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Ferntree Gully residents are concerned about the impact a proposed development will have on their leafy residential street. ened species when trees are felled. Neighbouring resident Patrick Marrinan said his property backs onto the parcel of land where Glengollan intend to build. “We were all originally contacted by Glengollan saying they have a new prospect for a development directly behind our house,” he said. “We walked into the meeting expecting them to say they are just going to continue

with the village, they are beautiful so it was no issue with us, we just thought we’d go to check it out,” he said. “What we found, however, was that they want to build a facility which looks like a Box Hill building in the middle of Ferntree Gully,” Mr Marrinan said. Mr Marrinan said he and his mum contacted local residents and ended up finding 700 people willing to vote against the development. The oppositions were presented to 12487207-JW12-21

A proposal for a multi-storey development in a Ferntree Gully residential street has left a group of residents “fuming”, with many believing the building will “set a precedent of skyscrapers” and impact on privacy in the foothills suburb. Glengollan Village, a not-for-profit aged care provider with a long history in Ferntree Gully, plans to build a two-storey aged care facility to house 108 residents at 2-8 Saint Elmo Avenue. The group of residents, who have dubbed the double-storey design as the ‘Glengollan skyscraper’, each assured they are not “anti-aged care” however they do not agree with the “bulk” and height of the building proposed in their leafy residential street. Ferntree Gully resident Jordan Bagnoux said the high-rise design shows a “complete disregard for all other neighbouring residents”. “It would be the tallest building in Ferntree Gully, in the middle of a flood and bushfire prone area on a narrow one way street. The building is only metres away from fence lines and the area is protected by the Foothills Policy which means you almost can’t touch a tree and can’t build over 7.5 metres, so it breaks all the usual local building regulations,” Mr Bagnoux said. Mr Bagnoux said the State Government “rushed through a policy to allow nursing homes to disregard all local restrictions, even in the most highly protected spots” in 2018. “I don’t want a balcony with residents and staff looking into our private spaces. I’ve got four young kids and I would rather know who is staring at them while they’re playing in their backyard,” he said. Residents also fear the development will unnecessarily remove vegetation, decrease property prices and block “mountain views”. Others also say they have spotted powerful owls in trees on the block of land and fear losing the integral habitat corridor for the threat-

Knox City Council. “We are not against aged care, we just want to be able to see the mountains. If one building like this is put up, it will set a precedent and they will keep doing it. The street they want to build it on is not set up for it,” he said. Mr Marrinan and other residents hold concerns over fire risk, claiming firetrucks struggling to fit down the narrow street when cars are parked on each side. Continued on Page 3

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Community digs deep for tattooist The Cockatoo and Upwey communities have swung their support behind the bereaved family of husband, father and small business owner Jamin Swaneveld who died when his motorcycle and a car collided in Emerald on the morning of Saturday 6 March. Mr Swaneveld, the owner of Last Frontier Tattoos Upwey, leaves behind his beloved wife Marcia and two children, Willow and BJ. Family friend Natalie Leys set up a GoFundMe page, which to date has raised more than $55,000 for the family. According to a tribute on the GoFundMe page Mr Swaneveld recently closed his tattoo parlour in the main street of Upwey to invest his time and money hand-crafting a new studio at his home. Mr Swaneveld was only two weeks from opening, before his dream was cut short. The tribute to Mr Swaneveld describes him as a “true gentleman and much loved community member – who touched many with not only his artistry but lending a quiet ear or sharing a heart-felt laugh“.

Just days after the fundraising effort began, Ms Leys posted that the family had been “overwhelmed by the show of love for Jamin“ describing it as a “beautiful show of community“. Some donors didn’t even know Mr Swaneveld but felt moved by the tragedy to donate. One donor said he lived in Cockatoo and also rode a motorcycle. “I also have two young kids and the thought of not being there for them is too much,” he wrote. Another donor said his inking sessions with Mr Swaneveld were “always filled with deep conversations about life, people and the world“. “Jamin, I am covered in your work, meaning I get to carry you around with me always. You were an absolute gentleman, a beautiful spirit, a much loved part of the hills community and I just cannot believe you’re gone.” Yet another said he was “honoured to carry your artistic talent as one of your canvases to my grave”. It is believed that Mr Swaneveld was trav-

elling west on the Belgrave Gembrook Road around 9.45am when the accident occurred. Emergency services were called to the accident, but Mr Swaneveld died at the scene. The driver of the other vehicle involved in the tragic accident, a 37-year-old Narre Warren man, stopped at the scene and spoke with police, and has since been charged with dangerous driving causing death. The Narre Warren man was driving a Holden utility vehicle and police are urging anyone who witnessed the accident, has dashcam footage or may have any other information to come forward to assist them with their investigation. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au If you would like to donate money to help support Mr Swaneveld’s family in this difficult time, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/ help-support-local-family-after-tragic-accident

two-storey, Mr Sanders said that 108 beds simply wouldn’t fit on one level. “A two-storey dwelling is not a skyscraper,” he said. He said the proposed facility is “set well back” from fence lines and that Glengollan was happy to consider feedback, such as making fences taller. “Any overshadowing is in their backyards where they’ve got sheds, not their dwellings which are further to the front of the land,” Mr Sanders said. Mr Sanders also said he does not believe the aged-care facility will reduce neighbouring property values. “If I was looking to buy property and my neighbour was an aged-care facility, I would think well there’s no loud parties, there aren’t teenagers going through the car or graffiti stage,” he said. “Imagine if William Angliss Hospital was vacant land. People would be outraged that they wanted to build a big, bulky multistorey building but they have all got used to it. It’s a valued facility and it has got to go somewhere. Over time, people have become accustomed to it being busy as people come and go. Whereas, with an aged care facility, the movements are minimal and there is low activity at night-time,” he said. Knox City Council said the matter is yet to come before council for a decision.

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Drug driver nabbed A woman who failed to stop at a stop sign returned a positive reading for illicit drugs last weekend. The 23-year-old woman failed to stop at the Forest Road, The Basin, at 10.55pm on Saturday 6 March. The woman later returned a positive result for illicit drugs. She was issued with a $496 penalty notice for drugdriving and her licence will be suspended for six months.

Operation Deliver Highway Patrol officers conduced numerous vehicle safety inspections on large group of vehicles on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road on Saturday 6 March. Several vehicles were issued with defect notices, with each defected driver receiving a $413 penalty notice.

Ferntree Gully ‘skyscraper’ concerns From Page 1 According to Mr Marrinan, Glengollan “didn’t show much care“ when he brought up his concerns with the organisation. “They are making bad blood with the community and we are all about to start living together. It’s a complete nightmare,” he said. President of the Glengollan Board, Neville Sanders, said the height of the building has been “misrepresented” by the residents, who hired a cherry picker to showcase how high the building would be. “They have picked the height of the peak of the roof-line, whereas residents are going to be at around six or seven metres. A standard two-storey house is around seven, eight, nine metres,” he said. Mr Sanders said the roof goes up to a higher peak because Glengollan wanted to “give the building an impression of a residential appearance”. “It’s obviously bigger than the average house, but by giving it the pitched roof, we were trying to make it look less like a commercial building. Those points are the only points over 12 metres and they aren’t accessible by residents,” he said. Mr Sanders said the “Planning Scheme allows aged care facilities to occupy 80% of the land“, with Glengollan only proposing to build on “39%“ of the land. When asked why the building had to be

A teenage girl was followed as she crossed the road before being sexually assaulted by a man in Montrose. The 19-year-old was walking along Canterbury Road when she was followed by her attacker as she crossed the road at the Mt Dandenong Tourist Road traffic lights about 5.50am on Thursday 4 March. A Victoria Police spokesperson said the man followed the woman up to a bus shelter on Mt Dandenong Road, sat next to the victim and started talking to her before assaulting her. The victim stood up to move away from her attacker and the man lunged at her before she pushed him away. A female motorist pulled over to check on the teen, startling the offender who fled on foot from the shelter down Mt Dandenong road. The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, 188cms tall, a solid build, brown hair and a stubble beard. He was wearing plain dark grey tracksuit pants and a plain black hoodie. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Belgrave South speeder A man was caught driving more than double the set speed limit in Belgrave South recently. Police detected the man driving at 130km/h in a 60km/h zone on Wellington Road, Belgrave South around 12.10am on Sunday 7 March. He was issued with a $826 penalty notice and his licence will be suspended for 12 months.

Truck misjudges overpass A truck driver misjudged the height of their furniture delivery truck in Mooroolbark recently, colliding with the Hull Road overpass bridge. A spokesperson from Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol said the driver, who is from Benalla, “wasn’t paying attention to clearance signs and has crashed into the bridge” around 9.15am on Wednesday 3 March. The peak-hour incident caused considerable delays for drivers and train goers, with Metro replacing trains with buses between Lilydale and Mooroolbark due to an “equipment fault” at the time of the incident. The driver was issued with an infringement notice.

Car collides with pole Members of the ‘Ferntree Gully against Glengollan Skyscraper’ Facebook group hired a cherry picker to show the height of the proposed building. “The application has received 463 objections from 385 objectors,” a council spokesperson confirmed.

A female driver collided with a light pole on Swansea Road in Lilydale over the Labourday long weekend. Police attended the scene around 9pm on Saturday 6 March where the 24-year-old female driver returned a positive result for illicit drugs. She was issued with a $496 penalty notice for drug-driving and her licence will be suspended for six months.

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I read it on repeat. 7. Which four guests, dead or alive, would you invite to a dinner party? So obviously Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan but also Billy Thorpe and my dad Don; he wouldn’t know much about the other guests, but he’d sure tell them all about the wool trade and it would be good to see the old man again. 8. What has been your most embarrassing moment? Easy - nobody likes going to a circus aged seven and having a clown pull your pants down in front of the crowd! Talk about scarring! I haven’t been to a circus since. 9. What are your hobbies? Cooking and gardening, the garden saved me through the big lockdown. I’d never really managed much more than mowing the lawn, but I got stuck in and knuckled down, pulled out heaps of blackberry and vines that were

strangling the trees down the back and discovered all sorts of wonders. 10. What was your favourite subject at school? Despite attending Moorabbin Tech, I still am hopeless at DIY - and English and Literature were my forte. If you ignore the poem they printed in the school magazine circa 1970. 11. What is something you are looking forward to? Our gig out at Bulong Estate winery on Sunday 11 April. We were meant to be playing there on 14 February but like so many things it was pulled due to the five-day lockdown. The show is called “The Songwriters” because, as the name suggests, we’ve taken a couple of songs from all the greatest songwriters like Paul Simon, Paul Kelly, Bruce, Bob, Richard Clapton, Neil Finn and heaps more to perform for you. Will be a lot of fun. May the sun shine and we’ll see you there...

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1. What is something people don’t know about you? Back in 1985 I was in the original Australian cast of the musical CATS. It was an incredible experience, I had moved to Sydney to perform in the biggest show in town, being paid well and I was single! 2. What was your most memorable moment? Why? The birth of my daughter, it completely turned my world around. I was, and still am, totally in love with her. 3. What would your last meal be? A nice spicy homemade pizza with chilli and fennel salami washed down with a bottle of Payton and Jones’ Sangiovese. 4. What do you love most about the Yarra Ranges? My partner Helen and I run a wine tour company, Pooches and Pinot, where we take people and their dog to wineries and I always feel so proud of the offering of all our cellar doors. The staff are engaging, fun and knowledgeable. And the wines in this region are second to none. Whenever we travel to other regions we realise just how top dollar our tourism offerings in the Yarra Ranges really are. 5. What event, past, present, or future, would you like to witness? One of Bruce Springsteen’s early club dates (before the stadium shows) I would have loved to have been at “The Bottom Line” in New Jersey when he did a live to air radio show, I’ve heard snippets and it sounds great and it would have been amazing to get that close. 6. What is your favourite book? Bob Dylan’s Chronicles Volume One. There are hundreds of book written about Bob, trust me I know, I’ve read them all, but this one, written by Bob himself is whimsical, insightful, rambling, poetic and honest. When I was researching and writing the show The Bob Dylan Story

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Basketball cost concern By Taylah Eastwell The City of Knox is set to become the basketball capital of Australia following a recent funding announcement by state and local governments for an expansion to the Knox State Basketball Centre. The expansion will see Australia’s newest National Basketball League (NBL) team established, with its headquarters to be based locally at the centre. Courts at the site will also be increased from 10 to 16 and professional training facilities and administration spaces will also be added. The expansion is funded by $22 million in state revenue that was set aside for the centre in the 2020/21 Victorian Budget, taking the state governments investment to $105 million. Knox City Council is also contributing a further $25 million towards the expansion, having already contributed $13.27 million to the first phase of the Knox Regional Sports park development, which opened in 2012. Knox City Council mayor Cr Lisa Cooper said council is “proud to see Knox maintain its reputation as the heartland of basketball and provide more people with the opportunity to participate in their favourite sports.” But President of Knox Ratepayers Association, Frank Sullivan, fears Knox City Council have been “secretive” in fronting the $25 million dollar bill. Mr Sullivan says the first he heard about the funding was when members of the Knox Ratepayers Association saw a social media post about Knox City Council contributing $25 million to the State Basketball Complex upgrade and began to ask questions. “We then asked Knox City Council where this $25 million had been allocated and what the process was and in what meeting it was discussed, and we hit a brick wall,” he said. “We didn’t pursue it too greatly at that point,

Anthony Searle and Frank Sullivan. 230779 we asked Mr Doyle at what meeting this $25 million was allocated and basically got told ‘oh not sure’, they would not answer of course, this is $25 million dollars mind you,” he said. Mr Sullivan said “alarm bells started going off” when he went to a council meeting on December 21 last year. “Item 13.1 said confidential item regarding extra funding for the State Basketball complex. That set the alarm bells off. Why was it bloody confidential?,” Mr Sullivan said. “I fully respect it is the democratic right of an elected councillor to make these decisions, but it is also the right of a ratepayer to know where their hard-earned money has been spent,” Mr Sullivan said.

“Why are we hitting brick walls everywhere with this. We have asked a pretty simple question. A Knox City Council spokesperson said “the confidential item considered in December last year was unrelated. This item contained private commercial information and as such was appropriately considered in camera,” the spokesperson said. Knox ratepayer Anthony Searle said he thinks the State Basketball Centre is “beautiful facility” but believes council should “be transparent about its actions”. “I think its beautiful, but why are Knox ratepayers paying for part of this if it is a state centre?,” he said.

Mr Searle is concerned the funding decision may result in “upward pressure” on Knox City Council residential and business rates. Mr Sullivan said his job as president of the Knox Ratepayers Association is to protect the hard-earned funds of ratepayers and ensure they are spent wisely and in their interests. “Three weeks ago we wrote to Council and said due to the millions we are pouring into this, we want to see a profit and loss of the operations of that state basketball competition,” he said. Knox City Council was contacted for comment on where in its budget the $25 million was allocated, but a response was not received when the Mail went to print.

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Singer hits a high note By Taylah Eastwell When Upper Ferntree Gully’s Benny Allen woke up to find his new country single sitting between P!nk and Keith Urban at No. 2 on the iTunes country charts, he knew he was doing alright. The award-winning local singer-songwriter recently released his new single, Rosepetals and Gunpowder, a “murder ballad” that is completely different to the country tracks Mr Allen usually produces. “I was just moodling around on the guitar and played some minor chords and it just took me to this dark place. I just thought, wow that sounds dark, and I had this song just pour out of me, I have no idea where the song or the anti-hero in the song, Desmond, came from,” Mr Allen said. Mr Allen’s typical music style is historical country songs after he “fell into country music three years ago”. “I fell into country purely because a friend heard one of the songs I had written and said it sounds like a country song. I went up to Tamworth and just fell into it. “I am a story-teller and the country music audience really appreciate that angle, and for me I’ve found that’s where I’m supposed to be,” he said. Mr Allen said the idea of the murder ballad was sparked by the minor chord he struck on his guitar that day. “I have no idea where the name even came from, but the Rosepetals and Gunpowder part came when I wrote the chorus and then once I started down the path of a murder ballad, it was a matter of writing a story.” Mr Allen said writing Rosepetals and Gunpowder, which was released on Friday 5 March, was “fun” because he was writing something completely fictional. “While it’s a bit dark, it also has some hu-

Benny Allen. mour throughout the lyrics,” he said. “When you’re going to write something massively dark, I think you need some humour in there. Rosepetals and Gunpowder tells the story of Desmond who shoots his wife and her lover, and a range of law enforcement personnel, racking up a total of ‘lucky 13’, or unlucky in the case of the victims. “This is my first and only murder ballad so far, but it’s the same with any of my writing – I don’t necessarily plan it; what comes out of me is what comes out and I’m releasing it because I really like the story. I really want to get a story I’m proud of out into the world,” he said. “It was just absolutely amazing to wake up on the morning of release and find that so many people are supporting the music that I am putting out. I have been lucky enough to have had my last song get to number two on release day, so it is definitely a good habit to be getting into,” he said.

Teens taking up space By Taylah Eastwell A group of teenagers will soon take to the streets of the Hills in order to “take up space” and “be seen” as part of an art project aimed at reducing stereotypical attitudes shown towards young adults. The Here ME Performance Youth Art project coordinator Dani-Ela Kayler said the art performance is “about teenagers taking up space and giving them a platform to have a voice about their ideas”. “It might be about their ideas for their futures or their communities or just involve them reflecting back on some of the common misconceptions and stereotypes held about young people,” Ms Kayler said. Ms Kayler said the project involves teens hitting the streets in groups, “quietly walking through town and flash mobbing inside random places with a billboard with a message about how they see the world”. “Its about getting teenagers to be seen in a positive way. Usually we see teenagers in groups and there is that reaction of ‘oh, what are they up to’, so this is a way to get a group of young people together,” she said. The project will run in the first week of the

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Heartbreaking weekend By Taylah Eastwell Labour Day long weekend turned into a weekend of “mayhem” and heartache for many across the Yarra Ranges, with one man sadly losing his life and many others conveyed to hospital with serious injuries. Beloved Cockatoo father and owner of Last Frontier Tattoo’s in Upwey, Jamin Swaneveld, sadly lost his life when riding his motorbike in Emerald on Saturday 6 March (see story page 3). Investigators believe Mr Swaneveld was travelling west on Belgrave Gembrook Road when he and a vehicle turning into Olgivy Road collided around 9.45am. The driver, a 37-yearold Narre Warren man, stopped at the scene. He has been charged with dangerous driving causing death and was bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 12 March. On Sunday 7 March, a blue Mazda was travelling west on Wellington Road when it allegedly veered onto the wrong side of the road and collided with a Holden utility towing a horse-float. The driver of the Mazda and a passenger in the Holden were transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The horse was freed from the damaged float with the assistance of veterinarians and the Macclesfield CFA large animal rescue team. Anyone with information or dash cam footage is urged to contact Senior Constable McGregor at Knox Highway Patrol. In the Valley, a woman was airlifted to The Alfred following a head on collision in Woori Yallock on Sunday 7 March.

The aftermath of a head-on smash on Warburton Highway on Sunday 7 March. Picture: YARRA RANGES HIGHWAY PATROL The Warburton Highway incident occurred around 2.45pm. The 36-year-old woman was airlifted in a serious but stable condition, according to Ambulance Victoria. A school-aged boy and a young girl were also transported to hospital following the head-on collision. Anyone with information is urged to contact Leading Senior Constable Brett McCormick at Lilydale Police Station.

Lilydale SES Unit Controller Shaun Caulfield said his unit was only called to one minor incident over the weekend, but described the weekend as “mayhem” for other emergency services in the region. “As always, it’s a timely reminder with increased traffic on the roads and a bit of rain on Monday afternoon that people need to drive to the conditions and change the way they drive

when the conditions change,” Mr Caulfield said. “People might be fatigued after the long weekend, might be towing caravans or trailers which they might not always have behind, all of these things together, as well as inattention for whatever the cause, increase the risk of these crashes,” he said. State-wide, Victoria recorded four fatalities on our roads. Victoria Police’s Operation Arid, which ran from Friday until Monday evening, detected 6762 traffic offences, with 215 drink drivers and 195 drug drivers caught. A total of 263 motorists were caught using their mobile phones while driving. Other traffic offences detected as part of the operation included: 2906 speeding offences 161 disqualified/suspended drivers 239 unlicensed drivers 724 unregistered vehicles 385 disobey signs/signals 113 vehicle impounds 128 seatbelt offences. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Libby Murphy said road trauma is preventable. “While police saw the majority of people do the right thing on our roads, too many people were selfishly putting their lives, and the lives of others, at risk.” “All we ask is for people to have a little more patience and care on our roads so that everybody can arrive at their destinations safely.”

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Final farewell to the Hills from restaurant pioneers By Taylah Eastwell Mother-daughter duo Nikky Salgadoe and daughter Shabana Junaid will go down in the history books of the Dandenongs, having been the first people to open an Indian restaurant in the Hills over 20 years ago. Saffron Cottage, having been the first nontakeaway restaurant to call Tecoma home, has become a much-loved destination for food-lovers across the Hills over its two decades - but the pair have decided it is “time to move on”. Speaking to the Star Mail, Ms Junaid said The Saffron Cottage story began with a loving restoration of the township’s former tea rooms. “Mum saw the old cottage, it was really run down and she fell in love with it. I was in Europe at the time and she called me and said ‘come back, I’ve found a restaurant for you’. I think I was on a flight the next week,” Shabana said. Her mother, Ms Salgadoe, owned a restaurant in Boronia at the time, but soon after opening Saffron Cottage the duo realised they needed more hands on deck to keep up with the customers flocking through the doors. Ms Salgadoe sold her business in Boronia soon after, marking the first of many years of the mother and daughter working side-by-side at Saffron Cottage. Reflecting back on the years, which include three moves and surviving a pandemic, Ms Junaid recalled how much things have changed in the township. “When we opened, Tecoma was a drive through, blink and you’ll miss it town, not really a destination as such,” she said. “There were no restaurants in Tecoma. It was us and a pizza shop and Noodle Box, but we were the first non-takeaway restaurant,” she said. “Now it is lovely and has quite a buzzing, lively little strip of shops, so that is wonderful to see, it was nothing like that 20 years ago,” she said. Ms Junaid said a lot changed for her and her mum when they lost the original Saffron Cottage building, which stood where McDonalds now stands. The landlords who owned it at the time also owned a number of surrounding buildings and sold after receiving an offer to sell the entire parcel. She vividly recalls applications for a Coles mailcommunity.com.au

Nikky with her daughter Shabana. 230793 supermarket to be built on the McDonalds site. “That was a big thing in the Hills during our time,” she said. As a result of the loss of lease, Ms Junaid and Ms Salgadoe moved Saffron Cottage to a new location further down the road on Burwood Highway. “We took what we could from the old cottage and built this little replica. The original Saffron Cottage was a 120-seater and the one we moved to was around 26 seats. “We had a lot of community support but when you go from 120 seats to under 30, you don’t have the same atmosphere or ambience, the food is good but by that time other restaurants had opened up so you kind of don’t have the same impact on the community as you used to have,” she said. Saffron Cottage’s third move was two doors down, where it is currently located, with the bigger space meaning the restaurant

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS could seat 40. Ms Junaid said her mother was diagnosed with a health condition in 2012 and was told by doctors to “take a step back” to look after her health. “But she didn’t, if anything we got busier, but we have decided it is now time for her to step back and follow doctor’s orders in looking after her health,” she said. The current chef at Saffron Cottage will takeover as owner of the restaurant, while Ms Junaid will devote her time to Saffron on Kellets in Rowville. “I don’t think mum will ever fully retire, but she won’t have to work as hard as she has been. She’s worked hard her entire life. I’ve told her she can just come in and chat to her customers and walk around with a glass of wine,” she laughed. Ms Junaid said the family have seen second generations of community members come through the restaurant and have en-

joyed “starting to see third generations”. “I’ve gotten used to seeing kids I used to serve when they were kids and now they’re married and coming in with their own kids, it’s so nice to see those generations and people growing up,” she said. The restaurant was such a hit that it took out Best Restaurant in the Yarra Ranges in 2007, amongst other awards. “Being in that Hills area, everyone knows everyone and it’s always had that real community feel which is beautiful. That’s something we will definitely miss. Holding back tears, Ms Junaid said the decision “is sad, but it is time to move on”. The pair will handover to the new owners from 29 March. “It has been a great run. We love Tecoma. We have had some amazing memories,” she said. Tuesday, 16 March, 2021

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The community steps up By Taylah Eastwell A community volunteer project to restore the Telopea Road Steps entry to the Menzies Creek Tourist Track is currently in the works. The project, led by Emerald Lions Club alongside project partners Meander - a group caring for the Menzies Creek and Emerald Tourist Track - was made possible through a $20,000 materials grant from the Federal Government’s Communities Environment Program approved in December 2019. Emerald Lions Club and Meander submitted an expression of interest to local MP Jason Wood for a “community-led project that addressed environmental priorities” to repair the access steps which had become run down and unsafe, restore the drainage channel and enhance the habit by weeding and planting indigenous plants. After delays due to the pandemic and authority procedures, the volunteer project team has finally been able to commence on-ground work, with assistance on Thursdays from three Department of Environment, Land, Water and

Planning employees from the Working for Victoria initiative. Meander Coordinator Kate Forster said they are looking forward to the community now being able to join working bees on the first Thursday and third Sunday of each month, from 9-11.45am. “We’ve had lots of enthusiasm from walkers for this project as we have been onsite preparing, and everyone is welcome to come along and help out” she said. “It’s a great opportunity for people who have been hived away at home, perhaps lost their job, or recently move to the area, to come and connect safely in nature with others in their community”. Emerald Lions Club Project Manager Ray Spencer said “this is the sort of thing Lions love doing. We love getting our hands dirty with community projects like this”. The Telopea Road Steps were originally constructed in 1993-1994 by Meander, with assistance from the Lions and Rotary Clubs of Emerald. Claude Cullino, Meander’s engineer who

originally designed the steps, described how the steps replaced a “deeply eroded” track that had become a “water race”, with water running off Telopea Road down the overgrown embankment. Meander originally constructed a “snaking rock channel” to slow the water, which has now been overgrown. The team has been liaising with Cardinia Council which has redirected the drainage at the road and is planning to assist with drainage down the embankment. “We are trying to make sure this lasts another 30 years,” Mr Cullino said. “My kids and now my grandkids love to walk here”. Ms Forster said the community will be planting 2,880 indigenous plants on the site, and there are plans to repair the bridges and boardwalks along the 5km of track with funds leftover from the project budget. Further information about joining this community project can be found at https:// www.facebook.com/TelopeaSteps

DELWP employees Phil Ridgeway and Aaron Moore with Meander’s Claude Cullino, Kate Forster and Emerald Lion’s Club President Ray Spencer at Telopea Steps.

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Bendigo Bank Community Business Manager Tania Hansen, Bendigo Bank Regional Manager Shelley McLean, SEMP player Ryan Broekhoff, Mick Spruhan from Dandenong Ranges Community Finance Limited and Phoenix CEO Tommy Greer.

Bendigo Bank’s Phoenix sponsorship slam dunk Bendigo Bank and Dandenong Ranges Community Finance Limited, which manages Community Bank branches at Upwey, Belgrave and Cockatoo–Gembrook, have signed a partnership deal with NBL basketball team, South East Melbourne Phoenix. The Phoenix, the National Basketball League’s ninth and newest team, is based in the heartland of basketball: Melbourne’s South East. The club has many synergies with Bendigo Bank including its values and focus on supporting families and communities. Bendigo Bank will be the club’s Major Community Partner for 2021. The partnership proposal was initially brought to Bendigo Bank by Mick Spruhan from Dandenong Ranges Community Finance Limited. The bank agreed to come on board with additional funds, which made this considerable partnership possible. “New player and local South East Melbournian Ryan Broekhoff announced the partnership at Community Bank Upwey, joined by club CEO Tommy Greer and Tania Hansen from Bendigo Bank. “It’s fantastic to have Bendigo Bank jumping on. It’s a community club and to have community sponsors is huge for us. We very much appreciate them jumping on and look forward to continuing this relationship for a while,“ Broekhoff said. “The Phoenix are doing a great job building relationships throughout all areas of Victoria so it’s great Bendigo Bank has been 8 MAIL

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able to jump on and hopefully we have continued success with them.“ As a professional sporting franchise with a strong community focus, the alignment with an organisation that models their banking around the community provides the perfect partnership to make a difference. “Bendigo Bank are a well-known and respected brand, recognised Australia wide for their connection to local communities. Connecting with the community is one of our club’s pillars, it’s part of what makes the Phoenix who we are, so to partner with another leader in the community, and such a large and well-respected brand like Bendigo Bank, will help us achieve even more great things in the South East and beyond,” Phoenix CEO Tommy Greer said. “Last season our players performed over 900 hours of work within the South East Melbourne community. Our goal is to not just represent the heartland community on the court, but to be an integral part of that community off it.” “Bendigo Bank is in business to feed into the prosperity of communities, not off it. We have over 70 branches here in South East Melbourne, many of which are supporting their local basketball teams,” Ms Hansen said. “We’re delighted to be part of the South East Melbourne Phoenix team this season.“

There’s an all-new force tackling kerbside waste in Cardinia Shire. Council is excited to introduce 16 new waste trucks which will replace the previous fleet and help to deliver a more efficient, sustainable and safer kerbside waste service for Cardinia Shire’s growing community. The new trucks are fitted with advanced technology, including motion sensors, GPS tracking and features that can help spot contamination to prevent waste going to the wrong place. Cardinia Shire Council Mayor Councillor Brett Owen said that while these new trucks can assist in reducing contamination, it’s important that residents use the right bin to avoid contamination occurring in the first instance. “We know that bin contamination is an issue across the waste and recycling sector. While our new trucks are a great addition to our waste services and bin education program, it’s important that we’re all familiar with what can and cannot be placed in our kerbside bins, and which bins to use for different type of household waste” Cr Owen said. ‘When you put the wrong items in your bin or bag your recycling, it can contaminate the recoverable items and cause quality recyclables to be sent to landfill. Items such as plastic bags or textiles can also damage equipment and make the sorting process more expensive. Cr Owen explained that the new collection trucks are safer, smarter and more sustainable than previous models. “Our new trucks help us collect waste more efficiently, reduce contamination and keep our community safer than ever before. They also use less fuel making them better for the environment,” Cr Owen said. “The new GPS tracking system helps keep trucks on track with collections and means we can adjust collection routes to be even more productive. “Drivers can also use the new technology to report issues as they happen, such as broken bins and incorrect bin contents, and upload photos instantly so Council officers can follow up with residents in real-time.” There’s an all-new force tackling kerbside waste in Cardinia Shire! Council is excited to introduce 16 new waste trucks which will replace the previous

fleet and help to deliver a more efficient, sustainable and safer kerbside waste service for Cardinia Shire’s growing community. The new trucks are fitted with advanced technology, including motion sensors, GPS tracking and features that can help spot contamination to prevent waste going to the wrong place. Cardinia Shire Council Mayor Councillor Brett Owen said that while these new trucks can assist in reducing contamination, it’s important that residents use the right bin to avoid contamination occurring in the first instance. “We know that bin contamination is an issue across the waste and recycling sector. While our new trucks are a great addition to our waste services and bin education program, it’s important that we’re all familiar with what can and cannot be placed in our kerbside bins, and which bins to use for different type of household waste” Cr Owen said. ‘When you put the wrong items in your bin or bag your recycling, it can contaminate the recoverable items and cause quality recyclables to be sent to landfill. Items such as plastic bags or textiles can also damage equipment and make the sorting process more expensive. “We know our residents want to do the right thing and that’s why we encourage everyone to check out Council’s comprehensive A to Z waste guide at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/wasteguide.” Cr Owen explained that the new collection trucks are safer, smarter and more sustainable than previous models. “Our new trucks help us collect waste more efficiently, reduce contamination and keep our community safer than ever before. They also use less fuel making them better for the environment,” Cr Owen said. “The new GPS tracking system helps keep trucks on track with collections and means we can adjust collection routes to be even more productive. “Drivers can also use the new technology to report issues as they happen, such as broken bins and incorrect bin contents, and upload photos instantly so Council officers can follow up with residents in real-time.” for more information about Cardinia Shire’s waste services, visit Council’s website at www. cardinia.vic.gov.au/waste or call the waste team on 1300 787 624.

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Spread the vax message The facts tell us to #GETVAXXED, and share it. The strain of prolonged and repeated Covid lockdowns has taken a toll on Victorians, most notably those in affected small businesses and workers who have lost jobs. The mental and financial strain will continue to linger. Yet when presented with a vaccine, Australians are becoming more hesitant to be vaccinated. Part of the answer to combatting vaccine refusal or hesitancy lies within each of our strong social networks, and I don’t mean Instagram or Facebook. The percentage of Australian’s who are willing to be vaccinated dropped from 74 per cent in October 2020 to 66 per cent in February this year. The biggest drop in willingness to be vaccinated occurred amongst unemployed Australians and those who report ‘being anxious most/all of the time’. Doubts about effectiveness of the vaccines and concerns around the safety and side effects are the main reasons for Australian’s

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Physiotherapist, Dandenong Ranges Physio, Olinda refusal or hesitancy. There is also a growing cohort who would prefer to wait for the next vaccine in the hope it is more effective, or who believe they are so low-risk of illness that they don’t need to be vaccinated. As a small business owner who had to deal with all the ups and downs of closures/openings, staff lay-offs and renegotiating leases and finances, on top of navigating home-school-

ing, my first reactions to vaccine refusers are bewilderment and thinly-veiled-anger-emojis. However, a more useful reaction would be an unbridled positivity for the vaccine and the science behind it, and a willingness to share this positivity with my family, friends and local community in order to influence their behavior. Professor Damon Centola, a change expert from the University of Pennsylvania, writes that the way behavioural changes spread are through strong social ties. His research shows that social confirmation amongst peers is necessary for people to view a new behaviour, technology or idea as legitimate and credible. We need to see members of our own community, friends or family confirming a behaviour for us to adopt it. Social media influencers have only superficial influence amongst their digital networks. Real behaviour change must be reinforced by people we know and trust intimately, not celebrities. The upshot

is that changing the mind or behaviour of a vaccine-refuser is impossible unless they view vaccination as credible, legitimate and acceptable amongst their own community, friends or family. Regardless of personal beliefs or doubts about the vaccine, individuals need to consider the health and wellbeing of others when choosing whether to be vaccinated or not. The vaccines approved all reduce the risk of serious illness or death in at least 85 per cent of people. And it appears increasingly more likely that vaccines will reduce community transmission rates to enable the achievement of herd immunity. Yet this won’t be possible unless most Australians get the jab. We can all help by positively promoting the importance of vaccination within our own networks. Jerome Higgins is the owner and a physiotherapist at Form and Practice, and a Master of Health Economics student at Deakin University. His thoughts are his own.

Walk a pilgrimage in Japan with author Lisa Dempster Neon Pilgrim is Lisa Dempster’s story of walking the henro michi, the 1,200-kilometre, 88-temple pilgrimage around Japan’s Shikoku Island. It sounded romantic when she was 15, a wide-eyed exchange student from Australia who dreamed of one day becoming an experienced explorer. But life turned out to be vastly different to what she imagined it would be. By the time Dempster turns 28, she is overweight, on the dole, socially withdrawn and severely depressed. It is now or never – she has to do something to get back to health. Dempster is determined to walk the pilgrimage – or die trying. Her ensuing journey is full of hardship, featuring the sweltering Japanese summer, endless mountainous terrain, countless blisters and mosquito bites, and plenty of pain, sweat, rage, frustration, loneliness and tears. As Dempster meets her challenges and

PASSION FOR PROSE WITH CHRISTINE SUN problems head-on, her story is thought-provoking. A honest and courageous writer, she confesses her weaknesses without resorting to self-deprecation. In her sense of humour, we see no attempt to seek sympathy. Instead, the author shows much respect – for the pilgrimage and its cultural and spiritual significance, for others

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Mount Evelyn Walking and Adventure Group are looking for new members. The group meet regularly for a range of activities, including kayaking, cycling, yoga, hikes, forest walks, swimming and some fundraising. The group go swimming on Tuesdays and walk Mount Lofty on Thursdays. They also walk Lilydale Lake together on Saturday mornings. The group provides a place for the community to come together and enjoy likeminded activities. You don’t need to be an expert at anything to join. All events are BYO equipment. If interested in joining, phone Elly on 0402 429 405.

Men wanted Emerald Men’s Shed is seeking new members to join them at their new location at the Emerald Hills Hub. Men of all ages are invited to come along and participate in making and repairing various things to give back to the community. The men meet at the shed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 9am and 4pm and on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm at the Hills Hub, 400A 10 MAIL

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are seeking, we already have; we just need to accept it, without being hindered by fear. Another memorable part of Dempster’s journey is her reflection on the act of receiving. She learns that it is far more difficult to receive than to give, especially when one is gifted unconditionally and frequently. To accept other people’s kindness humbly and gracefully requires a fundamental belief in one’s own worthiness. It equally demands deep faith in one’s own physical, intellectual and psychological capacity to give as much as one is able to receive. Which is why this is a book to be read alone. It is a reader’s private pilgrimage, and we all read it for our own different reasons. Whatever yours is, trust that you, too, can find that which is already in you. Lisa Dempster’s Neon Pilgrim was published by Ventura Press in August 2017. You can find a print copy of the book in your local library.

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who walk the pilgrimage for their own reasons, and especially for herself. It is a process of thinking and praying, the time for reflection. It is an individual journey towards selfaffirmation, much more than self-discovery. As Dempster walks on, she reflects on the idea of travel – do we really need to travel and learn from others, when we already have something unique in our own hearts? After reaching Temple 31, she writes: “Travel is an internal journey as much as an external one... Could I learn and grow without travel? I was seeking something tangible on the henro michi: wellness. Was that something I could have achieved at home? Do I need to be here?” The answer seems obvious, as Dempster finds herself walking in honour of Kobo Dashi, a ninth-century Buddhist monk and one of the most important figures in Japanese history. She discovers enlightenment in this man’s story – the realisation that whatever we

The Flowers that Bloom in The Spring A garden concert celebrating Gilbert and Sullivan’s botanical references in Sassafras will be held on March 20 and 21 at 2pm. Tickets www.trybooking.com/BOMLA Bubbles available. Picnics welcomed.

Please be kind On a recent Sunday I was enjoying a country outing and searching for a nice coffee shop. Suddenly a cattle truck roared past me and I was able to see the fearful faces of the cattle as they strained their necks to see out. My joy immediately vanished as I thought about their cruel and tragic fate. These beautiful, gentle animals who had never harmed a living soul were now headed to a death that would be brutal, painful and terrifying. Just so farmers could make money from them and consumers

could enjoy the short-lived pleasure of eating them. All of this pain, for something so unnecessary In Monbulk I passed a Yarra Ranges sign calling on people to be “Be kind”. Well, my plea to you is to please be kind, not only to humans but to all sentient beings –by not eating them. The gentle cows, sheep, pigs etc whose lives we so casually snuff out don’t want to die in this horrific way any more than we would – and nor do they deserve to. Jenny Moxham, Monbulk

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Members wanted The ladies at Belgrave VIEW are looking for new members. The group meets on the first Thursday of each month at the Monbulk Bowls Club where an interesting guest speaker is usually present and a delicious lunch is enjoyed. The ladies welcome new members to these lunch time meetings. Raffles are conducted at the meetings, with all monies donated to The Smith Family Childrens’ Education Charity, which helps disadvantaged young Australians to succeed at school so they can create better futures for themselves. Belgrave VIEW also sponsor 4 Learning for Life Students. Ladies who would like more information about VIEW please phone Jillian 9755 1618, bookings essential.

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Cafe offers a sweet treat Emerald’s popular Laughing Fox Cafe has expanded with the recent acquisition of neighbouring ice cream shop, The Sweet Station. The addition of gourmet ice cream to the Laughing Fox menu is the latest improvement ushered in by owners Ali and Nazanin. The owner/managers came into the hospitality industry with no prior experience taking over the cafe in 2019, and have loved the challenge of getting to know their regular patrons, expanding the cafe’s menu and creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The Laughing Fox is open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea with a menu that offers a wide range of options including about 20 vegan and vegetarian choices. “Our special chunky beef pies, which will be a regular food from this winter, sell out immediately when we make them,“ said Ali. “And we are one of the cafes that serves jumbo sized takeaway coffee. Our jumbo coffees are cheaper than large coffees at a lot of other places.“

For those who want something a little stronger, the Laughing Fox is fully licenced meaning customers can enjoy an alcoholic beverage without having to order a meal. Ali, Nazanin and their team can also host functions and offer a catering service. The cafe has a normal capacity of 120 patrons inside (55 during Covid). The Laughing Fox Cafe operates seven-days a week - 7:30am-6pm weekdays and 8am-6pm on weekends - at 13 Kilvington Drive, Emerald. Phone 0422 668 260.

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including induction cooktop and a separate Butler’s pantry. Effortless…. Soaring ceilings invite light-filled free flowing living spaces, the dining, a lounge with dual fronted fireplace, upstairs a living zone all finished with wormy chestnut flooring and reclaimed messmate joinery. Lifestyle…. The freedom to exist both indoors and out with ease, slide the stackable doors and enter the spotted gum finished deck overlooking lush greenery. Expanding our lifestyle for year-round entertaining, especially when you can utilize the electric

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In the latest colour palette, even the laundry is beautiful. Convenient…. Automated with custom matt monument sectional door, sealed concrete floor double garage with interior access to the home. The Infrastructure: Set on nearly ¼ acre of landscaped grounds, access is via a sealed driveway, the allotment is fully fenced, the gardens established with lush green lawns. A creek abuts the front boundary.

The residence has a 16kw split system for ducted heating and cooling, fully double glazed windows, insulated roof, walls and floors and is 6-star energy rated. The Location: Walking distance to Cockatoo Township, spoilt for choice with schools, amenities, shops, restaurants, cafes. There are several sporting grounds and a nearby horse riding club, you will be able to enjoy the outdoors with riding trails and walks. Please take the opportunity to register your interest in viewing this spectacular residence. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 8 Alexander Road, COCKATOO 3781 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1,195,000 - $1,310,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mick Dolphin: 0429 684 522, Emily Hudson: 0418 570 474, Ranges First National - 9754 6111

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From the tumbled brick construction to the tremendous northerly outlooks, this sunny property is certain to impress selective buyers. Built when quality was key and situated in a central position within 1km of Belgrave’s amenities including shops, train station, Belgrave Pool, Borthwick Park, Belgrave Reserve, tennis courts and bus transport, this lifestyle property was worth waiting for.

Rarely does an opportunity arise to secure a single-storey residence on a sensational near-level block in a sought-after pocket in the Hills. Herein lies such a unicorn, refined and ready for new owners to celebrate their good fortune in securing such an elusive property, from the newly topped drive to the wrap-around verandah, this home is instantly warm and inviting.

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This recently remodelled residence in prime Maramba Estate position near Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Parkhill Plaza, Narre Warren North shops, and M1 Freeway offers move-in readiness in a magnificent locale. Family-friendly and fabulously presented, new owners will appreciate all the work that has gone into this wonderful home. Set on a lovely, low-maintenance 533sqm (approx.) allotment with tandem double carport and sizeable shed, the brilliant block befits this beautiful home.

With a single-storey design and a sensational location within walking distance of schools, shops, and transport, this property proposes a pleasing way of life. Perfectly presented and set in prime position, at any age or stage this is the ideal acquisition. From the sweeping circular drive with single carport to the wide verandah entry an invitation is extended to stay a while. Inside, the warmth continues with wonderful features and quality upgrades to ensure this home is ready for new owners.

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BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED HOME ON ACREAGE

PROUDLY offered for sale is this outstanding property on 13 gorgeous, cleared acres between native flora parks in magnificent Macclesfield. Neat and beautifully styled, the light filled home offers good sized living room with wood heating and split system airconditioning, dining area and spacious open kitchen with white cabinetry and bench tops. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 with robes serviced by the main bathroom; the master has a stylish ensuite, all are carpeted have

a good amount of natural light adding to the warmth and spaciousness. The verandah along the front makes a welcoming impression with contrasting colours, colonial windows and French doors comprising the formal entry. A good sized outdoor entertaining deck can be accessed from the living room and laundry and makes the perfect place to relax and enjoy the views over the property and the mountains in the distance. The property has a huge machinery shed measuring 20m x 15m complete with 2 x

5m roller doors, a personal access door, a hoist and toilet and basin so you don’t even have to leave while you’re in the middle of working. The land itself is beautifully undulating with pockets of ferns peppered throughout and a bridge built over a stunning rockery dam with timber seating, the ultimate place to enjoy the native fauna it attracts. A home of this standard wouldn’t be complete without meticulously maintained established gardens, post and rail fencing and attractive stone pillars at the beginning

of the sealed driveway to welcome you to the home, in addition to the second pair welcoming you to the driveway leading to the machinery shed. With such a competitive market, don’t wait to view. Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours and we recommend that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 90 Spillers Road, MACCLESFIELD Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 9 garage Price: $1,150,000 - $1,250,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Aaron Day, 0407 365 994 or Kayla Turner, 0448 440 495, BELL REAL ESTATE, EMERALD, 5968 6222

A STONE’S THROW TO EMERALD LAKE PARK PROUDLY presented for sale is this stunning double storey home in a quiet location directly opposite Emerald Lake Park where you can see Puffing Billy as it passes by. The formal entry is via a large front deck and portico with views into the trees of the park, rich in birdlife and the sounds of nature, the perfect place relax and unwind after a long day. The first level of the home features 3 robed bedrooms, the main bathroom, a study, a formal lounge and the main living zone comprising open plan kitchen, living and dining room. The gorgeous kitchen has been designed with the chef in mind with a butler’s pantry, an island with breakfast bar, quality stainless steel appliances and contrasting black and white cabinetry with Caesarstone bench tops and window that looks out over the rear entertaining deck. The dining area is situated between the informal lounge with a Jetmaster fireplace and kitchen and has direct access onto the deck that has an electric louvre roof system and outdoor kitchen with built in mains gas barbecue, making alfresco eating a year round possibility. Upstairs, the second level comprises the master bedroom with walk in robe/dressing room and commodious ensuite with bath and shower, plus a large parents retreat with balcony so the natural aspect can be appreciated and enjoyed as soon as you arise. Additionally, the home has sensor lights so walking around in the dark is never a safety issue, evaporative cooling and spilt system air conditioners and central heating for year round comfort, plus a 6.34kW solar system making the home inexpensive to run.

The block is 2/3 acre of low maintenance gardens with a sealed driveway and double parking area, a variety of fruit trees, a child’s cubby and chicken coop so you can enjoy a quiet, and quality lifestyle while reducing

your ecological footprint. Homes in this area don’t come along often, and one visit to the property will demonstrate why. Please note: All property details shown

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

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 11 Sellars Road, EMERALD Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Price: $900,000 - $980,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Bethany Day, 0438 844 968 or Aaron Day, 0407 365 994, BELL REAL ESTATE, EMERALD, 5968 6222 16 MAIL

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First time for sale, this well-appointed unit on a 341sqm flat allotment features high 2.7m ceilings throughout, open plan living, spacious bedrooms with BIR’s, central bathroom & 2 WC’s, large contemporary kitchen, fabulous storage throughout, gas ducted heating & split system, single garage with internal access & a sliding door at rear with side accessideal studio/office, fully fenced, rear laneway access with provision for electric gates-park a van or boat. Corporation fees $1243.42 p/a which includes full house insurance.

Mick dolphin 0429 684 522

Emily Hudson 0418 570 474

$795,000-$874,500 3A 2B 3C

In a quiet no-through country lane with the iconic toot of Puffing Billy chugging nearby sits this light, bright & airy home. Featuring gleaming timber floors throughout, an updated kitchen with a Falcon upright stove, open fireplace, ducted heating & evaporative cooling, huge main bedroom with ensuite, BIR’s & WIR, family bathroom with a bath & shower and a separate WC. The tiered rear yard features new retaining walls, lush green lawns, beautiful established trees & ferns, dbl garage, single carport & off-street parking.

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$1,000,000 - $1,100,000

$550,000 - $600,000

Lot 64c Bel Gem Road Avonsleigh

Your New Lifestyle Awaits!

Puffing Billy On Your Doorstep!

Excellent opportunity exists to purchase 12 gorgeous acres with a 4 bedroom home in sought after Avonsleigh. Featuring 2 outdoor entertaining areas, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 generous living areas with wood fire and split system air conditioning. There is also a double carport for car accommodation, a 9 x 12m machinery shed with concrete floor, and additional garden sheds. Don’t miss this opportunity!

This outstanding parcel of land offered for sale is nestled between the ferns bordering Cockatoo and Avonsleigh and features a gentle rise and it’s own creek, making it attractive to wildlife and visually impressive. This 6+ acres backs right up to the gorgeous tressle bridge on the iconic Puffing Billy railway line. A gorgeous parcel of manageable land where you can build your dream home (STCA)!

Contact: Richard Birtchnell 0438 747 357

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Kayla Turner 0448 440 495

19 Alexander Road Cockatoo

$550,000 - $600,000

40 Devon Avenue Cockatoo

$375,000 - $410,000

A Lot Of Liveability!

Opportunity Of A Lifetime!

This beautifully presented home in a convenient Cockatoo location features front and rear deck, exposed beam ceiling, open plan living and dining and updated kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms, beautifully updated bathroom, double carport and garden shed. Don’t miss your opportunity to view and fall in love with this home. In a market this competitive, it won’t be around for long.

The excellent parcel of residential land is located in a convenient Cockatoo location and measures a good 1/4 acre. Situated on a corner allotment and lightly peppered with native gums, this property has dual access making it sub dividable (STCA) in the future. Alternatively, the property would make a great a location to build you forever home (STCA), only minutes drive to schools, shops and public transport!

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Kayla Turner 0448 440 495

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Declan Palmer 0427 062 148

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60 Hepner Road Emerald

$1,300,000 - $1,420,000

$1,500,000 - $1,600,000

Rare As Hens Teeth!

Luxury & Tranquillity on 5 Acres!

This impressive multi-level brick veneer home is situated on a flat ¾ acre in a quiet Emerald location where homes are rarely offered for sale. With sophisticated features such as parquetry floors, double glazed bay windows and gorgeous open staircase, the build of this home was well ahead of its time and has stood the test of it. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and balcony with views, this home is a must see.

Perfectly located on a quiet road halfway between the townships of Beaconsfield Upper and Emerald, this outstanding 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom property offers a lifestyle most can only dream of. Featuring floor heating, double glazed windows, Caesar Stone bench tops, alfresco entertaining area, swim spa, machinery shed, water tanks and solar panels, this smart home is an eco dream!

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Kayla Turner 0448 440 495

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Declan Palmer 0427 062 148

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Kevin leaves his ‘Marke’ Many residents of the Dandenong Ranges will be saddened to learn of the passing of well known personality of Upwey, Kevin Marke on Sunday 7 March. Kevin was an integral part of the UpweyTecoma-Belgrave community, having lived most of his life at Upwey. As a baby in arms, his family came to live in Morris Road Upwey in 1941. Kevin, the 3rd son of Kathleen and George Marke - they were to become a much loved, well known and a respected family of the district. Kevin’s father George was active in the community both socially and professionally. Kevin’s father was a specialist Painter and Decorator and was a talented artist painting Hills scenes on the back of U.S. Motors buses, and became involved with the local sporting clubs wishing to put his children on a good healthy pathway in life. He later worked at Belgrave as a postman and later on the counter. Kevin’s mother and father set a good example to all their young children who worked and served the local community one way or another. Kevin attended the Upwey Primary School and later the Upwey High School. Although not too interested in his education, he was always an active and jovial boy who developed a love of sport excelling in football and cricket playing in the Upwey teams. Leaving school, he began work as a postman working from the Upwey Post Office. He later worked with Mr Gillies owner of the Hazelvale Dairy in Tecoma where McDonald’s now stands. Mr GIllies employed a lot of local men to supply milk to many towns throughout the Dandenong’s, originally using horse and carts and then small vehicles. Kevin began delivering with the horses which he enjoyed before obtaining his driver’s licence. After Mr Gillies sold the dairy to Ted Herron, Kevin bought

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joyed a long term romantic relationship however he never married and he remained a bachelor. Kev had many friends and one of a large family of five brothers and a devoted sister, and after the unexpected death of his father all the family pulled together. Older brothers Bruce and Cliff and his sister Joan all married, and were living nearby. Kevin remained at the family home in Morris Road with his younger brothers Peter and Roger, they were a rowdy bunch, their home always full of young people visiting their mates with Mrs Marke offering cups of tea and cake to a tribe of friends. It was a home full of excitement, exuberance, and great fun. Mrs Marke loved her family and was very proud of them all. After Peter married Helen, and Roger married Margret, Kevin remained with his mother. When Kathleen died, the more recent home was just down the road and next door to Peter and Helen and also some of his lifelong friends living nearby, Peter and Helen Jones and Terry Cormack. Kev was never lonely having a multitude of friends including the aforementioned and his next door neighbours Jack and Gladys Quigley also of course his beloved Upwey Tecoma Football Club. He was a keen supporter of the club certainly the longest in membership years. Kevin was a fortunate man. Upwey was his town, the people his family. He was never alone, yet independent, an important man to all who knew and loved him - testament to this fact is the vast distances his friends travelled to visit him at Leongatha where he went to live to be close to his sister Joan and husband David, and Roger and Margret. Kevin became ill and eventually lived in a nursing home. Peter and Helen also left Upwey to live on a farm close to Leongatha. Kevin passed away on Sunday 7 March, he died peacefully surrounded by all his loving and devoted family - the way he always lived.

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Monbulk celebrate victory By Eric Markham Monbulk 3 played Pakenham on Saturday 13 March in the Grand Final at the neutral venue of Churchill/Waverley on their grass green. Alan Brooke’s rink started well and led by four shots after two ends. The opposition then started to get more bowls in the head and took the lead after 10 ends by two shots. Alan Brooke then lifted his team and they won the next three ends to lead by three shots with two ends to play. The Pakenham rink came hard winning the last two ends to force a tie 11 shots all. Graham Mayo’s rink struggled early in the game and trailed by 10 shots at the half way mark of the game. They then won six of the next seven ends and with one end to play scores were all tied. Monbulk’s lead Arda Verspeek put her bowl close to the jack and with some good team bowling by Bev Chancellor and Graham Mayo were able to hang on to the one shot which gave the rink the win, 14 to 13. This highly improbable victory only minutes earlier had delivered the flag to Monbulk by the smallest margin one shot, 25 shots to 24. Monbulk 1 travelled to Bayswater for the last home and away game - safe in the knowledge that they had cemented a finals berth the week before. Rain was predicted and it certainly came shortening all games. Richard Cookson’s rink grabbed 10 shots in two ends early in the game to lead by nine shots and were able to keep ahead of their opponents leading by seven shots when the game finished prematurely. Brian Smith’s rink had a disastrous start to the game when they dropped six shots on the first end. They played better in the latter part of the game but were 10 shots behind when play ended. Eric Markham’s rink controlled the game early and led by seven shots after seven ends. The game then tightened up and when play stopped the Monbulk rink was five shots in front. Jim Bras’ rink struggled to get on the board early and were seven shots down after five ends. They then won the next six ends to lead by four shots, but dropped six shots in the next three ends to trail by two shots when play ended. The early end to play meant a full game was not completed and the match was a draw with Monbulk now looking forward to playing Ringwood in next weeks’ semi-final. Monbulk 2 who were third on the ladder, played Warburton who were first at home in what turned out to be a rain affected game as well. Graeme Goller’s rink had a close battle early, but dropped a four on the twelfth end to fall behind by three shots when no further play was possible.

Monbulk 3 winners, Bob Watson, Alan Brooke, Bev Chancellor, Mike Dowling, Arda Verspeek and Graham Mayo. Case Broekhof’s rink started well and led by four shots after eight ends. They then dropped six shots on the next end, but came back with a four two ends later to lead by one shot when play was halted. Peter Donder’s rink were five shots down after seven ends, but then fought back to level the scores on the tenth end. When play stopped one end later they were two shots behind. Eric Furby’s rink started slowly, but picked up a four on the sixth end to be two shots down. Their opponents then won five of the next six ends to lead by nine shots when play ended. The match was officially a washout and these two teams will meet next Saturday in the semi-final at Warburton. On Tuesday, Monbulk 1 played Ringwood away from home. Richard Cookson’s rink found themselves 10 shots behind after five ends.

They battled the game out to lose by 11 shots, 26 to 15. Eric Markham’s rink dropped behind a few times during the game, but moved within three shots with three ends to play. However, the opposition finished strongly to win by 12 shots, 28 to 16. Jim Bras’ rink was level after 10 ends, but faded in the second half to lose by 10 shots, 25 to 15. This gave Ringwood the overall by 32 shots, 79 to 47. Monbulk 2 played Mooroolbark at home and needed to win to keep their finals hopes alive. Graeme Goller’s rink controlled the game from the start and led by 12 shots after 11 ends. They stayed in front for the whole match, but dropped the last two ends to win by six shots, 20 to 14. Alan Hamilton’s rink bowled well throughout the game eventually winning 25 to 12. Eric Furby’s rink had the close one with scores tied after 15 ends and with one end to play the Monbulk rink was one shot in front.

They managed to win the last end and record a two shot victory, 21 to 19. Monbulk 2 won the overall by 21 shots, 66 to 45 and a win next week will ensure them of a place in the finals. Monbulk 3 played Churchill/Waverley Golf at home. Graeme Seymour’s rink held sway early and led by six shots after eight ends. They then dropped 11 shots in the next three ends to trail by five shots. They worked hard to reduce the deficit, but went down by three shots, 19 to 16. Mike Harris’ rink led by one shot after four ends, but their opponents won 13 of the next 17 ends to take the game 30 to 13. Bruce Cockerill’s rink fell behind by 17 shots after 12 ends. They won the back half of the game, but went down 25 to 11. M Monbulk lost the overall by 34 shots, 74 to 40.

Upwey Tecoma earn the right to host Reeves final By Richard Millott Upwey Tecoma have secured hosting rights for the Norm Reeves Final after seeing off minor premiers Lysterfield. The Beavers won the toss and elected to bat first, however breakthroughs through the top order kept the visitors on top. Anthony Brolic dug in against the Tiger bowlers, eventually removed at 4/98. From there, the experience of Jay Collee came to the fore – claiming 4/17 from 7.5 overs to dismiss the hosts with 137 on the board. In reply, the Tigers paced the chase with the Beavers making breakthroughs at intervals. Jackson Waters held his nerve for the visitors, ending the day on 57 not out with Upwey-Tecoma booking in a home Grand Final at 4/138 in the 36th over. mailcommunity.com.au

The Basin live to fight another day after defeating Ferntree Gully in their elimination final. The Bears took first use of the crease at Wally Tew, with Blake Walter the standout nothing 69 as the visitors posted 6/209 from their overs. The Blues held their form well in the arm wrestle, starting the chase well before the visitors broke through claiming 4/12 across the top order. Paul Jefimenko lead the way for the hosts with a well compiled 47, but Nick Freeling (3/12) lead the attack to dismiss the Blues, ending the Season with 188 runs on the board. The Basin now travel to Lysterfield next week to play off for the right to face UpweyTecoma in the decider. In Decoite Shield, South Belgrave turned the tables on St Johns Tecoma at Talaskia Re-

serve by 17 runs. South Belgrave visited the crease first with Darren Ray (34) recovering the score from an early wicket to be 2/88. Daniel Cormack then changed gears on the visitors’ innings, smacking 62 from just 43 balls including eight fours and three sixes to reach 4/192. South Belgrave ended the innings at 8/250, with Kyle Grenda the best of the Saints bowlers claiming 4/58. The response from the hosts was equally matched, with Jake Sali’s 56 the anchor of the top innings in recovering from 3/36 into 4/129. Mark Baker (3/45) got amongst the wickets to slow the scoring down, however Marc Hardy had other ideas – blasting a quickfire 53 from just 32 balls. However, it wasn’t to be for the minor premiers, falling 17 runs shy of a home Decoite

Shield Grand Final dismissed for 233. In the elimination final, Knox Gardens keep the season alive after a comprehensive win over Rowville. Jackson Marget reached 49 not out over the innings with a number of starts contributing to the Falcon scoreline of 6/163, with Monto Perera (3/26) the best of the Hawks’ bowlers. The Hawks chase was stalled early, slumping to 3/19 before Chanaka Gunawardana spent time at the crease to recover the score. However, a middle-order slip put paid to the Hawks’ season, dismissed for 75. Travis Mulder was the pick with the ball in hand for the Falcons, his 4/28 from eight overs pivotal to building pressure and creating – and taking – wicket opportunities. The Falcons will now face St Johns Tecoma at Talaskia Reserve, with the winner progressing to face South Belgrave. Tuesday, 16 March, 2021

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