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‘Burnout city’ By Alesha Capone Residents of the Woodville area in Hoppers Crossing fear it is only a matter time before hoon drivers accidentally kill someone in their neighbourhood. A group of residents said drivers engaged in unsafe behaviour, including speeding, drag racing and doing burnouts and doughnuts on local roads at all hours. The residents, who asked for only their first names to be used due to fears for their safety, also said monkey bike and dirt bike riders “plagued” the area’s parks and playgrounds. The residents – Ron, Rebecca, Michelle and Frank – said that Woodville residents were “fed-up”. “It’s not a matter of if, but when, someone is going to die as a result of the hoons in our area,” Rebecca said.

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“I live in a street with two childcare centres and I’m worried about the kids and families. There are so many kids playing outside through the day and what if the hoons hit them?” The residents said they feared a repeat of an accident which occurred in Warringa Crescent on October 3 last year, in which a driver crashed through a fence and into a house. No one was injured. Ron said figure-of-eight tyre marks left by hoons could be seen in Woodville Park Drive, Roma Street, Warringa Crescent and Derrimut Road. “It’s burnout city,” Ron said. “I have a little girl and when we’re sitting in the lounge room, she gets scared hearing the noise.” Frank said he has asked his doctor for psychiatric assistance, as the hooning makes him feel constantly anxious. The residents said they have been keeping logs of the hoon activity for months, reporting incidents to the Hoon Hotline, emailing police and capturing CCTV footage. 12484234-CG10-21

Clockwise from above: Doughnut marks in a carpark used by parents to pick up their children from school and child care; Hoons knocked over this road safety sign near a children’s crossing; Tyre marks are a common sight outside schools and child care centres. (Pictures: Supplied)

The residents say they have pleaded for police and Wyndham council to take action. “We feel like Woodville residents are copping it on the chin and nothing has been done,” Rebecca said. “We’ve had enough.” The residents said they would like police to regularly patrol the Woodville area.

They also said that while speed humps did not seem to deter the hoons, Wyndham council could potentially install metal speed humps which can be screwed into the road – such as the ones used at Pacific Werribee – or use CCTV to cover hoon “blackspots”. A Wyndham council spokesperson said that “hooning is a matter for Victoria Police”.

Victoria Police said: “Police have no tolerance for illegal hoon activity and remain committed to disrupting and prosecuting anyone involved in this type of dangerous behaviour. “We know this type of behaviour is incredibly frustrating for local residents and police are committed to working closely with community groups to address their concerns.”

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Covid escalates housing crisis By Alesha Capone An increasing number of people experiencing homelessness since the COVID-19 pandemic has caused demand for housing assistance to skyrocket, according to a community services organisation. Uniting Vic.Tas Wyndham, which provides help to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, assisted 239 clients with housing support between July 1 last year and January 31 this year. The service’s housing co-ordinator Deborah Gorsuch said this had included

young people, singles and families. “There are significant numbers of people who are sleeping rough in Wyndham and this became even more apparent during the pandemic,” Ms Gorsuch said. “Unfortunately, the level of demand for housing and housing support still far outweighs the level of housing vacancies we have in Wyndham and, on top of this, there’s a major shortage of affordable properties, particularly one-bedroom properties. “With no local crisis or emergency housing available, most of the clients seeking emergency housing, such as those escaping

family violence, have to be placed in local motels, both in Wyndham and in other parts of Melbourne and this takes them away from their support networks, which are particularly important during times of crisis.” Uniting Vic.Tas chief executive Bronwyn Pike last week welcomed the release of a parliamentary committee report, which is urging the state government to address the Victoria’s growing homelessness crisis. The report has recommended increasing affordable and long-term housing; strengthening early intervention such as

Coming from a park near you A series of fun-filled and family-friendly events will bring music and movies to open spaces across Wyndham for the next five weeks. The Parklife roadshow, launched by Wyndham council, will run on weekends throughout this month and April. Saturdays will feature musical and theatrical performances from acts such as The Mik Maks, The Kazoos, The Mexican Music Man and The Bandicoots Show. On Sundays, movies will be screened, with attendees encouraged to sing along to the film’s soundtracks. Wyndham creative city portfolio holder, Cr Marcel Mahfoud, said the council was keen to provide the community with fun and exciting events in a COVIDSafe way. “We know how much you have missed all the special events and activities that have had to be cancelled over the past year due to COVID,” Cr Mahfoud said. “That’s why we are bringing them to a park near you. “We hope that by taking Parklife on the road and having it in six different locations, will mean that everyone across Wyndham will get the chance to have fun and attend these wonderful events.” Cr Mahfoud said participants could also bring a picnic or buy a treat from a food truck on-site. All the Parklife events will run from 2-4pm, with arrival from 1.30pm. Events will be at Arndell Playground in Truganina on March 20-21, Lollipop Hill Park in Manor Lakes on March 27-28, Upper Point Cook Playground – Rocket Park in Point Cook on April 10-11, Baden Powell Reserve in Tarneit on April 17-18 and Riverwalk Village Park in Werribee on April 24-25. Details: https:// w w w.w y n d h a m . vic.gov.au/parklife

tenancy support programs; and providing greater assistance to people fleeing family violence. “Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a significant increase in homeless numbers which have stretched our services to the limit,” Ms Pike said. “The funding the state government has provided for more social housing is a start, but we desperately need more intake and assessment workers at homelessness entry points so we can meet the demand.” The state government was contacted for comment.

Drivers put lives at risk: Police Speeding drivers accounted for more than half of the 79 traffic offences police detected in Wyndham across the Labour Day long weekend. Police ran Operation Arid across the state from midnight on Friday, March 8 to midnight on Monday, March 11. A total of 6762 traffic offences were recorded across Victoria during the four-day operation and 113 vehicles were impounded. Within Wyndham, police detected 43 speeding offences, 17 unregistered vehicles, 10 seatbelt offences, seven unlicensed drivers and two drink drivers. On Sunday, March 7, police impounded a vehicle in Hoppers Crossing, after the driver was caught allegedly five times over the legal alcohol limit. Officers were called to a collision along Morris Road about 5.50pm. The driver of one vehicle, a 43-year-old Hoppers Crossing man, told police that he was on the way to a fast food restaurant to get dinner at the time. He underwent a preliminary breath test and was requested to undergo an evidentiary test, where he returned an alleged reading of 0.264. The driver, whose licence was cancelled and disqualified, also had his car impounded for 30 days. Police said the man is expected to be charged with drive while disqualified, drive exceeding breath alcohol concentration, drive under the influence and careless driving. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Libby Murphy said that while the majority of road users did the right thing across the long weekend, “too many people were selfishly putting their lives, and the lives of others, at risk.” “All we ask is for people to have a little more patience and care on our roads so that everybody can arrive at their destinations safely,” she said.

Clockwise from top: The Bandicoots, The Mexican Music Man, The Kazoos and The Mik Maks will all be performing as part of the Parklife events.

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Community digs deep to upgrade ageing triage line The Werribee Hospital Foundation has raised $13,900 to upgrade the Werribee Mercy Hospital’s ageing Mental Health Triage Line. As reported by Star Weekly in May last year, the foundation launched the appeal because the 15 year-old phone system – which receives upwards of 25,000 calls each year – was “struggling to cope with unprecedented, fast-escalating demand”. The triage line links callers with police,

community workers and health professionals. The foundation announced last week that the appeal has successfully raised the funds needed to upgrade the line. In a letter to the foundation’s supporters, WHF chief executive Leanne Down wrote that she would like to thank everyone who donated to make the phone system upgrade possible. “I am incredibly proud of the work the foundation has achieved already in 2021,” the

letter stated. “Our community has proven yet again that their generosity and support is exceptional. “It is truly humbling to witness such a strong community spirit in action, and in light of the difficult year we have had, our collective results are even more impressive.” In more good news, the foundation has also raised enough money to purchase a piece of equipment called an AccuVein for the Werribee

Mercy Hospital’s paediatrics ward. “The vein finder will help to ease the distress of our littlest patients and anything to make their hospital experience less traumatic is worth its weight in gold,” Ms Down wrote. Ms Down said she wanted to thank the Lions Club of Point Cook for donating $500 towards the purchase of the AccuVein. Alesha Capone 3 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

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Dumped rubbish ‘disturbing’ By Alesha Capone A Truganina resident says he is disturbed by rubbish which is being regularly dumped along Forsyth Road. David (who asked for his surname to be withheld) said the waste, which often includes bags containing dirty nappies, is dumped near Arndell estate’s entrance on weekends. David said the rubbish, which is left scattered along Forsyth Road for about 500 metres, appears “every Sunday morning like clockwork”. “It’s very disappointing to see that somebody, or multiple people in the

neighbourhood, have no civic pride,” he said. “Each week the council comes to clean up the mess, and each week it reappears Sunday morning.” David said he was pleased with Wyndham council’s efforts to clean up the rubbish and investigate its source. He encouraged other residents or business owners who witnessed the littering, or captured any footage of it on their dashcam or CCTV, to contact the council. Wyndham council’s director of city operations, Stephen Thorpe, said the council’s local laws officers “have received information regarding litter on Forsyth Road”. “Cameras are one of the many tools that

our officers can use to help identify people littering and we currently have two cameras in place along Forsyth Road,” Mr Thorpe said. “Illegal litter dumping is a complex community problem across many municipalities in Victoria, and Wyndham has adopted a number of methods to try and reduce the amount of dumped litter. “We have dedicated waste education officers who aim to educate the community about their options for removing waste, and we offer three hard rubbish collections per household, per year.” Mr Thorpe said residents could report illegal rubbish dumping by calling 1300 023 411.

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Photo a reminder of sacrifice A historic photo from World War I has found a new home at the Werribee RSL sub-branch. The Werribee District Historical Society donated the photo to the sub branch on Monday. Society secretary Lance Pritchard captured the image, which shows the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) at an Egyptian camp during World War I, circa 1914-15, from a Magic Lantern glass slide donated to the historical group. Magic Lanterns were an early type of image projector, which could be used to view pictures on transparent plates. During WWI, photos were printed on Magic Lantern glass slides so

they could be projected for audiences. Werribee RSL sub-branch vice-president and appeals officer, David ‘Paddy’ McDiarmid, said he was “extremely happy” when Mr Pritchard offered to donate the historic picture. Mr McDiarmid said the photograph was meant to be presented to the Werribee RSL sub-branch before the COVID-19 pandemic began last year, but had to be re-scheduled until this week. He said the new photo would be hung alongside other photos which the Werribee District Historical Society has previously donated, including one of the Australian Light

Horse Brigade charge at the battle of Beersheba in 1917. Another image shows men walking down Watton Street during WWI, heading to the train station to travel to the war. Mr McDiarmid said it was important to remember the sacrifices which many Australians have made during wars and armed conflicts, including WWI. More than 60,000 Australians were killed during WWI, and more than 156,000 were wounded, gassed or taken prisoner.

A Hoppers Crossing concreter does not require a planning permit to park a truck in his driveway, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal has found. The tribunal last month heard that Wyndham council had received complaints about the truck - a small-medium tipper with a single rear axle - being parked in the driveway of the concreter’s residence in Fulham Court. Complaints related to issues including the truck’s appearance and noise from reversing beepers. Wyndham council had determined that a planning permit was required for the concreter, Emanuel Spiteri, “to use the site for a car park in association with an existing dwelling”. However after hearing submissions, VCAT member Michael Nelthorpe ruled against the council. Mr Nelthorpe said that for all intents and purposes, the truck was Mr Spiteri’s commuter vehicle. “He uses it to get to his place of work each day and home again,” Mr Nelthorpe said. He disagreed with the council’s assertion that the truck was part of Mr Spiteri’s home business. “Mr Spiteri does not conduct his business from home,” Mr Nelthorpe said. “He conducts it at the houses of the people for whom he pours driveways and paths. “It does not matter that the business is registered to his address. “That is simply an administrative matter.” Alesha Capone

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Childcare gastro outbreaks prompt warning Parents and carers are being urged to keep young children at home if they are sick amid a rise in outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis in Victorian childcare centres. There has been six gastro outbreaks at Wyndham childcare centres over the past two weeks and nine in the past month. Wyndham experienced only four gastro outbreaks at childcare centres last year. Mayor Adele Hegedich said gastroenteritis was highly infectious and urged people to stay home if they had symptoms. “Whilst viral gastroenteritis can cause 4 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fevers, muscle aches and headaches, it is also highly infectious, with the very young and elderly at most risk of complications,” Cr Hegedich said. “We urge infants or children in childcare or school, as well as staff, who develop vomiting or diarrhoea to stay at home until at least 48 hours after their symptoms have stopped, since they will still be infectious. “Symptoms can take up to three days to develop and usually last between one or two days, sometimes longer.”

Cr Hegedich said that once notified of an outbreak at a childcare facility, council’s Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) were required to conduct contact and history tracing of cases; attend the childcare to implement outbreak control measures; and supervise environmental cleaning and disinfection of all equipment, utensils and facilities. “Washing hands with soap and water is one of the most effective ways of preventing the spread of infection,” she said. “If symptoms are severe or they persist, or you are concerned, see a GP for advice and possible testing.”

Anyone recovering from gastroenteritis should avoid visiting hospitals, childcare centres and aged care facilities to avoid spreading the infection to those most vulnerable. Any person living in a household with someone who has gastroenteritis should refrain from visiting these high-risk facilities until at least 48 hours after the last person in the household has recovered. For more information, go to: https://www2. health.vic.gov.au/about/news-and-events/ healthalerts/gastro-outbreaks-childcare

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Dumped mail raises security fear By Alesha Capone Australia Post has encouraged households to contact police if they believe their mail is being tampered with or stolen, after letters were found dumped in a Point Cook street earlier this month. A resident discovered 12 letters scattered along Cooinda Way on March 4. The mail included correspondence from VicRoads, Centrelink and electricity providers. The envelopes were addressed to people

living in streets including Cooinda Way, Aris Link, Home Road and Santorini Crescent. The resident who found the letters took them to the Point Cook town centre post office. Australia Post then repackaged the mail and re-delivered them to the affected customers, with a letter advising them of the situation. An Australia Post spokesperson said: “Theft of parcels and mail after delivery is a criminal offence, and we encourage customers to contact the police if they suspect their mail

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Post Office, a PO Box, or use one of our free 24/7 parcel lockers. “For any delivery service concerns, we encourage customers to contact us on 13 POST so that we can provide help and support.” Victoria Police advises homeowners and tenants to lock their mailboxes to help prevent the theft of mail and personal documents. Anyone with information about mail theft is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Kickboxer’s first title Point Cook kickboxer Wilson Lay has won a state title after defeating Kaiki Furutani-Burns by TKO. The 24-year old trains at Altona Kickboxing under Prince Bunjaku, who in August is competing in the World Heavyweight Championship. “Before this, I never did any martial arts in my life, didn’t have a background in kickboxing,” Lay said. “My mate told me about this Altona Kickboxing gym that just opened up. “I decided to join up with a friend because I just wanted a sport or an outlet to enjoy. “We learned all the basics, learned the fundamentals of everything and decided, let’s try out amateurs. “From there, it was a crazy journey because throughout the amateurs I lost all my fights. “I didn’t want to stop because I enjoyed the actual sport of it and it became a learning point

every time. “I didn’t mind the losing – I never saw it as a deterrance to the sport itself. “When you get into the sport, it becomes a team – you become a family, almost. “That’s what really drove me into it so much and got me so committed into.” Prince kept Lay on the bill at kickboxing shows and he eventually turned pro. “I actually got my first win on the pros,” Lay said. “From here, there’s still more work to do. “We’ve just got to keep training, get the right fights where we can learn off them and our aim is to go for the Aus’ title.” Goya Dmytryshchak Wilson Lay [left] in the ring with Kaiki Furutani-Burns. (Tamara Jane Photography)

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Opa! to new fitness craze A mother and daughter duo are bringing Greek dance fitness classes to Wyndham. Dahlia and her mother Dora have been running OPA-cize classes in Yarraville for almost five years. They began holding classes in Werribee about a month ago. OPA-cize, which is based on Greek music and dancing, has taken off around the world since it was developed by Sydney dance instructor Kathy Skettos in 2015. Dahlia said she enjoyed attending OPA-cize classes so much that she became an instructor. Being half-Greek and half-Serbian, she also studies Serbian dancing. Dora said her father Chris, who passed away about 12 years ago, taught her traditional Greek dancing as a child.

The mother and daughter said their OPA-cize classes were attended by people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. “I think it’s inclusive, what is we get out of it is that there is no discrimination, no sense of feeling that you don’t belong or can’t do it,” Dora said. “You feel like you are at a Greek venue, waiting for some plates to break.” OPA-cize classes are held Tuesdays at 7.30pm at Werribee Secondary College and Wednesdays at 7.30pm at Yarraville Senior Citizens Centre. Details: https://www.opacize.com/classes/ australia/vic

The Royal Australian Navy Band will play a Morning Melodies concert at the Encore Events Centre in Hoppers Crossing on Tuesday, April 13. The show will begin at 10.30am. Tickets cost $12, see https://www.wyncc.com. au/morningmelodies for details.

Buses replacing trains Buses will replace trains between Newport and Werribee stations from 8.30pm on Friday, March 19 to the last service on Sunday, March 21, while works take place. Bicycles, surfboards and dogs are not allowed on train replacement buses. Details: ptv.vic.gov. au or call 1800 800 007.

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We’re building big near you and there will be transport disruptions As part of Victoria’s Big Build, we’re upgrading the Sunbury Line allowing bigger, more modern trains to run on the line. We’re also removing 75 dangerous and congested level crossings, with 46 already gone. Train disruptions: Buses and coaches replace trains in both directions Williamstown Line

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Sunbury Line

2 Apr to 5am 4 Apr

North Melbourne to Sunbury

From 5am 4 Apr to 5 Apr

Sunshine to Sunbury

15 to 19 May

Flagstaff to Sunbury

Werribee and Williamstown lines

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North Melbourne to Newport and Williamstown

Geelong Line

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Southern Cross to Geelong

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Geelong or Marshall to Waurn Ponds

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Southern Cross to Wyndham Vale

Each night, 16 to 18 May

For the entire journey

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Geelong to Warrnambool

14 to 16 May

Southern Cross to Geelong

Warrnambool Line

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Lanes closed between Cherry Street and Wattle Avenue

Werribee Street, Werribee

19 to 27 Mar

Closed between Cottrell Street and Princes Highway

Market Road, Werribee

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HomeBuilder grants prove popular By Alesha Capone Wyndham is leading the state for the number of HomeBuilder applications lodged since June last year. The federal government announced the HomeBuilder scheme in May 2020, to help support the construction industry in the wake of COVID-19 shutdowns. The grant provides eligible owner-occupiers with funding to assist in the construction of a new home; substantially renovate an existing home; or buy an off-the-plan home or new home.

Figures from the State Revenue Office show that between June 4 and December 31 last year, Wyndham residents lodged 1898 applications seeking to receive a HomeBuilder grant to help with a new build. Melton lodged the second-highest amount of applications (1622) in the state for new builds. During January, 230 Wyndham residents lodged new build Homebuilder applications. Wyndham residents also lodged 36 renovation applications between June and December last year (Greater Geelong residents lodged the most, at 273).

The HomeBuilder applications lodged by Wyndham residents are valued at more than $50 million in total. For eligible contracts entered into between June 4 and December 2020, a $25,000 HomeBuilder grant was available to build a new home, where the value of the house and land did not exceed $750,000. A $15,000 new build grant is available for eligible building contracts entered into between January and March this year. The HomeBuilder grant is available to individual applicants and couples who are,

or will be, registered as the owner on the certificate of title for a new home. Each applicant must be an Australian citizen, a natural person (not a company or trust) and aged 18 years or older at the date of their building or housing contract. Applicants must also not earn more than $120,000 as an individual or $200,000 as a household. HomeBuilder grant applications can be lodged via https://www.firsthome.gov.au/ homebuilder/vic/and must be received by no later than April 14, 2021.

Hamper project delivers More than 470 Melburnians, including many in the west, have been assisted through a hamper project run by a Greek welfare society. Non-profit organisation PRONIA started the project in November, to help members of both the Greek and wider community who experienced isolation and financial hardship during the coronavirus pandemic and its aftermath. PRONIA’s Family & Community Services Unit delivered the relief hampers across Wyndham, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank, Melton, Maribyrnong, Greater Geelong and other Melbourne municipalities. Each hamper consisted of mainly Greek products, staple and non-perishable foods, valued at $50. PRONIA received $15,000 funding from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to support families and individuals in need. PRONIA’s social worker and project lead Niki Fotias said: “We co-ordinated the project

tasks, procedures and outputs in a way that was tailored to the needs of the Greek community’s vulnerable members. “Also, our team consisted of Greek-speaking workers to ensure we engaged with the elderly Greek-speaking members easily. “Our team dedicated time and effort to ensure the hampers reached those that needed them most and the emotional reaction and gratitude of the recipients has been our best reward.” PRONIA’s chief Tina Douvos-Stathopoulos said that last year, the organisation experienced an increase in demand for emergency relief during the pandemic. “It comes to us as no surprise, as people have lost their jobs, are on a temporary visa or relied on casual employment,” she said. PRONIA also thanked Basfoods International for supporting the hamper initiative.

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Pool rescues prompt safety call WynActive lifeguards have rescued more than 150 children who have experienced difficulty in and around public pools during the past six weeks. WynActive – which manages AquaPulse in Hoppers Crossing, Werribee Outdoor Pool and Eagle Stadium on behalf of Wyndham council – is warning parents and carers that the safety of children in and around water has been significantly impacted by the shutdown of swimming lessons and school carnivals, due to COVID-19 restrictions last year. A statement issued by WynActive last week said the organisation had experienced

a “significant rise in rescues and near misses” involving youngsters at AquaPulse and Werribee Outdoor Pool, since the facilities reopened to the public late last year. WynActive aquatic facilities general manager, Barry Harrison, said it was vital that families ensured children continue to learn swimming and water safety skills, now that pools are operating close to normal again. “We’re making this call-out to all Wyndham city parents and guardians – make kids’ safety around water your top priority,” he said. “Over the last six weeks we have actioned over 150 rescues, which is a huge rise on

previous numbers. Lifeguards have noted that many of the children involved have said that they had forgotten what to do or overestimated their abilities or fitness due to not having been in the water for up to 12 months. “We have a highly trained and vigilant group of lifeguards, who quickly realised that there was an extra threat post COVID and reacted accordingly. “Their vigilance and skill have ensured that every incident has been resolved without escalation or injury, however we believe most could have been avoided entirely.” About 35 rescues carried out by the

WynActive lifeguards occurred during school carnivals held last month. Since then, WynActive has drafted a message to be sent to local schools, warning that pupils may lack the level of fitness, confidence or swimming ability they previously held. “WynActive is asking that students strongly consider their abilities before entering a school swimming event,” he said. “In the case of uncertainty, students simply should not enter events and should work to build up their water confidence and fitness levels in a secure environment. Staying safe around water is always the priority.”

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Showjumping at the Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre. (Supplied)

World class event returns to Werribee A world-class event will take place at the Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre this week. The 2021 PSI (Performance Sales International) Dressage and Jumping with the Stars event will mark the return of competition to the centre, following the COVID-19 pandemic. Horses and riders will participate in the event from Thursday to Saturday. The event is known for hosting Australian equestrian stars, including future champions, and features a range of competitions including a World Cup Qualifier in jumping.

Destination Wyndham portfolio holder, Cr Heather Marcus, has encouraged residents to attend the National Equestrian Centre to take in the action. “While the event attracts visitors from far and wide, this is a fantastic opportunity for locals to experience a world class equestrian event in their own backyard,” Cr Marcus said. Cr Marcus said the event would also boost tourism in Wyndham. “The 2021 PSI Dressage & Jumping with the Stars is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our region to visitors,” she said. “COVID-19 has had a profound impact on

the events industry and venues throughout the nation. “Events like these have a strong economic impact, with visitors and competitors staying and dining out here, and it’s a great opportunity to encourage them to return and visit our many attractions.” Tickets to the event include $20 for a one-day pass into the trade village and all outdoor arenas, or $65 for three days including unreserved tiered seating in the indoor area, jumping lawn and outdoor dressage areas, plus parking. Details: djwts.org.au/ticketing-information/

The CFA has secured land to build a new fire station for the Truganina Country Fire Authority. Tarneit MP Sarah Connolly announced on Monday that a contract has been signed to purchase a piece of land in Leakes Road, Tarneit, for the station. The state government has invested $1.5 million towards the purchase of the land and $2.25 million towards construction of the new station. The CFA, which has contributed $460,000 from its capital works program towards the purchase of the land, expects to see construction works begin at the site in July. “Securing this site is a great milestone that will allow construction of the new Truganina CFA station to start mid-year,” CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said. Once built, the new station will become a new base for Truganina’s dedicated volunteer brigade, which has been helping to keep the community safe since 1940. The new station will provide a permanent site for the 70-member brigade. “With a suitable site now secured, the Truganina Fire Brigade is one step closer to a new permanent home that will ensure that it can respond to the needs of communities in a fast growing area for many years to come,” Ms Connolly said. “We’ll continue to invest in our volunteer firefighters across the state, who each season go above and beyond to help keep the community safe.” In 2017, the state government identified that Truganina and Wyndham Vale fire brigades needed their own permanent fire stations. The two brigades have since received a total of $7.5 million to acquire land and build permanent stations as part of the state government’s Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution fund.

Updated park for a growing suburb A new playground and walking path have been constructed at Golden Square Park in Hoppers Crossing, thanks to a $666,000 upgrade. The park’s facelift has been jointly funded with $341,000 from Wyndham council and a $325,000 grant from the state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund. The upgraded park also features a new nature play area, a half-court basketball court with basketball and netball hoops, picnic facilities with seats and shelter and landscaping. Wyndham’s active city portfolio holder, Cr Peter Maynard, said the upgrade would provide Hoppers Crossing residents with a 8 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

great place to walk and exercise. “I’d like to thank the government for their generous contribution and also thank the residents who took the time to tell us what improvements they wanted to see at the park during our community consultation phase,” Cr Maynard said. “We know how important it is for our residents to have access to open space, close to home. “The Golden Square Park upgrade has created a space that the whole family can enjoy.” Tarneit MP Sarah Connolly and western metropolitan region MP Kaushaliya Vaghela attended the park’s opening earlier this month.

“I look forward to seeing the Golden Square Reserve become a much-loved part of Hoppers Crossing – a place for everyone in our community to come and enjoy thanks to the Growing Suburbs Fund,” Ms Connolly said. Since 2015, Wyndham council has received more than $27.5 million from the Growing Suburbs Fund to support the delivery of 20 projects. “It’s great to see the Victorian government’s Growing Suburbs Fund delivering projects like the Golden Square Reserve, providing vital facilities for our growing communities in Wyndham,” Ms Vaghela said.

Wyndham councillors Marcel Mahfoud, Robert Szatkowski, Adele Hegedich and Susan McIntyre at Golden Square Park, with Tarneit MP Sarah Connolly and western metropolitan region MP Kaushaliya Vaghela. (Supplied)

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Snap up a bargain If you are keen to snap up some hidden treasure for a bargain price, head along to Werribee South this weekend The Country Women’s Association (CWA) Werribee South Branch and Friends will host a garage sale on Saturday, with all items priced at just $2. CWA branch president Julia Toffolon said the funds raised through the garage sale would go to community projects, including assistance for local families. Mrs Toffolon said items for sale on the day would include clothing, craft items, pots and pans, crystals, ornaments, folding chairs, books, jars, bottles, pantry items, kitchen items, soft toys and at least one pusher. “I’m looking forward to the socialising with the community, having a bit of a laugh, a bit of camaraderie and filling our coffers,” she said. The Werribee South CWA branch began in late 2019, with members including Pam Pegoraro and Angela Callea as secretaries and Ros Baulch as treasurer. Mrs Toffolon said most of the fundraising activities organised by the CWA branch were cancelled last year due to COVID-19 pandemic. However, this did not stop its members from making about 200 pairs of mittens for koalas injured in the bushfires. Mrs Toffolon said the CWA branch held regular meetings and craft sessions, and has a “friends” group of women who cannot attend every event but help out when they can. She said the CWA philosophy was about women helping other women and children. The garage sale will be held on Saturday, March 20 from 9am-4pm at 19 Chandler Street, Werribee South. For inquiries relating to membership or helping out the CWA Werribee South Branch, visit: https://bit.ly/2OO421n

. . . from the Mayor Recently you may have seen me in the news talking about two very important issues for our community. The ĮƌƐƚ ǁĂƐ ƚŚĞ ƌŽůůŽƵƚ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ COVID-19 vaccine. I know that many people, especially vulnerable people with ƉƌĞͲĞǆŝƐƟŶŐ ĐŽŶĚŝƟŽŶƐ͕ ĂƌĞ ŬĞĞŶ ƚŽ ŬŶŽǁ ĂďŽƵƚ ǁŚĞŶ ĂŶĚ ŚŽǁ ƚŚĞǇ ǁŝůů be able to receive the vaccine. While the &ĞĚĞƌĂů 'ŽǀĞƌŶŵĞŶƚ ŝƐ ůĞĂĚŝŶŐ ƚŚŝƐ ƉƌŽũĞĐƚ͕ Council is working closely with them, the ^ƚĂƚĞ 'ŽǀĞƌŶŵĞŶƚ͕ ĂŶĚ ůŽĐĂů ĚŽĐƚŽƌƐ ƚŽ ensure the process is as seamless as possible. dŚŝƐ ŝŶĐůƵĚĞƐ ƉƌŽǀŝĚŝŶŐ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ƚŽ ůŽĐĂů ǀĞŶƵĞƐ ƚŚĂƚ ǁŝůů ĞŶĂďůĞ 'WƐ ƚŽ ǀĂĐĐŝŶĂƚĞ ůĂƌŐĞ ŶƵŵďĞƌƐ ŽĨ ƉĞŽƉůĞ͘ KŶůǇ ďǇ ĐŽŶƟŶƵŝŶŐ ƚŽ work together will we be able to pass this ŶĞǆƚ ŵŝůĞƐƚŽŶĞ͕ ǁŚŝĐŚ ŝƐ ǀŝƚĂů ƚŽ ƌĞďŽƵŶĚŝŶŐ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚŝƐ ƉĂŶĚĞŵŝĐ͘ Country Women’s Association Werribee South branch president Julia Toffolon. (Supplied)

dŚĞ ŽƚŚĞƌ ŝƐƐƵĞ ǁĂƐ ƚŚĞ ĐŽŵƉůĞƟŽŶ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŚĞƌƌǇ ^ƚƌĞĞƚ ƌŽĂĚ ďƌŝĚŐĞ͕ ǁŚŝĐŚ ƌĞƉůĂĐĞƐ ƚŚĞ ŽůĚ ůĞǀĞů ĐƌŽƐƐŝŶŐ͘ ,ĂǀŝŶŐ ĚƌŝǀĞŶ ŽŶ ƚŚŝƐ ŶĞǁ ďƌŝĚŐĞ ŵǇƐĞůĨ͕ / ĐĂŶ ƐĂǇ ƚŚĂƚ ŝƚ ŵĂŬĞƐ ŐĞƫŶŐ ĂƌŽƵŶĚ tĞƌƌŝďĞĞ ŵƵĐŚ ƐŵŽŽƚŚĞƌ ďǇ ĐŽŶŶĞĐƟŶŐ dĂƌŶĞŝƚ ZŽĂĚ ǁŝƚŚ ƚŚĞ WƌŝŶĐĞƐ ,ŝŐŚǁĂǇ͘ dŚĞƌĞ ĂƌĞ ŽĨ ĐŽƵƌƐĞ ŐŽŝŶŐ ƚŽ ďĞ teething problems, but this is a huge step ĨŽƌǁĂƌĚ ĨŽƌ tǇŶĚŚĂŵ͘ dŚƌĞĞ ůĞǀĞů ĐƌŽƐƐŝŶŐƐ ĂƌĞ ƐĞƚ ƚŽ ďĞ ƌĞŵŽǀĞĚ ůŽĐĂůůǇ ʹ tĞƌƌŝďĞĞ ^ƚ͕ ŚĞƌƌǇ ^ƚ͕ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ KůĚ 'ĞĞůŽŶŐ ZŽĂĚ ĐƌŽƐƐŝŶŐ Ăƚ ,ŽƉƉĞƌƐ ƌŽƐƐŝŶŐ ƐƚĂƟŽŶ͘ dŚĞƐĞ ĐƌŽƐƐŝŶŐƐ ŚĂǀĞ ďĞĞŶ Ă ƐŽƵƌĐĞ ŽĨ ĨƌƵƐƚƌĂƟŽŶ ĨŽƌ tǇŶĚŚĂŵ ƌĞƐŝĚĞŶƚƐ ĨŽƌ ŵĂŶǇ ǇĞĂƌƐ͘ Ɛ Mayor, I certainly welcome these removals ĂƐ ƚŚĞǇ ǁŝůů ĞŶĂďůĞ ƵƐ Ăůů ƚŽ ŐĞƚ ĂƌŽƵŶĚ ŵŽƌĞ ƋƵŝĐŬůǇ͕ ĞĸĐŝĞŶƚůǇ ĂŶĚ ƐĂĨĞůǇ͘ &Žƌ ŵŽƌĞ ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ ŽŶ ƚŚĞƐĞ ƉƌŽũĞĐƚƐ͕ ŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ ƵƉĐŽŵŝŶŐ ĚĞůĂǇƐ ŝŶ ĚŝƐƌƵƉƟŽŶƐ͕ ǀŝƐŝƚ ŚƩƉƐ͗ͬͬůĞǀĞůĐƌŽƐƐŝŶŐƐ͘ǀŝĐ͘ŐŽǀ͘ĂƵͬ

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MY WYNDHAM Vicki Minton became the principal of Baden Powell College, which includes the Derrimut Heath Primary School in Hoppers Crossing and the Tarneit P-9 campus, during term three last year. Ms Minton chats with Alesha Capone. What was growing up in Wyndham like? Has the area changed a lot since then? I grew up in Hoppers Crossing and went to Woodville Primary School and Westbourne Grammar for secondary school. I have many fond memories growing up here. It was a small town back then and had quite a country feel. There were no footpaths and only a few shops locally. I remember when the land where the plaza is now, was horse paddocks. I’ve seen the growth in population, increase of shops, parklands, restaurants and community facilities.

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Where did you work before coming to Derrimut Heath Primary School and Baden Powell College? I have always taught in the western suburbs. My educational philosophy is that all students should be given the best opportunities and education, as principal that is what is the basis of all my decisions. I have worked at Iramoo Primary School for many years and as a regional numeracy coach at Manorvale PS, Westgrove PS and Woodville PS. I was principal at Coburn Primary School in Melton South, I started there in 2014. I was very proud of what was achieved there, seeing a significant increase in student achievement data, establishing a calm and orderly environment and improving the school grounds. lockdown and period of remote learning. It showed me how dedicated our staff are and how committed they are to providing our students the best opportunities. What do you like about working at Derrimut

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Campaign hits major milestone Werribee Open Range Zoo’s meerkat mob educate visitors by bursting bubbles.

Bubbles and sandcastles have seen Werribee Open Range Zoo’s slender-tailed meerkat mob joining in the celebrations of a significant milestone. More than 200,000 people have now pledged their commitment to switch to blowing bubbles instead of using balloons at outdoor celebrations, as part of the When Balloons Fly, Seabirds Die community conservation campaign aimed at protecting precious marine wildlife. The milestone was marked with special enrichment activities for Werribee Zoo’s meerkats who inquisitively explored and popped bubbles and playfully burrowed through sandcastles. When used outdoors, balloons and their attachments can find their way into oceans and waterways, potentially harming wildlife. A 2019 study by CSIRO attributed balloons as being the deadliest marine debris item to seabirds. Animals can mistake balloons for food floating on the water’s surface and can ingest them or even feed them to their young. Werribee Zoo keeper Tamsyn Green said the bubble enrichment for the zoo’s animals has a dual purpose: to educate visitors about wildlife-friendly alternatives to balloons, while helping to mentally and physically enrich the

inquisitive mammals. “The sandcastles and bubbles introduce unfamiliar structures and sensory elements to the meerkats’ habitat,” said Ms Green. “This encourages their natural wild behaviours and provides important mental and physical stimulation. “The meerkat mob demonstrate their foraging and burrowing behaviours while exploring the sandcastles, and stretch up in their sentry posture to engage with the bubbles as they pass.” The bubbles and sandcastles are just two examples of how Werribee Open Range Zoo keepers continually invent ways to motivate and engage the animals in their care through a rotating roster of daily enrichment activities. Enrichments range from sensory, cognitive or physical, and often involve a high value food reward to encourage participation. They are always developed to stimulate a natural behaviour that the animal would demonstrate in the wild or to encourage their problem-solving and critical thinking. Zoos Victoria is calling on the public to spread the word and help the When Balloons Fly, Seabirds Die initiative reach a quarter of a million pledges. It’s as easy as making outdoor events, such as school fetes, sports carnivals, markets and parties, balloon-free and wildlife–friendly, by switching to alternatives, such as bubbles, paper balloons, bunting, flags or banners, kites, candles, floating flowers, or planting a tree. For more information about how to protect marine wildlife, and to make the pledge visit zoo.org.au/balloons.

Meerkat with bubble enrichment at Werribee Open Range Zoo. (Pictures: Supplied/Zoos Victoria)

V day in the fight against COVID Christopher Carter CEO, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network 2020 was the year that wore out the word ‘unprecedented’, so much so that it’s still hard to recognise truly momentous events as they happen. But the beginning of the COVID-19 vaccination program is certainly worthy of slowing down and paying attention. On Sunday, February 21, 2021, just over a year after the first cases of COVID-19 reached our shores, the prime minister and a handful of aged care residents and health care workers received a vaccine against the disease. By the next day the program had kicked off in earnest across the country, with quarantine, border and front line health care workers and aged care residents lining up for their shots. This was a red letter day for our country and hopefully the beginning of the end of the pandemic. But the job is far from over. It is nothing short of incredible that there is now a range of vaccines available to prevent COVID-19 disease. But vaccines cannot stop this pandemic if they are sitting unused in cold storage. On the health system side of things, we need to build trust in the quality, effectiveness and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines approved in Australia. Clinical trials have shown the vaccines to be all those things, and those trials are being borne out in real-world results across the globe – for example, Public Health Scotland says hospitalisations have dropped by more than 85 per cent in people who have received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. The whole system is working hard to get this positive information about the COVID-19 vaccines out in the community. You can help by talking with your friends and family about the importance of being vaccinated when it is their turn, and linking them with reliable sources of information like their GP or health. gov.au/covid-19-vaccines if they have questions 12 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

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or concerns. Just as important as building trust is making sure the vaccine is accessible, so everyone can be vaccinated. Many people who don’t fully immunise their children don’t actually have any concerns about vaccination – they just can’t find the time in their day to get it done, or it’s not a high priority. We are still in the early stages of the

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Werribee’s second annual Weerama Festival gets underway this Saturday and will continue through to Sunday the following week with nine days full of sporting, cultural and fun activities. Dozens of local clubs and organisations have undertaken to participate in Weerama festivities which will be initiated this Saturday evening at the crowning of the 1981 Miss Weerama at a Mardi Gras in Centenary Hall.

Werribee, Laverton and Hoppers Crossing will be severely affected if the proposed closure of the RAAF Base Williams at Laverton takes place. It would mean the loss of about $60 million a year to the retail and service sectors in the municipality, according to Werribee city engineer, Mr John Nicol.

Controversy has erupted over an illegal immigrant being detained at Laverton North’s Port Phillip Prison despite not being charged with a crime. Mr Suranga Tennakoon’s legal representative has criticised the state and federal governments for their handling of the case while the state government has accused the federal government of not “meeting its responsibilities.”

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Connecting through COVID The new National Communications Museum found itself in a unique position last year – a museum thrown into a pandemic with no physical space for exhibitions. Michaela Meade spoke with some of the people involved about how the COVID-19 pandemic informed the inaugural exhibition.

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ommunication has never been so important.” That was the biggest take away Jo-Anne Cooper had from the COVID-19 pandemic. It was while working from home, like the rest of Victoria, that the director of the National Communications Museum (NCM) realised what role the new museum could be playing. “I thought, here we are in the middle of the biggest communication story … of the century … and we weren’t doing anything,” Jo-Anne said. That thought sparked the NCM’s inaugural exhibition – Connecting through COVID – available completely online. Jo-Anne said it was important to put 2020’s pandemic in context. “There are these amazing ups and downs, seismic events in world history that former generations have been part of, and now we’re part of one, for better or for worse.” The museum decided to draw comparisons between the COVID-19 and Spanish Flu pandemics. “We’ve done this before, not that long ago,” Jo-Anne said. According to Jo-Anne, people living through the Spanish Flu pandemic didn’t have the ease of communication tools we have today; they had to display a sign of “SOS” in their windows, and hope. “Council officers were employed to patrol the streets [looking for SOS signs]. “You wonder how thorough that could be.” Jo-Anne said we now have the tools to get through the pandemic with more ease. We are able to catch up with family and friends virtually, and call for – and receive – help quickly. Emily Siddons was brought on last year as exhibition and programs manager. “In times of crisis, it is human nature to seek a comparative historical example,” Emily said. “We wanted to provide … a way for audiences to navigate the challenges [and] provide some critical context. “I wanted to use [the pandemic] as an opportunity for our museum to critically think about how we could approach digital engagement and stage digital experiences.” Emily, as a millennial, said she wanted to capture the lived experience of 2020 for future generations in a way not possible during the Spanish Flu. “The changing definitions of privacy, intimacy and community in this time and how we all were propelled into this digital way of living and working [was important to remember]. “Hashtags [for example] … are so representative of our shared experience. “I … tried to identify what [was] going to stand the test of time.” Historian Mary Sheehan aided the exhibition through her role as a doctorate candidate with a broad knowledge of the 1919 Spanish Flu. “The Spanish Flu [has been] largely forgotten,” Mary said. “There’s no proforma and no manual for managing pandemics, but much can be learned from pandemics when they do occur.” Mary pointed out one aspect of people’s responses to pandemics that has not changed in a century. “Some smart people made the comment [in 1919], quite erroneously… that masks were as efficient at keeping out germs as barbed wire fences were at keeping out flies.” Mary said she hoped the exhibition was effective in quelling anxiety in the community. “It’s so informative … And I think that’s a vital thing in times like this where there’s so much uncertainty, and people need some actual facts and information to make them feel more secure.” According to Mary, Australians and the

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world should prepare for the long haul. “I think it’s an impact that will resonate for years, if not, forever.” One of the “subjects” of the exhibition is the Royal Melbourne Hospital’s scrub choir. Chief music therapist and creator of scrub choir Dr Emma O’Brien said she had noticed a dramatic increase in the level of stress in her colleagues. After 200 staff wanted to be a part of the initial production of scrub choir, which involved filming themselves at work or at home singing or dancing to a song chosen by Emma, she knew “caring for the carer” was important. “I realised how much staff really needed that time, that sort of permission to have a bit of fun,” Emma said. “The time to have their own music therapy. “It was an opportunity to remind people to

have just a small moment to themselves … and to be a part of something.” Emma said the opportunity to be featured in NCM’s exhibition was fantastic. “I was so honoured … I totally love the exhibition … it makes perfect sense to capture what happened last year. “Scrub choir helped us stay connected when COVID … tried to rip us apart.” Emma offered a final reflection on the COVID-19 pandemic, and how the world will pull through. “The reality is it’s communities that solve pandemics. It’s the community that is going to see us all through.” The National Communications Museum’s Connecting through COVID exhibit is available for viewing at ncmuseum.org.au/connectingthrough-covid/.

1/ Dr Emma O’Brien, centre, performing Stand By You by the Pretenders with the scrub choir. 2/ Lockdown portrait, Kristyna Hess Photography, 2020. 3/ A still featuring representatives from Alfred Health and St Vincent’s Hospital, 2020. Video by Tiny Empire Collective, National Communications Museum Collection. 4/ Balmain Post Office staff in masks, 1919, National Archives of Australia collection. 5/ Card, circa 1918, State Library of New South Wales Collection HG 2020/0621. (Image courtesy of State Library of New South Wales)

6/ Morse key, circa 1920, National Communications Museum Collection. (Pictures: Supplied)

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Guided walk Experience the dramatic landscapes of Sydenham Park as you enjoy a guided walk by a wildlife specialist on Saturday, March 20, 9.30am-noon. Learn about the wildlife who live in the park such as birds of prey, reptiles, insects and kangaroos. Register via Eventbrite.

Live at the Hive Swing band CHONK will perform at the Werribee jazz club at Werribee Bowls Club on Saturday, March 20, 8-11pm. ■ Jenny, 0419 558 481

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Recycling day Brimbank residents can safely and conveniently drop-off their unwanted household items, for reuse or recycling at a Pop-Up Drive Through Recycling Day at Victoria University’s St Albans campus on Saturday, March 20, 8am-1pm. There is a maximum of 8 items per household.

Joe Mastroianni captured this image of six-year-old Oceyn, splashing his way back to his mum after a swim at Altona beach. It had rained earlier that day which created a large puddle on the sidewalk and Oceyn couldn’t resist a last splash of water.

Garage sale Find your next hidden treasure at the Country Women’s Association garage sale. On Saturday, March 20 until 4pm, you can buy items for $2 each. Chandler Street, Werribee South.

Antiques fair Romsey Mechanics’ Institute’ annual Antiques, Vintage and Collectibles Fair is on Saturday, March 20, 9.30am-3.30pm. There will be plenty of items to catch your eye, including china, jewellery, glassware, books, antique prints plus much more. Morning and afternoon teas available from the CWA. Entry: $5

Book club Footscray Saturday Book Group meets from 11am-noon on the third Saturday of every month at Footscray library. At the next meeting, on Saturday, March 20, the club will discuss books people have read over lockdown and choose titles for the coming months. Registrations required via Eventbrite. ■ 9688 0290

Make your own lantern Sunbury community members can join Indian artist Manan Walia to make individual bark ‘tree’ lanterns on Sunday, March 21, 10am-noon at the Hume Global Learning Centre, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury. ■ https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/ humecity-council-16445167964

Get into golf month March will be filled with golf activities and offers at Keilor Public Golf Course. The free events will run at 540 Calder Freeway, Keilor North. Stay updated on events happening each day by searching @ keilorgolf on social media. ■ 0414 918 533 or email kpgc@ belgravialeisure.com.au

Computer course Rotary Club of Altona City is running a project for older Victorians to give them the confidence to use devices such as iPads, iPhones and computers. No prior knowledge is required. A local venue will be used for the project, which will run

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Street, Thomastown East Reserve, residents can enjoy free coaching, a free barbecue, free social play, a lobster ball machine, and giveaways. Registration required. ■ toptennis.com.au/classes/17449/ or 0492 962 923

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Encourage a love of reading and help your child develop their literacy skills at Braybrook library on Tuesdays and Footscray library on Wednesdays, from 11-11.30am. Or enjoy Story Time at Home via YouTube on Mondays from 11am. Suitable for children aged 2-5 years and their families. Bookings required. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library

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If you enjoy playing cards, meeting new friends, and keeping mentally fit, attend social bridge every Friday at the Melton library from 10am-noon. Beginners to experienced players welcome. Melton Bridge Club also meets on Tuesdays from 7-10pm, Arnolds Creek Community Centre. ■ Rosemary, 0407 894 817

Diabetes support Westgate Diabetes Support Group meets at 10am on the first Tuesday of the month at Altona Bowling Club, 113 Civic Parade, Altona. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996

Tennis club open day St Luke’s Thomastown tennis club is holding its annual open day on Saturday, March 20. From 1-3.30pm at Rowen

Werribee Hospital Foundation is holding a book sale from 9am-4pm on Friday, April 16, Saturday, April 17 and Sunday April 18. Pay $2 per book or $10 for 6 books at 27 Cambridge Crescent, Werribee. BYO carry bags. All proceeds are donated to Werribee Mercy Hospital. AL-ANON provides support for families and loved ones living with alcoholics and problem drinkers. The group meets Mondays at St Thomas Anglican Church foyer, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee, from 7.30pm, and on Tuesdays at the St Mary’s Tennis Club rooms, 204 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough.

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Out and about Williamstown’s Cas Bukor captured this double rainbow with her iPhone 8 from the balcony of Hobsons Bay Yacht Club. A burst of colour between bursts of rain.

2nd Newport Scout Group participated in a Clean Up Australia Day event recently. The Scouts picked up litter in Market Street, where their hall is based, and around Newport Lakes. New members and leaders are wanted. Email: 2ndnewportscoutgroup@gmail.com

On March 11 at 11am, the bells of Crossroads Uniting Church Werribee rang out. People gathered at the church and made noise with bells, musical instruments and pots and pans to bring attention to climate change. There was further action at 6pm outside Hoppers Crossing Uniting Church, where a conch shell blast sounded the alarm. The events were part of a global multi-faith day of action, involving more than 100 faith communities across the country.

1/ Vanda Tamhark at the Sunshine Golden Age Garden Club’s 100th autumn show at the weekend; 2/ Nanette Morel looks over the exhibits; 3/ Mido and Silvia Kocic with fruit and vegetable exhibits; 4/ Mary Evans 5/ Prize winner Stanley Ligeza; 6/ Sunshine Golden Age Garden Club president Chris Michalopoolos. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 231213 16 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

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Unity: a key feature of MacKillop College community After every challenge presented during 2020, and moving into 2021, MacKillop College is proud of the enduring strength displayed through these adverse times. The College’s namesake, St Mary MacKillop said, “So great is the strength we possess in our unity” and Principal Rory Kennedy says the MacKillop community carries these words with them as an expression of their experience. “Our theme for this year is ‘Respond to the cry of the earth’, and with the pandemic as a persisting reminder of how important it is to care for our environment and our world, we move to have an even more environmentallyfocused approach in all that we do here at the College,” Mr Kennedy says. “Everything from our newer facilities utilising recycled materials, to solar panels, to using recycled water for our irrigation … is part of this effort at minimising the harm we might do to our students’ and community’s future on this planet.” MacKillop College’s education and student wellbeing programs are based on Restorative Practices, with the aim to build and maintain healthy communities, increase social capital, repair harm and restore relationships. Mr Kennedy says they take pride in having a multicultural community and prioritising inclusivity and a love of diversity. “We are not blind to the challenges that come with such a community and the importance education plays in bringing people together,” he says. “As part of a more collaborative approach, emerging pedagogies, including Project Based Learning, are steadily becoming part of our educational vocabulary and practice, with Year 7 to 9 students already immersed in PBL projects. “Year 9, in particular, is an important year, as students have the opportunity to

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experience an integrated curriculum, with a variety of experiences dedicated to enhanced understanding of sustainable living, our carbon footprint and impact on the environment.” The College also gives opportunity for students to address themes that are highly relevant on a global level, looking at social justice, harmony and unity, the environment and social change. Students are provided with guidance to become advocates for transformation in the world, and the truth of

this is seen in the student-run extra-curricular groups. This includes groups such as HarMacK (Harmony at MacKillop, with a focus on cultural diversity and inclusivity), EcoMacK (aiming to implement sustainability strategies on campus as well as within the community), the debating team and MacKillop College Zoo Crew, which gives students hands-on experience in animal husbandry. MacKillop’s state-of-the-art facilities serve to enhance educational opportunities, with

gymnasium, chapel, amphitheatre, digital technologies hub, music and fibre centre, art rooms and food technology kitchens, all designed to meet the demands of the evolving climate and to cater for the unique needs of the community and the students. MacKillop College, Russell Street, Werribee. For more information, contact the College Registrar on 8734 5200 or via email enquiries@mackillop.vic.edu.au.

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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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QUICK CROSSWORD Bones; frames (9) Pursues (5) Regimen (7) Involve (7) Pleases (9) Rested (5) Devalued (7) Indoor shoe (7) North American country (1,1,1,) Lattice (7) Challenge (7) Opposite of day (5) Delayed (9) Starch extracted from cassava (7) Roads (7) Lads (5) Watches; attends (9)

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In Greek mythology, who took Helen from her husband Menelaus, king of Sparta?

What does the musical direction ‘andante’ mean?

True or false: the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide in approximately 4.5 billion years?

Who has the most followers on Instagram?

What does a fletcher do?

In Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, which character keeps falling asleep at a tea party?

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MOTOR Audi freshens up S4, S5 range By Alistair Kennedy, Marque Motoring Audi has capped off a busy year with the release of upgraded versions of its S4 and S5 range. Like the A4 / A5 models on which they’re based the S4 / S5 range has five model variants: S4 sedan, S4 Avant wagon, S5 Sportback hatch, S5 Coupe and S5 Cabriolet. The model upgrade has brought a boost in technology including a new infotainment system together with a number of design enhancements.

Styling Although their body shapes mirror the A4/5 the ‘S’ models are easy to distinguish with different bumpers, air inlets, side sills and rear spoiler and diffuser trim. Double, twin tailpipes and red brake calipers add the final touch to the sporting story. The refreshed S4 sedan gets new lighting designs, new grille and significant bodywork changes. S4 Avant adds aluminium roof rails and powered tailgate and luggage cover. The three S5 variants have 20-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels.

Interior The interior is stylish and restrained with a sense of practicality and a driver-friendly centre console and virtual cockpit. The S sport front seats are of soft Nappa leather and are heated with adjustable side support and a choice of three different massage modes. There are matt brushed aluminium inlays and stainless-steel pedals.

Engine / transmission All S4 and S5 variants are powered by a turbo-petrol 3.0-litre V6 which can deliver 260kW of power and 500Nm of torque. Acceleration times range from zero to 100km/h from 4.7 to 5.1 seconds. All models come with Audi’s permanent quattro all-wheel-drive system including a self-locking centre differential and adaptive damper control. The 60/40 standard rear-wheel bias, can send up to 85 per cent of the power in either direction as needed. The optional quattro sport rear differential provides even more dynamic driving qualities by splitting torque between the wheels of the rear axle.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE S4 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic four-sedan: $99,500 S4 Avant 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic five-door wagon: $102,000 S5 Sportback 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic five-door hatch: $106,500 S5 Coupe 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic two-door coupe: $106,500 S5 Cabriolet 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic two-door convertible: $120,000

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Audi dealer for drive-away prices

Safety Audi S4 and S5 come with an outstanding list of active and passive safety features starting with eight airbags; autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection; active bonnet; hill hold; side assist lane; change warning; exit warning; rear cross traffic alert; parking sensors; driver inattention alert; reversing camera; pre-sense rear and tyre pressure warning. Other features which are optional with the A4 and A5 but standard in the ‘S’ models include adaptive cruise control; active lane assist; Audi pre-sense front; collision avoidance assist; swerve assist; high beam assist; head up display, park assist and a 360-degree camera. The S5 variants also come with matrix headlights which can optimise high-beam display to show a wide range without dazzling other road users. They are available as a $1365 option in S4.

Styling and tech upgrades make Audi S4 and S5 better value than ever. Main: Audi S5 Coupe. Centre: Audi S5 Sportback. Above: Audi S4 Avant. (Pictures: Supplied)

remote lock and unlock, car finder and vehicle status report. A Bang and Olufsen 3D premium sound system with 19 speakers and a 755W subwoofer is standard across the S4 / S5 range. Bluetooth connectivity is simple and intuitive and you also get Apple Carplay and Android Auto, as well as DAB+ digital radio.

Infotainment New system with touchscreen, Audi connect plus and 10-times the computing power of the previous models. The latest 10.1-inch high-resolution MMI touchscreen features Audi’s brilliant Google Earth satellite navigation display. Audi connect plus provides a range of convenience and safety features. These include online traffic information, weather reports, fuel prices, parking information, automatic emergency contact, online roadside assistance, 26 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

Driving The words ‘Sport’ or letter ‘S’ can set off alarm bells for older and less supple drivers because they can mean access problems and cramped interior space. Fortunately, there are no such problems with the Audi S4 and S5, including the coupe and convertible S5 variants. There is good head and legroom, even for taller backseat passengers, with the larger door openings allowing for easy entry and exit. The instrument cluster display can be

switched between a ‘hockey stick’ rev counter with a digital speedometer or standard twin conventional dials. We were able to drive both the S5 Sportback and S4 sedan during the launch drive program which took us on a round trip from the south-west of Sydney down through the Southern Highlands. The tried and proven V6 engine is engaging and responsive and blends perfectly with the eight-speed automatic transmission allowing the engine to operate close to its ideal load point. With up to 500 Nm of torque over a wide rev range (1370 to 4500 rpm) there’s plenty of flexibility for relaxed driving. Braking is excellent with more ability than you will probably ever need in everyday situations. Standard adaptive dampers mean you can choose from Comfort, Auto and Dynamic

settings. Ride quality is a good balance between comfort and performance. The occasional bumps, inevitable on the rural roads that dominated the test route, were handled easily even when we came into some without warning in mid-corner. We’ve been able to jump the queue and get into an S4 Avant as soon as it arrives in Queensland in early January and so we can expand our opinions with our usual week-long review. This will include much more urban driving than we did on the launch program.

Summing up Audi S4 and S5 models are on sale now. With five different body styles Audi S4 / S5 offers something for everyone. As is the case with many European premium marques Audi has remained with the old three-year, unlimited kilometre standard warranty.

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Ahead in it’s class By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring

AT A GLANCE

Hyundai Palisade is the largest SUV imported to Australia by the South Korean auto maker. It’s aimed at those wanting a large vehicle to carry people so leans in the direction of comfort and ease of driving rather than full-on off-road work. Interestingly, it has a near-twin brother in the latest model Kia Sorento that was introduced in 2020. Two models are offered, the first simply called Palisade, the other is Highlander.

MODEL RANGE Hyundai Palisade 3.8 GDI 2WD: $60,000 Hyundai Palisade 2.2 CRDI AWD: $64,000 Hyundai Palisade Highlander 3.8 GDI 2WD: $71,000 Hyundai Palisade Highlander 2.2 CRDI AWD: $75,000

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Hyundai dealer for drive-away prices.

Styling The large grille treatment works well and Palisade looks longer than it really is thanks to the large windows that stretch all the way to the rear. The shape of the C-pillar gives it a sort-of sleek look when viewed side on. The slight downward slope of the roof adds to the effect. The tail is squared off, with lights that have a purposeful appearance. The word PALISADE is spread loud and proud in capital letters across the rear. When you realise that it was initially designed very much with the American market in mind you will understand this. Guards have a purposeful look that appealed to those to whom we showed the Palisade during our week’s road test.

Engines / transmissions Interestingly, both petrol and diesel engines are offered. A four-cylinder turbo-diesel with a capacity of 2.2 litres drives all four wheels. It puts out 147 kW, and 440 Nm with a big spread from 1750 to 2750 revs. This range is where the great majority of drivers will be driving virtually all the time. The petrol is a 3.8-litre V6 with 217 kW of power, and 355 Nm of torque at a very high 5200 revs. It drives through the front wheels. We haven’t had a chance to road test a petrol but will hopefully get into one soon and report back to you with your feelings on the torque band.

Safety Interior The cabin carries on with the spacious look created by the exterior. This is an eight-seater with a two:three:three arrangement. There’s also a seven-seat version with twin bucket seats in the centre row. This is likely to make it popular with upmarket limousine companies as their customers like individual seats (with three plebs squeezed into the rear!). The fit and fitment of the interior is to a high standard. These days you won’t even find upmarket European vehicles with fitment that’s better than Hyundai’s.

Infotainment The large central touchscreen gives easy access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There is a plethora of ways of connecting as Both Palisade models have seven USB ports and four 12V sockets.

Palisade has yet to be ANCAP tested. Crash avoidance features are lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning with intervention. All have IsoFix child seat positions.

Driving The driver’s seat is comfortable and we had no problem getting it adjusted to our needs. The second-row seats slide forward by up Not exactly sleek but Palisade is a rather attractive vehicle for its class. (Pictures: Supplied) to 220mm for easier access to the third row. Both rear rows in eight-seat versions have a filling may be required. Test this for yourself if pretty good figures. Visibility all around is good thanks to the 60:40 split to let you juggle passenger/cargo you feel you might be parking in areas where large window area and good side mirrors. space. The seven-seater isn’t as versatile but the this is a problem. compromises are understandable. During our testing on hilly country roads The steering is well weighted, responds the fuel consumption sat in the eight to ten Summing up within a few degrees of movement and gives litres per hundred kilometres range. Flat easy An impressive vehicle in that it’s almost good feedback. running saw this down to as little as six to sedan-like in some ways and has plenty of The turning circle is good for a car of this seven litres. Around town, and in the suburbs, standard equipment. It’s not quite as easy to size, but in tight carparks some backing and it was about nine to eleven litres. These are drive as a car but comes pretty close. 27 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 17 March, 2021

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Diggers set for action By Tara Murray Diggers Rest footballers are raring to go, ahead of the Riddell District Football League season kicking off on April 17. After a season of no footy due to the COVID-19 pandemic. the Burras have been busy putting in work behind the scenes. Burras’ coach Jamie Lobb said the club’s pre-season had been one of the strongest they’ve had in recent years. “We’ve got double the numbers we would normally have on the track at this time of year,” he said. “We’ve had 50 to 55 on the track each night, we would normally get about 30. All the guys have enjoyed being able to see each other.” Lobb said they kept their training program the same as they normally would, with it ramping up after the Christmas break. The Burras, who made the preliminary final in 2019, will have a similar list to the one they put together for last year’s cancelled season. “I’m pretty happy with it,” Lobb said. “Most of the players from last year are back and the couple of guys we recruited last season are returning. “[Bowen medallist] Jaidyn Caruana was the big-name signing for us last season. We’ve added a couple of young kids from Melton. “We’ll have two or three guys up on what we had in 2019.” David Morrice and Corey Wright have both moved to other clubs, while Alec Del Papa has retired. Lobb said they were unsure whether Lachie Langford would be in Melbourne and whether he would play. Lobb said it would be business as usual for the club, which is always among the premiership mix.

Diggers Rest coach Jamie Lobb. (Luke Hemer)

“We’re setting standards high for ourselves and not selling ourselves short,” he said. “We have a lot of volunteers and people putting in the hard work to get to the big day. “There’s no lay down for us.” With reigning premiers Rupertswood having moved competitions last year, Lobb expects the premiership race to be different this year. But he said because the finals would be top

five instead of six, you won’t notice having one less team as much. The Burras face Woodend-Hesket in round one on April 17. They then face Macedon the following week on Anzac Day. Traditionally, the Cats faced Rupertswood on Anzac Day. Lobb said that it would be a special day. The club has had a long tradition of heading to the

Sunbury RSL dawn service. He said he hoped they could now make a tradition with the Cats to play on April 25 every year. “It’s something we’re looking forward to,” he said. “We jumped on the front foot pretty quickly [to fill the vacant spot]. I’ve gone to the game the last three to four years and it’s always a good day.”

SPORTS QUIZ 1. What NBA player recently claimed the record as most games played by an Australian?

3. What type of medal did Sally Pearson win in the 100m hurdles at the 2012 London Games?

2. Who will captain the Melbourne Demons in the 2021 AFL season?

4. Where is the New Zealand Warriors home base located for the first half of the 2021 NRL season? 5. How many World Championships did surfer Layne Beachley win during her career? 6. What is the record for the highest score on a PGA event Par 4 hole? 7. In what country did the sport of bocce originate? 8. What Australian city holds the record for the top two biggest attendances at UFC events? 9. What two teams will contest the ICC World Cricket Test Championship Final to be played in June 2021? 10. By what other name is the sport of hacky sack known? 11. The Constellation Cup is contested by the national netball teams of Australia and which other country?

12. With competing teams including the Canberra Vikings, Melbourne Rising and Fijian Drua, which rugby competition ran from 2014 to 2019?

Sally Pearson

13. American professional basketballer Blake Griffin plays for which NBA team? 14. Who is both the chief executive of Racing New South Wales and the chairman of the Australian Rugby League Commission? 15. Which country did Australia’s women’s national basketball team defeat to win the gold medal at the 2006 FIBA World Championship? 16. Which Sydney-born tennis professional had a career-high singles ranking of world number 18 in October 2019?

20. Which former Socceroo won two A-League Championships as manager of Melbourne Victory? 21. Which AFL team was informally known as the Redlegs? 22. Which Australian baseballer played for the Oakland Athletics in the MLB, and recently moved to the Chicago White Sox?

17. In what year did Shaquille O'Neal retire from professional basketball?

23. Which Indian bowler took 32 wickets in the recent four-Test series against England?

18. Which team won three consecutive AFL Premierships from 2013 to 2015?

24. Which player has scored the most tries in the history of State of Origin?

19. A game of baseball is played between two teams of how many players each?

26. Which Australian soccer player represented Millwall from 1998 to 2004? 27. How many women in total competed at the inaugural Winter Olympics in 1924? 28. For how long did the New York Yacht Club successfully defend the America’s Cup before Australia II won in 1983? 29. What is the nickname of Australian F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo? 30. Which soccer playerturned-actor won the FA Cup with Wimbledon in 1988?

25. What animal was Borobi, the mascot of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games?

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1. Patty Mills 2. Max Gawn 3. Gold 4. New South Wales Central Coast 5. Seven 6. 16 7. Italy 8. Melbourne 9. India and New Zealand 10. Footbag 11. New Zealand 12. National Rugby Championship 13. Brooklyn Nets 14. Peter V’landys 15. Russia 16. Alex de Minaur 17. 2011 18. Hawthorn 19. Nine 20. Kevin Muscat 21. Melbourne Demons 22. Liam Hendriks 23. Ravi Ashwin 24. Greg Inglis 25. Koala 26. Tim Cahill 27. 11 28. 132 years 29. Honey Badger 30. Vinnie Jones

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