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BEACONSFIELD - OFFICER THE PLACE TO BE

Club Officer is one of the many attractions in the thriving BeaconsfieldOfficer corridor. This special 8 page wrap looks at some of the businesses and people that make this part of Cardinia Shire special.

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Michael Muaremov and wife Merita have been part of the Beaconsfield business community for 20 years. 195046

Town trades on its charm

By Narelle Coulter When Michael Muaremov set up his accounting practice in Beaconsfield 20 years ago, the village was a sleepy country town with little more than a post office, bakery, FoodWorks supermarket, milk bar and a handful of other sundry businesses to service its 3000 residents.

Over those two decades, Beaconsfield has been transformed into a thriving commercial hub with an abundance of cafes, restaurants, two major supermarkets and a host of other retail and service businesses.

While enjoying a lunch of fish and chips in Bob Burgess Reserve with wife Merita recently, Michael started thinking about how much Beaconsfield had changed since 1999.

“When I moved in the town was split between the top end and the other end. There was an old derelict road house that was used by the Baptist Church, a swimming pool and nothing in between. It was very ad hoc."

Michael leased a corner office in the Beaconsfield Fitness Centre complex in Woods Street.

“I had a beautiful corner office and the two windows looked towards Cardinia Creek. Merita and the girls would come and have a picnic

lunch with me by the creek. Beaconsfield felt like a country town and it was.

“I remember I used to walk through the paddock where my current office is ( 34 Old Princes Highway) because it was a shortcut to get to the highway.“ The first people he met were John and Mary Booth who ran the post office.

Other traders who welcomed him to the town back then were Hass and Kitty Patel, the owners of FoodWorks, Bruno and Glenda at the gym and Geoff Hudson who owned a mechanical business.

He later got to know Rohan and Gerald Treasure, owners of Beaconsfield Home Hardware, through the campaign to secure a community bank for Beaconsfield.

Michael says Beaconsfield started to mature as a town when Aldi was built and Andrew Facey developed Beaconsfield Plaza.

“Before then that whole area was paddocks,“ remembered Michael.

And when Safeway opened around a decade ago the tide turned and Beaconsfield started attracting shoppers from neighbouring Berwick.

“That changed things because suddenly a lot of people from Berwick started coming to Beaconsfield to shop, especially the elderly.

The village can be difficult because it’s so hilly.

We also get feedback that the parking is better in Beaconsfield.“ Another landmark in the town’s business development was the opening of Georgio’s Seafood and Steak Italian Restaurant on the Old Princes Highway followed by Slippery Jacks at the Beaconsfield Hub. “When Georgio’s opened that was probably the start of the eateries in Beaconsfield. Before that we had nothing.

“In 20 years we’ve gone from being the poor cousin of Berwick to Berwick people coming to Beaconsfield to shop and dine."

In the early days Michael and other business owners had to go to Berwick for pretty much everything, including their daily banking.

The inconvenience and wasted time made Michael and his follow business group members passionate about securing a bank for the town.

The campaign started in 2007. Two years later the Beaconsfield branch of the Bendigo

Bank opened. On 9 September the bank celebrated its 10 year anniversary.

The push for the bank was a joint effort between the town’s progress association and traders group.

Michael said when the bank opened Beaconsfield was “complete in a way".

“At that point in time we had our retail thanks to Parklea building the plaza, the restaurants were here and the bank was the cream on the cake.“ The business group, which was active between 2006 and 2009, was also instrumental in beatifying the business district.

“One thing I didn’t like when I first came to Beaconsfield was that, apart from the creek, there weren’t enough trees. It wasn’t leafy enough," Michael said.

“To Garry Runge’s credit when he was Cardinia mayor he got the oak trees planted in the median strip.

“I wanted to bring in autumn colour so the business group pushed to get the pear trees planted in front of business. The idea was for the business district to be lined by pear trees which identified our little village.“

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FOCUS ON … BEACONSFIELD AND OFFICER Michael believes Beaconsfield’s village feel, heritage buildings, leafy streetscapes and thriving restaurant and cafes have positioned the town well for future prosperity.

However, he warns that the business community can’t be complacent that the town's future is assured.

He worries that more of the period homes in Woods Street will be demolished for modern office blocks. He is not alone in wanting development to be managed carefully to retain Beaconsfield’s character and charm.

Parking is another issue that could threaten Beaconsfield’s vibility. Michael is leading a push to have a half hour limit on some of the parking spaces near the phenomenally successful Daydreamers Cafe, located in the town’s old milk bar. The popularity of the cafe means the customers of some neighbouring

businesses find it hard park.

“Our biggest concern is that we don’t want Beacy to be dogged by the perception like Berwick is that it is too hard to get car parking.“ Beaconsfield traders are also conscious of the rise of Officer to the East.

“Towns go through their heyday and then decline. We can’t be naive to think it can’t happen to us."

He said small changes, like ripping up the old concrete footpath near Daydreamers and replacing it with exposed aggregate concrete complemented by trees and seating, do make a difference.

“It is important that we secure our position as a town in our own right with our own identity. We are trying to get (Cardinia) councillors to share our passion and see our vision.“

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Fiona always loved art, in particular realism, and has an eye for detail, so cosmetic injecting was a perfect fit.

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Beaconsfield Dental is an award-winning business that takes pride in caring for its patients while also caring for the environment.

The popular Berwick practice has again been recognised at the Casey Cardinia Business Awards, nominated in the 2019 Health, Education and Well-being category.

The practice is a prolific past winner taking out the Environmental and Sustainability Category in 2015, 2016 and 2017.

The business was also a finalist in the 2016 Premier’s Sustainability Awards, winning it in 2018. It was also a finalist in the 2018 Melbourne Awards in the Sustainability category.

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Designs for the future When the sales staff at Timbertop in Officer had two difficult, battle axe blocks at the back of the estate, they turned to Drake Design for help.

The Beaconsfield boutique building design company drafted concepts for what could be achieved on the sites and both sold within weeks.

Providing solutions for customers who want buildings that are unique drives director Jarrett Drake and his team of qualified professionals.

Drake Design’s work can be seen throughout Casey and Cardinia, from high end builds in old Berwick and Upper Beaconsfield to custom designed homes in new estates like Timbertop.

The building design company also handles various projects designing multi-residential developments, childcare centres, aged care facilities, warehouses and custom fitouts.

Principal Jarrett Drake moved to the Beaconsfield area 15 years ago.

He loves Beaconsfield for its marriage of old and new, where the city meets the country.

“It is a constant challenge to make sure the old is protected and not overpowered by the new. The challenge for Beaconsfield moving forward is to make sure it is not all new, somehow we have to keep that quaint country town feel,“ he said.

Drake Design has been at the vanguard of the growing trend among second and third home buyers towards boutique residential design services in the area.

The building design company is experienced in all phases of building design and provides a full range of building services including concept, design development, town planning and construction documents.

Director Jarrett Drake has lived and worked in the Beaconsfield area for 15 years.

The team at Drake Design from left, Stephanie, Cathy, Jake, Jarrett, Ryan, Melissa, Peter, Brad and Danielle. 198045 “More and more people are looking for custom solutions, they want more than a cookie cutter approach. People understand and have a greater appreciation of quality design and want to put their personal stamp on their home,“ he said.

Customers also turned to Drake Design for personal, one on one service.

“The ability to build a connection and rapport with our clients is our point of difference.

I don’t shy away from fact that we aren’t the cheapest and we don’t want to be. People who come to us are prepared to pay for quality design with that personal service.“ He advises anyone building a new home, whether they engage a boutique building design company or not, to think foremost about the building’s use. How will your everyday life by impacted by the building’s orientation and design?

“Making sure living areas aren’t dark all day, thus not being heated by natural night, thus using more energy,“ he said.

“And don’t just think about now, think about the future as well. Think about the aesthetic of your dwelling and how your house will stand the test of time.

“I do get concerned in regards to what is being designed today and its longevity. With our work I want to be able to drive around with my grandchildren and say to them ’I designed that building’.“ Drake Design has more than 100 projects on the go at any one time.

Finding solutions to difficult design issues and assisting home owners to put their individual stamp on a project is at the heart of what Drake Design offers.

“I love design and creating something new and exciting and providing solutions for clients. The best part really is seeing the smile on the client’s face when we help them create their dream.“

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New grocery management

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Beaconsfield’s very own organic grocer is under new management - but its commitment to offering the best organic produce remains the same.

Greensoul Organics, conveniently located on Old Princes Highway, caters to the growing market looking for a more sustainable variety of produce. It offers organic produce, pantry, fridge and frozen items. Fresh produce is sourced from local farmers and the Epping Melbourne Market, and all of it is Australiangrown.

Special dietary requirements are well-catered for, including gluten-free, paleo, keto, vegetarian and vegan.

A twice-weekly delivery service is available, with customised produce boxes to suit each family’s needs.

“Our main priority is to provide fresh and premium quality organic produce to our local community,” said Greensoul director Nawleen Mishra.

“We select and handpick the best of the best produce.”

Chemists’ Own has launched its 2019 ‘Help Us Help Our Local Community’ initiative, with 338 pharmacies across Australia rallying together to raise funds for early learning centres in their local communities.

This year Beaconsfield Pharmacy is raising funds for Beaconhill Drive Child Care Centre.

Held annually, this year marks the fifth consecutive year ‘Help Us’ has been rolled out across local pharmacy. Last year, 332 pharmacies participated in the program, raising over $10,000 for local early learning centres.

Help Us Help Our Local Community is a grassroots campaign that raises money through in-store donations and sales of the Chemists’ Own Children’s Range.

Chemists’ spokesperson Stephanie Calapa said the charity drive was designed to "support

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organisations and programs that do meaningful work and play a caring role within communities".

“Early learning centres were an obvious choice to be the beneficiaries of Help Us, in light of all the wonderful work they do in caring for the next generation," Ms Calapa said.

“As a trusted cornerstone in communities, we are delighted to see that so many pharmacies are keen to participate in the initiative and raise funds for their local centres."

As part of the initiative, Chemists’ Own has also released a children’s activity book that has been gifted to over 1,000 early learning centres and participating pharmacies nationally.

The campaign runs between September and December.

Take a walk down Greensoul’s aisles and you’ll also find a range of health and beauty products as well as dietary supplements.

The shelves are fully stocked with ecofriendly products that promote the ethos of reduce, reuse and recycle, making it easy for families to do their bit for the planet.

Ms Mishra says even the owners learn something new every day.

“The shop has helped us create awareness within ourselves about the importance and benefits of organic eating. We keep learning every day.”

Customers with tired feet or passers-by feeling a bit peckish are invited to take a seat at Greensoul’s cafe area, where organic coffee, freshly-squeezed organic juices, smoothies and a selection of sweet and savoury treats are served - keeping you fuelled up, the organic way.

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Preparing for the future

By Annette Rome, Principal St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School There are many people that attempt to frame what it is that students in this century and beyond need to be able to think, say and do to function effectively and compassionately in a global world. All educators aim to prepare students (and adults) for a world where the only constant is change.

Many observers will claim that little has changed regarding formal education methodologies for over 200 years. We know this not to be the case. School structures and classrooms, curriculum, pedagogies and assessments have all changed considerably. So much so that I often hear parents comment “I wish I could have learned like that”.

One aspect that is unrecognisable to older generations is that of careers education. Young people today are encouraged to explore their passions, explore the world of work and seek

mentoring and other opportunities that permit the selection of a pathway after schooling that is likely to be satisfying and rewarding.

Their classroom is now the world.

Such an approach at St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School that complements the focus on STEM, entrepreneurship and innovation are the recent opportunities offered to the students to obtain a drone licence or a recreational pilot’s licence. Drones are used in a broad range of occupations including surveying, engineering, photography, film making and science research. Australia and globally we are facing shortages in pilots.

A partnership with Casey Technical School also facilitates access to state-of-the-art technology.

We believe these initiatives will assist the young people to know themselves better, know what they stand for, as well as giving them the transferable skills to embark on newly developed career opportunities.

Pilot training is on offer at St Margaret's and Berwick Grammar.

Clear Gospel vision shows them the way 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.

Principal Helen Staindl said each learning space had been designed to provide a rich en-

vironment conducive to relevant, meaningful learning.

"Areas are spacious and well-resourced so as to meet the needs of the 21st Century learner," Ms Staindl said.

"Our final stage of classrooms is due to be finished this year which will include a new playground and sports field.

"Before your children even come to school, you, as parents, have taught them so much.

They’ve learned to listen, to ask questions, to be filled with wonder, to say thank-you, to wash their hands, to pick up after themselves and to look out for each other.

"Our job at St Clare’s is to continue these life lessons and nurture the holistic development of each child. For the St Clare’s family, numeracy and literacy skills are core elements of education; but so is Religious Education - developing empathy, social justice and a strong moral compass."

Enrolments are now being accepted for 2021. An Open Day will be held on Saturday 19 October from 10am to 12pm. School tours are also held each Monday morning at 9:15am or by alternative arrangements. Phone to book a tour on 5940 6777 or email enrolments@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au

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By Danielle Kutchel

The crowd was enthralled. 197755 their own brushes with cancer.

Mandy Pertzel was one of those. She had attended the breakfast with a friend and felt compelled to share her story with the room as “living proof” of what Mr Johnson was talking about.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010 and undergoing treatment, her cancer returned in 2012 at a stage four level. Her liver was riddled with tumours, and her ribs had been eaten away by cancer.

“I thought my world fell apart the first time, but it was nothing on the second time.

“To be told ... you’ve got 24 to 30 months optimistically but you are going to die from this ... your world crashes down.”

She was lucky enough to have a friend in the industry who arranged for genetic testing of her tumour, which was analysed in the US. “We actually questioned why don’t we have it hear, and the government just doesn’t fund it is what we were told,” she explained.

But she knows others who were not so fortunate and endured a trial and error process of cancer treatments, some of which didn’t work.

She doesn’t know how long she has left, but for now, her medication is working. If it ever stops working the genetic testing has provided

Samuel Johnson and Mandy Pertzel at the breakfast. her with an arsenal of other possible treatments - her next line of defence.

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“I got lucky because we found the drug that would probably work for me and it has. So many women have not had that opportunity,” Ms Pertzel said.

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Actor-turned-activist Samuel Johnson has delivered an emotional call to arms at the final Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast for the year.

The self-described “Head of Cancer Vanquishment” at charity Love Your Sister addressed a packed crowd at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Wednesday 25 September.

Mr Johnson shot to fame in 2013 when he completed a year-long record-breaking unicycle ride around Australia to raise funds for breast cancer research following his sister Connie’s diagnosis with terminal cancer.

While it isn’t usually the sort of subject discussed over breakfast, Mr Johnson managed to humanise the Big C and provide some subtle lessons on the art of campaign organisation and management to the assembled business representatives.

Yet it was also a call to arms, with Mr Johnson detailing the next stage of his anti-cancer journey and imploring the audience to help “F*** cancer”.

He had paused a tour of Australia, on which he is meeting politicians, families, schools and organisations as he spreads the message of personalised treatment, to fly to Melbourne for the breakfast.

He spoke at length about the need for personalised treatment for the insidious disease, which could potentially save more lives by using genetic sequencing of cancer samples to target the best treatment.

Genetic sequencing is not currently widely available in Australia, he said, with many cancer sufferers forking out thousands to have their tumours tested in an American laboratory.

Mr Johnson, who told the crowd he is now “in the business of raising money for charity”, is hoping to raise $20 million for personalised treatment by December next year, when he will call on the Federal health minister to front up with more Federal funding.

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By Mitchell Clarke Motorists are feeling a pinch at the pump, with a 50 cent per litre disparity recorded between petrol stations in Pakenham.

As of Wednesday morning, 18 September, the price for unleaded petrol was sitting at 126.7 at Liberty and 7/11 on Racecourse Road whereas just kilometres away, the same petrol was being sold for 171.9 at the Coles Express on McGregor Road and Caltex on Main Street.

Road users have even reported seeing a Shell service station in the area pumping out petrol at a whopping 194.9 per litre.

An employee at Liberty said the price was expected to hike sometime in the week, but couldn’t provide an exact time.

“It’s been so busy this morning, we’ve had people lining up, it’s clearly because we’re the cheapest,” he said.

Vehicle Engineering RACV manager Michael Case said a petrol price rise was expected since we had reached the low point in the cycle.

“Initially some service stations moved to a price of $1.67, which is entirely normal given the slight upward trend of the wholesale price,” Mr Case said.

“However, a number of outlets revised this upward to $1.71 and this has been followed by an increasing number of sites going to $1.75.”

There were fears that drone strikes on an oil plant in Saudi Arabia on Saturday 14 September could have disastrous repercussions on our fuel prices but Australasian Convenience and Petroleum Marketers Association (ACPMA) CEO Mark McKenzie told 3AW the price

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hike wasn’t linked to the attacks.

“If you’ve got a retailer telling you that their prices have gone up because of the Saudi oil crisis then they’re doing so under false pretences,” Mr McKenzie said.

“Typically, what happens when you get a movement in oil and fuel prices it takes about two to three weeks for it to flow through to the market.”

Saudi Arabia is the world’s biggest oil exporter, shipping about seven million barrels daily, and the RACV said service stations could be using the attack to profit off customers.

“While it would be disappointing if true, it is entirely possible that these extra price increases could, in some way, have been caused by service stations taking advantage of the sit-

uation in Saudi Arabia,” Mr Case said.

The RACV said the length of any price cycle is difficult to predict accurately.

“As a general rule, if wholesale prices are going up, the discount phase of the cycle will be shorter. If it is going down the discount phase will be longer,” Mr Case said.

“At present the wholesale price is trending slightly upwards. The typical length for a price cycle, with a stable wholesale price, is approximately three weeks.”

While service stations in Cardinia have put their prices up dramatically, there are still lower prices on offer, with motorists advised to fill up when they find cheap fuel or to just top up their tanks.

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Swan slaughter anger

By Mitchell Clarke The Department of Environment Land Water and Planning (DELWP) is investigating after a swan was attacked by a dog in Lakeside Pakenham.

Angered locals have reported witnessing a man allegedly baiting his Husky to attack the vulnerable animal who was just metres away from five unhatched eggs at the time.

It’s believed the man had riled his dog up, letting go and watching on as it attacked the bird. As witnesses tried to intervene, it’s alleged the man grabbed his dog and ran from the scene.

Wildlife rescuer Sarah Cooke took the injured swan to the vet where it was sadly euthanised.

“She was in a lot of shock when I got to her, she wasn’t moving and had a severely broken wing,” she said.

Ms Cooke was disgusted anyone would deliberately set out to inflict harm on an animal, calling on the offender to hand themselves in.

“They are living things and they also feel pain. How the hell does someone deliberately do that?” she said.

“I don’t blame the dog though. Unfortunately it’s just bad ownership.”

According to DELWP, swans are protected

under the Wildlife Act 1975 and it’s an offence to hunt, take or destroy protected wildlife, which is punishable by fine or imprisonment.

The incident took place on Saturday 21 September with reports the eggs hatched just days later.

Lakeside Residents Group secretary Tony O’Hara is calling on Cardinia Shire Council to implement a fence to protect the cygnets.

“Could council erect a temporary barricade during the nesting time and for a period after hatching to help keep people and dogs on the footpath and away from the nest,” Mr O’Hara asked.

The fences role would be to protect the remaining swan while nesting and protecting the cygnets.

Meanwhile, residents are looking back through their CCTV in the hopes of finding the man responsible.

“I have seen people purposely encourage their dogs to chase the wildlife at the lake ... makes me so mad,” one resident said.

“So sad that the swan didn’t get to love her babies, due to one’s selfish actions,” another added.

Anyone that witnessed the incident or has any further information is urged to contact DELWP on 136 186.

The swan was injured after being attacked by a dog in Lakeside.

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Celebrating teaching excellence in Cardinia

By Jessica Anstice Berwick College and Officer Secondary College staff members are among the finalists being acknowledged in this year's Victorian Education Excellence Awards.

With Acting Minister for Education Gayle Tierney congratulating the finalists on Tuesday 17, the awards aim to recognise inspirational teachers, principals, business managers and education support staff.

Juan Hompart, of Berwick College, was nominated a finalist for the Outstanding Business Manager Award.

Mr Hompart is an integral member of the college's leadership team, supporting strategic planning and compliance measures to improve learning outcomes for 1700 students and 170 staff.

Since joining the school in 2017, Mr Hompart has transformed financial systems, processes and procedures, improving the college's entire financial position.

He is committed to equity and excellence in student outcomes, ensuring every student is able to access all opportunities and remain engaged in learning.

Mr Hompart supports students at risk of homelessness by helping them access the Kids Undercover Scholarship and relief funding.

His creative flexible approach and willingness to take on new challenges has seen him support improvements to processes across a diverse range of work areas.

At Officer Secondary College, English and humanities teacher Broady Kata has been rec-

Officer Secondary College English and humanities teacher Broady Kata has been recognised as a finalist for the Outstanding Secondary Teacher Award. ognised as a finalist for the Outstanding Secondary Teacher Award.

Mr Kata believes students can achieve more than they imagine if they are given the tools, support and encouragement to meet high expectations.

He encourages a culture of student leadership and agency in the school, giving students the opportunity to conceive, implement and run a variety of activities and projects.

"Mr Kata is a passionate and engaging teacher who prides himself on his ability to

make positive and meaningful relationships with each of his students as both learners and as individuals," Mr Kata's colleague Rhyland Legg said.

"He is always willing to provide time to those who require it and provides genuine care and support for others.

"Students are always at the centre of his planning and practice and he will never pass up an opportunity to explicitly teach students the skills and values necessary to be a positive member of society."

As facilitator of both the English and Humanities Professional Learning Communities, Mr Kata supports his colleagues to develop teaching skills and creates an environment where they can share their own experiences.

Mr Kata strongly supports inclusive and culturally safe learning environments and has run a number of lesson sequences for all year levels to build student understanding in the area.

"Our local teachers, principals and education professionals are exceptionally dedicated, skilled and passionate about bringing out the best in their students," Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing said.

"These awards are a wonderful way to recognise their contributions and hard work."

All award winners receive professional development grants of up to $25,000 to support their work in schools.

Winners will be announced at a ceremony to coincide with Australia's celebration of World Teachers' Day on 25 October.

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with Jaswinder Singh, volunteer with the Sikh Volunteers Free Food Van

How much work goes behind the scenes for the free food van?

Sikh Volunteers Australia ’s team had started free food van program in 2017 with the purpose of serving humanity. Like any other kitchen, it all started with the purchase of groceries. We have a menu of nearly 25 items which keeps on rotating periodically. We have three dedicated volunteer chefs who take a turn on every Wednesday and Saturday for meal preparations without fail. Meals are prepared as per the menu of the day. preparation starts sharp at three o'clock in the afternoon. it takes nearly two hours to prepare the meal and then these freshly cooked meals are loaded into food van oven for distribution. At any given time a team of nearly 20 to 30 volunteers are working on this project to keep it running and all this for Wellbeing of society.

What do you love most about being a volunteer?

Being a volunteer gives a sense of satisfaction, a feeling that creates belonging and connection within society. Being a Sikh it’s one of my duty to share whatever I had with the society I am leaving in and give back to the community as much its possible for me. Working as a volunteer helps me in fulfilling my duty towards society.

Has the community been quite supportive in providing grants to keep the van running?

Untll 2017, the organisation was fully independent and was self-funded. Even the food truck was purchased by donation contributed by volunteers out of their pocket but after that Sikh volunteers, Australia is been awarded a few grants like Pick My Project, Holt Grants for stronger community and Westfield hero grant. All these grants had helped the organisation in up keeping the high-quality standards of service and serve the community

with absolute determination.

What’s your favourite holiday spot in Australia?

I have been in Australia for last five years and except Victoria I haven’t t visited much of it.

Mount Buller, Great Ocean Road, Philip Island, Arthus Seat, Lake Entrance and Buchan Caves are few of Victorian sites I had visited and out of them, Mount Buller is my favourite.

What is your favourite book?

During early days in my college life, I was quite impressed with a book from Shive Khera (an Indian author of self-help books and an activist) named as “You Can Win “ but latterly I realised it’s not winning, but balance in life that gives inner peace. I am found of history books, philosophy and religious books.

At school I....

Was an average child, who loves to hang out with friends. Since from childhood I had a keen interest in maths and drawing which later turns in to my desire to be a mechanical engineer. In schools days I participate a lot in debate and quiz competitions don’t ask me why...

What’s your favourite movie?

Mel Gibson’s movie Braveheart and The Patriot are my Favourite movies. Apart from that recently release World War II series in colour had also caught my interest.

What’s something people don’t know about you?

I don’t know, I am an open book.

If you were Prime Minister for a day, what would you do?

I would promote made in Australia and will

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Best live show or performance you have attended?

Shabad Kirtan at Darbar sahib Harimandir Sahib at Amritsar. It was a divine experience

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Running to help refugees

By Jessica Anstice Lakeside College held its ‘Run for Refugees’ event on Friday 20 September, to raise enough funds to send 350 students - matching the current college enrolment number - to school in a refugee camp.

Students, staff and families ran and walked around the Lakeside Lake in support of the GRACE (Give Refugees a Chance with Education) project.

The GRACE Project is an Australia wide initiative which aims to send 40,000 students to school in African refugee camps.

On the day, college principal Tom Brennen challenged Year 11 student Tyler Denboer to a race with the ’loser’ donating to the cause.

Tyler won the challenge convincingly, resulting in Mr Brennen needing to donate a significant amount of money toward the cause.

The college was pleased to have Member for Bass Jordan Crugnale attend the event as the official starter.

“Schooling helps children recover from the horrors they have fled. They have fun, make new friends, follow a routine - and learn,” Mr Brennen said.

“Education is a gift no one can ever take away.”

Fundraising closes on Friday 11 October and local community members can contribute on the My Cause website: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/207827/lakeside-collegegrace-project

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Every dog has their say Thank you for giving us the opportunity to provide information on our recent application to City of Casey to change our training times, which gave rise to an article in the Star News on 3 September.

The Berwick Obedience Dog Club (BODC) is a not for profit club that works with the City of Casey, Dogs Victoria and the community to ensure that dog owners are aware of their responsibilities and have obedient well behaved canine members of the community.

The Club was set up by residents to provide training and education to the local community in responsible dog ownership in 1980 and this is still its mission today.

The club operates on Saturdays from 11.30am to 4pm. It does not operate on Sundays.

The application made to the City of Casey requested an extension of training hours during the daylight savings period (commencing second Saturday in October through to first Saturday in April) only.

There is no request to conduct building works or extensions however we can confirm that the committee is reviewing minor upgrades that would assist in car park safety and presentation (e.g. asphalting and line marking the car park) which the club will consult with the council and obtain appropriate approval.

With growing membership, the club ensures there is sufficient car parking. There is time between sessions which allow ‘change over’ and continuously communicate to all members not to park on McKenzie Lane as not to disrupt or cause resident access issues.

The club has also found that on Saturdays when the Narre Warren North Football Club are

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playing at home there is a significant issue of “visitors” vehicles being parked up and down the neighbouring streets. We were advised by the football club president that this is because they are unwilling to pay the $10 parking fee to park in the Football Club car park. The club supports the residents in requesting that the City of Casey enforce the parking restrictions in McKenzie Lane.

The reason for the request of training time amendment is to provide members the opportunity to train prior to temperatures reaching too hot and unsafe for dogs and humans to train in the open. Our heat policy states that if it is forecast to be 32 degrees or above in Scoresby at 6.00pm Friday evening, training is cancelled.

This means in effect that on Saturday mornings, in the hotter months, training times would potentially commence at 9am and con-

clude by 1pm on the days where it is forecast to be too hot. The club currently runs from 12:30 to 4.30pm on Saturday afternoons.

I would like to highlight that there is no plan to increase the length of the training times - it would remain at four hours.

We are keen and very happy to work with City of Casey and our neighbours to ensure we work together to provide this vital community service with minimal impact on the environment and our neighbours. We would be more than happy to meet with residents and the City of Casey to discuss our plans and answer any questions.

Sharon Deeker, president of the Berwick Obedience Dog Club Rebecca Donnett, Secretary of the Berwick Obedience Dog Club

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Thumbs Up! To my kids in Hairspray Junior for Bats Theatre Group at Cranbourne secondary college

Thumbs Up! To Mayor Cr Amanda Jane Stapledon for her Walk for Disability. She is an inspiration to all and a credit to City of Casey. Well done Amanda.

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On Tuesday 24 September, a story was shared on the Berwick Star News Facebook page about Casey council hoping to light up Bunjil Place to celebrate the 550th birthday anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak. This is how our readers responded online...

Jacinta Parkinson: I love this. The Sikh's do so much in our community; we should celebrate along with them. They are a big part of our community, and we are a big part of theirs.

Jennie Range: I have no problem them doing this as long as it's done for all religions not just one and not like a kinder my child went to who had Tibetan pray flags hanging around but would not celebrate Easter. You do one you do all. Let everyone learn about them all. Doesn't mean one is better than the other. It's interesting to learn about other religions being a multicultural country. Doesn't mean we have to follow any but can learn.

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Mayor on the march After walking 120km across the municipality, Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon completed her Mayor’s Walk for Disability on Sunday.

It was with an overwhelming feeling of emotion as Cr Stapledon walked through the gates of Myuna Farm, following the nine-day event.

Close to $30,000 was raised through the event, with all proceeds being donating to the Wolfdene Foundation’s Project 28 initiative.

Project 28 will see the construction of supported accommodation units for people in Casey who live with a disability and are still in the care of their ageing parents or carers or unsuitable accommodation such as boarding houses, motel rooms, hospital beds and aged care facilities.

The initiative will also address a current shortfall of 28,000 households Australia wide for people living with a disability and strives to achieve 28 supported accommodation units by the year 2028.

Cr Stapledon said she could not thank everyone enough who participated and donated generously.

“I would like to sincerely thank the residents of Casey, community groups and local businesses for hosting me and cheering me along the way, for your morning and afternoon teas, coffees and donations - I thank you from the bottom of my heart,” Cr Stapledon said.

“While I set out to raise both funds and awareness for Project 28, it was also important to shine a spotlight on the amazing community groups we have in Casey, particularly local disability agencies.

“I believe that every person, no matter what their ability, should have the right of passage to leave home and to live in their ‘forever’ home that is safe, homely and a place to live their best life. I also believe that we should be giving comfort to their carers that when they are no longer with us, their adult child is well cared for”.

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Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon with Gembrook MP Brad Battin, Narre Warren State Emergency service volunteers Tracey Hayward and Damian Burns, with volunteers from the Friends of Wilson Pictures: ROB CAREW Botanic Gardens Thelma Thompson, Lyn StClair, and Min Rossell. 198158

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Jonathan Atchison, Director of the Wolfdene Foundation, said as a major developer of land in Casey, they saw Project 28 as a wonderful opportunity to help alleviate some of the challenges and pressure faced by local families.

“Through Project 28, we can provide somewhere for adults with a disability to live that is comfortable and supported, and close enough to their families so they can have easy and regular contact,” he said.

Anthony and my father.’

During the nine days, Cr Stapledon visited more than 45 local community groups and walked from all ends of the city, including Lynbrook, Endeavour Hills, Tooradin and Narre Warren.

You can still donate to Project 28 (https:// www.givenow.com.au/project28) or please phone the City of Casey on 9705 5200 to find out more, and to view photos from the event, head to Council’s Facebook page.

Throughout her campaign, Cr Stapledon met Christine Ritchie, whose 82-year-old father Anton is the main carer for her 43-year-old brother, Anthony, who has a severe intellectual disability and was also recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease.

Cr Stapledon said these families are an example of why she is putting so much time and effort into fundraising for this cause, because, as Christine said, ‘these supported accommodation units would be an ideal outcome for

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NEWS A diverse range of successful businesses have been nominated for this year’s Casey Cardinia Business Awards. Each week in the lead-up to the gala presentation dinner on 18 October, the News will profile the nominees in each category. This week we look at the nominees in the Manufacturing and the Trades and Construction categories.

Momentum is building MANUFACTURING Successful Endeavours Successful Endeavours designs electronics based products that are intended to be manufactured in Australia. This encompasses infrastructure grade industrial controls, power water and waste monitoring and management, electrical distribution equipment, telemetry devices including the Internet of Things (IoT), security systems, automotive controllers, communications equipment, and even a mobile phone.

The firm’s aim is to provide affordable world class product development services that allows its customers to be locally and internationally competitive in their chosen market.

Butt Naked Skinfood Butt Naked Skinfood create body and skincare products that are 100% plant-based, cruelty and palm oil free and locally crafted.

Butt Naked is committed to creating clean, simple, products that are kind to the earth, animals and your skin.

“We believe you can make compassionate choices without compromise when it comes to beauty and self-care,“ a spokesperson said.

Butt Naked is proudly credited as a crueltyfree company by Choose Cruelty Free Limited.

TRADES AND CONSTRUCTION Spencer Group Engineering Spencer Group Engineering is a Pakenhambased structural engineering firm delivering a wealth of national projects, from small residential buildings to large-scale distribution

warehouses and factories.

Originally established as Wayne Spencer and Partners (WSP) in 1993 by founding director Wayne Spencer, the company has grown to become a successful firm of highly skilled engineers.

In 2017, WSP was rebranded as Spencer Group Engineering Pty Ltd under new directors Michael Spencer & Jason Howlett.

Elite Building Services Elite are experts in building boutique custom homes that are not just built to last, but are worthy of lasting.

“We pride ourselves on our openness, transparency, communication, attention to detail and integrity,“ said Rebecca Bishop.

“Our customers are welcomed into our building family and provided with an outstanding and personal experience which encourages them to be actively involved and included in the construction of their home.

Building with us is not so much just going through a process as it an interactive, engaging and enjoyable experience. We are passionate about bringing people home.“ Insight Construction Group Insight Construction Group is a diverse construction company undertaking a wide range of projects from minor construction and fitout contracts through to multi-million dollar refurbishment and new build projects.

The company’s motto is ’Insight Construction Group, The Professional Builder You’ll Come Back To...’

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FOCUS ON … SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND GETAWAYS

All tracks lead to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Make a whole day of it at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and be a part of the fun and excitement with activities suited for everybody every day. It’s entertainment at your own pace.

Move into the fast lane with go karting on the 750 metre replica Grand Prix Circuit.

Situated alongside the circuit and overlooking Bass Straight, a go kart experience is like no other. Try and beat the fastest times of the day, or just compete against your personal best with our lap time print outs. Groups are welcome and tandem karts are available for the youngsters.

Take a stroll through the History of Motor-

sport display and admire authentic sleek machines of yesteryear, including vintage, classic and contemporary cars as well as the newly added world’s largest collection of Grand Prix motorcycles Follow in the footsteps of racing superstars on the daily Guided Circuit Tour which provides access to exclusive and restricted areas such as the Control Tower, Media Centre, Pit Roof and, of course, that 'hero' photo opportunity on the winner’s podium.

Get behind the controls of Australia’s largest GP Slot Car track, or challenge your mates on the race simulators with a virtual race of the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

Wander through the Tranquil Water gardens that lead through to the viewing mound, capturing some of the most unique and invigorating panoramic views of Bass Straight and Cape Woolamai that Phillip Island has to offer.

After all the excitement, Champions Cafe has all the answers with a fresh daily menu, with plenty of choices.

The gift shop at the Visitor Centre has a wide selection of apparel, merchandise and souvenirs to choose from so you can take a memento home with you.

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$7m project wish list

By Brendan Rees

Hallam Senior College provides a comprehensive senior school educational program.

Opportunities abound Hallam Senior College provides outstanding opportunities for senior students in Years 10 to 12. The senior learning environment exists within a framework of specialisms, high expectations and pathways support.

Hallam provides a comprehensive senior school educational program with a focus on personalising student programs across the three main certificates – VCE, VCAL, VET. “A focus is linking learning to life and preparing young adults to confidently and successfully embrace their future by developing skills and attributes that set students up to be productive members of society,“ said principal David Caughey.

Hallam is a vibrant learning community built on the foundation of: A clearly defined and articulated educational philosophy and profile A diverse range of quality programs within Year 10 and the VCE, VCAL and VET certificates A significant academy structure

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culture based on high academic expecta· Ations, quality relationships, and great teaching Outstanding community, business, academic and industry partnerships.

“The relationships we forge with students and their families are critical elements of a student’s success at this important stage of their learning.

Hallam Senior College values relationships built on respect and responsibility where the relationships between people, learning and the environment frame our actions,“ said Mr Caughey.

“We are proud of the results our students have achieved over many years. This has come about by developing an exceptional educational framework which shapes pathway provision for each student and sets expectations for student success.“ Contact Hallam Senior College on 9703 1266 for more information or to book a tour of the college.

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Casey council will ask for nearly $7 million from the State Government for four community projects over the next two years.

This includes $2.5 million to develop a sports field at Tulliallan Estate in Cranbourne North.

Residents with left furious after a developer reneged on their plans to deliver a sporting and recreation grounds, instead opting to subdivide the land.

Casey council then stepped in, reaching an "agreement" to buy the land in July.

The estimated cost for the open space reserve project is $9.2 million. Council will contribute $2.5 million, but also wants $4.1 million from developer contributions.

The project, which is expected to start in 2020-21, will deliver one cricket oval, three soccer pitches, and a pavilion with community room, playground, car parking, shared paths, cricket nets and public art.

Residents' spokeswoman Rebecca Hyland said the community was pleased plans were underway for their sports field.

"I very much appreciate the council for moving quickly on this and the community cannot wait to see them delivered and start using them," she said.

Other projects on council's funding wish list include Robert Booth Reserve, Cardinia Creek South Interim Early Years Facility, and the Cranbourne East Active Open Space Reserve Community Pavilion.

Casey councillor Gary Rowe said the funding was important to improve "amenity and liveability" as Casey was one of the fastest growing municipalities in the country.

Lachlan looks forward to the open space at Tulliallan Estate in Cranbourne North is turned into a sports field. 193835 "We're going to need significant infrastructure growth which can't all be funded from developers levy or rates, and the growing suburbs fund is key to the government assisting community like ours," he said.

Casey wants help from the State Government for (in priority order): Cranbourne North Active Open Space Reserve Community Pavilion (Tulliallan Estate) Project cost: $9.2m, GSF request: $2.5m, Council contribution: $2.5m Robert Booth Reserve Social Hub (Master Plan implementation), Hampton Park Project cost: $11.7m, GSF request: $1.3m, Council contribution: $7.1m.

Cardinia Creek South Interim Early Years Facility (Pattersons Road, Clyde) Project cost: $.5m, GSF request: $1.5m.

Cranbourne East Active Open Space Reserve Community Pavilion (Selandra Estate) Project cost: $9.8m, GSF request: $1.5m, Council contribution: $1.4m.

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Hearts to help A lifesaving Pakenham-based venture, spear-

health care system for the entire community.

According to government figures, 45 per cent of metropolitan emergency department

A lifesaving Pakenham-based venture, spearheaded by a paramedic and a teacher, has received a federal cash injection to provide free first aid training throughout Melbourne's south-east.

Tiny Hearts - founded by sisters Rachael Waia and Nikki Jurcutz - will arm 1800 local parents and carers with the skillsets required to save their children in the event of an emergency.

In a regional first, 300 parents are also set to be trained bilingually, catering for Chinese and Afghan communities.

Their journey began in a garage, but Tiny Hearts now has a headquarters in Pakenham's Industrial Park - proving that business success is attainable under the most challenging circumstances.

Ms Waia, a former educator and volunteer first responder, was first aid trained when she was just 15 years old.

She is determined to share her vital knowledge with as many parents as possible.

"I've got two kids of my own and I know what it's like when they choke and when they're really sick," she said.

"Because we've got such a good report built with our parents, we get a lot of feedback where they say, hey, you literally saved our babies' lives.

"I love what I do - waking up and making a difference."

Tiny Hearts worked in conjunction with the South East Melbourne Primary Health Network to secure the federal grant.

The organisation also hopes to reduce the number of inappropriate admissions to the emergency department and create a better

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According to government figures, 45 per cent of metropolitan emergency department presentations are non-urgent.

Tiny Hearts has also compiled statistics from participants, illustrating the importance of teaching the critical first aid skills.

After the course, 98 per cent of parents said they felt more confident to act effectively in an emergency.

Almost 50 per cent reported that they had used their acquired infant and child first aid knowledge within six months of undertaking the course.

Narre Warren's Shelby Cooke, who performed CPR on her choking two-year-old daughter while paramedics rushed to their home, stressed the importance of first aid training.

She believes that had she not received the course through her workplace, her daughter may have suffocated.

"I still owe everything to having those skills," she said.

"The more people that are equipped with them, the less tragedies we're going to see with children, babies and toddlers.

"It's such a frightening thing to go through - so you need to be prepared."

The free sessions will be held across the region, including at Beaconhills College, in Pakenham.

Topics covered will include choking, fevers, convulsions, burns, drowning, bleeding, caring for an unconscious person, bites and stings and head injuries.

Parents or caregivers interested in undertaking the free training can sign up by heading to: www.tinyheartsfirstaid.com/fundedcourse.

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As a way of introducing girls to football, Officer Football Club is running a free girls only clinic for girls aged between five and 15. Coaches from the Officer Junior Football Club will be in attendance, some who are also development coaches from the Melbourne Football Club Next Generation Academy. Registration is via okjfc. com.au/girls-footy-clinic/ Friday 27 September from 9am to 12pm at Heatherbrae Recreation Reserve in Officer.

Spend your Friday evening strolling around a variety of stalls at Millhaven Lodge’s Twilight Market.

With a bite to eat from the sausage sizzle in hand, you can explore the range of handmade crafts, jewellery, Tuppaware, wooden bird houses, candles, makeup and skincare stalls and homemade slices available for purchase.

Friday 25 October 2019 from 5pm to 8pm in Highview Hall at Millhaven Lodge, 54-64 Princes Highway, Pakenham.

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Stalls will include gourmet products, alcohol suppliers, cheese and finish off with some dessert and cake suppliers.

Saturday 12 October from 2pm to 9pm at Old Cheese Factory, Berwick.

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Saturday 5 October from 6.30pm to 11pm at The Independent Restaurant, 79 Main Street Gembrook.

Racing for the future of Mt Cannibal A fundraiser for the bushfire-ravaged Mount Cannibal and surrounding regions invites people to come together for a night of racing to help secure “a better future“ for the regionally significant reserve and its surrounds following the March bushfires.

Friday 18 October from 6.30pm till alte at the Pakenham Racing Club, 420 Nar Nar GoonLongwarry Road, Tynong.

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Bunyip Flower Show St Thomas’ 117th Annual Flower Show is fast approaching. This year we are asking members of the community whether it be the Kindergarten, Schools, Men’s Shed or any interested party, to construct mythical Bunyip using only recycled products. There will be a sausage sizzle, Devonshire tea, plant stall, cake stall and much more. If you would like to have a stall on the day, please phone Pam on 0400 599 783 with the cost of the stall being $10.00.

Saturday 26 October from 9.30am-3pm.

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Business skills Living Learning Pakenham has just opened the enrolment process for a CALD Small business skills and sewing program. Supported through the Cardinia Shire Council grants program, this is a pilot looking to provide skills for multicultural women in: How to run a microbusiness and the stages to developing one; To creatively make income; How to communicate (marketing and online promotion) and prepare for a market stall; And how to sew, or improve sewing skills.

The program starts in Term 4 on Friday 11 October and runs for ten weeks.

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by Monday 7 October. Call 8743 0671 or email bookings@bpnh.org.au Monday 14 October from 11am to 1pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21A Bemersyde Drive, Berwick.

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Saturday 5 October from 6.45pm at Kooweerup Masonic Lodge, 238 Rossiter Road, Kooweerup.

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Berwick Senior Citizens Welcome you 55 years and over. Be involved in our club: we do line dancing Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm, Scottish dancing Tuesday nights 8pm to 10pm, club day is on Friday 10am to 1.30pm, we do indoor croquet and play various other games with free bingo once a month and the last Friday of the month free fish and chips.

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Fitness Pilates and Low Impact Strength Training for over 50’s takes place at the centre on Mondays from 4.30pm-5.30pm.

This class is suitable for all levels of fitness, so don’t postpone a healthy you, come along and give it a go. Join any time during the term, classes equate to $9 per session. To book or enquire phone the Centre on 5940 4728 or email communitycentre@outlookvic.org.au Outlook Community Centre, 24 Toomuc Valley Road, Pakenham.

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OM:NI evening men’s discussion group A relaxed and informative gathering for men.

They’re a group of blokes over 50 who meet for coffee and a chat, discuss issues of interest and concern with plenty of laughs. For more information call Alison on 5940 4728 or Ken 5941 7400.

First Wednesday evening of every month from 7pm to 9.30pm at Outlook Community Centre, 24 Toomuc Valley Road Pakenham.

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Women’s learning social group Come along and meet other women and make new friends in this friendly, informal atmosphere while developing your sewing/craft skills. Cost is free.

Every Monday from 1pm to 3pm at Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive Narre Warren South.

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Marketplace Marchers Beat the heat and traffic as you enjoy an hour walk through Pakenham Central Marketplace.

This activity is not only a fun way to exercise but socialise too! Meet at the top of the escalator outside reject shop at Pakenham central marketplace. For more info call 5940 4728.

Every Friday, Outlook Community Centre, 24 Toomuc Valley from 8am - 9am

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Free Pilates in the Plaza Leave the gym behind and enjoy the art of Pilates in the great outdoors. You don’t have to be a fitness fanatic to participate and your Sunday best is not required, just bring your active wear, a water bottle and a positive attitude!

Every Sunday in March at Bunjil Place Narre Warren, 60 minute free session starting at 9am.

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Zumba class Bounce into fitness with instructor Nidia at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House.

Thursdays from 7pm to 8pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, 21a Bemersyde Drive, Berwick. $10 per session. Bookings 9702 1218 or admin@bpnh.org.au.

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Family concert - Around the World with Music Concert includes a singing group from Bunyip, a Serbian dance group, some Samoan singers and much more. We are celebrating the diversity of cultures and people in Cardinia.

Saturday 12 October from 2pm at St James Anglican Church.

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ZERO NET CARBON DISPLAY NOW OPEN METRICON is proud to open its first zero net carbon display home, a Delta design, in Officer, as part of the Victorian State Government’s Zero Net Carbon Homes program.

The Delta 29MR is on display at the Kaduna Park Estate and has a number of high performance, energy efficient and renewable energy design features including a solar power system, LED lighting, increased insulation, double-glazed windows sensor extraction fans and draught seals.

All the features of this zero net carbon home are designed to make people feel more comfortable while reducing household expenditure on energy bills. Once it is built, the home is also tested for compliance with

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Sustainability Victoria’s Interim CEO, Carl Muller said the collaboration with Metricon was a step forward towards providing more accessible options to consumers who are looking to purchase an energy efficient home.

“Not only will the home stay warm in winter and cool in summer, this Metricon home will significantly lower household energy costs and cut greenhouse gas emissions compared to a standard new home,“ Mr Muller explained.

“Research identifies that energy efficient homes can improve health and overall wellbeing. Working with Australia’s leading home builder on this pilot program reflects a

The Energy Saver Plus Pack, includes a range of design inclusions. The sum of all inclusions is a Zero Net Carbon Home – a home that meets a 6.5 star NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) rating or above, has solar panels on the roof to produce renewable energy from the sun, is equipped with energy efficient appliances and will keep you comfortable all year round, and shave money off power bills.

To kick off the launch of its new energy efficient bundle, Metricon is giving three new Metricon Victorian homebuyers, the chance to win a free Energy Saver Plus Pack for their new home.

The Delta 29MR zero net carbon display home is located at 4 Mortlake Drive, Kaduna Park, Officer and is open every day from 11am to 5pm.

To find out more about the Energy Saver Plus Pack and the competition to win one free for your new Metricon home visit www. metricon.com.au/latest-offers/melbourne/ energy-saver-plus. ●

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successful collaboration between the State Government and industry to deliver projects that will support Victoria’s goal towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050 as well as building better, more comfortable homes for Victorians.“ Peter Langfelder, Director and Victorian Housing General Manager at Metricon Homes said the company was proud to work with Sustainability Victoria “to not only open our first zero net carbon display home but to also launch an innovative new energy-saver bundle, available for a wide range of new Metricon homes in Victoria, as part of the Zero Net Carbon Homes program“.

“Our zero net carbon display home aims to inspire and educate the thousands of Victorians who are looking to build a new home to consider energy efficient design features. That’s why we have worked with Sustainability Victoria to develop the Energy Saver Plus Pack to make building an energy efficient and environmentally sustainable home with Metricon easy.“

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All communities under development are being built to run on electricity over gas and powered by renewable energy. Homeowners are encouraged to take advantage of the government’s solar panel rebate program, saving money on power bills whilst reducing their environmental footprint.

Another initiative is the “smart home” option, where voice activation and digital automation controls lighting, heating, cooling and other home electronics. This conserves energy by efficiently adjusting to variations in temperature and sunlight, switching appliances to standby mode when not in use.

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"I could see bits of car flying up into the air, A 22-year-old Pakenham man was charged stolen car wound its way through Hampton It came as police were led on a two-hour like I think mirrors or I don't know; door han- with aggravated Park on Monday 1 April. carjacking, four counts of wild pursuit which began about 12.30pm after dles, something like that," she added. theft of a motor vehicle, arson, two counts Robin Dzedins of Lynbrook said she was a four-wheel-drive was allegedly stolen of "There must have been so people just af- burglary, obtain from property by deception, two turning left into Camms Road from South Cranbourne. fected literally by the accident." counts of theft.

Gippsland Highway about 2.30pm when The vehicle was later set alight, police say, she Cardinia Highway Patrol arrested two men Both men were remanded to appear at the saw a car "swerving like a maniac." before the speedsters fled in a station wagon and a woman who attempted to flee on foot af- Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 2 "I could only see it head on hurtling straight and later hijacked a ute ter their ute crashed into a truck on the South April. in Hampton Park. at me. e. Luckily I was turning left, had I been goThe ute crashed where police say the driver Gippsland Highway.

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By Sports Editor Russell Bennett Ben Joske, the Region General Manager of AFL Gippsland, was stunningly given his marching orders - effective immediately - on Monday, much to the dismay of the clubs in the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition.

Chris Ross, the president of the powerhouse Phillip Island Football Netball Club - which has won back-to-back senior premierships, and this year won flags in the fourths, thirds, and seniors - made it clear just how irate he is at the decision to let Joske go, with his position officially being made redundant.

“It’s a disgrace,” Ross said of the decision.

“Ben was unbelievably approachable and he had the clubs’ best interests at heart.

“I’m gutted, to be honest.”

When asked if he thought Joske had been made a scapegoat for the turmoil in the Gippsland region in recent times, Ross said: “100 per cent”.

Nar Nar Goon Football Club president Dene Missen also spoke about the shocking development, from the perspective of his own club - one of the biggest in West Gippsland.

“The Nar Nar Goon Football Club felt that Ben Joske - as head of AFL Gippsland - was making a concerted effort to listen to the clubs and their concerns moving forward,” he said.

“We are angry and bewildered with Ben’s sacking without any consultation with the clubs and are anxious about the future direction of football in Gippsland.”

John White was one of the six AFL Gippsland commissioners sacked with immediate effect at the commission’s May monthly meeting earlier this year.

He, like Ross, was gobsmacked at news of Joske’s departure.

“I’ve been a true supporter of Ben Joske,” he said.

“I thought he brought to the region a level of management skill that this region required, and he was delivering on that.

“I’m absolutely appalled at this decision.

“All clubs ought to be aware that they are now under the control of AFL (Victoria) Docklands and therefore need to be very wary as all decisions made at Docklands are not in the best interests of Gippsland clubs.”

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Former AFL Gippsland Region General Manager, Ben Joske. Picture: FACEBOOK On Monday, an internal AFL Victoria memo titled ‘AFL Gippsland - changes’, seen by Star News, outlined the move on Joske.

“Over the past few months an internal assessment has been taking place into the needs of the AFL Gippsland RAC and structures to offer AFL Gippsland football the best and most sustainable model of service for the future,” the memo read.

“As such, a decision has been made by the AFL Gippsland commission to make the AFL Gippsland RGM position redundant, effective as of Monday 23rd of September.

“We would like to thank Ben Joske for his contribution to the broader Gippsland football community and the AFL Gippsland RAC and Commission.

“We wish Ben all the best for the future.”

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After the sacking in May of White and the other five AFL Gippsland commissioners, they were replaced by AFL employees in an interim capacity.

Joske was only announced to the RGM position mid-last year after spending three years as Commercial Development Manager at the Richmond Football Club, before serving as Manager of Regional Tourism and Strategy at Visit Victoria.

He also spent time as Commercial Development Manager at A League club Melbourne City, and held various roles within the racing industry.

His time at AFL Gippsland coincided with a significant period of turmoil within the region, but he’s thought to have impressed many throughout the WGFNC in his short

time at the helm.

The move came as the WGFNC clubs opted to stay put - under the administration of the AFL Gippsland Regional Administration Centre led, until Monday, by Joske.

There had been some talk that the 12 clubs, combined, would look to explore a governance structure of their own with a view to being able to better control their own destiny.

But, instead, Star News understands they went to AFL Gippsland with a number of significant requests to modify their current relationship.

The most significant of those was requiring a 75 per cent majority vote from the member clubs on all major WGFNC decisions affecting them.

That would include matters such as applications to join from new clubs; fee changes; and finals dates and venues - particularly if those venues are home to clubs outside the WGFNC. Crucially, the clubs wanted to scrap the appeals process for outside clubs that don’t get the 75 per cent majority vote needed to join the competition.

The clubs made it clear they would also like to strengthen their relationship with the WGFNC Advisory Committee, and have a seat at the table when it comes to the selection of any new members to that panel.

Star News understands the clubs want these changes to occur in time for the 2020 season, and to be reassessed at the end of that season.

If, at that stage, the clubs are unsatisfied with their future direction as a whole, they may look to consider a new constitution and service agreement.

But they made it abundantly clear they were happy to continue to operate under Joske and WGFNC operations manager Stuart Goddard.

The competitiveness of the competition, its future viability through its healthy junior ranks, and the strong working relationship that exists amongst its clubs, are considered key factors behind why there’s so much outside interest in West Gippsland football and netball at the current stage. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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It was a day of significant individual performances, and in particular from Lachlan Batten - who set the tone early with his work in the midfield before floating forward to be a devastating force - to be the runaway winner

of the best on ground medal for the Doves, while teenager Deakyn Smith lit up Woori Yallock with his run and creativity, defender Daniel Zajac was impassable, while Mitch Cotter proved that the finals stage is meant for him.

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5. WHICH English county team has ex-Aussie cricket captain Michael Clarke played for?

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8. WHERE did England score its miraculous cricket win in the Third Test against Australia this year?

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There was never a moment of comfort in Sunday’s AFL Outer East Division 1 senior football grand final at Woori Yallock.

It was tense, at times scrappy, and both sides - at stages - looked nervy and unsettled, but that’s what grand finals can be at times.

That tension was even more evident as both Doveton and Pakenham were looking to break through for arguably their most famous flag of recent memory, considering the struggles both have endured over recent years.

But there’s something special about the Doves, who pipped the Lions in an epic decider, 9.7 (61) to 8.7 (55).

From a winless 2018, almost shutting the doors and struggling to field a side, the Doves are one of the stories of the season, a club that’s literally built itself back up from nothing to find a way to succeed and flourish.

And it came down to those little moments that mattered, and the tight bond created between every single person who represents the club.

In a highly-contested game - full of rapid momentum-swings - it took a moment of magic from Doves skipper Matthew Stapleton to seal the deal with just minutes left on the clock, launching a late goal from deep in the pocket from 45 metres out in front of a vocal Lions crowd.

It was a moment the Doves faithful will never forget, helping the previously embattled club to its first senior flag since 2005, but it was just one of many defining moments in an absorbing battle.

The match was a pure slog early, with both sides looking to crack into the contest and keep the game as tight as possible, and at quarter time the Doves took in a four-point lead, but could have been further ahead had it not been for some errant kicking at goal.

But it was obvious that the Doves had many aspects of the game already on their terms despite the Lions looking ominous every time they managed to find an inkling of space.

The Doves were desperate to keep the ball in close, take away the Lions’ ability to run the ball freely off half-back, and apply the heat to the ball carrier.

Tyson Bellinger got the Doves off to the perfect start to the second quarter, kicking a goal on the run after an impressive bit of clearance work from Mitch Cotter, and star Lachie Batten (best afield) continued his strong start by slamming on two goals within just a minute to surge his side clear.

But the Lions fought back - spurred by some excellent defensive efforts and a desire to use

the width of the ground to find space - to trim the margin back to nine points at the major break, with skipper Chris Cardona in particular playing a cracking quarter of football.

With just 30 minutes of good football left for one side to be up on the podium, Charles delivered a stirring three quarter time speech to his group, imploring his boys to leave nothing in the tank.

“Can we take away their space?” he asked his players.

“Are you prepared to hurt, like you’ve never hurt before?

“Someone’s going to give up, someone always gives up, and it gets a little bit too hard for someone.

“We spoke about how tight this group is, how much we care for one another. What are you prepared to do for this club?

“We’re in a perfect spot, we win the quarter, and we win the game.”

There were some danger signs for the Lions early in the third, with Batten kicking his fourth goal, but a Jake Thompson ripper sent the Pakenham faithful wild, before the Lions controlled the remainder of the quarter as Darcy Hope started to become a force up forward.

Hope - who began to turn the game at stages in the third term - drew a free kick to begin the last quarter, roosting the ball from 50 out to send the Lions in front, and all of a sudden, the contest had reverted back to a highly contested slog.

With the vocal crowd growing in voice, some superb ball movement from the Doves saw Sean Kelleher mark the ball in the goal square and convert his major to see his side back in the lead, and over the course of the next 10 minutes, not one point was scored with Daniel Charles’ side looking to lock the game away.

The Lions peppered the goal - looking to somehow find the match winning major - but skipper Stapleton provided that one defining moment, finding some space on the boundary line, and with nerves of steel, kicked his side clear in a moment that will go down in Doves folklore.

In a desperate scramble to stay alive, the Lions refused to give in as the crowd fell to an almost eerie silence.

As the clock continued to climb and the ball was parked in the defensive half of the Doves, the likes of Matthew Boyd, Daniel Zajac, and the grunt of ruckman Michael Sikora and midfielder Mitch Cotter were telling in the end, with the siren eventually blaring as the green and black faithful erupted.

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