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Springvale’s cracker start

By Casey Neill The Year of the Dog will start with a bang in Springvale.

Fireworks will cap off the Springvale Lunar New Year Festival on Sunday 11 February and firecrackers will be let off throughout the day.

The free annual Springvale Asian Business Association (SABA) celebration will take over Buckingham Avenue and surrounds for the 26th time from 10am to 10pm.

Daniel Cheng, president of the volunteer group, is expecting 65,000 people to attend this year’s celebrations.

That would be a 15,000 increase on the 2017 festival but short of the 90,000 in 2014.

This year there’ll be a second stage to showcase multi-cultural entertainment for the first time.

Competitions will run throughout the day

and there’ll be more than 70 stalls filled with food and other goods along Buckingham Avenue.

The fireworks will erupt into the skies from the Buckingham and Queens avenue intersection at 9pm.

Martin Lee was SABA president for the inaugural festival in 1992 and opened the event with Cr Roz Blades.

“It was the brainchild of our founding president Hoang Tran,” he said.

“During his term as president there were too many other things because SABA was in its infancy.

“I took over as the second president and I decided to give it a go.”

Mr Cheng advised attendees to take a train to Springvale Railway Station and walk the 100 metres down to the festival area.

People of all ages will find something to enjoy on the day.

The day will feature colourful characters and costumes.

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‘Everyone’s mate’ Well-wishers and mourners have rushed to support the budding family of a life-loving electrician and footballer tragically killed at a Dandenong factory.

Ryan de Wit was electrocuted while working near a live switchboard on 29 January, leaving behind his pregnant wife Emma and a long list of family and friends.

In recent months, the couple had been putting their lives together in place.

They had just married and bought their first house.

They were expecting their first child in April.

Ms De Wit paid loving tribute to her “best friend and soulmate” on Facebook, describ-

ing him as a “beautiful, kind, fun loving, big hearted man”.

“My heart is so broken.

“I hope that our baby will grow up to be just like you.”

Within hours, donors on two crowd-funding pages pledged more than $30,000 to help Ms de Wit and their unborn child.

And many tender tributes have flowed forth for the integral Narre Warren Football Club member.

About 150 devastated players, parents and members - young and old - gathered impromptu to remember him at a Beaconsfield pub on 31 January.

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He described Mr de Wit as a “massive part of our club” - bringing the teams together on the field and off the field.

The clubman’s footballing record speaks of his leadership and loyalty over more than a decade.

He was a best-and-fairest winner, vicecaptain and captain of the reserves side; a premiership player in 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2014.

Mr De Wit, as an accomplished DJ, was also the social glue. He performed at numerous birthdays, engagements and celebrations at the club.

One of his lasting legacies was bringing the club’s footballers and netballers together for social events known as the Narre Nights.

“He was widely known and well loved,”

Mr Stephenson said.

“He always had a smile on his face, always welcoming to all the new people in the club.”

The club will pay lasting tribute in some form - fittingly to tie in with the opening of its new social rooms in April, he said.

Narre Warren player Michael McGill said he’d been left “literally bawling” by the loss of his close friend.

“I can’t remember anyone having a bad word about him.

“He was everyone’s mate, pretty much.”

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Dark defends race gibe Tim Dark is pursuing a formal complaint against a fellow Greater Dandenong councillor who claimed he was “opposing anything that’s indigenous”.

He revealed that an arbitration hearing with Cr Angela Long would take place this month when the Journal approached him for comment about a meme he posted on his Facebook page on Australia Day. It featured an image of the British royal family with the words “I hereby acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we meet ... ” Several attendees at Greater Dandenong Australia Day activities said they found the

post offensive. “It was on my personal Facebook page, not on my councillor one,” Cr Dark said.

“It was purely said in jest.

“Nothing was raised with me.

“If it was, I happily would have taken it into consideration.”

Cr Angela Long made the remark that promoted Cr Dark’s complaint during the 27 November council meeting.

Cr Dark slammed a Reconciliation Action Plan as “wishy washy”, lacking in action and too expensive.

Two weeks earlier he’d abstained from voting on a proposal to fly the Torres Strait Island-

er flag at the Dandenong Civic Centre.

“I’m just so upset that you are once again against our indigenous people,” Cr Long said at the time.

Cr Dark unsuccessfully asked for an apology at the time, and subsequently lodged a formal complaint.

The pair is to meet with an independent arbitrator on 14 February after Cr Long refused to take part in mediation.

Cr Long said: “I don’t believe I did anything wrong and I went straight to arbitration rather than him having another opportunity to bully me through mediation.”

Cr Dark said he didn’t have a problem with indigenous Australians.

No support for Africans

Taings finish off a picture-perfect career Springvale stalwarts the Taings are saying goodbye to their family business.

Kouy and Kieng Hor Lou started Colors of Life Kodak Express 33 years ago, making it one of the oldest businesses in Springvale.

The small photo processing business has operated from three different Springvale locations over the decades, the past 20 years in Springvale Shopping Centre.

Their daughter Leeven said closing down was “a bittersweet and very emotional time”.

She said her parents escaped Cambodia during one of the worst genocides in history and took their survival as a second chance at life, “giving every opportunity their absolute 100 per cent”.

“And in true Australian fashion they worked hard and took personal responsibility to be the best Australian citizens they could be and provided my brothers and I all they could but also continuously giving back to society,” she said.

They traded seven days a week, 365 days a year while raising three children.

“The business has really been the backbone of our lives and I can’t help but feel a tinge of sadness, but I’m also really excited to see my folks finally enjoy the fruits of their hard work as they go into retirement.”

Leeven said she’d almost certainly crossed paths with all who grew up in the area.

“Whether it be your one-hour photos, passport photos, digital processing or perhaps even a tissue box purchase,” she said.

“To all of you - thank you for your support over the last three decades, it has truly been an Australian dream for my parents and it would not have been possible without the support of the local community.”

By Casey Neill A push for Greater Dandenong Council to publicly stand beside its African community has fallen flat. At the Monday 29 January council meeting, Councillor Matthew Kirwan proposed the move but did not receive support from any of his 10 colleagues.

The motion lapsed but he told the Journal he would try again at the next meeting, on Monday 12 February. "I really don't understand the lack of support," Cr Kirwan said.

"If I had an opportunity to speak I would have told of the Greater Dandenong residents - those of African background and those not who approached me to do this."

The motion also proposed expressing support for constructive state and federal government action to reduce crime committed by those from the African community, "including not only enforcement but also to better rehabilitate offenders and to prevent crime by early intervention". The final element was asking politicians to refrain from language that could lead to fear and division.

Cr Kirwan said his motion followed "sensationalising" of crime by Victorians of African background by some politicians and media outlets over the past two months.

"Given ... the large amount of people with African backgrounds in Greater Dandenong almost 2000 - it was very important to me to send a message to them that Greater Dandenong stands with them," he said.

Cr Jim Memeti said he didn't support the motion because the issue was state-wide.

"We know there's a problem but it's no bigger in Dandenong than it is in Footscray or Richmond or anywhere else in Victoria," he said.

He said he wasn't sure what the motion would achieve but would "look at it again with an open mind".

"Cr Kirwan is pretty keen on putting it back up again," he said.

"If it's going to be for a positive outcome I'm happy to chat to him."

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“The reconciliation action plan was absolutely significantly flawed,” he said.

“It has no outcomes, it’s purely activities.

“With such a critical issue it’s important we represent it and fix the issues rather than beating around the bush.”

In relation to the Torres Strait Islander flag, Dr Dark said he abstained from voting because he didn’t have an opinion either way.

He said he supported the council’s budget, which contained funding for the Dandenong and District Aborigines Co-Operative, took part in NAIDOC Week events and had been involved in indigenous community events.

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LOOKING BACK 100 years ago 7 February 1918 Trouble at a dance At the Dandenong Police court, the 21st Constable O'Halloran preceded against Alan Parkinson, Frank Parkinson, Harry Cox and Herbert Cox for having behaved in an offensive manner at Springvale on 15 December.

The case against Frank Parkinson was adjourned for four weeks.

Herbert Cox did not appear, and Alan Parkinson and Harry Cox pleaded not guilty.

Senior Constable Hehir said that defendants attended a dance held recently at the Springvale hall, were the worse for drink, misbehaved themselves and the police were sent for.

GW Burden stated that on the night in question, at the dance held at the Springvale hall, the defendants came to the place, were under the influence of liquor, and misbehaved

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themselves in the presence of ladies; he had cautioned them previously.

He rang up for the police, as defendants got "out of hand".

Constable O'Halloran said that he went to Springvale on the night of 15 December and saw defendants under the influence of liquor, he was furnished with wrong addresses, and consequently had trouble in tracing defendants.

The defendants' excuse was that they were under the influence of drink at the time, and did not remember what had happened.

The chairman of the Bench Mr Pearson, JP, fined Harry Cox and Alan Parkinson each 3 or 21 day's imprisonment and Herbert Cox 5 or one month's imprisonment.

Narre Warren - Among many phases in the history of Oatlands property in Narre Warren North Road is that connected with the Kent family.

Oatlands was built around 1880 on a site commanding vistas of the countryside between Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenongs.

Its foundations rest on solid granite-walled cellars that extend beneath the house.

In May 1939, Oatlands was sold to Dr Pigdon.

Mrs Pigdon remained in the home until 1959.

Recent purchase of the property by Mr Ian McLennan, managing director of Broken Hill Proprietary, his work in restoring the place and the retention of the name Oatlands ensures that it will remain an historic landmark.

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50 years ago 6 February 1968

Quick action required The Big Lake and wetlands at Tirhatuan Park,

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Dandenong, are drying up. Cr John Kelly urged prompt action to fix the problem.

He told Greater Dandenong Council that native birdlife was under threat.

"Could we get permission from Melbourne Water to pump water from Dandenong Creek into the lake?" he said.

5 years ago 4 February 2013 VCAT fees hike The recent decision of the State Government to raise VCAT fees to lodge an objection to a proposed development is a very disappointing one for residents trying to oppose inappropriate development.

"Using increased costs is a poor excuse too often a user-pays approach results in reducing the rights of community members who cannot afford to pay," Cr Matthew Kirwan said.

No butter chicken here

By Casey Neill Thela Indian Street Food’s owner Udit doesn’t serve curry.

He moved to Melbourne from India about 18 months ago and found a lot of restaurants serving flavours from his homeland.

“But what I’ve seen here is very monotonous menus,” he said.

“Indian food has been limited to curries only which is not accurate.

“I thought I would do something else and I would not do the typical butter chicken.”

Udit has been serving up street food at Dandenong Market for about three months. Dosa, uttapam and idli are the key menu items.

He’s been a chef for almost 15 years, working at the Mariott and Hyatt hotel groups.

“I was doing it at Preston Market before for

EAT LOCAL, DINE GLOBAL a couple of months,” he said.

“Dandenong Market has a wider customer base, the market is much better, especially for my type of food.”

The dosa is a staple in South India and has been popular at his stall.

“It’s like a crepe which is made with rice,” he said.

“The best part is there is no flour in it.

“It’s made with fresh rice. You soak it for five

or six hours and then you grind it and then you leave it for fermentation, but you don’t add any yeast to it, so it’s fermented naturally.

“It’s naturally gluten free and very light.”

The thin batter is cooked on a hot griddle and filled.

“The traditional one is your curried potato and peas,” he said.

“I do avocado special dosa which is quite popular at my shop.

“It comes with different dips but the traditional one is fresh coconut dip and tomato dip.

“There is a traditional lentil soup, sambhar. That’s a traditional accompaniment.”

Udit said some customers were previously unfamiliar with dosa.

“But there are a lot of people who know what dosa is. Now the world has become so small and people are travelling,” he said.

“Every week people come back for a dosa.

There are people who drive from the city for a dosa.”

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Help us name the shared path The Level Crossing Removal Authority is naming a new 17 kilometre shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians.

More than 12 kilometres of path will be built, joining existing paths to create a continuous route from Caulfield to Dandenong.

The proposed names are: (pronounced kerr-boo-oh-nool)

• Kerrboo onool Rail Trail • Djerring Trail – word for join/unite (pronounced jer-ring)

• Djerring Rail Trail • Urban Parkland Trail • Urban Parkland Rail Trail • Eucalyptus Trail • Eucalyptus Rail Trail.

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Airport support is getting off ground

By Casey Neill An international airport in the South-East is critical to Greater Dandenong's economic viability, says Councillor Tim Dark.

But colleagues Matthew Kirwan and Loi Truong voted against his motion to add the council's voice to the push to get the project off the ground.

At the Monday 29 January council meeting, Cr Dark still successfully moved that Greater Dandenong "overwhelmingly" support the long-touted third airport through letters to state and federal MPs. He said it would make it easier for multicultural residents to fly home without travelling across the city to Tullamarine or Avalon.

"There has been a lot of consultation," he said.

"Cardinia (Shire Council) did produce a report some time ago."

Cr Dark said Caldermeade was the latest location supported.

Passengers would likely travel through Greater Dandenong to reach it, he said, and the airport itself could create jobs for the municipality's residents.

"There are customers waiting to get to this airport," he said.

Cr Zaynoun Melhem questioned whether the council had already indicated its support for a third airport.

CEO John Bennie confirmed that it had for many years, though was unsure whether "international" had been specified in the past.

Cr Sean O'Reilly said: "If it is feasible, if the

The rails carry their last train.

Final train passes by governments can encourage investment, all we're saying is we'd be behind making a reality.

"To vote this down is to say that we don't want it, which does not make sense to me."

Cr Maria Sampey said the letters were "just giving the government the feedback we're getting from our residents".

"Ultimately the government is the one that's making the decisions," she said.

"In the years to come the population is growing and there really needs to be some sort of other alternative."

Cr Roz Blades said South-East residents wanted to fly more often and that driving to

Tullamarine was "a nightmare".

But Cr Kirwan said the project was "risky" and supporting it was "premature".

"Avalon hasn't been a great success, yet we're talking about supporting a third one," he said.

"People will travel to an airport only if there's a diversity of flight operators to a diversity of destinations."

He said the proposed location was unclear, with Hastings also thrown into the mix, and that State Government planning policy said a third airport was an idea "only worth investigating".

The ground level tracks at Noble Park Railway Station have carried their final train.

The last passenger train went through platform two at 12.48am on Tuesday 30 January.

Noble Park’s Corrigan, Heatherton and Chandler roads level crossings will be gone by 15 February.

Construction to elevate the rail and Noble Park station is almost complete, including nearly 200 concrete beams and 83 piers.

Focus has now turned to laying steel track and installing overhead wiring on the line.

Buses will replace trains from Tuesday 30 January to Wednesday 14 February between Westall and Dandenong stations on the Cranbourne/Pakenham line.

Acting project manager Zeljko Dobrilovic thanked the community for its co-operation and understanding during the works.

Between 2011 and 2017, 60 near-misses or collisions were reported across the three level crossings, including an incident in 2016 where a train clipped a car at Chandler Road.

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He pointed out his childhood home, located directly behind the school.

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Councillor Jim Memeti started Prep at the school in 1978.

"I remember the first day like it was yesterday," he said.

"I can't believe it was so long ago."

His eldest daughter started her schooling there in 1998 and on Tuesday 30 January, his two granddaughters followed in their footsteps.

The Journal joined Aferdita, husband Burim and daughter Elayna, and Lindita, husband Malik and daughter Aishe for the milestone moment.

Cr Memeti said his wife Mary was another Dandenong South pupil, as were his sons in law.

"I think we're probably the first family to attend the school over three generations," Cr Memeti said.

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Seth a screen star

By Casey Neill A Dandenong North student will soon star on TV in Singapore.

Computer whiz Seth is excelling at Wooranna Park Primary and sharing knowledge with his peers.

His father relocated from Singapore to Australia last year after finding the school during a world-wide online search.

Kaylee Soh from Singapore's Media Corp read about the move and asked the family to join her documentary series.

"It's for one episode of a series about four talented kids in different fields," she said.

"Seth codes, he can do amazing things with Minecraft, he's learning how to do block chain ...

"It's really interesting and really relevant to the technology landscape at the moment."

Ms Soh flew to Melbourne with a cameraman, added a local crew member and joined Seth and his family in Dandenong North.

Her focus is on how his parents chose the school and how Wooranna Park has helped him blossom.

She said he wasn't getting the right kind of education in Singapore so she wanted to find out what was different about the system at Wooranna Park.

His family told Ms Soh that he'd grown more confident and made friends and they were glad they made the sacrifice of moving countries.

"They think it's worth it," she said.

Seth was playing building and adventure game Minecraft when the Journal stopped by the school on Tuesday 30 January.

He then ran to the school's virtual reality room, donned goggles to immerse himself in an online sphere and searched for cryptocurrency Bitcoin.

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Seth, front, and classmate Hassan in the virtual reality room with TV crew Tim, Kaylee and Simon.

"He's interest in so many things and he's going a mile an hour," Ms Soh said.

She's also explored the wider Dandenong North community and spoken to Seth's teachers.

On Wednesday 31 January the film crew flew Seth to Sydney to meet Professor Andrea Morello at the University of New South Wales.

He'll answer Seth's questions and show him a quantum computer.

"Seth's father said he was really interested in seeing it," Ms Soh said.

"We wanted to give him a surprise."

Seth said the computer "uses atoms to

make kilobits" and he was excited to see the "really new technology".

"Soon it will be our everyday thing," he said.

Principal Ray Trotter explained that normal computers worked vertically but the quantum computer could also work horizontally.

He said a standard computer could handle a zero or a one at any given time, but a quantum machine could handle both simultaneously.

"They can solve problems so much faster," Mr Trotter said.

The half-hour program on Seth will screen on Channel 5 in Singapore in March.

An emergency evacuation at Dandenong Plaza left movie-goers stranded and confused, says one Dandenong man.

Dandenong Plaza centre manager Mark Tannahill said extreme heat conditions caused a fault in the late afternoon on Sunday 28 January that resulted in a centre evacuation.

“Our security guards followed evacuation protocols which places safety as the number one priority,” he said.

“As such, our security team had to work swiftly to ensure that customers exited the centre safely and did not re-enter until an all clear had been given.

“We sincerely apologise that some customers were inconvenienced.”

Gerhard Vervoorst, on the Journal’s Facebook page, shared his concerns about how the centre managed the incident.

“While we were watching the movie some kind of emergency had happened,” he said.

“Nobody was aware of it at all.

“When the movie finished the shutter at the cinema exit was closed, but was opened very quickly.”

He said the 20 or so movie-goers tried to use the nearest escalator but it was fenced off.

“Nobody knew what was going on,” he said.

“There were no emergency signs or anything of that kind in sight.”

Mr Vervoorst said a security guard came forward and they asked him how to reach their cars.

He said the guard’s response was “emergency” and “go outside”.

Most people did head out of the centre at that point, he said, but encountered closed car park entry points and no signage or in-person assistance.

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WAITANGI DAY

AT DANDENONG MARKET

Fresh looks

By Casey Neill Doveton's John Pandazopoulos Hall has a fresh new look.

The City of Casey reopened the community space on Wednesday 31 January following a $1.2 million refurbishment.

River Gum Ward councillor Damien Rosario officiated the event alongside Mayor Geoff Ablett and hall committee president Brian Oates.

"It was a very proud day for everyone," Cr Rosario said.

"The entire hall basically got an uplift. It looks new.

"The kitchens were a major upgrade.

There's more equipment, newer and better.

"The main hall itself has been opened up so now it has more natural light coming through.

"The stage has been redone. The floors have been repaired and sanded back."

He said security, a barbecue, toilets and disability access all got a boost.

"We've earmarked some other works for around the building," Cr Rosario said.

"The car park is going to get a look at as well.

"I've asked council officers to consider removing bushes along the outside of the hall.

"It blocks the view from the main road.

"We're investing a lot into Doveton and we want people to know that we care."

The hall is home to nine community groups, was built in 1961 and was previously known as the Doveton Public Hall.

Cr Rosario said the council worked with them all to find alternative meeting spaces during the eight-month renovation.

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As part of the project, a track will be built immediately adjacent to the rail line to allow construction vehicles to access the site. Conduits will also be installed under the existing rail line to house new power, signal and communication cables.

These activities will require a temporary closure of the rail line from Friday 9 February 9pm through to Monday 12 February 4am During these weekend works, Abbotts Road will remain open to traffic, with a reduced speed limit in place of 40km/h.

Buses will replace trains on sections of the Cranbourne/ Pakenham lines at varied times.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT… Big thing's a big thing Greater Dandenong got a glimpse of an enormous AGL generator as it made its way from the Loy Yang Power station to Webb Dock in Port Melbourne.

The entire load measured more than 100 metres from end to end - longer than two Olympic-sized swimming pools – and weighed as much as 130 elephants.

Four prime movers and a team of engineers made the move possible.

The team removed some traffic lights and signs as they made the journey along the Monash Freeway and Princes Highway, including Dandenong’s Lonsdale Street, from Thursday 1 February.

Community Support Grants Program 2018 The City of Greater Dandenong’s Community Support Grants Program provides funding for innovative community projects.

Applications for Round 1 close Wednesday 28 February 2018.

“Selfish and reckless”

Online application forms are available from www.greaterdandenong.com

A Dandenong South speedster is without their car after police clocked them at more than twice the speed limit.

Greater Dandenong Highway Patrol intercepted the driver on Tuesday 30 January travelling 102km/h in a 50 zone.

“It is hard to argue that the driver was anything but selfish and reckless - putting the community and other road users at risk of harm,” police said.

“Speeds like this have fatal consequences, so please think twice about speeding. Is it really worth the risk?”

Free information sessions/grant application writing workshops Five Council information sessions will be held on: Tuesday 6 February 2018, 5.30pm-7.30pm Formal Meeting Room, Dandenong Civic Centre 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong

Tuesday 13 February 2018, 1pm-3pm Function Room 1, Paddy O’Donoghue Centre 18-32 Buckley Street, Noble Park

Wednesday 7 February 2018, 1pm-3pm Formal Meeting Room, Dandenong Civic Centre 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong

Thursday 15 February 2018, 2.30pm-4pm or 5.30pm to 7pm Hosted by Springvale Neighbourhood House 46-50 Queens Ave, Springvale

Avalon flight not fancied Evening appointments at the Springvale and Dandenong Libraries are also available: Springvale Library: 411 Springvale Road, Springvale •฀Thursday฀8฀February฀5.30pm฀to฀7.30pm •฀Thursday฀22฀February฀5.30pm฀to฀7.30pm

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During debate about whether Greater Dandenong Council should support a third Melbourne airport, Councillor Sean O’Reilly asked: “Has anyone here gone to Avalon for an international flight recently?”

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Square use disharmony More City of Casey residents use Dandenong’s Harmony Square than people who live in Keysborough, Noble Park and Springvale.

Greater Dandenong Councillor Matthew Kirwan produced the figures at the Monday 29 January council meeting and asked how to encourage residents from other parts of municipality to embrace Harmony Square.

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International perspective Greater Dandenong Councillor Zaynoun Melhem had a white Christmas in New York.

But he told the 29 January council meeting that his role was still front of mind during the holiday.

He met a Rhode Island councillor who said the region’s median rates were $10,000 while the median house prices was $200,000.

“They weren’t getting the amenities that the City of Greater Dandenong does,” Cr Melhem said.

“Even though I went to a first world country, I got to see how lucky we are to live in a first-rate country.”

Three for history Greater Dandenong could do with a third historical society.

That’s the opinion of Springvale and District Historical Society president and recent Greater Dandenong Hall of Fame inductee Colin Robinson.

His team regularly works with their Dandenong counterparts to preserve the region’s history.

“We really need a third one, because we could do with one at Noble Park,” he said.

“There’s still a lot of the old-time families living in Noble Park.”

Advertising to make a splash Pool-tile advertising could help to fund Dandenong Oasis’s replacement.

Greater Dandenong Councillor Sean O’Reilly told the Monday 29 January council meeting he’d seen advertising billboards at Maroondah Council-owned Aquanation in Ringwood.

He asked “how my brilliant idea could be taken forward“ for the proposed new Dandenong pool.

CEO John Bennie said the idea would be considered and threw adverts on the bottom of the pool into the mix, for swimmers to see during their laps.

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Cooking up a taste for local produce Dandenong's Harmony Square will preview a long lunch and highlight local foodies this month.

On Friday 16 February it will host suppliers for a Regional World's Longest Lunch to be held in North-East Victorian town Acheron during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.

From 11.30am to 2.30pm there'll be stalls showcasing food businesses from Murrindindi Shire and City of Greater Dandenong, including Bangholme's Craft and Co, Dandenong South's Kaiju Beer, From Granny and Moondarra Cheese, and Uncles Smallgoods in Dandenong.

Visitors will be able to sample or buy food and beverages and speak directly to the makers.

The City of Greater Dandenong will co-host the Regional World's Longest Lunch on Friday 16 March with Little River Winery and artist and cook Marian Rennie.

The four-course lunch promises to meld local in-season produce with flavours from Dandenong's diverse, multi-cultural food heartland.

On the menu will be products from the showcase exhibitors plus Dandenong's Punjab Sweets, Rob's British and Irish Butcher, and A1 Bakery.

Products from Tease Tea in Keysborough, Kez's Kitchen in Noble Park North and Cobs Popcorn in Dandenong South will feature in show bags handed out after the lunch.

Seven arrests Police arrested men from Keysborough, Noble Park, Springvale and Dandenong North over a burglary spree.

Kingston CIU detectives arrested six men and a woman on Wednesday 31 January over commercial burglaries in the south and eastern suburbs between 8 and 31 January.

They charged a 23-year-old Keysborough man with 10 counts of burglary and one count each of theft, attempted burglary and attempted theft of a motor vehicle.

Police charged a 23-year-old Springvale man with six counts of burglary and theft, one count of theft of a motor vehicle and trafficking a drug of dependence. They were remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court along with a 24-year-old Rowville man charged with burglary, theft and attempted motor vehicle theft.

Police released a 27-year-old Noble Park man, a 26-year-old Dandenong North man, a 21-year-old Keysborough man and a 26-yearold Noble Park woman pending further inquiries.

Drugs, fake money seized Police uncovered drugs and counterfeit cash in a raid on a Noble Park home.

Divisional Response Unit members executed a search warrant at the address on Monday 29 January.

They allegedly seized a large quantity of illicit drugs, prescription medications, counterfeit currency and a large sum of cash believed to be the proceeds of crime.

Stabbing in Dandenong

Long lunch participants, From Granny''s Victor Seldimiro and Tatiana Kuzovova, Bert Glinka from Uncles Smallgoods, Callum Reeves from Kaiju Beer, Brendan D''Amelio from Uncles Smallgoods, Craft and Co''s Laura Biben and Geraldine Turner from Moondarra Cheese. 177204 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS

Police arrested a man following an alleged stabbing in Dandenong on Thursday 1 February.

Investigators have been told that a man assaulted a 34-year-old man on Lonsdale Street about 2.30pm. The victim then entered the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court to seek help.

Police arrested a 38-year-old Dandenong man a short time later. He was assisting police with their inquiries.

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DANDENONG, NOBLE PARK, SPRINGVALE, KEYSBOROUGH, HALLAM, DOVETON, ENDEAVOUR HILLS

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THE KEYS TO SUCCESS THIS light-filled, three-bedroom home represents excellent value for investors and families alike.

A practical layout is combined with a large backyard to create a family home with room to grow and development potential, subject to approvals.

The layout includes a formal living room, modern kitchen and adjoining meals area, three bedrooms, an updated central bathroom with separate WC and laundry.

Additional highlights of the home include lovely hardwood floors, modern down lights, large windows, stainless-steel kitchen appliances, evaporative cooling, ducted heating and cable internet. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 6-8 Smithfield Court, Keysborough Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1 car garage View: By appointment Auction: Saturday 17 February, at 12.30pm Agent: Laura Voinea, 0435 921 730, AREA SPECIALIST, 8586 6411

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PICTURESQUE LIFESTYLE FARMLET: 10 HA. - 25 ACRES AN outstanding semi-rural parcel in a superb, central location, just minutes from Berwick and Beaconsfield townships.

Located on a sealed road, the land enjoys a wonderful northerly aspect, considerable privacy and the enormous aesthetic appeal of a substantial lagoonstyle water body, fed by Brisbane Creek.

Previously an orchard with some remaining fruit trees in situ, the land has both irrigation and stock/domestic pumping rights. A diesel pump and 3“ main extends across areas of the land.

A choice of excellent homesites exist with opportunity to take in sweeping views towards the Harkaway foothills.

The land will capably run horses/cattle etc and its water security may support a more intensive use.

Not just a future homesite, this property is located only a stones throw from existing urban developments.

Who knows what the future holds for such a prime central holding like this. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 24 Payne Road, Beaconsfield, 3807 Price: Expressions of Interest Inspect: By appointment Contact: Peter Watson, 0418 310 524, FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS, BERWICK, 9707 6000 2 DANDENONG JOURNAL

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ALL CLASS ON CLARENDON BE prepared to be amazed at this near new Carlisle home. Fit for a king and queen, kids and pets, this outstanding family home in the Somerfield estate is primed for your enjoyment.

In this 29-square home, you get to bask in four great sized bedrooms, the master with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, multiple living areas, a glorious open kitchen fit for the masterchef of the home, outdoor entertaining, plus many more extras.

It’s classy, contemporary and a dream home for all, so do not miss out.

The position is absolutely prime being in the heart of the Somerfield estate with public parking, and community open space and barbecue nearby, plus easy access to Eastlink, Parkmore and the Keysborough Shopping Centre.

For quality, convenience and a classy lifestyle, don’t miss out on this Carlisle stunner. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 105 Clarendon Drive, Keysborough, 3173 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car View: As advertised or by appointment Auction: Saturday 24 February, at 11.30am Agent: BARRY PLANT KEYSBOROUGH, 8769 1888 Contact: Lee Qiang, 0430 543 669 and Chee-ky Dunlop, 0422 910 881

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LOW MAINTENANCE AND CENTRAL WHAT a location ... you can stroll to the Dandenong Market, Oasis Sports Centre, Tafe college and hospital and medical precinct in minutes.

This low-maintenance, three-bedroom home represents a good opportunity to the retiree or young first home buyer.

Features three generous size bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, separate entrance hall, big formal lounge room and bright kitchen/meals area.

The home offers aluminium shutters, ducted heating, air-conditioning, two toilets, large bathroom and separate laundry.

A double garage with auto door completes the package. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1/1 Vizard Street, Dandenong, 3175 Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2 car View: Wednesday 7 February, 5pm-5.30pm, and Saturday 10 February, 11.30am-noon Auction: Saturday, 3 March, 2.00pm Agent: MCLENNAN REAL ESTATE PTY LTD, 9791 5922 Contact: John Ratnam, 0414 556 517 dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tues 27-February at 6:00pm

Commanding one of Keysborough’s finest homes, this exceptional European Georgian inspired residence combines superior family living with private consummate entertaining.

• Multiple formal/informal living spaces • First-class kitchen w/ stone • benchtops • Butlers pantry w/ gas cooktop • Self contained studio • Evaporative cooling/Ducted heating and AC • 56sq/604m2 (approx)

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$1,570,000-$1,650,000 Sunday 2:00-2:45pm Tuesday 7:00-7:45pm Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Alex Khun 0438 443 846 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW

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KEYSBOROUGH 4 verde lane SUNDRENCHED LIVING this brand new, superbly crafted 3 bedroom town residence within a sought after location of Keysborough South presents a stylish, convenient and low maintenance lifestyle opportunity.

• Open plan kitchen/living/dining • Well-equipped kitchen w/ stone benchtops • Master w/ WIR & tiled ensuite • Generous upstairs retreat w/ private balcony • 189m2 (approx)

KEYSBOROUGH 3 daFFOdIl drIve ELEGANCE & STYLE IN CONVENIENT LOCALE Boasting a sought after address, this elegant and sophisticated residence offers stylish accommodation in a truly desirable Keysborough location.

• Three generously sized bedrooms • Master w/ dual vanity ensuite & WIR • Open plan living/dining • Stone kitchen w/ SS appliances & breakfast bar • Upstairs kids retreat

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A3 B2 E3 C2 CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 27-February at 7:00pm $690,000 -$740,000 Sunday 3:15-3:45pm Thursday 4:15-4:45 Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Alex Khun 0438 443 846 OFFICE 363 Springvale road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW

A3 B2 E3 C2 CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 13-Feb at 7:00pm $790,000-$850,000 Thursday 5:00-5:30 Saturday 11:00-11:30 Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Alex Khun 0438 443 846 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW

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KEYSBOROUGH 3 MaCKInnOn COUrt A NEW BEGINNING In one of Keysborough’s most popular family positions, a range of exhilarating possibilities exist for this three-bedroom home on a sizeable 529m2 (approx) allotment.

• Three generously sized bedrooms • Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Two separate living zones • Central kitchen w/ ample cupboard space • 529m2 (approx)

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CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 13-February @ 6:00pm

THE ESSENCE OF PARKFRONT LIVING Commanding stylish street appeal behind landscaped gardens, this stunning family home takes a fresh approach to luxurious family living with acres of wonderful native parkland as your next door neighbour.

• Separate formal living area • Master w/ WIR & ensuite • Kitchen w/ SS appliances & gas cooktop • L-shaped undercover alfresco decking • 26sq/444m2 (approx)

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AUCTION (Unless Sold Prior) Saturday 10-Feb at 10:30am 10% DEPOSIT, BALANCE 30/60 DAYS ESR $680,000-$740,000 VIEW Saturday 10:00-10:30 Wednesday 5:00-5:30 Photo Id required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Alex Khun 0438 443 846 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

$840,000-$910,000 Tuesday 7:00-7:30 Sunday 11:00-11:30 Photo ID Required CONTACT Alex Khun 0438 443 846 Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

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GEELONG PRICES ROCKET PROXIMITY to Melbourne is delivering dividends for Greater Geelong with new REIV data showing the municipality is home to seven of the state’s most expensive towns.

The coastal town of Barwon Heads is Victoria’s most expensive, recording a median house price of $848,000 in the December quarter. Not only is this significantly higher than the regional median house price of $396,500, it is also higher than the metropolitan Melbourne median of $821,000.

Newtown also remained highly sought after by buyers in the last three months of 2017, with houses in the Geelong suburb commanding a median price of $760,000

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- almost $100,000 more than the median price of homes in Melbourne’s outer ring.

Geelong was another of the state’s most expensive locations in December with a median house price on par with its city counterparts, at $720,000.

Homes in Geelong West and East Geelong also attracted top dollar with median house prices of $665,000 and $645,000 respectively. Strong buyer demand for homes in these suburbs has boosted house prices by at least 20 per cent over the past year.

For more information on median house prices by town or region, visit reiv.com.au/ market-insights.

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Superb Investment Freehold First built circa 1889 as the home of the “Bank of London”, this spectacular building dominates the streetscape with its Italianate architectural influence and prominent frontage. Located in the heart of Warragul’s bustling CBD, boasting both Smith Street frontage as well as rear lane access to the on-site carpark, this impressive building spans over an enviable 496m2 (approx.) allotment. Stunning features throughout remind you of the buildings heritage with 15ft ornate ceilings the highlight inside. Currently the property is let by two separate tenants; ground floor to a café and 1st floor to hairdressing salon, both of which feature long term tenancy agreements.

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Hard to find affordable home set in a very desirable court location. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two large living areas, a secure rear yard and brick lockup garage. The easy to manage block still has space for multicar accommodation and scope to really set up the yard for you and the family. Situated close to schools, transport, railway station and Dandenong CBD. Everything is within reach for the ‘on the go’ family. Currently let to great tenants who would love to stay on but also available with vacant possession. Huge stamp duty savings apply to qualified first home buyers! FANTASTIC FIRST HOME, LAST HOME OR INVESTMENT!

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Located in the Golden Mile of Central Dandenong, adjacent to parkland, this magnificent corner site of approximately 867m2 offers flexible development options. Build two or three large homes or multi separate townhouses with no common land or Owners Corporation (SCTA). High yields in a high demand area!

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Set on an elevated corner block providing possible vehicle access to the backyard, this well constructed home has lots to offer the young couple starting out or the astute investor. The convenience of being within minutes walk to the shopping centre and school makes this home a priority on your shopping list. Currently leased for $340.00 per week to long term tenants, the home offers three bedrooms, large kitchen/meals area adjoining a huge living room, ideal for entertaining. There is a large garage with internal access.

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LOW MAINTENANCE & CENTRAL!

What a location! You can stroll to the Dandenong Market, Oasis Sports Centre, Tafe college and Hospital and medical precinct in minutes. This low maintenance, three bedrooms home represents a good opportunity to the retiree or young first home buyer.

Features three generous size bedrooms with built in robes, separate entrance hall, big formal lounge room and bright kitchen/meals area. The home offers aluminium shutters, ducted heating, air conditioning, two toilets, large bathroom and separate laundry. A double garage with auto door completes the package! TRY TO FIND BETTER!

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NOBLE PARK 93 Moodemere Street Living in or build your dream home!

This cosy home perfectly situated on a 585m2(approx.) block of land with wide frontage this property has potential to subdivide and build 2 side by side house (STCA) or demolish to build your dream home. This weatherboard home invites you to a pleasant 3 bedroom, 2 with robes, kitchen adjoining meal area, spacious lounge room, renovated bathroom, double carport; lock up garage, separate laundry & toilet. Feature: gas heating/cooking, floor boards.

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This young and modern townhouse located in the heart of Noble Park. Ofers spacious open plan living with a well equipped kitchen, ducted heating, split system A/C, 2 bedrooms with BIRs, 2 bathrooms & European laundry, low maintenance courtyard, remote single car garage. All facilities are within close distance such as: Childcare services, schools, shops and many good restaurants, Noble Park Water Park and Skate Park, just minutes to Noble Park train station, bus stop and much more than you are expected. Don’t miss out!

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kim.vu@harcourts.com.au Kim is a licensed estate agent has enjoyed a successful career over years in Property Management. With a great social skills and a warm sense of humour, she has developed a real enthusiasm and passion in this industry. Kim’s knowledge of the local area has been developed through her career experiences. She is an excellent communicator who thrives on challenges and achieves the best solutions, this is why Kim is the right person to manage your property.

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HAMPTONS ELEGANCE ROMEO Homes has just opened not one, but two beautifully crafted new display homes in the Berwick Waters display village, Clyde North.

Have a wander through the Macquarie Attic, an Australian spin on classic Hamptons style. This home speaks in volumes, offering four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, an attic theatre and office, plus much more.

An all new design from the team, this highly requested upgrade from the singlestorey Macquarie was based on a custom build completed for clients. The original designs have been tweaked to fit on a 14 metre block and built to suit the needs of the modern Australian family looking for an elegant spacious home.

Next door you will find the Jameson Bungalow, a classic period-style home built to fit a 16 metre block.

This home was originally displayed by Romeo Homes in Pakenham. The rebuild features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a classic Romeo kitchen with storage galore along with formal and casual lounge rooms.

This home is spacious, nurturing and the floor plan has been designed with convenience in mind - no more wasted space.

You will be comfortable living in every centimetre of the Bungalow, no more awkward nooks.

These homes are truly beautiful and are a must see if you are around the Clyde area.●

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“MONTFORT MANOR” STUNNING Gippsland property that is arguably one of the best lifestyle properties in the district. The dream country estate will suit a busy city dweller looking to retreat to their own private resort.

Land your light plane or helicopter just minutes away at the nearby regional airport, or drive just over 150km southeast of Melbourne, to arrive at your ornamental pear tree-lined asphalted driveway that leads to the Mt Gambier limestone luxurious mansion which commands your attention, and includes but is certainly not limited to seven bedrooms of which five have ensuites.

Host guests with ease and entertain in absolute style, on the 7.5 established acres that includes a scenic lake with personal walking/jogging track, championship size synthetic floodlit tennis court, sparkling blue swimming pool plus heated lap pool, covered outdoor patio, pavilion and gazebo.

Accommodate the vehicles in the separate double garage, and a large colorbond shed (18m x 7m) with concrete floor and power will suit caravans and boats, or a great storage/workshop area. ●

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Virtually old is new again

By Casey Neill A Keysborough duo is giving the elderly a new lease on life through virtual reality.

Alam Bhuiyan and Dr Eugene Gvozdenko founded Dandenong-based LiveVR in December 2016.

Dr Gvozdenko saw through volunteer work at aged care centre Chelsea Manor that there was an opportunity to do more good.

“People are active their whole life and then their body becomes fragile and they cannot move anymore and they are bound with their wheelchair and they are stuck there,” he said.

“They want an escape.”

The University of Melbourne researcher approached community-minded neighbour Mr Bhuiyan, who has a background in management in the manufacturing industry.

They were soon trialling the program at RusCare in Dandenong South.

“We did a lot of research before that. We attended seminars and high tech discussions,” Mr Bhuiyan said.

“During our trial period we found they not only enjoyed the entertainment, it was having a huge impact in their normal lives.

“The people who had dementia, we found it was triggering their long-term memories.

“People mumbling, when you put this on

they’re looking around, they interact with it.

“This is giving them mental engagement and physical engagement.

“They start talking clearly.”

LiveVR can transport lapsed green thumbs into a garden environment and take former fishermen to lakes and oceans.

“This computer is the most powerful gaming computer you can get,” Dr Gvozdenko said.

“Only the past two years it is possible technically to provide this kind of experience.

“Now it is an experience when the person is completely engaged.”

They take virtual reality goggles and handheld controllers out to RusCare weekly and to

LiveVR founders Alam Bhuiyan and Dr Eugene Gvozdenko. 177210 Chelsea Manor roughly fortnightly.

Visit www.livevr.com.au for more information.

Land of many languages, from Aboriginal to the world "People from around the world came together in Dandenong Park to celebrate their shared love for Australia.

The Greater Dandenong Australia Day Festival on Friday 26 January kicked off with a Welcome to Country and a smoking ceremony by a Wurundjeri Elder, a flag-raising ceremony and awards.

Applauded for their positive contribution to the municipality were Trish Keilty as Citizen of the Year, Young Leader of the Year Aishwarya Pokkuluri, Maria Peters as Corporate Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year Maria Mastroianni, and Nilesh Vaheesan as Sportsperson of the Year.

Sarah Williams received the Leadership Award, Manzoor Nazari accepted the Multicultural Award, Colin Robinson was inducted to the Community Hall of Fame and Christine Ware joined the Sports Hall of Fame.

The annual festival featured activities and entertainment for young and old.

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Courageous King blasts forward

By Nick Creely It took an incredible amount of courage for Springvale South batsman Nathan King to pick himself up after being struck with a cricket ball early in the DDCA Twenty20 semi-final against Buckley Ridges last Wednesday night at Park Oval.

The gun all-rounder was struck in the jaw when he was on 15 in a runout chance, as the Bloods were chasing the Bucks’ 134 to qualify for the Twenty20 grand final.

While his jaw was shattered, it seemed to inspire him even more, as he blasted an incredible 75 off 25 balls; a knock including nine sixes; as the Bloods raced away and swiftly found the runs in just 12 overs.

It is the second massive innings King has played against Buckley this season, with the star bat scoring 115 earlier in the Turf 1 season.

Brett Forsyth (43 not out) and Steven Spoljaric (17 not out) were also in the runs once again, with the Bucks having a rare bad night after only Troy Aust (52 not out) got going with the bat.

Bloods coach Gordon King; also Nathan’s dad; said it was definitely inspiring for his teammates, but believes the injury may have given him more motivation to score big.

“He’s fine; it could have been a lot of worse; he was pretty certain he had broken his jaw at the time, and he could feel his teeth were out of whack,” he said.

“It was good he made a heap of runs, but he only faced 25 balls, so he didn’t bat too long.

“I know he was in pain, but when you’re batting, you can almost concentrate more; if anyone does that (keeps batting), it definitely is inspiring.

“But I don’t want to build it up, or play it

HSD star Michael Davies goes whack last Wednesday. 177207 down too much, it is what it is, and Nath would be embarrassed about it, but pretty proud.”

Nathan had surgery on Thursday night to get some plates in, and Gordon hopes he will

be available in the next few weeks.

“As coach, I would be expecting him to put his name up for selection in the next two-day game,” he said.

Dyna Oscar dynamite does it again

By Mick Floyd Emerging sprinter Dyna Oscar maintained his undefeated record by claiming a hard fought victory at his third career appearance at Sandown Park on Thursday night, 1 February.

The Andrea Dailly trained son of Fernando Bale came into the race following his impressive maiden final win last Thursday night in which he stopped the clock a slick 29.46.

Jumping from box 8 tonight, he was forced to work hard after a moderate get away, finding trouble at the first turn before taking a gap between runners and racing to the lead down the back. From there he proved too strong for the plucky Dyna Nancy to score by 2.5 lengths in 29.87.

It was an impressive performance from the greyhound still a month shy of his second birthday, and connections believe there could be some big things in store for him.

“He’s a young pup with potential. He did a good job tonight, he was in a bit of trouble and he pushed through. He’s strong but he’s not showing his early pace yet. Once he puts it all together I’m hoping he could be a dog that goes places,” said handler Tom Dailly.

“I was pleased with the effort he put in because he could easily have thrown in the towel and not run anywhere but he did a good job.”

Despite the heats of the Launching Pad, a $410,000 group 2 sweepstakes series for greyhounds with 1-6 wins just six weeks away, Dailly is aiming higher with the potential star.

“If he keeps going the way he’s going I’ll put him in the Australian Cup. I’ll probably put him in at the Meadows next Wednesday and see how he goes.”

The win continues the kennel’s hot start to 2018. The win was Dailly’s 36th at Victoria’s metropolitan tracks since 1 January, including 18 at full stakes. From the 16 city meetings at which they’ve raced, they have gone home without a winner on just one occasion.

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“I would really like him in, he’s our opening bat and Michael Vandort is out for the season, so we need him to play a few games before finals.”

It took another incredible individual performance for Berwick, meanwhile, to also qualify for the final, with a brutal Nathan Pilon innings guiding the Bears to victory over HSD at Reedy Reserve. Pilon belted his first century as a Bear since crossing for the 2015/16 season, and it came at the perfect time as they look to also build momentum into a run at a Turf 1 finals appearance.

After another brilliant knock by Michael Davies (66 not out); taking his run tally for the tournament to 290; as well as an equally impressive performance by skipper Matt Cox (61), the Cobras posted 5/155. But Pilon had other ideas; feasting on the Cobras, using all of his power and stroke-making ability to strike an incredible 107 not out.

While no other Bear batsmen was able to get going, with the next highest score being Matt Chasemore with 17, Pilon played with power, belting 16 boundaries in total, including five massive sixes, to make it look a lot easier than it was.

After a stumble in the middle order, with the Bears at one point 4/100 in pursuit of the competitive total, Pilon upped the ante, and comfortably surpassed the home side with seven balls to spare, in a class innings and a reminder of the former Victorian and New South Wales keeper’s ability to win matches.

It’s now down to two, with Springvale South and Berwick set to meet in the decider on 14 February at Arch Brown Reserve.

Stunning Rangers

By Nick Creely In yet another successful edition of the Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament (EDJBT), the Dandenong Rangers had a stunning campaign, finishing with a bundle of premierships wins.

With teams coming from interstate and even overseas, the EDJBT is one of the most hotly contested junior tournaments in the world, and was run across the Australia Day long weekend recently, despite the searing heat in Melbourne.

The tournament first began in 1974, solely by Eltham, and in 1995, Dandenong Basketball combined forces to run the tournament together.

Since 1995, the amount of teams featuring has substantially increased, with almost 1500 teams competing this year.

In the recent tournament, the Rangers had 15 teams standout and feature in grand finals, with eight teams winning their respective deciders to claim 2018 Championship titles.

The U14.4 Girls, U14.5 Boys, U16.2 Girls, U.16.2 Boys, U18.2 Boys, U18.3 Boys, U18.4 Boys and U21.1 Boys all claimed premiership wins, making them easily the most dominant association in the tournament and showcasing the immense talent in the region.

Dandenong Basketball CEO Graeme Allen said: “Again the tournament has been very successful, with teams from all across Australia, New Zealand and this year we hosted two teams from China, the tournament which now boats almost 1400 teams, just goes from strength to strength.”

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It’s crunch time for Bears

By Nick Creely DDCA TURF 1 REVIEW - ROUND 9 (DAY TWO) Despite being one of the most highly fancied teams in Turf 1 this season, Berwick’s season is now hanging by a thread.

Not only did Mordialloc bank an important win for their own ambitions of going back to back, but they won outright, and in the process knocked the Bears out of the top four with just two rounds remaining.

The Bloodhounds resumed play already with first innings points in the bank after rolling the Bears for 95 after making 123 in the first innings. Prized all-rounder Ian Daniel (44) cracked eight boundaries; but after his departure courtesy of Bears skipper Jarrod Goodes (1/18), the Bloodhounds went from 4/89 to being dismissed for just 136, a similar batting collapse that very nearly hurt them last week. The equation was fairly simple; the Bears needed 165 for reverse outright, or face a defeat that leaves them vulnerable.

But the Bloodhounds had a sniff, with stalwart Stuart Squires (2/26) prizing out Jordan Cleland on the first ball of the innings, before Jordan McDonnell (8) also fell victim to Squires only overs later. Nathan Pilon (23) and Darren de Souza (24) did still play their shots to swiftly put on 45 runs between them, but the pair fell in virtual succession, and suddenly they were 4/58. In the next 15 overs, Tim Wighton (5/25) electrified, bowling his second stunning spell of the game, with the returning quick steaming his way through the Bears’ middle order to leave the visitors in a world of hurt.

Springvale South, meanwhile, effectively ended Heinz Southern Districts’ season at Reedy Reserve.

Chasing 175 on a tricky pitch, the Cobras resumed at 2/28, but lost star bat Kaushyla Weeraratne (23) almost instantly, with the allrounder gifting a catch to Bloods skipper Craig

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Despite a plucky; and typically dynamic performance from Michael ‘Slick’ Davies (32), immense slow bowling efforts by Malinga Bandara (4/30) and Slocombe (2/11) meant the Bloods were never in danger, with the

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home side rolling over for 108.

Dandenong West provided a minor scare to DDCA heavyweights Buckley Ridges, but the class of Jurgen Andersen (5/40) saw the Bucks to an eventual victory at Park Oval.

In the remaining matches, Hallam (6/212) surged inside the top four with a vital win over

St Mary’s (164), North Dandenong (176) is one step closer to avoiding relegation after a thrilling win over Dingley (174), while Narre Warren (4/286) stunned Cranbourne (6/236) with incredible performances by Janaka Liyanabadalge (113) and Imran Laghmani (100 not out).

A rare bad day for the Panthers

By Nick Creely VIC PREMIER REVIEW - ROUND 14 (DAY TWO) This might just be one of those weekends that Dandenong can quickly forget in the bigger picture of what they’re trying to achieve this season.

With the Panthers coming down from one of the more stunning White Ball premierships in recent memory, maybe it was inevitable that a down game was on its way, considering the fact they have hardly put out a foot out of place this season. That game was against Essendon on day two of their clash at Shepley Oval.

Day one was fascinating; the Panthers had the Bombers 5/48, before Michael Hill and Clint McKay made half centuries and the visitors reached 249.

Resuming at 1/31, Comrey Edgeworth (10) fell early, a victim of Mckay’s (4/43) match winning class, and in the next over, Lincoln ‘LJ’

Edwards (0) had his stumps shattered by Matt Doric for a golden duck, before Doric struck again soon after to remove Ed Newman, also for a duck.

Suddenly, the Panthers had their key middle order jets back in the sheds, and faced a challenge that hasn’t faced them too often this season; their lower order guiding them home.

Brett Forsyth (56) remained steady at the top and rode a wave of Bomber momentum, but his wicket; also off McKay and caught by impressive keeper Isaac Conway; effectively snuffed out any chance of a Panther victory.

From 6/85, Peter Cassidy (10) and Akshat Buch (6) hung around for a while, but it was veteran Darren Pattinson (53 not out off 30 balls) that provided some late fireworks and some respectability to the scoreboard.

Pattinson sent four maximums over the rope, in another reminder that he has still got all of his power and presence, but it was too little too late for his side, and they were bundled

out for 166, well short of the target.

There are, however, some consequences to come out of the loss, with Footscray and Fitzroy Doncaster’s outright victories against Casey-South Melbourne and Greenvale forcing the Panthers out of top spot, and into third position for the time being.

It doesn’t get any easier for the Panthers in Round 15, who travel to the newly redeveloped Junction Oval to face finals hopeful St Kilda, with Peter Handscomb likely to be available for the clash.

It was also a tough day in the lower grades for the Panthers, with the seconds unable to defend their mammoth 8/340 at Windy Hill.

The Bombers got the runs comfortably in the end, finishing the game in just 77 overs and with five wickets left in the shed.

They also lost in the fourths down at Cross Keys Reserve, but won in the thirds after a terrific century by Theo Lawson (116 not out); his first triple figure score for the club.

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By Derek Ogden Has the MX-5 gone soft? The ‘everyman’ Mazda, born in 1989 in the tradition of the compact British cloth-top convertibles of the post-war era from the likes of Triumph, Austin-Healey, MG and Lotus, was soon to become the bestselling sports car in the world and later became something of a cult.

The lightweight two-seater with front engine, rear-wheel drive, had minimal mechanical complexity, limited only by legal and safety requirements, while being technologically modern, reliable and cheap.

Since then, the MX-5, through a series of iterations, has maintained its spot at the top of the sports car sales charts. The latest to appear is the MX-5 RF (for retractable fastback), a sleek fastback with a smooth line joining the roof to the rear of the car - a far cry from the paired-back proportions of the original MX-5.

Available in two grades - RF and RF GT - and designed to complement the soft top MX-5 range, prices start at $38,550, for the RF six-speed manual with cloth upholstery, topping out at $46,890 for the RF GT automatic with black roof and black or tan Nappa leather upholstery.

On test was the RF GT manual with tan leather ($43,890). On road costs have to be added.

The new Mazda MX-5 RF bears little relation to the early models but that hasn’t prevented it from winning the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best’ prize at the 2017 Red Dot product design awards.

The RF features the same front and centre as the soft-top model. Overall height has increased by just five mm. The RF’s retractable hardtop consists of a front, middle and rear roof, and back window glass. When the roof is

open, the front and middle roof sections are stowed together with the back window glass in the space behind the seats.

An acrylic wind deflector helps prevent air from the rear blowing back into the cabin.

Black or tan leather upholstery and trim, or the choice of Nappa leather works nicely.

Three-meter instrument cluster is interesting in that the display at the left of the cluster has a 4.6-inch colour TFT LCD screen that displays an animation of the roof when it is opening or shutting.

The button for operating the roof is positioned on the panel below the dials for the airconditioning system.

Mazda’s MZD Connect, with its centraldash positioned screen and centre console control knob, makes for safe and easy access to functions. It has internet connectivity and access to social networking services. It offers hands-free phone operation, access to Twitter and other communication functions, as well as satellite navigation.

The RF is available with a standard equipment six-speaker audio system, with a ninespeaker Bose premium sound system on the GT, the same as on the soft-top. The premium Bose includes a pair of headrest speakers on the driver’s side.

With significantly higher torque output (200 Nm) at rather high revs (4600 rpm) the Mazda’s 2.0 petrol engine is mated to a six-speed shortshift manual or six-speed automatic. Naturally it has rear-wheel-drive.

The Mazda MX-5 RF, with its retractable fastback hardtop, has joined its soft-top sibling MX-5 in gaining the maximum ANCAP safety rating.

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There is blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert. The RF GT also gains adaptive LED headlights that swivel up to 15 degrees to illuminate more of a bend in the road.

The MX-5 range also features front (driver and passenger) and side airbags, anti-lock braking, dynamic stability control, emergency brake assist, emergency stop signal, hill start assist and traction control.

Fans, and there are many, need not despair at the threat to retain the essence of their beloved MX-5. Three key features have been retained - the RF is compact and light in weight.

Let’s face it, poncing about in plush quarters is not for the MX-5 faithful. Tradition demands top-down cabin turbulence - roughedup hair and bug spotted specs are de rigueur.

Sorry, RF, you’re not up to it.

With the top stowed, wind deflector in place and the side windows wound up, there is a mere flutter of breeze around occupants’ heads. However, the resonant sound of the engine, when let loose, does go some way to making amends for the damped-down open sports car experience.

With the top up naturally it’s quieter, with the front and middle roof panels incorporating a sound-absorbing headliner. These, plus insulation materials selected specifically for the MX-5 RF have also been added inside the body and door trim.

Revised suspension settings, dampers and electric power assisted steering were tuned specifically for the RF. Cleverly, there’s no significant sacrifice in

boot space. The 127-litre capacity is almost the same as the soft-top model, even with the roof stowed. Two carry-on bags measuring 550 by 400 by 220 millimetres will fit.

For me, the planets did not align for the Mazda MX-5 RF GT test. Who would want to drive with the top down under the mid-summer sun in temperatures up to 36 degrees?

And the MX-5 RF GT with the lid shut? It’s as if the young tearaway has been sent to finishing school.

The Mazda range is available for test drive at Berwick Mazda, Prestige Place, Narre Warren. Phone 8796 6222.

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Lighting pitch wins cash

By Casey Neill Baseball players and spectators will soon see the light in Dandenong.

Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams announced a $100,000 State Government boost for new floodlighting at Robert Booth Reserve on Wednesday 24 January.

She and Greater Dandenong Mayor Youhorn Chea made ceremonial pitches before that night’s match.

The plan is to light up the main baseball diamond at the Clow Street reserve, which is home to the Dandenong Angels and Mulgrave Rebels baseball clubs.

Mulgrave Rebels president Nick Thompson said the lighting would allow “more effective training and games to occur during low-light times”.

“We also hope that this will open up the sport to newcomers and spectators as baseball under lighting is fantastic to see and participate in,” he said.

“The facility will also be the only baseball facility in Melbourne’s South-East region with full field lighting, as such there are major opportunities for tournaments and high level games to be held.”

He said the lighting proposal was with Greater Dandenong Council so the timing was to be confirmed.

“Our best guess would be completion in 2019,” he said.

“This project has been discussed and promoted for many years, with some tentative plans seen as far back as 10 years ago.

“However, this project was raised again during the current rebuild of the pavilion at Robert Booth Reserve.”

Mr Thompson said the Rebels had gone through a significant rebuild in the past three years.

“The club has increased from 25 members to over 100, including both women’s and little

Mayor Youhorn Chea tries his hand at pitching.

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“In summer the Mulgrave Baseball Club uses the ground almost every day.

“Our veterans play on Monday nights, training through the week, women’s on Saturday and our main competition day of Sunday.”

Angels president Scott Pepper said the club had more than 120 members.

“This number increases slightly each year but with the new pavilion under way and the new lights on the horizon we expect that number to increase dramatically in the coming years,” he said.

“Being a winter club we rely heavily on lighting to help us train.

“The current set up is far from adequate and this will add a whole new dimension to the club.”

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Soccer kids take on the thin blue line

By Casey Neill More than 500 people watched and took part in the 2K18 Street Style Soccer Tournament.

The City of Greater Dandenong hold the event at JC Mills Reserve in Dandenong on Thursday 25 January in partnership with Entrepreneurs Movement Club (EMC).

Young people aged 12 to 25 years were invited to compete in the friendly contest.

Sukart Alex from EMC said the day was excellent.

“The wider community enjoyed it. It was really good for us to see them enjoy it,” he said.

“The numbers were quite high in under-14s dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

and under-16s.”

He said this was the fifth event of its kind.

“We’ve made a mark with it now, people are looking forward to it,” Mr Alex said.

“It was the perfect time to do it, the day before Australia Day and while kids were finishing off their school holidays.

“Straight away we got positive feedback and people were asking us about our next one.

“We thought April would be perfect, the next school holidays.”

The event included a match between young people and police.

“Having the police there is really great,” Mr Alex said.

“We’ve had a good relationship with them throughout all of our projects.

“We wanted to get them involved.

“They love the community engagement.

“They were there from the morning even though their exhibition game wasn’t until 2pm.”

He said EMC had a variety of events planned for the year, ranging from sports to entrepreneurship.

Events will be advertised on the EMC Facebook page and through the council’s youth services team.

Email information.emc@gmail.com to get in touch with EMC.

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