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You need to get tested and stay home until you have your result. Getting tested means you keep yourself, your friends, family, workplace and community safe.

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“Think about who you love, then think about them in ICU.” For Sarah, who’s been battling coronavirus for nearly 8 weeks, being separated from her two little boys, has been heartwrenching. On top of coronavirus attacking every one of her body systems, intense pain and acute breathing difficulty, she still has no idea when she will be well enough to see her boys. Sarah’s hope is that by us all doing the right thing, no one else will have to experience the heartache her family has.

Please, play your part and help stop the spread of the virus. If you have symptoms - please get tested. Payments of $450 are available to help you stay home and wait for your test result.

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NEED TO GET TESTED BUT WORRIED ABOUT MISSING WORK? Help is available. A $450 payment will be provided for eligible workers who miss out on wages because they need to stay home. If you test positive or are a close contact of someone who does, a further $1500 is available.

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By Romy Stephens

Josie dresses up as The Grinch for her Christmas in July Zumba session.

Josie Rothon has changed the landscape of Zumba by taking her sessions online during Covid-19.

213176 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS before and are afraid of the word Zumba, they can do it with their camera off,” she said.

“I haven’t got the perfect body but it’s not about that, it’s about enjoying the body you have now and embracing exactly who you are.

“It’s for everybody, any fitness level, I have

participants from 3-years-old to my eldest at 79.”

Ms Rothon now runs 11 classes a week and charges only $4 for each class.

She runs a mums and kids class every Sunday and a themed night every Friday, where

participants dress up and there is a $30 gift card for the best dressed.

But the benefits of her online classes during Covid-19 haven’t just gone to participants, with Ms Rothon saying her own life has completely changed due to the support from her online community.

“It’s really humbling and I’ve never felt better about my own body. I’ve always, in my fitness career, been up against my peers who have six packs and are muscly,” Ms Rothon said.

“For the first time in my life I’ve started to have my own appreciation for my own body and self love.”

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Since losing both of her jobs due to Covid-19, Josie Rothon has turned her life around by running her Zumba classes online.

The Mount Evelyn mother of four has been a fitness instructor for 24 years and became a Zumba instructor 10 years ago.

When the coronavirus pandemic hit earlier this year, Ms Rothon lost all of her income sources.

“My gym was shut down and I was also a waitress, I lost both jobs,” Ms Rothon said.

Despite being “terrified” of using technology and Zoom, the outgoing fitness instructor decided to livestream her classes online.

Little did she know at the time, the switch would soon become an overwhelming success.

“I had over 50 women in the first class...I made $6000 in one week even though I said to everyone it was a donation only,” Ms Rothon said.

The classes have also hit the global stage, with participants tuning in from places such as the United Kingdom, America, Denmark and New Zealand.

Ms Rothon attributed the online success to her addition of humour and entertainment within her sessions.

Participants will often hear her cracking jokes between dances and she also likes to keep her routines simple, so anyone can join.

“I do a lot of simple dances to modern pop music, ranging from Michael Jackson to Beyonc¨¦ and Tina Turner,” Ms Rothon said.

“I don’t do a lot of Latin. It’s not Zumba in the sense of Zumba, it’s simple and easy-tofollow routines that you add your own energy.”

Ms Rothon said moving her classes online has allowed her Zumba to become more accessible for all different body types and fitness levels.

“For people that have never tried dancing

HELP IS AVAILABLE FOR OUR ENERGY BILLS Over the last few months, every Victorian has felt the impact of coronavirus. For many of us, everyday costs like our energy bills have been hard to cover.

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Big drop in virus cases Yarra Ranges Mayor Richard Higgins said the grants program would fund work that builds the capacity and resilience of communities or supports community relief efforts.

“Some community groups and many in our artistic community are struggling to make ends meet and so we’ve organised a temporary grants program to lend a hand,” he said.

“These COVID-19 Community Relief and Recovery Grants Program will function the same way as our monthly Small Grants, and will provide more money to groups and individuals in the community over the next six months.

“We all know an artist or a community group that has been doing it tough since the pandemic began in March, and I’d strongly encourage everyone to share information about these grants and apply if you think they can help bring your idea to life.”

Cr Higgins said the council would provide $100,000 in total for the grants.

Non-for-profit groups, including artists, are eligible to apply.

Applications are now open and will close on 30 November, with grants awarded at the end of each month.

For more information, visit www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Community/Grants or contact 1300 368 333 or grants@yarraranges.vic.gov.au.

By Jed Lanyon and Romy Stephens Active coronavirus cases in the Yarra Ranges have almost halved in the last fortnight following the implementation of Stage 4 restrictions.

The Department of Health and Human Services reported 71 active coronavirus cases in the Yarra Ranges on Monday 24 August down from 136 on 10 August.

Victoria recorded 116 new cases and 15 new deaths that same day, with the total number of cases at 18,330.

Within the state, 29 of the new cases were linked to outbreaks or complex cases and 87 were under investigation.

138 of the 237 total cases in the Yarra Ranges have been linked to Kirkbrae Presbyterian Homes in Kilsyth.

The latest Covid-19 figures come as Victoria Police issued 197 Covid-19 fines, over a 24 hour period, on 24 August.

Of those fines, 31 were for failing to wear a face covering when leaving home for one of the four approved reasons, 20 were at vehicle checkpoints and 66 for curfew breaches.

Examples of curfew breaches included numerous people located at train stations throughout metropolitan Melbourne during curfew hours without valid reasons for travel.

Meanwhile, Yarra Ranges Council has or-

It appears Belgrave South residents have a reduced curfew, with this faulty road sign on BelgraveHallam Road appearing to read 9pm rather than 8pm.

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The Covid-19 Community Relief and Recov-

ery Grants will offer community organisations and groups, creative organisations, groups and individual artists up to $5000 for programs and projects.

Spoonville brings joy and colour during Covid Clusters of characters on spoons have been putting smiles on the faces of residents across the Yarra Ranges recently.

Spoonville is one of the latest Covid-19 crazes that is gaining popularity across the world. It sees the creation of spoon characters that are then placed in clusters across towns.

The initiative began in England to help cheer up local communities during lockdown, before spreading throughout the world.

Spoonvilles have now been spotted in local towns such as Montrose, Emerald and Yarra Junction.

Have you seen a Spoonville in your suburb? Send us a picture at editor@mailcommunity.com.au.

Spoonville is one of the latest Covid-19 crazes that is gaining popularity across the world.

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Spoonville appears at St Georges Avenue, Montrose.

Spoonville at Stradbroke Road, Montrose.

A Spoonville character saying “Go Montrose.”

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By Romy Stephens

OFFICIAL MEDICAL ADVICE

Don’t risk it.

Always follow the health advice.

Donate a daffodil Yarra Ranges residents are being encouraged to donate a daffodil ahead of Daffodil Day at the end of this month.

Every year, on average, 891 locals in the Yarra Ranges are diagnosed with cancer.

This year’s Daffodil Appeal Appeal, run by the Cancer Council, looks slightly different, with no site program. But Victorians are still being encouraged to donate a daffodil online for life-saving cancer research.

Money raised through the Daffodil Day Appeal will help fund some of the brightest researchers in the country, who are dedicated to discovering the next cancer breakthroughs.

The Cancer Council is aiming to aim more than $300,000 in Victoria this year.

For more information about Daffodil Day or to donate, visit daffodilday.com. au or call 1300 65 65 85.

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Joel Warham, also known as Coggie the Parrot, has been busy delivering bikes during Covid-19.

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Kids receiving their bikes from Cog Bikes Australia have been greeted with an additional surprise lately.

In a bid to help bring joy to the local community during Covid-19, the bike shop has been sending Coggie the Parrot to deliver its bikes.

Joel Warham is the man behind the Coggie suit.

“I’ve had the parrot suit for a few years and originally wore it during a charity car rally across Australia raising money for Cancer Research,” Mr Warham said.

“I recently found the parrot suit and thought it would be a great idea to help bring

some smiles to the community.

“So I dusted him off, put him on and off he went.”

Coggie has also been a way to bring some extra joy to children who missed out on bikes for their birthday recently.

With Covid-19 causing a worldwide bike shortage due to the extra demand for bikes and longer shipment times, many bikes bought for birthdays did not arrive in time.

“No one would expect a parrot to be delivering their bike to the front door, so it’s providing something different for them to see and hopefully making them feel just that extra bit special,” Mr Warham said.

Business has been up and down during Covid-19 for both Cog Bike stores in Monbulk and Warburton, according to Mr Warham.

But the shops’ teams are working to keep both their own and the community’s spirits high.

“Our Warburton location has really suffered as we mainly rely on tourism at that location, so we have been closed through most of Covid-19 in Warburton but we are focusing on the positives as much as we can,” Mr Warham said.

“One of the biggest positives which we have loved is seeing more and more people out riding their bikes and in the search of either repairs on their existing bikes or purchasing brand new.

“It’s the support and the encouragement we are getting from the community that keeps us going and reassures us we will get through to the other side of it all.”

To find out more about Cog Bikes Australia, visit cogbikesaustralia.com.au.

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IN BRIEF Checkpoint arrest for multiple offences

Youth Health Hub launches virtually A new local Youth Health Hub is now offering support to young people through phone and video call.

The Youth Health Hub is for people aged 1225 in the Lilydale, Yarra Ranges and surrounding areas.

It will provide mental and general health support while also offering life skills and support. Due to Covid-19 the hub is currently only operating virtually but services are set to expand as restrictions ease.

The Youth Health Hub is operated by Inspiro Community Health Service and partners, including Oonah Health and Community Services Aboriginal Corporation, Eastern Community Legal Centre, Anchor housing services and Cire education services.

Inspiro CEO Sue Sestan said young people and their families can connect with the hub by text, phone or chat via the website.

“Services include mental health, youth counselling, sexual health, dietetics, exercise physiology, housing and homelessness assistance, outreach support, education support, supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, youth groups, legal assistance and youth-friendly GP services among others,” she said.

Youth representative Josh Bruni said the hub is an important step forward for youth mental health as vulnerable young Victorians’ needs were often not met.

“Creating a one stop shop where young people can go to get supported and get the help they need, will go a long way to supporting young people and creating brighter futures,” he said.

A woman was arrested at the Coldstream vehicle checkpoint on 22 August. Police said the 31-year-old driver entered the check point about 5.30pm with no front number plate on her car.

It was alleged that subsequent enquiries revealed the rear plate on the woman’s vehicle was false and the vehicle was unregistered.

Police said the woman was found to have been previously disqualified from driving and she returned a positive result for illicit drugs.

They said a search of her vehicle also located a quantity of illicit drugs, therefore, she was arrested and interviewed.

The woman’s vehicle has been impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1017 and she will face court charged with numerous matters at a future date.

Rye traveller fined A person from Rye was issued a Covid-19 fine after travelling through Upper Ferntree Gully.

Police said the person was recently intercepted on Burwood Highway and that their excuse for being in the area was to help a friend with garden maintenance. The person received a $1652 fine.

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Drug and alcohol counsellors like Megan (pictured) will conduct virtual sessions as part of the Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Youth Health Hub. 213493 The hub will be supported by $4.5 million of Federal Government Funding over three years.

“Along with a separately funded headspace satellite service, the Lilydale based hub will deliver vital health and support services for young people living in the outer east, the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges,” Casey MP

It’s time to put your food waste to good use!

From 28 September, Cardinia Shire residents will be able to put food waste in their green bins, helping reduce landfill and recover valuable resources.

Tony Smith said.

A Youth Reference Group is involved in designing, monitoring and evaluating hub activities and services during its operation.

Teams at the Youth Health Hub will also work in collaboration with the Knox headspace satellite and Main Street Medical in Lilydale.

A 48-year-old disqualified female driver was caught drink driving in East Warburton on 16 August.

Police said the female driver was detected speeding at 134km/hr in a 80km/hr zone on Warburton Highway, East Warburton.

They said she also returned a positive result for alcohol and illicit drugs.

The woman’s vehicle was immediately impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1555.

She allegedly later returned and Evidentiary Breath Test (EBT) result of 0.027 - the legal limit for unlicenced drivers is 0.00.

She will be required to explain her behaviour to a magistrate soon.

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Ninjas hungry for more

By Romy Stephens Upon reflection on this year’s Ninja Warrior competition, there’s one thing all three Yarra Ranges’ contestants have in common - they are all raring to give the course another crack.

Daniel Mason (Healesville), Dee Thompson (Mount Evelyn) and Harry Cole (Monbulk) all competed in this year’s Australian Ninja Warrior competition.

Harry was the most successful local ninja this year, making it through to the Grand Final.

He finished seventh in the heats, sixth in the semi-final and then during the Grand Final, fell off on the Ferris Wheel.

Despite making the final run in only his first year competing, Harry said he was still disappointed to have had a few falls.

“It’s pretty frustrating because all the obstacles you can do in training but as soon as you’re under the lights and the pressure of everyone watching it completely changes everything.”

Harry said he had already built a course at home so he could continue training for next year.

“I’ve got seven powerline posts and dug them into the ground and 100m of steel pipe,” he said.

“I think I could lose a few kilos and just practice my grip strength. My arms pretty much gave way so I just need to get stronger.”

After finishing runner-up last year, it was a shock for Daniel, also known as the Barefoot Ninja, to have bowed out during the semi-final.

“The heats went really well. I managed to make it onto the Power Tower which was pretty awesome, there were only a handful of us that got to compete on that,” Daniel said.

“In the semi-final I was feeling pretty comfortable through the course and I made a little mistake.

This year’s Ninja Warrior contestants from the Yarra Ranges, Dee Thompson, Harry Cole and Daniel Mason. 211053 “I wasn’t feeling too tired and I was feeling pretty capable but that’s the nature of the sport, one foot wrong and you’re out.”

Daniel attributed his uncharacteristic fall on the Spider Wall to self-imposed pressure.

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during the heats - Mount Evelyn’s Dee is determined to learn from her mistakes and go a step forward next year.

“The experience was amazing. It was like nothing I had ever done before so I was really grateful and happy that I got to that point and got to have a go,” Dee said.

“But I didn’t do anywhere near as well as I was expecting.

“It was a tramp to butterfly wall and I wasn’t heavy enough to make an impact. I hit the butterfly but couldn’t hold on.

“I remember hitting the water and thinking this wasn’t supposed to happen.

“Even now I think about it everyday and it crushes me, but it’s going to give me more motivation to get back to season five...I’m going to train harder and nail it next year.”

Project Power projected to be a screen success

Cardinia Shire Council is reviewing the way we consult with our community. We’re asking for input on how we can best collect ideas and feedback to inform our decision-making process.

For further information and to have your say visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay or contact us on 1300 787 624

“Because I was expecting to get through to the Grand Final I suppose there was that added pressure,” he said.

“It was more the height of my own expectations this year that played a bit of a part.”

However, the Barefoot Ninja had something to smile about after being selected to represent the country in Ninja Warrior Australia vs The World.

Daniel was part of the winning Australian team that travelled to compete on one of the world’s most advanced Ninja Warrior courses in Las Vegas.

“The course in Vegas is five times bigger than anything we had here,” Daniel said.

“All the obstacles are like the Power Tower, it was pretty incredible to get some experience on those obstacles.”

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The second and superior Netflix superhero movie of 2020, Project Power is an exciting, stylish action-thriller with great character writing, yet stumbles in its world-building.

In a near-future New Orleans, a cop, a veteran and a street-smart kid join forces to shut down a drug ring distributing Power, a drug that grants users a random superpower for five minutes.

The performances feel natural, and the main characters, who all have a personal connection to Power, interact and develop in engaging ways.

Jamie Foxx plays hard-edged veteran Art, who steadily bonds with shy but resourceful student Robin (Dominique Fishback).

Joseph Gordon-Levitt provides plenty of dry wit as Frank, a cop who takes Power even as he works to stop its distribution, and is initially pitted against Art. As Art and Frank discover the conspiracy manipulating them both, all three characters converge for a daring raid on the drug pushers’ stronghold.

The action is tense and efficient, with one particularly impressive long-take sequence shown through the window of a glass cage, and the plot has several thematic elements that pay off in clever ways later on.

Unfortunately, the villains are underdeveloped and feel disconnected from each other, and like Code 8 mostly ignoring the ghastly source of its own superpower-related drug, Project Power has a contrived explanation for the Power drug’s effects, which contradicts Art’s tragic family connection to the drug.

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YA R R A R A N G E S Support is available There are many organisations throughout Yarra Ranges dedicated to providing support to people when they need it. If you need a little bit of help during this challenging UJNF WJTJU PVS XFCTJUF UP mOE B TVQQPSU PSHBOJTBUJPO OFBS you.

Can you help shape the next Council Plan?

Council will soon begin work on the next four year Council Plan that will guide council service delivery through to 2025.

We would love you to be a part of creating this plan.

Support services include: ƒ Food relief ƒ Housing support ƒ Disability support ƒ Mental health support ƒ Support for people experiencing domestic violence ƒ Social support and more Visit yrc.vic.gov.au/covidsupport *G ZPV E MJLF UP TVQQPSU UIFTF PSHBOJTBUJPOT mOBODJBMMZ PS by volunteering your time, visit yrc.vic.gov.au/covidhelp

Changes to restrictions for exercising You can now drive to a location within 5km of your home to exercise following a change to stage four restrictions.

Although the changes provide more options for exercise, social distancing rules still apply.

Please remember to avoid crowded areas, wear a mask (unless running), and stay 1.5 metres from others at all times.

Help us advocate for better access to Telecommunications Most people in the community rely on the internet to stay in contact with friends, family, workplaces and education.

This has been particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic and has highlighted the fact that, for many areas in Yarra Ranges, internet services just aren’t good enough.

We want to help change that.

We’re putting together a map of internet and mobile coverage and want more detail about the quality of your internet. We’ll be investigating access to and quality of internet services for residents and businesses alike. You can help by testing your internet speeds at home and sharing the results with us.

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To take part in the survey visit yrc.vic.gov.au/ telecommunications

With your help, we can make sure we deliver the right services to the community for years to come.

Over the next few months we’ll be running surveys, workshops, listening to people and using all that we learn to create the plan.

If you‘d like to help, sign up and make sure your voice is heard!

We will contact you shortly with a quick survey and offer you opportunities to participate in engagement activities over the next eight months. You can contribute as much or as little as you like.

We will keep you informed and give you an opportunity to comment on the direction and content of the plan.

Sign up now and make sure your voice is heard!

Visit yrc.vic.gov.au/councilplan

Be heard this October: Yarra Ranges Council election The Council election is fast approaching. If you haven’t done so already, make sure you’ve enrolled or checked your enrolment details are correct by 4 pm on Friday 28 August.

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If you’re an Australian citizen you can enrol, or update your enrolment, online at vec.vic.gov.au/enrolment or by calling 1300 805 478. You can register for VoterAlert at the same time, a free SMS and email reminder service.

Council-administered voting entitlement If you’re not an Australian citizen but pay rates to council, own rateable property in Yarra Ranges but do not live in the area, or are a director or company secretary of a corporation that pays rates, you may still be entitled to vote.

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$20k a month on replay

By Jessica Anstice An Emerald woman has had the best “shock to the system” after discovering she won $20,000 a month for the next 20 years in a Tattslotto draw.

After purchasing her lucky ticket at Emerald Newsagency, the woman was in disbelief when she found out she had won the Set for Life division one prize which was drawn on Saturday 22 August.

The thrilled winner can’t wait to use her prize to travel the world when she can, renovate her home and share some with her family.

An official from the Lott called the winner, who had no idea she’d scored the $4.8 million prize, on Monday 24 August.

“You are joking?! Are you kidding me? No, this can’t be real,” she exclaimed.

“I am bewildered! I need to check this online. Oh my god, you’re right! I have won. I never thought this would happen.

“With everything going on in the world, it has come at the best time though. I just need to let this sink in.”

The woman said she would surprise her husband with the news by cracking open a bottle of champagne and showing him the win online.

When asked how she planned to relish being ‘Set for Life’, the elated woman said she couldn’t wait to enjoy the feeling of security the win would bring.

“It’s so overwhelming, I can barely think what I am going to do with it,” she said.

“I would love to do some travelling around Australia. There’s so much I want to see.

“I would also love to do more travelling

overseas too. Maybe we could do a big trip throughout Asia next.”

She said she plans on travelling a lot every year and will share some of the cash with her family.

“There’s also some things I would like to do around my home. A few little renovations here and there,” she added.

“I will keep working though because I do love my job, but there will be lots of fun things.”

Emerald Newsagency owner Carl Mardirian said he couldn’t be happier for his Set for Life division one winner.

“We were thrilled to discover the news on Sunday morning,” he said.

“What a fantastic surprise that some happy person in Emerald is now set for life.

“We wish her the very best and hope she enjoys her prize.”

Mr Mardirian said this is the third division one winning entry the shop has sold this year.

“How lucky are we?,” he said.

“We look forward to selling more division one winning entries in the future.”

Emerald Newsagency is still on the hunt for their mystery division one winner from TattsLotto draw 4035, drawn 21 March.

They scored the division one prize of $1,386,240.79.

The winning ticket was not registered to a Tatts Card so officials from the Lott have no way of contacting the winner with the dreamcome-true news and have to wait for them to come forward to claim their prize.

If the player discovers they are holding the division one winning ticket, they should contact Tatts on 131 868 to begin the process of claiming their prize.

Amid the gloom, bundles of joy continue to delight

By Romy Stephens While no family plans to have a baby during a pandemic, this year, that’s a reality many have had to face.

For Wandin’s Ashlee Schroen, challenges surrounding Covid-19 only added to what was already a difficult pregnancy.

When she was heavily pregnant, Ashlee’s husband, Haydon, broke his leg.

“I was almost 37 weeks when my husband went on a bike ride in Silvan on the mountain bike tracks and he snapped his femur and dislocated and shattered his ankle,” Ashlee said.

The couple, who already had two sons, originally planned to control the birth themselves.

“We had planned for the two of us to pretty much birth ourselves in the hospital environment,” Ashlee said.

“Knowing that he couldn’t physically support me and not knowing if he was capable to mentally support me, that was a big thing for us.”

With Ashlee’s husband unable to assist her during labour and the numerous hospital restrictions surrounding Covid-19, the pair decided to suddenly switch to a home birth.

Unsure if they would be able to organise a midwife so late in the pregnancy, Ashlee tried her luck with Lisa and Robyn from Yarra Valley Midwives - luckily, they were able to fit the couple in.

“It was the best decision that we made. If anything positive came out of the situation it was Lisa and Robbie and having the home birth,” Ashlee said.

Robyn Partington from Yarra Valley Midwives said it wasn’t uncommon to see couples avoid hospitals and opt for a home birth during Covid-19.

“More women are flagging interest in home birth...There’s a push going around to put pressure on Medicare to provide some rebates for those women that choose to have a home birth,” she said.

“To take them out of the hospital system and ease that pressure on the hospital staff and costs.”

Numerous controversial recommendations have been made when it comes to giving birth in hospital during Covid-19.

Earlier this year, the State Government announced partners or a support person could stay at hospital for only two hours after birth.

The Government later changed its advice to allow for unlimited stay on the day of birth.

Meanwhile, The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has advised to suspend the use of water immersion during labour, due to PPE not being effective when wet.

However, the Australian College of Midwives (ACM) opposed this advice.

“The current evidence does not support discontinuing the use of water in labour or of water immersion,” ACM said in a statement.

“This is especially true if the laboring woman is not suspected or confirmed as having contracted Covid-19.” mailcommunity.com.au

Ashlee, son Emmett, Haydon and son Peyton with Xanthe.

Xanthe.

But the challenges surrounding birth and Covid-19 are not just subject to the time spent in hospital.

Ashlee said it had been extremely challenging being unable to share her newborn with family and friends.

“My sister’s held my baby once and so has my brother and they both live within 10 minutes of my house. We are normally a really

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Ashlee and Xanthe. close family,” she said.

“It’s really lonely but in a strange way. I know that people are thinking about us but it’s honestly crossed my mind that people are going to forget I’ve had a baby.”

Ashlee and Haydon are also balancing a newborn baby with their two sons who are learning remotely.

“I’m homeschooling with a newborn. One

of my children is autistic as well so that adds another complication,” Ashlee said.

“The school is helping in the best way they can but it takes a lot of patience.”

To find out more about hospitals and pregnancy, visit The Royal Women’s Hospital’s Covid-19 Information Hub, https://www. thewomens.org.au/patients-visitors, or www. dhhs.vic.gov.au/visiting-hospitals-covid-19.

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History is streets ahead Much of Mt Evelyn’s history is preserved in our street names.

The oldest names are those of original selectors who took up land from the 1870s on: Bailey, Clancy, Clegg and McKillop Roads.

David Mitchell appears on parish plans as a selector, though not in the sense of living on the land and clearing it for cultivation. His selection was part of the Cave Hill Estate, and he harvested firewood from it for his lime kilns.

David Road is presumably named after him.

Selections were subdivided for residential blocks from the 1920s. Often the developer named the roads, which led to duplication (Fern, Fernhill, Ferndale, Fernvale). This created confusion, especially for emergency services.

Doctor Bill Hardy and his wife Gwen, a Lil-

Looking

back Karen Phillips

Mount Evelyn History Group editor lydale Shire Councillor, drew attention to the problem in 1976. MEEPPA drew up a list of past residents, mainly landowners. From this list the Shire chose replacements for the duplicated street names. Buckmaster, Falkingham, Forge, Hordern, Joy, Kemp, Leggett, Marshall, Newton, O’Connor, Renouf, Watkins and

Wridgeway were some of the local identities honoured in the re-naming initiative.

The Mt Evelyn section of Mitchell Road became Fortune Avenue, Fuller Road, and Stubbs Avenue.

Some interesting names refer to historic features. Station Street led downhill from Mt Evelyn railway station. Tramway Road followed part of the Cave Hill timber tramway. We have reminders of the O’Shannassy and Silvan Outflow Aqueducts in Channel Road and Aqueduct Avenue respectively.

West Hill Drive and Grantully Street were named after historic houses.

The origin of Railway Road is a mystery. The road is some distance from the Lilydale to Warburton railway line (Rail Trail), and on the opposite side of Olinda Creek from the tramway.

One suggestion is that the name came from a possible route for the Warburton Railway that was ultimately rejected. The line would have run from Croydon, via the Olinda Creek Valley, to South Wandin.

Perhaps the most convincing explanation is that ‘Railway’ referred to the disused Water Race formation, which carried Lilydale’s original water supply. Running almost parallel to Railway Road, it could have been mistaken for an old railway alignment.

With the anti-duplication initiative of 1976, Railway Crescent became Wray Crescent, and the two sections of Railway Parade became Gardner Parade and Gear Avenue.

The anomalous Railway Road retained its original name.

All part of the romance of our street names!

Exercise is the mental key SOCIALLY SPEAKING...

The damaging effects the global pandemic has had across the community may come as no surprise to some.

From financial insecurity or increasing unemployment rates (+2.4 per cent since June last year), postponing of social events, cancellation of community recreational sport, or the inability to visit family and friends.

Not only are we living in a pandemic, we are also living in a mental health epidemic.

A recent study on the effects of Covid-19 outbreaks alarmingly found that 78 per cent of participants have had their mental health negatively impacted by some degree.

A wellbeing survey conducted by the CSIRO found that during the pandemic, 40 per cent of people felt they had gained weight, 40-50 per cent of people had increased sedentary time (sitting down watching TV/playing computer games) and that two in three Australians felt that exercise was negatively impacted.

These statistics may be responsible as a consequence for the shutting down of gyms and fitness centres, and the termination of community sport.

Nevertheless, exercise may be the key to managing mental health during Stage 4 restrictions.

The benefits of exercise and mental health have been well researched and would suggest exercise is equal to or more effective than pharmacological interventions for depressive symptoms.

In addition, exercise has been shown to improve mood, reduce stress, and have positive effects on anxiety through physiological and biochemical mechanisms.

With current restrictions enforced by the Victorian Government, we are limited to what we can achieve with day-to-day life.

Opportunely, we are granted to exercise for one hour per day outside of our homes.

This one hour may be the most important hour you should set aside for yourself each day. As an observer, it is fantastic to see an increase in the amount of families walking or riding their bikes down the neighbourhood.

However, most adults are not getting nearly enough the recommended physical activity guidelines per week of an accumulative of 150-300 minutes of moderate or 75-150 minutes of vigorous intensity physical activity with at least two-days of muscle strengthening training.

Tips from an Accredited Exercise Physiologist for Stage 4 restrictions: 1. Set yourself some health goals that you want to achieve through the remainder of restrictions. Make sure these goals are measurable, achievable and realistic.

2. Focus on yourself, find a routine that works for you and stick to it. Having structure throughout the day can help with compliance to exercise.

3. Start slow and build yourself up. Start with short 6x5 minute walks or 3x10 minute walks. Build your way up to aim for 30-minutes on most days.

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Here are some of the stories that have had people talking on Facebook.

Thomas J Osburg : In response to ‘Red Cross tips to get through lockdown’ 15 August: “What would make me really happy to get through this lockdown as a resident of Victoria in stage 4 lockdown 70 km from Melbourne is Dan Andrews either resigning or being replaced and he can take all the other members of the gang of 8 with him”.

Kim Jones: In response to ‘Covid cases steady’ 10 August: “The RT PCR testing is not appropriate for detecting Covid-19 as per the inventors own words. The stats and categorisation of deaths is incorrect as per many documents from WA, VIC and even a video of the Qld

health officer. Also, magically, the flu cases and deaths have magically decreased compared to this time last year. We have shut down our economy for this!! And we all think by being locked up and wearing masks that we are doing the ’right’ thing. Wondering now where did all the smart Victorians go?”

Tim Douglas: In response to ‘Yarra Junction man eyes new car after $1 million TattsLotto win’ 10 August: “I hope its not my dad - he’s got too many old cars already!”

Rhonda Jensen: In response to ‘Tesselaar Tulip Festival cancelled’ 10 August: “This sucks. I went every year as a kid. And have carried on the tradition with my kids and have been the last 15 years in a roll. We’ll miss it this year we love going there.”

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Exercise physiologist Nick Scarlett.

4. Add variety to your exercises. Walk down different routes, go for a jog, walk the dog, try some weight training, listen to some music or a podcast whilst you exercise.

5. Walk with someone else. Government advice states you are allowed to exercise with one other person (if they are within your 5km radius). This is a great way to use exercise as a way of social interaction.

6. Enjoy the open air. Check the local weather guides and where possible walk outside and make exercise something to enjoy and not a chore.

If you think you’re not getting enough exercise and you’re looking for an exercise professional who has the skills and knowledge to manage your condition, cares about your wellbeing and understands the challenges you may face or if you have any questions you can contact Nick from Hills Exercise Physiology via email nick@hillsep. com.au.

Hills EP strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program. You should be in good physical condition and be able to participate in the exercise.

Nick Scarlett is an accredited exercise physiologist and director of Hills Exercise Physiology in Belgrave South.

LETTERS Go vegan and save lives In response to ‘Have ewe been paying attention?’ (6, Star Mail, 18 August). Animals are not stock, they’re living breathing sentient beings with a birthright to live, and be saved by compassionate caring people.

Saving lives must never be seen as theft.

Animals must never be tagged, and seen as objects.

The farmers should transition to plant based farming.

More pandemics will bring people to their knees, will get worse until people transition to an all plant-based food diet.

Animal farms are breeding grounds for

more pandemics, but of course, most humans are too stupid to recognise this.

Save lives, go vegan.

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Keep the puzzles coming I thought that I would let you know that Tuesday is a bit of a weekly highlight for me now.

For the first time I look forward, in this ‘silly season’, to having a small diversion for a few hours with the Puzzle Page in your newspaper.

Thanks for making things a little lighter for us every week in an otherwise dull time.

Carl Stemp, Emerald mailcommunity.com.au

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COVID-19 update A message from the Mayor “The pandemic has brought some huge challenges for businesses. It’s also highlighted the need for us all to support our local business community – and vice versa.

“With this in mind, Council has launched the new ‘Cardinia Business’ online portal. ‘Cardinia Business’ is an interactive platform to support businesses in Cardinia Shire. It features a mapping tool for businesses to promote the services they’re currently offering, as well as for the Cardinia Shire community to give a shout out to businesses they love in their local area.

“The portal also has lots of great information and resources for businesses on topics including support initiatives, grants and funding opportunities and current COVID-19 business and

industry restrictions. While we’ll continue to work with our regional business partners, the portal is designed to offer focused support to our local businesses. Read more about this new initiative below.

“And while on the topic of support, we’ve announced unced Phase 4 of our Community and Business Support ort Package, with the aim of providing additional relief to ratepayers, community and sporting groups and businesses struggling with the significant impacts of the pandemic.

“We know many people are doing it tough right now, and we hope these new measures will provide some relief and peace of mind during these difficult times.”

Cr Jeff Springfield Mayor, Cardinia Shire Council

New online business portal A new, interactive online portal to support local business in Cardinia Shire, and for the Cardinia Shire community to show their support for local businesses.

The portal includes: ‘Buy Local’ map This online mapping feature helps people find local businesses that are still operating during the pandemic, or getting ready to do so.

For local businesses: it’s easy to put your business on the map, and because your listing is linked to your business’ Facebook page, it updates automatically.

For residents: give a shout out to your favourite local businesses by posting a recommendation or photo.

Business support and resources Support available to businesses from the Australian and Victorian governments, and Cardinia Shire Council. Covers topics including financial assistance, grants and funding initiatives, employment and training opportunities, local business events, and health and wellbeing.

COVID-19 business and industry restrictions Links to essential information, all in the one place. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/cardiniabusiness

Phase 4 support package announced Phase 4 of our Community and Business Support Package includes new support measures to reduce financial pressures on ratepayers, community groups, sporting clubs and businesses, including: • rent waivers for eligible tenants of Council-owned buildings • extension of the interest-free period for unpaid rates • continuing hardship provisions and payment plans for 2020-21 rates • hire fee waivers for community and not-for-profit users of Council’s and rebates for health care card holders and/or people receiving integrated child and family centres JobSeeker payments • refunds of 2020 Food Act and Public Health and Wellbeing Act • financial support for sporting club and recreation reserve committees registration fees and 2020-21 street trading permit fees of management, plus a temporary freeze on all debt repayments www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus • a support payment to all neighbourhood houses, senior citizen’s centres, U3As, and Emerald Museum

COVID-19 testing locations • Pakenham: IYU Recreation Reserve, 165 Henry Road (drive-through testing site).

• Koo Wee Rup: Koo Wee Rup Community Centre, 255 Rossiter Road (drive-through testing site). Bookings required: 5997 9679.

• Emerald: Hills Hub, 402 Belgrave-Gembrook Road (pop-up screening clinic). Registrations required: 1300 219 449.

For the latest information on testing locations and operating hours: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested-coronavirus-covid-19

If you’re feeling lonely or need support Support for vulnerable residents Are you feeling isolated due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Support is available through the Community Activation and Social Isolation (CASI) initiative.

To request support, call the COVID-19 hotline on 1800 675 398 and choose option 3 OR call Council on 1300 787 624.

More info: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/casi

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Our friendly customer service team is still available to help you by phone or email, or access a range of online services via our website.

COVID-19 testing at home is available for vulnerable community members.

More info and eligibility criteria: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/call-to-test-covid-19 Vulnerable community members can also access free face masks. DHHS eligibility criteria and collection points: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

COVID-19 online help hub For information and advice on a range of topics, or for help to find the right support or information, phone 1300 787 624 or visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

The information on this page was correct at the time of print, but for the most up-to-date information:

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KNOW YOUR LOCAL TRADESPERSON

Masters of upholstery Mount Evelyn Upholstery specialises in antique restoration, recovery and repairs for all types of furniture.

Skilled upholsterer Luke Wilson prides himself on his workmanship.

After more than 30 years in the industry, he has developed a long list of satisfied customers.

The business services all kinds of furniture, including lounge suites, dining chairs, recliners, ottomans, bedheads, footstools and sofa beds.

For the valued clients, there are thousands of quality fabrics from which to choose.

Luke said he gained great satisfaction from completing a job and seeing the smile on his customers' face.

Due to his many years of experience, and the time and level of care it took to complete many of his projects, the upholsterer said there was no feeling quite like seeing the completed project.

He said that knowing you had used your own hands, and your hard-earned skills, to bring a smile to a person's day was what kept him in the business.

“It’s fantastic when furniture is restored to its former glory,”he said.

“Or to bring an old piece alive with a more

modern look.”

With so much experience and so many projects under his belt, Luke is only too happy to offer advice and suggestions to his clients.

Luke said his finished, refurbished works often became the centrepieces of many homes.

On some occasions, these pieces could have sentimental value for families, which was why the time and effort was all worth the result.

So, if there is a special piece that needs repairing or restoration, feel free to give Luke a call.

Mount Evelyn Upholstery is still open for business amid the Covid-19 situation and is practicing social distancing.

Quotes can be done via email pictures or on site at a convenient time.

The business can be contacted on 5964 2166 or 0402 020 554 or email mtevelynupholstery@bigpond.com.

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RUSTIC ART DECO CHARM

OFFERED for sale after more than a decade is this outstanding cottage right in the heart of Gembrook within walking distance to shops, schools, restaurants and public transport.

Set on approximately ¼ acre, the home was originally built in 1940 and has since been respectfully extended and updated to include modern comforts while reverently preserving the period charm.

From the moment you see the rustic picket fence, the home draws you in, onto the brick path, to the covered timber deck with wrought iron balustrade and past the chimney to the front door.

Still captivated by the lovingly maintained original features on the outside of the home, you step into the foyer and are impressed by the styling and characteristics of another time. The dark architraves and oversized skirting boards complement the original timber floors which feature throughout the home.

Double doors separate the foyer from the formal lounge room which has a gorgeous brick fireplace with a functional cast iron wood heater than can be used as a closed heater, or open for the complete ambient experience.

Two bedrooms are set off the formal lounge, separated by a small foyer. Both bedrooms enthral with tasteful styling, original windows, 11 foot ceilings, ceiling roses, ornate cornices and walk in robes.

On the opposing side of the lounge is the informal, open plan living, dining and

kitchen. In keeping with the original style of the home, single tilt windows adorn the walls to provide natural light, and the dark cabinetry of the kitchen perfectly complements the timber bench tops and floors.

There is an additional third bedroom off the second living area, also with walk in robe and stunning feature wall that expertly balances contemporary expression and period charm.

The open laundry separates the toilet from the bathroom which has been restored with a large shower and modern vanity.

Single tilt windows with roller blinds, classic colour scheme and gorgeous, black, claw foot bath triumphantly complete the room.

Downstairs takes you to the rear foyer which leads to the huge, undercover entertaining deck with more than enough room to relax and entertain. The deck is bordered by timber palings and staircase in keeping with the character of the home.

The rear yard is private and fully fenced with plenty of room for the kids to play.

There is also a garden studio or shed to house all your tools.

Other features of the home include large oven and cooktop, classic colour scheme, gas ducted heating, under house storage and period light switches and fittings.

There are no comparables for this property as it is truly one of a kind. Its location, charm, new additions and original features take your breath away. This home stays with you long after you’ve left. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 11 Innes Road, Gembrook 3783 Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage Price: $645,000 - $690,000 Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, BELL REAL ESTATE EMERALD

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A SOLID INVESTMENT OPPORUNITY THIS 4 bedroom brick veneer home on a flat block with a sealed driveway presents an excellent opportunity to invest in a solid family home in the Cockatoo hills.

The home welcomes with an undercover alcove into a tiled foyer that separates the main living zone from the bedrooms.

The spacious, carpeted, L shaped lounge features stunning brick fireplace with installed wood heater and additional wood storage, perfect for lazing away those cold wintery days.

The adjoining kitchen is open and bright

with dark bench tops and large windows over the sink and additional breakfast bar for informal dining and conversation.

There is a second living area adjacent to the kitchen which nicely accommodates the growing family. From here there is also access outdoors to the generous undercover entertaining area which features a lush fernery that makes entertaining outdoors private and visually appealing.

Past the second living area begins the hallway which can also be entered via the

front foyer, off which one of the bedrooms is located.

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The Wickers join Eastern

By Nick Creely The Berwick Football Club is officially Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL) bound.

The Wickers - who won senior football flags in 2015, 2017 and 2018, as well as finishing runner-up in 2019 in the AFL Outer East - will join the powerful Eastern league’s Premier Division in 2021 after being officially transferred to the competition in a move that’s been mooted for almost two years. The Wickers will become the competition’s 46th senior club.

It was back in early December last year at the EFNL annual general meeting that the clubs voted an overwhelming majority towards the Wickers moving into the competition, pending a transfer from the club’s latest competition, AFL Outer East and ratification

by AFL Victoria.

The club, which is one of the most powerful football clubs in the south east corridor, have long expressed a desire to join the formidable suburban competition as the club and the community continue to grow in numbers, and will field a seniors, reserves, under 19s and women’s side in 2021.

The addition of Berwick in 2021 will provide the league with an 11-team competition in Premier, joining local clubs Noble Park and Rowville, with a return to 10 teams in 2022.

In a statement issued on Monday afternoon, the league said that the Berwick Football Club will add so much to the powerful league, with clubs informed of Berwick’s arrival on Monday afternoon.

“Berwick’s home ground, Edwin Flack Reserve, is a high quality venue for sport in general and the club’s facilities are state of the art and will fit in perfectly with the rest of the league,” a league statement read.

“The league is very excited by the addition of the Berwick Football Club to the league and we wish them all the best in their inaugural season.”

Berwick president Glenn Gambetta said the

Berwick will officially join Eastern in 2021. 185297 club was absolutely delighted to be joining the Eastern Football League after a long process.

“The excitement at the club is unprecedented,” he said.

“In these most uncertain times, when no one knows what’s around the corner, the only

Picture: ROB CAREW thing that these guys have had to look to from a football perspective is the fact that we’re going to Eastern.

“It sets a challenge for us, and we’re really looking forward to it.”

Gambetta said the move was not just going

to benefit the football club, but the entire region.

“We had a belief that a club in the area had to put their hand up - the good kids going through here and Gippsland, if they want to play they have to travel to a Noble Park or Rowville,” he said.

“So we’ve made this decision just as much for football in the area as for the Berwick Football Club.”

Gambetta thanked the Eastern Football Netball League for facilitating the move across from the Outer East.

“I’d really like to thank Troy Swainston (Eastern CEO) and the board, they’ve been fantastic in supporting us and assisting us,” he said.

“They’ve had the resolve to get us over the line, so all credit to them.”

AFL Outer East region general manager Aaron Bailey confirmed that the Berwick Netball Club will remain in the AFL Outer East, with just the senior football club transferring to the Eastern league, and wished the Wickers the best for the future.

“AFL Outer East can confirm that the Berwick Football Club has been successful in its application to join the Eastern Football Netball League for season 2021,” Bailey said.

“We are pleased to announce that the Berwick Netball Club will remain in the AFL Outer East in 2021, with all 10 sides competing in netball next year.

“AFL Outer East and the Berwick Netball Club have begun the process of developing a long term vision for the club that will ensure it has the structures in place that will see the club compete in a football/netball structure in the long term in the Outer East.

“Further announcements in regards to competition structures, salary caps and player points will be made shortly.

“AFL Outer East wishes Berwick Football Club the best for the future.”

Lincoln scores a slam dunk for creative jersey design

By Romy Stephens Mount Evelyn’s Lincoln Denny has proven quite the artistic talent after taking out a Basketball Victoria jersey design competition.

The Design Your Jersey competition saw promising young artists from across the state design a basketball jersey.

Lincoln’s winning design featured an electric green and yellow basketball wrapped in flames. It also had the number 66 surrounded by flames with a black and white shaded background.

His electric colours, attention to detail and overall design were determined by judges as the standout component. In a Facebook post, Basketball Victoria said these features

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revealed his passion for basketball and his personality.

“I just like drawing flames. I think they look really cool,” Lincoln said.

“They are my favourite colours. Especially lime green because it’s like the Monster Energy colours.”

Lincoln, who plays basketball for the Eastern Eagles, said he was “so excited” to win the competition, particularly because he beat his three brothers, who also entered.

Lincoln’s father, Troy, said his son spent hours designing the jersey.He said Lincoln’s talent for drawing “runs in the family.”

“I’ve always really enjoyed any form of art work, and being a custom car builder I have

to use my creative side daily in my job,” Troy said.

“From a young age he always had an interest in drawing and colouring. He’d watch me for hours and then try to copy what I’d done,” Troy said.

“He loves drawing hot rods and other cars with flames and he also loves customising his BMX.” Lincoln’s prizes will include an AND1 custom basketball jersey with his winning design, a Spalding colouring-in ball and a $100 AND1 voucher for the purchase of shoes.

Lincoln with his winning design.

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