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Seaholme artist Kerrie Gotliebsen’s new exhibition ‘Greetings from Hobsons Bay’ celebrates some of the hidden gems and key landmarks of Hobsons Bay. (Joe Mastroianni) 31088

Seaholme artist Kerrie Gottliebsen has aimed to celebrate some of Hobsons Bay most iconic landmarks in her new exhibition. Incorporating photography and digital illustration, more than 70 images featured in the ‘Greetings from Hobsons Bay’ exhibition span across dozens of locations across the west, including in Altona, Williamstown and Seaholme. Gottliebsen said the works highlighted some of the west’s lesser-known destinations, while celebrating other much-loved industrial and natural landmarks. “I’m really passionate about creating these vintage inspired posters,” she said. “They’re sentimental reminders of childhood, growing up and where we experience day-to-day life with friends and family. “My designs facilitate the expression of pride, happiness, sentimentality and nostalgia for Melbourne’s west.” The exhibition will be launching at the Newport Bowls Club on Friday, December 9, with an artist talk from 7.45pm to 8.30pm, with a selection then becoming a light box installation at The Outside Gallery at Paine Reserve in Newport until next April. Details: artandindustryfestival.com.au or kerriegottliebsen.com

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Franco Cozzo’s iconic Footscray store would be transformed into a three-storey Moon Dog brewery and bar featuring a water fountain, if plans with Maribyrnong council are approved. Moon Dog Brewery is proposing to transform the Hopkins Street building into a brewery with a DJ booth and rooftop bar, but has committed to paying tribute to the furniture king. Moon Dog co-founder Karl van Buuren said he and his team were “really excited” to realise their

dreams for the site. “The building is such an iconic piece of Melbourne’s heritage and history,” he said. “We’re also looking at keeping the original furniture for people have a sit. “It will also be a three-storey venue with a rooftop bar, so there will be good views of Footscray.” The proposal has outlined that the brewery and bar will be trading from 11am to 1am for seven days a week, with no more than 900 patrons permitted on site and no more than 850 patrons after midnight.

A cult figure, Mr Cozzo arrived in Melbourne from Italy in 1956 as a 21-year-old. He became famous for sales pitches such as “Grand sale! Grand sale! Grand sale!” and the catchphrase “megalo, megalo, megalo”, a Greek word meaning, large, great or grand. As reported by Star Weekly, after half a century selling furniture in Footscray, Mr Cozzo sold the 1088-square-metre Hopkins Road premises for well over $6 million in 2018. Title documents showed a contract for sale was entered into for the site with

Derrimut-based developer Pelligra Group, and the store was listed as sold on a number of real estate advertising sites. Founded in 2010 in Melbourne by Josh and Jake Uljans and Mr van Buuren, Moon Dog began with a brewery in Abbotsford and have since expanded operations into Preston. Maribyrnong council will not make a decision on the application before Wednesday, December 21. Details: www.maribyrnong.vic. gov.au/Advertised-Planning-Applications/5458-Hopkins-Street-Footscray

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Summer is now upon us, and it is as the weather warms up that our City really comes to life. Even as the year winds down, there is still plenty to enjoy with a jam-packed calendar of festive activities – including a family friendly picnic at Braybrook Community Hub on 9 December. Santa will make an appearance and there will be a free sausage sizzle, coffee cart, activities hosted by the Western Bulldogs, and children’s entertainment including a visit from Manny the Magician.

You can also enjoy the magic of Augmented Reality in some of our shopping precincts this festive season. In Footscray, watch as Santa tries to land his sleigh in the Nicholson St Mall. In West Footscray, five street art pieces along the WeFo mural trail come to life, as do the Christmas trees in Yarraville. And in Seddon, find the gingerbread house decals to see who will pop up and say hello. The Footscray Night Market also returns this month, with delicious cuisine from around the world, along with entertainment and music. Head to Railway Reserve in Footscray on 9 and 16 December to check it out. And to close out 2022 in style, enjoy a New Year’s Eve celebration at Footscray Park – the first time since 2019 we have hosted a fireworks spectacular in our own backyard, due to COVID related cancellations. This family friendly event features an outstanding stage line-up including a Welcome to Country and performance by the Murrundaya Yepengna Dancers, directed by Amos Roach; the Emmy® award-winning Bluey Live Interactive Experience; Melbourne nine piece ensemble,The Bamboos; the infectious and electrifying Jebediah; and to close the evening, Queen Forever – the Australian Queen Tribute Show. Watch the sun go down and fireworks light up the sky at 9.30pm, nice and early for families wanting to avoid a late night and huge city crowds. Check out the Council’s website to find out about the many activities taking place in the coming months. I wish you all a very happy and safe festive season, and may you have a wonderful end to the year! Mayor Cr Sarah Carter

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DECEMBER COUNCIL MEETING Tue 13 – 6.30pm City Development Delegated Committee This meeting will be held at the Braybrook Community Hub and livestreamed via Council’s YouTube channel. Community members can submit questions for public question time online on the day of the meeting. Visit maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/meetings or phone 9688 0200 for more information.

1. Cr Anthony Tran, Mayor, Cr Sarah Carter and Deputy Mayor Cr Cuc Lam at November’s Mayoral Election 2. Cr Simon Crawford with Lidija Neskovski, President of the Macedonian Australian Community Organisation (MACO) at the Macedonian Food Festival 3. Cr Anthony Tran, Cr Simon Crawford and Cr Michael Clarke celebrating Cruickshank Park’s 50th Birthday with Lola and Peter Anderson 4. Mayor, Cr Sarah Carter and Dr Hubble visiting the Eastern Lawn at Footscray Park ahead of planned New Year’s Eve fireworks

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5. Cr Anthony Tran and Deputy Mayor, Cr Cuc Lam with performers at Kiwifest 6. Mayor, Cr Sarah Carter enjoying a taste of the Footscray Night Market with 2021 Masterchef finalist, Kishwar Chowdhury 7. Deputy Mayor, Cr Cuc Lam, with Reverend Alexandros Korlos and Archibishop Makarious of Australia at the Consecration of the Orthodox Greek Church of St. Nicholas in Yarraville commemorating the Patron Saint known as ‘the Wonderworker’ 8. Mayor, Cr Sarah Carter and local dancers from L2R Dance’s Igniting Legends program

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Police focus on summer safety By Matthew Sims Altona and Williamstown residents and visitors are advised to expect an increase in police patrols along the foreshore as summer gets under way. Victoria Police’s Operation Summersafe will be running until next March. The operation will also cover surrounding parks, entertainment precincts and public transport hubs near the beaches. General duties police officers will work alongside specialist units including the mounted branch, water police, public order response team, highway patrol and transit

safety division. Mobile policing units in vans will also be deployed across the busiest areas to form a central hub for police to engage with the community and keep track of any anti-social or criminal activity. Police are warning they will not tolerate anyone drinking alcohol excessively, taking illegal substances, engaging in risky behaviour or driving under the influence. Hobsons Bay Inspector Timothy O’Connor said the patrols will aim to maintain public order and disrupt any criminal offences. “Wherever or however, you choose to

celebrate summer, we ask that you respect the community that you are in so that we can all celebrate summer safely,” he said. “We have zero tolerance for any selfish or anti-social behaviour that threatens the safety of our community. “We will be maintaining a strong presence across our coastal and foreshore locations.” Police will be accessing an extensive CCTV network to share up-to-date information to officers on the ground. The approach will be focusing on keeping the community safe, detecting any potential criminal offending and keeping the roads safe

through roadside drug and alcohol tests, with the effort running day and night. Port Phillip local area commander Inspector Jackie Kline said everyone has the right to enjoy summer safely. To report any suspicious or anti-social behaviour, contact the Police Assistance Line on 131 444, or in an emergency, call triple-0.

New hospital taking shape in Footscray

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Crafty ladies hooked on Christmas The Christmas spirit is alive and well in Hobsons Bay, with a local group of women creating a Christmas tree made out of more than 3000 granny squares. Williamstown yarn store Pick Up Stitches’ Sharon Boxshall joined with locals Tricia Salau and Jill Bilston to co-ordinate the project. Ms Salau said the project began as a way to bring women out of their narrowed comfort zones following the COVID-19 lockdowns. “Starter kits of eight small balls of wool, crochet hook and patterns in a cute zip lock bag were given out to interested crocheters,“ she said. “Word got around and within a month,

women from Williamstown, Laverton, Altona North, South Kingsville and every other suburb had their hook out and the squares began. “Craft groups got in touch with us, and kits were delivered.“ The launch of the tree will be held from 10am on Saturday, December 10 at 193 Nelson Place in Williamstown. Ms Salau said support came from far and wide for the project. “This craft project encouraged craft groups, social groups, service clubs and hundreds of individuals across Hobsons Bay,“ she said. “Before long, new crocheters joined groups, met with friends at coffee shops or gathered in

homes to chat and crochet. “Over 300 women have been involved in the making of the squares or the many jobs to do in getting squares ready.“ People who wanted to contribute to the project but who could not crochet had the opportunity to enrol in free workshops across the region. The group thanked Williamstown MP Melissa Horne and Pick Up Stitches for funding and in-kind support for the project. The tree will be on show until Friday, January 13.

In one of his first public appearances since Labor’s win in the recent state election, Premier Daniel Andrews donned his hard hat to thank workers on the new Footscray Hospital site for their work and receive an update on the project. He joined Footscray MP Katie Hall and Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas for the visit on Tuesday, November 29. Delivered via a $1.5 billion commitment through the state government’s Victoria’s Big Build initiative and located on the corner of Ballarat Road and Geelong Road, the Western Health hospital would include about 200 beds, with the ability to accommodate about 15,000 patients and 20,000 people at the emergency department each year. Ms Hall said the project was a “once-in-a-generation investment for Footscray”. “Our hardworking healthcare workers deserve world-class modern facilities to do what they do best – keep local families healthy and save lives,” she said. “The progress made on the project since construction got under way last year is phenomenal. “There’s 600 workers on site now, building a huge new hospital for the west.” The project recently surpassed another milestone, installing eight 13-metre-high V-columns supporting a load of about 6000 tonnes, with each weighing more than 90 tonnes. The hospital is set to be open to the public in 2025. Details: www.vhba.vic.gov.au/health/ hospitals/new-footscray-hospital

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Making way for the next generation of AI aged care Aged care provider McKenzie Aged Care will be collaborating with Victoria University and other tertiary education providers and partner organisations to fund 13 university student scholarships to work towards solutions for how the role of technology can improve service delivery in aged care. As part of CSIRO’s Next Generation Graduates Program’s Developing Digital Capabilities to Support the Aged Care Sector initiative, McKenzie Aged Care will also be partnering with RMIT University and the University of Newcastle, as well as Fronditha Care, SmartHeal, Netlinkz and CSIRO’s

Data61, to fund the scholarships over the next four years. McKenzie Aged Care chief executive Simon Keating said there is no doubt that AI and other assistive technologies can assist staff and residents in the day-to-day operations in the residential aged care environment. “We are thrilled to be involved with this exceptional group of organisations, universities and research bodies, who will be applying their knowledge and skills to develop a future aged care landscape that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies to reimagine the role that technology plays in an

aged care setting,” he said. “The program provides exciting opportunities for university students seeking a career in AI and emerging technologies, while helping to improve the future delivery of quality care to older Australians. “Digital innovations, such as incident detection and using facial recognition to detect whether a resident is in pain or distress, along with technologies and software that improve the efficiency of administrative tasks, will allow the aged care sector to provide improved levels of care for older Australians.” The program will provide stipends for

domestic students at Honours and all postgraduate levels, actual industry exposure and partner placements to develop skills and allow them to network and will encourage students from all academic backgrounds to apply. CSIRO estimates that Australian industry will need up to 161,000 new AI specialist and AI savvy workers by 2030. Details: www.csiro.au/en/work-with-us/ funding-programs/funding/next-generationgraduates-programs Matthew Sims

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Neglect is top RSPCA concern More than 160 cases of animal cruelty were reported in Maribyrnong in 2021-22, latest RSPCA data reveals. Meanwhile 113 cases were recorded in Hobons Bay during the same period. Maribyrnong had the 24th highest number of animal cruelty cases in the state, while Hobsons Bay recored the highest number of cases. Out of the 10,577 cruelty reports recorded across Victoria during the 2021-22 financial year, neglect continued to be the most

common type of report received, with neglect the basis for 46 per cent of recorded cases, meaning members of the community had reported knowledge of animals subjected to lack of food, water, shelter or veterinary care. RSPCA Victoria chief inspector Michael Stagg said pet owners should look at the resources available to support them to avoid neglecting their pets. “For many, the perception of animal cruelty relates to deliberate acts such as beating or wounding, and while this does occur, the data

consistently shows the most common form of cruelty is neglect,” he said. “There are many responsible pet ownership resources available, and we encourage anyone who is the owner or person in charge of animals to be aware of their responsibilities to provide care, or alternatively to seek help from their local council, a veterinarian or animal welfare organisation. “It is important all pet owners understand the specific needs of their pets in terms of food, water, shelter, grooming and exercise.”

If you have pets or are in charge of animals, make sure you provide them with sufficient food, access to clean water, adequate shelter, a clean and secure living space, regular veterinary checks, regular grooming, dental checks and farrier visits for horses.” Greater Geelong, Casey and Wyndham recorded the highest cases of animal cruelty, with 552, 531 and 379 reports respectively. Anyone with concerns about animal cruelty can contact RSPCA Victoria on 9224 2222 or visit www.rspcavic.org

Take a flavour journey Footscray’s Railway Reserve has transformed into a foodie’s nirvana as part of the return of the Footscray Night Market event series. The program kicked off on Friday, December 2 with a curry and spice focus, showcasing rich spice seasonings, a special program of Bollywood and Sri Lankan performances, live music from Faisal Amlani and empanadas from Masterchef 2021 finalist Kishwar Chowdhury. Herb and chilli will be among the flavours on show on Friday, December 9 from 5pm to 9pm, alongisde entertainment from traditional Chinese lion dancers, an African drum and dance ensemble and Mauritian band Sonik Waves. Local Ethopian restaurant Konjo will also be sharing their culinary delights with visitors, as well as Jamaican flavours on show at The Real Jerk Food Truck, West African curries & Jollof rice with Tastes Of Senegal and Indian flavours with Two Fat Indians. Flames will then be blazing on Friday, December 16 from 5pm to 9pm for the

barbecue and grill night, alongside live music, drumming and a performance from drum and dance ensemble Once Spirit Africa. Asian barbecue restaurant VN Cuisine will also offer up delicious goodies, while Flamin’ Skewers will bring a Filipino twist and The Greek Stop will be grilling up Greek wares. Maribyrnong mayor Sarah Carter said the event series would present visitors with cuisines from around the world. “A staple in our summer calendar, Footscray Night Market is a foodie lover’s dream,” she said. “The accompanying live entertainment and music showcases the wonderful melting pot of cultures here in the west. “There is something for everyone, so head down Railway Reserve to kick off your summer with us.” The events will also include roving performers, free face painting and an inflatable bouncing castle for young visitors.

Maribyrnong mayor Sarah Carter and MasterChef 2021 finalist Kishwar Chowdhury are excited to launch the 2022 Footscray Night Market on Friday, December 2. (Supplied)

Job placement milestone Not-for-profit employment services organisation MEGT has recently reached a milestone, helping 100 job seekers secure a job through its Enhanced Services (ES) program focusing on the western suburbs of Melbourne. Launched on July 1 under the federal government’s Workforce Australia network, the program has delivered services across offices in Footscray, Werribee, Sunshine, Altona and Melton and engaged about 4500 people so far. MEGT Workforce Australia operations manager Maria Griffin said the program has successfully helped connect job seekers with employers since launching in July. “We’ve been able to successfully speak to all of our participants since then,” she said. “MEGT has relationships with over 6000 people across the region.”

Ms Griffin said their support services also included helping job seekers receive the appropriate qualifications or accreditations for a specific job, such as a forklift license. “We also deliver apprenticeships and traineeships across the west.” Sheep wool broker and buyer Fox & Lillie Rural, which has an independent wool showfloor in Laverton North, has employed Brett Gartner as the show floor storeman for the past four months through the ES program. Fox & Lillie Rural national wool brokerage manager Eamon Timms said MEGT’s services through the ES program helped them employ the best individual for the position. “We’re very happy with the quality of the candidates they put forward to us,” he said. Details: www.megt.com.au or 13 69 63

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The application and supporting documentation may be inspected via Council’s online permit management system ‘Greenlight’, at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au. If you do not have internet access contact Council on 1300 179 944 between 8.30am and 5.00pm to make other arrangements. Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Council in writing by 22 December 2022, including the reasons for an objection and stating how the objector would be affected. Objectors will be advised of the decision. For further information, please contact Sue Gauci on 1300 179 944.

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Lifestyle Residences Hobsons Bay Pty Ltd C/- Ratio Consultants has lodged a planning application to use and develop the land for a retirement village and restaurant, construct buildings and works in the Special Building Overlay and alter access in a Transport Zone 2.

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World Cup hero is homegrown By Liam McNally As Mathew Leckie scored the game-winning goal for Australia against Denmark in the World Cup Qatar, his family were shouting at their TV’s, watching his World Cup exploits from their home in Eynesbury. Hailing from Melbourne’s west, Mathew’s goal was enough to secure Australia a place in the round of 16 for just the second time. However, the Socceroos’ tournament came to an end on Sunday when they lost to Argentina 2-1. Leckie’s father, Edward Leckie has been living in the Melton area for about 30 years,

and said watching his son’s goal in the early hours of last Thursday morning was “amazing”. “It took me 10 minutes to calm down,” he said. “He’s been working so hard, and he’s been close so many times with the Socceroos and he’s finally got his career goal so I’m very happy for him.” Mathew grew up in St Albans in his younger years, before his family moved further west where he attended Kurunjang Secondary College. Edward remembers taking Leckie to his first soccer practices for the Brimbank

Stallions, he said Leckie had tried AFL for a year first for St Albans’ under-11’s side. “They wouldn’t pass the ball to him, so he decided he was going to try soccer because he told me that if he gets the ball then they’ve gotta get it off him,” he said. “He decided when he started playing, he said ‘I’m not gonna get a job dad, I’m gonna become a professional soccer player’. I said, ‘oh, are you?’ “I’d have to take him to training and the minute I’d walk in from work he’d be saying ‘c’mon dad let’s go’, wouldn’t even eat anything or change, and that’s how he’s been ever since, it’s just train, train, train, work

hard. He’s done very well.” Brimbank Stallions vice president Robert Di Filippo said the club is not “one bit surprised” with the goal he scored. “We at the club are obviously very proud of Mathew in both who he is as a person and all that he has achieved throughout his career,” he said. “Mathew started his football career here at the club as a junior, he was a great kid who was clearly very talented and dedicated to the sport. “As a player you always remember your first club and we are very proud to be part of his history!”

Fundraising for ‘Boppy’ At six years of age, Altona’s Floyd Dyer has been taking an early stand against prostate cancer, all in support of his grandfather Steve. With an initial goal of raising $1000 for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA), he has exceeded the $4800 mark ahead of cutting his hair on December 1 to mark the end of his year-long fundraising effort. Floyd said his ‘Boppy’ is his hero. “He teaches me so many things and is the best Boppy anyone could ask for,” he said. “I don’t like prostate cancer, so I want to help make a cure.” Steve received his advanced prostate cancer diagnosis four years ago at the age of 60. PCFA chief executive Anne Savage said about 330 men received a new prostate cancer diagnosis in Melbourne’s west each year. “Only 14.5 per cent of prostate cancers in

the region are detected at stage one, when the disease is easier to beat,” she said. “We know that many local families are facing prostate cancer right now and will need special care and support.” Ms Savage said Floyd’s efforts would ensure all men are supported in their battles against prostate cancer. “We are proud to work with champions like Floyd to make this happen and ensure his grandad,” she said. “We are tremendously grateful to have champions like Floyd helping us fund new research, specialist nurses, and awareness activities that benefit men and families in the local area,” she said. In Australia, 66 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every day. Details: fundraise.pcfa.org.au/fundraisers/ floyddyer, 1800 22 00 99 or www.pcfa.org.au

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Pitching in to make life better By Cr Jonathon Marsden The best thing about being on council is travelling around Hobsons Bay and meeting and talking to our residents. So many of us are so passionate about our neighbourhoods and have great ideas about how to make them better. No two places are the same. Sometimes it’s only by living somewhere every day that you gain that knowledge of what would make life better for your area. That’s why we are so excited to see what comes out of Pitch Your Project 2023. Pitch Your Project is a way for residents to send in their ideas for projects that will make Hobsons Bay a better place to live, work, play and study. You might have an idea that fixes a problem in your neighbourhood or that would really bring the community together. It’s a great opportunity for people who have a brilliant proposal but don’t know how to make it happen. This is your chance to put those ideas to the council. All ideas get assessed and the shortlist goes to a community vote. The projects that are selected will be delivered by council in the 2023-24 financial year. Up to $50,000 is available to deliver each project. Check out our website at hobsonsbay.vic. gov.au/pitch for more information or to submit your idea. The other thing I’m really chuffed to see is

Briefs Fatal collision Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives have begun investigations into a fatal collision in Altona North on Sunday, December 4. Police have alleged that a car, which was reversing on Delphin Avenue, collided with a motorcycle at about 12.10pm. The 37-year-old Altona North man, who was riding the motorcycle, died at the scene. Police have interviewed the driver of the car, a 43-year-old Altona North woman, and have released her pending further inquiries.

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the launch of a new app that allows people to discover all the great arts and culture and heritage sites around our city. It’s called Experience Hobsons Bay. The app has maps pinpointing some great places of interest in the 12 suburbs that make up our city and provides information to understand the backstory and meaning of each place. Whether it’s public art or street art, sculptures or just places with long and interesting histories, I think you’ll find this app to be a great way for locals and visitors to know Hobsons Bay better. I am really proud of the rich history of Hobsons Bay and want us to celebrate it as much as we can. I hope this app inspires you to discover new places and to see our home with fresh eyes.

The re-elected state Government has named its new cabinet, which included Williamstown MP Melissa Horne as the new roads and road safety minister. She will also be the minister for local government, casino, gaming and liquor regulation and ports and freight. The new cabinet was sworn in on Monday, December 5.

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Introducing MyMaribyrnong – a one-stop shop to access Council services MyMaribyrnong – a new online portal where residents can self-manage transactions and interactions with Council at the click of a mouse, is now live. It can be used for a range of daily transactions, including paying for animal registrations, applying for parking permits and logging service requests with Council. Property owners can find out when their next rates instalment is due, view historical rates information and pay upcoming instalments. Residents who already have an account with Council will receive an email from us before the end of this year inviting them to activate their MyMaribyrnong log in. Residents without an existing account can now create their own MyMaribyrnong account by visiting our website. Those who prefer to interact with us offline, can still continue to do so by phone and in-person. For more information and to use the portal, visit maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/MyMaribyrnong

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Fun entertainment cube Altona’s Logan Reserve is becoming a hub of performance theatre and projections as local theatre company, Born in a Taxi, presents its transparent venue The CUBE. Designed and built by local sculptor David Murphy, each day will host a new experience for visitors, including to a special dance, comedy and participatory theatre performance to a showcase of local street art. The CUBE is launching today (Wednesday, December 7) with ‘Butterfly House’, which tells stories of flight and metamorphosis through interactive performance, puppetry and song, while spectators are also invited to create their own butterflies from recycled chip packets, with the show starting at 12.30pm and then open from 1.30pm to 7pm on Wednesday. ‘Butterfly House’ will then be returning on Thursday, December 8 for shows at 12.30pm and 4.30pm, with the installation open from 5.30pm to 8pm. On Friday, December 9, the installation will host special screenings of Born in a Taxi’s interactive work ‘Please Wait Here’, local short films and an animation screening from 7.30pm. The theatre company will be exhibiting their show Enlighten on Saturday, December 10 from 8pm to 9.30pm. The CUBE will host an art gallery with artwork being created live by local street artist Aki Yaguchi on Sunday, December 11, before transforming into a dance floor for local dance group L2R Dance hitting up the dance floor with MC Philly and DJ Antagonize. Visitors to The CUBE on Monday, December 12 will have a chance to experience artist A Million Things’ ‘Numinous Bloom’ interactive mechanical garden, open from noon to 10pm. The CUBE will then close off the season with a night of contemporary performance and

The CUBE will be making its way to Altona’s Logan Reserve from Wednesday, December 7 to Tuesday, December 13. (Catherine Grace)

dance explorations from Melbourne’s most experienced dancers on Tuesday, December 13 from 8.30pm to 9.30pm. Funded by Hobsons Bay council and Creative Victoria, all performances are free to the public.

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Council wants ideas pitched Hobsons Bay residents are encouraged to propose new ideas for a more inclusive, empowered and sustainable community as part of the Pitch Your Project initiative. The Hobsons Bay council initiative will give community members a chance to tell council about projects they think would make the region a better place. The council will approve grants of up to $50,000 per project, with the council shortlisting the best ideas for the community to vote on next April and then delivered as part of the 2023-24 budget. Hobsons Bay mayor Tony Briffa said the program is an opportunity for the community to see their dreams for the area become a reality. “If you’ve ever had an idea you think would make your neighbourhood better, this is your chance to tell us,” she said. “Pitch Your Project is a great opportunity for anyone in Hobsons Bay - residents, community groups, sports clubs, businesses and organisations - to share their ideas that might really make a difference to the lives of people around them. “This is a unique chance to be able to pitch that project you might have had for a while, so I encourage anyone who’s got a project in mind to come forward and pitch it to us.” Submissions close on Monday, January 23, 2023. Details: www.hobsonsbay.vic. gov.au /Cou nci l /Cu r rent-Projec ts/ Pitch-Your-Project

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Dynon Road between Dryburgh St and the CityLink inbound exit ramp will be closed in both directions from 10pm Saturday 26 November to 7am Thursday 22 December so we can continue building the elevated road between Maribyrnong River and the CBD.

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Hobsons Bay Community Fund committee member Julie du Plessis and chair Adrian Butera visited Bayside College recently to celebrate the conclusion of the program. (Supplied)

Lessons in philanthropy By Matthew Sims A group of Bayside College Williamstown campus year 9 students has taken a close look at the process of how to allocate grants to community organisations. As part of the Schools in Philanthropy program, the Hobsons Bay Community Fund [HBCF] engaged with Bayside College to help the students develop awareness about local social issues, learn about community leadership, philanthropy and the work of the HBCF. Through the program, the students had five options for local community groups in need of extra funding and were required to decide which organisation would receive an extra $500 through the HBCF. The total of the grant amounts requested

by the organisations exceeded the amount available, so the students needed to carefully evaluate the requests in order to make informed decisions about how the funds would be dispersed. HBCF committee member Julie du Plessis said about 20 students took part in the program and decided to award the $500 to the Williamstown Community and Education Centre [WCEC] for the delivery of its ongoing education programs to local asylum seekers and refugees. “There was a big debate,” she said. The program involved the students assessing grant applications, interviewing representatives from the community organisations and making values-based judgements about these applications. Team leader Maria Molnar said the program

helped shine a light on how non-profit organisations provide essential services to people in need and how valuable grants are to these organisations. Fellow team leader Alexandra Rudinas said the program was a fun and enlightening experience. “We’ve thoroughly enjoyed the program knowing that we are assisting those who are struggling, helping them get back onto their feet,” she said. WCEC chief executive Mark Brophy said the program was another linkage between their organisation and the broader community. “I think it’s a great initiative,” he said. “It’s good to get youths involved.” The Schools in Philanthropy program was established by the Geelong Community Foundation in 2011.

From a disability choir to a dreamtime cooking museum program, Maribyrnong council has awarded grants to more than 30 community groups as part of its annual grants program. Totalling $255,000, which is an increase of $85,000 compared to last year, the grants program would aim to remove barriers to participation for people living with disability, create and strengthen social connections for community members (including at risk communities), and reconciliation. The successful grant applicants included the disability choir at Angliss Neighbourhood House, Endeavor Youth Australia towards running a Futsal tournament and Melbourne’s Living Museum of the West towards delivering a Dreamtime Cooking program exploring the use of indigenous ingredients. Museum spokesperson Dr Kerrie Poliness said First Nations, Filipino, Chinese, Vietnamese and Horn of Africa recipes would appear on the program menu. “The Dreamtime Cooking Program was created to help promote connectedness between diverse communities encouraging them to feel welcome in the natural environment of Pipemakers Park where indigenous plants can be found all around the Living Museum,” she said. Maribyrnong mayor Sarah Carter said “It is pleasing to see the funds allocated across a range of diverse projects which will help a large number of groups deliver on their individual visions”.

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- Mary Coustas “We all reverted to very animal instincts.” Coustas said the main highlight of the show was Effie’s interactions with the audience. “Effie sees herself as the people’s boofhead,” she said. “Half the show is improvised. “That’s when it becomes a high-wire act.” Coustas said people of all ages come to the shows, even children as young as 14. “People have bought the box set and shown it to their kids,” she said. Coustas said the show also attracted LGBTQIA+ viewers and viewers across a “really diverse” range of racial and cultural backgrounds. “It’s a character that represents a lot of the minorities,” she said. Coustas said the character is a representation of the racism she experienced living in Doncaster in the 1970s, which is mirrored

in the racism which Effie experienced while growing up in Broadmeadows. Effie said she is looking forward to getting up close and personal with Yarraville audiences. “Help me lift the weight of ugliness and isolation off my very attractive chest in this up close and personal end of year laugh fest,” she

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said. “Don’t miss it ˜ it’s a classic.” Effie originally appeared in the Channel Seven show ‘Acropolis Now’ from 1989 to 1992. ‘Better Out Than In’ will be showing on Friday, December 9 and Saturday, December 10, with dinner and show tickets available. Details: yarravillelive.com

Footscray crew set to support rap legend Footscray-based G-funk hip hop crew Sneakerheads will be supporting West Coast G-Funk pioneer DJ Quik. DJ Quik will be headlining the show at Laundry Bar in Fitzroy on Friday, December 9 from 8pm to 11.30pm. Sneakerheads member Al-flex said learning they will be a support act for DJ Quik was a “great moment”. “I actually couldn’t believe it myself,” he said. “I’d say that his impact was signficant on the West Coast scene.” Performing as an outfit since 2018, Sneakerheads also consists of Vision and DJ Daily. “We’ve had a really close freindship for much longer,” Al-flex said. Al-flex said the group’s sound was unique via its use of the talk box. “We’re really interested in exploring that sound,” he said. “It just really hypnotises the crowd.” Al-flex said he and the other crew members are looking forward to showing off hip hop talents in the western suburbs of Melbounre. “We love representing the west,” he said. DJ Quik has collaborated with Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, 2pac and Chingy. Details: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ dj-quik-tickets-444413491717

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Greek comedy superstar Effie Stephanidis is coming to the Yarraville Club for two special Christmas performances of her show ‘Better Out Than In’. Actress and comedian Mary Coustas said the show will be a look back at how Effie coped during the COVID-19 lockdowns. “Prior to COVID, whe’d been living in a false economy of illusions,” she said. “She had to take a long hard look at herself. “She had to try and stay positive.” Coustas said the show is a celebration of connection following COVID. “It’s the one issue we all have in common,” she said.

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Illustrator draws on a quick wit Footscray-based illustrator Oslo Davis has turned his sharp wit towards the city which has been his home for two decades in his new book, ‘Oslo’s Melbourne’. From having four seasons in one day to the camaraderie of fellow dog owners, the book is full of humour and insight into what makes the city tick. Matthew Sims speaks with him about why laughter can be the best medicine.

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- Oslo Davis “I had no idea if anyone would turn up,” he said. “Looking over it now with a degree of distance, it’s still a mystery why those editors and art directors asked a non-authority to draw about Melbourne. “I’m willing to trust their judgement and hang around this city for a while longer, even if it’s because living somewhere else is too frightening.” Davis has been drawing and writing for various publications and projects worldwide for a number of years, including The New York Times, The Guardian, The Monthly, SBS and Readings.

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His weekly cartoon series, Overheard, has been published in The Age since 2007. Davis is also the author of the This Annoying Life colouring-book series and he is a Walkley Award and American Illustration Award finalist. Davis, his wife, two daughters and Australian terrier Pluto have fallen in love with Footscray

since moving to the area in the early 2000s. “I grew up in Tasmania,” he said. “I’ve been in Melbourne almost 20 years now. “We’ve spent most our lives living in Footscray.” Davis said the book aims to find a middle ground between an acerbic and a compassionate perspective on Melbourne.

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The Keilor Electric Off Road Car Association is featured in the book. Oslo Davis at work in his studio.

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He details his regular visits to the Victoria University pool in Footscray and his decision to enter an ocean swimming competition. “I stop a lot, maybe every two or three laps,” Davis said. “My breathing is terrible and I have no rhythm. “It’s painful but in a good way, like eating spicy biryani.” Davis hopes the book will act as a new perspective for Melburnians. “I guess the thing that I want this book to be is something that you don’t see or read,” he said. “It’s kind of a light-hearted teasing of Melbourne.” Davis said he aimed for the book to be a “bit of fun”. “We take ourselves far too seriously,” he said. “I think we’ve kind of forgotten how to make fun of ourselves.” ‘Oslo’s Melbourne’ is available at The Sun Bookshop in Yarraville and The Chestnut Tree Bookshop in West Footscray. Details: oslodavis.com

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“This was a really fun thing we did during lockdown,” he said. “It was kind of my way of spreading some silliness.” “It was a project to keep me busy.” What is evident in Davis’ drawings is despite viewing the city through cynical humour reminiscent of Larry David or Woody Allen, he still holds a lot of love for the city and its people. From writing about nude mannequins at Highpoint to a lone man driving his remote control car at the Keilor Electric Off Road Car Association, his drawings and writings breathe life into the static parts of the city, finding peace in the sporadic movement of things and people, as if seeing all things as in a constant state of movement. “Lifeless mannequins/Loiter nude out front Sportscraft/Plastic and awkward,” he writes in the style of a haiku. “Fully grown man fangs/His RC buggy. Tara’s/Home with the toddler.” One of Davis’ other loves exhibited in the book is his love for swimming.

Inset: The cover of ‘Oslo’s Melbourne’.

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Pupils show off robotic skills Altona North Primary School’s grade 5 and 6 cohort has shown off skills in using robots to overcome challenges at the school’s annual robotics expo. Held on Thursday, November 24, the event involved 39 pupils showcasing the skills they have accumulated since starting to learn about the powers of robotics in prep. Grade 5 and 6 teacher Jessica Duffy said this year’s theme was ‘The Robo Games’, which involved the pupils designing tracks with ramps, tunnels and different levels. “Students worked immensely hard in a collaborative group across the year to plan, build, and program various innovative robots,” she said. “Students had to draft and design a unique mission where the robot had to be victorious and overcome challenges or obstacles.” Guests and fellow pupils voted on their favourite display with Hussein, Lachlan and Kham’s taking out the day with their artistic volcano and jungle design.

Altona North Primary School’s grade 5 and 6 group enjoyed the annual Robotics Expo event.

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How to ward off mozzie nasties By Christopher Carter, chief executive, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network No one needs reminding that spring this year was a wet and wild affair, or that forecasts suggest the summer might also be a bit damp. And while it’s a Melbourne hobby to complain about the weather, the combination of rain and brief periods of sun means that we would do well to take precautions against an old but resurgent health risk. Warmth and water provide ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, and populations of these flying nuisances are exploding. Mozzie bites are annoying at the best of times, but we need to be especially on guard now, because there’s a risk that a bite might end up as something more serious than an itchy little lump. There are almost 300 species of mosquito found in Australia, but only a few of them feast on humans. Those that do, however, sometimes carry germs that can infect us and occasionally cause severe illness. In Victoria we are spared two of the world’s most common mosquito-linked diseases – malaria and dengue fever – but there are some others that can potentially cause us harm. Mosquito-borne nasties that might be circulating around where you live are Ross River virus disease, Barmah Forest virus disease, Murray Valley encephalitis, Japanese encephalitis and Buruli ulcer. It’s important to note that here these diseases are rare and in most cases don’t produce any symptoms. In the small percentage that do result in illness, however, an even smaller percentage can develop very serious problems. The first symptoms of mosquito-borne illnesses are often fevers that don’t show for

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Dinjerra school fete Dinjerra Primary School is hosting a special Family Fiesta event with a community market with more than 30 stalls, a stage for student performances, food trucks and vans. Friday, December 9, from 4pm to 7pm. Gold coin donation. This week’s photographer’s picture is of Jamaican Food and Music Festival organiser Stick Mareebo. (Damjan Janevski) 310091

The CUBE Altona’s Logan Reserve will become a hub of performance theatre and projections as local theatre company Born in a Taxi presents its transparent venue The CUBE. Designed and built by local sculptor David Murphy, each day will host a new experience for visitors, including to a special dance, comedy and participatory theatre performance to a showcase of local street art. The CUBE will launch on Wednesday, December 7 and run until Tuesday, December 13. ■ www.borninataxi.com.au

Pieces at The Substation Three unique voices within Melbourne’s dance scene will be bringing their newest creations to The Substation. Lucy Guerin Inc’s newest exhibition of its show Pieces will be hitting the stage in Newport from Wednesday, December 14 to Saturday, December 17. Pieces will be exhibited at The Substation from 7.30pm from Wednesday, December 14 to Saturday, December 17 with a 3pm matinee performance on Saturday, December 17. There will be also be an Auslan interpreted artist talk following the performance on Friday, December 16. ■ thesubstation.org.au/program/ pieces-2022

Cherry Lake Market Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market is holding a special Christmas market on Sunday, December 18. Set between Millers Road and the stunning Cherry Lake in Altona, this market has something for everyone. The market hosts more than 60 stalls selling plants, bric-a-brac, handcrafts, hot jam donuts, tools, clothing and much more. There is live music every month from the Cherry Lake Cultural Series, showcasing local musicians from across Hobsons Bay. From 9am to 1pm. Cherry Lake, Millers Road, Altona. ■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market or cherrylakemarket@gmail.com

Christmas picnic The Braybrook Community Hub is hosting a fun family evening at Aeroplane Park in Braybrook. There will be lots of free activities including face painting, pony rides, a magician, a free coffee van, local artisan market stalls, art activities, a visit from Santa Claus, refreshments and a sausage sizzle. All are welcome. Bring your family and friends, a rug and picnic basket, full of your favourite goodies and have a fabulous evening. 6pm to 8pm on Friday, December 9. Braybrook Community Hub, 107-139 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Events/ Braybrook-Christmas-picnic-in-the-park or 9188 5800

Jamaican Music & Food Festival On Saturday, December 10, like-minded Jamaican music and food fans will get to experience one day of reggae, dub, rocksteady and dancehall music. Sound-tracked by the very best DJs, artists and live music the country has to offer, the Jamaican Music & Food Festival has become a benchmark for performance inspired by and straight out of Jamaica. Come together to experience one glorious summertime day of reggae, dub, rocksteady and dancehall music. Seaworks Maritime

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Play along sessions The Newport Folk and Fiddle Group Beginner Play Along group offers a great way for you and your family to connect to music. If you are an absolute beginner or have decided to pick up that dusty or unused instrument or have some experience and want to try a new instrument in a safe, casual and welcoming environment, why not come down and have some fun, share a cuppa, bring the kids and maybe even learn something new? All instruments and levels of expertise are welcomed where the main aim is to enjoy music and have fun. The group is led by Danny. who creates a welcoming and casual environment. These sessions are a great way to musically express yourself and connect with others with a similar interest in a safe and friendly environment. The group will meet Saturday, December 17, from 6.30pm-8.30pm, at 2nd Newport Scouts, 6 Market Street, Newport. ■ www.nffc.org.au/beginner-playalong

Introduction to computer classes The Williamstown Community and Education Centre is offering free enrolment for the rest of the year for Beginners Computer classes. Classes are on most days of the week, mornings or afternoon, at either Joan Kirner House Williamstown or Altona North Library. ■ Lynne, 9397 6168

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Award-winning Melbourne playwright Kieran Carroll be exhibiting his new work ‘Enough is Enough’ at the Bluestone Church Arts Space on Thursday, December 8, from 6pm, followed by a panel discussion. The work is set around a suburban hotel and its visitors’ struggles with gambling. ■ www.eventbrite.com.au/e/enough-isenough-free-performance-and-discussiontickets-459604608757

Is English your second language? Do you want to improve your English language skills? Practice speaking English with friendly volunteer tutors in informal and interactive group sessions. Light refreshments provided. Weekly each Monday during school terms from 1pm-3pm at Altona Library. ■ Jill Mackenzie, 0439 994 705 or vintage@esc.net.au, or Joe Pellone, 0431 915 970 or joepellone@gmail.com

International Cadet Class 2022 The Royal Yacht Club of Victoria is hosting the International Cadet Class 2022 World Championship incorporating the International Cadet Class 2022 Australian Championship and International Cadet Class World Championship. The International Cadet Class is the only World Sailing doublehanded junior class boat catering for the ages of 7-17. It is currently sailed in 19 countries across four continents. As well as an action-packed sailing schedule, there will be a strong social program including activities, food and drinks and live music. The event runs between December 19 and January 2, between 10am and 5pm. ■ rycv.com.au

Footscray Night Market The Footscray Night Market is set to return this December taking place on three Friday evenings in the historic gardens of Railway Reserve in Footscray. Each Friday night will offer a different cuisine from around the world matched with a full line-up of entertainment showcasing each culture. Applications are now open for local food traders who are interested to trade at the Footscray Night Market. 5pm to 9pm on Friday, December 9 and 16. ■ www.foodietrails.com.au/events/footscraynight-market-2022

Cobber Club Cobber Club provides exercises suitable for seniors, including chair exercises. The club meets on Mondays at 10am at Oz Tenpin at 2 Linmax Court, Point Cook on the first Monday of each month, Altona RSL at 63 Sargood Street, Altona on the second and fourth Mondays and at the Altona Badminton Centre at 271 Mason Street in Altona North.

AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club Would you like to develop confidence in communicating, competence with language and clarity in writing? AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club would like to invite any and all residents to join them on the first and third Thursday of every month to help develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets at the Laverton Community Hub, 95-105 Railway Avenue, Laverton from 7-9.30pm. ■ Helen Fairlie, 0474 498 052

Art workshops The Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre presents MonArt. Workshops for people of all abilities facilitated by community art specialist Amanda Neville, Mondays 10am-11.30am. $5 casual fee each week. ■ admin@ljac.com.au or 9398 2511

West Footscray Rotary The Rotary Club of West Footscray meets at the Medway Golf Club in Maidstone for lunch, fellowship and guest speakers each Wednesday from 12.30 until 2pm. New members and visitors welcome. ■ David, 0416 497 398

Walking group The Altona Meadows & Newport Heart Foundation Walking Group is a local community of men and women committed to walking and socialising together for about 60 minutes. It meets Wednesdays at 10am at the Jolly Miller Cafe in Altona Meadows or Fridays at 10am at the Newport Lakes Reserve. Members are required to register with the Heart Foundation in order to join. ■ Ian Watson, 0411 566 862 or www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona-Meadows-and -NewportHeart-Foundation-Walking-Groups

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MOTOR STARWEEKLY.COM.AU AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Ford Ranger Raptor from $85,490 SPECIFICATIONS Ford Ranger Raptor 3.0L twin-turbo V6 petrol, 10sp automatic, 4WD Utility

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Raptor flies in the face of rivals By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring Driving the Ranger Raptor can give you a sore throat. Pull up, climb down and most likely someone will be standing there wanting you to fill them in on the workings of Ford’s super ute. There again, probably it was the sunset Sedona Orange duco of the test vehicle that had caught his or her eye. Generally, a long list of questions had to be answered before parting company with the onlooker of envious eye. Hence the driver’s dry throat. The last time this happened was years ago when a bunch of bikies bailed me up demanding info on the Mercedes-Benz SL 500 I was trying out. The 2023 dual cab Raptor lives up to its wild-world moniker representing the bird of prey in all its elusive power and engaging street presence, the latter emphasised by contrasting black wheels and signature grille, plus ‘RAPTOR’ decals on its flanks. The Ranger Raptor has been around for a while, four years to be exact, and like its predecessor, the latest generation, developed by the Australian design and engineering team with Ford Performance DNA, relies on Ford’s F-Series trucks for its pedigree. However, the newbie, with its own looks and more power, is streets ahead of the ‘old bird’. However, so is the price - $85,490, plus on-road costs, as opposed to $74,900, plus on-roads. To my mind, the MY23 Ranger Raptor carries off the extra ‘load’ well. Opposition includes Nissan’s Pro4-X Warrior and Toyota HiLux Rogue.

Styling The Ranger Raptor is surprisingly restrained in exterior looks - flashy chrome is conspicuous by its absence - relying on dark F-O-R-D block letter radiator grille, grey wheel arch extensions and functional fender vents, and black powder coated die-cast aluminium side steps. Matrix LED headlamps are accompanied by LED daytime running lights and front fog lamps.

LED tail lamps can be found out the back with a rear bumper with integrated step pad and towbar. Tow hooks front and back share company with front bash plate made from 2.3 mm-thick steel, while an optional factory fitted power roller shutter seals the lined tub from the weather.

Interior Ford Performance seats embossed with Raptor signature logo, suede inserts and orange highlights and stitching. Up front they are firm yet comfortable and supportive during spirited cornering. The rear bench is wide enough to take three adults. The sports steering wheel has room for a selection of controls including selective drive modes and paddle gear shifters. Storage is made up of a deep centre console bin and phone charge pad. Triple stack of glove compartments is designed to take stuff of multiple size and shape. Doors incorporate bottle storage and cup holders pop out from the outer dash.

and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. There’s a 12.4-inch configurable digital instrument cluster directly in front of the driver, while the Bang and Olufsen audio has its quirks operating the on-screen controls. The sound could be sharper too. Half a dozen factory-fitted ready-wired auxiliary switches are handily sited in the roof, while the door release is not so, being a horizontal lever hidden inside the door pull.

Safety The Ranger’s five-star ANCAP score cannot be extended to the Raptor because of differences in such things as engine size and ride height. However, the list of safety features includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, traffic sign recognition, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning and lane-keep assistance, automatic headlights and high-beam, 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring, and intelligent speed limit assistance.

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Driving For a start (literally) there was a surprising

amount of turbo lag: unusual with the advanced turbo tech of today. However, late in the test I discovered the racy Baja anti-lag system that, at the touch of a button, enables rapid delivery of boost on demand. Thus engaged, the ute fairly flew off the mark accompanied by a unique and full-on exhaust note. Ford claimed an optimistic fuel consumption of 11.5 litres per 100 kilometres on the combined urban / highway cycle with 98 RON premium unleaded, the test vehicle could do no better than 13.5 litres per 100 kilometres in a range of driving conditions. The driver has access to a plethora of selectable drive, steering, damper and exhaust modes, all of which can be lumped into one at the touch of a single button. Trail Control comes in handy off road, helping to maintain constant speeds up or down varying terrain, while unique 17-inch optional beadlock-capable wheels are designed to minimise damage from rocks while off-road driving.

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Fourth best and fairest honour for Blackburn Ellie Blackburn’s incredible record at the Western Bulldogs continues to grow, with the skipper winning her fourth best and fairest award. The 27-year-old led the count from start to finish, polling 94 votes to finish ahead of ruck Alice Edmonds on 78 votes and Isabelle Pritchard in third place on 70 votes. Blackburn averaged 20 disposals, three marks, five clearances and five tackles from 11 games this season. She also led the club for total disposals, metres gained, clearances and tackles, while finishing third across the league for average inside 50s. She was named in the All-Australian squad of 42 players for a record seventh time – one of just three players to achieve the feat. Blackburn also became the club’s first AFLW 50-gamer in round three. It was Blackburn’s second best and fairest award in 2022, having shared the award with Kirsty Lamb in season six. She also won last season’s award.

Blackburn said she could have never imagined having the success that she’s had in her time in the AFLW. She has finished in the top two of the best and fairest award each year. “All I ever wanted to do was play footy at the highest level and to be able to do that with the Western Bulldogs at an AFLW level is my dream and I live it every single day,” she said. “A bit of advice I got really early on, the good players are really consistent in their performance. “That’s what you rate it off as much as possible, for me I’ve always wanted to be really consistent in my performance. “For me making sure I do all the little things right to ensure that is the case … try and dig in all the little things that contribute to the bigger picture.” Blackburn said for her the highlight this season was playing finals footy, while also looking at the exciting young talent coming through. Blackburn paid tribute to the work of Edmonds and Pritchard, who finished in the

top three for the first time. She highlighted the work Edmonds had done after originally not being on a list last season to being one of the best rucks in the competition, while she said no one works as hard as Pritchard. Edmonds claimed the most improved award, Pritchard was recognised as the best young player, and Jess Fitzgerald took out both the coaches’ award and community award In other honours, All-Australian defender Katie Lynch was voted the domestique, Isabella Grant claimed the trainers’ award, and Gabby Newton finished the season as the leading goalkicker with eight majors. Tara Murray

Western Bulldogs’ Ellie Blackburn.

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Sports shorts AFL There was no joy for the Western Jets in the AFL draft last week. Several Jets players were hoping to find their way onto lists, but none of their names were called out in the national draft on Monday and Tuesday. The rookie draft was then held on Wednesday, but Jets players were again overlooked. No players from Williamstown and Footscray’s Victorian Football League sides were selected either. Darley’s Aaron Cadman was taken at pick one in the national draft.

WRFL Braybrook has added some young talent to its list for next year’s Western Region Football League division 2 season. Jackson Emery, David Said, Ryan Buckley, Joel Taylor and Rewiri Tuhi join the Brookers from St Albans. All played in the under-18s, while making a few appearances in the seniors and reserves sides. The Brookers will play in division 2 after winning the division 3 premiership this year.

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Bulldogs’ batting show By Tara Murray Footscray’s batters were on in its win against Prahran on Saturday in Victorian Premier Cricket. After an up and down start with the bat this season, the Bulldogs openers got the job done on Saturday. Bulldogs coach Dale McDonald said they had been a little bit up and down to start the season, but Saturday was a much better performance. “It was a really good weekend,” he said. “Prahran was sitting above us on the ladder, but we were on the same points. “We bowled really well and then Daniel Sartori and Dylan Brasher put on a 117 run opening partnership, our highest opening partnership since 2018.” Prahran made 9-177 from its 50 overs. Max Birthisel took three wickets for the Bulldogs, while Umair Butt chipped in with two wickets. Then with the bat, the Bulldogs had little trouble hitting the runs finishing 1-178 in the 36th over.

Sartori finished 103 not out, while Brasher made 45. It’s Sartori’s second century for the season. “It’s a good reward for him,” McDonald said. “He doesn’t get to training as much as he would like with a young family. “It shows that senior players like him just have that ability to go out and play.” McDonald said they hoped this would be the start of some more consistency with the bat. He said they think they have the right balance in their side now. “With our batting we’ve been hot or cold,” he said. “Travis [Dean] wasn’t available this week and we looked to add an extra batter. The balance is now right, but we didn’t need it anyway this week.” The Bulldogs now sit in ninth spot, percentage outside the top eight. They face Geelong and Greenvale in the two matches before Christmas. McDonald said they weren’t taking either match lightly, despite the teams having one win each. “Regardless of where they sit on the ladder,

at the end of the day, any team can beat you,” he said. “Each team has match winners. Geelong has been struggling of late and had a good win on the weekend. “Greenvale, we’re not looking too far ahead, but they had some good form in the T20 last week.” The Bulldogs were set to be in action on Tuesday night in the second round of the T20 competition, which was after deadline. The Bulldogs were due to face Greenvale, having lost their first round match. McDonald said they were looking to play as many senior players as possible in these matches, while giving some players from the second XI an opportunity. “The intention at the start of the year still remains the same, for as many senior players as possible but that is hard with guys and young families,” he said. “With our depth gives the second guys a really good opportunity. “Dylan Brasher is captaining the team which is good for his leadership and taking on that responsibility.”

Cross-code sports star Monique Conti is back on the basketball court. After stepping away from the Women’s National Basketball League due to her AFLW commitments, the Southside Flyers have announced they’ve signed Conti for the rest of the WNBL season. Conti has previously played for the Flyers and the Melbourne Boomers. Conti previously represented Australia at under-17 level in basketball and she continued to play this year in the National Basketball League 1 South competition.

A-League Western United will be back in action on Saturday night in the A-League men’s competition. After a competition wide break due to the world cup, the competition resumes this weekend. United travels to Perth to face Perth Glory on Saturday night, 10.30pm Victorian time. United sits 11th on the table after six rounds, only above the Glory. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Druids claim a thrilling victory on the final ball The Druids left it to the final ball to secure the points against Yarraville Club on Sunday in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division. The Druids needed three runs of the final ball to beat the Clubbers with Brad McMaster on strike. A six proved to be the perfect way to bring up the win. Earlier the Clubbers had made 7-151 from their overs. Sangaran Nandhalal top scored with 52 top scored for the Clubbers Andrew Brennan took four wickets for the Druids. The Druids started well with the bat before losing 4-26 to slip to 4-66. The Druids were able to settle and take the game into the final over. McMaster’s six would see his side finish 7-151. Ben Wilson top scored with 46. James Damjanovski finished with four wickets for the Clubbers. Brennan said it was a pretty exciting feeling for the club to win in that fashion. “It was a fanastic win,” he said. “It was very

nerve-wracking few moments. “Brad has played a lot of cricket and we thought he could get the job done. He had nerves of steals. “We thought it would more likely be a four than a six as there hadn’t been mane sixes for the whole innings. Both the Druids and the Clubbers finished the double header weekend with one win each. On Saturday, the Druids lost to Westmeadows. The Druids were bowled out for 164 on the final ball. Brennan top scored with 36. Donovan Pell and Jackson Smith took three wickets each for the Warriors. The Warriors managed to just get across the line, finishing 9-165. Pell top scored with 30 at the top of the order. Brennan said it was pretty important for the side to get the win against the Clubbers, having dropped the game against the Warriors. The Druids sit ninth with two wins after six rounds.

Brennan said they weren’t too far away from getting a few more wins on the board. “There are no sides that are easy beats,” he said. “ We have been in every game and we’re had a lot of chances, we just haven’t been able to to stay together for the full 40 overs.” The Druids has received a surprise boost with Michael Hay returning to the side. “That was unexpected and helps compliment the batting order,” he said. “He ruptured his ACL, but isn’t getting surgery until towards the end of the season. Hopefully he can help us get a few more wins on the board.” The Druids face Aberfeldie and Haig Fawkner before the Christmas break. Brennan said they were hoping to get one if not two wins from those two matches. Meanwhile, the Clubbers beat Sunshine United in their Saturday clash. Tara Murray Druids’ Nathan Johnson (Damjan Janevski). 205542_01

United clinch a thriller By Tara Murray Western United saved its best for last to come away with a stunning win against Adelaide United in the A-League Women’s competition on Sunday. United seemed destined for its first loss in the women’s competition, trailing 1-0 as the match entered six minutes of injury time. Chelise Dawber had put Adelaide in front early in the second half in the top of the table battle. The game got turned on its head when Sydney Cummings eqailised at the beginning of added time, her second goal in as many weeks. As the six minutes of injury time had come and past, play continued. It was enough for Emma Robers to hit a long bomb to give United the 2-1 win to remain on top with three wins from as many matches. United entered the match with a stable side, with only Kahli Johnson out from the previous match with a minor knee injury. Francesca Iermano came into the starting line up, while Natasha Dakic and Aimee Medwin were both included in the matchday squad for the first time. United had to make an early change with Stacey Papadopoulos falling heavily in the opening minutes of the game. She was carried from the ground and taken to hospital as a precaution. The club later said in a statement that she had sustained concussion and precautionary scans had come back clear. Adelaide began to control more of the possession in the first half but United defended stoutly to keep out their advances. It meant Medwin had her first taste of action early on. United grew further into the game as the half wore on and created two half chances when Jessica McDonald sent a tantalising ball into the area, and Medwin nearly stole a march on Adelaide’s defence soon after. Matildas’ star Chloe Logarzo came on at half-time for United and created an early opening for Hannah Keane who forced a sharp save from Adelaide’s goalkeeper. The game opened up at the beginning of the second half and it was a swift transition moment that gave Adelaide the lead. United continued to pile the pressure on in attack, but couldn’t find the back of the net. They turned up the pressure in the final 10 minutes. There was set to be six minutes of injury time, but with that running over was enough for United to seal the three points. United coach Mark Torcaso admitted he was stunned after the win.

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“These girls just have an unbelievable belief to want to beat anyone who comes in front of them,” he said. “We literally shifted a couple things, brought one or two other players on, who could affect the game in certain areas and then literally threw it all there and see what happens and pinched it.”

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The win ensures Western United move to outright top of the league with three wins from three matches. United has its first bye of the season this weekend. Their next match is against Melbourne City on December 12.

Signings continue for the Seagulls Williamstown has added some more experience to its Victorian Football League Women’s squad for next season. The Seagulls announced three new signings last week, all with VFLW experience. Nicole Julian crosses to the Seagulls from the VFLW premiers Essendon, where she played 12 games this year. The club said Julian was another great signing for next year under new coach Liam Cavanagh. “A dashing half back, Julian will slot in perfectly in the blue and gold outfit with her explosiveness off the half back flank and finding herself on the wing when needed,” it said in its announcement. “Playing 32 games at VFLW-level, Julian knows the ins and outs of the competition and exactly what it takes to build a strong side in the league.” Ellie Huggard crosses from the Western Bulldogs. She played three games for the Bulldogs this season. She was previously granted a train on spot for the Bulldogs’ AFLW side. “Huggard also dominated at local level finishing in the top five in her league’s best and fairest after only playing nine games,” the Seagulls announcement said. Phoebe Chisholm is hoping to add to her fourth VFLW games as she crosses to the Seagulls. She played one game for the Bulldogs this year after three with Carlton last year. Chisholm has also been part of the Northern Knights program previously. The signings come following the announcements of Sydney Swans AFLW players Bridie Kennedy and Aliesha Newman, which were announced last month. The Seagulls have also announced a number of other signings in recent weeks. Mikayla Meyer, who played 12 games for the Darebin Falcons joins the club and is expected to have an impact on the wing and coaches looking forward to seeing her run and carry. Teagan Brett and Mia Muscat have followed Cavanagh across from Coburg. Brett, who has been on Richmond’s and Carlton’s VFLW lists, won the South East Women’s premier division leading goalkicker award this year.

The Eagles sneak home Yarraville held its nerve to come away with a thrilling win against Bayswater in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west on Saturday. Baywater needed 10 runs off the final over of the day and then four off the final ball to come away with the win. The Eagles though were able to restrict them to just two off the final ball to win by one run. Eagles captain-coach Jonah Koch said it was a pretty great win. “We were a bit nervous,” he said. “It was one of those games we probably would have lost in the past, so to get up was good. “We did what we needed to do.” The Eagles set themselves up with their batting making 3-200. Opener Aiden Salvado finished 99 not out while Harry Allinson made 52, with the pair putting on 101 for the opening partnership. Koch said while Salvado was likely to be a bit disappointed not to get the 100, he was putting together a good season so far. “He’s made 350-odd at an average of 90,” Koch said. “He’s going really well. “It’s some of the best batting I’ve seen.” The Eagles had Bayswater at 3-49 before Bayswater got going and started to chase down the total. Koch said it was a bit of fielding that changed the game back in their favour. “As a group we bowled really well, while Bayswater also batted really well,” he said. “Matthew Grose at point proved a bit of magic to run out their opener who was

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doing it easy. “It changed the game for us.” The win was the Eagles second for the season and moves them up to 11th. Koch said they were hoping this win would help them get their season back on track before the Christmas break. “We’ve got two more games before Christmas and hopefully we can get another two wins,” he said. “We’re in an OK position and there’s still a lot of work to do post Christmas. You can’t win it pre-Christmas, but you can be out

of it pre-Christmas. “We want to be there or thereabouts as red ball cricket comes back after Christmas.” The Eagles this week face Werribee. In other results, Altona lost its first game of the season. The A’s were bowled out for 104 by Box Hill, which chased down the runs with ease, finishing 2-107. Williamstown continued its good run, beating Werribee. The Tigers were bowled out for 117. The Seagulls finished 3-118 in reply.

Win for United Footscray United’s good form has continued into the Victorian Turf Cricket Association T20 competition. After winning its first four matches in the division 2 competition, the Bulldogs knocked over senior division team, Sunshine United in the T20s on Tuesday night in the Taylor group. The Bulldogs made 7-134 from their overs. The Tigers were in trouble at 2-1, before slipping to 4-37. There was little resistance from the Tigers’ tail as they were bowled out for 90. James Porto was the standout with the bat, making 32. Bulldogs skipper Shafraz Mohamed took three wickets. Sunshine opened its account with a win against St Andrews in the Morris pool group. St Andrews was bowled out for 72 in the 18th over with Sasindu Deva top scoring with 25, as just two batsmen reached double figures. Sunshine lost an early wicket and struggled to get partnerships going, but did enough, finishing 6-78. Selva Tharaka top scored with 21, while Deva was the standout with the ball, taking 4- 9 off four overs. Point Cook had a good start to its T20 campaign with victory against the Williamstown Colts in the Ponsford group.

SPORTS QUIZ 1. Who did the Socceroos defeat at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in November?

4. Moneyball is an American sports drama film based on what sport?

12. Which nation defeated Australia in the final of the 2022 Davis Cup?

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5. Which Aussie pop star performed at the November AFLW Grand Final?

13. Which former Australian tennis professional was elected to the Victorian parliament in November 2022?

3. What is Formula 1 racer Sebastian Vettel known for wearing in his racing boots for good luck?

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14. Brisbane Lions were defeated by which team in the AFL Women’s season seven Grand Final? 15. Kosovo’s sports minister voiced displeasure at which team for its displaying of a nationalist flag at the 2022 FIFA World Cup? 16. Who is the coach for the Wallabies rugby team? 17. Jennifer Watt and Dr Sonja Hood are the CEO and President, respectively of which AFL club? 18. Which African nation’s football team goes by the nickname The Indomitable Lions? 19. James Duncan most recently coached which NBL team? 20. National captain Charlotte Caslick was awarded the 2022 Women’s Player Of The Year in which sport?

21. Adelaide 36ers player Kai Sotto is from which country?

27. Which team won the 2022 Women’s Big Bash League Grand Final?

22. Who was named player of the match in the AFLW Grand Final in November?

28. Horses and dogs were involved in events held at which major sporting events held in 1928 and 1932?

23. Alwyn Davey Jr was a 2022 AFL Draft father-son pick for which team? 24. The 1996 romantic comedy Tin Cup revolves around which sport? 25. Which team did the US defeat in their final group match to qualify the Round of 16 in the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

29. Who was the youngest ever boxer to be crowned heavyweight champion at the age of 20? 30. Which state hosted the 2022 Australian Golf Open?

26. Who was the wicket keeper in Australia’s recent first test team against the West Indies?

Sebastian Vettel 1. Tunisia. 2. Mitch Duke 3. Lucky coins 4. Baseball 5. Delta Goodrem 6. Brett Ratten 7. Cristiano Ronaldo 8. David Beckham 9. North Melbourne 10. The forward section of the boat and first to cross the finish line. 11. Greater Western Sydney Giants 12. Canada 13. Sam Groth 14. Melbourne 15. Serbia 16. Dave Rennie 17. North Melbourne 18. Cameroon 19. Brisbane Bullets 20. Rugby sevens 21. The Philippines 22. Shannon Campbell 23. Essendon 24. Golf 25. Iran 26. Alex Carey 27. Adelaide Strikers 28. Winter Olympics 29. Mike Tyson 30. Victoria

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