The magic of ice skating will arrive in Wyndham for the first time this winter. A pop-up ice skating rink will be set up in Wyndham Cultural Centre car park during the school holidays.
The rink will be fully-enclosed and available for use in all weather. It will be open for 10 days from July 4-13, with opening hours from 10.30am to 8.30pm.
Wyndham council said the pop-up ice skating rink was being held in place of this year’s Winter Street Party.
Mayor Mia Shaw said the pop-up rink would provide fun for all ages.
“There’ll be fun themed skating sessions, DJ tunes and delicious winter food on offer from local businesses.
“Whether you’re a seasoned skater or a beginner, it’s a great chance to embrace the season and create some new memories with family and friends.”
Ice skating tickets, which includes skate hire and learn to skate equipment, cost $5 for kids, $10 for adults and $25 for a family of four. Details: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ iceskate
Crime rises, again
By Tara Murray
Crime continues to rise in Wyndham, increasingby28.5percentinthe12months to March, latest data reveals.
According to Crime Statsitcis Agency data, there were were 24,232 criminal offences in the 12 months to March, up from 18,1859 offences 12 months prior.
Across the state, the increase in criminal offences was 17.1 per cent.
Only the City of Melbourne, Casey and Greater Geelong had more offences than Wyndham in the year to March.
The increase in offences in the year to March follows a 23.7 per cent rise recorded
in the year to December.
The rise in crime in Wyndham has promptedhomeownersinthreeWyndham suburbs to band together to fund private security patrols of their housing estates.
Currently, private security companies patrol parts of Manor Lakes, Wyndham Vale and Mambourin.
Wyndham council is also considering funding a private security trial of Truganina. Councillors were set to vote on whethertoincludefundingforthesecurity patrol in council’s 2025-26 budget on Tuesday night after deadline.
According to the Crime Statistics Agency, Truganina recorded the fifth
highest number criminal offences in the municipality in the 12 months to March (1624). Werribee had the most criminal offences (4474) followed by Tarneit, Hoppers Crossing and Point Cook.
MorethanafifthofallcrimeinWyndham is related to theft of a motor vehicle or theft from a motor vehicle.
About a third of all thefts from cars related to the theft of number plates.
Wyndham Local Area Commander
Acting Inspector Jess Boyle said local and specialised police units continue to patrol hotspots in Wyndham to detect and deter offences. “There are also simple measures the community can take to prevent falling
victim – always lock your car, remove valuables, never leave your car unattended while running, and where possible, park off the street,” she said.
“If you are a victim of crime, we implore you to report this to the police as soon as possible, giving us the best opportunity to retrieve evidence and solve the case.”
Acting Inspector Boyle said police encouraged people to fit anti theft screws on their number plates.
When asked about extra resources for the Wyndham area, Acting Inspector Doyle said police were continuing to work local council to bolster crime prevention measures.
Ice skater Lotus, 15, can’t wait for the pop-up rink to open. (Ljubica Vrankovic) 482530_04
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Mayor defends funds plan
By Laura Michell
Wyndham council’s plan to use leftover developer contribution funding from Point Cook for a community events space – which might be built outside the suburb – has been defended by mayor Mia Shaw.
During council’s March 25 meeting, nine of the city’s 11 councillors backed council exploring opportunities to build a large multi-purpose events space for residents using the unrestricted residual funds from the former Point Cook developer contributions.
Councillors Jasmine Hill and Susan McIntyre objected to the proposal, call-
ing for the money to be used in Point Cook instead.
A petition calling for the funds to be spent in Point Cook has handed to council, while Point Cook MP Mathew Hilakari raised the issue in state parliament, labelling the council’s plan a “blatant misappropriation of funds that should be spent on building infrastructure in the areas from where the funds were collected”.
The location and cost of a regional community events space is yet to be determined.
Council has maintained that legal advice states it can determine how and where the residual developer contribu-
tion funds can be spent.
In a statement, Cr Shaw said the majority of councillors thought the establishment of a community events spaces was the best way to spend the residual funds, adding that the centre would benefit all Wyndham residents.
“Our residents are telling us we don’t have a venue for large events, that’s why we’re focussing on this new project,” she said.
Cr Shaw said council received 1206 submissions about its draft 2-25-26 budget, of which 2.5 per cent mentioned the Point Cook developer contributions.
She said that all obligations in Point
Special anniversary show for horse lovers
The Werribee Central Equestrian club will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a special winter show.
The club was founded in July 2005 and is affiliated with the Horse-Riding Club Association of Victoria.
Werribee Central Equestrian club has grown to 48 members since its inception.
Club president Emma Lindell said the club’s success is due to its “promotion of a good culture and friendly environment” with riders coming from both the local area and from far away regions because of “the
club environment we provide”. As well as members the club also receives great support from local Werribee businesses through sponsorship meets and other events.
The club’s rallies are held on the first Saturday or Sunday of each month, with the day alternating each month. These rallies are held at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.
The club’s special winter show for its 20th anniversary will be held on Wednesday, June 25, from 10am to 3pm. The club’s an-
nual winter show is one that Lindell says is “marked on the calendar” and is “very popular among riders across Victoria” with this year’s one proving even more popular due to the special occasion.
Theshowwillbeheldindoors,withmany different categories and awards such as smartest on parade.
“There has been tremendous support from local businesses for this show,” Lindell said, with long time sponsors and founders of the club being invited to celebrate the occasion.
Rotary urges Wyndham students urged to think about peace
Year 5 and 6 students from across Wyndham are being encouraged to enter this year’s Rotary Club of Wyndham Harbour Peace Writing Competition.
The annual competition enocurages students in years 5 and 6 – or equvilavent home-schooled – to think about peace.
The theme for this year’s competition is ‘Your Peace-maker Hero’.
Children are asked to look around their community and identify a person whom they believe creates or maintains peace, think about how the person achieves that, and write about it.
In a statement, Rotary Club of Wyndham Harbour said the world has seen many turbulent changes in recent times, with major warshappeningorthethreatofwarlooming in several parts of the globe.
“Peace is a desirable state of affairs for most of us. However, achieving peace is not easy. How does one work towards peace and how does one build conditions that are conducive to peace? These are important questions, and the answers may begin with creatingpeaceinourownenvironment,”the Rotary club said.
“One of Rotary International’s seven
Cook under the developer contribution plans have been met by council.
“As well as developer contributions, council has invested millions of dollars of its own funds to support facilities and services in Point Cook, including upgrading roads, sporting and community facilities, parks, playgrounds and open spaces,” she said.
“Council has also funded almost $10 million towards the Webster Street Reserve and Brookdale Road master plans, delivering multi-use sporting fields, including ovals for cricket and soccer, a baseball diamond, tennis courts, cricket nets and more.”
Planning begins on sports facility
Planning for a proposed indoor sports facility in Tarneit is now underway following Wyndham council’s decision to award the contract for its design.
Located on Derrimut Road and on the fringe of the future Tarneit Major Town Centre, the facility is expected to cost $60 million and will include several amenities.
Among the amenities will be four indoor multi-use sport courts, four community program rooms, cafe, office areas and associated amenities, including a dedicated parking section.
The design will also consider options for future expansion, including additional indoor courts, gymnastics hall and associated services and amenities, with these options subject to future funding.
Mayor Mia Shaw said when completed, the facility will attract stateof-the-art sports to Tarneit.
“The Tarneit Indoor Sports Facility will provide residents with opportunities to stay fit and healthy, both mentally and physically, and improve social connections within the community,” Cr Shaw said.
“Sport is more than play–it’s empowerment.”
Ideas for the indoor sports centre went through a series of feedback phases from residents last year.
The proposed centre will host targeted programs for community members facing barriers to access and at risk of being physically inactive.
Deputy mayor Josh Gilligan said the project was vital in serving a rapidly expanding catchment.
“As our population continues to grow, so too does demand for critical sporting infrastructure,” Cr Gilligan said.
main focus areas is peacebuilding and conflict resolution. The aim of this competition is to encourage young people to think about such issues and express their ideas.”
The Peace Writing Competition is free to enter and a range of prizes are on offer. The first prise winner will receive $250, with $150 going to second prize and $100 up for grabs for third prize.
Entries are due by Friday, July 25.
Details: https://rotarywyndhamharbour. org.au/content/1671/peace-essay-competition-2025 or projects@rotarywyndhamharbour.org.au
“Projects like this align with council’s goal of establishing an integrated sports facility network across Wyndham that will benefit the physical, mental and social wellness of the whole community.”
He said council will also eventually find other sources of funding to get the project off the ground.
“It’s important to note that a project of this size requires funding from a number of external partners,” he said.
“Progressing the design will put council in good stead when advocating for the funding needed to make this vision a reality.”
Werribee Central Equestrian Club’s Emma Lindell with horse MF Hollywood. (Ljubica Vrankovic) 478569_04
Winter warming coat drive
Membersofawesternsuburbschurchhave donated more than 280 items of winter clothing to help Wyndham and Bacchus Marshresidentstostaywarm.
Catalyst Baptist Church ran a winter warm-up campaign, collecting 283 coats, jacketsandwarmclothing.
The campaign rallied church members and the wider public to take part in a practical effort to ensure no one is left out inthecold.
The donated items will be distributed through Catalyst’s local support networks and partner programs to reach those most inneed.
“Every jacket represents someone who
will now feel warmer, safer and seen this winter.It’sasimplebutpowerfulreminder of what can happen when a community comes together to multiply hope.” Catalyst leadpastorStanRichey.
“We’re grateful for every person who donated, shared, or supported this effort. It’s more than just clothing, it’s dignity, hope,andpracticalloveinaction.“
This was the first year running the campaign under its new name Catalyst Winter Warm-Up, building on the momentum of previous years while expanding the initiative to now include both Catalyst’s Werribee and new Bacchus Marshcampus.
Briefs
Four youths arrested Police have arrested four youths after an allegedly stolen vehicle evaded police. The silver Honda Accord was first sighted on Thomas Carr Road, Tarneit, about 11.55 pm on June 19. Officers attempted to intercept the Honda, but it fled on Geelong Road, Brooklyn. The police air wing then observed the Honda allegedly driving at speed in Yarraville. It is alleged the Honda pulled in behind the rear of a fast-food restaurant on Ballarat Road, Footscray where one of the occupants exited the vehicle. The Honda then travelled city-bound along Ballarat Road, Droop Street and various other streets in Footscray, before turning around and heading back towards Tarneit. Police successfully deployed stop sticks on Derrimut Road, Werribee, where the vehicle came to a stop and all four occupants fled on foot. Two girls and two boys were arrested nearby.
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Catalyst lead pastor Shane Richey. (Supplied)
Place of worship rejected
By Laura Michell
A retrospective application for a place of worship on Tarneit Road in Hoppers Crossing has been rejected by Wyndham council, with mayor Mia Shaw using her casting vote to knock back the proposal.
Non-profit organisation, JET Australia Foundation, lodged a retrospective planning application for a place of worship at the site on the direction of council’s planning investigations team.
The foundation had been using the site as a place of worship since about April 2022 without a permit, a report to the
June 11 Wyndham planning committee meeting stated.
The report stated that the site would accommodate up to 145 patrons and five staff or volunteers at any one time, with operating hours from 8am to 2pm and 4pm to 9pm daily. Up to six special events were also proposed each year, which will allow up to 200 patrons and staff and extended operating hours from 8am to 9pm.
The report also stated that council had received five objections to the permit.
Residents opposing the application addressed the committee meeting, citing concerns about noise from live music,
Volunteer firefighters needed
The Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade is looking to recruit new volunteer firefighters, with about eight to 10 volunteers needed.
Sonia Owen has been a volunteer firefighter at Wyndham Vale for nine years. She said that the job is both rewarding and challenging.
“You learn a lot of new skills from the training and it is nice to be able to help and offer assistance to people during what are potentially some of the worst moments of their lives,” she said.
Ms Owen said she signed up as a volunteer firefighter to give back to the community and become part of a team.
She said she gets a lot of enjoyment out of being a volunteer firefighter due to consistently learning different skills.
“There are always new things to be
learnt and improve at,” she said.
“Right now, I am doing a course on leadership.”
The brigade will host an information night on Thursday, June 26, from 7.30pm at the station at 475 Ballan Road, Wyndham Vale.
Anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter is asked to register their interest via the ‘volunteers and careers’ page on the Country Fire Authority’s website, or by following the link on the Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade’s Facebook page.
Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade volunteers Sonia Owen (front), Bridget Weston, Peter Carr and Reuben Carver. (Damjan Janevski) 483822_01
traffic and overflow parking.
Council officers recommended councillors grant a permit because the application was compliant with the Wyndham Planning Scheme and met car parking guidelines.
However, Cr Shannon McGuire put forward a motion to refuse a permit.
Cr McGuire questioned whether the application was “in the right place, on the right scale”.
He said big developments on Tarneit Road were “problematic”.
“If the cap [on attendees] is not followed, we are looking at a consistent pat-
tern of traffic and parking chaos,” he said.
“There is a real risk here to public safety if there are not enough car parks on site.”
Cr Robert Szatkowski supported the application, stating that it wasn’t “too out of the ordinary”.
“It is very obvious in this city that we are struggling in many ways … to find solutions around places of worship,” he said.
“The truth is there are limited appropriate places for this type of place of worship.”
A vote on the application was tied, with Cr Shaw using her casting vote to refuse the permit.
You’re invited to celebrate
You’re invited to celebrate
10Years of Jubilee
10Years of Jubilee
Join us for a fun-filled day of live music, food trucks, games, and surprises as we celebrate a decade of connection, growth, and community spirit.
Join us for a fun-filled day of live music, food trucks, games, and surprises as we celebrate a decade of connection, growth, and community spirit.
Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come… and all that’s still to come!
Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come… and all that’s still to come! Highlights: Live Entertainment // Food Trucks
We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions
As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re building the Metro Tunnel and its five new underground stations, with three stations now complete. Work is continuing on two stations, and we’re testing trains through the tunnel to make sure they operate smoothly and safely.
While we work, disruptions could affect your travel
Train disruptions: Buses replace trains in both directions
Sunbury Line 23 to 29 June
8.30pm to last train, 30 June 11pm 4 July to 13 July
Watergardens to Sunbury
North Melbourne to Sunshine
Werribee and Williamstown lines 11pm 4 July to 6 JulyNorth Melbourne to Newport and Williamstown
Road disruptions: Closed road, lanes and ramps
Calder Park Drive, Calder Park Late June to late JulyAt the level crossing
West Gate Freeway At times, July and AugustOutbound lanes and ramps
Arden Station
Deadly roads for wildlife
A Victorian Parliamentary inquiry is delving into the impact of wildlife roadstrikes on rescuers and motorists.
In Melbourne’s outer north, Sunbury, Oaklands and Somerton roads have become hotspots for collisions between animals and vehicles, in what wildlife rescuers are describing as “absolute carnage”. Georgia Tacey reports.
Sunbury Road has turned into a graveyard.
Bodyafterbodyofkangaroos,some nothing but bones, others still clinging to life, after vehicles have collided with them.
In Sunbury, one of the highest reported suburbs for wildlife collisions across the state, the situation is well past breaking point.
Local volunteer wildlife rescuer Krysti Severi said she had been called out to the Sunbury area many times, describing Sunbury Road, Oaklands Road and Somerton Road as “absolute carnage”.
“There are definitely other rescuers that justgoforadriveouttothosespecificroads because a lot of (wildlife collisions) there aren’t called in,” she said.
“They just go out there for pouch checks and that nothing on the side of the road is still alive.”
For commuters, she said it’s become traumatic.
“Iknowalotofpeoplethatdrive(Sunbury Road) regularly, it’s a regular commute to work,” Ms Severi said.
“IspoketoaguyandhesaidhehasPTSD from driving that road to work.
“He drives to the airport every day for work. He is tailgated, he is flashed because he’s trying to drive conservatively to stop if anything comes out in front of him.”
It’s a hotspot for wildlife collisions.
In the Hume municipality, there has been a 137 per cent increase in reported kangaroocollisionsoverthepastfiveyears.
Sunbury recorded the highest number of animal collisions in Victoria and the second highest in Australia in 2023, according to analysis from insurer AAMI.
In the past five years, the reported collisions with kangaroos have jumped significantly in Sunbury, from 75 in 2019 to 203 in 2024.
In Hume as a whole, it has massively increasedfrom485in2019 to1150in2024.
Metro Trains also said the Sunbury Line has the highest volume of wildlife collisions with trains across its network.
“You get to a point where you’re like ‘what is happening here? Why is this happening?’” Ms Severi said.
“There are so many bodies out here, and it’sinanareathatifyouconcentrateyou’ve got visual on both sides (of the road).”
Sunbury Road, Oaklands Road and Somerton Road are all 80km/h, which is something Ms Severi wants changed.
Hume council is also seeking to change the speed limit on these roads, with the idea part of council’s submission into state parliament’s Inquiry into Wildlife Roadstrike in Victoria.
The inquiry, chaired by Animal Justice MP Georgie Purcell, will focus on the issue asawhole,throughrelevantlegislationand regulation to monitor wildlife roadstrike, promote driver education and raise public awareness.
It will also examine the involvement, training and expenditure of paid and volunteer rescue and rehabilitative organisations and individuals, as well as any new and emergency technologies and infrastructures to prevent roadstrikes.
The impact on Victorian motorists will also be considered.
“The overworked wildlife sector is burnt outandmanyvolunteersareforcedtowork multiple jobs to self-fund their transport and rescue equipment in order to perform the work,” Ms Purcell said.
“This inquiry will seek ways to support retention and mitigate obvious failings on our road networks, as well as explore new technology, to keep both animals and
motorists safe.”
The pubic, including councils, organisations, rescuers and motorists, was invited to make a submission to the inquiry.
Hume’s submission included nine recommendationsforthestategovernment toconsiderimplementingtohelptheissue.
These included establishing a centralised wildlife population and roadstrike database, the establishment of regional kangaroo management networks, and most notably, to introduce wildlife roadstrike triggers for speed limit reviews.
In its submission, council notes one of the challenges in its municipality is the rapid urban development in suburbs like Sunbury, Craigieburn, Kalkallo, Greenvale and Mickleham.
New housing estates, road networks and commercial zones are being established adjacentorbetweenhistoricalhabitatareas and conservation reserves, disrupting established movement corridors for wildlife.
This leads to habitat fragmentation and land-locking, increased contact between people and wildlife, and higher traffic volumesonnewlyconstructedorexpanded roads near habitat areas, council said.
Currently, new road projects do not have wildlife-sensitive design features, as wildlife movement corridors aren’t identified early in the planning process.
Council said reducing vehicle speed is one of the most effective and immediate measures to lower the likelihood and severity of wildlife collisions, which has formed its recommendation to implement wildlife roadstrike triggers.
Currently, speed reductions are only considered in response to repeated human
There has to be something done in that area because it is an absolute massacre out there
- Krysti Severi
crashes or fatal traffic incidents – not animal collisions.
Councilsaidinitssubmissionitisunable to implement localised speed reductions without meeting the narrow criteria set by the Department of Transport, even when supported by data or community reports.
Ms Severi said it felt like no solution would be reached, adding that she and other wildlife rescuers are fed up.
“There has to be something done in that area because it is an absolute massacre out there,” she said.
“This is getting to a breaking point for the volunteers because we could honestly go out there every single day of the week multiple times a day.”
She hopes change will come soon, so sheand other volunteers can continue the important work they do.
“It’s obviously a lot of emotional baggage we carry around every day.
“We see things that a lot of people shouldn’t have to see. We see things a lot of people wouldn’t even think an animal could suffer that sort of injury and still be alive.
“So support your local volunteers that are out there doing this out of their own pocket and out of their own mental health as well.”
Victorian Kangaroo Alliance president Alyssa Wormald welcomed the inquiry, as well as the recommendations Hume has proposed.
“We desperately need innovative strategies to keep wildlife and motorists safe on our roads, so we look forward to this inquiry producing urgent solutions that value and respect wildlife,” she said.
“We also hope for greater recognition and support for wildlife volunteers who shoulder an immense and traumatic workload responding to victims of wildlife roadstrike.”
To report a sick, injured or orphan native animal across the state, you can call Wildlife Victoria’s 24/7 emergency response service on 8400 7300.
Above: Wildlife rescuer Krysti Severi. Below: A kangaroo hit on Oaklands Road. (Pictures: Supplied)
New chapter of care and fun at Manor Lakes Community
Retired headmaster Robert Renton believes in making the most of the opportunities each new chapter of his life presents.
The 79-year-old lives at Uniting AgeWell Manor Lakes Community and keeps busy by editing publications and books as well as being an environmental lobbyist.
“I’ve been here for the last three years and can honestly say I’m happy and well-lookedafter,”explainsRobert.
“There is simply no way I could cope at home on my own, and the staff here are verykindandconsiderate.”
They certainly are. Take lifestyle coordinator Chithra Subramaniyam for example.
“I’m in a career that matters,” Chithra said. “Each and every day I know that I make a difference in the lives of older people.”
Chithra started out as a volunteer at the site. She loves doing a myriad of exercise and art activities with residents including goingonregularbustripoutings.
Robert is among those who relishes heading out to the museum, art galleries, the beach, Werribee Zoo and for lunch or coffee. Of course, residents also enjoy attending the dinner-dances, concerts and the very popular Happy Hour eveningsheldatthehome.
Dining is another important part of life atManorLakesCommunity. Residentchef Made Widana enjoys preparing meals for residents, ensuring the menu appeals to a variety of tastes and preferences. Made and other chefs across Uniting AgeWell recently showcased their culinary skills at the organisation’s award-winning Masterclass competition, designed to
keep their chefs and kitchen staff at the cutting-edge of food technology while havingsomefunalongtheway. This fun-loving enthusiasm is evident
among residents and staff across the contemporary,light-filledhomeincluding the cosy café serving coffee, cake and companionship.
Whether you’re interested in finding out more about living at Manor Lakes Community,wouldliketojointheteamor evenvolunteercall1300783435.
Lifestyle coordinator Chithra Subramaniyam with Robert.
Club Tarneit is the home of entertainment in the west
Just over 12 months since opening its doors, Club Tarneit is delivering on its promise to bring something new to the west – a vibrant, community-focused hub for entertainment, great food, and genuine connection.
From the outset, Club Tarneit set out to bemorethanjustavenue–andit’sclearthe localcommunityhasembracedthatvision. With a steady stream of events, themed evenings, and inclusive programming, the club continues to evolve in response to what Tarneit wants.
One of the standout successes has been the Morning Melodies series, held on the second Tuesday of every month. These live performances combine nostalgic music withmorningteaandgoodcompany–and numberscontinuetogrowaswordspreads.
July also brings a real highlight to the calendar, with a footy panel like no other.
On Tuesday July 22, Club Tarneit will welcome Geelong legend Billy Brownless, Collingwood premiership star Steele Sidebottom, K-Rock’s Tom King, and current Geelong/ former Werribee player Shaun Mannagh for a night of insight, laughs, and AFL storytelling. Tickets are available now via Eventbrite – and footy fans are urged to book early.
For those chasing winter comfort, Christmas in July brings a classic festive feast to seniors during the week – a delicious two-course meal for just $25, available Monday to Friday.
The weekly line-up at Club Tarneit is equally inviting, with Bingo and Trivia on Wednesdays, the Members Draw on Thursdays, and face-painting and family vibesonFridays.Addinwall-to-wallsports coverage in the Sports Bar and there really is something for everyone.
Looking ahead, there is plenty to look forward to. New bistro menu items are just around the corner. Another footy-themed event is in the works for September and a Neil Diamond tribute show and dinner
is locked in for November 8. Christmas celebrations are already being planned to ensure that the momentum continues into the months ahead.
With locals becoming regulars, and
regulars becoming part of the Club Tarneit family, this is a venue that’s not just in the community – it’s shaped by it. Open10amto1amdaily–experiencethe difference at Club Tarneit.
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Make a handy travel game
Each month, Stephanie Martinez will share an exciting craft project designed to inspire and spark creativity.
Stephanie starred in the first season of Making It on Network 10, where she discovered and ignited her passion for crafting.
JoinStephanieassheexplorestheendless possibilities of crafting and turn everyday materials into something extraordinary.
Tic-Tac-Toe
Materials
Coloured felt (11cm x 30cm)
Thismonth,Stephanieiscreatingatravel Tic-Tac-Toe.
10 buttons in two different colours (5 of each)
Coloured sticky felt Hook and loop spots (e.g velcro dots)
Equipment
Scissors
Double sided tape
Step 1: Cut a piece of coloured felt to measure 11cm x 30cm.
Step 2: Cut two strips of double sided tape, each 12cm long. Lay felt horizontally, then stick the tape along the top and bottom edges on one side. Fold the felt up from the bottom to create a pouch,
Scan the QR code and follow the links for more creative projects.
pressing firmly to stick it in place. The top portion should remain as a flap.
Step 3: Attach a hook and loop spot under the flap to keep your pouch securely closed and easy to open.
Step 4: Cut four thin strips of sticky felt and arrange them on the front of the pouch to form a tic-tac-toe grid - two vertical and two horizontal lines.
Step 5: Pop your buttons inside the pouch for easy storage, and you’re ready to play anytime, anywhere! The pouch keeps everything tidy and travel ready.
Stephanie Martinez.
Start planning for 2026-27
WITH fourteen new ocean itineraries announced by Viking exploring the Mediterranean, United Kingdom, Ireland and Scandinavia in 2026 and 2027 now open for booking, travellers who appreciate cruising at its best are encouraged to book now to avoid missingout.
Viking CEO and Chairman Torstein Hagensaidthecruisesrangedfrom15to36 days and each of the new voyages combine two or more of Viking’s most popular itineraries to allow for more in-depth exploration.
“Vikingguestsarecurioustravellerswho are interested in enriching their lives by exploring and learning about the world,” the CEO said.
“With our destination-focused approach and elegant small ships, our voyages have always been designed to bring guests closer to their destination and provide opportunities for cultural immersion. These new voyages offer even more choices for guests who wish to extend their time abroad with one seamless itinerary.”
With a fleet of small sister ships, Viking offers more than 100 itineraries across all five oceans. Viking’s new ocean voyages visit celebrated cultural capitals, as well as emergingdestinations,throughoutEurope and beyond and include the following: If it’s time to explore the Mediterranean in style, these exciting cruises planned for 2026 and 2027 are perfect to book now.
The Jewels of the Mediterranean: (15 days; Rome roundtrip) – Explore the famed landmarks of Italy, Tunisia, Spain and France and embark on a voyage through the Mediterranean Sea.
See Palermo’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sicily, trace the stunning Amalfi Coast and be immersed in Sardinian culture.
Sail to Tunisia’s vibrant La Goulette, call at historic Valencia, visit glamorous Monte CarloandstrollthestreetsofcolourfulSète with overnights in Barcelona and Florence to allow time to explore more.
Also new is the Gems of the Mediterranean: (15 days; Barcelona roundtrip) – Experience the best of Spain, Italy and France during an incredible 15-day journey. See Valencia’s stunning architecture and the historic sites of La Goulette. Trace the spectacular shores of Sardinia and the iconic Amalfi Coast. Take in the treasured ruins of Rome and stroll the romantic streets of Florence and Pisa. Discover elegant Monte Carlo, picturesque Marseille and wander the colourful, canal-lined walkways of lesser-known
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Resume Help
Wyndham Council is providing resume workshops for young people aged 15-25. Book into a one-on-one session, online or in person, with an education and youth services librarian to get some help crafting your resume and answering interview questions. Sessions run at 9am, several times a week.
resumehelp@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Walking 4 Health Victoria
Walking Football 4 Health Victoria runs at Eagle Stadium every Friday morning between 10-11am. Walking Football is a low-impact, modified version of football where players are required to walk instead of run. Ideal for individuals 50 and older, those recovering from injuries, or anyone looking for a gentle yet engaging way to stay active.
Mick, mick_trim1@hotnail.com
Practise English with Let’s Talk
A weekly meet to help members of the community improve their practical English conversation skills to help with daily tasks such as shopping and booking appointments. Meets 10am each Saturday at Werribee Church of Christ, 200 Tarneit Road, Werribee
Bronwyn, 9741 6051
Laverton Community Choir
Open to new members and everyone is welcome. If you enjoy singing, and are curious about joining a choir, come along and try out your vocal cords with our fun and inclusive group. No audience or musical knowledge required. Meets on Thursday evenings during school terms at Laverton P12 College, 91 Bladin Street, Laverton from 7-9pm, with supper provided.
Sue 0418 386 147 or lavertoncommunitychoir@gmail.com
Wyndham Rotary
If you have an hour or two to volunteer in a local project Wyndham Rotary would love to hear from you. If you have an idea and you want some help taking the idea to action, contact us. If you want to connect with friendly, like-minded people, come and chat to us. Meeting locally each week, you will be made welcome.
Julie, 0406 196 630.
Rotary Club of Wyndham Harbour
Assist with service projects in the local community and overseas. The club meets at 7pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the ‘By the Bay Cafe’ in Wyndham Harbour.
Mamode, 0469 888 126
Women Working Together
Are you 50-plus and want assistance from someone who understands Employment Support strives to connect mentors and mentees to make this happen. Reach out to learn more 9655 2131, or EmploymentSupport@ cotavic.org.au
Wyndham Combined Probus
A social club for retired or semi-retired people. There is a broad range of social activities to suit all interests such as lunches and brunches each month, day trips, theatre outings and longer trips away. Hear interesting speakers and make new friendships. The group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at Iramoo Community Centre, Honour Ave, Wyndham Vale. Meetings commence at 1pm.
Kaye Angel, 0407 551 694, or wcpc1306@gmail.com
Point Cook Combined Probus Club
Retired or semi-retired people are invited to join this active social group. Enjoy an impressive and interesting monthly guest speaker. Interesting monthly outings, and fortnightly lunches where the development of friendships are encouraged. The Point Cook Combined Probus Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. at The Brook Point Cook, 215 Sneydes Road, Point Cook.
Cathy Guiterrez, 0421 188 129, or cathygutierrez@tpg.com.au
Lions Club
The Lions Club of Point Cook meets at the Featherbrook Community Centre on the third Monday of the month at 7.30 pm. The club is seeking to grow the Lions free vision screening in schools team. Volunteers needed to work with the region’s schools in combating undiagnosed children’s vision issues. You do not have to be a Lions member but must obtain a working with children check.
Robert Eyton, 0417 549 684, or robeyton@bigpond.com
Adult drumming classes
If you ever wanted to try out your rhythmic skills, the first class is discounted and concessions apply for other classes. All hand drums supplied or BYO. No experience required, just bring an open heart and mind and enjoy making some great rhythms together. The class is friendly and welcoming to everyone. Thursdays, 7.30-8.30pm, during school terms, at Saltwater Community Centre, 153 Saltwater Parade, Point Cook.
0411 028 077 or bfmusic15@gmail.com
Wyndham Ladies Probus
Retired or semi-retired ladies are invited to join this very active social group. Enjoy impressive monthly guest speakers, interesting monthly outings and many
lunches where the development of friendships is encouraged. The Ladies Probus Club of Wyndham meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Hotel 520, Sayers Road, Tarneit, at 10am.
Pat 0411 316 795
Point Cook VIEW
The Point Cook Day VIEW Club (for ladies) meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Point Cook Library, 1-21 Cheetham Street, Point Cook. Members enjoy afternoon teas and outings. New members welcome. VIEW Is part of the Smith Family.
Catherine, 0407 726 852.
Watton Group
A support group providing a social space for carers to get together in a safe and compassionate environment. Gives carers an opportunity to connect, share their experiences and offers emotional and practical support. The group meets at 49 Watton Street, Werribee at 10am, every fourth Tuesday of the month. Patricia, 0434 487 360, or wattongroup131@gmail.com.
All Abilities Netball
All Abilities Netball for 10-to-25-year-olds is run by Wyndham Netball Association every Saturday morning during school terms, from 10.30am, on outside court 14 at Eagle Stadium, Ballan Road, Werribee. Intellectual, physical and social disabilities are catered for in a fun and supported group. Come and try your first session for free, with stadium entry $2. Phil, 0437 078 739
Walking Netball
Walking Netball is a low impact, no running, no jumping version for those that love the fun, friendship and activity of a weekly game of netball. Sessions are run every Thursday during school terms, from 8pm, at Eagle Stadium, Ballan
Road, Werribee. Come and try your first session for free, with stadium entry $2. Phil, 0437 078 739
With One Voice Wyndham Choir With One Voice Wyndham Choir is a community choir open to all. The community choir welcomes all ages, abilities, faiths, cultures and genders and is directed by a very experienced and friendly professional conductor. Fun weekly rehearsals and amazing performance opportunities are provided. They sing for an hour and then have a cuppa. The first two visits are free; and then payment is by tax-deductible donation. Tuesday evenings, 7-8.30pm, at Wayaperri House, 106 Duncans Road, Werribee. wyndham@withonevoice.org.au
Adult community garden group
The group meets on the first Wednesday of the month, 10-11am, at Iramoo Community Centre, 84 Honour Avenue, Wyndham Vale. Head down and join them as they maintain their rejuvenated community garden. Planting and harvesting produce that they grow. 8742 3688
Seniors House of Fun
The Grange Community Centre invites seniors of Wyndham to its weekly Seniors House of Fun. This is a free program running every Friday, 11am-12.30pm, at The Grange Community Centre, 260-280 Hogans Road, Hoppers Crossing. Vanessa, 8742 8000, or enquires@ grangecommunity.org.au
Seniors club
The Werribee Senior Citizens Club meets at 80 Lonsdale Circuit, Hoppers Crossing. The group is open to all people 55-plus and it runs on Wednesdays, 10am-noon. Entry: $2, includes morning tea.
0403 041 499
This week’s photographer’s choice picture is of Hobsons Bay Yacht Club skipper Sue Burke and team members Jude Blackwood, Lois Hunt, Marg Morrissey and Susan Morwood, who won the prestigious Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta Division 2. (Damjan Janevski) 484361_01
Colourful exhibition
An exhibition of works by late indigenous artist Josh Muir will become the first to feature in the newly re-opened Wyndham ArtGallery.
The gallery was temporarily closed late last year due to the Wyndham Cultural Centre theatre undergoing refurbishment andmaintenanceworks.
To mark it’s re-opening, the gallery will host JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, a touring exhibition curated by Koorie Heritage Trust(KHT)fromFriday,July11toSunday, September28.
JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live, is the first major solo retrospective exhibition of Muir’s,whodiedin2022.
The exhibition is co-curated by Muir’s partner Shanaya Sheridan, his mother Justine Berg and the curatorial team at KHT.
Muir a Yorta Yorta Yorta, Gunditjmara, and Barkindji artist, was born and raised inWadawurrungcountryinBallarat.
The exhibition title is taken from an artwork of the same name – Forever I
Live (2015) – and references the ongoing legacy that continues to live in Muir’s artworkbeyondlifeitself.
His artworks draw on a range of themes including cultural identity, the impacts and legacies of colonisation, extending to more personal experiences of mental health,addiction,lossandgrief.
Wyndham mayor Mia Shaw described the exhibition, which fuses contemporary art, bold colour, and cultural resilience, as “stunning“.
The artworks in the exhibition include references to the late artist’s street art practice, colourful visuals and the use of VR/AR to tell a strong and evocative narrative.
“It is an impressive exhibition that uses colour and geometric patterning across a range of media, including painting, digital prints on aluminium, neon, animated video works and augmented reality experiences,“CrShawsaid.
The Gallery’s beloved fashion parade is celebrating20years.
For the past two decades, every July the best display of local fashion is exhibited, with the public invited to see makers and gallery members have their creations modelledonthecatwalk.
The Art to Wear Parade will feature creative designs by 25 talented makers from across the state, with a unique collectionofhandmadeclothing,jewellery andvariousaccessories.
Alongside the parade at Juilbee Hall, the art won’t stop inside the walls, with a displayofkimonostorivaltheNGV’sinthe foyer.
To complement the parade, once again the champagne afternoon tea will be part of the proceedings, so its the perfect opportunity to gather some friends, enjoy somebubblesandenjoyashow.
Sue Anson, who handles publicity for TheGallery,saidtheparadeisamust-see.
“Itwillbequitealovelyafternoon…have a champagne when you arrive and you’ll be treated to a lovely parade of Victorian handmadegarments,”shesaid.
Ms Anson said that one of the artists featured will be local Colleen Weste, who help create the parade 20 years ago alongsidethelateJoanBurke.
All garments not sold on the day will be featuredatTheGalleryinMountMacedon duringJuly.
The Art to Wear Parade will be taking place on Saturday July 5 at 1pm to 3pm at Juilbee Hall in Macedon, with tickets costing$30andonlyavailableonline.
Tickets:www.trybooking.com/DCDAT
Givit to get punk rock proceeds for the third year
Punk rock will come to Footscray on Saturday, June 28 to kick out the jams for charity.
ZeWisenheimer,En_ZoandDisgruntled Civil Servant will play at Givit III, an fundraising gig held at Mam Chen’s which isnowinit’sthirdyear.
Allproceedsfromthegigwillgotowards Givit,anationalnot-for-profitthatpartners directly with councils, recovery outreach teams, charities and community groups to connect those in need with generous donors, ensuring that people experiencing hardship receive the essential goods and services they need, when they need them
Doors open at 7.30pm, with Melbourne three-piece Disgruntled Civil Servant first on the bill, playing tracks from their recently released five-song EP ‘The Woke MindVirus’.
They will be followed by self described dark wave western meets post-punk queer goths, En_Zo and then headliners, noisey post-punkfour-piece,ZeWisenheimer. Ticketsare$15plusbookingfeeor$20at thedoor.
Film focuses on migrant stories
An award-winning Eynesbury podcaster, filmmaker, and musician is sharing the stories of migrants – including those living in Melton – through his latest film, set to be presented with live soundtracking in Carltonnextmonth.
Eynesbury resident Simon Reich has been touring his latest multimedia project across Australia, which includes filmed interviews with people from various European countries on one screen, migrants’ own photographs and videos on a secondscreenwithimmersivesound design complementing the touching stories.
This is also soundtracked by a quartet of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra members and live grand piano.
Reich said he was inspired by his father, who immigrated to Australia from war-torn Berlin, and his multimedia show is “nothing like a dryanddustyhistorylesson.“
“It is a multimedia presentation, and the migrants tell of their war experiences, why they wanted to travel to the other side of the world, and how they fared in their newly adoptedcountry,”Reichsaid.
“At times it’s tragic, disheartening and racist, but ultimately, it’s a feel-good story of gutsy and inspirational people who created the backbone of Australian society,” he said.
“With war in Ukraine and Israel and continuing hostility towards migrants, this project shows that Australia and the world still has a lot to learn about what happened in the past.”
The interviews featured in this show formed the basis for Reich’s documentary titled Bonegilla: The Migrant’s Journey, which was recently selected in the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival as one of 30 films from thousands of entries acrosstheworld.
The film features former migrants, some who live in the Melton municipality, and all the editing, post-production and soundtrack music recording were completed in Reich’sEynesburyrecordingstudio.
As part of the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival next month, Bonegilla: The Migrant’s Journey will be presented with a live piano and violin soundtrack at 7.30pm on Friday, July 25 at Cinema Nova,380LygonStreet,Carlton.
For more information and to book, visit: https://mammachens.com.au/gigs/ TolistentoZeWisenheimer,goto:https:// zewisenheimer.bandcamp.com/album/ live-live-live-bad-decisions-271122
To listen to En_Zo, go to: https:// enzopunkband.bandcamp.com/album/ nil-zero-nothing TohearmoreofDisgruntleCivilServant, visit: https://disgruntledcivilservant. bandcamp.com/
For more information on Givit, visit: https://www.givit.org.au/take-action/ ways-to-give/give-against-an-appeal/ domestic-and-family-violence
Fashion from last year’s show. (Supplied)
Eynesbury podcaster, filmmaker, and musician Simon Reich. (Supplied).
Josh Muir, JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live will be on display at the Wyndham Art Gallery from July 11. (Supplied)
SPORTS QUIZ
1. The Magic are an NBA team based in which US city?
2. Oscar Piastri collided with which other driver in the recent Canadian Grand Prix?
3. Which South African batsman was named Player of the Match in the World Test Championship Final?
4. Aussie basketballer Shyla Heal recently signed to play for which WNBL team?
5. In addition to England, which two other men’s teams will tour Australia during the 2025–26 cricket schedule?
6. Geelong Cats player Patrick Dangerfield recently reached what milestone for games played?
In golf, what does LPGA stand for?
Blue Ribbon Sports was the original name of which athletic footwear and clothing company?
North Melbourne sold two of its home games to which state during the 2025 AFL season?
The Cy Young Award is given to the best Major League Baseball players in what position?
John McEnroe makes a cameo appearance in which 2004 romantic sports comedy film?
In which year did GWS Giants join the AFL?
Who hit the game-winning shot for the Indiana Pacers in their 111–110 comeback victory over Oklahoma City in Game 1 of the NBA Finals?
14. Which Australian NFL player remains the league’s highest-paid at his position after signing a new $25 million deal?
15. While filming the latest Mission: Impossible movie, which actor performed 16 skydives using fuel-soaked parachutes that caught fire mid-air?
16. When the Seattle SuperSonics were sold and relocated, what NBA team did they become?
17. What is the Roland Garros Slam better known as?
18. Six of the last seven Yokozuna (highest-ranked sumo wrestler) were born in what country?
19. Who is the only current AFL coach to have not played in the AFL?
20. Where is the Brumbies sports team based?
21. How many countries will compete at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, an increase from the previous 32?
22. Which Australian batting allrounder recently retired from One Day International cricket?
23. 2028 Olympic hosts Los Angeles also hosted the Games in which two other years?
24. Which NSW Blues player was man of the match in game one of the rugby league State of Origin series?
25. Which former Geelong captain has been appointed alongside CEO Andrew Dillon as the AFL’s chief operating officer?
26. How old is current Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso, who debuted in 2001?
27. Name Melbourne’s second Super Netball team, following the demise of the Collingwood Magpies.
28. Australian soccer coach Ange Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham Hotspur despite winning which trophy?
30.
‘a little’... what?
29. Which Australian cricketer opened the batting for the first time in his career against South Africa in the World Test Championship final?
Following his defeat in Stuttgart, tennis player Fabio Fognini called winner Corentin Moutet
Postecoglou
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15 Fun activity (abbr) (3)
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26 Point to be judged upon (9)
27 Tree (5)
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16 Encumbrance (8)
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19 Merchants (7)
20 Public conveyance (7)
21 Wandering (7)
22 Hoards (6)
25 People (4)
1 How many countries border Austria?
2 What nationality is singersongwriter Sarah McLachlan?
3 In which war did the Charge of the Light Brigade take place?
4 John Goodman (pictured) plays which character in the Monsters, Inc. franchise?
5 What type of animal is an American marten?
6 How many yellow stars appear on the People’s Republic of China’s flag?
7 The Pont du Gard is a bridge in which country?
8 Which actor played the character of President Orlean in the 2021 film Don’tLookUp?
9 Ariel Sharon is the former prime minister of which country?
10 Monticello was the primary plantation of which US president?
No. 275
Ioniq 5 is well equipped
By Chris Riley, Marque Motoring
The Ioniq 5 is not Hyundai’s first fully electric vehicle, not by a long shot, but it was their first EV based on a dedicated battery-electric platform.
The look of the car is inspired by Hyundai’s original Pony car, a small hatch from the 1970s that was South Korea’s first mass-produced exported vehicle.
The dedicated E-GMP electric vehicle platform offers advantages over dual purpose vehicles such as the Kona that are marketed with both electric or internal combustion powertrains.
In the case of the Ioniq 5 it means a fully flat floor and long three-metre wheelbase that delivers plenty of legroom and a largish boot. Generous rear legroom was achieved by making the front seats about 30 per cent thinner than typical seats.
Ioniq 5 now shares a platform with the Ioniq 6, Ioniq 9, Kia EV6, Kia EV9 and Genesis GV60. Prices for the Ioniq 5 start from $69,800 before on-road costs. Our test vehicle was the top of the range rear-wheel drive Epiq with a single electric motor, extended range battery and 20-inch wheels,andarangeof530km-pricedfrom $84,300.
Ioniq 5 comes in three grades, Ioniq 5, DynamiqandEpiq,withoneortwoelectric motors and rear- or all-wheel drive along with a standard or extended range battery.
A high performance N model is now also offered priced from a breathtaking $110,000.
Styling
Ioniq 5 received a facelift in July last year, with new look bumpers, a rear spoiler and redesigned wheels etc. A windscreen wiper was also added to the rear window at this time. Inside, the centre console was redesigned to provide easier access to air and seat heating controls. The steering wheel, instrument cluster bezel, multimedia screen, and seat pattern were also updated.
Many of the interior parts are made from recycled materials, including plastic bottles.
The size of the wheels plays a significant role in the ultimate range of the car which currently varies from 440km to a high of 570km.
The N Line sports pack adds $3150 to the price. Premium paint adds $1000, the N Line Pack $2500 and the Digital Mirror Pack $3000.
You might pay for it, but the Ioniq 5 is certainly well equipped.
Standard kit includes dual-zone climate air, combination wool and leather upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel, acoustic laminated windscreen and side door glass, proximity entry with push-button start, power adjust driver seat and two-way manual recline rear seats (fore/aft adjustment, 60:40 split/fold), LED interior lighting and adjustable ambient lighting.
There’salsoa12.3-inchdigitalinstrument cluster, LED headlights, automatic high-beam, traffic sign recognition, auto lights and wipers, auto dimming rear view mirror, heated, power-fold mirrors, remote smart parking and tyre pressure monitoring.
Epiq adds 20-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres, eco-processed leather, smart LED projection headlights, rear privacy glass, rear door sunshades, power-operated tailgate, glass roof with power sunshade, front and rear heated seats, cooling for the front seats, heated steering wheel and two driver-seat
memories.
Digital side mirrors are an option, but make sure you try them before you buy them.
Standard warranty is five years with unlimitedkilometres.There’saneight-year, 160,000km battery replacement warranty.
Infotainment
Infotainment consists of a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth multi-connection, Voice control system, AM/FM and DAB+ digital radio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluelink connected satellite navigation.
This model also scores Bose premium audio with eight speakers. There’s wireless phone charging and four USB-C ports, Vehicle-to-load (V2L) outlet inside the car and the system now supports over-the-air updates.
Bluelink connected car services, complimentary for five years, includes automatic emergency SOS.
It also allows users to set charge time, monitor distance to empty and can restart charging if necessary.
The app allows the owner to find EV charging stations and send the address to the car’s sat navigation.
Atoolshowsthedriveableradiuswith80 and 100 per cent charge levels.
Safety
Ioniq5scoresafullfivestarsforsafety,with seven airbags including a centre bag in the front, 360-degree camera and autonomous emergency braking (AEB).
There’s also head-up display, a blind spot camera with blind spot warnings, as well as a lane support system with lane keep assist (LKA), lane departure warning (LDW) and emergency lane keeping (ELK), and an advanced speed assistance system (SAS) are standard on all variants.
Engines/transmissions
Our test vehicle is powered by a single electricmotorthatdelivers168kWofpower and350Nmoftorque,withdrivetotherear wheels through a single-speed reduction gear transmission.
Driving
TheIoniq5isbyanymeasureanimpressive car. It’s not often that my better half and I agree on a car, but we both warmed to the Ioniq.
RATINGS
plus DC fast charger.
For a car that weighs over 2 tonnes, the Ioniq gets moving. The dash from 0-100km/h takes 7.3 seconds and it has a top speed of 185km/h.
Looks: 7.5
Performance: 8
Safety: 8
Thirst: 7
Practicality: 7
Comfort: 7
Tech: 8
Value: 7
Overall: 7.4
Moresobecauseitperformslikethekind of cars we’re used to, even though it’s an electric vehicle.
TheIoniq5Epiq(lovethatname)isquick and comfortable with plenty of legroom front and back plus a good-sized boot - all the things one looks for in a car.
As well as the boot there’s storage under the bonnet in the form of a frunk; 57 litres intheRWDand25litresintheAWDwhich is handy for storing cables.
It’s got a decent amount of range for an electricvehicletoo,withupto570kmifyou tick the right boxes. In fact, it’s the first EV we’vedriventhatindicatedaninitialrange ofmorethan600kmfullycharged-canyou believe it?
But why you’d option the larger, 20-inch wheels at the expense of driving range doesn’t make sense. Give us the 19s any day!
Anyone with an EV will tell you, it’s all about the range (and where and when you can recharge the car).
Even though our test vehicle showed 620km when we picked it up, we’re starting to believe this must be like ‘shop mode’ for TVs (makes them brighter and more vibrant).
That’s because the real range turned out to be 530km - the claimed range anyway. You sacrifice 40km stepping up from 19- to 20-inch wheels in the rear-drive Epiq.
It might not sound much, but it can make a difference when you get down to it. Further, despite the advertising, we’ve never found an EV or charge station that can deliver on the wildly optimistic promises that carmakers make of being able to recharge in less than 20 minutes.
Itjustdoesn’tpanout;despitethefactwe have a bank of 300kW Tesla Superchargers down the road.
And, when did a full charge morph into 80 per cent; keep in mind that a small portion of the battery is reserved for the system to continue functioning.
You can charge the battery to 100 per cent using a slower AC charger, but the industry has decided that 80 per cent is the mark when it comes to fast DC charging, otherwise it can shorten battery life. The chargeisstoredinan84kWhliquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack in the extended range, 80 kWh of which is useable.
Ioniq 5 has battery preconditioning to facilitate faster charging. This will take 35 hours with a so-called ‘granny’ charger (10A household power point), 11.6 hours withahomechargestation,oraslittleas18 minutes from 10-80 per cent with a 250kW
There are five selectable drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, My Drive, Snow which have accompanying instrument themes. Adding some drama to the drive experience is a virtual sound system with a choice of artificial sounds.
They’re electronica rather than engine emulations, in case you’re interested. Not many people are.
Brakemodeoffersanothertwo settings: Normal and Sport. Regenerative braking can be adjusted via the steering wheel mounted paddles, right down to one-pedal braking which brings the car to a stop when you lift off the accelerator.
There’s also ‘Smart’ regenerative braking which is traffic and navigation based. Or youcanchoosetoignorethesesettingsand simply drive the car.
The ride is generally good but like most EVs it can become bouncy at times, as the springsloadandunload.Thelargeexternal mirrors can obscure vision, particularly thedriversidemirrorwhenyou’retryingto lookthroughacorner.Ifyou’reparkedona slope,releasingthehandbrakeandmoving off in reverse requires a dab touch on the accelerator, but just a touch.
Be ready to catch it with the brakes because the car is liable to lurch backwards. Fingers over or under? Facing the wrong direction, the pop-out handles are awkward to use.
The twist grip gear selector is present in many Hyundais and takes some mastering.
Although putting the car into park requires just the push of a button (which also engages the handbrake), we continually forgot to actually turn off the car.Automaticreverseandparallelparking are available if you feel game.
Speed sign recognition is annoying because it sounds a warning when you’re over the limit (like it is supposed to). The trouble is that it is often wrong, displaying a speed limit that does not relate to the current surroundings.
With claimed Energy consumption of 16.99 kWh/100km, we bettered that figure at 15.5 kWh after 375km of mixed driving. The long-term average showed as 15.8 kWh after close to 2000km. A quick trip down the motorway returned 13.2 kWh.
Summing up
The Ioniq 5 is an impressive car and one of thefewEVsthatwewouldconsiderbuying. It doesn’t chew through the battery too quickly and with 530km of range, more if you’re sensible and opt for the smaller 19-inch wheels, it compares favourably with a conventional car.
But at just over $90,000 by the time you put it on the road, it’s just too damned expensive, at least for the average consumer. Even the base model is $75,000 driveaway.
This from Hyundai?
We’re not rich, and we’re not poor, but we baulk at the prospect of spending this much on a car, especially one that could quicklybecomeoutdatedasthetechnology continues to evolve. Then there’s the charging infrastructure to consider, which quite frankly isn’t there yet. Remember how much we used to pay for flat screen TVs and what they cost now?
The Ioniq 5 is an impressive car. (Supplied)
The sun was out and there was no rain providing perfect conditions for football and other sports on Saturday. Star Weekly photographer LJUBICA VRANKOVIC was out shooting some of the action.
A perfect day for sport
Hillside’s Annalise Wilkie. 485452_03
Essendon’s Brooke Plummer tries to escape Teagan Brett. 480511_11
Hillside’s Makaylah Brne is tackled. 485452_28 Keilor’s James Bailey tackles Deer Park’s Josh Chatfield. 485453_25
Keilor’s Josh Honey. 485453_13
Williamstowns’ Mia D’Agostino goes up for the ruck. 480511_04
Point Cook Centrals’ Charli Sette and Caroline Springs’ Nikki Perrett. 485447_17
Wyndhamvale’s Ava Strathairn. 485446_17
Suns’ Bonnie Lea Brown. 485446_01
Point Cook Centrals’ Patricia Doyle. 485447_07
Suns connecting on and off the field in the Western FL
A couple of weeks off may have been a blessing as the Suns produced their best performance of the Western Football League women’s season.
With the King’s Birthday weekend and a bye, the Suns had to look at other ways to keep the side together during that period.
Coach Leanne Meyer said it was nice to be back on the field.
“We were thinking about how we could keep that match fitness and footy connection along with the fun,” Meyer said.
“We did something quite different. We organised a full day event starting down in Lara and all the way into the city.
“The off field relationships are just as important as the on field ones.
“The win on Saturday was the most solidified team work we’ve had this season.
“It’s one of the best wins as a team.”
On Saturday, the Suns faced
Wyndhamvale in the local derby.
The Suns were able to win every quarter on the way to an 11.9 (75)-1.1 (7) win.
“Everyone on the field used their weapon or something they were taught this year, which was really pleasing,” Meyer said.
“The hard work we had put in paid off and it felt like it was a good day.”
Mandy Seath kicked four goals for the Suns, while Jennifer Plumb kicked three.
Bonnie Lea Brown, Alexis Madden and Lyndal Ridder were named the Suns best.
The Suns celebrated Brown’s 100th game in the win. The 16-year-old recently made her Western Jets debut.
Meyer said they had a really good combination of youth and experience, with the older players wrapping their arms around the younger ones.
Harper Sell was the goalkicker for the Falcons.
After nine rounds, the Suns sit in fifth
spot match ratio outside of the top four.
Meyer said they felt they would be in the middle of the table this season, but said the competition was closer than it had been.
“We have a few away in the next few weeks and we play some of the top teams.
“If we get into finals, the experience and opportunity is the biggest thing if it happens.
“We want that development and that real experience. Playing a final is different than talking about it.”
In other results, Point Cook Centrals lost to Caroline Springs, 20.10 (130)-2.0 (12).
Charli Sette and Keshena Kinkaid were named the Sharks best.
Werribee Centrals had the bye.
Tara Murray
Falcons keep firing
By Tara Murray
It’s so far, so good for Wyndhamvale in the Western Football League division 2 competition.
The Falcons are undefeated after 10 rounds and put out some really damaging performances in the first half of the year.
While coach Daniel Smith is happy with how they have gone so far, he knows the challenges are only just beginning.
“We are undefeated so I can’t complain,” he said. “We’re entering that grind and we have got a few injuries here and there.
“We’re trying to manage those injuries and that is the key. We’re in a position where I can look at a player with a niggle and not risk them.”
Smith said they had worked hard to get into the position they are and were keen to ensure it continued to the right time of the year.
On Saturday, the Falcons came away with a big win against the Suns.
Smith said it was one that they always pencilled in the calendar.
“There is a rivalry,” he said. “It’s one of those games it doesn’t matter where we are position wise and how you are travelling.
“You always get up for it.”
It was the Suns that started the better of the two sides but the Falcons still managed to lead by 23 points at quarter time.
The score continued to grow after that with the Suns kicking just two goals after quarter time.
The Falcons won, 17.11 (113)-3.11 (29).
Smith said it was a good response after the Suns took it to them in the first 10 minutes
“We came to grips on how the Suns were playingandtookacollectivebreathonhow we wanted to play footy.
“We put a lot on them and start grinding away for the rest of the day.”
Smith said the forwards were able to reward the back seven for the work they had done in getting the ball up the field.
Lewis Stanton kicked six goals for the Falcons, while Jack Tessari kicked three goals.
Noah Stevens, Ryley McGaw and Brodie Meadows were named the Falcons best.
For the Suns, Matthew Wright, Kyle De Rose and Daniel O’Leary were their standouts.
The Suns sit fifth on the ladder.
The Falcons now face North Footscray in a top of the table clash this Saturday.
Smith said they were expecting a switched on Devils, who suffered an upset loss to Braybrook on Saturday.
“Hopefully the boys have done recovery and getting prepared for this week,” he said.
“It always rains when we play at North Footscray and it’s forecast to rain.
“It will be our first wet game for the year, it’ll be an interesting game.”
In other results, the Titans lost to the Western Rams, 10.12 (72)-5.5 (35).
Football
Western Jets’ Kiara Boyd and Alex McBride-Loane have been named in the Vic Metro squad for the under-18 girls national championships. The championships got underway at the weekend, with Vic Metro playing South Australia on Sunday.
Cricket
Cricket Victoria has announced its emerging player squads for the 2025-26 season. Among those in the under-16 Metro squad are Werribee’s Ananya Mahajan and April Chaudhary. Former Point Cook Centrals player and current Greenvale Kangaroos player Noura Abdul Qader has been named in the under-16 and 19 girls metro squads. Former Point Cook Central Ira Aery has also been named in the under-19 metro girls squad. Luay Miraz and Simrth Singh Gill, who are both from Werribee, have been named in the under-17 boys metro squad.
Western NL
The Western Netball League has announced a strong side for the Netball Victoria Association Championships later this month. Glen Orden’s Rebecca Hicks who successfully led the WNL to victory over the Southern Netball League in its first interleague match-up in May, will again coach the league’s representative team. Eight members of this year’s interleague squad have been included in the team.
Caroline Springs’ Olivia Craske and Emma Vitalone, Glen Orden’s Majar Hikuroa-Betham and Payton Simeki, Spotswood’s Melissa Prismall were part of the interleague side, while Altona’s Avana Hobson and Sunshine’s Casey Smart were emergencies for that team. They will be joined at the association championships by Glen Orden’s Ashlee Bertocci, Aaliyah Coppins and Charlie King, Sunshine’s Dorothy Maepu and Rochelle Teiri.
Matildas
Western United stars Adriana Taranto and Chloe Berryhill have earned selections in the Matildas squad for the upcoming international window. The team will play four matches in Perth, with Taranto and Berryhill called up for the final two games.
In division 1, Hoppers Crossing and Werribee Districts continued on their winning ways against Hoppers Crossing and Sunshine respectively, while Point Cook suffered a loss to Caroline Springs.
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Wyndham women fall short
Wyndham fell short of an upset win the Big V women’s championship, while it was a tough weekend for the men’s side.
The women’s side was at home on Saturday night against the McKinnon Cougars, who are battling it out for a finals spot.
It was a game of runs throughout the match, with the Cougars winning, 83-79.
Scores had been level in the last minute before the Cougars scored the last four points of the game.
Coach Jason Bryant said it was a strong performance against a top six side.
“After a slow start, the women fought back and had a strong second quarter to take a small lead into the halftime break,” he said.
“McKinnon came out strong in the third quarter regaining the lead before the final period.
“Another strong fourth quarter outscoring McKinnon saw us re-take the lead with one minute left in the come.
“Being in foul trouble, we sent McKinnon to the line too many times in the final part of the game allowing them to take a small win.”
Briana Bailey top scored with 27 points for Wyndham, while Ella Macleod provided 16 points off the bench.
Wyndham faces Hume City Broncos this Saturday with both teams entering the match on the back of five losses.
Wyndham’s men’s side lost back-to-back matches against the Cougars and then the Shepparton Gators on the weekend.
On Saturday night, the Cougars did the damage in the middle two quarters to come away with a 114-86 win.
The Cougars led by just three points at quarter time, before outscoring Wyndham, 64-31 in the middle two quarters.
Wyndham finished strongly but it was too late.
Junior Garbrah top scored with 23 points for Wyndham.
Wyndham then made the trip up to Shepparton to face the Gators.
The Gators started on fire and led by 11 points at quarter time and increased that to 27 points at the main break.
There was no letting up, with the margin at 36 points heading into the final quarter.
Wyndham again ate into the lead in the final quarter, but the damage was already done as it lost 103-77.
Garbrah top scored with 16 points.
In Victorian youth championship men, Wyndham lost to Eltham 111-85.
Adam Arkadio and Brodie Salter finished with 22 points each.
Coach Aaron Bensted said they continue to put guys in positions to grow.
“Our back end focus now is to keep pushing and build on the learnings.”
The youth league women lost to the Wildcats. 66-63.
Coach Matt Stephens said there were a lot of positives out of the game, having lost to Eltham by 36 earlier in the year.
Kaing keeps fighting to improve his skills
By Peter Howe
At just 13, this month’s Don Deeble nominee, Louis Kaing, is a two-time national and three-time state taekwondo champion.
He has just returned from the 2025 World Cadet Championships in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, after securing a place on the Australian Cadet Taekwondo team.
Perhaps you’d be thinking that at Kaing’s age he might get ahead of himself.
That couldn’t be further from the truth.
“It was a good experience, but I didn’t get the result I wanted,” he said. “I learned that I need to plan better, improve my mind set for future tournaments.
“I need to control my nerves.”
Kaing will get that chance when he travels to the Korean Open with the Victorian team in July.
The youngster followed his brother Theodore into the sport.
“I love the combat involved in the sport,” he said.
“I tried basketball and swimming but didn’t get the same buzz from those sports. Even now swimming is an important part of my training program to help me improve my fitness and to relax.”
Kaing trains at Convergence Combat Sports in Oakleigh, coached by Tom Burns.
He was four years old when he started to learn the movement required to rise through the ranks in the sport.
“It looked cool and I loved doing those crazy kicks,” Kaing said.
Standing at a mere 148 centimetres and weighing in at 33 kilograms, Kaing has needed to become very resilient and positive to spar and become a champion.
“I train four times a week for two hours at a time,” he said. “Training consists of a warmup and stretching and some light sparring and then we go into technique work and heavier sparring.
“Two nights a week we also have strength and conditioning sessions which include running, push ups, squats and other core strengthening exercises.”
Kaing had his first official fight as an eight-year-old.
It was something different for him.
“I lost that fight, it was a really scary ex-
perience coming up against someone with more experience and who wanted to win as much as I did,” he said. “ I was very disappointed I lost, but I had fun and wanted to do it again.”
Kaing’s older brother, Theodore, is also a national champion and has represented Australia. According to their father, David, both boys are very competitive.
“Thankfully they don’t get into combat at home,” David said.
Kaing’s hero is American CJ Nickolas, an American champion and Olympian.
“What I like most about him is his attacking style and his ability to stay calm in a fight, two skills I want to learn and improve in my fight,” he said.
Kaing’s journey has been marked by resilience.
After overcoming significant adversity, including being unable to compete for more than eight months, his passion and dedication to taekwondo have driven an impressive return to competition. Achieving selection for the national team was something he put down to determination and commitment.
“My goal is to be the best I can be,” he said. “I will try hard every time I compete to ensure I get better results next time.”
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De Domizio to remain at United
Kiara De Domizio will deliver more exhilarating clutch moments in the A-League Women after re-signing with Western United for the 2025-26 season.
The 23-year-old has shown an incredible knack for spectacular late moments with her electric speed and talent in the final third.
Her impact off the bench resulted in three goals and two assists across the past season with a prolific average of 97 minutes per goal contribution.
Looking to elevate to the next level in the upcoming season, De Domizio said she is eager to hit the ground running again.
“I’m very excited to be back at Western United for my third season,” she said. “The support of the fans is immense, especially playing at our home at Ironbark Fields.
“I’m looking forward to contributing to more of the team’s successes, to continue to advance my game and, of course, score some more goals.
“The culture and atmosphere at the Club is always fantastic and hopefully we can create more of a fortress at Ironbark for the upcoming season.”
Western football general manager Mal Impiombato is equally looking forward to seeing De Domizio take another leap forward at Ironbark Fields.
“Kiara’s impact on matches has been exhilarating and her persistence to take every opportunity that comes her way has been commendable,” he said.
“Her energy on the pitch is mirrored by her personality around the club and we believe there is a lot more to come from Kiara in the future.
“We are delighted to have her signed on for next season and look forward to watching her grow and play a key part in our program in 2025-26.”
Alana Anthony. (tjphotos)
Louis Kaing. (Supplied)
Inexperienced Tigers lose
By Tara Murray
A lack of experience proved the difference as Werribee slipped to another defeat in the Victorian Football League competition.
Itwasthelocalwesternstandalonederby on Saturday, as the Tigers travelled to face Williamstown.
The two sides played on Anzac Day, with Werribee winning on that occasion but the Seagulls had not lost since.
OnSaturday,therewasn’tmuchbetween the two teams for the first three quarters.
Eight points was the biggest margin at the break, with the Tigers leading by five points heading into the final quarter.
Werribee kicked the first goal of the final quarter before Williamstown kicked the next four.
The Tigers got one back before the Seagullsfinishedwithtwolategoalstoseal the win, 13.15 (93)-11.6 (72).
Tigers coach Jimmy Allan said it was
anothermuchtheyhadtheiropportunities but couldn’t finish it off
“We were in the position to win the game early in the last quarter,” he said.
“We imploded a little bit and were our own worst enemy.
“We hit the panic button and there were some uncharacteristic things and it cost us.”
Allan said they felt a lack of experience had cost them in the key moments.
He said it was something that had been an issue throughout the season.
“We are five and seven and four or five of those losses we have led in the final quarter and have not been able to have calm heads,” he said.
“It’s hard to replace that experience we lostandwehavealotofnewguys.Themore experienced guys stayed calmer when we were in similar positions last year.
“That’s clearly lacking in our group and it’ssomethingwe’llworkoninthosegames we have left and get games into guys.”
The vision for a vibrant Tarneit is outlined in the draft Tarneit Centre Urban Design Framework which Wyndham City has community feedback.
LiamKershawbecamethe17thdebutant for Werribee this season.
Allan said they always expected to have a number of players step up after losing 34 players, but didn’t expect to have that many.
Maguire, Dahlhaus and Daly Andrews were the others to impress Allan.
The Tarneit Major Town Centre is designed to be a hub of prosperity, that is beautifully designed with green corridors, capacity to accommodate a centre for art, health and education.
Werribee, which sits in 14th spot and six points outside the play off game, has a bye this week.
It offers quality recreational and retail opportunities and celebrating the area’s Indigenous and cultural heritage –dynamic destination of choice.
“We’ve had injuries to key players at the inopportune time,” he said. “We played a lot of new guys who will be better for it.
“Ideally you want two or three in your team, we’re having six or eight at the same time. We don’t have that experience to get us over the line.”
Allan said it comes at a really good time for the side.
The framework will be a guide for staged development in attracting investment over the next 30 years.
Allan said Kershaw, who had played one gamewithGeelong,wouldbebetterforthe run.
“We’ll give them a whole week off training and then attack the last six weeks with vigour,” he said.
Allan said they hoped to get Louis Pinnuck back after the break, while it would give a couple of others a chance to freshen up.
It will help to ensure the town centre meets the needs of population in Tarneit with the centre ultimately providing 8,000 jobs and a home to more than 10,000 people.
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Jay Dahlhaus kicked three goals for the Tigers, while Harry Maguire kicked two.
Allan said Bior Malual who went down back to help with ball movement was their best.
Dom Brew was busy in the middle and Sam Conway had a good battle with Tom Downie.
“Jesse Clark rolled his ankle really badly in the last 20 seconds of training,” he said. “Right up to the game we gave him little chance of playing.
“He toughed it out as we needed it.
“Jake Smith has a knee injury and he keepsputtinghishandup.They’llgetawell deserved break.”
Werribee faces Greater Western Sydney after the bye.”
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