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Spoon bandit Out of apparent boredom, a Noble Park man has wielded a silver dessert spoon as he held up a local service station and bottle shop, the County Court of Victoria has heard. Robert McLeod, 47, pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted armed robbery as well as the theft of three Crunchie chocolate bars from the servo in the early afternoon of 25 September 2017. At first, the servo worker who knew McLeod as a regular customer thought the accused was joking. That was before McLeod held the spoon to the worker’s face and repeated his demand for cash. McLeod then walked back to his home at a supervised residential care facility, and ate the Crunchies in his room. The same afternoon, at a nearby bottle shop, he demanded money and held the spoon up so the handle was displayed. The frightened worker thought it was a knife. The worker and a customer fled, and McLeod remained pacing through the shop for a while. He was arrested at his home at the facility that afternoon. He told police he took the spoon from a drawer at the facility and attempted the robberies out of boredom. He didn’t enjoy living in a supervised residential care facility, apparently with little to do except watch TV, Judge Gabriele Cannon noted in sentencing on 26 September. McLeod was said to have preferred jail where he enjoyed companionship and being the “centre of attention”. Judge Cannon said it was of great concern

that McLeod had committed similar offences in the past, including ordering meals at restaurants and then threatening staff with knives and demanding money. He’d received community corrections orders and jail terms of up to 35 months. “While your offending in some ways has been rather pathetic, it’s been also very frightening for the people you’ve threatened. “At the very least you’re a nuisance. “At the most, you’re someone who behaves in a very frightening way to people who are trying to do no more than do their job.” It was no comfort to the victims that McLeod was not motivated by “money, greed or drugs”. However, McLeod’s moral culpability was reduced by his moderate intellectual disability, which had a “great deal to do with your offending conduct”. Prior to sentencing, an extensive support and supervision plan was devised by DHHS and Corrections Victoria to occupy McLeod. He had “fairly poor” rehabilitation prospects, Judge Cannon said. “The problem is you appear to offend to entertain yourself, to get attention and also because you prefer life in jail to life in the community.” Declaring she couldn’t “warehouse” McLeod in jail, Judge Cannon sentenced him to a three-year supervised community corrections order including mental health treatment and a justice plan. He was also jailed for 366 days, already served in pre-sentence remand.

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PR campaign for asylum By Cam Lucadou-Wells A multi-council taskforce led by Greater Dandenong has hired a public advocacy PR firm to lobby against deep welfare cuts to community asylum seekers. Agenda Group will spearhead the campaign on behalf of the Local Government Mayoral Taskforce Supporting People Seeking Asylum. It is expected to be launched this month. The campaign's chief targets are the Federal Government's cuts to Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) payments and more

State Government support services for asylum seekers. About 300 asylum seekers in Victoria many of whom live in Greater Dandenong - have been recently cut from the SRSS program. They are at high risk of homelessness and poorer mental health. Up to 600 more in Victoria could be removed from SRSS payments by December. It removes them from their allowance which is just 89 per cent of a NewStart payment - but also access to trauma counselling and support services.

Greater Dandenong councillor Matthew Kirwan said one of the tasks is to get more cutthrough with metropolitan newspapers, TV, radio and social media. He said there was little public awareness of the SRSS changes, and the impacts on asylumseekers in the community. Very few seemed to realise there were 2000 asylum seekers living in Greater Dandenong, waiting in limbo as to whether they'll be accepted as refugees or deported, Cr Kirwan noted. "Our own local newspapers have covered

the impact of the changes to the (SRSS) support very well but so far only limited state and national media coverage has occurred." A second wave of advocacy is expected to coincide with a Federal election - which is due anytime until May 2019. The mayoral taskforce consists of 12 Victorian councils - with five on the executive, including Greater Dandenong. Greater Dandenong is also secretariat for the taskforce; its mayor Youhorn Chea is the chairman.

Panadol jobs boost - Dandy makes a million every day Dandenong will be the home for making more than 1 million Panadol tablets a day, creating 85 local jobs. Aspen Australia won the landmark contract to supply Panadol products for Australia, South East Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and New Zealand. It will undertake a major expansion of its Dandenong factory as a result. Aspen will produce about 485 million tab-

lets a year, and 6.7 million bottles and tubes of the paracetamol painkillers. Aspen Asia Pacific CEO Trevor Ziman said the contract required "significant capital investment and job creation". "(It) will consolidate the long-term future of Aspen's expanding manufacturing presence in Victoria." The State Government declared it had played a hand in Aspen winning the contract.

Trade and Investment Minister Philip Dalidakis announced the win while launching the Government's new Investing In Victoria strategy on 25 September. "This strategy is the result of thorough consultation across government and significant industry research - it will ensure that Victoria continues to adapt and thrive in a global economy," Mr Dalidakis said. "Announcements like this show that the

world's biggest companies are keen to come to Victoria and create jobs, and we're keen to have them here." The strategy identifies global investment markets to create local jobs, such as energy, health, advanced manufacturing, creative industries, digital technologies, tourism, agriculture, tertiary education, professional services, and retail and logistics.

Richo brings Grand Final fever to a nightmare day By Cam Lucadou-Wells AFL superstar and commentator Matthew Richardson perhaps faces the ultimate nightmare for a Tiger fan on Grand Final Day. A week after Collingwood knocked out Richmond from the premiership race, Richardson is booked in for a Grand Final Day Breakfast hosted by the Magpies. If only he knew beforehand. The man known as Richo shared grand tales and Grand Final predictions at a Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce charity lunch on 26 September. He graciously posed for photos and signed books, footballs and programs for a packed Southern Golf Club function room in Keysborough. The Chamber was hopeful of raising more than $13,000 at the lunch for charities Make A Wish Australia and the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. That sum was nearly as much as Richardson earned in his first year at the Tigers in 1993. He played 14 games for $16,000 in his debut year. Signing up as a father-son recruit, he was put on a four-year contract on "ordinary coin". Players were part-time, and Richardson would sell insurance at MLC before driving to training at Punt Road. But most of his career, he prospered as the game turned professional. He told of some of his highlights such as his late tilt at the Brownlow Medal in 2008, and presenting the premiership cup last year. Richardson tipped that this year's cup would go to Collingwood - and perhaps surprisingly he wanted them to win. "They've almost based it on Richmond a little bit of last year - that high-octane, great pressure. "They've got a great system. Whenever someone gets injured, they're not relying on individual talent. They're just bringing in a player who plays a role." Captain Scott Pendlebury and 2018 All-Australian Steele Sidebottom were possible Norm Smith Medallists - for best on ground. The side also boasted a dangerous forward line full of goalkickers, and the best ruckman in the game, Brodie Grundy. Though their opponents West Coast Eagles couldn't be discounted in fine, high-marking conditions, he said. In that case, Jeremy McGovern would have to have a huge game down back. As everyone expects, Gold Coast gun forward Tom Lynch was a "done deal" for Richmond -which would unlock a welcome tweak to the Tigers' game plan next year. It wasn't announced yet, but you could lock it in "150 per cent", Richardson assured Tiger supporters. 2 STAR JOURNAL

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Matthew Richardson and Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce vice-president Roy Sanderson. 185751 He conceded the free agency system enabling the Lynch deal wasn't perhaps fair. It wasn't initially envisaged that the minor premiers snared the best talent from one of the bottom clubs, he said. "(However) when Tom Lynch leaves from Gold Coast, he's not going to go to a team not in contention. "The good thing he hasn't gone for money. He could have got more from Hawthorn or Collingwood. "He'll be getting less money than when he was at the Gold Coast."

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IN BRIEF Senior fights off home intruder

Fake cop accused over fake ‘arrest’ An man has been refused bail after allegedly impersonating a Dandenong-based police member with the same name to threaten his own ex-partner and her friend. The 33-year-old took photos of the unsuspecting family violence unit officer's identity card and badge while being served a full family-violence intervention order, police told Dandenong Magistrate's Court on 24 September. After the encounter, he rang his ex-partner on a private number, the court heard. The man claimed to be the police officer who shared his name, and that she was under arrest, remand liaison officer Sergeant Chris Marlow told the hearing. The man repeated the threat by text message, adding “get on the ground, stay down, stop resisting”, according to police. Then followed further private number calls and Facebook messages. In one, the man claimed he was going to take a “box of pills”, the court heard. He had recently threatened her that if she

was seeing anyone, he would break the “f***ing c***’s legs”. On a private number, the man allegedly called the ex-partner’s friend. Pretending to be the police member, he told the victim to “get down on the ground, c***”, Sgt Marlow said. “Stay away from (the ex-partner).” He later sent the victim a photograph of the police member’s waist band kit including his gun, holster, badge and photo, police alleged. In a police interview, the man denied impersonating the officer, the court heard. He initially denied he had the offending photos before he showed them on his phone to police, the court heard. Sgt Marlow said the man’s “unpredictable” behaviour and “complete lack of respect” for the intervention order was of “serious concern”. “If he was placed on bail, it would place the victim and her daughter at risk of repercussions.” The man from Officer had just been released from serving 14 months jail for family violence against the same ex-partner, the court heard. His previous convictions included failing to

stop a vehicle despite police directions, burglary, breaching bail and resisting police. Since being released from jail, his mental state had “deteriorated”, defence lawyer Bridie O’Malley said. If bailed, the man would be taken straight to Dandenong Hospital mental-health ward. He offended soon after being discharged from a seven-day stint in hospital, seemingly after failing to follow his “treatment schedule”. His landlord had since revoked the man’s tenancy, the court heard. Magistrate Pauline Spencer ordered for a Forensicare psychiatrist to liaise with custody staff to ensure the man was correctly medicated while in custody. She refused bail due to the unacceptable risk of reoffending, and of endangering the victim and the public. The prosecution case was “straight-forward” and “strong”, she said. “The safety of the victim is very important.” The man was remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 9 October.

Our councils are prepared for anything Four councils have joined forces on water and bushfire safety ahead of the summer season. Greater Dandenong will join with Kingston, Frankston and Mornington Peninsula to launch Operation Emergency Ready at Harmony Square, Dandenong. The event on Saturday, 13 October will include safety demonstrations and interactions from CFA, SES and MFB members. The campaign includes booklets, eight preparedness videos and an interactive website to help people make emergency plans. Greater Dandenong mayor Youhorn Chea said the awareness-raising was necessary, given a quarter of residents in the four council areas had arrived in Australia only in the past decade. "This event is not only an opportunity to learn more about what these services do but also a chance to learn more about the role everyone can play in being emergency ready," Cr Chea said. Having an emergency action plan helps families to know what to do in times of emergency, Kingston mayor Steve Staikos said. "It's always better to be safe than sorry." The need was demonstrated earlier this year when a bushfire caused a community evacuation in Carrum Downs. We don't know how we will react in an emergency until it happens," Frankston mayor Colin Hampton said. "But having everything you need ready to go means that you can grab what you need most, without wasting time by over thinking it." Operation Emergency Ready is a free event. It runs 10am to 3pm on Saturday, 13 October.

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Hit-run driver flees thrice Police are searching for an alleged hit-run driver involved in a series of crashes at Dandenong North on 25 September. The driver's Toyota Rav 4 and another car collided on the Monash Freeway near Heatherton Road about 8.20pm, police say. The driver then drove away city-bound on the freeway.It exited at Police Road, colliding with the rear of another car along the freeway and driving on. A third vehicle was struck at the intersection of Jacksons Road. The Toyota then Uturned and headed back on Police Road. It was last seen on Haverbrack Drive, Mulgrave. Police are still investigating. Any information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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A 60-year-old man has fought off a masked intruder who tried to force his way through the front door of his Springvale home. The resident was awoken by banging and smashing at the door of his Whitworth Avenue house at 3.05am on 24 September. He discovered a man clad in a balaclava and a mask kicking in the bottom glass panel of the door. With the help of the door's safety chain, the victim has held the door closed on the intruder. The resident cut his hand in the struggle but eventually the offender turned heel. Any information to Greater Dandenong CIU on 9767 7487 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.gov.au.

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NEWS Victorian Greens MP for the South-Eastern Metropolitan region, Nina Springle plans to increase bus connections in the south-east. 185695 Picture: ROB CAREW

A smart bus connection By Brendan Rees A $500 million bus network that will see a huge investment in bus links in the south-east would be in place by the end of 2019 - if the Greens have any say after the State Election in November. The plan, announced on Tuesday 25 September, included upgrading some of the south-east's busiest bus routes to SmartBus. This will increase some priority routes to 10 minute frequencies, with longer hours of operation, real-time information at bus stops, direct routes and electric buses. The Greens will also instigate a metropolitan wide bus review to provide more frequent and direct services and expand coverage to public transport dead zones. Victorian Greens MP for the South-Eastern

Metropolitan region, Nina Springle said "big promises" had been made by the Andrews Government recently that will "take 20 or more years to take effect". "It is absolutely imperative that we properly invest in a decent and reliable bus network so that cars are not the one and only option for getting around," she said. "Estimates suggest SmartBus services remove several thousand vehicles from Melbourne's roads every day; as they are a fast and frequent alternative to car use." The priority routes in South-Eastern Metropolitan are: Route 708: Carrum to Hampton via Southland Shopping Centre. Route 788: Frankston to Portsea via Dromana, Rosebud, Sorrento. Combine routes 791 and 841: Frankston,

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824: Moorabbin to Keysborough via · Route Clayton, Westall. 828: Hampton to Berwick Station via · Route Southland Shopping Centre, Dandenong. Victorian Greens MP and public transport spokesman Sam Hibbins said: "For too long Labor and Liberal have neglected Melbourne's buses, despite so many people relying on them." Minister for Public Transport Jacinta Allan said the Greens announcement was "just more hot air from the do nothing Greens political party - you can't trust them to deliver anything". "We've added new bus routes, improved connections and updated timetables on almost 70 services across the south east," she said. "From removing level crossings, adding

hundreds of additional train, tram and bus services and building the Metro Tunnel - we're getting it done." Ms Allan said the State Government had invested more than $200 million to improve Victoria's bus network and continue to work with local communities to deliver better routes and more travel options. Opposition public transport spokesman David Davis said as Labor had been in power for 15 of the last 19 years that "(the) failure to invest in buses is largely their fault." "They are a tired Government; they've run out of ideas." He added the member for Narre Warren North, Luke Donnellan lived in Fitzroy "so will never have to catch a local bus." "In the case of the Greens it is a little bit of fairies at the bottom of the garden."

MPs pledge homeless fix in lead-up to state election By Cam Lucadou-Wells What are state political parties promising to fix the alarming state of local homelessness? Greater Dandenong has been recently identified as one of the homeless hotspots in Victoria and Australia. The electorates of Dandenong, Keysborough, Mulgrave and Clarinda are among the 'top 20' in the state, according to analysis by Council for Homeless Persons (CHP). The Dandenong seat alone has an estimated 1100-plus people experiencing homelessness. The CHP is calling for more social housing 4 STAR JOURNAL

to address the lack of affordable one- or twobedroom dwellings in the area and to reduce an 80,000-long public-housing waiting list across Victoria. The State Government argues it is planning to build 2,200 social housing homes in five years, with help to community housing providers to build more. In Dandenong, the Government is also building homes for supportive housing, as part of a $45.5 million 'sleeping rough' plan. Under the program, assertive outreach teams will help people sleeping rough. They are housed in supportive housing for

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two-year periods, and helped to overcome complex underlying issues such as mental health, domestic violence, family background and alcohol and drug battles. The Greens have upped the ante, with a policy of 40,000 new public housing dwellings over the next six years. Greens South-East Metro MP and deputy leader Nina Springle said it would be the "biggest investment in the public housing system in decades". "(It) is exactly what is needed to start addressing the homelessness crisis." Dandenong Greens candidate Rhonda Ga-

rad said the lack of affordable rentals and public housing had a dramatic effect on homelessness rates in Greater Dandenong. "Only the Greens are taking the issue seriously, and have a plan to fix it." The Government provides more than $18 million for homelessness services in Southern Melbourne Region, including $2.9 million for youth homelessness assistance in Dandenong. It also supports more than 4700 people with private rental assistance to keep a roof over their heads. Liberals housing spokeswoman Georgie Crozier did not respond by deadline. dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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Stop-starts: the agony By Cam Lucadou-Wells For many commuters, there’s unfortunately no avoiding the notoriously choked arterial, the South Gippsland Highway. Even when Mark Lanyon leaves home at 7am, his work commute from Noble Park to Lyndhurst is overwhelmingly congested. Within 20 minutes, he reaches Dandenong Bypass. Then the last few kilometres via the Bypass and the South Gippy takes at least another 20 minutes. That’s on a good day. At worst, the trip has taken Mr Lanyon 100 minutes. The afternoon peak on the highway starts as early as 2.30pm, when the early-morning shift workers head home. “You’re just going nowhere and just burning fuel. “By the time you get to Greens Road, you’re just finished.” Mr Lanyon believes the highway’s bottlenecks need to be eliminated. It needs to be widened to three lanes “all the way to Cranbourne” - replicating the recent upgrade of the Pound-Abbotts roads section. The level crossing boom gates near the intersection of Princes Highway also has to go. For Greg Hardy, it’s hard to nominate which of the five or six arterials are worse on his way from Cranbourne to his Keysborough workplace. In the afternoons, he grinds to a halt on the South Gippy as it floods with traffic from the adjoining freeway. “It’s annoying as hell. “Sometimes you’re sitting there stationary for five minutes at a time, doing nothing.”

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Mr Hardy hopes that the completion of the Thompson Road upgrade will take traffic off the highway. Kerry Ford’s commute from Cranbourne to Mentone takes up to two hours on weekdays. On Saturdays, it’s usually just 35 minutes. “By the time you get home, it’s like working a 12-hour day.” Over the week, it can be up to 20 hours extra on the road. “I try to use my NavMax every day to try to get an edge - it will pick up if there’s any accidents and I’ll try to get another way. “But it doesn’t matter which way you go the traffic still banks up.” Ms Ford says better public transport would entice more commuters out of cars and onto trains. “I don’t think the roads have grown as fast as the developments have. “I’ve lived all over Melbourne and I’ve never encountered traffic like it. “I wouldn’t have moved out here if I knew it was that bad.” Name your dud road at https://starcommunity.com.au/competitions/14-08-2018/ ublock-gridlock-reader-poll/

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Mulgrave intersection vow By Cam Lucadou-Wells A third grade-separated intersection on Springvale Road has been pledged by the Liberal Party ahead of the State Election. The intersection at Springvale and Wellington roads, Mulgrave will be removed by constructing an underpass, with slip turning lanes. It was one of 55 intersections identified by the Liberal-Nationals Coalition as the "most dangerous and congested" in Melbourne and Geelong. According to the Liberals, traffic has increased through the intersection by 1953 vehicles on a weekday and 2322 on a weekend day since 2015. The Coalition had already promised to remove the Springvale Junction of Princes Highway and Springvale, Police and Centre roads - which channels about 132,000 vehicles a day as of last November. The Springvale and Ferntree Gully roads intersection in Glen Waverley has also been targeted for grade-separation.

Opposition leader Matthew Guy said the project would mean "commuters spend less time with their families and loved ones. "Labor has been ignoring Mulgrave for too long and now local streets are becoming car parks." Mulgrave Liberal candidate Maree Davenport said local residents and businesses told her of worsening traffic congestion impacting on their daily lives. "Removing the intersection at Springvale Road and Wellington Road will help residents get around our local area and ease the congestion crush." Roads Minister Luke Donnellan said the "so-called plans" were "completely irrelevant". "They are just talk." He pointed to the Government's removal of 50 level crossings, upgrading the Monash, building five new railway stations and a "record" $4.1 billion Suburban Road Upgrades program. Only Labor can be trusted to deliver the congestion busting road and rail projects people need to get them home sooner, and safer."

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Real change in estate life By Brendan Rees For the past three decades Daryl Rayner and his business partner Tony Rachele, the directors of McLennan Real Estate, have seen the industry they love change enormously. Back in the 80s before the internet had evolved, Mr Rayner remembers and cutting and pasting together adverts for the Dandenong Journal. “Now everything is done online,” he says. “We do it all ourselves now and send it to the Journal. It’s not proof read any more because we do it all ourselves.” Today, McLennan Real Estate is proud to be celebrating a milestone of 30 years in business partnership on Monday 1 October. The McLennan name, originally registered as R. K. McLennan and Sons by the late Keith McLennan in 1936, has become a household name in the community for buying, selling or renting property. The business opened in 1936 at 244 Lonsdale Street in Dandenong - where the office remained until four years ago. Just after World War II, Mr McLennan’s son Merv took over and helped people buy and sell property until his death in the early 1990s. Mr Rayner worked with Merv as a salesman prior to Mr Rayner and Mr Rachele buying the business in 1988. The original office in Lonsdale Street became too small for the expanding company and it is now located in the prominent offices on the corner of Langhorne and Walker Streets, diagonally opposite the Drum Theatre - Town Hall. McLennan’s employs 20 highly trained staff and offers excellent customer service and professional service. “The demographic has changed in Dandenong over the past 30 years from predominantly Anglo and European and Russian

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Keith McLennan in 1936. residents and business people to Eastern European, Middle Eastern and African and the sub-continent. People from all over the world settle in the Dandenong areas making it one of the most multi-cultural parts of Australia,” Mr Rayner says. Mr Rayner can remember selling houses in Doveton for around $25000. “Similar houses are now in the half a million dollar mark,” he says. The main changes for the real estate business, Mr Rayner says, is the dynamic changes in technology and keeping up with them. “The next few years will see enormous changes to the way we do business. Although technology has its benefits, we are losing some of the personal relationship building aspects of the past. Everyone is so busy these days,” he said. Mr Rayner and Mr Rachele love providing

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Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society

100 years ago 3 October 1918 The War The president of the shire (Cr Abbott) made reference at the war lecture in the Dandenong town hall on Tuesday evening last to the splendid war news which had come to hand during the day. He stated that Bulgaria had agreed to an unconditional peace with the Allies which with the news to hand from the Western Front was practically the brightest for us since the war had started, and was on the way to victory and soon ... .he hoped ... we would have peace. Lieutenant E.W. Dixon of Dandenong obtained the DSO: for conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. During an attack the enemy in turn counter attacked on the flank of the battalion. Dixon

at once grasped the situation, took command of more than 200 men of various units and held on to a positon of rising ground which was vital to the whole positon. Having driven off the attack he remained in command of the hill for two days, and the retention of this vital point was almost entirely due to his personal example and courage.

50 years ago 1 October 1968 Timber is a vital industry The timber industry is a large and vital segment of the Australian economy. Apart from any other consideration, its positon as a supplier of the largest proportion of materials required by our top priority housing expansion programs gives it prime importance. It is also one of our largest employment industries, a valuable customer for many other Australian industries from which

it buys machinery equipment, material and an industry with a large and increasing capital investment. This industry in Australia is based on both local and imported timber.

20 years ago 5 October 1998 All Shaken Up Windows rattled, cookery rocked and houses shook as some Melbournians breakfasted on Monday. An earthquake measuring 3.8 on the Richter scale rumbled across the suburbs from an epicentre about six kilometres north east of Portsea as the quake moved 14 kilometres below the earth's surface. Reports were received from people living in the Mornington Peninsula and extending as far as Cockatoo in the Dandenong's. Experts at the Seismology Research Centre said the quake was normal for Australia

however it was a little larger than had been experienced in the past couple of years.

5 years ago 30 September 2013 Students turn the tables Students turned teaches at Silverton Primary School this month. The Noble Park School was among hundreds across Australia taking part in Kids Teaching Kids Week 9-13 September. It hosted eight schools including Dandenong North Primary School, St Elizabeth's Woorana Park and Rosewood Downs, Dandenong Primary School, Dandenong High School, and Carawatha College in Noble Park North. They used workshops in propagating plants, making badges, designing a message to go on templates for storm water drains. Also activities making nesting boxes and more to share in the information.

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NAME it as part of the "resurgence of Dandenong". Then-mayor Ian McDonald wrote in The Journal on the eve of Palm Plaza's opening: "Dandenong's future is looking very bright and exciting". It enhanced what was the largest metropolitan retail and commercial area outside of Melbourne CBD, Cr McDonald wrote. "Council realises that the (CBD) of the city is under increasing pressure from free standing shopping centres in close proximity to it and it therefore provide a different type of shopping experience in order to assist this continued prosperity." 12388226-CG22-18

Gazing at the double-rows of tall trees lining Palm Plaza, there's no great secret where the name came from. However, it's interesting to recall the great fanfare when the mall off McLeod Street in central Dandenong mall opened in April 1991. Palm Plaza - with its transplanted mature palm trees - was seen as a beacon of hope by retailers hoping to re-entice shoppers to the area. The $4.3 million development was envisaged as a pedestrian precinct between Dandenong Market, The Hub arcade and what was then Myer. It was a city first at the time - a mall for shoppers to relax and stroll in a quiet landscaped area without traffic. It was opened with a three-day festival of entertainment such as country-and-western, rock-and-roll and square dancing at The Hub, furry celebrities like Humphrey B Bear and Fat Cat ... and three days of Scrabble competitions on a giant Scrabble board. At the time, David Phillips, of the Dandenong Chamber of Commerce and Industry, declared

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The City of Dandenong was also embarking on beautification works in Lonsdale Street, and examining improving safety and amenity in Foster Street, Thomas Street and "problem areas" like Dandenong railway station. Cr McDonald forecast that the council wanted to have the general CBD area redeveloped. Since then of course, part of Walker Street made way for what is now Armada Dandenong Plaza shopping centre, on the fringe of Palm Plaza. And Dandenong was figuratively turned upside-down by Revitalising Central Dande-

A special lift-out in The Journal heralded the Palm Plaza's opening festival. 185817 nong works - with a radical makeover of Lonsdale Street and reconfiguration of the surrounds to Foster Street. Since its opening, the exquisite diamond paving has suffered uplifting. In much the same way, the area has experienced ups and downs - such as Myer closing its doors five years ago.

Tennis gets a welcome serve A $1 million pavilion at Endeavour Hills Tennis Club has been officially opened by Casey Council. The project at Sydney Parkinson Reserve includes a new clubhouse with a large social room, covered veranda, built-in barbecue, office, storeroom and a paved pathway to the eight tennis courts. It also provides amenities for males, females and all-abilities. The club's former 'log cabin' pavilion has been relocated to the Old Cheese Factory in Berwick. Casey mayor Geoff Ablett said the council was thrilled to deliver a modern tennis facility in Endeavour Hills. "The City of Casey is committed to providing access to a range of sport, recreation and leisure opportunities for our community," Cr Ablett said. "One way we do this is by investing in in-

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Bright light of the moon Enthralling entertainers created a buzz at the Full Moon Festival at Dandenong Market on 23 September. The event hummed with lion and dragon dances, kung fu and Asian street foods. It celebrated the brightest and fullest moon of the year. Pictures: ROB CAREW

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Nation needled in a strawberry stack Although first reported to be found in strawberries sold by Woolworths in Queensland, the nation has been the ultimate target in the fruit tampering saga. And it's not just strawberries that have been affected. Isolated cases of sewing needles have also recently been found in mangos, bananas and apples. In just over one week, there were a total of 100 cases of fruit contamination. Personal injury lawyer Linda Hanley said that consumers who have suffered an injury through a defective product may sue for compensation under the Wrongs Act 1985 (Vic) or Australian Consumer Law and Fair Trading Act 2012 (Vic). "Injured consumers are able to pursue compensation under both Acts, however, if successful, they would have to elect between the two available remedies under each of the Acts," Ms Hanley said. "The type of claim our clients proceed with ultimately depends on their individual circumstances and what would be most advantageous to them. "In either type of claim, the injured consumer can recover compensation for their pain and suffering, loss of earnings, medical expenses associated with treatment and the cost of care needed by reason of the injury. Injured consumers have three years from the date of injury to bring a claim." Ms Hanley explained that both types of claims are made against the supplier of the fruit and the retailer who sold the contaminated fruit. Further, the relevant legislation requires that the injured consumer demonstrates that they have suffered an injury to a required level of severity

Adviceline Injury Lawyers are urging those that have been "a victim of fruit contamination" to contact them for expert legal advice. in order to qualify for compensation. "The highest amount of compensation that a successful claimant would be awarded for pain and suffering damages also differs between the two types of claims," she said. "Under the Wrongs Act, the current maximum amount of damages that can be awarded is just over $598,000. Under the Australian Consumer and Fair Trading Act, the maximum amount of damages that can be award-

ed is just over $334,000. "To ensure that injured consumers obtain the best outcome possible, it is imperative they seek expert advice prior to proceeding with a claim. "If you have been a victim of fruit contamination or have suffered from a similar incident, call Adviceline Injury Lawyers on (03) 9321 9988 for free information about your rights and entitlements."

Connection for children Dandenong Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) are launching their very own book, Peekaboo's Book of Creatures. HIPPY Dandenong parents and children worked with a trained local artist Reeham to create this colorful, imaginative interactive book for parents and children. The book explores the emotions and differences that make people unique. HIPPY Dandenong is a culturally and linguistically diverse group of parents with preschool age children. Kids' Own Publishing proposes to work with a group of parents and children from HIPPY Dandenong to write, illustrate and publish a book from their own perspective. Kids' Own Publishing's mission is to harness the power of books and the publishing process to connect children, families and their communities. Over six sessions, participants had the opportunity to explore their own voice and to tell their own story which is now published into a 20 page, full colour paperback book for all families and friends to read. The program used both digital and handson techniques to explore different ways of telling stories. The theme and storyline of the book is decided by the group. The group developed a collaborative text and all illustrations. HIPPY is a two year, home-based early childhood learning and parenting program that empowers parents and carers to be their child's first teacher. Parents and children will learn simple book making skills which can be used at home. Parents and carers build the confidence and improve skills of how to create a positive home learning environment. Children are given the opportunity to be active participants and creators of their own books and become drivers of their own literacy learning.

2 Day Major Furniture Auction Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th October 9.30am start

5 Acton Rd, Bass (on the Bass Hwy-next to the Giant Worm)

“Abby’s Bargain Centre” (premises sold) One of the largest & Oldest New & Used shops is closing its doors. Bring you Trailers & Trucks as everything has to go! Over 1,300 sqm all undercover plus vendors house contents! Over 1500 Lots includes: 2006 Jag X-type with 112,000 km, 2 x 40 ft x 9.6ft containers. Complete contents of furniture center UNRESERVED. Antiques, Reproduction, Industrial, Retro, French, New Lounge Suites, Modern Lounge & Dining, Bric-A-Brac, Collectables, Outdoor Furniture, Shabby Chic, Bakers Dressers, Iron bark Slab Tables, Whitegoods, Display Cabinets, Rattan & Wrought Iron Furniture, Chinese Design Furniture, Bookshelves, Rustic Pine Furniture, Pews, Bar Units & Stools, Kids Rides Includes Thunderbirds & Dolphins, new bedding. Way to much to mention!

Over 1300 square metres of new, second-hand, retro and antique furniture pieces must go!

All furniture must go!

If you need furniture for the home, holiday house or your shop/market stalls this is the place to come! All purchases to be finalized by 5pm Monday, items can be collected on day of sale or delivery & short term storage service available with vendor. Viewing times Friday 10am-7pm Pre Bidding only available on line or phone bid & absentee are welcome. Full photo catalogue available on our Website & Facebook page.

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After 50 years in the furniture trade, second hand and new furniture store owners Yvonne and Andrew Burns are finally calling it quits and everything must go! The couple has sold their property at Bass (Abbys Bargain Centre) and Yarra Valley Auctions have been consigned the enormous task of clearing the entire stock contents, which includes over 1300 square metres of new, second-hand, retro and antique furniture pieces. Auctioneer Gary Latham has known Andrew and Yvonne for over 30 years but hadn’t been out to Abbys Bargain Centre for some 10 years. He said he was absolutely gobsmacked to see how much furniture that Andrew could squash into his premises. Yvonne admitted to Gary that she had always had a furniture addiction and estimated

there were over 4000 lots under one roof. The auction will be conducted over two days (Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 October) and will start at 9.30am. It will take place on the corner of Acton Road and Bass Highway (next to the giant worm).This is a genuine clearance sale with all furniture items being sold unreserved. A fully photographed catalogue is available on the website www.yarravalleyauctions.com. au. There is also the option to do online prebidding for those who can’t make it. Members of the public can also view the auction on Friday 5 October from 10am to 7pm. This once-in-a-lifetime sale is an event not to be missed with pieces to furnish any home, holiday house or shop up for grabs. dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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CHEERY COMFORT ON A BIG BLOCK SET back from the street on a 639 square metre (approx.) block of of lovely park-like gardens, this sun splashed three bedroom plus study family haven is a bright spark with further promise. Stylishly updated with timber look floors, this spacious home enjoys a front study, a generous main bedroom with fitted dressing area and sleek ensuite and two further large bedrooms (BIRs. There is a renovated porcelain tiled bathroom, a huge open plan entertaining area with vaulted ceiling incorporating the generous family kitchen (timber benchtops, gas cooking, deep fryer, 900mm oven and dishwasher) and a separate fitted laundry with third toilet. Quietly comfortable with scope to subdivide, there’s plenty to love about this home with its solar panels, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, security door, white timber blinds, a generous paved courtyard with large shed, vegie gardens and a water tank and there’s plenty of parking at the front. It’s a short stroll to Parkmore Shopping Centre, bus services, bike trails and parks, minutes to Eastlink, a choice of state, catholic and private schools and the beautiful Tatterson Park. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 36 Fenton Court, KEYSBOROUGH, 3173 Description: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1 study, 2 garage Price: $745,500 - $820,000 Inspect: As per advertised Auction: Private sale Contact: Art Sudharm, OBRIEN REAL ESTATE

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‘Dunbar Farm’ Traralgon/Latrobe Valley Cattle/Sheep/Cropping/Land Bank Investment • Edge of town boundary with excellent road access • 28in rainfall, town water, permanent ‘Traralgon Creek’ • Excellent balance fertile river lats & undulating country • Historic outbuilding & home site with established English trees • 2 hours to Melbourne CBD

For Sale by Tender closing 16th November 2018 394ha - 972ac Elders Rural Services Don Olden 0417 805 312 In conjuction: Ross Johnson Real Estate Ross Johnson 0428 100 448 Web Id 19760601 12401106-RA41-18

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Call Anthony Rabl 0458 236 466 Inspect By Appointment Dreams Do Come True We are excited to offer this rare and limited, once in a lifetime opportunity. The time is now to own a beautiful parcel of 110 acres just 4.9km (approx.) from both Warragul and Drouin. The scenic property boasts breathtaking rural views and rolling green hills, evoking a tranquil setting of peace and serenity. The acreage is divided into four paddocks and has all you could need and more with power available, fantastic shedding, cattle yards, water troughs, a sensational large dam with pumping shed and a 10.0 megalitre licence.

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Located at the end of a ‘no through’ road 1.5km off the Grand Ridge Road, is this private retreat featuring spectacular views. A shipping container works well as weekend accommodation. The 80 acres has 24 acres of plantation forest crop gums planted in 2001, and with the remaining land consisting of natural bush gullies and latter land being cleared with pasture. Water is from three dams and a permanent creek. This is a great ‘getaway’ property with forestry options as well as running some livestock.

A short stroll for the kids to school, parks, dance, netball and Warragul Leisure Centre. Just minutes drive & easy trafic to freeway entrance or hospital. A better location would be hard to ind! The home is sizable in all the right places with storage & living space abundant. There are 3 large living rooms, 4 generous bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & a huge alfresco area before the garden complete with raised veggie gardens, chook pen, mulched play area & privacy, open space & mountain views. A double R/c garage + lock up garden shed are also provided.

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A MASTERPIECE IN KEYSBOROUGH WHETHER you like to sit on the balcony and enjoy the view, or entertain your guests and family, look no further with this contemporary Porter Davis built home sitting on a generous block of 600 square metres (approx.) and conveniently located within walking distance to the prestigious Haileybury College and local shops. With a grand tiled entrance leading into a generous ground floor, with the formal lounge area to your left, a gracious kitchen overlooking the two family living and dining areas are revealed soaked in natural sunlight illuminating the shine and spark of Ceaser stone used throughout. The spacious kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, large walk-in pantry and an island stone bench top; enabling you to freely move around and entertain at all angles. Bring the family together in the spacious retreat upstairs delivered with four bedrooms

- three of them including walk-in robes and the third bedroom with a built in robe, ducted heating and evaporative cooling and serviced by a family sized bathroom with bath, shower and separate toilet. The outstanding master bedroom is truly luxurious with a walk-in robe, spa inclusive ensuite with double vanity and frameless shower, a private balcony with magnificent views. Additional features include upstairs balcony, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and ducted vacuuming throughout, double remoted controlled garage with extra space for additional vehicles in the driveway, powder room and laundry. Secure this family home today in the most sought-after pocket of Keysborough, close to shopping centres, schools and with walking distance to sporting arenas this home and location has it all. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 22 Stanford Avenue, KEYSBOROUGH, VIC 3173 Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 garage Price: $1,400,000 - $1,500,000 Inspect: Wednesday 5-5:30pm Saturday 12-12:30pm Auction: Closing date sale: Tuesday 23 October at 6pm Contact: Chris Azar 0412 656 205 and Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379, BIGGIN SCOTT

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Tucked away at the quiet end of the street and being one of 4 on the block. This is a rare find! Offering a formal lounge, two big bedrooms with built in robes, meals area off the neat kitchen with gas cooking and rangehood, combined bathroom/laundry, undercover entertainment area and private front and rear yards, garden shed and a large carport. Other features include gas heating, gas hot water service, split system air conditioning and vertical blinds. Village Dandenong Shopping Centre, Freeway access and Hallam Secondary College are all within 5 minutes drive. IDEAL DOWNSIZER/FIRST HOME

Two properties totalling 1,180m2 with Plans and Permits for 5 units/townhouses. Double street frontage with access from Nicole Avenue. Currently has two homes let at $32,760 per annum. Build now or in the future but your plans are in place and the hard work to get them approved has already been done. Close to Oasis Sporting Complex and Pool, Dandenong Market and CBD, Schools, Mosque, Churches, shops and so much more. Alternatively, move into one and rent the other out. LOCATION & POTENTIAL!

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ELEGANCE & STYLE!

Set on an elevated block of 850m2 with balcony views of the Dandenong Ranges, this entertainer's home features four bedrooms. three bathrooms, two large living areas including a huge rumpus/games room adjoining a second kitchen which opens to a covered alfresco outdoor entertainment area. The lounge features a gas log fireplace. Other features include air conditioning, coonara wood heater, stainless steel appliances, extensive use of granite benchtops, porcelain floor tiles, timber flooring, striking staircase, double garage with auto doors, side access for trailer or boat and large workshop/shed located at the rear. Inspection is a must!

For Sale: $945,000 to $1,039,000 oPen: Wed 4:40pm to 5:00pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:20pm

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3 BEDROOMS + BUNGALOW ON 675m2

Set on a large 675m2 (approx) block in the bowl of the court, this property offers peace and quiet and also backs on to a large reserve which is ideal for walking the dogs or letting the kids kick the football. Three large bedrooms set around the central bathroom, a renovated kitchen/meals and a separate lounge room. Plus there is a shed/bungalow/fourth bedroom set behind the garage. Add to this ducted heating, split system cooling, 3 K/W solar on the roof and so much more! FIRST HOME BUYER'S DELIGHT!

For Sale: $540,000 to $585,000 oPen: Wed 4:00pm to 4:20pm & Sat 1:00pm to 1:20pm

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SPRINGVALE 6 CLAPHAM AVENUE PICTURE PERFECT IN DESIRABLE LOCATION

NEW LISTING

Elevated family residence with expansive zoned living which suits every occasion situated in the prestigious Golden Mile. This exceptional home will surely impress. Sets on a generous 534sqm approx. allotment and a beautiful manicured front garden makes a bold statement upon arrival. • 4 beds 2 baths 2 toilets • Laminate kitchen with s/s appliances • Ducted heating and ceiling fans • An original “Vulcan” heater • A “LG” Air Conditioner • Easy to maintain gardens • Walking distance to Springvale Central • primary and secondary schools • 2 cars garage • 534 sqm approx.

a4 b c2 CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 30th-October @ 6:30pm PRICE Contact Agent VIEW Wed 6:00 - 6:30pm Sat 1:00 - 1:30pm CONTACT Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 OFFICE 363 Springvale Road Springvale 03 858 10 999

KEYSBOROUGH - VIC - 3173 22 STANFORD AVENUE KEYSBOROUGH MASTERPIECE Whether you like to sit on the balcony and enjoy the view, or entertain your guests and family, look no further with this contemporary Porter Davis built home sitting on a generous block of 600m2 (approx.) and conveniently located within walking distance to the prestigious Haileybury College and local shops. With a grand tiled entrance leading into a generous ground floor, with the formal lounge area to your left, a gracious kitchen overlooking the two family living and dining areas are revealed soaked in natural sunlight illuminating the shine and spark of Ceaser stone used throughout. The spacious kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, large walk in pantry and an Island stone bench top; enabling you to freely move around and entertain at all angles. Bring the family together in the spacious retreat upstairs delivered with four bedrooms three of them including walk in robes and the third bedroom with a built in robe, ducted heating and evaporative cooling and serviced by a family sized bathroom with bath, shower and separate toilet. The outstanding master bedroom is truly luxurious with a walk in robe, spa inclusive ensuite with double vanity and frameless shower, a private balcony with magnificent views.

a 5 b 2.5 c 2 CLOSING DATE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Tuesday 23-October @ 7pm PRICE $1,400,000 - $1,500,000 VIEW Wed 5:00-5:30pm Sat 12:00-12:30pm CONTACT Chris Azar 0412 656 205 Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 OFFICE 4-5/320 Cheltenham Rd Keysborough

SPRINGVALE 03 858 10 999 KEYSBOROUGH 03 9701 8938

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KEYSBOROUGH 22/2-22 BREANNE PLACE CHARM AND CONVENIENCE IN THE KEYS With its modern appeal, low maintenance functionality plus exceptional access to public transport and efficient commute to local beaches the location is extremely convenient. • Contemporary kitchen w/ SS appliances. • Ducted heating • Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Outdoor decking area w/ low maintenance front and rear yard. • Single remote-controlled garage w/ internal access.

KEYSBOROUGH 71 CLARENDON DRIVE FAMILY HOME WITH BOUTIQUE FINISHES This Carlisle designed home, positioned on approximately 400m2 has been superbly built, truly setting the bar in premium finishes and enduring style. • Multiple living spaces • Upscale kitchen w/ SS appliances • Ducted heating & Evaporative cooling • Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Master bedroom w/ WIR & ensuite • Outdoor alfresco area • 400m2 (approx)

SPRINGVALE 03 858 10 999 KEYSBOROUGH 03 9701 8938

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KEYSBOROUGH 30 LINDEN DRIVE

AUCTION Saturday 6th October at 11:00am PRICE $480,000 - $520,000 VIEW Sat 10:30 - 11:00am CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Victoria Leav 0499 910 025 OFFICE 4-5/320 Cheltenham Rd Keysborough

TRANQUIL FAMILY TOWNHOUSE Nestled in one of the area’s most sought after locations, this quality residence offers lifestyle brilliance with close proximity to leading schools, park and recreational environments, shops, medical and sporting facilities. • Contemporary kitchen w/ SS appliances • Ducted heating & Evaporative cooling • Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet • Master bedroom w/ WIR, ensuite and balcony • Outdoor alfresco area w/ garden shed • Double remote-controlled garage w/ internal access. • 326m2 (approx)

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KEYSBOROUGH 73 TYERS LANE

CLOSING DATE SALE Tuesday 23rd-October @ 6pm PRICE $850,000 - $925,000 VIEW Tues 6:00-6:30pm Sat 2:00-2:30pm CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Victoria Leav 0499 910 025 OFFICE 4-5/320 Cheltenham Rd Keysborough

CONTEMPORARY FAMILY LIVING This double-story home, in the hub of convenience has been designed with premium features, from the moment you pass through the striking entry you are immediately immersed in open plan style. * Contemporary kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances * Master bedroom w/ WIR & ensuite * Central family bathroom w/ separate toilet * Ducted heating & Evaporative cooling * Outdoor alfresco area * Double remote-controlled garage w/ internal access. * 512m2 (approx)

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a4 b2 c2 AUCTION Saturday 13th October at 12:00pm PRICE $740,000 - $790,000 VIEW Tue 6:00 - 6:30pm Sat 11:30 - 12:00pm CONTACT Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 Victoria Leav 0499 910 025 OFFICE 4-5/320 Cheltenham Rd Keysborough

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Meaning of home 'Home' is a simple word with profound meaning for every person. Six artists from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds have reflected on the word in an upcoming Greater Dandenong exhibition Home. It features the paintings of Tadros Hanna, photographs from Zia Atahi, masks in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition by Lobsang Dhoyou, pyrography by Mirwais Janbaz, installation art works by Adelaide-based Elyas Alavi and prints and drawings from Amir Tehrani Homa. The artists were selected through an extensive submission process, and individually mentored to develop professional pathways. Greater Dandenong Mayor Youhorn Chea said the exhibition reflected the council area as Australia's most culturally diverse. "It is a vibrant and welcoming place and for many refugees and asylum seekers Greater Dandenong is the first place they call home after arriving in Australia. "For this reason Home seems like a fitting title for an exhibition which celebrates the positive influence refugees continue to have in our community and others." IKEA Springvale, as partner to the exhibition, provided $1000 to each artist. Store manager Julian Pertile said the exhibition played a "vital role in helping asylum seekers and refugees establish themselves as artists in Australia". Comedian and writer Sami Shah is the exhibition ambassador. He will attend the opening night. Home opens 6.30pm on Thursday 18 October at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre in Dandenong. It runs until 24 November. IKEA Springvale will host an artistic workshop including live painting on furniture, some of the Home artworks, food tastings and live cultural music. It is on 11am-2pm on Sunday, 14 October.

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Zia Atahi's untitled digital image artwork is part of the Home exhibition. Exhibiting artist Mirwais Janbaz with his pyrographic work.

Cyclist Leonie Hussey and 15 colleagues from Wurth Australia Dandenong are joining 10,000 bike riders in Australia's biggest bike ride United Energy's Around the Bay. This will be Leonie's second time participating in the 100km Melbourne to Frankston return ride to be held on the 7 October. Leonie will be raising money to support the one in seven young Australians currently living below the poverty line. The money raised will help young people in need with practical support for their education. These items will include books, uniforms, shoes, and access to out of school learning and mentoring programs. "Education makes such a difference in young people's lives, so we can't wait to show our support next month by riding strong for kids in need," Leonie said. Leonie says she has been impressed by how many of her colleagues have taken up the charge. "They saw us ramping up our training, heard about the great cause, and said to themselves I'll have a go, she said. In order to raise more money for the foundation Leonie and her colleagues are also selling boxes of socks. "Every dollar raised by riders will help the Smith family reach more young people in need with practical support for their education," Leonie said. Anton Leschen, the general manager from The Smith Family foundation, congratulated Leonie and her colleagues for their generous commitment. "Our nationwide Learning for Life program helps break the cycle of disadvantage for tens of thousands of children in need , and the more money riders raise, the more we can help", he said.

WHAT’S ON Calling all artists Do you want to have your artwork shown for sale at a nationally recognised exhibition? Here is your chance - the 9 by 5 Exhibition is seeking artwork from our talented creative community. Contact Walker Street Gallery on 9406 8441 to register. Registration includes art board/s purchase at $15 each, a prerequisite for participation. Entries due on Thursday 22 November. The exhibition is on 29 November to 19 December. Antique and collectables fair Peruse the antiquities on show at the Berwick Antique and Collectables Fair. Bring along items for valuation between 12pm-3pm ($5 per item no jewellery, stamps or coins). Lunch and refreshments available. All the fair's proceeds go to Riding for the Disabled at Myuna Farm. Sunday 14 October 9am-4pm at Berwick Leisure

Car boot sale Find yourself a bargain at a furniture, cakes and car boot sale on 13 October. Stallholders welcome to market for a $15 fee, which includes a large table. St James' Anglican Church, cnr Langholme and Wilson streets, Dandenong on Saturday 13 October, 8am-1.30pm. Details: Cliff Wallis 9795 8190 or Charles Anderson 0412 221 652.

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Seniors Festival There are plenty of activities in Greater Dandenong as part of the statewide 2018 Seniors Festival. Events are free or low cost, including exercise ses-

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a Drum Theatre backstage tour. The festival runs Tuesday 2 October to Sunday 14 October. Details: www.greaterdandenong.com/seniorsfestival or brochures available at council customer service centres and libraries. Line up for Senior's Festival Local line dancing group U3A will be showcasing their boot scooting skills at Armada Dandenong Plaza as part of this year's Victorian Senior's Festival activities. Ten senior line dancers aged from their 60's to 80's will perform twice at Armada Dandenong Plaza. 8 October, 10am -12pm and 1pm - 2pm, at Armada Dandenong Plaza, Centre Court on Level 2. For more Senior's Festival activities, go to www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festivalsandawards

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A fierce season to come Summer's favourite sport of cricket will return to the local area on Saturday, with the Dandenong District Cricket Association set to kickoff. With the competition re-structure, the Turf 1 grade is set to be fierce, and the quality will rise to yet another level. Can Mordialloc claim a three peat? Or will another challenger emerge? NICK CREELY takes a look at how each side could fare. BERWICK Coach: Will Carr Captain: Matthew Chasemore Last Season: 5th Most Runs: Nathan Pilon (404 runs at 36.73) Most Wickets: James Wilcock (34 wickets at 12.18) Ins: Brendan Rose (Casey-South Melbourne) Outs: James Wilcock (Dandenong), Jarrod Armitage (Springvale South) Home Base: Arch Brown Reserve, Berwick Turf 1 premierships: 6 Most recent premiership: 2011/12 First Match: vs North Dandenong, Arch Brown Reserve, 6 October. How far can they go? Berwick's list is undoubtedly glittered with talent, and they possess some of the finest local cricket names such as Nathan Pilon, Jarrod Goodes and Matt Chasemore. But their gap between their best and worst has been an issue for the last couple of years, and need an overall improvement across the board to climb back into finals. The addition of former Casey-South Melbourne club champion Brendan Rose certainly helps, but the losses of James Wilcock and Jarrod Armitage see them lose two of their top four wicket takers from last year. The one thing that the Bears do have in spades is depth, and they will also back in some of their youth and emerging senior players to take the next step. Finals is within reach, but can they play more consistently as a team? BUCKLEY RIDGES Coach: David White Captain: David White Last Season: 3rd Most Runs: Daniel Watson (746 runs at 62.17) Most Wickets: Jurgen Andersen (29 wickets at 16.9) Ins: David White (South Africa), Chanaka Silva (Moonee Valley), Gayantha Wijethilake (North Dandenong), Yahas Alwis (overseas), Rob Peat Outs: Lukas Hoogenboom Home Base: Park Oval, Dandenong Turf 1 premierships: 2 Most recent premiership: 2012/13 First Match: vs St Mary's, Park Oval, 6 October. How far can they go? A shock preliminary final loss could take nothing away from what was a brilliant Turf 1 season for the club, who continue to set the standard in the DDCA. However, with the list they have, and some of the additions to the Bucks, they are in the premiership window and must capitalise on their home and away dominance from the previous two years with nothing less than a grand final appearance. South African A player David White is a massive in and he'll frighten some of the seasoned Turf 1 bowlers, while Chanaka Silva and Gayantha Wijethilake are stars and should slot in brilliantly in the side. Spots will be hard to get, which is a perfect problem to have for a club that is certainly primed to go one better on last year. HALLAM KALORA PARK Coach: Panel including Steve Gilmour, Ben Hillard, Craig Hillard and Ciaron Connelly Captain: Ciaron Connelly Last Season: 4th Most Runs: Leigh Booth (565 runs at 51.36) Most Wickets: Jordan Hammond (24 wickets at 12.46) Ins: Peter Sofra (Casey-South Melbourne), Jaime Brohier (Frankston-Peninsula) Outs: Thalaivan Sargunam (overseas) Home Base: Hallam Reserve, Hallam. Turf 1 premierships: 2 Most recent premiership: 2001/02 First Match: vs Heinz Southern Districts, Reedy Reserve, 6 October. How far can they go? 28 STAR JOURNAL

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Springvale South and Mordialloc will once again be the teams to beat this season. 178833 Picture: ROB CAREW The Hawks have been one of the most consistent Turf 1 sides for the past two years, but have been unable to take that next step when it comes to finals. Their list, however, is shaping up nicely and they'll be confident they can make a deep run into finals. The addition of seamer Peter Sofra will help add to an impressive bowling group, while Jaime Brohier is a run machine who has had a successful stint with Frankston Peninsula after making piles of runs for Lyndale. The improvement of their core list, and ability to retain their stars should see them as one of the teams to watch this season. They also welcome a new Turf 1 skipper, with Ciaron Connelly set to take on the big job. HEINZ SOUTHERN DISTRICTS Coach: Rob Davies Captain: Trevor Davies Last Season: 8th Most Runs: Michael Davies (468 runs at 42.55) Most Wickets: Michael Davies (35 wickets at 10.23) Ins: Cameron Dinger (Casey-South Melbourne), Suraj Randhiv (Sri Lanka), Justin Davis (returning) Outs: Matthew Cox (Ashburton), Brad Downe (retired), Ricky Johnson (Doveton), Zahoor Sarwari (Endeavour Hills) Home Base: Reedy Reserve, Hampton Park. Turf 1 premierships: 0 First Match: vs Hallam, Reedy Reserve, 6 October. How far can they go? Some key ins, but some equally key outs, the Cobras will enter the season as one of the genuine unknowns. One thing is almost certain, their bowling attack stacks up with any Turf 1 side, with Cameron Dinger and former Sri Lankan test player Suraj Randhiv giving the side the best spin combination in the competition. Adding to the usual suspects in Michael Davies and Kaushyla Weeraratne with the new ball, and they look formidable. But can they score enough runs as a batting group? The losses of former skipper Matthew Cox and veteran opener Brad Downe leave the side a bit vulnerable. Only played in a grand final two years ago, but may be battling to be in the race for finals. MORDIALLOC Coach: Adrian Jones Captain: Dylan Campbell Last Season: Premiers

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Most Runs: Ian Daniel (772 runs at 55.14) Most Wickets: Ian Daniel (30 wickets at 15.50) Ins: Nuwan Kulasekera (Sri Lanka) Outs: Stuart Squires, Jakob Woinarski (St Kilda), Chathura Athukorala (Tasmania) Home Base: Ben Kavanagh Reserve, Mordialloc Turf 1 premierships: 3 Most recent premierships: 2017/18 First Match: vs Springvale South, Alex Nelson Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The reigning premiers are once again looming as a threat to claim their third consecutive Turf 1 premiership, in what would be one of the most extraordinary runs local cricket has seen in recent memory. Brilliantly coached by the highly regarded Adrian Jones, the Bloodhounds are well drilled, and each member plays their role. Young quick Dylan Campbell will take the reins as skipper, replacing club legend Stuart Squires who is taking some time off after being at the forefront of a golden era, while other bowlers in Jakob Woinarski and Chathura Athukorala won't be at the club this season. It won't matter, however, with Nuwan Kulasekera - who has taken 199 ODI wickets and 48 test wickets with Sri Lanka - signing on for the club. Adding to the star power of Ian Daniel and Damith Mapa Ralage, the Bloodhounds are primed to once again be in the top echelon of sides. NORTH DANDENONG Coach: Shane Lamour/David Bell Captain: Asfan Thajudeen Last Season: 7th Most Runs: Asfan Thajudeen (278 runs at 21.38) Most Wickets: Gayantha Wijethilaka (26 wickets at 19.19) Ins: Akshay Ballal (overseas), Charan Chahal (overseas), Dineth Silva (overseas), Matin Sultani (Dandenong West) Outs: Michael De Kauwe (Silverton), Nasrat Malikzada (Springvale), Clayton McCartney (McKinnon), Gayantha Wijethliaka (Buckley Ridges) Home Base: Lois Twohig Reserve, Dandenong North Turf 1 premierships: 2 Most recent premiership: 1997/98 First Match: vs Berwick, Arch Brown Reserve, 6 October.

How far can they go? The Maroons have lost some key players ahead of the season, with Asfan Thajudeen taking over the captaincy in what looks to be a new look side. Last year's leading bowler, Gayantha Wijethilaka, departs, and that should have an impact on their strike power with the new ball. But some strong overseas additions, such as Dineth Silva and Charan Chahal, should ensure they remain competitive, and they will be hoping that some youngsters can take their chances to shine when called upon. But they could be in the midst of a relegation battle, with the talent and improvement of sides around them almost certain to make it difficult. SPRINGVALE SOUTH Coach: Craig Slocombe Captain: Craig Slocombe Last Season: Runners-up Most Runs: Steven Spoljaric (457 runs at 45.70) Most Wickets: Malinga Bandara (37 wickets at 14) Ins: Jarrod Armitage (Berwick), Matt Wetering (Dandenong) Outs: Mitch Forsyth (Dandenong) Home Base: Alex Nelson Reserve, Springvale South Turf 1 premierships: 8 Most recent premiership: 2010/11 First Match: vs Mordialloc, Alex Nelson Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The Bloods will be snarling after falling short in their Turf 1 decider to Mordialloc last year, and will be a side with plenty of motivation to upset the stunning run of Mordi. Featuring some brilliant names such as captain-coach Craig Slocombe, multiple Wookey Medal winner Steve Spoljaric, Former international spinner Malinga Bandara, the Bloods have no shortage of star power. Jarrod Armitage returns from a stint at Berwick and will be a crucial part of the side, while former junior Matt Wetering returns after doing some excellent work at Dandenong, and will be among the best quicks in the competition almost immediately. The depth is also an impressive aspect of the club, and plenty of kids and seniors will be pushing their case at Turf 1 level. They know what it takes to win premierships, and with Slocombe leading the charge, the Bloods will take some beating. ST MARY'S Coach: Kaushalya Gajasinghe Captain: Kaushalya Gajasinghe Last Season: 6th Most Runs: Kaushalya Gajasinghe (372 runs at 46.5) Most Wickets: Kaushalya Gajasinghe (31 wickets at 10.23) Ins: Luke Davis, Dan Davis (both England) Outs: Shakeel Ahmad, Adam Welcome Home Base: Thomas Carroll Reserve, Dandenong Turf 1 premierships: 7 Most recent premiership: 2002/03 First Match: vs Buckley Ridges, Park Oval, 6 October. How far can they go? The Saints were only a couple of games away from a shock finals berth in their return to the DDCA's top flight last year, and will be hoping that they can find some improvement within their list after a relatively quiet off-season to push for finals or at least make it hard for other sides around them. The class of the Turf 1 looks as good as it has ever looked, so it would be an incredible achievement for the club to break through and play finals. But with Kaushalya Gajasinghe still around and in the prime of his career, the Saints will internally be confident that they can be one of the surprise packets of the season despite a couple of losses in Shakeel Ahmad and Adam Welcome, who were both influential last season. Regardless of whether the club plays finals this year, the Saints are a proud club and will leave nothing in the tank. dandenong.starcommunity.com.au

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the common goal of defending their crown. Dandenong skipper Tom Donnell will once again lead a group well and truly in their prime, and said that the feeling around Shepley Oval isn't any different after breaking through for the premiership last season. "It's pretty same same - there's probably less pressure because the guys have got a bit of success, but the feeling around the club is pretty similar, we're a pretty casual and upbeat group," he said. The Panthers have welcomed back seamer James Wilcock to the club after a stint at DDCA club Berwick, while Jak Jowett is the only noticeable loss from a first XI group that will stick together and look to build for another tilt at a flag. Donnell said the biggest positive for a stable off-season with little player movement was the chance to improve the overall depth and quality of a list that's been building for a few years. But as a result, will give the selectors plenty of headaches in picking the sides on Thursday. "We're trying to develop our own guys - our twos were really strong last year, and even our thirds, so it's a good chance for the club to promote their own, which leaves the whole club in good stead," he said. "If a batsman gets injured or a bowler does, we know we've got a replacement that can come in and do the job. "It is very hard and challenging (for selection), because there is so many guys around the mark, so there will be a lot of really unlucky guys come round one. It's a very long season, so they'll get plenty of chances to prove themselves and get to where they want to be.

"And the core group is still there from last year, and hopefully we'll see a bit of James Pattinson early on in the year, maybe as a batsman and maybe to bowl a bit, so we'll see on that one, but it'd give us a boost." While Donnell expects the usual suspects in veterans Brett Forsyth, Darren Pattinson and James Nanopoulos to be at the top of their game, he said that some of the club's most promising youngsters will get their chances to shine. "Dane Heverin did well on the weekend and will look to push through, he's a good bat. Another young opener in Andre Fernando will get a good chance in the seconds to do well, so guys like that - they'll have experience in Pete and Mick Sweeney around them pushing for first selection too," he said. "There is a couple of good leggies coming through - we've got some great youngsters, so there's some positives signs from those grades to do well this year and push for selection." The champion skipper compiled 752 runs last season, and said that as the leader of the batting group, they'll look to ensure they can emulate their stunning consistency, and once again pile on big scores. "One thing we did extremely well last year was spreading the load - we're looking to do that again this year, our batting's as deep as its been in my time at the club I believe, and it shows great signs," he said. "Ed Newman's playing well, LJ (Edwards) is an extremely good player, Nano (James Nanopoulos) as the all-rounder, and blokes like Cam Forsyth, Comrey Edgeworth and Josh Slater will get their chances. "If one person doesn't do the job, our main

Coach: Nick Speak Captain: Tom Donnell President: Gary Davidson Specialist Coaches: Paul Boraston (senior assistant) Chairman of selectors: Darren Dempsey Last Year: Premiers and One Day Premiers Club Championship: 3rd Most Runs: Brett Forsyth (825 runs at 48.53) Most Wickets: James Nanopoulos (40 wickets at 16.63) Ins: James Wilcock (Berwick) Outs: Jak Jowett (Clayton), Ryan Quirk (CaseySouth Melbourne), Matt Wetering (Springvale South), Luke Gandy (Frankston Peninsula), Matt Davis 2nd XI captain: Mick Sweeney 3rd XI captain: TBC 4th XI captain: Mark Boraston and development coach

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focus is for the next person to step up." And as they prepare to take on a fired up Ringwood - who will be looking to start the season off brightly after a disappointing 2017/18 - Donnell said nothing will change from his perspective, they'll play Dandenong cricket, and only be worried about things within their control. "Winning a couple of premierships, we know sides will come after us a lot more - we'll think about our own plans and how we play," he said. "When teams do come after us, we always seem to be able to play a bit better, so it may be a good things for us."

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DDCAâ€™s comings and goings By Nick Creely

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CRANBOURNE Coach: Matt Blackman Captain: Matt Blackman Last Season: 10th in Turf 1 Most Runs: Lucas Ligt (234 runs at 26) Most Wickets: Pardeep Boyal (16 wickets at 19.81) Ins: Matt Blackman, Riley Blackman (Rowville), Marty Kelly, Dean McDonnell (returning) Outs: Brandon Roscoe, Jake Harrington (Seaford), Jawed Hussaini, Jakeb McVicar (Narre South), Nivin Sathyajith (Frankston Peninsula), Ben Ingham (Narre Warren) First Match: vs Dingley, Souter Oval, 6 October How far can they go? In just two years, the Eagles find themselves in Turf 2 and with what looks like a completely different side. Under new coach Matt Blackman - who comes highly regarded from Rowville - the Eagles will look to rebuild through its exciting youth and look to unearth some hidden gems. DANDENONG WEST Coach: Grant Mills Captain: Matthew Collett Last Season: 9th in Turf 1 Most Runs: Matthew Collett (225 runs at 17.31) Most Wickets: Peter Atkinson (28 wickets at 16.25) Ins: Adam Bayly (Kingston Hawthorn), Andrew Harry (returning), Grant Mills (Merinda Park) Outs: Matin Sultani (North Dandenong) First Match: vs Parkmore Pirates, Greaves Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The Westers were certainly competitive particularly late in the Turf 1 season last year - and have got the perfect chance to push back into Turf 2 and continue to build its list. There is certainly plenty of excitement around Greaves Reserve with the inclusion of Premier cricketer Adam Bayly, and the overall improvement of its juniors and the stability of its senior squad should see them make a push for finals. DINGLEY Coach: Greg Booth Captain: Corey Booth Last Season: 11th in Turf 1 Most Runs: Christo Otto (261 runs at 29) Most Wickets: Dinuk Hettiarchchi (21 wickets at 11.38) Ins: Nil Outs: Jackson O'Brien (Keysborough) First Match: vs Cranbourne, Souter Oval, 6 October How far can they go? The Dingoes will be a side to keep an eye on this Turf 2 season, and enter the year with supreme confidence that they can do some damage. Retaining Dinuk Hettiarchchi and Matt Hague will give them significant star power, and keep them in the hunt for a premiership. They worked so hard to get back to Turf 1, and with a fit and healthy list, they will fancy their chances of getting back there quickly. NARRE NORTH Coach: Matt Brooks/Brett Lewis Captain: Matt Brooks Last Season: Premiers in Turf 2 Most Runs: Josh Henry (321 runs at 24.69) Most Wickets: Ryan Hendy (42 wickets at 12.52) Ins: Brandon Tyzzer (Cranbourne), Nathan Wilson (Doveton), Michael Dunstan (Beaconsfield) Outs: Josh Dowling, Joel Zietsman (CaseySouth Melbourne), Nathan Pulham, Luke Rogers (Ellinbank) First Match: vs Narre South, Strathaird Recreation Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The reigning premiers of Turf 2 will be hoping to replicate its stunning form in last year's finals into the new season, and will once again be a side to keep an eye on despite a lot of sides improving around them. The losses of Dowling and Zietsman hurt their bowling stocks immensely, but enough depth around the board should have them in the frame to defend its premiership. NARRE SOUTH Coach: Scott Phillips Captain: Scott Phillips Last Season: Runners-up in Turf 2 Most Runs: Scott Phillips (653 runs at 59.36) Most Wickets: Scott Phillips (38 wickets at 7.39) 30 STAR JOURNAL

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Scott Phillips' Narre South will be hoping it can cash in on their dominance from the last two Picture: ROB CAREW years. 178619 Ins: Jawed Hussaini, Jakeb McVicar (Cranbourne) Outs: None First Match: vs Narre North, Strathaird Recreation Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The Lions have been the minor premiers two years straight, but crucially have been unable to breakthrough for a premiership. Despite this, Scott Phillips' hungry group will enter the Turf 2 season as once again one of the sides to pencil in for finals. NARRE WARREN Coach: Sanjeewa Weerasinghe Captain: Sanjeewa Weerasinghe Last Season: Last in Turf 1 Most Runs: Janaka Liyanabadalge (464 runs at 42.18) Most Wickets: Janaka Liyanabadalge (17 wickets at 23.88) Ins: Sanjeewa Weerasinghe (Silverton), Ben Ingham (Cranbourne), James Elliot, Callum Spencer (Casey South Melbourne), Srimantha Fernando (Silverton), Dilusha Nannayakkara (Berwick Springs) Outs: Craig Boswell, Hussain Ali (Jindivick) First Match: vs St Brigid's/St Louis, Bonbeach Oval, 6 October How far can they go? It's no secret that the Magpies endured a horror Turf 1 season, but is one of the sides that could benefit from the competition restructure as they embark on a new era. Some handy new recruits, and the retention of Janaka Liyanabadalage should have the Magpies in a position to be extremely competitive. PARKMORE PIRATES Coach: Anurudda Foneska Captain: Anurudda Foneska Last Season: Third in Turf 2 Most Runs: Amal Athulathmudali (536 runs at 38.29) Most Wickets: Amal Athulathmudali (29 wickets at 13.93) Ins: Aditya Ganesh (Prahran), Madhawa Sakuranga (overseas), Kasun Chamara (overseas), Ammar Bajwa (Carlisle Park), Jason Noyahr (Parkfield), Anurudda Foneska (Lynbrook) Outs: Gayan De Silva (Yarragon) First Match: vs Dandenong West, Greaves Reserve, 6 October How far can they go? The Pirates enjoyed a strong Turf 2 season last year to finish in third spot, and have been one of the most active clubs in bringing in new recruits to have a red hot crack at a premiership. Anurudda Foneska joins as captaincoach and has all the tools to be a massive addition for the club, while Aditya Ganesh returns from a stint at Prahran and quality allrounder Ammar Bajwa joins. ST BRIGID'S/ST LOUIS

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Coach: Vaib Deshpande Captain: Jeremy Hayes Last Season: 4th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Vaib Deshpande (325 runs at 25) Most Wickets: Vaib Deshpande (31 wickets at 15.81) Ins: Ryan Stringer (returning) Outs: Nil First Match: vs Narre Warren, Bonbeach Oval, 6 October How far can they go? While other clubs have gone the path of recruiting from the outside, St Brigid's/St Louis will instead opt down a stable path and look to forge ahead with virtually the same group that got into the Turf 2 finals last year. The club believes they can see natural improvement from their list, and with gun all-rounder Vaib Deshpande still the head coach, the side will definitely be around the mark for finals. TURF 3 BEACONSFIELD Coach: N/A Captain: Alex Roberts Last Season: 6th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Matt Golding (589 runs at 65.44) Most Wickets: Matt Golding (43 wickets at 12.37) Ins: Alex Roberts (overseas), Jack Benbow (Frankston Peninsula), Jake Cutting (Hallam Kalora Park), Kevin Baldsing (Silverton) Outs: Heshal Silva (overseas), Michael Dunstan (Narre North), Glen Scales (retired) How far can they go? An extremely strong off-season will have the Tigers well and truly in the frame to go deep into the season after narrowly avoiding staying in Turf 2. Former Wookey medal winner Alex Roberts will be one to watch, as is former junior Jack Benbow returns after almost 200 matches at Premier level. COOMOORA Coach: N/A Captain: Lance Baptist Last Season: 5th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Joel Robertson (381 runs at 34.64) Most Wickets: Malan Madusanka (24 wickets at 11.75) Ins: N/A Outs: N/A How far can they go? One of the unlucky sides to drop down to Turf 3 after a solid season in Turf 2 last year, the Kangaroos will have an expectation of nothing less than finals. With their list shaping nicely, it should be achieved. FOUNTAIN GATE Coach: Dave Lucas Captain: Dave Lucas Last Season: 8th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Rodni Kumara (379 runs at 29.15) Most Wickets: Rodni Kumara (42 wickets at 10.33)

Ins: Justin De Wet (Dandenong West), Syed Shah (Doveton), Aravind Murali Outs: Dale Jose (Doveton) How far can they go? The overall depth of the club has improved, and the Gators will be eyeing off finals with the new competition structure. Dave Lucas has a young group to work with, but is confident that their natural improvement will help compliment the star power such as Rodni Kumara. KEYSBOROUGH Coach: Stephen Hennigan Captain: Jacob Hennigan Last Season: 9th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Andre Peters (361 runs at 27.77) Most Wickets: Hennadige Fernando (13 wickets at 11.38), Abhinay Motupalli (13 wickets at 21.77), Daniel Banhidi (13 wickets at 29.92) Ins: Jackson O'Brien (Dingley) Outs: Yohan Arumadura How far can they go? Keysborough will be looking to inject some youth, and trying to build a list from within the club. The club will aim to breakthrough for finals and with the stability of their playing group, would fancy their chances. LYNBROOK Coach: Chris Jarrett Captain: Chris Jarrett Last Season: 11th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Cody Thompson (230 runs at 20.91) Most Wickets: Dinesh Vensilaus (18 wickets at 16.17), Jesse Walia (18 wickets at 22.11) Ins: Chris Jarrett (Narre Warren) Outs: Anurudda Foneska (Parkmore Pirates) How far can they go? The Lakers will be a youthful, energetic side under new coach Chris Jarrett, and have had a relatively quiet off-season, looking to just consolidate their list and build their future. LYNDALE Coach: TBC Captain: Ben Montgomery Last Season: 12th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Brendan Ash (306 runs at 21.86) Most Wickets: Farazur Rahman (15 wickets at 26) Ins: Girish Chopra, Nirmal Soysa (overseas) Outs: Rory Ingram (Springvale South), Dylan Vanderwert (Dandenong) How far can they go? Once more, the club will be looking to inject its youth into the senior grades, with the 17 to 22 year old's set to be a major feature of its first XI. A couple of overseas players will help with the overall depth of the side. PARKFIELD Coach: N/A Captain: N/A Last Season: 7th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Tanil Dehigaspitiya (296 runs at 29.6) Most Wickets: Matthew Aslett (22 wickets at 15.73) Ins: N/A Outs: Jason Noyahr (Parkmore Pirates) How far can they go? The Bears were an ultra-competitive team in Turf 2 last year, and will certainly have an expectation of playing finals this season. SILVERTON Coach: Simon Beshara Captain: Simon Beshara Last Season: 10th in Turf 2 Most Runs: Clinton Gottinger (318 runs at 28.91) Most Wickets: Shrimantha Fernando (19 wickets at 22.26) Ins: Mick De Kauwe (North Dandenong), Simon Beshara (Beaumaris), Alex Kerr (St James), Michael Klonaridis, Michael Ashman, Tom Davis (Noble Park) Outs: Kevin Baldsing (Beaconsfield), Sanjeewa Weerasinghe, Shrimantha Fernando (Narre Warren) How far can they go? A tough season for the ones last year, but Silverton could be one club that rises after a brilliant off-season. Adding Simon Beshara to the mix has given the club a level of professionalism it hasn't seen for a while, and a good mix of recruits plus an acceptable level of retention could see the Turf 3 side seriously have a crack at playing finals. dandenong.starcommunity.com.au