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EDUCATION WEEK 2022

Our 12-page Education Week Wrap - including Catholic Education Week has plenty of options to suit any learner. Open up and take a look!

Pictured: St Kevin’s Primary School, Hampton Park.

School Tours every Wednesday at 9:30am

A welcoming faith community where everyone can experience success in an inclusive, safe and respectful environment.

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Educating for the future St Therese’s School welcomes diversity with students attending the school from a wide range of cultures. Differences are embraced to create an inclusive school rich from learning from one another.

St Therese’s School is focused on providing excellent educational opportunities through a differentiated approach to Numeracy and Literacy. Our classroom practitioners use student learning data to identify each students’ learning goals. An inquiry-based approach to learning in the area of Religious Education means that our students leave St Therese’s School with a wholistic view of the Catholic traditions and scripture stories and how they may relate to their lives in today’s everchanging world and bring them to know the fullness of God. St Therese’s Primary School has recently completed extensive upgrades to all facilities, including a new administration wing, 11 new classrooms that use state of the art hearing augmentation, two student kitchens and common areas for project work.

These works were supported by the Victorian Government under the 2019 – 2023 Capital Funding Program for non-government schools.

The students recently moved into the new learning facility that are complete with new furniture to create a contemporary learning environment. The students love learning in their new classrooms and especially enjoy participating in cooking and science lessons in the student kitchens.

St Therese’s School is one of the only schools in the Cranbourne area to host a Community Hub. The Community Hub is open to all community members and is especially designed to connect migrant mothers to services and

Enrolments for 2023 are now open. information. The Community Hub currently invites participation in weekly, adult English classes, adult computer classes, Sing and Grow

music classes for pre-school children, and playgroup.

To learn more about what St Therese’s has

to offer, please contact the school office on 59967525 to book your personalised tour. Enrolments for 2023 are now open.

St Therese’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and happy place where children are nurtured to become independent and responsible learners.

Teachers at St Therese’s are focused on ensuring each child learns fundamental English and Mathematics skills to prepare them for their future. In addition, the school offers rich and diverse learning opportunities that include weekly classes in Visual Arts, Physical Education, Japanese and a Sustainability & Kitchen Garden program, where the students are taught to be stewards of our Earth.

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To learn more about what St Therese’s has to offer and to see the brand new facilities, please contact the school on 5996 7525 to book your personalised tour.

Principal: Michelle Bruitzman

We look forward to welcoming your family to St Therese’s Primary School.

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Public education is vital

By Henry Grossek, Founding Principal, Berwick Lodge Primary School Now in our thirty third year of existence, we have much to celebrate as a proud school in Victorian public education. Education Week is upon us, as is the celebration of 150 years of public education in Victoria. It’s well worth remembering that the Victorian Education Act of 1872 was the first of its kind in the world - a trailblazer in fact.

Significantly, education was to be free, compulsory, secular and children aged 6-15 had to attend school unless they had a reasonable excuse. The aim being that the whole community would benefit.

Today, so very much has changed, nonetheless, public education remains a vital part of the Victorian community. Our school, Berwick Lodge Primary School, which opened in 1990, some 140 years later than Victoria’s oldest school, Bacchus Marsh Primary School, is honoured to share the stage of 150 years of public education in Victoria.

If you are looking for a great public school in our wonderful City of Casey, check us out online and better still, come and visit us for a personal tour. Out of zone enrolments most welcome.

Berwick Lodge preparing children for the future.

Glasses for Kids program Children with undiagnosed vision problems often find it hard to concentrate at school.

This presents challenges when it comes to actively engaging in their learning.

However, many Victorian parents avoid having their child’s eyes tested due to the prohibitive cost of glasses.

That’s why the state government has funded a free Glasses for Kids program.

The Victorian-first program, which is managed and delivered by State Schools’ Relief, has helped more than 22,000 Prep to Year 3 students at 395 schools have their eyes screened and, if needed, receive free glasses.

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Merlino announced the 1000th pair of free glasses had been prescribed to a student.

So far, the state has invested more than $2 million into the program to help ensure a child’s education isn’t disadvantaged by easily treated issues like vision impairment.

“Giving every Victorian child the opportunity to thrive at school goes beyond providing great education programs – it’s about making sure nobody is left behind because of easily treatable issues like vision impairment,“ Mr Merlino said.

“It’s fantastic to see an extra thousand Victorian students seeing more clearly and concentrating better thanks to Glasses for Kids – and that’s exactly why we’ll continue to invest in this vital program, and in our kids’ health.” cranbournenews.starcommunity.com.au

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The College integrates Islamic values and activities into the Victorian curriculum.

30 years serving needs of the Muslim community This year marks the 30-year anniversary of Minaret College serving the needs of the Muslim community in South-East Melbourne.

Founded in 1992, the College is now the school of choice for over 2500 students across three campuses - Springvale, Officer and Doveton.

Both Springvale and Officer Campus include an Early Learning Centre as well as Foundation to Year 12. The newest campus in Doveton is dedicated to Primary years.

The vision of Minaret College is to provide an environment where young Muslim students flourish.

It is an environment which nurtures students’ identity as Muslims and develops confident, capable young people who are ready to contribute to the broader community.

The College integrates Islamic values and activities into the Victorian curriculum. Alongside numeracy and literacy skills, students

also study Quran, Arabic and Islamic studies.

Aspects of faith such as prayer are also part of everyday activities.

With its student-centred approach, Minaret College students are encouraged to act in a way which is congruent with their goals and values and create positive relationships with those around them. Within Primary School, the Leader in Me program focuses on self-awareness and developing simple habits

which facilitate personal growth and wellbeing.

Minaret College is a popular choice for local Muslim families looking for a supportive, nurturing environment. Parents wanting to know more about the College are encouraged to request a tour by calling (03) 9574-0567.

Further information is also available on their Facebook page or website at www.minaret.vic.edu.au

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Catholic ethos celebrated Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Sale will celebrate Catholic Education Week from May 27 to June 3, 2022.

Catholic Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the ethos of Catholic schools and highlight the inspiring life of Catholic schools today.

The Diocese of Sale covers 38 Catholic primary schools and seven Catholic secondary schools in south east Victoria from Narre Warren, Cranbourne and Pakenham to Wonthaggi and Philip Island and throughout Gippsland all the way to Orbost.

Ms Maria Kirkwood, Director of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Sale said Catholic Schools were flourishing as more families looked for an affordable, quality, faith-based education for their children.

“After two years of COVID disruptions punctuated by lockdowns, remote learning and social distancing, our schools are looking forward to celebrating their achievements through activities, events, and open days following COVID-safe guidelines.”

“This year’s theme for Catholic Education Week, is ‘Go out into the world and spread the Good News to all creation’, from the Gospel of Mark 16:15, and our schools are currently living this call in many ways.

The Good News theme is a call for all members of a school community to enact a vision for a better world, one where people can live in harmony with each other and with, in response to the call of Pope Francis, the environment.”

“The theme also reflects the core purpose of Catholic education which is to nurture the potential of each child, and develop their knowledge and skills to become compassionate and contributing members of society.”

Catholic Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the ethos of Catholic schools.

“I hope that staff, students, families and parishes enjoy this special time and that our schools continue to be places where children

are able to reach their full potential”.

“Catholic Education Week is a highlight of the year for the Diocese of Sale, as the broader

Catholic education community comes together to celebrate our Catholic identity and unique mission,” Ms Kirkwood said.

KOO WEE RUP SECONDARY COLLEGE TOURS We invite Grade 5 & 6 Students and Parents to take our virtual tour which can be found on our website, or alternatively please contact the College to book an on-site tour. For further information, please contact Mr Todd Slater (Assistant Principal) or Ms Lauren Harvey (Year 7 Learning Community Leader.)

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Our school aims to provide a quality education for all students:

Learn more information about:

• Friendly, caring environment • Supportive Learning Communities complemented by a strong House system.

• SEAL (Select Entry Accelerated Learning) Program for gifted students.

• Extensive Sports, Music, Creative and Performing Arts programs • State of the Art Year Level Learning Centres.

• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program.

• Transition from Grade 6 to Year 7.

• Our Learning Communities and facilities.

• SEAL Program application process.

• School Bus Transport.

• Inclusive Education Program.

• Extra-curricular programs provided by the school, including the instrumental Music Program.

• Hear from our students about their school experiences.

TO BOOK AN ON-SITE TOUR: (TOURS HELD MON & THURS AT 10.15AM)

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Catholic Education Week 27 May to 3 June 2022

A faith-filled setting, outstanding pastoral care and a supportive learning environment come hand in hand with a Catholic Education.

Contact your local Catholic school for information on tours and enrolment.

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Providing a safe school We wish to extend a warm welcome to your family on behalf of our school community.

At St Kevin’s, our students are at the centre of all that we do.

We have a strong commitment to providing a safe and harmonious school environment where successful relationships thrive.

Our strength lies in the close partnerships between students, staff, parents and the wider community which is highly valued by us all.

We endeavour to educate our students to develop a foundation of knowledge, skills and attitudes for life-long learning.

The school is focused on the students being prepared for a world yet to be imagined and in providing all classes with the right tools to support their engagement in a contemporary learning environment.

At St Kevin’s, we build the expectation that each of us has the potential to contribute to the development of our changing world.

We provide an exciting educational program where learning is inclusive, relevant, fun and caters to the whole child.

Our teachers cater for the different learning styles of all students where quality educational outcomes remain their constant focus.

We strive for excellence, to instil a love of learning into our students and to make school a place where children want to be.

This is achieved through the extensive range of academic, sporting and cultural activities organised by the school.

Our school is a Learning Community. In partnership with parents, staff work together to create a culture that enables children to think creatively, confidently express themselves, independently follow their curiosity and manage their learning in an organised and persistent manner to the best of their ability.

We expect our students to work hard and to care for each other and to invest in making St Kevin’s a very positive place of learning.

We are so proud of our school, and meeting potential new members of our community brings us great joy knowing that we may be at the beginning of creating and developing new

The incredible benefits of chess in the classroom Children who play chess might be better versed to take risks than their peers, as well as aiding their arithmetic and rational thinking.

Researchers from Monash University and Deakin University conducted an experiment to examine the effects of intensive chess lessons with more than 400 Year 5 students who had no previous exposure to the game.

Students participated in a 30-hour chess program, endorsed by the World Chess Federation, across a three-week period.

They were assessed on their cognitive and non-cognitive behavioural changes, including risk, time management and ability to focus, for nearly a year after the training had ended.

What it showed was fascinating.

Playing chess from a young age could decrease risk aversion by exposing kids to win/loss scenarios and competition, as well as teaching children about strategic risktaking.

In a survey conducted with students 10 months after the chess program, 99 per cent said they wanted more chess lessons, 94.5 per cent had played chess with a classmate in the previous week, and 87.5 per cent said they played chess regularly with friends or family.

The study was led by Professor Asad Islam (Director, Centre for Development Economics and Sustainability, Monash Business School), and supported by Dr Wang Sheng Lee (Fellow, Centre for Development Economics and Sustainability, Monash Business School) and Dr Aaron Nicholas (Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics, Deakin Business School).

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If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss them.

Our school community is vibrant and enthusiastic and we hope your involvement at St Kevin’s will be enriching, enjoyable and rewarding.

We warmly invite you to explore our website, subscribe to a video tour or even book a physical tour so you can see for yourself why St Kevin’s is the school of choice in Hampton Park. St Kevin’s is a fantastic school – come and visit us.

We know you will be impressed.

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Schools could consider teaching chess, research has shown. if it helps checkmate the opponent’s king and win the game. Such sacrifices are inherently risky because if one’s calculations are faulty, the sacrifice could prove to be fatal, eventually leading to a quick loss,” Professor Islam said.

“Children need to know how to take calculated risks. If children are too risk averse it might prevent them from swimming at the beach, going to a public park or participating in contact sports for risk of injury.

“Later in life, this could also extend to adolescent behaviours such as drugs, smoking, truancy, involvement in crime and in romantic relationships.

“In many life situations, it is also the case that with great risk often comes great reward. However, the line between necessary calculated risk-taking and reckless behaviour is sometimes difficult to determine.

Learning chess can help bridge that gap.”

The researchers believe it could show the potential benefits of schools across Australia integrating the teaching of chess in the classroom to help young people deal with risk and reward later in life.

Interestingly, Armenia and Poland have already made chess instruction compulsory in their primary-school curriculum.

A faith community: • Animated by love • Inspiring innovation • Empowering learners

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Developing strong values Go out into the world and spread the Good News to all creation’ Mark 16:15 The vision at St Peter’s College is that as a Catholic community, they aspire to lead in faith, guide with love and inspire through learning. The three pillars, Faith, Education and Service, define who they are and what they stand for. Their Cranbourne Campus, has serviced the local community of Cranbourne and surrounds for many years. This Campus is currently undergoing a major facelift with the last three significant building refurbishments resulting in a modernized Arts Precinct, an innovative Applied Learning Centre and our Administration Building. The rejuvenation of the Campus is a commitment to ensuring their students are provided with the most modern of facilities and resources to excel. Their Clyde North Campus with innovative design

has features with a dual focus on the twentyfirst learner and in supporting evidence-based teaching practice. Currently under construction is a Performing Arts Centre and Applied Learning Centre, these will be followed by a three-court basketball stadium, one of the final major building projects to complete this campus.

St Peter’s College is committed to the provision of an education which caters and delivers for all students. Their strategic intent is for all to develop the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world. St Peter’s College pathway to excellence program ensures those academically driven students are provided for through accelerated and extension opportunities for VCE Studies. Those requiring additional support are catered for within their Learning Enrichment centre inclusive of an individualised learning

plan designed to ensure success. Our Applied Learning (VCAL) Program and the provision of Vocational Education subjects (VET) provides the essential learning opportunities and training to successfully transition from school to the workforce or further training.

Never has there been a more important time to belong to community. Covid-19 and remote schooling in 2020-2021 highlighted the important role school plays in the socialemotional development of young people. The importance of, and priority given to mental health and resilience through supportive practices and a connected community is critical.

At St. Peter’s College their Vertical Housebased System provides opportunities for all to connect and flourish. The Strive and Thrive Program focuses on the principles of GEM - Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness and

aims to ensure all have the opportunity to gain the skills and strategies to be in right relationship within and beyond the gates of St. Peter’s College.

The desire is for students to run excitedly through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their secondary schooling as a Year 7 student, and walk out at the end of Year 12, with confidence, a sense of purpose, and a feeling of positivity about their future lives.

In addition their 21st Century learner will possess a skill-set of: critical thinking, effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively and creativity to succeed in the world of work.

To book your place in our next Guided Virtual Tour visit the school’s web site or telephone 5990 7777.

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2024 & 2025 applications now being accepted. There are very limited vacancies now available for 2022 & 2023 enrolments STUDENT LED TOURS Are held on Fridays or we can organise a Private Tour time to suit you and your family.

Your place to attend can be secured via our website home page. Book A Tour icon at www.stpeters.vic.edu.au CONTACT Did you know all of your enrolment requirements can be completed online?

Contact our Registrar Mrs Wendy Height through our website Enrolment Enquiries Form or visit our website Enrolments pages that are tailored to guide you through the process of Researching and Applying for enrolment. www.stpeters.vic.edu.au “Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world” Our desire is for students to run excitedly through St. Peter’s College gates to commence their Secondary schooling, and walk out at the end of Year 12 with confidence, a sense of purpose, and feeling positive about their lives.

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Engaging at Coral Park Coral Park Primary School provides a range of specialist classes including Science, The Arts, AUSLAN, and Physical Education.

They run lunch clubs and provide students with alternative activities to engage them during lunch breaks.

Coral Park Primary School also produce regular episodes of Coral Star News where students create their own digital content to share with the community.

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The school is committed to the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support program to ensure a positive and consistent approach to encourage appropriate behaviour.

Coral Park Primary School run weekly school tours, please contact the school on 9702 8398 to arrange a booking. You can also check out their website at www.coralparkps. vic.edu.au The school is located at 145 Coral Drive Hampton Park.

Are you looking for a school with a closeknit community and where your child will feel safe and supported to succeed?

Look no further than Rangebank Primary School!

Hidden away behind Lawson Poole Reserve and easily accessible from Thompson Rd and South Gippsland Highway, Rangebank Primary School is accepting enrolments for all year levels in 2023. With a dedicated team of experienced teaching and support staff, coupled with our strong Wellbeing programs, we are proud of the supportive and inclusive environment we provide for every student.

After two disrupted years of schooling, the importance of supporting children to rebuild routines, friendships and a love for learning cannot be understated. Which

is why at Rangebank PS we provide an intimate learning environment where the learning experience is tailored for every child.

Over the last three years, the school has worked extensively on implementing Schoolwide Positive Behaviours and is now a leader in this space in the local area, achieving Bronze accreditation for our work in 2021 for the second year in a row.

Our core values, “Be Respectful, Be Safe, Be Kind and Be a Learner” are reflective of our holistic approach to education and prioritising student social and emotional development equally to academic learning.

Prospective parents and families are warmly welcomed to see our programs in action by contacting our office on 03 5996 8900 to book a tour.

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We help others.

We are quiet.

We use whole body listening.

We try new activities.

We complete our tasks.

We keep trying when things get hard.

We set our learning goals.

We complete our learning goals.

We turn to class on time.

We walk inside.

We keep our belongings in their correct place.

We ask permission to leave.

We pack up.

We attempt all tasks.

We ask for help when needed.

We wait for our turn.

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Equipping learners for life Cranbourne Secondary College is a dynamic learning community committed to equipping students so they can grow, contribute meaningfully and enjoy life in the world they encounter.

To that end we deliver a holistic education that integrates academic, social, emotional and moral learning.

The College mission is to equip learners for a fulfilling life by developing their intellectual, social, emotional and moral intelligence.

The broad, personalised curriculum and pathway options are delivered in a caring and engaging learning environment underpinned by an ethos and community culture of inclusion, participation.

Living our values of care, learning, community and contribution is integral to the process, as is our honouring of student voice.

Ensuring students influence their school experience and learning journey is so important to us because that’s what empowers them and makes all the difference to their learning outcomes.

It’s why our students are increasingly motivated and happy at school.

It’s our teaching and learning know-how implemented in modern, fit-for-purpose facilities and a safe, genuinely caring context that gives us our edge.

Evidence-informed learning and positive behaviour frameworks ensure teachers and students know what they have to do to get the best out of themselves.

This ultimately enables our students to develop their aspirations into meaningful pathways beyond school.

We’re continually building on our strong and proud history, going from strength to strength by ensuring the education we deliver

Cranbourne Secondary College staff are committed to upholding the school’s values and fulfilling its mission. 282920 in partnership with parents, educational experts and members of the wider community remains real, relevant, innovative and impactful.

Recently, the College has benefitted from a range of upgrades to facilities and grounds resulting in a high-quality learning and recreational spaces for students.

The next phase of this redevelopment will feature a new two-court gymnasium that includes retractable seating for approximately 1000 students.

Cranbourne Secondary College At Cranbourne Secondary College we are a respectful and responsible learning community.

At Cranbourne Secondary College our focus is on providing an exciting learning environment that enables all students to grow both academically and personally.

Stawell Street, Cranbourne Telephone: (03) 5996 3544 www.cranbourne.vic.edu.au

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An emphasis on respect in schools A concerning rise in incidents of aggression towards school staff from parents and carers has sparked policies and resources to promote respectful behaviours in schools.

The state’s new ’Respectful Behaviours within the School Community Policy’ sets out guidelines on the expected standards of behaviour for parents, carers and other adults in the school community.

The policy aims to reduce the risk and incidence of work-related violence towards school staff, ensuring all education workers feel safe and supported at work.

It includes strategies and resources to help schools prevent and manage unacceptable behaviours from parents and carers.

Posters and communication materials are being provided to schools to communicate the new policy – and the expectations around adult behaviours.

Education Minister James Merlino said school leaders and staff had been incredible throughout the pandemic and deserved to be treated with respect.

“This important work is about keeping schools safe and supporting staff to make

sure schools are places where everyone feels safe and respected – creating an environment where students can thrive,“ he said.

The policy and resources are linked to the state government’s recently passed Education and Training Reform Amendment (Protection of School Communities) legislation, which strengthens protections for school staff against parent and carer aggression.

A School Community Safety Order scheme will be introduced to all schools in mid-2022, allowing school principals to issue safety orders in response to harmful, threatening, abusive or disruptive behaviour at work.

These new laws will also allow schools to prohibit parents and carers from engaging in threatening or abusive communication through social media and other channels.

To view the policy, visit education.vic.gov. au/Pages/Respectful-Behaviours-within-theSchool-Community-Policy.aspx Respect... the state has launched a new policy to foster respectful relationships between parents/carers and school staff.

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As Principal of Cranbourne East Secondary College, I am very proud of the strong sense of community that the College has fostered and maintained, throughout a period of rapid growth.

I believe the key element that sets us apart, is the high expectations that have become firmly entrenched in the culture of our school community.

These expectations extend beyond agreed behaviors, and are ingrained in the learning that students are demonstrating in the classroom, and form the basis of our extra-curricular programs.

Another key feature of our College is the highly resourced careers team, which ensures each of our students are provided quality individual counselling towards their chosen career pathways.

We recognise the importance of wellbeing for all our students, and in response, have a dedicated team overseeing an extensive range of supports that ensure our students enter our classrooms ready to learn.

“We are giving every student, every opportunity to exceed their potential by providing a high-quality pathway to success.”

David Caughey

Chris Black “Developing the skills today to thrive in tomorrow’s world” Welcome to St. Peter’s College. We are a proudly Catholic community with a focus on Christ at the centre of our learning. We have a strong focus on the development of the whole person, academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. “As a Catholic community, we aspire to lead in faith, guide with love and inspire through learning.” Our learning environment provides students with the opportunity to become the best version of themselves. 21st Century learners will require a skill-set of critical thinking, effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively & creativity. We strive to provide opportunities for our students to engage and excel in all of these areas.

Our desire is for students to run excitedly through our gates at Year 7 and walk out completing Year 12, with confidence, a sense of purpose, and a feeling of positivity about their future lives. When selecting a Secondary College parents must feel confident that the school can provide a stimulating learning environment across all six years. This is what you get at St Peter’s College.

Guided Campus Tour are held on Friday mornings.

Contact our Registrar Mrs Wendy Height.

Come join us.

My name is David Caughey and I have been the Principal at Cranbourne Secondary College since the beginning of 2020.

I am very proud to represent the College and the wonderful community of Cranbourne.

Our high expectations for achievement and success are focused on the development of our students into confident and capable young adults who are ready to embrace life and learning beyond their time at school.

Our emphasis on student learning also extends to how we teach and support students to take responsibility for their behaviour and actions.

The College has been recognised for their outstanding work in relation to School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS).

This approach works with a framework that focuses on matching the teaching of behaviour to meet the high expectations we share for achievement.

At Cranbourne Secondary College we are a respectful and responsible learning community.

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VISIT OUR VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR TODAY Our virtual school tour allows you to experience Berwick Lodge Primary School spaces as though you are physically there.

Using emerging technology, we have mapped spaces across the school to create 3D tours and 360-degree walkthroughs.

Immerse yourself in the spaces, move around, explore and look out for LODGIE BEAR along the way.

For more details visit: www.berwicklodgeeps.vic.edu.au Please call for your personal tour. These will commence in Term 2.

Berwick Lodge Primary School welcomes out of neighborhood enrolments.

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Top cop walks to school As Cranbourne South Primary School students made they way across Pearcedale Road on their Friday 20 May walk to school, they were joined by a very important guest from Victoria Police. Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing Glenn Weir accompanied the children to mark National Walk Safely to School Day, as part of National Road Safety Week.

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New era for Holt

By Marcus Uhe Newly elected member for Holt Cassandra Fernando will make history as the first Sri Lankanborn member of Australian Parliament.

Ms Fernando and her family moved to Melbourne from the island nation in 1999 when she was just 11 years old and settled in the South East, an area already rich in cultural diversity.

The former union organiser and pastry chef said she hoped to be a voice for those in

a similar boat to her who may have felt underrepresented or unheard over the years.

“I put my hand up to run as the Labor candidate because I want to be a voice for our community, essential workers and all Australians like yourself and me,” she said.

“As a migrant and a woman, I know too well the difficulty of not having someone to be a voice for you. I know too well the difficulty of not being represented at the decision-making table.

“As I have lived through these difficulties,

they have guided me into the person I am today.

“It is an honour to be first Sri Lankan-born member of Parliament and an honour to be among many Labor members elected who make Parliament more representative of Australian society.

“I want to be an example for every Australian to believe that they and their children can be parliamentary representatives one day.”

Ms Fernando is also one of 14 new women joining Parliament for the first time, along with

fellow Labor candidate Dr Michelle AnandaRajah in Higgins and high-profile independents in Monique Ryan (Kooyong) and Zoe Daniel (Goldstein).

With a Certificate III in Education Support and Diploma of Hospitality, Ms Fernando has put her educational support training to use as a volunteer at AMES Australia (Adult Multicultural Education Services) providing tutoring services for migrants, refugees and youths from non-English speaking backgrounds.

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By Andrew Cantwell The seat of La Trobe weathered Labor’s storm across Melbourne with Jason Wood retaining his seat in Saturday’s federal election.

Mr Wood retained the seat of with an increased majority after preferences, capturing 45.3 per cent of the primary vote and securing the seat from marginal status.

With a slight swing against of under one per cent in the primary vote, Mr Wood managed over 58 per cent of the two party preferred count, according to electoral commission counting as at 5pm Monday - an increase of 3.5 per cent over his 2019 result.

The win will be Mr Wood’s sixth term in the seat.

Pre-poll, mail and absentee votes were still to be counted.

Labor’s Abhimanyu Kumar collected just over 28 per cent of the primary vote, with a two party preferred tally of 41.4 per cent.

Former Cardinia Shire councillor and Greens candidate Michael Schilling got 9.6 per cent of the primary votes counted Sunday - an increase in the Greens’ vote of over two per cent.

The biggest swing recorded on Sunday was to the United Australia Party, with an increase of four per cent, taking nearly seven per cent of the primary vote.

Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Party recorded a slight swing against, taking under five per cent of the primary vote, with the Animal Justice Party (2.4 per cent), Liberal Democrats (2.1 per cent) and Australian Federation Party mopping up remaining votes.

Mr Wood first won La Trobe in 2004, and was unseated for a term from 2010-2013 by Labor’s Laura Smyth.

An assistant minister under Peter Dutton in the former Coalition government, Mr Wood’s strong result may see him play a larger role in the Opposition shadow ministry, should

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Nightclub rapist is jailed

By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Hampton Park serial sex offender has been jailed after raping two young women in a nightclub’s toilet.

Tuncer Salih, now 45, was found guilty by a Victorian County Court jury of two charges of rape at the Clique Lounge Bar in King Street, Melbourne early on Saturday 2 February 2019.

In sentencing on 24 May, Judge Douglas Trapnell said Salih’s “truly appalling crimes” were motivated by his “desire for sexual gratification”.

“You treated both women, not as a persons deserving of respect, but as chattels, things to be used for your sexual gratification in whatever way it suited you.

“They were powerless to resist your assaults on their bodily integrity.”

The two victims, 23 and 24, had taken a cocktail of booze, ecstasy and marijuana before Salih approached them at the Clique bar about 5.17am.

The women – given the pseudonyms Kelly Howard and Sally Lucas – say they took a turn for the worse soon after ingesting a white powder from Salih in a staff-only bathroom, Judge Trapnell said.

Salih claimed it was cocaine, but Ms Lucas

who then felt “really off” and “scattered”, believed it was another illicit drug.

In the absence of other evidence, he was sentenced on the basis it was cocaine.

After 6am, the two friends went into a female toilet cubicle and locked the door. Ms Lucas then passed out.

Salih climbed over the cubicle partition, despite Ms Howard yelling and trying to push him out.

Without a condom, he violently raped Ms Howard and then the unconscious Ms Lucas – who according to her friend was “like a dead body”.

Salih’s offending had been “terrifying for these two young women”, Judge Trapnell said.

“The psychological and emotional impact of your crimes has been devastating and caused long-term suffering for them.”

In a victim impact statement, a “formerly happy, outgoing and friendly” Ms Howard said she was since scared to leave the house alone, experienced panic attacks in public, social anxiety and nightmares.

She’d since left a stable job and been unable to return to work.

“She feels objectified, abused and violated,” Judge Trapnell said.

“She wants to move on but does not believe she ever will.”

Ms Lucas had since been medicated for depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and panic attacks, with ongoing counselling and therapy.

“She has become terrified of how men can manipulate women.

“Ms Lucas found the experience of giving evidence in court extremely stressful and she describes the weeks leading up to attending court as the worst period of her life.”

Salih’s moral culpability was “substantial” due to preying on two young women who “to your knowledge, were vulnerable by reason of being heavily intoxicated by alcohol and drugs.”a In a police interview and subsequently, Salih has denied the offending. He claimed the victims invited him to climb over the cubicle partition and that he kissed Ms Lucas.

Salih’s “appalling” and “extensive” prior history included a 2003 jailing for raping a drugaffected woman he met in a hotel.

“You are not to be repunished for your past offending, but it illuminates your moral culpability for the instant offences and shows your dangerous propensity to commit sexual offences against vulnerable woman whom you

encounter in hotels and nightclubs,” Judge Trapnell said.

He had a history of methamphetamine ‘three-week binges’ as well as numerous admissions to Casey Hospital for drug-induced psychoses.

According to clinical evidence, Salih was not suffering significant symptoms of psychosis at the time of the offence.

Judge Trapnell noted Salih’s hopes of rehabilitation were “highly problematic” and unlikely to benefit from a sex offenders’ treatment program.

His previous sexual offender program did not stop him re-offending in “appalling fashion”.

The former Mulgrave school student was on a community corrections order at the time of the 2019 offences.

“In my experience, it is uncommon for a person being sentenced to have as few mitigating circumstances present as do you.”

Salih was jailed for up to 16 years, including a minimum 12-year non-parole period.

The term includes 1187 days in pre-sentence remand.

He will be registered as a sex offender for life.

Two men face charges following high speed chase Two men have been charged following a high-speed pursuit through Melbourne’s south East on Friday 20 May. It is alleged the men were driving a vehicle with false plates, before evading police in Narre Warren about 1am.

The Air Wing followed the car through a

number of suburbs including Narre Warren, Cranbourne and Tooradin.

At one stage the vehicle was allegedly detected travelling at 150km/h in a 100km/h zone. The vehicle then came to a stop in Athlone around 2am, where the male driver and male passenger got out of the vehicle and

were arrested at the scene.

A 21-year-old Pakenham man has been charged with driving dangerously whilst being pursued, driving at dangerous speed, two counts of failure to stop, driving whilst disqualified, driving an unregistered vehicle, possession of a controlled weapon and being

equipped to steal. He will appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 6 June 2021.

A 31-year-old Long Gully man was charged with theft and discharge missile.

He’s been bailed and will appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 4 October 2021.

Restore Rup Rail petition gets off to a positive start

By Jamie Salter Local residents are launching a petition calling for a Cranbourne to Kooweerup rail extension.

The Restore Rup Rail campaign was established this year to advocate for improved public transport for Kooweerup and neighbouring areas.

The goal of the petition is to gain a promised commitment from a major party to “rebuild the Clyde to Kooweerup rail line with an additional station at Tooradin, to a double track electrified standard with trains running every 15 minutes”.

State Hastings MP Neale Burgess has agreed to sponsor the petition and present it to the Legislative Assembly of Victoria.

Campaign founder Travis Mitchell said the community has had a positive response to the petition so far.

“It’s got to the point now where something’s got to be done so we decided we’d have a real crack at it this year,” Mr Mitchell said.

“Kudos to Neale for getting on board - we’re really appreciative.

“Beyond Cranbourne nothing has been spent since 1984 and the area has been neglected for so many years.

“When you look at Pakenham East station and all the upgrades along the Bairnsdale Line, they’re getting millions of dollars whereas beyond Cranbourne we’ve had nothing and it’s such a lost opportunity because we’ve got South Gippsland and the Bass Coast.”

There are more than 22,000 residents in Cranbourne which is expected to increase to

The passenger train from Leongatha arriving at Kooweerup station in its final days of service in July 1993. almost 28,000 by 2041.

The petition can be submitted up until the last parliamentary sitting day on Thursday 15 September.

Mr Mitchell said he believed the rail extension was achievable.

“We’re hoping it will be tabled before the

State Election and with the numbers we get, it will have a big impact,” he said.

“It would be magnificent for straight access to the city - you could do things like go to the MCG and students could go to Monash University.

“It’s also user friendly for people who are

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disabled.” Mr Mitchell said the current bus services in the region were unreliable and a “band-aid fix”.

“It’s time for some serious money to be invested into the region,” he said.

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Labor to end neglect: MP

By Eleanor Wilson and Cam Lucadou-Wells Re-elected Bruce MP Julian Hill said he plans to use the support of a newly elected Labor Government to “fix the big things” which will then benefit local communities.

Retaining the seat of Bruce despite a 5.7 per cent swing against him in the primary vote, Mr Hill said the nation needed a government that would focus on fixing big issues rather than “bribing” communities with votes.

“There’s been far too much focus on pork barrelling local communities and handing out little dobs of money to bribe some votes at sporting clubs and local groups for political gain,” he said.

“Our community has been neglected for nearly a decade because of the outrageous politically driven allocation of resources where the Liberal Party treated taxpayer dollars as if they were Liberal Party dollars.“ Mr Hill stressed his primary role as a Federal member was to “speak for the community in Canberra and work constructively on big national issues” which would then benefit the community.

“I didn’t approach the election with a pocket full of bribes, which in some ways was a risky path because if you look over the border that stuff works to a degree, but over time it becomes a cancer to our democracy when national elections become a bribe,” he said.

“I’ll deliver, but will do it in a way that restores trust in the government.

Mr Hill said he was conscious many sporting clubs and community groups had missed out on important funding for a long time.

“We’ve committed to partner with Casey Council to upgrade local open spaces to support families and the Doveton Pool will be a personal priority to work with the community to secure federal support, but we’ll do it in the right way,” he said.

Of the Coalition’s unfulfilled pledge for a City Deal between the government and South East Melbourne councils, Mr Hill said: “We said we will sit down and have a proper adult consultation with councils in the region on what a partnership might look like.”

He said other priorities going into the next term of government include support for aged care, the “giant black hole” of the Department of Home Affairs, rebuilding manufacturing and transforming the nation’s energy system. “ I’m very conscious of the need to support local community projects and work with the council on local priorities.”

Saturday’s election hit both the Labor and Liberal candidates for Bruce with a swing of almost 6 per cent against them, with many constituents choosing to support minor parties including the United Australia Party and Liberal Democrats, who saw 4.7 per cent and 5.1 per cent positive swings, respectively.

Mr Hill believes the swing showed there was “a clear message of discontent from the electorate and an appetite for change in how

Bruce MP Julian Hill hands out how-to-vote pamphlets at Dandenong Stadium pre-poll centre. 281784 politics is done”.

“Anthony Albanese as Prime Minister was clear on day one that he intends to restore the standing of Parliament and I believe that a good government will win back the trust of the people,” he said.

Bruce Greens candidate Matthew Kirwan said his 1.8 per cent primary swing was part of a national “green slide”.

It showed Labor’s policies for climate change and tackling inequality were not “progressive enough” for voters on the Left.

And with the Greens potentially holding the balance of power in the Senate, there would be pressure on the incoming Government to “step up” on climate change, he said.

Monash University politics lecturer Dr Zareh Ghazarian said the ALP would be cautious about how they worked with the Greens in Parliament.

“They would be wary of the concerns in the community about Labor and the Greens working together and any political impact.”

Voters’ disaffection with both major parties had been coming for a while, with Labor’s “low-40’s” primary vote in safe seats Bruce and Isaacs was now approaching “dangerous territory”, Dr Ghazarian said.

“The major parties have been seemingly unable to stop voters leaving them and supporting minor parties.

“Their messages are not resonating and we’ve got a sense that voters are now confident to switch their votes to independents and minor parties.”

Meanwhile, after a near wipe-out in Victoria, the Liberal Party would be reviewing “who the Liberal Party is representing and how”.

Voters were seemingly turned off the Coalition by former PM Scott Morrison’s self-

described “bulldozer” leadership and the ‘it’s time’ factor of going for a fourth term of government, Dr Ghazarian said.

Bruce candidates James Moody (Liberal) and Matt Babet (United Australia Party) were contacted for comment.

FACTBOX LA TROBE 2PP: Lib 58.6% - ALP 41.4% (+3.5%) *Jason Wood (Lib) 45.3% (-0.5%) Abhimanyu Kumar (ALP) 28.0% (-5.7%) Michael Schilling (Greens) 9.6% (+2.1%) Merryn Mott (UAP) 6.9% (+4.0%) Hadden Ervin (PHON) 4.8% (-0.8%) Helen Jeges (Animal Justice) 2.4% (+2.4%) Michael Abelman (Lib Dem) 2.1% (+2.1%) Rebecca Skinner (Fed) 0.9% (+0.9%) BRUCE 2PP: ALP 57.3% - Lib 42.7% (no swing) *Julian Hill (ALP) 42.3% (-5.7%) James Moody (Lib) 29.8% (-5.9%) Matthew Kirwan (Greens) 9.4% (+1.8%) Matt Babet (UAP) 8.8% (+4.7%) Christine Skrobo (Lib Dem) 5.1% (+5.1%) Hayley Deans (One Nation) 4.6% (+3.6%) HOLT 2PP: ALP 57.5% - Lib 42.5% (swing -1.2%) *Cassandra Fernando (ALP) 41.8% (-8.8%) Ranj Perera (Lib) 29.5% (-6.5%) Gerardine Hansen (UAP) 10.2% (+4.0%) Sujit Mathew (Greens) 8.0% (+0.9%) Sandy Ambard (PHON) 4.3% (+4.1%) Ravi Ragupanthy (IND) 2.9% (+2.9%) Matthew Nunez-Silva (Lib Dem) 2.6% (+2.6%) Gregory Saldanha (Fed) 0.7% (+0.8%)

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Greens candidate Matthew Kirwan hands out how-to-vote cards.

Minor parties make inroads in South East In years to come, the 2022 federal election will be remembered for the rise of smaller parties and independent candidates who overthrew the stronghold of the Liberal/National Coalition.

While the teal wave didn’t make it to Melbourne’s South East, the United Australia Party had the third-highest percentage (10) of first preference count votes in Holt, ahead of the Greens on eight per cent.

UAP, the Greens, One Nation (four per cent) and the Liberal Democrats (2.5 per cent), combined for 24.5 per cent of first preference votes, just shy of Liberal candidate Ranj Perera on 29.6 per cent.

It coincided with a swing of six per cent away from the Liberal party and nearly nine per cent against the successful candidate, Labor’s Cassandra Fernando, who won 41.7 per cent.

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centage numbers in Holt were the lowest since the start of the millennium, with Labor averaging 50.4 per cent and the Liberals 32.9 in that period.

UAP candidates Matt Babet and Merryn Mott also benefited from four per cent upswings in neighbouring seats of Bruce and La Trobe, respectively.

Labor candidates in both La Trobe and Bruce suffered a swing of -5.7 per cent, while James Moody, standing for the Liberals in Bruce, suffered a -5.9 per cent fall.

The re-elected member for La Trobe Jason Wood, however, suffered a minor swing of less than one per cent as he won 45 per cent of first preference votes.

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An amendment to revise the curtilage of the heritage site on Tuckers Road was proposed at last week’s council meeting to ensure all items of primary significance as identified in the Conservation Management Plan were protected. The outbuildings were identified in the Ray Tonkin report of 2014 as contributing to the significance of the heritage setting.

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Cranbourne charity Backpacks For Vic Kids (B4VK) held their first pop-up market at their Remount Way warehouse on Wednesday 18 May. Inclement weather forced a last minute venue change from the car park to inside the headquarters, but it did little to dampen the spirits of those in attendance.

With a deliberate focus on local businesses, among the stalls were Margie from Lynbrook’s spectacular scented candles and John’s restored clocks.

The Narre Warren Scout Group provided a much-appreciated sausage sizzle which hit the spot on a wintery night.

The biggest winner on the night was eightyear-old Elliot, who was thrilled with his purchase, Big Dog. All funds raised from the market will go towards their annual giving day total on Friday 10 June, with an overall donation goal of $75,000, enough to fund 1000 My Essentials (ME) backpacks.

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Special guest joins kids

By Marcus Uhe Students at Cranbourne South Primary School had a very important guest join them on their morning walk to school on Friday 20 May. Victoria Police Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing Glenn Weir accompanied the children and school principal Monique Corcoran as they crossed Browns Road and Pearcedale Road to mark National Walk Safely to School Day. National Walk Safely to School day came during National Road Safety Week, an annual initiative from the Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group, partnering with road safety organisations and government to highlight the impact of road trauma and ways to reduce it.

“We’ve seen an uplift in pedestrian fatalities this year and we’ve really got to make sure we look after our most vulnerable citizens, our community that walk to school,” Assistant Commissioner Weir said.

“We’re concerned this trend will continue as we head into the winter months when it gets darker earlier and visibility is reduced. That’s why we’re making pedestrian safety a focus as part of National Road Safety Week.

“Kids have had a really disrupted two years as we know through the pandemic so the

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sure we enforce.

“We want to keep people safe, our community safe on Victorian roads, from our elderly to our most junior kids. I please just ask everyone to slow down and be aware of the circumstances and parents, teach your kids good habits.”

Ms Corcoran said she was pleased to see her students take the opportunity to get some

morning exercise but urged them to be responsible while they do so.

“Here at Cranbourne South we really love (for students) to be able to come from Botanic Ridge, right through and be able to start their school day after being active in the morning,” Ms Corcoran said.

“Please be careful on the roads. We know it’s really busy, with car-parking and movement or traffic and trucks that come through, so please just be really careful.”

Statewide, 15 pedestrians have died on Victoria’s roads this year compared with six at the same time last year. More than 1200 pedestrians were injured last year alone, according to Victoria Police.

Assistant Commissioner Weir said the onus fell on everybody to be safe on the roads.

“We can’t be everywhere at all times. We need people to take responsibility for their actions, be that drivers, pedestrians or any other road user.

“The last thing we want to do is enforce all the time to make sure people do the right thing. People have got a responsibility to make sure that if you’re using the road in a car, bike, scooter or [as a] pedestrian, you’ve got to look after your own behaviour.”

Love carries Joseph and Emily through 75 years

By Marcus Uhe When an 18-year-old Joseph Atkins asked Emily Cheshire if he could walk her home from their local town hall in Atherstone, Central England one Saturday night in 1944, he was met with a firm no.

“I don’t think so, you’ve had too much to drink,” Emily told him.

Encouraged by Emily’s brother and Joseph’s work colleague in the coal mines, Syd asked a second time,and Emily accepted.

And 78 years later, at the ages of 96 and 95 respectively, in an aged care facility in Hallam, 17,000 kilometres away from Atherstone, the couple celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on Tuesday 24 May with an afternoon tea on a sunny autumn afternoon.

There was cake, music and even a little bit of dancing for the residents and their daughter Jane, who was one of the few family members able to attend amid current restrictions.

Mr Atkins first made an impression on Emily’s family when he was invited into her family home by Emily’s mother for a hearty meal of rabbit stew, a delicacy in the mid-1940s as Europe and the world at large emerged from the Second World War and many in the UK were living on rations.

After a low-key proposal – “we just talked it over I think. It’s not like I bent down and proposed” - the two married in 1947 at St Mary’s Church in Wawrickshire.

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Joseph and Emily Atkins celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on Tuesday 24 May. 281798 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Shortly after their marriage they welcomed Jane to the world in 1949, and later Geoff in 1954.

The couple reminisced on holidays to Blackpool on the East coast of England, where they were treated to performances from the cream-of-the-crop of English en-

tertainment at the time including musician, Vera Lynn and comedians, Charlie Drake and Arthur Askey.

They migrated to Australia in November 1970 after Jane made the relocation a year earlier, living in the inner South East and Bayside suburbs of Elwood, Gardenvale and

Cheltenham before calling Calvary Aged Care facility in Hallam home late in 2021, where they are now regular participants in bingo and enjoy visits to the local pub.

While still experiencing restrictions at their facility, they love being visited by their extended family, including two children, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

When quizzed on the secrets to such enduring love, Mr Atkins preached the importance of understanding.

“I think you keep forgiving each other because there are always ups and downs and you have to make it up again,” he said.

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with Cranbourne South Primary School principal Monique Corcoran

Tell us a fun fact about yourself!

I don’t eat chocolate.

What do you love about what you do?

Seeing the smiles and hearing the laughter of children.

Who is the best person you’ve worked with?

Danny Wilkins – the best teacher, gentleman and generous soul I ever worked with. I felt honoured to work beside him.

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Storm legend Cameron Smith was drafted to the Melbourne side in 2002. The star has played at hooker and goal-kicker as well as playing the most NRL games with 430. Smith has also captained the Storm, Australia and Queensland in State of Origin.

What would your last meal be?

Porridge and chai tea.

What is your most memorable moment?

Watching my best friend compete in the Kona, Hawaii Ironman 2016.

What event past or present would you like to witness?

1918 Armistice Day ticker tape parade.

Which three guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner?

Turia Pitt (inspirational woman; ultramarathon burn survivor), Gill Hicks (motivational speaker; London bombing survivor) and my late grandmother (beautiful soul and storyteller).

What are you currently listening to, watching or reading?

Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook?

I am a shocking cook so competing on MasterChef would be more like a comedy show that a cooking show.

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Anywhere that is warm where a good looking person is passing me a special beverage with an umbrella in it.

What were you like as a kid?

Mischievous. My school report card would definitely have said talkative.

What was your first job?

Working in a florist (Glen Waverley) with an incredible family named the Hazzeltones.

What are the three most used apps on my phone?

I recently upgraded from an iPhone 6 so I am a phone dinosaur.

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What’s one question that you have always wanted answered?

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Nuisances lead to closure The Joan Phillips Reserve car park, on Hallam North Road in Endeavour Hills, will be permanently closed in early June to counter anti-social and illegal behaviour at the site, the City of Casey announced on Tuesday 24 May. The car park was established by Council to provide parking for recreational and equestrian (horse float) user access to the reserve, although data shows it has rarely been used for this purpose.

With its elevated position, the site has since become an unofficial lookout spot, attracting a significant number of vehicles and visitors to the area who come to enjoy the view, but park illegally, create traffic hazards and leave rubbish behind, the council said.

City of Casey chief executive officer Glenn Patterson said Council had installed signs in the area to advise that parking on the road shoulder was not permitted, as well as No Standing signs in the car park during evening hours to curb nuisance behaviour.

“Unfortunately, the signs have had no impact on visitor behaviour in the area and following ongoing discussions with surrounding residents who have been adversely affected by anti-social behaviour and dangerous parking in the area, we have made the decision to close the carpark,” Mr Patterson said.

“We also remind people to observe the

The car park at Joan Phillips Reserve. 282742 No Standing signs along Hallam North Road – they are there for the safety of all road users and pedestrians accessing the reserve.

Council and Victoria Police will continue to monitor the area to ensure illegal parking

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Joan Phillips Reserve remains open for recreational users and there are multiple pedestrian access points to the reserve from a range of other locations.

The council is also reviewing other parking locations that abut Joan Phillips Reserve to determine whether any additional work is required to support recreational and equestrian access in those areas.

Know your crypto currency tax obligations and rules The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is urging Aussies to read up on the obligations and regulations around cryptocurrency and taxes.

The assumption that cryptocurrency gains were tax-free or were only taxable when cashed back into Australian currency was not correct, the ATO said.

“We will be explaining their tax obligations and urging them to review their previously lodged tax returns,” ATO assistant commissioner Tim Loh said.

“We are alarmed that some taxpayers think that the anonymity of cryptocurrencies provides a license to ignore their tax obligations.

“While it appears that cryptocurrency operates in an anonymous digital world, we closely track where it interacts with the real

world through data from banks, financial institutions and cryptocurrency online exchanges to follow the money back to the taxpayer,” he said.

The ATO ensures investors are paying the right amount of taxes by matching data from cryptocurrency service providers to people’s tax returns.

Goods or services paid for using cryptocurrency will result in sole traders or businesses being taxed with these transactions as income, based on the Australian currency value of the cryptocurrency.

Investors may be entitled to a discount on capital gains tax (CGT) if they hold cryptocurrency for at least 12 months, however, individual circumstances will apply.

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Call for community to support the Salvos this weekend The Salvation Army Australia is calling on the local community to get involved in this year’s Red Shield Appeal.

The Red Shield Appeal is run over the months of April, May and June each year, with the national doorknock traditionally taking place this weekend, 28 and 29 May. All funds raised locally will stay local to support services within the community.

Now in its 56th year, the Red Shield Appeal is The Salvos flagship fundraising appeal and is aiming to raise $36 million nationally.

In Victoria, the Salvos are aiming to raise $1 million in local collections to be used on the vital services in the local community.

Volunteers from the Salvation Army’s Cranbourne Corps will be rattling the collection tins at both the Casey Central and Cranbourne Park Shopping Centres, as well Bunnings Warehouse at Home. Co Cranbourne.

After a tough few years, communities are still feeling the impacts of multiple disasters and the Covid-19 pandemic.

Michael Wright, core officer at the Cranbourne Corps, said the South East was not immune to those issues.

“People are just struggling with day-to-day stuff,” he said. “Coming out of lockdowns, people are struggling to get back on their feet mentally.

“Mental health has been another issue that’s escalated over the last couple of years, along with the norms that we have in society.

People living in poverty, homelessness, those issues are still quite significant in these sorts of areas.”

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Michael Wright, Core Officer of Salvation Army Cranbourne Corps, and Volunteer Carol Cole ahead of 2022 Red Shield Appeal. 282411 Picture: MARCUS UHE as Community Information and Support Cranbourne, Mr Wright detailed how their assistance helped to address these significant issues.

“We help out, our doorway service, we help out with food in-kind, food parcels, and we have bread and vegetables available daily for people to come in and access.

“We also do a bit of advocacy and see how we can help people in other ways.

“We like to say to people, ‘this is what you can do’. We can help people to understand that there may be ways to pay their bills that they

may not know about, like they can pay in instalments, things like that.”

This year The Salvos are highlighting the shadow pandemic that’s destroying lives: family and domestic violence.

Sadly, risks of domestic violence have increased in the past 12 months due to economic insecurity.

It’s reported that one in four women in Australia will experience domestic violence in their lifetime, and it is the largest cause of women and children becoming homeless in Australia.

The Salvos need community members to volunteer or support their local Red Shield Appeal in any way they can during May. The appeal received a boost on Friday 20 May thanks to a $150,000 donation by the Victorian Government to help the Salvation Army provide accommodation, legal advice, financial relief, trauma counselling and employment support to women experiencing family violence.

“The Salvation Army makes an incredible contribution to communities right across our state and we are proud to support this year’s Red Shield Appeal,” Victorian Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Anthony Carbines said.

“We’re encouraging Victorians to dig deep because every donation to this year’s Red Shield Appeal will help to provide crucial support to some of the most vulnerable Victorians when they need it most.”

Major Warren Elliott, public relations secretary for The Salvation Army Victoria thanked the Salvos’ loyal contributors.

“We’re so grateful to local communities who

have always rallied together and supported the Red Shield Appeal year on year,” Mr Elliot said.

“This year is no different – we need the help of community members more than ever as we continue to support those who have felt the devastating impacts of the past couple years.”

Over the past 12 months, The Salvos supported around 5,800 women and children impacted by family and domestic violence nationally.

Each year, through The Salvation Army’s nationwide network of services: One person is assisted every 17 seconds.

Three people are supported every minute.

Approximately 887,500 crisis beds are provided to people experiencing homelessness – including women and children as family and domestic violence is the largest cause of women and children becoming homeless in Australia.

“We cannot do what we do without you,” Major Elliott said “If you have the means, please consider becoming a volunteer or donating to the Red Shield Appeal this year. Your generosity and support will help us to leave no one in need.”

To donate or volunteer for The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal, or if you need support from The Salvos, visit salvationarmy.org. au or call 13 SALVOS. You can also donate at any Salvos Store.

The Salvation Army has a thrift store in Cranbourne at 108 Camms Road, at Home.Co Cranbourne on the South Gippsland Highway, Hamersley Drive in Clyde North, Webb Street, Narre Warren and Hampton Park Shopping Square.

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Writer attracts audience

By Jonty Ralphsmith A Hallam-based author has had two books published with UK-based publisher, Olympia and says many more are on the way.

Gavin Catt is a sci-fi buff with a love of storytelling, harnessing his creative spark to work on a series of novels.

In January 2020, Gavin planned his year so he could dedicate lots of time to his writing The lockdowns resulted in Gavin being asked to take leave from his role as a clerical officer, giving him more time to write the book, therefore speeding up the process of publishing.

Focussing on concepts of peace, escapism and humankind, Gavin’s books log the adventures of the characters on an inter-galactic adventure, inspired by an episode of Star Trek.

The stories, which are handwritten twice before he types and submits them to sift out errors, are available on sale on Amazon and Kindle, at Walmart in USA and more.

It took until the book was sent to the sixth publisher for it to finally be accepted, but Gavin was unfazed and knows it can take up to five years before prospective readers catch wind of its availability so is remaining patient and ambitious.

Gavin, now middle-aged, enjoyed writing short stories during his youth and has spent time on community radio, piecing together essays and writing songs in the intervening years.

Through his stories, Gavin hopes to express humankind’s need to evolve.

While it is set 400 years in to the future and outside the Milky Way, he has retained references to everyday life as people in 2022 so that it remains relatable for his readers.

“I want to show that irrespective of political orientation or personal characteristics, people

Gavin Catt is a sci-fi buff. 277957 are just people, he said.

“It doesn’t matter who or what you are and, if you don’t treat other people with respect, what hope is there.

Humans’ war-like nature has helped us to evolve but we need to evolve past that and make a physical conscious effort to evolve.

The advent of the pandemic influenced

the narrative, as seeing Melbourne “look like a country town on a Sunday afternoon” helped Gavin visualise what an alternate reality in another galaxy could look like.

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No spot yet for cop shop

By Marcus Uhe Police Minster Lisa Neville has conceded that the 24-hour police station promised for Clyde North will not meet its 2022 completion date promised in the lead-up to the 2018 State Election.

Ms Neville told the Public Accounts and Estimates Committee inquiry into 2022-23 Budget Estimates on Wednesday 18 May that land had yet not been purchased for the station.

“We have now found a piece of land which we believe we will sign the contract for in June this year and that the station will be completed by about June 2025,” Ms Neville said.

“One of the issues with these growth corridors is that there is often difficulty in actually finding land that’s available.

“It’s a growth corridor and we absolutely need to have a police station out there, no question.”

When asked about the duration of the build, the Minister said it would take three years to design and construct the station.

Police Shadow Minister Brad Battin said the concession proved that Labor was more about spin than safety.

“It is appalling the Andrews Labor Government have failed our area when it comes to community safety,” Mr Battin said.

“You can’t promise the community a new 24hour police station by 2022 in a media release, and then fail to even buy the block of land.

Land has not been purchased yet for Clyde North’s promised 24-hour police station. 253041 “This is just more spin from Labor when it comes to excuses for not delivering. Thousands of houses, new businesses and even a new massive Bunnings all found land.

“If the Andrews Labor Government really wanted to deliver for Clyde North, they would have.

“The only way to see a new police station

delivered is to vote Liberal at the next state election and change the government.”

A State Government spokesperson said $34 million has been allocated for its construction.

Take the Living Lab for a trial run at Doveton Festival A Digital Equity Living Lab in Doveton is being launched to trial new digital infrastructure and community activities.

Developed in line with the City of Casey’s Digital Equity Framework, the council is launching the lab to improve digital inclusion in the area.

The Lab concept will involve deploying a range of trials with partners, in collaboration with the community, to gain feedback to inform any changes for future plans and aims to increase access, affordability, and digital ability for Doveton residents.

Doveton residents are invited to come to the Digital Doveton Festival from 11am to 2pm on Saturday 4 June at Autumn Place to learn more about the trials, while also discov-

ering how they can take advantage of some free resources and provide their feedback on future digital projects in Doveton.

Casey Cardinia Libraries and Council are hosting Doveton’s Digital Day Out, a free technology expo from 9am to 1pm on Saturday 25 June at Autumn Place Community Hub and Doveton Library. The event will showcase new technology, including virtual reality and robotics, as well as online tools from jobs to training, government assistance and more. Residents also have the chance to win one in five laptops by pre-registering for the event.

City of Casey Chair of Administrators Noelene Duff said all community members deserved fair access to digital resources

and the associated benefits, and encouraged Doveton residents to engage in the free events and activities.

“Council is committed to building digital equity in Casey through ensuring community members have access to digital tools, skills and the confidence needed for full and ongoing participation in our increasingly online society, democracy, and economy,“ Ms Duff said.

“We know that Doveton has the highest rate of digital disadvantage and exclusion in Casey, and the Digital Equity Living Lab aims to build digital equity and empowerment across the suburb through testing innovative ideas and infrastructure.”

Doveton has been selected for the pro-

gram as it has the highest rate of digital disadvantage and exclusion in Casey, with 2016 Census data identifying that 22 per cent of households do not access the internet at home. This is significantly more than the Casey average of 10 per cent and the SouthEast Melbourne and Greater Melbourne averages of 11 per cent.

Free public WiFi was installed in the outdoor public area at Autumn Place in December 2021. Since then there has been a significant uptake with 717 unique visitors since its rollout, and almost half of those users being repeat visitors.

For more information about the Digital Equity Living Lab and upcoming event visit the Digital Doveton web page.

Tooradin Primary School students share big dreams Crocodile catchers, vets, emergency service workers, astronauts, florists, ballerinas, YouTubers, palaeontologists, film producers, performers, sports stars, musicians and chief executive officer of the world...

Big things are on the horizon for the students at Tooradin Primary School who marked the start of Education Week with a parade, encouraged to dress to the theme of When I grow up I will be …., imagining an exciting future and the many possibilities that quality education opens up for them.

This year’s Education Week was made even more special by the presence of families and friends who could watch the parade after a number of years’ absence from whole school events.

The school was thrilled to invite Barry Freeman, from the Tooradin Historical Society, to share stories with students about schooling in the past and he was able to bring photos and school artefacts which gave an real insight into schooling of the past.

The students were fascinated to see the slate, ink pots, steel nib pens and antique school workbooks Barry brought along.

A school spokesperson said it was always a wonderful opportunity when they could link students’ understanding between the past and present in their local environment and connect with local community members to benefit from their unique knowledge.

The Tooradin Historical Society is open every Sunday at the Tooradin Fisherman’s Cottage where these items can be viewed.

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St Paul Apostle North Catholic Primary School captain Phoenix and Arion Sulemani from Melbourne City FC with the Paul Wade Cup. 278686

Shooting for soccer glory Young soccer players from across the South East played with gusto for the prestigious Paul Wade Cup. St John’s Regional College in Dandenong hosted teams from its feeder primary schools for the soccer gala day on 9 May. Endeavour Hills-based St Paul Apostle North School and St Kevin’s Primary School – Hampton Park capped off the day with an entertaining, joyful grand final.

Also competing were St Mary’s Primary School in Dandenong, Holy Family School in Doveton, St Francis de Sales Primary in Lynbrook, St Anthony’s Primary School in Noble Park and St Gerard’s Primary School in Dandenong North.

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To be the best golfer in your club, you need the BE-DO-HAVE model.

Football Club and Dandenong City Soccer Club also enjoyed the action.

The trophy is named after former Socceroos captain and St John’s past student Paul Wade, who played 118 games for Australia.

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Rex name shame

By Mitchell Clarke Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name.

Former Springfield Ward councillor Rex Flannery, who resigned as deputy mayor just days before the State Government sensationally sacked the entire council in February 2020, says the events of the past 12 months are still “eating” him up.

He has now officially requested that his name is removed from both a councillor honour board in the customer service centre and a wall plaque in Bunjil Place.

“I have never had any involvement into this alleged corruption scandal and therefore I do not wish to have my name associated with past or former councillors who may have brought our City of Casey into disrepute,” he told Star News.

“People look at your name and they see that you’re from Casey Council and immediately they put you in that same mould, which couldn’t be further than the truth.

“It’s just horrible to have been a councillor in that term. It gives you a sickening feeling in your gut and now I have to live with that.“ Mr Flannery argues his name should never have been placed on the plaque celebrating the $126 million Bunjil development because at the time he didn’t support the project.

“I guess I’ve eaten a little bit of humble pie with Bunjil Place. I’ve been able to see the value that place brings to the community but at the time I was against the development and I wasn’t once consulted (about having my name included),” he said.

He also claims former ex-ward partner, Sam Aziz, stated to him that he “wished he never had my name added to the plaque”.

“That was the only time I agreed with him,” Mr Flannery said.

While Mr Flannery hasn’t accused any former councillor of committing wrongdoing, he said anyone found guilty from the IBAC hearing should immediately have their honours stripped.

“They need to have their plaques removed

Rex name shame Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name.

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Rex Flannery, pictured in late 2015, wants his name stripped from council. 148005 from anywhere within the City of Casey ... whether it’s a plaque in the botanical gardens or in Bunjil Place, I want them removed so they have absolutely no recognition anymore,” he said.

“They’ve disgraced themselves and they’ve disgraced the council. They’ve taken something away from me that I totally enjoyed. I loved serving the Casey community. I just want some clarity as to what way it’s going to go.”

Since his resignation, Mr Flannery has been working in an operating theatre at a local hospital. He said he has every intention to run for council again in 2024.

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Casey’s governance manager Rhys Matulis said: “Given the IBAC investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on that matter. Council has received and will consider Mr Flannery’s request in due course.”

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“I want to get back into serving the community again. I want to run again and I want to get my name back on the honour board for the right reasons. At the moment it’s a dishonour board,” he said.

Star News understands Mr Flannery has put forward his request to be heard by the administrators at the next council meeting, slated for Tuesday 2 February.“It’s up to them now but a year later, this is still eating at me. I need closure and this is one way that I can get it,“ he said.

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Although often credited to Stephen Covey or Tony Robbins, the BE-DO-HAVE model is likely to have been around longer than that (I recall hearing about it in my mid-20s so it must be old!).

Fundamentally, it is a simple framework that provides perhaps a non-intuitive approach for success.

Let me illustrate with an example to start: Suppose you want to be the best golfer in your club.

It might be tempting to think that to be the best golfer, you need to have the best golf clubs or have the best golf instructor. Is this likely to make you the best golfer? Of course not!

Great clubs in the hands of a poor player won’t fix the issue and although instruction is likely to help, the result is very much dependent upon your ability to put the advice into practice. So best not to start with what you need to HAVE. OK, then perhaps to be the best golfer in the club, I need to do something about it.

Perhaps watch some videos or do some serious practice. But what happens if when you go to watch the video, you get a better offer to do something else (which you end up doing) or you plan to practice but it looks like it might rain, so you cancel?

No, the DOing needs to be backed up by something else.

And that is the genuine and sincere desire to BE the best golfer in your club. When you take on this mindset, it drives you to action the things you need to do and obtain the things you need to have.

It is the internal personal belief that makes these things happen, not the having or doing alone.

This principle can be applied to a person’s general approach to life and this can be illustrated through each of the following three personality types: The Victim.

The Worker.

The Winner.

Now the Victim believes that their life is governed by the sequence: HAVE-DO-BE.

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH For them their personal situation depends on external factors so you will hear them say things like: “When I HAVE enough time and money, then I’ll DO the things I’ve always wanted to and then I’ll BE happy and successful.

For them success depends upon external factors providing and if they don’t, then it is not their problem, hence they are the Victim.

For Victims, everything starts when they HAVE enough.

The Worker is driven by the sequence: DOHAVE-BE. For them, the more they DO, the more they will HAVE. The more they HAVE, the happier they will BE. However, the more they do, the more they find there is still to do and so they never actually seem to HAVE enough.

Since for the Worker, doing is the key to success, they become driven, busy and worn out.

In reality we know that happiness is not a function of what we actually have (some of the happiest people in the world own few possessions), so for the Worker happiness never arrives.

By now you will have guessed that the Winner applies the sequence: BE-DO-HAVE. As in the example above, it is understanding that it is not what you have or even what you do that counts, it is determining what you really want to BE. Clarity on this, will drive the appropriate actions and since you understand that you are responsible for what you do and that you cannot rely on external factors to achieve your desired results, you are the master of your own destiny.

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Market unites community

By Marcus Uhe The culinary talents of the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) community’s youth in the South East will be on show on Saturday 28 May at the Selandra Community Hub at the COOK4CALD Support Market.

COOK4CALD is a non-for-profit youth-run volunteer organisation made up of university students, high school graduates and more, all aged 30 or younger, that prepares and delivers culturally diverse meals for Melbourne’s South East community.

The market is looking to connect and raise awareness of the support services available to the CALD community in a comfortable, family-friendly setting. Volunteers will prepare and serve delicious butter chicken and daal meals with rice, as well as providing a halal-chicken sausage sizzle and snacks, all free of charge for those in attendance. All foods are made from scratch.Small business stalls will also be operating on the day.

For COOK4CALD president Ashvina De Zoysa, the event is many years in the making, having been the victim of multiple Covid-19 enforced cancellations over the last few years.

“I was hoping to hold it in refugee week last year, but it kept getting cancelled,“ Ms De Zoysa said.

“We want the vibe to be like a market day, like at Queen Victoria Market, with food and fun activities.

“We want it to be a safe place for people who have questions, meet people, and understand more about their community.”

COOK4CALD was born out of necessity, according to Ms De Zoysa, a former Narre Warren North resident and second generation Sri Lankan, who began evaluating what support

COOK4CALD Volunteers (L-R) Patricia, Farhiyo and Caitlin. 282768 was available for the CALD community as part of a university assignment during the pandemic.

“I was studying a degree of health sciences at Deakin. We had to choose a demographic in Melbourne and be able to demonstrate what support was there for that community and there was nothing there (for this community).

“Jobseeker and Jobkeeper payments were not going to the CALD community. International students, asylum seekers, refugees all

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lost their jobs first when Covid-19 hit.

“I felt I had an obligation to do something with knowledge and tools that I had.”

She said ensuring that people know that support is available was the first step.

“If you don’t feel safe to be able to ask for support, you’re not going to be able to get it.

The biggest barrier to accessing support is knowing that it is out there.

“COOK4CALD are there and they understand differences in culture and language.

COOK4CALD Volunteers (L-R) Alex, Mishqa, Varahi, Erin. 282768 Having it out and available is vital.

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Tuesday 31 May 7.30pm at Bunjil Place, Narre Warren.

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With the rapid growth of Cranbourne West, social isolation and disconnection is a real issue that can be experienced by many. Moving into a new area and not having friends or family close by can at times be quite lonely.

Join us at our FREE Neighbourhood Barbecue, kindly supported by the Lions Club of Cranbourne. Providing locals a casual setting in which to chat, socialise and strengthen our community!

Friday 27 May 5.30PM to 7.30PM at Cranbourne West Community Hub, 4 Flicka Boulevard, Cranbourne West.

The event is free but booking are essential.

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Make the most of your retirement! Tutors available to teach art using various mediums.

A variety of crafts including knitting, sewing, card making, and calligraphy.

Chess , line dancing and table tennis and cycling groups welcome you.

Want to learn the Ukelele, Guitar, or just singalong for fun? We can help.

We also have Italian class running.

If you would like to tutor a Bridge or Mahjong class let us know. We are in the Cranbourne Library building – Casey Radio entrance.

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Expand your social life and get active for a healthy third age. For more information visit: u3acranbourne.org.au or call Helen on 0423 623 337

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Every Saturday 10.30am to 12pm until 26 June 2022 at Selandra Family and Community Centre Registration is essential: to register contact City of Casey on 9705 5200 or email dadsmatter@casey.vic.gov.au

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Activities include: Monday & Tuesday 1-3.30pm - Carpet bowls(no experience necessary) Wednesday - 10am-12.30pm - Scrabble, cards(500), table tennis and carpet bowls.

Thursday - 7-9.30pm - New Vogue/Old Time Dancing (Tuition included) Join in group lunches and day trips held throughout the year.

Call David on 0433 566 456 for more information.

and great company at our monthly tabletop game events.

With a large on-site games library and a fun, friendly environment it’s the perfect opportunity to discover some new games or play some of your favourites with new friends.

The games days are open to all types of gamers - new people wanting to learn, experienced players wanting to play, people curious to meet new friends in a fun environment... anyone!

Saturday 4 June 4pm to 11pm at Selandra Community Hub. 7-9 Selandra Boulevard, Clyde North.

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In addition to stalls held by service providers, there will be a variety of small businesses that are run by Youth or CALD owners/creators.

The day will be filled with free food by COOK4CALD, activities, performances and plenty of fun!

Saturday 28 May 11am - 3pm at Selandra Community Hub. 7-9 Selandra Boulevard Clyde North.

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PAINTING FOR PLEASURE & SPECIAL FREE WORKSHOPS We are pleased to announce that our brilliant painting for pleasure and special free workshops are back after the problems of Covid.

On Fridays 1pm - 2pm. We have free art workshops for adults who want to start or re-start their art in oils.

The workshops are sponsored by the City Of Casey Arts Development Fund and tutored by leading award winning artist Deborah Polman On Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 10am 2pm are starting our painting for pleasure workshops for any medium aimed attacking your art to the next level to shows and sales Sundays between 10am - 2pm we are starting a specialised workshop for artists to learn how to refine their art with new techniques.

Tuesday nights 7pm - 10pm we have a special workshop suggested by the Pride Foundation to introduce and teach guys how to paint guys.

Our workshops are special and we only have five artists at a time so we can give special individual attention to artists.

The workshops are held in our new studio at 2 Merrowland Avenue Cranbourne North.

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Mary-Ann McKenzie Director, says, “In a world where we are all impacted by the effects of COVID-19 and continually experiencing periods of isolation, lockdowns and separation from our loved ones, the family unit has never been more important. When families entrust their loved ones into our care, they will feel happy knowing that we are a family business that will care for their loved one like one of our own.”

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The health benefits of dancing for seniors range from improving your physical health to creating strong social connections that increase your sense of wellbeing.

A 2018 study by the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) showed a positive relationship between dancing and the physical and emotional health of older Australians.

Participants in the study experienced improved flexibility, boosted energy levels and better posture. Further studies have found that dancing can slow or even reverse the signs of ageing in the brain.

Among these benefits, older Australians are likely to experience an improvement in balance, coordination and spatial awareness, which in turn could reduce their likelihood of falls.

Dancing also provides an increase in heart rate, encouraging the movement of oxygen throughout the body. This has shown positive effects on heart and lung condition, and has the potential to lessen the risk of conditions such as cardiovascular disease. Regular dance also assists in weight management, toning muscle, improving strength and reducing joint pain.

The benefits of dancing aren’t just physical. Regular dancing has been shown to increase the size of the hippocampus, which is the region of the brain responsible for spatial navigation and memory formation.

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Meet Gunter the gardener Gunter Wahl is an integral member of the community at Regis Dandenong North. He is 82 years old and has been a resident since December 2019. As the unofficial gardener of the Home, Gunter takes pride in ensuring all the gardens are in pristine condition and are a pleasant environment for his fellow aged care residents. Gunter enjoys the independence of working in the garden on most afternoons when the weather permits it. The resident green thumb is also a part of a gardening group at the Home and has input in what variety of plant life is present in the grounds.

Gunter waters the garden and all the plants daily to ensure they, and his beloved lemon, olive and grapefruit trees, are thriving. Gunter takes on the responsibility of planting new additions to the gardens and loves planting fresh flowers in the garden beds to beautify them and bring more colour to the Home of the wonderful residents. Gunter shared that he doesn’t have a favourite plant, however he takes great satisfaction in seeing what he’s planted grow and flourish into something beautiful. Gunter takes immense pride in his work and guarantees the residents at Regis Dandenong North have something vibrant to look at when walking through the courtyard.

Aside from gardening, Gunter relishes completing word searches, running the bingo group and thrives when playing dominoes with his friends in the Home. He expressed that he loves socialising and being involved with group activities and is always eager to volunteer a helping hand; “if everyone is happy, I am happy.” Gunter is currently in the process of planting new pansie flowers to the garden bed, and all the team and residents at Regis Dandenong North can’t wait to see what’s next.

Gunter in the process of planting new flowers in the garden bed at Regis Dandenong North.

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Future development includes up to 1,700 residential allotments, a local activity centre, a community centre, non-residential uses in a residential zone and open space networks.

Once the development plan is approved, future planning permit applications are exempt from public notice under the Casey Planning Scheme.

The application is for a permit to:

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Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority.

An objection must: • be made to the Responsible Authority in writing to, Manager Planning, P.O. Box 1000, Narre Warren 3805 or emailed to caseycc@casey.vic.gov.au • include the application number and site address • include the reasons for the objection, and • state how the objector would be affected.

For further information, to make an appointment with a Council officer or to make a written submission, please refer to: • the Casey Conversations: https://conversations.casey.vic.gov. au/collison-estate-developmentconsultation.

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The Responsible Authority must make a copy of every objection available at its office for any person to inspect during office hours free of charge until the end of the period during which an application may be made for review of a decision on the application.

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The Collison Estate Draft Development and Contributions Plans are on community consultation from Friday 29 April 2022 until midnight Thursday 23 June 2022.

For further information, please contact Sonja Van Nieuwenhoven or Selina Finne-Larsen of this office on email PlanningScheme@casey.vic.gov.au or 9705 5200.

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You may look at the application and any documents that support the application at the office of the Responsible Authority.

The draft Development Contributions Plan identifies the infrastructure costs for the Estate to develop and distributes these costs equally between the landowners in the Estate.

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Sudden axing stuns Koop

By David Nagel and Tyler Lewis Sacked Officer coach Doug Koop feels blindsided and disappointed after being dumped in extraordinary circumstances in the infancy stages of his sixth season at the club.

Koop went through his weekly routine and sent a message to his assistant coaches – including his replacements Anthony Bernardo and Troy Tharle – in preparation for training on Tuesday 7 May after a 78-point loss to Woori Yallock in round four of the Outer East Premier Division.

Koop then received a message from Officer president Nick McLennan that day, requesting a meeting prior to training.

“Nick asked me if I’d like a beer, and I said ‘No, I’ve got training to take’, and he said we need to talk about that,” Koop recalled.

“That’s when the penny dropped…prior to that I had absolutely no clue I was getting sacked.”

An unofficial review of the club had been taking place behind the scenes, by a group including former president Barry O’Loughlin and club legend Mick Moylan, who attended a committee meeting on Monday 6 May, to put forward their review’s findings.

O’Loughlin and Moylan, both currently not part of the committee, put forward a motion that Koop and his long-time ally – and reserves coach - Billy King, needed to be stood down immediately to avoid a second mass walk out of players.

Officer also had a mass walk-out prior to the commencement of the 2022 season.

The motion was then voted upon, with a non-unanimous decision by the committee seeing Koop and King given their marching orders.

Club president McLennan was not aware that the motion was being put forward prior to the committee meeting taking place.

Koop took the reins at Starling Road in 2017, leading the Kangaroos to their first finals appearance since 2004 in just his second season at the club.

He repeated the dose in 2019 before holding a 6-3 record at the conclusion of the Covid-impacted 2021 season.

He coached 61 matches for the Kangaroos recording 26 wins, one draw and 34 losses.

But his renowned football smarts were of no assistance this time around.

“There was no clue, no talk, no whisper, we’ve just been busting our gut to be as competitive as we could be with what we had, especially after the (pre-season) walkout,” Koop said.

“It was very well orchestrated, because they

In happier times. Doug Koop, centre, with the people who informed him of his sacking from Officer, Picture: SUPPLIED Sean Roach, left, and club president Nick McLennan. 282555 knew they had the numbers before they walked in and potential agitators weren’t even invited to the meeting.

“I’m dumbfounded and extremely disappointed in the whole process…it hasn’t been handled well.

“There’s been no reasons given, just that there was a motion put forward that I be removed or players were going to leave the club.

“There’s no substance to it, and why was it such a dramatic situation that it needed to happen now, I don’t understand.”

The 59-year-old Koop had struggled somewhat through Covid, while the pre-season walk-out, and opportunity missed to claim a winnable premiership in 2021, had also taken their toll.

“All those things had slowly eaten away at me and I had an agreement with Nick (McLennan) that this would be my last year,” Koop explained.

“He agreed with that, the committee agreed with that, and Nick even came to me and asked if I would help the club look for a new coach, which I agreed to do.

“Everything was going as smoothly as it could, considering all the circumstances.

“This has just come out of the woodwork, not a word from the people driving the agenda and now I’m not coaching anymore.

“The process has been performed with a general lack of respect…which I have now lost for others.

“Their intentions are good, because they’re Officer people at heart, but there was no substance as to why it had to happen, no benefit to the club and no investigation or remedial actions put in place to fix it.”

Koop said he had received messages of support from players who were shocked, and thought his sacking was not a decision made in the best interests of the club.

Koop, who has also been cast aside by Cranbourne and Dromana in previous stints at those clubs, said 2022 had provided a tough challenge after the pre-season walk-out of some highcalibre players.

But he was confident his honest and fullfronted approach to his coaching was not a part of the issue.

“I’m confident to say none of them left because of me,” he said.

“I’m brutally honest, some people like it and some people don’t, but we had a pretty good group in 2021 and we were potentially premiers last year.

“If Covid doesn’t hit and we win the flag…it’s a totally different situation.

“Now I feel like I’ve been cast aside like a dirty, smelly rag.”

The Gazette spoke to an Officer club insider, who wished to remain anonymous, but gave an opinion on what has transpired, both in the pre-season and most recently with the sacking.

“Let me put it this way, players left in the pre-season for various reasons, but there was a

common thread through many of those departures,” the source said.

“There was still a healthy respect for Doug as a person, but not so much for his coaching.

“In Doug’s defence it could have been managed better, but those involved have the best interests of the footy club at heart.

“The general feeling now is we need to move on, get a new coaching panel together and get the club up and about.

“There’s a lot of work to be done…but when things aren’t right, they need to be sorted out.

“I think the general consensus is the club is now in a better place to move forward.”

McLennan explained how the process of terminating Koop’s contract so early in the season took place.

“At our last committee meeting the committee was approached by two members of the club, who put it to the committee that if the coaches weren’t removed effective immediately, the playing group were leaving,” he said.

“And that the opinion of the players was that the coaches needed to change, and it needed to happen now, because if a change didn’t occur, the club’s doors would be shut within a few weeks.

“The vote took place, it certainly wasn’t a unanimous vote, and it appears to be a vote that has very much driven a wedge between individuals within the club and that happens with contentious decisions.

“But ultimately the majority of the committee decided it was time to move in a different coaching direction and terminate the contracts of Doug Koop and William King.”

McLennan and heart-and-soul ruckman Sean Roach were the pair left to break the news to Koop and King.

“Myself and Sean Roach met with Doug and Bill the following evening prior to training and revealed to them the decision,” he said.

“They (Doug and Bill) were as surprised with the decision, and how it had happened, as I and Sean Roach were, but that being said took the decision quite well.

“I know this is not how Doug or Bill wanted to finish at the club, and this is certainly not how I wanted to see them finish their time at the club.

“From there the playing group was advised about the decision, and that has been met with a varying degree of opinions.

“But ultimately, (and) as I have said to the playing group: ‘what has happened has happened, we can’t change what has happened, it’s now about what we do going forward’.”

Bernardo and Tharle will coach the club for the rest of the season.

Melbourne City on track for title return to Casey Fields

By Lachlan Mitchell Melbourne City has secured its third consecutive A League grand-final after a hardfought win in its semi-final encounter with Adelaide United.

Casey Fields based City went into the clash at AAMI Park against Adelaide United on Sunday locked at 0-0 after the first leg in Adelaide was a heated stale-mate.

Western United had already booked its spot in the grand-final, after over-coming a 1-0 deficit against Melbourne Victory in the first leg to triumph 4-2 on aggregate.

Adelaide and Melbourne entered the clash knowing that missed opportunities in the first leg cost both sides taking an advantage into the second-leg.

Adelaide had the first real opportunity of the game through Kusini Yengi, who fired his shot in front of goal sky-high and into the crowd in the 14th minute.

City Keeper Thomas Glover was busy early, and had to make a crucial save in the 27th minute to deny George Blackwood the opener.

City was pressed on defence but quickly found the rhythm that has seen them claim the Premier’s Plate just two weeks earlier.

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Melbourne City on the precipice of back-to-back championships. 282633 Picture: WISEMANSPORTS/TALKINGCITY dangerous position just outside the 18-yard box. Nabbout swung onto his trusted left leg only to be saved by United keeper Joe Gauci, who had a make a gallant diving save to his right.

City quickly had the Adelaide defence in trouble just before the half-time whistle. A quick-cross caught the United defence and keeper Gauci in an uncomfortable situation.

A quick clearing kick from the United defence was required to scurry the ball to safety.

At half-time it looked like both teams had found their momentum and were continuing to find their space to threat the netting.

The second-half saw Adelaide have all the momentum and break the dead-lock. A welldirected lob from Zach Clough saw the ball sail over City keeper Thomas Glover’s head

and into the back of the net.

The strike was Clough’s first goal of the season. In an attempt to get his side back into the contest, City coach Patrick Kisnorbo brought on Marco Tilio to replace French-international Florin Berenguer.

After a few runs of slow-build up and patience from the City attackers, The Casey side got themselves back on terms.

Marco TIlio found himself linking up with Andrew Nabbout at the far post to head home City’s first to even the score.

The goal was Tilio’s eight goal of the season in all-competitions.

City continued to battle and fight in regular time but couldn’t push ahead. Extra-time was required to find a winner.

Shortly after the restart Jamie Maclaren found himself on the end of loose ball that had spilled free to drill his shot in to the bottom left corner to put City ahead.

The final 20-minutes of the game saw both sides have their fair share of chances in order to break the deadlock. Thomas Glover requiring his best work to deny Adelaide the leveller. As the final whistle rung out the crowd was in euphoria as City will play Western United in an all-Melbourne final at AAMI Park on Saturday night.

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Blue day for Cavs

By Lachlan Mitchell Casey Cavaliers were away from home to play the Frankston Blues with both the men’s and women’s sides looking to rebound after a mixed weekend of results against and the Spectres and Miners last week.

The men were on court first but couldn’t get the job done against a fierce Blues outfit.

The Casey side started well and got their account opened through Jordan Bell who made his shots count from beyond the perimeter.

The Cavaliers ended the first term with a 19-22 lead and continued to threaten the net.

The second term shifted towards the Blues, who clawed their way back into the contest to put on 29-17 points to lead 48-39 at the halftime buzzer.

The men continued to fight, outscoring the Blues 21-18 in the third term, the Casey side closed the gap to six going into the final quarter.

The Cav’s continued to spark a strong comeback in the fourth quarter and put together a strong run of baskets.

William Hickey and Gerasimos McKay were the driving forces in the run.

As the game-clock ticked down it was left up to Mitchell Riggs who fired a three, to send the game into extra time at 81-a piece after regulation time.

The Cavaliers were over-run in overtime thanks to Igor Hadziomerovic who put on four points, including a three to put the result beyond doubt. The Cavs could only manage four points in overtime as the final result ended 101-85.

Jordan Bell ended with 16-points while William Hickey finished with 22-points in a stirring performance.

The women were up against it from the opening whistle with Frankston’s Tessa Lavey and Darcee Garbin being Australian representatives.

Cavaliers Louise Brown missed the game, due to Covid protocols, leaving the Cavaliers short on the defensive end.

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It was a tough day for both the men and women Cavs against the Blues. 282732 Picture: IN2ACTION PHOTOGRAPHY The Cavaliers took the fight up to the Blues but fell five points short in the 86-81 final score line.

Frankston’s Darcee Garbin put on 29-points in the win, while Cavaliers Taylah Gilliam and Monique Conti put on 21 and 18 points respectively.

Cavaliers coach Alex Palazzolo was pleased with his side’s youth, who stepped up.

“It was tough and they are a really good team, with two Opals in Garbin and Lavey, and those two proved to be the difference on the defensive

end, but we had our opportunities,” he said.

“We shot at 49 per cent. The big downfall for us was our rebounding and that’s where the game was lost, we gave them 28 offensive rebounds which is just unacceptable.

“We missed Louise Brown and she would have matched up well on Garvin, but we let her (Garvin) get away. We had to try some kids on Garvin who will benefit from the experience.

Brown will be back this week when the Cav’s return to Casey Stadium against the Knox Raiders on Saturday .

Impressive Eagles sink the Bloodhounds

By Lachlan Mitchell Cranbourne was back in action in Southern Division One after a perfectly-timed break which saw the injury-depleted Eagles in recovery mode.

The Eagles welcomed back Mitchell White from Casey duties to take on Mordialloc at Livingston Reserve.

Steve O’Brien’s men were looking to bounce out of the blocks and did just that against the Bloodhounds.

A five goal opening term set the pulses racing for Eagles fans, as they swopped out to a 30-point quarter-time advantage.

The Eagles continued their dominance in the second term thanks to White and Tyson Barry. Cranbourne continued its dominance with a 43-point half time lead.

The Bloodhounds couldn’t follow the trail of the Eagles as they continued to stretch the margin out.

Mordialloc could only manage one goal in the third term through Ryan Santon.

A three-goal final term by the Eagles saw the margin finish at 88-points.

White made his short stay at the nest worthwhile with six goals of his own in the win.

Marc Holt kicked two goals in the victory which sees Cranbourne one game clear at the top of the ladder.

“It was a pleasing result; we had a few players comeback into the side which is always nice,” said Cranbourne coach O’Brien.

“We wanted to get a good-start and we did just that, and we were able to maintain the pressure all day.

“We won’t be seeing a lot of Mitch (White) this season as he is the captain of Casey.

“But just to have him back to train and play with us was exciting.

“Seeing him educate and helping the younger guys is great to see.

“He’s a quality player and he showed that on Saturday.

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Eagles outclass the Bloodhounds. 282026 “Mitch has played AFL as well and it’s just the little things he can do mid-game...they can see what he does.“ O’Brien and his team are consistently looking to insure his team is ready and raring for the next week.

“There a few things we can work on and there are a number of things we have identified and can work on,” he said.

“Hopefully we can continue to play really strong footy.”

Springvale Districts had a strong win over East Malvern at home.

Ex-Richmond and Hawthorn forward Tyrone Vickery kicked six goals in his side’s 35-point win.

Cheltenham had a close encounter of the Colts kind, prevailing by 10-points.

Luke Garnaut kicked four goals for the Rosellas to secure the victory.

St. Paul’s showed its grit and determination in a 38-point win over St Kilda City.

Not even a five-goal haul from ex-Roo Aaron Edwards could help St Kilda City over the line.

Devon Meadows has sent a statement in the Mornington Peninsula Nepean Football League (MPNFL) with a comprehensive win over Somerville.

Coming in, the Panthers had just suffered defeat at the hands of Langwarrin and faced another litmus test in the Eagles.

In an arm-wrestle that saw less than a kick separating the two sides at the first and main breaks, the Panthers overran the Eagles on enemy soil.

Devon Meadows booted seven goals to four in the second half to scoot away 15.11 (101) to 11.11 (77) victors.

Brodie McConnell fired off four goals, while Nick Battle slotted three.

For Somerville, Ryan Gillis shifted his season tally to 24, with a brace of goals.

Pearcedale, meanwhile, recorded a percentage boosting victory over Hastings.

Cruiz West kicked truly on eight occasions for the Dales in the 19.19 (133) to 5.4 (34) thrashing.

In other matches across Division 2, Tyabb secured its first win of the season over Crib Point, 12.15 (87) to 10.3 (63).

Tom Panich kicked five in a losing cause for the Maggies.

Mornington got back onto the winners list with a solid performance against Chelsea, 15.14 (104) to 12.6 (78).

Langwarrin thumped Rye 20.11 (131) to 12.3 (75) and Seaford defeated Karingal 17.12 (114) to 10.16 (76).

In Division 1, Casey Demon Roan Steele added exceptional flare to Frankston YCW’s forward-line, adding six majors.

The crafty forward was instrumental in the Stonecats securing the Toe Punt Cup over Sorrento, 18.17 (125) to 10.12 (72).

Frankston Bombers notched a scintillating 15.12 (102) to 9.9 (63) win over the unpredictable Bonbeach, and Red Hill overcame Pines 11.7 (73) to 8.9 (57).

Dromana suffered its second-successive defeat, this week at the hands of Mt Eliza 9.14 (68) to 7.10 (52) and EdithvaleAspendale sent Rosebud further into relegation calculation with a 11.17 (83) to 6.8 (44) victory.

Pictures: ROB CAREW St Paul’s Stephen Muller did his best work in front of goal with seven of the best.

Dingley took soul out of the Demons with an 85-point win.

Daniel Farmer finished with seven goals in his side’s fourth win of the year.

RESULTS - ROUND 7 Port Melbourne Colts 12.9 81 v Cheltenham 13.13 91, Cranbourne Eagles 19.10 124 v Mordialloc 5.6 36, St Kilda City 9.5 59 v St Paul’s McKinnon 14.13 97, Dingley 20.10 130 v Bentleigh 6.9 45, Springvale Districts 10.15 v East Malvern 6.4 40.

LADDER Cranbourne Eagles 24, St Paul McKinnon 20, Cheltenham 20, St Kilda City 20, Dingley 16, Port Melbourne Colts 12, Springvale Districts 12, Mordialloc 12, Bentleigh 4, East Malvern 0.

FIXTURE - ROUND 8 St Paul’s McKinnon v Dingley, East Malvern v St Kilda City, Port Melbourne Colts v Cranbourne Eagles, Cheltenham v Springvale Districts, Bentleigh v Mordialloc.

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Showtime Seagulls

By David Nagel Tooradin-Dalmore has claimed its first significant scalp of the season with the Seagulls overcoming a brave challenge from InverlochKongwak at Tooradin on Saturday.

The Seagulls broke open a tight game of football towards the end of the third quarter, beginning a run that would conjure up the last eight goals of the contest.

The Seagulls trailed by eight points, at the 20-minute mark of the third quarter, before ramping up the ratchet on their way to a 13.11.89 to 7.10.52 victory.

Neither team gave an inch in the first half, with both teams requiring a safe-crackers licence to find their way through some well organised and well-oiled defence.

Both teams applied immense pressure, with very few chances being provided to get the ball on the outside and run.

Inverloch looked to have the upper hand when Will Turner and Ethan Park kicked goals early in the third, before former Collingwood star Brent Macaffer lifted his rating through the midfield.

Macaffer’s influence was crucial, and when Jimmy Trezise cut the margin back to two points at the 21-minute mark the Seagulls lifted all over the ground.

Brad Butler put the Seagulls in front just four minutes later before Adam Oxley struck a beautiful drop punt from very close to the arc to put the home side ahead by 12 points.

Every player on the ground ran to Oxley… the Seagulls were up and about and genuinely excited for the first time in the contest.

“We’re in a classic, your character is about to be revealed,” Inverloch coach Ben Soumilas calmly told his charges at three-quarter time.

“Whoever works the hardest will probably win the game; let’s see what you’re made of.”

Blake Grewar extended Tooradin’s lead with a great one-on-one victory in the first minute of play before Inverloch squandered its chance of getting back into the game.

The Sea Eagles kicked four consecutive points, all gettable, before the inevitable happened and the Seagulls drove home their advantage. Goals to Liam Adams, Stewie Scanlon and Trezise put the issue beyond doubt before

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Livewire forward Jimmy Trezise produced a big-game performance against the Sea Eagles. 282025 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Trent Adams put the icing on the cake on the final siren.

Both teams were impressive.

The Seagulls showed great signs by lifting when the game was on the line, with big names like Macaffer and Oxley stepping up to the plate when needed.

But lesser lights like Lewis Hill, Dylan Paarlberg and Brady Egan were also impressive performers on the day.

Grewar and Scanlon kicked three each for the winners while Trezise finished with two.

Inverloch was outgunned in the last 40 minutes of the match but did put up a brave

performance. Walk-up starts such as Clinton McCaughan, Toby Mahoney, Tom Hams, Gareth Park and Adam Cross were all missing from their line-up, with several youngsters filling the breach in style.

The Sea Eagles were well-served by Corey Casey and Lachie Scott through the midfield, while Marcus Toussaint had a great battle with Piva Wright in the ruck.

This was a great game of footy, played on a beautiful sunny day…and it had a bit of everything.

They play again in round 14, and then likely again in one of the last two weeks of the season!

Paris calling for hometown hero Howell

By Tyler Lewis Jack Howell is used to taking on big opponents in big races. But the Berwick athlete is now taking on a new opponent… time.

While he continues to chalk up gold medals, Howell needs more international placings to improve his all-important world ranking.

Howell recently collected gold at the National Paratriathlon Championships in Runaway Bay, proving he truly has what it takes to compete with the best of the best on an international stage.

“My recent win at the National Paratriathlon Championships – at Runaway Bay – gave me a chance to show my potential, I felt great and it translated to some good racing times,” Howell said.

“It’s a great honour to be National Paratriathlon Champion in my category, it makes me want to strive for more and get out there on the world stage.

“It really helps me to be confident in my ability to progress to the next level and to keep improving in triathlon.

“I was really happy with my running times in the race; I did well to only be a few seconds short from Paralympian Sam Harding.

“I would really like to improve my cycling times though, and I am keen to get on a Time Trial bike, which is faster and essential for international competition.”

With a shorter gap between Tokyo and Paris, Howell is now racing the clock to improve his world ranking. The 18-year-old out of Kambrya College is currently ranked 31st in the world, but requires a ranking 10th or higher to book himself a ticket to the Paris Paralympics.

As a result, Howell will need to compete in international races to improve his ranking ahead of 2024.

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Tooradin in top form

Jack Howell has been leaving all competitors in his wake... 282329 time, when Howell travels to France to compete in Besancon, then on to Spain to compete in A Coruna. Howell will be racing against athletes ranked in the top-10 in the world, with some athletes more than twice his age.

“The lead up to the 2024 Paris Paralympics is a lot shorter due to Covid restricted travel and the delayed Tokyo Paralympics,” Howell said.

“I need to get higher in the world rankings this year so that I can compete in Paralympic qualifying races next year.

“That means lots of international racing this year and hopefully some good results.”

As well as racing against fellow gifted athletes, and his own race against time, Howell is also facing the challenge of funding given to the nation’s best para athletes. To get to Paris, Howell needs a specific Time Trial bike that is critical in him performing for his country.

The bike and international travel is costly to

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say the least and as a result the Howell family have created a fundraising website in which the local community can support a star on the rise.

“Being a para athlete comes with many different challenges, and one of them is the lack of funding to progress in my sport to international level,” Howell said.

“It would mean the world to me if my local community could believe in me and help with some financial support to get me started in international racing.

“I live and train in the Casey/Cardinia area, you’ll often see me swimming at Cardinia LIFE and the ARC, riding in Upper Beaconsfield and Pakenham, and running the streets of Berwick.”

To support Howell on his journey to Paris 2024, follow Jack on social media and donate at the link: https://asf.org.au/projects/jackto-go-world-cup-racing

The destination of this year’s A Grade netball premiership is still very much unknown after a classic contest between Tooradin-Dalmore and Inverloch-Kongwak at Tooradin on Saturday.

The Seagulls prevailed 47-43 in a high-quality match between the two best performed teams of 2022 – where scores were locked as late as mid-way through the third quarter.

But Tooradin’s fast start, and ability to surge late after a spirited Inverloch revival, saw the home side end the day as the only undefeated team in the competition.

Tooradin led 14-10 at quarter time, with Alex Maher (GS) having the hothand in goals scoring 12 of her team’s score.

Kayla Bratic (GA) set Maher up with some sharp passing in the circle, while Chloe Crouch (C), Alex Duff (WA) and Stacey Sawyer (WD) had plenty of ball through the midcourt.

Jess Maher (GK) and Ebony Dolan (GD) were giving the Inverloch goalers very little room to breath in an impressive start from the benchmark team of the last few years.

But Inverloch sits near the top of the table for a reason, with coach Jarrad Walker making some slight tweaks to his line up for the second term…and his team responded in style.

Kelly Boyd (GS) took over the main goal-scoring duties from Ella Sadler, who moved to goal attack, with Tayla Robb taking a seat on the sidelines.

The moves paid off handsomely for the Sea Eagles, who won the quarter 14-11 to narrow the margin to a 24-25 deficit at half time. The third quarter was an absolute cracker, with Tooradin extending its lead early, before Inverloch squared the scores…before the Seagulls finally took the initiative with a brilliant finish to the third term. Boyd and Dolan were having a great battle at Inverloch’s end of the court, while the skill and composure of Alex Maher (GS) and Duff (GA) – who was moved back to her familiar role in goals – played a critical part in the Seagulls’ match-winning surge.

The Seagulls maintained their margin throughout the last quarter to claim their biggest win for the season.

Dolan, Jess Maher and Sara Howie were terrific in defence for the Seagulls, while the visiting Sea Eagles will learn a lot from this week’s result. They matched-motors with the home side for the majority of the match, with one or two concentration lapses proving costly. But players like Renee Pilkington (C), Lanni Pryor (WA) and Rahni Mann (WD) will walk away from their midcourt battle knowing the task is very achievable, while the efforts of Tayla Smith (GK), Millie Sadler (GD) and Boyd will hold the Sea Eagles in good stead moving forward. One thing is for certain…that these two will be around come the very pointy end of the season.

Tooradin-Dalmore defender Ebony Dolan puts extreme pressure on InverlochKongwak goaler Kelly Boyd. 282025 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Thursday, 26 May, 2022

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