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Bunjil Place boasts a magnificent Christmas tree for the community to enjoy.
There’s no better place to be this summer than Bunjil Place.
Summer at Bunjil Place As Casey’s new backyard, there’s no better place to be this summer than Bunjil Place. Soak up the sun in the plaza, let the kids cool off playing in the water fountain or make the most of warm summer evenings with free family movies on the giant outdoor screen all summer. On top of that, the big screen will also be showing a summer of sport, including cricket and the Australian Open tennis. But the entertainment at Bunjil Place doesn’t stop there.
Comedian Dave O’Neil rolls into the Studio on Thursday 14 December with a show of greatest hits, followed by Anh Do’s comedy show The Happiest Refugee playing live in the theatre on 22 February. Then on 15 March Ross Noble heads to Bunjil Place with his hilarious stand-up show El Hablador. Thursday nights in February come alive from 6pm with Summer Sounds, a program of free live music featuring some of Australia’s best music acts alongside top-notch local supports.
And from Friday 9 February to Sunday 11 February, feed the soul and belly with Hank Marvin Market’s Big Burger Bi-Annual as the event brings with it 15 burger vendors plus craft beers and tunes. Alternatively, from 15 December until 25 February, head down to Bunjil Place to play at the gallery’s summer exhibition Let’s Play: The Art of Our Time. Kids also have the opportunity to unleash their creativity at the NGV Kids on Tour exhibition from 8 to 11 January.
The library also has a jam-packed schedule of free games and activities on offer, including Summery Storytime, The Great Toy Contest, The Amazing Race (Bunjil Place edition), a Harry Potter Book night and Chinese Cooking with Jenny Chua, just to name a few! Summertime is playtime at Bunjil Place with a range of activities to keep families entertained, day and night. Visit www.bunjilplace.com.au for more information or to book tickets.
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The laughs keep coming with new acts announced regularly. Tickets are selling fast so it pays to get in quick. Dave O’Neil 14 December Anh Do in The Happiest Refugee LIVE! 22 February Ross Noble in El Hablador 5 March
Just for kids Sweep the little ones up in the wonder of The Australian Ballet’s Storytime Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty, let them join in life-sized chess in The Curious Game and create their very own masterpiece with NGV Kids on Tour. NGV Kids on Tour 8 - 11 January FREE The Curious Game 16 & 17 January FREE Storytime Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty 24 & 25 January
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Looking at the big picture General manager of the Big Picture People Fountain Gate Alex Golod and his team love to see beaming smiles on customers’ faces as their dream home theatre becomes a reality. The team at the Big Picture People Fountain Gate has created a range of home cinema packages that take the confusion and stress out of choosing the right system. More than 20 Home Theatre Packages are on display ranging from $6000 to $90,000 fully installed. “People can come in and experience dif-
ferent packages and price ranges,” Mr Golod explained. “In consultation with the customer we can design a package with the best possible components to suit their budget and room sizes.” Packages typically include home theatre projectors, screens, speakers, amplifiers, Bluray players, screens and set top boxes. The Fountain Gate store offers by far the biggest range of those products in Australia. The Big Picture People can also supply theatre furniture, acoustic panelling, star ceilings, multi room audio and video distribution,
smart home automation and security systems. The Big Picture People employs a team of in-house installers and programmers who ensure that all equipment is fully installed. Home owners just have to walk in, sit down and press play. “We incorporate the equipment into customers’ day-to-day life. We look at what is suitable for their needs. Each house and each customer is different,” Mr Golod said. “Because of the quality of technology now available, it is even easier to create a real theatre experience at home.”
Fitness is top of the list with a fitness coach and trainer, including how to use all of the equipment,” Fernwood Fitness Narre Warren owner Guneet Cheema said. “You will also get the 28 Day Breakthru online program with meal plans to nourish your body and exercise plans to get you moving. It will help you transition into your healthy lifestyle with ease.” Throughout the year, members will also have the opportunity to take part in programs such as the very popular and successful 12 Week Challenge, kickstarting in February 2018. “Last year’s national winner underwent a transformation of the body and mind, losing 22kgs and completely changing her mindset in just 12 weeks,” Guneet said. “The team at Fernwood Narre Warren is under new ownership and very excited to help you be the best version of yourself in 2018. “We would like thank our current members for being a part of our Fernwood family in 2017, and wish everyone a happy and safe
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Entertaining Narre carols Celebrate Christmas Eve with the community at the annual Narre Warren Carols by Twilight festival. The festival is hosted by the Casey City Church and is proudly supported by the City of Casey. Entry is free and families can enjoy a host of free entertainment, amusements rides and food trucks. Entertainment on the main stage starts at 7.30pm, ending with a spectacular fireworks display at about 9.30pm. The evening will feature performances by the winner of Australia’s Got Talent 2012 Andrew Da Silva, R & B singer Gary Pinto, The Voice 2017 contestants He Planned Us and the Carols by Twilight Band. The entertainment starts at 5.30pm at Bunjil Place. Other places to catch carols by candlelight in Casey before Christmas Day include: Christmas on the Foreshore Date: Friday 15 December Time: 6pm-10pm Venue: Tooradin Recreation Reserve, Foreshore Road, Tooradin Cost: Gold coin donation Hampton Park Carols by Candlelight Date: Friday 15 December Time: 7.30pm-9.45pm
Australia Post has extended trading hours at Fountain Gate to cope with the Christmas parcel rush.
Busy hours for post office Carols by Twilight will be capped off with fireworks. Venue: Cairns Road Reserve, corner Cairns Road and Campbell Drive, Hampton Park Cost: Free Berwick Carols Date: Saturday 16 December 2017 Time: 7pm-9.30pm Venue: Edwin Flack Reserve, Manuka Road, Berwick. Cost: Free
With less than two weeks until Christmas, Australia Post will keep post office doors open longer as it moves into its busiest period of the year. Residents in Narre Warren can visit their local post office during the extended retail hours of 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 2pm Saturday until 22 December. Victoria State Manager David Allen said the extended trading hours would provide customers with more choice and convenience to send and receive their Christmas gifts in time for the big day. “We know people are busy at this time of year, so we’re giving our customers more options to prepare for the festive season,” Mr Allen said. “We predict this Christmas will be our busiest yet. Last year we delivered more than 34 million parcels over the Christmas period, a
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Everyone’s a winner when Santa comes to town It's been a big year at Fountain Gate Bingo which celebrates its 27th anniversary in December. Fountain Gate Bingo is one of Victoria's leading bingo centres dedicated to providing a social entertainment venue that is safe, fun and friendly. Wishing customers a merry Christmas are staff, from left, Romana Hill, Rebecca DeKroon, Jennii Fenton, Carolyn Burce, James Rooney and Jenny Davis. 175611
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Charlie the Cockatoo was one of the 6000 guests to attend the Pakenham Carols by Candlelight. The 76-year-old cockatoo resides at the Pakenham Pony Rescue Centre with adoring parents Fiona Lester and Dean Cowan. “Cockatoos can live up to 140 so he’s really just a middle aged bloke,” Mr Cowan said. “He’s very outspoken and can argue a point. “He comes everywhere with us here at the rescue, and he lives out with the ponies - ‘the big cockies’ - as he likes to call them.” Charlie was rescued by the pair a number of years ago and is now part and parcel of the pony rescue organisation.
Eyes on the tiger Tiger fever is set to reach breaking point in Cardinia Shire. This year’s AFL Grand Final champion Richmond has announced the premiership team will be visiting Beaconsfield’s Holm Park Recreation Reserve for an open training session. Fanatics can watch their beloved team in action from 5pm on Tuesday 19 December. In addition, the free event will offer the opportunity to purchase merchandise and memberships, and attendees can buy food and drink on-site in support of the Beaconsfield Football Club. Cardinia Shire Mayor Collin Ross said the event was an affordable, family-friendly way
for fans and local kids to meet the players faceto-face and see them train without having to travel into the city. “We’re thrilled to be welcoming the Tigers back to Cardinia for their pre-Christmas training session,” Cr Ross said. “It’s the perfect opportunity for families and fans to kick back and relax in the midst of the busy festive season.” As part of the visit, children will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be put through their paces by the premiership players as part of a junior football clinic. Richmond CEO Brendon Gale said the club had a strong presence in the shire.
“The players will train, selected players will sign autographs and the group will host a children’s clinic in what will be a family friendly evening at Holm Park Recreation Reserve,” Mr Gale said. “The club partnered with Cardinia Shire Council in 2012 and we actively work together to bring the community together using football through various programs, events and community engagement initiatives.” Early registrations for the junior clinic are encouraged because places are limited. Registrations for the junior football clinic can be made at https://richmondfc.formstack. com/forms/christmas_in_cardinia.
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… BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE Casey Council, it’s time to wake up and smell the poo. Because a $500 fine for barkers’ eggs in this under-privileged area is just not on - and $200 for the heinous offence of not having a poo-bag is not much better. Would the council seriously levy such a hard-hitting fine against a child? A grandma? A young mum? Because rumour has it the actual offenders won’t be paying. No wonder when the news “dropped“, it caused a media sensation without limits. Rest assured, poo-ing puppies must be punished. And everyone needs to understand the need to meet the social responsibility of policing Fido’s faeces. But the old fine - of $200 - was far more appropriate, and just needed to be enforced. And for lacking a poo-bag? Let’s bring that back to $50 to $100. So for a struggling family in Casey, just how much money is $500? Well, it’s damn near a car registration payment, a month’s fuel for the family vehicle, Christmas bikes for a couple of kids - or about a third of the average ratepayer’s Casey rates bill. And, by any standards, that’s too much. Draconian penalties never meet with public approval, and make those attempting to enforce them a laughing stock. Casey needs, as a matter of urgency, for a councillor to stand up and move the reversal of the proposed fine, as not in keeping with community standards. Is there such a champion of the people sitting in the chamber, and willing to do their duty? If not, come election time, then a few may find themselves well and truly in the poo. - Jason Beck
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Drone laws pie in the sky? By Cam Lucadou-Wells The City of Casey’s attempt to regulate drones could have holes large enough to fly a jet plane through, say critics. Flyers in Casey will require a permit to fly drones outside private land from 1 January, 2018 or risk a $300 fine. Well, that is the council’s declared intention - with the first local law of its kind among Australian councils. The law won’t impact on people enjoying their drone, says Casey safer communities manager Caroline Bell - “so long as it is launched and landed on the private property and does not exit the external boundary of the property”. However flyers are confused by the local law’s wording, which seems to have a different meaning. A person must have a permit to “launch or land a drone on or from any private property”, it states. Phil Dunbabin, spokesman for the 1700-member Facebook group Melbourne Drone Flyers, is seeking clarification from Casey. The law creates a worrying precedent for flyers around Australia, he said. “We are concerned that not enough consultation has been done. “As it appears, the council will need a lot of people to police this because there will be a hell of a lot of people flying drones down the park.” Chris Knight, who founded the Facebook drone group DJI Owners Australia - No Sheriffs, says it’s unclear how people obtain a permit, and how much it will cost. The law seems to apply across any “remotecontrolled pilotless aircraft” regardless of its size, Mr Knight says. “This suggests that every nine-year-old
Casey Council is planning to regulate drones. 163231 receiving a Kmart microdrone for Christmas flying in their own backyard would be flying illegally and subject to a $300 fine.” He says there is no need for Casey to be involved. Drone flying is already regulated by the federal Civil Aviation Safety Authority. “Drones have a far better safety record than skateboards, bikes, cricket bats and so on. “This is a case where there is adequate fed-
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eral laws in place and the local council should have no jurisdiction.” Casey councillor Damien Rosario says the law was introduced due to community concerns. “We’re just getting ahead of the game. “People could use drones to follow people around with a camera, or they’re hearing the drone over their house watching them.
“These are valid concerns.” Cr Rosario, who is inviting a drone business owner to advise the council, also has questions about the law. “I wasn’t clear on what the council officers’ understanding of the laws were. “It would be very, very difficult to enforce.” Archie Paktitis, of the Hallam-based Australian Freestyle Flyers club, says there are gaps in drone regulations but the council should “mind its own business”. “For any new technology that comes out, no-one knows how to deal with it. “There’s a period of time where there’s a free-for-all and then regulations try to catch up.” Mr Paktitis says drone owners should be issued a permit by an association such as Model Aeoronautical Association Australia. His model-helicopter club’s members are required to abide by CASA rules. They also have to take out insurance for flying on public and private land. “There are a lot of drone users who just fly out on their own. “They just want to be unregulated.” CASA spokesman Peter Gibson said CASA issued about 20 penalties for breaches of its drone safety regulations this year. Most of the breaches were for flying drones within 30 metres of other people or for causing a hazard. Drone operators are also required to not fly higher than 120 metres, and keep the flying drone within the sight of the operator at all times. There are also areas restricted from flying, such as near airfields. and as indicated on a Can I Fly There? app. “Council rules (on) drones are a matter for councils,“ Mr Gibson said.
Church’s inaction hurt Searson victims over decades By Cam Lucadou-Wells The Catholic Church had grounds to expel accused paedophile priest Peter Searson a decade before his horrific reign ended at Holy Family School, Doveton, a Royal Commission has found. Father Searson was the centre of numerous complaints during his tenure from 1984-97 with all but one not followed through by the church or police. Parents and staff had pushed several times unsuccessfully for his axing, but he was abetted by the church’s “culture of secrecy”, stated the Royal Commission into institutional responses to child abuse report handed down on 5 December. Father Searson was accused of showing a dead body in a coffin to students, pointing a gun at parishioners, flinging a cat by its tail to its death, stabbing a bird to death with a screwdriver, frequenting boy’s toilets and sex-
Holy Family parish, Doveton. ually assaulting students. Then-Melbourne Archbishop Frank Little had sufficient information to remove Father Searson from the parish in October 1986. “Each occasion after October 1986 that complaints were made against Father Searson
to Church personnel was a missed opportunity for action by the late Archbishop Little,” the report stated. “The consequences of his inaction was that children were left at risk of harm, including sexual harm, by Father Searson.” The testimony of a former Holy Family School student abused by Father Searson in 1992 was an example of the “catastrophic human consequences of inaction”. The student’s trauma was “directly attributable” to Archbishop Little’s ongoing inaction six years earlier. “(Archbishop Little) suggested, unreasonably, that Father Searson was innocent and the allegations were baseless or unjustified. “He conveyed that Father Searson has his support and confidence, while the parishioners did not.” There was a “culture of secrecy” led by Archbishop Little to deal with matters confidentially to “avoid scandal to the Church”.
Several members of the Archdiocese had received complaints and failed to see the need to act, the report stated. Victoria Police also failed to follow up on sexual abuse allegations made by a 15-yearold girl in 1990. Father Searson was never charged with child sexual abuse or removed from the clergy. His Doveton reign ended in 1997 when he was put on administrative leave by then-Archbishop George Pell. The same year, Father Searson was released on a good behaviour bond without conviction for assaulting a child. He died in 1997. Melbourne Catholic Archbishop Denis Hart said he accepted there had been a “prevailing culture of secrecy” to protect the Archdiocese from scandal and liability. “Where this abuse occurred resulting from the passivity or inactivity of predecessors of mine, I sincerely apologise and accept responsibility.”
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With Robert Beeton, owner and baker at Beeton’s Bakery at Springhill Shopping Centre, Cranbourne North.
What is something people don’t know about you? I collect Australian stamp albums. How long have you been a baker? Over 10 years. How much flour do you think your bakery goes through in one month? I use many different types of flour. White, wholemeal, rye and high fibre flour, all in large quantities.
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Light on the return By Cam Lucadou-Wells Casey councillor Wayne Smith says a ratepayer-funded trip to Arizona, USA, to investigate a lantern festival in the Christmas-New Year period is not a holiday. The trip sends Cr Smith and Casey’s China engagement officer to the Phoenix Light and Lantern Festival for a week in preparation for a proposed lantern event in Casey in 2019. “Phoenix is not a holiday tourist destination. That’s not my agenda; it’s not even possible,” Cr Smith said. The trip was estimated to cost $5500 in airfares, accommodation and car rental - though Cr Smith says he won’t hire a car and will stay in a cheap hotel. The trip will probably cost about $3500 - a small investment compared to the potential tourism returns, he said. The delegation had been invited by the Sichuan Lantern Company, which organised transport and meetings at the event. Cr Smith said the trip would involve examining the Phoenix event’s logistics that couldn't be learnt on the internet. The festival’s land, parking and electricity requirements as well as sponsors and partnerships are some of the areas he will investigate. “I’m very experienced and interested in big events - that’s my background. “It’s not something to do via the internet. You have to do business with (Chinese companies) in person.” Cr Smith had met with the lantern company during Casey’s delegation to China in April. He defended his history of council-funded travel and conferences. Despite copping criticism, his trips to the US to research anti-graffiti strategies had “proven to be worthwhile” and saved the council “hundreds of thousands” of dollars. “It’s like the old saying, you have to spend
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A Time Tunnel at Lights of the World, Phoenix, 2016. money to make money.” The Phoenix Festival - the largest of its type in the US - includes about 75 Lights of the World lantern displays. The Casey lights event would be at least initially smaller than the Phoenix festival, Cr Smith said. It would be about the size of Frankston’s two-month sand-sculpture festival, drawing thousands of tourists as well as millions of tourist dollars. The event would be a particular attraction to Melbourne’s Chinese community - including 14,000 in Casey. It would be nothing like lantern festivals in Dandenong and Lynbrook, or indeed Australia.
“I said to a resident this week, I reckon this will be an event you’ll want to come to and you’ll love it. “The expression ‘lantern festival’ doesn’t do it justice. In Phoenix, they call it ‘Lights of the World’.” The council approved the trip on 5 December despite dissenting councillor Rosalie Crestani saying the trip didn’t meet the “pub test”. It “looks bad” especially during the Christmas-New Year period, Cr Crestani said. The lantern festival was also expected to require “some financial support” from Casey as well as a suitable site, according to a council report.
A child-protection staff’s union has accused the Department of Health and Human Services of failing to properly report a violent hostage situation in the department’s Dandenong office. As recently reported in Star News, an ice-addicted mother held a knife to her 10-year-old daughter’s throat and threatened to kill her on 4 October. At the time, she was seeing her daughter for a contact visit supervised by a child protection officer in a special-purpose room. The mother tried to barricade the room’s door, and was subdued by police using capsicum foam. Community and Public Sector Union state secretary Karen Batt accused the department of showing “more interest in suppressing the details than improving health and safety for staff”. “I’m extremely angry and extremely annoyed. “DHHS failed to even notify the critical incident to WorkSafe and have even left their own head office in the dark.” Ms Batt called for better screening for child protection staff dealing with fragile family situations. “As a result of their focus solely on client privacy, there has been no noticeable changes to protocols leaving staff still vulnerable to these violent incidents. “It’s not good enough to just ask the staff member if they are all right and then move on.” According to the department, the incident was not required to be reported to WorkSafe. It was reported to police and the department. A DHHS spokeswoman said such incidents were “very rare”. “Nonetheless, one incident is too many in our eyes. “Everyone involved has received counselling, and steps are being taken to strengthen security arrangements and procedures at the Dandenong office.”
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The rushed decision by six out of 10 councillors to send Cr Wayne Smith to Arizona to gain information about the ‘Phoenix Light and Lantern Festival’ makes a mockery of the council’s supposed commitment to accountability and transparency. The trip was not mentioned in the council meeting agenda, nor was it recommended in the council officer’s written report on the proposed Casey Lantern Festival. The cost of the trip will be taken from the Council’s ‘China Project operational funding allocation’ and yet, no such funding allocation was ever mentioned in the council’s public budget documents for this financial year. We also have a situation where a new overseas trip is being planned, when the final costing of the previous council-funded overseas trip in April of this year has not yet been verified on the council website ‘Register of Overseas and Interstate Travel’. Well done to those four councillors (Cr Crestani, Cr Serey, Cr Flannery, Cr Gilic) who voted against this current trip. The council is already planning a business case for the Lantern Festival and until this business case is published and scrutinised, it
On 8 December the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page shared a story about a group of Lynbrook residents concerned about large gum trees in Litchfield Way, Lynbrook whereby residents say the trees are dangerous and causing a mess. Here is what one resident thought: Jennifer Cobban: Good luck! We’ve been trying to get the council to remove the overgrown, extremely large and dangerous gumtrees in our street in Berwick for 15 plus
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Indecent proposal Dear Crs Smith and Rosario, As the owners of a property in Shrives Road, Hampton Park we received a letter advising of the Pound and Shrives Roads Residential Area Development Proposal, and notice of an information session, on 11 December. We are obviously affected by the proposed plan. We are absolutely astounded that this proposal has been put forward at this time of the year. As you are no doubt aware, the proposal has been discussed with council officers over a long time. We were given a draft map of the plan some two years ago by a developer who was negotiating with us to purchase our land. After agreement was close to being reached, this draft plan was the catalyst that caused the developer to withdraw his offer. We understand the developer got the map from a council officer, but cannot state this as fact. However, this indicates to us that the proposal is not recent. The timing of submission regarding the proposal is questionable. We note that the public meeting is one week before Christmas.
years. Same issues - dangerous branches, blocked gutters, blocked street drains, buildup of branches around bases of trees, raised footpaths, roots growing under foundations. And now we can’t even get them to send the street cleaner around anymore to clean it up. On 8 December the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page shared a story about Casey Council’s decision to fine dog walkers $500 fine they don’t scoop their pet’s poop. Here is
Submissions must be received by council by 31 December 2018. Is it purely coincidence that the timing for submissions re this proposal covers five weekends and four public holidays? It also covers the normal legal holiday period when many professional offices are closed, except for emergency-type situations. This proposal certainly does not fall into this category. Is this a deliberate ploy to allow the proposal to proceed without meaningful scrutiny? Or is it just incompetence on the part of council to deny meaningful scrutiny? Whatever the reason, the process has been unfortunate. It is noted that the proposal covers some 194 pages of data and information. Some of the information is of a technical nature, and requires professional, independent advice to landowners. It is unreasonable that landowners be expected to absorb this document, seek appropriate advice and be prepared to meet with the proponents of the plan within one week. This is a denial of natural justice. We request that you take urgent action to have the meeting of 18 December postponed and the proposal delayed until after the normal holiday period is completed. Barbara and Adrian Corkeron, Hampton Park.
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THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN To the kind Good Samaritan who helped me. I am a 70-year-old in a blue leg plaster manoeuvring a knee scooter down the gutter outside Paesano in Hampton Park on Sunday 10 December at about 4.30pm. I took a tumble and a strong gentleman stopped his car and was able to get me to my feet again. Didn’t get his name so I hope he is a local and reads this article. Many thanks.
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Thanks to Brendan Rees for his interesting report in the most recent edition of Star News, see “Smarter commute on the way for Monash sufferers". The member for Narre Warren North and Minister for Roads in Victoria, Luke Donnellan, is really only trying to fool frustrated commuters if he would have us believe that more flashing electronic signs and overhead gantries will significantly improve traffic efficiency. Minister, traffic gridlock on the Monash Freeway is not due to a lack of data informing us about how many lanes are open or how long it takes to get motorists from Narre Warren to Warragul road. Traffic gridlock is due to the fact that the Andrews Government makes much of its revenue receipts from the real estate and property development market. We all are forced to live a compromised quality of life so the State Government can make more and more money out of population growth and real estate transactions. But the Andrews Government has options. Why won't Luke Donnellan lobby Premier Daniel Andrews to provide Victorian residents with greater financial incentives to move into less populated regional areas, instead of trying to fool commuters with technology gimmicks? John Glazebrook, Endeavour Hills.
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Ado on poo By Cam Lucadou-Wells
Trudy Jensen, with daughter Holly and pet Milo. 175970 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS “People are fed up with pet owners not taking responsibility for picking up after their pets. “It’s common courtesy to the rest of the community. “We’re working hard to create Australia’s most liveable city, and a big part of that is ensuring our public places can be enjoyed and are kept clean for everyone.” Cr Ablett said the onus was on dog owners to take a bag. Being caught without a bag is worth a $200 fine. “Our officers are not going to be unreasonable and will exercise common sense, and our focus is more around education than enforcement. “The laws will be enforced on complaint and by undertaking pro-active patrols. Our local laws officers will continue to attend community events and shows and educate people on the relevant laws.” The $500 fine comes into effect on 1 January.
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Noah’s lifeline for disability Having recently opened its doors to the Pakenham community, Noah’s Ark offers a range of services and programs to support families who have a child (up to eight years old) with a disability or additional needs. As a not-for-profit community organisation, Noah’s Ark works closely with children with a disability, their families, and the services they participate in. They recognise that parents are experts on their own child and provide them with information and support that enables them to make informed decisions. The organisation offers community members access to specialists with professional backgrounds in speech pathology, occupational therapy, education, physiotherapy, psychology and social work. These ‘Key Workers’ visit families in their homes and can help build the skills and participation of children. They also strive to make sure that the important people in their lives
Screwdriver as a gearstick By Cam Lucadou-Wells A young mother has been jailed after repeatedly driving while disqualified, including twice while using a screwdriver as a gearstick. Tania Jayne Weatherley was pulled over in an unroadworthy Ford without number plates in Dandenong on 31 May. She was not wearing a seatbelt, had an open VB can in the front console and didn’t produce a driver’s licence. The gear shift was replaced by a screwdriver, police prosecutor Leading Senior Constable Kerryn Savin told Dandenong Magistrates’ Court. The car’s NSW registration had expired, its windscreen was “severely damaged” with multiple breaks and all of its tyres were unroadworthy. Weatherley, who was on a corrections order at the time, refused a breath test. Three days later, the same car with the same
‘gearstick’ was stopped by police on Princes Highway, Hallam. The driver Weatherley clung to a small dog and refused to wind down her window or leave the car. She became more aggressive so police deployed OC spray and removed her from the car, Leading Sen Const Savin told the court. She also pleaded guilty to a brutal assault on a woman in her Narre Warren home on 18 January. On instructions, Weatherley and her boyfriend demanded the victim hand over her expartner’s fishing rods and tools. During the confrontation, the victim was punched in the face, dragged outside, spat upon and had her hair pulled. Weatherley was also charged with stealing a man’s car key - and then his car - as he slept in a Dandenong hotel. Magistrate Pauline Spencer jailed Weatherley for six months.
have the information, resources and support they need to help their child learn, develop and reach their goals. “At Noah’s Ark we believe in the Key Worker model of service,” Noah’s Ark Pakenham team leader James Farrugia explained. “Unlike the traditional approach of therapy provided in a clinical setting, one staff member becomes your family’s Key Worker. “Our Key Workers are specialists in their areas. They promote Everyday Learning and Therapy in your child’s natural environment and within their daily activities by identifying your family’s needs, priorities and goals. We implement strategies built around your child’s daily routines and we coach and support parents and educators through this.” Noah’s Ark is located at 87 Treloar Lane in Pakenham. For more information, phone 1800 819 140 or visit noahsarkinc.org.au.
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A ‘First World’ makeover By Cam Lucadou-Wells A sub-standard sports facility that is home to Casey’s largest soccer club is set to receive a long overdue $3.6 million revamp. The State Government announced $1.8 million towards the upgrade of Jack Thomas Reserve in Fox Road, Narre Warren North. That amount has been matched by Casey Council. The project will create a new spacious pavilion, upgrade two pitches and expand the car park. It will replace the current cramped changerooms, minimal toilets, flooded pitches and a lack of sealed parking areas. It follows years of lobbying from tenant Berwick City Soccer Club. President Nicky Woodward said the project would allow the club to recruit players off its waiting list, and grow beyond its 800-player cap. Its facilities will be finally fit for women's, girls' and its all-abilities sides. On occasions, training had been cancelled because players in wheelchairs and walkingframes were unable to access the sodden pitch. “The real incentive of the club is to be able to include all walks of life. “We can open it to absolutely everybody involved in our club.” Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan said the pavilion was in need of upgrading. “We need to cater to the diverse community who are moving to Narre Warren North and ensure they have the right facilities to play sport and get outdoors.” Casey councillor Rosalie Crestani said the new facilities would more comfortably cater for the hundreds of players and visitors on match days. It would include much-awaited female friendly changerooms.
Left to right, Patrick Manno, Joe Di Iorio, Vince Manno, Lilian Bissell, Rosalie Crestani, Caden Robbie, Luke Donnellan, Jazmyn Bissell, Nicky Woodward, Tate Bissell, Rob Robbie, Emma Woodward and Bianca Bissell celebrate funding for a new pavilion. “It will bring them up to First World standard,” Cr Crestani said. The investment was a nod to the growing
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met the club’s “functional needs”. The club has been told the project will go to tender by early 2019.
Hoon action, council inaction - it’s a tale of two worlds By Cam Lucadou-Wells Long-suffering residents in a Narre Warren street are about to endure hoon peak season, but are still months away from a solution. Casey Council officers told residents next to the skid-thick turnbowl at Preston Hill Drive that a report will be handed down in March. “It will be too late,” said a fed-up resident - who pointed out that hooning typically ramped up in the summer. “Eventually, someone will be killed here.” Residents were told progress was stalling as Casey inquired whether it or VicRoads is responsible for the area. Michael Presta, a resident who organised a petition to close down the turnbowl, retorted: “If you don’t own it, why have you been maintaining it?” A man - familiar with the “slow-moving wheels” of government - suggested speed humps as an interim solution to the regular
drifting over several hundred metres down the street. “Will I see this happen in my lifetime? I am in my eighties!” The area has become a reported haunt for drifting, skids, drug deals, vandalism, smashed glass, dumped tyres and burnt-out cars. Sometimes, cars have careered through backyard fences. Residents tell of how they lie in beds at night hoping that a screeching car doesn’t crash into their homes. Casey officers were reluctant to close off the road - and access to the vast parkland. Residents argued that the turnbowl’s car park was rarely used by park visitors. “The only people who use it are hoons and drug addicts.” There were even sightings of a motorised esky. A council officer observed during the meet-
Casey Council meets with residents at the hoon hotspot. 176162 Picture: CAM LUCADOU-WELLS ing: “When people want to be idiots, they’re pretty determined.” Officers advised residents to report all incidents to Crime Stoppers and graffiti tags to
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STYLISH FAMILY HAVEN THIS deceivingly spacious and contemporary residence comprises a family-friendly floor plan with three abundant, light-filled living areas, master bedroom with full ensuite and oversized walk-in robe and three robed bedrooms. A sleek galley style kitchen with stone benchtops, quality appliances and walk-in pantry are central to the design. The charm and warmth of the formal lounge flows effortlessly to the relaxed open plan living/meals room. Adjoining is a sun-drenched alfresco which captures views of the surrounding district and nearby parkland. The property includes side access for additional trailer/boat storage, alarm system, ducted heating, bamboo floors and is positioned on a generous 760 square metre allotment. This is your chance to purchase a ready to move into home in a highly regarded enclave. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 63 Empire Avenue, Drouin, VIC 3818 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car Inspect: By appointment Price: $480,000 - $520,0000 Agent: Mike Rosario, First National Neilson Partners, Narre Warren, 9705 4888
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CONTEMPORARY FINESSE ELEGANTLY finished, this four-bedroom, all-class home is that perfectly positioned Berwick property, so keenly sought. Outstanding timber flooring to both expansive formal and informal living areas, a distinct sense of space is more than apparent, once inside. Beautifully appointed new kitchen, is a genuine feature, with gorgeous stone bench, quality stainless steel appliances, and stylish tiled splashback. This graceful theme is continued in both the main bathroom and ensuite. Outdoor alfresco area, accessible from the family area, captures views of the sizeable backyard. Ideal for entertaining, and a wonderful opportunity for your child to find their own comfortable space. Double garage, evaporative cooling, ducted heating and LED lighting throughout, are but some of the creature comforts. Education options are plentiful, nearby shops in abundance, easy freeway access, and only minutes to Berwick’s famous ’village feel’ main street, with renowned restaurants and excellent cafes. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 59 Bemersyde Drive, Berwick, 3806 Description: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Inspect: By appointment Auction: Saturday, 16 December, 11.00am Agent: Brad Nicholls 0417 324 711, HARCOURTS, BERWICK, 9707 4222 2
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COMFORT AND STYLE SET in a highly desirable Northside Court location, this custom-built 'builder's own’ home has so much to offer. Set on approximately 800 square metres of northerly orientated land, the home enjoys a stunning outlook to the Harkaway Hills. Its split-level floorplan features gallery entry, four generous bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in robe, three distinct living areas including lounge with built-in cabinetry and gas log fire, solid timber kitchen, bright airy meals area plus
separate family room. Outside, a useable (north-facing) garden space provides plenty of room for entertaining, kids to play and/or family pets. There is also rear access from the double garage for a small trailer or the like. Within walking distance of a range of excellent schools and easily accessible to highway/freeway, property of this calibre is often sought but seldom found. ●
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BRILLIANT BERWICK DISTINGUISHED by magnificent proportions, reminiscent of an English country cottage and a lovely place to call home. This enchanting double-storey home built in 1982 is ready for a family to move in and make their own. Refurbish, extend or enjoy as is, this 864 square metre block with captivating gardens delivers incomparable family appeal. Close to excellent schools, walking distance to Berwick Village via the leafy walking path and in an exclusive locale of Berwick, quick and easy access to the freeway. This graciously proportioned home with
formal living and fireplace, dual aspect formal dining, spacious Tasmanian oak kitchen with a stunning Savoir-Faire twin oven and meals area flows through to a second living area. Large windows and French doors overlooking charming established gardens. This three-bedroom abode, master with large ensuite is a rare treasure. Extras include ducted heating, evaporative cooling, three garden sheds, access to drive vehicles, boats, caravan to the rear garden. Don’t miss the opportunity to invest in prime Berwick real estate. ●
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Address: 14 Clover Close, Berwick Description: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Price: $800,000- $880,000 Inspect: By appointment Agent: FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS, BERWICK, 9707 6000 Contact: Peter Watson, 0418 105 402 and Tracy de Riter, 0407 343 629
Address: 3 Ayr Court, Berwick Description: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Price: $790,000 - $835,000 Inspect: Saturday, 1.00pm-1.30pm Agent: PEAKE REAL ESTATE 9707 5300 Contact: Anne Haynes, 0417 007 350
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4/8 Jamieson Court The home features open plan living, meals and kitchen area. The kitchen is complete with quality stainless steel appliances. Three bedrooms, master with ensuite. Additional features include; Gas ducted heating, split system a/c.
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210 Murray road For Sale INSPeCT: Saturday 1:00pm $420,000 - $462,000 Todd Mckenna 0418 391 182 libby rodriguez 0415 269 538
Comprising of three bedrooms, family bathroom and updated kitchen with quality appliances. Light filled living with hardwood floors, extends to an outdoor deck. Complete with stock bore, cattle yards and practical farm shedding.
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For Sale INSPeCT: Saturday 1:00pm $590,000 - $645,000 Todd Mckenna 0418 391 182
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7 Devine Drive Enjoy the space and comfort of this spacious newly refurbished family home. A hostess kitchen is central to the design complete with stainless steel appliances including twin ovens and butler’s pantry, that overlooks the open plan living/ meals area with direct access to a private undercover alfresco. Enjoy the comfort of a separate enclosed private lounge room. With four bedrooms, master with full ensuite and walk in robe, whilst the remaining bedrooms each feature built in robes and are serviced by a family bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of ducted heating/cooling. Encompassed by landscaped gardens, the property is a stroll from parkland, public transport.
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765 Cranbourne-Frankston road In close proximity to Ranfurlie & Settlers Run golf clubs is this 2002m² (approx.) allotment. Perfectly positioned for a young family looking for a large allotment or developer/investor looking to land bank.
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14 Clover Close aUCTIoN Saturday 16th Dec at 11:00am INSPeCT: Saturday 10:30am Sachin arora 0411 081 640
Custom built ‘builders own’ home on 800m2 block, features fabulous north-side court position with superb views to the Harkaway Hills. Featuring gallery entry, 3 living areas, solid timber kitchen, bright meals area & rear access from the garage.
For Sale INSPeCT: By appointment $800,000- $880,000 Peter Watson 0418 105 402 Tracy de riter 0407 343 629
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Shop 3 11 John Street, Pakenham obrienrealestate.com.au Savan Patel 0426 709 631
$780,000 - $855,000
Shop 3 11 John Street, Pakenham obrienrealestate.com.au Brendan Langley 0403 055 733
Comprising three spacious bedrooms (master including WIR and ensuite), light filled open plan living / dining flowing to a large outdoor area, Additional features such as; walk in pantry, ducted heating and garage with internal entry.
This two storey stunner impresses immediately with its modern facade, and only gets better once inside. t 4 bedroom + study, 40 squares of living t Butler’s pantry, stone bench tops t 3 bathrooms, colour bond roof
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Shop 3 11 John Street, Pakenham obrienrealestate.com.au Brad Townsend 0458 960 000 Banjo Vincent 0438 333 382
3 bedrooms – master with ensuite, WIR & split system A/C, fully appointed kitchen with SS appliances, meals area & Separate living room, close proximity to Pakenham Hills Primary school, kindergartens & public transport. Short drive to Pakenham’s CBD.
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4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen/meals area, lounge with feature hardwood timber floors on approx 799m2. Outstanding investment or development opportunity, potential to construct another house out back (STCA), or sub-divide the block.
Shop 3 11 John Street, Pakenham obrienrealestate.com.au Brendan Langley 0403 055 733 Rod Capuano 0414 960 000
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98 Lampard Road, Drouin LONGVUE PLACE
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Buy now and SAVE THOUSANDS ON STAMP DUTY. These units offer three bedrooms, two bathrooms, modern kitchen with stone benchtops, open plan meals/lounge area, stainless steel kitchen appliances, gas ducted heating, security doors, blinds, lyscreens, double garage, fencing and landscaping. Also available are two bedroom, one bathroom and single garage units $314,950.
Optional additional inclusions pack $4000 which includes 5kw split system air conditioning unit, remote garage door and dishwasher.
Contact Dale Atkin 0402 717 891
Now under construction with completion expected early February 2018.
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Located in the popular Bellbird Park area and only minutes from local shopping centre, primary school, high school and train station.
65 Moody Street, Koo Wee Rup NEW LAND SUBDIVISION Quiet court location with only 18 premium home sites available. These lots range from 550m2 - 911m2 Titles expected June 2018. All services available.
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Within walking distance to town centre and local schools. Secure now, these lots won’t last long!
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3/25 King Street
$350,000 - $385,000
LOOK NO FURTHER!! Located in a quiet and quality complex is this magnificently presented 2 bedroom unit with walk in robe and ensuite to master. The modern kitchen has gas hot plates and electric wall oven and abuts an open plan meals and lounge room. Gas ducted heating plus reverse cycle air con caters for all climates. Outdoor entertaining is provided with timber decking and BBQ area. Single garage has remote control door. The grounds and gardens are perfectly tended to. All shopping, medical, public transport is within a comfortable few minutes walk. Would ideally suit retiree or first home buyers. Pristine and quality presentation. Make this your new address.
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13 Ann Crescent
$525,000 - $565,000
PRIME TOWNSHIP LOCATION – BIG BLOCK This comfortable brick veneer home is situated in a prime township location only a few minutes walk to shops, bus, train and doctors and comprising 786m2 with plenty of potential as a family home or development opportunity. The home consists of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, 2 living areas and kitchen that has an outlook over the huge rear yard. A brick double garage is included with this court positioned home. There is the chance to renovate the family home or buy for investment, you may (STCA) be able to develop the site in the future as it is a big block and in the township zone. An opportunity now as they don’t come along every day in this location.
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27 Moorgate road, cLYDe NOrTH Family Oasis This instantly appealing single level brand new four-bedroom residence, located in an enviably tranquil yet convenient location in the exclusive Highgrove Estate precinct has all that any first home buyer, down sizer or family would so desire. With innovation and quality seamlessly integrated throughout this home you can look forward to moving straight in and do nothing but enjoy.
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In the height of the Horizons Estate in one of Berwick’s most sought-after locations you will find this this beautifully presented 3 bedroom family home offering a superb mix of casual living flooded with natural light. Surrounded by beautiful gardens complete with fruit trees plus garden shed and water tanks, conveniently located close to all Berwick’s amenities - this generous family home will inspire you.
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3 Ayr court, BerWIcK charming english cottage Distinguished by magnificent proportions, reminiscent of an English Country Cottage and a lovely place to call home. This enchanting double storey home built in 1982 is ready for a family to move in and make their own. Refurbish, extend or enjoy as is, this 864sqm block with captivating gardens delivers incomparable family appeal. Close to excellent schools and within walking distance to Berwick Village.
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GIFT DRIVE BRINGS HOPE TO FAMILIES THIS CHRISTMAS PARKLEA’S Gift Drive is back this year, bringing Christmas joy to children in need. The annual drive brings the community together to support disadvantaged families with gifts delivered via local charities 4C’s and Windermere. “For most children Christmas is a time of excitement as they look forward to holidays, feasts, lights and presents under the tree,” said Jarod Mills, Sales and Marketing Manager at Parklea. “However, for families struggling to put food on the table, the festive season can be a painful reminder of financial trouble.” Residents are urged to bring hope and Christmas cheer to local families this year by donating gifts for children up to 16 years old under the Gift Drive trees at Arena Shopping Centre and Timbertop Estate Sales Suite. Many of the children who will receive these gifts are victims of financial hardship, broken relationships, family violence, and lack of education. While Christmas gifts won’t solve these larger issues, they can bring hope and joy to children who have had to grow up faster than their peers. Each year The 4C’s and Windermere help thousands of families across the Cardinia Shire with financial support, housing, job assistance, counselling, life skills training and connection to services. In response to last year’s drive, Dr Lynette Buoy, CEO of Windermere, said she was grateful for the donations at this difficult time of year. “We are delighted by the support and
display of strong community spirit and thank Parklea for helping us create Merry Moments for those in our community who would otherwise miss out this Christmas.” Cheryl Daly, General Manager of The 4C’s, was equally grateful. “These families have been doing it tough over the past year. “To see the joy on children’s faces as they receive toys from their parents or carers is priceless,” she said. Jarod Mills of Parklea encouraged members of the community to pitch in again this year and give what they can to
those who are struggling. “We continue to be blown away by the generosity of the community to these initiatives and ask that families take time during their Christmas shopping this year to purchase something for a child in need,” he said. Visit parklea.com/giftdrive for details on this year’s Gift Drive Donate at Arena Shopping Centre Timbertop Estate Sales Suite Donations close Donations are welcome right up until Christmas, however early donations are greatly appreciated. ●
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To all our valued clients, friends and family. Thank you for your ongoing support in 2017, you’re the reason we’re number 1! 2017 - #1 Ofice with the greatest increase in sales 2017 - #3 Top Sales ofice of the year 2017 - #3 Top Seller
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FOCUS ON … CHRISTMAS IN PAKENHAM
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One place for beauty At Lakeside Hair Beauty Spa, the dedicated team of hair and spa professionals understand that it isn’t always easy to find time to relax within busy schedules - especially at Christmas time! But that’s also why they offer customers luxury ‘me time’ with their ultimate pampering experience of a day spa, and beauty and hair salon all in one place. “Our mission at Lakeside Hair Beauty Spa is to inspire people to look good, feel great, embrace their natural beauty and improve individual wellbeing,” Lakeside Beauty Spa Managing Director Anne Nguyen said. “We provide an exclusive one-on-one experience so that every client is attended to individually and serving tea is our ritual to begin and complete every treatment.” In addition to their array of services, the Lakeside Hair Beauty Spa retail boutique offers an extensive range of professional products for skincare, hair care, makeup and body care, as well as offering unique spa gifts. “We have partnered with prestigious product brands in the industry including Payot, Matrix and Napoleon to provide our clients with quality services,” Anna said. “Lakeside Hair Beauty Spa is led by hair and spa professionals with combined experience of over 30 years in the industry and has become Melbourne’s outer south-east destination to visit. “It is also a favourite place for local Pakenham residents for all their hair, skin and body
With less than two weeks until Christmas, Australia Post will keep post office doors open longer. Residents in Pakenham can visit their post office during the extended retail hours of 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm Saturday; and extended parcel hatch access 7am - 6.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm Saturday until 22 December. Victoria State Manager David Allen said the extended trading hours would provide customers with more choice and convenience. “We predict this Christmas will be our busiest yet. Last year we delivered more than 34 million parcels over the Christmas period, a record we expect to break this year,” Mr Allen
said. “We’re also making it easier for our customers to choose how their items are delivered. “We’ve introduced an SMS notification service for parcel deliveries. “On the morning of delivery, customers will receive a text message with the option of having the driver leave the parcel at a safe location at their home, confirm they will be home or deliver directly to a post office if no-one is home. “Customers can also take advantage of our parcel delivery services by opting to have their parcels sent to any one of our free 24/7 parcel lockers, to a post office of their choice, or to a PO Box.”
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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT… Remorse not deep-rooted
Stolen goods
A thief who was caught on CCTV allegedly stealing plants from a garden bed at Cranbourne Public Hall on Sunday 12 November has not lived up to her promise to reimburse the hall for the theft. The thief returned to the scene of the crime a few days later to leave a hand-written apology note under the front door of the Cranbourne Public Hall. The letter stated: “It was a bad choice of mine at the spur of the moment” and “I’d like to pay the $47 back to you.” Star News was in contact with the Cranbourne Hall this week and was advised the thief had not paid the $47 for the loss of the plants she claimed to have taken. A hall spokesperson said: “She got shamed and we got our message across - showing we have CCTV.”
Building tools and materials valued at more than $100,000 have been uncovered by police in Hampton Park this morning. Casey Crime Investigation Unit detectives arrested a 21 year-old Hampton Park man following the execution of a number of warrants. Police searched a Barnsbury Close property in Hampton Park, about 9.15am, where they located a large quantity of allegedly stolen tools and building materials. A number of the goods have already been linked to four local burglaries. A second warrant was carried out on Alisna Boulevard, Cranbourne North. Detective’s uncovered more allegedly stolen tools and building materials. A female resident from the property is also assisting police with inquiries.
Good and bad Social media can be a powerful force for good. Recently, Casey police’s Eyewatch page put a call out on Facebook for help to find the parents of a two-year-old boy found wandering on Narre Warren South streets. In less than 30 minutes, the boy’s family got in touch with police and were on their way to being reunited. On the other hand, some commenters were quick to jump into a debate on the merits of the boy’s parents.
Rob attempt A man is wanted by Cranbourne police in relation to an attempted theft from a store in Cranbourne North on Saturday 25 November. A male was observed by staff at 3pm stuffing items down his pants and was approached by staff when he attempted to leave the store. The male became aggressive with staff and returned the items. Police have released a CCTV image of a male who they believe will be able to assist with inquiries. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au
Let them see lights Christmas lights are blazing across Casey this time of year. We are hearing hordes are taking a peek at the night lights at several homes in Song Street and Hugo Court, Narre Warren.
Should be on DVD The inaugural Clyde North Christmas Carols hosted by Gethsemane Church on Friday 8 December were hailed as a resounding success. So much so that one spectator walked away from the event hoping to have a copy of the carols on DVD. “I can’t get over all the amazing singers. Please next year can you make a DVD of the songs as I would love to buy one,“ she told the event’s organiser Kerrigan La-Brooy.
FOCUS ON … CHRISTMAS IN BEACONSFIELD
Proud supporters The Beaconsfield and Lakeside Community Bank branches are proud to be supporting WAYSS during the 2017 Christmas period. As Beaconsfield Community Bank customer service officer Kylie Durrant explained, the decision to support WAYSS was based on the values that both organisations work to uphold within their communities. “The Beaconsfield and Lakeside Community Bank branches chose to support WAYSS this Christmas as they are an organisation that does a lot to support those that are disadvantaged,” Kylie said.
“They share many of the same values as Bendigo Bank in the belief that it is so important to give back to our local communities. “This is why banking with a community bank is such a great choice. Your everyday banking allows us to provide funds to so many local organisations such as sporting clubs, schools and emergency services.” It is WAYSS' core purpose to assist individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to improve their life circumstances by providing access to stable, affordable and safe accommodation.
WHERE TO GO FOR GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFTS
WAYSS exists to serve those in the community who are experiencing difficulties by offering support and advocacy to alleviate homelessness and re-establish connections and links in the community. The Beaconsfield Community Bank is located at Shop 6, 52-62 Old Princes Highway in Beaconsfield. For more information, phone 9769 5122. The Lakeside Community Bank is located at Shop19, 18-36 Lakeside Boulevard in Pakenham. Phone 5940 8794 for more details. Alternatively, visit www.bendigobank.com.
Beaconsfield Community Bank Branch manager Andrew Gardner and customer service officer Simone Nicholson are proud to be supporting WAYSS this festive season. au. For more information about WAYSS, head to www.wayssltd.org.au.
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WHAT’S ON Berwick Carols
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Edwin Flack Reserve, Manuka Road, Berwick, on Saturday 16 December at 7.30pm9.30pm.
Free selfie with Santa Mr and Mrs Claus will be available for a photo at 12 Lupin Court, Cranbourne North. Free Santa bags for kids (includes lollies, glow in the dark stick, packet of chips, play-doh and a whistle). 8pm-9pm on Saturday 16 December. Free entry. Remember to bring your camera.
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Max Pawsey Reserve at 340-350 Princes Highway, Narre Warren, on Sunday 24 December, at 6pm-9.30pm.
Hampton Park Carols by Candleight
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Cairns Road Reserve Oval, corner Cairns Road and Campbell Drive, Hampton Park, on Friday 15 December, at 7.30pm-9.45pm.
Christmas on the foreshore Tooradin Foreshore Reserve on Friday 15 December, at 6pm-10pm.
Christmas trees Friends of Ermera are selling fresh Christmas trees in three sizes at Akoonah Park Sunday market. All proceeds support education and training programs in the Ermera district of Timor Leste. Trees are also able to be ordered from friends. of.ermera.president@gmail.com or 0418 557 988. Delivery available in City of Casey for $5. The trees are on sale at Akoonah Park market, Cardinia Street, Berwick on Sundays, 10 and 17 December, 8am-1.30pm. Trees range from 7 foot ($70), 6 foot ($60) and 5 foot ($50).
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10th Annual Christmas Lunch Hampton Park Uniting Church is celebrated its 10th annual Christmas lunch. The church welcomes you and your family to join them for lots of fun and great food. Hampton Park Uniting Church, 1 Coral Drive, Hampton Park, starting at 11.30am, 25 December. If you would like to volunteer on Christmas Day or be a part of the 10th celebration of Christmas lunch, contact 9799 7994 or email: narrehamptonparkuc@bigpond.com
Casey Choir Sings Christmas You will be seated at round tables with room to place your BYO nibbles and drinks. Casey Choir will entertain you with a program of Christmas carols and songs. Some will be new and some will be your old favourites. There will be opportunities to join in singing with some carols. Bring the family or friends, or come alone and make new friends. Coffee and tea provided. Akoonah Park Function Centre at Cardinia Street, Berwick, on Sunday 17 December, at 7.30pm. Tickets: Adult $20; concession $15; children under 12 free. Inquiries and bookings: 0403 350 448 (Robyn). Bookings are essential.
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Step into line dance Sequence line-dancing, which is line-dance at a slower tempo for older movers, is held on Thursday afternoons by Casey Cardinia Life Activities Club. Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21A Bemersyde Drive, Berwick, on Thursdays, 2pm-4.30pm. Details: Val on 0417 039 753.
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Merry Christmas Members of Narre Warren Seniors wish all readers a happy Christmas and health and happiness in the new year. The club will close on Wednesday 13 December and will re-open on Wednesday 17 January.
Zumba class Bounce into fitness with instructor Nidia at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House. Thursdays, 7-8pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21a Bemersyde Drive, Berwick. $10 per session. Bookings 9702 1218 or admin@bpnh.org.au.
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Indoor bowls Everyone is welcome to attend indoor full size regulation bowls. Enjoy a cuppa afterwards. Every Friday morning at 10am at Cranbourne Indoor Sports Centre, Smethurst, at Cranbourne. Phone Ron 5990 9048 or 0411 126 946. Bowls supplied. Cost $5.
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Support Hampton Park Uniting Place offers many opportunities for people to make new friends and help contribute to the wellbeing of others. The range of supportive groups are also offered for people to become involved in, such as the Carers’ Hub on Tuesdays which is welcoming space for carers to join together and receive support and information from professionals. The group also enjoy a two-course meal together. Hampton Park Uniting Church, 1 Coral Drive, Hampton Park. Activities can be viewed on its Facebook page. For more information contact Farrah or Jo via email on narrehamptonparkuc@bigpond.com or call on 9799 7994.
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Friends for a cause Berwick Evening View Club meets monthly and welcomes new members. The club raises funds to support the Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. The club aims to provide an opportunity for women of all ages and backgrounds to make new friends while supporting a good cause. Meetings on third Monday of the month, 7pm at the Beaconsfield Hotel, 1 Princes Highway, Beaconsfield. Details: Kay 9769 7762.
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U3A Cranbourne Third term is well underway, but U3A Cranbourne is still looking for more people in the following classes - folk art, bridge, Mahjong, chess, singing for fun, sewing and patchwork, fishing, and learning music keyboard. If retired and looking for something to fill in time, come along and join the happy group. For further information, phone 5995 0311 or visit www.u3acranbourne.net.au.
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Basic computer classes Small classes with patient tutor. Tuesday mornings for eight weeks at Hallam Community Learning Centre. Phone 9703 1688 or email admin@hallamclc.com.au.
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Tuesday playgroup Your child can socialise and make great friends at a small and fun Tuesday playgroup. The group is supervised and facilitated by an experienced playgroup leader, with craft activities, songs, story-time and outdoor play. For children up to four years old. Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South, Tuesdays, 9.30-11.30am. Bookings on 9704 2781.
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Gentle yoga Fight stress, get fit and stay healthy with a gentle yoga exercise class in Berwick. Booking is essential. Tuesdays, 9.30-10.30am, and Wednesdays, 7-8pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21a Bemersyde Drive, Berwick. $10 a session or $80 for a 10-week term. Details from admin@bpnh.org.au or 9702 1218.
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tional Movers club for a gentle exercise class for those who prefer it or step up their pace if they can. Mondays, 11.15am and Wednesdays, 11am at the Scout Hall, Gunns Road, Hallam. $5 per class. Phone 9703 1688 for more details.
Myuna Farm
Hallam Senior Citizens Club is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Members enjoy carpet bowls, bingo, games, clubroom events and day tours. New members are welcome. For further information, contact president Dorothy Mickelson on 9796 7580. The centre is at 2 Princes Domain Drive, Hallam.
Myuna Farm in Doveton hosts a produce swap where residents can swap their excess homegrown produce with other participants. Produce swaps are not only for swapping home-grown fruit and vegetables, but participants can also bring along items including eggs, seeds and seedlings, flowers and compost. There is no money exchanged, just items swapped. New participants are welcome and no bookings are required. Myuna Farm, 182 Kidds Road, Doveton, second Saturday of every month. Call 9706 9944.
Pre-school story time
Mental health program
The Berwick Mechanics Institute and Free Library is providing a story time for pre-schoolers. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am at 15 High Street, Berwick. Call 9707 3519 or email bmi@dcsi.net.au.
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Problem drinkers Al-Anon Family Group is for relatives and friends of problem drinkers. Mondays from 10am at the Andrews Centre, corner Hanna Drive and Heatherton Road, Endeavour Hills. Call 1300 252 666 or visit www.al-anon.org.au.
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Indoor bowls Enjoy full size indoor bowls at the Casey Indoor Sports Centre every Friday morning. Morning tea supplied. Holland Drive, Cranbourne, 10am-noon. Cost $5. Call Ron on 5990 9048 or 0411 126 946.
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Grow offers a 12-step recovery focused program to those who are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties. Berwick Neighbourhood Centre, 112 High Street, Berwick, every Wednesday at 10am. For further information, contact Grow Community Centre on 1800 558 268 or visitwww. grow.org.au. Gold coin donation is appreciated.
Parkrun Participate with more than 100 others in a free five-kilometre timed event every Saturday morning. The event caters for serious runners and for those wanting a jog or even a walk. Saturdays at 8am at Berwick Springs. Visit the Berwick Springs Parkrun website for more information.
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Cranbourne Garden Club
Stitch up a course
Everyone is welcome to come along and have fun and maybe learn something about gardening. Meetings at Cranbourne Public Hall, second Thursday of the month at 1.30pm. Contact Julie Muley on 5995 1420.
Stitch and Chat is a weekly practical workshop for sewing crafts - knitting, embroidery, quilting and crochet led by a guest facilitator. Narre Warren North Uniting Church. For details and dates, phone 9700 5061.
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Cranbourne Park offers health walks where participants are taken by a qualified instructor from the YMCA. Registrations can be taken on the day and participants are encouraged to wear loose-fitting clothes and comfortable walking shoes. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.40am-8.45am in the fresh food area.
Disadvantaged toddlers group
Artwork sale
Senior Citizens
This is a self-help support group for parents whose severely disadvantaged children are unable to participate in mainstream pre-school activities. It is particularly aimed at children who are suffering from conditions that require 24hour supervision. Narre Warren North Uniting Church. For details and dates, phone 9700 5061.
Hallam Senior Citizens Centre is welcoming new members. Senior citizens can enjoy carpet bowls, bingo, games, club room events and day tours. Visitors are invited to pop in and enjoy a game of bowls or bingo to see what the club is like. Free bowling tuition provided. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays Hallam Senior Citizens Centre. For further Information phone president Dorothy Mickelson on 9796 7580.
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Berwick Art Society’s paint group sells its artworks each Thursday. Everyone is welcome to visit and chat with the artists. Thursdays, 11.30am-2.30pm at the Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Road, Berwick.
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Affordable healthy cooking
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Victory on Cup Carousel By David Nagel The old saying goes that a change is as good as a holiday and a super-refreshed Like A Carousel proved that point precisely with a grinding victory in the $250,000 Sportsbet Pakenham Cup (2500m) on Saturday. Trained by Ken Keys at Cranbourne, the eight-year-old gelding exhibited the benefits of a European-style preparation, gunning down Khartoum ($31) and race favourite Oncidium Ruler (4.20) in the shadows of the post to record just his fourth victory in 52 career starts - at outsiders odds of $41. Keys suggested Like A Carousel, ridden by Linda Meech in the big race, was thoroughly enjoying his new training regime. “We pretty much stuck to the script until recently, but decided to change his program and it’s really rejuvenated his attitude towards racing,” Keys said. “He had a jumps preparation during winter and then spelled well and ran an outstanding race first up over 1800 metres at Sandown. The original plan was to run him a week later, but he was going that well we decided to put him straight out to the distance.” Keys wasn’t overly confident heading in, and the outstanding racing surface at Pakenham diminished his hopes even more on game day. “Look, he’s an old horse with some joint issues and we were pretty confident there would be some considerable give in the track,” Keys said. “But, considering the rain we had, the track at Pakenham held up remarkably well. We would have preferred it a bit softer but we’re more than happy with the end result.” Like A Carousel’s win continued a great winning streak for Keys in feature cups, with the Pakenham Cup now sitting proudly alongside silverware won at Bendigo, Cranbourne, Hobart and Sale. “I just really enjoy setting a horse for a race and the stayers provide you with that opportunity,” Keys explained. “We’ve got a few nice cups in the bank now and it’s a great thrill when the preparation pays off.” Keys said he will now set Like A Carousel for two key races on the staying calendar. “Initially he will do a fair bit of work on the water walker and then be set for the Bagot (over 2800 metres at Flemington) on New Year’s Day. And now his rating points are up and he’s back in a higher grade we might consider a tilt at the Adelaide Cup in early March. But, at the end of the day, he’ll end up back over the jumps.” Keys praised Meech for her patient ride. “She was very patient off a strong tempo,” he explained. “We were probably a pair further back than we envisaged during the run, but he needs space and he got a lovely cart into the race from Grey Lion.” The winning trainer said the south east suburbs of Melbourne were the right place to
The Pakenham Cup field springs from the gates on Saturday.
Like A Carousel collars the Pat Carey-trained Khartoum in the shadows of the post.
Jockey Linda Meech and trainer Ken Keys hold aloft the Pakenham Cup after Like A Carousel's impressive victory on Saturday. 175994 Pictures: ROB CAREW
Luke Currie celebrates his win aboard Amadeus in the VOBIS Gold Bullion.
be, with both Pakenham and Cranbourne providing a plethora of racing action.
“There’s night racing at both tracks and Saturday was a fabulous day with huge crowds and that can only be good for racing.” Regional trainers fared well in the day’s features, with Mornington trainer Matt Laurie claiming the David Bourke Memorial with Master Reset and Mick Kent preparing Ama-
deus to win the VOBIS Gold Bullion out of Cranbourne.
“Without doubt, they both complement each other and I’m sure there’s a healthy rivalry involved, pushing each other even further,” Keys said.
Numbers are still being tallied for the big day, but the Pakenham Racing Club has indicated that approximately 8,500 people were in attendance.
Clubs planning to honour a ‘true hero’ By Nick Creely Both Keysborough and Springvale Districts are doing everything in their power to keep Shaun Oliver’s heroic legacy alive. The two football clubs have agreed to compete for a memorial trophy named in Shaun’s honour, with the two sides’ Under 19s clash next year to be earmarked for a special event, however the date and venue is yet to be locked in until the fixture comes out early next year. Oliver, 32, drowned on Sunday 10 September while trying to rescue a stranger’s child who was caught in a rip on a NSW beach, a heroic act that captured headlines around the country. The two clubs - which Shaun played at during his promising football career - will fundraise at the game for Shaun’s young family - his wife Carla and three children. The best-on-ground, or the player that best displays qualities of Shaun on the day, is likely 30 STAR NEWS
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to be awarded some sort of medal presented by a member of his family. Springvale Districts president Sean Francis said that while there is still a lot of the finer details to be sorted out with Keysy, it is an honour to be able to pay tribute to a man he believes is a ‘true hero’. “We only really started discussing it a couple of weeks ago (with Keysborough), and there’s always been a thought that something would be produced in his honour,” he explained. “It probably doesn’t do it justice considering what he did, but it’s the least we can do as a football club, to show support and get behind the family and the community. “We will definitely play each other at least once, and if we play twice, we could make it into a potential trophy.” Francis urged the community to become involved, and called on young footballers to live a life of selflessness like Shaun did. “We want to try and promote the sacrifice
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he made, and it’s fitting it’s the Under 19s as well,“ he said. “We’ve got a lot of young men in the community and in both footy clubs, and if we can promote Shaun and the life he lived, it’ll go a long way in helping them turn into decent young men.” Keysborough vice-president Steve McLean couldn’t agree more, and hopes the event will shed a light on the kind of person that impacted on the community. “I knew Shaun, I’ve been around the club for years, and it was a tragedy for all of us knowing the kind of guy he was, and how he helped others all the time, it kind of proved in the end with what happened,” he said. A GoFundMe page, set up by Shaun’s cousin Nathanael, aims to raise money to support his young family, with over $375,000 already raised. To donate to the cause, visit https://www. gofundme.com/shaun-oliver-died-savingothers
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Massive trees border the action at Lineham Oval as Tooradin’s Josh Lowndes bowls to Clyde’s Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Kane Avard. 175987 (143) on Saturday. Superstar opening batsman Mark Cooper (67 not out) led the way for the Demons, sharing an even-100-run partnership with Chris ‘Wombat’ Bright (42) - and then hanging around until the winning runs were struck. Jess Mathers (3/27) once again starred with the ball for the Demons with Cooper (2/13) and Ayden Mills (2/23) offering great support. Zenith Wickramanayaka (37) put in the best performance of the day for the Maroons. And Pakenham (2/163) has chalked up one of its most important wins for the season after
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Pro-am defeats the rain The Pakenham Golf Club hosted its pro-am on Friday with 300mm of rain falling on Thursday night to hinder preparations. Rick McHugh and his team did an amazing job, as always, to prepare the course as best they could. The professionals had a big day ahead as they played in the morning with the members and then again in the afternoon in the Corporate Challenge Cup. The winner in the morning session was Ruben Lal with a score of 66 with Scott Laycock second with 68. The members also had their competition and Tony Bickley had 39 points, Andrew Went had 36 points and Bob MacTaggart and Nick Angelopoulos had 35 points during the morning. The afternoon format was an Ambrose, which pleased most amateurs because the pro should assist significantly on every hole. The winners were the Lakeside Bendigo Bank Community Branch team of David Hall (pro), Terry Williams, Dave Nagel and Darren Sidebottom with 60 off the stick and 51.5 nett. Club championships were decided on Saturday with Andrew Melville taking the title; Steve Smith won B Grade and Gary Clymo won C Grade. Handicap championship winners were Tony Bickley - A Grade, Dean Maas - B Grade and John Piggott won C Grade. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
Tony Bickley had 39 points to win the amateur section at Friday’s Pro-Am.
a comfortable run-chase victory over Cardinia (160) at Toomuc Reserve. The Bulls posted an even-par score, on the back of fighting knocks from Ben Parrott (51), Alex Nooy (31) and Travis Wheller (24), but were pulled into line by the nagging efforts of Troy McDermott (4/17) and Chris Smith (3/26). The Lions then cruised to victory with Jason Williams (67 not out) and Zac Chaplin (55 not out) sharing an unbeaten stand of 126. The third-placed Lions are now two games clear of the Bulls in fourth spot.
QUIZ NUMBER 1588 1. WHICH English soccer team has been in the premier league for the longest time without relegation? 2. IN what position did Australia finish on the medal tally at the 2016 Olympics? 3. WHICH Aussie golfer won the US PGA title in 1990? 4. WHO won the 2016 Australian Open Mens tennis title? 5. WHICH great horse was doped shortly before the running of the 1969 Melbourne Cup? 6. A WELL known international sporting organisation has its headquarters in New York‘s West 44th Street . What is it known as? 7. AT which Olympics was Aussie Raelene Boyle a shock disqualifier after two false starts? 8. WHAT sport is played by the Boston Red Sox? 9. WHO was the ‘Hitman’ of Australian boxing? 10. HOW many times has Australia hosted the Commonwealth Games? 11. WHICH Australian finished second behind the great Carl Lewis in the long jump at the 1984 Olympics? 12. WHICH soccer star who played in the 1987 FA Cup final for Tottenham appeared in the movie ‘Escape to Victory’? 13. WHICH Australian cricketer took a hat trick with his last three balls in Test cricket? 14. WHICH international golf trophy did Australia win in 1985? 15. AN Australian swimmer won medals in five freestyle events at the same Olympics. Who was she? 16. WHO holds the record for most AFL games for Collingwood? 17. WHICH rugby league club has won the most premierships? 18. WHAT is golfing great Jack Nicklaus’ second sporting love? 19. WHICH Australian won the Commonwealth junior welterweight boxing title in 1973? 20. WHICH Test cricketer was known as ‘Fat Cat’? ANSWERS: 1. Arsenal 2. Tenth 3. Wayne Grady 4. Novak Djokovic 5. Big Philou 6. The New York Yacht Club 7. The 1976 Montreal Games 8. Baseball 9. Jeff Harding 10. Three 11. Gary Honey 12. Osvaldo Ardiles 13. Hugh Trumble 14. The Dunhill Nations Cup 15. Shane Gould 16. Tons Shaw 17. South Sydney 18. Fishing 19. Hector Thompson 20. Greg Ritchie
A second century of the season to Tooradin (0/171) master-blaster Tom Hussey (102 not out) guided the Seagulls to a 10-wicket victory over Clyde (7/169) in the West Gippsland Cricket Association Premier Division on Saturday. One of the all-time greats of the WGCA, Hussey and his opening partner Russ Lehman (50 not out) put the Premier Division debutants to the sword in 27.2 overs of utter brutality. The pair made a difficult run-chase look easy after the Cougars had fired with the willow in the first half of the one-day encounter. The techniques of Gavin Britt (72), John Simpson (36) and Dave Denton (20) all stood up to the second-placed Seagulls attack, which was led by a four-wicket haul to Bailey Lowndes (4/31). Emerald (6/141) would have been partying hard on Saturday night after securing its first win of the season against Merinda Park (135) in the battle of the cellar-dwellers at Donnelly Reserve. Batting first, the Bombers relied on the steadying influence of Trent Rolfs (36 not out) and Mitchell Thomas (34) to build what can only be described as a competitive score. The Cobras version of Mitchell Thomas (2/26) starred with the ball, before his team set off in hot pursuit of its total after tea. Once again it was Daniel McCalman (54) who led the way for the Cobras, who fell short despite the Bombers providing the second-top score with 28 extras. Rolfs (3/25) capped off a great all-round performance while Clinton Marsh (2/26) and Aaron Brooks (2/35) also played key roles in the victory. Kooweerup (3/144) continues to set a hot pace at the top of the table after a dismissive run-chase against Upper Beaconsfield
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VICTORIAN PREMIER CRICKET ROUND 9 Casey-South Melbourne 3/110 (M. Wallace 33*, R. Eaton 25) def Northcote 9/109 (N. Lambden 4/23, J. Serong 3/16). Footscray5/139(cc) (D. Kight 45*, D. Pattinson 3/33) tied Dandenong8/139(cc) (S. Mullaney 45, T. Donnell 27). Camberwell Magpies 3/121 def Ringwood 7/117. Fitzroy Doncaster 7/154 def St Kilda 7/152. Kingston Hawthorn 117 def by Carlton 5/176. Melbourne University 5/142 def Greenvale Kangaroos 9/116. Prahran 8/100 def by Geelong 4/101. Monash Tigers 3/24 def by Essendon 8/112. Melbourne 135 def by Frankston Peninsula 5/153. ROUND 10 Casey-South Melbourne 5/129 (D. Hadfield 59*) def by Melbourne University 6/146 (J. McNeil 84*, J. Serong 3/16). Dandenong 6/115 (B. Forsyth 55*) def by Fitzroy Doncaster 4/119 (P. Dickson 62*, J. Nanopoulos 3/16). Carlton 2/94 def Melbourne 91. Essendon 2/96 def Camberwell Magpies 95. Frankston Peninsula 3/138 def Prahran 7/134. Geelong 3/119 def Footscray 5/116. Greenvale Kangaroos 6/89 def by Kingston Hawthorn 6/92. Northcote 7/103 def by Ringwood 2/104. St Kilda 7/134 def by Monash Tigers 6/170. DDCA - TURF 1 ROUND 4 (DAY TWO) Berwick 146 and 4/31 (J. Philpin 2/15) def Heinz Southern Districts 46 (J. Wilcock 7/9, J. Goodes 3/23) and 130 (C. Bevan 3/22, J. Goodes 3/39). Mordialloc 112 (S. Spoljaric 4/6) def by Springvale South 191 and 2/10. Hallam Kalora Park 6/270 (T. Xavier 130, J. Hammond 36, L. Booth 35) def Buckley Ridges 269. Cranbourne 150 def by North Dandenong 8/151 (S. Clark 43, C. Kelly 3/29). Narre Warren 139 and 4/116 (C. Liyanaarachchi 38*) def by Dingley 9/206 (C. Otto 77*, J. Liyanabadalge 3/64). St Mary’s 6/194dec (R. Serpanchy 53, K. Gajasinghe 51*) def Dandenong West 102 and 2/36. TURF 2 Parkfield 89 and 5/69 def by Narre South 177. Fountain Gate 169 def by Parkmore Pirates 239 and 2/72. Lyndale 144 def by Silverton 5/193. Lynbrook 167 def by Coomoora 8/254. Beaconsfield 70 def by Narre North 2/72. St Brigid’s/St Louis 3/227 def Keysborough 9/223. WGCA - PREMIER ROUND 6 (DAY TWO) Cardinia 9/237 (M. Welsh 58, T. Wheller 44, R. Campbell 40, J. Caderamanpulle 3/48) def Upper Beaconsfield 236. Kooweerup 271 def Clyde 165 (S White 31*, G. Britt 30, J. Bacon 3/25). Tooradin 209 def Merinda Park 163 (J. Thomas 87*, D. McCalman 47). Emerald 138 and 61 (T. Tyrrell 4/13) def by Pakenham 5/145(dec) (T. McDermott 54*) and 2/56. DISTRICT Pakenham Upper/Toomuc 209 (A. Tucker 41*, M. Southall 36, S. Somers 8/30 def Tooradin 201. Clyde 100 and 111 (J. Sidhu 46, S. Somers 5/47, D. Glen 3/24) def by NNG/Maryknoll 8/134(dec) and 7/81 (D. Williams 3/28, M. Bayliss 2/24). Cranbourne Meadows 7/257(dec) (A. Uppal 86, S. Paul 53, A. Adams 4/83) def Devon Meadows 156 and 0/38. Carlisle Park Vikings 8/242(dec) def Officer 137 (T. Marks 62, H. Straughair 6/32 - Inc hat-trick). SUBBIES - SOUTH/EAST ROUND 5 (DAY ONE) Endeavour Hills 220 (N. Perera 53*, B. Baptist 49, D. Murrian 36) v Brighton. Mt Waverley 1/1 v Box Hill 135. Oakleigh 9/259 v Bayswater. Caulfield 2/30 v Moorabbin 132. Croydon 0/6 v Ormond 122. Noble Park 8/126 v Elsternwick. MPCA - PROVINCIAL ROUND 6 (DAY ONE) Baxter 6/341 v Crib Point. Langwarrin 0/0 v Mt Eliza 207. Pearcedale v Peninsula Old Boys 8/216. Sorrento 3/30 v Mornington 206.
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