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lower proportion of people aged 60 or older, when compared with Greater Melbourne. A population snapshot recorded that people aged between 60 to 69 made up less than the area's total population, while seniors older than 70 made up 6.4 percent. Just over one percent of Cardinia's population is older than 85-years-old. Due to Officer's booming population, Mr Battin said Cardinia Shire Council must take into consideration the project's size and the effect it would have on the local area. "It is important with a facility this size, surrounded by a number of schools and businesses, that council ensure the road infrastructure is updated to accommodate for the increased traffic," he added. The council said a decision is yet to be made on whether the project will be granted a planning permit.
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Word on the street Cardinia Lakes’ first street library has popped up in Windermere Boulevard - providing books for children, adults and families. Pakenham resident, Ann Selby, recycled a dollhouse, turned it into a mini library
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An application to build an $11.8 million aged care facility in Officer has been lodged with Cardinia Shire Council. The advertised floor plan indicates the facility will sit on 9455 square metres of land off Tivendale Road, and feature a large communal area with 144 bedrooms and almost 70 car parking spaces. Cardinia Shire Council's policy, design and growth area planning manager Luke Connell confirmed the application had been received on 30 March this year. "Council received planning application T200146 applying for a planning permit for the use and development of the land for a residential aged care facility and removal and creation of easements," Mr Connell said. "Council is currently assessing this application and has not made a decision on the application to date." The proposed facility sits next to the Officer Public Hall and is in close proximity to the Officer Primary School and Minaret College. The chosen site will back onto the office of State Gembrook MP Brad Battin, who said it was "great" to see an application of the kind. Despite numerous aged care facilities in the neighbouring suburbs of Pakenham and Berwick, the Gazette understands there is currently no such facility in Officer. "Aged care facilities are an important service for our community and it is great to see a facility being established in the growing community of Officer," Mr Battin said. According to data obtained from Cardinia Shire Council, the municipality recorded a
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Feedback wanted on roam free parks Draft designs for number of potential dog parks in Cardinia shire are on display, waiting for community feedback. Cardinia Shire Council has invited dog owners and residents to have their say of the draft designs and proposed infrastructure and landscaping to be delivered at designated offleash sites. There are three different categories of designated dog off-leash areas, including neighbourhood, district and regional. Neighbourhood sites include: Bob Burgess Reserve, Beaconsfield, Vantage Drive Reserve, Pakenham, Simon Drive Reserve, Pakenham, Ray Canobie Reserve, Pakenham and Onyx Reserve, Officer. District sites are: Pepi's Land, Emerald, Cockatoo Road Reserve, Pakenham, Garfield
Recreation Reserve, Garfield and Tantallon Boulevard Detention Basin Reserve, Beaconsfield. Regional sites: Toomuc Creek Linear Reserve, Pakenham, Alma Treloar Reserve, Cockatoo, Don Jackson Reserve, Pakenham and Cochrane Park, Kooweerup. Whilst all 13 of these areas across the shire will have signage, the infrastructure and landscaping to be installed will vary from site-tosite. Neighbourhood sites may include signage, garden and vegetation, seating, pathways, natural shade and partial or no fencing, while district sites could include all of that plus rubbish bins and a drinking fountain. Everything listed above, as well as agility equipment and car parking will be considered for the regional sites. The council is seeking community feedback
on the delivery of this infrastructure and landscaping, and in particular, on the draft designs for the four designated regional dog off-leash sites across the shire. The consultation is open until 5pm on Wednesday 20 May. Feedback from this consultation will help to inform the final designs, infrastructure and landscaping decisions for each of the 13 designated off-leash sites. For more information, including reviewing the draft designs, and to have your say, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay. All dog owners are also being reminded that dogs are required to be on-leash in public at all other times within Cardinia shire. The shared designated off-leash spaces enable dogs to enjoy off-leash activities within the community and under the supervision of their owners.
Couple’s ceiling comes crashing down By Brendan Rees An elderly Berwick couple were left shaken when the ceiling of their kitchen collapsed dramatically on Friday morning, 1 May. The couple, aged in their 70s, had been asleep when they heard a loud bang about 4.30am. Narre Warren State Emergency Service volunteers were called to the Inkerman Street home shortly after where they discovered a large portion of the kitchen ceiling - estimated to be about two metres long - had collapsed after a water main pipe had burst. SES crew leader Dianne Markham said live light fittings were dangling from the ceiling with large pieces of plaster also strewn across the kitchen bench and floor tiles. "They (occupants) heard a loud bang during the night, and they thought someone had broken in and they then went into their kitchen a big piece of plaster had dropped," she said of the single-storey home. "They could hear a hissing sound where they water was coming through the pipe and spraying everywhere." It's not known what exactly caused the pipe to burst but Ms Markham believed it may have been due a crack in the pipe or brought on by cold temperatures, which may have moved the rafters, putting tension on the pipes. Luckily however, the couple were not injured and were able to turn the water main off before the SES crew arrived. Some of plaster was quite sodden with air ducts also exposed and hanging from the ceiling, Ms Markham said. "We cleaned up around the outside of the hole just to make sure nothing else fell on
them," she said. SES were on scene for about 20 minutes and the couple had spoken to their insurance company who arranged for someone to inspect the damage. Ms Markham said the female occupant was "rather glad" the large bang sound was the ceiling falling and not an intruder. Meanwhile, Victorians had an early taste of winter after wild weather moved across the state with a 12C maximum forecast for Melbourne on Friday, 1 May.
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A Pakenham family is taking time to warn others after their pet cat was shot with an air rifle. Four-year-old Chaz was shot in his hip around Tuscany Rise somewhere between Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April. Anne Radisch’s daughter and Chaz’s best friend, Yasmin, was shocked to discover the family’s cat had been injured. On the Monday, the family noticed Chaz was limping around and as Yasmin patted him she felt a rough spot on his left hip. “He had been acting a bit more clingy than usual but because it is a male we didn’t think much of it,” Ms Radisch said. “We saw dried blood around the wound and immediately took him to the vet. “The vet said he was very lucky he wasn’t shot lower because it would have ruptured his intestines. He also said, word for word, ‘it smells like kids did it’.” Ms Radisch acknowledged that their cat should not have been roaming the streets due to local laws, however she believes there is no excuse for harming a pet. She also branded the culprits actions as “extremely dangerous”. “It get it that cats are not supposed to go out of boundaries and he did that day, but it’s no reason to shoot a pet cat,” she said. “Whether it was someone just having fun because they are bored or they were shooting wild animals, Chaz has a collar and tag on so it is obvious that he is a pet. “And it’s scary because we’ve got three young ones at home - what if they’re outside and someone is playing with a weapon, misses their target and it flies towards a child?” Thankfully, and with only eight lives left, Chaz survived the gun shot wound. Ms Radisch now hopes other cat owners in the area stay vigilant and suggests the offender “thinks before pulling the trigger” next time. “You just don’t know what innocent life you are about to take.”
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Teachers produce parody By Jessica Anstice Heading into the fourth week of remote learning, teachers at John Henry Primary School in Pakenham decided it was time to change things up by composing a parody music video to a pop hit. Lyrics to Dance Monkey, a song by Tones and I, were re-written by talented staff members and sung by Grade 3 teacher Jayme James. While the new lyrics highlighted the importance of learning, the video itself aimed to remind students of how their teachers are missing them through the coronavirus stay-athome restrictions. "There has been a few other schools produce videos to send out through social media over the last month or so," John Henry Primary School assistant principal Aaron Bickery said. "We wanted it to be a bit different to what had already been done by other schools. We thought we would re-write the lyrics and make them relevant to the current home learning situation. The purpose is simply to hopefully put a smile on the faces of our students and their families who are all doing an amazing job home schooling their children at the moment under difficult circumstances." Overall the video is about nine minutes long and showcases individual snippets of teachers dancing and miming to the song. Creating the video was also an opportunity for all 80 staff members to have a laugh and relax for the short time it took them to record a 10 second dancing clip of themselves. "I think what a lot of people don't realise is that the reasons teachers become teachers are because they get to spend so much quality time with students," he said. "It has been really hard for many of our staff not seeing their students each day and we can't wait for things to return to the norm. "Hopefully it is a reminder to the students
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John Henry Primary School teachers Courtney de Prince and Lauren Ward. that their teachers are still there and very interested in what they are doing. It could be the light at the end of the tunnel that some students need." John Henry Primary School staff have been conducting a live YouTube channel every day between 9am and 3.15pm, with a private link sent out to families each morning.
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The channel is run by teaching staff and includes book reading, cooking segments, maths challenges and the daily online quiz which sees over 250 students playing each day at 11:30am. "We have a strong culture at John Henry Primary School where we embrace our staff, student and community relationships,"
Mr Bickery added. "Whilst we work hard we also allow our staff and community to enjoy themselves. "Students definitely engage more when they enjoy their learning environment and have teachers that are passionate and enthusiastic. Hopefully we might have something similar lined up for the end of term."
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Police blitz nabs 300 More than 300 people wanted on warrants in Melbourne's South East have been arrested as part of a police operation. As part of Operation Master, police have knocked on doors to track down people with outstanding warrants in Greater Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia on a daily basis since early March. Many were wanted on warrants for skipping court as well as "high harm" crimes such as aggravated burglary, car theft and robbery, says Detective Senior Sergeant Dean Grande from the Divisional Response Unit. "Police have been particularly focused on arresting those that were wanted in relation to high harm, high impact crimes," D/S/Sgt Grande said. "We know this type of offending has a significant impact on victims, as well as the broader community. "That's why we've been working hard to hold offenders to account and ensure all matters are appropriately dealt with through the courts." He said recidivist offenders, who were being regularly arrested on several outstanding warrants, were also targeted. "Anyone who has an outstanding matter should expect a visit from one of their local police officers." On 30 April, the DRU arrested a 29-year-old woman in Noble Park for several outstanding warrants. She was charged with theft of motor vehicle, fail to appear on bail and contravening a community corrections order.
A 25-year-old man from Dandenong is arrested as part of Operation Master on 9 April.
A 34-year-old man of no fixed address is arrested as part of Operation Master on 9 April. She was remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court at a later date. Other examples include a 34-year-old man of no fixed address on warrant for failing to comply with a community corrections order, a 25-year-old Dandenong man for failing to appear at court on a theft charge. Both were remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court. A 24-year-old Cranbourne woman was arrested on warrant for skipping court on a theft charge. She was bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on 3 July.
Police arrest a 24-year-old Cranbourne woman as a dog inside looks on on 9 April.
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There is no doubt at all that the safest place at the moment is at home. We are not stuck at home; we are safe at home. You might think that having four boys, two in primary School and two at St. Peter's College that there might be an objection or two about being locked down at home, but surprisingly they all understand the magnitude of the current Covid-19 situation and are happy to be safe. Working from home myself during the pandemic makes the learning situation easier for me. What is easy to forget is that we are not home schooling, we are remote learning. The teaching of my children is still solely the responsibility of the schools they attend. Primary school is set up brilliantly; they log on each morning to a daily update of their learning goals. Everything is set and all the resources they need are available. I gently guide them
to continue to ask their teachers questions, rather than me. My Year 9 is missing his mates. For the Year 9 cohort being such a tight and cohesive group, the changes are profound. The teachers are combating these changes extremely well and the learning lessons are comprehensive. The social aspect is the challenge. My Year 12 son is finding the learning process is set up well, but missing the teaching strategies that he would get within the classroom. So all in all, my home is a mini school, and I am the guide ... not the teacher. This I feel is the largest challenge of remote learning. Our children are going through one of the biggest events of their (and our) lives and they will come out stronger, more resilient and with a level of confidence they may have lacked before. Encourage their independence, to try and
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to look for support in the right places, and they will flourish. My hat today is the guide not the teacher. Naomi Bartlett, Clyde North
SOCIALLY SPEAKING On 5 May a story was shared on the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page about construction beginning on a new estate in Clyde North - which is proposed to be the biggest masterplan community in the South East. Here is how our readers reacted online: Jaclyn Guzzardi: The blocks are way too small for sustainable living on such a large scale. :( Sammy Brown: Gosh... Will turn this area more Ghetto/Bronx like, choked roads & generally just not necessary in this area. M Amin Khaliqi: Doesn't look sustainable, way too small, which will adversely causes density, pollution, and noise. Not Australian way sounds more for business rather than supporting the community. They are expensive too. Greg Marsh: The city of Casey is/will become a ghetto. Way too many people and cars already. Imagine what this is going to do for our roads. Murf Murphy: What a joke, we're all the cars going to go or which hospital will people be able to use. Fix the roads and infrastructure first Charlotte King: Doesn't sound very appealing Paul Williams: 4000 extra cars on the roads around here. Can't wait. Jenny McAuslan: Far too dense and no back yards Julie Cramsie Johnson: OMG $225,000 for 263sq mtr block!!!!! No thanks pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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Top students honoured By Jessica Anstice The state's best performing VCE students, including two students from St Francis Xavier College, have been recognised with Premier's VCE Awards. Beaconsfield campus student, Juan Limbo, achieved a study score of 50 in Health and Human Development in 2019. His teacher, Siobhan Stephenson, said the high score is a testament to the high-achiever's dedication. "There wasn't a single class last year when he didn't ask a question," Ms Stephenson said. "He asked questions about concepts, structures and contexts and worked diligently and
at a consistently high level all year." Max Mallan, also from the Beaconsfield campus, received a Premier's award for his perfect study score of 50 in Digital Media and Technology in VCE VET. He was one of only two students in the state to be recognised for achievements in Information, Digital Media and Technology. According to his teacher, Garrie Mendez, Mr Mallan hopes to pursue a career in the field, which amplified his motivation to succeed. "He was always highly organised, asked a lot of questions and engaged actively in classes," Mr Mendez said. Education for the Diocese of Sale director, Maria Kirkwood, said she was pleased to see students within the Diocese striving to reach
Beaconsfield campus student, Juan Limbo, achieved a study score of 50 in Health and Human Development in 2019.
Max Mallan received a Premier’s award for his perfect study score of 50 in Digital Media and Technology in VCE VET.
their full potential. "Juan and Max are a shining example of our vision for students as engaged and success-
ful learners who achieve their personal best, while drawing on the life-giving traditions and spirituality of the Catholic faith."
Premier’s praise for Year 12 student By Jessica Anstice Year 12 Beaconhills student Jamie Watts has been recognised by the premier for her 2019 VCE subject work in Extended Investigation. The Berwick campus student received a subject score of 48, placing her second in the state. Ms Watts had already earned selection in Top Talks and presented at the State Library event in February. Although she may have to wait a little longer for the official presentation, which is now delayed due to Covid-19, Ms Watts was thrilled
to learn of her Premier's Award. She said the researching and writing the paper was her favourite part of the subject. "Getting to research something I'm interested in and having the excitement of piecing it together to create something new was a great feeling," she said. She added that she would highly recommend that students did Extended Investigation (EI) in VCE. "It's improved my skill set and knowledge in practically all areas of my learning, and to this day, I still use my EI research skills and the contents from my paper in my other projects
and subjects," she said. This is second Premier's Award to a Beaconhills College student for Extended Investigation despite the subject only being offered since 2014. Ms Watts' teacher, Alan James, said he had enjoyed seeing his student evolve as a thinker and problem-solver during her studies. He said she also overcame the hurdle having to refocus her research topic just two months before her submission deadline. "Jaime thoroughly deserves the recognition that this award confers upon her."
Year 12 Beaconhills student Jamie Watts has been recognised by the premier for her 2019 VCE subject work.
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COVID-19 update “As the weeks pass, it’s possible that the challenges we face as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic are becoming more difficult for some of us.
comprehensive online support centre – our Coronavirus Online Help Hub. Here you will find information regarding support that is available to community members and businesses, family violence support, health advice and practical ways to look after your mental health.
“Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed, are facing financial hardship or are at risk of family violence, the important thing to remember is that you are not alone. There is help and support available.
“If you’re having trouble finding or understanding the information you are after, I encourage you to phone our dedicated team or request the ‘call back’ option online, and our staff will be happy to assist you.
“This is a challenging time for all of us. Of that we can be sure. This situation is unprecedented, and the effects of this pandemic are being felt by so many in our community.
“As Mayor of Cardinia Shire, I am proud of our community. The way in which people are supporting one another, demonstrating strength and resilience and staying connected during these challenging times is truly inspiring.
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“I want to reassure you that Council is continuing to do all that we can to support our community and business through these difficult times. “In addition to the assistance we are providing through our Community and Business Support Package, we have developed a
“If you feel like you need additional support, please reach out and contact us, we’d be more than happy to help in any way we can.” Cr Jeff Springfield Mayor, Cardinia Shire Council
Where to find help Our Coronavirus Online Help Hub features information and resources to help community members and businesses with a range of topics, including: • Health advice • Family violence support • Emergency food relief • Information about support available for individuals, • Tips on ways to look after your mental health households and local businesses There is also our ‘call back’ option if you would like Council to contact you to assist in inding or understanding relevant information, including support in accessing emergency relief. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/onlinehelphub
How Council can help you Our Community and Business Support Package includes a range of support initiatives to help you cope with the unprecedented effects of COVID-19:
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• Coronavirus Online Help Hub • Dedicated ‘Call Back’ support team • Business concierge service • Rent relief options for commercial tenants in Council properties • More time to pay animal registration renewals • Faster payments for suppliers and contractors • Rebates for some business fees and charges. • Extended due dates • Interest-free periods • Payment plans • A rebate for eligible Health Care Card holders.
A survey has been created to help us better understand local community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, so we can continue to support our residents and businesses.
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To access the survey directly, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/COVID19survey or find out more at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay
Anyone experiencing financial hardship or who is worried about their ability to make payments is encouraged to contact us on 1300 787 624. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
Services and facilities update Bins and waste services • Hard and bundled green waste collections will run zone-by-zone until 22 May. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/hardwaste • Household bin collection continues as normal, but bins may be collected earlier in the day than usual. Remember to put bins out the night before collection day. Please do not place bins behind parked cars or park in front of bins. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/rubbish
For full details and the most up-to-date information: Phone: 1300 787 624 Web: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
Flu vaccinations Flu vaccinations are now available for eligible community members through our free community immunisation service, subject to availability. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/flu Latest information For up-to-date information about impacted facilities, services, meetings and events in Cardinia Shire, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus We’re still here to help! Our dedicated Customer Service team is still available to assist you. Our customer service centre at Officer may be temporarily closed but you can still contact us by phone or email, or access a range of online services via our website.
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Cardinia Shire Council’s Youth Services team is still available to support the shire’s young people.
Council’s Emergency Support team has been helping community members access information and linking those in need to emergency food relief service providers. Last week Council also joined the State Government in coordinating the relief needs of residents who have contacted the State Government’s Covid-19 Hotline.
Reach out for support It's normal to feel overwhelmed, stressed or anxious during these uncertain times. It’s important to remind yourself that this is a normal reaction. Cardinia Shire Council encourages community members to look after their mental health and reach out for support and help when needed. To stay connected with others; Make sure you reach out to the people you trust, like friends, family, neighbours and workmates via phone, email, Facetime, Facebook video, WhatsApp video or other online services. Share how you feel and try linking with people who are in a similar situation as you. If possible, join an online forum, social media group or other online community to support others and yourself. Set up healthy daily routines A regular routine will help you feel happier and less bored. Your routine should include maintaining regular mealtimes, eating a healthy and balanced diet, getting enough sleep and keeping physically active around the house. Avoid excessive use of alcohol. If you continue to work during self-quarantine, try to stick to your normal work times
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have spare time, consider doing tasks · Ifthatyougive you a sense of achievement. you smoke, consider quitting or at least · Ifreducing your smoking during this time, particularly if you are recovering from coronavirus. Stay active Physical activity is a proven way to reduce the effects of stress. Look for online content that could help you exercise, do yoga or learn a new healthy pastime. Dust off your home exercise equipment, and use the downtime to improve your fitness. For information and contact details for organisations that can offer support, visit www. cardinia.vic.gov.au/onlinehelphub Family violence support With more people staying at home to reduce the community spread of Covid-19, there may be an increased risk for victim survivors experiencing family violence. The pandemic and self-isolation requirements may impact you or your family. There may be financial pressure, family tensions or a heightened sense of uncertainty and anxiety. No matter what the external stressors, violence should not be tolerated. It is important to remember that you are
For full details and the most up-to-date information: Phone: 1300 787 624 Web: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
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not alone. It may be difficult to reach out for assistance, but be assured that you have the right to feel safe, access medical support and maintain contact with friends and family. If you feel frightened or need advice, help and support, or a safe place to stay during the coronavirus situation, there are organisations that can help you. Council and Victoria Police are conscious of, and sensitive to, the hardships and stress people are facing during this challenging time. In collaboration with Council, police are undertaking Operation Ribbon, a state-wide response to family violence which involves police visiting high-risk people in their homes to ensure their ongoing safety. In addition, police are continuing to provide information and other support. For more information or to access support, phone 1800 737 732 or visit www.dhhs.vic.gov. au/family-violence-crisis-response-and-support-during-coronavirus Visit Council’s online help hub for information about organisations that can provide assistance: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/onlinehelphub Youth Services Directory Council has launched an online Youth Services
Directory that has information about services available to young people in during Covid-19, as well as information that may help them. The directory has information on a range of topics, including: Food, financial or housing support Employment Mental health support General health Family violence and sexual health support Education General services. If you can’t find what you need, call Cardinia Shire Council’s Youth Services team on 1800 496 884. Support for older people and their families Senior Australians, their families and carers can now call a dedicated free call support line aimed at supporting the mental health of older people impacted by COVID-19. Phone: 1800 171 866. Council’s Online Help Hub also has a range of information and resources for senior residents. For more information about services, resources and support available, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/onlinehelphub
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Cardinia Lakes’ first street library has popped up in Windermere Boulevard - providing books for children, adults and families. Pakenham resident, Ann Selby, recycled a dollhouse, turned it into a mini library and planted in her front yard. It’s a simple concept and the idea is that people can take a book - without the need to check in or out - or they can leave a book. “I’d seen them before when I’ve walked on the Warburton Trail and I wanted to have one so I told my son and daughter-in-law that’s what I wanted for Christmas,” Ms Selby said. “They found the dollhouse from hard rubbish late last year, they painted it and then I did all the other bits and bobs. “I’m working from home at the moment so that’s why I thought I would do it while I have the opportunity. The little weather-proof box is the first in Pakenham to be registered with Street Library Australia - an organisation that plans to have 5000 street libraries across the country by December 2021. “I just really like the movement and here is a perfect spot because so many people walk past when going to the quarry and the school
is nearby so everyone walks past here all day there’s families all the time,” she said. “I don’t want it to just be for me, I want it to be for everyone to take ownership of so that people stop and grab a book. “I like to think people will use it as somewhere to come and pick one up but also to think that instead of taking things to the op shop they come and share it with others in the community.” Windermere’s new library box was launched on Tuesday 5 May, with a range of children books, including classics such as Dr. Seuss and adult novels. Anyone is welcome to donate their good reads and expand the recourse base of the neighbourhood library. “I’ve had people donate books, both children and adults, and I want to have a collection of teen books too,” Ms Selby added. “It’s not just for Cardinia Lakes - I don’t mind where people come from as long as they come and enjoy it and look after it. “There’s a lot of people who live on their own and I know people are really struggling with home schooling and working but there’s still plenty of people who don’t live with anybody else, so to have a book to take home is nice.” pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
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The ‘purr-fect’ catio By Mitchell Clarke A Pakenham man has created the purr-fect purpose-built enclosure to keep his friendly felines contained on his property. Lakeside's Tony O'Hara spent the best part of the isolation lockdown period perfecting the passion project, which he said had been a long time coming. "I started it a while ago, but made a concerted effort to finish it before my knee operation on Friday (1 May)," he explained. The impressive compound has already been given the lick of approval by Mr O'Hara's very own meow machines, Roly and Archie, who immediately took a liking to their new playground. "The design was done mainly on the fly, but we had a rough idea where it was to go," he said. Cardinia Shire Council laws state that all cats must be kept contained to their own property at all times, a law which partly inspired the Pakenham man's grand design. "Cats are not allowed to run free, so we decided to give them some outdoor space to enjoy, plus plenty of exercise going up and down," Mr O'Hara said. Community Facebook groups are often filled with posts advising of missing cats or cats causing havoc on neighbouring properties.
According to the council, there are a number of reasons why cats must be contained, including to protect native wildlife, reduce the spread of disease and complaints but to also decrease the number of cats euthanised and to most importantly keep your cat safe. A controversial cat trap program was launched by the council which allowed members of the public to hire a cat cage to capture a problem cat. A council employee will collect the cat once trapped and where possible, will return the cat to its owner. If that avenue isn't possible, the cat will be taken to the pound. Data obtained by the Gazette in March found that 52 cats had been euthanised by the local pound since July 2019. The council added that one of the best ways to keep cats on your property was to provide undivided attention to avoid boredom and the temptation of wandering off outdoors. If love isn't what your cat is after, pet owners could install cat fence toppers along their property at a 45 degree angle, enclose patio areas, put an indoor perch by a sunny window, or get creative like Mr O'Hara and build a specialised 'catio'. When asked whether his popular design had been patented, Mr O'Hara sadly said there were already lots of the kind on Google. "Nothing to patent ... no fortune there," he laughed.
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By Danielle Kutchel There’s nothing better on a cold winter’s day than a hot pie, fresh from the oven - and luckily for residents, the Great Australian Bakehouse is still trading for those steaming parcels of pastry we all love. Reminiscent of Pakenham’s roots as a country town, The Great Australian Bakehouse hasn’t lost any of its warmth and charm through the coronavirus pandemic. Owner Lyn Mclatchie says the bakery, which has been a staple on the Pakenham Main Street for more than 15 years, has gone
back to basics during the crisis. “We’ve kept the favourites: pies, vanilla slice, apple slice, coffee scrolls. We’ve streamlined our production,” she explains. But it hasn’t been easy. “That uncertain time of the first few weeks was horrendous,” she recalls. “The first few days of the crisis I was in tears because I didn’t know what to do or whether we’d have to close.” She gave her staff the option of going home if they didn’t feel comfortable being at work. “But they’ve stuck it out. One even bought me flowers and said ‘we can do this’,” she says. Business slowed down to start with, but the renewed focus on shopping local has seen customers continue to walk through the doors each day. The Bakehouse is adhering to all social distancing requirements, with tape on the floor to mark where customers should stand, and sanitiser available for customers. A maximum of six people are allowed in at any one time and Lyn says visitors have been respectful of the new measures. There have been new faces too, along with old steady customers. “But we’ve missed our sit-down customers. Hopefully they all come back when they’re allowed,” Lyn says. Lyn is looking forward to a return to normality once the Covid-19 panic is over: people
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er to benefit the community, as it’s given her and her staff the encouragement they need. “This has brought out the good side of people and I’m grateful for that. It’s been a team effort.”
Cafe Vista helps showcase Cardinia's food producers
But they didn’t stay still for long: the family quickly worked to pivot their business from a traditional cafe to a hub for Cardinia’s locallyproduced food, something they could use as a platform to help other struggling businesses to make it through. Now, the new Vista Cafe Milk Bar is going from strength to strength. The table space has been transformed into a display of local produce, from honey to cider, fruit to biscotti, jam to butter and even icecream, all made by local farms and producers. Son Rahart Adams said the Milk Bar is a
symbol of the community’s togetherness. “We saw the struggles that Cardinia’s food businesses were going through and thought, if we’re able to bring everybody in, if we’re able to band together, then we’ll have a fighting chance.” Local food producers have leapt on board, with more joining the cause every week. Vista Cafe is also still open for takeaway food and is now offering a dinner menu of hearty, homestyle Aussie favourites, with delivery available to residents within a set radius. Rahart said it was important to his fam-
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When Covid-19 hit, Adam Sadiqzai and his family watched their work vanish before their eyes. Within minutes, months of functions and events were cancelled, rendering their hospitality service almost totally lifeless. The family owns Lakeside’s Vista Cafe, located in the Cardinia Cultural Centre, and apart from working as a functioning cafe it usually provides food for functions in the centre.
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The Spencer Outlet Centre is likely empty inside.
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Snapshot of a sleepy city Gembrook artist CAL OSBORNE was lucky enough to tour around Melbourne’s CBD and surrounds recently, capturing the city’s quiet beauty under the Covid-19 shutdown. Cal Osborne has never likened himself to a “city boy“, stating that Melbourne was never a place he frequented - but he likened his recent tour to seeing an old friend again. “I can’t begin to tell you how great it felt to escape lockdown for a few hours and be chauffeured around in the sunshine while I took videos for work,“ he said. “While it was eerie to see the place so quiet, it was still amazing. This will sound weird but, its good to know she’s still there, and not grey and decayed or collapsing like a scene from ’I am Legend’, but bright - warm - welcoming inviting - just waiting to give you a hug again. “When this Covid thing is over, we will pick ourselves up, fill these streets, dance, party, hug, sing and celebrate again - and wake her back up, and give her life again. That’ll be a good day.“
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Usually busy, Cal was alone on the road.
St Paul's Cathedral in Melbourne.
A sad sight, as all shows cancelled at the Palais Theatre.
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FOCUS ON … YOUR HEALTH, YOUR IMAGE
Telehealth help available Pakenham's The Foot and Ankle Clinic is now offering Telehealth appointments to complement its face to face consultations during the Covid-19 crisis. All patients need is either a phone, smart phone, tablet, computer or internet connection. Owner Dr Aaron Bryce said the preferred method of Telehealth conferencing was via ZOOM. "If you haven’t already, we recommend you familiarise yourself with this technology, download the APP or Software on your smartphone, tablet or computer and sign in or register," Dr Bryce explained. "Simply click on the link on our website or contact us via phone to arrange a suitable appointment time and we will contact or message you to confirm your preferred method. That could be a simple phone call, FaceTime, Skype
and advice eg prescription exer· Treatment cise programs (via video tutorial), provision of aids and equipment that can be supplied via mail, as well as any other treatment options. Diagnostic Imaging. Podiatrist can send and provide online referrals for relevant imaging. eg X-Ray; ultrasound, MRI etc. Supply of aids or equipment including orthotic therapy, moon boots, ankle braces etc. via post/courier Referral to other health specialists if or where considered necessary Simple reassurance or advice if you are unsure what to do, who to see or if your condition requires urgent care. The Foot and Ankle Clinic Pakenham is at 80 John Street. Phone 5922 4001 or go to thefootandankleclinic.com.au
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Do you have stairs at home? Take a break a few times a day, and walk up and down the stairs Go for a quick run on a treadmill or ride your exercise bike to work up a sweat When you finish a piece of work and want to take a break, crank up your smart speaker or headphones and dance to your favourite song. Eat well Healthy eating is an important part of looking after your heart. While you are working from home, follow these heart-healthy tips: Eat plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables and wholegrains: these foods are high in fibre, vitamins and minerals. Eating these foods is
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Flying spiders in a spin By Jessica Anstice Cobwebs from a rally of high-flying spiders coated the south east on Tuesday afternoon. The flying spiders were releasing a silk sail, known as ‘ballooning’, leaving backyards, vehicles and trees across the Cardinia shire and afar covered in webs. A post was shared to the Pakenham-Berwick Gazette Facebook page about the unusual phenomenon. Here’s how our readers reacted: Carlee Deering: It’s happened a few times here in Bunyip over the years. Wait until tomorrow morning when the dew is on them in the tress - it’s actually really beautiful. Theresa Peters: Lots of balloon spiders here today - webs of silk everywhere - beautiful to see and touch. Bev Sherman: Strange, but fascinating phenomenon I’ve never seen this before. Somewhere extremely high. Debbie Batchelor: Plenty here at Bayles... They are beautiful! Breony Penna: Yes we saw it here in Officer, on the kids home school lunch break. Kristina Dodevski: Is this normal? Or is it because of less people moving around daily? I’ve never seen it before, and this week was the first time. Kate Stojchevska: I freaked out when I saw how many there are everywhere, on every tree, on every road sign, it’s crazy. Julie Anstice: Also spider webs all the way down to South Gippsland. Linda Smedley: Never thought I had ninja moves until today. Monique Elizabeth: These cobwebs are on my house today. Their webs are flying in the sky and attached to all the light posts.
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Cavaliers lead the way By sports editor Russell Bennett Casey Basketball has been recognised as one of the premier associations anywhere in the state after taking out both the Basketball Association of the Year and Junior Program of the Year gongs at the recent Basketball Victoria Awards. Casey's 2019 calendar year was nothing short of exceptional - right throughout its teams, clubs, and programs. As an association, Casey Basketball has grown to over 7500 members, increased staffing to provide better opportunities and programs for all its members and clubs, and led the way in the VJBL and Big V basketball ranks across the board. Casey's incredible work throughout its junior teams and programs also led to it winning the Junior Program of the Year award, as well as being named the VJBL Large Association of the Year for 2019. Basketball development manager Darren Best and basketball development officer Mitchell Taylor were hugely influential - along with the Cavaliers' coaches - in ensuring their association took huge strides forward last year. More Cavs teams than ever reached VC level, and there was increased depth in all age groups and more young players than ever involved in Basketball Victoria programs. In a message posted to Basketball Victoria's Facebook page, Casey general manager Tammy Bower said the Cavs were thrilled to be named the Association of the Year for 2019. "We've worked really hard over the last few years and will continue to do so to make sure that we can offer programs for everybody within our community to be able to participate in basketball," she said.
"I'd like to thank Basketball Victoria for their ongoing support - on and off the court over numerous years, and also acknowledging us for 2019. "A special thanks goes to my staff, our board, committee, our clubs, volunteers, and players - really this is an award that is for everybody within the association. "I'd like to finish up by saying these are really difficult times for everybody, and I know this is a really good time for associations to get behind each other and help each other. "I know the last month or so I've had a lot of support from other, neighbouring associations and (I'm) just letting you that if anybody needs a hand, we're here to help so just reach out and stay safe." Bower also spoke about what it meant for Casey to win the Junior Program of the Year for 2019. "With so many strong, successful associations in Victoria, this is definitely something we're proud of," she said. "Over the last few years we've put a lot of resources into our junior development and I think our athletes are really starting to see some results now. "I'd like to thank our staff, committee, coaches, team managers, and most of all our athletes as I know how hard they work on and off the floor. "We're continuing to engage with our athletes and coaches as, with this difficult time, we don't know how long we'll be out for, but at this stage we just want to make sure we're all ready, as much as we can be, to get back on the court."
Casey Basketball was named both the Basketball Association of the Year and Junior Program of the Year at the Basketball Victoria Awards. Pictures: COURTESY OF CASEY BASKETBALL
Moody is back in the thick of the action at Pakenham By Kate Watts Just a day out from his return to the training ranks after a four-year break, Peter Moody said he couldn't wait to "get back on the tools". “Very much looking forward to it, we kick off this weekend down at Pakenham,” he said on After The Last. “We’ve got a 40-horse barn there - I’ve leased the Lindsay Park complex. “We’ll kick off with about 15 to 20 horses that will come in over the next four or five days and we’ll just sort of slowly build from there. “We’ll probably look to build the numbers around that, we’ve got about 50 to 60 horses on the books, most of those are yearlings. “A few of the horses that will come to me are horses that I actually own myself with my family and a few of those are actually in race condition, so there’s a chance we’ll have a run-
ner or two during the month of May, but we won’t have a glut of runners at all until getting towards spring.“ The champion trainer already has his eye on some of the leading jockeys who helped him get to the top, in Linda Meech and Luke Nolen, but confirmed sentimentality won’t win out if the pair aren’t at their peak. “I told Luke Nolen I wanted him to buy a couple of houses so he’s got a big mortgage hanging over his head because he’s got to drop about four or five kilos, he couldn’t ride one of mine at 56kg last week so that will have to change very quickly,“ he said “Linda’s settled out at Stawell now, so she’s getting a little bit further away.“ This story first appeared on Racing.com on 29 April and has been republished with permission.
Former Black Caviar trainer Peter Moody has taken over the Pakenham stables of David Hayes' Lindsay Park operation. Picture: COURTESY OF RACING PHOTOS
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The clubs stand united By Russell Bennett
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Those in clubland within West Gippsland are standing together as one with the G25 review still looming large. 179445 when it comes to the precarious situation his club is in. “AFL Victoria has engaged ColganBauer to conduct the G25 Review independently of itself,” he said. “Nowhere in their backgrounds is there any sign of experience and any intimate knowledge of country football and netball, and country life. We ask AFL Vic for transparency in providing our clubs and league a copy of their brief, along with the fee that organisation is being paid. “Under the current, ongoing pandemic
(where) no one really knows when and how it ends and what things will look like in the coming years, it is both unsettling and unnecessary for our people to be put in the middle of this emotional matter at a time when common-sense would tell anyone willing to listen to put any thoughts of reviews and investigations off until 2025 and let things really bed themselves in.” The Star News understands a survey was sent out to all Gippsland clubs last week to gauge their thoughts on a potential return to play in 2020.
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“It makes it hard to trust a word they say.” Butcher said it’s more crucial than ever that the WGFNC’s clubs remain united. “If we do that, we’ll be sending a really strong message,” he said. “None of our clubs want to go back to Alberton. “They’ve hardly got any juniors - which is a massive issue.” Butcher is one of a growing number of leaders within the wider Gippsland region who would welcome the idea of forming their own body to oversee their competitions and leagues. “For us to have any control at all of our own destiny, it’s something we should definitely be looking at,” he said. “The way AFL Victoria is pushing things, it seems like we’ll just be told what’s happening and we’ll have to put up with it.” The consensus view is that - if the recommendation was adopted sending two clubs back to Alberton - Dalyston, Kilcunda Bass, Korumburra Bena, or even Inverloch Kongwak would be among those most likely in the gun. Tooradin Dalmore president Lee Jones said his club would “much prefer” the current WGFNC stays the same - “if it was to no detriment of other leagues”. “It’s a united group of clubs in West Gippsland, and we’ve got a wonderful competition,” he said. “We want to keep building as a strength of the region.” Jones said he was “all for” the concept of multi-divisional, promotion/relegation competition - provided it didn’t mean the northernmost clubs in the WGFNC were faced with the prospect of having to travel to the far reaches of what is now the Alberton league. But he was also quick to point out that the coronavirus had changed the landscape for all clubs. He suggested there was some merit in slowing down the G25 review, given the changes being experienced by Gippsland clubs during the coronavirus pandemic. “You can’t rush decisions like this,” he said. “They’re too important.” But, ultimately, Jones said - while it’s imperative the clubs are genuinely listened to a higher body should still make a considered decision. Kilcunda Bass president Shea Eden said he felt a move for the Panthers back to Alberton would “absolutely ruin” the club. “We’d back any other club in their push to stay in West Gippy, and we’d like to think they’d do the same for us,” he said. “You’d expect every other club to get behind these clubs that are looking down the barrel of this - to get behind them and support them. “No one wants to see the situation Alberton is in, it’s really sad, but it’s not going to help by sending a couple of us that way.” Eden made a number of points very clear
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There is a genuine fear shared among some West Gippsland clubs that they’ll have little to no control over key changes made to their football netball competition moving forward. With the G25 review looming large as Gippsland football and netball clubs are also dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, West Gippsland’s clubs appear united in their want to stay together as a collective beyond 2020. In June last year, AFL Gippsland received a letter co-signed by the WGFNC club presidents that reinforced their collective position. Effectively, the clubs made it clear they wanted a period of stability in what is still a new, developing competition. There have been a number of changes made to the WGFNC since its first season, 2017. The Gippsland 2025 Strategic Plan - or ‘G25’ as it is known - was announced in July last year. The draft report was released in March this year and was prepared by ColganBauer, a company engaged by AFL Victoria to conduct a review into how to best structure local football and netball in the region moving forward. The report was structured into three key areas: ‘playing the game’, ‘growing the game’, and ‘running the game’. The very first ‘playing the game’ recommendation was to restructure three of Gippsland’s senior competitions. It proposed moving two clubs from the WGFNC into the neighbouring Alberton league - the prospect of which has caused no end of angst from the southernbased WGFNC clubs. Some of that angst was caused by WGFNC bylaws potentially being overruled by AFL Victoria. Under rule 4.7 of the WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country Rules and Regulations - referring to AFL Vic Country Reviews - it states that recommendations are required to be accepted, and any appeal would be heard by AFL Victoria. Effectively, AFL Victoria engaged ColganBauer to conduct G25, and it’s AFL Victoria that would hear any appeal against the recommendations. Richard Black, AFL Victoria’s head of south eastern Victoria - which includes the Gippsland region - told the Star News that “G25 is an independent piece of work conducted by ColganBauer, which we anticipate will provide a broad range of recommendations relevant to a number of stakeholders. “Any recommendations made by ColganBauer would be made independently of the WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country Rules and Regulations”. Black also added that: “All affiliated leagues (such as the WGFNC) and clubs across the state are bound by the WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country Rules and Regulations, as per their Affiliation Agreements”. Given the current coronavirus restrictions in place, the previously arranged ‘town hall’ style meetings for the Gippsland football and netball community to provide their feedback on G25 will now be conducted via online webinars on either 11 or 12 May. It’s understood questions must be sent in writing in advance. Nar Nar Goon Football Club president Mick Keane said there is “too much at stake” for the meetings to be held as webinars without detailed discussion amongst the clubs. “My take is that whatever the review announces or prefers, the clubs will have no real say in it - it’ll be done,” he said. “That bylaw (WGFNC bylaw 2.1.3, which states “a special resolution will be passed if at least 75 per cent of existing members vote in its favour”) is basically null and void when it comes to the recommendations by AFL Victoria. Whatever they say will go. “It’s people from afar making decisions that impact us, when they don’t even know the area. “It feels like we’re being dictated to by people who don’t know the region and, even more worryingly, club football and netball.” Inverloch Kongwak president Peter Butcher said he was told at a recent meeting that the WGFNC bylaws wouldn’t stand up against the AFL Victoria Country Rules and Regulations. “It just pisses us off because when we went into West Gippsland for 2017 we were told there’d be no changes in the first three years at least, and within those three years there’s been constant change,” he said.
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