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Voice Mob pierces hills HEALESVILLE singing group leaders Leah Marlow and Catherine Nolan, above, were among more than 100 singers and dancers who ‘flash mobbed’ the Healesville Community Market on Sunday. The all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza was part of Yarra Ranges Council’s Voice Mob project. The ‘mob’ which included all ages and abilities from around the shire gathered for a rehearsal at The Memo before coming together in a seemingly impromptu concert which astounded and delighted marketgoers. See more photos on Page 29 and online at mail. Picture: KATH GANNAWAY. starcommunity.com.au 116006

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A TWO-year dispute between Yarra Ranges Council and a Healesville businessman has ended, with the council acknowledging past faults and approving an extension for hours. On 25 February, Yarra Ranges Council approved a permit that extends Healesville’s Fluid Lounge’s opening hours to 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, in a turnaround move by mayor Fiona McAllister. Council officers had recommended the council refuse Fluid Lounge owner Garry Christie’s planning application, but Cr McAllister moved for an approval, which was won in a four-to-two vote. In her speech, Cr McAllister said she was saddened the application had taken so long to be resolved, with a dispute between a nearly-identical application sending the two parties to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) twice. The original application had been made in April 2012. “It has taken an incredibly long time to get to this point,” she said. “’I’m frustrated on behalf of Mr Christie, and I’m saddened it has taken so long to get to this point.” Cr McAllister referenced a major point of contention between the two parties - conditions placed by the former council which included a $38,500 payment in lieu of parking and provision of a courtesy bus - and agreed with Mr Christie that they should not have existed. “The conditions were questionable some of those should never have been applied,” she said. Concerns were raised by councillors Samantha Dunn and Len Cox, however, due to the potential impacts on Healesville by increasing the availability of alcohol. “Our Health and Wellbeing Plan does point out that alcohol-related harm is a priority,” Cr Dunn said. “I simply cannot agree to having access to alcohol at 3am in the morning.” However, Cr McAllister addressed this point by referencing the severe penalties that are handed out to non-compliance by licensed venues, and said the issue would also be followed up by the Victorian Com-

mission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR). “There are very high penalties for breaches of sale of alcohol - protection that is not applied by us, so it’s not appropriate that we step into that domain,” she said. Mr Christie said that he was ecstatic about the result of the meeting, and that he expected to have a response from the liquor licensing body in around six weeks. “I’m really happy that I got the permit that I wanted, and I’m thankful to the councillors - not because I got what I wanted, but because they did the right thing,” he said. “I was fully prepared to go back to VCAT, so it’s a weight off the shoulders - I can focus on the business, now that we’ve got the permits in place.” Mr Christie said that he was left on the edge of bankruptcy by the disputes, which left him around $40,000 out of pocket, and thanked the community for their support over the years. “If it wasn’t for the local community up here, I wouldn’t have got through it,” he said. During the VCAT hearings, a change to the state government’s planning laws saw the ground shift in Mr Christie’s favour, with Fluid Lounge now classified as a Commercial 1 zone, which has an as-of-use right to trade at all hours. However, consumption of alcohol outside of approved hours has to be signed off by council and VCGLR, which liaises with Victoria Police. Cr McAllister said that Healesville was a town that had no fear of objecting proposals they didn’t like, and noted that Mr Christie’s current application got no objections whatsoever. His original application to council received 272 letters of support. “We can’t take the lack of objection ... as anything else except for the fact that the broader community sees this as an appropriate step,” she said. “The resounding silence says a lot in terms of this particular application.” Mr Christie’s permit also included an extension of hours to 1am Tuesday-Thursday, and an increase of patron numbers to 200 after 9pm.

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Heading off to Darraweit Guim, from left, William Anker from Wandin Park, Wandin Rotary members Les Sharp, Gavan McIntyre, Zen Gawronski, Clive McPherson, Gruyere CFA members Andrea Bigham and Matt Sartori, Michael Alexandrou from Yarra Valley Gas, CFA members Don Bigham and Ray Sartori, John Sanders from Wandin Rotary and Brian Gossip from Gruyere CFA. 116051 Picture: KATH GANNAWAY

Stacks of hay By KATH GANNAWAY LANDOWNERS in the Yarra Valley have responded generously to the call for hay from fireravaged farming communities following the February fires across the state. Minister for Agriculture Peter Walsh called on anyone with fodder to spare, or agistment, to help out after the fires destroyed thousands of hectares of grassland around the Shepparton and Gippsland areas. Several loads have been trucked out of the Yarra Valley with the Gruyere CFA and Wandin Rotary organising further deliveries from landowners in the Gruyere and Upper Yarra areas. Gruyere CFA captain Matt Sartori organised the pick-up and delivery with his fire-fighters joining Rotary members to load more than 260 squares and 55 rounds of hay onto trucks provided by Wandin Park Equestrian Centre and Yarra Valley Gas. Wandin Rotary member Gavan McIntyre said the farmers of Darraweit Guim in the Romsey area were more than thankful for their efforts. “Their words couldn’t convey the looks on their faces,” he said. “When you look at the paddocks and see all that blackened soil and 150 head of cattle, they just devour the hay like kids in a lolly shop,” he said.

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EASTERN Health has been recognised for excellence in staff development, service delivery and risk management in the 2014 Leadership in the Public Sector Awards. Eastern Health runs Healesville, The Angliss, Maroondah and Box Hill hospitals, a well as Yarra Valley Community Health. Run by the Institute of Public Administration Australia and open to government and community sector organisations delivering government services in Victoria, the awards were presented on Monday, 17 February by secretary of the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet, Andrew Tongue. Eastern Health took out three of the seven categories. The People Development Award for work done in building their organisational capacity, which included reducing staff turnover in a workforce of 8300 people by over a third in four years. For making services more citizen-centric, they won the

Eastern Health executive director human resources Christos Roussos and health director Benaifer Sabavala, Eastern Health director organisational development and workforce planning receive the People Development Award from Andrew Tongue and IPAA’s Gill Callister. 115719 Service Delivery Award with their ‘In The Patient’s Shoes’ program which included improving staff training and developing better communication protocols. Their Great Enterprise Risk Management project which ensured compliance with national standards won the Risk Management Award. Mr Tongue congratulated

the winners saying that the capabilities that had helped shaped their work were the sorts of capabilities that would be needed in all public servants in Victoria. Eastern Health chief executive Alan Lilly said the organisation was delighted to receive three top honours and congratulated the staff involved in the programs.

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LOCKS will be lost next weekend as the World’s Greatest Shave comes around again, and a Healesville campaign is aiming to raise $2000. Thyme Stayner and Oskar Mills will both be going under the razor on Saturday 15 March at an event at Healesville’s Grind N Groove. The pair is aiming to raise $2000 together for the Leukaemia Foundation, which will assist families of those stricken with the disease. Thyme said that she’s wanted to do the World’s Greatest Shave

since she was in high school, and said a driver for her was the support the donations provides. “It really inspired me, knowing the families would be supported,� she said. “This is actually helping people straight away.� Oskar, who had a friend diagnosed with leukaemia in the past, said he shaved his head at the time in support, though not as part of the World’s Greatest Shave. The pair have raised about $700 so far, but said they were determined to make up the gap and get to their fundraising goal. Thyme offered a special incentive to those wanting to donate to the cause - the high-

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FORMER Healesville priest Paul Pavlou has pleaded guilty to four charges related to breaches of conditions imposed under the sex offenders registry. The case before Judge Lacava in the County Court in Melbourne on Tuesday 25 February was an appeal against a conviction last July in the Ringwood Magistrates’ Court. Pavlou was sentenced to six months in jail by magistrate Peter Dunn on 12 charges of loitering in a public place and charges of breaching his employment conditions under the sex offence registry, but appealed against the conviction and the sentence. Pavlou, now 55, was a priest at St Brigid’s parish and school in Healesville when he pleaded guilty in 2009 to one charge of indecent act with a child under 16, and knowingly possessing child pornography. The offences related to incidents in 2005 and 2006. He was sentenced to 18

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POLICE are appealing for witnesses to come forward after buses were damaged while they were in their Healesville depot last weekend. Healesville police said that between 6pm on Friday 28 February and 6am Saturday 1 March, vandals broke into the McKenzie’s Tourist Services bus depot in Crisp Street and damaged buses. Engine compartments, wiring, oil filter caps and dipsticks were all taken from the buses, and the engine-based fire extinguishers were taken and released in the depot. A number of hubcaps were also taken off one of the mini buses in the depot. Anyone with information on the damage is urged to contact Healesville police on 5962 4422.

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months in jail which was suspended for two years, and he was placed on the sex offenders register for 15 years. In a turn-around on Tuesday, Pavlou, who has been out on bail, reversed his appeal, pleading guilty to four charges which related to his activities as an umpire with the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association where he was involved in umpiring young people under 18, and providing misleading and false information to police about his employment during scheduled interviews. Twelve further charges were withdrawn by the Office of Public Prosecution. Judge Lavaca sentenced Pavlou on Wednesday morning on the four charges of failing to comply with his reporting obligations and sentenced him to an aggregate sentence of three months’ imprisonment, again, wholly suspended for two years.

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around it, I don’t think I support the sale of the asset.� Cr McAllister said the council’s decision was not to sell the land immediately, but to put the notion to the public and get further consultation on the matter. Proceeds of the sale of the land, should it be approved after the consultation period, will be committed by the council to the stage two development of the Yarra Glen Memorial Hall. Correction In last week’s edition of the Mail, it was stated that the site at 39-41 Bell Street contained “the maternal health building - now used as the Yarra Glen Toy Library�. However, the Mail has been informed that the buildings on the site are currently unused, with the exception of the public toilets building. The Mail apologises for the mistake and for any inconvenience caused.

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YARRA Ranges Council is set to sell historic land in Yarra Glen’s main street, but cautious councilors said protecting the town from inappropriate developments is paramount. At its 25 February meeting, the council resolved to advise of its intention to sell the site of 39-41 Bell Street, Yarra Glen, with four weeks for submissions on the site. The site hosts the old maternal health building, which was built in 1954 and is currently disused, and a public toilet. Mayor and Ryrie Ward councillor Fiona McAllister put forward a motion at the meeting for the council to consider a Section 173 agreement to be placed on the land if it is sold. The agreement could mean that future owners of the land have to follow certain conditions outlined by the council when developing the

land. The motion passed on a fourto-three vote following debate between councilors about potentially scaring buyers away against the importance of protecting the town from inappropriate development. Cr McAllister said the community consultation on the potential sale, which was carried out in September 2013, listed the potential for the land to be sold with a planning permit on it for the same purpose. She said that protecting the land was important and raised doubts about supporting the land sale, if protective measures weren’t applied to the area. “We have a commitment to the community that we will protect that asset - not just sell it to the highest bidder,� she said. “We need to make sure, in whatever ways we have in our tool kits, that the best possible outcome is achieved for the community. “If we can’t provide protection

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White Night all right for art I WAS one of the 500,000 plus who ventured into the city to experience Melbourne’s second White Night festival recently. I had heard many people talk about last year’s event and as it came closer to the time I thought I should venture out and get a good dose of culture. I was certainly not disappointed and, in fact, at times I was simply amazed. Instigated by Former Premier Ted Baillieu, White Night provides free access to art and culture. With so much to see and do it was impossible to get through it all. I put in a solid three and a half hours between 11pm and 2.30am and at all times was entertained. This year, the event was expanded from two city blocks to eight city blocks - just as well as

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lourful light displays which changed every few minutes. It was so simple and so effective. The ‘phantoms of the theatre’ ghost tours at the Arts Centre. which were running every 15 mins until 3am. were booked out and I didn’t get to eperience it! The success of White Night Melbourne would not have been possible without the strong and robust arts sector, the adventurous audiences, the creative talent and the extraordinary cultural infrastructure that have been nurtured in Victoria over the past four decades. About 500 artists, nearly all Victorians, helped to make this year’s event a huge success. To really cap off a weekend of culture the following day I joined the Minister for the Arts, The Hon. Heidi Victoria, for the opening of Solitaire

and Michelle Ussher’s Yellow Eyes Burn and Return exhibition at the Tarrawarra Museum of Art. I made it to bed at 3am after White Night and was most impressed that the Minister had ‘pulled an all-nighter’ the previous night as she “wanted to see everything”. The arts create more than 110,000 full-time equivalent jobs in Victoria. Our government helps proliferate those jobs by sponsoring the arts, giving grants in the arts and making sure the industry is nurtured. I think I really have the arts bug now, also having recently experienced the colour and splendour of wonderful Yea Arts Carnivale. Maybe this weekend I will try and fit in a different type of art and visit Alowyn Gardens or perhaps the Fragile Couture exhibition at the Memo Hall!

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Women of Interest THREE Upper Yarra Women will talk of their inspiring work with communities overseas as part of the Women of Interest International Women’s Day Lunch on Friday 7 March, noon to 3pm at the Upper Yarra Arts Centre in Warburton. Entry is by gold coin donation and visitors are asked to bring along a plate of food to share for lunch. Phone 0439 039 171.

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TWO history boards on the then and now of Badger Creek Primary School will be launched at the Old Badger Creek School Building opposite the primary school on Friday 7 March at 2.30pm. Anyone with past or present connections to the school is welcome to attend. Phone 5962 4019 for details.

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Harvest festival ALOWYN Gardens Harvest Festival is on Sunday 9 March at 1210 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, from 10am to 5pm. For more information, call 9730 2400.

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THE Mountain District Car and Bike Show will be held at the Don Road Sporting Complex in Healesville on Sunday 16 March. Hundreds of cars and bikes on show, music and children’s activities, food and stalls. Phone 9737 2129.

Heritage festival KURTH Kilm 2014 Heritage Festival is on Sunday 16 March at Kurth Kiln Picnic Ground, corner of Beenak and Soldiers Road from 10am. There will be a huge selection of historic, heritage and other displays and activities, including a mock stagecoach robbery, sheep shearing, wood chopping, face painting and a clairvoyant. Free entry and parking.

Harvest festival WANDIN North Harvest Market is on Sunday 16 March from 9am to 2pm at 220 Warburton Highway, Wandin North. Stall holders are welcome, to book, call 5964 4570.

Art escape YARRA Valley Art Escape is hosting four great 3D art workshops for kids at Healesville Living and Learning Centre on 10 and 11 April with morning and afternoon sessions at $25 per session. Bookings essential on call 5962 5982.

Girl Guides JOIN Healesville Girl Guides to make new friends, learn new skills and have fun. The group meets at the Healesville Scout Hall on Mondays from 6pm to 7.30pm. For more information, call Melanie on 9726 8764.

FREE computer tutoring with free computer access is available to seniors at Golden Wattle Healesville, 5962 2588. HEALESVILLE Organic Farmer’s Market is run every Saturday from 8am-1pm in Coronation Park, River Street. Fresh, organic produce and more available.

Rocky road THE Rocky Road Choir is looking for new members. The group meets every Wednesday from 1pm to 3pm at the Salvation Army Hall in Healesville. Gold coin donation for afternoon tea. No experience necessary - all are welcome. For more information, call Mitzi on 5962 2388.

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Toy library THE Yarra Glen Toy Library is open Saturdays from 10am to 11am and every second and forth Wednesdays from 9.30am to 10.30am. Toys are available for children up to six years old. For more information, call Catherine on 0419 147 140.

Volunteers needed THE Gawler Foundation is currently seeking garden and bookkeeping volunteers to assist the people dealing and living with cancer and MS at the Yarra Valley Living Centre in Yarra Junction. To apply and for more information, email info@ gawler.org or call 5967 1730.

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Wonderful lamp has winning Edge By JODIE SYMONDS A LOCAL girl’s light-bulb moment has won her a ticket to Milan, Italy. Former Healesville High School student Rebecca Crooke has been accepted to showcase her ‘Paperclip’ desk lamp in April this year. Miss Crooke will be a part of more than 700 young designers from all over the world showcasing their work to some of the world’s most prestigious manufacturers. The Paperclip won the Best Concept Design Award for 2014 at The Edge Competition in early February. The competition was held in Sydney early last month at the Royal Hall of Industries in Mall Park.

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Miss Crooke’s ‘Paperclip’ desk lamp was inspired by her love for experimenting with aluminium. The product was aimed at maintaining a functional workspace as well as demonstrating a modern clean use of space. Initially, Miss Crooke was entered as a student. However, the judges made a decision to enter her in the concept category against professionals. “My name was called to say I had won concept and it was so overwhelming as well as surprising,” “Some of my lecturers have won in past years, so for me to win was amazing.” Since the competition, the lamp has brought Miss Crooke

a lot of attention, with some big name furniture companies wanting her product. “One company gave me their business card and said to tell them when my product is ready for the market,” Miss Crooke said. To produce the product, Miss Crooke said it took a lot of hard work and effort. She hopes to enter the Vivid competition in July this year with a new product to display. Miss Crooke would also like to share her knowledge with Healesville High School’s Year 12s to widen and inspire their career options. The Edge and Vivid competitions are both sponsored by Inside Magazine who hosted the event.

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More care is on offer By JESSE GRAHAM YARRA Glen residents will be able to access an extra helping hand, with Healesville’s HICCI opening outreach service in the town this week. Healesville Interchurch Community Care Incorporated (HICCI) will be running out of Yarra Glen’s maternal health centre office in the Memorial Hall, with services beginning on 3 March. HICCI executive officer Kerri Goding said the group was hoping to help those in the Yarra Glen area access their services that include assistance with

transport and pharmacy bills. “We’re hoping that people who may not have been able to access our services for various reasons - transport or financial - will be able to come and access them in Yarra Glen,” Ms Goding said. “If anyone knows anyone who might be struggling financially or need assistance with transport, let them know we’re here.” HICCI’s Yarra Glen service will be open on Mondays from 1pm to 4pm and Thursdays from 9am to noon. Ms Goding said the opening of a Yarra Glen outreach service

resulted from focus groups on the topic, with the service running as a pilot program, to be assessed in six and 12 months. “If there is the need ... and the community embraces us being there - we will look at expanding,” she said. Ms Goding said that HICCI could refer visitors to other services or agencies, if their needs were beyond HICCI’s scope, and that information on the group’s weekly dinner in Healesville would be available. For more information, call HICCI’s Healesville office on 5965 3529.

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Get behind pool I WRITE in reply to Ray Donkin’s letter (Pool is a drain, Mail, 25 February) concerning the future of the Jack Hort Memorial Indoor Pool. He commented, ‘Healesville and surrounds population is increasing, currently more than 10,000 excluding Yarra Glen and 15 per cent of that population are 50 and over, who I believe would make great use of an all-year, all-weather indoor pool’. They do make great use of an all-year, allweather indoor pool, every day: it’s called the Jack Hort Memorial Pool. This pool is a vital community asset not being supported by those bodies supposedly responsible for such spheres of community activity and well-being i.e. Yarra Ranges Council, whose preferred response is spin and multiple ‘feasibility studies’. Every community age group is represented in this pool’s users, from toddlers to the most senior. I’ve been told the Jack Hort Memorial Pool is the last community indoor pool open in surrounding areas affected by the 2009 fires, and also that no-one wants to pull out the ‘fire card’. Many of the pool users travelling from areas such as Kinglake to Glenburn have suffered and served, via the CFA - and the pool is important to them, too. From this side of the Valley - Yarra Glen, Christmas Hills, Steels Creek - if the Jack Hort Memorial Pool closes, where do we go?

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The amount of money required to keep the pool going - in comparison, say, to what the council spends on consultants - is minimal. Kristin Otto, Yarra Glen.

Best we forget OF ALL the ‘feelgood’ celebrations and commemorations of late, the planned Coranderrk Walk would probably qualify for a first prize as an attempt to re-write history. While it is true that Wurundjeri Elders lobbied the government of the day for land, what they got was a state-owned facility with a white administrator who doled our rations while the station made a profit. This was deemed humane due to the Darwinian notion of the day which held that Aborigines were a race destined for extinction. The station merely showcased a Christian duty to soften that extinction (and one suspects, to prevent larcency and stealing in order to survive). The fact that, with only some small exceptions, all land once sought by those trusting Wurundjeri Elders is now firmly subdivided, fenced, farmed or otherwise used by mainly non-indigenous persons begs the question, who is walking for whom? Peter Bartel, Healesville.

Give them a hand By JESSE GRAHAM HEALESVILLE’S controversial red hand has disappeared from the roof of the Coles Express Petrol Station. The large, inflatable, promotional hand, which was the subject of three letters from disgruntled residents last week,

appeared to have been taken down on Thursday 20 February. A staff member said the hand was erected once the petrol station opened after a threemonth renovation period, but that a Yarra Ranges Council representative had ordered it to be taken down within 48 hours.

Three residents may rest easier knowing the hand, which was touted as a “monstrosity”, has been dispatched from the area. The staff member said the giant hand was staying down, and was not to make a reappearance any time soon.

Pages from the past Warburton Mail March 6, 1964 Death Allsop ON February 18 Charlotta Ada dearly loved mother of Sybil (Mrs Heir) and Roy Topham, fond mother-in-law of Marjorie (Mrs Topham) and Sidney Heir.

High School Swimming Sports YARRA House won the A.A. Pinder House Aggregate Swimming Trophy at the Upper Yarra High School annual sports at the Yarra Junction Baths last Friday. Yarra’s total was 199 points. Donna Buang House was second with 187, Yu-

onga 179 and Acheron 137. Championship winners at the sports were Boys’ Open Championship: John Anderson Girls’ Open Championship: Carolyn Colquhoun Under 16 years boys: Peter Bartlett Under 16 years girls: Kerry Gill Under 15 Years boys: Kevin Burrows Under 15 Years girls: Sandra Leith Under 14 years boys: Bill Clement Under 14 years girls: Marie Woodall Under 14 years boys: Ian Chinn Under 14 years girls: Janette Sinclair

Under 12 years boys: Robert Spalding Under 12 years girls: Rita Kitzler Cricket Coaching Class at Warburton Test selector Jack Ryder and state representative Keith Stackpole with Collingwood players will be at Warburton on Saturday, 14 March, to hold coaching classes.

Round Up THE Forestry Commission wants Upper Yarra Shire Council to do something about repairing the bridge across the Little Yarra River leading to Mr Podolinski’s property at Powelltown. The council won’t have any part of it as the bridge is not their responsibility - the road ends at the

riverbank. Who wants the bridge must pay for it! The Adult Education Association of Victoria is conducting its eighth annual Film Festival at Warburton 6-9 March over Labour Day weekend. Accommodation has been arranged at Mayer Chalet and the screenings of films will take place at the Civic Theatre. The theme of this year’s program is ‘Under Thirty’. They will screen a collection of films, each of which will present an insight into the existence of the young and the very young. The presence of youth in a sophisticated, cynical and often unfeeling world has constantly intrigued the artist.

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Dip in crime egies will result in a reduction of this offence, also,” he said. Robbery saw a nearly 40 per cent drop in 2013, with 26 incidents reported to police compared to 43 in 2012, while crime against property rates dropped by nearly 10 per cent and drug offences dropped by 7.5 per cent. Deaths on the road were also an issue in the area, with eight fatalities in the Yarra Ranges in 2013 - a rise of three compared to 2012. Insp Rosemblum said road policing would remain a priority throughout 2014. “We continue with planned visible and covert operations targeting known areas of risk,” he said. “Media education strategies continue in our efforts to reduce serious injury collisions.” The state road toll was 42 on Wednesday 26 February - up 38 from the same time in 2013. The crime rates were compared for the period of 1 January-31 December in 2012 with the same period in 2013.

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By KATH GANNAWAY ANNIVERSARIES are particularly special to Healesville couple Abel and Ann Buissink who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in February. They met at an anniversary party. Ann’s family were invited to Abel’s parents’ silver anniversary. The families came out from Holland in the 1950s and moved to Beaconsfield and Berwick respectively, got to know each other and became very good friends. Abel had come to Healesville to work as a farm manager in 1960 and after their marriage at St Michael’s Catholic Church in Berwick on 1 February, 1964, Healesville became their cherished home. They raised their three children, Rosemary, Carolyne and Peter and made wonderful and enduring friendships.

“It’s been absolutely wonderful,” said Ann who admits she was a bit lost at first, coming from Berwick where her parents owned a local milk-bar business. “We knew everyone and everyone knew us, and I came to Healesville not knowing anyone which was quite a change for me,” she said. The isolation lasted only as long as it took for them to start a family and with infant welfare, kinder, schools and other activities, the same sense of community was quickly established. The celebration on 16 February brought all their family together, including seven grandchildren, all but one member of the wedding party, and friends. Abel said in Holland traditionally the first anniversary celebration comes twelve-anda-half years after the marriage,

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just hang out and do things together,” he said. “The goal for Josh and I is for me to be a bit of a brother figure for Josh and that is what seems to work for our match. “Every match may vary in its goals, but that is what seems to work for us.” The one-on-one mentoring program is based on having fun, sharing interests and recreational activities. Mentors are positive role models for young people who require additional support or friendship outside the family

then 25 and 50 years. But they are very happy each year to mark the day they vowed to spend the rest of their lives together. “We celebrate family and friends and being together,” Ann said. This milestone anniversary was particularly special with each having endured some serious health problems over recent years. “We’ve had some scores, but we’ve weathered it through,” Abel said. “We have been there for each other; supporting each other,” Ann added. Their ingredients for a happy and loving marriage? Show appreciation for each other, don’t hold anything from each other, give and take, communication and trust.

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YARRA Ranges Council Youth Services needs mentors to assist young people reach their full potential through positive relationships. Youth Services is now recruiting volunteer mentors for one-on-one mentoring, driver mentoring and school-based mentoring programs. Local resident and mentor Aaron Barendregt was partnered with mentee Josh 10 months ago as part of the oneon-one mentoring program. “It was a requirement for uni to do some sort of community engagement work and I had been thinking of doing some sort of a mentoring thing for a while, so that gave me the kick to get started. “So I emailed them and got involved and was eventually matched with Josh about 10 months ago. “It’s been going really well since then.” Mr Barendregt explained that as part of the mentor program you are matched for one year to hang out and do activities together. “We have gone kayaking, played archery and all sorts of other activities that allow us to

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WHILE crime rates are rising across the state, the Yarra Ranges saw total crime drop in the past year, despite rising domestic violence rates. Victoria Police released its latest round of crime statistics on Wednesday 26 February, comparing 2013 crime rates to the year before. Crime across Victoria rose 3.1 per cent in 2013, though the Yarra Ranges Police Service Area (PSA) saw a drop of 4.5 per cent overall. Family violence incidents rose by 6 per cent in 2013, with 380 individual offences recorded compared to 358 in 2012. Yarra Ranges Inspector Paul Rosemblum vowed that Yarra Ranges police would continue to make family violence a priority in the coming year. “It is clear that we are progressing in the right direction as there is increased reporting of family violence matters with a noted increase in referrals to support agencies,” he said. “We will work closely with

council and other agencies to make headway in this area. “A domestic family violence unit has been implemented and is of great assistance, providing expertise, guidance and confidence in targeting this issue.” The rise in family violence is consistent with the state’s figures, which saw statistics rise 9 per cent - or 1793 offences from the year before. Assault in general - which includes family violence - saw an 11.2 per cent rise. According to Insp Rosemblum, burglary was another key focus for police, with a dramatic fall of 26.6 per cent in residential burglary and a 24.1 per cent increase in commercial and other burglaries. Insp Rosemblum said Yarra Ranges police had taken “significant effort” in targeting burglary across the field, though the rise in crime rates remained a concern. “Commercial burglary continues to be an issue, but I am confident that our crime strategies combined with media strat-

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LEAVE AND LIVE. Eyes wide open SUMMER may be officially over, but police and emergency services are warning would-be arsonists that crackdowns on firebugs will continue. CrimeStoppers Victoria CEO Samantha Hunter said that, though summer finished on Friday 28 February, arson remained a large focus for police. “Arson is an activity of enormous concern to the community, and there is a great willingness to provide information confidentially to CrimeStoppers,” she said. “Arsonists should be aware that it is not only Victoria Police who is taking a keen interest in their activities, but it is neighbours, friends or colleagues that are acting as our eyes and ears.” Ms Hunter said that each year since the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires, community reporting of suspicious or dangerous fire behavior had increased. Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Tim Cartwright urged the

community to keep a vigilant watch on suspicious fire activity as the colder months approached. Penalties for arson can include up to 25 years in jail, while being found guilty of recklessly lighting a fire can result in fines of up to $34,000 and 15 years in jail. Ms Hunter said it was also important for communities not to forget about their fire plans as winter drew closer, and to have a plan ready and up-to-date. “If you live where suburbs interface with grasslands, state forests or bushlands we encourage you to not only be on the lookout for suspicious activity, but to have a fire plan,” she said. Suspicious or dangerous fire activity can be reported to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Residents should contact triple zero in the event of an emergency.

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Touching farewell to Chloe By KATH GANNAWAY CHLOE Blackney’s family were beside her every step of the way as she was farewelled last week with beautiful tributes, tears and courage. She would have been proud of them all. Among the more than 800 hundred people at the Heritage Pioneer Chapel at Woori Yallock on Wednesday, 26 February, were students, teachers and parents from Launching Place Primary School where Chloe was in her final year and many friends and family from the Yarra Glen community. Chloe, 11, was killed, along with family friend Gary Theobold, when a truck crashed into the car he was driving on Saturday, 15 February, at Steels Creek. Chloe was a back seat passenger. Her

best friend Hayley Theobald and Hayley’s brother Lachlan were also in the car, on their way to Funfields in Whittlesea to celebrate Hayley’s 12th birthday. Celebrant Andrew Henley spoke of the special relationships Chloe shared with her brothers Rhys and Brock and sister Holly, with her 15 cousins, uncles and aunties, and her adoring grandparents. He spoke of a little girl who might one day have been a teacher, who loved being in the school aerobics team and family holidays, and who was fearless when it came to going on the biggest and scariest rides at the theme parks. Simon and Kylie spoke bravely of their cute little girl who loved ice-cream and chocolate, loved pushing everything to the limit, had a

finely-tuned sense of humour, and who was developing into a beautiful young lady “She loved that she belonged to our family,” Kylie said. Simon spoke of how she valued her friends and read a message from Hayley that listed the things she would miss - her contagious smile, funny sense of humour, the way she talked so fast and her smelly farts. “We started kinder together and stuck together like chewing gum on a shoe,” she said. She shared her most heartfelt grief. “I wish this was a terrible nightmare and I would wake up and we would nearly be at Funfields,” she said. To which everyone in their hearts echoed “Amen”.

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Leadership from China EIGHT Mater Christi students will be jetting off to China later this month for a six-week stay, as part of a $13 million government program. Year 9 students Jocelyn Bennett, Simone McPeake, Rebecca Langford, Gemma Sammut, Tian Gibson, Eleanor Patten, Ciara Flanagan and Brianna Pettenuzzo will be sent off to China on 18 March as part of the Victorian Young Leaders to China Program. The eight Belgrave students, along with 62 others from government and Catholic schools around the state, will stay in the area for six weeks, exploring key cultural sites and learning the local language.

The young leaders will spend a week undertaking intensive Mandarin language training, before spending a week visiting key sites in the country and four weeks in classes at leading schools. Education Minister Martin Dixon announced on Sunday 2 March that the students would be accompanied by nine educators, who would participate in a special professional development program. Once they have returned to Australia, the educators will bring back what they have learned overseas to help improve Victorian schools and their learning standards. Mr Dixon said the six-week journey

would help to forge the links between Australian and Chinese cultures in education. “The benefits of this program will extend far beyond the students and educators taking part - it will be a catalyst for promoting Chinese language and culture in schools across the state,� he said. He said the government had an aim of making sure all students from Prep through to Year 10 were studying a language by 2025 - with Preps beginning in 2015. The young leaders will be returning from the trip on 27 April. For more information, visit www. education.vic.gov.au/youngleaders

Tian, Rebecca, Simone, Jocelyn, Gemma, Eleanor, Ciara and Simone will head to China later this month for a six-week leadership program.

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MATER Christi College has celebrated the high achievements of the Year 12 Class of 2013, with a special presentation assembly. Ferntree Gully student Erin McKernan and Sarah Alley from Belgrave were two of the 17 students who achieved ATAR scores over 90. Erin was college dux with an ATAR score of 97.95. She has accepted an offer to Monash University to study biomedical science, while Sarah who achieved an ATAR score of 97.75, has been accepted into commerce/law at Monash University. Principal Mary Fitz-Gerald said nearly one-third of students achieved an ATAR over 80.

“This is very exciting for our students and their families,� she said. “However, an ATAR score is only part of the outcomes of schooling - our college prides itself on developing strong, resilient young women who will thrive in whatever path they choose. “So what is really exciting for us is the diversity of pathways our students take in their studies and their engagement in their community.� In support of this point, the class of 2013 has been offered places in a wide range of courses including advertising, criminology, engineering, wildlife and conservation biology, applied public health/global stud-

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During 2013 Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected Pope and became Pope Francis and since that time he has gone about changing and growing the Catholic Church from within. Like most who lead he does this not by only word, but by the example that he gives us and clearly his is a different style of leadership. Firstly he chose to live in community rather than the isolation of the beautiful papal chambers and he prefers simple clothes rather than the rich robes of his predecessors. He has been seen driving around Rome in a simple car rather than a limousine and he rejects much of the trappings of his office. Pope Francis is interested in relationships and his model for change involves prayer, discernment and consultation by listening in earnest to those involved, but especially to the poor. Pope Francis has gone about remodelling for us the style of leadership that we in Catholic Education have known for some time. We call it “servant leadership” and it is obviously based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Servant leadership asks a great deal from us because it calls us to be all that we can be. It compels us to develop our talents and gifts. It helps us to understand that each of us has been blessed and thus we in turn must grow those gifts and share them with others. Each of us is and must be God’s gift to the world. Service demands that we give of ourselves and of our best to others and here once again Pope Francis has given us the theme for Catholic Education week in 2014. The theme of “Entrust Yourselves to God and Dare to Dream” originated in a tweet by Pope Francis to young people in April 2013 and Joe Doolan from the Catholic Education Office in Melbourne tells us that “Pope Francis encourages all young people to embrace the grand plan that God has for each person, a vision that includes personal integrity, strong relationships with others, service of the Kingdom and a shared vigilance for our world”. Thus each one of us is being called to be a better person and to better ourselves. God wants us to dare to dream and then to bring that dream to reality. Pope Francis has modelled the way to give birth to those dreams. Seek advice and trust in those who support you; don’t be deterred by criticism; plan and seek clarity (from God by prayer) and then have the courage to … Ours is a message of hope. God bless

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Dental clinic is wide open INSPIRO’S mobile dental clinic is now open in Healesville and Yarra Junction. Parents with a health care card or pensioner concession card that have children aged up to 18 years of age are able to access Inspiro’s public dental services for free. In addition, pregnant women (who are concession card holders) and their children are prioritised, so that means they can skip the waiting list and get the first available appointment. In fact, all children (with or without a concession card) up to 12 years old can skip the wait list. Non-concession card holders can

also skip the wait list by using the private dental services. Primary school children are only charged $31 for a full course of treatment and those with Child Dental Benefits Schedule entitlements and private health insurance are also welcomed. Those unsure of their eligibility can call Inspiro’s reception team which can help determine the fastest and most cost effective way for them and their family to visit their dentists. For convenience, Inspiro is now open in more places, more often. Hours at Inspiro’s Lilydale clinic have also been extending.

Inspiro’s mobile dental clinic is open Tuesdays and Wednesday at Yarra Valley Community Health, 2/297 Maroondah Highway, Healesville, Thursdays at Upper Yarra Family Centre, 2444 Warburton Highway (corner of Hoddle Street), Yarra Junction and Monday to Friday, including Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings, at 17 Clarke Street, Lilydale. Bookings are essential. To request an appointment in Healesville, Yarra Junction or Lilydale, call Inspiro on 9738 8801. For more information, visit inspiro. org.au.

GARDENING is a healthy activity from which anyone of any age can benefit. It provides relaxation, fresh food, enjoyment, social contact and exercise, and flowers. In an increasing number of towns throughout Yarra Ranges, residents don’t even have to have their own garden to reap the benefits. Community gardens are growing up everywhere and while they all have a different look, space or aim, the one thing they have in common is bringing people together for a healthy activity. The Warburton Community Garden was started about a year ago under the wing of Warburton Advancement League by a group of people who were interested in having edible food growing right in town. There are garden boxes along the river walk behind the Bendigo Bank and behind the Upper Yarra Arts Centre as well as in the primary garden next to Warburton Wellbeing in the main street.

The garden is growing well, but organiser Kirsty Chalmers says orgnisers need more hands to really have the gardens growing to capacity and looking good. “If there is anyone interested in community gardening, in whatever form, we would love them to come along and join in,� she said. While there are enough people to keep the gardens watered over summer even in that basic, and enjoyable, task, a bit of help would be welcome. Recognising that people are busy and not always able to attend working bees, Kirsty said organisers would soon be putting up a notice board that identifies what needs to be done in the garden so people can be more flexible with their involvement. “We really feel there may be people in the community who would enjoy gardening, either with friends, or with other members of the garden group but who may not realise the community garden is here,� she said.

Community gardening Amy and owner Pia Wilkinson, with, behind from left, Kristy Chalmers, Marie Lumsden-Keys, Virginia Smith and Alvyn Williams. 115910 Picture: ROB CAREW

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Vacation to vocation By KATH GANNAWAY A LIFETIME ambition for one woman, and holiday encounters for two others, have seen three Upper Yarra women make a difference in remote and impoverished villages on Australia’s doorstep. They are interesting and inspiring women who will share their stories when the Upper Yarra Women of Interest series presents its International Women’s Day Lunch at Warburton on Friday 7 March. Jean Thomas, 42, grew up in Don Valley and since childhood has had a passion for conservation work. She worked at Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary but has spent the past decade in Papua New Guinea where she and husband Jim have worked with the Tenkile Conservation Alliance to conserve endangered tree kangaroos in the remote West Sepik area. The outcomes have been much broader with her approach of combining conservation and sustainable living programs with her work with women and children on health issues resulting in an increasing animal population, a decrease in childhood diseases and improved sanitation and water supplies. As a team Jean and Jim have been recognised with many awards including the Australian Geographic Conservationist of the Year Award last year.

Jean Thomas, left, and Glenda Towan, right, with talk with Women of Interest organiser Kerry Nicholas. 115850 Picture: KATH GANNAWAY Glenda Towan, 58, is from MillFor five years they have raised grove and has lived in the Yarra Val- money selling second-hand goods ley for 32 years. at local markets and have returned In 2008 Glenda and husband Rob annually providing water tanks and took a Pacific island cruise that set other essentials including clothing them on a course with the small is- and medical and education supplies. land community of Buliya. Glenda was given permission to “What started out as a vacation teach in the primary school for three ended up a vocation,” Glenda says months and says she gained amazof their initial visit to the island of ing insights into the lives and culture of the villagers, but that it was also 80 people. What they found was a commu- incredibly tough. Kerry Jorgensen grew up in the nity devastated by drought and a cyclone, a desperate need for clean Yarra Valley. She retired last year as principal drinking water and other necessities.

of Warburton Primary School, a job she shared with husband Neil, and, like Glenda, she has taught at several local schools. She too found her other vocation while on vacation. Kerry and Neil became involved in supporting a local primary school and orphanage in Bali, first as sponsors, they running the sponsorship program for the school which is supported by many valley people. For the past five years they have been fund-raising and acting as a conduit for funds for the orphanage. “The school has grown from 100 students to over 500 because this sponsorship program is in place and the school buildings have improved over that time,” Kerry said. The audience will have the opportunity to delve further into these women of interest at the lunch which runs from noon to 3pm at the Upper Yarra Arts Centre. Thanks to support by the Warburton/Yarra Junction Community Bank and Yarra Ranges Council, the only entry cost is a gold coin donation and something to share for lunch. For more information phone organisers Kerry Nicholas on 9439 039 171 or Alison O’Brien on 0428 966 889.

Quilts to snuggle up for the sick kids By JESSE GRAHAM QUILTERS are assembling for their annual show this month in Coldstream, aiming to display their work, raise money and deliver quilts to sick children. The Patchwork Collection Friendship Group’s annual quilt show will be held from Saturday 15 to Sunday 16 March at Wallace’s Garden at 7 Maddens Lane, Coldstream.

The show, which has been held since 2009, aims to raise money for dedicated quilters to make quilts for patients at the Royal Children’s Hospital. Event organiser Bev Busiko said the group behind the show had formed in 2007 to make quilts for very sick children through the Victorian Quilters Snuggly Quilts project. She said that she hoped the community would come out to support

the cause. “There are lovely quilts on display and some for sale,” she said. “You can come and look at the quality of the donators’ quilts.” The friendship group had come together through classes at a Healesville patchwork shop and, after the 2009 bushfires, co-ordinated donations of about 6000 quilts to fireaffected communities. Other attractions at the quilt

show include a cash-only trading table offering discounted fabrics, a raffle, special quilts on display and Devonshire teas made with local jams. Admission to the quilt show is $5, with doors open from 10am4pm at the Coldstream gardens. For more information ring Pat on 0418 993 428 or Anne on 5962 4792.

Badger Creek Primary School principal Simon Prior with members of the 40s and 50s reunion group Kevin Mason, Val Sanders and Mervyn Bullas at the Old School Building. 115838

School’s story is on the board By KATH GANNAWAY HISTORY boards telling the story behind the then and now of Badger Creek State School No 3309 will be launched on Friday 7 March at the Badger Creek Old School building. The idea to have a permanent display that tells the history of the school since it opened in 1899 and the original school building that has served for the past 20 years as a community hall came from a reunion in 2011 of students from the 1940s and 1950s. With wonderful memories of school days spent in the old school building revived, an enthusiastic group of the former students funded the project. Grade five and six students from Badger Creek Primary School worked on the history of the school up until its relocation to make way for the new school in 1989. Members of the Badger Creek Old School Building Committee of Management and friends provided the information for the second board that tells the story of the move and its on-going use as a Yarra Ranges Council-owned community facility. Committee of Management chairman Arthur Harford said it was a project that will add to the community’s appreciation of the history of education and the school building itself and promote opportunities for its future use. Kevin Mason, a committee member, member of the 1940s/50s reunion group and president of the Healesville Historical Society, said the boards would be a tremendous community asset. “A lot of visitors from overseas and interstate (visiting Healesville Sanctuary) come over to see the building and wonder what it is,” he said. “These boards will give a solid background of the history for visitors, and for many locals who don’t know a lot about the history of the school itself.

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not on Llewyn’s side and his bitter demeanour leaves him struggling hard as winter sets in and times get tough. There are many funny moments in the film that bring the piece out of the darkness - particularly when John Goodman’s character enters the fray - but most of time, the bleakness of Llewyn’s situation will be at the forefront. The scenery and a strong un-

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HIGH ON QUALITY LIVING WHEN visitors enter this home space, quality is the first thing they will notice. It has three large living areas with top quality fittings and floor coverings throughout, a fully equipped kitchen with island bench, formal lounge and dining, meals and a large family room, sitting room which includes a wood heater. The master bedroom comes complete with a full ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, and three more bedrooms with wardrobes complete the inside of this quality home.

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Extras include ducted heating and evaporative cooling. Outside continues with an oversized two car garage, 3.3 Kw of solar panels, alfresco outdoor entertaining area with landscaped gardens front and back. A coloured driveway completes this beautiful family home. It is in walking distance to the main street and the many events the Yarra Valley has to offer makes it all the more attractive.

Healesville Inspect: By appointment Price: $530,000 plus Contact: Peter Wal, 0418 319 333 Rosier Real Estate, Yarra Glen, 9730 1900

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“Shirley Heights” - 157 ACRES Renowned horse property in the picturesque Yarra Valley only approx. 1 1/4 hour from Melbourne. An impressive 5 bedroom residence with dual living overlooks the substantial pastured & fenced property. Abundant water with 13 mg. diversion permit plus spring fed dam and bore, massive Indoor Riding arena (80m x 20m) plus 2 outdoor arenas. There´s also a timber barn, stables, tack and feed rooms, round yard, 6 main paddocks plus day yards. Previously known as “Shirley Heights Equestrian Centre” with loads of opportunity. Ideal lifestyle property - buyers from $1.5m should inspect. See ‘www.shirleyheightsproperty.com.au’ Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 Inspection Sat 12.30 -1pm

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10 ACRES (approx) SURROUNDS THIS 6 BEDROOM MASTERPIECE!! This impressive home featuring 5 plus study or 6 generous bedrooms & master offering a luxurious appointed ensuite with dble shower & spa. Stunning kitchen, stone bench tops & equipped with quality appliances throughout overlooking a spacious living/dining area, formal lounge, rumpus / billiard room & large double garage under roofline with internal access. The winding staircase leads to an upstairs area with ample bedrooms and bathrooms for the family while outside offers a stunning solar heated pool, paved entertaining area, spa & resort style guest house complete with indoor BBQ and bathroom. Everything is catered for in this property including 130sqm shed 10 glorious acres (approx), fully fenced & stunning views. This unique & stylish property is only 10 minute drive to Lilydale. Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 Inspection Wed 5.30 -6pm & Sat 1 -1.30pm

Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 28 years

Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 29 years

Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 18 years

Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

Laird Coulter 0419 007 917 42 years

Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 9 years

Carly De Graaf Property Manager

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

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This gem of a property is bursting with surprises from the moment you walk down the driveway, beginning with a park-like front yard with beautiful native plantings. The modernized home provides open plan living with the family room offering a cozy wood fire, natural gas ducted heating & a functional stylish galley kitchen. The master has a full ensuite & sports glorious views to a lovingly maintained botanical garden and superb mountain vista while beds 2 and 3 being separately zoned from the main living and with the family bathroom give a private area for the kids to chill out and also enjoy the views. Outdoors you will benefit from the labors of a loved garden with various fruit trees, all of this walking distance to public transport & the beautiful Yarra River. A must see property!

Nestled into a private and secure cul de sac is this lovely family home, with bright and airy open plan living, stunning views and a wonderful lifestyle assured. The home comprises of 3 or 4 bedrooms, modern kitchen, large master with full ensuite, large living with wood fire and split system and a bonus outdoor zone with pool, privacy and again those great views. The fully fenced rear yard provides plenty of space for the kids to play and the puppies to run around and the neat as a pin front yard is lovingly landscaped and frames a very pretty brick house. If good sized family living, security and great neighbors are high on your list, then you can´t by pass this home that has it all.

Contact Samantha Price on 0438 795 190 or 5967 1277 Inspection Sat 11 -11.30am

Contact Samantha Price on 0438 795 190 or 5967 1277 samantha@bellrealestate.com.au

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2 TITLES - 2 ACRES (APPROX) Bring your tools and bring the paint, restore this little piece of History back to its original glory and reap the benefits on offer including glorious mountain views, 2 acres approx of natural bush, lock up garage all within a short walk to picturesque Yarra River, local coffee shops, school and Warburton trail. Features of years gone by include high ceilings, timber walls, combustion stove, the old fireplace, large bedrooms and spacious country style kitchen. Roll up your sleeves, bring the tools and secure this little gem in sought after Warburton Township.

A private gem with a sealed driveway, all this house needs is someone to call it home!A large paved, undercover outdoor area and magnificent views across the valley, this home is a must see on your inspection list. Comprising of three bedrooms, separate bathroom and quaint kitchen overlooking the spacious back yard and hills beyond. A wood heater for chilly nights and air conditioner for warmer days, all this within walking distance to public transport, local shops and Rail Trail

Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 Inspection Sat 11 -11.30am

Contact Laird Coulter on 0419 007 917 or 5966 2530 Inspection Sat 11 -11.30am

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Perfectly situated to take in all the beautiful views the Valley has to offer yet at the same time conveniently located within walking distance to town, rail trail and bus stop, this immaculately presented Townhouse will impress! Offering gas ducted heating, split-system cooling, gas cooking, well appointed kitchen and large size rooms including a huge bathroom. This two bedroom townhouse is perfect for those looking for something that is low maintenance yet with plenty of room to move plus a beautiful North facing outlook. Not forgetting the private courtyard with space for the BBQ & entertaining, lock up garage, landscaped gardens and fabulous views...

From the moment you step inside this home you will appreciate its character & size, 4 large bedrooms, lounge plus adjoining family area, stunning new kitchen, 2 split systems, wood heating & a large deck. This home oozes charm yet offering all the modern conveniences a family needs. Outside there is a large 6 car garage with 3 phase power, plenty of parking area, a great cubby house, fenced rear yard for the kids plus an additional paddock where you can keep the family pony! Almost an acre of land,walk to the Primary School or catch the bus only 2-3 mins to High School & the township of Yarra Junction.. What more could you ask for?

Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

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Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 29 years

Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 18 years

Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

Laird Coulter 0419 007 917 42 years

Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 9 years

Carly De Graaf Property Manager

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Tegan Ward Property Management

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This great commercial property is centrally located in main street of Healesville. Offering approximately 172.2 SQM of floor space, 2 car parking spaces at rear, split systems, private toilets and fantastic street exposure. This old well • Manicured gardens with a heated saltwater pool maintained ground floor ex bank building would •suit a variety Zoned reverse cycle air conditioning of businesses ranging from consulting suites to •an a la carte Manicured gardens with a heated saltwater pool restaurant. Please contact our office for details.

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288 Maroondah Highway Healesville, VIC 3777, Australia.

Ph: 5962 5166 fax: 5962 5987

Contact: Michelle Jones, 0411 085 631 or Michael Robinson, 0418 505 635

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THIS renowned acreage property in the picturesque Yarra Valley offers numerous possibilities, from lifestyle living and equestrian pursuits to grazing cattle. An impressive country residence of more than 60 squares with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, four living areas and dual accommodation, it offers a magnificent view of the mountains as well as overlooking the substantial pastured and fenced property. The massive indoor arena (80m x 20m) has seating, lighting and has been run as a riding school for many years. There are also two other outdoor arenas, another huge shed, stables complex, barn with bunkhouse, round yard, tack and feed rooms plus day yards. The gently undulating land is virtually all cleared and pastured with six main paddocks with water plus a 13-megalitre diversion permit from the Little Yarra River, plus spring-fed dam and bore. Previously known as “Shirley Heights Equestrian Centre” with sealed road frontage and only minutes from Warburton Highway with easy access to the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

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$340,000 - $370,000

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On a low maintenance 690sqm approx. block, backing onto the creek, this brick home could do with a small makeover but is comfortable to live in as is. • 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 with BIR’s • Polished timber floorboards • Outdoor undercover entertaining deck • Double length carport • Walking distance to local school and kindergarten

Located on approx 880sqm within just a couple of minutes’ walk to Town, this 3 bedroom home is ideal for 1st homebuyers & investors alike. • Two separate living areas • Family bathroom with spa • Gas ducted heating • Coonara wood heater • Split system heating / cooling • Remote lock up garage with workshop & mezzanine Be quick, this one won’t last long!

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In a convenient location to Town, and offering stunning views, this immaculate 3 bedroom home is sure to satisfy even the fussiest of buyers! • Master bedroom with en-suite & spa • Large study area • Open plan gourmet kitchen • 2 Levels of entertaining deck • Gas log fire & split system heating/ cooling • Double carport with dry access • Low maintenance block • Spectacular views Inspect: Contact:

Saturday 11 - 11.30am Gary Lucas 0407 595 113 Internet ID #: 2567960

Max Brown Healesville – Maroondah Highway, Healesville

$393,000

New Unit In Town You won’t find a better location. Literally only a minutes walk to town, is this quality townhouse. Features include: • 3 Bedrooms with ensuite to master • Double lock up garage with internal access • Caesar stone bench tops & quality appliances • Mains gas ducted heating • Rear entertaining deck If it’s convenience you’re looking for, you won’t find better than this. Call now! Inspect: Contact:

Saturday 11 - 11.30am Gary Lucas 0407 595 113 Internet ID #: 2398657

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comprises a large modern kitchen, comfortable lounge with split system and gas log fire as well as a formal dining room. There are three bedrooms plus a sunroom and study. A great outdoor entertaining area is the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and terraced gardens. There is a single garage with storage space and a single carport. Located close to the township of Warburton and the Yarra River this property has a lot to offer and an inspection will not disappoint. View on www.mcmath.com.au id no: 708797

Please Contact Ashleigh Hall or team on 59671800

Please Contact Chris Lord or team on 59671800

$230,000 - $250,000

MILLGROVE

$295,000 - $330,000

First Home Owners or Investors

In Need of TLC

The Ideal Start or Perfect Investment?

* Brick home on 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite

* Located on a peaceful street in Warburton with loads of potential!

* Well maintained brick home on 827 sqm (approx)

* Fenced, near level block (615m2 app)

* Two bedroom, one bathroom home is set on 1,118 m2 (app)

* 3 bedrooms with built in robes

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* Located on large peaceful block on a no through road * Large 4 bedroom + study home with stunning views * Retreat with 2 extra bedrooms * Comfortable lounge & family room plus sunroom * Back deck & beautiful garden with fruit trees & veggie patch * 2 wood heaters & split system * Concrete driveway, single carport & extra parking spaces * Close to schools & town Open for Inspection Saturday 8 March 12.00-12.30pm 2 Shirley Road, Warburton View on www.mcmath.com.au id no: 705474

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WOORI YALLOCK $300,000 - $330,000

Spacious Home on Over 1/3 acre (approx)

* Natural gas ducted heating, wood heater and air conditioner

* Split system, wood heater, ducted heating/cooling

* High ceilings & floorboards throughout

* Covered deck & double lock up garage, currently used as a man cave * Close to shops, transport and schools

* Big kitchen with stainless steel appliances

* Wood heater & an undercover entertaining area

* Lovely established gardens with various fruit trees & veggie patches

* The only work to be done here is cosmetic

Open for Inspection Saturday 8, 15 & 22 March 1.00-1.30pm

* Paved entertaining area with double carport & garden shed

3 Barrett Court, Woori Yallock

* Close to town and public transport

View on www.mcmath.com.au id no: 703831

View on www.mcmath.com.au id no: 682133

View on www.mcmath.com.au id no: 705471

Please Contact Ashleigh Hall or team on 59671800

Please Contact Ashleigh Hall or team on 59671800

Please Contact Ashleigh Hall or team on 59671800

Ashleigh Hall Director/Licensed Agent

Chris Lord Sales Consultant

Ian Shipton Sales Consultant

Andrew McMath Licensed Agent

Lyndal McMath Hall Licensed Agent

* Great opportunity for 1st home or investment

Wendy Adams Licensed Agent

Melinda Darwall Licensed Agent

Mia McKay Sales Support/Administration

3371 Warburton Hwy Warburton

5966 2800

Briana McCarthy Personal Assistant

Kristen Johnston Professional Photographer

2460 Warburton Hwy Yarra Junction sales@mcmath.com.au

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LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY Inspect: By appointment Price: $530,000 price reduced Contact: ASHLEIGH HALL AT ANDREW MCMATH REAL ESTATE, YARRA JUNCTION, 5967 1800

SET up for horses or as a small hobby farm, this property is located a stone’s throw from the township of Yarra Junction. Set on approximately five acres, the property’s features include a floodlit arena, four well fenced paddocks, three stables, a secure lock-up tack room, a large open shed with high roofline to accommodate horse floats/trucks, a hay shed, water tank set up for the paddocks, and roller door access through the shed and workshop to access the rear of the property. The main house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a renovated kitchen with

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Due to our new ofice location at 272 Maroondah Highway Healesville Eview Real Estate Partners Yarra Valley can now offer a full property management service to our respected clients past and present managed by our experienced and dedicated property manager Jodie Young. Is your property in good hands? Are you 100% satisied with your current situation? If you currently have a rental property and it is not being managed comprehensively, Eview Real Estate Partners Yarra Valley are now offering Your irst 2 months management fees with us, for FREE. Make the switch today and let us take responsibility for your property. We will ensure we maximise your income and protect your greatest asset. All you have to do is say YES! And we will look after the rest!! Call me today on 5962 1053 to action a worry free 2014! It’s often the simple steps that are missed which then cause greater problems to an Investment portfolio. Below are the steps we will believe can make a world of difference? -

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Some say the best way to succeed in business and investment is to keep good company. This shop has a big future if the success of its close company is to be considered. Situated Immediately opposite the hugely popular or even iconic Healesville business’; the Innocent bystander. The White Rabbit and the family favourite, the Beechworth Bakery. The shop offers over 100 sq mtrs of easily accessible and very visible space and would suit Retail and Office uses. Immediately next door to the transitioning site of the McKenzie Bus Terminal, this location exudes an air of excitement as the next big step in the evolution of our East End Business District takes shape. Auction Date Sat 15th March @ 11:30am Open times Each Tuesday @ 1pm Thursday @ 11:00am Saturday @ 11:00am For details please Contact; Ian Vine Licensed Estate Agent 0488 179 767

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76 Maroondah Highway NEW LISTINGS!!! HEALESVILLE HEALESVILLE SHOWS OFF ONE OF IT’S BEST QUALITY & SPACE!!! When you enter this home space and quality is the first thing you

towards describing this magnificent property with a surprise in every corner. The home comes with two living areas, starting with a formal lounge with cathedral ceilings and wood heater, the fully equipped kitchen includes quality appliances lots of bench space, adjoining meals and family area all with polished floors. The master bedroom includes an ensuite. There are 3 more bedrooms plus study, 3 bathrooms in total, separate toilet. Extras include heating and cooling, outside continues with a large machinery shed, a second storage shed, a little over 6 acres of land with lots of cleared space makes this property the perfect country retreat. Call for your private inspection today.

will notice. It has 3 large living areas with top quality fittings and floor coverings throughout, fully equipped kitchen with island bench, formal lounge and dining, meals and a large family room, sitting room which includes a wood heater. The master bedroom comes complete with a full ensuite and walk in robe, 3 more robed bedrooms complete the inside of this quality home. Extras include ducted heating, evaporative cooling. Outside continues with an oversized 2 car garage, 3.3 Kw of solar panels, alfresco outdoor entertaining area with landscaped gardens front and back, coloured driveway complete this beautiful family home. Walking distance to the Main Street and the many events the Yarra Valley has to offer makes it all the more attractive. Call today.

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near Healesville Town Centre. There are 4 spacious bedrooms including a large loft bedroom, sharing 2 bathrooms including a stunning, renovated main bathroom. Formal dining adjoins the elegant lounge room with a wood fireplace, spilling out to a verandah with a spa. The well-equipped kitchen boasts stainless steel cooking appliances, with ample space for a breakfast area. At the rear of the block is a covered entertaining area, suitable for alfresco dining in any weather! This exceptional home will appeal to families, yet it currently operates as a very successful B&B, known as Barolo Lodge. An inspection a must!!

within this double storey home will also be matched by the 2800sqm (approximately) block. The home features three distinct living areas catering for a family of any size, a formal lounge with wood heater and separate dining, family room with polished floors, modern timber kitchen with quality appliances, adjoining meals. Master bedroom with ensuite and claw bath, WIR, 2xBIRs and your own private lounge and also include a nursery, 2 robed bedrooms down stairs with shared bathroom effect plus a lounge room, and also a study, 2 more robed bedrooms upstairs, family bathroom. Extra include a double garage, large storage shed, GDH. Enjoy the undercover entertaining area, inground solar heated pool, solar Panels and fully landscaped gardens. This is a large family home and in the perfect location with walking distance to the lakes. So call today to inspect.

Price $495,000 plus View By Appointment Contact Yarra Glen Office 9730 1900 Peter Wal 0418 319 333

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PRICED TO SELL!!! KINGLAKE 2851 Healesville/Kinglake Road THIS 42 ACRES HAS IT ALL CALL TODAY!!! Set on approx. 42 acres is this beautiful property which has 10 acres of almost

adventure, this striking property has 17 mostly-flat acres for you to enjoy! A permanent creek runs behind the property, complementing a dam and over 60,000L of water tanks! Oriented to maximise natural light, the 4 bedroom house could be transformed into a dual-occupancy home, with separate entrances and bathrooms at either end of the house. The large master bedroom adjoins an ensuite, while 3 bedrooms share a spacious family bathroom with a separate shower, bath and toilet. An Arrow wood heater warms the home from the open plan living areas, complementing an electric heater in the dining zone. The rustic-inspired kitchen has both combustion and electric cookers and a walk-in pantry, complemented by gleaming timber benchtops. Thriving veggie gardens and chook pens encourage self-sustainability and ample shedding (with electricity) can accommodate cars, tractors, trailers and tools! Horse owners and hobby farmers will appreciate the fully-fenced property, dotted with gardens and established trees. This property is definitely worth an inspection!

flat cleared land, suitable for horses or cows and the rest beautiful natural bush adjoining the Kinglake National Park with riding and walking tracks. Gently undulating country this nature lover´s paradise is not to be missed. There is an excavated house-site and three shed sites which was created to capture the breathtaking views, with a pre-existing planning permit. Other features are a steel shed, power, 2x5000 gallon concrete water tanks, deep fresh water bore and more. This property is surely to impress that special someone looking to build their dream home and/or business enterprise. Spectacular million dollar views overlooking the wineries of the Yarra Valley and the Dandenongs. Situated on a private yet easy to access property and within 5km to the amenities of the Kinglake township. Call for your inspection today

Price $495,000 plus View By Appointment Contact Yarra Glen Office 9730 1900 Peter Wal 0418 319 333

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1370 Myers Creek Road COUNTRY LIFESTYLE!!! TOOLANGI SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE CALL TODAY!!! If you are looking for the perfect Hinterland Hideaway or a hobby

ever you want. Surrounded by horse properties this is what country living is all about, with your own private driveway that leads you to a 4 bedroom home, other features include a modern black-wood kitchen with an adjoining family meals area, large formal lounge room with a solid fuel fire, 3 generous size bedrooms with built in robes and a 4th bedroom with robes or study. The main bathroom is modern with a separate shower, vanity and toilet. There is a second shower room as well as another separate toilet. Tradesman delight with excellent shedding, a large 20,000 litre water tank and 2 generous stock dams with ample water. This property could be a horse lovers paradise with several fenced paddocks. The home with its front veranda and picture windows is set back to take in the distant hills and countryside views. Just a short drive from the centre of the Yarra Glen township and within an easy drive to the business centre and transport hub of Lilydale. Call to for your private inspection today.

farm, you should consider this 4.5 acre farmlet. A generously proportioned solid brick home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3 living areas await your inspection. The main features include hydronic heating, double insulation and 9 foot ceilings. Formally a commercial market gardeners property, with many features such as several green houses, extensive irrigated sprinkling system with a 2ML Dam and 4ML Bore. For the Tradesman or builder there is a huge 40x60x17 foot tradesman shed with 3 phase power. Nestled within lush pasture this property is only 10 minutes (approx) from the Healesville town centre. If you love the country atmosphere then this most attractive and unique property is highly recommended.

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WOORI YALLOCK Resort Feel at Reasonable Price Relax in or beside the inground solar heated pool watching the palm trees sway in the breeze. This terrific three bedroom plus study brick veneer home is only a short walk to school, kinder, shops, transport and Warburton Trail, but it also has a garage and lots of parking space on the paved driveway. The covered rear verandah looks out on the almost flat fenced yard with fire pit, and inside comforts include new carpet, wood heater and reverse cycle heater/cooler. So spread out in the lounge, entertain in the dining area, cook up a great meal in the kitchen, and enjoy life inside and out. 3

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Handy to Shops, Transport, School This beautifully presented home has a wonderful feeling of space. From the separate entry which leads to the family room/dining area, there is a formal lounge to one side and internal access to the garage on the other. Freshly painted inside and with new carpet this home has the comfort of natural gas heating, a spacious kitchen with ample cupboards, 2 good sized bedrooms and an ensuite effect style bathroom. Ideally located just a short walk from shops, transport and local amenities. An inspection should not disappoint.

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YARRA RANGES PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Preparation of Amendment Amendment C137

FRIDAY 7TH MARCH General Classifieds – 3pm

The land affected by the amendment is the Mooroolbark Activity Centre area. The amendment proposes to introduce a Design and Development Overlay, and rezone the current commercial properties on the west side of Manchester Road adjacent to the railway line, to implement the Mooroolbark Structure Plan and relevant elements of Vision 2020 By Design.

• The Department of Planning and Community Development website www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planning/publicinspection.

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COCKER SPANIEL, purebred, male, black, 15 months old, very active, 978102100077589. $250. 0413 186 683.

The closing date for submissions is 7 April 2014. Submissions must be sent to the undersigned, at the Yarra Ranges Council, PO Box 105, Lilydale 3140, and must reach Council at the above address by 7 April 2014.

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MOBILITY SCOOTER, Pride Celebrity Deluxe, mechanically VGC, some guard damage. $950. Phone 0438 582 029. Coldstream.

PORTABLE SCOOTER, Liberty, light weight, fits in boot, also free standing self help pole. $1,615. 9730 1780. Yarra Glen. SEWING MACHINE, Singer 222K, antique, perfect condition, portable, $498. 0429 624 981. Healesville. WASHING MACHINE, Fisher and Paykel, 5kg top loader, GC, 5 years old. $300. 0413 729 910.

ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES LOUNGE, Jacobean, plus matching chair, EC. $900, the pair. 0420 698 553.

SEWING MACHINE, Singer, tredle, circa 1930, 6 drawers, EC. $395. 9756 7319.

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HEALESVILLE, 2 room, self-contained detached unit, available 12th April 2014. Good condition, all services, sundeck, garden aspect, carport, quiet location, 15 minute walk to shops. No smoking, no pets. $220 per week. References required. Bond one month rent ($953). 5962 6152 or 0411 562 315.

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Safety on Public Land Act 2004 I, Andrew Morrow, Land and Fire Regional Manager, Barwon South West Region, as delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI), give notice pursuant to section 7(1)(a) of the Safety on Public Land Act 2004, that I have made a public safety zone declaration published in the Victoria Government Gazette (General Gazette G9 dated 27/02/2014. The declaration made on 20/02/2014 takes effect 06/03/2014 to 05/03/2015 inclusive. It speciies areas of State forest which have been declared public safety zones for the purpose of conducting ire operations and the maintenance of public safety. It also speciies: the period for which the areas have been declared public safety zones; the times or periods during which access to the public safety zones is restricted or prohibited; activities permitted, prohibited or restricted in the public safety zones; restrictions or conditions (if any) applying to the public safety zones; and persons or classes of persons exempt from their operation. A copy of the declaration, and maps showing the location of public safety zones, may be inspected at: 1. Department of Environment and Primary Industries Regional Ofices at Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Benalla, Traralgon and at 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne, Victoria, 3002 (by appointment with the Planned Burning Delivery Manager, telephone 136 186). 2. Department of Environment and Primary Industries internet web site at: www.depi.vic.gov.au/forestry-and-land-use/visiting-parks-andforests/closures-of-parks-and-forests Andrew Morrow Land and Fire Regional Manager, Barwon South West Region as delegate of the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Primary Industries www.depi.vic.gov.au Customer Service Centre 136 186

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BAY GELDING, 16yo, very quiet, pretty, going to waste as rider is injured, vet check welcome, comes with references, known locally, up to date with dental, worming, etc, easy to catch, shoe, float, has been used for adult riders, polite and educated. $2,000. 0425 728 546. Healesville.

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Appliance Industry Assoc. member. GOLF CLUBS, A grade, bag, buggie and extras. $150. 9723 4709. 0411 417 885.

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The Yarra Ranges Shire Council has prepared Amendment C137 to the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme.

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Love Sharon, David, Sophie, Lachlan, Jodi, Thomas, Jake, Chenile, Angela, John, Craig, Lenka and Tate xxxxxxxxxxxxx

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Due to Labour Day Public Holiday the following classifieds deadlines apply for Tuesday 11th March 2014 edition.

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FLOATS AND TRANSPORT HORSE FLOAT, single, neat condition, tarpaulin made to fit, waterproof. Healesville. $1,000 neg. 0425 728 546.

A full time position is available for an experienced/qualified pre-press operator with a busy print shop in the Yarra Valley. The successful candidate will need to be well organised and thorough, be able to work in a team environment and have experience with Adobe & Corel software. The duties will include file correction, creation, imposition and colour correction. Preparation for CTP and digital print, and operation of digital printing & plate making equipment. Customer contact will be required. A creative flair would be useful, but this is not a design job, it is pre-press. Apply jobapplication@breenprinting.com.au 1121142-PB09-14

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BLUEFIN TREKKER, 3m, V hull aluminum boat, reg MY-527,Dunbier gal trailer reg U0-8055.Both complete with all accessories never used. $3,000. 0437 896 510

CARAVAN, Millard, 5m, 1992, dbl island bed, roll out awning, electric brakes, front boot, EC, T99-286. $13,000ono. Ph: 5962 4261. JAYCO, Penguin, 2006, outback, many extras for off road, camp outback in comfort, VGC, $15,500. 9735 1308.

FARM VEHICLES /MACHINERY TRACTOR, Ferguson, FE35, petrol, including 6' mower, VGC, thousands recently spent, a very good tractor. $4,990. 0419 575 039.

MOTORCYCLES SUZUKI, GSXR 750 K2, yellow/black, EC, well looked after, low 13,000kms, new rear tyre, no reg or RWC, engine number R737138005. $6,300. 5964 7867, 0456 614 717.

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HEALESVILLE Community Market came alive on Sunday with one of the first Voice Mob events happening around Yarra Ranges Shire from March through to June. Over 30 public workshops have been held in February with people of all ages and abilities

coming together to sing, dance and enthral with impromptu mass performances in public places. The musical interlude was an added pleasure for marketgoers, many of whom joined in. You never know where the next Voice Mob musical extravaganza will pop up next! See more photos online at mail.starcommunity.com.au

HOLDEN, Berlina, VZ 2006, black, auto, 4 speed, sedan, 167,237 kms, PDW 18 inch rims, CC, 6 cyl, 3.6L petrol, rear park assist, airbags, towbar, electric and tinted windows, sound system with Panasonic touch screen head unit, 2 x 12 inch kicker subs, amp, 6 x speakers, iPod connectivity, interior EC, black/grey. Need to upgrade to a trade vehicle due to work commitments. Vehicle is in EC, been driven responsibly and has been serviced regularly. New number plates will be supplied as personalised plates 'RHYZ' will not be transferred on sale. Reg expires 17/05/14. RWC will be supplied. $12,000ono. All enquiries Mob: 0418 274 312. HOLDEN, VL Commodore, 1986, 308 auto, gas, no RWC, reg until 05/14, NHD-576. $4,000ono. 5964 6778, 0400 195 617.

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Trials and tribulations By KATH GANNAWAY SEVILLE Pony Club hosted its annual horse trials on Sunday 23 February putting more than 270 competitors through their paces. The riders, from six years old through to mature adults, competed in dressage, show jumping and cross country at the international level Wandin Park Equestrian Centre. Competitors came from across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges and from as far away as Wonthaggi and the Mornington Peninsula to compete in the competition which is a qualifier for the state horse trials in May. Riders wore black arm bands as a stand against domestic violence as part of a state-wide mark of respect in sporting circles following the killing of young cricketer Luke Batty during his club’s practice session. “The Victorian community as

a whole is devastated by the tragic events at Tyabb Cricket Club which resulted in the loss of 11-year-old Luke Batty,” Seville Pony Club president Di Harvey said in her welcome to eventers. “The black arm bands will not only signify support for those directly affected by the dreadful incident in Tyabb but will also show our recognition and support of efforts to address domestic violence and related mental health problems in the community.” Organisers said the day was a great success and thanked the many volunteers who helped out on the day, their sponsors and John and Angela Anker of Wandin Park for their roles in making the day run smoothly. “Without support from these people and businesses, this type of event could not happen,” committee member Lisa Tyrrell said.

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Marlee from the Seville Pony Club, takes Sunny on the Side over Pictures: GREG CARRICK the jumps. 115955

Scoreboard BOWLS Yarra Junction Bowling Club pennant results Saturday 1 March Section 2 semi-finals: Yarra Junction d Upwey Tecoma (102/78) Sunday 2 March Section 2 final: Yarra Junction d Chirnside Park (80/65) The Healesville Bowling Club’s pennant results Saturday 1 March semi-finals: Healesville 1 d Upwey Tecoma (75/69) Sunday 2 March final: Healesville 1 d Mooroolbark 4 (91/78) Warburton Bowls Club pennant results Saturday 1 March semi-final: Warburton 1 (16/99) d Monbulk 1 (2/65) Warburton 2 (18/92) d Ferntree Gully 4 (0/62) Sunday 2 March section grand final: Ferntree Gully 1 (14/71) d Warburton 1 (4/67) Warburton 2 (14/79) d Lilydale 4 (4/74) GOLF WARBURTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday 26 February Stableford winner: R. Neilson (42 points) Runner up: L. Humphris (40 on a count back). Balls down to 36 Nearest the Pin: 9 G. Lord, 15 R. Hottes, 17 M. Dobson. Thursday Twilight Winner: A. Hall (22 points, r/up P Munro (20 C/B). Balls down to 17. Nearest the Pin: 1 K. Kennedy, 3 G. Handasyde, 9 P. Kennedy. Saturday, 1 March Stroke and Monthly Medal A Grade: D. Waters (Nett 64), B Grade: A. Johnson (66). Balls to 72. Nearest the Pin: 3 T. Bickley, 5 D. Fox, 9 P. Munro, 12 P. Kennedy, 15 K. White. Ladies’ Pennant Warburton d Safety Beath 4-3.

TENNIS HEALESVILLE TENNIS CLUB Results Saturday, 1 March Juniors - Mixed singles/doubles Section 5: Chirnside Park 8/40 d Healesville 0/4. Girls single/doubles Section 6: Emerald 5/27 d Healesville 1/11. Open rubbers Section 6: Warrandyte 4/32 d Healesville 2/24. Seniors Open Section 5: Healesville 6/49 (Graeme Chester) d Wesley Uniting 0/27. Open Section 6: Koonung Park 6/49 d Healesville (Robert Cameron) 0/26. Finals begin on 15 March. GREYHOUNDS HEALESVILLE GREYHOUND CLUB Results 2 March. Race one: Just Push On, Acola Rosebud, Where’s Asha. Race two: Ninja Zorro, Bunkers on, Phoenix Pharos. Race three: Hillview Jake, It’s Manic, Senorita Daphne. Race four: Crowdza Chanting, Still Watch, Outer Time. Race five: Arizona Showman, Ninja Blackman, Casboult. Race six: Pedro’s Treasure, Bar The Bullet, Denise Magic. Race seven: Get Me, Special Bomb, Black Thor. Race eight: Five Star knocka, Soldier Spy, Dirty Mary. Race nine: Nancy Devoy, Highlight Star, Jane Eliza. Race 10: Rangatang, Turanza Magic,Voodoo Talk. Race 11: Knocka Express. Fiery Ann, One Bad Wrist. Race 12: Summerland, Brave Crawf, Foxy Bung.

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Seville secures finals berth THE DJ Strachan Shield competition has come down to the final round of the season with six teams battling for three finals positions. Reigning premiers Seville is the only team to secure a finals position. Yarra Junction has all but secured its place in the top four after battling its way back from the depths of despair earlier in the season. Woori Yallock and WarburtonMillgrove have come from the clouds in recent rounds to put their hands up. However, early season front runners Healesville, Coldstream and Mount Evelyn have a battle on their hands to even feature in the end-of-season festivities after demoralising losses. Woori Yallock have boosted their finals chances, while dealing a massive blow to Healesville’s chances with an impressive victory at Queen’s Park. After posting a challenging score of 181, the Tigers had little trouble defending what most thought would be an achievable target. Dynamic Duo Jackson Wright (3/33) and Simon Young (2/24) made crucial early inroads to which the home side never recovered. Stephen Morgan (3/13) once again capitalised on the work of his paceman and polished off an impressive victory keeping the Tigers well in the hunt of a finals position - that two rounds ago looked highly unlikely. Irishman Brian Scanlon (26) and young star Liam Daly (24) did their best to keep the Bloods in the contest. However, with only 129 on the board when the 10th wicket fell, things were fairly comfortable for the visitors. Healesville now finds itself with the

biggest challenge to remain in the finals race as they face an inform Seville side who look ominous on the eve of finals. Woori Yallock probably finds itself in the match of the round against Yarra Junction in a game that promises plenty in a battle between two of the best young teams going around with finals the luring carrot. Warburton-Millgrove also finds itself the biggest winner of Round 13 having beaten Coldstream in a cliffhanger. On day one of the contest, Coldstream posted 181 on their home turf, which is a challenging score at best when the boundaries are so far away. The talented Jason Coghlan (37) and captain Troy Murphy (36) provided the early challenge to the Crocs speedsters as they weathered an early onslaught from tear away Matthew Stark (4/38). A brilliant battle between bat and ball ensued as both sides had patches in the game where they thought they would come out on top. As has been the case on so many occasions over the past decade or so, there is no better man to see his side over the line than the brilliant Mick Walker (37n.o.). Walker’s experience and patience led his young tail to victory with one wicket to spare. With scores tied at the fall of the ninth wicket, the game was poised on a knife’s edge, but nothing was going to deny the Burras of a much-deserved victory and their place in the last dash towards finals action. One would be brave to discount

Coldstream a place in the top four with a final round match up against cellar dwellers Hoddles Creek - however a Wombats victory would not be the first time they have surprised the Crocs this season. Warburton-Millgrove has its destiny in its own hands as it hosts a stumbling Mount Evelyn in a contest it should be confident of winning. Seville made short work of Mount Evelyn as it defended 318 with relative comfort. The task was always going to be a monumental one for the Rovers, however if they could find the resolve to bat out their overs, then anything could have happened. A gritty maiden century from opener Dan Fraser had the Rovers on a similar path to the Blues innings. Regular wickets at the other end at the hands of some disciplined bowling always had the visitors well in front of the contest. With only one other batsman contributing double figures to the cause, the home side was bundled out for 155. Ishara Amarsinghe led the attack with a disciplined effort across the innings. Andy Kay completed a memorable game turning the screws on a floundering Mount Evelyn tail. Seville now faces Healesville in an ideal tune up for finals against a Bloods outfit that will be desperate to keep their season alive. Mount Evelyn has to dramatically change its recent run of outs in the face of a flying Warburton-Millgrove outfit on its home turf - then hope a host of results go its way if it is to advance be-

yond this Saturday. In the final game of the round, Yarra Junction all but secured its much-deserved finals birth, as it did what it had to against a stubborn Hoddles Creek. Chasing a challenging 211 for victory, the Wombats made a dogged start as they got themselves into the contest giving them a chance of chasing the score at 3/63 in the shadows of the tea adjournment. Unfortunately for the Wombats, the challenge became too great in the face of some disciplined bowling from the Eagles. Quinton Hodgkinson (4/32) has announced himself as a genuine match winner this season with both bat and ball. With the support of his captain Daniel Lever (4/58) whose marathon 30 overs gave the visitors no breaks in pressure, bowled Hoddles Creek out for 148. Yarra Junction now has their destiny in their own hands as they face a challenging match against Woori Yallock. A win would shore up a home final, with only a massive defeat opening a remote chance of missing the action altogether. Hoddles Creek only has pride to play for however a second defeat of Coldstream will give them something to hang their hats on after a trying season spent at the foot of the table. DJ STRACHAN SHIELD Yarra Junction 210 (Sharp 44 n.o., Robertson 34, Hottes 27, Lawlor 4/58, Chesney 3/30) d Hoddles Creek 148 (J.Derix 27, Derix 24, Bell 23, Hodgkinson 4/32, Lever 4/58). Warburton-Milgrove 9/183 (Walker 37 n.o., Coghlan 37, Murphy 36, Stark 4/38, Stevens 2/21, Jonson 2/22) d Coldstream 181 (Adams 68, Brambilla 23, McKail 4/37).

Woori Yallock 181 (Diggins 46, Broussard 41, Smith 23, Chandler 3/19, Moore 3/21, Scanlon 2/23) d Healesville 129 (Scanlon 26, Daly 24, Morgan 3/13, Wright 3/33, Young 2/24). Seville 318 (Kay 109, Prouse 67, Akers 41, Witherdin 3/45, Jones 3/62) d Mount Evelyn 155 (Fraser 103, Amarasinghe 4/43, Kay 3/17). RA FINGER TROPHY Seville 7/307 (Oates 107, Woodford 73, Smith 32, Bourke 4/81) d Yarra Glen 9/140 (Evans 72, Kyatt 35, Sandfort 5/16). Woori Yallock 5/131 (Dwyer 47, Jentsch 35, Fawdry 2/14, Davern 2/33) d Healesville 127 (Davern 42, Smith 23, Smith 5/44, Webb 1/18). Yarra Junction 258 (Osborne 72, Fall 70, Chesney 3/27, Robertson 2/17) d Hoddles Creek 9/172 (Leman 47, Finch 40, Bhagya 3/32, Boxall 2/36). Warburton-Millgrove 9/302 (Hadj 110, Loughnan 63, Johns 37 n.o., McArdle 4/70) d Coldstream 8/301 (Taylor 106, Wagner 58n.o., Larder 27, Loughnan 3/71, Mortimer 2/30). C GRADE Seville 6/226 (Proctor 77, McGookin 59, Doyle 3/54) d Mount Evelyn 137 (Doyle 31 n.o., Lane 30, Mullins 3/43). Healesville 9/216 (Waixel 66, Tracy 34, Elliott 3/31) d Marysville 10/207 (Fisher 107, Gleeson 29, Jackson 5/23). Wandin 8/276 (Painter 115, Aitken 44, Carroll 3/38, Merrett 2/40) d Gruyere District 272 (Hodgetts 102 n.o., Harding 47, Gosland 4/72). Launching Place v Bye. D GRADE Wandin 6/273 (Chesney 5/52, O’Brien 63, Mckenzie 61 no, Foden 51) v Hoddles Creek 1/39. Powelltown 7/260 (Long 57, McRory 50, Neale 34 n.o., Fritsch 3/60) d Coldstream 118 (Wheeler 60, McRory 4/8). Yarra Junction 9/120 (Flutter 33 n.o., Cope 4/31) d Launching Place 117 (Colling, Rowley 20, Cook 3/27, Dowdell 2/18). Mount Evelyn 10/225 (Robertson 47, Wilson 42 n.o., Westaway 29, Spargo 4/38, Johnson 2/40, Van Veen 2/47) d Seville 178 (Corken 50, Johnson 25, Johnson 21, Wilson 3/56, Robertson 3/61). Healesville v Bye. C GRADE V D GRADE Launching Place 7/198 (Vandervlugt 60 n.o., McConnell 32, Boyle 4/40, Bolch 2/26) d Healesville 10/93 (Nolan 38, Fitzpatrick 19, Piergrosse 2/15, Hoare 1/9).

Shoot celebrates Woods Club pioneer By John Wood A BEAUTIFUL February day provided fitting conditions to hold the Jack Scott Memorial shoot where the Woods Point Gun Club and the Scott family celebrated the memory of Jack, one of the founding members of the club. It was also the day for the first of the two Woods Point/Mansfield Team shoots for the year. The Eye Opener saw Phillip Desmond and Trevor Ewert off to a good start, with perfect 30/30 scores and a handy cash prize each. The Main event was the 50 target Double Barrel Jack Scott Memorial Trophy, sponsored by the Scott Family, that saw no perfect 50/50. Tom Apps, Phillip Desmond and B Jones scored 49/50 to enter the shoot off for the trophy. Surprisingly, after

only two rounds, Apps and Jones both missing their second target leaving Desmond to claim the trophy, 51/52. The only other shoot off was for 2nd in B Grade and that lasted only three targets with Richard Brown beating Daryl Ewert 49/53 to 48/53. The Grade winners were: AA 1st Desmond 51/52, 2nd Jones 50/52. A Grade saw a win for Apps 49/50 with Ian Findlay 2nd, 48/50. B Grade was won outright by the Hoon, 48/50 with Brown 2nd, 49/53, after his shoot off. Garry Ewert managed a C Grade win, 45/50, Daniel Poile 2nd 45/50. The winner of the Jack Scott Junior Trophy was Jake Murray with an excellent 45/50. The 20 target Jack Scott Handicap Championship, sponsored by Don, Ann, Eddy and Roz Woods was next with a surprising result. President,

John Wood actually shot 20/20 to his complete amazement with Richard Brown in the same squad following suit. All the favoured competitors were so shocked that they forgot to hit all of their owns targets, leaving John and Richard to shoot off for the sash. After eight targets John had his first sash for 2014, 28/28, Richard 2nd, 27/28. Daryl Ewert’s 19/20 gained him the 3rd place prize while Garry Ewert beat R Brill and Peter West to take 4th, 20/22. Junior, Jake Murray’s 17/20 was a good effort for his first shoot at Woods Point’s difficult targets. The 20 target Jack Scott Tower Championship, sponsored by Tom and Cheryl Apps ended the day’s celebrations. Daryl Ewert, Richard Brown and Ian Findlay went into a shoot off after scoring perfect 20/20 scores. After 12 targets, Brown was the proud sash win-

Jake Murray, Phillip Desmond, the Hoon, Garry Ewert, Richard Brown, Tom Apps, John Wood, and Scott Family members, Fiona, Carol, Scott and Frances and Lisa, front, at the Woods Point Gun Club’s Jack Scott Memorial Shoot. ner, 32/32, Findlay 2nd, 32/32. Ewert took 3rd place 29/30 while the Hoon beat Murray and Garry Ewert in another shoot off for 4th place 20/21. The overall High Gun sponsored by the Scott Family was won by Richard Brown 86/90. Woods Point had a re-

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