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Goats on the job

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Mr Arnold who started GrazeAway 15 years ago, said by using goats the soil fungi, insects and worms remain unharmed, by otherwise deadly herbicides “There’s a pretty good cross section of typical weeds at the site , such as blackberries and a terrible amount of ivy,” he said.

“I’ve been nurserymen for 40 years and used to grow a lot of indigenous plants for bush regeneration, so I’m very familiar with the problems of regenerating areas that become weed infested.

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A herd of hungry goats is being used to control out-of-control weeds, berries and grass at Belgrave train station.

Metro Trains hired six of the living lawnmowers from grazing company GrazeAway on Wednesday 16 October to eat away the overgrown greenery abutting Belgrave Station.

Metro’s Trains Vegetation Manager Katrina Lewis said that from next week onwards, six goats will be deployed to Belgrave Station where they will provide a more environmentally sustainable method to control weeds in a nearby section of bushland.

“Metro Trains is always looking at new ways to control weeds around metropolitan stations,” Ms Lewis said.

“Metro has leased six goats from GrazeAway to remove weeds along the network in areas that are traditionally hard to access.”

“To get the site prepared, we have fenced off the area, while all the necessary water, shelter and veterinary checks are to be provided by GrazeAway.”

Up to 30 goats will be deployed at the halfhectare site within the next few months.

The new weed clearing squadron even have their own call sign: the Puffing Billy Goats.

Metro is also preparing two sites at Upper Ferntree Gully where more goats will live. It is expected they will begin their important work in November.

Ms Lewis told the Mail that by outsourcing the work to goats, the weeds can be dealt with without the need for herbicides, which will allow native trees to flourish.

Like the mafiosa of the weed world, Goats are professional weed whackers by nature and will chew on and taste just about anything remotely resembling plant matter.

According to GrazeAway owner Colin Arnold goats kill weeds like blackberries by pruning the foliage and leaf buds, which exhausts the root system and kills the plant.

“They’ll get through most of the big weeds and there will be a big difference within three

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History wins award

By Derek Schlennstedt A book that tells the story of the roads in the Dandenong Ranges has earned the Local History Project Award at the Victorian Community History Awards.

Local Monbulk historians Jill A’Vard and Armin Richter were awarded the Local History Project Award on 14 October for their book When Roads Were Tracks.

The judges described the book as a ‘colourful publication that documents the history of the roads in the Dandenongs’.

“As one of Victoria’s popular tourist destinations, the roads and thoroughfares of the Dandenongs can be incredibly busy. When Roads Were Tracks encourages readers to look back and explore how the area was subdivided, cleared and populated, and how the roads were laid; a difficult feat in often steep and unforgiving terrain.”

“The book provides comprehensive, local information about key roads and brings together historical documentation of the region, whilst still being able to captivate audiences, and entice them to learn more.”

“It is a wonderful example of innovative use of primary records to provide visual allure and it tells the wider story of local communities through the documentation of the roads.”

The Victorian Community History Awards recognises the work of individuals and organ-

From left: Jill A’Vard, Royal Historical Society Victoria President Emeritus Professor Richard Broome, and Armin Richter. isations that keep Victoria’s history alive by acknowledging those who work to preserve it.

Jill A’Vard and Armin Richter from the Monbulk History Society co-ordinated the creation of the book and Ms A’Vard said they were absolutely thrilled by the win.

“The awards were fantastic ... we haven’t submitted anything before, so it was all knew to us.

“There was some very impressive books and websites and we were just amazed that we won our category ... we’re still on cloud nine.”

When asked what’s in store next, Ms A’Vard said she and Mr Richter were working on a book that recounts the history of the Monbulk Football Netball Club.

“At the moment Armin and I are working on a book on the history of the Monbulk Football Netball Club. Armin is doing all the research and the writing and I’m doing the graphic design, so that’s coming together for next year.”

You can still find copies of When Roads Were Tracks at the Monbulk Hub.

Join Ari’s army of carers

By Derek Schlennstedt It can be difficult to discern when there's a problem with your little one.

An occasional vomit and general lethargywhile concerning - is nothing out of the ordinary and can be diagnosed as a temporary cold or intolerance.

For Rae and Josh McLeod and their little three-year-old girl, Ari, there was nothing unusual about their daughter's behaviour before doctors at the Royal Children's Hospital discovered a brain tumour the size of an apricot growing in her brain.

The Selby family have since spent a month at the hospital.

She was a little bit sick for about a month up until we took her into hospital. There was nothing overly concerning," Ms McLeod said "She'd sometimes have a bit of a power spew once every couple of days and then be fine, so we thought maybe upset tummy or intolerance problem."

"We had three to four trips to the doctor and they said all of the symptoms were explainable by an ear infection or UTI." "We had her on antibiotics and she was on the improve and started feeling better and got a bit more lively, but then she didn't really get any better than that."

When Ari suddenly became worse despite being prescribed steroids and antibiotics by doctors, Rae rushed her to the Royal Children's Hospital.

"We got to the hospital Sunday afternoon and they all thought it was a bit odd and strange, but they weren't overly concerned, just concerned that they didn't know what was going on."

"They did blood tests and the blood tests came back clean ... everything was normal and then they did a CT scan."

The CT scan revealed a large build up fluid and a tumour the size of an apricot.

Following the discovery, Ari immediately went into emergency surgery so surgeons could drain the build-up of fluid.

Since then, Ari has undergone a long complex brain surgery to remove as much of the brain tumour as possible. Although 80 per cent of the tumour was removed, the remaining 20 cannot be touched due to its close proximity to Ari's brain stem.

The ordeal is far from over, with Ari undertaking rehabilitation and radiation therapy over the coming weeks.

A GoFundMe has been set up for the local family to cover the medical bills, and to hopefully ease the burden placed on the family, who are also expecting a second child.

"The tumour will always be there and always be a chance of relapse because there is a little ball of tumour that's left there.

While Ms McLeod said Ari has been amazing throughout the entire process, it has taken a toll on all of them.

"She's been a little trooper," Ms McLeod said.

School holiday robberies Police arrested four people - two men and two women - at Lilydale Railway Station on 30 September over armed robbery.

They allege the group conducted two separate armed robberies on the 29 and 30 September.

They said the first incident occurred on Hutchinson Street, Lilydale and the second incident occurred the following day on Main Street, Lilydale just before the alleged offenders were arrested.

The group will appear at the Ringwood Children's Court on 6 November.

Police also arrested three people for armed robbery on 2 October.

They allege the group approached a person on Hutchinson Street, Lilydale and demanded their clothing before going through the person's belongings.

Police said the offenders assaulted two police officers as they were arrested the same day at the Lilydale Marketplace.

The group will be on bail until they appear at the Ringwood Children's Court on 13 November.

Jewellery theft Thieves stole about $4000 worth of jewellery from a house in Upwey on 10 October.

Police said they ransacked the house between 1.45pm and 6pm.

Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 with any information.

Firearms and power tools A large number of power tools and eight firearms were stolen from a garage on Channel Road in Mount Evelyn.

Police said the incident occurred between 11pm on 6 October and 6pm on 13 October.

They said the thieves got into the garage by hitting an emergency button causing the door to open.

Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 with any information.

Tagger caught

This is a call to recruit soldiers into Ari’s Army.

Ari, just three-years-old is the fun-loving, clever and sweet daughter of Rae and Josh McLeod from Selby and has been in hospital for a month after doctors discovered a tumour the size of an apricot in her brain.

"The first week after the surgery was difficult. She's always been a very chatty and because of the surgery she lost her ability to speak and lost her control of her eye movement and motor skills."

"She's gone back to her normal attitude now and we realised in the months leading up to all the surgeries that she was just slowly fading away and now she is slowly coming back to life."

You can join Ari's Army and donate to the GoFundMe at https://www.gofundme.com/f/ ari039s-army

Police have charged and convicted a man over a graffiti case that has been ongoing for numerous years.

Emerald resident Billy James has been charged and convicted of six counts of marked graffiti.

Senior Constable Tony Raven said community members are likely aware of the damage the man had caused in the area, including tagging on the local library, numerous road signs and other public buildings.

Cst Raven said the matter is now closed.

Wandin fatal A woman has died in hospital from injuries sustained in a two-car collision at Wandin North earlier this month.

Emergency services were called to Victoria Road at about 8.30am on Wednesday the 9 October.

Investigators have been told it appears two vehicles collided head-on.

A 20-year-old Wandin North woman was airlifted to hospital with critical injuries but died on Thursday the 17th of October.

The other driver, a 40-year-old man from Gruyere, was taken to hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries.

There were no other people involved in the incident.

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

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What a stink Danny Zemp was contacted by a reader about the pungent smell wafting from the Belgrave toilets, located next to Hot Gossip cafe and opposite Commonwealth Bank.

Belgrave resident and Hot Gossip customer Andrew Bergen said that the toilets are in a bad shape and the smell is affecting customers who sit outside.

“It’s our local hang out there, and if you’re out the front and at the tables out the front of hot gossip during the day, there’s a bit of a smell ... it’ll probable get worse once it heats up.”

Mr Bergen said it was disappointing to see the only disabled accessible toilets in Belgrave in such a state, and felt for businesses surrounding the loo.

“It’s pretty pungent and you can see locals and tourists shake their head and move on quickly.”

“Quite sad as it’s a really nice little shopping area.”

According to Yarra Ranges Council the toilet is cleaned daily.

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Winners Yarra Glen Pony Club member Rose Morris and Healesville Pony Club member Kira Hetherton won the Pony Club Junior Quiz at the Pony Club Nationals Competition in Sydney.

The two clubs sent six members up to Sydney and Healesville Pony club president Michelle Holland said this is the first time the club had sent riders to the nationals event in her 13 year presidency.

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Yarra Valley Steiner School’s music students have just returned from their big trip to Germany to perform at the 100 year celebration of Steiner Education on 19 September.

The students played in front of a 3500 strong live crowd at the Tempodrom in Berlin, the performance was live streamed to an estimated 200,000 people worldwide.

Prior to their trip, wood wind teacher Damien Callan said, “For the kids and the school, it’s just a real honour, and a sense of privilege that we’re representing Australia.

Tracy Dasler stood in freezing, windy winter conditions for an hour to capture this sunrise, looking out to Gembrook.

“My hands were numb! But when you see these skies, you simply take them to a whole different way of thinking,” she said.

“We truly are so blessed to have such glorious views.

“I know so many can’t get out to enjoy these views, so that’s my way of giving to our community.”

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Welcome Molly Mail editor Casey Neill and partner Kyle Chandler have welcomed a daughter to the world.

Molly Lee Chandler was born at Box Hill Hospital at 9.57pm on Friday 11 October weighing 3.4kg (or 7.5 pounds) and measuring 52cm long.

The proud parents report that Molly has white blonde hair.

“We’re exhausted but so in love,” Casey said.

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Family key to volunteer

By Mitchell Clarke Ahmad Alhamid migrated from Syria four years ago for a life free from violence and war, but he chose Australia to be with the love of his life.

He wanted to give back to his newfound community and wanted to help people, so he signed up to volunteer with the VICSES Emerald Unit.

"I've been a VICSES volunteer for over four years, and I can say with pride that I have loved every minute of it," he said.

"It makes everything worth it when I see how much I can help my community."

But Mr Alhamid couldn't do what he does without the support of his beloved wife Nicole and daughter Hana.

Initially, he was worried that the training requirements, responding to emergency incidents and long days would take a toll on his family, but his family's support have made the role so achievable.

"I'm very lucky that I have the support of Nicole and Hana, I don't think I would be able to continue in this role if I didn't," he explained.

The remarkable story of this family forms part of the SES 'Your Family, Our Family' campaign, an initiative which highlights the support and sacrifices family members and friends make on a daily basis, so the community can feel a little safer knowing dedicated volunteers will be available to respond in an emergency.

"Family and friends play a huge part in SES volunteers being able to do what they do and I really want to thank each and every friend and family member who support our volunteers," VICSES chief officer Tim Wiebusch said.

At the sudden sound of the pager calling for Ahmad to assist his community, Nicole will pick up where he needs to leave off. From cooking meals to looking after Hana alone for long periods of time, Nicole forms an integral

Mr Alhamid has been volunteering with SES for over four years. 199217

Ahmad with wife Nicole and daughter Hana. role in allowing Ahmad to help out their greater community.

"My family are my priority, but being able to support my community in their time of need also means a great deal to me," he said.

"It can be hard to find a balance, but Nicole

Emerald SES Ahmad Alhamid. 199217 Picture: ROB CAREW is fantastic at keeping things moving if I need to be off at an incident."

Ahmad and Nicole met in Syria 10 years ago at a hotel he owned.

"We're very proud of Ahmad. To see where he has come from and all the great work he is

doing now to support his community is truly commendable," Nicole said.

"Even if it's hard sometimes when he has to run off, it makes it all worthwhile and us very proud to see him selflessly helping those in need."

Fighting the effects of strokes, Michelle hits her stride

By Derek Schlennstedt Gembrook woman Michelle Andrews Luke had to relearn how to walk after suffering two strokes one year ago, but now she is embarking on stride4stroke.

For one full month, Michelle will run 30 minutes a day for 30 days throughout the month of November, and aims to raise $500 for the stroke foundation.

The 41-year-old has come a long way physically and mentally since her stroke and was excited about the challenge ahead.

"During the months after my strokes, I had to learn how to walk again by using a walker and by having physiotherapy, which was hard work. I also struggled enormously with fatigue."

"I coped with my physical challenges and my fatigue by striving to be kind to myself: I paced myself, I got lots of rest, I exercised every day, and I meditated every day. I also re-

minded myself that I was not alone. I am now walking normally and I have returned to driving and work part-time."

Stroke attacks the brain - the human control centre.

In the electorate of La Trobe alone, there are more than 2700 people living with stroke and there is an average of 300 cases of stroke occurring each year, but it can be treated and it can be beaten.

Dr Luke's run is part of the Stroke Foundation's Stride4stroke physical activity campaign, held throughout November.

Participants set their own activity goal and ask their family, friends and colleagues to donate to their efforts.

As an added bonus, participants reduce their own stroke risk by being physically active.

Dr Luke has encouraged the community to follow her lead by taking part in Stride4stroke themselves or donating to her campaign.

For one full week, Michelle will run 30 minutes a day for 30 days throughout the month of November and aims to raise $500 for the stroke foundation.

"One in four people will have a stroke in their lifetime. I didn't know much about strokes or about this sobering statistic until I tore my vertebral artery in my neck and had

two strokes after performing a yoga headstand last year," Michelle said.

"The good news is that researchers are constantly working to develop more life-saving treatments and better programs to help people like me to recover after stroke.

"I'm taking part in Stride4Stroke to help raise funds that will support others in their recovery after stroke."

Every dollar raised through Stride4Stroke will go towards vital Stroke Foundation programs like the free telephone advice service StrokeLine (1800 787 653) and EnableMe online support service, which helps survivors and families transition to life back home after stroke and throughout the recovery journey.

Register for Stride4stroke at www. stride4stroke.org.au and to help Michelle reach her Stride4Stroke donate here: https:// www.stride4stroke.org.au/fundraisers/michelleandrewsluke/stride-4-stroke

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Historic picnic ground Kay’s Picnic Ground is one of three picnic areas on the Sassafras Creek between Kallista and Monbulk.

It was named after James Kay, the first settler on this land.

James had been a chainman with the survey team responsible for marking out the subdivision for the Parish of Monbulk and took the opportunity to select a 10-acre block for himself and his family.

The Kay family moved to their land above the present Kay’s Picnic Ground in September 1893.

The coach route into Monbulk from Belgrave was along the Graded Road from Beagley’s Bridge at South Sassafras (Kallista), across Perrin’s Creek and along the present Upper Coonara and Holden Roads above the Sassafras Creek.

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back Jill A’Vard

Monbulk Historical Society president The establishment of the Country Roads Board in 1912 meant the building of better roads. The current Kallista to Monbulk road was developed in 1918.

When this new road was built, the Kay family began supplying hot water and food from

their small kiosk to picnickers and campers to help supplement the income from their land.

Before Christmas each year, Kay’s Camping Ground was crowded with berry pickers camping by the creek who walked to Camm’s paddocks each day to work.

There was a toilet block but no shower facilities at the reserve so a cold wash in the creek was required.

Mrs Muriel Kay, then President of the Monbulk Swimming Pool Fund raising Committee, sometimes organised an evening at Kay’s Picnic Ground, setting up stalls that sold food.

Crowds of locals attended the social event raising the swimming pool funds with their purchase of hotdogs and other items.

Local Ranger, Harry Gay, was employed by the Shire to maintain the tourist tracks and the

little bridges over the creek.

He looked after all the tracks between Kallista and Monbulk and Monbulk to Emerald becoming a familiar sight in his old Holden utility with his dog by his side.

Harry, a big man, always dressed in overalls and navy singlet in summer or winter and took pride in his work keeping the tracks in excellent condition.

Believing visitors were having trouble filling their billies with clean water, he installed a pipe to enable them to fill containers with spring water.

This became an added attraction in the reserve. Harry retired in the 1960s.

Camping is no longer permitted on the Sassafras Creek but today’s visitors to Kay’s Picnic Ground can still enjoy a day away from suburbia.

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The Kallista Community Art and Craft Market is taking place on Saturday 2 November at the front of Kallista Community House. There are all sorts of homemade crafts and refreshments available to buy. For site booking contact Teena on 0421 674 990.

The ever evolving Halloween on the Green are initiating a Avenue-of-Honour in 2019.

Organisers are asking all Festivalgoers to consider participating by bringing a picture of a loved one passed or loved pet pasted and peg the image to our avenue lines. At 3:29pm on 26 October the entire site and Festival will be shut down for just a moment to share and reflect. Organisers hope that this will resonate with the community and be embraced as a staple tradition for future Festivals.

SNIPPETS Steiner School market day

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The Dandenong Ranges Steiner School Market Day and Fair is taking place on October 27 from 10am to 3pm. There will be plenty of child-friendly activities, fabulous market stalls and wholesome food on offer. Enjoy this wonderful community event.

The Kallista- Patch CFA will have a stall at the Kallista Market on November 2, and December 7 and 21 with a range of cakes, jams and preserves, produce, plants and a sausage sizzle.

Anyone who would like to donate fresh produce on any of these dates can contact Helen on 0455 502 307. Deliveries to the market between 8.00 and 9.00am.

Escape to the hidden live arts festival in the Dandenong Ranges at Hillscene Live Festival.

Explore live art in a forest edge festival and find yourself engaging with experimental artists and their enthralling works. Hillscene Live 2019 has an amazing program over two days, showcasing this year's coterie of artists and a delectable buffet of workshops, dialogues, live music, art and a dance party. Hillscene takes place at Karwarra Nursery on the weekend of 10 November.

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By Derek Schlennstedt A bright and colourful new roundabout featuring snapdragons, tulips and marigold has been unveiled in Monbulk.

The Monbulk roundabout, next to mitre 10, is looking resplendent following the completion of a revegetation program that has enhanced the main entrance into Monbulk, and celebrates the town’s floriculture roots.

Monbulk and District Community Working Group (MADCOW) collaborated with Year 10 Ranges TEC students who completed the revegetation project on 16 October.

The students have lead the implementation of the revegetation from beginning to end, and Year 10 Ranges TEC Teacher, Rachael Holt said it was a great opportunity for school students to own a space in their community.

“We’ve put in roughly 10 varieties of flowers and Monbulk is the flower capital of Australia, so their work is really celebrating that,” she said.

The students devoted a day every week to the roundabout and worked in teams to ac-

The Monbulk roundabout, next to Mitre 10, is looking resplendent, following the completion of a revegetation program. complish a aesthetically pleasing and functional design.

“We had different team leaders for different sections. The students did a lot of research and

travelled around Victoria looking at designer gardens and then worked in teams to strategize what would be functional and aesthetically pleasing,” Ms holt said.

Amongst the tulips already flowering at the roundabout are geraniums, petunias, marigolds, snapdragons, and African violet.

Year 10 Ranges TEC student Leo said he looked forward to seeing the roundabout once the flowers have bloomed.

“It was quite bare before, so I’m looking forward to seeing it as the flowers start to bloom more,” Leo said.

MADCOW member Luke Schroder said the revegetation will brighten-up the roundabout, and has garnered a lot of local attention and thanked Ranges TEC for their involvement.

“The feedback I’ve seen has been pretty positive. There has certainly been a lot of talk about it over the 7-8 week period,” Mr Schroder said.

“Monbulk is meant to be the flower capital of Melbourne and we had a roundabout that was quite neglected and now it fits the ambience of the town.”

“It’s taken a lot of effort from a lot of people and a little bit of coordination, but it’s come up a treat.”

All aboard for ‘cane’ day

New plan to help the elderly

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People who are blind or have low vision were treated to a day out in the Dandenong Ranges in celebration of White Cane Day. Clients of Vision Australia began the day with a ride on Mount Dandenong's iconic Puffing Billy railway from Belgrave, followed by a barbeque lunch at Emerald Lakeside station.

The free event, held on 15 August was organised by Vision Australia's Melbourne outer east team to raise awareness of blindness and low vision conditions, and the impact white canes have daily for people living with vision loss.

"People who are blind or have low vision are able to go out and enjoy life as much as anyone else can," Vision Australia regional business manager, Paul Warwick said.

Around 50 people with vision impairment enjoyed a relaxing ride through the ferny forests of the Dandenong Ranges, enjoying the smells, sounds and feel of puffing billy as it trundled along the track.

Mr Warwick said that for many a white can is a symbol of independence and play an important part in supporting their clients to be active and independent, whether it's at home or further abroad.

Most elderly residents in the Yarra Ranges should see lifestyle improvements over the next four years, with a new Yarra Ranges Council plan that looks to make the region more age-friendly.

Councillors endorsed the publication and implementation of the Healthy and Active Ageing Plan (HAAP) at their 8 October meeting.

The purpose of the plan is to set the direction for the council in supporting older residents over the next four years.

It outlines priority areas and will help guide the programs and services that the council provides to the community.

Cr Cliff said elderly residents should be able to contribute to what's happening in their community.

"They've got to have a say in their future, they've got to have a huge say," he said.

"As a result of this ageing plan, there will be processes in place to enable the views of older residents to inform decision-making.

"It's an important document, a lot of heart and soul has gone into this and it's going to drive us for years to come."

Around 50 people with partial blindness got to enjoy a ride on Puffing Billy for free as part of White Cane Day. "Whether it's catching the train or going somewhere for lunch with friends, people who are blind or have low vision can be independent and experience the world around them thanks to their white cane and the orientation and mobility skills they have learned," Mr Warwick said.

Each year, Vision Australia works with thousands of adults and children who are blind or have low vision to enable them to live, work, and travel independently.

Puffing Billy Railway CEO, Steve O'Brien said he was pleased to be able to support such a worthwhile initiative.

According to Yarra Ranges Council, between 2016 and 2041 the overall population of Yarra Ranges will increase by 30,602.

Cr Clarke said the HAAP will help clearly guide actions that ensure older residents are valued.

"This ageing plan is one that brings everything together in a clear plan," he said.

"They really are citizens that we have to value immensely.

"They've got all the experience of their lives and we need to care for them, help support them and enable them to contribute as much as possible to our society."

The HAAP was developed through community consultation, analysis of relevant data, internal Council consultation and a review of relevant literature.

It outlines four main goals which include, the views of older residents will influence decision-making, the older community will enjoy life-long community participation, the development of age-friendly environments and older residents will be healthy and connected to their communities.

To view the full HAAP plan, visit www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au and go to the 8 October Council meeting agenda.

Official opening for Selby CFA is on this Sunday

By Derek Schlennstedt Selby CFA is having an official opening of their $1.35 million multipurpose station.

The old station, which was built in 1977 was demolished in January to make way for a new building which was funded by State Government.

The official opening will take place at Selby Fire Brigade on Sunday 27 October from 2pm4pm. Community Safety Co-ordinator Neville Aldham invited everyone along to see the new three-bay facility.

"It's an absolutely great facility for all the members of the brigade and residents too," he

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said. "It will enable us to turnout a lot quicker."

"In the past we had to pull all the trucks out of the station, get dressed and then assemble on the truck whereas now we can mobilise in the station and drive straight out."

The new facility includes a washroom, office area, disabled toilets, a new kitchen, and a re-

pair shop.

Mr Buckle said there would be refreshments available and invited residents along to see the new community asset.

"Anybody is welcome to come along, have a walk around and see all the new facilities and where everything fits."

AusNet Services is working with the Victorian Government to install world-leading technology that will make our powerlines safer and reduce the risk of bushires.

You’ll see our people working in the Mount Dandenong area over the next few months. There may be some disruption to trafic, and possibly to power supply, while we test the technology and upgrade the power lines.

This new technology is being rolled out across communities most at risk of bushires. In some areas, it will be operational in time for summer. While AusNet Services and the Victorian Government believe this new technology will make a real difference in reducing the risk of bushires from powerlines, it does not eliminate all risk. It’s important to ensure your Bushire Plan is up to date.

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Lysterfield lots divide cultural capacity, Monbulk Creek protection, limited conversation buffers around Monbulk Creek, and concerns that the proposal is contrary to State and Local Planning Policies Johanna Selleck of the Friends of the Glenfern Green Wedge spoke against the subdivision at the Council meeting.

"We just want to see that the outcomes are consistent with the Green Wedge planning provisions and that there is long-term protection provided for this spectacular landscape."

"The owners are saying that it's weed-infested and they are not able to manage their farms so basically it's going to be residential

By Derek Schlennstedt Yarra Ranges Council has given the green light for a subdivision within a Green Wedge Zone in Lysterfield.

A five-lot subdivision at 220 Glenfern Road, 230 Glenfern Road and 465 Lysterfield Road, Lysterfield was given the go ahead at the Yarra Ranges Council Meeting on 2 October.

The total site area is 215.35 hectares and the proposed lots range in size from 60 hectares to 11 hectares.

Some 21 objections were received with the key concerns raised in the objections around the creation of a small sized lot, loss of agri-

and this whole site will result in 50 hectares of potential farming land becoming residential."

This is the second attempt to subdivide the land and a previous application was made for a six-lot subdivision, removal of easement and access to category road 1 zone.

This application was supported by Council and a Notice of Decision to Grant a permit was issued in March 2018.

An application for review was lodged by objectors against Council's decision at the tribunal, with VCAT overturning the council decision and no permit being issued.

Applicant Andrew Peterson spoke for the

subdivision.

"My family's held our property for 32 years.

I personally have lived in Upwey for the last 63 years."

"In this application, there is no sale of the land to any outsider and therefore no new owner introduced at all. The project is having the boundaries of the existing five lots as owned by the three parties realigned."

"No trees at all are being removed."

Councillor Clarke and Child moved the motion with both in agreement that "this application was consistent with the green wedge guidelines".

Wild learning journey people to learn experientially in a safe and controlled outdoor environment where they get to push their comfort zones.

“Most of the activities are run within Yarra Ranges, taking advantage of the wealth of beautiful natural assets we have on our doorstep.”

EACH provides trained Wilderness Instructors who specialise in using nature-based adventure therapy to help young people improve their relationship with self, others and the environment.

The Yarra Ranges Council program, which has also been run with Healesville High School and Cire Community School, is run a partnership with EACH and funded by the Victorian Government’s Engage! program.

By Derek Schlennstedt Year 10 students at Ranges TEC will be putting their outdoor skills to the test during a sixweek leadership program called Wild Journey.

The program will see the students undertaking a variety of adventure activities including caving,white-water rafting, abseiling, rockscrambling, river-sledding and hiking.

The program connects young people with nature and provides a catalyst for personal development. Yarra Ranges Mayor, Tony Stevenson, said outdoor adventure activities are designed for young people to look at their strengths and the strengths of others and develop coping strategies and life skills.

“There is a great body of evidence showing the benefits that a connection to nature has on positive mental health,” Cr Stevenson said.

“Wild Journey creates an incredible sense of achievement for the young people and by the end of it as they look back at how much they’ve progressed in their abilities and confidence.

“The program is an opportunity for young

Year 10 students at Ranges TEC will be putting their outdoor skills to the test during a six-week leadership program called Wild Journey.

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Quality food at its finest Chef Grant, the head chef at Poppies Restaurant at the Upwey Belgrave RSL, has been there for about two years.

His passion for food centres on using top quality produce and products in the kitchen, to give guests the very best he can, at a good price.

As much as possible is made in-house and every meal is made to order, from scratch.

This gives Chef Grant greater control over the meal, allows guests some customisation of their meal and in particular, makes the meal more friendly for those with dietary conditions and allergies.

Chef Grant said his restaurant sources its meat from a local butcher, who runs a familyowned business.

“Not only is he the butcher, but he is also the cattle farmer who produces the beef, and pork we use,” he said.

“You can’t get much more paddock to plate than that.

“The pork we buy from him is rare breed Berkshire. Eating this pork is helping keep it from extinction.”

The restaurant’s lamb comes from the Yarra Valley and its meats are pasture-raised, with the beef and lamb being only grass-fed.

He added that the chicken is all free-range and slow-growing breeds, which means customers get more flavour than that of cheaper breeds.

“We use this chicken in our house-made parmigiana. This is why we can’t sell them as cheap as some places, but I can guarantee the quality of the meat,” he said.

“It’s 100 per cent meat and 100 per cent chicken, no soy fillers or bulking agents.”

The restaurant also carries sustainably fished Blue Grenadier which predominantly

Chef Grant. comes from southern Australian waters and occasionally New Zealand.

Meanwhile, its chips come from fourth-

generation potato farmers in Gembrook, that decided to make the chips and not just sell the spuds.

Dining In Night is the night of nights for the RSL. It is a formal night with invited guests and there are special rules.

After the meal, there is a traditional passing of the port and once all glasses are charged the loyal toast is proposed followed by other toasts.

For last year’s Dining In Night, Chef Grant and his team replicated a dinner that was attended by Sir John Monash, at Buckingham Palace in 1918 and hosted by King George V and Queen Mary.

The dinner itself was a success and in the spirit of that night, Chef Grant is again presenting food from Buckingham Palace.

Chef Grant said this year’s menu comprises of a range of dishes that have been served at various state dinners over the past 100 years.

“The food is some of the most challenging and technical, that I’ve had to deal with. It’s stressful, but enjoyable when we make it happen,” he said.

“There is really no greater accomplishment for a chef than to be able to pull off dishes that are from the Palace. It’s the top of top dining.”

Keep an eye out on the Upwey Belgrave RSL Facebook or website, for the night’s menu.

There will also be a very special guest appearance and talk by world renowned author Heather Morris, author of the bestseller The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

Poppies Bistro and the Upwey Belgrave RSL is open to all members of the community and visitors don’t need to be a returned service person to attend.

The Dining in Night will be held on 9 November. Booking can be made by contacting the RSL on 9754 3665.

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Mural is tops

Monbulk Primary School's bottle top mural.

The school is about to achieve it’s fifth Sustainability Star as part of the Resource Smart Schools program - a free State Government program which assists schools to embed sustainability in everything they do.

Ms Alder said the mural reveals how much single-use plastic is used every day.

Monbulk Primary School has been servicing the community for over 100 years.

Interested families can discover more about the school by visiting in person and taking a tour.

To find out more about the mural and the school, contact monbulk.ps@edumail.vic.gov. au or 9756 6481.

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Monbulk Primary School has finished creating a bottle top mural that incorporates the school’s values.

One of the school’s teachers, Ms Clarkson, began the mural last year and the whole school community contributed by collecting and donating bottle tops.

Ms Clarkson then designed the mural with the school’s four main values - respect, responsibility, relationships and resilience - written on it.

Every student attached at least one bottle top, while Grade 5 and 6 students put in extra work during class and at lunchtimes.

School principal Estelle Alder said the hard work and effort that went into the mural is something the school community should be proud of.

“I am incredibly proud of the creativity and work of Ms Clarkson and our students,” she said.

“The bottle top mural will be hung in our central courtyard visible for everyone to see.

This mural represents a lot of who we are at Monbulk Primary School.

“Without our school and student community, we wouldn’t have been able to create this mural.

“The donations and teamwork have created something very special, of which all students can feel very proud.”

The school’s four values underpin how it works and learns as a school community.

Students receive a ‘Gotcha’ ticket when they are caught showing these values.

The mural also highlights Monbulk Primary School’s dedication to sustainability.

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Our school learning community aims to provide a caring, inclusive and sustainable environment in which students can develop skills and personal qualities necessary to participate confidently and positively in a changing global world.

Monbulk Primary School has been providing excellence in learning and teaching to the Monbulk community for over 100 years. We are closely connected to our community, and use our well-equipped facilities and beautiful grounds to support all aspects of a child’s social, emotional and academic development. Students experience learning in a safe and nurturing environment, where learning is personalised to meet each child’s needs.

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Exploring independence Year 12 is a continuation of a student’s learning journey, rather than the end of one.

At Little Yarra Steiner School students have the opportunity to engage in one of two possible academic streams in their final year.

One of these streams is VCE, where students receive an ATAR score.

The other stream sees students embark on an independent project, while still receiving their VCE certificate.

This allows them to independently explore an area of interest, which often blossoms into a passion and experience carrying through into lifelong learning.

The project is multi-disciplinary in its scope and format and includes a range of artistic, technical, practical and academic elements enabling students to engage in self-directed learning with the support of a mentor and supervisor.

This year, student Gabrielle designed and hand made a range of garments. She then developed a website model to sell the garments,

having researched various online business models in the process.

The website model was combined with a blog detailing Gabrielle’s research into various controversial aspects of the fashion industry, like the development of ‘fast fashion’, the environmental impacts of the fashion industry, as well as the promotion of body image issues.

Another student, Adam, wrote his own songs, put a band together, played live gigs and learnt the art of recording, mixing and editing music to create and launch an EP. Other examples included Evanna learning how to ride a horse and Kester learning to fly a light aircraft. They both then documented their experience and learnings.

The students’ final assessment, marked by external university academics, is a public talk about their year, reflecting on discoveries about themselves, society and the world around them.

Through this process, students experience striving, success and failure. They make mistakes, and these are seen by educators to

be just as important as the successes, as they work towards building resilience and problem-solving skills.

It also provides the opportunity for growth within, as they take the time to reflect on their journey once it’s over.

The continuing development of such qualities helps students in their years beyond high school.

If they choose to go into university, other further studies, apprenticeships, careers or travel, these lessons can carry through.

Little Yarra Steiner School invites everyone to come along to its project expo on 26 and 27 October from 10am to 1pm, where students will show their final products.

The school is also inviting visitors to attend the project presentations on 23 and 24 November from 9am to 2pm.

At these presentations, students will give a presentation about their experience.

These events will both be held at Little Yarra Steiner School.

Gabrielle designed and hand made garments.

Evanna learnt how to ride a horse.

Kester learnt how to fly a light aircraft.

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A career worth learning The education and training industry is one of the top five sectors in the Yarra Ranges and is set to continue growing for years to come.

According to ABS data, since 2006, there has been an increase in education and training jobs across the region.

With the Victorian Government’s multibillion dollar investment into the Victorian education system, as well as last year’s Lilydale and Upper Yarra Education plan dedicated to improving outcomes throughout the region, education support workers are in high demand.

A job in education support offers more than just stable employment in a growth industry.

It also offers generous leave entitlements, paid school holiday breaks and flexible working hours.

Working in education and training is family-friendly and provides workers with fantastic work/life balance.

It is an ideal field for parents looking to reskill or anyone wishing to re-enter the workforce after a career break.

Education support workers play an active role in helping a diverse range of young people with varied needs, assisting in the classroom and supporting teaching staff.

There are plenty of opportunities for workers to use their talents and abilities to help pupils flourish by developing education-based activities.

Working in this field also provides the satisfaction of making a difference.

Those involved help shape the minds of future generations, by equipping them with the skills, knowledge and attributes needed to truly thrive in the modern world.

Sitting side by side with students, hands-on and individualised support gives them fair, equitable access to education regardless of their

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background or unique circumstances.

Workers are more than just a teaching aide, they are also an integral part of a student’s mental health and wellbeing, building their resilience and self-confidence as they work to achieve their educational goals.

Studying education support can help develop an understanding of individual learning styles, the ability to support students with additional needs and the skills required to work as part of a collaborative team.

Studies in this field can also help participants learn how to identify and respond to young people at risk and to work with students from diverse cultural communities.

Outside the classroom, a certificate in educational support provides qualification to

work as a home tutor, a literacy worker or in youth disability support.

With the aide of Cire’s qualified instructor, offering their insight and industry experience, participants can emerge from their accredited course with the knowledge necessary to engage students in their learning.

The practical placement component of studies ensures those involved are work-ready, with valuable hands-on experience preferred by potential employers.

The Certificate IV in Education Support runs across 9-12 months, including two days per week of face-to-face learning, and can be undertaken at Cire’s Lilydale or Yarra Junction campuses.

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Scenic learning Heritage College in The Basin is a small K-6 coeducational private school nestled in the Dandenong Ranges.

The school aims to educate students to become confident and lifelong learners within a Bible-based, Christian community.

Established in 2010, the school offers students an opportunity to learn and engage both inside and outside the classroom.

Its surrounding bushland provides endless scope for the athletic as well as space and calm for the contemplative.

Heritage College students engage in a program that weaves the creative elements of the curriculum together with core elements of literacy and numeracy.

The school offers visual arts (painting, pottery and wood-work), performing arts and music tuition as well as multi-sensory learning in younger classes.

Seven hectares of bushland surround the college, which forms part of the classroom as all students participate in outdoor education.

The school claimed this is to encourage students to learn the meaning of growth in the natural world as well as understand themselves and their place in God’s creation.

Students can use natural curiosity and creativity to learn and explore.

Each child has the opportunity to cultivate a garden throughout the year, as well as care for animals.

The campus has a chicken run, vegetable garden and fruit trees and students cook harvested fruit from these in the school’s GardenTo-Plate program.

Multi-year classes also allow students to develop literacy and numeracy skills with individual attention from qualified teachers and

flexible learning that is specific to their needs.

In recent times, the benefits of intergenerational learning have been widely published.

This concept has been active in the curriculum at Heritage College for several years.

The school said that it believes building re-

silient, caring children depends upon having regular, fulfilling contact with all generations.

Students visit the Olivet Aged Care facility every fortnight as part of the curriculum where they can participate in joint activities and games.

Within the STEM program, older students mix with younger children as well as intermittently joining the Heritage College playgroup for arts and craft.

To find out more, visit www.heritage.vic. edu.au.

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Pride in preschool Len Jeffrey Memorial Preschool is turning 50 next year and after all these years of providing preschool education, has learnt a thing or two.

The preschool is a community-based organisation located in Belgrave South. One of its main principles is that children learn best when they have a strong sense of self-worth.

Staff at Len Jeffrey Memorial Preschool model appropriate behaviours and provide guidance to encourage confidence within children, involved learners and effective communicators.

The preschool claims it is of utmost importance that each child learns to value themselves for what they are and what they can offer others, as this helps create a strong sense of identity.

Children that attend the kinder enjoy an environment that ensures a strong sense of wellbeing and encourages them to connect and contribute to their world and community.

Len Jeffrey Memorial Preschool follows the Early Years Learning Framework, which describes childhood as a time of belonging, being and becoming.

The school's philosophy supports the idea that belonging is the basis for living a fulfilling life.

It claims children feel they belong because of the relationships they have with their family, community and culture.

The team at Len Jeffrey Memorial Preschool said that children need time to be themselves, time to play, try new things and have fun.

After many years of teaching, the preschool has found that children start to form their sense of identity from an early age, which shapes the type of adult they will become.

It has also achieved a rating of Exceeding

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Len Jeffrey Memorial Preschool will hold an information night and AGM at 7pm on 18

November.

Enrollments for next year are open now.

For more information about the preschool, visit lenjeffreymemorialpreschool.vic.edu.au.

Macclesfield Primary School is located in a semi-rural residential area on the eastern edge of the Dandenong Ranges, approximately six kilometres from Emerald.

The school is an accredited International Baccalaureate (World School) offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

The PYP is for children aged 3 to 12 and aims to develop young students as caring, active participants in a lifelong journey of learning.

The team at Macclesfield Primary claims it is committed to implementing a comprehensive teaching and learning curriculum to provide the best educational opportunities for all students.

The school's goal is to give all students access to educational experiences that are challenging, purposeful and comprehensive so they can achieve success in learning.

Its overall focus on teaching and learning and a commitment to school improvement - is best captured in the school vision.

The vision is to create an inspiring teaching and learning community, where it endeavours to nurture curiosity and bestow a life-long love of learning.

The team at Macclesfield Primary said it is privileged to have a beautiful environment and learning spaces to learn and play in.

The school will hold an open night on 24 October from 6pm to 8pm.

For more information, contact macclesfield.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au or call 5968 4734.

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THURSDAY 24th OCTOBER 2019 6:00-8:00pm St Paul's Primary School - 59 Moores Rd Monbulk

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Our classrooms are showcasing the terrific Teaching & Learning that happens daily in our school.

We are proud of this and would love to share it with you.

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STEEPED IN HISTORY TRULY a unique historic property Ventura, circa 1915, is secluded in a significant land holding of 1.17ha (2.9 acres approx.).

Beautiful specimen trees and substantial landscaping together with vistas through the valley add to the property’s absolute tranquillity and charm.

Set well back from the road, you enter through wrought iron gates via a sweeping driveway over Mast Gully Creek then wind up through mature established gardens to open lawns and even a kids pony paddock.

Restoration has retained all the character of yesteryear, including polished Baltic timber floors, 10-foot pressed metal ceilings,

three open fire places, extensive lead lighting, Coonara wood heater plus ducted heating and a superb claw foot bath.

Rooms include formal dining/living room, spacious family/meals room, magnificent Kauri timber country kitchen with engineered stone benchtops and top quality Miele appliances, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and high end fittings throughout.

Return verandas, under house workshop plus a double car port just add to the extensive list of extras.

Even though Upwey's amenities are only minutes away, your county estate awaits you today! â—?

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SHINING EXAMPLE OF TRUE HILLS LIVING SET amidst a peaceful garden setting of over an acre of rolling lawns, small paddock and lifestyle friendly features, ’The Cottage’ has come from humble beginnings to now be one of the most sought after properties in the area.

Boasting character touches throughout, the home is warm and inviting while consisting of enough room to cater for any family.

Three bedrooms are well placed to offer privacy for everyone while the main suite boasts an extended dressing room area and ensuite.

There are two living zones to enjoy – the family room being spacious in size and extending through to a well designed dining area that allows you to enjoy the large decking via beautiful French timber doors.

The other lounge can be enjoyed as a relaxed rumpus/theatre room where you can close off the doors and enjoy your favourite movie.

Full attention to detail has been a main

priority throughout the loving restoration of this home.

Period features such as ornate fretwork, high ceilings, stunning lead lights and classic light fittings adorn the home and make it a shining example of what Hills living truly should be.

Your very own golf putting green has been crafted to help you maintain your favourite hobby while a gorgeous hen house will result in many happy (and hopefully clucky!) chickens.

As a lifestyle property that so many buyers are searching for, this home offers a fully useable, fenced block, great parking, sealed driveway, double enclosed carport and a second driveway / parking bay for caravans and trailers.

Let your children run and explore in what could arguably be the most sought after location within the Kallista area - ’The Cottage’ could soon be your very own family home. ●

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10 Doonaha Road Cockatoo

$895,000 - $970,000

$950,000 - $1,045,000

53 Mountain Road Cockatoo

Multiple Accommodation on 24 Private Acres!

Contemporary Luxury Living!

Unique opportunity, 24 private acres situated between Cockatoo & Gembrook – 10 acres of pasture & 14 acres of native bush. Features 3 residences - 1 BDR cottage, 2 BDR cottage & large ex-army barrack (circa 1940’s) that requires renovations. Established cottage gardens, vegetable garden, water tanks, multiple sheds, dual access, 3 large fenced paddocks, views, close to Gembrook & easy access to Pakenham.

Newly built architecturally designed 4 BDR home offers the very best of stylish living. Over 2 levels, features include polished Brush Box timber looring, 9’ ceilings, large DBL glazed windows, study area, retreat zone, open plan living/dining area, media room & stunning kitchen with large butlers pantry. Integrated outdoor entertaining deck, GDH, reverse cycle cooling & internal DBL garage access. Are you ready to be impressed?

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994

5 Kookaburra Court Gembrook

$745,000 - $812,000

140 Beenak Road Gembrook

$450,000 - $490,000

When Only The Best Will Do!

5 Nature Filled Acres Close to Gembrook!

This 2yo home has it all - style, quality & location. Includes polished loorboards, DBL glazed windows, plantation shutters, ample storage & neutral tones. GDH, zoned ducted refrigerated A/C & ceiling fans. 4 generous BDRs, 2 separate living areas, well-appointed kitchen, covered alfresco area, stunning landscaped gardens & DBL remote garage.

Easy stroll to cafes, Pufing Billy, parks, public transport, school & kindergarten.

5 acres illed with majestic towering gums & tree ferns with a lovely outlook over distant hills. Well positioned to provide a quiet tranquil retreat yet is only minutes to Gembrook.

Quaint rustic home/weekender with a bedroom, living room & open plan kitchen.

Includes cosy WFH, S/S, large garage, circular driveway & private peaceful location.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Bethany Day 0438 844 968

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994

10 Bedford Road Cockatoo

111 Grey Road Gembrook

$645,000

$740,000 - $800,000

Escape the Rat Race on Nature’s Best Acreage Block!

Spacious, Private Retreat Amongst Nature!

This stunning, lightly treed, lat 41 acres has a lovely clear area close to the road that would be the perfect place to establish your dream home (STCA) & enjoy a private lifestyle, surrounded by nature! Abundant with native wildlife & bird life the block has a Tributary, a Fern Oasis & 4 paddocks with many paths & tracks to explore where horses, kangaroos & wombats exist in harmony. An opportunity not to be missed!

7 acre private haven close to Gembrook featuring 4 BDR family home with 2 spacious living areas & undercover entertaining deck with beautiful outlook to the native bushland. WFH, 10ft ceilings, gas console & S/S cooling. Outside includes DBL remote garage, 2 garden sheds & 12 x 12m shed/workshop with concrete loor, power, WFH, S/S & toilet. Wonderful lifestyle property you’ll be happy to come home to.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994

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$890,000-$979,000

3 Ramsay Court The Patch

$1,350,000-$1,485,000

Multi-Generational Living

A Patch Of Country Style.

Inviting & warm this single level home features multiple living zones, generous proportioned bedrooms & even a separate mutli- generational living area. The land comprises of dual driveways, one leading up to this dream property while the other drive leads to a newly built shed, perfect for multiple vehicles. Each living zone overlooks the cottage garden & cleared paddocks while the central kitchen forms the hub of the home with stone benchtops & white cabinetry, housing a ceramic butlers sink & SS appliances. The adjacent casual meals room leads into a covered patio area for covered outside dining. The master bedroom is privately placed, comprises of a WIR & ENS. Further bedrooms are placed off the hall while the far end of the home can be set up for multi-generational living with 2 further bedrooms, living and bathroom

The traditional veranda opens to a beautifully proportioned home with quality ixtures & ittings. Forest Red hardwood loors low down the main hallway, while carpet creates warmth in the front sitting room with a box bay casement window & heritage mantle & ireplace. High ceilings & Victorian cornicing feature throughout the 6 bedroom home, while down a few stairs reveals the open plan living, with a dream kitchen. White cabinetry & black granite bench tops encase s/s appliances & walk in butlers pantry. The island bench lows into the space while connecting to the outdoor zone. The master suite is spacious & bright. A WIR & ENS with Etruscan tiles, double shower & twin vanities are stunning.

Downstairs, a 3rd living zone & cabinetry for kitchenette, 2 bedrooms share the 3rd bathroom, ideal for teenagers with separate entrance.

Contact: Corinne Sukroo 0419 805 915 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Corinne Sukroo 0419 805 915 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

43 Thompson Road Upwey

$600,000-$660,000

4 Plowman Street Olinda

$1,000,000 - $1,100,000

Large Family Home

The Stone House

A blank canvas in the heart of Upwey! Here is your opportunity. This generous home will accommodate even the largest of families. The front entry lows into the main living room, which is annexed by a large entertaining deck with a leafy outlook. A Master sized bdrm on the ground loor with WIR, positioned adjacent the 2nd living zone & study nook, provides the perfect setup for a teenagers’ retreat or in-laws which could be segregated & cordoned off entirely. Upstairs, the main bdrm, WIR & ENS provide an element of luxury.

There are a further 2 bdrms, each with BIRs & serviced by the main bthrm. The 2 ½ car garage & workshop is perfect for the tradie to store trailers & equipment

‘The Stone House’ is a truly special property. The Castlemaine stone exterior is surrounded by amazing est. gardens & rolling lawns. The grand proportions & attention to detail oozes earthy natural elements with extensive use of solid timbers in doors & windows while reclaimed beams relect the strength & integrity of the home. The stunning timber kitchen has modern SS appliances including a 900mm range. Floor to ceiling windows illuminate the interior, bringing the outdoors inside continuing natures’ theme. With 2 dble bdrms with BIR’s & family bthrm in the west wing, the master suite is perfectly placed. The dble plus garage in stone with paved looring and lined walls provides ample car accomm & lat access off the sealed driveway….

Contact: Trevor Bell 0418 333 580 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

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$430,000 - $470,000

2A Hillside Grove, UPWEY

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19 Belgrave Hallam Road, BELGRAVE

$665,000 - $730,000

NEAR-FLAT BLOcK iN PRiME LOcATiON!

PERFEcTLY POSiTiONED HOME wiTH POOL

So rarely found in Upwey, this gently sloping block located in a quiet cul-de-sac walking distance to Upwey Main Street provides one lucky purchaser the chance to build their brand new dream home (Subject To council Approval).

Perfectly positioned in a premium location close to both Upwey and Tecoma’s shops, schools and train stations, what better place for you to create something really special for the family.

Vacant blocks with minimal gradient in quality positions like this only become available once in a blue moon. Act swiftly to make it yours today!

The inviting home’s upper level offers an open concept galley kitchen and dining area with bright corner windows. From here, the floorplan flows to the lounge with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the heated lagoon-style covered pool ideal for the coming summer months. with an upper level ensuite-effect bedroom with wiR, and a lower level with spacious cinema/rumpus room with bar, this home is designed for enjoyment and family-friendly living.

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136 Belgrave Gembrook Road, SELBY cHARMiNG, SPAciOUS & PERFEcTLY POSiTiONED

$550,000 - $600,000 4A 1B

Look no further!! This fantastic home is ideal for that young growing family.

Offering 3 double bedrooms, master with full ensuite (freestanding bath, shower and toilet) and built in robes, plus two additional bedrooms and a gorgeous fully renovated family bathroom all you need to do is move on in and enjoy. The large 1700sqm approx. block is fully fenced and perfect for children and pets to run free while you entertain in these warm months ahead on the large deck that overlooks the huge rear yard.

Be quick to inspect as properties like these don’t last long!

The Dandenong Ranges is known for its gorgeous cottages and quaint character homes - And this charming home is no exception. Perfectly positioned in Selby’s main hub, this 3 bedroom plus study home overlooks half an acre of useable land and backs on to the iconic Puffing Billy track. Boasting high ceilings and rustic timber floorboards, the floorplan flows over 2 levels and will suit those with a creative flair and anyone looking to enjoy all that the Hills has to offer.

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Karin Shaupp’s solo show

By Romy Stephens Classical music lovers will be treated to a rare solo concert by internationally-acclaimed guitarist Karin Schaupp next month.

Karin will perform a collection of narrative works and beloved musical treasures at the Montrose Town Centre on 9 November.

Steering clear from her typical collaborative work, Karin will make an unusual lone venture onto the stage.

Listeners can indulge in the guitarist's renowned emotive delivery and delicate precision performed on two different guitars.

The first will be a romantic 19th-century replica guitar and the second, a modern-day classical guitar.

She will play repertoire by Mertz, Giuliani and Regondi on the romantic guitar and Mary Doumany's evocative Portraits of Four Australian Women for guitar and voice - composed especially for Karin - on the modern guitar.

Karin said the smaller venue at Montrose will help create a more intimate atmosphere for attendees.

"It's really nice to play in smaller venues," she said.

"You're usually much closer to the audience and also the guitar by nature is a quietly spoken instrument," she said.

She added that the audience "will go on a journey through a couple of centuries of music."

"Early romantic music to some very emotional, much more recent, works by Australian composers," she said.

"My focus is on storytelling and taking the audience on a journey and putting people in touch with themselves."

Karin's musical instinct spans back to before she was even born, with her mother having also played the guitar.

When Karin was three years old, her grandmother gave her a guitar for Christmas and she then began lessons with her mother at the age of five.

Like many other musicians, playing was a tool for her to express herself growing up.

"I was actually born in Germany and we moved to Australia when I was eight years old," she said.

"The guitar was a bridge for me because I couldn't speak English."

Karin went on to win many international competitions and awards as she grew up, including a 2017 ARIA Award for her album with singer Katie Noonan called Songs of The Latin Skies.

She is also the head of classical guitar at the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.

Karin's performance will start at 8pm. For more information, visit ach.yarraranges.vic. gov.au/Venues/Montrose_Town_Centre.

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The Beasts are coming to town

By Romy Stephens Those familiar with the Beasts of Bourbon will be pleased to hear that a new version of the band, now known as the Beasts, will come to Mount Evelyn next month.

As part of a recently-announced Australian tour, the likes of Tex Perkins, Kim Salmon, Tony Pola, Boris Sujdovic and Charlie Owen will join forces to bring their iconic Australian rock and roll sound.

After the passing of former members Brian Hooper and Spencer P Jones last year, past and present members of the Beasts of Bourbon came together and recorded an album called Still Here.

But with respect to the group's fallen comrades, the members decided to rename the band to The Beasts.

Tex Perkins said the tour will help cement a new beginning.

"This lineup really came together in the tributing and farewelling of our departed friends," he said.

"This (tour) is us continuing on as a rock band, as an entity in itself.

"We don't want to be a band in mourning forever but what we are left with is a feeling of time is precious," he said.

The group will play a collection of songs from the new album as well as a back-catalogue from the Beasts of Bourbon.

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The Beasts.

They will be joined by special guest Adalita.

Tex said it will be a great feeling to reunite with old friends on stage.

"Some of them are my oldest friends, some of them I've known for 35 years and to mean something to each other is something very precious," he said.

"Even though we are going to be playing ferocious rock and roll there will be a smile on my face."

The Beasts will perform at the York on Lilydale on 29 November.

For more information, visit the band's Facebook page.

Jane Rutter and her flute to lift the spirits

By Derek Schlennstedt In a fascinating concert at Montrose, legendary Australian flautist Jane Rutter will play 10 solo gold, silver, bamboo, classical and ethnic flutes and whistles.

The aptly called Flute Spirits and The Four Seasons concert will include works from Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, Indian Ragas, Debussy, Devienne, and flute pieces that mystically connect the Australian Dreamtime.

Acclaimed world-wide for her mastery of the flute, with several Number one albums and ARIA nominations, Jane Rutter was awarded the prestigious French medal Chevalier des Arts et Lettres in 2016.

A self-described classical free spirit Ms Rutter has devoted her life to French flute playing which she perceived as having its own 'voice'. mailcommunity.com.au

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"I really love to communicate through musical sound and in France we view the flute as a kind of voice," she said.

"I've pushed the boundaries of the French notion of the flute as a kind of voice and collected several 100 different ethnic flutes. Over the last 20 years, I've been playing all sorts of different flutes."

"In this program it's designed to show people how different kinds of flute and flute deities and versions there are around the world" "It's called flute spirits and I get a real kick out of it, as each flute has a story to tell from their and it's a very way to journey around the world with different pieces through the flute."

Ms Rutter said the sounds of a flute evoke both a haunting yet meditative spirit and that audiences could expect a musical journey.

"I Love to approach music from this idea that there no real boundaries and in music you should be able to use skills and instruments to contribute your musical journey."

"To a degree that's what's given me incredible longevity. When I playa and when my flute teacher played, the idea is that you pick up your flute and the sound travels instantly in the the heart of the listener."

"I guarantee the audience will feel like they're at a dinner party or on a shared journey across the world through various beautiful pieces of music.

Jane Rutter will play at Montrose Town Centre on 27 October. For tickets go to: http:// ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Whats_On/Jane_ Rutter_Flute_Spirits_The_Four_Seasons#.

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The sequel to the 2014 original, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is an engaging, well-acted magical drama that underutilises its own main character.

Powerful fairy sorceress Maleficent (Angelina Jolie) is torn between the fairy and human worlds as her human daughter Aurora (Elle Fanning) prepares to marry Prince Phillip (Harris Dickinson).

Fanning conveys effortless grace and nobility, and there are some engrossing parallels in Aurora and Maleficent's respective journeys, as they approach cultures that are both familiar and alien to them.

Michelle Pfeiffer is Mistress of Evil's standout performer, playing Phillip's scheming mother Queen Ingrith with an elegant, calculating menace.

The film is well-paced, with Ingrith's nefarious plans and the fairies' desire for war steadily converging, and the final act is a harrowing battle sequence with a surprising amount of carnage for a Disney movie.

Unfortunately, Maleficent is sidelined amid this compelling magical intrigue, with very little to do until the climax. Aurora and Phillip have scant chemistry, and the plot's links to the original Maleficent film (and the source Sleeping Beauty fairytale) are perfunctory and contrived.

While much of the art direction is beautiful, the film has a very gloomy colour palette, and the action is jumbled and hard to follow.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil builds effectively to a thrilling climax, but has some flimsy connecting elements and and the title mistress ends up marginalised.

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By Richard Millott Lysterfield has started its promotion season in the right path, putting on a sound performance against The Basin to commence Round 2.

A steady start from the Bears was highlighted by Blake Walter at the top of the order, departing for 48 with the score at 3/78.

Brad Paull was the pick of the bowling, sending down 29 overs to claim 4/77, well supported by Nathan Walsh with 3/53 from 20 overs.

The Bears' day stopped just shy of 70 overs on the board, the score at 9/177.

Belgrave's early form continued against Upper Ferntree Gully, with Aaron Brunner again in the spotlight, recording his second century in as many rounds.

The Belgrave batsman found ways to score quick runs and concluded the day at 111 not out, continuing next week alongside Luke Spence (77*).

The Kings will hope to wrap the innings quickly before commencing a sizable chase given the Pies sit at 2/265 from 64 overs after the first day.

Mitch Ley caused headaches for all concerned down at Eildon Parade, with the Panthers sitting precariously after a shortened day one.

A decent start brought Ryan Williamson (48) to the crease for Eildon Park, however, the day belonged to Ley. He claimed five of the six wickets to fall to end at 5/34 from 21.2 overs including 10 maidens.

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Knox Gardens strong form continued against Ferntree Gully Footballers.

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Sam Cuthbert claimed 3/70 for the Griffens on a day where Knox Gardens posted 6/283 as the score to beat.

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Lysterfield put on a sound performance against The Basin.

Pictures: COURTESY OF FIELD OF VIEW SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY Upwey travelled to Knoxfield and made good use of the conditions to skittle the hosts.

Chris Rumble (36) and skipper Zac Wilson (34) were the only Knights' batsmen to get going, while Cameron Wheeler (4/49) was again the pick of the bowling, claiming 4/61 from 29 overs, including 12 maidens.

The Knights will now look for a similar bowling effort to restrict the visitors, the score set at 190 to chase next week.

In Decoite Shield, the Bradbury run-show rolled into Olinda.

Ferntree Gully elected to bat first and was rewarded as Josh Henry (34) got the start the Blues were after.

Jayden Bradbury and Jason Kilby then combined to thwart the Bloods' bowlers. Kilby departed for 37, however, Bradbury will continue next week from 75 not out.

The Blues faced 68 overs across the day, with play ending at 4/213.

Jay Wagner set tongues wagging for Knox Gardens in their match against South Belgrave.

Wagner reached triple figures and helped the Falcons reach 7/295, despite the best efforts of Daniel Maxwell (4/76) with the ball.

Monbulk have 198 on the board in its match against St Johns Tecoma, while Rowville reached 6/273 against Mountain Gate.

Local athletes shine in statewide event

By Jamie Strudley Yarra Ranges Athletics Club's Little Athletics enjoyed a "Bring a Friend" day with good numbers attending.

The club's senior athletes arrived early to join their Little Athletics colleagues for a club photo.

This saw the entire club get together and inspire each other to athletic success.

The senior athletes hosted a round of the AVSL (Athletics Victoria Shield League), a statewide competition held at five different venues each weekend.

Yarra Ranges Athletics seniors joined over 400 other athletes from throughout Victoria for the competition on home turf.

Highlights of the day were in the 4x400m relays where the club won all four relays.

The team finished second overall, against points scored by athletes at all five venues, the club's best result so far this season.

Yet again, several club records were broken including the Open Men 4x400 record broken twice with the fastest time being 3.46.63

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Other records to Ashleigh Rooke (W16 Discus 22.93m), Ashleigh Rooke, Mia Strudley, Madeline Laven, Ciara Willey (W16 4x400 Relay 4.27.45), Emerson Field (110m hurdle 12.50) and James Laven (M20 1500 4.14.6).

Twelve of the club's athletes represented their school at the School Sport Victoria State Track and Field Championships.

A total of 17 medals were won by Ashlin Walker (Bronze), Georgia Laven (2 Golds and 1 Bronze), Hayley Wilkins (Bronze), Indigo Linde (Bronze), Kiara Flavel (2 Golds), Lily Peacock (1 Gold and 2 Silver), Maddie Laven (2 Silver), Matisse Gardiner (Bronze) and Mia Strudley (2 Silver and 1 Bronze).

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Monbulk have 198 on the board against St Johns Tecoma.

Monbulk Cricket Club Results Decoite: Monbulk 198 (B.Taeuber 46, S.Cosstick 35, A.Wilson 5/64) v St.Johns Tecoma 1/17 Div 3: Monbulk 6/277 (J.Fraser 89, A.Gillard 47, J.Spencer 48*) v Knox City Div 5: Monbulk 2/74 (B.Trinnick 43) v Rowville 4/35 Div 8: Bye Under 16/2s: NSA Under 14/2s: Monbulk 4/107 (L.McIntosh 25*, L.McDonald 25*, G.Ryan 15*) beat South Belgrave 6/86 (J.Whyte 1/9, R.Burns 1/11) Under 13/1s: Monbuk 5/117 (J.Fraser 29, C.Hooper 23*) lost to Upper Ferntree Gully 4/138 (A.Hylton-Stewart 1/17, R.Kay 1/8) Under 12s: Eildon Park 3/98 (E.GriersmithRowe 2/2) beat Monbulk 0/53 (K.Sutton 16*, E.Knight 14*)

Yarra Ranges Athletics Club's 1500m women's team. school at the Victoria All Schools Track and Field Championships this weekend.

The club wishes good luck to all athletes involved.

Tickets are now available for the club's 50th anniversary celebration evening at Easter Golf Club.

There will not be any door sales for this event so visitors should buy tickets early.

The club also has its 50th anniversary clothing range available, currently at a discounted rate thanks to sponsors.

Next weekend is program three for little

athletes. Warm up at 8.45am with the first event starting at 9.00am.

This is a day of relay running representing the club against other Little Athletics clubs in the Eastern region and will start to build teams for the region relays coming up next month.

Registration is open for both Little Athletics (lavic.com.au) and the senior team via Athletics Victoria (athsvic.org.au).

For information on training, how to join or trial, photos, results and updated news, visit the website at yarrarangesathletics.org.au or check it out on Facebook.

Blasters is back Woolworths Blasters (formerly Milo In2Cricket) is back at Monbulk Cricket Club.

Blasters is an introductory program designed for kids between five and eight years old.

The program will run every Friday evening from 1 November to 13 December before taking a break and recommencing on 17 January to 14 February.

Costs are $99 which includes a bat, ball, tshirt, back-pack, hat, drink bottle and more.

For more information contact Tom Watson on 0417538329 or visit monbulkcc.vic.cricket. com.au.

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Monbulk secures top spot

Big results

By Eric Markham

By Judy Kennedy About 400 junior players from the Monbulk Soccer Club celebrated their winter season with a gala presentation day on 12 October.

The Under 13 Rangers brought home the silverware as premiers in the B Division of the Victorian Churches Football Association.

The Alex Webb trophy for the junior showing sportsmanship and club spirit went to Under 13 Raptors player Zac Ricketts, whose mother, Narelle, was awarded Club Person of the Year for her work as team manager and maintaining the club's gardens.

Rangers coach Dom Friguglietti said it had been a terrific season for the Under 13 Rangers team which was undefeated.

"The boys worked hard as a team to share the ball around and that's what we value at Monbulk Rangers, the commitment to improve every players' skill level to build a great team," he said.

The soccer is not over though, with 200 juniors registered to play in the five-a-side Spring Competition this week.

Winner of the Alex Webb trophy, Zac Ricketts.

Monbulk’s Under 13 Rangers were undefeated for the season, winning the VCFA B Division cup.

On Saturday, Monbulk 1 played Croydon in a clash that would determine who holds the top position on the ladder.

Andrew Bell's rink began brilliantly leading by 20 shots to zero after eight ends.

However, Croydon rallied after the break and by the nineteenth end, were within four shots.

Bell soon steadied his rink and they were winners by 11 shots, 31 to 20.

Eric Markham's rink began well and maintained a comfortable margin due to some excellent bowling by Jenny Holmes.

They lost the last three ends but were able to secure the win 19 to 14.

Richard Cookson's rink had a close tussle when the scores were tied at eight shots each.

From there, they won eight of the next 11 ends to win 28 to 11.

Brian Smith's rink battled hard all day with two multiples of five on the eighth and tenth ends against them being the difference.

However, this rink rallied late in the game to go down 17 to 22.

This meant Monbulk had a convincing win by 28 shots, 95 to 67 and they have gained top spot on the ladder.

Monbulk 2 expected a tough game as they hit the road to take on Boronia.

Despite losses from Graeme Goller's rink and Norma Clerke's rink, wins from Eric Furby's rink and Case Brokhof's rink saw Monbulk secure an overall 85-72 victory.

Monbulk 3 played away at Glen Waverley on grass. Losses for Alan Brooke's and Alan Hamilton's rinks saw Monbulk lose 26 to 51.

Monbulk's Division 1 team hosted Ferntree Gully (FTG) on 15 October, in what turned out to be a very close contest.

At the lunch break both teams were locked together on 38 shots. After the break FTG edged ahead by four shots at the seventeenth end.

Monbulk skipper Richard Cookson in action against Ferntree Gully.

Monbulk rallied and going into the last end scores were tied.

However, some steady bowling from FTG saw them take the points by six shots, 59 to 65.

Monbulk 2 played Donvale at home and after grabbing control of the game from the start, Monbulk recorded a very comfortable 82 to 39 win.

Monbulk 3 found the grass green tough at Mulgrave and struggled across all rinks to lose by 30 shots, 49 to 79.

Monbulk has a Try Bowls Day on 27 October between 11am and 3pm and everyone is welcome to participate with free coaching and all bowls supplied.

Night Owl bowls will start on 7 November at 7.30pm.

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