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Lochie’s mission A Cranbourne boy is turning his personal experience into a positive to help others.

Lochie will be holding a lemonade stall outside his home at the end of the month to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital. The seven-year-old was born missing a finger, so he’s been in and out of the hospital multiple times - and he is hoping now to give back to the doctors, nurses and staff who have helped him.

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dents of the St Germain area public transport access for the first time, as well as a direct link along Thompsons Rd. The service is expected to commence in early 2022.

Meanwhile, routes 888 and 889 will commence services from 28 March 2021.

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Route 888 - Clyde to Berwick Station via Eden Rise Village Shopping Centre - will run to a 60-minute frequency from Berwick-Cranbourne Road near Pattersons Road in Clyde, along Berwick-Cranbourne and Clyde roads towards Berwick Station.

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Residents in Clyde and Clyde North will soon have better connections to local amenities with the addition of three new bus services.

The booming suburbs will soon be served by the brand-new 881, 888 and 889 bus routes.

Minister for Public Transport Ben Carroll visited St Germain estate in Clyde North on Friday 26 February to announce the new ser-

vices, which will link residents to other local transport hubs as well as shops, schools and health care.

Route 881 - Clyde North to Merinda Park Station - will connect St Germain estate to destinations such as The Avenue Shopping Centre and Springhill Shopping Centre before finishing at Merinda Park Station in Lyndhurst.

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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.

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“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 everybody 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 cover-

age 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.

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Rotary rubber hits road

By Danielle Kutchel The Rotary Club of Cranbourne has wasted no time in getting back to the business of supporting the community, with a donation that will keep the wheels turning for a local disability support service.

The Rotary Club donated $20,000 to Blairlogie Living and Learning to support the service to purchase a new car that will allow members to access the community.

Rotary also covered the cost of signage on the car, which was completed by Ulta Signs in Hallam.

Secretary Lloma Shaw said Cranbourne Rotary had been working with Blairlogie for many years, providing ongoing funding as well as large donations like this one.

“We have a wonderful ongoing relationship with them,” she explained.

“We continue to support them in any way we can, whether it’s small or large.”

The funds come from the Rotary Club’s annual charity golf day, which will be held again

The Rotary Club of Cranbourne donated this car to Blairlogie. on Friday 12 March at Settler’s Run. All funds raised from the golf day go straight back into the immediate community, provid-

ing assistance where it is needed.

Ms Shaw said that this year, funding will be provided to ACE Foundation, which assists

students in the City of Casey who are facing challenges in pursuing education, as well as Cranbourne Information and Support Service.

Any money leftover will go to other community groups that need it, Ms Shaw said.

The Rotary Club of Cranbourne has been supporting the local community for over 60 years. Upcoming events include the Debutante Ball for Casey Grammar, as well as an ongoing scrap metal recovery campaign which helps to raise money for the club.

“We help out wherever we can,” Ms Shaw said.

The charity golf day is Cranbourne Rotary’s major fundraiser. The club is currently looking for sponsors for its 2022 event.

Rotary Club of Cranbourne is also actively seeking new members who are committed to supporting the community.

For more information on joining the club or sponsoring the 2022 golf day, contact cranbournerotaryclub@gmail.com

Long weekend: CFA’s safe driving plea

By Mikayla van Loon As the long weekend approaches, CFA is calling on drivers to be extra careful on the roads, with high levels of traffic expected.

Deputy Chief Officer Specialist Services Garry Cook said vehicle collisions on the Labour Day long weekend last year were the most responded to incidents by CFA. “More than 35 people have died on Victorian roads this year. Even one call-out to a crash is one too many, and we don’t want a

repeat of last year’s long weekend,” Mr Cook said.

CFA work alongside 21 Road Crash Rescue brigades including VICSES, Fire Rescue Victoria and Victoria Police.

Mr Cook hopes that these services won’t be required over the coming weekend.

As one of the first weekends for families and friends to go away, Mr Cook is urging people to take care.

“It will be fantastic for Victorians to be out and about enjoying their long weekend, but

we urge people to use sense and caution on the roads,” he said.

“The devastating impacts of road trauma are felt by the families and communities involved long after emergency service personnel have left the scene,” he said.

“These incidents can also impact our members who attend.”

CFA is wanting to remind people that most incidents are preventable when either speed, fatigue or distractions are removed from the equation.

CFA is urging drivers to take care this long weekend.

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Arrests after spate of home invasions Police have arrested five teenage males, including two from Cranbourne North, following a series of alleged aggravated home invasions and car thefts across Melbourne’s south over the weekend.

The incidents include: Theft of an Audi sedan from a Yarram Court, Frankston address about 1am on Wednesday 24 February.

An armed robbery where a taxi driver was allegedly threatened and had cash stolen on Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston about 9pm on Saturday 27 February.

Theft of a Holden Commodore on Mallum Avenue, Frankston about 10pm on Saturday 27 February. A teenage male who was allegedly driving the stolen car rammed the victim who was following in another car.

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aggravated home invasion at an address · An on Alcon Court, Langwarrin about 12.05am on Sunday 28 February. Three males allegedly stole a Hyundai Highlander.

An aggravated burglary at an address on Strzelecki Court, Cranbourne about 2.30am on Sunday 28 February.

An aggravated home invasion at an address on Kirkby Court, Frankston about 12am on Monday 1 March. Three offenders armed with knives stole a Jeep Cherokee and BMW X5.

Detectives from the Frankston Crime Investigation Unit have since recovered all five stolen vehicles and arrested five males in relation to the incidents.

A 14-year-old Cranbourne North boy has been charged with armed robbery, assault with a weapon, use controlled weapon, attempted

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theft of motor vehicle, two counts of theft of motor vehicle, home invasion, aggravated burglary and criminal damage.

He was remanded to appear before a court at a later date.

A 15-year-old Frankston boy has been charged with two counts of handle stolen goods, two counts of assault police, two counts of resist police, knowingly deal with the proceeds of crime, act in manner prejudicial to good order of police gaol and deal property suspected proceeds of crime.

He was bailed to appear before a children’s court at a later date.

A 17-year-old Cranbourne North boy and two Frankston boys, aged 17 and 16, remain in custody assisting detectives with enquires.

Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incidents.

Trainer’s niece pleads guilty to murder

By Danielle Kutchel The niece of a beloved greyhound trainer has pleaded guilty to her murder.

Jessie Moore pleaded guilty to murdering her aunt, Karen Leek, at Devon Meadows on May 25, 2020.

Ms Moore made the plea in the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Friday 26 February, via videolink from prison.

She was remanded in custody to appear in Victoria’s Supreme Court this month for a directions hearing.

Ms Leek was well-respected in the racing community, with friends and colleagues

remembering her fondly at the time of her death.

She was remembered for her support for others in the industry and her work as a mentor, as well as her success as a trainer.

Ms Leek grew up in Warrandyte where her family owned the general store, and was introduced to greyhound racing at just 13 years of age.

Over her career she raised many champion greyhounds, including Bewildering, Brokenwood, Extreme Magic, Godsend, Moreira and Nolen.

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Burgled cars still missing Police are investigating a burglary at a Cranbourne car yard on Saturday 27 February.

At approximately 5am multiple offenders entered the South Gippsland Highway dealership and stole five vehicles.

One car was recovered in a nearby street and another was involved in a collision.

Three vehicles remain outstanding 2020 Hyundai i30 blue - registration BIJ 649 2016 Hyundai Tucson wagon black - registration 1IY 8EN 2019 Hyundai Veloster coupe white - registration 1SY 5HW Detectives are appealing for anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the remaining three vehicles to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com. au

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Murdered greyhound trainer Karen Leek.

Tense times: Fears of further lockdowns

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Restaurants hurt by the snap ‘circuit-breaker’ lockdown over five days in February are being offered up to $3000 in State relief.

With just hours notice, businesses were ordered to shut at midnight on Friday 12 Feburary in response to a cluster of Covid infections linked to the Holiday Inn hotel quarantine cluster.

Eateries were forced to throw out food and close their doors ahead of the traditionally boom weekend of Valentines Day and Lunar New Year celebrations.

Clyde North food truck owner Minid Patel said the grants were “better than nothing”.

But another snap lockdown would destroy his business, he said.

Out of desperation, Mr Patel was prepared to wear a $10,000 fine by opening his Dandenong-based Honest Restaurant in defiance of lockdown in October.

He recently opened an Indian vegetarian food truck eatery Paratha Wale in a warehouse in Clyde North.

It was good timing given there was no many vacant business properties and the lower overheads - but the circuit-breaker lockdown has applied unwelcome pressure.

Mr Patel said the economy had tightened since Christmas. It would be even harsher after Easter, he said.

“If there’s one more lockdown in the next six months, both businesses would be under threat. All of my 24 staff will lose their jobs, and I’ll be losing a couple of hundred thousand dollars.”

Springvale restaurant owner Andy Dang, who had a tonne of noodles, stocks and other foods go to waste, said the grants were small compensation.

His restaurant Hoa Tran bore costs of about $1000 a day without even opening his doors.

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The Clyde man was arrested and charged over the shooting incident.

Minid Patel says another lockdown would be a fatal blow for his restaurant and food truck.

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alone the lost trade and wasted food over the weekend.

“It’s like he’s saying you wear some costs because I’m trying to protect you.

“He should do something to help people stay on their feet.”

On 21 February, the State Government announced a $143 million Circuit Breaker Support Package for more than 50,000 impacted Victorian businesses.

It included a one-off $3000 payments for previous recipients of the Licensed Hospitality Venue Fund. More than $165 million had been

paid to about 7500 businesses.

Also a new $92 million Business Costs Assistance program offered $2000 grants for eligible businesses.

Industry Support and Recovery Minister Martin Pakula said: “Victorian businesses played their part in the circuit breaker action and this package recognises that the impact for many was severe.”

The State Government has provided more than $6 billion for businesses and workers during Covid-19, including $2.6 billion in Business Support Fund grants to 134,000 businesses.

Clyde man charged for weapons A Clyde man has been arrested and charged following a non-fatal shooting in Patterson Lakes on Tuesday.

The 27-year-old man was arrested by Armed Crime Squad detectives following the execution of a warrant in Foote Way, Clyde on Wednesday 24 February about 4.30pm.

A number of items were seized from the property including firearms, ammunition and implements alleged to be used in the manufacture of homemade firearms.

The man has been charged with intentionally cause serious injury, manufacture handgun, makes threats to kill, reckless conduct endangering life, prohibited person possess and prohibited person use a firearm.

The charges follow a shooting in Patterson Lakes on Tuesday 23 February where it is alleged a man was shot in the lower body from a moving vehicle in a carpark on Thompsons Road just before 6pm.

The man was remanded in custody to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court.

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Woman killed 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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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.

Sandy Dutta: How about double lanes first.

John Veldwyk: How about better phone facilities too?

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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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When life gives lemons

By Danielle Kutchel 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 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;

Nash, Lochie and Darcey with their mum Clare.

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.

Lochie with a gift for the raffle, made by his friend Isabel Tarallo.

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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.

To find out more about the fundraiser, or to donate items to the raffle, visit Loch’s Lemonade Stand on Facebook.

Clyde gets bus boost From page1 Route 889 - Clyde North to Berwick Station via Grices Road - will run to a 40-minute frequency from Skylark Boulevard in Clyde North, continuing on Grices and Clyde Roads and finishing at Berwick Station.

New bus stops will be built at key points along the route, providing essential connections to important local services including Berwick Station, Eden Rise Village Shopping Centre, Federation University Australia, Chisholm Institute and Casey Hospital. Most of the bus stops will be disability compliant.

The bus routes will also connect local students to St Francis Xavier College and Rivercrest Christian College.

“These new routes will get people in the south-east to important local services - with direct access to stations, shopping centres, educational institutions and health services,” Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards said.

Speaking at the announcement, Mr Carroll said buses had been a preferred public transport option for passengers since the pandemic.

It is not yet clear whether the new bus services will connect with the planned extension of the Cranbourne line to Clyde.

Ms Richards said money had been set aside to plan for the extension, following the duplication of the Cranbourne line which will be completed in 2023.

There is also scope for the frequency of the bus services to increase depending on usage.

“I am urging the community to please get on the bus and use it because we can use that data when we do need to increase the routes,” Mr Carroll said.

“It’s a great start and I think it’s going to be built upon as the foundations of public transport in the south east,” he added.

Member for Bass Jordan Crugnale said the services were another boost for the growing community.

Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards, Minister for Public Transport Ben Carroll and Bass MO Jordan Crugnale. 229626 “These new services ensure that as our south-east grows, public transport grows with it - providing an important connection for locals,” she said.

City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff commended the State Government for delivering the new bus services to Casey’s fastest-growing suburbs.

“We know our community has been calling for accessible, affordable public transport to get to and from work, school and the services they need. I would like to acknowledge the support from Jordan Crugnale MP and Pauline Richards MP for backing the call, which has led to these new services,” Ms Duff said.

“With more than ten thousand families moving to Casey each year, and the majority of future growth expected in the Clyde and Clyde North area, there has never been a greater need for more buses to run more often.

“The new bus services for Clyde North and Clyde were amongst the top ten bus routes Council identified as most needed, with further improvements to the wider network sought to respond to the growing need to connect the community. We are pleased that the Government is listening.”

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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 de-

scribed 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.

“They need to have their plaques removed

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

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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.

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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“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

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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.

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Zac, Ben, Sue, Paul and Kane Clough at the family’s Mazda dealership. 163061 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS 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.

Mazdas are now the second most popular cars nationally.

It was the growth of both the Mazda brand 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.

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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.

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Exciting times ahead for St Therese’s

Lyndhurst Secondary College tailoring the learning for each student as needed. 230265

Tailoring the learning At Lyndhurst Secondary College, the individual is the core of everything that we do. We pride ourselves on the quality of our practice, evidenced by our feature as a model for other schools in the book “Driving School Improvement: A Practical Guide”, authored by educational experts Vic Zbar and Pamela Macklin.

As a smaller school, we know our students well, both academically and personally, tailoring the learning for each student as needed.

Students are afforded a wide range of programs designed to support them to grow and develop to be their very best; whatever that may be. The Lyndhurst Academy, Digital Tech-

nologies Maker Space, Personalised Literacy and Numeracy for all Year 7 and 8 students in addition to a wide range of Student Leadership opportunities to name a few.

Highly able students can apply for the ACE program, which focuses on extending students with a view to preparing for tertiary entrance.

Testing for this accelerated program takes place in May and you can register on our website.

To find out why we should be your school of choice, come to our Open Night on Tuesday, 30 March. Alternatively, College tours run every Wednesday at 11.30am, no appointment necessary. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

St Therese’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and happy place where each child is nurtured to become independent and responsible learners of the 21st Century. Principal Michelle Bruitzman is proud of the inclusivity of the school, with over 30 nationalities represented.

“Every day I witness children caring for one another and teachers who are committed to providing the very best education for each and every child,” Mrs Bruitzman said.

While the school ensures all students are given access to the Victorian Curriculum, we believe a strong focus on English and Mathematics is vital in preparing students for their futures. Students also enjoy a range of specialist learning areas, including; Physical Education, Visual Arts, Sustainability and Japanese.

2021 is an exciting year for St Therese’s as we begin a long-awaited building project which will include the refurbishment of seven classrooms, the administration block and the inclusion of a new science and food technology space. The new spaces are expected to be completed by the beginning of 2022.

Our Open Days for 2021 will take place on Tuesday, March 23 and Tuesday, March 30. We welcome you to call to book a tour on 03 5996 7525. Enrolments for 2022 are now open.

For more information about the school or to download an enrolment form, please visit the school’s website www.sttcbourne. catholic.edu.au We look forward to welcoming you and your family.

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Supporting Christian ethic 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.”

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Why attend an open day March is often the month when many secondary schools roll out the welcome mat for prospective students and their parents. Open days are essentially just as the name suggests - days when schools open their doors, when the school principal is available for questions, when teachers get to showcase their classrooms, when students act as guides.

There’s no doubt that these days are incredibly valuable resources in that they give you and your child an idea as to what their potential ‘second home’ looks and feels like. They also provide information beyond what is available in school documentation and on websites. Open days are opportunities for parents to ask specifics about educational opportunities, extracurricular programs, pastoral care and community spirit.

‘Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world’.

The 21st Century learner will need a skillset of: critical thinking, effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and creativity. St. Peter’s College strives to provide opportunities for our students to engage and excel in all of these areas.

IT’S A BIG DECISION When selecting a secondary school for your child, you need to feel confident in not only what that school can deliver in Year 7, but how the school can provide a stimulating learning environment across the six years. It’s a big decision.

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Koo Wee Rup Secondary College is committed to providing an inclusive and sustainable learning culture. through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their secondary schooling as a Year 7 student, and walk out at the end of Year 12, with confidence, a sense of purpose, and a feeling of positivity about their future lives.

We are a proudly Catholic community with a focus on Christ at the centre of our learning with a strong focus on the development of the whole person, academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

St. Peter’s College opens up for two evenings in March for parents and their child/ren to experience our classrooms in action and meet and talk to our students and staff, even joining in some classroom activities.

Please join us at our Enrolments Information Evenings on Tuesday, 16 March at our Cranbourne Campus for a 7.00 pm start and Thursday, 18 March at our Clyde North Campus for a 7.00 pm start.

Book online at www.stpeters.vic.edu.au/ enrolments Act now for Year 7, 2022 and 2023 enrolment opportunities.

Caring school environment Kooweerup 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 Kooweewup

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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 Kooweerup Secondary College, Rossiter Road, Kooweerup, phone 5997 1444.

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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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Major projects under way 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 cur-

rently 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.

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crest 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, 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

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ongoing commitment to provide excellence in 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.

Ready for reading: Prep students receive braille books

By Mikayla Van Loon Starting Prep is both an exciting and daunting experience for most children, let alone for those who have a vision impairment.

To make the process easier, free braille books have been handed out to all Prep students who started school this year with low vision or blindness.

The program is part of Victoria’s Department of Education and Training yearly Prep bag, which provides Prep students with learning activities, sport content and health and wellbeing information.

This year students received five books including The Koala Who Could by Rachel Bright and Jim Field and All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors by Davina Bell and Jenny Lovlie.

Each of these books were supplied by the Statewide Vision Resource Centre (SVRC) in braille for those students with low vision or blindness.

For five year old Robert, who started at Murrumbeena Primary School this year, reading books in braille has been an exciting new experience, especially because he is

used to audio books.

Robert was one of the first students to receive the braille books in his Prep bag.

The Department of Education and Training interviewed Robert and his mother Janice earlier this month.

Janice said Robert is really enjoying school, particularly physical education, music and Japanese. “[Murrumbeena Primary School] have worked closely with his visiting teacher to ensure he had all of the right books and resources available to him for his orientation

sessions, Prep interviews and from day one of class,” Janice said.

SVRC offers resources in all formats for students who have a vision impairment, including electronic text, audio and large print.

Across all Victorian government, Catholic and independent schools, SVRC supports 507 students with low vision or blindness.

To help teachers prepare for a student who may have a vision impairment, SVRC also offers a number of courses to better understand the needs of students.

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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.

Helpful staff are happy to sit and have a chat to families looking for their dream home, and have the advice to support you through your homebuilding journey.

For more than 40 years, Rawdon Hill has been offering quality as standard in all its homes.

The friendly, invigorated team offers warm, personal and gold-standard customer service, from your first consultation to the moment you turn the key on your new family home.

The family-owned company offers inclusions that no other builder would offer as standard, putting ‘family’ at the heart of everything and reaffirming its commitment to the highest level of customer service.

Open plan living in the Rawdon.

Families across the south east are so happy with Rawdon Hill that they’re now onto their second or third build with the company, in a demonstration of its loyal customer base. Good news travels fast, and that’s why so many new buyers are attracted to Rawdon Hill - thanks to the positive feedback from previous customers.

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.

Rawdon Hill has display homes at Clyde North in Berwick Waters estate, Officer South in Kaduna Park estate, and Cranbourne in Canopy at Amstel estate. Visit https:// rawdonhill.com.au/display-homes/ to find your nearest Rawdon Hill display home.

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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.

“The bidding will go until this evening and I would be surprised if we don’t get 100 per cent clearance,” Mr Rollason said.

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Magpies are raring to go

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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Melbourne’s visit, saying the equipment will go a long way in supporting the junior program of the football club.

“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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These Bucks are charging

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 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 disci-

plined 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 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.

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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.

There were two games in the Open Wom-

en’s competition. 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.

For the next three Thursdays, Casey Softball is hosting the SV Men’s Fastpitch Games.

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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 its 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).

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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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