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The giving spirit By Parker McKenzie
Habitat for Humanity are helping clear Cheryll Roach’s property.
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thing that blesses her and helps her along the way.” Mr Brooks believes for a lot of the volunteers – and himself – days like today are some of the best in their lives. “The good thing about it is that they’re working with the people in need, not necessarily side by side right, but Cheryll’s been
backward and forwards,” he said. “They’re helping people rather than helping the programs or putting money into an account somewhere and never really seeing where it goes. Not saying there’s anything wrong with that, it’s just that personal connection to people.” Continued page 3
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their 3pm finishing time fast approaches. Rod Brooks is the volunteer supervisor for Habitat for Humanity at Mrs Roach’s house and he is hard at work as they power through the last hour of a long day. “When you hear that story, which I’m sure you have, it touches your heart,” he said. “You just think how hard is it to do some-
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For most people, 2021 has been both difficult and challenging. For Cheryll Roach, it has been a year of tragedy and heartache. “When my dad moved in with us in April, my husband and I frantically rushed around to get the place ready for him because he had his left leg amputated,” she said. “At the start of June my husband wasn’t feeling well, and on the 21st of July he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.” After Dale Roach was told he had three to 12 months to live, he passed away on the 11th of August. “I’m so overwhelmed by everything, trying to get things tidied up, just with everything that has happened,” Mrs Roach said. “It’s hard to ask for help sometimes. We were affected by the storms and as you can see a few trees came down.” On a 31 degree Friday afternoon in Cockatoo, four volunteers are helping Mrs Roach remove fallen trees from the June storm, stack firewood and burn off any potential fuel for the coming bushfire season. “Otherwise we would have been good. My husband and I would have tried to manage but I’ve gone from full-time work to being a single parent now,” Mrs Roach said. “I’m just absolutely overwhelmed and so thankful. I just want to repay them back for the help.” The volunteers from Habitat for Humanity Victoria are more than happy to help and don’t ask for any repayment. Six volunteers arrived at Mrs Roach’s house at around 8.30pm. The four remaining by 2pm continue to busily split wood, wheelbarrow foliage to the fire and carry logs away even as
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Congrats to class of 2021 By Parker McKenzie With the release of ATAR scores, students throughout the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Ranges have finally finished a challenging year of learning hindered by lockdowns, restrictions and online classes. Students at Mater Christi College in Belgrave met on the steps of their school to celebrate after results were released via text message at 7am on Thursday 16 December. Student Emma Gerber said she felt elated to finish school before she starts a science scholarship at Melbourne University next year. “It’s nice for it all to be wrapped up,” she said. “It’s like breathing out for the first time in two years.” Jackie Mei said she was excited for the op-
Students from Mater Christi College celebrate finishing a difficult year of schooling. Picture: PARKER MCKENZIE portunity to relax over the holidays. “I’m planning to do bachelor of science and master of data science afterwards.” she said.
Gabriella Petersen was College Dux at Mater Christi College with an ATAR of 98.45. Principal Maria Haggett said the students have shown resilience throughout a tough two years of VCE. “The way students and teachers have adapted for the online environment and then to flip and come back is really amazing,” she said. “A big congratulation is in order for all students, no matter their score.” All VCAL students at Mater Christi College completed their VET studies and graduated in 2021. Year 12 coordinators Tara Baker and Linda Tilson said they were proud of the effort by students throughout the year. “The students and their families were incredibly encouraging to the staff throughout the last two years,” Mrs Tilson said.
“They made us feel so appreciated and were really good at that.” 47 students attained scores of 40 or higher in their classes, with 47 per cent of students attaining an ATAR of over 80. Two students at the college received a perfect study score of 50. Vice Principal Julie Feeney said all the students at the college have done a remarkable job. “As a three-way partnership with our families, our staff and our students it’s just such an impressive result,” she said. “It goes to show that online learning can breed success for students, and this particular group have got all sorts of opportunities coming up.” The average ATAR score in Victoria was 69.26 for 2021.
Sassafras preschool teachers retire after 24 years By Parker McKenzie After 24 years teaching together at Sassafras Preschool, Debbie Haberfield and Leonie Stow have seen off their final class. After waving goodbye to another class on Wednesday 15 December for the final time, the two teachers spent the next morning cleaning the preschool before the holidays. Mrs Haberfield said they both have mixed emotions about retiring. “We’ve worked together for 24 years, so it was a package to come and a package to go,” she said. “We love what we do, so the teaching side of our life is where we’re passionate and that’s
what we found very hard to give up.” She said the decision hasn’t yet become a reality for the two friends. “We have January off normally so for us I think it may well hit the most when we don’t come back,” Mrs Haberfield said. “I have a new grandchild now so that’s quite exciting. I’m looking forward to spending more time with her and hopefully traveling because Lauren, my daughter, lives in Paris.” The preschool provides a safe and nurturing environment for three and four-year-old children as a starting point for their education. Mrs Stow said she joined Sassafras Preschool in 1997 because she loves educating young children.
come in and they’re so keen to learn and play and experience.” Mrs Haberfield said the two of them were fortunate for the community that has trusted them with their children’s education. “We’d like to thank the community for all their support, friendship and care over the many years,” Mrs Haberfield said. “The appreciation they have has been overwhelming at times. Preschool is often the first time families leave their children so for us it’s a big responsibility.” “Life changes so that’s probably the next adventure,” Mrs Stow said. “Whatever that may be.”
“The opportunity came up for a position here, I got the job and I’ve loved it,” Mrs Stow said. “Every day is a new day with preschool children, you never know what you are going to get.” Mrs Haberfield said she began her training as a teacher as soon as she finished high school. “I actually worked in a primary school environment for a few years before we moved from New South Wales to Victoria,” Mrs Haberfield said. “My first job was at a preschool and I loved it. I loved the element of wonder and joy every day with the children because they
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IN BRIEF Changes to restrictions New pandemic orders under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act have been signed by the state Health Minister Martin Foley, bringing with it some easing of restrictions for Victorians. People under 18 will no longer be required to show proof of their Covid-19 vaccination status at all venues, such as hospitality and unvaccinated Victorians can now shop in nonessential retail. Real estate and places of worship are also now allowed to welcome unvaccinated people, including at weddings and funerals. However, if a wedding or funeral is held at a hospitality venue vaccination requirements remain in place as venues must still only serve fully vaccinated patrons. Under the new orders, workplaces exposed to a positive case will no longer need to be deep cleaned, after mounting international evidence that coronavirus is an airborne or droplet-borne disease and the likelihood of becoming infected by touching a surface is very low risk.
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Police out in force Residents throughout the Hills and Dandenong Ranges are being urged to stay safe and drive sensibly as we head into one of the most dangerous times of the year on our roads. Police Minister Lisa Neville today joined Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing Glenn Weir to launch Operation Roadwise, and drive home the importance of staying safe this Christmas. With the festive season upon us, school holidays beginning, and after a particularly challenging couple of years, Victorians will be more eager than ever to get out and about. Police Minister Lisa Neville said, “Christmas is a great opportunity to travel and see family and friends, but all Victorians have to do their bit and drive safely on our roads – it only takes one bad decision to turn the holiday season into tragedy.” Victoria Police has also bolstered its road policing capabilities for the operation, which runs from Friday 17 December to Sunday
26 December 2021. Police from state and local road policing units, general duties and other operational policing units will be targeting driving offences across metropolitan and regional Victoria to take dangerous drivers off the road and save lives. During last year’s Operation Roadwise, 10 people lost their lives on our roads and Victoria Police detected more than 14,216 traffic offences, including 6,201 speeding offences and a further 463 people caught drink driving and 535 people caught with drugs in their system. “Operation Roadwise will see more police on our roads, making sure every motorist is doing the right thing, and holding those who don’t follow the rules to account.” The launch also comes as a timely reminder to all road users to take care, as the state’s road toll sits at 226 this year, compared to 198 for the same time last year.
Despite lockdowns restricting travel for large parts of the year, Victoria has already surpassed the number of lives lost on the roads in 2020 when 211 deaths were recorded. In honour of these lives, a Christmas tree with baubles representing each of the lives lost on our roads this year is now up at the Victoria Police headquarters – a reminder that lives lost on our roads is not about statistics, it’s about real families who have experienced the trauma of losing a loved one. Drivers are reminded not to drink or take drugs if they’re planning to drive, and to use simple strategies that can reduce risks on the road, including driver reviver strategies to avoid fatigue, staying off mobile phones while driving, and being alert on unfamiliar roads. “We want to see all Victorians making smart choices behind the wheel this festive season and getting home safely. If you speed, use your phone or drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you will be caught.”
Police began operation roadside on Friday 17 December to target impaired drivers, speeding, mobile phone use and seat belt offenses on the road. On the first two days of the operation multiple drivers were caught and fined including: A 42-year-old man was conveyed to hospital after his vehicle left the road and collided with a tree on Glenfern Road in Ferntree Gully. Blood sample were obtained for analysis and police are investigating if alcohol and speed contributed to the collision. 41-year-old woman was detected speeding at 99 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on Dorset Road. She was given a $500 penalty notice and a 3-month suspension to her license. Several other drivers tested positive to illicit drugs with penalties ranging from $545 penalty notice and a 6-month licence suspension for a first offense to a court appearance and minimum 12-month licence suspension for a second offense. Operation roadside will conclude on Boxing Day.
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Volunteers join Habitat for Humanity to rebuild home From page 1 Mr Brooks said he has been working for Habitat for Humanity for nine years after a change in careers. “A friend of mine approached me in the gardening business and asked me if I was thinking about changing what I was doing?” he said “That very morning, I thought it’s time for a change.” Matthew Brassington and his son Alex are
two of the volunteers Mr Brooks is supervising. Mr Brassington owns his own insurance business but wanted to help someone in need after his son became involved with Habitat with Humanity through his school. “One of the best experiences is meeting people from different walks of life and getting a bit of perspective back,” he said. “I think after the Covid situation, we’ve all realised that there are always people out there who are really struggling and often it’s very easy to close your eyes or turn your head
and walk away.” Habitat for Humanity is a not-for-profit organisation that runs bushfire and storm recovery aid and helps build affordable housing. Interested volunteers can contact Volunteer Coordinator Felicity Smith at fsmith@ habitat.org.au for more details or visit www. habitatvic.org.au/volunteer. Mrs Roach has continued to honour Dale’s memory by raising money for pancreatic cancer. She raised over $3000 dollars through
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Rotary supports hampers Rotary Club of Emerald and District has bought the festive cheer to local families in need early this Christmas by donating $1,000 towards hampers and vouchers. The club provided $500 to each of St Mark’s Church of Emerald and St Luke’s Church of Cockatoo to support a long running Christmas initiative. Emerald Rotary President Shalini Penny said the club has distributed more than $15,000 to locals impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic in the past year. “The $1,000 donation to the local churches extends our commitment to supporting the local community during these challenging times so that those less fortunate can have the Christmas they deserve”. She said. The hampers contain Christmas staples including ham, cake, pudding, mince pies and more. Nicole Lane from St Mark’s Church said local schools in the area play a huge role in the hamper drive.
“We work in partnership with the local primary schools and secondary school which distribute the hampers and vouchers on behalf of the churches,” Mrs Lane said. “This year, 80 hampers and $1,100 in Christmas vouchers will be given out to support those in need.” The food items and part of the financial assistance were donated by the local IGA supermarkets and businesses, local service clubs, the Cockatoo Market and local residents. Sue Barbieri from St Luke’s Church said the hamper drive is an important initiative for the church. “It helps brighten up Christmas Day for local families, particularly after what’s been a particularly tough year for many in our community”. She said. Those in need over Christmas can also receive some essential items for free from The Food Store, which operates out of St Luke’s Church in Cockatoo on a Monday from 10am to 2pm.
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Monbulk CFA Santa run to hit the streets Monbulk CFA will be bringing Santa Clause to the streets of Monbulk on Christmas Eve. From 2pm to 6.30pm on 24 December Santa will be riding the CFA Tanker to hand out bags of lollies to kids around town. There will be an interactive map where residents can track where Santa will be arriving throughout Monbulk, as well as a live tracker that will be sent out closer to the event. “Due to Santa’s busy schedule we cannot visit every street in Monbulk,” Monbulk CFA said.
“If we aren’t visiting your street please make your way to the nearest point on the route and Santa will see you.” More information can be found on the Monbulk CFA event page at www.facebook. com/events/6583073075100777. An estimated time of arrival throughout different locations is listed below: 2pm to 3pm: Monbulk Road, MonbulkOlinda Road, Camms Road (First half), View Road 4pm to 5pm: Main Street, Mt Pleasant
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Off to VCAT By Parker McKenzie A planning application for double story townhouses in Tecoma will head to a tribunal despite a decision to reject it by council. While Yarra Ranges Council rejected the application on the grounds of “neighbourhood character” and the objections of nearby residents, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) will hear an application because council failed to make a decision within 60 days under Section 79 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987. The proposed planning application for the double-story townhouses at 1 Rocksleigh Avenue Tecoma faced objections from nearby residents. Planning consultant David Bailey spoke in objection to the refusal of the planning application on behalf of the applicant. “The opposition is that the application has responded to neighbourhood character by its detached form and the brick and weatherboard cladding,” he said. “The proposal has relatively low site coverage and a high degree of permeability.” Local resident Mark Francis supported council’s rejection of the planning application. “We and our neighbours are concerned the future impacts of this building development if it goes ahead as planned,” he said. “The proposal next door is for four doublestory townhouses. We believe the double story townhouses proposal unnecessary to the landscape and the ambiance of our local area, “We also feel it will impact our privacy and impact any view we have the surrounding area.” He also said it would set precedent of similar building projects in the future and proposed the building of four single story dwellings as an alternative. Overall there were 11 objections and three
The application will head to VCAT because Yarra Ranges failed to respond within 60 days. Picture: ON FILE submissions of support, with all 11 objections being received from residents living within 300 metres of the proposed development. Deputy Mayor Cr Joanna Skelton moved to refuse the application, which was seconded by Cr David Eastham. “I think my thoughts on this are as per the planning recommendation and my key concerns are around neighbourhood character and incremental growth.” Cr Skelton said. “What the community would have wanted as a part of that planning and development overlay in that area is not to jump straight from predominately single story dwellings to four double story dwellings.” No councillors spoke in objection to the motion and it was carried. It is currently unclear when the application will be heard by VCAT.
Consultation extended for The Basin’s green areas Knox City Council has extended the consultation period in regards to the future development of 100 hectares of privately owned land in the Basin. Instead of the originally announced closing date of 12 December, resident of the Basin will have the opportunity to raise any concerns over the development of Dobson Creek and the surrounding area until 23 December. Consultation for the strategy began in March last year with a second round of consultation coinciding with an independent expression of interest process to sell the land. Knox City Council said there are several safeguards already in place to limit future development of this land. “The site is entirely located outside the Urban Growth Boundary, which limits any potential for more intense development,” council said. “Any change to the Urban Growth Boundary requires majority support of both houses of the Victorian Parliament.” Council said a full planning scheme amendment process would then be required to rezone the land. “Council’s ability to challenge any inappropriate development proposal depends on the evidence we can provide to justify our decisions and demonstrate how we are planning for housing needs and other social and economic outcomes elsewhere.” council said. This process would involve community consultation and require approval from both Knox City Council and the Minister for Planning.
Knox City Council has extended the consultation period for the Basin green strategy plan unit 23 December. Picture: ON FILE The Green Areas and Rural Strategy cover extensive green wedge land that is important for agriculture, rural living, biodiversity and recreation. This includes all land outside the Urban Growth Boundary, and Council said it will be an important document to guide land owners, developers, Council and adjudicators such as VCAT about what is and isn’t appropriate in any future development of these areas. “The strategy proposes specific actions to protect the unique environmental and social values of each precinct,” council said. “Proposed actions include habitat restoration, protecting view lines and cultural heritage, supporting agriculture and tourism, walking and cycling connectivity, and improved access to parklands.” Consultation closes Thursday 23 December. For more information and to contribute to the consultation visit knox.vic. gov.au/haveyoursay.
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Areas under protection By Parker McKenzie Two new conservation corridors will be created near Cockatoo and Gembrook with Cardinia Shire Council formally endorsing a new Biolink conservation plan. The plan covers 2023 to 2033 and aims to increase vegetation for wildlife habitats, improve waterways and set environmental priorities for the Cardinia area. Pancake Creek in Cockatoo and an area of land located in Bunyip State Park and on private land have been assigned as future Biolink conservation corridors. Cardinia Shire Council Mayor Cr Jeff Springfield said the adopted plan identified where new wildlife corridors were most needed. “Cardinia Shire is one of the largest local government areas in metropolitan Melbourne and we’re also a growth area,” he said. “This change in land-use leads to habitat loss and fragmentation, which affects animal and plant populations and hampers pollination and the movement of animals, “This means that biodiversity can be limited to small pockets of habitat which are vulnerable to environmental threats such as pests, diseases, fire and climate change, making it difficult to support viable, long-term populations.” Council opened the draft plan to community consultation where residents were asked how they could support native plants and animal habitats on their properties and identify areas with significant biodiversity value. Cardinia Shire Council said they used the latest wildlife species computer modelling and
Bunyip State Park has been identified as an area of biodiversity and importance. Picture: PARKS VICTORIA aerial vegetation mapping technology to identify key wildlife areas for potential biolinks. “The creation of new biolinks enables us to connect these areas of fragmented vegetation across the shire to encourage the movement of wildlife and pollination, increase the genetic diversity in breeding populations, and ensure the long-term viability of our native plants and animals,” Mayor Springfield said. Several priority biolink corridors already exist throughout Cockatoo and Gembrook. Bunyip State Park was identified as a key area of biodiversity because of a variety of habitat types including swamps and mountain ash forests. Council have identified 15 “indicator species” as a focal point of future conservation management, planning and monitoring. The identified species include the chocolate wattled bat, southern brown bandicoot, eastern yellow robin and the swamp skink. More information on the new Biolink plan can be found at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/environment.
Emergency NBN satellites to be installed in the hills Yarra Ranges Council has welcomed federal funding for the trial of ten NBN disaster satellite service sites throughout the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. The funding comes from a $37.1 million Strengthening Against Natural Disasters (STAND) program to provide public emergency internet access at community relief locations. The disaster satellite service towers will also be used when ground transmission networks have failed and when telecommunications providers are unable to repair infrastructure or install and refuel temporary generators. Yarra Ranges Mayor Cr Jim Child said it was important that areas impacted by the June storms or at risk of bushfires were included in the STAND program. “While I hope this infrastructure never gets used, it’s comforting to know it is there and it will help to build resilience in our community to help them stay connected in future emergencies,” he said. “Access to telecommunications before, during and after a disaster is critical and is something we know our community desperately needs. Not having access to 000 or emergency information was one of the most frightening aspects of the June 9 storms.” Sites trialing the program include Monbulk Living and Learning Centre, Olinda Recreation Reserve and The Patch Public Hall. Mayor Child said while the new satellites will be key to supporting the community through future disaster events, they only solve part of the problem.
Monbulk Living and Learning Centre, Olinda Recreation Reserve and The Patch Public Hall have received disaster satellite service sites. Picture: YARRA RANGES COUNCIL “Currently residents within the Yarra Ranges have second rate telecommunications service which impacts business, education, health services and general online activities,” Cr Child said. “And in the lead-up to bushfire season, poor telecommunications service hinders our emergency preparedness efforts too, “We need more investment in local infrastructure to ensure reliable and safe access to mobile and internet services around the clock, every day of the year across the municipality.” All 10 sites have been installed with NBN satellite services so residents can access internet at the locations in the event of an emergency.
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Foothills welcomes CFA cheque By Parker McKenzie
CFA Brigades will be receiving new work wear for non-fire related use next year.
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CFA brigades to receive new gear By Parker McKenzie CFA has announced four Victorian suppliers will deliver more than 30,000 sets of the new CFA work wear ensemble to volunteer members across the state. $9 million is being invested to provide work wear for tens of thousands of CFA volunteers across Victoria, with funds being drawn from a $3 million state government investment and an additional $6 million from the Capability Funding Package stemming from Fire Services Reform. CFA Acting Chief Officer Garry Cook said CFA is proud to deliver brand new gear to its dedicated volunteers, but also to make a significant investment to support domestic suppliers.
“We’re proud to be working with local suppliers like ADA, which is sourcing a significant amount of fabric domestically and using Australian manufacturers,” he said. “The new work wear is designed to be unique within the emergency services sector and will bolster the strong and recognisable identity CFA has within communities. “The work wear is tailored for both men and women, so our volunteers can feel comfortable wearing it while representing CFA.” Australian Defense Apparel (ADA) has began manufacturing the new CFA garments including shirts, trousers, shorts and jackets. Ferntree Gully CFA Captain Seamus Smith said the new work wear is designed for com-
munity interactions and training attendances. “It’s taken about four to five years to come to an agreeable design and a funding structure,” he said. “What is unfortunate is there is only is only 30,000 uniforms that are being provided – which is a huge increase on what was going to be provided – but it doesn’t cover everyone in the brigade.” Ferntree Gully CFA will be provided 25 sets of the new uniforms and will fundraise to purchase another 20 sets for the remaining members of the brigade. Funding was originally allocated for 9000 sets of new uniforms for CFA brigades around Victoria.
Ferntree Gully CFA has donated $686 to Foothills Community Care, with the money raised from members of the brigade. The money was donated by members of the CFA brigade to support the community group in hosting regular meals and a Christmas lunch it has organised. Foothills Community Care is a nonfor-profit organisation that provides meals, support and an opportunity to hang out on Wednesday Nights in Ferntree Gully and Monday nights in Upwey. Founder Steve Barrington and his team will be providing a Christmas Eve lunch for residents and those in need at St John the Baptist School in Ferntree Gully. “We are incredibly fortunate to be in a community like the Ferntree Gully,” Mrs Barrington said. “We are preparing for our 20th annual Christmas lunch where we have 250 to 300 people along in two different sittings and the CFA donation has made a huge difference for us.” Ferntree Gully CFA Captain Seamus Smith said Foothills Community Care has a huge task ahead of them cooking for so many members of the community and the CFA was happy to help with donations. “It’s a community organisation supporting other community organisations,” Mr Smith said. “We need to be supportive of other community groups to help people in the area.” The 20th annual Christmas lunch will be on Christmas eve and interested people can contact Foothills Community Care at contact@foothillscare.org.au.
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FFM continues efforts to prepare for bushfire season Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is continuing to prepare Greater Melbourne for the upcoming bushfire season, building on fuel management works conducted throughout the year to reduce the bushfire risk to communities and the environment. FFMVic has recruited additional seasonal firefighters, with approximately 227 fixed-term and permanent staff and 89 Incident Management team staff available and ready to respond to emergencies, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Fire lookout observers will be stationed at local fire towers with three firefighting aircraft located across the region complementing the state’s resources at Avalon, Essendon and Moorabbin airfields, which comprises of two large Air Tankers, one Chinook and one Ericson Aircrane. Firefighters have been busy throughout the year carrying out storm response and recovery works and attending pre-season briefings. This preparation builds on FFMVic’s bushfire risk management works throughout the year, which includes completing 3700-hectares of planned burning and mulching and slashing works and constructing 150km of strategic fuel breaks in the Upper Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. 8 MAIL
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FFM Vic crews conducting planned burning in preparation for the upcoming bushfire season. Picture: SUPPLIED FFMVic’s Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Tamara Beckett, said that even with the La Nina weather pattern causing wetter conditions than usual this summer, it was important to stay prepared in order to protect communities. “These works are critical to reduce the
speed and intensity of potential bushfires and will also assist firefighters as they work to contain bushfires before they spread and impact on people, property and the environment,” Ms Beckett said. “Due to the predicted cooler and wetter
conditions this summer, communities may see our staff conducting burns during months that have historically been too hot and dry to do so. “Planned burning is completely weather dependent, and it’s critical that we take every safe opportunity to burn while conditions are suitable, and it is safe to do so. “Fire preparedness is a shared responsibility – and that’s why we’re also working with the CFA and communities to help residents understand the actions they can take to reduce their own bushfire risk,” she said. All FFMVic crews are adhering to appropriate Covid restrictions and hygiene guidelines to ensure operations and training can safely continue across the state. FFMVic works closely with the Bureau of Meteorology to assess weather conditions – such as humidity, temperature and wind speed – and will only carry out burns when weather and forest conditions are suitable. FFMVic engages and consults with industry stakeholders and considers their interests in the planning and delivery of bushfire risk reduction activities. For more information on how FFMVic manages bushfire risk, visit ffm.vic.gov.au/ bushfire-management-facts mailcommunity.com.au
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Labor’s bid for Casey By Parker McKenzie With major party nominations complete and campaigns beginning in earnest, Labor candidate Bill Brindle is shaping up for a 2022 federal election with a different outlook from his first attempt at becoming the member for Casey. After challenging the popular and respected incumbent MP Tony Smith in 2019, Mr Brindle will face Liberal candidate and local businessman Aaron Violi in what is likely to be a closer contest. The small business owner – an engineer by trade - has flagged integrity as a key issue for the upcoming election. “Politicians need to be accountable and I don’t think that’s negotiable,” Mr Brindle said. “I’m really comfortable with the idea of a solid Independent Commission Against Corruption and frankly I’m fairly suspicious of anyone who isn’t.” The federal Labor party has vowed to establish a National Anti-Corruption Commission heading into the next federal election with a model similar to state-based watchdogs in Victoria and New South Wales. He also listed local infrastructure, mental health support, bushfire preparation, affordable housing, support for veterans and agedcare reform as important issues for the Casey community. Mr Brindle said representing the Casey community in federal parliament would be a challenge, but one that he’s eager to take on. “From a personal perspective I get tired of people promising things that aren’t deliverable,” he said. “I’ve had a long experience in business and if that taught me anything it was to talk straight, deliver what is promised and get the job done on time and budget.” While Mr Brindle lost to “the best Speaker of the House in my living memory” in the 2019 federal election by 9.28 per cent of the vote, he said he has the feeling the people of Casey are ready for different representation.
Labor candidate is running for the second time to be Member for Casey. Picture: SUPPLIED “I care about this country, I care about the rule of law and I care about democracy,” he said. “I think the values that built this country are still there, we just need to value them.” Mr Smith will retire from politics at the next federal election after 20 years as MP for Casey and he recently retired as Speaker of the House after six years in the position. Mr Brindle said if elected to succeed Mr Smith in parliament he will go to Canberra “to get the job done.” “I’ll go there to hunt and hopefully bring some spoils back to Casey,” he said. “The focus is on the community.” The 2022 federal election will be held on or before 21 May.
Fullagar to re-run for ward By Parker McKenzie After narrowly missing out in the 2020 Yarra Ranges Council elections, Andrew Fullagar will again run to be Streeton Ward Councillor in the February by-election. Mr Fullagar is well-known to people in Upwey through his involvement in the Upwey Community Group, Township Group and Men’s Shed. The Victorian Electoral Commission announced a February by-election for the Yarra Ranges Streeton Ward after Cathrine Burnett-Wake accepted a Liberal party vacancy in the eastern Victoria electorate of the Legislative Council. Mr Fullagar said his experience in the community and local business makes him qualified for the position. “We should be striving for much higher standards and I think we can do that if we have the right people making the right decisions,” he said. “If I can be around the table I can contribute to the conversation and represent the community’s thoughts in council.” Streeton Ward includes Upwey, Tremont, Ferny Creek, Sassafras and Mount Dandenong, as well as parts of Olinda, Upper Ferntree Gully, Kilsyth and Montrose. Ms Burnett-Wake won by 3.08 per cent of the vote in the 2020 Council elections, after the distribution of preferences gave her 5279 votes to Andrew Fullagar’s 4964. Mr Fullagar said he has learned from the last election in which he “he was winning for an hour.” “All the best to Cathrine Burnett-Wake, I think there are some people locally who are disappointed she is moving to the state Upper House,” he said. “What I learned is may the best person win and there are always good candidates running.”
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Yarra Ranges Council has established a Regional Community Recovery Committee for the Hills region and appointed 14 community members. Four Regional Community Recovery Committees (RCRC) were established to cover the Hills, Urban, Valley and Upper Yarra areas of the Yarra Ranges municipality. Each committee consists of community volunteers, a councillor delegate and a representative from Bendigo Community Bank with the aim of contributing towards the longterm recovery from the Covid-19 and the June storms. Yarra Ranges Council Mayor Jim Child said RCPC’s were vital in providing a conduit for community voices to be heard in the recovery planning. “A key role of each Committee is recovery planning, which includes two-way communication and engagement with the community,” he said. “The first-hand understanding and intelligence about each affected community that our RCRC members bring to the table is critical – both to support their communities and maximise the support available to the bushfire affected areas.” The representatives were selected by Yarra Ranges Council after a public expression of interest period and an assessment process. “That Council has set aside $800,000 to fund projects and initiatives that are recommended by the RCRCs indicates that Council is serious about recovery being community led.” Mayor Child said. The RCRC were established by Yarra Ranges Council in partnership with Local Community
Nominations for candidates open on Thursday 13 January and close on Tuesday 18 January 2022. Mr Fullagar said he decided to run for council late last time after being urged by friends and family, but he is more prepared this time around. “Climate change is a big thing for me as well, I believe council can work harder on environmental issues,” he said. “I’m keen for more youth groups to be engaged and for council to focus on affordable housing for members of the community.” All candidates will be advertised through the Yarra Ranges Council website and Star Mail newspapers once nominations close. Ballots will be distributed through post to every person on the voter roll between Tuesday 1 February and Thursday 3 February before voting closes on Friday 18 February 2022. Saturday 19 February has been prescribed as Election Day by the Electoral Commission, with Monday 28 February 2022 the latest date all results will be declared.
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Andrew Fullagar is running in the 2022 Streeton Ward by-election after narrowly missing out in 2020. Picture: ON FILE
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Traffic concerns in Mt Ev By Mikayla van Loon Mount Evelyn residents are tired of the unsafe conditions caused by a lack of parking at sport facilities and units on Hereford Road, making for a series of near misses and close calls. A small accident outside the futsal centre on Monday 13 December sparked a chain reaction of comments on social media about the dangers of driving along Hereford Road. Stan van Leeuwen, a resident on Rangeview Road, said in the 38 years he has lived in his house, the parking problem was never quite as bad as it is now. Although not entirely caused by the futsal centre, Mr van Leeuwen said because the sporting facility has such limited parking, players must park on the road, blocking the view of turning vehicles coming out of Rangeview and Bailey Roads. “When it was the tennis centre, we had nowhere near the issues. Occasionally they would have a weekend tournament and then you would have a problem,” he said. “Earlier on, the martial arts place used to own the property next door so that was all used for parking but they put units on there and that’s made it a lot more difficult.” Nathan Dezza only moved into his house on Bailey Road just over two years ago but in that time has become aware of the challenges of turning out of his street during peak times. “You just get built up traffic through there. I know there’s after school sports and things like that, but most people decide to just park on Hereford Road,” he said. “So you can’t see when you’re pulling out. Half the time you’re blindly pulling out of that road because there’s so much traffic and then there’s kids running across the road. It was an accident waiting to happen basically.” For Abbie Peacock, having young children herself, her major concern is the lack of pedestrian access along Hereford Road, to either cross the road or walk along the Bailey Road side. “There’s no safe crossing area, particularly for elderly and kids that need a bit more time to cross a road,” she said. “There’s a little pedestrian crossing [near Birmingham Road] but in my opinion, drivers would be focusing more on the cars than they would on kids or people crossing the road.” Mr Dezza and Mr van Leeuwen said during those peak parking times from 4pm onwards, a designated car park on the corner of Bailey and Hereford Roads would be completely empty. “People that are going to these after school sports, if they just went to the car park at the end of Bailey Road, it would stop a lot of the issues,” Mr Dezza said. While making one side of Hereford Road a no standing would be a possible solution, Mr van Leeuwen said there still isn’t enough parking to cater for those 15 parking spaces that would be removed. “That would be a solution but I have no idea where they park those cars because especially when there are adults playing, every person’s got a car and if you’ve got 40 or 50 people playing that’s a lot of cars,” he said. Mr van Leeuwen said he has contacted Yarra Ranges Council on multiple occasions
Stan van Leeuwen has lived on Rangeview Road for 38 years and is concerned for the safety of drivers along Hereford Road. to organise a meeting with council staff but because of Covid-19 those have been cancelled. “Hereford Road is managed by the Department of Transport, who we have spoken to previously addressing our concerns regarding safety on that particular road,” Director of Environment and Infrastructure Mark Varmalis said. “There have been occasions where motorists would park on the road reserve at the corner of Rangeview and Hereford Roads, so bollards were then installed in the area to define the footpath and car park area to deter motorists from parking on the nature strip.” The Department of Transport confirmed traffic monitoring had taken place on York Road, Monbulk Road and Swansea Road to gauge traffic conditions for a potential upgrade but nothing had been done about Hereford Road. “We are currently undertaking investigative works – including routine traffic monitoring to allow us to understand the environmental and social impact of the project, develop design options and confirm the project scope,” a Major Road Projects Victoria spokesperson said. Ms Peacock said she already takes different routes to avoid Hereford Road during peak times and can only imagine the traffic congestion when potential roadworks do happen. “It really relies on people giving way to peo-
Hereford Road has parking on both sides and has a 60km speed limit making it difficult for cars turning out of Bailey and Rangeview Roads. Pictures: MIKAYLA VAN LOON ple at times and trying to be courteous drivers. You shouldn’t have to rely on that at an intersection. It should be set up so that it is going to function safely,” she said. Neither Ms Peacock, Mr Dezza or Mr van Leeuwen have just one solution to fix the problem but said with a pedestrian crossing,
no standing zones, traffic lights, dedicated footpaths, tree trimming and perhaps speed limit changes, the issue could at least become lesser. “I don’t see an easy solution but it shouldn’t be allowed to keep going the way it is because a life will be lost I have no doubt.”
VicRoads in Mooroolbark shutting down next year By Mikayla van Loon Learner drivers from across the Yarra Valley and outer east will have to travel further to sit their licence test when the Mooroolbark testing centre closes in March next year. A new purpose built testing centre is set to open in Heatherdale Road, Ringwood in a few months replacing the offices in both Mooroolbark and Burwood East. “We’re creating a larger, purpose-built Testing and Inspection Centre in Ringwood, which will have more testing capacity than any existing centre in Melbourne’s east,” a Department of Transport spokesperson said. “We’ll continue to operate at the Moorool10 MAIL
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bark Licence Testing Centre until customers are able to access the new Ringwood facility next March.” The Department of Transport (DoT) estimates that the Ringwood Testing and Inspection Centre will create more testing capacity for the east and outer east than the current Mooroolbark and Burwood East sites combined. For residents based in the Yarra Valley, the closure means learner drivers will be required to go to either Ringwood or Pakenham to undertake driving lessons and sit their driving test. This closure of a VicRoads facility will be the fourth for the Yarra Ranges Shire in the last five years, after the Monbulk, Healesville
and Yarra Junction centres were shut down in 2016. Residents living in Healesville may have to travel up to 35km to Ringwood, while Monbulk residents could travel 29km to Ringwood or 33km to Pakenham and Warburton residents have the furthest trek with 47km to Ringwood or 54km to Pakenham. Mount Evelyn residents’ travel time will also double from 8km to 16km when travelling to Ringwood instead of Mooroolbark. The shift will also see a move to more online testing and technology based infrastructure at the new customer hub on Maroondah Highway in Ringwood with digital self-serve kiosks meant to make customer transactions quicker and simpler.
Both the Learners Permit Test and the Hazard Perception Test are available online meaning prospective drivers can complete those milestone tests from home. The Ringwood location was chosen because of the growth corridor it falls into and the public transport access it has but travelling from the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges could take over an hour on public transport. The Burwood East Customer Service Centre will remain open for registration and licensing services until mid-2022 before being transferred over to Ringwood. Booked appointments will continue to be delivered at Mooroolbark until the Ringwood site opens. Appointments for the new site will open later in December. mailcommunity.com.au
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New data reveals Facebook users think newspapers are essential for the community. 262998
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Print deemed essential More than half of people who do not read local newspapers believe they are essential to their communities, a national survey has found. Findings from the survey show that 64.5 per cent of respondents consider a printed copy of a local newspaper an essential service to their communities. Further, 48 per cent, or just under half, state that if they ever did read a local newspaper, they prefer to do so in print, compared with online (33 per cent) or via social media (13 per cent). The survey, conducted in July and August this year, sought the views of 400 Facebook users, who do not read a local newspaper, about the role of local news within their communities. The research targeted participants in areas that were being served by independent local newspapers within the Country Press Australia (CPA) network. The findings come as many local newspa-
pers have struggled to survive during the pandemic. Deakin University Associate Professor Kristy Hess, who is leading the research, said the Facebook survey supported findings from a previous national study of local newspaper readers, her team conducted last year, highlighting a passion for the printed product. “The fact that social media users examined here (in the latest survey) also indicate a preference for print is perhaps especially profound,“ she said. Cost and accessibility were the key reasons these Facebook users did not engage with a local newspaper in print or digital format, said Dr Hess. “Many participants highlighted that the absence of a home-delivery service or easy way to access the paper created an impediment to accessing the physical copy. They also indicat-
ed that they resisted paying for local news and would engage if it were free. “This resonates with findings from our first survey of newspaper readers – that is, the existence of a culture of ’free’ where people believe local news content should be readily available without cost to audiences.“ Bruce Morgan, Executive Director, for CPA, said the survey results were not surprising and reinforced the mood of many regional communities. “It is not just about the survival of local independent (newspaper) businesses, but that it is fundamental to community well-being, and to basic democratic notions of accountability within those communities,“ he said. “Issues around accessibility and cost are also not surprising and reflect swings in community expectation in recent generations. Most inde-
pendent publishers are adapting to that, having learned from the mistakes of the big corporate players who are now deserting the regions.“ Both surveys are part of a national threeyear Australian Research Council-funded project involving researchers from Deakin and RMIT universities, with support from Country Press Australia, the peak media body for independent news organisations. The project is about to enter its third year. Associate Professor Hess said the voices and perspectives of everyday people were often missing in policy discussion about the future of local media. Almost 30 per cent of Australia’s population, close to 8 million people, live outside major cities in rural and regional areas, and are lesswell serviced than their urban counterparts. A copy of the survey report can be found here: www.localnewsinnovation.org
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Township tidy-ups underway Silhouette Grooming and Pet Supplies won second place with their Australian Christmas theme.
Evolutions Wholefoods finished 3rd with their gingerbread house.
Upwey shines for second Light Up By Parker McKenzie Anyone taking a walk through Upwey Main Street over the weekend would have seen the festive spirit come to life in the second annual Light Up Upwey event. Local traders were encouraged to decorate their shop fronts with creativity to help make the community more aware of the village. Andrew Peterson from Upwey Community Group said the event was organised this year with the help of Yarra Ranges Council and Bendigo Community Bank. “Under the auspices of the Upwey Community Group the event was able to reach new heights,” Mr Peterson said. “Light Up Upwey 2021 was a huge success with extra involvement from landmarks such as the CFA and the RSL.” The event was started in 2020 by local couple Hilary and Justin Harrison when they thought the town needed a fun and cheerful event after a difficult year of Covid-19 lockdowns and restrictions. The couple invited all Upwey Main Street traders to join the project by lighting up and dressing up their shop front in any way they choose. Prizes were handed out to the best decorated shops, with Ward and Wylie Florist winning first place with a winter wonderland theme. The prizes consisted of a hamper with $150 worth of goods, a small monetary prize, vouchers and trophies. “It demonstrated what a great town we all have here in Upwey to be able to come together through such testing times, so imagine
Yarra Ranges Council infrastructure teams are conducting additional township tidy-ups across the region to get villages, towns and urban centres in shape for a busy summer. Council said the extra clean ups are in direct response to feedback from business and community as to what council should prioritise to support re-opening and outdoor activation. Some of the maintenance and clean-up activities will include deep cleaning of footpaths and pathways, weed removal, re-graveling or asphalting bare dirt areas, street furniture tidy-ups or replacements, painting and staining of council furniture, and freshening up of garden beds including mulching and fresh planting as needed. Council said with Christmas fast approaching, the refreshed streets will be just in time to complement the Yarra Ranges Christmas Window competition. “While our crews work year-round to keep our townships maintained, we’ve been able to complement our regular work and increase their frequency with additional resources funded by the COVIDSafe Outdoor Activation Fund provided by the state government,” Council said. “Outdoor Activation will play an important role in re-opening our communities to residents and visitors alike. To support our businesses to continue to trade in COVIDsafe ways, additional seating such as the Community Parklets have been installed, and existing footpath trading fees have been waived for the coming year.” Council officers have been out in the community talking to residents and businesses, getting their feedback and suggestions as to what further initiatives council can support under the outdoor activation scheme. “We look forward to announcing upcoming activations to bring vibrancy and excitement to our townships and to encourage locals and visitors to support local this festive season.” Council said.
Café Have Ya Bean won the community favourite award with a recreation of the movie Frozen. Pictures: SUPPLIED how great it will be again in 2022.” Mr Peterson said. Silhouette Grooming and Pet Supplies won second place with their Australian Christmas,
Evolutions Wholefoods finished 3rd with their gingerbread house and Cafe Have Ya Bean won the community favourite award with a recreation of the movie Frozen.
Yarra Ranges Council has launched a township tidy-up initiative. Picture: ON FILE
Belgrave Park Playspace undergoes major upgrades By Parker McKenzie The Belgrave Lake Park Playspace has received a $1.2 million face lift with the renewal project officially being completed on Thursday 16 December. The project was funded by Yarra Ranges Council and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning’s Growing Suburbs Fund. Yarra Ranges Council Deputy Mayor Cr Johanna Skelton said the timing of the opening was fantastic with the school year coming to a close. “This renewal gives our community so many more reasons to visit Belgrave Lake Park,” she said. “The refurbished rotunda, off-leash dog area and flat area of the park will be great spaces for everyone to meet, while the platypus theme of the park is a wonderful reminder of the local wildlife who rely on the waterways and surrounds to survive.” mailcommunity.com.au
The main playground equipment has been upgraded and also now includes a drink fountain and picnic shelter. Cr Skelton thanked the state government for supporting the project as part of their Growing Suburbs Fund. “The inclusion of Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung language and culture also ensures that kids and adults alike gain an understanding that we are all custodians of this land now,” she said. “You could see at the opening just how excited the kids are for it, so much so that they were clamoring to cut the ribbon!” Several other upgrades to the area were also completed including the relocation of a fitness equipment hub, barbeque equipment and additions to the car park.
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Mayor’s message -----“As we near the end of another challenging year, it’s important to take a moment to reflect and be grateful. “At this time of year, we’re reminded of what’s most important; our loved ones and friends, and of course feeling connected to our local community. “There are so many opportunities to get out and about over the festive season and summer,
so make the most of it and enjoy all that our wonderful shire has to offer. “And if you haven’t finished your Christmas shopping, be sure to shop locally and support businesses that have done it tough this year. It’s more important than ever, so check out our Buy Local business directory to find what you’re after or to give a shout out to your favourite local business. “On behalf of my fellow councillors and the team at Cardinia Shire Council, I wish you all a happy and safe festive season.
“I hope you find time to rest and recharge, to spend quality time with those you care about and to reflect on all you have to be grateful for. “Take care of yourselves, and we look forward to a great 2022 in Cardinia Shire.” Cr Jeff Springfield Cardinia Shire Mayor
Christmas in Cardinia
What’s On Cardinia Festival
Deep Creek Reserve wins award
Cardinia Cultural Centre has been transformed into an immersive and interactive Christmas wonderland featuring digital artworks, live music and workshops.
Enjoy a month-long celebration as Cardinia Shire comes alive with creativity, pop-up events and attractions as part of our first What’s On Cardinia Festival in February. The festival will highlight a range of creatives including artists, musicians, and photographers who will showcase their talents at local venues such as cafes and restaurants, retail outlets, outdoor venues and tourism attractions.
Deep Creek Reserve has won the Premier’s Sustainability Award 2021 in the category of Industry Leader – Sustainable Places.
Christmas in Cardinia continues until Friday 24 December and highlights include: • Tranquil: immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit as the main gallery comes to life with real-time Christmas-themed projections. • Warp: a fun, house of mirrors styled interactive installation for children to experience a warped and stylised reflection of themselves. • Pulse: watch as our audio-reactive projections create artistic visuals. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/christmas
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Plan your Christmas light hunt and see some of the incredible displays people have made in the area. Pictures: MIKAYLA VAN LOON
Ravenswood Court Montrose has four to five houses decorated with small light displays.
Walk up on the lawn at 464 Sheffield Road, Montrose to see some of the display up close.
Finding Christmas lights It’s December and that means it is time to go Christmas light hunting, so Star Mail has put together a list of where you can see light displays near you. MONTROSE 464 Sheffield Road, Montrose has confirmed their light display for this year. It is a large display with moving features, a Nativity scene, inflatables, a snow machine and projections that supports the CFA. Lights are on from 8pm to 11pm each night from 1 December to 25 December. Ravenswood Court, Montrose has also confirmed a medium sized Christmas light display for this year. Four houses will be decorated from 4 December to 27 December and lights will be on from 8pm to 12am. In nearby Hansford Close, Kilsyth house number eight will have an incredible light display featuring roof decorations, a window display and lasers/ projections. Lights will be turned on at 7pm and go off at 12am. See the display all through December and into early January. MOUNT EVELYN Some displays in Mount Evelyn have not been confirmed for this year but it is worth a drive knowing the standard from last year. Hordern Road, Mount Evelyn usually sees seven houses take part in a massive display with moving features, an interactive display, a snow machine and much more. Grantully Street, Mount Evelyn also had a medium light
display last year. 92 York Road, Mount Evelyn has Christmas lights every year and this year is no different. MT DANDENONG A huge display - named Benhaylem Hollow - will be lighting up Mt Dandenong across Christmas at 7 Ornata Road. Tucked away in the middle of the forest, all the lights and moving features will be viewable from the road. Another light display will be held nearby at 70 Falls Road, featuring lights, an interactive display and a decorated roof. FERNTREE GULLY Kelvin Drive will see two huge Christmas light displays within walking distance of each other. At 31 Kelvin Drive there will be music, inflatables, projections and moving features with the front yard done up like Santa home on the North Pole with three snow machines and plenty of lights. Just down the road another house has kept a 40 year decorating tradition continuing with snow machines and stockings full of Covidsafe lollies being handed out to children. MONBULK Six large Christmas inflatables will be on display at 22 Moxhams Road throughout the holiday period along with a Norfolk pine decorated with light up lanterns. Just down the road in The Patch there will be a medium sized display on 47 View Road with moving features, a decorated roof and projections.
Hansford Close, Kilsyth has a very bright and colourful light display that is still in the making, so check back in to see how they are progressing.
These little Santa’s can be found among the lights at Sheffield Road.
The Australian theme was a nice touch at this Ravenswood Court house.
Crafty Xmas with wrapping Be careful with holiday leftovers around your pets Christmas shopping is all wrapped up for another year, the tree is up, all that is left to do is wrap the presents. But wrapping doesn’t have to mean buying the most expensive wrapping paper you can, or the cheapest, and in these days when we are all looking to save money and the environment, wrapping presents creatively might just be the way to go. Wrapping a kitchen-themed gift - for the cook in family could be as easy as buying a nice new tea towel and ribbon or even an apron. A cook book from their favourite chef wrapped in a tea towel or apron - tied up with ribbon gives you two gifts in one. A piece of gingham from the craft shop is also an alternative to wrapping paper - particularly for the crafty member of the family who could repurpose it as a tablecloth. For the music lover in the house, why not try photocopying or buying old sheet music photocopying allows for the music to be used again and again and to be blown up if needed. This could be the perfect wrapping paper for a CD, music gift card or DVD. Carol music could also be used - trimmed with ribbons or bells. For the fashion lover, a shirt and brooch from the local op-shop could be repurposed mailcommunity.com.au
to wrap and decorate a more expensive gift of clothing, fashion books, perfume or make-up. And with colouring in books all the rage, why use completed pages to wrap smaller item. Pretty pillow slips and old pieces of left over lace or buttons could also make suitable wrapping paper alternatives as could cheap calico bags - decorated anyway you like and then reused for the shopping after Christmas. Brown paper is another alternative - those with young children could make good oldfashion potato stamps (cutting out a star or a Christmas tree from a potato) and have a day of letting the children stamp their own wrapping paper for teachers or friends. Henna stamps and other more professional stamps can also be picked up from craft stores. Old maps from a favourite holiday, that are cluttering up drawers would also make unusual wrapping paper, particularly for those members of the family that love to travel. Decorations for your nicely wrapped presents could be anything from shells and raffia, to bells, buttons, ribbons, pine cones and foliage. Making store-bought gifts look beautiful and original under the tree doesn’t have to cost the earth.
With a shortage of vets nationally and emergency veterinary hospitals already at capacity, vets are urging the public not to allow their pets to consume any human Christmas foods, as even small amounts can be toxic and potentially fatal. The Animal Emergency Centre say that each year over Christmas they see a surge in emergency cases due to the ingestion of foods dogs cannot eat. Last year AEC recorded a 20% increase in toxicity cases which required emesis over the festive period and anticipate that number will rise significantly this year with the continuing rise in pet ownership. Dr Adam Sternberg, Regional Clinical Director at Greencross Vets, says pet parents love to spoil their pets at Christmas and assume feeding them some of their festive foods is okay, however this is not the case. “Certain ingredients that are seemingly healthy and completely safe for humans to consume, such as onion, garlic, chocolate
and Christmas pudding amongst others, are so toxic to dogs that they can become very unwell and in severe cases, can be fatal,” he said. “Each year the emergency vets in our network see an influx of pets in hospitals that have consumed some of their wellmeaning pet parent’s foods. If you have a much-loved pet that you want to show your love to this Christmas, please think twice before you share your food with them and explore the many options of festive treats that are designed specifically for pets.” If a pet eats something they shouldn’t, contact your nearest vet for advice. The Animal Emergency Centre and Animal Referral Hospital are also open 24/7 for emergencies including public holidays. If you have a concern over the festive period you can also speak with a qualified veterinarian at home 24/7 via WebVet. They can give you advice and also help refer you to a clinic or hospital if required. Tuesday, 21 December, 2021
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What is something people don’t know about you? I have an irrational fear of velvet. After spending my lifetime in the theatre (usually with Velvet curtains), I made a interesting career choice! How long have you been involved with Burrinja Cultural Centre? I first worked with Burrinja in 2014, where the former director and myself dreamt up the ‘hillsceneLIVE festival’ which continues to this day. After that I moved around to a few other roles, including Yarra Ranges Council and then a few years running an organisation in Mildura and returned to take up the creative director/chief executive officer role at Burrinja is September last year. What a time to take up a new job! What do you enjoy most about art? I think art is one of the most powerful ways that we can come together. To speculate on our future, to be inspired by new ideas, to create a colourful, critical and compassionate community. For these reasons and so many more I love art. What has been one of your most memorable moments at Burrinja? Earlier this year we struck up a partnership with local social enterprise Tasty AZ, who work with people with a disability in hospitality training
Burrinja Cultural Centre Creative Director and CEO Gareth Hart. Picture: SUPPLIED and career pathways. When they announced to their clients that they were going to be taking over the cafe operation at Burrinja, we had around 15 young people all blown away by the opportunity: including tears of joy, claims of “this is better than Christmas” and a general level of excitement that was truly infectious. That is what I love about Burrinja the most: the powerful ways in which community and art come together through the organisation.
What do you love most about the Upwey? Upwey is a very connected, supported and together community. There’s community, art, business, people, and support around every corner you look. I feel that throughout the whole hills region – it’s a very special place to be connected to. What event, past, present, or future, would you like to witness? I look forward to a future event where we take to streets and celebrate the human resilience that reverses the impacts of the climate crisis. Can you image how huge that party would be?! Who do you admire the most? Anybody who takes bold, brave risks, but also does so with humility and humbleness. What are some of your hobbies? I am very fortunate that my creative practice, my work and my hobbies all come together daily: so my hobbies are art. What are your favourite book and/or film? Perhaps not my favourite book of all time, however I did just finish reading N.K. Jemisin’s The Broken Earth series – a trilogy of speculative science fantasy books that track apocalyptic ecological disasters. It was a very good series!
THREE … easy Christmas snacks
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Strawberry Santa hat marshmallows. Hull strawberries and cut tops off. Place one strawberry, cut side down, on top of each marshmallow. Top with a small ball of frosting for the Santa hat.
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Reindeer cookies. Using melted chocolate, glue pretzels to a plain cookie to act as the antlers. Use M&Ms as eyes and red nose.
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Mini plum puddings. Roll pudding mixture into balls. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over top. Cut up red and green lolly snakes to add as garnish.
OPINION
Mayor’s Christmas message This year has been one of the most challenging years I can remember for our community. Between lockdowns and storms we may have faced it all in 2021, but I am so proud of the way that everyone has soldiered on and helped each other heal through the multiple hurdles thrown our way. Our community has shown great resilience through these troubled times, but of course we are always here to help in any way we can for those in need. Please reach out to us by calling 1300 368 333 if you need assistance of any kind and we can help point you in the right direction. In getting back to business as usual, I encourage our residents to have a Yarra Ranges Christmas this year and get behind our Buy, Employ, Enjoy local campaign. As we all know for the best part of two years, our local businesses have done it tough, so where possible please consider buying local this holiday period. We are so lucky to live in a region that is renowned for its incredible produce that can help set the scene for a beautiful Christmas lunch or dinner. We also have wonderful local businesses who produce locally made gifts to fulfill your last-minute Christmas shopping needs. If you’re not sure where to start, can I suggest visiting the Buy Local directory on our website, which has more than 400 local businesses listed to help you find whatever it is you’re looking for. I also understand that Christmas isn’t always a happy time for some members of our com-
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munity, due to the financial and social challenges it can sometime pose. We have some amazing volunteer organisations in the Yarra Ranges that can support people during these times, so please visit the community relief and support agencies section of our website for a list of local services you can reach out to if you would like to make a donation. Tourism plays a major part in boosting our local economy, and as we’re now able to travel into and out of the Yarra Ranges without restriction, we will all need to adjust to seeing our roads and towns being busier than what we may have seen over the past 18 months. We live in one of the best places you could possibly live, so naturally there will be a number of people from other areas of Melbourne and beyond who will begin visiting us and enjoying everything the Yarra Ranges has to offer. If you are planning on travelling over the holiday period, please take care on the roads and stay safe.I wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year. I can’t wait to see what 2022 brings.
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A name above all names Christmas Day is just four days away when most of us will try to enjoy something that we have been looking forward to for a long time. We have suffered greatly this year with our world record lockdowns, so we will be more eager to burst out and let our combined hairs down and ‘party’. However some might be past it. Others of course will be grieving family losses from the year past, or dealing with debilitating illnesses. (If you are reading this and know someone dealing with these things, see what you can do to help carry their burden). However most children will still be untainted by adult troubles and will be going to bed in three sleeps time, exited and eager to wake the next morning to see what Santa has brought. Yes Christmas did start a long time ago, two thousand years even, give or take a year or so, when ‘Julian’ and ‘Gregory’ fiddled with the calendar. Or at least that was when God came to earth in the form of a baby. That sounds like it belongs to a mythical saga before the mists of time, but in fact it is linked solidly with our current history, and evidence of that time is in many places in the world. In fact our legal and governmental systems are a direct lift from the Judeo/Christian
Focal Point Graeme Dawson system that Jesus was born into. Have you ever tried to make the link between with the Jesus of Christmas and the Roman built roads and bridges in Britain, and the ancient buildings of Greece that you might have taken photos of? No, the Christmas story did not float in out of the ‘long ago ether’. Jesus as the baby, and eventually the man, are rooted solidly in history. In fact in the Old Testament part of our bibles, (the actual Jewish history and laws,) include the prophecies of Isaiah. He predicted the birth and death of Jesus, with amazing details, 742 years before Jesus was born. He even wrote a message for Jesus to read out in the temple when he /Jesus was a 30 yr. old Rabbi – and he did – it was written in the first person. I understand all this to mean that this Jesus
was no ordinary baby. He was the Son of God sent to earth to redeem a fallen people, so that their relationship with him could be restored. Before he left earth to go back to the heavenlies, he promised that he would be the advocate for all those who call on God. Surely our world needs that now: desperately - secure relationships and belonging? Aren’t we a people searching for love? Don’t we want stability in our lives? He hears our cries and carries us through the deep waters of our lives, and can, at times, be an anchor in our raging torrents. I can promise that he will meet you at the crossroads of your crises, big or small. I know, as he has met me there many times.
See if you can locate the real Jesus of Christmas who transcends time but lives in it – our time. You may have done some carol singing to date, but start to think of the baby: grown up. This is God’s Grace joining our faith. If you would like to get some of this unpacked, contact me as below. I wish you all a safe and Happy Christmas, and a good break – ‘God knows’ we all deserve that. Many Blessings For contact, use my email first - csrsmokey@ gmail.com Graeme Dawson Chaplain to Community
Reflecting on a year of reading with the top five books A friend recently asked how many books I read per year. It’s hard to explain, as sometimes I’m lucky to read one or two books in a week, while at other times I can be too busy to read anything at all. One thing is clear: Thanks to this “Passion for Prose” column, I’ve been reading more Australian books than ever before. It’s great to have this tiny spot to share my love for everything about reading and writing. Having studied journalism in the 1990s, writing for our community via a distinguished local newspaper means a lot to me. Particularly because I’ve been living in and working for this community for more than two decades. Having an excellent local library makes a huge difference as well. Throughout the years, I have suggested many books for purchase and borrowed even more fiction and non-fiction titles from Eastern Regional Libraries. Belgrave Library feels like a second home to me. So, reflecting on a year of reviewing Australian books and literary events, I want to thank all our readers across the Yarra Valley
PASSION FOR PROSE WITH CHRISTINE SUN and Dandenong Ranges. Anyone finds joy discovering a new book or author as a result of my recommendation – you’ll be making my day. Below are my Top Five Books, out of the 31 Australian titles I’ve reviewed since February 23, 2021. These were published within the past five years: 1. The Rich Man’s House by Andrew McGahan (Allen and Unwin, September 2019) – A 600-page monster that’s absolutely unputdownable, featuring a fictional yet unearthly mountain towering over the
freezing Antarctic waters south of Tasmania. The only man who’s ever conquered it now feels – and fears – the ferocious, omnipresent and forever-patient forces of Mother Nature, which can be ultimately and overwhelmingly terrifying.. 2. The Arsonist: A Mind on Fire by Chloe Hooper (Penguin Australia, October 2018) – A powerful account of the fires on the outskirts of Churchill in Central Gippsland on February 7, 2009, which killed 11 people and torched 82,000 acres of land. It focuses on the hunt, arrest, trial and conviction of the mentally disturbed man who lit two fires and then sat on the roof of his house to watch the inferno. 3. The Beijing Bureau: 25 Australian Correspondents Reporting China’s Rise edited by Trevor Watson and Melissa Roberts (Hardie Grant Publishing, April 2021) – An essential and entertaining read for all who care about Australia-China relations, detailing the history of Australian journalism in China. It raises our awareness of that country, the lives of its people, its government and culture, and what its ambition
means to Australia and the world. 4. Roots: Home is Who We Are: Voices from the SBS Emerging Writers’ Competition (Hardie Grant Publishing, July 2021) – A collection of 30 short memoirs about growing up in diverse Australia, selected from more than 2,000 entries from across the country. It’s a snapshot of contemporary Australia, with authors from all walks of life defying how others define them while seeking an honest way to define themselves. 5. Soon by Lois Murphy (Transit Lounge, October 2017) – Winner of the 2017 Aurealis Award for Best Horror Novel, suitable for those enjoying classic Australian tales such as Picnic at the Hanging Rock and Wolf Creek. Inspired by the demise of Wittenoom in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, the story illustrates the slow death of a remote tiny town as a result of a mysterious, malicious mist. Once again, thank you all for reading my column. I’ll return in January 2022 to review and recommend more Australian books and literary events for you.
He’s making a list, he’s checking it twice: the best films Last year, I commented on the proliferation of B-movies: with cinemas closed, low-to-medium-budget genre movies released on streaming services received more attention than usual. In 2021, as the world slowly returned to normality but still with varying degrees of lockdown or restrictions, we saw a boom in films with small productions and few or single locations, which are easier for upholding Covidsafe practices. Old takes place almost entirely on a secluded beach. Till Death, Werewolves Within and Willy’s Wonderland take place mostly inside a holiday house, rustic hotel and abandoned restaurant, respectively. Blood Red Sky takes place mostly inside a passenger jet. Ascendant (last week’s honourably dishonourable mention) is set inside an elevator turned remote torture-box. Voyagers and Stowaway are both set on spaceships. The Guilty plays out in a single room in a police station, and Oxygen is set entirely within a failing cryostasis pod. But limitations often drive creativity, and these limitations yielded amazing drama, pathos and thrills. This was also a good year for dark comedy, female-led action and great open-ended conclusions. Here are my picks for the ten best films of 2021. 10. Gunpowder Milkshake. An endearing but mailcommunity.com.au
hard-hitting action thriller about family, loyalty and compassion, Gunpowder Milkshake is suffused with noir style and makes excellent use of its prestigious ensemble cast. 9. Old. An extremely tense, harrowing horror film, this is M. Night Shyamalan’s best film in a long time. Shyamalan conjures mounting dread, tenderness and a fascinating mystery from a tiny beach setting, and the performances are (mostly) outstanding. 8. Boss Level. A great example of pathos and rich character development woven into an offbeat action movie and building strong, pressing stakes without taking things too seriously. 7. Kate. A riproaring John Wick-style action movie about a ticked-off woman on a ven-
detta with nothing to lose, but who through an unlikely friendship finds something beyond vengeance to fight for in her last hours. Kate further affirms star Mary Elizabeth Winstead’s action chops, and made me realise that if they ever recast Ellen Ripley for a new Aliens movie, it should be Winstead. 6. Oxygen. Featuring a career-best performance from Melanie Laurent, Oxygen is an excruciatingly tense and stunningly clever film about a woman fighting to stay alive and sane and uncover the truth of her existence in a tiny prison. 5. Lapsis. A sterling case of socially-conscious indie sci-fi. Lapsis hits close to home with its authentic vision of the near future, confronting the gig economy, MLMs and exploitative corporations through the touching prism of a scrappy labourer struggling to care for his sick brother. 4. Synchronic. One of the best time travel movies in years. A pure sense of exploration and discovery, along with the main character’s mission to rescue a girl stranded in the past, are rock-solid motivators. Synchronic’s time travel is both ethereal and macabre, playing out through sombre snippets of American history. Like Boss Level, Synchronic also ends on a perfect ambiguous note. 3. Stowaway. A remarkably tight, efficient sci-fi
drama. Stowaway is quiet and low-key, but has probably the best sustained, escalating suspense of the year, as a crisis on a Mars mission worsens and the well-sketched characters face dire choices. Also, let me reiterate that the beautiful conclusion made me cry. 2. Dune. An enthralling sci-fi epic offering a fascinating, perilous journey through a beautiful, richly-detailed universe. Denis Villeneuve’s dream project is a blockbuster every bit worth the long wait, and comparable to The Lord of the Rings in its grand scope, character depth, respect for the source novel and astounding effects. 1. Nitram. Justin Kurzel helms a riveting character study based on the events leading up to the 1996 Port Arthur massacre. Kurzel and Oscar-worthy star Caleb Landry Jones approach this tragedy with tact, stark honesty and not a trace of sensationalism, building a grim, cohesive portrait of immaturity, violence, loss, obsession and macabre inspiration. Nitram will stick with you for a long time. Like all of us, cinema did the best it could with a long series of setbacks, and I’m very optimistic for cinema and life in 2022, as the world reopens further and productions widen again. - Seth Lukas Hynes Tuesday, 21 December, 2021
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WHAT REALLY MATTERS? A CRACKING VIEW? BUILT by the current owner to take advantage of the birds-eye views to Phillip Island and Cardinia Reservoir this property warrants your attention if that’s what you’re searching for, let’s face it you’ll never get tired of looking at it. The 8.8 hectares includes several sheds and outbuildings, fenced paddocks, dam, and the fern gully boasting a spring, beautiful varieties of gums and ferns, you can wander around for ages exploring here. The gardens showcase some old-growth
natives that attract beautiful birds, a pair of King Parrots have been visiting the owner since he built here. You will see many different varieties of flora and fauna whilst sitting on your back verandah enjoying a cleansing ale. The brick dwelling has been positioned perfectly to be able to wake up to the view, sit alongside an open fire and enjoy the view, make a cuppa, and look over the paddocks. It comprises of 3 large bedrooms,
main with walk-in robe and ensuite effect bathroom, a spacious living/dining area, timber kitchen with handmade retro tiles, a study/home office, laundry, formal entry, and front porch. You may want to update the residence to suits your needs, but one thing you will not or cannot change is that breathtaking view. The setting is rural, yet you are only around 15 minutes to Pakenham, Emerald, or Cockatoo, a variety of schools and shops, sporting clubs, and amenities. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 73 Matters Road, PAKENHAM UPPER Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 4 garage Price: $1,450,000 - $1,500,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mick Dolphin, 0429 684 522 and Emily Hudson, 0418 570 474, RANGES FIRST NATIONAL, 9754 6111
BEAUTIFUL SETTING, UPDATED AND LIGHT JUST minutes to Emerald Township this contemporary split level timber home is certainly one to admire. Featuring 3 bedrooms all fitted robes, the main with walk-in robe and full ensuite, spacious open living areas, the dining adjoining the trendy white kitchen with dishwasher and SS stove with 5 burners, the lounge with wood fire and a split system. Stylish terrazzo tiles are a stunning feature in the bathroom also, a custom vanity, bath/ shower combined and WC. Also, a separate laundry. You will look forward to owning your own property on ¼ acre, enjoy the lifestyle that offers, relax on the expansive deck, keep an eye on the fenced backyard, room for a trampoline, a chicken coop or veggie patch. In the distance you can see Puffing Billy chugging past, a favourite walk of locals is along the rail trail that joins Wrights Forest and Emerald Lake Park where you can stop for a picnic. You will find everything you need in Emerald, junior, and senior schools, sporting facilities, cafes, restaurants, community hub, library and much more. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 6 Symons Road, AVONSLEIGH Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Price: $730,000 - $803,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mick Dolphin, 0429 684 522 and Emily Hudson, 0418 570 474, RANGES FIRST NATIONAL, 9754 6111 20 MAIL
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$1,100,000-$1,210,000 5A 2B 4C
This charming character-filled home is set on a 1,600 sqm. corner block. The home features stunning leadlight double-hung windows, detailed cornices, timber floorboards throughout, large country style kitchen, wood fire, split system, en-suite with spa bath, undercover entertaining area with heated spa, red brick paths, vegetable patch, cubby house, established gardens, a huge rear garage with access off Osborne Ave & the second large garage off The Crescent with ample room for boats caravans & storage.
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$750,000-$825,000 4A 2B 2C
A home that offers the complete package for those looking for a comfortable residence and a great ‘tree change’ lifestyle. Featuring a family, dining and separate lounge room, a meals area adjoining the kitchen, evaporative cooling, ducted heating, two decks, established gardens with raised garden bed, also a large established fox proof chicken coop. Plenty of room for cars, a boat, caravan or trailer, the yard is fenced, and you also have a double concrete floored and powered garage with a work bench and vice.
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$1,495,000-$1,625,000 4A 2B 9C
A traditional ‘Harkaway Homestead’ style home sits proudly on the hilltop overlooking good pasture land and grazing cattle. Features include a long sweeping driveway, wrap-around verandahs, 3 living rooms, a brick open fireplace and a massive triple roller door garage/barn/workshop with a high lift centre. Outside is a wonderland gardeners paradise with beautiful blooms of colour and lots of LEvEL open lawns and an enormous spring-fed dam with virtually an endless supply of water & fenced paddocks-5 with water.
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Fabulous home set on a ¼ acre in a quiet no through road & opposite the lovely Bellbird reserve. Inside you will discover 2 separate living areas, master with a generous WIR & ensuite, BIR’s in the remaining bedrooms, study nook, gas heating, reverse cycle A/C, floorboards, paved courtyard, under house storage plus an open garage. Fully fenced back yard which is bathed in sunshine, perfect for the fruit trees and veggie garden. This fantastic location is private, quiet, and yet an easy walk into Belgrave Central.
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$1,500,000 - $1,600,000
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Set on 10 acres this outstanding family home captures amazing views from the massive open plan kitchen, living & dining areas, outdoor entertaining area & gorgeous inground pool. There are 4 good sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & 2nd living area. The home has a carport for car accommodation plus a huge 8 car+ high bay shed with power, plus water tanks, chicken coop and vegetable patches.
This great family home on 1/4 acre features open plan kitchen, living & dining, 2nd living area 3 bedrooms, master with provisions for an ensuite & robe that can be designed to suit your taste & budget. There is a great front verandah, separate bungalow with powder room & double carport plus garden shed.
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Declan Palmer 0427 062 148
Contact: Bethany Day 0438 844 968, Aaron Day 0407 365 994
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22 Belgrave Gembrook Road Cockatoo
$775,000 - $850,000
$675,000 - $730,000
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Set on almost ¾ of an acre in a quiet court location is this 4 bedroom mudbrick/brick home featuring wide front verandah, polished timber floors, wood heating, vaulted ceilings, L shaped lounge & dining area plus open kitchen with stainless steel appliances & spacious pantry. The driveway is flat & encircles the home, providing easy access for boats, caravans, & trailers & there is also a double carport & double garage.
Situated on 1/3 acre corner allotment, this great brick veneer home close to shops, schools, and public transport with possible subdivisional potential (STCA) presents an excellent investment opportunity. Featuring open plan living and dining, plus kitchen with breakfast bar, and 3 good sized bedrooms, this one is too good to miss!
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Declan Palmer 0427 062 148
Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Brennan Mileto 0422 996 451
27 Balmoral Way Pakenham
1530 Pakenham Road Cockatoo
$650,000 - $690,000
$850,000 - $930,000
Balmoral Beauty!
7 Sun Drenched Private Acres with Classic Original Cottage!
Well maintained home on a large 665 sqm allotment close to schools, parks & public transport, features 4 bedrooms, master with walk in robe and ensuite, open plan kitchen, living & dining with access to outdoor entertaining area, plus 2nd living area. There is a double lock up garage & large rear yard with pet enclosure/storage area, plus a garden shed.
Just listed for sale for the first time is this 7 acres of lush, undulating land – 4 clear, flat acres fenced into 4 paddocks & approximately 3 bush acres with tracks & trails ideal for mountain biking & moonlight walls. An added bonus is the original 2 bedroom cottage, which features front verandah, kitchen area, lounge room with fireplace, plus 2 bedrooms and bathroom/laundry.
Contact: Bethany Day 0438 844 968,
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, Declan Palmer 0427 062 148
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9 Huon Pine Court, UPPER FERNTREE GULLY ENVIABLE COMFORT IN EXCEPTIONAL LOCALE
$830,000 - $895,000 3A 2B 1C
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224 Emerald- Monbulk Road, MONBULK ELEVATED BLOCK OVER 2400M2
Enveloped in a family-friendly neighbourhood with fabulous hillside views near Kings Park, Upper Ferntree Gully Station, Ferntree Plaza, and world-class 1000 Steps parkland, this property offers new owners an outstanding lifestyle. From this no-through road location and lovely, level 551sqm (approx.) garden, this home invites residents to live in comfort and style. The interior is rich with natural light from floor to ceiling windows and the flowing single-level floorplan suits family living at any age or stage of life.
This is your opportunity to purchase a large elevated block of 2475 m2 (approx) in a fantastic spot located perfectly close to town. The land has a large cleared section which would be perfect to build your dream home and also had plans and permits for a 2 bedroom shed home they have now expired but shows the potential to build your new hills lifestyle dream ( stca) Call today to inspect.
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$1,800,000 - $1,980,000
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$1,400,000 - $1,540,000
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87.7 Stunning Acres to build a dream! Sensational opportunity to purchase a very special 87.7acre approx (35.4Ha) parcel of land only a 10 minutes’ drive to Emerald Township! These types of properties are few and far between. Set in a commanding position with breath-taking views of the Warburton Ranges, This allotment certainly offers unlimited potential for the astute purchaser and a lifestyle to be envied.
Worth its weight in gold, this wonderful family home provides optimal comfort and outstanding potential. With rare and revered permit to subdivide, this is a long-term investment strategy with promise to pay dividends in years to come. Situated in a quiet nothrough-road only 650m from thriving Upwey township and train station, this large property is in prime position. Sweeping hillside views, splendid gardens, and spectacular outdoor entertaining areas ensure this Hills home immerses itself in the local lifestyle.
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Notice is hereby given that Cardinia Shire Council (the Council) intends to consider a resolution at its 21 March, 2022 meeting, (or subsequent Council meeting if necessary), to declare a special charge to partially fund the construction of Baker Street, Station Road, Garden Street and Glen Road, Cockatoo. The works will include a sealed road pavement, kerb and channel and associated drainage and incidental works. The proposed special charge affects properties that are considered to receive a special benefit from the proposed works. Affected property owners are those fronting, abutting or adjacent to the works. In accordance with Section 163 of the Local Government Act, 1989, a copy of the proposed declaration and details of the proposed scheme, (including plans and apportionments), may be inspected at Council’s Civic Centre, 20 Siding Avenue, Officer during office hours for at least 28 days from the date of this notice. The estimated cost of the works is $2,535,750. The total amount of the special charge proposed to be levied by Council is $612,500. The proposed declaration distributes the charges between property owners based on benefit units, with a fixed charge of $7,000 per benefit unit. Payment may be made by lump sum or by quarterly instalments over a period of 7 years. The notice requesting payment is intended to be forwarded 6 months after the works reach practical completion. The scheme will remain in force until all payments have been completed and the scheme finalised. Submissions A person may make a submission pursuant to Section 163A of the Act and it will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Act. A person may also request to be heard in support of their written submission by making that request in writing. Pursuant to Section 163B of the Act, a person required to pay the special charge levied by the proposed declaration may also object in writing regarding Council making the proposed declaration. Submissions and objections must be lodged in writing within 28 days of the publication of this notice and be addressed to the General Manager Infrastructure and Environment, Cardinia Shire Council, PO Box 7, Pakenham 3810. A committee of the Council will be convened to hear submissions. Further advice will be provided on the date of the hearing for those property owners requesting to address this committee in person. Letters and information regarding the Notice of Intention will be mailed to the owners of the affected properties. If you do not receive this letter within the next few days please contact Special Charge Scheme Officer, Ken White, on 1300 787624. 12529055-NG52-21
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Notice is hereby given that Cardinia Shire Council (the Council) intends to consider a resolution at its 21 March, 2022 meeting, (or subsequent Council meeting if necessary), to declare a special charge to partially fund the construction of Burton Road, Morris Road and Young Street, Upper Beaconsfield. The works will include a sealed road pavement, kerb and channel and associated drainage and incidental works. The proposed special charge affects properties that are considered to receive a special benefit from the proposed works. Affected property owners are those fronting, abutting or adjacent to the works. In accordance with Section 163 of the Local Government Act, 1989, a copy of the proposed declaration and details of the proposed scheme, (including plans and apportionments), may be inspected at Council’s Civic Centre, 20 Siding Avenue, Officer during office hours for at least 28 days from the date of this notice. The estimated cost of the works is $2,235,600. The total amount of the special charge proposed to be levied by Council is $381,500. The proposed declaration distributes the charges between property owners based on benefit units, with a fixed charge of $7,000 per benefit unit. Payment may be made by lump sum or by quarterly instalments over a period of 7 years. The notice requesting payment is intended to be forwarded 6 months after the works reach practical completion. The scheme will remain in force until all payments have been completed and the scheme finalised. Submissions A person may make a submission pursuant to Section 163A of the Act and it will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Act. A person may also request to be heard in support of their written submission by making that request in writing. Pursuant to Section 163B of the Act, a person required to pay the special charge levied by the proposed declaration may also object in writing regarding Council making the proposed declaration. Submissions and objections must be lodged in writing within 28 days of the publication of this notice and be addressed to the General Manager Infrastructure and Environment, Cardinia Shire Council, PO Box 7, Pakenham 3810. A committee of the Council will be convened to hear submissions. Further advice will be provided on the date of the hearing for those property owners requesting to address this committee in person. Letters and information regarding the Notice of Intention will be mailed to the owners of the affected properties. If you do not receive this letter within the next few days please contact Special Charge Scheme Officer, Ken White, on 1300 787624. 12529052-NG52-21
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Notice is hereby given that Cardinia Shire Council (the Council) intends to consider a resolution at its 21 March, 2022 meeting, (or subsequent Council meeting if necessary), to declare a special charge to partially fund the construction of Russell Road, Blackwood Lane, Gembrook Road Service Road and Redwood Road Service Road, Gembrook. The works will include a sealed road pavement, kerb and channel and associated drainage and incidental works. The proposed special charge affects properties that are considered to receive a special benefit from the proposed works. Affected property owners are those fronting, abutting or adjacent to the works. In accordance with Section 163 of the Local Government Act, 1989, a copy of the proposed declaration and details of the proposed scheme, (including plans and apportionments), may be inspected at Council’s Civic Centre, 20 Siding Avenue, Officer during office hours for at least 28 days from the date of this notice. The estimated cost of the works is $1,989,500. The total amount of the special charge proposed to be levied by Council is $343,000. The proposed declaration distributes the charges between property owners based on benefit units, with a fixed charge of $7,000 per benefit unit. Payment may be made by lump sum or by quarterly instalments over a period of 7 years. The notice requesting payment is intended to be forwarded 6 months after the works reach practical completion. The scheme will remain in force until all payments have been completed and the scheme finalised. Submissions A person may make a submission pursuant to Section 163A of the Act and it will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Act. A person may also request to be heard in support of their written submission by making that request in writing. Pursuant to Section 163B of the Act, a person required to pay the special charge levied by the proposed declaration may also object in writing regarding Council making the proposed declaration. Submissions and objections must be lodged in writing within 28 days of the publication of this notice and be addressed to the General Manager Infrastructure and Environment, Cardinia Shire Council, PO Box 7, Pakenham 3810. A committee of the Council will be convened to hear submissions. Further advice will be provided on the date of the hearing for those property owners requesting to address this committee in person. Letters and information regarding the Notice of Intention will be mailed to the owners of the affected properties. If you do not receive this letter within the next few days please contact Special Charge Scheme Officer, Ken White, on 1300 787624. 12529050-NG52-21
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Went down to the wire Saturday pennant saw two thrilling games go down to the wire with Monbulk tasting victory in both contests. Monbulk 1 who were third on the ladder played finals aspirant Narre Warren at home who were fourth on the ladder. Narre Warren led for most of the day, but a late surge from Monbulk saw them grab the win. Jim Bras’ rink were only two shots in arrears after fourteen ends. They then lost six of the last seven ends to lose by 13 shots, 10 to 23. Eric Markham’s rink dropped four shots on the first end, but after that dominated the game winning 14 of the 21 ends to win by 12 shots, 23 to 11. Tim Stapleton’s rink were level after eight ends, but then lost the next three ends including a multiple of five to fall behind. They matched it with their opponents over the last half of the game to lose by nine shots, 17 to 26. Brian Smith’s rink found themselves five shots down after fourteen ends. They then picked up multiples of seven, six and five shots to storm home and win the rink by 11 shots, 28 to 17 to give Monbulk the overall win by one shot, 78 to 77 and help them consolidate third position. Monbulk 2 played Upwey/Tecoma away from home with Alan Hamilton’s rink having a very close contest all day. Scores were level on the twelfth, fourteenth,
sixteenth and twentieth ends and when Monbulk picked up the shot on the last end this gave them victory, 13 shots to 12. Jim Anderson’s rink started brilliantly and led by 12 shots after 13 ends. They then lost the next seven ends to trail by one shot going into the final end. They won the end by one shot to salvage a tie, 16 shots all. Graeme Goller’s rink trailed by 11 shots after 12 ends when they lifted their game to move within two shots with four ends to play. However, they could not maintain the momentum and went down by five shots, 13 to 18. Eric Furby’s rink started brilliantly and led by 14 shots after fourteen ends. Their opponents finished the better, but the Monbulk rink held on to win by seven shots, 20 to 13 to give the team overall victory by three shots, 62 to 59. This means Monbulk 2 maintain top position on the ladder. Monbulk 3 came up against a very good Cockatoo 1 side away from home. Klaus Eisele’s rink went down by 29 shots, seven to 36 and Alan Brooke’s rink also lost by 29 shots, three to 32. This means Monbulk 3 has slipped to third position on the ladder, but still will contest finals after the holiday break.
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Monbulk 1 drops to fourth Ferntree Gully and District Cricket round six scores
Monbulk 1 played Eastwood Golf in the final round of mid-week pennant before the Christmas break hopeful of winning in order to maintain their position in the top four. Monbulk were four shots in front at the lunch bell, but faltered in the second half to go down by 17 shots, 51 to 68. Peter Koomen’s rink had a close tussle early, but then opened up a lead of seven shots after twelve ends. They still led by five shots after sixteen ends, but dropped 13 shots in the last five ends to go down by eight shots, 17 to 25. Eric Markham’s rink did not score in the first four ends and found themselves eight shots down. They got within three shots after nine ends, but then fell away conceding a number of multiples to lose by nine shots, 13 to 22. Jim Bras’ rink took control on the thirteenth end when they picked up five shots to lead by seven. They then dropped a five, three ends later to let their opponents back in the game. The Monbulk rink were one shot in front going into the last end and were holding two close shots when a double wick from the Eastwood skip rolled in to give them the shot and a tie, 21 shots all. This means that Monbulk 1 has now dropped out of the top four. Monbulk 2 played Cranbourne RSL at home in what was a close contest on two of the three rinks. Graeme Seymour’s rink trailed by 10 shots after 12 ends. They then picked up six shots on the thirteenth end and when they won the next two ends they were only two shots down. They lost the next three ends to be five shots down with three ends to play. They then stormed home to level the scores on the final end for a tie, 16 shots all. Graeme Goller’s rink was seven shots down after nine ends. They then won six of the next eight ends to be within one shot. When they picked up four shots on the twentieth end they found themselves one mailcommunity.com.au
NR Reeves Shield Round 6 Knox Gardens 6/178(cc) (J Marget 38, J Morsello 33, J Taylor 33; J Henry 2/20, P Mastertoun 2/27) def Ferntree Gully 9/149(cc) (R Bailey 32, P Jefimenko 29; J Marget 2/17, J Butcher 2/25, T Baker 2/30) South Belgrave 5/318(cc) (D Cormack 171*, J Mcdermott 53, H Mcdermott 52; J Christensen 2/48) def Ferntree Gully Footballers 98 (R Gooneratne 42; B Zerafa 2/3, H Mcdermott 2/10, O D’sylva 2/16, S Seamer 2/19) Lysterfield 7/248(cc) (N Walsh 52, A Kinniburgh 43*, C Mcelroy 42, J Bundy 36, J Arundell 30; O Duesbury 2/26, R Culloty 2/49) def Belgrave 191 (A Brunner 76; J Carter 3/26, A Kinniburgh 3/45, C Cosstick 2/31) Knoxfield 196 (M Plumridge 67, A Maloney 29; J Saultry 4/36, S Devenish 2/22, L Law 2/24) def Johnson Park 7/189(cc) (D Devenish 62*, S Devenish 47; T Atkinson 3/24) The Basin 8/202(cc) (B Walter 79*; N Lee
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New recruit for Monbulk David Bloom in action. Picture: SUPPLIED shot in front with one end to play. However, they dropped two shots on the last end to lose by one shot, 17 to 18. Eric Furby’s rink led by six shots after 10 ends. They then lost the next seven ends to trail by nine shots and eventually lost by seven shots, 15 to 22. Monbulk lost the overall by eight shots 48 to 56. Monbulk 3 played Yarra Glen at home and there were significant differences in scores across two of the rinks. Peter Lee’s rink dominated the game and were 17 shots in front after six ends. They continued to win the majority of ends and won by 28 shots, 36 to eight. Bruce Cockerill’s rink was level after seven ends. They then won only three more ends to go down by 18 shots, 11 to 29. Mike Harris’ rink had the close one with scores level on the seventh, ninth and thirteenth ends. The Monbulk rink then gained the upper hand and led by three shots with two ends to play. However, they dropped five shots on the second last end, but recovered to force a tie, 15 shots all. Monbulk won the overall by 10 shots, 62 to 52.
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2/22, S Collard 2/35) def Upwey-Tecoma 9/186(cc) (J Tailby 54*, L Jansen 28; J Sherriff 3/29, C Law 2/22, M Ley 2/49) RJ DeCoite Shield Round 6 St Johns Tecoma 8/208(cc) (K Chandler 70, M Hardy 51*, C Craigie 30; H Wilson 2/20) tied Upper Ferntree Gully 208 (C Bridle 61, C Williams 29; J Sali 3/31, D Lucas 2/24) Olinda 5/218 (P Hyett 89*, T Scott 49, J Langer 46) def Mountain Gate 217 (M Goddard 91, L Turner 44; C Raisbeck 4/49, D Fitzgerald 2/2, L Humphries 2/32) Eildon Park 260 (D Smyth 120, B Mitchell 50*, D Kelly 29; B Deckert 4/26, A Wild 3/27) def Knox Gardens 153 (C O’connor 47, B Morrison 25; R Bullock 4/33, Z Clark 3/25) Monbulk 8/216(cc) (B Trinnick 69, K Snyman 46; A Howell 2/15, M Mandora 2/19, J Rogers 2/36) def Rowville 140 (J Cross 42, J Tate 32; J Fraser 5/18, K Snyman 2/27)
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