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Tyler called out corruption years ago

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As the coronavirus crisis takes over with people panic buying, self-isolating and arguing over what’s right or wrong, the need for positivity becomes even more critical.

One family has taken it upon themselves to leave ‘positivity cards’ for people to find on the empty supermarket shelves.

“It is during these times that we need positivity. Anxieties are high and children are suffering anxiety as well,” project initiator Ann Toscano said.

“Although I am a statistic of those who are most at risk, paying it forward is extremely important to me and it’s an important lesson for both of my children.

“If you have the ability to help someone or make them smile, do it. That’s my motto.”

While the Covid-19 world makes optimism challenging, Ms Toscano and her two children Rikki, 11, and Tiana, 3, were out and about on Wednesday, delivering the cards to shops as

well as people’s doorsteps.

At the bottom of a positive message, the card reads: “Keep this card as a reminder of your importance and value in this world and smile with pride.”

Ms Toscano suffers from a suppressed immune system, meaning a simple cold could kill her on the best of days.

When she first heard about Covid-19 she made the decision to act quickly and assist those closest to her.

“We put together a box of essentials for my grandmother,” she said.

“I currently have an infection and cold, but I very well know that fear and panic quickly turns into aggression and thoughtless choices, so we took a 30 minute drive and left a box of goods at the door for her and her friends to use in such desperate time.”

Ms Toscano encourages others to do the same - do whatever you can to help your most vulnerable family members in a time like this.

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‘Corruption’ called out

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Casey's former CEO Mike Tyler called out a "corrupt" land deal involving developer John Woodman as early as a "hostile" 2013 meeting between the pair and council officers, an IBAC inquiry has heard.

Mr Tyler rejected Mr Woodman's overtures for the rezoning of a 200-hectare parcel of Cranbourne West industrial land to residential, former mayor Amanda Stapledon told the hearing on 17 March.

"He actually walked into the meeting quite hostile and I've never seen Mr Tyler like that before, and that meeting was cut very short."

Later that night, Mr Tyler told Ms Stapledon that the proposal "looked corrupt".

"I disagreed with that because I was actually holding that meeting with council officers and himself," Ms Stapledon said.

"I failed to see how that would be looking corrupt.

"I did reply and say that I didn't think that that was a fair statement and I think that was what ended the conversation soon after."

Ms Stapledon said it was "likely" that Mr Tyler and Mr Woodman clashed on other planning issues as well as what became known as Amendment C219.

"Mr Tyler definitely disliked Mr Woodman because of the issues that were involved."

Mr Tyler and Casey planning officers didn't treat Mr Woodman, his developer son Heath and certain other developers "fairly at times", she said.

Mr Woodman had never discussed getting rid of Mr Tyler to her but "he probably would have said he was happy about it, I would imagine".

There was "Bad blood" between Mr Tyler and councillors for two years up until his departure in early 2018, Ms Stapledon told the hearing.

Though once a "great supporter" of Mr Tyler, she backed Mr Tyler's departure due to "significant" and "unresolvable" matters.

She cited Mr Tyler's "antagonistic" behav-

Casey chief executive Mike Tyler, left, with Casey councillors and La Trobe MP Jason Wood at Bunjil Place's opening in 2017. iour, him no longer listening to councillors and a "great divide" between officers and councillors.

"As sad as I was about it, I felt that we were just - it was a battleground in the end."

Ms Stapledon also heard that there was efforts to protect officers from councillors bullying on planning matters.

In a phone tap in December 2018, she and then-councillor Sam Aziz spoke of "working behind the scenes" for Mr Tyler's departure.

Mr Aziz tells of how former mayor Geoff Ablett had acted like "he orchestrated the greatest coup in history when in reality, he would not have been able to do any it without our help".

"There were so many of us working behind the scenes to support him," Ms Stapledon tells Mr Aziz.

She was "no longer hurting" at Mr Ablett's characterisation of the episode, but "at one stage, I was devastated".

"No it's not worth it," Mr Aziz says. "You got the prize you wanted and that was ... the sweetest victory of all."

At the hearing, Ms Stapledon said the prize was the mayoralty - a contest against in which Mr Woodman intervened 2018.

"Mr Aziz was ... saying, 'Move on. You are mayor now. You can put that behind you.'

"There's absolutely no connection between Mr Tyler leaving and me becoming mayor."

She said she had been "hurt" by Mr Ablett's lobbying pitch for mayor.

"I wasn't looking for credit, just to be clear.

"When it came time for Mr Ablett to lobby for his next term as mayor, which would have been his fourth term, one of the things that he was promoting was the work that he single handedly did to get rid of Mr Tyler.

"I wouldn't like to say we got rid of him, because I still regret that we did not have an opportunity to give him the farewell that he truly deserved."

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Last year, the IBAC inquiry had heard phone taps of former mayor Geoff Ablett bragging to Mr Woodman of "nailing" Mr Tyler.

At the hearing, Mr Ablett denied that Mr Woodman instigated Mr Tyler's departure though "when he went he was happy about that".

Mr Ablett admitted having discussions with Mr Woodman about the issue.

"He did ask me about Mr Tyler and I did say, 'We're having talks to see if we can iron out some differences with Mr Tyler.'"

Mr Woodman had earlier told IBAC that he'd asked Mr Ablett to consider whether Mr Tyler's "time was up".

Crs Ablett and Aziz are being accused by IBAC of taking collectively $1.2 million from Mr Woodman in exchange for their support on planning decisions.

Mr Woodman had also donated to Ms Stapledon's state and local election campaigns.

Major build starts on Monash Freeway Construction on stage two of the $1.4 billion Monash Freeway upgrade has begun, with the centre median of the corridor to be transformed into a work site.

The project will keep traffic moving on the vital corridor and create 1000 local jobs during construction across the whole project. Start of construction was bolstered by an extra $367.5 million committed in September by the State and Federal Governments.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the upgrade, due to be completed in 2022, would ensure the Monash Freeway supported continued growth in traffic numbers in the expanding south east.

"We want to meet the huge demand for this corridor which is why beyond adding extra

lanes, we're improving links to the Monash," Mr McCormack said.

Federal Member for La Trobe Jason Wood said the project would deliver long-lasting benefits for the community.

"The project will add extra lane in either direction from Clyde Road to Cardinia Road and upgrade Beaconsfield Interchange, the extension of O'Shea Road in Berwick, which will facilitate the Minta City development, opening 10,000 new job opportunities which would greatly benefit residents in the south east," Mr Wood said.

Work is already underway on the freeway shoulder to maintain lane availability during construction, and temporary line marking will begin in the coming weeks.

Barriers are being installed along the freeway, which will be expanded from eight to ten lanes between Springvale Road and EastLink - with an extra outbound lane built between Warrigal Road and Springvale Road.

The freeway will also be expanded from four to six lanes between Clyde Road and Cardinia Road. Smart transport technology and new overhead gantries will be installed on the Monash, giving motorists live traffic information and better lane management during incidents to keep traffic flowing.

The project is jointly funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments, with the Australian Government committing $683.8 million and the Victorian Government committing the remainder.

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The status of Puffing Billy's services and upcoming events remain in the air.

Star News Group contacted the steam railway to ask whether the government's ban on non-essential organised events would affect the upcoming Puffing Billy Running Festival on Sunday 3 May. "Unfortunately, we are able unable to assist with a comment on this occasion," a Puffing Billy spokesperson said.

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The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the closure of the majority of upcoming events across the Cardinia shire.

Following the Federal Government's announcement that all "non-essential" gatherings of 500 people be stopped from Monday 16 March, the Pakenham Show was the first casualty.

Set to be held on Saturday 21 March, Pakenham Show president Geoff Young made the tough decision to call quits on the annual event.

"We have to be safe in having the show and the community's safety is in our best interest.

The wellbeing of our patrons is more important than the show," he said.

"It's unfortunate that this has happened but we will be back bigger and better next year."

Premier regional agricultural show Farm World, set to be held in late March, will also no longer go ahead.

The Yakkerboo Festival followed suit by announcing the cancellation of this year's event, slated to run on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April.

"It was quite difficult, we had been speaking about it for about a week but decided to cancel once we were aware of the government's advice," vice president Scott GriffithsHewitt said.

"We are all heartbroken but we were thinking of the community when we made that decision to cancel it.

"Emailing all our stallholders to advise them of the decision was quite hard. I know I was emailing stallholders and I had tears."

A special event dedicated at thanking emergency services for their work over the festive season will be postponed to a later date.

The 'Thank Your Emergency Services' race night, due to be held at the Pakenham Racing Club on Thursday 2 April, won't go ahead following Racing Victoria's closure of racecourse facilities.

"The health and safety of our emergency services, their families and the community is of top priority," organiser Brad Battin said.

"We look forward to making the event later in the year an even greater celebration of the never-ending sacrifice our emergency services make in all types of emergencies."

Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) has also announced that all programs, events and outreach services will be suspended for a period of time.

"Casey Cardinia Libraries want to reduce the risk of illness for our customers and community," CEO Chris Buckingham said.

"Public libraries play a vital role bringing people together and providing social connection. It is really important that people do not visit our libraries if they are feeling unwell."

Meanwhile, Gumbuya World has announced drastic changes by closing the majority of the park in a bid to help control visitor numbers and limit the spread of the virus.

Only the Wildlife Trail, which features more than 50 species of animals, will be kept open, meaning all water slides and amusement rides in Oasis Springs, Oz Adventure and Outback

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A two year wait for care

By Brendan Rees The daughter of an elderly man who faces a wait of up to two years to receive an urgent home care package says the health system is failing him.

Anton Krug, 81, of Cranbourne, struggles to do most tasks around the house after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease last December.

He relies on his daughter Christine Ritchie, 46, for support, who says apart from being able to prepare meals for himself, he “literally can’t do anything“.

“The shake in his arms are getting worse so that’s going to be a problem soon,” she explains.

“He can’t change his bed, he can’t do house cleaning, gardening, he can’t shower himself all those things”.

A council support worker visits him during the week to help him shower but Ms Ritchie says it’s not enough.

In February, Mr Krug had a face-to-face assessment with a health worker, and was approved a level-four home-care package — the highest level of need; but has been told he faces a wait of up to 24 months.

A home-care package is a Federal Government funded service that assesses people to receive affordable care services to remain at home for as long as possible, rather than having to move into nursing homes.

The Federal Government says wait times for individuals assessed as high priority are “significantly faster” to ensure access to care for those that need it most.

But Ms Ritchie described the two-year wait as “ridiculous” and called on authorities to address the issue.

“He has had quite a few falls lately and I don’t feel it is safe for him to go back home,” she says, after Mr Krug collapsed in December

Christine Ritchie with her elderly father Anton Krug, who faces a wait of up to two years to receive a home-care package. 205294 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS and was admitted to rehabilitation.

To make matters worse, Mr Krug is the carer of his 42-year-old son, who also has Parkinson’s disease and is wheel-chair bound.

Fortunately, his son, who lives with Mr Krug, does get some support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

A spokesperson for the Federal Aged Care Minister Richard Colbeck said people assessed as a high priority can access interim packages, with wait times for people seeking level three and four packages, reduced to a few months.

“The Government is continuing to increase investment in home care to address the de-

mand with $2.7 billion in additional investment made since the 2018-19 Budget, including 10,000 home care packages announced in November 2019,” the spokesperson said.

“People who are yet to be assigned a home care package are, in the vast majority of cases, approved to access services through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme”.

Leading Age Services Australia (LASA) CEO Sean Rooney said he was “deeply concerned” about the situation facing Mr Krug and thousands of older Australians in need.

“LASA has consistently asked the Federal Government to establish a plan to reduce the

home care package wait to a maximum of three months. We believe that would require an additional investment of $500 million a year, over three years,” Mr Rooney said.

“There is also a lot that the Government could do to address unmet demand at little cost to the budget bottom line, including promoting and enhancing the Pension Loans Scheme and giving higher priority to those with no means to pay for services privately.

“It is appalling that more than 112,000 older Australians are waiting for a home care package at their approved level”.

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Thumbs up To the extraordinary act of kindness yesterday at the local supermarket.

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MPs coronavirus call for calm

By La Trobe MP Jason Wood Australia is a self-sufficient nation. That is why panic buying and rushing our supermarket shelves are unwarranted and unnecessary. We have enough for everyone, and we are not going to run out of food.

We need to take reasonable steps to protect fellow Australians from spread of coronavirus, so can I request everyone to look after the elderly as they are the most susceptible to falling ill.

We need to work together to help stop the spread of coronavirus disease (Covid-19).

To protect people most at risk and slow the rate of community transmission: Non-essential organised gatherings should be kept to fewer than 500 people Non-essential meetings or conferences of health care professionals and emergency services should be limited Reconsider if you need to visit residential aged care facilities and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

From midnight Sunday 15 March, all travellers coming into Australia will be required to self-isolate for 14 days.

Social distancing is important because Covid-19 is most likely to spread from person-toperson.

Social distancing includes ways to stop or slow the spread of infectious diseases.

It means less contact between you and other people, through: Direct close contact with a person while they are infectious or in the 24 hours before their symptoms appeared Close contact with a person with a confirmed infection who coughs or sneezes, or Touching objects or surfaces (such as door handles or tables) contaminated from a cough or sneeze from a person with a confirmed infection, and then touching your mouth or face.

So, the more space between you and others, the harder it is for the virus to spread.

If you are sick, stay away from others - that is the most important thing you can do.

You should also practise good hand and sneeze/cough hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, before and after eating, and after going to the toilet.

Cover your cough and sneeze, dispose of tissues, and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser.

And, if unwell, avoid contact with others (stay more than 1.5 metres from people).

As well as these, you can start a range of social distancing and low cost hygiene actions now.

These simple, common sense actions help reduce risk to you and to others. They will help to slow the spread of disease in the community - and you can use them every day - in your home, workplace, school and while out in public.

Avoid handshaking and kissing.

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Increase ventilation in the home by opening windows or adjusting air conditioning.

Visit shops sparingly and buy more goods and services online.

Consider whether outings and travel, both individual and family, are sensible and necessary.

In households where people are ill (in addition to the measures above): Care for the sick person in a single room if possible.

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Both the sick person and the people caring for them should wear a surgical mask when they are in the same room.

Protect other vulnerable family members, such as people over 65 years or people with a chronic illness, including, if practicable, finding alternative accommodation.

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Park to be named for Mick Morland Casey Council has approved a recommendation to name a reserve in Clyde North the ‘Mick Morland Reserve’ to honour former Casey mayor Mick Morland.

The reserve, which is located at 336i Grices Road, within the Edrington Ward which Mick Morland served as councillor for six terms since he was first elected in 1992, will be developed into a district level AFL/cricket and netball facility.

It will include one oval, two netball courts, a multipurpose community pavilion, cricket nets, a car park, a playground, shared paths, landscaping and public art.

Casey Council manager of city and asset planning, Keri New, said the reserve will provide a new community hub that celebrates Mr Morland’s support of sporting clubs, community, and nature conservation.

“The site is in the Kilora Park Estate, a new residential area within Clyde North, one of Australia’s fastest growing suburbs. The new recreation reserve will provide much needed recreation space, facilities and participation opportunities for the new community to be active and connected,” she said.

“The reserve forms part of the council endorsed ‘Mick Morland Legacy Link’, connecting the new community centre, recreation reserve and Cardinia Creek, an important recreation, conservation, and ecologically significant site.

“A suite of design installations are planned and council officers are consulting relevant parties and progressing the design of these elements.

“The new reserve is ideal to be named in honour of Mick Morland and to acknowledge his significant role.”

Council will give public notice of its intention to name the site ‘Mick Morland Reserve’ to invite submissions and will also request the registrar of Geographic Names to endorse council’s resolution.

The Morland family have provided support for the ‘Mick Morland Legacy Link’ including naming the site ‘Mick Morland Reserve’.

The announcement comes after Casey Council decided not to proceed with a proposal last year to rename Pioneers Park in Berwick as Mick Morland Reserve following a consultation period with the community who strongly supported retaining the current name.

Hundreds farewelled the popular mayor, who died aged 67, when he was struck by a car on 24

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A Clyde North reserve will pay tribute to the late Casey mayor Mick Morland. 146711 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS June 2017 while on his regular evening walk.

The project for the reserve is included in council’s 2019-20 capital works program and is

outlined in the Clyde North Precinct Structure Plan and Council’s Leisure Facilities Development Plan.

Wildlife sanctuary bags another award Moonlit Sanctuary has once again shone at the Australian Tourism awards.

The Pearcedale wildlife sanctuary was thrilled to take out the bronze award in the Ecotourism category at the Australian Tourism Awards in Canberra on Friday 6 March.

“As a privately-owned Sanctuary, our aim is to grow awareness of the work we do towards conservation and endangered species recovery,” Michael Johnson, founder and director of Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, said.

“We were particularly pleased to receive such a high level of recognition for ecotourism as this category reflects our values.”

Mr Johnson added: “Our priority is to always give our visitors an excellent and meaningful experience and it is an immense honour to have our efforts recognised”.

For 35 years the Australian Tourism Awards have showcased and recognised the countries’ leaders in tourism excellence.

They are the tourism industry’s peak awards and encourage businesses to meet and strive to exceed industry standards.

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Pearcedale’s Moonlit Sanctuary has won another tourism award.

For several years, Moonlit has won diverse prizes and accreditations for both tourism and conservation sectors including the Premier’s Sustainability Award.

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The gold award-winner in the ecotourism was Margaret Island Walk in Tasmania with silver going to Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort in Queensland.

At 15, Ashley Lucey-Jannert is one step away from making her dreams come true.

The Narre Warren South resident is thrilled to have been announced as a Victorian finalist for Miss Teen Australia 2020 and would love nothing more than to bring the winning sash home.

"It's such an exciting journey that includes helping others while learning more about ourselves," she says.

Since taking up dancing at the age of four, Ashley has featured as a dancer and vocalist of the Victorian State Schools Spectacular since 2013, which is aired on Channel 7 each year as well as winning an array of awards in singing, dancing and acting.

She's also performed in a number of City of Casey events for the past 10 years and starred in films, television commercials and voice-overs.

But this year's pageant is more than just the glitz and glamour.

Ashley, a year 10 Narre Warren South P-12 College student, is campaigning for support and awareness of endangered species across the globe through 'The Ellen Fund'.

"I am always watching documentaries with my mum, particularly wildlife episodes," Ashley explains.

"Learning that gorillas are one of the most endangered species on Earth is quite sad and I would love to support this cause in the hope of increasing the population of gorillas in Rwanda as well as sustaining their habitat for future generations".

Ashley has been busy raising funds through her online page, which has gathered $863 and she hopes more can jump on board and donate.

"I would also welcome any local business partnerships for the pageant itself in September," she says.

Ella Bache Fountain Gate have offered her a spray tan and nails while Barry Plant Real Estate in Narre Warren has donated $500 to her fundraising page.

"I'd secretly love lipstick to help with some gorgeous shoes and I am obsessed with Rockwear fashion," she says.

Her charity work is one of the categories Ashley will be judged on, together with decorum, Q and A's, fashion, and other challenges leading up to pageant final on 24 September at the Beau Monde International in Doncaster East.

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$30m for Casey hospital An extra 140 hospital beds will open as part of a $30 million State Government announcement for a new inpatient tower at Casey Hospital to deal with the coronavirus pandemic.

Built as part of a $135 million redevelopment, the new inpatient tower includes an additional 128 beds, and a 12-bed Intensive Care Unit, which will help take some of the strain off the major tertiary hospitals as demand increases. It's understood the beds will be available in the next two to three weeks.

It comes as the State Government announced a new $100 million COVID-19 response package designed to boost capacity in the health system in preparation for the pandemic peak.

More than $60 million will be made available to both public and private hospitals to undertake additional surgery such as thyroid, prostate, hernia or gynaecological surgeries so they can be done before the predicted peak of the pandemic places further strain on the hospital system.

Emergency surgeries will continue to be performed and it's likely that procedures in less urgent categories will have to be postponed.

More than 7,000 Victorians will be fasttracked for elective surgery in the next few weeks, in the next step of Victoria's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Premier Daniel Andrews said the move would help avoid longer waiting times and ensure additional capacity in the hospital system.

"We know that when the COVID-19 pandemic reaches its peak our hospitals are going to be busier than ever, so it makes sense to get as many patients as possible in for elective surgery now, while we still can," he said.

Minister for Health Jenny Mikakos said: "Our hospitals have been planning for this pandemic to ensure they have the capacity to

The State Government has announced $30 million for a new inpatient tower at Casey Hospital. deal with an influx of patients with COVID-19 and ensure the continued safety of staff."

The State Government will also spend $10 million to boost personal protective equipment supplies in Victoria - including 100 million gloves, 10 million masks and 1.5 million gowns to ensure health workers have the necessary resources to do their jobs.

A State of Emergency has also been declared in Victoria to combat COVID-19 and help to provide the Chief Health Officer with the powers he needs to enforce 14-day isola-

tion requirements for all travellers entering Australia and cancel mass gatherings of more than 500 people, The State of Emergency began on Monday 16 March at midday and will be in force for the next four weeks to assist with measures designed to 'flatten the curve' of COVID-19 and give our health system the best chance of managing the virus.

Victorian health authorities reported the number of coronavirus cases in Victoria stood at 71.

The new cases include six men and two women with ages ranging from their teens to 60s.

One is a student - a known contact of case 17, a teacher from Carey Grammar. The student was not at school during their infectious period. The school will remain closed until the holidays.

For more information visit dhhs.vic.gov. au/novelcoronavirus or call the Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398 for advice if you are displaying symptoms.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Plummeting petrol prices have delivered a welcome respite for motoroists with the average Victorian saving up to $50 a month on their fuel bill.

It comes as world crude oil prices take a tumble as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.

The drop in oil demand, and subsequent oversupply, has seen the wholesale price of petrol in Australia fall to its lowest level since February last year, according to RACV senior vehicle engineer Nicholas Platt.

Mt Platt said RACV's data showed it was the "largest continual price reduction phase" that RACV had ever recorded.

"This fall has led to an unlikely benefit for motorists with the average price of unleaded petrol in Berwick and surrounding suburbs currently selling for just under $1.20 per litre, the lowest price so far this year," Mr Platt said.

"RACV doesn't expect the prices to suddenly skyrocket so the best way for Victorian motorists to make sure they're getting the cheapest petrol price is to use a comparison app or website, like the RACV fuel finder.

"If prices are high in your area, RACV recommends topping up and waiting for them to fall before filling up."

On Friday 13 March, unleaded fuel prices were as low as 115.9 cents per litre in Cranbourne and 117.9 cents per litre in Berwick, according to the Petrol Spy website.

Commsec chief economist Craig James said the lower prices were good news for Australians with the monthly fuel bill having already fallen by $30 over the last six weeks.

"A $50 fall in the monthly fuel bill equates to a quarter of a percent fall for a $350,000 mortgage," he said.

"Filling up the car with petrol is the single biggest weekly purchase for most households," Mr James said.

"Many home buyers have responded to recent rate cuts by electing to pay down debt at a faster rate rather than use savings to engage in retail therapy".

Mr James explained the coronavirus had led to a reduction of air travel and therefore

A Caltex service station on Clyde Road, Berwick advertises unleaded fuel at 117.9 cents per litre. 206438 reduced demand for oil products like gasoline and aviation fuel.

"Falling prices at the already low level of interest rates would make it challenging for central banks. In this environment the onus falls on governments to inject stimulus," he said.

Mr James added the last time oil prices were trading around the current levels was four years ago in late February 2016.

According to independent price monitor, MotorMouth, the average unleaded petrol prices across Casey on 13 March were 117.5 to 119.5 cents a litre. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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By Brendan Rees As the outbreak of coronavirus spreads, a cafe owner in Berwick says he and other neighbouring businesses are feeling the impact.

Mush Rahaman, the owner of La Baguette cafe in Berwick Village, said he was losing money fast and has had to cut back staff hours.

Compared to this time last year, his sales had dropped 20 to 30 per cent.

“Right now we’re losing money,” Mr Rahaman said. “Everyone is trying to do their best on their own.“ “We do not know how long we will survive,“ he said, adding buisnesses had been hanging ’we are closed signs’ on their doors “everyday“.

Mr Rahaman, a father of two, who has been running his popular cafe for the past two-andhalf years, said despite the outbreak pushing customers away he was trying to remain positive.

In an effort to boost trade, Mr Rahaman has made an impassioned plea on the La Baguette cafe Facebook page urging people to support their local business, saying: “It is a time for togetherness, love and support”.

“It is a crucial time for all of us. We are all scared of the recent pandemic of coronavirus,” he wrote in the Facebook post.

“Soon the virus will be a history and we will all go back to our normal life, but you may not find your favourite places.

“Every business within our local community is very dedicated and doing their very best to satisfy our customer experience,” the post said.

“Their families will be struggling,” he said.

“I haven’t had a day off for the last few weeks, but that’s the way it is.“ He said people choosing to stay home “is not really helping anyone of us”.

On 12 March, the Federal Government announced a $17 billion stimulus package, providing vital support to keep businesses afloat in the wake of the damaging effects of coronavirus.

Tax-free payments for small to medium sized businesses will help ease the cash flow hardship many businesses are facing and help them to pay bills, pay staff and stay afloat.

Businesses with a turnover of less than $50 million will be eligible for a tax-free payment up to $25,000 to help strengthen cash flows.

Casual workers unable to attend work due to coronavirus will be eligible to apply for the Government’s sickness payment. In addition, a $750 stimulus payment will be available to families receiving family tax benefits, people on Newstart and pensioners.

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Safe dental treatment Cardinia Dental has been doing a good job protecting patients from the potential spread of the Coronavirus via state-of-the-art infection control practices.

“The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including masks, gloves, protective eyewear and gowns has led to better protection for our staff and patients," said Dr Tony Coulepis.

“Our use of disinfectants, up-to-date sterilisation practices, dedicated hand washing, and one-time-use disposable materials have all helped facilitate safe dental visits for our patients. All of these practices have been the backbone of Cardinia Dental’s standard operating procedures.“ Mr Coulepis said many patients were probably wondering if it is okay to have dental treatment in light of Coronavirus concerns?

“Absolutely and here are the reasons why,“ Mr Coulepis said.

“Ever since the AIDS virus was isolated, all dental practices follow Work Health and Safety (incorporating Guidelines, Risk Management Steps and Guide to Legislation) of 'Universal Precautions’. This means every patient is treated as if they are infected with any and all pathogens. Masks and gloves are changed. Frequently handled hard surfaces are either covered with clean plastic wraps or are wiped with bactericidal sprays or wipes. All instruments are sterilised via pressurised heat.

“Dentists and staff are the ones who go out of their way at the practice to protect themselves from this virus, as well as the common flu, which kills thousands every year and has a much higher fatality rate (currently) than the Coronavirus.“ Mr Coulepis said patients with fever, cough, difficulty breathing and who have travelled to

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ed dental treatment will only result in more serious and more expensive dental treatment in the not-to-distant future,“ Mr Coulepis said.

Cardinia Dental is at 41 Main Street, Pakenham. Phone 5941 2993.

Tips for an immune boost Dietitian and Founder of The Australian Superfood Co, Hayley Blieden shares her tips to boost immunity.

1. Eat the rainbow - a diet high in fruits and vegetables is the best boost to the body. Also avoid processed foods 2. Exercise regularly - even if you are feeling sick, slow movement is better than none at all 3. Stay hydrated - Ensuring you are drinking adequate amounts of water enables your body to stay hydrated and can aid in flushing out toxins 4. Get adequate sleep - this is the time your body reboots 5. Meditate - enabling your mind to slow down, reduces the stress on your nervous system and enables your body to function at its optimum 6. Wash your hands - coughing in to your shoulder or elbow, sneezing in to a tissue and regularly washing your hands for a min-

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New rehab service With a goal of expanding services and increasing accessibility for the community, St John of God is pleased to announce a new Outpatient Rehabilitation Service located in Stephenson House at Gibb St, Berwick.

The new service will deliver both one-toone and group therapy programs, providing patients direct access to a range of rehabilitation professionals including: Rehabilitation Physicians Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Exercise Physiologists Dietitians “It’s very exciting for us to launch this much needed new outpatient rehabilitation service for the wider Berwick community,” said Ashley Lewis, Physiotherapy Manager of the new Berwick Outpatient Rehabilitation Service.

“Getting access to outpatient rehabilitation services can be difficult for patients without having to travel closer to Melbourne, so we’re proud to be able to offer these services directly within the local community,” Ashley explained.

The new outpatient rehabilitation services are suitable for patients following discharge from hospital as well as patients living in the community or at home that require ongoing rehabilitation support for injury or illness.

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Well setup for both agistment and trainers, the property offers great potential for a return on investment, not to mention there’s still plenty of room for the family and in-laws too.

The quality built, handmade clinker brick family home was recently updated throughout and offers views out every window.

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The home is well appointed and perfectly setup for one large family, the in-laws and even the possiblity to earn an income from by renting out the unit.

It is located approximately 15 minutes from Pakenham Racecourse, 1 hour from Flemington Racecourse and 30 minutes from Cranbourne Racecourse.

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• Superb Corner site, with excellent exposure • Long Term tenant with new 4-year lease commenced Feb 2020 • Current income $46,800 PA, Ex GST & outgoings • Building Area 410sqm (approx.)

• Zoned industrial 1 • Onsite parking • Add a little colour to your investment Auction Friday March 27th at 11:00am

AUCTION

• Excellent Long-term tenant, with a proven history • Secure lease to July 2022, Further option 1x2 years • Current Income $51,648 PA Ex GST and outgoings • Building area 503sqm (approx.)

• Onsite parking Auction Friday March 27th at 11:00am

6/22 BATE CLOSE, PAKENHAM • • • • • • • •

A well layed investment Proven tenant with long term history Leased to July 2022 plus one further term of 2 years Current income $33,750 PA Ex GST & outgoings Building Area 451sqm (approx.)

Zoned industrial 1 Onsite parking Close to major arterials and town centre

Auction Friday March 27th at 1:00pm

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

Todd McKenna 0418 391 182

Serdar Ozcetin 0438 837 084

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CONTEMPORARY DESIGN / TIMELESS LIVING A collection of 3 & 4 bedroom residences situated in a private enclave in the heart of Berwick Village still remain. With completion of the development due in coming months, a selection of uniquely crafted residences developed by award-winning Pask Group and designed by DKO Architects, will be ready to occupy shortly.

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1081 DARNUM AllAMbEE ROAD ClOVERlEA Just stunning is the word for these views! Framed through windows from kitchen, lounge, dining room, meals area & the master bd, a true delight you just can’t tire of. The 6.5 acre property at Cloverlea offers livestock paddocks, gardens & wide open space. There is an orchard, 40’x25’ lock up shed, dbl garage, dog run/chook pen & a paved outdoor entertaining area. The bv home comprises of 3 bedrooms + study, 2 bthroom, 2 living rooms & many extras including ducted vacuum, security blinds, vaulted ceilings & just a great layout. $750,000-$785,000 Internet ID: 21903612 View property and more details at www.sej.com.au

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MEET THE CROFT, CIRCA 1925 SEAMLESSLY blending the character and charm of the Californian era, with the highest class of finish available today, this impeccable family home represents a rare opportunity for those seeking to live in a coveted location.

The home is walking distance to the town centre, numerous parks and schooling options, at the end of a highly regarded street surrounded by period homes.

Thoughtfully renovated and extended in 2018, the home has four well sized bedrooms, the upstairs main with ensuite, dressing room and walk-in robe and balcony.

There are both formal and informal living areas for harmonious family living, a well

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The designer kitchen has dual Asko ovens, stone benches and an enormous butler's pantry and an additional formal living zone leading to its own outdoor entertaining area and the secure, remote double garage.

Outside there is a large outdoor area located off the central living area, the focal point of the home, which provides for relaxed year round entertaining. The home is set amongst Tim Cannon designed landscaped gardens, ever changing in colour throughout the seasons.

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1 Bowen Street, Warragul, VIC 3820 Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: Price on application Inspect: View Saturday 21 March, 11am - 11.30 am Contact: Jason Lee or Kim Durrand, HARCOURTS WARRAGUL 5622 3333

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Inclusions • Vinyl wrap kitchen with stone benchtops • Stainless steel electric oven • Stainless steel gas hot plates • Stainless steel range hood • Ducted heating • Ceramic floor and wall tiles as per floor plans from builders range • Carpet to remaining areas from builders range • Stainless steel sink and flick mixer to kitchen • Chrome mixer tops from builders range • Mirrors with polished edge to bathroom • Exhaust fans to bathrooms • Roller door to garage • Flush panel internal doors

• Internal door handles • 50mm Scotia cornice throughout • White glo tub to laundry • Weathertough acrylic to all exterior • Sewer power, drainage, gas and water connections as per plans • Outdoor water taps • Electrical fittings as per plan layouts • Smoke alarm • Aluminium sliding windows and doors as per plans • Termite protection • Colorbond/concrete roof tiles • E-Screens to front and living areas – Holland blinds to all others (house specific)

Includes • 5kw Split System Air Conditioner • Dishwasher • Remote Control Garage

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Whether you’re looking to downsize and keep the caravan or boat, a first home buyer looking to enter the market or savvy investor, this development has a little something for everyone. Located in an established part of Pakenham, opposite parklands and open space, the fresh air and neighbourhood vibes will have you feeling at home in no time! With close access to all the amenities such as shopping, schools, restaurants and more throughout Pakenham and surrounding towns, you’ll have everything you need.

With easy access to the M1.

2 bedroom townhouses $369,000–399,000.

3 bedroom townhouses $409,000–$449,000.

First Home Owner Grant $10,000 (to eligible applicants)

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55 Bellbird Close

$1,450,000 - $1,550,000

WHY NOT LIVE THE LIFESTYLE ON 6 ACRES? It’s got the lot, this prime lifestyle parcel within minutes of Suburbia while providing you with all the benefits of small acreage. Situated on a bitumen road with mains water is this 45 square URL family home that enjoys wide verandahs, large living spaces, kitchen with modern stone benches & timber cupboards, 4 great sized bedrooms all with ample robe space, FES to main. There’s lots more – large rear alfresco area, solar heated, self cleaning IG Pool, 60 X 40 high clearance shed, 30 X 20 shed, double garage, solar power system, tank water, animal shelter, ideal hardstand area for any vehicle, float or just the kid’s cars.

It’s ready to be enjoyed by the new owners. Opportunity, location and privacy all in one package.

7 Norma Crescent

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$530,000 - $580,000

PURE LUXURY & CLASS Modern, stylish & absolutely pristine is this beautiful home. Located in the Arcadia Estate the home has 3 bedrooms, open plan living & dual bathrooms, master bedroom with full ensuite & walk in robe. Highly appointed kitchen with walk in pantry, dishwasher & stainless steel appliances. Light filled family room with ducted heating & split system cooling. Second & third bedrooms are generous in size. Formal lounge with cooling to the front of the home. The pergola offers excellent indoor/outdoor living. Private yard, garden shed, 350m2 block & in Officer’s Premier Estate. Walking distance to Bridgewood Primary, Officer Secondary, transport & Club Officer! Just move in and relax, the hard work has been done!!

Inspect Saturday 21st March 12:00 - 12:30pm

Pakenham

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5 Willowbank Pocket

LAKESIDE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY A super location that allows easy access to sporting facilities, off the leash dog park, Lakeside Shops and Restaurants makes this a very attractive proposition. The home consists three good sized bedrooms, master with full ensuite and walk in robe, two living areas – formal lounge, large open family room incl. feature bay window and access to alfresco area at the rear. Low maintenance yard, garden shed and rear access off the double garage. Currently tenanted and ideal investment and better than Bank Interest – Now is the time to buy!!

Pakenham

1/11 Henty Street

$469,500

ABSOLUTE QUALITY - BRAND NEW - CLOSE TO TOWN! Recently completed is this beautiful three bedroom townhouse with three bedrooms - master bedroom with walk in robe and full ensuite plus double garage. Private courtyard perfect for entertaining, open plan living zone with a quality list of inclusions – stone benchtops, ducted heating, air conditioning, Technika cooking appliances, gas hot water service, water tank plus double glazed windows. Walking distance to Pakenham CBD, Marketplace, Transport Hub and Supermarkets! You won’t find a better quality Townhouse, don’t delay make the move today!!

Inspect Saturday 21st March 11:00 - 11:30 am

Derrick Brown 0418 317 096

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Local footy is postponed

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The start of the AFL Outer East season has been delayed. 198313

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Following the latest developments in the Covid-19 pandemic, it appears there will be no community football played throughout the region until at least June.

The AFL announced on Tuesday afternoon that "all AFL and AFL State association managed or operated leagues, along with the NAB AFL Auskick Centres programs currently operating or set to begin, will be postponed until 31st May 2020.

"The AFL is also strongly recommending that independently governed junior and senior leagues and associations postpone the commencement and/or operation of their leagues/associations until the same date.

"This decision and recommendation covers AFL community matches, AFL community training sessions and face to face AFL, WAFC and SANFL education courses."

AFL Outer East also provided its own statement, informing its clubs, players, and members that its season would be postponed until 31 May. All AFL Outer East events have been suspended, effective immediately - likewise all club events, such as practice matches, training sessions, events or functions.

But the AFL Outer East statement added: "Rest assured, we are committed to holding football and netball competitions in season 2020. Given the unique nature of the situation, we will investigate all possibilities in providing this to our clubs and community.

"The current environment is an ever-evolving one and we ask that all AFL Outer East participants, members and stakeholders stay calm and know that their health and safety is at the forefront of every decision."

AFL Outer East region general manager Aaron Bailey told the Star News that right now the focus is on the health and wellbeing of the community, and that when the time comes to get back to business, they're committed to ensuring a season can get underway.

"The priority is the safety and wellbeing of the community, and I think football is secondary to that at this time," he said.

"We're really pleased it's a statewide approach - it gives everyone the chance to breathe a bit and spend time with family and focus on their own wellbeing in the shortterm, and then it'll give us some time to put some steps in place moving forward.

"We'll hopefully get football and netball back up and running in that June period."

With the Outer East competitions getting underway a little bit later than most community football and netball leagues across Victoria - with the season not scheduled to finish until AFL Grand Final eve - Bailey said there was a range of options to explore in order to get plenty of football and netball action in

2020.

"It's early days in regards to what happens after 31 May, but we're really open to exploring every avenue in regards to getting football and netball up and running," he said.

"It's so important for our community that we get a season in, whatever shape or form, so everything's on the table.

"After we give everyone a break and focus on just getting through this, we'll engage with our stakeholders, which is our clubs, and see what that looks like.

"Our belief is with the nature of where our grand finals sit, we have an opportunity to get all the season or most of the season out, but it's an unprecedented time.

"It's ever changing by the minute, and while I'm hopeful we'll back on the 31st of May, I'm considerate of the fact that we're just not sure what's going to happen.

"We want to get football and netball played in the 2020 season - we're steadfast in that."

Later on Tuesday night AFL Gippsland made its own statement, which differed slightly from the AFL Victoria stance.

"The AFL has released a statement to all AFL and AFL State associations managed or operated leagues and NAB AFL Auskick Centres programs and have advised a postponement of all activities until 31 May 2020," the AFL Gippsland statement read.

"After extensive discussion with AFL Gippsland league presidents, club presidents, and AFL Gippsland League managers, the following will be implemented: "All Senior leagues operating in AFL Gippsland: Season will not commence before Saturday 2nd May 2020, with this date to be reviewed on or before 12th April All junior leagues operating in AFL Gippsland: Season will not commence before Saturday 2nd May 2020 with this date to be reviewed on or before 12th April All Auskick Centres operating in AFL Gippsland: Season will not commence before Saturday 31st May 2020 with this date to be reviewed on or before 12th May "For senior and junior leagues, this includes all practice matches and scheduled home and away games. It is our strongest advice that this also include any scheduled training sessions."

AFL South East, too, made its own statement, saying: "AFL South East, consistent with advice handed down from the AFL, has made the informed decision to delay the start of all football and netball competitions and programs and programs under its governance until after June 1."

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By Nick Creely and Tyler Lewis DDCA TURF 2 AND 3 REVIEW - GRAND FINALS Dingley will return to the top flight of the Dandenong District Cricket Association after bringing home the Turf 2 title early on Sunday evening.

The Dingoes won the toss and elected to bat against the Parkmore Pirates, hoping to replicate their semi-final heroics from the week prior against Beaconsfield.

After the first wicket fell with 12 on the Lois Twohig Reserve scoreboard, Luke Spears strode the crease; fresh off a scintillating 151, and there was an immense target on his back.

And just three balls into his innings he chipped one back to Niranjen Kumar without troubling the scorers and the Pirates weren't short of enthusiasm in the middle.

But the cool and experienced heads of Matt Hague (53), Corey Booth (69) and Calvin Barlow (79) pushed the Dingley total to 263 from its 80 overs, a total in the big dance worth more than its number figure.

Amal Athulathmudali toiled away all day, bowling 30 overs for 4/111.

In reply, Parkmore was desperate for a steady start, but it didn't go to plan early, losing Ammar Bajwa (six) inside the opening handful of overs.

Parkmore fought hard through the middle overs, and at 1/97 looked capable of accomplishing the unthinkable.

Starts from Bevan Corneille (38), Aditya Ganesh (45) and Athulathmudali (50) had the Pirates inch closer and closer to the final phase of the season.

With just 15 balls remaining, fingernails around the North Dandenong ground were on their last millimetres as the Pirates needed 23 runs with three wickets in the shed.

But none of the set batsmen were able to

Christo Otto sends one down in the Turf 2 grand final. 206260 kick on for a big knock to secure the match as Milan Rathnayaka cleaned up the tail.

The Sri Lankan quick, with ice in his veins, concluded the innings in style, shattering the stumps of Bradley Vantwest and Ashwin Nash in successive balls.

Rathnayaka finished with grand final figures of 6/84 from 16 overs.

The Pirates fell agonisingly short of premiership glory, being bowled out for 256 in the final over. While the Parkmore XI would be feeling bitter disappointment, the chase was an enormous achievement despite falling short.

For the Dingoes, they will return to the topflight - Turf 1 - after just two years in Turf 2,

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with the club based out of Souter Oval enjoying a strong couple of seasons in the first XI. Dingley's Turf 2 premiership XI in season 2019/20: Matt Hague, Tom Morecroft, Luke Spears, Corey Booth, Calvin Barlow, Christo Otto, Milan Rathnayaka, Flynn McGaw, Marc King, Dyllan Andrews, and captain Damien Jordan.

In Turf 3, meanwhile, cool heads and some much-needed experience delivered Parkfield premiership glory against a brave Silverton at Keysborough.

After being sent in on day one in a clash that didn't let up in intensity, the Bakers clawed their way to 141 from 58.4 overs, with Jesse McCarthy (48) playing a fine hand to steer the

ship on a pitch that certainly didn't assist the batters.

An equally impressive 34 from Adam Welcome was certainly vital as the Bakers pushed on from a tricky spot in the middle order to be another key cog in the competitive total.

But for Parkfield, Nico Jefferey (7/30) once again shone in a memorable finals series after claiming 6/25 in the semi-final against Springvale, proving almost unplayable to be the overriding star of the contest, while Matt Goodier (3/39) was a vital foil for Jefferey with another assured display with the ball.

At one point on day two, the Parkfield side - the benchmark Turf 3 side of the season looked in a spot of bother with the Bakers relishing their underdog tag, but eventually, at six wickets down, the Parkers lifted to another gear.

The top side all season - which bats deep enough to steer its way out of trouble - was led brilliantly by skipper Steve Cannon (33 not out) and Wayne Perera (22 not out) who combined for the most important partnership of the season.

With each run so vitally important to the end result, the pair guided the Parkers to a glorious flag with four wickets still left in the shed, meaning the club will now enter the second tier of the DDCA. Premiers across the grades: Turf 1 Reserves: Narre South Turf 2 Reserves: Dingley Turf 3 Reserves: Parkfield Turf 4: Doveton Turf 5: Doveton North Turf 6: Berwick Springs A Grade: Springvale B Grade: Cranbourne C Grade: Victorian Vikings D Grade: Dandenong West

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The Demons’ sights are set on a bright future ahead

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IN what sport did Australia win its first medal in Rio in 2016?

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WHICH Australian won both the men’s doubles and mixed doubles at Wimbledon in 1991?

what makes a team successful at any level,” he said.

“One of them is, I think that you need a really good culture.

“You need to be pretty talented, you have to be able to play the game, you need to be fit and healthy as a group and last, this one’s always a bit controversial but I truly believe it, you need some luck.

“If you have those four things and they go your way you’re in with a shot. It doesn’t always work out but it at least gives you a shot.”

The Demons also recently announced their team captains. Karli Foster will take the Championship captain reins alone this season after co-captaining with Emma Ryde last year.

She was an integral part of the Championship sides’ runner-up finish in the Victorian Netball League last year, leading the defensive outfit and performing well during finals.

Erin Bell was announced as the Championship side’s vice captain. She was another vital part of the club’s success last year, hosting the GA bib towards the end of the season and directing traffic in attack.

In the club’s Division 1 side, Brittany Mashado will captain alongside vice captain Taylor Dykstra.

Tahlia Coates (captain) and Olivia Hamilton (vice captain) will lead the Demons’ 19-andunder side.

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FOR which prized international trophy did Australia first compete in 1962?

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WHO was the first Aussie boxer to win the British Welterweight title?

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WHICH Aussie’s autobiography was called ‘The Golden Mile’?

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AGAINST which boxer did Jeff Fenech fight a controversial draw in 1991?

10. WHICH Aussie swimming great bears the same surname as a former Prime Minister?

11. AFTER Ricky Ponting, who has scored the most runs in Test cricket for Australia?

12. WHICH Kiwi runner shattered the world one mile record in 1976?

13. WHICH swimmer represented both Australia and Canada?

14. IN which sport did Joe Meissner win a world title for Australia in 1972?

15. AN Australian golfer won the New Zealand Open title nine times. Who was he?

16. WHO was the only Aussie cricketer to score a century in both his debut Test and his final Test innings?

17. WHICH Australian Olympic swimming champion was born in Britain?

18. ONLY one Australian competed at the 1896 Olympics. Who was he?

19. WHAT sport was formerly known as women’s basketball?

20. WHICH popular American won the 1995 Australian Open tennis title?

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ANSWERS: 1. Tim Paine 2. Archery 3. John Fitzgerald 4. Light Fingers 5. Yes 6. The America’s Cup 7. George Barnes 8. Herb Elliott 9. Azumah Nelson 10. Dawn Fraser 11. Allan Border 12. John Walker 13. Steve Badger 14. Karate 15. Peter Thomson 16. Greg Chappell 17. Murray Rose 18. Edwin Flack 19. Netball 20. Andre Agassi

Excitement is building at Casey Demons Netball, as the club seeks to strengthen with the addition of new players and new teams.

The Demons celebrated their season launch on 13 March at Casey Fields, which saw a night of welcoming players, sponsors, captains, coaches and new teams.

Those new teams included an ’underpinning team’ and Future Demons, the addition of which has helped take the club’s list from 30 players, at the start of its inaugural season last year, to 76.

Head coach Robynn Pym said the addition of new players and staff will only add to the overall strength of an already successful club.

“We started off with 30 athletes. We had a lot more that joined the gang along the way due to injuries,” she said.

“We did not have a development group, we did not have our underpinning group and we started for the very first time in our academy.

“The results were amazing in our Championship team... we exposed 12 athletes to a grand final, which doesn’t come around that easy.”

The season launch attendees witnessed player dress presentations and a panel discussion featuring Collingwood Magpies coach Rob Wright, former Australian Diamond Erin Bell, Magpies training partner Sharni Lambden and Collingwood Magpies’ and Victorian Fury’s Emma Ryde (formerly Adelaide Thunderbirds).

The panel reflected on numerous topics but was themed around setbacks, particularly injury and non-selection.

Speakers provided valuable advice to aspiring netballers in the crowd, while telling their stories of how they got to where they are.

Rob offered key advice, outlining what he thinks is vital when it comes to becoming a successful netball player.

“Sometimes you need a bit of luck. It’s one of my four things that I truly believe going into

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