink
41. Defensive castle ditches
44. Scientist, ... Newton
45. Latin American dance
48. Rugby handling error (5-2)
49. Royal offspring
52. Trick into crime
56. Competition
57. Fall
58. Adopt (policy)
61. Pranks
62. Greek shipping magnate
63. Kinder
64. Spotted pattern, ... dots
65. Sorcerers
66. Passage (of goods)
67. Brazilian music style (5,4)
71. Undeveloped insect
73. Uncensored (movie)
75. Gladdened
80. Large rodents
82. Rome or Naples native
83. Nosegay
85. Authenticity
86. Comedy team, Monty ...
88. Puzzle
90. Peter Pan writer (1,1,6)
91. Honoured with party
93. Kidnappers' demands
94. Pledges
95. Draw attention away
96. Terrorist's captive
97. Leave room
99. Tiny amount
100. Arms cache
104. Actress, Vivien ...
105. Mutilates
106. Wine, ... Riesling
107. Surgical insert
111. Singer, ... Minogue
113. Glacial period, ... Age
114. Yes in French
115. Frightening
117. Tennis star, Andre ...
118. Revolving tray, lazy ...
121. Peace prize
122. Visual perception
125. Bred
126. Fabled whale, ... Dick
127. Liquefy
129. Wine barrels
131. Exclude
132. Verb modifier
135. As far as (2,2)
136. Ripped apart, torn ...
139. Boulder
140. Speared
144. Magician's ... Pocus
145. Rest on knees
146. Ultra manly
147. Hard copy (5-3)
148. Contagious outbreak
149. Crisscross weave
150. Diaper
152. Chat-show hostess, ... Winfrey
154. Speaker
157. Mongolian desert
158. Announce (4,3)
162. Eye membrane
163. Legless grub
166. Timber fastener
167. Twig shelter
169. Immediately following 171. Oriental continent
172. Violet/blue
173. Male deer
175. Bumpkins
176. Skid Row drink
179. Lusaka is there
180. Cutting beam
182. Relaxation art, t'ai ...
183. Adult education group (1,1,1)
184. Portion
186. Doctor's ... manner
189. Ganges country
190. Last Greek letter
191. Milan opera house, La ...
192. Swirling
196. Stagger
197. Hitler follower
198. Casablanca is there
199. Popular hymn (3,5)
201. Boatman
202. Seepage
203. Harsh-tasting
204. Pre-dinner sherry
205. Touched with lips
208. Defeated
210. Unaffected
211. Sheet of glass
212. Go back in (2-5)
213. Consequently
215. Vending machine
219. Dame Nellie ...
221. Belittle
223. Criminal fire-starters
227. Pastry snacks, Cornish ...
228. Harms
230. Two times
231. Cardiac organ
232. Indian leader, ... Gandhi
233. Lady's title
234. Redesign (hair)
238. Manoeuvring space
239. Enchant
240. Most timid
243. By mouth
246. Raises (5,2)
247. Requirements
250. Mountainous
251. Ancient
253. Length measures
256. Day-to-day
257. Granted
258. Merriest
262. Single sound system
263. Drive off
266. Dowdy
268. Slandered
269. Sleeker
270. Slender toughness
271. Long race
272. Gist (of story)
273. Argentina's Buenos ...
274. Beatles, The ... Four
275. Summer frock
276. Bemuse
277. Accented
278. Curly-tailed marine creature (3,5)
1. Extra serving (3-2)
2. Noodle food
3. Welsh vegetables
4. Non-coms (1,1,2)
5. Swiss city
7. Cockerel
8. Mythical horned horse
9. Junior Girl Guides
10. Waist ribbon
11. German Mr
12. Imposing buildings
13. Factor
14. Lethargy
15. Artefacts gallery
16. Comply with
17. Gentle prod
18. Expel
19. Skinflint
24. Time signals
26. Luncheon meat
30. Davy Crockett's fort
33. Collided with (3,4)
34. Cuts into
35. Passion
38. Louder
39. Absurd pretence
40. Condense
42. Burden of responsibility
43. Cylindrical
46. Social chaos
47. Concoct
49. Punishment
50. Become liable for
51. Sure
53. Sea god
54. Souvenir
55. Spectre
59. Mollifies
60. Ill-matched
67. German alpine state
68. Broken-limb supports
69. Et cetera (3,2,2)
70. Insensitively
72. Minor planets
74. Modernising (software)
76. Easy seat
77. Joins forces (5,2)
78. Buddhist heaven
79. Lowest (voice)
81. Last Supper guests
84. Briniest
87. Upstage
89. Nudist
91. Turns into alcohol
92. Break (partnership)
98. Portugal's capital
101. Inflexible
102. Eventuate
103. Hands on hips
108. Flowering shrub, crape ...
109. Commit to memory
110. Sister's daughter
112. Childbirth contractions (6,5)
116. Marzipan (6,5)
119. Most important
120. Adding up (to)
123. Hebrew
124. Vietnam's ... City (2,3,4)
128. Toils
130. Singer or dancer
132. Let in
133. Outspoken
134. SE France river
137. Extremely
138. US naval port, San ...
141. Star, ... Centauri
142. Cymbals sound
143. Failed to (4'1)
151. Golfer, ... Palmer
153. Astonished
155. Cowgirl, ... Oakley
156. Fuses (of bones)
159. Somalia's neighbour
160. Receipt
161. Not moved (by argument)
164. Crippled
165. Pungent bulb
168. Intensify (of war)
170. December conifer (4,4)
173. Ceylon (3,5)
174. Letter recipient
177. Fellow players
178. Bridging
181. Vigorous exercise classes
185. Career barriers, glass ...
186. Blitz
187. Makes gloomy
188. Tilt
193. Expressionless
194. Sloping typeface
195. Slums
200. Gains entry to 201. Dirtily
206. Prisoners
207. Fabric retailers
208. More cocky
209. Stiffly
211. Financed in advance
214. Ground oats
216. Massive
217. Illegal hunter
218. Britain's 1066 invaders
220. Non-clergy
222. In vain, to no ...
224. Giving green light to 225. Unsuitably
226. Abnormal tissue growths
229. Bargain sell-off
232. Man
235. Heavenly
236. Bell-shaped flower
237. Government supporter
241. Rugby fending move (4-3)
242. Slipped by
244. Greed
245. Boarders
248. Second book in Bible
249. Air pollution
251. Betting chances
252. Stage-plays
253. Childhood swelling disease
254. Hawk's claw
255. Famous Swiss mountain
259. Flooded (of decks)
260. Anaesthetic
261. 1000 kg unit
262. The M of YMCA (3'1)
264. Canadian lake
265. Female sheep
267. Baseballer, ... Ruth
By Rob Foenander
Jimmy on tour
■ Aussie rocker Jimmy Barnes has announced an Australian tour.
The WorkingClass40th anniversary series of concerts will see Jimmy visiting Geelong and the Duneed Estate on November 20 to kick things off.
Also on the bill will be none other than Cold Chisel guitarist Ian Moss, plus Icehouse and Kate Ceberano
Rabbit proof fence
■ Australian acoustic roots singersongwriter Michael Ward has released his new single RabbitProofFence
The song transports you around Australia on a road trip to all the amazing beaches, bays, rivers, mountains and forests and invites you to share the experience with the people special in your life.
“Maybe your partner, your friends or just as a solo traveller seeking sunshine and natural beauty that this amazing land offers,” says Ward’s media release.
Gasometer saved
■ The iconic Collingwood Gasometer pub will continue as a live music venue after it is revamped by new owner chef Scott Pickett.
The Age reports Pickett is a big live music fan and he planned to bring music back to the pub once he had finished refurbishing it with his son Harry Pickett.
The menu will feature pub staples such as parmas, pies and burgers.
It will be leaning into a “cool dirty dive bar, but clean,” Pickett said.
- Rob Foenander
Melbourne Observer Melbourne Observer
No lake, or royalty, at Kinglake
■ The first thing you might notice about Kinglake is the lack of a lake. It is in a watershed toward downstream storages with Masons Falls at 600 meters above sea level as the powerhouse. The town was named after British historian Alexander William Kinglake. No Royal visit has included Kinglake. Perhaps King Charles, on his way to Timbertop School, may have passed by.
At the August meeting of the Combined Probus Club of Whittlesea, Deidre Hawkins of the Kinglake Historical Society had volunteered to give members an overview of Kinglake and its history.
But on the morning of the meeting, Deidre was taken ill. A local saviour in the form of Jeanette Caffyn, a friend of Deidre, made the round trip from Whittlesea to collect the prepared presentation.
On arrival, Jeanette hopped right into the task at hand and gave a professional resume of the prepared document and slide show.
Gold was discovered in 1861 on Mount Slide to the east of the locality at an area which became known as Mountain Rush. A Mountain Rush Post Office opened on May 7, 1862, but closed in January 1863 as the miners moved to other locations.
Kinglake township was established in 1879 and the Post Office opened on May 14, 1883. There were actually several other post offices in the district.
The Kinglake district now
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stretches for about 16 kilometres along the ridge from west to east which necessitates three schools, churches and post offices having being established since the early settlers took up residence.
The audience heard about the history of these establishments and the often pitiful conditions the early settlers endured.
One councillor rode his horse to Eltham Council meetings at Kangaroo Ground. Later Yea Council assumed responsibility for some of the area.
Many photographs of early settlers home and properties were shown reinforcing the “pioneering spirit” of the gold miners, raspberry growers, timber cutters and later potato farmers.
Timber was hauled on privately
built timber railroad down the mountain to Whittlesea railhead. These timber railroads were common and necessary to allow transport of heavy loads throughout the state as populations increased and building increased. The motive power was a horse [or bullock] team It was not until 1929 that the location had a sealed main road, which coincided with the establishment of Kinglake National Park which was started at 14,000 acres but today is 57,000 (23,210-hectare).
Masons Falls is a favourite picnic area with falls and natural flora. Layered sediment forms the valley, containing fossils from when the area was once covered by the sea.
Natural fauna includes
wallaby, ka ngaroo, wombat, possum and echidna.
It also includes varieties of birds including cockatoos (sulphurcrested, black and redheaded), king parrots, the rosella and the lyrebird.
Historical societies often have “skeletons in the cupboard” and Kinglake has one real and one imagined.
In 1931 the mail plane Southern Cloudfailed to arrive at Essendon
A search along the route including the Kinglake ranges, failed to locate the wreck . But its wreck was finally found in the Southern Alps some 27 years later by a worker on the Snowy Mountains Hydro scheme.
A developing new industry is rewriting history. Fires have been a major part of Kinglake history but the recent history is still a sensitive subject and will not be elaborated upon except to mention. Kinglake’s history about fires is true and unembellished.
Nine pages of close typed script were provided. The Kinglake Historical Society welcomes inquiries and visitors to the Heritage Centre – contact kinglakehistorical society@gmail.com
The members applauded Jeanette Caffyn for her excellent substitution at short notice.
The tenets of Probus are fun and friendship in retirement. Make new friends, listen to interesting guest speakers, learn a new skill, and explore new interests and hobbies. Contact whittleseaprobus@hotmail.com Michael Halley
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WEEKEND’S LOCAL FOOTBALL FINAL SCORES
Amateurs
■ Victorian Amateur Football Association. Premier Men’s. Old Brighton 12.15 (87) d Old Xaverians 7.12 (54). University Blues 9.16 (70) d Old Scotch 8.14 (62). Collegians 13.14 (92) d St Bernard’s 8.7 (55). Old Haileybury 12.8 (80) d De La Salle 6.7 (43). St Kevin’s 14.10 (94) d University Blacks 12.9 (81).
Premier Men’s Reserves. Old Xaverians 10.11 (71) d Old Brighton 7.9 (51). University Blues 20.9 (129) d Old Scotch 3.8 (26). St Bernard’s 11.15 (81) d Collegians 9.10 (64). Old Haileybury 14.6 (90) d De La Salle 9.8 (62). St Kevin’s 17.22 (124) d University Blacks 5.1 (31).
Premier B Men’s. Old Camberwell 17.12 (114) d Old Melburnians 5.17 (43). Old Trinity 12.11 (83) d Old Geelong 9.10 (64). Caulfield Grammarians 14.15 (99) d Williamstown CYMS 14.7 (91). Old Carey 18.15 (123) d Hampton Rovers 7.13 (55). Old Ivanhoe 20.14 (134) d Fitzroy 7.213 (55).
Premier B Men’s Reserves. Old Camberwell 14.13 (97) d Old Melburnians 5.11 (41). Old Geelong 18.10 (118) d Old Trinity 4.1 (25). Williamstown CYMS 11.12 (78) d Caulfield Grammarians 11.10 (76). OId Carey 14.7 (91) d Hampton Rovers 7.10 (52). Old Ivanhoe 14.10 (94) d Fitzroy 4.1 (25).
Premier C Men’s. Parkdale Vultures 15.9 (69) d Prahran 10.7 (67). PEGS 14.7 (91) d Parkside 2.10 (22). AJAX 15.15 (105) d Glen Eira/McKinnon 10.9 (69). Beaumaris 21.18 (144) d Marcellin 7.5 (47). St Bedes/Mentone 26.11 (167) d Mazenod 8.8 (56).
Premier C Men’s Reserves. Parkdale Vultures 13.8 (86) d Prahran 5.7 (37). PEGS 15.6 (96) d Parkside 8.12 (60). AJAX 13.15 (93) d Glen Eira/McKinnon 7.6 (48). Beaumaris 17.14 (116) d Marcellin 3.4 (22). St Bedes/ Mentone 18.14 (122) d Mazenod 3.2 (20).
Division 1 Men’s. Oakleigh 15.11 (101) d Therry Penola 10.12 (72). Old Peninsula 32.24 (216) d Elsternwick 6.6 (42). Kew 17.14 (116) s Brunswick 14.10 (94). Ormond 17.15 (117) d Preston Bullants 11.8 (74). UHS VU 18.10 (118) d Monash Blues 6.8 (44). Division 1 Men’s Reserves. Oakleigh 20.17 (137) d Therry Penola 2.2 (14). Old Peninsula 31.20 (206) d Elsternwick 3.4 (22). Kew 10.16 (76) d Brunswick 8.6 (54). Ormond 18.9 (117) d Preston Bullants 11.5 (71). Monash Blues 15.10 (100) d UHS-VU 9.7 (61).
Division 2 Men’s. West Brunswick 10.20 (80) d Aquinas 8.7 (55). Whitefriars 17.26 (128) d Hawthorn 11.12 (78). South Melbourne 22.12 (144) d MHSOB 7.8 (50). St Mary’s Salesian 20.22 (142) d St John’s 8.4 (52). Old Yarra 21.21 (147) d Canterbury 11.16 (82).
Division 2 Men’s Reserves. West Brunswick 19.10 (124) d Aquinas 3.4 (22). Whitefrairs 17.9 (111) d Hawthorn 4.8 (32). South Melbourne 11.5 (71) d MHSOB 7.6 (48). St Mary’s Salesian d St John’s, by forfeit. Old Yarra Cobras 15.16 (106) d Cabnterbury 8.12 (60).
Division 3 Men’s. Chadstone 12.9 (81) d Albert Park 9.13 (67). Richmond Central 23.33 (171) d Eley Park 1.1 (7). Power House 12.10 (82) d North Brunswick 10.10 (70). La Trobe University 12.11 (83) d Swinburne University 10.8 (68). Wattle Park 18.14 (122) d Box Hill North 9.9 (63).
Division 3 Men’s Reserves. Albert Park 21.26 (152) d Chadstone 7.2 (44). Richmond Central 33.14 (212) d Eley Park 7.4 (46). Power House 8.11 (59) d North Brunswick 6.5 (41). La Trobe University 15.7 (97) d Swinburne University 14.7 (91). Box Hill North 9.10 (64) d Wattle Park7.20 (62).
Eastern
■ Eastern Football League. Premier Division Seniors. South Croydon 9.11 (65) d Berwick 7.7 (49). Blackburn 25.16 (166) d Mitcham 15.2 (92). Doncaster East 9.14 (68) d Rowville 9.10 (64). Vermont 9.6 (60) d East Ringwood 7.10 (52). Noble Park 15.5 (95) d Balwyn 12.10 (82).
(150) d Norwood 9.10 (64). North Ringwood 12.12 (84) d Montrose 8.8 (56). South Belgrave 13.16 (94) d Mooroolbark 7.11 (53). Park Orchards: Bye. Division 2 Seniors. Heathmont 23.13 (151) d Lilydale 7.6 (48). Ringwood 9.10 (64) d Croydon 8.10 (58). Templestowe 11.12 (78) d East Burwood 4.11 (35). Wantirna Soiuth 12.14 (86) drew with Mulgrave 13.8 (86). Surrey Park 12.9 (81) d Waverley Blues 8.2 (55).
Division 3 Seniors. The Basin 15.12 (102) d oakleigh District 8.10 (58). Donvale 11.11 (77) d Knox 10.10 (70). Fairpark 11.17 (83) d Ferntree Gully 9.8 (62). Coldstream 7.8 (50) d Silvan 5.5 (345). Scoresby 11.10 (76) d Upper Ferntree Gully 11.7 (73).
Division 4 Seniors. Croydon North 20.16 (136) d Forest Hill 7.6 (48). Chirnside Park 13.11 (89) d Kilsyth 10.8 (68). Warrandyte 12.16 (88) d Whitehorse Pioneers 8.13 (61). Bulleen Templestowe: Bye.
Essendon
■ Premier Division. Aberfeldie 48.23 (311) d East Keilor 0.2 (2). Deer Park 19.12 (126) d Pascoe Vale 10.7 (67). Essendon Doutta Stars 19.10 (124) d Maribyrnong Park 12.12 (84). Keilor 21.24 (150) d Greenvale 10.8 (68). Airport West 15.10 (100) d Strathmore 14.10 (94).
Division 1. Avondale Heights 10.12 (72) d St Albans 9.11 (65). Craigieburn 16.11 (107) d Hillside 6.12 (48). West Coburg 11.22 (88) d Oak Park 11.11 (77). Roxburgh Park 15.12 (102) d Moonee Valley 8.16 (64). Taylors Lakes 15.16 (106) d Tullamarine 11.7 (73).
Division 2. Coburg Districts 19.13 (127) d Northern Saints 13.11 (89). Keilor Park 7.14 (56) d East Sunbury 7.5 (47). Sunbury Kangaroos 15.8 (98) d Glenroy 9.9 (63). Hadfield 14.10 (94) d Rupertswood 10.6 (66). Westmeadows 21.16 (142) d Burnside Heights 9.5 (59)
Mornington
■ Mornington Peninsula Nepean Football Netball League. Division 1 Seniors. Edithvale Aspendale 15.14 (104) d Pines 12.11 (83). Rosebud 16.10 (106) d Frankston YCW 4.12 (36). Langwarrin 9.9 (63) d Mt Eliza 8.5 (53). Mornington 17.19 (121) d Red Hill 8.6 (54). Dromana 14.8 (92) d Sorrento 10.10 (70).
Division 2 Seniors. Bonbeach 13.5 (83) d Karingal 5.9 (39). Devon Meadows 13.11 (89) d Chelsea 11.13 (79). Crib Point 17.8 (110) d Hastings 20.6 (66). Somerville 13.6 (84) d Pearcedale 12.5 (77). Rye 21.11 (137) d Tyabb 17.14 (116). Frankston Bombers 23.9 (147) d Seaford 9.3 (57).
Division 1 Reserves. Edithvale Aspendale 18.17 (113) d Pines 4.4 (28). Rosebud 10.5 (65) d Frankston YCW 2.9 (21). Langwarrin v Mt Eliza. Red Hill 11.14 (80) d Mornington 6.5 (41). Sorrento 15.8 (98) d Dromana 4.1 (25).
Division 2 Reserves. Bonbeach 24.25 (169) d Karingal 0.0 (0). Chelsea 8.12 (60) d Devon Meadows 8.4 (52). Crib Poiint 10.9 969) d Hastings 4.8 (32). Somerville 11.8 974) d Pearcedale 5.8 (38). Rye 14.10 (94) d Tyabb 3.4 (22). Frankston Bombers 11.8 (74) d Seaford 6.10 (46).
Northern
■ Northern Football Netball League. Division 1 Seniors. Montmorency 11.17 (83) d Greensborough 6.11 (47). North Heidelberg 20.11 (131) d South Morang 10.12 (72). Heidelberg 10.14 (74) d Eltham 9.6 (60). Hurstbridge 10.12 (72) d Bundoora 10.5 (65). Banyule 21.13 (139) d West Preston Lakeside 9.10 (64). Division 1 Reserves. Heidelberg 17.13 (115) d Eltham 4.6 (30). Greensborough 15.5 (95) d Montmorency 12.5 (77). South Morang 18.15 (123) d North Heidelberg 9.5 (59). Hurstbridge 12.20 (92) d Bundoora 9.6 (60). Banyule 9.10 (64) d West Preston Lakeside 6.10 (46). Division 1 Under 19.5. Diamond Creek 10.12 (72) d Montmorency 5.6 (36). Heidel-
erg 9.12 (66) d Eltham 7.5 (47). Banyule 17.9 (111) d Greensborough 8.6 (54). St Mary’s 10.11 (71) d Hurstbridge 9.9 (63).
Division 2 Seniors. Diamond Creek 20.15 (135) d Northcote Park 8.1 (49). St Mary’s 17.16 (118) d Macleod 10.17 (77).
Thomastown 15.7 (97) d Old Paradians 8.11 (59). Lower Plenty 16.123 (119) d Watsonia 11.11 (77). Whittlesea 19.12 (126) d Panton Hill 9.10 (64).
Division 2 Reserves. Diamond Creek 18.22 (130) d Northcote Park 4.3 (27). Macleod 14.9 (93) d St Mary’s 13.9 (87). Thomastown 16.21 (117) d Old Paradians 3.6 (24). Lower Plenty 10.16 (76) d Watsonia 8.11 (59). Whittlesea 20.15 (135) d Panton Hill 7.6 (48).
Division 2 Under 19.5. Heidelberg 9.12 (66) d Macelod 7.8 (50). Whittlesea 20.17 (137) d Lower Plenty 3.6 (24). North Heidelberg 18.21 (129) d Mernda 8.4 (52). South Morang 9.7 (61) d Laurimar 7.11 (53).
Division 3 Seniors. Kilmore 9.7 (61) d Kinglake 8.10 (58). Laurimar 16.14 (110) d Ivanhoe 14.13 (97). Mernda 10.13 (73) d Heidelberg West 8.8 (56). Fitzroy Stars 26.15 (171) d Reservoir 4.5 (29). Old Eltham Collegians 17.13 (115) d Lalor 7.3 (45).
Division 3 Reserves. Kilmore 19.12 (126) d Kinglake 1.9 (15). Mernda 12.11 (83) d Heidelberg West 5.3 (33). Ivanhoe 12.9 (81) d Laurimar 4.7 (31). Fitzroy Stars 25.14 (164) d Reservoir 5.3 (33). Old Eltham Collegians 18.12 (120) d Lalor 3.4 (22).
Division 3 Under 19.5. Kilmore 16.15 (111) d Eltham 4.2 (26). Watsonia 14.21 (105) d Bundoora 11.8 (74). Banyule 10.8 (68) d Old Paradians 5.8 (38). Panton Hill: Bye
Outer East
■ Outer East. Premier Division Seniors. Woori Yallock 20.16 (136) d Gembrook Cockatoo 5.9(39). Healesville 12.8 (80) d Olinda Ferny Creek 12.7 (79). Upwey Tecoma 10.12 (72) d Mt Evelyn 9.8 (62). Wandin 26.18 (174) d Officer 11.13 (79). Monbulk 9.11 (65) d Emerald 7.11 (53). Premier Division Reserves. Gembrook 10.13 (73) d Woori Yallock 4.3 (27). Olinda Ferny Creek 11.7 (73) d Healesville 6.7 (43). Upwey Tecoma 9.3 (57) d Mt Evelyn 7.8 (50). Wandin 10.20 (80) d Officer 7.6 (48). Monbulk 9.10 (64) d Emerald 8.7 (55). Division 1 Seniors. Belgrave 23.16 (154) d Yarra Junction 7.9 (51). Yarra Glen 15.13 (103) d Powelltown 8.12 (60). Pakenham 12.9 (81) d Warburton Millgrove 5.8 (38). Alexandra 9.2 (56) d Yea 7.12 (54). Seville: Bye. Division 1 Reserves. Belgrave 18.23 (131) d Yarra Junction 2.1 (13). Powelltown 9.3 (57) d Yarra Glen 6.11 (47). Pakenham 8.10 (58) d Warburton Millgrove 3.6 (24). Alexandra 12.7 (79) d Yea 5.5 (35). Seville: Bye.
Premier Division Under 18 Boys. Woori Yallock 7.9 (51) d Gembrook Cockatoo 7.5 (47). Healesville 11.9 (75) d Olinda Ferny Creek 4.5 (29). Mt Evelyn 8.16 (64) d Upwey Tecoma 3.4 (22). Wandin 10.14 (74) d Officer 7.11 (53). Monbulk: Bye. Division 1 Under 18 Boys. Pakenham 28.12 (180) d Warburton Millgrove 1.0 (6). Seville 24.14 (158) d Yarra Glen 3.3 (21). Alexandra 8.5 (53) d Yea 5.3 (33).
Women’s Division 1. Finals Round 1. Mt Evelyn 9.10 (64) d Upwey Tecoma 1.0 (6). Healesville 6.6 (42) d Olinda Ferny Creek 2.9 (21).
■ Division 1 Seniors. Cheltenham 14.16 (100) d East Brighton 8.6 (54). Bentleigh 21.12 (138) d Port Melbourne Colts 9.5 (59). Springvale Districts 9.14 (68) d Cranbourne Eagles 8.6 (54). Dingley 11.13 (79) d St Paul’s McKinnon 10.12 (72). Narre Warren 14.15 (99) d Murrumbeena 10.12 (72).
Division 2 Seniors. Caulfield Bears 12.17 (89) d Doveton Doves 7.12 (54). Chelsea Heights 14.9 (93) d Hampton Park 9.6 (60). Highett 17.11 (113) d Keysborough 15.12
(102). East Malvern 15.5 (95) d Mordialloc 9.4 (58). Frankston Dolphins 13.17 (97) d Endeavour Hills 4.13 (36).
Division 3 Seniors. Berwick Springs 14.7 991) d Hampton 11.10 (76). Black Rock 11.10 (76) d Heatherton 9.6 (60). Skye 14.7 (91) d Ashwood 11.11 (77). Lyndhurst 15.6 (96) d South Mornington 11.15 (81). St Kilda City 11.14 (80) d Carrum Patterson Lakes 8.13 (61).
Division 4 Seniors. Dandenong West 29.25 (199) d Doveton East 2.0 (12). Hallam 30.15 (195) d Lyndale 7.4 (46). Moorabbin Kangaroos 12.16 (88) d Clayton 12.13 (85). Narre South Saints 21.14 (140) d South Yarra 14.7 (91).
Western
■ Division 1 Seniors. Spotswood 13.16 (94) d Hoppers Crossing 10.12 (72). Yarraville Seddon Eagles 11.12 (78) d Newport 9.8 (62). Caroline Springs 7.19 (61) d Albion 7.9 (51). Parkside 22.10 (142) d Point Cook Centrals 3.13 (31). Werribee Districts 19.11 (125) d Altona 6.8 (44). Point Cook 20.17 (137) d Sunshine 7.12 (54).
Division 2 Seniors. West Footscray 30.21 (201) d Western Rams 6.2 (38). Suns 12.16 (88) d Sunshine Heights 10.5 (65). North Footscray 40.13 (253) d Tarneit 5.9 (39). Wyndhamvale 18,.13 (121) d Braybrook 11.10 (76). Albanvale 14.11 (95) d Laverton Magpies 13.6 (84).
Goulburn Valley
■ Seniors. Shepparton 14.13 (97) d Echuca 11.12 (78). Euroa 15.12 (102) d Mooroopna 3.5 (23). Rochester 17.5 (107) d Shepparton Swans 10.12 (72). Seymour 17.14 (116) d Shepparton United 8.8 (56). Mansfield 16.7 (103) d Kyabram 16.6 (102). Benalla 17.18 (120) d Tatura 6.6 (42). Reserves. Echuca 6.12 (48) d Shepparton 6.5 (41). Euroa 16.8 (104) d Mooroopna 5.4 (34). Shepparton Swans 7.10 (52) d Rochester 2.3 (15). Seymour 2`1.13 (139) d Shepparton United 2.3 (15). Kyabram 14.6 (90) d Mansfield 7.8 (50).Benalla 12.5 (77) d Tatura 4.7 (31). Under 18. Shepparton 13.8 (986) d Echuca 9.6 (60). Mooroopna 11.7 (73) d Euroa 7.5 (47). Rochester 10.10 970) d Shepparton Sw3ans 5.6 (36). Seymour 9.7 (61) d Shepparton United 6.7 (43). Kyabram 13.12 (90) d Mansfield 8.3 (51). Benalla 11.3 (69) d Tatura 8.5 (53).
Under 18. Nagambie 14.8 992) d Murchison Toolamba 4.7 (31). Longwood 8.6 (54) d Violet Town 4.4 (28). Bye: Girgarre, Lancaster, Shepparton East, Tallygaroopna, Tigers, Undera.
Riddell District
■ Seniors. Woodend Hesket 13.9 (87) d Riddell 11.9 975). Wallan 9.12 (66) d Diggers Rest 9.7 (61). Kyneton 22.9 (141) d Melton Centrals 4.10 (34). Melton South 28.13 (181) d Lancefield 7,.12 (54). Bye: Gisborne Giants, Macedon, Romsey. Reserves. Riddell 17.13 (115) d Woodend Hesket 2.2 (14). Wallan 9.5 (59) d Diggers Rest 6.1 (37). Kyneton 29.18 (192) d Melton Centrals 1.0 (6). Melton South 9.17 (71) d Lancefield 9.5 (59). Bye: Gisborne Giants, Macedon, Romsey. Under 19.5. Riddell 26.15 (171) d Woodend Hesket 2.2 (14). Wallan 11.9 (75) d Diggers Rest 10.8 (68). Melton South 12.14 (86) d Lancefield 4.4 (28). Bye: Gisborne Giants, Kyneton, Macedon, Romsey.
SPECIAL FOCUS ON TURNBULL STAKES
■ Let’s have another look at the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington to be run later this year.
The ruling favourite is Australia’s top mare in Via Sistina, who prior going to a spell, took out the Cox Plate last year, in brilliant fashion and before the spell won the Queen Elizabeth Stakes in Sydney in similar fashion.
Although it’s her first up, her trainer Chris Waller is confident of a big run, feels she is spot on despite a long spell, but with her class she has got to be the horse to beat.
On the next line is another good galloper is the good mare, Treasure Moment, who before leaving her three-year old year, won two Oaks Classics here and in Sydney
Prepared by Victorian trainer Matt Laurie, she has been spot on winning nine of her starts, all in spectacular fashion.
If she comes up here will be hard to beat.
Then we have the former International horse, Buckeroo, placed in a Caulfield Cup, prepared by Chris Waller.
He last went around in the Hollindale Stakes on the Gold Coast, but failed to fire.
He ran a good fifth in the strong Queen Elizabeth Stakes
Next is the Joe Pride horse, Celowulf, who ran a good fifth in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes behind Viva Sistina. A definite place chance.
The Gai Waterhouse horse, a Sydney Cup winner, can put in a good run, but his form of late is a bit average.
I prefer others above him, as he hasn’t fired of late.
One that can out ina good run on his day, is Lindemann, who didn’t put in the Doomben Cup, but can do better.
Then there is there is the Victorian champion, Mr Broadside who always puts in and a winner of over $20 million in stakemoney.
He is the star for the Hayes brothers here in Victoria, and you will get a good run for your money.
Tom Kitten is one who also puts in all the time. A good third in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and will go well here. Racing very consistently.
Duke De Sessa won the Caulfield Cup in good fashion, then connections didn’t run him in the Melbourne Cup, they felt the journey and the class would be too much.
Confirmed
■ Godolphin Australia has confirmed its lineup of public trainers head of the new Racing Season, with horses to be allocated to nine stables across New South Wales and Victoria
The Group One winner trainers include Anthony and Sam Freedman, who have, as well as Ben, JD,and Will Hayes , have an existing relationship with Godolphin
They will be joined along with Bjorn Baker, Waller Waller, Ciaron Maher, Gary Portelli, Joe Pride, Michael Freedman, and Tony and Calvin McEvoy.
Godolphin Australia MD, Andy Makiv, said Godolphin was delighted with the quality of the trainers that had agreed to come on board with the new public trainer model.
Mr Makiv said of Friday August 1, all Godolphin would be allocated to their new stables.
Of note, Tom Kitten will join star colt Tentyris in the Anthony and Sam Freedman stable, while Golden Mile links up with Joe Pride.
Ted Ryan
Pericles moves to Bjorn Baker and both Commemorative and Beiwacht, will be trained by Chris Waller.
The new arrangement followed the announcement made by Godolphin in April that
it would be moving to a public training model at the conclusion of the private training model contract it had with highly regarded trainer, James Cummings. Cummings has since announced that he will be moving to Hong Kong to take up a contract as a Trainer with the Hong Kong Jockey Club next year.
2026 calendar
■ The 2026 Festival of Racing will feature throughout February and March with aforementioned transfer of the William Reid Stakes meeting from Moonee Valley to Caulfield the only venue change, Ballarat will host Good Friday for the first time on April 3 with the fifth annual Country Discovery Race Day rotating to another region of Country Victoria. After considering stakeholder feedback and
analysis. Caulfield will host metropolitan meetings on both days of the Championships in NSW on Saturdays April 4 and 11 to maximise, engagement and Industry returns.
As a result, Bendigo’s Golden Mile Metropolitan meeting has moved back three weeks on Saturday, May 2, swapping with a Caulfield meeting and picnic racing will finish on April 18, two weeks after its Traditional Easter conclusion.
Then with therelocation of two Sunday metings on non-long weekends in Summer to Saturdays.
Racing Victoria has built a schedule of 530 meetings that best caters for the active racing population and balances of their meetings in Summer and Autumn, where field sizes have been under stress.
Ted Ryan
Via Sistina. Racing Photos.
BELLMAN FLAWS THE PUNTERS
■ Ararat reinsman Michael Bellman one of the best in the business, was certainly not the punters pal at Terang trots on Monday August 4 after winning the first two races on the program aboard the Bec East (Heywood) trained stablemate roughies Grinning Beach Boy ($41.00) and We Favour Rosie ($16.00). Four year old Sunshine Beach-Kiss And Grin entire Grinning Beach Boy was successful in the 1680 metre Terang Co-Op Rural Store Pace after settling mid-field in the moving line from gate two on the second line and going forward three wide prior to the bell to park outside the pacemaker Huxham Chubb (gate four) at the bell which had led easily.
Despite the tough passage, Grinning Beach Boy was equal to the task, scoring by 2.4 metres in a mile rate of 1-57.4 from the odds-on favourite Hungry Hogarth (one/three – three wide last lap, with Huxham Chubb giving ground on turning for third 5.9 metres away.
We Favour Rosie a 4Y0 Sweet Lou-Splash Out mare snared the APG Australian Pacing Gold Pace again over 1680 metres after beginning best to lead from gate four, defying all challengers to prevail by 1.8 metres over Jilliby Amigo (inside the second line - three wide to outside the winner racing for the bell) and Keayang Seaside (one/two from outside the front line who was a nose away third after running on late. The mile rate 1-56.4.
■ Seven year old Bettors Delight-Ashlees Babe gelding Bettor Isolate (gate two) trained at Ecklin South by Mattie Craven and driven by partner Amy Day came into the race on terrific terms in the Terang Storage Pace and justified the short quote of $1.50 by leading and easily accounting for Jilliby Nitro which trailed from outside the front line by 3.1 metres in a rate of 1-54.1. Hes All Torque was third 6.4 metres back after racing uncovered from gate
■ The local (South Eckin) stable of Marg and Paddy Lee landed a stable double with first starter Keayang Sweetheart, a 3Y0 daughter of Always B Miki and Magic Z Tam snaring the Matthews Petroleum Maiden Pace over 2180 metres and 4Y0 Betting Line-Jilliby Opal stallion Jilliby Tomcat the Lee Contracting Pace over 1680 metres.
Trailing the pacemaker Harbour Springs which flew away from gate five, Keayang Sweetheart driven by Jason Lee used the sprint lane to blouse Harbour Springs by a neck returning a mile rate of 2-03.5. Jilliby Kymy Lou (gate three) on debut also used the sprint lane from four pegs for third 3.9 metres away. Jilliby Tomcat driven by Glen Craven led from gate five before surrendering to stablemate Keayang Shadowbox (Jason Lee) to enjoy the run of the race.
Angling into the clear halfway up the running, Jilliby Tomcat ran home swiftly to nab the leader by a neck returning a 1-56.4 mile rate. Quick Decision (one/one from outside the front line) was third 6.9 metres back.
8-event card
■ The regular Shepparton meeting on Tuesday featured an eight event card and it was good to see Norong’s Mark Buckingham in the winners circle after an enforced layoff. Mark trains and drives a smart Vincent-Lettuce Go Pippa gelding by the name of Turbo Jay who produced a fine effort to land the Munro and Associates Conveyancing 3Y0 & Older Maiden Pace over 1690 metres.
Slowly away from gate three on the second line, Turbo Jay settled four back in the moving line as Stylistic led from the pole. Going forward in the last lap to follow both Catherine from the extreme draw which had been trapped three wide for most of the trip and Eebeebee (gate five second line), both Eebeebee and Turbo Jay were inconvenienced when Catherine dropped out sharply prior to the final bend having to go four wide to be put into the race.
When Eebeebee surged to the front on turning Turbo Jay was in hot pursuit and raced clear shortly after to score by 4.9 metres over Eebeebee who was brave, with My Beautiful Life (one/two from gate four second line) third 9.4 metres back. The mile rate 1-57.1. ■ Merrigum trainer Luke Bryant combined with Taylor Youl to capture the 1690 metre Neatline Homes Pace with more than handy 6Y0 Lincoln Royal-Dianne Valerie gelding Keayang Omar who put the writing on the wall a week earlier when second to Mister Jimaringle.
Going forward from outside the front line, Keayang Omar was trapped four wide, then three wide before eventually parking outside the leader Our Roku (gate five) at the bell.
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Racing to the front on the home turn, Keayang Omar gave plenty in the run to the judge to gain the day by 2.3 metres from Sports Narrator (gate six – one/one last lap) and Ruby Wingate (mid-field in the moving line from inside the second line) – three wide last lap to finish third a half neck away. The mile rate 157.
■ Popular Girgarre East trainer/driver Gary Pekin has his team going extremely well and 6Y0 Sunshine Beach-Illawong Fabulous gelding Ohhemmjay Cresco bred and raced by wife Jane led for most of the 2190 metre journey of the Hygain Pace after going forward from the extreme draw to cross the leader Atomic Glory racing for the bell.
Travelling kindly, Ohhemmjay Cresco couldn’t be caught, reaching the wire 1.9 metres clear of Cobalt Blues (one/three from gate two second line) returning a 2-01 mile rate. Rolling Remona (one/two from gate two second line) was third 1.3 metres away.
■ Mitchellstown’s Kylie Sugars has done extremely well since shifting to the Goulburn Valley and was successful in the VHRC 2Y0 Maiden Pace over 1690 metres with Poster BoyOur Chateau Lafite filly Postit Lafite.
Trained and driven by Kylie, Postit Lafite was rated at treat at the head of affairs from gate three to run out a 3.2 metre victor in 2-00.1 over Ozzie Pearl (gate five – one/one), with Rocknroll Wish (one/three from inside the second line) third 4.1 metres back.
Langs honoured
■ Bendigo raced on Wednesday with a nine event all trotting program honouring the Lang Family – the two features being The Gavin Lang Aldebaran Park Trotting Mile (C & G) and the Graeme Lang Aldebaran Park Trotting Mile (Fillies) both for a stake of $20,000 over the true 1609 metre trip.
■ Myrniong’s Jess Tubbs combined with ace reinsman James Herbertson to capture the Gavin Lang with Howdy Mate, a colt by Elite Stride from Glenferrie Dash who in winning broke his maiden status.
Settling three pegs from a solo second line draw following both polemarker Brother Mountain and Im Havintotrot (gate five) which led, Howdy Mate rushed home at 100 miles an hour on straightening to blouse Im Havintotrot which looked all over a winner by 2.1 metres. Brother Mountain was 1.2 metres away third. The rate 2-01.8.
■ Balliang trainer/driver Jason Hackett, a former Kiwi who spent a long period of time with Lance Justice in Melton, snared the Graeme Lang with a cleverly named Six PackTilly Time filly by the name of Tipple Time. Trailing the Daryl Crone trained poleline leader Hallebesofine before being relegated a spot when Chris Alford was able to angle in behind the pacemaker with Harperseven (gate six) after an unsuccessful battle for the lead, Tipple Time came away from the marker line hitting the back straight to race exposed for the rest of the journey.
In a most exciting finish, Tipple Time gave plenty in the straight to prevail by a head over Hallebsofine returning a mile rate of 2-01.4.
Jilliby Aura after being restrained from outside the front line trailed the winner home in the last lap for third a half head away.
■ The Marg/Paddy/Jason Lee stable provided multiple winners during the evening with 5Y0 French bred mare Keayang Francisco (Uniclove-Beautiful River) taking the 2150 metre Sumthinhaboutmaori Trotters Mobile, Father Patrick-Illawong Helios 4Y0 mare Keayang Tweetybird the 2150 metre Lang Fam-
ily Dynasty Trotters Mobile and VolsteadKeayang Majestic filly Keayang Minnesota trained on the property by Antti Ruokonen the True Roman 3Y0 Maiden Trotters Mobile over 2150 metres.
Collected spoils
■ Ballarat was Thursday’s venue and popular Balliang seventy six year old owner/trainer/ driver Robert Young collected all the spoils in the 2200 metre Alfredton Laundry Trotters Mobile when his much improved 6Y0 Danny Bouchea-Kilmainham gelding Scar who has been racing in fine form saluted the judge. Easing away from inside the second line to possie three back in the moving line as Atego Dawn (gate six) led before surrendering to Rarity Rock. Scar after going forward four wide in the last lap and three wide on the final bend, finished hard out wide to return an overdue 2.1 metre margin over Rarity Rock and Atego Dawn which held third 1.6 metres back after gaining an inside run approaching the finish. The mile rate 2-03.5.
ily Dynasty Trotters Mobile and VolsteadKeayang Majestic filly Keayang Minnesota trained on the property by Antti Ruokonen the True Roman 3Y0 Maiden Trotters Mobile over 2150 metres.
Seventy two year old Concongella trainer Owen Martin combined with Neil McCallum to land the Ferndale Foods Pace over 2200 metres with Feelingoodfreddie, a 5Y0 gelded son of Mr Feelgood and Hope to Fly.
Starting from the extreme draw, Feelingoodfreddie settled three back in the moving line after Micton Mouse and Michael Bellman sped to the front from gate four as the mobile gate pulled away.
After going forward three wide in the last lap and four wide approaching the final bend, Feelingoodfreddie finished full of running to record a neck margin over Redbank Molly (gate two – one/one – three wide home turn) and a brave Yankee Gambler (gate three) which raced exposed throughout to be 2.5 metres away third. The mile rate 1-58.6.
ily Dynasty Trotters Mobile and VolsteadKeayang Majestic filly Keayang Minnesota trained on the property by Antti Ruokonen the True Roman 3Y0 Maiden Trotters Mobile over 2150 metres.On a night for the older brigade, eighty two year old Havelock owner/ trainer Derrick Kraft provided 5Y0 Betting Line-Themajorsdaughter gelding Kimchi to
register his 8th victory in 84 outings by taking the 1710 metre Cooke & Foley Pace. Driven by James Herbertson who wasted no time in sending Kimchi forward after starting solo on the second line to join the poleline pacemaker El Awoman racing for the bell before striding clear on the home turn to gain the day by 1.9 metres in a rate of 2-00.2 from Ona Merry Dance (one/one from gate five), with My Darling Dancer (gate six) after being restrained to the rear running on late out wide for third 4.5 metres back. ily Dynasty Trotters Mobile and VolsteadKeayang Majestic filly Keayang Minnesota trained on the property by Antti Ruokonen the True Roman 3Y0 Maiden Trotters Mobile over 2150 metres.
At Melton on Friday, Astute Bannockburn horseman Geoff Webster provided an upset in the Lifestyle Communities Deanside Pace over 2240 metres when 3Y0 Captain CrunchDigital Art gelding Major Crunch defeated his older rivals.
Given the run of the race from gate two after leading out, reinsman Michael Bellman was content to allow the in-form favourite and last start Bendigo victor Where Is Woody (gate four) to cross him shortly after the start to enjoy a cosy passage.
Angling into the clear on turning, Major Crunch owned in Mount Gambier by the Glynn’s ran home best to nab Where Is Woody in the last stride and score by a head. James Garner (one/one from gate two on the second row) was third 5.7 metres back after racing three wide approaching the final bend. The mile rate 1-58.5.
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Doncaster E crash
■ Police are investigating a collision which occurred in Doncaster East on friday afternoon (Aug. 8).
Officers were called to the intersection of Doncaster Rd and Dryden St about 3.10pm after reports of a collision between a car and pedestrian.
The female pedestrian was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The driver of the car, a Doncaster East man, stopped at the scene and was assisting police with their enquires.
Lara carjacking
■ Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested two people following a carjacking in Lara.
Investigators have been told a man approached a vehicle in a Flinders Avenue school carpark about 7.15am on Wednesday, August 6.
The man allegedly threatened the female driver of the silver Mazda CX5 before The 56-year-old Lara woman was not injured.
Detectives attended an address in Dural Court, Corio about 9am Friday (Aug. 8) and arrested a 30-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman, both from Corio.
They were being interviewed by police.
The Mazda was recovered at the address.
Another charge
■ Hobsons Bay Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a fifth person following a serious assault in Altona Meadows on July 19.
It is alleged a man was approached by a group of males and pushed to the ground at a shopping centre on Central Avenue, about
8pm on Saturday 19 July. One of the males allegedly produced an edged weapon and struck the victim’s forearm, causing a serious injury.
The victim, a 33-year-old Altona Meadows man, was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigators arrested four teens on July 21 in relation to the incident.
A 14-year-old boy from the Wyndham area was charged with intentionally cause serious injury, reckless cause injury, robbery and unlawful assault.
Two 15-year-old boys from the Hobsons Bay area were also charged with intentionally cause serious injury, reckless cause injury, robbery and unlawful assault.
A 14-year-old boy from the Hobsons Bay area is expected to be charged on summons. Investigators arrested a 15-year-old boy from the Hobsons Bay area.
He was subsequently charged with robbery and other offences.
He was bailed to appear at a Children’s Court at a later date.
Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the matter.
Defib destroyed
■ Police are investigating the theft of an Automatic External Defibrillator from a water park in Mildura earlier this year.
Investigators have been told unknown offender/s removed the device from the wall of the Hugh King Drive premises sometime between 5pm on Monday June 2 and 10am on Tuesday, June 3.
The defibrillator, worth $3000, provides the public with access to effective life-saving medical intervention in the case of an emergency.
The device was later located destroyed in a nearby bin.
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Lucky Colour: Silver
Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 1, 2, 1, 9
Lotto Numbers: 1, 12, 19, 25, 28, 37
Opportunities abound to advance your career goals. Doubts about existing relationships may arise, but it is wise to leave things as they are for now. Your social calendar could bring unusual invitations.
TAURUS (April 21 - May 20)
Lucky Colour: Yellow
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 2, 4, 3, 4
Lotto Numbers: 4, 13, 22, 31, 39, 40
Be cautious of friends meddling in your personal affairs. Trust your instincts, as your ideas are likely to be accurate. Your social life will see you in high demand.
GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)
Lucky Colour: Pink
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 4, 5, 3, 2
Lotto Numbers: 4, 13, 22, 31, 32, 42
Avoid rushing into impulsive romantic decisions—they may backfire. Take care of your health and focus on advancing your ideas at work. This could be a transformative time.
CANCER (June 22 - July 22)
Lucky Colour: White
Lucky Day: Sunday Racing Numbers: 5, 1, 6, 5
Lotto Numbers: 5, 14, 23, 26, 35, 41
Emotions may run high, prompting you to overspend in an attempt to please loved ones. Financial opportunities are available, but consider them carefully before committing.
LEO (July 23 - August 22)
Lucky Colour: Peach
Lucky Day: Saturday
Racing Numbers: 1, 4, 6, 4
Lotto Numbers: 5, 14, 25, 30, 32, 44
New friendships offer exciting opportunities to combine business with pleasure. Love relationships are set to improve, and travel may bring surprises.
VIRGO (August 23 - September 23)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 1, 4, 1, 7
Lotto Numbers: 1, 10, 14, 17, 27, 33
This is an excellent time to ask for favours, start new ventures, or make investments. Romantic opportunities abound, and someone special may catch your interest.
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23)
Lucky Colour: Pink
Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 1, 1, 3, 4
Lotto Numbers: 1, 11, 25, 35, 40, 43
Something from your past may resurface, providing answers and closure. Seek help from influential people to further your ambitions. Many Libras may embark on new paths during this time.
SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22)
Lucky Colour: Red
Lucky Day: Tuesday
Racing Numbers: 3, 7, 4, 3
Lotto Numbers: 3, 7, 16, 30, 37, 43
Family relationships may face obstacles, so ensure everyone contributes equally. Career prospects look bright, and a romantic surprise may appear.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 20)
Lucky Colour: Blue
Lucky Day: Thursday Racing Numbers: 2, 2, 7, 6
Lotto Numbers: 2, 11, 20, 27, 29, 38
Renewed friendships and relationships may bring joy. The unusual and mysterious may catch your attention, but remember to pace yourself.
CAPRICORN (December 21 - January 19)
Lucky Colour: Blue
Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 3, 3, 2, 1
Lotto Numbers: 3, 12, 21, 26, 30, 39
An old friend may reconnect, offering a financial opportunity. This is a good time for socialising and enjoying the company of others, and financially, it could be a fortunate period.
AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 19)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 1, 8, 9, 2
Lotto Numbers: 9, 18, 24, 34, 36, 42
Expect surprises and rewards during this period. Greater responsibilities may come your way, but the hard work will pay off. Financial windfalls are possible.
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Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 3, 2, 8, 3
Lotto Numbers: 12, 21, 30, 38, 39, 40
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Bendigo Bank closures
Sir,
The recent decision by Bendigo Bank to close 28 agencies across Australia - including in Alexandra and Marysville - is of great disappointment.
I understand the changing nature of banking in regional Australia and the reduced use of in-person banking.
However, too often the withdrawal of in-person services has negative effects on small business, community organisations, older persons and those with limited mobility, or limited digital skills or connectivity.
I have written to the CEO of Bendigo Bank to express these concerns and ask what, if any, ongoing services will be available to customers in the affected towns.
While banking services increasingly move online, I do not accept that it should be at the expense of people who rely on face-to-face contact for services as important as banking.
Regional Australians often feel like they are the last to get and the first to lose when it comes to services, and banking is no exception.
More than a year after the Senate reported on its inquiry into Bank Closures in Regional Australia, there has been no Government response on key recommendations such as expanding banking service at Australia Post outlets or establishing community bank branches in regional towns.
It’s time the Government responds to the regional banking inquiry and gives assurance to regional communities about the future of regional banking services.
Dr Helen Haines Federal Member for Indi
Food insecurity
Sir,
Food insecurity and the cost of living are two big stories that won't go away.
As the weather continues to be chilly, how many are helping those who are foregoing quality food to keep the heaters on?
It turns out there are plenty of groups, but they are also struggling to keep the support going.
Chobani Australia has established The Big Difference grant program after seeing just how many community groups in Victoria support those around them facing daily food insecurity.
We'd love to ensure that, as we head into the last two weeks of applications, groups know funding is on offer.
The headlines:
■ The grants program is designed to give hope for those running food services programs, who often do it on the smell of an oily rag.
■ Not-for-profits, eligible community groups, and social enterprises across Victoria that are helping those in need can apply for one of three grants of up to $20,000, $30,000, or $50,000. The grants program is taking applications until August 19.
■ According to recent data published, over 25 per cent of Australian adults worried about affording food in the past year — a number that continues to rise amid cost-of-
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living pressures. Victorians are forgoing dairy products, fresh fruit and vegies, and meat in favour of shelf-stable products.
Plenty of grassroots organisations are trying to ensure that these quality foods stay on the menus at home so that families get the nutrients they need to be healthy and well.
Ask Izzy saw over 88,000 searches for food support groups in May 2025 alone.
seeking homelessness support, a massive 45 per centreport having experienced domestic and/or family violence.
The increase in women and children experiencing homelessness is a tragedy.
Only 20 per cent of the national homeless population can get help from Homelessness Services due to limited resources, so we are only seeing the tip of a very large and nasty iceberg.
Overwhelmed homelessness services are forced to prioritise the needs of people who are already experiencing homelessness rather than have a focus on the vital areas of early intervention and prevention.
The Salvos Homelessness Services nationally already work with around 8000 people experiencing homelessness every month.
A recent report from The Salvos surveyed over 3500 community members who had received food, financial assistance or material aid from The Salvation Army , and found that accessing and maintaining safe, secure housing was a persistent struggle, with high housing rental costs placing significant pressure on already over stretched budgets.
Housing stress, instability, and fears of homelessness were common, reflecting the compounding impact of financial hardship, limited affordable options, and complex personal circumstances.
Key findings included:
■ Housing costs, such as rent and mortgage repayments, were the largest weekly expense for many respondents.
More than seven in ten (71 per cent) were in housing stress, spending over 30 per cent of their disposable income on housing
■ Almost one in three (32 per cent) reported missing a rent or mortgage payment in the past 12 months due to financial hardship, a rate five times higher than the national average.
Cup Carnival
By TOM MOON, Argus Racing Editor
■ THE V.R.C. made two big decisions yesterday:
■ Prize-money for the four-day Melbourne Cup carnival will total £61,000, a record.
■ There will be nb less than seven races at all V.R.C. meetings from September 17. Prize-money ar the Melbourne Cup carnival will go higher still if divisions are necessary on any of the four days.
The V.R.C. committee's decision to increase the number of races each day has caused a reshuffle of the Cup carnival
Three extra races will be included over the four days. To balance each day's programme, the club has switched various races.
On the first day, Derby Day , one of the "new" races will be in cluded.
This will be a six furlongs race for threeyear-olds with £ 1,000 in prize money; The Cup Day programmé will include the Carnival Handicap for three yeär-olds, formerly run on the. third day, Oaks Day
Chloe Jeffers Chobani
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Helping the homeless
Sir,
The Salvos need help to house and support women and children who are experiencing homelessness
One in seven people experiencing homelessness are children under 14
As one of the largest providers of homelessness services in Australi a, this Homelessness Week, The Salvation Army is highlighting the catastrophic number of young children who are experiencing homelessness, with more than 5000 children under 14 (one in seven) seeking support through its homelessness services this year.
These shocking figures are reflected in newly released Homelessness Australia statistics, which showed a 20 per cent increase in women and girls who were currently experiencing homelessness when they reached out for support.
Of the women and girls
■ Housing affordability was the most significant concern respondents had about their current living situation
■ Housing instability was also a significant issue, with more than a quarter (27 per cent) having moved or changed their housing situation two or more times in the past year.
■ Frequent displacements were often driven by major interpersonal challenges, most commonly family violence (45 per cent) and relationship or family breakdowns or conflict (40 per cent).
Respondents who were currently experiencing homeless-ness identified a range of contributing factors, including domestic and family violence, relationship and family breakdown, financial hardship, eviction, health and disability-related challenges, a lack of suitable housing options, natural disasters or emergencies, and social isolation or the absence of support networks.
If you or someone you know needs support from The Salvation Army , or to find out more information on The Salvation Army’s homelessness services, visit salvationarmy. org.au
Jed Donoghue
Salvation Army
This switch means that two extra races will be in cludedon Oaks Day. Prize-money for the traditional Byron Moore Stakes has been increased from £1,000 to £1,500, and a two-year-old event run over five furlongs, with a £1,000 stake, will be the "new" race.
Meat men back
■ Twelve hundred meat industry employees at Melbourne abattoirs should return to work early next week.
In the Industrial Appeals Court yesterday, Judge Gamble ruled that slaughtermen should not be required to kill more than 14 beasts a day but they could be asked to kill two more on an overtime basis.
"If we had been offered this before, this five weeks' strike would never have started," said Mr. G. .Seelaf, Meat Industry Employees' Union secretary.
The strike began among 100 beef slaughtermen over a clause in the award which allowed employers to fine anyone who failed to kill 16 beasts a day.
Boy gave his life
■ An 11-year-old boy drowned in a courageous bid to save his playmate in the flooded Loddon River at Serpentine, near Bendigo, yesterday.
Alister Edwin Whinfield, 11, and Geoffrey Weeks, 11, of Serpentine, were playing on the riverbank at 3 p.m. when Weeks slipped in. Alister jumped in, swam to the tree, and grasped him, but was then swept away. Alister's mother, Mrs. Christina Whinfield, came down to the river bank searching for him and saw Geoffrey clutching a tree. She called her elder son, who jumped into the river and brought Geoffrey to shore.
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“In response to this correspondence you advised us that the department had programmed the cleaning of the kerb and channel, including the pit and cross culvert outside Liz’s home, to be completed in July 2025.
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Baby sleep cutback
■ Warrandyte MLA Nicole Werner has slammed the State Government for a funding cutback to a program that promotes healthy sleeping by babies.
“My constituency question is to the Minister for Health. Minister, why has the government cut millions of dollars from the maternal child health sleep and settling program, including in my electorate of Warrandyte?” Ms Werner said.
“I am a new mum, and I have got my baby Bobby here with me today. I will be the first to say that he was not the greatest sleeper when he was first born and for the first few months, and I have personally accessed these services in my local electorate.
“I know how much of a lifeline they are, and as any new parent knows, sleep deprivation is one of the most brutal parts of parenting.
“It is the number one issue that gets talked about in any mothers group chat. The mental health impact of your baby’s sleep is so real.
“That is why it is shameful that the government is so broke that it has had to cut funding for the sleep and settling program when it is, to quote one of my local councils, a crucial support for families when they are at their most vulnerable.
“This speaks to the issues in this government and how wrong their priorities are. Shame on them for shutting down this program, and shame on them for abandoning new parents and their babies,” Ms Werner said.
India celebration
■ A multicultural festival celebrating India’s Independence Day will be held in Knox this month.
The festival is from 4pm-8pm on Sunday, August 17, at Carrington Park Leisure Centre, 20 O'Connor Rd, Knoxfield Not-for-profit community organisation, Uttar Pradesh Association of Australia, received a Development Fund grant.
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BED. Single. Electric folable with massage and remote control. Adjustable back, legs and height. New Aspire mattress. German motor. EC. $500. Diamond Creek. 0401 473 565.N-Q
BED HEAD. Wooden. And base. With slats. As new. $80. Whittlesea. 0494 380 264. Z-CC
BIKE. Ladies. Make: Friction Huffey. Purple. Plus helmet, basket and pump. VGC. $110. Pakenham. 5940 5018. R-U
SELLERS can have a free 40-word ‘For Sale’ ad - plus a single colour photo - in The Local Paper Classifieds to sell their items. Your free ad will appear in all editions of The Local Paper, covering all suburbs of Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, and selected Victorian country areas. Your free ad will
CARAVAN. E20½ ft reegal 2009 Aussie Tourer Caravan. Full ensuite with separate shower, queen bed and AC/heater, TV, stereo, gas cooktop, microwave, comes with cover and large outdoor mat. EC. $32,000. Taggerty. 0438 782 112. R-U
CARAVAN. 21’6” 2014 Crusader. Reg till Feb. 2026. Full ensuite, separate shower/toilet, queen bed, a/c heater, TV radio, Gas/Elec. cooktop, micro washing machine, solar panel, large fridge, freezer, new tyres and batteries. many extras. EC. $40,000 ONO. Mount Eliza. 0429 877 964. Z-CC
COLLECTORS Melway Nos 9, 20, 33. Wax matches (234) in book, 17 loose. VFL Records, finals, mainly Richmond. Small and large. Phone cards. Vatious prices. Box Hill South., 9890 7904.N-Q
CRIME FICTION
BOOKS. Various authors. Harlen Coben, James Patterson plus others. GC. $2, or 3 for $5. Mill Park. 052 665 276. H-O
DOG KENNEL. Plastic. Grey colour. Very clean. never used as kennel. GC. $10. Purchaser to collect. Doreen. 9717 3465. N-Q
EDISON STANDARD PHONOGRAM Serial Nuimber 638427. October 1905 with five Edison goldmoulded records complete with reproducing trumpet model C. Rare antqiue, working well. VGC. $1850. Glen Iris. 0407 276 973. Z-CC
ENCYCLOPEDIA. Complete set A-Z. GC. $50. Frankston. 9789 9634. Z-CC
FORD AUII Fairport V8 Sedan. Original.Runs well. No rust. Good tyres, new screen, bring your mechanic or RACV test, RWC. Reg 7/27. 2AN3XE. VCG. $8000. Seymour. 0419 881 573. N-Q
INVERTER-GENERATOR. 2200-watt. 91 octane 4-stroke petrol motor, single phase, 240 volts, 50 hertz output, little used. GC. $95. Doreen. 9717 3465. R-U
JAYCO 2004 Freedom Caravan, single beds, RC/ AC, new tyres, unused porta potti, m’wave, 3 way bridge, gas & elec. cooktop and grill, 240/12 volt TV. Aerial. Reg till Jan. 26. Everything in working order. 1150kg. Tows great. VGTC. Hastings. 0409 645 059. Z-CC
The Local Paper Email: editor@LocalPaper. com.au Postal: PO Box 1278, Research, 3095 BOOKING AND COPY DEADLINE: 5pm Fridays, prior to Wednesday issue. CLASSIFIED ADS Classified ads are available each week in The Local Paper, which is published on Wednesdays, February-December (with the exception of Easter Wednesday). All Classified Ads appear in the print and online editions. It is important to check your advertisement is correct on the first day it appears. While every care is taken to ensure your advertisement is correct, errors can occur. If this happens to your ad please contact us the first day your advertisement appears and we will be happy to correct it as soon as we can.
LAURA ASHLEY Cotton Queen Coverlet set. Size 220cm x 240cm, plus 2 pillowcases. Pale blue with thin white stripes. Never used. EC. $30. Ashburton. 9885 2203. Z-CC
MAGAZINES. Collectors. New Idea, Woman’s Day, Stellar, Body and Soul, House magazine and many others. GC. Price negotiable. West Preston. 0416 576 660. R-U
MAGAZINES. Purnells History of WWII, Australian Geographic, Choice, Burke’s Backyard, Organic Gardener, Gardening Australia, Vegi Patch and some odd ones. GC. 50c each. Reservoir. 0421 131 681. Z-CC
MOBILITY SCOOTER.
Pre-owned. Sill under warranty with new batteries. Features headlights and tail lights, swivel seat, rear shopping bag, includes key and charger. max user 136kg, 35km range per cahrge. Free delivery. VGC. $1295. Moorabbin. 0401 980 969. R-U
RIDE-ON Deutscher 280 Honda motor, runs fine, seal on shaft leaks, heaps of parts including new seat, new cutting plate, body part dismantled, everything is there. GC. $800. Yarck.
PARTS for Ford AUIIV8. Secondhand. Struts. New parts: ball joints, 2 boxes of parts. VGC. $1000. Seymour 0419 881 573. N-Q
PICTURE FRAMES. 40 large to small. Various styles. VGC. All only $70. Keon Park. 9469 4558. N-Q
PLUMBING FITTINGS. 1 box PVC 100m Sew/SW, Elbows 45°. As new. $35. Z-CC
SHEEP. 60 mixed breed ewes, been running with rams, have ear tags. Friendly, great lawnmowers, saves mowing the paddocks and helps reduce fire risk. Can deliver. GC. $130. Deanside. 0426 397 741N-Q
WOOD FIRE STOVE HEATER. Ozpig Traveller. Used twice. Comes with grill and hot plate, lifting handle, carry bag. heaps ofready cut fire lighters. Heavy duty grate and 45 quart camp oven. VGC. $3000. Montmorency. 0483 881 609. R-U
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TABLE. Large solid timber, dining room table, 2100mm x 1000mm. Plus six chairs. GC. $30. Yea. 0419 109 887. N-Q
TRAIN BOOKS. Wide variety of books and pamphlets to all types of trains. All prices negotiable. Research. 9437 1253. N-Q
TYRE CHANGERS. Manual. Little used, complete with instructions, purchaser to collect. GC. $90. Doreen. 9717 3465 N-Q
WALKERS. Two. One new, hardly used, $120. Second one: GC but some small marks. $80. Seymour. 0419 881 573. R-U PRAM. Old, child’s col- lectable. GC. $60. Wandong. 041`8 399 261. R-U
PRESSURE WASHER. Karcher. Good working order. little used. Complete with operating instructions. Purchaser to collect. GC. $55. Doreen. 9717 3465 Z-CC
WHEELCHAIR. Electric.
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WHEELCHAIR.
WHEELCHAIR. Manual. Evoke 2 Aspire 450mm. new, never been used as too small for subject. Foldable and extremely light for easy transport. Well made, Top of the range. EC. $600. Diamond Creek. 0401 473 565.N-Q
PUBLIC NOTICES
GOD’S CHURCH invites faithful followwees of Christ to attend the New Testament local Passover night service. Alfredton, Ballarat. To secure your seat, 0419 327 366. N-P
WINDOW. Aluminium. 1600mm x 1600mm with windout window. GC. Free. Murrindindi. 0418 564 174. R-U
REAR SPOILER for VE Holden Commodore Sedan. EC. Best Offer. Mornington. 5975 3609. Z-CC
HEDGE TRIMMER. Honda. HHH25D. 4 stroke. With hour meter fitted. VGC. Bought in Feb. 2022. Has done 20.8 hours. $650 ONO. Pearcedale. 0418 457 588. Z-CC
WHEELS IN VICTORIA Rare 528 page volume, registered 1518 by Harold H. Paynting. History of Wheelecd Transport 1824 to 1984, mint condition in hard cover sleeve. EC. $400. Glen Iris. 0407 276 973. Z-CC
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