Journal News - 25th January 2016

25 January 2016

A Star News Group Publication

Covering Endeavour Hills,, Doveton & Hallam

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Grand Slam smiling FORMER NEWS SPORTS JOURNALIST MARC MCGOWAN, WHO GREW UP IN NARRE WARREN NORTH, IS ON HIS DREAM ASSIGNMENT THIS WEEK; COVERING ALL THE ACTION AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN. HE CAUGHT UP WITH RISING STAR OMAR JASIKA, WHO HAS FOND MEMORIES OF BELTING BALLS AROUND THE COURTS OF ST PAUL APOSTLE TENNIS CLUB IN ENDEAVOUR HILLS. special now; he’s playing some good tennis and he’ll always back me up when he can.”

Jasika has fond memories of his days training at St Paul Apostle, the same tennis club that propelled one-time wheelchair tennis No.1 Daniela Di Toro to fame.

“There’s one court on the side and I used to train there. It was fun. I had the court by myself and it felt like you could do your own thing and train,” he said.

“We just liked the area and we were closer to my grandma and I was able to train. I’ve got a bit better since those days.”

Jasika is intent on returning to the Australian Open as a top-100 player, but said improving his physicality and dealing better with the mental toll of long stints on the road were the keys to that.

The 2014 US Open junior singles and doubles champion will move inside the top 300 in the men’s rankings this month.

“It was definitely the best week of my life and I can’t wait to come back next year – it’s my favourite slam,” Jasika said.

“The crowd just made me smile. Every day I couldn’t wait to wake up to play in front of a huge crowd. It was fun, and definitely worth it.”

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YOU might once have driven past and caught a glimpse of a talented kid striking balls at St Paul Apostle Tennis Club.

That same kid played in front of thousands of spectators at this year’s Australian Open, and is considered a frontline act of Generation Next.

Former Endeavour Hills resident Omar Jasika, Nick Kyrgios’ brother from another mother, is on the fast track to greatness – having claimed his maiden grand slam main draw victory last Monday.

The 18-year-old wildcard’s 6-4, 3-6, 6-0, 6-4 defeat of world No.76 Illya Marchenko earned him a shot at 2008 Australian Open runner-up Jo-Wilfried Tsonga.

Jasika’s singles fortnight ended there – under lights on Margaret Court Arena, no less – but he was back on Thursday to partner Kyrgios in the doubles.

“Nick is like my big brother. I’ve known him for a while now and we’re pretty tight,” Jasika told the News.

“He’s stayed at my house, I’ve stayed at his house before, and we train together and tell each other our deepest secrets. It’s good to have a friendship like that.

“We grew up together and have our own inside jokes … Nick’s something

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Islamic school plans raise ‘cover-up’ fears

By LACHLAN MOORHEAD CASEY councillor Rosalie Crestani and more than 50 residents have raised concerns that plans to build an Islamic school in Doveton were seemingly approved without their knowledge.

At last week’s council meeting, Cr Crestani presented a 51-signature petition calling for a review of the process which saw the plans for the school - to be set up at the former Doveton North Primary

School site in Rowan Drive - approved.

In May 2014 Star News reported how Ilim College of Australia bought the site for $4.2 million, with a spokesman for then Assistant Treasurer Gordon RichPhillips confirming at the time that the 20,420 square metre site had been purchased.

During the Tuesday meeting Cr Crestani put several questions to City of Casey Director of Planning and Development

Peter Fitchett in relation to the planning decision, before presenting the petition.

Cr Crestani, the deputy president of Pastor Danny Nalliah’s far-right Rise Up Australia Party (RUAP), questioned why councillors weren’t notified about the decision and why the term ‘Islamic’ was left out of despatches.

But Mr Fitchett said councillors had been notified about the decision on 14 occasions via the Councillor Informa-

tion Bulletin board. It was also noted by the relevant officers that they were at risk of discrimination if they included the religion of the applicant, according to legal advice they had sought.

The only councillor willing to second the review motion, which was heavily amended and eventually carried, was Mayor Sam Aziz, citing Cr Crestani’s right to free speech.

Campaign for speed reduction finally realised

By NARELLE COULTER

She said she took some small comfort in the fact that something positive had come from Shaye’s death.

“This campaign kept me going. I did it in her honour.

She was always a fighter.

Her nickname was Little Miss Social Worker because she was always helping everyone.

“I think she would be quite proud of me.

“I could feel Shaye smiling down at me.”

Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams supported Ms Brown’s campaign, lobbying VicRoads for the speed change.

Ms Williams said Dandenong High School students recommended the speed reduction during a road safety workshop held late last year.

“This workshop was about engaging with the school students that cross the Princes Highway daily and giving them the opportunity to help us improve road safety along this busy section of road,” she said.

“Reducing the speed limit will improve safety for all road users, in particular local school students riding and walking to school.”

With her Wipe off 20 crusade at an end, Ms Brown said she felt strong enough to move on with her life.

She hasn’t been able to work since the accident and hopes to re-join the workforce soon.

“Shaye would want me to move on.

“She wouldn’t want me to be stuck like I am now.”

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THE Endeavour Hills Police Station was to close early on Tuesday 19 January, due to the hot weather.

The Endeavour Hills station front desk will be closed at 3pm instead of 11pm, according to a statement posted to the Casey Eyewatch Facebook page.

The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) expects Melbourne’s temperature to reach as high as 32 degrees on Tuesday.

“With extreme temperatures expected on 19 January, 2016, and increased demand on our officers, there are planned changes to counter services at Endeavour Hills and Carrum Downs Police Stations,” the police statement read.

“Endeavour Hills will only provide reception counter service between 7am and 3pm.”

The Carrum Downs station was also expected to close on Tuesday at 5pm.

Last month Star News reported how Police Minister Wade Noonan hit back at claims he was “passing the buck” when it came to the Endeavour Hills police station not being manned 24 hours.

Casey councillor Rafal Kaplon again raised the issue after council resolved in April to write to Mr Noonan to investigate the feasibility of having the station manned 24-hours a day.

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Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams, Stacey Brown and daughter Jacinta Kosky are delighted that the speed limit outside Dandenong High School has been reduced to 60kmh. Stacey’s daughter Shaye Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS died trying to cross the highway in 2013. 149203

POLICE are investigating after an Endeavour Hills home was ransacked while the occupants were on holiday.

A laptop computer, an iPad, and a set of house keys were stolen in the James Cook Drive burglary, which is believed to have occurred sometime between noon on 8 December and 3.30pm on 14 January.

An amount of jewellery and cash was also stolen after the thieves jemmied open the laundry door.

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STACEY Brown cried when the news finally came through that the speed limit outside Dandenong High School was to be reduced to 60 kilometres per hour.

Ms Brown’s 13-year-old daughter Shaye died when she was struck by a car while crossing the Princes Highway near the James Street intersection in March 2013.

At the time the speed limit was 80kmh.

Amid her grief, Ms Brown mounted her Wipe off 20 campaign involving a petition and a protest at the site of her daughter’s death.

Ms Brown believes Shaye may have survived had the speed limit been lower.

“If that (60kmh) was the speed limit when my daughter got hit she wouldn’t have suffered the same injuries,” Ms Brown said.

“I just hope that people do slow down and, touch wood, there are no more accidents.

“I wouldn’t want any other parent to go through what I’ve experienced.”

The new limit applies to the stretch of highway between Fifth Avenue and Henty Street.

According to VicRoads, 17,000 cars use the stretch of highway in front of the school daily in both directions.

Ms Brown said the lower speed limit would also make the area safer for pedestrians, particularly those using parks in the area.

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JACK JOHNSON IS THE AUTHOR OF WHEN THE CLOCK STRIKES, A FASCINATING ACCOUNT OF GROWING UP IN DANDENONG, HIS YEARS TENDING TO THE CITY’S PIPES AND DRAINS AS A PLUMBER AND BRINGING UP A FAMILY WITH WIFE FRANCES IN THEIR BELOVED HOME IN MACPHERSON STREET.

Dunny nightman had a Wyatt Earp touch BEFORE Dandenong got sewerage in 1936, most houses did not have kitchen sinks or hot water services.

We washed the dishes by pouring a kettle of boiling water into a tin dish which sat on a Kauri pine draining board.

The first laundry troughs were made of Kauri pine before we got the first reinforced concrete ones.

Our weatherboard house in McCrae Street had a dunny that was a classic and had the aura of a past century both in materials and style.

It must have been crafted totally by hand by an Australian Michaelangelo or the da Vinci of dunny builders.

The door was ledged and braced with a saw-toothed top.

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grooved V-jointed Baltic flooring and held in place by black cast-iron fancy shaped T-hinges.

The door opener was a matching cast-iron handle and thumb latch.

The floor was Baltic pine as were the regency lining boards.

The seat was a wall-to-wall slab of Kauri pine with a hole skilfully cut out on the splay by a keyhole saw.

The removed piece of pine had a

carved handle screwed to it and it then became the slip in lid.

The seat itself had developed a French polished sheen from the years of the bottoms of people who whiled away their time there reading the cut up pieces of toilet paper, produced mainly by the Herald and Weekly Times.

A recessed box in the lining board wall was used to store the toilet paper which was impaled on a long nail.

This toilet of ours looked so out of character with our modest house I often thought it may have been carted there as a complete unit.

The night cart man was true to his name. He came in the night with his two-horse wagon carrying a doubledecker load of black dunny cans with snap-on lids.

Coming into the yard to exchange our full can for an empty one, he looked like Wyatt Earp in his broadbrimmed flat-topped hat and long dark leather coat.

I do clearly remember seeing him one time in the daylight. On that occasion, as I came round the McCrae Street corner into Power Street past old Mrs Prentice’s house, I witnessed a traumatic incident.

The night man had his wagon at the end of the back lane near Mr Butler’s back gate. He was breaking in a new horse to double harness.

The side of his wagon was down and he had just placed a full can on the bottom rack. As he pulled an empty can from the top tier at the front of the wagon he lost his grip.

That caused the can to lose its lid

and crash with a hell of a noise onto the iron rim of the wagon wheel.

This spooked the new horse, causing it to bolt and stir up the other horse.

As they sped round the corner into Langhorne Street, past Mr Butler’s immaculately kept lawns and garden, two full cans fell from the wagon.

They both spilled onto the footpath right at Mr Butler’s front gate, with Wyatt Earp running after the horses yelling “woah you silly bastards”.

At last they stopped on the wide nature trip of Merlin in Langhorne Street and he then led them back and with a small shovel proceeded to clean up the mess. Ironically, Mr Butler would go on to be the president or engineer of the first Dandenong Sewerage Authority, which eventually put the nightman out of business.

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second class honours and a pass; Glenys Edwards, two second class honours and two passes; Yvonne Manestov, two second class honours and a pass; Roslyn Coffin, Jacqueline Harris and Maryke Van Gerrevink, each three passes.

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LOOKING BACK 100 years ago 30 December 1915 Heliopolis Camp Egypt, Letter from Sergeant Major Eric Keys The civilian population do much to alleviate the sufferings of our wounded, visiting the hospitals, taking gifts, and placing their motor cars at the disposal of such patients as are fit to indulge in the pleasure of a motor ride through the beautiful streets of Cario.

And truly beautiful these streets are, with their avenues of lebbek and mohr trees, not to mention the splendid plantations of Australian gums which one frequently comes across, and you can guess the feeling of an Australian when a good old gum tree meets his gaze!

The Dandenong papers are sent

to me every week and I can assure you that I follow with great interest the doings of my native town.

At one time or another I have seen most of the boys from Dandenong who have come over to do their part in the great struggle.

One thing I am very sorry about, and that was that I failed to see the two Couves before they left Egypt.

They marched out of Mena on the night that my regiment marched in, and I missed them by a few hours only.

You know their fate, and I know that you share in our sorrow, but we have the consolation of knowing that they died as brave men and good soldiers the head of their men in some of the fiercest fighting that the world have ever known.

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Future's looking good

By LACHLAN MOORHEAD

Eumemmerring which are set to be used for fixing footpaths, improving safety near shops and upgrading the playground.

“The pieces of the puzzle have been gathered into what we see now in the plan,” Cr Rosario told the chamber.

“Residents have said in the past that Doveton’s a forgotten area and this shows we are listening.”

Cr Rosario’s comments follow last year’s community forum about the future of Doveton after the suburb repeatedly

A NEW masterplan for Doveton’s ‘town centre’ has been hailed by a Casey councillor as proof that the suburb has not been forgotten.

The Draft Autumn Place Master Plan was approved for public exhibition at Tuesday’s council meeting with River Gum councillor Damien Rosario throwing his support behind the project.

The plan will guide investment of council funds within Doveton and

copped negative media coverage.

In July Doveton was listed as one of the state’s seven most disadvantaged postcodes in the Dropping off the Edge 2015 report which was compiled by Jesuit Social Services and Catholic Social Services Australia.

This came as author Dennis Glover, a Labor speechwriter who grew up in Doveton, released his book, An Economy is Not a Society, in which he wrote about the severe impact of factory closures on

the once efficient manufacturing region.

Last year Doveton residents were also found to be from a collection of just 6 per cent of Victorian postcodes which make up half of the state’s 6506 prison population, according to the Ombudsman’s latest report.

The draft masterplan will be exhibited for at least 28 days, starting in February.

“The investment we’re putting into Doveton is a great blueprint for the future,” Cr Rosario said.

Signs could have prevented creek bike death

By GEORGIA WESTGARTH KEEN cyclist Travis Hill believes warning signs could have prevented the death of a Wantirna man who was found in water along the Dandenong Creek Trail.

Police believe they uncovered the body of a missing Wantirna man aged in his forties near a bridge on the Dandenong Creek Trail on Monday 18 January about 9.30am.

A missing man, who had left his home to go for a bike ride, was reported to police on Sunday 17 January.

A passer-by alerted authorities to the body and bicycle in the creek and the man’s safety helmet could be seen from the trail.

Upon investigating the scene, police believe the man was riding downhill when he attempted to brake and collided with bollards before entering the water.

Mr Hill, 35, from Noble Park said he has stopped cycling along the path where the man was found dead because it was “unsafe”.

“The last time I rode along that path would have been two months ago,” he told Star News.

“And I demounted from my bike and walked across that bridge.

“It has no lighting and I haven’t noticed signs warning cyclists to slow down before approaching the hill near the bridge.

“The section where he was found is dangerous and it’s not a really busy track and you are riding behind a lot of vacant blocks,” he said.

Mr Hill cycles up to four times a week and said he would like to see more safety measures added to the bridge to prevent another tragic accident.

The bridge currently has flexi-bollards that run along the edge.

“I’d like to see some kind of protection for riders and a lot more signage to say slow down leading up to the waterways,” he said.

A section of the creek where the man’s body was located runs parallel with the bike path and police are currently preparing a report for the Coroner.

Star News is awaiting a response from the City of Greater Dandenong on who is responsible for the maintenance of the path and bridge.

Police search and rescue uncovered the body of a missing Wantirna man aged Picture: GARY SISSONS in his forties last Monday. 149083

Added security after terror attack EXTRA security has been added to the permitter fence around Endeavour Hills Police Station this week.

The measures come after protective screens were finally installed at the station’s front desk in November following the fatal shooting of Numan Haider in 2014.

Senior Sergeant Alan Dew said the additions were upright flattened aluminium tubes that added an extra 15 centimetres to the height of the fence.

“They’re just an extra deterrent for people wanting to gain unlawful entry,” he said.

“No one has tried to climb the fence but it’s just another security message.”

Late last year Holt MP Anthony Byrne, also the deputy chairman of Parliament’s Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, visited the station to speak with Senior Sergeant Phil Byrne about the new security additions.

Haider was fatally shot on 23 September 2014 as he allegedly stabbed two police officers outside the station.

The incident is being investigated by the State Coroner.

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Power behind the pen

By LACHLAN MOORHEAD WIDA Tausif didn’t want her dream to stay a dream. Even at 23 years of age, the Narre Warren South kinder teacher was determined not to let doubt overcome her hope of being a writer.

It was the impetus for Wida to write and selfpublish her first book, Don’t Give Up On Your Dreams - a children’s picture book about - you guessed it - chasing your dreams.

“Personally I did face a few obstacles, there was discouragement from a few people but I just kept going,” Wida said.

“I want to encourage young children that if they have a passion, don’t give up.”

While her first book was officially launched just last week, Wida isn’t a stranger to writing.

As well as contributing articles to magazines the 23-year-old loves poetry and has penned many of her own poems.

Having been born in war-torn Afghanistan before moving to New Zealand and then Australia, Wida already has a wealth of experiences to draw on when putting pen to paper.

“A lot of girls back home, in the Middle East and parts of Asia, they don’t have enough rights do things with life, they’re encouraged to stay home,” Wida said.

“So for a woman to go out and do something, it encourages the community.

“A lot of my friends have a lot of dreams.”

Already Wida’s dreams seem closer with every step. When she couldn’t find anyone to publish her book, she published it herself.

When she felt like she was being deterred from writing she continued to pen poems, with one of them even being selected to go on display at a human rights exhibition in Vancouver, Canada.

A passionate humanitarian, Wida believes writing can serve as the perfect conduit to further her cause.

“I try to promote peace through poetry,” she said. “Words are strong, and we can use them as a weapon.”

For more information, visit Wida’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/WidaTausif-177348115702973/

Afghan-born Wida Tausif, from Narre Warren South, launched her self-published children's book last week.

Drivers hit in holidays road blitz A VICTORIAN police crackdown over the Christmas period caught 443 drivers breaking the law on Casey roads.

As part of Operation Roadwise, police with backup from the TAC saturated Casey, with 17 State Highway Patrol units and six booze buses dotted throughout the region.

From 13 December to 3 January, Casey police caught eight drink-drivers, 21 drugdrivers, 29 people using a mobile phone behind the wheel and 24 disqualified drivers.

However most of the fines went to speeding drivers with Casey police charging 179 people over the 22 days.

Unregistered vehicles almost made up a quarter of the fines with 100 tickets issued and 43 unlicensed drivers were caught during the blitz.

Twenty one drivers were seen not wearing a seat belt while driving and 18 people were caught disobeying traffic controls.

Before the monster operation, Cranbourne’s Acting Senior Sergeant Pat McGavigan told Star News that it was Casey’s number one ranking in Victoria for high trauma that led to the big road task.

“We have funding through the TAC for additional patrols, that’s how much of a risk Casey is,” he said.

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Brother and sister Tayla and Noah enjoy last year's Picture: ROB CAREW Australia Day celebrations. 133328 “That’s a telling judgement.

“There’s great animation in the faces of the new citizens and their children and it’s fascinating to see the enthusiasm from their kids, they’re so proud.”

But Mr Cain, a barrister and solicitor at the Supreme Court, said the country’s poor treatment of the indigenous people in times gone by must be acknowledged, on Australia Day in particular, and he said the issue would certainly be raised in his speech.

“We still fall short in attending to issues around the aborigi-

nal people, things like life expectation, discrimination. We’re still addressing these,” he said.

“I think people need to be reminded, while we have justifiably great achievements in so many areas, there is one area we have not done as well as we should, for generations.”

The Doveton Australia Day event will take place at Recreation Reserve on Frawley Road in Eumemmerring from 10am to 1pm.

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

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SPORTS GROUND ALLOCATIONS 1 APRIL – 31 AUGUST 2016 Council is seeking applications from clubs for the use of sports grounds and pavilions for the 2016 winter season.

Applications are available from www.greaterdandenong.com.

Enquiries should be directed to Leesa Ray, Sports Liaison Officer on 8571 1000.

Applications close 5pm, 29 January 2016.

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FORMER Victorian Premier John Cain will be making a special visit to Eumemmerring for this year’s Australia Day celebrations.

As an Australia Day ambassador, a role he’s held for the past 20 years, Mr Cain has been chosen to speak at the Doveton Australia Day event at Eumemmerring Recreation Reserve on Tuesday.

Mr Cain, who was Premier of Victoria from 1982 to 1990, told Star News that he will also use the event as an opportunity to talk to community members about the importance of the day.

Many of the visitors in Casey have started a new life down-under after migrating from other countries.

“It’s an opportunity for the ambassador to deliver a message that we should be proud of this country,” he said.

“I’m pleased to be given the role, it’s an important time to sit back and reflect each year as to where we’re heading and reflect how well we’ve done and where we can improve.”

Mr Cain has said at previous events that citizenship ceremonies were often a highlight of the day and he noted how areas such as Doveton and Eumemmerring are home to many new Australian citizens.

“Citizenship ceremonies highlight issues and are part of what we’re celebrating - people have come over here, had a look at us and decided they want to stay and be a part of it,” he said.

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Serving up the action NON-STOP tennis activities are being served up at Westfield Fountain Gate Shopping Centre for the next week during the Australian Open.

A number of events are being run at the centre in conjunction with the tennis, including a Hot Shotz competition, totem

tennis challenges, free face painting and live music.

There will even be a big TV screen showing the Australian Open.

News photographer STEWART CHAMBERS dropped by Fountain Gate last weekto get involved with all the tennis action.

Jess, Elvio and Casey Councillor Geoff Ablett watched the tennis on the big screen.

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Your Community Cheeky Little Monkey’s Playgroup An easy going, friendly bunch of parents with cheeky little monkeys of pre-school age. Develop friendships with other parents and bubs, share experiences and learn through play. Contact the Centre’s Administration Office on 9547 5801 to register your interest. Playgroup commences for 2016 on Tuesday 2nd Feb. When: Tuesday’s 2:30pm – 4:00pm Cost: Gold coin Donation

Yoga classes – Thursdays and Sundays Cost: Gold Coin and Mats Provided Our NPCC Yoga Classes are held every Thursday from 9:30am – 10:30am, and every Sunday from 5:00pm – 6:00pm. Our teacher, Shea is very experienced and teaches traditional and modern Yoga methods for all ages and abilities. Come and join us. Yoga for All Ages - Healthy body Healthy mind.

Noble Park Community Centre: Ph: 9547 5801

Diploma Courses start in February Diploma of Community Services – Case Management is a highly valued qualification in the sector.

Classes start in February. Includes work experience in providing important services to the needy in the community.

Diploma of Community Development is a great course providing pathways to employment in the community sector.

All of our trainers are highly qualified, experienced and friendly people and make classes fun and interesting.

Students participate in community development projects run by the Centre, have unique opportunity to develop important networks and start building up their professional reputation.

We DO NOT subscribe anyone to any loans. Springvale Learning and Activity Centre. Ph: 9547 2647

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Do you want to Develop and Practice the English Language?

Develop and practice your English in a friendly group environment for beginners to advanced level. We can also help to assist parents with their day to day communication skills in English and for students that want to advance their reading, writing and spelling. Courses held throughout City of Greater Dandenong. Phone 9574 6399 for more information and to register for 2016 or email literacy@snh.org.au.

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Wellsprings Enrolment Days Don’t forget it’s enrolment day on 3rd and 4th February. Get in early to make sure you have a place in the class of your choice. Wellsprings for Women Ph: 9701 3740

Keyzpark Calisthenics Club Calisthenics combines elements from gymnastics, dance, singing and stage performance.

Keyzpark Calisthenics Club encourages and grows students skills required in this sport, whilst at the same time having a lot of fun and enjoying the wonderful attributes calisthenics has to offer. One of the special features of this sport is the opportunity to socialise and make new friends while keeping fit. Classes held at Noble Park Community Centre. For more details contact - keyzparkcc@gmail.com or www.keyzpark.com Noble Park Community Centre: Ph: 9547 5801

Diploma Courses – Enrol now Diploma of Community Services – Case Management. Diploma of Community Development.

Classes start in February. Enrolments are taken now Springvale Learning and Activity Centre. Ph: 9547 2647

Basic Computer Skills for Beginners Learn how to use the computer supported by others in the group and the staff. Learn at your own rate, meet people, join in a range of activities based what you need to learn. All groups have group and individual tasks to complete. You are in charge of your learning. The program shows you how to use the computer, search the internet and how to send and receive emails.

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Digital Literacy for Older Victorians programs will assist you to improve your knowledge of computers, ipads, tablets, digital cameras, using the internet, using mobile phones etc. for learners aged 65 and over.

Centres across the City of Greater Dandenong will be offering a range of programs that will be short in duration and will cover topics that will assist older Victorians to self-manage more aspects of their lives and remain connected to their families, friends and communities (for example, internet banking, Skype, using an iPad).

Use your own equipment if you have one or we will supply. Get a group of friends together or just give the nearest centre to you a call to find out more information.

Dandenong Neighbourhood House: Ph: 9792 5298

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New hospital opening in 2017 The new St John of God Berwick Hospital is now under construction at Kangan Drive, Berwick and will be ready to deliver care closer to home in 2017.

210 beds 200 new positions Intensive Care Unit 8 Operating Theatres

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Cardiac Unit 6 Birthing Suites 350 basement carparks Cardiac/Vascular Catheter Laboratory

THIS WEEK THE JOURNAL NEWS INTRODUCES A NEW REGULAR COLUMN, TAKE TEN. EACH WEEK A CASEY IDENTITY ANSWERS THE SAME 10 LIGHT-HEARTED QUESTIONS. ANYONE WHO WOULD LIKE TO BE FEATURED IN TAKE TEN CAN CONTACT THE NEWS AT DAILYEDITOR@ STARNEWSGROUP.COM.AU OR CONTACT GEORGIA WESTGARTH ON 5945 0612 OR LACHLAN MOORHEAD 5945 0613.

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1. What is something people don’t know about you?

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2. What has been the most memorable moment of your life to date?

Four such moments: the birth of my four children.

3. If you had to choose, what would your last meal be?

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4. If you could witness any event, past, present or future, what would it be?

The Sermon on the Mount – the original.

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5. What is your favourite television show?

The Walking Dead.

6. What is your favourite book?

The Gospel of Luke.

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Who would they be?

Gandhi, Jesus, Mohammad, Queen Elizabeth I, Francis of Assisi and JK Rowling.

8. What has been your most embarrassing moment?

Doing a magic show in a street festival and one of my props fell apart in front of the crowd.

9. If you could live in a particular era, which would you choose?

Right here, right now.

Our knowledge of medicine and hygiene is unsurpassed.

10. What was the first or best concert you have ever attended?

First one: Barry McGuire live. Best one: The Seekers reunion after 25 years.

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Pre School – Year 12 Keysborough Campus: Saturday mornings 9am-12pm

GROW., the new regional business magazine is launching later this year and will change the way you think about business in the Casey Cardinia region. Developed in partnership with Star News Group and City of Casey and Shire of Cardinia Councils the publication will shine light on local business’ successes, struggles and offer an opportunity for targeted business to business promotion.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT… LAST week’s council meeting was extra special for Damien Rosario.

The River Gum Ward councillor was smiling ear to ear to see his wife Renee seated in the audience with their newborn baby Xavier.

Xavier, only two weeks old, was born over the Christmas period.

Renee and Xavier were welcomed to the chamber by Mayor Sam Aziz, a very special moment coming nearly three years after Cr Rosario’s only daughter, Amelia, died at birth.

Amelia was cruelly struck with Patau syndrome - a genetic disorder that produces an extra copy of the 13th chromosome.

Since then Renee has helped other families enduring the same heart-breaking diagnosis.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Deadly threat Too many of us have become complacent about fire.

Hot and blustery, Monday 18 January 2016 had been declared a day of Total Fire Ban. Yet, inexplicably, Endeavour Hills was abuzz with lawn mowers, with council contractors en masse pole sawing and chipping branches from nature strips, and with builders grinding in a haze

of concrete dust in their efforts to reconstruct a house destroyed by fire last year.

Meanwhile an out-of-control fire threatened all at Crib Point, until a life-saving southerly blew its embers north; embers settling on window sills to remind all who choose to risk life and property that fire is, indeed, a deadly master.

Jill Dawson, Endeavour Hills.

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ONE Star News reporter had wishful thinking last week when he hoped to attend a Casey Council meeting and the Australian Open in the same night.

The journalist was making good time, with the council meeting looking like it would wrap up within an hour.

But that was before a prickly motion was brought up during the petition section which saw the meeting delayed an extra half an hour.

The good news is the journo still got to the tennis - from Narre Warren to Richmond - that night and made it court-side to watch a ripper five-set match.

TERRY from Narre Warren contacted the News a bit perturbed that Mercedes Benz Berwick is actually in Narre Warren.

That may be so, Terry, but it doesn’t seem a big deal and the trend is fairly widespread.

Have a look to the east and Berwick Pottery and Berwick Motor Body Repairs, two other reputable businesses, are actually in Officer.

All are well accessible to the good people of Berwick.

LEFT to rack and ruin the old Tooradin Pub may not be cleaned up until Santa arrives next year!

A dumping site and canvas for budding street artists, the South Gippy eyesore may

Casey councillor Damien Rosario and his newborn baby, Xavier. eventually end up as either a restaurant or service station.

But Casey council advises that it has granted an extension on works to start, which must be completed by December 2019.

It’s been a long wait, with the original planning permit released back in 2013.

What would you like to see at the old watering hole?

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Vascular lesions/Blood vessels: Broken capillaries or vascular lesions occur when the small capillaries become dilated; the laser shrinks the capillaries, providing instant cosmetic improvement.

WHAT’S NEW: The Ellipse is the latest generation IPL (intense pulse light). We can treat a variety of conditions safely: Rosacea: A common skin condition that causes red pimples, flushing and broken capillaries (telangiectasia) affecting mainly the cheeks and nose of adults. This irritating condition, often causing uncomfortable face flushing and can be safely treated with almost no down time and requiring approx 1-4 treatments at one month apart. The Ellipse laser can treat several skin types.

Sun damage: Skin aging is accelerated by sun exposure. For the removal of age spots, uneven pigmentation and diffuse redness, the Ellipse laser is the latest technology available. Ellipse treatment of sun damaged skin help you keep a younger and fresher look with a full-face treatment taking less than 20 minutes. Again, most skin types can be treated.

Acne: A common skin disease of teenagers, often affecting the face, neck, chest, shoulders and back, associated with overproduction of sebum (oily substance). Ellipse treatment is effective by slowing down the production of the sebum, with a typical course of therapy being four treatments at three weeks apart.

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Plaza under new bosses DANDENONG Plaza will soon have a new owner.

GPT Group has agreed to sell the shopping centre to Sydney-based Armada Funds Management for $197 million, subject to Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approval.

Settlement is expected on 29 February.

JLL’s retail investments head Simon Rooney negotiated the transaction and said it would be the fourth largest in the retail sector for 2015 and the second largest individual shopping centre sold for the year.The centre has about 57,128 square metres of gross lettable area and includes Kmart and Target discount department stores, Coles, Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets, Reading Cinemas, 14 mini major tenancies, 142 specialty tenancies, 23 kiosks and car parking for 3248 vehicles.

GPT’s head of retail Vanessa Orth said replacing Myer and new leases with Target and Woolworth had preceded starting a sale campaign in September.

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By GEORGIA WESTGARTH IN LINDEN Barry’s eyes the world would be a better place if everyone just tried “5 per cent more”.

A humble, Narre Warren father of two, Linden, has spent more time in the supermarket this month than he has done in 15 years.

And it was a newspaper article on struggling drought stricken farmers in northern Victoria that lead him to the shops.

“I just read it and thought that’s no good and came out the next day and thought buggar it I better do

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Loddon Community Centre president Leanne Welsh, who started a food bank for 30 farming families under financial strain.

And since the delivery Linden and Lachlan have returned to help Dingee volunteers package his generous donation – which took him three hours to buy.

“Lachie, I and half a dozen ladies packed up the food ready to be distributed by the Salvos outreach,” Linden said.

Both Narre Warren North CFA fire fighters Linden and Lachlan

have vowed they will do it all again.

“The delivery came to 70 parcels for families most in need and you don’t have to have a link to the area to be able to help someone,” Linden said.

“We don’t have any ties in Dingee but give us two months and we will do another load.”

Originally Linden wasn’t keen to have his donation made public but has since changed his mind, in the hope that his efforts will remind others that they, too, can put in an extra 5 per cent.

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“Sometimes you just got to try a bit harder, and once you get outside of Melbourne you see how dry it is,” he said.

So he and his 18-year-old son Lachlan piled 16 trolleys worth of toiletries and groceries into a van and drove the seven hours to Dingee and back earlier this month.

“We did it all in one day,” Linden said.

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A PROGRAM that helps young refugees settle into life in Australia is calling for volunteers from Dandenong and Keysborough.

Ucan2 volunteers share their life experiences and skills with refugees and give them advice about how to make informed education and career decisions.

The program has supported more than 1000 young people over the past five years by helping them to settle into in all aspects of community life.

This help is especially crucial for young people as they transition from learning English to studying or working.

“Being part of Ucan2 was pretty special since it showed me that young people can change the world if they get the opportunity to gain new experiences and skills,” former Ucan2 volunteer Mandana Azadi said.

“Ucan2 gave me the opportunity to support

students settle happily in Melbourne into work and study.

“I was also able to interact with others, share cultural interests and build strong relationships with other volunteers and students.”

Former Ucan2 participant Sajad Sarvari said the program helped him develop his confidence in his new country.

“At first school was really hard and could be overwhelming, but the Ucan2 sessions really helped me understand pathways, how to apply for a job and the Australian working culture,” Sajad said.

Over the past year Ucan2 volunteers have worked with more than 200 students across Melbourne.

Ucan2 volunteers have to commit to 2.5 hours per week for 16 to 18 weeks and training and support is provided.

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Families need look no further than this lovely fourbedroom two bathroom property which is located in a much sought after pocket of Keysborough.

IT IS positioned within walking distance of Keysborough Primary School and Darren Reserve Kindergarten and is set within easy reach of Haileybury college, Dingley Village shopping, numerous parklands and reserves, local schools, plus great transport and arterial access.

Set on a generous flat section, this elegant family home has been cleverly designed and beautifully built with family and entertaining in mind while the family will have space to grow and play in the

property which spans over two generous levels.

Upstairs is comprised of four bedrooms with wardrobes, the master with spacious en suite, large family bathroom with separate toilet facilities and a spacious retreat which is perfect for kids and teens.

The lower level is home to the primary entertaining area and features both formal and casual living and dining areas, a huge rumpus room, study, and an expansive country-modern kitchen with a convenient

breakfast bar and ample cabinetry.

It features easy-flow to the lush exterior and buyers will adore the undercover pergola with established low-maintenance gardens - perfect for fabulous entertaining year round!

Meticulously maintained and finished with hardwood timber and tiled floors and elegant décor, this is a home that has plenty of scope for adding a personal stamp without all the hard work of a renovation. Noteworthy highlights include a double garage with remote controlled door and internal access, a large storeroom, ducted and split-system heating and cooling, plus ample storage throughout.

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AUCTIONEERS

AUCTIONEERS HAMMER OUT THE DEALS

BY GEORGIA WESTGARTH WHETHER on-site or in-room auctions, three Greater Dandenong real estate agents say that selling at auction will result in a more favourable outcome for the vendor.

Auctioneer at I-Sell Springvale Harry Li said on-site auctions maximise emotion and allow competing bidders to draw off each other and the crowd’s atmosphere.

“On average a Dandenong or Springvale on-site auction will pull around 35 people,” Mr Li said.

And it’s the home on the hammer, standing behind the auctioneer, that drives the sale, he said.

“Being on-site acts as a trigger point for buyers, it confirms why they are at the auction and that emotion definitely helps on auction day.”

Mr Li has been selling houses in Springvale for 11 years and has been

an auctioneer for seven years.

He insists that the auction process is transparent.

“In our area people are more aware of auctions and home owners are more inclined to sell at auction now compared to five years ago,” he said.

“And we sell more homes at auction than private sale.”

Stockdale and Leggo Dandenong auctioneer Neil Butler has conducted more than 2400 auctions in his 35-year career and agrees that the understanding around auctions has added to its success.

“It’s totally illegal to give dummy bids now and people became a little cautious of that because it wasn’t true transparency at auction and people became suspicious of the whole method,” Mr Butler said.

“Consumer Affairs do send out inspectors who listen to auctioneers at auction - and it is made quite clear that no false bids are allowed.”

Mr Butler said this requirement means that ‘auction’ is no longer a dirty word and sellers are now aware that an auction is the best way to get the highest price for their property in the shortest amount of time.

“The other beauty of an auction is that the seller gets a five-week lead-up from the time the home goes on the market to the time of auction and it’s heavily marketed, so the vendor gets maximum exposure in a short time,” Mr Butler said.

“It’s an old cliche but you will usually get the best offers in the first 30 days on the market.”

Allison Grant, an auctioneer with Ray White Noble Park, said the majority of her sales are done at in-room auctions.

“We’ve found increasingly over the past five years in-room auctions have become more popular,” Mr Grant said.

“In-room auctions aren’t subject to the weather and if bidders don’t get their first preference on the night they can bid on another property up for auction.”

With more than 25 years’ experience, Ms Grant said she now spends her time working with the buyers, rather than calling out the numbers.

“I assist them with their bidding, encourage them to bid, explain the auction process and for non-English speaking buyers I write down where the current bid is at,” she said.

Ms Grant believes all houses, big and small, sell well at auction, merely due to the competition created during the bidding process.

So whether it’s the clean binding contract made on the vendor’s terms, the accelerated sale process, or the safety net of passing in a home if it doesn’t reach reserve - all three auctioneers agreed selling at auction is a sure bet.

ALLISON GRANT RAY WHITE NOBLE PARK.

NEIL BUTLER - STOCKDALE AND LEGGO DANDENONG.

HARRY LI I-SELL SPRINGVALE.

HARRY LI is one of, if not, the most awarded auctioneers in the whole of Australia.

He is Australasia’s #1 auctioneer and 1 of only 14 recognized Master Auctioneers in the whole of Victoria.

If you are looking to sell, engage with Harry and the team at iSell group to help you achieve the best outcome.

Ray White_Know How to sell your property for more 42 Douglas Street, Noble Park 3174 (03) 9547 0000 noblepark.vic@raywhite.com

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Experience counts in getting the best results for your auction!

• 35 years in the local Dandenong area • Conducted over 2,500 auctions

For a professional opinion of your property, contact Neil Butler on 0411 637 088

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NOBLE PARK 1/49 Lawn Road

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KEYSBOROUGH 4 Stanford Avenue

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Corner block, with multiple options!!!

Private Sale: $470,000+ Inspect: Saturday 12:45 - 1:15 pm Photo ID Require

Spectacular family home of grand proportions

Private Sale: $870,000+ Inspect: Contact Agent Photo ID Require

Positioned on a low-maintenance and fully fenced block within easy access to desired amenities-Springvale Central, this well presented 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with updated bathroom/kitchen and alarm system is the perfect opportunity to purchase in a well-established family friendly suburb and take that irst step onto the property ladder and/or upgrade from your current residence.

With plenty of natural light lowing through well placed windows, this lovely home has a spacious open-plan kitchen with ample bench and cupboard space. Adjacent to this is a sizeable family meals and air-conditioned living area with direct access to an undercover outdoor entertaining zone. All two bright and airy bedrooms Corey (Khoi) Le feature low-maintenance looring and has air cond.

0417 311 491 Inc 3rd BR/hair salon setup ready for business.

Varun Ahuja 0404 954 492

Presenting a stunning irst impression and located in a prestigious and highly sought after neighbourhood, this magniicent family home of 38 squares positioned on a sizeable allotment of 635m2 (approx.) presents the perfect loor plan for entertaining. On offer here are 4 bedrooms, including 2 master bedrooms with full ensuites and walk-in robes, plus double remote controlled garage with rear access, via roller doors, to park a further vehicle or trailer.

This attractive and impeccably maintained property with its lush lawns and professionally landscaped tropical backyard complete with undercover entertaining area, in-ground ishpond and footbridge ticks all the boxes for growing Varun Ahuja Corey (Khoi) Le families looking to relocate to a tranquil environment in 0404 954 492 0417 311 491 which to relax and unwind.

SPRINGVALE SOUTH 4/12-18 Harold Road

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SPRINGVALE 3 Alma Crt

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Calling all buyers, downsizer or investor!!!

Private Sale: $360,000+ Inspect: Saturday 10:00am - 10:30am Photo ID Require

Golden Opportunity – Huge Land in Springvale Central!

Private Sale: $790,000+ Inspect: Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID Required

Low maintenance living at its best! This unit is sure to impress with internal features including 2 large sized bedrooms with built in robes, spacious living area, wall to wall plush carpets, tiled kitchen and dining with plenty of cupboard space and ducted heating throughout. Externally you will ind a generously sized courtyard, manicured gardens, lock up garage and shed with extra double allocated car space. In addition, there is a communal BBQ and children playing area. Currently tenanted for $1368.75 per calendar month Lease expire 19/08/2016.

Located within walking distance to Mackay Shopping Centre, various schools and transport services, this unit presents a perfect opportunity for small families, irst home buyers and astute investors.

Ozan Kanbur Corey (Khoi) Le 0403 644 379 0417 311 491

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This charming 5 bedroom/1 bathroom home, on a huge 650m2 block with well designed and easy to maintain gardens, is an excellent opportunity to purchase in a highly desirable neighbourhood and take advantage of the excellent amenities nearby. There is plenty of off-street parking available with a carport as well as an extensive driveway leading to this lovely home.

Freshly painted, neatly presented with bright and airy living and bedrooms. Extra feature are ceiling fans and carpet throughout, a functional kitchen and a conveniently positioned tiled bathroom. Great rental income and currently tenanted to an excellent long-term tenant of for $1580 per month.

Nik Sharma Corey (Khoi) Le 0411 790 745 0417 311 491

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108 Brady Road Dandenong North

30 Cheviot Road Keysborough

VALUE PACKED 4 BED BV

DISPLAY HOME PRESENTATION

Close to schools, transport & freeway access, this well presented home represents fantastic value in this area.

Offers spacious lounge with RC air conditioning, family size kitchen/meals area with lots of cupboards & including WO, gas HP & dishwasher, BIR’s to all bedrooms plus full ensuite to master. Other features include ducted heating, polished loors, garage plus double carport. Currently let but possession is available.

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 6th Feb at 1pm 10% dep - bal 60/90 days $460,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 12-12.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

Absolutely immaculate 4 br BV in a prime location, close to schools, transport & Parkmore shopping centre. Terriic loorplan offers generous sized lounge with formal dining, cupboard packed timber kitchen including as new WO, HP & DW, adjacent family room offers 2nd living area & opens to a covered tiled patio. Featuring a neutral decore, this home also includes quality carpets, drapes, d/ heating & RC a/c. Externally there is a huge brick garage with workshop + a 2nd garage (ideal for tradesman or handyman). Manicured private rear garden with a iltered ish pond is also a great place to relax.

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4/49 Potter Street Dandenong

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Sat 6th Feb at 2pm 10% dep - bal 60 days $600,000+ Thursday 5-5.30pm Saturday 2-2.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

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3 Ash Grove Dandenong Central

VALUE PACKED APARTMENT

LIVE IN OR RE-DEVELOP

Ideal for investment or to live in, this spacious 1st loor apartment with only 8 on the block comprises spacious lounge opening to a balcony, separate kitchen with meals area, 2 double bedrooms with double BIR’s. Ducted heating & ceiling fans for year round comfort. Tiled bathroom with laundry facilities & separate toilet. Needs some cosmetic work but excellent potential here. Sell the car, walk to all facilities & bus at door stop. Don’t miss this!

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Auction Terms Price Inspect

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 13th Feb at 11am 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $180,000+ Saturday 11-11.30am Chris Drieberg 0411 737 303

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Comfortable 3 bed home on approx. 600m2 lot in this central location close to all facilities. Offers spacious lounge & dining, separate kitchen/meals & 2 bathrooms.

Zone Res Growth this site has potential for dual occupancy (STP) or demolish & re-develop. Walk to schools, hospital, market & Plaza. Don’t miss this!

Agent

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1/32 Olive Road Eumemmerring

Auction Terms Price Inspect

Sat 13th Feb at 12pm 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $490,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 11.30-12.00pm Nigel Raymond 0425 721 593

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6/6 Rebound Court Narre Warren

IMMACULATE RENOVATED UNIT

BUDGET PRICED OFFICE IN GREAT LOCATION

Recent renovated this 2 bed villa presents like new.

Offers spacious lounge with solid wood heater & RC split air conditioning, new quality kitchen with gas cooking & DW. Neutral decore & including polished loorboards throughout. Externally there is a decked area, private garden & single garage. Convenient location close to schools, bus & local parks.

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 13th Feb at 1pm 10% dep-bal 30/60/90 days $300,000+ Wednesday 4-4.30pm Saturday 12.30-1.00pm Nigel Raymond 0425 721 593

Very close to the station and situated in a busy shopping center this solid brick strata ofice is fantastic value as an investment or suit owner operator. Set up as solicitor’s ofice with reception area 3 ofices, storage room, kitchen and internal toilet. Includes partitioning, carpets, light itting and blinds. Currently let at $11,340 p.a. (potential to increase) or vacant possession is available. Don’t miss this!

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Wed 24th Feb 1pm 10% dep - bal 60 days $250,000+

By Appointment Neil Butler 0411 637 088

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WE LOVE IT The Gurdies

KEYSBOROUGH

AUCTION

Contemporary simplicity, sophistication and attention to detail combine seamlessly in this beautifully executed three-bedroom family home which is conveniently located in the heart of Keysborough.

From the moment visitors enter this private oasis they feel welcomed and relaxed.

The home is immaculate in presentation and offers a generous open-plan design.

The sun-filled lounge, dining area and modern kitchen with stylish black cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and convenient breakfast bar, will delight those who are seeking a relaxed lifestyle and low maintenance living.

It features expansive wall-to-wall picture windows and seamless flow to the

POSTCODE

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22 to 24 Island View Road, The Gurdies

Spectacular bay views across Westernport Bay to French Island from this substantial property set on a large 1410m2 (approx) block with easy access to Bass Highway. This home has been renovated with a new roof, new kitchen, new bathroom and laundry. There is a spacious family room with large windows to capture the view, a large living area with a study area off to one side. The home has 3 spacious bedrooms with an ensuite and walk in robe to the master. The property has two driveways, a carport and a massive four to 6 car garage.

ADDRESS: 22 to 24 Island View Road, The Gurdies AUCTION: Saturday 30th January 12 noon on site INSPECT: Saturdays at 12 to 12:30 or by appointment AGENTS: Lynn 0458 780 023 Maddi 0408 559 096

Grantville - 5678 8433 1505 Bass Highway

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OWNER MOVING ON AND MUST SELL THEIR MUCH LOVED HOME

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undercover alfresco pergola and lush outdoor surrounds, the outdoors and interior marry effortlessly offering enviable opportunities for long lunches and balmy summer nights of entertaining.

Accommodation includes three bedrooms, two with built-n wardrobes, the master bedroom featuring walk-in wardrobes and private en suite, plus a large family bathroom with bath and toilet facilities.

Highlights include a generous laundry, split-system heating and cooling, gas heater, super low-maintenance gardens, a large shed and a double garage with remote-controlled entry and internal access.

Boasting a functional design, the entire space is blanked with crisp modern finishes, easy care hardwood timber flooring, plush carpeted bedrooms

and tiled wet zones.

This easy-care residence is the ideal property for families, investors and downsizers.

Positioned in an excellent location within short walking distance to local Parkmore Shopping Centre, gorgeous parklands at the doorstep and excellent schools just a short drive away, it ticks all the boxes.

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INSPECT: BY APPOINTMENT PRICE: $480,000+ CONTACT: LAURA VOINEA, 0435 921 730 ISELL GROUP, ASPENDALE GARDENS, 8586 6411

NOBLE PARK 2 HAY COURT 2 living areas, B.I.R’s, d/h & evap cooling, polished floors, updated bathroom & kitchen with gas appliances, 2 sheds & plenty of garden space. On approx. 600sqm with no registered easements. Ideal for an investor with a potential return of $380pw or perfect location for t/house development (STCA).

4a 1b 1c 2e Sat 30th January at 11am unless sold prior INSPECT Wed 6-6.30pm & Saturday 10.30am Photo ID required PRICE Contact Agent CONTACT Yasantha De Silva 0432 805 336

DANDENONG 4 Langhorne Street 9706 7455

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Spacious o/plan living and meals domain opening out to an inviting undercover pergola A sophisticated kitchen boasting a plethora of vogue black cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances & b/bar Split-system heating/cooling

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Expansive modern kitchen + 4 living areas Huge rumpus room opening out to an inviting undercover pergola Four-robed bedrooms, Master serviced by a chic full en suite Ducted & split-system heating/cooling

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Auction 13 Feb 2:00pm Price Guide $715,000+ Inspect Sat 12:00pm

Laura Voinea 0435 921 730

Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157

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Prime positioned property provides endless options Build your dream home and take advantage of the enormous sized block Subdivide and develop into multiple dwellings (S.T.C.A) Multiple living areas

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Ricky Nguyen 0420 956 239

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Double garage with remote control access 287 Springvale Road, Springvale VIC 3171

03 8558 3000

AUCTION 13 Feb 2.30pm Inspect Wed 5-5.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm

Harry Li 0414 216 699

Shane Ah-Kan 0433 301 502

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WE LOVE IT

NOBLE PARK

This was the current owners’ first family home where they raised their kids and it is filled with lots of memories going back to well over 30 years.

Sadly now the time has come for them to sell.

This solid home with a lovely street appeal, which has been maintained well for its age, includes four bedrooms, two living areas, all rooms with built-in

POSTCODE

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BARRY PLANT DANDENONG, 9706 7455 CONTACT: YASANTHA DE SILVA, 0432 805 336

SPRINGVALE 40 DONALD STREET

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wardrobes, ducted heating, ducted evaporative cooling, polished floorboards, blinds and curtains, an updated bathroom, spacious kitchen area with gas appliances, built-in ironing board and much more!

Outside there are two sheds and plenty of garden space for the kids to run around.

The home is on a generous block of land of about 600 square metres, in an unmatched location in a tightly held court

with easy convenience to all amenities such as schools, public transport, leisure centre, children’s day care centres, milk bar and town centre.

For a savvy investor this could be the perfect long-term investment with a potential rental return of $380 per week or location for a townhouse development.

The selling agent says the vendor’s expectations are very realistic and buyers simply need to make a call to inspect and negotiate.

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Absolute brilliant location, prized residential area. Walking distance to Spring Park primary school, Springvale Plaza & Aldi Shopping. Quick access to Springvale central, railway station, and all other amenities. Offering: 3 good size bedrooms, separate living area, kitchen and everyday meals area, central bathroom, lock up garage and single bungalow at the rear.

Unbelievable Investment Opportunity! This unique, state-of-the-art boarding house featuring 9 self-contained studios - each with 1 BDR, kitchenette, bathroom & some with a courtyard. Features include reverse cycle heating / cooling units, BIRs, common entertainment area, common kitchen / meals area, common laundry, storage areas & 4 car spaces. Brilliantly located only a short walk to Yarraman Station, Eastlink & shops, this will be a solid return for investors.

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PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 13th February at 12:30pm Contact Agent Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Lee Phuong 0402 660 880 Nalaka Weerakoon 0414 445 403 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

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Saturday 6th February 2016 at 11:30am Contact Agent Sat 11 - 11:30am Photo ID required Belinda Robbie 0414 335 696 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888

PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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Easy living home with minimal fuss!

This is what you’ve been waiting for - a low maintenance, easy to please, lifestyle unit that feels more like a house. With its own street frontage & garden, a serene outdoor living area plus 3 BDRs and the versatility for multiple living areas... this is near picture perfect for all comers! Add in ducted heating, evap cooling, high ceilings, a water tank, 2 robed BDR with fans & a modern bathroom.

Prized Home, Designed for Entertaining with No Body Corp!

Securely set behind the fence and with plenty of room to entertain all year round is this independent unit that feels just like a house. With its own street frontage, a sun filled front yard, an undercover 4 car carport / additional entertaining area, 3 great sized BDRs, an open living room with dining and spectacular kitchen, this has everything you could ever want. This is truly a winner for all!

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Tuesday 16th February at 5pm unless sold prior $460,000 Fixed Sat 11:40am - 12pm Photo ID required Mehmet Atesel 0419 333 553 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 23rd February at 5pm unless sold prior $360,000+ Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Gadas Lamsodis 0423 884 819 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

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KEYSBOROUGH 7 NARELLAN DRIVE

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Vibrant, Warm, Modern & Spacious - these are the words that come to mind when you set your eyes on this magnificent family home. Be welcomed by a low maintenance front garden while inside you’re greeted by a spacious living room & an open plan meals area accompanied by a bright kitchen. All 3 great sized BDRs are with robes & timber floors while the rear has an undercover retreat area with plenty of space on a generous land size of 540m2 (approx).

METHOD PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 27th February at 12pm Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

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you can rely on our red carpet experience At Barry Plant we put you first. We will make selling your home a pleasant experience by taking you through a process so that you know exactly what to expect, when and why. (It’s called our red carpet experience.) And when it’s sold you’ll be very happy you chose an agent who made the sale of your home so smooth. To find out more or to arrange a free appraisal of your home, talk to us today.

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Hall & Partners NOBLE PARK NORTH 8 Rainsford Drive AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

DANDENONG NORTH 5 Elms Court SHORT WALK TO WAVERLEY GARDENS SHOPPING CENTRE! A wonderful home on a great land size approx. 624m2 has a carport with ample parking for another 2-3 cars and a pergola for entertainment. Recently installed new carpets and is recently painted. 3 spacious bedrooms- master with ensuite, large living area and a secure rear yard will impress any family.

Situated in a quiet location close to schools and transport and a short walk to Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre. A great opportunity to secure a beautiful home for you and your family.

BUILT TO IMPRESS Every luxury-lover deserves a home such as this design. A great block size of 600m2 (approx.) this amazing family home is the one you’ve been searching for. • 3 Bedrooms with built in robes • Separate shower and toilet • Stunning loorboards and tiles throughout • Ducted heating • Up to date kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher and stainless steel appliances • 2 living areas • Plenty of storage • Roller shutters • Remote double tandem garage • Shed veggie gardens • Pizza oven • In ground pool

Auction: Saturday 30th January at 11am Inspect: Saturday from 10:30am Contact: Leigh Hall 0401 408 580 Chen Liu 0451 384 722

Auction: Saturday 30th January at 1pm Inspect: Saturday from 12:30pm Contact: Leigh Hall 0401 408 580 Chen Liu 0451 384 722

DANDENONG 38 Ray Street AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

DOVETON 52 Betula Street THIS IS THE LIFE! It won’t be easy to click out of holiday mode in this stylishly contemporary residence for the modern pleasure-seeker. Cool, calm and sophisticated with a tasteful edge, this functional home is delighted with light and comfort. 3 bedrooms with build in robes, large living area, stylish kitchen with gas cooking plus dishwasher, downstairs powder room and remote garage.

Comfort is assured with ducted heating and evaporative cooling. An amazing outdoor area with pergola and outside blinds plus an amazing spa is perfect for style of entertainment.

Auction: Saturday 30th January at 3pm Inspect: Saturday from 2:30pm Contact: Leigh Hall 0401 408 580 Chen Liu 0451 384 722

DANDENONG 13 Edith Street AUCTION

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PERFECT FOR FIRST HOME BUYER, INVESTORS AND DEVELOPERS. 650M2 LAND APPROX. Brick veneer home on an elevated block of land of approx. 650m2 with extra-large frontage.

•3 good size bedrooms with polished timber loors, main bedroom with double BIR •Large entry/foyer with linen press •Spacious living room •Family bathroom, with separate toilet •Good size kitchen with gas cooking, plus meals area •Gas heating •Large Backyard potentially to build a unit (stca) Space to park 4 cars.

•Extra wide street frontage

AUCTION

Auction: Saturday 20th February at 12pm Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Alex Simule 0412 889 173

ENDEAVOUR HILLS 10 Anderson Court LOCATION IS THE KEY You have been searching for property in a quiet street, one street from Dandenong markets and on a massive block of land- well, here it is!! Brick veneer house has 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining, gas ducted heating, solid timber, kitchen, polished floorboards and plenty of fruit trees.

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 60 Days.

FABULOUS ENTERTAINER Upstairs, this great home features 3 spacious bedrooms, Master with full Ensuite, plus family bathroom, Large kitchen/Dining, and separate lounge with built in TV leading out to a covered deck and huge manicured and landscaped backyard perfect for entertaining all the friends and family. Downstairs you will find a large Rumpus room and an additional bedroom with WIR, and plenty of room to install another Ensuite. Ducted Heating and Evaporative Air Conditioning on a 664 sqmt block with heaps of storage and plenty of off street parking, makes this home perfect for family living. Nestled amongst quality homes in a quiet court in a great part of Endeavour Hills close to Shopping Centre and schools.

Auction: Saturday 20th February at 11am Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Michael Cervenjak 0419 389 039

For Sale: $550,000 Plus Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Geraldine Kyte 0401 377 676

DANDENONG 4/9 Wilma Avenue

ENDEAVOUR HILLS 27 Skye Crescent 3 BED UNIT WITH ALL THE BELLS & WHISTLES Rear unit with large private backyard Consists of all bedrooms with BIR, ducted heating, split system in living area, modern kitchen with gas cooking. Extensive downlights throughout, window furnishings and modern deco. Unparalleled location providing all the amenities within walking distance – main advantage – train station.

CALLING ALL INVESTORS! If you are looking for a great investment property with a fantastic return, you can’t go wrong with this one. Featuring three spacious bedrooms all with built in robes, a two way family bathroom, Large family/Dining and kitchen and a separate lounge, and a huge covered pergola out back.

Close to schools ,shopping centre, Doctors and Public Transport Set on 728 sqmt block possible room for future subdivision (STCA) Currently Tenanted for $390 per week . until October 2016.

For Sale: $380,000 Plus Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Walter Kubiak 0412 359 973

For Sale: $430,000 Plus Inspect: By Appointment Contact: Geraldine Kyte 0401 377 676 1214125

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Adjacent to this is a fabulous, mint condition, showcase kitchen fitted with thick stone benches, two pack cabinets and stainless steel appliances, and an island bench. The current owners have utilised the large garage as a further utility area where they have installed a second fully equipped kitchen. The vast family living and dining area is flanked by the alfrescos and beyond is a spacious media and theatre room already wired for surround sound system for relaxed family times. Upstairs are 3 further bedrooms including the 2nd principal bedroom suite plus a further casual living area with a large terrace overlooking the garden. Extra comfort include zoned ducted heating/ cooling, ducted vacuum, security system, plantation shutters plus more. The home is with easy access to Eastlink, handy to Parkmore shops and 8 minutes’ drive to Edithvale beach making it a fine choice for family lifestyle. This is a home is to be proud of, to love and to truly live in.

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Rarely would you find an opportunity like this. A chance to secure this massive corner site. Extremely rare; this block 895m2 is where you can build your forever dream palace! Alternatively, its size and strategic corner location may potentially open up a chance to redevelop the site to multiple residents (STCA). This huge corner block is surrounded by quality residences and is just 500m from the prestigious Haileybury School, Springers Leisure Centre, acres of parkland, bus stop and more.

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Imagine building your very own dream home here amongst all the lovely homes in Somerfield, Keysborough. You’ll enjoy the relaxing life style, the bike and walking trails, loads of parkland and much more. The land is located within a short and easy walk to Parkmore shopping mall, bus stop, schools, and just a 5 minute drive to Edithvale beach, East link and all other amenities. Don’t Hesitate! Grab the opportunity to build your dream home right here!

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431M2 TITLED BLOCK OF LAND! Already titled and ready to build, this Somerfield home site is just 1 door from Church Road. This sensational 431m2 block offers great potential for the new home builder who can’t wait and wants to move into their new home WELL BEFORE the end of 2016!

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CORNER BLOCK OF LAND Already titled and ready to build, this sensational home site is located on the corner of Chandler and Church Roads. This sensational 460m2 block offers great potential for the new home builder who can’t wait and wants to move into their new home WELL BEFORE the end of 2016! It’s possible! Measuring 14m x 33m (approx) this is available now. Just a stone’s throw to Parkmore shop, bus stop and East Link. Why wait when you don’t have to?

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118 Walker St Dandenong P: 9791 5922 F: 9792 2536

Narre Warren North

Dandenong Central

45 memoriAL Drive

SEMI RURAL - 5 MINUTES TO WESTFIELD!

2/1 CLemeNt Street

SPACIOUS & CENTRAL!

A well constructed circa late 1960’s brick veneer home set on approximately 650m2 of gently rising land. Set behind enormous Oak trees and surrounded by quality homes on larger sites. The vista from the dining area and formal lounge room is truly tranquil. The elevated home also comprises three bedrooms, family room of 4.5m x 5.5m (approx) and rear verandah – sunroom. There is a single garage under roofline and a garage sized steel workshop. Extras include water tanks, hydronic heating, automated awnings, split system air conditioning, hardwood floors and alarm system.

Lots of storage space under. A truly rare opportunity to secure a slice of country life close to all facilities.

BEAT SUBURBIA!

This centrally located unit is far more spacious than it looks at first glance. There is a bay window in the carpeted lounge room at the front and a large open plan family/meals/kitchen area which opens onto its own private courtyard.

The timber kitchen has a wall oven, hot plates and decent bench space and there are plenty of north facing windows for the winter sunshine. The two bedrooms both have built in robes and are located close to the central bathroom.

Additional features include split system air conditioner, gas heating, a front covered verandah, lock up garage and the whole thing is located just a few minutes’ walk from the Dandenong Market, Plaza, schools and transport. Currently tenanted but vacant possession available should you prefer to move in in a few months’ time.

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For SALe: $460,000 plus oPeN: thurs 5:00pm to 5:20pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:20pm

23 WreN Street

BIGGER IS BETTER!

This centrally located three bedroom home comes with the lot! There is a separate lounge room that overlooks the front gardens. There is then a kitchen/meals area that looks back towards the rear yard with easy access for those summer BBQs and fresh-air entertaining. Then there is the family room which can be used as either a prayer room, a TV room or just a place for the kids to play. The three bedrooms are all spacious with the main bedroom having a full ensuite and the other two bedrooms are close to the centrally located bathroom. Additional features include a pergola, a lock up garage and a long drive for extra cars or for the kids to ride their bikes.

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For SALe: $350,000 to $370,000 oPeN: thurs 4:00pm to 4:20pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:20pm

For SALe: $300,000 to $330,000 oPeN: Wed 3:40pm to 4:00pm & Sat 10:40am to 11:00am

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Walk to schools, parks, railway station and city centre in minutes!

This fabulous site of approximately 414m2 accommodates a period style two bedroom timber home currently leased on a monthly tenancy. Ideal home site or redevelop (STCA). One of the better central locations in Dandenong’s ‘Golden Mile’.

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For SALe: $350,000 to $370,000 oPeN: Sat 12:00pm to 12:20pm

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NEATEST OF THEM ALL!

This well presented two bedroom, two storey flat will make a perfect investment or first home. Gas cooking, split system A/C and lovely carpets. This property is ready to be moved in to or leave the current tenants who would be more than happy to stay. Located in Dandenong’s CBD, this property will not last long.

Email applications to: sales@mclennanrealestate.com.au

For SALe: $220,000 plus oPeN: Wed 3:00-3:20pm & Sat 10:00-10:20am

Doveton

BARGAIN BEAUTY!

This three bedroom home is both affordable and desirable and hard to find at this price. There is a spacious lounge with gas heating and a bedroom off which can be used as a bedroom/study/multi-purpose room. The other two bedrooms are located close to the central bathroom which has been remodelled and includes a corner shower and vanity. The kitchen has gas cooking and a meals area attached and leads out to the large laundry/exit area. The yard is around 500m2 and has plenty of off street parking and easy access up the side of the home. The adjoining property is also available if you are looking for a site of approximately 950m2 or just buy this one to live in or invest. Currently occupied by great tenants but vacant possession will be available in a few months if required by the new purchaser.

For SALe: $260,000 plus oPeN: Wed 4:20-4:40pm & Sat 11:20-11:40am

IDEAL STARTER!

Two bedroom apartment located close to everything including parks, shops, transport and school. Includes covered garage, built in robes, two balconies and a split system air conditioner with a bright sunny outlook. Ideally priced, as carpets need replacing and a good paint throughout will make a huge difference.

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Get on the property market merry-go-round today.

This solid two bedroom home features fully renovated bathroom and kitchen and large outdoor living area with views across parkland. It includes gas ducted heating, has all new aluminium windows and has been re-wired and plumbed. Be a winner! A GREAT STARTER!

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For SALe: $200,000 to $220,000 oPeN: Wed 3:00-3:20pm & Sat 10:00-10:20am

Doveton

35 Laurel Avenue

Dandenong

For SALe: $290,000 to $310,000 oPeN: Wed 4:20pm to 4:40pm & Sat 12:40pm to 1:00pm

4/26 Hammond road

INVESTMENT WITH TOP RETURN!

The rear unit of a small complex of four, this two bedroom unit represents excellent value. Features renovated kitchen, gas appliances, floating timber floors and spacious layout. Aluminium security shutters and carport completes the package. Currently let to and excellent Tenant paying $275.00 per week. WALK TO STATION!

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The central area of the home features the gourmet kitchen set on a 45 degree angle, overlooking the main living and dining spaces and through to the alfresco area.

The space is perfect for entertaining guests and dynamic family living.

Kids will love their zone which is situated between three bedrooms and convenient to the bathroom and powder room.

An additional IT pod finishes this zone creating a usable space for kids of all ages.

The new owners will be able to retreat for an uninterrupted afternoon doze in the master bedroom where they will be able to experience the privacy of a quiet haven, separate from the living areas and kids’ bedrooms or take a bath in the luxurious en suite and enjoy the usability of the generously sized hidden walk-in wardrobe.

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BACK TO SCHOOL

Milestone for Vereys Shoe Store years in retail until we purchased it in 2009.

“The store has had 25 years in Fountain Gate and in Dandenong for about 20 years before that,“ Cim said.

“This is my 20th year fitting kids shoes. I first started in a Frances Nolan Store in Brighton.“ Cim said the store had a loyal staff with a lot of experience in both sales and fitting.

“We are independent and not a chain and we’ve been here for 25 years,” she said.

“We are celebrating 25 years this year in March and we have a fun day planned with a “birthday party” to celebrate our milestone.

“We would like to thank those who support us year in and year out.”

Vereys Shoe Store, Shop 2010, Level 2, Fountain Gate Shopping Centre Narre Warren, Phone 9796 6511.

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VEREYS Shoe Store is an institution in the Casey area, celebrating 25 years in Fountain Gate this year.

They are also the place to see as the kids head back to school according to owner Cim Hogton.

“We are qualified, trained shoe fitters offering a wide range of sizes, widths, half sizes,” she explained.

“We have been fitting kids shoes in Fountain Gate for 25 years.”

They stock a wide range of brands including Clarkes, Red Bootie, Surefit and Roc for kids while they also have a large collection of ladies shoes. They also have a loyality program which includes 10 per cent off, a photo and certificate for kids’ first shoes and first school shoes. There is also a special 20 per cent back to school offer.

She said they also have a free check-up with a podiatrist in-store every six weeks.

“We are one of the last independent retailers left,” Cim explained.

“We focus on a great fitting experience, hopefully a happy, friendly and inviting environment.

“Vereys was established in 1922 by the Vereys family, it was first in Ringwood. Peter Vereys had 50

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DANCE, MUSIC & DRAMA

Stars of the future INDEPENDENT Dance Studios (formerly Contemporary Independent Dance) are creating stars of the future.

Over the past eight years students of IDS have gone on to commence training with national dance institutions including The Victorian College of the Arts and The Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School, The Australian Ballet School, The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet, The National Theatre Ballet School, Transit Dance, Studio Tibor Sydney and many more acclaimed professional dance companies.

Underpinning this success is the wonderful training these dancers have received locally at Independent Dance Studios lead by Artistic Director Nicole Jacobsson and her impressive faculty.

Students of IDS compete annually at the three leading dance competitions in Victoria – Phoenix Festival of Dance, CSTD Commonwealth and the prestigious Royal South Street Ballarat. Dancers have placed at all competitions taking out the title for Contemporary pieces across all ages several years running.

Students enjoy training throughout the year, working together as a team with the school ethos “Together Everyone Achieves More” always at the forefront.

IDS competition team students participate in special team bonding trips, annual sleepover parties and presentation evenings, creating life-long memories and friendships to treasure.

Artistic Director and Principal Nicole Jacobsson says “we are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to develop strong foundations of dance technique, realise their full potential and goals and receive consistent tuition of the highest standard.”

With over 100 classes scheduled per week, contact our Artistic Director and Principal, Nicole Jacobsson on 0438 350 561 to arrange a tour of our facilities. Visit www.independentdance.com.au to find out more about our classes, teachers and achievements or follow our Facebook page to stay up to date with our results. Enquiries can also be received via email to info@independentdance. com.au.

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CLINTON Fraser says he’s not a religious man.

But after the Cranbourne father-of-three collapsed from a heart attack last month and came back from the brink of death, the 46-year-old admits he has more than a little luck on his side.

“Yeah it’s made me think gee, it definitely wasn’t my time,” Clinton told Star News.

“Because two days earlier when it was 38 degrees I went for a run up in Lysterfield Lake by myself, doing hill work, and I had the chest pain.

“Had I collapsed at Lysterfield I would not be here today.”

Clinton is here thanks to the quick-thinking of a number of people who rushed to his aid when he collapsed at Berwick Springs, performing CPR and did their best to keep him stable before the paramedics arrived.

These people, including Clinton, are all members of the Berwick Springs Parkrun group who exercise every Saturday morning.

On this particular Saturday - 19 December - Clinton had just finished doing his warm-

up lap with his 17-year-old son, Jeremy, when he began to feel dizzy.

“I was over away by myself and I remember saying out loud ‘Jeremy I don’t feel well’ and then I just started turning in a circle and that’s when I collapsed,” Clinton said, who has vague recollections of being resuscitated before passing out again.

He was then rushed to hospital and remained unconscious for the next two days.

Clinton was told his blood flow stopped for as long as 20 minutes at one point.

Later the doctor approached Jeremy and the rest of Clinton’s family in the hospital ward to tell them to prepare for the worst.

“The doctor said it’s quite severe what happened and they weren’t sure if he was going to make it or not,” Jeremy said.

“Originally we thought they were going to say he’d died and passed away.

“We were quite surprised he recovered so quickly.”

In this moment, when Clinton finally opened his eyes, Jeremy rushed to hug his father and hold his hand.

From his own perspective, when he woke in the hospital bed Clinton remembers hearing the surgeons talking about an intravenous tube.

“I tell people this, I felt like I was in my stomach and I followed the tube out, into the bright light,” Clinton said.

“And that’s when I woke up.”

Last Saturday 18 January, Clinton met with his parkrun team-mates for the first time since his heart attack.

Although he’s not allowed to run again yet, he was welcomed with open arms and overwhelmed to meet up with the people who had helped save his life.

Among them was David Cunningham, who had suffered his own heart attack six months earlier and was one of the first people to rush to help Clinton.

“It was awesome, I thoroughly enjoyed that, meeting all the people that helped save my life, and were there on the day,” Clinton said.

For more information on the Berwick Springs Parkrun group, visit www.facebook. com/berwickspringsparkrun/

Christel’s taste of success

By GEORGIA WESTGARTH LYNBROOK trainee chef Christel Darion will be among alumni such as renowned chef George Calombaris as she takes on a Masterchef-like competition next month.

A cooking student at Dandenong’s Chisolm Institute of Tafe, Christel, 27, is one of 32 finalists in the Australia wide ‘Fonterra Proud to be a Chef’ (FPC) competition.

The celebrated FPC intensive educational program will give one lucky winner $7500 to spend on an international culinary paid placement, exclusively tailored to their aspirations as a professional chef.

If won, a placement that would take Christel back to her French roots as she aims to pursue a career in pastry.

“I was so happy to become a finalist, it’s already so great for me, even if I don’t win,” Christel said.

“I would love to have my own pastry shop that’s one of my dreams, coffee and pastry.”

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Christel Darion is a finalist in the 17th annual Fonterra Proud to be a Chef competition. 149093 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS year ago and currently works as a kitchen hand in an Italian restaurant.

And she hopes her experience in the 17th annual FPC puts her in good stead for a fulltime restaurant job.

“I am looking forward to gaining new experiences, meeting other young chefs like myself and learning from the mentors,” Christel said.

The four-day culinary ex-

travaganza will have the finalists cooking their own recipe for the judges, participating in masterclasses and dining at some of Melbourne’s most exciting restaurants.

Christel hopes to have practiced her recipe four times before she cooks for her future but says she’ll be proud of herself no matter the outcome.

“It’s such a great opportunity for me and to have competed in something George Calombaris has in the past is an honour,” she said.

Christel and the finalists will be mentored by esteemed Australian culinary leaders Anna Polyviou, executive pastry chef at ShangriLa Hotel in Sydney; Josh Pelham, head chef at ESP and Estelle in Melbourne; and Peter Wright, foodservice expert and global event specialist.

A passionate kitchen hand, Christel said cooking was as much a hobby as it was a job.

“I read a lot about cooking,” she said, laughing.

“Whenever I have time I buy cooking books and YouTube recipes, the internet is full of inspiration for me.”

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Time for crates to do all the heavy lifting

By CASEY NEILL DANDENONG is showcasing packaging waste at its best.

The sixth Create from a Crate exhibition will open at Walker Street Gallery on Thursday 4 February – its first time in Dandenong in its 12-year history.

“All of the timber used originates from our recycling depot in Dandenong South so it made sense to finally have the exhibition there!” Waste Converters managing director Ward Petherbridge said.

“This year the pallets have been distributed right up the east coast of Australia.

“We have entrants in Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane... even Rockhampton!

“The entries demonstrate that the waste timbers at my site are a valuable and untapped resource material when handled by skilled craftspeople.”

Mr Petherbridge said hundreds of thousands of crates and pallets containing goods and components from all over the world were imported into Australia each year and many ended up in landfill.

“We recycle around 20,000 tonnes annually and this is just the tip of the iceberg,” he said.

“Much of the timber processed at our site is from exotic timber species such as oak, cherry, maple and elm.

“I found it depressing that these quality timbers get pulverised into low-grade mulch, so I ap-

A previous Create from a Crate entry. proached the Victorian Woodworkers Association about hosting the exhibition.”

Victorian Woodworkers Association president Jerome Wielans said working within the confines of pallet timber required a high level of creativity, ingenuity and skill.

“The competitors are generally more comfortable working with fine timbers, so it is inspiring to see what they produce from discarded timber,” he said.

“It is a real test of their workmanship.”

Will Matthysen won the last Create from a Crate challenge with a clock.

“He even made the cogs and wheels out of timber from the pallet,” Mr Petherbridge said.

This year’s creations will be on display until Saturday 27 February.

Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre is at the

Above: Artist Will Matthysen with Ward Petherbridge and the clock he created for the last competition. 148245 Right: Will Matthysen created this clock from a crate. corner of Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong, and is open 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 3pm Saturdays.

Watch Will Matthysen create his winning clock from a crate at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=xZCTfbY_Pow

ENTERTAINMENT WHAT’S ON Ultimate ABBA Show GOLD is the name of the newest ABBA tribute show to hit Dandenong. Dancing Queen: The 40th Anniversary Tour has been staged around Australia and performed to more than 20,000 people since it started in 2014.

■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker Street, Dandenong. Saturday 14 May, 8pm.

Tickets adult $59.90, concession: $49.90, child 15 years and under) $49.90.

Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve DISCOVER the natural beauty of Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve at their regular open days held every Friday and third Sunday of the month.

Visitors can take a picnic and wander the grounds to view a variety of flora and fauna.

Park rangers are available for guided tours and live steamer mini-trains are available for rides on Sunday open days.

The reserve is closed on public holidays and days of total fire ban.

■ Alex Wilkie Nature Reserve, Mackay Street, Springvale South.

Sunset cinema DANDENONG’S Harmony Square will be open over the warmer months for free popular release movies.

The sunset cinema will be showing Red Dog (PG) among other movies from January to March.

Red Dog is the story of a legendary, lovable red dog who roamed the outback looking for his original master. On his journey he finds his way into the hearts of everyone he meets, bringing people and communities together, some who find love, and others who find themselves. The film is based on true events.

■ Red Dog will be shown on Friday 5 February at Harmony Square, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong, at 7pm. For all the sunset screenings visit www.greaterdandenong.com.

Robotics workshop IN PARTNERSHIP with Robogals, Greater Dandenong Libraries will be holding free robotics

Australia Day DANDENONG will celebrate Australia Day with a street festival.

On the day patrons can watch cultural performances on two main stages as well experience low cost rides, market stalls, fire pits for toasting marshmallows, a native animal display and fireworks to be set off at 9.25pm.

■ Dandenong Park, Pultney Street, Dandenong.

Cost $2 to $4. Tuesday 26 January from 3pm.

Brother and sister duo Tayla and Noah, keeping calm in the hot Aussie sun at Dandenong's Oz Day party last year.

workshops. The workshops will introduce participants to pathways in engineering, science and IT. ■ The four week workshop will be held Saturday mornings from 10am to 11.30am on 6 February, 20 February, 5 March and 19 March at Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street.

For further information and registrations contact the library on 1300 630 920.

World Wetlands Day THE free community event will explore and celebrate Dandenong’s natural environment as well as the animals that inhabit the wetlands.

Fishing, books in the bush, snake and reptile demonstrations, bird watching and a free barbecue will be available on the day.

■ Tirhatuan Park, Kriegal Way, off Outlook Drive, Dandenong North. Saturday 6 February, 4pm to 7pm. Bookings are required for catering purposes. Phone 8571 1702 to book. If raining, a total fire ban day, or temperatures rise above 39 degrees the event will be cancelled.

Save energy, save money THIS workshop will help reduce energy use and manage energy bill costs.

The program is suitable for tenants, families, home owners and residents in need of finan-

cial support or people interested in energy efficiency.

The evening includes presentations followed by the chance to speak directly with the experts.

Light catering will be provided at the free event and bookings are not required.

■ Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Wednesday 17 February, 5.30pm to7.30pm. For more information phone 8571 1000.

Dandenong food lover’s tour EXPERIENCE food from around the world in one evening.

The walking tour visits central Dandenong businesses sampling food and includes a sit down meal.

■ Thursday 18 February from 10am to 1pm.

Cost $45 per person. Bookings essential, phone 8571 1377. Once booking and payment is received a confirmation letter will be sent with meeting location details. For more information visit: www.greaterdandenong. com.

Summer festival PRESENTED by the Lions Club the summer community festival runs over three days and includes live music, amusements and rides

for all ages. There will be a fireworks display at 9.30pm.

■ Burden Park, corner of Heatherton and Springvale Roads, Springvale South. The festival will be running from Friday 19 February, 5pm-11pm, Saturday 20 February 11am11pm, Sunday 21 February 11am-4pm. For further information phone Ashley Lewis on 0418 380 555.

Family festival LEARN ways to reduce environmental footprint. Tricks to save money as well as practical skills will be taught by experts at the festival.

Games and entertainment will be on and some of the activities include pedal powered smoothies, live native animals, live seethrough bee-hive, and cooking demonstrations by Jamie Ward.

■ Dandenong Market, corner of Clow and Cleeland Streets. Sunday, 21 February, 10am to 3pm. Cost: free.

Little Mermaid DISNEY’S musical tale of the Hans Christian Andersen classic will come to life on The Drum Theatre stage by the Windmill Theatre Company.

■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Opening night, Friday, 10 June, 7.30pm.

Al-Anon family groups AL-ANON family groups provides support to families and friends living with alcohol abuse and problem drinking.

■ Meetings are held on Wednesdays 8pm at Dandenong Hospital, David Street, Seminar Room 2, West Entrance. Fridays 10.30am at Springvale Church of Christ (Hall at rear) Buckingham Avenue, corner Windsor Avenue and on Saturdays 2pm at St Gerard’s Community Centre, 71 Gladstone Road, Dandenong North. For more information phone 1300 252 666.

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Planning and Environment Act 1987 GREATER DANDENONG PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Planning Permit Application PLN15/0826

Planning and Environment Act 1987 GREATER DANDENONG PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Planning Permit Application PLN15/0684

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10 Graham Road Clayton

8 Yiannis Court Springvale

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8 SEATER Solid dining table with 8 chairs, perfect condition. $850 negotiable. Tel 9547 4951.

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Public notice of this application will cease on 31 January 2016.

WILL STEWART Coordinator Statutory Planning Planning and Design City of Greater Dandenong 1212632-PB03-16

V Public Notices and Event FREE CLEAN FILL, Wanted clean fill site, south eastern area. Dams, gullies, paddocks, filled and levelled, no charge.

Phone: 0418 356 583.

RELAXATION MASSAGE, Monday Saturday. 10am-7pm. Phone 0412 628 856.

s Relaxation & Deep Tissue springvalenaturaltherapies.com.au Friendly & Welcoming Shower facilities now avail Springvale South 9546 9999 Open 7 days

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New rules apply to the advertising of dogs and cats for sale.

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.

For further information, call 136 186 or visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets

Professional Dog Grooming 40 years' experience Poodle and all breed specialists Care & kindness guaranteed Shop 4-5,162 Main Street, Pakenham

Phone: 5941 4578

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I & G STUDD & SONS PTY LTD Ph: 5941 1880

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Guitar - Piano/Keyboard Bass - Drums - Singing

DOORS, internal, Corinthian, bought but not hung, (4) 2040 x 820, (2) 2040 x 720, 6 Homecraft Privacey handles with push button locking. $500 the lot. 0418 135 281.

IRONING Free pick up and delivery.

Prompt service.

Excellent quality.

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V Massage Therapists SKYLIGHT, large, 920 x 920, filter 760 x 760. No flashing or duct. $80. 0418 135 281.

ADVERTISERS, in this section are qualified practitioners and offer non-sexual services.

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Beginners Welcome

General

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Any person who may be affected by the application or by the granting of the permit may make a submission.

Submissions must be made in writing to the Coordinator Statutory Planning, Planning and Design, City of Greater Dandenong, PO Box 200, DANDENONG VIC 3175.

Submissions must include the submitter’s name and contact address and clearly state the grounds on which the application is supported or opposed.

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Weddings and Child Namings.

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Red Lantern

ELITE TAX PRACTITIONERS CPA ฀

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Professional Services

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WILL STEWART Coordinator Statutory Planning Planning and Design City of Greater Dandenong

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APB UPHOLSTERY

The application proposes to remove Restrictive Covenant which states:

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Pursuant to Clause 52.02 of the Greater Dandenong Planning Scheme, Planning Permit Application PLN15/0826 proposes the Removal of 12 Restrictive Covenants registered on the title for land described as Lot B on PS721115M. The Restrictive Covenants include Covenants 1379555, 1504044, 1513224, 1563085, 1602247, 1635052, 1642288, 1802673, 2093133, 2100655, 212291 and 2148900.

Pursuant to Clause 52.02 of the Greater Dandenong Planning Scheme, Planning Permit Application PLN15/0684 proposes the Removal of Restrictive Covenant created by Instrument of Transfer No. 1712238 for Lot 1 on Title Plan 108267U, known as 50 Hemmings Street DANDENONG. The application proposes to remove Restrictive Covenant which states: “1. That I will not at any time hereafter excavate carry away or remove or permit to be excavated carried away or removed any earth clay stone gravel or sand from the said land except for the purpose of excavating for the foundation of any building to be erected thereon.

2. That not more than one building with the usual and necessary outbuildings thereto shall now or at any time hereafter be erected on each of the said lots hereby transferred and that the actual cost of the erection of such building (including outbuildings) shall not be less than Five hundred pounds”.

The applicant for the permit is A&S Valente & Associates Pty Ltd. You may inspect any documentation pertaining to this application free of charge at the following locations: ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ Street, Dandenong between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00pm, or ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ www.greaterdandenong.com Any person who may be affected by the application or by the granting of the permit may make a submission. Submissions must be made in writing to the Coordinator Statutory Planning, Planning and Design, City of Greater Dandenong, PO Box 200, DANDENONG VIC 3175.

Submissions must include the submitter’s name and contact address and clearly state the grounds on which the application is supported or opposed.

Public notice of this application will cease on 31 January 2016.

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Letterbox delivery of community newspapers and advertising materials on a weekly basis.

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The Victorian Equal Opportunity Act 1995 makes it unlawful for an advertiser to show any intention to discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, age, marital status, political or religious belief or physical features, disability, lawful sexual activity/sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or on the basis of being associated with a person with one of the above characteristics, unless covered by an exception under the Act. As Network Classifieds could be legally liable if an unlawful advertisement is printed, Network Classifieds will not accept advertisements that appear to break the law. For more information about discrimination in advertising, contact your legal advisers or the Equal Opportunity Commission.

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Training available, must be willing to travel. ABN and driver’s licence required.

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V Caravans & Trailers

5TH WHEELER /Toy hauler 2005 Amerlite Gulfstream 8.4M Brown. Priced to sell. Rarely used over the past 4 years.

Excellent condition, completely set up with many extras, suitable for wild camping. All LED lights, built in BBQ for cooking outside, new fridge, rear storage approx 3.0 meters square. Solar, regulator, 2 batteries, awning, 2 x 9kg gas bottles, gas HWS, 2 roof vents, Pure Sine Wave w/built-in charger, fire extinguisher, fire blanket, smoke, gas & carbon monoxide alarms, blinds, air con, fridge/freezer (new), LG washing machine, 3 burner stove, gas oven, microwave, rangehood, dinette seating, toilet, shower with vanity basin, queen bed, 2 lounge captain chairs, vinyl flooring. $32,000.

Phone: 0418 123 924.

BUSHTRACKER 2005 16ft. 2 gas bottles, standard external front cargo doors, new Aussie Traveller "Coolabah" awning 2014, full annexe, rear camera, 4 x wind down stabilisers, 3 water tanks, 4 solar panels, 4 x 130amp/hrs deep cycle GEL batteries, new 2014 hour Seasons hatch, Dometic air con, Winguard antenna, mobile phone antenna, 12v external outlet, queen size island bed, LED reading lights, Xantrex Inverter 1800 watt, 50 amp automatic battery charger, TEAC 47cm LED TV /DVD, Pioneer AM/FM radio with 12 stacker CD/DVD player inc external speakers, VANSAT portable Satellite TV System including VAST Decoder, 187 litre "COOLMATIC" 12volt compressor fridge/freezer, microwave, shower/toilet combo with handbasin, 4 gas burner stove /oven/grill. Reg 29/4/2016 (S96720) $55,000. Phone: 0488 401 915.

C753789-SJ1-10

Find out more about your Government Funded opportunity by calling Charley on 9761 2156

$ $ $

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LMCT 10227

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Employment

CARS REMOVED - WANTED

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1212710-RC03-16

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Complete private use. * Restricted key fob access and 24 hour video surveillance. * Enterprise Avenue Berwick

1167261-PB50-14

BERWICK SELF STORAGE UNITS Enterprise Avenue Berwick We Offer: * Easy access to your unit. * Modern, clean units. * Very competitive rates. * Convenient access times. * Sites and sizes for all your needs.

WALKERS WANTED

1205135-LB45-15

NARRE WARREN, luxury accomodation starting from $150pp per week which includes bills.

Bond required. Suit students, singles or couples. Close to bus, train and shops. Phone 0429 022 889.

V Auto Services/ Repair

C1032608-JL21-12

V To Share

ROOMS AVAILABLE, Single rooms. Gents only. 48 Hammond Road/45 Hemmings Street, Dandenong. Call John, mobile: 0417 336 906.

Motoring

C769636-KK10-10

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Stepping into the spotlight

By JARROD POTTER RETURNING to the Victoria Metro squad for another Under 20 campaign, Dandenong Rangers forward Mason Peatling is ready to step into the spotlight.

The new year starts with Australia’s apex junior basketball tournament and Peatling, 18, from Berwick, wants to make his presence felt the second time around.

While he was an emergency call-up who had limited court-time in 2015, Peatling knows there’s a lot more on his plate this time for Vic Metro and he’s keen for the opportunity.

“The expectation this year - I know I’m in the 10, I know I’m a much bigger part in our campaign this year than I did last year,” Peatling said.

“A lot more responsibility will be on me because of that and I’m looking forward to it and showing people what I’ve got.”

His looming departure for the American college system - after accepting a scholarship to Eastern Washington University - will put his Australian basketball journey on hiatus for the next few years and Peatling wants to finish this hometown chapter on a high note.

“For us it’s just about winning the national championship again.

“There’s six of us that are coming back this year and not a lot of teams have done that in the past,” Peatling said.

“For us it’s just about getting that back-toback championship and for me personally I just want to play a bigger part in the team and have a bit more to do and have a bigger role this year.

“I’m not putting any numbers towards that, but I just want to make an impact.”

Peatling’s confidence in his skills was forged in breakout 2015. After last year’s tournament Peatling starred at the SEABL level, stepping up when Dandenong centre Chris Patton sustained a season-ending injury, and he puts it down to his experiences on and off the court as a Ranger.

“I suppose I’m probably a little less star-struck this year,” Peatling said.

“Last year I was a year younger than a lot of the guys who were going around and I was just

Mason Peatling is ready to return to the Victoria Metro squad and help defend the under-20 national championship. 141078 Picture: JARROD POTTER making my way into that group.

“This year I’m well and truly in that group which is really good for me and after spending a year in SEABL it makes things a lot easier.

“Just adjusting to the speed - last year was a

real step up for me to play state level basketball, but this year I think I’m a lot better equipped for it which is definitely a positive thing.”

Vic Metro heads into the tournament as reigning champion, earned in last year’s thrilling double-

overtime 105-104 grand final win over Tasmania.

Peatling will pack up and leave for America in June, but until then will play with Dandenong’s SEABL men’s team. The Basketball Australia Under 20 tournament runs 14-20 February.

Hills ballboy flags his Grand Slam ambitions It’s a big year for Miniroos

By JARROD POTTER LAST year he held the flags for the men’s final - this year Erick Chacon wants to be an even greater part of the Australian Open action.

Chacon, 15, originally from Endeavour Hills, has been selected as an Australian Open ballkid for a second year.

He developed his passion for the game at St Paul’s Apostle Tennis Club in Endeavour Hills and from there his love of the sport grew to encompass every aspect - not just playing but also being a part of the tennis community as a whole.

“Started in 2011 and I signed up for a local club - St Paul’s - was there for about three years and played competition then I decided because I was busy with school,” Chacon said.

“After I stopped playing I became a ballboy instead and this is my second year.”

He eventually had to give up playing to focus on his schoolwork, but his love of the sport transitioned into running after the balls and being an important part of the Open.

His highlights from his first run as a ballkid are cherished as he watched a number of greats and a few Australians take the court.

“Second year I’ve done it and my first match was (Grigor) Dimitrov and (Tomas) Berdych and I also was the ballkid for (Thanasi) Kokkinakis and (Sam) Groth,” Chacon said.

He wasn’t the ballkid for the finals but was still part of the ceremony as he

Erick Chacon is at the tennis season peak as one of 380 ballkids at this year's Australian Open. 149070 Picture: JARROD POTTER held the flags - but that’s not where he wants to stand at this year’s final if he gets the chance.

“I was the flagbearer for all of the finals,” Chacon said.

“The men’s final... even though I like

watching the men’s game better - the crowd was going crazy because (Novak) Djokovic won his fourth so the crowd was pretty good.

“I want to be the ballkid in the men’s final this year and we have this award

where if you’re the best ballkid you get to go to France to Roland Garros so that’s what I’d like to do.”

Outside of tennis, Chacon also loves soccer and hopes to take his striking skills to a school team in the future.

STEELING themselves for the new NPL2 year ahead, Springvale White Eagles are set to add a few more junior sides to its stable this year.

The club, based at the Serbian Sports Centre in Keysborough, announced its intention to enter teams in the FFV Miniroos Competition.

Our Miniroos will be under the guidance of the club’s technical director and FFV approved skill acquisition trainer Gary Talbot.

Trials for the Miniroos’s Under 10s and Under 11s will run on two nights a week over three weeks, commencing Wednesday 27 January.

Players will be assessed on their core skills in small sided games - first touch, striking the ball, one on one, running with the ball as well as positioning, communication and attitude.

For any further information, contact the club via email springvalewhiteeagles@aanet. com.au or the website www. swefc.sportingpulse.net.

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Lightning bolts past Dandy

By JARROD POTTER WNBL - ROUND 14 DANDENONG’S fortress was breached badly on Friday night in a 63-77 upset loss to Adelaide.

Rarely bested this season at their home court, the hosts were left scratching their heads after the Lightning surged in the bookend quarters.

Holding Dandenong to 11 in the first and a measly seven in the fourth - it was all systems go for Adelaide to take its sixth win of the season.

The first half belonged to the Lightning as the Dandenong defence fell apart under supreme pressure up and down the court.

Mikaela Dombkins (eight points) was let off the leash early, taking eight points in the first term.

Her opening quarter three-pointers set the stage as the Lightning struck a 19-11 first term gap and started to leave the Rangers in its wake.

Dandenong coach Larissa Anderson went to her tried and tested failsafe.

She brought perennial star defender Al Downie in quickly to stem the bleeding.

Downie had the unenviable task of sitting in the Lightning’s key and trying to curtail the likes of Mikaela Ruef (21 points, 14 rebounds) and Kayla Standish (nine points and 10 rebounds) taking shots and rebounds at will.

The battle outside was just as difficult for Dandenong as Leilani Mitchell (17 points) and and Kelly Bowen (11 points, 10 rebounds) proved just as tricky from around the perimeter.

The third problem facing the Rangers was the rapidly rising foul count.

Sara Blicavs and Annalise Pickrel immediately caught the referees’ attention and had to sit out lengthy, and extremely crucial, portions of the clash.

Aimie Clydesdale, Amelia Todhunter and

Steph Cumming pays close attention to an Adelaide opponent as Frriday night proved Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS difficult for Dandenong in a 14-point defeat. 149294 Tenaya Phillips all had a run with Mitchell, but the Opals/WNBA star put on a master-class from the point and troubled Dandenong throughout the clash.

But as far as the rubber band stretched at times throughout the match - most of the time extending to 10 or 12 on the back of an Adelaide run-on - Dandenong didn’t let the match blow up.

Todhunter (eight points, five rebounds) nailed a buzzer-beating trey to bring the margin back to

five as a 25-point second term and 20-point third term had Dandenong in good stead - shooting the lights out at 51 per cent to stay in the clash.

Annalise Pickrel (17 points, four rebounds) fought out of foul trouble to bring the match back at times.

The Michigan State alumnus shot the threeball and attacked the ring to give Dandenong some semblance of hope heading into the decisive last term.

Tigers roar past Panthers in big-cat battle

By JARROD POTTER VICTORIAN PREMIER CRICKET - ROUND 14 (Day 2) AGONISINGLY close to an upset, Dandenong (164) needed to cash just one more partnership to seal the deal against Monash Tigers (195 and 5/74).

With it’s Victorian Premier Cricket season allbut on the line Saturday, Dandenong had given itself the best chance of knocking over a huge scalp in Monash Tigers.

Monash brought back the big artillery for the second day against Dandenong – with Big Bash pair Cameron White and Dan Christian returning to wreak havoc with the ball.

The steady start from Brett Forsyth (44) and Tanner Stanton (11) came unstuck fast as Allan Wise (3/33) and the Tigers appealed long and hard to get Stanton out – before skittling Cam Forsyth (2) a few balls later.

Forsyth fell next – hitting out against Marcus Berryman (4/32) – before Matt Shimell (2/31) joined the party and in the space of 30 runs, the Panthers had shed the entire top order and went into lunch with shoulders slumped at 7/118.

That should’ve been the end of the story with Dandenong’s notoriously fragile tail this year, but another chapter was written by up-and-coming batsman Ed Newman (15), experienced Englishman David Alleyne (27no) and Kooweerup bowler Adam McMaster (23) down the order.

It was hard going – Berryman tried to bounce their heads off while Wise and Christian were using the gale-force winds to their advantage – but the lads dug deep.

Newman fell first – not before striking a gutsy 15 at only 16 years-old – before McMaster showed he’s a dab-hand late in the game.

Carrying on from his bowling last week, McMaster struck a couple of fours Dandy’s older statesmen would’ve been thrilled to hit.

His sensational late cut over backward point from a wide Berryman bouncer was shot of the day as McMaster toiled to keep the Panthers’ alive.

Chipping it around, edging the singles while crunching the occasional bad ball to the rope, the Alleyne-McMaster partnership pushed towards 50 before the worst of dismissals for McMaster.

With White (1/7) introduced to the attack from the scoreboard end against the wind, McMaster tried to feather one down the leg-side, didn’t get

Adam McMaster stayed part of the action this week as his late-innings partnership with David Alleyne almost got the Panthers an upset victory. 149298 Picture: JARROD POTTER anything on it… but was caught by the keeper Jack Harper and given out to his dismay. His wicket began the end as Monash cleaned up the hosts in the 65th over.

Monash’s second knock was led by the bowling of McMaster (2/26) and Wilcock (2/14).

“They got on a bit of a roll,” Dandenong skipper Tom Donnell said. “Tanner was very unlucky to go out when the umpire was pressured a bit to give him out and that got their tails up and ran through us a bit until lunch.

“That was the hardest period for us – the first hour was really good, Brett and Tanner did well – but once we lost Tanner it sort of fell away a bit.

“Ed Newman had his first hit and got us back on track a little bit, then Adam had a great game – both weekends – and did really well, he’s only a

19 year old and is really important for our future.”

The loss leaves Dandenong well off the pace in 12th position.

With only three rounds left, will need wins aplenty and other results to go its way to make the top-eight. It starts this weekend away against Melbourne Uni. “That’s all that we can aim for – we have to win all three and if we drop one we probably can’t make it,” Donnell said.

“It’s really tight at the moment – there were games where we’ve been lucky, games we’ve been unlucky – and hopefully we can perform well… I think we can win them all and put a few good performances together.”

A five-point margin at the start of the term was cut by Cumming from the foul line, but whatever initiative the Rangers had mustered fell away after the five-minute mark of the quarter.

Tara Robinson (seven points) found time to sink the first nail into Dandenong’s coffin - as the Lightning pushed the gap back out to six points.

Dandenong could barely muster a shot-ontarget in the fourth as Adelaide ran away with the 14-point triumph as the experienced trio Ruef, Mitchell and Bowen sunk the match-winning baskets.

Anderson was bemused at Dandenong’s inability to get the rebounds - finishing on one of its lowest tallies of the season.

“I’m in a bit of shocked at the fact that we got absolutely flogged on the boards,” Anderson said.

“And that’s just purely an effort thing - credit to Adelaide they just got after it and played like they wanted it more which doesn’t make sense as I know my girls do.

“They just came in so flat and foul trouble killed us - having to rotate in different areas where we wouldn’t and a certain player would do well then she’d pick up another foul and there were foul troubles everywhere.”

“26-10 foul shots and that was the ball game - 26-47 on the rebounds and that’s a huge discrepancies that are a lot through effort.”

Dandenong continues its Australia Day longweekend on Monday night in what could potentially become an Australia Day Eve tradition against the Melbourne Boomers.

“I love it - i think it’s fantastic and every sport needs that rivalry,” Anderson said. “The Boomer and Ranger rivalry has been there as long as I’ve played and now coached - it’s always been there and for us we’ve got everything to play for on Monday.”

Springy South’s outright delight SPRINGVALE South surprised no one with a whopping 23-run outright-victory over Lyndale.

After dismissing the hosts for 84 last week, the Bloods quickly set the stage on Saturday with a sharp declaration at 5/195.

The rampage started early for Springvale South as Tim Ford (2/19) and Jarrod Armitage (1/19) seared through the Dales’ top order.

Malinga Bandara (4/10) - backing up his hattrick and six-wicket haul last week - claimed a rare 10-wicket bag in the local competition to put the Dales on the back foot.

Farazur Rahman (23) tried to hold back the tide, but in the end it was a 36-over display of pure carnage that had the Bloods claim outright win number three this season and take an eightpoint lead over Cranbourne atop the table.

Dandenong West (113) was no match for Heinz Southern Districts (184).

The best efforts of Sam Bracey (44) and Clay McCartney (32) paled in comparison to Michael Davies (7/31) barrage.

Going one better than his “drop-punt catch” in last year’s semi-final, Davies took chunks out of the Bulls’ attack to claim his second seven-for and eighth in weekend DDCA cricket and let the Cobras strike back and consolidate its spot in the top four heading towards finals.

Mordialloc (7/263) belted Buckley Ridges (179) to all points of Park Oval. Cameron Tomkinson (109) made the most of his first Turf 1 innings this season - smacking 19 boundaries and a six - en route to a century in tandem with Bloodhounds’ all-rounder Ian Daniel (70).

Their 147-run stand took the points and brings the Bloodhounds within four points of the topfour heading into the final three white-clothed matches of the season.

Parkfield (134) did it the hard way to clinch the local derby against North Dandenong (125 and 7/108).Wickets piled sky-high for the Bears, with only Joe Barrett (45) and Nilochana Perera (39) mounting a serious fight-back.

It looked a long shot at 9/103, as Matin Sultani (4/43) and Khyber Kunary (3/41) turned the tables on the hosts.

Parkfield eclipsed North Dandenong with Perera at the crease alongside number 11 Jesse Martindale (2no).

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She is driven to succeed

By JARROD POTTER INSIDE a Mitsubishi would be the last place to expect to see a pair of WPL Gold Medals hanging.

It’s an odd spot for most to put their accolades but for Tiffany Eliadis it’s a great reminder of what she’s done and where she still wants to go with her soccer as she drives to her matches or training sessions.

After back-to-back Women’s Premier League titles with South Melbourne, Eliadis, 20, from Endeavour Hills, will change course on her career after she joined the newly formed Southern United.

While it’s tough to farewell her adopted club after many fruitful seasons, Eliadis felt the time was right to take on another big test - the Women’s National Premier League.

“I just wanted a new challenge, to be honest,” Eliadis said.

“Staying at South would’ve been the easy option but seeing that the WNPL would be something completely different for women’s football I thought why not be a part of it.

“I always like to challenge myself with new things and it’s a club that’s trying to slowly build itself up and before I went to South, they were a bit like that too.

“Going to Southern is a little like that and I feel that they’ll boost themselves up and I want to be a part of it, to be honest, on the southeast side.”

Joining Southern United alongside SMFC team-mate Saphri Lines and reuniting with her former Row-

ville Sports Academy coach Stuart Munro – Eliadis thinks Southern is set to up the ante with fast-paced, attacking style.

“It will definitely be a passing game – won’t be a boot it long and chase kind of thing,” Eliadis said.

“The girls will get into the routine of passing and relaxing on the ball and making better decisions – I think that’s what Stuart is trying to implement as well – better decision making and quicker speed of play.”

Eliadis encouraged all southeastern soccer girls to head along and try out for Southern United ahead of the inaugural WNPL season.

While it’s a daunting prospect to jump up to the top tier in Victoria, Eliadis had the same concerns when she was younger but thought her switch to South Melbourne was the greatest move she ever made.

“Take a chance – you won’t know unless you try and you’ve got to take risks to be better,” Eliadis said. “When I was younger I took a risk as a 14-year-old to go play in senior level and it was the best thing I probably ever did.

“I even spoke to a few who were trying out for the 18s and told them to come into the seniors and they said that it’s obviously a major difference but you’d only get better if you push yourself.”

In the meantime she’ll tick off the kilometres in her purple Mirage waiting for the season to start next month – with her medals as a solid reminder of her capabilities.

Tiffany Eliadis, at her 2014 WPL Gold Medal presentation. She is the latest WNPL signing for Southern United.

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Dandy academy looks at Rays-ing youth girls standards

By JARROD POTTER MAKING the next cut in pursuit of a Victorian jersey are 29 players from the Dandenong Stingrays Youth Girls Academy (YGA).

Out of hundreds to try out for the Big V, the Stingrays crew were part of the final 130 hoping to gain selection for the national championships.

Dandenong’s All Australian schoolgirls pair Courtney Jones (Cranbourne) and Emily Browning (Lyndhurst) were snatched up quickly by Vic Metro scouts ahead of this year’s AFL National Youth Girls Championships – which will finally return home and be held in Melbourne from 2 to 5 May. Familiar local faces in

Beaconsfield quartet Georgia Gee, Tyla Hanks, Ruby Clayton and Brooke Struylaart are in the 65-woman Vic Metro squad alongside former Vic Metro pair Logan O’ConnellWebb (Lyndhurst) and Georgia Gourlay (Cranbourne).

As well as the 19 selected in the Vic Metro preliminary squad, another 10 have a chance to be coached at the state level by their YGA coach Scott Gowans, who was announced as Vic Country head coach earlier this week.

Screening days for both squads will be held in the lead up to the National Championships, with Vic Country to hold their event on Sunday 7 February at North Melbourne Football Club, and Vic Metro to be held at Richmond Football Club on 4 March.

STINGRAYS INITIAL STATE SQUAD VIC METRO POWER Dalia Ali, Jordyn Allen, Emily Browning, Sam Bullas, Ruby Clayton, Beth Cruickshank, Georgia Gee, Georgia Gourlay, Jasmine Grierson, Tyla Hanks, Courtney Jones, Logan O’Connell-Webb, Tayla O’Hagan, Sophie Phillips, Jess Provan, Kayla Ripari, Teagan Sheldon, Jess Smith and Brooke Struylaart.

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Looking good to the Maxx

By PETER ANDERSON THE Mazda CX-3 may have been beaten to the market by Nissan, Renault, Honda and Holden, but its late arrival doesn’t seem to have done it any harm.

The mini-SUV joins a Mazda line-up of cars that is handing out bloody noses to its rivals using a combination of looks, pricing and specification.

The CX-3 fits right in with the rest of the range while hopefully bringing with it the CX-5’s superior dynamics in a smaller package.

There’s a slightly bewildering array of CX-3s, powered by either a 2.0-litre SkyActiv petrol or a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel.

You can have a bare-ish bones manual frontwheel drive Neo for $19,990 or blow almost double that on an all-wheel drive Akari automatic.

The big seller is the Maxx AWD at around $27,000, give or take a few bucks depending on transmission.

We landed ourselves the top-level Akari.

This trim level is available with both engines, manual (petrol only) or auto and either driving the front or all the wheels.

Our auto Akari front-wheel drive petrol weighed in at $33,290.

This includes 18-inch alloys, a six-speaker stereo with USB and Bluetooth, rear view camera and reversing sensors, keyless entry and start, cruise control, LED fog lamps and headlights, sat-nav, heads-up display, power everything, auto wipers and headlights, leather trim, (tiddly) sunroof and comprehensive safety package.

There’s just one option (the safety package is optional in lower trims), the evergreen bargain that is the $200 Soul Red metallic paint.

Mazda CX-3 hasn’t got a single bad angle to it, especially in this Akari trim with big alloys and

Like many late arrivals, it’s the best looker at the party.

plenty of body-coloured exterior parts.

It’s lithe and athletic-looking, with a good mix of Mazda’s key design elements while managing to shrink the CX-5 without it looking desperate.

Light on the bling and with few unpainted body bits, it also avoids the mini-SUV cliche of trying to look big ‘n’ chunky. There’s a decent palette of colours, our car coming in the unexpectedly cool ceramic, a colour that changed very subtly with the light and looked like egg shells.

Inside is contemporary Mazda, which means clean design and good ergonomics, with a Peugeot-like flair for mixing textures to keep things interesting.

There’s also a Peugeot-like knack for providing an irritating dashboard, in this case Mazda’s central-dial-with-wings that infuriates some in the ‘2 and ‘3 - too-small instruments packed into a big space.

Accommodation is adequate if not expansive, with head and shoulder room lacking a little in the rear, but kids will be perfectly happy.

Rear kneeroom is good while there’s enough space to shuffle your feet under the front seat.

Sadly, there are no air-con vents back here, which might mean some sweaty times aft.

The boot, too is adequate with a small hatchlike 264 litres (it betters the Mazda 2 by just 8 litres), expanding to 1174 when the seats are dropped.

It has a nifty false floor under which you can sling laptops, tablets and whatever else you want to hide that roughly will fit in a depth of around 10 cm.

The front seats are very comfortable but unfortunately the lack of armrest - a problem shared with its rival Renault Captur, for instance - makes for a less than appealing long distance proposition.

Overall the cabin is light-on for storage. There are only two cupholders for the front and none in the rear, without even an armrest to balance drinks on - though that might be just as well‌ Don’t get too excited about the head-up display, either - it’s projected onto a tiny retractable blade of glass and isn’t especially helpful but does mean you don’t have to use the silly main instrument panel to check your speed.

Six airbags, blind spot sensor, brake assist, stability and traction controls, rear cross traffic warning, collision mitigation forward and reverse, brake force distribution, ABS, hill holder, lane departure warning.

The CX-3 earned five ANCAP stars.

Mazda’s MZD-Connect takes pride of place on a 7.0-inch screen bolted onto the dashboard.

It’s controlled by either touching the screen or with a rotary dial on the console, which is both refreshing and bewildering.

Like the Holden Trax it can connect to your phone’s various conforming apps such as Pandora, but has its own sat-nav The Akari’s front wheels are propelled by Mazda’s SkyActiv-G (as in gasoline) 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated four cylinder, good for 109kW and 192Nm, from standard unleaded.

With i-Stop (stop-start), and a six-speed automatic transmission, Mazda claims a combined average of 6.1 litres per 100 kilometres and a 0-100km/h time of just under nine seconds.

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Sporty, solid and secure OUR test Volkswagen Passat midsized sedan and wagon 132TSI station wagon in Comfortline format had the $3500 Luxury Package with a huge panoramic sunroof, LED headlights and daytime running lights, ambient interior lighting and folding door mirrors.

Volkswagen Passat has a modest, timeless look of the sort that has appealed to VW owners for generations.

The slim full-width three-bar grille stretches all the way to the headlights.

There’s plenty of shiny surfaces on the grille and the large central badge leaves people in no doubt that they’re driving a VW. The interior has a sporting look to the instrument binnacle and an air vent that stretches across the full width of the dash makes a real styling statement.

The code ‘TSI’ in VW-speak indicates a turbo-petrol unit.

The ‘132’ means it produces up to 132 kW of power from its 1.8 litres.

It’s a significantly upgraded version of the previous 118TSI unit.

Top torque remains at 250 Nm as in the old engine but now comes in 250 rpm lower than before, being on tap from an impressively low 1250 rpm.

A turbo-diesel Passat 140TDI, with torque of 400 Nm, is also offered.

This is not the EA189 unit which is the subject of the emissions cheating scandal, rather, it’s the newer

EA288 unit, that we are assured complies with Euro 6 standards at all times.

Both engines are mated to DSG dual-clutch transmissions, sevenspeed with the 132TSI and sixspeed with the 140TDI. All Passats have App-Connect USB interface (Apple and Android); satellite navigation; and Bluetooth connectivity.

The 132TSI uses the Discover Media system and displays on a 6.5inch colour touch, the Discover Pro in the Customline and Highline has additional features on an 8.0-inch screen.

The latest Passat safety features include nine airbags, enhanced ABS braking with electronic brakeforce distribution, brake assist and auto hold, ESP with traction control, rear view camera with multi-angle views and IsoFix child seat anchors on the outer rear seats.

Standard in the Comfortline and Highline models, (an $1800 option in the Driver Assistant Package in the 132TSI) are Adaptive Cruise Control with stop/start, Front Assist with City Emergency Braking, Lane Assist, Side Assist, and Rear Traffic Alert.

Engine performance is very good and turbo lag has been kept to a reasonable level.

There’s the usual VW DSG slowresponse at very slow speeds, something that we thought would have been sorted out after all these years.

Fuel consumption is impressively low for a big petrol unit at about five to six litres per 100 kilometres

The conservative shape of the latest Volkswagen Passat will ensure it remains timeless.

MODEL RANGE Passat 132TSI four-door sedan: $34,990 (DSG) Passat 132TSI Comfortline four-door sedan: $39,990 (DSG) Passat 140TDI Highline four-door sedan: $45,990 (DSG) Passat 132TSI five-door wagon: $36,990 (DSG) Passat 132TSI Comfortline five-door wagon: $41,990 (DSG) Passat 140TDI Highline five-door wagon: $47,990 (DSG)

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The interior is spacious with a surprising amount of rear seat legroom, almost putting the Passat into the limo class.

There’s 650 litres of luggage space in the sedan in the wagon.

This expands to 1152 and 1780 litres when the rear seatbacks are folded, this can be done either through the back doors or by levers near the rear of the wagon’s load area.

Some boot depth is lost due to the installation of a full-size spare wheel, but we’ve seen worse.

Passat’s seats are well-shaped and supportive and their height makes them easy to get in and out of. The solid feeling that has been a traditional in Volkswagens for decades remains.

Indeed, the B8 Passat series has taken it one step further. You really do feel isolated from everything the road is throwing at the car.

Similarly, noise reduction has been also been enhanced and you get the sort of interior sound levels that would once have demanded a $100,000+ German car.

Handling is reasonably sharp, though aimed more at driving comfort than at sports wagon lovers.

There’s neutral cornering behaviour at normal speeds, changing to safe understeer when pushing hard.

Our review car was fitted with sensible 17-inch wheels, which make more sense than the stylish big-diameter unit that can upset the ride.

Volkswagen Passat’s station wagon is big, practical and offers excellent driving comfort.

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