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All hands on deck

By Dongyun Kwon

A two storey timber house in Healesville burst into flames on Tuesday 10 October.

Pictures: SUPPLIED Their two dogs, Gus and Poppy, were also unaccounted for and were later identified as deceased.

In the immediate aftermath of the fire, the community rallied behind the family with the establishment of a GoFundMe page in honour of their beloved dogs.

“There are truly no words to describe what our family is going through. We are incredibly

grateful that we have each other no one was hurt,“ the GoFundMe page reads.

“We are devastatingly heartbroken to have lost two incredibly special pillars of our family in Gus and Poppy. Our beautiful fur babies didn’t deserve this.

“We are incredibly thankful to Healesville, Lilydale and Badger Creek CFA, and family, friends and neighbours that were present on

the day and the ongoing messages of support.“

By Friday 13 October the fundraiser had surpassed its $5000 target, reaching over $14,000 from 150 donors.

The family has since safely moved to their temporary accommodation.

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Six different CFA brigades came to the site to put the fire out.

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A number of CFA brigades worked together in an attempt to save a burning house in Healesville last week.

“It was a good job for everyone that attended, crews from multiple brigades worked really well together, it was a big setup and big backup,” Healesville CFA Captain Brian Earl said.

Six CFA brigades from Healesville, Badger Creek, Coldstream, Yarra Glen, Dixon’s Creek and Lilydale came straight to the Cornelius Crescent address after getting called out at 3pm on Tuesday 10 October.

“They are all volunteers, they leave their jobs and come straight to the call and do their best effort,” CFA District 13 Commander Andrew Booth said.

The fire was brought under control around 4.30pm but the CFA crews were on site until 8.30pm monitoring the smouldering rubble.

“We would have been there about five past three after we got a call out around three o’clock and took about an hour and a half to contain the fire then continued putting out hotspots and monitoring it until 8.30 then we cleaned up all the hoses and packed up,” Mr Earl said.

Firefighters pumped up the water far from the property and linked the white hoses through the fire trucks to contain the fire.

“We place a truck roughly every four or five lengths of hose to boost the water that goes through this truck to the next truck to the next truck,” Mr Booth explained.

The family weren’t home at the time but had to witness some of the fire from the street as the heat of the blaze destroyed their home.

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IN BRIEF

Tree protection win

By Callum Ludwig The Warburton Environment (WE) group’s successful protection of the endangered species, the Tree Geebung, in a Supreme Court case against State Government logging agency VicForests has reached its final conclusion.

Proceedings in the Supreme Court of Victoria’s Court of Appeal were both struck out on 10 October 2023, meaning the 25 October 2022 judgement of Justice Gregory Garde stands.

The judgment has ruled that VicForests must perform 30 metre transects to detect potential Tree Geebung in coupes, and surveys must be conducted in any Wet Forest coupe within 5km of a Tree Geebung sighting.

Justice Gregory Garde presided over the original case and said in the judgement that the evidence is compelling and uncontested that the past practices of VicForests and its contractors have led to the loss of many Tree Geebungs in the harvestable areas of coupes.

“I accept Warburton’s submission that the provisions of the Special Management Plan (SMP) dealing with survey are inadequate and will not locate or identify many mature Tree Geebungs located within harvesting areas,”

Australians have rejected a proposal to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament in the constitution.

A progressive vote count on Saturday showed the ‘no’ vote in the referendum was ahead 56 per cent to 44 per cent, with more than two million votes tallied.

A majority ‘no’ vote in NSW, Tasmania and South Australia - forecast by ABC election analyst Antony Green - was enough to kill off the government’s proposed constitutional change.

Some voters in Western Australia, which is three hours behind eastern states, were still to cast a vote when the outcome was first speculated.

A referendum requires a majority of votes in a majority of states to succeed.

The ACT was the only jurisdiction to support the reform, but its tally only goes towards the national vote and not the stateby-state total.

‘Yes’ campaigner Thomas Mayo said he was devastated by the results, which had signalled a “sorry day”.

Mr Mayo said he did not blame the Australian public for the referendum outcome.

“It’s not (Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s) fault, it’s not the Australian people’s fault, it’s the people that have lied to us ... they are the ones that should be blaming,” he said.

“We have seen a disgusting campaign from the ‘no’ people.”

A mountain biker was airlifted to hospital after crashing into a tree while riding the popular Hey Hey My My tracks in Wesburn.

Upper Yarra SES Unit assisted Ambulance Victoria in getting the patient to the Wesburn Oval for the HEMS helicopter to take him away.

An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said paramedics were called to an incident in Wesburn at about 10.40am yesterday.

“A man aged in his 40s with upper body injuries was airlifted to Royal Melbourne Hospital in a stable condition,” they said.

Multi-week roadworks on Shevlins Lane, Woori Yallock

The future of the Tree Geebung is looking brighter following the Supreme Court judgement.

Picture: SUPPLIED the judgement reads.

“They are likely to permit continuing environmental degradation of the Tree Geebung species when mature Tree Geebungs are not identified and located by survey.”

When Tree Geebungs are found, a 50 metre buffer must be established and the buffers

must also be protected by a 10 metre firebreak before burns.

Logging of all native forest is set to cease from 1 January 2024, announced in this year’s Victorian Budget, while VicForests ceased operations following the original decision in November last year.

Australia ultimately votes ‘no’ on voice

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Mountain biker airlifted

‘No’ campaigner Warren Mundine said advocates against the proposal had engaged with the community.

“I knew that we could win every state, and that we could have a chance to get the majority vote,” he told ABC. “The reality is that we went and spoke to the people out there.”

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who pledged the constitutional change in his 2022 post-election speech, said earlier in the day he had done everything possible to ensure a successful referendum.

He said the ‘no’ campaign had “spoken about division while stoking it”.

Mr Albanese said the road to reconciliation with Indigenous Australians had not ended despite the referendum outcome, and that a new way forward was needed with the same level of optimism.

“Just as the Uluru Statement from the Heart was an invitation extended with humility, grace and optimism for the future, tonight we must meet this result with the same grace and humility, and tomorrow we must seek a new way forward with the same optimism,” he said.

“This moment of disagreement does not define us, and it will not divide us. We are not ‘yes’ voters or ‘no’ voters. We are all Australians.”

Assistant Indigenous Australians Minister Malarndirri McCarthy said the vote was “so important” to Indigenous Australians.

“This was always going to be about three per cent of the population, who are asking

for an advisory body,” she said.

“Referendums are tough to win. We have seen that with the statistics in terms of eight out of 44 (referendums succeeding).”

Coalition senator Kerrynne Liddle denied the result had shown Australians were against Indigenous people.

“They didn’t say ‘no’ to reconciliation.

They did not say ‘no’ to improving the lives of Indigenous Australians,” she said.

Liberal MP Julian Leeser, who had spearheaded a Liberals for Yes campaign, said he was disappointed by the result.

“Though the ‘yes’ case is lost tonight, I know that the cause of reconciliation will ultimately succeed,” he said.

“To every Indigenous Australian I say, this was a vote about the constitution, it was not a vote about you. It is an undeniable fact that you are our land’s first peoples and I honour you this night.”

Independent senator and ‘no’ campaigner Lidia Thorpe said she was not surprised by the referendum outcome.

“I’m not surprised that we’ve got ‘no’ votes coming out strongly, because people either don’t know what it is about or, that in terms of the black sovereign movement, we don’t want to go into the constitution,” she said.

About 6.1 million Australians voted early and 2.1 million eligible voters applied for a postal ballot, with some 9.2 million Australians casting their vote on Saturday.

It was the first referendum held in Australia for 24 years.

Construction works which commenced at Shevlins Lane, Woori Yallock on Monday 9 October may be delayed by adverse weather at the end of last week.

The works should take approximately 6-8 weeks to complete subject to favourable conditions. The Yarra Ranges Council contractor will be starting their site set out works, and given the weather forecast over Thursday 12 and Friday 13 October, it is likely to have their machinery and equipment in this week.

Important information: Works occur between Monday – Friday, 7.30am to 4.30pm (can vary) Traffic may be halted for up to 15 minutes Emergency access and services will remain for residents Weekly waste collection services will be earlier (around 6am) Do not leave vehicles parked on roadside when property unattended Keep your speed under 40km/h Be prepared to stop as you approach the works Follow directions given by works personnel and/or traffic controllers.

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Animal cruelty in Coldstream A Coldstream woman has been charged with 14 animal cruelty offences after she was allegedly caught keeping several varieties of native reptiles in poor conditions in July 2020.

The 24-year-old is accused of various animal cruelty offences relating to six lizards, one turtle, and one snake by not feeding, housing, or caring for them sufficiently.

Conservation Regulator Authorised Officers attended the property following a report about wildlife welfare and licensing concerns and upon inspection found several types of reptiles in small, dirty enclosures and some with no access to food.

Officers seized a total of 19 animals, many of which were in poor condition, emaciated or with missing limbs and digits, and took them to be assessed by qualified veterinarians. Two of the animals were subsequently euthanised due to their ill health.

Failure to provide adequate veterinary treatment, and sufficient food, drink or shelter are serious offences under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986.

In Victoria, pet owners face penalties up to $48,077 and/or 12 months in jail for animal cruelty and up to $96,155 and/or two years in jail for aggravated animal cruelty for each charge.

The woman will appear before Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 12 October 2023.

Anyone with information about wildlife crime is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000. Callers can remain anonymous.

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Permits scrapped

By Callum Ludwig As part of last month’s Victorian Housing Statement, the Victorian Government has scrapped the requirement for planning permits to build small second homes, be they small second dwellings, tiny homes or dependent person’s units (DPU).

The rollout of the change is unclear as of yet, with uncertainty on how this will be implemented. Yarra Ranges Council released a statement on 25 September welcoming any more information.

‘Council is still reviewing the changes made by the State Government last week in relation to the Victorian Housing Statement,’ it reads.

‘Until the changes to the planning controls come through from the State, the current planning controls apply, particularly for Dependent Persons Units.’

On properties larger than 300 square metres with an existing dwelling, self-contained small second homes up to 60 square metres in size will now require a building permit instead of a planning permit.

A Department of Transport and Planning (DOTP) spokesperson said small second homes on the same property have become increasingly popular and provide a diverse housing option.

“They can give families the space to grow together, provide additional rental choice, or give people somewhere to stay when they visit for the weekend,” they said.

“The bold reforms recently announced in the Housing Statement will clear the backlog of approvals and make it easier and faster to build the 800,000 new homes this state needs over the next decade.”

A planning permit may still be required if there are applicable planning controls that affect it, such as the existence of an overlay and, particularly in the Yarra Ranges, residing with-

Billowing smoke could be seen heading in the direction of Yarra Glen as Eastern Golf Course burned.

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Club ablaze

By Callum Ludwig

Tiny homes and other small second homes will be easier to build through the Victorian Housing Statement, but further detail is awaited to implement the change.

Picture: ON FILE in green wedge land.

Also, the use of the term DPU for land use is being removed from the Victorian Planning Provisions and will fall under all small second homes going forward. All existing DPUs will remain lawful.

“Initially, through our reforms, small second homes that meet conditions such as being 60 square metres or less will not require a planning permit, making it easier to build a second home on your property,” the DOTP spokesperson said.

“Further details on changes will be released in later 2023.“ Implementing the reforms is set to result in legislative changes to the Victorian Planning Provisions and Building Regulations 2018,

which are expected to be completed by the end of 2023.

Once the reforms are implemented, the DOTP will publish comprehensive guidance for councils, builders and residents.

The Victorian Housing Statement is also set to provide more permit exemptions for single dwellings such as for extensions to sheds and carports, introduce new ‘Deemed to Comply’ residential standards to focus councils on aspects of permits that aren’t up to standard and speed up the process for single dwellings to get planning permits, Single dwellings on properties larger than 300 metres and not covered by an overlay won’t require a planning permit and those on lots smaller than 300 square metres with no overlays will be ticked off within 10 days.

The Eastern Golf Club in Yering erupted into flames and billowing smoke on Monday 16 October.

At about 1.45pm, CFA crews were alerted to a fire at the course, which has both a golf club and cottages for accommodation.

There were 22 vehicles responding and a strong wind was carrying the smoke in the direction of Yarra Glen.

At 3.15pm, the fire was still noted as not yet under control and an advice warning had been issued for nearby residents who may see or smell smoke.

Everyone at the course, including staff and golfers, were evacuated safely.

Those in need of medical advice for exposure to smoke should seek advice from a medical practitioner or call Nurse on Call on 1300 606 024.

Anyone experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing should call Triple Zero (000).

Updates can be found by visiting emergency.vic.gov.au

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$500k community boost

By Callum Ludwig Yarra Ranges councillors have unanimously agreed with the recommendations for the 2024 Grants for Community program at the Tuesday 10 October Council meeting. $500,000 is set to be distributed between local community groups for arts and heritage projects, community development and festivals and events.

Walling Ward Councillor Len Cox OAM spoke to the motion and said he thinks it’s one of the better things the Council does every year.

“We’ve put aside half a million dollars to give to various groups and individuals to do something in and for the community that Council may not do it all otherwise, and if they did, may not do it as well,” he said.

“It has been one of the great success stories, each year there’s more and more hardworking groups and individuals putting in for a grant, many of them receiving it and they covers every field of activity in our community.”

17 Arts and Heritage projects will be funded to a total value of $160,133, 35 Community development projects to a total value of $241,920 and 14 Festivals and Events to a total value of $97,805.

Ryrie Ward Councillor Fiona McAllister said in the build-up to next year’s budget, she will be pushing for Council to increase their spend on the program.

“We get a huge return on investment and even if we can only increase it by another $50,000, it does see another five or six incredible groups bring something amazing to life,” she said.

“It is a lovely patchwork of diversity of community occurrences and groups; street fairs, film festivals, history capture projects, installations and to groups as varied as primary schools, tennis clubs, skateboard associations,

The Warburton Tennis Club’s 120 year celebration in 2024 has been boosted by funding from Grants for Community. 318882 art entities and service clubs.”

21 projects have been funded in the Hills, 13 in the Upper Yarra, 11 in the Valley, 14 in the Urban areas and 10 are seen to have benefits for the whole region.

Lyster Ward Councillor Johanna Skelton said as a community, you don’t necessarily think about what enables community events to happen.

“You just see wonderful groups doing wonderful things and lots going on, and you see a vibrant community or you go along to a festi-

val and have a wonderful day,” she said.

“Obviously the Council funding might be part of what enables that work to happen, but it’s largely a lot of volunteer hours or it might also be fundraising on top of that.”

Streeton Ward Councillor Andrew Fullagar removed himself from the chamber prior to the discussion of the item due to a conflict of interest.

Ms Skelton said a lot goes into making all of these things happen, but the Council is often the lynchpin or the seed that allows the other

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possibilities to take place.

“Half of me says ‘What can Council do to really amplify the good work we do and the warm fuzzy feeling, but part of it is just how awesome that group after group able to do these wonderful things, and that’s enough,” she said.

“No reservations at all obviously about this one before us tonight, and as always, I cannot wait to see all the events and the programs and things happen.”

The motion was carried unanimously.

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Health focus ‘on track’

By Tanya Steele

“The water playspace (in Seville) has been a huge success. The community are really proud of it” a quote from the recent engagement survey.

Picture: SUPPLIED silience,” he said.

“In summary, this report could be described as a comma and a question mark – a pause and a reflection on the original plan, I am confident it’s on track.”

Ryrie Ward Cr Fiona McAllister also spoke to the motion and said she would also like to thank the disability advisory committee, who

along with the positive aging reference group (PARG), Yarra Ranges Council’s youth ambassadors and skate clinic participants from across the Yarra Ranges were engaged for contributions to the plan.

“Some of the many valuable things we do are around do around connection, resilience and health and well being and to pause and

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Health and wellbeing are on the Yarra Ranges council agenda with progress and updates emerging as mostly positive.

Councillors unanimously endorsed its Active Recreation plan for the Yarra Ranges at their recent meeting on 10 October.

The plan will guide the council’s decisions and planning to encourage people to be healthy and active in the community – with the aim to increase physical activity by 15 per cent over the next 10 years.

Deputy Mayor and Melba Ward Cr Sophie Todorov said at the meeting that overall the endorsed plan sees better collaboration, partnerships with other stakeholders and capacity building and leadership to actually improve the health and wellbeing outcomes for all of the community.

“I just find it really pleasing to be able to have a health and well being plan update and particularly two years into this current plan it’s an opportunity to update the public and not only ourselves on the mid-term progress of the plan, what we’ve achieved in the last two years … and what focus council will actually take over the next two years as well,” she said.

The councillor has been part of a refresh on the health and wellbeing advisory committee which developed the plan – Cr Todorov said the committee now sees a diverse group of 12 from the community who provided wonderful insight, feedback, passion, and suggestions which would feed into council plans and policies.

Streeton Ward Cr Andrew Fullagar added a cautionary note and said that while the health and well being plan is hugely far reaching and foundational, it was vital appropriate resources were allocated to it.

“I note that there has been some limited progress in some areas – in particular drug and alcohol, gambling, healthy eating and food re-

celebrate a few...gives me gratitude and joy.

Cr Todorov said the plan underpins much of the council’s other work and the motion was carried unanimously.

“It’s really encouraging to see us consulting with this really valuable group of people seeking their input as well – I fully support the progress updates,” she said.

Engagement for the plan ran earlier this year from 10 July to 31 August and asked members of the public to weigh in on ways to get people more active for their health.

The engagement found that 89 percent of residents said they would be more active if there were something interesting, appealing, accessible and convenient for them available.

Mayor and O’Shannassy Ward Cr Jim Child said community feedback was positive, identifying opportunities for new facilities, safety and access improvements and event programming.

“I’m thankful to the many community members who took time to take part in our online engagement or have a chat at community pop-ups,” he said.

Key themes which emerged were requests for the opportunity for diverse, convenient, safe, accessible and social activities that also allowed for time spent in the outdoor and natural environment.

The plan will be implemented as the budget is allocated and funding becomes available in late 2023.

“Through our engagement, we’ve identified road crossings, lighting, shared use paths and trail links in need of improvements and interest in more events to give opportunities for parents, families, and older adults to get active,” Cr Child said.

The Active Recreation Plan has been partially funded through a grant from Sport and Recreation Victoria and is now available to view in full on the Yarra Ranges website.

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Healesville Bowling Club upgraded their club house with new the green and the Beryl Ayres Pavilion thanks to the grant from Yarra Ranges Council.

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Yarra Glen Cricket Club was hit by heavy rain a few weeks ago.

Grants flow for local clubs

By Dongyun Kwon A round of Capital Development Grants has been approved by the Yarra Ranges Council unanimously during the council meeting on 10 October.

The grants will help local communities to carry out projects that will improve and benefit not only sport and recreation clubs in the Yarra Ranges but also the wider community through improvements to buildings, outdoor spaces and outdoor facilities as long as the area is owned or maintained by the council.

Cr Tim Heenan pointed out the missed opportunities for local sports clubs during the pandemic.

“During the pandemic, lots of our community clubs, in particular sporting clubs, absolutely ended up with zero opportunity to raise any sponsorship,” he said.

“The pandemic hit every single club in

Yarra Ranges really badly and It’s taken them a couple of years to come out of it and the game back on their field now.”

Cr Fiona McAllister added the grant would be helpful to the local communities to recover the damage affected by natural disasters.

“I just want to point out Yarra Glen Cricket Club who are at the top of the risk, unfortunately painted by flooding again on the weekend,” Cr McAllister said.

“They are now more than ever to be much appreciated by the council’s support.”

The grant is helpful and essential for the local communities, especially for the clubs that are self-managed and self-funded.

“The grant from the council is marvelous, we are run by volunteers, so we accept any aid from the council or anyone with open arms,” Healesville Bowling Club Treasurer Leonie Fitzpatrick said.

The club received the Capital Development

Grant for the first time in 2022.

It was used to restore the club room and build a new pavilion.

Healesville Bowling Club has applied for the grant again this year to change their old scoreboard and get ambulatory aides to make the club a safer and easily accessible place for everyone.

“We allocated the cost of hockey stick handles which the bowlers use to aid to get on and off the green so they can enjoy bowling for longer and easier,” Ms Fitzpatrick said.

“Our old school boards were very ancient and probably a trip hazard, so we’ve allocated the funds to order new scoreboards that are a lot safer, they can go into the ground and are easier for our members to move.”

The following clubs will be the recipients of the grants: $24,000 to the Yarra Glen Cricket Club $24,000 to the Mt Evelyn Cricket Club

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· $24,000 to the Wandin Community Hub · $20,000 to the Yarra Glen and District Pony Club Inc · $14,000 to the Lilydale Bowling Club Incorporated · $12,000 to the Mount Evelyn Tennis Club · $10,535 to the Upper Yarra Pony Club Inc · $10,000 to the Lilydale BMX Club Inc · $8,500 to the Lilydale Tennis Club · $8,050 to the Wesburn Junior Football Club · $5,275.50 to the Monbulk Netball Club · $4,600 to the Lilydale & District Model Flying Association Inc. · $3,910 to the Hoddles Creek Cricket Club Inc. · $2,285 to the Healesville Bowling Club · $1,805 to Mooroolbark & District Miniature Railway & Steam Club Inc · $888.50 to the Selby Tennis Club

Increasing activity on the horizon for the Yarra Ranges

By Tanya Faulkner “A healthy community equals a happy community, and that’s what we’re all about,” The words of Yarra Ranges Councillor Andrew Fullagar sang true at the recent council meeting on 10 October, commenting on activities and recreation in the municipality.

Yarra Ranges Council has recently endorsed its Active Recreation Plan for the community, bringing welcomed changes for the municipality over the coming years to increase public participation in exercise and sport.

Addressing the requests made by public consultation of what locals want in the Ranges is key for the Active Recreation Plan, which found locals, in particular, wanted social active recreation opportunities, a diversity of active recreation opportunities, recreation with connections to nature, convenient locations that are co-located with compatible facilities and safe, active recreation designed to maximise usability.

All of these ‘wants’ have been taken into consideration by Yarra Ranges Council when drafting the incoming Active Recreation Plan.

The motion was initially endorsed by deputy mayor Cr Sophie Todorov who said the plan was well received by the community.

“The plan has gone out for well over a month for community feedback in the Yarra Ranges, and over 80 per cent of respondents indicated they were happy with the plan,” she said.

Cr Todorov complimented the plans detail, and said it was a well researched plan looking at the fitness and demographics in mailcommunity.com.au

Yarra Ranges Council have endorsed their new Active Recreation Plan for the Hills.

Picture: ON FILE the community.

“The plan is focused around our people and how we can best design our open spaces and play spaces to serve our people and encourage involvement.

“It looks at age, gender, culture, advantage and disadvantage, ability and disability, and what activities can be most accessible to the community with little cost,” she said.

The plan is said to also prioritise marginalised and priority communities across the Ranges.

The top five concerns outlined from community feedback were centred around safety, lighting, facilities including drinking fountains, or work commitments causing reduced physical activity, which the new plan addresses to be improved in the Yarra Ranges.

What Cr Todorov was most pleased with were the opportunities available to council in the foreseeable future.

“What strongly emerges in the plan are opportunities to partner with existing clubs and groups to keep costs low, improve our existing facilities and make them more accessible, safe and social,” she said.

Over the next ten years, the Yarra Ranges Council has a target to increase activity in the municipality by 15 per cent, which the Active Recreation Plan will support council in providing the appropriate services.

Cr Fullagar echoed the majority of Cr Todorov’s statements, who was also pleased to endorse this plan through council, as a subset of councils’ Health and Wellbeing plan.

“Active recreation is defined as leisure time activity taken outside of structured activities and competitive sport.

“This plan encourages the health and wellbeing of the community through the provision of appropriate infrastructure and recreational programs through council and the community.

“It’s good to get people out of their chairs and out onto the trails,” he said.

Cr Fullagar describes the plan as being “wide ranging and aspirational” which “promotes health, inclusion and community activity”.

The motion was carried unanimously by Yarra Ranges councillors.

More information can be found at shaping.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/draft-active-recreation-plan.

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Better safe than sorry...

By Dongyun Kwon An event for tips on bushfire mitigation is coming to Healesville.

Bushfire Resilient Design and Management Options for Rural Properties will take place at The Memo on Sunday 22 October.

It is part of a forum series organised by Healesville Community Emergency Group.

Group Event Planning Team Member Graeme George said this would be the third forum.

“Healesville Community Emergency Group has held two forums on safe house design and on garden design in the past before Covid,” he said.

“We are now doing the third one which is going out into the rural farming landscapes to look at what can be done on rural properties to minimise the damage of fires.”

The forum will focus on weather conditions, which is one of the dominant factors in causing a fire, but not highlighted as much

as fuel load.

Mr George said the forum would aim to teach attendees how to slow the rate of spread of fire and reduce the impact of fire considering the level of wind, temperature and moisture.

“Attendees will learn lots of things that are not being promoted well, such as what they can put in shelter belts, windbreaks, fire shields and green firebreaks to slow down the wind, trap the embers and block radiant

heat,” he said.

Co-originator of the permaculture concept, Dr David Holmgren, will present in the morning before an optional site visit to a rural property activity in the afternoon, where attendees have the chance to discuss landscape measures to reduce the impact of bushfires.

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Questions raised after new fencing installed

By Callum Ludwig A newly constructed fence in Reefton and McMahons Creek has created concerns for local residents.

The new fence was installed by Melbourne Water with separate fencing plots placed from the Upper Yarra Dam all the way to East Warburton.

McMahons Creek resident Alexander O’Toole said he just wanted to seek out public information on whether they’re allowed to enter where the new fencing is.

“The nearest public water asset is Warburton because there’s a standpipe there, and we can’t use the standpipe which is at the Reefton CFA which we have historically used via the CFA truck anymore, all you can do is get a permit and drive to Warburton to get water,” he said.

“I think I’m the only one who’s got a key and a permit but what I used to do years ago, I don’t do it now, is go draw water from the Yarra at the very start, which you are allowed to do if it’s a reasonable amount.”

The new fencing makes access to the Yarra River harder which provides a point to draw water, particularly in the event of drought, with lots of residential properties in the area reliant on their water tanks.

There is no signage that indicates to residents whether or not they can enter the land behind the new fence.

Mr O’Toole said he is worried about the potential impacts of drought or other emergencies.

“My mate was running out of water currently and he’s probably filled his tank now with all this rain we’ve had but we might not get much rain over summer,” he said.

“They’ve also blocked fire access tracks, so if there’s a big fire in the area, we’ve been confined to only a single road and now it’s one way in and out, can’t escape on the side roads anymore.”

The fencing has been installed as part of Melbourne Water’s Healthy Waterways plan, having consulted with the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) about installing the fencing on Crown land.

Melbourne Water’s Manager of Water Re-

The new fencing blocks a track used by local residents to access the Yarra River. sources and the Upper Yarra Waterways & Catchment Services for the South East Ross Bleazby said the fencing they have done is designed to protect the local landscape and their water assets.

“It is not designed to restrict or prevent people from enjoying the local area and access to the Yarra River. Public roads and tracks leading to the Yarra River are still open and unrestricted,” he said.

“For those who have water questions or concerns relating to their property, we recommend reaching out to the local water retailer, which in this case is Yarra Valley Water.”

The fencing is in 10 individual plots, rather than continuous fencing, in order to protect newly planted vegetation and help the plants be established in the environment.

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The fencing has raised concerns for drought and other emergencies in the area. local community, particularly those with existing water rights are still allowed to access the river.

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AEDs to save lives

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L-R: WYD Bendigo Bank Branch Manager Justin Hall and Chairman Peter Cownley with members of the Hoddles Creek CFA where the new AED can be found.

Picture: CALLUM LUDWIG cess to an AED, their chance of survival decreases by 10 per cent.”

GoodSAM is an app that alerts community members with a notification when there is a cardiac arrest in their area so they can potentially be the first response and save a life. It can also provide the PIN code to access public AEDs like those recently installed, saving valuable time that otherwise would be spent on the phone to 000 asking for it. Responders or anyone who witnesses a cardiac arrest are still urged to call 000 and request an ambulance regardless of the presence of an AED. WYD Bendigo Bank Chairman Peter Cownley said it was important to spread them around the whole community.

“We just decided to try and put them in as many places as we can where people often assemble or that are easy to access, and we are looking at sitting some in our industrial estates too,” he said.

“AEDs do actually advise people as they go forward, so you don’t actually have to know a lot about it, as long as there’s someone there in time, they can use the AEDs as it takes you through the steps that they need to do to hopefully save a life.”

Even if unsuccessful, an AED will download information that can be provided to give to treating clinicians at a hospital to provide details about the patient’s condition at the time of the event.

Owner of the Launching Place Home Hotel Neil Shankly said he thinks it’s a really good community facility to have.

“The pub’s well-known locally and we’re really pleased to be a part of it with the support of the Bendigo Bank,” he said.

“It’s certainly a resource you hope is never used but if it’s needed it’s there, and it’s certainly online as far as its location goes with GoodSAM and Ambulance Victoria.”

TRIP programs return to the Yarra Valley

By Callum Ludwig A program with the potential to save young lives is getting back up and running in the Yarra Ranges with a sombre session at the start of December ahead of the Christmas holidays.

Back by community request after Covid interruptions, local emergency services are urging young drivers and their families to attend the Yarra Valley TRIP (Teenage Road Information Program).

Former Hillcrest CFA Captain and the Chairperson of Yarra Valley TRIP Fiona Burns said the program started back in 2011.

“It was driven by the fact that we had had several serious fatalities and serious injuries on the roads which involved our young people and most of those crashes were actually avoidable,” she said.

“There were things such as speed, not wearing a seatbelt, distracted driving and alcohol use that contributed to those crashes occurring and essentially we wanted to put together a program that made young people aware of the consequences of their actions.”

The event has historically been held every two years, with representatives from local CFA, SES, Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police involved.

Ms Burns said the session is also about empowering young people to ‘Stand Up’, the theme of this year’s event.

“What we’ve seen is the conversation that young people have had with each other or with their parents that’s resulted in them being more mindful about their driving behaviour and their willingness to hold their friends to account for their driving behaviour,” she said.

“We talk extensively about what we call the ripple effect; you might have the crash and be involved, but then there are the first responders who attend your crash, then there’s your immediate family, your friends from school, friends you play cricket, football or netball with, the hospital staff, the doctors, the rehab, the legal system in some cases. One crash impacts 200 or 300 people,” “I can’t sit here and say we’ve not had a fatality since it, because we have, but I certainly think we’ve seen a reduction, particularly in our

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Attendees are warned that the session will be hard-hitting, at times graphic and heartbreaking as well as guest speakers including a person who went to prison for a serious crash and local first responders who’ve been at the scenes of fatal crashes.

Ms Burns said even if they only make an impact on one person’s driving behaviour and that changes the outcome of a crash, it’s a success.

“If we can get the message across to young people about the consequences but also empower them with tools to help them talk to their friends, that’s where the success of the program comes from,” she said.

The session will be held at Heritage Funeral Homes in Woori Yallock on Wednesday 6 December. Attendees are asked to arrive at 6.30pm for a 7pm start, finishing at 8.30pm with supper served after.

The event is supported by the Wandin/Seville and Woori Yallock and District branches of the Bendigo Bank.

Healesville’s Returned and Services League (RSL) organised a free hearing check event on 10 October to support veterans in getting the health support they need.

“We organised an activity that would be beneficial for our local veterans and to support their health as part of an overall RSL Veterans’ Health Week,” Healesville RSL President Colette Shaw said.

Healesville RSL invited bloom hearing specialists to offer a free hearing check service along with free coffee.

“The event went really successful with a steady number of people coming through to have their hearing checked and have a cup of tea or coffee afterward,” Ms Shaw said.

Bloom has been offering free hearing health check services nationally to reach out to areas where there is no clinic.

“We use the mobile clinic, so we can go to the people rather than have them come to our clinics,” bloom Marketing Operations and Brand Ambassador Lou Ongarato said.

“We roam far and wide to offer our services to as many people as we can and we recently did a field day in Toowoomba, New South Wales, Tasmania, East Gippsland, South Australia and Mildura.”

Hearing loss is a serious and invisible issue especially for people over 60 years old which causes issues in social relationships, as it can lead to isolation and other cognition issues if it is not treated properly.

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The Hoddles Creek CFA and Launching Place Home Hotel now each have one out the front of their buildings, clearly visible and easy to access in an emergency.

1st Lieutenant at Hoddles Creek CFA Brett Kerford said it’s extremely important for both the brigade and the community.

“It’s huge for the community in that it just gives us a bit of extra security because AV (Ambulance VictoriA) is very flat out all the time and finds it difficult getting up here in a reasonable time which is very understandable these days,” HE SAID. “Especially in communities like Hoddles Creek, Powelltown or Reefton, these sorts of things will make a difference between life and death, it’s the first 10 minutes that can be the difference between a full recovery, a life with health issues or death itself.”

The Woori Yallock and District Bendigo Bank are out to supply and install AEDs throughout the region, these being the second and third of a series of 10.

Branch Manager and Wesburn/Millgrove CFA member Justin Hall said it’s great to be able to support GoodSAM, Ambulance Victoria and local CFA’s in those minutes that really count.

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Field Days finishes strong

By Callum Ludwig Despite drizzly conditions, Wandin Silvan Field Days packed out the Wandin East Recreation Reserve for the 2023 edition of the event.

Held on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 October, Wandin Silvan Field Days brings together local agribusinesses and other related companies to showcase their wares and form business connections.

President of the Wandin Silvan Field Days Committee Brad Finger said it was really good to be putting on the event again.

“We are really full this year, there’s not a spare site so that was good and although it’s wet now, it’s not as wet as last year,” he said.

“It was hard work setting up because it was raining yesterday, which is always a problem when you set up.”

It was fantastic to see the reserve so full of exhibitors, especially given a number of businesses missed out on the 2022 event due to flooding, particularly those coming from Yarra Glen and Yea. Mr Finger said it was great to have people coming back.

“Some of those have been coming here for years, and they just keep coming back sup-

Not a spare site to be found at Wandin Silvan Field Days. porting us. Without them, it wouldn’t be here,” he said.

“Agriculture and horticulture is a big part of our community, it’s always been our focus, and we’ve tried not to shy away from that.”

It is the second event organised with Mr Finger in the role of president, having been a member of the committee for many years pri-

or to stepping up in 2022.

Mr Finger said the event holds different opportunities for the businesses who get involved.

“It depends on what they’re selling, you’ve got the ones that are looking for sales on the day and then you’ve got some of the machinery people where their customers are basically

Picture: CALLUM LUDWIG doing their research before they buy something in a month’s time, a week’s time, or a year’s time, but having all the different types of brands of tractors, it means they can come to one place and look at them all,” he said.

“It’s a huge benefit for the businesses as well because they can also do their research, ask questions and it’s all here in one place.”

Event a thriving hub for business and networking

By Callum Ludwig In its 54th year, Wandin Silvan Field Days is still providing a great opportunity for networking, upgrading and selling in the Yarra Ranges.

Attendees and local agribusinesses and adjacent industries alike turn out in their droves to see what products and services could help them improve their business or home.

Home gardening products business Biolink was back for the second year running, and co-owner Kevin Beecroft said it’s good to get the exposure in the local area.

“We got a few people interested here last year which is really good, a couple of market gardens took up our Biolink Bullet, which is a composted chicken manure pellet, and it’s good to be back to show people what we’ve been up to the last 12 months,” he said.

“We’ve developed another couple of products which we’re showing off into the marketplace and it’s good to be exposed to a different area as we’re based in the Westen Districts.”

Biolink was founded by Mr Beecroft and his wife Leisa, alongside fellow organic dairy farmers Graham and Melissa Clay, selling a microbial-based range of natural fertilisers, soil stimulants, and animal probiotics.

Having only officially started out in 2022, Adaptable Garden’s founder and owner Ben Penberthy “Our speciality is helping everybody grow food. No matter what the situation, no matter what their physical challenge, no matter what their living situation is, we want to help people grow food that is costeffective and nutrient-dense,” he said.

“For us, the event is great because we are local and the more stuff we can have up in the Hills, the better. I don’t think there’s enough like this around, we’ve got the Yarra Valley Plant Fair which is in November and has started to grow but it’d be nice to have more Council-backed things in local areas.”

Adaptable Gardens combines Ben’s love for gardening and his partner Danielle’s background as a Mental Health Occupational Therapist to help create affordable, accessible garden setups for the less able-bodied gardeners, including the older people in the Yarra Ranges, who would otherwise be unable to maintain a garden.

Water solutions business Irribiz’s Mt Evelyn branch is one of its newest ventures and Branch Manager Justyn Flynn said the event is a good opportunity to build their brand locally.

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are,” he said.

“We’ve invested a fair bit of time and effort into presenting here today, and it’s not my first Field Days but looking back on the previous 12 months, there’s a range of customers in different areas that I could attribute to us being at the Field Days last year.”

Irribiz helps find solutions for agribusiness and residential areas that may be struggling with a lack of water or poor-quality water or in developing from traditional styles of irrigation to hydroponics and ‘everything in between.’

Any agribusiness needs a tough vehicle to take to the Yarra Ranges roads and both Genesis Isuzu and Yarra Valley Toyota were on site to showcase their latest ranges.

Sales Manager at Genesis Motors Isuzu Ute in Lilydale Nick Andrew said they always support the Wandin Silvan Field Days.

“It’s great for the local community, and for anything local, we are happy to help out,I’d encourage any business to come up give it a go for a year and see if it suits” he said.

“We are just here to share general information on the cars, most people know what they’re going to buy, so we just show what cars and models we’ve got in stock and when they are available.”

Starting out in Ringwood, Genesis Motors Isuzu Ute has been based on the Maroondah Highway in Lilydale since 2016.

Business and Fleet Sales Manager at Yarra Valley Toyota in Lilydale Geoff May said they

talk to a lot of people over the two days every year, and last year they even sold a couple of cars at the event which people were able to drive away with the next week.

“It’s great that people can come and see them all in one spot rather than running around all over town, especially as we can Google anything these days, I think it’s much nicer to be able to come out and put your fingertips on things and have a chat to the people running or selling it,” he said.

“We always go for a bit of an hour-long walk around and meet some of the people in some of the marquees and displays, some of them are in the same spot every year so it’s great to have a chat with them again too.” mailcommunity.com.au

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Students lend a vital hand

By Dongyun Kwon Some of Mount Lilydale Mercy College’s Year 9 students travelled to Healesville to lend a hand at the Nicholas Timms Retreat House on Wednesday 11 October.

It is part of the community rotation of the Year 9 program called Horizon.

“We have three different groups going to different places as part of the program and the groups rotate regularly,” Teacher Greg Hysted said.

“One comes out here to a retreat house helping with maintenance and gardening, another group goes to a school in Lilydale helping kids with reading and writing and the last group does some crochet work for donation.”

The teacher thanked the school for prioritising the program which he said was “nice” and “rewarding”.

“It is really great for them to be able to do this during school time as a part of education, which is different from traditional education,” Mr Hysted said.

The students mainly tended to the lawns and prepared the veggie patch to help Nicholas Timms Retreat House Caretaker Sue Jennings who runs the property by herself.

Ms Jennings said she was “grateful” for their help which was “fantastic”.

“It’s been nearly two years since the school has helped us,” she said.

“The students work really hard and help me with a lot of things that I couldn’t do myself, they do anything from cleaning the windows, decking, mowing the lawns, guttering to weeding.”

Nicholas Timms Retreat Foundation was formed in 2009 after 21-month-old Nicholas Timms passed away due to a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

His parents Michael and Belinda Timms decided to help other families with young kids who suffer from cancer.

The girls were setting up a veggie patch and spreading the mulch which was donated by J&R Tree and Property Maintenance.

Mount Lilydale Mercy College Year 9 students came to Healesville to help Nicholas Timms Retreat House as part of the community rotation of the year 9 program called Horizon.

Pictures: DONGYUN KWON The foundation started a project of building a retreat house collaborating with Challenge, which is a not-for-profit organisation supporting children and families living with cancer, to offer respite space for the families of children with cancer.

“We want to provide a respite space for the families of children with cancer to have some time out and regenerate the batteries because one of the things that happens for those families is that they lose their home which becomes a very sterile place after they’ve been sick,” Challenge CEO David Rogers said.

Mr Hysted wanted the students to know the meaning of the activity by giving them back-

ground information about the place.

The day started with a quick tour of the property to explain what the Nicholas Timms Retreat House is for and students were impacted positively by the activity.

“The students are really engaging in it and it is reflected on their faces how much the activity means to them with recognising the positive impact they are having on people who are going through a tough time at the moment,” Mr Hysted said.

“We’ve had students in the past who have come here and enjoyed it so much they’ve volunteered their own personal time outside of

Nicholas Timms Retreat Foundation and Challenge built a retreat house together to offer respite space for the families of children with cancer. school hours to come back and help this place.”

Student Lien Sawyer said the activity was “fun” and “helpful” and got him some fresh air outside school.

“I learn a lot of general life skills from this activity while I am helping the young kids with cancer,” Sawyer said.

“Today, I did casual gardening and maintenance stuff.

“I snipped out the back and hope this will give some good feeling to the kids with the cancer when they walk around here.”

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Help spot the platypus

By Tanya Steele Landcare groups have united for the iconic platypus and invite the community to come learn how to spot the elusive mammal.

Grassroots citizen scientists can take part in the platypus survey on the Little Yarra on Saturday 21 October.

The free event marks the return of official data collection to that area of the river after a nearly 20 year hiatus.

Healesville Environmental Wach Inc (HEWI) president Karen Garth estimates that surveys haven’t been done in the area since 2002 and said the evening will immensely help data collection for tracking platypus numbers.

“There’s only been some incidental sightings throughout the area - people out walking that just happened to see them, we want to have people out there looking more frequently,” she said.

The three-part evening will consist of a get together at the the Yarra Junction Bowling Club, a spotting session at the river and finish with sharing the data collected and a presentation from Melbourne Water.

HEWI has partnered with Upper Yarra Landcare for the event and Ms Garth said this time of year is one of the peak times to spot them.

“We hope that means that people when they are next walking around the area wherever the stream is, they will know how to look for platypus and also importantly record their observations,” she said.

“They are still mating now and the males are moving around a lot more.”

People can always upload platypus sightings up to mobile apps such as Inaturalist or Platypus Spot.

“We will also mention some frogs apps on the night, we will probably hear them,” Ms

The free event will teach community how to spot the creatures.

Garth said.

Platypus knowledge is still fragmented in parts and Ms Garth said that we need to fill in some of those gaps.

“The gaps are hindering conservation funding and research,” she said.

Ms Garth said she is looking forward to helping people learn to spot the river animals and teach them about the local environment.

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“If they don’t know what’s there, then you can’t appreciate it and you can’t care for it,” she said.

The evening is a real chance for community level engagement and Ms Garth said all over the age of six and up are welcome.

“We will be sitting quietly by fast moving water, I have scouted along and picked a few places for the event,” she said.

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Yarra Ranges Mayor, Jim Child, said that serving the community takes many forms, all of which were important.

“We know that there are countless volunteers, community groups and community advocates who work every day to make this one of the best places in the world to live,” Cr Child said.

“To put it quite simply, without the thousands of volunteer hours every year – planting trees and improving the local environment; taking calls, donating items and helping people in need of a hand; providing events and education and information; ad-

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Nurturing their education At St Brigid’s the student leaders have a key focus on building relationships both within and outside the immediate school community.

Last term they took up the invitation to participate in the Vietnam Veterans Celebration and March in Healesville and connected with the local community through visiting local preschools, the local library and supporting the St Brigid’s Parish Care Group.

During term four, all of the students across the school raise funds and awareness of the school’s important mission to ‘Grow in Wisdom and Love’ through the organisation of a Mini Fete. The student-led Mini Fete is a wonderful way for all of St Brigid’s students to build upon and display their social justice leadership skills. The students are all involved in all aspects of planning and executing their class activity including setting up and running their stalls, wandering around spending their money, cleaning up their areas and counting their profits. All funds raised go towards two very worthwhile projects - the St Brigid’s Care Group, and the Brigidine Asylum Seekers Project.

The school also plans to again reinstate its Advent Angels program where students source, pack and distribute Christmas hampers for those in need and prepare food parcels as volunteers for HICCI in Healesville.

Please also look out for students performing in the upcoming community Christmas Carols on Saturday 9 December.

Finally, and importantly St Brigid’s look forward to welcoming the new Prep students to its transition to school program which is commencing on Wednesday 1 November. The school is also still accepting applications for enrolment so there’s still time to submit your application. All families are welcome who are looking for a school that both nurtures and

It was a great lot of fun, seeing the older students help the grades below enjoy their day. cares for all of its students, provides them with many opportunities to learn in different ways and creates a welcoming environment for all.

Please contact the St Brigid’s school office for further information on 5962 4200 or via email to office@sbhealesville.catholic.edu.au

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The display of personal items belonging to Bruce Bethune at Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead.

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War hero honoured

By Callum Ludwig Just a week after the service for George Ingram VC, the Seville community remembered another war hero, one who never came home.

Bruce Bethune died on 14 October 1943 while serving in the 24th Australian Infantry Battalion in Papua New Guinea, and a service was held at the Seville War Memorial on the same date, 80 years on, on Saturday.

Bruce Bethune’s nephews Alistair and Ian Johnson also loaned the Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead a few personal items of their uncle’s to display in the museum over the weekend.

Alistair Johnson said all the items on display were returned to the family after he died in Papua New Guinea.

“They were stored in an old suitcase at his mother’s place, we never took a lot of notice of this suitcase until in recent times, but we opened it up and realised it was a treasure trove of his personal items,” he said.

“We’ve got a lot of the letters from his commanding officer upon his death, writing to the family, as well as letters from his friends. Our mother, Bruce’s sister, was very proud of Bruce and she kept everything and now it’s proved invaluable for us to know more about Bruce’s life.”

Disappointingly, Bruce Bethune’s panel of the Seville War Memorial was one of the two shattered in a recent attack by vandals, with Alistair the one to discover the damage.

Alistair said it’s an old cliche but to remember Bruce is to also remember what war was like.

“If you don’t learn from your mistakes, you’ll all have to do them again and it’s the enormous cost to the local community, not just Wandin and Seville but you look around at the small towns where whole families were nearly wiped out because all their sons went away,” he said.

“I think with my generation and the younger generation never having been through war, this reinforces that it’s not all glory, people get killed and that’s the end of it.”

Bruce Bethune was killed when he was

L-R: Bruce Bethune’s nephews Ian and Alistair Johnson. caught in a raging river and drowned. He is buried in the Lae War Cemetery in Papua New Guinea where unfortunately his family has never been able to visit.

Alistair said there was nothing special about Bruce, he was just a young bloke from a family, like tens of thousands of others who went away to war and never came home.

“He was quite a fair writer and must have been a well-liked fellow because there was a letter from his friend who was one of his best mates in the army and there was a letter that he wrote to his cousin that when he got home he was looking forward to going to the dances

A Healesville art museum won one of the 2023 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards on Tuesday 10 October.

TarraWarra Museum of Arts was awarded Highly Commended in the medium project of the year for the gallery sector for their outstanding work in TarraWarra Biennial 2023: ua usiusi fa’ava’asavili.

Museum Director Victoria Lynn said it was the team’s first time winning an award after they launched the biennial exhibition in 2006 with the purpose of exploring and representing contemporary Australian art through an experimental, curatorial platform.

“TarraWarra Museum of Arts is thrilled to be awarded Highly Commended at the recent Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards,” she said.

“It’s very important that we are recognised by our peers and colleagues in the sector for excellence.”

The judges of the awards said the exhibition showed a commitment to championing new voices in the field and exemplifying an innovative curatorial model sparking conversations about Indigenous aesthetics and practices across Australia and in neighbouring Asia and Oceania.

This year the main theme of the TarraWarra Biennial was looking at ancestral stories of diverse groups of Australian artists in a poetic way.

The title of the exhibition, ua usiusi fa’ava’asavili, was an alag??upu, S?moan proverb, meaning ‘the canoe obeys the wind’ which was a Great Ocean celestial navigation practice.

“It was curated by an artist Dr Leuli Eshragi who has Persian and Samoan background and Leuli was interested in the way Australia is part of an archipelago,” Ms Lynn said.

Dr Leuli Eshragi has been named curator of Indigenous arts at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in Canada.

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so it must have been quite sociable,” he said.

“But he missed out, he never had the opportunity to marry, have kids or do anything like that and that’s the shame of it all and it’s a sobering thought.”

Bruce Bethune’s great niece Stephanie Johnson wrote a poem telling Bruce Bethune’s story.

One verse reads: ‘Where the man beside them sent by fate, From stranger became a trusted mate.

A boy quickly became a man, And lost the innocence he had before war began.’

TarraWarra Museum of Arts won one of the 2023 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards on Tuesday 10 October for the TarraWarra Biennial 2023 exhibition.

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Ride into the history of the Upper Yarra in November

By Callum Ludwig An opportunity to enjoy exercise and explore the history of the Upper Yarra next month.

The Upper Yarra Historical Society (UYHS) is encouraging residents to ‘Ride Into History’ on November 11 and 12; a slow-paced bicycle ride on the Lilydale to Warburton trail accompanied by presentations of local history on the journey back to the Upper Yarra Museum.

Organiser Leila Hay said small vignettes based on local settlement history will be performed in Warburton, Wesburn and at the museum.

“A local theatre group, the Mad Hatter Theatrics is performing the vignettes; Little Projector Company will provide historical background image projections on locations,” she said.

“The aim is to make our local pioneering heritage better known and to highlight the profile of the Historical Society and the Museum as the guardians of our local settlement history.”

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Ms Hay said the UYHS is reaching out from the confines of a static museum site in Yarra Junction to other parts of the Upper Yarra Valley

to inspire locals to learn more about their pioneering history.

“Many in our local community have unfortunately never visited the Museum nor know much about our rich local settlement history.

As the older generation with memories of local

historical events is passing on, it is important to get the wider community more involved,” she said.

“Particularly for newcomers to the region, getting to know their local history can help them grow roots and create a sense of place,” “We believe that this event will create more curiosity towards our heritage and hopefully encourage volunteering and participation in the activities arranged by the Historical Society.”

Due to the ride taking place at night, no kids are permitted to participate for safety reasons.

Cog Bikes will have three riders with first aid and bike mechanics skills joining the ride so they are on hand to provide assistance if needed, while attendees can also hire bikes from the Cog Bikes if required.

The event has been supported by a community grant from Yarra Ranges Council.

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Healesville Timber and Hardware is a proud family-owned business with Cameron, Lucie and Eric Oude-Meilink at the helm. 352811 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS The Bond of Family and Community What sets Healesville Joinery apart is their status as a family-owned business. This status isn’t just a title; it’s a reflection of the bonds they’ve built with the locals and local businesses.

Their commitment to friendly service and competitive pricing has made them a trusted partner for many.

A Journey Worth Celebrating Their greatest achievement isn’t just about business growth, but the ability to enrich the local community. The introduction of the Joinery division has not only expanded their horizons but has also seen them extend their reach interstate. This achievement, they humbly admit, wouldn’t have been possible without the steadfast support of the community.

In the realm of timber and joinery, Healesville Joinery stands tall as a testament to craftsmanship, community, and the pursuit of excellence. As they continue to craft unique visions in wood, their legacy in Healesville and beyond only grows stronger. If you’re in search of timber and joinery that marries quality with a touch of artistry, Healesville Joinery is the name to remember.

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Crafting Unique Visions Healesville Joinery offers more than just a service; it offers a canvas for customers to paint their unique visions. Whether it’s crafting windows that flood a room with natural light, designing sturdy doors and barn doors or curating personalized kitchen cabinets that transform your cooking space - Healesville Joinery rises to every challenge.

Beyond the usual, they excel in crafting gates, stairs and benchtops. Each project is a testament to their dedication to precision and detail.

A Journey Steeped in Experience The journey of Healesville Joinery is intertwined with the extensive experience of Eric, who has been a stalwart in the building industry for over 35 years. In 2016, they ventured into the world of timber and hardware, recognizing the need for customized products and joinery in their community. Their vision culminated in the establishment of Healesville Joinery in 2020, marking a significant expansion in their offerings.

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A pure expression of love

By Callum Ludwig Partners Andrew Darling and Szara Fox have collaborated on many musical ventures together, notably in delivering the Small Hall Gyspy Cabaret in East Warburton and playing at local venues, but their passions for photography and poetry hadn’t yet crossed over.

They will now, however, when their Coalescence exhibition officially opens at the Warburton Arts Centre on Friday 26 October from 6pm to 8pm.

Mr Darling said music has always been the shared work that they create together, but they have other lives within different art forms.

“I’ve been writing poetry for probably 35 years since I was 15 years old and Szara did her formal arts training over in the Netherlands and is an incredible photographer, she makes these incredible photography artworks that are the product of overlaying several images and then digitally manipulating them to create these almost miraculous hidden illuminations,” he said.

“Over time, we started to work on these things in parallel and we would do things where, for example, I would write a poem that was a direct response or directly inspired by one of Szara’s artworks or she would do the opposite.”

The pair were inspired to create the exhibition after seeing Yarra Ranges Council calling for expressions of interest in using the Warburton Arts Centre.

Mr Darling said the poetry and the photography have come together in different ways, which is part of what is so interesting about the exhibition.

“Some of them we did have a look and we almost magically found that some that were

‘Fragmented Longing’ by Szara Fox. already created independently just fit together like they were meant to be,” he said.

“It’s very different to songwriting where it’s almost formulaic how you write a song, it’s been a real journey.”

Ms Fox has a Bachelor’s degree with honours in photography having studied fine arts in the Netherlands for five years.

Ms Fox said she had a lot of exhibitions in the Netherlands, including some quite big ones, with photography festivals.

All for the community

By Gabriella Vukman From toadstools reaching up to catch final traces of the day’s sunlight, to isolated footsteps in the snow, the results of the Yarra Valley Calendar Competition are truly captivating.

Having announced the winners on September 8, the calendars for 2024 will be available at the Bendigo Bank’s community branches from late November.

Winner of the ‘Judge’s Choice’ category Pam Pajak shared the story behind her mystical submission.

“The title I gave it really encapsulated the moment I wanted the viewer to be transported to. We’re often out rushing around looking at big things and we sometimes forget to look down and appreciate the smaller things,” Pam said.

The photo was taken at the bottom of Pam’s garden. Describing how she was positioned close to the ground to capture the photo, Pam said she “was just there at the right time.”

“I was walking around the garden looking at what there might be to see. Those little toadstools come up every autumn. The sun was behind them and I was looking at the little things,” Pam said.

Depicting an otherworldly array of golden, green and tawny hues, the image transports the viewer to an Atlantis of toadstools, mulch and leaf litter.

“In that moment the toadstools just looked beautiful with the sun behind them and I was there with a camera to capture it,” Pam said.

Pam’s love for photography has been a longlasting passion.

“It was my grandmother who bought me my first Kodak Brownie camera and that started me on the road to taking photographs,” Pam said.

Warburton Photographer and one of this year’s competition judges Kate Baker said, “I love that they run this competition.”

“We had over 200 entries and that for me means people are feeling connected to it. It is an open opportunity for everybody, whether you’re an artist or not an artist, everybody has the opportunity to contribute. I really like that,” Kate said.

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dently went through and selected our top twelve images. We gathered together and talked through our preferences and reached a consensus,” Kate said.

“In this particular competition there are two aspects that constitute a good photo. The artistic quality of the image itself and representation of the Upper Yarra region,” Kate said.

Kate looks for images that represent the local area and connect others with the community in a relatable manner. The “artistic merit” and quality of the rendering are also considered.

Commending the competition, Kate said, “it brings a strong sense of belonging and pride when the calendar comes out. I particularly enjoy the way that it encourages other people, especially young people.”

Kate notes this particular progress in the under 18s section of the competition. “‘Nature’s Dance ’, the winning image for the under 18s bracket stands up in any adult portfolio. It is very beautiful, the colours were gorgeous and it was perfectly composed,” Kate said.

“The young boy that came runner up, we chose that image because it showcases an alternate perspective. It showed he’d thought about it. And it gave a sense of people whereas normally the submissions we get are naturebased,” Kate added.

Winner of the under 18 Judge’s Choice segment Pearl Saurine said “photography has always been a passion but it is not something that I’ve ever taken seriously.”

Pearl’s achievements in this year’s competition are no new feat. This being the third year of her participation, Pearl was runner up in the U18s Judge’s Choice section in her first year and has won the U18s title in 2022 and 2023.

“This year I was surprised to win the under 18s. There were a lot of under 18 photos that were really amazing so I was definitely surprised that my photo won. I really was not expecting that,” Pearl said. While Pearl asserted that last year’s photo ‘(The Things We Do For Love)’ is her favourite photo that she has taken, her latest submission is not to go unnoticed.

The winning images can be found on the Upper Yarra Calendar Competition website: www.upperyarra.net.au/upper-yarra-2024-calendarcompetition-and-online-exhibition/

Picture: SUPPLIED “In my photography over the years, I’ve been really directed towards nature scapes and landscapes because I’ve been travelling a lot, these images that I’ve taken over the last 15 years I’ve been combining, but prior to my travels when I was still in the Netherlands, I was doing a similar kind of work, not layering the image, but having a similar topic where I create, combine the visible and invisible realities together,” she said.

“It creates something like a vision that

brings the layers that aren’t visible forwards, if that makes sense and it’s common that these works are connected to travel and nature.”

Mr Darling’s life work has largely consisted of being a musician and a music teacher in local high schools.

However, he said writing poetry was where he started as an artist.

“I studied poetry at Queensland Uni before I ever studied music, I would say that throughout my entire 30-year career as a musician, writing poetry has been my constant silent companion the entire time and in terms of songwriting, my lyrics are aiming to write poetry within song lyrics,” he said.

“For me, poetry is a way that I explore and understand myself, it’s a way I heal the more difficult emotions inside myself that accumulate through living and it’s a way I take the beauty that I see around me all the time and articulate it in a way that perhaps can be shared with other people.”

Coalescence will be able to be viewed for six weeks from the opening.

Both Mr Darling and Ms Fox feel it was special to be able to bring their work together.

“It’s a fascinating and inspiring journey because as an artist, there are so many different areas you can potentially work in so for us to be able to bring those other qualities that we have in the creative field together is a beautiful and stunning thing, as well as the love we share,” Ms Fox said.

“I just think about how beautiful and inspirational it is that the thing that I’ve written wouldn’t exist without that image and without our love, that’s one way to look at this exhibition, is that it’s a pure expression of our love,” Mr Darling said.

Open Studios is art-live

By Gabriella Vukman Open Studios is calling to art lovers who are hungry for the taste of the Valley’s creative scene, welcoming art fanatics back for a 2023 season of immersion into local talent.

Venturing into the raw and authentic spaces where the magic happens, Open Studios is an opportunity to visit the workspaces of over 30 local artists.

Kicking off the festivities on October 5, the Open Studios Exhibition at the YAVA Gallery in Healesville features snippets of artwork from each participating studio. The exhibition is running until November 5.

Over two weekends and complemented by the Open Studios Exhibition at YAVA Gallery, the Yarra Valley Open Studios offers a unique insight into artistic processes Along with the visitation of the studios, the exhibition is free of charge.

Open Studios Project Manager Reggie Clark said, “the event is open to anyone. Art lovers, locals, people from Melbourne.”

“We’ve had interstate and even some overseas visitors in previous years,” she said.

“Anyone who loves art or even who is just curious about how specific art is done can come along.”

Artists will open their studios in the Coldstream and Healesville area from October 21-22 whilst Upper Yarra studios can be visited from November 4-5.

Artist Christine Cafarella-Pearce said “studio time is food for my soul. It’s such a delight to share my secret place with other creatives and art lovers during Open Studios.”

Each artist’s studio presents works in progress, providing an opportunity to show off their process and collection in an authentic manner. Artworks may also be purchased from studios and the YAVA exhibition.

Reggie said, “it’s a great thing for the artists to be able to showcase what they’re doing for the preceding year. The community can see a side to their community that

Yarra Valley Open Studios provides an opportunity for artists to divulge their work and progress.

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The open studios events have been running in the Yarra Valley since 2017.

“We’re building it up again after COVID. We’re just hoping that despite there being a lot of online art, people will still love to go and see the art, smell the paint, smell the wood or the clay, touch things just experience it themselves rather than online,” Reggie said.

This year the event’s introduction of a tour bus is an option for those who don’t want to drive. The bus tours are guided by local artists and visit up to six studios over the course of three hours.

“The bus is a new feature. Sometimes we get people saying they feel a bit nervous driving somewhere they’ve never been before. We thought we’d try the bus and I think it will take off. We’ve already sold quite a few tickets which is great,” Reggie said.

Providing a vast mixture of mediums including pottery, sculpture, photography and painting among others, the Yarra Valley Open Studios event is a celebration of the art scene the hills have to offer.

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1975 Time Capsule Opening

By Dongyun Kwon The beautiful harmony of Badger Creek Women’s Choir will be performing at the Healesville Memo on Saturday 28 October. The concert will be an hour and 10 minutes long along with 12 songs by the choir including some solos, a comedy and collaboration with a musician band. It will be their first concert since Covid-19 swept the whole world.

Choir Conductor Jennifer Legg said she was excited for the concert after a long wait.

“We’ve got a great bunch of women and good music with pop classics, rock classics, indie pop,” she said.

“It’s a great opportunity for us to share all the hard work we’ve done with our families, friends and community.”

It has been almost 10 years since the women started to sing in harmony in 2014.

The choir was spontaneously formed by local women who loved music. A group of women asked Ms Legg, who was a music teacher at Badger Creek Primary School, if she knew of any local choir after they had a communityorientated music program.

“I didn’t know any local choir that they could join to fulfill their passion in music, so I decided to start one in 2014,” Ms Legg said.

It started with 16 people and currently has about 30 members with a broad age range.

Over 60 women have sung in the choir.

Ms Legg explained the choir was for the people who love singing and to build a relationship with people who have the same interests.

“We are a non-auditioning choir which is for everyone who enjoys singing together to lift the spirit and the sense of well-being,” she said.

“I arranged the music in a way that is accessible to the women to keep them interested, but to make it doable, not too difficult, but still in-

Badger Creek Women’s Choir will have a concert on Saturday 28 October at the Healesville Memo.

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“The concert deepens our ties even more while we are doing it together in weekly rehearsals.” They come along together every Wednesday in the Memo for rehearsal. Collaboration of the new and old members shines through the rehearsals where they help each other to learn from each other. Yarra Ranges Council has supported the choir by providing the rehearsal venue for free and a partnership grant which offers four-year funding to community groups, organisations and service providers to deliver projects and programs which facilitate positive social change and celebrate the diversity and cultural uniqueness of our region. The club is open to any woman who is interested in music.

They can either turn up to the rehearsal venue at 7pm on Wednesday or contact them through their Facebook or Instagram to join the choir.

“After this concert, we’ll start to rehearse a short repertoire for the Healesville Carols by Candlelight,” Ms Legg said.

The concert is free with free supper provided and booking can be made at the Memo.

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The magic of Wanderslore Sanctuary Come and visit the Trust for Nature reserve, Wanderslore Sanctuary, on the Friend’s annual Open Day, Sunday 22 October, from 10am to 3pm.

This beautiful 10-hectare sanctuary nestled behind the Rail Trail between Launching Place and Yarra Junction represents significant remnant bushland. The Helmeted Honeyeater has been sighted here, and recently, a Koala, a pair of Powerful Owls, and a Lyrebird.

There will be guided and self-guided tours of the Sanctuary, displays of photographs of Wanderslore, history information, a nature table, tea and coffee, sausage sizzle, and raffle.

Additionally, the Trust for Nature, who manage the separate cottage precinct, will be in attendance for a chat, with their own displays at the Cottage.

Entry to Wanderslore, located at 1280 Warburton Highway, Launching Place, is from the Warburton Rail Trail. Turn off the Highway beside the former Launching Place General Store, next to the Home Hotel.

Limited parking is available behind the General Store. Follow the signs to enter the Sanctuary.

For further info, email Steve Fernee, steve. fernee@gmail.com.

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Centenary in February 2025 at 10am on Thursday 26 October.

The Badger Creek Hall is not a Yarra Ranges Shire property but is managed by a volunteer committee of management overseen by the Department of Environment, Energy & Climate Action (DEECA).

It needs fresh committee volunteers to work with DEECA and other grant bodies to improve this community asset.

The volunteer position of Hall Secretary is also available with support, which could be divided up and negotiable.

To attend the event, please contact Adam at 0480 412 202.

Free cuppa and light lunch will be provided.

Writers & Rhythm Writers & Rhythm will take place at 7pm on Friday 10 November at the Healesville Uniting Church.

It is a celebration of the songwriters and the poets of the Yarra Valley.

Twelve performers from past events will play their two favourite original songs or poems, which will result in a fantastic array of extremely talented artists from Healesville and the surrounds.

The venue will be wheelchair accessible and have all abilities facilities.

Attendees will be given chef-prepared supper, tea and coffee at an interval at 8.30pm.

Bring your own favourite drink.

Booking is required with a $20 cash payment at the door, ring 0417 002 793.

Warburton Primary School set to open 1975 time capsule

By Callum Ludwig All are welcome to join Warburton Primary School in opening a time capsule from 1975 on Sunday 29 October at midday.

In particular, the school would love to see students from 1975 in attendance.

Warburton Primary School Principal Nathan Van Der Monde said the students are all eager to see what’s inside..

“The opening of the capsule gives students an opportunity to reflect on the students who came before them and feel a sense of belonging to something so much bigger than themselves,” he said.

“The occasion has been a springboard in classrooms to explore what life was like in the 1970s in Warburton and the world.”

Minister for Education Lindsay Thompson, who went on to become Premier of Victoria, attended the burial of the capsule.

Mr Van Der Monde said he really has no idea what will be in the capsule.

“I feel like there could be a newspaper, student work - possibly some student writing samples about what they think the world would be like in 2023, and some iconic items from the era but I am not sure, so I am equally as excited as the students to find out what is in there,” he said. All items will be displayed in the front office for the rest of Term Four.

Bring a few dollars for a sausage sizzle and a few treats from the school’s Harvest Café.

YRC Civic Awards Community members are encouraged to call for the recognition of those who tirelessly help others, with nominations opening for the annual Civic Awards.

The awards will recognise people and groups who serve their communities in volunteering, environmental work, advocacy and helpfulness.

Awards are handed out for environmental volunteering (including a young environmental achiever award), community leadership and an award for Citizen of the Year.

Nominations close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 12 November.

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Keeping our history alive Many people are amazed at the records and information historical societies hold.

Yet the collections have been carefully gathered up by very dedicated members throughout the years or donated by people anxious to ensure the information and knowledge is kept safely, locally, for future generations.

Among our society’s collection is a large ledger which recorded all the sales made by one of the local brick makers Henry Hyne and his son Leo. The ledger lists all his sales – initially timber and nails – from 1885 through to 1903.

Each customer has his/her own page which is carefully listed in the index at the front. To us this is enormously important as it can help us date when certain buildings were erected.

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back Sue Thompson

Lilydale and District Historical Society president Recently we were able to present this information before a panel hearing on a property which clearly demonstrated when the building was erected and of course where the bricks came from.

The 1880s and 1890s was a time of massive change in Lilydale.The early 1880s were a

Horrifically unnecessary Directed by David Gordon Green, The Exorcist: Believer is a competent but grossly unnecessary horror sequel.

Single father Victor (Leslie Odom Jr.) arranges an exorcism after his daughter Angela (Lidya Jewett) and her friend Katherine (Olivia O’Neill) are possessed by a demon.

As with Green’s Halloween sequel trilogy, Believer shows a strong command of character and dialogue (no doubt carried over from Green’s comedy roots). The performances are universally solid, Jewett and O’Neill are ghastly troopers as the possessed children, and the film features plenty of anticipatory chills, skincrawling unease and macabre terror. However, Believer suffers from diluted focus and a lack of originality. Certain callbacks to the iconic 1973 Exorcist, such as the green vomit and 360-degree head spin, are well-executed, but Ellen Burstyn is crowbarred in as Chris McNeill for little more than legacy clout.

At its core, The Exorcist was a battle be-

boom time while the late 1880s was the onset of a depression and the plummeting of land and property prices. Like the rest of the state, Lilydale re-bounded in the 1890s and this was reflected in the many new buildings erected.

One of Hyne’s major clients was David Mitchell and linking the ledger with pages from the Lilydale Express we can establish what the bricks were used for – kilns, buildings and drainage and residential projects.

The ledger also shows the development in brick production. Early sales were in small batches of one or two hundred delivered every few days as they were hand made using small wooden moulds.

Later, Hyne converted to steam brick making and through much trial and error, invented and patented machinery for making bricks so

his production increased as did the delivery frequency.

Hyne, who came to the Lilydale region looking for gold in the Upper Yarra, soon settled in Lilydale on the corner of Anderson and Main streets, the site of the present Hyundai car dealer.He was an engineer and inventor and was soon also making agricultural pipes for drainage.

His pipes were installed at the de Castella and the de Pury families’ vineyards and in the Mildura and Riverina irrigation areas. Other products included roof tiles, ridge tops and finials.

For more information, read our Bricks by the Million book available from our website shop at www.lilydalehistorical.com.au for $5.00.

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tween the possessed child Regan, her desperate mother and two priests; Believer is crammed full of characters, most of whom are thinly-developed, which splits our focus too far. Moreover, Katherine has very little development compared to Angela.

The Exorcist: Believer is playing in most Victorian cinemas, but I recommend the original or the outstanding Exorcist III from 1990.

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Thriller set in Tasmania takes inspiration from the past A review of Blackwater by Jacqueline Ross,

by Christine Yunn-Yu Sun Blackwater, by Melbourne-based author Jacqueline Ross, is a psychological thriller bordering horror story set in contemporary Tasmania.

Specifically, it is situated in the Tasman Peninsula, with Port Arthur being the first European settlement there.

While the story is inspired by the peninsula’s dark past as a penal colony, it draws our attention to a relatively less explored part of this history – the convict women and the so-called “female factories”.

The story is perhaps influenced by Dephne du Maurier’s 1938 Gothic novel Rebecca – with a twist Here, the first-person narrator Grace, heavily pregnant, accompanies her husband

PASSION FOR PROSE WITH CHRISTINE SUN King to visit his dying father. Also residing in the dilapidated and ominously named family home “Blackwater’’ is King’s eccentric twin sister Ruth.

Grace waits for King to put the property

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on the market after his father’s death, but stories of mysterious deaths and disappearances throughout the history of the house begin to emerge among the locals. Worse, King starts developing bizarre behavioural and psychological patterns. Even more frightening is Ruth’s increasing hostility towards Grace and her unborn child.

“A baby will never be born at Blackwater.” As Grace desperately tries to protect her baby, we cannot help but wonder whether the house is haunted.

The author does a fine job depicting the sad legacy of Tasmania’s “female factories”, making it reasonable to assume that, like radiation residues, all that misery and suffering would surely have some impact on the physical surroundings.

We are therefore reminded of classic Gothic/ horror novels such as Henry James’s The Turn of the Screw, Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, Stephen King’s The Shining, and even Susan Hill’s The Woman in Black.

However, as described by novelist Charlotte Northedge via The Guardian, houses are such a central part of our lives, “to the extent that a new genre of domestic noir has emerged in the last decade, as writers explore fears around home ownership, family breakdown and marital disharmony”.

Northedge quotes horror author Joe Hill as saying: “Houses aren’t haunted – people are.” In Blackwater, Grace, already stressed by her pregnancy, finds herself trapped in an unknown and unwelcome house, surrounded by strangers.

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PROPERTY

CONTEMPORARY NORTH FACING HOME ON 5 ACRES See page 22

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

CONTEMPORARY NORTH FACING HOME ON SPRAWLING 5 ACRES THIS impressive residence offers contemporary luxury with minimalist design on a no through road surrounded by larger properties.

Positioned perfectly North facing with an expansive view this property is a rare find.

Consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan living, and laundry.

There is ample space and storage for comfortable family living and the kitchen with stone benchtops also comes complete with a large walk in pantry and scullery neatly integrated into the service area of the home.

Some of the many features double linen cupboard, built in study nook, LED lighting, wood heating, ceiling fans, include built-in robes, offering convenient storage solutions, while the master bedroom boasts a large walkin robe and a stylish en suite. The home also comes complete with commercial grade double glazed windows to take advantage of the uninterrupted panoramic views.

Adjacent to the home is a 6 x 9m garage with concrete base and power, as well as an undercover breezeway for storage of outdoor equipment.

The open-plan living area is a welcoming space with built-in TV cabinetry and outdoor wired speakers, allowing you to enjoy your favourite music both indoors and on the outdoor undercover entertainment decking. This extends onto the open alfresco custom eco wood decking with exposed beams adding to its architectural charm.

Adjacent to this area, a bluestone-paved outdoor space and vegetable garden adds versatility to your outdoor living options.

Situated on 5 acres of fully fenced land with a 7mgL dam stocked with trout. This property offers ample space for a variety of pursuits.

This is more than just a home; it’s an opportunity to enjoy a lifestyle that blends modern comfort with the beauty of nature in a regional setting.

Don’t miss the chance to experience the unique charm of this property for yourself.

Contact us today to arrange a viewing and discover the incredible lifestyle that awaits you. ●

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TRANQUIL RETREAT ON A QUIET STREET NESTLED proudly on a serene, quiet street, this meticulously presented 3-bedroom home invites you to experience gracious living. This property is ready for you to move in and enjoy, with all the hard work already done.

This residence offers three generously sized bedrooms, each providing ample storage space to accommodate your family’s needs, ensuring comfort and convenience.

The large modern bathroom invites you to unwind and relax in the deep soaking bath, offering a tranquil escape from the world.

As you enter the open-plan living area, the soaring raked ceiling creates a sense of space and grandeur. The generously sized, light-filled kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring quality stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and stunning stone waterfall benchtop. It’s both a functional and stylish centrepiece for the home.

For those who love to entertain, this property is perfect. An outdoor undercover area provides ample space for hosting gatherings with friends and family. The tiered yard is a fantastic play area for kids and animals to safely play.

Car accommodation is plentiful as the property boasts a double carport with attached workshop/studio or teenage retreat offering versatility and convenience, while the massive flat area at the front of the home is the perfect place for your dream shed.

Special features include gas ducted heating, split system heating and cooling, floating floors and a natural colour pallet throughout.

Situated in a peaceful locale, this property is strategically close to all essential amenities while offering beautiful views, a splendid garden, a superb entertainment area, and a turnkey ready interior.

Contact me to arrange a private viewing and make this exceptional property yours. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1 Sunnyside Terrace, EMERALD Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 garage Price: $830,000 - $910,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Riley Nicholas 0488 501 218 and Sue Colic 0421 772 610, BARRY PLANT, EMERALD 24 MAIL

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1 Sheriff Road, Emerald

17 Nettleton Road, Monbulk

3 Emerald Close, Emerald

LIVE THE DREAM IN THE HEART OF EMERALD

LIVE FREE AND EASY ON OVER 11.5 ACRES

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SERENE RETREAT WITH ABUNDANT NATURE DISCOVER the tranquillity of 21 Cornelius Crescent, Healesville - a stunning property nestled on approximately 12 acres of pristine bushland, teeming with native wildlife. This peaceful haven offers a meticulously renovated 2-bedroom house and so much more. If you’re seeking a serene escape with modern comfort and natural beauty, your search ends here.

Step inside this immaculate residence, where no detail has been spared in creating a modern and comfortable living space.

The renovation work showcases a level of craftsmanship that is truly remarkable.

From the sleek and modern kitchen to the luxurious bathroom, every corner of this home exudes quality and style. The bifold doors open up to a generous front deck, providing the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation while taking in the tranquil surroundings.

The cleverly designed study can easily be transformed into an extra bedroom, offering flexibility for your family’s needs. All year round comfort is supplied with the addition

of reverse cycle ducted heating and cooling throughout the home. Imagine waking up to filtered mountain views and the soothing sounds of nature, all from the comfort of your own home.

Outside, the expansive 12 acres of bushland are a nature lover’s paradise.

Explore the bush, observe native wildlife, or simply enjoy the peaceful serenity that surrounds you. A cleared area on the property is perfect for growing your own vegetables or creating a garden oasis. With a double garage and carport, there’s ample space for your vehicles and storage needs or STCA there is plenty of room to build extra shedding. All this is positioned just a 5 minute drive from the town centre on a no through road.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Healesville’s natural beauty, perfectly paired with a top-tier renovation.

Contact us today to schedule your private viewing and experience the serenity of this amazing property. Your peaceful retreat awaits. ●

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LOADS OF CHARM IN THIS HOME SIMPLY move in and unpack, as there is nothing left to do in this gorgeous home.

A spacious and inviting environment with native plantings, stunning mountain views and a very convenient location add to the instant appeal of this property.

The home proudly showcases a large deck where the beautiful northerly views to the mountain range are a magnificent feature of this already lovely home.

Internally you will enjoy quality furnishings, a spacious lounge and dining area with adjacent galley kitchen, great storage and a lovely outlook from your many windows.

The master bedroom has doors to the deck where you can enjoy a nightcap under the stars and offers excellent storage in the walk through robe and into the stylish full ensuite.

The light filled main bathroom services the further 2 spacious bedrooms, which enjoy quality carpets and double built in robes.

Off street parking is in abundance, so bring the caravan, the trailers and the extra cars and still have room for your friends to park when they come to visit.

This is a delightful home that will be a treat to inspect and an absolute joy to live in. ●

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P 5966 2530

3407 Warburton Highway, Warburton

31 Cairncroft Avenue, Launching Place

$670,000- $730,000

14 Alexandra Court, Woori Yallock

P 5967 1277

2457 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction

$770,000-$810,000

Time to unwind and soak in the views!

Entertain in Style and Class all year round

With some of the most sought-after views in the Yarra Valley, this beautifully presented 3 bedroom brick home, set on a glorious allotment of over 1/2 an acre (2016sqm) will certainly entice you.

A magical feature of this property is the large rear deck that offers a special space to entertain or to simply sit and gaze off into the vast mountain spectacular in front of you.

Beautifully maintained gardens surround the property and other features include a crackling wood heater for the cold winters and split system air conditioning for the heat of summer, solar, lots of off street parking, a single carport and a large lock up garage.

All set in a no through road just a few hundred metres from the entrance to the iconic Warburton Trail.

Situated in peaceful, picturesque semi rural surrounds and with sensational Yarra Valley views to admire it’s a place you won’t want to leave. The home is superbly presented inside and out and offers 3 great size bedrooms all with built in robes and a luxurious main bathroom. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ever changing Valley views from the spacious family/living room, plus an additional meals/dining area, the kitchen will impress with modern up to date appliances and quality fixtures and fittings with ample bench and cupboard space. Outside is an entertainers paradise where you can entertain in style all year round with a huge covered entertaining area. Loads of car accommodation with a double carport and separate lock up garage. A fantastic well looked after home, with great views and situated in a very sought after area, it’s a great place to call home.

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Peace and Privacy, mudbrick home on 15 picturesque acres

Views with space, peace and privacy

Escape to a truly unique haven, nestled amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the bush and wildlife, where your dream of a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle becomes a reality. This extraordinary property, spanning approximately 15 acres, offers the perfect blend of serenity, established gardens, and equestrian enthusiasts’ paradise. The property is already set up for horse lovers, several paddocks with post and rail fencing, two spacious stables featuring rubber flooring, solar lights, and automatic water systems. Enjoy a 20x40 metre horse arena equipped with sprinklers, ensuring the best training conditions for your equine companions. A charming mud brick home boasting four bedrooms and an inviting sun-filled conservatory ideal for entertaining. Don’t miss your chance to make this remarkable property yours.

Nestled at the end of a quiet street this neat and picturesque property offers a peaceful lifestyle.

The home features 3 good sized bedrooms all with built in robes plus a semi ensuite effect in the main bedroom and a bonus optional loft storage/bedroom/study or games room. Spacious open plan living/family rooms with sensational views of the valley and mountain vista, the kitchen is well appointed with ample bench and cupboard space including a separate meals/dining area.

Outside is a gardeners delight with an array of established trees and flowering shrubs, the terraced and paved back yard is the ideal spot to entertain and enjoy the peace and serenity. Ample car accommodation with a sealed driveway and large carport with separate garden shedding, a superb home for the growing family situated in picturesque and colourful surrounds.

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3407 Warburton Highway, Warburton

225 Big Pats Creek Rd, Big Pats Creek

$850,000 - $935,000

2457 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction

23 Rupert Road, East Warburton

$700,000-$770,000

Stunning home in peaceful location with its own creek

Character Californian Bungalow

Surrounded by majestic trees and with a spring fed permanent creek running through, this is Yarra Valley living at its best. Set on 1 & 1/2 acres approximately in the most picturesque setting is this beautifully renovated home. The recent renovation means almost everything in the home is brand new and never used. This includes new carpets in the four large bedrooms and all new fixtures in the two well equipped bathrooms. There’s two large living areas, one on each level, both with beautiful new hardwood flooring. The brand new kitchen is well appointed with stainless steel appliances including large 5 burner stove, rangehood and dishwasher. A complete repaint inside and out tops off the stunning presentation. Just 5 minutes from cafes and shops of Warburton Main Street along the Yarra River with an abundance of tracks for walking or riding.

An Original Californian Bungalow home on almost 1500sqm, a 1940’s style home just oozes charm.

Timber floors, sash windows, high ceilings, a gorgeous classic window seat in the main living area, French doors which open out to the formal dining, pretty as a picture. The kitchen is light and bright with lots of bench and cupboard space for the chef in the family and flows onto the warm sunny family room which opens out to the deck overlooking the large grassy back yard. 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom which is very neat and bursting with character. Creature comforts include wood heating and split systems for all round comfort. A double garage, greenhouse, veggie garden completes this picture. Set in a quiet location just minutes walk to the Yarra river, local primary school and the bustling streets of the Warburton Township.

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Full of much love and over 35 years of happiness, this beautiful home is now being offered to a lucky new family to enjoy. The pretty as a picture home has a French provincial vibe and offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a gorgeous lounge and a kitchen to tug at your heart strings, a dining room that has a built-in buffet with excellent storage for all of your special crockery and French doors leading outside to your lovely gardens. The master bedroom is privately ensconced away from the further 3 bedrooms, through French doors off the lounge, and has a lovely full ensuite to enjoy, walk in robe, views to the mountains and even a fancy chandelier. Other features include natural gas ducted heating, split system heating and cooling, a 2-year-old solar system, double carport, ceiling fans in the bedrooms, and in walking distance to the local primary school. Call now!

This captivating property is set to tug on your heart-strings. Inside polished timber floors, high ceilings and decorative features just start the picture of what living in this home will truly be like. A beautiful country kitchen showcases ample bench and storage, 900ml country cooker, dishwasher and a beautiful outlook through your casement windows, this space is divine! There are three generous and pretty bedrooms, the master has direct access to the gorgeous main bathroom and provides triple robes. A stunning bathroom, where you will love the pedestal basin, and the bath to soak in after a day pottering in the garden. Outside there’s a lock up workshop & double carport tucked behind a remote roller door and privacy fencing, the corner block creating a wonderful space to use and enjoy every square meter of the 693m2 block!

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“DEGANWY’ - A HOME ON THE FOREST’S EDGE IN an idyllic Hills location, only a short walk to Belgrave’s bustling main street and train station whilst peacefully positioned on the edge of the Sherbrooke Forest, ‘Deganwy’ is ready and waiting to be restored to its former glory. A wonderful project for those looking for a renovator, this brick veneer home boasts three bedrooms with an overall spacious floorplan and with a lick of paint and some cosmetic construction would see this home transform into a comfortable family property.

A stunning, wrap around patio shows the beautiful era of the home giving you a taste of the character and charm this home provides.

Reverse cycle air-conditioning / heating plus a Nectre wood heater have been added for convenient temperature control year round.

Situated on a near flat, 1/3 of an acre block,

you will discover established gardens, an 8 panel solar power connected to the grid, solar hot water, a greenhouse plus three water tanks (mains water also available) – The perfect opportunity to be as close to off grid as you can be!

A double garage acts as great storage / workshop for those who like to tinker on their latest hobby and easy access driveway is perfect for loads of parking.

Two street access with a “straight through” driveway.

Enjoy the easy stroll to Killik or Macawber Tavern for a Sunday afternoon catch up with friends, or take a walk through one of the many magical trails within the adjoining Forest setting - The choice is yours! A walk through this beautiful property is simply a must. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1 Cole Avenue, BELGRAVE Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 garage Price: $720,000 - $780,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Rachel Eastwood 0401 117 761 or Sharyn Chandler 0439 882 442, CHANDLER & CO REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE FAMILY HOME STEPS FROM TOWN SITUATED in prime position and spectacular inside, this impressive family home is the ideal blend of convenience and comfort. Held by the same family for 36 years and now ready for new owners to move right in, this is the Dandenong Ranges lifestyle you’ve been waiting for.

Walk to Upwey township and train station from this home’s landscaped 2,005sqm (approx.) allotment. Highlights including a double carport, silver birch grove, fernery, paddock, open and covered patio, and terraced lawn create an established feel and leafy outlooks from every window.

The architecture of this residence affords a wow-factor moment from your first step in from the covered verandah. Double-storey cathedral ceilings and a wall of windows saturate the living area with natural light while relaxing in front of the open wood fire in cooler months is the only place you will want to be. On the upper level, the dining area, family room, and newly refurbished kitchen with shaker cabinets, Germania 900mm cooker, and Miele dishwasher all capture exquisite elevated views through the lower level gable windows.

Enviable accommodation is also provided with 3 generous bedrooms on offer. The family bedrooms feature quality carpet, floor to ceiling windows, and built-in robes.

They share a stylish bathroom with soaking tub. The main bedroom is equally appealing while also enhanced with a walk-in robe and modern shower ensuite. Add to this an updated laundry with ample storage, linen storage, gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, and an under-house storeroom/ workshop, and this prized family home is guaranteed to provide exceptional liveability.

Designed for houseproud buyers in a pocket position rich with local history, this property promises to impress. Plan your viewing today.

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63 Glen Harrow Heights Road, BELGRAVE BEAUTIFUL HOME BACKING ONTO PARKLAND

$960,000 - $1,050,000 5A3B2C

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This exquisite rammed earth residence offers elevated comfort and a premier Dandenong Ranges location backing onto Sherbrooke Forest Circuit and Coles Ridge Walking Track.

Set upon a splendid 1,899sqm (approx.) allotment with sealed drive, oversize double garage, and large outdoor entertaining area, this is a rare offering in a revered locale.

With a desirable location only 750m from cafes, shopping, and Upwey Station, this 2,015sqm (approx.) property has the potential to be a very profitable investment. Already adorned with a residence ready for rental or renovation plus exclusive NRZ2 zoning for subdivision (STCA), this is an exceptional opportunity in an outstanding lifestyle location.

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1 Station Street, BELGRAVE START A NEW HILLS LIFESTYLE HERE

$730,000 to $760,000 3A1B2C

Start your new Hills lifestyle in prime position within walking distance of bus transport, Tecoma Station, Belgrave township, and Belgrave Outdoor Pool at this charming Western red cedar residence. Set upon an elevated 1,772sqm (approx.) allotment to afford an under-house double garage, this welcoming home is a wonderful addition to any property portfolio.

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106/1172 Burwood Highway, UPPER FERNTREE GULLY

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On the fringe of the Dandenong Ranges National Park and with the famous 1000 Steps almost at your front door, this beautifully presented apartment gives you the best of both worlds – A city living feel with convenience and within a friendly Hills community.

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A lifetime of achievements

By Ian Milgate Who in their lifetime can say that they have won 90 Championships over 45 years in their chosen sport?

Only a legend and that legend is Beryl Ayres from the Healesville Bowling Club.

Beryl’s first Championship was in 1971 and her last Championship only a few years ago in 2020.

Beryl’s achievements 1995 State Title Championships Group Winner 1996 State Title Championships Group Winner 2005 State Title Championships Zone Winner 1992 State Title Championships (Last 8 in the Country Section) At a club Level Beryl was invincible winning year after year and becoming a Life Member in 1996.

Her Club Championships included Ladies Club Handicap Champion Pairs 2019 -2020 Ladies Champion of Champions 8 times between1978- 2007 Ladies State Singles Champion 7 times between1981 -2006 Ladies Club Champion Singles 31 times between 1971 -2015 Ladies Club Champion Pairs 12 times between1992- 2015 Ladies Club Handicap Champion Singles 16 times between1974- 2000 Ladies State Pairs Champion 3 times between1995 - 2003 Ladies MV Singles Champion 4 times between1997- 2007 Ladies MV Pairs Champion 4 times between1974 -1994 As well as this remarkable achievement,

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Local dignitaries, Aaron Violi, Cindy McLeish, Jim Child and Fionia McAllister, showed up to the opening event to celebrate together.

Healesville Bowls Club has opened a new pavilion named after club legend Beryl Ayres.

Pictures: SUPPLIED Beryl also won several Golf and Tennis Championships during her younger years.

Beryl pulled on a football jumper when Women’s football was unheard of.

As the greatest lawn bowler that has played for the Healesville Bowling Club and the name Beryl Ayres will be remembered forever, as its newly renovated pavilion is named after her, ‘The Beryl Ayres Pavilion’.

Aaron Violi, Cindy McLeish, Jim Child and Fionia McAllister joined the opening of Beryl Ayres Pavilion.

It means a lot to the Healesville Bowling Club, and of course Beryl, who wonders ‘What’s all the fuss about’ and to her son Robert who

The opening event took place on Saturday 14 October.

thinks the world of his mother and is forever grateful for naming the pavilion after her.

Many tradesmen and volunteers put the wonderful effort of restoring the old unused Club House to what will now be the Beryl Ayres Pavilion.

The pavilion will be a focal point on Pennant days to sit and watch the games and have a light refreshment.

The opening of the green for the start of the 2023-24 Pennant season was also a great success with one of our eldest life members, Ted Upton rolling down the jack and Beryl assisted by her son Robert to roll down the first bowl of the season.

Corporate Bowls is starting again on Wednesday night the 25th. of October for all our local business people to compete in the Charles Hort Memorial trophy.

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There are still several spots to fill so if anyone is interested in putting a team together, please call Effie from the Healesville Bowling Club at 0432258493.

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Plenty of action on field · Wandin top scorer: James Oakley with 27 · Best bowling figures: Leigh Curwood 4/28 off

By Bryce Edwards Wandin Women’s vs Kilsyth On the high of last week’s win against Mooroolbark, Wandin’s women’s cricket team was excited to go into round 2 facing previous Bgrade team Kilsyth.

Wandin knew it was going to be a challenging game but were ready to give it their all.

The weather had held off at Pinks Reserve and both teams were ready for an exciting game of cricket.

Captain Olivia Edwards won the toss and elected to bat.

Wandin were off to a slower-than-usual start, but they did not let it define their batting innings. With good communication and hard work between the wickets, Wandin finished with a total of 85 runs.

Jess Trembath opened the batting and held her wicket very well for the team, sticking it out to the 15th over. Other opener Charlotte Edwards made 19 to then be dismissed after absolutely smoking it back to the bowler and getting caught out by an amazing catch. Belinda Cuddon played some crafty shots and made a handy 6 runs.

Skipper Olivia Edwards came in at 6 and batted beautifully making a very handy 24 off 26 lifting the teams’ spirits up to go out and defend a total of 85.

Wandin knew it was going to be a big challenge to defend the score as they usually make scores in the 100s but the women’s team has been working very hard on their bowling and fielding and knew they could do it.

The field was set, Gayle Burgi was ready behind the stumps and Wandin was ready.

Olivia Edwards had the new pill and first ball, wicket! Olivia had clean-bowled their opening batsmen on the first delivery of the innings. What a way to start!

The energy was high Wandin knew this challenge was definitely within reach.

Emma Curwood took the ball next and balled a tidy over to really put the pressure on Kilsyth’s batters. They had 86 runs to make but Wandin had nothing to lose.

Runs began to slow down and pressure was building more and more.

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Charlotte Edwards bowled stump to stump and ended her spell on 2-18 off 4.

First gamers Niina Lazarus and Alannah Peet proved that they were a very important key the the team after their amazing bowling, making it very hard for Kilsyth to score.

Charlotte Edwards gave the ball back to skipper Olivia Edwards to bowl the last over of the game.

Kilsyth needed 2 runs off 6 balls and the pressure was on.

With the first two dot balls of the over 2 off 4 was needed for Kilsyth.

A flukey leg bye slipped away and the scores were even, Wandin gave everything in themselves to keep the scores level.

1 run off 3 balls left, Edwards bowled another scary dot bowl.

1 off 2, and it was another wicket!

Edwards cleanly took the stumps out sending a fresh batter in to face the last ball.

All weather battled at Warburton Golf Club

Picture: ON FILE 1 run off 1 ball was needed.

Wandin were ready for the drop and run so the field was brought in, the energy was high from Wandin and everyone was ready.

Edwards bowled perfectly and as predictable we saw a drop and run, straight to Dionne Wilson.

Wilson fiercely attacked the ball, effortlessly picked it up and took the bails off.

Dionne defended the draw with an amazing runout.

Wandin were so proud of the draw, after producing a smaller total with the bat Wandin’s pressure with the ball and attack in the field was what kept the game to a draw.

It was amazing day for Wandins women and was something to be proud of.

Keeping a former B-grade team to 85 runs was an amazing accomplishment Wandin 1st XI 10/144 (39.3 overs) were defeated by North Ringwood 7/148 (35.1)

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By Ron Hottes Wednesday 11 October, Stroke and M. McGrann Bag-day qualifier: Oh, what a difference a week makes in relation to Melbourne’s unpredictable weather patterns. This week, under glorious blue skies, and with not a breath of wind, you just knew that glorious scores would follow.

Luckily, for Matt Maloney, the golfing gods decided that he would be the one player, in a field of 45, who would return that glorious result, a Nett 64, which bettered the rest of the field by 4 clear shots.

Great job, Matt, surely that handicap system will catch up with you shortly.

This day’s runner-up was none other than Merrilyn McDonald, with an impressive Nett 68. (Remind Alan that you have the bragging rights for now, M.M.) Balls only extended to Nett 71. NTP winners were as follows: Mario De Vincentis (3rd), Ron Wilson (5th), Junior Garside (9th) and David Hatt (15th).

Twilight: As this Twilight season gets into full swing, scores should be impressive as each week passes by. But under wet skies, and turning quite cold in comparison to recent golf days, the scores were impressive, but not outstanding. The winner this time was Clinton Toohey, with a solid 20 points for the front-nine holes. But, as impressive as that result was, Clint only won on a countback from Simon Spenceley, who also recorded a 20-point round. The ball rundown reached 18 only. No NTPs were recorded on this day.

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Warburton Golf Club results. Picture: ON FILE Saturday 14 October, 4-Person Ambrose and Back-to-Warby day: Although a disappointing field of 60+ contested this annual event, the competition was still fierce for the great prizes on offer, (mainly Titleist products) and without a doubt the fiercest of the competing groups, consisted of Darryl Ward, Rob Ferguson, Geoff Sharp and Josh-Hin, who posted a very competitive Nett 52.87, to win the day easily.

The next best result, and earning them some handy runner-up prizes was Peter Whitehead, Paul Osbourne, Ken White and Matt Maloney, their score coming in at a Nett 55 flat. No ball rundown happened in this comp, but the host of NTP winners were as follows: Kevin Bargar (3rd), guest Ashley Crow (5th), Ryan Wilson (9th), ‘Bomber’ Campbell (12th) and Aaron Henderson (15th). There were 2 longest-drive prizes included, and these were taken home by Clinton Toohey (A-Grade) and to Shane Ford (B-Grade.)

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Wandin 2nd XI v Kilsyth 3rd XI Wandin would travel to Kilsyth, lose the toss and be sent into bat, the first twenty overs would be evenly poised at 3/74, but with two quick wickets after the break, Kilsyth would be happy with the state of play.

With a quick-fire 60-run partnership between Galvin and Kogleman, Wandin would set a reasonable total of 10/172.

J Smith 4/20 was the pick of the Kilsyth bowlers.

Galvin 43 and Painter 35 would top score for the visitors.

A steady start from the Kilsyth openers saw the score on 48 before a Jackson Kneebone double strike would give Wandin some belief, with M Watson 80 controlling one end through most of the innings which nullified some good bowling from Wandin and led his side to a 4 wicket win with 5 overs to spare Jackson Kneebone 3/39 and J Galvin 2/19 would be the wicket-takers.

Wandin 3rd XI vs Chirnside Park Chirnside Park got off to a great start as Wandin could only field nine players, only losing their first wicket at 136 after 30 overs.

Chirnside Park finished with 3/168 after a great effort by Wandin to contain them.

Jack Dowthwaite took 2/22 off seven overs and Blake Chrisfield 1/24 off seven overs.

Going in to bat, Wandin was a chance.

However, falling to 4/35 after 13 overs made things hard.

From there, they then fell to 6/37 off 19 overs.

Wandin planned to keep Chirnside Park out in the field and not get bowled out, finishing 6/81. Great effort all day from the team.

Jack Dowthwaite 17 not out and Matthew Owens 22 not out were the best batters for Wandin.

A great effort from Jack Dowthwaite with the ball and bat.

The Warburton Bowls Club Summer Pennant Season commences this Saturday October 21.

The Burras are looking forward to more overall improvement this Pennant Season across all teams with several promising younger players coming through.

The Weekend Competition sees Warburton 1 playing Lilydale 2 away and Warburton 2 playing Healesville 1 at home in Round 1.

The Midweek Competition commences on Tuesday October 24 th with a game at home against Upwey Tecoma 1.

The final practice match last Saturday saw the Burras play their friends from UpweyTecoma BC across all rinks. It was a great hitout leading up to the start of this coming week.

The popular Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Triples Competition (sponsored by Pro-

fessionals Yarra Valley Real Estate) commences on November 8 with a full fixture of 16 teams participating.

The Social Bingo Nights, leading up to the Barefoot Bowls, commenced last Wednesday Night at the clubrooms with all who attended, experiencing an enjoyable evening of fun, food, great prizes and entertainment. Thanks to new members, Aimee Dostie and Mat Stoessiger, for their wonderful coordination of this social activity.

It was great to see a couple of the new Barefoot Bowls teams having a roll-up and practice on the green before the Bingo commenced.

The Social Bingo Nights will continue on October18 and 25 and November 1 from 6.30pm.

Come along and join in the fun.

Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with excellent numbers regularly participating.

Warburton Bowls Club is keen for the season’s start.

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SPORT

Healesville braves cold

By Chris Handasyde Healesville 4-111 defeated Mt Evelyn · U12-4: 3/78 Driving through the rain to Mt Evelyn, not many of the U12 team thought they would get a game in. But at 5pm the skies cleared and a full game was had albeit under lights. Mt Evelyn batted first and Healesville’s tight lines made it hard to score, limiting them to 3/78 off the 23 overs, the wicket-takers Kael Senti 1/5, Ahren Wicker 1/6 and Jackson Lehman 1/9 helped by a couple of sharp catches in the field by Mika Kerst and Ben Hunter behind the stumps. The batting started well with Louis Keath (20*) and Ryder Hudson (15) getting the team to 47 off the first 6 overs, it was a steady grind for the next 17 overs with smart running between the wickets getting the team to 4/111.

Another great team performance.

U12-9: Cancelled due to weather U14-3: Healesville 5/57 defeated by Ainslie Park 4/102 Batting first, Healesville found it tough to score freely due to tight bowling and fielding

by Ainslie Park. Three of Healesville’s batters reached the 25-ball retirement milestone (Raff Morcombe 9*, Harry Duff 7*, Ben Hunter 5*) as they clawed away to 5/57 off 25 overs. Ainslie Park batted with intent reaching 4/102, James Howden 1/7, Ben Hunter 1/2 Bram Tesseyman 1/7, Raff Morcombe 1/7 were the wicket takers.

U14-7: Healesville 68 defeated by Heatherdale 3/107 Bowling first the start of the game was a real arm wrestle with tight bowling but unable to get wickets. Some late hitting pushed Heatherdale up to 3/107 off 25 overs. A Simmons, K Senti and A Morcombe were Healesville’s wicket takers and Harry Thomas took 2 catches.

The run chase struggled to gain momentum as we were bowled out in 20 overs for 68. A Simmons and Harry Thomas (13) batted well and Summer Caldicott was out there for 25 balls to make 8.

U16-4: Healesville 6/104 defeated by Wonga Park 1/114 Healesville batted first and got off to a great start with the top order all contributing (E Prentice 21*, Sam Drummond 12*, Bailey Rutley 13). Posting a competitive total of 6/104 from 25 overs and with Eli Prentice getting an early wicket it was game on. Wonga Park batters proved difficult to get out with 5 reaching the 25-ball retirement milestone. Wonga Park got over the line in a tight match.

Seniors 1st XI: Healesville 5/178 defeated Wonga Park 177 Wonga Park elected to bat first at Queens Park and got off to a flyer with aggressive bat-

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Healesville’s U14 team geared up for a chilly Saturday morning. ting. Mitch Tampaline 2/26 off 8 bowled well and Kris Anderson 3/40 ensured there was a constant flow of wickets. Wonga Park remained aggressive and when Luke Chandler 3/14 cleaned up the tail the run chase was 178 to win. The run chase didn’t start well with a wicket in the 1st over but Josh Handasyde (63) and Ryan Webster (27) steadied the innings.

Some great batting late by Michael Jackson (20 off 18 balls) and Luke Chandler (38* off 26 balls) sealed the victory with 3 overs to spare.

Seniors 2nd XI: Healesville 9/158 defeated by Lilydale 5/159

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With the late withdrawal of captain Scott Fawdry with a back injury, Matt Kellalea came in for his first game for the club. Healesville batted first but lost wickets regularly from one end to be 5/90. Max Wallace was digging in (61*) and Darcy English (18) proved good support as the Bloods climbed to 9/158 from 40 overs. The youngsters bowled well (Darcy English 1/17, Brodie Grace 2/23) and with support from Matt Kellalea 2/32 and Allan Pearce 1/26.

But with 3 overs to spare the Lilydale batters proved too strong with D Barker launching 5 sixes on his way to 47*

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· Seniors 3rd XI: Cancelled due to ground conditions · Seniors 4th XI: Healesville 106 defeated by Montrose 5/189 Cooper Bell and Megan Schelfhout took the new ball for Healesville and each got a wicket but some strong batting from Montrose has Healesville on the back foot. Zach Coleman 2/24 showing he will be valuable this season.

With a big score to chase Owen Morcombe (24) and Zack Coleman (21) were the top scorers as Healesville were bowled out for 106.

Busy month

By Anita Prowse Saturday freshmans ran despite chilly, wet weather.

Thanks to Tilly from Takeoff Showjumps for the added challenge of a water tray fence and printed filler. Great to have these fences involved for an extra challenge.

Sunday saw the October rally ride and a few Dressage tests as an intra-club competition.

Next Sunday is the Upper Yarra Pony Club Formal, starting at 1pm for all friends and families.

The Upper Yarra Adult Riders ‘Dressage In The Valley’ is the following weekend running over both days, 27 and 28 october.

Upper Yarra Pony Club’s next Saturday Freshmans is on 4 November.

Yarra Valley Horse Show program has now been released, five rings running, pre entries are available at Event Secretary from Monday October 16, there will be a Best Performed OTT and Best Performed Standardbred award sponsoredby the respective Associations. Also a Junior and Senior Pony Club Highpoint awards.

Yarrambat Pony Club are running its Horse Trials October 21 and 22.

Plenty on to compete in and spectate at in the Valley. mailcommunity.com.au

Lots going on for horse riders.

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