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Master gardener Shirley Carn will be holding her last open garden this autumn. This will be the last chance to see Shirley in her natural environment at Monbulk. See full story inside, as well as details about open gardens across the Yarra Ranges.

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Shirley’s garden gates open for all

By Kath Gannaway

Shirley Carn - catch her in her natural environment. 166131 Picture: ROB CAREW

Autumn in the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges is a spectacular time of year to be garden-hopping.

The heat’s off, there’s a sprinkle of rain to bring some green back into the countryside, and the leaves are changing day by day to create the magnificent spectacle of autumn colour.

It’s time to escape the air-conditioned four walls and go exploring other people’s gardens.

One of those other people is legendary Dandenong Ranges gardener, Shirley Carn.

At the glorious age of 81, Shirley is a veteran of the open garden phenomena that gardeners and non-gardeners alike have embraced as a favourite pastime.

This year Shirley’s Australian plant garden in Monbulk will be open as part of Open Gardens Victoria to raise funds for Oxfam.

Only three years old, it is the fifth garden created by the knowledgeable and talented gardener and, she says, it is the last time she will throw open her garden gates.

Shirley opened her first garden in Silvan just a short while after her son had died of HIV Aids.

“I opened the garden for Aids when it wasn’t fashionable or safe,” she says with a tone that flags the stigma, fear and misinformation that was thick in

Autumn colour at The Singing Gardens of C J Dennis in Toolangi.

166131 Picture: KATH GANNAWAY the air in those days.

Over the years, her love of gardening and humanity, has seen her share her magnificent gardens to support important causes, starting with the Burnett Institute which was at the forefront of early research into HIV Aids.

“I’ve opened the gardens for Peter

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There is joy also in being generous with her wealth of knowledge and with the bountiful beauty that comes with getting her hands in the dirt and creating interesting gardens.

The people who visit range from young people hungry for inspiration and knowledge, to overseas visitors who are fascinated with Australian native plants, and others who just love to meander, admire and chat with a fellow garden-lover.

“Gardeners are lovers ... ,” Shirley says reflecting on the nature of those interactions.

“When you’re older, you may as well have a passion, and it may as well be gardening,” she says.

It’s a casual statement that doesn’t fully reflect the years of dedication, learning and creativity that has gone into the gardens that have brought pleasure to thousands, and desperately needed funds to life-saving research and humanitarian projects.

If the weekend of 22 and 23 April is Shirley Carn’s last open garden, it will be a chance to see the master gardener in her natural environment, and perhaps say thanks for all she has done over the years.

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by English Poet Laureate John Masefield.

Within the1.5 ha garden are also rhododendrons, azaleas and exotic trees.

Wander into the tearooms for a taste of Arden’s famed Devonshire teas and a chat about Toolangi’s own poet, C J Dennis.

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Designed with shade and comfort in mind, it is also designed to reflect the seasons.

The magnificent 100-metre long wisteria and rose arbour is transformed into a tunnel of gold as the leaves turn, creating a luxurious carpet leading to display gardens that include forests of colourful exotics.

Two special events are also on in April, the Giant Pumpkin Festival on Sunday, 2 April enter your best giant atlantic, Queensland blue, butternut or zucchini, and Beekeeping 101, on Sunday, 9 April, for those people exploring/beginning beekeeping.

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Gardens of the Dandenongs The gardens of the ‘Blue Dandenongs’ have for decades been a tourist drawcard, and autumn is when they are at their most colourful and most splendid.

They include George Tindale Memorial Gardens, William Ricketts Sanctuary, R J Hamer Arboretum, Pirianda Gardens, Alfred Nicholas Gardens and the National Rhododendron Gardens at Olinda.

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Shirley Carn’s Garden is at 5 David Street, Monbulk. Open from 10am to 4.30pm.

Other gardens, sharing the autumn limelight, are listed below.

Elleon - 8-9 April 59 Ferguson Street, Upwey Formerly known as ‘Lemon Tree Cottage’, Elleon is a colourful, sunny cottage garden brimming with character and personal touches.

Features terraced garden rooms, meandering paths and arbours, extensive perennials and shrubs and eight species of Japanese Maples.

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There will be a display of photographs depicting the pre- and post-fire landscape.

Ferny Creek Autumn Show - 26-27 April 100 Hilton Road, Sassafras.

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By Derek Schlennstedt The proof is in the pumpkin ... or is it the pudding ... either way, there is definitely something in this pumpkin pertaining to its enormous size.

Weighing close to 200kgs, this pumpkin, grown by Mount Evelyn’s Matthias Scoriot hopes to reign supreme at the Alowyn Gardens Giant Pumpkin Competition on Sunday 2 April.

One of several pumpkin seeds Matthias planted in December that he has been caring and nurturing for was the smallest and worst seedling that has grown to be the biggest pumpkin.

Matthias says that he placed the smallest seedling in a bad position in the garden and the so-called ‘runt’ of the pumpkins has since outgrown the others and become a true pumpking.

“When I was putting my seeds down, I had my favourites, the worst seedling, well I didn’t put that one in the best position,” he said.

“It’s always a surprise with pumpkins; there might have been a good luck factor.”

Pumpkin growing is best done in warm temperate weather and anything over 40 degrees is deemed too hot and can damage the pumpkin- luckily this summer has been quite favourable for pumpkin growers.

Having brooded over his pumpkins for the last few months, Matthias says that there’s no magical secret or routine to making them grow, and you certainly don’t have to sing to them - all that’s needed, is hard work.

‘It’s a bit of work keeping on top of

it and caring for them.

“You have to make sure the vine does not break or get damaged, you have to check for fungus, take good care of the soil and use a bit of compost, and it’s important to keep burying the vine so it can create more roots,” he says.

With a passion for gardening, Matthias says he has always wanted to grow pumpkins to enormous sizes and says he does it more for the fun of it.

“Since I was a kid, I have been gardening, and I always wanted to give it a try, it’s a lot of fun,” he says.

All the biggest pumpkins from the Yarra Valley will be on display to take part in the Giant Pumpkin Competition held at Alowyn Gardens every year.

Once again, there are five classes - Giant Atlantic Pumpkin, Biggest Queensland Blue, Biggest Butternut, Biggest Zucchini and the Most Unusual Pumpkin.

Each class will be divided into two sections - Under 12 and Open, giving everyone a chance to show off their extraordinary pumpkinalia!

The Allowyn Gardens Pumpkin Competition is on Sunday, 2 April from 10am to 5pm and it goes without saying that pumpkin will be the flavour of the day with pumpkin soup and pumpkin scones aplenty, as well as Asian street food on offer.

Unfortunately, the largest pumpkins

won’t be for eating as these pumpkins are only used for their size and Matthias says they aren’t too tasty.

“They are edible but ... . they don’t taste so nice.”

For full details of the event visit www.alowyngardens.com.au, or just phone 9730 2400 to register over the phone. Entries close on Friday, 31 March.

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Trail link mooted

By Derek Schlennstedt A new cycling and walking track that would link the existing trail near Woori Yallock to Healesville, Yarra Glen and Lilydale has been shown to the public in initial consultation meetings at Healesville and Yarra Glen.

The design presentation displayed an overview of the proposed Yarra Valley Trail Master Plan and presented preliminary concepts of the main trail zones, alignments and features.

It is reported the trail would run close to Yarra Valley tourist drawcards such as Healesville Sanctuary, Yering Station winery and other popular locations.

Consultation meetings took place on 20 and 21 March both at Healesville and Yarra Glen.

In April last year, Yarra Ranges Council released a feasibility study to the public and allocated $550,000 from unallocated money in the Capital Expenditure Program towards detailed designs of the trail.

A year later, these detailed plans are now being presented to the public after council engaged Cox Architecture to develop a Master Plan on the proposed Yarra Valley Trail.

The Mail spoke to Tony Rowley, senior architect of the Yarra Valley Master Plan who said the main priority for the trail was safety.

“The target audience who would be using the trail are families, so we want to ensure that it’s completely safe.

“We want it to be safe, flat, and able to be used by a wide demographic,” he said.

The ‘Yarra Valley trail’ as it’s being called would provide people living in Healesville and Yarra Glen an option to commute to Lilydale and would also give international visitors the opportunity to see the entirety of the Yarra Valley without the need for a car.

“It’s all about, the Yarra Valley trail, getting people out of their cars and giving them a way to experience and explore the region in a more intimate way ... .it has all sorts of positive outcomes from health, to tourism and spending in the region,” Mr Rowley said.

Feasibility studies released in April 2016 estimated the total cost of the project at $10.6 million.

It was projected that it would also bring 210,040 visitors annually, provide 222 new jobs and would generate $30 million as a result.

Around 50 people attended each consultation meeting to hear and voice any suggestions or concerns they had about the trail.

The feedback was mostly positive, but, popular concerns raised included security for landowners and businesses, where the trail would run adjacent or through their properties.

Tarrawarra Estate is one of the many landholders with security concerns, and some of the proposed trail options put forward run next to, or through their property.

Terry Christofides of Tarrawarra Estate says that they are comfortable and happy with having a trail that connects Lilydale to Healesville and Yarra Glen, but are concerned about security risks that it may pose to the property.

“We’re comfortable with the principle of a walking trail and bike track that connects Lilydale to Healesville via Yarra Glen, however we will be strongly objecting to any option that places our private property at risk from a security perspective,” he says.

“If it’s not coming through or adjacent, we’re happy to see the pathway progressed, for example, as highlighted in one of the trail options where it runs alongside the roadways.”

These options are being explored by Cox Architecture, who will continue consulting and working with communities and parties involved to determine the most viable route for the project.

All the options are still in their infancy, and a spokesperson for Yarra Ranges Council highlights that no final route has yet been approved.

“No final alignment of the Yarra Valley Trail has been approved and residents should check back at yarraranges.vic.gov. au for more information as the trail project develops.”

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Coronation Park in the heart of Healesville proved the perfect fit for the second Rotary Club of Healesville Dog’s Day Out. Dogs of every description filed into the leafy park on Sunday, 26 March, to compete in over 20 categories from the smallest to the biggest, the shiniest to the prettiest, the dog with the longest at each end - tail and ears, the smiliest, the most resembling their owner, the best man and dog ... all in recognition of what great companions the fourlegged canines are.

Many of the dogs were rescue dogs, reinforcing the Aussie trait of weighing in for the underdog.

Almost every dog and owner had a story to tell, and they were happy to share them with other dog-lovers on the day.

Rotarian and event organiser, John Robinson, said the day was a huge success with more than 50 dogs entered in the grand parade.

“The venue is just perfect for this event, with the shade and being in the centre of town,” Mr Robinson said.

“It’s been a great day all round.”

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Cruising for cancer

By Derek Schlennstedt The aptly named Shitbox Rally will see 200 cars depart from Adelaide on 27 May to travel 3800kms to Cairns.

Among the participants will be Healesville father and son Paul and Bradley Van De Ven, driving their $350 Ford Falcon wagon across Australia.

Before they leave, the pair is inviting anyone who has been affected by cancer to come and sign the car this Saturday 1 April.

Paul says the signing can be for a loved one suffering with cancer or in memory of someone who has passed away and acknowledges the huge impact that cancer has on everyone involved.

“It’s incredible how widespread cancer is, unfortunately everyone has been touched by it, and it is an illness that strikes a chord with many people,” Paul said.

“Come along and you can leave a short message or name on the car.”

The Ford Falcon has been dedicated to the memory of Healesville local and close friend of Paul’s, Bryce Crow who passed away in 2014 from melanoma.

To pay tribute to their friend, the car has a sticker of Bryce and “cruising for Crowy” along the side, and includes Shitbox Rally and Cancer Council stickers.

The rally which is runs every year helps raise funds for the cancer council and over the last seven years has raised over 10 million dollars.

Rules surrounding the rally state that cars involved are required to be less than $1000 and mustn’t be 4wd or Awd. The 2wd 1996 Ford Falcon will carry the father-son duo from Healesville to

Paul and Bradley Van De Ven with their car for the Shitbox Rally, which will be driven in honour of Bryce Crow.

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In preparation for the trip, the car has undergone some well needed R&R including a new head gasket and radiator.

Out of the three times that it’s been driven, twice it has been brought home

on the back of a trailer, but Paul believes that it’s now ready for the trip.

Although, he jokes that the car still needs to drive to Adelaide first before starting the rally.

The ‘cruizin for crowy car’ can be viewed between 10am- 1pm this Saturday 1 April at the River Street car park, Healesville.

Paul and Bradley are welcoming people to come along and leave a note on the car for a cancer sufferer or someone who has been affected by it.

You can follow all the exploits of team ‘Bradandad’ on their Facebook page Bradandad -Shitbox Rally 2017, where they will provide running updates throughout their trip.

Plea to change laws on sex offenders

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A group of around 40 Healesville residents gathered in support of a plea to change the law in relation to registered sex offenders.

The meeting, held at Queen’s Park on Sunday 25 March, came after news that a man convicted of sex offences in 2015 was to be released, and would be living in the vicinity of the Healesville High School.

The school has taken measures to ensure students are not put in danger.

In an emotional plea to the those gathered on Sunday, one of the victims of the man said she hoped her experience, and the inability of the law to stop the perpetrator from returning to a home that was close to children, would be a catalyst for change.

She said the law, as it stands, did not prohibit registered sex offenders living near places where children gathered.

“I had to go to the school to inform

Alison Prior addresses the gathering. 166607 Picture: KATH GANNAWAY that a man convicted as a serious sex offender would soon be released and would be living close by,” she said.

Healesville parent Alison Prior who organised the event said the aim was not to be a vigilante group but to effect change to legislation.

“I don’t want people placed on a register as a serious sex offender near schools or childcare centres,” she said.

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Drunk asleep under vehicle They say the best thing to do when you’ve drunk too much is to ‘sleep it off’.

Well it’s certainly advice that one party goer who attended the Hot Dub Wine Machine event over the weekend had taken to heart.

On 25 March, the event was held at Rochford Winery and over 10,000 people attended.

However, around 5pm, a New South Wales male tried to evade security guards at the event and was shortly reported missing to police.

It is reported the man saw security guards, panicked and then fled.

Police stated that the man appeared to be intoxicated and was seen by staff running away into the distance.

A search to find the missing male was conducted at 5.15pm.

Yarra Glen Sergeant Richard Coulson stated that the number of people attending the event hampered efforts to find him.

“10,000 people made it extremely difficult, so we had to wait until the revellers left and then conduct a search,” Sergeant Coulson said.

After seven hours with no sighting, an Air Wing helicopter was called to the site at midnight to help search the missing patron.

Just after 2am in the morning, the search was called off.

It was only in the early morning when staff had finished cleaning up and were leaving that the missing male was found sleeping under a staff car.

Yarra Glen Sergeant Richard Coulson said the man was lucky to have not been run over.

“It appears he has fallen asleep under a vehicle, and it was only when one of the staff moved the vehicle that they found him,” Sergeant Coulson said.

Notwithstanding this incident, police said that patrons were well behaved and there were no other major issues.

Motorcyclist hospitalised A 4WD collided with a motorbike along Maroondah Highway, Healesville, between Healesville and Coldstream, at 1.45 on 4 March.

The motorcyclist sustained injuries and was taken to hospital.

Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol is urging witnesses or anyone who caught the incident on their dashcam to contact them on 9247 2402.

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“We need to have processes in place that don’t require the victim to go to these places and tell them that a serious sex offender is about to be released.”

She called for a working group to be formed to lobby and advocate for change.

Healesville High School principal Alan Rennick confirmed that CCTV cameras had been installed following advice from the Department of Education.

“We’re convinced that any threat to our students is extremely low, but have taken appropriate measures,” he said.

“We sought legal advice last year when told that the man was intending to return to Healesville and that advice from the Department of Education, and from Victoria Police, was that we should ensure we have CCTV in that area, and supervision in that area.

“Because it is quite a broad site, we have made a particular part of the school out of bounds to students in recess and lunch times,” he said.

Mr Rennick said an assembly was held on Monday 27 March to reassure students that he was confident of their safety, and that measures had been put in place.

He said letters were sent to parents and information had been put on the school website and Facebook with an invitation to any individual, student or parent to contact him if they had any concerns.

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Pages from the past Yarra Valley Guardian Mail 30 March 1995 Pioneer contribution to community radio A recent meeting of the Yarra Valley Broadcasters Inc recorded a unanimous vote of gratitude and gave a standing ovation to Mrs Jacey Hall for the goals and status she was instrumental in enabling community Radio Station VYV to attain over the four years she held the position of chairperson of the committee of management of Yarra Valley Broadcasters.

Yarra Valley bike riders take on the big ride Upper Yarra Valley residents Dick Leith and Geoff and Alison Reed recently returned from New South Wales, where they took part in the 1995 Big Bike Ride to aid the Multiple Sclerosis organisation.

Dick, 70, has been riding for only three years while Geoff and Alison have been riding for some time they have taken part in two Victorian and two New South Wales (Big Bike Rides).

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Healesville Guardian 27 March 1937 In case you didn't know Answering the council’s request for permission to keep a platypus in the sanctuary, Mr Lewis (Chief Fisheries and Game Inspector) said it was regretted that the one kept had died in the fullness of time.

He knew that several attempts had been made to keep a platypus in the sanctuary and no less than five had passed through the hands of those in charge there.

From this it would appear that they had not sufficient experience and knowledge to keep such an animal alive and healthy, or that conditions at the sanctuary were not favourable.

This decision will strike a serious blow to the tourist trade - the lifeblood of Healesville. Cr Kay and others said at the council this should not be taken sitting down. It has to be recorded that platypus have been successfully kept in the sanctuary for long periods - not all of them have died, but escaped by unknown means. In the best interests of the district, every endeavour must be made to obtain one of these animals for public exhibition.

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Money for nothing

With the sad story of Haylee and Trent highlighted in the article, ‘Help needed for shock victim’ (‘Mail’, 14 March), it occurred to me that maybe there could be a way for Trent to get free travel to The Alfred, as long as Haylee is in hospital.

His transport costs must be a severe drain on his budget.

Perhaps some kind-hearted politician with a conscience, if there is such a thing, could step in, slash the red tape and make life a bit easier for this family.

Surely a travel pass would not be hard to organise.

From Far North Queensland, I wish Haylee a speedy recovery.

George Field, Cairns.

I’ve always thought that stamp duty was iniquitous, as it is a lot of money for nothing.

So I was delighted by the news from Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews, on behalf of first home buyers, whether it makes a lot of difference or not, to remove stamp duty from first home purchases.

Surely, it is a move in the right direction.

Australians should buy Australia while we still can.

Freehold fee simple ownership of property is not universally available.

We, in Australia, are blessed to be able to have a little bit of this great land to call our very own and to pass on to future generations.

I understand that other states are already doing something similar for first home buyers, or will soon follow suit.

Victoria, way to go!

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LinC Yarra Valley, a network of local churches that has assisted disadvantaged locals for 25 years with transport, emergency relief and referrals, is in urgent need of volunteer drviers.

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Forum taps feminine creative talent

By Kath Gannaway An International Women’s Day Lunch in Warburton on 8 March provided a rare opportunity to tap into the inspiring wisdom and experience of three of the Upper Yarra’s most creative women.

Artist, Belinda Rogers, photographer Kate Baker and writer Lindy Schneider were guest speakers at the forum titled Women Working Creatively.

The forum was the latest in the series of Women of Interest luncheons, and according to joint organiser, Kerry Nichols, a highlight of the series.

It is the first time the event has been presented as a talk-back forum with the women taking centre stage to speak

about their experiences of what it means to be a creative woman, where they have come, where they are heading, and the challenges and rewards along the way.

The topic, and articulate and passionate responses by the women, opened not just windows, but threw the doors open to explore notions of self-awareness and confidence, and lack of both, the role of pain and other emotions as a catalyst for art, isolation, stages of artistic and creative endeavour in the midst of other aspects of life such as motherhood and employment ... and so much more.

More than 80 people, men and women, attended the event held at the Warburton Arts Centre.

Ms Nichols said the event was a huge success.

“The quality of listening was exceptional ... pin-drop stuff,” she said of the audience’s response.

“There was real engagement with the speakers by the audience and from the conversations afterwards, there were quality outcomes.”

Ms Nichols said she was delighted to hear of one of the audience members who wrote to her granddaughter encouraging her to be creative despite all the things that may happen along the way.

“It hit a nerve in our community; people were comfortable with the format and ready to be engaged.”

Yarra Ranges home school parents have welcomed a commitment by the State Opposition to disallow a proposal that would increase regulations around home schooling.

Labelling the proposed regulations as punitive and unjustified, Shadow Minister for Education, Nick Wakeling, announced on Monday, 20 March, that the Liberal Nationals Coalition believes parents have a right to choose the appropriate educational setting for their child.

“Home education must remain a legitimate choice for families,” Ferntree Gully MP Wakeling said.

The Mail reported in January this year that Yarra Ranges home schooler parents were opposing proposed changes to regulations, they said, would result in less time teaching their children. Under Draft Education Regulations released by the Labor Government just before Christmas, 2016, children were compelled to stay in unsafe environments in mainstream schooling.

The government defended the move saying the changes were being made as part of the Education and Training Reform Regulations, which were made in 2007 and needed to be reviewed after 10 years.

Susan Wight, co-ordinator of the Home Education Network (HEN) which represents many home educators, including many in Yarra Ranges, said there were a number of

problems with the proposed regulations.

Some of the proposed changes include all new home educators to submit a plan for approval, children to remain in school until approval has been given to home school and all home educators to be reviewed on a random basis.

Ms Wight this week said HEN and home educators across Victoria welcomed the announcement that Liberal Nationals would move to disallow the Education Regulations if they are presented to parliament as drafted.

“This announcement shows a respect for hardworking home educators that the government seems to lack,” Ms Wight said.

She said the new regulations, developed ahead of the June sunset date for existing regulations, handed extended powers over home education to the Victorian Regulations and Qualifications Authority (VRQA).

An Education Department spokesman told the Mail in January, however, that the aim was to improve the regulations.

“Requiring a learning plan from home schooling families and giving the VRQA powers to review a family’s arrangements for home schooling are sensible steps forward,” he said.

“It ensures young people get the education they deserve while still leaving home schooling families with considerable freedom,” he said.

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By Derek Schlennstedt To raise money for Autism Spectrum Australia, Valley Xpresso in Woori Yallock is holding a ‘pay what you can afford day’ on Friday, 31 March.

On the day, a donation box will be placed on the counter where people can drop as much money as they like into the box, says owner Steve Taylor.

“It could be $1 or it could be $100, order a coffee and go ... it’s that simple.

“We’ll be donating these coffees to help bring awareness about this fantastic cause,” he said.

Woori Yallock locals Darren and Jennifer Sadler are facilitating the fund-raiser after Tamika, their seven-year-old daughter, was diagnosed with autism in 2015.

The couple are also undertaking a fund-raising initiative to raise awareness for autism by walking 10,000 steps per day from 2 April until 9 April.

Jennifer urges people to be more aware about autism, which is often diagnosed late due to each individual displaying different traits and characteristics.

“It’s in our life every day and will be for the rest of our lives,” she says.

"Every day, simple things like getting dressed to go to school, to what we’re going to have for dinner. Everything has to be visual for her, we can’t change

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To raise money for autism, Valley Xpresso in Woori Yallock are holding a 'pay what you can afford day.' Left to right, front, Darren and Jennifer Stadler, and back, Tamika Stadler and Echo Taylor. 166473 plans on the spot, and she needs to know three or four days in advance ... .we need to stick to a strict routine or else she just can’t cope," says Jennifer.

Children diagnosed with autism often have difficulty with social interaction and display a tendency to engage in repetitive behaviour.

Steve, who is close friends with Darren and Jennifer has seen first-hand the hard work, time and money that is needed to care for children diagnosed under the spectrum and has offered help to raise money through the Valley Xpresso.

The money raised will go to the Autism-spectrum Australia which provides information, intervention and a range of services to help meet the needs of people on the spectrum and their families.

Steve told the Mail that any amount of money helped and invited everyone to stop on their way to work Friday morning to help donate to a fantastic cause.

“Raising awareness helps us understand just how complex these issues are, and will hopefully assist in developing new strategies to contribute in integrating these fantastic kids into society and let them lead as normal a life as possible.”

“Nearly everybody knows someone, somewhere, who has been affected by autism, and we are really hoping to help a local family raise a huge amount for this very worthy cause,” he said.

Valley Xpresso is located along Warburton Highway, just after Lusatia Park Road and before Lester Street.

Our homes are out of reach

By Peter Douglas Lack of affordable housing within the Yarra Ranges looks set to further spiral out of control if action isn’t taken immediately, according to Yarra Ranges Council.

With as much as 38 per cent shortfall presently existing in low-cost housing supply, some estimates say within 20 years as many as 50 per cent of people seeking low-cost options will be left out in the cold.

This would represent a major housing crisis for the region.

Yarra Ranges Council, through its affiliation with the Eastern Affordable Housing Alliance (EAHA), said social housing supply was significantly below the metropolitan average, as well as being well below its capacity of meeting future needs.

In 2014, the shortfall of social housing in the Yarra Ranges was 920 dwellings.

Without intervention, EAHA estimates by 2036 this shortfall will reach 1260, which equates to 57 dwellings needed annually for the next 19 years.

To help put this into context, Yarra Ranges experienced a 19 per cent (349) increase in the number of very low-income households between 2006 and 2011.

Yarra Ranges Council Mayor, Noel Cliff, said council had a role to play in forming partnerships with housing providers, and to continue to advocate to state and federal governments to come up with solutions.

“There needs to be more intervention to increase the supply of social and affordable housing in the Yarra Ranges,” Cr Cliff said.

“This is why council is currently looking at the option to sell a block of surplus land in Lilydale to an affordable housing provider to build new social housing.

“We have seen homelessness increasing throughout the state as the cost of renting increases and the population grows.

“Council applauds the recent announcements by the State Government, but has concerns about uncertain federal funding for vital housing services for homeless people.

“All three levels of government need to contribute to solving this urgent problem.”

Cr Cliff said mixed tenancy, and affordable and well-managed housing, was a potential solution In 2016, local agency ANCHOR supported 1682 people in the Yarra Ranges through their Opening Doors Program and in

transitional support and other programs they offer to people at risk of becoming homeless, and that each case was different.

“The majority of adults presenting as homeless have children in their care who are missing school, not attending sporting clubs and often without close friends or families around them,” Ms Tucker said.

“For everyone that is homeless, their lives are put on hold; without a home to live in, life as we expect it to be is impossible.”

Meanwhile, the EAHA has expressed concerns the Federal Government may axe funding for the National Affordable Housing Agreement (NAHA) in the upcoming Budget.

Echoing the alarm expressed by other housing groups, EAHA is calling on the Federal Government to maintain its commitment to the NAHA. EAHA Chairperson Sharon Ellis said a re-think may be required.

“Federal Government funding is vital for public housing and homelessness services,” she said.

“If media suggestions are correct and the Federal Government intends to axe NAHA funding, countless vulnerable Australians will be at increased risk of homelessness.”

It’s a gas, gas, gas here An information session will be held at 7pm on Tuesday 28 March at the Warburton Mechanics Hall about the delivery of natural gas to Warburton.

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The project involves extending the existing main gas line approximately 3.5 kilometres from Millgrove to Warburton and installing a network of dis-

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Free tickets for young

By Jodie Symonds If the sound of classical music doesn’t draw you to The Memo in Healesville, perhaps free tickets will.

Orchestra Victoria will take you on a musical journey on Friday 31 March, and they’re offering free tickets for people under 26 years old.

The orchestra will perform The Seven Last Words of Christ on the Cross in a strong quartet version of Joseph Haydn’s creation.

Associate Principal Cello Diane Froomes told the ‘Mail’ the performance was fitting for the Easter season.

“It’s very appropriate for this time of year,” she said.

“You can genuinely call it a masterpiece.”

Since performing with the orchestra since 1989, Ms Froomes said free tickets for people under 26 were a good incentive for those who wanted to listen to music, but might not necessarily have the money to do so.

“You don’t want price to be a barrier - especially for young people,” she said.

“I can see how life is hard for them and even $26 is a significant amount for someone with not a lot of money.

“There’s always that perception that only older generations listen to classical music, but I don’t think that’s the case.”

Orchestra Victoria will perform an intimate chamber concert in a musical journey through time.

Ms Froomes said the performance

Those under 26 years old can see the outstanding Orchestra Victoria for free at The Memo. 166523 would be slow, including nine short sonatas.

“They’re all slow - in most sonatas there are contrasting speeds,” she said.

“The final movement is called Earthquake - so you’ll have four people trying

to recreate an earthquake - which will be interesting.”

She said she had never performed at The Memo, but was excited to add it to her repertoire.

Orchestra Victoria will also perform

on Friday 8 August, Friday 20 October and Friday 8 December at 7.30pm.

Audience members are encouraged to stay back after the performance to meet the musicians.

To book, visit culturetracks.info

Weekend of heritage

By Kath Gannaway The heritage and history of the Upper Yarra region goes on show on the weekend of 1 and 2 April, with the annual CrankUp at the Upper Yarra Museum at Yarra Junction.

The museum precinct, surrounding the old railway station, will showcase vintage steam and stationary engines, vintage commercial vehicles, chainsaw carving, haybaling and blacksmithing, along with a great range of demonstrations and displays by community and other local groups.

The two-day event is a wonderful opportunity also to explore the buildings that have come from all around the region and the excellent collections of photographs and other artefacts held by the Upper Yarra Valley Historical Society.

Children will have a rare opportunity to name one of the museum’s most recent attractions, a larger-than-life, carved owl which sits watching over the traditional-style playground.

Crank-Up runs from 10am to 4pm at the Museum, Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction.

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/UpperYarraMuseum or phone 5967 2167.

Beer and cider is back for a little taste The Yarra Valley Beer and Cider Festival is back on Saturday, 1 April, providing an opportunity to enjoy some of the best beer and cider produced in the Yarra Valley and beyond.

The festival will run from 11am to 5.30pm at the Lilydale Showgrounds.

Following the success of last year’s inaugural festival, the Rotary Club of Wandin will again showcase exceptional beers and ciders as the number of brewers, both in the Valley and further afield, grows to meet a growing appreciation and demand for fine boutique varieties.

The club has worked with passionate community beer and cider lovers to bring the festival to the valley and the response last year

showed it hit the mark.

While the Yarra Valley is known for wine and fruit, there is also a lot of beer and cider being brewed and the Wandin Rotarians saw an opportunity to tap into that growing passion to promote and celebrate the brews and create a successful fundraiser to support Rotary projects.

Along with a great variety of brewers and quality food vans, there will be plenty of entertainment throughout the day.

As with last year’s event, the focus will be on a quality experience with a strong emphasis on responsible drinking as part of a great social day out.

For more information, visit info@yarravalleybeerandciderfestival.com.au

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A Cure For Wellness is an absurd yet excellent psychological horror film.

Sent to retrieve his boss for a merger, New York financial executive Lockhart (Dane DeHaan) travels to a mysterious wellness spa in the Swiss Alps, but discovers a sinister secret under its nurturing surface.

Compared to the family-friendly bulk of his work, which includes the first three Pirates of the Caribbean films, A Cure For Wellness feels like a macabre pet project for director Gore Verbinski.

This film is driven by sumptuous visuals, engrossing performances and a nightmarish, slow-burning atmosphere.

Lockhart begins the film as an aloof loner,

but his fatigued, overworked persona renders him strangely sympathetic, and the monstrous treatment he endures overrides our initial dislike of him.

Jason Isaacs is phenomenal as Dr Voller, a genial and welcoming yet strangely evasive man capable of shocking cruelty.

A Cure For Wellness has shades of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, with a troubled protagonist in a snowy fortress-like location whose morbid experiences test his sanity.

The climax is somewhat ridiculous, delivering one bizarre twist after another, but it still feels tense and deserved, given the film’s steady build of madness.

I’m rather disappointed to see A Cure For Wellness performing so poorly at the box-office, as it’s an incredibly eerie, grotesque and compelling film.

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MODERN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN THIS stunning property has been designed by a well-known local architect, alongside the famous re-claimed timber specialist Hamish Knox. Inspiration for the home came from the large timber trusses recycled from an old Melbourne warehouse, along with natural timbers, steel and polished concrete floors throughout.

The sense of space is evident on entering the foyer and walking through to the impressive open-plan living area, with a modern kitchen with a metallic glass splashback and the family dining area which showcases the stunning recycled trusses, along with the beautiful tree top views.

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Custom built doors lead out to the private entertaining area that overlooks about an acre of natural grounds that showcases an abundance of native birdlife.

Even though this wonderful home is located within an easy walk of the bustling Healesville township, you feel as though you are miles from anywhere.

HEALESVILLE Inspect: By appointment Price: $950,000 plus Contact: Gary Lucas, 0407 595 113 MARK GUNTHER FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE, HEALESVILLE, 5962 3030

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THIS recently built builder’s own home offers fantastic family living in the heart of Yarra Junction.

All of the hard work has been done, as everything sparkles from the nature strip to the back fence.

The floorplan incorporates four good sized bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes.

The master bedroom has mountain views, a walk-in wardrobe and en suite and there is a further modern family bathroom with bath, shower and vanity.

The kitchen is an entertainer’s dream with loads of cupboard space, quality Bosch appliances and an enormous Caesarstone bench, which would be great for parties.

The kitchen overlooks a spacious and light filled meals and lounge area which has beautiful polished timber floorboards.

This room also opens up onto a large deck area with sliding doors which brings the outdoors in.

Further features include a large split system unit, gas ducted heating, a neutral and modern colour palette, quality floor coverings and blinds throughout.

There is also a galley style laundry, powder room and a double lock-up garage with internal access into the home.

The home has recently been built in a new subdivision and sits on a usable fenced and landscaped block of 537 square metres.

Everything is at the fingertips, including the local shops, public transport, library, sporting facilities and the block backs onto the Melbourne Water Pipeline.

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SUNNY POSITION ON A GREAT BLOCK NEAT and tidy on a fantastic block of approximately 1100 square metres, this delightful home is located on a quiet road 15-20 minutes’ drive from Warburton.

Inside there are three good size bedrooms, comfortable lounge with a cosy wood heater and a lovely kitchen and dining area.

There is a generous sized laundry and a family bathroom with separate toilet.

The property is fully fenced with the front and back yard fenced in between.

The single carport is large enough to include space to store wood for the fire.

Mostly flat, the yard provides an almost black canvas for the next owner to come along and make it their own.

The selling agent said that properties like this don’t often come up for sale.

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With nine-foot ceilings, verandahs on three sides and separate entry to the study adjoining the master bedroom, this beautiful brick veneer home on 1394 square metres has been built with care and attention to detail.

Natural gas ducted heating plus a wood heater provide for comfort on chilly days.

Huge living areas with floorboards and massive kitchen with dishwasher are great for entertaining and family activities.

All bedrooms have wardrobes and the laundry has lots of storage space.

The design of the home could also suit multi-generation living, or someone wanting a parents’ retreat area.

Outside there is driveway access to a three-bay shed with concrete floor and power, and the fenced back yard has a single carport, wood storage, and aviaries.

This is a wonderful family property which could also suit a tradesperson or someone with caravan or boat.

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SEVILLE EAST 120 BRIDGEWATER ROAD Over 2 Acres, Great House and Shedding Imagine space for entertaining and the family, pony, boat, caravan, horse float, workshop, vehicles big and small – this property might turn imagination into your reality. The lovely brick veneer home has multiple living areas with beautiful floor boards, a large master bedroom suite, three other bedrooms plus additional study/dining area, natural gas ducted heating, gas log look heater, split system, a large covered outdoor entertaining area and double garage. The massive separate high roof machinery shed/workshop has concrete floor, 3 phase power and wood heater. Outside the approx 0.98 hectare (over two acres) of land is gently undulating, with a paddock area (and potential for more), dam and smaller sheds. Great corner position walking distance to the bus and a few minutes’ drive from Seville township shops and water park. A wonderful property, just waiting for you!

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Here’s your chance – the vendors are keen to hear your offer!

So contact the agent and make arrangements to explore this lovely 4 bedroom country home with ensuite. Imagine life sitting on the covered verandah looking out on your more than one acre of land (6296sqm approx) and the area beyond. Cook great meals in your spacious kitchen with double oven and dishwasher while family and friends gather in the adjoining living areas which have wood heater and split systems. Enjoy your hobbies in the barn style workshop where there is also space for a car in addition to the high roof double carport. What a wonderful country life you could have here!

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Features including gas ducted heating, a reverse cycle split system, an open plan design enhanced by floorboards flowing through the living areas plus a decking leading off the lounge room that creates a private entertaining space make this a fantastic low maintenance townhouse. Only a few years old, and situated within an easy walk to the main street, eateries and all that township attractions have to offer, this may be an opportunity for an astute investor, retiree or first home buyer.

METHOD PRICE $370,000-$400,000 INSPECT Sat 1st April 2:00-2:30pm Photo ID required CONTACT Peter Nunn 0417 502 669 HEALESVILLE OFFICE 5962 1700

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With renovated kitchen, bathroom and laundry, this two storey brick veneer home offers 3 bedrooms and living space on one level, and downstairs a huge rumpus room leading out to a big covered entertaining area. Its new owner may wish to add finishing touches (mainly to the rumpus, and perhaps extra other bits and pieces elsewhere over time), but should appreciate the work already done including some floating floors. Will the billiard table and the family find their new home here?

METHOD PRICE $430,000 - $450,000 INSPECT Sat 1st April 11:00-11:30am Photo ID required CONTACT Jenny Webb 0419 892 371 WOORI YALLOCK OFFICE 5964 7344

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Yarra Valley 20 Harberts Road, Don Valley

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Country Charm on approx. 10 Acres • 4 large bedrooms one with a modern ensuite & an oice/ study • Enormous bathroom with a chandelier and open ireplace • New carpet, solar panels, loads of storage, gas ducted heating throughout, split system & wood heater • Beautiful open paddock leading down to the Yarra River, vegetable patch and chicken run • Double car lock-up garage, huge colour bond shed with mezzanine loor that can accommodate cars, machinery and has a spray booth • Open shed with two car spaces & a lockable bay • Two 10,000 litre tanks which services the garden and studio, as well as a 110,000 litre tank

FOR SalE $1,300,000 Plus laND 10 acres (approx.)

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NEW LISTING Ideal Location • Two large bedrooms with built in robes • Split system with heating & cooling • Electric cooking, open plan kitchen & living area plus large combined bathroom • laundry with accessible shower and double basins • Rear decking & mountain views

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Family Home with Beautiful Views Consisting of 4 bedrooms - master with ceiling fan, split system and full ensuite with corner spa and separate shower. The remaining 3 bedrooms are all great sizes all with mirrored robes and really make this the complete home !

Cathedral ceilings create room and space and incorporate the great views!

This brick veneer home also boasts living off the grid attributes like a fully stocked herb and veggie garden, along with 26 solar panels and big inverter for those pesky power bills, LED lights through living areas plus insulated walls loor and roof to keep the heating and cooling in! Fabulous outdoor entertaining areas really inishes this property off along with big carport and also plenty of off street parking and huge 1000sqm meter block!

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Hoddles Creek

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Beautiful 5 Country Acres with Views Step into this country gem offering 3 bedrooms, one being a loft style that the kids will love, 2 bathrooms, a lovely light and bright living room with vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light. The acres are very usable, mostly cleared and has lovely views across the valley and towards Mount Dandenong. Still with plenty of scope to make it your own, this is a perfect way to start your country experience, plant the veggies, bring the horses and enjoy the serenity!

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Looking to buy your irst home? Investing or downsizing, then this is a must to inspect. Well maintained home with a good feeling of space, offering 3 generous bedrooms, 2 with built in robes, polished loorboards throughout give a nice modern feel. The kitchen and bathroom have been tastefully updated, separate lounge with a gas log ire creating a cosy feel and the bonus of air-conditioning to complete the creature comforts. The dining area is an added bonus making a good space for the family to gather, kitchen offers plenty of cupboards and a gas cooktop will make cooking a pleasure.

Outside the backyard is big enough to fulill your needs, fully fenced with a covered outdoor paved area, double carport and easy maintenance gardens top this package off. All situated in a super handy location for schools, public transport and more !

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190 Inspection: Sat 1:45-2:15pm (Photo ID Required)

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Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 15 years

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Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Cassandra Darwall Property Management

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4 Keelah St Woori Yallock

$395,000 - $445,000

Great Starter or Investment!

All the hard work is done! Beautifully renovated with nothing left to do except walk in and pop the kettle on and enjoy your new beautiful home! If that is what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re after then this is for you! 3 bedrooms all with new carpet, paint, light ittings and drapes make this the lightest and brightest home you will see!

Gorgeous new looring through the living areas gives the feeling of freshness and clean lines! New tiling to the laundry, kitchen and bathroom splash backs and loors completes your picture! Outside a massive deck that runs the full length of the home overlooking your gorgeous lat backyard for the kids to play in! Plenty of room for entertaining, BBQ and even a couch or two if you would like! Gorgeous gas log ire, gas ducted heating, ceiling fans, and evaporative cooling also ducted throughout the home!

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: Sat 2:30-3:00pm (Photo ID Required)

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Auction 29th Apr@11:30am

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$360,000 - $410,000

Old World Gem in the Heart of Town on Two Titles

Two for the Price of One

Brimming with character this charming home is waiting for you to bring your imagination & restore to its former glory. Located on two titles totaling 1064 square metres & backing on to the iconic Warburton Trail youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re greeted on arrival by a bull nose veranda which covers the wide veranda offering a beautiful place to sit & relax. Entering the home through the front door the hallway lows through the middle of the home with the traditional bedrooms either side.

An excellent and unique investment opportunity on offer here with 2 separate homes currently leased and returning $490.00 per week combined. Home 1 offers 2 bedrooms, lounge room, dining area and a carport and home 2 offers 3 bedrooms also with lounge room, dining area and a separate carport as well. Ideally positioned just metres from public transport and a short stroll to the Warburton Trail. A superb long term investment with a great return.

(24hrs notice is required for inspections)

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

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8 Hill Road Warburton

$370,000 plus

Beautiful Views Over Warburton Come and fall in love with Warburton and this Tri Level home, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this is a must to inspect. Master is a real treat with gorgeous views, walk in robe and spacious ensuite. High Cathedral ceilings, loorboards throughout the bedrooms and living space creates a lovely low which extends out onto a fabulous decking area which soaks up some stunning views. Gas wall heating, open plan kitchen and dining with another small deck to add to the extended dining experience. A good sized usable fully fenced back yard is great for the family and pets, complete with a garage and within easy commute to the beautiful Yarra river, shops, transport and the Warburton rail trail.

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

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Cassandra Darwall Property Management

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KNOW YOUR LOCAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

A message from the Managing Director Bill Verhagen.

Back in 2007 after being in real estate for about 13 years, we decided as a family to start our own real estate company. Now, almost 10 years later we look back, and reflect on the amazing journey that it’s been.

With humble beginnings operating from home in the first year, Integrity has grown to become a 2 office network in Yarra Glen and Kinglake.

William my eldest son is Branch Manager of our Kinglake office.

He has become one of the area’s most respected and trusted agents.

As for myself running the Yarra Glen office, I combine 21 years of real estate experience, with 25 years previously in the building industry.

Integrity isn’t just a name. It’s how we run our business. It’s how we achieve amazing results for our clients.

It’s central to our motto.

Excellence in Service.

Without Compromise.

We are very proud to announce that Professionals Yarra Valley won the following awards in the RateMyAgent 2017 Agent of the Year Awards The awards, which are the largest real estate awards in Australia, recognise those agents and agencies that have ranked the highest based on customer reviews and feedback.

ASHLEIGH HALL WON AGENT OF THE YEAR FOR LAUNCHING PLACE & WARBURTON THE TEAM AT PROFESSIONALS YARRA VALLEY WON AGENCY OF THE YEAR FOR LAUNCHING PLACE, YARRA JUNCTION, MILLGROVE & WARBURTON Ashleigh Hall said “I’m excited to be named the top agent and proud that the award recognises the hard work of my team and the dedication we have to the local property market.”

The RateMyAgent Agent of the Year Awards compare over 26,000 agents and agencies across the country.

They highlight the leading real estate agents and agencies in each suburb, city and state across Australia, and on a national level.

A big thank you to all our wonderful clients who helped us achieve these awards.

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KNOW YOUR LOCAL REAL ESTATE AGENT EVIEW VOTED NUMBER 1 GROUP

Eview group Yarra Valley have been achieving some outstanding results for our vendors recently. We do this with the procedures we have as a united team, data base management and the latest technology to keep in touch with our buyer pool as well as our vendors.

Eview group Yarra Valley are your local experts leading the way in all areas of real estate, sales and property management. We support local community and sporting groups and thank all our clients, past, current and future for their returned support and business.

So, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for the Number 1 agents who sell more homes for more and offer an outstanding property management service, call us today for any enquiry you may have, remember your home is your castle!

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Sandy Hall Real Estate is a very community minded Real Estate

At Mark Gunther First National Real Estate, we always aim to pride the best possible service and a consistent range of high quality Residential, Rural and Lifestyle Properties, Marketing, Sales & Rentals to our clients at all times.

Mark Gunther – Director / Licensed Estate Agent Determined, enthusiastic and dedicated to local real estate for the last 35 years of which 28 of those years have been spent working in the Yarra Valley. Mark has achieved high respect from the community and his peers. His focus on Healesville, Yarra Glen and surrounding areas has contributed to many successful sales and many happy clients that keep coming back.

Gary Lucas – Sales Consultant After moving to Healesville as a child in 1974, Gary can definitely be considered a local. Having grown up and spent his working career in the area, he doesn’t just know the area - He loves it!

His real estate vision is quite simple, he wants to be able to help people achieve buying and selling property, and at the same time, always provide excellent service and support to his clients.

When quality of service counts, and for a friendly and compassionate attitude and hard work, you can rely on Gary to deliver results.

Kate Taylor - Sales Consultant Real Estate is Kate’s passion. Kate has been in the Yarra Valley for more than 30 years. She loves talking to people and loves houses. Having worked in the industry on and off since she was 17 starting as a receptionist for a big city agency and then moving onto a smaller boutique agency closer to home.

Kate started her Sales career almost 12 years ago, had a couple of years running her own successful Agency and am now happily working for Mark Gunther First National.

agency and Sandy has been involved in Real estate for almost 20 years. She is local resident an ‘independent’ agent with a strong level of commitment to honesty and ethics not normally associated with the Real Estate industry.

Sandy says “Many of the sales I make are from people I sold to many years ago, I find when people are happy with me they recommend me to their friends who may not have had such a good real estate experience in the past. When someone buys from me I make sure they have all the information they could possibly need about the area they are moving too, I show then where the Kinder is, the local primary school etc, we give them a Warby Hwy directory so they can access local tradies if needed.”

Sandy’s enthusiasm and personal commitment to both the Vendors and Buyers is a testament to the fact that she has bought and sold many times and can empathise with both buyers and sellers going through the same gamete of emotions that leaving your home, and buying another home brings.

Sandy has attended many conferences and courses over the years and has received a gold medal industry award as recognition of her ability and has countless testimonials from happy Vendors and buyers.

Sandy says ‘Now is a great time to sell having buyers and investors just waiting to purchase in most areas of the valley’.

Centrally located at 2874 Warburton Hwy Wesburn, pop in or phone 5967 2001 or 0402 260 364 to discuss all aspects of Real Estate.

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KNOW YOUR LOCAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

Your Yarra Valley Barry Plant Team With offices on both major highways – Warburton Highway at Woori Yallock, and Maroondah Highway at Healesville – Barry Plant can offer your sale or rental property great exposure.

As part of the larger Barry Plant Group – which has approximately 80 offices, including Lilydale, Croydon, Ringwood, Heathmont and Emerald – but individually owned, with Jenny Webb as Director, Barry Plant at Woori Yallock and Healesville, we are very customer focused and have a strong track record in negotiating excellent results for our clients.

Recommendations are very important to our business, so we are always delighted when happy clients give us an individually written card or thank you note and tell their family and friends about their positive experience with us.

Jenny Webb has been on the sales team since 2003, bought the Woori Yallock business in 2006, opened Healesville office in 2011, and is still actively involved in listing, selling and renting properties.

Jane Nunn joined the team in 2007, becoming Branch Manager at Healesville in 2011, and is actively involved in both sales and property management.

Peter Nunn has been Sales Consultant with our agency since 2013 after many years prior real estate sales experience in the Yarra Valley, and has listed and sold properties through both our Woori Yallock and Healesville offices.

John Holz joined the team in 2014 and is now developing his sales career after his initial involvement in sales administration and support.

Carli Mitchell has been involved in the property management and sales administration aspects of the business since 2013 and is now predominantly property management.

Adele Clinch is Marketing, Database and Administration Manager, having had many years experience in both the sales and property management areas of the business.

Together we are your local Barry Plant Team – so please contact us on 5964 7344 or 5962 1700 to discuss your real estate needs.

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Meanwhile, most homeowners are aware of the health and safety risks associated with cockroach infestations, including the allergies and asthma triggered by cockroach allergens, and the germs and bacteria they have been known to spread.

What may not be as widely known is the fact that cockroaches are a very interesting and resilient pest, which exhibit some very odd behaviour and survival tactics.

For example, cockroaches spend 75 per cent of their time resting and can withstand temperatures as cold as 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Let Frontline Termite & Pest Control solve all your cockroach problems today.

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So if a problem arises, let the professionals know.

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They specialise in termite treatment and termite control in the Yarra Valley and as far as Melbourne, in both new and established homes - commercial, domestic and extensions.

The company guarantees all work related to termite services and termite treatment, and they are fully insured.

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Rain push to points

By Dean Thompson Alexandra Speedway Club held its latest race meeting on 25 March while under threat of possible rain all day.

In the end, rain did wash out the meeting after all the qualifying racing had been done, and winners were determined on points to be Brad McClure, Ricky Cornwall, Warrick Howie and Luke Fallon.

Street Stocks were the main act of the night in a warm up before their Victorian title event at the same venue at Easter and the likes of Brad McClure, Lenny Bates, Scott Bull, Shaun Henry and Russell Hill, who will all compete in the title had come to get their set ups correct after recent track changes had been made.

Four qualifying races for the intended final were run with McClure winning two of the three heats he competed in and Jacob Mills and Russell Hill winning the other two, the latter in a almost track record one lap speed missing out by just 0.190 of a second in setting a new record.

Jacob Mills, who was on re-con for Mark Jennings who will be racing the title in April, had a second, a

Alexandra local Luke Fallon, the winner of Sports Sedans. 166596 win and a second, and that was good enough to put him on the podium and a smile on the face of the car owners.

McClure was awarded the win after the rain pelted the venue and washed all hope of finals with Mills second, then Bates, Bull and Hill rounding out the top five.

In the Junior Sedans, it seems a

recent head shave as a result of racing over $2000 for the Shave for a Cure charity has done Ricky Cornwall wonders.

His new streamline haircut helped him pave a way through the field in heats to two seconds and a first and a top of the points result over Kasey Garlick, Jeremy Gorski, Courtney

Meakins and Luke Dingley.

Luke Fallon in the Sports Sedans booked in a win and two seconds on his way to securing the top qualifier and points win over Steve Kershaw.

Andrew Jordan, Jack Van Bremen and Dale Smith rounded out the top five in a very competitive field that unfortunately had seen one of the new stars of the class Shane Kruger, end up with a wrecked car.

In Standard Saloon racing, a late nomination from the new Victorian Champion Warrick Howie made things tough for the others as he picked up three heat wins qualifying for the pole position.

The Standards were the only class able to complete their final before the rain, and Howie who elected to start at the rear of the field rounded up those ahead of him on his way to a win over Allan Poole, Sara Benson and her father Victor with Leigh Mitchell rounding out the top five.

Racing returns at Easter with the Victorian Street Stock title event attracting 50 cars to compete over two nights of racing.

Warburton takes the flag

Lilydale bowlers enjoy that winning feeling. 166263

Grand final victory for Lilydale side LILYDALE BOWLS Saturday 25 March was to be the final showdown of the Division 1 finals series.

Lilydale were victorious against Deer Park 83 shots to 66 with Lilydale not having to complete the last end as their lead was too great a gap for Deer Park to overcome.

The final was held at Doncaster Bowls Club on a grass rink.

Lilydale was well-supported by a large contingent of its members, all wearing their club shirts as a sign of solidarity.

People may consider lawn bowls as a very sedate sport.

However, the barracking throughout the match by both team’s supporters, mirrored anything that you would expect at the footy (without the profanities).

At half time, Lilydale had a handy lead of 12, with two rinks down and two rinks up.

There was no time for complacency as any quality team can soon bridge the gap with a few ends.

Last week, Deer Park and Lilydale both qualified to play in the

Victorian Bowls Premier League for the 2017-18 season.

Hence, it was both teams’ first encounter at playing a Premier League side.

After the half-time break, the weather threatened with a few spots of rain.

Fortunately, that’s all that was to fall, as any rain would have had an effect on the running of the green.

Gradually, the lead increased, and spectators kept up their constant support until the result was a foregone conclusion.

Once more, the game was played in a fine spirit by both teams.

At the conclusion of the game, the Lilydale team was congratulated in a moving speech.

Congratulations also go to the Lilydale Board of Management, which had a vision two years ago and appointed a coach.

This year, they added and assistant coach, Josh Sanders, to aid Troy Stafford.

Finishing the season third on the ladder was a carefully crafted strategy.

For more details, check out www.lilydalebowls.com.au.

WARBURTON BOWLS For such a small club, the Warburton Bowls Club certainly punches above its weight!

In a thrilling finish, Warburton 1 held off Darebin City 1 to win by two shots - 77 to 75 - at Doncaster on Saturday to win the White Flag as the best Victorian Bowls Association Metropolitan Division 2 side.

Congratulations to all the players for a wonderful team performance!

It was also pleasing to win alongside their Eastern colleagues, Lilydale 1, who won Division 1.

Rink scores were as follows: B. Woods 18/17; P. Woods 18/19; G. Broussard 17/29 and J. Van Der Zweep 24/10.

A fantastic effort from Jason Van Der Zweep in his first season as a skipper and to all his team!

Special thanks to all the club members and supporters, who were right behind the team throughout their finals campaign.

The club has been rewarded for all its hard work since joining the larger metropolitan competition.

Everyone involved should feel extremely proud.

They now look forward to a welldeserved break before preparing for the challenge of Division 1 next season.

New players are needed and welcome to join the club, so it can continue to grow and ensure it can field all three Saturday Pennant Teams next season.

For further details, please contact President Rodney McKail on 0437 373 752 or Chairman of Selectors Peter Woods on 0409 009 199.

Congratulations to Gary Broussard and Adrian Holmes who won the Club Pairs’ Championship by two shots - 18 to 16 - defeating Rodney McKail and Chris Neale in an exciting final.

With 16 of the 18 ends completed, the score was tied at 16 all, before Gary and Adrian finished with a run.

A reminder to all members the club presentation night will be held at the club on Friday 21 April.

Thank you to the Mail News Group for its continued support of the club and local community sport by including our reports each week in the newspaper.

Go Burras!

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McMath wins on countback WARBURTON GOLF WEDNESDAY Stableford: The best score on the day went to the ever-consistent Andrew McMath with a wellcompiled 37 points.

Andrew won on a countback, from Adam Patrick. Balls went to 34.

The NTPs were won by Tim Jones 1st, CHB 9th and Geoff Hall 15th.

Twilight: The last round of the season before the Big Shootout saw a good win to Junior Patrick (Sam), scoring 20 points.

Big brother, Adam, was runner-up on 18 points. Balls went down to 17 only.

NTP winners were Steuart Hawke 1st, Adam Patrick 3rd and John Hall 9th.

In an interesting aside, the final 10 to fight out the 2017 shootout has now been set.

The top three qualifiers are Lynda and Malcolm Dickson and Ossie McClay.

These three great mates play together every week, usually first off in the early afternoon.

Clearly, they enjoy each other’s company!

SATURDAY Par: The winner was young tyro, Angus Smith, with a solid +4. Angus is improving all the time, as his shrinking handicap testifies! The daily runner-up was John Hall with +2.

The ball rundown extended to +1 only.

The NTPs went to Kevin Conway 3rd, Dale Haggar 5th, Craig Staggard 9th, Neil Leckenby 12th and Tex Van Der Kooi 15th.

Trophy goes to Mocha and Lime HEALESVILLE BOWLS The Healesville Bowling Club was really jumping last Wednesday night at the conclusion of the six weeks of the Corporate Challenge Competition.

The club was blessed with good weather throughout the six weeks.

The 26 local businesses, with three members in each team, were still keen to play on the final night, even if they weren’t participating in the finals.

The finals were a very exciting event, with a new format to determine the premiers and best side.

The final four in finishing order after five weeks were: Davison Builder's, Mocha and Lime, McDonald’s Maintenance and Barz Up. The four sides played off against each other in a finals format, with the winners playing winners and losers playing the losers.

The two winning finalists were Davison Builder’s and Mocha and Lime, with Mocha and Lime winning a very exciting final in a game worthy of Saturday Pennant standard, not bad for so-called amateurs just having fun.

Afterwards, there was standing room only when all playing members, supporters, families and kids packed into the clubroom for the presentation of trophies and prizes, with nibbles and refreshments aplenty.

Heather and her team from Mocha and Lime were very excited to get the perpetual trophy for being Premiers for 2017.

In her acceptance speech, Heather said, “they all played well because they drank the coffee from their place", a free plug if you have ever heard one.

The raffle was huge, with the businesses that played kind enough to donate prizes for the raffle.

The night was a huge success - with those teams which played all eager to saddle up again in the next Corporate Challenge.

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Perfect score for Mick Ward

By John Wood A large roll-up at the Woods Point Gun Club for the recent Jack Scott and the Don and Ann Woods Memorial shoot made it a very busy day.

A large number of Scott and Woods family members were present to recognise the role that these founding members played in the club’s success.

In the opening event, four shooters shared the cash divide.

Trevor Newman in AA Grade, 30/30, Daryl Ewert in A Grade, 30/30, Chuck Lay in B Grade 27/30 with John Winters successful in C Grade, 29/30.

The 13th Jack Scott’s Memorial event was 25 targets Double Barrel that resulted in three shooters with perfect 25/25 scores, Rob Bevis, Mick Ward and Chuck Lay. After a short shoot-off, Ward was the proud trophy holder, 29/29, taking the AA Grade prize as well.

Bevis was second in AA, 28/29.

Ewert was successful in A Grade, 24/25, Laurie Poile second, 23/25.

Lay won B Grade outright, 25/25 from David Frazer 23/26 after a very short off with Geoff Hill and Richard Brown.

A great 23/25 saw Peter Lang win C Grade from Junior shooter Jack Cross 22/25.

The inaugural Don and Ann Woods Memorial event, 25 targets shot from handicap marks, was fiercely contended but resulted in only two battling for the trophy.

Laurie Poile and Chuck Lay both returned 25/25 scores and after a short shoot off, Lay was excited to take the trophy, 27/27, Poile in second place 26/27.

Pictured from left: Tom Apps (Sponsor), Chuck Lay, Mick Ward, Jamie Scott, Lisa Scott, Carol Tonkin (Scott) and Frances Scott. 165476 Peter Lang won third place 28/29 from Daryl Ewert fourth, 27/29.

Junior, Eddy Poole, shot a great 19/25 and is showing promise with Steve Bedggood in close contention, 23/25.

The day finished with the 20 target Jack Scott Memorial Tower.

Bevis and Ward again came up

trumps with 20/20 each, and after a shoot off Ward won the championship sash, 30/31, Bevis second, 39/31.

Mark Gracie, Daryl Ewert and Trevor Newman qualified for the minor placing with 19/20 each with Gracie taking third, 35/36 from Newman fourth, 34/36.

Ward capped off a fine day by win-

ning the High Gun sash, 68/70 from Ewert 67/70.

The clubhouse was abuzz with talk, laughter and reminiscences with the day a resounding success for the shooters and the visitors.

Thank you to the Scott and Woods families for sponsoring the two memorial events and to Tom and Cheryl

This week’s crossword proudly sponsored by

The Heritage Family

Apps for their long and valued sponsorship of the Tower Championship.

The crowd was so large that at the end of the day the lunch and arvo tea looked like a horde of locusts had swept in.

Great tucker was enjoyed by all.

For inquiries about clay target shooting ring John on 9808 2693.

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Motoring Sheppards pass on baton

By Kath Gannaway

Greg Chapman from Healesville on his 'Best Custom Bike, a VTX 1300S 166550

Carley, Liam and Katelyn from Healesville with Turtle the green Volkwagen bug.166550 Jackie Sheppard officially hands over to Pegasus' Dietmar Munnecke and Debbie Brasher.

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Monbulk CFA members on the fund-raising trail from left Leanne Sheil, Brian Rak, Sally Rutzou, Mick Hampton, Karen Noonan, Baugham Hinton, Vivienne Tee and Jason Dodson. 166550

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Healesville Community Bank manager Mark Tafford thanked Jackie Sheppard for a decade of hard work. 166550

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It was the end of an era for the Mountain District Car and Bike Show on Sunday, 19 March, with founders Jackie and Greg Sheppard bowing out after 11 years at the wheel.

Pegasus Rod and Custom Club has taken on organisation and ownership of the event ensuring its future after health challenges forced Jackie to step back.

The show started in Monbulk and moved to Healesville in 200x becoming a popular event with the local community and bringing car and bike enthusiasts from around Victoria to Healesville.

A major driver behind the event was the opportunity to raise funds for local charities and in the decade leading up to this year’s show, around $98,000 had been poured back into various causes throughout Yarra Ranges, the majority of it in Healesville.

The aim this year was to reach the $100,000, as a significant signoff milestone, and in officially thanking Jackie for the vision, commitment and hard work that has made the show such a success, Pegasus president Dietmar Munnecke, announced that a donation from this year’s show would achieve that goal ... and a little more.

In a tearful farewell, Jackie thanked all the sponsors, volunteers and entrants involved in the show saying she would treasure the relationships built up over the past 10 years.

She also thanked Pegasus for taking over the show and wished them success in the future.

Healesville Bendigo Community Bank manager, Mark Trafford, presented a certificate in recognition of the contribution the car show has made to the Healesville community.

The bank has been one of many sponsors of the event since it moved to Healesville over six years ago.

Mr Trafford said the bank had enjoyed a great partnership with the car show, and in particular with Jackie, and had great admiration for the personal resilience and determination she had showed, most notably in view of recent health challenges.

Mr Munnecke said their first show had also been challenging with the extreme heat impacting on numbers, but that they were looking forward to a great future for the event.

“Effectively, we had eight weeks to put it together.

“We have been helping Jackie out with volunteers for the show for eight of her 10 years, and in that time had rain, heat and all sorts of weather to deal with, so we will be working on this now throughout the year to make it a bigger and better event next year.

Mr Munnecke thanked all the 2017 sponsors and volunteers and the car and bike enthusiasts who made the show such a spectacle.

Meanwhile, the name of the show will change next year to reflect Pegasus Rod and Custom Club’s new venture.

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