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By Casey Neill Greater Dandenong's top cop has welcomed news that 46 new police officers are heading his way.

On Monday 5 March, Victoria Police announced where 825 additional officers would be deployed across Victoria over the 12 months from May. There are 32 headed to the Dandenong division, including four for crime scene services, six for the CIU, 12 for highway patrol, four for the Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Unit (SOCIT) and six for the Cardinia police service area (PSA).

Dandenong will also receive 14 officers for family violence specialist roles.

"We've been looking forward and waiting with bated breath for the release of more resources," Insp Langhorn said.

"We've already had 50 come out in the first part of this year."

He said the newly-announced additional police would "see our strength increase across the division".

"The first lot went into general duties, front line, which was much-needed," he said.

"This release is for specialist areas.

"They'll be supporting detectives to enhance our response to criminal investigation."

He said they'd also work on family violence prevention and response.

"We're looking forward to those resources arriving and I'm sure the communities across Casey, Cardinia and Greater Dandenong will benefit from them," he said.

Insp Langhorn said the boost was on the back of crime statistics showing a downward trend in crime in the Greater Dandenong PSA. "These resources will really help solidify that direction we're going," he said.

"We're making the community safer."

These are the first of 2729 new officers the State Government announced in December 2016.

They're in training at the academy and will be progressively rolled out to stations and specialist areas from May.

Festival-goers spread smiles and colour across Keysborough's Tatterson Park to mark Holi. See page 27 for more coverage. 177801 Pictures: ROB CAREW It is the second time Victoria Police has used its staff allocation model (SAM), which was developed in 2016 to ensure that addition-

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Not-so-social media sales Police charged a Springvale man over a social media sale that turned violent.

The Greater Dandenong CIU issued a warning about buying and selling online through social media following several robberies and attacks in recent months.

In this instance, officers said the 26-yearold Springvale man advertised an iPhone on Gumtree and organised to meet his prospective buyer at a reserve in Wisteria Place, Springvale South.

They met on the morning of Thursday 1 March and agreed on a $1200 sale price.

Police said the buyer handed over $550, inspected the phone to find it was not as advertised, handed it back and asked the seller to return his money.

The seller then allegedly produced a metal pole and assaulted the buyer before leaving with the phone and cash.

Police found the Springvale man a short time later and charged him with assault with a weapon, obtaining property by deception, intentionally causing injury, possessing a controlled weapon, theft and committing offences while on bail.

Officers urged social media shoppers and sellers to check any feedback against the seller or buyer, organise to meet in a public place covered by CCTV, and take someone with them.

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Celebrating women Wellsprings for Women hosted an Afghan experience to mark International Women's Day. The Wednesday 7 March event at the Dandenong support service aimed to foster intercultural understanding and connections between women.

Attendees shared what they enjoyed most about their cultural heritage and traditions.

"The event involved women of many different cultural backgrounds who worked together on creating an Afghan experience through cooking Afghani food, researching Afghan culture and customs, preparing a presentation to be delivered on the day and wearing traditional Afghan clothes to showcase on the day," Wellsprings for Women CEO Dalal Smiley said.

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Broken nose for older lady

Trish Keilty from Avocare shared her story of migration as the guest speaker.

"We are grateful to funding from the Victorian Multicultural Commission and the Scanlon Foundation which enabled us to organize the event and make it a real celebration of women's tenacity, resilience and sense of solidarity," Ms Smiley said.

By Casey Neill "A thug punched a 70-year-old woman in the face and broke her nose in an unprovoked attack in central Dandenong.

Greater Dandenong CIU Detective Senior Constable Tony Lavars said the assault occurred about 1.30pm on Sunday 4 March.

The victim was walking walking along Clow Street, near Stuart Street, when a woman of African appearance aged in her late teens to early twenties approached.

Det Sen Const Lavars said she punched the victim in the face without provocation or explanation.

She said she made no demands and didn't steal anything.

The attacker then left the scene on foot, travelling along Clow Street towards Princes Highway.

A passerby stopped to render assistance and took the victim to hospital.

Det Sen Const Lavars urged any witnesses to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Park longer for less, says Dandy Council

By Casey Neill Motorists can park longer for less in central Dandenong, according to Greater Dandenong Council.

Mayor Youhorn Chea said the council listened to community feedback through a parking review and provided shoppers and visitors with options to park for longer and at a more affordable price.

"Dandenong is a vibrant urban centre and as a result parking is in high demand," Cr Chea said.

"Council regularly undertakes parking reviews in the city to ensure we are meeting the needs of visitors, residents, workers and traders."

In the 'triangle car park' in Clow Street, opposite Dandenong Market, parking was capped at two hours and cost $1.50 an hour.

The time limit is now three hours and the cost is $1 per hour.

In the Princes Highway service road between Clow and Robinson streets, the time limit has been increased from two hours to four hours, and the fee has dropped from $1.80 per hour to 50 cents per hour.

Last year, the Journal reported that CatholicCare Family Services submitted a letter signed by 41 people to the council.

The letter said the support service had limited on-site parking, and most workers and clients were forced to park hundreds of metres

away.

At the time, engineering services director Julie Reid suggested the time limit increase that has now come into effect and said the spaces were underutilised.

Cr Chea said there were changes across the CBD in direct response to user feedback and to encourage parking at underutilised areas.

"We recognise that people are visiting central Dandenong for different reasons," he said.

"The viability of our traders and their ongoing success is very important and as a result parking needs to be flexible in cost and timing."

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For all our technology, for all our working smarter not harder, in the past few years it just seems to be getting tougher and tougher for most households to make ends meet.

This is particularly true of government and governance fees - vehicle registration springs to mind - which are sometimes ridiculous imposts out of touch with reality, and made on no competitive basis whatsoever.

So good on Greater Dandenong Council for being prepared to be one level of government that will fight back against the creeping costs.

In a visionary move, the “down down“ council has lowered parking fees ... while increasing time limits.

That’s an equation every struggling ratepayer can relate to and support.

Great things can happen when our elected representatives listen to the clearly expressed will of the people who put them there - and this is just one example.

It’s easy to see the benefits - council still gets some revenue, there are still limits, parking still turns over, transgressors are still fined - but just a little pressure is eased on households.

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The wedding ring, worth about $2000, was made of half diamonds to match the engagement ring, she said.

Heidi said her husband spent a month designing her $6000 engagement ring: “It was beautiful. He put a lot of effort into making that ring,” she added.

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But little did she realise that she had given away two of her most sentimental rings - an engagement ring and a wedding ring in the pile.

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Adam, who asked not to reveal his surname, took some his wife’s clothing to a Vinnies store in Oakleigh about two weeks ago after she cleaned out her closet.

But Heidi had completely forgotten that a black leather jacket she donated had the two rings in a pocket.

She had put them there as a safe place so her 19-month old son, Tommy could not get to her jewellery drawer.

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LOOKING BACK

Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society

100 years ago 14 March 1918 The Horse The antics of the Uist pony at the seat of war in Gallipoli are a source of delight to a Tobermory lady who owned the animal before it was commandeered.

She knew Polly to be acute enough for she watched her as she robbed a certain hen roost of newly-laid eggs.

The pony stalked likely hens while pretending to be busy gathering her usual food close by.

At the Dardanelles, to the intense amusement of a certain section of the transport service, Polly lies down when she hears the scream of a shell coming in her direction, stretches out her forelegs, puts her head to the earth and shuts her eyes.

She is apparently dead, but she leans to one

side, making a hiding place for her rider till the danger has passed.

50 years ago 12 March 1968 Live wires Copper wire thieves risked electrocution in their latest raid on power lines in Dandenong.

The State Electricity Commission reported to Dandenong CIB that, using a ladder and bolt cutters, the thieves cut 880 yards of sevenstrand copper wire from poles in Frankston Road, Dandenong.

And the commission added that the wires were "live" at the time.

It is not the first time that audacious copper wire bandits have attacked live wires in the district.

In some cases it was found that they had improved their technique buy using insulated cutting tools.

20 years ago 9 March 1998 Raising the roof Eumemmerring is one of 44 schools across the state to take part in the Raise the Roof campaign for the first time as part of the annual Red Cross Calling appeal.

Raise the Roof is the school collection component to help the Australian Red Cross meet the state target of $1.5 million.

Red Cross funds the various free services available to people in crises.

5 years ago 11 March 2013 Caring for the invisible people Hidden away in Shawlands Caravan Park are some of Dandenong's most needy residents.

Set back from South Gippsland Highway, the low profile site was apparently once one of

the most beautiful caravan parks around, says manager Elizabeth Miller.

After years of neglect the park was taken over by Ms Miller when it was a ramshackle village shrouded in rampant vegetation.

It was a place "where caravans came to die" she said.

"Drug addict" tenants had been ruining the show and it was out of control.

But the no-nonsense manager pulled the wasted egos into line.

To its still motley band of 200 tenants, this is home and Ms Miller is like their mother.

Monica Austrams, a member of Dandenong Christian Reformed Church, is in awe of Ms Miller.

"She's extremely selfless," she said.

It's sobering to think there's 20 on the waiting list for these most humble of homes.

"We'd turn away 50 a week who you just can't house," Ms Miller said.

Church of the unfinished The late Jack Johnson was the author of When The Clock Strikes, a fascinating account of growing up in Dandenong, his years tending to the city's pipes and drains as a plumber and bringing up a family with wife Frances in their beloved home in Macpherson Street.

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St Mary's Catholic Church complex stood on the Foster Street end of the block of land known as Church Hill in Langhorne Street.

Opened in 1866, the church was the first building on this land.

It stood parallel to Foster Street, was built of stone and looked like half a church waiting to be finished.

The second Catholic Church was built on the same site and opened in 1892.

This was the church of our early childhood and the church where our sister, Jinnie, as well as Frances and I, would be married.

The Kid married in the present church, which

JACK JOHNSON was built on the site of the tennis court and opened in 1959.

Nipper would be married at St John the Baptist at Ferntree Gully as his wife, Carmel, lived on acres at the end of George Street in Scoresby.

At that time there were only about three houses in the George Street area and not many more in the whole of Scoresby.

I remember going to a dance with Nipper when he first knew Carmel.

It was in the old hall on Ferntree Gully Road

and completely surrounded by paddocks.

In those days, in the Catholic church I think we had to marry in the parish of the bride.

St Mary's of Dandenong must have been one of the most impressive Catholic Church complexes of that time.

Our church was bigger and more imposing than the first one had been.

The complex included the elegant old presbytery of 1885, the handmade brick stables and loft, the renewed tennis courts and new pavilion, built in 1934, and the man's quarters all set in exquisite surrounds.

The gothic church, complete with supporting buttresses, was built of handmade bricks on massive granite block foundations.

The fancy patterned imported slate roof was contrasted against terracotta capping.

It had shaped and rendered parapet type gables.

Topping the peak of each gable were stone or masonry crosses.

I remember as kids we were intrigued by the tall lighting rod conductor which came down from the high front gable of the church.

To emphasize the main entrance of the church onto Langhorne Street, there was an arched and recessed gateway set into a picket fence.

From the gate a pathway, bordered on either side by rows of standard roses, led up and around a circular garden bed to the front doors of the church.

Within the circular garden was a small golden cypress surrounded by flowers.

Several decades later when Frances and I were married that tree was huge, and in the morning sunlight of late November I remember its dew drops had transformed it into a jewelled Christmas tree standing at the base of the bluestone steps of St Mary's: a magical sight.

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Stalk charge bail rejected

By Cam Lucadou-Wells An "obsessive" Noble Park North man accused of blocking his ex-partner in traffic and trying to drag her out of her car during a two-week spree of family violence has been refused bail.

The 27-year-old appeared at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on 5 March on charges of stalking, harassing by phone, reckless conduct, driving dangerously, assault, criminal damage and threatening to assault police.

He was accused by informant Acting Sergeant Trent Cowan of becoming more aggressive, unpredictable and dangerous to the woman and the community at large.

"His obsessive nature is extremely concerning."

A police remand summary described two incidents in which he followed her in his car around Noble Park in January and February.

On the last occasion on 12 February, he allegedly sped up and tailgated her vehicle.

He then overtook and cut her off in traffic by parking diagonally across the road, Act Sgt Cowan said.

The man allegedly tried to drag her out of the blocked-in car several times in front of staff at a Noble Park real estate.

When police attended the man's home the next day, the man allegedly refused to open the door.

Holding an open pair of scissors, he allegedly threatened to stab a police officer. He told police he wanted them to shoot him, Act Sgt Cowan said.

He told police he had a firearm, that he

"didn't give a f***" and wouldn't hesitate to use it, the court heard.

During a mental health assessment at Dandenong Hospital, he was restrained in a bed to prevent his escape, Act Sgt Cowan said.

Police submitted to the court that the man had allegedly assaulted the same partner in August and been the subject of a full intervention order protecting her.

In arguing for bail, a defence lawyer said the man had no priors for breaching family violence intervention orders or failing to answer bail.

The man's mother offered him a stable home, and he could be supported by CISP bail pending assessment, the lawyer said.

He spent 21 days in custody, and he agreed to submit to a full intervention order to protect the ex-partner, the court heard.

Magistrate Jack Vandersteen said the man had become "completely fixated on (his expartner) and her whereabouts."

The man had also sent high numbers of text messages, seeking to control her movements and who she was associating with, Mr Vandersteen noted.

The risk of re-offending and interfering with witnesses couldn't be reduced to an acceptable level, he said.

"I would say (the allegations) are extremely troubling."

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Toby the dog and The Footcare Clinic staff, back, Megan, Pat, Kim, front, Alicia and Penny prepare Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS for the big event. 178374 Foot Care Clinic.

The Sunday 18 March event will mark 20 years since she started the podiatry service, and will aid Keysborough shelter Australian Animal Protection Society.

"On the day we've got two podiatrists, an osteopath and an audiologist," she said.

"Patients can book in for a session with each of them.

"The consultation fees are 100 per cent going to charity.

"We've got raffle tickets with prizes.

"We're going to dress up and make it a party feel that day.

"It's a good way for us to show that we appreciate the community we're in and to give back to that community."

Ms Harwood initially wanted to be a dentist "because I had in my head that you earn lots of money and you'll be called a doctor".

But she wanted to be able to chat to her patients, and then a teacher returning from a podiatry visit opened her eyes to the career in Year 12.

Ms Harwood and her husband moved into the home that now houses the clinic when they married.

She started her podiatry business down the road but outgrew the space so set up in the back of the house while continuing to live in the front.

Eventually the clinic took over.

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By Casey Neill Dandenong's Walker Street will soon have a fresh new look.

Greater Dandenong Councillors awarded the construction contract for stage one of a streetscape upgrade at the Monday 26 February council meeting.

Blue Peak Holdings is to complete the $951,935 project, which will include a full width granite paved surface similar to Lonsdale Street.

The upgrade will also include new street furniture, street lights, street trees, planted garden beds and utility pit lids to match the style used in Lonsdale Street and throughout the central Dandenong activity centre.

Cr Matthew Kirwan said he and former councillor John Kelly put up budget bids for the works a few years ago.

"So it is great we are going ahead with the construction of stage one," he said.

"Walker Street is now a significant spine around which much of the Revitalising Central Dandenong project is based so this will make a big difference to the experience of pedestrians using this street and to the retail businesses fronting it."

Cr Kirwan said stage one was between Dandenong Plaza and Langhorne Street, with stage two to follow between Langhorne and Lonsdale streets.

The council initially awarded the contract to Canteri Brothers in January, but Cr Kirwan said the company was unable to take on the work.

He said this was a setback "but Blue Peak has scored highly and will be engaging a specialist paving sub-contractor to achieve the high quality finish we require".

The upgrade aims to strengthen the visual and physical connection between Lonsdale Street and the Dandenong Plaza Shopping Centre.

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Ngan 'Kim' Harwood started running 13 years ago to fit exercise around caring for her newborn.

Next month the mother of three will run the Boston and London marathons to earn the Six Star Finishers Medal.

"I remember the first time I ran from our house to the end of the road and back again without stopping," she said.

"It was a major achievement.

"Running will never come easy to anybody.

"You feel like you're going to die.

"You feel like that lamp post is never going to get there soon enough."

Ms Harwood ran her first half-marathon two years later and has since completed 13 official marathons, including the other four that make up the Six Star - Berlin, Tokyo, Chicago and New York.

"In Australia, only about 50 people have done it. Out of that, females are less than 15," she said.

"It'd be good to be added to that list."

The 43-year-old will head to Boston in midApril and will back it up in London six days later.

"To say it's not difficult is a lie, but I think my body has gotten used to a lot of running over the years," she said.

"Last year I did a back-to-back in six days.

"People usually have a month or two break, at least."

As soon as she's crossed the finish line in London she'll head to Portugal for five days of recovery - and more running.

"When I'm in a new town, the best way to see it is on foot," she said.

"I get out early in the morning when all the tourists aren't awake, and the streets are bare.

"I get to see it the way the locals do."

Her participation in the Boston Marathon will support Action for Hearing Loss, as will a fund-raiser at her Keysborough business The

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Running for change

By Casey Neill "I never thought that running could be my vehicle for social change."

But Samantha Gash turned competing in endurance events into a way to support education in vulnerable communities around the world.

"Running is now the least important part of what I do," she said.

The 33-year-old from Kalorama spoke at the SEBN and Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce International Women's Day celebration at Highways in Springvale on Friday 9 March.

SEBN manager Sandra George said the Life

Beyond Your Comfort Zone event was "very much about inspiration and empowerment".

Ms Gash, who grew up in Narre Warren North, is a lawyer by trade who's spent the past six years an enduro athlete.

She's a far cry from her 12-year-old self, who dreaded the school yard pick for sports teams as she invariably ended up in the final two.

"I didn't realise what an impact that had on my life," she said.

"Often I didn't like to try things when I didn't know what the outcome was."

Ms Gash became anxious about "the unknown zone" but found a quote that launched

her into action: "If you want something you've never had, you've got to do something you've never done."

She thought about what daunted her most, and landed on those childhood memories of struggling on the sports field.

Ms Gash decided she'd run a marathon.

She'd never even taken on a fun run, but figured that what she lacked in physical experience she'd make up for in diligence and subscribed to an 18-week training program.

Finishing her first marathon was a rush.

She followed it up by Googling new challenges, found the world's toughest endurance race and signed up for the 250km journey.

Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce''s Tiffany Murray, SEBN manager Sandra George, guest speaker Samantha Gash and the chamber''s Amanda Checken.

She was still recovering from a badly twisted ankle when she crossed the start line but walked while others ran, determined just to keep one foot in front of the other.

She overtook others who peaked too early and finished first in her age group.

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What’s my age again “How old are you?” wasn’t an easy question for Keysborough podiatrist Ngan ‘Kim’ Harwood to answer.

She explained that she escaped Vietnam by boat with her widowed mum and orphaned cousin in 1981.

They spent two days at sea and two years in a Malaysian refugee camp.

There her mum was advised to lie about her daughter’s age to better her chances of finding a permanent new home sooner.

Ms Harwood was seven years old. Her mum cut that by four years.

So now Ms Harwood is aged 39 on paper, but is really 43.

Accelerated & Enhanced Learning Program Year 7 2019

Horse-riding helpers Doveton’s Riding for the Disabled (RDA) group needs extra volunteers on Fridays.

Candidates need a can-do attitude and a reliable personality for the Myuna Farm sessions, plus a Working With Children Check.

Horse knowledge is a bonus but not necessary.

Call Rick Beeby on 0425 777 449 or email rdadoveton@gmail.com to help out.

International interest A Dandenong Star Journal column piqued interest on the other side of the world.

The What’s in a Name segment back in May 2015 looked at the Wedge family.

Editors of the parish council magazine in the village of Forton, Lancashire, England, got in touch last week after reading the piece.

“We are particularly interested in their connection with Forton, Tasmania,” Rhona and David Sharp said.

“We know our readers would also be very interested as they were in a piece we did about other Fortons, which included Forton, Shropshire, which has a Wedge family connection.”

They will share the Journal’s piece with their readers.

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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN Application forms are available from the Dandenong High School website or from the school’s front office.

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A burglary victim tracked down his stolen backpack and led police to the alleged thief inside a roof.

Greater Dandenong CIU Detective Senior Constable Tony Lavars said the victim called triple-zero about 10.45am on Saturday 24 February.

The 20-year-old told the operator he’d spotted a man carrying a backpack stolen from him during a burglary the previous day.

The victim approached the man, who uttered an expletive and ran.

Det Sen Const Lavars said the victim gave chase and allegedly watched the man enter a house on Outlook Drive, Dandenong North.

Police attended the scene, found a 42-yearold man hiding in the roof, arrested him and recovered the backpack.

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CENTRAL COURT LOCATION NESTLED in a quiet court location yet within a short walk to St John's College, Dandenong Plaza, the market and many other central amenities is this north-east facing three bedroom home, ideal for the retiree or first home buyer on a budget.

It offers an L-shaped lounge/dining off the modern kitchen with gas cooking and plenty of cupboard space. The bedrooms are serviced by an ensuite effect full family bathroom and a separate toilet.

The spacious laundry offers access to the tranquil backyard with shady green trees and a garden shed.

Freshly painted plus new flooring to lounge and dining rooms. Other features include gas heating, gas hot water service, air-conditioning, aluminium windows, security doors and a single carport. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 12A The Glade, Dandenong, 3175 Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1 garage Auction: Saturday, 24 March, 11.00am Inspect: Wednesday 14 March, from 4-30pm-5pm, and Saturday 17 March, from 1.30pm-2pm Contact: John Ratnam, 0414 556 517, MCLENNAN REAL ESTATE PTY LTD, 9791 5922

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ITS CALLED THE “CARLISLE BELLMORE 43” DELUXE finishes and a stunning design combine to create an as-new living experience inside this magnificent twostorey residence. Flawlessly finished, this immaculate home is virtually brand new and offers contemporary luxury, inside and out.

Generous proportions, light-filled spaces and quality fixtures and fittings are the hallmarks of this home.

With four living rooms, four bedrooms plus study, two bathrooms and an outdoor living space there is room a plenty for the whole family. The gourmet kitchen dazzles with its stylish design, glass splashback, stone bench tops, quality stainless-steel appliances and large walk-in pantry. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 3 Ellsworth Drive, Keysborough, 3173 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1,150,000-$1,250,000 Auction: Twilight auction, Wednesday, 21 March, 7.30pm Inspect: By appointment Contact: Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157 and Nayani Raghu 0431 942 517, AREA SPECIALIST, 8586 6411 dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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KEYSBOROUGH 1 FuLHAM CRESCENT CREATE YOUR OWN MASTERPIECE The character of this solid brick endures and the appeal of its potential is equally evident – emphasized by an allotment of 561m2 (approx) in a hugely sought after location adjacent to Alan Corrigan Reserve.

• Three generously sized bedroooms • Kitchen w/ gas cooktop • Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Sizeable rear yard • Lengthy driveway w/ lock up gate • 561m2 (approx)

A3 B1 E1 C1 CLOSING DATE SALE (unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 20-March @ 6:00pm ESR $680,000-$735,000 VIEW Saturday 3:00-3:30 Thursday 6:00-6:30 Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

KEYSBOROUGH 24 WESLEY COuRT ENVIABLE HOME, PRESTIGE LOCATION A beautiful red brick charm standing tall in a tucked away low-traffic court location delivering a family residence of generous proportions perfect for growing families with flexibility and outstanding zoned living and entertaining areas.

• Soaring cathedral ceilings w/ open staircase • Formal living w/ ireplace • Tasmanian Oak kitchen w/ SS appliances & WIP • Master w/ dual WIR & double vanity ensuite • Undercover alfresco entertaining room • Balinese-style spa & open lawns • Evaporative cooling/Ducted heating • Triple lock up garage • 35sq/610m2 (approx)

A5 B3 E3 C3 D1 PRIVATE SALE $1,200,000-$1,320,000

By Appointment Photo ID Required CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW

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$630,000-$680,000 Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm Saturday 10:30-11:00am Photo ID required CONTACT Adem Duramanoglu 0417 555 689 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

this brick veneer beauty on the doorstep of Parkmore shopping centre oozes incredible style and opportunity.

• Spacious family living area • Generous kitchen w/ breakfast bar & separate dining • Master bedroom w/ WIR and full ensuite • Family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Spacious Front and Backyard • Secure Front Gate • Double lock up garage • 548m2 (approx)

PRIVATE SALE ESR $740,000 - $790,000 VIEW Wednesday 6:30-7:00PM Saturday 12:00-12:30PM Photo ID Required CONTACT Adem Duramanoglu 0417 555 689 Corey Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999

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A4 B2 E4 C2 D1 CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 27-MARCH @6:00PM Contact Agent Wednesday 6:00pm - 6:30pm Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am Photo ID Required CONTACT Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road, Springvale Tel: 03 8581 0999 ESR VIEW

HIGH RETURN, BIG PROFIT • Well designed and easy to maintain • Walking distance to Springvale Central • close to public transport • Walking distance to both primary and secondary school • Land 1119m2 (approx.)

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ALMOST AN ACRE IN LEAFY OLDE BERWICK SET in 3400 square metre grounds featuring magnificent specimen trees, this substantial family residence has undergone extensive refurbishment to create a contemporary living environment that is modern to the minute and entirely flexible in its configuration.

The home’s two levels include four bedrooms plus study, four bathrooms, a self-contained section with kitchen and living area and ground floor area that could adapt to teenage accommodation or a home-based business.

Fully air-conditioned and wonderfully light and airy, the home boasts an extensive, north-facing sun terrace, travertine paved pool terrace and covered alfresco entertainment deck.

Outside, a purposeful 17x6.5m garage/ workshop, pet-friendly yard areas, and inground trampoline amply service the needs of all in the family.

There’s scope for further subdivision of the property, subject to approvals, which would allow the creation of at least one further lot.

An easy stroll into the village and within walking distance of rail, private and public schools, it’s hard to picture a more desirable location. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 44 Langmore Lane, Berwick, 3806 Description: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 study, 4 garage Price: By negotiation Inspect: By appointment Contact: Peter Watson, 0418 105 402, FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS, BERWICK, 9707 6000

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ONE OUT OF THE BOX!

Such brilliant presentation is bound to cause a stir and unfortunately only one person can buy this highly sought after property.

Fully renovated kitchen and bathroom and large open plan living with polished floor boards to the ducted heating, cooling and two bedrooms with built in robes, this home beats them all. Located close to everything with plenty of off street parking and a large area of land out the back with a shed and timber decking with great views out to the North. First home, downsize or investment and don’t forget no stamp duty for qualified first home buyers! Make this your new home. OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS BUT ONCE!

auction: Saturday, 17th March, 2018 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPen: wed 3:30pm & 4:00pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:30pm

In a quiet court location yet within a short walk to St Johns College, Dandenong Plaza, Market and other amenities is this North-East facing three bedroom home, ideal for the retiree or first home buyer on a budget. Offers an L shaped lounge/dining off the modern kitchen with gas cooking and plenty of cupboard space. The bedrooms are serviced by an ensuite effect full family bathroom and a separate toilet. The spacious laundry offers access to the tranquil backyard with shady trees and a garden shed. Features include gas heating& HWS, air conditioning, aluminium windows, security doors and a single carport. AFFORDABLE OPPORTUNITY!

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Dandenong

26 curtin creScent

RENOVATE OR DEVELOP (STCA)! *** PRICE RANGE: $530,000 to $560,000***

Just a few doors away from the Menzies Shopping precinct and bus stop is this three bedroom home.

Featuring floor boards, gas ducted heating, gas cooking, gas hot water service and a large garage. Many schools are also within easy walking distance. An ideal entry level property for those considering their first home or development project (STCA).

HOUSE ON A BUDGET!

auction: Saturday, 24th March, 2018 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPen: thurs 5:30pm to 6:00pm & Sat 11:00am to 11:30am

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IT’S ALL ABOUT LOCATION & POTENTIAL!

A corner site of approximately 580m2 set in one of the most Central and convenient locations in Dandenong. Less than 1km from the Hospital, Tafe College, Oasis Pool, State and Private Schools and Market/CBD. The solid three bedroom home PLUS self contained two bedroom bungalow is ideal for the extended family OR an excellent rental investment. Build your dream home OR multi dwelling development (STCA). A real gem! Your money is safe here!

LOTS OF OPTIONS!

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SUIT FIRST HOME BUYERS FANTASTIC three-bedroom character home, ideal for first home buyers or someone looking for a different style home, hex bay window, Colorbond roof and bullnose verandah plus brick feature wall and built-in fireplace and Coonara plus reverse-cycle split-system.

The master bedroom has a two-way access bathroom and walk-in wardrobe, we also have built-in wardrobes to the other

two bedrooms which are zoned at the rear of the home.

There is a timber kitchen with wall oven and hot plates, timber-look vinyl flooring and carpeted to the lounge and bedrooms.

Outdoors we have a double garage plus workshop area and another double carport/ pergola area and access to the block behind secure gates for your boat, trailer or caravan all on about 650 square metres. â—?

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Address: 22 Fishermans Drive, Blind Bight, 3980 Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 4 garage Price: $500,000-$529,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Frank Barrett, 0418 800 912, FINNING FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE, CRANBOURNE, 5996 1200

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Springvale 16/4A Colonsay Road

Brilliant start in prime location.

For auction.

Saturday 24 March at 12:30pm Charming one-bedroom residence, one bath and a single carport onsite is a perfect start for easy lifestyle.

• Bedroom w/ BIRs, stylist lounge and meal area • New floorboard, air-conditioning and freshly painted • Kitchen area with breakfast bar, gas stove cooking, and large natural light through windows • Separated toilet and shower room in laundry area • Rear yard and low maintenance front garden

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Dandenong North 17 Murray Road

Picture perfect in prized locale.

For auction.

Sunday 25 March at 1:30pm This much-loved 4-BR home is ready for a new family to embrace • Formal lounge & dining rooms • Large family room (bar & OFP) • Central kitchen, 2-baths • Heating/cooling, dbl garage Create your own treasured memories in this prized neighbourhood.

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Hughesdale 6/23 Willesden Road

For auction.

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For sale.

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Sunday 25 March at 11:30am Impeccably maintained & beautifully presented, this 4-BR home is located within the prized Rosewood Downs Estate. Close to shops & Rosswood Pre-school, and within easy reach of RDPS, family living doesn’t get much easier than this!

ShopN6 Parkmore SC 317 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough obrienrealestate.com.au Craig Voysey 0411 086 980 Bob Milkovic 0422 504 106

$470,000 - $510,000 2 bedroom apartment within secure complex, neutral interiors with a freeflowing, spacious aesthetic, combined kitchen, meals and dining area, contemporary timber floorboards throughout communal areas, modern bathroom.

Shop6 Parkmore SC Cheltenham Road, Keysborough obrienrealestate.com.au Leo Zuo 0425 816 168

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With one of us, you get all of us.

Craig Voysey 0411 086 980 Property Consultant craig.voysey@obrienrealestate.com.au For the past 33 years, Craig has either lived, worked or attended school in Keysborough, and its neighbouring suburbs. Prior to his decision to sell property, his expertise is drawn from servicing the real estate industry with managing a property styling company since 2012. Craig's knowledge with promotions, branding, social media marketing, along with having a strong background in retail, allows him to offer the ultimate value in his service. Craig is also a huge believer in community involvement, and prides himself on being approachable. In support of this, he sets a goal to make sure he meets at least 1 new person every day.

Peter Konidaris 0421 274 996 Licensed Estate Agent peter.konidaris@obrienrealestate.com.au As a fully Licensed Agent, he is an expert on the area's unique culture, infrastructure and the benefits of the lifestyle it offers. With a Bachelors Degree in Accounting and after plenty of hands-on work with tax-related property transactions, Peter decided to make the move into real estate, following in his father's footsteps who had a successful real estate career spanning more than 40 years. As one of the area's most experienced agents, Peter's understanding and analytical approach to selling homes has helped clients achieve record prices over the years. dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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A “SHOWSTOPPER“ FAMILY HOME

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Sunday 18 March at 12pm Flawless family living in the heart of the prized Somerfield Estate • 3-BR/2-bathroom home • Study & vast living/dining • Designer stone kitchen • Luxe finishes throughout

ShopN6 Parkmore SC 317 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough obrienrealestate.com.au Craig Voysey 0411 086 980 Leo Zuo 0425 816 168

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BEHIND a solid, classical exterior of this impeccable seven-bedroom, threebathroom home, bathed in a sea of stunning quality, is the epitome of ultraluxurious and exquisite Narre Warren North living. ’Bespoke’, ’indulgent’, and ’elegant’ are words that come to mind as you wander through the spacious living and sleeping zones of this split-level masterpiece. This is a true family oasis, with the luxury of four living zones, seven generous bedrooms including a palatial main bedroom that takes luxury to new levels with statement chandeliers, own retreat, walk-in wardrobe and luxurious ensuite.

A stunning kitchen all with quality appliances is undoubtedly the hub of the home which includes a butler’s pantry.

The piece de resistance is the home theatre, a tranquil and generous space to escape and enjoy big screen movie nights.

A large light laundry room, with separate outside access features full cabinetry.

Living and dining areas flow past six bifold doors which overlook directly to the solar-heated pool area and to a private sandstone paved outdoor area that

effuses tropical charm perfect for summer barbecues and endless evening drinks with family and friends.

Downstairs also features a fabulous guest/parent’s wing with two bedrooms and separate toilet and shower.

Located in an exclusive cul de sac amid other valuable properties where peace and quiet are enjoyed by all who live there, (including kangaroos and wallabies from the park). Only 35 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD and a short drive to a myriad of local facilities. This property truly offers the best of both town and country life. Then there’s the amazing range of opportunities provided by Lysterfield Lake and park. Running, bushwalking, mountain biking or perhaps a paddle on the lake, it’s all literally at your doorstep. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 16-19 Caithwill Court, Narre Warren North, 3804 Description: 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 study, 3 garage Inspect: Saturday, 1pm-1.30pm Contact: Mike Rosario, 0400 972 032, FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS, NARRE WARREN, 9705 4888

Springvale South 24/27-29 Golden Grove

Noble Park 40A Jasper Street

For auction.

9701 8611

For auction.

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Saturday 17 March at 3:30pm $370,000 - $407,000 • Sun filled covered entertaining terrace • Open plan living with sleek stone kitchen • Massive store room, floorboard, new carpet in bedrooms • Reverse cycle air conditioning • Sail covered parking and visitor parking

ShopN6 Parkmore SC 317 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough obrienrealestate.com.au Art Sudharm 0403 571 245

Saturday 17 March at 12:30pm $479,000 - $525,000 • Private and sunny living & dining area • Beautiful polished boards • Blackwood stone kitchen • Therapeutic shower, fully tiled bathroom • Wrap around courtyard garden & auto garage

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It hosted Greater Dandenong Council's Sustainability Festival on Sunday 4 March.

The day featured activities, games and workshops for all ages and was designed to give attendees simple ideas to reduce their environmental footprint sand save money.

There were displays, demonstrations and stalls. Experts helped people to learn how to do more with less.

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And colourful fun for all Tatterson Park hosted its 10th annual Holi festival on Sunday 4 March.

The Keysborough venue became a sea of colour as people of all ages and backgrounds came together for the Hindu event.

Festival-goers covered each other in brightly-coloured powder at the free Australian Indian Innovations Incorporated (AIII) fair.

The act is designed to equalise rich and poor, men and women and all ages.

Holi signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring in the northern hemisphere and a chance to repair ruptured relationships.

The day's activities also included children's rides, camel and pony rides, food and variety stalls, cultural dances, live music and more.

Crowds enjoy the colourful atmosphere. 177801 Pictures: ROB CAREW

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Shemika, Natasha, Ayesha, Mirra and Ben enjoy the day. 177801

LEVEL CROSSING REMOVAL WORKS MARCH / APRIL 2018 Upcoming road closures in Noble Park With three sets of boom gates now gone in Noble Park, track removal and road resurfacing works will take place in March and April, affecting the way you travel. The sooner we get this done, the sooner you’ll be on your way!

Road closures There will be extended road closures of up to 8 days at the train lines at: • Corrigan Road, Noble Park in late March • Heatherton Road, Noble Park in early-mid April • Chandler Road, Noble Park in mid-late April.

Pedestrian access may be impacted during this time. Please plan ahead and allow up to an extra 15 minutes in travel time.

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Holden rollin’

By Casey Neill The Dandenong All Holden Car Show is returning for its 10th year.

The Rotary Club of Endeavour Hills event will run from 10am on Sunday 18 March at the Dandenong Showgrounds in Bennet Street.

All funds raised will support the Rotarians with local and international projects.

Event chairman John Ternel took on the role last year and introduced more family-friendly activities, more awards and more food stalls.

More than 400 Holdens rolled into last year's show.

Experts provided advice and demonstrations, and judges presented about 100 trophies.

"It was great to see people getting the bug for car shows," Mr Ternel said.

"Stand out - that's how you win trophies.

"You're not copying someone.

"You're being an individual, you're different."

Call Mr Ternel on 0412 539 538 during business hours to find out more about the show or supporting Rotary.

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John Ternel with his car collection. 178206

WHAT’S ON Oak Avenue, Doveton. Tuesdays, 10am to noon. Call 9791 1449 for more information.

Fun for retirees The Waverley Gardens Combined Probus Club is seeking new members from the Dandenong North, Noble Park and Springvale North areas.

Members meet for coffee and a guest speaker from 9.45am to noon on the last Tuesday of the month, and for other activities.

Vegas Club, Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, corner Jacksons and Police roads, Mulgrave. Call 9560 6046 or 9801 4049 for more information.

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Crafty kids Kids can create and decorate a bird house at this free craft activity.

Level three (near Degani) at Dandenong Plaza Shopping Centre, McCrae Street, Dandenong. Thursday 15 March, 10am to 1pm.

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Sensitive Easter Bunny There'll be two 20-minute Sensitive Easter Bunny sessions from 9am to 10am on Monday 2 April.

The Easter Bunny will roam the centre and hand out chocolates from 11am to 2pm on 28, 29 and 31 March and 1 April.

Dandenong Plaza Shopping Centre, McCrae Street, Dandenong.

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Book club The Open Door book club meets monthly and is inviting new members to its next catch-up.

Members will be discussing The Inaugural meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club by Sophie Green, while enjoying a cuppa.

The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong.

Monday 19 March, 7pm to 8pm. A gold coin donation is welcome.

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Action on depression A beyondblue guest speaker will share mental health advice at this Noble Park Community Action Forum event.

Paddy O'Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Wednesday 14 March, 7pm. Call Councillor Roz Blades on 0417 053 612 for more information.

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Composting workshop This free event will share information about compost bins, worm farms and Bokashi buckets, plus improving gardens, food crops and the environment.

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

A Prudent Man is a darkly comical take on conservative politics inspired by the likes of Donald Trump, Pauline Hanson and Tony Abbott.

It aims to start conversations about the treatment of women and refugees and what it means to be Australian.

Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Thursday 22 March, 7pm. Tickets from $23. Visit www. drumtheatre.com.au or call 8571 1666.

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Benga House at Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Wednesday 21 March, 10.30am to 12.30pm. Call 8571 1666 or visit www. greaterdandenong.com to book.

Dandenong Market, corner Cleeland and Clow streets, Dandenong. Sunday 25 March, 10am to 4pm.

Friends of Fotheringham Reserve

Dandenong West Community Festival

Participants can get their hands dirty and enjoy the great outdoors at the Friends of Fotheringham Reserve days held on the fourth Sunday of every second month.

Activities include water watch, planting indigenous seedlings, weed control, seed collecting and nature walks. Light refreshments will be served.

Fotheringham Reserve, Pyke Steet, Dandenong. Sunday 25 March, 10am to noon.

This event will celebrate Cultural Diversity Week and Harmony Day. There'll be free face painting, an animal farm, cultural performances and more.

Dandenong West Primary School, 32 Birdwood Avenue, Dandenong. Friday 23 March, 2pm to 6pm. Call Vikki on 9792 2868 for more information.

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Local artist Madeline Nibali will participants to learn how to mix colours using a classic restricted palette and to paint a still life.

The workshop is suitable for children and adults.

Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale. Tuesday 20 March, 6.30pm to 8pm. Bookings are essential. Call 9706 8441.

A North Indian classic

Ceramics: The Basics

One of the greatest North Indian classical musicians, Ustad Shujaat Khan, will share the stage with local tabla master, Jay Dabgar.

Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Friday 23 March, 7.30pm to 9pm. Tickets are priced from $35. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au or call 8571 1666.

This introductory workshop will teach participants how to work with clay, to make a pinch pot and slab cylinder.

Benga House at Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Tickets are priced from $17. Tuesday 20 March, 7pm to 9pm. Visit www.greaterdandenong.com or call 8571 1666.

Dandenong World Fare

Learn everyday English

This celebration of world street food will feature more than 50 food trucks, live music, dancing, free face painting and free henna hand painting.

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For food lovers The Springvale Food Lovers Tour features samplings along the walk and finishes with a meal.

Tours take about two to three hours and the starting location is advised on booking.

Springvale. Thursday 22 March, 6pm to 8pm. $50 per person. Call 8571 5222.

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Check out chess The Dandenong Chess club welcomes players of all ages, from novices to grand masters.

16 Balmoral Avenue, Dandenong. Wednesdays, 7pm. Call Paul on 0406 786 242 for more information.

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Stand for Burma The Australian Rohingya Welfare Association is holding a fund-raising dinner.

Bosnian Sports Centre, 482 Springvale Road, Springvale South. Saturday 24 March, 6.30pm. RSVP by Saturday 17 March by SMS to 0412 318 045.

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Sale to support kids This car boot sale will support children in Uganda and India.

Stalls are available for $15.

Dandenong Christian Reformed Church, 255 Outlook Drive, Dandenong North. Saturday 17 March, 7am to 1pm. Call Janny on 9790 0338 for more information.

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Talks on ... Spirituality People Like Us will be guest speaker Rosetta Isma's topic at the first Talks on ... Spirituality for the year.

Rose was born in Italy but has lived in Dandenong and surrounds for many years.

She has worked in the criminal justice system and as a welfare officer in the Woomera detention centre.

The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong.

Wednesday 28 March, 5.30pm to 6.30pm.

A $5 donation is suggested. Bookings are essential. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664 or email Theopendoor@ssjg.org.au.

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Harmony in the plaza There'll be live multi-cultural dance and music performances to celebrate Greater Dandenong's diversity.

The program will include Japanese drumming, Sudanese drum and dance performances, an Aboriginal dance group, Greek dancing, Polynesian dancing and more.

Centre court on level two at Dandenong Plaza Shopping Centre, corner McCrae and Walker streets, Dandenong. Saturday 17 February, 11am to 5pm.

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Close shave

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Peter Cassidy has enjoyed a breakout season down at Shepley Oval. 178046

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Cassidy’s an asset

By Nick Creely Dandenong medium pacer Peter Cassidy almost gave Premier cricket away four years ago.

Now he will enter the 2017/18 Victorian Premier Cricket final series as one of the Panthers' most prized assets.

Known around Premier circles as a bowler who rarely strays off a good line, Cassidy has had a good old fashioned break out season after showing signs in his first couple of years at the club, taking 29 wickets to date at an average of under 15 and a phenomenal economy of 2.7, but the numbers don't quite do justice in terms of his importance to the side.

The Washington Park and Carnegie junior left rival club Prahran after the 2014/15 season after being unable to break into the first XI, but as he explains, almost didn't.

"I was about to give cricket away, I genuinely had enough; I got to the age of 18 and 19, and had enough and was going to play with my mates at Brighton, and Charith Cooray, who played a few ones games, I'm best mates with his younger brother, and he came to me

and asked me if I was interested in coming to Dandy, and I went and had another crack at it," he said.

It's certainly worked out perfectly for Cassidy and the Panthers, with the culture and its hunger for success a major drawing factor.

"It's good playing in a successful club with a good bunch of guys, it's easier to do well, and I've fed off the likes of Nano (James Nanopoulos) and Jacquesy (Jacques Augustin) this year, and I've loved playing with them, it's been good," he said.

"I've worked with Nano a lot; Speaky's (Nick Speak) also been massive, and really pushed me, but one of the biggest things for me was having Steve Mullaney over for those four games, the way he went about it was unreal. Seeing how he bowled, and him teaching me certain things was awesome."

While he concedes express pace isn't his go; and never will be; Cassidy prides himself on playing a match winning role in another area.

Cassidy took 6/30 from 18 brilliant overs only a few weeks ago, in a match winning ef-

fort against Northcote.

"The biggest thing for me is when the game gets out of control, I can get the control back, even if that's not taking wickets, more just dotting them up and drying out the game, that's something we've worked hard on and when we need to dry up we do, and when we need to go, we go," he said.

Cassidy believes last year's untimely semifinal loss to Melbourne after finish second on the ladder was the wake-up call the club needed, and one that is driving the high standards at Shepley Oval.

"That hurt last year; we're really keen to make amends as a club, and hopefully go one better this year for sure," he said.

"We're probably hungrier (this year); we're extremely disappointed with how we exited last year, and obviously having Darren (Pattinson) back is massive, and just having him back around the group has helped; we've just got this hunger to win, and the one-day final was a great taste of what we want, which is a two-day flag."

Local cricket identity Brian King is now virtually unrecognisable.

The Australia Post employee; who has been a volunteer scorer with both Narre Warren and Springvale South for well over a decade, and more recently a DDCA umpire, has lost his iconic, flowing mullet and moustache, all in the name of raising funds for cancer.

Joining the fight with the World's Greatest Shave, Brian's hair was shaved in front of almost 80 people at the DDCUA's Grand Final appointments dinner at Shepley Oval on Wednesday 7 March.

The cause is close to Brian's heart, with one of his closest mates struck down with cancer.

"I've got a very close friend who's ended up with melanoma cancer, he's a postie; he spent 43 years on the job, and he's in a tough stroll at the moment, and he's left work and fighting the cause," he said.

"It started as melanoma, but in went into his lungs and he lost a quarter of his lung, and he's lost sight in one eye, and he's a very close friend, I catch up with him every Friday up at the Fountain Gate hotel.

"I was sitting at home, and I just saw the ad (for the World's Greatest Shave), and thought it was something I could do; I just wanted to get it done and do it, I've raised about $853.30 now."

Melanoma skin cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, with Cancer Australia estimating that a further 8,653 males and 5,667 females will be diagnosed in 2018 alone.

King praised the support of those around him for making the shave possible; such as Australia Post and the DDCA, but understands the fight is far from over.

"Work was pretty good, they took the container out and people donated, but the biggest support was from the DDCUA, we raised almost $600 on the night," he said.

"Cancer impacts everybody, absolutely everybody, so it's the least I can do to help."

He also said his mullet will make a triumphant return, but will need a bit of time to grow it back.

"It's taken me about two and half to three years to grow it out; I'll just grow it back and do it again," he said with a laugh.

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Forsyth’s class on show

By Nick Creely In the heat and with a hefty total to chase down, Brett Forsyth’s class shone brightest.

The champion Dandenong opener cracked his 13th Premier Cricket century as the Panthers chased down Geelong’s 312 with ease on Saturday at Shepley Oval.

Legendary duo Tom Donnell and Forsyth set the tone early in the day, racing away to swiftly add 50 for the first wicket.

While the Cats attempted to break through without too much damage, the pair got into their groove, and saluted yet another 100 run partnership in their already storied history as opening partners.

Unluckily for Donnell, he was dismissed for 90 after spinner Brenton McDonald (1/99) got one through the gate, but his superb knock ensured the Panthers would be under no pressure in the afternoon.

From 1/168, Forsyth continued his grind, looking impenetrable in defense, and youngster Josh Slater (42) continued on with the momentum, finding six boundaries against the tiring bowlers.

Slater was eventually dismissed with the score at 2/258, and only one more wicket fell, that of James Nanopoulos (22), as Forsyth accelerated his sublime knock to finish on 144 not out, an innings which included seven fours and a maximum.

That 144 is Forsyth’s second highest score at Dandenong, closely following a 153 score against Essendon in the 2013/14 season. But it’s been an outstanding year for the gritty champ, who compiled 788 runs throughout the home and away season, while his partner in crime Donnell was as prolific, finishing with 634.

In what is set to be a cracking semi-final next week, Dandenong will host Rob Quiney’s in form St Kilda outfit, as the Panthers look to

Dandenong champion Brett Forsyth struck a sublime 144 not out on Saturday. 177312 go one better on their disappointing finals exit last year. Only a few weeks ago, St Kilda pipped the Panthers in an incredible win at Junction Oval, but the Panthers fell one wicket short of a reverse outright win. It was also a Forsyth show in the second XI over the weekend, with Cam Forsyth notching up a second consecu-

tive century against the Cats in a barnstorming win.

The Panthers chased down Geelong’s 286 on day one, with Forsyth making a 158 ball 103 not out, a knock of 15 boundaries.

Opener Brenton Murphy (68), Comrey Edgeworth (42) and Peter Sweeney (42 not

Picture: ROB CAREW out) ensured the Panthers would find the runs only four wickets down, as the Panthers also gear up for finals. In the thirds, Luke McMaster took 6/35 as Dandenong won comfortably at Wilson Oval, while the Cats extraordinarily fell one run short in the fourths to hand Dandenong a thrilling win at Kardinia Park West.

Crawford’s attack on Launching Pad

By Jason Adams Jacqui Shoshone sharpened her Launching Pad preparation in style on Thursday night with an impressive win at Sandown Park.

As many predicted she found the lead early and continued to dominate the race. She defeated $50 chance Sable Lass by two-and-ahalf lengths in a smart 29.61.

The win made it back-to-back wins at Sandown Park with just one hundredth of a second separating her two times. Pearcedale trainer David Crawford was delighted post-race and credited Jacqui Shoshone’s consistency.

“She’s been going really well and trying hard,” he said.

“She’s pretty consistent - she’s gone almost an identical time to what she ran last week,” said Crawford.

Jacqui Shoshone broke her maiden status with a Tier 3 win at Warragul in August last year. She then spent almost five months away

from the track before resuming.

“She started off well but then I had to spell her as she came on season,” Crawford said.

“Then for three or four months she wasn’t going any good. In the last six weeks she’s really turned a corner and racing well.”

Jacqui Shoshone hails from a litter of nine that are all bred, owned and trained by Crawford, his wife Shona and son Robert. The litter doesn’t turn two-years-old until early April, and amazingly eight of the nine have already claimed their maiden win.

Jacqui Shoshone, along with litter brother Navajo Bear, will now attack this week’s Launching Pad heats.

“I’ve bought two tickets, I think they will both be very competitive,” Crawford said.

“We’ve been lucky with box draws, so hopefully that can continue for a little longer.”

The $410,000 Launching Pad series is open to greyhounds with one to six wins and no more than 30 starts. Entry forms are sold out

and Sandown will see greyhounds from right around the country compete in this week’s heats.

“I think the series is a good idea. There is an investment but there’s a lot of money up for grabs,” Crawford said.

Participants who purchased an entry to the Launching Pad must nominate by 8am on Tuesday morning. The series promises to be white hot, fields will be drawn in the hours following the close of nominations.

Meanwhile, also on Thursday night, the luckless Waleonjon overturned his fortune to claim a memorable win. He’d experienced a horror run of box draws, where in his seven starts this year he has drawn inside Box 6 only once. Not only had the box draws been against him, he’d also had to overcome a series of setbacks - including a cracked fibula - that prevented him from performing at his best.

Thursday’s win was Waleonjon’s fifth at metropolitan level and 12th overall from 39 starts.

Jacqui Shoshone with her proud trainer, Pearcedale’s David Crawford at Sandown.

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By Ewan Kennedy MODEL RANGE Sonata Active 2.4-litre petrol four-door sedan: $30,990 (automatic) Sonata Premium 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-door sedan: $45,490 (automatic) Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Hyundai for drive-away prices.

Slick styling of the latest Hyundai Sonata makes it look almost new, rather than a mere facelift. tre engine that develops 180 kW, and 353 Nm. Maximum torque runs all the way from 1350 to 4000 rpm.

The turbo engine in the Sonata Premium sits beside a new eight-speed multi-mode automatic transmission. Driving modes are Comfort, Eco, Sport and Smart. The Smart setting automatically switches between the other three modes as the computer senses changes to the driver’s demands as well as road conditions.

Both 2018 Sonata models have electronic stability control, anti-lock braking with assist, and electronic brakeforce distribution, hillstart assist, traction control and vehicle stability management, emergency stop signal, rearview camera with dynamic guide lines and four-sensor rear park assist.

Sonata Premium adds blind spot detection, driver attention alert, lane change assist and lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert, smart cruise control and four-sensor front park assist system.

Two IsoFix seats are installed in both Sonata variants.

The front seats are comfortable and provide the sort of support we like without being overly

aggressive. The rear seat has good legroom and can take three adults if they don’t mind a bit of shoulder rubbing.

Mum, dad and three little darlings will find the Sonata makes a fine family sedan.

Boot space is good at 510 litres and is reasonably easy to load.

Obviously sedans cannot accept bulky items the way hatchbacks can, but the added strength at the rear gives the Sonata a solid feel that’s not always there on hatches.

As with all current Australian Hyundai passenger vehicles new Sonata has uniqueto-Australia suspension and steering tuning.

Developed by a team of engineers from this country as well as South Korea and including a great deal of testing on local roads.

Hyundai Sonata offers all of the benefits of a four-door sedan in the way of ride comfort and a large boot. It’s up against some tough completion with the new Toyota Camry and others, so the local importer must be hanging out for the all-new 2019 Sonata.

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$ 99** incInc GST GST

INCLUDING: INCLUDING: • Engine oil change 5 Ltr

•฀Engine฀oil฀change฀5฀Ltr • Oil filter change • Inspect Spark Plugs •฀Oil฀ilter฀change • New contact points •฀Inspect฀Spark฀Plugs • New wiper blades • Check hoses and clamps •฀New฀contact฀points • Pressure test cooling system • Check & adjust all fan belts •฀New฀wiper฀blades • Check PVC Valves •฀Check฀hoses฀and฀clamps • Inspect battery • Inspect charging system •฀Pressure฀test฀cooling฀system • Check clutch operation •฀Check฀&฀adjust฀all฀fan฀belts • Full mechanical & electrical report •฀Check฀PVC฀Valves •฀Inspect฀battery •฀Inspect฀charging฀system •฀Check฀clutch฀operation •฀Full฀mechanical฀&฀electrical฀report

• Check transmission oil level ••฀Check฀transmission฀oil฀level Check differential oil level ••฀Check฀differential฀oil฀level Inspect fuel lines • Grease front end •฀Inspect฀fuel฀lines • Check all tyres ••฀Grease฀front฀end Inspect brake pads and discs • Inspect front & rear suspension ••฀Check฀all฀tyres Inspect steering system • Inspect exhaust system ••฀Inspect฀brake฀pads฀and฀discs Inspect all seat belts ••฀Inspect฀front฀&฀rear฀suspension Check all lights • Road test

•฀Inspect฀steering฀system •฀Inspect฀exhaust฀system •฀Inspect฀all฀seat฀belts •฀Check฀all฀lights •฀Road฀test

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Hyundai Sonata is due to be replaced by an allnew model in the first quarter of 2019, but the current one has received significant changes to see it through the intervening period. The importer has trimmed the range to just two models by discontinuing the Elite. Sonata is now offered in only in Active and Premium format.

A major facelift has given the Sonata a striking appearance. Its front end has a huge grille, sleek headlights and large daytime running light housings. The tail has received a sort of sporty treatment, with slimmer lights and a bold shape to the diffuser.

Though Sonata’s sides remain virtually unchanged the trim around the window line has been modified to change the appearance somewhat.

Inside, changes are minimal with switches and buttons having a gloss piano black finish.

See the Infotainment segment of this review for further details.

New-design steering wheels are fitted, with a sporty flat-bottomed unit in the Sonata Premium, the latter being the subject of our week’s test.

Satellite navigation with SUNA traffic updates is now standard in both Sonata models.

There’s a new in-dash 8.0-inch touchscreen, as well as and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, an upgraded AM/FM radio is used.

Aux and USB audio inputs are fitted.

The 2018 Sonata carries-over the engines from the superseded model. Sonata Active is powered by a 2.4-litre, naturally-aspirated engine which develops 138 kW, and 241 Nm of torque at 4000 revs. It drives the front wheels through a six-speed automatic.

Sonata Premium gets a turbocharged 2.0-li-

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$30 Million Sales Event.

On now. 2017 Plated New Vehicles.

To celebrate winning 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metropolitan Retailer of the Year we are holding a 2017 plated Sales Event.

We have over 400 vehicles in stock with manufacturer’s incentives and ready for immediate delivery. This is an opportunity not to be missed.

All vehicles purchased and delivered by March 31st receive: • Unprecedented pricing • 5 years scheduled servicing^ • $5,000 minimum trade in# • 20% off Mercedes-Benz Car Care Package% • Exceptional Finance Rates • All vehicles can be taken home within one hour*

Excludes S-Class and E-Class Cabriolet. ^Includes 5 years or 125,000km scheduled servicing, whichever occurs first, as per the manufacturer’s scheduled servicing, and must redeemed at Mercedes-Benz Berwick. #Vehicle must be road worthy and registered. Offer is applicable for one vehicle only, must be a car registered in the name of the purchaser. %Mercedes-Benz Car Care Package includes Exterior Paint Protection, Interior Care and Tint. *The vehicle must be a new car, that has undergone a full pre-delivery within our service department. Vehicle must be paid in full by MBFS or bank cheque. Vehicles cannot be delivered within 1 hour on a Saturday due to restrictions from VicRoads.

dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

Mercedes-Benz Berwick 518 Princes Hwy, Berwick. Ph: 03 8794 0900

LMCT578 12381262-CB11-18

Monday, 12 March, 2018

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