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Night market returns

Lighting up the night Storms across Melbourne’s South East put on a beautiful display on Sunday 13 March, featuring spectacular lightning.

Local photographer Steve Pretty captured this stunning lightning photo over the Officer Club on Cardinia Road.

Lightning across the Officer sky.

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Defying the odds before he began Captain Australia’s Big Walk on Boxing Day, deciding to use his new lease on life to give back.

“I got the idea that a pilgrimage would fix me,” Simon said.

“It’s proved positive that I could overcome crippling psychological side effects of a Stage 4 disease.”

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Captain Australia is showing everyone what it takes to be a superhero as he walks from Brisbane to Melbourne to raise funds for The Kids’ Cancer Project.Simon Harvey was diagnosed with Stage 4 head and neck cancer in 2016 and told he had just six months left to live.

He underwent a gruelling physical and emotional battle to overcome his illness before

having a total metabolic response to chemoradiation.

“I felt guilt and shame from the idea that I would be darkening my young children’s lives by my absence, so my own survival was about surviving for them,” Simon said.

“Cancer eats away at everything - it’s not just your health, it’s your hope and your relationships.”

Simon was told he was cancer-free two days

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his journey across Australia as “boring, painful joyful, fun, surreal, and dangerous”.

“The first half of the walk was a horrible ordeal, walking in the rain, getting blisters, but that’s when I did most of my healing,” he said.

His generosity has proved infectious as locals from almost every town Simon has visited in Victoria have given him food to eat and a place to sleep for the night.

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Captain defies the odds From page 1 In Bunyip he was given a birthday cake to make up for a missed celebration, a group of ladies danced to welcome his arrival in Garfield and Simon was shouted a couple of beers in Nar Nar Goon.

On Wednesday 16 March, Simon dined at Castello’s Pakenham Hotel and slept at The Valley Motel.

Next on the itinerary will be Dandenong, Mount Waverley and Melbourne’s outer CBD before Captain Australia will arrive at Mel-

bourne’s Federation Square on Saturday 19 March.

Simon said he was delighted at the thought of finishing his epic trek and reuniting with his nine, 11 and 12 year old children once again.

“I’ve learnt to live day by day so when I’m done I want to take a bit of that back with me,” he said. It is estimated that, on average, about 750 children aged 0-14 years old are diagnosed with cancer each year in Australia.

To donate to the cause, visit captain-australias-big-walk.raisely.com/donate

Simon stops for a coffee at Robert Gordon Pottery’s Nancy Eatery.

Captain Australia is walking from Brisbane to Melbourne.

We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions Train disruptions: Buses replace trains in both directions and stations closed Cranbourne and Pakenham lines

8.30pm to last train, 22 to 24 Mar

Caulfield to Westall

8.15pm to last train, 20 to 21 Mar

Caulfield to Dandenong and Pakenham

8.30pm to last train, 27 to 31 Mar Pakenham Line

Until 21 Mar

Dandenong to Pakenham

Until 1 May

Hallam Station closed

In Mar

Lanes and ramps closed between Warrigal Road and EastLink

At night in Mar

Closed between Warrigal Road and EastLink

Princes Freeway

Some nights in Mar

Closed between Princes Highway and Cardinia Road

Peninsula Link, Carrum Downs

At night, 20 to 21 Mar Closed at Lathams Road

Hallam Road, Hallam

Until 2 Apr

Closed at the level crossing

Western Port Highway, Cranbourne South

Until 4 Apr

Closed between Ballarto and Cranbourne-Frankston roads

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Monash Freeway

Find a detailed list of disruptions at bigbuild.vic.gov.au Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne

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Water safety messages Police and Life Saving Victoria converged on Lysterfield Lake as drones flew overhead on Monday 14 March - but there was no emergency.

Instead, the officials had joined forces to share important water safety messages in the wake of 17 deaths by drowning in Victoria over the summer.

Four people have drowned at Lysterfield Lake since 2007.

The lake appears calm on the surface but

currents and submerged objects below the surface make the lake a potentially hazardous place to swim.

Life Saving Victoria showcased the capabilities of their drones for monitoring activity on the water, identifying hazards and undertaking land surveying.

The safety advice from Life Saving Victoria includes swimming with a friend, actively supervising children and swimming at patrolled beach locations during patrolled times.

Life Saving Victoria officials discuss drone use and water safety with interested swimmers.

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Life Saving Victoria officials fly their drone over the lake to monitor activity on the water.

Many speedsters nabbed

By Marcus Uhe A total of 80 drivers were caught speeding and 17 unregistered vehicles were detected across the City of Casey as part of Victoria Police’s Operation ARID over the Labour Day long weekend.

In neighbouring Cardinia Shire, seven drink drivers, 13 oral fluid tests, five disqualified drivers, four unlicensed drivers, 66 speeding drivers, four seatbelt infringements were detected.

The figures contributed to more than 7000 total offences recorded across the state during the major road safety blitz.

Operation ARID saw police ramp up enforcement following a tragic start to the year on Victoria’s roads, with rural roads and holiday hotspots a particular focus.

While pleased that the majority of road users complied over the weekend, Assistant Commissioner for road policing Glenn Weir said that it was “completely unacceptable” that so many motorists continue to take risks on the road.

“Our increased focus on road safety across March has only begun and the community should be assured they’ll continue to see police out enforcing during this high-risk period,” Mr Weir said.

“We plead with all road users to make good choices. One bad decision is all it takes to cause a tragedy.”

Forty per cent of offences detected during the operation related to speed, while there were also 515 motorists detected for alcohol and drug offences from 95,174 tests.

Automatic numberplate recognition technology helped police detect 1122 unauthorised drivers who were either unlicensed, disqualified/suspended or driving an unregistered vehicle.

The total 7193 offences detected during Operation ARID also included 299 disobey signs/ signals infringements, 239 mobile phone offences and 150 seatbelt offences, while 119 ve-

An allegedly suspended driver’s car impounded in Hampton Park on the night of Sunday 13 March. 272612 Picture: SUPPLIED hicles were impounded.

In Casey, 11 disqualified drivers were detected, 10 motorists were caught drink-driving, and three were caught using their mobile phone while behind the wheel.

Among the offenders was a 44-year-old travelling on the wrong side of Pound Road in Hampton Park on Sunday night, 13 March in heavy rain.

The driver, who “appeared highly drugaffected” according to police, almost collided with a vehicle from the Endeavour Hills Police Station and enquiries revealed the vehicle had been impounded just two months prior.

Their car was seized for a second time and the driver will be summonsed to attend court at a later date Five people have been killed on Victoria’s roads this month, bringing the total number of lives lost this year to 55, more than seven at the same time last year (48).

Operation ARID ran from 12:01am on Friday 11 March and concluded at 23:59pm on Monday 14 March.

Victoria Police will continue its increased road safety focus across March, which is the highest-risk month for road trauma.

Jason Roberts is accused of murdering Victoria Police officers Sergeant Gary Silk and Senior Constable Rodney Miller in August 1998.

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Roberts’ jury discharged

By Karen Sweeney, AAP A trial for accused double police killer Jason Roberts has derailed before prosecutors even finished opening their case.

Roberts, 41, is accused of murdering Victoria Police officers Sergeant Gary Silk and Senior Constable Rodney Miller in August 1998.

The officers were staking out a series of armed robberies across Melbourne’s south and eastern suburbs when they were shot and killed.

Roberts, of Cranbourne, pleaded guilty to 10 charges of armed robbery and not

guilty to two charges of murder.

A trial before Justice Stephen Kaye opened in Victoria’s Supreme Court on Tuesday before a jury of 15.

But the entire jury was discharged on Thursday after two jurors suffered “healthrelated issues”.

Dismissing just the two jurors would have left only 13 for the remainder of the trial, due to last four months, leaving little room for other jurors who might become unwell to be discharged.

“I have absolutely no option but to do that,” Justice Kaye said of the decision.

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Thought-provoking show Running until Sunday 24 April, Bunjil Place Gallery is home to the thought-provoking art exhibition One foot on the ground, one foot in the water.

Already in its second month at the gallery, the exhibition showcases over 20 artworks from 11 contemporary artists including Catherine Bell, Timothy Cook, French & Mottershead, Mabel Juli, Richard Lewer, Sara Morawetz, Michael Needham, Nell, Patrick Freddy Puruntatameri, Nawurapu Wunu?murra.

The collection of paintings, sculptures, installations and sound works centres on the subject of our own mortality and draws on experiences of grief, transience and remembrance.

“The immediacy of loss is one of the most difficult experiences to articulate in words,” said exhibition curator Travis Curtin.

“One foot on the ground, one foot in the water tests what an art exhibition can do to express the complexities and mysteries of the emotional experiences surrounding death and loss that reverberate through time.”

The exhibition features paintings in charcoal and earth pigments, ceramic, glass, tatami mats made of igusa (woven soft rush straw grown in marsh areas) and sculptural works made from wood, plaster, oxidised steel and cast iron.

One foot on the ground, one foot in the water is a LaTrobe Art Institute exhibition.

One foot on the ground, one foot in the water explores themes of grief and mortality.

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Harvest worker incentives

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By Jamie Salter Those who have dreamt of leaving their life behind to travel around Victoria now have a chance to get paid to do harvest work.

The Australian Government has recently announced the extension of the AgMove initiative, allowing people who relocate to take up agricultural work access to a financial reimbursement for travel and accommodation costs.

The AgMove incentive has been extended until June 30 and is available to Australian citizens and temporary visa holders with a right to work in Australia.

MADEC Harvest Office manager Tyrell Gilligan said the program appeals to those seeking horticultural or agricultural based work.

“MADEC will make sure they’re willing and able workers keen to achieve harvest work and then connect them to an employer,“ Ms Gilligan said.

“AgMove relocation assistance can be for people looking for about six months worth of work and the benefits are that you’re keeping physically fit and forming new friendships.“ Since May 2021, more than 7000 AgMove agreements have been negotiated for people to move to regional Australia for short-term agricultural work.

Those who relocate for a harvest job could receive up to $6000 in reimbursement for travel expenses, PPE and also accommodation.

To receive the payment, people need to relocate 90 minutes away from their current residence.

This means Pakenham residents could move to Shepparton or vise versa.

“It has really encouraged those in the metropolitan areas to hop out into a regional area and have a go at picking, packing, and pruning,“ Ms Gilligan said.

There are four sites for MADEC Harvest Trail services in Victoria including Sunraysia, Mid-Murray, Goulburn Valley and Gippsland.

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Night market’s big return

By Jamie Salter Candles, clothing, cards and cider were just some of the items on display at the Akoonah Park Night Market held in Berwick over the weekend.

The night market has a strong emphasis on great food, family entertainment and handcraft stalls.

Live music added to the ambience as visitors enjoyed a range of market food including the potato twists, meat skewers and ice cream.

Akoonah Park Market coordinator Ian Gillespie said it was a successful evening.

“The idea of the market was to give back to stallholders who supported us during Covid-19,“ Mr Gillespie said.

“Our intention is always to look after the stallholder community as well as the broader community, and there was a lot of smiles on faces on both sides.“ About 233 sites were filled at the night market.

Mr Gillespie said a lot of organising went on in the lead up to the market, thanks to coordinators Jacqueline Bell and Des Honicke.

“After what everyone has been through in the past couple of years, it’s encouraging to see families out in groups enjoying themselves,“ Mr Gillespie said.

“We’ve had a lot of positive feedback and we’re looking at planning more but it’s all weather permitting.“ He said the regular Sunday market was also very busy as people enjoyed being outdoors once again. Member for Gembrook Brad Battin attended the night market to learn more

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about local issues.

“The market supports local small businesses and gives everyone a chance,“ Mr Battin said.

“Many of the businesses here are local and most of them are all ones that supported the community during Covid-19, so to have all of them here is really important.“ The market drew a large crowd on Friday 11 March, running from 4pm to 9pm.

The proceeds obtained from the market goes back into maintaining the Akoonah Park precinct.

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Police launch new appeal for cold case information Homicide Squad detectives are continuing to appeal for information in relation to the 1993 murder of Emanuel Georgios Sapountzakis in Endeavour Hills as the 29th anniversary of his death passes.

Mr Sapountzakis’ body was located in scrubland by a passer-by about 8.30am on 2 March 1993 in an area off Greenbank Drive commonly known as the Police Paddocks.

The 26-year-old had been shot a number of times, resulting in fatal head injuries.

At the time of his death, Mr Sapountzakis had been working as a taxi driver.

About 3.30pm on 1 March, he attended his employer’s property in Wantirna to collect his blue Ford Falcon EA taxi for his shift.

Mr Sapountzakis received a number of jobs during this shift and continued to maintain contact with the black cabs’ communication depot.

About 2.03am he accepted a courier fare from Boronia to Dandenong and the in-car system indicated that the dispatch was completed at 3.29am.

This was the last confirmed contact with Mr Sapountzakis.

Emanuel Sapountzakis was murdered in Endeavour Hills in 1993. 271945 Picture: SUPPLIED At 7.28am a message was despatched via the black cabs query channel to contact the communications channel if Mr Sapountzakis’ car was sighted.

Around the time of this alert, a witness located the cab on the Mountain Highway in Bayswater, outside the factory of Vulcan Australia.

The vehicle was locked, both amber roof

lights were illuminated and the meter was still operating, indicating a fare of $127.80.

Some of Mr Sapountzakis’ personal belongings were inside the cab, however, there was no sign of him.

Multiple witnesses contacted investigators after sighting Emanuel’s vehicle in and around Scoresby Road, Bayswater and Stud Road, Dandenong.

These sightings have assisted police over the years to establish a timeline of Mr Sapountzakis’ movements.

At the time of his death, Mr Sapountzakis had been living in Clayton with his wife and two-year-old daughter.

He was also studying chemical engineering at Monash University while working six days a week as a taxi driver.

His family had migrated to Australia from Brazil in 1971.

Despite a significant investigation over the past three decades, detectives have been unable to establish who is responsible for Mr Sapountzakis’ death.

Of particular interest is that the victim, on

several occasions, was in possession of large sums of US currency, a claim that has been supported by multiple witnesses who saw Mr Sapountzakis carrying the money in his pocket and wallet.

Homicide Squad detectives are keen to speak to anyone who sighted Mr Sapountzakis and his vehicle around the Police Paddocks on the night of his death to come forward.

Investigators would also like to speak to anyone else who has knowledge of who was responsible for Mr Sapountzakis’ death and why.

Police are hopeful that someone will be able to provide information which may lead to further avenues of enquiry for the investigation.

Police have also released a photo of Mr Sapountzakis and his vehicle as part of this appeal.

Anyone with information relating to Emanuel’s murder is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via crimestoppersvic. com.au/

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Lake Side Sounds is on again in April Lake Side Sounds is back in 2022 with a huge line-up and new location, set to rock Pakenham on Sunday 3 April from noon to 6pm.

Join fellow music lovers outdoors at the Cardinia Cultural Centre in Lakeside Pakenham for a day of music, food and good vibes, presented by Cardinia Shire Council and Cardinia Cultural Centre.

Headlining this year is ARIA award winning artist Josh Pyke.

With a new album due for release on 18 March, be one of the first to hear his new music live.

Joining the line-up is local musician Bec Sykes and the participants in this year’s Cardinia Shire Music Residencies Program, Brodie O’Halloran (Magdalia), Olivia Mae and Matt McMahon.

Each artist has undertaken a tailored program delivered by industry professionals Liz Drummond and Jarred Young to enhance their individual artistic abilities.

This opportunity for the three musicians to perform at Lake Side Sounds is to celebrate their learnings from the residencies.

Mikey Cahill (known as DJ Joey Lightbulb) will MC the event and bringing the vibe with music between sets.

Lake Side Sounds will also feature a range of other attractions including food trucks, children’s entertainment, belly dancing, and a whole lot more.

Tickets are on sale now via the Cardinia Cultural Centre website at cardinia.vic.gov.au/ccc.

For more information about the event, visit Cardinia Cultural Centre’s website at cardinia. vic.gov.au/ccc or call Cardinia Cultural Centre on 1300 887 624.

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To the start of the 2022 AFL season!

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Members of participating libraries around Australia can soon tune in to monthly online events hosted by best-selling authors Maya Linnell and Ben Hobson.

Casey Cardinia Libraries will be the first of a suite of libraries to collaborate with the authors for the online events, Library Lovers with Maya Linnell and Ben’s Book Club.

Each online event features a series of guests, including an author, a lifestyle expert and a local librarian, with attendees offered the opportunity to ask questions, interact with guests, and enjoy light-hearted conversation about books, gardening and cooking.

The first event of Library Lovers with Maya Linnell took place on Wednesday 16 March at 7pm.

It featured a packed line-up of guests including Gardening Australia editor Jenny Baldwin, cookbook guru Sophie Hansen and Casey Cardinia Library’s own Janine Kimberley.

Ms Kimberley, who has been a librarian for Casey Cardinia Libraries for 13 years, is known for her work championing Australian authors.

“When my debut book was about to come out, Janine was one of the first librarians to pick up a copy of my book and promote it,” Ms Linnell said.

“For her to reach out and say ‘I’ve picked up an advanced copy of your book and I love it and I’m going to tell everyone about it’ was just amazing.”

Ms Linnell is the author of four rural fiction books, with her latest novel Paperbark Hill hit-

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Casey Cardinia Librarian Janine Kimberley (right) is the first of a range of librarians to participate in the online events. ting shelves on 31 May. Ms Kimberley, who said it is her “mission to get everyone to read Australian authors”, said the online events were a great way to “bring libraries into people’s homes”.

“I’m hoping people will become more aware of what is available online, because they’re often not even aware they can get access to magazines and books virtually,” she said.

“The fact we can take libraries with us nowadays is sensational.”

The online events have been launched as an initiative of library platform Overdrive, whose Libby reading app features digital books and magazines which can be accessed and borrowed free of charge.

To register for the event, head to bit. ly/3MLTDNo

Two Cranbourne residents spoke to Neil Mitchell on 3AW radio last week concerned about the alleged use of drones for dangerous activity in Cranbourne.

Our readers had their say on Facebook: Barny Rubble: Surely it has to be a targeted act. Wouldn’t think drone pilots do this as a random act. And yes I have a drone before all the Karens start!

A number of sections of footpaths around the Officer Town Centre development are yet to be completed, frustrating local residents and business owners.

Here’s what our Facebook readers thought of the project: Phill Thompson: Considering this was going to be finished in December, then late January it’s disgusting they saying April now.

Miriam Cormack: Council needs to ensure the infrastructure is built/paid for before the development begins. And invest funds where needed and charge future developers for it. Officer residents have been living in a half-built suburb for 15 years and it’s likely to remain that way with the sealing of major roads including Tivendale and Bayview waiting for developers.

Andrew Cook: This is what happens when big developers want to do a big major project and walk away. They could have gone under.

Bradley Venville: There hasn’t been a safe pedestrian crossing/footpath at the Racecourse Road level crossing in the 20 years I’ve lived there....

Giles Gibson: Let’s follow the path along the highway. Just ignore the creek in Officer at the weighbridge…. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Bra uplift for women

By Eleanor Wilson Narre Warren Charity BK 2 Basics is hoping to lift some weight off women’s shoulders with their ‘boobie blitz’ bra donation service.

The not-for-profit is calling for donations of new or near-new bras of all sizes.

“Working with thousands of women, you hear stories that some women are wearing the same maternity bras years later, or they can’t wear bras because they can’t afford it,” said BK 2 Basics founder Kelly Warren.

“As women we often put everyone else before us, but no woman should have to go without a bra”.

Kelly is using the charity’s Facebook page as a call-out platform for the blitz, with businesses and individuals across Melbourne offering to collect and wash bras ahead of the event.

Hampton Park resident Monica Soll is one community member who has offered her address as a drop-off point for the boobie blitz.

“I remember when I was in grade six and I was quite developed … it was my grade six teacher who went and bought my bras for me, because my mum wasn’t in the position to do so,” she said.

“If I can help in a small way by helping to be a drop-off point, washing some boobie holders, I’ll do what I can do because this cause touches me in many ways without me even realising.”

Other donation locations include Cranbourne, Narre Warren, Lilydale, Bayswater, Frankston, Carrum Downs, Berwick, Officer, Croydon, Bonbeach/Chelsea and Kooweerup.

The organisation, which also holds a number of other charitable initiatives including a community pantry, already has three to four pallets of bras ready for the blitz.

But Kelly wants the initiative to cater to every bra size.

“When you get a correctly fitting bra, you feel empowered, you’ve got more confidence and you feel like superwoman, and that’s what I want women to feel,” she said.

“I really want to wait until we get more sizing, especially the bigger sizes because we receive less of them.”

Kelly is also on the hunt for an appropriate venue to host the blitz.

“We’re still looking for the right venue. We want to make it fairly central as a lot of women only have access to public transport,” she said.

“We’ll have coffee, tea, maybe some muffins. A lot of professional bra fitters have offered their time for the event.“ “I just want to create an environment where women feel comfortable.”

To keep up to date with the BK 2 Basics Boobie Blitz, head to their Facebook page at facebook.com/BK-2-Basics-Melbourne-1367565603298891

Longstanding BK 2 Basics volunteer Lisa tries a donated bra on for size. Picture: KELLY WARREN

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Open doors at Lakeside

By Elle Cecil Lakeside College Pakenham will host its annual open day on Saturday March 26.

Opened in 2006, Lakeside College is a small Christian school in the Lutheran tradition that prioritises relationships between teachers and students, family and staff, and school and community.

Student-led tours will highlight the positive first-hand experiences of attending Lakeside College, while music performances will showcase many of the opportunities available to your child at Lakeside. Take the chance to

meet the school’s staff, learn about the curriculum, delight in food technology tastings, witness science demonstrations and relish in the warm, nurturing environment of the school.

With access to fantastic facilities including the Cardinia Cultural Centre, Toomuc Playing Fields and Cardinia Life gym, students are surrounded by a beautiful campus and supported by a strong network of teachers and staff.

The Lakeside College Open Day runs from 10am to 2pm on Saturday March 26.

Learn, care, achieve. Lakeside College is located at 2 Portobello Road, Pakenham. For more information, visit lakeside.vic.edu.au

Here comes Footy4Fun Cardinia Shire Council in partnership with AFL Victoria is proud to be running the Footy4Fun program this March.

The free program offers AFL-based activities and modified games for children aged seven to 12 years.

This program aims to improve their skills in a fun and engaging way for the potential to transition to Auskick. The program features three sessions from 5:30pm to 6.30pm

every Friday from 18 March at James Bathe Community and Sports Hub in Pakenham.

In its third week on 1 April, the program will be a female-only session for both the children and the coaches.

To register, go to cardinia.vic.gov.au/ footy4fun James Bathe Community and Sports Hub is located at 67 Caversham Drive in Pakenham.

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Horses take their turn The annual Labour Day Berwick open horse show event has been held again on the beautiful grounds of Akoonah Park.

The weather certainly contributed to a beautiful day and although exhibitor numbers were less than previous years, the standard of horses was equally magnificent.

Berwick Show Society is grateful for the support of sponsors, Jack Rae and N King, Alex Scott and staff and Airepaire Air Conditioning Services who generously gave cash prizes for supreme winners. The Berwick Show horse committee looks forward to the return of the full horse program in 2023.

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Tell us a fun fact about yourself!

I have European Jewish, German, Indian and Great British heritage, with a whole lot more thrown into that mix (according to recent DNA analysis).

What are you most passionate about?

Everyone being heard, with space to explore.

What do you love about what you do?

Writing is written into me. It’s how I know who and what I am.

What is your experience in the industry?

As well as my fiction writing, I’m currently working on a PhD in philosophy through Western Sydney Uni. In academia, I’ve written book reviews, translations, critical articles and have gotten to know the publishing process. I also work with words through my work in the audiobook industry. I’m co-director of Voices of Today, an Australian audiobook production company.

Who is the best person you’ve worked with?

Ha, I’ve worked with many lovely people. I have to list a few: 1. My husband Andrew (teacher at Nepean School); he listens to my ideas and is always (hilariously) encouraging.

2. Stephen, the mentor and academic who first suggested I do a PhD; he is profoundly insightful and has always believed in me.

3. My current PhD supervisor, Paolo Diego Bubbio; we have a great working dynamic.

4. Denis Daly, who started Voices of Today — he gave me the chance to be business partners and I’m very grateful.

There are so many more I could mention.

I’ve worked with some lovely Australian authors over the last few years, who have been an absolute delight and a credit to the industry.

What would your last meal be?

Food always tastes best after hard work. So, something satisfying after hard work.

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Giving birth to my daughters.

What was your favourite subject in school?

Pretty keen on everything! In VCE, I did maths, art, psychology, English, and more maths … plus a certificate in theology.

What are you currently listening to, watching or reading?

Just finished listening to: Black and Blue by Veronica Gorrie Currently reading: Singing Saltwater Country by John Bradley; Atomic Thunder by Elizabeth Tynan; Living for Shalom by Jeanette Woods Watching: Lego Masters with my kids. That Hamish! What a joker.

How would you describe your fashion sense?

Ha! Ignorant. My gardening clothes are my relief and my true self (I work two days as a gardener). My kids advise me on other occasions.

Where is your dream holiday destination?

Anywhere I can run barefoot, splash in water,

climb trees, cook outdoors, explore around plants and animals … and hide somewhere to read.

What were you like as a kid?

Bookworm, tomboy, tree-climber, sensitive, insecure, curious, anxious, inquisitive.

What is your favourite colour and why?

Blue and green: ocean, hills and sky.

Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert?

Gregarious introvert who loves collaboration.

What was your first job?

Pharmacy Assistant at Hildebrand’s Pharmacy (used to be on Towerhill road, Frankston).

Work experience was at the Frankston Standard newspaper.

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Gmail, Borrowbox, Dictionary.

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Sod turns on new estate Construction has started on the first masterplanned community in Melbourne’s newest residential greenfield growth corridor, Pakenham East, at Lendlease’s Averley.

Set on 113-hectares within the Pakenham East Precinct Structure Plan, Averley will deliver around 1500 homes for a projected population of 4400 residents, 20 hectares of parklands and wetlands, four planned schools, a community town centre and an additional shopping centre nearby.

Lendlease’s head of communities in Victoria Anne Jolic was joined by several soon-to-be residents as they participated in a ceremonial sod-turn on the site of their future neighbourhood.

Ms Jolic said Lendlease would undertake more than $151 million worth of new infrastructure works, including new roads and intersections.

“We’ll also deliver a one-hectare park and playground ready in time for when the first residents move in,” she said.

“Averley provides an opportunity for residents to enjoy a rural lifestyle that makes the most of the natural surrounds while still feeling connected to the hustle and bustle of Melbourne.”

Targeting a Six Star Green Star Communities rating, Averley will provide fibre optic network connection to all homes, low energy streetlights and recycled water to each home.

With a range of house and land options, the new community has already proven popular among buyers, with the first land releases of 54 lots selling within 30 minutes late last year.

Dominique Gohr, local resident, and recent Averley landowner said she was excited to be at the sod turning.

“We decided to buy in Averley because we love being in the Pakenham area, and we went with Lendlease because it has a great reputation for developing communities that really

Two of Averley’s first residents, Gavin and Masrur, celebrate the official commencement of construction. care,” she said.

“We were lucky enough to buy a lot that is right next to the park, which is very exciting because I have a little one, and she loves a good playground. We also managed to buy quite a large lot - it was really important for us to have a nice big backyard, and it was at a

good price so we’re really happy with it.”

Following the State Government’s approval of the Pakenham East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) in 2021, the booming greenfield growth corridor is set to provide 1300 new jobs and will add more than $1 billion to the Victorian economy over the coming years.

Located 65km southeast of Melbourne’s central business district, Averley will offer a rural lifestyle while remaining in proximity to the city, positioned just five minutes’ drive from the future East Pakenham Train station.

The first residents are expected to move in by mid-2023.

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WHAT’S ON munity Group for anybody wanting to meet new people in the community.

This takes place every Wednesday from 10.3011.30am and bookings are not needed.

Charity Craft Afternoon and Silent Auction

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Ever wanted to grow your own moss plant, carve your own wood art piece, or try a ‘paint and sip’ workshop? The team at Eagle Outdoors is holding a fundraising afternoon to raise funds for Walk A While Foundation at Eagle Outdoors Factory Showroom, Pakenham - supporting Indigenous communities in central Australia.

The $80 tickets include four craft workshop options, light refreshments and a donation to Walk A While.

Date: Sunday 20 March 1.30-5pm. To book, head to eventbrite.com.au/e/craft-afternoonsilent-auction-raising-funds-for-walk-a-whilefoundation-tickets-264936039827

Games Club People of all ages are being encouraged by Casey City Council to get down to Cranbourne West Community Centre and play different board games.

The Games Club takes place every Friday until 2 April from 1-3pm.

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The Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club encourages you to come along for a fun morning of line dancing from 9.30am – noon each Monday at the Senior Citizens Hall – 1 Codrington St, Cranbourne. Call 0432 107 590 for more information.

Cook4Cald Summer Program Cook4Cald has an event across the next three weeks on Sunday from 11am at Hallam Recreation Reserve. On 20 March, there will be a body weight fitness session, on 27 March

Bunyip Agricultural Show The annual show will this year take place on Sunday 27 March from 9am-3pm. There will be pony rides, sheepdog events, show horses and a petting zoo. The show will also feature a land management expo for the first time, containing short talks and information stalls about dung beetles, feral animal management, horse property management and more. This will be presented by the West Gippsland Progress Association and Cardinia Shire Council.

Ticket prices: $10 for adults, $5 for children, students and seniors and $20 for a family of two adults and two children. All profits are returned to community groups.

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Narre Warren Bowls Club Roof Restoration Launch The Narre Warren Bowls Club is holding an official opening for the new roof that was built over the course of 2021. There will be music, light food and refreshments and an opening ceremony to mark the event.

Date: Friday 18 March from 11am. Location: 1 Magid Drive, Narre Warren.

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there will be an art therapy session and on 3 April there will be a careers/jobs masterclass from the earlier time of 10.30am.

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The market raises funds for preservation work.

There will be over 50 stalls.

Location: 211 Lloyd Street, Moe. Entry is via a gold coin donation. For further information, call 5127 3082 or email events@ gippslandheritagepark.com.au

Saturday 19 March 9am-12.30pm. Pearcedale Market supports local produce and local artisans.

All the usual stalls will be there but at a new location: Pearcedale Hall on the corner of Queens Road and Pearcedale Road.

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Pakenham and District Agricultural and Horticultural Show will take place on Saturday 19 March from 9am-5pm at PB Ronald Park.

Free entry

The bazaar will take place at Tooradin Public Hall, Station Road, Tooradin. Admission is free and on offer will be patchwork quilts, crafts, homewares, gifts and more.

Date: Saturday 26 March from 9am-3pm.

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Everyone is invited to join the fun on Saturday 26 March from 4-9pm.

It is a non-profit heritage park dedicated to preserving and displaying historically significant buildings and artefacts from around Gippsland.

Ross is always on the go and will be smashing ideas together in the pursuit of fun, When it happens you can be there. The date has been rescheduled to Friday 25 March from 8pm.

Location: Bunjil Place. Get tickets via the following link: https://tickets.bunjilplace.com. au/6363/6364

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New Vogue and Old Time Dance The dancing mornings run by the Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club take place from 1-3pm each Tuesday and from 7.30-11pm on the fourth Friday of every month. It takes place at the Senior Citizens Hall – 1 Codrington Street, Cranbourne.

Call 0432 107 590 for more information.

Carpet Bowls Each Saturday and Wednesday from 12.453pm, the Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club host carpet bowls at the Senior Citizens Hall in Cranbourne. Call 0432 107 590 for more information.

Bingo The Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club host Bingo from 11am-2pm every Thursday at the Cranbourne Senior Citizens Hall. Call 0432 107 590 for more information.

Green Living Festival Come along to this FREE event and learn all about sustainable living in Casey! With over 20 stallholders and entertainment-focused on environmentally friendly products and services, kick start your green living journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to test drive a Hyundai electric car and get up close with reptiles and there will also be a native plant giveaway, kitchen caddy giveaway, advice on making your home energy-efficient and more.

Location: Bunjil Place, Narre Warren. Time: Saturday 2 April from 10am-3pm.

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Shift in focus Changes are being made to the Casey Foundation, which Cardinia solely as the Cardiniawill potentially be known Foundation.

The foundation is making the to transition to decision a Cardinia-only body to strengthen not for profit organisations help community. in the Director Paul Thomas said the board yet to approve has the new direction transform the foundation. that will “Throughout the pandemic, like Casey Cardinia Foundation ganisations that director Paul Thomas are philanthropic, most or- says the foundation dation has had the founmay be shifting its little focus to carry out fundraising to no opportunities to Cardinia only. 198803 - we have continued grants process so our the out, but we haven’t funds have been going their own organisation. really had monies ing in because The foundation comour fundraising was mainly grants process and currently has an annual through events,” Mr Thomas is per cent of its assets. required to give back four “We took the opportunitysaid. to go strategic review If approved by the over the last couple through a board, the foundation years. only give out to Cardinia “The review indicated will based organisations. we need to fund organisation properly Beaconhills College Mr Thomas said the to ensure we’re once the changes fundraise to the Class for VCE Dance.student Ruby Thornton-Mackay has able to proved, the foundation are aplevel we need to, been chosen to perform will and ultimate- at a whole be able to operate ly give out significant at Top new level. funds Picture: SUPPLIED “We will have significantto the community.

“It will mean we support from the Cardinia can make a difference Cardinia Shire.” to organisations through Cardinia Shire our grants process,” Mr Thomas councillor Jack said. said it was important Kowarzik “There Ruby Thornton-Mac the foundation with to continue to provide spreading was an argument that we were financial support. ourselves too thin training has paid kay’s 13 years of dance outstanding and this will hone “By reinvigorating us in to a smaller off, the foundation territory. of the best students being named one who have VCE performing arts students work with philanthropist we can completed; who undertook “Cardinia is growing s in the community.

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VCE Music Investigation, Music Performance, at such a rapid rate “With the completion we can concentrate so Music Style and of this strategic on view, it would be Ruby some position, Comhas significant re- ects that really been selected to VCE VET Music short sighted to can make a difference projIndustry, Dance, perform at Drama the Melbourne wrap up the community.” foundation.” and Theatre Studies.

Recital Centre in the later this month as part Casey joined the Ruby said she was of Top Cardinia Shire Council grateful to have of Excellence, managedClass VCE Season ceived is choosing to make foundation in 2013 but cial will reprovide the honour of performing support to the foundation finanby the Victorian an exit as they Curriculum and ate their focus her skillsfor the first five Assessment Authority based dance solo which she and undergo changesreevalu- years, with the goal (VCAA). to grow as part of her exterminationchoreographed within a point where it will be able the foundation to for the subject The season presents last year. to run on its own.

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Fine art of denture care Kerri Sawdon is a dental prosthetist who makes and repairs dentures as well as mouthguards.

Her Pakenham-based business offers a friendly and relaxed environment, and provides services direct to the public.

Kerri’s business encourages patient feedback to ensure that every customer receives the desired outcome.

Kerri has been working in Pakenham as a prosthetist for 12 years , although she offers more than 31 years of experience in the industry. Her friendly and relaxed clinic aims to ensure every customer feels comfortable throughout their visit.

The clinic is at 2 McGregor Road, Pakenham, next to the chapel on the corner of Main Street and McGregor Road.

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Parklea sponsors show It’s show time in Pakenham and major sponsor Parklea couldn’t be more delighted to once again be involved.

“The Parklea Pakenham Show is one of the region’s premier family events and I know everyone is keen to enjoy the entertainment on offer after Covid left organisers no option but to cancel 2020 and a restricted show in 2021,” said Parklea marketing and sales manager Jarod Mills.

“What is so great about the Parklea Pakenham Show is that entry is free and a lot of the entertainment is also free, which makes it really affordable for families.

“This year Parklea is again proud to be sponsoring the live Australian reptile show which is definitely a show highlight.

“Josh Cox and his collection of scaly friends are always a hit with kids and adults alike so I encourage all families to stop by and say hello.“ Reptile Encounters director Josh Cox said families would have the opportunity to get up close to some weird and wonderful Australian reptiles.

“It’s a great opportunity to interact with spiny-leaf stick insects, geckos, frogs, turtles, bob-tail lizards, monitor lizards, dragon lizards, rain forest dragons and pythons,” Mr Cox said.

As well as reptiles, Mr Cox and his team will have mammals and birds on display and present interactive educational shows throughout the day.

“We bring out a handful of animals and talk about fun quirky facts to do with each one. Depending on how big the audience is, we try to make it as interactive as possible,” he said.

“Kids growing up these days are far less

Parklea Pakenham Show president Geoff Young and Parklea major sponsor Jarod Mills. 271507 He said the Pakenham Show aligned with Parklea’s ethos of building sustainable communities.

“We value the importance and tradition of the Parklea Pakenham Show. At Parklea we love that the show really does bring the country to the town and gives this growing community an

likely to encounter reptiles or native animals.

We are all about reconnecting people with nature.”

Mr Mills said the 2022 show was a chance for families to not only reconnect with nature, but also reconnect with the Cardinia community after a tough 2020 and 2021.

opportunity to come together and enjoy a free day out.

“The Parklea team would love to see as many people at PB Ronald Reserve on 19 March. You won’t be disappointed.”

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High turnover (i.e. the total income for a business) is obviously good for a business since it reflects a demand for the company’s products and services but if you cannot achieve a good margin on these, then paying for all the overhead expenses may be very difficult. Businesses need to generate profit so that they can reinvest, have cash to deal with the hard times and can share some of the proceeds amongst staff and/or shareholders.

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By David Nagel Pakenham’s (109) late-season resurgence has come to a disappointing end after the Lions lost an enthralling WGCA Premier Division semi-final clash against reigning-champion Cardinia (8/110) at Toomuc Reserve on Saturday.

Winning the toss and batting, the Lions were forced to absorb a huge amount of pressure with some tight bowling, great fielding, and all the pressure associated with finals’ cricket seeing the run-rate always hovering below three.

Rob Elston (25) and Chris Smith (24) gave the Lions a solid start, and Zac Chaplin (27) top-scored through the middle-to-late overs, but the normally free-scoring home-side was always behind the run-rate.

At different stages the Lions were 4/68 off 27, and 6/86 off 34, before being bundled out for 109.

The Bulls’ bowlers were all effective, with skipper Jake Prosser (3/7) and leggie Lachlan Volpe (2/16) stealing a bulk of the limelight.

Lions’ openers Patrick Lawson (3/16) and Tom Brennan (2/33) then sent several scares through the Bulls’ camp, being at one stage 5/42, but steadying innings from Matt Welsh (24) – who was dropped early – Jacobus Hynes (19) and Leigh Paterson (15) saw the visitors across the line with 19 balls to spare.

Prosser was thrilled to progress to next week’s preliminary final after surprising the inform Lions in a classic finals contest.

“Obviously Pakenham was one of the inform teams in the comp, winning nine of their last 10 or something like that, but we were confident, that’s never been an issue with us,” Prosser said.

“We beat them there earlier this season, but in the end this one was just a bloody good finals game.

“It was low scoring, there was plenty of pressure on the ground, it was just a great game of cricket to be involved in.”

Pakenham had clearly the better form heading in, meaning Prosser and his side needed to bring their absolute best pressure and commitment to the table.

“Definitely that was the plan with our bowling and our fielding, and we executed that perfectly, but not our batting, we were pretty ordinary in that department,” he explained.

“In the field everything we tried to do came off.

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Officer opener Jonty Bennie is swamped by teammates after the dismissal of Jamie Cape. 271935 “We wanted a low run-rate, and we got that, and Doigy (Dwayne Doig) and Bake’s (Jack Bacon) were terrific up front.

“Probably the one thing we spoke about after 40 overs was that Pakenham never really pushed for singles, and that’s something that we wanted to focus on.

“It wasn’t easy, because they bowled well, and in the end it was just a bit of luck that we were in front at the end of the game.”

The Bulls now progress to a preliminary final against Kooweerup, who were comprehensively defeated by grand-final bound Tooradin in the major semi-final.

Russell Lehman (63), Kallan Braid-Ball

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In District Division, Officer (9/87) has snuck through to the big dance after surviving a pressure-packed run-chase against Devon Meadows (9/86) at Starling Road.

The Bullants were marching strongly together after 40 overs, with Jonty Bennie (3/10), Cooper Pursell (2/15) and Leigh Boyle (2/18) on fire, but found it very tough to get going with the bat.

Sam McDavitt (24) and skipper Brett Monagle (17) were the only Bullants to reach double figures as Ben Hussey (3/14) and the Panthers bowled their way back into the contest.

But the Bullants snuck home, leaving the

Panthers to battle it out with Upper Beaconsfield (6/189) for a place in the grand final after the Maroons downed Pakenham Upper/ Toomuc (8/188) on Saturday.

The Yabbies toiled hard, with Nick Kyval (45) and John Langley (40) helping to set a healthy target, but Taylor Joyce (52) guided the Maroons to victory.

Fixture – Saturday 19 March, 2022, 1pm Preliminary Finals Premier Division Kooweerup v Cardinia at Kooweerup District Division Devon Meadows v Upper Beaconsfield at Glover Reserve

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Moody’s Lightsaber set to shine in $5m All-Star Mile

By David Nagel Trainer Peter Moody will carry the hopes of Pakenham on Saturday when his exciting three-year-old Lightsaber lines up in the world’s richest 1600-metre race – The All-Star Mile at Flemington.

Lightsaber was one of a trio of exciting three-year-olds – alongside Group-1 Australian Guineas winner Hitotsu, and Pinstriped, to gain the final wildcards for the unique $5million feature.

Lightsaber, a three-year-old colt out of Zoustar/Dream Cirque, took all before him at this time last year, winning three of his first four starts, the third of those being the $200,000 Group-2 VRC Sires Produce Stakes (1400m).

Moody’s colt then showed he belonged in the upper echelon of three-year-olds by running fourth to Anamoe, Captivant and Artorius in the $2million Group-1 Caulfield Guineas (1600m).

At his most recent start, Lightsaber ran a close-up second in the Australian Guineas to Hitotsu to earn his place in the field.

Racing Victoria’s Executive General Manager – Racing, Greg Carpenter, said connections of the trio Hitotsu, Lightsaber and Pinstriped) had accepted the offer to start in the race following an invitation by the RVappointed panel of experts.

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“Hitotsu was impossible to ignore after his win in the Australian Guineas and despite not winning Lightsaber and the luckless Pinstriped both enhanced their cases for inclusion, especially when viewed in the light of

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“Three-year-olds boast an outstanding record in The All-Star Mile, with Mystic Journey winning in 2019 and Superstorm going mightily close to upsetting his stablemate Regal Power 12 months later.

“I have no doubt these three are all capable of continuing that excellent record at Flemington in just under two weeks’ time.

“With both Sierra Sue and Inspirational Girl, highly impressive winners of the Futuri-

ty Stakes and the Blamey Stakes respectively, also carrying very strong form lines into the world’s richest mile race, it would be no surprise to see another wildcard winner of The All-Star Mile.”

The final task for Carpenter and his team is to decide which provisional emergencies would replace Kiwi-galloper Elephant, and Lighthouse, who will remain in Sydney this autumn and won’t take his place in the field.

All-Star Mile – Final Field 1.I’m Thunderstruck (VIC) (Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr) 2.Zaaki (NSW) (Annabel Neasham) 3. Cascadian (James Cummings) 4. Streets of Avalon (Shane Nichols) 5. Lunar Fox (Paul Preusker) 6.King Magnus (VIC) (Robbie Griffiths and Matt de Kock) 7. Callsign Mav (Danny O’Brien) 8. Mr Brightside (Ben and JD Hayes) 9. Icebath (Brad Widdup) 10. Tofane (Michael Moroney) 11. Sierra Sue (T Busuttin/N Young) 12. Inspirational Girl (Danny O’Brien) 13. Captivant (Peter and Paul Snowden) 14. Lightsaber (Peter Moody) 15. Pinstriped (Enver Jusufovic) pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

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Lions finish with a bang PAKENHAM BOWLS SATURDAY PENNANT DIVISION 1 – ROUND 18 It was ironic that the two sides which played off in the 2020-21 grand final should meet again in the last home-and-away round for 2021-22.

Last season’s flag winner Pakenham, which has had an average season, was playing for little more than pride and their opponents, Mulgrave Country Club was looking for a win to provide a further buffer against relegation… the sporting gods are certainly fickle!

The match was played under lights at Pakenham on Friday night before a loud and appreciative audience which included the Gazette’s own cheer squad and the support was greatly appreciated.

‘Krusty’ in particular was walking 10-feet tall and was a leading contender for BOG. With the exception of the one rink, which copped an uncharacteristic hiding, the game went pretty much according to script.

After the first 20 ends the Lions had two rinks up and one all square and an overall lead of seven shots. By the half way mark it was three up and one down and the lead had increased slightly to 10 shots. Mulgrave kept surging but each time they got close Pakenham would pull away again and by the start of the business ends, with three up and one down, the lead had grown to 22 shots.

The visitors then put in an incredible effort over the last 20 ends, outscoring the locals by almost two to one during that period but it was not enough – with three up and one down, the Lions won by 90 shots to 81 to finish the season on a high note.

Pakenham’s best rink with 31 shots to 14 was big Geoff ‘Voota’ Van Vugt (Skip), Max Mannic (3), Paul Currie (2) and Terry ‘Tmac’ McRedmond (L). The Ones finished the season in splendid isolation on the sixth rung of the ladder - a full round behind Parkdale in fifth but more than a round ahead of Mulgrave in seventh.

DIVISION 5 – SEMI-FINAL Having played their game on Friday night, the Division One side were free to head down to Hampton Park on Saturday afternoon to join the crowd cheering on the ‘Threes’ as they battled for a crack at the flag.

It was gratifying to see that most of the Ones were in attendance and that they were both loud and enthusiastic in their support.

The Three’s knew that they were up against it, playing Hampton Park on their own turf, as they had been handed a comprehensive defeat the last time the two sides had met at that venue.

However they were not without hope as the Lions, in turn, had beaten the Redbacks at Pakenham in the final round of the home-andaway season - albeit by a single shot.

In the early stages of the game the host side failed to extract the full benefit of their homeground advantage and after the first 20 ends it was Pakenham, with two up and two down, which held a slender lead, despite one rink trailing badly and looking vulnerable.

Hopefully we will have the numbers to field a fourth side next season and those members will get a game almost every week.

MIDWEEK – ROUND 14 DIVISION 2 Pakenham One held a mortgage on third position on the ladder and could not be shifted, regardless of the outcome of last Tuesday’s round 14.

However with four on the trot and five from the last six, it was important to chalk up another win so that they could carry that momentum into the finals and that was the positive, winning attitude they took to Churchhill Waverley Golf.

The game did not start well for the Lions - after all three rinks had played the first five ends they had only one up (by a single shot) and were down overall 15 shots to seven.

However as they grew accustomed to the green they warmed to the task and by the half way mark, although still having only one rink up, they had taken the lead by five shots.

It was then a case of more of the same and by the start of the business ends they had extended the lead to 11 shots and had two rinks in front.

Both sides scored an equal number of shots in the run home – the Lions therefore held that lead of 11 shots to the finish, still with two up.

Best rink with 23 shots to 13 was Max Mannic (Skip), Terry ‘Tmac’ McRedmond (3), David Laird (2) and Lindsay Stevenson (L).

Having finished the home and away season in third place, the Ones have qualified for the finals and will line up against The Dandenong Club (second) at Dandenong for their semifinal on Tuesday 15 March. The Dandenong Club won the day by a single shot in their most recent encounter but that was at Pakenham.

Top of the ladder Narre Warren take on Cranbourne in the other semi.

DIVISION 3 Pakenham Two (sixth) played Berwick (fourth) at home in the final game of their season.

It was a fairly even game throughout but Berwick always seemed to hold the upper hand.

After the first 15 ends Berwick held two rinks to Pakenham’s one but the lead was only two shots in their favour.

By the half way mark, from the Lions’ perspective, it was still one up and two down but at that stage the deficit at just five shots was still manageable.

Over the next 15 ends however, the Wickers applied the screws and by the start of the business ends had extended their lead to 14 shots.

The Lions then outscored them across the board in the run home but it was too little, too late and Berwick hung on to win by nine shots.

Pakenham’s only winning rink with 20 shots to 18 was Peter Wilson (Skip), Ken Clifton (3), Roy Harvie (2) and John Barlow (L). Pakenham Two finished the 2021-22 season in sixth position.

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Adrian ‘A-Train’ Wheelan acknowledges two great bowls from skip Ray Leggett. 272228 Picture: SUPPLIED

Ray Leggett skipped Pakenham’s best rink in its semi-final loss at Hampton Park.

Helen Wright played at second in Pakenham’s best rink against Hampton Park.

The Redbacks then went on a massive scoring blitz and by half time had turned the game around to have three up and an overall lead of 19 shots.

At that stage however, the game was by no means over.

The Lions hit back in the third quarter, outscoring their hosts during that period but unfortunately they were unable to produce the big numbers required and by the start of the business ends they still lagged behind.

Hampton Park then delivered a knockout punch in the home run, again outscoring the Lions and coasting home to a 98 to 72 victory, with two up and two down.

They played the final at Berwick on Sunday against ladder leaders Narre Warren, who easily disposed of Monbulk in the other semi

– unfortunately the result of that game was not available at the time of writing.

Pakenham’s best rink with 25 shots to 12 was Ray Leggett (Skip), Adrian ‘A-Train’ Wheelan (3), Helen Wright (2) and Gail Bowman (L).

The other members of the team were Peter Wilson (Skip), Ken Clifton (3), Gail Wilcock (2) and Kevin Holley (L); Vince Bevilacqua (Skip), Sam Granieri (3), Alan Waterson (2) and Judith Ferrari (L); and Bill Bosch (Skip), Ray Illing (3), Alan Wilcock (2) and Ian Kitt (L).

Ray Wood and John Barlow were the emergencies.

Special mention also to the players who were rotated in and out of this team from the bankers throughout the season– they too were part of the effort which saw the Threes make the finals.

Snipers shot down as Just Socials show their intent

By David Nagel Only one team remains standing at the top of the South West Gippsland Darts League (SWGDL) after Just Social made a one-act affair of its top-of-the-table clash against the Snipers.

Socials continued their recent run of great form with an unexpected 11-4 victory, handing the Snipers their first taste of defeat for the year.

Dean, from Snipers, tried his best to halt the onslaught, throwing eight tons for the night, but Terry threw six tons for the Socials to keep the Snipers at bay.

Paky One has bounced back to the winners’ list in style, scoring a 13-2 win over Middels to move to third on the ladder. Paky lost narrowly to Snipers last week but put that behind them with a very impressive display.

Glenn, from Middels, produced the highlight of the game with a 117 checkout.

In other games, Rebels have now moved pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au

The Middels team from Drouin, from left, Casey, Glen, Steve, Scott and Wayne. 272126 Picture: SUPPLIED into the top four after a hard-fought 8-7 victory over the Warriors – who have now lost three games by the smallest of margins.

Ant from the Warriors threw a 180…his

second in two weeks.

And Gembrook continues to build momentum, making it consecutive victories with a 9-6 win over the winless Mud Rats.

LADDER R5 W L FA % PTS Just Social 5 0 53 22 240.91 20 Snipers 4 1 44 31 141.94 16 Paky One 3 2 46 29 158.62 12 Rebels 3 2 40 35 114.29 12 Warriors 2 3 41 34 120.59 8 Gembrook 2 3 29 46 63.04 8 Middels 1 4 18 57 31.58 4 Mud Rats 0 5 29 46 63.04 0 Round 5 Results Paky One 13 def Middels 2, Just Social 11 def Snipers 4, Gembrook 9 def Mud Rats 6, Rebels 8 def Warriors 7.

Next Two Rounds Round 6 – Tuesday, 15 March, 7.30pm Paky One v Mud Rats (Cardinia Club), War-

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riors v Snipers (Cardinia Club), Gembrook v Middels (Cardinia Club), Just Social v Rebels (Kooweerup Hotel).

Round 7 – Tuesday, 22 March, 7.30pm Mud Rats v Just Social (Cardinia Club), Middels v Warriors (Middels Restaurant - Drouin), Snipers v Gembrook (Cardinia Club), Rebels v Paky One (Railway Hotel – Warragul).

Season Bests Most Tons 33 – Dean (Snipers), 23 – Thom (Rebels), 23 – Aaron (Snipers), 22 – Terry (Just Social), 22 – Troy (Just Social), 21 – Noel (Paky One).

180’s Troy, Liam, Shane, Aaron, Ant (2), Thom.

100+ Peg Outs 158 – Pez (Just Social), 151 – Thom (Rebels), 121 – Ant (Warriors), 117 – Shane (Paky One), 117 – Glenn (Middels), 101 – Nugget (Gembrook), 100 – Tim (Snipers).

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