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Seeds of change Photographs of seeds on contaminated soil are making a powerful statement on climate change. Altona Meadows artist Autumn Tansey is exhibiting her work, Saving for a Rainy Day, in Laverton’s Laneway Gallery. The exhibition looks at the humble seed as the essence of life. “The photographs are of different seeds, so I was really looking at seeds as a futuristic currency,” Tansey said. “It’s this futuristic idea but it’s also ‘now’ in terms of what we’re seeing with biodiversity loss around the world. Living in the west, in a very industrial area where there is a lot of contaminated environment.” Laneway Gallery is a series of four billboards and a projection site at the front and side laneways of the Woods Street Art Space. Tansey’s work will be exhibited until September 5.

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Rubbish collection divide By Goya Dmytryshchak A decision to return to weekly garbage collection dominated last week’s Hobsons Bay council meeting. Joint letters for and against changing from fortnightly back to weekly rubbish bin collection were tabled, and a number of questions from the public were asked. The council last year cut the weekly garbage collection to fortnightly and introduced a four-bin system to separate general waste, mixed recyclables, glass, and food and green waste. In June, a four-three councillor majority voted to reinstate the weekly garbage bin collection. At last week’s meeting, a joint letter on the council’s decision to reinstate weekly garbage collections, signed by nine people, requested that council share the results of the kerbside waste and recycling service review with the community.

Cr Peter Hemphill said the signatories were “worried about the switch sending us backwards as far as our environmental sustainability, and I also share their concerns”. A second joint letter, signed by 33 people, requested that council implement its resolution to reinstate weekly general waste collections as quickly as possible and provide communication about the implementation before the end of August. The letter also requested that council commit to gaining ISO 14001:2015 certification by the end of 2022. Deputy Mayor Daria Kellander the ISO 14001 was an internationally agreed standard “to assist companies in continually improving their environment and performance”. She told the meeting that the majority wanted a weekly garbage collection. “The greater part of a number of different questions’ [respondents in councils’ surveys] wanted weekly garbage,” Cr Kellander said. “The greater part of council, being four councillors out of seven, voted for in favour of

weekly garbage collection.” Cr Hempill disagreed. “I do have some difficulty with claims in there that the majority of residents want weekly general waste collection,” Cr Hemphill said. During public question time, Rowena Joske asked if the council’s survey responses indicated a majority of residents wanted weekly garbage collection. Mayor Jonathon Marsden responded that the survey asked two specific questions about frequency. He said one question asked which bin residents would choose to either increase the frequency or upsize, without considering costs, with the weekly service the most popular answer in both the random-sample, statistically-significant telephone survey and the opt-in online surveys. He said 35.1 per cent of random-sample and 37.8 per cent of opt-in survey respondents, respectively, preferred this option. “For the question of general frequency

preferences taking indicative costs into account, just over half, that is 52 per cent, of the random sample survey respondents preferred the current system of a small 120-litre general rubbish bin collected fortnightly,” Cr Marsden said “One fifth, that is just a bit more than 20 per cent, preferred a large bin collected fortnightly and 14.4 preferred a small bin collected weekly. “In the opt-in online survey, the largest number of respondents also preferred the current system: 34.4 per cent.” Cr Marsden said 11.6 per cent of the opt-in survey respondents preferred a weekly service at a cost of $40 to $45. “A third question related to satisfaction with the current frequency, and for this 30 per cent of the random-sample survey respondents were dissatisfied with the fortnightly service and 50 per cent of the opt-in online survey’s respondents were dissatisfied with the fortnightly service,” he said.

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COVID sites grow as tests urged By Goya Dmytryshchak Local bus routes, supermarkets and a school have been added to the growing list of COVID-19 exposure sites as Melbourne’s sixth lockdown was extended and a curfew introduced. Twenty four local cases were recorded on Tuesday, 21 linked to known outbreaks including three linked to Newport. Fourteen cases were in isolation while infectious. There are 227 active cases statewide. The city will be in lockdown until at least

11.59pm on Thursday, September 2 and there is a 9pm-5am curfew. Playgrounds, skate parks and outdoor exercise equipment are closed and authorised workers require permits as of 11.59pm Tuesday. Premier Daniel Andrews urged Victorians to get tested. “Getting vaccinated will be our way out of this in the long term,” he said. “Getting tested as soon as you register symptoms is our way of getting out of this in the short term.” Western Autistic School at Laverton was

closed after a COVID-19 case was linked to the bus service it uses. A letter to parents and carers last Thursday stated all close contacts from the school who were on the bus with the infectious person had been tested and were in quarantine for 14 days. “The school is advised to remain closed on Friday, 13 August 2021 until all those who have been tested return negative results and we are sure there is no transmission within the school community,” it states. Bus 412 from West Footscray Station/ Sunshine Road (West Footscray) to Berkeley Crescent/Millers Road (Altona North) and

Bus 411 Douglas Street/Millers Road (Altona North) to West Footscray Station/Princes Highway Service Road (West Footscray) were added to the exposure list last week. Also added were Woolworths at Borrack Square in Altona North, Coles Footscray on the corner of Albert and Paisley streets, Chemist Warehouse Footscray at 190 Barkly Street, Stella Pizza Altona, The Future Shop in Altona North, Rebel Sport at Highpoint Shopping Centre, TyrePlus Newport and Gelateria Williamstown. Testing sites: www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ where-get-tested-covid-19

A Soul House lotta love A program full of soul has received Maribyrnong council funding to support socially isolated members of the community. The Soul House program based at West Footscray Neighbourhood House secured $25,000 to cater for growing needs. “Over the past six years, this program has been run every Thursday at the house, offering hospitality and conversation,” a budget submission to council stated. “Many of our community members regularly attend each week as this is the only opportunity for them to engage with others in a comfortable and inclusive environment. “Some participants have gone on to volunteer at West Footscray Neighbourhood House’s other programs, highlighting the success of the program in promoting community inclusion.” Last year, the Soul House program spread offsite, delivering 1800 food parcels to more

than 50 households. “Each visit included social contact and an assessment of other needs, which often resulted in additional support,” the submission states. “The number of participants grew through the year and many newcomers have joined us as we’ve returned to face-to-face. “Due to the success of the program, we are looking at diversifying the program to incorporate more recreational outings, formal shared meals and structured activities across the week, such as bingo, board games or crafts. “With so much change in people’s lives and increased isolation over the past year, this program is more important than ever to reinvigorate community connection and engagement.” Goya Dmytryshchak

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Road Management Plan Review The Proposed Financial Plan is a 10-year document which supports the community’s vision as outlined in the draft Council Plan 2021-25 and the Budget 2021-22.

In accordance with section 54 (5) of the Road Management Act 2004 (the “Act”) and the Road Management (General) Regulations 2016 (the “Regulations”), Maribyrnong City Council (the “Council”) gives notice that at its Meeting on 15 June 2021, the review process has been conducted and completed. Pursuant to a decision made by the authorised delegate of Council to commence the statutory review process, such consultation and engagement (including with internal Council departments and external stakeholders) as was considered necessary to effectively conduct the review was commenced. Following the review, it has been found and concluded that the current road management plan of Council is a satisfactory document for Council to rely upon in the continuing performance of its road management functions.

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• the standards in relation to, and the priorities to be given to, the inspection, maintenance and repair of the roads and classes of road to which the current road management plan are both reasonable and appropriate; and • the standards, in the form of Council’s inspection frequency, intervention requirements and response times, are considered reasonable having regard to the appropriate policy and budgetary settings in which the plan is to be considered.

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A copy of Council’s reviewed Road Management Plan and related Council report can be viewed on Council’s website and in the Council Meeting 15 June 2021 Minutes, respectively, or may be inspected at the Maribyrnong City Council, Council Office at Corner of Napier and Hyde Streets, Footscray, VIC 3011. Any person requiring further information concerning the review of Council’s Road Management Plan should, in the first instance, contact Indivar Dhakal, Manager Assets and Capital, phone 03 9032 4021, email Indivar.Dhakal@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au.

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By Maribyrnong Cr Jorge Jorquera Maribyrnong City Council is asking the community to be part of a ‘new’ campaign to call out racism as part of an ongoing commitment to reducing racist attitudes within our city and beyond. The campaign, based on a Sydney model, uses ‘street signs’ to send a strong message that racism is NOT welcome. While these sign will be a tangible symbol demonstrating solidarity as a community, it is the actions we, as a community, collectively take – to champion the rights of cultural expression, maintain community language, community organisation and global citizenry – that will truly demonstrate meaningful cultural diversity. There are two current initiatives in this regard which I urge our community to support. One is the advocacy by VietSpeak, working with university partners, to establish a Vietnamese-English bilingual program in an early childhood setting. For a community that has given so much to the west, supporting the multigenerational survival of the Vietnamese language is the least we can do. The second is the work by Africause to establish a youth sports and activity hub, where young people from culturally diverse backgrounds can come together to participate in sport and other social, educational and community building activities. The Africause Hub aims to support young people with mentorships, training, referral services and education support. It would also provide increasingly needed social supports for young people who often lack a sense of belonging, safety and community inclusion. As we are now seeing in the case of Sydney’s COVID lockdown, migrant communities can easily be blamed for community frustrations

Defect notices issued More than 50 car defect notices have been issued as part of the statewide Operation Achilles. North West Metro Region police last week inspected impounded vehicles that were due to be released to their owners and issued defect notices for 54 cars.

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and hardship. The #racismNOTwelcome campaign is all about rejecting such scapegoating and working to support communities who, for reasons of economic insecurity and social exclusion, are some of the hardest hit by the pandemic. I hope to soon see these signs all around Maribyrnong – near schools and libraries, at parks, in main shopping and dining areas! Most importantly, I hope to see the spirit of solidarity and anti-racism of the west out on show, supporting the communities working to make our city a truly multicultural hub.

Police have charged two youths with a carjacking in Westmeadows on Thursday. Three youths booked a ride-share vehicle from Tullamarine to Westmeadows about 12.45am. The driver pulled over in Ripplebrook Drive to let the occupants out and was assaulted. An Airport West boy, 15, and Gladstone Park boy, 16, have been charged. A third suspect, believed to have left the vehicle in Maribyrnong, is sought by police. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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By Goya Dmytryshchak The Department of Defence will install signs warning people not to eat fish or eels caught in the Skeleton Creek lower catchment due to contamination. As reported by Star Weekly in November, Defence confirmed off-site contamination from chemicals found in firefighting foams used on the RAAF Base Williams at Laverton. This included contamination in groundwater, world-listed Cheetham Wetlands and waterways discharging into Port Phillip Bay. Defence started using foams containing per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the 1970s for fighting high-intensity liquid fuel fires. In 2003, the National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme recommended its use be restricted and, in 2004, Defence started phasing out its use. The RAAF Williams (Laverton) Environmental Investigation Project Team has written to residents advising that data from a risk assessment, including results of fish sampling, had been reviewed by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA). “Based on the fish sampling results, EPA Victoria has released consumption advice for fish caught in Skeleton Creek,” the letter states. “The consumption advice states ‘do not eat fish or eels caught from Skeleton Creek to the south of the Princes Freeway (M1) in Point Cook, Seabrook and Altona Meadows to the bridge to Altona Meadows’.” Friends of Skeleton Creek secretary Denice Perryman said there were a number of sites where she had seen people fishing in PFAS-contaminated water. “It’s dreadful that it’s happened but it’s happened at places all over Australia,” she said.

Denice Perryman at Skeleton Creek in Altona Meadows.

“I feel that it’s been investigated well but, of course, I’m devastated to think that that’s flowing into the creek and affecting the animals and the plants that are living in the creek.”

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Defence is now working with state government agencies to finalise its Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment and PFAS Management Area Plan reports.

Under-40s will now be able to get the AstraZeneca vaccination at state-run clinics in the west. Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Friday that the state government will expand the roll-out of access to the AstraZeneca vaccine for under-40s to all state run clinics. “We’ve seen young Victorians turn out in their thousands with AstraZeneca now available for 18 to 39-year-olds in state vaccination hubs – we need Victorians of all ages to mirror that enthusiasm and get vaccinated as soon as they can,” Mr Andrews said. “The Victorian government is significantly expanding access to the vaccine for this age group across all of our AstraZeneca state vaccination centres, and capacity is being scaled up across the state-run system with more drive-through and mobile clinics. “The aim is to administer one million doses in the next five weeks.” A Department of Health spokesperson said the department was working with councils, health services and community organisations in the western suburbs to ensure every eligible Victorian who wants a vaccine will be able to get one. Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik said the council was working with the department to establish additional vaccination sites across the municipality for eligible people.

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A drive-through COVID-19 testing site has been established in the carpark of BayFit Leisure Centre in Altona North.

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Help for those isolating By Goya Dmytryshchak Hobsons Bay council has emphasised its support for people isolating due to COVID-19 exposure, as Victoria lockdown is extended until at September 2. Hobsons Bay’s sustainable communities director Penelope Winslade told last Tuesday’s council meeting there were about 1600 contacts in isolation in the municipality. “As at this morning’s report, we had about 900 people who had had tier one contacts and 700 tier two, roughly, in Hobsons Bay,” she said. “In relation to the outbreak, we’re working very closely with the state government to help

them, for example, access facilities. “All the parts of council helped to get a testing site up and running … [at BayFit Leisure Centre in Altona North] to be able to run a rapid testing service. “We’re also working with local GPs to help get the message out about the services that are available. “We offer a service called the Community Connector if they’re needing help when they’re in isolation or quarantine, whether it’s help with shopping, help getting medicine, help getting library books, help getting access to services that council might not offer but we can help people navigate to them – whether

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it’s counselling or emergency food relief and those sorts of things.” The Community Connector program has trained council staff helping people access food hampers, pet food, medication, nappies, cleaning supplies, masks, social activities, employment, training, culturally and linguistically diverse services, counselling, mental health and domestic violence support, and aged care and family services. Volunteering and donation opportunities are available. Contact the program at communityconnector@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au or 1300 179 944.

With a continuous need for blood donations, the Australian Red Cross is reminding people that donating blood is among the reasons people can leave home during lockdown. Blood and plasma donations are classified as an essential service and are exempt from all travel restrictions and stay at home orders. Australian Red Cross Lifeblood spokesperson Erin Lagoudakis said the organisation needed donations more than ever. “Lockdowns don’t stop the need for blood - there are patients in hospital who need blood and are relying on people to donate,” she said. “Immediately following Victoria’s previous lockdown announcement, Lifeblood saw more than 45 per cent of Victorian donation bookings cancelled, so we take this opportunity to remind donors they are essential. “Our donor centres remain places of wellness, and we need your help to keep Australia’s lifeblood flowing.” Ms Lagoudakis said the Red Cross took additional measures to ensure the safety of blood donors, including masks for staff and donors, wellness checks, increased cleaning, restriction of non-donating visitors at the centre and implementing social distancing where possible. “Those who are feeling well, not waiting on test results or required to isolate are encouraged to donate,” Ms Lagoudakis said. Bookings: lifeblood.com.au or 13 14 95.

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Ambulance times missing target By Goya Dmytryshchak About one in four criticial patients in Hobsons Bay and one in five in Maribyrnong are not getting an ambulance on time, the Victorian Ambulance Union says. Response times for the most serious medical cases were released last week by Ambulance Victoria. Its target is to respond to code one cases within 15 minutes for 90 per cent of incidents. There were 1130 code one responses in Hobsons Bay in the three months to the end of June, with 76.9 per cent achieved inside the 15-minute benchmark. The average wait time was 12 minutes and

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50 seconds. Maribyrnong’s average response time for 1011 code one call-outs was 12 minutes and nine seconds, with ambulances achieving the 15-minute benchmark 81.6 per cent of the time. Union secretary Danny Hill said time was critical for code one patient. “If we don’t get to those patients in time then it could be a matter of life and death, and that’s not an exaggeration,” he said. “Those targets are set for a reason: to try to get to those patients so we can deliver the best possible care. “Unfortunately, given how busy it is, how much demand is on the system, they are

struggling to get to those cases on time.” A Department of Health spokesperson said the state government was spending $759 million across emergency departments, hospitals and ambulance services, including $266 million on additional triage services and non-emergency patient transfers. Ambulance Victoria metro regional director Michael Georgiou said the entire healthcare system was dealing “with an extraordinary workload, which is also being experienced by crews right across the state”. Ambulance waiting times have increased. (Joe Mastroianni). 245951_03

A giant redback spider puppet has been photographed descending from the ceiling at Seaworks in Williamstown. Seaworks chief executive Glenn Jones posted the photo of the puppet, created by A Blanck Canvas, to social media to lift people’s spirits amid lockdown. “There’s been a lot of cobwebs around lately,” he joked. “Everything is being postpone or rescheduled, so it’s quite an interesting juggling act that we have to do. “It’s quite handy that I have a lot of circus people based at Seaworks because I learn a lot from them and I’m thinking about joining the circus, myself, because I’m getting very good at juggling. “Things haven’t been great and I think everyone just needs a laugh now and then.” The spider was among a collection of giant roving bugs commissioned by Melbourne Museum. Goya Dmytryshchak

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Open day goes virtual By Goya Dmytryshchak Victoria University (VU) is hosting its second Virtual Open Day, giving prospective students from everywhere the chance to explore their futures in 360 degrees. The university and VU Polytechnic have produced interactive 360-degree videos showcasing hundreds of courses and career paths. Virtual visitors can take part in immersive tours of VU’s state-of-the-art simulation labs and workspaces. More than 250 staff and current students will be online for live chats to talk about campus life and study pathways. VU’s future students director Alex Sims

said the day was for school-leavers, parents, teachers, postgraduate students and those looking for new careers. “Any open day is an important event for Victoria University but given the current restrictions it’s never been more crucial to give prospective students, parents or anyone looking for a career change, a fantastic virtual experience,” she said. “We’re looking forward to sharing the latest on our award-winning block model, our wide range of vocational and higher education courses and our outstanding facilities through our 360-degree virtual tours and more.” Prospective students can learn about VU Polytechnic’s flexible blended learning model

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and free TAFE courses for new careers or upskilling. The open day will have information on the VU Guaranteed program, which offers year 11 and 12 students a guaranteed place at VU or VU Polytechnic. Throughout the day, prospective students can watch video panels with professionals offering practical advice. Open day guests will get a first look at VU City Tower in the centre of Melbourne’s historic legal district. It will be Australia’s tallest vertical campus and is set to open next January 2022. The open day is on Saturday, August 21, from noon–6pm. Register at vu.edu.au/open-day-2021

Community members are being invited to have their say on designs for three Laverton park upgrades. As part of the Love Laverton Parks project, Hobsons Bay council is improving Henderson Street Reserve, Bladin Street Reserve and Cropley Crescent Reserve. Five other Laverton parks have been earmarked for future upgrades: Frank Gibson Reserve, Dick Murdoch Reserve, Whittaker Avenue Reserve, Beverly Anton Reserve and Bruce Street Reserve The three current upgrades are being fast-tracked to happen simultaneously and create spaces for all ages and abilities. The council plans to upgrade existing facilities, add new landscaping and improve pedestrian and cycling connections. Wetlands Ward councillor Diana Grima urged people to have their say. “Safe and inviting neighbourhood parks are essential to the wellbeing of a community,” she said. Residents and park users can view the concept plans and have their say before Wednesday, August 25 at participate.hobsonsbay.v ic.gov.au/ lovelavertonparks. A draft master plan for McCormack Park is out for separate consultation until Sunday, August 22 at participate. hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/mccormack. A program to provide safe links for pedestrians and cyclists in Maher Road and Railway Avenue is out for public feedback until Sunday, August 29 at participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/ connecting-laverton.

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Ambulances forced to divert By Tara Murray COVID-related staff shortages resulted in ambulances being diverted away from two Western Health hospitals for a number of days last week. Western Health chief executive Russell Harrison confirmed last Wednesday that ambulances were being diverted away from Sunshine and Footscray hospitals for “approximately 24 hours.“ There is a possibility that could be extended. Both hospitals still accepted emergency department presentations during that time. Mr Harrison said the decision was supported by Ambulance Victoria and the

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Department of Health. “As a result of high numbers of community exposure sites across the region where a large

number of our staff live, there are now more than 280 staff furloughed across the hospitals and services we run,” he said. “About 50 of those staff are furloughed due to the exposure sites within the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s at Sunshine Hospital. “Western Health is working to minimise the impact on patients with the support of other hospitals and health services across the metropolitan network.” Ambulance Victoria union secretary Danny Hill said while it was the right decision, it put pressure on other nearby hospitals. “They don’t have enough staff,” he said. “It overwhelms other hospitals and sends

more people to other hospitals like Werribee. “It leads to ramping and delays in attending other cases.” Mr Hill said there needs to be reserve staff to fill shifts, but with many hospitals already having a shortage of staff, it makes it hard to fill shifts. “We have to protect healthcare workers,” he said. “This is what happens when [COVID-19] gets into a hospital. This is why it is so important for everyone to get vaccinated.“ Western Health has also temporarily paused walk-in vaccinations at Sunshine Hospital due to the high number of exposure sites in the west.

Westbourne Grammar School student Ava Hatzopoulos with some of the prizes for the trivia and auction. (Supplied)

Trivia for charity Students from Westbourne Grammar School will host an online trivia and auction night this week to raise funds for a good cause. Prefects from the Truganina college have organised the event for Friday, August 20 between 7-8.30pm, with members of the public welcome to join in. House captain Tolu Akinbiyi said she and her fellow students wanted to raise money for an educational residence located in Siem Reap, Cambodia, called Kampuchea House, which provides safe housing, meals and lessons to seriously disadvantaged children in the area. “It is a bit like a school/orphanage for kids there,” Tolu said. “Due to COVID, it’s been really tough for them as the local economy is heavily dependent on tourism. “We are holding a trivia and auction night where we will be playing a trivia game with prizes, as well as auctioning off items donated by local Aussie businesses. “All of the proceeds of this event are going to Kampuchea House.” Westbourne students have been raising funds for Kampuchea House for the past 12 years. Traditionally, the trivia night and fundraiser is held in person, but the pandemic means it has to be held online this year. Tickets to the Westbourne Grammar School Prefects’ Virtual Trivia and Auction Night Friday cost $25 per household. Families can be represented by one or more team members. A link to join the Zoom event will be sent to participants upon successful registration. Keep your confirmation email handy to access the link on the event evening. See: trybooking.com/BTBTK to buy a ticket to the event.

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Ferguson street closed Ferguson Street will be closed at the North Williamstown level crossing for up to six weeks from last Sunday. The state government announced the closure on Friday, as work begins on removing the level crossing by lowering the rail line under the road. Buses will replace trains on the Williamstown Line between Newport and Williamstown from 8.30pm on Friday, August 20 until the last train on Friday, November 12. Changes have been made to bus routes 472 from Williamstown to Moonee Ponds via Footscray and 415 from Laverton Station to Williamstown via Altona. Vehicle detours will be in place via Victoria Street, Osborne Street, Giffard Street and Melbourne Road. Real-time traffic conditions will be available at traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au or via the VicTraffic mobile app. Pedestrian access will be maintained during works. The level crossing will be removed ahead of schedule by the end of the year. The project will include a new North Williamstown station with lowered platforms, plaza areas and landscaping. More than 110 trains and 25,000 vehicles pass through the crossing each week day, according to government figures. Public transport users and drivers can find out if they are affected by the works at bigbuild.vic.gov.au

An artist image of Altona North Pump Park. (Supplied)

BMX pump park petition By Goya Dmytryshchak More than 600 people have signed a petition calling for an Altona North pump park. The petition, started by Better West, calls on Hobsons Bay council to develop pump tracks, informal BMX tracks and gravel circuits in the suburb. It states that Hobsons Bay’s mayoral focus report includes “scope for developing pump tracks, informal BMX tracks and gravel circuits in suitable locations to cater for children and young people in order to meet community demand for safe off-road riding”. “In Altona North, there is a lack of informal recreational space for children and teenagers,”

the petition states. “This leads to our roads being used inappropriately and unsafely for fun. “We think there are many sites that, with investigation and involvement from the local community, could be suitable for these facilities.” Proposed sites include the hilled area next to the Paisley Park playground, Crofts Reserve and reserves along Kororoit Creek. The petition was tabled at last week’s council meeting. Cr Peter Hempill told the meeting the petitioners’ request was not unreasonable. “This petition has come about because of hooning of cars and a lot of other antisocial

behaviour in the Altona North area,” he said. “I guess when you look at some of the things that they are requesting – BMX tracks and gravel circuits, there was also a suggestion of climbing walls and other recreational facilities – I don’t think that they are unreasonable. “Indeed, I would probably suggest, after the Tokyo Olympics there’s probably a lot of interest in BMX activities. “We can expect there’ll be a lot of escalation in those sports facilities right round Australia and we would be no different in expecting that as well, that is, the demand for those sorts of facilities.”

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MY PLACE Newport resident and music legend Bobby Bright is one half of ’60s and ’70s beat pop duo Bobby and Laurie. He speaks with Goya Dmytryshchak.

In the 47 years you’ve lived in Hobsons Bay, what are some of the biggest changes you’ve seen? All the building along the Strand and the view across to Webb Dock. The price of buying a home. I lived in Osborne Street when house prices there went from around $300,000 to $1,000,000 in a very short period. The influx of younger families. There was a time when you couldn’t buy black olives and artichoke hearts and many other delicious foods. Also, the number of cafes where you can get a good coffee. What do you like about Newport? From Newport I can be almost anywhere in 30 minutes – the airport, city or Brighton, for instance. What would you change or what could be improved? Not much. It’s got everything I need and no tourists. What are some of your favourite places around Newport, particularly during the lockdowns? During lockdown, it’s been my little home studio and the park down the end of my street. Also the deli in Second Avenue.

What’s your favourite local cafe or restaurant in the area? Motorino in Vernon Street, South Kingsville. Never had a bad meal there and the staff are friendly and attentive. You’ve had an amazing career. What are some of your fondest memories? Performing at the Myer Music Bowl with Laurie Allen to 70,000 people. Playing the doctor in the rock opera Tommy, also at the Myer Music Bowl. Having our (Bobby and Laurie) first record, I Belong with You, go to No. 1 on the charts. Similarly with Hitch Hiker. What do you get up to these days? I do the occasional voice-over and I still write songs. What are some of the voice-overs you’ve done? In the ’70s, there was nothing I didn’t do ads for: Qantas, BHP, Myer, Holden, Ford, pretty much anything that needed voicing. In the ’80s, I was the voice of Bunnings for about 10 years. These days it seems I’m the voice of older people and I do mainly ads for old folks homes. (Damjan Janevski) 242935_04

What’s your connection to the city of Hobsons Bay? I came to live in Williamstown back in 1972 to escape inner-city madness. The view from Gem Pier convinced me I had found the right spot. Since then I’ve moved around the area a quite bit until finally settling in Newport.

What type of music do you like listening to? I really like reggae and I still like exploring for new music in any genre, as long as it is not rap. What’s something people would be surprised to know about you? I love listening to Agatha Christie novels on audiobooks. It beats television for me.

Mealtime fun for zoo’s giraffes Giraffes tuck in to fascinating new treats made to cater for their super quirky needs.

Mealtime has never been so much fun for the giraffes at Werribee Open Range Zoo, with some clever keepers channelling their inner Masterchef to create new ‘tongue-twisting’ treats – all aimed at keeping the gentle giants active and healthy. The quirky treats encourage the giraffes to ignore common table manners and spend mealtime playing with their food, which helps mimic their natural wild foraging behaviours. Werribee Open Range Zoo savannah keeper Laura Harbridge said some of the fun-filled meals include ‘ice block ‘mushrooms’ with molasses and lucerne chaff, ‘melon mines’ and ‘pumpkin bombs’. “In the wild, a giraffe’s meal can be slippery, spikey or just plain hard to reach, leading the towering critters to forage for some 13 hours-a-day,” Ms Harbridge said. “We want to create an environment that encourages their healthy, natural behaviours. So these challenging treats are designed to keep the giraffes engaged with their food for longer.” The all-natural foods – which also include watermelon, beetroot, carrot and pumpkin ice blocks – are hung from various heights upon a tree in the middle of the Zoo’s Savannah to challenge the giraffes physically and mentally. “Our five giraffes have plenty of space to roam here, which is a major benefit of the

A curious giraffe at Werribee Open Range Zoo. (Supplied/Zoos Victoria)

savannah habitat,” Ms Harbridge said. “We set up their favourite feeding tree and can see them exercising the natural dexterity of their prehensile tongues and lips, which is fantastic.” Giraffe tongues are blue thanks to a concentration of melanin, which provides

extra protection against sunburn, can measure up to 50 centimetres long and are used to grasp branches and strip leaves. Their lips also have the ability to curl around to help seize browse and greenery. Giraffes are native to Africa and are classified as vulnerable in the wild. Their wild

population of 68,000 in decline, with habitat destruction and illegal poaching threatening the species. Visitors to Werribee Open Range Zoo are able to see the giraffes while on one of the savannah bus tours, which run throughout the day and are included in entry.

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BEHIND THE NEWS STARWEEKLY.COM.AU The home office is making a comeback. (iStock)

Pandemic house design rethink Homebuyers are prioritising amenity and comfort as families spend more time at home. Alesha Capone finds out how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered design trends for new homes. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to different design trends emerging as priorities for many who are buying and building a new home. Since March last year, developers have noticed people are looking for ways to maximise amenity and comfort as they spend more time at home, particularly during traditional working and schooling hours. Peet Limited chief executive and managing director Brendan Gore said the company was seeing requests made to its builders “to ensure homes become a workplace, an escape and a spacious family-friendly zone”. He said the houses at Peet’s newest display village in Newhaven, Tarneit, have been built to reflect this vision. Representatives from two building companies with homes in the display village – Langdon Building and Simonds Group – said they have seen a rise in requests for more space in new residences to cater for families. Simonds Homes national design manager Dave Clynk said interest in play areas and separate areas for parents and children has grown. “Growing families are looking for more private spaces for family connection,” he said. “The need for an indoor-outdoor connection, where the internal living areas blend seamlessly with the outdoors, has also never been more popular.” Langdon sales manager Tamara Chan said homes with parent, child and family zones were popular. “Older kids and teenagers often retreat to their bedrooms, so having separate space for gaming, theatre, or streaming entertainment comes in handy,” she said. “Over the past month I’ve also seen increased inquiries for large single-storey and small lot double-storey homes, showing the need for space, and a home that has separate breakout areas.” Another noticeable trend since the pandemic began is an increase in buyers looking for two master bedrooms, as opposed

Above: An artist’s impression of a Cayenne design from Simonds Homes. Right: Homes with an indoor-outdoor connection are popular, such as this Herberton design from Simonds’ range; A SOHO Living townhouse bedroom. (Picturse: Supplied)

to the traditional single master bedroom. “The need for a guest bedroom with an ensuite has largely stemmed from the rise of multiple generations of family members living under the same roof,” Mr Clynk said. He said many families were looking for home offices to be incorporated into their future houses. Burbank’s head of research and design, Damjan Jeremic, said the home office “is making a comeback”. “What we found pre-COVID, for a lot of customers with smaller homes, they did not want a dedicated study space – we could always provide study nooks as an option,” Mr Jeremic said. However, he said studies with a doorway entry were now incredibly popular with people

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who worked from home and needed to be able to take work calls or engage in online video meetings, away from the noise generated by the rest of their household. “Definitely since the pandemic, we have found a lot of people want a study with a door that can shut,” he said. Mr Jeremic said a “study nook space” incorporated into a kitchen or family living area, which could cater as a work area or a spot for home-schooling, was another popular option. He said Burbank was now offering inbuilt desks for study nooks, allowing homebuyers to select a surface that matches the laminate on their kitchen benches. When it comes to smaller properties, AVID Property Group said there was still a strong

demand for townhomes in Victoria, often for first home buyers wanting to get their foot on the property ladder. AVID general manager Victoria, Peter Vlitas, said that during the past 12 months, the company has launched 10 individual townhome projects on the Melbourne market, the majority of which sold out within the first week. “One of the reasons we’re finding townhomes are becoming so popular is that there’s no backyard to maintain,” Mr Vlitas said. “Our landscaped parks, walking tracks and recreational facilities within the master planned community offer such a high-quality outdoor environment and essentially replaces the conventional backyard.”

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MS volunteers The Multiple Sclerosis Community Visitors Scheme is seeking female Maltese and Italian volunteers to make a weekly visit to aged care residents in Altona Meadows and Point Cook. ■ Sue, 9845 2744 or volunteer@ms.org.au

Bridge lessons Williamstown Bridge Club is offering lessons in learning to play bridge from September 3. Lessons are on Fridays from 10am-12.45pm at Hobsons Bay Sport and Game Fishing Club, 17 Altona Road, Altona. First two lessons free. For those wishing to continue for a further six weeks, the cost is $80 and includes a workbook. ■ Serita, 0410 599 323 or seritamudford@hotmail.com

Mouth organ band Lockdown exhibition

The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. Great music, friendly atmosphere. New members, players or beginners welcome. ■ Heather, 9399 2190 or ymob1933@yahoo.com.au

Additional needs support

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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 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

wishing to improve your conversation skills? The Altona Conservation Class can help. The group meets Mondays during the school term, 1-3pm. Sessions are free. ■ Joe, 0431 915 970, or Jill, 0439 994 705

Diabetes support group

Laverton Community Choir

The Westgate diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Altona Bowling Club at 10am. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996

All welcome for a friendly singing get-together, suitable for all ages and abilities on Thursday nights from 7pm during school term at the Laverton P-12 College, 91 Bladin Street, Laverton. ■ Ada, 0419 116 013

Free computer workshops Williamstown Community and Education Centre is running free computer workshops on how to use Zoom (September 7), internet banking (October 6) and setting up a MyGov account (November 7). Workshops are at Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown. ■ Renee, 9397 6168

Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand meets at Customs House Hotel, 161 Nelson Place, Williamstown, on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 6pm for a 6.30pm dinner meeting. Visitors welcome. ■ Pam, 0418 347 691or rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com

Do you play trumpet, flute or lower brass instruments? The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join the community band. Rehearsals are held every Monday evening from 7.30pm at Newport Lakes Primary School, Elizabeth Street, Newport. ■ Roger Lewis, hbcityband@gmail.com

Deer Park probus

Altona North combined probus

Knitting and crochet group

The Altona North combined probus club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Altona Sports Club. Includes a speaker, organised trips and outings, and a friendly atmosphere. ■ Lesley, 9369 1785

A keen knitter and want to find some people to knit with? This is the group for you. The social group meets on Tuesdays between 10am and 12pm at the Keilor Community Hub. The group will run until September 14. ■ keilorcp@brimbank.vic.gov.au

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 are welcome. ■ Don, 0409 191 580

Women’s choir

Friendship Group Altona Day View Club (Voice Interest Education of Women) meets at 11am on the third Wednesday of the month at Altona RSL. ■ Janet, 9394 6522 or 0412 010 176

Conversation class Is English your second language and

Sewing group

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

The Sunbury Neighborhood House Social Sewing Group meets on the first Saturday of each month to chat, share ideas and sew. Beginners through experienced welcome. Sunbury Neighbourhood House, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury 12.30-3.30pm.

Garden club Zonta club meets The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420

Rotary club

Hobsons Bay band

The Willin Wimmin choir meets Wednesdays during school terms at Church of Christ hall, corner John Street and Douglas Parade, Williamstown, from 7.30-9.30pm. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music. ■ willin.wimmin@gmail.com

Melton South Knit & Natter

Webinars Brimbank and Melton councils along with the Department of Education and Training are running a range of workability webinars. The webinars are to help young people learn about local services which support young people with diverse-abilities to develop skills for employment. The webinars start on August 18 and run through to September 15. ■ https://workabilitylive.eventbrite.com.au/

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

The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which starts at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663

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

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 $50.00/$30.00 concession. ■ 9747 8576

Mahjong group Interested in learning to play Mahjong? U3A Melton has a group who play on Tuesdays at 10am. ■ https://u3amelton.com or 0419 563 016

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

Melton Probus Club 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

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 If you’re over 55 years of age and would like to meet new people, come along. ■ Frank, 0423 392 884

Dads’ playgroup Tarneit Community Learning Centre hosts a dads’ playgroup every week on Thursdays. 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.

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PUZZLES No. 042

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Tucson fits the family SUV bill By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring The best family car, I’ve always said, would be a sporty two-seater that won’t take unruly kids or a slavering pet dog. I jest. But seriously, when it comes to sports utility vehicles, a mid-size five-seater (not seven seats), like the Hyundai Tucson, fits the average family bill. It will take up to five in comfort, plus the family Fido, and a fair amount of kit at the same time. Best of all, lurking under a flat cargo floor, the latest model has a full-size spare, so any encounter, on or off road, with a puncture avoids any cosmic crisis involving a temporary wheel, run-flat tyre or inflation kit. The Tucson range has been simplified for model year 22, with three variants – Tucson, Tucson Elite and Tucson Highlander – on offer, with three new Smartstream powertrains, including 2.0-litre petrol, 1.6-litre turbo-petrol and 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engines. The Tucson surely misses its way with the maker’s tag of ‘Tomorrow’s car today’. Electrification, we are sure, will be the way of the automotive world, including the SUV segment, in the future. The latest Tucson, with no EV or even hybrid model, is literally powerless against rivals such as Nissan X-Trail, Mitsubishi Outlander, Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester on the horizon or here already. Hyundai touts futuristic styling, segment leading technology, including the most safety tech in class, and an across-the-board optional N Line package, the latter introducing sporty 19-inch alloy wheels, LED front and rear lighting and 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster and leather and suede upholstery. On test was a Tucson Elite 2.0 MPi six-speed automatic with front wheel drive, which sells for $39,000, plus on-road costs. An N Line Pack adds $2000 to the Elite price, premium paint $595.

between front passengers or the interior in the event of a side impact. The latest Smartsense suite features segment debutants blind-spot collision avoidance assist, blind spot view monitor and remote parking assist, while new for Tucson are surround view monitor, parking collision avoidance assist, lane follow assist, intelligent speed limit assist multi-collision braking and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance.

lightweight about the looks. It’s all bold curves and geometric shapes in metal or metallic-look materials. A jazzy radiator grille is flanked by a distinctive lighting set-up, which sets the story for a futuristic profile with a dominant Z-shaped graphic, fulsome wheel arches and side garnish, plus integrated contrasting black roof rails. A broad back, with wide-set lighting, incorporates a new glass-type Hyundai ‘H’ emblem.

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The fourth-generation Tucson is bigger than before, with long bonnet and shorter overhangs on an extended wheelbase, which translates to more space in the cabin. The surroundings are generally down-to-earth and even on the bland side. However, there is much to praise, including bridge-style centre console, classy leather upholstery, heated front seats and electrically adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone air-conditioning, smart key and push-button engine start / stop.

Infotainment There’s little of the Marvel-style comic-book exterior carried over inside. While there’s room for the latest in automotive technology, with 10.5-inch LCD digital instrument cluster and 10.25-inch touch multimedia display. The latter is situated on the top of the dashboard to provide excellent line of sight navigation, audio and other info for the driver and front seat passenger. Users have the option of wide-screen or split-screen view of map or navigation and audio. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connectivity is transposed from handsets to the in-dash multimedia touchscreen. Wireless phone charging is available across the Tucson range.

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Hyundai Tucson 2.0 MPi FWD $34,500 Hyundai Tucson Elite 2.0 MPi FWD $39,000 Hyundai Tucson Highlander 2.0 MPi FWD $46,000 Hyundai Tucson Elite 1.6 T-DGi AWD $43,000 Hyundai Tucson Highlander 1.6 T-DGi AWD $50,000 Hyundai Tucson Elite 2.0 CRDi AWD $45,000 Hyundai Tucson Highlander 2.0 CRDi AWD $52,000

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

front-wheel drive and six-speed automatic transmission – one of three powertrains on offer across the new Tucson range.

Safety Like all new Tucsons, the Elite takes advantage of the latest version of Hyundai’s Smartsense driver assistance and advanced safety systems, some making their segment debut here. Passive safety is taken care of by a Hyundai-first seven airbags, including front, side, curtain and front-centre. The last is mounted in the left of the driver’s seat backrest and stops serious injuries

Unlike most Hyundais, the Tucson has sidestepped local ride-and-handling development by Australian chassis engineers, relying on tuning from its Namyang R&D centre. The maker claims the vehicle was put through gruelling testing on the full spectrum of challenging conditions it was likely to come up against Down Under. Local feeling (mine too) is the new Tucson is highly capable. The 2.0-litre petrol engine, developing 115 kW and 192 Nm is also capable without being a stand-out by modern standards. The Tucson showed some hesitation when asked to get a move on under pressure. Fuel economy could not be questioned, with 9 litres-plus per 100 kilometres in mixed suburban conditions and 5 litres per kilometre when cruising on the open road. The maker claims 8.1 litres per 100 kilometres on the combined urban / highway cycle. As mentioned above, the spacious cabin comfortably carries five adults, plus 539 litres of cargo out back on a flat floor. This can be extended to a voluminous 1860 litres with the second-row seatbacks remotely folded. A rear seat alert reminds the driver to check the seats are empty when leaving the vehicle.

Summary Advantages of the new Tucson are the spacious cabin and wide choice of conventional powertrain. The latest version is left behind rivals in seating capacity (no seven-seater) and the lack of some sort of electric propulsion.

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SPORT Bid to honour lacrosse stalwart By Goya Dmytryshchak A proposal to name Altona North’s new box lacrosse court after the late Alan Lewer has received widespread support. The court at Paisley Park – the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere – realises the vision of Alan, 48, who suffered a cardiac arrest in 2019 while coaching the Victorian Men’s team. His brother, Altona Lacrosse Club president Mark Lewer, said it would be a fabulous way to commemorate someone who had done so much for the sport. “If it hadn’t been for Alan, I don’t think the sport would have survived,” he said. “Until he passed, he was probably the most important person in lacrosse, who was keeping that particular side of lacrosse alive.

“Pretty much for the past 20 years of his life, he was very much involved in the box side of things as well as being a coach - Victorian coach and Australian coach – and being a player at one stage as well.” When it looked like lacrosse might fold in Victoria, Alan played a key role in establishing the sport at the Puckhandlers in Reservoir and then leading the administration of the competition. He arranged advertising, recruited players, coaches and umpires, bought uniforms and set up the competition framework. When the owners of Puckhandlers decided they no longer wanted to use their court space for lacrosse, Alan negotiated with them to buy the court. Alan next had to find a new home for it. He convinced the owners at Westgate Indoor

Sports in Altona North to have the court in their venue. Alan then successfully lobbied Hobsons Bay council to build the new box court in Altona North but tragically died before seeing his dream realised. All of Hobsons Bay’s lacrosse clubs and many across Victoria have expressed their support for the Alan Lewer Box Lacrosse Court. Last month, the International Olympic Committee announced it would grant full recognition to World Lacrosse, meaning the international lacrosse body can aim for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. “Lacrosse is a huge sport in America, with professional leagues, so it’s got a very good chance of becoming an Olympic sport,” Lewer said.

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John Aloisi in action at Western United training.

Aloisi’s plan for United New Western United coach John Aloisi is relishing being back on the pitch. The former Socceroos star has returned to the coaching ranks for next season, having previously coached Melbourne Heart and Brisbane Roar. Aloisi has hit the ground running since joining United a couple of weeks ago. “It’s really enjoyable and it’s good to be back in coaching,” he said. “You realise how much you miss it when you ste p foot back on the pitch again and start coaching. “The guys have been really good and really receptive to what we are trying to do and so far it has been enjoyable.” Aloisi is aware of the opportunity that he has at United to help the young club make it’s mark. He said those at the club share his ambitious vision. “They have set a good foundation to help grow the club and there’s a lot of exciting things happening and a lot of potential within this football club,” he said. “It’s a great opportunity not only for myself, but for everyone who’s involved with Western

United. There is a lot of work to do, we know it’s a process.” United finished 10th last season after playing finals in the first year. Aloisi said the group took a lot out of the disappointing season. It will be a slightly different looking squad this year with a number of changes, including Besart Berisha not returning. The new signings include goalkeeper Jamie Young, Noah Botic, Nikolai Topor-Stanley, Ben Garuccio and Dylan Wenzel-Halls. Aloisi said he was expecting to see fast-paced side. “There’s definitely an opportunity,” he said. “We still have some big names. Alessandro Diamanti is still here and some young players who have shown that they have got quality and we have signed a few experienced players. “We will definitely have pace going forward with a lot of quick players and we will play an attacking brand of football. We will be very well organised as well.” Aloisi said he was excited to coach some of the young guys like Lachie Wales and Dylan

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Pierias who have just returned from the Olympics. He said those guys have the tools, it’s about taking them to the next level. Josh Risdon, who had an injury interrupted season last year, has been one of the standouts in pre-season, while he expects Víctor Sánchez to be better for having a season in the competition. In short time Aloisi has been at the club, he has been impressed with some of the young local talent on show. “It’s unfortunate that the NPL has been in lockdown,” he said. “A lot of have trained with us and there’s a lot of good young players, but it might take them a few years. “There’s some who have already had a taste, Adisu Bayew who has been impressive so far and one of the younger boys Rhys Bozinovski has just signed a scholarship deal. “There are some good signs for there.” Aloisi first game as coach is meant to in the FFA Cup against Newcastle, but it has been postponed due to the pandemic. Tara Murray

Maribyrnong council has been shortlisted for the Victorian Sport Awards. The council is a finalist in the Bunnings Trade Local Government Initiative of the Year for its Get Active! At Home series. Mayor Michael Clarke said the Get Active! At Home Series was an adaptation of the council’s award-winning Get Active! Expo, born in response to the first COVID-19 lockdown in early 2020. “The At Home Series engaged local fitness providers to deliver a range of free classes for the Maribyrnong community for six weeks with the aim of supporting the physical and mental health of residents,” he said. “It also provided a much-needed link to support our fitness providers, local sports clubs and community facilities during the pandemic. “Evaluation of the program was overwhelmingly positive with 91 per cent of the 1253 registered participants reporting they enjoyed the Get Active! At Home series, felt healthier (75 per cent) and were more physically active due to participating in the program (84 per cent). “We are pleased to be able to support our community’s physical and mental wellbeing during the challenges presented by COVID-19. “It has been gratifying to see the community response to the initiative, now adapted in response to the constantly-changing pandemic environment. And to now also be nominated as a finalist for the Victorian Sports Awards is a great honour.” The council is up against the city of Casey, which is shortlisted for its #CaseyGirlsCan program and Sport and Physical Activity Strategy, and Cardinia Shire Council nominated for its Mental Health in Sports Clubs program. Vicsport Chairman Ron Gauci said the awards recognised and celebrated the achievements of the sport and recreation community in responding to many new challenges. Judges include four-time Olympian Steve Moneghetti and 12-time national hurdles champion Kyle Vander-Kuyp. Winners will be announced by the state government and Vicsport on August 25. Goya Dmytryshchak

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Greg Jury 3 Street Basketball

Tony Gerace Burnham Real Estate

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Tony Gerace

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Adam Mihai

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Greg Jury

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Terry Cooper

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Niels Geraerts

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Saad Haddara

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Vic Ghiller

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Zeus Aloah Motors

Sam Robertson KND Denture

Niels Geraerts Sweeney Estate Agents Footscray & Yarraville

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

WILLIAMSTOWN 52 Kororoit Creek Road 2

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Yarraville 23c Bena Street

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Altona 100 McIntyre Drive

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Vibrant, Inviting and Freestanding

Imagine Coming Home To This!

A Fantastic Family Combination!

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Superlative contemporary dual level spaces Bright living/dining with Blackbutt floorboards Appealing balcony is a refined outdoor retreat Kitchen with stone surfaces and walk-in pantry Two welcoming downstairs double bedrooms

Stunning sundrenched 2 bedroom open plan townhouse. Terrific low maintenance garden and barbeque area. Only a short distance from the Yarraville Village. Featuring a stylish kitchen with Blanco appliances.

Completely renovated two storey home and it’s in sought location 5 Bedrooms, main with walk in robe and ensuite & 2 additional bathrooms Outdoor entertaining with in-ground solar heated pool and spa Formal living area and multiple large family rooms Central air conditioning, heating and ducted vaccum

Auction

Dean Stanley

Private Sale

Niels Geraerts 0402 639 708

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Saturday 21st August @ 1:00pm

William Pendlebury

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Sat 28th August 11.00am Contact Agent for Inspection

Sweeney Williamstown 0393999111

WILLIAMSTOWN 17 Jobson Street 3

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Contact Agent for inspection.

Sweeney Yarraville (03) 9939 1717

Yarraville 1/11 Buninyong Street

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Contact Agent for Inspection

Altona 03 9398 3777

Altona North 11 Marsh Street

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The Formula For Townhouse Success

Space, Light and Village Delight!

Solid Home With Endless Potential!

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Stylish and substantial dual level dimensions Desirably designed downstairs living & dining Central kitchen caters with modern efficiency Upstairs main bedroom, WIR and an ensuite 2 further upstairs bedrooms, appealing size

Only a short walk to the Yarraville Village. Enormous balcony with superb views. Featuring 3 larger bedrooms and 1 study. Secure off the street parking.

Instantly appealing for its sought after location Beautifully looked after with decorative ceilings & timber flooring Sitting proudly on a substantial 835m2 block (approx) Open plan kitchen with dining overlooking the huge backyard Located close to the Kororoit Creek Trails & Parklands

Auction

Dean Stanley

Private Sale

Niels Geraerts

Auction

Shawqi Ein

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Sat 28th August 12:00pm

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Williamstown Sweeney 03 9399 9111

Williamstown 42 Florence Street 4

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Sweeney Yarraville (03) 9939 1717

Yarraville 411 / 125 Francis Street

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Saturday 21st August @ 2:30pm

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Contact Agent for Inspection

Altona North (03) 9399 3636

Altona Meadows 7 Hakea Court

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Family Spaces Of Style And Scale

A Lifestyle Choice on the Parklands

Sensational Spacious Family Living

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Period elegance meets modern excellence Land area 560sqm approx. Excellent ROW access at rear to four car garage facility Charming lounge features a period fire place Luxurious living/dining and quality kitchen zone

A stunning 4th floor apartment. Surrounded by the beautiful West Gate Golf Course. Only a stroll away from the Yarraville Village shops. Featuring a secure garage car and storage space.

Sophisticated and superbly designed home Spacious flowing floor plan with a tantalising blend of style and simplicity 4 spacious bedrooms, main with modern ensuite plus his & hers walk in robes Three spacious light filled family living areas Undercover entertaining area with inground pool and palm trees

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Dean Stanley

Private Sale

Niels Geraerts

Auction

Benjamin Wigg

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Sat 28th August 1.00pm Contact Agent for Inspection

Altona 9398-3777

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