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Salvos appeal for help By Esther Lauaki Demand for financial assistance is expected to increase two-fold this Christmas across municipalities hardest-hit by COVID-19. Sunshine Salvation Army Captain Colin Reynolds said there had already been significant demand for financial and emergency services in the lead-up to Christmas. “Many are living below the poverty line in Brimbank and doing it very tough, struggling to afford the necessities,” Captain Reynolds said. “We are anticipating a much larger increase in demand this year as a result of COVID-19. “Christmas is normally a busy time for The Salvation Army and there’s always a demand there for assistance services, but because of such high job losses this year, people will be struggling.”
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- Colin Reynolds The Salvation Army is launching its annual Christmas Appeal, aiming to raise $12 million to ensure those in need are taken care of over the festive season after a devastating year of bushfires, drought and coronavirus. In the past 12 months, The Salvation Army has helped 80,000 people impacted by COVID-19 and provided more than $10 million in financial assistance. “The high demand for our services is consistent with the journey that we’ve been on,” Captain Reynolds said. “We’ve noted that the scope of people that we have assisted has been much wider. “We would normally cater for those on lower incomes, whether they be elderly or found themselves without work. But with COVID, we’ve had people that, by their own admission, have said that they have never had to access assistance before and it has been a very humbling experience for us as well as them.” The impact of COVID-19 will also mean more people spending the Christmas period alone, Captain Reynolds said. “For us based in Sunshine, we normally offer the Christmas Day lunch where we would
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have 100 to 120 people sit down for lunch … that won’t happen this year because of COVID restrictions. “We will instead focus on our hamper and emergency food provisions to deliver to those people who need them. “We are asking for people to give generously
in terms of non-perishable food and essential items because there will be significantly more hampers needed to cater for everyone.” At Christmas, The Salvation Army’s teams will distribute more than 30,000 hampers and vouchers, give out more than $1.3 million in gifts and toys and support more than 50,000
Australian families in need. For financial and emergency assistance, reach out to The Salvation Army’s national financial support service on 1300 371 288 (9am-5pm Monday to Friday). Donate to The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal at 42 Devonshire Road, Sunshine.
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Bail for teens accused of murder Five teenagers charged with murdering 15-year-old Solomone Taufeulungaki have been granted bail and told they must follow strict conditions – including a curfew and a social media ban – in the two years before their trial. Solomone, 15, was stabbed to death on June 16 outside the Brimbank Shopping Centre in Deer Park. Police have charged a total of 11 people with murder over his death, including nine boys, aged 13 to 17, and two men, aged 20 and 23. The accused boys cannot be named. Supreme Court Justice Paul Coghlan this month granted bail to five of the boys – two aged 13, one aged 14 and two 15-year-olds. Justice Coghlan said he was leaning towards
granting bail to the five boys because of their young age, the expected delay before their trial and their previous good compliance with bail. Justice Coghlan warned the boys that they should become familiar with the rules as they will probably have to abide by them for several years. “This process is going to be a relatively long one and you’re going to be on those conditions for something like two years, but if you don’t keep the conditions, you won’t remain on bail,” he said. “In particular you need to understand you can’t associate with anyone else who is charged with this offence, with the exception of the brothers who can associate with one another.”
The boys are required to reside at a nominated address with a curfew and have been ordered to abstain from alcohol or drugs of dependence. They are not allowed to leave Victoria and cannot contact or associate with prosecution witnesses, including those accused of Solomone’s murder. To address concerns about the boys’ potential involvement in gang activity, Justice Coghlan set a condition of bail which prohibits the teens from gathering in groups of more than five unless it is for school or youth justice programs. They are also not allowed to access social media, which Justice Coghlan recognised was a “tough condition” but was necessary. The prosecution opposed bail, arguing
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that the group had failed to demonstrate exceptional circumstances justifying their release, although prosecutor Mark Gibson, SC, conceded they faced a considerable delay before trial. Mr Gibson also raised concerns some of the boys had previously breached bail. One boy spent a night at his girlfriend’s house, the court heard. Some of the accused boys were charged with affray after Solomone’s death but had the charges upgraded to murder last month. The four other charged boys remain in youth detention. – The Age
COVID support continues Brimbank council will continue to focus on supporting its diverse community to respond to and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, chief executive Helen Morrissey said. “We recognise how difficult the impacts of COVID-19 have been for our residents and businesses, and on behalf of council I would like to thank the community for their ongoing patience and for riding the storm together with us,” she said. “As a council we geared up quickly to help combat the spread of the coronavirus and in April council adopted the whole-of-council Brimbank Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response and Recovery Strategy. With 93 per cent of the identified actions completed by end September, we are tracking well. “Council remains committed to re-aligning the ways in which it supports people locally, despite the municipality being hard-hit socially and economically by the pandemic.” Council recently released the September Community Impact Analysis – the third such analysis since the pandemic began – to better understand the economic effects and impacts of COVID-19 on Brimbank. The Community Impact Analysis identified those most at risk were people in precarious employment with no entitlements to sick leave, no guarantee of future work and no capacity to work from home. This increased both the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and chances of transmission. The analysis drew on surveys of 71 community support organisations, interviews and information gathered from 20 council teams on what they heard through their work within the community and from working with individuals, families and groups.
Christmas is around the corner and the Caroline Springs Scouts troop is selling freshly cut trees in time for the festive season. The 1st Caroline Springs Scouts group will be selling Christmas trees from November 28. Orders are being taken for trees between 1.5 metres and 2.5 metres tall but special orders for bigger trees are also available. Scout leader Claire Mouser said proceeds will go towards equipment, supplies and maintenance of the group’s scout hall. “With COVID, we removed membership fees to make it easier for families [but] that means the group had no income this year,’’ she said. “We have only recently returned to face-to-face membership but the group still has overheads to pay. “This year, the Christmas Tree drive will be our only source of fundraising.” Trees, from $55 to $75 each, can be ordered at the Scout hall at 115 Tenterfield Drive, Burnside Heights between 10am and 2pm. Delivery in Brimbank or Melton is also available. For another $20, the Scouts group will come and collect and dispose of trees in January. Orders: www.trybooking.com/BMODG Esther Lauaki
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Sunshine North aged care centre faces legal action Two sisters are spearheading legal action against a Sunshine North nursing home which they say failed their mother. Nicolina Manuele was among 11 Cumberland Manor residents who died after catching COVID-19 inside the facility. Her daughters, Paula Dinatale and Nellie Giacca, could only watch as their late mother begged for help from inside her Sunshine North nursing home. “We couldn’t do anything,” Ms Dinatale said. “We would just look at her through the
window … we just couldn’t do anything. “She would cry and we would cry too.” The 89-year-old Cumberland Manor resident caught COVID-19 in July and at first, the facility refused to move her to hospital, the sisters say. “I couldn’t understand,” Ms Dinatale said. “It’s like they just left her there to die on her own … they should have been more prepared.” The sisters claim that communication from Cumberland Manor was practically non-existent and that COVID protocols were not being followed.
Their mother was moved to hospital after falling unconscious at the nursing home and, by then, Ms Giacca said it was too late. “We believe they failed us,” she said. Ms Manuele succumbed to COVID-19 shortly after. She was one of 11 who died of the virus and dozens of residents who were infected, along with 54 staff. Lawyer Tom Bradley, of Shine Lawyers, will represent the sisters who are filing a class action against Cumberland Manor. “The facility seemed not to be interested in ensuring that COVID-19 tests were taking
place,” Mr Bradley said. “There were issues with residents and staff and visitors being able to wander around the facilities without any control at all.” Cumberland Manor defended its operation telling Nine News that all staff had undertaken the appropriate coronavirus training and the facility had updated its infection plan before any resident caught the virus. Anyone wanting to join the class action is encouraged to contact Shine Lawyers. – The Age
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Cr Victoria Borg (returning)
Horseshoe Ward
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New Brimbank Council sworn-in The 11-member Council took their oaths/affirmations from Council’s Chief Executive Officer Helen Morrissey, and signed a declaration to abide by the Councillor Code of Conduct 2020. The Council includes four returned councillors, Cr Victoria Borg, Cr Sam David, Cr Bruce Lancashire and Cr Virginia Tachos. Elected for the first time to Brimbank Council are Cr Sarah Branton, Cr Thuy Dang, Cr Maria Kerr, Cr Trung Luu, Cr Jasmine Nguyen, Cr Jae Papalia and Cr Ranka Rasic.
The Mayoral election will be held on Tuesday 17 November at 7pm, the meeting will be live streamed. For more information on Brimbank’s new Council visit brimbank.vic.gov.au
• Our five public libraries have reopened. Restrictions on visitor numbers and time limits apply. Check We’re excited that restrictions easing means Council our website for details. Services include computer, can open some spaces for more use such as: Internet use, study, photocopying and printing, click and collect, limited browsing of collections and a • Indoor and outdoor pool sessions available at Sunshine new service, click and collect printing Leisure Centre, limits apply per pool session – all bookings via leisurecentres.brimbank.vic.gov.au • Library to your Door Service will continue to
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• Learn to swim classes and squad swimming have re-commenced. New students welcome - contact swimschool@brimbank.vic.gov.au
• Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres have reopened with limits on numbers. Some services and programs will not be available until further notice
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• Maternal and Child Health services return to face to face appointments, telehealth and/or telephone consultations for all children 0-3.5 years.
Youth Week in Riding the the West COVID wave Riding the Covid-19 Wave in Brimbank is a project by Brimbank Libraries to document the COVID-19 pandemic, at a local level. The project is aiming to capture the voices, stories and experiences of our diverse community at this moment in history. Submissions received will be collated for an exhibition. We are calling on those who live, work or study in Brimbank to share your own unique experience of the pandemic. Send us your images, written work and videos that capture how this period has impacted your life. Submissions will be accepted until 30 November. Visit brimbanklibaries.vic. gov.au to learn more.
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Celebrating Young People in the West this November! Victorian Youth Week is a celebration of young people aged 10 to 25. Visit brimbankyouth. com for events happening in Brimbank this month, including a range of online activities, from manga drawing to bird watching. For other events happening in Victoria during Youth Week, visit youthcentral.vic.gov.au When: 15 November-15 December Where: Visit brimbankyouth.com for events happening in Brimbank, or youthcentral.vic.gov.au for events in Victoria. Cost: No charge
• Indoor Group Fitness classes and Gym sessions available at Sunshine Leisure Centre and the St Albans Pop-Up Gym with restrictions, all bookings via leisurecentres.brimbank.vic.gov.au
For more information about Council services visit brimbank.vic.gov.au or call Council on 9249 4000.
Environmental Resonate Enjoy an online video Events in performance from November Zimbabwean-born artist The November edition of our Environmental Events Calendar features some great workshops and activities accessible to residents online. Fancy a discussion on bird watching with a local expert on the feathered creatures along Kororoit Creek? Or how about tips for renters on installing solar power and how to save money on your energy bills. The My Smart Garden series also continues with some great workshops for the new or experienced green thumb. Learn more about the events running throughout November at: brimbank. vic.gov.au/environmentand-sustainability
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Victoria Borg Sarah Branton Thuy Dang
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Sam David CrDavid@brimbank.vic.gov.au Trung Luu CrLuu@brimbank.vic.gov.au Jasmine Nguyen CrNguyen@brimbank.vic.gov.au
NIASHA as part of our NAIDOC celebrations and Bowery online stage series Resonate. The singersongwriter and poet, whose work delves into the topics of love, identity and living a fulfilled life is set to deliver a digital soulful session of hiphop and roots grooves. When: Sunday 29 November, 3pm Cost: No charge Where: Learn more at creativebrimbank.com.au
All information in this week’s edition of Brimbank Buzz was correct at the time of printing. For the latest information about the impacts of COVID-19 on Council’s services visit brimbank.vic.gov.au
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Next Council meeting: 17 November 2020 – Special Council Meeting – Election of the Mayor Level 1, Council Chamber 301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine Due to the current COVID-19 emergency, the council meeting will be closed to the public. The council meeting will be publicly broadcast via live stream and the recording published on Council’s website www.brimbank.vic.gov. au after the meeting. Call 9249 4000 for more information.
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Garage Sale Trail: Recovery Edition Australia’s biggest weekend of garage sales returns to Brimbank Council this November as a free virtual event! Make or save money whilst helping the planet by reusing items and reducing waste.
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Testing blitz targets hotspots State health officials will launch a mass testing blitz in Melbourne’s north and west in a bid to find any remaining COVID-19 cases among the 500,000 people who live in two of the city’s most populous council areas. Health Department officials met with Hume and Wyndham council officers at the weekend, sources close to the discussions have confirmed, to discuss the best way to roll out the testing program. The blitz will be Victoria’s first widespread asymptomatic testing for coronavirus – meaning anyone will be tested whether they
have symptoms or not. Some asymptomatic testing was conducted door-to-door when the first Melbourne postcodes went into lockdown in June. Until now regular testing of the general population has generally been of people with coronavirus symptoms, no matter how mild. Wyndham and Hume, along with Brimbank, have been hardest hit in Victoria in terms of coronavirus infections. Wyndham has recorded 2265 cases of the virus since the pandemic began, while 2015 Brimbank residents have been diagnosed with the illness.
The testing drive is intended to pick up any undetected cases that might still exist in those former COVID hotspots. It would be the biggest single testing effort the state has attempted so far during the coronavirus pandemic. There are currently no active cases in Melbourne’s north or west. Brimbank chief executive Helen Morrissey said council continues to liaise, plan and work with the health deparement in the event that further testing is needed. “Brimbank has been an area of focus due to coronavirus numbers in the recent past and
currently has no active cases which is very pleasing,” Ms Morrissey said. “We continue to urge people to follow the advice of the health authorities, and to get tested if they have any symptoms. “Testing sites have been set up at various locations in and near Brimbank. “Recently council has assisted DHHS set up two additional testing sites – at VU St Albans and West Sunshine Community Centre carpark.” – with The Age
Odour relief for Christmas
Singer-songwriter and poet Niasha. (Supplied)
Brimbank gets creative Hip-hop and roots grooves from singer-songwriter and poet Niasha will be a highlight of Brimbank’s creative events program this month. The Zimbabwean-born artist is set to deliver a digital soulful session on November 29 when she will delve into the topics of love, identity and living a fulfilled life. Council’s Creative Brimbank initiative is synonymous with all things dedicated to arts and culture in the diverse and inspiring community. Artists, cultural events and shows, creative workshops and community art activities will all come together under the Creative Brimbank
brand to increase the engagement of the community in the arts and to celebrate our creativity. Brimbank acting community wellbeing director Lynley Dumble said the aim was to have everyone able to participate in and collaborate towards building a vibrant, connected and creative community. “Council is dedicated to ensuring the arts are part of everyday life in Brimbank, as well as developing artistic thinking in the community through the work of the arts and culture team, and beyond,” Ms Dumble said. “We advocate for the inclusion of arts in the west by bringing quality experiences in
performing and visual arts, and delivering an engaging program of creative workshops, festivals and events. “You could say Creative Brimbank is our new arts and culture mantra!” In line with this, Brimbank council recently unveiled a new Creative Brimbank website dedicated to sharing creative ideas and inviting everyone to participate. The website features a calendar of events, blog posts, public art information, artist opportunities, videos, and more. Details: www.creativebrimbank.com.au.
Residents neighbouring the Kealba landfill can expect some relief from the odour over Christmas. Environment Protection Authority western metropolitan regional manager Stephen Lansdell says the watchdog will require the landfill to be sealed with a layer of earth while work on the hotspots pauses between December 23 and January 11. “There should also be a reduction in odour between now and the holiday period while excavations concentrate on cold areas that will allow access for the last of the hotspots to be opened and cooled early in the new year,” Mr Lansdell said. “That final stage will involve some additional odour as the last of the hotspots are opened up, but it should end several months earlier than originally expected, thanks to the successful trial of exposing hot waste to cool overnight.” EPA officers will inspect the landfill on the last day before work stops for Christmas to ensure every measure is in place to minimise odour during the temporary shutdown. The landfill operator, Barro Group, will continue air quality monitoring and community engagement around the project as required by an EPA-issued Clean Up Notice. “EPA and the community want this fixed as quickly and safely as possible, and the trial of exposing the waste overnight has paid off, saving considerable amounts of time,” Mr Lansdell said EPA approved the continued use of overnight cooling after discussions with some of the most affected residents, most of whom preferred an earlier finish, despite the periods of increased odour they had experienced during the trial. The final completion date still depends on how large and hot the waste hotspots are. Esther Lauaki
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Residents on the trail of a good bargain
Brimbank’s Garage Sale Trail will be held online this weekend. (Supplied)
Brimbank council is set to join Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event for the fourth year running this weekend. The Garage Sale Trail: Recovery Edition, encourages residents to make and save money by buying and selling second-hand goods, reducing waste and reusing items in the process. For the first time ever Brimbank council will deliver the trail as a virtual garage sale event on November 21 and 22. This online alternative ensures COVID-19 safety measures remain in place while allowing everyone to participate.
Brimbank chief executive Helen Morrissey said she hoped the community used this opportunity to declutter and rehome unwanted items while having some fun and making some extra money. She said the initiative is part of council’s commitment to reducing landfill and supporting residents to reuse items and reduce waste at home. “Not only is the event a fantastic way to save and make money from the comfort of your home, it gives people the chance to connect with their neighbours and community, something that has been greatly missed since the pandemic began,” she said.
This year the focus is on second-hand items that are easily shippable or can be picked up contact-free. Brimbank libraries is leading the way with its own group Virtual Garage Sale – staff from each branch will be donating preloved items which will then be available to be viewed online. Customers can register their interest in items and once allocated, can pick up via click and collect from the nominated library. There will be no charge for these items. Details: www.garagesaletrail.com.au/brimbank. Esther Lauaki
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Pupils John and Alysia with sustainability co-ordinator Joanne McManus (back left) and Melbourne Water’s Dr Teresa Mackintosh. (Supplied)
Recycling bags reward Pupils at a Sunshine primary school have a permanent reminder of the importance of recycling, thanks to Melbourne Water. A seat, made from recycled plastic, now sits inside the school gardens with a plaque featuring the wording ‘this seat prevented 21,250 plastic bags from entering into Kororoit Creek and Port Phillip Bay’. The seat is a reward for the pupils at Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception for their involvement in Melbourne Water’s `Litter Action’ program and the work they’ve done with Friends of Kororoit Creek learning about the impacts litter has on their environment. Teacher Joanne McManus said the pupils had driven the school’s sustainability message. “We feel it is important for students to become
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By Esther Lauaki Brimbank council has a fresh new look and, in line with the rest of the Victoria, more women elected than ever before. The newly elected council was sworn in for a four-year term, in an official ceremony last Tuesday which was live-streamed to the public. Women make up the majority of the council, elected to eight of the 11 seats last weekend. At just 23, Jasmine Nguyen, is the youngest councillor to be elected in Brimbank this year and will represent the Harvester ward. The daughter of Vietnamese refugees, she said the privilege of being born in Australia has been deeply ingrained in her, along with the sense of responsibility to “give back”. “I am immensely thankful that my family was welcomed and able to call Brimbank our home for over 20 years,” Cr Nguyen said. “Being born, bred, and educated in Brimbank, I have continued to work and give back to the west where I can. I ran for council because I want to be a voice of change.” Cr Nguyen was one of six second-generation Vietnamese Australians to run for local council seats across Victoria in 2020. “There’s still not enough representation of Vietnamese Australians in leadership, media, politics,” Ms Nguyen said. “We could be the voice, and the bridge between two different generations and two different cultures.“ The new council includes four returned councillors: Victoria Borg, Sam David, Bruce Lancashire and Virginia Tachos. Elected for the first time to Brimbank are councillors Sarah Branton, Thuy Dang, Maria Kerr, Trung Luu, Jasmine Nguyen, Jae Papalia and Ranka Rasic. The mayoral election will be held on Tuesday, November 17 at 7pm, the meeting will be live-streamed.
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A Deer Park man and a teen from Albanvale are among six males arrested after three teenagers were allegedly assaulted with machetes in Werribee last month. The incident occurred at a park on Rosella Avenue about 6.45pm on October 31. Police allege the males, armed with poles, knives and machetes, approached a group of males and assaulted them. During the incident a 17-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy was struck with a machete, causing serious injuries to his lower body. Two other victims were assaulted after fleeing the scene. Two 15-year-old boys from Point Cook and Melton South, and a 14-year-old from Albanvale have been charged with violent disorder, possessing a controlled weapon and committing an indictable offence on bail. All three have been remanded to appear before a children’s court at a later date. A 22-year-old man from Deer Park has been charged with violent disorder, possessing a controlled weapon, committing an indictable offence on bail and failing to provide information. He was remanded to appear before Sunshine Magistrates Court on November 17. A 21-year-old man from Hoppers Crossing has been charged with violent disorder and was bailed to appear before Sunshine Magistrates Court on June 23, 2021.A 23-year-old Hoppers Crossing man was released without charge. Esther Lauaki Cr Jasmine Nguyen. (Supplied)
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MY BRIMBANK Steven Tabban has a heart for Brimbank just like his dad Sam, a former councillor in the area. The long-time Sunshine resident chats to Esther Lauaki about his community service. What’s your connection to Brimbank? I was born in Footscray Hospital but have lived elsewhere in Brimbank. How long have you lived in the area? My entire life (35 years). You ran for Brimbank council recently. What made you want to elevate your service to the community by running for council?
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My dad Sam Tabban ran for Horseshoe Bend ward and was on council many years ago. I had considered running a few years ago and I spoke to my dad about it before and he said, “Over my dead body”. I decided not to run back then because I had a business to run. So I put it on the back burner and in recent years, I still didn’t see much change happening. I ran this year because I felt that I could dedicate the time to it and I really wanted to make a difference. What do you love about living and trading in Brimbank? I established Create Real Estate in Sunshine three years ago and now we’re one of “the big four” agencies in the area. What other hats do you wear in the community? Before I ran my business, I served voluntarily at Enjoy Church in Sunshine North and that’s where it started for me. I’ve been a part of clubs
my whole life. I’ve been involved with Albion Football Club and Sunshine Kangaroos, I’ve sat on the board and even went back to coach.
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First sale in five years for strip By Esther Lauaki The tightly-held heart of St Albans’ Main Road shopping strip has recorded its first retail property sale in more than five years. Real estate agent Ervin Niyaz, of Fitzroys Associates, negotiated the sale of 325a Main Road for $2.2 million to an owner-occupier, on behalf of a private investor. The vacant 400-square metre building is on a 541-square metre site with rear access via a right of way, and is next to Chemist Warehouse.
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neighbourhood strips longer-term.” He said the sale arrived during the stage four lockdown, despite the fact inspections were not permitted. “Very little sells in this area, particularly in
the heart of the strip where this property is located. The last sale was more than five years ago,” Mr Niyaz said. Prominently positioned in the heart of Main Road East’s thriving retail precinct, the
property is surrounded by national tenants and established retailers. More than 450 car spaces are within walking distance, and the retail precinct is also easily accessible by public transport.
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“The buyer was attracted to the property’s location in the prime of the strip, with a massive 12-metre frontage that offers excellent signage opportunities and exposure to the passing vehicle and pedestrian traffic,” Mr Niyaz said. He said primary interest during the off-market process was from owner-occupiers. “Businesses have noted Melburnians are reconnecting with their local shopping strips, where they have been able to find a sense of community during a period of restricted movement and working from home, whether it’s getting a coffee or something to eat, or going for a walk,” Mr Niyaz said. “This period is likely to have a lasting impact on Melburnians and increase visitation to
Out and about Brimbank residents were enjoying a new level of freedom as they browsed the shops and enjoyed the cafes in the centre of Sunshine last week. Sunshine’s town centre is open for more shoppers than it’s had in months as restrictions on retail and hospitality ease – much to the delight of businesses. Under the present COVID rules, restaurants and cafes are allowed 40 diners indoors and 70 outdoors. Groups must be limited to 10 people, tables have to remain 1.5 metres apart from each other and they can socialise only with the people at their table.
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Keep on top of your health Christopher Carter CEO, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network COVID-19 has impacted all our lives in many ways, from the fear of getting the virus itself, to the restrictions in place to limit the spread and prevent the terrible situations we have seen in many countries around the world. It’s made us all more cautious about the places we go and the people we see. This has helped stop the spread of the virus, and thankfully we appear to have defeated the second wave of infections here in Victoria. But there is one place you should always feel comfortable going to if you need to – your local general practice. GPs and practice nurses in our local area have told us that some of their patients are reluctant to come in for routine tests or check-ups until the pandemic is over. Practice Nurse Emma Thompson from Bacchus Marsh Medical Centre said her clinic has been experiencing a drop-off in regular patient visits since COVID-19 began spreading widely in Australia. “A lot of patients won’t want to come out for bloods until the pandemic’s settled,” she said. For many of us delaying a check-up a few months might not be a big deal. But for people with chronic conditions, like diabetes, not keeping on top of things can have very serious consequences. “You’re more likely to suffer from complications of your disease rather than consequences of coming in to the doctor,” Ms Thompson said. “You’re less likely to catch COVID from the doctor than you are to have a secondary complication [from your existing illness].” Earlier this month the Australian Institute of
Health and Welfare released a report on breast, cervical and bowel cancer screening rates in Australia for the first half of this year. The report was extremely concerning. Breast screening plummeted in April, and overall there were nearly 150,000 less breast screening tests done in the first half of this year compared to last year. Cervical cancer screening was also well down. Every one of these tests is a chance to catch cancer earlier, when more can be done in treatment and people are more likely to recover. While we can’t say for sure that all the missed screening tests are because of COVID-19, it matches up with what we have seen across our region throughout the pandemic. It is completely normal to be concerned about COVID-19, and not going out if you don’t need to is a good thing right now. But it is OK to see your GP – just call them first. All general practices have substantial measures in place to help keep you safe, from the use of telehealth where possible, to regular cleaning, compulsory mask wearing and physical distancing in the waiting room if you have to come in. Let’s not let a pandemic of cancer, diabetes and other chronic disease take the place of COVID-19. Visit www.nwmphn.org.au/seeyourgp for more information, and stay safe out there.
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Sunshine’s illegal migrants will be encouraged to qualify for permanent resident status during the present national amnesty, with information pamphlets prepared in their own language. The federal government announced an amnesty on illegal migrants in June this year, but to date only a third of the estimated 60,000 people settled in Australia illegally have come forward.
Sunshine council has struck a rate increase of 5.93 per cent for 1991. The rate is by far the lowest in the western suburbs and will mean an increase of about $20 for each ratepayer.
A soccer club with a 21-year-old history in Brimbank may be forced to disband if it does not find a home by December. Club players, managers and supporters of the newly-named Albion Rovers Soccer Club packed the gallery at a recent Brimbank council meeting, holding placards in a bid to highlight their plight and appeal for council aid.
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Art and industry sewn together By Goya Dmytryshchak You could call it a see-through dress … well, it’s made from X-rays. The visionary design is among the highlights of the Art and Industry Festival, showcasing artistic creativity in Melbourne’s industrial and manufacturing heartland west of the West Gate Bridge. The 10-day festival opens Friday, November 20 from 8-9.30pm with the ‘Industrial Fashion’ show, featuring costumes set to dance and music. Lizz Lethlean, who designed and created a robe and parasol from hospital X-rays, is among 12 designers who pushed the boundaries to create wearable designs. Acclaimed jeweller Anna Kolusniewski created three outfits using parts from Toyota’s closed car factory in Altona. Before the festival has even started, a giant ‘Welcome to Spotswood’ mural on a vintage water tank by artisan signwriter Tony Mead has caused a buzz. The story of his mural is among four short films that will be shown, including a behind-the-scenes look at tattoo art and the changing world of a family butcher shop. At the festival’s epicentre is the Song Series Concert, on Friday, November 27, from 8-9.30pm, featuring original pieces from acclaimed singer songwriters including Mark Seymour (Hunters and Collectors), Rusty Berther (ex-Scared Weird Little Guys), Jane Bayley (Crying In Public Places), country and western star Sherry Rich and Peter Farnan (Boom Crash Opera). Festival director Donna Jackson said the program told the story of the west’s past and future, drawing inspiration from local industries including Mobil and the Williamstown dockyards. “The festival’s rich program offers ideas from which to glimpse our future, and opportunities for community to reflect on past industries and to tell stories,” she said. “The Art and Industry Festival is about celebrating the old industrial places and uncovering the stories, past and present, sewn into the fabric of these places.” The festival runs from November 20-29. Details: artandindustryfestival.com.au
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Quality and care key at KND Everyone’s had to put off getting dental work done during COVID lockdowns, so KND Denture Clinic has now geared up to meet the rush of people who want to get their new dentures built or existing ones repaired.
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rosthetist Sam Robertson, who runs the clinic with sister and brother Kathy and Nick Danoucaras, along with Aleksy Rozyski, says they’re ready and waiting, with all COVID-safe practises in place. “The nature of our business has always demanded extra attention to hygiene, but now we’re strictly enforcing all the COVID rules, with additional guidelines from Australian Dental Prosthetists Association also followed – just be super-cautious,” Sam explains. “Our appointments are being spaced out in order to meet the guidelines, and the social distancing rule is applied in our waiting room – where patients will be required to wear a mask. “The health and safety of our patients and staff is uppermost, so people can feel very confident to visit.” The clinic, which has been in St Albans for the past 25 years (with a second clinic subsequently opened in Caroline Springs) has a lovely homey feel. Once a private home, it exudes a relaxed, comfortable environment that helps dispel any anxiety – and the talented team of prosthetists go out of their way to make it a positive experience. Dentures and partial dentures are made on site, with great effort taken to match
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Sevens Pizza is something special Who doesn’t love a pizza, especially when it’s made with love by Italians who have the crusty deliciousness in their blood?
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alvatore Rizzo, owner of Sevens Pizza Kitchen for more than four years, has a granddad who ran cafes in his homeland, as well as a dad “who grew up in pizza shops”, absorbing all the techniques for creating a great pizza and tasty pasta dishes. Dad is on the pans now, serving up Italian recipes, with their own unique twist, the result of father and son bringing to life their shared vision of how food should taste and present. “Together we have 49 years’ industry experience under our belts, me with business management credentials and dad with years as a qualified chef,” Salvatore says. “We make a good fit to see our business grow as we continue to deliver great food and Italian-style hospitality. “Our whole crew is close-knit, underscoring the family feel of our shop. Our customers appreciate our ‘family’ style. For example, there’s Alex who works front of house and is regularly referred to as ‘that nice girl’; or Cameron, a die-hard Richmond Tigers supporter who’s always up for a chat about the footy. It’s our lovely customer like Cameron who make our work so rewarding.”
pizza topping on their parma, such as a capricciosa or Mexican (or any other), transforming it into an extra-moreish treat. The pizza choices are extensive, with a few “different” ones on board, such as haloumi and lamb, wild mushroom, and smoked pulled pork, salmon or duck. Of course, all the traditional pizzas are available, too, while the new Brazilian and the Tuscan are winning fans. Fresh salads are available, as are meals of barramundi fillets, chargrilled chicken breasts, steak sangers, and devilled wings – among many others. And the eggplant chips are a snacky treat for vegos. Sweet-lovers are well taken care of, with sticky date pudding, Nutella calzones, pancakes and dessert fries joining a substantial list of other indulgent desserts. And there are always “specials” of some sort – see the website.
Pick-up/deliveries/orders The entire menu can be picked up or delivered to your doorstep by friendly drivers. Online ordering is available, as is online secure direct payment. Sevens Pizza Kitchen, Shop 3, 2-14 Calder Park Drive, Taylors Hill. Opens 4-9pm Tuesday-Thursday; 4-10pm Friday; and 4-9pm Sunday. Inquiries: 9307 2277 or www.sevenspk.com.au
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“Our learning environments are an amiable place – a place where there is softness and comfort and beauty. They support both relationships and friendships. “Each of our permanent learning spaces has its own identity and collectively create an identity for the children and families.” An ongoing cycle of planning, documenting and evaluating children’s learning underpins the educational program that Caroline Springs Little Flyers provides for children. The kindergarten curriculum embraces an
extensive specialist program. “Our excursions may involve visits to the Melbourne Zoo, Melbourne Aquarium or Scienceworks, as well as regular community outings to Arcare Aged Care, local cafes, post office walks, and local school visits, all as part of our school readiness program. “Our specialist programs may include farm yard visits, dental care, road safety, water safety, cooking classes and live performances, as well as music, sports and dance programs. “Assessment of Learning programs
involves gathering and analysing information that reflects the partnership of children, families and educators, with teachers using assessments to ensure children leave the centre with confidence and readiness for school.” Caroline Springs Child Care and Kindergarten, 1, The Crossing, Caroline Springs. Opens 6.30am-6.30pm Monday-Friday. Inquiries: 9363 7622 or visit www.littleflyers.vic.edu.au
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Recipe for happiness Joyce Galea is never happier than when she’s watching a television cooking show and whipping up a storm in the kitchen for her husband Jerry.
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oyce, 75, loves cooking “anything and everything” and takes special pride when she uses the produce from the 22 fruit trees in her large garden. And Nazzareno ‘Jerry’, 80, fulfils his part of the bargain – he relishes the beautiful meals she prepares. The pair are delighted to be still living together in their beloved Altona North home which has been made possible with their home care packages through Uniting AgeWell. Jerry, a retired labourer who has dementia, is unable to walk and is confined to his bed after a neck injury. Joyce, who has painful arthritis, can’t lift him. So, a personal carer visits each day, while Joyce gets help with housework and gardening. “Uniting AgeWell is very good, anything I need I just have to ask,” Joyce says. However, she manages to drive, does all the shopping and also picks fruit and vegies from her garden. “We have a lemon tree, and the other day I made lemon chicken casserole,” Joyce says. “It tasted wonderful.” She’s also thrilled the mysterious tree in her garden she cultivated from a pip several years ago is now flowering and about to produce avocados. The great-grandmother has loved cooking all her life – she used to work in a canteen
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before she retired. And she’s looking forward to having the whole family round for meals as restrictions lift. Jerry and Joyce are among the thousands of clients across Victoria and Tasmania on a home care package through the not-for-profit aged care provider – with many in Melbourne’s north and west. Uniting AgeWell is now also delivering home care services to some 900 clients in the Brimbank council area, as well as those
in Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong. Rohan Bond, Uniting AgeWell program manager West Metro Home Care says with 80 per cent of clients living alone, extra welfare checks and one-on-one visits are being done. Rohan says an upside to the pandemic is that many people adjusted their home care packages to buy electric beds, mobility scooters and install ramps in their homes to enable them to live more independently
during isolation. So now that things are getting back to normal, they’ll be able to continue living their easiest best lives possible. Clients can also access Uniting AgeWell’s North West Metro Short-Term Restorative Care package – an early intervention program that aims to reverse and/or slow functional decline in older people and improve their wellbeing. This provides a multi-disciplinary range of goal-oriented services at home, including occupational and physiotherapy and equipment needed, for up to 56 paid days. Rohan says the pandemic has taken its toll on family carers who reported being exhausted, with a growing need for respite care. Uniting AgeWell provides respite in the home as well as centre-based respite. And to meet this demand, all Uniting AgeWell residential communities are offering respite stays, with a special package offering a three week stay for the price of two. Not only does it give the carers a break, but many of those coming in for short term stays love the camaraderie and support so much they end up staying. It’s also useful for those recovering from a hospital procedure who need extra care before returning home. The facilities all offer 24-hour specialist clinical and dementia care. For inquiries about Uniting AgeWell home care packages, respite stays and residential facilities, phone 1300 783 435 or visit www.unitingagewell.org
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Planting the seeds of growth Ms Stephanie Banks, deputy principal wellbeing at Caroline Chisholm Catholic College, says the pros and cons of single-sex and mixed education are constantly being debated, but believes the college offers a practical solution.
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e focus,” she says, “on a concentrated single-sex education from years 7-9 for young girls and boys at a separate campuses, and a co-educational experience from years 10-12. “This allows students to experience and take advantage of the best of both settings, providing a much more well-rounded wellbeing approach.” Ms Banks says the college is also constantly striving to provide learning facilities and resources that empower its 1500 students across its three campuses. The all-girls Christ the King Campus is undertaking a major transformation that includes a new state-of-the-art science wing, new outdoor learning spaces, and improved design and technologies rooms. Earlier this year, a brand-new arts centre catering to the visual and performing arts was opened. Ms Banks also notes that the single-sex setting encourages girls to challenge a national trend indicating they are less likely to take science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) and Vocational Education Training (VET) subjects at an early age. “Our female students are encouraged to develop strong skills in theory and practical subjects throughout their early years of secondary education,” she says. “Our all-girls Christ the King Campus offers them a great solution, preparing them for
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the co-educational setting in year 10 and beyond. Having these world-class facilities is something we are proud to offer girls.”
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Western United is gearing up for the 2020-21 A-League season. (Pictures: Supplied)
further, to give the best chance of winning silverware. “We’re very close to agreeing on a defensive midfielder,” Mark continues. “If you look at the two most successful teams last year, arguably the best two defensive midfielders were Josh Brillante and Luke Brattan, so that’s an area where
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Finding a good personal trainer As the weather warms up and the COVID restrictions continue easing, you may notice an influx of personal training groups around your local area – and you may even be interested in joining one of them. But, how do you know which group and which personal trainer will be the best fit for you? There is such a wide scope of experience and areas of expertise within personal training – so it is really going to depend on exactly what you are hoping to achieve. This is the first thing you need to do: become clear on your own health and fitness goals. What are you hoping to achieve? When are you hoping to achieve it by? How much time can you dedicate? Once you know this, you can be armed with better information to help you consider the rest of these handy tips:
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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Who was the 2020 US Open women’s singles champion? 2. Name the five English cricket venues that hosted the 2019 Ashes series. 3. Which English professional snooker player is currently ranked number one in the world?
4. Which soccer team failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, the first time it had not made the tournament since 1958? 5. Which team did the Melbourne Vixens defeat 66-64 in the 2020 Suncorp Super Netball grand final? 6. The 2020 Tri Nations Series is contested between which three countries? 7. Which country hosted the 2019 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships? 8. Who won the 2020 Brownlow Medal? 9. Which soccer team won the 2020 UEFA Champions League final? 10. Which American Thoroughbred racehorse won the 2020 Pegasus World Cup? 11. Which team did New Zealand defeat in the final of the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup in Ireland?
12. Who is the highest ranked Australian male golfer as of November 2020?
Naomi Osaka
13. Which nation won the 2019 Rugby Championship? 14. Who won the men’s 100 metres at the 2019 World Athletics Championships in Qatar? 15. Who won the 2020 AFL Coleman Medal? 16. Which team won Major League Baseball’s 2020 World Series? 17. Which sailing team won the 2017 America’s Cup? 18. Who did Sofia Kenin defeat to win the 2020 Australian Open women’s singles title? 19. Which horse won the 2019 Melbourne Cup? 20. Who won the 2020 Women’s London Marathon? 21. Which tennis player won a record 13th French Open singles title this year? 22. Which country won the 2019 Rugby World Cup?
23. The Hopman Cup was held for the last time in which Australian city? 24. Who was the #1 pick in the 2019 NFL Draft? 25. A statue of which AFLW player was erected in Melbourne’s Federation Square?
29. Egyptian soccer star Mohamed Salah plays for which English Premier League club? 30. The 2019 Youth World Weightlifting Championships were hosted by which US city?
26. Lewis Hamilton (pictured) drives for which team? 27. Which country was runnerup in the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup? 28. Who did Naomi Osaka (pictured) beat to win the 2019 Australian Open women’s singles title?
Lewis Hamilton 1. Naomi Osaka. 2. Edgbaston, Lord’s, Headingley, Old Trafford, The Oval. 3. Judd Trump. 4. Italy. 5. West Coast Fever. 6. Argentina, Australia and New Zealand 7. Sweden. 8. Lachie Neale. 9. Bayern Munich. 10. Mucho Gusto 11. England. 12. Adam Scott. 13. South Africa. 14. Christian Coleman. 15. Tom Hawkins. 16. Los Angeles Dodgers. 17. Team New Zealand. 18. Garbiñe Muguruza 19. Vow And Declare. 20. Brigid Kosgei 21. Rafael Nadal. 22. South Africa. 23. Perth. 24. Kyler Murray. 25. Tayla Harris. 26. Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport. 27. South Korea. 28. Petra Kvitová. 29. Liverpool. 30. Las Vegas.
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SPORT Chancellor excited by Jets opportunity New Western Jets coach Robbie Chancellor is looking forward to the opportunity ahead of him with the NAB League club. Having been in the AFL coaching system for a number of years, most recently at St Kilda for nine years, Chancellor decided to look for a new role with AFL clubs needing to restructure due to cuts. Chancellor said the pathway system was an exciting one to be a part of. He will coach both the boys and girls under-19 teams in a full-time role. “I have been working in the AFL for quite a while and to be part of the pathways with both girls and boys is an exciting opportunity,” he said. “I knew I was in a little bit of trouble with the cap squeeze. I was proactive and being a young coach, the time was right to look for something else. “The knock on me was I had experience as an assistant coach at AFL level, but I hadn’t
coached my own team … now I get to coach my own team twice.” Chancellor said he had a little bit of experience with the pathway system and the western suburbs through his role at St Kilda. He said the western suburbs potentially had a lot of untapped talent. “That’s the exciting part,” he said. “It’s an exciting area and very multicultural,” he said. “There are some really good players in the area and sport is a big part of the community out there.” Chancellor said his focus would be to make sure the two programs were successful. “The St Kilda assistant coaches in the men’s did rotate through and do some trainings with the AFLW team the last couple of years, so I’ve done bits and pieces. “It’s a great opportunity to get to know the difference between coaching boys and girls. “I want to set the club up as the Western Jets
Football Club and it doesn’t matter whether you play for the boys or girls.” As part of his new job, Chancellor has taken on the head football coaching role at Maribyrnong Sports Academy. “I wish I had the opportunity to go there when I was growing up,” he said. “Sport is an important part of growing up for young boys and girls. There’s the opportunity to work on team work, camaraderie and it helps round them as people. “It’s an opportunity to work with some of the younger players as well.” Chancellor said he hoped to begin pre-season within the next month, especially for the girls who kick off their season in February. “To get them training is exciting for those kids, boys and girls who have not had a season of footy and were doing school from home.” Tara Murray
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Saints eye finals berth By Tara Murray New St Albans coach Brenton Cook is intent on maintaining the club’s standing as a premiership contender. Cook, who is in his third full season for the Saints, takes over the coaching role from Robert Nikolic, who stood down after two seasons as captain-coach. Cook has previously played and coached in Western Australia and New South Wales. “Rob stepped down at the end of last year,” he said. “He’s done some really good work at the club the last two years. “I want to continue the club in the right direction, the direction Rob wanted to take it.” The Saints have climbed up the ladder in recent seasons and were awarded the senior premiership last season. The grand final between the Saints and Yarraville Club was in the balance after the first
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weekend of play, before the second weekend was cancelled due to COVID-19. The Clubbers were the highest-ranked side in the grand final and were named premiers. The Saints successfully appealed the decision, after illegal work was done by the Clubbers on the wicket between day one and two and were awarded the premiership. Cook said they were yet to celebrate the premiership. “We thought we were in a good spot regardless of what happened at the end of the day. “We were going into the final in pretty good form having knocked off the Doutta Stars the week before. “It’s not the way to end a final, not getting to finish it off.” Cook said they were keen to take that strong form into this season. Trevor Bauer, who batted at three for the Saints, is the only out at this stage. Cook said
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he might return to the field later in the season. “He’s having a break,” Cook said. “He has other commitments and travels from Mordialloc, so he’ll see how it goes.” A few former players have returned and will add depth across the club as they look to field three strong sides. Cook said they were hoping some of the younger players kept progressing through into the senior side. “We’ve got some younger guys who are coming through. There’s about three under-18s that we would like to keep bringing through. “Yuvraj Singh is starting to come of age and Kyle Chamberlain played most of last season in the seconds. “Shaun McAndrew is a keeper and batsman. We’re really keen to develop them and bring them along when the opportunities arise.” The Saints kick off their season on Saturday against the Doutta Stars. All matches this season will be one-dayers.
New Wyndham Basketball Association general manager Craig Armstead believes there’s plenty of room to grow the sport in the municipality. Armstead, who has had a long involvement in sports administration, was appointed to the general manager role in September. Having spent recent years working in football at the Essendon District Football League and then Williamstown, Armstead is enjoying the return to basketball. He was previously president of the Melbourne Tigers and has worked for former NBL club the South Dragons. “It’s been a unique start to the job,” Armstead said. “It was four to five weeks without meeting any of the staff face-to-face. “There were several things for me that interested me in the job. Part of that is population growth and the last census shows it’s a big area. It’s growing and it’s culturally diverse. There’s plenty of challenges and opportunities. “I’m passionate about sports participation and administration and I love basketball. My aim is to use my knowledge and experience to continue to build on the WBA.” Armstead said there was a big opportunity to grow the sport in Wyndham on a local and state level. “I’m keen and excited by the opportunity,” he said. “Basketball is underrepresented in the west of Melbourne and there’s opportunities and challenges around that. We’ve got the under-18 championships and the Kevin Coombs Cup at Eagle Stadium next year, which is a significant event. “It’s one piece that will allow us to showcase the west of Melbourne. We want it to be a legacy and use it to help drive participation and awareness in the west of Melbourne.” Armstead said the association would love to get involved with the state’s top competition, NBL1, down the track. Some training has resumed for the Wyndham sides, with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. Armstead said they were hoping to get full competitions back in the next four weeks. Tara Murray
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Brand ticks the boxes ahead of AFL draft Calder Cannons defender Cody Brand moulds his game on Essendon legend Dustin Fletcher and he could soon find himself following in his footsteps. Brand is seen as one of the top key defender prospects ahead of next month’s AFL draft ,with many clubs watching the key position player. Essendon has the right to match any bid for Brand, a Next Generation Academy player linked to the Bombers, on draft night. A die-hard Bombers supporter, playing for Essendon would be a dream come true for Brand. “I grew up supporting Essendon and we’re an Essendon family through dad’s bloodline,” he said. “It would honestly be a dream come true to play for the Bombers … but I’m open to any club. “Anywhere would be a dream come true for me to play the sport I love, and do it professionally at the highest level. “I dreamt about it as a little kid running
around the backyard, but I’m trying to stay as calm as possible.” As an NGA member, Brand spent time with Essendon during the pre-season and has been in touch with them during the year. He also had Fletcher, who played 400 AFL games for the Bombers, as his backline coach for school football at PEGS. Brand said he was lucky to have been able to learn from Fletcher. “He has definitely taught me a few of his tricks along the way and showed me how to go about your football on field and off field with game vision, how you can improve your defensive capabilities and one-on-one skills.” Tony Lucas, who coached Brand at the Sunbury Lions, is another person who made a big impact on his career. “I played my juniors at Macedon,” Brand said. “I came back to Sunbury to play under Tony Lucas in the under-18s in 2018. Credit to him, he pushed me pretty hard during that year and probably developed me into the player I am physically and mentally today.”
Brand, who is sitting his year 12 exams, said this year was about working on the areas he could. “I’ve done a fair bit of work in the previous years, hopefully to get my name read out on draft night,” he said. “I took on a training program put together by our high performance manager at Vic Metro. It was a pretty rigorous program. “I’ve tried to show my progression through lockdown. Speaking to clubs, they’ve been asking what have you been doing to stay fit and improving on your inadequacies. “I’ve been trying to tick off little boxes.” Brand was selected for the AFL combine and tested alongside other Victorian players earlier this month. A hamstring strain meant he couldn’t do all the testing. While the nerves have started to set in for Brand, he said his year 12 study was keeping him focused. Tara Murray
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Coleman joins Footscray By Tara Murray After a long drawn out off season, Footscray is ready for the return of matches in Victorian Premier Cricket. Like cricketers across Melbourne, the Bulldogs have been left off the field, with COVID-19 restrictions delaying pre-season training and matches. Bulldogs coach Allan Wise said everyone had been keen to return to training and get things under way. “It has been a long drawn out off season for everyone, not just in a cricket sense,” he said. “Everyone is excited to have normality after an abrupt end to last season. “We’ve started training and working towards a start date.” Wise said there hadn’t been much player turnover across all four grades, which has proved beneficial with such a short pre-season and limited time to get to know people. The Bulldogs though have one big recruit in Melbourne Stars bowler Jackson Coleman.
Wise said with the competition now only one-day matches due to COVID-19, Coleman was set for an even bigger role. “We had some pressure with injuries last season, especially losing our recruit Jake Reed to an ACL injury. “Someone like Jackson is a mature bowler who has been around for a number of years and has played state one-day cricket and T20 cricket. “He is an experienced recruit which is heightened with only one-day cricket, which is somewhat a speciality for him.” Coleman is likely to play the opening games before heading off for his BBL commitments. He will return to the Bulldogs later in the season. Wise said that period was a good chance for other players to have an opportunity. He said they would take a healthy list into the season, with several youngsters set to take the next step. “Dylan Brasher and Jordan Buckingham are in the Cricket Victoria Emerging Squad and that
is an endorsement of their improvement and continuing to give them the best opportunities. “We’ve got a couple of young players coming through the grades. It’s a good catchment area and we have a good strong list.” The Bulldogs finished last season in second spot, but lost in the opening week of the finals to Melbourne. They were due to play St Kilda in the semi-finals, which were cancelled due to COVID-19. After its win in the first week of finals, Melbourne was the highest ranked team and was awarded the premiership. Wise said they were hoping to have another strong season. “Last year our one-day form was a little bit patchy,” he said. “That format is about match winners and we think that we have them. “We improved last year in the one-day format, but our two-day form was better.” The Bulldogs start their season on November 28 against Greenvale.
The Western Rams are building on this year’s momentum ahead of next year’s Riddell District Netball League season. The Rams, which were formerly known as Rockbank, put together a strong line-up for this year but didn’t get on the court with the season cancelled due to COVID-19. A number of players who returned to the club for this year have signed on for next year. Star shooter Rebecca Hicks headlines those returning, along with Marie Bolitho, Olivia Burrow and Danni Jane Umaki. All are set to play a key role in the Rams A-grade side. Rams coach Nathan Selvidge said they were happy with how things were looking ahead of next year. “A lot of girls from the year before have recommitted and we’ve got confirmation that the girls who were supposed to come back and play this season are returning. “It’s looking like a really strong team. Getting Becca back is a step in the right direction. “She’ll make a huge improvement in the shooting end and the girls from the season before will slide in around her. “Getting the top level girls back like Becca and Deej will improve the depth, so we not just have a strong A-grade side, but B and C grade sides.” Selvidge said it was encouraging for the club that players wanted to come back. The club’s netball program has traditionally struggled, having made A-grade finals just once, in 2018, when they made it to the preliminary final. “It shows we’re doing the right thing,” Selvidge said. “We’re trying to get a good vibe around the club.” The Rams missed finals by one game in 2019, with Selvidge keen on returning to finals next year. “We’re hoping this season to be in the top three teams,” he said. “It’s a step in the right direction.” Selvidge said they were happy with the side, but they were still open to more players joining the club. He said if easing COVID-19 restrictions allow, they would like to start training in the next few weeks. The club is also hoping to get junior netball teams strted for the first time, to help create a pathway to the seniors. They are looking for players in under-9s, 11s, 13s, 15s and 17s. Tara Murray
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