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AND THE WINNER IS ... FRESH LEAF AUSTRALIAN Fresh Leaf Herbs’ growing reputation as one of the region’s most success and innovative businesses has been consolidated with top honours at the Casey Cardinia Business Awards. Among other achievements, the Devon Meadows and Clyde-based business, co-founded by Jan Vydra and William Pham, this year unveiled a new greenhouse, which has increased yields by 75 per cent. See page 3 for more on the Fresh Leaf story.

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MAKER KEEPING THINGS MOVING

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EXPANDING Pakenham business Sterling Pumps has seized the manufacturing award at this year’s Casey Cardinia Business Awards.

The pumps manufacturer, which sparked the interest of a Federal politician earlier this year, has since expanded into renewable energy systems.

Managing director Anton Merry said Sterling Pumps’ latest venture, the launch of its large-scale solar pumps, had received a great amount of interest.

“It’s been a big project. The first ones are underway at the moment. It’s an exciting product,” Mr Merry said.

“There’s been a massive positive response in Australia to us expanding our product range - particularly in the irrigation and mining industries – and people are certainly interested in looking at renewable energy systems.”

Sterling Pumps has slowly grown through the irrigation, oil and gas industries over the past decade.

Previously based in Bayswater, Sterling Pumps re-established in Pakenham three years ago and the majority of its 20 employees are local.

The manufacturer currently exports its products to several countries in North Africa, the Middle East and South East Asia, providing products for a variety of heavy industry, mining, irrigation, fire and process industries.

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Managing director Anton Merry, centre, with the Sterling Pumps team.

Customers would be able to monitor the pumps and receive notifications, for example, when it’s low on fuel or as a prompt to explain why the pump may have stopped running.

“You’ve got to be ahead of the game when it comes to manufacturing,” Mr Merry said.

“Innovation seems to be a bit of a buzz word that’s thrown around at the moment but it’s true. Small to medium-sized businesses don’t get a great deal of government help to innovate, so they’ve got to do it themselves and respond to the feedback they’re getting from customers to guide the process.”

Mr Merry said he wanted to acknowledge and encourage the local irrigation and farming community who were supportive of Sterling Pumps products.

He said he hoped to work more with local communities to meet the needs for both solar and standard pumps.

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PRIZED HERBS SWAY JUDGES

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AGRICULTURE AND FOOD CASEY CARDINIA BUSINES OF THE YEAR

A BIG year for Devon Meadows and Clyde-based business Australian Fresh Leaf Herbs grew a whole lot bigger at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Friday 16 September.

It was named the Casey Cardinia Business of the Year and the Agriculture and Food Award-winner at the Pakenham awards night.

In March, Fresh Leaf unveiled a new greenhouse complete with cloud technology, designed to increase yields by 75 per cent.

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Co-founder Jan Vydra said the company started out producing 2000 bunches of herbs each week.

Eight years later, it produces 150,000 bunches, pots and punnets of 60 different varieties of herbs, edible flowers and Australian natives.

“We want to expand our operations over the next 12 to 18 months to open a new 30,000 square metre new facility, hopefully in the City of Casey, and expand into New South Wales over the next three to five years,” Mr Vydra said.

City of Casey Mayor Sam Aziz said the project was a prime example of the innovation that the Casey Cardinia Region actively encouraged.

He said the evolution of “agri-tech” would bring IT professionals, programmers and scientists onto farms.

“This new era of farming welcomes forward-thinking businesses,” he said.

Mr Vydra started the business with William Pham in Clyde in 2008.

“William actually came from a banking background but his father used to grow hydroponic tomatoes

in Adelaide,” Mr Vydra said.

“He’d just had enough of the corporate lifestyle.

“I was running Yarra Valley Farms, which was a distributor of fruit and vegetables.

“I started to get a lot of complaints about fresh herbs.

“Slowly I learnt that herbs were really important to chefs because all the products really differentiate their plates and give their customers an experience.”

“I had a hospitality focus to start with but I switched to retail very quickly because those food competition programs just took off.”

Mr Vydra wants export to become the biggest part of the Fresh Leaf business.

“I think we’ve got a pretty big journey in front of us,” he said.

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AWARD-WINNING TRAVEL MAESTROS THE winners of the Tourism award at this year’s Casey Cardinia Business Awards have achieved a remarkable amount in such a short time in the country.

Nayaz Noor and Suchitra Reddy are the CEO and Director of the Berwickbased Safir Tours and what they’ve accomplished in just three-and-a-half years in Australia is mind-blowing.

Between them, they have over 60 years of experience in the travel industry having both spent over three decades with tour operators and travel agencies in the United States, the Middle East and India.

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Safir Tours is a destination management company that customises all its itineraries based on the requirements of its clients.

Born in India, Nayaz and Suchitra predominantly work with Indian clients from their home country, the Middle East and the United States looking to travel to Australia.

“We started operating March 1st, 2013,” Nayaz said.

“We were wondering when we were going to get our first client.

Our first client was an Indian student studying in Adelaide whose parents were going to visit Australia.

“She wanted things set up for them here to visit Sydney, the Gold Coast, and Cairns, so we put things together.”

Nayaz and Suchitra were initially excited, yet somewhat sceptical, when setting up their business in Australia.

“It was all new to us – the whole business environment in Australia is very different to what we were used

to in India or the US,” Nayaz said.

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HALLAM electrical contractor Powerplant Project Services is a “little guy” that is a growing force, now taking out its first Casey Cardinia Business Award.

The winner of the 2016 trades and construction category recently won a State contract to design lighting for the most recent upgrade of the M1 project.

The Monash Freeway 30-kilometre upgrade runs from EastLink to Clyde Road, Berwick with additional on-ramp signals out to Pakenham.

Director Greg Plant says after the latest project, Powerplant’s staff would have designed lighting for the freeway from Pakenham to Tullamarine – except for the city tunnels.

“For us it’s a real achievement as a relatively small company to be participating in these larger projects and to have contact with nearly the entire freeway.

“We’re little guys who have got to do big things locally.”

It ranks as one of Powerplant’s biggest jobs, alongside its lighting design for 300 light poles in the recent Tullamarine Freeway widening.

Other major local projects include Peninsula Link, Sladen Street, Ernst Wanke Road, Northey Road, Casey Fields BMX centre, Bunjil Place and Casey Indoor Leisure Centre.

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line contracts for new housing estates, particularly in Casey, and is helping SP Ausnet put its powerlines underground in bushfire prone areas.

Powerplant promotes new, brighter and more energy-efficient LED lighting on their projects.

The white lights use 30 per cent less power, have less “light spill” and improve visibility on the road at night, lighting design manager James Kerner said.

In the past 12 months, the business has added more than 600 projects. Its customer base now totals more than 500.

Its staff has grown five-fold to 40 in the past four years forcing a move into more spacious offices in Hallam.

The company hopes to attract surveyors, development consultants and civil construction companies, to form a hub of services under the same roof.

Mr Plant started the business as a solo venture at home in 1999, seeing an opening after the State Electricity Commission of Victoria was broken up.

“Regulators wanted customers to have a choice but there was no-one to provide that.”

Powerplant is still a unique business and has grown with its reputation.

Mr Plant says the secret to Powerplant’s success comes from “serving our customers well”.

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THE Michelle household is busier than most.

Husband and wife team Sam and Darren run not one but two home based enterprises, Sam Michelle Painting and Kelly Sports, from their Berwick home.

The couple’s garage is literally packed to the ceiling with bats, balls, mats and hoops, while the front living room is strewn with tubes of paint and the walls are a gallery of Sam’s most recent work.

On top of the demands of dual businesses, the couple also has two young sons, numerous pets and a family lodger.

Sam and Darren were both nominated in the home based business category.

While Kelly Sports has won the

accolade in the past, this year it was Sam’s turn to shine.

Painting and art have been life-long passions for the New Zealand born artist.

She worked in the corporate banking world for more than a decade before taking the plunge and turning her hobby into a business at the start of 2014.

She now paints professionally, selling her work online and at galleries, and holds art classes in her home studio.

Sam describes her style as “painterly”.

“I have a realistic style where you can see the paint. It’s so easy to print on a canvas these days, people want to be able to see the paint,” she said.

Her grandfather was a painter and sculptor who bequeathed his oil paints

to his granddaughter who showed artistic flair from a young age.

She remembers as a teenager sketching the faces of celebrities and models featured in her Dolly magazines.

Today Sam’s business routine involves painting 15 new works each month, teaching, keeping on top of the paper work for Kelly Sports and juggling her family responsibilities.

“I paint crazily for three weeks and in the last week I take pictures of all the new works and put them on my website and send some to galleries.”

She often paints late into the night.

“Darren does the mornings so I can paint as late as I want to and catch up on sleep,” she said.

“It’s good. It keeps us busy.”

The teaching side of Sam’s business “happened accidentally” after she

started teaching a friend’s daughter how to paint. She soon realised there was a demand for art classes for both children and adults.

A natural introvert, she said it was her husband that convinced her to take a risk and start Sam Michelle Painting.

“I hate taking chances but Darren was very much ‘do it’. I wouldn’t be doing this without him.”

Her banking background gave her a valuable insight into the challenges of small business.

“I learned heaps about being brave and taking risks.”

With galleries snapping up her work, a loyal online following and now a Casey Cardinia Business Award under her belt, being brave has certainly helped Sam Michelle paint a rosy future for her eponymous business.

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THEY’RE BUILDING SELF-ESTEEM WAVERLEY Industries’ reputation as a business of great community dividends continues with its back-toback win in the social enterprise category of the Casey-Cardinia Business Awards.

Last year the business added a 4000-square metre factory in Hallam to its operations, creating 40 jobs for people with disabilities.

Director and chief executive Frank Cresia says the expansion enabled the business to expand its accredited training programs to neighbouring special schools.

“We’ve created a lot of new jobs,” he said.

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“That’s our essence and our growth, is people with disabilities.

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Mr Cresia said that Waverley Industries was proud to play an important role in the lives of its employees.

“Their work enriches their lives and builds their self-esteem, knowing that they are producing things that we, as a community, need,” he said.

“They still receive their disability support pension, so working with us provides a supplement to that.”

Waverley Industries makes it a priority to reach out to special needs schools to provide employment opportunities.

“Our training program involves special schools and mainstream schools to create pathways to the workplace.”

Working with Waverley Industries since 2001, Frank has seen it develop into a thriving business. Assisted by

a team of hardworking volunteers, he says the business provides its customers with more than just high-quality products and services at competitive prices.

“We’ve gone from an organisation on its knees to a thriving, sustainable, business model,” he said.

“Customers see that they’re providing job opportunities for people that wouldn’t otherwise be working.”

He added that it was a great honour for employees, staff and volunteers to be recognised in the Casey-Cardinia Business Awards.

Waverley Industries has previously won the category in 2013 and 2015.

“It’s recognition that we’re doing something that is helping the most vulnerable people in our community and their families.”

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CHILDCARE AT ITS BEST

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CASEY Childcare and Kindergarten in Pakenham has taken out the News Business Award in the Casey Cardinia Business Awards.

The family-owned care service is known for its sense of calm and community.

When a parent walks into the centre, it’s not uncommon to hear lots of laughter throughout the rooms.

Centre director Debbie Porter was stoked to take out the award, and said a lot of energy was put into building solid relationships with families and the local community.

“This service has a commitment to best practice, and maintains focus

on quality practices delivered by quality educators,” she said.

In the last 12 months, the centre has enjoyed a 20 per cent increase in children under their care.

Ms Porter said this was a reflection of their standing in the community.

“On a weekly basis, we have families accessing care on the basis of existing families recommending the team and service provided here,” she said.

Kinder children enjoy weekly visits to the local primary school – a strategy employed by the service to help assist in kids’ transition to school life.

Health and well-being is a huge focus at the Pakenham care centre.

Kids now take part in a daily dental

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“We routinely have feedback from parents that the staff are warm, their children are happy, that we provide

strong consistent care,” Ms Porter said.

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Foodie trio Chayse, 21, Blayne, 25, and Tyson, 28, from the exclusively degustation O.My Restaurant in Beaconsfield have been honoured with the hospital award.

The brothers pride themselves on using fresh ingredients hand-picked from their own nearby garden.

It makes the restaurant one of a kind in the area.

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“We are the only restaurant within this area that has a totally seasonal menu with all the produce that is grown from our own gardens in Cardinia.”

Diners at O.My can choose from a constantly evolving four, six or eight course degustation menu and can opt to be served with matching wines throughout the meal.

O.My grows, bakes, preserves and pickles almost everything served on its largely plant-based menu changing week on week based on what’s growing well in their boutique farm in Cardinia.

It brings a smile to the boys’ faces seeing return diners. “(One of our greatest achievements) is having an established customer base of people that love what we do here and to have a good business structure in place,” he said.

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GREEN APPROACH HAS THEM GRINNING

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BEACONSFIELD Dental has been acknowledged for its environmentally friendly building design and use of biodegradable products.

This has come shortly after being recognised among the top businesses across the state in the running for the Victorian Premier’s Sustainability Award.

Owner and principal dentist Robert Panjkov said he has had solar panels at his family home for years and so it was a natural progression to approach business with an environmental focus from the beginning.

“We have solar hot water and 60 solar panels which have a wireless device that displays the electricity generated, carbon dioxide and money saved. On a good day, the panels can generate over 100kW of energy.

Patients are regularly shown the wireless device to educate them as it is kept in one of the treatment rooms,” Mr Panjkov said.

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“We want more solar panels – we hope to eventually double the 60 solar panels we have and fill the whole roof with them. I’m also thinking about getting an electric charger port for electric cars in the car park. We currently have about four or five water tanks and I’d like to double that and

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BERWICK’S family owned iBare Giftware has taken out gold in the retail category of the Casey Cardinia Business Awards.

The store centred around style, fashion, flair and giving back to the local community, is run by fashionista sisters Magda D’Abaco and Kathryn Carricondo.

The pair have been designing and manufacturing jewellery, handbags and clothing with their own unique styling for more than seven years.

Their Berwick store boasts a boutique cafe and espresso machine for ladies to quite literally “shop till they drop”.

The duo opened their first store in Westfield Fountain Gate more than three years ago.

With a background in economics and business Ms D’Abaco said after her stint in London working for UK Vogue she couldn’t help but fall in love with the world of fashion.

“I loved it all and the hype and feel of it and wanted to put

a different spin on things and make an affordable collection so my sister being in merchandising and design was the perfect partner,” Ms D’Abaco said.

“At first we were like a party plan service and we evolved into wholesaling and design but our backbone has always been to give back to local charities and fundraisers.”

The iBare team has managed to give back more than $74,000 to the community through donating prizes to be raffled and lending their showroom space to local groups for events.

Bringing Europe to the south-east in more ways than one, the fashion duo imports material, fabric, leather, murano glass and crystal from around the world.

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Managing director Ray Keefe said the Berwick business’s success was “a great sign of how vibrant local manufacturing is”.

“The past 12 months has seen growth in Australian manufacturing every single month,” he said.

“As a result, Successful Endeavours has grown both in electronics design and electronics manufacturing, with both of them doubling the previous year’s turnover.”

For the second year in a row, Mr Keefe took home the Business and Professional Services Award at the Casey Cardinia Business Awards at Cardinia Cultural Centre, Pakenham, on Friday 16 September.

“Successful Endeavours are pleased to be contributing to the growth in local manufacturing in Australia through the design of great products that are intended to be made in Australia and providing local employment in the City of Casey,” he said.

“The projects are getting really interesting, with Internet of Things appliances dominating the project list.”

A clever pet dog management system

for Outerspace Design, a custom mobile phone that will be made in Australia for Strone, Hydrasmart bulk water tanker filling systems for Water Synergy Group, waste monitoring for Sample Science and Melbourne Water, sludge settling measurements for the CSIRO, a compactor monitoring system for Wastech Engineering, and Early Fault Detection for IND Technology are among recent projects.

“The Early Fault Detection system won the national PACE Zenith Award for 2016 for its network implementation,” Mr Keefe said.

“So a very happy client for that one and a pretty pumped design team as well.”

He started Successful Endeavours as a home office business in 1997.

“By 2005 I realised I didn’t know how to make this thing grow,” he said.

He went looking for a business mentor and tracked down the right one in 2008.

Mr Keefe rebranded the business, repositioned it in the market and moved out of home into commercial premises.

“Four months after that we won Casey Business of the Year,” he said.

He’s since picked up several awards and nominations across the country.

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By Georgia Westgarth

PEOPLE’S CHOICE

BERWICK’S Enhance Yoga is the region’s most loved after it took out the People’s Choice at the Casey Cardinia Business Awards.

The studio offers Pilates, yoga and barre- but it was most likely its welcoming and inclusive vibe that got it over the line.

Enhance Yoga prides itself on embodying all that is health, and with that, all its members form part of its ‘Enhance Tribe’.

With the motto: “The focus at Enhance Yoga is you,” it’s not hard to wonder why they took out the popularity award.

The yoga and wellness studio is the first of its kind in Melbourne’s south east to offer the unique styles of barre fusion, calligraphy flow and vinyasa flow yoga as well as workshops in a purpose-built studio.

Director at Enhance Yoga and Qi Gong and yoga teacher, Adam Beardsley, was a multiple Australian National Wushu title holder, competing abroad in the World Championships representing Australia from his years training kung fu/ wushu.

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Adam with his wife and director, Suyinh Beardsley, call their operation a family business.

“We live in the area, and are both locals and I think that’s important,” Adam said.

“The feedback we get from clients is that they love the energy here- we make an effort to ensure everyone is comfortable.”

The studio has been open in Berwick for more than a year and continues to grow in its offerings.

This is the first year the Enhance

Yoga team has been nominated foR a Casey Cardinia Business Award, and Adam said they were both humbled and honoured.

“We always had vision to not have just a studio but to have a wellness centre and to share our knowledge with others,” Adam said.

HEROIC FIRST AID TRAINING IS AIMED AT SAVING LIVES IS THERE a better business aim than saving lives?

Sisters Nikki Jurcutz and Rachael Waia, founders of Hero HQ, doubt it.

Advanced life support paramedic and CEO of Hero HQ, Nikki Jurcutz, experienced first-hand the lack of workplace and community first aid knowledge during her time working on the road as a paramedic.

Nikki realised that, although many organisations were conducting first aid training programs on an annual basis, the methods by which this education was being delivered was fundamentally failing to produce people who were knowledgeable and confident enough to act in an emergency.

The devastating impact of a lack of qualified first aid professionals in the workplace and community prompted Nikki to reach out to sister, Rachael, who was working in education at the time, with a proposal to deliver first aid training that directly addressed the gap in the industry.

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“Our mission is to deliver training that educates, empowers and fosters members of our community that are confident to act in any medical emergency,” Nikki said.

The business has three divisions.

Hero HQ provides corporate first aid training services, Young Hearts First Aid provides in-school training programs, while Tiny Hearts equips expecting parents and caregivers with paediatric first aid skills.

Hero HQ is the fastest growing first aid training company in Australia and Nikki said it aimed to transform the industry and make a difference.

“Hero HQ is really challenging quite a traditional industry to step up and make a measurable difference in the community” Rachel said.

Hero HQ plans to further innovate their service, develop their product lines, and even venture into international territory.

But Nikki said some things would never change.

“Most importantly, we will continue to empower people in the workplace, community and home with the life skills of first aid.”

Nikki and Rachael accepting last year’s Casey Cardinia Business Award.

the nation’s most well-known names such as McDonald’s and Kmart” Rachael said.

Their mission is simple.

“At Hero HQ we believe that education can save lives,” Nikki said.

became the youngest women in Australia to own a registered training organisation.

“Only three years ago it was just Nikki and I. Now we have 20 staff Australia-wide, and educate some of

Congratulations… to all the winners, finalists and nominations for the 2016 Casey Cardinia Business Awards.

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By Cam Lucadou-Wells Good old-fashioned care brought back Katherine Cheverria and her chronically ill daughter Victoria from the brink.

The pair had been marooned at home for more than a year when Narre Warren North Uniting Church members reached out to them.

At that stage a sleep-deprived, worry-wracked Ms Cheverria was an “absolute wreck”.

“When they found out Victoria was sick, they opened their doors for me.

“They lifted the world off my shoulders.”

Victoria has been through a medical battle with a mysterious bacterial infection throughout her three years of life.

Doctors couldn’t find the source of her infection.

They advised for her to stay away from other kids and playgroups out of fear of picking up a compounding illness.

Ms Cheverria plied water, jelly and large doses of Nurofen and Panadol every four hours to manage Victoria’s regular fevers of up to 42C. Ms Cheverria got on first-name terms with emergency hospital staff. In one year, Victoria was admitted a dozen times, sometimes with convulsions.

In between, there was no respite. Nowhere to go to meet other kids and parents, Ms Cheverria said.

Then Narre Warren North Uniting Church minister Ineke Gyles and member Carolee Ratcliffe visited and invited the mother and daughter to join the church’s community activities group on Wednesdays.

Ms Cheverria didn’t initially talk to anyone but started listening to other people’s conversations.

Each week, she and Victoria were invited back.

“The group was so welcoming. They weren’t pushy, they weren’t in my face - they gave me my space,” Ms Cheverria said.

“It was good old-fashioned care.”

Victoria’s infection is now improving and her fevers are becoming less frequent. It’s a relief for her mother to see her starting to play dress-ups, sing and laugh.

“I’m meeting her for the first time now. I’d never seen her happy and playing before - she was just sitting on the couch or lying in bed.

Katherine Cheverria, Victoria Gonzalez, Rev Ineke Gyles, Carolee Ratcliffe, and Mya Gonzalez at the community hub's toddler group. 158359 “In one way she was the perfect child but for the wrong reasons.”

Recently, the group suggested forming a playgroup for Victoria and other toddlers who were too sick to go to mainstream playgroups.

It will give socially isolated parents and their children contact with others in a similar situation and some respite from their imprisonment.

It formally launches on 16 September with a second family already on board.

“It will help those parents just to know they’re not alone,” Ms Cheverria said.

“It’s a hard journey on your own.”

There's a quiet hum of activity most days at Narre Warren North Uniting Church.

Fashioned as the rural community’s hub, it is home to affordable cooking classes, mosaics, crafts, tai chi, disability activities, films, photography, a communal vegie patch, and a thriving op-shop.

Activities organiser Carolee Ratcliffe says allcomers are welcome from all religions and belief systems to join in at the church’s community room and revamped kitchen.

The hub is not only connecting people but producing donations such as quilts for patients at Royal Childrens Hospital.

It also collects non-perishables for Casey North Community Information and Support Service and donates fresh produce from its vegetable

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garden for Transit soup kitchen in Narre Warren.

The church plans to introduce playground equipment for the newly-formed toddlers group.

Ms Ratcliffe says new groups are forming as participants decide to share their expertise with their mates.

Craft participants take turns to teach decoupage, quilting, Christmas decorations, card making, ribbon embroidery, knitting and crochet.

“It’s amazing how many experts we’ve got,” Ms Ratcliffe said.

The play group is at Narre Warren North Uniting Church, 1 Main Street on Fridays from 9.30 to 11.30am. For more information contact Katherine on 0431 537 489.

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By Cam Lucadou-Wells It's hard to imagine a certain soap opera’s exstickybeak tangling with the Apex Gang, but residents were urged to find “that piece of Mrs Mangel in you” at a 400-strong crime prevention gathering in Narre Warren.

What emergency services opposition spokesman Brad Battin meant was that residents should keep an eye out for each other.

It was the best form of surveillance, he told the grassroots Casey Crime Prevention Gathering at Sweeney Reserve on 10 September.

“Stop using the door inside your garage and make sure you know the neighbours in your street.

“Keep your curtains open and keep an eye out on the street.”

A resident later bailed up Mr Battin about the need for residents to be armed with guns to protect themselves from burgling gangs.

“If we start shooting, they’re not going to come back.”

Mr Battin replied: “It didn’t work in America.

I have a friend who is a policeman over there. He says the best thing we’ve got here is there are no guns.”

Mr Battin said despite three local burglaries, a regular street barbecue helped him and his neighbours feel safer.

He noted Casey had two less full-time equivalent police despite its population growing 10,000 in the past 12 months and just one divisional van on night-shift.

It “sends a very bad message to offenders”, but residents could still “go a long way” to protect themselves, he said.

The crowd gave up their Saturday afternoon and ignored the lure of football finals out of concern for the spree of home invasions and other violent crime.

Event organiser Andrew Hartley had been recently traumatised after his Narre Warren home was invaded by a carload of burglars as his children slept inside.

Mr Hartley told the gathering he wanted the community to come together to “stop this scourge”.

“I may be either idealistic or naive, but as a community I’d like to see us looking out for each

Casey councillor Rosalie Crestani and Leading Senior Constable Brett Owen at the Victoria Police information stall 159038 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS other,” he said to the applause of the crowd.

He urged residents to get alarms, CCTV and security doors because “we don’t live in the ‘70s anymore.”

“The one thing you want to do is protect your loved ones.”

Helen Van Den Berg, of Berwick, attended the event after her estate was hit by 26 break-ins in a fortnight recently.

Ms Van Den Berg said her neighbour was one of the victims. He had been watching TV at 10pm one night, found a gang of up to eight male intruders looting in the back of his house.

The burglar had got in through an unlocked back door, she said.

Having just survived a heart attack, Ms Van Den Berg shudders to think how she’d react in such a situation.

The spate of break-ins had prompted her and

her husband Brian Millgate to install shutters on all their windows, and to dead-lock their doors at all times.

She’d like to see a revival of a Neighbourhood Watch-like movement in her street.

“Community participation is very important.

If we band together and look out for each other, we can do wonders.

“We used to live in a community that everyone knew each other.

“These days people don’t socialise with their neighbours.”

James, of Beaconsfield, said there had been a break-in every second night in his estate in recent times. A nearby family home with two children had been burgled several times.

“It’s not the police’s fault. They catch them, but then (the offenders) get a slap on the wrists and they see them out doing the same thing later.”

Council is ‘stoking ignorance, racism and bigotry’

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Greens state MP Nina Springle has attacked Casey council’s “misguided and divisive” online petition to parliamentarians on what she labelled a “perceived crime wave” in the municipality.

In the Legislative Council on 14 September, Ms Springle said she and other MPs had received vast numbers of emails - automatically sent when the petition is signed.

The petition called for a range of law-and-order measures including more police in Casey, all police stations open at all times and a police station in Clyde to combat an escalating crime rate.

“Casey City Council has missed an opportunity to show real leadership here,” Ms Springle said.

“Instead Casey council has succumbed to the populist temptation to stoke the fires of ignorance, racism and bigotry with its misguided and divisive petition.”

Ms Springle said it was true that crime statis-

tics data showed an increase in theft, burglaries and robberies in Casey in the past year.

“People in Casey do have concerns, especially given the sensationalist nonsense they are reading in the Herald Sun about the so-called Apex Gang of youths when official crime statistics clearly show that people under 25 are not responsible for the increase in reported offending across the state.”

One of Casey’s proposed measures - the deportation of dual citizens who commit crime in gang settings and sentenced to jail - was “extraordinary” and “internationally illegal”.

“Local, state and federal governments must show leadership by implementing evidence-based policies that work to both reduce offending and build a more cohesive and safer community.”

Casey Mayor Sam Aziz called on Ms Springle to apologise to home invasion victims.

“I’m absolutely sure that her speech will cause great offence and even more distress to the vic-

tims whose homes have been invaded.”

Cr Aziz said the speech proved that “the Greens are a complete waste of space”.

“I’m sick and tired of our elected officials pandering again to so-called political correctness whilst ignoring the real threat to the community and stooping again to labelling people as racists and bigots when they call for practical measures to protect our community.”

Ms Springle “acted as a bush lawyer” by decrying the international illegality of the deportation measure, Cr Aziz said.

The measure was proposed by La Trobe federal MP Jason Wood, not just Casey, and was being considered by the Federal Parliament, the mayor said.

“It is Ms Springle that has missed a real opportunity to go and advocate hard on behalf of our besieged residents.”

The online petition is at casey.vic.gov.au/safercasey.

In Brief Station closure delayed Police Minister Lisa Neville has confirmed that the trialled closure of Endeavour Hills Police Station on weekend nights has been deferred for several months.

Senior Sergeant Karen Porter of Endeavour Hills police had previously said that the trialled shutdown of the counter from 5pm on weekend nights - to free up an extra patrol - was set to begin on 10 September.

However on the same day the front counter was closed due to three officers in Casey calling in sick that day.

“There have been days when there have been sicknesses that have affected our ability to open,” Sen Sgt Porter said.

The trial had been deferred, subject to approval of police command and consultation with the Police Association, she said.

The police station had once been touted as a 24/7 station.

A spokesman for Police Minister Lisa Neville said the trial would begin “within the next few months”.

Meanwhile, Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams has criticised Casey council, and particularly councillor Rafal Kaplon, for the “pedalling of misinformation” that police numbers in Casey had reduced.

Police data shows that the number of Casey police officers dropped from 157 full-time equivalent positions to 153.42 between November 2014 and June 2016.

Cr Kaplon retracted his original post and instead expressed hope that the extra police officers would be directed to growth regions like Casey.

Mayor Sam Aziz said local MPs were “oblivious” to law and order issues affecting residents.

Cash for family support Windermere Child and Family Services has received an extra $1.8 million in state funding for family violence services.

Windermere chief executive Dr Lynette Buoy said the funding will provide an extra 345 high-risk family violence response packages for those leaving or planning to leave family violence situations.

It will also fund an extra $550,000 a year for resources and services to prevent homelessness for more than 200 affected families.

Dr Buoy said family violence was one of the main causes of homelessness, particularly for women and children.

“There aren’t really wait lists as such, due to the enormity and seriousness of the issue,” a spokeswoman for Windermere said.

“Anyone requesting these packages is pretty much seen straight away.

“The additional funds allow us to provide more services and reach more people quickly.”

Wallet and alcohol stolen A Doveton man lost more than just his wallet when thieves came a-knocking.

About 8pm on Sunday 11 September a home on Crimson Drive, Doveton, was broken into.

While the owner was asleep inside the house, the raiders managed to steal his wallet which included cash and credit cards, as well as alcohol. The victim awoke at 1am the next day and called police.

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Looking Back 100 years ago 14 September 1916 Farewell ‘Lizzie’ At the last meeting of the Dandenong council it was decided, with the idea of disposing of the shire’s traction engine ‘Lizzie’, that a tender be submitted to the Hampden Shire Council, who were advertising for an engine, and the shire engineer (Mr RH Woodcock) accompanied by Cr Abbott made a trip to Camperdown district to further the sale.

‘Lizzie’ had been, however, under offer in another quarter and we are given to understand has been disposed of subject to certain tests.

The matter will come before the council at its meeting today.

50 years ago 22 September 1966

Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society Plea to Bolte on rail dangers A deputation to the Premier, Sir Henry Bolte, will seek abolition of all railway level crossings in the Oakleigh area.

The deputation from Oakleigh Council will demand a program of development to replace all existing crossings in the area with overpasses.

This is the latest move in a campaign to eliminate what drivers and many traffic authorities regard as one of the most dangerous and frustrating road conditions in existence.

20 years ago 16 September 1996 24-hour shopping spells doom: trader The State Government’s decision to allow 24hour shopping, seven days a week, will spell the end for many small business, warns a Dandenong retailer.

While many larger retailers have welcomed

the move, Mr Bruno Cannatelli of Ultimate Male Fashions in the Hub Dandenong said the extended hours will cut into the only time small retailers can spend with their families.

He has already decided to put his business, one of the most established in the centre of Dandenong, on the market.

“People do not get the bigger picture,” he said.

“What this will mean is that small retailers will be spending more time in their businesses when they are already working 60 to 70 hours per week just to keep their heads above water.

“That time is the time they spend with their families. It is their kids who are going to suffer.”

5 years ago 19 September 2011 Celling the work of police

Dandenong police station will be open to the public on Sunday 21 November, the first time since it opened in 1994.

Sergeant Pat Green is organising the open day to allow the community to see first-hand how police “go about their business”.

All people being held at the station will be moved to neighbouring stations for the day so people can tour the cells, and anyone arrested during the open day will be processed elsewhere.

The day will feature hourly tours of the station taken by two officers, information displays and Transport Accident Commission show bags.

Sgt Green said some minority groups within the Greater Dandenong community did not trust police and he hoped to change that.

“Were aiming to break down the barriers with minority groups,” he said.

Historic market gets in the blood This year Dandenong Market is celebrating its 150th anniversary.

Not many people realise that Dandenong Market is one of Melbourne’s oldest - only Prahran Market is older - and that there are many traders like me who have been here for decades.

I’m a third generation fishmonger and my family has made the market our home for 80 years.

It’s a great place - all hustle and bustle, customers always wanting a deal and traders always selling.

I have made many friends and consider the market my second home.

In 1930 my grandmother Alice and her sister Joyce purchased an existing butcher shop at the Dandenong Market and reinvented it as a fishmonger.

At that time Dandenong Market was only open on a Tuesday until 2pm, and there was also a stock and cattle market - farmers would come and purchase and sell their stock and at the same

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time they would buy their meat, fish and veggies.

My dad, Merv, spent a lot of time as a boy helping at the shop.

In 1947 my dad married my mum and together they took over the running of the fish shop.

At that time they sold seafood and also cooked fish and chips - mum would make homemade fish cakes that were so popular that people would queue up just to buy them.

Like my dad, I spent a lot of the time at the market when I was little - I remember sitting in the shop in my pram, my brother next to me,

sucking on a dummy.

When I was a bit older I would spend my time playing at the footy field next to the market and visiting the stockyards.

I loved chatting with the traders - one of my favourites was one gentleman who brought his pet monkey to the market.

The monkey was trained and would sit on his owner’s shoulder - I don’t think you’d get away with that today!

In 1976, Dandenong Market started trading on Fridays and in 1982 started trading on Saturdays.

I was training as an apprentice pastry chef but with the extra days Dad needed extra help so I started working with him.

We’d work full-time at the wholesale fish markets in West Melbourne, starting at 2am and finishing at 7am, as well as trading at the market.

On market days we would load our van with fresh seafood and sell our fresh catch from the market shop.

I took over the shop in 1992 when Dad passed away and mum wanted to retire.

I hand pick the best quality seafood from the wholesale market each market day and like to focus on Aussie seafood - I sell everything from fresh oysters, smoked trout and salmon to mussels and pippies, prawns, octopus, squid and whole fish.

I still work every day - sometimes I think about retiring but I’ve been told by customers I’ve got to keep going. They won’t let me retire!

I have some very loyal customers who have been buying their fish from me for years - I have one customer who has been shopping at Schwarze Seafood for 62 years!

I like being here - I just like being in the market, with something different every day.

Market people are different from shopping centre people - customers, too.

Everyone says hi to you.

The market sort of gets under your skin and you miss it if you’re not here.

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Council is calling for: » Increased police resources in Casey to service our growing population. » Tougher penalties and sentencing for crimes such as aggravated burglaries. » Establishment of a joint policing taskforce to combat violent street gangs. » New laws where dual citizens are deported if they commit a violent gang-related crime that lands them in jail.

Unliked! Crime Facebook clash

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Andrew Hartley’s aim was to organise an apolitical crime prevention rally - but ended up in a political bunfight with Casey’s Mayor Sam Aziz.

The pair clashed after Mr Hartley deleted the mayor’s post on the Casey Residents Crime Prevention Gathering’s Facebook page the day before the rally on 9 September.

The post had linked to the council’s online petition for more law-and-order action from the State and Federal Governments, and tougher sentencing at magistrates’ courts.

“This event page is not the forum for anyone’s political agenda,” Mr Hartley stated on Facebook.

“If anyone wants to sign the Mayor’s petition please visit his Facebook page.”

Eight minutes later at 4.30pm, Mr Hartley declared Cr Aziz called him and withdrew his support for the event “unless I support his political agenda and post his comments”.

Cr Aziz responded on the group’s page half an hour later that “I am happy to turn up tomorrow, was always going to”.

“It was Andrew who told me he would rather not have me here.”

Cr Aziz, who had intervened a week earlier to stop the event being scuttled over red-tape such as public liability insurance, said “we can’t afford to

be divided on this”.

“It was never about politics, it was about the most effective way to protect the community.”

At the 400-strong rally the next day, Cr Aziz and Mr Hartley kept their distance and didn’t speak to each other at the event.

However Cr Aziz put aside their “robust discussions” to join other speakers to thank Mr Hartley for the “fantastic forum”.

In spruiking his council’s push for a law-andorder crackdown, Cr Aziz said “politics is the answer to some of our problems”.

Another speaker and federal MP Jason Wood re-asserted his desire - shared by Cr Aziz and Casey council - for a national policing taskforce to tackle Apex Gang and similar groups, as well as deporting jailed offenders who were foreign nationals.

Mr Wood told the crowd there was, however, a difficulty with the latter proposal because many of them were juveniles - and presumably wouldn’t be jailed.

Cr Aziz later told Star News that non-citizens who don’t respect Australian law should be deported.

“You can’t expect Australia to provide you a good life and go on a crime spree.”

Despite the tension with Mr Hartley, the mayor said Casey needed three or four similar gatherings to “get the community to come together”.

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The theatre is starting to come to life with the orchestra pit, trap room and auditorium all taking shape, the structural steel to support the fly tower now in place, and the theatre seat supplier set to be appointed – a significant milestone for the project!

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Rob Ward talks up the role of Neighbourhood Watch at the Casey Residents Crime Prevention Gathering 159038 Picture: CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

Facebook vigilantes to stem crime

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Is the rise of crime-reporting Facebook pages in Casey becoming the new Neighbourhood Watch?

Members are flocking onto Facebook groups such as Churchill Park Estate Residents Group, Berwick Crimefighters and Narre Warren North Crime and Theft.

The posts regularly report sightings of suspicious cars and people, burglaries and thefts of cars and number plates in the pages’ locales.

Star News spoke with a group member Mick Drane at the Casey Residents Crime Prevention Gathering - an event that was largely promoted on Facebook.

Mr Drane, one of 230-plus members of the closed page Churchill Park Estate Residents Group, said the page was a function of changing neighbourhoods.

“We live behind closed doors. We don’t know our neighbours as well as we use to.

“This opens up those doors in a way.

“It’s a modern-day Neighbourhood Watch.”

Mr Drane said the page also created security awareness among residents, passing on information about a suspicious car loitering in the area.

Some members, who “prefer not to know” about the large volume of incidents, were however turned off by the hyper-vigilance, he says.

“I think knowledge is power. It’s surprising to know how much crime is going on.”

An interesting topic on one of the Casey-based

Facebook pages gives some insight to the level of fear among residents.

It was raised on the closed forum whether criminals were scanning the Facebook groups for members’ names - and looking up addresses in the White Pages.

It was thought up by one of its members as they were “lying in bed thinking about these bastards”.

Neighbourhood Watch Casey has its own Facebook page but co-ordinator Rob Ward encourages residents to get to know their neighbours the old-fashioned way.

“I’m on a first name basis with everyone in our street,” Mr Ward said.

“When there’s a strange vehicle in our area, we know about it.”

Facebook groups were more likely to report suspicious activity among members, but residents in an active Neighbourhood Watch area were more likely to report to police and Crime Stoppers.

“Reporting something to Facebook doesn’t result in action.”

Mr Ward said Neighbourhood Watch was “thriving”, partly relying on social media with more than 2000 likes on its actively updated Facebook page.

Impressed with the Casey Residents Crime Prevention Gathering, he said the group was set to host a community event in Cranbourne South in October.

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Market book looks back

It’s all heart for council award

By Casey Neill Celebrations for Dandenong Market’s 150th year kicked off with a launch for a 20-metre mural and a book rich with history.

The produce hub’s doors first opened for trade on 10 October in 1866.

Author Michael Schmith has captured its evolution over the years since in Dandenong Market: Celebrating 150 Years, launched on Tuesday 13 September.

He had just six weeks to prepare the 128-page hard cover book, which features original photographs and historical records.

“The best thing was to come to the market and talk to the people who matter the most, and the people who matter the most in the market are the traders and the customers,” he said.

“You see how it works and you see this whole spirit of community which, like its produce, is fresh daily.

“It depends on people. It’s not a supermarket.

It’s not a shopping mall. It’s got give and take and a community spirit that’s unquenchable.”

A 20-metre photographic mural and a new name for the laneway it adorns - Rosling Lane were also unveiled at the event.

The name pays tribute to an auctioneer from the market’s early days, Thomas Rosling.

Judy Legg and daughter Michelle Davidson attended and appear on the mural in a larger-thanlife photograph of their 1970s trip to the market.

Judy can’t remember the snap being taken, and Michelle marvelled at how the market had changed “since the old days when the stalls were little carts”.

One of the market’s newest traders, Melina’s Bakery and Larder, created a 1.5 metre cake for the occasion.

Celebrations will continue on Sunday 16 October with the Dandenong Market 150th Jubilee.

A bronze sculpture reflecting life in the market will be unveiled on Friday 4 November.

The Dandenong Market: Celebrating 150 Years will be available from the Dandenong Market management office for $30 from Saturday 1 October.

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Tackling heart disease earned Greater Dandenong Council a state award and the chance to take home a national prize.

Heart Foundation Victoria CEO KellieAnn Jolly presented Greater Dandenong with the ‘Councils with populations greater than 25,000’ Heart Foundation Local Government Award at the Municipal Association Victoria’s (MAV) annual conference in Melbourne on Thursday 8 September.

The council is now in the running for the national award, to be announced later this year.

“The City of Greater Dandenong won this award due to two excellent initiatives that were backed by sound community consultation and encourage more physical activity in the community,” Ms Jolly said.

“The judges were impressed with the Ross Reserve Youth and Urban Skate Park, which has become a state of the art skate park and youth precinct that provides more social and recreational opportunities for the community - particularly families, children and young people.

“The Greater Dandenong Walking Strategy, which was endorsed last year, also demonstrates an increased commitment to walkability with a range of improvements and activities already in place.”

Ms Jolly said the awards were in their 24th year and recognised the outstanding achievements of local governments in the fight against heart disease - the single biggest killer of Australian men and women.

“Local governments play a pivotal role in introducing structural change, implementing policies and creating supportive environments which allow people to be physically active, reduce smoking and improve their nutrition,” she said.

Councillor Peter Brown said the award included a $2000 prize, which the council intended to spend on a defibrillator in the name of the Heart Foundation.

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Creditors voted to wind up the company at a meeting on 25 August, with “bits and pieces” of its plant equipment and intellectual property still to be liquidated, administrator Jason Stone of PKF Melbourne said.

Botanic Homes owed up to $5 million to 250 creditors including customers and tradies.

One tradie told Star News he was owed $200,000 and had been assured of the company’s financial viability up to the day it folded.

He remains unpaid for “big jobs” in April and May while - unknown to him - Botanic Homes was meeting with PKF about “insolvency options”.

He held little hope of recovering the debt.

A customer, who doesn’t wish to be named, said the building of their dream home began in March after they bought land in Cloverlea Estate, Chirnside Park, two years ago.

In early May, Botanic Homes went into voluntary receivership.

She said she was annoyed that despite the builder’s financial woes it still “took our hefty deposit and continued on business as usual”.

“It makes me think there is little to no money left to be returned to creditors.”

Mr Stone said ex-staff would however have their entitlements paid out under the Federal Government’s General Employee Entitlements and Redundancy Scheme (GEERS).

The scheme would be invoked due to Botanic having not enough assets to fund their payouts “in the short term”.

PKF will further investigate if there were any recoverable transactions and whether to take action against directors Robert Bender and Craig Garvey.

“We don’t have any control over the directors’ assets but the secured creditors have taken action against them.

“I believe most of the directors’ property has been sold and settled, and (those) creditors got some money.”

Mr Stone said there was a “little period” of insolvent trading before PKF’s appointment on 3 May. PKF can prosecute the directors to claim any new debts incurred while trading insolvent.

“We need to conduct investigations as to whether there’s any commercial benefit in pursuing a claim,” Mr Stone said.

“If directors’ other assets have been secured by other creditors, it might be no good making a claim that won’t recover any funds.”

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Merger sets a new course for clubs Churchill Park Golf Club and Waverley Golf Club members have voted for a merger that will jointly base the clubs at the Endeavour Hills course.

Both clubs’ members voted in separate special general meetings on 14 September to form the merged Churchill-Waverley Golf and Bowls Club.

It will be based at the Churchill Park course, with the Waverley club’s course in Bergins Road, Rowville, to be sold for redevelopment.

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Churchill Park president Geoff Ellis said the merger was required for both clubs’ long-term future.

“Both of our clubs have suffered for some time from the oversupply of golf courses in Melbourne.”

The new club plans for an extensive upgrade of the Churchill Park course, bowls greens and clubhouse.

Hooray for the School Holidays!

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MONASH COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD A MULGRAVE COUNTRY CLUB SPECIAL PROMOTION

Notting Hill Neighbourhood House Auspiced by Notting Hill Community Association Inc. 37 Westerfield Drive, Notting Hill Vic 3168 Tel: 9561 0114 or 0403 010 510 Email: nhoffice@nottinghillnh.org.au Website: http://nottinghillnh.org.au

Welcome to Term 4 Notting Hill Neighbourhood House is preparing for an action packed Term before the year draws to a close. Where has the year disappeared? Well, time does fly when one is in the midst of exciting activity. We thank all the volunteers and community members who are contributing to the ongoing success of House endeavours. We also thank the City of Monash for working with us to install a new community garden with a universal access design. In September we introduced a new policy whereby hall and classroom hire is now for non-profit organisations which further the aim of social inclusion through their services to the community. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are a member of such an organisation wishing to book a space.

The House maintained a large array of event offerings over the Winter. The Epic Winter Camp on 4-8th July was a great success with 20-30 kids per day participating in enjoyable, thought provoking activities such as Minute to Win It and making compasses. Food and Fun Fridays were a blast with a Winter Wonderland theme on 8th July, a memorable Olympic Games occasion on 12th August and a Spring version on 9th September. Open House (17th July) also saw a wonderful turnout for sample workshops/demonstrations of classes, a door prize and a delicious sausage sizzle. Eat, Chat, Play (26th July, 18th August and 15th September) brought in a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere for elderly residents and children in particular to connect through craft, books, board games and a morning tea. Note the following details of upcoming events over the next 3 months: •฀Food and Fun Friday on 11th November and 9th December (Christmas/End of Year gathering) (both from 6.00-8.00pm) •฀Eat, Chat, Play on 20th October, 17th November and 15th December (all on Thursday from 10.00am-12.00pm) •฀Our Little Caravan Spring Market on Friday 30th September (10.00am-2.00pm) – sell, browse or buy homemade crafts, have a cuppa and enjoy a mouth-watering sausage sizzle. This is a great event for the whole family.

•฀EPIC฀Halloween Party on Friday 14th October (6.00-9.00pm) (Food and Fun Friday date) – Get involved in spooky games and a disco, costume contest and BBQ! This is sure to be a massive hit, so book now…

•฀Notting Hill Community Association AGM on Sunday 16th October (2pm) – all members of the local community are invited to have their say and enjoy an afternoon tea.

•฀De-Stash Market on Saturday 22nd October (11.00am-2.00pm).

NOW is the last chance to enrol for Term 4 classes. The timetable is available onsite, at the City of Monash libraries or on our website.

Before the end of the year, make sure you try: Pastel Painting (Mondays 10am-12pm) for relaxation and creativity; computer classes with a patient tutor for all levels on Tuesdays; MathsHub for kids’ enjoyment and education (Tuesday afternoons); Clayton Choral Group (Wednesdays 1-3pm every fortnight), Singing & Piano on Thursday evenings, Let’s get MESSY (exciting craft class for kids on Fridays 1011am); Telugu Group (multiple activities) every weekend from 1-6pm; vocational classes with Ethical Training Solutions and Garden Club.

Don’t miss out also on the old favourites for children and adults before the year wraps up.

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Monash Community Notice Board gives community groups the opportunity to publicise their events for free.

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Casey Mayor Sam Aziz said it was hoped that the public square - at the top of the hill and close to the library and leisure centre - would be a popular “central heart” of the community.

“The addition of the cafe/kiosk and associated outdoor seating will further enhance the area and help the space become a popular place for the community to come to relax and meet.”

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Days of crime innocence gone

By Cam Lucadou-Wells The region’s top cop yearns for the old days.

The days when people could leave whatever they liked in their unlocked cars. Or they could walk to the milk bar any time of the day or night without being “molested”.

Long before there was the recent explosion in violent home-invasions and car-jackings on a scale “we haven’t seen before”.

“But unfortunately those days are long gone,” Superintendent Paul Hollowood told a crowd of up to 400 residents who had banded together at Sweeney Reserve on Saturday 10 September for answers to the crime spree.

It was hard to know what was driving the young offenders, Supt Hollowood told the Casey Residents Crime Prevention Gathering.

The grass-roots event - with self-defence demos and security expert stalls - was organised by Andrew Hartley after his Narre Warren home was recently invaded by a carload of burglars.

Supt Hollowood said the offenders seemed “increasingly disengaged” from their families and culture, and coming under the sway of alcohol and drugs.

Many of them were repeat offenders, no matter how many times they were arrested and incarcerated.

“In the long run, we need to address the underlying issues.”

Supt Hollowood told Star News after the speech that some of the gang members were just “caught up” with peer influence. Most were repeat offenders.

“We’ve got to try to divert them to find some alternatives and channel them in the right direction.”

At Parkville youth detention centre, offenders were being kept busy with schooling and self-esteem programs - but those efforts fell down when they came out.

“There are programs (outside) but no incentives for them to do it.”

In the juvenile criminal system, there was more of a focus on the offender’s welfare ahead of community safety.

Andrew Hartley and Superintendent Paul Hollowood at the crime prevention gathering. 159038 Given the dangerous nature of recent crimes, these factors were in a “fine balance”, Supt Hollowood said. Since May, there had been 160 major arrests by local cops - which was some progress in dismantling the gangs, Supt Hollowood said.

Recently, police freed up more frontline tactical officers “out on the road” and formed Taskforce Tense from some of the region’s best detectives.

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“But we are not going to be able to enforce our way out of it,” Supt Hollowood warned the gathering.

He urged residents to be more aware of their surroundings, have home security measures and learn to support each other in “these trying times”.

In recent weeks, the escalating crime rate, the weekend night shutdown of Endeavour Hills po-

lice station, and police numbers have been hotly debated. Casey Council has launched an online petition and flown its council flag at half-mast in the latest of its anti-crime lobbying efforts.

Supt Hollowood told the crowd he was “fairly confident” that the State Government’s commitment to extra police would translate to more in Casey’s growth corridor.

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Ratepayers pay up as council given all clear

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Casey council and the state opposition have criticised ratepayers being charged $22,000 for a State Government municipal monitor that has given the council the all-clear.

South Eastern Metropolitan MP Inga Peulich said the government’s attempt to “destabilise” the council -and find a trigger to sack or suspend it had backfired.

Ms Peulich said the government should reimburse Casey ratepayers.

“Only a Labor State Government could think it a good idea to spend approximately $25,000 of ratepayers’ funds to investigate a $2204.50 staff

error, which was already repaid, when a simple phone call would have sufficed,” Ms Peulich said.

The municipal monitor Bill Jaboor was appointed by Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins in June after tabling a damning State Ombudsman’s report into Casey’s special charge scheme on Market Lane residents.

In his report, he found the council improved its decision-making processes for closing its meetings to the public and developed a consistent policy on community consultation for special charge schemes.

Casey mayor Sam Aziz said it was “disappointing the minister (Natalie Hutchins) slugged Casey ratepayers” for the monitor.

Cr Aziz said the council “moved swiftly” to complete the Ombudsman’s five recommendations within two weeks of the report being tabled.

He said Mr Jaboor identified “minor improvements” to the council’s governance process.

“The monitor’s findings vindicate council, confirming the City of Casey is a high functioning council that is working to the highest standards of governance and transparency.

“An open invitation also exists for the Minister to visit Casey to see all of the fantastic facilities and services being delivered by council to benefit the residents of Casey.” Ms Hutchins said she was sure “residents and businesses (in Casey) will welcome the conclusion of this matter”.

Man shows no remorse after raping online ‘friend’

By Cam Lucadou-Wells A man has been jailed for up to six years and faces being deported after showing “absolutely no remorse” for the violent rape of a Facebook ‘friend’ in a Berwick nightclub car park in 2014.

Anjan Shrestha, 29, had been convicted by a County Court jury after pleading not guilty to one count of rape.

Shrestha had “stalked” his victim before the offence, then repeatedly lied about the incident to his girlfriend, police and the jury, County Court Judge Geoffrey Chettle said in his sentencing remarks on 14 September.

During the incident, the accused followed the victim and her friends leaving the Dance Nightclub shortly after 2am on 24 August 2014.

He drove behind them with his car’s headlights switched off.

As the victim separated from her friends to buy chips from a kebab shop, Shrestha moved his

car to wait in a remote corner of a car park for the victim.

When she passed carrying her chips, Shrestha called out her name then grabbed her from behind and pushed her to the ground.

As he attacked her she punched, squirmed and told him to get off her. He told her he knew her on Facebook and raped her about five times, the victim had stated.

Judge Chettle said Shrestha only ceased the attack when the victim forced him off.

He ran to his car and later that night changed his Facebook name and altered his profile picture from his face to a car.

Shrestha told his girlfriend that night and later a County Court jury that the sex was consensual.

The victim, in her impact statement, stated she had been medicated for post-traumatic stress, anxiety and depression since the rape.

She stated she breaks down in social situations and may never get over the events.

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jailed Shrestha for a term of “double figures” if not constrained by “current sentencing practices”.

The offence, which carries a maximum term of 25 years, was at the “upper-to-moderate” end of seriousness, Judge Chettle said.

He noted Shrestha was psychologically assessed as a serious risk of re-offending and as selfabsorbed and unwilling to take part in a sexual offenders’ program.

The accused was also a Nepalese national sponsored on a partner’s visa by his pregnant girlfriend and that he was likely to be deported, the judge said.

“In my view, it will be in the interests of the community to have you deported.”

Shrestha has been convicted of subsequent dangerous driving and failing to stop at an accident in 2015.

Judge Chettle sentenced Shrestha to a fouryear non-parole period, and placed him on the sexual offenders’ register for eight years.

Doctors check school health Seven Casey schools will be among the first in the state to be part of a new medical program which will see doctors work from 100 secondary schools across Victoria.

The State Government announced the first ‘Doctors in Secondary Schools Program’ on Thursday 1 September.

The program will give more than 70,000 Victorian students regular access to a doctor and healthcare on school grounds.

Cranbourne East Secondary College, Cranbourne Secondary College, Hallam Senior Secondary College, Lyndale Secondary College, Fountain Gate Secondary College, Gleneagles Secondary College and Narre Warren South P-12 College are set to gain GPs as early as term one, next year.

Participating schools will partner with local doctors who will visit for up to one day a week, with students able to get referrals to specialists.

Half of the schools participating in the program are located in regional Victoria.

A further 25 schools taking part in the program are located in Melbourne’s growth areas and urban fringe.

The State Government said work was now underway on recruitment and training, building consultation rooms at schools and establishing partnerships with local healthcare providers.

The Andrews Government provided $43.8 million for ‘Doctors in Secondary Schools’ in the Victorian Budget 2016-’17, including $25.8 million for staff and operational costs and $18 million to build consultation rooms on school grounds.

“Happy, healthy and resilient students learn better, stay in school longer and achieve more,” Premier Andrews said.

“We know that young people - particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds - are the least likely to see a GP, so putting doctors in schools will make sure these kids have the access to healthcare they need.”

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Staying connected and talking are two of the most important things concerning someone’s mental wellbeing.

Suicide is, sadly, a part of our society and prevention is vital.

St John of God Berwick Hospital supports RU OK? Day annually and in 2016 is raising awareness of mental health and suicide prevention within the community.

The hospital has seen teams of caregivers undertake ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) over the past year which prepares them to provide first aid to persons at risk of suicide.

It is hoped that these added skills will allow the team to help even more people in need.

The hospital’s St John of God Raphael Services provides perinatal and infant mental health care and research.

Staffed by a multidisciplinary team of mental health clinicians, the service provides specialised mental health (including psychiatric) services to mothers, fathers and families in the perinatal and infancy stages. Raphael Services manager Bronwyn Owen said: “Days like RU OK? are important in raising awareness of mental health.

“It’s about making it easier for those suffering to speak up and also making family and friends aware of the signs to look out for.

“Importantly, it’s also about what to do and where to go for help if you are concerned about a friend, family member of colleague.

“These doors are often opened by the simple gesture of asking ‘are you ok?’”

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NOBLE PARK The second visitors step in to this warm and elegant apartment they instantly know this home has been tenderly cared for and may well be in better condition today than it was when it was new.

The benefits are clear whether buyers are looking for an investment or a home to occupy. It has a modern open plan living design with neutral colour schemes and large glass areas to maximise light, split system heating and cooling, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and private balcony with access from both bedrooms and the living area.

This two bedroom apartment comes with an en suite and main bathroom and laundry and a single parking space. Extra features include security tag controlled entry, intercom system, security camera surveillance system and lift service between floors, plus much more.

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AGENT TESTIMONIALS Want to know which real estate agents get “bragging rights” from happy vendors? Here are a few…

We love Harcourts Unity Noble Park!

I want to say how happy Le and I are with the friendly, efficient, first class service every time we approached you and you have just made our move to our next home so much smoother, simpler and less stressful due to your professionalism and efficiency. You have achieved an excellent result in an amazingly short time, you have made my family and I so happy with everything you have done for us. YOU are the best agent I have ever known; we appreciate all your hard work. We will definitely recommend families and friends in the future.

Thuy & Le 62 Nance Street, Noble Park Agent: Alice (Phuong) Le Address: 30 Douglas Street, Noble Park Office Phone Number: 03 8555 3828 Website: www.unity.harcourts.com.au

I initially put my home on the market with another agent. There were several agreements made between myself and the estate agent which were not honored once I had signed the authority, the agent was suddenly too busy and had no time to address my enquiries and concerns. My home was scheduled to go to auction which it passed in for $552,000 - I was simply told that this was the current market value, which I did not believe to be true. I had crossed paths with Corey one afternoon and decided to assign him to represent me to give the sale of my home another shot. In 13 days he was able to sell my home for $620,000. I was ecstatic about the result that was achieved by him. Would highly recommend Corey and his Biggin & Scott team to anyone.

Andrew Nielson 16 Filer Court, Keysborough Agent: Corey (Khoi) Le Address: 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Office Phone Number: 03 858 10 999 Website: bigginscott.com.au

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Large rear yard. Located in a quiet court.

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Shop 13 Narelle Dr, Aspendale Gardens S/C VIC 3195 03 8586 6411

Take the opportunity to set yourself up in this prestige court with large allotments & quality homes. Whether you are looking for an established property or dreaming of building your own home this court offers it all.

AUCTION 1 - 10 WEB COURT, WARRAGUL Vacant Land - 2503m2 - all main services available AUCTION 2 - 3 WEB COURT, WARRAGUL 3BR Home with neutral tones throughout, Land - 2246m2 (1/2 acre), potential multiple home sites, parkland settings

Auction 15 Oct 11:00am

AUCTION 3 - 9 WEB COURT, WARRAGUL Vacant Land - 1477m2 - all main services available

Ben Trinh 0413 616 929

Jolene Vo 0411 505 902

AUCTION 4 - SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION 8 Web Court - 5BR Home, 370m2 shed, Land 2584m2

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WARRAGUL / 41 Gladstone Street & 78 Albert Street Contact Anthony Rabl 0458 236 466 / Inspect By Appointment RARE COMMERCIAL DUAL TITLE FREEHOLD

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY, GREAT INVESTMENT AT FINEST DOVETON LOCATION INSPECT SATURDAY 24TH FROM 12.30PM Old fire damaged home located on flat 620sqm block of land in prime Doveton location has a great potential of subdividing into 2 units – subject to Council approval, within walking distance to schools, parks and bus stop.

About 5 minutes drive to Dandenong Plaza and a stone’s throw to Monash Freeway and Princes Highway. Grab this opportunity.

For more information please call Bhimsen on 0407 799 048 or Roger on 0449 596 723.

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Do not miss this rare opportunity to purchase TWO outstanding inner town adjoining commercial 1 zoned (CZ1) properties with the combined land size of approx. 2035m2. Boasting high profile road frontages on the fringe of the Warragul CBD, each title comprises existing office/consulting suites and on-site parking, with one property currently leased to a long term excellent tenant. Both properties have direct street access and would suit an array of tenants. These unique properties are in a prime position on the verge of what is poised amongst Warragul’s obvious Commercial expansion strategy.

AUCTION / Friday 21st October 1.00pm (onsite) TERMS / 10% Deposit, balance 30/60/90/120 Days 33 Smith St Warragul

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Endless Possibilities on 787m2 (approx) Welcome to a quiet 3 BDR home that has an abundance of future potential. If you want a home with a plethora of options, this is the one for you. Sitting on a large block of 787m2 (approx) you have the option to bulldoze the block and build multiple dwellings (STCA), renovate the existing home and build at the rear (STCA) or simply refresh the home to its former glory over time and enjoy a spacious rear.

On the Market for the First Time in 60 Years! This builders own impeccably built family home sitting on approx 600m2 of beautifully landscaped gardens, has something for everyone’s needs. Inside you’ll find a spacious living room with floor to ceiling windows that leads into a beautifully kept kitchen with garden views.

Having 4 very large BDRs plus a study means that this is ideal for families, large or small & with 2 spacious, clean and tidy bathrooms, no one will be waiting!

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Saturday 8th October at 11am Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days.

Sat 12:30 - 1pm Photo ID required Chang Wang 0450 706 668 Alice Wong 0401 650 862 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 4th October at 5pm unless sold prior $580,000+ Sat 1:15 - 1:45pm Photo ID required Steven Vavouras 0413 240 148 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

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Tuesday 18th October at 5pm unless sold prior $420,000+ Tues 5:30 - 6pm & Sat 1:30 - 2pm Photo ID required Phong Ho 0432 031 601 Kim Sear Lim 0423 374 998 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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16 HoPKiNS Street

BIG FAMILY HOME/DEVELOPMENT SITE (STCA)!

Set in a superb location only a short walk to the Dandenong Market, High Schools, Tafe college and Oasis Sports Centre, this spacious home offers accommodation for the large or extended family. Boasting four bedrooms, rumpus/ billiards room, formal lounge room, kitchen/meals plus a large brick bungalow which could provide for older parents or second family. All appliances are gas and the home has hardwood timber floors and high ceilings. Some updating and renovation is required OR redevelop the 700m2 (approx) site to two big homes multiple units (STCA).

20 Day Street

PALATIAL SPLENDOUR!

CURRENTLY LET TO EXCELLENT TENANTS!

Immaculate Central townhouse located only a short walk to the city centre and High School.

Features separate driveway access to a large garage with remote control door, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, three toilets, chef’s kitchen with marble benchtops and Bosch appliances including dishwasher, two separate living areas, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and magnificent balcony views to the North-West. The craftsman finish reveals 2.7m ceilings, ornate cornices and architraves, oak staircase and highly polished timber floors. Practical low maintenance and lavishly appointed.

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31/2 SaNoma Drive

BETTER THAN NEW!

Near new three bedroom home on easy care cottage block. Large tiled open plan living with central kitchen. The kitchen has gas hot plates, underbench oven and rangehood with large breakfast bar. The lounge is sunny with North facing windows and the family area overlooks the secure rear yard. Access to the double open garage, with remote doors, is off the street and can also be used as a covered entertaining area for those larger occasions. Currently rented under the NRAS scheme which provides incredible cash back/tax rebate incentives from the Government, but can also be sold with Vacant Possession if you want to move in.

HARD TO FIND THREE BEDROOM HOME!

For Sale: $360,000 plus buyers oPeN: Sat 12:40pm to 1:00pm

Eumemmerring

For Sale: offers over $470,000 oPeN: Wed 3:30pm to 3:50pm & Sat 11:30am to 11:50am

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STREET ACCESS & 1 YEAR YOUNG!

This one bedroom apartment is located on ground level and has direct street access and sunny North facing living area.

Mosaic Apartments are a modern well built development close to railway station and shopping centre.

The current Tenant would love to stay on and the new buyer can take over the current NRAS Licence which pays the Landlord rebates and tax concessions which in turn pays off the property quickly or Vacant Possession available if required. One of the best opportunities you will find!

NRAS APPROVED LICENCE IF REQUIRED!

For Sale: offers over $270,000 oPeN: Sat 12:00pm to 12:20pm

Dandenong Central

2/1 Culliver aveNue

A HIDDEN BEAUTY!

Step inside and be amazed with the quality finish of this spacious home which boasts a huge living area, convenient dining off the stylishly designed kitchen offering gas cooking, rangehood and lots of cupboard space. Tucked away from the living area are the three large bedrooms with built in robes, large family bathroom and separate laundry. The master bedroom has a full ensuite and walk in robe. Other notable features include ducted heating, air conditioning, floating timber floors, high ceilings, vertical blinds, window locks, downlights, private backyard and huge single garage plus an additional car space. Close to transport, schools, Freeway access and the new Village Dandenong Shopping Centre! YOU'VE GOT TO LOOK INSIDE!

Bright and spacious front villa unit positioned just a walk from the Dandenong Market, CBD and many other Central facilities. Being just one of three on the block, it offers a large lounge, spacious modern kitchen overlooking the dining area, two bedrooms with mirrored built in robes, neat family bathroom and separate laundry. The easy maintenance private front yard and side yard can be accessed from the laundry and the lock up garage. Other notable features are gas cooking, gas hot water service, ducted heating, roller blinds and aluminium windows. At this price and location, this is a property that you can not afford to miss!

UNBEATABLE VALUE FOR MONEY!

For Sale: offers over $390,000 oPeN: thurs 5:00pm to 5:20pm & Sat 1:40pm to 2:00pm

For Sale: offers over $340,000 oPeN: Sat 12:20pm to 12:40pm

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Doveton

10 CyPruS Street

737m2 (approx) OF PRIME LAND WITH A GREAT HOME!

This property has all the ‘I wants’ with a huge block and wide drive access for that future redevelopment project (STCA) yet a home that is ready just to move in to and love. This home has been in the family for decades and has seen a generation of family start their lives here and move on to raise their own families. There are three bedrooms, a renovated bathroom with walk-in shower and space to spare and a very workable living area. Separate lounge with an adjoining dining area and a kitchen that could easily be extended and remodelled. There is a large covered outdoor entertaining area that overlooks the huge back yard with its in ground pool and fenced off areas. Close to shops, bus, schools and medical facilities. The choice is yours! LIVE - INVEST - ENJOY THE LOCATION!

For Sale: offers over $395,000 oPeN: Wed 3:00pm to 3:20pm & Sat 11:40am to 12:00pm

1/61 Herbert Street

POSITION PLUS!

2 Karo Court

DUAL OCCUPANCY POTENTIAL (STCA)!

This attractive clinka brick home is set on a generous block of approximately 680m2 with sweeping views across parkland. There is ample driveway access to the backyard, ideal for development at the rear of the existing home (STCA). Close to Freeway access and only minutes to Dandenong CBD and Westfield Shopping Centre. The home comprises of three bedrooms, formal lounge room and separate kitchen/meals area and features hardwood floors.

Renovation is required. An ideal opportunity to enter the market and put your development plans into action in the future!

MONEY TO BE MADE!

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John Ratnam Sales Consultant 0414 556 517

Stephen Lamb Sales Consultant 0421 045 460

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45/63-83 James Street Dandenong

FANTASTIC DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL Zoned mixed use, this original shop of 70m2 approximately has an attached 2 bed unit with rear access from lane.

Potential to erect 1 or 2 apartments above ground level(STP). Ideal for small business to occupy & rent rear unit. Currently let but vacant possession is available.

Terriic location close to all facilities.

AFFORDABLE 1ST HOME OR INVESTMENT Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 24th Sept at 1pm 10% dep-bal 60 days $300,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday from 12.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

1 Birdwood Avenue Dandenong

Located in popular St James Village this well presented 2 bedroom townhouse is unbeatable value. Offers huge lounge with gas heating & RC air conditioning, separate kitchen with ample cupboards & gas cooking, laundry & separate toilet & upstairs two double bedrooms, main tiled bathroom with 2nd toilet & separate shower. Front & rear courtyard plus single garage. Don’t miss this!

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 8th Oct at 11am 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $300,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 1-1.30pm Ben Luu 0414 288 763

96 Somerset Drive Rosewood Downs

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN PRIME LOCATION

With a Residential Growth Zoning & land area of 603m2 with a 19m frontage, this property is ideal for development (STP). Zoning allows high density townhouses (STP).

Existing timber home can be let prior to obtaining permit.

DON’T MISS THIS!

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 8th Oct at 1pm 10% dep-bal 30/60 days $550,000+ Saturday 12-12.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

Designed for 2 families this versatile property is set on a 650m2 block with direct access to Thirhatuan Park.

Easily converted to a large home, the accommodation offers 4 bedrooms with BIR’s, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, 2 full kitchens & separate expansive living areas. Includes quality ittings, ducted heating & air conditioning. Private rear patio plus lots of potential for later extension.

Fantastic for large family or in-law accommodation. Great Rosewood Downs position close to schools, transport, shops & freeway access.

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Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 15th Oct at 1pm 10% dep - bal 60 days $600,000+ Saturday 2-2.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

Auction Terms Price Inspect

Sat 22nd Oct at 12pm 10% dep - bal 90 days $700,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 12-12.30pm Jerome Mulholland 0401 060 804

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34 Herbert Street Dandenong

FABULOUS FAMILY HOME

PRIME CENTRAL LOCATION

Located in a quiet position close to schools, transport & freeway access, this one owner home is sure to impress!

Offers 4 bedrooms plus open study (easily converted to extra bedroom, stunning open plan living area with tiled lounge area, cupboard packed as new kitchen with WO, gas HP & DW, luxurious main bathroom plus ensuite to master. Upstairs rumpus provides extra living area.

Includes ducted heating & air conditioner for comfort.

Covered rear patio overlooking lovely rear garden with water feature. Large garage & storage area under house.

Don’t miss this!

Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 22nd Oct at 11am 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $600,000+ Saturday 1-1.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088

Classic 3 bedroom BV set on a 705m2 block very close to Market & shopping centre. With a residential growth zoning, this site has development potential for apartments or units (STP). Bonus that site is not affected by Infrastructure Levy. Property also ideal for dual occupancy retaining existing home. Easy to let prior to permit approval. Fantastic opportunity here!

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sitting on a generous rectangular block, this stunning home presents the young family, irst home buyer or investors great opportunity.

• Tiled kitchen w/ SS appliances • Updated bathroom w/ separate toilet • Ducted heating throughout • x2 separate carport • Ample driveway space for multiple vehicles • Generous backyard space

Private sale esr $630,000+ vieW Saturday 11:00 - 11:30pm Thur 4:00 - 4:30pm Photo ID Required contact Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 office 363 Springvale Road, Springvale

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Private sale esr $1,100,000+ vieW Saturday 1:00 - 1:45pm Thur 6:00 - 6:45pm Photo ID Require contact Corey (khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 office 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

a charming family home, architecturally inspired and tucked in front of your own private park.

Delightful family home

luxe family living Picture-book perfect, this 3 year old 5-bedroom Porter Davis home in a quiet Keysborough street offers luxury family living on an utterly glamorous scale.

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Multiple formal/informal living zones Ground loor bedroom w/ BIR High quality ittings Outdoor space Landscaped low-maintenance gardens 3.5KW solar panel 551 sqm/43 sq (approx)

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With an abundance of potential, this stunning architect designed and owner built home is family orientated to capture light, maximise outlooks, allows a lifestyle of casual living.

• Feng Shui features • Wunderlich tiled roof with 8 solar panels • Hardwood frame with concrete stumps • Hardwood polished loorboards throughout • Fully insulated • Kitchen fully equipped with electrical appliances • Reverse cycle air conditioners

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Large rear extension with bar New ducted heating system New sub-loor ventilation system 2.5KW solar panels ECO-GEM LED down lights Ample car accommodation

A3 B1 E2 C4 Private sale esr Contact Agent vieW Photo ID Required contact Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 office 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

A4 B2 E2 C4 Private sale esr $660,000+ vieW Thur 5:00-5:30 Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo id require contact Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 office 363 Springvale road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

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282 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong obrienrealestate.com.au Lin Zhang 0403 187 808 Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

Buyers Over $300,000+

282 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong obrienrealestate.com.au Bob Milkovic 0422 504 106 Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

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9793 3175

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9793 3175

t 2 bed + study, master with WIR and ENS t Modern kitchen with s/s appliances t Gas ducted heating and reverse A/C

282 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong obrienrealestate.com.au Bob Milkovic 0422 504 106 Marree Charalambous 0432 042 686

Saturday 24 September at 12:30pm

282 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong obrienrealestate.com.au Bob Milkovic 0422 504 106 Marree Charalambous 0432 042 686

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Endeavour Hills 7 Dealbata Avenue

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9706 0556

For auction.

9706 0556

Saturday 8 October at 11:30am

Shop 41 Endeavour Hills SC , Endeavour Hills obrienrealestate.com.au Jay Giblett 0417 681 312 Shenay Miller 0418 149 641

Saturday 8 October at 12:30pm

Shop 41 Endeavour Hills SC , Endeavour Hills obrienrealestate.com.au Jay Giblett 0417 681 312 Shenay Miller 0418 149 641

t 3 bedrooms (master with WIR and ensuite) t 2 separate and spacious living zones t Renovated kitchen with stone bench tops

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Endeavour Hills 4 Hutchins Avenue

t 3 bedrooms with BIR’s, living zone t Renovated kitchen overlooking separate dining zone and an alfresco

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Endeavour Hills 2 Sorbus Close

For sale.

9706 0556

For auction.

9706 0556

Buyers Over $440,000

Shop 41 Endeavour Hills SC , Endeavour Hills obrienrealestate.com.au Umesh Kumar 0434 023 805

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Lost order risks region’s jobs

By Casey Neill There’s a question mark over thousands of jobs in the south-east after Dandenong manufacturer Bombardier missed out on the state’s single largest train order.

On Monday 12 September the State Government announced that the Evolution Rail consortium - including Downer Rail, CRRC and Plenary - would build 65 new high capacity metro trains (HCMT).

It prompted the south-east business community to encourage lobbying of local MPs and promotion of the region as a key manufacturing centre.

South-east Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) said the decision to award the $2 billion-plus contract to a “foreign, state-owned company” was “a major blow to the local existing supply chain”.

“We are convinced that this is not a good decision for neither the retention of skills in Victoria nor the employment outlook,” the statement said.

“With local content currently at 70 per cent delivered from the south-east suppliers, the decision to move to a company who will reduce this to 60 per cent local content is actually a step backwards.

“The outcomes from this decision will be very similar to the impacts the south-east has already endured from the automotive industry closures.

“Well over 3000 people may be concerned by this decision.”

SEMMA questioned whether the carriages would be supplied from China.

“If this is the case, what then happens to the local supply chain that currently supplies the majority of components for the carriage assemblies?”

Bombardier Transportation's Dandenong team. the statement said.

“How will the government control and monitor a new company achieving the reality of local content promises?”

Committee for Dandenong chairman Gary Castricum said suppliers from the south-east should be a critical partner to achieve the promised 60 per cent local content.

“Bombardier - which directly employs 400 plus staff including a vital engineering team - has 629 local Australian suppliers 45 per cent of which are located in Melbourne’s south-east,” he said.

“Further new-build rail contracts are desperately needed to sustain the south-east’s diversified train manufacturing supply chain.

“We understand that a decision for supply of upgraded regional trains is imminent early next year.”

Mr Castricum said there were many auto component manufacturers in the south-east already hard-hit by the Toyota and Ford factory closures.

He urged local MPs to “stand up and fight for business and employment”.

“The prospect of train manufacturing also going overseas represents a very real threat to many businesses and jobs in the south-east,” he said.

“With the demise of auto manufacture in Australia, it is critical to sustain the heavy rail design and manufacturing capacity that exists in Dandenong and the south-east.”

Gerry Ryan buys in as Gumbuya changes hands Jayco Australia founder Gerry Ryan is among the new owners of well-known attraction Gumbuya Park.

A consortium bought the Tynong North amusement and wildlife park for $4.65 million, and has plans for a major revamp and expansion.

Standard Roads founder and Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame member Ron Rado established the park in 1978 on a former pheasant farm.

The giant pheasant statue visible on the Princes Highway frontage is listed alongside other Australian ‘biggest things’ landmarks alongside the likes of Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana.

Car Megamart’s Ray Weinzierl, Adam Campbell, Brett Murray, Jamie Johnson and Wal Pisciotta are the other new owners.

They’ll add accommodation to the 430-acre site to build on its appeal as a tourist attraction and conference and wedding venue, plus new features and rides.

Mr Weinzierl said he took his children Max and Ruby to the park and bought it the following day.

“There hasn’t been a lot of work done to the place for a while,” he said.

“It’s just tired and needs a bit of work.”

The function centre and grounds are in the process of being renovated.

A train is on the way and new merry-gorounds for the younger children will soon arrive, too.

The toboggan, paddle boats, mini cars and more will then be improved one by one.

Looking over the amphitheatre area, Mr Weinzierl said it could host a more boutique version of the Day on the Green concerts.

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Women say the way to success is not to assume

By Casey Neill Two successful businesswomen will share their stories at a breakfast in Springvale.

The SEBN Showcasing Women breakfast on Friday 7 October will feature Yassmin AbdelMagied and Georgia Beattie as guest speakers.

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She was an inaugural Australian Financial Review and Westpac 100 Women of Influence winner, an InStyle cultural leader and a Marie Claire woman of the future.

“Look beyond your initial perceptions and open doors to experience new ways of supporting others,” she said.

Ms Beattie founded Lupe Wines and is now the CEO of Start Up Victoria, the largest entrepreneurship group in Victoria.

She’s an entrepreneur, meditator and social enterprise enthusiast.

“The biggest thing I have learnt is never to assume anything... you need to consider all possible outcomes and strategise appropriately,” she said.

Highways in the corner of Princes Highway and Corrigan Road, Springvale, will host the event from 7am to 9am.

Donations will be collected on the day to support Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Greater Dandenong Council’s business group manager Paul Kearsley said the council was calling on the business community to lobby local MPs “to ensure the importance of this region is recognised and rewarded”.

“The news that the contract was awarded to someone outside of Greater Dandenong was extremely disappointing,” he said.

“More work and investment now needs to be done in promoting the industry and the performance of this region.

“We must ensure the supply chain companies receive access to the HCMT contract and Bombardier receives additional contracts for V/Locity trains and the new trams from the State Government.

“This region has the largest number of supply chain companies and we must maintain that status, not only for the benefit of the region but for Victoria as a whole.

“The promotion of this region as a key manufacturing centre for the state is vital at this time.”

Australian Workers’ Union Victorian secretary Ben Davis said that if Bombardier had won the contract “there would have been something like 400 more jobs created than 1000 estimated under the deal with Evolution Rail”.

Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) state secretary Steve Dargavel said the decision provided “security and certainty to hundreds of workers and their industry, it also commits to long-term jobs and training opportunities for a new generation of highly-skilled workers”.

The Journal contacted Bombardier but the manufacturer declined to comment.

Signal for new line contract Bombardier Transportation has been shortlisted for a $1 billion signalling and communication systems contract as part of a consortium with CPB Contractors.

The other shortlisted bidder for the Metro Tunnel Rail Systems Alliance (RSA) is the MetroConnect consortium of John Holland, Siemens and UGL. They’ll be asked to submit a formal proposal by early next year, with a contract expected to be awarded later in the year.

The successful bidder will install highcapacity signalling (HCS) on the new Sunbury to Pakenham line that will run through the Metro Tunnel.

It will be the first roll-out of HCS on an existing network anywhere in Australia as part of the largest public transport project in Victoria’s history.

“The world’s best have been shortlisted to deliver the biggest and most advanced signalling package in Victoria’s history,” Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan said.

“The successful bidder will install next generation signalling, which will allow safer, more frequent and reliable services in and out of the city in peak hour.”

Ms Allan said the advanced technology would allow up to 30 services an hour to run, with the potential to create the twominute services experienced in some of the biggest cities in the world.

A Centre of Excellence will be established in Victoria as part of the project to support skills, jobs and opportunities in the rail signalling and communications industry.

“The Centre for Excellence will provide skills, jobs and opportunities to local workers in the growing rail signalling industry,” Ms Allan said.

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Celebrate spirit

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Free school holiday fun can be found at the second annual Celebrate Doveton event on 23 September.

The event staged by Doveton Neighbourhood Learning Centre includes henna and face painting, craft corner, gardening activities, historical photos, a Myuna Farm animal nursery, a Doveton Library event and a sausage sizzle.

The winners of the Celebrate Doveton awards for photography, and under-14s visual arts and story-telling, as well as Doveton’s Living Treasure will be announced.

The event reflects the suburb’s diversity and inclusiveness, says organiser Christine Anderson.

“Doveton’s positive qualities are often overlooked, and it only makes the news when negative things happen.

“We saw the rich spirit of the people and wanted to celebrate it with everyone.”

Celebrate Doveton is at Doveton Neighbourhood Learning Centre, 34 Oak Avenue, Doveton, on 23 September, 11am-2pm.

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A big garage sale is being held in Hallam - all in the names of charity and community service.

Sale organiser Tayleb Elliott, 15, is selling preloved treasures as part of doing 30 hours of community service for his Queen’s Scout award.

At the same time, he’ll be running a car wash and sausage sizzle, with free raffle tickets for attendees.

The sale will hopefully raise hundreds for Orange Pigeon Foundation - a charity that grants wishes to seriously ill adults.

“I think of all the kids who get help from Make a Wish (Foundation) but this is something similar for adults,” Tayleb said.

In the lead-up, the decluttering Elliott household has been collecting items but is also open to donations of unwanted goods.

“We’re just looking for anything in the form of

trash-and-treasure,” Tayleb said.

“I can’t wait for the day.”

Tayleb said Scouting is a unique experience.

His Queen’s Scout award requires him to complete leadership, first aid, citizenship and wilderness camp tasks.

The garage sale is also part of an annual national Garage Sale Trail day on Saturday 22 October which encourages the re-use of unwanted things.

Last year more than 13,000 sales distributed enough items to fill 100 kilometres of shopping trolleys, according to Garage Sale Trail organisers.

“So many people are going out to garage sales that weekend,” Tayleb’s mother said.

“It’s also a good way to advertise our sale.”

Tayleb’s sale is at Hallam Scout Hall on Gunns Road, Hallam, on 22 October. To donate goods text Kendra on 0488 737 355.

Details at garagesaletrail.com.au or facebook. com/garagesaletrail.

What’s on Roller Derby Coconut Rumble The South Sea Sirens are gearing up to face Tasmania’s Convict City Rollers in the hottest roller derby bout this side of Tahiti.

As a special warm-up act, South Sea Roller Derby and East Vic Roller Derby’s junior superstars will be facing off in the Pirates versus Ninjas battle.

■ Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough. Saturday 24 September, 5pm for a 5.30pm start. Tickets are available at the door and are $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Kids aged under five years old enter free.

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Dandenong District Orchid Club Show Discover different varies of orchids and have the chance to buy flowering plants and orchid-related products.

■ Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 September, 9am to 5pm. Entry is $4 for adults, $2 concession and free for children aged under 16 years.

Indoor string orchestra The River String Quartet Indoor String Orchestra was set up in July last year and this will be its first Dandenong performance.

The orchestra uses violin, viola and cello and integrates Chinese and Western music together.

■ Dandenong Central Senior Citizens Centre, 10 Langhorne Street, Dandenong. Wednesday 28 September, 2pm. Free event. No bookings required. Call Richard Ng 0433 966 251 or email riverstringquartet@gmail.com.

Heritage Hill Open Day Explore this historic property during the Seniors Festival.

Visitors can bring family and friends and a picnic and enjoy craft activities, all for a gold coin donation.

Heritage Hill Museum and Historical Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Sunday 2 October, noon to 4pm.

Make a card Artist and card maker Jan will share her expertise at this day-long workshop. It will finish with a shared lunch.

■ The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Wednesday 21 September, 10am to 2pm. A $5 donation and a plate to share are suggested. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664 to book as places are limited.

Green thumbs Royal Horticultural Society of Victoria judge Maureen Lucas will tell Springvale Garden Club guests what judges look for on the

show bench and how to become a judge. The friendly group welcomes new faces.

■ Springvale Senior Citizens Hall, 3 The Crescent, Springvale. Wednesday 21 September, 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Entry is $2 and includes door prizes and supper. Call Cheryl Johnson on 9551 3197 for more information.

Greater Dandenong Children’s Festival This two-week Under the Sea themed celebration for the young and young at heart will run throughout the school holidays. There’ll be live performances, sea-themed workshops, shows at the Drum Theatre, daily movie screenings in Harmony Square and more.

Headline event Little Day Out - For Big Imaginations will be held at Ross Reserve, Noble Park, from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 25 September.

■ Saturday 17 September to Sunday 2 October. Visit www.greaterdandenong.com/childrensfestival for a full events listing.

Chilean Latin American Festival Performers will showcase traditional dances and folk music and there’ll be cuisine from across South America. There’ll be carnival rides and games, a kite workshop, an animal farm and more.

■ Sandown Racecourse, Princes Highway, Springvale. Saturday 24 September, 10am to 1am, and Sunday 25 September, 10am to 10pm. Entry is $15 for adults, $10 for pen-

sioners and free for children aged under five years.

Matlakowski exhibition Local artist Yolanda Matlakowski presents a series of recent print works. Her work is fantastical with dark undertones.

■ Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong.

Until Saturday 1 October. Weekdays 11am to 5pm, Saturdays 11am to 3pm.

Rado art prize Ron Rado established his highly-successful road construction and maintenance business, Standard Roads, and in his later years developed a passion for the visual arts. This annual art prize features works by students from Chisholm Institute.

■ Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, corner Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong.

Until Saturday 1 October. Weekdays 11am to 5pm and Saturdays 11am to 3pm.

Festival of Lights This event celebrates Chinese culture through 32 silk lanterns, some 20 metres wide and eight metres high. Windmills, dinosaurs, flowers, insects, animals and more will feature.

There will also be roving performers and a dumpling bar.

■ Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street, Dandenong. Until 9 October, 6pm to 10pm daily.

Tickets are $12 for children, $18 concession, $20 for adults and $60 for a family of two

adults and two children. Bookings are essential. Visit lightfestival.com.au.

Elvis is in the building Glenda Chin-Valetic will put on an Elvis tribute show in memory of her Elvis-loving mum, who passed away last June. Pete Storm is an award-winning tribute artist from the UK. The Legends Tribute Band and Rick Charles will provide back-up.

■ Freccia Azzurra Club, Keysborough. Saturday 15 October, 6pm. Tickets are $75 for dinner and reserved seating and $45 for the show only. Visit trybooking.com/171790 to book. Call Glenda on 0411 958 594 with any inquiries.

Asylum seekers’ playgroup This free language playgroup is suitable for families seeking asylum and will help to improve English skills in parents and children through play, songs, rhymes and stories.

Mothers, carers and children aged under five years are welcome to attend the free weekly sessions.

■ Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Friday 2 September, 11am to 12.30pm. Call 1300 630 920 for more information.

Rock, roll and swing Learn to rock and roll or swing dance with this social group.

■ Edinburgh Hall, corner Edinburgh and Dowling streets, Springvale North. Beginners rock and roll, Tuesdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Intermediate rock and roll and swing, Tuesdays 8.30pm to 10pm. $12 per week. Call Lou Mingaars on 0413 393 345 for more information.

Dinner with a VIEW VIEW stands for voice, interests and education of women. The group supports The Smith Family. The Springvale VIEW Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month for dinner and to encourage socialisation and support.

New members are welcome.

■ Greyhounds Entertainment, View Road, Springvale. Monday 26 September, 6.30pm.

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City of Greater Dandenong (Council) gives notice under section 190 of the Local Government Act 1989 (Act) of its intention to enter into a lease with RMBL Investments Limited ACN 004 493 789 in respect of Part Level 5, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong, being part of the land contained in certificate of title volume 11360 folio 744 (Premises).

The principal terms of the lease will be: 1. Lease commencement 1 February 2017.

2. A term of 5 years plus options of three further terms of 5 years.

3. A commencing rent of $141,350.00 per annum plus GST with a four month rent free period at the commencement of the lease in lieu of fit-out costs.

4. Rent to be increased annually by CPI on each anniversary of the commencement date during the term and any further term.

5. 3 parking spaces in Civic Centre basement car park (on a permit fee basis).

6. 14 spaces in Council’s Walker Street multi-deck car park (on a permit fee basis).

7. Other charges in respect of services are payable by the tenant.

A person may make a submission on the proposal.

Any person proposing to make a submission under section 223 of the Act must do so by 5.00pm on Monday 17 October 2016 and state whether they wish to be heard before a Committee established

by Council for this purpose. All submissions will be considered in accordance with section 223 of the Act. Submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, and can be hand delivered to Council’s Customer Service offices located at 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong or 397 Springvale Road, Springvale, or posted to the following address: The Chief Executive Officer City of Greater Dandenong PO Box 200 Dandenong VIC 3175 Any person requesting to be heard in support of his or her submission is entitled to be heard before a Committee established by Council for this purpose or be represented by a person acting on his or her behalf, and will be notified of the time and date of the hearing.

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It’s none of our business but…

State Ombudsman Deborah Glass and principal Sue Peddlesden with the school leadership group 158645 Fresh from putting Casey council under a social and community welfare, development, glaring spotlight, state Ombudsman Deborah rehabilitation and equipping refugees and Glass kept a close eye on one of the munici- others to adapt to life in Australia. pality’s schools on 8 September.

Ms Glass didn’t shy away from her duties Architects have been appointed to design as she took the reins at Gleneagles Second- Kambrya College’s $3 million upgrade. ary College.

McGlashan Everist will design new classThe school’s regular principal Sue Peddles- rooms and a second storey multi-purpose faden said Ms Glass was keen to lead classes cility to replace existing portable classrooms. and talk with staff, school leaders and parThe project is a part of the State Governents. ment’s $1.8 billion investment in school infrastructure.

AMES needs volunteer tutors to help adult migrants to learn English, form community links Animators have brought Bunjil Place to life and understand the Australian way of life. even though it officially opens next year.

Tutors don’t need any formal qualifications Casey residents can go on a virtual tour or proficiency in a second language, and they through the council facility thanks to a flyreceive a free training course plus resources through animation. and follow-up workshops.

The animation has been prepared by projTraining will start in early October. Call 8558 8804 or email railicn@ames.net.au to ect builders Brookfield Multiplex Constructions and it takes the viewer through different get involved. features of the $125 million arts, cultural and Dandenong’s Jesuran Wellness Centre has a community facility.

City of Casey Mayor Sam Aziz said the aninew television thanks to The Good Guys Danmation was sure to build further anticipation denong.

The store donated the TV during the annu- and excitement about Bunjil Place, with resial Doing Good Week, which ran from Monday dents able to see the facility come alive.

Visit www.bunjilplace.com.au to view the 5 September to Sunday 11 September.

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Jessica Davy as Dorothy with Ross Neilson as the scarecrow Jemma Harley as the Dame of the North and Daniel Neilson as the lion. 158831 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS

Odd Oz wizard Forget the Wizard of Oz, the Wizard of Odd is coming to Casey these school holidays thanks to BATS Theatre Company.

BATS has been offering affordable school holiday entertainment for the whole family to enjoy for many years and this year is no different.

Directed by Thomas Out and with a cast ranging in ages from six to 37 years old, this quirky pantomime of the 1940 classic will have everyone laughing and singing along.

“Come and join Dorothy, Toto and the gang as they overcome obstacles to find ‘The Wiz’ to help them with their unique problems,” said Thomas.

“Will the Scarecrow get his brain back from the Wicked Witch’s zombie army?

“Will the Lion have to go on eating cat food?

You’ll have to watch and find out.”

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The group’s aim is to provide the community with the opportunity to experience live theatre at an affordable price, whilst also giving budding thespians, both young and old, the opportunity to perform in a theatre.

The Wizard of Odd will be staged at the Cranbourne Community Theatre, Brunt Street, Cranbourne.

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SPORT Black launches latest academy

By Nicholas Creely Simon Black may best be remembered as the silky moving Brisbane Lion midfielder who went on to become one of the greatest players of the modern era.

Black now devotes his time to his prestigious Simon Black Football Academy after resigning as Assistant Coach for the Brisbane Lions at the end of 2016 to focus on the expansion of his academy product.

On Monday 12 September, Black was on hand at the Beletti Restaurant Cafe Bar in Dandenong to launch his new academy in the Dandenong region with the academies in Victoria, Tasmania and Queensland already a raging success among young people.

Speaking at the official launch, Black said he was thrilled with the progress of his academies and bringing one into a football heartland of Dandenong.

“It’s obviously really exciting to be able to bring an academy into Dandenong.

“We know the importance of education and knowing that footy doesn’t last forever, unless you’re Boomer Harvey and get to play to 39.

“We know that the game is extremely loved out in Dandenong and I know a lot of players from the Lions have come through this area,” Black said.

Black stressed the importance of education, combined with football to give students the best possible chance to build a satisfying career.

“The education elements have obviously been fantastic as well.

“It’s been terrific and, to be honest, the favourite part of the program is the personal growth of the students,” Black added.

Albert Park Academy Coach Clinton Young, Stingrays Footy Operations Manager Peter Dye, Simon Black, Stingrays Regional Talent Manager Mark Wheeler, Stingrays under 18's Coach Craig Black and Geelong Academy Coach David Wojcinski. 159148 The Simon Black Academy has built a close working relationship with the Dandenong Stingrays, in particular with Stingrays Regional Talent Manager Mark Wheeler who is excited about the academy.

“Our zone is a very rich football zone, with a lot of young men and women that have been given the opportunity to play sport down here.

“The launch of this program will help our

young males and females coming through. There’s some exciting times coming out of Shepley oval,” Wheeler said.

The Director of Victoria at the Simon Black Academy Brett Hardiman said it is a major coup for the area and will drive football in all areas and levels of competition.

“The academy is for young men and women who have completed secondary school and look-

Scorpions enjoy a standout Crown awards night

Speak is up as new cricket club coach

By Nick Creely The Casey Scorpions had a very successful night at the Peter Jackson VFL and Swisse VFL Women’s awards at Crown Palladium on the night of Monday 12 September.

The Scorpions, who are facing a massive preliminary finals showdown with Williamstown on Sunday, were in good spirits as they enjoyed the festivities on the night.

Ruckman Oscar McInerney, who is a big chance to be drafted by an AFL club, was rewarded for a standout season for the Scorpions, taking out the A. Todd Medal as the Development League’s best and fairest.

The 203-centimetre ruckman played 12 games in the Development League and four times at VFL senior level this season, including a near best-onground display against Essendon in just his second VFL appearance.

The VFL Team of the Year was also announced with Scorpions trio Jack Hutchins, Tim Smith and Declan Keilty all featuring in the team.

Hutchins, 24, has been the cornerstone of the Scorpions’ defensive unit all season and his remarkable consistency saw him play 19 games, averaging 13.9 disposals and 4.7 marks per game.

Forward Tim Smith enjoyed a consistent season, averaging 13.7 disposals, 3.9 tackles, 4.4 tackles and 1.5 goals per game, while utility Dylan Keilty had a strong year in what was due recognition of the trio’s hard work and consistency at VFL level.

Other winners at the awards night were Michael Gibbons of Williamstown, who took out the coveted J.J. Liston Trophy as the VFL’s player of the year, Luke Ryan of Coburg who was crowned the Fothergill-Round Medal as the most promising U23 player in the VFL, and Ahmed Saad of Coburg who won the Frosty Miller Medal as the VFL’s leading goal-kicker.

In the inaugural VFL Women’s best and fairest, Darebin’s superstar Daisy Pearce was the winner while Sarah Hosking of Seaford won the Swisse VFL Women’s Rising Star Award and Moana Hope of St Kilda won the VFL Women’s leading goal-kicker award after a whopping 104-goal season.

ing to get a further education.

“For us the education is critical. Football does not last forever and education opens up doors.

“We want to create men and women who will drive football at club level and even AFL, VFL level into the future,” Hardiman said.

Past AFL players David Wojcinski, who was a triple premiership player at Geelong, was also present at the launch along with former Hawk and Pie Clinton Young who have both got a heavy involvement in coaching in the respective Victorian academies in Melbourne and Geelong.

Ben McGee of the Simon Black Academy said that the program could be a massive opportunity for the Dandenong youth and lauded its professionalism and possibility for engagement in sport and education.

“The benefits for our Dandenong youth is that it’s an opportunity for them to be engaged in a sport, and using the vehicle of Australian Rules Football to offer further engagement in their community.

“Whether it’s playing at a local football club, coaching at a junior football club, we want to see our product, our boys and girls, be able to use the experience of being in the Simon Black Academy to go out and obviously engage them further as young people,” McGee said.

The Simon Black Academy is open to students who are 16 years and older who have left high school and are interested in completing further study while pursuing their passion for football.

Through the duration of the 12-month, fourday-a-week program, students will receive a range of different accreditations to help them along their journey.

For more details call 1300 855 117.

By Nick Creely

A. Todd Medallist Oscar McInerney with his award.

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Dandenong Cricket Club has announced Nick Speak as the new Head Coach for the 2016/17 season.

Speak, 49, has an impressive cricket resume, enjoying a decorated and successful career spanning 15 years in the first class arena.

Representing both Durham and Lancashire in County Cricket in the UK, Speak amassed 15 centuries across a 177 game career, before retiring at the end of 2001 season.

He brings wisdom and knowledge to a club that struggled on-field last season, finishing 10th in the Premier Firsts competition.

Speak briefly spent time as a player at Dandenong before returning for the English season.

On a coaching sense, Speak has endured a successful stint as Assistant Coach/Batting Coach of Melbourne Cricket Club.

The new coach recently spoke to the Dandenong website and said he was excited about the challenge of guiding the strong club, leaving the ceiling high for what they can achieve this season.

“Top six, but top four would be nice”, Speak said in regards to the club championship.

Speak has already set challenges for his club, and in particular the batting group that struggled at times last season.

“Fifteen hundreds to 20 hundreds, but there is no ceiling on that figure”, Speak said.

Dandenong is currently in the midst of a series of pre-season practice matches before starting its season on 30 September against Footscray Edgewater at Shepley Oval.

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Barnes edges close to striking

By Nick Creely Dandenong Thunder striker Brandon Barnes is edging closer to an A League contract, taking out the Playstation 4 NPL 2 Victoria Best and Fairest on Friday 9 September.

The Gold Medal Night, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, saw Barnes take out the award with an impressive 40 votes, well ahead of the next best.

The star striker has been a stunning revelation for the Thunder, having also won the Golden Boot as the competition’s leading scorer and the Player’s Player award, which is recognition from his opponents and team-mates that he was the competition’s best player.

The Englishman scored 41 goals in 25 matches this season, including an extraordinary eight goal effort against Nunawading City FC in May this year.

This haul was the most goals scored by an individual in the top two tiers of Victorian football since the inception of the NPL. “Every game, every time I get one, I’d like to think the next chance I’m going to score,” Barnes said after his eagle-eyed eight.

“I’m going stay as positive as I can and today clearly, one went in and they kept coming so it was good.”

In a six game stretch mid-season, Barnes scored 18 goals, an astonishing average of three per game. Barnes’ magnificent season led the Thunder to second on the table behind Kingston City.

When he was younger Barnes spent time in various academies in the UK, including Bristol City, Swindon Town and Southampton but was unable to break into the tough professional circuit and decided to pursue his dreams overseas.

The closest he came to earning a professional contract was back in 2014 when a Spanish club was interested in his services.

However this fell through and led to the journey across the world including a stint with

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Waitakere United in the New Zealand Football Championship, which eventually led him into the welcoming arms of the Dandenong Thunder.

With his current form and star power, A League clubs are certain to take notice of his supreme ability to kick consistent goals.

Barnes can draw inspiration from Socceroo

Matthew Luckie who followed a similar path of toiling away at third-tier football club before making the plunge into the A League with Adelaide United and eventually became a regular in the Australian team.

Goalkeeper Fraser Maclaren of the Thunder also won an award, taking out Goalkeeper of the

Year in what was an impressive debut season for his new club.

Other award winners from NPL 2 Victoria were Nick Tolios who claimed the Coach of the Year award for his fine season with Kingston City FC and Damir Stoilovic of Springvale White Eagles who won the Playstation 4 Rising Star.

Merger decision is historic new round for golf clubs

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Brandon Barnes of the Dandenong Thunder with his Best and Fairest award.

Members of Churchill Park Golf Club and Waverley Golf Club have voted to merge their two clubs into one entity, to be known as Churchill - Waverley Golf and Bowls Club Limited, with the intention to consolidate onto the current Churchill Park land in Churchill Park Drive, Endeavour Hills.

The clubs held separate special general meetings where both groups of members voted overwhelmingly in favour of the merger, marking an historic moment and milestone in the history of both clubs.

“This merger is the culmination of extensive work by our clubs exploring options to secure our long-term future,” said Geoff Ellis, President of Churchill Park Golf Club.

“Both of our clubs have suffered for some time from the oversupply of golf courses in Melbourne, however, we both have committed and passionate member groups and we are confident the merger will allow existing and new members to be part of a competitive and exciting club for many years to come.”

This sentiment was supported by the President of Waverley Golf Club Roland Nicholson who highlighted some of the future plans for the new club and talked of the thorough process of analysis and planning both clubs completed prior to the decision.

“The merger provides the foundation for a long-term sustainable vibrant club,” said Mr Nicholson.

“We can now look forward to quality golf, bowls and leisure facilities underpinned by a diverse community business model.”

The new board will set upon delivering the vision for a premium, family friendly sporting club and community precinct in Melbourne’s south east, which will set new standards in leisure activities and affordability.

When the merger is fully implemented the existing Waverley Golf Club in Bergins Road, Rowville, will close and be sold for redevelopment.

The club will then consolidate onto the existing Churchill Park site approximately 2.5kilometres away.

The first step to achieving the final vision will include continuing the current operation of both club facilities during a transition period.

During this period extensive works to upgrade golf courses, bowls greens and clubhouse facilities will be completed at the Churchill Park site.

It is anticipated that the transition period will be in the order of three to five years.

A limited number of memberships in the new club are currently available in addition to the opportunity for the public and the community to enjoy the club and its facilities.

Both presidents expressed great appreciation to the members, club general managers, staff and boards from both clubs for the significant amount of work and positive energy that has contributed to this milestone.

They thanked Parks Victoria, City of Casey, City of Knox, Golf Victoria and Bowls Victoria for their encouragement, support and assistance.

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MOTORING Latest Merc has all the lines

By Ewan Kennedy Yet another model has been added to the huge Mercedes-Benz range, this time a coupe version of the latest C-Class.

Crammed full of safety and infotainment technology, the new C-Class coupe is larger yet lighter, stronger and quieter than the model it replaces.

Advanced lightweight construction with a higher proportion of aluminium is the secret.

Light-alloy components include the front guards, bonnet and bootlid.

The stiffer body not only improves driving dynamics and noise levels but also crash safety.

It starts from a reasonable $65,900 for the C200 we tested to $162,115 for the MercedesAMG C63 S. There are plenty of AMG looks inside and out the standard C-Class coupe range with our C 200 having AMG Line body styling, Artico dashboard, auto safety-belt feeders, black ash wood, trim, seat memory and 360 degree reversing and parking cameras.

The cabin is fitted with sports seats specifically designed for the coupe. Materials and finish have a handcrafted look and feel. Add ambient lighting and black ash open-pore wood trim and the overall effect is of luxury and sportiness.

An 8.4-inch tablet-style infotainment system has voice recognition, touchpad and console mounted controls for the satellite navigation.

The radio has DAB+ digital radio. A 13-speaker, 590-watt Burmester surround sound system provides plenty of quality audio.

There’s Bluetooth streaming, USB, iPod and aux to add your personal inputs.

The Mercedes C200 coupe is fitted with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine.

Gorgeous lines of the new Mercedes C200 coupe.

It drives through a seven-speed automatic transmission that can be overridden by using paddle shifters when you feel the computer hasn’t chosen the correct ratio.

An enormous range of passive safety items do everything they can to keep you out of trouble.

New C-Class coupe sits on an 80mm longer wheelbase than the outgoing model. It has 95mm extra length and 40mm added width.

The front seats power forward to make space for rear occupants to squeeze in, and return to their previous position automatically when the activation lever is used.

Fuel use during out test period was in the mid sixes to low sevens on easy paced country cruising and motorway running.

This rose to nine to 11 litres per 100 kilometres in around town running in traffic.

Its rear-wheel-drive set-up gives it nice balance, the suspension grips well and the overall feeling is of competence and comfort.

The all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe range comes in at a surprisingly sharp price for such a well-packaged piece of prestige automotive machinery.

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