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By Gabriella Payne Councillor Ray Brown sadly passed away on Friday 16 April after a prolonged illness, and people throughout Cardinia have paid their respects to him and his “exceptional” work over the past few days.

Remembered as an “exceptional councillor” and community advocate, Cr Brown made a lasting impact in the area, both in his time as a Cardinia Shire Councillor representing the Westernport Ward and as a passionate volunteer.

At the council meeting on Monday 19 April, councillors each paid tribute to Ray Brown as they remembered his passionate advocacy for local issues, his many achievements and the “mountain of a man” that he was.

The Cardinia Shire Council informed the Gazette that same day that the relevant processes were underway to select someone to take over Cr Brown’s position.

At this stage, it is still not determined who will step into the role of Westernport Ward Councillor, but a Cardinia Shire Council spokesperson said that the appropriate authorities had been advised of Cr Brown’s passing. “(Cardinia Shire) council has notified the Minister for Local Government and the VEC who will in turn advise the council and the community of the next legislative steps,“ the spokesperson said on Monday.

On Wednesday 21 April, the council spokesperson said that they had not yet heard back from the VEC or Minister for Local Government about who would be stepping in to Cr Brown’s position, but they expected to know in the coming weeks.

In the meantime, the spokesperson said that Westernport Ward residents could reach out to the Cardinia Shire Council directly if they had any queries or concerns and added that neighbouring councillors in the area would also be more than willing to help.

Cr Brown is survived by his wife Ellen, three children, three step-children, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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A white rose sits in tribute at the council desk usually taken by Cr Ray Brown at Monday night’s council meeting.

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‘Gender lens’ is needed A south eastern women’s health and wellbeing agency has urged the State Government to adopt a gender lens when considering social and affordable housing.

Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE) has submitted a response to the Victorian Government’s 10-year vision for social and affordable housing applying a gender lens to demonstrate the need for equitable access to housing for women.

“Women are most negatively impacted by housing instability and homelessness and the two biggest risk factors are domestic and family violence and being aged over 55 years,” says WHISE CEO, Ms Kit McMahon.

Using their extensive experience working with women in the community and by consulting with a representative from Olive’s Place - a refuge service which provides support to women and children escaping family violence - WHISE submitted a list of recommendations for increasing equitable access to housing for women.

WHISE recommended that the Victorian Government: 1. Ensure that social and affordable housing is close to major facilities, services and infrastructure; 2. Build a State Government housing plan and 10-year vision that is based on the reality of changing demographics in our community, for example, larger families with 5 or more children; 3. Design a plan where all emergency and social housing meets the needs of marginalised and disadvantaged women; 4. Improve the system for transferring women between different types of accommodation.

“Whilst a large increase in social and affordable housing options is a long-term solution, there are also urgent changes which need to occur to lessen women’s need for social housing and/or alleviate some of

WHISE submitted a list of recommendations for increasing equitable access to housing for women. 215222 the stressors that are experienced by women who access these housing options,” says Ms McMahon.

“As leaders of primary prevention and health promotion for women in Southern Metropolitan Melbourne we know that access to safe and long term housing is a vital for women’s health and wellbeing.”

Three additional recommendations were also proposed by WHISE: 1. Fund support services for women once they have transitioned out of crisis accommodation; 2. Make childcare more affordable to increase women’s ability to work;

3. Recognise the structural disadvantage that women face in being able to afford housing.

The full submission can be read on the WHISE website at https://whise.org.au/assets/docs/whise_info/whise_submission_for_ the_victorian_governments_ten_year_vision_ for_social_and_affordable_housing_final.pdf

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Pakenham murderer found dead in cell

Washing your hands is the best way to prevent gastro.

The man who murdered Pakenham mother-of-three Kylie Blackwood has been found dead in his maximum-security prison cell.

Scott Murdoch, 43, was convicted to life in prison last year after he pleaded guilty to the murder of Ms Blackwood in 2013.

Murdoch’s body was found around 6am on Monday 19 April at Melbourne Assessment Prison, where he was set to serve his 36-year minimum non-parole period.

A Department of Justice and Community Service spokeswoman said: “A 43-yearold prisoner died at Melbourne Assessment Prison overnight.”

“As with all deaths in custody, the matter has been referred to the Coroner, who will formally determine the cause of death.”

A Victoria Police spokeswoman said it was standard for homicide detectives to investigate deaths in custody.

“The exact circumstances relating to the death have yet to be determined,” the spokeswoman added.

The Dandenong-born man had also been convicted to inflicting intentional serious injury to 72-year-old Ilona Prohaska, an elderly Endeavour Hills woman.

The two “cowardly” stabbing attacks occurred within three months in 2013.

At the time, Murdoch was on parole for a similarly brutal stabbing and bashing of Karen Cheeseman in her Berwick home in 2006.

At the time of his sentencing, Justice Dixon said Murdoch had targeted women alone at home with no chance to escape.

He’d shown no interest in their welfare after the attacks.

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Gastro about in childcare The City of Casey has seen 17 outbreaks of dreaded gastro at childcare centres since the beginning of the year.

That’s compared to just six outbreaks in neighbouring Cardinia Shire, and two in Greater Dandenong.

It means Casey is second only to Greater Geelong in the gastro stakes, with the western city recording 29 outbreaks since the start of 2021.

But experts say good old-fashioned handwashing with soap and water is still the best defence against the outbreak of viral gastroenteritis which has spread through Victorian early childhood education and care services this year.

Overall there have been 389 outbreaks in childcare so far in 2021, up by more than 140 on a month earlier, and four times higher than the average for this time of year.

Victoria’s executive director for communicable disease, Dr Bruce Bolam, said childcare workers, the children and their families all had a role to play in limiting the spread of the virus.

Children needed to be taught and reminded of the need for handwashing, and families needed to keep their kiddies home from early childhood services until 48 hours after they recover.

“Gastroenteritis can spread quickly through settings such as early childhood education and care services, where children play and interact closely with each other and can readily spread their bugs,” Dr Bolam said.

“It is important that early childhood services have good hygiene practices in place and to respond quickly with thorough cleaning if any children become ill.

“Handwashing with soap and water is still the best personal hygiene method to minimise the chance of spreading the virus.

“A good old-fashioned scrub with soap and warm water is the best way to remove the gastro virus from our hands and prevent passing it on to infect others.”

Dr Bolam said that while alcohol-based sanitiser is at the front line in tackling coronavirus, it is much less effective against bugs such as norovirus, which is the predominant cause of the current childcare outbreaks.

Viral gastroenteritis is highly infectious.

Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain, headache and muscle aches. They can take up to three days to develop and usually last between one or two days, sometimes longer.

In rare cases it can develop into much more serious illness.

Infants or children in early childhood services or school as well as staff who develop vomiting or diarrhoea should stay at home for at least 48 hours after their symptoms have stopped.

If symptoms are severe or they persist, people should see a GP for advice and testing.

Anyone recovering from gastroenteritis should avoid visiting hospitals, early childhood services and aged care facilities to avoid spreading the infection to those most vulnerable.

Any person living in a household with someone who has gastroenteritis should refrain from visiting these high-risk facilities until at least 48 hours after the last person in the household has recovered.

Kylie Blackwood was found dead in her home in Pakenham in 2013.

He’d also stolen his victims’ bank cards, attempting to use them at ATMs soon after the attacks.

Murdoch had tried to cover his tracks, tried to solicit false alibis from third parties and initially denied his involvement to police.

A “brazen” Murdoch attended appointments with his parole officer on the same day as his attack on Ms Prohaska – before and after the event.

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Ashley’s reign begins

By Danielle Kutchel Narre Warren South has a new queen!

Sixteen-year-old student Ashley Lucey-Jannert was crowned Miss Teen of Australia in a ceremony on Thursday 8 April.

It follows a journey of more than a year - she was named as a finalist in the competition in March 2020.

Ms Lucey-Jannert said it felt “incredible” to take home the sash.

“This was most definitely not something I was expecting!” she said.

“As this was my first time competing in a pageant, I knew that I would be lucky to receive any title or award.

“Any of the girls in my division could have been crowned, the competition was that close.

“When they finally called out my name, I was completely shocked but so excited!”

Ms Lucey-Jannert has been dancing since the age of four, and has performed in a number of City of Casey events, as well as films, television commercials and voice-overs - so being able to attend the final of the Miss Teen of Australia competition in person was particularly special.

“As a performer, I was really keen to be able to get back out in front of an audience after being in lockdown for so long,” she said.

Along the way, she raised funds for the Ellen Fund, an organisation that raises money to house endangered gorillas in Rwanda.

Ms Lucey-Jannert raised a stunning $2000 - a fifth of the total raised by all of the contestants in the competition.

As well as the major crown, she received the Miss Charity Princess Award and was voted Miss Teen Congeniality.

She hopes now to compete in more pageants, nationally and perhaps even internationally.

The newly crowned Miss Teen will use her platform to raise awareness for Beyond Blue, a charity that’s close to her heart after the loss of her uncle Sam in 2016 from mental health issues.

“Throughout my reign, I am hoping to make public appearances around Melbourne to raise awareness for Beyond Blue, the Miss of Australia pageant, and hopefully empower others to be the best that they can be,” she said.

It’s not just a crown and a new title that Ms Lucey-Jannert has gained; she has also come away from the competition with new friends around the country, experience in public speaking and enhanced confidence.

“Winning Miss Teen of Australia 2020-2022 has made me feel like I can do absolutely anything I set my mind to and I hope that it inspires other people to feel that they too can achieve their goals. Anything is possible!” she said.

To donate to Ms Lucey-Jannert’s fundraising efforts, visit https://fundraise.beyondblue. org.au/ashleylucey-jannert/

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A peak at the brand new change rooms at Comely Banks pavilion.

Eastern Victoria MP, Harriet Shing and Cardinia Shire Council Mayor, Brett Owen officially opened the new pavilion at Comely Pictures: SUPPLIED, CARDINIA SHIRE COUNCIL Banks Reserve on Wednesday 14 April. 234678

The state-of-the-art facilities include new unisex change rooms, kiosk/ canteen, offices and community spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Major new sports centre

By Gabriella Payne Officer’s rapidly growing sporting and recreation clubs are excited to make use of the brand new facilities at the Comely Banks Pavilion, which were unveiled in an official opening ceremony last week.

The state-of-the-art pavilion was officially opened in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday 14 April by Eastern Victoria MP, Harriet Shing and Cardinia Shire Council Mayor, Brett Owen, alongside a number of other esteemed guests.

Not only do local sporting clubs now have access to a range of interior facilities, such as a kiosk/ canteen, unisex changerooms, unisex umpire change facilities and integrated community space as part of the new pavilion - but a large external covered space has also been created for the community to enjoy.

Mayor Brett Owen said that it was an “exciting” day and that these brand new facilities would provide a fantastic recreational space for the whole community to enjoy for years to come.

“This is an exciting addition for the fastgrowing Officer community and surrounding

A number of esteemed guests attended the official opening, including Bass MP Jordan Crugnale and many councillors. areas,” Mayor Owen said.

“These new facilities will help serve the sport and recreation needs of our community

now and into the future.”

This $7.2 million project, made possible by the state government’s ‘growing suburbs fund’

and the Cardinia Shire Council, will see Officer become a major sporting hub for Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs, as work progresses to complete the reserve.

The reserve will soon be home to four rugby league pitches, two cricket and Australian rules football ovals and two lawn bowling greens which are expected to be finished by July 2021 - but will need to undergo a “maintenance schedule” before opening for public use, which isn’t expected until July 2022.

Eastern Victoria MP, Harriet Shing said that it was “fantastic” to see the results of the ‘growing suburbs fund’ come to fruition with projects such as the Comely Banks pavilion.

“This is going to be a fantastic asset for Officer – a place for people to play the sports they love, meet new friends and get active,” Ms Shing said.

“It’s great that the Andrews Labor Government has continued its investment across our growing communities, helping to make places like this possible.”

Comely Banks Recreation Reserve is located at 125 Bridge Road, Officer.

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LENSCAPE The construction industry was the most hazardous for young workers.

Safe at work The State Government is reminding employers of the importance of keeping vulnerable young workers safe, with the return of WorkSafe Victoria’s Unsafe is Always Unacceptable campaign.

The campaign is running on digital and social platforms and features young workers being confronted with questions about their willingness to ignore health and safety concerns if it means they can secure a job.

Out of 23 young workers, 21 said they would work without training, accept bullying and harassment as part of the job, and accept unsafe working conditions to secure employment.

So far this year WorkSafe has accepted 774 injury claims for workers aged between 15-24, in addition to 2390 claims accepted in 2020.

Nineteen per cent of these claims were in the construction industry, making it the most hazardous for young workers. A further 17 per cent were in the manufacturing industry and 8.6 per cent in retail trade.

Young workers may lack experience, can be hesitant to ask questions about how to do things safely or raise safety risks and often don’t know about their health and safety rights.

Employers have a responsibility to ensure every worker is safe, no matter their age or their understanding of important health and safety information.

For young workers this includes ensuring they are correctly trained and empowered to speak up if they have concerns or are unsure how to complete a task safely.

To learn more about rights at work, visit worksafe.vic.gov.au

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On Saturday 17 April at around 9.40am it is alleged a tow truck was stolen from a business located at the intersection of Clarendon Street and High Street in Cranbourne.

A short time later the stolen tow truck was located by police in Duff Street, where it rammed a marked vehicle before driving off.

The police car was extensively damaged, however fortunately no-one was injured.

The tow truck was located a short time later abandoned in Central Parkway, Cranbourne West.

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Taking action for disability In a bid to make workplaces, services, programs and the entire community of Cardinia more accessible to disabled people, the council are calling on community feedback to help devise their new disability action plan.

The community survey, which will be open from Monday 26 April until Monday 7 June, will gather local’s thoughts on how best to make the Cardinia Shire more disability-friendly.

Cardinia Shire Council Mayor, Brett Owen, encouraged everyone to get involved so that a strong and considered plan could be created and implemented in the area.

“To create a strong disability action plan, we need people who live, work, study and visit Cardinia Shire to tell us what the council can do to support our people with disability, creating an accessible and inclusive community,” Cr Owen said.

The disability action plan will be based on four key principles from the Victorian Disability Act of 2006.

These include reducing barriers to help people with a disability in accessing goods, services and facilities, reducing barriers for disabled people when it comes to finding and maintaining work, promoting inclusion and participation for all people within the community and lastly, achieving changes in attitudes and practices which discriminate

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Footy disgrace I was wondering how Star News Group and the community that it represents feels about Junior Football (AFL South East Juniors) still being played on Sunday morning during a time of reflection and respect for ANZAC Day? Games are not deferred to the afternoon to allow children and parents the ability to show respect for those that give and have given their lives for us.

Retail outlets are not allowed to trade until 1pm – but the AFL thinks it’s OK for our children to still play footy??

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SOCIALLY SPEAKING On Thursday 15 April, a story was shared to the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page regarding the hunt for those involved in the stabbing death of Cranbourne North teen Jason Langhans, and the police search for the weapon used.

The Cardinia Shire Council hopes to make the region more accessible through their new disability action plan.

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The Cardinia Shire Council will also be hosting a number of ‘social inclusion facilitator’ pop-up events over the next few weeks, which residents are encouraged to come along and attend.

These will be hosted at the Bunyip IGA Supermarket on Tuesday 27 April, the Pakenham Library/ PB Ronald Reserve on Wednesday 28 April, the Woolworths Supermarket in Kooweerup on Monday 3 May, the Deep Creek Reserve playground on Saturday 8 May and on Kilvington Avenue in Emerald on Wednesday 12 May. For information about the plan visit www. cardinia.vic.gov.au/accessandinclusion

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On Wednesday 14 April, a story was shared to the Cranbourne Star News Facebook page regarding the jail sentence handed down to a Cranbourne truck driver who fatally ran down four police officers on the Eastern Freeway last year.

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A trek to keep kids safe AFL legend Matthew ‘Richo’ Richardson and a team of trekkers are undertaking Western Australia’s famous Cape to Cape walking track this October to raise funds for Narre Warren based not-for-profit Windermere Child and Family Services.

The group of 27 trekkers are raising funds to support Windermere’s Kids on Track program.

The early intervention and preventative program works within local schools and in partnership with Victoria Police.

It targets vulnerable children at year 5 and 6 level and covers topics such as anger management, drugs and alcohol, bullying and cyber safety.

Kids on Track is designed to support children to make safer life decisions, increase their

understanding of what they can do if they feel threatened or unsafe and reduce their risk of being involved in antisocial or criminal behaviours.

Each individual Cape2Cape participant has committed to raise $2,500 towards the cause.

“Prevention is always better than a cure. I want our kids to know who can help them if they or a friend feels unsafe or worried about something and what to do about it,” says Mr Richardson.

The Windermere Ambassador and former AFL footballer will be leading the team in Western Australia.

Also in the team are two Berwick locals and a Narre Warren resident.

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Recognition: Council in running for Vic sport award

By Gabriella Payne The annual Victorian Sport Awards champion the best our state’s sporting clubs and programs have to offer - and this year, the Cardinia Shire Council is in the running to take out one of the top prizes.

Nominated as a finalist for their ‘mental health in sports clubs’ program, the Cardinia Shire Council is excited to have been recognised for their work throughout Melbourne’s 2020 lockdowns, which helped many people remain healthy - both mentally and physically - through a tough period of time.

The Cardinia Shire Council active communities manager, Kristen Jackson, said that it was great to be acknowledged in the ‘Bunnings trade local government initiative of the year’ category for this program, which had

helped train clubs in mental health first aid courses throughout the year.

“We are pleased to be a finalist in the Victorian Sport Awards for our ‘mental health in sports clubs’ program,” Ms Jackson said.

“The program was established to help build the capacity of volunteers through a recognised accredited mental health first aid course, in partnership with the Richmond Institute and Monash Health.”

Ms Jackson said that between October and December of last year, the program had helped 24 people from 15 different clubs in the Cardinia Shire to complete the mental health first aid course - and had helped shine a light on the importance of looking after one’s mental health.

Vicsport CEO, Lisa Hasker, applauded

the Cardinia Shire Council for their efforts and said that it was “fantastic” to see initiatives like this connecting people with sports throughout the worst of last year’s lockdown.

“It’s fantastic to see lots of councils doing these programs and shows that the hard work they did over Covid to keep [people] connected with sport has worked,” Ms Hasker said.

“Obviously we were worried about people being away from clubs, not having that connection, that comradery and not being with their buddies at sporting clubs - and Cardinia obviously recognised that, which is just fantastic.”

After being deemed a resounding “success”, Ms Jackson said that the program had inspired the council to continue the program

into 2021, with another round of participants currently undertaking the same course.

“A further 24 representatives from community organisations such as neighbourhood and community houses, seniors groups, men’s sheds and other not for profit groups, are currently completing their mental health first aid accreditation.”

The awards are set to be held at Marvel Stadium on Thursday 3 June and although it may be a little different from previous years, Ms Hasker said that it looked to be an exciting night.

“It’s just great to be able to show off the work people have done in a really difficult year,” she said.

“It may be different in many ways, but it’s a bit of a silver lining to focus on these particular programs.”

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Great Art Show’s back

By Danielle Kutchel A favourite Berwick art show is returning for its 21st year.

The Haval Great Art Show will be held over the weekend of 23 - 25 April at Nossal High School, Federation University Campus Berwick.

The event is sponsored by Berwick Motor Group’s Haval dealership.

This is the 21st major show organised by Provenance Artists Inc, a not-for-profit society of artists from the City of Casey and Cardinia Shire.

The Great Art Show is now the largest art show in the south east and features amazing pieces from leading Victorian and interstate artists, including multicultural artists.

More than just paintings, the Great Art Show will include a variety of exhibits showcasing different forms and modes - even sculptures.

This year’s exhibition will also feature paintings from Provenance Artists’ Lest We Forget - Vietnam exhibition, a collection of 30 paintings of Vietnam veterans and their memories of the war.

After the Great Art Show, the Lest We Forget exhibition will be given to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum on Phillip Island.

Woiwoi Williams from Papua New Guinea and his painting of a Papua New Guinean Huli dancer.

The Great Art Show will also feature a digital art exhibition by Danyon Street, a new generation master digital artist, and patrons will be able to have their portrait sketched by leading local artist Glo Edkins on Saturday 24 April, from 2pm-4pm..

Visitors can purchase discounted art on sale for up to 50 per cent off.

The Haval Great Art Show will be held at Nossal High School, 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick, from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 April, 10am-4pm each day. Entry is $7, with school students at $3.

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Council an award finalist

By Gabriella Payne All sorts of organisations, including local councils, are learning to adapt and transform in this digital age as the times keep on a changin’ - and our very own Cardinia Shire Council have been recognised for doing just that.

The Cardinia Shire Council have been chosen as one of the finalists in the 2021 Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) Technology Awards for Excellence - and are one of only ten Victorian councils to have done so.

These annual awards are held to recognise how local government councils are transforming and adapting so that they can continue to serve the community in the ever-changing digital era.

The MAV President, David Clark, said that the award finalists were all excellent candidates and reflected the hard work that councils were putting in to enable a cultural and technological shift, Australia wide.

“Across the sector, especially in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, councils have embraced digital solutions as a way to maintain high levels of community service in difficult circumstances,” Mr Clark said.

“These awards are an excellent opportunity to share key learnings, as well as congratulate those involved for their innovative thinking and cross-organisational collaboration to move these digital projects from conception to implementation,” he said.

The Cardinia Shire Council have been selected as a finalist in the ‘digital leadership achievement of the year’ category for their work on the ‘Cardinia M365 records transition’

project, and a council spokesperson said that they were thrilled to be in the running to win this prestigious award.

“We are so pleased to be a finalist in the 2021 MAV Technology Awards for Excellence, after the hard work and careful planning of our information services team, to transition our organisation to a new online document management system,” the spokesperson said.

“The project involved introducing a userfriendly system to capture all organisational records.

Shifting to this platform was one project in a series of bigger projects that helped enable easier remote working during the pandemic,” they explained.

“The project saw a very large number of documents transitioned from the old system to the new system, compliant record capture across key systems, a comprehensive training program for our entire workforce and more, which was delivered internally by our information services team.”

Other Victorian councils in the running are the Hobsons Bay City Council, Brimbank City Council, City of Boroondara, City of Casey, City of Greater Geelong, City of Melbourne, Melton City Council, Alpine Shire Council and Yarriambiack Shire Council.

The winners in each of the five categories will be announced at the MAV’s Awards for Excellence dinner on Thursday 29 April at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne and the winners will then be eligible for the Victorian and Australian Achievements of the Year.

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Halls of power: Students meet with local leader

By Danielle Kutchel Students at St Francis Xavier’s Officer campus are honing their leadership skills in a new school program.

The program sees students purposefully develop their leadership skills through a series of focused projects and discussions with invited community leaders.

The first session was with Western Bulldogs AFLW coach Nathan Burke.

On Thursday 1 April, Gembrook MP Brad Battin visited the school to meet a cohort of Year 9 students, where he spoke about his personal leadership experience as a small business owner, police officer and politician.

Describing the visit as “a pleasure”, Mr

Battin said the students were “very receptive”.

“We discussed the key to good leadership is communication, respect, and surrounding yourself with people that will challenge you to be your best,” he said.

“Wanting to make a difference for the youth in our community is the reason I got into politics and being able to have honest conversations and share some of the lessons I have learned through my journey with students is always rewarding.”

A representative of St Francis Xavier said Mr Battin’s visit covered preparation, the expectations and responsibilities of being a leader and the importance of serving the community.

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By Danielle Kutchel Roll up, roll up! That was the call at Bunjil Place over the school holidays as the Rollerama skated into town.

Kids took it in their stride and hit the rink for some retro fun.

The rink allowed for all abilities to have a go; some showed off, zooming backwards around the court.

Others gripped the rail, grinning and determined to find their feet.

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Everyone had a wonderful time getting to learn about one another’s religions at the event.

Many religious leaders from Cardinia came along to Saturday’s event and shared their own stories with one another, in the spirit of unity.

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The fasting in my religion event was a great success.

Fasting together as one

By Gabriella Payne People of all backgrounds and faiths came together on Saturday 17 April at the Pakenham Library to celebrate their differences and learn from one another, sharing stories and an Iftar dinner (breaking the fast meal) during this holy month of Ramadan.

Organised by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association, the afternoon was a great success and saw many multicultural leaders from across Cardinia take to the stage and share a bit about their own unique faith and culture.

A spokesperson for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association, Dr Tariq Butt, said that the event “went really well” and it was great to see

so many people in attendance and enjoying themselves.

“Everyone had a great time - we chatted about different things, different faiths and how they experience fasting in their religion,” Dr Butt said.

“It was a very informative session for everyone.”

Dr Butt said that it was fantastic to have the chance to learn about other peoples’ cultures, and the association had received a lot of positive feedback from those who attended.

“People really liked the effort that we put in to bring the different communities together,” he said.

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By Mitchell Clarke It was the initiative that dished up smiles during lockdown, but now a decrepit looking Spoonville site in Pakenham is providing any-

It was the initiative that dished up smiles during lockdown, but now a decrepit looking Spoonville site in Pakenham is providing anything but joy.

During the one hour exercise limit - which is now a distant memory - Spoonville sites across Cardinia Shire were the most popular place to visit.

Despite the fad having died down entirely, the Cardinia Lakes community was understandably upset at news their local site appeared to have been targeted by cruel vandals.

Estate resident Laksika noticed the destroyed site during her daily walk on Sunday 24 January.

“I think someone has just walked over it or kicked them all over. It’s very sad to see it. We always used to stop there and have a look for new ones,” she wrote on Facebook.

The reaction from her neighbours was similar.

“Absolutely disgusting. The highlight of our walk is our toddler stopping to look and admire the spoons,” one local woman said.

“That’s so disappointing. My kids had spoons in there,” another woman added.

Pakenham Hills Ward councillor Jack Kowarzik said the news was “really frustrating”.

“Spoonville was created by locals for the enjoyment of local children and to see it vandalised is disappointing,” he said.

Cardinia Art Society president Jillian Ronald described Spoonville as an “amazing initiative” during Melbourne’s lengthy lockdown.

“It’s given joy and positivity in some very dark times and I just think it’s really disappointing that, when the community put together a project to support each other during a difficult time, that someone would take the trouble to destroy it. They’d be better off going home to create a spoon and putting it with

In happier times - Maci, Willow and Aubrey at a Pakenham Spoonville site. 214450 the rest,” she said.

“I’d suggest there’s much better things they could do with their time.”

The ‘Spoonville’ trend was born out of Winnersh, England, in an attempt to improve mental health by simply making people happy as they were out and about during daily exercise.

The quirky saga soon made its way to Cardinia - after Australia’s first ever site was constructed up the highway in Longwarry.

Within weeks, the site had spread to Pakenham, Officer, Garfield, Nar Nar Goon, Emerald and Beaconsfield.

Ms Ronald acknowledged the Spoonville craze had now hit a dead end.

“They’re getting a little bit tired, so maybe it’s time for the spoons to come home,” she said.

Ms Ronald, who commissioned the two local sites at Lakeside in Pakenham, encouraged community members to collect their spoons from their local sites.

She added that in mid-February she’d look to clean up all remaining Spoonville’s and relocate any leftover spoons to an “undisclosed location”.

The once popular Spoonville trend appears to have hit a dead end.

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“Religious inclusion in something we should talk about - it shouldn’t be taboo to ask about things,” Dr Butt said.

“It’s about a mutual understanding, mutual respect and something that helps make strong friendships.

We are all Australian, we are not here as Indians, Pakistanis, Sudanis... no - we are all here as Australians and we need to live together as a whole community.”

Following the success of Saturday’s event, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association are planning more informative celebrations like this, with a multicultural “peace symposium” planned for mid-July.

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Even though there are differences which separate them, we need to unite people and we need to bring them more to the forefront, so that our kids will learn to live in a more positive society.”

Both Federal La Trobe MP, Jason Wood and Gembrook MP, Brad Battin made a speech at the event, alongside leaders from different religious groups in the community, such as an imam (from the muslim faith), a hindu priest and a christian minister.

After the speeches, a spread of food was enjoyed by all and for those practicing fasting for Ramadan, it was a great way to end the day and

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Danyal Diallo What do you love about the Casey community?

I love how the people here give off an overall nonchalant vibe. I love the leadership and community programs run by the council for the young people too!

What is your secret talent or party trick?

I can dance!

What is your biggest motivation in life?

I’m motivated by regret. That’s why I’ll continue to sweat. When I’m old and grey, maybe my knees don’t work no more, I want to be proud of the life I’ve lived and the things I’ve strived to achieve. I want to still do good in this world before my time comes. Leaving it better than I found it.

What has been your most embarrassing moment?

As part of our Year 10 camp, we got a chance to go to New Caledonia and on this particular day there was celebration and lots of food! After I got my food, I looked up to see that my group were already huddled up and I would have to be that guy that joins the group in mid conversation. I thought I will go to the group and chat to them while leaning on something because that’s what cool people do. But there was no nearby pole or tree. Only a dumb mini fridge ... Mid way through the conversation, I noticed the dumb mini fridge was sliding away slowly!

I went to place my hand on the mini fridge, to my surprise the top was open so I ended up going in the fridge. Whole top half of my body went in. Feet up in the air. In front of everyone in the party. I just wanted to be the cool guy!

What three words would your friends use to describe you?

I hope my friends see me as motivational, hardworking and creative.

What three CDs would you take to a desert island?

What are CDs? Can I take my Spotify list instead? Or my laptop or portable charger? Is there free WiFi on this island? No? Then I’ll choose two books, ‘Survivors Handbook’ by Bear Grylls and ‘The Magic of Thinking Big’ by David J. Schwartz. I’ll turn the deserted island into a tourist attraction in no time!

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Pop-up dining spaces sprang up throughout the city last year as Covid safe practices restaurants and forced cafes to turn to the streets for space, and after a successful summer initiative is set to run, the be months - a decisionextended over the coming that has left some munity members comvery unhappy.

The pop-up outdoor dining program originally developed was as a way for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing Covid ronment and saw temporary platformsenviseating areas quite and literally “pop up” Cardinia, with seating around spaces in many areas, taking over car parking including in Pakenham’s Main Street.

Whilst many people are enjoying making use of the new al fresco spaces, longtime enham local and Pakactive community Jack Mitchell said member that the lack of cleanliness and maintenance of the Main Street was “an absolute disgrace” and neededspaces addressed by the to be council.

“I travel all over the state and I have seen a main street never in as bad a shape Street, Pakenham,” as Main Mr Mitchell said.

“It’s just dreadful, everywhere, there’s there are cigarette butts bird and the street pavementspoo all over the place Outdoor dining spaces are falling apart. are proving quite “Why anybody divisive along Pakenham’s would want to Main Street now go to the Main Street. is beyond me,” Mr Mitchell said.

Picture: CARDINIA The other, less glamorous SHIRE COUNCIL view of the Main Street outdoor dining Mr Mitchell has be going anywhere lived in the area area. anytime soon, as since 2004 dinia Shire and said he has the Carraised Picture: JACK MITCHELL dinia Shire Council this issue with the Car- sions of Council are now calling for expres- dining spaces had proved popular interest for businesses mer and helped over many times, but avail. to support businesses sum- the shops - but it’s to no new, free “parklets” to apply mainly the dirtiness after a the problem,” - hoping to see more for difficult year. that’s “They told me porary outdoor he said. temthat they’ve got seating areas spring “Outdoor dining but it’s just getting big plans, Cardinia.

“We have this big, certainly brought up across the worse,” he said. low-hanging tree a buzz to and streets of the shire outside all these parrots following a tough “Taking away the Cardinia Mayor keep coming along year.

It’s great to see parking out the Brett Owen said making a mess. of the shops for and the community front a successful summer that after Cardinia some embrace venues and show trial of the parklets, unbelievable - most outdoor seating is just council Yesterday the council them some much the needed love,” were excited of the seats can’t came because she said. used.” complained to even be ing areas installed to see more outdoor dinwe them and they But the owner and throughout the area. said ‘yes, it’s very dirty’, but Mr Mitchell said “We trialled the they told us that Kebabs, Sam Bayraktar operator of Pakenham clean that the council parklet concept we should sending “someone should be mer in it up.” told over Star News that he sum- and other business Pakenham and we’re down there to clean as the council are owners on Main now on the look- that it up” out for new Mr Bayraktar said Street felt “accountable” for the restaurants, cafes that the area had the spaces are worthwhile ensuring the shire ly become “a dumping recentand bars across saster outdoor seating areas had been that would love to “a difor us”. ground” for people and usable if they are going to be taking leave rubbish and host a parklet from to March onwards,” Cr Owen unwanted junk as up car parking spots.

“It’s a total mess,” said. that he didn’t have well, and Mr Bayraktar said.

However, the pop-up Councillor Tammy the resources or “We can’t even use dining spaces won’t to be cleaning up the time the seating, it’s so highly of the concept, Radford also spoke less. the “ridiculous” point- side. mess outstating that the al fresco First of all we lost “It’s become more our car parks in of a dumping ground front of and an eyesore than something nice,” he said.

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The best day so far has been the day I’ve discovered Earl Nightingale’s speech titled “The strangest secret in the world”.

In his speech, he said “You become what you think about”. I was in year 9 when I first heard those words, so naturally, I didn’t think much of it. But somehow, I kept listen to that particular speech and by the grace of God, 6 years later, I’m a TEDx speaker, actor, project manager and marketer at Multicultural Youth Support Services. I’m represented by Platinum Speakers Australia, and Great Expectation Speakers and Trainers. I’m a student at AAFTA and Yonder Window Theatre company which is based in New York! With the ambitious goal of travelling to L.A to create more magic in the near future! I highly recommend that video!

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I can honestly say my greatest achievement to date is the day I made peace with God. Now, I don’t stress as much about anything as I know that he is in control! Also read Matthew 11:28!

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What budget do I have in this situation? Unlimited? If that’s the case, then I want to taste every dessert in the world. I might get really bad tooth cavity but it would be worth it I reckon! The main course will definitely be the word of God of course with a side of salad. Just because it’s my last meal doesn’t mean I should skip my veggies.

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FOCUS ON … ANZAC DAY

Local Anzac Day services Veterans and their families will pause to remember and reflect this Anzac Day at a number of memorial events across the region.

After 2020’s Anzac Day was marred by Covid, this year local RSLs are looking forward to being able to mark the occasion in person- albeit in reduced numbers to adhere to ongoing Covid restrictions.

Berwick RSL president Wayne A’Vard encouraged people to lay a wreath at the Berwick cenotaph in their own time after 11am as the club would not be holding a public event in the main street this year.

Instead, there will be a 6am dawn service held at Bunjil Place in conjunction with Casey Council with restricted numbers.

“I think we had wonderful support last year in the way that the public demonstrated their feelings for Anzac services,” Mr A’Vard said.

“It is a very special occasion and the ceremony means a lot to not just veterans, but to the general public as well.”

Pakenham RSL will not be holding a public ceremony this year because numbers are capped well below the usual number of attendees.

President Terry McDonald said usually two or three thousand people attend the dawn service, well above the 700 cap.

He said although it was disappointing, the club just didn’t have the means to host an event ensuring the reduced numbers were not exceeded.

Anzac Day services will be held by the local RSL sub-branches across Cardinia on Sunday 25 April.

Berwick A 6am dawn service will be held at Bunjil Place, in conjunction with Casey Council.

Cockatoo A 6am dawn service will kick the day off at the Cockatoo cenotaph, followed by a gunfire breakfast.

A march will be held at 10.15am with the main service beginning after that at 10.30am.

The afternoon will include a BBQ, Two-Up and live music.

Emerald A dawn service will be held at the Emerald cenotaph at 5.15am.

This will be a free event, however tickets need to be obtained in advance.

For those who can’t make it, the service will be live-streamed on the RSL sub-branch’s Facebook, YouTube and website.

Gembrook The cenotaph on Redwood Road in Gembrook will be the centre of two services, one at dawn at 5.45am and another at 11am.

Gembrook and Emerald Football Clubs are playing an Anzac match on the Saturday.

Kooweerup People of Kooweerup will assemble at the end of the Avenue of Honour on Rossiter Road at 5.45am to march up to the cenotaph for the beginning of the dawn service at 6am.

Lang Lang A guest speaker from the navy will be the feature of Lang Lang’s dawn service at 5.30am with a gunfire breakfast to follow.

Lang Lang and Catani will clash in a muchanticipated football match on the Saturday.

Nar Nar Goon A dawn service at 6.00am will be held at the Nar Nar Goon cenotaph, with a guest speaker Terence Reeves who is an Afghanistan veteran and Nar Nar Goon RSL member.

This scene from 2018 of an estimated 1500 people crowding around the Pakenham cenotaph will not be repeated this year, with the Pakenham dawn service restricted to RSL members and emergency service personnel.

Pakenham Pakenham will hold a dawn service for emergency services and RSL members only.

Upper Beaconsfield

A service will be held at the cenotaph at 11am in Upper Beaconsfield.

Service and club members will be invited back to the RSL afterwards.

Anzac race car gesture A Pakenham race car driver has made a unique show of support for veterans this Anzac Day. Andrew Anderson, who owns Pakenham Tyres and More, has displayed an Anzacthemed car bonnet on his Commodore VN SS Group A. The striking red poppy bonnet also includes a list of everyone who has received a Victoria Cross.

“Hundreds of people come to the track and take photos. I don’t want them to forget,“ Anderson said.

“It’s my way of commemorating Anzac Day.“ Anderson has been racing for over 30 years across the state and regularly attends meets at Sandown Park and Phillip Island.

Benher Signs in Pakenham was the signwriter.

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Stay local on Anzac Day The State Government has urged Victorians to “stay local” this year when it comes to honouring Australia’s servicemen and women on Anzac Day. The Victorian Government has worked with RSL Victoria to ensure veterans and their families could march this year, but encouraged Victorians to stay local on Anzac Day. Melbourne’s Anzac Day March can proceed with 5500 people, in line with an application submitted by the RSL and approved under Victoria’s Public Events Framework.

The traditional Dawn Service and Commemorative Services will also be held with smaller numbers in partnership with the Shrine of Remembrance, and live streamed for all Victorians to watch at: facebook.com/ rslvic.

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silence from their driveways, front yards or balconies.

Minister for Veterans Shaun Leane said, “We’ve worked closely with RSL Victoria to ensure the march and dawn service could go ahead this year - but there are many ways to honour the hard work and sacrifice of our returned service men and women closer to home.

“With hundreds of local services across Melbourne and Regional Victoria, I encourage people to stay local this Anzac Day.” On Anzac Day, donations to the Anzac Appeal are encouraged through anzacappeal. com.au.

Anzac Day - one of our most important national days - began as a commemoration of the landing of Australian and New Zealand forces at Gallipoli in 1915 during World War One. It has grown to become a reflection on the service and sacrifice of all Australians who have served in conflict or on peacekeeping operations.

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FOCUS ON … SENIORS ENJOYING LIFE

The power of volunteering Come and take a closer look at the beautiful, light filled homes available at Lifestyle Casey Fields.

Lifestyle Casey Fields If you’re interested in the beach, golf, wineries and restaurants, along with incredibly convenient and modern living, Lifestyle Casey Fields has your name on it.

As a Lifestyle Casey Fields homeowner you have a welcoming clubhouse with a comfortable lounge, cinema and library as well as your very own pool, gym and tennis courts just a hop and a skip from your own front door.

It’s not just about the easy living amenities, but the friendship and support that’s right on your doorstep. That’s a big drawcard for those ready to downsize their home but not their life, according to Casey Fields homeowners Chris and Elaine - “We love living at Lifestyle Casey Fields because of the community spirit and all the friendly people that also live here. Would not live anywhere else in the world.”

If you’re familiar with the area, you’ll know

about the Cranbourne Royal Botanic Gardens, Racecourse & Recreation Reserve, the Cranbourne Park Shopping Centre, and the nearby Ranfurlie and Settlers Run golf clubs.

If you’re not, you’re in for a treat.

The Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island are all within an easy drive. Closer to home, public transport means easy access to local amenities including pubs, clubs, shopping centres, restaurants and medical services.

Come and take a closer look at the beautiful, light filled homes available at Lifestyle Casey Fields.

Walk ins are warmly welcomed! Pop in for a cuppa at 2 Cameron Street, Cranbourne East, Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm and see exactly how Lifestyle Casey Fields can help you live your best life.

When the idea of retirement rolls around, some people are overjoyed by the thought of freedom, others look for the next thing they can do in their life.

Volunteering at an organisation has been proven to offer seniors great benefits for their physical and mental health, as well as social connection.

A report released by VicHealth in 2012 identified volunteering can help alleviate depression, increase satisfaction with life, lower the frequency of hospitalisation and boost a person’s ability to cope with illness.

Volunteering doesn’t only improve the health and wellbeing of the volunteer but for those who are on the receiving end, there are also undeniable benefits.

Volunteers help contribute to social change, bridge the gap between young and old, help engage people in the community and raise awareness around certain issues.

The State of Volunteering Report released by Volunteering Victoria in 2020 showed the majority of the 2.3 million peo-

ple who volunteer in Victoria are over the age of 65, totalling 78.9 per cent.

The percentage of people who volunteer when they are out of work or only work part time was highest of all employment situations at 74.4 per cent.

Programs for volunteers can range from emergency relief, opportunity shop staff members, youth support officers, animal welfare, meals-on-wheels, soup kitchens and in-school support roles for disadvantaged students.

Enjoying senior life doesn’t just have to mean travelling Australia in a caravan, it can be finally exploring that hobby or interest that has just been at the back of the mind.

Passing on knowledge, skills, expertise and wisdom may be the thing that most rewards you.

Head to the Volunteering Victoria website to find an opportunity to suit your interests, https://www.volunteeringvictoria. org.au/for-volunteers/search-for-volunteer-roles/

The benefits of volunteering are endless.

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Richard and Donna are moving on to much bigger things.

Letting go can be one of the most liberating feelings in the world! Especially when it’s about letting go of a house that’s too big (now the kids have moved out) and that’s only getting trickier and trickier to maintain.

Make the move to Lifestyle Casey Fields and you’ll own a spacious home with fresh, beautiful rooms bathed in natural light, stone benchtop kitchens with stainless steel appliances and designer bathrooms.

And, what’s more, they’re so affordable you’ll be left with all the money you need to really live it up.

Homes available from $360,000*

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FOCUS ON … SENIORS ENJOYING LIFE

Ready to perform Performers will once again hit the stage at Cardinia Cultural Centre for audiences to enjoy from this May. Following an extended COVID-19 lockdown, the stage is set for the CCC’s theatre to reopen to the public, starting with the incredible Mission Songs Project on Wednesday, 26 May at 10am, part of the Centre’s morning entertainment program.

Performed by an extraordinary trio of Indigenous musicians led by Jessie Lloyd, Mission Songs Project is infused with Islander rhythms, folk, and a little country ‘n western.

With laid-back humour and poignant storytelling, moving harmonies and historical insights, the trio bring to life the voices of Elders as they would around a campfire or kitchen table during Australia’s missions’ era in the first half of the 20th Century.

Cardinia Cultural Centre’s morning entertainment program, titled Sip and See, invites audiences to go along, sip on a cuppa and see a fantastic program of quality performances and theatre experiences.

The 2021 season sees toe-tapping country music, spectacular songbirds, radio theatre, festive fun and a marvellous movie. Tickets are $22 per person and includes morning tea. Complimentary carer tickets are available when accompanying a client and on presentation of a Companion Card.

To book a ticket, visit the Cardinia Cultural Centre website cardiniaculturalcentre.com.au or phone the Box Office on 1300 887 624.

Cardinia Shire Council is proud to present Cardinia Cultural Centre’s morning entertainment program for 2021.

Jessie Lloyd will feature in May at the Cardinia Cultural Centre.

Secure living with an affordable lifestyle Blue Gum Lifestyle Village is a pet friendly lifestyle village for the over 55’s and the active and young at heart. Situated in the Beaconsfield area, Blue Gum Lifestyle Village offers independent living in a relaxed, safe and secure community focussed environment that allows you to enjoy the comfort of your low maintenance lifestyle.

The village provides a great option for those wanting to downsize their home and upsize their lifestyle. Brand new 1 and 2 bedroom homes are available with prices from $149,000 and there are also affordable “off

the plan” options available which provide the flexibility to customise your forever home on your choice of site.

The village has lovely gardens lining our sealed roads and we have a community garden which our residents take great pride in, an off-leash dog area and a wonderful, friendly atmosphere. For your peace of mind we have onsite managers and a security entrance gate.

The village offers the best of both worlds a quiet, tranquil location that’s conveniently located within 10 minutes’ drive to major

shopping centres, doctors, dentists, restaurants and cafes. There is a bus stop right at the front entry that will take you to the train station, Beaconsfield, Berwick or Pakenham.

We are less than 1 hour from the CBD for your shopping needs or for all the sporting and musical events that Melbourne has to offer.

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Take advantage of the $10,000* first home owners grant and even better….

Receive up to $15,000* for the new builders scheme.

Now is the time to buy!

ONLY 4 LEFT

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Inclusions • Vinyl wrap kitchen with stone benchtops • Stainless steel electric oven • Stainless steel gas hot plates • Stainless steel range hood • Ducted heating • Ceramic floor and wall tiles as per floor plans from builders range

• Carpet to remaining areas from builders range • Stainless steel sink and flick mixer to kitchen • Chrome mixer tops from builders range • Mirrors with polished edge to bathroom • Exhaust fans to bathrooms • Roller door to garage

• Flush panel internal doors • Internal door handles • 50mm Scotia cornice throughout • White glo tub to laundry • Weathertough acrylic to all exterior • Sewer power, drainage, gas and water connections as per plans • Outdoor water taps

Whether you’re looking to downsize and keep the caravan or boat, a first home buyer looking to enter the market or savvy investor, this development has a little something for everyone. Located in an established part of Pakenham, opposite parklands and open space, the fresh air and neighbourhood vibes will have you feeling at home in no time! With close access to all the amenities such as shopping, schools, restaurants and more throughout Pakenham and surrounding towns, you’ll have everything you need.

With easy access to the M1.

2 bedroom townhouses $379,000.

3 bedroom townhouses $409,000–$449,000.

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Inclusions • Modern Kitchen with stone bench tops • Stainless steel electric oven • Stainless steel gas hot plates • Stainless steel range hood • Stainless steel dishwasher • Ducted heating • Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner • Remote Control Garage Door as per plan • Ceramic floor and wall tiles as per floor plans from builders range • Carpet to remaining areas from builders range • Stainless steel sink and flick mixer to kitchen • Chrome mixer tops from builders range • Clear glass shower screens to bathrooms • Mirrors to bathroom

• Chrome toilet roll holders & towel rails • Exhaust fans to bathrooms • Flush panel internal doors • Internal door handles • MDF colonial skirtings and architraves throughout • Sewer power, drainage, gas and water connections as per plans • 2 x outdoor water taps (front & back) • Colorbond/concrete roof tiles to builders range • Electrical fittings as per plan layouts • Smoke alarm • Aluminium sliding windows and doors as per plans • Colorbond gutters, fascia & downpipes • Termite protection • E-Screen blinds and Holland blinds to front windows.

• Holland blinds to all other windows (house specific) • Security doors to all openable doors • Door stops • Flyscreens to all openable windows • Clothesline • NBN fibre optic (where required) • 2 TV points • Telephone point to kitchen and bedroom 1 • Smoke alarm • Water tank minimum 2000 litre (tank flush system) or grey water connection (if available) or solar hot water* whichever is applicable • All driveways, paths and crossovers as per plans • Letterbox • Fencing • Landscaping

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No progress payments Save on stamp duty Low Deposit Driveway & Fencing Landscaping & Paths Included Turnkey Pack

4 HOMES FOR SALE Located in the heart of Drouin, walking distance from shops, parks, lakes and open space.

First home buyers grant of $20,000 available to eligible purchasers. BUY NOW AND SAVE THOUSANDS ON STAMP DUTY!

For more information, contact: Dale Atkin: 0402 717 891

For more information, contact: Dale Atkin: 0402 717 891

A rare opportunity to purchase a home in the last pocket of Drouin minutes from the town center Surrounded by stunning park lands and open space, this is an opportunity to build the life you’ve always wanted. There are 4 new homes for sale on Montague Avenue, adjacent to the picturesque Alex Goudie native park.

Montague Place is located just minutes walk from Drouin’s main shopping precinct, schools, train station and recreation facilities. Take a leisurely bike ride along the ‘Two Towns Trail’ from Drouin to Warragul, enjoy the town’s restaurants and cafe’s, take the kids to the local skate park, or make the most of the array of sporting facilities offered in Drouin including golf course and basketball stadium. * Images are for illustration purposes only.

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Inclusions • Vinyl wrap kitchen with stone benchtops • Stainless steel electric oven • Stainless steel gas hot plates • Stainless steel range hood • Ducted heating • Ceramic floor and wall tiles as per floor plans from builders range • Carpet to remaining areas from builders range • Stainless steel sink and flick mixer to kitchen • Chrome mixer tops from builders range • Clear glass shower screens to bathrooms • Mirrors with polished edge to bathroom • Chrome toilet roll holders & towel rails • Exhaust fans to bathrooms

• Roller door to garage • Flush panel internal doors • Internal door handles • 50mm Scotia cornice throughout • MDF skirtings and architraves throughout • White glo tub to laundry • Weathertough acrylic to all exterior • Sewer power, drainage, gas and water connections as per plans • Outdoor water taps • Electrical fittings as per plan layouts • Smoke alarm • Aluminium sliding windows and doors as per plans • Colorbond gutters, fascia & downpipes • Termite protection • Colorbond/concrete roof tiles

Optional Additional Inclusions Package • 5kw Split System Air Conditioner • Dishwasher • Remote Control Garage $4,000

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• E-Screens to front and living areas - Holland blinds to all others (house specific) • Security doors to all openable doors • Door stops • Flyscreens to all openable windows • Clothesline • NBN fibre optic (where required) • TV points • Water tank minimum 2000 litre (tank flush system) or grey water connection (if available) or solar hot water* whichever is applicable • All driveways, paths and crossovers as per plans with coloured concrete • Landscaping • Fencing • Letterbox

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PLACE Drouin

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No progress payments Save on stamp duty Low Deposit Driveway & Fencing Landscaping & Paths Included Turnkey Pack

FOR SALE - 22 Stunning Units

ONLY 8 LEFT

Located in a well established park of Drouin, walking distance from parks, lakes and open space.

First home buyers grant of $20,000 available to eligible purchasers.

BUY NOW AND SAVE THOUSANDS ON STAMP DUTY!

For more information, contact:

Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase a unit in a great part of Drouin, surrounded by open space and parklands. With 2 & 3 bedroom and single & double garage options, these quility built units feature open plan kitchen/meals/living area, and high quality finishes throughout.

Jackson’s Place is located just 2kms from Drouin’s main shopping precinct, schools, train station and recreation facilities. Take a leisurely bike ride along the ‘Two Towns Trail’ from Drouin to Warragul, enjoy the town’s restaurants and cafe’s, take the kids to the local skate park, or make the most of the array of sporting facilities offered in Drouin including golf course and

For more information, contact:

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FOCUS ON … REAL ESTATE

LENDLEASE’S NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD AVERLEY is more than a place to live. It’s a community that’s deeply connected to nature. Where every detail is designed for your wellbeing. Where tranquil parks and natural bushland complement timeless architecture and beautiful homes.

Make your home in Melbourne’s thriving southeast, in a new community that’s destined for growth. Ideally located just north of the new Pakenham East town centre, Averley offers easy access to Melbourne’s CBD by train and car.

Explore the great outdoors with a hike through future nature trails or a daily jog around the future oval. Let the kids burn off some energy at your local playground while catching up with friends for a picnic at one of the surrounding parks. Take a

moment to enjoy peace and quiet, with over 20 hectares of wetlands and open spaces on your doorstep, as well as views of the surrounding rolling hills on Averley’s future Hilltop Park.

Be the first to enjoy every aspect of your new community. Have your pick of future and existing schools, a future shopping centre, parklands, sports fields, and community centres in the new Pakenham East neighbourhood.

From the shaded gully to its expansive Hilltop Park, you’ll find a new kind of balance here. Where you have room to breathe and space to roam. Where nature is the backdrop to a life lived on your terms, your way.

Register your interest now at www.averley. com.au ●

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Johnson entered the Wakefield Park round optimistic of scoring good results, but he openly admitted that he certainly wasn’t expecting to finish on the overall podium.

The 21-year-old started the weekend off by setting the second fastest lap time in the combined practice times on Friday, with a 1:05.588 which he posted in free practice three.

Johnson explained that he was able to push hard from the get go, thanks to the bike setup being in the ‘window’, which allowed him to focus on lap times, rather than chasing a setup, like he had to do at Winton Motor Raceway in March.

Saturday’s sunshine brought ideal conditions as Johnson navigated the Johnson Racing Team Kawasaki Ninja 400 around the 2.2km circuit to secure his first Australian Supersport 300 Championship front row start of his career, by qualifying with the third fastest time with a 1:06.263.

“I’m very happy with how qualifying went,” said Johnson.

“We will make a few more changes to the bike, which should make it even better for race conditions. I just have to make sure I get a good start off the line in the three races.

“If I can do that, I’m sure we will be there or thereabouts,” he added.

Race one on Saturday afternoon saw Johnson getting a shocking start off the line.

He was first involved in an aggressive contest for second spot, having made his way from sixth to second in three laps. Johnson put his head down with a handful of laps remaining to finish in second place, 4.503sec ahead of Reece Oughted.

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With a 2-2-2 result, it handed Johnson second place for the weekend – his best result thus far in the Australian Supersport 300 Championship.

Thanks to the results, Johnson climbs to second in the overall standings, 35-points behind the championship leader.

“I’m stoked to come away with three seconds places,” expressed Johnson.

“I definitely wasn’t expecting to be up in the top three this weekend, and I certainly wasn’t expecting to finish second overall.

“I have to thank my crew chief, Chris Edmunds, from Lynchy’s Garage, who just worked his magic this weekend with the Bitubo suspension. We were able to start the weekend off on the right foot as he got our bike settings down pat, which is a huge credit to him.

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Round four of the 2021 Australian Supersport 300 Championship is scheduled for 20-22 August at Morgan Park Raceway, located in Warwick, Queensland.

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• Identify and provide continued support to staff through coaching, training and performance management.

• Managing and prioritising production processes by implementing scheduled Production Plans • Have an eye for continuous improvement within production method, equipment and performance • Quality testing and control • Update position descriptions • Analyse schedules • Ensure scale checks and leaning is done • Manage and train team so they are competent to perform roles as per procedures and PD’s

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We are seeking two motivated, self-starters to oversee manufacturing in our feed production mills at our Officer site.

Purpose of position: • Pack finished feed into relevant bags.

• Set up printer to print relevant details on each bag.

• Set up packer, conveyors & robot for packing.

• Maintain a clean & tidy work area/environment.

• Record relevant production, cleaning & processing details.

• Continually monitor product quality.

• Ensure all tasks are completed in a safe manner.

If you believe your experiences matches these requirements then please apply with your resume and covering letter to thall@hygain.com.au.

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Hygain’s dedicated equine feed mill and manufacturing facilities are based in Officer, Victoria and Somersby, NSW and utilise cooking processes to enhance the nutritional value of products, improving palatability, increasing feed efficiency whilst reducing the incidences of dietary related equine disorders. Hygain distributes throughout Australasia, North and South Asia, the Middle East and Europe and is committed to growing its international customer base.

Hygain’s dedicated equine feed mill and manufacturing facilities are based in south east Melbourne, Victoria and Somersby, NSW and utilise cooking processes to enhance the nutritional value of products, improving palatability, increasing feed efficiency whilst reducing the incidences of dietary related equine disorders. Hygain distributes throughout Australasia, North and South Asia, the Middle East and Europe and is committed to growing its international customer base.

Other Requirements/General Comments: • Hold and maintain a valid Forklift license • Good communication skills • Ability to accurately & clearly record information • Safe & efficient forklift operating skills • Requirement to undergo training when required • Ability to train others

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Hygain Feeds Pty Ltd is a premium Australian horse feed producer established as a family business in 1983. Today, Hygain manufactures and sells specialised horse feed and supplements to the horse racing, breeding and equestrian market segments through wholesalers and independent retailers.

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Pakenham based RV manufacturer requires production workers who can: - Use power and hand tools.

- Maintain a safe work area.

- Be a team player who is punctual, reliable and flexible.

- Show attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Previous caravan or production line experience is an advantage, though is not essential.

Contact: Ian Jow ianj@willowrv.com.au willowrv.com.au

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Production Operator Hygain Feeds Pty Ltd is a premium Australian horse feed producer established as a family business in 1983. Today, Hygain manufactures and sells specialised horse feed and supplements to the horse racing, breeding and equestrian market segments through wholesalers and independent retailers.

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Anyone advertising a puppy, dog, kitten or cat in Victoria for sale or re-homing will need a source number from the Pet Exchange Register and a microchip identification number.

It is now an offence to advertise unless the source number and microchip identification number is included in the advertisement or notice.

For further information, call 136 186 or visit animalwelfare.vic.gov.au

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Crash and Bash at Drouin Crash and Bash fans filled Drouin Speedway on Sunday and were entertained by crashes, spins, wheels flying from race cars and Adrian Brown and Lea Judd victories.

Other stars of the show were Jack Yeomans – who won two finals in Junior Standards - and Jeff Blencowe and Rebecca Glassborow who also earnt chequered flags.

The Crash and Bash Association and Drouin Speedway put on a special event in memory of Teahn Murrell, a long-time supporter of the Crash and Bash and a regular fan at the track.

A minute silence was held in tribute.

Crash and Bash Opens was an all-male event and six qualifying races were held to get to the feature race. Jackson Barneveld, Jason Judd, Time Cole, Anthony Sgroi, and Anthony Segond won the vents that contained some hard hits and crashes.

The 30-lap final was a beauty.

Jason Judd led on lap one until he had damage, and from lap seven Craig McKendry took command. Adrian Brown then took over from lap 11 before Sgroi passed him on lap 14.

Brown reclaimed the lead and took an emotional win from Alan George, Jay Miles, Ian Lamb and Chris Miles two laps behind in fifth.

“I am retiring from Crash and Bash at the end of this season and just focusing on my darling wife, the kids and the other racing I am involved with,” Brown said after the win.

“To win before I retire, not only for me but for all their love and support is just a dream come true.

“It’s not until you win a race that you appreciate how hard it is to do, just once, never mind consistently. Thank you to everybody for their support.”

Lea Judd has been the gun driver in Ladies Crash and Bash of late and in the Drive

Cranbourne’s Rebecca Glassborow leads the Ladies Standard Saloon Race at Drouin Speedway. 235005 for Teahn she and Sarah Price shared qualifying wins and were never far from each other’s sights.

A 15-lap final saw Judd start with the lead, before Price surged, with Judd taking the lead again. At the finish line only .846 of a second separated Judd from Price, with Bianca Brown, Kellie Latham and Skye Day filling the placings.

The Junior Standard Saloons race from the previous race meeting was won by Jack Yeomans, a Drouin member who won from Harry Cecil, Matt Shankland, Cody Drennan and Hunter Carey.

The juniors also held a feature race on the

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day and Yeomans won again by less than a second over Harry’s brother Owen Cecil. Nathan Miles finished in third, with Harry Cecil and Cody Drennan fourth and fifth.

Qualifiers in the Ladies Standard Saloons were won by Rebecca Glassborow, Sharlene Laidlaw and Sarah Price.

An outstanding final race for the girls was then ran, with Laidlaw the early leader before Glassborow took control from lap three and claimed her first ever feature win by .367 of a second, from Laidlaw, Jemima Borkowski, Kate Stuchbery and Sarah Price.

Nine races were held to determine a field from 24 Standard Saloon entrants with Andy

Evans, Mitch Blencowe, Anthony Sgroi, Jeff Blencowe, Daniel Walkinshaw and Col Yeomans closing out the wins.

Jeff Blencowe then led every lap of the feature race with Yeomans, with his son Mitch Blencowe chasing him. Eventually Andrew Miles moved through from sixth starting position into second place and Jeff Blencowe from Bunyip took the win from Miles, Mitch Blencowe, Yeomans and Walkinshaw.

The next Drouin race meeting is on May 16 where Wingless Sprintcars are set to be the headline act, with all the club classes including Sports Sedans and Unlimited Sedans also on the program.

Warriors wind things up

By David Nagel The Pakenham Warriors have recovered from a deplorably slow start to score an important 70-56 road-trip victory over Bellarine in Big V Division One Women’s basketball.

The Warriors left their intensity on the team bus, with the Storm ravaging the visitors with a 20-8 first quarter onslaught, before the Warriors returned fire to move to fourth place on the league table.

The experience of Sarah Slater proved invaluable for the Warriors, with her 18-point, 10-rebound double-double providing the platform for recovery and then victory.

Slater received great support from Keeley Patterson, who scored a gamehigh 22 points to go with six defensive rebounds.

The Warriors cut a 12-point deficit at the end of the first period back to just two at the half, before lighting things up with 48-32 second half.

The Warriors next assignment is a 4pm showdown with Warrnambool on Anzac day, Sunday, 25 April at Cardinia Life.

Pakenham’s Division Two men’s team scored a peculiar 56-53 victory over Wangaratta-North East at Cardinia Life on Sunday.

An aggressive first-half shoot-out turned into a defensive war in the second half, with the Warriors scoring 13 points to 8 in the second stanza of the match.

The scoring of Alistair Parker (15 points) and Josh Dow (12 points) was important in a low-scoring affair, while assist-king Trent Lee brought his team mates into the contest.

The Warriors hit the road this Saturday to take on Mornington.

Pakenham’s Youth League Two men rode a fast start to a 79-62 win over Albury/ Wodonga on Sunday.

The Warriors used their home court to full effect in a 25-15 start that set the tone

Keeley Patterson scored a game-high 22 points in the Warriors win over Bellarine.

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Henry Ward (19 points) led the scoring for the winners, while the rebounding of Josh Norton and Dylan Jenkinson (11 rebounds each) was super-important to the end result. A trip to Mornington this Saturday is a tough next fixture for the secondplaced Warriors.

The Pakenham Youth League women had the weekend off in preparation for this Sunday’s home clash against Wallan. The big game kicks off at Cardinia Life at 2pm.

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Instigator steals the show

By David Nagel The Pakenham Racing Club played host to one of the signature days on its racing calendar on Sunday with the running of the Ecycle Solutions Super Jumps Raceday.

The feature event on the eight-race card was the time-honoured $50,000 MJ Bourke Hurdle (3200m), the club’s premier hurdle race of the season first run in 1957.

The race is named in honour of Michael Joseph Bourke, who with his brother Hugh originally provided, and later sold to the Pakenham Race Club, the land on which the original course on Racecourse Road was built.

In 1926, Michael Bourke was instrumental in the reconstruction of the racecourse, as well as providing the necessary finance. He was the secretary of the Pakenham Racing Club from 1926 until ill health forced his retirement in 1949, at which time his son, David Bourke, took over the position of secretary at age 18.

The Bourke family has had long ties with racing and Pakenham, and it is this legacy that has played a pivotal role in the club’s efforts to thrive and head into the future.

The PRC also remembered another club great with the running of the $50,000 Jeff Spencer Memorial Steeplechase (3200m).

The hybrid race-day featured five races on turf - over the flights - before switching to the synthetic for three 0-58 Handicaps to round out the card.

The MJ Bourke Hurdle may provide an important stepping stone for the Aaron Purcelltrained Instigator, who trounced his rivals by seven lengths to record just his second win at start 32.

The former German galloper transferred to the Purcell yard after having his last start in his homeland at Hamburg in July,2018. Instigator showed staying potential and ran in the classic The Andrew Ramsden of 2019, fought out

Instigator put on a jumping exhibition to take out the time-honoured MJ Bourke Hurdle at Pakenham on Sunday. 234616 Picture: PAT SCALA/RACING PHOTOS by future Melbourne Cup contenders in Steel Prince and Surprise Bay. Instigator had his first start over the jumps in July last year, and has now had four starts over the flights for two wins and two secondplaced finishes.

Mornington trainer Rachael Frost has not taken long to get the best out of a new acquisition to her yard with her eight-year-old gelding Napoleon winning the Jeff Spencer Steeplechase.

The former New Zealand galloper only had his first start for Frost on March 7 this year, over an unsuitable trip of 1600 metres. Frost then stretched Napoleon out to 2600-metres at Werribee in preparation for the two-mile

WGCA celebrates a hugely successful junior season The West Gippsland Cricket Association held its Junior Presentation for 2021 on Sunday 18 April, with some of the competition’s most talented youngsters taking out some team and individual prizes.

Here is the list of winners, including the list of premiers: Individual Awards Under 12 Batting Under 12 Division 1 Batting Aggregate Cooper Davey (Kooweerup) Under 12 North Division - Aayan Tanward (Officer) and Lachlan Taylor (Gembrook) Under 12 West Division - Ben Whittingham (Clyde) and Raj Karthik Kumar (Clyde) Under 12 S/East Division - Campbell Moncrieff (Cardinia) Bowling Under 12 Division 1 Bowling Aggregate Tiani Johnson (Kooweerup) and Cooper Davey (Kooweerup) Under 12 North Division - Lachlan Taylor (Gembrook) and Seth Ratten (Officer) Under 12 West Division - Ethan Wood (Devon Meadows) Under 12 S/E Division - Campbell Moncrieff (Cardinia) Under 12 Player of the Year (Barry Freeman Medal)

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Campbell Moncrieff (Cardinia) Under 14 Batting Under 14 Girls Batting Aggregate - Katie Langeveld (Upper Beaconsfield) Under 14 Division 1 - Duke Miller (Cranbourne Meadows) Under 14 White Division - Kalin Giacco (Lang Lang) and Rory Thompson (Cardinia)

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Bowling Under 14 Girls Bowling Aggregate - Tiani Johnson (Kooweerup) Under 14 Division 1 - Alexander Tymensen (Pakenham) and Ashley Gillam (Carlisle Park) Under 14 Division White - Kalin Giacco (Lang Lang) and Harish Kaspar (Clyde) Under 14 Girls Player of the Year Katie Langeveld (Upper Beaconsfield) Under 14 Player of the Year Rory Thompson (Cardinia) Under 16 Batting Under 16 Division 1 - Brodie Mathews (Cranbourne Meadows) Under 16 White Division - Seth O’Hehir (Kooweerup) and Tom Brennan (Pakenham) Bowling Under 16 Division 1 - Brodie Mathews (Cranbourne Meadows) Under 16 White Division - Cooper Davey (Kooweerup) and Kynan Jackel-Lyddy (Carlisle Park) Under 16 Player of the Year (Steve Simpson Medal) Brodie Mathews (Cranbourne Meadows) Under 18 Batting Under 18 Girls T20 Cup Batting Aggregate - Tayla Smith (Officer) Under 18 T20 Cup - Aiden Pipicelli (Officer) Bowling Under 18 Girls T20 Cup - Molly Waters (Officer) and Zoe McQualter (Carlisle Park Vikings) Under 18 T20 Cup - Cooper Pursell (Officer) Under 18 Player of the Year Aiden Pipicelli (Officer)

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assignment at Pakenham.

Napoleon, who gave jockey Will Gordon a winning double, has previously raced over 6400 metres so expect Frost to continue to look for further ground.

Pakenham trainer Jason Bridgman had a night to remember at Cranbourne on Friday night with his six-year-old gelding Moski taking out the lucrative $25,000 Victorian Picnic Grand Final (1600m).

Moski, who started life as a sprinter, trounced his rivals over the Cranbourne mile to remain undefeated at his last three outings.

The son of Uncle Mo/Gonski Girl won at Balnarring over the 1200 and 1050-metre trips before stepping out the mile on Friday.

Jockey Jack Virgona gave Moski a perfect run in transit, with the pair racing away to win by three lengths, giving the $3.80 shot the biggest pay cheque of his 37-start career.

And Phillip Stokes rounded out a great night for Pakenham trainers at Cranbourne when his promising three-year-old Turquoise Hope improved his record to three wins from eight starts by claiming the last race on the card.

Turquoise Hope, who had wins at Ararat and Benalla in December last year, relished his first step up to 1300 metres to score by just over a length on the line.

Racing returns to Pakenham this Thursday night, April 22.

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