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‘A real dog’s act’

By Taylah Eastwell Heartless thieves have stolen generators, cars and burgled the vacant houses of storm-battered Yarra Ranges residents.

On Friday 25 June, five people were arrested and charged with car theft after police observed a stolen black Mazda and silver Isuzu D-MAX parked on Observatory Road, Mt Dandenong about 9.35am.

One male was arrested at the scene while a second male and two females allegedly fled on foot down a walking track before being arrested a short time later. The offenders were from south-eastern suburbs of Dandenong, Officer, Pakenham and Clayton.

A 34-year-old Dandenong man was arrested shortly after in Bayswater.

The news comes after Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patten told 3AW last week that at least five generators have been stolen across the Dandenong Ranges in the 10 days after the storm. Three houses were also ransacked, with some of the offending taking place at unoccupied homes in Mt Evelyn and Healesville that had been deemed uninhabitable due to storm damage.

Chief Commissioner Patten described the thefts as “a real dog’s act”.

“What type of person goes and knocks off generators and breaks into houses that are vacant because of storm damage? It’s just disgusting,” he told 3AW presenter Neil Mitchell.

“It’s disgusting. It’s a real dog’s act – that’s the only way I can describe it,” he said.

The offending is said to have taken place following the severe storm on Wednesday 9 June, as residents continue to rely on generators for warmth and necessities while the power network is rebuilt.

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THE LOWDOWN Q&A

with Josie Rothon from Josie’s Live Zumba

What is something people don’t know about you?

I have witnessed three of my best friends giving birth.

What was your most memorable moment?

Why? Performing a giant dance flash mob at my wedding and seeing 120 of my family and friends strutting their moves to the song Bootylicious.

It was unforgettable watching everyone erupt in dance & laughter together!

What do you love most about the Yarra Ranges?

Our kind close knit community, the stunning ancient trees and seeing wild wombats, deer and kangaroos almost everyday while driving a simple school run!

What do you love most about running dance classes?

The close friendships that are formed and that warm fuzzy feeling that my participants finish my class on an absolute high & feel invincible, no matter their life circumstances.

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

I would love to go back to August 1969 and be in the front row watching Jimi Hendrix shredding his guitar at Woodstock.

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

Marilyn Monroe, Rik Mayall, Stevie Nicks, Jane Austen, Amy Schumer, Kate Winslet.

What has been your most embarrassing moment?

On a blistering hot summer night teaching Aqua Zumba indoors, I surprised the class during the cool down song. I launched myself into the water with my clothes on amongst 25 women screaming with shock and laughter.

When I emerged, my left breast had popped out of my sports top!

THREE … school holiday activities

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A cupcake or cookie decorating competition is the perfect way to keep the kids amused for a few hours and sort afternoon tea. Get the kids involved in baking a batch of cupcakes or cookies, then set them loose with a rainbow of icing colours, bowls of sprinkles and lollies and their imaginations to come up with the the most amazingly decorated cupcake of the day.

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

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

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

Once they’ve found a bug, place some clean dirt in the bottom of a container and pick him up with a spoon or tweezers, then place him carefully in the container.

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What are your hobbies?

Choreographing new dance routines, socialising with friends, binging English crime series

on telly, knitting woolen medicine dolls.

What was your favourite subject at school?

Performing Arts and my lunch break!!!

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IN BRIEF VicForests to buy wood VicForests has offered to purchase fallen trees from private property in the Dandenong Ranges.

Residents with trunks at least three metres in length and over 40cm in diameter are encouraged to email VicForests at vfs.admin@vicforests.com.au for a quote.

If you have wind thrown timber following the storm event that may be able to be processed by timber processors VicForests will reply to your email and organise to assess the timber before giving you advice on whether it can be used.

The Star Mail understands more than 100 residents have enquired about selling fallen timber since the storm.

Gully wins big

Trees down on an Olinda home.

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Calls strengthen to reuse storm timber With enough tree debris to “fill the MCG” currently lying on the ground across the Dandenong Ranges, a local tree cutting service is calling on locals to recycle our quality local timber.

Purple Hat Woodworking & Co operations manager Nicholas Schill said it is “shattering” to see trees, some of which have a lifespan of up to 300-years, used for mulch and firewood following weather events in the Ranges.

“When trees fall down in the hills they just get turned into firewood and mulch, and we’re talking mountain ash that has been around for years sucking in all that carbon. It’s quality Australian hardwood that you can’t get anymore,” he said.

The Ferntree Gully based woodworking company has had a busy few weeks, with many Hills residents keen to recycle fallen trees for a number of household projects.

Using a portable timber sawmill, Purple Hat Woodworking & Co cut trees into various lengths for use as posts, beams, weatherboards, flooring, decking, benchtops, seating and wooden slabs, but the options for recycling hardwood are endless.

Over the past few weeks, the team have attended a number of Ranges homes to assist

with clearing trees and cutting.

“One job is a woman who has a heap of Blackwoods down, we are helping her turn the timber into decking to fix her deck that was a bit damaged as well as some coffee tables and raw slabs so she can sell it down the line. Instead of paying to get the tree cleared, she’s making money off it,” he said.

“We’ve also done a number of fence posts and pailings to help rebuild a fenceline that was damaged. You can literally cut anything and build anything with it,” he said.

A number of posts have appeared on social media in recent weeks, with Hills locals floating ideas of a wooden community table as a symbol of the devastating storm they all survived – some suggesting family names and names of local emergency service crews could be engraved in the timber.

Mr Schill, who grew up in Belgrave, said a community table would be a “good, creative idea” for Dandenong Ranges residents following the traumatic storm.

“It’s pretty easy, it would be no worries to build something like that. It’s as simple as slabbing the top of the log,” he said.

“These trees have done years of work. If you mill it, you lock in the carbon and it stays as structural timber and can be put back into the

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From page 1 Lilydale SES revealed on social media that the offenders are alleged to have been “dressed in orange work gear“, scurrying away when confronted by residents.

The post assured that legitimate emergency service workers will always be in recognisable uniform or carrying ID, and reiterated the plea for non-residents to stay away from the mountain.

“Let the people heal. Let them recover. Once the cleanup has progressed, then let’s all support local business. But if you just want to see what all the fuss is about, you will be turned away,“ the post read.

The looters are said to have made off with alcohol, jewellery and alcohol from vacant properties.

“Where is the humanity in anyone who would actually do something like that,” Chief Commissioner Patten said.

Police are now conducting additional patrols in the area, tasked with keeping an eye on vacant properties.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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community where the individual gets to use the asset,” he said.

Shadow Assistant Minister for Forestry Gary Blackwood also recently called on the Victorian Government to engage logging contractors to assist with the salvage of fallen trees within storm ravaged areas of the state.

‘Surely it makes sense to engage these professional operators, use the appropriate equipment to do a proper clean up, remove the future fire risk and utilise a resource to provide timber products to a market that is in short supply. This is more responsible than leaving it to rot and release carbon, instead of being processed into products that store carbon.

Mr Blackwood said there was a misconception in the community that because a tree had been storm damaged it was in some way less valuable to the industry or could not be used to make timber products.

‘Victoria has a proud history of using every piece of our harvested material in an effective sustainable way.

According to Mr Blackwood, it would be a “win-win” if the government could provide products produced from fallen timber to homeowners as they rebuild or repair as part of a support package.

‘A real dog’s act’

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Twenty Ferntree Gully tattslotto syndicate players received a life changing phone call last weekend after their syndicate took out division one in the TattsLotto draw.

The group took out the division one prize of $1,428,571.43, and if that wasn’t enough, the groups system five quick-pick entry also won division two twice, division three 37 times and division six eight times, bolstering their winnings to $1,483,655.73.

Each syndicate member is set to receive $74,182.79 from the winning ticket, which was purchased from Ferntree Gully Newsagency, Shop 2, 69 Station Street.

Ferntree Gully Newsagency owner Des Higginbotham said he was “delighted” to have delivered a big win to his customers.

“It’s just fantastic news,” he said.

“We are so excited to have so many customers share this great prize,” he said.

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300th, a game to savour

By Jed Lanyon Olinda footballer Mitch Bonuda notched up his 300th senior game in unique circumstances on Sunday 20 June.

Bonuda said the 300th game came as a “relief” after having the big occasion delayed due to Covid-19 restrictions. The return of community sports saw spectators locked out of local grounds meaning friends and family couldn’t be there on the day for Bonuda.

“I’ve had a lot of people contacting me from all the competitions and teams I’ve played for throughout the years, it was a really nice experience and shows how far reaching the football community is.

“It was a funny one, a real strange buildup to the game. People told me to have a couple weeks off to get the crowds back up, but I just wanted to get it out of the way.”

Olinda coach Brendan Donovan made the occasion special by organising for some of Bonuda’s former coaches and teammates to prepare video messages that were played in the lead up to his 300th game.

“It made the days really special and dulled the fact that a lot of friends couldn’t come and got me excited about it again,” he said.

And despite there being no crowds in attendance, the Olinda players insisted on celebrating a big win over Doveton by carrying Bonuda off the ground on their shoulders.

“It was very strange, the guys put me up on their shoulders and walked me off after the game,” he said.

“You’re meant to sort of give a wave to the crowd but there was no crowd there, so there wasn’t much point to it but it was a nice experience.”

Bonuda started his senior career with Mooroolbark aged 16 and has now played

Let there be lights soon

By Taylah Eastwell

Mitch Bonuda playing against his old side in Olinda’s 2017 Seniors Premiership win. for Woori Yallock, Vermont and now Olinda. He said he’s fortunate enough to have played in four premierships, each being special for their own reason.

He shared how the club was faring after being close to the devastation of the storms earlier in the month.

“A few of the players’ families have been impacted by trees fallen on houses and having their power drop out. We’ve tried to rally behind them, our netball coach had his property pretty damaged as well.

“We’re lucky enough to have generators up at the footy club and we’ve been sharing the ground with the community, so we’re seeing firsthand people coming in and out who have been affected by it.”

The mammoth task of rebuilding the Dandenong Ranges power network is running ahead of schedule.

After a crew of around 500 Ausnet workers took to the ground on 26 and 27 June, Ausnet has updated its expected reconnection times as the Dandenong Ranges Rebuild Plan comes to fruition.

As of Monday 28 June, the Ausnet outage tracker showed just 26 homes remain off the grid despite earlier assurances the network would be out until at least July 10.

According to the tracker, just three homes in Olinda remain in the dark, as well as 23 in Sassafras.

Ausnet expects power to be fully restored to all areas of the Dandenongs by July 3.

Ausnet general manager of network control and operations, Tim Lloyd believes that Ausnet is in a “very good position” to continue restoring the network, but advised homeowners to check whether there is any damage to private electrical lines.

“Our rebuilding plans are progressing well, and power is returning gradually across the region,” Mr Lloyd said.

“We want customers to be reconnected as

quickly and safely as possible. If there is damage at your home, or to your private electrical line, please get it repaired by a registered electrician.

“Once repairs to your property are completed and you have a Certificate of Electrical Safety (COES) we can reconnect you to the network.

The news comes after Ausnet recently announced a “small section” of network will be placed underground during the rebuild.

“Damage to the Dandenongs following the recent storm is extensive, we will need to rebuild parts of the network. Getting the power back on as quickly and safely as possible is our priority, however, where it makes sense and is a faster solution, we will underground sections during the restoration,” an Ausnet spokesperson said.

The Dandenong Ranges Rebuild Plan can be viewed at https://www.ausnetservices.com.au/en/About/News-Room/NewsRoom-2021/Storm-Update/5-day-rollingplan or a hard copy obtained from Yarra Ranges Council.

Works are expected to continue until Wednesday 30 June along Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd and The Crescent, Upwey.

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Traders cry out for help The owner of two iconic Dandenong Ranges attractions is calling on council to step up as Hills businesses grapple with a tumultuous year of lockdowns, Covid rules, increased local tourism and wild weather.

Owner of Dudley’s Restaurant in Olinda and King Henry’s Restaurant in Sassafras, Ross Miller is calling on Yarra Ranges Council to “be more visible” in the local community as businesses endure ongoing struggles.

“The only thing we’ve received from council since the storm is a letter, telling us to throw out our food if it is not safe,” he said.

Mr Miller said his “biggest frustration” is that Hills businesses have been “very busy” since the first lockdown however feels that council hasn’t provided any support in dealing with influxes of local tourists.

“They have never once sent an email, or been up and asked how they can improve the experience for local traders and tourists that come up here,” he said.

“Because people aren’t travelling interstate or overseas, they are staying in town, so the minute a lockdown is released people want to go somewhere and the Dandenongs are close enough. But council don’t come up and support us at all, we are just left dealing with the masses of tourists,” he said.

Mr Miller said it is “really hard” for businesses to check all tourists in and do “all the covid-safe things” when tourist attractions are “overrun”, with “traffic a nightmare” and no one in authority asking what they can do to help small business.

“We haven’t got an email or been visited to ask how they can improve the experience for local traders or tourists that come up here. All they seem to have done is stuck stickers on the footpath that say ‘be kind’ and sent an email about how to download covid-safe things, but we are yet to see anyone up here proactively trying to help local businesses. It’s left to everyone doing it hard enough as it is because of Covid,” he said.

Mr Miller said Dudley’s is one of the biggest restaurants in the area, yet in his seven years as owner, he has never had a visit from anyone asking how they can help with high levels of tourists.

At King Henry’s, he has attempted to consult council to change opening hours to increase business but says it is “getting nowhere”.

“They booked a meeting with us, no one showed up, then we got a letter saying ‘as a result of the meeting’ a certain decision was made. There was no meeting,” he said.

Mr Miller overall feels that council have not been “proactive in supporting tourism and business in the area”.

“My wife and I have both lived on the hill for over 30 years, all our friends and family are in the area, we don’t come up from the inner city to try and make a buck, we are here to support the local community and are involved in supporting various clubs but we just don’t feel like we’re getting any support back from council,” he said.

“We think they should be more visible and do a little but more consulting about what they

The owner of two iconic Dandenong Ranges restaurants is calling on council to “be more visible” as businesses grapple with lockdowns, Covid-19 rules, increased local tourists and recent storms. can do to improve amenities and the experience for people coming to the hills,” he said.

“Traffic management is also a nightmare, there are so many close calls. People come to the restaurant and if they’re running late they have to walk 20 minutes to get to here because there isn’t adequate parking anywhere. Shuttle buses from bigger carparks throughout the Dandenong Ranges would reduce traffic and congestion, other local areas in other states have them, it’s definitely something that could be looked at,” he said.

“We have gone from lockdown to lockdown, to another two week lockdown, and now the storm, we can’t trade for weeks, and the only communication we’ve had is to throw out food? If we are paying for a licence and rates every year then we should have some say of what happens in local areas as far as bringing people to the local area goes.

“They do a great job at promoting tourism but then it’s up to us to deal with it,” he said.

Yarra Ranges Mayor, Fiona McAllister said

council have provided more than 1000 businesses with health and safety packs to help them adapt to restrictions and prioritise public health since the beginning of the pandemic - providing thermometers, QR code information and floor decals.

“We ramped up our communications with businesses through our social media channels and regular e-newsletter to more than 6000 businesses, providing information about grants accessible for business owners, assistance packages from agencies and other levels of government and the latest health and safety advice, to help business owners ensure they were on top of the changing circumstances,” Ms McAllister said.

Ms McAllister said council’s business team assisted on “countless” phonecalls to provide advice on meeting state government restrictions, and members checked in on business owners as they adapted to the pandemic.

“These conversations helped council form advice for tourists visiting the region, formed

our advocacy to other levels of government and influenced our decision to waive street trading permits fees and extend outdoor dining permits for most businesses until the end of 2021,” she said.

“Our recent priority has been working with AusNet Services and State Government agencies to clear access to areas of the Dandenong Ranges impacted by the recent storms and restore services. We know that the storms will have a compounded effect on local businesses, who not only have to navigate extended power outages and the distress of living through an emergency, but lost revenue from tourists not being able to access the region,” she said.

Community members impacted by the storm are encouraged to call council on 1300 368 333 to be connected with emergency accommodation, assistance and supplies.

“We’ll continue to help our local traders wherever possible, especially in the Dandenong Ranges as the long-term recovery from the storms begins,” Ms McAllister said.

Grants to help businesses which lost power recover

By Taylah Eastwell Dandenong Ranges businesses suffering from ongoing power outages are eligible for new grants.

The government recently announced that prolonged power outage payments of $2,500 per week are available for businesses with an annual payroll of less than $10 million. To be eligible, businesses must have been without power as of 12.01am on Thursday 17 June.

Businesses will receive the payment directly from Ausnet each week for up to three weeks, with power expected to be restored by July 10.

The news comes after Acting Premier James Merlino announced on Thursday 17 June that affected households can apply for power outage payments of $1680.

Minister for Emergency Management, David Littleproud said the disaster recovery mailcommunity.com.au

funding arrangements will assist businesses who remain without power and may do so for some weeks to come.

“We know that being without essential power is incredibly difficult and we want to help businesses to get the support they need that best suits their circumstances.

Acting Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Danny Pearson, said the payments support up to 1,200 affected businesses.

“We understand the pain felt in the community caused by these catastrophic events,” Mr Pearson said.

“These measures will help businesses by giving them the financial support to pay wages, rent and other activities required to keep businesses operating,” he said.

Ausnet has established a dedicated claims process for customers impacted by the storm, which can be accessed on the Ausnet website or by calling 13 17 99.

Businesses without power can now receive $2,500 per week for up to three weeks.

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On the vaccine front line

By Shelby Brooks As a way of making a difference during the Covid-19 pandemic, former Emerald Secondary College student Bec McLochlan put her hand up for the enormous job of operating one of Victoria’s mass vaccination hubs.

As Monash Health’s nurse manager at the Cranbourne Vaccination Hub, Bec has been close to the action for about a month now since the clinic’s opening.

“From the start of the pandemic, I always wanted to help people on a larger scale,” Bec said.

“What larger scale is there than helping the community get back to normal?”

Bec helped commission the clinic located at the Cranbourne Turf Club, sourcing cubicles, working out the layout and planning the site for its set up.

“It’s been amazing to see it grow from an empty floor to seeing 1,500-2,000 people a day,” she said.

About 20 nurses, pharmacists and admin staff are on the team making sure the process of getting vaccinated is as painless and seamless as possible.

“I manage all the staff and work with the staff to make sure it all runs smoothly,” Bec said.

One of her most important tasks is ensuring the best management for the queuing system.

Bec rolls up her sleeves on the vaccination front line. 240546 “At the moment, there’s a big drive of ambulance, police, disability and aged car workers so we make sure they have priority access,” she said.

Bec’s unique background in the medical field made her perfect for the job.

She is a paediatric nurse and works as an accredited immunisation nurse with Monash Immunisation Clinic on a casual basis.

While she was a student at Emerald Secondary College she won a Kwong Lee Dow scholarship for high achieving secondary school students.

Bec McLochlan is the nurse manager of Cranbourne’s Vaccine Centre 240546 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Bec said she and her staff love what they do.

“It’s an exciting place to work,” Bec said.

“I absolutely love doing it. We’re all great

team down here so it’s not that hard because they want to work together and make the world a better place.”

Art explores connection with nature

By Shelby Brooks

Raquel Carter hangs her artwork at the Emerald Library.

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Check the mail for your ballot pack

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Ballot packs containing voting material will be mailed to enrolled voters from Tuesday 6 July 2021.

Follow the instructions on your ballot paper to complete your vote. To return your completed ballot paper, put it in the ballot paper envelope then use the reply-paid envelope provided or hand-deliver it during office hours to: Koo Wee Rup Tennis Club, Cochrane Park, 243 Rossiter Road, Koo Wee Rup

This is a postal election only.

If you do not receive your ballot pack by Wednesday 14 July 2021, please call 1300 226 029 during office hours to arrange a replacement.

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Voting is compulsory for all voters who were on the State roll at 4pm on Friday 28 May 2021.

You must complete your ballot paper correctly for your vote to count. Put the number 1 in the box next to the candidate you most want to see elected, then number ALL the other boxes in order of your choice. You must number EVERY BOX and only use each number once.

You may be fined if you do not vote - this includes homeowners and tenants.

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Showing that human creativity persists despite environmental catastrophe, Emerald Library is playing host to a local artist work this month.

Raquel Carter’s art exhibition is a series of black and white inks, exploring the relationship between humans and nature- which is all too fitting following the recent storms.

She was installing her artwork at the library on Friday 11 June.

“My art work is about our relationship with nature,” Raquel said.

“We are part of the elements, as we know recently. My real interest is somehow we separate ourselves, because we’re these intelligent beings that nature is outside of us and around us but actually we’re all those bits as well.

“We’re so affected by the nature, whether it’s sunshine or water. But more in the positive realm than the recent events.”

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Zumba lifts spirits

By Taylah Eastwell A vibrant local Zumba teacher has pledged to cart her boombox to Kalorama oval in coming weeks, running free dance classes to boost mental health following the devastating storm.

Ex-Kalorama resident and Zumba teacher Josie Rothon said the decision to run free classes came about after she experienced a bit of “survivor’s guilt” after the storm.

“I lived in Kalorama for 10 years, I moved to Mt Evelyn a year and a half ago, and on the night of the storms I was petrified because I just thought of the young family that bought my home. A few days later when I came up, my old street was just carnage, we’d lost four homes. I’d never heard of it before, but I felt what’s called survivor’s guilt,” she said.

Desperate to do something, Ms Rothon decided to run free zumba classes to boost mental health and give residents something fun to do despite the tragedy.

Ms Rothon runs online zumba classes for all ages and fitness levels after moving online during the coronavirus pandemic when she found herself out of work at both her other jobs. Despite her own difficult year, Ms Rothon was determined to help Hills residents get their smiles back.

“I had no power for ten days but that was fine compared to everybody else, so I started to think about what I could do. I’m a really bad cook, so I couldn’t offer cooking skills. I suddenly thought I could do free zumba because I’ve taught zumba on the mountain for 10 years,” she said.

After putting the call out on social media and receiving an overwhelming response, Ms Rothon now takes to the mountain three times a week to run her laughter-filled classes to anybody willing to join in at the Kalorama refuge.

“All these local mums replied and said ‘yes!

It’s not too soon, let’s do it’,” she said.

Joined by red cross volunteers, emergency workers and interested onlookers, Ms Rothon’s classes are just as fulfilling for her as they are for locals.

“It’s beautiful because I’ve been teaching for 22 years and I feel like I finally get to live my life’s purpose, which is not so much making money but making people feel happy. It’s wicked, I feel like I can finally give back properly,” she said.

“I am one tiny aspect of what is going on here (at the Kalorama refuge centre). I’m here for the mental health, but there are people

A local builder and a red cross volunteer were among those who joined Hills residents in a zumba dance party on Wednesday 23 June. here for 12 hours each day, from 6am until 8pm helping in various ways. I’m just volunteering 45 minutes of my time which is nothing compared to everyone else, it’s just a collective family of kindness. It’s unbelievable,” she said.

“And do you know what’s really beautiful, there is so much food that has been donated here and the sweet thing is no one wants to take it because the community is so beautiful and special, they all think there is somebody else less fortunate than them… so there is enough toilet paper to cover the next lockdown in there,” she laughed.

Ms Rothon has committed to running three free classes a week at the oval on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 11am until the refuge centre closes.

“It impossible to feel sad when you’re dancing, my zumba classes aren’t really zumba anymore, they are more pop-infused laughter, my classes are cheeky and comedic and it’s not about getting anything right it’s about getting moving and just feeling, it’s just like a party,” she said.

“Anyone can do it from age three to 85 and any fitness level, even people that think they’ve

Josie Rothon is running free zumba classes at Kalorama oval to give mountain residents and refuge volunteers some much needed fun. got two left feet should try it because the collective energy of a huge group of women and men dancing is unbelievable. It’s just 45 mins where you get to forget about the sadness and the grief,” she said.

For more information, follow Josies Live Zumba Facebook group page or contact Josie

Waste help Cardinia Shire Council has closed its post-storm drop in relief centres.

The drop in centres at the Emerald Hub and Cockatoo Community Complex were open for 13 days following the storm on Wednesday 9 June, providing a place for locals to charge their phones, take a hot shower and eat a warm meal from the Cardinia Emergency Relief Taskforce.

Cardinia Shire mayor Brett Owen thanked the community volunteers for assisting council crews at the drop-in centres.

“This was a team effort. A big thanks goes out to everyone who has helped support our community the drop-in centres and still assisting through the clean-up efforts.

“This was a long and challenging couple of weeks for many of our residents, and while the formal drop-in centres have wrapped up as the power came back on and community demand for their support decreased, we’re still supporting residents and welcoming visits during normal operating hours at our Hills Hub community centre,” he said.

Residents in storm-affected areas can drop off unlimited amounts of green waste for free at Lysterfield Resource Recovery Centre between Monday 12 July and Sunday 18 July.

Accepted material includes garden prunings, leaves, tree branches and trunks (up to 30 centimetres wide and 1 metre long).

Waste will only be accepted from residential vehicles and trailers. Commercial business operators cannot use the service.

Residents must present photo ID as proof of residence within Cardinia Shire to access the free service, which is available at Cleanaway Resource Recovery Centre (840 Wellington Road in Lysterfield): Monday 12 - Friday 16 July 2021 from 7am to 4pm Saturday 17 - Sunday 18 July 2021 from 8am to 12pm Residents seeking information on support following the storms are encouraged to contact council, or visit our website at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/ storminformation

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Burrinja opens its doors to offer shelter and support

By Taylah Eastwell After four days without power following the storm, the moment light was restored to Burrinja Cultural Centre was a lightbulb moment.

Eager to help, the centre was quick to open its doors, coming up with ways to shine light into the darkest days of the hills.

Running a ‘Parents without Power’ day on Sunday 13 June, Hills parents with young children were invited into Burrinja to allow children the chance to reconnect and play, with painting, drawing, and story telling the perfect distraction from the trauma and shock.

For parents, the opportunity of a warm coffee, phone recharging point and a warm, dry space to relax was also well received.

Burrinja CEO Gareth Hart said the idea to welcome families into the centre came to him the minute the power came back on.

“I walked into the building as the power came on to make sure everything was in good order, and I walked past a tub of pencils. That got me thinking about young kids who have been doing it hard, they’d just gone through two weeks of lockdown, hadn’t seen their friends for weeks and had no sense of play or joy and had now gone through five days of bleakness after the storm. I also thought of parents who would of been a bit exhausted from it all,” said Hart.

“We realised we were in a fortunate part of the Hills to have power back on so we thought we would do what we do best, which is bringing the arts and community together. It was just a simple offering that we thought they’d enjoy.

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Hills residents enjoy the opportunity to work from Burrinja.

A family enjoying Parents without Power day. dancing, making origami and making friends, while adults met people that lived on the same street and exchanged numbers for the first time.

“People were saying they will check on each other in a couple of days, art brought people together and I think they really valued the social connection. Some said it was a ray of sunshine in their week, we could really feel the

personal impact on the day,” Hart said.

As the power outages grew longer, the centre turned its large shared studio space into a “co-working space” for anybody without wifi who needed somewhere to work.

“We have all pivoted really quickly towards working from home, but what happens when you can’t do that? We opened our doors and have a free open space for the month of June

where people are welcome to come in, grab a coffee, use the wifi, do their work and connect with others,” Hart said.

“It’s proving really useful for people’s mental health as they feel focused and can get work done without distractions.

Art workshops are also being run for local artists who would typically run their workshops from home but are unable to due to no power to assist with income losses.

“We’ve also programmed two weeks of activity over the school holidays with art activities every morning in the foyer. The first week will be a local indigenous woman running arts and crafts with kids, and the second week will have a nature focus and includes an arts and nature scavenger hunt that is either take home or do here,” Hart said.

For more information on the school holiday activities visit https://www.burrinja.org.au/ burrinja-whats-on/what-s-on-all-events.

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A message from the Mayor -----“It’s been a challenging time for many residents in Cardinia Shire following the recent severe storm event and power outages.

“Our thoughts are with those who have been affected. We’ve seen first-hand the significant impact the storm has had on our community and we understand that it’s a difficult time for so many of you.

“We moved quickly following the storm and opened community drop-in centres at Emerald and Cockatoo.

“I’d like to thank everyone involved in the efforts so far – our community members, emergency service agencies, volunteers and our own Council crews. I’d also like to thank the Cardinia Emergency Relief Taskforce which worked in partnership with Council to mobilise a food relief program and the Emergency Support Team who assisted at the drop in centres.

“We’ll continue to support our community.”

Mayor Cr Brett Owen with Council staff at the Emerald drop-in centre.

Cr Brett Owen Cardinia Shire Mayor

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Thank you for helping us Imagine Cardinia!

What’s on at Cardinia Cultural Centre

Thank you to our community and the Imagine Cardinia People’s Panel for input that helped develop our 4 key strategic documents that have now been adopted by Cardinia Shire Council.

Trolls World Tour movie screening

• Council Plan 2021–25, incorporating the Community Vision 2040

The Croods: A New Age movie screening

• Council Budget 2021–25

Wednesday 7 July, 10am Tickets: $5 each, $10 with snack deal.

• Financial Plan 2021–31

Wednesday 30 June, 10am Tickets: $5 each, or $10 with snack deal.

Taste of Tamworth

• Revenue and Rating Plan 2021–25 The strategies will guide our strategic direction over the coming years and set us up to respond to long-term challenges and opportunities.

Wednesday 21 July, 10am morning tea, 11am performance Tickets: $22 per person (Companion Card holders can attend for free when accompanying a client).

Cardinia Cultural Centre, 40 Lakeside Boulevard, Pakenham.

Budget highlights: • $50m for roads, drains, footpaths, off-street car parks and other infrastructure • $36m to construct and upgrade buildings such as sporting pavilions • $10m for infrastructure works including recreation, leisure and community facilities and parks, open spaces and streetscapes • $3.2m for the Officer District Park master plan • $4.2m for our new youth centre • $4.3m for the Timbertop Early Learning Centre • $4.1m for the Rix Road Early Learning Centre • $1.2m for the IYU Recreation Reserve Athletics Facility. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/imaginecardinia

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The information on this page was correct at the time of print, but for the most up-to-date information:

Cardinia Shire Council Phone: 1300 787 624

Web: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au

Email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au

Translated resources: Cardinia Shire Council: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/translate Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS): 131 450 (ask for 1300 787 624) 12501983-SN27-21

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Charities step in to help

By Taylah Eastwell Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service (DRERS) has “never been so busy”, with displaced mountain residents in need of help now more than ever following the storm.

DRERS chief executive officer Tania Bevan said the storm was one of the most devastating events she has ever seen impact the mountain.

“It’s one of the biggest events I have seen up here. I was here during Ash Wednesday, but this is devastating,” she said.

According to Ms Bevan, “a lot of people are at breaking point” while others are seemingly “coping well”.

“There are lots of people coping well but many that aren’t. Everyone has different circumstances and people have different ways of coping,” she said.

DRERS has funded hotel accommodation for residents whose houses have been deemed uninhabitable or unsafe following storm damage.

“We got a lovely donation to pay for people’s accommodation, so we have been booking hotels on top of our usual assistance with food,” Ms Bevan said.

The emergency relief service has been a donation drop off point, with many local businesses and individuals donating various items for storm-affected residents to pickup.

“We are also taking items up to the Olinda and Kalorama hubs and have been trying to get the word out that we have fuel vouchers

Oscar and Simon Turner hand over some cans to DRERS board member Sonia Gibson at Belgrave Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS South Baptist Church. 241037 for people that are running generators. We are also buying firewood for people who maybe can’t afford or can’t go get firewood,” she said.

The relief service was recently given over

1500 cans of food from Belgrave South Baptist Church to help feed hundreds of people as winter sets in.

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his church donated 1200 cans last June as well.

“We just want to help the people who may be doing it tough in the Hills and DRERS are the professionals in that field,” he said.

Ms Bevan said rip-top food cans suit people who are homeless who cannot access cooking facilities.

“It’s something the church have done every year and they keep donating more and more each year. It’s something we are very grateful for because at this time of the year canned food goes very quickly, especially for people who are homeless,” she said.

While food donations are appreciated, Ms Bevan said the best way the community can help with post-storm recovery is by donating money.

“If people want to help the best thing they can do is donate financially because it means we can help people who are rebuilding their lives once the power is back on. Usually all year round we love when people donate food but during an event like this, food is not going to make the hugest difference to their lives if they haven’t got the money to make an insurance claim to start repairs on their home and that’s where we can help out,” she said.

Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service offers help to people who are disadvantaged with food, food vouchers, payment of prescriptions, clothing vouchers, assistance with paying bills, advocacy, referrals and crisis counselling.

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Holy Fools extend a hand to those doing it tough

By Mikayla Van Loon When Neal Taylor saw a need for people experiencing homelessness to be walked alongside of rather than just listened to, he started an outreach program known as Holy Fools.

While studying a diploma of community welfare work and on placement at The Dining Room in Croydon, Mr Taylor realised more needed to be done to support people facing hardship.

“We would see people and then work with them and say hello and spend time talking to them and listening to what they had to say but then at the end of the meal we would see them leave and they would often leave having told us some kind of challenge and insurmountable obstacle that they were about to face alone,” he said.

“And it was just realising that, that we needed to do more than just see people, we had to get out and start walking alongside these people.”

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SLEEPING ROUGH IN THE RANGES periencing homelessness to court, shopping and doctors appointments. “[I would] work with them to help them make some better decisions and plan things in their lives and I saw lots of really amazing things and lots of joy but also encountered lots of heartache and lots of bad things that would just make you cry.”

Soon after, Holy Fools was created, offering education, outreach, advocacy and research services.

Mr Taylor said the outreach side of things is the most important, which is done through the Street Angels program and of-

fering material aid.

But just as important is educating people and so Mr Taylor gives presentations to schools, community groups and businesses on how people can access resources and how people are affected by homelessness in the Yarra Ranges.

“One of the things that we really think is important is that a lot of work needs to be done around preventing people from becoming homeless and part of that is actually providing the resources and information for people to get the help they can get.”

Mr Taylor said accessing resources and services is one of the main challenges people face in the Yarra Ranges, as there are no crisis accommodation places in the shire and that is why people gravitate towards the city.

“The biggest thing I guess is the resources out here it’s very low, there’s nowhere to go, there’s no youth crisis space, there’s no domestic shelters for people escaping family violence.”

Wanting to help people feel less alone in their situation, Mr Taylor said one of the

things Holy Fools tries to do is normalise homelessness.

“Often people don’t know what to do in that situation, they are so shell shocked about being there that often they are ignorant to what the next step is and what we try to do is normalise the situation with people.”

Mr Taylor estimates that in the Yarra Ranges alone there are 450 people experiencing homelessness and of that number, 50 are rough sleepers.

“In the 11 plus years that we’ve been doing this, we’ve seen a dramatic increase in rough sleepers particularly and people who are experiencing homelessness in all sorts of forms.

“In the Yarra Ranges we’re starting to see more and more rough sleepers and I guess one of the canaries in the mine for us is, we are now starting to see people sleeping in doorways in Lilydale and some other towns of the Yarra Ranges.

“For so long homelessness has been something that’s hidden in the Yarra Ranges but we’re starting to see now that it is becoming more and more evident.”

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Coming together in crisis

By Taylah Eastwell The way a community unites in the aftermath of disaster is one of the most heartwarming displays of humanity. In the Dandenong Ranges, the all-in mentality of locals helping locals is the one thing seeing everyone through the darkness.

Over the past fortnight, various Hills businesses, groups and charities have opened their hearts and wallets to help the cold and traumatised community, with many on the front line dealing with post-storm difficulties themselves.

Sassafras’s Prosperina Bakehouse staff cooked up 100 litres of hot soup and curry in the aftermath of the storm, despite the shop having no power.

Mums of the Hills founder Belinda Young said the bakery fired up the gas stove in order to make soup, with a team of volunteers doorknocking Sassafras homes in order to give cold residents a warm meal.

In Olinda, a local cafe has been providing hot cups of tea and coffee to residents free of charge.

Chieftains Fine Foods in Tecoma are also helping warm bellies, pledging to offer free spuds full of fillings to mountain residents every day until the power is restored. The kitchen is open from 11am until 2.30pm.

Ms Young also said 200 pairs of gumboots have been donated, as well as $6,000.00 worth of gear and thermals from Anaconda to help community members keep warm during the wintery weather without heat.

Kalorama CFA received a $20,000 donation for a new generator from a selfless local.

“We’ve also had an anonymous private donation of $25,000 to a local service to help some people have some respite in a hotel overnight,” Ms Young said.

“It’s just been really uplifting in a tough time to have people reaching out,” she said.

With no power herself, Ms Young described the feeling as being “bone tired”.

“You feel tired from experiencing and seeing everyone in stress, it’s physically exhausting to do daily domestic chores, people say we’re camping but we’re really not because camping is relaxing and about enjoying na-

ture, at the moment we’re trying to sweep or mop the floors but there’s power cords in the way from the generator and you’re looking at everything by torch light, it just takes so much longer to do things and that on top of your own mental health weighs you down,” she said.

Despite the hard times, Ms Young has been busy helping others, deciding to compile lists of support services and help on offer to enable mountain residents to get all of their information in one place via social media.

“We (Mums of the Hills) knew there were other people and organisations well prepared to help so we didn’t want to create new wheels.

What we did find however was that allowing people to find information in one place without having to click through multiple sources to find the right information was something we could help with,” she said.

Mums of the Hills consolidated information from the immediate aftermath of the storm, placing it all in one single social media post with information about what to do about trees down, powerlines damaged, where to get food, charge a phone, have a shower, and all the vari-

ous services the community had on offer.

“We moved on to doing a post about what services were available for relief and one of our recent posts was about all the random acts of kindness. They are spare of the moment, we don’t really hear about those things in the media it’s all word of mouth so we have been able to consolidate all those updates, including where to get financial assistance, into the one very long post,” she said.

Ms Young has also been pushing through the ABC for mental health counselling to be funded for traumatised mountain residents and their young children.

“I’ve been pushing for counselling and tools for parents so they know how to respond to their kids and identify what the signs of trauma are. They have some great counselling at Inspiro in Belgrave but it’s for 12 years and older so there was this gap in support for under 12. We’ve seen results from counselling and psychologists around the area and are now working with council to see if we can put together some consolidated counselling that people can afford. If we can do it for free it will make so much difference,” she said.

11-year-old sends socks to storm-battered Ranges

By Taylah Eastwell Benjy Orwin can’t recall ever visiting the Dandenong Ranges, but when he heard about people suffering after the storm, he immediately wanted to help.

Over 800 pairs of socks have made their way from Caulfield to the hills through 11-year-old Benjy’s charity, Socks4Support.

“They really needed them. Everything is really wet and their shoes and socks are getting soaked,” Benjy said.

“It’s been really hard for them to keep warm,” he said.

While he typically donates to charities, Benjy was overwhelmed by the thought of people freezing in the Dandenongs following the wild storm on Wednesday 9 June.

“David Southwick (Caulfield MP) told me about the situation in the Dandenongs and when I found out I really wanted to help.

Socks would really help them,” he said.

The Star Mail understands Mr Southwick has been tasked with delivering the socks to affected Ranges communities.

Benjy started Socks4Support around three and a half years ago, having donated socks to numerous charities, organisations and more recently those in hotel quarantine.

“I was walking home in the cold at night, it was very cold, and I just thought about people that didn’t have clothes to keep them warm. I wanted to do something to help them and wanted to come up with a thing I could collect,” he said.

“I came up with socks because that’s something that’s really important but not many people really think of them as impor-

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With the help of his school, Benjy created his charity and placed donation boxes at Coles and Woolworths shopping centres around Caulfield, where generous human beings donate all kinds of socks.

During his short period as a not-for-profit entrepreneur, Benjy has been lucky enough to get a guided tour of a sock manufacturing company, where he was shown how socks are made and received a generous donation towards his collection.

“I want to get socks to as many people as possible,” Benjy said.

Bengy Orwin, 11, collects socks to donate to those in need through his charity Socks4Support.

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Bengy delivers the socks to Caulfield MP David Southwick for delivery to the Dandenong Ranges.

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Parklet art coming soon Local artists will have their works displayed on public streets throughout the year, as part of a partnership between the State government and Yarra Ranges Council.

The program was initiated by the State government, providing funding to councils to address congestion in towns, particularly hotspots near restaurants or takeaway food shops – parklets create places to meet and eat food while providing more space for social distancing.

Yarra Ranges Mayor, Fiona McAllister, said that a pop-up park, installed between the Memo and the Community link under a State government program, had been well-received by the community, and that she was looking forward to more parklets being established.

“I’ve had community members tell me how much they’ve loved having a nice spot to sit in the middle of Healesville,” she said.

“We’re now looking forward to the parklets being introduced – they’ll give people a spot to meet, sit and eat with friends, particularly on busy weekends when seating is at a premium.

“We’ve already installed parklets in Upwey and Kallista and have more coming for Healesville, Olinda, Sassafras, Mount Dandenong, Mount Evelyn, Montrose and Seville.

“I’d encourage everyone to make the most of these spaces for a socially-distant catch up or coffee when we can gather in person again.”

Earlier this year, the council opened applications for local artists to contribute concepts for the graphic treatment on the face of each Bounce Back Parklet.

Twenty six artists applied through this process, with 12 commissioned to have their art featured on the backs of the parklets.

The remainder of the artists had images purchased that will be featured inside the parklets or on signage.

Parklet between the Memo and Community Link in Healesville.

Ms McAllister said the artwork on the parklets told stories about the wider region – from the present-day landscape of the valley and hills to Aboriginal histories of the area.

“We’ve had some brilliant submissions from talented local artists and we’re excited to share their work with the community on our new parklets,” she said.

“I’m particularly proud that we can display the work of Aboriginal artists, including Graham Patterson, Amanda Wright and Nikki Browne, whose pieces depict the Australian blackfish, a yellow-tailed black cockatoo and a

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Songline - and their significance to the region.

“This art and the recent timing of Reconciliation Week is a good reminder that Aboriginal people are at the centre of our history and our future, in every town of our municipality.

“Whether you’re in the hills, the valley or our urban areas, Aboriginal people are a key part of our community and our history, our present and our future.

“One piece tells the story of one of the many animals that call this area home, while another is a poignant reminder of the cultures lost, reclaimed and revitalised.

“These artworks have been made by talented local artists and our parklets will look spectacular when they’re finished.

“I hope that all of our community find something to love in all of our new parklets and their artwork once they’re installed in coming weeks.”

In addition to the installation of parklets, most temporary outdoor dining permits issued to businesses in Yarra Ranges have been extended to 31 December, 2021.

All fees for street trading permits have also been waived until the end of the year.

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The day the gun blew up

By Norman Smith, President Of The Gembrook RSL

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Memories of past Games

By Gabriella Payne In less than a month’s time, the 2020 Tokyo Olympic games are set to begin (after being postponed due to the pandemic), drawing a range of incredible athletes from all across the globe - and the familiar flicker of the Olympic torch has brought back memories for many locals from when the games were held a little closer to home.

Beloved Gembrook local and president of the RSL club, Norman Smith, reminisced about the time he spent working as a bus driver for some of the world class athletes who attended the Melbourne Olympic games 65 years ago, back in 1956.

“I was one of the drivers for the Melbourne Olympic games in the 50’s,” Mr Smith said.

“I was down there from the 19th of November until the 10th of December and our bus company had four drivers on at the time.”

Mr Smith said he had fond memories from the games and used to “cart around” highly respected athletes, including some household names.

“I remember opening day we took them to the MCG, and we saw them assemble and go in, all the athletes from around the world,” he said.

“I remember driving Dawn Fraser, John Landy and Russell Mockridge once,” Mr Smith said, but explained that although he met stars like the famous swimmer, runner and cyclist, drivers weren’t really allowed to have a good conversation with the athletes.

Despite this, Mr Smith said he had a lot of memorable moments from the 1956 games, including an unexpected stowaway on one particular trip.

“There was no messing around with the security,” Mr Smith said.

“We were always checked going in, but not on the way out [of the village].

At one stage (I should have checked but I didn’t), there was a young girl who must have climbed in the boot and I pulled up at the gate [to the Olympic village] and the next minute the girl got out and bolted,” he said.

Mr Smith said that the girl, clearly an Olympic fan, had run straight into the village and left him behind to take the blame - but it was a memory he won’t forget for a while!

The upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo may be a year late and look a little different to usual due to Covid-19, but Mr Smith said he was looking forward to tuning in.

An old photograph of Norm back in the day, as a young bus driver for the Melbourne Olympics.

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When I did my national service in 1952, we did three months of training, then for the next two years we had to do a fortnightly camp each year.

So I was attached to the 31st medium regiment R.A.A. and I was a driver.

We were camped at Scrub Hill. Two medium regiment Brighton were there at the same time and they were short of gunners.

So they were looking for volunteers, so they lined us up. You, you and you. I was one of them.

So we headed off to the artillery range on the back of GMC 6x6 towing this big gun.

We got near the bridge at Seymour and I saw the driver nudge his mate and point back, then he turned the ignition on and off, which made a big noise as we went under the bridge - we thought the gun had blown up.

We all landed on the floor at the back of the truck, arms and legs every where and a few choice words.

When we arrived at the artillery range, my job was to prime these 80lb shells.

Three different coloured cordite and one fuse.

The guns started firing at intervals. Next minute, there was a flash, a big bang and the ground shook.

Someone yelled out “duck!“ The gun next door had blown up.

I don’t know where everyone else from our gun finished up, but I fell back into the shells, cordite and fuses.

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This 5-IN Howitzer is like the gun which exploded. Featured in the same paper.

I often think I could have been the first person into orbit.

In the following photo, that is the shell I had just finished priming, as you can see the result of the explosion.

As I was talking to one of the newer residents in Gembrook, the conversation turned to Nasho’s.

He told me his best mate was killed in a gun explosion, and we worked out it was the gun next to me.

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Gembrook’s connection to the battle for Greece President of the Gembrook RSL, NORM SMITH, takes a moment to share and reflect on his father’s involvement in the Second World War and his lasting legacy.

On Monday 10 May 2021, it was 80 years since the Australian sixth division was sent to help defend Greece and Crete from the German invasion in the second world war.

The Gembrook RSL has some history with this campaign.

My father, Arthur Smith was a member of the Gembrook RSL before the second world war. When he joined up, he was a member of the sixth division 2/8th battalion blood and bandages.

He fought in Greece when it was overrun by the enemy, escaped on the Costa Rica, which was later sunk. He was rescued and landed on Crete, where he was wounded on the 1st of June, and taken prisoner in 1941.

He died a prisoner of war on September 25th 1941.

In the Gembrook RSL at the moment, we have myself and Rodney (grandson).

Pam Guilleri is on the committee. Her father Thomas McVeigh was in the 2/2 field

regiment, the last ones to leave Crete.

Vice president Greg Scott whose grandfather Vern Anderson was in the 2/7th battalion.

There was also Tom Steele, 2/5th battalion and Reg Lamble, Emerald 2/7th battalion.

On October 28th every year, there is a memorial service held at the Domain Gardens in Melbourne for the Hellenic men and women and the Australian sixth division who fought and died in Greece and Crete in the second world war.

From there, they have a service at the Shrine then onto the Hellenic RSL for lunch and speeches.

One year, we had myself, Rodney (grandson) and Matthew (great grandson) all in attendance.

One of the elderly Greek ladies really looked after Matthew. When he tried to explain that he wasn’t in the war, the reply was, ’all descendants of the sixth division are looked after here’.

I’ve been told my slouch hat is also part of the furniture there.

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Community to the rescue In the two weeks since the storms hit our region, we’ve seen an incredible response from our community.

Countless community members, even those experiencing the worst impacts of the storms themselves, have stepped into the fold - setting up and providing donations, giving out coffee and food for those doing it rough through local businesses and even opening their homes and offering what they could to people around them.

We’ve heard stories of people offering their washing machines for laundry, lending out tools and generators to those in desperate need, and, of course, so many stories of generous donations for groceries and supplies.

We’ve also had huge support so far from relief agencies and local businesses, including the Red Cross, which brought staff out immediately to support community members with conversations and welfare checks, and the lo-

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Yarra Ranges Deputy Mayor cals that set up community relief sites for their community.

There are more people, groups, agencies and businesses that have contributed to the storm response than we could ever begin to name, but what I wanted to say in this column is simple – thank you.

Your time, your effort and your support means the world for so many.

Of course, the clean-up work is continuing.

Our tree crews have been working on more than 1500 requests, while assisting State Government agencies and AusNet with the crucial work to clear every road and get services connected back up.

AusNet is still working towards a 10 July date to get power back for every community member, with more than 150 staff members working around the clock to rebuild infrastructure damaged or flattened during the storm.

We know there has been significant distress in the community about how long power has been out. So many are living through a traumatic event and the end, while in sight, is still a while away.

I would just like to emphasise that AusNet staff are working to fix the problem – they’ve been working long hours in challenging conditions and, on top of the logistical challenges, have been subjected to some poor behaviour

by frustrated people.

When you encounter other people in the community – whether they’re at a relief centre, behind the counter of a cafe, working on the side of the road or passing you in the supermarket – remember that we’re all going through so much, and a little understanding with others can go more than an extra mile.

On a last note, if you’re considering making donations to the storm recovery, I’d encourage you to check in with local relief organisations, such as Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service, to see what is needed most.

Donate through registered charities and relief organisations and you can rest easy knowing your donation will have a very real and very significant impact on the people it’s going to.

If there’s anything you need, please give us a call on 1300 368 333 and we’ll do our best to help.

It is a now real mess and it is not as a result of storm damage. I cannot imagine how council would ever allow it to happen. Once again the Puffing Billy organization do as they want for their own benefit.

Carl Stemp, Emerald

well be past the 10 July.

It was a surprisingly uplifting one.

He noted that in the last 4 days he had had 2 visits from the police, one from the Red Cross and another from Defence personnel. Presumably his situation and age combined with his caring role for his wife was known and very appropriate systems put in place to ensure his welfare was monitored.

I know that others without power are also receiving these reassuring visits.

Karen Pomeranz, Sherbrooke

LETTERS Questions over ‘carnage’ On Sunday 13 June, following the storm, I walked from Bellbird Crescent, Emerald, along the track to Emerald Lake Park. I’ve been using it for the past 60 years or so. It was all clear with very little evidence of storm damage, thank goodness.

On the following Sunday I walked along the same track and was confronted by a security fence which had been moved up the hill from its previous position around the terrible building which has been erected by the Puffing Billy organization and this was now level with, and attached to the rear of, the model train build-

ing. The picnic area in this part of the park, with the tables and all the surrounding light bushland, has been completely demolished!

I counted 27 tree stumps, each marked with a cross to show that they were to be cut down, sticking up through the debris. Why? Hasn’t the Puffing Billy organization taken enough of our park already? And why did the council allow this carnage to take place?

Because of the new fencing arrangements the model train building is now completely blocked off. I hate to think how the owners are suffering in their business, along with covid-19 restrictions, so that that organization can do as they wish, again.

Caring visits Given the post storm unrest among some residents in the Dandenongs, I thought I would share the conversation I had recently with a long-term neighbour who is still without power and has been advised that a return could

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Writer-director Noah Hutton uses futuristic concepts such as quantum computing and robotic labour to craft an all-too-familiar world of exploitative corporations and their disadvantaged contractors.

The CBLR quantum company feels like a parody of an MLM (multi-level marketing scheme, or pyramid scheme), with its shallow cheerfulness and largely-unfulfilled promise of huge pay-days for its workers.

Hutton develops an intriguing mystery and hints at revolution through well-planted details, interweaving Ray’s immediate job with his brother’s illness and CBLR’s broader machinations, and the plot has a compelling give-andtake rhythm. As Ray adapts to his job, covers more ground and befriends journalist Anna (Madeline Wise), various scammers tighten their grip and the tireless robot cablers remain a constant threat.

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The sunroom with floor to ceiling windows adjoins the dining/sitting room and can be closed off for privacy and makes the perfect place to enjoy a drink with a friend or curl up on the sofa with a good book where you won’t be disturbed. There is an additional living area on the lower level with its own access, perfect for entertaining that won’t disturb those in the main living zone.

There are 3 good sized bedrooms, the master on the lower floor with ensuite and its own access, the secondary also with ensuite plus private balcony, the third bedroom with robes serviced by the main bathroom.

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SPECTACULAR FAMILY HOME IN UPWEY NESTLED in a quiet no-through road within walking distance of Upwey’s township, train station and schools, this exquisite circa 1920s residence is an example of functionality, style, and comfort.

Meticulously presented, this enchanting property boasts breathtaking views towards the Mornington Peninsula, Port Phillip Bay, and the You Yangs from its elevated outlook.

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With a kitchen designed for those who love to cook, no expense has been spared. Quality features include an island breakfast bar with built-in wine rack, Italian Ilve stove, pull out

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Large windows frame the stunning English inspired garden with weeping camelias, azaleas, rose arbor, fruit trees, and established lilly pilly hedging.

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bedrooms that share an elegant, updated bathroom, including one equipped with a private powder room. Upstairs, the ultimate parents’ retreat main bedroom with full ensuite, BIR, and vaulted ceilings neighbours an additional bedroom or study, complete with mezzanine and access to a private deck.

Other fabulous features of this superb home include a double garage, charming laundry, ample storage, ducted heating, air conditioning, garden shed and workshop.

Adding to the idyllic lifestyle, this outstanding property also boasts a premier position within walking distance of 3 local schools, only a short drive from 1000 Steps walking trail and world class mountain biking tracks at Lysterfield Lake Park.

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LOCATION, CHARACTER AND CHARM SITUATED in the heart of Upwey only a short walk from the main shopping village and local schools, this two-storey family home is the perfect property when it comes to location, character and charm.

Four bedrooms plus two bathrooms provide plenty of space for a growing family and there is also a spacious, convenient home office for those wanting their own space to work from home.

A large lounge room with open fire place flows easily into a separate dining area that is perfect for your evening meals and weekend dinners with family or friends. The timber kitchen has a classic country feel and is highlighted by stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and under bench oven.

With warm timber floorboards plus a mix of gorgeous window shutters and blinds throughout, there is much to love about this home.

Gas ducted heating plus a charming wood fire will keep you warm throughout the winter months or on those hot balmy evenings, enjoy the breeze as you sit out on the balcony and take in the gorgeous surrounds.

There is a double carport and an ideal courtyard for enjoying your afternoon cuppa amongst a canopy of colourful deciduous trees.

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Finals contenders shine

By Nick Creely Olinda Ferny Creek continue to surprise and excite in the AFL Outer East’s top-flight.

The Bloods enjoyed a ruthless victory on Saturday, brushing aside Wandin to the tune of 109 points, 18.10 (118) to 1.3 (9).

Now in fourth position on the table, Brendan Donovan’s group is rising quick and fast.

While the Bloods managed 28 scoring shots in a powerful attacking display - led superbly

by Hunter Greenall and Lachlan Taylor who combined for 10 goals - the home team, who were playing the fixture at Woori Yallock, conceded just four scoring shots and didn’t conceded a goal until the final term.

Kelsey Currie’s outstanding season continued with a best afield display, while Dale Rohrmann and Pat Rosier were also strong contributors.

The winless Dogs were well served by John Ladner and Josh James who battled hard.

Woori Yallock, meanwhile, picked up a huge scalp on the road and a confidence-boosting win, overcoming a deficit to register a 22-point win against Pakenham, 10.14 (74) to 8.4 (52).

The Lions were up by as much as five goals in the contest before Jack Cole’s side found another edge to run all over the top.

It was an incredible impressive performance against a side also expected to feature in finals.

As he so often does, Ryley Monkhorst was at another level, while his brother Zach was a colossal and kicked some important goals.

Kane Thompson’s impressive season continued with another assured display.

In the remaining games, Beaconsfield had too much toe for Upwey Tecoma, 11.11 (77) to 3.3 (21), while Cranbourne edged out Narre Warren in a thriller, 7.9 (51) to 7.7 (49).

Division 1 saw Gembrook Cockatoo and Seville play out a nail-biter, but in the end the Brookers had just enough in the tank to hold the Blues at bay, 7.8 (50) to 7.5 (47).

The Brookers surged out with an impressive first half, taking in a 30-point lead into the major break, but the Blues worked their way back into the contest with an impressive five-goal third term to level up the scores.

In a nail-biting last term with momentum swinging rapidly, the Brookers did just enough to bank the all-important four points.

Tyler Joosten was best afield for the Brookers, while Nathan O’Keefe provided a constant threat to snag two goals for the visitors.

Mt Evelyn continues to knock every challenge out of the park, banking a 22-point win on the road against Emerald, 8.13 (61) to 6.3 (39).

It took until the third term for the Rovers to break clear with scores level at half time, putting together an ultra-impressive four goal to zero third term to run away with the victory.

The ladder-leaders had many winners across the park, namely Noah Beamish, while Daimon Kift will almost certainly be in the votes again with another classy display.

For the Bombers, Matt Livermore and Jarrod Marshall were in the best.

In the remaining games, Officer had the

Monbulk’s Kai Linde ducks through the arms of Ashley Brown. 241976 better of Monbulk in a potential finals preview at Starling Road, 9.11 (65) to 5.9 (39), while Berwick Springs took the points in its first ever home match, defeating Belgrave by 42 points, 9.17 (71) to 4.5 (29). The Magpies stuck with the Titans for the first half before Rodney Benstead’s side kicked five goals to one after the main break.

Healesville had the bye.

Kinglake and Yarra Glen played out a closely fought affair in Division 2, but the Lakers got the job done by 13 points, 7.5 (47) to 5.4 (34).

The home side always had a narrow lead at every change, but to the visitors’ credit managed to stay in the contest.

Yarra Junction banked a huge win against Broadford, 28.12 (180) to 7.5 (47).

The Eagles did what it needed to, registering 40 scoring shots in the hefty win, including a bag of 10 from David Johnson and six from Leigh McCombe.

In the remaining matches, Powelltown had the better of Yea, 19.9 (123) to 7.4 (46), while Alexandra banked a gritty 20 point win against Warburton Millgrove at Mac Sparke Oval, 10.5 (65) to 7.3 (45).

The Saints were actually training by five points at the final change before flexing its muscles with an unanswered four goal final term to seal the win and consolidate its top spot on the ladder.

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Bloods pull off an impressive win for Olinda’s skipper

By Frank Seal With Olinda-Ferny Creek Football Club’s facilities continuing to be utilised as a relief centre for storm victims, the Bloods headed out to Woori Yallock to host Wandin on a perfect Saturday afternoon.

Olinda was keen to put in an honest effort and chalk up a win for their skipper Kelsey Currie in his 100th game.

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Starting from the back six, Olinda set up well on the outside and made the most of their entries inside 50.

Nick Keegan and Jonty Scott managed to hit the scoreboard for a three goal to nil score at quarter time.

Hoping for more of the same in the second, the backs led by Matt Scharenberg and Dale Rohrmann were attacking out of defence and forcing the ball forward with authoritative spoils.

Notable runners Nick Keegan and Matt Rosier were explosive on the outside. Numerous selfless acts all over the ground were

contributing to what was proving a whole team performance.

Lachy Taylor’s dominance was finally being rewarded on the scoreboard with two goals for the quarter and the Bloods were out to a 54-2 score line at half-time. Olinda attacked the third quarter with the same intensity and the defenders continued to punch and force the ball out of the backline, releasing the mids who continued to dominate.

Health Hocking was providing great leadership on the ground, Pat Rosier was extracting contested footy and Kelsey Currie was influencing play in his milestone game.

With elite forward pressure, the Bloods were able to keep the ball in their front half

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With steady supply into the forward line, key forwards Hunter Greenall and Lachy Taylor combined for five fourth quarter goals to end the match with five each.

At the final siren, a 109-point win was a fitting result. It was a selfless display of team footy which typified the approach of inspirational captain Kelsey Currie.

The Olinda Reserves (7-3-45) lost to Wandin (9-5-59).

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