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Officer Kangaroos Junior Football Club members Teneille and Mia. 198439 Picture: JESSICA ANSTICE

Good skills

By Jessica Anstice As a way of introducing girls to football, the Officer Junior Football Club held a free girls only clinic on Friday.

The popularity of girls' footy has well and truly taken off, and girls interested in the sport were encouraged to get involved.

Over 90 girls, aged from four to 16, were keen to get out on the ground at the Heatherbrae Recreation Reserve in Officer and practice their football skills.

Coaches from the Officer Junior Football Club ran the day, along with the help of development coaches from the Melbourne Football Club Next Generation Academy.

"It was smiles all round - a successful day that we'll run again," Officer Junior Football Club president Shayne Honey said.

Toilet troubles

By Mitchell Clarke

"Labor continues to ignore Beaconsfield commuters, they have no timeline for the new carparks, no plans to upgrade the station and now we see a second upgrade at Hallam in the time not even a toilet has been made available here."

But it seems the concerns of Mr Battin and his constituents won't be addressed, with a government spokesperson shutting down any prospect of a toilet.

"Beaconsfield is an unstaffed station - toilets are regularly vandalised when there is no

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"For this reason, there are no plans to reopen these toilets to the public," the spokesperson confirmed.

Decisions on staffing and facilities at stations are made on a network-wide basis in consultation between Metro and the Department of Transport.

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Commuters holding onto hope for a toilet at the Beaconsfield Railway Station won't get relief any time soon.

Frustration is building after the state government announced on Monday 30 September that Hallam Station, which received a $150,000 toilet in 2016, will be removed to make way for a brand new station, as part of a larger project to remove the Hallam Road level crossing.

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is unusable, remaining locked, which has led Gembrook MP Brad Battin to call on the state government to implement a toilet.

"Labor cannot be serious when they say they are for all Victorians when Beaconsfield residents have been left with no cover, no staff, not enough carparks and nowhere to go to the toilet - they deserve better," he said.

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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

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 emergencies,” Mr Earle said.

He said the brigade will retain its current large tanker truck and big fill pump truck 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

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A labyrinth of colour, shapes, and winding tunnels has landed at Bunjil Place.

Visitors were transported to a different world as they stepped inside the giant illuminated installation of the Katena Luminarium on Thursday 26 September.

The interactive walk-in which indulges all the senses is designed by Alan Parkinson of UK based luminaria company Architects of Air, who draws his inspiration from architectural and geometric structures such as gothic cathedrals and Islamic architecture.

Guests can enter the mesmerising maze featuring a stunning kaleidoscope of colours, shapes and subtle sound until Sunday 6 October.

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

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, 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.

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

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IN BRIEF

Young life taken

By Brendan Rees

The scene of the crash.

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The community is grieving the death of Lorenzo Juriansz. 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.

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 hap-

py," 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 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

Lynbrook set to light up with lantern show

By Brendan Rees 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 characters, 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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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.

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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Tradie’s tools stolen at school

By Brendan Rees A brazen thief has been captured on surveillance video stealing from a car parked at Timbarra P-9 College in Berwick.

Footage shows a white Mitsubishi Magna pull up in the carpark about 11.20am on Saturday 14 September.

A man can be seen getting out and walking away from his car. However, within a few metres he stops and turns back towards the rear of the victim’s car, a Ford Ranger, parked nearby.

The footage shows the man breaking the lock to the canopy before stealing tools and driving off in the Magna within seconds.

The victim, tradesman Mark Shepherd, said he had parked his car between 11.30am and 1pm to watch his kids play basketball finals at the school stadium.

He says he didn’t realise his tools, worth about $4,000, were missing until the next day.

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of my car and the back wasn’t locked onto its latch,” he said.

Mr Shepherd of Pakenham said power tools, saws, a radio, electrical testers, drills multimeters, hand tools, and other items were missing.

“I’ve got cameras at home. I knew that I had locked the doors on the car, and so I went through the last three days before for footage but nothing came up,” he says.

His wife then told him to check with Timbarra P-9 College as to whether they had footage.

“Next minute after we parked the guy broke into my car,” he explained.

He said he hoped his car insurance would cover the lost.

The registration of the Magna is TRT 831.

Narre Warren police are investigating.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Attacked by ‘assassin’

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 jump 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 of 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."

The attacker gouged Mr Wilson's eyeballs.

Andrew Wilson is recovering with his Maltese dog, Beau. 198558 He managed to raise the alarm as police arrived and restrained the man.

"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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"I went to the shopping centre .. and he was at the window scratching begging me not to leave him," he said.

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

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Ram-raided 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.

“I was shocked when I saw it - never see any trouble generally,” worker Paul March said.

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

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On Thursday 26 September, a story was shared to the Berwick Star News Facebook page about a Timbarra resident's fight with the council to have a gumtree removed from his nature strip, which he believes is causing structural issues in his house. Here's how our readers responded: Racheal Gardiner: I'm also in Berwick and have a big gum tree in the front yard that keeps dropping branches. Council sent their arborist to inspect the tree and we were told nothing was wrong with the tree.

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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‘Dangerous’ tree worries

By Brendan Rees

By Danielle Kutchel A Berwick resident is furious after the City of Casey repeatedly refused to remove what he believes is a dangerous gumtree from his nature strip.

Adam Jacobi says the gumtree has caused "nothing but distress and anger" for him and his family, spreading roots through the lawn and clogging gutters with leaves.

His wife is too scared to sleep in the front bedroom during a storm in case the tree falls on the house, he says.

In March 2018 he messaged Casey Council, begging them to remove the tree.

Casey workers inspected the tree, but when Mr Jacobi requested a copy of the arborist's report and investigation outcome, he was told he would need to lodge a freedom of information request.

In messages sent to the City of Casey and seen by Star News Group, Mr Jacobi alleged that a crack had appeared in his roof and his bedroom door had been pushed out of alignment, and he would pursue the council for damages if the issues were found to be caused by the gumtree.

Mr Jacobi sought respite under Timbarra's tree removal program, but was told the tree was not part of the program.

The issue has dragged on and in messages sent by the City of Casey this year, council workers told Mr Jacobi that the tree "has been assessed as a low risk of harm to people and property."

To date, the only action taken has been that a low-hanging branch has been removed and

Adam Jacobi has pleaded with Casey Council to remove the tree. 197748 dead wood has been cut back.

Mr Jacobi says that's not good enough.

"My major issue is the safety of the children in the court and the damage to my house to which they have basically said "prove it", or they won't do anything," he said.

"They have visited the site twice and not once looked at the damage to my house.

"They have given me no help or information on how to go about proving it."

Casey's manager city presentation, David Richardson, said the tree had been inspected in May this year and did not meet the criteria for removal as it was determined to not pose "an unacceptable risk to people or property."

"A professional arborist assesses the general risk of our trees and they are removed if they're dead, dying, diseased or dangerous," he said.

A furious motorist is the latest parking fine victim to be caught out by a "confusing" sign along Kangan Drive in Berwick.

Jason Bell was slapped with a $165 fine after parking his car in a no-stopping area on Thursday 5 September.

He is one of many car owners who have been caught out by the parking fiasco.

Mr Bell, who works at the nearby Nossal high School, was left seething to discover the fine after visiting Chisholm Institute.

"First of all, the multi signed signs post along Kangan drive are very confusing for the general motorist trying to do the right thing by abiding by the law," he said.

"Also, where does Casey council get off by charging $165 for a parking fine?"

According to Mr Bell, there was "three lots of different information on the one signage post."

"I'm shocked for two reasons - one is the amount and number two: how can you hang the three signs which all contradict themselves virtually on one post?"

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As it stands, the 'no stopping' restrictions operate from 7.30am - 9.30am and 2.30pm 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. During other hours of the day, parking is restricted to two hours.

"I'm up that road every day of week and to me to have that much trouble; what's it like for an elderly person?" Mr Bell said.

"To cop $165 ...it's just very, very confusing."

Mr Bell said he would've been happy to pay a $3 fee for a parking spot nearby - but thought he had parked legally at the time.

The parking signs, which came into effect in July 2017, have drawn the ire of commuters who say the signs are "deceiving" and "confusing" with many residents venting their frustration to Star News.

Motorists protested at a Casey Council meeting in January by holding signs in the public gallery saying: "Change the signs," "Kangan Drive make it fair," and "Misleading and unfair."

In response, council introduced in what was described as 'clearer' parking signs displaying a no standing zone.

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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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By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Narre Warren father of five faces likely jail after burning his four-year-old adopted son's genitals to teach him a lesson.

The boy, who was naked after taking a shower, started lighting up a hand-held gas lighter in the kitchen, Dandenong Magistrates' Court heard.

The accused man, who was cooking rice at the time, took the lighter wand and touched its still-hot tip on the boy's genitals four times.

Each searing caused the boy to scream with pain, the court was told.

His injuries were discovered by staff at a child-care centre after the boy complained of a "sore bottom".

His mother was alerted by staff that day.

The boy was taken to hospital only after Department of Health and Human Services officers and police attended that evening.

Under direction of the DHHS, the accused man has since agreed to live apart from the family, the court was told.

On his arrest, the man told police that he didn't think the lighter was "that hot" and didn't realise the boy was injured. He thought his son had screamed out of fear, the court heard.

"I tried to make him scared of the lighter," he told police.

"I tried to teach him (it was) no good. The lighter wasn't on."

A defence lawyer said the "devoted" father's attempts to teach the boy a lesson went "horribly wrong".

"He's expressed that he's horrified by what happened and that he loves the little boy."

The accused had since enrolled in a men's behaviour change group and psychological counselling.

The court was presented with character references from his church's pastor and a work colleague.

Magistrate Tara Hartnett said she was concerned that the man would target "that particular area of a four-year-old body".

It would cause "maximum discomfort even if not hot", with the injuries being instantly

visible, Ms Hartnett said.

Ms Hartnett noted the "highly regarded" man had no prior convictions and good rehabilitative prospects but the gravity of offending called for a jail term.

"This is a serious assault on a four-year-old child where your client is essentially the father role and in cirucmstances where there are multiple individual injuries."

Ms Hartnett indicated that the man would be jailed for three months followed by a community corrections order.

The man will be sentenced at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on 7 October, pending a community corrections assessment.

Crane flips, causing power black out for thousands

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."

WorkSafe is investigating.

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The hidden cost of sugar I was walking through the aisles of a supermarket the other day and noticed that chocolate bars were on special.

For less than a dollar, I could buy a sugary snack.

That got me thinking: what was the real cost of that chocolate bar?

In the long run, we know the damage that sugar causes.

The cost of fixing that damage runs into the billions of dollars each year.

Most of the people reading this will most likely be thinking, “But it’s just one chocolate bar. What’s the harm?”

This may be true, if you limit yourself to just one.

What is the reality? If we are honest with ourselves, most of us will eat more than one chocolate bar.

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The younger generation is especially affected by high-calorie, low-nutrition foods.

High levels of sugar, fat and salt put children at increased risk of type two diabetes and heart disease, not to mention tooth extraction.

Perhaps more worryingly, habits formed in childhood seem to stick for life.

As a parent I do like to reward my children, and myself, with treats, but the reality is that I don’t limit it to just special occasions.

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Quality time in company 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.

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“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.

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Casey and Beijing

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.”

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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.

- Ian Ash is the Managing Director of OrgMent Business Solutions - www.ombs.com.au

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TIMBERTOP A UDIA FINALIST PARKLEA has been named as a finalist in the 2019 Victorian UDIA Awards for Excellence with the jewel in its development portfolio, Timbertop, nominated for Best Residential Development.

Parklea had a vision for Timbertop as far back as 2002 when it purchased land in Officer from the Hicks family who had farmed there since the 1800s.

When work started in 2012, Timbertop was one of the first estates to open up the now thriving corridor between Berwick and Pakenham for residential development.

Thanks to careful planning and with the liveability of future residents in mind at every step, Timbertop is a prime example of what can be achieved by a developer who is invested in quality and cares about its legacy.

Now, seven years later, the 80-hectare estate is nearly complete with more than 700 homesites and 2,000 people enjoying life at the top.

The estate’s final releases have created enormous interest, with buyers keen to snap up the last blocks in the premium Chateau release and the Timbertop East release situated around the estate’s picturesque wetlands.

The Chateau release features a wide selection of lot sizes, including generous blocks ranging from 630m2 to 1,049m2.

Situated at the high point of the estate, The Chateau release offers sweeping views of Officer across to Westernport Bay in the distance.

In contrast, the Timbertop East release affords residents water views across the wetlands. Timbertop East blocks range from 230m2 to 585m2 offering residents choice when it comes to building their dream home.

The 2.5-hectare wetlands are one of three significant open spaces within Timbertop, along with the 2 hectare Hicks Reserve and

the 1-hectare Timbertop West Reserve.

Timbertop’s popularity with buyers is understandable when you consider its peaceful country setting surrounded by all the essential services needed by a growing community.

Timbertop has its own cafe, which has become a favourite meeting place for friends, family and neighbours wanting to catch up over lunch or coffee. The cafe was created using the original sales office and is run by a local couple who say they love living and working in Timbertop.

Timbertop also has its own childcare centre, while the area is serviced by a plethora of quality government and private schools.

Transport links are well developed with

access to buses, trains and connection to the CBD via the Princes Highway.

Timbertop has completely transformed the once tiny hamlet of Officer. Now residents have at their doorstep an established shopping centre, fuel outlet and speciality stores.

Wine lovers don’t have to go far to enjoy a glass of locally produced vino and a tasting platter at D’Angelo Estate Vineyard.

Berwick, with its quaint village feel, is only a 10-minute drive from Timbertop, while a short drive north and you start climbing into the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.

Parklea Sales and Marketing Manager Jarod Mills said it was Timbertop’s “serene yet convenient lifestyle“ which set it apart and has helped produce exceptional sales

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“Residents quickly fall in love with life at Timbertop. We have a varied community at Timbertop with residents keen to connect with their neighbours. People are searching for a community where they belong and at Timbertop we believe that is just what we have a created - a community where everyone feels at home.“ Mr Mills said Parklea had worked proactively to create a safe, engaged and connected community at Timbertop.

A residents group was convened early in the life of the estate. The group now operates independently, with a strong, growing membership.

Other initiatives include providing residents with free exercise classes, the establishment of a mixed netball team, welcome nights for new residents, community events, including Carols By Candlelight at Christmas, and strong links with Neighbourhood Watch and local police.

Environmental sustainability has been one of Timbertop's guiding principles.

Parklea has provided sustainability group SECCA with dedicated space within the Timbertop Land Sales Office to promote its Home Energy Advisory Service.

Parklea also partnered with builder SJD Homes to construct one of Victoria's first zero net carbon homes at Timbertop.

Mr Mills said the entire team at Parklea was honoured by the UDIA's recognition of what they had achieved at Timbertop.

"Timbertop was designed to be a premium community for first and subsequent home buyers. The Facey family, owners of Parklea, have a long history in the South East and wanted to make this terrific region accessible to other families who also want to put down roots in an estate that they know will only continue to get better as it matures." ●

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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.

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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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.

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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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Berwick Antique and Collectables Fair 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.

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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 fresh organic produce.

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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Tulliallan sports field celebration 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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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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Mega Community Garage Sale 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.

Contact Di Marsh on 0408343202 or email her at difen69@bigpond.net.au.

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Family History Group 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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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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Blessing of the Animals Service.

Everyone and their pets are welcome to this service in the sacred garden.

Sunday 6 October at Narre Warren North Uniting Church, 1 Main St, Narre Warren North.

For further information contact Rev. Bruce Crowle on 0425 738 481 or bruce.crowle@ yahoo.com.

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Dandenong Chess Club We play every Wednesday from 7pm at the Albion Hotel in Dandenong.

Call Paul for more information - 0406786242.

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U3A Cranbourne There's plenty to keep seniors busy and warm with a variety of classes. Try line dancing, singing for fun or table tennis. Take ukulele and guitar lessons or learn to play the keyboard. There's also calligraphy, card making and paper craft, patchwork, sewing and knitting groups - all willing to teach you something new. There are several classes held to assist beginners to more advanced students in computers. The French and Italian language classes and art classes have room for more students. We also have movies, bridge, mahjong, chess and card games groups.

For more details our web site is u3acranbourne. net.au or call Marge 0410 304 308.

Empowering women workshop Set aside two hours just for yourself. Take the time to focus on you, your life, and no one else.

What a treat! Areas covered: importance of selfcare, understanding and expressing your feelings. Setting boundaries and making better decisions by learning to listen you your gut/intuition.

Wednesday 23 October from 12.30pm 2.30pm. Free session. Book early by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or E: admin@ballaballa.com.au

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St Andrew’s Playgroups St Andrew's Berwick Uniting Church has two playgroups during the week. Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 am - 11:30 am. There are still places available if families are interested in attending.

Please contact the church office on 03 9707 2419 for further inquires.

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By Brendan Rees A colourful display of orchids at the Berwick Orchid Club's Spring Orchid Show has attracted hundreds of plant lovers from the region.

The event, which took place from 21-22 September at the Berwick Senior Citizens Hall, featured a wide range of Australian and exotic orchids, as well as growing accessories and orchid floral art for sale, and growing information.

Berwick Orchid Club secretary Neil Gray said the day was a success, which has a large number of orchids on display.

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He said dozens of awards were presented but not for an overall champion "because it's too hard."

He gave a commendable mention to the club's president Murray Harding's "spectacular" orchid, an Australian native Dendrobium.

When it comes to growing an orchid, Mr Gray has some words of advice: "They like light - a lot of people try to grow them inside the house where it's too dark."

"Bring them inside when they're flowering but put them outside where they can get some light for the rest of the time."

It was smiles all around for Fun and Kong Yong who not only took out gold and bronze in the ''Best Basket of Orchids'' category but also won second ''Best Display in the Show''. 198266 Pictures: ROB CAREW Etta and Joseph Nadjmeljkuti's beautifully curated display earned them gold at the show.

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This vintage ''Cymbidium Schlegelii'' registered with the Royal Horticultural Society over one century ago on 1 January 1912, and is now proudly exhibited by owner Trish Wickham. 198266

Murray Harding and Di Lester photographed with the ''Champion Australian Native Species'' sash, awarded to them for their glorious Dendrobium Speciosum. 198266

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a 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 com-

munity, 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 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 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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By Nick Creely Narre Warren legend Michael Collins knew that last Friday's grand final against Berwick was going to be his last game.

The last time he wore his beloved black and white colours as a player, the last time he rose above a pack to take a soaring grab, and the last time he could impact a contest with a moment of bravery for his club.

Whether 'Collo' walked away with yet another premiership medallion around his neck or not, the Magpies legend just wanted to have one last crack - body willing or not - to help get his team over the line and enjoy the mateship that's been the cornerstone of his stunning success.

In a fairytale ending, the famous number 25 for the Magpies ended his football career with his seventh senior flag - adding to his medallions of 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2013to put him to the top of the pack in club history, contributing strongly until the final siren in his 298th senior game, throwing himself at every contest and providing some moments laced with his trademark class.

One of those moments came when the game was at its hottest, taking a stunning grab on the paint of 50, rising high and sending the Magpie faithful into raptures.

"Yeah that's it for me," he said with a beer in his hand after the game.

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Narre Warren legend Michael Collins soaks it in with his son Kaidyn after finishing his career with Picture: ROB CAREW seven premierships. 198315 honest - if someone had said to me at the start of the year that you'd play in six flags, I'd have walked away stoked.

"Seven is even better; I can't really complain with the success that I've had.

"I'm pretty lucky, it's my 11th grand final, but I'll take that (7-4 record in grand finals)."

While Collins said the premierships are a bonus, and something he can reflect on with pride after his career, the relationships formed

over a life dedicated to Narre Warren is something that he will hold dear to his heart forever.

"It's something that's probably kept me at the club, my mates, it's the reason I've stuck around to be honest," he said.

"My brothers and family have stayed around, but they've always been there supporting me.

"I've never had any reason to leave."

Collins admitted that 2019 was extremely difficult with his knees and the rigours of football, and hardly trained all year to help him get through.

But to get to the biggest stage one more time was the dangling carrot, and to get another chance at Berwick was the ultimate, with Collins speaking of his side's determination to right the wrongs of what's held them back from overcoming the Wickers in previous encounters.

"Yeah it was (worth it), it took a long time, and obviously losing to them twice in a row, it was great to hold on," he said.

"In the game two weeks ago, with the amount of scoring shots we had we probably should have been a lot further in front, and it didn't happen, and they got us on the rebound.

"So this one, we knew if we could just put the score on the board, we'd be able to hold on." pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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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.

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