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the crash, a police officer investigating the incident put Mr Picone’s name forward for a bravery award from the Royal Humane Society of Australasia, which he received in December 2015.

This award will be his second for the incident.

“I think it’s a bit of overkill - I don’t think I’ve ever heard of someone getting two awards for the one thing,” he said.

“But I’m rapt that I’ve been recognised, and I really don’t think I’m a hero - I know you hear them on the telly all the time, saying that.

“I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved, because, apart from my family, Rachael is my greatest success story, and it makes me a bit humble that people find me worthy of this sort of recognition.”

Governor-General, Sir Peter Cosgrove, congratulated this year’s Australian Bravery Award recipients for their efforts, and said that more than 40,000 honours had been announced for Australians over the last 40 years.

“On behalf of all Australians, I thank them for their bravery,“ he said.

“They are a source of courage, support and inspiration, and we are a stronger, safer and more caring nation because of them.“ Mr Picone will receive his latest award in a yet-to-be-announced ceremony.

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A FORMER Healesville SES volunteer who climbed into a smashed car to rescue a critically injured woman in 2007 has received his second bravery award in four months for the endeavour.

On Thursday, 17 March, Keith Picone was announced as the recipient of an Australian Bravery Medal, for his work to rescue Rachael McVae from the scene of a head-on crash on 21 February, 2007.

Mr Picone and his wife, Karen, who was SES Controller for the unit at the time, came across the crash while heading to an anniversary dinner.

One of the cars was in the middle of the road, with a trapped and injured driver, while Ms McVae’s car was on its passenger side, with her father deceased in the passenger seat and the driver trapped.

Mr Picone, speaking with the Mail on Thursday, 17 March, said that he and Karen both “went into recovery mode” straight away.

He climbed into the car’s rear hatch, taking out the back seats, and established that Ms McVae’s father was deceased, and that Rachel was pinned by the steering wheel and her seatbelt. Supporting her with his arms and his head, the hard choice was made to cut the seatbelt, in order to help the injured driver breathe - seatbelts can hold people in place and prevent making injuries worse.

But Ms McVae, who has had 19 surgeries since the crash, did not have a spinal injury, and the pair talked and tried to stay comfortable until the Healesville SES arrived and cut the car open.

“We just zoned out,” Mr Picone said.

“You hear about athletes with their arms burning from strenuous exercise, but I don’t remember any of that.”

He said that, when arriving on the scene of a crash with the SES, members have some time to prepare, and, often, the victims remained nameless in the minds of the rescuers.

“You don’t know their names, you don’t know anything about them, and, 99 per cent of the time, you never hear from them again,” he said.

“We knew where each other lived, how old we were, everything about each other - just trying to keep her talking and keep her going.

“We just got through it together.”

He said he found out Rachael was alive because he and Karen were driving through the area some time after the crash, and saw three men standing at the crash site - these men were Ms McVae’s brothers and her partner.

Since her recovery, Mr Picone said Ms McVae had become fast friends with the family, and would be joining them for Easter this year.

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By KATH GANNAWAY HODDLES Creek community celebrated on Saturday, 19 March, the building that has been the hub of their rural community for the past 100 years.

State School No 2541 was a small one-room rural school when it was built for the mining community of Hoddles Creek in 1915. The first 31 students took to their desks in 1916, and the building is still used today by the 27 students.

Among highlights of the day were the opening of the Centenary Garden, designed by renown landscape architect Andrew Laidlaw, community stalls, a photo display in a recreation of the class of 2016, old-time games on the oval, the introduction of new principal, Ben Zimmerle, and a Centenary Dinner.

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In the Centenary Garden, from left, Ian Agnew, Casey MP, Tony Smith, Carolyn Cole-Sinclair, Phillip Coulson, Ben Zimmerle and Andrew Laidlaw. 151855 cluding a tribute to former student and world-famous nuclear physicist Sir Harrie Massey, and thanked the Centenary Committee, volunteers and sponsors for a year-long commitment to the commemoration.

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Car crushed by tree

By JESSE GRAHAM TWO men had a lucky escape in Coldstream on Friday morning, after a large cypress tree crushed the front end of their car.

At about 7.45am on Friday, 18 March, a large cypress tree fell on top of a car heading towards Yarra Glen on the Melba Highway from Coldstream, just near the traffic lights.

The tree crushed the top of the car over the seating area, but Coldstream CFA first lieutenant, Graham Brown, said the two men inside, aged in their 40s, were uninjured and out of the car by the time emergency services arrived.

“They were out when we got there,” he said.

“I presume they got themselves out.“ Mr Brown said the pair had complained about sore necks and were taken to hospital by ambulance for observation, and that the men were lucky to escape from the crash.

“If it had gone any lower, one of them would have been killed,” he said.

CFA crews from Coldstream and Lilydale, Ambulance Victoria, SES and VicRoads all attended the crash and the Melba Highway was closed in both directions for the morning.

Briefly Lock up over Easter POLICE are reminding residents to be wary of thieves over the Easter long weekend, with opportunistic thefts on the rise.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant, Melanie Woods, said that police were preparing for an increase in burglaries over the Easter long weekend.

She said that opportunistic thefts of power tools and items from cars increase over long weekends, and that there had been a “series” of thefts around the Chirnside Park area.

“It’s generally unlocked vehicles,” Det Sgt Woods said.

She said that cars and houses should be locked when possible, and that power tools are kept secured and engraved, and that owners should record serial numbers in case of theft.

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Between 4pm on Thursday, 17 March and 8am the next day, two tractors at Munns Parks and Gardens in Yering were broken into.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant, Melanie Woods, said that police were still investigating the incident to determine what had been taken, but were asking members of the public who may have seen suspicious behaviour to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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Liz Howell, Cr Fiona McAllister, Morris Maxwell and Sean Bethell on Welten Drive, where a new $120,000 footpath will be built for residents. 151693 Picture: JESSE GRAHAM

YARRA Ranges Council has fasttracked a new footpath for a Coldstream road after residents got together to vote and lobby for highpriority projects.

On Wednesday, 16 March, the council announced it would be constructing a $120,000 footpath in Welten Drive, Coldstream, finding surplus funds in its budget.

Ryrie Ward councillor, Fiona McAllister, said the road was identified by Coldstream Voice’s walkability team as a priority for a footpath, with blind corners and an incline on the road.

The project was slated for next year’s capital works, but extra funds meant the council was able to fasttrack the path.

“There were some projects that came in under budget, and our contractor was able to do it earlier - it was kind of the perfect storm that allowed it to happen early,” she said.

“When the playground’s finished, with this, it’ll be great for people that live on this side of Coldstream.”

Walkability team members, Sean Bethell and Morris Maxwell, said

that roads without footpaths were all compiled with photos, and members ranked them in terms of importance.

Welten Drive, Station Street, Maroondah Highway and Ingram Road were all chosen as high-priority for paths to be built.

Coldstream Voice president, Liz Howell, said the path would help elderly residents who used mobility scooters, and currently had to use the road.

She said the group’s relationship with the council meant that projects getting underway in town were ones chosen by the community.

“I think the relationship that Coldstream Voice has built up with the council in the last 18 months, roughly, that we’ve been going, has been outstanding,” she said.

“Once communication is open, the council can work with us to identify what the community want.

“The two major things that are happening at the moment - this and the playground - were both things that the community was really involved in and helped happen. We’re very happy.”

Construction of the path is set to begin next month.

POLICE are calling for witnesses after a home was robbed in Yarra Glen over the weekend, while the occupants were inside.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant, Melanie Woods, said that between 11.30pm on Saturday, 19 March, and 9am the next day, unknown people entered a house in Miriam Drive, Yarra Glen.

Det Sgt Woods said the thieves entered through an unlocked door, and stole a purse with personal papers and cash inside.

She said a suspicious lightcoloured Mitsubishi Lancer was seen in the area, and that anyone who may have any information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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Violence up, police ratios low of

affairs Cindy McLeish MP Member for Seymour

LAST Thursday, the State’s Crime Statistics Agency released figures for 2015 showing an 8.1 per cent jump in overall crime in the past year across Victoria.

Locally, Yarra Ranges Shire Council crime rates have grown by 11 per cent - greater than the state average.

There has been a 10 per cent increase in drug-related crimes, a 26 per cent increase in weapons-related crimes and an 18 per cent rise in sexual assault.

These statistics are not just numbers on a page.

They represent the fact that more and more harm is being inflicted on people in our region day by day.

(Victorian Premier) Daniel Andrews’ response to this crime wave has been to watch while police stations close, police numbers per capita are cut and new gangs commit drive-by shootings and undertake crime sprees with arrogance and contempt for our communities.

In response to these alarming facts, I am asking our community to support my petition calling on the Andrews Labor Government to commit to providing additional frontline police numbers as a matter of priority.

Victoria is growing by 100,000 people a year, and our police are facing complex challenges working with issues such as family violence and the ice epidemic.

These are issues that can affect all members of our community and it’s important that we have a conversation about local crime.

In order to address local crime, we need to talk about crime prevention

and safety at a local level.

I am committed to talking to local police, businesses and residents about how we can work together to address crime in the Yarra Ranges.

Late last year, I was proud to host a crime and safety forum at my electorate office.

With the Yarra Glen Chamber of Commerce, Victoria Police and our local Federal Member for Casey Tony Smith MP, we discussed strategies that local businesses can use to ensure their security such as installing CCTV cameras and limiting the amount of cash held on premises.

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Community Diary Holiday fun GILLIAN’S Rainbow Bridge Farm in Healesville is offering school holiday activities including making a seat for the children’s garden, a mosaic stepping stone, puppet-making and more.

There will be plenty of time to be with the animals and make something to take home.

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Open garden LUBRA Bend at Yarra Glen will be open on Easter Saturday and Sunday as part of the new Victorian Open Gardens Program. It includes talks and tours by the Lubra Bend gardener. Visit opengardensvictoria.org.au.

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WARBURTON Senior Citizens are hosting craft sessions on Mondays at 1pm at the centre in Dammans Road. Get together for bearing, felting decorating, crocheting - take a project along, or start a new one and get crafty with friendly and creative locals. Cost is $1 towards tea and bickies.

Soulsville Gospel Choir JOIN Catherine Nolan from Singing for Your Soul’s Sake, David Johnston from the Dukes of Despair and the King Katz band for a wonderful community musical project.

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The Angry Ant JOIN former Victorian Police Chief Commissioner Kel Glare at Yarra Junction Library on Saturday 2 April at 10.30am as he discusses family life, life on the force and his views for Victoria’s future.

Mr Glare is author of a new biography The Angry Ant which will be available for sale on the day.

Country market POWELLTOWN Country Market is open for new stallholders. The market on Sunday 10 April is to raise funds for the upkeep of the local hall and has a real country atmosphere with the sausage sizzle and hamburgers, homemade cakes, ice-cream van, jumping castle, facepainting and live music.

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Craft and coffee HEALESVILLE Primary School is holding regular parents and friends crafts and coffee nights with the next one on Friday 25 March at 7.30pm at the school. Take along a project or equipment

Make fashion history GET fashion flair in focus, Ecotopia Festival’s Recycled Fashion Parade is coming. The parade has become a highlight of the festival with all ages contributing to an exciting cat-walk of garments some for fun, and some with a message. Local fashionista ‘Hans Allover’ is back as host and the judging panel, selected for its extensive knowledge of the latest trends in recycled fashion, are hip hop artist Joelistic, singer/beat box performer Mal Webb, singer and movement facilitator Santha Press and ECOSS’s very own kiwi fruit farmer Ian Cummings. Entries close of 2 April. Email mellie. allen@hotmail.com or phone 0417 160 862 to enter. and everything else is provided. Phone 0417 362 608 or 0467 629 991.

Garden RELEAF BLACK Spur Nursery in Healesville will be part of Garden RELEAF 2016 on the weekend of 9 and 10 April running fun events to get everyone into their gardens to support their health, have fun and also help to raise funds for Beyondblue (www.beyondblue.org.au). Visit www.gardenreleaf.com.au.

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Silent films HEALESVILLE Library will screen three Australian silent film classics over three successive Mondays starting on 4 April. $10 covers all

JOIN Catherine Nolan for Sing a Song of Sixpence and Music Time at Healesville Uniting Church on Mondays at 11am or at Wandin Uniting Church on Wednesdays at 10am for a supportive, nurturing music/ singing session with children under five years old. Phone Heather on 5962 3031 or Karyn on 5961 9353. All welcome!

5000 Poppies THE 5000 Poppies Project Display is coming to Warburton. Sponsored by the Warburton RSL, the display of poppies made by Australians from two to 102 honours the men and women who have served Australia. The display will be at the Warburton Bowls Club from Saturday 19 March at 2pm to 5pm and daily until Easter Monday from noon to 4pm. Free admission.

Healesville markets HEALESVILLE Community Markets are held from 8.30am to 2pm on the first Sunday of the month in River Street car park and on the third Sunday of the month at Coronation Park in River Street.

There will be a great variety of stalls including plants, produce, cakes, jams, craft, hardware, second hand goods books, DVDs and bric-abrac. Stall fees go to local community groups.

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Upper Yarra markets UPPER Yarra Community Markets are held on the second and fourth Sundays of each month at Yarra Junction Recreation Reserve car park off Warburton Highway.

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HEALESVILLE Salvation Army has a half-price sale on the first Monday of each month. Grab a bargain and help the Salvos look after people in need in the community.

Police Edward Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donohue has visited the Yarra Ranges on numerous occasions to listen first-hand about the challenges and opportunities facing our local police, businesses and residents in combating crime at a local level.

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By KATH GANNAWAY

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By PETER DOUGLAS THERE was a smile on students’ faces as wide as the MCG on Wednesday morning, 16 February.

As part of the AFL’s commitment to fostering strong community links, Collingwood footballers Travis Cloke and Steele Sidebottom visited the Healesville High School.

They received a rock starlike welcome as they mingled and kicked the footy with a select group of Year 9 physical education students.

The students were only too keen to participate in some warm-up drills with the players, before moving in to some training drills and engaging in a question-and-answer session.

When addressing the students, Cloke was straight on the front foot.

“I play for Collingwood and I often cop flak for missing goals,” he joked.

One student asked if “you need good grades to become and AFL footballer”, to which

Magpie Travis Cloke signed a jersey for Year 8 student, Leigh Newman. 151658 Sidebottom answered diplomatically, “yes, you do”.

Both stars predicted big things for their club this year, after the Magpies enjoyed a strong preseason campaign in which they were undefeated.

The school's AFL Ambassador, Kerry Davies, said she was thrilled to have such highprofile players visit.

“We’re just rapt to have Tra-

vis and Steele here today,” she said.

“It’s great the AFL continue to get behind schools and promote football at grassroots level.

“We have Hawthorn coming here next week.”

The school's long-time physical education teacher Brian Darcy said such visits might prove the inspiration for their students to take the next step.

He said the school had many students who participated in playing football, including many girls.

Mr Darcy noted pathways were rapidly opening up for women to play in the women’s AFL. This also includes for his daughter, Sarah, who is being widely tipped to be among the first group of females to be recruited this year for the AFL’s coming women’s competition.

“As a Richmond fan, I’m hoping Richmond gets a women’s team, so she can play for the Tigers,” he said.

THE popularity of the Yarra River behind the main street in Warburton brings the town alive in summer, but it has had some unforeseen consequences which are about to be remedied.

Yarra Ranges Council is partnering with Melbourne Water on a project aimed at restoring the eroded riverbank and providing more stable access to the river for water play, swimmers, canoeists and anglers.

The project will involve stabilising the river bank with rock work stepping down into the river, which will help protect the bank during peak river flows.

Council has been working with Melbourne Water on the design of the $385,000 project, taking into account feedback from community consultation on the project last year.

Works are expected to begin just after Easter, and be completed in 2017.

O’Shannassy ward councillor Jim Child said the Yarra River in Warburton was a beautiful place for people to sit and relax or fish.

“However, over the years this popularity has meant we are now seeing signs of erosion along this particular section (Thomas Avenue) of the river bank, which will require some stabilisation works to ensure it can remain a place for people to use,” he said.

Melbourne Water Manager Regional Services (North-East), Greg Bain, said the Yarra River was vital to Melbourne’s status as the world’s most liveable city

Collaborative effort - Dan Robertson (Melbourne Water, Waterways and Lands Officer, Gordon Buller (River Reserve committee) Cr Jim Child, Jeff Gill (WAL) Leon Hassall (Council Urban Design) and Mark Scida (Melbourne Water, Picture: KATH GANNAWAY Program Leader). 151709 and an essential component of the Warburton community.

“This project is particularly important because it reduces stormwater, creates healthier waterways and improves the local environment for the Warburton community and visitors.”

Rain gardens along the bank will be renewed and replanted to assist in maintaining water quality and a water-sensitive wetland will also be created to help reduce pollution and litter in the river.

The installation of a stormwater pollutant trap will further stop litter and nutrients from stormwater entering the river.

Cr Child said the lookout platform over the river would also be rebuilt and signage and footpath upgrades would help formalise access to the river bank, encouraging visitors to keep off other vegetated areas to avoid further damage.

The project also got the

thumbs-up from Warburton Advancement League president, Jeff Gill, and Upper Yarra River Reserve Committee of Management president, Gordon Buller.

Mr Buller said the River Reserve committee, which manages the reserve along the river on behalf of DELWP, had been involved from the start because of their concern about erosion.

“With no pool in the town, this section is the only place to swim now, and somewhere people can bring their children, so we’re happy that this work is happening,” Mr Buller said.

Melbourne Water program leader for the project, Mark Scida, said access to the river was a critical design feature.

Updates on this project will be available through council’s website on the ‘Current Projects’ page: http://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/About-Council/Current-projects.

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We cleaned up CONGRATULATIONS to all those children, women and men who participated in the Clean up Warburton event on Sunday, 13 March.

It was a great success, with lots of rubbish collected.

The people of Melbourne should thank you, as it’s their water you have kept clean.

The platypuses join in thanking you for your efforts.

Kate Barrett and Ben Aldridge, Organisers, Warburton.

Put humans first WHILE reading the draft strategic plan, I couldn’t help but notice that it looks to be the final version and wonder if this community consultation period is a ruse.

Will council once again ignore our ideas and sound advice, especially concerning the bushfire risk, in favour of the United Nations Agenda 21 just as it did with the Vision 2020 review debacle?

The people of our community must realise just how thoroughly the 'green council’ ruined this shire.

We, as a community, have lost our ability to live free because of the multiple layers of plans, regulations and back-room deals that dictate what we can - but mostly what we can’t - do, with each scheme acting as a heavy chain of slavery as per intended.

For example, there was a time we could buy a quarter-acre block or less, remove every plant we didn’t want and design the garden of our dreams.

Several years ago, when the landscape guidelines plan was being developed, then Cr Samantha Dunn said in a radio interview that she saw no problem with council usurping the use of 80 per cent of our gardens and dictating how it must be landscaped.

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The landscape guidelines, developed under the tyrannical 'green council’, states that as much as 100 per cent, but never less than 50 per cent, of all landscape design must be lethal native plants.

We are an extreme bushfire risk area and unless our council overhauls or repeals every scheme developed under that wretched green council, our bushfire risk will be a catastrophic code red.

Council forgets plants regenerate after bushfires, people don’t.

It’s time council and all its minions regard human life above every other consideration.

Cait Hoogenbosch, Chum Creek.

Let speech run free US Republican Party front-runner Donald Trump had to call off a rally the other day due to safety concerns brought on by a protest mob from America’s lunatic left.

It did put me in mind of what happened here in Australia when my pal Pauline Hansen stood for election back in ’97.

The usual rent-a-crowd was called out to demonstrate at all her meetings.

There will always be badly behaved folks who try to shout down those with whose opinions they disagree.

Not that there is anything wrong when that freedom of speech - which is a cornerstone of any genuine democracy - comes under threat when individuals are demonised for speaking up with inconvenient truths.

Inconvenient truths the ‘namby pamby’ dogooders find offensive; the right to take offence is also sacrosanct in a democracy.

So, as one philosopher said, ‘whatever floats your boat’.

Stanley R. Burgess, Healesville.

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Fermented Grape Wine Bar Shop 5, 36 Bell St, Yarra Glen ph. 9730 1774 Thursday 12noon-6pm Friday 12noon - 8pm Saturday & Sunday 12noon-7pm Kylie Baxter is the owner The business has been running for 5 months.

Book your next event/party at Fermented Grape. We cater for you or you can BYO food (min bar price is all that is required) Thursday night is locals night – 20% off your bill for locals.

Friday night wine tasting – taste new local wines from the valley, platters provided, byo food from one of the local takeaways.

Weekend sippers – come and enjoy an afternoon of local wines, beers, produce in a relaxed and casual environment, make a reservation inside or out.

Live Music every month – we mix it up so put your name forward to play your own session.

We are open Good Friday March 25 with live music from 2pm-5pm Book your table now as last event sold out quickly.

Healesville Guardian, 21 March 1936 In Case You Didn’t Know THE Public Works Department has allocated 5000 pounds from unemployment relief works funds for the further development of tourist resorts. Grants apportioned to this district are - Improvement of the Acheron Way between Cement Creek turntable and Narbethong and restoration of scenic walks in the vicinity of Somers Park, 300 pounds.

Improvement to the road between Warburton and Panton’s Gap via Mt Donna Buang and Ben Cairn. This road is extensively used in the summer and the section between Warburton and Donna Buang is used more so during the winter and the snow period, 250 pounds.

Improvements to snow sports are, Mt Donna Buang to enable people to enjoy snow sports within reasonable reach of the city, 200 pounds.

Development and making accessible further scenic points in Marysville district, 200 pounds.

Healesville Social Chatter Isn’t it surprising how many visitors are here at present? What with the recent hot spell and the nearness to Easter one would expect the town to be deserted. A fairly close contact with a number of guesthouses during the week has revealed otherwise. Holidaymakers seemed to be everywhere - on the tennis and croquet courts, verandahs, in fact as I said before, everywhere.

‘Between Seasons’ is the holiday period for many of the older folk who do not enjoy the liveliness of Christmas and Easter and the prevailing milder weather should make their stay here the more enjoyable.

Warburton Mail, 25 March 1966 Swimming Pool Site is Selected THE Warburton Camping Park has been recommended as the most suitable site for a town swimming pool by Shire Engineer Mr M. Thomas. Mr Thomas said there would be ample room for further development and for parking cars.

Record ‘Low’ For Fires Upper Yarra Fire District recorded only seven fires for the 1965-’66 season - with a total of less than 25 acres burnt.

Council News Upper Yarra Shire Council has decided to sell its crushing plant. The Warburton and district Baptist Fellowship requested permission to erect a sign, to ‘Baptist Church” on the signpost at the corner of Gillis Street and Warburton Highway Millgrove. The opening of the Baptist Church Millgrove will be held on 19 March.

Council agrees to erect a sign “Wesburn Hall and Picnic Area’ on Old Warburton Road signpost on the highway in Wesburn and remove the tip sign.

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Galeena Beek meeting plan YARRA Ranges councillors have demanded to meet with Aboriginal Affairs Minister, Natalie Hutchins, to discuss the future of the empty Galeena Beek properties in Badger Creek.

At a council meeting on Tuesday, 8 March, councillors unanimously agreed to write to Victorian Government ministers, “expressing disappointment” about being unable to secure a meeting.

Councillor Fiona McAllister, who moved the urgent motion at the end of the meeting, said there needed to be “some really frank and serious discussions” about the Galeena Beek properties, which have been vacant for years.

The Galeena Beek Aboriginal Cultural Centre, opposite Healesville Sanctuary in Badger Creek, was closed in 2000.

It was then set for an apartment development around 2008, but the project later went into liquidation.

Current discussions for the site include options such as setting up a belonging place, which would act as a civic centre for the Indigenous community.

“There have been huge inroads, in terms of Galeena Beek in recent years, and it may not mean anything to many of you,

Doseena Fergie wants to see HICSA and Yarra Ranges Council discuss the Galeena Beek properties with Aboriginal Affairs Minister, Natalie Hutchins.

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Picture: JESSE GRAHAM but there is a very united position within the Indigenous community, locally, around those assets, and that is really significant,” Cr McAllister said.

Cr Noel Cliff seconded the motion, and said it was an “absolute disgrace” that further meetings with the minister were not set up.

Healesville Indigenous Community Services Association (HICSA) chair, Doseena Fergie, told the Mail last week that meetings had been held with Ms Hutchins last year, but that a meeting had not been organised since.

“It may be okay for ministers, but we’ve been waiting for

years for this, and therefore, we’re wanting to propel this,” she said.

Ms Fergie said she wanted Ms Hutchins to meet with council and Indigenous representatives, and for the Galeena Beek properties to be given back to the community.

“We have the support of council, and we would like her to know of our plans out here,” she said.

“Here you have properties on Aboriginal land, which is crown land, and why should we buy it back? It should be given to us, because it’s been in a state of disrepair and disregard for so long, and Aboriginal people are waiting, and waiting, and waiting.

“There’s an injustice in that, I believe, that properties that could be used aren’t being used.”

The Mail contacted the office of Ms Hutchins for a response to the councillors’ comments, and for an update on the discussions around the Galeena Beek properties.

“The Victorian Government is currently consulting with the Aboriginal community about a number of proposals for Galeena Beek assets,” a spokesperson for the minister said.

“A decision will be made following those discussions."

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Information Sessions Eltham-Yarra Glen Road and Kangaroo Ground-St Andrews Road safety improvement projects

As part of the Safe System Road Infrastructure Program, the Victorian Government has allocated $6.2 million to introduce infrastructure improvements on Eltham-Yarra Glen Road and Kangaroo GroundSt Andrews Road.

We invite you to come along to an information session: Date Time Place

Tuesday 15 March 5pm–8pm Christmas Hills Hall 787 Ridge Road, Christmas Hills

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Thursday 17 March 5pm–8pm St Andrews Community Centre, 35 Caledonia Street, St Andrews

We will also be available to discuss the projects and listen to feedback at the Warrandyte Festival on Saturday 19 March between 10am and 4pm. You will find us at the VicRoads stall.

We have incorporated community feedback into the project scope and would now like to discuss our preferred options with the community prior to finalising our detailed designs.

If you’re unable to attend any of the above events but would like to provide feedback, please email us at mnw.communications@roads.vic.gov.au to be sent a feedback form.

Light refreshments along with tea and cofee will be available. No RSVP required.

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THE ever-popular push bike ride days at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are back for Easter.

The ride day for Easter is Saturday, 26 March, from 10am to 1pm.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day 30 minutes before the session at the visitors centre to purchase your ticket with your own bike and helmet.

Managing director, Fergus Cameron, said it was a fantastic day out.

“We were extremely pleased with the amount of riders we had the last time we ran the days over the holidays, so we thought it would be a great opportunity to allow even more people access to the circuit during Easter,” he said.

“In fact, it wasn’t only the numbers that pleased us, it was the diversity of groups as well.

“We had family groups, older riders, serious riders, fitness fanatics and riding clubs.”

Mr Cameron said the track could accommodate all these groups together because it was extremely safe with no cars.

Also, it is wide enough for passing and challenging for the fitness fanatics because of its sweeping straights and long demanding undulations.

“You won’t break any lap records on the 4.5km circuit,” he said.

“However, you will enjoy the safest and most picturesque location to ride your push bike on Phillip Island.”

Guests may find it best to arrive early to make the most of their time on this world-famous circuit. So get your bike, helmet, family and friends and head straight to the track.

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Wiggly school holiday fun with Fergusson Plarre.

The little ones will be able to choose their own theme.

Options will include: ‘Frozen’, ‘Minions’ or ‘Star Wars’.

Fergusson Plarre Cupcake decorated will be located opposite Poultry Game in the food court, running daily between 11am and 2pm from Monday, 4 April, to Friday, 8 April.

Don’t forget our last Twilight Market event, 24 March, from 4pm, be sure to bring the whole family.

They are saving the best till last.

The final ‘family’ themed Twilight Market will not disappoint with over 60 market stalls, 10 food trucks and a pop-up cinema featuring ‘Hop’ and Easter family favourites from 7.30pm.

Mr Tynan said the response has been very positive.

“We have been overwhelmed with the level of support that the local community has provided across our first two events, with over 10,000 people enjoying the atmosphere,” he said.

If you haven’t already, ensure you register online at chirnsidepark.com. au for the Easter Egg Hunt in centre from 11am-2pm on Saturday, 26 March, limited to 500 children.

Each child will receive a map to EGGSPLORE, the centre gathering all the clues to complete the trail map to collect a free Easter goodie bag!

The Easter Bunny will be hopping

by Chirnside Park from 11am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, 26-27 March, with treats for the whole family.

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At Chirnside Park Shopping Centre, they have an action-packed school holiday program, covering two weeks of fun-filled entertainment and activities.

Week one, they are excited to invite you to join in the wiggly fun with the Wiggles Fun Zone workshop.

Chirnside Park Centre Manager, Cameron Tynan, says it’s an exciting time.

“We are very excited to be offering this workshop to the community, it’s the first time the Wiggles Fun Zone program has been run in Victoria, an event not to be missed,” he said.

The Wiggles Fun Zone workshop will run daily between 11am and 2pm in the centre court outside Coles from Easter Monday, 28 March, to Friday, 1 April.

There will be three zones to visit: one ‘Wiggles Craft’, two ‘Wiggles Watch’ and three ‘Wiggles Games’.

The Wiggles Craft zone will offer a choice of two separate activities catering for both young boys and girls, featuring ‘Emma Head Bands’ and ‘Wiggles Big Red Car Craft’.

Zone two, ‘Wiggles Watch’ will be lots of fun, singing and dancing along to your heart’s content with the latest Wiggles DVD. Zone three offers an interactive and educational gaming portal for kids to enjoy with use of the Wiggles iPads.

Don’t forget week two entertainment: be sure to pop over to the food court to decorate a delicious cupcake

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By KATH GANNAWAY A PROJECT that began as a small personal tribute to two World War 2 soldiers, blossomed into a world-wide phenomenon, part of which is on show in Warburton.

Lynn Berry and Margaret Knight set out to make 120 poppies for Remembrance Day, 2013, in memory of their fathers.

Community interest in the project grew quickly and within two years contributors from toddlers to centenarians around the world, had sent in over 250,000 hand-made poppies in a display of respect and remembrance to those who have served their country in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

“These craft poppies have been ‘planted’ in all manner of war-related sites all over the world, and we are proud to display a representative selection here in Warburton,” said Warburton RSL project co-ordinator, Coral Reynolds.

Ms Reynolds said the amazing diversity and creativity of the poppies is astounding.

Mounted on eighty 4 metre x 1.2 metre boards, the knitted, crocheted and sewn poppies present a stunning display.

“Everyone was given the same idea - just to make a poppy, but to see such a vast diversity in the interpretation, and from so many people, is just wonder-

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Warburton has eight of the panels which will form a backdrop to the President’s Dinner tonight (Friday) and remain on public display at the Warburton Bowls Club from Saturday, 19 March from 2pm to 5pm and each day

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BATMAN VS SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE (NFT)

VIOLINIST and composer, Jaron Freeman-Fox caps off a three-day Easter music line-up at The Who Club in Warburton.

Jam Crew lead off on Good Friday, followed by Lazarus Mode on the Saturday.

Jaron will seal three days of brilliant live music in the unique Who Club atmosphere on the Easter Sunday.

Who Club owner, Freddie Abela, is tremendously excited about the Easter line-up which will cater for the club’s regulars and the visitors who swell Warburton’s population over Easter each year.

Having produced or played on over 40 albums and toured the globe many times over as a solo artist, bandleader or collaborator, Freeman-Fox fuses his roots of fiddling and jazz with his musical studies in India, Sweden, and Indonesia, while playing the five-string violins of his late mentor; fiddle pioneer Oliver Schroer.

On a seemingly endless tour for the past five years, Jaron performs full-time with his award-winning band Jaron Freeman-Fox & The Opposite of Everything.

Jaron Freeman-Fox will be in Warburton for one appearance only.

Phone Freddie on 0427 161 264 for more details and to book.

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Truth lies in the bunker 10 Cloverfield Lane Starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead, John Goodman and John Gallagher Jr. Rated M A SPIN-OFF (or 'blood relative’, as described by producer J.J. Abrams) of 2008’s Cloverfield, 10 Cloverfield Lane is some damn fine suspenseful storytelling.

Michelle (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), a young costume designer, crashes her car and is apparently abducted by a survivalist, Howard (John Goodman), who claims that a chemical attack has rendered the outside world uninhabitable.

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A colourful nursery for green thumbs THE team at Country Gardeners Nursery pride themselves on offering quality, qualified friendly service and advice to their many valued customers.

Garden-lovers throughout the Yarra Ranges and beyond have the chance to enjoy the colourful nursery, which is packed with an extensive range and quality stock to browse.

Among the offerings at the nursery are garden advice, delivery, and pool and spa water testing.

Also available are quality plants, pots and water-features.

Or why not check out the ponds and pumps, statues, giftware, fruit trees, deciduous ornamental trees, vegetable and flower seedlings, bulbs, potting mixes composts and fertilisers.

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Shane, with 30 years in the business, is just one of the many experienced and helpful staff.

Kevin (13 years), Emily (seven years), Mikayla (three years) and Shaun (six years) are on hand to ensure your visit to the nursery is an enjoyable one.

The nursery offers a chance to explore at your own pace. 151830 The Easter weekend will present a great opportunity for those who have never ventured to the nursery before, to get out there and do so.

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LUXURY AND ELEGANCE LOCATED at the end of a quiet no through road on a 1070 square metre block (approximate), this stunning brick home offers luxury and elegance. Beyond the leadlight front door is an impressive hallway.

Long and wide with nine-foot ceilings, it has been created with highly polished floorboards and continues the length of the house.

The formal lounge and the four generously sized bedrooms lead off from it.

The luxuriously carpeted bedrooms, finished with ornate cornices each have built-in robes.

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The rear of the house opens up to an entertainer’s hub. An enormous timber kitchen and light-filled family room open to the huge outdoor entertaining area through double glass doors.

This home has refrigerated cooling and gas ducted heating. Access the backyard through the high clearance double garage, including three phase power.

WESBURN 36 Edward Street Inspect: Saturday, 26 March, 1pm-1.30pm Price: $510,000 Plus Contact: Ashleigh Hall, Andrew McMath Real Estate, Yarra Junction, 5967 1800 or Warburton 5966 2800

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Gladysdale

$590,000 - $650,000

9.5 Acres (approx.), Enormous Family Home Total peace and serenity is assured in this picturesque setting, with an abundance of bird life, mountain views and fresh air. The huge family home is in need of a little inishing off, however provides 5 good sized bedrooms, 4 living areas and a double garage! The master has walk in robe and ensuite and is zoned at the opposite end of the house to the remaining 4 bedrooms, the living areas offer plenty of options, maybe a theatre room, a private retreat for the parents, a formal lounge and an informal kitchen, meals zone.

Outdoors the decking around the house overlooks the property, plenty of shedding for the ride on mower and other toys and acres and acres of land for you to explore. Bring a paint brush and realise the easy potential this lovely property has to offer!

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190

1 Old Warburton Rd Warburton

$250,000 plus

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$340,000 - $360,000

Warburton Retreat

A Solid Home in a Convenient Location

Set on over half an acre (2345 sqm) with a beautiful stream meandering through the rear garden this home boasts two bedrooms, master with built in robes, 2nd bedroom accessed of the large covered rear decking. There is spacious light illed living spaces with cathedral ceilings and fully appointed kitchen with double drawer dishwasher, electric cooker and appliance cupboard. Extras include a reverse cycle air conditioner in the living area, double carport and workshop.

This 3 bedroom home will suit the irst home buyer or investors, light and bright open plan living areas offering great space. The home comprises of 3 good size bedrooms all with built in robes. Outside there is a huge covered outdoor entertaining area perfect for the large family gatherings. Ideally located close to schools, shops and transport and a short stroll to the Warburton Trail, a great investment or irst home.

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: Sat 11:00-11:30am (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266

100 Barak Drive Launching Place

$570,000 plus

3 Acre Farm Style Home Come home to a true country feel character weatherboard home boasting 4 good sized bedrooms with everything a rural property has to offer but on a manageable scale of just over three acres of lat usable land. Divided into 4 good sized paddocks you’ll deinitely want to bring the horses as this is absolutely the perfect setup for the horse enthusiast. There’s a play area for the kiddies and a man cave that will be the envy of every man with concrete loor, power and enough room to store all the tools. Inside there’s a fully renovated bathroom, 2 living areas and a lovely country kitchen that has ample bench space and cupboards, newly tiled and enough room for the dining table to it comfortably in the kitchen. Other features include loorboards throughout, double hung windows, wood ire, split system, ample parking spaces & outdoor entertaining area.

Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068 Inspection: Sat 1:30-2:00pm (Photo ID Required)

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Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 31 years

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Sam Price 0438 795 190 7 years

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Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

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Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 15 years

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Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Cassandra Darwall Property Management

5964 2277 569 Warburton Hwy, Seville

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Wesburn

$695,000 - $765,000

Beautiful 3 Acres with Stunning Character Home This superb property is the owners pride and joy and is now up for sale for the next owner to love. Beautifully renovated, this country residence is a family dream with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 separate living areas and acres to enjoy. Plenty of room for a couple of horses, with stable accommodation and room to store the loat and other vehicles under cover. There is also an excellent sized garage and workshop and a beautiful cottage garden has been created to enhance the country feel. Various original features complement the well-appointed home including some gorgeous original hardwood looring which transitions well to the newer looring in the extended area of the home. Two of the bedrooms enjoy fully functioning open ire places and the country kitchen opens to the adjacent large family living and undercover outdoor entertaining deck.

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190

3401 Warburton Hwy Warburton

Auction Sat 9th April @11am

Yarra Junction

$440,000 - $480,000

Art Deco Residence and Shop Front!

Tree Top Retreat with French Provincial Flair

Located right in the middle of town, a classic Art Deco residence and shop front. Offering three bedrooms upstairs and two living areas down. Ornate ire places and original features throughout.

This character building sits on a block of about 760sqm with access from Thomas Ave and the Yarra River beyond. A rare opportunity to secure the freehold of a beautiful building in a prime position brimming with potential. FREEHOLD TO BE AUCTIONED - If not Sold prior

Stunningly presented with views of the Warburton Ranges this unique home offers 3 excellent sized bedrooms including the master with its own private balcony & a dressing room. The upstairs bathroom is pure luxury, superbly appointed with claw foot bath, pedestal basin & separate shower, the downstairs bathroom is ideal with large shower recess & separate toilet. There are so many wow factors in the house, the kitchen is no exception with stone bench tops, beautiful feature glass cupboards and ample cupboard space and lounge with wood ire.

Contact: Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 Inspection: Sat 10:30 - 11:00am (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190

9 Sylvan Ave Warburton

$390,000 - $430,000

Log Cabin Charm with Modern Convenience Meticulously renovated, this lovely home will leave you nothing to do but just enjoy the serenity in this superb location. Bright and airy, the 4 bedroom residence provides excellent family accommodation as your beautiful forever home, or would lend itself perfectly to a weekend retreat and holiday destination being only about 1.5 hours from Melbourne CBD. The master bedroom is quite luxurious with quality carpet and extra space to make this your private retreat, with doors opening to the rear balcony making it a lovely escape to enjoy a wine and the view. The further 3 bedrooms are well proportioned and a crisp white bathroom with oversized shower and separate bath are a feature in this generous property. The modern kitchen showcases an island bench, plenty of cupboard space and a leafy outlook to enjoy through your windows. A very nice property indeed!

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190 Inspection: Sat 1:00-1:30pm (Photo ID Required)

Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 30 years

Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 31 years

Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 19 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 7 years

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Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

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David Carroll 0419 539 320 14 years

Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068

Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

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3407 Warburton Hwy, Warburton

Carly James Property Manager

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Cassandra Darwall Property Management

5964 2277 569 Warburton Hwy, Seville

Julianne Spendlove Administration

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21 Rainbow Trout Avenue, East Warburton

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• Neat & tidy with open plan living & dining area • Wood heating & split system • Kitchen leads to enclosed entertaining area • Bungalow with loft storage - perfect man cave • Paved BBQ area, ample garden & wood sheds • Double lock up garage with workshop

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• Oozes charm & character with cathedral ceilings • Solid timber doors & polished hardwood timber floors • Split system & an upgraded wood heater • Sizable deck with mountain views • Set amongst majestic ferns • Short distance to cafes & shops

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Zero waste to tasty vegies A big chunk of pumpkin

By KATH GANNAWAY WOORI Community House manager, Sonya Mazar, has a simple criteria for the success of their community vegetable gardens.

“I just love it when I see schoolkids walking past pick a couple of snow peas, or tomatoes and just eat them fresh from the garden,” she says.

The garden is a series of crates between the car park and the footpath, planted out with vegetables and herbs.

It’s a permanent display of the innovative approach the house has to sustainable gardening for everyone that includes a zero waste, minimal water and maximum input from nature’s helpers - the worms, chewing insects, microbes and aerobic bacteria.

Their secret weapon in establishing the model is local inventor and garden guru, Mike Morrison.

His integrated life-cycle food management system includes recycling cardboard packaging and coffee grounds (remember all those cafes in the Yarra Valley!), repurposing cardboard and plastic coffee cups and composting right next to the plants with a re-usable ‘compost hive’.

At Woori, the gardens thrive on ‘donations’ from the local shops and businesses who feed their food scraps, teabags and paper into the hives.

The hive, and the gardens themselves are mulched with the mix of ground-up cardboard and coffee

By KATH GANNAWAY

Pods of compost, and coffee cup ‘wells’ feed and water the plants where they need it. 151754 grounds creating a slow-release nitrogen garden/compost additive.

“When used to make compost, it balances the carbon nitrogen ratio for good composting, reduces odour and prevents rodents and flies attacking the compost,” Mike explained.

On a larger scale, with a major restaurant chain interested in the system, co-grinding food waste and cardboard in the Aximill Processor designed and patented by Mike, has huge potential for the environment.

Mike Morrison will demonstrate the gardening system at the Woori Community House Open day on Saturday, 30 April from 10am to 2pm.

Mike Morrison and Sonya Mazar with the compost hive and some of the current crop. 151754 Pictures: KATH GANNAWAY

Repurposing plastic and cardboard take-aways attracts worms to the soil. 151754

IF, like Mia Erickson from Healesville, you’ve grown a big pumpkin lately, Alowyn Gardens in Yarra Glen would like to hear from you!

The popular garden and nursery is holding a pumpkin competition on Sunday, 10 April with five classes - Giant Atlantic Pumpkin, Biggest Queensland Blue, Biggest Butternut, Biggest Zucchini and Most Unusual Pumpkin.

Alowyn’s Prue Van de Linde said they purchased seeds in October last year and put together growing packs for sale to the public. Seeds were also sold through the local Hoogies Hardware.

Mia, 9, has been nurturing her pumpkin from seed to flower to this beautiful, orange specimen since late last year, and can’t wait to take it along for the competition.

Ms Van de Linde said it was time for the pumpkins to come home.

“A large number of growing packs were purchased and we are now calling all pumpkin growers to enter their pumpkins (and zucchinis) in our competi-

Mia Erickson has big hopes for her homegrown pumpkin. 151607 Picture: ROB CAREW tion,” she said.

There are great prizes to be won, and there will be food, stalls, a colouring competition, face-painting and the star attraction, the pumpkin show, on the day.

To register your pumpkin (or zucchini) visit www. alowyngardens.com.au or phone Alowyn Gardens on 97302400.

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By JESSE GRAHAM The front of the underground house.

The Steels Creek Underground House fits into the hill behind it, and sits next to a large dam. 151735

AFTER the 2009 bushfires destroyed their Steels Creek home, Edd and Amanda Williams set to work creating a masterpiece - an underground house where practicality and sustainability are at the forefront.

The Underground House is located deep in Steels Creek, down winding dirt roads and a long driveway, far away from mobile phone reception.

Coming around the corner, the house’s chimneys and Solatubes poke out of a hill - the front, north-facing side of the house, meanwhile, sits forward and unobscured.

Behind a set of double-glazed windows is a small (and hot) room full of tropical plants, and another set of double-glazed windows that leads to the kitchen and into the house proper.

Edd, seated in an armchair in the cool house - it’s 30 degrees outside, and significantly hotter in the room with the plants - explained that the room is designed to help regulate the heat in the underground house.

“We open this up in winter, in the day time, and the heat from there comes in here, and at night we close it up,” he said.

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He said the house was designed by their son, Soft Loud House Architects’ Alvyn Williams, after the family’s house was burnt down during the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires.

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Natural light is well-utilised in the underground house.

Amanda said the decision to go underground was made during the long drought, where water was scarce and the panic of the fire season made the area like a “war zone”.

“I had a ‘what would I do?’ scenario - if I was alive, and my family was alive, but the house was burnt,” she said.

“In that case, I said, well, next time, I’ll build underground - instead of spending every summer and every time I went shopping watching the horizon.”

The attention to detail in the finished house shows - the couple said the width of the kitchen was designed so that, in winter, the sun hits the back wall.

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Edd and Amanda Williams in their underground house in Steels Creek. 151735

In summer, the light barely makes it past the windows.

Edd said the house was built “like a carpark”, with solid concrete for the walls and roof.

This, he said, gives the house a thermal mass which uses the soil around the house to cool and heat the house naturally.

Vents running from the surface provide cool air, even on warmer days.

The house is powered by solar panels, which return so much power to the grid that money from energy companies offset the price of buying wood for the stove and gas for an underground cylinder.

When it comes to bushfire safety, the house is well-equipped with a

moat running around the property, a large dam nearby, fire-resistant materials and perspex covering the Solatubes that bring light to the rear rooms of the house.

The area around the house is cleared to stop the approach of fire and a small ‘cave’ is attached to the house as an escape from radiant heat.

Another benefit of being underground, Edd said, is that the house is also sound-proofed, and maintenance is as simple as walking outside and up the hill.

“If people next door have a party, we don’t even know,” he said.

“They say ‘we hope we weren’t too noisy last night’, and we say ‘what?’”

The house has been featured on

“So you have that reaction, like it doesn’t feel like a proper house and then there are one or two people who drive away and try to do something similar.”

The couple document some of their living experience via their Facebook Page, Underground House, Steels Creek, including some odd moments, such as finding a wombat hole on top of their house. I reckon we’d be the only people in Australia with a wombat in the roof,” Edd said.

Alvyn Williams will run a talk on green architecture at Yarra Ranges Regional Museum from noon-1pm on Saturday 2 April.

For more information, visit ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au or call 9294 6313.

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Amanda said that underground houses were “slightly more expensive” to build than regular houses in the beginning and that sites needed to be suited to the project, such as having a slope and a north-facing area for the frontage.

She said the reaction to the house had been mixed, but had inspired others.

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At nine - St John the Baptist at Ferntree Gully. 151880

Those precious lives lost IN 2006 I stood at my brother Peter’s graveside in Ferntree Gully and delivered a eulogy.

Peter was killed on the Wednesday leading up to Easter, 1975. He was 25 and I was 23.

There was a reason, a couple in fact, why we gathered as a family 31 years later to say our ‘goodbyes’.

Easter was always a special time for our family. Apart from the religious aspects, it was a time to be together as a family, and always at mum and dad’s - our family home.

By then our family of seven kids included almost as many brothers and sisters-in-law, and two beautiful grandchildren, including Peter and Vicki’s two-year-old daughter Kelly - so it was always fun, and always a bit chaotic.

Peter was one of 910 people who died on Victoria’s roads that year and although he wasn’t technically an “Easter statistic”, Easter became the ‘anniversary’.

It didn’t really matter whether it fell

in March or April - it was just always the Wednesday before Easter.

My parents, Mick and Mary, got the knock on the door. Poor policeman.

Probably someone they knew, because everyone knew everyone in Ferntree Gully at that time.

I can’t remember. But I know it changed their lives, and all our lives.

“Your son has been killed in a truck accident.”

They would have called it an accident then - not a crash.

He was driving interstate for a transport company and like so many young truckies - married young with a family, he wanted to provide a home and get his own truck.

He drove long hours, because that’s what was demanded.

He fell asleep on an overnight back from Adelaide and crashed in the Pentland Hills near Bacchus Marsh. Not that far from home really.

Now, we have the signs ‘Fatigue kills’ ... ‘Drowsy drivers die’. He would have just been wanting to get

home to Vicki and Kelly, the apple of his eye.

I was working in Melbourne. Two colleagues broke the news - Bob Chalk and Bruce Mainka. I’ve never forgotten their names.

That afternoon was surreal.

Because of the Easter break, Peter’s funeral was the next day. Easter Thursday. You wouldn’t do that now.

I have no memory of it at all, and with no time to process such an enormous loss, it never really felt real. For years, it was like it never really happened.

And that, along with Kelly’s wish to say ‘goodbye’ to the dad she never knew, was one of the reasons for the late eulogy.

Life does go on with all the things that happen - more grandchildren, nieces and nephews, first days at school, weddings, 18ths and 21sts, Christmases, family holidays, and mum and dad’s passing, and, of course, Collingwood grand finals.

Through it all, you never complete-

My 21st, celebrating with mum, dad and little sister Colleen. I love that he has his hand around Col. 151880 ly stop missing that person, wishing they were here to share all the good times, and the bad.

As each milestone is celebrated, you wonder what Peter would have made of it. What would he be like now as a ‘Pa’ to Kelly’s little daughter, Ally.

So, it’s Easter again, and even

though the road toll has been reduced enormously since 1975, there’s every chance that some other average family, just like ours, will get that knock on the door that will change the meaning of Easter forever.

There’s no-one someone won’t miss.

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STAY INFORMED Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne 1210201-KC50-15

Working alarms call WITH the end of daylight savings just over a week away, residents are being reminded to change the batteries on their smoke alarms and ensure they’re working.

Coldstream CFA posted a reminder on its Facebook page last week, reminding residents to change the batteries in their alarm, and to keep them well-maintained and safe, at the end of daylight savings on Sunday 3 April.

The brigade said that smoke alarms should be dusted monthly, replaced every 10 years and that batteries should be replaced at the end of every daylight savings period.

The reminder comes as part of the Change Your Clock, Change Your Smoke Alarm Battery campaign, so that when residents change their clocks, they remember to get new batteries for their smoke alarm.

The CFA’s website said alarms could be dusted with vacuum cleaner attachments, and should be tested once a month - working alarms

should produce four loud beeps when pressed.

“Waiting until the smoke alarm beeps before you change the battery is too late - this indicates that the battery is already flat, and your family is not protected,” the website read.

“Change your smoke alarm battery every year.”

Smoke alarms are used to wake up occupants of houses when smoke fills the air. When hearing an alarm, getting down low under the smoke and crawling to safety is important.

“House fires occur more frequently during the winter months, and making sure you go into winter with a working smoke alarm makes good sense,” the CFA website said.

Residents who are hearing impaired can purchase special smoke alarms that feature a flashing strobe light and a vibrating pad, which can be put under pillows to alert them.

For more information about smoke alarms and fire safety, visit www.cfa. vic.gov.au.

Smoke alarm batteries should be replaced once a year, while alarms should be dusted once a month and replaced every 10 years.

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Girls Boarding School Healesville Full time Hours: Mon – Fri. 7am – 3pm We are seeking a professional chef to organise the smooth operation of our College kitchen and dining room by performing ordering, cooking, food prep, cleaning of kitchen/dining room and supervision of students undertaking hospitality work experience. If you are a well presented team player with a can-do attitude then we would like to hear from you.

Email your resume to executivedirector@worawa.vic.edu.au

KITCHEN ASSISTANT Worawa Aboriginal College invites applications from individuals interested in the role of Kitchen Assistant. This permanent part time position carries out kitchen duties in the management of the Kitchen and Dining Room, Sunday to Friday from 3 - 6.30pm during school term time.

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic person with initiative who will embrace the ethos of the College.

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Back-to-back Tigers

By PETER DOUGLAS and CHRIS ANDERSON WOORI Yallock is celebrating backto-back D.J. Strachan Shield victories in the Yarra Valley Cricket Association after disposing of a brave Healesville on Sunday 20 March.

In what has been another pristine year for the talented Tigers’ line-up, the big-guns helped get the job done on a large, slow and rain-affected oval at Coldstream.

Unfortunately for Healesville, the victory puts end to what would have been a fairytale victory for the Bloods.

The grand final represented the first chance at premiership glory in around 30 years, as well as a fantastic turnaround after coming from the bottom of the ladder in recent seasons.

On a slow track, Healesville batted first and managed to patiently notch up a respectable score of all-out for 143.

However, even after overnight rain on the Saturday, the Tigers’ star batsmen shone on the big stage.

Run machine Dan Mock compiled 43 while Ryan Smith, 50, helped to chase down the runs.

For the Bloods, Dermott Fry gave his all, grabbing 4/43 from 24 overs.

The Tigers passed the target in the 70th over, with seven wickets down, sparking celebrations as the classy outfit claimed their second premiership in as many seasons.

D.J. STRACHAN SHIELD Woori Yallock 7/144 (R. Smith 50, D. Mock 43, D. Fry 4/43, B. Scanlon 2/22) d Healesville 10/143 (S. Wilson 57, A. Violi 26, B. Hayes 4/49, S. Young 3/28).

R.A. FINGER TROPHY Coldstream 10/110 (S. Phillips 39 not out, B Walsh 25, L. Pickett 21, M. Tinley 6/41, G. Sweeten 2/22, R. Prouse 1/24) and 0/8 (L. Pickett 3 not out, H. Bean 1 not out) d Gruyere 10/78 (R. Prouse 14, M. Palma 5/26, D. Whelan 4/17, H. Bean 1/11) and 6/122 dec. (L. Aitken 83 not out, G. Sweeten 16, D. Whelan 5/48, H. Bean 1/30).

C GRADE Yarra Glen 10/199 (T. Davey 56, M. Clare 39, L. Winter-Annette 5/58) d Launching Place 10/143 (C. Hoare 39,

The victorious Woori Yallock team celebrate taking home the shield. 151849 J. Orren 4/40).

D GRADE Coldstream 9/182 (A. Cummins 50, P. McArdle 30, M. Pezzimenti 19, C. Steele 16, S. Bethell 15, L. Long 4/65, N. Dowdell 2/36) d Yarra Junction 9/96 (P. Osbourne 39, C. Long 18, C. Dikschei 4/14, A. Cummins 2/14, P. McArdle 1/6, L. Mitchell 1/12, M. Pezzimenti 1/15).

ONE DAY GRADE Seville 9/167 (R. Pearse 50 not out, O. Kroeger 30 not out, B. Cronkshaw 2/10) d Mount Evelyn 10/150 (J. Mills 41 not out, T. Hancock 34, A. Knight 2/20, A. Bottrell 2/20, M. Hirst 2/22).

UNDER 16 Yarra Glen 9/148 (L. Coulson 41,

L. Evans 29, C. Parker 3/32, D. Vaux 2/24) drew Launching Place/Wandin 2/37 (Yarra Glen declared premier due to higher ladder position).

UNDER 14 Yarra Junction/Hoddles Creek 7/131 (Liam O’Dea 29, Jai Ketelaar 22, Luke Allisey 19, Cooper Holmes 15, Chris Newell 2/19, Blake Olcorn 2/21) d Warburton/Millgrove 10/108 (Angus Nelson 44 not out, Chris Newell 24, Declan O’Dea 2/8, Caleb Hrabe 2/14, Liam O’Dea 2/19).

UNDER 12A Healesville Red 4/81 dec. drew Warburton-Millgrove 4/46 (Warburton-Millgrove declared premier due to higher ladder position).

Ryan Smith (Woori Yallock) just makes it back to the crease as the bails fly. 151849

Star batsman Daniel Mock (Woori Yallock) cracks another boundary.

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Woori Yallock batsman Luke Smith was hungry for runs. 151849

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Medals for young track, field stars

Rex Ryan’s living large

By JAMIE STRUDLEY YARRA Ranges Athletics athletes competed in the Victoran Little Athletics State Track and Field Championships over the weekend, this year held at a blustery Casey Fields in Cranbourne.

A steady start to day one, with many personal bests, finished with an avalanche of medals.

Congratulations to club coaches - Brendan Dixon, Malcolm Duncan, Graeme Woolridge, Jamie Strudley and Susan Taylor - for preparing their athletes to the results they have achieved this season.

The club is sure the athletes, the parents and certainly the club, value your commitment and are thankful for your dedication to the development and support of our athletes.

Results from day one of the championships are: Tayleb Willis U13B Triple Jump 6th 10.81m, 70m Hurdles 1st 12.86, Rickylee Brown U15G Javelin 11th 22.52m, Scarlett Wheeler U9G 1100m Walk 7th 7.32.36, Zane Wheeler U14B 90m Hurdles 15th 15.71, Triple Jump 18th 9.90m, Lorna Reilly U13G High Jump 6th 1.45m, Cody Silvester U10b 1100m Walk 5th 6.20.81, Alicia Di Peitrantonio U10G 1100m Walk 21st 7.46.06,Lee Taylor U15G 1500m Walk 9th 8.31.68, Taylah Tillotson U12G 70m 9th 10.47, Tiara Willis U9G 70m 22nd 12.63, 200m 16th 35.99, Claire Noonan U12G 1500m Walk 4th 8.00.40, Javelin 20th 16.39m, Mia Strudley U12G 1500m Walk 13th 10.11.19, Brayden Woolridge U13B Discus 4th 31.93m, Shot Put 6th 10.75m, Patrick Keating U14B 200m 15th 26.42, Harrison Van DuureU14B 800m 8th 2.15.44,Georgia Laven

Zane Wheeler puts in a powerful effort in the long jump. 151838 U13G 800m 1st 2.18.12, Madeline Laven U11G 800m 1st 2.31.54, Indigo Linde U11G 800m 8th 2.36.91, Kiara Flavel U10G 800m 1st 2.31.73, Chelsea Thompson U14G 200m 2nd 26.82, Olivia Divencentis U12G 200m 6th 30.27m.

Some of the more mature athletes competed in the Victorian Masters Track and Field Championships held at Doncaster.

Saturday results are: Sophie

Todorov W40-44 100m 2nd 14.10, Javelin 2nd 25.28m, Hammer Throw 2nd 27.47m, Kathi Hewitson W40-44 100m 3rd 16.33, Hammer Throw 3rd 22.42m, M40-44 400m Craig Hewitson 4th 58.23.

Tickets are now available for the Little Athletics presentation day on Saturday, 16 April, and the Senior Awards Night on Wednesday, 20 April.

For tickets or enquiries, email

events@yarrarangesathletics.org.au.

Check out the website for more information about the cross country season starting on Saturday, 9 April, and the Special General Meeting this Wednesday night at Morrison Reserve.

For information on how to join or trial, photos, results and updated news, visit yarrarangesathletics.org. au or check out the Facebook page.

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WARBURTON GOLF WEDNESDAY REX Ryan proved his good recent form was no fluke as he was able to amass 37 points to win the day's stableford. His playing partner, Max Carvill, claimed the runner-up prize with 35. The ball rundown went to 33. NTPs went to ‘Senior’ Cross (3rd), and Rex claimed both the 9th and the 17th to round off a most successful day for him.

TWILIGHT In one of his last rounds of golf at Warburton, before his family re-locate to Queensland, young tyro Django Ward amassed a superb 25 points to win the night easily. Three points behind Django, on 22, Stan Slusarek claimed the runner-up title.

Balls went down to 17. NTPs went to Mez (12th), Steve Noonan (13th) and Gary Ward on the 15th, proving that Django is not the only star golfer in the Ward family!

SATURDAY Due to a smaller field competing, there was only one grade awarded. In a stunning performance, Roger Mataele scored a +9 to completely blitz the competition. Showing what good scoring was happening on the day, the ball run-down only extended to +1! NTPs went to Gary Ward (3rd), Kev Conway (9th), A. Patrick (12th) and Geoff Hall (15th).

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7415 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Look down on. 8, Draw. 9, Lo-o-p. 10, Obese. 11, Ru-i-n. 12, Never fear. 16, Star-board. 20, Chip.

22, Usurp (anag). 23, L-ace. 24, Felt. 25, Unaffected Down - 1, Mo-rose. 2, Skipper. 3, Got off. 4, Ang-ela. 5, Under. 7, Rapi-d. 13, (th)e-Va(n). 14, Co-llec-t. 15, Th-ie-f. 17, Tou-can. 18, Rip off. 19, Racket. 21, Put up (rev).

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DOWN 1. Sullen, where the doctor was buoyant (6). 2. He misses the master (7). 3. Was acquitted but didn’t stay on (3,3). 4.

She’s a terrible nag and knocks back the beer (6). 5. The doctor’s out (5). 7. Quick to pair off with the daughter (5).

13. She’s in the van (3). 14. Gather the back room bed has been taken out (7). 15. The fellow I caught is a robber (5).

17. The bird, it’s turned out, is able to (6). 18. Swindle and skedaddle at speed (3,3). 19. Gad about with a big noise (6). 21. Accommodate coming back, too (3,2).

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7415 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Piegeon-hole. 8, Lark. 9, Undo. 10, Vital. 11, Oath. 12, Prevalent. 16, Trumpeter. 20, Zinc. 22, Limit.

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7, Wrath. 13, Emu. 14, Settler. 15, Minor. 17, Remedy.

18, Mature. 19, Estate. 21, Clout.

ACROSS 6. Think little of when you see over (4,4,2). 8. Yank, get out your gun! (4). 9. Cut a hole through, making a ring (4). 10. Fat old boy, see running (5). 11. I dash round and spoil everything (4). 12. Always be brave and you needn’t worry (5,4). 16. Celebrity food is right (9). 20. A flaw in the basket? (4). 22. Start pursuing helter-skelter and seize (5). 23. The material shown in figure one (4). 24. Got the impression it’s soft and a little hairy (4). 25. Immune from, as is natural (10).

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Motoring Sanders was just too good for the field at the opening two rounds of the AORC on the weekend. 151832

Daniel Sanders lays down the power on the KTM 300EXC machine in Queensland on the weekend, taking out both rounds in the AORC series. 151832 Picture: RUSSELL COLVIN

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BY RUSSELL COLVIN THREE Bridges’ Daniel ‘Chucky’ Sanders finally broke through for his first ever overall outright victory in the two opening rounds of the Australian Off-Road Championship (AORC) last weekend at Kilkivan, 224 kilometres north of Brisbane.

Round one on Saturday marked Sanders’s 35th AORC race start in his career, which saw the KTM OffRoad Team young gun claim the outright win beating Lachlan Stanford by 4.197sec in a six-lap sprint style format race.

In testing conditions - a rough and rocky track and having to battle against the 35-plus degree heat Sanders, who finished fourth in last year’s outright championship said it was definitely a tough day.

“I knew that it was going to be the same sorts of tracks as last year,

got the nod by .999sec.

Not only was Sanders victorious in the outright class, but he took the spoils the E3 category (300cc500cc) as well.

“It’s a great feeling to be able to come here this weekend and walk away with two outright round wins,” Sanders told the Upper Yarra Mail straight after the race.

“All the hard work and training during the off-season is paying off.

I can’t thank my team enough for supplying me with the best KTM 300EXC to go out there and race with. It’s a team effort, so this is their victory as much as it is mine.”

Sanders explained that the first two rounds last weekend had given him a big “confidence booster” heading into round three and four, which will take place at Portland in NSW on 9-10 April.

so I knew what to expect,” said Sanders who finished with a total time of 46min00.731sec.

“To get my first outright win done and dusted has been a goal of mine which I wanted to do this season. This a real big confidence booster leading into tomorrow.”

The 21-year-old kept his winning performance going into the second round on Sunday, also another sprint style race. However he started off a bit slow in the first few sprints after trying to find the correct lines and get into a rhythm.

It wasn’t until the fifth run that Sanders finally took command of the pack, taking the lead away from New South Wales’ Josh Green, the early pace setter.

Green threw everything he had at Sanders in the last sprint, but it wasn’t quite enough, and Sanders

While Sanders may have snared the opening two rounds, he knows he has a long 2016 season ahead of him with another 10 rounds to go, and he says he still has to keep training to be at the peak of his game.

“It’s a nice feeling to win, but we still have to keep pushing as hard as possible and readjust our goals during the course of the year,” he said.

“I’ll keep training as hard as I can when I get back home and look towards the next two rounds at the beginning of April and we’ll see what we can do there.

“This championship looks like it could be one of the hardest yet I dare say.”

The top 5 Outright Championship line up after two rounds is Daniel Sanders (50); Josh Green (42); Lachlan Standford (42); Tye Simmonds (34) and Beau Ralston (33).

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