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Although the Yarra Valley will always be her home, Wright has been based in Anchorage, Alaska, where she is working towards a degree in Health Science at the University of Alaska, Anchorage.

Wright is coming off a stellar 2017 season, during which she finished third in the 1.4km women's classic spring at the Asian Winter Games in Sapporo, Japan.

Her podium finish was the best result for the Australian team at the eight-day meet.

Wright told the 'Mail' she had taken great strides in recent times.

"I'm skiing like a totally different athlete than I have in the past seasons, which shows how much progress I have made since moving to Anchorage," she said.

"I am training with some of the best skiers in the USA. "Being surrounded by faster skiers, and an incredibly supportive team, has allowed me to push my limits and see what I am fully capable of."

Wright also recently completed in the US National Championships, where she finished 20th and 27th in two different sprint events.

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Former Mount Lilydale Mercy College student Casey Wright will grace the international stage at 7.30pm on Tuesday 13 February (local time), as she makes her Winter Olympics debut for Australia.

The cross-country skier, 23, is in PyeongChang and enjoyed the spotlight for the opening ceremony on Friday 9 February, during which snowboard star Scotty James led the Australian team.

Wright is one of five cross-country skiers in the 50-strong Australian team, and one of the youngest, after she was rewarded with selection after some recent strong results.

Before her debut, Wright told the Australian Olympics Committee website she was focused on relaxing her nerves and enjoying the moment.

"I'm so excited. I really just can't wait to jump on the racecourse, put on a bib and ski as hard as I can," she said.

"I'm just calming things down a little and trying to find as much relaxation as I can, trying to calm those nervous energies ... and prepare to ski as fast as I can."

Wright expected the track to be fast but challenging.

"The tracks are in awesome condition. Really good snow. Just really fun and fast tracks out there," she said.

"I think it's going to be one of the toughest courses I've raced on. But it's going to be fun, regardless."

Wright first learned to ski at Lake Mountain and attended Mount Lilydale Mercy College from year 7-12 where she also was quite involved in sport.

The Mail spoke to assistant Year 12 co-ordinator, Andrew Leumont, who was one of her teachers while Casey attended.

Mr Leumont said Wright dominated much of the cross-country events at school and state level.

"She was in my Year 12 home room and I taught her for outdoor education in Year 9  ... I also coached her for touch footy ... she was a great student and very mature," he said.

"Casey combined her studies and was obviously fully involved with the sport at the time, which is quite hard to do."

"Of course, she certainly got involved in

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Club grants available

Pictured (l-r) are Ray Spencer and Terry Swawell from the Lions Club, with Bec Mitcham and Chris Buckingham from Casey Cardinia Libraries. 177506 Picture: PETER DOUGLAS

$700 Lions’ share Members of Emerald Library will have greater access to exciting new digital technology after a generous donation of $700 from the Emerald Lions Club for special education kits.

Casey Cardinia Libraries Chief Executive Officer, Chris Buckingham, said the library has enjoyed a wonderful relationship with the Emerald Lions Club over many years and thanked the Club for this most recent donation.

"The Lions Club does wonderful work in the local community and supports many local endeavours through their fundraising. We are so thrilled that the Emerald Library can be one of the organizations that benefits. We will also pay it forward by using these funds to purchase new computer software that will be

made available to library members and school students."

Acting Emerald Library Manager, Bec Mitchem, said: "This latest donation will be used to buy 10 Makey Makey kits - an innovative digital technology that lets users turn everyday objects into a computer touch-screen or keyboard.

"Helping to support greater literacy in our community, including digital literacy, is a core part of what we do and that includes supporting the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Maths) disciplines, that are increasingly critical to the lives and future career paths of young people," Ms Mitchem said.

"We have also formed a partnership with the Emerald Primary School which will be bringing groups of students to the library to work with these kits and explore what they can do. It makes the students innovators which is very exciting."

Emerald Lions Club President, Ray Spencer, said they were delighted to be able to give young people the opportunity to experience new technology and nurture an interest in science and the arts.

"Playing with technology like this is hopefully the start of a lifelong learning for them, so as they go through school they already have an interest in this area," Mr Spencer said.

The Victorian Government is providing football and netball clubs in the Monbulk electorate with another chance to secure funding to upgrade grounds, courts and pavilions.

Monbulk MP James Merlino has urged local governments and clubs in the area to apply for grants of up to $100,000.

Mr Merlino said the program could replace or upgrade ageing grounds and facilities so clubs can meet growing demand.

"Footy and netball clubs are the heart and soul of Monbulk. We're giving them the facilities they need to grow and attract more members than ever before," Mr Merlino said.

Applications close 12 April.

For more details, or to apply, visit www.sport.vic.gov.au.

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NEWS From left; Fletcher, Tazren, Lucas and Benji with teacher Angela Flynn in the refurbished Kinder room.

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IN BRIEF Rock throwing identified Police have identified six youths in relation to a series of incidents between May 2017 and January 2018, where rocks were thrown at passing cars near the Emerald train crossing at the intersection of Belgrave Gembrook Road and Church Street.

Emerald Police told the Mail that between 4 May 2017 and 19 January there had been 16 separate incidents reported, and that an estimate of the total damage to the vehicles was around $20,000.

These damages ranged from dents scratches to smashed windscreens.

The incidents were occurring between 1 and 4am and usually on school holidays or long weekends.

Police have identified six youths in relation to these incidents, 5 of the six have been interviewed so far. Charges are expected to be laid once the investigation is complete.

Better for learning

By Derek Schlennstedt A refurbished building at the Mt Evelyn Cire Campus means improved learning facilities for the kindergarten kids who are preparing for school.

Once utilised as an 'outside school hours (OSH) care building', it has since been refurbished and refitted to cater to 4 to 5-year-olds preparing for school journey.

Kindergarten teacher, Angela Flynn said that the change from the multi age classroom, as well as a new room and resources means that it is easier to provide more focused learning for the children.

"We have different areas for different sorts

of learning, so things like a lot of imaginative play which is a big part of their development and helps to develop social skills, communication, language development," Ms Flynn said.

"We also have individual learning areas; we have lots of books to do reference learning, lots of areas for creative expressions and a making table which is always open where they can build lots of different constructions."

"Because it's just the older kids in here you can really focus the learning and intentional teaching for those ages."

The refurbishment has involved new carpet, a new paint jobs as well as new toys, resources and furniture.

Previously the kindergarten was a mixed

aged group of 3-5-year-old's and was located in a smaller area of the Cire Campus.

Though, now with the refurbishment finished, Ms Flynn said the room looked and felt great and that the students loved the new toys and resources.

"We're still part of the childcare centre but we're in our own kindergarten building now so it's a specific kinder room," Ms Flynn said.

"The kids are loving it ... because we were mixed before between 3-5-year-olds, now these kids feel a bit special - they're the big kids."

"They're really loving it and enjoying exploring all the new resources."

Mt Evelyn lighting the way to the netball Evening training sessions will soon be possible for the Mount Evelyn Football and Netball Club after receiving funding through Council's 2018 Capital Development Program.

Four new non-intrusive lights will be installed on the netball court after having to train offsite.

C grade coach Laura Black said training at their home ground would bring the netball and football club members closer together and would be more convenient for the netball players.

"It will become more of a community and will mean the netballers can come down to the club house for dinner after training," said Laura.

"This will be good during winter by saving the girls from getting from the reserve where we have been training back to the club house ... when it's cold and wet they have been just going home."

President Graeme Northey said it would be better for the netballers to train and play

From left; C Grade coach Laura Black (far left), President Graeme Northey andMount Evelyn A Grade netballer Jacqui Black. games next to their change room facilities at Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve.

"Our netball and football sportsground lights are turned off at 8pm on training nights with measures in place to ensure limited light

spill," Mr Northey said.

"Families will be able to participate in club activities at the one location. This will support our club's efforts to increase participation in netball."

The State Government's Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) provided $20,800, Bendigo Bank provided $10,000 and Council provided $7,468 through the program.

The club is fund-raising the remaining $20,000.

Council's Capital Development Program helps to improve community facilities to make them more accessible to sport and recreation groups and the broader public.

The installation of lighting for night training was a recommendation of the Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve Master Plan which was adopted by Council in 2017.

Council will be installing relocatable female change facilities at Mount Evelyn Football Club this year to support the participation of women in sport.

Tecoma station fire At 3:45pm on February 4, a small fire was started near the Tecoma train station.

Belgrave Police report that a small amount of leaf litter is believed to have been set alight on purpose, and that some youths were seen walking away from the location.

Police told the Mail that the youths were seen walking from Tecoma Station towards Burwood Hwy, and that along the footpath where they were seen walking, another small fire was started with cardboard materials.

A description of two youths has been released in the hope that they can be identified.

Both males are believed to have been sixteen years old and were wearing black t-shirts and dark jeans. One of the males had long black hair while the other had short black hair and was wearing a baseball cap.

Sergeant Phillips at Belgrave Police Station said that though the fires were small had it been a hot or windy day the potential for the fire to get out con control was there.

"Around Tecoma railway station there is a bit of bushland there and if it's a hot day the ramifications can be quite bad ... luckily these were spotted early and put out."

Anyone with information is urged to contact Belgrave Police on 9754 6677

Croydon arson Police are investigating a suspicious fire overnight that destroyed a boxing gym on Coolstore Rd, Croydon.

The fire which started just after midnight has caused extensive damage to the premises and is currently being treated as a crime scene.

Police are seeking information from anyone in the area last night who observed any suspicious behaviour.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

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Q&A

with international ventriloquist, David Strassman

What is something people don't know about you?

At the turn of the millennium, I was at Mallacoota.

What has been the most memorable moment of your career?

Without a doubt, it was when Tom Hanks came up to me after a show and said 'that was just brilliant'. It really doesn't get any better than that. There's nothing I can do in the future that would top that moment.

What is your favourite meal?

It was a laksa I ordered from Exhibition Street in Melbourne. I'm not sure if that place is still around now, but it was delicious.

From left: Greg Box, Ali Wastie, The Greatest Shows on Earth''s Mark Holden, HART''s Ian Michael, A prudent Man''s Lyall Brooks, Mayor Len Cox, The Orchid and Crow''s Daniel Tobias, and Parallax''s Megan Beckwith.

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Talent galore

What event, past or present, would you like to have witnessed?

The SpaceX launch. That was absolutely incredible. Did you know there is a Tesla (electric-powered vehicle) inside that rocket? Either that or I would love to have seen a Pink Floyd concert in the 1980s.

By Derek Schlennstedt

What is your favourite TV show?

Mostly, I don't like watching television. But I would say Game of Thrones.

What is your favourite book?

That would be 'Desperate Journeys, Abandoned Souls: True Stories of Castaways and Other Survivors'. The book is written by Edward E. Leslie and tells of some incredible survival stories.

What six guests, dead or alive, would you invite to a dinner party?

Can we bring back certain dead people so we can kill them again? Only kidding. Apart from that, I would select Elon Musk, Nicole Kidman, Ben Elton, John Cleese and Taylor Swift.

What are you working on right now?

My new show - while not political - looks at our obsession with technology. It doesn't matter whether we're children or adults; we all seem to have our heads inside our phones all the time. The production is really incredible and I'm sure audiences will love it.

David will be performing his latest show 'iTedE' at the Memo in Healesville on Wednesday 28 February. More details at www. davidstrassman.com.

The Culture Tracks 2018 program launched on Wednesday night 7 February and the line-up is anything but unbelievable.

From the brave and quietly devastating performance of HART to that of a once emerging singer-songwriter and now established rock star, Dan Sultan - Culture Tracks 2018 has it all.

To demonstrate this year's eclectic and diverse range of performances the opening night at the Memo in Healesville, on Wednesday 7 February, treated a packed audience to a brief but delectable glimpse of what's in store for the rest of the year.

From A Prudent Man's, darkly comedic political thriller to vibrant neon coloured three dimensional dance progressions in Megan Beckwith's Parallax, each individual performance had audiences beckoning to see more.

The night began with a spectacular and moving one-man performance by Noongar man Ian Michael who retold the lived experiences of Stolen Generation survivors and invited the audience to listen in on the silenced stories of this country.

Speaking to the Mail before the opening night performer and co-writer of HART Ian said the performance was written in response to statistics of aboriginal children being taken away from their communities.

The snapshot of his full 50-minute show was enough to engross the entire audience who clapped in unison at the movement segment.

Be sure to book early and more information on all your favourite, artists, plays, performers and galleries can be found at http://bit. ly/2nMep5y

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Defeat of the sweet

By Derek Schlennstedt Yarra Ranges Council will reduce the availability of sugary drinks at council-owned venues to tackle rising obesity and tooth decay in the region.

Health promotion foundation VicHealth is teaming up with eight councils around Victoria, including the Yarra Ranges Council with the aim to give sugary drinks the flick and promote water as the drink of choice at local sport and recreation centres.

Yarra Ranges Council will share in over $500,000 in funding as part of VicHealth's Water in Sport Initiative to reduce the availability and promotion of sugary drinks like soft drinks and sports drinks in kiosks and cafes at Victorian leisure centres and sports venues.

According to VicHealth's alarming statistics, around 12 per cent of those living in the municipality are obese.

Additionally, 57 per cent of children aged between six and eight years have tooth decay, while around 8 per cent of locals consume sugary drinks every day and 6 percent of people within the municipality drink no water in a day.

VicHealth CEO Jerril Rechter said the projects were being delivered in areas with higher rates of sugary drink consumption, obesity or poor dental health.

"We know that too much sugar in our diet contributes to a range of major health issues like obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, tooth decay and stroke," Ms Rechter said "The average Australian eats 14 teaspoons of added sugar each day - most of that extra sugar comes from sugary drinks, such as sports and energy drinks. A standard 600ml sports drink contains a whopping 11 teaspoons of sugar."

"Unfortunately we constantly find a smorgasbord of these drinks at venues where chil-

Station joins in milk fight

By Derek Schlennstedt

From left; Lesley Grimes (Centre Manager), Sandra Kelly (Fitness Instructor) and Bec Bower (Personal Trainer) from the Yarra Centre where sugary drinks have been given the flick and Pictured: ROB CAREW replaced with water. 177476 dren and families regularly play and watch sport. This sends an unhealthy message to our kids that sport and sugary drinks go hand in hand.

"That's why we'll be working with communities where data shows there are higher levels of sugary drink consumption and poor health."

The $62,500 will be used to promote water as the drink of choice at a number of Belgravia venues around the Yarra Ranges, including the Yarra Centre at Yarra Junction, Kilsyth Centenary Aquatic Centre, Monbulk Aquatic Centre and Lilydale Outdoor Pool.

The change-over from sugary drinks includes education for customers and staff surrounding why healthier options are now more readily available and that there will more promotion of healthier choices at sporting venues.

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Yarra Ranges Area Manager for Belgravia Leisure, Scott Gamble, said that the roll-out had already begun and included displaying water and healthier options in more visible location at Kiosks.

"It's rolling out right now, we've had discussion with Inspiro, identified opportunities around healthy drinks and just looking to get education for staff and customers happening ... also started to change our display area, to display more positive choices," Mr Gamble said.

Yarra Ranges Council Director of Social and Economic Development Ali Wastie, said although the Yarra Ranges was identified as one of eight municipalities in Victoria with the need to address health issues like obesity and tooth decay, council was looking forward to providing healthier options.

The Lilydale Fire Brigade has joined forces to raise funds to help the lives of dairy farmers and their families struggling to survive against plummeting milk prices.

Late last year, firefighters from the Lilydale Fire Brigade and the Maroondah Group of Fire Brigades - a group comprising 12 brigades across the region, donated $2760 to the Inverloch and District Lions Club as part of their Lions Need 4 Feed program, which assisted in distributing the money to dairy families most affected within the South Gippsland region.

The group were hosted at Inverloch by the District Lions Club and Bill Watson of Wonthaggi CFA. Lilydale Fire Brigade was particularly prominent in the fundraising with the brigade raising $1260 in a special fundraising event and the Maroondah group raising another $1500.

The Maroondah group annually raises funds for food hampers which they then distribute to communities who are struggling from environmental disasters or economic difficulties.

Secretary of the Maroondah Group of Fire Brigades, Kevin Cameron said that the group's rationale for this year's fundraiser was to focus on providing support for forgotten peoplewhich in this instance were the children of dairy families.

To that end the money raised by the brigades has given 10 children aged 8-12 the opportunity to spend a week away at the Lions Wilderness Village north of Heyfield, during the April 2018 school holidays.

The adventure camp gives offers, mini golf, archery, campfire, canoeing, a flying fox, mountain biking and abseiling and gives the kids a chance to forget about the stress of dairy farming.

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Influenza is a deadly disease, and new data shows nearly 50,000 Victorians suffered from

it last year.

Last year, in the Yarra Ranges, there were 103 cases of flu in children under five, a 390% increase from 2017 which saw only 21 cases.

Flu vaccines provide essential protection from the flu and it's vital that these vaccines are made freely available to young children to ensure they are properly protected.

That is why the Liberals have promised free voluntary flu vaccinations for Victorian Children under five if elected to Government later this year.

Daniel Andrews is flatly refusing to fund flu vaccinations for children when they prevent illness and save lives.

Only the Liberals will fund free vaccinations to protect our children against this deadly disease.

Christine Fyffe, Member for Evelyn

CWA welcome

Spin-In

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Belgrave CWA welcomes new members to their group at 1596 Burwood Highway. Please call in on second Wednesday each month to have a chat and a cuppa. Phone Kathy 9725 8836 with any enquires.

Grand Valley Spinners and Weavers 'Spin-in'.

Monday 19 March from 10am to 3pm. The 'new' venue this year is Lilydale Lake Community Room, 435 Swansea Rd, Lilydale. All welcome. $5 entry, catering provided, lots of lucky door prizes, treasure table, pot plants, trading table and spinning supplies. For all you needs, from a variety of traders. Bring your wheels and friends and join in the fun. New members and beginners always welcome contact Pat on 0414255014 or 97355450 'or' Ellen on 9736 3646

Monbulk Quilt Show. Saturday 3 March from 9.30am to 3.30pm at the Living and Learning Centre (The Hub) in Monbulk. There are quilt displays, trade tables, and guest designer, outside market and Monbulk Main Street shop specials. Entry $5. First 100 participants receive a free show bag full of vouchers and specials. All proceeds go to CFA.

Impatient drivers endanger lives Coming up roses Recently released statistics show that in 2017 there were 27 accidents at the intersection of Wellington Road and Stud Road (that's an average of one per fortnight).

The intersection is well known to those of your readers who commute to the city.

It is fully controlled by traffic lights, has slip roads for left hand turns and red arrows for right hand turns.

Perhaps it is impatience at the latter which leads to most of the accidents.

I do hope that no Emerald people have been involved, but can certainly nominate the P-plater - who tailgated me (and kept tooting his horn!) along the straight stretch of the Main Road past the Emerald Police Station - as a likely future statistic.

Bill Pell, Emerald

With the annual flowing of the mostly red flowering gums, a common name for many years (which no longer applies due to reclassification), it is good to see these magnificent displays throughout our townships and rural areas.

One should congratulate those people who took the conscious effort to purchase and plant these beautiful trees for the benefit of everyone to enjoy.

They are slow growers, but the latest grafted trees produce copulas flowers very early in their life cycle.

So people, keep up the good work.

Bruce Johnson, Silvan

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Quilt exhibition Art Quilt Australia 2017 Exhibition now open.

Enjoy an opportunity to see the best art quilt textile paintings in Australia. Range of styles, techniques and materials highlighting the creative innovation of textile artists across Australia and New Zealand. Yarra Ranges Regional Museum. 35-37 Castella Street, Lilydale. Free.

Bookings essential. More details. Ticket Link: http://ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Whats_On/ Art_Quilt_Australia_2017#.WnpB4-uGOUk

Street rummage Monbulk Rummage Sunday 4th March 10am - 2pm. Allen Road, Nugent Street and Menin road monbulk will all be having garage sales.

Yes, the whole street! This will be one sensational day to have with open community, not to be missed.

Teresa, she’s an amazer

By Derek Schlennstedt Few others have given back so much to their community as Teresa Schroder, who recently received a Community Service Award on Australiday Day. The award, from Monbulk and District Rotary, represents many years of dedication.

On 26 January, Teresa was presented with the award, recognising her strong commitment to improving her community and for her involvement in numerous community groups.

John Coleman, president of Monbulk and District Rotary, said though the choice was difficult, Teresa stood out for unwavering and long-time involvement within the Monbulk area.

"We choose someone who has been really prominent in the local community over a period of time," Mr Coleman said.

"It's not just a single item she's been chosen for, it's because she's been doing these things over a number of years."

For over 45 years, Teresa has lived and breathed the Monbulk air; and she said throughout those years, she has always had a desire to give back to the community she has grown up and lived in.

"You don't do it to receive an award, you do it because it needs to be done and you can see the benefits it can bring to the community," she said.

"I'm really passionate about being proactive in my community for example like health and wellbeing is really important to me, that's why I've co-ordinated the Monbulk produce market to be a part of something bigger than myself.

"That whole sense of feeling of being a part of a bigger family that's what it is - I don't want people to feel alone in our town, that would really bother me."

ENTERTAINMENT

Laughs by the bear

Freely awful

By Peter Douglas

Fifty Shades Freed Starring Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan Rated MA15+

David Strassman is set to unpack some muchloved characters and a brand new show for local audiences.

The hugely popular ventriloquist and comedian will soon jet out from his US home for a series of Victorian shows, including a stop-in at the Memo in Healesville on Wednesday 28 February.

He will deliver his new show, 'iTedE', with a little help from his friends Ted E. Bare, Chuck Wood, Kevin the Alien, Grandpa Fred and Sid Beaverman.

Strassman told the 'Mail' his new show, complete with a stunning production and special effects, will focus on modern society's fixation with technology.

"Everyone is either watching television or is on an iPhone these days. It doesn't matter whether we are children or adults, we've all got our heads in the screens," he said.

"It's not a political show, but I'm holding up a mirror to society while providing a few laughs."

Strassman, who performed in Healesville back in 2013, said he loves nothing more than to reacquaint himself with Australian culture.

"I particularly love regional Victoria and I've toured extensively throughout before. It's something about the culture, the pioneering spirit; I can't quite explain," he said.

"When someone says 'mate' to you, you know you're their mate. You care for each other. There is a barbecue in every park and a sausage sizzle at every Bunnings store.

"I was at Port Arthur around when the massacre took place and you Aussies took away all the guns. In the US, we've already had 10 school shootings this year. You look out for each other."

Fifty Shades Freed is already the most disgusting film of 2018 for its reprehensible treatment of protagonist Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson).

Johnson and Jamie Dornan (playing her billionaire new husband Christian Gray) have better chemistry this time round, but if anything, this makes their horrible characterisation even worse.

Christian is still constantly interfering in Anastasia's work-life and trying to control her appearance and personal life. Whenever the plot gives Anastasia any degree of agency, it's still either subject to male approval or has her assume traditionally feminine roles such as homemaker. More disturbingly, Christian uses the power dynamic of BDSM to punish Anastasia for disobeying him, and this goes mostly unacknowledged.

When Anastasia playfully initiates sex with Christian, he still takes control, further sapping her of agency. Immediately after Anastasia is assaulted in her home and nearly abducted by the subtly-named antagonist Mr Hyde (Eric Johnson), the film still somehow centres on Christian's emotional distress.

I also think it's pretty sad and retrograde how when Anastasia falls unexpectedly pregnant, the topic of abortion - regardless of your moral stance on the issue - is never once addressed.

Even more so than Fifty Shades Darker (the previous film), Freed reinforces how much of a domineering, manipulative jerk Christian is, and how much of a door-mat Anastasia is.

Freed attempts to mine tension from the couple's romantic troubles, but it's impossible to invest in this personal drama.

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Yet, he equally enjoys drawing laughs from a theatre in outback Australia, without all the tech and wizardry.

At the heart of his shows are the unique voices of so many characters, which have developed identifiable personalities.

"I have introduced new puppets over the years; they tend to take a while to flesh out before they take on a character of their own," he said.

"But they each have their own back story, much like characters in a film. So they each have their own hopes, fears, neuroses and foibles."

Strassman said he couldn't wait to meet and entertain Healesville audiences.

"I started out in comedy clubs in New York where a laugh is expected every 10 seconds or

so and that's what the show brings," he said.

"I have an amazing production team, which allows me to perform the show anywhere, from major city venues to regional Victoria."

More details at www.davidstrassman.com or www.ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/ Venues/The_Memo_Healesville. *In conjunction with David Strassman, the 'Mail' is giving three lucky readers the chance to win one double-pass to see the Healesville show.

Just tell us, in 25 words or less, which of Strassman's characters are you favourite and why.

Please provide your contact name, address and daytime contact number.

Entries to win@mailnewsgroup.com.au.

Competition closes at close of business on Friday 16 February.

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FOCUS ON … CUCKOO RESTAURANT

Keeping it in the family Following 15 years overseas, Daniela KoeppenRosenfeld has returned to the family business, Olinda's iconic Cuckoo restaurant.

As the daughter of the Cuckoo's current owner, Karin Koeppen, Daniela returns as the restaurant's new manager. Having worked in hospitality and retail all her life, Daniela returned to the Cuckoo in order to keep the popular restaurant in the Koeppen family.

Along with Daniela, customers can expect to find a few new changes throughout the Cuckoo including a new European menu featuring a fresh buffet featuring sizzling steaks, seafood, salads as well as fresh in-house baked cakes.

Of course, there are still the Cuckoo favourites customers know and love such as scrumptious smorgasbords, imported beers (including German beers on tap) and even live entertainment such as yodelling and traditional Bavarian folk music. The Cuckoo has been in the Koeppen family for nearly 60 years and is renowned for its gourmet buffets, live floor shows, family focus and historical building.

To celebrate Daniela returning to the family business, the Cuckoo is offering a two for one dining special for all locals. To say thank you for the past 60 years of support, locals are encouraged to bring this article to the Cuckoo when booking for a Friday or Saturday night dinner in order to receive the full buffet and floor show for two for the price of one.

The Cuckoo will also be sharing the love on Valentine's Day with an additional night of two for one dining special for locals.

The Cuckoo is located at 508 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Olinda and is open for Lunch Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 3pm (seven days in summer), For dinner from Friday to Sunday from 6.30pm to late and afternoon tea on Saturday and Sunday from 3.30pm to 5.3pm. For more information, visit www. cuckoorestaurant.com.au or phone 9751 1003.

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Keeping it in the family (left to right): Horst Lantzsch (Karin’s brother, retired Restaurant Manager), Karin Koeppen (current owner – Managing director) and Daniela Koeppen-Rosenfeld.

Every Friday and Sunday Nights only, We are offering a special 2 for 1 Deal for the locals.

We are open again as full Traditional Bavarian smorgasbord on Friday and Sunday nights where a Floor Show / Live Entertainment for you to enjoy along with an open Sizzling Grill

DINNER Friday - Sunday 6:30 pm - Late

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FOCUS ON … SHOP LOCAL MONBULK

Treating you wheel good With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service has built a solid foundation.

They have acquired experience and knowledge about auto mechanics and services, with a good old fashioned and friendly approach.

The team at Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service always have a smile and are more than happy to assist with your inquiries.

Bridgestone Service Centre - Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service - offers services which are second to none, with sales of Bridgestone tyres and other brands at competitive prices, along with wheel alignments, battery sales, free tyre inflation, free testing and logbook servicing and mechanical repairs.

The Monbulk staff are diversely trained in computer balancing, wheel alignments and more.

Owner of Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service, Ron Moulday said his staff offered unique skills and training, which contributed to the safety of the vehicles they maintained.

Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service also offer the Bridgestone benefits program, which helps to maximise the life of types, assist with vehicle safety and maintain vehicle performance through its free five-tyre maintenance checks and rotations and discounts.

The benefits program also includes a free maintenance check on tyre pressure, tread depth, tyre wear, spare tyre, battery and external light.

Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service were awarded the Bridgestone Master Class Gold Winner of 2015, proving their outstanding customer service, hard work and excellence

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Monbulk Tyre and Auto Service is located at 12 Main Road, Monbulk. Operating hours

are from 8am to 5pm from Monday to Friday, and 8am to 12pm on Saturdays. For more information or inquiries, call 9756 7697.

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FOCUS ON ‌ MARKET SCENE

Country touch makes it The monthly Cockatoo Country Market is a local one-stop-shop for micro, home-based and artisan businesses, as well as a great provider of word of mouth advertising for stallholders.

It also provides a space for local community groups to fundraise, increase their profile and attract new members. The market has raised and distributed more than $8000 to local groups through its Community Grants Program, with another $4000 on offer from March 2018.

Cockatoo Country Market Committee is comprised of some exceptional local women who embody Cockatoo's community spirit of "can do" and work together to benefit the local community.

Stallholders and patrons alike often remark on the warm, welcoming feel of the Cockatoo Country Market, where locals and visitors experience the Cockatoo community at its best.

There are a variety of stalls including local bread, honey, preserves, live chickens, tasty freshly made baked treats, dried fruits, olives, vintage clothing, woodcrafts, jewellery, kitchen goods, homewares, crafts, candles, soaps, plants and garden ornaments, skincare products, and of course great coffee!

The Hills Men's Shed is also present, selling refurbished tools and made to order timber signs. Market-goers will also find the Cockatoo Scouts and Cubs in attendance with their delicious hot jam donuts for sale.

Cockatoo Country Market is held on the first Saturday of every month (except January) from 8.30am to 1.30pm. In March and December, the market transforms into a twilight festival with live music and a variety of family entertainment.

The next market will be a twilight market held on March 3 at Alma Treloar Reserve in Cockatoo from 3pm to 8pm. To find out more, visit www.facebook.com/cockatoocountrymarket.

The Cockatoo Country Market allows visitors to experience the Cockatoo community at its best.

The Cockatoo Country Market allows visitors to experience the Cockatoo community at its best.

Grow It, Bake It, Make It Community Artisan Market

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Racecourse Market First Sunday of Every Month | 10am till 3pm (Except January and Code Red Days)

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FLAT SITE, PRIME LOCATION PERFECTLY positioned on a near-flat, 1412 square metre (approximate) parcel of phenomenal land in a prime location, this superb weatherboard home offers: · Four good-sized bedrooms (master with full ensuite and dual vanity); · Stylish kitchen with stone benchtops and stainless steel Smeg gas cooktop and stainless steel Smeg oven; · Spacious open plan living with gas heating and air-conditioning; · Great second living area for the kids to play; · Lovely updated main bathroom; · Excellent undercover outdoor decking area, perfect for relaxing; · Phenomenal backyard for the kids and

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25 Old Belgrave Road Upper Ferntree Gully

$660,000 - $720,000

5 Station Street Belgrave

$645,000 - $695,000

“ILLARA” - GORGEOUS FAMILY HOME WITH 3 LIVING ZONES

BEAUTIFULLY STYLED HILLS HOME IN THE HEART OF BELGRAVE

Idyllically located in the heart of Upper Ferntree Gully this stunning home provides a highly lexible layout for the family to stretch out in. Offering: 4 good sized beds, stylish modern kitchen, elegant lounge room, family room for the teenagers or parents to retreat & separate formal dining room. If you have been looking for a quality family home in a prime location then this is the home for you.

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

Set on a picturesque native block this wonderfully presented home is majestically private and approx. 10 minute’s walk to the amenities of Belgrave and Tecoma Train Station, main street cafes, shops, schools and medical facilities. The meandering sealed driveway leads you to a tranquil home amongst the trees with the ambience of café culture and inner city living.

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

10 Ronald Avenue, Selby

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$765,000 - $810,000

$730,000 - $799,999

FAMILY HOME WITH ENDLESS CHARM

STYLISH FAMILY STUNNER

This immaculately presented home is situated on just over ½ an acre and is surrounded by beautiful bushland offering all the birdlife and peaceful surroundings possible. A welcoming feel and endless appeal are strong attributes of this family home. Inside features; 3 good size bedrooms and 4th/study, master with ensuite and WIR and 2 with their own BIR’s & 3 separate living zones.

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

If you have been looking for a high quality family home in ystereld at an affordable price point then look no further  because this is it his gorgeous brick veneer home offers  arge beds all ith IRs (aster ith IR  full en suite), striking modern kitchendining area, spacious lounge room  huge undercover outdoor decking area. e quick to secure this amazing property Contact: am Adamson 4   Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

14 Owen Street Kallista

1564 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd Olinda

$780,000-$860,000

Kalimna - Immaculate Character Hills Cottage

Location, Location, Location

Absolutely immaculate in presentation, this character cottage is perfect to move in & enjoy with no work required.

The sunlight & views from every room connect the residence to the garden superbly framing the home which is generous in proportions ith timber loors loing to the hall to living areas, renovated kitchen in timeless black & whites with the meals area placed to enjoy the vista. The separate lounge ith open replace, updated period style indos  ornate cornices are typical of hills cottages. Sunlight streams into the hallway leading to the master & 2nd bedroom all warmed

by GDH. Truly a stunning setting and home, well loved by the current owners and ready for the next caretaker to enjoy life in the hills…. Inspection essential.

This recently renovated 5 bedroom 2 bathroom residence, is set over 2 levels offering 3 or 4 living zones, with verandas capturing ltered city vies  is ithin a short stroll to the villages of Olinda  t Dandenong. An appealing option for the larger family, multi-generation family or those wanting an investment property. ive on  level  reap the reards of the other ith extra income as an Airn or short stay. GD  split systems cover the seasonal changes. he rooms are all generous in size ith neutral decor for everyday living. imber panelling  colonial indos give a hint of the homes era yet high ceilings extend throughout. Fully renovated bathrooms are conveniently located ith  on each level.

A circular driveay ensures ample parking hilst a gently undulating block provides open space for kids to play  enoy the sun lled parcel.

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

Contact: Corinne ukroo 4   Inspection: y Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

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13 Bailey Road Cockatoo

$540,000 - $590,000

$540,000 - $580,000

25 Neville Road Gembrook

Stunning, Fully Renovated Home!

Lovely Private Hideway on 1 Acre!

If you’re looking for a family home where you can walk to the local shops, restaurants & schools, this is it! On offer is this beautifully renovated home with 3 BDRs, the Master with WIR & ensuite, open plan living, stunning designer kitchen with Bosch appliances & clever storage ideas. Add to this private rear entertaining, gorgeous front yard with wood shed, chicken coup & bitumen drive with loads of off street parking.

Set in a secluded beautiful setting of 1 acre of delightful gardens with lat lawn areas, this original home oozes character & charm with Baltic pine loors, 2 BDRs, living room with toasty wood heater & lovely country kitchen with dishwasher & wood ired stove as well as a conventional cooktop & oven. Add to this an enclosed outdoor entertaining room, decked pool area, raised vegie gardens, single carport.

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

11 Tuileries Rise Narre Warren Sth

$649,000 - $710,000

11 Arthur Road Cockatoo

$600,000 - $660,000

4 Bedroom Home in a Great Location!

Spacious, Immaculate Home on Almost ½ Acre!

This fantastic family home is big on space, is brilliantly located in one of the best streets in the area & is within walking distance to Casey Central, public transport & zoned for some of the best schools. The brick home offers 3 large BDRs plus theatre room or 4th BDR, huge open plan living, kitchen with quality appliances & fantastic outdoor entertaining areas including 8 person spa.

What a wonderful opportunity to purchase this beautifully maintained, presented and spacious home located on almost ½ acre of lovely gardens and gently sloping land. The brick veneer home offers 3 robed bedrooms, spacious living areas, hostess kitchen, new bathroom, circular drive and parking for 4 vehicles undercover.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

26 Wiseman Road Monbulk

7 Neville Road Gembrook

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$795,000 - $874,500

Grand Hills Home on 12 Acres!

Your New Lifestyle Awaits!

This impressive home sits proudly atop of 12 acres & offers family living at its best. The 2 storey home offers 4 BDRs, Master with WIR, ensuite & parents retreat. You also have access to the balcony with a view. Entertain in style with the formal dining room, spacious kitchen & family/lounge room. Add to this rear yard with Mountain views, bore water irrigation system & 10 car shed with concrete loor & power

This fantastic property has it all! Situated on over an Acre, it offers space, privacy & a quality lifestyle. The character home is only 12 years young, offering 5 BDRs or 4 with a study, large living room & rumpus, country kitchen with butlers pantry & barn shed for 4 vehicles. Add to this outdoor entertaining areas, lovely gardens, a pool & outdoor spa.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

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28 Longfellow Avenue Mooroolbark

$595,000 - $650,000

Perfect Family Home – Perfect Position ou couldnt ind a better oitioned home, ooite ooroolbark eight eerve and jut minute from embroke rimary chool and arra ill econdary ollege, thi uer neat home i oitioned to leae. The home offer  bedroom with a freh udated kitchen, bathroom and laundry, aciou family room and meal area lu a family ie outdoor covered entertaining area offering lenty of ace inide and out. The neat etablihed garden offer load of ace to make thi the erfect family home in a fantatic convenient, uiet and very ought after location.

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2823 Warburton Hwy Wesburn

$750,000 - $795,000

Step Back In Time - 7 Years Young!

1 Johns Crescent Mount Evelyn

Privacy is assured and charm is in abundance in this absolutely gorgeous home. Designed and decorated with thought and care, this home will no doubt bring great joy to its new owners. The character home is nestled into a very private half acre (approx.) allotment, with stunning Warburton Ranges views. All the niceties of country style living are provided with a mini orchard, room for the chooks to roam, veggie garden and to complete the picture just add in the obligatory rustic farm style shed. The warmth of the home is evident walking through the front door and gazing along the traditional styled hallway, where 3 large bedrooms plus a study are accessed and you are drawn to the library and main living zones. If you love to laze on a window seat and read a book, then the library living area and adjoining ofice will be one of your favorite spots, or you may wish snuggle in front of the roaring wood ire in the lounge where the family will love to gather. The living and dining overlook your yard and the distant mountains and through French doors you can enjoy indoor/outdoor living.

$720,000 - $790,000

A Hidden Gem! The uer level comrie of the aciou living room with wood irelace and tunning timber mantle, two bedroom with  mater with full enuite, aciou laundry facilitie, the light and bright kitchen  dining one with , tainle teel aliance and tunning outlook. oving downtair, the recently udated bathroom i large and feature modern iture including a bath, hower and , a uerb econd living one that function a the erfect ot for the kid to chill out whilt two further bedroom with  wra u what thi roerty offer internally.

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190 Inspection: Sat 11:00-11:30am (Photo ID Required)

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21 Aileen Avenue Montrose

$720,000 - $770,000

330 Little Yarra Rd Yarra Junction

$2.1 - $2.31m

Family Living in a Desired Location

“Bridale”– 15.2 Acre Lifestyle Property

This beautifully presented family home sits proudly on approximately 1,003m2. The property is a stand out from the moment you drive down into the quiet street and enter through the front door. Once you enter the home, you are intantly greeted with the light illed interior including the generous lounge room to the front of the home and centralised kitchen which is complimented by gas cooking, dishwasher, a large butlers pantry, plenty of storage, all while overlooking the outdoor entertaining area, family room and dining room. The home features a generous master bedroom with BIR and modern ensuite, two further bedrooms with built in robes and also a central bathroom with bath and hower. urther feature throughout include tunning timber oor boards throughout, ducted heating, split system cooling, evaporative cooling, laundry with eternal acce and a tudy home ofice.

Stepping outside is a fantastic covered decking area overlooking the neatly landscaped backyard, perfect for entertaining all year round.

Outside also includes a relaxing spa, a double carport with remote roller door and a large double shed.

ne of the arra alley mot magniicent roertie,  square manor with pristine paddocks with white post & rail fencing, offer tranuillity, cri freh air  tunning mountain outlook. Theatre room, huge bedroom, euiite bathroom, an ofice lu library, butler antry that adjoin arrah kitchen, huge laundry, erfect alfreco entertaining area with an amaing oolgaebo entertaining area. or the horse enthusiast you can utilise the ideal facilities such as table comle with tack room, rug torage, tie u area, round yard, even addock each having dam acce, a full ie mnage lu a econd ood lit  rubber baed mnage. f you have tractor, oat they can be houed in the large machinery hed which even ha a teenager room with full ie billiard table, the  bay garage or  other hed lu a motorhome bay it all here

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By Chris Anderson The run to finals has officially commenced.

With three games remaining in the season, the finals picture is becoming clearer; and for those in the picture, now is the time to be hitting top form.

Top four positions seem locked in the top two grades and a peak in form is now imperative.

Day one of Round 14 action saw rain play a part in proceedings, but for most games it didn't affect the flow of play.

In Strachan Shield, the rain has left the Yarra Glen versus Mount Evelyn fixture in an interesting position after day one.

Mount Evelyn won the toss and duly elected to bat and would be satisfied with their position, despite the rain stopping them from taking full advantage.

Opener Daniel Giblin was once again the mainstay of the innings as his fruitful season with the bat continued.

Despite his partners not taking full advantage of significant starts, a series of contributions from Gareth Fraser, Jesse Fraser and Kane Jones ensured Yarra Glen were made to wait for their wickets.

With Giblin holding firm at the other end, batting out the day for a steady unbeaten 60, the Mounters have the whip handle after the first day sitting on 4/175.

For Yarra Glen, Corey Parrant was again the mainstay of the attack despite limited success, while slow bowlers Richard Ellisdon (2/28) and Jimmy Lusk (1/11) benefitted from batsmen trying to advance the score quickly.

With rain forcing the players off for over an hour, Mount Evelyn still have 23 overs up their sleeve to push to a total of dominance.

The thing working against the Mounters is lost time means a reduction in overs for an experienced Yarra Glen outfit to see out, and a necessity to bowl the Riverpigs out to claim the victory.

An intriguing finish looms between two teams destined for finals.

Healesville found the going tough at home to Warburton-Millgrove.

Healesville has no hesitation batting first upon winning the toss, and from the outset found it difficult to produce a partnership of significance.

The Bloods were rocked from the beginning as opener Brenton Damrow was whisked off to hospital in the third over after top edging the ball into his unprotected face.

Fortunately for Brenton, he was given the all clear of structural damage and is expected to make a quick recovery.

Everyone in the competition wishes him a speedy recovery.

From there, the Bloods struggled to gain momentum.

David Lever (3/25) immediately put the pressure on with a fine spell up front in partnership with Carl Morgan.

Several of the Bloods middle order briefly threatened, but they were rather quickly back in the sheds.

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the innings was a war of attrition between the experienced spinners, Adam Humphrey (2/9) and Daniel Lever (2/22), and a dogged Healesville tail.

As much as the Healesville tail fought to save some pride, the scoreboard wasn't advancing particularly quickly, and after fighting out until the 59th over, the innings was wrapped up for a below par 117.

With rain playing a part during the day, stumps were drawn.

One would expect the Burras to make light work of the chase continuing their impressive run of form.

The final game in Strachan Shield, Yarra Junction vs Seville, followed a similar path.

Seville batted first, and like Healesville struggled to gain significant momentum.

Once again the Yarra Junction bowling outfit were at their miserly best keeping Seville in check.

In no means was it a quick kill, but the likes of Nick Bark (3/25), Terry Ottrey (3/32) and Kevin Bomford (3/12) ensured it would be a death of a thousand cuts.

The Eagles have built an impressive season around their bowlers who have been meticulous in their approach.

A relentless attack that gives little opportunity to score, eventually wearing their opposition down.

A struggling Seville batting line-up struggled under the spotlight, and despite fighting gamely, they were unable to push towards a significant score.

Marcus Smith (27) and Tom Page (22) showed glimpses that they could keep the Blues in the contest, but eventually the dam wall broke and they were bowled out for a disappointing 91.

Yarra Junction should have little trouble in chasing the score, and will do so with ease if they are to be considered a premiership threat.

In Finger Trophy action, Coldstream continue to build their premiership credentials with an expert display with the bat, this time against finals contenders Wandin.

The Bulldogs made the most of the early proceedings as early wickets on Uzman (5/36) got them off to a good start, but it would be Coldstream's middle order bats who would win this day.

Dean Oliffe has led his team, and club, with aplomb this season, and his hard work has paid off with all elements of his line up buying into the direction the club is headed.

Most significantly he has led with his actions with the bat in hand.

This innings had the signs of a collapse building, but Oliffe led a brilliant rear guard action, with support from Stephen Philips (31) and Daniel Sharp (46*).

With the day nearing a close, Oliffe notched a fantastic hundred, just reward for his patience and leadership.

At the close of play, Coldstream had posted an impressive 7/251.

Unfortunately for the Crocs, they were unable to find wicket taking support for Uzman who did his best to keep the Bulldogs in the contest.

The Coldstream total will be tough to chase down, but it isn't surmountable.

Wandin will need a disciplined, and patient approach with a view of batting out the day.

It is hard to see Coldstream faltering in this contest.

Hoddles Creek enjoyed their return to the field after a troublesome month with a solid showing with the bat against Woori Yallock.

Woori Yallock had the best of the early exchanges as three wickets to Adam Dunn had reduced the Wombats to 3/28.

The experienced Simon McLachlan entered the fray, and produced an innings that held the Wombats together.

The Tigers bowlers continued to chip away, and they did find regular wickets, mostly at the hand of Dunn who produced great figures of 5/49.

McLachlan held firm and found valuable allies along the way.

Liam Rowe (39) helped provide a 61 run 7th wicket partnership that kept the innings on course, whilst Aiden Robertson ensured McLachlan wouldn't be stranded short of a century assisting in a last wicket stand that extended to 40.

When the dust settled, McLachlan remained 100 not out, and the Wombats had posted strong total of 223.

The greatest disappointment for the Wombats was the 12 overs they left in the bank.

The Tigers would be pleased with the patience of their bowling unit, and without their continued discipline, they could've been batted out of the contest.

The chase will be a challenging one, one that will require significant contributions from their classy top order, but a task they are capable of pulling off.

If the Wombats can be themselves into the Tigers middle order quickly, then they could be on their way to a memorable victory.

In the final Finger Trophy clash, Launching Place found things difficult on the road to Gruyere.

Launch batted first, and just couldn't start the fire as experienced Scorpions Matt Tilney (5/17) and Adrian Vassallo (2/28) reduced the Launch innings to a smouldering rubble.

In the end, Launching Place were bowled out for 77, a long way from competitive.

To their credit they rolled up their sleeves with the ball, and produced a competitive end to the day.

Gruyere, perhaps lulled into a false sense of security chasing the low total, quickly had themselves in trouble losing four early wickets to the hands of Anthony Sequeira (2/23) and Cody Andrews (2/19).

Gruyere are still poised for victory at 4/56, but the end spoiled a perfect day.

Not to let their earlier work go to waste, Vassallo (30*) and Tilney (14*) will be hell bent on knocking of the total and putting their team in a position to chase outright victory.

DJ Strachan Shield Healesville 10/117 (M. Minney 27, S. Gebert 13, David Lever 3/25, A Humphrey 2/9, Daniel Lever 2/22) v Warburton-Millgrove; Yarra Glen

v Mt Evelyn 4/175 (D. Giblin 60*, K. Jones 27, G. Fraser 26, R. Ellisdon 2/28, J. Lusk 1/11); Seville 10/91 (M. Smith 27, T. Page 22, K. Bomford 3/12, N. Bark 3/25, T. Ottrey 3/32) v Yarra Junction RA FINGER TROPHY Coldstream 7/251 (D. Oliffe 101*, D. Sharp 46*, S. Phillips 31, C. Uzman 5/36) v Wandin; Hoddles Creek 10/223 (S. McLachlan 100*, L. Rowe 39, A. Dunn 5/49) v Woori Yallock 0/15; Launching Place 10/77 (M. McConnell 16, J. Birdie 16, M. Tilney 5/17, A. Vassallo 2/28) v Gruyere District 4/56 (A. Vassallo 30*, M. Tilney 14*, A. Sequeria 2/23, C. Andrews 2/16) C GRADE Wandin 2/38 (R. Smith 15*, S. Radmanic 11, A. Pearce 1/7, M. Peck 1/19) v Healesville 10/74 (B. Horner 19, J. Betts 16*, H. Lamont 3/15, M. Oakley 3/19); Yarra Glen 10/64 (L.Crawford 15, J.Moors 12, A.Kay 2/4, M.Proctor 2/17, L.Kay 3/20) v Seville 4/103 (G. Foster 44, A. DiPietro 20); Warburton Millgrove v Powelltown 2/156 (J. Long 65, C. Falkingham 45*); Mt Evelyn 10/159 (D. Westaway 44 L. Paterson 36 H. Bansagi 4/29 R. Boxell 3/25) v Yarra Junction D GRADE Wandin 9/318 (W. Clancy 66, C. Foden 52, B. Sinnott 47, C. Pendry 3/57) v Hoddles Creek; Yarra Junction 1/34 (M. Richards 21, S. Fawdry 1/10) v Healesville 10/171 (Z. Fawdry 43, J. North 23, T. Piston 4/38, M. Richards 3/50); Seville 10/189 (J. Mullins 47*, C. Tanner 17, M. Wynd 19, A. Whelan 4/39, L. Mitchell 3/40) v Coldstream; Launching Place 10/75 (C. Williams 3/4) v Mt Evelyn 2/115 (R. Dipietrantonio 59*, M. Oultram 49*, C. Parker 2/20) ONE DAY GRADE Seville 10/65 (E. VanBeek 11, P. Sanders 3/2, D. Dunn 3/12, G. Sanders 2/10) def by Woori Yallock 0/69 (M. McPhee 39*, N. Dunn 24*); Coldstream 4/178 (S. Pegg 43*, P. Pezzimenti 40*, M. Bluett 2/14) d Gruyere 9/147 (D. Hopkinson 53*, T. Noar 25, Jamie Hamilton 3/6, G. Robertson 2/3); Powelltown v Marysville (no scores); Healesville d Yarra Junction (forfeit) UNDER 16S Warburton-Millgrove 7/129 (D. Cerveri Nyko 20, H. Keeling 2/8, B. Eacott 2/29) def by Healesville 3/181 (L. Sinnott 51*, M. Sinnott 43*, Z. Fawdry 43); Coldstream 3/135 (D. Vaux 44*, A. Steele 31*, M. Pezzimenti 25*) d Launching Place 2/97 (M. Bradley 39*, J. Birnie 34); Mt Evelyn 4/111 (C. Mole 52* J. Coutts 41, R. Forster 1/13) d Seville 8/102 (L. Kay 23, P. Heaphy 2/12, B. Jones 1/9); Yarra Junction v bye UNDER 14S Warburton-Millgrove 8/124 (R. Gribbrock 35*, J. Geary 26, B. Humphrey 25, S. Gebert 3/11, D. Ebbels 2/20) d Healesville 4/118 (C. Frazzetto 41*, S. Gebert 28, D. Ebbels 23*, T. Nicholandos 3/25); Coldstream 4/26 def by Yarra Glen 3/76 (A. Thompson 41*, R. Mullins 21); Mt Evelyn/Launching Place v Hoddles Creek (no scores); Yarra Junction-Gruyere v bye UNDER 12S Healesville White 5/173 (C. Nyko 57*, E. Nickovick 25*, J. Johnson 24*, AJ Druitt 22*, B. Furlow 2/13) d Hoddles Creek 8/80 (B. Thurlow 19, M. Blunt 13, E. Prentice 4/8); Warburton-Millgrove 4/95 (H. Semple 13, K. Wunhym 11*, L. Warner 1/4) def by Healesville Red 5/178 (C. Anderson 61*, R. Lever 29*, R. Staggard 2/23); Yarra Glen 8/74 (J. Hamilton 17*, Jo. Barry 3/7) def by Seville 8/114 (H. Smith 47*, J. Hamilton 2/7, L. Shambrook 2/4, C. Kanally 1/9); Yarra Junction 7/154 (N. Berry 45, R. Lambie 19, Kynan 2/4) def by Woori Yallock 1/169 (B. Spencer 38, K. French 25, C. Lete 18, N. Vassallo 1/13); Mt Evelyn 6/55 (N. Darvell 14*, A. Powell 6*, C. Doyle 4*, L. Parker 2/4, D. Carvill 1/0, A. Kuth 1/4) def by Launching Place 3/108 (L. Parker 18*, E. Bradley 12*, D. Carvill 10*, N. Darvell 1/22, C. Giblin 1/23); Marysville v bye UNDER 10S Healesville 7/126 (D. English 30*, M. North 14, Tom 2/13) def by Warburton Burras 6/136 (Zane 24*, Malachi 17, Brock 13, L. Frazzetto 2/10); Yarra Glen 3/120 (Mason 20, C. Kannally 19, Amber 1/7, Aiden 1/19) d Warburton-Millgrove Black 2/45 (Aiden 4, Sasha 3, Charlie 1/3, S. Holland 1/2); Hoddles Creek 8/70 (Max 13, Riley 6, Hunter 4/5, Archie 3/5) def by Woori Yallock 4/113 (Matty 14, Brock 12, Will 3/9, Kael 3/9); Wandin Blue 5/148 (Thomas 20, Dicko 15, Ash 2/25, Riley 1/10) d Yarra Junction-Launching Place 8/112 (Jack M 2/9, Zach 1/8, Ash 12, Riley 12); Wandin White 5/150 d Warburton White 5/136 (Jai 28, Brody 17, Reece 12, Jake, Reece, Jai one wicket, Mitchell two wickets); Healesville 7/126 (Malachy 1/5, Zane 1/9, Brock 1/11) def by Warburton Black 6/136 (Zane 24, Malachy 17, Brock 13); Warburton Blue 7/101 (Sumba 22, Nate 16, Jackson 2/0, Jenson 2/5) def by Seville 7/145 (Jasper 32, Jenson 23, Sumba 2/19, Bob 2/10)

Stars soared All Monbulk junior teams (six from six) enjoyed victories, while the Melbourne Stars Junior Clinic (picture), the Ladies Day and Shuffle Night saw another very busy and successful week at the Monbulk Cricket Club.

JUNIOR SCORES U16s - Monbulk 10/158 (T. Taylor 50, S. Farmer 24) d UpweyTecoma 10/103 (J. Spencer 3/15, J. Wensley 2/6. U14s - Monbulk 5/205 (J. Bolton 50*, J. Langrish 22*) d Johnson Park 8/181 (J. Langrish 2/18). U13s - Monbulk 7/207 (J. Davis 41, C. McLean 23, A. McDonald 20, I. Hylton Stewart 20) d Lysterfield 4/99. U12s - Monbulk 4/166 (L. McDonald 28*) d St John's-Tecoma 8/129 (L. McIntosh 2/13). Fast 9s - Monbulk 6/93 (R. Kay 23*) d The Basin 4/79 (R. Kay 2/5).

Super 7s - Monbulk 4/128 (Bailey 16, Lucas 14) d UFTG 106 (Mitchell 5/12).

Seniors (after week 1). 1st XI - Monbulk v Rowville 10/180 (M. Neal 4/71). 2nd XI - Monbulk 1/28 v Rowville 10/184 (K. Storey 4/58, T. Badgery 4/45). 3rd XI - Monbulk 2/107 (M. Winzenreid 54) v Knox Gardens 1/55 off 20 overs. 4th XI - bye

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On Saturday Monbulk Bowling Club's No.1 team, which are fifth on the ladder, played Berwick, which were fourth, at Monbulk's home green.

Monbulk needed to win this game to stay in the race for a finals berth.

Berwick started well and gained a handy break and at afternoon tea led by six shots.

After the break Berwick increased this lead to more than 10 shots.

Monbulk then lifted their game and with some excellent bowling were able to take the points by six shots 75 to 69.

Richard Cookson's rink won by 8 shots, 25 to 17.

Andrew Bell's continued its excellent form winning 20 to 14. Brian Smith and Eric Markham both went down by 4 shots, 15 to 19.

Monbulk 2 who are on top of the ladder were away to the second ranked Blackburn side.

They found the going tough and went down by 13 shots, 52 to 65. Eric Furby had a draw on his rink 17 shots each.

Lorraine McLaren just lost by 1 shot and Peter Francis's rink went down by 12 shots.

Monbulk 3 played Blackburn at home and came away with a resounding win by 50 shots, 82 to 32.

Dick Coppin's rink won by 20 shots, 29 to 9.

Doug Elliot's rink won by 18 shots and Allan Brooke's rink won by 12 shots.

Tuesday pennant saw Monbulk 1 who are third on the ladder take on the top of the table Ringwood at MBC. It was a tight contest with Monbulk eventually getting the points by 3 shots, 55 to 52.

Andrew Bells rink won by 7 shots, 19 to 12.

Peter Koomen's rink lost by 2 shots 19 to 21 and Eric Markham's rink also went down by 2 shots 17 to 19.

Monbulk 2 travelled to Eastwood Golf and came away with the points winning 63 to 59, by 4 shots.

By Jamie Strudley Remember the date, 10 February 2018. The day a James Laven-led Yarra Ranges Athletics Men's Under 18s team defeated the best teams from throughout Victoria.

Yarra Ranges Athletics had three teams qualified for the Athletics Victoria Shield Final at Lakeside Stadium.

The Open Men and Open women teams were back again to try to improve on last year's third and fourth placings, while the Men's Under 18s team had qualified for the first time.

The team morale, support and desire to go above and beyond what would normally be achievable were evident from the first event of the day.

Ten hours of fun, intense competition later our Under 18s team were presented with the AV Shield.

Congratulations go to the entire team: James Laven, Harry Norman, Cameron Brown, Zane Wheeler, Patrick Keating, Tayleb Willis, Oliver Duncan, Camden Hewitson, Brayden Woolridge, Liam Russell, Harrison Van Duuren and Hayden Rooke.

The Open Men's team led the competition heading into the final 45 minutes of competition but were pipped at post, outscored by Wyndham athletics and Mentone Athletics in the final few events.

Congratulations to Michael Clarke, Bryan Ackerly, Craig Hewitson, Jamie Strudley, Andrew Searles, Dale Bullen, Emerson field, James Anderson, Lucas Taylor, Mitch Mullens and Seamus Dwyer.

The Open Women's team suffered from some last-minute withdrawals but buoyed by the club comradery and support performed well above expectations with all athletes recording season and / or lifetime PBs. With only a few points separating first from third we are extremely proud of the efforts of

Champions: Left to right Tayleb Willis, Oliver Duncan, Cameron brown, Harry Norman, Brayden Woolridge, Pat Keating, James Laven, Harrison Van Duuren, Liam Russell, Camden Hewitson.

177588 Pictures: ERIKA BEDYN the Open Women team.

Congratulations to Michaela Duncan, Amy Veeneendaal, Olivia Twining, Steph Bollaart, Erika Bedyn, Kathi Hewitson and Laura DiGregorio.

Thanks also go to our club helpers Catherine Wheeler, Kate Van Duuren, Liam Russell, Erika Bedyn, Kieran Keating, Laura DiGregorio and Malcolm Duncan. Your help and support certainly helped keep us all on track throughout the day.

Meanwhile, the Little Athletics athletes prepared for Region Championships next week-

end by competing in the 'PB Day'.

An opportunity to select four events and try to record a PB. The number of names on the PB Board and times the Bell was rung suggest there were quite a few PBs. Next week is a modified Friday Twilight program, starting at 6pm.

Good luck to all athletes competing at EMR Region track & Field Championships.

The seniors get a well-earned weekend off to prepare for the Vic Junior Championships on the following weekend.

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19. By the way, is an eraser of marks (6). 21. A broken goblet, its stem off, in the classroom (5).

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"The all-new Jeep Compass enters Australia at an incredibly pivotal time for the brand and provides us with a great opportunity in a segment that we have been vacant from for some time," said Guillaume Drelon, Head of Jeep brand at FCA Australia.

"The compact-SUV segment in Australia accounts for approximately twenty percent of the SUV market which offers an opportunity for improved market share," he added.

"In terms of refinement and the product's offerings, Compass raises the bar in the compact-SUV segment with new levels of style, advanced technology, safety features, and most importantly, capability - it's a versatile vehicle that will relish in Australian conditions and as such we are confident that it will be well received by the market.

"We're proud to have positioned the Compass competitively, offering a diverse range with something for everyone - be it the urban consumer wanting a stylish SUV without the prestige price tag, or the more adventurous minded buyer who wants to take the road less travelled with confidence," Mr Drelon said.

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Check keys, check kids RACV Manager, Road User Behaviour, Melinda Spiteri, urges parents not to give keys to children to play with, and to keep keys secure on a lanyard while on all car trips over summer.

Through the Check Keys - Check Kids campaign, RACV is offering free car-key lanyards, available at all RACV shops. "After a long day at the beach, or a backyard barbeque with family and friends, any parent can become easily distracted. The RACV car-key lanyards give drivers a convenient solution for easy key storage, and give parents one less thing to worry about while they enjoy the summer," Ms Spiteri advised.

Research has shown that younger children are more sensitive to heat than older children and adults, as their body temperatures rise five times faster than an older child's.

This means they are at high risk of dehydration and heatstroke when trapped in a hot car.

"Knowing the dangers vehicle lock-ins pose to young children, RACV treats call-outs of this nature as urgent. However, drivers should be

Don't forget about your most precious item. aware that the few minutes it can take for a patrol to reach the scene can make all the difference in extreme temperatures," Ms Spiteri said.

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The busy holiday season can mean that momentary distractions by parents and carers could lead to deadly consequences.

Melbourne has experienced the hottest spring on record, with the first ever seven-day streak of temperatures higher than 28 degrees in November since official records began in 1862.

RACV tests have shown that on a day when the outside temperature is 30 degrees, it takes only minutes for the temperature inside a vehicle to exceed 70 degrees.

So far in 2017, there has been an alarmingly high 1,150 call outs by RACV patrols to rescue young children locked in vehicles; this translates to an average of four incidents per day.

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