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Fun in the Aussie sun By Mitchell Clarke Australia Day was celebrated right throughout the shire, as 100 Cardinia residents became official citizens of the country. Once the official formalities concluded at Cardinia Cultural Centre, thousands of people descended on Lakeside to celebrate the day at a fun and free community event organised by the Lakeside Residents Group. From live music to live animals, face painting to hair art and jumping castles to train rides, the event hosted something for everyone in Cardinia's diverse community. For our full coverage on Pakenham's event, turn to pages 4-5.

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Council to immediately fix the path and has warned them it's only a matter of time until somebody sues them. "I'm very torn because my first instinct is that somebody's got to be held responsible for this," she said. "We have a very good relationship with the council and it's difficult because I have to wear two hats. "At the end of the day, my family comes first and I have to make sure that this doesn't happen to anyone else." A Cardinia Shire Council spokesperson said: "Council is aware of this and the matter is currently under investigation." Since 1989

She'll also require plastic surgery on her forehead to repair the wound. Doctors are yet to give the family an approximate release date, with her daughter telling the Gazette she'll remain in hospital as long as she needs to. "She'll probably be in there until the fractures heal," she said. "It's quite difficult to watch, because I organised for her to come and celebrate the event and then this happens. "My mother didn't get to celebrate Australia Day and enjoy this great community event." The family is now urging Cardinia Shire

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A prominent local identity has been left "severely injured" after an uneven council footpath caused her to be flung from her wheelchair. The 92-year-old woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, was on her to way to Australia Day celebrations at Lakeside on Sunday 26 January when her wheelchair tipped. As a result, the elderly woman fell from her chair, just 30 centimetres from the road near Waterford Rise and St Leonard Way in Pakenham. The estimated 40 millimetre drop between

pavements coinciding with the force of the fall left the victim with a serious head wound, five fractured ribs and a fractured sternum. Her injuries have left her struggling to oxygenate and she's been placed in ICU at Dandenong Hospital where she's being monitored to avoid getting pneumonia. "She's been very confused, she's quite distressed obviously, distressed because she's confused, she doesn't know where she is and doesn't remember what happened," her daughter said. Once released from ICU, the woman will remain in hospital where she faces a long and difficult rehabilitation process. 12425088-FA36-19

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Cardinia Shire Australia Day Cardinia Shire Council is proud to announce the nominees and winners of the 2020 Australia Day Awards.

Citizen of the Year nominees

Young Citizen of the Year nominees

• Aanchal Meshram

• Emma Jackel

• Daniel Clausen

• Taleisha Rech-Ellery

• Hardev Singh Cheema • John Anderson

Winner Jayden Kruzicevic-King

• Leah Bryant • Melise Yeates • Michael Soutter

Event of the Year nominees

• Michael Wright

• Resin Flow Art show & expo – Cardinia Art Society

• Ray Spencer

• Remembrance day Centenary of Armistice – Emerald RSL Sub Branch

• Ruth South • Samantha O’Sullivan • Shoheli Sunjida

• Jorh Mela Pakenham – Baba Budha Ji Charitable Association Inc • International Mother language day celebration

Winner Luke Williams

Senior Citizen of the Year nominees

• Jitterbugs playgroup – St Luke’s Church • Officer Sikh Temple’s Thanksgiving for Volunteers of the Bunyip Bushfires 2019 – Gurdwara Siri Guru Nanak Darbar, Officer

• Jenny Pritchard

• Nectar feeding garden planting, Garfield North Outdoor Education Centre – Community recovery committee and Cannibal Creek Landcare

• Bruce Monro

• Navratri 2019 – Cardinia Gujarati Association Inc

• Pamela Cunningham

Winner Robert Porter

• Not on my watch – Officer Junior Football Club & Officer Cricket Club • Lang Lang Community fair and fun day – Lang Lang Football Club

Thank you for your contribution to our comunity

• Cardinia Diwali Festival - IACC

Winner Cardinia Australia Day Event 2019 – Lakeside Residents Group

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Fireworks fizzle out By Mitchell Clarke A proposed privately run fireworks display in Pakenham didn't end up going off with a bang, in fact it didn't go off at all, following confusion between Cardinia Shire Council and the proponent. Licensed pyro technician Raymond Boyd, who has received training from Fireworks Australia, had bold plans to host a free fireworks show at Toomuc Reserve on Sunday 26 January, from 9.30-9.45pm. The Pakenham local decided to fund the $10,000 show for the "greater good of the community" after he felt that there wasn't a sufficient amount of celebrations in the area. "I have lived in Pakenham for over 10 years and have always said that there hasn't been a great deal of community celebrations," he said. Mr Boyd helped to conduct displays at the Narre Warren Carols, Pakenham Carols and most recently, Pakenham's New Year's Eve event. He maintains that the response from the community was "fantastic". But his plans came to a crashing halt, after inquiries to Cardinia Shire Council from the Gazette revealed the council hadn't actually approved the discharge of fireworks at Toomuc Reserve. "Council approval is required to discharge fireworks in any council owned or managed property," active communities manager Kristen Jackson said. "Council has not received required documentation, including evidence of Public Liability Insurance. "Without the required documentation,

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Mr Boyd claims the whole saga has been detrimental to his start up business ‘King of Fireworks’. council is not able to assess or provide approval for the discharge of fireworks on council land." That decision enraged Mr Boyd, who claimed he was initially told by a Cardinia Shire Council customer service employee that they didn't need to be notified, as long as the event went through WorkSafe. But on Friday 24 January, Cardinia Shire Council refused the event due to Mr Boyd "failing to provide" all the required documents including a risk assessment, evidence of insurance and evidence that the CFA approved the discharge during fire restrictions.

Mr Boyd said the saga has been detrimental to his start up business 'King of Fireworks'. "I'm currently at a standstill where I'm stuck in a situation where the council have said one thing to me and then done another," he said. "I'm trying to do a good thing for the community but now people are tarnishing my business and saying I wasn't prepared and that I didn't have the right documents. "I'm trying to get my business off the ground but right now I'm stuck with a garage full of fireworks that I need to get rid of."

Car crashes into home, driver flees By Brendan Rees A woman has been arrested after a car ploughed into a Clyde North home during the early hours of Thursday, 23 January. It is understood the female driver crashed into a Moorgate Road house about 12.10am before fleeing the scene in her vehicle. "The car was located abandoned nearby a short time later, before the woman was located and arrested in Wenn St about 1am," a Victoria Police spokesman said. She is currently in custody assisting police with their enquiries. No one was injured during the incident and the investigation into the exact circumstances remains ongoing.

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In a fit of dangerous road rage, a Maryknoll excavator deliberately rammed his dual-cab ute and tandem trailer into another car on the West Gate Freeway, a court has heard. Jake Perez, 35, twice merged narrowly in front of the victim’s Hilux during busy Fridayafternoon traffic on 3 December 2018, police told Dandenong Magistrates’ Court. When the victim overtook to avoid him, Perez drove up beside him and gave a volley of verbal abuse. Perez then swerved the rear of his vehicle and trailer into the side of the victim’s ute, causing $3000 of damage. After a roadside argument, Perez then drove off without exchanging details. Perez, who owned the business Perez Pits, was disqualified from driving at the time. With a long history of driving offences, he was also banned from driving as part of his bail conditions, the court heard. In a police interview, Perez allegedly denied involvement, refusing to look at photos that allegedly depicted him at the scene. He later pleaded guilty to charges including dangerous driving and reckless conduct endangering the public. Perez also pleaded guilty to riding a stolen and unregistered motorbike while he was disqualified and substance affected in Pakenham in November 2019, as well as disqualified driving in Officer in July. A defence lawyer told the court on 28 January that Perez’s life had “spiralled out of control” into drug abuse after a relationship breakdown in mid-2019. His 84 days in remand - his first time in custody - were a “huge wake-up call”, the lawyer said. On two community corrections orders, Perez had failed to complete his unpaid work hours. But he had engaged with mental health treatment, the lawyer told the court. “He’s now in a position where he accepts he needs help.” Police prosecutor Senior Constable Tess Holmes urged for a sentence that “protects the community and punishes the offender”. Noting he’d put drivers in danger, Sen Const Holmes said Perez’s sentence should deter him and others from such behaviour. Magistrate Tony Burns said Perez was an “absolute menace” who’d wasted “ample opportunities” on CCOs. Mr Burns cancelled the two CCOs and resentenced Perez on the related charges such as dangerous driving while pursued by police. Perez was jailed for six months, fined $4000 and ordered to pay $3000 restitution for the damage to the Hilux. He was also disqualified from driving for three years, including a mandatory 24 months for combined drug-and-drink driving on the motorbike.

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Australia Day in style By Mitchell Clarke The Cardinia Cultural Centre and surrounding Lakeside became a hive of activity as 100 of the shire's newest residents officially became citizens during an Australia Day ceremony. Once the official formalities concluded, thousands of people gathered to celebrate the 26th of January at a fun and free community event organised by the Lakeside Residents Group. The Lakeside Residents Group (LRG) were awarded Cardinia Shire Council's community event of the year for their 2019 event, and said this year's event was even bigger and better. "We were just so rapt about receiving the award, it was just the icing on the cake," LRG president Wendy Andrews said. "To win it on the day and to get up on stage and be able to say this was the best event in the shire and then go outside to celebrate the event, it was just great. "We would like to thank council for trusting us with this huge task. There was obviously a need for an event that brings the community together on this day and we believe we delivered. "It was wonderful to see our new Australians come out from their citizenship ceremony and enjoy our Aussie hospitality."

From live music to live animals, face painting to hair art and jumping castles to train rides, the event hosted something for everyone in Cardinia's diverse community. Embracing our diversity was a focus area for the organising committee, who ensured all nationalities and cultures were represented in the day. "We're here welcoming new people into the community, so the multicultural aspect was a large focus for us," Ms Andrews said. "We aren't just Caucasians in our shire, there are a lot of other cultures around and when you start getting involved in different groups you get to meet a lot of people from different backgrounds." With a wide range of fare on offer, attendees could try curry cups and mango lassi or enjoy the traditional snag in bread and soft drink whereas the little ones indulged in typical carnival food like hot dogs and popcorn. But the event was so well received, all food ran out with an hour and a half of the event to go. "We received a lot of positive feedback from this event and in all honesty, it really couldn't have been any better," Ms Andrews said. Bass MP Jordan Crugnale, Gembrook MP Brad Battin and La Trobe MP Jason Wood put aside politics to celebrate the greater com-

Pakenham Rotary serving up a sausage sizzle. 203155 munity, with Ms Crugnale sponsoring performances by African drummers and Mr Wood sponsoring the 'Animals of Oz' showcase. Meanwhile, Victoria Police, CFA and SES volunteers and Neighbourhood Watch set up tents to interact with the masses. The Lakeside Residents Group thanked all community groups who donated their time to get involved in the day.

"If it wasn't for them, we couldn't have done it. It really was a community effort," Ms Andrews said. The group will now look towards organising their next event, a movie night which is slated for about five weeks time, before beginning to prepare Australia Day 2021. "Oh we'll definitely be back next year bigger and better," she added.

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A 47-year-old woman was caught allegedly drink driving at a booze bus site in Cranbourne on Monday 27 January. A booze bus was set up on Thompsons Road when the woman was intercepted about midday. The Cranbourne West woman returned a positive preliminary breath test and a reading of 0.291. She immediately lost her licence, had her car impounded for 30 days and will be charged on summons to appear at a magistrates court at a later date.

In response to my question to Casey mayor Susan Serey and deputy mayor Rex Flannery about why hasn't the City of Casey declared a climate emergency? Because this city is in a designated high risk area - Casey's governance office replies that the question of whether to declare a Climate Change emergency will be referred to Casey council's conservation advisory committee for advice. Well how about seeking advice from Casey's residents and ratepayers? Should Casey Council really be referring a decision about Climate Change to a council committee, only, when Climate Change is a complex phenomenon impacting all Casey residents and when Casey council has had its legitimacy compromised by the independent body against corruption? Why can't Casey residents have a say in such an important decision please? I believe Casey council and its governance office may be confused about conservation which is about protecting existing green space and old buildings- as distinct from Climate Change - which is about dealing with the underlying causes behind global warming and increasing extreme weather events. Isn't this far too important a decision to be left to a conservatory committee: a committee that needs to be informed about public opinion as well as climate science? John Glazebrook Endeavour Hills

Council needs to be held accountable It was interesting to read in the Berwick Star News that at the Council meeting of 21 January 2020 Council refused to answer questions from the floor on the whereabouts of Cr Aziz, yet an absence was recorded on his behalf. It has been widely publicised that he can't be contacted after absconding overseas just before he was to attend the Independent Broad- based Anticorruption Commission (IBAC) hearings into

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man', are 'jumping the gun' and any conflict of interest has only 'been alleged'. Does he think we, the ratepayers, are uninformed? When comparable misbehaviours have been identified in other reputable organisations, those responsible have been required to step down until all questionable activities have been examined. In respect for the reputation of Casey Council, its councillors should do the same. Judith Eppinger, Narre Warren North.

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Julie Anderson is passionate about helping war veterans live their best quality of life. She assists veterans of all ages to lodge applications regarding injury and illness claims. She organises doctor and referral appointments for those struggling on their own or facing red tape with the Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA). On 26 January, the Berwick resident was recognised with a Medial of the Order of Australia for her service to veterans and their families. When told of her honour, Ms Anderson said it came unexpected but was truly humbled. "When I got the letter I didn't even know what it was. I was like 'Oh my God'. It came out of the blue," she said. Ms Anderson explained her motivation to help veterans began when her husband, a former Navy electrician, experienced unnecessary delays with medical records and complications through his claim for loss of earnings. Charlie, who served in the Gulf War as a 20-year-old, became quite ill when he returned home years later, which was diagnosed as 'Gulf War illness' - a cluster of medically unexplained chronic symptoms. When his mental health declined Ms Anderson said this was a "trigger" for her to step in and help - not only for husband but for other veterans too. She began as an administrator of a Facebook group called Gulf War Veterans Facebook Group and Advisory Group and the Department of Veterans Affairs Entitlements Facebook Group. She also co-founded the United Younger Veterans Facebook page. "It turned out to be a catalyst for getting all veterans together, but not only veterans; advocates - people who look after veterans," she

Julian Anderson has been awarded for her dedication to helping war veterans. 203620 said, adding "It's an incredible network." "There are cases that exist that have been going on for 30 years that still aren't resolved." Speaking about one of her cases, Ms Anderson said a 33-year-old former Navy employee was still jumping hoops to get compensation from an injury she suffered on a Naval ship which she later had to undergo surgery for a

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brain bleed. "She wasn't able to walk properly. Her back went and had like nine back surgeries. It's been one thing after another," she said. A former drama teacher, who runs a dance school with her sister Suzie Ryrie at Suzie Ryrie School of Dance in Berwick, Ms Anderson volunteers her time with the Australian Peace-

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A prominent Berwick doctor has been recognised for his remarkable contribution towards community health. Dr. Wesley Jame admits he was "caught off guard" when he was told he had received an OAM (Medal of the Order of Australia). "It's a nice surprise and I'm very proud, but I think the nicest thing is the recognition for the organisations I've worked with and the important role they have in the community," Dr. Jame said. The Berwick local is the principal practitioner of the 125-year-old Berwick Medical Centre, where he's worked since 1978. In that time, Dr. Jame has become a recognisable face in the community and treated three and up to five generations of some families. He's built up an impressive resume within the health sector and is widely recognised as a driving force behind the inception of Casey Hospital and St John of God Hospital. "It was basically a 12-year journey which led to the two hospitals we now see in Berwick," Dr. Jame said. "There were a lot of people on Spring Street that thought that wasn't necessarily appropriate." He recognised the south east was a significant growth corridor and knew the existing Berwick Hospital wouldn't be enough to keep up with demand. During his 21-year stint on the hospital board, Dr. Jame saw the hospital out of a $1.6 million debt through business management and also witnessed the amalgamation with St John of God healthcare. But it took a decade of speaking with ministers and lobbying for Casey Hospital, until he was able to watch that project come to fruition in 2006. "I knew there'd be a lot of growth here and our community knew that was going to happen, but unlike most health developments which tend to happen after the population explodes, this actually happened as the population explosion was occurring," he said. Dr. Jame reflected on a "colour bond moment" after visiting a patient in terminal care at Casey Hospital. "I was standing in the sun at the entrance of Casey Hospital looking over at St John of God, which had just been completed at this stage, and I thought to myself 'this is actually quite a good achievement'," he said. "Having two hospitals functioning side by side in coordination and covering all branches

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A dedication to helping others in need has earned well-respected former nurse Lilian Leonard an Australia Day honour. The Pearcedale resident was awarded the Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia for service to community health. The former registered division one nurse said the award came as a "surprise". "It came as an email and I was going to get rid of it as junk," she laughed, "and then I saw the insignia on top." "Very humbling because I'm just an ordinary person," the great-grandmother said. It's not the first time Lilian has been recognised for her work either. In 1993, she was the recipient of an Advance Australia Foundation Award. Born in Kolkata, India, Lilian's family came to Australia in 1951 when she was aged 13. The family lived in Oakleigh and Lilian graduated from the Melbourne School of Nursing in 1959. Following marriage and a family of four children, Lilian started a nursing at Cabrini Hospital. It was here that she met surgeon Sir Edward Hughes who sponsored her training in stomal therapy at the Mayfield Centre in 1979. Lilian said stomal therapy - a surgical procedure which results in a section of the bowel being brought to the surface of the abdominal wall - is "something not really talked about and yet in Australia we have 44,000 people that wear a bag."

Dr. Wesley Jame has been awarded an OAM for his service to community health. 203557 Pictures: GARY SISSONS

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Wesley and his wife Lesley. ''Wes and Les'' is how they're referred to by friends.

and levels of community at a time where it's needed was a great feeling." He acknowledges that without the two hospitals, it'd be a "pretty disastrous" situation. But the resume doesn't end there. Dr. Jame has been passionate in working to improve the welfare of children and families. In 1981, he joined the board of Melbourne Family Care Organisation where he served as vice-president for three years until the organisation became known as Family Action. There, he served as president for five years until the organisation amalgamated with two others to form OzChild. He was chair of the amalgamation steering committee and then inaugural president from 1993 until 1995. He served on the board of South East Palliative Care for 12 years and was chair of the organisation for four years. He also found time to contribute to the introduction of computers into general practice over a 32 year period. His practice was the first

to download pathology and radiology results electronically in Victoria. But despite his impressive career, Dr. Jame said his beloved wife Lesley, who is also a GP and practice co-owner, deserves much of the credit. "I'm often running around and doing a lot of other things but she's always been there to pick up the pieces and managed to keep family life together," he explained. The couple, who have three adult children, are currently finding the time to work part time and enjoy life as grandparents. "At the moment it's all about seeing the world through a child's eye," he laughed. "I've got six grandsons to watch, grow up and play with and of course, they don't know what their grandfather does. "I'm looking forward to winding back further and working towards retirement although I don't see myself fully retiring just yet."

Inspiring former nurse Lilian Leonard has been recognised with an Australia Day award. 203659 Picture: BRENDAN REES "I worked at Cabrini for 15 years but I thought I had been in the private sector too long so I moved to PANCH, a large public hospital in Preston. "PANCH was a wonderful experience be-

cause there was a big ethnic community. A lot of people couldn't speak English and they were very isolated," she said. During this time Lilian attended several overseas conferences on stoma care and worked in hospitals both in Oslo, Norway and in London. In 1987 she set up an Ostomy Support group at PANCH- which met once a month for patients. "I got so much out of it - so much support and love," she said. But then came a question from a young person who said: "'Lilian, it's really nice to come along to these meetings but there's nothing for young people'," Lilian said. So Lilian placed an advert in the Preston Times in 1989 inviting young ostomates to a gathering at PANCH. This led to her being the founder of the Young Ostomates United Support Group (YOU) which aims to encourage support and friendship between young people including children with a stoma. "YOU is still going - we have just had our 30th birthday," she said. When PANCH closed in 1998, the hospital moved to the new Northern Hospital but Lilian continued to volunteer her time working with the Ostomy Support Groups. Lilian semi-retired in East Gippsland where she worked part-time at Bairnsdale Hospital for six years setting up stoma and breast cancer support - capping off a "wonderful career." pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Berwick’s Oz Day pride By Brendan Rees The Aussie spirit was in full swing in Berwick for the annual Australia Day celebrations. Carrying Australia flags, families flooded Pioneers Park to celebrate with true Aussie pride.Run by the Rotary Club of Berwick and supported by the City of Casey, crowds enjoyed a barbecue, live entertainment, face painting, emergency service vehicle displays, vintage machinery displays, food stalls, wood chopping, whip-cracking and more. Wearing a ceremonial garb, City of Casey's town crier led a parade featuring members of the Australian Air Force Cadets - 403 Squadron of Beaconsfield, the Berwick Pipers, Casey mayor Susan Serey and Berwick Australia Day ambassador Andrew Asten. Following a flag raising ceremony and a rendition of the Australian anthem sung by 17-year-old Dhee Wickramasinghe of Berwick, the mayor welcomed the crowds during a presentation at the rotunda. "It's great to see so many people gathered for what is always a fantastic family and community event," Cr Serey said. "Australia Day is a time to reflect on what it means to be Australian, the journey taken to this point and the aspirations we share for our future. "As the daughter of migrants I take great pride in what Australia has become and the aspirations we all share for an even better future. The popular song 'I am Australian' opened with the line 'we are one but we are many' and

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characterises the sentiment of many of us who have indeed have come from all the layers on Earth. "So today is about you enjoying each other's company and sharing the sense of pride and the longing we have as a community and as a nation ... local events such as this foster community bond between neighbours, friends, family community organisations." Cr Serey added: "I would like to make a special mention to our volunteers whose work, goodwill, and sacrifice make our community our state and nation better and stronger. Let us also thank those who have helped in various ways for our bushfire affected communities." Australia Day ambassador Andrew Asten was special guest for the day, who has coordinated the Face up to Poverty campaign and also founded Oaktree's Schools 4 Schools program to provide life-changing educational opportunities to students across the developing world. He thanked the Berwick Rotary Club of Berwick for their "valuable" event" before describing Australia Day as "a great celebration of our nation, of our character and all that we've accomplished together." Isabelle Caulfield, president of the Rotary Club of Berwick, said its volunteers had been fundraising hard to support BlazeAid - a volunteer-based organisation helping rebuild the lives of bushfire affected communities. "A week ago we set up a Facebook fundraising page with the aim of raising $24,000 for one (combat ready) trailer ... and this morning we have raised $34,000," Ms Caulfield said.

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A man has claimed he had been drugged after being charged with trafficking and 'exposing police officers to risk by driving' near Eden Rise shopping centre in Berwick on 27 January, a court has heard. Karim Hallaby, 29, of Keysborough, had been spotted driving erratically and falling asleep behind the wheel of a Ford sedan about 2pm, police told a Dandenong Magistrates' Court bail hearing. When two police officers approached, Hallaby drove forward into a light pole. He then reversed towards the officers and again drove into the same pole, police alleged. Police chased Hallaby on foot as he ran from the car and crossed Clyde Road. He allegedly resisted arrest in a nearby residential court. He was taken to Casey Hospital due to his "drug-affected" state, the court heard. Police claimed they seized methamphetamine, cannabis and prescription drugs as well as stolen number plates from the unregistered Ford. At the time, Hallaby was on two corrections orders and was an unlicensed driver, the court was told. Police listed prior offences including "multiple" drug and traffic offences as well as correction-order breach offences. Hallaby, who represented himself, told the court that he may have been drugged and his car stolen. "I'm pretty sure there's another person involved who took advantage of me," he said. "That's not me, that's not my character." Magistrate Tony Burns noted that the new charges didn't appear "out of character" with "troubling" priors such as illegally possessing a handgun as well as drug-driving. Mr Burns said Hallaby failed to provide compelling reasons for being released on bail. Hallaby was remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on 28 February.

A "despicable" scam-artist who ripped off new arrivals for thousands of dollars has been given a stern ultimatum. David Douse, 65, of Narre Warren, was ordered by Dandenong magistrate Tony Burns to pay back the owed $23,200 within nine months. "It's repaid in full or he goes to jail," Mr Burns said at the hearing on 21 January. Douse pleaded guilty to two counts of deception, in which he hounded his two victims for more than $27,000 to help apply for their family members' migrations. In 2008, he promised a victim in Dandenong that his brother worked in immigration and he could help migrate the victim's family from Afghanistan for $22,000. Under duress from Douse, the victim paid $13,000 in instalments over the next two months. Douse then informed him he couldn't help anymore and would pay the money back. Despite repeated pleas from the victim, Douse repaid just $1000 by 2012. His phone number was then disconnected. In 2011, Douse met a victim in Springvale, promising to fast-track a working visa for her cousin in India at a cost of $15,000. Over five months, he was paid $16,200 in instalments - including $1200 for a purported flight to India to apply for the visa. The victim discovered that Douse had instead flown to England. Two weeks later, he advised that his attempts to help had failed and promised to repay the money. He still owed the victim $11,200, with his last repayment in 2012. In a police interview in August, Douse said he had fled overseas between 2013 and 2015 due to being violently threatened by the second victim. He claimed to have had a "brief sexual relationship" with her. When asked if he had experience in obtaining visas, he gave no comment. Douse told police that he had been unable to afford repaying the victims in full.

His lawyer told Dandenong Magistrates' Court that Douse had suffered financial problems, including a failed bathroom renovation business. The unemployed man was currently living off NewStart and instalments from an inheritance, the court heard. Douse's sister had limited the inheritance to monthly £800 installments, due to his impulsiveness, the court heard. The lawyer said it would be "incredibly difficult" for Douse to repay the amount within nine months. Magistrate Burns said Douse was a "despicable charlatan" who "abused the trust of vulnerable people". "Your conduct is to be absolutely condemned." Douse's diagnosed impulsivity and hypermania didn't reduce his moral culpability, Mr Burns said. He noted Douse had been jailed in the past for criminal deceptions. "You've gone on your merry way in deceiving people once again." Douse was advised to get a loan or to ask his sister to open the "purse-strings" to his inheritance to meet the 19 October deadline. If the repayments were met, Douse would be sentenced to a community corrections order, Mr Burns said. Douse will appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court for sentencing on 19 October. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Aus Day celebrations By Brendan Rees A huge crowd has poured into Hampton Park for Australia Day celebrations where several members of the community were honoured with awards. Federal Member for Holt Anthony Byrne presented awards to 28 outstanding individuals, two posthumous awards and seven local organisations for their contribution to our community during the Holt Australia Day Awards ceremony held at Arthur Wren Hall on 26 January.Hundreds gathered on the day which featured a barbecue, live entertainment, face painting, market stalls, jumping castle, community displays and more. The event an opportunity to recognise people like Sally Francis who volunteers with Riding for the Disabled Victoria and Riding for the Disabled Australia which has earned her an Order of Australia Medal for service to people with a disability and horse sports. The Sikh Volunteers Association was also recognised with an award. One of the great stories to emerge in the wake of the tragedy that unfolded with the bushfires was the quick response for relief provided by the Sikh Volunteers who served hundreds of meals to victims of bushfire affected communities. Another recipient worthy of mention was Cranbourne North resident Rebecca Hyland who led efforts within the Tulliallan Community Action Group for five years to stop the development of a Cranbourne East estate on land earmarked for sports fields, with neighbours saying they were "overjoyed" by the result. Ms Hyland alongside other local residents led a consistent campaign in 2019 with multiple rallies and events to ensure the green space that included soccer and cricket fields was maintained to the benefit of local residents. Mr Byrne said: "I congratulate all those receiving a Holt Australia Day Award for their exemplary community spirit and endless hours of volunteer work making our community a better and safer place to live." "Australia Day is a wonderful day when we can recognise those people who contribute to the community and make our community a better place."

Residents and community groups were recognised for their dedication during the Holt Australia Day awards. The Award recipients include: Senior Venerable Thich Giac Tin Aanchal Meshram Andrew Gai Bassir Qadiri Casey Multifaith Network Colin Butler Cranbourne Stroke Support Group Dalvinder Garcha Deborah Chamberlain Emmanuel Mabil Majok Fiona and Colin Crane Gail Kavanagh Immanuel Marthoma Church Melbourne Jasbir Singh Suropada Jodie Hollis Kaci Hillis Kaye Coram Kelly Warren Kenneth Drane

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Get rock ‘n’ rolling and make new friends with Suzie Rockn’ Suzies dance classes are now in their 17th year teaching at Pakenham and Cranbourne. Pakenham classes are held in the library complex on the corner of John and Henry streets. The Cranbourne class is held at the Senior Citizens Hall on the corner of Codrington

Street and the South Gippsland Highway Both nights offer beginner and advanced rock ‘n’ roll classes open to all with no partner required. The program also includes a special class at the end of the night for partners only to learn some of the different styles associated with rock ‘n’ roll including swing, west coast, jive,

triples, line and partner dances and cha cha. The classes are designed to be fun and easy to follow for those aged 10 upwards. Dancing is great for fitness, co-ordination, balance and memory, with many people forming great friendships through the classes. Rockn’ Suzies also runs a monthly charity dance at the Pakenham Hall which has been

running for 13 years. A different band plays each month. Everyone in the community is welcome and encouraged to attend. For information call Sue on 5940 9791 or 0400 216 670.

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Richmond on the road By Mitchell Clarke Richmond Football Club’s newest stars rubbed shoulders with the future of the game during a kid’s clinic in Beaconsfield on Tuesday 21 January. Premiership players Jason Castagna and Shai Bolton joined rising stars Mabior Chol, Jack Ross and AFLW players including Alana Woodward, Sophie Molan and Phoebe Monahan at Holm Park Reserve to meet some of their most dedicated fans. The booked out clinic provided the perfect opportunity for budding footballers aged between four and 14-years-old to get up close and personal with some of their favourite players. From a kick of the footy and a selfie, the kids were then able to gain an insight into the football world, during a question and answer session with their idols.

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Come and enjoy a 90 minute circus performance featuring Chinese Acrobats in Cranbourne. Before and after the performance enjoy their small jumping castle, cup and saucer ride and mobile food van. The event features world-class acts from China and around the globe including talented acrobats, aerialists and jugglers. Daily from 20 January to 9 February. For more information visit: www.ChineseCircusSpectacular.com.au

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Get moving this March Cancer Council is encouraging Victorians to get moving this March by taking part in The March Charge and setting themselves a walking, running or moving challenge for the month. Participants can Charge as an individual or compete in a team by setting a kilometre or hour goal and moving toward it throughout the month while fundraising for Cancer Council. Find out more at www.themarchcharge.com.au

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·Voices of Casey

Voices of Casey are looking forward to an exciting program of Song for 2020. We are a nonauditioned mixed community choir and have an eclectic range of music. Our Artistic Music Director is Dr. Jonathon Welch, AM. We welcome all singers. Our rehearsals for 2020 start on Monday February 3 at 7.00pm at Fiddlers Green Retirement Village, 57 Gloucester Ave., Berwick. Why not come and have a look and try us out. Further details from Paulien 0412 741 195 or maritimes.1@hotmail.com.

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Narre Warren and District Family History Group Inc. General meeting Wednesday 12 February at 7.30pm, in the meeting room at the Casey Complex, 1/65 Berwick Cranbourne road, Cranbourne. Please use Casey Radio entrance. Entry fee $3. Our Guest Speaker will be Des Tobin, the title of his talk will be, 'More Lives than your Average Cat'. He will speak about his full and busy life as a successful business executive within the funeral industry, how over his 80 years he has been a panel beater, a youth worker, a springboard diver, a golfing tragic, a university lecturer and a prolific writer. His most recent book (2018). Just a Man Called Phonse - a biography of his father A.V. (Phonse) Tobin. Supper will be served after the talk, the general meeting follows. Please contact Lynne Bradley at president@ nwfhg.org.au or phone 0413 182 551. All visitors are welcome to attend.

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Meditation A group session will include guidance and instruction in the practices of meditation and contemplation. Come along and enjoy the benefits of meditation such as wellbeing and peace of mind. Beginner and experienced meditators are welcome. Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 BerwickCranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East from Monday 3 February 7pm - 8pm

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Introduction to creative writing Have you always wanted to write but were unsure where to start? Unlock your creativity by joining this course. You will be introduced to the key elements of writing poems, blogs, short stories and novels. Even if you are a regular writer with some core background knowledge, you will gain new insights about yourself as a writer. Workshops facilitated by published author - Roderic Grigson. Thursday 6 February for 8 weeks from 1pm - 3pm. Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East from Monday 3 February 7pm - 8pm

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vice is by appointment only so contact us on 5990 0900 Every Thursday 30 minute appointments between 10am - 2pm. Booking is essential by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or E: admin@ballaballa.com.au

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Classes and activities start on Tuesday 28th January. Our Open Day is being held on Friday 7 February from 10am to 1pm. Retirees and semiretired can view some of our classes and speak with Tutors. Classes include calligraphy, paper crafts, sewing, knitting, several art, computer and language classes. Tuition is available for guitar, ukulele and keyboard. There are a variety of card games being played plus a Singing for Fun group. Line Dancing and Table Tennis are very popular. Also keen Fishing & Cycling groups wanting to share their activities too. For more information phone Marge 0410 304 308 or u3acranbourne.net.au. U3A Cranbourne rooms are located behind the Cranbourne Library. 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East. Entrance is under the Casey Radio 97.7 sign.

This group offers help and support to family and friends of problem drinkers at weekly meetings. Seminar room 4 at Dandenong Hospital, David Street, Wednesdays 8.15pm.St Gerard's Community Centre, 71 Gladstone Road, Dandenong North, Saturdays 2pm. Springvale Church of Christ, corner Buckingham and Windsor avenues. Fridays 10.30am. Details: 1300 252 666 or visit www.al-anon.org.au

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Kids Art Program (6 years plus) A unique art program inspired by the idea of just having FUN, 'Get your Art On' aim to enrich, stimulate and develop a Child's confidence in creating artworks. With relaxed classes and all age activities each child will have the opportunity to create his or her own work in their own artistic style. Join us as we explore different and unusual colours, textures, materials, mediums and techniques to create our own works of art. All materials included, please bring an art smock. Wednesday 5 February for eight weeks. 4.30pm - 6pm Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 BerwickCranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East

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Basic cake making Tuesday 4 February for two weeks from 7pm 9pm at Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 Berwick-Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East Fermenting and preserving workshops A basic guide to pickling, fermenting and preserving. February is the time of the year where you have access to an abundance of beautiful fruits and vegetables. What to do with them ??? Saturday 8 February for three weeks from 10am - 12pm.

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Open up free community lunch Hampton Park Uniting Church, 1 Coral Drive Hampton Park Ph: 9799 7994 Every Thursday (during school term) at 12.00pm

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This course for people with little or no prior knowledge of computers. This beginners course will get you up-and-running, teaching basics while moving slowly toward more advanced topics. It cuts through all the clutter and jargon of working with computers and explains in simple terms how they work. The course covers computer terminology, basic skills, creating and saving documents, using email and accessing the internet. Friday 7 February for 8 weeks from 9.30am - 12 noon. Balla Balla Community Centre, 65 BerwickCranbourne Rd, Cranbourne East from Monday 3 February 7pm - 8pm

Narre Warren Seniors will re-open on 15th January. All activities will resume as usual till the end of January. From February 1st, for about six months, the centre will be closed for building renovations. However most of our activities will continue at other seniors club venues in the locality. The Wednesday Club Day and table tennis will be held at Hampton Park Seniors, Indoor Bowls will be at Hallam Seniors, Line Dancing and Sing-along will be at Berwick Seniors while Cards will continue at Fiddlers Green. The Garden Club will make their own arrangements month by month, while the Gentle Exercise and Darts Group will be inactive for this period. Our grateful thanks to all those who have opened their doors to accommodate us. Our mobile phone number will continue to be 0426 736 467.

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Art and Craft Group. Narre Warren North Uniting Church, 1 Main St, Narre Warren North. Starts Wednesday 5 February from 1pm - 3pm. No joining fee or annual fee, only gold coin donation for amenities, although a small fee may be charged for supplied materi-

als depending on the workshop. First workshop will be working with air drying clay. Come along and join us on 5th Feb for an introduction into the use of clay. For further information phone Rev. Bruce Crowle - 0425 738 481.

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Al-Anon Family Groups, Endeavour Hills This group offers help and support to family and friends of problem drinkers.Meetings on Mondays from 10.00am at the Andrews Centre, corner Hanna Drive and Heatherton Road. Endeavour Hills. Details: 1300 252 666. Website : www.alanon.org.au

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Residents are invited to join a morning dog walking group anytime time between 9am and 10am daily at Akoonah Park, Berwick. The group is a great way to make friends, stay healthy and be part of your local community. People with or without dog are welcome and also enjoy a coffee with Barry who set ups his coffee van from 6am-1pm every day. There is an afternoon group which usually walks about 4pm until 6pm. 'Off the lead' walking in the park is offered as well.

Coffee 'n' Conversation Are you feeling lonely and want to get out a bit more? Come and join our 'Coffee 'n' Conversation' Group at Narre Warren North Uniting Church, 1 Main St. Narre Warren North on Wednesday mornings at 10am. Everybody is welcome. For further information contact Rev. Bruce Crowle on 0425 738 481 or bruce.crowle@ yahoo.com.

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Mosaic Class Cranbourne Community House will be running our mosaic course in 2020. Please contact us to put your name down for our class enrolments. Get in quick as spaces are filling fast. 5996 2941.

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Probus Endeavour Hills Club The Endeavour Hills Probus Club is seeking retirees and semi - retirees to join an active and friendly group. Activities include a walking group, coffee mornings, ten-pin bowling, excursions and trivia nights. Meet third Monday of each month (except December) at 10am at the Dandenong Club, corner of Heatherton Rd and Stud Rd, Dandenong North. Contact Chris 0423432878 or email: hart.chris64@yahoo.com.au.

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Berwick Senior Citizens Berwick Senior Citizens has currently closed for the festive break. Activities will resume from the 4 February. The club would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 9707 2017 or sencitber65@gmail.com, 112 High Street.

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Cranbourne East Secondary Community Sports Hub The Centre of Multicultural Youth, in partnership with Reclink and the City of Casey, has initiated a community sports program at Cranbourne Secondary College. The program includes a women's volleyball program as well as a multisport program open to both male and female participants. Participation is free of charge and

is open to all ages. This is a great opportunity for the family to get fit together! Cranbourne East Secondary College Gym on Mondays, 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Free of charge, all skill levels can participate. Contact Engela 0436 620 187 (evanderklashorst@cmy.net. au) or Sarah 0401 568 503 (sarah.hume@ reclink.org).

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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.

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Seniors activities Hallam Senior Citizens Centre is inviting anyone over the age of 55 to join their sociable and friendly over 55s Club. They participate in many in-house activities each week including carpet bowls, bingo, games, raffles, lunches, afternoon teas as well as various day tours: Casino visit, tram and boat trips, country excursions, hotel lunches etc. Contact: 9703 1165 or Dorothy 0409 231 190. Hallam Senior Citizens Centre, corner of Princes Hwy and Princes Domain Drive Hallam.

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Meditation for kids Oakgrove Community Centre runs an ongoing program for kids 'Little Paradise Meditation', where kids are involved in varies activates and role play which supports and enhances focus, fostering compassion and self- esteem, boosting confidence, building empathy and happiness. Cost: $80 per term or $12 per session. Age: six to 16. At Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre warren South 3805. Phone: 0432246674.

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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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Cranbourne Supported Playgroup Come along to our supported play group on a Friday afternoon from 1-3pm. We welcome all parents/guardians and their children to experience some fun and creative activities in our children's playroom. Our sessions are facilitated by an experienced staff member and are designed to encourage socialisation with other children and parents. For further information contact Cranbourne Community House on 5996 2941 or visit us at 49 Valepark Crescent, Cranbourne.

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Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association Inc (CRRA) The CRRA is a community body representing residents and ratepayers in the City of Casey which includes looking after residents' concerns, attending Casey Council meetings, asking questions, submissions on Casey Council Budgets, submission on the Local Government Act 2019, media reporting and engagement, and being a member of Ratepayers Victoria. For more information please visit the Facebook page at Casey Residents & Ratepayers Association and online at https://caseyrra. wordpress.com/

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Cranbourne and District Garden Club We have a speaker every month, followed by an afternoon tea. Come along and make new friends and meet some keen gardeners. The group meets every second Thursday of the month at 1.15pm at the Cranbourne Public Hall, 115 High Street Cranbourne. Contact Julie on 5995 1420.

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Berwick National Seniors Recently retired? Looking for company? Why not drop in for an informal cuppa and find out more about what our group can offer you. There may be lots of senior groups in the area but our group offers great day and night dining out experiences with like-minded seniors. We also have Saturday and Sunday lunch excursions. Plenty to choose from. Please call 87512319 to join our friendly group.

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Youth will pave the way By Tyler Lewis The 2020 VFL season is only around the corner, and after an unusual season 2019, the Casey Demons will look to the excitement of youth to fill its list vacancies this year. The Demons were heavily influenced last season by the injuries its aligned club Melbourne had during the year. But with Melbourne coasting through preseason somewhat unscathed, the positions vacant are one coach Sam Radford hopes to fill with energetic youngsters. While looking for youth, Radford also wants to develop a strong relationship with the Gippsland Power, signing unlucky 2019 NAB League players Ryan Sparkes, Tye Hourigan, Josh Smith and Riley Baldi as Casey players as it is his aim for non-listed players at Casey to improve as footballers and eventually get on an AFL list. “Those four have all signed up,” he said. “They are all training well; Riley is in rehab at the moment, just about to come out. “Ryan Sparkes is training really well, Tye is going well and Josh had an injury pre-Christmas but he is back going really well at the moment as well, so we have really good Gippsland Power kids. “We have some good kids from the Stingrays and some good Dragons boys too, so we have some really good young talent down at the club.” The Demons had some issues with its forward half in the latter half of the season last year, moving Jack Hutchins up forward to add to the fire power, but with the additions of youngsters Josh Smith and Corey Ellison, Radford visions a bright future in the forward six for the Demons with some promising young talent over the next few seasons. “Josh is a great size and leads really well,” he said. “We also have Corey Ellison, a young boy who played as a 19-year-old at the Stingrays and Cranbourne. “Corey has really good hands; they are all

Riley Baldi is one of four ex-Power stars who is impressing down at Casey Fields. 181554 Picture:STEWART CHAMBERS good young forwards who will need a couple years of developing. “One of the main issues we had last year with our forward line was the injuries Melbourne had to all there forwards, and at the moment they are all up and going, looking really well so that will create a fair bit of depth and competition for spots up forward for us,

which will only make us more competitive. “The VFL is getting younger and younger, but we wanted to bring in some young talented players that we see who could be really good players for Casey, that can be good players for us but have the potential to go on and play AFL footy. “That is something we are really proud of at

Ash’s dream debut for rising Swans By Nick Creely Ashley Chandrasinghe won't be forgetting Saturday's golden day in a hurry. The rising 18-year-old Swan not only became the latest player to make his first XI debut for Casey-South Melbourne, but in the process, produced one of the finest performances of the season, notching up an incredible century against the highly-rated Northcote. It's been an incredible few weeks for the talented leftie, who starred for the Southern Pioneers in the Youth Premier League under 18s, whacking 206 runs at an average of 206. But few would have seen his performance on Saturday coming when he answered the call to open up alongside Luke Wells in the absence of gun batsman Nathan Freitag (attending a wedding). Chandrasinghe showed poise, incredible patience and unflappable concentration to bat from ball one of the day until the second last over, producing an epic 144 off 286 balls, all in which came within 378 minutes. Few would have notched up a century on debut in such impressive fashion, and few have looked so comfortable so quickly. But the innings was exactly what the youngster prides himself on at the crease - wearing the bowlers down, never wavering from his strengths and eventually pouncing on the opposition, regardless of who they are, or where. But it's rare that an opener at such a high level can sustain such concentration at the crease, and especially in his teenage years in the top-flight of Victorian club cricket. And Swans coach Brian Keogh could hardly contain his excitement on Sunday, and after watching stacks of cricket over the journey, believes it was one of the most memorable knocks he's witnessed. "It's right up there - for Ash to come out to 22 STAR NEWS

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Ashley Chandrasinghe had a dream debut for Picture: GARY SISSONS Casey on Saturday. do that was incredible," he said. "And to be fair the Northcote attack are great, they're fourth on the ladder for a reason. "That's a genuine 144 against a top-eight side - the Northcote guys have a real presence about them, just watching them in the warm up you can tell they're fourth. "Nobody gifted Ash those runs - it was an outstanding innings, but I don't want to put too much pressure on him, I want him to enjoy the moment and enjoy the journey. "But it's really exciting for us - the season has been pretty frustrating, but to have this is really great." Keogh said that the selectors have been discussing the youngster for some time, and were pleased to be able to give him a chance in the red-ball clash. "We talked a lot as a selection group about when to bring him in, and we just felt the twoday game at home in good conditions at Casey would be good," he said. "I was confident he'd do well, but I certainly didn't expect 144 off 280 rocks - it was like he's been out there for five seasons, he just looked so comfortable, he's got a terrific temperament, never gets distracted and just plays each

ball on its merits. "He stays in the moment, and knows his game well - that's the really exciting part, he's got all the foundations but he's got more tricks in his bag." Only last week, the humble Chandrasinghe told Star News Group about his approach in the middle, something that clearly held him in good stead on the weekend. "It's about ball-by-ball concentration, and just trusting my technique and allowing myself to get in and stay there for as long as I can," he said. "If you stay in there, you'll make runs, and that's my mindset when I'm batting. "I've been taught that if nothing's going right for you on the day, that technique is something you can always fall back on, so I try and focus on that a lot." An opportunity for Chandrasinghe to bat with Swans skipper Luke Wells (35) - who combined for 59 with the youngster - was another really pleasing part of the day for Keogh, who said that the influence of the skipper on his young star was crucial. "The opportunity to bat with Wellsy certainly wasn't lost on us, and that was always the plan," he said. "Wellsy looked like he was going to be in for a big one, he was going really well but got out, but he took the pressure off Ash, and the two make a really exciting dynamic for us." The Swans racked up 9/332 by stumps, only a week after a disappointing result against Monash Tigers. Another strong performance on the day was that of keeper batsman Devin Pollock, who crunched 80 after coming in at 5/168 and putting on 157 runs with Chandrasinghe, in a partnership that saw the Swans lift itself into a dominant position.

Casey, getting guys drafted, and that is something we want to do, we want to be a team that is obviously successful, but one that is developing players for the AFL.” The Melbourne Storm will be playing a preseason match at Casey Fields in the coming weeks, and after the final match of the year for the Demons had to be moved due to the ground’s condition, concerns have risen over the condition it will be at the pointy end of the season, but Radford assures the surface will be in a perfect state after some well needed progress to the drainage. “The ground is all good now, it has had redrainage and everything,” he said. “We weren’t on it until after Christmas, but the ground is in fantastic condition at the moment. “We think the Melbourne Storm playing a game there will be good for the local area, they are expecting a decent crowd and then there is a JLT game on there too. “We don’t see any problem with the surface, it is great condition at the moment and it will be exciting to be back on there, it is looking in magnificent condition.” Casey will face Frankston round 1 at Casey Fields, and despite Frankston having only recorded the one victory last year, Radford said his men won’t be taking the Dolphins lightly due to their improvement and the scare they gave his side in the last game of the season. “We won’t take them lightly, they nearly beat us in the last game of the year,” he said. “I think they had something like 120 tackles against us, we know they will be fit and come out really hard round 1. “We can’t afford to take any team lightly, all the stand alone teams have recruited really well, there are never any easy games in the VFL. “We will certainly be looking to get out there round 1 and get the season going on the right foot.” The Casey Demons will kick-off its season against the Frankston Dolphins on Saturday 4 April at Casey Fields from 1pm.

Southside gear up for playoffs By Tyler Lewis Over a thousand people crammed into Dandenong Stadium to watch the Southside Flyers kick clear once again with another impressive win over fellow top four side Adelaide Lightning on Saturday night. Southside, who now have collected the win on 16 occasions this season, converted the first basket and didn't give over the lead for the rest of the match. The Flyers broke away to a 21-point lead mid-way through the third period, before coasting home in the last to claim an 81-69 victory. Captain Rebecca Cole lead the way once again with a superb 28 points from her 31 minutes on the floor which also included a team high five rebounds. Cole proved the difference, with the Flyers plus 23 with her presence on the court. Sara Blicavs was impressive again with 13 points and nine rebounds, while dropped 15 of her 21 points from beyond the arc. The win over the Lightning has locked up top spot on the WNBL table, a remarkable achievement to a recently redeveloped franchise. Southside host Sydney Uni in its final home game this Saturday at Dandenong Stadium before the all-important playoff series. At the current standings, the Flyers are set to take on the Lightning once again in the first round of the post season. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Star Lion does it again By Nick Creely WGCA PREMIER DIVISION REVIEW - ROUND 11 It's been a strong couple of rounds for Merinda Park. The Cobras - who had just the single victory before the Christmas break - continue to impress, playing a strong brand of cricket, and more importantly are starting to get the win column ticking over. Jarrod Armitage's side clocked up its third win of the season, moving within 18 points of fourth spot after brushing aside Devon Meadows at home on Saturday. The Panthers won the toss and elected to bat, and despite a strong start from openers Luke Hamilton (29) and Lucas Carroll (29), the home side - largely through the brilliant efforts of Paul Stockdale (5/23) and with support of Peter Jessop (3/18) - were dominant to bowl the home side out for 149 in the final over of the innings. It was a strong start, however, with the ball from the Panthers with the home side slumping to 2/29, but it mattered little as Dustin Peebles (46) and Sasindu Perera (63 not out) went to work, notching up a match-defining 89-run partnership for the third wicket. The Cobras eventually found the runs with six overs left to spare, and with seven wickets still left in the shed in what was a dominant allround performance. Down at Toomuc Reserve, a workmanlike Pakenham continues to chalk up wins, but Cardinia gave it their all in an interesting clash. The Lions didn't have it all their own way with the bat after winning the toss, with two early wickets putting the home side under the pump. But once more, Dale Tormey (73) was the man to steer the Lions, crunching his fifth score above 50 in a row, as 1000 runs draws

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Pakenham star Dale Tormey once again found plenty of runs with the bat. 203553 nearer with each innings. Terrific supporting acts from Chris Smith (36) and Ben Maroney (24) through the middle were also vital, with the home side reaching 7/191 off its 40 overs. The Bulls were well served by new-ball pair Matt Welsh (2/34) and Brayden Browne (2/49), who charged in all innings for their side.

It was a devastating start to the chase for the visitors, who quickly found themselves 4/32 and with its most dangerous batsmen back in the shed. But excellent cameos from Matt Welsh (47) and Travis Wheller (54) gave the Bulls a light flicker of hope, before a couple of key wickets from Tormey (2/38), as well as Jack Ryan (2/9) and Jason Williams (2/23) saw the visitors

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