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Book Week might be a bit different this year, but that didn’t stopped Rockbank Primary School pupils embracing the fun. After a rough year in and (mostly) out of classrooms, the school came alive last week with a swag of favourite literary characters as pupils and teachers took over the grounds of the school. Teacher Lucy Bull said it was a chance for a bit of fun after an up-and-down 2020. “We saw some really creative costumes even without the shops being open to get stuff,” Ms Bull said. “We had super heroes, comics, one girl made a whole Queen of Hearts costume from scratch … the creativity was on full display.” As well as a chance to have a bit of fun and dress up, the week is also a great chance to reinforce the importance of reading and being creative. Ms Bull said that had been more important than ever this year. “Having everyone back together for the first time since term two was fantastic to see,” she said. “I know several parents were struggling to keep the kids engaged at times, so having everyone back and embracing Book Week has been fantastic.” ARIANA, CHARLOTTE AND DIANE HAMNER

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Road out of COVID stalls By Ewen McRae Melton residents are still waiting for announcements on COVID-19 restrictions easing, after Premier Daniel Andrews delayed his decision at the weekend. Residents had been expecting more restrictions on households and business to be eased on Sunday, but a cluster of cases in Melbourne’s north late last week resulted in any announcements pushed until October 27

at the earliest. Mr Andrews said the cluster was not a setback, and the short delay was simply the government being cautious and following advice of its health experts. “This is not anything other than a cautious pause,” Mr Andrews said on Sunday. “This is not a setback. It is simply waiting and being led by the data, being led by the science. “I know it is frustrating. I know people are keen to have a long and detailed list of changes

to the rules. It is not appropriate for us to do that now. It will be in the next couple of days, and we will not be, I don’t think, really in any meaningful way behind schedule but we had already set.” Melton had just seven active cases on Sunday, while Moorabool remained on zero cases. The good performance of regional Victoria allowed a further easing of restrictions. From 11.59pm today, indoor gyms and fitness spaces in Moorabool will be open for up

to 20 people with a maximum of 10 people per space. Indoor pools will also open for up to 20 people and indoor sport will begin for those aged under 18. Food courts will open and live music will begin for outdoor hospitality, while school graduations will be permitted. “Regional Victorians should be proud of this success,” Mr Andrews said. “All Victorians should be proud.”

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New campus for Christian college By Ewen McRae Melton Christian College will take the first steps towards a new campus following a major funding announcement. The state government last week announced that MCC would receive $5 million as part of a boost for Catholic and independent schools across the state. The cash injection will go towards the establishment of a new campus to be located on Coburns Road, Toolern Vale.

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This will include learning areas, specialist rooms, an administration area, gymnasium and associated external and internal infrastructure. Melton Christian College principal David Gleeson said it was a huge boost for the whole school community.

“Melton Christian College is enormously grateful to the Victorian government,” Mr Gleeson said. “The news of this funding is wonderful for the whole community of Melton Christian College – parents, staff, and most importantly, students both current and future.” The funding is part of the government’s stimulus measures to get more people back to work following the pandemic lockdown, and follows similar announcements for government schools in May.

The 56 projects across the state are expected to create close to 800 jobs during construction. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the new campus would be a welcome addition to the region. “This is a really exciting project for Toolern Vale and the Melton Christian College Community,” Ms Thomas said. “This will give students the opportunity to learn in first-class facilities.” The first stage of the new campus is expected to be complete in time for the 2023 school year.

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Moorabool slowly reopens the recent openings had been a major boost for businesses and services. “Restrictions being eased in regional Victoria has meant businesses in Moorabool can get back to trading and providing great service to our community, which is a win for business owners, workers and our residents,” Mr Madden said. “Council’s own services, such as library, maternal and child health and youth services, have been able to open up a bit more and continue to provide safe and

exceptional service to Moorabool residents. “At this stage, our customer service centres are still closed to the public as we work out the best way to re-open, with the safety of our community and staff the main priority.” Further restrictions on dining spaces, retail, sport, real estate and gatherings were eased on Sunday in response to continual low virus cases in regional Victoria.

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Life is slowly returning to ‘normal’ in Moorabool, with more businesses and local services re-opening. Dining options at local pubs and restaurants were extended last week, while council opened more facilities for the first time in months. Libraries, toy libraries, outdoor pools and more health services were among the latest activities to open their doors. Moorabool chief executive Derek Madden said while it had been a tough year for locals,

Free business mentoring services for locals recovering from the pandemic are the latest support measure from the state government. More than 1300 Victorian small businesses and sole traders have registered to receive free professional mentoring to help them plan and navigate their way through to the other side of the pandemic. The mentoring involves up to four two-hour sessions on a number of topics, including advice on preparing and implementing business plans, improving time management, identifying new opportunities and rethinking marketing strategies. Small Business Minister Jaala Pulford said the mentoring program was a valuable resource to help local businesses bounce back strongly. “There is no handbook for a pandemic but there are experts that can help businesses adapt their strategies and operations,” Ms Pulford said “This program offers one-on-one sessions and produces an action plan and I encourage businesses from across Victoria to consider if it could help them.” More than 90 mentors have been signed to provide guidance in five key areas: business recovery, market transformation, digital literacy and engagement, market and supply chain diversification, and re-skilling and training. Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Paul Guerra said they were enjoying the partnership and helping businesses recover.

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Tackling family violence By Ewen McRae Moorabool will soon have access to more family violence services, after a state government program was unveiled last week. The Orange Door program delivers crucial support for adults, young people and children in need, including risk assessment, safety planning and crisis assistance, as well as crucial links to services for ongoing support, bringing together workers from specialist family violence, child and family, Aboriginal and men’s services. Five Orange Doors have opened across the state, with the newest one in the Central Highlands region, which includes Moorabool.

The program is one of the recommendations from the Royal Commission into family violence – there will eventually be 17 Orange Doors across the state. Prevention of Family Violence Minister Gabrielle Williams said ensuring that resources were available to anyone experiencing family violence was a key part of the government’s response to the Royal Commission. “Family violence remains the number one law and order issue in the state – that’s why we’re pressing ahead with our unprecedented reform of family violence support and services, including the expansion of our Australian-first Orange Door Network,” Ms Williams said. In Central Highlands, the Orange Door is

a collaboration between Child and Family Services Ballarat, Berry Street (western Region) Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative (BADAC) and the Victorian government. The $6.1 million project includes a primary site in Ballarat, with an access point planned for Moorabool Shire. During the pandemic, leaving home for your safety is allowed and anyone seeking assistance with a family violence matter in the Central Highlands region can contact the Orange Door Network on 1800 219 819. Out-of-hours support services remain available for help through safe steps on 1800 015 188 or via webchat safesteps.org.au/chat, Monday through Friday, 9am to 9pm.

Healthy eating goes back to basics A new program is aiming to encourage children to shop, cook and eat their way to a healthier life. The program is a partnership between the Sanitarium Health Food Company, dietitian Themis Chryssidis and Masterchef fan favourite Callum Hann. Called ‘12 before 12’, the initiative encourages families to empower primary school-aged children around meal selection and food preparation. It challenges children to learn 12 essential food skills before they turn 12 years old, with the aim of making healthy eating easier and enjoyable for life. In helping identify the 12 skills, Mr Chryssidis said they were guided by a mission to simplify healthy eating advice. “Somewhere along the way, the healthy eating message has got so complex,” he said. “We’ve become overly focused on looking at food through the lens of nutrients or kilojoules – the micro detail of what we’re eating –that we’ve lost sight of the bigger picture; behaviours that make healthy eating intuitive. “Food has become over-thought, and it’s not doing us any good. “12 before 12’s simpler message is: Eat mostly whole plant-based foods, drink mostly water, cook more at home – and for kids, find ways to sprinkle in some fun.” Grouped into four key areas, the 12 before 12 skills cover the complete food journey from planning meals and choosing nutritious options at the shops, through to the hands-on tools and techniques children need in the kitchen and the social behaviours that make mealtimes a positive experience for the whole family. To learn more and download a free copy of the 12 before 12 cookbook visit: www.12before12. sanitarium.com.au

Crackdown on dangerous driving With COVID-19 restrictions easing and Victorians in between two long weekends, Victoria Police are urging the community to drive safely. Police last week launched Operation Saturn, a two-and-a-half-week road policing operation that will run from October 22 to November 8. The statewide operation will aim to prevent further trauma on our roads caused by dangerous driving in both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Libby Murphy said Victorians are facing two different but equally dangerous settings on metro and regional roads. “We expect that road trauma will increase as more people get back on our roads. It is devastating to me that in the last week seven people have already fallen victim to this,” Assistant Commissioner Murphy said. “Operation Saturn comes at a critical time for the Victorian community, with easing of some restrictions coinciding with two long weekends. “We’re urging everyone to go back to basics. That means buckling up, slowing down, and not driving while impaired.” During the operation police will be conducting both alcohol and drug tests. Police said the community can expect to see them in locations where the booze buses aren’t typically spotted. “We know that the number of drink and drug drivers typically increases on Grand Final weekend and during the Melbourne Cup Carnival,” Assistant Commissioner Murphy said. “We also know that alcohol consumption has increased during the coronavirus pandemic and are concerned about the impact this will have.” In metropolitan Melbourne local police and highway patrol will be undertaking patrols to ensure compliance on local roads, as well as the safety of vulnerable road users. “For those in metro Melbourne, it’s the first time in a while we’ve been able to move further than five kilometres from home,” Assistant Commissioner Murphy said. “Be patient, exercise caution and drive slowly to ensure that you keep yourself and other road users safe.” Regional police will be active in and around their communities. Ewen McRae

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Victorians urged to be fire-ready Locals are being urged to start preparations for the upcoming summer fire season, with the memories of the devastating bushfires still fresh in their minds. The state government held Fire Action Week last week, with fire and rescue agencies starting their preparations under a COVIDSafe plan to ensure burns and fuel reduction activity can be conducted safely. Fire authorities said now was the perfect time for people to talk to family, friends and neighbours about the fire risk where they live and make plans for what they’ll do on hot, dry,

windy days. In the lead-up to summer, CFA brigades and Fire Rescue Victoria fire stations around the state will be running fire safety essentials online sessions to help people understand and prepare for fire risk. Police and Emergency Services Minister Lisa Neville said it was important for residents, especially those in regional areas, to understand the risks of fire and stay prepared. “Fire Action Week is a time to increase your understanding of the fire risk where you live, prepare your property and talk to your loved

ones about what you’ll do to stay safe from fire,” Ms Neville said. “Our emergency management services have started their preparations, so now it’s up to all Victorians to understand their local fire risk and develop a fire plan.” While movement restrictions remain in place, residents in metropolitan Melbourne will be able to undertake fire preparedness activities at second properties in regional Victoria by obtaining written formal approval from the council where their second property is located. This will involve providing the council with

details about the property, type of work to be undertaken and date of travel. Metropolitan Melbourne residents are reminded that the chief health officer’s restrictions they are required to comply with in Melbourne will travel with them into regional Victoria. Residents who live in regional Victoria continue to be able to travel to a second property, holiday home or business in regional Victoria to prepare it for an emergency. Ewen McRae

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Search for answers By Ewen McRae Doctors at The Alfred are hoping to provide Bacchus Marsh teenager Connor Manning with long-awaited answers to his seizures. Connor, 16, has spent half his life living with epilepsy. Diagnosed at just eight-years-old, he experiences uncontrolled seizures that can’t be managed by medication. Connor has experienced seizures on school camps and even on top of the Pinnacle at the Grampians. His mother Caroline said they can happen at any time and are often severe. Connor spent last week at The Alfred Health’s First Seizure Clinic for a week-long video EEG in a bid to determine where his seizures come from and why he has them. Alfred Health neurologist and epileptologist Joshua Laing said the test might not only help

identify what’s causing Connor’s seizures, but also determine if surgery is an option. “For Connor, it had proved difficult to capture information because his seizures were so infrequent,” Dr Laing said. “Connor had reached a stage where medication wasn’t really stopping his seizures, but if we’re able to determine where these are being triggered from, surgery might be an option for controlling them or even curing them.” The team was able to capture, and localise, a number of seizures during Connor’s stay. “The idea is to trigger a seizure in a safe, supported environment and record it,” Dr Laing said. “He also had some seizures he and his mother weren’t aware of. Sometimes people can have clinically silent seizures.” Connor said the intense process was a step in

the right direction. “They took me off my medication and did a lot of different tests,” he said. “They sleep-deprived me, so I was only allowed four hours a night and then did some different tests like putting me on an exercise bike, hyperventilation and a flashing lights test. “We were lucky enough to trigger a seizure while I was here and hooked up to the systems so now, we wait for answers.” Connor admits to feeling some nerves before his visit but said everything got easier as the week went on. “Once you’re sleep-deprived and off medication and unable to get out of bed, it becomes a bit normal and you get used to it. “The first few days were pretty frustrating, but from then on it became easier. “It was for my own good, so I was happy to put up with it.”

The state government is supporting Victoria’s multicultural seniors to stay connected during the coronavirus pandemic. Multicultural Affairs Minister Ros Spence last week announced that $2.1 million will be made available to multicultural seniors groups. Funding of up to $2000 is available to purchase IT equipment, run programs to support multicultural seniors and provide the timely distribution of coronavirus information. “We are fortunate to be home to so many multicultural seniors groups dedicated to supporting their communities and we want to help them deliver immediate assistance to their members,” Ms Spence said. “Older generations have made an immense contribution to our multiculturalism – Victoria has become such a multicultural success story and this is our way of giving back.” All seniors groups that receive funding will also automatically receive public liability insurance and personal accident cover for 2021, saving organisations up to $5000 each. Minister for Ageing, Luke Donnellan said it was important no sector of the community was left behind in the pandemic recovery. “We value all older Victorians and the contribution they have made and continue to make to our lives – it’s our job to look after them,” he said. The government is inviting newly formed multicultural seniors’ groups to submit an online application by Thursday, November 19. Details: www.vic.gov.au/ coronavirus-support-for-multiculturalseniors-2020-21.

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Police have arrested three teenagers following a series of alleged incidents in Melbourne’s west. The three Brookfield youths were arrested on October 15 in relation to robbery, armed robbery and theft of motor vehicle incidents in the Manor Lakes and Melton areas between September 30 and October 10. A 14-year-old boy has been charged with robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, handling stolen goods and bail offences. Another 14-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy were both charged with robbery, attempted robbery, attempted armed robbery, theft of a motor vehicle and bail offences. All were remanded to appear at a children’s court at a later date.

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Community hub a one-stop shop By Ewen McRae The new Melton Central Community Centre is officially complete and ready to deliver training, employment support and health and wellbeing services. The $4.7 million centre on Station Road has replaced an aged building and is the new home for both Djerriwarrh Community and Education Services and CatholicCare. It will house key community services including employment and education services – such as vocational student and adult classes – migrant and refugee settlement support, family violence support programs, and neighbourhood house activity programming.

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Melton council chief executive Kelvin Tori said the centre was tailored to ensure the best possible outcomes for local residents. “Centres like this one have the potential to improve outcomes in employment, health, and social inclusion,” Mr Tori said. “It’s a place that will bring community services and council support together to provide a hub tailored to local needs. “At a time when employment support and social wellbeing are so important, we’re proud to have this centre ready for residents. “I’d like to thank the state government for its generous funding contribution which has helped us to deliver this important project.” Council contributed $2.7 million towards the project, with the government providing $2

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Kmart has launched its annual Wishing Tree Appeal with The Salvation Army earlier than ever before to support the increased demand of Australians in need, following a challenging year. Now in its 33rd year, the appeal is Australia’s largest and longest-running Christmas gift collection appeal, delivering more than eight million gifts to date. Kmart retail director John Gualtieri said with a year hit hard by bushfires and the global pandemic, starting the appeal early made sense. “This year, we are launching the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal early because we know many families will be bracing for a different kind of Christmas following the impacts of COVID-19 and the devastation of the Australian bushfires earlier this year,” Mr Gualtieri said. “At Kmart Australia, we have a responsibility to care for and support the community in which we operate. “Working with our long-standing partner, The Salvation Army, we have an opportunity to make a difference thanks to the generosity of Australians who contribute what they can. “We are asking the community to give a

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small gift with a big heart, because a little thought can go a long way.” There are three ways for people to support the appeal: choose a practical gift that will go beyond Christmas time and leave it under the Wishing Tree in-store at Kmart; when shopping in-store click the Wishing Tree logo on the self-serve checkout to add to a transaction

or drop a gold coin into a collection box at the registers; or donate online by scanning a Wishing Tree QR code that will be found in-store at Kmart or via the appeal’s website. Detail: www.kmart.com.au/ kmartwishingtree. Ewen McRae

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items and vouchers, and information from peak bodies such as Centrelink, National Disability Insurance Agency and My Aged Care. Melton chief executive Kelvin Tori said the care packs were designed to support the wellbeing of residents who give or receive care. “Our residents who are older, have a disability or care for others each face unique challenges and we want to ensure they are well-supported,” Mr Tori said. “These care packs will provide residents with resources to promote their physical and emotional wellbeing, and contain valuable

information about the services available to them. “With state government restrictions preventing our annual CARE Melton Expo and National Carers Week celebrations from going ahead this year, we hope that this initiative will make a difference to our residents.” Carers, people with a disability and seniors living in the Melton municipality can check their eligibility for a care pack by visiting trybooking.com/BLJIH or calling 9747 5310. Numbers are limited.

He’s barely had a chance to catch his breath since landing in the chair, but Western Edge Youth Arts’ new general manager Khalid Warsame is already inspired by the determination of the young people living under lockdown. Warsame has taken the mantle at WEYA at a time performance is facing a moment of crisis and reinvention. As a former creative producer at Footscray Community Arts Centre and co-director of the National Young Writers Festival, Warsame is well aware of the well of untapped talent in the west and the power of performing to give young people a voice. He sees his new role as a chance to help guide WEYA through COVID-19 recovery and take it in bold new directions, while keeping the essence of the organisation alive. “I’m really excited by this role, it’s a young team and I love the passion they have for young kids and young people,” he said. WEYA has worked with young people from Melbourne’s west for more than 25 years, producing art that speak to the experience and identity that shape their lives and their communities. Warsame said that growing up in North Melbourne and the western suburbs of Melbourne, he wasn’t exposed to what it could mean to have a culturally enriched life or to have the stories that you recognised told and heard. “We work with schools where a lot of the kids are from marginalised communities,” he said. “It’s not so much a didactic mode of practicing, it’s more a way of engaging communities with best practice and the best way to do that is to have the narrative and stories being reflected in the communities they are told in.” Strict social distancing and remote learning has hampered opportunities for WEYA to roll out its program physically, yet Warsame has witnessed what he labels a remarkable resilience in the teens he has encountered via online workshops. He recognises how hard it must be for teens to be so isolated but takes heart in the attitudes on display. “I think by now we’ve grown used to this conception of this crisis and the period we are living in,” he said. “Now it’s a moment for reflection and chance and inspiration more than anything. It’s not so much talking about changemaking, it’s actually forcing us into really changing things, reconfiguring how we engage with these kids.” Warsame said he has been struck by the amazing adaptability of the young people through this crisis, particularly their resilience and determination to keep on engaging. “I have so much sympathy and a real sense of appreciation for how hard life must be for young people right now, I can’t imagine what it is like,” he said. “It’s a difficult time at the best of times, their lives are being disrupted in so many ways.” Benjamin Millar

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Gong for green projects By Ewen McRae Two significant environmental projects in Melton have been named as finalists in this year’s Keep Victoria Beautiful Sustainable Cities Awards. Among 14 council projects up for contention is a Melton council street tree passive irrigation initiative that will eventually divert up to 38 million litres of stormwater run-off during rainfall events. This will enhance street tree growth, beautify the local area and increase the capacity of the wetland systems to protect creeks from erosion, habitat destruction and pollutants. Melton council is the first council in Australia that requires developers to install passive irrigation for all new street tree plantings as a condition of a planning permit. The passive irrigation system is already being rolled out in front of thousands of lots across the city. Melton council chief executive Kelvin Tori said the initiative was about protecting the city’s environment now and in the future. “Our population is fast-growing and we want to ensure the beautiful green surrounds that attract families to this suburban lifestyle is sustained for generations to come,” Mr Tori said. “This project takes some of the urban stormwater that would otherwise go directly to our wetlands and creeks, and instead uses it to enhance tree growth and provide leafier, greener local streets.” In the community category, the Eynesbury rabbit mapping project, funded by council’s World Environment Day Grant, is one of 10 finalists vying for the award. The Eynesbury Environment Group began the ambitious Hop into Action Project to map

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out rabbit warrens and inform a reduction plan. “Overgrazing from rabbits is a major threat to the long-term sustainability of the environmental areas that surround the Eynesbury township, including the beloved grey box woodland,” Mr Tori said.

“So far, 128 warrens have been mapped in just seven per cent of the woodland, highlighting the need for this project and it’s potential to inform an environmental protection plan. “Both of these projects highlight some of the many ways council and the community are being proactive in minimising our city’s

impact on the environment. “We’re proud that these projects have been recognised in the Keep Victoria Beautiful Awards.” The winners of the Keep Victoria Beautiful Awards will be announced during a virtual ceremony on November 12.

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COVID-19 UPDATE: Melton City Council STAY INFORMED Melton City Council: melton.vic.gov.au/COVID19 facebook.com/cityofmelton Customer Service: 9747 7200

Department of Health and Human Services: dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus COVID-19 Hotline: 1800 675 398 (24 hours)

Stepping out of restrictions With COVID-19 case numbers dropping, the Victorian Government’s plan to ease restrictions is on track for a continued reopening across metropolitan Melbourne, including the City of Melton. Already, more businesses, services and facilities across our city have been able to open, with further announcements expected early in November.

• Outdoor gatherings with up to 10 people from two households

• Real estate auctions with up to 10 people

• Skate parks, golf courses, tennis courts and bowling greens can open

• One-on-one real estate inspections

For the most up-to-date information on the State Government’s COVID-19 restrictions, make sure you visit dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

• Hairdressers and barbers can open

What’s allowed under State Government guidelines (update from 18 October): • Travel up to 25km from your home • Unlimited time for exercising and socialising, outdoors only

Open-air dining set to grow Outdoor dining is going to be an important part of the post-COVID-19 recovery and right now, we’re supporting businesses to get ready for an alfresco summer. We’ve launched a streamlined process that will help local hospitality businesses quickly and easily apply

• In groups of up to five people: - non-essential outdoor home maintenance, repairs, and renovations; - solo and automated car washing; - pool cleaning; - mobile and home business pet grooming; - outdoor photography • Full return to service for allied health workers

for council approvals to develop or expand their outdoor dining areas, as they prepare to reopen once restrictions ease. It’s in response to the Victorian Government’s new Outdoor Eating and Entertainment package in which businesses can apply to the government for grants of up to $5000 to help them transition to or grow their outdoor dining.

Council services For a full list of Council service updates, please visit melton.vic.gov.au/COVID19 Regional Victoria off-limits Travel to regional Victoria is still only allowed for permitted purposes even if this is within 25kms. This means you cannot travel into regional Victoria for exercise or recreation.

Join in the fun this Children’s Week! This week is National Children’s Week and we’re celebrating online with a series of exciting, interactive and educational activities for children of all ages. Kids and their families are invited to join us for a program that will make you sing and dance, imagine, create, and learn. As well as all our entertaining online events, we’re also sharing play and activity ideas for the whole family to do at home. To see what’s on and book your place, visit facebook.com/cityofmelton

Whether you want to add tables to the footpath and use parking space for dining, or you have your own great idea or need some inspiration, we’re here to help.

Walk time?

To find out about the outdoor dining options for your local hospitality business and start the application process, visit melton.vic.gov.au/ outdoordining

With many dogs being treated to more walks during restrictions, we’d like to remind dog owners to ensure you keep your dogs on a leash in public and pick up after them.

Make sure your dog is on a lead

If you want to let your pooch off for a run, you can use one of our fantastic off-lead parks: • Boronia Drive Reserve in Hillside

Local jobs, for local people Our free online employment portal brings together every local job from key online employment sites. The Melton Jobs Hub currently has about 450 local jobs listed – last week alone around 90 new jobs were added. The portal aims to help City of Melton job seekers find employment closer to home, and provide local companies with access to local talent. Find your next ideal role or candidate at meltonjobshub.com.au

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Our customer service centres remain closed, however you can find the answers to your questions about waste, rates and payments, animal registrations, children’s services and more, by simply searching our website at melton.vic.gov.au

• Fraser Street Reserve in Melton South • Navan Park Reserve in Harkness • Commonwealth Drive Reserve in Aintree Find out more about responsible dog ownership in our city at melton.vic.gov.au/dogs

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State Transport Minister, Mr R. MacLellan has refused to discuss the future of improved rail services to Melton until the government has decided on the recommendations of the Lonie report on transport in Victoria.

The Bacchus Marsh Agricultural Show was a celebration of children, animals, farmers and skill.

Hopetoun Park estate residents near Bacchus Marsh could be looking to defect to Melton shire following a special council meeting last Tuesday night.

Returned soldiers share their stories

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We want to know what’s important in your local area The transmission network project will unlock Western Victoria’s renewable energy resources, helping to grow businesses and communities across the region. The Western Victoria Transmission Network Project (WVTNP) is an important upgrade to the current network that will help Victoria transition to a clean energy future. Starting in Bulgana in Victoria’s west, it will connect to Sydenham in Melbourne’s north-west via a new terminal station to the north of Ballarat. Thanks to you, the online mapping tool which covers the broad project area of interest has received more than 2800 comment pins, providing the project team with valuable information about what is important to you. This information and all the other feedback we have gathered so far will be used to help narrow the area of interest down to a corridor as part of the next phase of community engagement.

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Free transport during COVID-19 By Goya Dmytryshchak Throughout the COVID-19 crisis in Victoria, St John Ambulance has been providing free transport for the more vulnerable. Lesley Musial, 75, is one of the beneficiaries of the service. She has been driven by volunteers to be tested for the coronavirus three times. If she hadn’t been transported by a St John community transport vehicle, she said she would have taken the bus. Ms Musial said she had been tested due to being in touch with a close contact, by a doctor’s referral after losing her sense of smell and after experiencing a sore throat. “I rang up the Altona North Medical

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Group to make an appointment and they said, ‘How will you get here?’ “I said, ‘Hmm, bus’.

“They said, ‘We’ll send a St John’s car,’ which was lovely. “The first lass was called Sari and the second was a chap called Craig and they were very chatty and friendly. “Craig even opened the door for me – very polite. “It was just lovely as an older person. “I’m quite capable of going on buses and things but if you think you might be a bit infectious, you don’t take buses.” Nearly 1500 people have been transported by St John to get tested, which equates to more than 20,000 kilometres travelled. Each patient is taken by a trained volunteer wearing personal protective equipment.

All vehicles have a defibrillator in case of an emergency. St John event health services general manager Nadine Hutchins said it was a reliable and safe option for people without anyone to drive them to get tested. “COVID-19 testing transport is just one way we have utilised St John volunteers’ skills and training throughout the pandemic,” she said. “On each trip, our volunteers display their usual care and compassion towards every customer, ensuring they feel safe and comfortable. “We’re proud to offer this valuable service to the vulnerable in our community to make their life just that little bit easier.”

Melton 7-Eleven store manager Guru Borra. (Supplied)

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Sprout the kitten, and pictured below with Hobsons Bay Vet Clinic staff Wendy Black, Holly Sanders and Dr Lisia Sturm. (Pictures: Supplied/Purrs of Point Cook)

Little Sprout’s big surgery Young kitten Sprout may be tiny in size, but he has a large amount of luck on his side. Four-week-old Sprout and his littermates were born after his mother came into the care of Purrs of Point Cook, along with some other cats from the Melton area. Purrs of Point Cook, a registered charity and cat rescue group run by volunteers, launched an online fundraising campaign recently after discovering that Sprout needed emergency surgery. Purrs rescuer Rebecca said Sprout was born with a congenital defect known as Atresia Ani, which would have been fatal without surgery. Rebecca said that thanks to the generous support of donors and community members, more than $1500 was raised for Sprout’s operation. “People are so generous,” Rebecca said. “We are blessed to be supported by so many animal lovers in our community.”

Rebecca said that Sprout underwent the emergency surgery at the “amazing” Hobsons Bay Vet Clinic, under the watchful eye of Dr Lisia Sturm and other team members including nurses Wendy Black and Holly Sanders. Rebecca said that dues to Sprout’s age and small size, some vet clinics would not even have considered performing such an operation. “Surgeries like these are rare and very tricky due to size of the animal,” she said. “They have to get the general anaesthetic balance just right, for a neonatal that weighs under 400 grams.” Rebecca said that fortunately, the surgery went well and that Sprout was now “a happy little boy”. Details: www.purrsofpointcook.com.au/ donate

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Shoppers and drivers in Melton have one more option for filling up, with a new 7-Eleven opening its doors. The shop at 112 High Street, Melton, is run by Melton local Guru Borra leading the team. “I live locally so am very excited to be opening a brand new store in my community,” Mr Borra said. “I am leading a team of 11 experienced team members and our goal is to use our experience to deliver beyond expectations for our new customers from the moment we welcome them to the new store. “Our offer is fantastic, and with the team I have, we are looking forward to getting to know the local customers, and make any adjustments needed to give our customers what they want, when they want it.” The store will operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and will have the full suite of 7-Eleven products, including Krispy Kreme Donuts, Slurpees and $1 coffee. It will also have a number of fuel pumps for drivers to fill up their vehicles. 7-Eleven Victorian state manager Marc Costabile said the store was designed to provide locals with the products and services they want in their neighbourhood. “Our new store is there 24/7 to meet the needs of Melton locals,” he said. “Whether people are looking for sandwiches, salads, drinks and some sweet treats for a picnic in the park, or snacks and some chocolate for a movie night at home, we have what our customers need right there. “The services in the new store include 7-Eleven ParcelMate. This service allows customers to send parcels 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Just pop your item in the right size satchel and pay the relevant flat rate when you drop off your parcel.” Ewen McRae

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Put the brakes on bad driving habits As COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions ease, road users are being urged not to bring back bad habits while driving. RoadSafe Westgate Community Road Safety Council chairman Jim Giddings says it has been demonstrated time after time that speed is a contributing factor in most road crashes. “Stay within the speed limit and drive to suit the conditions you face,” Mr Giddings says. “Speeding affects both the risk of a crash happening and the severity of injuries sustained when a crash does happen.” Mr Giddings says the work of his group, along with initiatives such as Road Policing Operations for the Melbourne Cup long weekend, would hopefully reduce the number of serious crashes on our roads and asks the community to report speeding drivers. “As the state gradually opens up and COVID restrictions are being eased across Victoria, travel by road will increase,” Mr Giddings says. The Melbourne Cup holiday weekend provides an opportunity for families to free themselves from their usual commitments and it is anticipated that large numbers of people will use Victorian roads. Mr Giddings says the times of highest risk are when people are leaving for holiday destinations and are returning home. “Motorists are requested to stay within the speed limit, don’t drink alcohol or take drugs and drive, leave mobile phones out of reach, wear seatbelts/child restraints and make sure you are well rested,” he says. “Holiday driving has its challenges and drivers should drive in the hours they are normally awake, take regular breaks to reduce fatigue and allow extra space between vehicles. “Drivers need to adapt to the conditions of the road – the onus is always on the driver to suit the conditions they are facing and that

As restrictions ease and road travel increases, it’s important to carry out car safety checks to keep your family and other motorists safe. (iStock)

includes the quality of the road. “If you plan to have a drink then plan to not drive – taking a big risk like drinking and driving is just not worth endangering your live or that of other road users.” Drivers planning to travel during this period can expect to see an increase in vehicles travelling on major freeways and highways throughout the state.

All drivers should plan their trip, be patient and ensure that they have frequent breaks when driving. Before embarking on any driving trips, tyres, windscreen washers, brakes and lights should all be checked. “Fatigue is one of the major causes of loss of lives on Victorian roads,” Mr Giddings says. “Drivers are requested to plan their trip,

be patient and ensure that you take at least a 15-minute break at least every two hours and don’t drive if you are tired. “Everyone in the community has a responsibility and a role to play in reducing road trauma. Stay safe.” Report speeding drivers to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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SPORT Hillier bolsters Wyndham’s coaching panel The lure of working at a big association was behind Gerard Hillier’s move to the Wyndham Basketball Association. Hillier is a successful coach at a number of different levels and has worked with both Basketball Victoria and in club land. He joins Wyndham as its new player and coach development manager. Hillier said it was exciting to join a club such as Wyndham. “It’s a big club and big growth area which has a lot of good pathways and good programs already,” he said. “I grew up in Yarraville so I’m a western suburbs boy. I was at Southern Pen for the last 10 years. “Southern Pen is a small club, I wanted to look for a bigger club. Wyndham is in that growth corridor and there’s so many options.”

Hillier, who was the Sharks director of coaching and pathways, coached just about every level of basketball at Southern Peninsula, He also was Australian head coach for the 3X3 team for the Youth Olympics. Hillier replaces Reece Potter in the role, with Potter moving back to Sydney. With the two men sharing a friendship, Hillier already has plenty of knowledge of the Wyndham program. “Reece and I worked side-by-side and mentored each other with our programs and everything at club land. “I’ve got a good grip on the program and we’re well positioned to move forward again.” Hillier, who started the role last week, said while the focus would be on helping further develop all their programs, the first step was a simple one.

“After COVID-19 the immediate challenge is getting all young players and senior domestic players back playing again. “Obviously this has been an extremely challenging time for everyone in our sport, but it has been heartening to see players and coaches continue to commit to improvement through online sessions. “I would love to talk about championships and winning things, but getting local players back playing basketball again is the most important thing.” He said there would be some junior players move into the Big V program next season. “We not only want to be a big program, but a program filled with locals,” he said. “We want to bring a few junior players into the program to help develop them and for the longevity of the program.”

Late coaching change By Tara Murray Altona has had a last minute coaching change ahead of the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association north-west season, with Shane Jones moving to Queensland. Jones was appointed the club’s coach for this season earlier this year having returned from premier club Footscray. But a job opportunity in Queensland has meant he can’t continue on in the role. The club announced last Saturday that James Grubb, who was set to be an assistant coach this season, will step up into the coaching role. A’s president Darren McConville said it was disappointing to lose Jones, who previously played at the club. “Shane got the promotion and they asked him to move to Queensland to run the office up there. “It’s a good opportunity for him and the family to relocate.” McConville said it was an easy decision to appoint Grubb as coach. Grubb returned to the club last season after spending time at premier club Footscray. McConville said COVID-19 meant it was difficult to look at external coaches without getting them into the club and being so close to the start of the season. Lsst season Grubb averaged more than 50 with the bat, making more than 800 runs for the season, the second most in the division. He also took 26 wickets to be in the top 10 as well as being one of the standout players of the competition for the season. “James is more than capable,” McConville said. “He was doing a lot of the pre-planning with Shane anyway, so it won’t be a massive jump in learning for him.” McConville said they had managed to keep most of last season’s playing group together heading into this season. The A’s made the semi-finals last season, losing to Williamstown, which was crowned premiers for finishing on top of the ladder after the grand final didn’t go ahead. In a bonus for the A’s, Josh Young returns from Willy Imps. McConville said the club was looking to use the semi-final appearance as a base to go at least one step further this season. The A’s are scheduled to start their season on November 21 against Yarraville. The season will be all one-dayers due to COVID-19. McConville said they would be ready to start training once they were given the go ahead. It’s expected that clubs will have clearer timeframes in the next week or so. “We’ve had a lot of help from the VSDCA, Cricket Victoria and council,” he said.

The Devils are starting to put their rosters in place for next season. Boomers legend John Dorge is back as men’s coach, while the club is set to announce a new women’s coach in the coming weeks. Potter, who had a dual role at the club, was also coach of the women’s side. Hillier said he would likely do some coaching at the club as well. WBA general manager Craig Armstead said Hillier would be a terrific asset for the association. “Gerard’s resume speaks for itself, with experience across all levels of basketball, and his commitment to improvement during his time at Southern Peninsula really stood out for the WBA executive,” Armstead said. Tara Murray

Lakers ready to pounce Caroline Springs believes it’s in a good position for a finals tilt in Western Region Football League division 1. Having improved every year in the top flight, the Lakers were hoping for a finals berth in 2020 before COVID-19 hit. Lakers football director Marc Raak said with the majority of their list signing on and a few new recruits, they were happy with how things were going. Brodie Holland will again lead the side after re-signing as coach. “We were in a really good position, thinking that the season was going to go ahead,” Raak said. “We had 50-odd on the training track and we were a bit devastated that it didn’t go ahead. “We spoke as a club and set goals for this year to get into a finals game for the first time in div 1. The players and coaching staff are driven.” Raak said they had lost just one player from this year’s squad, which was due to business commitments in Mildura. Their new signings for 2020 have re-signed for next year, led by former Adelaide-listed player Will Young. The Lakers have announced their first new signing for 2021, with ruckman Brock McGregor joining the club. McGregor had been playing with Essendon District Football League premier division side Keilor. He missed last year’s premiership after injuring his knee. “He is a ruck and it was a hole that we needed to fill,” Raak said. “We spoke with him a while ago about giving him an opportunity. What we are looking for suited us both and he’s looking to move into the Caroline Springs area and be part of our community.” Raak said they were delighted with where the list was sitting at the moment. He said they were still talking to players. “There’s one or two others we would like to add to our list as well. “We’ll look to improve in one or two other areas.” Like all clubs, the Lakers are unsure when they will be able to start pre-season training due to COVID-19 restrictions. Raak said they would look to start as soon as they were allowed. “We’re just waiting for clarification,” he said. “When we’re allowed, we will be out there on that day we’re allowed.” Tara Murray

James Grubb is Altona’s new coach. (Mark Wilson)

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Seidel appointed Melton Thoroughbreds coach Andrew Seidel is returning to the coaching hot seat after being appointed Melton Thoroughbreds’ Big V women’s coach for next year’s division 2 season. Seidel coached the Sunbury Jets youth league girls team to back-to-back championships in 2017-18, but was not reappointed to lead the side in the Youth League Championships division for the first time. After two years out of coaching, Seidel decided he wanted back in and successfully applied for the Melton women’s role. Seidel said the COVID-19 break, which resulted in limited basketball this year, had played a role in getting him back into basketball. “Unfortunately I wasn’t reappointed after two championships at Sunbury and I had to walk away from coaching as there wasn’t any jobs,” he said. “I’ve had the passion and the bite to coach again the last month or two. I applied for a couple of jobs and got this one.

“During COVID I missed basketball.” Seidel has just built a house in the Melton municipality, which played a factor in applying for the role. He replaces Lauren Olcorn, who stood down as coach. Olcorn was instrumental in getting the women’s Big V program back up and running in Melton. The side was reestablished in 2018 after folding at the end of 2010. “Lauren stepped away due to some family commitments and decided to not go on with the role,” Seidel said. “I want to see if we can develop the side even further and get it up into division 1.” Seidel said he knew a couple of players from this year’s squad, having previously coached them at Sunbury. He said he would look to recruit a few players to help strength the side. The club has also announced Adrian Adams as the youth league women’s coach. The club was due to have a yough league girls team for

the first time this year, before the season was cancelled due to COVID-19. Seidel said it was exciting to see the pathway being established at the club. “I’ve had experience coaching youth league and getting a pathway and somewhere to move up to, gives them a bit more incentive. “Hopefully they’ll stay around and play women’s.” Seidel said he can’t wait to get things underway. “I’m excited,” he said. “I’m someone with fresh ideas and new to the club. “Hopefully the club is heading in the right direction and I’m extremely excited about this new opportunity.” Tara Murray Andrew Seidel is back in the coching hot seat. (Shawn Smits)

Marr steps up for Lions

New Gisborne skipper Jason Wilson. (Shawn Smits) 206366_04

Second win for Dragons By Tara Murray It’s been a juggling act for Gisborne as it returned to the nets and field in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association. As a regional club, the Dragons are allowed to train in groups of set numbers. Regional teams in the GDCA are also playing against each other in a round robin competition until the metro teams are allowed to play. New McIntyre Cup captain Jason Wilson said it had been good to be back. “We’re getting about 70-odd people to training,” he said. “It’s good to have a run around with some mates and be back out there after six months. “It’s challenging organising it all and we have to do it over a couple of different ovals and there’s a few different team leaders.” Among those training with the Dragons are several Gisborne-based cricketers who are playing in Melbourne competitions. All have played for the Dragons at some point in their careers.

Several of them, including premier cricket players Lachie McKenna and Roby Lane, last season’s captain Jarryd Vernon and Luke Macumber, all played in the Dragons opening round matches. “It’s great having their knowledge and leadership around with them all playing at a high level of cricket,” Wilson said. “It’s good to see them pass on the knowledge to the younger players, as we have a lot of them. “I’m just trying to balance that on the field as we have plenty of depth with those guys playing. “I do have to manage everyone on the field and give everyone a hit and rotate the batting.” Another player who has started the season with the Dragons is former Australian under-19 captain Pat McKenna. McKenna, who spent time on Greater Western Sydney and Melbourne’s AFL lists, hasn’t played a lot of cricket in recent years. He played two games last season for the Dragons. Wilson said McKenna would play with them until Christmas but is unsure of his

availability after the break because of work commitments. Wilson, who captained his home club back in Gippsland for a number of years, said he was enjoying the opportunity to step up and captain the Dragons. On Friday, the Dragons faced Woodend in the second of its regional senior competition pool matches and made it two from two. Woodend made 9-83 from its overs, with former Dragon Riley Vernon top scoring with 40. Roby Lane took two wickets. The Dragons made the runs two wickets down and with five overs remaining. Sam Mackay top-scored with 40 not out. Making the most of the public holiday proved a successful move with rain resulting in few other matches being completed. Just three other senior matches achieved results over Friday and Saturday. In Pool B, Bacchus Marsh 2 was too good for Riddell. The other pool A match featuring the McIntyre Cup teams, Romsey and Bacchus Marsh didn’t go ahead.

Glen Marr has held many coaching roles at Taylors Lakes Cricket Club. He’s coached junior sides and, for the past three seasons, has been the batting coach for the senior Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association side. This season he has taken on the senior coaching role, replacing Janaka Deegodagamage who has left the club to coach at a higher level. Marr said he just loved cricket and being involved. “For me, I’m just happy to do anything,” he said. “I’ve been on and off at the club for 20 years and my sons play here. “I’ve been helping out in the past and I’m not working any more, so I have more time to put into it. “I just love the game and the enjoyment for me is seeing them all improve.” Marr already knows most of the playing group and has played with several of the junior players coming through. He said the club had kept most of last year’s side together, but travel restrictions meant they would be without international players – Aamir Raza was meant to be an assistant coach while playing at the club for a second season. Marr said they were still settling their line-up, with COVID-19 delaying some people’s decisions about their playing future. Amhit Padwal, who played with Altona last season, will be a playing assistant coach. Marr and Padwal have already been speaking about training plans, with a likely date for a return to training nearing. The Lions last season made a qualifying final after an exciting final round of the season. Marr said the biggest focus this season was improvement. “The first thing is we will try and focus on the skills,” he said. “We won’t set any targets, it’s a funny season. “We are traditionally better in one-dayers from my experience because of our batting, but I will take it as it comes. “I’ll try and get the guys to enjoy it and better themselves. If we make good choices when in the middle, the rest will take care of itself.” The Lions are set to kick off their season on November 21, at home against Ivanhoe. Tara Murray

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