Mail - Ranges Trader Star Mail - 1st February 2022

Ranges Trader

The 2022 school year begins

Group looks to find independent Casey candidate

PAGE 3

PAGE 7

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

Mail

A Star News Group Publication

A shift in Streeton ward by-election nominees

Ferntree Gully artist to appear on international TV show

PAGE 7

PAGE 14 Phone: 5957 3700 Trades and Classifieds: 1300 666 808

12496493-NG22-21

Top honours

Janet McFadyen received her OAM medal for her work supplying quilts to those in need.

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS

Two Dandenong Ranges residents received Order of Australia honours on Australia Day. Dr Graeme Moad, a highly-respected researcher and scientist, added an appointment as a companion to the Order of Australia to his long list of achievements and Janet McFadyen received a Medal of the Order of Australia for her community work supplying quilts to those in need.

Ms McFadyen, who received the OAM for “service to the community through charitable organisations,” said she didn’t believe it when the award was announced.

“This doesn’t happen to quilters, it happens to people who cure cancer or do something big through work, not to people that run the grassroots sort of events.” Ms McFadyen said.

Dr Moad received his appointment as a companion due to his “eminent service to science, particularly polymer design and synthesis and radical polymerization, education through mentoring, and to professional scientific organisations.”

Read more on page 6

Aus Day awards School also won the Ken McIntosh Memorial Award for young environmental achievers.

A number of Yarra Ranges locals also won certificates of recognition from Yarra Ranges Council.

David Jewell received his for the volunteer IT support he has supplied to Burrinja Cultural Centre, Luke Pedley received a certificate because of volunteer support during the June

2021 storms, Upwey Pizza was recognised for going above and beyond what is expected of a local business by giving back to their community who faced the difficulties during the Covid-19 pandemic and Emerald CFA captain Paul Yandle and his Help for the Hills Dandenong Ranges taskforce were recognised for their important role in helping the community still affected by the June storms.

In Cardinia Shire, Cockatoo RSL volunteer Carol Thompson shared the honour of being named Cardinia Shire Council’s Citizen of the Year. Ms Thompson also won the Connecting Cockatoo’s Citizen of the Year.

Cockatoo Community market was named Community Event of the Year by both Cardinia Shire Council and Connecting Cockatoo.

Read more on pages 4 and 5 12526438-SN50-21

Residents throughout the Dandenong Ranges were honoured with Australia Day awards from Yarra Ranges and Cardinia Shire.

Olinda local Harry Bruce-Tennant won Yarra Ranges Council’s young citizen of the year for his efforts to bring people together after the devasting June storms.

A group of year five and six students - nicknamed the Green-Gang - at The Patch Primary

- SELLER, AMBROSE ST, EMERALD Amanda Charles Ph: 0400 347 968 12a Kilvington Drive, Emerald www.kayecharles.com.au

12533633-SN05-22

READY FOR ACTION CATALOGUE OUT NOW

12533634-JW05-22

“MY PROPERTY SOLD IN 5 DAYS AND ACHIEVED (BY NEGOTIATION) ABOVE THE ASKING PRICE.”

Cnr Main & Silvan Roads, Monbulk PH: 9756 6306

NEWS

Supporting CFAs affected

by Black Summer fires

Helping to bounce back Cardinia Shire Council has announced a free business recovery workshop to assist small businesses in disasters response preparation and management.

The workshop will feature a presentation and question and answer session with Jan Barned, a renowned financial management trainer with over 20 years experience working with small business.

Following the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, Covid-19 and the June storms, the workshop aims to provide businesses with a better understanding of how to plan and prepare for disaster events, including how businesses can identify key issues following disaster events and how they can restructure their businesses to benefit from future opportunities.

The details for the workshop are listed below: Date: Wednesday, 16 March 2022 Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm Where: Emerald Hills Hub, 402 BelgraveGembrook Rd, Emerald.

During the workshop, attendees will be provided with a workbook, templates and checklists, as well as a copy of Ms Barned’s award winning book Disaster Recovery Toolkit and the publication Improving Business Performance for Small Business.

Lunch will provided at the workshop, with RSVPing required for catering purposes. Limited spaces are available so participants are encouraged to enquire early.

For more information or to RSVP: Contact Council’s Economic recovery officer on recovery@cardinia.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 787 624.

· · ·

Sent – 15th Feb

Sent – 23rd Feb

Getting there.

Glad I’m back!

Eliza (work) – 1st Feb

Eliza (work) – 20th Feb

How are you?

See you soon.

Sassafras-Ferny Creek members Sarah Krumins, John Schurink and Ray Krumins present power tools, safety and hand tools to David Jackson from the Bruthen Men’s Shed.

Pictures: SASSAFRAS - FERNY CREEK FIRE BRIGADE

Ray Krumins presents a cheque to Lynton Hill, Gelantipy CFA Captain.

The recipient organisations expressed their enormous gratitude to the communities involved with Sassafras-Ferny Creek and Belgrave fire brigades who donated the equipment.

12532351-JC05-22

Cardinia Shire Council has announced a free business recovery workshop in March.

Picture: SUPPLIED

Sassafras-Ferny Creek and Belgrave fire brigades have reignited a project aimed at helping support colleagues in East Gippsland following the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires.

The initiative began with a successful expedition in February 2020, where volunteers spent a weekend in the region replacing hundreds of metres of fencing decimated by the bushfires. Further assistance was prevented by Covid-19 restrictions.

CFA member Lyndy Jewell came up with the idea while she spent time in the East Gippsland area alongside other brigade members during the worst of the 2019-2020 fire response.

Builder Ray Krumins helped secure thousands of dollars worth of tools and timber provided by Bowen’s timber and building supplies in Hallam and Hikoki Power Tools in Sydney.

Mr Krumins, alongside Sarah Krumins and John and Betty Schurink, returned to East Gippsland to evenly distribute power tools and other supplies to the Gelantipy CFA brigade, Buchan CFA brigade and the Bruthen Men’s Shed.

The Gelantipy brigade also received just over $3200, raised for community use.

“With the project effectively stalled for two years by Covid and the immediate need for assistance with fencing passed, it was felt the best thing we could do was distribute the hardware to our CFA colleagues and to the Men’s Shed,” Mr Krumins said.

“That way there will at least be an enduring expression of our support for these small communities that have endured some really tough times over the past two years.”

The sooner you get in touch after an injury, the better the return to work journey.

If you’re recovering from a psychological or physical workplace injury, or if you are an employer supporting an injured worker, make contact as soon as possible. It just takes a few simple words to make a big difference.

The sooner, the better. worksafe.vic.gov.au/thesoonerthebetter

2 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

mailcommunity.com.au

NEWS

IN BRIEF

Kicking off 2022

By Parker McKenzie Primary schools around the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley returned for term one on Monday 31 January, with teachers, staff and student support busily preparing for their return in the lead up to the first day.

Students returned to government schools on 31 January for term one, which runs until April 8.

Ferny Creek Primary School principal Anni Smart said while there is some anxiety surrounding Covid cases, the school has implemented safe practice to ensure there is minimal disruption to term one.

“Our students arrive in bubbles and they leave in bubbles. Throughout the day, Year ones and twos are in one bubble, the threes and fours are in another separate from the fives and sixes,” she said.

“We’ve been through this already; this is the third year running now that we’ve had to have Covid safe practices here.”

Students at Ferny Creek Primary School will return to class on Tuesday 1 February.

Upwey Primary School students returning to school for their first day of term one.

Picture: UPWEY PRIMARY SCHOOL Ms Smart said students, staff and parents were all excited for the return of school.

“They all seem very enthused and very much

looking forward to coming back,” she said.

“We actually have a set of twins starting next year, so that’s quite exciting.”

Kallista Primary School acting-principal Rachel Stone said the staff and the student council have been busily preparing for the return of students.

“We’re all really excited that the students are going to be coming back on site on Monday,” she said.

“We are abiding by the Department of Education’s ventilation requirements and we’ve received our filter machine.”

The Victorian State Government promised 51,000 ventilation machines would be delivered to government and low-fee non-government schools by the start of term one.

To ensure minimal disruption to the start of the school year, the Victorian Government announced a four-week plan with a focus on rapid-antigen testing of staff and students.

The government is recommending all primary and secondary staff and students test themselves twice weekly to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

A south-east resident is leading the call for the Victorian Government to restart elective surgeries which had been paused due to the number of people currently in hospital.

Elective surgeries were temporarily suspended on Thursday 6 January to reduce the pressure on the Victorian health system, as a rise in Covid-19 diagnoses saw a spike in patients admitted to hospitals and severe shortages in available hospital staff.

Noelene Nolan sustained significant injuries when she was the victim of two terrifying home invasions in Hampton Park in 2017.

Since 2019 she has been waiting for facial surgery to treat the wound on the right side of her face, where her parotid gland slashed during the home invasion, which has caused the onset of Freys Syndrome, a condition where saliva leaks from the wound on her face onto her cheek when she eats or drinks.

Delay in receiving treatment for injuries has meant that she cannot receive treatment for respiratory issues, sleep apnoea or further surgery for vocal chord dysfunction.

“It started off as a category three, it is category two semi-emergency and soon moving to category one, because I risk permanent disfigurement,” Ms Nolan said.

“I have severe diabetes, I have severe lymphedema, I have the vocal chord dysfunction, and through constant long-term use, because I can’t get into a respiratory clinic, they’ve put me on prednisolone, which is a high-strength steroid which is

now starting to cause the early onset of glaucoma, which means I will eventually lose my vision.”

The Injuries sustained by Ms Nolan during the home invasion resulting in “numerous back fractures” and significant damage to both knees, so much so that she requires a walking frame and limits time spent standing to 10-minute intervals to avoid experiencing substantial pain.

Ms Nolan has also criticised the decision to recommence in vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedures in Victoria, announced on Sunday 23 January, citing double standards.

“How do we justify starting IVF treatment, and putting that above people who have serious medical conditions, which can be critical, and people are dying left right and centre?

“My biggest fear is that I’m scared I’m going to fall through the cracks, because all my other health conditions until my surgery, are being neglected.”

Speaking from Ms Nolan’s Cranbourne home on Tuesday, State Opposition leader Matthew Guy said that Victorians were experiencing a “health crisis”.

“People are suffering in this state because elective surgery has been stopped,” Mr Guy said.

“It is no longer tenable for the government to just say we’ll get around to it, “The government’s got to stop treating people like pawns in a political game with Covid-19. Restart elective surgery and do it straight away.”

Victorian Shadow Health Minister Geor-

Man collides with light-pole Highway Patrol officers spotted a man collide with a light pole while conducting speed checks on Mountain Highway, Bayswater at 10.15pm on Sunday 23 January.

Police said they stopped the 26-year-old man, who later returned a positive result for illicit drugs.

The man was issues with fines of $981 and his license has been suspended for 6 months for drug-driving.

No other vehicles were involved in the accident and the driver wasn’t injured despite heavy damage to his vehicle.

Australia Day operations

Calls for elective surgeries to resume

By Marcus Uhe

The damage to the vehicle after police witnessed a man crash into a power pole.

Picture: KNOX EYEWATCH

On 24 January, highway patrol stopped a 42-year-old man who was allegedly speeding on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road.

Police said the man had a stolen firearm, firearm parts and ammunition in his vehicle and he returned a positive reading for illicit drugs.

The man was arrested and will face firearm and drug driving charges.

A 56-year-old man returned a positive result for illicit drugs after being stopped driving on Sherbrooke Road, Sherbrooke on Australia Day, 26 January.

The man will attend court and appear before a magistrate because of a prior offense for a similar matter.

The penalty for a subsequent offence is a minimum 12-month licence suspension.

gie Crozier, also in attendance on Tuesday, warned of potential long-term consequences of the ban.

“Category two and three (surgeries), some of those conditions will become more debilitating, put more pressure on people’s health conditions and they will become lifethreatening,” Ms Crozier said.

“There will be people that sadly succumb because they haven’t been seen to in a timely manner.”

Data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) released on Tuesday 25 January shows the number of patients being treated from Australia’s public hospital elective surgery waiting lists increased during 2020–21 as the hospitals worked to clear a backlog left by Covid-19-initiated suspensions the previous year.

Non-elective surgeries were temporarily suspended nationally in March 2020, reducing the number of elective surgeries performed in 2019-20 and contributed to creating a “backlog” of surgeries that had been delayed, according to AIHW spokesperson Dr. Adrian Webster. “‘Nationally, there were 754,600 admissions to hospital from the public elective surgery waiting lists in 2020–21, up from 688,000 admissions in 2019–20 but slightly lower than the 758,000 admissions in 2018– 19,” Dr Webster said.

There were 893,000 patients added to elective surgery waiting lists in 2020–21, up from 838,000 the previous year, and similar to the number added in 2018–19.

The AIHW defines elective surgery as “planned surgery that can be booked in advance as a result of a specialist clinical assessment.”

Kallista Community House closed The Kallista Community House will be closed until at least June because of damage caused by a ceiling collapse in October 2021.

Community House manager Sue Etherington said the building cannot be used because of health and safety concerns.

“We don’t have any more details for now but we’ll keep you posted with updates on our Facebook page,” Ms Etherington said.

“Hopefully our doors will be open again in July.”

She said the Community House will liase with Yarra Ranges Council, who they lease the building from, to organise repairs which are unlikely to be completed until June.

The Community House runs classes, workshops, social group activities, playgroups and also hires rooms in the facilities.

Anyone wishing to contact the Kallista Community House in the meantime should use the contact form at www.kallistacommunityhouse.org.au

ADVERTISEMENT

Please donate now 1 3 S A LV O S S A LV O S . O R G . A U

Harriet Shing MP LABOR MEMBER FOR EASTERN VICTORIA REGION

216 Commercial Road, Morwell VIC 3840 P: 1300 103 199 E: harriet.shing@parliament.vic.gov.au harrietshingmp @ShingvWorld Authorised฀by฀H฀Shing,฀216฀Commercial฀Rd,฀Morwell.฀Funded฀from฀Parliamentary฀budget.

mailcommunity.com.au

244 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville, 3777 General Enquiries Tel: 5957 3700 Email: enquiries@mailcommunity.com.au Distribution Enquiries Tel: 1300 654 910 Advertising Group Advertising Manager – Tracey Aitken Email: advertising@mailcommunity.com.au Editorial Editor – Renee Wood Email: editor@mailcommunity.com.au Classifieds Advertising Phone: 1300 666 808 Email: sales@networkclassifieds.com.au Deadlines: Display Advertising: 4PM Wednesday Trades: 4PM Thursday Classifieds: 4PM Friday Sports Results: 9AM Monday Managing Director: Paul Thomas

12521584-BL46-21

where it’s needed most

DELIVERING FOR LOCAL COMMUNITIES & FAMILIES AS WE GROW.

PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN OWNED & INDEPENDENT

12477005-JW03-21

In times of crisis, you can give

The Star Mail is published by Paul Thomas for Star News Group Pty Ltd ABN 98 238 557 339. All material is copyright to Star News Group Pty Ltd. All significant errors will be corrected as soon as possible. Distribution numbers, areas and coverage are estimates only. For terms and conditions please visit www.mailcommunity.com.au Print Post Number PP33445700014.

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 3

NEWS

Cockatoo’s event of the year

Carol Thompson has a long history of volunteering and has dedicated many hours to the Cockatoo RSL. 190357

Citizen of the year

By Shelby Brooks A Cockatoo RSL volunteer has shared the honour of being named Cardinia Shire Council’s Citizen of the Year.

Carol Thompson received the honour during an online ceremony held Tuesday 25 January for the shire’s 2022 Australia Day Awards.

She shared the win with Pakenham Cricket Club president Philip Anning after the shire was unable to decide between the two worthy residents.

Carol Thompson received her honour because she has a long history of volunteering and has dedicated many hours to the Cockatoo RSL. She joined the committee as secretary and treasurer in 2015 and has also been the bar

and events manager.

Carol has worked tirelessly with committee members to increase patronage and turnover.

In addition to running the traditional Anzac Day and Remembrance Day events, Carol has been instrumental in establishing regular social events at the RSL, including the annual free Christmas Day lunch, pool and Uno competitions, trivia nights, karaoke and live music.

Due to her ongoing dedication and contributions, Carol was nominated RSL President of the Year.

Since she and her family moved to Cockatoo in 1998, Carol has also been involved in Cockatoo Community Creche and Cockatoo Country Market and has supported young people in need.

Mayor Springfield said this year’s winners were once again chosen from a strong field of nominees.

“Both Philip and Carol have contributed so much to the local community, and both deserve to be recognised,” Mayor Springfield said.

“Philip is a strong advocate for the advancement of community sport and junior sport development. As president of the Pakenham Cricket Club, he ensures the club fosters an inclusive competition, and he has tirelessly fundraised for charity.

“Carol has a long history of volunteering and has dedicated many hours to the Cockatoo RSL. She has worked with committee members to increase patronage and turnover and has been instrumental in establishing regular social events at the RSL.”

The Cockatoo Country Market has won Cardinia Shire’s top gong as the 2022 Community Event of the Year.

The market was adapted to a virtual market during Covid-19 lockdowns but organisers were excited to host the March 2021 Twilight Market in person.

It was the most successful yet, with more than 2,500 attendees across the event.

The market provides a low cost and low risk platform for micro, homebased and artisan traders, with free advertising and profile building for stallholders.

The market also provides opportunities for local community groups to fundraise and attract new volunteers and participants for their programs.

A community barbecue is provided for community groups each month, adding to the fundraising and networking opportunities.

Now in its seventh year, the market contributes to the ongoing support and development of community organisations via its community grants program, which has awarded more than $22,000 to local groups for a variety of projects.

The Cockatoo Country Market has been named the event of the year.

Warm morning for Cockatoo’s Australia Day awards

By Jonty Ralphsmith A local RSL volunteer has taken out Connecting Cockatoo’s Citizen of the Year at the 2022 Australia Day Awards.

Carol Thompson received the honour in front of a small community gathering at Alma Treloar Reserve on Wednesday 26 January.

Ms Thompson moved to Cockatoo with her family in 1998 and has since been an active contributor to the community: as president of the Cockatoo Community Creche, stallholder at the Cockatoo Market and through her work at the Cockatoo RSL. After Ms Thompson’s tireless work establishing social events as secretary and treasurer of the RSL from 2015, she was nominated as president in 2022, making her the only affiliate member currently serving as president in Victoria.

Upon receiving her award, she spoke of her shock and said that volunteering was in her blood.

“It was a great surprise. There’s so many worthy people in the community and deserving people so to be nominated and actually win was amazing,” she told the Gazette.

Cockatoo’s other nominee for Citizen of the Year, Elise Turnedge, performed her song, Sound of the Generators, during the event organised by Connecting Cockatoo Communities.

Police and fire crews were among those in attendance and morning tea was served after the awards ceremony, with lamingtons from the Cockatoo Bakery on offer.

The Soopa Doopa Bush Band, who perform frequently at local gatherings, provided entertainment with Australian bush songs on the sunny morning.

Father Bob Maguire was also in attendance and gave an entertaining address.

Senior Citizen of the Year was awarded to 4 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

Jenny Reynolds for her contribution to the CFA, local cricket club and Cockatoo Senior Citizens Group.

The locals in attendance enjoyed catching up with Mrs Reynolds who has been forced to live in Pakenham since a tree damaged her house and caused her spinal and rib fractures in 2020, injuries she is slowly recovering from.

Mrs Reynolds said her absence had given her a greater appreciation for Cockatoo and she hoped to return in the next 12-24 months.

“People care for people here. You know that if there’s something wrong, there’s someone to help you because everyone backs each other and looks out for one another,” she said.

“It’s good to be here and get thanks so we know we’re appreciated.”

Jacynta Howden won Youth Citizen of the Year for her volunteering efforts at the Cockatoo Country Market and the Cockatoo and Emerald Emergency Support Team.

With her effervescent and affable personality, she is known widely around town so many people stopped to say hello during the interview.

“I give a massive thanks to Mum for pushing me outside my comfort zone and encouraging me to volunteer,” she said.

“It’s just how I was raised. I don’t feel like I’ve done that much in all honesty.”

Emerald and Cockatoo Emergency Support Team was awarded the Community Group of the Year for its provision of relief and recovery after weather events, particularly the storms in 2021.

The Event of the Year went to the Cockatoo Community Market; 2500 people attended the March 2021 twilight market and for large parts of the year the market adapted to hosting virtual events.

Across its seven years of operation, it has raised over $22,000 to go towards local projects.

Australia Day award winners pose with Father Bob Maguire. 266319

Pictures: RUTH SOUTH

Crowds at Alma Treloar Reserve’s amphitheatre. 266319 mailcommunity.com.au

NEWS

Harry’s symbol of hope

By Parker McKenzie Olinda local Harry Bruce-Tennant has won 2022 Young Citizen of the Year at the Yarra Ranges Council’s Australia Day awards.

14-year-old Harry won the award for his thoughtfulness, care and compassion for his community in the wake of the June storms.

He developed an idea for gemstone bracelets to be shared with community members as a reminder of the community spirit throughout the natural disaster.

Yarra Ranges Council Mayor Jim Childs said the bracelets were a symbol of hope for the community.

“Council is pleased to award Harry the Young Citizen of the year award,” Mayor Childs said.

“We thank him for his hard work during our community’s darkest days.”

After finding a wholesaler, he set up a website for people to tell their stories and distributed the bracelets at emergency relief centres in the Dandenong Ranges.

Harry has shared more than 500 bracelets to people over five months after receiving funding through Yarra Ranges Council.

Harry took the time out from being a ball boy at the Australian Open to accept his reward.

“There are many young people doing great

things in the community,” Harry said.

“My personal motto is seek respect, not attention, it lasts longer.”

Harry has also been chosen as a finalist in the Edstart Achievement Awards for Social Impact, where he received a grant, and also successfully applied for a Regional Arts Victoria Creative Recovery Grant.

A group of year five and six students at The Patch Primary School also won the Ken McIntosh Memorial Award for young environmental achievers.

Gang Green – formed in 1998 to help students understand the environment and its value – meets every Tuesday afternoon under the supervision of STEM educator Nina DeVreeze and school gardener Ken Colley.

The work of the students has helped shape the landscape at the school and helped provide outdoor classrooms.

Students have designed indigenous wildlife corridors, ornamental gardens and wetland environments which mitigate the impact of stormwater.

Harry Bruce-Tennant won the Young Citizen of the Year award from Yarra Ranges Council.

Picture: KATE BAKER

Residents, groups who have gone ‘above and beyond’

By Callum Ludwig Several local organisations, businesses and people have received certificates of recognition at the Yarra Ranges Council 2022 Australia Day awards for their work within the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley community.

David Jewell received a certificate for his IT support at Burrinja Cultural Centre, where he has assisted with technology and infrastructure upgrades for over 23 years. Mr Jewell has helping to improve the experience for visitors and community members through his work.

Mr Jewell has helped facilitate 20,000 tickets being purchased annually and guided Burrinja Cultural Centre’s services efficiently and effectively.

Beyond his work with Burrinja, Mr Jewell has offered his services to the wider community, with the Anglican Church in Tecoma, the Sherbrooke University of the Third Age and Belgrave Heights Christian School all benefitting from his generosity and assistance.

Mr Jewell’s volunteer IT support is estimated to have provided more than $40,000 worth of services to Burrinja Cultural Centre alone.

Yarra Ranges Council Mayor Jim Child said Mr Jewell is a key cog in keeping the Ferntree Gully and Dandenong Ranges community running smoothly.

David Jewell receiving his certificate of recognition for his volunteer work with Burrinja Cultural Centre. Picture: KATE BAKER “Without people like David, the hills would in some ways literally grind to a halt.”

Mayor Child said.

Luke Pedley received a certificate because of volunteer support during the June 2021 storms.

Alongside a group of volunteers, Mr Pedley set up The Hangout, a place where those affected by the storms could feel safe, connect with and share the company of others, and warm themselves by a fire that ran every hour of every day for an astonishing three weeks.

Mr Pedley worked with community groups, volunteers and council to provide a sense of connection and humanity in one

of the most devastating storms in Victoria’s history, even paying for food, drinks and a barbecue out of his own pocket before Repco and other suppliers stepped in to fund the effort.

Mayor Child believes Mr Pedley, his wife Tracey, his family and the small group of volunteers should all be commended for their efforts.

“The selflessness and caring evident in The Hangout is something Luke should be extremely proud of,” Mayor Child said.

“We’re thrilled to present Luke with this Certificate of Recognition, and proud to have him in our community.”

Upwey Pizza was recognised for going above and beyond what is expected of a local business by giving back to their community who faced the difficulties during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Upwey Pizza owners became well known for their willingness to pay it forward for their own customers, as well as supplying food to soup kitchens each week.

They have also supported local schools, sporting and recreational clubs through food, sponsorships and awards.

Mayor Child said the award reflects what Upwey Pizza gave to the community.

“The kindness and generosity shown by the Upwey pizza team is worthy of this cer-

tificate of recognition.” mayor Child said.

Emerald CFA captain Paul Yandle and his Help for the Hills Dandenong Ranges taskforce were recognised for their important role in helping the community still affected by the June storms.

Mr Yandle, utilising his 21 years of leadership, gathered a 200-strong skilled workforce for the Help for the Hills emergency response effort.

The diverse group was able to bring together chainsaw experience, truck and machinery donations, funding and time, with 125 storm-impacted properties being cleared over 3500 volunteer hours.

Mayor Child said the efforts undertaken

by Mr Yandle and Help for the Hills has made a world of difference for people impacted by the June storms.

“We’ve seen over the years that disaster can bring out the best in people,” Mayor Child said.

“A willingness to lend a hand, listen and help, putting others ahead of yourself, and caring and creating a safety to catch others going through some of the worst times of their lives. Paul and the wider Help for the Hills group’s work is a perfect example of this.”

Plans are currently underway to reform the taskforce ahead of the 2022 bush fire season.

Smile Squad is on its way The Victorian Government is making it easier for our kids to get the dental care they need.

Find out more at smilesquad.vic.gov.au

12530990-HC05-22

mailcommunity.com.au

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 5

NEWS

Quilter receives deserved award

By Parker McKenzie Janet McFadyen didn’t believe she’d been honoured with an Order of Australia when it was first announced.

“This doesn’t happen to quilters, it happens to people who cure cancer or do something big through work, not to people that run the grassroots sort of events.” Ms McFadyen said.

The Order of Australia - for “service to the community through charitable organisations,” - was given to Ms McFadyen for her donation of thousands of quilts to people in need since she started making them in the early 1990s.

“We moved down to Ferntree Gully four years ago to look after the grandchildren. I’m proud of what I was doing in country Victoria and sending quilts around regional areas and interstate, but since we’ve been in Melbourne it’s been a lot easier to network.” she said.

Ms McFadyen was a health manager at a hospital in Shepparton for 35 years before moving to the South-East of Melbourne, where she said she saw people in need and felt compelled to help.

When the Black Summer bushfires occurred, Ms McFadyen organised 2300 quilts to be donated to residents of the worst affected areas like King Lake.

“That’s when I named it Oz Comfort Quilts, because until then it was just Jan Mac Quilts,” she said.

“I was getting so many donations from around Australia and even overseas that I thought it was better to make it a more inclusive group.”

During 2009 – at the height of the devastation during the bushfires – stories from media outlets around the world helped bring attention to Oz Comfort Quilts, and Ms McFadyen said she asked for donations of blocks to be stitched into larger quilts.

“I received thousands of blocks all around the world, from South Africa, Israel, Reunion Island, Canada, Latin America, England and lots from Holland, Germany and all over the place. It was just incredible,” she said.

“Most quilts would take 35 of these blocks and some people would send four to six of them, then I just combined them all into quilts.”

Last year, Ms McFadyen and her network of quilters from around Australia and the world donated 753 quilts to people in need, whether it was from natural disaster, homelessness, drug and alcohol recovery or domestic violence.

Marg Hall has posthumously been awarded an OAM. Picture: SUPPLIED

Marg Hall honoured

Janet McFadyen received an OAM for her work supplying quilts to those in need.

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Ms McFadyen said the year before they donated 780, but she has personally made thousands.

“We give it as a gift to help people when they’re ready to recover. During the bushfires we don’t give them immediately, we wait until they’re rebuilding and they’re ready to move back into a new home,” she said.

“It’s a gift for hope and the future, and it is always provided through local community groups.”

Ms McFadyen said she received the Paul Harris award from Kangaroo Flat Rotary Club in 2008 for her donations of quilts through them, although being an Order of Australia recipient has left her in disbelief.

“They went to people affected by the tsunamis in Asia and East Timor at the time, and

people affected by drought,” “That was pretty incredible. This is just mind blowing; I can’t believe that this would happen.”

Through the Covid-19 pandemic, the network of quilters has expanded into making knitted garments and blankets, clothes for kids and even Santa sacks for the festive period.

Ms McFadyen said making the quilts has helped not just people in need, but also herself and others who have contributed to the cause.

“I saw a lot of the need in the community and always planned to do this when I retired,” she said.

“It’s not just helping people who get the quilts, it’s also the people who are making them, it helps them as well.”

The late Margaret Hall has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her service to the Emerald community.

Margaret (Marg) and her husband Desmond (Des) were drawn to the hills from suburban Melbourne with the purchase of a weekender in Cockatoo in 1980 with a plan to retire there, which they ultimately did in 1991.

They loved the trees, birds and local environment, and soon became part of the Cockatoo and Emerald community.

In 1991 Marg joined the Emerald Uniting Church, becoming part of the choir and commenced writing the church’s monthly bulletin, which she continued for over a decade.

She undertook various tasks with efficiency and enthusiasm, including church readers, flower rosters and stepping in as a backup for the organist.

For the 25 year anniversary of the Emerald Uniting Church, she authored A Church of their Own: 25 Years of the Uniting Church in Emerald.

Marg was a founding member of the Emerald University of the Third Age (U3A), which sought to establish an outlet for members of the local community to continue to learn and share their knowledge and skills.

With Des, Marg ran the Armchair Travel Group, sharing their travel experiences across many decades (they met as working travellers in London and married there in 1960) and opening their home for courses and celebrations.

She was also involved with the Garden Group, which was a great outlet for her passion of all things floral.

Always contributing to the communities in which she lived, Marg brought her positive outlook and bubbling personality to helping others.

Marg passed away in August 2020.

Dr Graeme Moad appointed a Companion of the OAM

By Parker McKenzie On Australia Day, Dr Graeme Moad added being appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia to a long list of achievements and awards.

The Sassafras scientist and researcher, who has had an illustrious career since he started as a research scientist at the CSIRO in 1979, has authored or co-authored over 200 publications and co-invented 37 patent families.

“Most of my achievements have been in the area of polymer chemistry, which is sort of making big molecules and in ways of constructing them more closely,” he said.

“That’s what I have received a number of awards for, like from the Academies of Science and Technology.”

Dr Moad was a joint-winner of the CluniesRoss Award from the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering in 2014 and won the David Craig Medal from the Australian Academy of Science in 2020 to name a few of his honours.

He joined Australia’s only order of chivalry for his “eminent service to science, particularly polymer design and synthesis and radical polymerization, education through mentoring, and to professional scientific organisations.”

For all his many individual awards, Dr 6 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

Moad said collaboration is the heart of the scientific community.

“Achievements are being as a chain rather than an individual really.” he said.

Dr Moad was chief research scientist at the CSIRO from 1999 until 2015, Chairmen of the Polymer Division of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute from 1999 until 2001, Councillor for Australia in the Pacific Polymer Federation from 2003 until 2011 and is currently the Australian representative at the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

A fellow at the CSIRO, the Australian Academy and Sciences since 2012 and the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering since 2021, Dr Moad said raising scientific facts can sometimes be difficult.

“Science being popular is a good thing and it’s just that we can’t get distracted or tell people what they want to hear,” he said.

“Science sometimes takes second place to either monetary gain or popularity. I think there’s a reason why science gets perverted, basically. Things like climate change and the pandemic.”

Dr Moad said many of the issues the world faces have solutions already, although they need to be adopted and trusted without being turned into political issues.

“You have to remember that science is not a set of facts, it’s a set of probabilities and the scientifically proven way is the way it seems most probable,” “One of the important things about science is it is to a degree applicable and then if you really knew what science was going to do, we wouldn’t have to do this.”

Dr Moad said he and his fellow scientists at CSIRO Clayton are currently conducting research on how to address the plastic waste issue and have “been working on that for quite some time.”

“In most cases what happens with plastics is the rules are dictated by price and availability rather than the ultimate fate of the plastics,” he said.

“Now we have a serious plastic problem which has been caused by that situation, so we have to try and find something to do about it.”

Next door to the CSIRO at Monash University, Dr Moad has been an adjunct professor since 2012, a role he has also performed at the University of New England from 2014 until 2019.

Dr Moad said the presentation of his Companion of the Order of Australia will be on 6 May in Canberra.

“I didn’t make it down for the last one though.” he said while laughing.

Dr Graeme Mode has been appointed as a Companion of the Order of Australia.

Picture: MARQUES WHO’S WHO mailcommunity.com.au

NEWS

Finding a voice for Casey

By Parker McKenzie Voices Of Casey has launched its campaign to find an independent candidate who represents the views of the community for the next federal election with an information night, drawing from the experience of other political engagement groups who have helped elect independents to parliament.

The meeting was held on Tuesday 27 January and was attended by 21 community members and two guests: Alana Johnson, a past president for Voices of Indi, chair of the Victorian Women’s Trust and a director for the community independent program, and Susan Benedyka, an independent Senate candidate for Victoria.

Spokesperson Fionn Bowd led the meeting and began by outlining what the Voices of Casey is trying to achieve.

“Some of you may know a little bit about this and some of you may not have heard of the Voices movement that is sweeping the land,” Ms Bowd said.

“Alongside existing members in Helen Haines and Zali Steggall, we’re also seeing a large number of community independent candidates who are standing for election all around Australia,

Community Member Fionn Bowd helped lead the information night.

Picture: SUPPLIED “Some of the issues that seem to be really bringing people together around Australia in the community are climate action, gender equality, action in relation to gender violence and gender inequality and also federal accountability.”

Voices For Indi, which formed in 2012 after people within the electorate felt they weren’t being represented by their elected officials, launched a framework of community engagement which has inspired over 40 similar groups around Australia.

Voices for Indi helped elect Cathy McGowan

to federal parliament in 2013 and 2016, and Helen Haines in 2019. Indi is the only federal electorate to be represented by two successive independent candidates.

Ms Johnson said you cannot count the number of different ways the Voices For movement is important.

“Voices groups are actually an antidote to the ills of our representative democracy dominated by the major parties, who are becoming increasingly involved in partisan politics,” she said. “it’s not going to happen unless we take action.”

Ms Johnson said Voices For has changed how people view politics in Indi.

“Our whole modus operandi has to be different and it has to be driven by ordinary people,” she said.

“People now have a sense that politics is part of our everyday life, politics doesn’t have to be a battleground, that you can talk to people who have different party preferences and still talk about what’s best for Indi.”

A Voices group, using the model developed in Indi, also endorsed Zali Steggall in Warringah when she beat former-Prime Minister Tony Abbott in the 2019 federal election.

The Casey electorate is located in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne and includes the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. Suburbs in the electorate include Belgrave, Kallista, Kalorama, Monbulk, Olinda, Sassafras, Tecoma and Upwey.

Voices of Casey will be hosting a meet-andgreet with former Indi MP Cathy McGowan and writer Tim Flannery on 8 February before they begin to choose a candidate for the federal election.

Anyone interested in running as the Voices Of Casey candidate has until 7 February to apply, before an intensive selection process begins.

Ms Dowd told Star Mail on 25 January the panel to select the candidate will be made up of members from established Voices groups like Indi, to give guidance to a new group with dwindling time before a federal election that will be held in May at the latest.

“The philosophy isn’t vote for me, it’s about voting for someone who represents the communities’ values,” she said.

“If they tick all those boxes when they apply, there will then be a panel interview.”

For more information visit www.facebook. com/VoicesofCasey or www.voicesofcasey. org/candidate_search

Why have no women nominated for the Streeton Ward?

By Parker McKenzie The Streeton Ward by-election nominations have shown a noticeable shift in proposed councillor representation.

In 2020, women won the majority of the first preference votes in the council elections, but fast forward two years and no women nominated for the 2022 Yarra Ranges’ byelection before the deadline closed 18 January.

The by-election was triggered when former councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake accepted a Liberal party vacancy in the State Legislative Council.

Now six men are vying for the position: Andrew Fullagar, Wil Mikelsons, David Hill, Gavin Wooten, Doug MacDonald and Jarrad Page.

Ms Burnett-Wake and Amy Muratore both ran in the 2020 Council election for Stratton Ward and have spoken to Star Mail about women’s representation in local politics.

Ms Muratore said it was “a little bit heartbreaking” to see no women nominate after Yarra Ranges broke records for the number of women who were nominated in the 2020 Council elections.

“I’ve had about eight women contact me asking, who do I vote for? Do you know anything?” she said.

“They don’t see themselves represented in that ballot.”

In the 2020 council elections, 272 women were elected to local councils around Victo-

ria - the highest amount ever, with 43.8 per cent of councillors being women.

Ms Burnett-Wake said she would have “loved to have seen a woman put their hands up” for the by-election.

“The last two years have been difficult on families and finding that balance if you have young children, so maybe the timing wasn’t great,” she said.

“The reason I did put up my hand was to ensure that there was diversity in the council because at that point, there was only one woman out of nine councillors.”

Ms Muratore agreed the timing of the byelection may have influenced some women’s ability to run.

“A by-election pops up when no one sus-

Performances

music

fun

eve

nts

Bands

Yarra Ranges Council before the 2020 Council elections.

Picture: ON FILE

Exhibitions

art

food

pects it, so it’s harder for women to drop everything and give it a crack,” Ms Muratore said.

Women received the majority of the first preference vote in 2020, with a combined total of 57.18 per cent.

Ms Muratore received 17.91 per cent of the first preference vote in 2020 and was undecided on nominating for the by-election until the last moment.

Ms Muratore said there are several barriers women face when entering local politics.

“I think the rules are different for men.

The biggest question I was asked last time I campaigned was who was looking after my daughter, not what I thought about things,” she said.

“Not what I thought about climate change, not the things I wanted to do, not the skills I had as a teacher and a communicator.

“We look at men and we automatically see leadership qualities, while we don’t look at women and see what I feel are leadership qualities: passion, communication skills, organisation. No one’s more organised than a stay-at-home mum.”

Ms Burnett-Wake said while there are a lot of politically-engaged women involved in politics on a local level, there are still ways representation could be improved.

“A lot of councils do consultation and put together committees, we always have great representation on those. They’re not as time commitment heavy as being a counsellor,

Workshops

Musicians

which is quite a big commitment,” she said.

“Perhaps we need to do more in respect to mentorship programs through the council to encourage more women. I know that there are independent programs, but it would be great to see council foster and develop programs too.”

The Victorian State Government has set a target of reaching 50 per cent representation of women in council by 2025 and formed a Gender Equality Advisory Committee to help promote the push.

On a local level, Ms Muratore believes Yarra Ranges Council is making positive changes for women.

“I think the current CEO of the Yarra Ranges council, Tammy Rose, is fantastic, she’s a huge gender advocate,” she said.

“She’s made a lot of changes and has done a lot of things to change the culture at Yarra Ranges. I think they are taking a step in the right direction.”

For women interested in a career in politics, Ms Burnett-Wake recommended a yearly course she took, Pathway to Politics for Women at Melbourne University.

“Anyone looking to enter politics should seriously consider taking the course; it is non-politically affiliated and helped me when I made the move to State politics.”

Streeton Ward includes Upwey, Tremont, Ferny Creek, Sassafras and Mount Dandenong and parts of Olinda, Upper Ferntree Gully, Kilsyth and Montrose.

Artists

Family Friendly

What's on Cardinia Festival Enjoy a month-long celebration with free pop up events and attractions at venues and locations across Cardinia Shire. Visit the What’s On Cardinia website for festival information.

www.whatsoncardinia.com.au mailcommunity.com.au

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 7

NEWS

Projects get cash splash Monbulk Community Link and Olinda Recreation Reserve Pavilion will be getting an upgrade as part of four new projects in the Yarra Ranges initiated by the state government.

On behalf of Local Government Minister Shaun Leane, Deputy Premier and Member for Monbulk James Merlino announced the Yarra Ranges Shire council will receive a total $2.28 million towards four projects as part of this years Growing Suburbs Fund. The Yarra Ranges is considered one of Melbourne’s growing areas.

The funding was announced at the opening of the upgraded Monbulk Skate and Scooter Park, which was the result of a $300,000 grant from the 2019-20 allocation of the Growing Suburbs Fund.

The popular skate park has increased from 250 metres squared to 900, because previously the park was not large enough to cater to skaters of all skill levels. Yarra Ranges Council also contributed $300,000 top the project. $1.5 million of the grant will go towards climate resilient buildings for the community, a $3 million Yarra Ranges project in conjunction

The Victorian Government announced new Yarra Ranges infrastructure projects at the opening of the upgraded Monbulk Skate and Scooter Park.

Picture: SUPPLIED with the state and federal governments. Eight buildings will be upgraded environmentally sustainable, energy resilient and thermally functional.

The buildings will help the community during natural disasters and extreme weather events including heatwaves and floods.

Mr Leane said the Growing Suburbs Fund will support Ferntree Gully, Dandenong Ranges and other Yarra Ranges residents, whether it be giving them more opportunities to be outdoors or through climate resilient community buildings.

“Every Growing Suburbs Fund project we

support helps deliver vital facilities, creates jobs and makes a real difference for our fastest-growing communities,” he said.

“It’s really important communities like Yarra Ranges have the infrastructure to support everyone that lives there.”

Mr Merlino said the Yarra Ranges is a great place to live, and he knows the Growing Suburbs Fund is only going to serve our reputation well.

“I’m delighted the Andrews Government has continued its support for our thriving community through projects like climate resilient cuildings for our community,” he said.

“These new investments will be great for families, children and everyone in our community.”

Since being announced in 2015, the Growing Suburbs Fund has invested $375 million in almost 300 projects, representing over $1.07 billion investment in local infrastructure.

In the Yarra Ranges Shire alone, the Fund has now invested nearly $28.4 million towards 30 projects.

Council investigates by-election signage complaint

By Parker McKenzie Yarra Ranges Council has confirmed it is looking into electorate signage for the Streeton Ward by-election after a candidate complained about their placement.

David Hill – who has been nominated to run in the February Streeton Ward by-election – has issued a complaint to both Yarra Ranges Council and the Victorian Electoral Commission about other candidates signage.

“I make this complaint as it effects my campaign whilst I follow the rules as I under-

stand them,” he wrote in his complaint to the VEC. “I would ask for this candidate’s nomination to be withdrawn.”

The VEC told Star Mail issues related to permits for signage are the responsibility of Yarra Ranges Council to handle.

Acting Director of Communities Ben Waterhouse said the Safer Communities Team investigates reports of electoral signage placed on public land without a permit.

“Electoral signage may be placed on pri-

vate property – such as a home or business - provided that they are not a distraction or a hazard for motorists, do not contain offensive material, and have been placed with the permission of the land owner or resident,” he said.

“We encourage community members to contact us if they are unsure whether signage has been placed appropriately, by calling us on 1300 368 333 or emailing the details, such as location, and photos if possible, to mail@ yarraranges.vic.gov.au.”

Ballots for the by-election will be distributed through post to every person on the voter roll between Tuesday 1 February and Thursday 3 February before voting closes on Friday 18 February 2022.

Saturday 19 February has been prescribed as Election Day by the Electoral Commission, with Monday 28 February 2022 the latest date all results will be declared.

Around 12,415 Victorians are enrolled in Streeton Ward, which includes Upwey, Sassafras, Olinda and surrounds.

Looking for a new view?

Access the Property ReView for a detailed report into your potential new home.

new PROPERTY REVIEW

18 SAMPLE STREET Suburb State $1,100,000 - $1,200,000 price guide House

2

2

1

444 sqm

| 18 Sample Street, Suburb State | Page 1

Your trusted source of property 12525805-AV49-21

8 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

mailcommunity.com.au

OPINION

Casey’s trainees for 2021 In late December I announced the winner and runners-up of my 2021 Casey Apprentice/ Trainee of the Year Awards.

With the pandemic and the economic challenges it has brought, it is more important than ever to recognise, reward, and encourage careers in local trades and small businesses.

Local apprentices and trainees, like all of us, have had to get used to a lot of change over the last two years. Lockdowns meant that many could not work. Despite the difficulties, my annual awards have sought to encourage and value excellence in our local trades.

Since 2009, my Casey Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Awards have been doing just this.

The apprentices and trainees of today will help form the backbone of our small businesses and local economy into the future.

Of course the vast majority of our local ap-

From my

desk Tony Smith MP

Federal Member for Casey prentices and trainees are young, however mature-age apprentices, some over the age of thirty, have also been chosen as the overall winner on a number of occasions.

I again offer my congratulations to Lily from Alowyn Gardens & Nursery, the winner of the 2021 Casey Apprentice/Trainee of the Year

Awards, and the two runners-up, Brenton from Bayswater Truck Centre and Joel from Motosign in Kilsyth.

Along with the finalists, each was nominated by local business owners and operators who value and support their workers.

Local trades and businesses are crucial to economic life in our suburbs and towns. Encouragingly, businesses have nominated successive apprentices/trainees over the years.

A committee of four prominent local business leaders met to decide on the finalists and the winners for each year.

In a speech in Parliament towards the end of last year, I thanked the judges: Phil Munday from the automotive sector, Sue O’Brien from hospitality, Nick Fraraccio from manufacturing and Clive Larkman from horticulture for

giving their valuable time and being part of these awards from the beginning.

I think it’s something special that a group of four people who donate their time to do this, have stayed together for all those years in dedication to our local community.

2021’s winners, along with all of the nominees, came from a range of industries: manufacturing, horticulture, landscaping, electrical, plumbing, glazing and automotive.

Due to tough times, some sectors including, retail and hairdressing/beauty were not in the position to nominate, but over the years, they have provided many nominees and finalists.

2021’s winners and finalists, like those from the past, have so much potential to achieve in life and business.

Popular books from 2021 Now is a good time to discover what books captured Australian readers in 2021. as ABC RN Breakfast recently asked some of our country’s most renowned authors what they have been reading. For example, Helen Garner has spent her summer on The Dancer by Evelyn Juers, a biography of Sydney contemporary dancer Philippa Cullen.

Meanwhile, Tony Birch has just re-read The Way It Is Now, Garry Disher’s latest crime novel. “Good crime writers know how to drive a plot; they’re remarkably good at establishing really three-dimensional characters,” he said.

“We can learn a lot as writers by reading crime fiction.”

Another way to discover bestselling titles from 2021 is via Booktopia’s FAB – Favourite Australian Books. Among the Top Ten are household names such as Liane Moriarty’s Apple Never Fall and Matthew Reilly’s The One Impossible Labyrinth.

Other leading books include The Prison Healer by Lynette Noni, The Backyard Adventurer: Meaningful and pointless expeditions, self-experiments and the value of other people’s junk by Beau Miles, and Your Head is a Houseboat: A chaotic guide to mental clarity

by Campbell Walker (aka Struthless) – just to name a few.

This reviewer would further recommend the 100 bestselling books at Readings in 2021. The majority of the Top Ten titles are by Australian authors, such as Beautiful World Where Are You

by Sally Rooney (#1), The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams (#4), The Labyrinth by Amanda Lohrey (#5), Devotion by Hannah Kent (#6), and How We Love by Clementine Ford (#8).

Particularly attractive are #9, Old Vintage Melbourne by Chris Macheras, and #10, Adrift in Melbourne by Robyn Annear. The former is a collection of historical photographs that open a window to our past, while the latter features a series of walks that showcase the

PASSION FOR PROSE WITH CHRISTINE SUN histories, buildings and characters of our city.

Finally, Readings also has a list of 50 great reads from First Nations writers and Australian writers of colours in 2021. These include fiction, biography, poetry, children’s novels, history and more, but readers can surely find other masterpieces by culturally diverse Australians.

Our readers are already familiar with many First Nations authors, including but not limited to Bruce Pascoe, the aforementioned Birth, Sally Morgan, Boori Monty Pryor, Claire G. Coleman, Stan Grant, Anita Heiss, Ellen van Neeven, Evelyn Araleun, and Adam Thompson. Others, such as Cathy Freeman and Adam Goodes, have also come forth with wonderful stories.

As for Australian authors of colour, our readers may already enjoy the writings by Maxine Beneba Clarke, Alice Pung, Leanne Hall, Randa-Abdel-Fattah, Michael Mohammed Ahmad, and Lee Lai. Also worthy of our attention are emerging authors such as Jamine Marina Lau, Mehreen Faruqi, Chelsea Watego, Sara El Sayed, Ruhi Lee, Eugen Bacon, and Paige Clark.

So, which title from 2021 caught this reviewer’s eye? That would be She Who Became the Sun by Shelly Parker-Chan, an author “raised on a steady diet of Greek myths, Arthurian legend and Chinese tales of suffering and tragic romance”. A review is surely to come.

Good movie but generic Mother/Android Starring Chloë Grace Moretz, Algee Smith and Raúl Castillo Rated MA15+ The directorial debut of Mattson Tomlin, Mother/Android is a sci-fi paradox: a welltold but poorly-written story.

Several months after a violent android uprising, heavily-pregnant Georgia (Chloë Grace Moretz) and her boyfriend Sam (Algee Smith) struggle to reach a safe haven.

Mother/Android’s plot sets a clear dramatic objective in Georgia and Sam reaching Boston, and Georgie’s imminent labour and her turbulent relationship with Sam ramp up the stakes.

Moretz and Smith have solid chemistry, and the second act features a very effective stealth sequence driven by furtive movements and stark sound design, building to a genuinely shocking twist.

Mother/Android’s opening has some subtle world-building amid the uprising, but the rest of the film relies far too heavily mailcommunity.com.au

on spoken exposition, and much of the dialogue is contrived and long-winded.

Despite this, the film is frustratingly slim on details about the androids, and the EMP weapon is a poorly-explained plotdevice with little tangible impact on the plot.

The film also has some terribly jarring edits and very distracting shaky handheld camerawork (which is an increasingly prevalent problem in modern filmmaking).

The android designs are generic, with blue blood and Terminator-style skeletons.

Moreover, name-dropping Karel Capek’s 1921 play Rossum’s Universal Robots in a monologue about inevitable robot resistance is incredibly heavy-handed.

Mother/Android is a suspenseful, wellacted film with a great twist and an affecting human core, but has dire dialogue, irritating cinematography and few ideas of its own, and is available for streaming on Netflix.

- Seth Lukas Hynes

What’s coming to theatres

By Peter Kemp Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder After his mother’s funeral, middle-class Englishman Monty Navarro learns an incredible secret – he is the son of the daughter of the grandson of the nephew of the second Earl of Highhurst, making him an aristocrat - if he can just find a way to prevent the eight earls preceding him from inheriting the earldom first.

An Edwardian style, operatic farce, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder won the 2014 Tony Award for best Musical.

Season: 17 February – 5 March.

Bookings: www.lilydaleatc.com or 9735 1777 Office hours Monday, Tuesday and Friday 10am to 2pm.

· · ·

A Reminder: The 1812 Theatre is presenting Dracula – The Bloody Truth.

Travelling across Europe from the dark and sinister Transylvania mountains to the charming seaside town of Whitby, Professor Can Helsing and his three amateur actors stage a life-changing, theatrical production of Dracula – hoping to establish once and for all the bloody truth.

Season: 24 February – 19 March.

Bookings: 9758 3964 The Basin Theatre: Photograph 51 Anna Zeigler’s Photograph 51 goes back to 1950’s London where the discovery of the DNA helix structure would unlock ‘the secret of life’.

Season: 24 February – 4 March.

Contact: 1300 784 668

· ·

· ·

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 9

12533929-CG05-22

10 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

mailcommunity.com.au

SHOP LOCAL MONBULK

Bowls bistro delights The Monbulk Bowling Club continues to stand strong in the face of adversity, providing food, fun and friendship for locals even through hard times.

A combination of Covid restrictions and extreme weather conditions have proven difficult for businesses in the region. Outside of lockdowns, the team at the Monbulk Bowling Club is now open to the public, serving delicious, good value meals and thirst-quenching drinks, as well as providing a warm and welcoming family-friendly atmosphere.

Locals are encouraged to gather loved ones and enjoy a casual game of barefoot bowls or a meal together. Hosting bowls competitions for over 55 years, the club caters for beginners to experienced bowlers.

Friendly staff at the club will make guests feel welcome and appreciated. General manager Brendan Cox explains the downstairs lounge and bar area has recently been refurbished to provide an even more comfortable vibe for patrons.

“It is a place where you really get that small town, easy-going feeling with enough space to cater for all sorts of catch ups from a few friends to large functions,” said Brendan.

As Summer is here the club’s bistro menu is also undergoing a change, providing lighter menu items to choose from, while keeping the classics available.

The bistro offers great food for the whole family. On Wednesdays enjoy the $15 parma special. Thursday is the bowlers special - a burger, beer and bowls for $25.

Kids eat free with a paid adult meal all week (kid’s meals only 12 and under). Upgrade the kid’s meal to include a kid’s drink, ice-cream and activity pack for $4. There is also a seniors’ menu for those 60 and over and seniors’ specials.

Find the Monbulk Bowling Club at 11 Moores Road, Monbulk. The bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday from 5.30pm. For bookings, phone 9756 6183.

General manager Brendan with customer Liesl.

MONBULK BOWLING CLUB 11 MOORES RD, MONBULK

Monbulk Bistro Specials by Day

Wednesday

Thursday

Parma Night

Bowlers Special Burger, Beer & Bowls

$15*

$25*

Sunday

Wed to Sun

Kids Eat Free

Seniors Specials*

$12.90* NEW! ALL WEEK KID’S MEAL DEAL UPGRADE

Upgrade any kid’s meal for $4 to include a kid’s drink, ice-cream and an activity pack.

Make a booking 9756 6183 Dine a la carte Wed to Sun from 5.30pm Our Menu includes gluten-free & vegetarian dishes to suit special needs. mailcommunity.com.au

12533722-HC05-22

1 FREE KID’S MEAL per paid adult meal of equal or greater value. Dine-in only.

12 and under. Must order from Kid’s Meals. Not valid with other offers or promotions. *Conditions apply for Specials

12533623-BL05-22

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 11

MEDICALLY SPEAKING

Dr Hasantha Jasinarachchi 265560

Hillscene Medical Centre.

Keeping you safe in 2022 Hillscene Family Medical Centre (HFMC) wishes its patients and The Hills community a Happy New Year 2022.

In the last six months, we have welcomed onboard Dr Grace Cheok (FRACGP), a female doctor with over 10 years’ experience in general practice specialising in family medicine.

Dr Grace works on Tuesdays from 9am-6pm.

We have also added another psychologist Roslyn Delrayne to the team. Roslyn works on Mondays from 9am-5pm. She provides both paid and bulk-billed services for her patients.

HFMC has been fortunate to add two nurses to our team to ensure we provide more holistic services. Nurses are a great help to general practices by supporting doctors with taking

care of patients’ overall health, especially with early identification and prevention.

We acknowledge the unprecedented tough times Melbournians have faced for the last two years and wish to remind our community that our bulk-billing services are available for all, especially support for mental health services like mental health care plans.

As February begins, HFMC is preparing for three major vaccination events for the community - Covid-19 booster vaccinations that are ongoing and for the newly eligible five-12 year olds, and flu vaccines for the upcoming flu season in April. Bookings for the pediatric and booster doses are now available. Please call HFMC during business hours for vaccina-

tion clinic timings. Further news about flu vaccinations will be available closer to April, and information will be disseminated through our usual mediums online.

General practices like HFMC undergo intensive training to be authorised vaccination providers for the Covid-19 vaccine. This includes logistics planning, staff training for doctors and nurses, and obtaining permits from the local Public Health Network. All of this culminates in ensuring that the Covid-19 vaccines are administered in a safe and effective manner for Australians.

On the flu vaccine front, The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has recently commented on the success of the

2020 and 2021 flu campaign. It was attributed to a combination of increased members of the population immunising themselves against the flu, along with the extra measures of hygiene safety in place due to the pandemic like face masks, increased hand sanitisation, and social distancing. It is worth noting that these increased hygienic measure cultivated during the pandemic are useful in helping in the fight against other common viral illnesses like the flu by decreasing or slowing its spread.

HFMC operates Mon - Fri from 9am to 6pm. Appointments can be booked online 24/7 or through phone during business hours.

For any enquiries, you can email admin@hillscenemedicalcentre.com.au

Dr John Gyorki Belgrave Surgi Centre Shop 1 / 1651 Burwood Hwy Belgrave Serving the community since 1986

Complete & Professional Healthcare for

General Practice: • Offering Full Body Skin Checks • Health Assessment • Management Plans • Practice Nurse • Onsite Pathology Collection • Immunisations

Approved COVID Vaccination Provider

NEW PATIENTS WELCOME

Flu Vaccinations now available

BULK BILLING IS AVAILABLE TO PATIENTS WHO HAVE ESTABLISHED ON-GOING CARE AND HOLD A FULL PENSION OR VETERANS, AFFAIRS CARD ONLY

• Vaccines & Immunisations • Men’s, Women’s & Childrens Health • Chronic Disease Management • Work Cover & TAC • Psychologist • Minor Surgical Procedures • Health Assessments

15/1647 Burwood Highway Belgrave Email: admin@hillscenemedicalcentre.com.au www.hillscenemedicalcentre.com.au | @hillscene 12 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

ONE-STOP SHOP FOR ALL YOUR VISION NEEDS Tailored Comprehensive Vision Check Contact Lenses | Latest Diagnostic Technology | Sunglasses

12533149-SN05-22

MULTI DISCIPLINE AND MULTI- SPECIALITY team of doctors

To book an appointment, call (03) 9752 6111 HILLSCENE FAMILY MEDICAL CENTRE

To book an appointment, call 9754 7555

12529666-SG05-22

OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK MON - FRI

Specialising in Surgical Office Procedures: • Removal Of Skin Lesions & Skin Cancers • Upper Eyelid Reduction • Vasectomy • Nail Surgery • Removal Of Benign Anal ConditionsHemorrhoids/Fissures/Fistulae

12532664-DL05-22

Enter via Ramp/Walkway toward the upper carpark

We are providing a full suite of Optometry services, whilst maintaining strict hygiene protocols.

69 Main Road Monbulk Vic 3793 P 03 9756 6626 E yarrarangesoptical.com.au Follow us on Facebook mailcommunity.com.au

MEDICALLY SPEAKING

Find your happy feet After months of lockdowns and disruption to our dance classes, gym routines and local sports our feet are looking forward to getting back to their happy best. However for many of us it hasn’t been smooth sailing returning to our pre covid activities. Tanya and Laura, two podiatrists working in Emerald and Monbulk with more.

“Keeping our feet happy is so important.

When mine aren’t happy I’m not able to do my boot camp class or walk the dogs as far” says podiatrist Tanya Contis from PridePlus Health.

“We’ve found that plenty of locals up here in the Hills are struggling with unhappy feet now we’re moving about again” adds Laura Ward.

And it’s no surprise to hear that unhappy feet mean more trips to the local podiatrists at PridePlus Health in Emerald and Monbulk.

“We’re swamped with sore feet right now,” says Tanya. “Sore heels, sore arches, sore corns too. Even toenails, just this week I’ve helped trim back some of the longest nails I’ve seen in nearly a decade as a podiatrist. All because we’ve been missing out on getting that quality care during the year.”

The team at PridePlus Health have been busy helping as many people as they can get their happy feet back. “When your feet are happy you walk more, your stress levels improve and just feel better about yourself” Tanya again. “We’re hoping to continue to fulfil our purpose, to improve the lives of those we touch and help people feel better”.

The podiatrists have put together a list of 6 things you can do to find your happy feet.

The first of these sounds simple but can make a huge difference. “You wouldn’t believe how much of an impact improving your foot care routine at home will help you feel better” says Laura. * Wash your feet: Use a soap free wash and

Laura from PridePlus Health in Emerald and Monbulk is there to help you. 226408 actively wash in and around your toes. *Dry between your toes: Mum was right, get a towel in between your toes after every wash. *Moisturise: If your feet are dry you’re risking pain and infection. Use an appropriate (non-sorbolene) moisturiser on your heels and feet. *Take care of your toenails: Too short and

you risk ingrowns (ouch). Too long and you risk scratching your legs and putting holes in your socks. * Wear the right shoes for the right activities: Replace them too. If your shoes have wearing tread it’s probably past time to get a new pair.

You can usually recycle or upcycle shoes at most quality shoe shops too.

FIND YOUR HAPPY FEET

THE FAMILY FRIENDLY MEDICAL CLINIC

‘WALK MORE’

It is our great pleasure to welcome our new GP Dr Anthony Brown, who is now consulting at Mandala Clinic.

‘STRESS LESS’ ‘FEEL BETTER’

Dr Brown enjoys all aspects of general practice family medicine and chronic disease management.

Dr Brown has special interest in lifestyle medicine, family medicine all ages, mental health and skin cancer checks. He can also perform general practice procedures and skin cancer removal.

THERE’S A PODIATRIST FOR THAT COME SEE US AT PRIDE YOUR CARING LOCAL PODIATRISTS

Please call our clinic to book an appointment with Dr Brown or book online via healthengine.com. au or our website.

Monday - Saturday

We offer Care Plan Assessments and new patients are welcome.

Book online or by phone

Mental Health Treatment Plan, Chronic Disease Care Plans and Children under 16 years are eligible for bulk billing.

Dr Khai Mark, MBBS Dr Anthony Brown, MBBS, FRACGP Dr Farhat Zia, MBBS, FRACGP 12532486-SN05-22

mailcommunity.com.au

9068 0966

Mandala Clinic 360 Belgrave-Gembrook Road, Emerald Phone: 5968 3733

prideplus.com.au Emerald 1 Murphy’s Way

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm | Sat: 9am-12pm Closed on Sunday and Pubic Holidays

www.mandalaclinic.com.au

12524916-HC50-21

Doctors:

*Listen to foot pain: Sore feet is your body telling you to act. Do something different. If you know what to do like change shoes, change your activities then do it. If you’re not sure, pop in to your podiatrist.

We’ll be following the advice of the podiatrists above to ensure our feet are happy over the summer.

Monbulk 1 Mt Pleasant Rd

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 13

NEWS

Artist paints live for TV

By Parker McKenzie Ferntree Gully artist Olga Megele will be appearing on the TV show Colour In Your Life, which is broadcast in over 50 countries.

The show, hosted by artist Graeme Stevenson OAM, is filming the episode in Ferntree Gully for its 22nd season.

Ms Megele said the opportunity is both exciting and terrifying.

“There’s about six of us who are being filmed in this batch, all the way from the country to Melbourne locations,” she said.

“It’s a bit exciting and it’s nice to be in the company with other artists who are getting their work into the public view as well.”

The TV show was started by Mr Stevenson in Murwillumbah New South Wales, and now films artists from seven countries.

Mrs Megele said it was a fantastic opportunity to show her work to the world.

“One motif that appears in my work is a white picket fence, it represents the barriers we face,” she said.

“There is a certain amount of bravery needed to get past and through our barriers.”

The show, which Mr Stevenson describes as “a bit like a cooking show but for artists,” has been viewed over 100 million times through online streaming and is aired on TV networks in over 50 countries.

Artist Olga Megele will be appearing on the international TV show Colour In Your Life.

Picture: SUPPLIED Ms Megele said her recent art has been heavily inspired by Melbourne’s lengthy lockdowns in 2020 and 2021.

“When I was stuck at home without much around me I looked at my environments and put together various items I had and painted them as little snapshots,” she said.

“They’re quite small and then I’ve done very large abstract pieces and abstracted landscapes.”

Ms Megele, who is a member of the Ferntree Gully Art Society, will be painting an original piece for Colour In Your Life when the film-

ing crew arrives in Ferntree Gully in February.

To find out more about the show, visit www. colourinyourlife.com.au.

Belgrave distillers take out best botanical gin award

By Parker McKenzie Belgrave-based distillery GinFinity has won the Best Australian Signature Botanical at the World Gin Awards 2022.

GinFinity, which opened its doors to the public in March 2021, is co-owned by brothers Ben and Cal Pratt with their cousin Andrew.

Ben Pratt said it was “Tremendously exciting” to win the award for their bubblegum gin.

“It was so exciting and took us all by surprise. We’re just absolutely rapt,” he said.

“This particular gin we’re talking about the bubblegum gin - is a newer product, we developed it about six months ago.”

The two brothers and their cousin have been distilling liquors for 16 years and dabbled in brewing beer too.

Mr Pratt said the idea for the gin started when they tried the flavouring technique in rum.

“We’re very interested in fermentation side of things, so we are always playing around with different sorts of wild fermentation and different inoculations trying to produce different esters,” he said.

“We thought that we could probably combine a couple and produce the same ester that makes bubblegum flavour, “We were successful in producing that and then we thought it would be amazing to put that in into botanical gin.”

y

Tuesda

GinFinity’s Ben and Cal with their International award winning gin.

Pictures: STEWART CHAMBERS An ester is a molecule of alcohol which binds with an acid during the distilling process to create flavors and aromas.

The group also own Kilik Handcrafted Rum, which operates in a separate but connected building as a cafe, restaurant and bar in Belgrave, as well as the LittleBrew distillery

in Ferntree Gully.

Mr Pratt said it’s been a long road, but they couldn’t have asked for a better start to 2022 after the last few years.

“The whole industry will know it’s been a tough one,” he said.

“Whether it’s being able to open or having

to be closed and serving takeaway, and then staff staffing issues, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster.”

His brother Cal Pratt thanked people in the local area on Facebook for supporting the distillery.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be doing what we love in such a beautiful area in the hills,” he said.

“We hope long-term this kind of thing will really help regain some lost tourism back to the area.”

The World Gin Awards is a part of the World Drinks Awards and is held every year.

GinFinity is located at 64-68 Monbulk Road, Belgrave and is open until 7pm Wednesday to Sunday.

Where to pick up a FREE printed copy of your...

Get our Digital Editions, Free News Updates, Breaking News and Competitions delivered to your email inbox.

14 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

12511850-HC37-21

ed

Publish

GinFinity’s Cal and Ben outside their Belgrave based distillery.

mailcommunity.com.au

ENVIABLE SPACE AND EXQUISITE OUTLOOKS AFFORDING ample space for comfortable living and compelling views of the local natural landscape, this property is the ultimate place to call home. Situated central to train transport, local shopping and cafes, quality schools, and world-renowned Dandenong Ranges National Park walking trails, this home encapsulates what Hills living is all about.

The grand 3-storey scale of this home is enhanced by a flexible floorplan fit for growing families. The ground floor is equipped with a double garage, home gym, and spacious rumpus room suited to a supplementary bedroom. The main floor is a showcase of sophistication with a gourmet kitchen with glass splashback, stone benchtops, wall oven, and peninsula seating serving as the heart of the home. Branching to both formal and informal living areas, each with floor to ceiling windows to capture the exquisite outlooks, there is a surplus of space for gathering with family and friends.

Equally impressive is the clever bedroom configuration. Promising to provide endless comfort, the top floor is the ultimate parents’ retreat with a private living area/ home office, spacious bedroom, elegant

ensuite, and walk-in robe. The main floor family bedrooms also boast a beautiful shared bathroom with superb soaker tub and separate WC. Further features include gas ducted heating, external blinds, and an enviable 5,783sqm (approx.) allotment with paved patio, level lawn and cubby house with sandpit for the kids. Inspection will impress. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 2 Ropley Grange, UPWEY Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1,250,000 - $1,350,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Brad Conder, 0422 639 115, CHANDLER & CO REAL ESTATE, 9754 6888

SUBURBAN, COUNTRY & LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES ACROSS THE REGION mailcommunity.com.au

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 15

HOME FOCUS

A BUILDER’S OWN MASSIVE FAMILY HOME AS a builder you often create all that you want for your family and this multi storey BV home is certainly one with all the space you could ever want.

With 581 sqm ( 63 squares approx.) that is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, and 3 living room home plus two self-contained apartments nicely secluded in a quiet court abutting bushland reserve. Ideal for the extended family, home occupation/ work from home business or potential Airbnb.

From the level driveway to the triple garage, there is brilliant direct access to inside the home. An amazing kitchen with a butler’s pantry, engineered stone benchtops, Bosch dishwasher, and a big 900 Smeg cooker.

A brilliant view is captured from here as well as sliding windows connect you to the outdoor barbecue deck. Family/TV room is part of this space so it is the true hub of the home. Double doors open to the enclosed alfresco with a cosy wood-fired heater and barn doors to the deck.

The formal living is at the front of the home and has two bedrooms. Upstairs is a hugespace with the main bedroom full ensuite, study, two further bedrooms with their bathroom, and walk-in robes.

Just off the rear deck is a two-bedroom self-contained apartment with a private deck and separate entry. At the other end of the home and on a lower level is the other apartment that could be a great space to run a business from. Its your choice as there are lots of options.

Step outdoors and you have a triple garage/workshop extra shedding with ample storage.

A 3,316 square meter block so lots of lawn areas for kids to play and ease of access for ride-on mowing, trailer, or caravan parking. With these amazing distant views from your entertaining deck and the privacy with having Wrights Bushland Reserve at the rear, you will never want to leave!

Is it now time for your tree change? ●

HOME ESSENTIALS

12533858-HC05-22

Address: 2 Silvan Court, EMERALD Description: 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: On application Inspect: By appointment Contact: Grant Skipsey, 0418 528 102, RANGES FIRST NATIONAL, 9754 6111

16 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

mailcommunity.com.au

Ranges LUSH HIdEaWaY

SElby 7 SELBY-aURa ROad PRIVATE AND PEACEFUl

OFFERS CLOSING 01/02/22 @ 5PM!

$680,000-$740,000 2A 1B 1C

This wonderful split-level hideaway is nestled into the landscape capturing the treed vistas and lush greenery of the wildlife garden from every window. With a stunning backdrop of a eucalypt forest across the road and the Puffing Billy railway line with its distant whistle will excite all your senses. Features an open plan design, 2 freshly painted entertaining areas, stone benchtops in the kitchen, BIR’s in master, reverse cycle a/C, 3 decks, sealed driveway and timber steps which lead to the carport and under house storage.

Jan brewster 0409 558 805

9754 6111 rangesfn.com.au mailcommunity.com.au

$759,950 4A 2B 2C 1E

More than meets the eye with dual-income, currently leased out as a shop at the front paying $660 PM & the house at the rear paying $430 PW or the option of living & working all in one! Over two levels the home also offers a study, large master, rear deck with a treed outlook, updated kitchen, modern bathrooms & 3 toilets, large storeroom, fully fenced yard, sealed driveway, rear carport, garage/workshop, plus 2 car parking next to the shop. The shop is fitted out with quality fittings and consists of 4 rooms & a toilet.

Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522

EXCELLENT LOCaTION

$840,000 - $924,000 4A 2B 2C

Epitomizing the ultimate tree change lifestyle with stunning garden vistas out of every window and within walking distance to the vibrant Olinda village & bus stops. You will feel right at home here with new carpet throughout, ducted heating & the master bedroom is zoned for privacy. The lower level includes an open fireplace & study nook. The gardens are well established with old growth trees, ferns, stunning Rhododendrons and pathways to follow and discover. The property has plenty of off-street parking & a double carport.

Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522

SElby 127 BELGRavE-GEMBROOk ROad MAIN ROAD EXPOSURE, REAR ACCESS

Jan brewster 0409 558 805

JUST OvER 1000SqM

OlINDA 39 OLINda CRESCENT TERRIFIC TRI-lEVEl IN bEAUTIFUl OlINDA

We put you first

Emily Hudson 0418 570 474

COCkATOO 14 HaYLOCk avENUE IDEAl START, FAbUlOUS AllOTMENT

$660,000 - $725,000 3A 1B 2C

This neat and tidy brick veneer home is sure to interest those looking for a good, honest home with scope to put your own personal stamp on it. Set on the high side of the road, you’ll find a very usable, sunny backyard with a productive food garden. Entertain all year round on the covered rear deck or cook up a storm on the 900mm Blanko S/S stove. The location is close to town where you’ll find, cafes, pizza, bakery, Chieftains Smoke House IGa, Primary school, pre-school, childcare centres, vet, medical centre & so much more!

Emily Hudson 0418 570 474

“We Put You First”

1 Bayview Rd, Belgrave Shop 2, 24 McBride Street, Cockatoo Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 17

12 Bailey Road Cockatoo

$730,000 - $790,000

12 Glen Road Cockatoo

$870,000 - $940,000

Walk to Everything!

Your Golden Opportunity!

Situated on ½ an acre (2004 sm) in a convenient Cockatoo location is this great family home set well back off the street behind lovey mature trees and shrubs. The home features vaulted ceilings, wood heating and ceiling fans in the open plan living zone which also provides access onto the outdoor entertaining deck. The timber kitchen offers plenty of room to create homecooked meals for the family which can be enjoyed in the adjoining meals area, or alfresco style, no matter what the weather. There are 3 robed bedrooms, the master with ensuite and walk in robe and all bedrooms featuring ceiling fans so summer sleeping is always comfortable. The home also has a double carport and has rear yard access where there is a shed with power and concrete floor, perfect for the tradesperson or handyman.

Exciting opportunity to purchase a large family home on almost ½ acre located on a quiet no through road within a short walk to central Cockatoo. This spacious home has 4 generous bedrooms, master with ensuite & WIR, and wide wrap around verandahs capture the natural aspect from every angle. The home itself features open plan kitchen and dining, plus spacious family room with access to the alfresco entertaining area. Ducted split system heating and cooling ensure that the home stays at a comfortable temperature all year around and 3 phase power and plenty of room for a large shed makes this property ideal.

Contact: Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Aaron Day 0407 365 994

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994 Brennan Mileto 0422 996 451

42 Mountain Road Cockatoo

$975,000 - $1,070,000

56 Avon Road Avonsleigh

$1,125,000 - $1,250,000

Private Family Oasis

Avon Acre!

Spacious family home on just under 1 acre (3599 sm) just a stone’s throw from the Cockatoo Township. The home offers 3 good sized robed bedrooms. Master with ensuite, plus 3 generous living areas, incl. a huge rumpus (potential 4th bedroom / dual accommodation. Well-appointed kitchen overlooks dining/meals are & step down into family room, adjoining the formal dining/living room. Huge rumpus room with potential for 4th bedroom/ dual living space. Mains gas ducted heating, split system heating & cooling, sealed road & NBN connected. Full-length verandah & undercover decked area. Massive 2 car garage with workshop & extra high ceiling, internal access to home. Abundance of onsite parking room for another shed. Surrounded by nature & close to Primary School, supermarket, a variety of cafes, public transport & school bus passes the door!

Of mudbrick construction, this home located on a gorgeous acre features exposed beam roof, large windows and a feature open fireplace in the living room. There are 4 spacious bedrooms, the master with walk in robe and ensuite is zoned away from the secondary bedrooms. The ample kitchen has a walk in pantry and the adjoining dining area provides access to the undercover paved area and the pool. Additionally there is a huge family room with loft bedroom plus a double garage and 3 x 7 m shed with concrete floor, fruit trees, vegetable patches, hen houses and hot houses for the ultimate self sufficient lifestyle.

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

Contact: Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Aaron Day 0407 365 994

bellrealestate.com.au 18 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

5968 6222

311-313 Main St, Emerald mailcommunity.com.au

Real Estate you can trust!

We ’ r e h e r e t o h e l p FOR SALE

17 Currajong Avenue, SELBY

$870,000 - $950,000 4A 2B 5C

FAMILY LIVING AT ITS FINEST

FOR SALE

2 Ropley Grange, UPWEY ENVIABLE SPACE AND EXQUISITE OUTLOOKS

$1,250,000 - $1,350,000 4A 2B 2C

Sitting on top of the ridge with a peaceful and private outlook from every direction, this well built, family home boasts a near flat, useable block and an abundance of classic features throughout.

Soaring timber lined cathedral ceilings look down on a spacious, open floorplan that contains four well sized bedrooms, two bathrooms and three separate living zones that provide excellent space for everyone as well as an optional space to work from home.

The grand 3-storey scale of this home is enhanced by a flexible floorplan fit for growing families. The ground floor is equipped with a double garage, home gym, and spacious rumpus room suited to a supplementary bedroom. The main floor is a showcase of sophistication with a gourmet kitchen with glass splashback, stone benchtops, wall oven, and peninsula seating serving as the heart of the home. Branching to both formal and informal living areas, each with floor to ceiling windows to capture the exquisite outlooks.

Glenn Chandler

Brad Conder

M 0418 410 689 | E glenn@chandlerandco.com.au

M 0422 639 115 | E brad@chandlerandco.com.au

FOR SALE

182 Mt Morton Road, BELGRAVE HEIGHTS

$790,000 - $860,000

PRIVATE FAMILY PROPERTY NEAR BIRDSLAND RESERVE

4A 2B 2C

FOR SALE

14 Agnes Street, GEMBROOK

$860,000 - $940,000 4A 2B

SOLID FAMILY HOME ON 1 MAGICAL ACRE

C

Timeless design and a top-tier lifestyle location near Birdsland Reserve take this property to an entirely new level of indoor-outdoor living. Privately positioned to create its own oasis while securing a sought-after spot in the desirable Dandenong Ranges, this is a magnificent opportunity to make a move to the Hills.

With beautiful valley views that take in the nearby rolling green hills, this 4 bedroom brick home is in a fantastic location near the end of a no through road and is ready for your renovation ideas. Perfect for a growing family, there is plenty of room for everyone on this 1 acre (approx.) property that is gently sloping, full of sun and fully useable.

Inside, the home has an excellent floorplan with a spacious L-shaped lounge and dining room that adjoins the original kitchen and separate meals area.

Suzie Brannelly

Glenn Chandler

M 0490 506 910 | E suzie@chandlerandco.com.au

M 0418 410 689 | E glenn@chandlerandco.com.au

Sam Adamson

Belinda Duivenvoorden

M 0421 023 760 | E sam@chandlerandco.com.au

M 0409 991 173 | E belinda@chandlerandco.com.au

9754 6888 1689 Burwood Highway, Belgrave VIC 3160 www.chandlerandco.com.au of fice@chandlerandco.com.au mailcommunity.com.au

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 19

PUZZLES SUDOKU

No. 066

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

easy

4

9

5

1

1 8 5 2 4 3

5 2 1 7 7 2

9 9 4 6 2

5 1 8 5 9 2

3 9

1

3

8 medium

3 2 5 8

9 7 4 9 1

QUICK CROSSWORD 5 6 7 8 10

ACROSS Sibling (6) One-storey house (8) Belonging to them (5) Maryland city (9) Lassoed (5) Painting of the countryside (9) Water-rich vegetable (9) Innumerable (6) Female name (6) Hushed words (8) Common greeting question (3,3,3) Make a speech (5) Brief statements (9) Florida city (5) Claptrap (8) Steal (6)

1 4 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 18 23 24 26 27 28 29

14 16 17 19 20 21 22 25

No. 066

Area of hilly land (6) Deny (7) Doppelganger (4-5) Time for leisure (7) Beauty and the Beast heroine (5) Female cleaner (9) US president (1963–69) (7) Recount (7) Periods of 60 minutes (5) He might have a carrot for a nose (7) From Stockholm, say (7) Song’s words (6) Separated (5)

DOWN Characterised by satire (7) Slumber (5) Domain of an earl (7)

1 2 3

DECODER

No. 066

6 8 7 5

7

8

1 5 4

4 9 3

3 6 6 4

5 7

2 hard

3

6 4 8 2

5 6 3 4 1 2

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

8 6

D T 16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

9-LETTER WORD Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once.

No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

D

F

Today’s Aim: 5 words: Good 7 words: Very good

7 1 3 8 5 4 6 2 9

6 2 5 8 3 7 4 9 1

3 8 4 9 2 1 7 5 6

10 words: Excellent

1 7 9 6 4 5 2 8 3

8 4 1 3 7 6 5 2 9

9 3 6 4 5 2 8 1 7

2 5 7 1 8 9 3 6 4

I

F

A

4 6 3 5 9 8 1 7 2

7 1 8 2 6 4 9 3 5

4 6 8 1 2 9 3 5 7

2 9 5 6 7 3 4 8 1

9 4 2 7 3 5 8 1 6

8 3 1 4 9 6 5 7 2

6 5 7 2 8 1 9 4 3

5 7 6 3 1 8 2 9 4

3 2 9 5 4 7 1 6 8

1 8 4 9 6 2 7 3 5

3 6 9 7 4 8 5 1 2

5 4 2 6 1 3 8 7 9

7 8 1 2 9 5 4 6 3

4 7 5 1 2 9 3 8 6

8 2 6 3 7 4 9 5 1

1 9 3 5 8 6 7 2 4

9 5 4 8 6 2 1 3 7

6 3 7 4 5 1 2 9 8

2 1 8 9 3 7 6 4 5

Puzzles and pagination © Pagemasters | pagemasters.com

I

A V

T

4 LETTERS BASE BUSS EBBS EGOS HERS HUTS ISLE LETS MITE MOST PALE PREY USES UTES

5 LETTERS ALONE APART AVERT AWARE AWOKE BERET BLAME BLEAT BUTTE CHASE DARES EARNS EDGED EDGES EGGED ELOPE ENTER FORGE GALLS HASTE

No. 066

HEART HELLO IDEAL LARGE LEAFY LEDGE LEPER MOIST MUTTS PACTS PESTS RADAR RAWER REEDS REPEL ROUGE SAUTE SEEDS SKITE SLEDS SMUTS

SPORT STEAL STRUT TENET TEPEE TESTS USING VIGIL WORTH 6 LETTERS CONFER OODLES REHASH RESIST

7 LETTERS CAPSULE GURGLED OUSTING REALEST RUSTICS STIMULI 8 LETTERS EMBARKED NAMELESS SERENADE TREATISE

adit, AFFIDAVIT, aida, avid, daft, data, davit, diva, fiat, vita

5 9 2 7 1 3 6 4 8

hard

4

medium

3

easy

2

5

1

9

15

2 3 9

14

7

3 LETTERS ACE AGE ALL APE ART ASS BUT CHI EEL EKE ELM FOG GAS GET ICE INN ION LAG LSD ODE RED TEA TEE USE

C P S U L H I O Z Q E WM

4 3 9 6

1

1

A R N Y X B G J K V F D T

7

1

WORDFIT

04-02-22

William Matthews Funerals FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

24 HOUR SERVICE ALL AREAS

9739 6868 45 Cave Hill Rd, Lilydale www.williammatthewsfunerals.com.au 20 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

12410397-ACM06-19

mailcommunity.com.au

networkclassifieds.com.au Trades & Services

www.networkclassifieds.com.au

Place your ad in print and online

V Air Conditioning

V Trades Business Profile

V Plumbing C456410-KK31-6

Sangster’s

Be cool this summer • Brivis Evaporative Cooling • Daikin & Rinnai Splits • Pensioner discounts • Evap & Split Service Specials

Service

Licence No 21425 Maintenance, Bathroom Renovations, Gas Fitting, Dishwashers, Spouting, Replace gas & electric hot water service, General Plumbing.

Grow your business with

For all your plumbing needs phone Nick on 0413 422 842

TRADES & SERVICES Speak to our classified team and find out how easy it is to advertise. Start building your brand today and be seen every week in Network Classifieds Trades and Services.

DIN TREE SERVICE WAN ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

REPLACE IT WITH ASPHALT! IT WON’T HAPPEN AGAIN!

฀

FREE

12518757-DL44-21

0418 327 737 5968 8493

0473 326 333

5 SHERIFF ROAD, EMERALD

Call 1300 666 808

A.G & E. WILLIAMS

PLUMBING CONTRACTORS

฀

฀ ฀

Call Steve 0417 192 009

12358958-PB30-17

฀

฀

J.L. Hutt Electrical ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

฀

24 HOUR SERVICE ฀ ฀

฀

฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀

฀

฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀ ฀

Jason 1300 644 698

12438941-CG04-20

V Electricians

Small Job Specialist ฀ ฀฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

฀ ฀ ฀

฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

฀ ฀ ฀

฀ ฀

฀ ฀

฀ ฀

CALL GREG 0438 683 141 OR REGAN 0439 208 693.

CALL AFTER HOURS 5968 3140

Alan 5968 5191 Mob 0418 176 159 V Roofing

12436017-SN51-19

David Hastings 0418 231 965

฀

Leak detection & repair Valleys replaced Pensioner discount

S&V RELIABLE EARTHWORKS • Excavator 5 Tonne and 15 Tonne • Bobcat Hire • Tip Truck Hire • All Types of Excavation Work • Holes Augered • Site Cuts • Driveways • Blocks Levelled and Shaped • Retaining Walls • Trenching • Free Quotes • No Jobs Too Big or Too Small

Phone Steve Ph: 5968 2508 Mobile: 0417 723 745

Call Chris 0412 099 142 23 years in roofing leaks

12503528-HC29-21

DANDENONG RANGES PAINTING SERVICE

0419 683 392

12462305-LB39-20

Specialist in Gutter Cleaning / i`ÊÀ vÊÀi«> ÀÃÊEÊ i> ÃÊUÊ,i i`ÊEÊ* ÌÊ vÊ, và 25 Yrs Experience Call Matt for a free quote

V Painters/Decorators

Interiors • Exteriors

Rebedding & pointing Skylight resealing Written guarantee

12382862-RA13-18

Specialising in renovations, large or small

฀ ฀ ฀

1003429-PJ6-12

Deckings, Pergolas, Colorbond Roofing, Kitchens & any other General Carpentry

0412 593 503

General Plumbing Gas Fitting Hot & Cold Water Roof & Spouting Pumps & Tanks Farm Water Boring & Trenching Sewerage Connections Septics & Sand Filters

EARTHWORKS 12444807-FA12-20

C762441-KK7-10

All types earthworks * Driveways *Site Cuts * Drainage & Retaining Walls Demolition & Rubbish Removal * Blocks Cleared & trees Felled * Firebreaks All types Rock & Concrete Drives, Slabs & Pathways Licensed Operators * Fully Insured * Free Quotes * All Areas www.klplant.com.au A/H 9754 8424 Call Ken

฀

Lic No. 29938 V Excavators

D&S Home and Property Improvements

Excavators 3 to 20 ton * Bobcats & Tippers * Mini Digger * Augers * Compactors

V Builders & Building Services

฀

Plumbing Contractor Reg No. 15348

V Carpenters

EXCAVATIONS

฀

• Domestic • Commercial • Installation & Maintenance • Sewerage Connections • Septic Tanks & Stormwater Drains • Drain Blockages • Burst Pipes • LPG to Natural Gas Conversions • Hot Water Service Repairs & Renewals • Spouting, Roofing Repairs & Installation

12443385-NG10-20

CONCRETE * LANDSCAPING * PLANT HIRE

฀

5968 3334 or 0408 335 077 IAN WOODHOUSE

melbourne.asphalt@bigpond.com

V Bobcat/Earthmoving

Lic 106275

฀

Richard - 0419 502 949 Simon - 0417 399 750

฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀

Plumbing & Gas Fitting, Excavator Hire, Water Renewals, Metal Roof & Gutters, Hot Water Unit Repair & Replacement, All Sanitary & Stormwater Drainage, Septic, Sewer & Treatment Plants, Pumps & Rain Water Tanks.

฀

฀

฀

฀

FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS.

฀

฀

QUOTES

฀

฀

฀

Email: daniel@topcatdriveways.com.au Visit our website at: www.topcatdriveways.com.au

EST. 1987 All work guaranteed

฀

฀

฀

Daniel Brown Mobile: 0409 395 635

• Driveways • Car Parks • Pathways, Tennis Courts, Draining, School Yards, Machine or Hand Laid Asphalt Repairs • Commercial & Domestic • Free Quotes • Timber & Brick Edging

30 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE

FULLY INSURED

• RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL DRIVEWAY WASHED OUT?

“Wandin Tree Service has been using community classifieds for the past 20 years. The Trade Directory adverts allows us to focus on specific local areas to provide a prompt, value for money service at affordable DGYHUWLVLQJ UDWHV ´ ă -LP

฀ ฀ ฀

C1024520-KG18-12

C1039154-JM27-12

V Asphalting

฀ ฀ ฀

C683684-SJ2-9

www.fairbairns.com.au

฀ ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

1170652-HM05-15

9870 7059

From plumbers to pest control, carpet cleaning to building services, dry cleaning to computer repairs, lawn mowing and more, Network Classifieds has been connecting local businesses with the local community with our Trades and Services each week.

12424506-ACM33-19

12522612-JW47-21

REC 17042 PIC 38148 AU 06212

Real Estate section of Network Classifieds.

12454729-SG29-20

mailcommunity.com.au

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 21

NEWS

Make every drop count

By Callum Ludwig Yarra Valley Water has partnered up with City West Water, Melbourne Water, South East Water in a water conservation initiative called Make Every Drop Count.

The campaign’s main message is ‘Target 155’ to reach a daily average of 155 litres per person, per day to limit their water use.

Based on statistics, an average Greater Melbourne resident currently uses 159 litres of water per person per day. Managing Director of Yarra Valley Water Pat McCafferty believes the campaign will making people think about their values and where they can start to reduce water consumption in the first place.

“We know over 80 per cent of people who live in the metropolitan area are keen on water conservation, but there’s almost a third who don’t think they’re doing enough,” Mr McCafferty said.

“Interestingly, over 60 per cent don’t actually

know how much water they’re using.”

Melbourne is the nation’s fastest growing city, with a predicted population of over 10 million by 2051 - almost double the current population. As a result, greater pressure will be placed on water supplies and Target 155 aims to create incremental drops in water usage in order to maintain a sustainable level for future generations.

Mr McCafferty is excited by the discussion the campaign is encouraging, and particularly the ideas Yarra Ranges residents are coming up with and sharing.

“As we engage with people, particularly in the Dandenongs, there is a consciousness about looking at the environment and being sustainable,” Mr McCafferty said.

“There’s a lot of ways to save water around the home, but there’s no monopoly on good ideas.” Residents of metropolitan areas as a whole have already adopted a positive attitude towards improving the efficiency of water us-

age, with 159 litres of water per person, per day seeing a decrease from 162 and 161 litres per person, per day in 2018-2019 and 2017-18 respectively. The Make Every Drop Count website also lists different ways you can reduce water usage in the bathroom, kitchen, laundry and outdoors. Around the house, the bathroom is the primary use of water seeing 40 per cent of the total usage, followed by outdoors at 30 per cent, the laundry at 20 per cent and the kitchen at 10 per cent.

Using buckets to hold or collect water in the shower or when washing a car are two ways water usage can be cut down in the bathroom and outdoors, and leftover water can be reused on the gardens.

There are some permanent water restriction rules Yarra Ranges residents should also be aware of: Hand held hoses must be fitted with a trigger nozzle and leak free.

Gardens cannot be watered by anything other

· ·

than a hand held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle or an automatic watering system between the hours of 6pm and 10 am.

Hard surfaces (including, driveways, paths, concrete, tiles, timber decking) cannot be cleaned with water unless where cleaning is required as a result of an accident, fire, health hazard, safety hazard or other emergency, if staining to the surface has developed and then only once a season or in the course of construction or renovation.

In the laundry and kitchen, it is encouraged you try and only run your washing machine and dishwasher on a full load, and turn on eco modes if your appliances have one.

Target 155 argues residents all simply need to use only around half a bucket less of water each day in order to achieve the goal. Yarra Ranges residents can also be in with a chance to win weekly spot prizes, or a grand prize of $2000 by sending in their own water-saving tips and tricks.

·

·

Upwey Community Link reopens after staff shortages to keep their links open, but the developing Covid-19 situation means changes to their services may occur at any time.

Any changes to the operation of council services will be updated via social media and their website.

The Community Link provides Family, Youth and Children’s services, Maternal and Child Health services, Early Childhood Intervention Services and a Vic Roads Agency.

The Upwey Community Link will reopen on Monday 31 January after closing on 11 January due to staff shortages.

The centre will reopen at 9am and will close at 5pm, returning to normal operating hours onsite.

The Community Link in Monbulk was the closest for Ferntree Gully and Dandenong Ranges residents to remain open during this time, as well as those in Lilydale and Healesville. The Yarra Ranges council intends

Upwey Community Link will reopen on Monday 31 January.

Trades & Services

General Classifieds

฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀

฀ ฀

฀

฀

฀ ฀

Paul 0418 570 231

• TREES PRUNED, LOPPED, FELLED AND REMOVED • WOODCHIPPING AND STUMPGRINDING • QUALIFIED ARBORIST FREE • PROMPT RELIABLE SERVICE QUOTES • EXCELLENT RATES

paulnobes@live.com.au

Lic. 25035

Rubbish Removal

V

• Shed Removals • Soil & Concrete Removal • Free Quotes • Fully Insured • Family-Owned Business

Andrew 0408 242 015 | Chloe 0448 393 959

12507097-BL33-21

• Rubbish Removal • Green Waste Removal • House Clean Outs • Backyard Clean-ups • Demolition Strip Outs

YARRA VALLEY SEPTIC TANK CLEANING • Septic Tanks • Treatment Plants • Grease Traps • EPA Licence • Portable Toilets

5962 4841

C936869-KK25-11

Septic Tanks

V

V

฀ ฀

฀฀฀

฀ ฀

Call Darren on 0404 040 686

Employment

section of Network Classifieds.

22 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

Massage Therapists

ADVERTISERS in this section are qualified practitioners and offer nonsexual services.

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

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

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

Employment V

This is a fulltime position, working with another employee.

Please send written applications to: lance@willurahpark.com.au 12529337-NG52-21

Need cash?

Sell it local

Positions Vacant

12386568-ACM19-18

DENTAL NURSE Full time position Previous experience not essential Submit CV to: The Practice Owner, PO Box113, Belgrave 3160.

Immediate start

Windows

WINDOWS 1 Window Replacement Service Timber or Aluminium Windows Free Measure and quote

Member HIA and MBA www.windows1.net.au

1238899-CG33-16

฀

Pets & Services

ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTE

☎ 9720 5111

V 12395220-HM32-18

9754 6686 ฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

www.coincollectandtrade.com • sales@coincollectandtrade.com

V

BELGRAVE TREE SERVICES ฀

COIN COLLECT AND TRADE For appointments call Chris 0438 582 575

We require the services of an experienced farm Manager to run our midsize cattle farm with approximately 150 head of cattle. We are looking for someone with a hands on approach.

Must have experience in the following: • Managing Staff (a small team) • Problem Solving • Tractor experience • “NLIS” records and requirements • Understanding breeding programs based on Bull and cow blood lines • Animal husbandry • Drenching cattle • Farm Maintenance, including Fencing, Plumbing, Welding etc • Mechanical Aptitude

V

Tree Lopping/Surgery

฀

Farm Manager Required Upper Beaconsfield/Harkaway/Berwick Area

• No Fuss • No Mess • No Stress

9735 3700

Mobile 0419 131 958 SERVICING ALL AREAS BOB WALLACE AND SONS V

WANTED TO BUY

TREE SERVICES

• LARGE TREE SPECIALISTS • HEDGE TRIMMING EXPERTS • STUMP GRINDING • MULCH AVAILABLE • CONSULTING ARBORIST

www.southerncrossrr.com.au

Positions Vacant

• Free appraisals and • Unwanted coin or advice given. banknote collections.

• Good service and prices paid.

• Emerald based licensed • Valuation service available. secondhand dealer.

We visit you.

• Medals, Tokens and Militaria.

DAWSONS $20 MILLION INSURANCE

V

Wanted

0473 326 333

Rubbish Removal & Demolition

12496966-LB23-21

฀ ฀ ฀ ฀

30 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE

DIN TREE SERVICE WAN

12402861-RA44-18

All types of Roofs

FULLY INSURED

V

12499475-CG25-21

The Re-Roof Man

Tree Lopping/Surgery

12504869-DL30-21

V

Employment

12423634-SN31-19

Roofing

V

Picture: SUPPLIED

Buy & Sell in our

Motoring section of Network Classifieds.

General 9703 1530 Notices section of Network Classifieds.

Professional

DISCRIMINATION IN ADVERTISING IS UNLAWFUL The Victorian Equal Opportunity Act 1995 makes it unlawful for an advertiser to show any intention to discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, age, marital status, political or religious belief or physical features, disability, lawful sexual activity/sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or on the basis of being associated with a person with one of the above characteristics, unless covered by an exception under the Act. As Network Classifieds could be legally liable if an unlawful advertisement is printed, Network Classifieds will not accept advertisements that appear to break the law. For more information about discrimination in advertising, contact your legal advisers or the Equal Opportunity Commission.

mailcommunity.com.au

SPORT

Soccer trials begin

By Parker McKenzie Monbulk Ranges Soccer Club is running trials for their women’s State League One team, as the clubs pushes for promotion after the previous two seasons were disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Trials will be held on Thursdays and Tuesdays until 17 February.

“Want to be part of something special?” the club said.

“Here at Monbulk we are working hard on a project to develop players to reach their individual goals and potential while being a part of our clubs goal to achieve promotion to the VPL.” The club trains and plays at the Monbulk Regional Soccer Facility, which features two synthetic pitches. It is seeking players for both the seniors and reserves teams.

Senior coach Aaron Jones said the team looked set to be promoted before the season was curtailed by the pandemic.

“We were on track to get there last year, but unfortunately everybody was in the same boat with the season being cancelled,” he said.

“It’s exciting to get back on the pitch.”

Football Victoria’s scheduled 2021 season was cancelled because of the lockdowns and restrictions put in place because of the Covid-19 pandemic, with teams playing in the same league in 2022 they were set to compete in previously.

Mr Jones said the club wants to push forward and bring as many players down as possible.

“Monbulk has created a good balance be-

Monbulk Ranges senior women’s coaches Aaron Jones and Tony Trimboli.

Picture: MONBULK RANGES SC tween community and competitiveness,” he said.

“It doesn’t seem like rocket science, but it is hard to find.”

The women’s State League One season will kick-off April 24 and will be an 18-game home and away fixture featuring 10 teams before finals and promotion/relegation playoffs.

Ferntree Gully and District Cricket scores NR Reeves Shield Knox Gardens 3/129 (J Butcher 63, J Marget 51*) def Ferntree Gully Footballers 9/128(cc) (B Dobinson 38; T Baker 3/21); Knoxfield 8/214 (C Buckland 44, J Balfour 42, M Plumridge 34; H Carter 2/25, J Carter 2/41, A Kinniburgh 2/56) def Lysterfield 201 (C Mcelroy 41, N Walsh 34, A Kinniburgh 32; C Rumble 3/34, T Atkinson 3/35); Upwey-Tecoma 8/245(cc) (N Lee 78, J Whetstone 44, C Wheeler 30; N Rowe 2/23, T Argoon 2/36) def Belgrave 9/209(cc) (J King 38, A Brunner 32; C Wheeler 3/43, S Gannell 2/27); The Basin 0/82 (S Vozzo 54*) def South Belgrave 78 (M Ley 4/27, L Walter 3/23); Ferntree Gully 7/180(cc) (P Jefimenko 75, G Kalisperis 34; D Devenish 2/35) def Johnson Park 147 (L De silva 36, A Devenish 29, D Devenish 25; H Cowling 4/19, J Toohey 4/30); RJ DeCoite Shield Upper Ferntree Gully 7/186 (C Spaulding 51, C Williams 45*; S Medonza 2/25) def Rowville 9/184(cc) (T Wood 76, C Gunawardana 34; A De silva 2/28, C Spaulding 2/30); Eildon Park 137 (D Smyth 56, J Evans 31; A Whitfield 2/10, M Goddard 2/16, K Atacador 2/28, E Wimalaratna 2/39) def Mountain Gate 52 (J Hicks 3/2, Z Clark 3/7, N Caton 2/4); Olinda 194 (J Scott 54, T Scott 48, J Langer 32, T Box 25; N Adcock 3/27, A Wild 2/32, D Stott 2/33) def Knox Gardens 142 (J Buljubasic 30,

· · ·

Weekend top four Saturday pennant saw Monbulk 1 take on Vermont South hoping for maximum points that would move them back into the top four.

Jim Bras’ rink found themselves three shots down after five ends, but then won eight of the next 10 ends to lead by 12 shots. They then won only one more end to fall over the line by one shot, 23 to 22.

Brian Smith’s rink had a close contest with scores level after the fifth, twelfth and seventeenth ends. The Monbulk rink won three of the last four ends to win by three shots, 17 to 14.

Eric Markham’s rink started well and led by 10 shots after eight ends. They then had a lapse in concentration and by the seventeenth end only led by two shots. The Monbulk rink then fought hard to win the last four ends to run out winners by nine shots, 26 to 17.

Tim Stapleton’s rink started brilliantly and were eight shots in front after six ends. Their opponents then won six of the next seven ends to level the scores.

The Monbulk rink then finished strongly winning six of the last eight ends to win by seven shots, 23 to 16. Monbulk won the overall by 20 shots, 89 to 69 and have moved back into the top four.

Monbulk 2 played away at Hampton Park in what was a top of the table clash.

Monbulk were well placed on all rinks in the first six ends, but then fell away to lose the overall by 38 shots, 55 to 93.

Eric Furby’s rink led by six shots after 12 ends. They then lost the next four ends to trail by two shots, but won three of the last five ends to go down by just one shot, 19 to 20.

Alan Hamilton’s rink led by three shots after seven ends, but then lost 12 of the next 14 ends to lose by eight shots, 14 to 22. Jim Anderson’s rink was only four shots behind after 12 ends, but then fell away to lose by 17 shots, 9 to 26. Graeme Goller’s rink was all square after 10 ends.

They then lost a number of multiples to lose by 12 shots, 13 to 25. This loss has pushed Monbulk 2 down to third place on the ladder with 5 matches to go until the finals.

· · · ·

Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association round 10 was played over the weekend.

Picture: FIELD OF VIEW SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY

·

·

H Morrison 28, A Wild 27; D Fitzgerald 3/20, T Box 2/17, J Langer 2/34); St Johns Tecoma 4/171 (K Grenda 55*, J Sali

33, G Lord 28*; K Snyman 2/26) def Monbulk 168 (J Creed 39; K Grenda 4/44, M Hardy 3/32, J Roleff 2/20);

Monbulk bowlers take top spot in midweek pennant Monbulk 1 travelled to Chirnside Park for Tuesday pennant to play on their grass green, hoping for maximum points that would put them at the top of the ladder.

Peter Koomen’s rink started slowly and were six shots down after five ends. They then won the next 10 ends including a number of multiples to lead by 17 shots after fifteen ends. They were able to maintain the lead and went on to win by 15 shots, 27 to 12.

Jim Bras’ rink dominated their game early and after eight ends led by nine shots. However, they lost seven shots in two ends to lead by two shots at the lunch break.

They then regained their composure and mailcommunity.com.au

dominated the game to win eight of the last nine ends to record victory by 14 shots, 31 to 17.

Eric Markham’s rink controlled the game early and at the half way mark led by 11 shots.

They were able to keep the opposition at bay and went on to win by eight shots, 22 to 14.

Monbulk won the overall by 37 shots, 80 to 43 and have claimed top spot on the ladder.

Monbulk 2 played Packenham at home and even though they won on two rinks they still went down. Alan Hamilton’s rink couldn’t find their line early and were 10 shots down after seven ends. They then won the next four ends to draw within one shot. By the eighteenth end

they led by one shot and won the last three ends to record victory by 5 shots, 25 to 20.

Eric Furby’s rink led by nine shots after 12 ends, but then lost the next three ends to be two shots in front with 6 ends to play. They then finished well to win five of the last six ends and won by eight shots, 26 to 18.

Graeme Goller’s rink was one shot in front after nine ends, but then lost the next eleven ends to go down by 19 shots, 9 to 28.

Monbulk 2 lost the overall by six shots, 60 to 66.

Monbulk 3 played Boronia away from home with Mike Harris’ rink having a close contest.

They led by seven shots after five ends when

they picked up six shots on the fourth end.

They then lost eight of the next 10 ends to be three shots adrift. However, they powered home winning five of the last six ends to win by three shots, 18 to 15.

Peter Lee’s rink was level pegging after seven ends. They then lost the next five ends to trail by eight shots and eventually lost by 10 shots, 14 to 24.

Bruce Cockerill’s rink was involved in a high scoring game and after twelve ends led by two shots. With two ends to play they were only three shots behind, but dropped 11 shots in the last two ends to lose by 14 shots, 23 to 37.

Monbulk 3 lost the overall by 21 shots, 55 to 76.

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

|

MAIL 23

BEST PRICE, BEST TANKS WITH A LIFETIME GUARANTEE

12533908-DL05-22

Ring Terry Miller direct for the the best best prices prices

It’s time to catch it, order and build your concrete tank NOW!!!

Ph. 0419 462 814 Concrete tanks built correctly will last a life time!

Terry Miller from Terry Miller Concrete Tanks has been in the concrete tank building business for nearly 30 years. Being from country Victoria himself, Terry realises the importance of good water storage systems.

Concrete water tanks built correctly will last a lifetime. They keep your water cool, clean and algae free. This is because our tanks have 130mm walls and a 300mm base, and are poured with 40-mpa strength concrete not 25 or 30 mpa. We also use plasticiser to keep up the strength in the tanks instead of water. And after 28 days of curing the strength of the concrete will be between 48 and 52 mpa. And each tank is poured individually on site. These tanks come out white, which is a sign of the strength in the tanks. The MPA is a measure of how much concrete there is as parts per 1000. The walls of the tank are vibrated all around to ensure that there are no air bubbles and that the concrete is compacted down. Terry generally builds tanks in three sizes, 50,000, 105,000 and 120,000 either with a silo (metal) roof, concrete top or open top tanks.

The tanks will not blow away or fall apart, and this is particularly important in areas where there is high wind, or in fire prone districts. In the event of a fire, a large tank (120,000 litres) can supply water back up to the main house. By setting up a petrol powered generator and pumping water up onto the house directly, via a reverse water sprinkler system, you will keep your home cool and wet. Or if need be, you can jump into the tank to keep cool and be protected from flames and radiant heat.

Water is our most important resource, and we cannot have too much of it! So for all your water storage needs when you are thinking of installing your next tank, please call Terry for a quote on 0419 462 814 or 02 6026 7021 or check out our website, www.terrymillerconcretetanks.com.au.

Nearly four years ago, we suffered our own fire here, in Barnawartha, and we were lucky. But it made me realise how important good water storage is. We are in for a long, hot, dry summer, and fire restrictions are in. Having an ample supply of safely stored water is imperative. So why not contact Terry now about your water supply needs, BEFORE, the heat builds up and water scarce. There is nothing more refreshing than your own cool, clear, clean water!

• Buy Direct and Save • Free Quotation • A Sound Investment te r websi Visit ou com.au ct. www.tm

• All tanks are 2.26m in height • All tank walls are 130mm thick • All foundations (tank top and floor) are 300mm thick • Tanks are algae free • Cool in Summer • Won’t blow away

Sizes from 22,000 to 120,000 litres 24 MAIL

|

Tuesday, 1 February, 2022

0419 4627115 814 Phone: 0419Phone: 462021 814FAX: PHONE: 0260 267 (02) 6026 Email: info@tmct.com.au Email: cjf57@bigpond.com PO BOX 372 BARNAWARTHA VIC 3688 Email: info@tmct.com.au TL1648715

www.terrymillerconcretetanks.com.au www.terrymillerconcretetanks.com.au Concrete 40 mpa fully vibrated Concrete 40 mpa & &fully vibrated

TL1648715

mailcommunity.com.au