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On a typical Saturday night, Stephanie Angelini is doing what she loves most – performing. But with COVID-19 restrictions in place, the Caroline Springs singer has had to roll with the times. “I used to perform every weekend – aged care facilities, pubs, weddings, birthdays, corporate events,” she said. “But I’ve had none of them for months because of what’s happened, so I’ve tried to reinvent my system and work to maximise technology.” Each Saturday night from 8.30, Angelini will be taking to her Facebook page and conducting online concerts. “I’ve looked to entertain people through Facebook and Zoom and found that Facebook is a really good platform for it.” It’s the second time Angelini has turned to virtual concerts, having started the idea during the irst round of restrictions earlier this year. “I performed to my followers the irst time around and they told me they loved it. “The feedback was it kind of felt like a private concert in their space at home.” Tate Papworth

Melton virus cases climb By Ewen McRae Melton is among the worst afected regions in Melbourne battling COVID-19. he municipality had 211 active cases of the virus as of Sunday, the irst time it has broken the 200 barrier. It marks a disturbing climb in the community, with 87 new cases in the past week. At the end of June there were just 13 cases in Melton. Despite being outside of the lockdown region of metropolitan Melbourne, Moorabool has

also seen a sharp rise in virus cases, with nine cases now active in the shire. All of those cases have been detected since the lockdown came into place. It comes as Victoria recorded it’s deadliest day on Sunday with 10 people dying from coronavirus and another 437 cases detected. he number of active cases in Victoria was more than 8100. he state’s chief health oicer professor Brett Sutton said the tough lockdown measures in place, and the mandatory wearing of

face coverings in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell shire, were essential to curtail the virus, and urged the public to continue adhering to the rules. “hese restrictions are necessary because of the sharp increase in cases,” professor Sutton said. “If you live in these areas, there are only four reasons to leave your home: shopping for food and essential items; care and caregiving; daily exercise; and work and study – if you can’t do it from home.

“hese are tough measures, but this virus is not selective – it will impact anyone it encounters, and personal contact is the clear source of its transmission. We need everyone to do their part and ensure it is stopped in its tracks.” Nearby local government areas Wyndham and Brimbank have the highest number of virus cases in the state, with 515 active cases in Brimbank and 476 in Wyndham. More than 1500 cases have been detected in those two municipalities.

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Council calls for green power By Ewen McRae Moorabool council has called on the state government to set Victoria up for a greener future, as plans for a major transmission line project continue. he new Western Victoria Transmission Network Project will transport power across more than 200 kilometres of regional Victoria, including Moorabool and Melton. While a route has not been inalised it is proposed for hundreds of above ground power lines to deliver the project.

Moorabool mayor David Edwards urged the government to focus on greener alternatives, such as underground lines, to safeguard the project for the future. “During the review of the Environment Efects Statement, the Victorian government needs to demand that the underground option is fully investigated and ensure this project is done in a way that does not only beneit those in metropolitan Melbourne but also does not destroy the livelihoods of regional Victorians,” Cr Edwards said. “Nobody has been able to provide evidence

as to why the transmission lines cannot be put underground to minimise the loss of agricultural land and remove the visual impacts on our landscape for decades to come.” he project was referred to Planning Minister Richard Wynne on June 19 to decide whether an Environment Efects Statement (EES) would be required. Residents who are concerned about the impact of the proposed power lines have formed the Moorabool and Central Highlands Power Alliance to help drive discussion with the project operators.

Cr Edwards said a recent announcement that one of the state’s biggest wind farms, located within Moorabool, would power about 230,000 average Victorian homes each year, further highlighted the need for the transmission infrastructure to transport green power to metropolitan Melbourne. “Council is calling on the Victorian government to listen to the concerns of the Moorabool community,” he said. “It is vital the compounding impact that the transmission project, and other state signiicant projects, will have on communities in our shire is acknowledged.”

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A milestone store for McDonald’s is coming to Melton South. McDonald’s Australia broke ground on the site of its 1000th store in the country – on Exford Road – and it’s set to be a lagship for sustainability and a guide for future stores. he new restaurant will incorporate recycled content in the building, infrastructure and furnishings and will use 100 per cent renewable energy, including solar energy sourced from panels installed on the building roof. As part of an increased emphasis on reducing

Melton council rangers are urging pet owners to ensure their dogs are on a lead in public or secured safely at their property ater a recent spike in animal complaints. Council says that across the past four months it has received about a 30 per cent rise in reports of dog attacks, compared to the same time last year, and 15 per cent more animal complaints overall including complaints about dogs of-lead and dogs roaming. Council said with many dogs being treated to more walks during COVID-19 restrictions, it’s a timely reminder for owners to ensure they keep their dogs on a leash in public. Dog owners are also asked to check their properties are fully secure by inspecting gates and fences, and to restrain their dogs when in an unfenced front yard or open garage. Melton mayor Cr Lara Carli said the rules were there to protect both beloved pets and the community. “People have been spending more time walking their dogs during restrictions, and I’m sure there are some very happy furry friends as a result,” she said. “We want to make sure you, your pets and our whole community stay safe during this time, which is why it’s important to walk your dogs on a lead in public and keep them secure at home during all other times. “hese are legal requirements and pet owners are responsible for the safety of their dog and anyone their dog comes into contact with.”

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Nature lovers will have the chance to explore their local environment as part of a popular statewide program. Run by Outdoors Victoria, the 10-week Nature Stewards program will teach residents about the natural environment in their neighbourhood, and throughout Victoria. he program will introduce participants to Victorian ecosystems and natural places, and will cover topics such as plants and animals; rocks and soils; and climate and seasons. Melton mayor Lara Carli encouraged residents to participate in the program. “If you’d like to spend more time with nature, then the Nature Stewards program is an ideal way to do just that,” she said.

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Detectives from the Melton Crime Investigation Unit are investigating a suspicious boat ire on Long Tree Drive, Harkness. Police have been told the ire started about 2.15am on July 20. Investigators are hoping to speak to the driver of a white vehicle seen travelling west along Long Tree Drive at the time of the incident or any witnesses who were in the area. Anyone with information can contact Detective Senior Constable James Allen on 9747 7999 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote incident number 200260249. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Melton & Moorabool Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Call for soil decision timeline By Ewen McRae Moorabool council has called on the planning minister to provide a timeline for when a decision will be made on Maddingley Brown Coal’s bid to amend the Moorabool planning scheme. State Planning Minister Richard Wynne is considering an application from MBC to amend the planning scheme to allow it to receive and process spoil from the West Gate Tunnel project. Moorabool mayor David Edwards said

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the community deserved to know when a decision would be reached as concern about the potential for the contaminated soil to be stored near schools and households continues. “Not knowing when a decision of this magnitude will be made is causing a great deal of uncertainty and angst for local residents and

adds to a general feeling that we’re being kept in the dark,” Cr Edwards said. “Where’s the transparency? “his is all particularly frustrating as the same community is being asked to cop 85-metre high transmission lines and the possibility of big job losses due to a health merger.” Council commissioned an independent economic impact assessment of the cost to the residents and businesses of Bacchus Marsh should MBC be the preferred site for the tunnel spoil. his document has indicated the cost could

potentially be in the region of $100 million, with council saying the time had come for clarity. “he West Gate Tunnel soil issue has been dogging our community since November last year and throughout our community has been starved of information,” Cr Edwards said. “I’m not asking the minister to fast-track a decision, as he certainly needs plenty of time to properly consider what he’s being asked to approve. But I do think that a process update, and timeframe would help to reduce community angst.”

Helping the neighbours Taylors Hill resident Deepti Alurkar knows what it’s like to feel isolated. With that feeling hitting her hard, Ms Alurkar has made a point of ofering ways for the community to come together over the years. “A few years back, I felt isolated and depressed,” she said. “I had a toddler in house and no one to talk to, so I put a post on Facebook asking if people would be interested in a dance club. “I got lots of responses and started teaching mums each fortnight … it’s got over 500 people now.” Ms Alurkar began with dance, but like so many things, has evolved with COVID-19. “With COVID-19 I came across lots of people struggling. “here’s job cuts, industries closing and it can be hard for people to seek help at times. “So I thought I’d go about organising free

meals for people in the community.” Ms Alurkar signed up to Nextdoor, an application designed as a way for people to communicate with their neighbourhood. “he application has been great … I didn’t know a lot of people in the area prior to this and now I’d consider many as friends,” she said. “Each week I use the app and prepare nice healthy meals for those who are interested. he delivery is all contactless, but through the app we’re able to chat about how things are going. “We’re preparing about 30 meals a week, it’s been great to be able to ofer a level of support.” Tate Papworth

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Hope for homeless youth By Ewen McRae A state-of-the-art youth homeless refuge is about to open its doors in Melton. he Hope Street First Response Youth Service will provide short-term crisis accommodation and 24/7 support to more than 100 young people (16-25 years old) and young families experiencing homelessness each year. Until now, the nearest refuge for homeless youth was in Sunshine. Hope Street chief executive Donna Bennett said it was a landmark moment for a sector that has unfortunately seen high demand for its services as the local population boom continues.

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“he CBD is widely seen as the centre of Melbourne’s homelessness problem, and that’s where the majority of support is seen to be focused, however this doesn’t address the larger issues in outer suburban areas,” Ms Bennett said. “his is exactly why we’ve invested in this Melton facility. Our services will provide critical homelessness support to young people in Melbourne’s north-western growth corridors at a time when it is needed most, allowing them to receive the support they need whilst remaining connected to their local community. “Hope Street has been supporting the community for nearly 40 years and will continue to do so. We want people to know that we are here and listening, as we know so many people are in need of help during the

Hope Street chief executive Donna Bennett at the new homeless refuge. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 211491

COVID-19 recovery phase and beyond.” Hope Street has been operating out of temporary accommodation for the past 15 months, and in that time, it has supported more than 140 young people.

he new refuge is funded by the state government, built on land provided by Melton City Council and supported with cash and in-kind contributions from about 40 local businesses and philanthropic partners as well

as donations from local community members. he facility incorporates an eight bedroom refuge, a two-bedroom family unit and an administration building. It also provides a base from which a mobile outreach service will operate, providing support to an additional 100 young people per year. Melton mayor Lara Carli said improving support for the most vulnerable in the community was important for the growing region. “We’re proud to have partnered with Hope Street on this outstanding project which we know will help ensure the best possible outcomes for our residents who need it most,” Cr Carli said. “To have safe and supported local accommodation for people to turn to when they’re in need is so important to our council. “his new facility will make a meaningful diference to vulnerable young people in our community who are experiencing homelessness and hardship.” State housing minister Richard Wynne said facilities like this were vital to helping young people escape homelessness. “his new facility shows what great partnerships between state and local government and the community sector can deliver,“ Mr Wynne said. “his project will ensure young Victorians who need support will receive the comfort and security of a bed and a roof over their heads so they can get back on track. “Getting a job, studying and participating in the community is much more achievable with a safe and secure roof over your head. his new facility will help break the cycle of homelessness so young people can get back on their feet.” Hope Street intends to take its First Response Youth Service to Whittlesea next, on land that has already been committed to by Whittlesea council.

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Man jailed over Gorge thefts By Ewen McRae A man who robbed four Lerderderg Gorge hikers at gunpoint in 2018 has been sentenced to more than ive years’ jail. Michael Shalders pleaded guilty in the County Court recently to armed robbery, thet and irearm ofences following a series of harrowing events which let his victims traumatised and shaken. he court heard Shalders had a friend pick him up from an address in Melton South on

May 21, 2018 and drive him to Lerderderg Gorge where he said he was meeting his ex-girlfriend. His friend let him there, and roughly an hour later a group of four hikers returned to the carpark when Shalders approached them and asked for a lit. Shalders told the group he would drive the car, and when they refused he produced an imitation irearm and ordered the group to hand over the car keys and their mobile phones. he court heard at one stage Shalders pressed the imitation irearm into the forehead of one

of the victims until he threw the car keys on the ground. Shalders took the car and phones and drove away erratically. Shalders later sold one of the phones for drugs. he car was found by police in Altona Meadows a week later. Police were later able to track one of the stolen phones to an address in Bacchus Marsh, where they arrested Shalders. Judge Martine Marich said the impact on the victims and the seriousness of the ofending

meant a signiicant jail term was appropriate. “his ofending shows various features that are most grave and serious,” Judge Marich said. “Your ofending was committed at Lerderderg Gorge, a relatively remote location … you were quick to take advantage of the situation in a most serious and terrifying way. “It will have lasting efects on the victims, in consequence of their very real terror.” Shalders was sentenced to ive years and six months in jail, with a minimum of three years and four months before parole is possible.

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Dig deep for Daffodil Day Appeal he Cancer Council is urging Victorians to help fund vital cancer research by supporting this year’s Dafodil Day Appeal. he appeal will take place throughout August, culminating in Dafodil Day on Friday, August 28. his year, Dafodil Day celebrates 34 years of turning Australia yellow, with the Cancer Council Victoria aiming to raise more than $300,000 for cancer research through online donations. Cancer Council head of fundraising and communications Lisa Kastaniotis said that

while many people have had their lives put on hold due to COVID-19, cancer doesn’t rest. “Despite advances made in research and improving survival rates for many cancers, we know that every four minutes another Australian is diagnosed with cancer,” Ms Kastaniotis said. “We also know that less funding will be available for research due to the current climate, so it’s more important than ever to ensure we support the work of our researchers. “We rely on the generosity of community donations to help us fund this work. Money

raised this year will provide more than hope to people afected by cancer, it will fund vital cancer research that is saving lives every day.” Cancer Council Victoria has funded $69 million in research conducted in universities, hospitals and research institutions since 2003, making the organisation the largest not-for-proit funder of cancer research in Victoria. Communities can support the Dafodil Day Appeal by donating online by August 28 via www.dafodilday.com.au

Rural community groups are being urged to apply for a special grants program, designed to support local projects. he ANZ Seeds of Renewal program provides grants of up to $15,000 for not-for-proit organisations in rural areas to support the ongoing prosperity of regional Australia. his year, the program is ofering a share of $250,000 to community organisations in regional locations for projects that improve environmental sustainability, inancial wellbeing or housing access. ANZ business banking general manager Jenefer Stewart said they were happy to continue supporting worthy projects in rural communities. “he ANZ Seeds of Renewal program has supported hundreds of community-based, grassroots programs and initiatives that have created new opportunities for regional communities,” she said. “It is truly humbling to see the diference these grants are able to make in rural and regional Australia.” Last year the program provided grants to 25 community groups for projects ranging from saving an endangered bee species on Kangaroo Island to supporting young people at risk of homelessness in the Port Hedland region of Western Australia. he program is administered by the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal and chief executive Natalie Egleton said rural communities faced unique challenges and deserved unique solutions. “Rural and regional communities play such a vital role in the prosperity of Australia, yet they face far greater economic inequity and limited housing opportunities compared to those living in the city,” Ms Egleton said. “he ANZ Seeds of Renewal program is a great opportunity to help address these challenges with locally-appropriate solutions.” Applications can be made at www.frrr.org.au until August 19. Ewen McRae

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Employment program set to boost jobs for youths Young people looking for work will soon receive a boost from the state government. As part of a new Youth Employment Program, designed to get people afected by the coronavirus pandemic back to work, the state government will create 3000 jobs in high need regions, including Melton. Employment Minister Jaala Pulford conirmed last week that the majority of the latest jobs would be focused on community service organisations and young people. “We’re getting people who have lost work due to the pandemic back into employment, 8 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 28 July, 2020

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helping community organisations that are themselves supporting Victorians doing it tough,” Ms Pulford said. “Jobseekers can register on the Working For Victoria website and the service matches people to suitable jobs.” he roles will include employment support,

counselling and youth services, community engagement, emergency and food relief, family support and support for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. About 150 jobs will be dedicated to Victoria’s multicultural communities. he program will give young people the opportunity to kickstart their careers and develop their skills for the future through a partnership with the Community and Public Sector Union. Victorians aged between 17 and 29 will be eligible for six to 12-month jobs in the public

service to give them a foot in the door and on-the-job experience and training. Multicultural Afairs and Youth Minister Ros Spence said the boost would help those who are among the hardest hit by the pandemic get back into the workforce. “his exciting initiative will provide young people bearing the brunt of the coronavirus pandemic with new opportunities for employment, and valuable experience at the start of their careers,” Ms Spence said. Ewen McRae

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Wild stories preserved By Jessica Micallef Many people are familiar with Tiger King – the Netlix documentary that details the life of Joe Exotic’s wild animal safari in the United States. But Australia once had it’s own big cat safari in Bacchus Marsh. Gisborne ilmmaker Darcy Prendergast is creating a documentary called Strange Beasts, based on his father’s, Ron Prendergast, time as a zookeeper at the Bacchus March Lion Safari during the 1970s and ’80s. According to Darcy, the safari was home to dozens of wild animals including lions, tigers, deer, antelope, hippopotamus, water bufalos and wolves. “It was a drive-your-own-car lion and tiger safari,” he said. “he biggest calling card was the big cats – they had several paddocks of lion prides and tigers. “Visitors would drive their cars through the precinct under the somewhat watchful eye of a couple of employees and these huge beasts would do as they pleased. “Some people would come in with a brand new car, with a new vinyl roof and leave in absolute tatters or leave with a missing side mirror or a big old dent in the bonnet. “It was a pretty wild environment and certainly one where close encounters were the calling cards.” Darcy said during his dad’s one and a half years as a zookeeper at the safari, his main role was to feed the big cats and break up the ights that occurred between the prides. “hat was one of dad’s irst jobs,” he said. “He had some prior zookeeper experience and he was one of the only ones with some zookeeper experience as it [the safari] was run by Ashton’s Circus, so it was all born from a circus background rather than a zoo background.

“here are a lot of wild stories dad has from his time there. He was chased by lions and tigers on many occasions. “One night, there was a water bufalo that escaped onto the Ballarat Highway so dad jumped on a bike … to try and veer the water bufalo of the highway and back into the park.” he safari was open for a decade before it closed its doors ater the precinct fell into a “state of disrepair”. “It was a rather sad ending for a lot of the animals,” Darcy said. “It was closed by the RSPCA. here were several counts of animal mistreatment and negligence and the park had lost its popularity.

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Cr Lara Carli

Melton City Council: melton.vic.gov.au/COVID19 facebook.com/cityofmelton Customer Service: 9747 7200

Last week, Council held the July ordinary meeting and we received a report on how our organisation has responded to the COVID-19 crisis since March. I’m proud to say a great deal of innovative work has been, and continues to be done to support residents including providing a rates reduction to residents and businesses in financial hardship; delivering library, arts, and learning programs online; increased meals on wheels deliveries; promoting local businesses to help them stay open for business; connecting seniors, carers and new parents online; conducting welfare checks over the phone; increased immunisation sessions; and so much more. At the meeting, we also went over the four exciting new projects we’ve asked the State Government to help us fund under the Growing Suburbs Fund. We’re hopeful to obtain funding to deliver a community pavilion at the Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, and play space developments at Kirkton Park in Kurunjang; Orbis Avenue Reserve in Fraser Rise; and Cardinia Avenue Reserve in Taylors Hill. Another highlight was the Safe City, Proud Communities Plan which we endorsed. This plan sets Council’s direction for enhancing community safety over the next four years. Finally, we took a look at the outcomes of the Community Grants Program and Young Communities Grants Program. In the last financial year, Council supported more than 130 initiatives to continue or expand on the valuable contributions they make to our community. On another note, I’d like to thank residents who are doing their part to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in our community by wearing face masks, as ordered by the State Government. A reminder to everyone that wearing a face covering while in public is now a requirement for those aged 12 years and over. You can find out more at dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

Department of Health and Human Services: dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

COVID-19 UPDATE: Melton City Council Face masks mandatory If you live in the City of Melton, you must now wear a face covering whenever you leave your home, as directed by the Victorian Government. Your face covering needs to cover both your nose and mouth as an added precaution against the spread of COVID-19. This direction applies to anyone aged 12 years and older living in, or visiting any area in metropolitan Melbourne, including the City of Melton (unless an exemption applies).

COVID-19 Hotline: 1800 675 398 (24 hours)

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• You are leaving your house in the City of Melton or anywhere in metropolitan Melbourne • You are aged 12 years or older • If you are driving with people for work or people you don’t live with • You are doing low impact exercise such as walking • You are in public for one of the four essential reasons: shopping for essential food and supplies; medical care and caregiving; study or work (if you can’t do it from home); outdoor exercise (only with members of your household or one other person and you should stay as close to home as possible)

• You are in the car alone or with someone from your household • You are doing strenuous physical exercise such as jogging, running or cycling (note: you must have a face covering on you and wear it when you finish exercising) • You are a child aged under 12 years • You have a medical condition as outlined on the DHHS website • You need to confirm your identity (at a bank for example)

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The program is designed to help locals who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19, or have been without work longer, to get back to work. We’ll be looking for people to join us on a six-month basis in a range of positions including supervisory and coordination roles, administrative support, waste management, cleaning, outdoor maintenance and enhancement works, asset data collection, environmental management works and human resources.

Make sure you have your say via the Victorian Government ‘Future Healthcare in Melton’ survey. Your survey responses will help ensure a future hospital provides the services our community needs most. To take the survey, visit engage.vic.gov.au/futurehealth-care-melton (closes Monday 3 August, 9am).

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Get tested If you have any COVID-19 symptoms or you’ve been in contact with someone who is unwell, you should self-isolate and get tested straight away. Drive-through testing is available locally at: • Bunnings Caroline Springs – carpark, 1067 Western Highway, Caroline Springs 3023. Enter the site via Delma Road. Open 9am-5pm daily • Djerriwarrh Health Service, 195 Barries Road, Melton West 3337. Open Mon–Fri 10.30am-6pm

No appointments are being taken at either site, simply arrive and wait in your car at the marked point.

Your Councillors – Visit melton.vic.gov.au/councillors to find your ward Councillors and their contact details

Mayor Cr Lara Carli

Deputy Mayor Cr Steve Abboushi

Cr Ken Hardy

Cr Goran Kesic

Cr Kathy Majdlik

Cr Michelle Mendes

Cr Sophie Ramsey

Cr Yvonne Sebire

Cr Bob Turner

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Darley Park project a priority By Ewen McRae Improvements to the pavilion at Darley Park could be the irst project in Moorabool to receive funding from a special government grant program. he state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund, which supports community infrastructure in high growth municipalities, was expanded to some regional councils earlier this year. Moorabool has applied for a $2.5 million upgrade to Darley Park as its irst

project funded by the fund. Moorabool mayor David Edwards said the GSF was an exciting opportunity for the region. “Under the state government requirements for this fund, projects have to be shovel-ready and be able to have an immediate economic and social impact,” Cr Edwards said “Council has plans for an accessible and inclusive pavilion that is ready to go, should we secure funding. “We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of residents as well as increasing access to community spaces. his will be

done by providing quality infrastructure to support increased participation in sport and opportunities for community groups to meet in appropriate spaces. “his is just one example of the work council is doing to advocate on the community’s behalf for better facilities and services in our shire.” Plans for the Darley Park Community and Sports Centre incorporate the development of an accessible pavilion with female-friendly changerooms, three multipurpose community spaces, oice space, kitchen and social amenities.

Of the total project cost of $3.75-million, Moorabool council has committed $1 million in its 2020-21 budget, Darley Park tenant clubs will contribute $250,000, and the Growing Suburbs Fund grant will kick in $2.5 million if successful. “Darley Park currently hosts three of the largest sporting clubs in the shire as well as several other community groups who regularly use the facility and would beneit from this upgrade,” Cr Edwards said. A decision is expected next month.

Rams look to the future Local football might be done for 2020, but the Western Rams are still planning for the future. he Rams recently announced that head coach Marty Weaver had signed a contract extension for the 2021 and 2022 seasons, continuing a rebuild of the club that has experienced some of its darkest days recently. he 100-year-old club was routinely thrashed in the 2019 season, but Weaver said he was excited to continue the job he had started over the recent pre-season and help the club regain respect in the league. “From where we started in November to where we inished a couple of weeks ago, we’ve come a long way,” Weaver said. “We were having consistent numbers of above 30 at training every week, which was a big positive, and we worked really hard in the pre-season on recruiting. “here’s a lot of excitement around the club. When I took the job on I was under no illusions about where the club was at, but the

commitment is there to get better and the culture at the club is really strong.” Weaver said almost the entire playing list had committed to playing the 2021 season. “With all those guys committing, I almost felt obliged to match that and sign on myself,” Weaver said. “he existing group have gelled really well with the new guys, and with an extra year to add to that and grow as a team I’m hopeful we can turn things around. “We can see the light at the end of the tunnel for some positivity in the future. We’re not going to come out and set the world on ire, but we’re certainly not going to get done by 300-plus points like we were at times in 2019. “Me and the players are in this for the long haul.” Ewen McRae Western Rams head coach Marty Weaver has signed on for two more seasons. (Supplied)

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speciic exemptions for regional Victorians, but rather a rule of common sense. “Lower population density in the country

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“If public messaging is confusing, the rules are inconsistent and some sections of the community feel as if they are being unfairly targeted, like law-abiding shooters, then some will become increasingly unhappy and less compliant.” “Our state government needs to beware of overreach when it comes to curtailing all individual freedoms and liberties. Locking people up in lats and houses will also have consequences. We need to continue to listen to experts, use common sense, and governments need to stop using the crisis to take more control over individuals’ lives.”

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Yes. Golf courses in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire can open however, a person can only play golf with one other person or members of their own household People playing together must be able to keep 1.5 metres distance from each other, and maintain 100 metres from all other groups, (e.g. only two people should be playing a single hole at a time). Shared facilities and driving ranges cannot open and equipment must not be shared or rented. If you live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, you cannot travel to play golf outside this area.

What activities will be restricted?

You can only exercise or undertake sporting activities outside with one other person or household members. You must be able to keep 1.5 metres distance between yourself and others. Indoor sports centres including gyms, training facilities and pools will be closed. Community sport training and competition cannot occur within metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire. If you live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, you cannot attend or participate in community sport elsewhere. People aged 18 years and younger are not exempt from this restriction Some outdoor sport facilities will be closed. Personal training outdoors can occur but with a limit of two participants, in addition to the instructor. Swimming pools will be closed.

Can I leave the house to do exercise outdoors? Yes. In metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire you can leave your home to exercise outdoors in a public space, either alone, with members of your household or with one other person outside your household. his includes walking, running, hiking, bike riding, suring, kayaking and other types of exercise such as yoga in the park. In order to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) across the state, you cannot leave metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire to exercise. If you live outside of metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire you cannot enter these areas for the purpose of exercise or recreation. While exercising with people outside your household, you should keep at least 1.5 metres between yourself and others. You should also stay close to home and use common sense and consideration when it comes to these activities.

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You can exercise outdoors with people who normally live with you or with one other person outside your household. his includes walking the dog, yoga in the park, or going for a run, bike riding. You can exercise outdoors with one other friend or family member who doesn’t normally live at the same address as you. You and your exercise partner can also hire a personal trainer. While exercising, you should keep at least 1.5 metres between yourself and others. You cannot exercise with another person in a manner than would mean you are less than 1.5m apart (e.g. in a double kayak).

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Yes. Gyms, health clubs, class-based itness, studios, barre, spin facilities and indoor personal training facilities are closed.

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can exercise outside, equipment is not shared or rented, no indoor facilities or shared facilities (except toilets) are used, and people must be able to keep 1.5 metres distance between each other. Where outdoor facilities can open, these facilities must have a patron cap of 10, unless each group of two can maintain 100 metres distance from all other people. Examples of outdoor facilities which may be able to open under these requirements include golf courses, footy ovals, tennis courts, or outdoor shooting ranges.

Can I attend bootcamp or personal training? No. You can train outside with members of your household or one other person who is not part of your household, in addition to a personal trainer.

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Can I go to the beach? Yes. You can go to the beach for exercise or recreation only. You can swim or surf at the beach. If you live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, you cannot travel to go to the beach outside this area.

Can I go to a dog park? Yes. However, if you live in metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire you can only walk around a dog park with members of your household, or one other person. You should keep away from other people by maintaining a physical distance of at least 1.5 metres.

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However you will not be able to participate on increased rates of transmission, outdoor group itness activities, including boot camps. communal gym equipment represents a risk of coronavirus transmission because of the number of people using it, the inability to Are swimming pools closed? Swimming pools, saunas and spas in control access and the lack of regular cleaning. metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire will be closed. I live in Melbourne. Can I undertake

Yes. You can go to the park for exercise and for wellbeing by yourself, with one other person or your usual household members. For example you can do yoga, read a book, or play a musical instrument in a park by yourself or with one other person.

recreational activities like ishing? Are playgrounds and skate parks closed?

If you live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, you can leave home for permitted exercise and recreation activities that are outdoors and can be done by yourself, members of your household, or with one other person. his includes, ishing, boating, suring, recreational diving, learning to drive, or Is outdoor communal gym equipment reading in a park. However, you cannot drive a long way from your home to do these activities, closed? Yes. he use of communal outdoor exercise if they can be done closer to home. equipment is prohibited in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire. As we face Source: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au

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Yes. Outdoor playgrounds and skate parks are closed. It is prohibited to play on outdoor playground equipment in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire and you should not travel outside of this area to do so.

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