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Steve Richards has found his piece of paradise in the Yarra Valley. 187490 The team competes in the Australian GT Championship with Steve driving a BMW M6 GT3.

Another feature of Yarra Valley living that appeals to the whole family is the great diversity the region offers.

"We can do so many different things around here and we're in one of the most beautiful areas of Australia. I love mountain bikes so I'm hanging out for all these new bike trails to open."

"There are all the wineries for lunch and Killara Estate is one of our favourites. I like to try anything new but I'm also a steak and three veg sort of guy."

"For a picnic or a drive my favourite place is up along the Black Spur where there are some

great little spots."

"It's great that the Healesvile to Yarra Glen train line is coming back and that the whole Yarra Valley keeps moving forward with new things."

When asked about the way children learn to drive he said he would like to see more driver education in schools. With his own children now on the road he is a big fan of defensive driving courses.

"We put ours through defensive driving courses and all our nieces and nephews get a defensive driving course for their 18th birthday."

"It's not about them learning to send the car sideways, it is just giving them an experience of how to use the brakes and steering to

get them out of a tight situation."

A not so well known fact is that Steve has a restricted pilots licence which he wants to progress into a private pilots qualification.

"With the two airports in the Yarra Valley it would be great to be able to take off and head in whatever direction we feel like on the spur of the moment."

As both a high-achiever and a father he has his own message on what it takes to be successful at life.

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Steve Richards spent 15 years as a V8 Supercar driver and has won five Bathurst 1000s, so he knows a thing or two about high pressure environments.

He grew up in Melbourne's eastern suburbs and from early years he had an eye on living in the Yarra Valley. "Everyone aspires to have their own little piece of paradise and for me that's the Yarra Valley," he said.

"Having grown up around the area for so many years I wanted to live in a peaceful, beautiful place, that's what I consider is important to me and my family."

"I work in a high performance, maximum pressure world but when I drive through Lilydale and get on the Warburton Highway it's like a load lifts off my shoulders."

"I drive away from the real world into a world of peace and that's how I feel about the Yarra Valley."

Steve, with wife Angela and children Clay and Priya, found their three and a half acre haven 10 years ago. He says it's a great place for families and kids to grow up in.

"Kids have got access to so many different things to do out here, things that you don't have if you live in suburbia," he said.

"Priya's passion is horse riding so we built an arena here at home. She can come back from school, finish her homework and go outside and ride."

With a father and a grandfather so immersed in motorsport it's no surprise that Clay is following in their tyre-tracks. He is racing gokarts at the moment and wants to develop his motorsport career further.

"Most weekends when we are home we are either at horse riding or go-karting so it keeps us pretty busy."

Apart from his cameo appearances in Supercar races, Steve is focussed on his own business, Steve Richards Motorsport, which he and Ange run together.

"I love what I do now more than anything I have done before.

We are a family team, not a corporation team, so we are both fully involved."

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On right, SHHAG members Jane Judd and Cr Fiona McAllister with a local family during Healesville Hospital campaigning. 176447 that the lack of maternity services in the Yarra Ranges needed to be addressed.

It's an issue we'll continue to follow this year with the hope of forcing some action.

And it's an issue that would have flown under the radar without SHHAG bringing it to our attention.

The Mail team is ever-grateful for the community interaction we enjoy.

Our Facebook page is one avenue for these conversations, and we reached out there to find out who our readers thought worthy of the Person of the Year title.

Now-retired Mail journalist Kath Gannaway received many nominations following her departure from the paper in September.

Readers described her as "a wonderful supporter of our community over many years. A woman of immense integrity and heart."

Kersten Gentle said she'd had many differing points of view with Kath over the years.

"But she truly should be recognised for her service to our community," she said.

"So many keyboard warriors these days attack people who don't share the same opinion.

"However Kath, following in the footsteps of Mardie, has ensured reasonably fair and open discussion within the community.

"I for one truly admire her community work through her time at Mail."

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Another said he was "directly responsible for getting stuff done/fixed in Healesville" and a third wrote that "Garry is just a fabulous human being who is the heart of Healesville!"

Departing Wesburn Primary School teacher Mrs Hochkins received several mentions, as did Healesville Inter-Church Community Care Inc (HICCI).

Other applause went to emergency services volunteers, district nurses in Healesville, "Angela Fleay for her exceptional cooking skills, helping others and care given to horses attending race meetings" and Kirsty and Steve Bowness for their cystic fibrosis fundraising.

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Selecting our Person of the Year is never an easy task.

This community is filled with passionate, hard-working people who quietly go about making the Yarra Valley and Upper Yarra a great place to be.

In terms of impact, it was hard to look past Save Healesville Hospital Action Group (SHHAG) for the nod for 2018 - the Group of the Year.

In March, SHHAG chair Jane Judd spoke out about cuts to health in the Yarra Valley and extended waiting lists.

Then in September, she shared the group's submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Perinatal Services and spoke to the inquiry's recommendations.

The inquiry recommended that the Department of Human Services engage with public hospitals to look at expanding admitting rights for private midwives - a move that could return maternity services to Healesville Hospital.

Dozens of mums from across the Yarra Ranges reached out to share their thoughts on the story, and the Mail's Maternity Push campaign was born.

We spoke to Yarra Valley Midwives and covered SHHAG's public meeting on the issue at The Memo on 4 October.

We shared stories from mothers who gave birth at Healesville and mothers who wish they could have welcomed their child into the world close to home.

Candidates in the November State Election even weighed in on the issue, conceding

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Frank Secomb revealed a simple recipe for reaching 100 in October – “avoid disasters”.

Picture: ROB CAREW The AFL Yarra Ranges' Dreamtime match on 2 June saw Healesville host Woori Yallock in footy and netball. Healesville designer Sophie Young included Wurundjeri symbols such as eucalyptus leaves, a boomerang and wombat in player jumpers and dresses.

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Helicopter pilot Jennifer Bartley with firefighters, from left, Lydia Wilson, Monique Williams, Teagan Morris and Evelyn Wilson in January.

Jennifer is one of Melbourne Water’s seven fulltime and eight casual female firefighters based in Healesville to protect Melbourne’s water supply.

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Katrina of The Basin takes Toodles on a paddle at the inaugural Adventure Dog at Wandin Park Equestrian Centre.

The cross country challenge event on 27 May supported Coldstream Animal Aid. Picture: GREG CARRICK

Scott Buckland, Brenton, Shenee, Dani and Sophie celebrate Australia’s largest social enterprise production nursery, Yarra View Nursery, taking its first steps into the commercial sector.

The Mount Evelyn-based nursery was awarded a $500,000 contract in May to supply plants for the State Government Level Crossing Removal Project. Picture: ROB CAREW

Fellow CFA volunteers saluted John Sutton''s 60-year commitment to Yarra Glen Fire Brigade in July.

He was made a CFA Life Member and the brigade named the John ''Sutto'' Sutton fire truck in his honour. Picture: KATH GANNAWAY

Warburton teenager Ryan Hughes is a rising star on the slalom circuit.

In February he was to represent Australia in the New Zealand Nationals Schools Championships and Open Canoe Slalom Championships.

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Artist Gulsen Ozer in Healesville in September, promoting It Takes a Town school holiday art workshops for young people.

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IN BRIEF Shots fired in Woori Yallock

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Police arrested a 50-year-old man over a shooting incident in Woori Yallock.

They responded to reports of shots fired this morning (Friday 21 December).

Investigators said a man allegedly fired a number of shots into the yard of his Allsops Road home just after 5am. Two women who were home at the time were uninjured.

Police arrested the man without incident.

By Michael Doran CFA firefighters have commended the swift action of the balloon pilot who landed his burning craft safely in Gruyere on Boxing Day. The balloon, from Go Wild Ballooning in Coldstream, took to the air around 5.30am from Wandin Park with 15 passengers and the pilot.

Shortly after take-off an on-board fire forced the pilot to make an emergency landing in a paddock near Cahillton Road in Gruyere.

The pilot was able to bring the balloon down under control to a safe landing for all onboard.

The CFA were alerted to the emergency prior to the landing and arrived on scene just after 6am to find the balloons basket and five gas cylinders fully alight.

It took crews from Coldstream and Gruyere using six trucks to contain the fire to an area covering six by eight metres. The fire was declared under control by the CFA at 6.38am.

Coldstream CFA Captain, Sean Bethell said, “Great job by all who attended the balloon incident on Boxing Day. Pilot did a great job to get the passengers to safety on the ground under stressful circumstances and crews from Coldstream and Gruyere CFA worked well together to extinguish and keep the gas cylinders cool till they finished venting. Thank you to Victoria Police and investigators, well done all.”

Victoria Police reported that one passenger suffered minor injuries and was taken to Maroondah Hospital for observation.

In a statement, National Commercial Ballooning Industry Spokesperson Damian Crock said a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances of the accident will be conducted by the Air Transport Safety Bureau.

“The pilot, one of Australia’s most experienced commercial hot air balloon pilots with approximately 5500 hours in command, flew the aircraft under challenging circumstances and managed to land the balloon safely and

Gypsy Joker gang Police presence increased in Healesville during a visit from the Gypsy Joker outlaw motorbike gang, which stayed in town from Saturday 5 to Tuesday 8 January.

A number of Public Order Response Unit vehicle were seen in town, and it is believed the motorcycle gang were camping at Toolangi.

Senior Sergeant Kevin Barrie at Lilydale Police said the members would leave on Tuesday to ride to their clubhouse in Wodonga.

“I believe the plan was they were going to stay there for one night but the weather turned and so they’ve stayed a few extra nights,” Sen Sgt Barrie said. “I don’t know of any major problems and there haven’t been any reports or any major issues.”

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Gruyere landing spot for the hot-air balloon that caught fire on Boxing Day. 189017 then evacuate the 15 passengers and himself,” he said.

Go Wild Ballooning was established in 1989 from the Fraser family’s vineyard, Tarraford, located near Yarra Glen. The company lays claim to having pioneered the hot air balloon-

ing industry in the Yarra Valley and says that ‘passenger safety is our first priority.’

Commercial ballooning is regulated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and requires an Air Operator Certificate and pilots must hold a Commercial Pilot Licence (Balloon), also issued by the authority.

Have an early say on Coldstream school

By Casey Neill Yarra Ranges Council is urging residents to share their thoughts on plans for an autism school in Coldstream.

At their Tuesday 18 December meeting, councillors agreed to seek public feedback on the proposal for land on Kelso Street within Fairway Park, near the preschool.

Lyrebird College is asking to lease about 4000 square metres of clear grassland for five years, with a potential four-year second term, to establish a school for children with an autism spectrum disorder.

Ryrie Ward Councillor Fiona McAllister encouraged residents to share their thoughts about the potential lease before submissions closed on Tuesday 22 January.

"We want to know what the community thinks before we move ahead," she said.

"This is a particularly difficult time of the year for community engagement, with many people on holidays or taking some time off,

and we know the park in Coldstream is a wellloved area."

The council will use submissions and feedback to form its final recommendation to approve or deny the lease at its meeting on 12 February.

If councillors approved the lease, Lyrebird College would need to submit a planning application for any proposed works to take place on the site.

This would go through its own notification and consultation period.

The Mail flagged the proposal late last year.

A council report said the college would add to the area's status as an educational precinct, and produce positive community outcomes.

Lyrebird College spokeswoman Melissa Handbury said the school would cater for children from Prep to Year 10.

"If all goes to plan, Lyrebird College will open in January 2020 with an initial enrolment of 12 students in two classes," she said.

She said leasing the vacant council land would re-energise the precinct and provide an opportunity to share resources and expertise.

"We see ourselves forming a strong connection with the whole Coldstream community," she said.

Ms Handbury said there were very few options available for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders outside of the public sector.

"In general, there are limited schools in Victoria specialising in the care and education of children with an autism spectrum disorder," she said.

She said Lyrebird College would provide a quality, tailored and outcome-focused education option in a fun and safe setting.

"Our classes will have a high staff to student ratio with each student receiving 1:1 learning time as necessary to enhance their learning and to assist in achieving their goals," she said.

To read more and make a submission, visit www.yrc.vic.gov.au/kelsostlease.

Skate park graffiti Police arrested a 26-year-old Coburg woman and charged her with criminal damage to the Warburton skate park.

They alleged she defaced the site with graffiti. She was bailed to appear at the Ringwood Magistrates' Court at a later date.

Redwood signs stolen Thieves stole signs from the Redwood Forest car park in East Warburton. In a post on Facebook, local councillor Jim Child said a number of signs, ranging from disability parking signs to way finding signs, had been taken.

“After all the hard work by Parks Victoria, Yarra Ranges Council and Victoria Police to make the forest a better place to visit, this blatant unwarranted act of theft has cost us as a community thousands of dollars,” he said.

Warburton Police Sergeant Tom Wilkinson said it was a disappointing outcome.

“It’s disappointing as there’s been a great deal of work conducted by VicRoads and Yarra Ranges Council to make this happen, and then we’ve got some person who has undermined that good work,” he said.

Anyone with information should call Warburton Police on 5966 2006.

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Yarra Glen Sergeant Richard Coulson said the thieves took gardening tools including a chainsaw and mower.

He said they also broke into an unregistered white Mitsubishi ute with a silver tray which he believes they used to tow two trailers, one which had a green John Deere mower on it.

Anyone who might have seen suspicious activity should call Yarra Glen police on 9730 1296 or make a confidential report via Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000.

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What made news in 2018 Warburton Mountain Bike Destination Project Yarra Ranges Council and the community have clashed over plans for the Warburton Mountain Bike Destination Project throughout the year.

In May, the Mail reported that Warburton was looking to become one of Australia’s premier locations for mountain bike riding under a plan to make nearly 100 kilometres of new bike trails in the bush near the town.

Residents like Bee Rawlinson said in June that the community should have an opportunity for input sooner rather than later. “I’m not opposed to recreational bike riding, I just want to make sure it is appropriate and that everyone gets an opportunity to have a say at the pre-planning stage. “I feel like I didn’t know anything about this and I just want proper consultation.�

This sentiment continued from many as the year went on, following consultation sessions and announcements.

The Old Warburton Residents’ Association (OWRA) formed following the release of detailed maps of the proposed trails, the majority of which they say will be in and around ‘Old Warburton’ and have a detrimental impact on local residents. “We’re not opposed to mountain biking; we’re opposed to inappropriate development.�

That statement by OWRA spokesman Damian Flynn largely encapsulated the tone of a public meeting held at the Old Mechanics Institute Hall in Warburton by the group in June.

Many of the people who attended were back at the hall the following night for Yarra Ranges Council’s consultation session.

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YEAR IN REVIEW Manager Simon Hall said more than 400 people had signed a petition asking Yarra Ranges Council to look at traffic and pedestrian safety at the intersection, to see if signalisation or a roundabout could be introduced.

Eildon MP Cindy McLeish encouraged local residents to make their voices heard about the intersection after writing to Roads and Road Safety Minister Luke Donnellan in 2017 to ask the State Government to investigate potential upgrades.

In response, the minister said that following a VicRoads investigation the government believed the intersection to be appropriate and would not support any modifications to improve safety.

In October, VicRoads again said it would stay as it is, but community advocacy looks set to continue. In November, we reported that pedestrian safety barriers at the intersection had been destroyed in a crash weeks earlier and those crossing the road were left in a vulnerable state.

Shortly after we published the story, the barriers were repaired.

Healesville residents and visitors were invited to share their thoughts and ideas for a re-design of the Green Street/Maroondah Highway intersection and Taber Lane area to make it more pedestrian-friendly.

Feedback shut down ideas for a plaza, but just what changes will be made to the area remain undecided.

Maternity Push We were overwhelmed with the response to our 8 September article about the push for maternity services at Healesville Hospital.

So much so that we decided to throw our support behind it.

In the lead-up to the 24 November State Election, we took a close look at just why the community was so vocal about returning maternity services to Healesville.

We spoke to midwives and mums from across the Yarra Ranges, and to State Election candidates for their take on the issue.

Readers were vocal about the lack of options for expectant mothers, with most having to travel to the Angliss.

Eildon MP Cindy McLeish with a letter from the Roads Minister saying the government will not upgrade the intersection.

We’ll continue our push this year.

State Election Plenty of pledges flowed from candidates in the lead-up to the 24 November State Election.

The ALP’s Sally Brennan put in a solid effort for Eildon but fell short against Liberal incumbent Cindy McLeish.

In Evelyn, there was a changing of the guard as

Christine Fyffe retired.

Bridget Vallence kept the seat in Liberal hands despite Gail Ritchie gaining some ground for the ALP. Timber In April, the State and Federal governments extended the Regional Forest Agreements (RFAs) covering the Central Highlands, East Gippsland

and the North East, bringing them into line with two other agreements that expire in 2020.

The two-year extension was welcomed by the broader timber industry as providing certainty for the next two years, but the Greens and environmental groups have decried the move saying it opens a two-year window of opportunity for “untold damage” to Victoria’s native forests.

In May, six sawmill operators known as the G6, including three in Central Highlands, accused the State Government of creating uncertainty and confusion in the industry through what they said was a major conflict of interest over the government’s purchase of the Heyfield (Gippsland) sawmill.

In an open letter to the Premier, they said: “We just want to know about the future of jobs, communities and the timber industry in regional Victoria.” Following on, in August, timber industry operators from across Victoria were in Melbourne as a petition signed by more than 2000 supporters was presented in Parliament.

Deputy Leader of The Nationals and Member for Euroa, Steph Ryan MP, presented the petition which called on the government to honour Timber Supply Agreements (TSAs) signed before 30 June 2017. The also G6 put forward a proposal to transition to plantation timber in August.

In an open letter to Premier Daniel Andrews the group said the Bridging the Gap plan would secure the future of the state’s timber industry and end the uncertainty they had been campaigning against for six months.

In October, a Coalition State Government confirmed it would not establish the proposed Great Forest National Park in the Central Highlands.

Victorian Association of Forest Industries (VAFI) CEO Tim Johnston said Mr Guy’s commitment was “a positive step for the timber and forestry industry in the state, and he looks forward to seeing the detailed policy platforms from the Coalition”.

A State Labor Government spokesperson said: “We continue to work with industry, unions and environmental groups to ensure Victoria balances conservation outcomes with jobs.”

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Quotes of the year "Right beside me was a huge wedgetailed eagle on the ground...I thought it had a rabbit at first ... " said Mitch Bartlett on the moment he realised the giant bird of prey had attacked his chihuahua, Bear, in April.

"This is the first time in 11 years, since Liam was born, that we have a very solid sense of hope for Liam and Grace, for their health and for their future," said Kirsty Bowness at the end of a successful three-year campaign for cystic fibrosis medication Orkambi to be added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

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"It shouldn't ever happen again," said Steve Contarino at the Walk with Me from Lilydale to Warburton on Sunday 25 February. His late wife, Sue, started the event to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. She died from the disease in May 2017.

ready to set off from Healesville after four years of preparation to tackle the Bicentennial National Trail in March.

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"The owner of the hospital told my parents that if they didn't call me Pax or Peace, he wouldn't let me out of the place," said Beryl Peace Todd, born on 12 November 1918, within hours of World War I's end.

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Much to do at the zoo There's plenty to see and do at Mansfield Zoo, including meeting all of the animals or you can even camp overnight if you're game.

If you love animals and a fun family day out, Mansfield Zoo is the place to go, and the meerkats have recently arrived too.

The zoo features a large menagerie of native and animals from around the world including two rare white lions, two tawny lions, monkeys (capuchins, marmosets, rhesus and bonnet), deer, camels, bison, alligator, wombats and plenty more.

The Zoo Keeper feeding tour is a great time to be at Mansfield Zoo. The four lions are fed at 1.30pm each weekend and Victorian school and public holidays, followed by feeding of the Meerkat Mob. Take the opportunity to pat one of the friendly dingoes who walk around with a keeper while the lions are being fed.

You can also feed most the animals by hand every day while you wander the expansive grounds.

A small spade is provided to feed the more gregarious animals, like the camels, who will run off with the spade if they can.

There are sambar, fallow deer and kangaroos roaming the grounds with you, along with guinea fowl and peacocks.

Bring a picnic lunch or use the free BBQs, just watch that the deer don't steal your food from you.

For the more adventurous, there's nothing like trying to sleep to the sound of the lion's roar.

Overnight campers are welcome from September 1 to May 31 each season, but you do need to book a spot.

Bring your own gear and set yourself up for a camping trip with a difference and take the opportunity to roam the zoo after hours.

The Mansfield Zoo is open every day from 10am to 6pm.

More information is available on the website www.mansfieldzoo.com.au, Facebook

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40 years helping Warburton

By Michael Doran The links between Warburton and the Seventh Day Adventist Church are well recorded and one of those links, The Adcare Community Op Shop, is continuing its good work within the community.

The Op Shop has made a $1000 donation to the Children's First Foundation Australia to support the recently separated Bhutan twins, Nima and Dawa. Team Leader Kathy Kearns said the group at the shop had been following the story and were moved to help out with their aftercare.

"We were quite aware of the twins and their family and felt compelled to help," she said.

Our donation will go towards the aftercare for the twins from the operation and for when they return home to Bhutan."

"We currently have two charity projects overseas that we help out. In Thailand we give to a school and in Cambodia we gave a donation to build some incinerators used for burning hospital waste.

"We have been in Warburton for more than 40 years and the need for our services is growing all the time. We get a lot of referrals from the Redwood Centre, particularly in winter when homeless people are most at risk."

"We help out women from the Benwerrin refuge with furniture, money or whatever they need to get back on their feet. We give support

to the people in need who use LinC and the Redwood Centre, we help anyone who needs it.

"We have set aside a special area for single mothers to come in that has a little carpeted area where their kids can play. We say that for any child up to eight years old they can buy 10 items for $5 and we have lots of items to choose from.

The biggest problem we have is people dumping rubbish, especially mattresses, which they usually leave right under the "No Mattresses' sign. It costs us a lot of money that we could otherwise have used to help people in need." That might be a simple way for the community to help sustain the work of this long-running Warburton charity.

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East meets west at Linden Gate

By Michael Doran For the first time in the Yarra Valley, the ChineseAustralian Contemporary Artists (CACA) will be exhibiting at Art at Linden Gate from Friday 11 January until Monday 11 February, 2019.

This group of artists have formed their own strong reputations over many years but it was only in July that they came together to exhibit as a group.

Reggie Clark of Art at Linden Gate said, "The members of CACA have received many national accolades over the past 20 years.

Striving to bring two diverse cultures together as a group of artists born in China and raised in Australia, the artists draw from their unique individual experiences to offer exquisite contemporary art.

"First time visitors to their exhibitions have often expressed surprise when the artists go beyond traditional Chinese art forms such as ink painting, calligraphy and folk art. This exhibition is bringing world-class contemporary Chinese art to the Yarra Valley."

Two of the artists exhibiting are Hong Fu and Pei Pei He, both of whom have had their work entered into the prestigious Archibald Prize.

Hong Fu arrived in Australia in 1990 and has painted many celebrated Australians, including Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, Cathy Freeman, Sir James Gobbo and local artist Ernst Fries. He has exhibited across Australia and his 55 solo exhibitions included Italy, UK, China and four other Asian countries.

Pei Pei He has a fascination with the rhythm and movement of Melbourne's urban landscape and city life, which she depicts with calligraphy in a blend of western and eastern elements. She was born in Shanghai during the Chinese Cultural Revolution and completed her studies at Melbourne University in 2005.

Art at Linden Gate was established by sculptor, Ernst Fries in 1985 and his daughter

Echo Cai, Zai Kuang, Pei Pei He and Hong Fu are exhibiting at Linden Gate. 188687 Reggie Clark manages the gallery as well as the on-site accommodation. Although in his 80s, Ernst Fries is still creating his flowing stainless-

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steel works in the studio at Linden Gate.

The exhibition opening is on Saturday 12 January from 1-3pm and all are welcome with

Aquaman is an entertaining but empty-headed superhero film.

When the zealous Atlantean King Orm (Patrick Wilson) declares war on the surface world, his half-brother Arthur Curry/Aquaman (Jason Mamoa) must claim his birthright as King of Atlantis to avert the war.

Aquaman is thrilling to look at, with stunningly vibrant visual design and well-composed action scenes featuring wide shots and impressive long takes, yet has thinly-written characters and a slow, sloppy narrative.

Mamoa has a relaxed bogan charm as Arthur, but it's hard to invest yourself in his journey because his co-star Amber Heard (as Atlantean princess Mera) is a more compelling and developed lead. Mera is far more quali-

fied to rule Atlantis than Arthur: she's smarter, more focused and more perceptive than Arthur.

The pacing is erratic, dawdling across nearly 2.5 hours yet jumping from one nebulous goal or setting to the next, and the plot muddies Arthur's own character arc.

Arthur seeks an ancient trident that will secure his claim to the Atlantean throne. He develops some humility and responsibility during the journey, implying that he doesn't need the trident to save the day. However, the film's climax still hinges on his possession of the trident, undermining his paltry character growth.

Aquaman's action and dazzling visuals cushion the excessive length, but the film is still unfocused, poorly-paced and features a ripped yet boring hero.

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WITFIELD LODGE LUXURY HOME ON OVER AN ACRE

THIS remarkable one-year-old home has been built to a standard not a budget, the agent says.

A flexible floor plan includes three bedrooms but this could expand to four plus a self-contained area depending on the buyer's needs.

The heart of the home is a marble kitchen complete with Belling free-standing cooker, appliance cupboard, butler's sink and an abundance of cupboards.

The lounge room has an ornate slow combustion wood heater while an open fireplace features in the dining room, with dual spotted gum French doors out to the verandah.

The master bedroom is well-appointed, the agent says, with a fitted walk-in robe and spacious ensuite.

The family bathroom is outstanding, the agent says, with the centrepiece a freestanding claw foot bath.

The home sits elegantly on a flat block of 4223 square metres with the picturesque Britannia Creek winding by at the rear and extensive landscaping.

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Healesville 94 Badger Creek Road Set on approx 2000sqm with great views, this light lled home has a modern feel with renovated kitchen, renovated bathroom, polished oorboards plus a reverse cycle split system and wood heater. Access to the rear is provided by a concrete driveway where there is a pad ready and waiting for a garage to be erected (STCA).

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Chum Creek 6 Barkers Road

Woori Yallock 2 Archer Place

This retro renovator has a vibrant colour scheme, generous rooms and scope to update or renovate back to the original. This 3 bedroom home on approx. 1159sqm of land has a gentle slope and views to the farmland at the rear along with gardens that have been well loved in the past and display established plants and trees.

With large open plan living area leading to an entertaining deck, this two storey home also features a spacious entry foyer and double garage with lots of storage area behind. Set on approx. 500sqm in a group of 6 new homes, with a wide driveway, it is handy to school, preschool, shops, transport and Warburton Trail.

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With just over 3.5 acres of near level land and zoned Low Density Residential, this property has so much potential. If you are looking for a small horse property right in the township then this should tick your boxes as it has separate paddocks, stables, a round yard, tack room plus other shedding including a double garage and workshop.

If you are looking to do a development then this zoning may allow a 3 lot subdivision (STCA). There is also a comfortable 3 bedroom home with a wood heater, reverse cycle split system, and a fantastic covered entertainment area along with great access to the rear yard. So whether you are looking for somewhere to have the family animals, room for the children to play, space to put vehicles, caravan and boat or the opportunity to develop the property for the future (STCA), then look no further as properties like this are hard to nd so close to town.

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35 Hoddle Street Yarra Junction

$600,000 - $660,000

Charming home on a corner allotment Set on a sprawling corner allotment of just over 1800m2 approx & zoned NRZ2 this beautiful home would not only cater for a dreamy lifestyle, but would present a golden opportunity to subdivide (STCA) & reap the rewards this gem has to offer. With soaring high ceilings, feature hardwood looring, ceiling roses & ornate cornices, offers great family accommodation with 3 huge bedrooms, 2 with walk in robes, 2 living areas & front and rear veranda’s to choose from depending upon your mood. The fully fenced block is ideal to keep the kiddies & the animals close at hand, all within walking distance to the local shopping precinct, transport, sporting facilities & the Warburton Trail. A special home, awaiting a new owner.

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190 Inspection: Sat 3:30-4:00pm (Photo ID Required)

3 George Rd East Warburton

60 - 62 Wonga Rd Millgrove

$330,000 - $360,000

$370,000- $395,000

A- Frame renovator!

Nearly half an acre with a little cutie

This unique A- frame designed home is awaiting its new owners to bring it back to life. Sitting proudly on just under ½ an acre of lovely established gardens this will be a delight for those looking for a tree change. The home is a one bedroom open plan design with generous lounge and kitchen area and large bedroom upstairs with small decking where you can capture some mountain views.

Great location, perfect for a rst home buyer, renovator or a delightful weekender.

This 2 bedroom home on approx. 1929m2, offering plenty of space for the kids and pets. Oodles of room to park the cars & boat, even a little babbling brook meandering through the sunny property.

The house offers 2 good sized bedrooms, open plan lounge/family room and an updated kitchen.

Added features include a wood heater, air conditioner, extra study nook or storage room, and a double carport with plenty of extra space to have a great workshop.

Contact: Samantha Price 0438 795 190 Inspection: Sat 11:30am-12:00pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068 Inspection: Sat 1:30-2:00pm (Photo ID Required)

1 Cairnview Crt Launching Place

$570,000 - $625,000

Half an acre with views!

A family home full of surprises starts here! This great family home consists of 2 living areas, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms! Everything that you need! On top of this you have a lat half an acre with stunning Yarra Valley views in a very family friendly sought after area of Launching Place. Walking distance to transport, school and service stations. Concrete drive, triple carport, garden sheds and the icing on the cake - an in ground pool for the kids! Natural gas heating, ceiling fans, and split systems have all your climate needs covered. This home is solid as a rock and is waiting for you to make it your own! Don’t wait, call now for an inspection!

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: Sat 1:30-2:00pm (Photo ID Required)

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Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068

Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 10 years

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Carly James Property Manager

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Julianne Spendlove Administration

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41 Guidehouse Rd Wesburn

$840,000 - $920,000

“Witeld Lodge” - Luxury home on over an acre This remarkable one year old home has been built to a standard not a budget. A lexible loor plan which currently offers three bedrooms but could be up to four plus a self-contained area depending on your needs. The heart of the home is a magnicent marble kitchen complete with Belling free standing cooker, appliance cupboard, butlers sink and an abundance of cupboards. The sumptuous lounge room offers an ornate slow combustion wood heater whilst an open replace features in the dining room with dual spotted gum French doors out to the veranda. The master bedroom is extremely well appointed with a tted walk in robe and spacious ensuite. The family bathroom is outstanding with the centrepiece being a free standing bath. The home sits elegantly on a lat block of 4223 sqm with the picturesque Britannia creek winding by at the rear and extensive landscaping.

Contact: Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 Inspection: Sat 1:00-1:30pm (Photo ID Required)

9 Richards Rd Warburton

$500,000 - $550,000

Charming Character home with Beautiful views If you are seeking the Warburton Lifestyle than this home is a must, perfectly located close to the Yarra River, shops & walking trails this is the one. Meander down a quiet street this weatherboard home embraces the magical feel & views of Warburton. The updated kitchen has ample cupboards, updated electric cooktop & charm of a slow combustion stove, plenty of room to cook up a storm. The dining area is situated ideally with a gorgeous outlook to just sit and enjoy your meals. 3 bedrooms in total, the main bedroom you can simply lie in bed and gaze out & watch the world go by. Extras include polished loorboards, r/c air conditioning, lock up shed with an extra toilet, overall a great home for a weekender & those looking for a quieter lifestyle.

Outside is delightful, sunny gardens with beautiful views, carport & potential bungalow….what more could you want?

Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068 Inspection: Wed 4-4:30pm, Sat 11:30-12pm (Photo ID Required)

10 Valley Grove Pl Yarra Junction

$640,000 - $700,000

Awesome family home with views Located in one of Yarra Junctions most sought after areas this 4 bedroom, 10 year old home is in impeccable condition & boasts lovely mountain views. A perfect home for the large family with two large living zones, safe & secure yard & loads of extra features.

All four bedrooms have robes, master with walk in robe & ensuite plus bay window, huge family bathroom and fantastic kitchen with walk in pantry, gas cooking loads of cupboards and bench space.

Outdoors an awesome covered deck enjoying the views, a wellmanicured garden plus heaps of storage under the house. Extras include double garage, large water tank, gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling & plenty more.

Contact: Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 Inspection: Sat 3:00-3:30pm (Photo ID Required)

Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 30 years

Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 31 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 7 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

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Do you enjoy entertaining? How about 3 living areas plus outdoor entertaining? Would you like to have room for the teenagers & their friends?

Would you like a separate home ofce? Plenty of room for the car, boat & caravan? This property truly offers everything. All set on just over half an acre.

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This well presented 2 bedroom unit comprises open plan kitchen/lounge, gas heating & BIR’s to both bedrooms. Outside is a single lock-up garage with internal access & great sized back yard with large deck for entertaining. Situated close to the township of Healesville with a potential rental return of $320pw.

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Healesville 14A Ayres Road

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Healesville 3 Vine Close

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This fabulous 3 bedroom brick home is perfect for the down-sizer or those just starting out & all set on a lat easy to maintain block. The home features a large open plan living area, ensuite & WIR to master, gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, double remote garage & situated within walking distance to town.

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Located close to town, sits this 2 bedroom apartment arranged over two levels. The master bedroom & ensuite on lower level with the second bedroom & family bathroom on the upstairs level. A well-appointed kitchen, open planned living, private outdoor entertaining area & a lock up garage complete this home.

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$550,000 - $590,000 Inspect

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Healesville 9/83-87 Maroondah Highway

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Healesville 132-134 Maroondah Highway

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Featuring open plan living & dining adjoined by a quality kitchen. 3 bedrooms with full ensuite & WIR to master & BIRs to the other 2 bedrooms. The living area opens out to a paved entertaining area & privately fenced, low-maintenance backyard. Single remote lock-up garage with internal access completes the home.

FOR SALE

This home offers a separate formal lounge, open plan dining, family living area plus spacious kitchen. Featuring a master with large BIR’s plus ensuite, while 2 other bedrooms also offer BIR’s & are serviced by the spacious family bathroom.

The backyard is fully fenced, there is ample parking & a double garage. Call to inspect.

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Healesville 4 Barra Close FOR SALE $279,000 Inspect

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This block is ready to go! Current planning permission is in place, BAL rating has been done at 12.5, all services available and with a good aspect allowing for an excellent design with solar performance in mind. Approx 537m2. Call today so you don’t miss out!

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Located in a sought after area of Launching Place is this two bedroom home with ensuite & modern family bathroom.

Comfort & convenience is assured with a wood heater, ducted vacuum system, gas ducted heating as well as a split system for heating & cooling. The kitchen is modern with quality appliances & incorporates the open plan dining/living area & soaks up amazing mountain views from the large windows!

Double doors lead to a covered alfresco area, also ofering those unbeatable views and the opportunity to entertain all year round. The block is a manageable size of 836m2 (approx.) with a single carport plus rear access to the back double lock up garage with power and concrete floor. Ample space under the home is great for storage, or could be turned into a workshop space, plus there is a 10,000-litre water tank! For more information SMS 21GRAND to 0488 824 379.

FOR SALE $565,000-$615,000 LAND 836m2 (approx.)

INSPECT Sat 12/1 11.30-12pm & Sun 13/1 11.30-12pm or by appointment

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75 Ricketsons lane, launching Place

FOR SALE

105 Gardenhill Road, launching Place

NEW LISTING A Dream Come True!

NEW PRICE The Ultimate Yarra Valley Lifestyle

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Private & stunning location with gorgeous views Approved planning permit for a 2 storey home Under 10 minutes’ drive to Woori Yallock township For building enquiries please contact the Shire of Yarra Ranges on 1300 368 333.

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Sitting in a picturesque rural area is this fabulous 9 Acre (approx.) property. Making the ideal hobby farm with plenty to ofer outside and high end features inside, the country home is deceiving! We have a four bedroom solar powered home with cathedral ceilings and a completely renovated kitchen. The family bathroom and laundry have also been renovated. The unbeatable warmth of a wood fire will keep you cosy in winter and ducted heating/cooling is great all year round. The wow factor has to be the brand new solar heated in-ground pool, the perfect spot to cool down on these hot summer days. Divided into 9 paddocks there is also a chook pen, cattle ramp & yard, hay shed, dog run, two stables, a veggie garden and two dams with a pump! Parking for your cars and machinery is secure in the huge 18x7.5m garage with workshop. For more information SMS 5FARM to 0488 824 379.

FOR SAle $1,100,000 lAND 8.9 acres (approx.)

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Covering the foothills of the Yarra Ranges & Murrindindi Shires

The editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desk The Mail team is now back on deck and looking forward to another year of reporting on the Yarra Ranges.

The soaring temperatures on Friday 4 January put the hills and valley front of mind, even as we enjoyed the final days of our Christmas/New Year break.

The bushfire threat could stick around until April, from what we're hearing locally.

We're full of praise for the area's volunteer firefighters who were on standby, prepared for the worst as the temperature soared above 40 degrees.

We'll be bringing our readers some fire safety messages and advice over the coming weeks.

We'll also be preparing our coverage for the 10th anniversary of Black Saturday.

The devastation is still fresh in many people's minds, and we're mindful of avoiding stirring up painful memories unnecessarily.

Our focus will be on the way the community banded together to rebuild.

We'll touch on the horror the fires caused - it can't be ignored - but will look more closely at the lessons learnt, the improvements made, the friendships formed in the aftermath.

We want to reconnect with people we spoke to immediately after the 9 February blazes, and share stories previously untold.

Anyone who'd like to share their story via interview or a first-person account is welcome to reach out on 5957 3711 or editor@mailnewsgroup.com.au.

- Casey Neill

INSTA-PIC

Santa enlisted firefighters across the Yarra Ranges to help him to greet good boys and girls in the lead-up to Christmas. On most occasions, like here in Belgrave, he was handing out lollies to with a jolly ''ho ho ho!''.

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Water we have here?

Water is such an interesting subject.

Among other things is the fact that when it freezes it expands.

We suffered a bitterly cold morning in Healesville a couple of months back.

Lots of pipes burst!

While travelling to a friend's house with this problem, I came across two vehicles attending to the same.

One is a Yarra Ranges Shire vehicle, the other is a Veolia Water truck.

From Dandenong! Kilometres cost money.

What's our shire doing here?

Rates have gone through the roof and we are using a water company based in Dandenong.

Something stinks!

So, I do what I do, and have a look at this unknown business.

Shock! Horror!

They are a huge French company that intends to 'earn' $50 billion in two years.

They're into water and garbage - appropriate!

I believe we have our own Yarra Valley Water, why aren't we using them?

Yarra Ranges Shire, there are questions here, we expect answers.

Alan Share, Healesville

A right to choose The folks who take party favours and pop pills that are expensive at music festivals or anywhere else know the risks.

The reason that they still do it is to be edgy which is supposed to be cool.

They are exercising their personal freedoms that the diggers of the Anzac fought and died for.

The nanny stater has no role in this issue.

Folks must learn to be responsible for their own words and deeds.

Anyone who depends on governments and the police to keep them safe needs to get another life.

Maybe it is sometimes a hard lesson but freedom means the right to choose your own poison Stanley R Burgess, Healesville

Bike project backlash I completely agree with Donna McIntosh, who expressed outrage that our council would spend such huge sums of money on bike tracks for tourists.

Like the vast majority of residents I have no interest in riding bikes around in the bush and I don't financially benefit from tourism.

Does anyone really believe that having 165,000 extra people in our town every year will make our lives better?

These millions of dollars would be much better spent directly on things that benefit our community. I do not consent to my rates and taxes being squandered on this expensive, intrusive and totally unnecessary project.

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Put your hard waste out Yarra Ranges Council is encouraging residents to check their hard waste collection date and are reminding people to only to put their waste out the weekend before their pickup time.

Annual hard waste, bundled branches and metals collections will be taking place across the Yarra Ranges from mid-January to March 2019, giving residents a chance to dispose of appliances, furniture and excess branches from their properties.

Yarra Ranges Mayor, Tony Stevenson, encouraged residents to check what they can put out for collection and make the most of their collection.

"The annual hard waste collection is a great chance to clean up and clear out our properties and gardens," Cr Stevenson said.

"It's an essential part of the year for many residents, but it's also a very ugly time to be a

visitor coming through the area.

"We're mindful of the fact that the warmer months make up a large portion of our busiest tourist season, but it's also the best time for our contractor to get their trucks to some of the more remote areas of the Yarra Ranges.

"It's worth taking the time to check Council's website, see what you can put out and when, and make sure you only put out your hard waste on the Sunday (weekend) before your collection week begins.

"Ideally, we can all use the service without piles of rubbish sitting on nature strips too long."

Hard waste, bundled branches and metals should be placed neatly in the same area that your kerbside bins are collected and must be able to be easily lifted by 1 or 2 people.

Household items, such as mattresses and furniture items, up to ten pieces of timber (excluding fencing), window glass, mirrors and shower screens (securely wrapped and marked glass), TVs, computers and electronic equipment can be placed out in up to three cubic metres.

Residents can also dispose of unlimited metals, whitegoods and equipment, though fridge doors need to be removed when placed out for collection (to ensure child safety).

Acids, fuels, cleaners and other chemicals cannot be put out for hard waste collection, but can be disposed of through the Detox your home mobile collections organised by Sustainability Victoria.

Check your hard waste collection date at yarraranges.vic.gov.au/myneighbourhood

Yarra Ranges Council is reminding residents to ensure their only putting their items out for collection on the Sunday before the collection week.

CoRE steps forward in 2019

By Michael Doran Healesville CoRE is planning on a big 2019 as it pushes forward with its project for Healesville to become a net-zero emissions town by 2027.

President Jeff Barlow said "We still have a lot of work to do to reach more people in the community and we are in the process of setting up systems, processes and events to do that."

To help spread the word, the group has set up two Community Information Sessions for Monday 25 February at the Memo. The first session is at 1.30pm and the second at 7.30pm and will be launched by Yarra Ranges Mayor, Tony Stevenson.

These sessions will be the launch for the Healesville Community Solar & Battery Offering and there will be information on the planned bulk-buy and what is required from

a technology point of view. There will also be details on financing packages, the electronic monitoring system, called an Ubi, from Mondo Power and the planned Healesville microgrid.

For those interested in the concept of community microgrids a good place to start is www.onestepoffthegrid.com.au which has details of the projects in Yackandandah and Euroa. To learn how the Mondo Power Ubi works and its role in the project visit www.mondo. com.au/community Healesville CoRE is a community volunteer organisation and is always seeking more people to assist with a varied range of tasks, currently looking for a Community Engagement Manager to join the voluntary Central Committee.

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Photo: Rob Bob'sQueensland Backyard Queensland FruitinFly larvaePhoto: in apple.Bron Photo: Bron Koll Queensland Fruit Fly, damaged tomato.

Photo: Rob Bob's Backyard Fruit Fly larvae apple.

Koll Queensland Fruit Fly. Photo: Deb Yarrow ruit Fly. Photo: Deb Yarrow

What do I do if I suspect fruit fly damage in my garden?

Teach others in the community about the importance of garden hygiene, prevention & reporting.

What do I do if

What do I do if I suspect fruit fly damage in my garden?

YV coordinator What do I do if I suspectNotify fruitthefly damage in my garden? bait, traps and netting What do I do if I suspect Use fruit fly damage in my garden?

Pick all infested fruits and treat to kill larvae (cook or freeze) and dispose in a sealed bag into the rubbish bin, not the compost!

Prune all host plants to a height you can easily net & harvest

Prevent infested fruit entering your property & our Yarra Valley!

QFF traps

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QFF damaged fruit.

Continually pick & remove all ripe fruit—prevent QFF being attracted to your crop

Ensure QFF larvae and pupae can’t survive.

STOP THE CYCLE. Trap adult fruit flies.

PREVENT THE NEXT GENERATION.

Monitor regularly Report any suspect damage

QFF larvae in apricot. Photo: C. Bain

Prevent any movement of infested fruit.

QFF larvae in apricot. Photo: C. Bain

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Photo: James Niland

Photo: James Niland

Contacts Regional Coordinator Agriculture Victoria 136186 Neighbours, Agronomists QFF larvae in apricot. Photo: C. Bain Nurseries & fruit growers

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QFF larvae in apricot. Photo: C. Bain

PROTECT OUR FRUIT FLY FREE

Keep infested fruit out YARRA VALLEY

Photo: James Niland

Keep infested fruit out

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QFF larvae in apricot. Photo: C. Bain

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