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Bunnings in VCAT win By Elsie Lange Macedon Ranges council (MRSC) said it was “disappointing” a Bunnings is now on the way to the outskirts of Kyneton, after being given the green light by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). In September last year, Macedon Ranges council knocked back two separate proposals for land at the intersection of Edgecombe Road and Pipers Creek Road, which included detailed plans for a Bunnings Warehouse. Council received more than 500 objections to the proposal last year. The decision was appealed at VCAT, and while the proposal for a service station and attached McDonalds at the same location is still pending, the tribunal granted a permit for a building, signs and parking for Bunnings. MRSC planning and environment director Rebecca Stockfeld said council had blocked the planning application for a range of reasons which had not been addressed by the VCAT decision. “The proposal had detrimental amenity impacts, a poor design and interface with its surrounds, inadequate landscaping, removal of native vegetation, and poor layout for pedestrians within the car-parking and access areas,” Ms Stockfeld said. “The VCAT decision to approve the development with little change to the design is disappointing. “The approved Bunnings will have a generic design, similar to many others in large cities, rather than responding to the unique character of Kyneton and the Macedon Ranges.” A spokesperson from one of the four respondents to the VCAT hearing, the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group, said they could not comment at this stage as an appeal for the second proposal was still under way. At the council meeting in September last year, mayor Jennifer Anderson said developers for both applications had not met the necessary standards for approval. “We are now declared an area of distinction and landscape, and we have a standard of planning policy and we must look at when we look at any application,” Cr Anderson said last year. Ms Stockfeld said council would “continue to push for new developments to comply with the design standards incorporated within the Macedon Ranges Planning Scheme”.

A hunk o’ burning love for Elvis Unlike 21st century fans, Sunbury’s Robyn Goss didn’t have television or the internet when she first discovered her great love, Elvis Presley, down at her local shop in Cowra, Queensland. “When I saw Elvis Presley for the first time, that was it, I’d had it, when I was eight” Ms Goss said. Ms Goss, 72, was president of the Australian Elvis Presley Fan Club for many years, and this year will remember 45 years since the King of Rock and Roll died on August 16, 1977. She said it was “dreadful” when she heard he died, when he was just 42. “I couldn’t believe it at first, and then it wore in,” she said. When Elvis came to Australia, Ms Goss was lucky enough to meet his drummer. “[I worked] with him when he came to Australia and he gave me his drumsticks. He signed them and I’ve got them,” she said. Throughout her life, Ms Goss has been known for her love of Elvis. “Even when I go to hospital now … [they say] ‘Oh here comes Mrs Elvis again’, I just adore that,” Ms Goss said. Elsie Lange

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Hume up for some Games hosting By Elsie Lange Hume council will offer its facilities to the Victorian government ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, despite concern residents may be barred from using them in the lead up to and during the tournament. Twelve facilities, including Sunbury’s Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Little Athletics Centre and Boardman Stadium, will be put forward as potential training venues, though no funding will be given to council to upgrade them if necessary. In March 2026, the Commonwealth Games will be held using a new multi-city model to

bring international sport to four regional hubs: Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat and Gippsland. A report to council said the municipality’s “strategic location” presents options for the state government and Commonwealth Games Australia to consider using its “first-class facilities”, however councillor Naim Kurt said he felt there were “question marks” about the decision. At a council meeting on Monday, July 25, Cr Kurt said he had some concerns regarding “the fact that some of our community will not be able to access facilities during this period”. “As much as I love the Commonwealth Games, I wouldn’t want to see the Greenvale

Cricket Club not being able to access their reserve because maybe the Nauruan cricket team is going to be playing there,” Cr Kurt said. “Or that Seabrook Reserve [will not be able] to be used by Northern Thunder just because the Gibraltarian rugby team is going to be there, or the Bermudian table tennis team is perhaps using the Craigieburn basketball courts. “I think if we’re not going to be hosting the games ourselves, for me I’ve got question marks about whether it’s a good idea to be putting up venues where we’ve got community sport using those community facilities.

Group means meeting of the minds It was searing, intense pain which woke Carol Franklin up in the middle of the night nearly three years ago, taking her to hospital to have a tumor removed from her brain. The tumor was a 4.2 centimetre Acoustic Neuroma, and though it was benign, the Sunbury resident has lost hearing in her left ear and is still adapting to her sudden acquired brain injury (ABI). After getting involved with Brain Injury Matters, Ms Franklin saw that while there were ABI support groups in the city, there was “a gap” in outer Melbourne and regional areas – so she decided to start her own. “Ideally, once a month, we get together, have a hot drink and just chat because it’s others that have gone through similar experiences who understand and can give you advice, or you can give advice, on the experiences that you yourself might be going through,” Ms Franklin said. With funding help from the Victorian government’s Department of Family, Fairness and Housing, they had their first get together at the Gisborne Community Centre on Wednesday last week. As a former vet nurse who could no longer practice due to her injury and the associated fatigue, she said it was the connections with other people who understood which made support groups important. “Family and friends are absolutely lovely of course, extremely understanding and supportive, but there’s nothing quite like people that have also gone through, or similar, to what you have gone through. To have that connection, to know it’s not just you,” she said. The North West ABI Support Group meetings will take place on the last Wednesday of each month at the Gisborne Community Centre. If you need help with transport costs, contact gisborneBIM@braininjurymatters.org.

Check before you chop down Following an increase in incidents of illegal vegetation removal in the Macedon Ranges, council is urging residents to check with staff before pulling out or trimming native vegetation. In a statement, council said native vegetation is protected and a permit is potentially required in order to get rid of bushes, grasses, trees and herbs. Council’s planning and environment director Rebecca Stockfeld said it was vital that landholders remembered native vegetation was protected, and a permit should be sought for any works. “These mechanisms are in place to help preserve our stunning natural environment in the Macedon Ranges,” she said. Council said examples of property clean up that may require a permit include using heavy machinery to clean up fallen trees, clearing away understory to sow grass under trees and any tree or shrub removal. “[Native] plants may be protected by planning controls including significant landscape, environmental significance, vegetation protection and heritage overlays. There may also be agreements or covenants on land titles relating to vegetation protection,” council said. Council said it must abide by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning’s Guidelines for the Removal, Destruction or Lopping of Native Vegetation. “These guidelines seek to ensure there is no net loss to biodiversity as a result of the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation,” council said. Elsie Lange

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“And having them being pushed out of the way to make way for other teams, just for training purposes and not necessarily for competition.” Cr Joseph Haweil said it was “a bit early” to determine the impact of offering up the facilities, of which only a few may be chosen, but did not expect “any of these facilities will be significantly impacted”. “The Games are of short duration, and usually the arrival of athletes beforehand for practice and other elements are usually of a short duration as well … I think we’ll just be very lucky if even one of them is used for one sport,” Cr Haweil said.

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Report sparks call to ‘reach out’ By Elsie Lange A service provider from Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges is hoping a recent study exploring the mental health of Australians will encourage people to “reach out”. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ (ABS) National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing released in July painted a stark picture – 43.7 per cent of Australians aged between 16 and 85 had experienced a mental disorder at some point in their lives. One in five – 21.4 per cent or 4.2 million people – had a 12-month mental disorder,

according to the study conducted over 2020-21. Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health (SCCH) counselling team leader Gina Alvarez said she hoped the figures would “encourage people to reach out for help”. “Life can be challenging and there’s no shame in acknowledging that you need some support and guidance towards strategies that can assist with conditions such as stress, anxiety and depression,” Ms Alvarez said. According to the survey, anxiety was the most common group of 12-month mental disorders – 3.3 million people experienced it – while one in six Australians aged 16 to

85 had experienced any suicidal thoughts or behaviours in their life. “This comprises 16.7 per cent of people who had ever seriously thought about taking their own life, 7.7 per cent who had ever made a plan to take their own life, and 4.8 per cent who had ever attempted to take their own life,” the ABS said. The study also asked people whether they had ever been close to someone who had taken or attempted to take their own life – 38 per cent said they had, while 5.9 per cent had been close to someone who had taken or attempted to take their own life in the past 12 months.

Ms Alvarez said the role of SCCH’s mental health services were to help people find a way forward. “Our counsellors work with people to focus on their goals and being able to see a pathway to feeling better,” she said. “Often the simple act of confiding in someone can make the issue feel more manageable.” SCCH stated people can be referred to counselling and psychological services through a general practitioner, or directly through service providers such as SCCH. If you need mental health support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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Sunbury Fire Brigade’s Darryl van Rooy will be taking the stairs for mental health. (Elsie Lange)

Taking the stairs for mental health Firefighters from Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges are topping the fundraising charts for the ninth annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb. On September 10, 600 firefighters and other emergency services personnel will climb the 28 floors of the Crown Metropol Hotel in all their gear to raise money to fight depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide. Beaten only by Ember the Service Dog – who is undoubtedly the cutest of the lot – Nick Tschuck, Darryl van Rooy and Linda Krive from Riddells Creek, Sunbury and Malmsbury fire brigades respectively, are in the lead. Mr van Rooy, secretary of the Sunbury

brigade who had raised nearly $1750 as of Thursday, said he’s hoping to match or beat his 2019 triumph when he’d won his age group – much to his own surprise. “That was a shock and a half to the system, because I certainly wasn’t planning on doing that,” he said. The firefighter said as a father of a daughter with a disability, the reason he was competing was for the mental health of families like his own. “I’m climbing for all the mums and dads of kids with a disability. My daughter is disabled, so there is an ongoing angst, worry, what’s going to happen in the future,” he said.

Other than Ember, Riddells Creek Fire Brigade Fourth Lieutenant Nick Tschuck is ahead in the fundraising race at more than $2300. “I’ve seen first hand the mental health challenges first responders have gone through and the impact that it’s had on individuals and their families,” Lieutenant Tschuck said. “I’ve also experienced that myself, so it’s definitely a passion of mine to get the word out there.” Details: https://www.firefighterclimb.org. au/.

Victorian women in sport will have the opportunity to hone and develop their skills through the state government’s new Change Our Game Professional Development Scholarships Program. Community Sport Minister Ros Spence announced applications for the program opened on Monday, July 25 and close on August 22. “This new program will support women’s careers in sport and recreation, from clarifying their goals and building their skills, to empowering them with the confidence to prosper in leadership positions,” Ms Spence said. “We’re creating more pathways and facilities for women and girls to get involved in sport on and off the field.” The program provides grants of $5000 and $10,000 for professional development for women working in the support and recreation sectors, to help them get into and flourish in leadership roles. In addition, applicants can receive personal career coaching to help map career paths and identify the skills they might need to land bigger roles. In a statement, the government said successful applicants would also have the chance to attend the world conference of the International Working Group on Women and Sport to be held in November this year. “The group is the world’s largest network dedicated to advancing gender equity and equality in sport, physical education and physical activity,” the government said. “The Office for Women in Sport and Recreation and the Change Our Game campaign is working to level the playing field for women and girls in sport and active recreation. “This work also includes community events, research studies and sports broadcasting programs aimed at increasing the number of women and girls participating in sport and in leadership roles.” Details: changeourgame.vic.gov.au.

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Power to the people: Big uptake for Power Saving Bonus More than 6600 households in Sunbury are among the one million in Victoria that have applied for the state government’s Power Saving Bonus program. Last week, the government announced it was injecting an extra $205 million into the program to continue allowing Victorians to receive $250 to seek out a better energy deal on Victoria’s Energy Compare website. According to the latest figures from the program, 6639 Sunbury households had

already put in an application, with the suburb ranking 10th in the number of applications. Commenting in a local Facebook group, Sunbury residents explained how going for the bonus had worked for them. One resident said they applied the first day the program opened and received $250 into their account a week later. “I just used it on petrol seeing as I do 200 kilometres a day driving for work,” she said. Another said it was “perfect timing”. “I didn’t have the money to cover the gas

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bill that came out the afternoon of the same day,” they said. In a statement, the government said all Victorians were eligible for the payment, “including the nearly 400,000 concession card holders who previously claimed the payment under an earlier phase of the program”. “The Labor government is adding another $205 million to meet the popularity of the program, on top of the initial $250 million funding. The $250 Power Saving Bonus

is available until June 30, 2023 and there are no caps on the number of households that can receive the once-off payment,” the government said. Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio said the government was proud to have supported so many Victorians. “We know Victorian families are doing it tough, so we’re topping up the $250 Power Saving Bonus program to make sure no one misses out,” she said. Details: https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/.

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Hume permits march of progress By Elsie Lange Hume council has given the go-ahead to the development of three double storey dwellings in Sunbury’s Turner Court, despite internal opposition and six objections to the proposal. The proposal, for two four-bedroom dwellings and one three-bedroom dwelling, allocates two parking spaces to each property. Two objections were read at a Hume council meeting on Monday, July 25, citing issues with increased traffic, bin collection, dangers to pedestrians and neighbourhood character. Councillor Karen Sherry said while some concerns were valid, residents had to accept

that Sunbury was growing and the proposal was in line with Hume’s planning scheme. “I’m sorry, but Sunbury is part of Melbourne, and Melbourne is changing,” she said. “There’s an expectation that Melbourne will densify.” Cr Trevor Dance, who was against granting the permit, highlighted a “refreshing” recent Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) ruling to overturn a council decision to allow a development at 11 Priorswood Way in Sunbury. The Priorswood Way development was also for three double storey dwellings, and the VCAT appeal was lodged based on issues related to “neighbourhood character and off-

site amenity impact considerations”. “I agree with some of the resident’s comments with the neighbourhood [at Turner Court] ... the neighbourhood there has no other two storey buildings whatsoever, in the area … it’s a nice quiet court,” Cr Dance said. Cr Jack Medcraft said he supported the decision to grant a permit, before asking Hume’s planning director James McNulty about the difference between the Turner Court application and Priorswood Way. “There was a point of difference in the decisions referenced in that the VCAT decision, there was actually a local policy relating to character affecting that site,” Mr McNulty said.

“In the site in question, in the decision before you tonight, there is no such local policy.” Cr Medcraft said it was a “difficult time” for people who lived in areas, like the old part of Sunbury, that have become “popular and developable”. “We don’t live in Sunbury 1995, we live in Sunbury 2022, and fellow councillors that live there know quite well that Sunbury is growing at a massive rate,” Cr Medcraft said. “We cannot stop progress, we cannot stop immigration, we cannot stop people – under our social justice charter, we want to give everyone the opportunity to better their lives. “This is the classic case of that.”

Saints back ref respect A rise in umpire abuse has prompted the Sunbury Saints Basketball Club to take a stand – one T-shirt at a time. Following a meeting with the Sunbury Basketball Association, Saints president Damon Sinfield said the club wanted to support the league’s soon-to-be introduced zero tolerance policy by donning coaches in ‘No Ref, No Play’ tees. “We put it on the back because spectators are looking at the back of the coach most of the time,” Sinfield said. He said basketball had lost “a lot of referees” in the last 12 months across the state, and according to Basketball Victoria, the sport is down 40 per cent on active referees since 2019. “As many of you would be aware, many referees have or are quitting the game we all love due to abuse from parents, players,

coaches and spectators,” Basketball Australia said. “We are not alone as the only community sport facing this issue.” Sinfield said it was “a big problem” that could have been triggered as people came out of lockdown, behaving more poorly after being “cooped up”. “We want to be inclusive and just have a really good culture where we do show good sportsmanship, and we respect everybody – players, coaches and spectators – everybody respects everybody,” Sinfield said. “That’s the environment we want.” He said the coaching cohort, from teenagers to parents, were “happy to wear them”. “It’s a great way to support, and they’ve all seen [a few] issues,” Sinfield said. “I think they’re all just happy to have some sort of initiative that we’re really pushing.”

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Construction is under way on Mount Macedon’s new $3.1 million fire station, with Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas visiting the site on Friday. “Firefighters at Mount Macedon do a fantastic job protecting the community – this new station will give them the space and facilities they need and deserve to enhance the area’s emergency response capabilities,” Ms Thomas said. The new station at 595 Mount Macedon Road is set to provide more room for the brigade’s appliances to move around and continue supporting the ever-growing region. In a statement, the government said the facility will include three motor-room bays, a multipurpose room and kitchen, separate turn out facilities for men and women, accessible amenities, a brigade office, workshop and communications room.

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The Sunbury Transfer Station reopened last weekend, much to residents’ relief, however the tip shop will remain closed until further notice. According to Hume council, the tip is currently not accepting cash transactions and taking payment by EFTPOS only. A drivers’ license must be shown upon request and for free tipping passes, a hard copy of the pass must be presented at the time of the visit.

Twenty cars damaged Police investigating after more than 20 cars were damaged on the Calder Freeway in Macedon on Wednesday, July 27. Police said it was believed scaffolding fell from a truck on the Calder Freeway, Melbourne-bound near Black Forest Drive just after 7am. Witnesses are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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‘Let us lead’, group says By Elsie Lange The Dja Dja Wurrung Aboriginal Corporation, or DJAARA, is calling for those worried about log salvaging in Wombat State Forest to “let us lead”. Following last year’s significant June storm event which caused extensive damage across the Macedon Ranges, DJAARA partnered with VicForests to remove storm-felled trees and debris. VicForests’ presence in the forest, earmarked as a new national park, has caused concern among locals and activists, including Wombat Forestcare, who believe the debris removal is “complete overkill”. But DJAARA said its work with VicForests was “making the forest safe”. “We are doing this through the consideration of the forest, its needs and the results we are seeking for biodiversity so that all species can thrive,” DJAARA said. “The removal of identified fallen timber will start the process, just as removal of weeds from your own garden would enable you to start the process of providing a healthy foundation for new plants and to support established plants.” DJARRA chairperson Trent Nelson said Dja Dja Wurrung’s extensive knowledge of Country needed to be respected. “Contemporary science is three or so centuries old, our biocultural knowledge is over 400 centuries old. Let us lead,” he said. DJAARA general manager Cassandra Lewis said what occurred in Wombat State Forest was a rare event which drastically altered the health of Country. “As Dja Dja Wurrung people, it is our responsibility to return Country to health,” Ms Lewis said. “As Traditional Owners, it is our right to enact the principles of self-determination in undertaking our Cultural responsibilities.

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Wombat State Forest after last year’s storms. Inset: DJAARA general manager Cassandra Lewis. (Pictures: Supplied/DJAARA)

“As members of the wide and diverse community, it is our role to lead in sharing our inherited understanding of forest management.” DJAARA said it approached management of Country through a contemporary lens, “across tenures, public land categories, Ecological Vegetation Classes, townships and jurisdictions”. “DJAARA’s approach to managing these cultural landscapes holistically is to apply Forest Gardening,” DJAARA said. “Forest Gardening is our dialogue with Country. Its practice is defined by cultural

outcomes and indicators including the colours, smells, sounds touch and feeling of Country and availability of sustenance in the landscape.” DJAARA said in a modern world, its cultural practice of caring for Country was supported through partnerships – with people with experience and expertise, coupled with respect for their responsibility to look after Country. “The provision of this, on such a scale, was limited and DJAARA was pleased to appoint VicForests to undertake making Country safe,” DJAARA said.

A Sunbury business owner is at it again, giving away $80,000 worth of personal protective equipment (PPE) to vulnerable community members. Sunbury Autobarn owner Adam Mizzi is handing out free face masks and filter packs to senior residents in Sunbury, Diggers Rest, Bulla and the Macedon Ranges to support those who need protection most. And it’s not just seniors either, he’s also dropping off free masks and antibacterial wipes to food banks across the region as well. “Physically call and care about others, that’s the message I want to relay – put others before yourself,” Mr Mizzi said. A Good Samaritan to his community throughout the pandemic, Mr Mizzi last year gave out PPE to schools and ran food drives for support services in the region as the pandemic raged. “This year … when the COVID cases were increasing, [we wondered] how we could support the senior citizens,” Mr Mizzi said. “Two years ago we supported them with free sanitiser, and this year we’re going to be giving away two facemasks … in all the footy colours.

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Road level crossing each day, with the number expected to reach 27,000 in 2026, according to state government data. A three-week community consultation period was held in November last year for the public to provide feedback on the design, landscaping and public artworks for the new level crossing. Sunbury MP Josh Bull said more than 170 residents contributed to the preliminary design. “The level crossing will be gone for good by the end of 2022, with a road under rail design as promised,” he said. “This year we will see site investigations continuing as well as some early works, with

the majority of major construction towards the end of 2022.” The level crossing removal is being delivered in conjunction with the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade, which includes platform extensions, train stabling modifications and rail track power upgrades at Sunbury station to enable bigger and more modern trains to run on the line. The line is expected to transport up to 113,000 passengers in peak hours every week when the Metro Tunnel is open. “We promised to remove this crossing by 2025, but this vital project has been fast tracked to synchronise works between the level

crossing removal and the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade,” Mr Bull said. “It means we will only need to close the line for an extended period of time once, rather than twice, resulting in less disruption and a level crossing-free Sunbury three years ahead of schedule. “This is a critical project that will improve safety and ease congestion in the heart of our community and it is time to get it done.” The Gap Road level crossing will be the fourth crossing removed on the Sunbury line and is one of 75 “dangerous and congested” level crossings in Melbourne to be gone by 2025. 12476330-CG03-21

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Tree planting by Salesian team Salesian College students took part in National Schools Tree Day by planting 500 native species at the Nook in Sunbury on Friday, organised by the Gap Road level crossing removal team. It is the country’s largest tree-planting and nature care event, and Salesian students in years 11 and 12 studying Sacred Earth and Environmental Science, as well as landscapers from HL Landscaping, planted native species in a designated area. Every year about 300,000 people volunteer their time to get into environmental activities educating Australians about the world around them. The day began with a safety briefing, an introduction to the Gap Road level crossing removal project and a tree planting demonstration. Sunbury MP Josh Bull said the level crossing removal in Sunbury will “change Sunbury for the better”. “It’s great to see students from Salesian College and members of the project team getting together to plant trees, helping make our community greener,” Mr Bull said.

1/ Salesian College students Caitlin, Charlotte and Matilda. 2/ Sunbury MP Josh Bull taking part in the tree planting event. 3/ Salesian College students at the National Schools Tree Day. 4/ Sunbury MP Josh Bull with Salesian College students. 5/ HL Landscapes’ Thalia Read , Erin Stanton Jamie Liefman. (Pictures: Noble Photography)

Wild life joy within reach Residents at Gisborne Oaks aged care home were treated to a taste of the wild last week. Vince from Aussie Wild Life Displays brought pythons, lizards, a wombat, a parrot, a possum and even a baby crocodile to the facility for a meet and greet.

After the show, residents raved about it. Harold said it was “very good” and was looking forward to the next visit, while Phoebe and Ralph said having grown up in Creswick, they were used to the lizards. Geoff said he “loved” the event.

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David Morgan climbed Everest after recovering from COVID-19. Right: David climbed the seven highest summits across all seven continents during the past three years. (Pictures: Supplied)

Marathon mountaineering effort By Matthew Sims Western suburbs father David Morgan has joined a club of about 300 people across the world, after conquering the seven highest mountains across all of the seven continents. On top of being the second-known Australian to have climbed the seven highest summits over the past 10 years, he also completed seven of the world’s greatest marathons as part of a fundraising effort which has raised more than $60,000 for research into type 1 diabetes. What has been a three-year journey came to a close on Sunday, June 12, when Mr Morgan completed the Cairns Ironman, which involved swimming 3.8 kilometres and cycling 180 kilometres before running his seventh and final marathon. Suffering from salt depletion and cramps during the cycling leg of the event and then passing out five kilometres through the run, doctors told him to stop. However, he completed the event at 11pm, 15 hours after the event start at 8am. Mr Morgan said the journey began in essence in February 2018, when his four-year-old daughter Finlay received a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. “After learning to cope and manage Finlay’s condition, my attention turned to what I could contribute to the diabetes community,” he said. “The need for funding to support diabetes research quickly became evident. “In addition to raising awareness and vital funds to assist with research for a cure, I also hoped to bring encouragement to children and individuals that they can overcome life’s challenges and accomplish anything in life.” Mr Morgan said some of the harder moments of his climbs included contracting COVID-19 at the base camp of Mount Everest, battling altitude sickness and suffering from frostbite during his climb of Denali in Alaska after his boot heaters failed during his descent of Mount Everest. “The highs were definitely the small moments upon the summit of the various mountain peaks after extended periods of effort to simply be in that moment. “To know I’d finally summitted all seven summits as I stood atop of Denali in Alaska was pure relief. “Arriving home to my family was always the biggest highlight.” Mr Morgan said the support he had received had been “extremely humbling” but hoped his journey would inspire those struggling with type 1 diabetes to try new things and persevere. “You can achieve whatever you want to,” he said. “If I can make it to the top of the world, anything in life is surely achievable.” Details: www.soulsearch.com.au.

Williamstown resident David Morgan started the challenge to raise money for type 1 diabetes research after his daughter Finlay was diagnosed with the condition. (Supplied)

David had to persevere through treacherous conditions to conquer the summits.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Star Weekly Community Calendar, Corner Thomsons Road and Keilor Park Drive, Keilor Park, 3042, or email to westeditorial@starweekly.com.au by 9am Wednesday the week prior to publication

Woodend Repair Cafe Head down to the Woodend Neighbourhood House to get your knick knacks repaired, sewn or sharpened at the Woodend Repair Cafe happening on Saturday, August 6, 9am to 1pm. The program coincides with the Community Farmers’ Market.

Reptile encounters Sunbury Head to Sunbury Library on Saturday, August 13 for a free reptile show by Reptile Encounters. It’s for kids aged up to 12 and runs from 10.30am until noon. Register at the link below. ■ https://bit.ly/3B5e845

DJ workshop in Woodend If you’re between 12 and 17 years old, head down to the Woodend Youth Space to learn how to mix together your favourite tracks in a DJ workshop. Beginners are welcome to the event on Wednesday, August 10, 4pm-5.30pm. It’s free and taking place at 47 Forest Street, Woodend.

Plant produce swap and drop Bring plants, seedlings, cuttings, herbs, veggies or fruit from your garden, or a recipe, to swap with other produce-loving green thumbs at Sunbury Library on August 6, 10am-noon. To swap means to bring one from home and take one home, and all levels of experience are welcome. ■ https://bit.ly/3Al9TRT

Jacksons Creek Combined Probus Visit or become a new member of the Jackson’s Creek Combined Probus Club, gathering on the second Monday of each month at the Sunbury Football Club at 10am. Enjoy outings and meetings each month with a friendly group of men and women, and twice yearly trips away staying in cabins and caravans. ■ Doug, 5428 3317, or Teresa, 9746 3402

This week’s picture of the week is of Alvin De Castro, a dance teacher who created choreography for major artists’ music videos. (Damjan Janevski) 291839

for the coming months will be kindness. The chats take place every Tuesday from 10.30-11.30am at Macedon Lounge, 40 Victoria Street, Macedon. ■ Carol, 0431 186 575

Sunbury badminton fun The Sunbury Badminton Club has a new extra playing time on Wednesdays, 10am-noon. All are welcome to attend at Clarke Oval Stadium, 49 Riddell Road, with equipment provided and coaching available. Playing for the first time is free. ■ sunburybc@gmail.com

Chatty cafe Woodend Each month, the Woodend Neighbourhood House invites you along to enjoy a cup of tea and a good talk. Everyone is welcome and no bookings are required. The next event is on Tuesday, August 9, from 10.30am until noon.

Craft and conversation If you’re a passionate crafter and want some company, why not head down to the Sunbury Library on Mondays at noon for the craft and conversation group. The program is free and open to people aged 15 years and older. ■ https://bit.ly/39BIu2O

Chill Out Sunbury Are you between 12 and 18 years old and want to engage with other young people, participate in activities such as trivia, games, art, music, competitions, personal development and more? Chill Out Sunbury is for you. It’s free and happens every Wednesday, 3.30-5.30pm at the Sunbury Youth Centre, 51-53 Evans Street. ■ https://bit.ly/3lmVgVh

Club rooms. The friendly group of women enjoy outings, film mornings, speakers and presenters, as well as special events like holidays and bus trips. New members are warmly welcomed. ■ Pat, 0433 789 754, or Sylvia, 0417 170 142

Sunbury Combined Probus Club The Sunbury Combined Probus Club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at the Sunbury Football Social Club at 10am. ■ Carmel, 0416 477 271

Toastmasters Family History and Heritage Society If you’ve got a hankering to learn more about Sunbury and even your own family history, why not check out the Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society, meeting at 1.30pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Sunbury Senior Citizens Centre, 8 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury. ■ https://bit.ly/3jvM6oJ

Lancefield park run relaunch Lace up your runners and join the relaunch of Lancefield’s 5km park run, happening every Saturday at 8am at Lancefield Park. No need to be speedy - participants can go at any pace. Make your way to 62 Chauncey Street, Lancefield, and remember to register. ■ https://bit.ly/3IEDB4L

Rotary club The Sunbury Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at the Sunbury Bowling Club from 7pm. ■ sunburyrotary@gmail.com

Sunbury Ladies Badminton Club

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Get involved with a welcoming, fun, social group of women who have spread the word of ladies badminton since 1999. Social games are on Mondays, 9.30am-noon, and team competitions are on Thursdays, 9.30am-12.30pm at Eric Boardman Reserve, Wilsons Lane. ■ sunburylbc@gmail.com

The Woodlands Ladies Probus Club of Sunbury meets on the fourth Monday of each month at the Sunbury Bowling Club at 9.45 am. The club is based on fun, friendship and fellowship and enjoys monthly outings, an annual trip away and a lot of fun meetings. ■ Leonie, 0401 764 182

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The Sunbury Ladies Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Sunbury Football Social

Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Toastmasters helps its members develop their public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 7.20-9.30pm, at the Sunbury Senior Citizens Hall. ■ vpm-4185@toastmastersclubs.org

Garden club 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

from 5-8pm at The Gap on Graham, 5 Graham Street, Melton. Focusing on Senior Men’s mental and physical wellbeing. The group invites new members to come for a cuppa and a chat, listen to guest speakers and participate in our activities including; carpet bowls, pool or table tennis. ■ https://meltonmensgroup.home.blog/

Melton Over 50s Social Group A friendly group of people aged over 50, who enjoy each other’s company while attending events and outings such as dinners, shows, dancing, cinemas and more. If you live in the Melton area and would like to meet new friends, in a welcoming group environment, this is for you. ■ Marlene, 0498 329 290

Bacchus Marsh Market Bacchus Marsh rejoice! There will be a monthly market at the gorgeous location of Maddingley Park. On the second Saturday of every month there will be a lovely variety of stallholders and food trucks. Bring a picnic blanket and invite your friends and family for a lovely market day out.

Take weight off naturally Sunbury Seniors Sunbury Seniors meet on Mondays and Fridays at 8 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury, from 10am-3pm. A variety of activities are offered – indoor bowls, cards, snooker, guest speakers, day excursions, subsidised lunches or just a cup of coffee and a chat. If you’re 55 or older and would like to make some new friends. ■ 0434 400 754

Struggling to lose weight? Struggling to get motivated? Want to try and do it in a friendly and less stressful atmosphere? Come and join TOWN (Take Weight Off Naturally) every Tuesday at 6pm at the Darlingsford Barn, Darlingsford Boulevard, Melton. ■ Catherine, 0416 612 517, or Bob, 0411 824 739

Parkinson’s support group Probus Club Of Sunbury Join the Probus Club of Sunbury on the first Wednesday of the month at the Sunbury Football club at 9.30am. It’s a friendly men’s group open to all retired and semi-retired men. Enjoy morning tea and a guest speaker. Visitors and new members are welcome with a number of great events held each month. ■ Greg, 0417 593 035

Melton Men’s Group Melton Men’s Group meets every Thursday

The Melton Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Thursday of the month 10.30am–12.30pm at Kurunjang Community Centre, 33-35 Mowbray Crescent, Kurunjang. ■ Helen, 0409 186 576

Eynesbury Market A community market next to the iconic Eynesbury Homestead. The market is on the fourth Sunday of the month. It features a great range of food trucks, artisans, makers and more.

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Ford Mustang has been a big success on the Australian market and I see them pretty well every time I’m on the road. We will cover the Mustang from December 2015 when a new model was introduced in this Used Car Checkout. It comes in two versions, coupe and convertible, powered by either a 5.0-litre V8 or four-cylinder 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, the former is typical 20th century gas guzzling muscle machines, the latter Ford’s provides environmentally conscious modern motoring. The 5.0-litre V8 featured lessons learned in developing the special-edition 2012 Mustang Boss 302. The result is a boost in power to 306 kW and 530 Nm of torque. The addition of the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine introduced turbocharging to the Mustang powertrain line-up. The geometry of the EcoBoost intake manifold and turbocharger housing being optimised to provide higher output – 233 kW and 432 Nm of torque. Six-speed manual transmission provides smoother shifting than previous Mustangs, while the automatic has steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters and downshift rev-matching. Steering feel is nicely weighted with just the right heft for keen drivers of high-performance machines. The four-cylinder EcoBoost engine is short and sits well back under the long bonnet. It pretty well straddles the front axle area so provides excellent balance. The front seats are laterally supportive but lack of rear legroom puts the Mustang into 2+2 territory. The front seat passenger can share leg space with someone behind them, but unless the driver is short whoever sits behind them may feel a bit cramped.

car like the Ford Mustang. As is a full service history, preferably at a Ford dealer. A Mustang that has been thrashed may have serious rear tyre wear and lots of brake dust. Perhaps you’re best to steer clear of that car. Check the fluid on the automatic’s dipstick. If it smells burnt and looks dark, that’s another sign of hard driving. The 10-speed auto seems to stand up better than the six-speed.Convertibles are generally water tight, but it still pays to look and feel for dampness in the carpets as on open-top Mustang may have been caught with its top down in the rain. Look for signs of previous crash repairs, wrinkles in the panels when viewed end on, mismatched paint colours and overspray on unpainted parts. If there’s too much turbo lag on the 2.3 EcoBoost there could be electronic tuning problems.

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Suzuki in need of an update By Chris Riley, Marque Motoring The Suzuki Vitara is a car crying out for an update. The design of the five-seat wagon dates way back to 2015, although there has been a minor facelift since then. The little car that could has been overtaken by cheaper and better equipped Chinese offerings from MG and Haval. Significant price increases haven’t helped its quest for the buyer dollar. When we tested this car in 2019, the auto kicked off from $24,490 – it’s now $28,490. The turbo was $29,990 – now $33,490. Suzuki risks pricing itself out of its own market segment.

Styling Although distinctive, the squarish, three-box design hasn’t changed much since 2015. There are three grades: Vitara, Vitara Turbo and Vitara Turbo Allgrip, priced from $26,490 or $30,490 driveaway. Metallic paint is an extra $500 and two-tone with a different coloured roof is another $1250. Vitara Turbo is $33,490 or $34,990 driveaway, while the all-wheel drive AllGrip -- is priced from $37,490 or $39,990 driveaway. The entry grade is powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, while the turbo gets a punchier, 1.4-litre turbocharged unit that produces 20 percent more power and 40 percent more torque. The latter figure is the more significant. Our test vehicle was finished in Savannah Ivory with optional Cosmic Black Roof and comes with cloth trim, a leather-clad steering wheel and single zone climate control air. Standard kit includes keyless entry and start, tilt and reach adjust steering wheel, 17-inch alloys, rear view camera, LED DRLs, halogen headlights, cruise control, manual lights and wipers.

Infotainment The infotainment system is well laid out and easy to use. Features include a 7.0-inch touchscreen, with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, AM/FM radio and four-speaker audio. Missing is DAB+ digital radio. Satellite navigation is built-in although it could do with speed camera warnings. There’s one USB and one 12-volt socket in the lower centre console, with another 12-volt socket in the luggage area.

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The 1.6-litre naturally aspirated engine produces 86 kW at 6000 revs and 156 Nm of torque from 4400 revs and can be paired with either a five-speed manual or six-speed sequential automatic with paddle shifts – and drive to the front wheels. Outputs from the Turbo are 103 kW at 5500 rpm and 220 Nm at 1500 revs.

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Interior Vitara is starting to show its age. Although it sits in the budget-buy category, the cabin and instrumentation looks and feels dated. The analogue clock between the air vents is a classy touch, but we’d swap it for a digital speedo. You do however get some other totally irrelevant information cycling through the trip computer, including graphs for power and torque. Rear legroom is okay thanks to scooped out seatbacks in front, but that’s not saying much. It’s still pretty tight and lacks air outlets, or really anything for back seat passengers. Cargo capacity with the rear seat in place is 375 litres, with a hidden area under the floor which in turn hides a space saver spare. Vitara is 4175mm long and in automatic form weighs in at 1180kg – 15kg more than the manual.

Safety Vitara has a five-star safety rating, seven airbags and a rear-view camera, but this rating dates back to 2015 which is really another era now.

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It’s missing the latest advances in crash avoidance, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert. If you want them, you’ll have to shell out an extra $5000 for the turbo model. I don’t know about you, but I have a very low tolerance for car manufactures that reserve any safety features at all for their higher priced models. You can’t put a price on safety. Two Isofix and three tether style child seat anchor points are provided.

Driving Small engines aren’t necessarily bad, or even relatively low power output, depending on what they are being asked to push or pull. But the engine in this car doesn’t produce a helluva lot of torque, which is the stuff that gets you off the line quickly and up hills easily.

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Performance isn’t too bad, but you will find yourself wishing you had paid the extra dosh for the turbocharged version the first time you encounter a big hill. Be that as it may, around town, day-to day performance is fine. The six-speed auto, however, sometimes feels like an old four-speed the way it carries on, changing down and roaring dramatically to life if you punch the accelerator. Also, and this has been well documented, reefing the transmission selector back for drive will see manual mode selected and the engine max out before you’ve figured out what is going on. It becomes tiresome. The car sits flat, feels taught and has a firmish ride, and can be driven enthusiastically with confidence. In fact, the suspension is excellent on backroads. Steering is sharp and accurate and the brakes are confident. But the Continental tyres are a

bit of a disappointment as they lack grip. Fuel consumption is excellent. Rated at 6.0 L/100km, we were getting 6.5 L/100km after 555 km. It takes standard 91 RON unleaded.

Summing up What you’re looking at here is no frills Japanese transport, but at $30,490, even if that is driveaway, it is far from competitive. Vitara is a practical, well-engineered little wagon (maybe even over-engineered going on the size of the manual) that uses hardly any fuel. But seven years down the track it needs to be more than that. Suzuki is unique in Australia in that Queensland has a different importer than the rest of the country. While specifications are identical the model names differ, s the base Vitara is called GL+, the Turbo is S-Turbo and the AWD Allgrip is AWD S-Turbo.

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to perform at their best on any given day. “For finals, It could come down to who just happened to click the best on that given day, there’s not a lot between these sides now.” Hawkes said a few shift changes in the team had been part of their key to success so far. “You always build a successful team from the back going forward, I’ve always said that,” he said. “We’ve done a fair bit of work in the first half of the season on our backline, and I think that’s performing pretty well. “Tayla Moore, who was a new recruit at the start of the year, has certainly added a lot in our backline, but also the movement of Natalie Korinfsky from backline to forward, I think added a little bit in our forward line in relation to her experience. “Just being able to execute to other players and bring other players into play. I think it added a little bit into our forward line as well.” Speaking before the match with Golden Square, Hawkes said they were underdogs. The two teams were equal on points, but Golden Square had a much bigger percentage. He said the side was nervous about the game. “Some of these sides have got a little bit of pressure on them to perform, where as we just go out there and give it our best shot each week,” he said. “As long as we are competitive and pushing them all the way, I’d be pretty happy with that right at this minute. “A couple of people have said to me, and I tend to think it is, this is probably the biggest game in the club’s history. “It would be a bonus if we did [win], I actually believe that we can.“

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16. Who did the Australian Boomers defeat in the final of the 2022 FIBA Asia Basketball Cup? 17. What Australian sporting league recently announced a fixture to be held on Christmas Day for the first time? 18. Which Australian sprinter recently pulled out of the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games? 19. 1949 saw the introduction of what piece of safety equipment in the NFL? 20. What racquet sport got its name from the name of the country estate of its creator, the Duke of Beaufort?

13. What four English Premier League teams recently played friendly matches in Australia?

21. Australian track and field athlete Eleanor Patterson won a 2022 World Athletics Championships gold medal in which event?

14. What is the official name of the Tour de France event for female cyclists?

22. Des Hasler last coached which NRL club?

23. What year did Australian golfer Jan Stephenson win the US Women’s Open? 24. Which men’s national rugby union team did Tonga defeat to qualify for the 2023 Rugby Union World Cup? 25. Australian professional soccer player Lydia Williams signed a contract with which French club in July 2022?

28. Which Washington Nationals player won the 2022 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby? 29. Kevin Proctor last played for which NRL club? 30. US basketballer Miles Bridges last played for which NBA team?

26. How many points is the inner bullseye on a dartboard worth? 27. Australian basketballer Liz Cambage last played for which WNBA team?

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Young guns named in Cricket Victoria lineups Some of the best young talent from across Melbourne’s north-west have been included in Cricket Victoria’s emerging player squads. Cricket Victoria has announced Vic Country and Vic Metro squads for both under-19 boys and girls, under-16s and under-17 boys, with more than 200 players part of the squads. They also announced the senior emerging players squad. The under-19 program aims to identify, develop and prepare players for the next level of representative cricket, providing them with the best opportunity to showcase their skills at the upcoming National Championships. Players in the under-19 squad have been selected through strong performances in Victorian pathway programs and in Victorian Premier Cricket. The program’s include high-performance coaching and support for players to develop

their skills technically, tactically, mentally and physically to enhance their preparation for the 2022-23 season. Players from both programs will be aiming to make the Vic Metro and Vic Country squads for their respective national championships to be held in December and January. Gisborne’s Lucas Cavigan and Bacchus Marsh cousins Archie and Sam Lalor have all been named in the Vic Country squad under-17. Cavigan now plays with Essendon. Former Gisborne player Tom Rogers has been named in the open age emerging performance squad. Others named in the squad’s include Plenty Valley’s Aanliya Cheeran and Jasmine Nevins in the Vic Country under-19 squad. They were previously announced in the Cricket Victoria female emerging performance squad. Bats’ teammate Ribhya Syan has also been named

in the under-19 country squad. Greenvale Kangaroos’ Lily Pelosi has been named in the under-19 Vic Metro. Two Footscray guns Mitchell Jamieson and Varad Chaudhari have been named in the under-19 boys Vic Metro squad. Ikroop Dhanoa, who played his junior cricket at Bundoora United before moving to Plenty Valley, is also in the squad. He now plays with Fitzroy Doncaster in Victorian Premier Cricket. Dhruv Redhu and Kai Turner, who both played with Mernda, have been named in the metro squad. Greenvale Kangaroos’ Bradman Constable has been named in the under-19 country squad. In the under-16 girls Vic Metro squad, many of the stars for the Western Spirit side which claimed the last season’s Youth Premier

League title have been selected. Mia Gordon, Holly Nagpal and Ruby Gibson were all part of the Spirit squad and now play for Essendon Maribyrnong Park. Olivia Panaia is also in the squad, along with Plenty Valley pair Navleen Sandhu and Nikita Chaudhary are also part of the squad. The under-17 Vic Metro emerging players squad includes a number of players from Melbourne’s west. Aiman and Aayan Nadeem (both former Williamstown Colts), Joshua Pace (former Keilor) and Muhammad Abdul Rafay (former Truganina) all play with Footscray now in Premier Cricket. Reyaan Farooq (former Grand United) and Aryan Sharma (former Plenty Valley) are also in the squad. Tara Murray

Cats preparing for finals By Tara Murray Macedon is hoping to have all options covered in the Riddell District Netball League finals. The Cats sit atop the ladder with two rounds remaining, and have been the standout team this season with just one loss for the year, despite illness and absences. Having been caught short in finals before, Cats coach Ciara Stewart said the focus had been on looking to cover everything. “It’s been pretty good and we’re trying lots of new combinations and different options heading into finals.” she said. “We had all our midcourt out one week against one of the lower sides, so we looked at different things. “Shanae Brundell is a new girl in the squad. She started as a keeper this season, but she’s now our third goaler. ‘She used to be goaler before the City West Falcons tried her in defence. She’s a tall goaling option. “Our starting seven are getting time off the court which is a new opportunity, we haven’t always had the ability to do.” Stewart said they had been training really well and making sure they’ve got all bases covered. She said this year with injuries and COVID-19, the premiership could be decided by the team with the most depth. “We’re two games clear [before Saturday’s game against Wallan, which was after deadline], with two games and a bye left,” she said. “We’ve worked hard for our wins. The first Wallan game we took away a lot of learnings from that game. “It was the loss that we needed to have. Heading into finals we’ll take a breath and take nothing for granted. “We were undefeated a couple of years ago and we went out in straight sets.” Stewart said they had been really pleased with the way Chelsea Kemp had come back from a knee injury and controlled the mid court. She said the defensive end was also playing well, winning back a lot of balls. Stewart said the focus to have depth within their squad, wasn’t just with the A-grade side, but also their B and C grade sides. There B-grade and C-grade sides were both sitting in second before the weekend’s matches, while under-19s were sitting in fourth sport. She said with the unpredictability that has had a major impact this season, there’s still a lot of uncertainty to come. The Cats were set to face Wallan in a top of the table clash on Saturday, after deadline. For the second time this season, the Cats weren’t at full strength when facing the Cats.

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Tigers aiming to finish on a high

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Several of their midcourt players were missing due to attending a wedding. In other matches that were set to be played on the Saturday, the Western Rams were set

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to host Diggers Rest, Lancefield was to play Romsey and Melton Centrals were looking to make it two in a row against Woodend-Hesket. Riddell had the bye.

Kyneton is hoping to get a few more wins on the board in the last few rounds of the Bendigo Netball League season. The Tigers were in sixth spot heading into the weekend’s match with Golden Square, which was after deadline. Speaking before the weekend’s match netball director Loryn Savoia admitted it has been a challenging season for the club. While it was a success for the club to get all five sides on the park, results have been tough. All five teams will miss finals, with the A-grade side having the best results. “We’re developing the club in a challenging league,” Savoia said. “We have a challenge against Golden Square. Hopefully we can have some success with more than one of the grades getting wins.” Savoia said there had been a good mix of youth and experience in the A-grade side. She said it had been pleasing to see some younger girls come through and have an impact. Dezyre Paiti and Manaia Vanderlee have both joined the club this season and stepped into the top side and played some good netball. Savoia said the A-reserve and B-grade sides were both developing as the season went on. It’s been good news for the Tigers off court. “We are getting some funding, which we’re happy about to help upgrade the facilities,” she said. “We have a single court and it’s not up to standard with no change rooms and storage facilities. “It’s what we’re looking to build.” Tara Murray

Kangaroos lock in Sikora as new women’s coach The Sunbury Kangaroos have announced the reappointment of Ron Sikora as their women’s coach for next season. The club took to social media on Sunday to announce the news that Sikora would be back for the 2023 and 2024 Essendon District Football League seasons. “The Sunbury Kangaroos Football Netball Club is thrilled to announce Ron Sikora has recommitted as women’s coach for a further two seasons,” the post said. “Ron joined the club last year and has seen our women’s program go from nearly needing to fold to having two women’s sides this season. “Ron’s passion for women’s footy is second to none as is the want to further grow the female program at the club.” The club said that a number of player re-signings would be announced in the coming weeks as well. The Kangaroos division 1 side had a bye on

Saturday in the final round of the season. They finished the season in fifth. The division 2 women’s side finished their season with an 11.14 (80)-0.1 (1) loss to minor premiers Tullamarine. Olivia Lacy, Kirra Ayling, Alison Wigney were named the Kangaroos best. The Sunbury Lions women’s side which plays in division 1 forfeited their final game of the season against Greenvale. Meanwhile, in the men’s division 1 competition the Kangaroos fell just short against West Coburg for a second time this season. The bottom placed Kangaroos took it up to West Coburg, with scores level in the last quarter. The Burgers kicked the final goal of the game against the win, to get the 7.13 (55)-7.6 (48) win. Nathan Carroll kicked four goals for the Kangaroos.

Mitchell Kook continued his good form and was named in the best alongside Brandon Watts and Carroll. Rupertswood’s finals hopes took a hit with a loss to Westmeadows. The two sides entered the game equal on points, it was the Tigers who led all day in the 13.6 (84)-7.13 (55) win. Brock Landt kicked three goals to be the Sharks best. The Tigers, who sit in fourth, are now a game clear of the Sharks in the race for finals. Roxburgh Park and Hillside which were in the finals race are a further game and percentage behind, meaning their hopes are over. Rupertswood faces Moonee Valley (eighth) and West Coburg (third) in the final two games of the regular season, while the Tigers face Craigieburn (ninth) and Tullamarine (second).

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Sports shorts RDNL Riddell moved into the Riddell District Netball League top five despite having a bye at the weekend. With the Western Rams losing to Diggers Rest, the four points from the bye was enough to bring the Bombers level on points with the Rams. With a superior percentage they are now in a finals spot. In other results, an understrength Macedon lost a thriller with Wallan, Lancefield got its second win of the season against Romsey and Woodend-Hesket was too strong for Melton Centrals.

By Tara Murray The finals race remains alive in the Riddell District Football League with two rounds remaining. Woodend-Hesket and Macedon will fight for the fifth and final spot in finals. The Hawks have moved into the top five after a low scoring affair with the Melton Centrals on Saturday. Neither team was able to heavily impact the scoreboard all day, with the Hawks leading from start to finish to win 6.9 (45)-3.6 (24). The Hawks scored three goals to one in the second half, which proved to be the difference. It was all single goal kickers for the Hawks, with Frank Fazzolari, James Hicks and Miles Miranda named their best. For the Centrals, Kirk Fenton and Connor Charge were named their best. The win was the Hawks 34 points, with six wins and a draw. They moved two points clear of Macedon, which suffered a big loss to Wallan on Saturday. The Magpies, who have secured a top three spot, had it all their own way in the 23.11 (149)-4.1 (25) win with the Cats struggled for numbers in recent weeks. Matthew Perri kicked nine goals in a best on ground performance for the Magpies. He now sits 11 goals clear of teammate Corey Grindlay in the league goal kicking award. For the Cats, Matthew Knox and Karl Staudt were named their best. The Cats have the bye this week, which will give them four important points in the run home. They then face a win less Western Rams in the final round of the season. The Hawks have a tougher run home and will need to be at their best if they’re to play finals for the first time in a number of years. They play Wallan this weekend, before hosting Romsey in the final round of the season. In other results on the weekend, Diggers Rest was too strong for the Western Rams with a 21.16 (142)-3.3 (21). The Burras led by 10 points at quarter time after not making the most of their scoring shots. They were able to open the game up in the second quarter with five goals to nil, before increasing the lead throughout the second half. Marcus Calvaresi kicked five goals in the win for the Burras. Luke Delahey was named best on ground. For the Rams, Ricky Cameron was named their best.

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FV Gisborne claimed the full three points but it wasn’t without a scare in the FV state league 4 west competition. On the road to Surf Coast, the Sky Blues won 3-2. The win ensures the Sky Blues will finish no lower than fourth. The Sky Blues have three matches remaining. In state league 3 north-west, Sunbury United had a 2-2 draw with the Western Eagles.

Ballarat FL The Sunbury Lions had one of their best performances of the Ballarat Football League season, beating Melton South 19.13 (127)-10.8 (68). The Lions jumped out of the blocks with seven goals in the first quarter and were able to respond when the Panthers came at them in the third quarter. Jake Sutton kicked six goals and Leigh Brennan kicked four. Mitchell Lewis was named their best.

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Romsey locked in fourth spot with a big win against Lancefield. The Redbacks controlled the game from start to finish, in the 16.22 (118)-5.1 (31) win. Dean Walsh kicked four goals in the win for the Redbacks with Nathan Rayment being named their best.

For the Tigers, Joseph Slattery and Benjamin Bryant were named their best. Riddell had the bye. This coming Saturday, Diggers Rest hosts Lancefield, Wallan hosts Woodend-Hesket, Riddell will take on the Western Rams and Romsey will face the Melton Centrals.

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