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Pakenham resident Anita was forced to leave her cattle out in a paddock at Nar Nar Goon when the Bunyip fires hit. She does not know the fate of the house, cattle and the pets there. This view was from Bald Hill Road in Pakenham on Picture: ROB CAREW Saturday. 191054
Fire despair! By Jessica Anstice Pakenham resident Anita is facing sleepless nights as the Bunyip State Park fire continues to burn out-of-control and she is left in the dark about whether her cattle have survived. Lightning strikes started six separate fires in the north-west corner of Bunyip State Park on Friday evening. Firefighters were able to extinguish four of the fires and the remaining two merged on Saturday morning. The fire was described as ‘much larger’ than those in the state park on Black Saturday by CFA assistant chief officer Trevor Owen. Unable to protect her 20 Limousin cows situated in a paddock on Olson Road in Nar Nar Goon North has brought stress and worry upon Anita. “I’m concerned for my cows and the wildlife. I’m absolutely praying to God that everyone and the animals are safe,” she said.
The fire as it looked from the Pakenham Hotel car park. 191054 “I don’t know anything about it at this stage. I don’t even know if the house on the property is still standing. I’m not allowed out there yet and that’s what’s killing me at the moment. “If I had had needed to go there to grab whatever I would’ve gone in a heartbeat.” Anita said she will be ‘devastated’ if she
finds out her cows didn’t make it. “I’m just guttered. It’s the animals. That’s their territory. They can’t evacuate like humans can,” she said. “If people were allowed to clear their land it wouldn’t have been as catastrophic as it has been. “The firefighters are the heroes, so are the water-bombers. It’s the greenies and the council that need to approve of clearing land.” Anita is planning on going back to her cattle as soon as she is allowed in. Cardinia Shire set up relief centres at the Pakenham Hall and Kooweerup Community Centre and was quickly overwhelmed with donations and offers to help. The Casey Cardinia Foundation has set up platform for donations. Anyone wanting to contribute financially to victims can do so through http://www.everydayhero.com.au/ event/BunyipFireRelief
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SES volunteers took five hours to free the horse from mud. throughout the whole rescue. "We aren't that well known for animal rescues, but shows the different range of skills and conditions we need to train for. The crew really went above and beyond in extreme conditions," Mr Honey said.
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Volunteers from the Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) Pakenham Unit were called upon to rescue a horse in the stifling heat in Clyde on Friday 1 March. Receiving the call for help at 9.30am VICSES volunteers were alerted to a horse trapped in mud at a property in Manks Road. While it was not known how long the horse had been laying in the mud for, it was believed to have been stuck overnight and was not able to stand up by Friday morning. With the temperature climbing to a high of 38 degrees, VICSES volunteers battled through the mud and sludge in a five-hour effort to rescue the horse using specialist training and the aid of a local vet to pull the horse to safety. The horse was freed at 2.30pm and given the tick of approval from the vet soon after. Pakenham SES media officer Shayne Honey said crew members came away unharmed, despite spending a significant period of time in the difficult conditions. The horse's owners were on the scene
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Holy site given green light By Brendan Rees An abandoned gym in Narre Warren described as a "drug den" will be knocked down and transformed into a church. Casey Councillors approved a planning permit to be issued for the site at 5 Rebound Court during their meeting on 19 February. The long abandoned site, which has was originally opened in 1980 as the Rebound Leisure Centre has become a hive of vandals, drug users and squatters - just metres from a neighbouring childcare and kindergarten. Last year, Star News reported dumped shopping trolleys, bins, graffiti-strewn walls and a makeshift table with milk-crate seats and a discarded bong being sighted. The applicant for the proposed church is Australasian Conference Association, who acts as a trustee for the Seventh-day Adventist Church. According to a council document, proposed developments predominantly consists of internal rearrangement of the existing building, including construction of auditorium (with mezzanine seating above), hall, Sabbath school rooms, cry room, kitchen, laundry, Deacons Store and ADRA Centre. The church will cater 116 patrons from Sunday to Friday, and up to 200 patrons on Saturdays and special events, under the proposal. Special events would include 10 wedding events, 10 funeral events, four celebratory events, and three religious events with a closing time of 11pm. Casey Councillor Sam Aziz said the place
Casey Councillor Sam Aziz says a new development at an abandoned building in Narre Warren will Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS be of great benefit for the community. 191096 of worship would "be extremely beneficial for our residents." "All new citizens coming to Casey generate economic stimulus which can contribute to
the creation of jobs and prosperity for all our residents," he said. Cr Rex Flannery said the proposed development was a win-win for the community, saying
it would "to clean it up and beautify that end of the street." "Having someone utilising it will deter hopefully people thinking about going there for creating damage to the building and also using it has a drug den," he said. When asked when works would start, Cr Flannery said: "I'm pretty sure they're keen to get started as soon as possible - the sooner the better." Renata McClutchie of Narre Warren, who has been dropping off her daughter to Glorykids Childcare and Kindergarten next door for the past four years, said she hadn't seen any unruly behaviour at the abandoned site but supported the idea of the church development. The proposal does not seek to alter the existing access and parking arrangements, the council document says. Vice-president of Narre Warren Business Group (NWBG) Dale Munckton said "With the application approved we hope there will be no negative impact to the traders and that council will be pro-active in managing any parking/ traffic issues." Neighbouring business owner of Fountain Gate Taxation Service Jeff Riddle said since the gym's closure, intruders "continually break into the rear." "They've tried to set it alight at times too. I've been told that most of the cars that park around the back are luxury vehicles - the drug dealers," he said. Several years ago, the former facility was touted as a potential mosque and community centre by the Hazara group, the Etrat Institute of Australia but was rejected by Casey council due to an abject parking shortfall.
There's Great White hope A two-tonne dead Great White shark that was rescued after being abandoned at a wildlife park is in "good shape," says the owner of her new home. The shark named 'Rosie' was lifted onto the back of a truck and driven down the Bass Highway - past a welcoming party on Kooweerup - en route to Crystal World and Prehistoric Journeys in Devon Meadows on Thursday 21 February. Owner of Crystal World Thomas Kapitany says his team had been busy derusting and cleaning up her tank since her arrival. "You can see how murky the tank is; we just needed to keep flushing the tank until she's 100 per cent clean," he said. Rosie, who was originally found dead in 1998 in tuna fishing nets in South Australia, was preserved in the wildlife park in Bass. However, since the park's closure in 2012, her tank has sadly been the target of vandals, with side windows smashed and rubbish thrown inside. "It's massive creature," Mr Kapitany explained. "She's looking a lot better - quite a lot of scratch marks where things were dropped in around her, so she's a little beat up." One of the laminated windows which were
about one inch thick had been cracked by vandals, he said. He said before his team began using expensive chemicals, they needed to make sure Rosie's tank wasn't going to leak. "At moment we've filled the tank up with 20,000 litres of water. We're actually pressure testing her tank and see if we have any leaks," he said. It is the first time Mr Kapitany has taken on a dead shark at Crystal World which boasts more than 300 tons of specimens including crystals, dinosaur fossils and meteorites stored and sold from the site. "I'm doing because I want to do it. To me this is what gives me my highs, not having money in the bank or having a flashy car. "We know what to do, we know how to go about it, it's just time and money," he said. He said he found some air bubbles on side of tank but to replace it would be "mind boggling expensive." After pressure testing, he said about $6,000 worth of glycerine would be used to get rid of the creases in her body. "Glycerine will give us optical clarity and the best state of preservation," Mr Kapitany said. He said a scuba diver in a dry suit had also
Owner of Crystal World Tom Kapitany says the four-metre preserved shark was looking well since her arrival. 191062 Picture: BRENDAN REES been arranged so "he can move around and clean out the last bit of gravel underneath her." Mr Kapitany said they were in the process of building a new building for Rosie with a
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Brad Ryan from Harcourts auctioneers the sale. said he was amazed to see the amount of people get behind the auction. "To think that all the proceeds are coming to fight MND - to enable us to continue our critical work in MND research, both here in Australia and globally - is amazing," he said. "From the Brown Property Group and Fraser Brown, and Henley Properties and (CEO) Tony Blackshaw, Guest Furniture and Bill Guest who supplied all the furniture for the house, and just all the trades and the suppliers - 200, all up, have given their time free of charge for this magnificent home." Mr Howden said the proceeds would go towards world leading clinical trials for MND which is a condition that progressively damages nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Henley chief executive Antony Blackshaw said his team was humbled and proud to be part of the project. "Henley is committed to continue in joining forces with our trades and suppliers in creating a real difference in communities," he said.
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THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN Thumbs Up! To all the amazing firefighters who are putting their lives on the line for our community - and to all the emergency services, community groups and volunteers supporting them. So proud of these awesome people.
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Five people were arrested on Tuesday morning following an alleged drive-by shooting in Narre Warren South last year. The incident happened on Berwick Springs Promenade at 12.30am on Saturday 30 June. Detectives with AFP, local officers and the canine unit executed seven search warrants at properties in Clayton, Coburg North, Cranbourne, Dandenong South and Narre Warren South on Tuesday at 6am. As a result of the warrants investigators seized drugs, cash, as well as luxury vehicles suspected of being the proceeds of crime. Five men were arrested including two men aged 28 from Narre Warren South, a 24-yearold Cranbourne man, a 46-year-old Coburg North man and a 24-year-old Clayton man. The five men are assisting police with their enquiries.
Motorbike rider critical The rider of a motorbike is in a critical condition following a multi-vehicle collision in Hampton Park on Sunday 3 March. Paramedics were called to reports of a collision involving a car and motorcyclist on Somerville Road in Hampton Park about 1.20pm. Police allege a motorcycle collided with a Toyota Camry that was driving out of a driveway on Somerville Road about 1.20pm which threw the rider from his motorcycle where he was then struck by a Holden Astra travelling in the opposite direction. The rider, aged in his twenties was taken to The Alfred Hospital and being treated for lifethreatening injuries including injuries to his abdominal region. An Ambulance Victoria spokeswoman said another man was assessed at the scene with no obvious injuries. Transport to hospital was not required for this second patient.The driver of the Toyota and the Holden were not injured. Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dash cam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
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SOCIALLY SPEAKING On 4 March, a story was shared on the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page about parents concerned about a dangerous crossing near Clyde Primary School. Here is how some readers reacted online: Ian Earl: I can’t understand how it has taken Vic Roads to repair (still going) a 300 metre section of Clyde Five ways Road between Patterson Road and Twyford Rd so long when in the land next door the developers have built and finished a small estate with roads, lights gutters especially when the estate started after the Vic Roads repair. Emails to Vic Roads for answers meet a stone wall. Wendy D’Alton: At least twice a week I see an accident there. I drive further so I don’t have to deal with the drama. Chris Barnes: Sadly, it will take a casualty to change it ...it’s disgraceful of VicRoads...yes, my kids went and go to Clyde Primary and it’s such a dangerous area at school times. Aiden Coward: I emailed VicRoads about it years ago and they just shrugged me off in an email. They said it a main road and will not drop the speed limit
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Sexual Crimes Squad detectives are appealing for public assistance after an 18-year-old woman was sexually assaulted in Narre Warren on 17 February. Investigators have been told a woman was out with friends at a licensed premise on Princes Highway when she left about 2.30am. She was walking along the Princes Highway and crossed Webb Street when she was approached by an unknown person or persons about 2.40am. The victim was grabbed and dragged to the ground before she was sexually assaulted, police say. Detectives wish to speak to any witnesses in the area at the time or anyone that may have seen the woman being pulled to the ground. Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au
Teen arrested following robbery A 15-year-old boy was arrested following an alleged assault and robbery in Narre Warren on 18 February. Investigators have been told the victim a 15-year-old boy was walking towards a shopping centre on Overland Drive with a friend about 4pm when they were approached by a group of youths. It’s alleged one of the youths assaulted the victim before stealing his mobile phone. Detectives today executed a search warrant at an address in Hampton Park. As a result, the boy was arrested. He has since been charged with robbery and was bailed to appear at a children’s court at a later date. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Embrace the challenge Nossal High School has been purpose designed to suit an adult, academically focused and highly aspirational cohort of students. College Principal Roger Page said that the buildings are high tech and ICT rich, mirroring features and approaches usually found in universities. "(Nossal High) is Victoria's first fully academically selective coeducational Government High School and one of only four academically selective high schools in the state," Mr Page said. "Nossal High School is committed to providing an innovative, inclusive and dynamic educational environment. We aim to challenge our students to be creative and critical thinkers with good communication skills and the resilience necessary to succeed in an everchanging world." The college aims to build students skills, self-confidence, leadership abilities and community spirit through a rigorous, but rich and varied curricular and co-curricular program. Staff want graduates to be ambitious, ethical and responsible citizens who conduct themselves with humility and compassion. "When you choose a Victorian Selective Entry High School, you are ensuring your child has the opportunity for an exceptional education at one of only four schools exclusively designed for academically talented students," Mr Page said. "As proud government schools, each school has a unique approach and a shared purpose in nurturing excellence in young adults from Years 9-12." Applications for Year 9 entry for the 2020 school year are now open and close in early May 2019. Principal tours run from 9.30am on specific
Nossal High School aims to build students skills, self-confidence, leadership abilities and community spirit. dates throughout the year. Bookings for these tours are available at www.trybooking.com/XKVK. Places are now available for the Nossal Infor-
mation Night for prospective families on Thursday 2 May 2019. Secure seats now through Trybooking at www.trybooking.com/BBCWC.
For further information about Nossal and the other Victorian Selective Entry High Schools visit selectivehighschools.education.
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Unique Opportunities. Exceptional Futures. As one of only four Victorian Selective Entry High Schools, we ofer a broad range of curricular and co-curricular experiences and programs, strongly inluenced by the students themselves who have an active and authentic voice in the running of the school. We ofer signiicant sporting, creative, performing, musical, community, cultural, social, and leadership opportunities to our students alongside a comprehensive academic study program.
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A vibrant school community Tucked away amongst the paddocks between Pakenham and Nar Nar Goon is a vibrant kindergarten to Year 12 school community of about 800 students and more than 100 staff members. The Pakenham campus of Chairo Christian School is continually growing - in term of enrolments, facilities, resources and programs - but is structured into multiple smaller communities to ensure a caring environment for all students. Shelley, the mother of a Year 3 student, said; "the minute we walked into Chairo we felt at peace and there was such warmth. We are so impressed with the care that we have received - the wellbeing of each child really matters". Many other parents have also commented about the friendly, loving and supportive environment that they have discovered at Chairo. Chairo is committed to delivering a Christcentred education and building the capability, character and commitment of all students, and to being intentional about caring for students, setting high standards and seeing each student thrive. Aiden in Year 5 commented; "Chairo is a really good school. It is so friendly and I have made so many good friends. They are also pretty good at teaching us all our subjects. The teachers are kind, generous, gentle and caring". To learn more about what Chairo offers, visit the school website or contact Elise (enrolments@chairo.vic.edu.au) to book a personal tour.
Chairo is committed to delivering a Christ-centred education and building the capability, character and commitment of all students.
Student on world stage
An Invitation To Year 5 & 6 Students And Their Parents
YEAR 7 2020 INFORMATION DAY & EVENINGS ACCELERATED PATHWAYS PROGRAM (APP) INFORMATION EVENING Tuesday 19th March at 7pm Grade 6 students with academic aptitude and a passion for learning are invited to apply!
forming Arts celebrates its 23rd year in July and is now universally cited as the one-andonly official global event for performers and entertainers both amateur and professional. More than 75,000 applicants from over 50 countries auditioned to participate in the USA this year. A Hillcrest spokersperson said the school wished Charlotte all the best in her endeavors knowing she would represent her school and country well.
INFORMATION DAY FOR ALL GRADE 6 STUDENTS Thursday 2nd May Students attending this day must register with their primary school. EVENING FOR PARENTS & GRADE 5/6 STUDENTS Thursday 2nd May 7pm Tour the College in small groups to see classrooms, facilities & presentations about our learning programs. Speak with teachers, students & other parents. Contact: Dr Jessica Du nn — dunn.jessica.m@edumail.vic.gov.au or 5625 1002 or visit our website: www.drouinsc.vic.edu.au
Drouin Secondary College is proud to be your Community College valuing Achievement, Respect, Commitment & Community
Koo Wee Rup Secondary College INFORMATION EVENING Wednesday 20th March 2019: 5.00pm to 6.00pm School Tours 6.00pm - 7.00pm KOO WEE RUP SECONDARY COLLEGE
For further information please contact Margaret Nicolson (Assistant Principal) or Sam Scott (Year 7 Learning Community Leader) Ph: 5997 1444 Fax: 5997 1304 Email: koo.wee.rup.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Hillcrest Christian College Year 10 student Charlotte Cestnik.
Aims to provide a quality secondary education for all children and all futures: VCE, VET and VCAL. • Friendly, caring environment • Supportive Learning Communities complemented by a strong House system • S.E.A.L. (Select Entry Accelerated Learning) for gifted students • Cultural and sporting excellence with extensive Sport, Music and Performing Arts programs • State of the art Year 7 Learning Centre plus Learning Centres for other levels • Bring your own device program (BYOD)
FIND OUT INFORMATION REGARDING: • Our Learning Communities and facilities • S.E.A.L. applications • School bus transport • Inclusive Education program • Extra-curricular programs • Learning a musical instrument • And more……. Hear from staf and students Have all of your questions answered Thursday, 7 March, 2019
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Hillcrest Christian College Year 10 student Charlotte Cestnik, is set to represent Australia at the 2019 World Championships of Performing Arts in Long Beach, California. Charlotte has been involved in past Hillcrest school productions and Schools on Stage performances and is currently studying the new Certificate II in VET Music Industry. She will now have the opportunity to participate in an Olympics-style performing arts competition along with applicants from 50 countries from all over the world. She will take part in workshops and performance opportunities to further enhance her singing. Charlotte was selected by the International Entertainment Panel to represent Australia on a world stage in July 2019. “This is an opportunity of a lifetime and could open many career doors and we are certain Charley will bring back gold for Australia!”- National Director, Lizette Hunt said. The official World Championships of Per-
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Students visit Canberra Mary MacKillop Primary School was delighted to have recently taken their Year 6 students to Canberra to explore the nation's capital. Curriculum Leader Miss Emily O'Kane said that staff and students found the trip to be full of valuable learning experiences. "(Students) understanding of politics, democracy, and Australian history truly comes alive when they visit locations such as Parliament House, the Electoral Education Centre and Old Parliament House," Miss O'Kane said. "The children also delight in being exposed
to such engaging stimuli for learning at The National Gallery, The Royal Mint and Questacon. "A highlight for us as teachers was witnessing the way our students participated in learning at the War Memorial, we felt so proud of the respectful students we had with us as they honoured victims of war, and all those who had sacrificed their lives, during the Last Post Ceremony." One experience which stood out to Miss O'Kane was when the children had a private
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Mary MacKillop Primary School students in Canberra. tour of the public artworks along Reconciliation Place. "This allowed them to learn about Indigenous culture through rock carvings and then consider issues impacting on Reconciliation," she said. "We were particularly pleased with one of our student's response to an engraved poem by Bill Neidjie (that read); 'This law, this country, this people. No matter what people. Red, yellow, black or white the blood is the same, lingo little bit different, but no matter coun-
try... you in other place but same feeling, blood, bone, all the same'. "Chloe W (Year 6) shared how it reminded her of The Catholic Social Teaching Principle of Dignity of the Human Person, and how all people deserved to be treated with respect. We loved the connection to prior learning and even noted that the guide seemed impressed by such a mature response!" For more information about Mary MacKillop Primary School, phone 8794 5777 or visit www.marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au.
Self-worth a priority
2019 OPEN DAYS Thursday 2nd May & Monday 6th May
”Every Day is Open Day!” Private tours may also be booked at other times with our Student Leaders
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State-of-the-art facilities, passionate staff, a genuine sense of self-worth and a clear vision based on Gospel values - this is what St Clare’s Primary School in Officer offers. As a new school which opened in 2015, enrolments at St Clare’s are growing rapidly. As part of the parish of St Patrick’s in Pakenham, the school is on site with the Early Learning Centre and the Officer campus of St Francis Xavier College. For those in the catchment area, this provides a seamless transition from early childhood to secondary education. Each learning space has been designed to provide a rich environment conducive to relevant, meaningful learning. Areas are spacious and well-resourced so as to meet the needs of the 21st Century learner. The final stage of classrooms due to be finished this year which will include a new playground and sports field. Student achievement is measured not only by academic growth, but by each child’s emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. Being part of a faith-filled community instils St Clare students with a sense of identity, a feeling of belonging and above all, a powerful sense of self-worth. The school strives to create an environment of mutual respect and support among staff, parents and students and to maintain the flexibility and open-mindedness required to deal with a
Student achievement at St Clare is measured not only by academic growth, but by each child’s emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. constantly changing educational environment. School tours are held each Monday morning at 9:15am or by alternative arrangements. Please phone to book a tour 5940 6777 or email enrolments@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au
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KADUNA LAND RELEASE PAGE 12 Thursday, 7 March, 2019
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GRAB A SLICE OF COUNTRY LIVING KADUNA PARK’S highly anticipated Heritage Release is now selling! The Heritage Release, located opposite Gum Scrub Creek, is perfect for families seeking an outdoor, country lifestyle in Officer South, featuring lot sizes to suit all lifestyles, with blocks ranging from 368m² up to 697m². Titles for the first four stages within the land estate were released in October 2018, and more than 200 lots have already been snapped up by buyers keen for a slice of tranquil country living on the urban fringe. Thanks to local developer Parklea, Kaduna Park is being transformed from an old cattle farm into a thriving residential community, surrounded by gum trees and wetlands. Parklea’s Sales and Marketing Manager Jarod Mills said Kaduna Park had been designed around the themes of the environment and community. “There will be much to explore at Kaduna Park including parklands, bike and walking paths, wetlands and an expansive playground.“ A 33-home display village showcasing a collection of sophisticated and modern home designs by 17 builders will open at Kaduna Park mid 2019. Kaduna Park is also proud to introduce Corbin Walk, a series of townhouses designed by Sienna Homes, to set the benchmark for the Kaduna Park community. Each home is both beautiful and functional by design, with high quality inclusions, all at a desired price of $499,900 for a turnkey 3 bedroom home. Call the Kaduna sales team on 1300 KADUNA (523 862). ●
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allowing plenty of room for guests or family. The contemporary, open plan kitchen includes a large walk-in pantry, island stone benchtop, stainless steel appliances and plenty of cupboard space. Additional features include large laundry, ducted heating, remote control double garage, plenty of storage space and much more. Situated on a 427m2 (approx) allotment, this gorgeous home and its favourable location is sure to impress and will only be truly appreciated upon inspection. The property is located close to shops, local primary schools, secondary schools, childcare, Officer train station and the proposed new Officer town centre. ●
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POSITIONED in the sought-after Savannah Estate and overlooking parkland, this spacious home is a ‘must see’. 27 Janice Street Officer offers all the features you would wish for in a modern family home. Entering via the modern façade, buyers will be charmed by the wide entrance hall and high ceilings. To the right is the master bedroom with plantation shutters, full ensuite and large walk-in robe. Conveniently located in a separate wing of the home are the remaining bedrooms and main bathroom which all feature plantation shutters. Also included is one of the large living areas. This home has been designed for entertaining with three separate living areas,
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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 27 Janice Street, OFFICER VIC 3809 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $580,000 - $620,000 Inspect: As advertised or by appointment Contact: Liza Hickey 0481 185 038, KR PETERS 5943 1111 com.au
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A HIDDEN GEM Discover one of Drouin’s hidden treasures set on the crest of a hill. This 6179m2 homestead offers the most stunning views of the Strzelecki Ranges, Mt Baw Baw and spectacular nearby rolling hills and pastures. The charming home comprises of 3 bedrooms, master with FES & BIR. A recently renovated kitchen provides ample cupboard & bench space. A formal lounge is provided with wood fired heating. Outdoor entertaining is supplied with a spacious timber deck & pergola with unsurpassed views. Other features include garage & office area, a large workshop, veggie gardens, an abundance of fruit trees. Be sure to put this one on you’re must see list.
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7 Nicola Court
$520,000 - $540,000
LEAFY OASIS This immaculately presented house is set on a 731m2 allotment of manicured grounds with lush leafy gardens. The home consists of 3 spacious bedrooms + study, 2 large living areas provide space for entertaining family & friends, sunlit meals area overlooks the fabulous garden setting. Full hostess kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, ample bench space & cupboard space. Car accommodation is a double garage with internal access & brick paved driveway. A charming pergola set amongst the picturesque garden. Other features include gas ducted heating, split system air con, solar panels, nearby public transport, school and shops. Make this one a must see on your inspection list.
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3/87 Slattery Place
$350,000 - $370,000
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Cranbourne North
8 Elderberry Alley
$430,000 - $460,000
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Could you be closer to the shopping centre, all transport options and medical facilities is my question to you with the prime location of this well aged brick veneer unit. The unit comprises two bedrooms both with robe space, open plan living with adjoining meals area and hostess kitchen. A rear sunroom and a lovely rear yard for the dog/cat or veggie garden. The potential is here to see and the astute will be looking to make a move with plenty of potential into the future.
TOWNHOUSE LIVING!! Located in The Eve Estate is this beautiful townhouse. Complete with it’s own title – no owners corp, this offers easy and convenient living. Facing out to parkland it gives the new owner plenty of space for the loved ones. Three bedrooms, master with 2 built in robes and full ensuite. Second and third bedroom both with built in robes. Central bathroom and laundry. Open plan living with gas ducted heating and overlooking the private courtyard. Kitchen with gas cooking, oven and pantry. Double lock up garage with remote plus side access. Only seven years old, 2.7m ceiling height and close to schools, shops and M1. Make it yours!
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METHOD INSPECT Want a new family home but not the hassle of building? Then 44 Tara Boulevard, Officer is the home for you. PRICE Upon entry, you will find high ceilings, modern laminate flooring and wide entrance hall. Built up tokitchen a standard not down to atwo price this impressive family homeplenty is superbly positionedOFFICE The gourmet will notand disappoint. Offering large pantry’s, large stone benchtop, of cupboard space, 900mm oven rangehood, overlooks large living/dining area. overlooking parkand lands and ondishwasher the northand side of the the highway. This brand new home features PHONE The master bedroom includes large walk in robe and full ensuite including double vanity. master bedroom with full ensuite and walk-in robe. Bedrooms 2, 3 & 4 all have built-in robes, CONTACT Bedrooms 2, 3 andand 4 all are include quality carpet built in robes andincludes are serviced by the main bathroom. quality carpet serviced by theand bathroom which separate bath, shower and inThis home is fantastic for entertaining with two separate living areas, perfect for the family/guests. ished off with stone vanity tops. The modern kitchen includes Caesar stone bench tops, stainless Complete with professional landscaping and offering all the modern upgrades you butlers have been searching for, steel appliances, dishwasher, mirrored splash backs and a superb pantry. Entertainers allwill youenjoy have tothe do is simply move in. Added features include, large laundry, remote controlled double garage, sensational indoor/outdoor living with the huge alfresco. Showcasing a spacious ducted heating, evaporative cooling, alarm system and modern much more. Located in the prestigious Savannah Estate design with impeccable inishes and classic style including on trend colour scheme, CONTACT and located closely to Beaconsfield and Officer shops, local primary and secondary schools and public transport. tiled wet areas, gas ducted heating, gas hot water system, alarm and blinds.Complete with lock Incredible value for this size home! up garage with remote and professional landscaped gardens. Perfect for Self Managed Super For all enquiries of thisretired exceptional property, always contact Liza Hickey on 0481 185 038 Funds, investors, couples or irst home buyers.
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GROW BUSINESS … Casey Cardinia Region
Lights, camera... By Narelle Coulter Narre Warren business Successful Endeavours is set to be given national exposure on Foxtel's Industry Leaders program. Production company Annex Media spent Tuesday 26 February filming at the electronics design and embedded software development consultancy based at the Casey Corporate Centre in Victor Crescent. Managing director Ray Keefe has been told the segment will go to air at the end of March. The program focuses on companies and business leaders who are taking the Australian economy forward. Mr Keefe said Successful Endeavours came the attention of the show's producers after winning an Internet of Things Award last year for its work on a system which detects faults and problems in SWER electrical distribution systems to help prevent bushfires. Mr Keefe said he was pleased the cutting edge work of Successful Endeavours would be highlighted to a national audience. "The national exposure will help people understand just how much above its weight Australia punches in so many industries," Mr Keefe said. "We are really good at innovation and problem solving and the creative side of things, but we are not good at commercialising things. We are really quite reserved about saying 'this is really good and really worth paying for'. "Things go overseas not because we can’t do it here, but because we are stuck in the psychology that somehow doing it here wouldn't work.
Casey to host ideas forum Successful Endeavours managing director Ray Keefe in front of the cameras. "Successful Endeavours makes it possible to innovate here and take projects through to commercialisation." Mr Keefe said the interviewer was interested to know the Successful Endeavours back story. "They wanted to know what we were trying to do as a business, the challenges we faced on the way, some of the successes we had." Mr Keefe said the film crew spent more than six hours at the Casey Corporate Centre, shooting footage for what will eventually be a five minute segment. Successful Endeavours has 15 staff, a number that has doubled in the two years since it
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relocated to Victor Crescent from Berwick. Mr Keefe said 2019 was shaping up as a busy year, with Successful Endeavours heavily involved in the Smart Cities space. He said he hoped Successful Endeavours' appearance on Industry Leaders would reinforce the message that manufacturing innovation is thriving in Australia. "We're a tiny 15 people business in Narre Warren winning national wards for innovation. It does get attention. I want others to be encouraged to have a go at doing it too. "There is lots of good, smart stuff happening in Australia but we don’t showcase it well. That is one of things I’m trying to change."
Expo opens up some career pathways The South East Careers and Try-a-Trade Expo is the largest expo of its kind outside of Melbourne, with more than 100 exhibitors and attended by 4,000 local students and community members. This year, in addition to exhibitors from major universities and vocational providers, there will also be an employment offering, with more than 500 job vacancies on offer on the day. Another new feature at this year’s event will be industry-specific forums to get the inside information on what specific industries are looking for in employees and how they recruit. Executive officer of South East Local Learning and Employment Network (SELLEN) Andrew Simmons explained that the event, which is now in its 10th year, helps to open up students’ futures by making them aware of the wide range of employment options on offer in the region. “The Try-a-Trade expo is important because it gives local students the opportunity to meet with universities, employers, TAFEs and training providers at a local level rather than having to travel to them,” he said.
Jemimah and Kaileah from Narre South P-12 College learn about different career options at the 2018 Casey Careers and Try a Trade Expo, with CEO of South East Local Learning and Employment Network, Andrew Simmons and Inez Musgrove from Ayk Hill Equestion Centre Hillcrest College. 180124 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS “It brings the providers to the students... schools can bring a range of students from Year 9 up and depending on the age range or the year level, the students get something different out of the event.” Mr Simmons explained that the expo will feature different elements such as the ‘trade section’ which will encourage students to “have a go” at their chosen trade. Providers within this section will allow students to partake in activities such as bricklaying and the cutting of a mannequin’s hair. Inside, the expo will take on a more tra-
ditional form, allowing students to talk to universities and training providers about the courses on offer. “Whether you are wanting to try your hand at bricklaying or hairdressing, wanting to speak to universities about entry requirements, learn about a specific industry or looking for a job, this is one event you cannot miss,” Mr Simmons said. The South East Careers and Try-a-Trade Expo will take place on 2 April 2019 from 9am to 2pm at the Cranbourne Turf Club. For bookings and information, email expo@sellen.org.au.
The City of Casey will host its first TEDx forum in April. Inspired by the theme of community empowerment, represented by a ‘Two Hands’ image, presenters will offer their unique tales of success (or failure) or trend-setting ideas poised to affect real, positive change. City of Casey Mayor Cr Amanda Stapledon welcomed the inaugural event. “This will be the first TEDx event to be held at our magnificent Bunjil Place, and we’re absolutely thrilled,“ Cr Stapledon said. “Council is working hard to empower our community through numerous exciting initiatives, and we’re thrilled to be able to help showcase those who are working towards that same goal.“ TEDxCasey 2019 will be held over three sessions, one in the afternoon with a focus on youth, and two in the evening. TEDx is a program of local, self-organised events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark discussion and connection. These local, self-organised events are branded TEDx, where x equals independently organized TED event With only a few places remaining for live presentations, the curation team are also actively seeking applications from interested speakers “The curation team are working to select presenters for TEDxCasey who will take attendees on an emotional journey of connection, discovery and inspiration. It’s going to be an incredible event!’ said curation team member Joanne Law. “We are still searching for the final few speakers so if you have an idea worth spreading get your expression of interest in quickly. at /tedxcasey.com/speakers/ TEDx Casey will be held on 28 April. For more information about TEDxCasey visit www.tedxcasey.com.au and for live updates, like www.facebook.com/TEDxCasey or www.twitter.com/TEDxCasey. Ticket sales are now open https://www. bunjilplace.com.au/tedxcasey-two-hands
A look to the future as plan takes flight Melbourne's third airport will be the hot topic at the first Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast for 2019. Guests will hear about the importance and viability of Melbourne’s third airport for businesses in the South East from Brian Haratsis who played a key role in the project’s advocacy. Brian has recently released his fourth book Autropolis: The Diverse Mobility Revolution How and When Automated Vehicles will Transform Australia and Why it Matters, and is the current Chairman of the Australian Driverless Vehicles Initiative He is the founder and Chairman of MacroPlan and is considered Australia’s leading PropTech specialist with a particular focus on private sector property involvement, un-
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derstanding communities, tourism and social trends. Brian has over 25 years' experience as an economist, futurist, and strategic planner. Brian has been the key analyst in major developments and projects, including Australia’s tallest residential building (99 storeys), Eureka Towers ($700m); the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (‘club of the future’) in Melbourne ($160m); the QV building ($700m), Australia’s first and largest mixed use development; Australia’s first new generation ‘main street’ in Brighton Butler, Perth; and Australia’s first fully integrated greenfields transit-orientated development at Varsity Lakes in South East Queensland. He also works on major health, freight and logistics and resource-related projects on a
national basis. His work in the North West of Australia has focused on advising major resource companies and government authorities on the ‘future plan’ for the north from a community, employment and regulatory perspective. His release of the Australia 2050 Project – A Big Australia? is providing a platform to open discussion and understand the future drivers of Australia ranging from globalisation, health and ageing, freight and logistics to the future role and impacts of the resource industry. Hear Brian speak on Wednesday 27 March at the Cardinia Cultural Centre. To book go to caseycardinia.com.au
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Ninja warriors conquer By Brendan Rees Hundreds gathered in Tooradin to push their minds and bodies to their limits in one of the world's most gruelling obstacle courses on Saturday 2 March. Participants ran through mud, jumped over fire, sprinted five kilometres, crawled under barbed wire, climbed walls, ropes and more in the Spartan Australia Race at Tooradin Estate - the first time to be held in the City of Casey. Fun also featured a DJ and speaker setup, as well as food trucks.
Racers from different age groups will compete for the world championship qualification, and a share of the 2019 National Series prize pool. City of Casey Mayor Amanda Stapledon said the event was great for showcasing Tooradin and boosting tourism. "This is what tourism in Casey is all about; opportunities like this provide wonderful health and well-being participation that also brings people together from all over Australia," she said. "We are currently in discussions about hosting this event in Casey next year - and forming a Casey team."
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hymn singing, enjoy special guests 'The Melbourne Male Voice Praise Choir' and stay for a complimentary afternoon tea at the conclusion of the programme. Our Special Guest Artist's for the afternoon are 'The Melbourne Male Voice Praise Choir'. They will delight all the family with their sensational and stirring renditions, of the songs made popular by the 'Billy Graham' Crusade of 1959. March 17 from 2.30pm at Beaconsfield Baptist Church. Enquiries contact: Howard Guscott 0490 145 133.
This is a non-audition choir, attracting enthusiastic amateurs as well as seasoned singers. Our repertoire includes well known classics, pop songs and contemporary compositions. For further information please contact Paulien on 0412 741 195 or maritimes.1@hotmail. com.
WHAT’S ON Celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) The 2019 IWD Breakfast honours the contribution that women make to our families, communities and work places. Special guest is Dianne McGrath, who is vying for a spot on the first Mission to Mars will tell us why she put her hand up to be part of the Mars One mission. Should her application be successful, she will be amongst the first group of people to try and establish human settlement on planet Mars. For general ticketing and box office information (including conditions of sale) see our Ticketing services information page. For accessibility books or other box office inquiries please email bunjilplace@casey.vic.gov.au or phone 03 9709 9700 between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm (Monday to Saturday). Hallam Community Learning Centre AGM There will be a light afternoon tea at the completion of the meeting. All welcome to attend. Please call 9703 1688 for any inquiries. Thursday 21 March from 12.30pm at 56 Kays Road, Hallam.
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Photography Club at U3A Cardinia A proposed photography club will suit retired seniors, house husbands or house wives as it will take place during the day. There will be three skill levels, beginners, intermediate and advanced, with a little more emphasis on beginners. Membership will also entitle you to many of the free courses we have throughout the year. Some age conditions will apply. First meeting Friday Friday 15 February, at 1pm-3pm at the U3A Cardinia at Pakenham Library and Hall Centre, 6E Henry Street, Pakenham. Contact Ian from U3A Cardinia on 0420 689 602. Website: w.u3acardinia.org. au Email: u3a_cardinia@outlook.com
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The Golden Age of Broadway Twilight car boot sale Live entertainment, classic bikes, sausage sizzle, fire brigade displays, Captain Koala, kids activities, community group displays, raffle, great bargains and more Saturday 30 March, 3pm at the Warneet Recreation Reserve, Rutherford Parade, Warneet. $15 per car (includes trailer). Call 5998 7146 to book a space.
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The Golden Age of Broadway is a celebration of the show stopping song and dance numbers of the Golden Age. From Gershwin to Kander and Ebb, from Judy Garland to Gene Kelly. The Golden Age of Broadway will relieve hits from such musicals as Guys & Dolls, The Sound of Music, Cabaret, An American in Paris and many more. Sunday 3 March at 2pm at The Frankston Arts Centre, 27/37 Davey St, Frankston. Cost $38.95 - $45.95. Tickets 9784 1060 or https://artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au
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Choir members wanted Fenix Chorale Inc.is a choir consisting of thirty plus sings beautiful four part harmonies to a variety of popular songs and performs several times during the year at local retirement villages and other venues. The choir was formed in September 2016 and holds rehearsals in the Auditorium at Woodlands Park, 72 Kangan Drive, Berwick on the first, second and third Wednesdays of the month, except the Christmas Holidays, 2.30 - 3.45pm. The conductor is Vic Clement. The choir of thirty plus sings beautiful four part harmonies to a variety of popular songs and performs several times during the year at local retirement villages and other venues. • New members are always welcome. Please phone the Secretary, Margaret Haywood - 9700 3973 or email: mhaywood.celebrant@ gmail.com for further information.
New Vogue, Ballroom, and Latin Dancing Always yearned to dance? Then step it out this year in easy-to learn New Vogue, Ballroom and Latin dances. Have good fun in a relaxed environment at Balla Balla Community Centre East Cranbourne. All welcome and there is no age limit. For all enquiries call Diane Marsh on 0408343202 or email difen69@bigpond.net. au. Two sessions every Monday from 5pm6pm and 6.30pm-7.30pm at 65 BerwickCranbourne Road, Cranbourne East.
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Pakenham’s Puma pride By Hayley Wildes There are certain moments in time that will be remembered for as long as a club exists. One of those moments occurred for the Pakenham Pumas baseball club on Sunday afternoon in Ormond. Taking on Ormond-Glenhuntly Blue in the Victorian Summer Baseball League Division 3 Firsts grand final, Pakenham needed a hero. With the game tied at 1-1 heading into the fourth innings, Pakenham's Shaun Fahy stepped to up to the plate with all three bases loaded. To say he delivered would be an understatement. Fahy smashed a grand slam - the first in his career - to see the Pumas jump out to a commanding 5-1 lead. Ormond-Glenhuntly would never respond and Pakenham went onto claim the premiership with a 7-3 win. "That was a great feeling," Fahy said of his grand slam hit. "I've never hit a grand slam before in my life, so to hit one in the grand final and to have my wife and kids there to see it happen as well, to me it was even more joyful to have them there with me. "The credit goes to the team though; Trent Job, he's a young kid and he led the team - we rode his shoulders and he was magnificent." Whilst the grand final was a tremendous spectacle, Pakenham's road to get there was just as stunning. After finishing fourth, the Pumas took on the previously undefeated St Kilda Saints in a semi-final. Unintimidated by the task at hand, Pakenham came away with a 7-5 win to send St Kilda packing and book their place in the big dance. "We've got a lot of older guys who have played plenty of finals baseball and I suppose we peaked our run at the right time - we knew if we made finals we were going to be a good chance," Fahy said of Pakenham's finals run. "We finally got our best side on the diamond for the last two weeks, which we struggled with all season due to family commitments, holidays, injuries and all the rest of it, so it was good to get the right 10 guys there at the one time. "Everyone had a part in the win in some way, shape or form, so it's a credit to the guys for digging deep after finishing fourth - it's pretty special." After surprising many on their road to the premiership, Fahy ranks this flag as one of the sweeter ones he's been a part of. "This one was a very special win," he said. "I've played in a lot of finals and won a few flags, but this one at the moment ranks as one of the best ones I've been in. "Winning two games we weren't expected to win, it was pretty special." The Pumas earned their premiership the hard way, but that's simply part of their DNA. Without clubrooms, despite countless efforts to gain funding, the club is a family that exists because of their love for the game. "As much as we want to hang our flags on a wall somewhere, we don't have any walls to hang them on," Fahy said.
The winning moment - the Pakenham Pumas swarm after claiming the premiership. "We've been lobbying the council for years and years; we've come up with solutions and ideas, but when you don't have the support of the council it's really hard. "We're guys who just love the game, so at the end of the day, as long as we have a diamond, as long as we have somewhere we can sell food to our supporters, we just play. "We're a bunch of old-timers with some young kids coming through and we just want the young kids to have all the opportunities they deserve." Fahy highlighted the tireless work of many volunteers as having played a vital role in the premiership, keeping the club afloat and bringing the Pakenham baseball community together. "We're a family - a lot of the guys have been around playing together for quite a few years, so it's just like playing with your family," he said. "The spirit is always high, we're always there every week and there's so many committee members doing so much around the club. "From keeping the grounds in good condition and attracting young players to the game, it's a massive club effort done by so many people working really hard behind the scenes to make it what it is." There's no doubt this premiership will go down in Pumas folklore for all to savour.
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A new era in junior footy A new era in under 18 football will begin in 2019 with the introduction of the NAB League. NAB, a long-time partner of the NAB AFL Rising Star Program in Australia, will further support the future stars of the game, extending its partnership with the AFL to the next exciting phase of the expanded under 18 competition, that now includes teams from Victoria, Tasmania, Northern Territory, NSW/ACT and Queensland. With a focus to provide further support in education, wellbeing, high performance and coaching, the NAB League will help increase opportunities for talented footballers to reach their potential both on and off the field. It will also help better prepare the athletes that don't get drafted, returning to local clubs and schools as peer leaders who set examples. In a significant development for the national sport, the Tasmanian Devils will be a fullyfledged NAB League team in 2019, while an Academy Series featuring five northern state squads will take part in the lead up to the NAB AFL Under-18 Championships. AFL head of talent pathways and state league competitions, Tristan Salter, welcomed NAB's involvement with the next chapter of growth in the under 18 pathway. "NAB has been a fantastic supporter of our AFL talent pathways for 18 years now and it is exciting that they will extend their support and be naming rights partner for this new era," Mr Salter said. "Over 1,000 AFL and AFLW players, including the likes of Dustin Martin, Chloe Molloy, Gary Ablett Jnr and Madison Prespakis, have been drafted from Victoria's under 18 competitions - with 2018 producing more than 50 percent of the boys (62%) and girls (59%) talent at the NAB AFL and AFLW Drafts. "We welcome Tasmania to the competition in what will be the start of the team's journey towards a return to the VFL competition." In a step forward for footy fans, a revamped digital platform, highlighted by the official
The Dandenong Stingrays will be part of the NAB League. 183170 NAB League app, will offer insights never before seen from the competition. "The dedicated NAB League app will provide our audience with live information at their fingertips, from stats to game vision and
match highlights," Mr Salter said. "The increased digital access to the competition and its players will help our audience learn more about our draft prospects across the entire season, not just around draft time."
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