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College has a deep faith Waverley Christian College (WCC), Narre Warren South commenced operation in 2012 as a second Campus of Waverley Christian College, Wantirna South.

The Narre Warren South Campus is a Prep to Year 12 College offering Christian education to Primary and Secondary students.

Student enrolments have grown substantially over the past 9 years with over 900 students attending the beautiful site located on the corner of Pound and Narre-Cranbourne Roads, in the City of Casey.

Waverley Christian College supports Christian families in the education of their children.

The curriculum at the College is taught from a Biblical perspective and Christian values provide the foundation for all aspects of the College program. All staff are committed to the Christian ethos of the College in life and practice.

The College’s Head of Campus, Mark Crnkovic, said the College’s mission was “to provide Christian families with the opportunity to have their children educated from a Christ centred, Biblical perspective and to prepare young people for effective service within society”. “Our curriculum, facilities, dedicated staff and Christian values help encourage students attending the College to achieve their best. A high level of pastoral care is provided for all students”, Mr Crnkovic said.

“Students are encouraged in the development of their own personal faith, service to the community and respect and compassion for others. Students are continually encouraged to look beyond their own needs and to consider the needs of others.”

Contact the College on 8765 7700 for enrolment enquiries or to book a tour.

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Strong emphasis on teaching and learning Berwick College commenced in 1977 with the motto “Crescam - I shall grow” and today, through our strong emphasis on excellence in teaching and learning, our students continue to demonstrate growth.

Our 2020 Dux, Jessica, achieved 97.45 and our students achieved excellent VCE results, featuring in Top Designs, Top Class Dance and the State Schools Spectacular. Elite programs such as High Achievers, Basketball Academy, Dance Academy and Instrumental Music are going from strength to strength.

We were honoured to be recognised for Victorian Education Excellence Awards in the following categories - Outstanding Secondary Teacher (Finalist 2020, Winner 2018), Outstanding Koorie Education (Winner 2017), Outstanding Education Support - Wellbeing Team (Finalist 2016 and 2017) and Outstanding Business Manager (Finalist 2019 and 2020).

Dedicated teachers, wellbeing staff, career guidance and transition programs ensure our students are well supported and well cared for throughout their school life.

Learning Teams look after our students where we track the achievements of, and get

to know, each student and encourage them to make a difference in the wider community through supporting a charity of their choice.

Berwick College offers an extensive range of school and inter-school sporting activities in outstanding sporting facilities, including hockey pitches, tennis courts, netball courts, the basketball stadium and fitness gym, and access to the City of Casey Athletics track and Berwick Leisure Centre.

Our new Community Health and Wellbeing Centre ensures all students and the wider community have access to the best possible care for trauma, mental health and physical wellbeing.

I am very proud of this College; our inclusive education, our provision of pathways for all students, our multi-generational connections and our commitment to delivering successful outcomes for our students.

Parents and students are warmly invited to our 2022 Year 7 Parent Information Evening on Wednesday, 5 May at 6.30pm and College Tours are available on Wednesdays at 9:30am. Bookings available through www. berwickcollege.com.au

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Preparing your child

By Melissa Grant Starting school is a momentous occasion in a child’s life.

It’s a major milestone for children and their parents, and one that’s filled with a mix of emotions.

To help make the transition as smooth as possible, there are many things mums and dads can do to prepare their child.

Emeritus Professor Bob Perry is an education expert in transitions, having developed a guide featuring multiple case studies experienced by parents, teachers and kids during the transition to school.

Prof Perry says while beginning primary school can be a challenge, most children find it enjoyable.“Children of that age want to grow up - they see excitement in growing up and they want school to be different. So we shouldn’t worry that it is different as the kids want it that way,” he explains.

The move from kindergarten to primary school, he says, is all more about a child’s social and emotional development, rather than academic.

Here, Prof Perry shares his top tips to help a child prepare for primary school.

TALK: Start talking to your children about school. This includes talking about the school itself, what it was like when you went to school, what’s changed since you went to school and what it will be like for your child to go to school. Ask your child about what’s concerning them and what are they looking forward to? Like most people, children will bottle things up unless they are specifically asked about them. For example, the child may be particularly worried about the playground sometimes playgrounds can be a bit daunting.

MANAGING EXPECTATIONS: The key is being honest, even if you didn’t particularly like school. Parents can talk about some of the positive things that did happen when they were at school. Be honest about it, but make sure you know what will happen when they go to school. For example, I know some parents who talk about children lining up before going into classroom - this doesn’t happen at some schools anymore. If child sees that doesn’t happen then the parent loses some credibility with the child. It’s important for parents to talk to the principal or teacher about what happens in that particular school.

Another thing is many children wish they’d known before their first day is that everyone wears a school uniform. We often make a big deal about getting their uniform but forget to tell them everyone will be dressed the same.

LUNCH BOXES: Buy a lunch box and check your child can open it. There seems to be a tendency to buy the latest superhero lunchbox or whatever the trend is, but the critical thing is that your child can actually open it. Talk to your child about having lunch at school and be sure to tell them that you don’t eat everything at once! Also make sure you can pack lunches that don’t require wrap or foil, so that the kids don’t have trouble unwrapping their food.

TOILETS: Going to public toilets is critical for both boys and girls. School toilets are different to home toilets and preschool toilets. While school toilets have improved a great deal, they aren’t as sparkling clean as the toilet at home or at kindy. And, for the first time, kids will have to make a choice about whether they go to the boys toilets or girls toilets - they need to know about that. For boys it is important they know that there are different ways of going to

toilet other than standing over a bowl. These are the practical things.

PLAYGROUND PRACTICE: Take your child to big public spaces. Take them to the park and let them play on the playground equipment.

Schools have playgrounds that are bigger than they are used to with more people in them and less adults per child. The children need to have experience around these things. While you are there take them to the toilet!

MEET AND GREET: Before the school year begins, every parent should take their child to the school to meet the principal and the potential teacher. It’s important to take your child with you as you want them to feel a sense of belonging. You need to know the teacher, so you don’t have to get on the phone and start introducing yourself if there’s a problem.

AFTER SCHOOL CARE: This is something that tends to be forgotten. After school care is another transition that can be challenging. Certainly at prep level you go there to play, but you have to get there. For some kids that means walking across the playground, but for others it will involve getting a bus. The child needs to be prepared for that. They need to go and visit the after school care place. Sometimes it’s not a bad idea for kids to go to vacation care for a couple of days to get used to that transition. However this only works if the actual after school place they will be going to offers vacation care.

SPECIAL NEEDS: Often with children who have special needs, there will have been a very extensive transition to school program. This is generally instigated by the parent or kindy teacher. Providing the child is identified as having special needs, there is usually meetings between school representatives, principals, the teacher, kindy teacher and therapists of various sorts. They work out an individual plan for these children. Parents need to make sure this happens. If they know child has additional needs, the school has to be aware about it before they can do anything about it.

WHAT TO DO AT HOME: Don’t organise a big party to celebrate starting school in first week.

Your child will be too tired - it’s a big change.

Like many people, kids are not necessarily going to be ready to talk about their day as soon as they walk in the door or get in the car.

Sometimes there needs to be tricks played to get the kids talking. Sometimes it’s worth parents just talking with teacher at end of the day and asking them how things are going. At least that gives the parent a way in by saying ‘Ms So and So said you enjoyed doing such and such today, would you like doing more of that at home?’ It’s all about communicating when you know more about what’s going on. Sometimes the child won’t want to talk and that’s OK. However, if they spend the first six months not wanting to talk you may want to have a yarn to the teacher about it.

WHAT IF MY CHILD COMES HOME UPSET: Before your child comes home upset, you need to know the teacher so you don’t have to get on the phone and start introducing yourself. You want to get straight down to the business and say ‘we have a problem’. It is a problem that everyone - the teacher, parent, school and child will have to work out together. It’s possible your child will come home and throw their bag down and say ‘I’m not going back there’ because of an incident. The parent needs to get straight onto the teacher. The big problem is if a parent tries to solve problem themselves as they only know part of the story.

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A caring environment Koo Wee Rup Secondary College is acknowledged as an excellent educational facility within a caring school environment. We are committed to providing an inclusive and sustainable learning culture in which all our students develop the skills and personal qualities necessary to participate positively and confidently in a changing global community.

Our ability to tailor programs to meet the individual needs of students in achieving their personal best is underpinned by our pursuit of excellence in education and is reflected by our college values: Respect Responsibility Honesty and Integrity Personal Best Resilience In choosing to be part of the Koo Wee Rup Secondary College community, students are committing to six years of secondary education and to demonstrating behaviours which are conducive to learning and reflect a commitment to the college values. The subjects on offer encourage all students to do their best and are complemented by a diverse range of programs in music, drama, photography, sport and many other co curricular activities. Pastoral care encompasses all activities and develops strong relationships between staff and students.

“To inspire a passion for lifelong learning and excellence in a community which provides all students with the opportunity to achieve their personal best” For further information contact Koo Wee Rup Secondary College, Rossiter Road, Koo Wee Rup, telephone 5997 1444.

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Take steps to better foot health Most of us love working from home - but new research suggests our feet are bearing the burden of our change in lifestyle.

Research commissioned by the Australian Podiatry Association late last year has uncovered a significant shift in footwear behaviour as more Australians find themselves working from home in 2020, resulting in disco mfort, pain, and loss of mobility.

The research revealed that during lockdown, 70 percent of Australians had worn less supportive shoes (or went barefoot) and one in three people noticed an increase of pain or discomfort in their feet and lower limbs, resulting in (27 percent) reduced daily walking, (20 percent) no exercising, (18 percent) difficulty sleeping and (16 percent) not participating in leisurely activities such walking a dog or playing with their kids.

Commenting on the findings last year, Charlotte Bodell, podiatrist and member of the Australian Podiatry Association of Australia, noted that over the last few months patients had come to her with increased lower

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limb pain due to a change in footwear behaviour.

Charlotte says people need to be aware of the importance of wearing suitable footwear and understand the short- and long-term implications of neglecting your foot health.

“It’s important that patients are conscious to seek advice from their podiatrist not only when they are in pain and to look at their health holistically by considering visiting a podiatrist as regularly you would a dentist or optometrist,” Charlotte says.

Australians are urged to be aware of their foot health.

Koo Wee Rup Secondary College Transition Information Virtual Tour Log on to our website www.kwrsc.vic.edu.au to view our virtual tour and see our Transition Handbook

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Is Your Child School Ready St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar’s Head of Junior School, Louise Sayar states that “school readiness is more about whether a child is emotionally and socially attuned to learning. For example do they possess basic communication skills to be able to express ideas through play, drawing or singing? Can the child convey a message with purpose and make themselves understood? Are they able to sit down and listen to others and follow simple instructions? These foundational communication skills are important tools for

ensuring your child thrives rather than survives the transition to Prep.”

For parents, the decision can be overwhelming and difficult to assess, however one of the greatest sources of information regarding your child’s school readiness is their kindergarten teacher. “They have the training and ability to assess your child’s development progress and communication skills,” says Louise.

Parents can assist the transition to school by helping their child develop independence

and resilience at home. “Parents can set goals with their child and work on their persistence to finish tasks alone such as dressing themselves, putting their own shoes on and going to the bathroom independently are great skills for their child to have mastered by Prep. Reading to your child daily has also shown to be one of the most effective ways to prepare your child for school.

Ms Louise Sayar, Head of Junior School, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar, 8703 8111, www. stmargarets.vic.edu.au

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Teens sunburnt at alarming levels

By Gabriella Payne A recent report into extreme sunburn in Victoria has revealed that teenagers are being badly burnt at an alarming rate - with almost one in three patients who were admitted to emergency wards for sunburns over the 2019 - 2020 summer, were found to be aged between 10 - 19 years old.

The data released by the Cancer Council and SunSmart Victoria showed that of the 177 sunburn hospital presentations reported over the summer period, approximately 56 of those were teenagers (32%).

Shockingly, more than half of these extreme cases of sunburn (56%) were among children and adolescents aged between 0 - 19 years of age, a figure that the Head of SunSmart, Heather Walker, said was a “real worry” and needed to be addressed .

“Sunburn can be avoided with good sun protection,” Ms Walker said.

“The high number of teens getting burnt badly enough to require hospital treatment shows how important it is to cover up when the UV is 3 and above.

This message is getting lost somewhere which is a real worry,” she said.

Ms Walker said that both parents and schools needed to be reinforcing the message that staying sun smart is incredibly important in both the short and long term.

“We know that UV damage during childhood and adolescence significantly increases the risk of skin cancer,” Ms Walker said.

“Over time, the damage adds up - the more you’re exposed, the greater your risk.

Establishing good sun protection habits early on is critical for that reason.”

For more information and tips on how to keep yourself and your kids protected from the sun, visit sunsmart.com.au

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We are celebrating our student's stellar 2021 VCE results, which placed the school in the top percentiles for the state again, and our 95th anniversary by offering scholarship opportunities for students entering Years 7 and 10. Applications close 12 March 2021, Terms and conditions apply. To find out more, please visit our website.

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Major projects just a start Building works are steaming ahead at Crest Education with both Hillcrest Christian College and Rivercrest Christian College having just completed major projects, with more to come in 2022.

Hillcrest Christian College Primary students are enjoying the College’s new, stateof-the-art Multi-Purpose Centre, completed in December 2020. Complete with kitchen, portable stage and integrated sound system, this modern facility will enable primary-aged students to engage in sport and physical activity in all weather conditions ensuring students stay healthy and active.

“This space will shelter us from the hot sun and protect us in winter from the rain and the cold” says Leanne Dube, Hillcrest Primary Sport Coordinator.

Surrounding the new Multi-Purpose Centre will be a high-quality grass field, which is currently being constructed. Students can look forward to utilizing this later this year.

Even during remote learning in 2020, Hillcrest continued to develop its resources an expand its student offerings. Works completed at Hillcrest in 2020 include: STEAM Precinct Art and Design Gallery STEAM Exploration Centre 3D Printing Space IT Service Desk Film and Media Centre Years 5 and 6 Block Upgrade of ELC playground Returning for the 2021 school year this week, Rivercrest Christian College have welcomed their Year Two students to their brand new, purpose-built Year Two building.

Further build works commence at Rivercrest Christian College’s Middle Years Campus, with plans of a Performing Arts building and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) building already under way.

With the support of the State Government, Jordan Crugnale MP and Minister James Merlino,

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Both Hillcrest Christian College and Rivercrest Christian College having just completed major projects, with more to come in 2022. 230002 this ground-breaking project was made possible through the approval of a $5 million grant.

This construction builds upon the recent expansion of the Rivercrest Middle Years campus, which recently added 4 new classrooms and break out spaces for its Secondary-aged students. This campus aims to serve Years 6 - 12 students by 2025. Recent works at Rivercrest include: New student play courts Upgraded entrances Additional car parking.

“The new building and infrastructure works at both our CREST Colleges is testament to our ongoing commitment to provide excellence in

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learning and wellbeing within contemporary, engaging spaces; our students continue to be supported to flourish within the impressive surrounds of the 55 hectare CREST precinct”, says Ms Christine Lucas, Head of Colleges.

What was once a small regional school, Hillcrest Christian College has now grown to become an entire Crest Educational precinct which includes Rivercrest Christian College, Ayr Hill Equestrian Centre, Crest Institute, and Environmental Reserve. Hillcrest Christian College celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. “This is a great time to be a student at either one of our great Colleges,” says Crest Executive Principal, Brendan Kelly.

Situated in Clyde North, Rivercrest Christian College and Hillcrest Christian College are holding Open Morning Sessions for prospective parents on Tuesday, 23 February.

More support for Holocaust ed More Victorian schools will get additional support to help teach students about the Holocaust and stamp out antisemitism, thanks to an expanded partnership between the State Government and Gandel Philanthropy.

An additional 110 teaching teams at government secondary schools will undertake a professional learning program run by the Jewish Holocaust Centre before the end of 2022 building on the forty government secondary schools undertaking the program this year, as announced in December 2020.

Equal contributions from the Labor Government and Gandel Philanthropy will provide a total boost of $150,000 for the ten-step program, which involves virtual and face-to-face components, including staff from the Jewish

Holocaust Centre visiting schools to support curriculum review and planning.

The teaching teams will also be able to meet a Melbourne-based Holocaust survivor and hear first-hand their unique experience.

Minister for Education James Merlino said the program would help students to understand how damaging anti-Semitic behaviour can be.

“We are grateful to Gandel Philanthropy for their ongoing partnership in this important work in supporting our schools, so they can play their part in educating our children to value a diverse and inclusive society,” he said.

This expansion builds on last year’s pledge to ensure Holocaust education in every secondary school, as well as new and updated

teaching and learning resources to be developed in partnership with Victorian Jewish community organisations and Gandel Philanthropy. These new resources are now available to schools.

The program uses these resources to help recognise the short and long-term causes and effects of prejudice, discrimination and, ultimately, genocide. It teaches students to become informed and active citizens, protect democracy, and value a diverse and inclusive society.

Chair of Gandel Philanthropy, Mr John Gandel AC, welcomed the announcement of the learning program’s expansion.

“The Holocaust holds many valuable messages for today’s young generations, from

learning what it means when people’s rights are eroded, or completely removed, simply because of their background, to finding out about the acts of humanity, compassion and sacrifice of people who stood up for the victims and the ostracised,” he said.

“Through proper, deep and effective Holocaust education we can ensure that our young people become a force for good in this world.”

The State Government has also increased Courage to Care funding, established a dedicated hotline to report racism for schools, students and parents, and established a new student advisory group to advise on how to address anti-Semitism and look at what more can be done to make sure schools are inclusive communities.

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Healthy tummies help stimulate healthy minds

By Gabriella Payne The age old saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’ has ensured many children stay healthy and strong with a nutritious, balanced diet for years now - and it’s still just as relevant a saying as any.

To help your children thrive in the classroom, it’s important to be feeding them a healthy, nutritious diet filled with all the energy they need to grow and flourish as young students.

But when life gets busy, it can be hard to ensure the food your family’s eating is covering all the necessary bases, so why not use these handy tips to help boost your child’s brain power?

Firstly: start your day the right way. Breakfast is often overlooked and sometimes rushed, but this morning meal is one of the most important of the day.

Fuelling up before school with a healthy balanced breakfast will ensure your child has all the energy they need to play, learn and power on throughout the day.

Whole grain cereals and toast are always a quick, easy option and for the colder months, why not try some porridge?

Fresh fruit smoothies, yoghurt, eggs and beans are all other quick, nutritious ideas… the ideas are limitless.

A healthy lunchbox made up of a mixture of foods will keep your kids happy and eating healthily, and to save on time, try preparing it the night before.

Opt for fresh, unprocessed foods such as pieces of fruit and tubs of yoghurt as sweet treats and avoid processed, sugary foods which provide little to no nutritional value.

A good old fashioned sandwich with wholemeal bread is always a good lunch time staple, and remind your kids to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

If you struggle to get your kids to drink water, why not try adding a splash of lemon juice, or getting them a fun, colourful water bottle to berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

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Dinner ideas are endless, but as long as you’re getting plenty of veggies, some protein

and other important nutrients in your diet, your kids will be perfectly placed to make the most out of their education.

And the last tip? By eating healthily yourself, you’ll be leading by example and be a healthy eating role model for your kids into the future.

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able to deliver an integrated assessment of risk and needs by and a whole-of-family response.”

Ms Thomas said it would take time for service providers to adjust to a “very different way of delivering service”.

“I am reassured that we have had the opportunity to learn from other Orange Doors throughout Victoria and that there has been a well-planned lead time to reflect on those learnings and incorporate them.”

According to Ms Thomas, in Casey alone, more than 4000 family violence reports were referred to Wayss last year.

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origines Co-operative Ltd. “We’re working with local agencies and plugging into their expertise and knowledge to build an even stronger network of support on the ground in Southern Melbourne, which will be up and running by the end of the year,” Ms Williams said.

WAYSS chief executive Liz Thomas said people could access teams of specialists with an extensive range of services.

“The Orange Door Network will mean they no longer have to manage their way through a maze of services.

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The keenly-awaited Orange Door Network is set to open in the South East - with the challenge of reaching across its diverse community as well as covering neighbouring areas.

The network will offer free and ongoing family violence support services under one roof by the end of 2021. The main site will be at Dandenong while other sites will open in Casey and Cardinia municipalities to form the Southern Orange Door Network.

“One of the core principles of the Orange Door Network is that there is no wrong door for

those seeking support,” Dandenong MP and Prevention of Family Violence Minister Gabrielle Williams said.

The network provided “support for everyone regardless of age, gender and background - and support that is culturally safe, respectful and responsive”.

Orange Door staff can connect to support for people’s immediate safety and wellbeing, safe accommodation, parenting support, counselling and behaviour-change programs.

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Aus Open ball girl’s smile goes viral

Clyde crash Paramedics were called to a collision at Clyde North on Wednesday 3 March.

They were called to Thoroughbred Drive at about 8.50am.

One person was assessed at the scene but was not taken to hospital.

By Gabriella Payne Tennis fans and spectators were all smiles after Naomi Osaka took out the top prize at the recent Australian Open, but perhaps none more so than local schoolgirl Marle van der Merwe, whose winning smile was captured in a photograph with the tennis champion and has since gone viral around the world.

While reflecting on her win, Ms Osaka, the two time Australian Open winner, was flicking through some photographs when she noticed Ms van der Merwe on the sidelines.

In a post that’s now gone viral, Ms Osaka tweeted “was looking at pics from AO and I just noticed the ball girl in this,” alongside some loving and waving emojis with the word “hi”.

With now over 76,000 likes and more than 5,000 comments, Ms van der Merwe’s photograph was shared around the world, with many noting her smile and clear admiration for the tennis star.

When the 16-year-old Berwick College student found out about the post and Ms Osaka’s shout out to her, she told Star News that she was completely shocked.

“I was very surprised and I just couldn’t believe it,” Ms van der Merwe said.

While she wasn’t allowed to talk to Ms Osaka during or after the match, she said it was really “cool” that the tennis star had noticed her in the photo and said “hi” online.

“We’re not allowed to talk to them [the tennis players] or anything as a ball kid,” she said.

“But it’s cool that she said hi to me and it was a great experience.”

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Marlé van der Merwe with the photo that took the internet by storm.

Ms van der Merwe, an Officer local, said that although she didn’t play tennis herself, she loved volunteering at the Australian Open and had been involved as a ball girl for the last five years.

“It’s an experience you’ll never forget,” she said.

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“You make so many friends and you obviously get to go up close to the players.”

Ms van der Merwe said that her friends at school all thought it was “really cool” that the photo of her and Ms Osaka had gone viral, and she was excited to get back courtside next Australian Open.

Police are appealing for dash-cam footage to a multi-vehicle collision in Cranbourne West over the weekend.

It is believed a heavy vehicle truck collided with a vehicle on Dandenong-Hastings Road, between Thompsons and Hall roads, around 12:15pm on Saturday, causing it to spin and hit four other vehicles.

All five vehicles were severely damaged and had to be towed from the scene, whilst four people were transported to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.

Police are investigating whether driver distraction may have been a factor in the collision.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, or has dash-cam footage, is asked to contact Constable Karl Leverett at Casey Highway Patrol on 5991 0600, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

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More people die on farms than in other workplaces – let’s change that.

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Early years kinder From 2022, the City of Casey will be expanding its kindergarten service to offer a funded threeyear-old kindergarten program in addition to the four-year-old program that is currently delivered.

New Victorian Government policy requires three-year-old kindergarten to be made available to all eligible children from 2022, with research showing that two years of kindergarten leads to better long-term outcomes for children both academically and socially.

The council will begin offering the minimum required five hours of three-year-old kindergarten per week for each eligible child next year in a number of existing facilities.

Additional staff will be employed to deliver the expanded service including teachers, assis-

Research shows that two years of kindergarten leads to better long-term outcomes for children both academically and socially. tants, team leaders and central enrolment staff.

Chair of administrators Noelene Duff said the council was pleased to be able to provide this valuable program to local families and was currently working through the necessary inter-

nal processes to scale-up the program.

“With the rapid growth of the City of Casey and the significant number of young families moving to the area, Council recognises the immediate need to provide three-year-old kindergarten services,’’ Ms Duff said.

“We are now in the process of upgrading our central enrolment system so that it can accommodate the additional intake of families and will be working with our kindergarten staff to determine what is needed to deliver this new program.”

Registration for three-year-old kindergarten will open from July 2021 and more information will be provided over the coming months.

Check the website for updates at www.casey.vic. gov.au

Hot stuff: Solar school in Hampton Park A Hampton Park primary school is among those set to become greener and more environmentally friendly with help from a State Government solar program.

Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas announced on Tuesday 2 March that River Gum Primary School in Hampton Park is among 171 government schools across Victoria that will receive solar power systems under the Greener Government School Buildings program.

The $8.8 million program aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at schools and save them money by installing solar power systems. The program will contribute to the Victorian Government’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

The program removes the upfront costs of installing a system that may otherwise discourage schools from pursuing solar as an option.

Narre Warren South Gary Maas meets with Roma McKinnon, principal of River Gum Primary School, at a previous occasion.

The solar power systems installed as part of the 2020-21 Greener Government School Buildings program are expected to see 6974 kW of solar installed, with an estimated saving of $1.8 million per year and 10,200 tonnes

of carbon emissions abated.

The program will assist River Gum Primary School’s installation of a $44,200, 38.5 kW solar system that should see 54.16 tonnes of carbon emissions abated, while helping the school save money in the long term.

By June 2022, in total the program is expected to see 8,200 kW of solar installed, with an estimated saving of $2 million per year and 11,500 tonnes of carbon emissions abated.

“The Greener Government School Buildings program enables schools to actively contribute to the reduction of greenhouse emissions while moving to clean energy and reducing their long term costs,” Mr Maas said.

“River Gum Primary is a fantastic local school and this program will help them to continue to play their part in reducing emissions and educating the next generation on sustainability.”

Roll up to bowls trials Berwick Bowls Club is inviting newcomers to try out the sport.

The club will hold trial days on Sunday 14 and Sunday 21 March.

Visitors will be treated to a free sausage sizzle and coaching between 10am and 3pm on both days, and will learn to play outdoor lawn bowls and/or indoor carpet bowls.

The club touts bowls as a great way to meet new friends, and a sport that’s good for all ages, from teens to seniors.

There’s no need to book - simply roll up on the day and wear flat-soled shoes.

Berwick Bowls Club is located in Edwin Flack Reserve on Manuka Road in Berwick.

It is the largest bowling club in Casey, with magnificent grounds, ample parking and excellent all weather greens (two grass and two synthetic).

The club house is equipped with a fullsized industrial kitchen, dining area, bar and dance floor, perfect to hire for functions.

An active social committee organises many events throughout the year for members to enjoy.

For further information about the club and trial days contact Maxine Thompson on 0448 802 126.

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Have your say on road Community input is sought on the Narre Warren North Road upgrade project.

Major Road Projects Victoria is currently upgrading Narre Warren North Road between Fox Road and Belgrave-Hallam Road.

The upgrade will see: an extra lane added in each direction between Fox Road and Belgrave-Hallam Road; changes to the road at the Ernst Wanke intersection to add an extra through lane and extension to the right and left turn lanes; the addition of a dedicated right turn lane from Heatherton Road to Narre Warren North Road northbound; the installation of traffic lights at the Memorial Drive intersection and the addition of turning lanes; the simplification of the Crawley Road and Brundrett Road intersections; installation of safety barriers; and upgrades to walking and cycling paths.

Draft designs have now been completed, and Major Road Projects Victoria is seeking community feedback on these.

Community members can view the designs and submit feedback at engage.vic.gov.au until Wednesday 31 March. A copy of the survey can be downloaded from the website, or interested residents can call Major Road Projects Victoria to request a copy.

Visit the project team - Covid restrictions permitting - between 2pm and 4pm at the Berwick Farmers Market on Saturday 13 March, or at Narre Warren North Village Centre on Wednesdays 10 March and 24 March.

Works on the Narre Warren North Road Upgrade are scheduled to start in November 2021.

For more information on the project or to sign up for SMS updates, visit the Narre Warren North Upgrade webpage.

Community input is sought on the road design.

Man faces court over child abuse stash Cops probe woman’s traffic death The 22-year-old’s laptop and mobile phone will be subject to further digital forensic examination.

The man was granted bail the same day, to appear before Melbourne Magistrates Court charged with ‘using a carriage service to possess child abuse material, contrary to section 474.22A(1) of the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth)’.

The maximum penalty for this offence is 15 years’ imprisonment.

AFP Commander Todd Hunter said this

One year into Monash works It’s hard to see sometimes behind the safety barriers, but work on the Monash Freeway has reached several critical milestones recently, according to the State Government.

Its figures show more than 1.4 million work hours were completed in 2020, including the removal of 50,000 tonnes of soil to make way for the new lanes. Gantries have been installed along the freeway, and in December, new overhead signage between South Gippsland Freeway and Princes Highway completed and turned on. Additionally, 24 “redundant” gantries have been removed by the project team.

Bridges along the Monash have been prepared for widening; this includes at Ferntree Gully Road, Jacksons Road, Police Road and Cardinia Creek. In total, eight bridges need to be widened: at Forster Road, Ferntree Gully Road, Police Road, Beaconsfield Interchange, Jacksons Road, Lower Gum Scrub Creek, Officer South Road and Cardinia Creek.

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Work is continuing on the Monash Freeway.

Forster, Ferntree Gully and Officer South roads with the installation of beams for the new lanes.

Work will also commence on new freeway ramps at Beaconsfield Interchange.

According to the State Government, road surfaces will be maintained throughout with sections of existing asphalt replaced. Lane and road closures will be required during sections of the build, with details of these to be released closer to the time. The Monash Freeway Upgrade is expected to be complete in 2022.

arrest was another reminder of the commitment undertaken by the AFP and its partners to protect children and identify and prosecute anyone who seeks to exploit and harm them.

“Anyone who produces or shares child abuse material is part of the problem, it is they who create the market for child abuse material online, which causes further harm to our community’s most vulnerable - our children,” he said.

“This arrest should serve as a warning law enforcement is dedicated to fighting child sexual abuse and bringing those who commit these offences before the court.”

Members of the public who have any information about people involved in child abuse and exploitation are urged to call Crime stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Reports can also be made online by alerting the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation via the Report Abuse button at www.accce.gov.au/report

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision which occurred in Parkville.

Officers have been told a 23-year-old Berwick woman was crossing Elliot Avenue about 6.30pm on Friday 26 February.

A car travelling on Elliot Avenue collided with the pedestrian.

The Berwick woman was taken to hospital in a critical condition but later died.

The driver of the car, a 55-year-old Sunshine West man, was spoken to at the scene by police.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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A 22-year-old faced the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday 26 February, charged with allegedly possessing child abuse material.

The Victorian Joint-Anti Child Exploitation Team (JACET) began an investigation into the man’s online activities following reports that a user of a website was accessing child abuse material.

The report was referred to investigators by the AFP-led Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) who identified a Melbourne man as the alleged user of this service.

The Hampton Park man was arrested on Thursday 25 February by members of the Victorian JACET. Following the execution of a search warrant, investigators allegedly found child abuse material stored on the man’s laptop.

Police seized the 22-year-old’s laptop and mobile phone which will be subject to further digital forensic examination.

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SOCIALLY SPEAKING On Saturday 27 February, a story was published on the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page regarding new buses set to begin running through Clyde. Here’s how our readers responded online: Peter McKill: Maybe get the roads up to scratch first. The developers should be chipping in at least 80% of the cost. After all they are making the big dollars on squeezing people into poorly designed estates.

Gaye Guest: Pity public bus timetables are not being revised in Dandenong area 40-60 min intervals are too long a duration and then they still run late . The timetables are never revised to make them more beneficial.

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In the lead up to International Women’s Day, Bass MP Jordan Crugnale has expressed her gratitude for the equality present in State Parliament.

This year’s theme is ‘Women in leadership: achieving an equal future in a Covid-19 world’.

Ms Crugnale said she was proud that the State Government is embracing the theme with “actions and outcomes”.

“For the first time ever, our parliament has a cabinet that is 50 per cent women, and their ministries range from Police, Transport Infrastructure, Employment to Agriculture and Attorney General,” she said.

“Our government bench is 48 percent women. We are well on the way to our target of equal representation.

“The 2020 local council elections also

saw Victoria lead the country in terms of women elected - now 44 percent of local councillors are women.”

She said diversity in leadership and gender equity create “a participatory, fairer, safer and more inclusive society.”

Ms Crugnale said the blueprint for gender equality in Victoria is set out in the Safe and Strong: A Victorian Gender Equality Strategy, while the Gender Equality Act 2020 addresses workplace gender equality.

“It says to everyone that girls and women, given the opportunity, can and will lead in any field. Whether it’s at school, on the sporting field, an area of interest, artistically or academically, in the media, in public life.

“The strategies are in place, and there is more work to be done; the today and tomorrows are yours to embrace,” she said.

The State Government will support trials of neighbourhood-scale batteries to maximise the unprecedented uptake in rooftop solar and empower communities to take control of their energy.

Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing today announced that the $3 million Neighbourhood Battery Initiative (NBI) is open, inviting applications for neighbourhood-scale battery projects from local investors, businesses, community groups and other interested parties.

Neighbourhood-scale batteries can provide a range of benefits to electricity users, networks and Victorian communities. Importantly, they can play a valuable role in supporting residential solar systems by soaking up excess solar output during the day which can then be dispatched in the evening, when it is needed most.

Victoria’s Solar Homes Program has seen record levels of rooftop solar systems installed.

About 20 per cent of Victorian households have solar panels and that is expected to grow to 50 per cent by 2030. Neighbourhood-scale batteries could maximise the power generated by the hundreds of thousands of solar systems across the state.

A consultation paper that seeks feedback from stakeholders about the deployment of neighbourhood batteries will be released alongside the application guidelines via the Engage Victoria website.

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Clyde’s mobile black hole

By Danielle Kutchel Covid has highlighted our dependence on mobile coverage to function in the world.

But for residents of Clyde, it’s instead highlighted their isolation and frustration with the lack of mobile coverage in the area.

From remote learning to working from home, residents have struggled to get online - and in some cases, it’s been life threatening.

Star News is aware of at least two cases where residents who were unable to make mobile calls have been placed in potentially lifeor-death situations.

In one, a resident was involved in a family violence episode, and enlisted the support of a neighbour. The neighbour had switched off their Wi-Fi for electrical work and was forced to rely on the mobile network.

The call to emergency services dropped out as the neighbour was providing details of the incident.

Fortunately, police were able to attend.

In another incident, a resident who had a heart attack was unable to be contacted on mobile by paramedics.

Fortunately, the resident is alive to tell the tale - but they’re aware that the scenario could have had a very different ending.

Clyde resident John Castillo is also frustrated with the coverage he receives in his new home.

“We’re having to rely on Wi-Fi, but where it becomes an issue is for people who don’t have Wi-Fi, or if you lose power,” he said.

“It should just be the norm that water, gas, telecommunications, whether it’s NBN or mobile networks, should all really be packaged as part of town planning, and it shouldn’t be allowed for people to build and have settlement until those things are really complete because it’s not fair on people wanting to move to the areas and then dealing with what we have now.

Bass MP Jordan Crugnale meets with Clyde resident John Castillo at the Casey Fields mobile tower.

“The scary part is, if my power goes out and I need to make a phone call to emergency services... or I need an ambulance for my kids, I can’t do that, I need to physically go and find where I can get reception to make that call.”

He wants the provision of mobile coverage in the area to be fast-tracked - “because every-

body is suffering in this area”.

Complaints of poor service have reached the ears of Bass MP Jordan Crugnale, who has launched a Federal Parliament e-petition aimed at improving the mobile network coverage in Clyde and Clyde North.

Ms Crugnale has written to Federal Communications Minister Paul Fletcher, seeking assistance with the “vital infrastructure”.

“Connectivity is a 21st century expectation and imperative for people’s liveability, livelihoods and social connection,” she wrote.

“My constituents in... Clyde and Clyde North stand in their driveways because they can’t use their phone inside the house, this is hit and miss too in terms of connectivity.”

In a case detailed in the letter, Ms Crugnale refers to a mother who was unable to call an ambulance for her daughter, and resorted to WhatsApp to contact a friend in a neighbouring suburb to call on their behalf.

Ms Crugnale said she herself had experienced calls dropping out when she is in the area.

The nearest tower is a Vodafone tower in Casey Fields. The tower’s limited coverage barely stretches to Clyde and Clyde North, according to the Aus Phone Towers app.

Ms Crugnale said the tower has made “little to no difference to people even within very close proximity or a broader 10km range”.

The e-petition asks the Federal Government to expedite works to provide reliable phone coverage to the area.

Ms Crugnale called on all those living in the area or with friends and family in the area to sign the e-petition.

She emphasised that signing the e-petition is confidential, and she will not be provided with any of the details of those who sign.

The petition is open until 24 March 2021 and can be signed by following the simple instructions at www.aph.gov.au/petitions. There is a link to ‘sign an e-petition’, and it is listed as number EN 2412.

The e-petition will be presented to the House of Representatives in Canberra and sent to the Communications Minister.

Orange the colour of care From page 1 That’s double the reports received in neighbouring areas.

“We know demand for support services is increasing and we will continue in working with our partners to deliver the services needed by the most vulnerable in our community,” she said.

Wellsprings for Women chief executive Dalal Smiley said the Orange Door brought benefits but was unlikely to be the “first point of call” for women from migrant and refugee women.

“Often when they disclose, they are reluctant to be referred to specialised family violence agencies.

“The reasons are many and complex and include the fact that they don’t want to leave the relationship and therefore specialised services cannot do much for them.”

Ms Smiley said she looked forward to discussing with Family Safety Victoria how Orange Door would operate in Dandenong “the most multicultural city in Victoria”.

“We know that it will be suitable for many women seeking to escape abusive relationships but we know from experience that for a significant number of migrant and refugee women, the Orange Door is not likely to be their first point of call.”

South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SECASA) is involved in the planning of Orange Door in Dandenong.

Director Katherine Dowson said SECASA’s input ensured the issue of “sexual assault within the context of family violence” was considered.

“We look forward to continuing to support the integrated model and for the impact of such an important framework will have within the community.”

The City of Casey welcomed the announcement of the Orange Door’s arrival in the region.

City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff said the investment in supporting families in Melbourne’s south east is an important step forward.

“The City of Casey continues to record the highest number of family violence reports of any local government area in Victoria. The major access point planned for Casey will be a much-needed addition to the Orange Door network and we look forward to this and proposed outposted services for the area,” she said.

“Women with children across our region are presenting to local support agencies in greater numbers than ever before. It is both the number of cases, and the severity of incidents that are concerning those on the front-line,” Ms Duff said.

In addition to the increased numbers of family violence incidents recorded during Covid-19 restrictions, family violence workers saw a further spike in numbers during the Christmas/New Year period, according to the City of Casey.

“In high-growth areas such as Casey, it is vital local support agencies are able to meet the demand. The new Orange Door streamlines the intake and assessment for people experiencing family violence, with immediate support and referrals in one place,” Ms Duff added.

“These referrals link to local agencies, such as UnitingCare, Wayss, Anglicare and others, who are then engaged to provide a raft of crisis support services where they are needed.”

A key recommendation of the Royal Commission into Family Violence, the Orange Door Network operates in seven health department regions in Victoria including Bayside Peninsula.

It is expected to service all 17 regions in Victoria by the end of 2022.

More than 125,000 people have been referred to the network since 2018.

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up a hamper of gifts from her mother’s business, Sealed with a Gift, worth $75, to donate; MarShere Dance Studio has donated $750 worth of vouchers; Forever Grazing and Mini Eats to You have contributed grazing boxes; Paint a Pot will supply a gift; a local personal trainer has donated two weeks of free fitness classes; Handmade by Helen J has donated two large heatpacks valued at $30; local Tupperware seller Tara has contributed some items; Little Fawn Home-Made Gifts has donated some Easter bows and colour-your-own t-shirts; Grace Cosmetics is contributing a trial pack; Lorraine Lea Linen will contribute a voucher; and Lara’s Gift Packs will donate icy pole holders.

Clare expects more businesses to contribute to the raffle as the day gets closer.

Raffle tickets will be available prior to the

day and will be sold up until 2.45pm on the day of the lemonade stand, with the prizes being drawn at 3pm.

La-Dash Handmade Candles is running a bingo-style fundraiser to support Lochie’s cause too, where visitors to the business’ Facebook page can pick a number and be in with a chance to win special prizes, with half of the proceeds going directly to the Royal Children’s.

There will also be children’s entertainment on the day to add to the fun.

Clare and Lochie hope that the proceeds from the fundraiser will help other hospital patients feel better.

“I’m doing this to help sick kids,” Lochie said.

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Residents in need of refreshment this month can quench their thirst whilst chipping in for a good cause by stopping by Lochie’s Lemonade Stand.

Seven-year-old Lochie will be hosting the old-fashioned fundraiser outside his house on Evelyne Street on Saturday 27 March, from 10am til 3pm.

He’ll be fully stocked with cups of his version of homemade lemonade - his favourite drink - for $1, as well as bags of mixed lollies, also for $1, for a sweet treat.

Lochie plans to donate some of the proceeds to the Royal Children’s Hospital, where he is a patient.

Lochie was born with symbrachydactyly, which means he is missing a finger.

He currently sees an occupational therapist at the hospital once a quarter, and the surgeon yearly - and his visits prompted him to think about the other children in need.

“We see people who are so worse off than what we are and it makes us realise how lucky we are,” Lochie’s mum Clare said.

Lochie decided he wanted to help the hospital after watching a YouTube clip of a child holding a lemonade stall fundraiser, and quickly decided he wanted to do the same.

But he’s hoping to kick it up a notch, with a little help from friends and the wider Cranbourne community.

Local businesses have jumped on board to help, donating items to put into a raffle, the entire proceeds of which will go to the hospital.

Nine-year-old Isabel Tarallo has made

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Communal pantry a winner

By Gabriella Payne The last 12 months have been a difficult time for most people around the world, with Covid-19 causing job losses and uncertainty, but a group of Melbourne locals are working hard to ensure that no one in the community is left to go hungry, with communal pantries or ‘patakas’ popping up at homes all across the city.

The Pataka Movement is a community based initiative that provides free food to those in need and is run “by the people, for the people”.

The idea comes from Maori culture, with the word ‘pataka’ literally translating to ‘pantry’ or ‘storehouse’ and is a concept that allows people to come and go as they please, working on an honesty system of people taking only what they need and donating if they can.

It was approximately five months ago, as Australia grappled with the pandemic, that some members of Melbourne’s New Zealander community decided to get The Pataka Movement up and running and do their bit to help those in need.

Shinnee Kapea, a Hampton Park resident, quickly heard about the movement and was inspired to get her own pataka going to help her local community, which is now open daily from 9am - 6pm and run from her own carport.

“I opened up a communal pantry outside my home about five months ago, and since then it’s kind of exploded, it’s been amazing,” Ms Kapea said.

“All the food is being supplied by the community, from a lot of my family and friends, and the amount of donations coming in has just been overwhelming.”

From what started as a simple idea in Ms Kapea’s carport has grown over the last few months, and just last week, Ms Kapea said she was able to help feed “24 families in just under 24 hours” with her hampers of fresh fruits, vegetables and other food items.

“I’m just trying to give back to the people

Shinnee Kapea has been overwhelmed by the support she’s received for her ‘pataka’ or ‘community pantry’. who are struggling,” Ms Kapea said.

Knowing “how it feels to have nothing”, Ms Kapea began her communal pantry in the hopes of supporting locals who were going through tough times, and said the results have been amazing.

“Not everyone is entitled to things when you’ve lost your job or you’re not a permanent resident,” Ms Kapea said.

“This pantry isn’t just for our own people it’s open to anyone. There’s no judgement and no questions here, all we ask is for people to be

genuine,” she said.

Although in the beginning Ms Kapea was filling her pantry with food that she had bought herself, these days she said it is constantly being refilled by the people who visit, and she only needs to check the cupboards and top food up every now and then.

“I put a lot of trust in my community, because I work full time, so I feel lucky that whenever I come home everyone has just taken what they need and nothing has been ransacked,” she said. Ms Kapea thanked the entire

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community for helping keep this pataka running smoothly and made a special mention to Narre Warren charity, Back 2 Basics, who help supply all sorts of food for the pantry.

If you find yourself able to donate or are ever in need of food, Ms Kapea encouraged everyone to get involved and said she had no intention of closing the pantry any time soon.

“I’m just going to leave my communal pantry open for as long as I can - there’s no need to take it down as long as it’s helping people.”

A time for celebrating all women

By Danielle Kutchel All ladies are welcome at an upcoming International Women’s Day event that promises to empower and inspire.

Brentwood Park WASEMA Friendship Cafe will host a special gathering for International Women’s Day on Thursday 11 March, and women are encouraged to bring their mothers, daughters, aunts and grandmothers too.

The celebration will not only mark the special day, but will also be the first official day back on site for Brentwood Park WASEMA Friendship Cafe (BPWFC) following the Covid shutdowns.

Facilitator of BPWFC, Zoh Hasib, said the organisation wanted to start the year with a “great welcome”.

“What better way to celebrate than In-

ternational Women’s Day! Every woman is worth celebrating and every woman deserves celebrating!” she said.

Women on the day will be treated to surprise guest speakers, as well as multicultural singing, dancing, games and henna tattoos.

A raffle will also be held, and refreshments will be provided.

“We want to get to know one another and celebrate one another - you, me and all women,” Ms Hasib said.

BPWFC is a not for profit organisation established to give women a place to connect with others, make friends and feel empowered. The cafe provides connections and opportunities for visitors, ranging from excursions to just having another person to talk to, as well as assistance with contacting support

agencies when needed.

A focus this year, Ms Hasib said, is women’s mental health and encouraging women to not be afraid to reach out.

It’s hoped that the International Women’s Day event will create awareness out there of the cafe and the assistance it can provide.

The event is free to attend, however bookings are essential. It will be held at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House on Thursday 11 March, from 10am-12pm. Participants who are unable to make it in person are able to join the event via Zoom instead.

To book, visit events.humanitix.com/ brentwood-park-wasema-friendship-cafeinternational-women-s-day-celebrations or visit the BPWFC Facebook page for more information.

Zoh Hasib, left at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House, with Jo, right, manager of the Neighbourhood House.

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By Danielle Kutchel Those looking for a creative outlet are in luck, with Provenance Artists back bigger and better than ever since the Covid-19 lockdowns.

Provenance Artists is a not-for-profit society of artists based in the City of Casey which holds weekly workshops and regular exhibitions, following the philosophy of painting for pleasure.

The group’s new studio was recently opened

by Holt MP Anthony Byrne, and the group is welcoming new members with open arms.

Provenance Artists has just completed its Lest We Forget - Vietnam exhibition, which was on show at Cranbourne RSL. The series of paintings will now be exhibited at Casey Central Shopping Centre from 15-21 March.

The artists are now getting ready for the Great Art Show, to be held at Nossal High School from 23 to 25 April.

This show is recognised as the biggest art show in the south east and the second best art show in Victoria.

The Great Art Show will feature 700 paintings by leading Victorian and interstate artists.

Pieces will be available for purchase, some at up to 50 per cent off.

Provenance received a special art development fund from the City of Casey to teach adults who have never painted, to learn the craft. Already, tutor Deborah Polman, an award winning artist, is teaching five adults who have answered the call.

These workshops are held on Fridays 10am2pm, and the first two workshops are free.

Budding artists can also learn to paint the easy way under the tutelage of Calvin Bell, a Fulbright Scholar. His workshops - limited to six artists - are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10am-2pm, and 7pm-10.30pm.

The new Provenance Artists studio is located at 2 Merrowland Avenue, Cranbourne North.

To learn to paint with Calvin Bell, contact 0402 210 253, email provenanceartists@gmail. com or visit www.artistofoz.com If you have never painted before and would like to learn, contact Deborah Polman on 0490 893 805 or dapolman@hotmail.com For more information on the Great Art Show, visit www.artshowsofoz.com

Adults who have never painted before attend a workshop with Deborah Polman - they are pictured with their first paintings.

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Feature painting at the Great Art Show by internationally acclaimed artist Genn Hoyle form Langwarrin.

Holt MP Anthony Byrne opening the new Provenance Artists Studio in Cranbourne North with Zoe Panagiotopoulos, president of Provenance Artists.

Echo Man Kit, a refugee from Hong Kong, so proud of of his second painting.

Mira Lambadaridis with her painting of “The Dog’’.

Hamed Rayet, an Iranian refugee, painting his last nude.

Emerging artist Barbara Pain and her New Zealand scene.

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By Danielle Kutchel The ladies from the Inner Wheel Club of Narre Warren were hot to trot last week, hosting a successful walkathon for cord blood research.

Around 43 walkers joined in on the fundraiser on Friday 26 February, called ‘Sean’s Two for Ten’.

Each participant walked two kilometres through Cranbourne’s Botanic Gardens and donated $10 to the cause.

In what vice president Linda Wallace described as a “fantastic” day, the group managed to raise $1250 for cord blood research.

The night before the walk, Ms Wallace said the club was “inundated” with registrations from the Hudson Institute of Medical Research, where much of Victoria’s cord blood

research is undertaken.

After the walk, the researchers gave Inner Wheel members an update on their current research progress - much of which is funded by grants given out by Inner Wheel Australia, thanks to events like the walkathon.

The group of walkers wore distinctive red shirts and hats, and their outfits drew attention from other park users - providing the perfect opportunity to explain the cause, Ms Wallace said.

“It was a top day all round, and we’re just excited it has gone so well,” she said.

“The added surprise of members of the Hudson Institute attending was fantastic.”

Donations are still gratefully accepted at https://www.innerwheelaustralia.org.au/national-project

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By Mitchell Clarke Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name.

Former Springfield Ward councillor Rex Flannery, who resigned as deputy mayor just days before the State Government sensationally sacked the entire council in February 2020, says the events of the past 12 months are still “eating” him up.

He has now officially requested that his name is removed from both a councillor honour board in the customer service centre and a wall plaque in Bunjil Place.

“I have never had any involvement into this alleged corruption scandal and therefore I do not wish to have my name associated with past or former councillors who may have brought our City of Casey into disrepute,” he told Star News.

“People look at your name and they see that you’re from Casey Council and immediately they put you in that same mould, which couldn’t be further than the truth.

“It’s just horrible to have been a councillor in that term. It gives you a sickening feeling in your gut and now I have to live with that.“ Mr Flannery argues his name should never have been placed on the plaque celebrating the $126 million Bunjil development because at the time he didn’t support the project.

“I guess I’ve eaten a little bit of humble pie with Bunjil Place. I’ve been able to see the value that place brings to the community but at the time I was against the development and I wasn’t once consulted (about having my name included),” he said.

He also claims former ex-ward partner, Sam Aziz, stated to him that he “wished he never had my name added to the plaque”.

“That was the only time I agreed with him,” Mr Flannery said.

While Mr Flannery hasn’t accused any former councillor of committing wrongdoing, he said anyone found guilty from the IBAC hearing should immediately have their honours stripped.

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Rex Flannery, pictured in late 2015, wants his name stripped from council. 148005 from anywhere within the City of Casey ... whether it’s a plaque in the botanical gardens or in Bunjil Place, I want them removed so they have absolutely no recognition anymore,” he said.

“They’ve disgraced themselves and they’ve disgraced the council. They’ve taken something away from me that I totally enjoyed. I loved serving the Casey community. I just want some clarity as to what way it’s going to go.”

Since his resignation, Mr Flannery has been working in an operating theatre at a local hospital. He said he has every intention to run for council again in 2024.

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“I want to get back into serving the community again. I want to run again and I want to get my name back on the honour board for the right reasons. At the moment it’s a dishonour board,” he said.

Star News understands Mr Flannery has put forward his request to be heard by the administrators at the next council meeting, slated for Tuesday 2 February.“It’s up to them now but a year later, this is still eating at me. I need closure and this is one way that I can get it,“ he said.

“I played no part in any downturn or sacking of the council and I feel it’s my duty to say that I don’t want to be a part of or in any way

Bunjil Place. associated with the 2016-20 term.”

Casey’s governance manager Rhys Matulis said: “Given the IBAC investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on that matter. Council has received and will consider Mr Flannery’s request in due course.”

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Ten Tenors tour Bunjil The Ten Tenors are set to grace the stage of Bunjil Place this July, as part of a long-awaited tour of Australia.

The national tour marks the group’s 25th anniversary, and is set to be their biggest show ever.

This 25th anniversary tour is a blessing for fans across Australia - and a much-anticipated return to the stage for the Ten Tenors since returning from their first and “sold out” tour of Brazil in March 2020, which had to be cancelled due to the outbreak of Covid-19 across the globe.

Australia’s premier vocal group has announced a 22-city tour that will start in Brisbane on the 1st July and see them travel across the continent until early August.

The Ten Tenors will hit Bunjil Place on Wednesday 14 July for two shows, at 1pm and 7.30pm.

The song list will feature all the favourites including Bohemian Rhapsody, Hallelujah, Perfect, In my Life, Here’s to the Heroes, Pearl Fishers Duet, Funiculì, Funiculà, Largo AL Factotum and, of course, Nessun Dorma, plus their three most requested medleys.

Over their 25 years of performing, the Ten Tenors have: Sold over 2.8 million concert tickets worldwide Sold over 1.2 million albums worldwide Recorded 15 studio albums Scored 7 gold/platinum albums/DVD Headlined over 2500 performance globally Toured and performed in 34 countries (so far) Performed at over 1500 private and corporate events

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The Ten Tenors will grace the stage at Bunjil Place this July.

· Helped raise over $11,250,000 for charities over $645,000 for children’s hospital · Raised charities from the sale of their festive album “Our Christmas Wish” in Australia and the USA. The TEN Tenors are itching to reconnect with old fans and new with a show that revisits the full history of the group’s catalogue of 15 albums and over 4000 live performances.

“We haven’t been all together since we said goodbye to each other in Brazil on March 17 2020. We are ecstatic about the idea of doing shows again, especially to celebrate our 25th anniversary,” said performer Jared Newall.

“I cannot wait to get back on the stage with my touring mates, I am so excited I am even looking forward to doing rehearsal. It’s been well over a year and we just want to sing together and see all the happy faces in the audience again,” added tenor Daniel Belle.

Tickets will go on pre-sale on Friday 5th March and general sale from Tuesday 9th March via www.thetentenors.com

Showing up to help

By Taylah Eastwell When Danielle* saw people struggling and living in fear as Covid-19 lockdowns began last year, she wanted to show up for those who needed it most.

So she established The Kindness Community, a local charity that now makes over 300 meals each week to feed over 100 different people.

“It came about at the start of Covid, I was really aware a lot of people were in a difficult position. There was a large number of people who had been very disadvantaged or were in fear so I wanted to do something where we could cook food,” Danielle said.

“Now it’s just something regular we do to show up for people who haven’t really had people show up for them before,” she said.

The project started when Danielle and a few close friends “cooked a bunch of food and drove around Dandenong asking if people needed any“. They ended up going to an emergency hotel, and from that point on developed a relationship with the hotel and continue to attend every Tuesday to serve nutritious food to those in need.

The project has expanded to three locations across Dandenong and Tecoma, supported by a group of regular volunteers who rotate on an alternate basis each week.

The Tecoma community meal service is run in conjunction with the Food is Free project at the Tecoma Church.

The Kindness Community also operates a weekly meal service on the streets of Dandenong and continues to attend an emergency accomodation each week to serve healthy food to those in need– all in a day’s work each Tuesday.

The team cook the meals in a kitchen in Mt Dandenong donated for use by Belgrave’s Mareesa’s Cafe, and receive generous donations and food items from The Wholefood Merchants in Ferntree Gully and Pelligrino’s Fresh Fruits in Olinda.

The Kindness Community volunteers preparing meals.

The Kindness Community volunteers.

Danielle said the project has had a “double-edged benefit”.

“A lot of volunteers have said it really did brighten up very dark days. The reason I started this project wasn’t just for the people we were serving that were isolated but also for volunteers who were isolated and helped them build connection in the community as well,” she said.

Danielle requested her surname be witheld

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A look back at milestones Almost half a century has passed since a 22-year-old rev-head - sporting a mullet and a love for anything with an engine - lobbed into Nar Nar Goon chasing his dream.

A young Bruce Clough had honed his mechanical skills and customer rapport in a thriving ‘backyard’ business, fixing and modifying cars in the driveway of his father’s Werribee home.

He was ready to take the next step and quickly snapped up a towing and mechanical repair business he saw advertised in The Age in late 1974, despite the initial misgivings of his then-girlfriend and later wife Sue, who thought he had taken her to the end of the earth.

Over the next few years, Bruce and Sue grew both the business and a young family, with four boys being welcomed into the fold.

The Cloughs soon added a few used cars to the towing and mechanical repair business and in late 1994 seized an opportunity to add the Mazda dealership.

Sadly, Bruce succumbed to an aggressive form of cancer in July 2013, aged only 61.

Towards the end, he got the boys - Paul, Kane, Ben and Zac - together and told them that he had taken the business where he could and it was up to them to go to the next level.

“Bruce would be very proud of what the boys have done,” Sue told the Gazette.

A timeline marking significant developments in the company’s history hangs proudly in the foyer of their new dealership in Pakenham.

“It’s our story and we are proud of it,” said Paul, who is now dealer principal.

“Bruce always had good vision,” Sue said.

“He could always see where things were heading.”

Bruce and Sue had just arrived back from an overseas trip and were heading back to Nar Nar Goon when they noticed the Mazda dealership in Pakenham had closed up.

It had been run for years by the Elliott family and been passed on to the Blanchards, who closed it after a couple of years.

Bruce told Sue he would give Mazda a call and they had secured the dealership within three months.

“Mazda was doing well in the 1970s and ’80s, but lost its way a bit in the ’90s,” Paul explained.

The growth eventually came on the back of the “Zoom-Zoom boom” and Australia now has the highest market share for Mazda in the world and has the highest rate of customer satisfaction.

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and the Cardinia Shire region that led to the development of the new dealership.

Paul said Mazda had confidence that the Cloughs had the area well covered, but were mindful of the need for future expansion.

So the boys put the feelers out for a new site and Ray Weinzierl from Car Megamart offered the opportunity of a corner block on Commercial Drive in the new South East Business Park at Pakenham.

The Cloughs bought the land with the intention of sitting on it until the need to expand arose, but were advised that it would be in their best interests to move in as soon as possible.

So Montlaur Project Services and construction firm the APM Group, which built the events and administration centre at Racing. com Park at Tynong, were engaged and the new state-of-the-art showroom quickly took shape.

Since the relocation, the Cloughs have seen an increase in both new and used sales as well as now having a facility and processes to manage the additional servicing capacity. Pakenham Mazda is now well placed to be able to meet all of the requirements and expectations of customers as the area continues to grow and expand.

Although their surroundings are all shiny and new, links to the past remain.

Sitting in a frame on the top of a filing cabinet in Paul’s office is a VACC Tech School Special Mention certificate, presented to one Bruce Stanley Clough back in 1969.

He is still around in many other ways as well.

Paul says the work ethic and customer service developed by that 22-year-old rev-head in the mid-1970s will continue to be a cornerstone of the business.

“We pride ourselves to look after our customers the best we can. Our purpose-built state of the art facility provided new opportunities to expand our quality service range and has exceeded customer expectations,” Paul explained.

“Our point of difference is our relationship with the local area,” Paul said. “We have local knowledge and a focus on relationships and customer service - qualities that were instilled in us by Dad. “We are happy to be judged on how we treat our customers. Networking and word of mouth has always been a big part of our success - and will continue to be.

“It keeps you on your toes. We don’t want to go to the local footy and find out that we have given someone bad service.

“That’s not what the Cloughs are about.”

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Experts in orthodontics At South East Orthodontics, your smile will be looked after by an expert team committed to optimum orthodontic care.

The team includes specialists like Dr Nishan Fernando, from the deep south of New Zealand.

He completed a Bachelor of Science in physiology, and Post Graduate Diploma in Science, in pharmacology and toxicology from the University of Otago. His area of research was in hypertension, and he also published a Poisons Information Monograph for the World Health Organisation.

Nishan later travelled to South East Asia where he completed his Bachelor in Dental Surgery from Hong Kong University. It was during this time his keen interest in orthodontics and facial growth developed. With his successes in the undergraduate dental program, Nishan was employed in the Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics at Prince Phillip Dental Hospital as a House Officer. The position involved treating complex

cases and medically compromised children, as well as orthodontic patients under the supervision of his orthodontic professors. This was one of three positions that were keenly sought for those intending to compete for post graduate study.

During this time he volunteered his time with a cleft lip and palate team which went to Cambodia. He also volunteered his time to the Warehouse Project, which was set up to provide a safe and fun environment for young teens to socialise in Hong Kong. Nishan loved the expat life in Hong Kong and experienced this as a hub where people from many parts of the world flocked to. He also took every opportunity to travel with the friends he made there.

Upon returning to New Zealand, and a few more examinations he registered with the New Zealand Dental Council and The General Dental Council (UK). After a few years in private general dental practice in New Zealand, Nishan attended the University of Adelaide to complete his Doctoral in Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) in 2005. His area of research

involved the investigation of dental, skeletal and facial complex changes with extraction orthodontic therapy, and assessment of the resultant aesthetic changes of the face . He also a underwent further examinations to be a Member of the Royal College of Surgeon. Nishan is also the secretary of the Australasian Begg Society of Orthodontists. This organisation has the primary function of providing continued education conferences for orthodontists with world class speakers, and is also the primary supporter of the Cleft Lip and Palatal Project in East Timor.

Being from New Zealand, Nishan loves mountain biking, skiing and more recently taken up snow boarding. He has also jumped off a few bungy bridges. When he gets the chance, Nishan returns back to Queenstown to visit his extended family and partake in his outdoor pursuits.

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Silver linings present in the strangest of places and seeing the deadly influenza season all but eliminated in 2020 brings a wry smile to my somewhat 2020 fatigued face. We saw laboratory-confirmed influenza infections drop to just over 20,000, nation-wide last year, down from 300,000 in 2019. Although the restrictions that us Victorians weathered were painful, it certainly put a significant dent in this communicable disease.

Looking forward; we have the covid-19 vaccine roll-out underway. This has the potential to ease up restrictions and allow life to evolve into a new normal. This new normal will have us socialising with our friends and families, attending our favourite events and generally interacting with more individuals in our day to day lives. So, without inducing fear, I ask what does this mean for this flu season and what can we do to prepare for it?

Whilst “The Flu” is not considered as fatal as Covid-19, presently (with more data still needed) it is considered more contagious.

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BY DANIELLE KUTCHEL THERE was plenty to see and do at the opening of Rawdon Hill’s new display home at Canopy at Amstel.

The event has been hailed as a huge success, with local buyers flocking to the Rawdon 258 on Saturday 27 February to check out the impressive features on offer.

Kids enjoyed free entertainment, and adults appreciated the free coffee in what was a fun and memorable day.

Visitors were highly complimentary of the house’s floorplan and inclusions, praising it as a great family home with a quality feel.

One exciting aspect of the Rawdon 258 is its flexibility, with the home able to offer three or four bedrooms depending on your needs. The home is packed with storage, including his and hers walk-in robes to the master, a walk-in linen closet, open plan family and meals area and a theatre room a must for any modern family.

And now everyone can experience the Rawdon Hill difference for themselves.

The Rawdon Hill sales office at Canopy at Amstel is open 12pm-5pm Friday to Tuesday.

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Rawdon Hill’s wide range of home designs appeals to a broad range of customers; from modern to character homes, there’s something for every family.

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By Mikayla Van Loon One of the biggest clearing sales the South East has seen in many years was held this past week.

Over 600 items were for sale from a 70-yearold collection on the Williamson property in Pakenham.

Peter Rollason from Elders Pakenham said although clearing sales are quite common, this was the largest sale he had seen in his time working in the area.

“You won’t see a sale like this regularly, I’ve been involved in clearing sales for 35 to 40 years and I’ve never seen a sale like this,” Mr Rollason said.

Having collected cars, tractors, machinery and trucks for all those years, Jeff and Gary Williamson are going through the process of selling all the items their father collected through an online auction system.

“We decided a fortnight ago to just go online because it was very uncertain what was happening with Covid and we were receiving a lot of inquiries from interstate, so we’ve had inquiries from all states of Australia and also some overseas inquiries,” Mr Rollason said.

“So in the interest of everyone being able to bid we thought we would just make it online bidding.”

Crowds came by the hundreds to view all the items, with 650 people visiting the Williamson property over two days last week.

With the property recently sold, this clearing sale is an ‘all must go,’ with anything not sold planned to be used as scrap metal.

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By Nick Creely Incoming Narre Warren coach Shane Dwyer expects there to be stern competition as preparations for the AFL Outer East Premier Division season really ramp up.

The Magpies are the reigning premiers of 2019, winning the senior flag on a day that no one involved at the club will ever forget, but after the disappointment of missing a whole season of football in 2020, in a way the club is looking to make up for lost time.

Dwyer told the Star News there is absolutely no qualms about the hunger of the group.

“The group’s ready to go - one of the good things to come out of last year is that we want to get going a bit early this year,” he said.

“We’ve had really good numbers for the senior group all the way through, so they’re keen to get up and running.

“It’s always in the back of your mind (not playing), you wake up and look at the news for cases and whatnot, so fingers crossed it all goes smoothly and we get more than one practice match this year.

“There shouldn’t be any premiership hangover; we haven’t done anything in twelve months.”

The club will unfurl its premiership flag in the season-opener against Olinda Ferny Creek on Saturday 17 April, and Dwyer said the 2021 competition is going to be even, hard-fought and ultra-competitive.

“I think the season will be pretty even Beacy and Cranny are always quality, and I definitely think the sides up in the mountains will be a lot better after a year of seeing what we have,” he said.

“My reports are that most of those clubs have recruited really well, and Doveton and Pakenham are always good as well.

“I think it’ll be a lot more even than the last time we played.”

Some experience and iconic names have departed the Magpies through the off-season, namely one of its greatest ever players in Michael Collins and premiership skipper Dylan Quirk to Bunyip, Mitch Dempster to Rosebud, and Colin McNamara who has retired. 2018 Team of the Year member Ryan Quirk is also Bunyip-bound.

But depth is a major component of a premiership list, and the Magpies are prepared to back in its youngsters, while also adding some quality mature-age recruits.

Ex-West Coast Eagle Kurt Mutimer, a former Magpie junior, is back full-time for the club.

He’ll be one of the Premier Division’s biggest stars.

The gun midfielder, who played four AFL games, is a massive addition both on and off the field, something not lost on his coach.

“He’ll add a different level of professional-

Despite some experience leaving the club, Narre Warren will be hard to stop in 2021. ism with what he’s been through and where he’s played, and he’ll be able to teach and guide the young guys. So that’s fantastic,” he said.

“He’s a Narre boy - he actually played a senior game under Chris Toner when he was about 16 or so, and he’s got his two brothers down there which is a major drawcard for him.

“He’ll be awesome for us both on field and around the club - I think he’ll enjoy it, and be really relaxed.”

Mat Suckling, an experienced state league player at VFL and SANFL level gun, has also landed at the club and will significantly bolster the midfield stocks alongside the likes of Mutimer, Brad Scalzo, Josh Tonna, Trent Cody and Nathan Foote.

“We lost those other guys, Dylan and Collo who are club legends with massive experience, so to get Matty in who is a bit older and played

a really good level is great,” he said.

“We’ll be tapping into him a lot, but he’s been really good since coming on board - both him and Kurt coming in are a big plus for us because we’ll be pretty young. So we’re excited.”

The club has also welcomed back Mitch Cowan and Hayden Stagg from the Ellinbank Football Club.

The Magpies will have rising star and premiership player Jack Toner available when not playing VFL football this season, but Dwyer hopes the youngster will grab his chance after impressing in the SANFL last season.

“We hope he’s playing for Williamstown - he had a great half year when he played SANFL, and he’s going really, really well at the moment,” he said. “So hopefully he plays a full year in the VFL at Williamstown.

Picture: ROB CAREW “If by chance we get him for a couple of games, it’ll be big for us - he kicks the ball well, is really fit and tough.

Another premiership star, forward Mitch Cox is absolutely flying down at Frankston but will play with Narre when available, as well as the talented Cory Machaya.

Dwyer said it will be a luxury when they’re available, but wants them to shine at VFL level.

“He’s (Mitch Cox) going really well down there at Frankston,” he said.

“Those VFL guys, you don’t plan for them to play, but if you get them then it’s a bonus.

“If you’re banking on them to play, you can get in a hole.

“I just hope Jack, Mitch and Corey Machaya have really good years at VFL level, and if we get them for a few games then that’s great.”

Their goal-kicking accuracy is seriously paying off The Melbourne Football Club’s goalkicking efforts this AFL Women’s season are starting to pay off, with community clubs already benefitting from the Goals for Good campaign.

The Demons, which launched the initiative in January, ventured out to the Cranbourne Eagles Junior Football Club on Wednesday, 24 February, presenting an equipment pack to club representatives.

The pack includes footballs, training bibs and ball carriers, and is courtesy of Melbourne’s Major Partner Zurich Insurance and their community mental health program ’Tackle Your Feelings’.

The Goals for Good initiative will see close to $20,000 worth of equipment donated to junior clubs nationwide, thanks to the two supporters.

After nominating Cranbourne as her club, Demons defender Sinead Goldrick had the opportunity to meet some of the south east’s junior stars part of Cranbourne’s AFLW teams.

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“Here at Cranbourne, we’ve got four girls’ junior teams and that gives us a good pathway for our seniors moving forward,” he said.

“Initiatives like Goals for Good and providing sporting equipment to clubs gives us a chance to give our girls the best chance at the junior grassroots level.”

Coaches at Cranbourne have also participated in Tackle Your Feelings’ mental health training, which Moore said continues to play an important role.

“The Tackle Your Feelings program has been really beneficial to our club,” he said.

“It actually gives our players and coaches a bit of guidance in relation to mental health, and where to turn when things get tough.”

The program was funded by the Z Zurich Foundation and Zurich Australia, and was delivered to over 300 community AFL clubs in 2020, providing coaches and participants with extensive support.

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By Nick Creely DDCA TURF 1 AND TURF 2 REVIEW - ROUND 13 When Buckley Ridges champ Daniel ‘DJ’ Watson is on song, there is really no way of stopping him.

The master blaster has sent his fair share of balls onto Pultney Street and into the creek throughout his time at the club, and on Saturday the association great flayed them everywhere in a powerful performance that saw his side surge into the top-four with a round left to play.

It was not only the power of his hitting, but the opposition he was up against that was the most impressive aspect of the performance - it came against the all-conquering Berwick outfit with plenty on the line.

The powerful Berwick batting line up struggled early after being sent into bat, with skipper Matt Chasemore and Brodie Emmett both prized out early by Welegedara.

In-form keeper batsman Jordan Cleland was fighting hard at the other end, and combined with a 27-run stand with Nathan Pilon, before a double-striker by tweaker Wes Nicholas (2/33) - which also saw the end of Bears star Ruwantha Kellepotha second ball - had the visitors in trouble at 4/66.

But Cleland remained steadfast to try and consolidate the innings, but as he looked to really launch towards the back-end of the innings, Benny Howell (1/32) was the man to trap him in front, with the Bears opener sent packing for a well-made 58.

Some late hits from James Wilcock (28 off 24) proved vital for the Bears as the visitors posted 166, but Welegedara rummaged through the lower order to finish with figures of 5/45 - his most impressive performance to date after battling through some injuries in his first season for the club.

If the Bears were looking to make early inroads in defending its modest total, ‘DJ’ Watson and Benny Howell all but ensured the game was lost in the blink of an eye.

Watson blasted the ball to all parts in a powerful individual display, blasting eight sixes in his incredible 70 from 39 balls, as he and Howell combined for a flattening 126-run opening stanza.

While Watson eventually fell, Howell took over the mantle as he too crafted a sensational

Cranbourne opener Dean McDonell on the attack in Turf 2. 229797 Pictures: STEWART CHAMBERS half-century, blasting 70 not out from 62 balls as the Bucks raced home with nine wickets to spare and in just 21 overs.

At Frawley Road, Springvale South showcased some of its best cricket of the season when it took down the ladder-leading Hallam Kalora Park.

The win was largely set up from a superb 83 from Bloods opener Ryan Quirk, who anchored the innings from the outset as the visitors posted 6/206.

Quirk’s third half-century of the season was a beauty, and with boundaries hard to come by used his placement and timing to keep the scoreboard flowing nicely.

Skipper Nathan King blasted 42 from 43 balls in a 66-run opening stand, while Jack Sketcher contributed a vital 25.

The usual Hallam seamers struggled to get much momentum, however Jordan Hammond (2/51) and spinner Lee Brown (2/45) managed to get into the wickets.

Despite a fighting 61 not out from Sachith Jayasingha, the Hawks were unable to recover

from being 5/54, with King (2/20) doing the damage early before a strong bowling effort ensured the Hawks would be restricted to 6/148.

A costly loss down at Lois Twohig Reserve from Narre South, meanwhile, could cost the Lions its place the finals.

After losing to St Mary’s last week and now North Dandenong on Saturday, it’s another bitter pill to swallow for a team that has played largely excellent cricket despite some injury concerns.

The Lions - finally welcoming back champion Scott Phillips - had some early troubles after winning the toss and batting, but managed to recover nicely to post 9/178.

But the Maroons’ bowling outfit, led by Nimesh Kariyawasam (4/37) were well disciplined to keep the Lions’ total from blowing out.

A starring performance from Javed Khan was the catalyst for the Maroons’ dominant win, with the all-rounder crafting an outstanding 59 from 73 balls, while a crafty 42 not out

Chanaka Welegedara sends one down for Buckley Ridges. 229792 from Syed Mehmood would ensure the home team would get the points with five wickets left to spare.

In the final game of the round, St Mary’s (9/182) continued its late season stellar form with a strong win against Heinz Southern Districts (142) at home.

In Turf 2, the season couldn’t be set up for a bigger grandstand finish.

In the penultimate round of the Turf 2 campaign, there is still absolutely no indication about just how this final four will end up.

Three teams - Beaconsfield (third), Cranbourne (fourth) and Parkmore Pirates (fifth) are tied on 45 points - while Parkfield is still an outside chance of breaking in if results go its way in the final round.

But Saturday saw Narre Warren lock away a top-two spot, with the Magpies comfortably defeating finals fancy Parkmore Pirates at Sweeney Reserve.

Discipline was once again the key for the Magpies, with Josh Dinger (4/40) once again superb as the Pirates were bundled out for 128.

These Mohawks have some genuine fighting spirit It was a cool start to Round 12 of the Casey Softball Association, but lovely, calm and dry.

As usual, the under-16s started off the day. In the clash between Berwick Mohawks and Cobras Grey, an undermanned Mohawks never gave up against the strong Cobras side.

Still, the Cobras were comfortable 17-9 winners, with their best Edwina Little, while Jonah Yap impressed for the Mohawks.

Cobras Maroon played Doveton in a onesided game with Cobras very comfortable 18-1 winners. The best players were Cobras Logan Wingrave and Rachel Steendam.

It’s been a challenging year for the mixed under-13 competition as Casey wasn’t able to run any clinics over the winter that would normally attract new players. However, the fantastic coaches are doing a great job with the newest and youngest players, who are all loving learning about softball.

The early game in the Social Ladies competition saw a very entertaining game between Berwick Chickasaw and MVP Falcons.

Both teams had their batting games going.

MVP’s Karen Thomson had a great triple, and all Chickasaw batters contributed.

MVP Falcons emerged winners 17-14. The best for the MVP Falcons was Ashley Paterson, and for Chickasaw Shirley Farmer.

The clash between the Doveton Renegades and the Cobras was another game with lots of runs. Both teams started strongly, but the Renegades pulled ahead in the second innings to win 20-11. The best for the Renegades was Keira Hoad, and for Cobras was Maddie Wingrave. The game of the round was between the first and second-placed Berwick Geronimo and Cranbourne Comets.

Geronimo had the early lead, with the Comets chipping away. A five-run third inning saw Comets fall one short - losing a great game 10-9. The Comets’ Lisa Lever batted strongly and Geronimo’s Pam Barton fielded well at third, as well as contributing with a couple of hits.

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Last time Berwick Cheyenne and the Chiefs met, Cheyenne had an upset win. But this time the Chiefs bought their A game to the field with very strong batting, hitting the gaps, and producing many extra base hits.

This was backed up by great pitching from Kiara Rhind-Luke. There were a couple of highlights for Cheyenne, with a good relay on a great hit to the outfield getting the Chiefs’ runner as she slid into third, and a double play by first base Holly Licciardo. Chiefs were too strong on the day, emerging 15-0 winners.

The best for the Chiefs was Kirsten Hamilton and Cheyenne Deirdre Craig.

The Young Guns and Doveton Destroyers played a cracker of a game. The Destroyers flew out of the blocks with eight runs in the first inning.

Young Guns kept them scoreless in the second and third innings, while scoring three and five runs respectively, drawing level going into the fourth inning. The top of the fourth saw Destroyers score four runs, but

Young Guns held their nerve and scored five to win by one in a thriller. The best for the Destroyers was Molly Joynson, and for Young Guns Tarynn Stafford.

In the Open Men’s class, Trouser Snakes travelled to Dandenong to play the Southern Knights. The Southern Knights played a strong game, recording a 12-4 win. The best for the Southern Knights was Nic Green, while Alex Chapman shone for Trouser Snakes. Back at Sweeney Reserve in the final game of the day, Cranbourne took on Chiefs.

Chiefs were too strong, coming away with a comfortable 14-2 win. The best for Cranbourne was Darryl Clunes, and for the Chiefs Brock Van Der Linden.

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Redbacks get set for ‘21

By Nick Creely Hampton Park coach Nathan ‘Nanga’ Wilson has a vision for the Redbacks as he prepares to enter his first season as senior coach - to make the club a force of the Southern league, and to have the club up into Division 1 within two years.

And with the bulk of the Division 3 premiership list of 2019 locked away, and a bundle of new recruits, the Redbacks are expected to be a genuine threat when the Division 2 season kicks off on Saturday 10 April against Keysborough.

He said that training standards have increased as the confidence of footy’s return has grown, and he can really see the drive in the group now as the club prepares to once again take to the field.

“With last year, a lot of coaches I’ve spoken to thought that when we started in late-November, the numbers would be through the roof, but it hasn’t quite panned out like that until the last few weeks when people are now starting to think, ‘alright, we might be playing some footy here’,” he said.

“We play Langwarrin in a week and a half in a practice match, so we’ve really ramped up training, and it’s picked up.

“You can see the finish line - no one likes to run around the oval and not be playing.

“So it’ll be a good hit out against Langwarrin, they’re a really good MPNFL side.”

Wilson said the list is primed, hungry, ready to challenge and has built considerable depth and star power.

“I was happy with the list that was coming through from 2019 - spending a couple of years as assistant coach in Division 2 at the Doveton Eagles, I sort of had a fair understanding of the division and what was required,” he said.

“Having seen Hampton Park and guys I’ve played with, I thought that we had a list that could really challenge, but we went out and targeted a ruckman and a few others, and happened to land the biggest fish of all.

“But we’ve retained the majority of our 2019 list which is great.”

Among the bundle of recruits is decorated ruck star Russ Gabriel, who most recently played for Pines but has swag of league medals and team of the year gongs across the VFL, for Doveton and in the WAFL. Wilson couldn’t be more excited about what the star big man will bring to the club.

“It’s really exciting for the football club to get

Liam Myatt has signed with Hampton Park. 181546 someone of that calibre in - the rucks in that division have been a bit light on,” he said.

“It’s massive - it sort of came about just as a pure, ‘we’ll just see what he’s up to’, and we weren’t expecting anything, and the message we got back was great, and a couple of weeks later it was done.”

The Redbacks have also secured gun Narre Warren premiership player Liam Myatt, who has also played VFL with Frankston and the Dandenong Stingrays, key defender Dale Jose from the Doveton Eagles, the return of Jordan Derbyshire after a stint with Mordialloc, exCollingwood player and VFL star Dan Nicholls, and talented tall prospect Darcy Hope from Pakenham who won’t be available for the first portion of the season but is expected to add great flexibility to the team.

From a re-signing point of view, the Redbacks have recently announced some of its crucial cogs will stay at the club in 2021, such

Picture: ROB CAREW as Cory Phillips, Travis Davis, Jackson Fry, Luke O’Brien, Phil Nanfra, Shaun Welsh, Enayate Samadi, Aaron Holden, Sean Winsall, Ash Scott, Cam Williamson, Jackson Philpin, Zac Hogton, Peter Dye, Josh Craig and Kyle Hendy.

On Myatt, Wilson said the club was delighted to have secured him to add to the inside midfield stocks and is expecting him to have a massive 2021 season.

“Matthew Cox (senior assistant coach), he’s cousin’s with him, and they were having a chat at a family function,” he said.

“They got to chatting, and Coxy got him to come down and have a meal and chat with us, and then it got done which is exciting.

“We were thinking Liam would just have a licence to run around and do his own thing, but the scratch matches he’s been in he’s been an absolute bull - we expect him to have his nose under the footy all year.”

Wilson believes that the new players will add

tremendous quality to the already seasoned premiership squad, and is excited about what each individual can add both on and off field as the club looks to really stamp its authority over the competition.

“We think we’ve targeted areas that we can really exploit Division 2,” he said.

“And the club’s got a really good vision.

“When I sat down with the president Craig Seers and vice-president Mick O’Brien, and footy manager Paul McGowan in my first interview, they sort of asked me what my expectations are.

“It’s to get this footy club into Division 1, and to be a real force in the next 24 months - to get these guys in the door is exciting, and it lifts the whole vibe of the joint.”

With a round one clash not far away, and the anticipation building, the Redbacks are certainly a side to keep an eye on.

Cranny banks maximum points on its home greens Cranbourne had another happy day at home, defeating Cheltenham by a massive 62 shots and winning on all four rinks.

During the week, popular colleague and all-around good guy Ray Travica was rushed to hospital with a sudden illness, which rocked the club and made the top side determined to give him a good win in his honour while he recovers.

Meanwhile in mid-week bowls three sides out of four are now ladder leaders in the competition with the top side having a good win against Pakenham winning by 18 shots.

Weekend Pennant Round 12 Results: Side 1, Division 2, Section 9 Barry Thomas stepped in as skip for Ray Travica and the side responded brilliantly winning by a massive 31 shots. Barry Thomas could do no wrong and bowled at his very best and was well supported by a very determined crew of Lynne Wood, Graeme Wood and Peter Elgar.

All four rinks had a win, giving Cranbourne maximum points.

This week Cranbourne plays at home against Coatesville.

Cranbourne 114 (18 points) defeated Cheltenham 52 (0 points), Side 2, Division 2, Section 10 It was a bad loss against Carrum away with all sides having close losses.

Cranbourne 69 (0 points) lost to Carrum 98 (18 points).

Side 3, Division 4, Section 6 Skip John Kent and his crew of Joe Byrne, David Wilson, and Tony Whalley won the day - winning by 22 shots to give Cranbourne victory by 32 shots against Carrum at home. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

Cranbourne club president Tony ‘Top Cat’ Collins in action against Cheltenham.

Cranbourne 90 (16 points) defeated Carrum 58 (2 points).

Side 4, Division 6, Section 6 A loss by 16 shots against Keysborough de-

spite the great effort from skip Rob Sorensen and his crew of Sandra Mueller, David McMaster and Rob Dickson winning by 16 shots.

Cranbourne 72 (2 points) lost to Keysbor-

ough 88 (16 points).

Side 5 Twelve-A-Side A strong win by Cranbourne against Beaumaris with full points. Best rink was skip Peter Colthup, Bruce Harper, Gwen Scott and club legend Ray Boskell winning by 19 shots.

Cranbourne 69 (16 points) defeated Beaumaris 45 (0 points).

Midweek bowls results for Round 11 were: Side 1, Division 2, Section 6 Skip Brian Gay enjoyed the grass green at home and so did his crew of Garry Hunt, Joe Byrne, and Bob Scott who had a great win by 21 shots.

Cranbourne now moves to the top of the ladder.

Cranbourne 70 (14 points) defeated Pakenham 52 (2 points).

Side 2, Division 2, Section 9 Another close loss by 14 shots despite a great effort by skip Brian Caddell and his crew of Rob Dickson, Helen Witherden and John Stanley who won by 15 shots.

Cranbourne 48 (2 points) lost to Mulgrave CC 62 (14 points).

Side 3, Division 4, Section 6 This was a huge win against Pakenham by 57 shots, thanks to skip George Ljepojevic and his crew of Russell Waters, Steve Bakker and Cheryl Wright who won by 33 shots.

Cranbourne 84 (15 points) defeated Pakenham 27 (1 point).

Side 4, Division 4, Section 8 Cranbourne had a rare off day, losing by 18 shots against Cheltenham in a day to forget.

Cranbourne 55 (0 points) lost to Cheltenham 73 (16 points).

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