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Sorely missed By Cam Lucadou-Wells Shocked friends and colleagues have hailed former City of Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon for her “incredible” and “tireless” community work. The 58-year-old former councillor – who had been rocked by an IBAC inquiry into Casey councillors - was found dead in a car in Stringybark Drive about 12.30pm on Tuesday 18 January. Her death is not being treated as suspicious, Victoria Police stated. Ms Stapledon was widely admired as a strong, unstinting community voice, especially for disability and carer issues. Many also paid tribute to her as a devoted sole carer for her family over decades. She leaves behind a frail father who she visited daily in aged care and Pete - her adult son who has multiple disabilities. Blairlogie chief executive Carolyn Carr said Ms Stapledon was “one of the most incredible community leaders I’ve ever met”. Her staff reacted with “gasps” and “broke down” at the tragic news. “She’s been an incredible support for not only our organisation but for people with disabilities in general. And more than that, for carers with people with disabilities. “She worked tirelessly to raise awareness about how carers and people with disabilities have to live with such a lack of access to services. “She did all that while being the mum to Pete and Pete was her world. She always put him first and I don’t know how she did it all.” Ms Stapledon fought for proper support for carers so they could be part of the workforce, Ms Carr said. “She’s been fighting for that since Pete was a baby. He’s now 28, and she’s been carrying that banner for such a long time. “The sad thing is, we’re not going to have another voice like Amanda. She’ll be hugely
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Former Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon was widely admired for her community work. 194479 missed by the community.” Ms Stapledon’s passion for disability support preceded her council terms between 2008-’20, including two stints as mayor. She co-founded Casey Kidz Club – an afterschool care program for disabled teenagers - and highlighted the lack of funding support. Among her major legacies were two 75-kilometre Mayors Walks for Disability – in which she spread the word on service gaps for people with disabilities and their carers. The initial feat led to her being crowned the Star News Person of the Year 2013. Ms Stapledon was also a past president of Disability Capability and had held positions on the Blairlogie Living and Learning Board,
the Casey Cardinia and ACE (Aiding Casey Education) foundations and Merinda Park Learning and Community Centre. She was patron of the Cranbourne Football Club All Abilities Team and the YMCA Open Doors Program. For many years, she hosted Women of Today on Casey Radio 97.7FM and penned a regular column for Star News Group. She made two unsuccessful tilts at state politics – as an independent in 2010 and a Liberal candidate in 2014. For crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au or beyond blue on 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au Read more on page 18
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Sikh Volunteers Australia deliver By Jamie Salter With the surge in positive Covid-19 cases, Sikh Volunteers Australia are back to delivering meals to those in isolation. Volunteers resumed deliveries on Sunday 16 January, bringing freshly prepared vegetarian meals to individuals and families who have tested Covid-19 positive or are living with someone who has tested positive. The meals will be delivered four days a week, on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. SVA co-owner Jaswinder Singh said he was proud to support his community at this difficult time. “This is what the community expects from our organisation and we are grateful to have this responsibility,“ Mr Singh said. “We don’t not have as many resources, so only people who have tested positive or are living with a positive case should call to request a meal.“ SVA has produced a roster of 30 volunteers to work every day the service runs. “We are not at full capacity but we are trying
our best,“ Mr Singh said. “Will keep on going as long as demand is there.“ The charity had originally secured land in Cranbourne West in July 2021 to build a professional cooking facility, however, building permit issues delayed construction. The crew realised in order to serve community members requesting assistance, it would need a new kitchen and recently purchased a property at 1565a Dandenong Hastings Road, Langwarrin that will be settled in four months. In the meantime, the current owners have rented out the Langwarrin kitchen facility until settlement. SVA services Casey, Dandenong and Frankston City Councils. Those in need of meals have been asked to text SVA on 0452 401 734 and to provide their name and address. Orders must be placed one day in advance, by 7pm. The organisation has requested community support through either food or monetary donations.
A man has died following a collision in Lynbrook earlier this month. The collision, on the Western Port Highway on Sunday, 2 January, involved five cars and occurred about 11am. Police are investigating whether one of the cars performed an alleged illegal U-turn at the intersection of Portlink Drive just prior to the collision. Officers have been told the driver of one of the cars, a 79-year-old Skye man, attended hospital later that same day for treatment. Sadly, he died in hospital on Thursday, 13 January. No other people involved in the collision were injured. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and an investigation is ongoing. Investigators would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the collision or saw the vehicles in the lead up to the incident. Any witnesses, as well as anyone who has dashcam footage or other information that could assist police, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au For the current provisional lives lost tally, see road safety at police.vic.gov.au
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Guns and drugs seized in Tooradin raid Two Tooradin men have been charged with multiple offences after investigators from the Illicit Firearms Squad seized guns, drugs and firearm parts from two Tooradin properties on the morning of Thursday 13 January. Detectives from the Illicit Firearms Squad, Dandenong Divisional Response Unit and Casey Crime Investigation Unit executed search warrants at two Bayview Road properties at 6am on Thursday following an investigation into the manufacturing of firearms in Melbourne’s south. They subsequently seized two firearms and firearm parts, as well as a quantity of cannabis. A 28-year-old Tooradin man was charged with possess general category handgun, possess cartridge ammunition and possess parts to manufacture firearms. He was bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Friday 10 June. An 18-year-old man from Tooradin, already subject to a Firearm Prohibition Order (FPO), was charged with FPO subject in possession of firearm, FPO subject in possession of firearm related item, prohibited person possess firearm, possess cartridge ammunition, cultivate cannabis and commit indictable offence whilst on bail. He appeared before the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Thursday afternoon and the matter is ongoing. Once issued, an FPO remains in effect for 10 years for adults and five years for children between 14 and 17 years of age. During that time, the individual is prohibited from acquiring, possessing, carrying or using any firearm or firearm-related item such as ammunition. They are also unable to enter a range of premises including firearms dealers, shooting ranges or firearms clubs. Offenders face 10 years imprisonment for
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A man has died in a tragic house fire in Endeavour Hills on Thursday evening. Firefighters attended the blaze on Wilshire Court just after 6.30pm on Thursday 13 January to find the house fully engulfed. “CFA and FRV firefighters conducted a search of the property and evacuated one patient, who was assessed at the scene and transferred into the care of Ambulance Victoria paramedics,” Fire Rescue Victoria said. “A second person was sadly located deceased. “Firefighters worked to attack the fire, bringing it under control within 29 minutes.” Investigations into the fire are ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
PolAir joins chase Two 18-year-olds from Cranbourne and Dandenong North were arrested after an aggravated burglary led to a police helicopter chase from Mordialloc to Endeavour Hills on 13 January. The pair allegedly broke into a house where a family with a newborn baby were sleeping and stole a Mercedes-Benz. PolAir followed the vehicle to Mulgrave where it was dumped and the offenders were seen getting into a second vehicle, which was also allegedly stolen, from Noble Park. The chopper continued to follow the car along the Monash Freeway to Endeavour Hills where it was again dumped on Troon Court. Various police units on the ground were able to apprehend two male offenders, who were charged with handle stolen goods, theft of a motor vehicle, and possess weapons. They were bailed to appear at the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Friday 10 June. Detectives from Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit are continuing to investigate the identity of two outstanding offenders.
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Two men were arrested in Tooradin an investigation into the manufacturing of firearms in Melbourne’s south. 258541 acquiring, possessing, carrying or using a firearm or firearm related item under FPOs. Since they were introduced in May 2018, Victoria Police has issued over 1300 FPOs across the state.
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Police arrested a 14-year-old boy on Devaney Avenue, Lynbrook on the morning of Wednesday 12 January. The boy allegedly stole bank cards, a phone and a set of car keys from inside the victim’s house before driving away in the stolen vehicle around 3am. Police observed the stolen car in a neighbouring street. The offender stopped the vehicle and fled on foot into nearby grassland. He was arrested a short time later and remained in police custody as of Wednesday morning.
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Tell us a fun fact about yourself! A very long time ago, a friend asked if I wanted to go up in a plane. Little did I know he would do acrobatics over Melbourne city – such an awesome experience being upside down in a plane over Melbourne. Why did you become a volunteer? I love being active and I’ve always wanted to help people, so one day, when I was looking up interesting volunteer opportunities, I came across this organisation called the SES. To be honest I had no idea who the SES were (I hadn’t lived in Australia for nearly two decades). But after reading about them and then going to the information night at Narre Warren I was hooked. The people were amazing and made me feel at home straight away. What is your experience with the SES? I’ve been a member for nearly four years and during that time I’ve learnt so many skills. Who would have thought I would know how to use a chainsaw, drive our storm truck, or manage staging areas. When I tell friends back in London what I’m now doing they’re in disbelief, but, of course, very proud. I’m currently a deputy controller for members and a crew leader. What do you love about what you do? What don’t I love about what I do! I love that I’m learning so many new and diverse skills and meeting such amazing and like-minded people – not only within the SES but within the community. What are you most passionate about? Anyone who knows me well would attest to the fact that I’m passionate about animals. My retirement dream is to have a little hobby farm for older animals who just want a quiet, peaceful life. Who is the best person you’ve worked with? The best person I’ve worked with is Aaron
Narre Warren SES unit member Tracey Hayward. Picture: SUPPLIED Heathcote. When I joined, he was a volunteer who was returning after some time away. His patience in helping me and the other new volunteers during our initial training session was invaluable. I was even lucky enough to have Aaron as my crew leader during my first multi (lots and lots of requests for assistance all at once). I was a little nervous as I wasn’t sure
how I could help, but Aaron’s calmness and experience made me feel like a valued crew member – can’t thank him enough! What is your most memorable moment with the SES? There are so many memorable moments, but one that really stands out is the day we were searching for a young boy who went missing up at Mount Disappointment. It was the third day of the search and we were out in very thick scrub. We were exhausted and fearful, but when we heard over the radio that a young boy’s shoe had been found and then shortly after he had been found – emotions were high – this was the best outcome. I couldn’t have been more proud to be a volunteer with SES that day. What were you like as a kid? A tomboy without question. All I wanted as a kid was an orange tractor – mum tells me that I was beside myself when I received my orange truck from Santa one year (funny when you think that I now drive an orange SES truck). Then I moved on to skateboards and anything that had a slight element of danger. Strange how when you get older that all changes! What was your favourite subject in school? Legal studies – when I was around 15, I thought about joining the police force, then it moved to being a lawyer. Not sure what happened as I did neither. Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert? I would say I’m an introvert masquerading as an extrovert. I’m at my most comfortable sitting at home reading a book or watching an old classic movie like Rebecca or Gone with the Wind. What do you do to relax after a busy day? When I’m not on call, I sit back and have a lovely glass of chilled wine.
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NICK KYRGIOS The polarising Australian was at his flamboyant best in his first-round victory over British qualifier Liam Broady on Tuesday night, displaying his full arsenal of underarm serves and ‘tweeners for a raucous crowd at John Cain Arena. He will need to be at his best on Thursday when he faces 2021 Australian Open runnerup and top seed Daniil Medvedev in what shapes as one of the headline matches of the opening week.
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SAMANTHA STOSUR The veteran and 2011 US Open winner announced late last year that the Open would be the final singles tournament of her glittering career and came from a set down on Tuesday to win her first round clash and extend her swansong. She faces Russian 10th seed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.
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ALEX DE MINAUR The top-ranked Australian male in this year’s tournament dropped the opening set against Italian Lorenzo Musetti on Tuesday night before winning 18 of the next 24 service games in a dominant display to take the match in four sets. He could face British veteran and fivetime Australian Open finalist Andy Murray in the fourth round.
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Residents will have a safer journey thanks to upgrades on Ballarto Road. all road users to continue sharing our network. “I can’t wait to help deliver this important safety upgrade.” Nearby, Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) is upgrading Lathams Road, with plans to deliver works on Hall Road and Western Port Highway. The Hall Road project will see the duplication of Hall Road between McCormicks Road and Cranbourne-Frankston Road.
Traffic lights will help improve traffic flow and ease congestion at the Ballarto Road and Cranbourne-Frankston Road intersections along the Western Port Highway, and the Evans Road and Cranbourne-Frankston Road intersection. The intersection upgrades are on top of significant road rehabilitation works which are underway along Ballarto Road between Tuckers Road and Tooradin Station Road in Clyde
to provide motorists with a smoother journey. Road Safety Minister Ben Carroll said delivering road upgrades along Ballarto Road will help support transport efficiency across the network. “Ballarto Road is an important east-west corridor that connects Frankston-Dandenong Road and Western Port Highway – we are investing in upgrades across Melbourne’s road network to improve safety and travel times.”
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Chicken in paltry supply amid shortage By Jamie Salter KFC fans might find themselves severely disappointed and hungry as the restaurant chain battles chicken supply shortages. A surge in cases of Covid-19 has limited the number of workers available to keep the supply chain running smoothly, and suppliers are now facing a poultry shortage. KFC Australia recently addressed the issue on its website. “Like many businesses across Australia, our supply chain and workforce has been impacted by Covid-19,” the statement read. “This isn’t the way we wanted to start the year. Please be kind to each other, and our staff, as they do their best to provide the chicken we all love.” KFC assured its customers that restaurants will remain open despite the shortages. On Tuesday 11 January, the Australian
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Four major intersection upgrades along one of south-east Melbourne’s busiest arterials will improve traffic flow and safety while supporting the growing community for years to come. Funded by the Victorian and Federal Governments as part of a $36.5 million package of upgrades, the improvements along Ballarto Road between Seaford and Skye will help drivers get to their destinations sooner and safer. Early works have already commenced on the first project at Ballarto Road and Lyrebird Drive in Carrum Downs, which will improve safety and reliability for motorists, public transport users and pedestrians. As part of the improvements new traffic lights and additional lanes in each direction through the intersection will be added, reducing bottlenecks and improving traffic flow for motorists turning into and driving along Ballarto Road. Works will also include new safety barriers, retaining walls and better lighting as well as an upgraded pedestrian crossing which will make it easier and safer for people crossing Ballarto Road. Two bus stops will be relocated and improved, with new footpaths connecting to the stops making them more accessible for passengers catching public transport. Three further intersections will be upgraded along the Ballarto Road corridor, including Greenwood Drive, McCormicks Road and Potts Road in Carrum Downs and Skye, with planning already underway. Member for Carrum Sonya Kilkenny said the the intersection upgrade at Lyrebird Drive and Ballarto Road would make a big difference for local residents. “It is also an important route for bus passengers who jump on our public transport network to reliably get where they need to go,” Ms Kilkenny said. “By upgrading these intersections along and near Ballarto Road, we are ensuring it is safe for
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Community members are being reminded to save calls to Triple Zero for emergencies as ambulance services nationwide report significant increases in call volumes for non-emergency related matters. In December 2021, Triple Zero operators answered more than 940,000 calls - 40,000 more calls than the previous year (December 2020), and over 100,000 more calls than the previous month (November 2021). Many of these calls were from people seeking advice or assistance from ambulance services about Covid-19 issues that are of a non-urgent nature and could be handled elsewhere. Federal Minister for Communications Paul Fletcher MP said, as a consequence, the Triple Zero service was experiencing difficulties transferring some calls to ambulance services as its call-takers were occupied dealing with non-emergency calls. “A considerable volume of calls do not require life-saving emergency assistance, and could be directed to other health services for assistance. I urge people to dial Triple Zero only if there is an emergency,” Minister Fletcher said. “Triple Zero is one of our most important services, saving countless lives every year, and it’s critical we keep that service functioning as it should. The assistance and judgement of every Australian to ensure they call only when there is a genuine emergency is critical to that.” Those seeking advice or assistance about Covid-19 symptoms that are not serious should contact healthdirect.gov.au or call the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080. Telstra will be updating its Triple Zero Recorded Voice Announcement advising people seeking advice about Covid-19 to contact Health Direct and the National Coronavirus Helpline. For other services providing support on a range of matters, visit australia.gov.au/phonecontacts
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Australia is a nation made up of diverse communities, and as we approach Australia Day 2022, we can reflect on our hardworking and often pragmatic attitude regarding our approach to life. We have always rallied together within our communities during challenging times and celebrated our victories. We move into 2022 with renewed hope and appreciation for what makes us Australian; our sense of community, respect and value for each other.
SOCIALLY SPEAKING Cranbourne North resident David Short raised concerns about the state of his local Merinda Park, taking it upon himself to conduct nightly clean-ups of the area. Here’s what our Facebook readers had to say about it.
Over the years there has been debate about the celebration of Australia Day and its significance within our multicultural community. Our cultural identity has been shaped by our Indigenous people and I am proud of how we can choose to move forward together and continue to be represented by our culturally diverse community in everything we hold important. I look forward to sharing Australia Day with our new citizens who have come from far and wide and chosen to call Australia home.
Thank you for contributing and being part of the Australian identity by sharing your culture with us. I acknowledge the history of our country and how it has been shaped by those who have been before us, by the people who are here now and those who will be there for our future, as we reflect on Australia Day as a nation inspired by many cultures. Brad Battin, Liberal State Member for Gembrook
THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN Thumbs down! To Casey council for closing a road for 11 months to do roadworks. Why not use the current road until the new one is at least mostly complete. It’s on a completely different area of land.
Thumbs down! To the inconsiderate drivers who insist on speeding along unmade roads.
Thumbs down! To the embarrassing unkempt state of our towns parks and gardens.
Thumbs up! To Casey council who have extended the existing one kilometre of virtual fence along Churchill Park Drive from the golf course to Power Road and added another 850m stretch along Hallam North Road. This will help further to protect the kangaroos, reducing the vehicle/kangaroo collisions at night.
Thumbs down! To the porch pirates that stole my parcel that l had been waiting for since the start of December.
Thumbs down! To the Monash Freeway.
Thumbs down! To roadworks EVERYWHERE.
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Jan Gilchrist: I have reported this via the Casey website and got an email saying that they were behind because of winter rain creating longer grass and trees down will be collected by the end of January. I won’t hold my breath waiting for it all to be done. Robert Jamieson: If only we could complain to our local councillors. Barny Rubble: That’s every park in Casey at the moment. Long grass everywhere, storm felled trees, trolleys, dumped Christmas trees. As a resident of 25 years in Casey, this is the worst I’ve seen it. Belinda Burford: My local park was mowed yesterday, yay! No more knee high grass...but the rubbish was not picked up first, just mowed over.
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It’s such a joy to see kids who are inspired to do something to make their local patch a better place for everyone, like nine and seven-yearold Reuben and Eli in your story Environmental warriors: Kids clean up their park (Berwick & Pakenham Officer Star News 13/01/22). Thank you Reuben and Eli for not just noticing the dumped rubbish and walking past, but believing you can be part of the solution, picking it up and disposing of it thoughtfully. It makes me believe the world is in good hands with young people like you and your 10-year-old sister Matilda who has suggested organising a Clean Up Australia Day community event in March. It’s an important message that these children so beautifully illustrate. We can all make our patch a little bit better for people and the planet by just making a start and doing it. As the children’s mum Jackie says, it’s the little things that can make all the difference. It put a smile on my face. Thank you! Sue Tardif
Thumbs down! To those that reverse park into a supermarket car park but then need to use their boot for a trolley full of groceries.
Thumbs up! For my neighbours who all lend each other a helping hand when needed.
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With tens of thousands of Victorians taking the opportunity to go camping this long weekend, authorities are urging people to play it safe when it comes to using campfires, barbecues and recreational fires. Campfires have already caused 270 bushfires on public land this fire season, which is more than half the fires responded to by Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) crews. At least 91 of these unattended campfires sparked bushfires over the Christmas and New Year period. Conservation Regulator Authorised Officers have also detected more than 180 unattended campfires during patrols at state forest campsites since the start of November, with 29 infringements and 54 warnings issued. Campers are reminded to be prepared before lighting a campfire, by checking weather conditions and warnings, including Total Fire Bans, on the Vic Emergency website or app. It is also important to bring a bucket and making sure there is enough water to fully extinguish
the campfire whenever it can’t be attended. Chris Hardman Chief Fire Officer for Forest Fire Management Victoria reminded campers to never leave a campfire unattended. “Just one spark from an unattended campfire can have devastating impacts and get out of control. Never leave a campfire unattended, never light one on a Total Fire Ban day and always make sure you have enough water to fully extinguish a campfire before you leave,” he said. In state forests, use a purpose-built fireplace or light a campfire in a trench at least 30cm deep. Branches and logs on a campfire must be less than one metre long. Never leave a campfire unattended and use water, not soil, to completely extinguish the campfire before leaving, even for a short while. All of Victoria, except East Gippsland, is now in Fire Danger Period which means a written permit is required to burn off grass, under-
growth, weeds or other vegetation. Barbeques and fires for cooking and warmth do not require a permit but must be lit in properly constructed fireplaces. Victorians can access a handy Can or Can’t I? guide to activities and restrictions on CFA’s website at cfa.vic.gov.au/can, by calling the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visiting the Fire Permits Victoria website at firepermits.vic.gov.au. On the spot fines of $545 apply to those breaching campfire rules or a maximum penalty of up to $18,174 if the matter is prosecuted in court. The maximum penalty for lighting or maintaining a fire during a Total Fire Ban is $43,617 and/or two years in jail. Unattended campfires should be reported to 136 186 or call 000 to report a bushfire. For more information about rules in state forests, including campfires and vehicle use, visit vic.gov.au/rules-in-state-forests. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Vaccine support on offer The Casey/Cardinia/Dandenong Community Support Group and Komak Community Support Group will each receive $150,000 to support access to vaccinations for South Sudanese and Afghan community members, respectively, across Greater Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia. The Le Mana Pasifika Project will also receive $150,000 to support Pasifika communities to access vaccinations in various locations including Casey and Greater Dandenong. Funding will allow the Community Support Groups to employ bicultural case workers and/or case managers who will work with the local South Sudanese, Afghan and Pasifika communities to resolve hesitancies and barriers to vaccination. Culturally appropriate communications for young people and their communities will also be initiated through engagement with community and religious leaders, as well as pop-up vaccination hubs as required.
The State Government is supporting multicultural communities in the south-east to Picture: UNSPLASH get vaccinated. 264235 The State Government announced successful funding recipients of the $1.2 million allocated to the Supporting Access to Vaccina-
tion for Priority Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities program on Monday 17 January. This funding will allow staff to work directly with community members and leaders to provide vaccine information and help get community members vaccinated through helping booking an appointment, arranging childcare or transport to vaccination hubs. Community organisations and neighbourhood houses are also encouraged to apply for up to $20,000 to help vulnerable Victorians overcome barriers to vaccination and tackle vaccine misinformation through the Local Community Access Grants Program. The initiatives are part of a $21 million package to boost tailored support for Victorians who may face additional barriers to vaccination, including people living with disability, at-risk youth, seniors, culturally diverse and multifaith communities, social housing residents and victim survivors of family violence.
The seven Community Support Groups and the Le Mana Pasifika Project run on a placebased and community-led model. Each is auspiced by an organisation possessing strong and established links to the communities they work with, ensuring tailored operational support is provided. The Centre for Multicultural Youth is the auspice organisation for the Casey/Cardinia/ Dandenong Community Support Group and Le Mana Pasifika Project, while Uniting (Victoria and Tasmania) is the equivalent organisation for the Komak Community Support Group. Community Support Groups were established by the state government from 2016 to strengthen youth engagement in multicultural communities and to ensure that young people and their families are linked into activities and services in their areas. For more information, visit vic.gov.au/local-community-access-grants-program.
Code Brown declared for Victoria’s healthcare system Victoria’s health system is entering a ’Code Brown’ as the state grapples with the Omicron outbreak. All public metropolitan and major regional hospitals have activated the formal emergency management structure which aims to provide relief and support to struggling services. The Department of Health called the coordinated Pandemic Code Brown following support requests from the health services for further assistance. Acting Minister for Health James Merlino said this was the best way to ensure hospitals can safely care for those who need it most.
“Our health services will have to make some hard decisions over the next few weeks to manage increasing demand and I thank every single one of them for making the tough calls necessary to help as many Victorians as they can,“ he said. The changes health services can implement include configuring services to free up more staff, including the delivery of outpatient services outside the hospital and the rapid offload of ambulance patients at emergency departments to get paramedics back on the road as soon as possible. Hospitals may also choose to redeploy
staff to work in areas of highest clinical priority and discuss cancelling leave with staff. Health services and the health workforce will continue to have responsibility for clinical and operational decisions that affect patients and their communities. This includes decisions around how to manage internal patient flow within a health service as well as the assessment, treatment and referral of patients, which could see the postponement or deferral of care that is not urgent. There will also be an expansion of Covid-19 streaming sites to increase the number
of hospitals caring for coronavirus patients – easing the pressure at hospitals currently handling the most patients. The Department of Health will also establish a new Health Service Response Centre which will help hospitals coordinate patient flow, distribute activity and support decisions around service reconfiguration – such as suspending some activity or moving to home-based care. The Pandemic Code Brown is expected to last four to six weeks and health officials will monitor the situation to determine when it’s safe to begin winding down arrangements.
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Missing dog and family reunited By Marcus Uhe The Henderson family is celebrating the return of seven-month-old Staffie Zane after he was found in Cranbourne in the early hours of the morning on Friday 14 January. Star News spoke to Taylor Henderson last week about the missing dog, which was allegedly stolen from her property on Monday 3 January, with concerns he could be used dogfighting. Staffies are the breed of choice when it comes to illegal dogfighting rings, according to Alison Praetz, a volunteer with Missing and Stolen Pet Investigators. However, a local resident heard Zane crying outside their front door, before taking him
into their home. The resident recognised Zane from social media posts and contacted the Henderson family on Facebook. Ms Henderson was thrilled to receive the message on Friday morning. “I was so happy,” Ms Henderson said. “My heart was so full. “He wasn’t responding to his name when he was with the people that found him but he knew us straight away.” Thankfully, Zane was in good health with no injuries. Ms Henderson kept the news a secret from her children, who were at kinder when she collected him, and surprised the girls when
they got home. She hasn’t let Zane out of her sight since he was returned. “He’s been given lots and lots of kisses.” Police say that the investigation into the alleged theft is ongoing and no charges have been laid as of Tuesday 18 January. To raise awareness of a missing pet with Ms Praetz’s organisation, head to facebook.com/ MissingandStolenPetInvestigatorsAustralia/ Anyone with information regarding a stolen animal is urged to report the information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestoppersvic.com.au/report-a-crime/ If you have your pet stolen, Victoria Police urge you to contact your local police station.
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Covid forces changes to City of Casey services The City of Casey community may experience some changes to council services due to the ongoing impacts of Covid-19. The Maternal Child Health (MCH) service is currently being impacted due to staff being affected by Covid-19, who are complying with testing and isolation requirements. This reduction in available MCH staff means some appointments will need to be rescheduled to when a qualified nurse is available. There may also be a delay in administration staff members being able to return calls,
and the First Time Parent Groups and Sleep Settling Information Sessions are now being run online. People registered for these sessions will be contacted directly either by phone or email. Families who may be concerned about missing their upcoming appointments are encouraged to call the Maternal and Child Health Line on 13 22 29, or a local general practitioner. The Cranbourne and Hampton Park Youth Information Centres (YIC) will
also close temporarily. Narre Warren remains open for specific appointments only, including youth counselling and support. People can register their interest for virtual sessions by visiting the Youth Services Facebook and Instagram pages. Council is assessing the Teenage School Holiday Program, which started on Monday, 10 January, on a day-to-day basis. In line with the new density limits, some programs have been adjusted to maximise safety for staff and participants.
“As always, the health and safety of our staff and the community remain our main priority. Thank you for your patience and understanding,“ council’s website states. “For the safety of our staff and community, we will continue to comply with all CovidSafe requirements and are working hard to maintain our services with as little disruption as possible throughout this time.“ The council website will have up to date information on any changes, delays or disruptions to services and facilities.
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Wilden’s win By Marcus Uhe Hallam’s Jane Wilden has been offered a 50 per cent refund on her pet registration fee after raising awareness of confusion with regards to City of Casey’s policy on deceased pets. Ms Wilden’s dog Hamill was laid to rest in December last year just shy of his 12th birthday, but Ms Wilden was not eligible for a refund because her beloved pet died after the cut-off period. Pet registration fees are due 10 April each year and City of Casey policy states that no refund is offered if the pet dies after 10 October. Owners with animals that die between 10 June and 10 October are entitled to a 50 per cent refund while a 100 per cent is available if the animal dies before 10 June. Ms Wilden claims that this change in policy was not documented on the dog registration renewal form and she received a rude shock when she requested a refund of the $58.50 fee following the Hamill’s death last year. “It’s not my fault that the dog passed away in December,” Ms Wilden said. Safer Communities Manager at City of Casey Daniel Osborne showed compassion in responding to Ms Wilden’s situation. “We understand that the loss of a pet is a difficult time and we have contacted the resident to offer a refund in this circumstance,” Mr Osborne said. “The refunding process and timelines will be reviewed next year when Council’s Domestic Animals Plan is up for review.” Mr Osborne said the council’s website had been updated to make the refund deadline clearer for residents. The fees help council provide pet-related and animal management services like investigating dog attacks, collecting and returning stray animals to their owners, discount microchipping days and community education
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Shelters inundated with dumped pocket pets The number of pocket pets arriving at The Lost Dogs’ Home shelters in Cranbourne and North Melbourne has almost tripled in six months, leading to calls for pet owners to carefully consider their adoption choices. Data from The Lost Dogs’ Home shows the number of pocket pets that have arrived at the shelters increased month-on-month from August to December, peaking with 53 in December. Shelter supervisor Allie Small said the cause was likely due to a combination of the increased cost of purchasing dogs from breeders during Covid-19, demand outstripping supply in animal shelters, and the perception that pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets are low maintenance. “The difficulty people had getting a pet during this period has led them to look at different alternatives,’’ Ms Small said. “Pocket pets may be small, but they are as deserving of our love as their larger counterparts such as dogs and cats. “It is heart breaking watching so many of them, often not microchipped, being abandoned in such alarming numbers.’’ Rabbits and guinea pigs are also viewed as low maintenance and child-friendly pets, which is not always the case, so families have taken on these pets while their children were remote learning. Rabbits and guinea pigs may not cost a lot to purchase and set up in the home, however their ongoing maintenance (feeding requirements, medical care and enrichment needs) is often more specialised than a dog or a cat, and they can become costly over time.
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Diving in with both feet By Jonty Ralphsmith It’s September 2010 off the coast of Vava’u, Tonga. The water is dark green and Cranbourne resident Christine Reynolds is preparing for a day of scuba diving, something she has been passionate about since 2006. Despite her experience, Ms Reynolds is perplexed when her guide tells her to quickly jump into the water, but sensing the urgency in his voice, she duly obliged, leaped in and was greeted by the sight of a marvellous humpback whale. “As I went down there was a great big eye that filled my camera lens, she was that close!” Ms Reynolds exclaimed. Soon after, Ms Reynolds recalls being pulled back by her diving instructor because a humpback was coming up from underneath her. Unlike Australia, Tonga does not have an exclusion zone from humpback whales, meaning the telephone sales consultant at Star News Group was an arm’s length away from the creature, swimming with 14 on that day. Across the years, there is a long list of creatures that Ms Reynolds has dived with including reef sharks, rays and sea snakes but it is humpback whales, along with whale sharks, that she has yearned for since her first dive. Cebu, Philippines was the destination to see whale sharks, and she has also dived in Fiji and Vanuatu, but it was a spontaneous dive off Townsville that whet Ms Reynolds’ passion. “I did a try dive out on the Great Barrier Reef so we went out there, they dress you up in a scuba suit, tell you about it and after 30 minutes they send you underwater,” she said. “That’s a skill that takes a bit of getting used to and from that moment I loved it.” Beaches were central to Ms Reynolds’ upbringing, as she recalled snorkelling and wading in the shallows at Safety Beach, where her family had a house from when she was fouryears-old.
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as 40 metres where she has seen war time wrecks and Gorgonian Coral. Her most recent trip was 250 kilometres off the coast of Cairns last month, a reef she described as the cleanest she has seen – but you do not need to travel that far to see majesty underwater.
In between the travel, she has seen seals, dolphins and rays at Port Phillip Bay, recommending it as a local mecca, having attained her qualifications from Mornington. Ms Reynolds still has plenty more diving she wants to do, with Komodo, Indonesia high on the bucket list.
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Tsunami impacts Islands By Marcus Uhe
An underwater volcano that erupted in the Pacific Ocean near Tonga is impacting neighbouring nations including the Cook Islands. 265406 Picture: UNSPLASHED homes, approximately 1600 kilometres away. “They just heard a massive bang. It happened so quickly,” he said. “The water level went as high as the wharf. “Lots of fishing boats capsized and were banging against each other.” Ash cloud from the volcano has contaminated water supplies in the region, which Mr Henry says is a “major issue” for the nation that relies heavily on rainfall for its horticulture and farming produce. The Cook Islands economy is primarily
held-up by fishing, tourism and fruit and vegetable plantations such as arrowroot, sweet potatoes, bananas and taro. While the plantations remained largely unscathed according to Mr Henry, the impact on the fishing and tourism industries will be felt for a long time to come. Boats were damaged, businesses flooded and wild weather in the area made safe landings difficult for aeroplanes. With lengthy border closures designed to protect the community from Covid-19, the tourism industry was already reeling before
the volcano eruption, as workers left the Cook Islands in search of employment. “During Covid-19, there was about 4000 Cook Islanders that went to New Zealand for seasonal work,” Mr Henry said. “Most of those people work in hotels, hospitality businesses. “The problem is, I don’t think they will come back. There’s going to be a workplace shortage in the Cook Islands. [They had] the first flight back, now this happens.” Those interested in helping the Cook Islands recover from the disaster are encouraged to donate financially to the recovery effort.
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The Cook Islands community is recovering from the underwater volcano and resulting tsunami that erupted in the Pacific Ocean near Tonga on Saturday 16 January. The timing could not have been worse for the nation of 15 islands after it reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travellers from New Zealand just last week. Cook Island Community Services of Victoria President James Henry said the natural disaster would create more headaches for the nation still grappling with the effects of Covid-19. “It seems like this is the second wave of the pandemic in people’s minds,” Mr Henry said. “We have been supporting our family by sending money back home. When the border opened it gave us a bit of relief. “Now the tsunami hits and people are going back into panic mode again.” The organisation aims to maintain connections to native language, religion and culture through church services for the Cook Islands population in Victoria, and also supports fundraising initiatives for those living on the Islands. Census data from 2016 and 2011 reveals the City of Casey and City of Greater Dandenong ranked first and second, respectively, for Melbourne local government areas with the highest number of Cook Islands-born residents. The impact of the eruption was felt in the Cook Islands at roughly 11pm on Saturday night, with the darkness adding another layer of difficulty for first responders. Mr Henry, who was born on the island of Aitutaki, has been in contact with family members who still live on the island. They relayed their experiences to Mr Henry and spoke of hearing the eruption from their
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Big summer read a hit By Gabriella Payne Kids across the Casey and Cardinia Shire have been keeping their literacy skills up this holiday season with the ’Big Summer Read’ initiative, and if your child is a keen book worm, it’s not too late to join in! The Big Summer Read is a fun and dynamic book reading campaign supported across all public libraries in Victoria for children ages 5 and up, and there are plenty of prizes to be won. As well as encouraging youngsters to get lost in as many books as they can manage, the competition allows families to discover the magic of their local library - something that’s been a challenge with all the Covid hurdles over the past two years! Beth Luppino, the CEO of Casey Cardinia Libraries, said that by taking part in the competition, kids could sharpen up their reading skills
while discovering new worlds at the same time. “Reading should be fun, and it gets easier for children the more they practise,“ Ms Luppino said. “After the last two years of Covid lockdowns, we want the kids in Casey and Cardinia to get a head-start on their learning in 2022 and avoid the ‘summer slide’ where literacy skills often drop over the school holidays. “The Big Summer Read is a really easy way to keep kids engaged in literacy and learning when they are not at school – what is not to love about books, virtual badges and a big prize draw? “Our libraries are open and ready for kids to come and select their own favourite reads right across the holidays,“ she said. “There really is a book for everybody!“ For more information on the competition and prizes, head to cclc.vic.gov.au/big-summer-read/
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Rex name shame By Mitchell Clarke Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name. Former Springfield Ward councillor Rex Flannery, who resigned as deputy mayor just days before the State Government sensationally sacked the entire council in February 2020, says the events of the past 12 months are still “eating” him up. He has now officially requested that his name is removed from both a councillor honour board in the customer service centre and a wall plaque in Bunjil Place. “I have never had any involvement into this alleged corruption scandal and therefore I do not wish to have my name associated with past or former councillors who may have brought our City of Casey into disrepute,” he told Star News. “People look at your name and they see that you’re from Casey Council and immediately they put you in that same mould, which couldn’t be further than the truth. “It’s just horrible to have been a councillor in that term. It gives you a sickening feeling in your gut and now I have to live with that.“ Mr Flannery argues his name should never have been placed on the plaque celebrating the $126 million Bunjil development because at the time he didn’t support the project. “I guess I’ve eaten a little bit of humble pie with Bunjil Place. I’ve been able to see the value that place brings to the community but at the time I was against the development and I wasn’t once consulted (about having my name included),” he said. He also claims former ex-ward partner, Sam Aziz, stated to him that he “wished he never had my name added to the plaque”. “That was the only time I agreed with him,” Mr Flannery said. While Mr Flannery hasn’t accused any former councillor of committing wrongdoing, he said anyone found guilty from the IBAC hearing should immediately have their honours stripped. “They need to have their plaques removed
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Rex Flannery, pictured in late 2015, wants his name stripped from council. 148005 from anywhere within the City of Casey ... whether it’s a plaque in the botanical gardens or in Bunjil Place, I want them removed so they have absolutely no recognition anymore,” he said. “They’ve disgraced themselves and they’ve disgraced the council. They’ve taken something away from me that I totally enjoyed. I loved serving the Casey community. I just want some clarity as to what way it’s going to go.” Since his resignation, Mr Flannery has been working in an operating theatre at a local hospital. He said he has every intention to run for council again in 2024.
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“I want to get back into serving the community again. I want to run again and I want to get my name back on the honour board for the right reasons. At the moment it’s a dishonour board,” he said. Star News understands Mr Flannery has put forward his request to be heard by the administrators at the next council meeting, slated for Tuesday 2 February.“It’s up to them now but a year later, this is still eating at me. I need closure and this is one way that I can get it,“ he said. “I played no part in any downturn or sacking of the council and I feel it’s my duty to say that I don’t want to be a part of or in any way
Bunjil Place. associated with the 2016-20 term.” Casey’s governance manager Rhys Matulis said: “Given the IBAC investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on that matter. Council has received and will consider Mr Flannery’s request in due course.”
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Gary Maas MP and members of Level Crossing Removal Project at the Clyde Road boom gate removal. Pictures: SUPPLIED
Clyde Road boom levelled Local residents can say goodbye to the Clyde Road boom gates as part of the Victorian Government’s level crossing removal project. The boom gates were once down for approximately 26 per cent of the morning peak traffic, amounting to around 31 minutes for every two hours. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP attended the removal of the gates and thanked workers for their contribution over the last 18 months. “The removal of the Clyde Road boom gates as part of the Victorian Government’s
unprecedented level crossings removal project will reduce peak hour congestion and increase safety on our roads,“ he said. “Residents will soon be able to get where they need to go quicker and more safely thanks to the removal of this dangerous level crossing. “This is one of many level crossing removals and upgrades that the State Government will complete on the Pakenham line and I look forward to the benefits of this project flowing throughout our community.” The removal of the level crossing is part of
a $15 billion investment to upgrade the Pakenham line which includes the removal of 22 level crossings and the entire line level crossing-free by 2025. The wait for Berwick residents is almost over with Clyde Road scheduled to re-open as an underpass on Monday 21 February as work continues with the lifting of the rail bridge into place in three segments. Clyde Road is closed in both directions for motorists and cyclists between Enterprise Avenue and Langmore Lane/Mansfield Street until 11.59pm Sunday 20 February.
Buses are replacing trains on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines between Westall, Cranbourne, and Pakenham until the last train on Thursday 3 February, and between Dandenong and Cranbourne from the first service on Friday, 4 February until the last service on Sunday 6 February. Anyone affected has been advised to plan their journey. More information on the project is available at bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/level-crossingremoval-project
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WHAT’S ON Eatz and Beatz Live music and food trucks are coming to Myuna Farm, Casey on Friday 21 January. The nursery will be open from 5pm until 7.30pm for people to walk around. Tickets cost $3 per person or $10 for a family of four. To book your spot, visit trybooking.com/ events/landing?eid=857887&
AFLW Game: Melbourne Demons v St Kilda Saints Melbourne take on St Kilda in their first game at Casey Fields for the season at 3.10pm on Saturday 22 January in round three of the AFLW season. Free entry for children, $10 for adults. As well as the on-field action, there will also be family friendly events.
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Adult Drawing Classes Casey City Council is inviting adults to a six-week drawing course every Monday from 6-8pm for six weeks from 31 January at the Cranbourne West Community Centre. The course costs $110 and will focus on teaching observational skills of drawing from reality. People of all drawing abilities are welcome. Book at trybooking.com/events/ landing?eid=840800&
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Casey Food and Wine Festival The Casey Food and Wine Festival will make a huge return in March 2022, and expressions of interest are now open to be a stallholder. Register your interest at bit.ly/3zulcV7
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The Casey Cardinia Life Activities Club is a welcoming vibrant social club for active senior men and women who live in the City Of Casey and the Shire of Cardinia and surrounding areas. Activities include sequence in line dancing, dine outs, table tennis, coffee mornings, IT discussion groups, Saturday country rambles, walking groups, coach trips, musical theatre and others. They have a strong social calendar and if you are independent, young at heart and feel they might inspire you, make contact with their enquiry officer on 0468 363 616.
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Pakenham Arthritis Self Help Group The group is looking for new leaders to run its exercise sessions. Training provided. Contact Anne on 0400 701 093 or Tess on 0427 594 051 Annual general meeting: 10.30am Tuesday 8 March at Deep Creek Golf Club, Pakenham, with lunch to follow.
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Problem child wins cup trell added. It was Robbie Rotten’s 14th win from 29 starts, including four wins in a row and eight of his past 10, and his stakes catapulted to $85,240. RSN race caller Kyle Galley said Robbie Rotten is one to watch going forward. “He might be the next big thing.” In another highlight at Warragul on Friday night, Brother Bearing took out the $10,000 winner-take-all Cup Night Match Race (460m). Leading all the way, Brother Bearing ($1.10F) accounted for Xavien Bale ($3.70) by three lengths in 25.70sec. It was his 11th win from 21 starts, including six of his past seven. He’s now three from four over Warragul’s sprint trip and has won $38,865. Trained at Devon Meadows by Garry Selkrig, Brother Bearing finished third (beaten 0.73 lengths) to Robbie Rotten (25.59sec) in a Cup heat last week. Ironically, the longest-priced Warragul Cup winner in the past decade is the Selkrigtrained Stagger ($11.40) in 2012. And the race record (25.34sec) belongs to To The Galo’s, also trained by Selkrig, in 2016. It was also a new track record at the time. Selkrig also finished third with Peter Galo (47 wins from 82 starts) in the 2020 Warragul Cup.
By Peter Quilty Pearcedale prodigy Kayla Cottrell pulled off another training triumph when NSW import Robbie Rotten won Friday night’s Group 2 SEN Track Warragul Cup final (460m). Cottrell, who will turn 20 in April, became Victoria’s youngest ever G1-winning trainer when Fernando Cazz won the G1 Rookie Rebel last February. Corey Smith, who co-hosted the Cup presentation on GRV’s Watchdog website, was full of praise for the young trainer. “If you were buying shares in a greyhound trainer, Kayla Cottrell would be one of them.” A giveaway greyhound, Robbie Rotten – once a “problem child” – showed his rivals a clean pair of paws to land a $47,000 first prize. Cottrell was delighted with the performance of her dog…a former rogue now turned angel! “He (Robbie Rotten) is an older dog – he’s over three – but as a pup he wouldn’t go at all and his owner Deon (Hanson) got him as a ‘giveaway’,” Cottrell said. “He’s from a very good litter, which also includes More Sauce (runner-up G2 Black Top and G2 Maitland Cup), but he was the problem child. “Not anymore!”
Trainer Kayla Cottrell celebrates with Robbie Rotten after taking out the Warragul Cup on Friday night. Owned by Deon Hanson, Robbie Rotten ($7.20) exploded from the ‘yellow’ trap (Box 5) and led from go to whoa in defeating G1 Melbourne Cup third placegetter Kinson Bale ($9.60) by three lengths with rising star Hamillson ($6.60) a further head away third in a slick 25.55sec. Cottrell didn’t know Hanson at all, but one
night she got a message on Facebook, saying he’d been following her career so far and thought ‘Robbie’ might benefit from a change of scenery and that he’d love to have a dog racing in Victoria. “He’s a grouse kennel dog, we didn’t rush him, just let him settle in and gave him a look around the tracks and he’s going super,” Cot-
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Tips for dads By The Better Health Content Team Tips for a new dad: develop a fulfilling bond with your newborn. Fatherhood is one of those exhilarating feelings in a man’s life that comes with a great number of compromises and sacrifices. Being a father for the first time gives you soul-lifting warmth followed by new challenges. Some simple preparations can work as an armour on your way to become a superhero for your little one. Here is what you need to take care of so the stress cannot knock the enchanting bits out Spend as much time as possible with your newborn Time is the most valuable thing you can contribute to your relationship with your newborn. You do not need to compromise your scheduled tasks entirely but they might need some readjustments. Hold on to the free times and make adequate space for your baby amidst everything else that is going on in your life. Take turns with your partner in taking care of the baby
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Pain-free feet and legs Our feet and legs are relied upon for most of our daily activities, so it’s important they’re in good shape to tackle the year ahead. We asked one of Australia’s leading Musculoskeletal Podiatrists’, Dr Paul Dowie from Foot and Leg Pain Clinics, for some tips to help keep you pain free and active in 2022! 1. Evaluate footwear. Minimize flats, thongs, slip-ons, high heels and bare feet if on you’re on your feet a lot, to help avoid foot and ankle stress. Better choices are lower heeled shoes with straps or laces that hold to the feet and have decent support & cushioning. 2. Choose activity appropriate shoes for sport and recreational activities. 3. Don’t rely on technological advances in footwear to treat pain, discomfort or decrease the risk of injury. The purpose of good footwear is to provide comfort whilst helping to support foot and leg function, not to treat problems. An experienced musculoskeletal podiatrist can help prevent and treat foot and leg problems. 4. Don’t buy shoes that require a “break-in period”. Shoes should be comfortable immediately. 5. Shop for footwear at the end of the day to accommodate for normal swelling, as feet
can swell by up to 10% during a day. Ill-fitting shoes can lead to pain and injuries. 6. Get a second opinion regarding prescribed surgery or medications. Anti-inflammatory medications and cortisone injections can delay healing and contribute to further tissue damage and many surgeries for foot, knee and leg concerns can now be avoided, thanks to the latest regenerative treatments. So seek advice from an experienced musculoskeletal podiatrist. 7. Get reoccurring or prolonged soreness checked by an experienced musculoskeletal expert. Simple foot or leg soreness can be a symptom of more serious underlying issues so needs to be correctly diagnosed and managed. GP’s and general podiatrist’s are often not be the best people to diagnose and manage lower limb pain and injuries, whereas an experienced Musculoskeletal Podiatrist has specific training and expertise in the intricacies of foot and leg biomechanics and function. Dr. Dowie treats foot, ankle, knee and leg pain, injuries and arthritis as well as children’s development concerns at his Foot and Leg Pain Clinic in Berwick. For appointments call 1300 328 300.
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High quality care McKenzie Aged Care Group was founded by a family who saw a need to create an environment that truly felt like a family home. For more than 20 years, the creation and growth of 17 homes that have become warm and welcoming communities, has been based on the foundations of family values. Like the core of any strong family – to put family first – McKenzie has always proudly stated that we put people first. The McKenzie family vision – to provide aged care homes that they would be proud to live in – started when sisters Sally and MaryAnn McKenzie opened their first home in 2001, in the inner Melbourne suburb of Windsor. Their vision continues today with homes around Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales, where the residents needs’ remain the focus at every stage, and where they truly feel like part of the McKenzie family. Mary-Ann McKenzie, director, says, “In a world where we are all impacted by the effects of Covid-19 and continually experiencing periods of isolation, lockdowns and separation from our loved ones, the family unit has never been more important. When families entrust their loved ones into our care, they will feel happy knowing that we are a family business that will care for their loved one like one of our own.” Each McKenzie home has its own unique character. Surrounded by beautiful gardens that offer a place to enjoy a coffee in the sunshine with friends and family, all homes feature a library, activities rooms and welcoming living spaces where you can enjoy the company of others. The light and spacious bedrooms include their own ensuite, some feature a private courtyard or balcony. Residents are encouraged to bring personal items, such as pictures and their favourite quilt – important
McKenzie Aged Care - where you’re part of the family. 251809 elements that help make the transition into their new home feel more comfortable. “At a time when family really matters, we want to provide the community with the confidence they need when its time to make a decision to enter aged care. McKenzie is a place where they’ll know that their family will matter,” director Sally McKenzie said.
McKenzie understands the decision to move into a home is a big step. That’s why we have dedicated team members ready to assist at every stage of the family’s journey into care. “What we say about ourselves is never as important as what families say about us. The letters and messages of gratitude we receive from residents and families confirms to us
that we are providing the quality care and support at a time of their lives when they need it most.” Your nearest McKenzie Aged Care home is Lynbrook Park, Lynbrook. To learn more and discover the quality care that McKenzie can provide for your loved one, call 1300 899 222 today or visit mckenzieacg.com
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Switch to quality aged care today. Are you unhappy with your current aged care provider? Are you looking for better care for a loved one? If you answered yes to these questions then you should know that switching to a new provider is possible and easy.
When the idea of retirement rolls around, some people are overjoyed by the thought of freedom, others look for the next thing they can do in their life. Volunteering at an organisation has been proven to offer seniors great benefits for their physical and mental health, as well as social connection. A report released by VicHealth in 2012 identified volunteering can help alleviate depression, increase satisfaction with life, lower the frequency of hospitalisation and boost a person’s ability to cope with illness. Volunteering doesn’t only improve the health and wellbeing of the volunteer but for those who are on the receiving end, there are also undeniable benefits. Volunteers help contribute to social change, bridge the gap between young and old, help engage people in the community
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and raise awareness around certain issues. The State of Volunteering Report released by Volunteering Victoria in 2020 showed the majority of the 2.3 million people who volunteer in Victoria are over the age of 65, totalling 78.9 per cent. Programs for volunteers can range from emergency relief, opportunity shop staff members, youth support officers, animal welfare, meals-on-wheels, soup kitchens and in-school support roles for disadvantaged students. Passing on knowledge, skills, expertise and wisdom may be the thing that most rewards you. Head to the Volunteering Victoria website to find an opportunity to suit your interests, https://www.volunteeringvictoria. org.au/for-volunteers/search-for-volunteer-roles/
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Making 2022 the year of you As we embark on 2022, it’s important to think about how you’re going to put yourself first and what changes this will mean for you in the new year. If you’ve been weighing up retirement options, there’s never been a better time to start planning and securing your future. If certainty, security, less home maintenance, and keeping your independence in a relaxed lifestyle are all important factors for you, one of Oak Tree’s boutique retirement villages could be the perfect fit. After spending years caring for others and working hard, retirement is the time where you can sit back and enjoy all you’ve earned. Make a bucket list of the things you’d like to achieve and places you’d like to visit, and with the newfound freedom and time you’ll have after moving into a village, you can start ticking them off! Oak Tree’s lifestyle offering means you have the luxury of spending more time doing what you love. Since making the move, residents Jan and David Allen often find themselves having a roll on the village bowling green, while Jan also attends exercise and arts and crafts classes run at the village. “We never saw ourselves living in a retirement village, but look at us now, we’re thriving.” If maintenance of the large family home is becoming too much for you to manage, you’ll no longer have to burden family members
with the task. Instead, you can spend quality time with them relaxing in your villa or enjoying the village facilities. More time for what matters Having less to worry about means you can dedicate more time to the things that enrich your life like hobbies and travel. Oak Tree residents Jan and David were apprehensive about making the move at first, but now can’t see themselves living anywhere else. “David was reluctant to move into a retirement village at first. Our old home was just too beautiful to leave. But now we’re here and settled we’ve both said we won’t be going anywhere else.” Jan is a long-time artist with a passion for painting. Since moving into the village, she has more time than ever to spend painting landscapes from photographs she took when she and her husband David travelled Australia in their caravan. They now have quite the collection of paintings from all of the
destinations they visited over the years. “We knew we were onto a good thing on that very first visit, and we were right. It was just as well we did go back with our deposit. There were other people due to look at it after us and I’m certain they would have bought it if we hadn’t.” Make 2022 the year you put yourself first and start securing your dream retirement. If simplicity, certainty, and more time for what matters are part of your new year resolution, then take the opportunity to visit a village with your family and experience the Oak Tree difference for yourself. This new year, your new life awaits you!
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Drew Gormlie, Amy Breen, then-Mayor Amanda Stapledon and Anthony Cheeseman at the opening Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS of Larte Central cafe. 198555
Then-Mayor Amanda Stapledon celebrates with Casey Cardinia Business of the Year recipients from Gumbuya World. 199194
Cr rocked by IBAC inquiry By Cam Lucadou-Wells Friends of the late Casey councillor Amanda Stapledon say she had been “deeply upset” by an IBAC investigation into alleged corruption by Casey councillors. With IBAC expected to finalise its report soon, Ms Stapledon’s close friend Kerril Burns said the protracted two-year ordeal had a deep impact. “The treatment of all people involved in all IBAC investigations needs to be thoroughly investigated. “This has dragged on for so long and it has to affect a person’s mind. “People who are not criminals should not be treated as such.” As a councillor, Ms Stapledon was interested in “every resident’s problems”, Ms Burns said. “When I first met Amanda I received the same cheerful smile to which all who know her are accustomed. “My memories of Amanda will always be of the wonderful caring person who loved her father, mother and son so much. “She loved Casey and Cranbourne in particular so much, and relished her time representing the residents of Casey. “She will be sorely missed by so many of us.” Former Casey councillor Colin Butler said Ms Stapledon’s passing was an “absolute tragedy”. “She was fine until (IBAC) hit and she went downhill from there. We tried and tried and tried but in the end it got her. “I didn’t think she’d take it to heart that badly. It didn’t matter how many times we said you did nothing wrong. “We’ve lost such an important person in the community. “I think she’s the most selfless person I’ve met. It wasn’t about her but about everyone else.” She’d help anyone regardless of politics or religious affiliation, he said. “She found time for everybody. I don’t know how – she said she just liked to keep going and going all the time. “I don’t think I’ve come across a more community-minded person-councillor-mayor in my life. She was way in front of everyone else.“ At the IBAC Operation Sandon inquiry in 2020, Ms Stapledon conceded that she’d failed to properly declare a conflict of interest at council – namely a $25,000 state election donation from property developer John Woodman who had a stake in rezoning industrial land in Cranbourne West. After the 2016 council election, Ms Stapledon also omitted declaring being part of Mr Woodman’s $100,000 campaign for a group of “like-minded” candidates. She had said she was uncertain whether Mr Woodman had funded the campaign. She also met with Mr Woodman shortly before being elected as mayor in 2018. “Mr Woodman has never asked me to do anything for him,” Ms Stapledon told the inquiry. “I need to be very clear there: he has done nothing improper in that regard.” 18 STAR NEWS
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Amanda Stapledon with a Christmas Tree at Bunjil Place. 188188 Close friend Rob Ward said Ms Stapledon may have been too naive and trusting of others. There was “not an ounce of malfeasance“ in her, he said. “She was an outstanding human being who will be greatly missed not just for what she did but for who she was. “A kinder, more generous, gentler person you could not find. Her dedication to her son for more than 20 years is legendary. “The pressure that IBAC brought to bear was intolerable. There are people who do the wrong thing that have no conscience but she was so tender that the thought of making a mistake was too much to bear.“ Former councillor Wayne Smith said Ms Stapledon was a “genuinely good representative who cared for her community”. “Her community was number one. That was shown in the fact she supported so many organisations. “It has come as a shock. “Last time I spoke to her was before last Christmas, she seemed OK. I’m disappointed she didn’t feel she could reach out.” Kay Morland, wife of late Casey mayor Mick
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Morland, said it was “impossible to recognise all that Amanda was to her family, her friends and this community”. She touched thousands with her tireless support for many community groups within and outside Casey. “She was the most community minded and caring human being I ever met,” Mrs Morland said. “Amanda always saw the best in everyone and was more than generous in her praise, support and encouragement to all. “We shared an ongoing joke about wearing the right shoes for the occasion and many times she would glance my way during a function, wink and hold out her foot for approval. “The world is a lesser place now she’s not here. RIP gorgeous girl. I hope you know how loved you were.” Former councillor Damien Rosario said Ms Stapledon was “truly the best of us”. “She truly did care about the community and worked very hard to improve things for the lives of her residents. “Even after council, she was volunteering with groups and guiding them – it was a testa-
Then-Mayor Amanda Stapledon celebrates with Casey Cardinia Business of the Year recipients from Gumbuya World. 199194 ment to who she was.” Ms Stapledon was the driver of the inclusive playground Livvi’s Place in Lyndhurst, Mr Rosario said. “Her name should have been on that plaque (at the playground).” In a statement, City of Casey stated Ms Stapledon focussed on improving access and inclusion for all. “As a sole carer of an adult child with a disability, she understood the pressure on families, carers, and our older persons. “Many would describe Amanda as someone who had dedicated her life, aside from her family, to helping others.” She also advocated for tourism, roads and key infrastructure as well as waste management and longer-term sustainability. “She is no doubt missed and mourned by many. “Rest in peace, Amanda Stapledon.” For crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au or beyond blue on 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Ex-Beaconsfield junior Tyla Hanks is rising rapidly in the AFLW.
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Casey Fields hosts AFLW By Marcus Uhe Casey Fields will play host to AFLW action on Saturday afternoon with Melbourne welcoming St Kilda at 3.10pm. The undefeated Demons have made a hot start to the season, leading at every break against the Western Bulldogs in round one before holding Richmond at arms-length last week for a 16-point victory to sit fourth on the ladder.
High-profile recruit Tayla Harris had made an immediate impact for the Demons, kicking three goals in the opening two fixtures and forming a dangerous partnership with fellow forward Kate Hore, who’s averaging two goals and 12 disposals per game. Beaconsfield Junior Football Club graduate and 2021 NAB AFL Rising Star Tyla Hanks is leading a midfield group still containing veteran Karen Paxman and emerging stars in Libby
Birch and Lily Mithen. St Kilda will be looking for their first win of the new competition after losses to Richmond and Collingwood have left them second-last on the ladder. The unavailability of key players including Dandenong Stingrays product, Tyanna Smith and Georgia Patrikios had made for a difficult beginning to the year, however they finished last week’s clash against Collingwood with a
Sports score new facilities in Lyndhurst Lyndhurst Football Netball Club, Lynbrook Cricket Club and Southern Rangers Cricket Club are just some of the clubs set for a bigger home advantage, thanks to the completion of stage one works on the Marriott Waters Pavilion at Marriott Waters Reserve. The project drew on a $1.1m funding package from the State Government to expand the older netball club room building to include two new change rooms to cater for local football, cricket and netball. Member for Cranbourne Pauline Richards MP was pleased to join representative of the home club to officially open the pavilion upgrades. “With grassroots sports back on the park, more than ever growing communities and clubs like those here in Lyndhurst need quality facilities they can depend on,“ Ms Richards said. “Sport and active recreation are not just good for our physical and mental health, it brings people together and builds communities in good and tough times. That’s why projects like these are so important.” A transformation of existing clubrooms into a larger community space with storage areas is still to come with stage two upgrades to start in January. Once complete, the pavilion upgrades will not only be a boost for local clubs and their players but will also provide new spaces for community groups to gather and meet and develop local programs. The government’s $1.1 million investment in the project is through the Local Sports Grants initiative with the City of Casey managing delivery of the project. 20 STAR NEWS
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head a steam, outscoring their highly-fancied in the final term. Tickets for the game are $10 for adults while entry for juniors (those under 18) is free, however juniors must obtain a ticket to the game prior to arrival. Tickets are not available to purchase the ground. For more information on tickets head to womens.afl/tickets/faq
Awards to go virtual By Jamie Salter
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The Casey Australia Day Awards 2022 are set to be held online this year to keep the community safe throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Due to the rise in positive Covid-19 case numbers, the City of Casey has made the decision to stream the event online. The ceremony will recognise and celebrate the contributions of community members and groups within Casey over the past year. The event will be streamed to the City of Casey Facebook page on Tuesday 25 January from 7pm and can also be accessed by visiting vimeo. com/662443974 Award categories include Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Senior Citizen of the Year, Local Hero of the Year and Community Group of the Year. Nominations for the awards have closed for this year’s ceremony. Those who have questions about the awards ceremony have been asked to phone Samantha Ellison or Katie Gillespie on 9705 5722. To view the 2021 award winners, visit casey.vic.gov.au cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Peninsula to prime time By Marcus Uhe As the Adelaide Strikers mowed-down their target of 162 against the Sydney Sixers in their Monday Big Bash League fixture, social media was ablaze: who is Ian Cockbain? The left-hander from Gloucestershire in the UK smashed 71 not out from 42 deliveries with five fours and four sixes after coming to the crease at 1-45 late in the fourth over, steering the Strikers to a dominant eight-wicket win and earning man of the match honours. While the wider cricket community may have been unaware of his talents, grassroots circles in Melbourne have grown accustomed to the Englishman, who made a habit of spending his English winters in Australia playing cricket as an overseas pro for a number of Melbourne cricket clubs, including Buckley Ridges in the Dandenong District Cricket Association and Langwarrin in the Mornington Peninsula Cricket Association. On Friday 14 January he added another club to that list, but this time found himself in the middle of the Adelaide Oval batting at three for the Strikers. And he has made his presence felt – his new club is three wins from three matches since he joined the squad and he’s averaging 123 with the bat, with a handy strike-rate of 148. “It’s been a bit of a whirlwind to be honest,“ he said. Cockbain was holidaying in Adelaide with his wife Amy and son Leo when good friend and Strikers teammate Daniel Worrall informed him he had suggested Cockbain as a potential call-up as the squad battled Covid-19 and surrendered players to international duty. The 34-year-old has earned a reputation over the last decade as a dashing middle order batsman in English County Cricket and was an inaugural member of the Welsh Fire in the first edition of the Hundred competition in 2021. “Things sort of fell into place and then I got a phone call a couple of days later to say that I was going to be joining the squad,” Cockbain said. He flew back to Melbourne to meet with the Strikers who were in town to play the Melbourne Stars, before following them to Queensland for their game against the Brisbane Heat on Wednesday 12 January. Facing a crunch period of three games in four days, head coach Jason Gillespie and Strikers management moved quickly to sign Cockbain following their big win against the Heat in order to have him ready for the clash against Perth, as they battled for the Jason Gillespie Trophy. Cockbain inked his contract on Thursday 13 January before donning the blue for the first time the following morning to face the Scorchers. Chasing 128, he came to the crease at 1/22 with a mandate to provide stability and control the middle overs. While wickets fell around him, an issue that had plagued the Strikers and was cited as a reason for Cockbain’s recruitment, he kept his head to finish with 35 not out from 24 deliveries, hitting the winning runs with a glorious inside-out cover drive over the infield for four. The setting provided an element of serendipity for Cockbain; his wife is from the City of Churches and he has played club cricket for East Torrens District Cricket Club in Adelaide’s west. “I was joking with the lads that Adelaide’s been a bit of a home away from home,” Cockbain said. “I’ve had three seasons here before and Adelaide’s always going to hold a special place in my heart with my wife being from here. “To be straight out there and be there at the end, to see the lads home, was awesome.” The next day he backed it up with a runa-ball 17 against the Melbourne Stars, where he went toe-to-toe with former East Torrens teammate and Australian leg spinner Adam Zampa, a key member of Australia’s recent T20 World Cup winning squad. He was frustrated to go out in the manner he did, stumped coming down the wicket and not picking the wrong-un as it went past his outside edge, but it mattered little as the Strikers claimed a 23-run victory. In turning out for the Strikers, Cockbain cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Ian Cockbain in action for the Adelaide Strikers. 265251 was forced to temporarily forgo his commitments to Langwarrin, missing their clash with Sorrento last weekend. And having been signed for the remainder of the Big Bash season, his availability for the upcoming fixtures against Baden Powell and Long Island is in jeopardy. He said it wasn’t an easy phone call to have with his coach, Matt Prosser, but they were thrilled to see him selected for higher honours. “Everyone at the club has been super happy
for me to pick up the gig at the Strikers and they’re all behind me,” Cockbain said. “They couldn’t have been more accommodating for my wife and my little boy too. They’ve looked after us so well.” This is Cockbain’s first season at Langwarrin having made the move from Buckley Ridges in the offseason. He enjoyed a fine 2020/21 season for Buckley Ridges, averaging 42 from seven innings
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Show of support. Felise Kaufusi is a player of Tongan descent that currently plays for Melbourne Storm. 265349 “The south-east is a real stronghold for rugby league with our club and the Warriors being clearly the two most popular teams. “We expect to again go very close to reaching the capacity which has been set at 8000 for this game with Covid-19 protocols in place. “I know our players are very much looking forward to both the trial and the open training session where our members and fans will see first hand how they’re preparing for round one and our return to AAMI Park on March 22.”
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Hat-trick allows Corrin to make a huge first impression By David Nagel Some say making a first impression is everything in life…well if that’s the case then Aaren Corrin will never forget his first spell of bowling for his brand-new cricket club – Nar Nar Goon/Maryknoll on Saturday. Corrin, who transferred from Lang Lang to Nar Nar Goon over Christmas, experienced a roller-coaster ride against Pakenham in WGCA E Grade on the weekend, starting nervously before finishing in style…claiming the second hattrick of his career. Corrin would finish with figures of 4/41 from his eight-over spell, bowling one maiden along the way – but that only tells part of the story. “It didn’t start too good, being my first game with the club I didn’t know the blokes I was playing with, knew nothing about the opposition, so they handed me the ball and I got slog-sweeped for six first ball,” Corrin said. “The captain asked me if I would like to change the field. I put a player at deep-midon and the second ball went straight to him – but he was three-quarters in and the ball landed over his head and went for four. “I was pretty nervous; it wasn’t the ideal start with a new club.” The 33-year-old left-arm off-spinner would go for 15 from his first over before changing angles, going from over to around the wicket and going for just two in his second over. “That felt better, I started to get into a rhythm then.” cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
Aaren Corrin claimed a hat-trick on Saturday in his first-ever game for Nar Nar Goon/ Maryknoll. 265094 Picture: SUPPLIED Corrin, who lives in Hampton Park with his wife Mellissa and three children, Cooper John, Ethan and Nevaeh, made the switch from Lang Lang to Nar Nar Goon to provide a fresh start to the new year for both he and his young family.
A strong connection with Nar Nar Goon/ Maryknoll coach Mansoor Ahmad – who coached Corrin when both played at Aura Vale three years ago – was another magnetising force when it came to changing clubs. “Manny worded up the captain (Brandon Interlandi) that I could bowl a bit, but I don’t know what he was thinking after two balls,” Corrin said with a chuckle. It may not have been obviously clear from the outset, but Ahmad was spot on in his assessment of Corrin – whose previous record suggests he certainly could bowl a bit. Playing for another previous club, Kooweerup, back in 2016, Corrin claimed a hat-trick in D Grade against Emerald, finishing with the impressive figures of 6/22. And then last season, playing for Lang Lang, Corrin bagged career-best figures of 6/18 to lead the Swamp Tigers to victory over Cranbourne Meadows. But Saturday at Toomuc Reserve, taking on the Lions, well that threw up some difficult new challenges to overcome. The Marygoons had made some early breakthroughs, having the Lions 3/26 at one stage, before Pakenham skipper Scott Webster (61) and veteran superstar Dale McCraw (55) put on an 84-run stand for the fourth wicket. Now settled, Corrin would break the partnership in his third over, taking out McCraw’s off stump, before finding his rhythm and bowling a much-improved spell. It was his eighth and final over when that first impression with his teammates went from a little shaky to something none of them would forget in a hurry.
Webster, who attempted a similar slog sweep to the one that cleared the ropes off Corrin’s first ball, skied his mistimed shot and was caught by Daniel Rodger, before James Ahern became Corrin’s second victim. “He had spooned a ball earlier to cover, so we put a short-cover in and sure enough he hit it straight to him,” Corrin recalled. “I was then on a hattrick…but kept the same field.” The final battle to overcome was not an easy assignment, with Pakenham batter Mick McLaren an experienced campaigner who has seen it all on a cricket field. “I pitched it up, he came forward, it hit him on the pads and we all went up like crazy,” Corrin said. “I really didn’t think his teammate was going to give it…but his finger went up and it was all very exciting. “I was excited, especially being my first game for the Goon, to actually go out and do something that’s not an easy thing to do was a memorable experience. “I’ve been lucky enough to do it before, so it wasn’t new to me, but the other guys were all pretty excited as well. “Everyone had found out about it by the time we got back to the club and clapped me as I got out of the car, it was a good feeling, being my first game, having everyone congratulate me like that was a really good feeling.” That, Aaren Corrin, is how you make a good first impression! Thursday, 20 January, 2022
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An assault at Arch Brown By Tyler Lewis Blink and you would’ve missed it. Jordan Wyatt is familiar with enchanting knocks, but it would be hard to find one as fabulous as the 119-ball special he peeled off on Saturday. Springvale South was set 180 by Berwick in the Dandenong District heavy-weight bout, and when Wyatt walked to the crease the Bloods had 171 to get. When he walked off, he had 124 of them. It would be easy to assume an innings of 124 runs from 119 balls with eight fours and five sixes would be one compiled with ease, but making such a presumption against this Berwick bowling attack would be foolish. Like every batter that has taken guard against the likes of Andrew Perrin, Matt Chasemore and James Wilcock this year, Wyatt struggled early. The conditions suited the bowlers and Perrin was sending them through at a bustling clip. It didn’t come easy early, but by the end Wyatt could do no wrong, striking his final 74 balls for a whopping 111. While the knock left many needing to collect their jaw from the turf on their way out of Arch Brown Reserve, a performance such as this one is deeply no surprise, given the talent Wyatt possesses. Despite having a break from cricket, one of Wyatt’s most recent knocks was a scintillating 107 from just 80 balls against Ringwood for Casey-South Melbourne two seasons ago. While many would’ve missed seeing Wyatt terrorise bowling attacks, his break from cricket assisted him in finding his love for the game again. “It was good to have a bit of a break and get the love for cricket back again,” Wyatt said. “I wasn’t meant to be playing cricket at all,
Jordan Wyatt had 124 reasons to smile when he walked off the ground on Saturday afternoon. Picture: SPRINGVALE SOUTH FACEBOOK I was meant to be getting shoulder surgery in November, I am on the waiting list for it. “It has been delayed because of Covid, so I ended up getting a call, they (Springvale South) asked if I wanted to play and I said ‘I’ll call my surgeon and make sure before I confirm, but it sounds good’. “But it was good to get some runs and make the most of the opportunity I had yesterday out in the middle,” Wyatt said. Wyatt put on over 100 with opener Mitch Forsyth, the pair were travelling along at the same speed before Wyatt’s shift in car emerged.
A shift in which he can pin-point. “They’re a very good attack, no doubt,” Wyatt said. “Initially I really struggled, my first 13 runs came off 45 balls, I was really struggling. “It just took one ball, I hit (Matt) Chasemore for six over square leg and from that moment onwards, it sort of turned for me I guess, I felt comfortable. “I just made sure I gave myself a chance, I wanted to earn the right to score runs later in the innings, I felt like I did that later in the innings.
“Which is previously something I haven’t done well, I haven’t given myself enough time, it was nice – I went in the third or fourth over – and batted 37 overs after that, it was really nice to spend some time in the middle and win the game with my bat. “Which is also something I haven’t done previously,” he said. After a short period of time at the Bloods, Wyatt is confident this side has what it takes to break-through for that elusive Turf 1 premiership and is loving every moment he is spending at the club. “I certainly think we have the ability to go all the way,” he said. “There are some really good sides in the competition, anyone can beat anyone on their day. “We have to be performing at the right time of the year and hopefully this is a sign that we can beat the best sides. “I have been really impressed by the group, I absolutely love the club, they have been fantastic to me and so welcoming. “We celebrate each other’s successes… it’s been a ball, mate,” Wyatt said. In other results across the DDCA: Buckley Ridges defeated Narre Warren in style chasing down 215 inside 32 overs. Bucks boom recruit Mahela Udawatte dashing to 98 before being trapped in front by James Elliott. Josh Holden continued his strong season, crunching an unbeaten 92 in his side’s victory. In the contest between North Dandenong and Hallam Kalora Park, it was the Hillard’s day. Ryan Hillard was stupendous with the ball in the first innings, snaring 4/10, before grand final hero Ben noodled his way to 42 in reply. The Hawks chased down the total of 118 in the 39th over with seven poles in the bank.
Heart-break for Swannies By Tyler Lewis “The guys were disappointed, any loss hurts… but specifically as close as that – off the last ball – it stings a bit more.” Casey-South Melbourne coach Will Carr felt for his group, who didn’t do a lot wrong on Saturday. After seven hours of cricket, 99.5 overs, it all came down to the final delivery of the day. The Cats came into the final Luke Shelton over needing seven runs with six wickets in hand. Shelton bowled his first five balls to perfection, leaking just three runs and managing to snare a wicket. But with the final ball – the Cats needing four to win – Josh Larkin was able to split a gap down the ground, find the rope and secure a thrilling win. The pain for the Swans was evident through the reaction of wicket-keeper Devin Pollock – who didn’t move a centimetre once the ball left the bat and streamed to the rope. The truth is, the Casey-South Melbourne outfit played splendidly. It got off to another terrific start through openers Luke Manders and Ashley Chandrasinghe and capitalised at the end, posting 242. While the defeat cut deep, Carr was once
again pleased by his opening pair at the top setting another sensational platform. “They complement each other really well,” Carr said of his opening duo. “Luke Manders has taken the more aggressive type role and Ash takes the anchor role. “It lays a nice little platform for three, four and so on to come in and build on that. “It’s what you want from your opening partnership, especially in a white ball game, to get you off to not only a quick start, but get through the power play at least.” Despite the disappointment in losing such a close game clear in Carr’s voice, the Swans are taking positives out of a match that could’ve quite easily fallen its way. “To be a bit a cliche, we take the positives out of it,” he said. “Geelong are a hard side to beat down there, they have some good players. “We will learn from that and be better for that; try and reflect on little moments in the game where we could’ve saved a run or two, or made (an extra) run or two. “Once the pain subsides, we will be better for the experience,” Carr said. Though no game in Premier Cricket is an easy win, the Swans will head in favourites in the next four fixtures, including Richmond this week at Central Reserve.
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Michael Wallace has been a beacon all year for the Swans, across all comps he’s hit 400 Picture: STEW CHAMBERS runs. 262690
Former local downs Casey By Tyler Lewis Despite suffering a loss in Tuesday night’s Vic Super Slam semi-final at the hands of the impressive St Kilda unit, it’s evident this Swans outfit is travelling in the right direction under Will Carr. The Swans made it through to the final four of the Victorian Premier Cricket twenty-20 competition through the wild-card entry, being the second best performer of the overall three divisions (west, central and east). Unluckily for the Swans, they drew St Kilda, a side which across both formats are yet to suffer a defeat. Skipper Michael Wallace won the toss and elected to bat, and rightfully so, his group is batting tremendously at the minute. Wallace himself got his group off to a flyer, belting 48 from just 35 deliveries, flaying the ball to all parts of Harry Trott Oval. While Wallace made it look easy, his counterparts struggled to strike the ball so cleanly, posting 8/143 from its allocated overs. The visitors were able to land a blow early, with Callum Dodson removing Tom
Russ with just 15 runs on the board, but unfortunately for the Swans, it brought former Dandenong batter, Ed Newman to the crease. Newman has relished in his move to St Kilda and it showed once again on Tuesday night. The supremely talented left-hander crunched an unbeaten 70 from 50 balls, a 69 minute onslaught to which he found the rope four times and cleared it on three occasions. And while Newman took the game away from the Swans and registered what appears to be a somewhat regulation win, the Swans were presumably only 15 runs, or a wicket short of winning the match and heading into the final next week. The win for the Saints may also come as a bitter pill to swallow for the Swans crossregion rivals, Dandenong, who lost Newman at the conclusion of last year. Across all formats, Newman’s best aggregate season at Dandenong was 529 at 31, but after just 11 hits in his new threads, the destructive batter already has 432 runs and has passed double-figures in all bar two hits. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
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Cranbourne bowler Danny Meyer was nice and relaxed before his game.
Anne Munro was part of a winning rink playing in her first game of pennant bowls.
Stan Myers has been in good form of late.
Upset loss for Cranbourne CRANBOURNE BOWLS Playing at home Cranbourne had high aspirations of a strong victory against Ferntree Gully but despite winning on three rinks came up short by three shots at the end of play. At the half-way mark of the season Cranbourne has had five wins and two losses with an exciting game scheduled against Narre Warren next Saturday. The second and third sides also lost but the fourths and fifths recorded wins. In mid-week bowls the Cranbourne top side won by four shots against Narre Warren. Covid is having an impact on the availability of a number of players which is making it difficult to fill all teams at present. New bowler Anne Munro played her first game and had a win thanks to Skip and club legend Stan Burnett who gave her encouragement and direction. Saturday Pennant Side 1 - Division 2 Sec 5 Coming off a five-game winning streak Cranbourne were a little flat in the early stages of the game against Ferntree Gully and although they bridged the gap, they still went down by
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three shots to record a loss for the start of the year. Skip Doug Boggie played exceptionally well despite not being 100% fit, backed up by his team of Danny Meyer, Stan Myers and Peter Elgar they won by 14 shots. Skip Jay Tootell won by four shots and Skip Noel Hardy won by two shots. Cranbourne 67 (6 points) lost to Ferntree Gully 70 (12 points) Side 2 - Division 2 Sec 6 No joy for Cranbourne against Burden Park going down by 54 shots. Skip Jammie Corney was the only winning rink winning by two shots. Cranbourne 61(2 points) lost to Burden Park 115 (16 points) Side 3 - Division 3 Sec 6 Two rinks up and two rinks down but Cranbourne were defeated by 24 shots against Berwick. Skip Yvonne Van Der Wees and her team of Bob Scott, Gwen Scott and Neil Fotheringham won by five shots. Cranbourne 65 (4 points) lost to Berwick 85 (14 points)
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Side 4 - Division 6B Sec 6 (12 a side) A win for Cranbourne by 21 shots. Skip John Mulder, Scott De Piazza, Phil Nielsen and Bob Bellamy won by 11 shots. Cranbourne 62 (16 points) defeated Clayton 41 (0 points) Side 5 - Division 7 Sec 7 (12 a side) Another win for Cranbourne and for new bowler Anne Munro a win in her rink in her first game of bowls. Skip Peter Colthup, Cheryl Wright, Norm Coley and Frank Male won by 13 shots which was another great effort from an inform side. Cranbourne 61 (14 points) defeated Berwick 52 (2 points) Mid-Week Pennant Side 1 - Division 2 Sec 6 Two wins in a row against quality opposition was a pleasing result. This week Cranbourne defeated Narre Warren by four shots in a thrilling game. Skip Steve Hickson and his crew of Gary Farrington, Barry Graham and Lynne Wood won by 14 shots while Skip Chris Griffiths and his crew of Harry Van Soest, Jim Williams and Brian Caddell won by 12 shots.
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Cranbourne 57 (14 points) defeated Narre Warren 53 (2 points) Side 2 - Division 3 Sec 6 Cranbourne had a good game against Monbulk but went down by seven shots in the end. Skip Tony Whalley and his team of Derek Maguire, Kath Dudink and Lyn Whalley won by 15 shots. Cranbourne 55 (2 points) lost to Monbulk 62 (14 points) Side 3 - Division 3 Sec 7 A win for Cranbourne by 43 shots against Mulgrave was a great result. Skip John Gardner and his crew of Roger Roscoe, John Mulder and Bob Dickson won by 20 shots while Skip Peter Colthup won by 18 shots and Skip Yvonne van der Wees won by five shots. Cranbourne 82 (16 points) defeated Mulgrave 39 (0 points) Side 4 - Division 4 Sec 6 Cranbourne were down on luck in this game with all three rinks losing by small margins. Cranbourne 49 (0 points) lost to Dandenong RSL Rec 60 (16 points) -Garry Hunt
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Softball stars enjoy return to the diamond at Casey Casey Softball returned to the diamond a few weeks earlier than normal from the Christmas break this year due to a delayed start to the season. Another Covid curve ball has been thrown the club’s way but it still managed to get all but two of its teams back on the diamond. Starting off the day was the ‘Under 16 Fully Loaded Competition’ between the two Cobras teams - Maroon and U16D. Cobras U16D had a steady start with five runs in each of the first and second innings, with Maroon starting slow - just one in the first and then a more productive 10 in the second, making it 11-10 after two. U16D shut out the Maroons in the bottom of the third innings, then came from behind by scoring two runs to snatch a thrilling 1211 win. Jordan Hill was best for the U16D team and Ryan Berkelmans best for the Maroons. Unfortunately, the Under-13 competition was hardest hit by Covid. However, there were enough players to make two full sides, so they all mixed together and had a very fun practise match. Hopefully next weekend all sides will be back to full strength. The first of the Women’s Social games was played between Cranbourne Comets and the Narre Warren Penguins. cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au
Softball returned to Casey on the weekend after a shorter than usual Christmas break. 233828 Picture: ROB CAREW Both teams came out swinging with three to the Comets in the first innings and 10 to the Penguins. The pitchers gained some control after that with one run a piece in the second, then nil all in the third, and then two to the Comets in the fourth. The Penguins strong start saw them win 11-6.
Best for the Penguins was Ros Cooke and Emily Lever for the Comets. The second Social Women’s game was a run feast between Cobras and MVPs. Cobras started steady with four runs in the first, but MVPs then flew out of the boxes with a massive 13 runs in reply. Cobras got their bats going with eight
runs to one in the second, making it 14-12 in MVPs favour after two innings. A tight third by both teams only saw one more run scored, and MVPs winning a tight one 15-12. Best for MVP’s was Karen Thomson and Ava Harrison for the Cobras. The Open Men contest saw Cranbourne take on the Comets with teams playing one short to make the playing field level. The game was tight for the first two innings seeing Cranbourne up 2-1. Cobras were then able to string a few hits together in the third scoring four runs. Two evenly matched teams played out a thrilling 5-3 run win to the Cobras. Best for Cranbourne was Heath Lewis and for the Cobras Chris Black. Finally, the Open Women’s ‘Fully Loaded’ teams took to the diamond, seeing Berwick Comanches take on Doveton Destroyers. A highly entertaining game had everything, with great fielding and good team batting from both sides. Young Destroyer Ava Harrison took a fabulous outfield catch covering a lot of ground to catch the ball in centre/right, and Comanches Emily Lever was hitting well and bringing in runs. A great game saw Comanches win 14-10. Thursday, 20 January, 2022
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