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Her 100 years of life in Wandin FRIENDS, family and well-wishers gathered at the Gruyere Hall on Sunday, 24 July, to congratulate the Yarra Valley’s latest centenarian, Moira Burgi. Ms Burgi turned 100 years old on Monday, 25 July, and more than 100 people gathered to celebrate the occasion at the hall, which had been decorated with pieces of family history. On a table at the party were photocopies of letters congratulating Ms Burgi from Queen Elizabeth, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, GovernorGeneral Sir Peter Cosgrove, Victorian Governor Linda Dessau and Evelyn MP Christine Fyffe. When asked how she felt about her 100th birthday, Ms Burgi said it felt like “it’s happening to somebody else�. “I’ve lived in this area all my life - I live in the same house I ever lived in,� she said. “My grandparents were the first people in Wandin and they brought my father with them - so he and I have seen the whole of Wandin. It’s changed from the forest ... to what you see here today.

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HOMELESSNESS in the Yarra Ranges will be at the forefront during a week-long series of events put on by charities next month, culminating in a public sleep-out in Lilydale.

From Friday 29 July to Sunday 7 August, Holy Fools will run the Yarra Ranges Homeless Winter Sleepout in Lilydale’s Melba Park.

The event is an extension of the annual sleepout that former mayor Tim Heenan takes part in every year, to highlight homelessness in the Yarra Ranges.

Mr Heenan will be sleeping in a cardboard box throughout the week, which coincides with national Homelessness Week, and events will be run each day at the David Wilkinson Pavilion nearby with a public sleepout scheduled for Saturday 6 August.

Holy Fools CEO Neal Taylor said the public sleepout area would be fenced off, with portable toilets, tea and coffee and volunteers onhand to talk about homelessness and related issues in the area. “It’s not even close to the reality of being homeless, but we want ... just to encourage people to feel the severity of what it would feel like to sleep in the cold, give up their bed for the night,� he said.

The week will be officially launched from 11am on Monday 1 August at the pavilion, with Mr Taylor, Mr Heenan, Anchor CEO Heidi Tucker and youth advocate Laura Johns speaking and lunch provided by Tasty Az. The issue of homelessness will be further highlighted in Awareness Walks on Tuesday 2 August at 2.30pm and Saturday 6 August at noon,

where a group will walk around Lilydale, pointing out areas that people on the streets use for shelter. “It’ll surprise a lot of people ... I think people will be quite surprised at some of the places people have chosen to sleep, just for their own safety,� Mr Taylor said.

He said that Mr Heenan’s annual sleepout usually drew a number of people who were experiencing homelessness, because of the safety of being around other people.

Each weeknight from 5pm, the Yarra Ranges Housing Action Group will hold Fireside Talks, discussing about family issues and homelessness with someone related to each topic.

Though this year marks the eighth annual sleepout, Mr Taylor said homelessness remained largely “hidden�, due to the size of the Yarra Ranges and the many places people sought for shelter away from main streets.

Mr Taylor said he was hoping to organise a Pet Care Day as part of the week on Friday 5 August, where a vet would be able to run checkups on animals owned by people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.

He encouraged anyone interested in the public sleepout to come to Melba Park from 6pm on Saturday 6 August, bringing tents, cardboard, or “whatever they need to survive�.

Participation in the public sleepout is a $5 donation, which will fund Holy Fools’ projects, such as their weekly Street Angels lunch at the park in Lilydale and in Yarra Junction.

For more information, visit www.holyfools.org.au/ yrwsleepout, or www.facebook.com/homelessintheYV.

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O’Callaghan lands tourism role

By PETER DOUGLAS THE Yarra Ranges Tourism board has placed its faith in Simon O’Callaghan to help lead the region’s tourism forward.

The coming years are important for the board, as it seeks to help operators transition to an expected Chinese tourist boom.

A chief operating officer at Yarra Ranges Tourism since 2013, Mr O’Callaghan takes on the role in a full-time capacity, as a replacement for Julie Sampson who has worked as the

part-time chief executive for the past three years.

Ms Sampson will still be involved with the organisation on a project basis.

Mr O’Callaghan said it was an exciting time for Yarra Ranges Tourism, as they sought to help facilitate an expected increase of Chinese tourists.

“The tourism market is transitioning before our very eyes, right now,” he said.

“Traditionally, the Yarra Ranges is not used to the Chinese tourist.

“They have a different set of needs, so we need to make sure we’re equipped to give them a great experience.”

Mr O’Callaghan said there was much potential, due to the great tourism products on offer.

“We also have first-generation Melburnians, who have come here for the good education but are seeking a great experience on the weekend,” he said.

“We’re seeing a real cultural shift, especially given our close proximity to Melbourne.”

Mr O’Callaghan said one of the first

duties of the board would be a threeyear strategic plan, which he hoped would help further boost regional tourism.

“The Yarra Ranges does very well on the weekends, but mid-week visitation is an issue we want to address,” he said.

The chair of Yarra Ranges Tourism, Mark Lucas, announced the appointment on Wednesday 20 July.

Mr Lucas said the board decided now was the time for a fulltime chief executive and undertook

an extensive search.

“Simon was chosen following a competitive selection process from a strong field of candidates,” he said.

“His experience in tourism, marketing, digital and governance activities - his energy and collaborative leadership style along with his commitment to and support for the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges over many years all contributed to his appointment.”

Mr Lucas thanked outgoing chief executive Julie Sampson for her tireless work.

Festive take on multiculture

By PETER DOUGLAS

STUDENTS at Belgrave Heights Christian School enjoyed a special treat on Wednesday, 20 July, with renowned author/artist Graeme Base dropping in to visit. Base is the creator of ‘Animalia’, an incredibly detailed picture book which has sold over three million copies and is about to celebrate its 30th anniversary. During the visit, staff volunteered their time to provide voices for some of the ‘Animalia’ characters, as part of the brand new ‘Animalia’ education suite, with student Spencer Dam fulfilling duties as narrator. Base also attended a whole school assembly, where he presented the school with a limited edition, signed print of the ‘Lazy Lions’. Pictured, from left, are Ann Ridder (Head of Art), Warren Smith (Base Factory), Graeme Base, Andy Callow (Principal) and Jono Callow (Base Factory).

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COCKATOO’S bid for a premier festival within the township has taken a major step forward, thanks to $5000 funding secured from Cardinia Shire Council.

The Cockatoo Neighbourhood House has been successful in seeking support for plans to establish a significant multicultural festival, with the inaugural event due to kick off this year on Saturday 12 November.

The festival will feature a host of performances, including music and dance, as well as fun children’s activities.

Cockatoo Neighbourhood House coordinator, Hanny Schoen, who is of Dutch origin, believes the festival could turn into something special for the community.

“You don’t see too many other cultures in Cockatoo, so some don’t get to learn about others’ culture,” she said.

“We want the festival to be informative, yet enjoyable for those who attend.

“So they can get to know the differences in culture; so they can work together and understand one another.”

Ms Schoen said the town desperately needed a quality event and believed a multicultural festival would help to fill the void.

“I hope this will one day become the main festival for Cockatoo, and one that would be held annually,” she said.

“It would be great to see a big community event for the town.”

A meeting is set to be held shortly, which will include members of the Cockatoo Township Committee, during which an organising sub-committee is expected to be formed.

Ms Schoen said organisers still required significant backing and support from the community, particularly anyone who could volunteer at the event.

They are also seeking input, such as ideas for entertainment, stands/stalls, food and any other activities.

All multicultural residents are encouraged to become involved.

To register your interest as a volunteer, contact the Cockatoo Neighbourhood House on 5968 9031.

For more details on the neighbourhood house, visit cockatooneighbourhoodhouse. org.au or email cnhouse@iinet.net.au.

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Pokemon hunting fun YARRA Ranges Pokemon hunters are flocking to Lillydale Lake to catch ’em all, with the popular Pokemon Go app taking off in the area.

The lake has been a hot spot for Pokemon hunters since the app launched earlier in the month, with the rare Pokemon Dratini spotted a number of times in the area.

The app uses geo-location data on phones, with the player having to move around in the real world to move their game counterpart - Pokemon appear in different areas as the player explores, and can be caught and trained as the player gathers more of the monsters and encounters other players at ‘gyms’.

The type of Pokemon that can be caught changes with different areas.

Pokestops, locations where players can stock up on items, are placed at various landmarks, with several scattered around the lake park.

The Mail sent photographer Greg Carrick to the lake on 16 July, to capture some of the hunt.

Travis (Caroline Springs), Renan (Glen Waverley), James (Mulgrave) and Jacqueline (Narre Warren) grouped together to catch Pokemon. 156873

Alexzander, 11, of Kilsyth was building his collection of Pokemon and used his bike to get around Lilydale Lake quickly. 156873

In brief Parakeets stolen POLICE are hunting for a thief who made off with four valuable parakeets from a Monbulk property earlier this month and are calling for witnesses to come forward.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant Adrian Berardi said the parakeets were stolen from a property on Monbulk Road in Monbulk overnight between Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July.

He said an aviary was broken into and the four birds - two males and two females, worth $2000 in total – were stolen.

Sgt Berardi said the birds were “fairly distinctive” with the males bearing a black ring around their necks.

He urged anyone who may have seen any suspicious behaviour to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to file a confidential crime report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Tools taken A BELGRAVE South shop owner is reeling from the loss of $4000 worth of tools after a burglary earlier this month, and police are asking for public assistance to find the culprit.

Between 3.30am and 4.30am on Saturday 16 July, a hardware shop on Belgrave-Hallam Road in Belgrave South was broken into.

Chainsaws and power tools were among the items stolen and police are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to file a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Dogs Bella and Roxy get a lake walk as Liam and Tannah of Mount Evelyn hunt Pokemon. 156873

Aaron, Meaghan and Jared of Mooroolbark were having success. 156873

Sheridan Skye of Croydon Hills painted a Raichu on her face to get into the hunt. 156873

Melissa from Boronia looks on as her daughter Jay, 8, makes a new friend of Caoilainn, 11, of Lilydale.

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Adele of Bayswater and Laura Johns, Youth Advocate from Boronia, find a Psyduck. 156873

Kasun DeSilva and Darcy Grasby from Bayswater walked around Lillydale Lake playing the Pokemon theme song on a Boombox. 156873 Pictures: GREG CARRICK

Nothing taken in raid POLICE are searching for a would-be burglar who searched through an Upwey property earlier this month.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant Adrian Berardi said a burglar forced their way into a commercial property in the main street sometime between 10pm on Saturday 16 July and 7.30am the following day.

The next day the business owner found that while the premises had been searched, no items had been stolen.

Anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity around the area is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to file a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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Time to heal the rifts The state of

affairs James Merlino MP Member for Monbulk

LIVING in the Dandenongs, we live with the threat of bushfires and we rely on the CFA to keep us safe.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of local communities like ours in the hills, and that will never change.

As the local member and Emergency Services Minister, I want to address portrayals in the media that give the impression that our fire services are divided.

There will always be legitimate differences of opinion about the future of emergency services - as a

government, we accept this.

However, talk of ‘war’ and of ‘conflict’ is divisive, dangerous, and just plain wrong.

I know it is wrong because it ignores what happens on the frontline in responding to emergencies each and every day - where we see both career and volunteer members working side by side to save lives.

My focus as Minister, and the focus of the Victorian Government, is on strengthening our fire and emergency services to keep our communities safe.

Since becoming Emergency Services Minister, I have been travelling around the state, meeting career and volunteer fire-fighters.

There is one thing every firefighter I’ve met has in common they all want this bitter dispute to end.

There have been many lies told about the new CFA agreement, and

these lies are causing unnecessary concern.

Under the agreement, CFA volunteer fire stations will continue operating as they always have - with their own independence, their own special connections to the community, and their own unique knowledge of their local area.

The agreement will specifically state that “the role of volunteers in fighting bushfires and maintaining community safety and delivering high quality services to the public in remote and regional areas and in integrated stations, is not altered by this agreement”.

To suggest it will destroy the CFA is irresponsible and fear mongering at its worst.

Likewise, there is no veto power in this agreement.

The other myth being peddled is that volunteer fire-fighters will be forced to stand around watching a

fire burn while they wait for career fire-fighters to arrive.

This is rubbish.

Fire-fighters first on the ground will tackle the fire immediately.

The need to dispatch seven firefighters to a fire ground only applies to 34 integrated stations in highly populated areas, like Frankston and Geelong.

This won’t apply to the other 1200 CFA stations around our state - that’s 97 per cent of them.

We’ve created a website with facts and updates about the agreement so we can dispel the lies and misinformation - www.yourcfainfo. vic.gov.au I promise you that by the time the next fire season rolls around, this long-running dispute will be behind us, and the CFA and its dedicated volunteers will be stronger than ever before.

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THESE grandmothers are fed up and they’re seeking to create change.

Although only in their fourth month since formation, the La Trobe chapter of Grandmothers against Detention of Refugee Children (GADRC) is seeking to effect great change within the political landscape.

Already with 100 members on their mailing list, and with many of those active within the group, the GADRC are making inroads into some lofty ambitions.

First on their agenda is a 2000-signature petition which they

will soon present to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tony Smith, as well as members of the Lower House.

The petition asks the government to re-consider its policies with respect to refugee and asylum-seeker children.

Member Virginia Schneiders said she has been thrilled with the enthusiasm of the group.

“I’ve been really surprised at how well it’s gone, we’ve hit the ground running and members are really passionate about this issue,” she said.

“Our prime goal is to change policy and inform the public.

“We’re finding many people are ill-informed and we hope to do something about it.

“We’ll send off this petition soon to the Lower House, with the Upper House to follow soon after.”

Ms Schneiders paid tribute to the Emerald Community House, with their assistance proving vital in helping to establish the group.

She said it had helped them to get on their feet and be pro-active within the community.

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Curtis down but not out

By PETER DOUGLAS WHILE it may feel like an eternity since polling day, the race for La Trobe 2016 has been run and won.

Labor candidate Simon Curtis officially conceded on Monday, 18 July, and congratulated incumbent MP Jason Wood on his victory, as well as all candidates who ran in the 2016 federal election.

Although not gaining La Trobe, Mr Curtis has made significant inroads into the seat and turned La Trobe into a truly marginal electorate.

On a two-candidate basis, Mr Curtis gained a swing of 2.51 per cent for Labor on the previous election and picked up 48.50 per cent of the vote.

Mr Curtis said he was proud of all who helped his campaign and was pleased by what they had achieved.

Post-election, he has begun teaching again in a part-time capacity with his previous employer, Beaconhills College in Pakenham, with a view to returning there full-time next year.

However, he said his political journey was not over.

“I’m enjoying teaching again at the moment, I’ve always loved that,” he said.

“But I will continue to be active in the political space, as you would expect.

“It’s disappointing not to win, but we can certainly be proud of our efforts.

“This was a campaign run by local people, for local people.”

Mr Curtis said he would be closely monitoring the Turnbull Government and Mr Wood, with the latter making numerous tourism-related election promises.

“They’ve certainly made a lot of promises and we’ll be looking closely at that,” he said.

“We’ll be also watching with great interest about the changes to the medical system - certainly the writing is on the wall - whether you call it privatisation or a death by 1000 cuts.”

Mr Curtis said he’d also observe the progress of the proposed plebiscite on same-sex marriage.

Meanwhile, on his Facebook page, Mr Wood thanked his rival.

“Thankyou to Simon Curtis, the ALP candidate who rang today to congratulate me,” he said.

“I personally wish him the best in his future as an educator, and I thank him for running what was a decent campaign.”

Although La Trobe continues its long run of Liberal victories, the minor parties enjoyed a strong showing in 2016, with most making up ground on their 2013 showing.

Perhaps the surprise packet came from Julieanne Lynette Doidge of Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party, who gained 3896 votes, or 4.23 per cent of the first preference count.

Leah Folloni from the Animal Justice Party also made a significant impact for the minors, gaining 2650 votes, or 2.88 per cent of the first preference count.

Jeffrey Bartram from the Family First Party also fared well, gaining 2.45 per cent.

Martin Leahy of the Sex Party picked up 2.26 per cent, which was a 0.53 per cent increase on the party’s previous performance.

Ms Folloni said she had expected the minor parties to do well.

“I’m not surprised by how well we

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Labor candidate for La Trobe Simon Curtis. 155185 Picture: VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS did, we feel like there are many who are disillusioned with the major parties,” she said.

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Call forensics HAVING read (La Trobe MP) Jason Wood’s analysis of the poor election showing of the Liberal Party in the ‘Mail’ (‘Our campaign stupid: Wood’; 12 July), I question his capacity for forensic analysis, so essential in his previous employment as a detective.

Sure, the Liberals' campaign was stupid compared with the carefully crafted, policy focused campaign followed by (Labor leader, Bill) Shorten and Labor.

Turnbull’s chopping and changing over an increase in the GST, negative gearing and state income taxation inspired no electoral confidence.

Abbott’s excruciatingly embarrassing Prime Ministership post 2013 was never forgotten by the electorate, especially as Prime Minister Turnbull failed to fully repudiate Abbott’s policies.

Antics of Liberals in high office, such as Bronwyn Bishop and Jamie Briggs, and the shameful incarceration of refugees on Manus and Nauru, added to the perception they were unworthy of government.

Now, as to Jason Wood’s claim that Labor’s ‘Mediscare’ campaign frightened votes away from the Coalition, Jason should examine the following: * The AEC had not even finalised the House of Representatives results before members of the AMA began campaigning for a revisit of patient co-payments for doctor’s visits. Any additional cost to patients for doctor’s visits is privatised Medicare by stealth - the very focus of Labor’s campaign; * Past Liberal campaigns are littered with lies such as ‘children overboard’ and ‘Iraqi weapons of mass destruction’; * The Coalition’s support for the big polluters of the fossil fuel industries and throttling of funding for renewables was not ignored by the electorate; Jason Wood, instead of calling for ‘union bashing and law and order campaigns’, you would be better advised to counsel the new Liberal Government to avoid further three-word slogans and to focus upon the families and their concerns.

Roger Willsher, The Patch.

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Great sense of achievement

By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS A COUPLE from Monbulk who have roughly 40 years of environmental volunteering between them are encouraging more people to get involved in local groups.

Bill and Jan Incoll have worked over many years to improve their local environments and say they would love to see more people get out and lend a hand.

The Incolls said that the groups they have worked in have seen a declined in members over the years they have been volunteering.

“There are many volunteer groups around the Dandenong Ranges who all have the same problem,” Mr Incoll said.

Bill Incoll started his work as an environmental volunteer in 1993 as a founding member of the Friends of Ferny Creek.

Since then he has been involved in many more groups that have made vast improvements in restoring the native vegetation of the Dandenong Ranges.

Jan Incoll has been a member of the 58-year-old Sherbrooke Lyrebird Study Group, the oldest continuous friends group in Victoria, for 17 years.

Both Bill and Jan said there are many benefits to volunteering that go beyond helping to improve the environment for the native wildlife.

They say the social and learning aspects of volunteering are just as important as the work that gets done.

“We need committed people and people who are happy to lean, and you will learn a lot,” Mrs Incoll said.

“There are three streams of volunteering - work, education and social.

“It’s not just working for five hours and that’s it, there is a balance of those three streams,” she said.

Bill and Jan Incoll say it's fun to be involved.

Bill Incoll likened the friends groups he has worked with to that of “an outdoor men’s shed”.

“Most people enjoy the social contact and that’s the major benefit you get,” he said.

“You are in a group working together to achieve a thing you all think is useful and when you work all afternoon and look back at what you have done you feel a great sense of achievement.”

The Incolls said the environmental

volunteer groups in the Dandenong Ranges need more people to get involved to maintain the great results they have achieved.

“We want to keep people involved and give them something they would like to do so they keep coming back

because they like it and because they are involved,” Mr Incoll said.

To find out how to get involved with Bill and Jan Incoll and their work, email bincoll@melbpc.oeg.au or find more volunteer groups by visiting parkweb.vic.gov.au/get-involved.

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When taxes won’t just go away YOU haven’t put in a tax return for a year or two ... maybe even four or five!

You’re probably the ‘only’ person in Australia who hasn’t, and, after all, the tax man is pretty busy.

He’ll probably never even notice!

You don’t even want to think about the massive interest and penalties.

So, the best thing you can do is keep a low profile and put it off for another year!

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As the principal of Michelle Labahn and Associates in Healesville, Ms Labahn is a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), and a member of the National Tax and Accountants Association (NTAA).

Ms Labahn has good news; and good advice for tax procrastinators.

First: You are not alone.

“It happens to more people than you think,” she said.

Second: It’s never too late. Even with missing group certificates and other documents, it can be sorted “quickly, easily and painlessly”.

Third: Penalties, if any, are usually minimal.

“High penalties and interest are a bit of a myth,” Ms Labahn said.

“They usually work out to be very minimal and, if the person is a wage and salary earner, often there is a refund.

Don’t put off your tax return any longer. 157155 “If paperwork is incomplete, you can apply for a copy of your group certificate from previous employers, or from Centrelink, or you can do a statutory declaration.”

For parents on certain Centrelink payments, however, it is critical that a tax return is done every year.

Ms Labahn said; “As soon as someone goes one year (without putting in a return), they are in trouble. If they are on a child payment from Centrelink, they will be asked to repay any money they have received.”

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“Most people who are in that situation really worry about it,” Ms Labahn said.

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The show first hit television screens in 1992 and celebrated its 20th anniversary with special episodes in 2012.

This includes pre-show champagne at 6.30pm and the movie premiere at 7pm.

This will be followed by a fabulous cocktail party, which will include strawberry daiquiris, lemon/ lime margaritas, cosmopolitans, canapes, nibbles and finger food (prepared by George’s Gourmet Food Store).

There is also a chance for guests to win a Croydon Cinemas Gold Pass, which gives you free movies for a year and is valued at $5000.

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Locally-based, well-trained, ready to go AFTER more than seven years servicing the Dandenong Ranges and greater Melbourne, it’s no surprise the team at Cut and Catch Tree Services is the first on many people’s minds when they need any type of tree removal.

The locally-based business has specialised technicians who are fully trained in all aspects of large and dangerous trees.

Owner Matt has worked in the industry for 14 years and prides himself on excellent customer service.

“Our business is growing because our customers are satisfied - they know they can depend on our professional team to handle a wide range of services,” he said.

“Our experts serve both individual home-owners and businesses.

“We’re prompt, reliable and experts at what we do.”

There is no job too big or too small - and Matt and his team are equipped to enter the most difficult-to-reach spots to ensure they get the job done.

Matt has worked in the area for a long time and while the business is based in Emerald,

his team travels throughout the Yarra Ranges.

The team at Cut and Catch has spent many nights out in the storms, helping local families clean up after wild winds some days spending 20 hours a day on the job.

“We have 24-hour emergency call-out services and can help with any type of tree removal,” Matt said.

“This includes pruning and bracing, mulching and stumpgrinding.”

Cut and Catch is a small local company with friendly staff, a qualified arborist and is OHS compliant.

Meanwhile, the business now has timber slabs available for sale.

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By KATH GANNAWAY Ingredients 500g minced lean beef or lamb 4 medium size eggplants 2 cans chopped tomatoes 1/2 small red capsicum, diced 1 red onion, diced 6 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves chopped 2 tsp tomato paste 1 glass of red wine 1 tsp dried, or 3tbs fresh, chopped, oregano 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp garam masala Salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Bechamel sauce 80g butter 80g plain white flour 600ml full cream milk 50g grated parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp nutmeg.

Saute garlic, onion and capsicum in 2tbs of olive oil until soft.

Add mince to the onion/garlic mix and stir until the mince is browned.

Add the wine, tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano and cumin and simmer uncovered for an hour. Stir to ensure even cooking. Season to taste.

Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees.

Slice eggplants into 1cm slices and sprinkle both sides with salt. Leave for 20 minutes, wash salt off and pat dry with paper towel.

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Our gardens lift the spirits

By KATH GANNAWAY WINTER is a great time for Scrabble and DVDs, but enough is enough ... sometimes you just have to break out, recharge your batteries and go visit a garden ... or two.

From the Dandenong Ranges through to the Yarra Valley and up to Marysville, there are some truly beautiful winter gardens to lift the spirits.

Apart from the winter flowers that abound in a number of gardens, it’s a great time to appreciate the sculptural beauty of the tree trunks and branches left bare of their leaves, and the ferns and mosses that are at their most vibrant at this time of year.

Here are some suggestions for public and private gardens.

Among the Dandenong Ranges is the George Tindale Memorial Gardens in Sherbrooke. The gardens offer something new each season but the flowering Hellebores are especially beautiful.

The Alfred Nicholas Gardens, also in Sherbrooke, and Pirianda Gardens and the National Rhododendron Gardens in Olinda feature wonderful fern gullies and, with sealed pathways, are suitable for all ages.

Keeping to the Dandenongs, The Ferny Creek Horitcultural Society will hold their Spring Show on September 3 and 4 at 100 Hilton Road, Sassafras featuring daffodils, camellias and early spring bulbs and perennials.

For more traditional sculpture, you might like to do a round trip and visit two amazing sculpture gardens - William Ricketts Sanctuary on Mount Dandenong and Bruno’s Sculpture Garden in Marysville.

Each of these gardens feature stunning sculptures in amazing garden settings.

In Yarra Glen, Alowyn Gardens is open again after a short winter break.

A private garden set on four acres, it is a showcase garden featuring small spaces and large expanses, all with interesting elements to them. It’s a wonderful garden for a winter escape with a cafe and nursery, among its many attractions.

So ... hibernation over; time to rug up, grab the umbrella ... perhaps pack a thermos of soup, and rediscover the beauty of the region’s gardens.

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Red Maple Drive CRANBOURNE Melway 133 B6

Lucinda Lane CRANBOURNE NORTH Melway 131 A8

Stoneleigh Road CRANBOURNE NORTH Melway 130 K11

Clovelly Way OFFICER Melway 214 E2

Contact: 1300 773 643 or 8768 3600 www.premierbuilders.com.au 1236030-CB30-16

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MELBOURNE’S ESTATE AGENT

3 Kia Ora Parade Ferntree Gully Renovated Classic Cottage Love of classic cottages continues at this inviting residence with leafy mountain views.

Recently updated throughout, this 3 bedroom home is ideally located minutes from local shops and restaurants, yet remains nestled on a quiet and friendly street near the edge of the National Park. Traditional features such as leadlight windows and ornate cornicing meld seamlessly with contemporary updates featured in the renovated kitchen and modern family bath.

Additional highlights include main bedroom WIR, vaulted ceilings, ducted heating, wood fire, and under-house storage.

The generous yard offers ample caravan parking, large garden shed, and space to build a generous deck to capture the vista views.

A classic never goes out of style. Add your touch to this forever home today.

- Classic cottage - Close to local shops and restaurants - 3 bedrooms - Renovated throughout - Open plan kitchen - Room to add a deck to capture mountain views General Features •฀Property฀Type:฀ House •฀Bedrooms:฀฀ 3 •฀Bathrooms:฀฀ 1 •฀Land฀Size:฀฀ 1014฀m²฀(approx)

14-16 Judkins Avenue Belgrave Double the Wow Factor Exceed฀your฀expectations฀at฀this฀exciting฀residence฀with฀twice฀ the features of regular homes. Double living areas, double ensuite bedrooms, double garage, double carport; the features will impress.

The฀expansive฀main฀loor฀offers฀a฀large฀lounge฀with฀vaulted฀ ceilings, wood fire, and red gum bar adjoining the outdoor entertaining area perfect for family get-togethers. Restful nights in are welcome in the second sitting room with French doors and garden views, and the sprawling dining and kitchen with dual wall ovens will host the grandest of dinner parties.

A฀luxurious฀parent’s฀retreat฀main฀bedroom฀with฀WIR฀and฀dual฀ sink ensuite, plus 2 further bedrooms, including an ensuite room ideal for guests, are the perfect space to grow into as a family.

Add to this 2 upstairs bedrooms with private bath and this home฀boasts฀a฀total฀of฀5฀bedrooms,฀4฀baths,฀2฀living฀areas,฀ large฀kitchen,฀and฀generous฀dining,฀all฀surrounded฀by฀2,049฀sq฀ m฀approx.฀of฀landscaped฀gardens.฀ This outstanding family home close to schools, shops, and a short฀stroll฀to฀Belgrave฀Lake฀Park฀is฀a฀unique฀opportunity฀to฀ truly have it all. Plan your inspection today.

- Meticulous family home -฀Beautiful฀surrounds฀close฀to฀Belgrave฀Lake฀Park -฀2,049฀sq฀m฀approx.฀ - 5 bedrooms - 2 living areas - Double garage + double carport General Features •฀Property฀Type:฀ House •฀Bedrooms:฀฀ 5 •฀Bathrooms:฀ 4 •฀$760,000฀-฀$830,000

1561 Burwood Hwy, Tecoma

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351 Lysterield Road Lysterield

Expressions of Interest

Warburton

$690,000 plus

RARE 20 ACRE LIFESTYLE PROPERTY WITH SECONDARY HOME

Warburton’s Iconic ‘The Cabaret’

Rare opportunity to purchase a truly unique and wonderful property in the much sought after Monbulk Creek Valley.

The property includes two dwellings, main of 32 squares solid brick on concrete slab, four large bedrooms, master ensuite, two bathrooms, one powder room/toilet, huge tiled kitchen/living area, dining and lounge room, large laundry, all bedrooms with built in robes plus extra storage cupboards in hallway.

This iconic Warburton landmark dating back to the early 1900s and still fondly called ‘The Cabaret’ is ready and waiting for the next phase in this classic buildings life. Prominently positioned the character and charm of the building personiies Warburton’s country ambience and with the Yarra River, walking trail and golf course as your back drop. Long held with the same ownership for over 35 years, now is your chance to make your mark in this picturesque town and capitalise on the tourist activity.

Contact: David Carroll 0419 539 320

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

20 Marne Road Mount Evelyn

$490,000 Plus

1842 Warburton Hwy Woori Yallock

Auction Sat 6th Aug@10:30am

CHARACTER & CHARM IN A TRANQUIL LOCATION!

Yarra Valley - Restaurant and home on 2 acres

Walking through the front door we have a good size family lounge plus dining zone which then lows through to the original kitchen. Making your way down the hallway we have three good size bedrooms all featuring BIRs plus the original main bathroom with a separate WC & good size laundry. Add to this the spacious master bedroom which includes a full ensuite and WIR. At the rear of the property we have a huge timber deck and an expansive rear yard provides plenty of space for the kids to play or room for family pets to run around.

$900,000 Plus buyers. Recently renovated and itted out restaurant. Well over 2 acres (9251 sqm) of land with over 60 car parks. Modern 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Great exposure with Warburton Highway Frontage. This combination of features offers a rare opportunity for someone looking to establish a hospitality business such as restaurant/cafe, cellar door or other retail/tourist pursuit.

Contact: Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 Inspection: Thurs 4:00-4:30pm & Sat 10:00-10:30am (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Jarrod Peterson 0409 408 544

Commercial Shop Opportunities for Lease Thinking of opening your own business?

We have the perfect retail location!

1/3 Fernwood Avenue Ringwood East

$550,000 Plus

Superbly Situated and Low Maintenance!

This charming 3 bedroom home is spacious both inside and out and is perfect for those seeking a superior, low maintenance lifestyle in a great location. The recently renovated home features a renovated kitchen overlooking the dining and outdoor entertaining area. The home boasts polished timber loorboards, quality carpets, and a versatile loor plan with an abundance of natural light. The property compromises three generous bedrooms, wonderful family bathroom, single carport, split system cooling, gas heating and a great outdoor entertaining area.

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

Warburton $329 PW 3459A Warburton Hwy. Double fronted shop, main street location, with 2 bedroom residence at rear. Current operating as a hairdresser and retail shop - the options are endless.

Warburton $350 PW 2/3379 Warburton Hwy. This well sized shop has been trading as takeaway/milkbar for many years and is now available for lease. Offers well sized shop front and commercial kitchen.

Warburton $320 PW 3401 Warburton Hwy. Art Deco shop, busy main street location attracting locals and tourists, perfect position for your business. Comprising 2 rooms plus kitchenette.

$220 PW Woori Yallock $180 PW 3/1385 Healesville Kooweerup Rd 1/3379 Warburton Hwy. Make the most of this rare Quaint shop approx. 56sqm, when opportunity, great location, suited for retail venture, consists of shop space of 95sqm. Endless shop front with large front window. possibilities

Yarra Junction From $395 PW 3 Little Yarra Road.

Offering 2 large rooms, storage, amenities and endless opportunities such as Café, Restaurant, Fitness centre, Church, Consulting Suites (STCA)

Warburton

1 Bell Street Montrose

$550,000 Plus

A Corner Paradise This impressive 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home is set in a quiet and central location of Montrose. Features include cosy ducted heating throughout, split system cooling, kitchen with gas cooking, polished timber loor boards, master bedroom with ensuite and WIR, 2 further bedrooms with built in robes, main family bathroom, separate formal dining area and main central living area. Stepping outside you will ind a large double shed, a garden/tool shed, fruit trees and native plants, an above-ground swimming pool and multiple outdoor areas to sit outside and relax.

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

bellrealestate. com.au

For more information contact our Property Management department on 5964 2277

8761 0688

896 Mt Dandenong Rd, Montrose

5964 2277 569 Warburton Hwy, Seville

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1480 Burwood Highway Upwey

$470,000 Plus

22 Clifford Grove Tecoma

$580,000 Plus

POSITION AND POTENTIAL ON HALF AN ACRE (APPX)!

HUGE FAMILY HOME, PRIME LOCATION

With a HUGE Burwood Hwy frontage, this large family home on a usable block has loads of potential for renovators & developers alike (STCA). Offering 3 beds, 2 bath, open loor plan, multiple living zones, outdoor entertaining area, plenty of storage, ‘pool room’ & large carport. Other feat inc timber loors, wood heater & gas heating. Limitless potential to turn this property into a valuable asset.

Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

This huge home offers plenty of space for the entire family. Upstairs features 4 beds, open plan living, lovely big kitchen & fantastic rear deck, whilst down stairs is a multipurpose room & lge laundry. Mod cons include GDH, wood heater, evap cooling & solar panels plus a solar in ground pool & secure yard. All this only mins to Tecoma Main Street cafes, shops & schools.

Contact: Rebecca Halit 0429 888 367 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

174 Belgrave Hallam Road Belgrave South

50 Old Belgrave Road Upper Ferntree Gully

$790,000 Plus

$595,000 Plus

VERSATILE LIFESTYLE PROPERTY

CHARACTER, CLASS & CONVENIENCE ON AN AMAZING BLOCK

This spectacular family residence sits on approx. 5306 sqm of fully useable land. Features inc. circular drive, multi purpose space with S/S heat & cool, single garage & CP. Inside are multiple living areas, OFP & Coonara style wood heater, updated kitchen with S/S apps + 4 beds & 3 baths. Outside is a fully fenced paved entertaining area & outdoor spa. Don’t miss this ultimate lifestyle property.

Contact: Glenn Chandler 0418 410 689 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

This character WB home is a property you will fall in love with at irst sight. Features inc. 4 beds, 2 baths, hardwood loors, updated kitchen with granite benches & free standing cooker GDH & wood heater plus out door decking perfect for entertaining. All this on a usable block in a park like setting surrounded by mature trees, shrubs & native bird life.

Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

21 Scenic Crescent Kalorama

21 Warwick Farm Rd Olinda

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Classic Elegance and Sublime Views

Designer Living with Individuality

Every once and a while, a truly enchanting property captivating the essence of hills character and charm is offered to the market. Living in the hills is all about location, plenty of sun and ideally simply moving in with nothing to do! Presenting timeless appeal, character and natural light throughout is this unmistakable weatherboard home providing the ultimate destination for anyone looking to relax and live in spectacular style. The remarkable workmanship fusing traditional and modern is truly unique and the result is breathtaking.

Set in a sought after location in Kalorama, extremely private and with phenomenal views this executive residence will take your breath away. Built with meticulous attention to detail and a functional loor plan designed to suit family living and those who like to entertain in style.

With glamorous new-age styling that would be just as much at home in a penthouse apartment overlooking the beat of a busy city, this extraordinary renovation presents you with a similarly extraordinary opportunity. Set on approx 2/3 of an acre of leafy tranquillity and manicured garden, Hillcrest provides an idyllic escape and beautiful work-life balance that you may not yet have experienced.Take your pick from so many gorgeous entertaining options indoors PLUS 2 separate alfresco choices outdoors including stunning slate terrace AND Merbau BBQ deck. All this located in the prestigious location of Olinda on a stunning, predominantly lat parcel of landscaped gardens including fountain. Dress it all with state-of-the-art lighting and you have the very best of new-age designer living, all you need to do is think outside the square!

Contact: Dwayne Sparkes 0409 873 731 Inspection: By Appointment Only (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Corinne Sukroo 0419 805 915 Inspection: By Appointment Only (Photo ID Required)

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9751 2375 11 Main Street, Olinda

9754 6888

1689 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave

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37 Rainy Hill Road Cockatoo

Offers Over $770,000

1 Orchid Road Belgrave South

P.O.A.

“Daphne Manor” on 6 Acres!

Impressive Home on Approx 15 Private Acres!

Charming country family home with enough cleared acres for a pony or 3 close to Cockatoo Township & only a few minutes from Emerald. The home is an old school house moved to the Hills for a new lease of life & features 3 BDRs, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas & a private cottage. Add to this a tennis court, menage & huge shed with stables & a 4 car carport.

Wow! This Impressive home is well located with easy access to Wellington Road. Nestled amongst peaceful, private acreage the solid brick home has a resort feel & features 5 BDRs, kitchen with elegant stone bench tops, 2 living areas, 2 wet bars & 2 powder rooms. Add to this a remote 4 car garage, pool, sauna, spa & a pony paddock.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032 Inspection: Saturday 1.30pm-2.00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Stephen Richards 0400 100 155 Inspection: Saturday 3.30pm-4.00pm (Photo ID Required)

40 Neville Street Cockatoo

Offers Over $495,000

33 Wright Road Avonsleigh

Offers Over $580,000

Fresh and New With Nothing To Do!

Refreshingly Original and Unique!

If you’re looking for a fresh start for the family, look no further. This contemporary styled home is within walking distance to town, new, fresh & immaculately presented featuring 4 BDRs, Master with WIR & ensuite, huge family living room, dining area & wonderful sparkling kitchen. Vehicles are covered with a DBL carport at the front & a DBL garage/ workshop out the back & all services are connected.

This unique home is truly one out of the box! Unique & bespoke, there has been a lot of love & care gone into to creating this character illed family home. Comprising of 3 BRSs, the Master with ensuite & WIR, massive open plan family/dining room with exposed beams, modern kitchen, outdoor entertaining room with powder room, loads of under house storage & DBL L/U garage.

Contact: Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820 Inspection: Saturday 11.30am-12.00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Inspection: Saturday 12.30pm-1.00pm (Photo ID Required)

59 Swales Road Macclesield

Offers Over $960,000

76 Emerald Monbulk Road Emerald

Offers Over $595,000

18 Acres of Private Horse Country!

Premium Location, Unbeatable Style!

Welcome to “Boolaroo” 18 acres of beautiful Macclesield horse country. Designed

by Alistair Knox, the 5 BDR home has been designed to blend in with the landscape, offering sanctuary from the craziness of the city as well as providing a ready made income with 2 acres currently leased (long term) to a nursery.

This spectacular Federation style residence sits proudly on its magniicent ¼ acre of manicured gardens with a sealed driveway & 2 road accesses. Offering 5 BDRs, 2 Master suites with full ensuites & WIRs, 3 living areas, dining room, chef’s kitchen, powder room, mains GDH, evaporative cooling, ambient gas log ire, surround sound, built in speakers, DBL L/U garage, extensive storage & so much more.

Contact: Grant Day 0417 565 745, Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Inspection: Saturday 3.30pm-4.00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Stephen Richards 0400 100 155 Inspection: Saturday 11.30am-12.00pm (Photo ID Required)

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5968 6222

311-313 Main St, Emerald

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GEMBROOK 60 URE ROAD You Said You Wanted Views! The Ideal Lifestyle on a Sunny Acre

EMERALD 5/11 WESTLANDS ROAD Picture Perfect Unit In The Hills.

GEMBROOK 10 GEMBROOK LAUNCHING PLACE ROAD Simply Stunning On 1 Acre

3a 2b 3c 4e

1a 1b 1c 1e

5a 2b 2c 2e

PRICE Offers Over $570,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522

PRICE $275,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781

PRICE $560,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781

EMERALD 408 BELGRAVE GEMBROOK ROAD Resort Style Living In The Heart Of Town On Over 1/2 An Acre!

AVONSLEIGH 469 BELGRAVE GEMBROOK ROAD GREAT FAMILY LIVING OR INVESTMENT

EMERALD 6 NOBELIUS STREET Brick Family Home On Over 1/3 Of An Acre

3a 1b 2c 6e

3a 2b 2c 3e

3a 2b 2c 2e

PRICE $550,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Lana Maher 0408 535 075

PRICE $420,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Lyn Beckwith 0419 324 409

PRICE $480,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781

UNDER CONTRACT

D L O S

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EMERALD 16 PINNOCKS ROAD ‘Elvandar’ - Flat 1/3 Acre in a Central Location with Views.

EMERALD 37 WESTLANDS ROAD Simply Stunning In The Heart Of Town

AVONSLEIGH 15 WRIGHT ROAD Picture Perfect On A 1/4 Acre (Approx)!

2a 1b 2c 1e

3a 2b 2c 6e

3a 1b 1c 2e

PRICE $470,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522

PRICE $530,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781

PRICE $410,000 Plus Buyers INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781

EMERALD 1/321 MAIN ROAD 5968 4522

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COMPLIMENTARY OVERSEAS LUXURY HOLIDAY FOR TWO * Your dream home comes with a dream holiday at Knox’s premier lifestyle destination.

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A Mail News Advertising Feature

Winter habitat for native insects DO you like insects?

They make some people uncomfortable, but I think they’re incredible.

Did you know that insects pollinate over 70 per cent of the world’s commercial edible crops and perform multiple roles to produce healthy soil types?

Did you know that without the nutritious food that insects help prepare for us, we would struggle to survive?

In turn, we can do more to help our native insect friends.

Their habitats are being increasingly destroyed in our post-industrial world, and native insects are often victims of invasive species or pesticides that are not meant for them.

One way we can look after our Yarra Ranges’ insects this winter is by providing habitats for them in our own backyards.

Ecologist Michael Smith A habitat needs the right mix of food, shelter and ‘landscape complexity’.

If you want to attract native bees and butterflies, introduce lots of indigenous flowering plants on the northern side of your property.

Aussie bees use their tongues, while butterflies have proboscises to suck food from native plants.

Take a look at the beautiful hop goodenia and flowering bluebells in Wesburn Reserve or the flowering

lobelia, heath and correa plants in Chum Creek to get some ideas as to what plants to introduce into your garden.

To attract as many species as possible, your habitat should also have landscape complexity – plant a diverse range of trees and plants with different heights and forms in clusters.

Insects have unique behaviors and each species will use the same space differently.

For example, resin bees like living in wooden holes, beetles enjoy hanging out among grasses, and honey bees will take nectar from tall trees.

Insects feel more protected in a complex habitat and the different plant species give them more options for food and shelter.

If you like, you can go one step

further and make ‘insect motels’ for your backyard, because this will help your insect friends protect themselves from the elements and hide from predators.

Here are some local plants that, when planted together and flourishing in winter, will give you a good mix of food, shelter and landscape complexity: Grasses: microlaena and indigenous poa species; Smaller plants: oxalis, bluebells and Brachyscome multifida; Medium plants: bearded heath, hop goodenia, hedge wattle, pomaderris and correa reflexa; Trees: golden wattle and lightwood wattle.

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Best friend or worst enemy at the grates?

IS YOUR wood fire an indulgence or a life-threatening danger?

On a cold winter night it’s nice to settle down in front of a wood fire. But if that wood fire isn’t being properly maintained, it could turn into a big risk.

CFA Operations Manager Stewart Kreltszheim said: “All too often CFA members attend house fires which are caused by chimney fires or burning logs rolling out of the fire and starting a fire on carpets. Either source can often result in severe damage to, or loss of the house. The sad fact is that many of these fires are easily preventable.”

Mr Kreltszheim went on to say that chimney fires were caused by the accumulation of creosote and other products of incomplete combustion in the chimney. Over a period of months these products build up in the chimney as a coating and when subjected to strong heat from the fire ignite in the chimney with a real potential to start a fire in the roof.

There is a danger that these fires, burning in the roof space above smoke alarms, or in wall cavities, can go undetected until they are substantial, lifethreatening fires.

He said minimising the risk of

chimney fires was simple. Before you intend to start using the fire, clean the chimney and inspect the fireplace or firebox. You should also ensure that there are no flammable materials stored near the fireplace.

You may also do an additional cleaning in mid-winter to be extra sure that you won’t have to face a chimney fire.

You may be able to do this yourself if you can safely work on the roof and have a suitable chimney brush. If not there are professional chimney cleaners who can clean your chimney and check their integrity.

It’s also worth checking the roof space to make sure that there is nothing flammable close to the chimney.

Mr Kreltszheim added that chimney fires weren’t limited to houses. They could occur in commercial premises, including hotels and guesthouses. Indeed any premises with wood fires had the potential for chimney fires.

Protecting your house from a fire caused by burning logs rolling out is surprisingly easy. Having a fire guard in front of a fire keeps burning logs in and stops children from falling into the fire. Removing carpets and rugs from in front of the fire also helps.

Mr Kreltszheim concluded by asking some important questions. When you go to bed tonight are you sure that your wood fire won’t lead to a chimney fire? Have you taken care to make sure that your chimney has been cleaned to minimise the risk of fire? Have you taken a minute to smell for smoke or the smell of very hot metal? Do you have working smoke alarms?

Chimney fires are avoidable. Regularly cleaned and serviced chimneys and working smoke alarms could save your family’s lives.

For a home fire safety checklist visit: cfa.vic.gov.au/homefire.

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A Mail News Advertising Feature

Detox in your home YARRA Ranges Council is urging residents to detox their homes from common, highly toxic household chemicals in a safe, free and easyto-use mobile service arriving in Lilydale on Saturday, 27 August.

Sustainability Victoria’s ‘Detox your Home’ service is an opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted and potentially dangerous items like pesticides, detergents and weed killers.

The products collected are recycled for recovery and diverted from landfill.

Register online at www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/detoxyourhome to choose a preferred timeslot and avoid queues.

Residents can drop off any of the following items: Acids and alkalis; aerosols (empty cans can be put in your household recycling bin); Anti-freeze; Brake fluid; Car body filler; Car wax; Cleaners - ammonia based; Cooking oil; Coolant; Detergents, disinfectants and drain cleaners; Fertiliser;

· · · · · · · · · ·

· Fire extinguishers; · Floor-care products and waxes; petrol, diesel, kerosene, · Fuels: other; - water-based and · Glues solvents; · Herbicides and weed killers; · Insect spray/pesticides; · Nail polish and remover; · Oven cleaner; · Paint-stripper, thinner and turps; · Pool chemicals; · Rat poison; · Solvents; · Transmission fluid; and preservatives and finishes · Wood (oils and varnish). ·

Dispose of potentially dangerous items. 156764

Clear out the clutter from your garden shed this winter. 156764

The following items are not accepted: Paint; Car batteries; Household batteries; Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and tubes; Ammunition or firearms; Asbestos; Chemicals used by businesses; Farm chemicals; Gas bottles; and Motor oil.

For more information, visit sustainability.vic.gov.au/detoxyourhome or call 1300 363 744.

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August Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Exhibition: Emporium 1950s fashion at Yarra Ranges Regional Museum, Lilydale. Ends 23 October.

Lilydale Library – Seniors Computer Club.

9800 6457.

Lilydale Library – Seniors Computer Club.

9800 6457.

Lilydale Library – Ask Our Experts.

9800 6457.

Music: Mozart’s Requiem Chamber Orchestra and Choir.

Burrinja, Upwey.

Rob Roy Vintage Car Hill Climb at Christmas Hills.

Wednesday

Thursday

Belgrave Library – Backyard Beekeeping.

9800 6489.

Lilydale Library – Book Chat.

9800 6457.

Belgrave Library – Reader2Reader Bookchat.

9800 6489.

Lilydale Library – Seniors Computer Club.

9800 6457.

Lilydale Library – Ask Our Experts.

9800 6457.

Saturday

FTG Library – Knit and Crochet for Charity.

9800 6455.

Lilydale Library – Ask Our Experts.

9800 6457.

TRIP – Teenage Road Information Program at Woori Yallock at 6.30pm. Facebook Yarra Valley Trip

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Carbon Monoxide Testing Replacements & Repairs

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TREE PRUNING, MAINTENANCE & PRESERVATION TREE FELLING & REMOVAL STUMP GRINDING CONSULTANCY REPORTS

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K&D FIREWOOD FREE DELIVERY TO LOCAL AREAS Dry Split Red Gum $180m3 Very Dry Local Wood $120m3 Oregon Kindling $25/16kg bag

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.

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WALKERS WANTED

WE DELIVER TO YOU AREAS AVAILABLE IN YOUR SUBURB REGULAR WORK WITH FLEXIBLE HOURS ALL AGES WELCOME

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DISCRIMINATION IN ADVERTISING IS UNLAWFUL

OSHC Educator

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Menzies Creek P.S requires a fun loving, passionate Out of Hours Care Worker for Monday and Tuesday 7 am to 9 am and 3.00 pm to 6.30 pm. Commencing August 22nd 2016. This position has the possibility of extending to full time in 2017.

Diploma of Children’s Services, First Aid and WWC required.

Contact: Tanya Cooke on 9754 3695 Email: cooke.tanya.a@edumail.vic.gov.au

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Free delivery. 0417 324 380.

General Classifieds section of Network Classifieds.

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Pruning, Tree Removal Mulching Service Complete stump removal, Fully Insured, 20 years’ Experience.

Mobile: 0402 760 756 Ph: 9726 8181

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

General Classifieds TROY HANSEN Ph: 5966 5917 Mob: 0401 327 149

059 CURTAINS

Trading as Spectrum Curtains & Blinds. Est. 1973 We make beautiful custom-made, made-to-measure curtains & blinds.

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Cardinia Shire Council and the Municipal Association of Victoria invite you to a Community and Candidate information session.

The session will discuss: ฀ Roles and responsibilities of a Councillor Election process ฀ Useful advice for getting elected ฀ Time commitments of Councillors ฀ Personal rewards that flow from helping residents and shaping your municipality ฀ Election campaign techniques Wednesday 3 August, 7.00pm Cardinia Civic Centre 20 Siding Ave, Officer RSVP to: rsvp@cardinia.vic.gov.au or 5945 4202

by Friday 29 July 2016.

For more information go to www.standforcouncil.com.au

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Actors Andrew Ferguson (as Boolie), Eyawn Harry (as Hoke) and Genevieve Ryan (as Daisy) star in the performance. 156982

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Athletes rise to their surroundings

By JAMIE STRUDLEY YARRA Ranges Athletics competed at the little Athletics State Cross Country Championships over the weekend of 2324 July at a boggy Cruden Farm.

The historic surroundings provided extra motivation for the club athletes with every athlete performing exceptionally well.

Congratulations to Kiara Flavel, Maddie Laven and Georgia Laven for their individual event wins and to the Under 14s Boys team’s second place.

Individual results:

Under 9 Boys 1500m Jake Angus 30th 6.53; Under 9 Girls 1500m Tiara Willis 12th 7.11; Under 10 Boys 1500m Ky Harris 26th 6.28; Under 10 Girls 1500m Kiara Flavel 1st 5.48; Under 11 Boys 2000m Mitchell Deckert 6th 8.00; Under 11 Boys 2000m Zachariah Clarke 10th 8.15; Under 11 Girls 2000m Madeline Laven 1st 8.05; Under 11 Girls 2000m Indigo Linde 5th 8.29; Under 12 Girls 2000m Mia Strudley 23rd 9.06; Under 13 Boys 3000m Taj Linde 29th 12.59; Under 13 Boys 3000m Camden Hewitson 31st 13.12; Under 13 Girls 3000m Georgia Laven 1st 11.21; Under 14 Girls 3000m Lily Peacock 3rd 11.50;

Under 14 Girls 3000m Ella Strudley 25th 15.40; Under 14 Boys 3000m Harrison van Duuren 6th 11.24; Under 14 Boys 3000m Liam Russell 16th 13.00; Under 14 Boys 3000m Ryan Thrall 18th 13.15; Under 15 Girls 3000m Rickeylee Brown 12th 16.54.

At 8.45am on Saturday the club is holding its annual handicap day at Margaret Lewis Reserve, Coldstream.

It is always a fun event where athletes start at different times with the aim of having everyone finish together.

More details at yarrarangesathletics. org.au or check out the Facebook page.

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THE talented team at 1812 Theatre Company is preparing to again delight audiences, this time with their stage version of ‘Driving Miss Daisy’.

The play is best-known for its film adaptation of the same name, released in 1989, which won numerous accolades, including numerous Academy Award nominations.

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Rain, hail and sunscreen

By CAMERON HUTCHISON COLD conditions for some, sunshine for others and even hail had footballers unsure whether they needed long stops, long sleeves or sunscreen.

The final five for Division 1 has opened up slightly.

Wandin had a surprisingly big win over Healesville, Olinda completely outclassed Mt Evelyn, Warburton lost in the final minutes against Upwey, while Monbulk keep their final chances alive.

The final five for Division 2 is another story.

With only four rounds to go, it is anyone’s guess what the five will look like.

Yarra Glen, Kinglake, Gembrook and Alexandra share top spot, with Seville and Yea 8 points behind them.

Yarra Glen have a tough road home, having to play Seville and Gembrook which both had wins earlier in the season.

Division 1 Seniors Monbulk 23.13.151 d Belgrave 8.8.56 Monbulk got off to a great start, kicking 6.4 to 1.3 and had probably a match-winning lead at the first break.

They extended their lead at halftime to 38 points.

Michael Langworthy was proving to be hard to match up on in the forward line.

A five-goal to two third quarter by Monbulk saw them increase their lead.

The hosts continued to dominate the match, piling on eight goals to come home with an impressive 95-point win that keeps their finals hopes alive.

Monbulk Best: S. Williams (3 goals), C. Sharpe (3 goals), M. Langworthy (6 goals), D. Werts, P. Barge (2 goals), D. White Belgrave Best: M. Brown (1 goal), N. Somervaille, M. Puts, D. Bilston, P. Johnson (4 goals), T. Stubley Woori Yallock 18.16.124 d Emerald 5.7.37 It has been a long season for Emerald and they will be looking forward to season end so they can regroup.

They started off well, holding Woori Yallock to three goals in the first, but eight scoring shots to three in Woori Yallock’s favour meant that the ball was in their forward 50 too many times.

Woori kicked six goals in the second and kept Emerald goalless to take a 53-point lead into the main break.

Emerald were never going to chase down this lead as the hosts kicked another nine goals in the second half to secure an impressive 87-point victory.

Woori Yallock Best: M. Lowe (1 goal), J. Coombs, M. Baxter (4 goals), D. Benson, J. Adams, R. Monkhorst Emerald Best: M. Steer, M. Thomas, L. McKenna, L. Sheppard (1 goal), D. Reilly, C. Thomsen Wandin 12.15.87 d Healesville 5.7.37 This game was set to be the match of the round and honours for top spot on the ladder.

Healesville held a small lead at quarter-time of six points, but it was all Wandin after that.

A five-goal to two-behind second quarter by Wandin saw the visitors with a 25-point lead heading into the main break.

Cam Carmody of Mt Evelyn succeeds in marking, despite close cover.

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Patrick Rosier of Olinda defends his mark against Rovers Ash Gibbons and Brendan Doyle. 157187 Healesville could not find the big sticks and the entry into their forward 50 was stopped at every opportunity.

Wandin kicked another 6.10 to 3.3 in the second half to come away with a 50-point win that must now have them as flag favourites.

Wandin Best: R. Wilson (1 goal), D. Ladner, B. Foley, M. Polkinghorne (1 goal), B. Dickinson, R. Ross Healesville Best: N. Mende, J. Layton, M. Hay, P. MacFarlane (1 goal), M. Anson, J. Nugent Olinda Ferny Creek 17.13.115 d Mt Evelyn 2.4.16 Can you believe this scoreline?

Olinda certainly deserve to be sitting equal second on the ladder but have Mt Evelyn shut up shop for 2016?

Their form this year has been nothing like was promised after the early part of the season.

Olinda held them goalless until the second half but by then Olinda had a huge 73-point lead.

Olinda had eight contributors to goals on Saturday, where Mt Evelyn only had one.

A 6.5 to 2.3 last half gave Olinda a huge percentage boosting win of 99 points.

Olinda Ferny Creek Best: K. Currie, P. Rosier (5 goals), L. Meadows, L. Hill, C. Beattie, N. Syme (2 goals) Mt Evelyn Best: D. Kift, B. Doyle, R. Cowan, A. Chalkley, A. Johnston, M. Brierley Upwey-Tecoma 12.11.83 d Warburton Millgrove 11.10.76 Warburton had the opportunity on Saturday to keep their finals hopes alive but unfortunately they let that slip in the last minutes of the game on Saturday.

Upwey took the early lead at quarter-time by three points.

Warburton bounced back in the second and took a hard-earned nine-point lead into half-time.

Then, 2.1 to 3.4 in the third had the ledger all square at three-quarter time and it was now down to who wanted it most.

The gut runners were required this quarter, leaving nothing to be questioned.

Warburton got the jump and held the lead deep into the last and would have been thinking they had the four points.

Upwey lifted and got a push into

their 50 and came away with a sevenpoint win at the final siren.

Upwey-Tecoma Best: T. Robinson (2 goals), S. Parkinson, J. Hackett (2 goals), L. O’Brien, B. Duncan, K. Grenda (1 goal) Warburton Millgrove Best: L. Barnard, P. Sharp, J. Iacono (1 goal), I. Andueza (1 goal), T. Marr, T. McKail.

Division 2 Seniors Alexandra 15.11.101 d Yarra Glen 12.7.79 Yarra Glen had the opportunity to put themselves a game clear with a win on Saturday but Alexandra had different ideas and have now put themselves equal top with three other clubs.

Alexandra got the jump on Yarra Glen in the first, kicking 4.4 to 2.3.

Both sides kicked 3.2 in the second so the lead was 14 points at half-time to Alexandra.

Alexandra continued their smart play and kicked 5.3 to 3.1 to increase their lead to 24 points at three-quarter time.

Yarra Glen attempted to get their running game, but Alexandra were far too strong running out 22-point winners.

Alexandra Best: S. Heveren, C. Heaslip, S. Steiner, L. Heard (5 goals), C. Mullins (1 goal), N. Dundas Yarra Glen Best: B. Ashton (1 goal), L. Hoffmann, M. Gordon, J. Dargent, M. Ashton, B. Clark Powelltown 13.20.98 d Seville 13.10.88 Powelltown have kept their finals hopes alive and have nothing to lose over the next four weeks.

A high scoring first quarter had Powelltown in the lead by eight points.

Powelltown continued peppering the goals, kicking 3.9 to 1.5 to extend their lead to 24 points at half-time.

Seville were able to get their running game going in the third, outscoring Powelltown by kicking 5.4 to 2.3 to reduce the lead to eight points at threequarter time.

However, Powelltown were able to hold on to run out 10-point winners.

Powelltown Best: K. Larsen. M. McLaughlin (5 goals), T. Hallmark, J. Moore (1 goal), J. Walker (1 goal), A. Ramzy (1 goal) Seville Best: G. Annowsky (1 goal), K. Mullett, A. Wind, G. Teunissen (1 goal), S. Wilson (4 goals), J. BourkeFinn

Gembrook-Cockatoo 26.13.169 d Thornton Eildon 4.1.25 Gembrook-Cockatoo showed no mercy over Thornton Eildon on Saturday.

Gembrook kicked kicked six goals to one in the first and never took their foot of the pedal all day.

A big 61-point lead at half-time and it was all over for Thornton.

The final margin was 144 points and another win for Gembrook.

Gembrook Cockatoo Best: P. Gramc (5 goals), S. Nuutinen (5 goals), B. Fenton (1 goal), C. Vernal (1 goal), M. Maddison (1 goal), A. Shipp (4 goals) Thornton Eildon Best: C. Ruhl, D. Creed (1 goal), T. Polson, A. Reddan, J. Strachan, Z. King Yea 14.9.93 d Yarra Junction 6.11.47 Yea have also kept their finals hopes a reality with a 46-point win over Yarra Junction.

Unfortunately for Yarra Junction, their season may be over as they still have to play Seville, Gembrook and Kinglake in the next four weeks.

Yea took a slim lead of seven points into the second quarter and extended their lead to 11 points at half-time.

Yea turned it on in the third, kicking six straight to two behinds to come away with a very impressive 46-goal win.

Yea Best: A. Hobbs (5 goals), J. Flynn (3 goals), J. Ivill (4 goals), K. Giovannini, T. Butterworth, K. Spagnolo Yarra Junction Best: E. Wadsworth, D. Williams, B. Wragg, T. Wheeler (2 goals), T. Hancock (1 goal), J. Swinden Kinglake: Bye Under 18s Yarra Glen 16.10.106 d MonbulkSeville 2.1.13 Yarra Glen Best: B. Binion (1 goal), J. Hull, A. Smith (1 goal), J. Clare (7 goals), M. Kikidopoulos (2 goals), L. Pinder Monbulk-Seville Best: J. Paternoster, T. Gebert, H. Dousset, S. Bennett, H. Emmett, J. Redapple Emerald 16.14.110 d Woori Yallock-Powelltown 5.6.36 Emerald Best: C. Roma, B. Wood (3 goals), T. Ladner (1 goal), J. Webb, J. Volta, N. Pascoe (1 goal) Woori Yallock-Powelltown Best: J. Irwin (1 goal), J. Mead, B. Taylor, J. Pettit, W. White (1 goal), R. Diclaudio Mt Evelyn 20.12.132 d Kinglake 1.5.11 Mt Evelyn Best: M. Oultram (9 goals), J. Beamish (1 goal), M. Gib-

bons (2 goals), D. Watson, B. Forbes, T. Brill (1 goal).

Upwey Tecoma 6.15.51 d Warburton Millgrove 1.3.9 Upwey Tecoma Best: B. Watson, N. Horne (1 goal), B. Raru, A. Milner, A. Aarden, J. Prendergast Warburton Millgrove Best: M. Reed, C. Shalevski, B. MacDonald, L. Downie, T. Dargie, N. Peels Wandin: Bye Division 1 A Grade Netball Belgrave 59 d Monbulk Hawks 43 Belgrave Best: Lauren Bennett (39 goals), Jessica Brady, Kalen Winters Monbulk Hawks Best: Tahlia Northey (30 goals), Sophie Stubbs (1 goal), Olivia Crook Woori Yallock 71 d Emerald 25 Woori Yallock Best: Sarah Hogan (26 goals), Shannon Gray (6 goals), Abby Stranger (11 goals) Emerald Best: Rebecca Sayers, Sarah Bertram, Kate Griffin Wandin 78 d Healesville 16 Wandin Best: Leah Reilly, Samantha Coppinger, Jackie Cullimore (49 goals) Healesville Best: Hayley Parrott, Alexandra Bryan, Chenile Chandler (3 goals) Olinda Ferny Creek 69 d Mt Evelyn 36 Olinda Ferny Creek Best: Krista Tomlinson. Melanie Van Diemen, Tess Linkins (51 goals) Mt Evelyn Best: Kaitlyn Black, Hannah Barry-Murphy, Rachael Hickey (18 goals) Upwey Tecoma 40 d Warburton Millgrove 35 Upwey-Tecoma Best: Kaylea McQuade, Rebecca Leeson (29 goals), Shae Haney Warburton Millgrove Best: Serena Gibbs, Georgia Stanke, Stephanie Durant Division 2 A Grade Netball Seville 68 d Powelltown 23 Seville Best: Mariah Scully, Riley Gentle, Zoe Abbruzzese (32 goals) Powelltown Best: Jessica Day, Simone Traynor, Nicole Hajder (10 goals) Yarra Junction 32 d Yea 27 Yarra Junction Best: Katelyn Betts (21 goals), Catherin Cook, Rachel Young Yea Best: Sarah Armstrong (16 goals), Meg Sundblom, Chelsea Spagnolo Yarra Glen 67 d Alexandra 26 Yarra Glen Best: Sharnie Gray (38 goals), Elizabeth Kay (29 goals), Hillary Grubb Thornton Eildon: Bye

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Monbulk junior football results THE Monbulk Junior Hawks were greeted by beautiful winter sun.

It was a shortened program with two teams having byes.

The 9Bs were back to Mount Evelyn this week and they started off with great intensity around the ball.

They played well through the middle of the game.

During the last quarter and a half, the team played some great footy; tackling well, rucking well and turning the ball on quickly, which resulted in goals.

Awards: N. Seamer, W. Davidson-Tuck, C. Seamer, R. English, J. Fraser, I. Mullinder The 9As came up against a good team, but tried hard.

Tackling was terrific.

When the team got the ball moving, they looked really good.

Awards: W. Hughson, A. Rayner, W. Hammond, J. Burton, O. Blandthorn, J. Bowering The 12Bs had a sluggish start, which saw them struggle against a determined opposition.

A reaffirming of team rules allowed for a positive outcome.

Goals: T. Koelewyn (2), S. Niclasen (2), J. Hammond, I. Hylton-Stewart, J. O’Connor Awards: L. Smith, M. Handley- Hughes, J. Doyle, B. Komiazyk, T. McBride, J. Bateson The Under 14Bs played really well against an Emerald 14Bs with 11 14A players.

After leading at half-time, they were overrun in the second half.

Hill’s day all the way

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The Monbulk Under 12Bs fight for the contested ball in a hard-fought game. 157196 Probably their best team effort of the year.

Goals: A. Green, B. Grimes, T. Hepworth Awards: M. Cameron, J. Niclasen, H. Hemara, T. Dekker, L. Fransen Under 10s had another great performance from a group that continues to improve from week to week.

Although the opposition were a very good outfit, Monbulk Under 10s again gave their all.

Awards: J. Defina, I. Bowering, G. Thyer, H. Piesley, J. Farmer Under 12As had very ordinary conditions.

They had a hard-fought game with both sides trying their utmost in winning the contested

ball.

Plenty to work on coming up to finals.

Goals: J. Farmer, B. Martin, A. McDonald Awards: J. Farmer, J. Mackay, R. Finlay, B. Martin, W. Henderson Under 14As: Bye Under 16s: Bye

THE last round of the threeround Winter Cup at Emerald Golf Club was played last Saturday, with Peter Glasscock (14) going in as leader followed by Ken Hill (17) 2 points in arrears.

The 22mm of rain overnight ignited the play of Hill when he stormed home for an emphatic win by five points by amassing 115 stableford points for the three rounds.

Glasscock was five points back on 110 while Leigh Morison (17) and Dean Shannon (15) another five back on 105.

The rest succumbed to the watery greens, mediocrity and a general torpor.

Hill won the daily comp with 42 and Peter Jones (23) was the king of the kids in B Grade with 38 points.

Of the stragglers, it was left to Shannon to score 38, Morison 37 and Ben Balfour

36 to head up the rest of the push.

John Fisher was nearest the pin on the fourth, Sepp Krummenacher the seventh, Hill the 12th, Balfour the 13th and Peter Jones grabbed the pro pin drachma on the 18th.

Glasscock powered a long drive down the ninth fairway to win the longest drive gong.

Brianna McCoy, once again, showed the ladies how to conquer the opposition with a clear win from Aileen Ecclestone back in second place.

Hill, who has hit a rich vein of form, won the bikkies on Wednesday when the Old a Forgotten Golfers turned up for a round of stableford.

He scored 40 points.

Sepp Krummenacher was next on 39, then Peter Clowes 37, while Ken Sumsion and Neil Whiteside played to their handicaps for 36.

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Motoring Cars are for the trees YARRA Valley Toyota is excited to announce they will be supporting Schools Tree Day at Ruskin Park Primary School in Croydon on Friday, 29 July.

Tree Day was co-founded by Planet Ark and Olivia Newton-John in 1996.

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Guests are welcome to come down and meet him at Ruskin Park Primary School where the event will take place.

There will be loads of great photo opportunities and ways to get involved.

Every year, about 3000 preschools, kindergartens, and primary and high schools across the country take part in Schools Tree Day. Yarra Valley Toyota is excited to join forces and help preserve the environment for future Australians.

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Cars keep catching fire VICTORIA’S fire services have attended an average of two accidental vehicle fires per day day over the past two years, according to the RACV. Cars were involved in the vast majority of accidental vehicle fires, but the figures also include trucks and recreational vehicles, some of which were towing caravans or camper trailers.

Electrical and mechanical problems, which for the most part are preventable, were the major causes of the fires.

In CFA’s District 8, there were 137 such incidents, which takes in Dandenong, Frankston, Portsea, Pakenham, Wonthaggi and Phillip Island.

MFB Commander Andrew O’Connell said electrical and mechanical problems, such as fuel leaks, were among the most common causes of vehicle fires.

“Most of these fires are extremely preventable,” he said.

“There was one case that I remember where the car battery wasn’t strapped down properly and the battery shifted and shorted out, sparking a fire.

“I’ve also seen plenty of cars that were leaking petrol through perished fuel hoses.

“It’s so important that people get their cars serviced regularly and make sure that any issues are rectified as soon as possible.”

Tips on how to prevent vehicle fires (from MFB): Get your car serviced regularly and ensure that any problems are rectified as soon as possible; Never leave canisters of gas or other flammable products in the cabin of the car and ensure the car is well ventilated; Consider keeping a dry chem-

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ical fire extinguisher in your car and make sure you know how to use it before the fire starts; Be aware of the warning signs: cracked or loose wiring, electrical problems, fuel leaks, rapid changes in fuel level or higher than normal engine temperature, abnormal noises or vibrations or warning lights on the dashboard; Only replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating. In the event that the fuse blows a second time, then it is a sign of a potentially serious fault and needs to be investigated by a qualified service agent; Don’t drive your car through long grass because the grass can be ignited by the heat from the engine and exhaust system.

For more on car safety, visit racv.com.au.

FOR the fifth straight year, Lorbek Luxury Cars has announced its sponsorship of the annual ‘Club Sandwich’ at Motorclassica.

Melbourne’s purveyor of prestigious, luxury and exotic cars will again support the daily displays of car and motorcycle enthusiast clubs at Motorclassica 2016.

Staged once again at the world-heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building, Motorclassica is Australasia’s premier event for classic, collectible, rare and historic cars and motorcycles.

And ‘Club Sandwich’ is the support act, where almost 40 car and motorcycle clubs gather annually to proudly display an array of historically interesting and now-rare models.

Every year, Lorbek adds

to the eclectic mix of cars on display in Club Sandwich by bringing along its own array of high-end performance models from the likes of Porsche, McLaren, Ferrari, Maserati and others.

Over its four years of backing for Club Sandwich, Lorbek has helped support the display of more than 1000 cars and 200 motorcycles from about 100 clubs.

Motorclassica Event Director, Paul Mathers, said Lorbek’s support had been vital to the ongoing success of Club Sandwich.

“They have helped our ability to offer such a great way for the country’s car and bike enthusiasts to interact with showgoers,” he said.

“Along with its support for the clubs and the enthusiastic

owners, Lorbek can always be relied upon to bring to Motorclassica a mouth-watering display of supercars that’s a show highlight.”

Lorbek Luxury Cars Managing Director Srecko Lorbek is an avid supporter of Motorclassica.

“It’s a great event ... from the Concours d’Elegance and the annual auction to ‘Club Sandwich’, we love being a part of Motorclassica and engaging with its enthusiastic and knowledgeable audience,” he said.

“Club Sandwich is a good fit for us because not only does it allow us to display the latest and greatest aspirational models that we have for sale at the time, but also the variety of vehicles shown by the clubs reflects the breadth of our own automotive interests.”

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