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The two-day TAB Cranbourne Cup Carnival features some incredible racing action.

Set to shine on the turf Cranbourne is once again shining this spring with the return of an action-packed racing calendar.

This year, the headline event of the TAB Cranbourne Cup Carnival has a $50,000 increase in prizemoney to $400,000, while the $100,000 Procon Developments Apache Cat Classic will also run on the same day - Sunday, 13 October.

The two-day carnival will begin on Friday, 11 October with the sixth running of the Inglis Pinker Pinker Plate.

The race is a $100,000 feature named in honour of the former Cox Plate winning mare, which was trained locally by Greg Eurell.

It attracts a host of particularly high-calibre mares each year. The Graeme Begg-trained Our Libretto proved too good for her rivals in last year's running of the race and went on to be Group 2 placed later in the spring.

This year, the Friday night at Cranbourne will also feature another $100,000 race with Heat 2 of the Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Series being bumped up from $50,000. The winner of that race will receive automatic entry into the $500,000 Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Final, to be run at Flemington on Oaks Day. Cranbourne Turf Club will again hold its extremely popular ladies function on the night, once again hosted by AFL champion Shane Crawford and in support of the Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).

The event sold out within weeks of tickets going on sale, with well in excess of 400 women set to attend.

For the second year running, all jockeys in the Pinker Pinker Plate will once again be wearing pink breeches.

Chief executive Neil Bainbridge said the Cranbourne Turf Club prided itself on being able to bring people together and raise funds for a range of incredible charities - including the likes of 'Dolly's Dream', 'Share the Dignity', The Alannah and Madeline Foundation, and the National Jockeys Trust - in addition to the BCNA. The Cranbourne Turf Club is encouraging the whole community to get behind the TAB Cranbourne Cup carnival, and to take part in the celebrations.

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This year's Cranbourne Cup carnival promises to be another bumper one for racegoers.

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Young racegoers who take up the $59 offer will receive a young membership, racecourse admission, complimentary finger food, a free beverage on arrival, drink specials, and access to a GIF photo booth to capture memories from throughout the day.

The Cranbourne Turf Club will once again have plenty of free entertainment on offer for kids of all ages at this year's Cup meetings; while the Cranbourne Park Fashions on the Field also returns for this year's TAB Cranbourne Cup, with over $5000 worth of prizes up for grabs across three categories - Lady of the Day, Young Lady of the Day, and Gentleman of the Day. Mr Bainbridge said the 2019 TAB Cranbourne Cup Carnival is shaping up to be one of the biggest and best yet.

"Cup day really does offer something for

everyone from racing fanatics to those who just want a fun day out, with plenty of action on and off the track to keep patrons young and old entertained," he said.

"Our hospitality package sales are selling extremely well this year and it promises to be one of the biggest Cup days held at Cranbourne.

"From a racing perspective, we've got a much larger prize purse with the richest ever TAB Cranbourne Cup, given the recent $50,000 increase in prizemoney, and a further $20,000 prizemoney increase to the Inglis Pinker Pinker Plate.

"The TAB Cranbourne Cup has cemented itself as one of the great country events during the Spring Racing Carnival and provides the Casey community the chance to enjoy the thrill of the Spring Racing Carnival close to home."

Earlier this year, the Cranbourne Turf Club was named the 2018/19 Country Racing Victoria Club of the Year at the annual Country Racing Victoria awards night, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Cranbourne Turf Club experienced significant growth in a number of key areas throughout the 2018/19 season, including sponsorship sales, package sales, attendance and membership.

"The club is delighted to win this award," Mr Bainbridge said.

"We have enjoyed another outstanding year across both our racing and training activities.

I'd like to thank our staff, whose tireless work and energy have delivered some terrific outcomes throughout the year.

"I'd also like to thank Tabcorp, the club's major partner, for its ongoing commitment and support for our club." cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Crane flips switch

Attacked by an ‘assassin’

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Young life taken

By Brendan Rees

Mr Juriansz had a passion for cars.

The community is grieving the death of Lorenzo Juriansz.

Lorenzo Juriansz, 21, died in a two-car crash.

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He said they loved cycling together, and described him as an intelligent person who always had a smile.

"Every time he called me he was very happy," he said, adding Mr Juriansz planned to visit friends in Sri Lanka in December.

A 19-year-old woman from Ferntree Gully who was a rear seat passenger in the Mazda was taken to hospital in a critical condition and later died.

A man, also believe to be in his teens and travelling in the back seat, was taken to hospital in a critical condition.

The scene of the crash.

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The driver of the Mazda, a 19-year-old from Bayswater North, and his 18-year-old female front seat passenger, are assisting police with their enquires.

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating.

The deaths bring the state's road toll to 209, compared to 152 at the same time last year.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or with dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppers. com.au

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A former Hampton Park Secondary College student has been named as one of the victims who died following a high speed crash in the south-east.

Lorenzo Juriansz, 21, was "killed almost instantaneously" following a two car crash in Oakleigh East on Sunday, 29 September.

The Hampton Park man was behind the wheel of the Nissan Skyline when Mazda 3 ploughed into him on Ferntree Gully Road about 8pm, police say.

Detective Inspector Stuart McGregor, from the Major Collision Investigation Unit, said high speed was a major cause in the fatal car crash."This is not an accident. This was completely avoidable ... this is a deadly crash," he said.

He believed the driver of the Mazda was driving erratically.

"Reports we have at this stage is high speed and duck and weaving," he said.

Insp McGregor said police were yet to interview the driver of the Mazda until all evidence had been gathered.

Blood tests have been taken from both drivers for police to ascertain whether alcohol or drugs played a contributing factor.

"Once we know all of the circumstances we'll interview that person," Insp McGregor said.

"We had an erratic driver driving a green Mazda in a westerly direction on Ferntree Gully Road so we're calling for anyone who might have seen that type of driving at that time of night ... to come forward and call Crime Stoppers," he said.

He added: "We have to stop this carnage on our roads."

Shocked childhood friend Sudesh Hasanga Abeynayaka said Mr Juriansz moved from Sri Lanka to Australia with his family about seven years ago.

Speaking from Sri Lanka, he said Mr Juriansz was working as a mechanical engineer in Australia, had a passion for cars, and dreamed of making short films.

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THE LOWDOWN Q&A

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THREE … things to do if you find a lost pet

STEM Leader at Hampton Park Primary School

How long have you been with Hampton Park Primary School?

This is my fourth year working in this school.

What does your role involve?

I am the luckiest teacher alive! I get to go to school every day and inspire students in Digital Technology and STEM. My role is to provide students with the necessary skills in a forever growing area of digital technologies. Our school uses a variety of technology including Google apps for education and is heavily into coding and robotics. I don’t think there is any role better than mine. Technology has become a multifaceted tool for both staff and students to be heavily immersed in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths areas. The continual advances in technology are changing the way students learn, connect and interact every day. Skills developed by students through STEM provide them with the foundation to succeed at school and beyond.

Employer demand for STEM qualifications and skills is high, and will continue to increase in the future. Currently, 75 per cent of jobs in the fastest growing industries require workers with STEM skills. To be competitive, the Australian workforce needs people who can adapt to a changing workplace. STEM empowers individuals with the skills to succeed and adapt to this changing world and this is why I love my job.

Did you enjoy the school’s inaugural Rainbow Run recently?

It was fantastic! It was a colourful way to express yourself and all students, teachers and parents in the community got to listen to music and participate in some way, shape or form.

If you were PM for a day, what would you do?

Abolish weekend shopping so families could have their weekends back.

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Calmly approach the pet and hold in a safe place First and foremost, don't chase the animal or run towards them, as they are likely already frightened and nervous in unfamiliar surroundings. Once you have it, check if the animal has a collar or any form of visible identification.

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Scan the microchip Take the animal to a shelter or vet to scan for a microchip and the contact details of the owner.

This is the easiest and quickest way for pets to be reunited once lost. Unfortunately, pets that aren't microchipped have a much smaller chance of finding their owners.

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Utilise social media Social media is a great way to spread a message quickly. Post a photo and description of the pet to your local lost pet page or community group. However helpful this method can be, don't rely on it wholly, as some may not be active on social media and will still visit the local pet shelter or council to find their missing pet.

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS What’s your favourite holiday spot in Australia?

I have heaps of spots that I like to visit but if I had to pick one it would be sitting on Sorrento beach on the Mornington Peninsula with my family enjoying the sun and beach.

What’s your favourite movie?

The Avengers movies. Love the action and cool characters. I’ve always been a big nerdy fan of comics and super heroes. Although I do like a good romcom.

What is your favourite book?

“Elly”, I think it’s my favourite book because it was the first book I really loved and was the one book that made me embrace reading.

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

I donate a lot of time to coaching softball and baseball teams in my spare time. I coach and manage multiple state teams and also like to be involved in grass roots sport as well. My favourite part about coaching is making a difference to children’s lives. Not just as a coach but as a life coach.

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Crane flips switch

By Brendan Rees Thousands of homes were left without power after a crane toppled and landed onto a power substation in Clyde North on Wednesday 25 September.

Emergency services were called to the construction site on Berwick - Cranbourne Road, near Bunnings Warehouse, where the crane had upended and taken out power lines about 3pm.

An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said one person was treated by paramedics but not taken to hospital.

About 30,000 homes across were without power in Clyde, Clyde North, Cranbourne North, Cranbourne East and Cranbourne.

Department of Transport confirmed more than 20 sets of traffic lights were also blacked out resulting in police directing traffic.

An AusNet Services spokeswoman said power was restored to all affected homes by 10.20pm.

In a statement AusNet Services said power was switched off to the area for safety reasons.

Firefighters from Clyde fire brigade were at the scene until 5am the next morning while Narre Warren SES provided generator-powered lighting.

Sergeant Roger Child of Cranbourne Police said it was not known what had caused the crane to flip but believed it had "over balanced" while hauling concrete panels.

He said police were initially called to reports of a man trapped but he had managed to free himself by the time they arrived.

"The crane driver wasn't injured, shaken but not injured," he said.

"This will take a substantial amount of time to get the crane off and work out what damage is actually occurred to the switching gear," he said, just hours after the incident.

"We've got a 100 tonne crane coming to lift a 60 tonne crane."

A shocked bystander, who wished to remain anonymous, said his uncle owned the crane but declined to comment further.

In a statement WorkSafe said they were investigating.

Teens arrested following robbery Police have arrested four teenagers on Monday 30 September after executing warrants at various addresses including Lyndhurst following an alleged robbery and attempted robbery in Dandenong South.

Police allege an attempted robbery occurred on Hammond Road on a male and then a short time later a man was robbed and assaulted about 12.30am on 21 September.

Dandenong Crime Investigation Unit detectives with the assistance of Casey Crime Investigation Unit executed warrants at addresses in Springvale, Lyndhurst, Endeavour Hills and Dandenong.

Four teenage males were arrested and items stolen from the victim were seized.

A 16-year-old Endeavour Hills boy was charged with robbery, attempted robbery, intentionally cause injury and commit indictable offences whilst on bail.

A 17-year-old Springvale boy was charged with robbery, attempted robbery and intentionally cause injury.

They will both appear at a children’s court.

Two 18-year-old males were also charged with robbery, attempted robbery and intentionally cause injury.

They will both appear before Dandenong Magistrates’ Court.

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A Cranbourne West man has come forward to police following a hit run collision in Springvale which left a five-year-old boy with serious injuries.

Police have been told a dark-coloured sedan was travelling east along Hope Street when it struck the boy at 4pm on Thursday 26 September.

It is believed the driver of the car did not stop at the scene.

The boy was found on the road by a nearby resident and taken to hospital.

The boy remains in hospital receiving treatment for serious injuries.

A 32-year-old man handed himself in at Springvale Police Station on Thursday night, 26 September.

He has been released pending further enquiries. Police are investigating.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Bunjil light show is on the cards

Lynbrook set to light up A stunning lantern show is set to light up the night sky at Lynbrook.

The annual Lynbrook Lantern Festival is expected to attract thousands of people on Saturday 5 October where lanterns will float across the lake at Banjo Paterson Park.

Hosted by Lynbrook Residents Association, this year will feature 20 additional stalls plus pony rides, a drumming workshop, and carnival rides.

Other activities include a free magic show, an inflatable maze, jumping castle, a chance to meet Draco the dinosaur and Star Wars char-

acters, entertainment by dancers and a kid's choir, a free fire spectacular show, and goldcoin entry to an animal farm.

There will also be wood fired pizza, designer fairy floss, pop up food stalls, deluxe donuts, barbeque, fairy floss, popcorn, ice cream van and coffee.

Organiser Vanessa Watson said she was praying the weather would be kind as the evening was set to be the biggest ever.

The Lynbrook Lake Lantern Festival is on Saturday, 5 October from 3pm-9pm at Banjo Paterson Park, Paterson Drive, Lynbrook.

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Casey council hopes to light up Bunjil Place to celebrate the 550th birthday anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak.

It comes as Minister for Multicultural Affairs Richard Wynne announced 18 organisations will share $200,000 to hold a range of events throughout October and November.

Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon successfully moved an urgent business motion at a council meeting in September to write to the State Government confirming which landmarks would be illuminated across Melbourne and if Casey could be included to help light up Bunjil Place.

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Shotgun hold-up

By Cam Lucadou-Wells A homeless armed robber who pointed a sawn-off shotgun at a lone service station worker and demanded all of the station's cash and cigarettes has been jailed.

Jack Rawson, 24, had knocked on the glass doors to be let into the United servo in Tooradin on the night of 12 February, the County Court of Victoria heard.

As the attendant's back was turned to find him a requested brand of cigarettes, Rawson produced the weapon.

Under threat of gunpoint, verbal abuse and urgings to "go faster", the worker filled a bag with about $500 cash from the till as well as $334 of cigarettes.

Ten days after the robbery, police arrested Rawson in the back seat of his car sitting on a clear bag of methamphetamine in Dandenong.

He had been living in the black Honda sedan at the time. He had been disqualified from driving for a month.

Rawson's offending was linked to his expensive drug habit - using up to 20 points of 'ice' a day, usually by himself in his car, the court heard.

His time in remand while awaiting sentence was his first period of drug abstinence since his early teens.

During sentencing on 25 September, Judge Scott Johns said Rawson's hold-up aimed to elicit terror.

Such armed robberies of "soft targets" were well-known to have a lasting psychological impact on victims, he said.

Judge Johns accepted Rawson's letter of apology and desire to remain drug-free were "genuine".

He noted Rawson's "limited" criminal history and impressive work ethic as a concretor and tree lopper, considering his disadvantaged background.

As he grew up, Rawson and his family at times lived transiently across several Australian states and at times in a car.

During his time in remand, he'd studied for his first formal work qualifications as well as attending weekly Narcotics Anonymous and

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CCTV image of Jack Rawson in the United servo in Tooradin.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

Rawson had the support of a "father figure" mentor and their family, who had offered him accommodation after his release.

Rawson was jailed for two-and-a-half years with a non-parole period of 15 months.

He was disqualified from driving for one year.

Clyde’s big recruit is a win for community

By Brendan Rees After recently celebrating their 75th anniversary, Clyde fire brigade received their ultimate gift - a new light pumper.

The brigade's community safety officer Ian Earle said the truck, which was fully funded by the CFA, was a big win for the community.

"This light pumper will improve the capability of the Clyde CFA volunteers to meet the needs of the suburban growth that is occurring in the Clyde, Clyde North area," Mr Earle said.

The keys were handed to the brigade's captain, Andrew Milligan by CFA assistant chief officer for the south east region Trevor Owen, during a presentation on Monday 23 September.

The diesel light pumper, which can carry up to five firefighters, features a 1200 litre water tank and a 100 litre special foam tank, and is fitted with emergency LED warning lights.

Other new equipment includes an extralong extendable ladder, a portable smoke extractor and portable lights. The truck will also soon be fitted with new breathing apparatus sets.

"This truck more suited to suburban residential type fires in that it is easier to operate, lighter, faster and more manoeuvrable around the suburban type streets than our current truck. Equipment is easier to access in storage cabinets," Mr Earle said.

The 40-member brigade hopes to buy other equipment from money donated made by public including an automated external defibrillator, signs, portable warning lights and extra tools.

"The arrival of the pumper will enable the volunteers to train and prepare for residential emergencies," Mr Earle said.

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Volunteer firefighters, Ian Earle, first Lieutenant Lee Bostock Jake Murphy, and Gary Harker give Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS the thumbs up to their new light pumper. 198468 which are more suited to open area type fires during the summer period.

Clyde fire brigade also celebrated a milestone 75 years of dedicated service to the community at the Tooradin Sports Club on Saturday 21 September.

Guests included deputy chief officer Gavin Freeman, representatives from Tooradin, Pearcedale, Officer, Warneet/Blind Bight and Cranbourne, and CFA brigades as well as guests from Berwick and Pakenham opportunity shops.

Volunteers were awarded medals, certificates and awards for their dedicated service to the community.

A special anniversary cake made and donated by Maree Schmidt was ceremonially cut

Former captain of Clyde CFA Ken Blencowe and new member Jake Murphy, representing the past and the future of brigade, ceremonially cutting a beautifully decorated cake by Maree Schmidt.

Picture: CLYDE CFA by one of the longest-serving members of the brigade, former captain Ken Blencowe, and one of its newest members, Jake Murphy.

Casey community groups providing support services will be able to cash in up to $10,000 from pokies money generated by the Lynbrook Hotel.

It comes as the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation directed the Lynbrook Hotel in 2018 to make an annual cash contribution of $68,000, as a condition of its gaming licence, to Casey Council.

Community groups, organisations, and schools located within Casey, which directly support residents of Lynbrook, Lyndhurst, Hampton Park and the wider Casey community, can now apply for up to $10,000 and a minimum of $1,000, as part of the Lynbrook Hotel Community Contributions Fund.

Figures show in the year to 30 June, Lynbrook Hotel raked in $8.9 million from its 55 electronic gaming machines while Casey as a whole recorded a total of $132.4 million in losses.

But Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon was adamant council was not endorsing gaming and gambling providers, products or services.

She said the funds would be made to groups and organisations supporting people experiencing hardship as a result of problem gambling, mental health support programs, social inclusion and promoting recreational activities.

"Our position on gaming machines has not changed and we are very aware of the social detriment that is caused to our communities as a result of gaming machines. We will continue to maintain our responsibilities to the community including social responsibilities in relation to gambling," she said.

Rev Tim Costello, chief advocate for the Alliance for Gambling Reform said the problem with the funding was it "reinforces the concept that there is some sort of 'community benefit' to gambling, when there is none."

"This pathetic $68,000 is coming off the back of the immense harm caused by gambling in Casey, to the tune of $362,632 per day lost on poker machines over the past financial year."

Mr Costello said the losses at the Lynbrook Hotel averaged at $24,614 per day last financial year, adding "this piddling $68,000 doesn't even represent three days of losses and gambling harm there. It's more of an insult to the community, not a benefit," he said.

It is anticipated the funds will primarily be distributed to benefit residents of Lynbrook, Lyndhurst and Hampton Park, being the primary patron catchment of the venue.

Two information sessions about the fund will be held on Monday 7 October at 10am at the Lynbrook Community Centre, and 6pm at Bunjil Place.

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Cranbourne West winner A Cranbourne West man has declared he experienced a 'very happy moment' the instant he discovered he won $1 million in the Lotto draw.

The happy man held the only division one winning entry nationally in Monday and Wednesday Lotto draw, drawn Monday 30 September and takes home the guaranteed division one prize of $1 million.

Sharing his joy with a Tatts official this morning, the overjoyed winner confessed he initially didn't believe his eyes.

"I can't believe it! I checked my numbers online and saw that I had all six," he said."I

double checked my ticket and double checked everything but it's only when you confirmed it just now that I finally believe it's true.

"It is a very happy moment!

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed he always bought his entries at the same outlet - Marriot Waters Sub News and Gifts at Marriot Waters Shopping Centre in Lyndhurst.

"I always buy this ticket and every week I choose the same numbers which are birthdays and then add a few random numbers," he said, adding "By god's grace this week my six numbers came up".

When asked how he planned to enjoy his new millionaire status the thrilled winner thought of his beloved family first.

"I'll share it with my wife, my son and daughter," he declared.

"It will be enough for me to pay off my home loan and then set up my children with deposits for their first home so they are all set for the future."

Marriot Waters Sub News and Gifts owner Kanya Seng said selling a division one winning entry was a dream come true.

"Ever since I bought my shop, I've dreamt of selling a division one winning entry and

making my customers dreams come true and now it has," she said.

"I am so excited and I've been telling every single customer who has come into the shop today.

"They are all really happy for us and are hoping it's their turn next.

"This is the first division one winning entry we've sold so we are thrilled, she said.

"It's great to hear it is a local and a regular to out outlet.

"Congratulations to our winner! We wish them all the best with their prize"

Supermarket ram raid

By Brendan Rees Police are on the hunt for bandits who used a stolen car to ram raid a shop at Lynbrook Village Shopping Centre, stealing cigarettes on Thursday 26 September.

It's alleged a stolen car reversed into the shopping centre off the South Gippsland Highway about 3.40am.

"The occupants have exited the vehicle and stolen cigarettes from a store and then left in another vehicle," Victoria police spokeswoman Melissa Seach said.

Traders expressed their shock as they arrived to find the entrance to Coles badly damaged.

Paul March, who works at the Lynbrook Vision Centre, said the shopping centre was usually quiet and never really experienced any trouble.

"I was shocked when I saw it - never see any trouble generally," he said.

"Honestly, I've been working here now four years and I find it a very nice shopping centre."

He added: "Never have any dramas at all - this is a real first."

Jason Lam, manager of Chemist Discount Centre, said it was the first ram raid he had heard of but added his store was being hit by shoplifters.

"We're in the middle of trying to employ systems to try stop shoplifting because that's our big issue here," he said.

Linda Do, manager of the Lynbrook Bakehouse, said she was shocked to see the broken glass.

She added around December last year, thugs had tried to grab an ATM by smashing windows at the front of Coles.

Coles did not wish to comment on the current incident. Police are investigating.

Meanwhile, police were called to a shopping complex on Cranbourne Road, Frankston about 2am on Thursday, 26 September.

Investigators believe four male offenders reversed a Ford Ranger utility through glass doors and attempted to steal an ATM.

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A Casey charity providing immediate help to families in crisis is in desperate need of council funding as the end of its lease looms.

At their 17 September meeting, Casey councillors voted to explore ways of providing funding to the Andrews Centre in Endeavour Hills before its lease ended in April 2020.

For the past 20 years the Andrews Foundation, a philanthropic trust, has generously paid the rent for the Andrews Centre building - however this funding will cease as soon as the lease was up.

The Andrews Centre's chief executive Judy Martin said Endeavour Ministries, which runs the not-for-profit on Hanna Drive, had looked at a number of options but found the only way forward was to buy the building as the landowner wanted to sell.

"Each year the centre spends around $254,000 just providing the services we offer, so we are seeking help from council to help us repair costs and/or supporting us to pay back moneys borrowed to purchase the building," Ms Martin said.

"We remain reliant on the support of other individuals and organisations to keep doing all we can to help those in need.

"We are truly grateful to the many who have provided this much valued support," she said.

For the past 25 years, the Andrews Centre has been providing food relief as well as counselling and legal advice to more than 300 people from Endeavour Hills to Dandenong every week.

"The psychologists agree to work at the centre for no fee beyond what is provided by Medicare," Ms Martin explained.

"Clients are bulk billed and, where families are in crisis and cannot afford further sessions needed after Medicare runs out, the centre covers the cost."

They also provide free legal advice for the financially disadvantaged, and free educational courses.

During the council meeting councillor Rosalie Crestani said council was committed to helping the Andrews Centre.

"We have assisted in small grants but now we recognise there's a milestone that is approaching and we don't want to miss this opportunity," Cr Crestani said.

"I know we'll have community support to lend further financial commitment to them," she said.

Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon praised the centre for "delivering outstanding services to the community," adding it was "our intention is to be able to assist in some way."

"I know our council officers are doing all they can to find out how we might be able to do that," she said.

A report will come back to council in October.

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Lily Pettenuzzo: We are in Timbarra as well. We have a big gum tree in nature strip as well. The roots have already clogged up the sewer system and now all our front concrete sleeper wall is all out of shape. The front footpath too is uneven. Had the council out to investigate and if we want to take it further we have to supply engineering reports and a whole stack of other reports which I'm sure will be costly. These tress are certainly not good for the nature strips.

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By Brendan Rees A Narre Warren man has described the moment he and his dog were "ripped apart" by a naked man in his driveway.

Andrew Wilson thought he was going to die when he was set upon by the crazed man after he had jumped a fence about 1.30pm on Friday 27 September.

"He was like an assassin, eating me," the 41-year-old said.

"I've got a massive bite mark on my right bicep and it's all bruised down my arm," he said.

Mr Wilson said he was sitting his car with his Maltese dog about to head to McDonald's when the random attack occurred.

"I saw him jumped the fence and come over like he was Jesus, he had his arms out," he said, The naked 19-year-old then opened his passenger side door on Linlithgow Court and "started talking about angels".

"He was really fast ... he went to pull the dog apart," he said.

"I grabbed him and I managed to open the driver's door and throw him out.

"He was gouging my eyes out. All I could do was wrestle with him for about 30 minutes.

"He was non-stop and he was chanting the whole time 'I am of light, I'm of light'," Mr Wilson said, before the man "chewed" his fingers.

"He could've got my car if he wanted to; the car was running in the middle of the road."

Mr Wilson said he pleaded for his life, tooting his horn as the man continued his savage attack.

"He had bitten off my bracelet, and he bit off my watch," he said. "I couldn't get him off me ... he had a lot of energy, 13 minutes felt like 40 minutes.

"I was praying police would come. Any second, any second, but it kept going."

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"My neck is very sore, just talking hurts ... my whole eye went red since it happened."

Mr Wilson said his dog, Beau, was shaken but doing well.

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Police spokeswoman Belinda Batty said police arrested the Berwick man, who was taken to hospital for assessment. No charges have been laid.

Mr Wilson was bruised and scratched after the ordeal.

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Falcons attract big crowd LYNBROOK FALCONS TOURNAMENT Aiming to bring communities together, Dasmesh Sports Club/Lynbrook Falcons organised Junior Soccer Tournament on 14-15 September at Lawson Poole Reserve Cranbourne, where a total of 350 soccer players participated from 22 local soccer clubs.

About 1000 people, including players and families, attended the tournament.

Sikh Volunteers organisers were able to serve free food, fruits and water to all the players and attendees.

The tournament was hailed as a great success and a true example of social integration.

For more information about this club, go to: https://www.dasmeshsportsclub.com.au/ lynbrookfalcons/ CASEY GARBA NIGHT The Casey Multicultural Festival Organisation held its annual Garba night at a fully booked Casey Stadium on Friday.

Those in attendance were dancing and socialising and enjoying the very talented band.

The drummers played for two and a half hours without a break and didn’t appear to work out a sweat.

It was a great night for everyone.

Garba is a form of dance which originated in the state of Gujarat in India and runs there for nine days straight.

BUNNINGS CLYDE NORTH OPENS Now open for business, the store was packed with employees, managers, suppliers and businesses.

Manager Mahem Siritunga was joined by cricketing great (and local resident) James

Pattinson, who together unveiled the plaque by opening a Bunnings locker; Mahem then presented James with a “James Pattinson” gift card.

The store has a large footprint has lots of carparking with 150 employees; 80 of them being new positions and is located on the 46S Hamersley Drive, Clyde North.

PERSON OF THE WEEK ALORA AUSTIN Born 10 weeks premature, weighing in at 1.4kg, this newest member of the Lions Club of Cranbourne is a daughter to President Alisha.

She is an IVF baby who spent the first 10 weeks of her life in the special care nursery at Monash then Casey.

Alora was the youngest participant in the recent Mayor’s Walk for Disability and donned the event colours (purple).

She now weighs 3.8kg and is caught up in a battle as to whether she is a Collingwood or a Richmond supporter.

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"I've got to be kinder to myself because you torture yourself thinking could've done more," says Mrs O'Toole. "Survivor guilt isn't good."

It was 5pm on 12 July 2013 when a man wielding a 20-centimetre carving knife entered Bridget and Dermot O'Toole's jewellery store in Hastings.

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By Brendan Rees Bridget O'Toole has tried to block out the painful memory the day her husband was tragically killed by two stab wounds to the upper chest.

"I've got to be kinder to myself because you torture yourself thinking could've done more," says Mrs O'Toole. "Survivor guilt isn't good."

It was 5pm on 12 July 2013 when a man wielding a 20-centimetre carving knife entered Bridget and Dermot O'Toole's jewellery store in Hastings.

"I thought it was a customer coming in and I just got up to serve him," she said.

However Mrs O'Toole, of Lyndhurst, was attacked by the armed assailant who pushed her into a glass cabinet and stabbed her several times.

"He was screaming like a lunatic," she recalled.

During the attack Mr O'Toole, who suffered from Parkinson's Disease, came out from the workshop to defend his wife and began wrestling with the assailant.

"We were just trying to fight him off ... Dermot was desperately trying to save me."

"Dermot fell over, he tripped over and he turned on him and stabbed him to death," she said.

Mrs O'Toole attempted to pull the offender away from her husband and in doing so she was

further assaulted. The assailant then ran out of the shop.

Mr O'Toole, 64, was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene.

Mrs O'Toole was taken to hospital where she had to undergo plastic surgery for the extensive serious stab and slash wounds and the glass shards that were embedded in her back.

For her actions, Mrs O'Toole was awarded the 2018 Gold Clarke Medal during a presentation at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 23 August.

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further assaulted. The assailant then ran out of the shop.

Mr O'Toole, 64, was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene.

Mrs O'Toole was taken to hospital where she had to undergo plastic surgery for the extensive serious stab and slash wounds and the glass shards that were embedded in her back.

For her actions, Mrs O'Toole was awarded the 2018 Gold Clarke Medal during a presentation at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 23 August.

"It was a beautiful day," says Mrs O'Toole. "I was totally humbled and to be deemed worthy of such a prestigious award I couldn't believe it."

The medal is an award of The Royal Humane Society of Australasia and is the Society's highest award for the most outstanding case of bravery.

Mr O'Toole was posthumously awarded the Star of Courage in 2017 - Australia's highest bravery accolades which recognises "acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril".

The robber, Gavin Perry, 27, was high after taking ice and on parole at the time of the murder.

He was jailed for 27 years in 2014 for the crime.

Mrs O'Toole remembers her husband of 41 years as a wonderful man who was a funny, kind and loyal man."I had the best husband and we had a great life together," she said. "Life has just been horrible since."

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Debutantes reunite decades later

By Brendan Rees Two teenage friends have reunited after 74 years after moving into the same aged care home in Cranbourne East.

Noela Midgley, 89, was stunned when Valma Burston, 90, approached her in the lounge room of the Langford Grange Aged care home and said: "I know you."

"I said 'how do you know me?' Noela replied. "I said 'I'm 89 years-old'." "'You and I made our debut when we were roughly 16-years-old," Valma told her.

The pair discovered they attended their debutante dance - the Oakleigh RSL branch Victory Ball held at Oakleigh Memorial Hall in 1945 after the war ended.

Valma said: "I don't know what it was I saw her but as soon as I looked at her I thought Noela."

Noela says Valma "had the cheek to say 'you haven't changed at all, your looks are the same'."

The pair today are inseparable, spending their days talking, playing cards and scrabble.

"We just picked up where we last left off," Valma laughs.

"The things that she can remember is unreal," Noela says.Noela adds she tries to walk as much as she can, visiting Valma in her room to "make sure she's alright."

They who both grew up in Oakleigh, and recall taking their brothers to their debutante dance as "they did everything for you".

Noela says her father was one of the first students to attend the opening primary school in Tooradin in about the 1890s.

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Valma Burston, left, with her long-lost friend Noela Midgley. 198532 Donald and had three children. They were married for 20 years until she remarried a man named Frank Midgley.

Valma, also at the age of 18, married Frank Alison and had three children before he died nine years later. She then married Lenny Burston for 30 years.

Noela has seven grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren, while Valma has eight grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.

"I'm starting to fail a bit to remember all their birthdays," Valma laughs.

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Valma Burston, third from left in back row, with Noela Midgley to her right, at the their debutante ball at the Oakleigh Memorial Hall in 1945.

The State Government has defended its contract with rail operator Metro Trains after “frustrating” performance figures for the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines.

Both lines have failed to meet on-time performance targets for each month of 2019. In August, Cranbourne’s line was worst in metro Melbourne with 83.4 per cent of services ontime. Pakenham services were second-worst, with 85.4 per cent of trains on time.

Added to that were 214 unscheduled train cancellations and ‘no shows’ for Cranbourne, and 245 for Pakenham in August alone.

Opposition public transport spokesperson David Davis said performance had “plummeted” even since the Government had spent $2 billion on level crossing removals on the line.

“It’s a lack of focus by the (Public Transport) Minister and the loss of passing loops ... the impact is huge.”

A Government spokesperson said the results “aren’t good enough, they’re frustrating for passengers and Metro needs to do better”.

“We introduced tough new contracts that introduce big penalties when Metro doesn’t hit its targets - they will be penalised for this month’s results.”

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By Danielle Kutchel It's the most wonderful time of the year, and most people would say it's also their favourite time of the year: a time to let your hair down and party it up with friends, family and colleagues alike.

Unfortunately, it's all too easy to take the "silly" season a bit too literally and make a faux pas at the dreaded office Christmas party that you can bet your workmates will remember well into the new year.

But it is possible to enjoy all that Christmas has to offer and avoid any embarrassments,

simply by remembering the rules of etiquette: 1. Respect alcohol Many corporate Christmas parties now have rules around how much their employees can drink on the night - if at all. If your company does have such a policy, make sure you respect what it says - after all, you want to have a job to come back to next year! If you are allowed to drink, know your limits and drink in moderation. And don't forget to organise an Uber or taxi home!

2. Dress for success While it's fine to dress up a little bit, it's wise to avoid anything too revealing. You might also

wish to consider where the party will be held and what you will be doing. Is it at a restaurant with a dress code? Will you be indoors or outside? Is it a sit-down occasion or something more active, like barefoot bowls?

3. Mingle all the way Now isn't the time to talk badly about colleagues behind their backs or complain about your job. Maintain a friendly, positive tone - it is the season of good will, after all. You could take the opportunity to introduce yourself to any managers or executives you haven't yet spoken to, or congratulate your team on a hard year's work.

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With a bit of common sense, the office Christmas party can be one of the best occasions on the work calendar, and one that you'll be happy to reminisce about in the new year.

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By Danielle Kutchel With good coffee as its foundation, a new social enterprise cafe in Cranbourne aims to bridge the gap between mental illness and employment.

When L’arte Central opens on Saturday 5 October, it will be the culmination of seven years of dreaming for managing director Drew Gormlie.

He’s got some very specific goals for the cafe - he aims to be trading at a profit inside of six months and become self-funding in the first 12 months.

He also wants L’arte Central to be ranked 4.8 out of 5 on Beanhunter in the first three months.

But L’arte is about more than just good statistics.

It’s about giving people who have suffered severe and enduring mental health challenges a fresh chance in life and work, and equipping them with the support and training they need to succeed.

Mr Gormlie is no stranger to the challenges that some people in the community face. He is also the CEO and founder of Life! Central, a preventative agency operating in and around Casey with a focus on suicide prevention and intervention, youth support, trauma and other practical support. As well, he is the pastor of Life! Central church.

L’arte Central is responding to a need he saw in the community.

“There’s a statement that I like which is, ‘evil prevails when good men do nothing’,” Mr Gormlie says.

“Our goal is: if we can help people in the community, then our organisation feels like it’s our responsibility to respond to those needs if we can.

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L’arte will function as a commercial cafe and will have placements for between eight and 20 people at any given time, who will do short shifts across the week to develop their capacity, skills, experience and qualifications through a training program run by Chisholm.

Graduates will have the capacity to work full or part time, go on to other training and pursue goals that they thought were beyond their grasp.

“We want to help people to understand that their value has nothing to do with their experiences, and if given the right set of circumstances and opportunities they can turn that around,” Mr Gormlie said.

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Participants will include school-based and mature age trainees, NDIS and work for the dole participants, and will be subject to an intake procedure to be eligible for the program.

As well as training, the social enterprise cafe will offer art programs for all ages, run by Dr Michelle Sanders, to assist individuals to work through issues they may not be able to verbally articulate.

A studio and gallery space on location will allow for the creation and display of art which can then be purchased by cafe customers, further supporting the artists.

L’arte Central is located at unit two, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East. The grand opening will take place on Saturday 5 September from 7am until 4pm.

Artists from Melbourne's South East are officially invited to apply for the 2020 City of Casey Art Spaces Exhibition Program.

The program provides a great platform for artists of visual art forms, including digital media, to increase their exposure and reach new audiences.

River Gum Ward Councillor and Chair of Casey's Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee Wayne Smith noted the success of last year's exhibition and the opportunities it provided to local artists.

"In 2019, the program had over forty artists exhibiting in a range of mediums, with many participating artists reporting that the program had opened further creative opportunities for them," he said.

With the aim of celebrating and sharing the vibrant cultural life in our municipality, the program offers four exhibition spaces in Cranbourne, Endeavour Hills, Doveton and Bunjil Place.

City of Casey Mayor Cr Amanda Stapledon is encouraging all local artists to apply for the program, welcoming all types of mediums, concepts and visual techniques.

"We are looking forward to hosting a range of inspirational visual artists and crafters, and sharing their creativity with the wider community," she said.

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By Danielle Kutchel They say the best way to learn something is to teach it to another - and that has certainly proved true for two local schools.

Year 9 Victorian Young Leaders to China (VYLC) students from Alkira Secondary College have been visiting Hillsmeade Primary School to pass on their knowledge of Chinese language and culture.

Three Learning Chinese Matters (LCM) sessions have been held at Hillsmeade Primary School for grade 4, 5 and 6 students, with the third session held on Wednesday 11 September.

Fourteen VYLC students ran paper cutting, Chinese singing and dancing and Beijing Mask making activities with their younger counterparts.

The sessions were run at Hillsmeade, where students learn Mandarin, to further embed cultural understanding and to strengthen the relationship between the primary school and Alkira.

It was also an opportunity for the older students to demonstrate their leadership skills

Bailey, Aurora and Vini from Alkira share their knowledge with Hillsmeade students. and pay forward the cultural and language knowledge that they had gained during a trip to China in earlier this year.

Alkira students were positive about the LCM program.

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"We had a great time teaching the students at Hillsmeade and the students had just as great a time as us." cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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The activities allow grandchildren to spend quality time with their grandparents.

The activities were designed so both the young and young at heart could enjoy them.

It’s all quality time If you’re a grandparent, you’ll probably be asked to care for your grandchildren from time to time, especially on school holidays.

At Casey Grange Village in Cranbourne, the large number of children visiting their grandparents in the village prompted the active living coordinator, Natasha to devise a holiday program to the delight of both generations.

“When I was a child, my grandmother was an instrumental part of my upbringing,“ Natasha explains.

“As a European woman, she was predominately at home, with no aspirations to travel or socialise. She was available to look over me whenever circumstances required and was just as much a female role model as my own mother was.“As a mother myself, my children don’t have the same relationship with their

grandparents as I did. With grandparents still working well into their 60s and with ambitions to then travel and create experiences that weren’t necessarily available to them during their younger years, this lessens the amount of time that grandparents spend with grandchildren.

“And with an inevitable generation gap expanding the more that modern technology, pop culture trends and forever evolving ethics and morals, the bond and connection that grandparents share with their grandchildren can degenerate over time,” she adds.

All activities in the program came with the foundation that they must be completed together, grandparents and grandchildren as a cohesive team.

The activities themselves were simple but

utilised different aspects of the mind, whether it be creative, problem solving, fine and gross motor skills, or knowledge and recollection.

The young and the young at heart found plenty in common.

“The first program ran for 3 days a week, over the two-week period. It gave a plan for grandparents to be able to have their grandchildren on the days where something was scheduled for,“ Natasha said.

“The residents had a wholesome and engaging session with their grandchildren, and the children had new memories made with their grandparents and somewhere exciting to want to return to next school holidays.”

Natasha is currently planning the next series of activities for the September school holidays.

The Victorian Seniors Festival returns for its 37th year this month, celebrating the one million-plus Victorians aged over 60 who make significant contributions to society.

Starting on Sunday 6 October, the monthlong celebration of older Victorians will see more than 2,500 events and activities held across the state, where older Victorians can come together and connect with one another.

From a laughter club to Bollywood dancing to tai chi, the Victorian Seniors Festival offers opportunities for everyone to get involved, learn a new skill and have fun.

This year’s festival theme, 'Get into it!', encourages older Victorians to get involved in the festival’s free or low-cost events. Regardless of background, experience or mobility, all seniors are invited to learn new skills, make new friends and take part in fun-filled activities.

From 10:30am until 4pm on Sunday 6 October, Melbourne’s Federation Square will be filled with choirs, dance groups and performers for Celebration Day. This annual Festival highlight gives older Victorians, their friends and families the opportunity to participate in all kinds of activities in the one place.

A new event for this year’s festival is Music to Play to Plants, afternoons showcasing the musical talents of Aura Go, Tomoe Kawabata and Genevieve Lavey as they mimic the sounds and patterns of nature in the Royal Botanic Gardens on Monday 7, Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 October.

For more information about events and activities, visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au or pick up a free Victorian Seniors Festival program at any Coles store, local library, council office or neighbourhood house.

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A week of free travel Seniors will enjoy a week of free travel on all public transport across Victoria during the Victorian Seniors Festival this October.

Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Luke Donnellan announced the free week of travel for Victorian Seniors Card holders from 6-13 October.

Seniors just need to tap on with their Seniors Myki Card to enjoy free travel on all Melbourne trains, trams and buses, as well as regional trains, coaches and buses (including regional town bus services).

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launch of the Victorian Seniors Festival, back for its 37th year celebrating the contributions to our community made by more than one million Victorians over 60.

This year’s festival theme is “Get into it!”, with older Victorians encouraged to get involved in the more than 2,500 events and activities taking place across the state.

From 10.30am on Sunday 6 October, Melbourne’s Federation Square will be filled with choirs, dance groups and performers for Celebration Day to launch the festival.

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More daring seniors can descend 61 metres underground to experience Bendigo’s Central Deborah gold mine, while film lovers can enjoy the annual Seniors Film Festival at ACMI, showcasing both classic and modern films.

For a full rundown on festival events and activities, visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au or pick up a free Victorian Seniors Festival program at any Coles store, local library, council office or neighbourhood house.

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By Danielle Kutchel The City of Casey has moved to cement its reputation as a tourist destination in the growing Chinese traveller market through a video for Chinese viewers.

Broadcast in July on a Beijing television station, the video featured Moonlit Sanctuary and MPD Steak Kitchen and aimed to put Casey on the map as part of a global tourism push.

The video promoted Casey as a great weekend family getaway destination, and highlighted the two local attractions as part of its theme: "Fun Casey, feed animal, enjoy gourmet food".

Having been open for three years and with plans to be around for a lot longer still, MPD manager Marcus Fabian says the restaurant saw an opportunity through the video to mark their presence in the City of Casey.

"The benefit for us is to expand our presence, not just to people in Beijing and China but to within the Chinese community in the City of Casey who also might watch the footage or be told by friends back home," Mr Fabian explained.

Michael Johnson, director at Moonlit Sanctuary, said the sanctuary had been looking to develop links with China through the City of Casey, and jumped at this opportunity.

"We were surprised at how widely it was distributed and how it turned out," he admitted.

He said the Chinese tourism market was changing, with increasing numbers of independent travellers rather than tour groups, and that the sanctuary's tourism strategy involved working with these independent travellers.

"International tourism is very good for us and the community, because people spend their money in the community and come all year round," he said.

The video also featured a brief look at Bunjil Place as an entertainment precinct.

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Manufacturing far from dead in Australia Busting the myth that Australian manufacturing is dead and buried is a driving passion of Australian electronics manufacturer, Ray Keefe, who has developed market-leading products in Australia for more than 30 years.

“Unfortunately, a belief among many home-soil manufacturers that overseas competition has killed off Australian manufacturing fuels a public misconception that the industry is all but phased out. But the facts defy the myth”, said Ray. “Recent statistics show that manufacturing in this country has grown every month except one since October 20151 and 2018 saw 85,000 new jobs created in manufacturing, among the highest of any sector2.

“The biggest barrier to Australian manufacturing is not overseas competition. It’s the mindset of many Australian manufacturers who think that manufacturing products overseas is the only viable option.

“That may be true for highly commoditised products and where quality and longevity are not the highest priorities. But when you want to produce a highly reliable product, Australian manufacturing changes the sales conversation because of the integrity of the process and ability to directly follow up the manufacturer if you need something addressed with the product.”

Ray is the head of Narre Warren-based electronics design and embedded software development firm, Successful Endeavours, whose electronics product excellence and business acumen has seen the company recently notch up its 47th award win.

While being recognised for developing world-class, cost effective technologies for Australian electronics manufacturers is hugely satisfying, it is Ray’s laser-focussed vision to see the continued growth and long-term resil-

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Ray Keefe and the team at Successful Endeavours. ience of the manufacturing industry that fuels his drive to push the limits of innovation.

Why? “Because I’ve got grandchildren!," Ray explained.

“I asked myself 20 years ago where jobs in the future would come from. That’s why I’m supporting the industry that generates more jobs for this country than any other industry.

“According to the Victorian Government, for every direct job in manufacturing, up to five indirect jobs are created. In fact, about 40 per cent of the nation’s approximately 11 million jobs depend on manufacturing if you follow the figures through.

“To underline the importance of manufacturing, think of a world without it.

“There would be no cars, no public transport, no utilities, empty shelves on supermarkets, no furniture, no clothes, no buildings, no mobile phones, computers or televisions, and the list goes on...

“Almost every facet of modern-day living is made possible because of a manufacturing process.

“If we want to grow Australian jobs and maintain our standard of living, then governments need to better support industries that make things and create fundamental value, like manufacturing.”

Successful Endeavours is a prolific maker of things. Since its establishment in 1997, the company has produced more than 2000 products or product enhancements; currently finishing a design, component, upgrade or complete electronics product every three days.

“Australian manufacturing is growing but to grow exponentially, we need to get everyone behind it: government, businesses and the manufacturing industry itself.

“We have the opportunity to support future generations of workers and the prosperity of our nation if we do.”

For more on Ray's thoughts on manufacturing go to grow.starcommunity.com.au

Over the past few months I have attended a number of networking events some of which have been specifically focused on small and micro business owners. What’s great about these is that you just can’t help but be impressed by their passion and enthusiasm for what they are doing and this is typically the reason the business was established in the first place.

Whilst the number of business failures is not as dire as some make out (according to the Small Business Association (SBA), only 30% of new businesses fail during the first two years of being open, 50% during the first five years and 66% during the first 10), it is still significant and it is clearly not a risk-free undertaking. What typically keeps them going? Passion.

However, what is important to note is that passion is a fuel and like any other fuel, it is necessary but not sufficient to drive an engine; the motor also requires oil and electricity in order for any kind of traction to be obtained.

And so it is in business: businesses can’t survive on passion alone, they also need additional inputs to perform and so here are my thoughts on what is required for a successful and sustainable business: Not understanding the target market.

Many business owners assume that customers will love their product or service as much as they do, but demand is a function of perceived value of which price is necessarily a factor. Understanding the price the market will bear, the anticipated sales volume and what is needed to cover costs is critical if the business is to make money.

Lack of a defined Business Strategy or Business Plan.

There is simply no substitute for defining what you want to achieve, how you will do it, what it will take to get you there and writing this down. If the strategy and/or plan is solid, measures should become easy to see; discipline and accountability will help you get there.

No defined approach to Sales and Marketing.

These are the core drivers to revenue generation and so cannot be done in the margins.

Thinking about how your product and/or service will meet customer needs and ensuring that your marketing targets the right customers is essential. A disciplined approach to sales management will then be necessary to fully leverage the opportunities that result.

Not knowing your numbers.

People don’t start businesses because they are good at business and for many the idea of creating a budget and tracking financials is off-putting. However, you must be able to track and manage the finances otherwise you are almost certain to get unpleasant surprises.

Managing your financials is not as difficult to do as you may think and the rewards are undeniable.

On Friday 22 November, marketing and communications specialist Ros Weadman and I will be joined by Lana Johnson to host a one day event that will equip business owners with the essential information needed in all the above areas to share practical tools and techniques to provide “Business Strategies to Turn Passion into Profit”, we would love to see you there.

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By Brendan Rees A textile artist will spend countless hours creating decorative wall-hangings to help raise money for a charity supporting expecting mothers in crisis.

From 14-20 October, Kaci Hillis of Cranbourne will use her handcraft skills to hold a fundraiser named Mini's on a Mission to raise money for The Babes Project, a not-for-profit group supporting almost 200 women in Melbourne.

"I have always been very passionate about helping others who are less fortunate than I am and was looking for a way in which I could support different local charities," Kaci says.

The Babes Project, based in Frankston, supports pregnant women when faced with challenges including homelessness and family violence.

Kaci began making macrame for friends and family as Christmas gifts last year and has since started a small business, By a Thread.

"I figured I could use this creative platform as a way to raise awareness and funds for the small charities that are doing incredible work," she says.

In 2014, Kaci founded a not-for-profit organisation, Opportunity Twelve Inc., which provided support for people experiencing homelessness.

"I know how difficult it can be for local charities to get the support they need, both in raising awareness and funds for their cause," she says.

"Mini's on a Mission is my way of giving back to these charity organisations."

Kaci's says her fundraiser is part of her mission to select a charity for one week of each season and donate 100 per cent of money raised from her handmade macrame wall hangings.

Anyone interested in buying a wall hanging can contact Kaci on 0402193742 or via Instagram: via www.instagram.com/_byathread_

Kaci Hillis is a on mission to help charities by raising money through her decorative wall pieces.

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Light the Night On Saturday 12 October Lions Club of Cranbourne is running its annual Light the Night event for the Leukaemia Foundation. The event is run at the Latrobe street reserve, the park at the corner of Marklin and Latrobe streets in Cranbourne. At 5:30pm they have a free community bbq and at approximately 7-730pm the walk will begin.

More information at lightthenight.org.au/ events/cranbourne.

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Help is on its way Sing out against family violence and mental health with Voices of Casey, City of Casey, RSL Dandenong/Cranbourne Sub-Branch, The City of Greater Dandenong Brass Band, the Choir of Hard Knocks and Play It Forward. The project includes a series of workshops culminating in a finale concert at Bunjil Place on White Ribbon Day, Sunday 24th November 2019. All singers are invited to join.

Workshops: Mondays October 21st & 28th, November 11th & 18th between 7.008.30pm. Venue: Fiddler's Green, 57 Gloucester Ave, Berwick. Performance: Sunday 24th November 2019. Rehearsal 10am - 2pm (TBC). Performance: 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm Venue: Bunjil Place Theatre, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren Registration is mandatory. There is a $20 registration fee per person to cover music & costs.

For more information & registration, please contact Paulien George via email: maritimes.1@ hotmail.com or 0412 741 195.

Theatre school holidays - Disney's Lion King Jnr Artzmartz Young Peoples Theatre is preparing for opening night of its production of Disney's Lion King Jnr in Cranbourne, a 60-minute version of the Broadway show, just in time for the school holidays. The theatre group has just returned from Newcastle where they won this year's most outstanding vocal group.

Thursday 3 October at 7pm; Friday 4 October at 2pm and 7pm; Saturday 5 October at 2pm and 7pm; and Sunday 6 October at 2pm at the Cranbourne Community Theatre, Brunt Street, Cranbourne. Book tickets at www.trybooking.com/BDCLW. Ticket prices from $18.

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Saturday 5 October at Narre Warren North Uniting Church, 1 Main St, Narre Warren North from 9am -1pm. For further information contact Rev. Bruce Crowle on 0425 738 481 or bruce.crowle@yahoo.com.

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Berwick Antique and Collectables Fair

Tulliallan sports field celebration

The Berwick Antique and Collectables fair is in its 4th year and gaining more popularity each year.There will be a wide range of antiques and collectables on offer by about 35 stall holders from around the state.Valuations will be held by David Freeman between 12 and 3 pm $5 per item (no jewellery, coins or stamps). Lunch and refreshments available. All proceeds go to Riding for the Disabled Doveton/Myuna Farm Centre.

Sunday 13 October from 9am-4pm at the Berwick Leisure Centrum, 79 Manuka Road, Berwick. Contact Coosje on 0432 869 215 or email to rdadoveton@gmail.com for further information.

Tulliallan Estate is inviting residents to a free barbecue to celebrate the Tulliallan sports field win after Casey Council recently announced it had purchased a 6.8 hectare site which will be turned into a sports field. Bakers Delight at Casey Central is donating bread and rolls for the celebration, and a prize will be awarded to children for the best design of the sports field. For entries email: tcag2019residents@gmail.com.

Bring a family picnic and make a day of it!

Sunday 13 October at 1pm at Wheelers Park Drive Reserve Playground, Gerda Grove, Cranbourne North, the park across from Arbourlea Community Centre. RSVP by Monday 7 October, with numbers in your family/friends for catering purposes.

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Craft exhibition The West Gippsland Group of the Country Women's Association will be holding their annual craft exhibition from 18-19 October at the Cranbourne Public Hall. On display will be baked items, hand crafts, jams and preserves, knitting, photography, dressmaking and more available.

The West Gippsland Group consist of Noble Park, Dandenong, Cranbourne, Casey Dinner Woorinun (Upper Beaonsfield) Packenham, Officer KooWee Rup and Emerald. Funds raised will support various community projects including the promotion of traditional crafts and scholarships to secondary and tertiary students.

Spring market day sale Grab a bargain from a range of items including plants, op-shop discounts, sausage sizzle, morning tea, cake stall, gluten free and sugar free items available, jams and relishes, and 20 STAR NEWS

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Great Gatsby fundraiser Assisting Casey Education (ACE) Foundation will be hosting a Great Gatsby fundraiser dinner to help to raise money for disadvantaged students across Casey. Early bidding for the night's silent auction will start from 11 September. To check items and start bidding visit: 32auctions.com/ ACEfoundation. Tickets are $135 tickets which includes a three course meal, canapes, wine, beer, champagne and soft drinks.

Saturday 26 October at the Cranbourne Turf Club, 50 Grant St, Cranbourne. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ace-great-gatsby-fundraisertickets-60171416326

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It's time to snap up a bargain as Warneet-Blind Bight fire brigade gets ready for its 13th annual Mega Community Garage Sale on Saturday 19 October at 8am.

It's estimated more than 50 households will participate in this year's event on where they'll host their own garage sales while helping raise money for the brigade.

Brigade members will also be at the Blind Bight Community Centre car park selling bacon and egg rolls, car boot sales, raffle, coffee van and a community safety table with interactive activities.

A sausage sizzle and raffle will be held at the brigade.

Registration forms will be delivered from early October with a $15 registration fee required no later than 16 October. Residents are encouraged to register with the brigade by calling 5998 7146 or email: warneetbbfirebrigade @gmail.com or via the Facebook page: Warneet- Blind Bight CFA.

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New Vogue, Ballroom, and Latin Dancing Put a Spring in your step - get out and get Dancefit! Enjoy great music, healthy exercise for mind and body, and socialise with others too.

The new Term 4 course commences on Monday 7 October at Balla Balla Community Centre, Cranbourne East. Beginner lessons is at 5pm, and an intermediate class is held at 6.30 pm for those with some dance experience. Classes are for one hour each. Also, from Thursday 10 October at 7.45 pm, a brand new beginner class will start at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, Bemersyde Drive Berwick. Dancing is so powerful, so come along and enjoy some Modern Waltz, Cha Cha Cha, and easy sequenced dances.

The next meeting of Narre Warren and District Family History Group will feature Comengs (name of train) to Cranbourne, buses to Emerald and everything in between: a historical excursion of public transport in the Pearcedale, Cranbourne, Narre Warren and Gembrook area.

It will be presented by Steven Haby, secretary librarian of the PMI Victorian History Library, Prahran, and a keen rail and bus enthusiast. Steve will bring along memorabilia from his collection which no doubt bring back memories of a time when it was possible to travel beyond Cranbourne by train and air conditioning on buses was opening a window. Supper will be served after talk, then the general meeting will commence. All visitors are welcome to attend. Entry fee $3.

Wednesday 9 October at 7.30pm, in the meeting room at the Casey Complex, 1/65 Berwick-Cranbourne road, Cranbourne. Please use Casey Radio entrance.

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Pre Kinder Enrolment Cranbourne Community House is now taking enrolments for three year old Pre-Kinder for 2020.

This program will assist your child with the separation process and introduce them to a more structured learning environment in preparation for kinder the following year.

These sessions offer a variety of stimulating activities and are designed to develop independence, social and conversational skills all while playing with children of a similar age.

Contact Cranbourne Community House 5996 2941, 49 Valepark Crescent Cranbourne.

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Ageing Positively Festival Body and mind Health for Over 55's Come along to this fun and informative workshops where you can participate in activities that will enrich and assist you on a daily basis: Strength Training- Learn the value of strength training as we age via easy exercises that you can do in your own home; Meditation- Experience the value of meditation and learn how it can be easily integrated into your everyday life; Healthy Cooking- Learn some great tips and tricks to prepare simple, healthy meals. Suitable for individuals or families Monday 14 October from 10.30am -2pm.

Book is essential by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or email: admin@ballaballa.com.au

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Celebrate online connections Come along and share a special 'High Tea' whilst joining this interactive workshop where you will have the opportunity to try new things online.

Learn about staying safe online, including social connections e.g. setting up Facebook, news & events; shopping online safely e.g. Ebay, Paypal; banking online with safety; using the internet to help with day to day activities like checking train/bus times and booking Dr. appointments.

Tuesday 15 October from 1pm - 4pm. Free session. Book is essential by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or email: admin@ballaballa.com.au

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Incredibly, the Swans have managed to hold onto basically its entire list, and add some vital depth and quality in a number of compartments, with the bowling depth something that the club has definitely put some time into this off-season.

Keogh believes that with the new faces, combined with established players and some emerging youth, the Swans are going to be an exciting bowling group.

"Obviously bringing in Jordy Hammond and Nick Huttley will add some depth to our medium fast bowling, and there's probably a few guys within our group that we believe there is natural improvement in," he said.

"James Long, who ended up in the third XI last year, is a better player than that, and he was a good second XI player the year before and still only 18 - he's a genuine all-rounder.

"We get James Maxwell back, who had a few injuries last year, and he's a genuine first, second XI left arm fast bowler.

"It was sort of a target (to improve the bowling depth) - we were definitely conscious when

The Swans will be looking to break back into the Victorian Premier Cricket finals this year, as well as continue to improve in the lower grades. 187705 Picture: ROB CAREW we shaped the list to have room for people to grow, and could see opportunities up a level.

"We believe there's still so much improvement to come, with guys like Jacko (Jackson Fry), Josh Dowling, and obviously with Nathan (Lamdben) spearheading the attack."

On the batting front, the Swans are loaded with talent, with Keogh still unsure of the mix to go with, something that has certainly eluded them in the past.

"In the first XI last year, we were able to have a few players have breakthrough seasons, obviously Michael Wallace was the standout, and then you add Nathan Freitag to the list, and he'll bat three most likely," he said.

"The batting on paper looks good, but it's going to probably come down to form - we're also keen to try and get Devin (Pollock) up the list a bit, because as a club, we believe he's got potentially another level in him, and to do that, he'll need to get up to that 700, 750 run

mark probably, and while keeping is critical, it's hard to get the runs when you bat seven.

"His glove work is as good as there is, but he needs to get more runs, and one of the ways to do that is to bring him up the order, and certainly in the red ball we'll look to bat him a bit higher."

The Swans will take on Prahran at Casey Fields in a one-day clash on 5 October, starting at 10am.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real festival of rugby The biggest weekend of rugby union south east Melbourne has ever seen will play out at Casey Fields this Saturday and Sunday, with National Rugby Championship (NRC), International 7s and Rugby World Cup action all featuring.

The City of Casey will host a NRC match for the first time when the Melbourne Rising take on the Fijian Drua in a blockbuster Round 6 encounter at 5.05pm on Saturday.

The Rising, stacked with all-star talent from the Melbourne Rebels Super Rugby side, is making a late charge for the finals having won their past two games, including a 40-26 win over Sydney on Sunday.

Both teams are just outside the top four with two rounds to play, making this a virtual elimination final at the Casey Fields Rugby League Complex.

The Drua, last year's champions, are sure to be supported by a large Fijian expat community, some of whom will also be taking part in the Melbourne International 7s event at the venue across the weekend.

Rising forward Tetera Faulkner, a Victorian product, said he and his teammates were eagerly anticipating the Drua showdown given what is on the line.

"It's pretty much do or die for us," Faulkner said.

"In the last couple of weeks we've been really enjoying our rugby. A lot of the Melbourne club players that are playing for us are really coming into their own and are starting to fit cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

into the program.

"Playing against the Fijian team, they like to chuck it around, that's one thing we're going to be on the lookout for.

"It's going to be a challenge but we're looking forward to it."

With $15,000 prizemoney up for grabs across men's, women's and juniors categories, the annual Sevens tournament is sure to be hotly contested, with Rugby Victoria receiving registrations from more than 35 teams for the event.

Matches kick-off at 9am on both days across two fields. On Saturday games will run until the warm-ups for the Rising NRC match.

With temperatures tipped to be in the mid20s, Saturday's carnival atmosphere will be topped off with a live screening of Australia's crucial Rugby World Cup match against Uruguay from 3pm.

The live site - with a giant screen, food trucks and pop up bar facilities - will be nestled in between the two Sevens playing fields, giving fans 180-degree access to top quality rugby as the Wallabies attempt to bounce back from Sunday's agonising pool stage loss to Wales.

In a precursor to potential future events, this weekend's action will take place within sight of where Council is planning to house a boutique rectangular stadium.

The proposed stadium, adjoining the Regional Soccer Complex currently under construction, could have as many as 8000 seats

Casey Mayor Amanda Stapledon (centre) with Tetera Faulkner and Rob Leota from Melbourne Rising/Melbourne Rebels and members of the Endeavour Hills and Casey Crusaders Rugby clubs.

198372 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS with temporary stands, a capacity that could see more NRC and even Super Rugby matches staged at the venue.

Rugby Victoria General Manager Chris Evans said: "Rugby Victoria is excited to partner with the City of Casey to host the Melbourne International 7s Festival this weekend.

"This is going to be a huge event for rugby

in Casey, and it will be great to see our two affiliated Rugby Clubs from Casey (Endeavour Hills and Casey Crusaders) participate.

"We thank the City of Casey for their support of the event and helping Rugby Victoria build the profile of rugby in Casey."

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The 2019 AFL Outer East Premier Division senior premiers, Narre Warren. 198315

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Magpies soar to victory

By Nick Creely

the past two grand finals, to find a way to inno-

The monkey is officially off the back - to overcome the obstacle that has been Berwick for

vate, and to find a way to - more importantly believe. It's the kind of premiership that won't

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HOW many times has Australia won the ICC World Twenty20 trophy?

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be lost on anyone associated with Narre Warren, the kind of win that could be the start of yet another Magpie dynasty.

What was so vital in Friday's rain-soaked grand final glory, 5.6 (36) to 4.3 (27) - and something that has eluded them in key moments against the Wickers in the past - was the Magpies' ability to convert their chances, not relent in their pressure, and to not stray from each and every player's roles.

Narre star Mitch Cox was the one to get the underdogs going in front of a monster crowd full of voice, drawing a high free and slotting the opening major of the day.

What was evident early was the suffocating pressure being applied by Matt Shinners' hungry group, who just wouldn't allow the Wickers to transition the footy with the ease they're used to.

But it needed to amount to something on the scoreboard.

While the Magpies were able to convert a chance through youngster Lachie Benson, who curled a ball through the goals with an excellent kick from a tight angle, what was more imperative was cutting off the supply to Wickers' forwards Harry Money - who was closely checked by Nathan Foote (best on ground) and Jordan Andrews, with the pair unable to find enough space to do any damage.

Heading into the first change, the Magpies had held the Wickers scoreless - almost a rarity considering the amount of stars floating through Rhys Nisbet's side - with the excellent start built off elite pressure, and some razorsharp foot skills off half back considering the difficult conditions.

With rain absolutely tumbling down, the strong start was absolutely vital for the Magpies, and the ability for Brad Scalzo, Dylan Quirk, Nathan Foote and Josh Tonna to find stacks of the footy was providing headaches, but it seemed the Wickers had clicked into gear when Money finally got his side on the board in the opening seconds of the second term.

Finding a bit of run and carry, largely through Madi Andrews in the middle, Bailey Asher and Will Arthurson starting to dictate terms with his intercepting off half-back, the Wickers gradually started to even the contest, but the Magpie defence held firm despite being peppered.

As they did all day, the Magpies responded in one of the most vital moments of the game.

Big man Jake Richardson - floating forward - showed great composure to slot a goal right on half-time, extending the margin to 14 points despite the Wickers largely owning the

quarter.

Knowing all too well that the Magpies have been in this position before, with the Wickers overrunning them in recent encounters despite trailing at half-time, the all-important third term was always going to be the decisive factor.

Travis Tuck - who was largely quiet in the first half - provided a textbook clearance to hand Jordan Andrews a monster goal to begin the second half, but the only difference this time was that the Magpies simply wouldn't allow the Wickers to get any flow.

With Richardson, Foote, Ryan Quirk, Trent Papworth and Mitch Dempster in the back half, and Scalzo, Quirk and Liam Myatt - who was hampered from a knock suffered early in the game - gritting their teeth and holding off the Wickers' advances, the Magpies were able to land a huge blow late in the term.

With the margin at a tricky eight points, star Trent Cody won a crucial one-on-one on the half forward flank, before turning his man inside out and turning it through the goals from 40 out. It was yet another clutch moment in a stunning finals series for Cody.

Taking in that 14-point buffer in the wet, and with the Wickers unable to kick consecutive goals, the Magpies almost put the game to bed early in the last when Cody once again streamed into an open goal to put the margin out beyond three goals.

But the Wickers were never going to just lie down, and they had one last push.

Starting to use the corridor more frequently, and move the ball with desperation and speed, the Magpies had to defend grimly, and when Jordan Andrews slotting a goal in the 13-minute mark, the champion side were still within touching distance.

It was the determination and grit that staved off the Wickers' push once and for all, completely shutting the game down despite their opposition doing anything it took to find the goals.

But it was third time the charm for the Magpies, with the Wickers running out of time as the siren blared on the stoke of 5pm, with legions of supporters streaming onto Toomuc Reserve to enjoy a famous victory, one that's well and truly taking the monkey off the back once and for all. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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Jack claims a top honour

By Brendan Rees He may only be 15-years-old but para-triathlete Jack Howell already has a long list of welldeserved accolades.

Born with Symbrachydactyly, a congenital absence of the left hand, the Berwick boy has competed in high level sports since age 10.

And now he is the youngest para-triathlete to ever be categorised as an elite athlete by the Australian Institute of Sport and Triathlon Australia.

On Wednesday 25 September, Jack was announced as the Variety Young Sports Achiever Award winner during the Variety Toyota AFL Grand Final lunch at the Palladium at Crown.

The award goes to a young person who has overcome adversity to achieve an outstanding level of success in sport.

The lunch featured AFL legends and footy stars from various teams to help raise money for Variety - the Children's Charity which helps kids in need.

The event also paid tribute to the late, great Danny Frawley, who was due to appear on the day.

In his speech, Jack said triathlon was a sport where he was able to challenge himself and grow.

"I have had a great coach, Kyle Burns, who has helped me adapt and believed in me," he said.

"He wasn't scared to ask me questions and learn about disability and para-triathlon. My training squad are some of Victoria's top youth athletes. They have become my mates and see me as Jack, not just the kid with one hand.

"It's their support and the support of Variety that help me to be my best and reach for my goals."

Having received the award, Jack now joins the ranks of nine-time grand slam winner Dylan Alcott OAM and paralympians; Heath Davidson, Samuel Rizzo and Nicholas Hum. Proud mum Therese said Jack had built a "fantastic community of people around him and it's a joy to watch him doing what he loves".

Jack competes in triathlon against his age group able-bodied peers as there is currently no para-triathlon junior racing in Australia for under-16 years.

Among Jack's highest achievements is placing second overall in the Victorian 2XU Triathlon Series, and placing 13th in the World Paraswimming Series/Victoria Open Swimming Championships in the multiclass open age.

Jack aspires to compete in the para-triathlon at the Paris Paralympics in 2024.

Jack Howell with his award.

Kicking serious goals at Lawson Poole

By Brendan Rees Hundreds of Casey youngsters put their soccer skills to the test after taking part in a tournament on 14-15 September.

Organised by Casey's Dasmesh Sports Club more than 1000 people including players and families turned out for the inaugural event at Lawson Poole Reserve in Cranbourne.

Club manager of the Dasmesh Sports Club Kulwant Singh hailed the tournament as a success - drawing a total of 350 soccer players from 22 local soccer clubs.

"The unique thing about this tournament was there was no team registration and empire fee charged to participant clubs," he said.

"With the great support of Sikh Volunteers organisers were able to serve free food, fruits and water to all the players and attendees.

"It was great to see so many communities integrated together and enjoying well organised event on beautiful weekend."

Mr Singh added: "This tournament has certainly achieved its motto of social integration."

The Casey Comets under-eights claimed first place against the Lynbrook Falcons. However, the Lynbrook Falcons under-nine team enjoyed a win against Keysborough Soccer Club, while Soccer Cardinia Coalition (Pakenham and Lang Lang United) also enjoyed success against the Hampton Park Sparrows.

In the adult soccer game, Khalsa Lions beat Punjab United. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

Yougsters with their medals after winning at a soccer tournament in Cranbourne.

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Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Stepping up to the plate The Casey Softball Association kicks off this Saturday for its near-50th season. The association runs on Saturdays throughout the summer at Sweeney Reserve in Berwick, with nine clubs competing in the league - each club having a range of teams catering for all ages and abilities.

The senior competition kicks off on Saturday with matches starting at 12.40pm and running throughout the day until the last match at 4.30. The junior competition will follow the week after, with matches beginning at 9am, prior to the senior competition, allowing junior players the opportunity to play senior softball as well.

The Casey Softball Association boasts a range of past and present Australian representatives who have risen through the system after learning the basics in the association. With softball being added back in to the Olympic Games, it's an exciting time to become involved in the sport. The association welcomes players of all ages and all abilities.

Anyone who would like more information on joining a fun and welcoming association is encouraged to contact Steve Lloyd on 0434 715 655, or by emailing contact@caseysoftball.org. au Thursday, 3 October, 2019

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