Cranbourne Star News - 21st May 2020

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The South East has a rich variety of education options. This special 8 page wrap showcases the best of private and state schools from established primary and secondary schools to facilities which are brand new like Genius Childcare at Clyde North which opens in June.

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Building a community Year 1 teacher Mr Barnes delivers a lesson online.

CRANBOURNE EAST SECONDARY COLLEGE CESC OFFERS: •฀ Individual฀Literacy฀and฀Numeracy฀support฀targeting฀both฀ intervention฀and฀enhancement฀ •฀ Extensive฀student฀leadership฀opportunities •฀ Comprehensive฀transition฀program •฀ Broad฀Middle฀School฀program฀including฀high฀achiever฀and฀ sport฀pathway฀options •฀ Personalised฀VCE/VET/VCAL฀pathways •฀ Continual฀impressive฀growth฀in฀VCE฀results

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This year Maranatha Christian School is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Dutch migrants established the school on Kidds Road, Doveton in 1970. The coronavirus has meant that the planned celebrations and school community have looked very different.

Bill Jackson, principal, spoke about the importance of connection for students and staff during this unprecedented time of online learning.

“Students will only flourish in their learning when they feel a sense of connection to their school, teachers and peers. This is even more important during a time of uncertainty and isolation,” he said.

“As a school leadership team, we focused on technology that helped students learn together, initiatives that would remind them that they were not alone and identify families that required additional support.”

Maranatha used technology that allowed students from ELC to Year 12 to interact with their teacher and peers online. This resulted in greater engagement, enhanced motivation and improved learning outcomes.

Jenny Rus, deputy principal (junior), highlighted several actions taken to reach out to families.

“We delivered both care and learning packs to the homes of a number of year levels across the school. The care packs included notes of encouragement, baked treats and a school beanie. I will always remember the excitement of our prep students when we arrived at their home with a special delivery,” she said.

Colleen Dutlow, deputy principal (secondary), talked about how the school identified those who were struggling.

“We rang every family and asked how they were going. Our pastoral and well-being teams

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In the words of the Hon Premier Daniel Andrews MP “Thank you. Two words that can’t express the enormity of our gratitude”.

To all the members of the Cranbourne East Secondary College community: who are working above and beyond expectations to keep our kids engaged, safe, healthy and happy during these unprecedented times, and; who have adapted to change and tackled challenges with a can-do attitude.

Thank you.

To our students for your willingness and

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moved into action when any issues arose, to provide support and encouragement to students and parents. The school also gave fee assistance to families in financial distress. We connected regularly with staff to see how they were going,” she said.

Term 2 has been a challenging time for all students and teachers. However, Mr Jackson sees positives coming out of this time.

“We are stronger as a community, experienced growth as individuals and have had an opportunity to reflect on what really matters.

The challenge for all of us as we come out of isolation is to maintain the lessons learnt, including the importance family time, personal reflection and empathy for others,” he said.

Message of thanks

By Cranbourne East Secondary College principal Mandee Strickland

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Prep student Daisy was delighted with her care pack.

preparedness to participate and embrace the new learning on online platforms. Thank you.

To the parents for your patience and willingness to assist and support your children’s learning and keep them safe. Thank you.

To the staff of the College, who have worked tirelessly with commitment and dedication to ensure things have remained as normal as possible to effectively deliver online learning and assessment. Thank you.

We are proud of the way each and every one of us have played their part in assuring the learning opportunity has continued for our students, as well as maintaining the safety and health of all.

Thank you.

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Student empowered learning One size does not fit all and neither should education. Every student is unique and individual in their interests, passions and learning needs. Here at Hampton Park Secondary College we are committed to embedding an education model that is student-centred and focused on personalised learning pathways.

Our world is rapidly changing, so we must better prepare students. At HPSC, we believe that 'education should be done with students, rather than to students'. With a new leadership team, a new vision and a new direction, we ensure Hampton Park Secondary College students are presented with a 21st century learning experience.

When students are passionately engaged in their education, at their point of need, learning deepens and outcomes improve. Students at Hampton Park Secondary College are offered three programs - Explore (Year 7), Enhance (Years 8-10) and Excel (Year 11- 12) in a vertical learning approach whereby students

are grouped according to their passions and learning needs rather than simply by age.

We recognise that all students are unique and different with individual interests, and as such we want to provide students with the opportunity to individualise their educational program. We do this by giving control back to students and allowing them to select their classes from over 100 new electives, such as Planet Earth, Robotics and Snack Attack, to Fantastic Beasts, Rugby Academy and much more.Our innovative, tailor-made approach to learning assists students so that no student is held back, and no one is left behind. Learning is an organic process and by creating optimal conditions for learning, students thrive.To see our learning community in action, discover our individually tailored student programmes and discuss what learning opportunities Hampton Park Secondary College can offer your student, book a principal-led tour today by calling 03 8795 9400.

Hampton Park Secondary College recognises that all students are unique and different with individual interests.

Student led Attending Alkira Secondary College is a welcoming and inviting experience.

From the first time that you enter the school you are supported by student leaders who want to get to know you and enhance your experience of a school they are proud of. The word ‘Alkira’ means ‘Big Sky’ in the language of the Wurundjeri people and the school community wants you to find your place in that “Big Sky”.

On the first day students are organised into one of four Houses: Cowarr, Yaan, Towera and Malloo. These houses provide the foundation for their engagement and wellbeing; giving a sense of belonging to a close network of peers and teachers within a bigger school setting.

Students have a Head of House and a wellbeing team for support, along with the Pastoral Care teacher who is the closest contact for students during their time at the school. Importantly, students experience learning from a dedicated team of teachers.

Alkira's award winning facilities are modern and built with the students in mind. Imagine yourself learning art in a dedicated building with outstanding student artists you can learn from, or participating in a music show at lunchtime or a drama performance after school.

If sports is your thing why not join the sports academy where teachers with local and international experience tailor an engaging program in an athlete friendly culture.

If academic studies is what you are striving for why not apply to join the Masterclass Accelerated Learning program where your abilities are challenged and supported to achieve the results that you dream of?

Staff support all students by giving them a wide variety of pathways to their future. Alkira has a full program of VCE and VCAL and VET studies through its local learning network.

Alkira Secondary College opens a world of opportunity!

21st Century Tailor-made Learning

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Book A Tour To see our learning community in action & tour our facilities, book a Principal led tour via our website or 03 8795 9400

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Help for apprentices A new initiative by the State Government aims to help apprentices and trainees displaced by Covid-19 to complete their apprenticeships and training and find work.

Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney announced the Retrenched Apprentices and Trainees Program – a collaboration with the Apprenticeship Employment Network, the peak body for group training employers - on Friday 15 May. The program has set up a register for retrenched apprentices and trainees. It will work actively to encourage impacted apprentices and trainees to sign up and will then assist them to stay engaged with their training and to place them with appropriate employers.

Early indications show that more than 850 Victorian apprentices and trainees had their

training contracts put on hold across March and April due to the impacts of the coronavirus crisis. It is expected that in the short-term there will be a growing pool of displaced apprentices and trainees.

By helping them to complete their apprenticeships or traineeships, the program will ensure participants are well placed to contribute to a skilled and productive workforce as Victoria moves towards a period of recovery.

Apprentices and trainees who register will be supported by a project officer until they are placed with an employer.

Employers can also register at the site, making the process of matching them with displaced trainees and apprentices easier.

The register is up and running at aen.org. au/outoftrade.

Study for all Hallam Senior College aims to provide all students with the maximum opportunity for personal and academic growth in a supportive environment, one specially designed for students in their later years of secondary education.

Hallam Senior College offers an extensive range of study options in Yr 10, VCE, VET and VCAL that enable staff to personalise a student’s timetable through a focused program approach.

Students are at the centre of college thinking, planning and actions.

"We aim to ensure that we provide positive learning experiences for every student in a young adult environment," said Principal Greg McMahon.

"With highly experienced staff ensuring quality of delivery across all subjects, students

are treated as young adults with staff-student relationships based on mutual respect, cooperation and a focus on the common goal – learning. In a young adult learning environment students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their learning.

"The relationships we forge with students and their families are critical elements of a student’s success at this important stage of their learning.

"Hallam Senior College values relationships built on respect and responsibility where the relationships between people, learning and the environment frame our actions."

Contact Hallam Senior College on 9703 1266 for more information or to book a tour of the college.

The register will assist apprentices to stay engaged with their training and place them with appropriate employers.

STUDENT SUCCESS = LIFE SUCCESS Marnebek School Cranbourne is an educational setting for students aged between 5 and 18 with an intellectual disability. two campuses campuses Marnebek Marnebek School School Across two provides our opportunities and provides ourstudents studentswith with opportunities pathways through the development of individual and pathways through the development of learning plans. individual learning plans.

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We value and promote all pathways through a broad range of Year 10, VCE, VET and VCAL options

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Family owned childcare Kids on Aspen is a family owned and operated Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten.

Staff provide quality care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years at a warm and welcoming service.

Their priority is to develop strong and lasting relationships with families, their children and the wider community.

The team of educators are dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing the best for every child. Kids on Aspen operates a variety of programs including two funded 4 year old kindergarten programs with experienced qualified teachers.

Programs are child centered with learning experiences designed to meet the individual needs and interests of each child.

Tours are welcome so book now to ensure you don’t miss out on becoming a part of the Kids On Aspen family.

Kids on Aspen is at 29-35 Rhynhurst Street, Clyde North. Phone 8751 8068.

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Kids On Aspen Enroll Now Long Day Care & Sessional Kindergarten Ring 8751 8068 Secure your child’s place now.

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Principal Chris Black flanked by Jaden Ward and Sophia Lingaya, St. Peter's College Captains, Clyde North Campus with their College Student Executive Members (Left to Right): Joshua Butler, Jessica Bravo, Ashley Beley, Shruti Naushed, Aaron Suaiso and Rochelle Datson.

Pursuing high standards “School is open for business”, Mr Chris Black, Principal of St. Peter’s College told the College community when launching schooling in its remote format for Term 2.

Mr Black said he was looking forward to the time when his community is back together and learning from the same place, each having been enriched by their remote schooling experience, with Year 11 and 12 students returning to their Campus on Tuesday 26 May and Years 7,8,9 and 10 Returning on Tues 9 June.

The Director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Sale Maria Kirkwood said while much had changed recently, some things were still the same.

"We still have high expectations for the quality of teaching and learning to be delivered by Catholic schools. As a parent, you can expect that a range of activities will be provided for your child, and that they will be tailored to your child’s individual learning needs," Ms Kirkwood said.

"School staff are working hard to support every single student in their care and we will continue to work in partnership with our families as we strive to achieve the best social, emotional and educational outcomes, and to provide you with information and practical points for engaging with your children in the area of faith and spirituality.

"I would like to reassure you that the safety and wellbeing of our students, families, and staff remains our highest priority”.

Mr Black agreed saying that "for 98 per cent of students at St. Peter’s College their new learning space is their home".

"Students are engaged in their learning though a variety of modes to ensure their learning engagement. These include videoconferencing, chat forums and self-directed learning tasks”.

“For those parents not able to support their child’s learning at home, be that because they are essential workers, or the student themselves is a vulnerable student, St. Peter’s College has made arrangements for them to attend the college each school day”.

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Talia Parker and Brendan Quintal, St. Peter's College Captains, Cranbourne campus with Deputy Principal Head of Cranbourne Campus Jeremy Wright. would guide the community through this difficult time.

“As a Catholic community, we continue to be guided by the example of Jesus, who came to bring life. As always, His message of joy, hope, justice and love guides us. During this difficult time, we must all take care to support one another. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who are unwell, and those who are working to keep our community safe”.

Mr Black said there were positives when it comes to remote schooling.

“One of the big upsides of this experience has been an enriching of the partnership between the home and the college. Parents have been very appreciative and quite positive about the college’s efforts in establishing an Engaging Learning Program for their child”, he said.

Finally, Mr Black said he was looking forward to the time when his community was back together and learning from the same

place of learning, each having been enriched by their remote schooling experience.

St. Peter’s College Enrolment Applications are still being accepted and processed throughout this time.

Especially important at this time of Covid-19 with everyone being asked to stay at home, if they can stay at home, is that all Enrolment Application requirements can be completed online.

Enrolment Applications for Year 7 2021 and 2022 and as well as across all other year levels and curriculum offerings, whether your child’s pathway will be VCE studies, VET courses or VCAL , are currently being accepted.

Visit the college website at www.stpeters. com.au.au for a Virtual Tour of the campuses at Clyde North and Cranbourne. College Registrar Wendy Height can help guide you through the Enrolment Application process step-bystep.

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Student Motto 2020 “Be not afraid....�

Enrolment Applications are still being accepted and processed.

All of your Enrolment Application requirements can be completed online, starting with a Guided Virtual Tour.

As a Catholic community, we aspire to lead in faith, guide with love, and inspire through learning.

We recently had to postpone our Enrolment Open Evenings and reconsider our Campus Tours format due to the COVID - 19 Coronavirus pandemic.

To register your interest for future Enrolment Intakes please use our Enrolment Enquiry Form on our website or contact our College Office staff by phone.

We assure you that we continue to have the health & safety of our community at the forefront of all our thinking and actions.

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Classic car up in flames

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Life out of lockdown

The pride of Pearcedale

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Back on course!

After months of being cooped up at home, Casey residents embraced some autumn sunshine by taking their first steps outside following the state's easing of coronavirus restrictions. Pictured is Cranboune Gold Club professional Tim Angwin who was among keen golfers to get back on the fairways on Monday 18 May. The club's manager said the "thirst for golf is as good as it's ever been" with the course also being in great condition. Star News photographer Stewart Chambers was there to capture other sporting fanatics enjoying their favourite leisures.

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School build blitz

By Brendan Rees

Timbarra P-9 College in Berwick is also celebrating after Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan announced the school would receive $2.61 million to build a brand new building to cater for science, technology, engineering and maths facilities.

Timbarra P-9 College principal Jan Adamson said the school community was "ecstatic" with the news: "We have been working really closely with the architects Ian McEwan Designs and we've come up with fantastic very contemporary design that should really see the school well and truly into the 21st century."

"We are very, very pleased. We were worried it might have been put on the backburner with everything else."

The new single-storey building will deliver five to six learning spaces which will be an ex-

pansion of the school's current secondary science wing.

Tender applications close by 30 June, however, when asked when the turning of the first sod may occur, Ms Adamson said a date had not been set but was hopeful for later this year.

In another major project, Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards announced on 20 May that Cranbourne Secondary College would receive $5.95m to transform its tired facilities with an upgrade to the performing arts centre and refurbishment of the existing gymnasium. This is in addition to the $662,000 the school received in the 2019-20 State Budget.

The school projects are part of the State Government's Building Works package, which will deliver $2.7 billion in shovel-ready projects - big and small - to get thousands of people back to work across the state.

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Schools in Casey are rolling in the cash after the State Government announced a state-wide construction blitz designed to kick-start the economy and create new jobs.

Bass MP Jordan Crugnale announced on Monday 18 May that $438.6 million would be shared with the brand new 525-student Clyde North Station Primary School and the first stage of Clyde North Station Secondary College - both set to open in 2022.

Once all stages are complete for Clyde North Station Secondary College, the school will have capacity for 1300 students, including 100 places for students with disabilities.

The funding for the two new schools in Clyde North would also be shared with a new junior secondary campus of Wonthaggi Sec-

ondary College in San Remo.

Meanwhile, in addition to the $2.28 million announced in the 2019-20 State Budget, Clyde Primary School will be spruced up with a $20.52 million construction of new facilities as part of an expanded school to accommodate growing enrolments.

Clyde Primary School principal Fiona Pratt said the school was "very excited" as new facilities would cater for the fast-growing area and growing school enrolments.

The funding will see the original 1910 classroom to be refurbished with a full-sized gymnasium and new administration area including specialist and general classrooms among the rebuild, Ms Pratt said, adding the school's land size has also increased to enable the new development.

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Grooving for grooming A South East Melbourne-based employment and domestic violence charity is calling on residents to 'shout a mate' during these tough times.

Groomed To Go provides services across Melbourne and regional areas and, with unemployment and domestic violence rising, is asking residents to help them continue to support their clients during the Covid-19 pandemic through the Shout-A-Mate campaign.

The Shout-A-Mate campaign asks participants "What's a mate worth to you?" and calls on them to donate whatever they can to support the community through this challenging time, 'shouting' someone a new pair of socks or shoes, a suit or dress and other everyday essential items.

Like many not-for-profits, Groomed To Go has seen the suspension of fundraising activi-

ties over the Covid-19 shutdown.

This has resulted in a lack of funding for their free outfit and styling services, skill building workshops and confidence building programs for jobseekers and those in need, at a time when the demand has increased more than ever.

Sandy Gregory, general manager of Groomed to Go says: "It's easy to hear statistics about the current rise in unemployment and domestic violence and forget that each number is a person, someone we'd be proud to call a mate.

"At Groomed To Go we get to know ordinary people who are doing it tough every day and have supported hundreds of men and women - each someone's mate - with support services whenever they are needed. And they are needed now more than ever."

To help spread awareness and raise funds for this important initiative, Groomed To Go are challenging the community to join in the Groomed to Go Dance Challenge.

To join, simply: 1. Layer your clothing donations 2. Film your dance on TikTok 3. Post and share with #g2gdancechallenge 4. Donate $ at shoutforgood.com/charities/ groomed-to-go 5. Send your donated clothes to Groomed To Go 6. Challenge your friends!

For more on the Shout-A-Mate campaign and Groomed To Go Dance Challenge, visit shoutforgood.com/charities/groomed-to-go or facebook.com/groomedtogosoutheastmelb

Donor Shinae in a still from her video for the Shout A Mate campaign.

Heartbreak for owner as classic car goes up in flames

By Brendan Rees A classic car has been reduced to twisted metal after fire ravaged a Pearcedale shed on Friday night, 15 May. Some 20 firefighters were called to the blaze on Coolibah Road just before 6.30pm where they found the shed well-alight.

The owner's prized car, a 1976 Holden HQ, was destroyed as a result of the fire, which was believed to have been accidentally caused by a spark from a welder.

"They tried to fan or smother it and within 15 seconds they couldn't do anything about it and they got out," a Pearcedale Fire Brigade spokesperson said.

Eight fire trucks from Pearcedale, Tyabb, Devon Meadows, Cranbourne, and Somerville brought the fire under control within an hour.

One man was taken to Frankston Hospital in a stable condition after suffering smoke inhalation just after 9pm.

The shed, about 20m by 30m, was completely destroyed along with furniture and hay bales.

Crews also returned the following morning to extinguish hot spots.

According to Pearcedale Fire Brigade the owners are hoping insurance will cover the majority of the damage.

CFA issued a safety message to the community warning of significant smoke in the area at the time.

A 1976 Holden HQ was destroyed in the fire.

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THANK YOU For the way we’ve faced these past few weeks.

With courage. With humility. And with hope.

We’ve kept our distance, we’ve looked out for each other and we’ve kept our cool.

Thank you especially to those who have been tested.

Because of your efforts, we’ve achieved the biggest testing blitz in our state’s history.

Or to use Victoria’s standard unit of measurement – more than one MCG’s worth of Victorians who’ve played their part in protecting our state.

Thanks to you, we are finding out more about the spread of coronavirus in our community.

If you haven’t been tested, and you are feeling unwell, you can still visit one of the regional clinics or speak to your GP. To find out how and where you can be tested go to vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS Because getting tested keeps us together.

visit vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS Authorised and published by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne

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Administrators in Minister for Local Government, Adem Somyurek, has appointed a panel of three administrators to the City of Casey.

The appointment of Noelene Duff PSM, Cameron Boardman and Miguel Belmar was announced on Thursday 14 May and follows the dismissal of Casey City Councillors on 19 February 2020.

They will remain in the position until October 2024.

Ms Duff was previously appointed in February to the role of interim administrator and will now remain on the panel, serving as the chair administrator.

Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar will commence in their roles on Wednesday 20 May 2020.

Mr Boardman was elected as a Victorian MP in 1996, serving two terms. He is currently acting as the director of the Oceania Cyber Security Centre, and previously was chief executive officer of au Domain Administration Ltd (auDA). Preceding his role at auDA, Mr Boardman was executive director for investor engagement within the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources.

Mr Belmar is an experienced barrister and member of the Victorian Bar who has advised and appeared in matters involving town planning and land development law. He has appeared for applicants and objectors at VCAT

Chair administrator Noelene Duff. hearings and Planning Panels. In 2010, he became a nationally accredited mediator and he has mediated matters in a variety of legal areas. Mr Belmar has previously been a member of the Victorian Football Federation Tribunal and heard matters involving infringements of the rules of soccer.

City of Casey CEO Glenn Patterson said the organisation welcomes the announcement of the panel of administrators, which allows the organisation and community to move forward with governance clarity given the uncertainty

experienced over the past few months.

"The continuation of Ms Duff on our administrator panel is welcome news. We have made significant progress on key improvements to Council decision-making and reviewed policies and delegations since Ms Duff commenced in February, all of which are focused on the organisation increasing decisionmaking effectiveness and transparency to residents, ratepayers and key stakeholders and to pursuing best practice in the way Council does business," said Mr Patterson.

"I look forward to working in partnership with Ms Duff, Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar to continue enhancing the organisation's performance while addressing the key areas identified in the Municipal Monitors report."

Ms Duff said she believes the Casey community will benefit immensely from having such an experienced administrator panel to lead them during the next four years.

"I am looking forward to Mr Boardman and Mr Belmar commencing next week so that we can begin working together with the council officers to deliver and advocate for infrastructure and services for the rapidly growing Casey community," said Ms Duff.

While in office, administrators must perform all the functions, powers and duties of a councillor of the City of Casey, as set out in the Local Government Act.

Covid slowed

By Brendan Rees Casey City has notched up its second day in a row of just one confirmed active case of Covid-19, according the state's latest health statistics.

As of 20 May figures, confirmed cases remained at 57 in Casey with just one active case.

Across the southeast, Dandenong had 17 confirmed cases, Cardinia 16, and Frankston 39 - however all three council areas had zero active cases.

The total number of coronavirus cases in Victoria stood at 1580, a net increase of seven since 19 May. The death toll remained at 18 with five patients in ICU. More than 367,000 tests have been processed to date.

Of the new cases, one has been linked to the Cedar Meats outbreak while another has linked to a worker on a construction site at a school in Melbourne's south-east, who was asymptomatic when tested. The construction site has been closed for sanitation, and contacts are being followed up for testing and isolation.

Two positive cases in healthcare workers who work at Kyabram District Health Service have been identified as part of the service's regular testing.

There were no new cases related to outbreaks at aged care facilities - and no further cases linked to the McDonald's Fawkner outbreak, with the total number of cases in that outbreak remaining at 12.

Retired couple’s home flooding nightmare Hooded thefts

By Brendan Rees After nine long weeks an elderly Blind Bight couple are finally looking forward to regaining some sense of normality after a burst pipe left their home inundated with water.

Bob O'Connell said he had woken about 4am when he stood in at least two to three inches of water at his Fishermans Drive home.

According to Mr O'Connell, a pipe had burst in his bathroom, which he believed had shot water out for hours, causing a sizeable mess.

Cabinets in the kitchen and two bathrooms had to be replaced and all the carpet ripped up.

"Believe me there was a lot of water," Mr O'Connell, 78, said, describing the situation as "very uncomfortable".

He said he used a wet and dry vacuum to collect about 150 litres of water which helped "dry it out a little quicker".

Though the couple count themselves lucky that the flooding didn't cause more damage after salvaging most of their furniture.

The couple's insurance company would cover the costs of the damage.

The incident, which happened about the time pandemic restrictions came into place, forced the couple to move all their household items into their garage and porch while work crews blasted dehumidifier machines throughout their home.

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"They reckon they've fixed it - all I've got to hope is they're right," he said, adding the biggest problem that lay ahead was potential mold growth.

New carpet is due to be laid in their singlestorey house on Friday 21 May which comes as a welcome reprieve.

"Everything should be back to normal," Mr O'Connell said. "Virtually all up its going to be about nine weeks."

He believed the burst pipe may have been caused by rust with the hole about 3mm to 4mm wide.

"I can tell for now every probably five to six years I will be changing these five flexible hoses in the house."

Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man after multiple incidents relating to theft occurred in Cranbourne West earlier this year.

At around 3.15am on Monday, 24 February, a male allegedly stole items from a vehicle parked at a residential address on Central Parkway.

The same male allegedly attended a nearby residence on Central Parkway at around 5am, gained entry to the address and stole another victim's Toyota Camry Sedan before fleeing.

The vehicle and property from the vehicle theft have been located.

Police have released images of a man whom they believe may be able to assist in their inquiries.

The male is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance with a slim build and shoulder length hair.

At the time of the offence, he was wearing a 'Nike' sports cap, hoodie and shorts with socks and sneakers.

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Wanted men Police are hoping to identity two men in relation to an affray and theft at a Narre Warren shopping centre.

Investigators have been told a man was walking out of an Overland Drive retail store when he was approached by two unknown men about 9.30pm on Thursday 7 May. The men allegedly confronted the male victim and assaulted him before stealing his wallet.

The pair fled on foot once security intervened and drove away in a white coloured vehicle, police say.

The victim, a 19-year-old Hampton Park man, sustained minor physical injuries during the incident.

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I'm excited to return back to school because I miss the routine of going to school, being organised, seeing my friends and teachers, and being at school in general.

Personally, I like learning from home. I find that I have not been as stressed with my schoolwork and I can work more independently without distractions from other classmates.

I had some technical difficulties with my laptop and internet connection to start with which in turn made me feel behind in study as I wasn't able to hear my teacher physically and my computer wouldn't load some days.

I'm slightly worried about the preparation for end of year exams as no one has ever experienced this before so we all just have to take a leap of faith and trust the process.

I've missed physically seeing people faceto-face. It has definitely put a strain on the social aspect of school and being able to interact with people. I also miss being at school and working towards my College Captain goals with Brendon Quintal.

I'm looking forward to getting back to school and trying to have the best year by making the most out of it.

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Cleaning blitz hits Casey At least 50 people who lost their jobs as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic are being deployed in Casey City to help fight against the spread of the virus.

Funded entirely by the State Government, the new workforce will be mobilised to deliver disinfecting services on top of council's standard cleaning regime, additional to existing council employees, at no cost to council.

Under the Victorian Government's $500 million Working for Victoria initiative, Citywide's Cleansing and Sanitisation Services is recruiting, training and supervising the participants working in Casey.

Popular areas and communal touch points such as public seating, bike hoops, playground equipment, bins, pedestrian signal buttons, handrails, street furniture and bus shelters will get extra cleansing and disinfecting over the coming weeks.

The workers will also be deployed to: Autumn Place shopping precinct in · The Doveton · The Hampton Park library and youth centre Botanic Park Berwick which will re· Wilson open to the public from Thursday 21 May · Casey Fields · The Blind Bight boat ramp and car park · Bunjill Place precinct Street shopping precinct between · Webb Princess Highway and Austin Avenue · Hallam Recreation Reserve · Guns Road Reserve · Cairns Road Reserve · Banjo Paterson Reserve · Berwick Springs Wetland Reserve Casey chair administrator Noelene Duff said the program was a great way of assisting

jobseekers and communities during this challenging time.

"The pandemic has caused tremendous disruption to jobs across many industries, so we are very pleased to support a program which gets people back in the workforce while helping us to keep our City clean and safe," she said.

"This extra cleaning is also helping set our community up for success as restrictions ease."

The Berwick Senior Citizens Centre, the Cranbourne Traffic School, Essex Park Community Place in Endeavour Hills and Arthur Wren Hall in Hampton Park are being used as staging areas for Citywide's sanitisation crews.

The Working for Victoria initiative aims to create employment for people who have lost work as a result of the coronavirus pandemic while delivering a valuable community service.

Cleaners have been deployed across Casey.

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Videos send strong message that violence is not OK Victoria Police has launched videos in multiple languages to encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to seek help if they are experiencing family violence.

Assistant Commissioner of Family Violence Command Dean McWhirter acknowledged the currently challenging times for the community and highlighted the different ways victims could seek support.

"People may be particularly vulnerable during these times as the community stay at home to prevent the spread of coronavirus, but home might not always be the safest place to be," AC McWhirter said.

"We are releasing these videos to remind everyone in our community that Victoria Police continues to help people if they feel unsafe.

"If you or a member of your family does not

feel safe, there are people you can talk to and support services available to help you."

The videos are available in English and 12 other languages: Arabic, Burmese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dari, Farsi, Greek, Italian, Punjabi, Macedonian, Turkish and Vietnamese.

These videos will soon also be available in an additional 13 languages: Hindi, Pashto, Khmer, Korean, Japanese, Serbian, Sinhalese, Spanish, Tamil, Thai, Malay, Somali, Russian and Polish.

"Everyone in our community should have information about the services available to them, especially in these particularly stressful times," AC McWhirter said.

"Family violence is an underreported crime, and people from culturally diverse

backgrounds may face additional barriers in reporting this crime to police.

"Language barriers can mean people may not have access to information or feel too intimidated to get the help they might need.

AC McWhirter said the videos would help raise awareness that family violence is a crime, help victims understand who they can speak to for support, and let victims know that they are not alone.

"If you are concerned that a family member or friend is experiencing family violence, take the time to check in on them in any way that is safe for you, and safe for them safe steps is available 24 hours a day to provide support over the phone or via email. They can also connect you with someone who speaks in your preferred language."

inTouch is also available to provide support services to women from multicultural backgrounds, including migrant and refugee women living in Victoria, who are experiencing or have experienced family violence.

If you or someone you know is feeling unsafe, please call police. If you can't get to a phone, you can ask somebody to do it for you.

In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000). If English is not your first language, they will connect you to an interpreter.

The videos can be accessed from the Victoria Police YouTube page.

For more information about family violence in different languages, visit the Victoria Police website.

Victoria Police will act to protect anyone harmed by family violence.

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Stock and station legend

By Danielle Kutchel Remembered as a "true gentleman" of his profession, Bruce Gibson, a giant of the stock and station industry and long-serving board member of Alex Scott and Staff, passed away on Wednesday 29 April at the age of 90.

He was well known in the industry throughout Victoria and New South Wales after dedicating 70 years of his life to the practice he loved so much.

Bruce was born in New South Wales in 1929.

In 1950 at the age of 21 he was seconded from Murwillumbah, where he had been working, to Dandenong Market to help his uncle, Stewart Scott, in the family business Alex Scott and Co. Bruce was the third generation of the family to work for the company, which was established in 1886. There, Bruce learnt the stock and station business that he was to become so well known in. He spent time around South West Gippsland in Korumburra, Warragul and Mornington stock yards and at Newmarket. He was an auctioneer at the Dandenong yards in Cleeland Street and then the Cheltenham Road yards when cattle initially arrived by train.

He represented the industry as a board member of RESI, the predecessor of the REIV, and with the Victorian Stock Agents Association. He was instrumental in the expansion of Alex Scott and Co, becoming the managing director in the 1980s. This lead to his inviting staff shareholdings and changing the company name to Alex Scott and Staff in 1992. He was the chairman for the next 22 years and oversaw the company's growth to 14 offices.

Bruce continued to be an active board member, regularly attending meetings, and was part of the company's first Zoom board meeting just two weeks ago, providing valuable input and insight and achieving 70 years with the company. He had a great love of cattle and sheep and worked on his beloved Inverloch farm every day with his wife of sixty years, Anne, right up until his passing.

After a morning spent in his favourite place, planting trees and enjoying a walk on the beach, Bruce suffered a heart attack on Sunday 26 April, passing as he wished on the following Wednesday: without any fuss.

He is remembered as the strong patriarch of his family and for his active interest in and support for his children, Tom, Nanette, Stewart and Cathie, and their families.

Son Tom recalls his father teaching him to play golf at Montuna in the 1960s. Bruce played the gentleman's game regularly throughout his life, mainly at Kingston Heath, Cranbourne, Tweed Heads, Chinderah and Leongatha South golf courses.

He was also a keen tennis player, rode his horse from Healesville to Canberra with his wife and loved his morning swims. He was a very competitive bridge player, winning many events and travelling to compete, with memberships at Berwick, San Remo, Inverloch, Tweed Heads and Murwillumbah. He was even a founding member of the Berwick Bridge Club.

Bruce never lost his childhood love of Northern New South Wales and he enjoyed his winter escapes to Coolangatta. Skiing was

Bruce Gibson and his beloved wife Anne.

Bruce loved his family, including great-grandson Elijah, grandson Tim, and son Tom.

Bruce and grandson Tim, pictured in January 2020.

Four generations of the Gibson family: Andrew, Bruce, Tom and Charlee.

another passion; Bruce helped build the Lonsdale Ski Club chalet in the 1960s at Mt Baw Baw and taught his children the love of skiing and the mountains.

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Never lacking in community spirit, he was a member of Apex and a past president of the Dandenong Rotary Club, receiving their prestigious Paul Harris Award. He was also a past

president of the Dandenong Show Society.

Bruce is survived in the business by his son Tom and his grandson Tim. A memorial service will be held when possible.

Thank You Victoria. Because of our efforts, we can now introduce a staged return to classrooms. From Tuesday May 26 Prep to Grade 2, Years 11 and 12 and all students in specialist schools will return to on-site schooling. From Tuesday June 9 Grade 3 to Year 10 students will return to on-site schooling.

Talk to your school for their specific plan.

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Lock-in TV is on song It has been interesting to watch television adapt to the strange new world we all live in now. A world of tonight show hosts working from home, game shows and news programs where the guests are coming in via zoom and race car drivers playing video games.

It certainly has changed a lot in the past three months hasn’t it?

Back in February I was excitedly waiting for Eurovision (as is the case every year). Montaigne was a worthy winner and I had fallen in love with a musician from Iceland who I thought might just win. On Saturday night when we should have been excitedly waiting for the final instead SBS screened there own mini Eurovision with votes from their website and well-dressed socially distanced hosts. Iceland won the SBS vote and you get the feeling they may have taken the whole competition had it still existed (their first win in the competition’s history).

But while Eurovision was cut down, elsewhere shows have tried to soldier on as usual - filming pieces from lockdown.

Even chef and television presenter Jamie Oliver has been adding lockdown extras to his current series screening on Channel Ten to keep it current and adapt to the fact we are all cooking more from home!

While news shows are no strangers to having guests via satellite from all over the world it has meant changes for some of them like Q&A on the ABC. It’s hard to imagine that when he took over from Tony Jones at the start of the year, Hamish McDonald would have thought that he’d be asking people to video their questions and send them in. This is a show that thrives on questions from the floor and yet the Monday night current affairs show now can’t have an audience in the house - and yet it has still been interesting and relevant despite the changes.

However, the strangest thing has been

Even chef Jamie Oliver has changed the way his shows are presented since lock-down.

Adam Hills has swapped Spicks And Specks for his English show The Last Leg - he just can't get to the UK to film it.

watching comedy and chat shows having to adapt to this brave new world.

It’s is interesting to watch someone like English chat-show host Graham Norton (Channel Ten and Foxtel) operate without a guest in the house. Instead of sitting knee-to-knee on the couch, his guests are now domiciled in the own homes. It’s actually a little fascinating to see someone like Jeff Goldblum in his living room or at his own piano or able to duck away and grab a prop from home.

Australian comedian Adam Hills (ABC) and

it has adapted quickly to the new way of living with host Tom Gleisner asking questions from the studio while his panel answer him in a televisual zoom meeting. It works so well you wonder if they’ll ever actually bother returning to the studio.

They say necessity is the mother of invention and maybe just maybe this lock down will give television the shake-up it probably needs.

Who knows how long it will be before we get a socially distanced drama show!

- Tania Phillips

his Last Leg team had to revamp their show too - not just because they can’t have a studio audience. Hills is locked down here in Victoria and yet still appearing each week on the predominantly UK program - now renamed The Last Leg - Locked Down Under. It’s still funny (maybe funnier than usual) and it still works.

Let’s face it - would Adam have shaved his hair into a mohawk in front of the cameras back in January?

Channel Ten’s Have You Been Paying Attention (a panel show) wasn’t one I even thought of as a potential lock-down casualty but again

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THANK YOU For the way we’ve faced these past few weeks.

With courage. With humility. And with hope.

We’ve kept our distance, we’ve looked out for each other and we’ve kept our cool.

Thank you especially to those who have been tested.

Because of your efforts, we’ve achieved the biggest testing blitz in our state’s history.

Or to use Victoria’s standard unit of measurement – more than one MCG’s worth of Victorians who’ve played their part in protecting our state.

Thanks to you, we are finding out more about the spread of coronavirus in our community.

If you haven’t been tested, and you are feeling unwell, you can still visit one of the regional clinics or speak to your GP. To find out how and where you can be tested go to vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS Because getting tested keeps us together.

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Pacific Smiles Dental If you didn’t have something to smile about today, you do now. Pacific Smiles Dental is now open at Casey Central, which means having a healthy, happy smile has never been more convenient.

Making your life easier (and your teeth healthier) is the priority of the Pacific Smiles Dental team, so this latest addition to a network of dental centres is open 7 days a week, with late and emergency appointments available, ensuring you’ll always have the support you need with experienced dentists on call.

Pacific Smiles Dental remains committed to caring for the health and well-being of patients in the local communities.

When you visit Pacific Smiles Dental, you can have peace of mind knowing that significant health precautions are being taken. Staff have introduced additional cleaning and hygiene protocols to ensure patient safety during this time.

Expect all of the excellent value, caring service and professional expertise that’s synonymous with the Pacific Smiles Dental brand along with a wide range of services including for children, general check-ups, cosmetic dentistry and more.

To book an appointment go to the Pacific Smiles Dental website, visit the team at Casey Central, call 1300 814 776 or email narrewarren@pacificsmiles.com.au Pacific Smiles Dental looks forward to welcoming you (and your smile), soon.

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Online good fit for women Staying connected is the best way to stay healthy and motivated during the Covid-19 crisis.

That is the key piece of advice from BillieJean Wood, the owner of EnVie Fitness for women in Berwick.

Billie-Jean and her staff have been busy since early March reorienting the business online and helping members through this challenging time.

"It has been a massive turn around," said Billie-Jean, who has owned the business for 13 years.

"We are trying to keep our members and staff connected through emails and social media."

"At EnVie Berwick we promote that we are a community, a family - not just a gym. This has shone through with the support we are receiving from the team and members.

"I have great staff who are going above and beyond, working hard to help keep our members connected. We also have very supportive members who want to continue to work out in a safe friendly environment."

Billie-Jean and the other trainers post classes online each day focused on either strength, cardio, stretching, core and Pilates.

They also reach out with advice on general health, nutrition and wellbeing.

"The hardest thing for people at the moment is staying motivated. This cold weather certainly does not help," said Billie-Jean.

"Many of our members are working from home at the moment, and struggling with isolation and home schooling. EnVie Berwick is sometimes their only interaction for the day.

Having said that, our on line group training through Zoom is getting really good attendance.

“Our members are also getting on (Zoom) before class to chat and talk, so it's extra interaction for them as well.

"We've also been trying to keep people connected by setting challenges within groups.

Last month we encouraged gratitude posts."

To prepare for the day when the Enterprise Avenue gym will reopen, Billie-Jean and the staff have been working on new procedures and policies for smooth transition back into the gym, as well as new hand sanitiser stations and extra cleaning equipment.

They have also been sprucing up the gym with new coat of paint and moving equipment in preparation for social distancing.

Whatever happens to the fitness industry because of Covid-19 Billie-Jean's advice will remain the same - "Reach out and stay connected, we are all in this together and here to help".

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Connected and caring The team at Regis know that comfort and care go hand-in-hand. Regis Cranbourne residential aged care home is the perfect example of comfort and care combined to produce a harmonious experience. Now more than ever, their passion for quality care, genuine support, security, safety and fun has seen residents continue to thrive.

Regis Cranbourne has been delivering quality aged care services at the same address in Junction Village for over 20 years. Their success comes from their driven team who are constantly finding new ways to enhance care and services. Regis Cranbourne staff work hard to keep residents and their families supported, engaged and, most importantly, content.

COVID-19 has presented everyone with new and unexpected challenges. With a mantra of "social distancing does not have to mean social isolation", Regis recognises that connection with loved ones is always important and in times of crisis it is vital. While Covid-19's threat to older Australians has seen providers put strict protections in place, Regis Cranbourne's

homes have been pooling their years of experience to maintain connection and positivity.

Facility manager Alan Bouchereau says the atmosphere at Regis Cranbourne is vibrant and homely. Initiatives like the "Windows of Connection" have been a great and safe success. Families sit outside the home and talk to their loved one on a phone. The chance to talk "face to face" through a door or window with no risk of Covid-19 has been appreciated.

Regis delivered additional iPads and SurfaceGo tablets within the first weeks of the pandemic crisis. Homes coordinate video chatting with loved ones as well as engaging with health professionals such as doctors through Telehealth so that residents can attend appointments without leaving the safety of their home.

New pastimes have been discovered and meal times have been adjusted to enable residents to eat at a safe distance, while remaining social and engaged with those around them.

To book a tour or find out more, call 1300 998 100 or visit www.regis.com.au

Regis Cranbourne resident Shah enjoys the home comforts and care of the facility.

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Dealing with depression By the team at Better Health Family Clinic Dealing with depression: What you need to keep in mind for improving your mental health.

Depression, leading from poor mental health can make you feel alone, lost and helpless. Self- help steps coupled with therapy and medication can bring you get out of your plight.

Remember, if you have already implemented self-help steps in your life and are still suffering from depression, you need to seek professional help. Requiring additional assistance does not make you weak, rather it makes you brave for addressing a rather grave concern about your wellbeing.

Before that, let us look into some self- help steps that will help you feel better starting now!

Even if you are currently seeing a therapist, keeping these tips in mind will help to ensure a speedy recovery.

Prioritize yourself Value yourself enough to recognize when the mind needs special attention. An individual could be anxious, depressed or overly stressed without even realizing it, which is why it is crucial to check in with the mind from time to time, acknowledge its shortcomings and treat it with compassion. Although you are your best critic, it is not wise to be harsh on yourself at all times, because what and how you think about yourself can have a substantial effect on how you feel and behave.

Keep your enemies far, and your friends closest!

Constant connection with friends, family and colleagues is essential for good mental health.

Build a healthy and flourishing support network and invest your time and effort into these relationships. Keeping a few close people would assure you that you are never alone in your

struggles and that you can reach out to them during your depressive episodes. Seek their guidance and gain positivity, to learn and grow from their company.

Nurture your body A healthy mind shows through a healthy body.

This includes maintaining a brain-healthy diet, regular exercise and sleep. Food that can foster rich mental health are fatty fish rich in Omega-3, nuts, flaxseed, beans, leafy green and fresh fruit. Foods such as caffeine, sugary snacks, refined carbs, fried food, or anything consisting of trans fats and chemical preservatives should be consumed in limited amounts. Exercise brings sound sleep, helps to keep the body and mind at ease and also assists your body’s production of endorphins, also known as the feel-good hormone, which is known to elevate your mood.

Moreover, a healthy amount of sleep sets the pace for the day, in addition to doing wonders on your mental sharpness and stress management.

Put your mind at ease Meditation and prayer can stabilize the mind and set things in perspective for you. A special type of meditation, called ‘mindfulness exercise’, enables you to focus on a certain trail of thoughts. It assists by controlling the mind to stay fixated on the present instead of wandering off to the past or the future. It can be accomplished through deep breathing, taking walks by yourself or even by performing yoga.

Be productive!

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It’s worth a response

By Andrew Cantwell Casey City has laid out its draft budget for the coming year and is seeking public feedback until Wednesday 3 June.

For residents, it’s an opportunity to give feedback on spending priorities and the general direction of the council, and for community groups it’s a golden opportunity to have pet projects noticed.

But the process of making a submission on the budget comes with a warning - don’t expect your submission to have an impact on this year’s budget.

A brief review of Casey’s budget meetings over the past few years shows no changes made to the final budgets after considering public submissions.

But here’s why it’s worth making a submission.

Your project will be noticed.

As an example, the Berwick Little Athletics Club, the second largest in Victoria after Geelong’s, last year made a submission at budget time for upgrades at Edwin Flack Reserve.

The request was one of several put forward by public groups at a special budget meeting in June of last year.

The Little Aths group request didn’t make it into last year’s final budget.

But this year’s draft budget includes a tidy sum of $100,000 for upgrades at the Edwin Flack Reserve.

Most of the other requests were noted and have probably already been planned into future works. Significantly, some had already been included.

The city’s budget process is ongoing. Documents released with the draft budget show likely expenditure for the next 10 years.

But making a submission, groups and individuals can help ensure the council’s future spending priorities line up with community priorities and expectations.

The city’s draft budget each year is no doubt a month’s long effort to consider and balance needs in each Ward and across the municipality.

It’s probably unreasonable to expect it to be changed by a public wish-list at the last minute.

But for those willing to be patient and participate in the process it has its rewards.

Submissions can be made in three ways: through the Casey Conversations website; by mail addressed to the CEO at PO Box 1000, Narre Warren 3805; or by email to the CEO at caseycc@casey.vic.gov.au Submissions should include a statement that explains why a particular why a particular item, topic or proposal should be considered and how the draft budget may affect that.

Those wishing to speak in support of their submissions should indicate their willingness in their submissions.

The special meeting to consider public submissions will be held on Tuesday 9 June.

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So let’s sort fact from fiction with Australia’s leading Musculoskeletal Podiatrists, Dr Paul Dowie from Foot and Leg Pain Clinics.

Dr Dowie said most heel and foot arch pain occurs when the plantar fascia (connective tissues running along the bottom of the foot), becomes overloaded, resulting in degeneration of the tissues and/or irritation of the nerves.

Although there may be some accompanied inflammation, these are not inflammatory conditions in nature, so are not pure Plantar Fasciitis and should not be treated as such.

"Most heel and arch pain is a result of faulty foot function or lower limb biomechanics, associated with environmental factors, and that is what needs to be treated - not inflammation," Dr Dowie explained.

“If tissue degeneration is treated as an inflammatory condition such as plantar fasciitis, you run the risk of receiving ineffective treatment along with the possibility of further tissue damage. Degenerative and inflammatory conditions require very different treatment, so they must be diagnosed and treated correctly."

Plantar Fasciitis is often misdiagnosed when tissue thickening evident on diagnostic scans is misinterpreted as inflammation. Antiinflammatory treatments and cortisone are often incorrectly prescribed, which can result in a worsening of your condition.

“Even your local GP, radiologist or general podiatrist may not be the best person to diagnose and treat your heel and arch pain, as they tend to be more generalised and non-specific.

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Heel and arch pain are extremely common. expertise and up-to-date training in foot and lower limb musculoskeletal medicine and degenerative conditions, for best results and long-term healing”.

If you’d like expert advice about any foot or leg pain, you can book an appointment with Dr Dowie at Foot and Leg Pain Clinics in Berwick on 1300 328 300.

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CELEBRATING VOLUNTEERS

Great feeling

By Brendan Rees For Bryce Wickham, serving as a member of the Narre Warren State Emergency Service unit gives him a great sense of pride.

"It's a great feeling to be a part of a community and to help those who are in need; especially people who are more vulnerable than others," the 29-year-old said.

Mr Wickham is among thousands of Australians who are being celebrated as part of National Volunteer Week from 18-24 May, which highlights the selfless acts of service by volunteers to support the community.

Since joining the SES in 2010 at the Maroondah SES unit before transferring to Narre Warren in 2018, Mr Wickham says he loves the varied challenges that come with the role whether it be trudging through floods, removing hazardous tree or climbing onto rooftops during severe storms.

"Being a volunteer with the SES definitely opens your eyes to many things - good and bad - but I wouldn't change a minute of it," he said.

"While training as a duty officer earlier this year, we received a call that an elderly person with possible dementia had gone missing.

"My role was to organise crews from our unit and the surrounding units to assist Victoria Police in the search. Thankfully, the person was found alive and well. While watching the story being told on the news the next day, I felt incredibly proud of the role I played and also proud of my SES family."

During his service, Mr Wickham has been awarded a five years' service medal and probationary member of the year award.

Bryce Wickham with former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, who dropped in for a visit at Maroondah SES unit.

He has also been deployed twice to New South Wales including assisting towns in the midst of a bushfire crisis during the summer of 2015-16 and the other in 2015, when he was part of taskforce Delta that assisted SES New South Wales after floods ripped through the region.

When not volunteering, Mr Wickham usually works as a ramp handler at Melbourne Airport, however, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, he was stood down and has been actively looking for work.

Meanwhile, with the stay-at-restrictions in place, Mr Wickham says the unit's face-to-face training has been swapped for online meetings and training.

"No matter the time - yes, it can be 4am when we've just got back to the unit after a job - we wipe down the vehicles and any equipment used, this ensures the safety of the next team who are called out on a job."

A warm and welcome smile

By Brendan Rees For great-grandmother Sandra Little, offering a warm smile and greeting to anxious patients is the greatest gift.

The 72-year-old has been volunteering at St John of God Berwick Hospital for the past three-a-half years and says she "loves every minute of it".

Whether it be making a cuppa, helping people with directions or simply having a chat to people, Ms Little enjoys the varied work.

National Volunteer Week from 18-24 May celebrates the immense contribution volunteers make to the community such as Ms Little who spends two days a week every fortnight talking to patients and boosting their emotional wellbeing.

"It's very rewarding because you feel that you're putting people at ease and you get to meet people as well," she said.

"We've even taken people down to find their car in the carpark.

"They're very grateful for the help they receive."

However, Ms Little, who used to work as a cleaner for 20-and-half years for the old Berwick Hospital, has sadly had her volunteering commitments put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.

"Many of our volunteers are seniors; they didn't want to compromise our health," she said.

Ms Little is crossing her fingers she'll be able to return soon: "It is hard and looking forward to when I can go back actually, I miss the people."

Like many, the Pakenham resident has been

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But her most joyous moment came when she was able to finally hug her one-and-halfyear-old great grandson and grandchildren aged 17 and 21 as well as her adult son who dropped in from Churchill after restrictions were eased in Victoria.

"It was lovely."

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By Brendan Rees As a volunteer firefighter, Michael Flechsig regularly risks his life to save others, which is all just part of the job.

Mr Flechsig has served with the Country Fire Authority (CFA) for the past 11 years, and as soon as his pager goes off he puts on his fire helmet and joins his team at the Hampton Park fire brigade.

Speaking during National Volunteer Week - the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers - Mr Flechsig said “the thought of being able to offer something back to the great community we live in” is what inspired him most.

He said there were “too many” experiences

to list during his service but each was “unique in its own way.”

Last year, the 44 year-old received a 10 year service medal. On top of responding to incidents, Mr Flechsi, attends training sessions, meetings and events at the brigade.

Mr Flechsig said he enjoyed the varied challenges that come with the role as an operational member which included responding to fire, road accidents and other incidents where risks are posed to life and/or property During the day, he works as a general manager of a wholesale business in the building industry.

“Luckily I have still been working, as I work in an industry that is considered essential, and the brigade still responds to calls.”

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Carolyn Fields with her fostered cat.

It’s always raining cats and dogs at Carolyn Fields’ home!

The RSCPA Pearcedale shelter volunteer has fostered almost 50 animals including guinea pigs, cats, and kittens - and only adopted one.

“Fostering has certainly changed my life,” she says. “After 35 years in retail pharmacy, it has been a welcome change of pace and focus, and I feel as though I have accomplished something really special.”

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By Brendan Rees Sports enthusiasts have lapped up some late autumn warmth after hitting the fairways, courts, fishing spots and outdoor boot camps from Wednesday 13 May following months in isolation.

With the first stage of Covid-19 restrictions easing across the state, Casey residents headed out to their favourite leisure activities for the first time in months as some recreation facilities reopened across the state - as new rules allowed up to 10 people to gather in groups.

Head of tennis coach of Set 4 Tennis Alison Miller , who runs lessons at Berwick Tennis Club, said some of the juniors had been "itching to get out" on the court.

"It's awesome ... all the coaches were just so excited to get back on court and see the

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children they coach," she said as sessions returned to court on Monday 18 May with term two coaching to begin next week.

"We've been texting and ringing all our clients to see if they want to come back.

'Tennis is ideal in that we can have two children up at each end spaced on a court and they're not physical contact. We're hand sanitising on each exit to the court," Ms Miller said.

"It's a way to get them out in fresh air and to see some other children," she said, adding the club was opened five nights a week for student lessons.

Lochy Burke, owner of Personal Performance Training Centre in Berwick, who held a boot camp session under blue skies on Monday 18 May, said members had been "jumping out of their skin to get back in training".

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"We're going to come back bigger and better than ever," he said.

Mr Burke said the club had attracted "a lot more members" during the lockdown period time and he was looking at the possibility of hiring more staff once his gym can reopen.

"We've really been able to exceed in this time; our online program has just increased and gone through the roof.

"We've grown a lot as a business ... the message out there to the community would be hang in tight guys, I believe it won' be

too much longer."

Cranbourne Golf Club general manager Cameron Mott said it was great to see the club's "smiling faces" return to the fairways.

"The thirst for golf is as good as it's ever been and with our course being in great condition, they all want to get out and play," he said.

"Even though there are some restrictions in place which we're monitoring closely, the golfers are all very excited to be back on the course."

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Full circle for siblings

By Danielle Kutchel Covid-19 has opened up new opportunities for a passionate brother-sister duo, allowing them to spread their message of mental wellness and community connection further and wider than ever before.

Josh and Eden Carell founded Littlefoot and Company, a creative events and art therapy organisation, almost three years ago from their living room couch.

Originally, they organised monthly spoken word poetry nights at Bunjil Place to give people a place to express themselves creatively.

The nights were incredibly popular, and the duo had plans to find their own art space this year - but those plans were scuppered when Covid-19 hit.

Still keen to facilitate a space for people to engage in art and community connection, the duo made the switch to online with the help of Eden's videographer partner, Jason, and the results have been better than they expected.

They've reached an audience that was previously inaccessible, including those who were unable to make it to Bunjil Place for the inperson events.

People from as far away as America and Spain have submitted videos to the duo's Facebook Live fortnightly spoken word poetry events, while others across Melbourne have felt comfortable enough to film and reveal their talents and passion.

For each session, they invite the public to submit recorded videos of themselves in advance which are then edited into a live-recorded show that Eden and Josh host to the camera, again from their living room.

The end result is a unique online community that supports healthy wellbeing, vulnerability, inclusion and ultimately - a safe space for self-expression.

"When we first discussed the idea of going

Eden and Josh on the couch where it all began. online, we had no idea what we were doing," Josh admits.

"Our goal was to facilitate a safe, supportive

space for performers and the audience.

"It's been great, we've been able to reduce barriers for people to participate."

Budding poets have shared stories of their isolation journeys, and Josh says they've had the privilege of watching friendships form through the pixels.

In addition to spoken word poetry, Littlefoot and Company is offering an online art space on Saturday mornings.

The sessions are interwoven with the principles of art therapy and are led by Eden, who is a qualified art therapist.

The siblings have used the money they saved to buy their own art space to instead buy art supplies to give to those who lack access to them.

During the Saturday morning sessions, Eden provides a theme or directive for participants and encourages them to create their artistic piece.

Participants are able to connect with each other through the chat function on Facebook live, reducing their feelings of isolation.

Art resources are also posted on the Littefoot website for those who can't make the sessions.

Josh says the online events fit right in with their company's ethos.

"Our priority is mental wellness and a safe supportive environemtn, and we're able to still carry that on and give people that space."

It's full circle for the siblings who find themselves back in their living room where it all began - creating a safe space from their couch.

They still hope to find their own art space in future, and dream of providing free art therapy to the community - but Josh says the dream looks a little different now, with perhaps a blend of online and physical sessions to allow them to reach those who need them.

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"I've got to be kinder to myself because you torture yourself thinking could've done more," says Mrs O'Toole. "Survivor guilt isn't good."

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By Brendan Rees Bridget O'Toole has tried to block out the painful memory the day her husband was tragically killed by two stab wounds to the upper chest.

"I've got to be kinder to myself because you torture yourself thinking could've done more," says Mrs O'Toole. "Survivor guilt isn't good."

It was 5pm on 12 July 2013 when a man wielding a 20-centimetre carving knife entered Bridget and Dermot O'Toole's jewellery store in Hastings.

"I thought it was a customer coming in and I just got up to serve him," she said.

However Mrs O'Toole, of Lyndhurst, was attacked by the armed assailant who pushed her into a glass cabinet and stabbed her several times.

"He was screaming like a lunatic," she recalled.

During the attack Mr O'Toole, who suffered from Parkinson's Disease, came out from the workshop to defend his wife and began wrestling with the assailant.

"We were just trying to fight him off ... Dermot was desperately trying to save me."

"Dermot fell over, he tripped over and he turned on him and stabbed him to death," she said.

Mrs O'Toole attempted to pull the offender away from her husband and in doing so she was

further assaulted. The assailant then ran out of the shop.

Mr O'Toole, 64, was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene.

Mrs O'Toole was taken to hospital where she had to undergo plastic surgery for the extensive serious stab and slash wounds and the glass shards that were embedded in her back.

For her actions, Mrs O'Toole was awarded the 2018 Gold Clarke Medal during a presentation at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 23 August.

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Mr O'Toole, 64, was fatally wounded and tragically died at the scene.

Mrs O'Toole was taken to hospital where she had to undergo plastic surgery for the extensive serious stab and slash wounds and the glass shards that were embedded in her back.

For her actions, Mrs O'Toole was awarded the 2018 Gold Clarke Medal during a presentation at the Melbourne Town Hall on Thursday 23 August.

"It was a beautiful day," says Mrs O'Toole. "I was totally humbled and to be deemed worthy of such a prestigious award I couldn't believe it."

The medal is an award of The Royal Humane Society of Australasia and is the Society's highest award for the most outstanding case of bravery.

Mr O'Toole was posthumously awarded the Star of Courage in 2017 - Australia's highest bravery accolades which recognises "acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril".

The robber, Gavin Perry, 27, was high after taking ice and on parole at the time of the murder.

He was jailed for 27 years in 2014 for the crime.

Mrs O'Toole remembers her husband of 41 years as a wonderful man who was a funny, kind and loyal man."I had the best husband and we had a great life together," she said. "Life has just been horrible since."

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It wasn't the perfect launch they had been hoping for but was still one for celebration "just in a different way".

After facing many delays due to Covid-19, the team at Berwick Neighbourhood Centre decided to digitally open the doors of its community garden on Wednesday 13 May - where viewers from home tuned in for a virtual tour.

The centre's community officer Kim Peterson said due to stay-at-home restrictions, they could not hold a public opening.

Instead, three members of the centre gathered quietly under grey clouds to livestream the event to the Berwick Neighbourhood Centre Facebook page - which Ms Peterson said was "positively received by the community".

"People enjoyed the connection through the live feed and look forward to future activities through this forum," she said.

"Many indicated they would like to be involved in the garden as permissible, in accordance with current restrictions."

Ms Peterson said the approach to the

Conducting a virtual community garden launch were from left, Michelle Coburn and Kim Peterson. 208487 launch, which coincided with Neighbourhood House Week, had been a "little different" but was still a place where residents could be "united despite the restrictions".

"The intention of this garden is to be a site where the community comes together to share ideas, tend to plots, grow fresh produce, be informed through workshops and provide for those in need."

The Berwick Neighbourhood Centre together with community gardens projects in Hallam, Endeavour Hills and Narre Warren South have shared a $200,000 grant, thanks to the State Government's Pick My Project initiative. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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It’s Tangles’ Cup quest Former Star News sports editor Brad ‘Tangles’ Kingsbury is on the cusp of realising a sporting dream.

Kingsbury has a share in promising stayer Oceanex, who won her way into the $8 million Lexus Melbourne Cup by winning Saturday’s Andrew Ramsden Handicap at Flemington.

He and fellow coterie members at the Bonbeach Football Club own a five per cent share in the four-year-old mare, trained by Mick Price and Michael Kent junior.

The $70,000 purchase is now rated a 26-1 chance to win Australia’s most famous race on Tuesday 3 November.

“We’ve only got a five per cent share between us, but that’s not the point,” Kingsbury said. “We are all part of the journey. We get all the emails from the trainers and now we’ve got a runner in the Melbourne Cup. It’s unbelievable.”

Kingsbury is a life member at Bonbeach, having played and coached there for years.

Given there are no patrons allowed at the races, he watched Saturday’s race with a few other members of the syndicate in a bar at his new Chelsea home.

The syndicate kicked off in 2018 at the suggestion of Steve Cochrane, another racing tragic at the club.

“I have had horses before, but a lot of these blokes have never been involved before. It’s great.”

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Former Star News sports editor Brad 'Tangles' Kinsbury celebrates a winner at Caulfield. long interest in racing.

“I reckon I’ve been betting since I was 15 and have been in horses since about 1999.”

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The AFL Gippsland commission was unceremoniously dumped on 14 May last year, and on 8 May this year a decision was announced to “restructure football governance” in the AFL South East region, through the removal of its commission.

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“This has seen changes to the commission structure, including AFL Victoria having representation on the AFL South East commission.

This will allow AFL Victoria to provide greater support and investment into the region for the future.

“The advisory committee will assist the AFL South East commission by providing expert advice and guidance to football and netball decisions and issues. It will also continue to work with local leagues, presidents, and clubs to ensure that our sports are accessible to all and placed in the best position to grow and thrive”.

The AFL South East commission included chairman Roger Hampson, and commissioners Molina Asthana, Doug Bailey, Fraser Bayne, Scott Grimster, Russell Jacgung, Anita

Jonceski, Paul Theobald, Ted Turner, and Peter Wakeling.

AFL South East executives, including Richard Black, were asked a series of questions by the Star News about a week ago. These questions echoed those that are being asked right throughout the local football and netball community.

To this point, the Star News is yet to receive an answer to the following: Why was the AFL South East commission removed?

What makes AFL South East well-equipped enough to handle the region’s operations moving forward?

Is there enough of a separation of powers between both AFL South East and AFL Gippsland, and AFL Victoria - given the commissions of both have been dumped? Some

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are viewing AFL Victoria as the proverbial ‘judge, jury, and executioner’ when it comes to league and competition structures.

What does Richard Black’s role at AFL South East and AFL Gippsland actually entail? What exactly is the ‘Head of South Eastern Victoria’ role and why did it come about?

What is AFL South East’s plan for the South East Juniors (SEJ), given so many of its clubs are now intertwined with the Southern Football Netball League (SFNL), AFL Outer East, and even the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition (WGFNC)?

What will the relationship be between AFL Gippsland and AFL South East moving forward, given how massive the combined (South Eastern Victoria) area is and how many clubs are involved?

Could the SEJ potentially leave AFL South East?

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Sarah’s Sapphire Crown

By Mick Floyd The brilliant Black Opium finally shed her bridesmaid tag with victory in the Group 1 Sapphire Crown at Sandown Park last Thursday night.

A firm favourite throughout the series, Black Opium was made to work hard for the win after only beginning fairly and settling third behind Aston Silk and Spring Fair through the first turn.

But Black Opium swept past Spring Fair down the back straight and set off in pursuit of her kennelmate, switching to the rails as they swung for home and powering to the line for a three-quarter length victory in 29.57, much to the relief of handler, the Pearcedale-based Seona Thompson.

“She’s finally done it!” she said after Black Opium finally broke through at the highest level of the sport at her seventh attempt.

“It kind of went how we thought. Jason (Thompson, Seona’s husband) had been saying all week that Aston Silk might spoil the party, and when I saw her lead and ‘Sarah’ miss the kick I thought she might. Aston Silk is a magnificent little greyhound, she’s still only young so to run second in a Group 1, I’m sure Ray (Borda, owner) would be thrilled.”

“But ‘Sarah’ did everything right. She railed through and that’s something that we’ve really noticed this preparation - that she is coming from behind and it’s something she wasn’t doing before.”

The win was her 25th from 49 career starts and took her prize money beyond $500,000.

Most significantly, it was her first feature race win - remarkable when one thinks that it was 18 months ago when she ran second in the TAB Melbourne Cup. So with a group race win finally on her CV, what’s next for Black Opium?

“We haven’t really planned anything, but she’ll keep racing for as long as she wants to and if she’s still around later in the year we

A bridesmaid no more - Black Opium claimed a famous Sapphire Crown victory for Pearcedale handler Seona Thompson (pictured) and trainer, her husband Jason.

Picture: SUPPLIED might try again for the Melbourne Cup - who knows,” Thompson said.

“She’ll tell us when she’s had enough but right now, she’s showing how much she wants to be out there.”

The win was trainer Jason Thompson’s 10th Group 1 victory at Sandown Park and second Sapphire Crown success, following Peggy

May’s 2012 win.

Since becoming a race restricted to female greyhounds in 2002, the Sapphire Crown has been won by some of the greatest greyhounds to grace the track, including hall of famers Bogie Leigh, Paua To Burn and Xylia Allen; Melbourne Cup winner Betty’s Angel, and Greyhound of the Year Cindeen Shelby.

Three heats of the Group 1 Harrison-Dawson - for male greyhounds - were also run on the night. While series favourites Simon Told Helen and Tiggerlong Tonk won their way through to the final today (21 May), it was Jax Bale which qualified fastest with a stunning 29.136 gallop - the third fastest time recorded at Sandown Park so far in 2020.

Eagles lock in new coach

By Nick Creely

QUIZ NUMBER 1713 1. IN which city was Aussie golfer Robert Allenby born?

2. WHO won cricket’s first World Cup in 1975?

3. JOHN Isner beat Nicolas Mahut in the longest fifth set in Wimbledon history in 2010. What was the score?

4. WHICH horse won the first two Melbourne Cups in 1861 and 1862?

5. WHICH former South Australian Aussie Rules player went on to captain Australia in cricket?

6. Australia is one of only three countries to compete at every modern Olympic Games. Who are the other two?

7. WITH which two English soccer clubs did Australia’s Craig Johnston play?

8. A yachtsman who won a bronze medal at the 1976 Olympics became one of Australia’s greatest sporting heroes seven years later. Who is he?

9. WHO in 1983 became Australia’s first golfing millionaire?

10. WHAT did the English prefer calling Bodyline bowling in the 1930s?

11. WHICH West German player won the 1991 Wimbledon men’s singles title?

12. Which Melbourne Cup winner has the same name as one of the world’s largest countries?

13. WHICH female Australian tennis player won a record 24 grand slam tournaments?

14. WHO was the first Australian wicketkeeper to score a century in Test cricket?

15. IN what year did Perth host the Commonwealth Games?

16. WHICH Australian squash player won the first World Open Mens title in 1976?

18. WHICH New Zealand runner broke the world one mile record in 1976?

19. WHICH country did Australia beat in the 2003 Davis Cup tennis final?

20. WHAT is a single game of snooker known as?

ANSWERS: 1. Melbourne 2. The West Indies 3. 70-68 4. Archer 5. Victor Richardson 6. Greece and Great Britain 7. Middlesborough and Liverpool 8. John Bertrand 9. Bruce Crampton 10. Leg Theory 11. Michael Stich 12. Russia 13. Margaret Court 14. Rod Marsh 15. 1962 16. Geoff Hunt 17. Ajaz 18. John Walker 19. Spain 20. A frame

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17. WHICH famous Australian horse won 18 consecutive races in the 1930s?

There’s going to be plenty of Dandenong flavour to the Cranbourne Cricket Club in 2020/21, with the Eagles confirming the return of some of the club’s favourite sons.

The Dandenong District Turf 2 club - which finished sixth on the table in 2019/20 - has locked in its senior coach and assistant, with the Sweeney boys, Pete (assistant) and Mick (head coach), set to make a return to their junior club after storied careers with Dandenong spanning almost two decades.

And that’s not all for the Eagles, who have also confirmed the return of ex-Dandenong senior coach and Cranbourne champion Ross Woodall to the club in a coaching capacity, a further boost for a club looking to surge back into finals calculations.

A couple of powerhouse clubs have also locked in senior coaches, with Springvale South announcing the great fast bowler Darren Arter as the Bloods’ main man, while reigning Turf 1 premier Berwick has locked away Brad James as senior coach, replacing outgoing coach Will Carr, who has departed for CaseySouth Melbourne.

Coomoora has also announced a new playing senior coach, with Abhinav Bhatia signing on for the Roos after a strong season with Mulgrave Wheelers Hill, while the Roos have signed Lachie Cummins and Awais Ahmed from Endeavour Hills.

While on Endeavour Hills, it’s also proving to be a busy off-season period for the club, which has also locked in its senior coach and a couple of more than handy signings to go with a series of first XI players re-committing to the club.

Nick Bole-Brown - a Victorian and Australian over 50s representative cricketer - has signed on as the Eagles’ coach for 2020/21, while the Eagles have also welcomed back quality seamer Chris Pereira after a strong stint with Hallam Kalora Park, where he will also captain the first XI next season.

But in the club’s biggest coup so far, the Eagles have brought in quality top-order bat Austin Heldt, a former Victorian under 19 representative who has played Premier Cricket

Springvale South's Darren Arter is one of many new coaches to be signed on for 2020/21 in the south east.

Picture: FACEBOOK with Dandenong and Casey-South Melbourne, where he featured in four games at first XI level.

Heldt only recently captained North Dandenong in the DDCA’s tough Turf 1 competition last season and enjoyed a solid season.

Premier Cricket outfit Dandenong’s preparations for next season under new coach Warren Ayres are also in full swing, with the Panthers building some more depth to their bowling ranks as well as adding a new assistant coach.

Adding to the fast bowling stocks, the Panthers have snared duo James Maxwell and Jack Fowler from Casey-South Melbourne and Kingston Hawthorn respectively, while Adam McMaster has also returned to Shepley Oval after a brief stint with Melbourne, adding plenty of depth to the bowling department.

And the Panthers will also welcome in DDCA legend Craig Slocombe as an assistant coach, with the great batsman retiring after an incredible career with Springvale South at the end of last season. Slocombe will link up once again with former teammate Warren Ayres.

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