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Friends of Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail member Phil Wallens said that trail users needed more access to water and toilets, and to behave more courteously. 136150

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“We’re also advocating to VicRoads for better crossings on the trails,” Mr Baimbridge said.

“We’re aware of what needs to be done and are working to try and achieve it.”

The trail follows the path of the historical railway line through the Yarra Valley, starting behind Lilydale railway station and finishing in the Warburton township.

For more details about the trail - including details of toilets and parking, visit www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au.

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a good, long while about the need for more toilets, but we haven’t got anywhere yet,” he said.

Yarra Ranges Council’s executive officer of Recreation and Active Living, Ben Baimbridge, said council was in the process of designing and installing a public toilet on the trail in Woori Yallock this year.

Mr Baimbridge said that five Visitor Nodes were also being established along the trail, with water bubblers for trail users, as well as improved signage to “improve the experience” for all users.

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down the number of people who used the trail annually, he believed over 200,000 people used the iconic 39-kilometre recreation trail every year, with numbers only going up.

Mr Wallens said the issue of access to toilets and water was serious, with a 25-kilometre stretch between Millgrove and Mount Evelyn not immediately serviced with toilets.

Without access to the toilets in some areas, Mr Wallens said that users were left stranded if nature called.

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Mr Wallens echoed these tips, and said it was important for cyclists to not use the trail as a “training track”, and to travel at appropriate speeds near pedestrians and other users.

“There is also quite an onus on pedestrians to realise that it’s a multi-use path and to be a bit careful in terms of wandering all over it,” he said.

He said that while it was hard to pin

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THE Friends of the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail group is imploring users of the trail to display a greater level of ‘trail etiquette’.

As the cooler autumn weather hits the region, greater numbers of walkers, cyclists and horse-riders have hit the iconic trail to enjoy the beautiful surrounds.

Unfortunately, there have been increased reports of the public using the trail without abiding by common-sense trail etiquette.

Examples include alerting other users to your presence and not running on the middle of the track.

It has also become apparent that people haven’t been using nearby toilet facilities before hitting the trail.

In recent months, this has become problematic for those entrusted with ensuring the pathways and nearby areas are kept clean.

Member of the Friends group, Phil Wallens, told the Mail that it was a “difficult situation” on the trail, with cyclists and pedestrians ignoring proper etiquette and risking accidents.

Mr Wallens gave examples of cyclists travelling at great speeds along the track and failing to slow down or use their bell around pedestrians, as well as pedestrians and trail-users not keeping to the left.

He said that, despite walking dogs off-lead being prohibited, users had been letting their dogs roam freely on the path, which posed risks to cyclists, pedestrians and other dogs.

In response to these reports, Yarra Ranges Council is preparing a pamphlet and other methods of communication to help improve trail etiquette.

These include being respectful to everyone on the trail; sticking to the left-hand side and checking before crossing the trail; not blocking the

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No service to 2G mobiles

By KATH GANNAWAY TELSTRA is investigating the cause of problems with mobile phone access in Yarra Junction over the past two weeks.

A number of people contacted the Mail concerned that they were unable to get service on older model mobiles in the Yarra Junction and Warburton areas, as they could get no explanation from the service providers.

A Telstra spokesman confirmed that the problem was with supply of power to the Yarra Junction mobile site, resulting in a loss of 2G mobile coverage.

Pensioner John Sykes from Yarra Junction said he was concerned that Telstra might have been looking at taking 2G connections off the tower.

“I am very happy with my older phone and don’t need anything more,” he said.

“I have health issues and as I no longer have a land line, having a reliable service on my mobile phone is not a luxury, it’s something I need to keep in contact.

“It’s my only means of communication to contact my daughter, if I’m feeling unwell.”

The disruption to the ser-

vice also affected the Yarra Junction Newsagency with one of their older EFTPOS machines off line.

Alex Deans in Warburton was also experiencing a loss of reception, saying he had always been able to get one bar on his older phones, but had lost that two weeks ago.

The Telstra spokesman said technicians had restored the service on Friday after power to the site was recovered.

“The cause of the power issue is still being investigated, but services remain stable and heightened monitoring of the site remains in place,” he said.

ECLC’s Belinda Gillam Derry and CEO Michael Smith with Casey MP Tony Smith and Eildon MP Cindy McLeish at the Healesville office’s first birthday last week. 136161 Picture: PETER DOUGLAS

ECLC back in the black HEALESVILLE’S Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC) was given a life-saving birthday present last week, with cut federal funds re-instated to stave off closure.

At the CLC office’s first birthday celebration in Healesville on Thursday 12 March, Casey MP Tony Smith announced that the centre would have its two-year $400,000 funding grant reinstated.

The announcement came near crunch-time for the centre, with ECLC CEO Michael Smith telling the Mail earlier this year that, due to a lack of funding, it was possible the Healesville office might close.

Healesville’s CLC has provided over 300 people living with family violence or homelessness with free legal advice in the year since it opened its doors.

The funding was originally cut from ECLC’s budget in June 2014, despite being promised when the centre was es-

tablished, leaving uncertainty about whether the office could continue running.

Mr Smith, who has been vocal against the funding cuts, welcomed the announcement and said the “voices of the community” had been heard by the government.

“We are overjoyed by the decision and this funding will ensure the Yarra Ranges CLC has a firm foundation for the future,” he said.

Before the Healesville office opened, residents were only able to utilise ECLC’s free legal advice through outreach programs, which ran around once a month, or by visiting the organisation’s Boronia office, 40 kilometres away.

Mr Smith said that, though the centre had only been running for a year, it had been widely embraced by the community, and thanked Mr Smith for campaigning for the centre in parliament.

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“He has clearly been advocating strongly in Canberra, and we really thank him for this great achievement for our community.”

MP Tony Smith said he had been in regular contact with Michael Smith and had been regularly highlighting the importance of the Healesville ECLC office to Attorney-General George Brandis.

He said the returned money would help ECLC to develop and pilot new programs to help victims of domestic violence, educate the community and engage with other service providers helping vulnerable people in the community.

“Outcomes and learnings from the pilot programs at Healesville will be a valuable input to other services across Australia in the future,” Tony Smith said.

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many emergencies in the local area including major fires, storm events and even flooding. On all occasions we have events like this our local SES Vol-

unteers are out in force to assist in the community.

The need to build a new station will allow the unit to apply for new stateof-the-art equipment and vehicles, including the current target at the unit to raise funds for a replacement vehicle.

I am proud to support the unit’s call for new facilities that will allow a safer and cleaner training area, an area for a shower after a call out and improved facilities for debriefing after major events.

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close affinity with the region.

Up until only a few years ago, Maxwell was still living with his parents in South Belgrave, despite a million-dollar contract in the Indian Premier League.

Of course, this was probably due to the fact he was travelling the globe extensively with his cricket.

Nevertheless, he is still the pride of the Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association.

Maxwell’s journey to superstardom seems to be following the path of fellow hyperactive batsman, David Warner.

Like Maxwell, Warner burst onto the international scene through some whirlwind batting displays in Twenty20 cricket.

Then, it wasn’t long before he became more than a one-hit wonder, establishing himself in the one-day and then Test teams.

The region should be right behind Maxwell in the remaining weeks of the World Cup. Who knows, maybe if Australia achieves World Cup glory once again, we might see a visit from Maxwell and the Cup to this region?

IT SEEMS to be slipping by quietly that this region could soon be home to one of the brightest sporting stars in the country.

Slowly but surely, Belgrave-raised Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell is taking the next step to becoming one of the most potent allrounders in world cricket.

Only weeks after taking home the Twenty20 Player of the Year award at the Allan Border Medal, Maxwell’s century against Sri Lanka last weekend showed his new maturity could be a factor at this year’s World Cup. While it’s fair to say he didn’t take much time to get his eye in, and while there were plenty of his trademark reverse sweeps, there was method to the way he attacked the bowlers.

Simply, he crunched the ball to where the fielders weren’t.

This is a luxury only afforded by those who have an elite game.

Maxwell played his junior cricket for South Belgrave, where he no doubt learnt his trade from many fine cricketing mentors in the hills.

Also, Maxwell seems to have retained a

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mer was a bit quiet, we are sure we will see a return to a traditional hot summer next year.

To support the Emerald SES while they service an area that has 22 CFA stations, please look at signing the petition to build a new SES station for Emerald.

The petition is available to sign at Emerald SES Unit, corner Old Gembrook and Sheriffs roads, http://bradbattin.com.au/emerald-ses/ and Brad Battin MP’s electorate office, at Suite 5/6-8 Langmore Lane, Berwick.

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POLICE are calling on the public for help to locate a Boronia girl who has been missing since Monday 2 March.

Nine-year-old Aerodyne Handley went to Boronia railway station after separating from a group of people she was with at Boronia around 11.20am on the Monday.

Her movements after that are unknown.

At a police briefing on Friday, Acting Sergeant David Price said there were concerns for Aerodyne’s welfare.

Anyone who knows of Aerodyne’s whereabouts, or who has other information, is asked to phone triple-zero immediately.

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I encourage all in the community to support their local volunteers and offer joining if you can spare the time. There are many roles in the stations and units for all abilities. You do not need to turn out to fires or other disasters; you may be able to assist around the station or in communications or fund-raising.

Finally I thank all our hard working volunteers in the hills; while this sum-

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AS THE Member for Gembrook and Shadow Minister for Emergency Services, I will continue lobbying the Andrews Government for the muchneeded Emerald SES unit.

The Emerald SES turns out to more than 1000 jobs in the area with 45 volunteers; this puts the Emerald SES as one of the busiest across the state.

At the 2014 State Election I was proud to work with Unit Manager Ben Owen to see $1.8 million committed to re-building the local unit.

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By KATH GANNAWAY THERE are commemorations, and there are memorials. Then there are connections.

It was connections that Chair of the Victorian Anzac Centenary Committee, former Victorian Premier, Ted Baillieu, wanted to talk about at Warburton last week.

Mr Baillieu was guest speaker at the annual Warburton RSL President’s Dinner held at the bowls club on Friday night, 13 March.

Stopping for a photo at the impressive ‘Poppy’ memorial that is Warburton’s contribution to the Anzac Centenary commemorations, he congratulated the RSL and the community for their work and the creation of a beautiful memorial in the town.

But lasting impressions, he said later, came from connections made between people, particularly young people, and the young men and women who left Australia’s shores to fight in distant places in World War I. “Most people cannot remember the other anniversaries,” he said, quizzing the more than 80 people who supported the RSL’s fund-raising dinner.

“We are now into the centenary and one of our missions is to make sure that the next generation, and the generation after that, understand what this is all about,” he said.

By JESSE GRAHAM

Making connections - Anzac Centenary committee chair Ted Baillieu, centre, with Warburton RSL president, Jamie Thomas, left, and Mount Evelyn military historian, Anthony McAleer at the dinner. 136155 “We have an understanding that previous commemorations were actively undertaken, but not remembered, so we need to do this in a way that kids today, in 50 years’ time, will remember.”

A slide show revealed first the history of WWI, then the connections already made.

“This is not about events and memorials, it’s about the power of place,” he said, drawing people in the room into a brave new world of information technology that can facilitate those connections.

“Yes, family connections are legitimate, but they’re so much harder to keep. The power of place is what it’s about,” he said, exciting at least a couple of generations to the possibilities.

Among a raft of websites that can help make those connections is Summary and Fate - The AIF Project where anyone can search by name, regimental unit and streets and suburbs to find, for instance, how many

people from a particular town, or street, left Australia to fight for the Mother Country.

Information on the site includes embarkation records with details such as the name, age, marital status, the date, place of and address at enlistment, their trade and next of kin, where they went, what happened to them along the way and more.

“Don’t do this yourself,” Mr Baillieu said to a crowd who were obviously keen to tap into their computers.

“Tell your kids, your grandkids that you don’t understand ... can’t do this, and give them the thread,” he said encouraging everyone to delegate to the younger generations of their family or school.

“I know this works,” he said. “Kids come back thrilled; at least six inches taller, when they have something to give you.”

The site is www.aif.adfa. edu.au/search.

A HERITAGE Overlay proposal was passed by Yarra Ranges councillors last week, despite concerns from one councillor that the process was unfair on residents.

Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme Amendment C131 Healesville Heritage Study, which was proposed last year, was passed by a majority of Yarra Ranges councillors at their 10 March meeting.

The overlay affects two ‘precincts’ - one in Nicholson Street (Maroondah Highway) and another in Symons Street - along with several individual properties throughout the town.

Last week’s council meeting was one of the final steps for the overlay, which has been in various stages of consultation for the past year, with the council to submit the amendment to the Planning Minister for approval.

Deputy mayor Jason Callanan and O’Shannassy Ward councillor Jim Child both sup-

By PETER DOUGLAS AFTER the severe storms that hit the region on 28 February, Yarra Ranges has applied for National Disaster funding to help speed up the clean-up operation.

As it stands, council expects the clean-up to take at least a month.

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ported the motion to pass the amendment at the meeting.

Cr Child said the matter had been extensively discussed with residents, both through council consultation and an independent panel hearing in October last year.

The panel’s report, released to council in November, detailed discussions on each of the properties affected and responded to landowner concerns.

The most notable concerns from the 24 resident submissions were that the overlay could negatively impact property values and restrict further development of buildings.

However, the council noted in the Panel Report that the majority of properties are located in Neighbourhood Residential Zones - areas intended for minimal further development - but said that all applications would be considered on its merits.

The council also referenced a Heritage Victoria study from 2001 which concluded that,

generally speaking, the Heritage Overlay did not affect property values.

Chirnside Ward councillor Andrew Witlox opposed the proposal and said he did not like the way the discussions had been conducted.

Cr Witlox criticised the consultation for the overlay as not being fair on owners, who were not able to opt-out from the overlay and had to request that their properties be removed after the fact.

Walling Ward councillor Len Cox said that he understood Cr Witlox’s position, but said the overlay was necessary to maintain historically significant buildings in the town.

All present councillors, with the exception of Cr Witlox, voted in favour of passing the amendment.

Ryrie Ward councillor Fiona McAllister was not present at the meeting to speak or vote.

For more, or the full report, visit yarraranges.vic.gov.au.

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To add to the hefty clean-up task, the recent storm had followed on from two others, on 13 and 14 February.

These had also caused significant damage to roads in the Dandenong Ranges.

Yarra Ranges Director of Environment and Engineering, Mark Varmalis, said the scope of the clean-up operation should not be underestimated.

“Cardinia Reservoir received 87mm of rain during this (recent) storm, which damaged roads around the hills, includ-

ing at Menzies Creek, Selby, The Patch and Kallista,” he said.

“Road surface was washed off, debris built up and there were blocked drains and culverts.

“There were also minor land-slips and a major landslip in Gordon Grove, Menzies Creek.”

The storm also resulted in the tragic death of Eli Marnock, 2, from The Patch after a large gumtree fell on his family’s home.

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Close to home for maternity ser vices EASTERN Health is calling on residents in the Healesville area to be aware of services in their own backyard, with maternity services ‘under-utilised’ in the valley.

The organisation last week issued a release detailing their services in the Yarra Ranges for mothers and babies, including home visits from midwives and antenatal services.

The antenatal clinic at the Healesville and District Hospital is accessible for women in the 20-40 week period of their pregnancy.

Yarra Ranges Maternity Services manager Pauline Hamilton said that with doctor and midwife consultations at Yarra Ranges Health in Lilydale and services in Healesville, mothers-to-be had closeto-home services in the valley.

“This means that women can have regular antenatal

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CFA art project WARBURTON CFA is challenging creative community members to turn a helmet into a work of art as part of their centenary celebrations. The helmets and fire extinguishers will be auctioned to raise funds for the brigade. Phone Leila on 0417 345 552 or Chris on 0414 999 446 to collect a helmet or extinguisher. Deadline for artwork is 3 May. HEALESVILLE and District U3A has places available for an eight-week course for people 50-plus who are looking to improve their public speaking skills. Phone Heather Higgs on 5962 3772 or email jhhiggs@bigpond.com to book.

Minimarkets WHYLD will hold minimarkets at Yellingbo on 19 March, and Launching Place, 26 March. 5964 6857, or www.whyld.org.au .

Ms Hamilton said Healesville mothers should be aware of services in their own backyard, such as those at Healesville Hospital. 105034 appointments during pregnancy and following the birth of their baby closer to where they live,” Ms Hamilton said.

She said that while the antenatal clinic in Lilydale was very busy, Healesville’s services were “under-utilised.”

“It’s important that women and families living in the Yarra Ranges are aware of this service in their own backyard,”

Ms Hamilton said.

Eastern Health also offers pregnancy and postnatal exercise classes, support programs for vulnerable pregnant women, allied health services for babies and children, as well as playgroups and counselling services.

For more information, visit easternhealth.org.au or call 1300 342 255.

Minister for Local Government Natalie Hutchins said that 69 councils were participating in the survey with at least 400 local residents selected randomly, totalling more than 27,000 respondents.

Ms Hutchins said the survey was an opportunity for local residents to give feedback on their council and help shape the

delivery of local services.

Interviews will be conducted throughout March with participating councils to receive their survey report by the end of May. The Statewide Local Government Services Report will be published soon after.

For more information, visit www.delwp.vic.gov.au.

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Closing the Gap FRIENDS of Healesville Labyrinth and HICSA will host an Oxfam Close The Gap event on Sunday 22 March. Meet at the Belonging Place, 1 Badger Creek Road, at 11.30am for a Welcome to Country by Brooke Collins, pictured above with Catherine Nolan from Friends of the Labyrinth, followed by the Healing Walk to the Labyrinth.

BYO lunch, enjoy some bush tucker, a guided Labyrinth Walk and celebrate the Autumn Equinox. Phone Catherine on 5962 1720.

Bereaved parents’ support IN SUPPORT with Compassionate Friends Victoria, a social luncheon group will be held in Healesville on the third Thursday of each month for parents who have lost a child. Next meeting is on 19 March. Contact Mary Bariola on 5962 3287.

Ecotopia Festival ECOTOPIA Junction Community Festival will celebrate ‘Home-Grown in the Yarra Valley’ at Yarra Junction on Sunday 22 March. A feast of food and live music children’s activities, stalls and the famous (infamous) recycled fashion parade.

Patchwork THE Patchwork Collections Friendship Group will be having their annual quilt show on the weekend of 21 and 22 March from 10am to 4pm at 7 Maddens Lane, Coldstream. Raffles, Devonshire teas and a trading table will help raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital. Phone 0404 317 840.

Proposed Change to Timber Release Plan Community Feedback Period: 17 March – 2 April 2015 VicForests is seeking comment from the community on Proposed Changes to its Timber Release Plan.

The proposed changes add a small number of areas (coupes) to the Timber Release Plan in the Central Forest Management Area.

Community feedback is sought on specific operational aspects of our proposed harvesting plans including any concerns regarding: •฀ The฀timing฀of฀harvesting฀operations; •฀ The฀use฀of฀particular฀haulage฀routes; •฀ The฀proximity฀of฀proposed฀harvesting฀to฀private฀property฀or฀ public฀use฀areas;฀or •฀ The฀identiication฀and฀protection฀of฀forest฀values฀within฀speciic฀ harvesting sites.

Play reading A READING of the musical comedy “Highwayman!” will take place at The Memo in Healesville at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24 March. The show is scheduled for September. Anyone interested

A DISPLAY depicting the history of the Healesville Football Club is on show during March at Healesville Library. Local football historian Robert Nolan has put together a fascinating collection of memorabilia and ephemera including original photos from the 1920s and earlier, trophies and other collectibles. Phone 5962 4423.

Meditation LEARN simple steps to create calmness and relaxation in mind and body. Demystify meditation and understand what mindfulness is. Tuesdays, 2pm to 3pm, at Yarra Glen Living and Learning Centre. Bookings are essential. Phone 9730 2887.

Rock Berry Jam WANDIN East Reserve will rock on 21 March when a great line-up of bands come together for Rock Berry Jam. www.rockberryjam.com.au .

Grants Expo DIG for local treasure and unearth funding opportunities for your Yarra Ranges project at the Yarra Ranges Council’s Local Grants Expo.

Mooroolbark Community Centre from 3pm to 7pm, Monday 23 March. 9294 6335.

Farmers’ Market PERMACULTURE Yarra Valley group holds the Healesville Organic Farmers' Market every Saturday from 8am-1pm in Coronation Park, River Street. Fresh organic produce, seedlings, honey, sourdough bread, coffee and tea, olive oil, preserves, soaps and wooden toys are available.

Tennis Cup WARBURTON Tennis Club will host the Warburton Cup on the weekend of 29-30 March with a junior event on Friday 28 March. Visit www. tennis.com.au/warburtontc

Line dancing BEGINNER line dancing classes for all ages are held at the Yarra Glen Uniting Church Hall on Monday mornings, and will commence on Wednesday afternoons from 4 March. Phone Lu on 0438 735 122.

To make sure your vehicle continues to run at it’s best, it’s essential to keep your scheduled service up-to-date.

Phone Glenn or Barry for bookings on 5962 4333 112 Maroondah Hwy. Healesville www.healesvilletoyota.com.au

Information about the proposed changes including maps of the coupe locations and a feedback form for public comment are available฀on฀the฀VicForests฀website: www.vicforests.com.au/proposedtrp Submissions can also be provided via email to vfs.trp@vicforests.com.au by 2 April 2015฀or฀made฀in฀writing and฀sent฀to:฀VicForests,฀GPO฀Box฀191,฀Melbourne฀3001.฀฀ VicForests฀will฀respond฀to฀all฀correspondence฀received.

The Timber Release Plan lists VicForests’ planned harvesting activity for a period of up to five years.

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Have your say on council VICTORIAN residents and ratepayers can have their say on their local council’s performance as part of the 2015 Community Satisfaction Survey.

The telephone survey seeks opinion on four main criteria, including council’s overall performance, community consultation, advocacy and customer service.

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Lyster Ward candidate profiles

Vision of contenders

By PETER DOUGLAS

Suzana Pozvek SNAPSHOT: A business-owner and longtime resident of the Dandenong Ranges.

VISION: Wants to see more of council’s resources spent in the Lyster Ward, as well as improved management of natural resources.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“We are privileged to live in such a beautiful and safe part of this world. Let’s make it even better for the future”

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Kate Gustke

SNAPSHOT: Endorsed Greens candidate, who has lived in Belgrave for the past 14 years. Also, a parttime community lawyer.

VISION: Wants to ensure Belgrave Hub has the spaces the community wants, including meeting space and gardens.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“Your voice is important and I’ll fight to make sure community consultation is embedded into council processes”

Mike Clarke SNAPSHOT: An Independent candidate who has lived in Selby and Upwey over the past 30 years. Career history includes electrical engineering, software development and project management consulting.

VISION: Will proactively support sports, recreation, local community groups and creative pursuits. Also places importance on fire-management planning and environmental development.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“I will work hard to improve housing affordability and efficient public transport throughout Yarra Ranges, with 14seater shuttle buses, connecting trains and expanded bike trails”

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Bill Brindle

SNAPSHOT: Tecoma resident, businessowner and active community member.

VISION: Includes co-ordination of the Tecoma Spring Carnival, helping establish a community mentoring program for teenagers.

Also, lobbying the Victorian Government regarding the location of the ambulance facility.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“I am not interested in promises or mission statements. I am interested in doing. Putting runs on the board, rather than talking”

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Scott Newstead No statement provided

Jeff Springfield SNAPSHOT: Local business-owner and lifelong resident of the Dandenong Ranges.

VISION: Ensure that more government spending and resources falls within the Lyster Ward boundaries. Aims to build and strengthen the local economy through better council programs and initiatives.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“I have my roots firmly planted in these hills. We live in such a fortunate part of this world and I want to fight not only to protect, but strengthen our way of life”

Ben Wild SNAPSHOT: Tree-changer who moved to Kallista nearly four years ago.

VISION: Wants to improve state of roads, public transport, access to service and small business sustainability.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“To have a successful council, more community consultation and greater transparency are vital. The council is a representation of its people and, as such, should put the best interests of the community first”

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Lawrence Mobsby SNAPSHOT: Began education at Montrose Primary School in 1947, before matriculating at Lilydale High School.

VISION: Wants to reduce council rates through economic development.

QUICK-QUOTE:

“Childcare, affordable housing, sporting facilities, education, our environment, health, employment and aged-care are also high priorities”

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STRINGYBARK CREEK TENDER Information Session Do you own or manage at least two hectares of land with at least 1 hectare near Stringybark Creek? Melbourne Water is launching a program which will support landholders to take actions to assist in improving the water quality of Stringybark Creek.

As the caretaker of river health this is important to Melbourne Water but it also offers a range of benefits to landholders. The benefits of being involved may include: • improved access, security and quality of water • improved soil health • reduced input costs through retention of nutrients and soil on-farm.

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Tuesday 24 March 2015

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For more information on the Tender or the information sessions please visit melbournewater.com.au email river.health@melbournewater.com.au or phone 03 9679 7431.

Richard Wines SNAPSHOT: Local businessman who has lived in the hills environment for more than 35 years. President of the Monbulk Primary School for 15 years.

VISION: Maintenance of and improved bushland, parks and waters. Also, improved sport and recreation facilities, upgrading of schools and aged-care facilities’.

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Hundreds gathered at the Discovery Church in Mount Evelyn on Saturday 16 March to farewell Eli, who died two weeks ago when a tree fell on the room where he was sleeping at the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Patch home.

Yet the tragic circumstances of his death were not the focus as his family was joined by hundreds of friends, members of the Patch community and emergency services personnel to say a final goodbye.

Supported by each other and showing remarkable poise, Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents were first to share memories of the two years they spent with their precious little boy.

Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father, Stefan Marnock, remembered Eli for his big beautiful eyes, smile and infectious laughter.

He said he had a knack of making his way into everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives and hearts, especially his brothers and sisters, and how he became his grandadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little shadow.

Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother, Suzie, spoke of buying Eli a water pistol, saying that â&#x20AC;&#x153;no-one was safe from his aimâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But then came that cheeky smile, and once again, he got away with it,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Bravely, Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eldest sister Jackie, spoke of the special connection shared between sister and brother.

Jackie was first to hear â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love youâ&#x20AC;? from Eli and shared cheeky memories like Eli sneaking sips of her Pepsi or taking food from everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eli, my gorgeous boy, no words can describe my endless love for you. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll always be my favourite,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Darling boy, two years was nowhere near enough. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just not fair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If life was measured by love, you would have lived forever.â&#x20AC;?

In what was a heart-wrenching expression of grief, Jackie then picked up sister Nicola, 5, for her final goodbye to her little brother and best buddy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wish we lived in the city so we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to die. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And I wish Eli had stayed alive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is for Eli,â&#x20AC;? she said, holding up a picture she had drawn.

Stefan spoke on behalf of Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brothers, Blake and Jesse.

Jesse shared special memories of going out into the garden with Eli to pick two cumquats, one to eat and one to throw. Blake told Eli: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will miss you foreverâ&#x20AC;?.

Named Eli Ian after his â&#x20AC;&#x153;grandfather in heavenâ&#x20AC;?, Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandparents Sue, John and Glenys, along with the rest of his family said it brought comfort that the two were now together.

After the service, those present released balloons into the sunny blue skies in memory of Eli - the little boy who brought sparkle to their lives.

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Cash flows in

By JESSE GRAHAM SIX members of the Toolangi Fire Brigade went under the razor over the weekend to raise thousands for cancer sufferers.

Adrian Lewis, Nicola Rose, Ben Rose, Dawn Hartog, Bruce McClements and Jack Walhout had their hair either coloured or sheared off on Sunday 15 March as part of the World’s Greatest Shave.

The group was joined by about 30 community members, who came along to support the brigade members as hairdresser Amanda Webber set to work.

Ms Rose told the Mail that, as of Monday 16 March, the group had raised over $7800, with donation pledges still to come in.

She said she was stunned by the generosity of residents and friends’ donations to their campaign, and that the brigade was happy to throw their support behind the World’s Greatest Shave.

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Toolangi Fire Brigade members Adrian Lewis, Nicola Rose, Ben Rose, Dawn Hartog, Bruce McClements and Jack Walhout after having their hair shaved and coloured on Sunday. 136110 Picture: GREG CARRICK towards the Leukaemia Foundation for medical research, as well as support programs and transport for people diagnosed with the disease and their families.

Ms Rose thanked the community, which, she said, was quick to rally behind important causes.

“Everyone was so generous with their donations - I think it’s

because most people have either known somebody who has been battling cancer or has battled it themselves,” Ms Rose said.

“Even though the World’s Greatest Shave is for blood cancers, knowing people who have had breast cancer, ovarian cancer or skin cancer, people are touched by it and they want to do something to help.”

Ms Rose said she was getting used to her clean-shaven head, though her kids were taking longer to become accustomed to it.

She said that she donated her hair to the Pantene Beautiful Lengths campaign, which used donated hair to make wigs for people undergoing cancer treatments.

Hair donated to the campaign must be at least 20cm in length.

For more information on the World’s Greatest Shave, visit www.worldsgreatestshave.com.

For more information on the Beautiful Lengths campaign, visit www.beautifullengths. com.au.

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Tamara also reported feeling it from Mount Evelyn, as did Margaret from Woori Yallock.

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By KATH GANNAWAY ORGANISERS behind the annual Mountain District Car and Bike Show are gearing up for another great event in Healesville.

Monbulk couple Greg and Jacqueline Sheppard started the show nine years ago and have raised tens of thousands of dollars for local charitable organisations over that time.

The community benefit, and family atmosphere, along with

the variety and quality of cars, bikes and trucks, have ensured it is a popular event not only with enthusiasts, but with the broader community.

Among the vehicles that regularly go on show are beautifully restored cars of all ages, work-weary trucks, chromedup bikes and cars that have become a canvas for spectacular artwork.

This year is the ninth show and along with the vehicle displays and competitions, and

Trade Alley, two live bands, The Infernos and The Might Kings, will be on stage.

There will be activities for the kids, and lots of food vendors, including fund-raising community groups providing food at affordable prices.

The show is on Sunday 22 March, from 10am to 3pm, at the Don Road Sporting Complex in Healesville.

Phone Greg or Jacqueline on 9737 2129 for more information.

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First-class learning environment THROUGH careful and continuous expansion, Mount Lilydale Mercy College today has an enrolment in excess of 1460 students.

The first-class learning environment is animated by the spirit of freedom, love and mercy where each student experiences respect, selfworth and unconditional love.

Mount Lilydale Mercy College endeavours to emphasise co-operation and justice, leading students to play their role in protecting and enhancing human values in the world of the 21st century.

At Mount Lilydale Mercy College, we strive to create a strong sense of community where

students feel safe and connected and where relationships between staff, students and parents are based on mutual respect and have a high priority.

Students are encouraged to be actively involved in the life of the college, particularly through the extensive co-curricular program that provides many opportunities in the areas of Christian outreach, performing arts, sport, music, leadership, debating and public speaking, to name just a few.

Students who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to their studies, and who are involved in the life of the college, have the opportunity to

take on leadership roles at their respective year levels.

There is a strong emphasis on effective communication between the college and families.

Parents are invited and encouraged to be part of this college community.

Mount Lilydale Mercy College has established numerous committees to provide a framework for involvement and contribution.

SACRED HEART PARISH PRIMARY SCHOOL t: 9724 4333 |e: principal@shcroydon.catholic.edu.au |w: www.shcroydon.com

Sacred Heart is a Catholic School where: ✓ Christian values are lived ✓ All students take part in Physical Education, ✓ Students’ well being is ✓

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Music, Italian and our highest priority Library lessons Learning is engaging, ✓ We provide Before and hands on and After School Care contemporary ✓ Students can partake Technology is part of in the Active After all students everyday Schools Program, learn learning instrumental music and Teaching is focussed on play sport after school meeting students’ needs We educate for the sustainability of our earth

“MONASTERY HILL” 35 WICKLOW AVENUE CROYDON 3136 Principal: Brian Grace | Enrolment Enquiries: Nancy Gaylor & Anne Herbert

Mount Lilydale Mercy College has previously welcomed students and staff from its Japanese sister school, Horyuji Kokusai International High School.

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CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF CO-EDUCATION In response to a request from the Catholic Education Office to meet the demand for boys’ secondary education, the Sisters of Mercy agreed to the changeover of the girls’ day and boarding, Prep – Year 12 school, to become a Year 7 – 12 secondary College. In January 1975, 144 boys were enrolled in what was the beginning of co-education. In the initial years the ratio of boys to girls was 1:5 in the senior classes and by 1981 the primary classes had been fazed out, facilities expanded and the ratio of boys and girls was equal. By the end of the first decade Mount Lilydale was recognized as a prominent Catholic College serving the needs of families in the Yarra Valley and is now recognized as a leading educational centre of excellence.

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St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School prides itself on engaging the students.

Fostering engagement

Teamwork is a key part of the St Joseph’s School’s environment.

Holistic learning ST Joseph’s School provides children the home team advantage, in which the positive energy and support of those around them enables the achievement of their personal best.

The school has developed great writers, readers, runners, painters, batsmen and singers.

As part of wellbeing at SJS, the children are encouraged to

develop trust in their peers, as evident in the photograph, and a desire to work co-operatively and create win/win successes.

Recognition of similiarities and respect for our differences, is an important part of the school’s extensive well-being program.

The staff, students and families of St Joseph’s School are a

community of people sharing opportunities to live the Gospel values of love, understanding, respect and service.

St Joseph’s School offers children the opportunity to learn in an environment that values personal and individual care, attention to individual learning styles and developing the whole child.

St Joseph’s School Milner’s Rd, Yarra Junction

ST Brigid’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming, supportive community that values the talents and contributions of each child.

The school continues to build and foster involvement in every child’s education.

It’s vision centres around engagement of all students.

The school is inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and strives to create an environment where stidents can thrive and grow spiritu-

ally, academically, socially, emotionally and physically.

St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School provides a comprehensive curriculum, which covers the essential aspects of children’s behaviour, knowledge, learning capabilities and skills.

The basis of its educational philosophy is student-centred learning involving deep thinking and inquiry.

As well as a strong classroom focus, which involves

varied curriculum initiatives, and importantly social and emotional learning, the school provides significant variations and initiatives that are beneficial to all its students.

These range from homegrown K-Series initiatives, meditation Thursday, fitness Friday, extension of students and a strong senior leadership program.

The school community has strongly worked towards building capacity.

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St Brigid’s Primary School Healesville A Christ centred community: Learning from the past, Challenging the present, Creating the future Principal: Mr Brendan Keeling St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School provides a comprehensive curriculum, which covers the essential aspects of children’s behaviour, knowledge, learning capabilities and skills. The basis of our educational philosophy is student-centred learning involving deep thinking and inquiry.

The school focuses on teaching the values and traditions of the Catholic faith and prides itself on its community atmosphere.

St Brigid’s has a strong literacy and numeracy focus throughout its curriculum. We are fortunate to be able to off specialist programs in Art, Physical Education, Chinese and Performing Arts every week.

The school population of 320 is perfect for developing rich and rewarding relationships within the school community and beyond in the wider community. We encourage parental involvement in their children’s education and regularly invite parents in the school on various levels.

The community of St Brigid’s is enthusiastic and positive as we strive to walk side by side with our children as they “grow in wisdom and love”

1 – 3 High Street, Healesville 3777 Telephone: 59624200 Fax: 59626101

For more information and enrolment details or to arrange a tour, contact St Joseph’s School, Milner’s Road, Yarra Junction Phone: 5967 1183 or visit our website: www.sjyarrajunction.catholic.edu.au

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The staff have created a diverse learning environment that encompasses various contemporary learning tools such as multiple computers in every classroom, a number of iPads in every classroom, interactive whiteboards, as well as laptops to help deliver a comprehensive contemporary curriculum.

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Community Bank rates well

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popular credit cards.

“These rate reductions will be welcomed by existing customers or anyone looking for a better deal,” she said.

The bank offers a range of credit cards with rates and benefits designed to suit different needs - from the award-winning “Basic Black” to the Just Business MasterCard for savvy business owners.

The bank was crowned Roy Morgan’s Business Bank of the Year for the fourth year running, a great recommendation for any business looking to tap into a better business deal,

and contribute to their local community through their banking.

Wilma said it was also a great time for anyone looking to buy a home, or to renegotiate a home-loan, to call in and have a chat.

Insurances, including home, car and travel, are another area where Wilma said the bank offered an excellent product and rate.

Board chairman, Gary Slater, said the profit share model of community banking had proven itself in communities across the Yarra Valley, and Healesville would see even bigger benefits once the bank was in profit.

“Our focus right now is on growing our business so we can invest even further in our community,” he said. The bank has supported many community organisations and events over the past four years thanks to the Bendigo Bank’s marketing fund which provides sponsorship dollars based on the banking business at the Healesville Community Bank.

Mr Slater said most recent community investments were with the Badger Creek CFA, Healesville’s 150th celebrations, the Badger Creek Men’s Shed and the Mountain District Car Show, which is on this weekend.

“These sponsorships were made possible by the banking business that Wilma and our experienced and friendly staff are building every day in Healesville,” he said.

“Whatever it is, a home loan, insurances, a credit card, they will be happy to talk banking business.”

The Healesville branch is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and on Saturday mornings from 9am to noon.

Call in or contact Wilma or one of the bank’s friendly staff on 5962 1011.

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Branch Manager, Wilma Gibson, said bank staff were delighted with the latest initiatives from Bendigo Bank which recently lowered interest rates on a number of its most

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GUESTHOUSE ON 19 ACRES NESTLED in the magnificent Don Valley is this beautiful character home.

Formerly known as Ben Cairn Guesthouse, the home has all the desirable features of a home of this era from the hardwood timber floors, timber panelling and high ceilings to the original slow combustion wood stove in the kitchen.

Offering spacious living spaces including a magnificent old-style timber lined lounge with decorative ceiling rose and cornices, plus four or five large bedrooms depending on your family’s need.

The country-style kitchen boasts a slow

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combustion wood stove and roomy meals area. Outside there’s a 12.5 x 6.5 machinery shed with concrete floor and the land is in four paddocks, mostly cleared and wellfenced and enjoys beautiful views.

Lots of work has been put into the home over recent years with a new roof, re-stumping, new baseboards and repainted but there’s still the opportunity to make your own stamp by completing the last couple of rooms in the home.

This is a true once in a lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history. Call to inspect any time.

Don Valley Inspect: By appointment Price: On application Contact: Tony Fanfulla, 0419 870 513 BELL REAL ESTATE, YARRA JUNCTION, 5967 1277

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FAMILY SPACE AND POSITION TO PLEASE This superb home is situated just minutes walk to the Seville Township and public transport.

Ofering 3 bedrooms all with built in robes including a fresh ensuite in the master bedroom, spacious modern kitchen with plenty of space, separate living room and meals are plus a very unique family room with alfresco style living and entertaining. Features gas ducted heating, wood heating, gas log ire, split systems and plenty of car accommodation and parking and great back yard for the kids, securely fenced and loads of space to enjoy. a great family home in a convenient location.

Contact David Carroll on 0419 539 320 or 5964 2277 Inspection Sat 12 -12.30pm (Photo iD Required)

MILLGROVE NEAT, TIDY, GREAT FIRST HOME!!

Price Range $240,000 - $260,000

Located in the Millgrove Heights area and nestled on a corner block in a no through Road is this very neat and tidy 3 bedroom home with good size bedrooms, large open plan living/kitchen, woodheating and a quaint front deck fully covered to rest & relax on after a hard day at the oice. Within walking distance to local shops, school and transport this home is a perfect starter for the irst time buyer.

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

YARRA JUNCTION STYLISH TOWNHOUSE, GREAT VIEWS, PERFECT POSITION

$345,000 plus

Just a few years old & perfectly positioned this 3 bedroom town house ofers 3 bedrooms all with built in robes, an ensuite in the master bedroom, spacious open living/lounge room & a meals area with fantastic views, open plan kitchen with plenty of space, ducted heating,split system, garage, low maintenance gardens, BBQ area & alfresco area positioned to enjoy the great views,situated just a short stroll to shops,schools & the Warburton trail & meters from the bus stop, great value, great location Contact David Carroll on 0419 539 320 or 5964 2277 david@bellrealestate.com.au

YARRA JUNCTION

AUCTION Sat 11TH APRIL @ 11AM

BUY 1 OR ALL 3 THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENORMOUS These fantastic properties on 3 separate titles totaling over 1 & ¼ acres (approx) represent an incredible opportunity to secure this Main Road location at the entrance to Yarra Junction Township.

2380 Warburton Hwy – 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom character home ideal as Medical suite (S.T.C.A) or similar on 777m2 (approx).

2382 Warburton Hwy – 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom older style home currently rented on large allotment of 1669m2 (approx) 2386 Warburton Hwy – FREEHOLD WORKSHOPS – Currently occupied by RACV service centre on huge 3051m2 (approx) allotment.

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

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Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

David Carroll 0419 539 320 14 years

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Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

2457Warburton Hwy,Yarra Junction

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

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569Warburton Hwy, Seville

Julianne Spendlove Administration

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Tegan Ward Property Management

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Sitting on over 2 Acres this delightful 1930s home with original charm & features is this property steeped in local history. Ofering bright kitchen/meals area overlooking amazing views, 3 bedrooms plus a study & sun room.

Outdoors ofers 2 studios/ bungalows, workspace, 4 car carport & rambling old english gardens with feature retaining walls. Situated with the Yarra River across the road & bordered by the Warburton Trail, an ideal family home, weekender for the lucky few or a great B&B opportunity (STCA). contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 inspection Sat 2 - 2.30pm (Photo iD Required)

Presenting this immaculate 3 bedroom home on a very private 2600sqm allotment at the end of a country lane.

Featuring large bedrooms with either walk in or built in robes, well appointed kitchen & full length verandahs.

The cosy wood heater and reverse cycle air conditioning is made more eicient by the fully insulated external walls and double insulated roof. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a huge garage, an almost level allotment & a circular drive complete the picture. If its peace & a quiet you are after then this is the one for you. contact Peter Farrelly on 0417 147 706 or 5966 2530 peterf@bellrealestate.com.au

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Laze away the afternoons on the full verandah of this stunning country property where the ever changing views of the Yarra Ranges, Mt Baw Baw and adjoining nearby mountains will captivate you for hours on end. Surrounded by 125 acres approx of fertile undulating grazing land including 20 acres approx of natural bush, 2 spring fed dams, 10 paddocks with lane ways and water to all , stockyards, electric fencing and 2 large color bond machinery barns with sought after 3 phase power. The magniicent 10 year old, 34 square (under roof line)homestead oozes charm and character and features 4 bedrooms plus study, 2 bathrooms, country style well equipped kitchen, 10ft ceilings, polished loors and huge wood heater for the winter months ahead. Loaded with extra features way too many to mention this lifestyle property awaits the astute purchaser looking for a dream country property only a short 30 minute drive from Yarra Junction Township. Inspection by appointment only!!

contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 59671277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

Launching PLace $320,000 - $350,000 BRiLLiant investment oPPoRtunity oR gReat new home!

miLLgRove Price Range $230,000 - $260,000 investment oPPoRtunity not to Be missed !

A quiet court location and a strolling distance to the local shops, public transport and Warby trail, this BV home on a low maintenance block is ripe for the picking! Leased to an excellent tenant on a month to month basis who would ideally like to stay on, this home will ofer an investor immediate rental income. Those looking for for themselves, this property provides a lovely secure block, a sturdy neat 3 bed home, single lock up garage and in a location that ofers convenience and still with a rural feel. A real gem! contact Samantha Price on 0438 795 190 or 5967 1277 samantha@bellrealestate.com.au

A Light and Bright 3 bedroom split level Western Red Cedar home on a well proportioned corner allotment.

Features spacious lounge with separate meals area of the kitchen, cathedral ceilings & cosy wood heating.

Two car accommodation and good access to level back yard, a great irst home or investment opportunity, just minutes to the Yarra local school and public transport.

Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 28 years

Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 29 years

Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 18 years

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Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

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David Carroll 0419 539 320 14 years

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Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

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Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

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Julianne Spendlove Administration

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Tegan Ward Property Management

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SPACIOUS AND STYLISH SITUATED on a private and peaceful acre, minutes from Emerald this large, solid and elegant family home ticks every box.

There are four spacious bedrooms, three with walk-in robes, the master with a huge walk-in robe and ensuite with a double vanity and there is also a separate study adjacent to the impressive formal entry.

Add to this enough living space for the largest of families, including a formal lounge with toasty wood heater, a formal dining room, a huge kitchen/dining/family room that opens onto the undercover outdoor entertaining area and another large living/ rumpus room with a wet bar, perfect for use as a home theatre or games room.

The appealing and well-appointed kitchen has a 900mm stainless steel electric oven and gas stove, a stainless steel dishwasher, a walk-in pantry and an abundance of

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Complete with quality finishes and a contemporary colour scheme throughout, this home also has mains gas ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, a split-system and is on mains water for the ultimate in comfort and convenience.

Outside there is a sealed drive, a four-car garage with concrete floor, high ceiling and workshop that offers direct access into the home, plenty of under-house storage, side access to the fully fenced rear yard and the home has three-phase power.

This quality home offers all the conveniences, location, size, space and style and needs to be seen to be truly appreciated.

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Highly productive and versatile country. North facing, gently undulating.

Approx. 9km to the Melba Highway and access to Melbourne and interstate markets.

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Price range: $2,900,000 to $3,100,000

185ml diversion permit from the Yea River and 31ml permit from a large dam, underground mains and hydrants. Extensive shedding for machinery, processing and packing, 3 large freezer/coolrooms with 2,640 cubic metre capacity, 7 mid temperature controlled growing rooms. 3 road frontages, managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residence.

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WOORI YALLOCK Great Views and Privacy, Over Half an Acre Sit on the deck or in the living areas of this beautifully renovated 3 bedroom brick veneer home on approx 2448sqm and marvel at the magnificent views and sense of privacy. Located in a cul de sac at the end of a court, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy life in the Yarra Valley. Your stunning kitchen with granite benches and lots of cupboards, and the open plan living area with floating floorboards create a wonderfully modern and stylish feel. All bedrooms have robes and new carpet, ensuite to the main. The outdoors is a delight, with space to park the boat and/or caravan in addition to the double garage for your cars, concrete driveway, fruit trees and established garden. Inspection of this special property is strictly by personal appointment.

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DON VALLEY 2a 83 HARBERTS ROAD A Country Farmhouse on approx 3600 sqm

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Imagine changing your lifestyle to one of a country life. With decking around all 4 sides of the house, covered verandahs, paddock and stables for a pony or 2, a well established veggie garden, space for the chickens to roam free and the kids to play, this property has it all plus fantastic shedding incorporating garages and workshop areas for the handyperson or car enthusiast. Appreciate the warm and welcoming feeling that the home offers you.

METHOD PRICE $440,000 Plus INSPECT Saturday 21st March 12-12:30pm Photo ID required CONTACT Peter Nunn 0417 502 669 WOORI YALLOCK OFFICE 5964 7344

HEALESVILLE 52 BADGER CREEK ROAD An Oldie but a Goodie with Potential

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Zoned Neighbourhood Residential Schedule 2, this property has the possibility (STCA) of becoming a 2 lot subdivision. The house has charm with its high ceilings, decorative ceiling roses and picture rails but has the modern comforts of a gas log fire, a modern gas cooker, a spa bath and air conditioners. There is room to move with 2 bedrooms, a sunroom which could be a 3rd bedroom or office plus a rear entry area that would be great for a study.

METHOD PRICE $385,000 Plus INSPECT Saturday 21st March 12-12:30pm Photo ID required CONTACT Jane Nunn 0432 375 940 HEALESVILLE OFFICE 5962 1700

WOORI YALLOCK 1605 Warburton Highway 5964 7344 HEALESVILLE

292 Maroondah Highway 5962 1700

$520,000 Plus

By Appointment Photo ID required Jenny Webb 0419 892 371 WOORI YALLOCK OFFICE 5964 7344

WOORI YALLOCK 3a Character Cottage on approx. 680sqm

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This lovely 3 bedroom cottage may suit a tradesperson or someone who would like to put some finishing touches to a house which already has a renovated kitchen with dishwasher, a renovated bathroom, and lounge with a split system heater/cooler plus a wood heater. The almost flat block is very practical for families and pets, and the carport and garage provide covered parking which might also be useful for a tradesperson or for extra storage. An affordable home away from the main estate.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$315,000-$330,000

By Appointment Photo ID required Jenny Webb 0419 892 371 WOORI YALLOCK OFFICE 5964 7344

HEALESVILLE 5 CLIFFORD GROVE The Views are Real

3a 1b 1c 1e

From the rear verandah you can enjoy views to Mt St Leonard and the nearby hills that surround you. This older style home has a cottage feel and with some past renovation work it now has an easy to live style with an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge room. With 2 spacious bedrooms and a 3rd that would be ideal for a study, an updated bathroom, natural gas ducted heating and a bungalow that could be an ideal office, studio or extra living space, this home has a lot to offer.

METHOD PRICE $340,000 Plus INSPECT Saturday 21st March 11-11:30am Photo ID required CONTACT Jane Nunn 0432 375 940 HEALESVILLE OFFICE 5962 1700

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Either way this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Townhouse offers a great investment opportunity or just a comfortable, low maintenance place to call home. Offering open plan living with picturesque lake and wetland views. Bi fold doors open out from the living area onto the terrace which over looks the inviting lake. Features remote single lock up garage, gas log fire, split system units, dishwasher, microwave oven, gas hot plate and under bench wall oven. All 3 bedrooms are located on the second level with two having BIR’s and the master bedroom offering an ensuite. The master bedroom, with its lovely balcony, affords easterly views which take in the lake and lush green wetlands. Inspect with confidence as this property will not disappoint.

If you are looking for a sensational property that is very different, appealing and enchanting, look no further. This superb Architect designed 3 bedroom mud brick home, influenced by Alistair Knox, is situated on a gently undulating one acre, with managed Indigenous flora. The design has a unique, circular split level floor plan, combined with an upper storey master bedroom and beautiful private balcony which offers peaceful and tranquil views. The home comprises of a large family area, with many individual features such as the kitchen being built out of 100 year old Jarrah, just too many features to mention. If you have been searching for a unique home with all the character and charm you can only dream of, this is as good as it gets, be quick.

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YOUR OWN GARDEN OF EDEN THE POTENTIAL IS ENDLESS, 21 acres of the best soil available and in the most beautiful setting. A perfect property to run a business from as well as build your dream home. The property has mains water available, Melbourne Water 2 inch irrigation tapping, high volume water bore with a 24 mega litre licence, with unrestricted use for stock and domestic purposes, plus natural gas and 3 phase power available. This is a rare prime parcel of cleared land, with huge appeal, suitable for a wide range of uses, plus magnificent views from all angles including the Warburton Ranges. In the future properties like this will become a real treasure, be quick.

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Offering a unique and rarely attainable lifestyle with one and two bedroom ive star energy rated apartments for sale.

The resort will feature extensive recreational facilities, formal and casual dining options, cafe and lounge areas, indulgent spa and comprehensive conference, meeting and event facilities.

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5 shops located in the heart of Yarra Junction on 539 sqm (app) Combined gross rental $52,000 p/a (app) Shop 1-40 sqm, divided into two areas Shop 2-52 sqm, divided into two areas with bathroom and rear access Shop 3-69 sqm, divided into two areas with bathroom and rear access Shop 4 & 5-86 sqm, divided into three areas plus separate room, storage room, three sinks and rear access

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• Uninterrupted views across the valley • Open plan living, dining & lounge areas • Undercover entertaining area • New split system, under house storage & lined garden shed • Close walk to the shops, public transport & walking trail

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• Quality Federation 5 star energy rated home in a wonderful location • Superb kitchen quality appliances, open plan lounge. Master with walk in robe, ensuite & french doors.

Other 2 bedrooms with BIRobes • Double glazed windows, reverse split system unit, fully insulated • Double garage & workshop. Deck overlooks established gardens

* Gently sloping & cleared park like land with natives & fruit trees. * Stunning mountain and valley views * Mains water, power, phone & sewerage available. * A fully lined & insulated Studio for your enjoyment * Close to the Yarra River, cafes and shops.

Building enquiries to the Shire of Yarra Ranges on 1300 368 333.

$395,000-$425,000 LAND

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Healesville Calling All Investors and 1st Home Buyers!

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This neat and tidy 3 bedroom home makes for an ideal start. Features include, 3 bedrooms all with built-in robes, Huge outdoor entertaining area, Large living room plus separate meals area, Good sized family bathroom, Coonara wood heater plus gas heating, Double carport, Established gardens and several garden sheds. All this in a family friendly location with a playground just around the corner. Won’t last long, be quick to secure this one!

For Sale: Offers invited over $350,000 Inspect: Saturday 21st of March 11:00-11:30am Contact: Brett Stanley 0407 595 164 Office: Max Brown Healesville, 5962 4888

It’s a great time to take advantage of very low interest rates, with your choice of these near new townhouses.

Choose from either 2 or 3 bedroom designs, large open plan living areas, single or double lock up garage, well appointed modern kitchens, Option of Ensuite to master, Low maintenance courtyard gardens. To fully appreciate all that these beautiful townhouses have to offer, call today to inspect!

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Neat and tidy 3 bedroom home sits in an enviable location, featuring-3 good sized bedrooms, Large living area, Spacious kitchen plus meals area, covered outdoor entertaining deck, Gas ducted heating throughout, 1200m2 approx. allotment, fully fenced, Double garage with easy vehicle access. Ideal property for first home buyers, and would also make a great investment property being currently leased with tenants happy to stay on if required.

For Sale: Offers invited over $360,000 Inspect: Saturday 21st March 11-11:30am Contact: Brett Stanley 0407 595 164 Office: Max Brown Healesville, 5962 4888

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This lovely home offers space and security in a family friendly location. Features include-Master with WIR and Ensuite, 3 additional bedrooms with BIR’s, Coonara wood heater plus evaporative cooling and air conditioning, Spacious modern kitchen, Large family lounge room, Double carport plus 10mx5m garage, Huge outdoor entertaining area with wood heating, 1300m2 approx. block, fully fenced. Call now to arrange your inspection.

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By KATH GANNAWAY WHAT drives a perfectly sensible grown-up to head back into the passenger seat of a non-related teenage learner driver?

Surely, a mum, dad or other family member has done their duty having spent 120 hours on the road with a son, daughter, grandchild or other young relative on a mission to get their driver’s licence.

And, for that matter how does a young learner without a ‘grown up’ to teach them to drive, find such a person.

For Rhonda Rattray, having taught her son to drive, it was about knowing she had the experience, skills, temperament and time to teach other young people to drive, and survive on the roads.

For 19-year-old Natasha Treller, it was about gaining not only technical driving skills, but finding someone who could help her achieve the 120 hours on the road that is a mandatory part of getting a licence.

As it turns out, it’s often about more than the on-road experience.

It was the L2P Learner Driver Mentor program that brought the two together.

L2P is a community based volunteer program funded by VicRoads and run by Maria McLoughlin at Yarra Ranges Council’s Youth Services department.

The program provides support, guidance and access to driving practice for learner drivers aged from 16 to 21 who face significant barriers to gaining the 120 hours driving.

The council provides a vehicle and training and support for the community volunteers who sign up.

L2P starts with time with a registered driving instructor to enable the young people to come into the program with a certain level of driving skills before being matched with a mentor.

“L2P also provides opportunities for the development of personal relationships whereby the volunteer mentor empowers the young person with practical driving tools as well as social skills,” Ms McLoughlin said.

“Youth mentoring provides opportunities for volunteer mentors to make a positive impact on the lives of young people, helping them achieve goals and build their confidence.

“The strong and positive relationships formed and maintained are essential in achieving success with the program.

Natasha is the third person Rhonda has taken for her licence.

In between her first L2P driver and Natasha, she mentored a mature-aged Vietnamese woman who had come out to Australia as a fully-licensed driver, but needed to get her Victorian licence.

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In it together - Rhonda Rattray is steering learner driver Natasha Treller towards a safer Picture: PETER DOUGLAS driving future. 135986 anything she has had with her younger proteges.

“She was used to driving a scooter in Vietnam and would cut in and out quickly,” she said.

“Even now, I feel safer with Tash driving.”

Open communication is the key to a successful L2P outcome, according to Rhonda.

“You get to know them so well,” she said.

“To start with, it’s just a teenager and an older person sitting in a car, but over 120 hours one-onone in a car, you really get to know each other.”

That build up of relationship over time, enable both the mentor and the driver to tackle any is-

sues, whether they are about driving skills or behaviour, in a respectful and non-confrontational way.

She said it was very much about the mutual obligation for respect and added that there was great support and advice through the program for mentors on how to deal with any situations that came up.

She has learnt a lot from the L2Ps about what some of the dangers are for young drivers who will walk away from their licence test with two red ‘P’ stick-ons representing two things - the

great achievement and satisfaction of getting their ‘P’s, and the sobering fact that they are now officially in the highest risk category for drivers.

Road rules, and distraction, are two of the risk factors that Rhonda sees in young drivers.

“There’s a common misapprehension that once you have passed your test you don’t need to know the road rules,” she said.

“They get their Learners just to get their Learners, and the road rules don’t always stay in their heads, so they will be driving down the road and they don’t know who has right of way.

“Nine times out of 10 when they are going for the test the VicRoads tester will say ‘you didn’t check your mirrors enough’, that’s almost a given.”

Mobile phones? “They’re really attached to these things and it’s very hard for them to put them down. They will want to check their phones at the lights and even if they are on vibrate, they still hear it and it’s a distraction.

Rhonda’s solution for one driver was relegation to the glove box for the whole lesson.

And, SatNavs? “We don’t use them. I like to get them to read the road signs and learn to look ahead and anticipate,” she said.

“They’re distracting even for a fully-licensed driver, and even while you’re on your ‘P’s you’re still learning.

“How are you going to gain those observation and concentration skills if you’re on SatNav?” Natasha had completed only 20 hours of her driving time when she started, and is now up to 80 hours and says she feels much more confident on the roads.

“We’ve spent time on the local roads, but we’ve also spent time driving on the freeway,” she said.

“Recently, we drove into the city, which was a great experience.”

Refining her reverse-parking skills is the big challenge right now, and with Rhonda’s help, she is hoping her licence is not too far away.

L2P mentoring has much to recommend it, according to Rhonda who said there’s a lot of satisfaction to be gained in being in the passenger seat with an L-plater.

“It’s very rewarding to think this may help somebody become more independent,” she said.

“The time on the roads is invaluable to ensuring safe driving practices for years to come.”

She would like to see more people taking on the role of driving mentors to learner drivers.

The L2P program has two vehicles, one based in Lilydale and the other in Yarra Junction.

Anyone interested in becoming a mentor, or matching up with a mentor, should contact Ms McLoughlin at Yarra Ranges Council Youth Services on 9294 6775.

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Yarra Ranges Council is seeking expressions of interest from members of the community to join a Community Reference Group for a review of the Regional Strategy Plan.

KELVINATOR, Retro fridge, 1940's, still working, cream, $150, Wandin area. Phone 0416 292 142.

The project which is being undertaken in partnership with the State Government will be used to inform preparation of a new Localised Planning Statement for Yarra Ranges. The Planning Statement will become part of the State section of the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme and is also intended to be the basis for an amended version of the Regional Strategy Plan.

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RIDE-ON MOWER Brand new still in crate. KIOTI model KL2042, 20hp Briggs & Stratton engine, key start, hydrostatic drive, 42 inch cut, $2,495.

Phone 0418 334 416 anytime.

The purpose of the Community Reference Group is to provide input at key points as the project proceeds.

Council is inviting nominations from persons who have an open mind towards the future of Yarra Ranges, are community oriented, are interested in a range of issues, and can commit to working in a group where participants may have diverse views.

RIDE ON LAWN MOWER, Rover, Hydro drive, Briggs and Stratton motor, 13HP, $1,100. Phone Frank 0408 567 068.

For more information about the project and to complete an Expression of Interest form go to www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/LPS, or visit Council’s Lilydale Community Link or phone Strategic Planning on 9294 6467.

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It is now an offence to advertise the sale of a dog or cat unless the microchip identification number of the animal is included in the advertisement or notice.

A registered domestic animal business may use its Council business registration number as an alternative.

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Walkers wanted to deliver newspapers and catalogues in the Yarra Valley area.

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5966 2921 or 0400 491 210.

Warburton.

CANTEBURY, poptop, 17' 6", excellent condition, new tyres, new awnings, $16,000ono. 0448 000 610.

COROMAL, Excel, 505, 2000, 17' island bed, full service Nov 14, reg until Jan 2016, VGC. $17,000. Towing extras if required. N48975. 0407 089 665.

Healesville.

MILLARD, 15' caravan, front kitchen, island double bed, roll out awning, GC. $10,000. 5962 4261. Healesville.

MAZDA BT50, GT, great condition, selling due to upgrade. One owner, very well looked after!

Need gone as I am picking up new car next week! ZCP-068.

Call vance 0419 133 691.

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�� Connecting people with local sport…

Irish theme at races

By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM THE summer racing season finished in style over the weekend with the Hirsch Memorial Yarra Valley Cup. Irish was the theme of the St Patrick’s Day celebration, with the $100,000 Jack Hirsch Cup taken home by Glen Boss riding ‘Index Linked.’

As always, the race was just one of the many exciting events happening at the track on the day.

An Irish-themed Fashions on the Field, live Irish music and dancing, free children’s entertainment and themed food and beer ensured a great day was had by all.

Nine races rounded out the program, with many already looking forward to Yarra Valley Racing’s 2015/2016 season.

Charlotte, 5, and Brianna, 4, of Eltham keep themselves entertained with finger food.

Pictures: GREG CARRICK

Irish Dancers Tali, 12, of Healesville, Saoirse, 14, of Warburton, Faith, 15, of Healesville and Samuel, 13, of Healesville go through their routine.

Nicole Walter of Mount Evelyn glammed up for the Fashion on the Field.

Picture: GREG CARRICK

Commanding Star wins the United Petroleum Maiden Plate.

Jan Litherland of Seaford, Jan Renehan of East Doncaster, Sue Leete of Mentone, June Palmer of Doncaster and Bernadette Foley of Yallambie tip their hats to the Irish.

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Athletes shine at nationals

By PETER DOUGLAS YARRA Ranges Athletics athletes are the toast of Victoria this weekend after four athletes won medals at the Australian Junior Track and Field Championships in Sydney.

Lateisha Willis was the undoubted star of the meet with two gold medals (90m hurdles and 200m hurdles) with a silver medal (4x100m relay).

Before the meeting, Lateisha was the club’s only national champion, having won gold at last year’s championships.

Lateisha went one better this year, picking up two gold medals, but has been joined in the national champion list by James Laven after his win in the 2000m steeplechase.

Not to be outdone, James’s sister Georgia finished third in her 800m to claim a bronze medal.

Game set to tackle a killer UPPER Ferntree Gully’s round-one clash with the Heathmont Jets will also be the setting for an important fund-raiser.

After the Jets lost their own Simon Minson to Cystic Fibrosis last year, they will dedicate their first match of the year to raising money for the condition.

Commemorative jumpers specifically designed for the occasion will be auctioned off after the match and a luncheon will be held at the ground on the day.

Club president Rob Parker said the players felt strongly about

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Formula for great golf THE Lakeside-Marysville Challenge was held on Saturday with very pleasant weather and great company.

This is an annual event where members of the Albert Park Golf Club, who are not able to use their course because of the Grand Prix, come to Marysville and compete for a perpetual cup based on the best 20 scores from each club.

This year Marysville was victorious with a score of 741 to Lakeside’s 723.

Members from each club now know each other quite well and the Marysville club thanks the Lakeside members for their continued support of the event.

The ladies’ winner from Marysville was Park Orchards member Rebecca Lee (28) with 38 points, and Susanna Lee (31, and no relation) had the best score for the Lakeside ladies with 36.

Brendan Krueger from Mount Evelyn (26) won the Marysville men’s section with an excellent 44, while Henry Clayton (5) was the Lakeside winner with 40.

Nearest the pins were Brad Simpson on the 4th, Ming Kuan on the 9th, Gail Leigh on the 11th and Jan Wheeler on the 18th.

Gail actually scored a hole in one on the 11th so her name will go on the honour board.

Thanks must go to Kellan and the volunteers who did an excellent job preparing the course, and to those who donated prizes for the raffle: Peter Lilley, Margaret and Michael Wood, Roger Thom-

Chelsea Thompson had to wait until Sunday afternoon to claim her silver medal for finishing second in her 200m.

Especially impressive was the results of all our athletes, almost all achieving personal bests on the biggest stage.

New members of all ages and abilities will always be welcomed at our club.

For more information, results and training times, visit www.yarrarangesathletics.org.au

Push to get the girls up

the cause.

“The players wanted to do something to help, which is why we’ve organised Cystic Fibrosis round,” he said.

“We’re encouraging everyone to get down to the ground to support this very worthy cause.”

The clash between Upper Ferntree Gully and Heathmont will be held at 2.10pm on Saturday 11 April, at H.E. Parker Reserve, Heathmont.

To donate to Cystic Fibrosis Victoria visit www.cysticfibrosis.org. au/vic/

THE Dandenong Ranges Junior Football League is desperate to ensure a girls league is up and running this year.

Girls football is the fastest growing area of sport Australia wide and the region’s youth will soon benefit.

Along with five other local clubs, Monbulk is hoping to join in this trend, this with the league’s first girls team ... but they need assistance.

The AFL has held numerous school sessions, trying to create interest, and Monbulk has their girls’ registration night this Thursday night from 5pm to 7pm at the Monbulk Reserve.

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as, Sabrina and Travers Stow, and JB Hi-Fi. The clubs also appreciate the efforts of Alan and Helen Howard who co-ordinated the raffle, and to all those members who contributed to the success of the day.

Lastly, thanks went out to House of Golf in Ringwood for their generous vouchers which went out to all who played on the day.

On Thursday, 14 nine-holers played for par on the back 9.

Members welcomed visitors Greg Adams and Bruce Edgar, and Greg won the day with square.

The daily member winner for five points on -1 was Russell Cohen. In a six-way countback on -2 for the other points were Brodie Arnott, Ray Jones, Kris Carlton and Chris Burgess. Chris Burgess also won nearest the pin on the 18th.

Four ladies from Marysville travelled to Woodend on Thursday to compete in the Ruby McKenzie Salver Stableford event.

Some 54 ladies from throughout the district attended, a record for the event, and while there were no winners from Marysville, Jenny Coleman and Heather Jenkins received 3 and 1 Dalhousie points respectively.

Next Saturday is the first round of the club championship and donations will go to the AntiCancer day.

A reminder that the last round of the Murrindindi Masters will be held at Eildon on 28 March.

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Cryptic Clues No. 7362 DOWN 1. A gift for the Queen in the near future (8). 2. Game to have some dental work (6). 3. Seemed suprised Desmond had caught up Jack (6). 4. Something to celebrate or a lot of things (4). 5. Esteem, though driven mad with anger by (6). 6. It’s a hit, which does take one aback (5). 11. Stick it inside in haste (8). 13. The introduction for Ida, Len played (4-2). 14. Silly rot! The Dutchman is a very hard worker (6). 15. Boy meets girl in India (6). 16. A lover of water having to order a half of bitter (5). 18. Thrill the gunman gets from using a gun (4).

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Sport Pictured from left are Bryan (Jack) Cole, senior coach, Jason Reynolds, playing assistant senior coach, Paul Fermanis and Brogan Murray.

New coach, recruits fortify club for new season HEALESVILLE Football Netball Club has revealed an exciting newlook line-up for its 2015 season, including a new head coach.

Heading the inclusions is senior coach Bryan ‘Jack’ Cole, who brings much experience, coaching both Montmorency and Geensborough football clubs.

As a coach, Bryan has taken these clubs into finals consistently since

2005 and has also been involved in the AFL TAC Cup program for Northern Knights.

Bryan’s playing career has been at Collingwood (AFL), Coburg (VFL) and Montmorency.

Healesville will also unleash a host of handy recruits, including Jason Reynolds, who will take up a playing senior assistant role.

Reynolds is a versatile player, ca-

pable of playing multiple key positions, as well as ruck.

He has played in the VAFA, SFL and EFL, as well as being a three-time premiership player with Oakleigh Amateur Football Club.

Joining him is Paul Fermanis, a strong midfield-forward who has played with Noble Park (EFL) and Port Melbourne (VFL).

Meanwhile, tall Brogan Murray

brings much experience after being involved with the Greater Western Sydney talented athlete program.

He has also represented Australia in elite international volleyball.

Brogan has played with Leongatha and Northcote Cougars in the NFL. Club president Felix Fraraccio said the new additions had created a buzz around the club.

“We’re confident of being part of a successful year at Healesville,” he said.

“We welcome all our new coaching staff, players and their families to the club.”

Seniors regular Luke Barclay will coach the reserves, while the Under 18s coach is Thomas Chandler, who was also at the helm for last year’s premiership.

On cusp of finals glor y

By CHRIS ANDERSON YVDCA THE semi-finals in the Yarra Valley District Cricket Association have been run and won, with the finalists decided.

As so often has been the case in recent seasons, batsmen have succumbed to the heavy weight of nerves.

But this season, a couple of individual centuries highlighted a high-scoring opening day, putting their teams on track for victory.

In DJ Strachan Shield, Mount Evelyn travelled to Warburton-Millgrove full of confidence after beating the competition’s best team in the final round.

In sunny conditions, the home side won the toss and elected to bat.

Sensing that history was against the batting teams in finals cricket, the Burras started cautiously in an attempt to keep wickets in hand.

Despite some probing bowling, brothers Ben and David Lever managed to navigate the early exchanges to set their team up, reaching the tea break at 0/99.

After regaining their footing after the break, Ben (37) succumbed to some beautiful spin bowling from Jed Thompson.

But David strode confidently to a masterful century.

Despite some streaky strokeplay at times, his innings was littered with powerful cover drives and brutal pull-shots.

Mount Evelyn did manage to squeeze itself into the contest as captain Kane Jones and brother Brad Jones collected vital wickets, including that of Lever for 116.

A new-look Luke Darwall (43) preyed on a tiring fielding side, launching a stinging attack that added to the final score.

But Chad Witherdin kept his cool to net figures of 5/56 and bowl the home side out for 271.

Mount Evelyn made a fair fist of the fight, but was unable to build partnerships of significance.

One constant for the visitors was that of opener Chris Anderson.

The veteran battled staunchly through 68 overs to give his team some sniff of a late spirt towards victory, but he, and side, timed their run too

late, as he ran himself out for 98, and his team’s innings rolled up quickly for 215.

David Lever (2/30) complemented his century with early wickets, while an expert spell from Luke Darwall (2/69) and Mick Walker (3/55) ensured the Burras booked their ticket to the big dance.

Meanwhile, Seville couldn’t contain a withering attack from Woori Yallock and found itself 380 runs behind after day one.

The Tigers have been carrying the Seville monkey on their back in recent matches, as Woori has missed some guilt-edged chances to beat the Blues this season.

The big difference this game is the Tigers had the chance to bat first.

After losing a wicket in the first over, George Reynolds joined Mick Dwyer, and the pair batted their team to an ominous position.

Dwyer has proven this season to be their most consistent and reliable batsman.

With Reynolds bringing up a much deserved half-century, Dwyer kicked on with his assault of the wilting Blues attack.

Unfortunately, Dwyer fell agonising close to a century, but his 89 had his team well and truly on the front foot.

Captain Daniel Mock joined Michael King and they shut the door well and truly.

King (81) showed his class and experience by not giving the Blues a sniff.

No one could begrudge Mock’s moment in the sun as his unbeaten 107 led his side to the monumental total of 5/380.

Mock’s opposite number, Dean Troyhan (3/113), toiled manfully, but he had no answers.

In reply, the Blues may as well have not turned up on the second day.

Fast-bowling maestros, Simon Young (6/25) and Jackson Wright (4/25), cut a swathe through a Seville line-up.

The day wrapped up quickly with the Blues bowled out for a paltry 53.

This leaves us with an intriguing grand final match-up between Wabrurton-Millgrove and Woori Yallock.

In RA Finger Trophy action, games followed a similar path to the top grade.

Seville managed to post 225 against a persis-

tent Woori Yallock attack.

Roger Oates once again led the way with an expertly made 84, while he was well supported by his old sparring partners Scott Luckhurst (29) and Mark Johnson (29).

Stephen Morgan (3/93), Matt White (4/62) and veteran Tim Diggins (2/17) kept things in check to the Tigers.

Woori Yallock would’ve entered day two with some confidence, as they possess the skill, and experience to challenge the total.

That wasn’t to be as Seville produced an allround performance, as Ron Sandfort (4/13) and Tom Page (2/23) led a dominant bowling display to roll the Tigers for 106.

In the grade’s other semi final, Coldstream had to battle hard against a well-rounded Healesville attack on day one.

Surprise packet, Michael Jackson, took the honours for the home side, claiming 4/7 and putting the brakes on the Crocs, while he was wellsupported by the talented Dillon Kerr (2/35).

Captain Ben Walsh ensured the Crocs wouldn’t be embarrassed with a great unbeaten knock of 81 and his team’s total of 162 proved to be more than enough.

The Bloods were powerless in the face of a great bowling display from Carl Dikschei (5/17), who was well supported by Daniel Sharp (2/20), as the pair led the Crocs to a grand final appearance as they bowled out Healesville for 56.

DJ STRACHAN SHIELD Warburton Millgrove 271 (D. Lever 116, L. Darwall 43, B. Lever 37, C. Witherdin 5/56) d Mount Evelyn 215 (C. Anderson 98, C. Witherdin 31, M. Walker 3/55, David Lever 2/30, L. Darwall 2/69), Woori Yallock 5/380 (D. Mock 107no, M. Dwyer 89, M. King 81, G. Reynolds 53, D. Troyahn 3/113) d Seville 53 (S. Young 6/25, J. Wright 4/25).

RA FINGER TROPHY Seville 225 (R. Oates 84, M. Johnson 29, S. Luckhurst 29, T. Page 27, M. White 4/62, S. Morgan 3/93) d Woori Yallock 106 (S. Morgan 45no, R. Sandfort 4/13, T. Page 2/23), Coldstream 162 (B. Walsh 81no, M. Jackson 4/7, D. Kerr 2/35) d Healesville 56 (C. Dikschei 5/17 D. Sharp 2/20).

C GRADE Wandin 288 (R. Aitken 70, L. Painter 64, D. Thorne 42, J. Tacey 4/59, J. Breamer 2/25) d

Healesville 160 (J. Darkin 66, J. Seymour 46, J. Oakley 4/48, A. Daly 2/21, Yarra Glen 241 (A. Cowan 54, L. Crawford 48, P. Moors 31no, N. Hodgetts 3/55, E. Blain 2/28, D. Waixel 2/9) d Gruyere 239 (J. Harding 59, A. Waixel 51, A. Blain 30, A. Cowan 4/25, A. Adamson 2/50, J. Orren 2/56) D GRADE Powelltown 405 (S. Thompson 125, T. Kelly 73, S. Sanders 64, K. Dunne 58no, A. Beath 3/40, T. Spencer 2/64) d Yarra Glen 139 (T. Davey 54, J. Woods 33, S. Thompson 4/39, G. McRorie 4/42), Mount Evelyn 9/179 (D. Finch 100no, D. Marshall 3/16, B. Duke 1/23) d Wandin 107 (P. Laws 27, S. Doolan 22, A. Argentino 3/31, C. Argentino 2/10, C. Robertson 2/16).

ONE DAY GRADE Silvan 8/206 (T. Martin 40, D. Benson 2/18) d Woori Yallock 159 (M. Rimmer 42, A. Lamonica 7/24), Mount Evelyn 0/94 (T. Hancock 40no, R. Hancock 45no) d Warburton-Millgrove 92 (B. Cronkshaw 3/4).

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7362 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, At first hand. 7, Date. 8, Dark suit. 9, Cha-ise. 10, De-cree. 12, S-light. 15, Bell-ow. 17, Back down.

19, R-i-ta (rev.) 20, In ch-aracter.

Down - 1, Off-er-ing. 2, Bridge. 3, S-tar-ed. 4, Mass. 5, Adm-ire. 6, A-bash. 11, Celer-it-y. 13, Lead-in (anag.) 14, Tro-jan. 15, Ben-gal. 16, Ot-(bit)ter. 18, Kick.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7362 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Cauliflower. 7, Halt. 8, Paradise. 9, Strand.

10, Thwart. 12, Cactus. 15, Stooge. 17, Altitude. 19, User.

20, Detestation.

Down - 1, Subtract. 2, Limpid. 3, Claret. 4, Owed. 5, Eraser. 6, Chart. 11, Whodunit. 13, Allude. 14, Squash.

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