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Emma Slattery and her dog Lexi look marvellous in their face masks. They’re heeding the advice of Premier Daniel Andrews who on Sunday said it was compulsory for those (humans) living in metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire to wear face masks outside of the home. Mr Andrews made the recommendation on advice from the state’s chief health oficer, following new evidence that wearing masks can help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 by about 60 per cent. “Staying at home if you feel unwell is still the best way to slow the spread of coronavirus but wearing a cloth mask provides an additional physical barrier, adding one more layer of protection for you and those around you,” Mr Andrews said. Star Weekly last week asked residents in lockdown to send in photos of themselves and their families wearing face masks, or engaging in lockdown activities. More pictures: Page 10-11 Alesha Capone
JobKeeper extended By Alesha Capone Wyndham’s business leaders have welcomed the federal government’s decision to extend JobKeeper payments beyond September. Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg yesterday announced that the JobKeeper program would be extended for six months until March 28, 2021 with renewed eligibility criteria. Committee for Wyndham chief executive Barbara McClure said the move would “give businesses some breathing space”. Ms McClure said that without JobKeeper “many businesses would really be in trouble”.
Earlier this year, Star Weekly reported that businesses in the 3030 and 3029 postcodes had lodged the highest number of JobKeeper applications in the state, outside of the Melbourne CBD. his included 3681 businesses in the 3029 postcode (Hoppers Crossing, Tarneit and Truganina) and 3277 businesses from the 3030 postcode (Werribee, Werribee South, Point Cook and Derrimut). Mr Morrison yesterday said the JobKeeper program had been efective in stemming the loss of jobs and businesses as Australia battled the COVID-19 pandemic on a health and economic front. He said JobKeeper 2.0
was “designed to relect where businesses are hurting the most”. From September 28, the fortnightly JobKeeper payment would be reduced to $1200 for full-time workers and $750 for people working less than 20 hours per week. From January, the payments will come down to $1000 per fortnight for full-time workers and $650 for those working less than 20 hours per week. Businesses will have to prove they remain in inancial distress each quarter, with a reduction of least 30 per cent in earnings compared to pre-pandemic levels. Committee for Wyndham chairman Peter Mayall said the federal government seemed
to be taking a “targeted approach” to helping businesses. “here is no doubt, in my opinion and the Committee for Wyndham’s collectively, that there are businesses that are going to need assistance post-28 September,” he said. “he announcement by the Prime Minister and Josh Frydenberg is whole-heartedly welcomed.” A Werribee Business & Tourism Association spokesperson said: “It’s good to hear that JobKeeper has been extended, especially with the challenges local businesses have been facing.” Lalor MP Joanne Ryan said the Opposition would “carefully assess” the new rates.
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Zero tolerance to virus breaches By Alesha Capone Police and Australian Defence Force personnel have started a month-long blitz in Wyndham to ensure people are obeying the state’s coronavirus regulations. Police will be conducting spot checks and maintaining roadblocks 24 hours a day. It comes as Wyndham recorded the highest number of active coronavirus cases in the state, with 370 active cases as of Tuesday. “We will be at shopping centres, in public spaces, patrolling the roads and responding
to any reported breaches,” police said in a statement on the Wyndham Police Eyewatch page. “Any and all detected breaches of COVID-19 restrictions will be dealt with a zero tolerance approach.” here are only four legal reasons to leave home under the pandemic lockdown, including shopping for food or other essential items, seeking medical care and working or studying, if you cannot do so from home. On Saturday, police conirmed they had ined a man who drove from Werribee to Melbourne’s
CBD for a “speciic butter chicken”. he man was ined $1652 for breaching the coronavirus restrictions. Also last week, ive people were ined $1652 each ater police found them inside a Truganina house, which was being used as an illegal brothel. Earlier this month, 11 people who attended an illegal party at a short-term rental apartment in Point Cook were also ined. Victoria has now recorded more than 6000 coronavirus cases and 39 deaths, prompting the state government to extend the state of
emergency until at least August 16. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, a total of 173 cases of the virus have been linked to Al-Taqwa College in Truganina. Twenty-eight cases have been linked to the Glendale Aged Care facility in Werribee. On Saturday, Channel Seven reported that employee at an Australia Post delivery centre in Hoppers Crossing Delivery Centre had tested positive. he centre has completed a deep clean, and also conirmed the employee had not dealt directly with customers.
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Masks donated for community he Asian Business Association of Wyndham has collected about 3000 masks to donate to the local community. ABAW president Larry Zhao, said the group had about 1200 members who had recently come together in an online Facebook group. He said some members had decided to donate masks to the wider community, ater Premier Daniel Andrews last week recommended that adults across Melbourne and Mitchell Shire wear face masks where social distancing was not possible. He has since made it mandatory. When Mr Zhao irst contacted Star Weekly
about the project, ABAW members had collected 1500 masks to donate – this doubled to 3000 masks within 24 hours. “We want to donate up to 1000 masks to any associations which may need them, such as Mercy Hospital, Western Health or any schools in Wyndham,” Mr Zhao said. “Also, we will donate up to 10 masks to an individual person.” Mr Zhao said that some Wyndham residents might not know where to buy masks, or might not be able to aford to buy them. He said it was common to wear masks in
public, in some Asian countries. “Some Asian people in Melbourne also oten wore masks, before the government said to,” he said. Mr Zhao said that during the COVID-19 pandemic, it was important for the community to stick together. “I would just like to wish all the best to everyone and keep looking ater each other.” Contact Mr Zhao at larryzhao2020@gmail. com or 04205 80908 for details.
Police have intercepted a number of motorists breaching COVID-19 regulations on the back roads of Werribee and Little River. Geelong Highway Patrol oicers have been patrolling the roads since the six-week pandemic lockdown began on July 8. As Little River is located partially in the Wyndham municipality and partially in the Greater Geelong municipality, residents and travellers on either side face diferent pandemic restrictions. Last week, police posted on the oicial Geelong Eyewatch Facebook page that oicers using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology had already detected “a number of motorists breaching the COVID regulations”. A Victoria Police spokesperson said vehicle checkpoints had been set up across eight major arterial roads to ensure stage three lockdowns for Greater Melbourne and Mitchell Shire are adhered to. “he checkpoints will be operational 24 hours a day and will remain in place for the coming weeks,” the spokesperson said. “Police will be intercepting vehicles at random to ensure they are complying with the stage three restrictions. “(ANPR) technology will also be used at these sites to detect vehicles that are registered to owners who live in LGAs [local government areas] currently in stage three stay-at-home restrictions. “We won’t be providing a running commentary on where police will be located … however the community can be assured that police will be out and about in signiicant numbers.” Alesha Capone
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By Alesha Capone Tributes have lowed for much-loved Wyndham community member Harold Rixon, who recently passed away. Harold’s family held a private funeral for him on Friday, July 17. Harold was a familiar face to many residents, through his volunteer work and involvement with Werribee Football Club, Werribee Cricket Club, Werribee VFL, WRFL and the Wynbay Bulldogs. One of Harold’s many roles was attending the gate at Avalon Airport Oval on Werribee FC game days. he football club’s chief executive, Mark Penaluna, said: “Harold was a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face. “I never heard anyone speak ill of Harold and I think that is a measure of any person”. he Werribee Football Club paid homage to Harold on its Facebook page last week, which resulted in hundreds of people leaving comments about their memories of him. Several people commented about how much they enjoyed chatting with Harold on game days, describing him as “a beautiful man” and “a true gentleman”. he Wynbay Bulldogs, a community football team dedicated to providing sporting and recreational opportunities to people from Wyndham and Hobsons Bay, also posted a tribute to Harold on its Facebook page. Harold was a life member of the Wynbay Bulldogs, with the post describing him as “an integral part” of the team. he post said the number of ways in which Harold contributed to the team was “really too many to name” but included helping people access the club building; checking team sheets for accuracy; sweeping out the rooms;
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attending training and games; and manning the scoreboard. “Rest in Peace Harold and keep an eye on our score, it’s not about winning but next season we just might give it a go for you!” the post said. In September 2016, Harold was presented with a ‘Champions of the Code’ award by
the state government. he awards honour volunteers in local football. At the time, Werribee MP Tim Pallas said: “Harold is a worthy recipient of the award – a true champion of the code.” Harold is survived by his three children and grandchildren.
WEstjustice will receive $321,500 in funding from the state and federal governments, as part of eforts to help community legal centres respond to the coronavirus. WEstjustice, which has oices in Footscray, Werribee and Sunshine, provides free legal help to people in the western suburbs of Melbourne. he funding will help WEstjustice to continue to deliver frontline legal assistance during the COVID-19 crisis. he funding will also assist WEstjustice in upgrading its technology, so that more community members will be able to access online legal help. A statement from the state government said that WEstjustice has been responding to increased demand due to the impacts of COVID-19, providing clients with help on a range of issues including family-violence related matters, ines, tenancy and housing matters. Werribee MP Tim Pallas said: “WEstjustice does vital work supporting people in our community every day, this extra support recognises that work as well as the challenges of operating during the coronavirus pandemic.” Footscray MP Katie Hall said: “With this funding boost our community can be assured that they will continue to have a place to turn for legal help when they need it.” Details: www.westjustice.org.au
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he state government has purchased land for the future Point Cook police station. Altona MP Jill Hennessy recently announced the news, ater the state government spent $4.5 million to buy a 12,350 square metre site at 85 Point Cook Homestead Road. “As Point Cook grows rapidly and available land is increasingly limited, this announcement ensures that we have an appropriate site to meet the future planning needs of our community,” Ms Hennessy said. “Melbourne’s west is one of
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the fastest-growing areas in the country and securing land now will ensure the community and our police have the facilities they need. Ms Hennessy said the Wyndham municipality was already serviced by the 24-hour Werribee police station and
non-24-hour Wyndham North station. Earlier this year, the state government allocated 93 new Victoria Police oicers to the Westgate division, including 42 oicers to specialist roles. he Westgate division covers the municipalities of Wyndham and Hobsons Bay. “With more police on the streets than ever before, we’re committed to providing Victoria Police with the resources they need to keep local communities safe right across the state,” Ms Hennessy said. In May 2018, the state government announced funding to search for, and acquire
land for, the future Point Cook police station, as part of its yearly state budget. At the time, Ms Hennessy said: “I am proud to have secured this critical irst step for our community, and will continue to advocate for more police, more protection, and more prevention for my electorate.” A Victoria Police spokesperson said settlement for the future Point Cook station site occurred on March 30. “Design, tender, and construction of the police station are subject to the state government budget process,” the spokesperson said.
Jaime’s luid art rocks of time for hours when I’m doing it and I’m deinitely addicted to it,” she said. “Until a year ago, I was not artistic – I’m still struggling to actually describe myself as an artist.” Ms Russell said that when she began posting images of her creations on Facebook and Instagram, people began asking how much she wanted for the paintings. his inspired her to start a small business, named Puddles of Colour Art, selling her works online and at markets. Ms Russell said she worked full-time, but being in lockdown due to COVID-19 had given her more time to devote to art ater hours. Ms Russell said that in the future, she hoped to start teaching luid art. She would also like to build a shed in her backyard, to use as an art studio. Details: https://puddlesofcolourart.com.au/
Artist Jaime Russell says that she was not creative until a chance discovery at Werribee South beach sparked her passion for painting. Ms Russell, a Point Cook resident, said she was supervising her son and his friends doing clean-up work at the beach, when they found some painted rocks. In recent years, it has become popular for people to paint rocks and hide them in outdoor spaces, for children and families to ind and re-hide. Ms Russell said she loved the idea and started painting rocks to hide in the Wyndham area. his led to her discovering luid art, which uses acrylic pigments to create abstract and patterned paintings. Ms Russell said that she began teaching herself the medium, using YouTube videos and online art forums. Ms Russell said that around a year ago, she discovered an unused canvas of her daughter’s, and decided to try creating luid art upon it. “It’s unpredictable, it’s messy, I can lose track
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Something to sing about Point Cook girl Devy, who captured hearts across the nation after singing at the Eurovision – Australia Decides concert earlier this year, has written a song reminding us all to stay safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. The nine year-old performed alongside singer Kate Miller-Heidke during the Eurovision event on the Gold Coast, which was broadcast on SBS, in February. Devy said that she penned Stay Home – Coronavirus song on the second day of a 21-day songwriting challenge which she has set for herself, during the pandemic lockdown. “I do a lot of singing in my day because music is what makes me happy,” Devy said. “I write songs often because it comes naturally to me and it’s my favourite activity to do.” Devy said her dream was to become a popular pop/rap singer-songwriter. “I hope a lot of people will know me because I could bring a smile to their faces and make their day with my music,” she said. Details: https://www.facebook.com/ Devy.Iyer
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Point Cook girl Devy, who captured hearts across the nation after singing at the Eurovision – Australia Decides concert earlier this year, has written a song reminding us all to stay safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. The nine year-old performed alongside singer Kate Miller-Heidke during the Eurovision event on the Gold Coast, which was broadcast on SBS, in February. Devy said that she penned Stay Home – Coronavirus song on the second day of a 21-day songwriting challenge which she has set for herself, during the pandemic lockdown. “I do a lot of singing in my day By Alesha Capone A move by a Wyndham councillor to adopt a 10 per rate cut during the COVID-19 pandemic because music is what makes me has been described as “irresponsible” and “a vote-grab”. happy,” Devy said. At a meeting last week, Cr Intaj Khan raised a notice of motion urging the council to adopt “I write songs often because it comes the fee waiver for each property across the city.
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He described the council’s existing plan to defer rates for some businesses for six months because of the pandemic as “not good enough” and said Wyndham was home to many
extra $2.80 to $4 per week. He said he sent Cr Khan an email on March 31, urging Cr Khan to be transparent about where the cuts would be “otherwise this just looks like blatant electioneering with a council election coming up”. Cr Kim McAliney said Cr Khan had not provided any inancial modelling to support a 10 per cent rate reduction, which would result in “severe cuts” to the council’s capital programs and staf. Cr Peter Maynard said a 10 per cent cut in rates would result in the loss of about $21
million from the council’s annual budget. “his is an ill-conceived and unwarranted notice of motion, that has no sustainability for this council whatsoever,” he said. “I think it’s nothing but a vote-grab.” Cr Tony Hooper described the notice of motion as “grandstanding at best and outright manipulation at worst”. Cr John Gibbons said: “It’s a crazy motion and I oppose it”. Cr Khan was the only councillor to vote in favour of the motion, although Cr Walter Villagonzalo abstained from the inal vote.
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Truganina-based business Branthem has won an international award for innovation in branded entertainment. he Asia-Paciic Stevie Awards, the only business awards program to recognise innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Paciic region, have named Branthem as a bronze winner in the category, along with three fellow winners from China, Hong Kong and the Philippines. he Stevie Awards, which received more than 1000 nominations this year, will celebrate the award recipients during an online awards ceremony on September 22. he founder and director of Branthem, Dene Menzel, said this year was the irst time she had applied to the awards.
Branthem, a branding and marketing agency, also won a new and emerging award at last year’s Wyndham Business Awards. Ms Menzel said Branthem specialised in sonic brand design, the practice of using auditory elements – such as music - to brand a product or service. Ms Menzel said Branthem was a combination of the words “brand” and “anthem”. She said that music could connect customers to a brand, and also be used to identify a business, like a logo. “For example, everyone remembers the Aeroplance Jelly song and the Vegemite song,” she said. Details: branthem.com.au
Police are seeking help to identify a man believed to have stolen a parcel from outside a house in Beatrix Street, Point Cook last month. Police said the man drove a red Holden Commodore ute, which was displaying false registration plates, into the house’s driveway about 11.30am on June 26, before stealing the parcel. Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
Kinder relief The state government will provide a $45 million support package to kindergartens and families in term three, due to the coronavirus pandemic. The government will provide $230 per child towards kindergarten fees during the term. A second round of cleaning grants will also be provided to all early childhood services.
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By Alesha Capone A Werribee house that dates back to 1926 and is connected to a well-known farming family has been sold. Michelle Chick from Ray White Werribee said 41 Tower Road sold for $560,000 during an auction, held via an online platform, last week. Records show the three-bedroom house was last sold in 2007 for $226,000, and fetched a price of $35,000 as far back as 1985. Ms Chick said the house was originally built on another site, although it is not known where, and was moved to Werribee by the Goegan family. For many years, the house was located on the Goegan’s ive-acre farm in Werribee. he house at 43 Tower Road was also moved to the area by the Goegan family. Ms Chick said the nearby Goegan Street in Werribee was named ater the family. Number 41 Tower Road includes collectable 1956 Olympic bricks in its outdoor paving and an old brick oven coniguration in the chimney, behind a modern oven. he house also has a vegetable garden in the front and back yards. Ms Chick said that during the four-week campaign to sell the house, 58 potential buyers visited the property, many of whom enjoyed hearing about its history. “We were very controlled and cautious with the visits, using hand-sanitisers, masks, gloves, thermometers and social distancing,” she said. Ms Chick said 25 people, including ive bidders, attended the online auction. She said achieving a price of $560,000 for the house was a “fabulous result”. She said that despite the pandemic, Ray White Werribee had seen “no slowdown” in the real estate market.
he not-for-proit community WYNBUS project is planning to launch its services in Tarneit next month. Point Cook Action Group committee member Senthill Sundaram has led a team in developing the WYNBUS public transport app – a mobile ride-share system. Members of the app can book mini-bus and bus shuttles online, and select their preferred hop-on and hop-of locations from designated locations. In 2018, WYNBUS received funding through the state government’s Pick My Project initiative. Trials of the service, including as school buses, were completed in Point Cook last year and earlier this year. Mr Sundaram said WYNBUS was now preparing to launch its services in Tarneit’s Riverdale estate during late August, in a program supported by the Nanche Group and co-ordinated by resident Rishi Prabhakar. WYNBUS has invited Tarneit residents to take part in a survey, to help plan its services in the local area. he services will be subject to regulatory approvals and COVID-19 guidelines. “It’s really exciting, the community is really excited about the service. Mr Sundaram said he hoped the service would expand to include all of Wyndham through further sponsorship. See http://bit.ly/wynbustarneit for details. 41 Tower Road, Werribee sold for $560,000 during an online auction. (Supplied/Ray White Werribee)
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By Alesha Capone Two historic World War II gun emplacement foundations discovered in Werribee South will be documented and re-buried, as part of carpark works being carried out by Wyndham council. Wyndham mayor Josh Gilligan said the two large concrete pads, associated with WWII anti-aircrat training guns, were found during 2018 by contractors engaged to construct the Wyndham Harbour carpark on Beach Road. Werribee District Historical Society secretary Lance Pritchard said the gun emplacement foundations were not just used for training but were for the protection of Melbourne in case of an attack during WWII. he council suspended carpark construction works and engaged an independent archaeologist to assess the historical signiicance of the site and recommend any further action. A study was sent to Heritage Victoria, the body responsible for archaeological matters. Cr Gilligan said Heritage Victoria granted consent for the temporary exposure of the gun emplacements to record them prior to their reburial. he council, along with an archaeologist, began uncovering the 1940s gun emplacement foundations ive weeks ago, in accordance with the requirements set by Heritage Victoria. “he archaeologist found that the emplacements were of moderate local heritage signiicance due to their social and historic value but were of low archaeological value,� Cr Gilligan said. “he emplacements have been documented and the indings sent to Heritage Victoria. “We now plan to rebury the site as required by Heritage Victoria and incorporate paving at
Werribee South resident Nick Delios, at the gun mounts that were uncovered at the Werribee South foreshore. (Damjan Janevski) 211429_01
said. Cr Gilligan said the archaeological integrity of the gun emplacements would be protected through reburial in a way that ensures the area can be uncovered again in the future, should the need arise. Mr Pritchard said he was “happy with the approach being taken� towards the gun emplacement foundations.
the carpark to outline the location of the gun emplacements, along with signage explaining the signiicance of the ind.� Cr Gilligan said that, during excavation, “some very minor chipping and scuf marks on the artefacts has occurred�. “he work was carried out under the supervision of an archaeologist, who has found that no substantial damage has been done,� he
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Wyndham council’s Morning Melodies have returned to the stage. he musical events are being performed at the Encore Events Centre and streamed live on Facebook for residents to watch, free of charge. Wyndham’s arts and heritage portfolio holder Cr Tony Hooper, said Morning Melodies had a loyal following within the community. “While you may not be able to attend the event in person, you can watch the show with a friend or the family and enjoy a morning tea together while watching these talented performers online,� Cr Hooper said. “Council has been in touch with aged care homes to see how they can help share these live performances to residents and recreate the magic of Morning Melodies in a home setting. “We are aware that groups of people who are more vulnerable to the virus need more online entertainment while they stay safe at home,� Cr Hooper said. he irst Wyndham Morning Melodies event streamed live on Facebook was a Buble and Crooners Show, which was broadcast last Tuesday. In August, a Beatles-themed performance will be staged, September will feature the music of Elvis and in October an ABBA duo will sing the band’s top hits. Details: www.facebook.com/ experiencewyndham Alesha Capone
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Sweet treat for couple Baking is a sweet treat for Point Cook couple Sarah Ward and Daniel Campbell. he pair both work full-time, but also run a small business called Fistful of Flour. “Daniel is a qualiied baker and I have a passion for baking. We really enjoy baking for others and from there the plan grew,” Ms Ward said. “Fistful of Flour is about good-quality home-baked sweets which are all baked from scratch. “We do have a strong focus on creating sweets that people love and sometimes don’t see every day, like our loved Key lime pie or our famous Sm’Oreo Tart, but we also do the classics like lemon tart.” he pair began selling their tarts, cookies and doughnuts at markets in Williamstown and Altona Meadows about
12 months ago, but the markets have been placed on hold due to COVID-19. Before the pandemic lockdown, they also supplied Point Cook café Bean Smuggler with treats to sell. Mr Campbell said that the pandemic has impacted upon the business, but that he and Ms Ward “are making the best of this challenging situation”. “However, if you jump on to our Facebook you can request orders and during COVID we have done special weekends which allows the community to get their Fistful of Flour ix,” he said. Details: https://www.facebook.com/FistfulofFlour/, or @istfulolour on Instagram. Alesha Capone
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Life in lockdown Residents across the west give us a glimpse into what’s keeping them occupied during a return to lockdown.
Above: Jai, 8, Zavier, 3 and Dakotah, 12, exploring the You Yangs in lockdown. Left: Tim Shackle has rolled out the ultimate backyard cricket pitch. Right: Kelly Foreman is in to week 18 of work from home and Frankie J Sausage is still crashing video conferencing calls.
Right: Melanie Bujukovski says she’s been busy crocheting when the kids let her. Below: Sharon and Bella. Below right: Tom and Bella playing tennis, and Scrabble.
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Above: Ella, 12, and Lily, 10, have been practising their hairdressing. Left: Meena trying out masks. Below: Ali and her seven-year-old son Lucas.
Top: Willow, 2, having fun in the garden. Above: Taylor, 6, and Toby, 13, taking Slayer for a walk to get fresh air last lockdown. Left: Charlotte, 12, in lockdown dressed up ready to “drive”. Right: Lorraine has made reusable shopping and produce bags for the Sunbury Boomerang Bag group.
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Masks through the ages By Goya Dmytryshchak Masks might come to symbolise 2020 but they have an intriguing history, as one can discover from Scienceworks’ Museum at Home. While the Spotswood venue remains closed, its Museum at Home and other virtual resources are keeping children and adults entertained and informed, particularly as many engage in home schooling during lockdown. A dive into the vaults of Museums Victoria has resulted in photos and stories of ‘10 peculiar and splendid masks’, showcasing masks through the ages. From the Golden Mask of Tutankhamun to dust masks worn by ireighters in the 2009 Black Saturday inferno, multiple masks and their purposes are featured. From the Museums Victoria collection emerge photos of a glamour mask by fashion designer Prue Acton and blizzard masks made in the 1950s in Richmond for Australian research expeditions to Antarctica. Other photos reveal masked men and costumed boys dressed up for entertainment at the Ballarat Gala Day in 1935. Wartime photos show gas masks worn by nurses standing in front of the 7th Australian General Hospital in Palestine during WWII and a British WWI small box respirator with haversack. Another shows a mask of a mask –the moulded and painted face mask of ventriloquist doll Gerry Gee. here are also cane masks from Papua New Guinea – some covering the whole body – that were used in initiation rituals. A timely addition that’s part of Museum at Home is called ‘Collecting the Curve’, a compilation of photos and stories capturing Victorian experiences of the
COVID-19 pandemic. Chief executive Lynley Crosswell said stories and items would continue to be shared in the weeks and months ahead as they were added to the “living” state collection. “Collecting the Curve will also include a series of spirited discussions that will present the virus and its impact from diferent viewpoints, ranging from prominent scientists and researchers to families experiencing forced quarantine,” she said. Museum at Home learning facilitator Marie Kinsey said the online platform contained articles, videos and activities for families and children to experience at home. Whether exploring gravity or how to make slime, educational resources are available for people to just watch or interact with online. he curriculum-aligned program aims to support teachers, students and families with content related to science, humanities and STEM. “We now have an educational page which has links to a virtual tour of our museum,” Ms Kinsey said. “So, you can travel through the Scienceworks’ space and take a look at some of the collections virtually and identify a few objects and ill out some questions or thoughts or discussions about what those objects are. “It’s an activity that both activates our space that we have, which unfortunately is closed at the moment but they can still interact with it. “Or, it takes some simple round-the-home things that you may have, such as the cornlour slime video … you just need a few ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen and … you can physically make something and explore some scientiic concepts of states Top: Masked men and costumed boys at the Ballarat Gala Day in 1935. Above: Two nurses in front of of matter and luids and liquids and solids and the 7th Australian General Hospital in Palestine during WWII; A British World War I small box respirator how they interact and work.” with haversack; Moulded and painted face mask of ventriloquist doll Gerry Gee. (Pictures: Museums Victoria)
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Top: Melisa Wright (second from left) with daughters Danniella and Cassy, and husband Greg, and the OzHarvest truck. Above: Wyndham Hearts in Hands volunteers with donated food. Right: Boxes of food awaiting pick-up by people seeking help from Wyndham Hearts in Hands. (Pictures: Supplied)
Calls for help triple during lockdown he founder of a Wyndham community charity group says the number of people seeking assistance has soared since the irst pandemic lockdown started in March. Melisa Wright started Wyndham Hearts in Hands in January 2018, ater she noticed a gap in services available, including to mothers leeing violent homes. Ms Wright said that while a lot of charities only help people who possess a concession card, Wyndham Hearts in Hands – which relies on donations from the community – will help out any Wyndham resident. She said the organisation began receiving deliveries from OzHarvest in 2018, allowing the group to start giving fruit and vegetables to people in need every Wednesday. 12 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 22 July, 2020
Since the pandemic lockdown began, demand for “Fruit and Veg Wednesdays” had tripled. “We used to get about 20 families through, now we have more than 60 families. We were lucky that OzHarvest started their essential boxes so we were able to keep up to some of the demand,” she said. “A big chunk of those seeking help at the moment have lost their jobs fully, there are some families who only need help on a fortnightly basis due to only losing some hours.” Ms Wright said that when she started Wyndham Hearts in Hands, she was the sole operator, now she has three administrators helping her out, including her main volunteer Heather.
“She is the one who delivers bread to those who don’t drive … she makes meals and makes sure a group of oldies have food in their fridge, she makes sure kids don’t go without on their birthday,” Ms Wright said. Ms Wright said that she wanted to help others “for the smiles, not the thank-yous”. “I always get embarrassed by the thank-yous, because that is not why I do it, I do it because I want to,” she said. She said anyone wanting to donate goods to Wyndham Hearts in Hands, or to seek help, could join the group’s Facebook page, email wyndhamhearts@gmail.com or contact her during business hours on 04008 32215. See https://www.ozharvest.org/give-a-little-love/ to donate to OzHarvest.
he architects of the Wunggurrwil Dhurrung Centre in Wyndham Vale have been recognised at the Victorian Architecture Awards. Gresley Abas Architects and Gregory Burgess Architects won the Sustainable Architecture Award earlier this month. Wyndham’s environment and sustainability portfolio holder Cr Heather Marcus congratulated the architectural teams, who worked with council and the Koling wada-ngal Committee (formerly the Wyndham Aboriginal Community Centre Committee) to include community feedback into the centre’s design. he Wunggurrwil Dhurrung Centre was constructed last year, to be a gathering space for the Aboriginal communities in Wyndham, as well as a local early years and community centre. Cr Marcus said the building had a ive-star green star rating and all materials and ittings were sustainably sourced. Gresley Abas director Ahmad Abas said there was a connection between the centre and the local landscape. “he whole idea was to create a place that becomes a site for the community, where they come together to feel safe, and continue to strengthen and connect with each other,” he said.
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Pizza shop robber sentenced By Alesha Capone A man who committed an aggravated burglary and assault at a Werribee pizza shop, and later threatened police with a hammer, has been sentenced to 12 months in jail. However, the 360 days which the man has already spent in custody while awaiting a court hearing will count towards his overall sentence. Jac Walls, 21, faced the County Court on June 25 and was sentenced on July 2. Walls pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary, common assault, recklessly causing injury,
damaging property, two charges of unlawful assault, assaulting an emergency worker on duty and resisting an emergency worker on duty. he court heard that on July 7 last year, Walls entered a Quarbing Street pizza store while four employees were present. Judge Mark Dean said Walls punched one worker in the face, then punched another employee who came to their colleague’s aid. One of the employees armed himself with a rolling pin, but Walls took it from the man and hit him with it, Judge Dean said. “A further struggle occurred and you threw a chair in
the direction of two other staf members and damaged the computer screen with the rolling pin, before leaving the shop,” he said. Judge Dean said Walls stole a can of Coke from the store before leeing. “he following morning, police attended at your house to arrest you and you used a hammer to resist them and threatened them with it.” Judge Dean said that at the time of the armed burglary, Walls had consumed a signiicant quantity of Xanax and alcohol. Judge Dean said one of the men who was
punched by Walls had submitted a victim impact statement to the court. “I accept that your ofending has had a traumatic efect on him and that he requires further treatment to correct an injury that you caused to his nose,” he said. Judge Dean said Walls had entered an early plea of guilty. “I accept that it is evidence of genuine remorse by you for your ofending and it has spared your victims the burden of giving evidence in this case,” he said. Judge Dean also sentenced Walls to an 18-month community correction order.
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City of Greater Geelong horticulturalist Tim Hardy, Geelong Botanic Gardens supervisor Ash Filipovski and Cr Anthony Aitken. (Supplied)
Plant venture links zoo, council Geelong Botanic Gardens and Werribee Open Range Zoo have joined forces to share plants and expertise during the coronavirus pandemic. he collaboration grew ater Greater Geelong council ofered surplus plants from the gardens’ South African collection to the zoo, which has happily rehomed species including yuccas, aloes, euphorbias, senecios, cassinias and agaves as part of a revegetation project. Geelong’s Botanic Gardens (GBG) is home to 150 South African plants in its 21st Century section, which showcases drought-tolerant species that are suited to Australia’s climate.
In exchange for the plants, Werribee Open Range Zoo has shared information about its planting program with GBG and suggested ways to develop educational elements within the gardens. his advice will be put into action as part of special plant showcases to be held in the Geelong Botanic Gardens over the coming months. Greater Geelong’s parks, gardens and city services portfolio chair, Cr Anthony Aitken, said: “I love the Geelong Botanic Gardens and I love the Werribee Zoo. “To develop a project that brings these two together has been a fantastic opportunity.
“Our community has been challenged during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, however, new relationships have also formed from a need to support one another. We look forward to working with the zoo for years to come.” Werribee Open Range Zoo horticulture and grounds manager, Craig Shalders, thanked GBG for the plants. “he horticulture team at Werribee Open Range Zoo looks forward to continuing to work with Geelong Botanic Gardens by sharing our care for plants and conservation,” he said. Werribee Open Range Zoo is presently closed to the public under the stage three pandemic restrictions.
Wyndham council will soon begin hosting online Australian citizenship ceremonies, for the irst time in its history. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the council is not ofering face-to-face citizenship ceremonies until further notice. Mayor Josh Gilligan said the ceremonies would take place via an “easy-to-navigate and secure platform” that the council has been using for all of its online meetings. he ceremonies will take place from the end of July until Tuesday, September 22, when the council’s caretaker period kicks in ahead of the October state-wide council elections. Wyndham council’s events team will contact eligible citizenship ceremony participants in coming weeks, based on a list provided by the Department of Home Afairs. “I’m so pleased council will once more help many of our residents achieve their dreams of becoming Australian citizens,” Cr Gilligan said. “I’m committing to a target of processing 500 Wyndham prospective citizens between now and the end of my mayoral term to ensure residents in our community are not disadvantaged by the COVID-19 delay in becoming an Australian citizen. “Each ceremony will be held on an individual basis, between myself as presiding oicer and the conferee, except for family members, who can be conferred in a single ceremony.” Details: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ citizenshipceremonies
Childcare centre up for sale A Werribee childcare centre is for sale. he Wallaby Childcare centre at 209 Black Forest Road will be sold through an expressions of interest process, which is set to close at 3pm on Wednesday, August 12, unless the property is sold prior. he centre is being sold through commercial agency Burgess Rawson. Burgess Rawson childcare specialist Adam homas said: “Wallaby Childcare is a premium, private operator with a strong, established business that is highly regarded.” he Werribee centre is licensed for 149 long day-care places and returns $409,750 per annum, plus GST and outgoings. Occupying a 2885 square metre site, the 1003 square metre building comes with a 15-year net lease, plus two further 10-year options and a ixed three per cent annual rent increase.
he building is also located 450 metres from Wyndham Vale Primary School and 500 metres from St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, which is set to open in January next year. Mr homas said childcare centres were oten a secure investment for buyers. “It’s an essential service and the federal government underpins the sector, as evidenced by the amount of support shown during the April-May period,” Mr homas says. “With Melbourne now re-entering a stage three lockdown, childcare gap payments are still being provided to the centres, even if a child doesn’t attend, further highlighting the sector’s stability.” Inquiries: 9613 0400 or burgessrawson.com. au
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Avalon takes safety to new level Domestic travellers at Avalon Airport will enjoy a new experience as they pass through the airport when lights recommence once border restrictions are lifted.
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ith the installation of state-of-the-art touchless technology and new security upgrades, chief executive Justin Giddings says that Avalon users will have minimal contact with other passengers as they move through the terminal. “Avalon has been using the COVID-19 downtime to continue with planned upgrades,” Mr Giddings says. “In fact, the cancellation of lights during this period has actually meant the work could be done far more quickly. “We’ve become one of the irst airports in the nation to transition its security systems to using 100 per cent CT technology, with the installation of a new Rapiscan CT scanner, body scanner and checked baggage screening (CBS) machine.” The zero-contact security body scanners automatically detect potentially dangerous items carried on a person’s body or in clothing. The CBS machine and the CT scanner create three-dimensional images of baggage, providing security personnel with a clearer view of the contents – which means passengers will be able to leave laptops in their bags. The airport is also planning to install six new touchless Elenium Automation check-in kiosks where, instead of touching screens or physical surfaces, passengers
Avalon Airport’s new Rapiscan CT and body scanner. (Supplied)
will be able to control and interact with the device using head movements. “The partnership between Elenium and Avalon demonstrates how quickly a response to the COVID-19 virus can be implemented,” continues Mr Giddings. “This solution lets passengers go through the self-service experience without touching a device – a seamless, intuitive and safe
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State steps up for businesses Member for Werribee and Treasurer of Victoria Tim Pallas says that the coronavirus pandemic is having a devastating impact on lives and livelihoods throughout Victoria.
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r Pallas states: “The Victorian government is taking all the necessary steps to support businesses, households and workers through to the other side of this worldwide crisis – including our own local small businesses. “The government has announced more than $6 billion in economic support measures to help businesses and workers with the economic recovery.
As from June:
• 351 businesses across Wyndham have received full payroll tax refunds – totalling almost $10 million in cash back in the bank accounts of Wyndham businesses. • 1021 businesses across Wyndham have received $10,000 grants to help stay aloat thanks to the government’s Business Support Fund. • Hundreds more businesses are beneiting from targeted JobKeeper exemptions from payroll tax and WorkCover, and fast-tracked payment of supplier invoices. He adds that the $500 million Tenancies Package is providing certainty to commercial and residential tenants and landlords. “This includes a ban on evictions, rent relief, and a freeze to rent increases for eligible tenants, as well as tax relief for eligible landlords.
Station Place in Werribee. (Supplied)
“Our $2.7 billion Building Works package is funding shovel-ready projects in Wyndham and around Victoria to get thousands of people back to work. The package will create 3700 direct jobs and thousands more indirect jobs, supporting local businesses and driving economic activity. “We are also helping Victorians ind new jobs, with the $500 million Working for Victoria fund, and we’ve frozen a host of fees, charges and levies at their current
levels, including car registration, trafic infringements, and permit fees. We are ighting for every job, and every industry. “Recognising that the return to Stage 3 restrictions will have a signiicant impact on businesses and their staff, the Government has rolled out a $534 million Business Survival Package, with cash grants for struggling businesses, business advisory and mental health support for business owners, expanded payroll tax deferrals, and
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Body of work impresses George Kalliidas loved cars so much he left school to start a panel beating apprenticeship, a start many years ago that steered George into ultimately heading up one of only four Porsche certiied collision centres.
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eorge and his highly skilled team at George & Co Bodyworks (formerly North Williamstown Motor Bodyworks) specialise in Porsche, as well as all European brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Each of these famous names immediately speak of luxury, and owners of such vehicles will naturally demand the best when it comes to body repairs. “Why would they not want the best, when their cars are so special?” George asks. “The work of our team, too, is certainly ‘special’ enough to satisfy the fussiest customer.”
Why choose George & co? George says satisfying his customers’ needs is top priority. “We all love seeing the pleasure on the faces of people who’ve had their pride and joy smashed up in an accident, or damaged in some other way, return to ind their vehicle is back to pre-accident condition. “That’s always our aim - returning the car back to pre-accident condition. “It’s what we’re proud of, and our great customer feedback during 30-plus years tells us we’re on the right track – and is why we’re trusted with elite Porsche certiication.”
Joe Loiacono and George Kalliidas at George & Co Bodyworks. (Damjan Janevski)
About the team George says his team members are a key factor of the business. “We’re all on the same page with what the business tries to achieve: top quality workmanship and high levels of customer satisfaction. “We believe that good communication is essential to delivering an all-round
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Feeling safe – in good times and bad Living through the pandemic has highlighted for many people how invaluable it is – or would be – to feel secure, and within the shared care of close community.
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ernadette Reading, manager from Allswell’s Federation Village Werribee, meets more and more seniors who seek out security, even in the best of times – along with “that good old-fashioned relationship with their neighbours and local community”, as she puts it. That’s exactly what Federation Village is all about, as Bernadette explains. “Our residents have the opportunity to create lifelong friendships with like-minded people, while achieving retirement goals, all with the convenience of maintained community facilities. “We prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing of residents, clients, onsite teams and visitors.” Allswell’s Federation Village Werribee offers downsizers a choice of affordable pre-owned one and two-bedroom homes, and a pet-friendly environment. A residential land-lease community, it allows residents to own their own homes and pay a weekly site fee which contributes to the maintenance and improvement of the village facilities. The village is kept well maintained and supervised by full-time staff. “There’s plenty to do here,” Bernadette continues. “We have a clubhouse, the hub of activities and events, as well as a solar-heated pool, a gym, and a bowling green. It’s a great place to put down roots,
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enjoy freedom and wellbeing, and make social connections as people head into their older years.” Bernadette says Federation Village is continuing with business as usual in coronavirus times. “Village tours and inspections of
pre-owned homes for sale will continue, but appointments are required. We follow COVID-19 Management guidelines, as issued by the Victorian government, so things are as safe as possible. “However, for people who don’t feel comfortable popping into the community,
we have implemented new technology. Just go to the website below and connect via a 3D tour.” Allswell Federation Village Werribee, 2A Railway Avenue, Werribee. Inquiries: 0414 483 045 or www.frv.com.au
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Carpet Court has you covered If you’re busying yourself with some home reno’s during lockdown, Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court is open and an ideal place to see choices for looring and window coverings.
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tore manager Ron May reassures the community that the business is following all guidelines to ensure customers’ safety during the pandemic. “The store has plenty of history, advice and knowledge to offer,” Ron says. “We are following all the correct procedures in hygiene and social distancing so that customers can have the conidence to come and see us and feel safe doing so.” Ron leads the dedicated team who will ensure an inspiring and completely hassle-free shopping experience. “We have a growing network of 200 stores across every state and territory in Australia, so our bulk buying power is second to none,” he says. He says there is a range of offerings in all styles and colours catering to a surge in DIYers visiting the store. The experienced team is on hand to offer sage advice on the extensive range of products available and latest trends in interior furnishing with guidance from one of Australia’s best known and respected interior designers Darren Palmer and experienced home renovator Shelley Craft, both Carpet Court ambassadors. “Their design and reno know-how and expertise, combined with the specialist product knowledge of the Hoppers Crossing team, means we’ve always got our ingers on what’s hot and happening in the design
Ron May, Nirani Masseni and Brittney Slejko at Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court. (Rebecca Mackay)
scene,” Ron says. “We’re also constantly evolving and growing our product ranges to ensure we provide creative and practical solutions for anyone looking to create a beautiful sanctuary at home.” Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court can also deliver budget-friendly options in looring that will give any home a designer look and feel for a fraction of the expected price. “We can deinitely help you ind a solution to meet your needs,” Ron says.
“These days the choices for looring are seemingly endless with options from carpet to concrete, laminate, vinyl, timber and more. “But we always recommend you keep in mind that your looring is much more than a design decision, it also has to be functional enough to cater for your lifestyle.” Options for the ever on-trend carpet include an array of wool or synthetic ibres and designs from which to choose from. Then there’s hard looring, multilayer
hybrid, timber, vinyl, bamboo or laminate. The huge range of window coverings come in a variety of colours and styles with roller blinds, vertical blinds, panel glide, Venetian, Roman or indoor shutters. Hoppers Crossing Carpet Court, 192 Old Geelong Road Hoppers Crossing. Open 9am5.30pm Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9749 3811 or visit www.carpetcourt.com.au
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Range Rover powers ahead By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring he new Range Rover Sport SVR Carbon Edition is the high-performance lagship of the range. Designed, engineered and developed by Special Vehicle Operations, the luxury performance SUV is hand-inished in Coventry, UK.
he 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine produces 423kW (575PS) and generates 700Nm of torque. It can power the SVR from zero to 100km/h in 4.5 seconds and to a top speed of 283km/h. Coupled with bespoke enhancements to the chassis, the SVR delivers more dynamic handling. he engineers focused on controlling
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Care and community is the Casaccio way It’s said every cloud has a silver lining, so even gloomy coronavirus reveals some unanticipated bright spots, writes Carole Levy. One of these is the heightened enthusiasm for eggs from Werribee’s own Casaccio Egg Farm. Another is the farm’s burgeoning Facebook community, inspired by the Italian family’s love of food, which connects with customers in a caring, dynamic way. One of the farm’s directors Lina CasaccioSfetcopoulos, says that many in their Facebook community of friends and fellow foodies bring their amazing baked treats using Casaccio eggs into the farmgate store to share. “We’re so lucky to have tasted some wonderful Casaccio eggs-based food from our lovely customers,” Lina says. “We have some terriic photos on our Facebook page showing all kinds of treats, as well as a few dishes we’ve cooked up. And recipes from @Australianeggs are also available.” Lina shares with other family members [pictured] a real desire to inspire good nutrition and a love for food, with a Casaccio egg the key ingredient. “We also believe that cooking is not just about putting food on the table; it’s about passing on traditions and culture within our families, and spending time together. “Now that we’re at home more during the pandemic, we have a great chance to spend fun time around cooking with the kids, teaching them simple recipes. “And maybe their irst success will be counted as a new family favourite, a tradition in the making.” hird generation farm managers Greg, Nunz and Tony take pride in producing top quality eggs that are of highest standard. hey place top priority on the lock’s welfare, just as the Casaccio family did right from the beginning.
Emma Casaccio-Adamo, Jasmine Adamo (fourth generation), Lina Casaccio-Sfetcopoulos and Nicole Casaccio of Casaccio Egg Farm. (Supplied) Right: Casaccio’s farm-fresh eggs are available via a safe and contactless online order delivery service. (Pictures: Carolina Elizabeth Photography)
Starting with just 2000 hens more than 55 years ago, the farm now has environmentally friendly automated hen houses, free-range systems, and a state-of-the-art grading loor. he farmgate store doesn’t just sell eggs. here’s a whole range of Australian-made culture-based foods, such as Aurora gelato and desserts, La Bellisima Fresh Pasta, Manuka
honey and Arancini Art’s famous arancini. As well, specialty meats are available - such as spitchcock, duck, quail and turkey, among others. Visit the farm’s shop, where you’ll get a warm welcome from the family, and plenty of parking. Or with lockdowns and iso in play, farm
fresh eggs can be had via a safe and contactless online order delivery service. Casaccio Egg Farm, 170-198 Bulban Road, Werribee. Inquiries: 9741 0185, visit www.farmeggsonline.com.au or join Casaccio Egg Farm’s Facebook group.
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Buy local and keep Wyndham ticking Did you know that when you buy from a Wyndham business, you’re not only supporting the Wyndham economy, but also helping your neighbours? Indeed, the vast majority of Wyndham’s 20,000 businesses are owned and operated by Wyndham residents. hese small businesses are the lifeblood of the Wyndham community, adding vibrancy to our suburbs and providing us with important services. During this challenging period, Wyndham City Council is encouraging residents to continue buying the products and services they love – and to buy them from local businesses. Wyndham mayor Cr Josh Gilligan said for every $100 spent in the local economy, $67.16 stays in Wyndham, but the same amount of money spent on a non-Wyndham online site only retains $4.17. “So, something as simple as buying a new pair of shoes or employing a tradesperson from a local Wyndham business has a very big impact on our community,” Cr Gilligan said. Furthermore, many Wyndham businesses are innovating their products and services, to adapt to the current climate. Gracie’s Boutique in Point Cook, for example, recently started selling a range of colourful face masks, along with its usual range of clothes, jewellery and homewares. Owner Kerrie White said the masks had been a hit with customers. “I couldn’t have conceived what the demand would be like, it’s been absolutely huge!” Kerrie said. “We’re making as many diferent options and styles as possible and will adapt our oferings based on customers’ feedback.” “People will work out which ones they like… We will probably end up with not just one or two face masks, but a whole draw full.”
Wyndham businesses David McCarthy Plumbing, Melt On Grill Werribee, Junction Meats and Gracie’s Boutique. (Pictures supplied)
Kerrie has engaged eight Wyndham women to make the masks, including several teenagers, and she is proud to be providing new work opportunities to local residents. Gracie’s Boutique is just one example of a
local business that has innovated the way it is operating. Many businesses are now ofering takeaway food packages, delivering straight to your door and have implemented strict new cleaning
practises to comply with COVID-19 hygiene protocols. Learn more about how you can continue to support local Wyndham businesses by visiting www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/wyndhamopen.
Thanks for supporting Wyndham’s local businesses Thanks for your continued support of Wyndham’s local economy. When you buy from local Wyndham businesses you are helping your neighbours and protecting local jobs. For every $100 spent in the local economy, $67.16 stays in Wyndham
If you shop online from a non-Wyndham retailer only $4.17 stays here
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Education is key to tackling COVID-19 pandemic Working together as a community is the only way through the COVID-19 pandemic, Wyndham doctor Saad Albarki says. Friendly Medical Clinic has been treating patients in Werribee for the past 15 years, with a sister clinic opening in Truganina ive years ago under the banner of Health West Medical and Specialist Centre. Dr. Albarki, who consults at both clinics, says educating the public about the current health emergency is key. “Our frontline health workers are really working hard to help the community,” he says. “We have to be vigilant, we have to follow the health guidelines and we have to educate our people. “Some are in denial … and some that I hear from do not consider COVID to be an issue but we are in a pandemic, it does kill and it does affect all ages. “Unless we all work together and take care to protect ourselves, our kids and our elderly – we will only see the number of cases increase.” Both clinics are taking extra safety precautions by conducting Telehealth phone consultations, temperature checking and advising all patients about COVID guidelines. They have Australian General Practice accreditation, bulk-bill and have a skilled and experienced team of allied health and specialist doctors on board. Clinics are equipped to carefully handle acute and chronic diseases, diabetes, asthma and skin cancer, as well as providing specialist services such as cardiology and geriatrics. Dr. Albarki has a particular interest in performing minor surgeries, such as circumcision and biopsies for lesions and lumps. He’s joined by Dr. Michael Jones, a cardiologist
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working at both clinics for the past three years with a focus on family health issues. For those who are wanting a homeopathic form of health care, Ms Sharan Sandhu is a qualiied registered nurse with a certiicate in vital care homeopathy. Bookings are by appointment only. Dr. Albarki says the whole team takes pride in a friendly and supportive approach. “We treat each patient as we would a member of our own families,” he says. “From the smile that greets patients at the door to a simple consultation or complex procedure, communication and serving our patients is integral to everything we do.” Many languages, in addition to English, are spoken at the clinics including Arabic, Hindu, Urdu, Maltese and Filipino – a relection of Wyndham’s vibrant multicultural community. Among the many services available, Enrich Physio is on site and has a team of experienced physiotherapists to help with sports, work and other injuries. Along with Cardiac Diagnostics and 4 Cyte Pathology, allied health services on site also include mental health holistic care, a clinic providing holistic and strength-based counselling to help families and people aged 12 years and older; Comfort Feet, providing general and clinical podiatry and custom-designed insoles; and Oral Square Dental Clinic, providing the latest general and orthodontic dentistry. Friendly Medical Centre, 83 Watton Street, Werribee. Opens 9am-6pm weekdays, 9am-1pm Saturday. Inquiries: 9741 0074. Healthwest Medical Centre, 549 Morris Road, Truganina. Opens 9am-9pm weekdays, 9am-5pm weekends. Inquiries: 8360 3877.
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Supporting relationships through life’s challenges Relationship Matters has been providing support for families and individuals with relationship issues for more than 70 years. A not-for-proit organisation, it offers a diverse range of helpful services including counselling, family therapy, mediation and relationship education. Manager of the western region Archana Bhat, says due to the additional challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone can do with some extra support right now. “The service operates at Wyndham and Geelong centres and the aim is to ensure every client has access to services,” Archana says. “The staff at the Wyndham centre are highly trained in family therapy, Gottman’s relationship counselling and child counselling. “On initial intake we identify each client’s needs and match them with a service that will maximise beneits for each client. “We’re currently also providing telehealth services so we can offer additional support to those who may need it during the lockdown.” Archana says the team has helped many clients with a multitude of relationship issues
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Hyundai is very serious about the transition to electric vehicles and the Ioniq is the Korean marque’s irst dedicated eco vehicle. here is no petrol-only variant – it’s sold with a choice of three electriied powertrains – Pure Electric, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid hough it was introduced less than a year ago, the Ioniq recently received a major update. he most important change is that it beneits from a refreshed Australian chassis tune.
Prices vary considerably depending on the powertrain: Hybrid Elite: $35,140 Hybrid Premium: $40,390 Plug-in Hybrid Elite: $42,410 Plug-in Hybrid Premium: $46,950 Electric Elite: $48,970 Electric Premium: $53,010
Styling Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Hyundai dealer for drive-away prices.
his is a long, sleek ive-door hatch that’s mainstream in its shape. It has an impressively low Cd number of 0.28. Styling changes for 2020 include redesigned front and rear lights, with the rears now extending across the full width. here are reshaped front grilles and new-design alloy wheels.
Interior Inside the 2020 Ioniq there’s a revised dashboard intended to give it a more upmarket look and feel. It has premium sot-touch inishes, as well as ambient lighting in the Premium and Electric versions.
Infotainment A new, tablet-style multimedia unit displays on a 10.25-inch screen. It gives access to satellite navigation and multimedia. It has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
Engines / transmissions Ioniq Hybrid is driven mainly by a 77kW/147Nm petrol engine. his works in conjunction with a 32kW/170Nm electric motor.
Hyundai Ioniq is a long, sleek ive-door hatch. (Supplied)
Safety Hyundai’s extensive SmartSense safety suite has been expanded and now has High Beam Assist with the Driver Attention Warning system being upgraded. here are seven airbags and IsoFix child seat mounting points on the rear two seats.
Driving When you hit the accelerator the car reacts instantly as the electric motor is at full strength immediately. he seamless torque of an electric motor, the near-silence of its powertrain is lovely to sit behind. he petrol engine is very quiet and smooth.
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he two powerplants work well with one another by courtesy of the computer. When you dial up the regenerative braking to full strength, the bulk of the driving can be done by simply modulating the accelerator pedal – you only ever need to prod the brakes when coming to a complete halt. Just about everyone we have spoken to who has driven an electric or hybrid say they enjoy this feeling of having what is almost a “one-pedal” car. his also adds to their concentration – which additionally improves their safety. he Hybrid ofers electric-only trips of up to 63 kilometres. We managed in the low to mid
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