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Sarah Scorrar is looking forward to celebrating her first Mother’s Day with husband Paul and four-month-old son Finn. To celebrate the special day, Ms Scorrar and her family will be walking to support breast cancer research. “Paul and I are doing the Mother’s Day Classic … and then we might go out for lunch,” she said. “I did it [the classic] last year when I was pregnant with Finn – and now he’ll be on the outside.” The new mum said motherhood presented many challenges, but she wouldn’t change any of it for the world. “Everything is really new,” she said. “We’ve learnt a lot, but it’s super rewarding watching him smiling and change all the time. “It’s been very challenging and rewarding at the same time.” The couple happily welcomed baby Finn into the world on New Year’s Day this year. Jessica Micallef

Plastic burn-off busted By Goya Dmytryshchak An Altona business has been caught burning plastic after being ordered to remove 100 tonnes of illegally-stored recyclable waste from a warehouse. The tenant of the Aylesbury Drive warehouse, MJM Fabrication Pty Ltd, had been given until Tuesday of last week to remove co-mingled waste that included bottles, cans, plastic and paper. The operation occurred without permits from Hobsons Bay council or the Environment Protection Authority, which has been called on by the council to enforce the removal. The unlawful storage of waste and burning of plastics comes amid a parliamentary inquiry into the crisis facing recycling and

waste management in Victoria. Hobsons Bay and many other metropolitan councils had been forced to send recyclables to landfill after the EPA banned SKM Recycling from accepting waste at its Coolaroo and Laverton North plants in February due to the fire risk of stockpiles. Hobsons Bay mayor Jonathon Marsden said officers inspecting the Altona premises last week to see if the waste had been removed instead found the operator had been burning recyclable plastics. “The tenants of the warehouse on Aylesbury Drive have not removed the 6000 cubic metres of co-mingled kerbside plastics,” he said. “At the request of council, the occupier immediately ceased incineration of plastic waste and dismantled the incinerator as they

did not have the required planning permit from council. “As the tenant has now removed the furnace, it is no longer a planning matter for council. “The occupier also committed to removing the waste, however this has not yet occurred. “Unfortunately, it is beyond council’s power to enforce the removal of the waste.” Cr Marsden said the council was – for the second time – calling on the EPA to act. “On 13 March, 2019, council initially requested that the EPA enforce the removal of this waste material,” he said. “We have once more sought EPA assistance and asked that the EPA ensures the removal of the waste from the site and apply the necessary sanctions in accordance with their compliance and enforcement policy.”

The EPA said the authority “continues to work with council on a resolution”. The council first became aware of the issue in mid-February and conducted an initial inspection before involving the EPA. Fumigation had to be carried out to kill swarms of flies after the warehouse’s illegal stockpile was detected. The council then conducted a joint inspection with the EPA and the site operator. As a result of that inspection, the council gave the operator until April 1 to remove the waste. The operator successfully requested an extension to April 30 for “extenuating reasons”. It is understood the tenant leased the property last December. MJM Fabrication Pty Ltd was contacted for comment.

There has been a lot of concern expressed by the community around possible new developments at both West Footscray and at Footscray Park. To read more head to maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/parks www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

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The Overwintering Exhibition

From 11 May to 6 June, the Joel Gallery at Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre will host The Overwintering Exhibition, a collection of prints created by Australian artists to shine a spotlight on our migratory shorebirds and their habitat. The exhibition is the result of a series of community printmaking workshops held at Woods Street Arts Space and Mesh Mash in Laverton with guest artists Robert Mancini, Geoffrey Ricardo, Kate Gorringe-Smith and Ellise Roberts. A launch event will take place on Saturday 11 May from 3pm to 5pm to coincide with World Migratory Bird Day. For details, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

G. Den Dulk Reserve Park improvement

Thank you to all the community members who provided feedback on the draft concept plan for G. Den Dulk Reserve in Altona. The draft concept plan includes a playground upgrade, creation of a new quarter basketball court and activities area, landscaping, new park furniture, connecting pathways and possible community garden. �� feedback will be available on participate.hobsonsbay. vic.gov.au/den-dulk-reserve in June 2019.

Nora McIntyre Park upgrade

You’re invited to attend a drop-in session on the Nora McIntyre Park upgrade on Sunday May 26, 10am to 12pm in Noordenne Avenue, Seaholme. The upgrade will feature a new play space and landscape works including new furniture, pathways, lighting upgrade and planting. The upgrade also includes the possibility of a quarter basketball space and hoops for older children and teenagers.

2019-20 Proposed Budget

Council’s 2019-20 proposed budget includes a capital works program of $56.15 million, community budget submissions worth $1.9 million and funding for over 100 services – and it is out for community consultation. There is something in the budget for everyone: $16.165 million has been dedicated to open space, parks, off-street carparks and streetscapes. If you’re a sports enthusiast, $18.725 million has been earmarked for sporting and recreational facilities, plus $4.205 million for roads and $3.185 million for footpaths and cycle ways. Vital services in the proposed 2019-20 budget include: �� for library collections, technology updates and furniture, $1.917 million for arts and culture, $1.052 million for aged

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The Willy Lit Fest, now in its 16th year, runs over the weekend of Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 June, with lead up events during the week. The theme for the 2019 festival is Choose your own Adventure. This year introduces new Program Director, author and creative producer, Stella Kinsella offering festival patrons a bounty of excellent literary titles and diverse speakers. For more information, visit www.willylitfest.org.au Construction will begin later this month on Spotswood’s Craig Street Park upgrade. New playground equipment will be installed including a multi-feature play train with slide and a rocking dinosaur for toddlers, spinning climbing net and in-ground trampoline for all ages, basket-seat swing and a traditional swing set. The �� paths, additional picnic setting and paved area in the playground, two community garden beds and �� visit participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/projects/ craigstreetreserve

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and disability services, $3.709 million for family, youth and children’s services, $7.029 million for facility maintenance and $2.159 million for community development. Don’t forget to have your say on Participate Hobsons Bay (participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/2019-20-budget) before Wednesday 15 May 2019. You can also post a written submission to: Director of Corporate Services, Hobsons Bay City Council, Reply Paid 21, Altona Vic 3018 (no stamp required).

Business Awards Now Open Nominations are now open for Council’s 2019 Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards. Entry for the business awards is via an online application form through www.hobsonsbaybusiness.com.au/awards Nominations close at 5pm on Friday 19 July 2019.

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Join the Mayor in a lively telling of Alpacas with Maracas as part of the 19th National Simultaneous Storytime at Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre on Wednesday 22 May, 10.30am to 11.30am. National Simultaneous Storytime is a colourful, vibrant, fun event that promotes the value of reading and literacy Australia-wide. For details, visit libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Do you play netball or basketball in Seabrook? Have your say on the netball and basketball half court trial in Homestead Run Park. Council will use your feedback to assess whether the half court should remain. Feedback closes 26 May 2019. Further improvements include a lighting upgrade, new furniture, a new twin plate barbeque and two veggie planter boxes. Save the date for a drop-in session on the play space as part of stage three of the Homestead Run improvement plan on Sunday 26 May, 2pm to 4pm. For details, visit participate.hobsonsbay. vic.gov.au/projects/homesteadrun

Tatman Reserve upgrade stage two

Tatman Reserve in Altona Meadows will soon have a �� concrete path, a half basketball court and new trees. Works on stage two of the upgrade are scheduled to begin this month and will be completed by late June/ early July, weather permitting. Last year, the Tatman Reserve stage one upgrade works included a play space upgrade, barbeque with seating, picnic shelter, bike racks and a drinking fountain. For more information, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/tatmanreserve

IDAHOBIT Day at the Civic Centre The community are invited to come along and support our LGBTIQA+ for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) at Council’s Civic Centre in Altona on Friday 17 May, 11am to 12pm. For details, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

World Environment Day Save the date on Sunday 2 June for World Environment Day with a family-friendly festival starting at Logan Reserve. From tree planting to plastics reduction, this �� and make Hobsons Bay a more climate resilient and sustainable community. For more information, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/WED

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Stony Creek gets $2m pledge By Benjamin Millar Labor has vowed to spend $2 million to protect and revitalise Stony Creek if it forms government after the May 18 election. The popular waterway, which runs through Cruickshank Park in Yarraville, was devastated by chemical run-off from last year’s Tottenham warehouse fire. Opposition environment and water spokesman Tony Burke visited Stony Creek last Wednesday morning to announce the contaminated waterway had been selected as a priority project under the party’s $200 million Urban Rivers and Corridors Program. Mr Burke said urban rivers have been

historically mismanaged and it was time to return them to their status as home of biodiversity. “If elected, one of the things we will be doing will be putting aside $2 million for Stony Creek, which will be a huge down payment on making sure we continue the work and the state and the local government aren’t on their own,” he said. The $2 million will be used for protective works recommended by a community reference group formed in the wake of the fire impact. Gellibrand MP Tim Watts said Stony Creek was “an urban oasis” before becoming heavily contaminated from chemical run-off following the fire. “All of that water flowing down the creek …

came and cleaned out all the biodiversity here,” he said. “We’ve been running a community-based campaign collecting signatures to show how much this creek means to us.” Mr Watts said community groups such Friends of Stony Creek and Friends of Cruickshank Park had played a big part in driving the preservation and rehabilitation of Stony Creek. Friends of Cruickshank Park secretary Sue Vittori said Stony Creek had become the most polluted urban waterway in the country. “Rehabilitating the creek is a very important thing, but it’s pointless if it just happens again and again – and for 30 years it’s been happening again and again,” she said.

Hard solutions for soft plastic issue The future of kerbside recycling of soft plastics in Hobsons Bay is in doubt amid the Chinese recycling crisis. Hobsons Bay council introduced flexible plastics recycling for households in 2016. It is one of four pioneering councils to introduce the state-government funded initiative, along with Boroondara, Cardinia and Nillumbik. Plastic bags and flexible plastic packaging can be collected into one plastic bag, tied up and placed in the recycling bin. However, the project is being reviewed by the four councils and the Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group in light of data collected over the past 18 months and challenges in Victoria’s recycling industry. In January 2018, China began to implement a 0.5 per cent contamination threshold for imported waste, affecting those in the Australian recycling industry who rely on China to process materials such as plastics. Hobsons Bay mayor Jonathon Marsden said it was disappointing that soft plastics recycling was in question due to “factors outside of our control”. “Council will keep the community informed and provide timely updates to the project,” he said. “In the meantime, council encourages households to continue to reduce flexible plastic use such as cling wrap and sandwich bags, and recycle flexible plastics. “Another option to recycle flexible plastics is through the REDcycle bins at Coles and Woolworths supermarkets.” Altona North environmental science student Sandy Gonzalez de la Vega is among a groundswell of Hobsons Bay residents pushing to reduce plastic waste. “It’s fantastic that our council accepts soft plastics for recycling instead of sending it to landfill,” she said. “It’s a great start, however, waste minimisation should be our priority and is the most environmentally-friendly option.

Sandy Gonzalez de la Vega and Boomerang bags at IGA Altona. (Joe Mastroianni)

“Rather than saying ‘it’s OK to keep buying, using and throwing out so much plastic because it gets recycled’, we should become smart consumers by using re-usable products,

buying things in less packaging, and throwing out less.” Goya Dmytryshchak

Tony Burke (centre) with local politicians and community group members at Stony Creek. (Benjamin Millar)

Park asbestos fill removed Asbestos-contaminated fill at a popular West Footscray dog park has been removed and Maribyrnong council has changed its internal processes following community outcry about its handling of the asbestos discovery. Star Weekly last week reported samples of material found at Martin Reserve returned a positive result for friable asbestos, prompting calls for the park to be shut down until it was remediated. The council maintained the park was “of no concern to public safety” after two samples taken for analysis returned negative findings. But it last week bowed to public pressure to remove the rubbish-strewn fill and replace it with clean fill ahead of turfing. Park users raised their concerns at last Tuesday night’s council meeting. Council chief executive Stephen Wall said the council had reviewed its internal reporting processes. “This issue wasn’t escalated to a senior management issue until later in the stage, and as soon as it was brought to my attention and the attention of the senior staff that were involved, action was taken,” he said. “We’ve certainly changed our processes internally around how we escalate the issues of seriousness such as the assertion that there’s contamination in any of our parks. “All I can say is there’s been an unfortunate set of circumstances that led to a delay in this being escalated and being treated with the seriousness that it absolutely deserves.” Benjamin Millar

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Bulldogs launch ‘heritage’ plans By Benjamin Millar Footscray’s Whitten Oval could once again host AFL matches under a multi-million redevelopment that would cater for crowds of almost 20,000 people. The Western Bulldogs have released a master plan developed by architecture firm Populous for the oval precinct, due to be rolled out over a number of stages. Stage one, now completed via a $5 million state government grant, included an upgrade to women’s changerooms, toilets and a scoreboard. The ambitious second stage, expected to cost between $40 and $45 million, includes upgrading the playing surface, rebuilding the Whitten Stand to help increase spectator capacity to 18,000, upgrading football department facilities and making the lighting broadcast quality. A new entry plaza and running track will also be built, along with development of a secondary training venue elsewhere in Footscray. Later stages – tipped to take the overall project total close to $150 million – will include residential redevelopment of a large parcel of land to the south of the oval that was last year gifted to the club by the state government. The area could also include childcare, eateries and a medical and fitness health hub. Maribyrnong council is currently investigating the potential realignment of Cross Street to accommodate the works. Bulldogs chief executive Ameet Bains said the master plan reflects the club’s long-term vision of the Whitten Oval precinct as a magnet for players and a hub for the west. “A redeveloped precinct will provide an amazing base for our four teams, and we expect the football facilities to be a huge drawcard for

Images of a redevelopment for Whitten Oval outlined in a new master plan. (Pictures: Supplied)

the club keeping and attracting star players,” he said. “Our immediate focus is to improve the experience of watching football at the venue to ensure that VU Whitten Oval remains one of the key AFL priority venues for AFLW

matches.” The club has earmarked “a significant capital contribution” to the next stage, but will be seeking further state government funding. Mr Bains said the upgrade of the oval could pave the way for the return of the occasional heritage game.

“We would love to see the occasional heritage AFL match return to the ground, in time,” Bains said. The state government has provided $1 million funding for the club to conduct more detailed designs. No firm timeline has been set for the works.

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Theft victim’s cautionary tale By Goya Dmytryshchak A Seabrook woman is calling for secure bike parking at train stations to combat “rampant” theft after having two bikes stolen in the past six months. Cath Stephensen said thieves cut through a metal fence to steal her $3000 bike from Aircraft station at Laverton on April 23. She had bought the Trek Verve+ electric assist, which she named ‘Rosie’, to replace a bike stolen from Williams Landing station last October.

“Rosie was locked to the fence … with a high quality D-lock,” Ms Stephensen said. “The thief cut through the fence railing to get the bike. “The feedback I’m getting through social media is that people are just saying it’s rampant.” Bicycle Network recommends cyclists use two locks or a Parkiteer cage at stations because they are one of the most common places for bike theft. However, even Parkiteer cages are getting broken into with a recent case at Williams Landing station. Last year, there were 114 reported bike

thefts in Hobsons Bay (up from 81 in 2017), 148 in Wyndham (up from 134) and 210 in Maribyrnong (up from 168). Ms Stephensen, who believes reported thefts are the tip of the iceberg, said when she earned enough money to buy a new bike she would take greater precautions. “I will be getting a lock with an inbuilt alarm and I will be getting insurance,” she said. Senior Sergeant Chris Allen said while there had been an increase in bike thefts last year, local intelligence indicated this trend has stabilised in recent months.

Thieves cut through this metal fence to steal a $3000 bike. (Supplied)

Old Willy comes to life Williamstown’s past will be revealed during evening projection tours to be held this month to celebrate the centenary of the waterside suburb. On May 17, 1919, Williamstown was proclaimed a city by the state governor, Sir Arthur Stanley, during a visit to the newly-completed Williamstown Town Hall. The free tours will involve participants wearing headphones and listening to a history of Williamstown, while walking around the commercial precinct to see projections at various spots. Megan Slattery, who wrote the script for the tours, said they were designed to give people a sense of what life in Williamstown may have been like 100 years ago. “At each stop, we’ll be looking at the building we’re in front of, talking about what life might have been like in the commercial precinct of Williamstown back at the time of the naming of Williamstown being a city,” she said. “I guess

we’re trying to give participants a bit of a feel about what it might have been like back then … a time of horses and deliveries and the personal kind of feel you got from going from shop to shop be it bakeries or butchers. “We touch on things like the ‘six o’clock swill’ … 100 years ago when the pubs had to close at six o’clock, all the sailors and the factory workers were swilling down their beers as quickly as they could before they had to go home.” Four free tours will be held: Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18 at 6pm and 7.30pm both days. Bookings are essential via heritagehobsonsbay.eventbrite.com. Other tour bookings can be made at hobsonsbaytickets.com. The $18 tour includes morning tea and champagne. More about 100 years of Williamstown, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Williamstown100 Goya Dmytryshchak

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Hobsons Bay council’s Arts at Your Doorstep program continues in May with The Wine Bluffs, a comedy wine masterclass with award-winning stand-up comedians Damian Callinan and Paul Calleja. Bring a hamper with wine to enjoy the act. On Saturday, May 11 from 7.30pm at Williamstown Town Hall Tickets from $25. Bookings: www. hobsonsbaytickets.com.au

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Toy stories shared Hobsons Bay Toy Library is hosting a series of free guided play sessions for children so more people can find out about the hundreds of toys on offer. The ‘Stay and Play’ creative workshops are hosted by Little Big Art and suitable for children aged two to seven. They include an hour of storytelling, art and craft, plus toy exploration and play. Families who aren’t members are being urged to drop in and find out about the toys on offer. The community-run toy library has more than 1400 toys available, with yearly membership

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Railing against Libs’ list By Alesha Capone The western suburbs have been overlooked in a federal Liberal government promise to spend $300 million on new carparks at Melbourne train stations if the party is re-elected at the upcoming federal election. The Liberals said the funding would go towards new “park and ride facilities” at 30 Melbourne stations on the Belgrave/Lilydale, Frankston, Sandringham, Craigieburn, South Morang and Hurstbridge train lines. The state government and Wyndham

council expressed disappointment there were no western suburbs stations included. Victorian Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan told SBS she believed that the announcement was a “political stunt”. Wyndham mayor Mia Shaw said that commuter parking at Wyndham’s railway stations was “at capacity”. “We’re disappointed that there have not been any commitments to address parking at Wyndham’s train stations by the Liberal National coalition during this election,” she said.

“Wyndham is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Australia, so we are in need of investment in this area. “We are urging all candidates in the federal election to present real solutions to this issue.” Federal Lalor MP Joanne Ryan said “it should be no surprise to anyone locally that the Liberal Party has failed to commit to invest in the west of Melbourne”. After Star Weekly posted the news of the Liberal announcement on Facebook last week, several readers commented that Wyndham’s train stations were in need of more carparks as

existing parks often fill up by 7am on weekdays. Amar described the Liberal announcement as a “blatant disregard of the current situation in the west”. But the federal Minister for Cities, Urban Infrastructure and Population, Alan Tudge, said that the Liberals had allocated a significant amount of funding to transport projects in Melbourne’s west, including $2 billion for fast rail between Geelong and Melbourne, $5 billion for the Melbourne Airport Rail Link and $200 million towards the widening of the Tullamarine Freeway.

The road to adventure Children’s author Andy Griffiths rolled into town last week to launch the 16th Williamstown Literary Festival program. Festival favourites including Leigh Hobbs and Claire Saxby will also be among about 80 authors at 40 events in the two-day festival on June 15 and 16. This year’s theme is ‘Choose your own adventure’. Griffiths, who has only missed one festival in 16 years, will be part of the Stereo Stories in concert at Williamstown Town Hall on the Saturday. The concert also features stories from Arnold Zable, Melanie Cheng, Torre DeRoche, Jock Serong, Rijn Collins and Brian Nankervis, backed by The Stereo Stories band. Griffiths will also do his traditional Sunday morning talk for families. “I really look forward to this event each year,” he said. “It’s a relaxed freewheeling session

where the kids can – and do – ask anything. I can’t always answer their questions but we have a lot of laughs.” Also confirmed for the festival are Kerry O’Brien, Clementine Ford, George Megalogenis, Alison Lester and David Astle, Claire Wright and Judy Horocek. The Willy Lit Fest opening night soiree at Sebastian Beach Grill, featuring international best-selling author Caroline Overington in conversation with festival director and comedian Stella Kinsella, is on Friday, June 14 from 6.30-9pm. “The 2019 Willy Lit Fest will be hosting robust discussions, asking how we are travelling as a nation, what is the heart of the matter, whom do we trust,” Kinsella said. For early bird tickets and to view the full program, visit www.willylitfest.org.au

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St John’s history of help By Goya Dmytryshchak

Bust a move and get yourself on to the newest, greenest buses in town. The first of 50 new hybrid-technology buses was recently launched on high-capacity routes including Wyndham’s 170, 180, 192, 439, 441 and 443, as well as other routes in the west. The environmentally-friendly fleet is being introduced by bus operator CDC Victoria, a subsidiary of ComfortDelGro. All 50 buses in the hybrid fleet will be in service on CDC routes in Wyndham, Oakleigh and Sunshine by mid-2022. Body manufacturing and fit-outs of the hybrid buses is being completed by Volgren in Dandenong, and all the buses will feature Volvo’s Parallel Hybrid driveline and meet Euro 6 emission standards. In testing, the driveline was shown to reduce nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions by up to 50 per cent, as well as reduce fuel and carbon dioxide emissions by up to 40 per cent. CDC Victoria chief executive Nicholas Yap said his team was proud to introduce the buses to the fleet. “Our new fleet of hybrid buses is an exciting development which demonstrates our ongoing commitment to delivering transport innovation by reducing both the emissions and fuel consumption,” he said. “As a business, we’re deeply committed to helping shape a better future for the next generation through reducing our carbon footprint.”

St John Ambulance Victoria has officially opened its revamped museum at Williamstown, which houses artefacts dating back to 1883. Gordon Botwright, St John Ambulance Victoria chief executive, said the museum, which first opened in 2004, had been spruced up to create a more inviting space. As for St John’s history, Mr Botwright said it could be traced back to 1099.

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“1099 is the first time that there is a connection with a group of monks who in the name of St John – for those with a biblical background it’s St John the Baptist as opposed to St John the Apostle – went out and assisted those who were suffering and distressed and in danger associated with the Crusades that occurred in the Middle East,” he said. “Jumping very quickly forward, at St John in Victoria we’ve been in Victoria now for 136 years. We were the original ambulance service, as we were the original SES service, too.” He said the museum had original equipment for stretchering and moving people, artefacts showing the development of defibrillation and CPR, the different uniforms of volunteers and photographs. “There is obviously a very close connection with the history, by and large, mostly of Melbourne,” Mr Botwright said. The museum, at the corner of the Esplanade and Garden Street, Williamstown, is open Thursday and Sunday from 10am-4pm.

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The opening of the revamped St John Ambulance Victoria museum at Williamstown. (Pictures: Supplied)

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Mayor shoulders trip expenses By Benjamin Millar Maribyrnong mayor Martin Zakharov has headed off controversy over a trip to China next week in a bid to woo tourists, agreeing to pay his own travel and accommodation expenses. Cr Zakharov will join three other Victorian mayors on an official visit to Victoria’s sister state Jiangsu Province, led by Melbourne lord mayor Sally Capp. The mayors will take part in the Victoria-Jiangsu Mayors’ Forum and the Nexus: Jiangsu-Victoria Start-up Summit, featuring at least 15 Victorian start-ups.

A report on the trip, tabled at last week’s ordinary council meeting, stated participation provides an opportunity to “promote Maribyrnong and advance shared interests in smart cities, innovation, and start-ups to assist in achieving council’s tourism and economic development strategic objectives”. The May 14-18 trip was expected to cost ratepayers $3900 in expenses, but Cr Zakharov has agreed to pay his own way to avoid the kind of ratepayer backlash that met a 2017 ‘active transport’ study tour to the Netherlands by then mayor Catherine Cumming and deputy mayor Sarah Carter.

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Councillor Mia McGregor told last week’s council meeting that Cr Zakharov agreeing to fund his own travel showed sensitivity to community concerns around the original proposal that the council fund the trip. “We need to be careful with what we consider doing with ratepayers’ money and to really be reflecting on council’s core business … I

myself didn’t think it would be worth council investing ratepayers’ money into it.” Cr Simon Crawford said he supported the mayor joining the trip, but was concerned by the precedent. “I believe if council thinks it’s worthwhile they should be paying that expense.” Cr Zakharov said he hopes the trip will help steer some of the growing Chinese tourism market towards Maribyrnong. “Seeing as we do have a lot of contentious discussion around the rating system and costs overall, it’s going to save a lot of trouble if I pay for it,” he said.

Sea Scouts set sail The 4th Williamstown Sea Scouts will this month name their hall in honour of the Boon Wurrung indigenous people. The naming will take place at a cultural day being held as part of the National Heritage Festival. “Sea Scouts imagine their hall as a ship, with a ship’s bell, jackstaff and navigation lights, but it needed a ship’s name,” said sailmaster Robert Hague, who is the group leader of all 145 Scouts. “So, they decided to ask permission to use the local Aboriginal word for a bark canoe.” On Sunday, May 19, the Scouts will be joined by members of the Boon Wurrung Foundation for the official naming of the Scout “boat” deck as SSS Gurrong. “The Boon Wurrung people have lived and played along the shores of Hobsons Bay for thousands of years and the Williamstown

Sea Scouts wanted to celebrate this living culture and bring the two communities closer together,” Mr Hague said. The cultural day runs from 11am-2pm and kicks off with a bush food-inspired barbecue followed by a smoking ceremony. There will be tours of the 1920s boatshed and 1940s Scout hall, located on the Strand (opposite Stevedore Street). Details: https://www.4thwilliamstown.net/ Goya Dmytryshchak

The 4th Williamstown Sea Scouts are honouring the Boon Wurrung indigenous people. (Robert Hague)

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Plot leader jailed for seven years By Adam Cooper, The Age The ringleader of an ill-fated plot to sail from northern Queensland to the Philippines to encourage people there to overthrow the government in the name of sharia law has been jailed for seven years. West Footscray man Robert Cerantonio orchestrated a plan for a group of Melbourne men to tow a seven-metre boat more than 2400 kilometres north, from where they planned to sail to the southern Philippines. Cerantonio and four other men were arrested

by police in Laura, north of Cairns, on May 10, 2016. A sixth man was arrested in Melbourne a fortnight later. The group’s intention was to get Cerantonio – known as “Musa” – to the Philippines so he could urge others, including some affiliated with terror groups, to engage in violence and fight to overthrow the government. Cerantonio, a one-time junior footballer who grew up in a Catholic family, was a wunderkind of modern Islam after converting at age 17, but became radicalised while living in the Philippines.

The Supreme Court heard he was deported to Australia in 2014 for spreading violent extremist propaganda in lectures and online. Stripped of his Australian passport but wanting to live under sharia law, he and five friends – Shayden Thorne, Paul James Dacre, Antonino Alfio Granata and brothers Kadir and Murat Kaya – devised a plan between October 2015 and May 2016 to obtain a boat and sail to the Philippines. Justice Michael Croucher last Friday said the plot was “poorly planned and foredoomed to fail”.

The men pled guilty to engaging in conduct in preparation for incursion into a foreign country for the purpose of engaging in hostile activity, an offence that carries a maximum penalty of life in jail. The five other men were previously jailed for between three and four years, but Justice Croucher said Cerantonio’s offending was more serious given the others looked to him for leadership and spiritual guidance. Now 35, Cerantonio must serve five years and three months before he is eligible for parole. He has served almost three years since his arrest.

Day of celebration Aboriginal queer performer Jessie Lloyd will be among the guests at Hobsons Bay council’s annual ceremony for IDAHOBIT – International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Lloyd, from St Albans, said the day held special meaning for her. “I have a personal interest in this event,” she said. “I will be inviting some of my family to come along because we’ve recently had a new member of our family who’s intersex, this is quite a new thing for my family, especially the older generation. “So, I’m going to take the opportunity to invite them along to this event to raise awareness and learn more information about, not only the intersex, but the LGBTIQA community. “My family’s quite conservative and they’re Christian people so we’re really taking the

opportunity to create awareness within our family. “It’s just a coincidence that they’re all coming down from Queensland and the Northern Territory for a party – they just don’t have these conversations up there.” Hobsons Bay councillor Tony Briffa, who was the world’s first intersex mayor, said everyone was welcome to the council’s event held outside the civic centre. “This year’s event is really exciting, led by proud Aboriginal queer performer Jessie Lloyd, followed by guest speaker Bobuq Sayed speaking about challenges still faced by the LGBTIQA+ community,” Cr Briffa said. “As always, the day will include the raising of the Pride flag.” At the Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, 115 Civic Parade, Altona, from 11am-noon on May 17. Goya Dmytryshchak

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Notes of nostalgia One of Australia’s original cabaret stars with more than 50 years in showbiz is coming to Williamstown for a night of nostalgia. Off the back of the national The Go Show Tour with the rock stars of the ’60s and ’70s, Issi Dye is performing an intimate show in the waterfront clubhouse of the Williamstown Maritime Association. “I’m looking forward to bringing my own personal Issi Dye original ’60s and ’70s show to the Pirates Tavern down at Williamstown,” he said. “For people who are reminiscing and remember the things that I did, the TV programs of the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s and the shows I did, it’s just a way of coming down and doing a bit of nostalgia. “I’ll be singing songs that I recorded, including my hit songs called One Last Kiss and Personality and many other songs. “Plus, of course, I’ll be telling stories about my career.” He will also be performing the songs of other artists from that era, including two of his favourites, Johnny O’Keefe and Bobby Darin. The original Issi Dye 60s and 70s Show is on Friday, May 17 from 8pm at Pirates Tavern, rear of 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown. Tickets $20/$15 members. Bookings: 0402 702 734

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Hobsons Bay council is campaigning for Grieve Parade to be made a preferred truck route in the lead-up to the federal election. The council wants Grieve Parade extended north of the Princes Highway, via Jones Road, through to Market Road at Brooklyn. It says this would reduce the number of trucks using Millers Road. The future West Gate Tunnel toll road and introduction of truck bans north of the West Gate Freeway is expected to result in 4500 more trucks a day on Millers Road between Geelong Road and the freeway. Hobsons Bay mayor Jonathon Marsden said the council also wanted freeway access ramps at Dohertys Road, west of Grieve Parade, and the development of a regional freight management plan. “Throughout the life of the West Gate Tunnel project, council has always advocated for Grieve Parade to be the preferred truck route and we continue to advocate this position to relevant authorities across a range of platforms,” he said. “In the lead-up to the federal election, council is sending off letters to all candidates asking them to consider the needs of the Hobsons Bay community.” Better West spokeswoman Rosa McKenna said residents backed the council’s campaign. “We applaud council’s advocacy to get federal funding to make this a reality and relieve dependency on Millers Road.” Don’t Destroy Millers Road spokesman Chris Dunlevy said it was a “no brainer”. “Grieve Parade is a much smarter route, but it must go all the way through to Market Road or the problems will just shift to Geelong Road,” he said. “This link is vital … Millers Road is already at bursting point.”

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‘Sky is not the limit’ in Seddon By Benjamin Millar Maribyrnong councillors have joined Seddon residents in slamming plans to build more than 400 dwellings holding up to 1000 people on the former Transdev bus depot site. The 1.4-hectare site at 43-57 Buckley Street was sold in 2015 for a suburb record of $20.9 million. ANPLUS Developments last year lodged plans seeking approval to build 407 apartments and 15 townhouses across three buildings up to 12 storeys high – double the site’s maximum preferred height.

Councillors at last week’s city development meeting voted to refuse the application on grounds including its height, bulk and failure to appropriately respond to the site. Neighbouring residents had earlier criticised the likely impact on parking, traffic and the area’s neighbourhood feel. Footscray Historical Society’s Carmel Taig said the site had previously been flagged as the site of a public park and plaza and its potential heritage value was being overlooked. Resident Charles Hardman said Maribyrnong council had done “all of the right things” in preparing planning guidelines for

the area and they should be adhered to in any proposal for the site. Cr Mia McGregor said the council had spent years consulting with the community and deciding what was wanted for the area. “What was decided was we wanted a maximum of six stories for this area, so I had to think someone was taking the p... when they asked for 12,” she said. “They wanted to double our maximum height? I have remained speechless throughout this process.” Cr Megan Bridger-Darling also slammed the “intolerable” proposal.

“I was absolutely offended that we would consider trading away the height requirements,” she said. “The sky is not the limit, six storeys is.” Cr Sarah Carter said it was one of the worst planning applications she had seen in 10 years as a councillor. ANPLUS Developments earlier this year lodged an application for review at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal after Maribyrnong council failed to makes its decision within the prescribed time. A compulsory conference mediation will be held on June 11 ahead of a full hearing from August 5.

Setting new goals The goal was simple – to create a sense of worth and belonging in the lives of the young participants. The Western Bulldogs Community Foundation’s GOAL program has been running weekly sessions with AFL and AFLW players and community leaders mentoring young people aged 14 to 18 years old of African background. Community engagement co-ordinator Kim Kelsey said about 30 students have been taking part in the 12-week program, recruited from across the west. “Some of the students were recommended by teachers, but we wanted to keep it a genuine thing that they wanted to attend,” she said. Aimed at supporting the community to improve engagement, employment and training outcomes, the GOAL program was borne from the Club’s African Action Plan

in response to the panic around an ‘African gang crisis’ and the impact this has had on the community. It offers help with networking, communication skills as well as personal planning and goal setting. “They have been particularly interested in the employment opportunity aspect of things,” Ms Kelsey said. Alternating between Whitten Oval and Melton Secondary College, the sessions aim to break down barriers and involve a series of hands-on group activities and workshops as well as more intensive one-on-one mentoring. Bulldogs AFL players involved in the program include Josh Dunkley, Jason Johannisen, Lin Jong, Buku Khamis, Tom Liberatore, Dale Morris and Billy Gowers. Benjamin Millar

Students take part on the Western Bulldogs GOAL program at Whitten Oval. (Benjamin Millar)

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NEWS

MY PLACE Long-time Newport resident Ted Peck speaks with Goya Dmytryshchak.

We moved here in 1964 – to Newport – and we’ve lived in the same house in the same street ever since. All our kids have grown up here and two of them still live in Hobsons Bay, which is a good plug for Hobsons Bay – it’s a good spot to live. I’m involved with the Hobsons Bay Arts Society, St Stephen’s Uniting Church and op shop. Tennis too – we play that at St Stephen’s. And I’m a member of the Kororoit Creek Angling Club – they’re a good bunch of guys down there. What do you like about Newport? It’s just a very friendly, family-oriented area because there’s lots of kids around our way and a few old people like us. It’s a good, balanced community, actually, of young ones and old ones. What don’t you like? Look, I’m really pretty happy with the way it is. I think we’ve got lovely foreshores all around Newport and Willy and along the banks of the Yarra there there’s some beautiful bike tracks. I love the bike tracks, I do a lot of riding around there, they’re good fun. I guess the only thing that might be handy is, maybe, some shelter over some of the seats for summertime. It gets a bit hot if you sit down there doing a bit of drawing. But apart from that, I think it’s a great spot or I think we probably would have moved on if it wasn’t.

Can you tell me bit about Kororoit Creek Historic Fishing Village? The historic fishing village is a very interesting spot. One of my friends and myself acquired a shed down there about eight years ago. It’s a lovely spot just to spend a bit of time. We’ve got a couple of little rowboats there that we go rowing with the grandkids and it’s a beautiful spot to draw and paint and hang about and just watch the birds. It’s a lovely spot. Just so much birdlife down there, it’s incredible. Do you have a favourite restaurant or cafe? I do have a favourite cafe and that’s at Altona – well, there’s two actually: Pier 71 and Numero Uno. Both of those, with our drawing group, we frequent them when it’s not suitable to draw outside and they’re most accommodating to put up with us while we draw in there for a couple of hours. They’re very friendly and welcoming. What are some of the changes you’ve seen in Hobsons Bay? It’s become very gentrified. When we came down here it was really a working class area. There was just that much employment around with the dockyards and the power station and the ports and harbours and the woollen mills. All those places have gone, which I’m a little bit sad about because I think it’s nice to have a bit of employment close to where you live. It’s past my working time but I do feel a bit sorry for people who have got to drive miles now to get a job.

(Damjan Janevski)

What’s your connection to Hobsons Bay?

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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 communitycalendar@starweekly.com.au. Deadline for copy and announcements is noon Friday.

Club Altona

Sunday, May 12 Classic rock tribute band, Blue Dog Cruisers perform. From 3-6pm, free. 113 Civic Parade, Altona

Way Out West Roots Music Club Sunday, May 26 Joe Crieghton and his four-piece acoustic band pay homage to Irish singer/songwriter Van Morrison with his ‘Into the Mystic’ show. From 2-5pm, $20 ($15 WOW members). 4 Market Street, Newport

Beauty architects

The ‘Architects of Beauty’ event series will take place May 9-12 at Highpoint shopping centre, featuring a program of hands-on workshops and masterclasses.

AA meetings

Regular meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Williamstown, Wednesdays 7pm and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Newport, Thursdays 6.30pm and Saturdays 8.30am. All welcome, including friends and family of people with drinking problems. ■ 1300 222 222 or www.aatimes.org.au

Third Age learning

Saturday, June 1 Stars are back with the original line-up featuring Mick Pealing on vocals and guitar, Mal Eastick on guitar, Roger McLachlan on bass, Glyn Dowding on drums and Nick Charles on guitar. From 8pm, tickets from $30. 135 Stephenson Street, Yarraville

U3A Altona is hosting a free talk from not-for-profit organisation, Kids Under Cover, which builds relocatable studios in the backyard of a family or carer’s home for vulnerable youth aged 12-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The talk is at Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre on Friday, May 10 at 1pm. Bookings: ■ 9398 1346

Smokehouse 101

Electronic ambience

Yarraville Club

Friday nights Local band The Alleged Associates Trio features Footscray soul princess Zerafina Zara and regular guests. From 7pm, free. 101 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong

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Heavenly tale

The Substation at Newport presents a night of electronic exploration with a line-up of ambient masters from across the world featuring Loscil (Canada), Rafael Anton Irisarri (USA) and Lost Few with David Thompson. It’s on Friday, June 21 from 7.30-11pm. Tickets online $40/$30 or at the door $45/$35. ■ thesubstation.org.au

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Gig guide

A Little Piece of Heaven is the story of Uncle Dick and Aunty Ruth Carney, Wiradjuri Elders and active members of the Narromine community. Presented as part of the 2019 Yirramboi Festival from May 8-11 at Footscray Community Arts Centre, $25/15. ■ footscrayarts.com

Walking basketball

Walking basketball has arrived at Altona Sport Centre. Sessions are at 10am on Tuesdays, until June 18. A 45-minute session includes warm-up, skill-based drill and game play. Ideal for people who have a disability, are returning from injury, community health groups looking for gentle rehab and 40-plus groups gentle exercise. Free. The centre is at 1 Andrew Park Drive, Altona Meadows. ■ 9360 9288

Energy session

Learn how to save on your power bills at a free information session 11am-noon on Monday, May 13 at Laverton Community Hub, 95-105 Railway Avenue. ■ eventbrite.com.au or 9435 2397

Kinder open day

Somers Parade Kindergarten at 4 Somers Parade, Altona, will have an open day on Saturday, May 11 from 11am-2pm. Raffle, face-painting and sausage sizzle included.

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FOOD REVIEW

CONSIDER THE SAUCE Kenny Weir reconsiders a local favourite A regular sight that bemuses us when we’re seeking a feed in Flemington is people queuing up for a table at Laksa King. Good luck to them, but the CTS ethos usually leads us to going where the crowds aren’t. In Flemington and for Malaysian, that invariably means M Yong Tufu, but we are happy and keen to check out the new Laksa King family establishment – Laksa King Kitchen on Racecourse Road. The new Laksa King Kitchen boasts a chic-but-small dining area, though there is more seating upstairs. The staff are keen, happy and all a-bustle. The menu is a solid gathering of Malaysian staples divided into small/big bites, noodles, rice dishes, laksas and vegetarian. There is a nifty twist – laksas are offered in two sizes. This makes good sense, as regular laksas are always a big meal. Not that we can envisage a day when we would order the smaller size! Selections can be ascertained using the printed menu or on the laptop at each table, but the actual ordering is done via the latter. Bennie and I share a starter and have a bigger dish each. Lobak ($8.60) is less on flavour and crinkly beancurd than we would like, but it’s a fine beginning that delivers us three porky chunks. In a fine break with boring CTS practice, it is Bennie who orders a laksa – in this case, the bigger version of the angus beef outing ($13.50). It’s a big and handsome bowl-full but he is

Laksa king kitchen address: 328 Racecourse Road, Flemington so-so about the laksa as a whole – perhaps a higher spice level may have won him over? He does give, however, an enthusiastic 10/10 for the many tender beef chunks. And I get to try one of the eggplant pieces – it is wonderfully luscious and memorable. But still … That leaves me ordering the Hainan chicken rice ($13.50). The photos of the dish didn’t really inspire and that unease increases when I realise my rice meal will be eaten without the usual bowl of chicken soup on the side. But all is forgiven from the first mouthful of perfectly ginger-perfumed rice and onwards. This is a triumph and one of the best of this personal favourite I’ve had for a long time. There’s a lot of chook and it’s tender and expertly boned. The ginger mash, chilli sauce and soy accompaniments are excellent and in generous quantities and the wilted bean sprout/veg offering is likewise top notch. My mouth is doing a high-stepping boogie as we depart. Kenny Weir is the founder of Consider the Sauce, the definitive guide to eating in Melbourne’s western suburbs – www.considerthesauce.net

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New Homes FAST FACTS

Designer style completes interior Gem package The flowing lines and curvilinear forms of Gem Apartments at Waterline Place were designed by the architectural team at celebrated Elenberg Fraser as a nod to the “billowing sails of yachts catching the wind” and acknowledgement of Williamstown’s deep connection to Melbourne’s maritime history.

Development: Gem Apartments at Waterline Place Developer: AVJennings Builder: Buildcorp Commercial Architect: Elenberg Fraser Interior design: Elenberg Fraser APARTMENTS Number: Prices:

89 (4 penthouses) 1BR from $538,000 2BR from $797,000 3BR from $910,000 Parking: 1 & 2BR – 1 carpark 3BR – 2 carparks Storage: Basement cages Common area: Gymnasium

The result is a spectacular building set to welcome residents likely as soon as mid-year – and with a display suite now open for inspection. Gem, named as a reference to Gem Pier which once welcomed boats returning to shore, has interiors also designed by Elenberg Fraser. The practice, with a clear vision of what they wanted to deliver, stated: Indoor life at Gem promises luxury and comfort. (Pictures: supplied) “In a world that tends towards generic, Gem is focused on the specific and bespoke. We’re Elegant materials and a rich textural palette entertainment. Each has high-end appliances interested in giving people genuine options to have been employed in every room, with and expansive benches, and butler’s pantries are impeccable detailing such as the use of stone on selected floorplans. customise their home.” and customised fixtures and fittings. Some main bedroom suites feature an additional This vision has given Gem full-length balconies and light-filled interiors, with walls of full-height In a unique and exciting collaboration, premium walk-through room by the bedroom, and a windows in living rooms and bedrooms. Some furniture and interior design brand Coco Republic wardrobe which can be tailored with bespoke apartments have a dual aspect, with views one is partnering with AVJennings to custom dress storage. The bathrooms are private sanctuaries, way to the Port Phillip Bay and the other towards the luxury apartments, with $30,000 worth with chic herringbone-patterned tiling and of bespoke designer furniture given to new intelligent storage; dual basins and large tub are Williamstown’s streetscape. options. purchasers – available only for a limited time. Living at Gem means enjoying the luxury of space, with a range of floorplan options to meet Kitchen are impressive in size and style, Gem’s generous terraces, making the most of catering for daily use and equal weight given to Williamstown’s famed outdoor lifestyle, come lifestyle needs and maintain uniqueness.

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with greenery-filled planter boxes. Indoor life at Gem promises luxury and comfort, but its location signals an abundant outdoor life as well. Just about everything alluring about Williamstown is on the doorstep: beach, trendy dining, top schools, train, bus and shopping. And all this is just nine kilometres from the city. Gem Display Suite, 14 Kanowna Street, Williamstown. Opens noon-5pm daily. Inquiries: 0448 478 892

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WILLIAMSTOWN 123 Hanmer Street, 3016

ALTONA 7 Curlew Avenue, 3018

Williams Real Estate: 9397 2000 Auction: May 18 at 11.30am

hockingstuart Altona: 9398 8044

Price: $890,000 – $930,000

Price: $900,000 – $990,000

Private sale

Location doesn’t get much better than this. Just a short walk to the beach, Botanic Gardens, restaurants, cafes, shops and Williamstown Beach station and Williamstown High School, it’s an easy lifestyle choice – and you’ve even got the local farmer’s market on your doorstep. Oozing charm, this single-fronted Victorian has gorgeous original features throughout including leadlight windows, Baltic pine floorboards, high ceilings and fireplaces. Two bedrooms with built-in robes are off the long entry hallway, one featuring a fireplace. The living area has character and colour courtesy of multi-height ceilings, a fireplace with wooden mantel and stained-glass windows. The white cabinetry in the kitchen looks smart against wooden benchtops and trims. A dining space and sitting area adjoins and is bright with natural light flooding in from the atrium ceiling and bay windows.

Set on a block of about 700 square metres in a popular pocket of Altona, this property is sure to generate much interest due to its fantastic location and capatilisation potential. Within walking distance of the Altona foreshore, Kooringal Golf Club, Westona station and Somers Parade shopping strip, and with schools, parks and more shopping options close by, lifestyle convenience is a big drawcard. The neat, two bedroom weatherboard has a lounge room with gas heater and air-conditioner, a sunroom and a kitchen which incorporates a meals space. The lawned backyard is big and flat. The garage can be used for secure parking or storage space with the long driveway providing ample off-streeet parking options. Live in as is, renovate, extend or develop (STCA) - the potential opportunities for this property are in your hands.

YARRAvILLE 127 Severn Street, 3013 Ray White Seddon: 9191 1995

Price: $1 million – $1.1 million

Introduced by a neat facade and landscaped gardens, this four-bedroom abode is turnkey ready for new owners to enjoy. Within walking distance of Cruickshank Park and Yarraville Village, it’s within easy reach of everything the Yarraville lifestyle has to offer including schools, transport and offering a short commute to the CBD. Modern interiors make good use of natural light complementing neutral tones throughout. Three bedrooms have built-in robes and the main bedroom has a walk-in robe and en suite. The kitchen has dark granite benchtops, glass splashbacks and the timber-toned cabinetry works well with Tasmanian Oak flooring featured in the main living zone. From the open-plan living and meals area, two sets of double doors open out to a decked and downlit verandah, which overlooks the backyard. The tranquil design has stone wall garden beds edging the lawn and features a paved barbecue or retreat area further back. With extensive works on the roofing, cladding, wiring, plastering, stumping and plumbing already taken care of, this well-located gem could just be the one you’ve been waiting for.

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Auction: May 11 at 11am

Property of the week

NEWPORT 81 Oakbank Street, 3015 Greg Hocking Elly Partners: 8387 0000

Price: $1.2 million – $1.29 million

The embodiment of the “nice things come in small packages” adage, this single-fronted Edwardian and its block of nearly 250 square metres have been treated beautifully – not just in terms of space maximisation but also the overall aesthetic. Beyond its charm-filled façade, the house retains beautiful cornicing on high ceilings, deep skirts and a fireplace to keep the Edwardian flag flying, but all else focuses on the look of today. And the location? Mighty fine: Greenwich

Auction: May 11 at 12.30pm

Reserve and The Strand waterfront are a five-minute amble away; Westbourne Grammar is within a two-minute zip in the car; and restaurants and shops are also in the neighbourhood. The top storey of the house is entirely dedicated to the grey-carpeted main bedroom, which is under a plaster vaulted ceiling and has white plantation shutters on windows. The walk-in robe is roomy, while the spacious en suite has a tub to soak away cares, along with raised bowl-basins atop a storage-rich vanity.

As well as a study – which could take the role of a fourth bedroom – there are two fitted bedrooms downstairs, one with a fireplace. They share a modern bathroom with a bowl-basin atop a grey-laminate vanity. The expansive living hub at the rear is a wonderfully light-filled space, courtesy of a clerestory window and an angled wall of glass that includes bifold doors to a deck. The floaty white sheers dressing the glass emphasise the airy feel, as does the high ceiling with stepped cornices.

The covered timber deck out back, sheltered by bistro blinds, is a fab entertaining/relaxation space. It looks out to a paved area flanked by a pair of underplanted ornamental trees, with two steps heading up to a thriving lawn. Laser screens are on the fence and a shed is tucked to the side. This is a property that salutes a smaller footprint while underscoring the benefits of such. It’s a goodie … Carole Levy 27 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 8, 2019

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

1037/18 Albert Street Footscray

Comprising of expansive open plan Living/meals area with efficient galley style Kitchen including gas cooking, dishwasher which flows through to the large balcony/terrace area. The substantial Bedroom with BIR's, bonus of Study area & modern Bathroom combined with laundry facilities.

Auction 18th May 12:00pm Agent Doris Garofalo 0425 211 818 Agent Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562 View Sat 12:45-1:15 Office Yarraville 03 9687 8388

66 Craig Street Spotswood Charming period home. Comprises of 2 bedrooms with BIRÂ´s & ornate fire places. Light filled lounge, hostess kitchen with s/benches, s/s appliances & meals area. Sparking bathroom with a sep. E/ laundry. Features floorboards, heating, low maintenance garden & OSP.

Auction 11th May 11:00am Agent Doris Garofalo 0425 211 818 Agent Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562 View Sat 10:30-11:00 Office Yarraville 03 9687 8388

UNDER OFFER

18/51 Stephen Street Yarraville Perfect opportunity for first home buyers & astute investors looking to secure property in sort after Yarraville; the cosmopolitan hub of the Inner West. This property is ideally positioned in between Yarraville & Seddon villages, minutes to the Sun Theatre, cafes, restaurants, parks & transport.

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Doris Garofalo 0425 211 818 Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562 Yarraville 03 9687 8388

8 Wilkins Street Yarraville Set on this good sized allotment approx 450mÂ˛. Comprises entrance hall, 3 generous bedrooms, spacious living room offering an abundance of natural light, separate kitchen/meals area, rear sun room, central bathroom, separate laundry, side drive to garage, lovely rear yard & gardens.

Auction 1st June 12:00pm Agent Dean Johnson 0414 397 163 Agent Rob Sarosi 0438 373 562 View Sat 10:15-10:45 Office Yarraville 03 9687 8388

Established 1885

3-5 Charles Street / 6-8 Pole Street SEDDON

RIPE FOR LIvINg, RENOvatINg OR DEvELOPINg!

Outstanding and rare opportunity to acquire a property offering 4 Titles with a combined total area of 866 m2 approx. Options to consolidate and do a multi Unit development, develop into four (4) dwellings or a single prestige home (SCA) or landbank and enjoy two rental incomes In a location that offers so many attractions! Bustling Yarraville village, Seddons cafe and shopping strip, Seddon train station, well regarded schools and Footscray Central all just minutes away

344 Melbourne Rd, Newport

9391 1888

For Sale by Expression of Interest (Closing 4pm 23rd May): Inspect: By Appointment Only via Agents Contact: Angus Scott-Walker 0418 336021 Theo Panay 0406 621788

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GREG HOCKING ELLY PARTNERS

18A Jeffrey Avenue, Altona North The desirability thatâ€™s always so synonymous with a Tina Lindner design is immediately evident throughout this superb four bedroom, three bathroom residence close to The Circle. Polished Grey Ironbark floors and Poliform shelving system complement superior living and dining spaces served by a Caesar-stone kitchen featuring a substantial butlerâ€™s pantry while the refined alfresco retreat enjoys outlooks over an elegantly landscaped northfacing backdrop. Upstairs and downstairs accommodation, ducted heating and refrigerated air-conditioning, Foxtel connectivity, 3 phase power, security, garage and extra parking lead the long list of additional attractions that enhance the spaces, style and status of this dynamic address.

BER Auction Inspect Contact

$900,000 - $990,000 Sat 18th May at 12.30pm Sat 1.15-1.45pm Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305

18ajeffreyavenuealtonanorth.com.au

Williamstown 8387 0000

Yarraville 8387 0011

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Altona 9398 8888

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GREG HOCKING ELLY PARTNERS

77 Fifth Avenue, Altona North This well designed spacious residence offers a unique opportunity for easy care living. The vast downstairs area consists of a separate lounge room plus a large open plan living/dining/kitchen area that harmoniously incorporates a generous courtyard, ideal for effortless entertaining. Kitchen with an abundance of natural light, stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances and dishwasher. Upstairs the master bedroom is bright and airy with a walk-in robe, ensuite and its own balcony, while two further bedrooms with BIR’s share a central bathroom with separate bath and shower. This beautiful home is still under builders warranty and is excellently equipped with a remote single garage with internal access plus a second car space, central heating and cooling, full size laundry and alarm. Walk to The Circle shops, schools, parks across the road, Bayfit Leisure Centre and public transport.

BER Auction Inspect Contact

3 2 2 $720,000 - $780,000 Sat 18th May at 11.30am Sat 9.45-10.15am Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Nathan Gleeson 0409 556 584

BER Auction Inspect Contact

3 2 $1,200,000 - $1,290,000 Sat 11th May at 12.30pm Sat 12-12.30pm Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305

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81 Oakbank Street, Newport The relationship between period proportions and contemporary spaces has been beautifully handled throughout the renovation of this superb free-standing Edwardian close to Greenwich Reserve, cafes, schools and The Strand. A charming façade and polished verandah set the tone for exceptional downstairs proportions including separate living and dining areas that flow seamlessly to an alfresco entertaining pergola accompanied by bistro blinds and garden outlooks. A central kitchen featuring quality stone look laminate, exceptional appliances and elegant storage adds to the allure of a downstairs format offering two bedrooms, a versatile study/extra bedroom and a family bathroom while the main bedroom, its walk-in robes and ensuite define the desirable upstairs level. Stunning inside and out – a perfect example of ‘move in and enjoy’!

81oakbankstreetnewport.com.au

Williamstown 8387 0000

Yarraville 8387 0011

Altona 9398 8888

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GREG HOCKING ELLY PARTNERS

27 Bates Drive, Williamstown Two large living/dining domains, one on either side of the central open-plan kitchen, each with aspects over attractive outdoor surroundings, define the downstairs proportions of this impressive dual level residence. A study or home office, stylish bathroom and separate laundry complete the downstairs picture while three double bedrooms on the upstairs level include a main bedroom featuring a luxuriously generous ensuite and equally substantial walk-in robe. An elegant front garden, great rear garden depth, an inviting deck and a carport accompanied by extra parking further enhance the enduring excellence of this designer home within easy reach of shopping, Williamstown High School, parks, bus routes and the beach. Land size approx. 429m2.

Price Auction Inspect Contact

3 2 2 Contact Agent Sat 1st Jun at 11.30am Sat 11.15-11.45am Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305

BER Auction Inspect Contact

4 1 $1,500,000 - $1,600,000 Sat 11th May at 1.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305

www.27batesdrivewilliamstown.com.au

16 Lyons Street, Williamstown Adding contemporary proportions to the classical persona of this substantial double fronted Victorian will produce a property rich in rewards - from lifestyle perspectives and from a long term investment point of view. The current floor-plan, still entirely liveable, features four bedrooms , a traditional lounge, central living room, a separate kitchen/meals area and study/retreat that ensures family flexibility while the bathroom and its large adjacent laundry reflect a clear readiness for renovation, STCA. To the rear, the gardenâ€™s work-shop/shed highlights the depth of an allotment that only complements and confirms the huge potential offered by this exceptional address walking distance from Williamstown Primary School, Douglas Parade, Nelson Place and the water. What a wonderful opportunity!

16lyonsstreetwilliamstown.com.au

Williamstown 8387 0000

Yarraville 8387 0011

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Altona 9398 8888

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GREG HOCKING ELLY PARTNERS

22 Chalmers Lane, Newport This contemporary home has been thoughtfully designed to offer the best in modern, low maintenance living. Boasting 3 bedrooms with WIRs, master with a luxurious ensuite, a stylish kitchen with Ceasar Stone benchtops & stainless steel appliances, reverse cycle heating & refrigerated air conditioning. Landscaped gardens, alfresco area & a LUG add further appeal.

3 2 2 BER $790,000 - $850,000 Auction Saturday 1st June at 10.30am Inspect Sat 10.30-11am Contact Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Nathan Gleeson 0409 556 584

A corner allotment measuring some 339m2 complements the evident character and the enticing potential provided by this flexible free-standing home close to Newport Gardens Primary School and Newport Train Station. Garage accessed from Milford Street. Capture today, create tomorrow

4 1 1 $770,000 - $820,000 Saturday 18th May at 11.30am Inspect Thu 5.30-6pm Sat 10.30-11am Contact Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 BER Auction

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Williamstown 8387 0000

10 Melrose Street, Newport

Yarraville 8387 0011

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Altona 9398 8888

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Altona 17 Emery Court

Altona 7 Curlew wA Avenue

4 A

2 A

3 B

6 C

530sqm approx

1 B

3 C

700 sqm approx

Immaculately presented and maintained, this four-bedroom family home comes complete with all of the necessities for the perfect lifestyle! A clever ﬂoor plan boasting multiple living/formal dining zones along with a large kitchen/meals area you will simply love the immense potential for a smart renovation

This property offers not only comfort, immediate enjoyment and a great lifestyle today, day, but an almost unlimited potential for further capitalisation day later on. The site and current ﬂoor plan would easily allow for improvements or extension, or the opportunity for a full redevelopment of the site.

Auction Saturday 25th May 12:30pm

Price $800,000 - $880,000

Private Sale

Price $920,000 - $970,000

Inspect Thurs 9th - 5:00pm - 5:30pm Sat 11th - 11:30am - 12:00pm

Contact Gus Anile 0425 781 466 Lyndon Springthorpe 0499 500 074

Inspect Saturday 11th May 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Contact Gus Anile 0425 781 466 Lyndon Springthorpe 0499 500 074

Forth Coming auCtion

Altona 169 Maidstone Street

Altona Meadows 32 Talbot Street

3 A

2 B

2 C

1 B

4 C

464sqm approx

Masterfully executed, tastefully re-invented and updated over the journey. ey ey. Spacious ﬂoor plan both clever & thoughtful. Commanding corner position & the beneﬁt of 2 street frontages. Close to everything that makes Altona great. 500m to Westona Station and 20kms from the CBD.

When it comes to searching for the perfect family home, buyers rank location, size and livability as the most important factors. Well, that’s exactly what you’ll ﬁnd here at this low-maintenance three bedroom family home tucked away in a quiet pocket of Altona Meadows.

Auction Saturday 25th May 11:30am

Price $660,000 - $720,000

Forthcoming Auction

Price $660,000 - $690,000

Inspect Thursday 6:15pm - 6:45pm Saturday 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Contact Duncan McMillan 0407 314 002 Gus Anile 0425 781 466

Inspect Thurs 9th - 5:45pm - 6:15pm Sat 11th - 10:45am - 11:15am

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Perfectly placed at the end of a ‘cul-de-sac’, both private and reclusive, is this classic 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick veneer home on a considerable allotment of some 530 sq/m (approx…) with an enormous sense of potential for further improvement and capitalisation down the line.

Picture this: you’re a stone’s throw away from the beach, the ocean breeze gently rousing you from your sleep every morning. The village-like strip of shops nearby is lined with cafes, restaurants and boutiques. Yo Y u could be anywhere. Perhaps the pristine Mornington Peninsula, or even a sleepy Surf Coast town. But you’re in inner-city Melbourne, the CBD is 20 minutes away. y y.

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Price $530,000 - $560,000

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Yarraville 2/197 Anderson Street

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The privilege of beach side living does not come along very often which makes the exclusivity of this brilliant waterfront proposition unmatched on every level. It comes as little surprise that this spectacular house is regarded as one of the best and most beautiful homes in Seaholme.

The perfect approach to enjoying Ya Y rraville from a contemporary perspective. This brand new 2 bedroom 2 bathroom residence enjoys smart reverse living and dining spaces overlooking the M Zacour Park, complemented by the seamless incorporation of modern ﬁxtures and ﬁttings allowing for the easiest of living.

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Price $690,000 - $730,000

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Newport

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53 Home Road

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• A stunning extension and renovation by Award-Winning DX Architects, has transformed this freestanding Victorian to an exciting prospect for the most astute buyer • Offering three bedrooms, two complete with custom built-in wardrobes and a luxury hotel like ensuite to the master • A large central bathroom off the wide hallway services the home while heading to the expansive open-plan living • The chef’s kitchen is the ultimate in design, featuring integrated European appliances including an ice making refrigerator, induction cooking, wine fridge and stone benchtops • A generous list of quality fittings include Bose surround sound, refrigerated cooling, ducted heating, remote control blinds, Victorian Ash floorboards and polished concrete • The fully landscaped front and back gardens are substantial, offering great entertainment areas and a roller door that allows for rear car access • Inspection is sure to impress...this truly is a beautiful home!

AUCTION Saturday 8 June at 1.30 MELWAYS 56 A3 INSPECT Saturday 11 May 12.15 - 12.45 Sunday 12 May 1.00 - 1.30

ENQUIRY $1.27m - $1.32m CONTACT Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

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• A charming home in a beautiful tree-lined street, located in a sought-after pocket which offers the best of both Newport and Williamstown • Enjoy luxuriously high ceilings, two bedrooms with generously sized built-inrobes and a spacious living room • The kitchen and dining area is completely functional as is, or renovate (STCA) to make it your own, it overlooks the undercover entertaining area and low-maintenance, private backyard • Features include; split-system heating and cooling, Hardwood flooring, ceiling roses, leadlight features, side access and a garden shed • All this and only moments away from all that Williamstown has to offer, including shops, cafes, schools, public transport, plus walking distance to the waterfront and only a short drive away to the CBD • This is one not to miss!

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1 Saturday 25 May at 10.30 56 B6 Saturday 11 May 11.15 - 11.45 $800,000 - $880,000 Katie Smith 0425 737 673 katies@williamsre.com.au

Williamstown

75/217 Kororoit Creek Road

HIGH EXPOSURE ABSOLUTE STREET FRONTAGE - 2,728 SQM APPROX.

• Gateway to the West with easy access to Melbourne CBD and Geelong... • Land Size 2,728sqm approximately • Building Area 1,100sqm approximately • Currently leased at $111,361 including GST per annum • Warehouse, factory, showroom and offices • Conveniently positioned in Melbourne’s Inner-West, a rare opportunity exists to purchase in a highly sought-after and tightly-held location

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSE THURSDAY 30 MAY MELWAYS 55 D8 INSPECT Contact Agent To Inspect ENQUIRY $2m - $2.2m CONTACT Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

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Yarraville Seddon’s Michael Tsaloukis has a spring in his step. (Luke Hemer)

Yarraville Seddon will host Parkside on Saturday, while West Footscray will be out to break its duck when it entertains Manor Lakes. There is an upbeat feeling at Newport after

its 20-point road win over Manor Lakes. The Porters have won three of their opening four matches to sit in the top four. A 31-to-zip opening quarter set up Newport’s victory. Bill El Souki led the way for the Porters with three goals, while Youssef El Hawli added two. Parkside had a brutal 81-point loss to Wyndhamvale at Henry Turner Reserve. It was the Magpies’ first loss of the season. North Footscray went down in a thriller by three points to Point Cook Centrals. The Devils, who have just one win from four outings, coughed up an eight-point three-quarter time lead. In division 1, Altona shocked the west with the merciless manner in which it dismantled six-time defending premier Deer Park. The fourth-placed Vikings ran riot to record a 68-point win at Grant Reserve.

Altona will get the chance to make it three wins in a row when it visits newly promoted Point Cook on Saturday. Elliot Cavallaro had a day out for the Vikings with five goals, while Kevin Johnson, Mitch Norton and Kelly Pickard were in the Vikings’ best. Spotswood took down Hoppers Crossing on its own turf by 22 points. Charlie Nastasi was brilliant for the Woodsmen with five goals. The Woodsmen are well placed in second spot ahead of a blockbuster date with Werribee Districts at McLean Reserve on Saturday. In division 3, Braybrook had a heartbreaking seven-point loss to Sunshine Heights, while Laverton was no match for Albanvale in a 47-point defeat. Lance Jenkinson

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Depth is the difference By Lance Jenkinson Williamstown CYMS has cleared all the obstacles put in its way to start a perfect 4-0 in the Victorian Amateur Football Association Premier C. The CYs are yet to field a full team due to injuries and player unavailability, but their depth has shone through. “We’ve had our early challenges,” CYs coach Mathew Montebello said. “With some of the talent that we’ve had out, our second tier of players have really stepped up and grown. “That’s what makes me happiest, that we’ve seen growth from our second tier group of players.” Williamstown CYMS showed its ability to rise through adversity in a 99-point win over PEGS in the top-versus-bottom clash at Fearon Reserve on Saturday. The CYs were a man down early in the contest when Lachlan Fairley suffered concussion, but it did not act as a distraction as they powered to a commanding win. “He copped a head knock, so he went off with concussion halfway through the first quarter,” 46 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ MAY 8, 2019

Montebello said. “He’s been a massive pick-up for us as a former Willy kid. “For him to go off and [Ben] Deller was a bit quieter after some great weeks, to see the other guys pick up that slack was really promising.” Williamstown CYMS trailed by five points at quarter-time, but was dominant for the final three quarters. The CYs piled on an incredible 17 goals to one after quarter-time. Joel Hogarth had a field day for CYs across half-back. Hogarth was like a blur most of the day as he transferred the ball from defence to attack in the blink of an eye. He capped a best-on-ground display with two goals. “Joel’s a former 800 metre junior champion and ran at the world junior championships when he was a teenager,” Montebello said. “He’s a running machine.” Mitch Parkinson was superb for Williamstown CYMS with three goals. Parkinson is looking rejuvenated after a year out of the game to focus on study. “He’s come back really hungry as a

mid-forward who can kick a lot of goals,” Montebello said. “He was the league’s leading goalkicker in the under 19s. “This year his brother [Blake] has come up from the under 19s as well, so him playing with him really excites him and he’s really motivated and doing a really good job.” Williamstown CYMS had 10 goalkickers, including six players with multiples. Dean Cutajar kicked three for the second time in two games. “We always prefer to have a spread of players who have kicked two goals each as opposed to one who has kicked six, so it was good to see that happen,” Montebello said. The CYs know their lofty position will put them under the microscope. “It doesn’t matter where a team is on the ladder or how many they’ve won, they’re always going to come at us and Ajax will be no different next weekend,” Montebello said. Williamstown CYMS’ clash with the 1-3 Ajax will be at Gary Smorgon Oval on Saturday. The CYs are expecting a tough encounter against a side that was relegated from Premier B last season.

City West Falcons are proving there is more than one way to skin a cat in the Victorian Netball League championship division. Despite the disruption to the starting line-up caused by the beginning of the Australian Netball League competition, which involves a number of their stars stepping up to the next level, the Falcons just keep on winning. The Falcons remain the hottest team in the competition, improving to 6-0 and a game clear on top with a comfortable 65-49 win over the Southern Saints at the State Netball and Hockey Centre on Wednesday night. Falcons coach Marg Lind has thrown her line-ups around with good effect. “Sometimes right up to the death knock, we don’t know who we’ve got playing,” she said. “They [ANL teams] dictate to you how much load the players can take.” Star goal shooter Jane Cook is unavailable for City West indefinitely as she continues her stint with Tasmania in the ANL. It has opened up a spot for Tharjini Sivalingam, who impressed with 62-from-65 attempts for a return of 96 per cent. Centre Molly Jovic’s connection to the Collingwood Magpies put her on a minute’s restriction against the Saints, so she was taken out of the game in the second half. Soli Ropati switched from wing defence to centre to cover Jovic and not only filled her shoes admirably, but had a huge influence in City West turning a one-goal half-time lead into a 16-goal battering. “Soli just played at a different pace, which is what they weren’t prepared for,” Lind said. Anger Akec performed strongly at wing defence when Ropati moved to centre, while Imogen Sexton relished her time in defence. It has been a long road to the VNL’s top flight for Sexton, who endured two ACL injuries in back-to-back seasons. City West’s next test will be against Boroondara Express at the State Netball and Hockey Centre on Wednesday night at 9.40pm. Lance Jenkinson

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Favour swings Gators’ way as teamwork takes hold The tide is starting to turn for Altona Gators in the Big V basketball men’s division 2. The Gators have won three of their past five matches and are beginning to look a lot more like a team unit rather than a mishmash of different parts. “We definitely think we’ve turned the corner,” Gators coach Des Radoslovic said. “We’re integrating the new players into the team. “We’ve been trying to find the right recipe and trying to tweak things here and there.” Altona started the season with four straight losses. The Gators went into the last quarter in all of those still in with a chance of victory, so they were not too far off. Their results have improved markedly in recent weeks. An 88-72 win over the Sherbrooke Suns was probably the best team performance of the season. “It was the overall engagement and chemistry from the entire group for the full four quarters that made the difference,” Radoslovic said.

“There was a big emphasis on getting everybody involved and having everybody engaged in the contest. “Even the guys on the bench were engaged in the game at all times.” Radoslovic has been searching for the winning formula, mixing and matching his line-ups. He found a formula that worked in the 16-point win over Sherbrooke, making the bold move of sending Jovan Bojanic to the bench to play with the second unit. It freed up Bojanic to play a bit more aggressively and it gave Joey Mausar an important ally. They both led the team in plus-minus. “I decided to have those guys come in with the bench unit to give them more freedom and a longer leash to play their natural games,” Radoslovic said. “I would do it again because it worked.” Bojanic finished with 16 points and five rebounds, while Mausar led Altona in scoring with 25 points to go with three assists and three steals.

It was Mausar’s best game since returning from the street ball circuit. “He is a legend around the Melbourne street ball competitions,” Radoslovic said. “He was adjusting to getting back and playing in a more structured form of basketball.” Nate Coory was the pick of the Altona starting five. He finished with 20 points, six rebounds and three assists, but he too spent time on court with Mausar, who ran the point and freed up his role in the team. “Even though Nate’s young, he’s running the whole team, so he’s got the ball in his hands the whole time,” Radoslovic said. “Generally he has to create all of his own scores, he has to beat his man, he has to come off the screen, very rarely does he get the chance to space the floor while someone else is creating for a catch and shoot.” Altona has improved to 3-6 on the season. The Gators will go in search of an upset when they travel to play the fifth-placed Pakenham Warriors (6-2) on Saturday night. Lance Jenkinson

Joey Mausar had a major impact off the bench for Altona Gators. (Luke Hemer)

Sports shorts Hockey

Footscray has copped an 8-3 hiding from Doncaster in the Hockey Victoria men’s premier league. The Bulldogs had no answer to the offensive might of the home side at Doncaster Regional Hockey Centre. Altona needed only a single goal to beat KBH Brumbies 1-0 at the Altona Hockey Ground. The goal was scored by Cooper Burns in the second half. In women’s premier league, Footscray had a nail-biting 1-0 win over Doncaster, courtesy of a goal to Olivia Colasurdo. Altona played out a 2-2 draw with KBH Brumbies. Jessica Brennan scored both Altona goals.

Football

Hoppers Crossing’s Matthew Scott, top, and Altona East Phoenix’s Tamir Loris tangle on Saturday. (Luke Hemer)

Tide turns for Phoenix By Lance Jenkinson The excruciating wait is over for Altona East Phoenix. The Phoenix snapped a five-game losing streak in Football Victoria men’s state league 2 north-west with a convincing 2-1 win over Hoppers Crossing at Paisley Park on Saturday. A source of frustration for Phoenix coach Davide Piccione was that his team’s strong performances in recent weeks had not resulted in a single victory. The Phoenix’s previous three matches ended in narrow one-goal losses. Picone lamented the luck that had eluded them in the start of the campaign. “Our team has been unlucky in the last few games,” he said. “It’s a good team … but for some reason, we hadn’t won a game and I’m not sure why. “We didn’t get the points until today. Soccer works like this sometimes. “With this win, the boys will hopefully get a bit more luck.”

The inclusion of captain George Noulas was huge for Altona East. Noulas is a rock solid defender and his leadership is invaluable. His return game was one to cherish. “You can feel his presence on the pitch,” Picone said. “He’s the captain, he’s a good player and when you’re missing one good player on the backline, it’s always hard to fill.” Altona East hit the lead from the penalty spot through Festim Elmazi. The Phoenix’s lead doubled when substitute Tomoki Shiboya found the back of the net. Goalkeeper George Iatrou pulled off a brilliant save from a free kick, but later could not stop Hoppers Crossing stalwart Alister Smart from pegging a goal back, leaving the Phoenix under late pressure. With Alessandro Verratti dominating in the midfield and Fernando Perez Rojas forming a steady partnership with Noulas, the Phoenix found a way to secure all three points and move off the bottom of the ladder.

Verratti was praised for his tireless work. “He was like a machine, up and down the pitch,” Picone said. “Defending and attacking no problem.” Altona East will pay a visit to seventh-placed Albion Rovers on Saturday. In state league 1, Altona City came from behind to beat Caroline Springs George Cross 3-1 at Kim Reserve. Conor Rafferty was the star for City with two goals, while Callum Byrne scored the other. City is sitting in second place on the ladder, just one point behind Preston Lions. Yarraville Glory played out a 0-0 draw with Banyule City. The Glory remains in second-last spot on the ladder. In state league 3, Alex Vlassis scored a double in Williamstown’s 4-0 win over Westvale at JT Gray Reserve. The Blues have moved up to sixth on the ladder. The women’s state leagues took the week off for cup action.

Spotswood showed off both its attacking flair and defensive might in a 253-point annihilation of Wyndhamvale in WRFL Women’s. Not only did the Wolves kick 37 goals from 68 scoring shots, but also they held the Falcons scoreless. Gilda Incigneri kicked 10 goals for Spotswood, while Caitlin Brennan added eight. The Wolves are on top of the ladder by percentage. In other games, West Footscray claimed a 26-point win over Yarraville Seddon and Laverton went down by 24 points to Point Cook.

Cricket

Yarraville Club has lured one of the biggest fish on local cricket’s transfer market. Star all-rounder Trent Lawford has signed on to captain the Clubbers in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division. Lawford has been brought in following a stint with Fitzroy Doncaster in Premier Cricket, but also has Sheffield Shield and Big Bash experience.

Rugby league

Altona Roosters are celebrating their first win of the NRL Victoria women’s first-grade season. The Roosters came away with an 18-6 win over Casey-Eastern at Colchester Reserve on Saturday. Club president Brandon Taunoa is coaching the Roosters’ women this season.

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