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Families across the state are thanking a Bacchus Marsh artist for helping them survive the boredom and anxiety that can come with long periods of isolation. Sarah Renae Clark, best-known for her creative colouring books, decided to do her bit for those struggling through the COVID-19 lockdown periods. Seeing the impact the pandemic was having on mental health, Clark released a free bumper package of materials people could download from her website to help keep the lockdown blues at bay. The ‘Quarantine Boredom Buster Bundle’ has been a huge success, racking up thousands of downloads from people looking for ways to pass the time at home. The free printable bundle includes more than 100 pages of colouring pages for adults and the kids, silly postcards, fun activities and decluttering ideas. “I believe in the power of positive thinking and taking the time to laugh, and the freedom that decluttering can bring when we are feeling overwhelmed or trapped,” Clark said. Details: sarahrenaeclark.com Benjamin Millar
Blackspot survey call By Benjamin Millar Moorabool residents are being urged to highlight mobile phone blackspots and broadband internet issues in their area. The state government has announced a community survey as part of its $550 million Connecting Victoria program, asking people to help identify areas where mobile and broadband are most needed. The storms that ripped through Moorabool last month, felling trees and trapping people on their properties, illustrated the potentially dangerous blackspot situation for rural residents.
Rural Councils Victoria chair Mary-Ann Brown said it is vital that rural Victorians have their say as good mobile and broadband coverage is vital for individuals, families, businesses and the work of emergency services across rural Victoria. “Without input from individual rural Victorians and rural communities there is a strong possibility that some of the communities worst affected won’t get the services they urgently need,” she said. “Quality mobile phone connectivity, in particular, isn’t just about convenience – it’s essential for small businesses, emergency services and visitor economies to thrive.”
Cr Brown said reliable broadband internet services are also essential for businesses, families and education. “Far too many parts of rural Victoria still lack effective mobile phone access and broadband, cutting entire communities off from an essential service that most Victorians living in cities take for granted,” she said. “Digital connectivity creates opportunities and decreases barriers to business, education, tourism and social interaction. “In an emergency this lack of mobile coverage can put lives at risk.” The Connecting Victoria program will focus on getting more Victorians access to
business-grade broadband and upgrading mobile coverage, improving 4G mobile coverage, helping more places become 5G-ready, and improving access to safety information during bushfires and other emergencies. The state government will also encourage the federal government and telecommunications providers to co-invest in the delivery of new infrastructure. The first locations to receive upgrades or new infrastructure are expected to be announced later this year. The Engage Victoria Connecting Victoria survey can be accessed until September 20 via engage.vic.gov.au/connecting-victoria
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Pandemic takes a toll on health workers The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a considerable toll on the psychological health of staff at Western Health, a new study has found. Western Health, in a partnership with Deakin University, surveyed nearly 700 nurses, doctors and allied health workers multiple times as a part of a study into the impact of the pandemic. The new data found, contracting the virus, putting family members at risk and caring for infected patients were the top concerns for staff. The study found more than 80 per cent of staff avoided interacting with their friends and
extended family and steered clear of public or crowded spaces. Three quarters indicated that people close to them were concerned about their health, while almost a quarter of those surveyed avoided telling people they worked at a hospital, with several staff reporting they received a negative reaction when they wore their uniform in public. Despite the impact on their personal and professional lives, few staff considered resigning. Study co-investigator, senior research fellow
Sara Holton, said that many staff reported positive impacts during the pandemic. “This included increased knowledge about infectious diseases and infection prevention and control, and a greater sense of togetherness and co-operation among colleagues,“ she said. The study, which included multiple surveys, aims to help Western Health understand the impact of COVID-19 on staff. The first survey in May and June last year, found that one quarter of staff surveyed reported symptoms of psychological distress, including depression, anxiety and stress.
Dr Holton said one of the study’s most significant findings was that staff who thought the health service had responded appropriately to the pandemic and provided sufficient staff support were more likely to have better mental health outcomes. As part as it’s response to the pandemic, Western Health introduced a range of initiatives to support staff in 2020, such as wellness hubs, on-site counsellors, regular staff bulletins and briefings by the chief executive. Tara Murray
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Grammar students back By Benjamin Millar Bacchus Marsh Grammar staff and students have returned to school this week despite new cases emerging in the cluster towards the end of the school community’s 14-day quarantine period. Star Weekly last week reported that the school’s cluster had grown to include at least seven staff, four students and four close household members who had tested positive to the fast-moving Delta strain. A further two household contacts linked to Bacchus Marsh Grammar were reported as
positive last Monday and it was revealed on Thursday that four more students, who had been in isolation, tested positive on their day 13 tests. Another household contact of a positive case in a student linked to the Bacchus Marsh Grammar School was reported on Friday. No further positive tests were detected at the weekend ahead of Monday’s return to face-to-face schooling at both the Maddingley and Aintree campuses. Principal Andrew Neal thanked the students and their families for their patience during the testing blitz.
“The process of Maddingley families getting tested on day 13 and then released has had its frustrations for many of you and I have been heartened by the good-natured way in which you have faced these difficulties,” he wrote to parents. “There is a general sense … of a task almost over, but people are tired.” Maddingley students have only been permitted to return to the campus if they were tested on day 13, received a negative test result and were cleared by the health department. Authorities reported two new local COVID-19 cases on Monday, both linked to the current outbreaks.
Creative storytellers young and old are invited to take their talents to a wider audience in this year’s City of Melton Short Story Competition. Well-known authors Michael Panckridge, Ellie Marney, and Lee Kofman will cast their eye over all entries in the competition, looking for stories that capture the imagination. Submissions go into in the running to share in more than $3000 in prizes across three age categories – junior, teenager and adult. Short stories can be submitted in print, illustration, video, verse, voice or a combination of forms. Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik said the competition serves as a great way to celebrate the community’s talented and emerging writers, illustrators and videographers. “This is a great opportunity for our creative community to showcase their talents and have their work viewed by popular authors,” Cr Majdlik said. “We look forward to seeing your imaginative stories and celebrating the outstanding work I’m sure we’ll receive.” The competition will award first, second and third prizes in all sections. Best first time entry and highly commended prizes will also be awarded in each category. Entries should be no more than 3000 words for adults or 1500 words for juniors and teens. Stories told in other formats should be kept to less than five minutes to experience. Authors must live, work or study in the City of Melton, or be a library member. Entries must be submitted online by August 16. Details and submissions: melton.vic.gov.au/shortstory
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Volunteers put a lid on litter menace “This is an amazing achievement.” Ms Cabuang said population growth and urbanisation means more litter is reaching Melbourne’s waterways and into the bay. That rubbish threatens surrounding habitat and the wildlife that live there, affecting water quality, stifling plant life and presenting as a potential choking hazard to animals. Ms Cabuang said most people don’t realise that more than 90 per cent of litter that ends up in Port Phillip Bay comes from rubbish dropped on suburban streets and washed into stormwater drains. Melbourne Water estimates the economic contribution of the thousands of volunteer hours of rubbish collection through the Project equates to almost $240,000. Benjamin Millar
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COVID-19 restrictions: dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus It was a relief to see the State Government ease its lockdown restrictions last week, and I sincerely hope that the state of Victoria can continue to reopen safely.
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The safety of our community and everyone impacted by the pandemic is an absolute priority and I’d really like to thank everyone who is continuing to do their part by adhering to the expert health advice. Your efforts are critical in the fight against COVID-19 and in helping us return to our regular routines. For those of you wondering about Council services and whether they may be impacted by the pandemic, as well as any support that is available, I’d encourage you to visit the COVID-19 page on our website, melton.vic.gov.au/COVID19 As you may already be aware, Council recently committed to its highest value capital works program in the 2021/2022 budget. One thing I’m particularly excited about in this budget is the local roads investment of $70.27 million across the City of Melton. These extensive works will include traffic lights at a number of key intersections, road upgrades, and road constructions to improve the flow of local traffic in Caroline Springs, Plumpton, Melton, Melton South, Toolern Vale, Cobblebank, Mt Cottrell and Truganina. You can find out more about the roads investment we have planned by visiting our website. You can also stay updated on the progress of our major projects, including significant road works, by following us on Facebook at facebook.com/cityofmelton You’re welcome to contact me regarding council matters at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.
Watts Ward with Cr Lara Carli Once again, we find ourselves emerging from another COVID lockdown, so I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all our residents for keeping themselves, their loved ones, and in fact, our community, safe during this uncertain time. I, for one, am in need of some good news, so it gives me great pleasure to share the details about some of the
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Diggers Rest; Melton; Toolern Vale Across the City of Melton, we’ve planned $17.5 million in recreational, leisure and community facility works as part of the 2021-2022 Council budget. These projects will help all residents stay active and connected close to home and will help meet the needs of our fast-growing sporting communities.
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• Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve community pavilion and oval construction • Melton Recreation Reserve Pavilion construction • MacPherson Park redevelopment Stage 2
To see more of the projects planned for the City of Melton this financial year, visit melton.vic.gov.au/budget
One of the most exciting initiatives we have planned is the Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve redevelopment project which will see the replacement and consolidation of existing buildings with new community sports facilities and an independently operated community facility. Developed in response to community feedback, the redevelopment will also include a multipurpose community space with kitchen servery area, storage and bathrooms, female-friendly
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Community facility highlights in the 2021/22 budget include:
outstanding local projects approved as part of Council’s 2021/2022 Budget.
Disposing of bulky items has been made easier in the City of Melton, with Council offering the option of an additional hard waste collection to households every financial year.
change rooms, and a community social space for tenants including cricket, football, netball and tennis clubs. Also part of the redevelopment will be the realignment of oval two (west oval), including fencing, carparking, landscaping and lighting, along with new cricket nets. Scheduled for completion in late 2022, this project is funded by Council and the State Government through their Growing Suburbs Fund, Community Sport Infrastructure Stimulus Fund and the Local sports infrastructure fund.
• One hard waste collection and one drop off at the Melton Recycling Facility Both renters and owners who have their bins collected by Melton City Council each week, are entitled to these options at no additional cost. For more information, visit melton. vic.gov.au/waste
Other great projects to keep your eye on include the Banchory Green Park Revitalisation project, Hillside, and the Parkwood Green park upgrade. You can find out more about these, and the other significant infrastructure projects planned for the next financial year by visiting melton.vic.gov.au/ budget Feel free to contact me about Watts Ward or Council related issues on 0409 951 020 or email at: lara.carli@melton.vic.gov.au or visit my Facebook page at: facebook.com/Cr.LaraCarli
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Pulsation crew ready to rally By Daniel Cook Hillside’s Andrew Meddings is hoping Sydney’s COVID-19 outbreak won’t put the brakes on this year’s Kidney Kar Rally. The rally raises money for Kidney Health Australia to help support children and young people with kidney disease. Mr Meddings is part of team Pulsation with two friends, Duncan Benn of Altona Meadows and Jason Bonnici from Tarneit.
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“Just looking forward to getting out of lockdown and being able to do something, not just sit around and watch everything fly by,“ he said. “Just trying to get involved this year and
hopefully it goes ahead.“ The trio decided to enter the rally in 2019 after the wife of one of their friends, Oden Hickey, was diagnosed with kidney disease. “We just thought, ‘You knew what, we’ve got
a spare car lying around.’ And we built it up, and did the rally [in 2019],” Mr Meddings said. To donate to Pulsation, visit: https://www. kidneykarrally.org.au/my-fundraising/117/ pulsation
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Mr Meddings said the trio were looking forward to this year, given the 2020 event was cancelled due to the coronavirus, and this year’s event was pushed back from its original August date. “Trying to get out of lockdown is probably one of the hardest things, so we’re just hoping it goes ahead this year,” he said. Team Pulsation has already broken their fundraising goal of $3000, thanks to 25 supporters. Mr Benn said tearing through outback New South Wales for charity would be a welcome change from the pandemic-induced lockdowns over the last year and a half. “We are looking forward to the challenge and adventure of driving a beat-up little car through outback NSW with good mates, especially after the last 18 months Victoria has been through,” Mr Benn said. Mr Meddings agreed, and said the event was sorely needed after the current lockdowns.
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Stolen wallet search Police are investigating the theft of a number of items from a car in Bacchus Marsh on May 30. The offenders attended a Halletts Way residence about 2.50am and stole numerous items from the vehicle including a wallet. They then attended two service stations in the Melton area using the victim’s bank card to purchase items. The offenders were driving an Audi sedan at the time of the incident. One of the offenders was captured on CCTV and is described as Caucasian, mid 20s, with black hair, unshaven, wearing an Adidas hoodie and blue pants. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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Sunny future for village The future is looking sunny for energy sustainability at The Village Bacchus Marsh. Centre owner DeGroup has spent $1.3 million installing more than 1700 solar panels across its large roof in a bid to generate clean power for its operations and reduce its long-term carbon footprint. The project will be capable of producing more than 1000 megawatt hours of electricity each year, slashing thousands of dollars off its power bills. The shared value will also be delivered to the retailers at the centre, with stores starting to see savings in their own bills. DeGroup chief operations officer Ben Delutis said the annual green electricity produced from the solar installation will be the equivalent of
offsetting the energy use of 83 homes or almost 93 million smart phone recharges over the course of a year. “This solar installation will not only help make a positive impact on the environment by generating enough power to offset 157 passenger cars driven in one year, but it will also improve power reliability for the area by minimising our reliance on the local power grid,” he said. When complete, it will consist of more than 6100 panels across The Village Bacchus Marsh, CS Square, Sanctuary Lakes Shopping Centre and Somerville Central, generating almost 3600 megawatt hours per year.
Young artists welcome Young people aged 12 to 25 who enjoy art are invited to head along to Melton council’s Youth Arts Club, a weekly art hangout where they can explore their creativity and have fun with artist Sebastian Fransz. Sessions are held 4-6pm Wednesdays at Melton Central Community Centre. Further details via 9747 5373 or email youngcommunities@melton.vic.gov.au
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PUBLIC ART COMMISSION IN CAROLINE SPRINGS Melton City Council is calling artists to express interest in an exciting public art commission for Linear Park, adjacent to St Vincent Way in Caroline Springs. Create a contemporary site response to our rich history and rapidly changing community.
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By Alesha Capone Football star Majak Daw hopes that opening up about his battle with anxiety and depression in his autobiography helps others struggling with mental health. Daw’s self-titled book, which he has penned in partnership with former sports journalist Heath O’Loughlin, was released this week. The autobiography details Daw’s childhood in Egypt with his family, after they fled civil war in Sudan. The family was granted refugee status and arrived in Australia when Daw was 11 years old. Daw began his junior football with the Wyndham Vale Falcons and attended
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MacKillop College in Werribee. He became the first Sudanese-Australian to be drafted to an AFL club when he was signed to North Melbourne in 2009. Daw went on to play more than 50 games for the Kangaroos, making his AFL debut in 2013. In the autobiography, Daw writes about the darker side of fame his sporting success brought about – the racism he has faced, his alcohol abuse and his suicide attempts. In the autobiography, Daw writes that he realised that he did not actually want to die. Daw underwent months of rehabilitation to return to the AFL as a player with Melbourne Football Club after breaking his pelvis and hips, and fracturing his back.
Daw said writing the book was “cathartic” but it was also hard to write some parts. “I was terrified about sitting down and opening up about certain chapters of my life,” he said. But Daw said that in doing so, he wanted to show other people with mental health issues that it is worth fighting for their futures. “I hope those who are struggling will read this and realise there’s always light out of the darkness,” he said. Majak is available in print and as an audio book. Details: https://bit.ly/2Wwq4K1 For assistance contact SuicideLine Victoria’s 24-hour helpline on 1300 651 251 or visit https://suicideline.org.au/
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JP continues family connection Kyle Lockwood is one of the newest recruits to hold one of the world’s oldest justice roles. The Cobblebank resident was recently sworn in as a Justice of the Peace, a volunteer position serving a valuable role in everyday legal matters. Mr Lockwood said he was drawn to the role due to a family link as well as a local shortfall in numbers. “I just wanted to help out the community and there’s also been quite a shortage of JPs for the last five years or so,” he said. “Also my great aunt was a JP so there is a family connection as well.” The volunteer role involves everything from certifying copies of official documents and validating people’s identities to witnessing statutory declarations and powers of attorney documents. “I think it’s one of the oldest roles in the judiciary, it’s been around for about 700 years,” Mr Lockwood said. JPs are selected via an interview, written exam and practical testing. The Honorary Justice Services Support area is responsible for appointing and managing Honorary Justice volunteers. Mr Lockwood said Victoria currently has a significant shortage of JPs and there is a recruitment drive planned to sign on hundreds more this year. “The only thing you need to be is an Australian citizen over the age of 18 and of good character,” he said. “The Victorian government does a really good training course, we’ve got a big manual that we’ve gone through in learning everything about the role.” Mr Lockwood said age is no barrier to the role, with people from his intake coming from all age groups from young adult to retirement age. The Department of Justice is recruiting in stages across Victoria and plans to release a recruitment schedule later this year. Details: justice.vic.gov.au Benjamin Millar
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Lifetime ban for animal cruelty By Benjamin Millar A Moorabool farmer has been slapped with a lifetime ban from owning livestock and $25,000 fine after pleading guilty to animal cruelty charges. Springbank farmer Peter Toohey narrowly avoided jail time when he received a lifetime disqualification order from being the owner or person in charge of any farm animal during a recent appearance in the Ballarat Magistrates Court. Toohey pleaded guilty to two charges of
animal cruelty and a charge of aggravated cruelty leading to the serious disablement of two cows. The court heard Toohey kept five cattle in yards on his property without access to water or adequate food, which resulted in dehydration. He also failed to obtain veterinary care for two sick cows. The magistrate said that as a repeat offender for similar offences in the past, coupled with the latest offending, a term of imprisonment must be considered. He stated that the sentence must reflect to
the accused and the whole community that animals are to be protected and those who put animals at risk must face serious consequences. The magistrate handed Toohey a lifetime disqualification order, fined him $25,000 and awarded $149 in costs to Agriculture Victoria, which brought the case against the farmer. He said that if Toohey had not pleaded guilty, he would have imposed a jail term. Agriculture Victoria compliance manager Daniel Bode said the lifetime disqualification order is significant. “It sends a very clear message that those who
continually commit offences against animals should not have the privilege and opportunity to care for them in the future,” he said. Mr Bode said that beyond the suffering inflicted upon the animals, animal welfare breaches can also jeopardise Victoria’s reputation as a humane and responsible producer of food, which can affect all producers. “This is a reminder to all livestock producers that animal cruelty will not be tolerated by the Victorian Government or the community.” Complaints about livestock welfare: 136 186 or via aw.complaint@agriculture.vic.gov.au
Projects fast-tracked The developer behind one of Melbourne’s fastest growing communities has welcomed more than $3 million in funding for key local projects. An Active Open Space Precinct and a Children’s and Community Centre will be built at Mt Atkinson in Truganina after the money was promised from the state government’s Growing Suburb Fund. Melton council was awarded $2.58 million for the Mt Atkinson Active Open Space Precinct and a further $800,000 for the Mt Atkinson Children’s and Community Centre. The Active Open Space Precinct will feature sports fields, a pavilion for community teams, a playground, car parking, passive recreation space and a shared path network connecting the area, which will eventually become home to more than 4400 families. Funding will also fast-track the early delivery of Mt Atkinson Children’s and Community
Centre, which will include a kindergarten, maternal and children’s health services and breastfeeding support as well as parenting support programs, playgroups, immunisations and a wide range of community and cultural programs and activities. Stockland project director Ed Krushka said the developer will continue to develop facilities and services that benefit current and prospective residents and the community. Stockland is also revitalising significant wetlands adjacent to the future Active Open Space Precinct, with plans to home more than160,000 native plants and more than 330 bird species. Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik welcomed the state government funding, which will be topped up by the council’s own investment in each project. Benjamin Millar
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Your say on council plans Melton residents are being urged to have their say on how the council will deliver services, maintain assets and build new infrastructure over the next decade. Feedback is being sought on two key strategies for balancing community needs with available resources – the Council’s Draft Asset Plan 2021-2031 and Draft Financial Plan 2021-2031. The asset plan is a suite of documents that outline how the council will deliver services and address infrastructure needs including developing and maintaining transport assets, buildings, stormwater assets, and open space infrastructure. The financial plan outlines the resources that will be required for the council to deliver the services and infrastructure that the community needs, while ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Melton mayor Cr Kathy Majdlik encouraged people to share their feedback with the council on these key documents. “Together, these plans show how council will deliver the key services, buildings, roads, and parks that our growing community needs the most,” Cr Majdlik said. Feedback on the Council Asset Plan 2021-2031 and draft Council Financial Plan 2021-2031 is due by 5pm Tuesday, August 3. Further details: conversations.melton. vic.gov.au Benjamin Millar
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Kelly Conroy has battled atrocious conditions to spearhead a monumental effort in the community campaign for high-voltage power lines planned to run through Moorabool to be buried underground. Ms Conroy took off at 7am on Friday on a run to raise awareness of AusNet’s plan to install a series of 85-metre towers carrying high-voltage lines from beyond Ballarat through Moorabool and Melton and into Sydenham. Her original plan was to run 160 kilometres to highlight just how far the wires will travel and how much of the landscape will be impacted. Facing fierce winds throughout the day, she completed more than 100 kilometres before passing the baton to her support runners late on Friday night, with the team racking up more than 250 kilometres in total. Her father Archie Conroy, who helped drive the campaign and co-ordinate the run, said the run capped off an amazing week. “When we counted up the kilometres that were done supporting Kelly it is over 250 kilometres,” he said. “All this was done in 18 hours, with the last two runners starting at 11pm in the rain and finishing at 1.30am.” Mr Conroy thanked those who had assisted with the run and donated to the cause to bring awareness to the “poorly planned” project. “Unbelievably we are currently at $18,000, wouldn’t it be good to reach $20,000? “It all counts to bring awareness …that this project has to be rescoped to meet the requirements for the next 100 years.” AusNet has said that the potential for running the line underground will be explored during the forthcoming Environmental Effects Statement period.
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Make a difference to your community in just 10 minutes! Take our 2021 Community Health Needs Survey online. Unlike most surveys that clog your inbox (usually with the subject line ‘How did we do?’) this is a questionnaire that really matters. It asks questions about your health. About your experience of health care. And about anything that might be preventing you from getting the care you need, when and where you need it. In the time it takes to drink a cup of tea or a really good coffee you’ll have helped improve local health services – and as a bonus you’ll go into the draw to win one of three $100 gift vouchers. Your de-identified responses will be used to help North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) plan and fund health services that our region needs. Combined with other health data, hearing directly from our community helps not-for-profits like Primary Health Networks and governments to decide what the priorities and gaps are to help us design better services. Recently, health data showed us a clear need for support to help children develop in parts of the Hume Local Government Area. In response, we funded the ASPIRE project that worked with parents and enabled children to see speech pathologists and occupational therapists and attend supported, culturally appropriate playgroups. In 2019–20, we listened to more than 700 people to help create a ‘Blueprint for better mental health’. The community is helping to
further refine the plan this year, so services are better connected and ‘see the person’, not just their illness. Our other data-driven programs include psychosocial supports (linking people with social groups and practical help, bolstering mental health), and ‘dying well’ initiatives, which draw on community feedback to improve end-of-life care. Data, feedback and community connections are also vital to helping us reach groups who
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Pricing under the pump By Benjamin Millar
Melton’s petrol prices are coming under greater scrutiny with a local MP vowing to help take action to bring prices in line with neighbouring areas. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the area’s families are being unfairly hit with higher prices than people in neighbouring suburbs, often paying more than 20 cents per litre extra at the pump and spending at least $10 more every time they fill up.
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Mr McGhie said he has taken the issue up with the Consumer Affairs Minister Melissa Horne and will be contacting federal Gorton MP Brendan O’Connor to discuss this issue soon, as fuel prices are regulated by the federal government. “In the interim I strongly encourage residents to complain to the ACCC [Australian Competition and Consumer Commission]” he said. The ACCC’s latest petrol monitoring report showed that average petrol prices rose in the 2020 September quarter after a record low earlier in the year. Although the ACCC does not set fuel prices, it does monitor retail fuel prices on a daily basis. A spokesperson said it has the power to investigate where it sees issues of concern. “Where we find sufficient evidence we will take action to protect consumers against misleading and anti-competitive conduct by fuel retailers.” Mr McGhie’s promise to take action was widely welcomed on social media, where some residents said they had seen price differences of up to 50 cents per litre between Melton and Watergardens.
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Melton’s Andre Peters said the lack of independent competition makes it easier for the major fuel companies to keep prices inflated well above those in neighbouring suburbs. “Sadly there is no competition in Melton as there are no independents,” he said. “Generally we pay at least 20 cents a litre more at times in Melton.” A BP spokesman said petrol prices at the pump can be impacted by a number of different factors.
He said while there are currently about 1400 BP branded sites across Australia, about three quarters are owned by independent business partners who set their own retail pricing. “When it comes to retail fuel pricing, our aim is to be competitive and attract customers to our sites,” he said. “Generally speaking, the price at the pump is impacted by a number of different factors. In particular, international product prices and competition between service stations in a local
area. There are also other factors including exchange rates, taxes and local operating costs.” On Monday, unleaded 91 pump prices at Melton’s BP, Coles Express and 7/11 Mobil were all at 155.9 cents per litre, according to price comparison website Petrol Spy, with Woolworths Caltex at 168.9. Meanwhile Bacchus Marsh BP, Coles Express and 7/11 Mobil prices were 129.9 cents per litre – 26 cents less per litre – and independent outlets were just 119.9 cents per litre.
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Melton’s petrol prices are coming under greater scrutiny with a local MP vowing to help take action to bring prices in line with neighbouring areas. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the area’s families are being unfairly hit with higher prices than people in neighbouring suburbs, often paying more than 20 cents per litre extra at the pump and spending at least $10 more every time they fill up. “I have had many constituents raise concerns regarding the prices of petrol in Melton being noticeably higher than in other areas,” Mr McGhie said. “I am deeply concerned that families in Melton are paying more than they should be.”
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A journey to zero waste As councils adopt waste management plans that aim to tackle the amount of waste their municipality produces, there is a growing push for people to think about how they could live more sustainably. A few people in the know spoke with Michaela Meade. Go For Zero Australian-owned Go For Zero is a zero waste and toxin free store, with products available for shipping Australia-wide. Their mission is to “move to a circular economy where we write trash out of existence”. Products from the online store are sustainably made and sourced, either from the company, or the businesses it includes on its website, and are sustainably packaged, and delivered to customers in a carbon-neutral way using plastic-free shipping materials. A Go For Zero spokesperson said people should strive to adopt a zero waste lifestyle “because recycling is not the solution”. “[Recycling] is a short-term option, but we create so much waste it can’t be recycled and ends up in landfill,” the spokesperson said. “Only 8 per cent of plastic that goes in your recycle bin truly gets recycled.” The company provides a variety of products that help people maintain their zero waste habits, including starter packs for cleaning, food storage and sanitary products, for the uninitiated. The spokesperson said the community can become more involved in the zero waste movement “by starting with small changes”. “Bring your own coffee cup, learn about recycling,” they said. “Because once we know better, we will do better.” Details: goforzero. com.au Positive Feeds Newport-based Positive Feeds is a curated gifting service that showcases products from local producers. It was born in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, when events industry company Footprint Group Events found itself languishing. Director Emma MacGregor said that during lockdown “it was obvious the events industry was not going to spring back quickly”. “We looked around as to what we could use our skill-base toward, along with our contacts within the corporate industry,” Ms MacGregor said. “People were buying gifts online and shopping local ... offering inner west-focused gifts for foodies was the concept.” Ms MacGregor said the company has a few ways of standing out. “Positive Feeds is local, unique, charitable and sustainably packaged and operated,” she said. “We are also 100 per cent carbon offset. “When people gift with [Positive Feeds], they are actually giving three times - supporting our business, our local suppliers and the local charitable causes we support.”
Above: Shoppers look for sustainable gifts at positive Feeds. Below: Elana runs virtual workshops covering all kinds of topics, including cloth nappy use. (Pictures: Supplied)
Positive Feeds is available for hand delivery across Victoria and New South Wales. Details: www.positivefeeds.com.au/ Workshops Elana is one individual sharing her wealth of knowledge with others to help them achieve a zero waste lifestyle. Elana runs virtual workshops covering all kinds of topics, including “all things reusable”,
“eco-friendly periods” and “cloth nappies 101”. She has held sessions with 16 local councils, including Hume, Macedon Ranges, Maribyrnong and Whittlesea councils, where she shares tips and tricks for using and reusing sustainable items. “I have a large range of reusable alternatives to everyday household items that I show and talk about during a virtual workshop – including how they work, tips and tricks and home set-up ideas,” she said. “I have multiple cameras so you get nice close-ups of the products - including fit demonstrations during nappy workshops. “The workshops are very interactive and there is plenty of time to ask questions.” Elana said she encourages people to complete a “bin audit” when first starting out on a zero waste journey. “[It] means taking a look at your kitchen/ bathroom bin to see what items you throw away the most,” she said. “Then choose one area to focus on and make the switch from disposable to reusable. “Once you master that and it becomes your new habit, move onto the next. “Start small and take it slow, and don’t compare yourself to others. “We all have different lifestyles and circumstances, so just do what you can at your own pace.” Details: www. clothnappyworkshopsmelbourne.com.au
Bringing it home Sustainability consultant and zero waste enthusiast Kirsty Bishop-Fox said moving to a zero waste lifestyle was easy for her. Ms Bishop-Fox said Facebook groups such as Zero Waste Westies and Zero Waste Freebies, as well as mobile apps including Next Door, can help people to begin to live sustainably. “There is a lot of community comradeship when you align with people who also are trying to avoid waste,” she said. Ms Bishop-Fox said people should think about what happens to their waste once it’s taken away from their houses. “There is a significant amount of waste that could have been recycled, composted or repurposed,” Ms Bishop-Fox said. “Having done waste audits, I am always surprised to see how much usable stuff gets thrown out in some peoples’ bins. “If we can avoid creating waste, by thinking about our habits and making conscious purchase decisions, it will be more sustainable for our community, our children and grandchildren.” The Zero Waste International Alliance defines zero waste as the “conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health”. 11 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 3 August, 2021
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Singing group Join the Melton South Community Singers at the Melton South Community Centre on the first and third Tuesday of each month. ■ Sue, 0400 082 413
Melton South Knit & Natter All welcome to join this social crafting group, running at the Melton South Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa. ■ 9747 8576
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Stephanie Mfongwot – a Williamstown woman who escaped violence in Cameroon and is making her professional boxing debut. (Damjan Janevski)
The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420
Tax return help Melton South Community Centre is now booking appointments for members of the community wanting help with their 2020-21 tax returns, as well as eligible households wanting to claim the $250 Power Saving Bonus. ■ 9747 8576
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Sewing classes in Melton South Intro to Sewing is now open for enrolments at Melton South Community Centre. Beginners can learn how to use their sewing machine and work on some simple projects. Weekly classes run on Tuesdays until September 14 or on Thursdays until September 16, 9.30am to noon. The cost is $50/$30 concession. ■ 9747 8576
Felting workshops Kickstart a new hobby at Melton Library’s free four-part felting workshop. Attendance at all four is recommended, and the first one starts at 10.30am on August 7. Bookings essential. ■ https://libraryevents.melton.vic.gov.au/ event?id=4368
Solar power Q&A Tune into Brimbank council’s free online-only solar power and battery systems Q&A session to hear answers to common solar-power questions. The event will cover energy use at home, as well as the economics of running a solar and battery system. The session starts at 10am on August 14. Registration essential. ■ https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/events/ solar-pv-and-batteries-qa
Card-making courses Melton South Community Centre’s term three card-making courses are happening in August. Beginners class on August 9 and August 16. Iintermediate class on August 23 and August 30. Beginners and intermediate cost $15/$10 concession. ■ 9747 8576
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Interested in learning to play Mahjong? U3A Melton has a group who play on Tuesdays at 10am. ■ https://u3amelton.com or 0419 563 016
The Deer Park Combined Probus Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at The Deer Park Club, 780 Ballarat Road, from 10am. New members and visitors welcome. ■ Don, 0409 191 580
First aid courses Melton South Community Centre offers a number of first aid courses for people wanting to learn or renew these valuable skills. One-day classes are held on Saturdays throughout the year. ■ 9747 8576
Celebrations for the annual Santa Marija Festa are coming up at St Peter Chanel in Deer Park. 6.15pm on August 13 for a church service with choir, and 2pm on August 15 for parade and entertainment. ■ Frank, 0407 816 603
Woodend Farmers Market Looking to support local farmers? The Woodend Farmers Market is on 9am on August 7 at Woodend Community Centre.
The morning starts at 9.30am and promises to be a chance for male caregivers to connect with each other and form new friendships. ■ Shaun, 0455 521 154
Fibro/CFS Support Expressions of interest to start a Fibromyalgia and CFS Support Group in Manor Lakes and surrounding areas. Connect with real people and share information, experiences, problems and solutions. ■ wyndham.fibrogroup@gmail.com
Fundraising book sale The Werribee Hospital Foundation is holding a fundraising book sale to purchase a new palliative care bed at Werribee Mercy Hospital. All proceeds will be donated to the hospital, with single books selling for $2 and six going for $10. The foundation asks shoppers to bring the correct cash and their own carry bags. At 27 Cambridge Crescent, August 28 and August 29, 9am to 4pm.
The Melton Probus Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Melton Dart Club, 63A Reserve Road, from 9.45am. New members and visitors are most welcome. ■ 9746 0271
The River Moorabool screening Lerderderg Library is holding a free screening of The River Moorabool to support the Moorabool River on August 7, at Lerderberg Library from 10am. ■ https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ august-bacchchat-the-river-moorabooltickets-163005581081 12 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 3 August, 2021
Feeling like you want to learn a new skill? Sign up for Cassie Hansen’s ceramics course at a Kyneton pottery studio. The next $150 session is at 10am on August 7. ■ cassandrajhansen@gmail.com
Potters annual exhibition The Macedon Ranges Potters annual exhibition is on August 7-8, 10am-4pm each day. Stop by the Woodend Community Hub for the free COVID-safe event. ■ Jan, 0413320706
Dads’ playgroup Tarneit Community Learning Centre hosts a dads’ playgroup every week on Thursdays.
Garden club The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting. 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663
Senior citizens club Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays and Fridays, from 10am-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. A variety of activities offered – carpet bowls, cards, snooker, darts, board games or just a cup of coffee and a chat. Lunch subsidised. ■ Frank, 0423 392 884
Scienceworks screening Stop by Scienceworks at 7.30pm on August 6 for an adults-only screening of films about the night sky. The event costs between $20 and $45.
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MyTime at Tweddle Newport is a peer support group for parents and carers of children with additional needs. The group meets each Friday at 10am during term three in the community room at Newport Gardens Early Years Centre, 51 Maddox Road, Newport. ■ kim.mace@tweddle.org.au
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AL-ANON meets 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. ■ 0412 432 760
Sewing group The Sunbury Neighborhood House Social Sewing Group meets on the first Saturday of each month to chat, share ideas and sew. Beginners through experienced
Diabetes support group The Westgate diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Altona Bowling Club at 10am. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996
Lockdown exhibition Head to the Altona Civic Centre for an exhibition on Hobsons Bay residents lives over lockdown. The free Together Apart: Life in Lockdown exhibition runs until the end of August. ■ https://lockdownstories.com.au
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PUZZLES SUDOKU
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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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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Australian Kaylee McKeown won the gold medal in which swimming event? 2. New Zealander Brendon Hartley is the defending champion of which major motorsport event? 3. Which Australian fast bowler took 11 wickets in three ODI matches against the West Indies recently?
5. Who is the head coach of Australia’s national soccer team?
12. Charlie Rowbottom was drafted with the first pick in the 2021 AFLW Draft by what team?
6. Ash Barty crashed out of the Olympic women’s singles competition in which round?
13. What is the name of the new domestic cricket format launced this year in England?
7. Melbourne Park has been the home of the Australian Open tennis tournament since which year?
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9. What is the nickname of the Australian women’s water polo team?
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18. How many people in total are on the court in a netball match? 19. Which NRL coach recently signed a fiveyear contract extension with their team?
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20. Which Sydney Swans player had a one-match ban overturned in their Round 19 match against Fremantle?
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The Titans are eyeing a grand final win for this season. (Supplied)
finishing dead last the year before to the finals, we couldn’t get the choccies but we’ve got some great players.” The Titans went down 10-7 to the Springvale
Lions, who had lost only once on their journey to the crown. Robinson said the Titans are well poised to make their mark again this year, particularly if pitcher Connor Wilson keeps up his impressive form. “We really came off the success of Connor, he was our ace,” he said. “We also had strong defence from a good young side and good hitting, so it was all coming together.” Robinson said the success of the senior men’s side has created a buoyant atmosphere across the club. “I couldn’t be more excited with the playing group that we’ve got, also the level of excitement around the club from the junior side to having two women’s sides this year and three senior sides,” he said. “We’ve got a fantastic junior program with a
midweek T-ball comp, we’re obviously looking to capitalise on our success as a club last year.” While wary of being over-confident heading into the season, Robinson feels the groundwork has been laid for the club to be well in the mix of things come finals time. “I’m looking to build on the success of last year, to build on the success that [club president] Danny Haymes has set up, the work he has done at club level in building the foundation, I’m pretty lucky to be coming into that,” he said. “Unfortunately we couldn’t get the choccies in the grand final, but all the clubs know that we’re not the easybeats we used to be. “I don’t like to spend too long thinking about it, but I’d like to think we’re a big chance to get there that last weekend.” Benjamin Millar
Triple Eight lights up soggy Melton night
Melton’s Lachlan Walker sends the ball flying as Melton kicks away to its third successive win. (Damjan Janevski) 245808_04
Melton holds its ground By Benjamin Millar Melton racked up its third win on the trot to secure its hold on outright second place as teams returned to the field from a COVID-19 enforced break in the BFNL on Saturday. Round 11 was a welcome recommencement of play in the closely-fought football and netball competitions, securing the all-important integrity of the season by ensuring all teams have now played every other team at least once. Melton ran out winners over Bacchus Marsh 13.11 (89) - 8.15 (63) at Maddingley Oval to take its season to an impressive 8-2 record from 10 starts, behind only North Ballarat at 9-1. Bacchus Marsh sits at seventh as one of
five teams in the 11-team competition with five wins and five losses for the season, only percentages separating fourth place from eighth. In other matches, Sebastopol was far too strong for Melton South 24.21 (165) - 8.6 (54), North Ballarat kept Darley winless 14.14 (98) - 6.8 (44), Sunbury rolled over Lake Wendouree 13.17 (95) - 5.5 (35) and East Point trounced Redan 19.17 (131) - 7.10 (52). The final three rounds of the season are subject to a rejigged fixture forced by the second lockdown to hit the schedule. An updated fixture ensures the 2021 season has all clubs playing six home and six away games, with two byes. Round 12 this Saturday will see Ballarat v Redan at Alfredton Reserve, North Ballarat v
Sunbury at Mars Stadium and Sebastopol v Melton at Marty Busch Reserve, with byes for the remainder of the teams. Round 13 on August 14 will see Darley v Bacchus Marsh at Darley Park, Lake Wendouree v Ballarat at CE Brown Reserve, Melton South v Melton at Melton Recreation Reserve, North Ballarat v East Point at Mars Stadium and byes for Redan, Sebastopol and Sunbury. The final home-and-away clashes will be Round 14 on August 21, seeing Bacchus Marsh v Melton South at Maddingly Park, Lake Wendouree v Redan at CE Brown Reserve, Sebastopol v East Point at Marty Busch Reserve and Sunbury v Darley at Clarke Oval, with byes for Melton, Ballarat and North Ballarat.
Father Brian Glasheen was among the owners celebrating Triple Eight’s return to winning ways on Saturday night after the former Kiwi braved the wet and wild conditions to score at Tabcorp Park Melton. The horse’s first preparation in Australia finished on a sour note with disappointing runs in the Tasmania Cup and Warragul Pacing Bowl Cup during March and April, but he bounced back to his best with victory in the Become A VHRC Member Today Free For All. It was just the six-year-old’s second triumph in Australia since arriving here for February’s Hunter Cup. “There’s been a couple of little issues there that we’ve had to rectify,” driver Greg Sugars said. “He is a quality horse and to get him somewhere back on track to what he should be doing is very pleasing from our point of view.” Known affectionately as the ‘Pacing Priest’ for his work done within the harness racing industry, Father Glasheen holds a share in the gelding along with some close friends who purchased him recently from New Zealand. The horse has now won 14 of his 64 career starts for more than $330,000 in prizemoney, and looks set for a nice preparation this time in. “It’s exciting to get horses of this calibre that are well credentialed to lob at your doorstep, but then obviously there’s a certain amount of pressure to make sure you get the job done with them,” Sugars said. “It was a little up-and-down sort of start, but I’m really pleased to have him back on track. So hopefully that’s just the first of many (wins).” The rain poured during the VHRC/ Aldebaran Park Benefiting Our Members Winter Trotters Cup Final, but that didn’t stop trainer Brent Lilley scoring a Group 2 quinella after Kyvalley Chief tipped out stablemate Robbie Royale in a thrilling finish. The pair swooped from back in the field, with Sugars just doing enough to get his horse over the line for a third-straight victory. Tim O’Connor
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Gold Sweet Potatoes
299
199
Sky Papaya
/ea
Small Gala Apples
$
$
$
/kg
Imperial Mandarin
Avocado
Pineapples
$
/kg
/ea
Brush Potatoes
1
$
/kg
Lemon
199
$
/bag /bag
Broccoli
349
$
/kg
Kp Mango
799
$
10 kg Brown Onion
399
199
$
/kg
White Raddish
299
$
Lettuce
349 /ea
Pure Pomegranate Juice (1litre)
$
/kg
399 /ea
/ea /bag
Okra
999
$
/kg
$
299
/kg
Cauliflower
250
$
/ea
1 Litre Coconut Water
$
299 /ea
WOODLEA FRESH We are open from 7am to 9pm everyday Finest quality fruit and vegetables at competitive prices 2 Lim Way Aintree (at Woodlea Town Centre) | Follow us on 12503803-SG29-21
*Terms and Conditions* Offer whilst stock lasts.
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