Mail - Mt Evelyn Star Mail - 19th January 2021

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Tuesday, 19 January, 2021

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Gembrook back on track

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PROPERTY GUIDE

To VCAT

By Taylah Eastwell The developer proposing a multi-level facility in the heart of Belgrave is taking the application to VCAT after a refusal by Yarra Ranges Council.

The application for a five-storey building, including a supermarket, shops, cafe, offices and childcare centre to be built at 2-14 Monbulk Road was refused by Yarra Ranges Council on 29 September.

The applicant, Pulitano Properties, has appealed Council’s decision to VCAT, with six expert witnesses expected to appear at the hearing in May. Eight full days have allegedly been pencilled into the VCAT calendar for the matter to be heard.

According to Yarra Ranges Council, the proposal was refused because it failed to meet numerous clauses in the Planning Scheme and it was not coherent with the area’s landscape.

“The development, in terms of its visual bulk, will have adverse impact on the amenity of the Puffing Billy Railway Scenic Corridor,” the refusal document read.

Council described the proposal as an “overdevelopment of the site”, with the proposed landscapes, building design, neighbourhood character and plans for vegetation removal not in line with the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme.

Director of Planning, Design and Development, Kath McClusky said council’s refusal was on a number of grounds.

“Such as issues raised with the applicant by Council not being resolved and Vicroads (now Department of Transport) objecting to the application at the time,” Ms McClusky said.

VicRoads remain unsupportive of the high levels of vehicle access required at the Belgrave Gembrook road entrance, claiming the conflict between vehicles leaving the round-about, entering and exiting the site, as well as trucks and pedestrians crossing at the front, makes for an “overly complex access location”.

Belgrave community members are not backing down, with many lodging written submissions to VCAT and opting to attend the online hearing in May.

An artist’s impression of the Belgrave Motors site.

Hills resident and Belgrave Tecoma Township Group treasurer Karl Williams has already lodged his personal objection, having asked for one hour to speak at the hearing.

“The developer has pulled the oldest trick in the business and has lodged his VCAT appeal just before Christmas, so that has caught many people away or about to leave for holidays and has limited the number of objections,” he said.

Mr Williams said the build would create a “traffic nightmare”.

“As most hills residents know, the Belgrave roundabout is one of the worst bottlenecks in the hills already. It gets enormous amounts of traffic, especially at AM and PM peaks. With increased congestion you’ll have problems with Terry’s Avenue, which is already one of the steepest roads in Melbourne, and is subject to mist and slippery conditions on a blind corner opposite a primary school,” he said.

“Most hills people realise that it is a valuable site and should be developed, but this is totally inappropriate,” he said.

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Petition looks bright Upwey Parents and Carers for Sun Safety member Amy Muratore with her daughter Violet, Cr Catherine Burnett-Wake and Cr Johanna Skelton at Upwey Main St Playground last Thursday, where a petition was handed over calling for a new shade sail for the park.

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The original New Belgrave Motors site.

Appeal motors to VCAT From page 1 According to Mr Williams, the developer has “tried to maximise everything possible” by pushing the site to the very limits of the property.

“96.7 percent of the site will be built upon if this goes through,” he said.

A further reason for council’s refusal was that the design “lacks adequate regard” for the value of local vegetation.

Mr Williams said the build will interfere with the root protection zones of 24 trees outside of the address which will also need to be removed, including an “old giant Messmate tree on Monbulk Road that houses multiple nesting hollows“.

Belgrave resident Paul O’Halloran said the proposal goes to show how “people, in the seeking of wealth, seem to get a sense of entitlement“.

“By suggesting that some of the neighbouring trees need to be cut down, it shows you that someone can come up with something like this and allow other people to suffer loss just to make money,” Mr O’Halloran said.

Both Mr O’Halloran and Mr Williams said the proposal was not publicly advertised, which has created concern over low numbers of objectors at the upcoming hearing.

“This application was never advertised and so residents didn’t have the chance to hear of it nor did they have the chance to object. You can only object when something has been advertised,” Mr Williams said.

“When an appeal to VCAT takes place all objectors are notified so this notification didn’t take place in this instance which is another reason, besides the timing, that there aren’t as many objectors at VCAT.

Ms McClusky said Yarra Ranges Council refused the application before it reached the advertisement stage due to unresolved issues and VicRoads objections.

“Council may refuse applications prior to the advertising stage, based on objections by key agencies (such as the CFA or VicRoads), or unresolved issues with the application,“ she said.

Ms McClusky said the applicant was required as part of the VCAT process to give notice to adjoining properties. She said two signs have been erected at the site and a notice appeared in the Ferntree Gully Belgrave Star Mail on 22 December.

“The community can use this opportunity to lodge a submission if they would like to,“ Ms McClusky said.

“We will be participating in the appeal

process to reiterate council’s reasons for the refusal,“ she said.

The Department of Transport said it has since been working with the applicant to identify changes that would address its road safety concerns and ensure the development does not negatively impact congestion.

The Department said in a statement that it will participate in the VCAT hearing to ensure the changes are incorporated into the final design, if VCAT decides that a permit should be granted.

“We will continue to work with local council and the developers of this project to ensure any potential changes to the site will not negatively impact road users in the area,“ a Department of Transport spokesperson said.

The Star Mail contacted the applicant for comment.

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IN BRIEF P-Plater loses licence

Men wait for shed

By Taylah Eastwell Upwey Men’s Shed members are itching to get their hands busy with community projects, as they eagerly await an agreement from Yarra Ranges Council for the build of their new Men’s Shed.

Council’s most recent proposal was that the shed be located at Upwey Operations Depot off Glenfern Road, after what the men describe as a “frustrating two years of searching for a suitable site.”

The decision to offer a shed at the Operations Depot came after Yarra Ranges Council heard submissions from the public on the originally proposed site at 56 Griffiths Road at their meeting on February 25 2020.

Yarra Ranges Councillor Richard Higgins said in May last year that the alternative site was investigated after taking on board submissions made to the Special Committee and looking into what would be required from a planning and zoning perspective at the Griffiths Road site.

“As a result, we re-engaged with the Upwey Men’s Shed group to take another look at some locations that were previously discarded, with the Upwey Depot site on Glenfern Road now being the favourable option,” he said.

“Originally a lack of available space was the reason for previously overlooking the site, but if reconfigured, there could be a way to house the Upwey Men’s Shed within that compound.

Cr Higgins said in May last year that “the next step is to obtain a report on the suitability of the new proposed location, and then we’ll go from there.”

President of Upwey Men’s Shed Gerran Wright said the depot site seemed adequate

Upwey Men’s Shed members are eagerly awaiting an agreement from council for the build of their new shed. for their shed to contain a workshop and to conduct social activities and meet with members while being independent and autonomous from council operations.

Upwey Men’s Shed was encouraged with financial support from Dandenong Ranges Community Bank, the Victorian and Federal Government and Yarra Ranges Council. They have also raised funds themselves through memberships, local raffles and sausage sizzles with “generous” support from local businesses in Upwey.

Mr Wright said “Covid-19 put a bit of a dampener to the fundraising and face to face meetings, but did not dampen the members keen focus on getting the shed established.

They met frequently with Council via zoom to keep the shed project moving forward.”

One challenge at the proposed depot site is the expense of upgrading the power supply at the site, with the men keen to demonstrate that there are alternative ways to provide pow-

er from solar and battery installations.

“We have all the funds in place now and are just waiting on an agreement with Yarra Ranges Council so that we can proceed with the shed project,” Mr Wright said.

While the members cannot currently provide workshop activities, they continue to meet on Monday and Wednesdays at the Upwey Township Hall for coffee and biscuits and to meet other locals who may wish to get involved.

“The service is a lifeline to a number of members whose physical and mental health has suffered particularly due to isolation and loneliness this last year,” Mr Wright said.

“Our goal for 2021 is to reach agreement and build the shed in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and to raise more cash to assist with the construction and fit out of the new shed.

Yarra Ranges Council was contacted for comment.

Libraries return to normal operating There’s great news for the readers of Casey and Cardinia, with Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) returning to normal, pre-Covid operating hours.

From 31 January all libraries, including Pakenham, Emerald, Bunjil Place, Cranbourne, Doveton, Endeavour Hills and Hampton Park, will revert back to regular hours, including Saturdays and Sundays.

The iconic Casey Mobile Library will continue its normal operating hours, including Saturdays at Bunyip.

“We are simply delighted to be welcoming people back into our libraries. We know how important libraries are to the community,” CCL CEO Chris Buckingham said.

“They offer a safe place where people from all walks of life can catch up, study, participate in programs and borrow books.

“The library is a happy place for people.

We are very much looking forward to returning to normal hours of operation at the end of January.”

Go to CCL.vic.gov.au to search for your local library’s opening hours.

An 18-year-old probationary driver was detected speeding 40km/ph over the limit in Sassafras at the weekend.

The man, who had held his licence for less than a month, was caught travelling at 90km/h in a 50km/h zone on Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd around 1.30am on Sunday 17 January.

Officers issued the man with a $620 penalty notice and his licence will be suspended for six months.

Police have established Operation Deliver to target hoon driving, banned drivers and drink/drug driving offences across the Yarra Ranges.

Target locations include Mt Dandenong, including the Tourist Road, Ridge Road and Mountain Highway, as well as Warburton and surrounding Yarra Valley areas including Mt Donna Buang.

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Report it via Crime Stoppers: https://bddy. me/2N8W6ah Please include: Date, time, exact (or approximate) location, any vehicle descriptions or registration numbers.

Railway station thefts A 19-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman, both from Dandenong South, were arrested

by Transit Divisional Response Unit last week following a series of thefts from local railway stations.

Police allege the offences started in November and continued until mid-January, with a long list of stations having reported thefts, including Belgrave, Bayswater, Croydon and Ringwood.

The man is expected to be charged with 51 offences including theft of motor vehicle, theft from motor vehicle, evades and theft.

The woman is expected to be charged with multiple counts of handling stolen goods.

Transit Safety Division Inspector Andrew Gustke said Transit Safety Division polices the public transport network which is covered by CCTV. “The message to anyone is that if your intention is to commit crime or anti-social behaviour in the vicinity of public transport, you will be caught by CCTV,” Inspector Gustke said.

Cigarette theft Monbulk police are seeking public assistance to help identify a person who stole $130.00 worth of tobacco from a petrol station.

The offender entered Monbulk’s EG Fuel shop on Main Road before leaning across the counter and taking the tobacco while the shop assistant was serving another customer.

Police believe the person resides in the Monbulk area.

Information regarding the identity of the person should be passed to Leading Senior Constable EDDYVANE at Monbulk Police on 9756 6266 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

From left, Emerald resident Jess Nichols with daughter Annalise, 2, Casey Cardinia Libraries Emerald branch manager Jess Nichols, Chase, 7, and CCL CEO Chris Buckingham.

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THE LOWDOWN Q&A

with lawyer Ben Watson

The Star Mail caught up with Lilydale-based lawyer, BEN WATSON for a Q&A. Ben is a criminal defence lawyer and volunteer organiser of the Mr Perfect Men’s Health monthly community BBQ. What got you interested in a career in law?

I was at a crossroads when I finished an Advanced Diploma of Justice at Chisholm, between becoming a lawyer or joining Victoria Police. I had completed some work experience at the Frankston Magistrates Court, I was watching the local lawyers such as James Dowsley and Will Parker skilfully represent their clients and tell their story and I was really attracted to the ability to advocate for disadvantaged members of the community. I enjoy being able to represent young clients and assist in their path to a better life through making contact with drug and alcohol services, housing support and mental health supports.

It was through the support of my teachers at Chisholm that I decided to apply at Deakin University in a law degree and was accepted in 2014.

What was your most memorable moment?

Why? In April 2020, I instructed a Barrister in a Court of Appeal matter, it was my first hearing in the Supreme Court and due to COVID-19 was conducted online. Whilst the appeal was unsuccessful, the experience gained was immense and it was quite a large case for someone in their first years of practice.

What would your last meal be?

My mother’s curried sausages, it brings me back to coming home from footy training as a junior when it was freezing cold, there is nothing better.

What do you love most about the Yarra Ranges?

The amount of parklands and trails, as a cyclist I love riding on all the different paths. The air

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What event, past, present, or future, would you like to witness?

I really would have liked to witness Martin Luther King Jr’s ‘I have a dream’ speech in Washington in 1963, there has been no speech since which has had such a large impact on civil rights internationally.

Tell us about your most interesting day at work recently?

It’s a difficult question, as every day is interesting and you never know which case will come across your desk next!

Which six guests, dead or alive, would you invite to a dinner party?

Barack Obama, Anthony Bourdain, Jerry Seinfeld, Quentin Tarantino, Miles Davis, Muhammad Ali. What has been the proudest moment of your career to date?

I had one particular client that came to our offices before Christmas one year, the client had an intervention order placed against him and was unsure of the conditions. He was of the belief that he could not see his daughter for Christmas and this was extremely distressing.

I was able to explain both the law and conditions to him and essentially advised that he could see his daughter for Christmas. There were tears of happiness that afternoon and it was extremely fulfilling to use the law to provide some positivity to his life.

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Hold a cupcake decorating competition.

A cupcake or cookie decorating competition is the perfect way to keep the kids amused for a few hours and sort afternoon tea.

Get the kids involved in baking a batch of cupcakes or cookies, then set them loose with a rainbow of icing colours, bowls of sprinkles and lollies.

Enjoy a movie marathon.

A rainy day is the perfect time to organise a movie marathon.

Perhaps choose a movie series such as Spy Kids or movies with a theme, such as space, nature or comedy. Turn the idea into an event by creating invitations for everyone attending. Give every family member something fun to do - smaller children make great ushers and popcorn sellers, and the ‘projectionist’ can man the remote and pick the first film.

Organise a bug hunt in the backyard.

Get the kids searching around flowers, bushes and the bases of trees. Turning over small or medium-sized rocks will also usually yield some creepy crawlies.

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Lashed by planning rules

By Taylah Eastwell A Ferntree Gully businesswoman is fed up with Knox City Council, accusing it of “backflipping” on agreements and unfairly denying her a building permit.

Beautician Holly James has operated her eyelash extension business from home for the past two and a half years.

Having established a loyal client base, 2020 presented the perfect opportunity for Ms James to finally take the leap into leasing her first shopfront.

Ms James signed a lease for a shopfront in Station Street, Ferntree Gully, in June last year.

Overwhelmed with excitement at the thought of opening her own salon, Ms James could not wait to begin providing a new place of employment for up to five staff, including a trainee and receptionist.

Fast forward six months, Ms James’s excitement has been overshadowed by disappointment, frustration and anger, after continuously jumping through hoops in an attempt to get her building permit approved – to no avail.

“In hindsight, if I knew the amount of utterly ridiculous mandates that are unfairly being imposed on me from a single person within Knox Council, I never would have started this process,” Ms James said.

Ms James was required to get a building permit in order to create individual treatment rooms inside the building. Applying for a building permit sparked the need to comply with Australian Building Codes.

“The Building Codes of Australia DP1 and FP2.1 state that I must provide disability access to the premises to patrons, and sanitary facilities to staff. Which I agree, it should be accessible,” she said.

As her shopfront has a small step, Ms James sought the advice of an independent consultant who advised her to provide a ramp and doorbell at the front of her shop, in order to provide access for patrons in wheelchairs.

Knox City Council agreed to this plan.

However, one issue remains.

“I am being unfairly denied a building permit on the basis that the toilet is not wide enough for a staff member with a wheelchair disability. It’s because my toilet isn’t wide enough for a wheelchair and I can not change that because it is a solid concrete wall,” Ms James said.

“There is legislation in place that allows my planned build to happen if such circumstances arise. Yet, this is being ignored,” she said.

Ms James is not required to provide a wheelchair accessible toilet for patrons – only for staff.

Her consultant advised Ms James that al-

Holly James signed a lease for a shop in Ferntree Gully in June last year and is still unable to operate due to her building permit being denied.

Picture: TAYLAH EASTWELL though the Building Code requires a disabled toilet to be provided for staff, there are options for situations when this is not possible.

The consultant told Ms James that the tasks her staff would perform, such as applying lashes and spray tanning, did not require the presence in the building of a fully accessible toilet as the work could not be undertaken by

an employee in a wheelchair.

Ms James was told by the consultants that they had received “verbal go ahead” from Knox City Council over the phone that a performance-based solution would be an appropriate alternative.

The alternative proposed was that the staff toilet be an ambulant toilet, complete with rail-

ing, instead of a wheelchair accessible toilet.

Based on the assurance that this would be an appropriate alternative, Ms James paid $3,000 for a formal report detailing the performance-based solution and submitted it to Council, only for it to be knocked back.

Ms James’s consultants described the rejection as “really unreasonable”.

“You’ve got a small business woman trying to make a go of it, dealing with Covid and trying to employ staff, it comes down to common sense and what’s reasonable,” the consultants said.

Knox’s Acting Director City Strategy and Integrity, Anthony Petherbridge told the Star Mail that Council’s goal was to support new businesses to create local employment opportunities.

“We proactively encourage proprietors to contact us before signing a lease, to understand the requirements and get relevant building, planning and health advice. We are responsible for ensuring applications comply with State Government codes, including access requirements which are important but can be a showstopper for some small businesses, “ he said.

“In this instance, the applicant had already signed a lease. Throughout the application process we have provided consistent advice on how to comply with the requirements, including the option to request the Building Appeals Board to approve the design.”

Council told Ms James she needed to apply for ‘unjustifiable hardship’ and go through the Building Appeals Board, which presents a further cost of $600 and another six month wait – all while paying rent at a shopfront she cant utilise.

“I have already paid $1200 in fees to the council for my permit to be processed plus the $3,000 for the report,” she said.

Ms James’s consultants said alternate proposals are often used and accepted by surveyors in similar situations where the work undertaken at a premises cannot be completed by a person in a wheelchair, saying it comes down to “common sense”.

“If it was a matter of they literally can not accept it (the alternate toilet plans), that would be fine. But they can, and are choosing not to,” Ms James said.

“You hear all these things in the news about, ‘support small business, rebuild the economy’, so you would think council would be 100 percent on board with that. There’s even grants going to women in business at the moment, while I’ve been trying to provide employment for women for over six months. It’s just so frustrating.

Fruit fly found in Silvan Yarra Ranges Council is asking residents to be on the lookout for the Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) in coming months and help prevent its spread, after a detection of the fly in Silvan this month.

The Queensland Fruit Fly is a horticultural pest, which lays eggs in fruit and vegetables.

The damaged fruit and veggies rot inside while the eggs mature into larvae, making the produce inedible and unsaleable.

QFF was detected in the Yarra Valley in February 2018, in January 2019 and March 2020. Containment and eradication treatments were then put in place by private landowners.

Yarra Ranges Council was notified of a recent detection of the QFF in early January this year.

Residents in the immediate surrounding area are being notified in writing and provided with information on how to prevent the pest spreading.

The QFF is active in fruiting season, though populations increase in spring when temperatures rise above 16 degrees. They can remain active in autumn and winter in warmer weather.

Council and Agribusiness Yarra Valley will work with the landowners to contain and eradicate any QFF. Fruit fly populations can increase in nummailcommunity.com.au

Peach with QFF larvae.

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Residents with fruit trees can prune their trees to a reachable height, harvest fruit quickly and keep an eye out, as the fruit fly looks for ripe fruit to breed.

Good ways of preventing the spread of the Queensland Fruit Fly are: Pruning fruit trees in gardens to a manageable size. Smaller fruit trees are easier to implement fruit fly controls on and are more manageable for home gardeners.

Infestation can occur when fruit on high branches are left unharvested. The best time of year to prune fruit trees is in late winter and early spring, when trees are generally dormant.

The Queensland Fruit Fly has been detected in Silvan recently.

· Picking fruit before it falls from the tree.

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Damaged and fallen fruit can become a refuge for fruit fly maggots. Dispose of all fallen or damaged fruit properly to minimize the risk of spreading QFF. If you have fruit grown in areas where QFF exists and are returning to the area, leave it behind, eat it all or cook it before bringing it into the Yarra Valley to protect the area.

Install QFF traps if you are in the Yarra Val-

ley, and monitor each week for flies.

fruit fly bait on trees and leaves if · Apply you’ve had a detection in your area. The bait will kill flies.

Infested fruit or vegetables can be microwaved to kill maggots. Alternatively, fruit and vegetables can be frozen for two days to kill off maggots and larvae before they are disposed of.

QFF traps and bait are available at garden centres or online.

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New book binds cultures

By Taylah Eastwell A Ferntree Gully father has published a children’s book in hopes that it will give kids a new perspective of cultural awareness.

Percy Shozi has always worn many hats. He is a father, a poet, a musician – but one thing he is extremely proud of is publishing his first children’s book recently.

Mr Shozi said his inspiration for his book, Who Am I? came from his daughters, five-yearold Nala and three-year-old Zara.

“I want my girls to grow up seeing kids that look like them in books. I want them to see brown superheroes and strong brown girls.

Growing up in Africa I never saw kids that looked like me, or houses that looked like mine in books. Sadly, little has changed. I searched through all my local bookshops and libraries and I found a very limited number of books with diverse characters. I decided to do something about it. For my kids,” he said.

Who Am I? is the first book in Shozi’s upcoming series titled Zola the Zulu Girl. The series tells the story of Zola – a young girl growing up in Australia exploring her African roots. His first publication allows children to learn all about Zola and the wonderful things she likes to do.

“It encourages them about their identity and knowing who they are. My oldest is starting school soon and kids do all sorts of things in school that we do not have control over as parents and I feel if they know who they are and their identity they will manage to survive,” he said.

Mr Shozi said his series will cover topics such as missing family overseas and learning about culture.

“When children see characters who are different to them, it builds empathy and appreciation for difference,” he said.

“I’ve had a lot of emails and feedback since publishing the book with people saying they wish this was here when they were growing up,

Percy Shozi has published his first children’s book. it just shows it was needed in the market and I feel privileged to have filled that gap.”

A review on Mr Shozi’s website says “the books arrived yesterday and my daughter was so happy that Zola has hair just like hers!”.

But the most important review of all was that of his two girls, with Mr Shozi happy to report his two girls love his book.

“They’ve memorised it, they love it and want to read it all the time. They are really

good at memorising books and it’s great to see the message is coming across,” he said.

Who Am I? is now on sale at https://www. percyspoems.com/online-store/Who-Am-Ip264567491

We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re removing 75 dangerous and congested level crossings, with 44 already gone. We’re also continuing works to prepare for major construction on North East Link.

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Town steams on

By Mitchell Clarke Gembrook traders have welcomed Puffing Billy’s return to the township, almost a year after services were brought to an abrupt halt due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

In a sign of things returning to some normalcy, the iconic steamer rolled into Gembrook station for the first time in more than 320 days on Saturday 16 January.

The township at the top of the line was cut off after the Federal Government’s decision to implement travel restrictions for Chinese travellers. It was also the last to resume, after the attraction reopened in November last year.

For the time being, the full service will only operate on weekends, but Puffing Billy CEO Steve O’Brien said that could increase depending on demand.

“We’re working on our domestic service at the moment, which is much lower than the international market, so we need to look at the viability of running services,” he explained.

“We’re responding to the market and watching the response we’re getting. If we keep getting a positive result, we’ll put on more services.”

Prior to Covid-19, 65 to 70 percent of the train’s patronage was made up of the international market.

The first service back sold out prior to opening day, providing some much needed good news for Puffing Billy, who had just weeks

Puffing Billy returns to Gembrook!

Picture: GARRY MCGOUGH before been incorrectly deemed a Covid-19 exposure site. DHHS later clarified an infected person had visited the Lakeside Paddleboats in Emerald.

Mr O’Brien said the 2020 year had been one of the worst - if not the worst - in 120 years of operation.

“Financially, we’ve been very grateful to the State Government who has helped us out.

Without them, we wouldn’t be here,” he said.

The train’s presence has also been welcomed by the Gembrook community, who have been without the tourism dollar.

Eastern Dandenong Ranges Association (EDRA) chair Garry McGough said businesses had become “more innovative” in order to survive.

Mr McGough compiled a survey last year

asking all local businesses how important the tourism operator was to their individual success.

“They said it was very important,” he said.

“It’s been a year of change for Gembrook.

Yes, the traders had a really tough time but they’ve overcome it. They’ve dug deep and gone the extra yards and as a result, our businesses have made the best out of a bad situation.

“They’ve survived the worst of it, and if we can get more people coming in to visit, the traders might actually be in a better position than they once were.”

One of those traders, Kevin Thompson from CK Elements, said it was an “exciting day” to see Billy make its way back.

“It’s such a boost to Gembrook’s community, its local businesses, and a real chance for Gembrook to showcase its range of top class restaurants, cafes, retail outlets and bakery to a clientele that we wouldn’t normally have exposure to,” he said.

“From the renowned Independent restaurant, the best pizza’s from the Station House, the stunning views from Forest Edge Restaurant, the walking trails and a thriving little town rich with history in mining and agriculture, there is certainly something for everyone to experience.”

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Works on designing Emerald Secondary College’s $5.576 million upgrade have officially begun, but critics say it’s taken far too long.

Labor Eastern Victoria MP Harriet Shing announced on Monday 11 January that Craig Tan Architects had been appointed to design the upgrade. The school will be upgraded and modernised but the exact works aren’t yet fully known.

Ms Shing said the upgrades would ensure that the school’s facilities “better the efforts of students, staff and teachers”.

“The appointment of the architect is another huge step forward in delivering a bright, modern and fit-for-purpose school for the Hills,” she said.

Ms Shing added it had been a “privilege” to work alongside the school’s principal and the School Building Authority to deliver the funding. In October 2020, the school secured a further $558,000 to plan for future upgrades.

“Planning for school upgrades in the future will provide a much-needed boost to our economy as we get on with the post pandemic recovery,” Education Minister James Merlino said at the time.

But the State Government’s planning has come under fire from Liberal Gembrook MP Brad Battin, who said the school had missed out on funding for too long.

“I support the work getting underway, but it is a shame the Labor party have taken so long to realise Emerald students deserve equal to the rest of Victoria,” Mr Battin said.

“Students in year 12 in 2021 have missed out on new upgrades at Emerald since the Labor Government cut the commitment made by the Liberal Party in 2014. They put politics ahead of students in Emerald and this year’s VCE class missed out.”

The school has long been caught in a political crossfire between both major parties.

In May 2019, Ms Shing said that “Brad Battin should be ashamed of himself for using this school and community as a political football” after the school missed out on funding in an earlier state budget.

“We are delivering the biggest school building boom in our state’s history, however we need to responsibly manage the needs of all of our schools. Emerald Secondary College will be considered as a part of future budgets,” she said at the time.

Parents put heat on council over sunny playground

By Taylah Eastwell A group of Upwey parents and carers have proved they are a powerful force, having had their concerns over lack of shade at Upwey Main St playground heard by council.

After joining forces over the Facebook page, Upwey Parents and Carers for Sun Safety, the group created a petition for a new shade sail to be installed over the play equipment.

Upwey mother and member of Upwey Parents and Carers for Sun Safety, Amy Muratore said it was “really exciting to have made a bit of headway with council”.

“I have a two-year-old and am a frequent user of the Upwey Main Street playground.

One of the things when you are down there pushing your kid on the swing that comes up every time is that it’s a great playground, but it’s terrible that it doesn’t have a shade sail,” Ms Muratore said.

The original plan to head down to the park with a clipboard went out the window once Covid struck, with the petition moved online.

The online setting did not halt the success of the cause, however, with the petition almost at 200 signatures from concerned locals.

“We had a playdate to discuss the best strategy to get council on board. We heard there was a lot of history of various groups trying to get it off the ground, and agreed our mailcommunity.com.au

Upwey Main Street playground will soon be covered by a shade sail, thanks to a petition by local parents and carers.

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS collective voices as parents added weight,” Ms Muratore said.

“We were hoping we could appeal to the fact it is a safety issue and particularly as years go on and the planets gets hotter, it is something that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later.

“And also the fact that the Main St misses out on us buying a coffee or lunch and fre-

quenting the gift stores because we have to go elsewhere with our kids,” she said.

Streeton Ward Councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake and Lyster Ward Councillor Johanna Skelton met with Ms Muratore at the playground last week where the petition was officially handed over.

Ms Muratore praised the diversity of representatives on council this year.

“Different age demographics make for a more diverse council, we all have different needs and it is really great to see that represented on council,“ she said.

Cr Burnett-Wake said the leader of Project Upwey Community Group, Andrew Peterson, raised the long-standing issue of the lack of shade with her at the start of her election campaign. She discussed the issue with the Director of Environment and Infrastructure for Yarra Ranges Council, who assured the shade issue would be promptly assessed.

“It was soon determined that the lack of shade in the playground needed to be rectified as a priority, and the council has set aside funding to resolve the issue. The tender process has begun, and it is anticipated the implementation of new shade will be completed in the coming months,” Ms BurnettWake said.

“Subsequently, a local parents’ group approached me about this matter. They have collected over 200 signatures, which again confirms that the lack of shade and sun safety in playgrounds is a hot button issue within the community,” she said.

Ms Burnett-Wake said “although council has a solution for Upwey in progress” she will be presenting the signatures at the next council meeting “to press the importance of ensuring sun safety - not just in Upwey - but across the entire Yarra Ranges Council area.”

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Lighting up Upwey

By Taylah Eastwell The shopfronts of Upwey were brought to life during the 2020 festive period, with many local traders competing over who had the most festive shop window.

An Upwey couple decided to pull together a plan to get as many traders as possible to decorate their shop windows for Christmas.

The idea quickly evolved into a healthy competition, with shop owner’s busily planning their creative masterpieces to impress the local residents who came down to shop and dine in the main street.

The town soon became a colourful display of lights, Christmas decorations, Santa’s, snow, barbies, elves, presents and of course, reindeers.

The initiative was made possible with the help of the Upwey Township Group, Project Upwey, Yarra Ranges Council & the Upwey Community Bank.

Community members were able to get involved by voting for their favourite window in the ‘Community Favourite Award’, which was then won by owners Paul & Tania of Cafe Have Ya Bean. Paul and Tania were given $500 and a trophy.

First prize went to Enchanted Pines who also won $500 and a trophy. Second prize went to Ward & Wylie and third prize went to Rogue Bear.

‘Light Up Upwey’ event has been received so well that the community are already discussing ideas for 2021 and beyond.

Prize-winning festive fun

By Taylah Eastwell An Emerald woman’s magical Christmas display has provided a surprising Christmas gift for a local community care charity.

Fernlea Community Care was chosen as the recipient of $10,000 in prize money after Emerald resident Sheena Williams took out a Bunning’s competition for the best Christmas decorations.

Ms Williams is an “all-round Christmas addict” and has been collecting Lemax Christmas village decorations for 30 years.

Her growing display takes up an entire room each festive season, with family and friends invited over to see the magical wonderland each year.

Ms Williams, who works for Bunning’s, submitted a photo of her display to an internal employee competition titled ‘Challenge Accepted’, which sought photographs of anything Christmas related in order to bring cheer after an otherwise difficult year.

The prize for the winner of each state was money donated by Bunning’s to a charity of their choice.

To her surprise, Ms Williams was labelled the Victorian winner of the competition.

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By Jed Lanyon Healesville’s Grand Hotel has fitted out the pub’s exterior with several posters in a bid to lift community spirit.

Pedestrians and drivers passing the iconic hotel can easily spot the signage, which has been created by locals to share messages of support for those doing it tough.

Healesville resident and pub-goer Kersten Gentle said the idea came from her daughter Nikita, who pitched the idea to the business owners of the hotel.

“We recognised how community minded Lisa and Tom are and my daughter said, ‘why don’t we do some posters to brighten up the place as people are walking’ and the response from people has been amazing,” Ms Gentle said.

“This town has gone through a lot in the past and I know that if the community comes together now, we will make sure that everyone gets through this. And that’s what these posters are about; making sure that everyone comes through the other end of this pandemic.”

Business owner Lisa McKay-Campbell invites locals to design their own A2 posters to display across the pub as they enlist the services of Breen Printing to create their positive posters. Relatives of Ms McKay-Campbell, who were in Mallacoota at the time of the recent bushfires were involved in a similar feat paying respects to the nation’s firefighters.

The idea initially started as a home-schooling art class activity but is now open for people of all ages with time to spare in isolation.

“One of the biggest problems with the pandemic is the effect on people’s mental health, so if these posters can put a smile on someone’s face then the Grand is doing a good job ...

To me this is the perfect canvas for our town,” Ms Gentle said.

Ms McKay-Campbell said that some of her

Business owners Tom and Lisa with kids Levi and Maeve. 208350 customers would share that the brief interaction with the hotel’s staff would be the only human contact they receive for the day.

The Grand Hotel is now operating a drivethrough takeaway meal service for locals looking for a restaurant quality meal without having to leave the comfort of their car.

“It’s something that we would never had or-

dinarily done ... It’s the only thing we can really do,” Ms McKay-Campbell said.

“You drive through the bottle shop and they pass it to you through the car window. You can literally come through in your pyjamas.”

As part of their takeaway menu, the hotel has also started cooking regular Sunday roasts for customers.

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Ms William’s partner, Jackie, said they both had no idea the prize money was of such a large amount.

“We thought it might be a hamper, or at best, a BBQ. When Sheena found out she was absolutely floored,” Jackie said.

Ms Williams chose Fernlea Community Care to be the recipient of the money for the amazing work they do not only in the Emerald community, but also much further afield.

“Sheena had to ring Fernlea to let them know and say, guess what, Bunning’s are giving you $10,000, it sounded like a hoax,” Jackie said.

Once Ms William’s explained what the competition was all about, Fernlea were grateful to have been chosen.

CEO of Fernlea Community Care, Sue McIvor said the team at Fernlea is grateful, especially to Sheena and the team at Bunnings, who nominated Fernlea as their preferred charity.

“You can be assured that the money will go towards helping us deliver our community services to people with a life-limiting illness,” she said.

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Explore the senses

By Taylah Eastwell Community members are invited to take part in a playful, interactive walking experience on Mt Dandenong these school holidays.

As part of a curated program devised by local dancers and artists, Environmental Performance Authority (EPA), a sensory walk will be taking place until 26 January.

The sensory walk is a playful interactive walking experience along the paths of Mt Dandenong, offering sensitive and creative provocations that can be undertaken at any time.

The walk begins at Trig Track car park, opposite the CFA on Ridge Road in Kalorama, and ends at Mt Corhanwarrabul (also known as Burke’s Lookout Reserve).

By going to https://dancingplacecorhanwarrabul.com/sensory-walk/ on a phone or

Participants exploring the Sensory Walk. device, visitors can click on an interactive map to view 10 pinned sites along the Mt Dandenong paths and read a suggested task for each site.

Visitors are then encouraged to upload to the same website their response for each site,

in the form of a text, photo, short video or sound recording.

The sensory walk is a family friendly, easy to moderate walk (with a few steep bits) that is great for encouraging observation of nature.

Visitors should allow 1.5 to two hours including return.

Responses can be uploaded to the website until 26 January 2021.

The Sensory Walk has been devised as part of Dancing Place: Corhanwarrabul, a program curated by local artist/dancer Gretel Taylor, produced by BodyPlaceProject and supported

by Yarra Ranges Council and RidgeWalk.

Ms Taylor said “people who look at the website can go for a walk along the track from Kalorama to Mt Corhanwarrabul. They can go to points on the map and do sensory activities to enhance their ideas of the place.”

Dandenong Ranges Steiner School Kindergarten will receive a $61,936 to improve its learning environments, with funded three-year-old kindergarten programs beginning to rollout in 2021.

The funding will be used to purchase a new roof and veranda extension for the kindergarten. The new corrugated iron roof will replace the existing tiled roof, which is considered to not be suitable for the building due to inappropriate ridge lines that have caused issues with leaking and ceiling collapse issues in the past.

The veranda extension will provide shelter for the children, their bags and shoes, which aren’t adequately protected with the current veranda. There is limited room for children and staff to shelter under the veranda when it rains, with shoes and bags often becoming wet.

Monbulk MP James Merlino said investing in early years is vital to encouraging a strong educational future and fostering a lifelong love of learning.

“This investment will mean Monbulk children can access high quality kinder close to home,” he said.

The Victorian Budget 2020/21 will invest a further $38.5 million into the Building Blocks grants program, which offers early childhood providers funding towards building, expanding, improving and creating more inclusive early learning facilities.

Applications are also now open for the next round of Building Blocks including major works grants of up to $500,000 – minor works of up to $50,000 – and including grants of up to $200,000 to make kinders more accessible for all children of all abilities.

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Cardinia Shire Australia Day Cardinia Shire Council is proud to announce the nominees of the 2021 Australia Day Awards. The winners will be announced next week.

Citizen of the Year nominees

Young Citizen of the Year nominees

• Mr Jasbir Singh Suropada

• Mr Michael Pearce

• Mr Sakattar Singh • Mr Tony Fitzgerald • Mrs Wendy Andrews • Mr Brijal Parikh • Mr Hardev Singh Cheema • Mr Brett Barker • Mrs Shoheli Sunjida

Event of the Year nominees • South Sudanese Community Day • Cardinia Farm and Food Festival

• Mrs Aanchal Meshram

• Pakenham Welcomes 2020: New Year Eve event

• Mr Chris Rogers

• Isolation Exhibition • Multicultural Cricket Tournament

Senior Citizen of the Year nominees • Mr Ian Wake • Mrs Gwenda Preston • Mrs Diane Norton • Mr Stan Hamilton

• Voices From The Past - Book Launch • Garfield Christmas Festival • Cockatoo Country Virtual Markets • A Part Together • Kids Fun Run with Thomas

• Mrs Susan (Sue) Wales

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An Aussie favourite The humble Aussie lamington, this fine Australian culinary icon that consists of sponge cake dipped in chocolate and liberally sprinkled with fine desiccated coconut is as an Australia Day treat.

Like a good Victorian beer with the cricket, Lamingtons on Australia Day is an Australian ritual, and when you bite into the little square shaped sponge cake it’s easy to see why they are so popular.

Exactly who whipped together the first recipe is still up for debate, with both Toowoomba and Ipswich and New Zealand claiming to be the lamington’s birthplace.

Of course, for all these so-called claims are stories of how this Australian icon came to be.

One such story suggests lamingtons were created through an accident at work by a maidservant to Lord Lamington, the thoroughly British eighth Governor of Queensland.

It tells the story of a maid who accidentally dropped sponge cake into some melted chocolate and, to avoid food waste and messy fingers when the cake was being eaten, it was dipped in coconut - an error turned into a dessert that Lord Lamington from Brisbane loved.

Another story suggests that Lord Lamington had unexpected guests but the cupboard was bare except for a stale sponge cake.

The chef had to improvise and coated the cake in chocolate and rolled it in coconut to disguise its staleness.

In any case, no matter who really invented

it or where and when, today, it’s one of Australia’s national dishes, and in 2006, The National Trust of Queensland named it a “Heritage Icon” - there’s even a National Lamington Day on 21 July.

Though there may be an official date to eat a lamington what better way to spend Australia Day than with a cheeky lamington on the side.

This Australia Day, Beechworth Bakery will host a lamington sale where customers can buy three lamingtons and receive another three free.

Beechworth Bakery is located at 316 Maroondah Highway, Healesville and is open every day, except Christmas, from 6.30am to 5.30pm.

The Beechworth Bakery is the place to enjoy a delicious, fresh lamington this Australia Day.

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Family friendly day out While the Upwey Belgrave RSL was created to support returned servicemen and their families, it has now become a location for the entire community to enjoy.

Established in 1949, the traditional RSL is a family-friendly location with no poker machines.

Supporting veterans and their families is still the RSL’s main focus, however, membership is now available to all members of the community.

Those interested don’t need to be associated with the military to join.

One of the RSL’s major features is its historical museum, which was established by members in 2007 and is curated by Leigh Baker.

“The museum showcases military memorabilia from members of the community who have served from the Boer War to modern times,” RSL president David Eaton said.

In the past, the RSL hosted tours for schools, scout groups and other interested parties.

With Australia Day just around the corner, Upwey Belgrave RSL is again hosting its Family Fun Day with entertainment for all ages, raffles and great food on offer. Get a ticket to win $2,000 in the ‘Reverse Draw Raffle’. Tickets are only $25 each with many other prizes available on the day.

The Upwey Belgrave RSL also took over the running of the bistro in 2017 and renamed it Poppies.

“The renaming was a tribute to the fallen,” Mr Eaton said.

“We employed Grant Leech as head chef in March 2017, who trained at the Sofitel Melbourne.

“Grant has a philosophy of using local ingredients wherever possible.”

As most of the produce is made on-site, changes to the menu are easy, catering for many allergies.

The bistro also boasts an extensive gluten free menu, with many patrons enjoying fish and chips, chicken parmigiana or southern fried chicken - meals they may not have eaten for many years.

Despite being a tough year for the RSL due to Covid-19, Mr Eaton said community spirit had shone through.

“During the lockdown the RSL did not close, it instead reinvented itself to provide take away meals and deliveries to the local community,” he said.

“We also provided free meals to those in

financial distress. Thank you to all who supported the pay it forward campaign and the RSL during this difficult time.”

Functions at the Upwey Belgrave RSL are also available.

To find out more, visit www.upweybelgraversl.org.au or contact 9754 3665.

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Full term one program coming soon!

Sign up now for dance classes for preschool and primary aged children.

Adult classes include ‘Find Your Calling’ workshops, Mindfulness Meditation, Dance Fit, Latin and Ballroom Dance and First Aid. Free activities include Random Acts of Creative Kindness, Gardening Chats and Produce Swaps, Intro to Art, Craft group, Chess Club and Coffee Hour.

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Family and youth counselling is available, and the Food is Free Cockatoo pantry is on our porch.

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Investing for a new year 2020 wasn’t the year we’d hoped it would be, and most of us are glad it’s finally over. And as we know, the start of 2021 hasn’t been all it’s cracked up to be; with clusters, border closures and restrictions. However, there is still a lot to look forward to this year for our state.

Last year the Andrews Labor Government announced free kinder for parents in 2021 and a boost to before and after school care. This will ensure Victorian’s can get back to work.

And, as we know, all too often, the responsibility of caring for children falls on mums to carry out. This will give women a greater chance to participate in the workforce and address some of that imbalance that currently exists.

And to support career development further, the Andrews Labor Government is investing $2.4 million to encourage women of all ages and backgrounds to join the workforce through scholarship programs and initiatives.

This will ensure that women will benefit from the pipeline of jobs coming directly from Victoria’s investment in public transport infrastructure.

Additionally, an investment of $155 million will support Victorians particularly affected by the pandemic including women, young people and retrenched workers, to access government-funded training in 2021. This will include opportunities for Victorians with preexisting qualifications to retrain for sectors that need more skilled workers.

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We reflect on the history that has shaped us as we move forward to create our story, built on the diversity of our people which makes us unique.

We have faced adversity with strength, courage, humour and friendship, and we reflect on the times that have challenged us and acknowledge the sacrifices made to be a nation we can be proud of.

Our indigenous people are a significant part in the history of our country, it is their journey and shared stories that continue to

Member for Monbulk retrenched workers and people who have been long-term unemployed were hit particularly hard by the pandemic. That’s why our new Jobs for Victoria initiative will help locals find a new job. This includes $250 million to partner with employers to cover the wages of at least 10,000 new workers.

2020 was an extremely hard time for small business, that’s why we’re providing practical support for small businesses to get back on track, grow and employ more Victorians. This includes new Job Tax Credits for small and medium businesses who rehire staff, restore hours and create new jobs. This will support an estimated 9,400 Victorians back into work.

So, whilst the last 12 months have been hard for all Victorians, the Government is ensuring that as many Victorians as possible can get back to work with the training, support and certainty they need. As always, stay safe. And if I, or my office, can be of assistance please don’t hesitate to reach out.

SNIPPETS the hills and a recent trip to Ireland, alongside Melbourne pianists Danae Killian. Livia Judge will be presenting a rare collection of works for flute with piano, by Astor Piazzolla, and contemporary composers Maria Grenfell, and Kristofer Spike.

The concert will be a rare chance to hear classical music and kicks off at 2pm. Entry fee is a gold coin donation.

YRRM exhibitions Trash 2 Treasure Market Emerald and District Rotary Club is hosting another Trash 2 Treasure Market on Saturday 6 February.

Rotary is looking for stall holders and shoppers. There will be stalls selling secondhand treasures, gifts and collectibles.

The market will run from 8.30am-1.30pm and is located at the Emerald Primary School oval, Heroes Avenue, Emerald.

To book a stall or find out more, contact emeraldrotarymarket@gmail.com or 0408 769 491.

Men’s health barbecue Mr Perfect men’s mental health community barbeque will be taking place on the last Sunday of every month from 10.30am to 12.30pm in Melba Park, Lilydale, starting on Sunday 31 January.

The barbeque provides a safe space for men of all ages to discuss anything and everything, with the main purpose being to foster connections and social interaction.

Free event with food and drink including vegetarian options. Children, pets and partners welcome. More information: https://bit. ly/3nHcICH

Charity concerts Local composer and singer Jacqui Rutten is holding a charity concert on Sunday 7 February. at DRMC in Upwey.

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All museum visits must be pre-booked at bit.ly/OCOF2021.

The exhibition aims to get the community asking questions about culture and knowledge of First Australian’s in the Yarra Ranges, and is also available online. Visit yrc.vic.gov.au/reactivation to find out the latest information.

Concert at Rochford The State Government is bringing a series of Covid-safe concerts to Victoria this month in order to support the music industry, and a Yarra Valley destination is on the list.

The ‘2021 Sounds Better Together’ concert series will kick off on Saturday 23 January, with Jimmy Barnes, the Teskey Brothers and Vika & Kinda set to perform at Rochford Wines.

The concert will run at reduced capacity with social distancing ticketing allocation, zoned areas, extensive cleaning, additional facilities to reduce crowding, hand sanitiser stations throughout the venue and an onsite Covid-Safe Officer.

Tickets are available from noon AEDT Tuesday 19 January. For more information about the initiative, visit soundsbettertogether.com.

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The change made in our national anthem to reflect that ‘we are one’ acknowledges the importance of strength in unity within our communities.

I am thankful to be an Australian, for my multicultural community, our shared experiences and to be a part of the history of our great country, shaped by our first nation people.

I look forward to our citizenship ceremonies and congratulating those people who wish to make Australia their new home.

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PUZZLES SUDOKU

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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once.

No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

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CHARACTER HOME WITH HUGE SHED AND ACRES THIS bespoke homestead made from recycled bricks with wide verandahs and a beautiful outlook, speaks volumes of a country vibe seldom attained within easy proximity to Emerald township. Peaceful, private, and perfect. It is a hot summer night, there is a slight breeze, pour a nice cold drink, pull up the wicker chair on the verandah and chillout, listen to the sounds of a balmy night, rural style.

The residence with 9ft ceilings offers 4 spacious bedrooms, the main with French doors to outside and a separate study.

The living/dining and kitchen areas are sure to be a family favourite and meal prep will be a breeze in the classic farmhouse timber kitchen with wall oven, hotplates, dishwasher, and butler’s sink.

There are two full bathrooms, one with claw foot bath and pedestal basin, the other contemporary in style with a walk in shower and floating vanity. The laundry even has the Australian traditional double concrete sink.

Outdoors has really been planned to perfection with a 15m x 14m shed with mezzanine, several other sheds, even a chook one.

A fabulous pergola ideal for barbecues and family fun.

For those of you with large trucks or caravans, there is terrific parking and access and the ability to turn around, including the shed having extra thick double reinforced concrete to take the extra weight.

There is a fruit laden orchard with apples, plum, peaches, nectarines, figs and citrus.

The 8 large paddocks all have pressure water supply, electric fences, excellent vehicular access, and equine fencing to some.

Extra additions are, polished timber floors, ducted vacuum and heating, solid timber doors, a wood fire, 4 x 25,000 kl water tanks, 3.5 kw solar, roof and wall insulation, electric opening gates and a dog run, easy access, and plenty of off-street parking.

Just minutes to Emerald township, you will enjoy living here and the fantastic community that awaits, best to make time to see it today. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 2 Meadowview Lane, EMERALD Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 12 garage Price: $1,400,000 - $1,540,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mick Dolphin, 0429 684 522, Ranges First National, 9754 6111

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DUAL OCCUPANCY ON 20 ACRES DELIGHTFULLY updated, this family home in sought after Pakenham Upper sits proudly at the top of its undulating 20 acres, offering an outstanding aspect of the property and providing complete privacy.

Featuring generous L shaped lounge and formal dining area with new carpet, brick open fire place and split system air conditioner, year round comfort is guaranteed no matter what the weather.

The kitchen and informal meals area has been updated with new cabinetry, appliances and flooring and allows plenty of light to filter through the large kitchen windows and glass sliding door to outside.

The 3 bedrooms are all robed with new carpets, the primary with walk in robe and semi ensuite, the secondary bedrooms serviced by the main bathroom with bath and separate shower.

There is also a secondary dwelling with 1 bedroom a living area, bathroom and kitchenette, perfect for a teenage retreat, creativity studio or office for those who work from home.

The property also features a double lock up garage for the cars, while the machinery and tools are taken care of with additional large shed measuring 10.4 x 5.4 m.

The land itself is almost 20 acres, 5 of which are cleared around the home and into the gully below with a dam that draws the wildlife and provides gorgeous views from the living area. The remaining acreage is natural bushland with various walking tracks that you spend your free time exploring.

The home is set at the top of an extended driveway, well back from the road and traffic

noise and is superbly located between the Pakenham, Cockatoo and Gembrook townships, all less than 15 minutes away.

If acreage, privacy, location and comfort is important to you this property is a must see. Act quickly.

Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours and we recommend that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1010 Pakenham Road, PAKENHAM UPPER Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $940,000 - $1,020,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Aaron Day, 0407 365 994 or Tyson Bluhm, 0437 843 820, BELL REAL ESTATE, EMERALD, 5968 6222

Monbulk 48 Moores Road.

Listed: 05.10.20 SOLD: 19.11.20 Great Result/ Happy Vendor.

Olinda 26 Perrins Creek Rd. Listed: 16.11.20 SOLD: 01.12.20

Community Bank Upwey, Belgrave and Cockatoo-Gembrook

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Sherbrooke 9 Braeside Ave Listed 22.10.20 SOLD: 9.11.20

Big on products.

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And big on local banking

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We deliver the products and technology you’d expect from a big bank, plus the personal service you wouldn’t.

And while we’ve grown into Australia’s 5th biggest retail bank, our heartland remains Þrmly local. As does our focus. On you and the quality banking products you need.

Kallista 43A Perrins Creek Rd Listed: 16.12.20 SOLD: 21.12.20

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This fabulous unit development of only 3 brick veneer units has no body corporate and is in such a fabulous location that you can do away with the car and walk to everything you need. Featuring a spacious kitchen with quality appliances, light-filled living & dining zones, separate laundry, a carport & courtyard. All services are connected here, and access is via a sealed driveway and road. The friendly country town has a great community and boasts a bakery, cafes, IGA, post office, a vet, restaurants, and a market.

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$430,000-$470,000

This beautiful parcel of land has plans, permits, gas & water meters ready and waiting to build a tri-level home in the foothills of the dandenong ranges. Once the agreed permitted trees are removed, you will have a fabulous view across the valley and over the ranges. The great township offers a primary school, iconic music festival, shops & cafes, bus connections at the end of the street & an easy drive to Westfield & Eastlink. Currently, there is a pool house with swim spa which will need to be removed to build the house.

Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522

Emily Hudson 0418 570 474

THE COMPLETE PACKAGE!

MOnbulk 33 MOOrES rOAd

$950,000-$1,045,000

PRIVATE OASIS Set on just over half an acre of established gardens & flat usable yard, this beautifully presented home offers stunning views from all the windows and large entertaining deck. The home offers a flexible floorplan with 4 bedrooms upstairs and downstairs is currently set up as a fifth bedroom within a large rumpus room which also incorporates a kitchenette, separate laundry and toilet. Other features include hardwood floors to original plan, gas ducted heating & evaporative cooling, a gas log fire, ducted vacuum, a fully enclosed private resort style garden with solar heated in-ground salt chlorinated swimming pool, 20m x 12m shed with concrete floor, dbl carport and single garage with internal access and ample off-street parking.

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Real Estate you can trust!

We ’ r e h e r e t o h e l p FOR SALE

14 Olivette Avenue, UPPER FERNTREE GULLY

$750,000 - $820,000

SWEEPING CITY AND BAY VIEWS NEAR 1000 STEPS PARKLAND

3A 2B 2C

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35 Selby-Aura Road, MENZIES CREEK UNIQUE HILLS HOME WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL

$720,000 - $770,000 3A 2B 3C

With sweeping views of the city and the bay and a sensational location near 1000 Steps parkland, bus transport, and Upper Ferntree Gully Station, this property takes treechange living to a whole new level. Landscaped gardens and a striking skillion roofline instantly impress, however exceptional focus on the enviable outlooks remains this home’s true success. Buyers will be blown away by the views framed in a wall of windows in the front 2 living areas, including the formal lounge with French doors and an open wood fire.

This unique Hills home is poised in picturesque surrounds, promising a lovely, laid-back lifestyle. Easily accessing bus transport and quick and easy access to Wellington road tucked within a leafy 1374sqm (approx.) landscape, this is an opportunity to experience what Hills living is all about. The cedar shingle exterior, A-frame roofline, and 3 decks for entertaining create a holiday lodge feel that is fabulous in every season. The interior is equally appealing with instant comfort and endless potential to style to your liking.

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Brad Conder

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10 Belgrave-Hallam Road, BELGRAVE ‘ROSELEA COTTAGE’ - CIRCA 1902

$750,000 - $800,000 3A 2B

FOR SALE

93 Terrys Avenue, TECOMA COVETED CHARACTER IN CONVENIENT LOCATION

$670,000 - $730,000 3A 1B 2C

True to its 100+ year old heritage, ‘Roselea Cottage’ has stood the test of time and is still clearly one of the area’s most stunning original homesteads. Within a very easy walk to the eclectic main street of Belgrave, this home is graced by ornate fittings, Baltic timber floorboards, beautiful leadlight features and is truly a perfect family home. With wide timber verandas to greet you on arrival, you will step inside to find 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 separate living areas designed to cater for today’s lifestyle.

Steeped in character elements and situated steps from Sherbrooke Forest, this delightful home offers a desirable lifestyle. Beckoning buyers seeking a sensational everyday residence or weekender, the bonus of both Belgrave and Tecoma townships nearby ensure a solid and stylish investment. Within the wonderful gardens with single carport and oversized garage this home stands strong in the centre of it all.

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Sam Adamson

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14 Victor Road Clematis

$950,000 - $1,040,000

Lifestyle Change?

Don’t miss your opportunity to secure this outstanding acreage just minutes to the Emerald township.

Features include: • 13 sunny acres in total with over 11 clear acres with lush pasture • An easy 1.5km walk to Emerald or cut through Pepi’s Land and shorten the trip • Amazing 180 degree views • Approved plans & permits for a 4 bedroom Sustainable Home • There is 3 phase available & a power pit on the corner of the property • Partially fenced

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

$600,000 - $660,000

1 Kings Road Emerald

$760,000 - $810,000

Buy Off The Plan!

Quality Build in the Heart of Emerald!

ONLY 1 LEFT!

ONLY 1 LEFT!

This is your chance to buy off the plan and secure your parcel of land in the Gembrook township. Within walking distance to local shops, award winning restaurants, schools and the iconic Puffing Billy, this opportunity is a dream come true.

This exciting new development provides a unique opportunity to secure Hampton living just minutes’ walk to schools, shops, transport and the Emerald township.

Quality local builders HB Custom Homes have designed 2 gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom homes and are ready to build your dream. As you are buying off the plan, you have the opportunity to incorporate your own style by choosing your own colours and finishings within the standard range, or customise the build in consultation with the builders according to your budget. Inquire today!

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994 Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

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$750,000 - $820,000

Cleared Acreage, Sensational Views, Emerald Address!

Take advantage of a property with space to work from home, caters for the extended family, and is still only approx. an hour to the CBD. This dual occupancy property features main home with 3 bedrooms over 2 levels, master with walk in robe & ensuite, living room with wood heater and outdoor entertaining deck. 2nd dwelling features open plan kitchen, living & dining, & 2 robed bedrooms towards the rear of the property. There is also a large separate studio with bathroom making working from home or indulging your passions easy.

Additional features include chook pen, wood shed and plenty of off street parking.

3/3 Banks Smith Drive Gembrook

44 Beaconsfield Emerald Road Emerald

Buying off the plan allows the purchaser to make decisions regarding finishes and styling within the specifications, or custom finishes according to your own budget.

Features include 3 robed bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk in robe, and double lock up garage.

A development of this quality in such a predominant location is sure to attract plenty of attention.

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994 Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

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By Richard Millott Lysterfield has taken over top spot in Norm Reeves Shield after victory over Upwey Tecoma in a top-of-the-table battle at the weekend, with other results proving crucial across the round.

In a rain-affected affair, Upwey-Tecoma batted first with Jackson Waters (37) holding the fort to get Upwey to 2/54.

However, Cam Cosstick wreaked havoc amongst the middle order, claiming 5/14 from his four overs to put the Tigers into a spin.

Andrew Evans blasted a quick-fire 41 to help the hosts reach 129. In response, Jake Arundell (40) continued his fine form, with contributions over the top order seeing Lysterfield reach 4/130 with 10 balls to spare.

Lysterfield return to Lakesfield next week to host Upper Ferntree Gully, whilst Upwey-Tecoma head up the hill against Monbulk.

Adam Maloney had a day to remember in Knoxfield’s big win over The Basin.

Batting first, the Knights were served up and down the top and middle orders with contributions before Maloney (30) and James Petrovski (42*) took the hosts to 5/185 from their overs.

The Bears struggled to get the response going, falling to 3/34 after Chris Rumble (3/13) made inroads on the top order.

Maloney continued his afternoon out, claiming 4/7 from three and a half overs to skittle the visitors for 97 in the 32 nd over. The win sees the Knights draw level with the Bears, the latter holding fourth spot on percentage.

Knoxfield travel to Eildon Park for their next assignment, while the Bears return to Batterham Reserve to face Ferntree Gully Footballers.

Ferntree Gully continue to entrench themselves within the top four with a big win over Ferntree Gully Footballers.

The Griffens lost early wickets before a half century to Cohen McElroy (52) helped towards

a target to bowl at, ending at 157.

Jake Evans was the pick of the bowlers for the Blues, claiming 3/18.

In reply, the Blues could do no wrong with the bat in hand, with Josh Henry (68*) and Paul Jefimenko (48) taking the visitors to a 9-wicket win at 1/159.

Ferntree Gully travel to face Johnson Park next week, whilst for the seventh-placed Griffens they will be looking to bounce back against The Basin.

Knox Gardens continued their climb up the ladder with another win, this time over Johnson Park despite a Steve Devenish masterclass.

The Sharks batted first, with Devenish being the mainstay of the innings – belting 109 from 112 balls, including 11 fours and three sixes.

Jarrod Butcher continued his form with the ball, claiming 3/36 from his eight overs to keep the Sharks to 8/191.

The Falcons got off to a solid start with Joe Morsello (30), before Mitch Gregory (54*) and Adam Wylde (45*) posted a 101-run partnership to bring the hosts home at 3/193.

Knox Gardens now sit sixth, just half a match out of the top four and will look to keep the momentum going when they travel to Belgrave next week. Johnson Park will host Ferntree Gully.

Upper Ferntree Gully almost claimed their second scalp in as many weeks, however Eildon Park held their nerve to post the win.

Jurgen Andersen (36) was the feature of the Panther batting card, reaching 147 in the final over.

In response, the Kings were travelling well at 2/67, with Corey Williams (55*) posting a key innings to keep the chase alive.

But Jarrod Hicks had other ideas, claiming 3/32 to help dismiss the hosts for 125.

Eildon Park now draw up on the pack in ninth place and will look to jump up against

Knoxfield next round, whilst for Upper Ferntree Gully they travel to Lysterfield.

Belgrave claimed the points over Monbulk to gain ground also.

The ever-reliable Jason Fraser continued in form, hitting 46 before Jordan Wilkinson (35) helped propel the Hawks to 9/148.

In reply, Jarrod McPhee (68) and Jordon King (45*) gave the Magpies the perfect platform to claim the points, hitting 3/152.

The Pies host Knox Gardens, whilst for Monbulk their next assignment is a crunch match against Upwey-Tecoma.

In Decoite Shield, Knox Gardens successfully chased St Johns Tecoma at Talaskia Reserve to close within a match of the finals.

The Saints batted first with Jake Sali (57) and Kyle Grenda (60) both posting half-centuries.

However, Josh Curnow starred with the ball, claiming 5/41 to dismiss the hosts for 203.

In reply, the Falcons had a number of contributions, punctuated by Hayden Morrison (33) and Dylan Wylde (39).

The Falcons hit the winning runs with five balls to spare, and will now look forward to hosting Mountain Gate.

Meanwhile, the Saints will look ahead to their matchup against Rowville at Talaskia Reserve.

Rowville’s resurgence up the ladder sees them half a game off the top after defeating South Belgrave.

Daniel Cormack (60) was the highlight of the batting for South on their way to 9/150 from their overs, with the Hawks attack sharing the wickets around.

In reply, Chanaka Gunawardana (34) and Alex Walker (41) helped guide the Hawks towards the total despite the efforts of Ohlsson D’Sylva (3/21).

The hosts reached 6/151 and will have eyes on the top when they travel to St Johns Tecoma next week, whilst South Belgrave will seek top

billing against Olinda at South Belgrave.

A spirited performance with the ball was not enough to get Mountain Gate home against Olinda at Fiorelli Packing Oval.

Josh Langer was an anchor at the top of the scorecard for the hosts, but breakthroughs from Luke Turner (4/18 off 6.1) and Mitch Goddard (3/24) gave the Gators a great opportunity, dismissing Olinda for 113.

But the opportunity was short lived as the visitors were 2/0 after just three balls as Taf Kamungozi (3/11 off 8 overs) and Liam Humphries (3/21 off 8 overs) lead the way with the ball.

The Gators were dismissed for 82 and will travel to Knox Gardens again for a chance to open the account, whilst Olinda will take on South Belgrave looking to safeguard their position within the four.

NORM REEVES SHIELD – PROVISIONAL LADDER (AFTER 8 ROUNDS) LYSTERFIELD – 42PTS (1.482%) UPWEY-TECOMA – 39PTS (1.507%) FERNTREE GULLY – 33PTS (1.398%) THE BASIN – 27PTS (1.061%) Knoxfield – 27pts (0.844%) Knox Gardens – 24pts (1.545%) FTG Footballers – 24pts (0.972%) Monbulk – 21pts (0.915%) Johnson Park – 18pts (0.775%) Eildon Park – 15pts (0.762%) Belgrave – 12pts (0.516%) Upper FTG – 6pts (0.809%) DECOITE SHIELD – PROVISIONAL LADDER (AFTER 8 ROUNDS) ST JOHNS TECOMA – 33PTS (1.909%) SOUTH BELGRAVE – 33PTS (1.227%) ROWVILLE – 30PTS (1.023%) OLINDA – 27PTS (1.067%) Knox Gardens – 21pts (0.807%) Mountain Gate – 0pts (0.481%)

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By Eric Markham The Saturday pennant on January 16 saw Monbulk 1, who are third on the ladder, take on the second team Heathmont who were undefeated.

Overnight and morning rain meant that the Heathmont Green was a little slower than normal, but this did not deter the Monbulk side.

Brian Smith’s rink began well and picked up five shots on the 10th end to lead by seven shots. Their opponents got within three shots with three ends to play, but the Monbulk rink steadied to win 21 to 16.

Geoff Petersen’s rink bowled well early and led by six shots after 12 ends. The opposition then pegged them back, winning six of the last nine ends and ending the game in a draw, 17 shots each.

Richard Cookson’s rink had a close contest throughout with scores tied after eleven ends, but some good bowling from the Heathmont rink saw them prevail, 16 to 14.

Eric Markham’s rink had not scored by the fourth end and were six shots down. They then won the next three ends to grab the lead and by picking up some multiples won 22 to 16.

Monbulk won the overall, 74 to 65 and maintained third position on the ladder.

Monbulk 2, who were fourth on the ladder played at home against Heathmont, the top side.

Graeme Goller’s team won 11 ends to 10, picking up a couple of three’s and giving away nothing bigger than two’s.

By halfway they were seven shots up but in the back half Heathmont came back. They held onto the lead, however, winning 19 to 15.

Case Broekhof’s team won 12 ends, including four three’s and a five. They dropped one three and one five. They led most of the day and played even better in the back half.

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They won the rink 25 shots to 17.

Eric Furby’s team started strongly and had 13 shots on the board before Heathmont could score. Throughout the day they dropped four three’s and a five, which would usually be enough to sink a team. But their lead was too great and they finished with an eight shot win, 29 to 21.

Norma Clerke’s team had the close one in the front half. They were level, five all on the sixth, 10 all on the 13th. After that they dropped only two single shots and grew the lead with several multiples. They won the rink 25 to 12.

Overall, Monbulk won 98 shots to 65 with the four rinks up and have now moved into third place on the ladder.

Monbulk 3 played in the semi-final of the new short spring season against Bennettswood away from home. It proved a very difficult task with both rinks only winning four of the 15 ends.

Alan Brooke’s rink lost 20 to 7 and Peter Verspeek’s rink lost 30 to 5.

Mid week pennant saw Monbulk 1 play away against Mitcham on their new grass green which was a little slow.

Richard Cookson’s team led throughout the front half and won seven ends to Mitcham’s three.

Then, in the back half, the roles were reversed winning only three more ends, including a couple of good multiples, but they lost eight ends.

With three ends to go, the Monbulk rink were one shot up and that’s when Mitcham put their foot down, winning the final three ends to take out the win 29 to 24.

Ivan Baric’s team trailed throughout the front half and was nine shots down at one stage.

Then they blitzed it in the back half, only giving away two single shots. They went on to win comfortably 21 to 13.

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Eric Markham’s team went into the break just two shots down, having just picked up four shots.

Then, after lunch they came out and immediately dropped a five shot multiple. After that, they held their own, but couldn’t make up the difference losing23 to 15. Overall, Monbulk lost 60 to 65.

Monbulk 2, who were third, played at home against the top of the ladder, Lilydale.

Alan Hamilton’s team won eight ends, including a three and a four, but Monbulk’s losses included a three and four four’s. They lost by 17 shots, 31 to 14.

Graeme Goller’s team also won eight ends.

They trailed all day, but were still in the game, only six shots down with four ends to go, but lost 23 to 11.

Eric Furby’s team had a game of two distinct halves.

Lilydale score only once in the front half. At one stage we were 18 shots up.

Then in the back half we lost five ends in a row, but maintained the lead winning 23 to 14.

Overall, Monbulk lost 68 to 48, but have held on to third place on the ladder.

Monbulk 3 played at home against a very strong Dandenong Club and had a day they would like to forget. Bruce Cockerill’s team won seven ends and lost 29 to nine.

Graeme Seymour’s team won eight ends but gave away a couple of multiples to lose 28 to 12. Mike Harris’ team won only five ends and lost seven shots to 44.

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