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New theory on a world record Is this a new world record? Years 3-5 pupils from Marymede Catholic College and St Joseph’s, St Paul the Apostle and St Mary’s primary schools got together recently in a bid to break the world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Albert Einstein. The current world record is 304 people and is held by a school in California. The Whittlesea record attempt involved 541 children donning white wigs and moustaches on August 16. Marymede Catholic College registrar Matthew Luczek said the schools chose to attempt to break the Albert Einstein word record because they thought it was unique. “It also provided us with a great opportunity to celebrate Science Week, of which this year’s theme was game changers and change makers.” The schools will now send details, photographs and videos of their attempt to the Guinness Book of World Records for verification. Laura Michell
Hume faces split bill Hume council could be forced to pay millions of dollars in subsidies to a stand-alone Sunbury council as the Liberal Party plans to base the new council on a similar model to the one proposed four years ago. Liberal candidate for Sunbury Cassandra Marr confirmed a Coalition government would create the new council using similar financial modelling to that used in 2014 when the Napthine government gave the go-ahead for Sunbury to split from Hume. Under the previous modelling, Hume council was required to pay $24 million in
subsidies to Sunbury council for the first 10 years of its existence. Ms Marr said she could not rule out Hume council being asked to pay a subsidy. The revelation comes as Hume councillors raise concerns about the Liberal’s plan to split Sunbury from Hume if they win the state election. The councillors recently wrote to Ms Marr and Liberal candidate for Yuroke Jim Overend, seeking an assurance that Hume residents would not have to subsidise the new council. The council said it has been kept in the dark about the proposal, despite writing to Opposition Leader Matthew Guy earlier this
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year and asking to meet him. Deputy mayor Carly Moore said it was time for the Liberal Party to provide clarity on how Sunbury council will be created and what the financial implications may be. “The previous council went through this process and the previous audit in council included a cross subsidy of over $24 million that Hume would pay to the new Sunbury council … I also know that all of the different reports on this matter have stated an initial start up cost of between $3-$5 million,” she said. “What I seek from [the candidates] is that no such subsidy or financial penalty will exist for the residents [of Hume].”
Ms Marr said a Coalition government would ensure there was a fair distribution of assets between Hume and Sunbury councils. She also rejected suggestions that rates in Hume and Sunbury would have to increase beyond the rates cap as a result of the split. Ms Marr told Star Weekly a Coalition government will base Sunbury council on the same boundaries as previously proposed, taking in Sunbury and Bulla. “This will be something we will start work on in our first 100 days of government with an aim to get it up and running as soon as possible,” she said.
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Property growth spurs rates rise By Laura Michell Ratepayers in Coolaroo and Jacana are facing rates rises of up to 22 per cent, Hume council has revealed. The council recently released details of its property revaluations which were carried out earlier this year, revealing that property values have increased by an average of 31 per cent since 2016. In Coolaroo, property values have increased 53 per cent in the past two years, while in Jacana, they have risen 50 per cent. In comparison, properties in Yuroke and
Wildwood rose by just 8 per cent. The revaluations are used by the council to calculate rates based on property values. Under the state government’s rate cap, the council is only permitted to increase its total rate income by 2.25 per cent. Ratepayers whose property value has increased by more than 31 per cent, will see a rates increase above 2.25 per cent, while properties with a value increase of less than 31 per cent will receive an increase of less than 2.25 per cent – and some may see a reduction in their rates. Mayor Geoff Porter said this meant that
ratepayers in Coolaroo and Jacana could receive higher rates rises than people living in other suburbs. “The largest increases in property values are in Coolaroo and Jacana, where rates will rise on average up to 22 per cent, and parts of Kalkallo where new infrastructure and development is accelerating,” he said. “On average, residents in Sunbury and Greenvale will see little change in their rates and Craigieburn will experience increases in line with the cap. “Tullamarine and Gladstone Park will see increases of about 10 per cent where demand
for development sites in this location continues to be strong.” Cr Porter said the council understood that fluctuations in property valuations could be unsettling for ratepayers. “From 2019, the state government has mandated that these revaluations be undertaken annually, which will hopefully eliminate the large fluctuations we have been seeing, making it easier for property owners to plan their finances.” Ratepayers have two months from the dates on their rates notice to object to their property valuation.
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Epping’s Jemma Gonzalez can’t wait to step onto the stage at Hisense Arena next month. The Epping Secondary College year 9 student is one of 16 principal dancers in the Victorian State Schools Spectacular, which will hold two performances at the arena on September 15. This is Jemma’s fifth year dancing in the spectacular after starting out as an ensemble dancer. It is her second year as one of the principal dancers. Jemma has spent the past nine months training for the shows, dedicating entire Sundays to rehearsals to learn new styles and complex dance routines. “It’s just great fun learning different styles. There are quite a lot of different styles including jazz and hip hop and some really sophisticated styles like salsa,” she said. “The moment you step out on the arena, the rush of adrenaline you get is amazing.” Jemma, 14, has been dancing since she was two years old, and said she hoped the spectacular will help her secure a career as a dancer. “It’s what I love to do. I enjoy challenging myself,” she said. The Victorian State Schools Spectacular performances will be held at 1pm and 6.30pm. Tickets: ticketek.com.au/spectacular Laura Michell
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Are you curious about how crimes are solved? Or perhaps you have wondered about how evidence is gathered? The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation’s northern metro branch is holding its inaugural Inside Story night next month, providing an insight into the investigations of some of Victoria’s most notable crimes. The event will feature two presentations by lead detectives, giving the audience a chance to see and hear details not covered by the media. Northern metro branch president Helen Walsh said the audience could see crime scene photos and hear details of interviews conducted by police. They will also have a chance to ask questions of the detectives. “These nights have proven to be extremely popular with other branches in their local community and we are hoping our local community will get behind this event,” she said. The event will raise money for a project in the paediatric emergency department at The Northern Hospital in honour of Constable Neil Clinch. Mr Clinch was killed during the apprehension of an armed offender at Fawkner on April 5, 1987. Inside Story will be held at the Greensborough RSL on Wednesday, September 12, from 7pm. Tickets cost $35 and include a light supper. Bookings can be made via www. trybooking.com/WPOT Laura Michell
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A Lalor fashion student is set to have her designs displayed in Melbourne’s CBD. Umi Rasmi, who studies at Kangan Institute, is one of six fashion students chosen to showcase her designs at Melbourne Fashion Week’s Bourke Street Mall exhibition. A dress, titled Jellyfish, which is part of a wider collection inspired by Ms Rasmi’s hometown of Darwin, will feature in the exhibition from Friday until September 7. The exhibition is one of six scattered across the city, showcasing innovative creations by Victorian fashion designers, jewellers, artisans, filmmakers and digital and video artists.
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Ms Rasmi said she was encouraged by her children to pursue her passion for fashion. After graduating, she hopes to create a design label that supports other women with young families by giving them a place to learn sewing, work and socialise, all while having their children cared for on site. “I plan to work with my family to create a unique business that combines fashion and childcare,” she said. “I want to empower women, especially women experiencing hardship and struggling to raise a young family.” Laura Michell
Police are investigating a fatal crash at Mernda on August 22. It is believed a van was travelling east along Masons Road when it lost control and veered into a tree about 5pm. The driver died at the scene. Three male passengers were taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
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Costco will open the doors to its long-awaited Epping warehouse on Wednesday at 8am. The 13,788-square metre store is the fourth Costco store to open in Victoria, and only the second with a fuel station. The retailer will celebrate the opening with specials and a treasure hunt of unique items. Details: www.costco.com.au FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Northern Star Weekly @nstarweekly @star_weekly
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New bid to manage school park By Laura Michell Hume council hopes the state government will appoint it as a committee of management for part of the former Broadmeadows Primary School site in a bid to avoid buying the land. As reported by Star Weekly Weekly, Planning Minister Richard Wynne asked the council in July to buy 7500-square-metres of land on the Nicholas Street site, which will be turned into a park.
It is not known how much the council was asked to pay for the land, but mayor Geoff Porter said at the time that the council was opposed to the idea. The Nicholas Street site was rezoned as residential last month, paving the way for the land to be included in the government’s inclusionary housing pilot, which is aimed at boosting Victoria’s social housing stocks by building up to 100 properties across four sites. Private and social housing will be built on
the land, which will be developed by a private builder in conjunction with community housing providers. The 2.16 hectare site will also include 7500-square-metres of open space. The government initially planned to build a 1000-square-metre park on the site, but increased its size following public backlash. Councillors voted at their August 13 meeting to write to Mr Wynne and ask for the council to be appointed as a committee of management for the park. Cr Porter said the decision followed
talks with Mr Wynne and Broadmeadows MP Frank McGuire earlier this month. “This outcome would benefit both levels of government and the community, as it means the state government would retain ownership of the site and council funds that may have gone towards purchasing the land would contribute to the best open space amenities for our residents,” he said. Cr Porter said the council would invest up to $1 million to develop the site.
Drivers in training Meet Graham Arnol – one of the people responsible for training Metro drivers to drive trains on the new rail tracks to Mernda. Mr Arnol, who started driving trains in 1973 and has been a principal driver with Metro for nine years, has spent the past month preparing drivers for the opening of the Mernda rail extension. The eight-kilometre extension from South Morang to Mernda opened on Sunday, bringing passenger trains to Mernda for the first time since 1959. Mr Arnol said drivers needed to be trained on the new tracks to ensure they are aware of the location of the three new stations and signals, as well as to familiarise themselves with the gradients of the track. He said 24 drivers were required for the new section, with Metro calling on a mix of new and existing drivers for the job. “This is the first real extension we have had in a long time. Sunbury was probably the last big extension. Most of the drivers are looking
forward to going out on the new section of track,” Mr Arnol said. “It’s really good on the new track. It is as smooth as silk. People will notice the difference to the rest of the track.” Laura Michell
Graham Arnol has been training Metro drivers on the new rail tracks to Mernda. (Joe Mastroianni)
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Urgent call for aged care centre By Laura Michell A campaign for an aged care centre in Mernda and Doreen is gathering steam. Doreen residents Terri Mackenzie, Dani Trubiano and Robyn Robertson have begun collecting signatures on a petition calling for Whittlesea council and the state and federal governments to start planning for an aged care facility in the Mernda and Doreen area. They believe the centre should include independent living, a hostel and nursing day care. To date, they have collected more than 700 signatures.
The trio, with the help of Whittlesea council, Yan Yean MP Danielle Green, and local groups, will hold a community forum next month to form a working party to lobby for the centre to be built sooner rather than later. Ms Mackenzie, who is a former aged care nurse, said there were no aged care facilities in the area, meaning older residents were being forced to move out of the community. “We want to shine a spotlight on the lack of aged care facilities,” she said. “If you have a partner who is sick and needs care, they have to go out of the area. But if you
are not doing so well, then you maybe can’t visit,” she said. “We are hoping to raise public awareness and start a proper working party to get this on people’s agendas.” The group began campaigning after a Whittlesea council project asked residents to provide feedback on how they would like their communities to look in 2040. Ms Mackenzie said the project made her realise that the Mernda and Doreen community couldn’t wait another 22 years for an aged care facility. According to population forecast company,
Forecast.id, Mernda and Doreen are home to more than 4600 people aged 50 and over. By 2028, the number of residents over 50 is expected to rise to 7750, before hitting close to 9500 in 2040. “There isn’t even any land set aside for a [aged care] facility,” Ms Mackenzie said. The community forum will be held on September 12 at the Orchard Road Community Centre, corner Orchard Road and Patience Avenue, Doreen from 10am-2pm. It will include a light lunch and entertainment. Bookings are essential and can be made via trybooking.com/402825
Picking up new skills The next generation of horticulture workers are set to be trained in Mernda. Mushroom growers, Costa Group, and Melbourne Polytechnic have received a $1.6 million grant from the state government to run a virtual picking training program. The training program will use virtual technology to help mushroom, salad and field vegetable workers experience working in the field to help get them job ready. The project will focus on increasing productivity by reducing worker turnover and workplace injuries, improving safety and reducing product waste. It will be funded by the government’s Workforce Training Innovation Fund which aims to deliver training in response to industry-led demand for specific skills not being adequately met by the current training market.
Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria and Yan Yean MP Danielle Green said the training program would be a core curriculum for field workers across the horticulture industry. She said the innovative project would play a key role in ensuring workers have the skills they need to support Victoria’s growing horticulture sector. “This project is yet another example of the work we’re doing to give all Victorians access to the training they need to get a job,” she said. Laura Michell
Jose Cambon from Costa, Danielle Green, Greg Madigan from Melbourne Polytechnic and Gurinder Sandhu from Costa. (Shawn Smits)
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Landowners rights outlined By Laura Michell Landowners on Yan Yean Road are being urged to attend a meeting next month to learn about their rights if their land is compulsorily acquired. VicRoads has began the planning and investigations process for the second stage of the Yan Yean Road upgrade, which will widen the road between Kurrak and Bridge Inn roads. Roundabouts will also be built at the Heard Avenue and Jorgensen Avenue intersections and traffic lights installed at North Oatlands
Road, Bannons Lane, Orchard Road and Bridge Inn Road intersections. Aitken Partners lawyers will hold an information session on Tuesday, September 4, for landowners who are concerned their properties could be affected by the upgrade. Principal lawyer Peta Olive said preliminary designs for the project suggested that up to 80 properties could be affected. “Given the project is in the planning stages, the formal compulsory acquisition process has not yet commenced,” she said. “The compulsory acquisition process can
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be complex and both landowners and tenants have potential rights to claim compensation. We want people to understand their rights early on in the process.” Ms Olive said in the majority of cases, VicRoads could not compulsorily acquire land for the upgrade until a public acquisition
overlay was applied to the properties, adding it was important the landowners understood the process. “Our information session will discuss the process VicRoads must follow in a compulsory acquisition situation and we will provide an overview of [landowners’] legal rights,” she said. “Everyone is different and the impacts on their properties, lives and/or businesses are also different.” The meeting is at Yarrambat Park Golf Club, 649 Yan Yean Road, Yarrambat, from 6pm. To attend, email nwilson@aitken.com.au
Principal of the matter A principal has been appointed to Craigieburn’s newest school – Aitken Hill Primary School. Former Killara Primary School principal Peter Hansen has swapped the Sunbury school for Aitken Hill, which is due to open next year. Before joining Killara Primary School – where he was assistant principal for three years – Mr Hansen was the literacy coach at Mackellar Primary School in Delahey, helping teachers boost their literacy teaching. Mr Hansen’s appointment comes as the state government confirmed the new school would continue to be known as Aitken Hill – its provisional name for the planning process. Mr Hansen said over the next six months he will work with the community, students and parents to create a school that embodies excellence and opportunity for students. He will also begin appointing teachers and will work closely with architects and builders to ensure the school is built to the highest
standard. Yuroke MP Ros Spence said Aitken Hill Primary School, on Elevation Boulevard, would cater for 475 students from prep to year 6, and would feature state-of-the-art physical education and performing arts facilities. “Peter Hansen is an experienced school leader with a reputation for instilling a culture of excellence. I know we’ll see Aitken Hill Primary School get off to a great start in 2019,” she said. Laura Michell
Yuroke MP Ros Spence with newly appointed Aitken Hill Primary School principal Peter Hansen. (Shawn Smits)
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Twins club
Join the Doreen/Mernda Twins Club for morning tea and to meet other families with pre-school aged twins. The next meeting is on Monday, September 17, at Laurimar Community Activity Centre, 11 Hazel Glen Drive, Doreen, 10am-noon. ■ bit.ly/2PqGETt
Celebrate dad
Bring your dad to Craigieburn library on Thursday, August 30 for a special Father’s Day storytime. You can also make a gift for dad. At 75-95 Central Park Avenue, 6.30-7.30pm. Bookings required. ■ 9356 6980
Business networking
Join the Whittlesea Coffee Club networking event on Friday, August 31 at 18g Cafe at
Westfield Plenty Valley from 9-10.30am for a chance to meet with local businesses and develop new working relationships. The Whittlesea Coffee Club networking series encourages local businesses to draw together and share information, ideas, resources and opportunities. ■ 9217 2278
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Human Services will be on hand to answer your questions to help make the most out of your pension. At 2a May Road, 1-3pm. ■ 9465 2353
Cooking demonstration
Have you got a precious heirloom you would like to know more about? Eaglemont Antiques’ Dawn Davis will visit Mill Park library on Thursday, August 30 for appraisals and to provide advice about preserving treasures. One item per person. At 394 Plenty Road, 6.30-7.30pm. ■ 9437 8189
Head to Mill Park library on Monday, September 3 for cooking demonstrations as part of Yarra Plenty Regional Library’s Booklovers Festival. There will be demonstrations and tastings that reflect the many cultures in the community. Taste a sample and take home a copy of the recipe. At 394 Plenty Road, 1-2.30pm. ■ 9437 8189
Community safety meeting
Join Victoria Police at Craigieburn Central on Thursday, August 30, for a discussion about personal and community safety followed by a free lesson in basic self-defense techniques from GKR Karate. At 340 Craigieburn Road, 7-8pm. ■ www.facebook.com/craigieburncentral
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The Sunbury Art Society’s Our World exhibition is on display at Craigieburn’s Gee Lee-Wik Doleen Gallery until October 14. This is the group’s first exhibition outside of Sunbury. At 75-95 Central Park Avenue. ■ hume.vic.gov.au
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Have you got unwanted chemicals at home? Drop them off at the Epping detox your home chemical collection day on Saturday, September 8 from 9am-3pm. The drop-off address will be provided when you register. ■ www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au
Understanding your pension
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To end family violence we need to recognise how it starts. It starts with a lack of respect for women. Whether it’s just a joke or a passing remark, when a mate says something about women that you think isn’t right, let him know about it. Speak up. Staying silent means you accept what he said, and he gets away with it. You don’t have to say much, just something. For help, or someone to talk to, go to vic.gov.au/familyviolencesupport
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Stepping up to help those in need Derithe Harrison’s father served in WWI in the army. He died on May 14, 1942, and she was born the following January. In 1947, she went to her first Melbourne Legacy’s girls’ classes and speech training on a Friday night. “This is where I met the wonderful Legatees who did so much for Legacy families,” Bundoora resident Derithe says. “We used to call them our ‘Friday Night Dads’ because they were there for us when we needed them – replacing the dads we didn’t have. I thoroughly enjoyed attending these classes and did so for more than 20 years. “When I needed help getting a job, I was fortunate enough to have a particular Legatee Phillip Schofield take an interest in my welfare and he employed me in his branch of the ANZ Bank. “He was always there for me with advice, support and general interest in my wellbeing. I kept in contact with him and his wife Violet until they passed away.” Legacy also assisted Derithe’s family with her education and holidays away at various camps. “I can remember so many great outings, such as the Christmas parties at Government House, Operation Float and Luna Park. These experiences were very special and much appreciated.”
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omework: it can be a hot-button issue for parents to manage, particularly when it’s mostly done on tablet or computer. Is your child actually doing homework or just playing games? Devorah Heitner, PhD, from Raising Digital Natives, provides some strategies to help parents figure out what’s happening and to foster their child’s homework independence: 1. Let kids unwind before tackling homework They’ve just been sitting for long hours in a classroom and probably using technology for a chunk of the day, so the last thing they want is to sit still and concentrate. They need to get some outdoor time to release energy, spend time talking to you about their day or just generally chill out. Giving them this time will refresh their brains. 2. Are they really doing homework? Every time you look over, your child seems engrossed in the computer but is he/she just checking the latest cat video? Is the textbook open but the smartphone’s buzzing at the same time? If you think your child might be distracted, it’s a good idea to brainstorm with them ways of minimising disruption and set up daily habits to make homework time less of a battle. One habit/rule to introduce is to use only one screen at a time. Another is to establish a set routine: have a snack, talk about the day, half an hour of ‘play’ time and then into it. Consistency will set up a routine likely to help them throughout their school years. 3. Set up a distraction-free zone A designated spot for homework – minus TV and phone – is important. Make sure it’s well lit and, if possible, away from high-traffic areas such as the kitchen and family room.
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4. Set a good example A child’s homework time is a great chance for you to work on your own ‘homework’. You may have a report to finish, emails to write or bills to pay. Letting your child see you focus on your own task without pausing to check your phone
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The school captains of Marymede Catholic College in South Morang wanted the chance to have a positive impact on students, from Prep through to Year 12, at their vibrant school. They tell Carole Levy how they arrived at being captains and what they hope to achieve.
Why did you want to become a school captain? Gabriella: Seeing our house and school captains generate enthusiasm and inspire younger students was something I wanted to emulate from early on. I knew I wanted to be a leader. I became the year 8 captain and then, in year 11, became a tutor leader (in a small, closely engaged group). I wanted to give a piece of myself back to the school, being a role model and having a positive impact on younger students. Having interaction with them in the school yards, at events and extra-curricular activities, I was able to connect with them as captain at a deeper level. Ebadat: When I started in year 7, I was very shy. I would never have imagined myself as being a school captain. As I went through school, I had meaningful contact with our school leaders, particularly my tutor leaders who broke down my walls and got me out of my bubble. They were my mentors. I wanted to, in turn, be a mentor to other students. I understand how they feel, when
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being new and shy can hold you back. As school captain, it enabled a connectedness with all year groups, not just my own.
What is the best bit about being school captain? Gabriella: When I give speeches at school assemblies and look out to see our whole school united. I find it very rewarding to know I’m having an influence on students of all ages. Ebadat: I enjoy it when I walk around the school yard, having conversations with students of all ages. The captain’s role is one of authority and is noticed, which allows me to connect with students in very meaningful ways.
Is there a leader you look up to or admire? Gabriella: I know it might sound cliched, but it’s Mother Theresa. She was so loving and cared about vulnerable people and I’m attracted to those qualities. I find her example helps me when I, for example, visit aged-care homes, reminding me of simplicity and level-headedness. Being a leader is not just
about having authority, but rather being a servant. Ebedat: My grandfather, Dalbir Singh, is someone I look up to and admire greatly. He converted from Sikhism to Christianity, which took a lot of courage and caused conflict with his family and other loved ones. But he believed he was doing the right thing. He follows his principles always; he leads by example and is the best leader I’ve ever met. He’s genuine, he’s deeply spiritual and he’s the first one I consult. It’s his guidance I look for and value.
What are your future plans? Gabriella: I want to go to university and study nursing. Helping others is very important to me, as is service to my community. I plan to continue helping out in the likes of food kitchens and St Vinnies as much as time allows with my studies. Ebadat: I’ll be going to university to study in the science area and then figure out what I want to do. I also want to continue serving my community in ways that will help people.
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he Victorian Anti Bullying and Mental Health Initiative is a $7.05 million investment to put a stop to bullying in schools. The numbers reveal the need is real. In 2016, suicide was the leading cause of death for Australian children aged 5-17 years. This new program includes a $4.8 million investment in new mental health support and a dedicated suicide prevention program. It’s the equivalent of 40,000 hours of hands-on mental health support. It also brings together resources that are available across government to help schools address bullying in all forms, from physical threats to cyber bullying to verbal intimidation. It is hoped this approach will give schools the tools and resources they need to build a culture of respect and understanding, and to empower students to stand up and speak out when they see bullying.
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Mental health programs These programs help schools promote positive mental health and ensure that students feel supported at school. eSmart eSmart helps schools to build a smart and responsible culture that allows students to embrace the benefits of communications technology, while also being savvy about potential risks and pitfalls.
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Bully Stoppers With resources for teachers, principals, students and parents, Bully Stoppers helps make sure that bullying is taken seriously and not ignored. Behaviour programs School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support is a framework to help school professionals address and prevent poor behaviour in our school. Safe Schools Safe Schools is a program that supports schools to foster an inclusive and safe environment for our school community, including for LGBTI students, families and teachers.
Respectful Relationships Respectful Relationships is an initiative that supports our schools and early childhood education to promote and model respect, positive attitudes and behaviours, and teach children how to build healthy relationships, resilience and confidence. Suicide prevention Schools are being supported to promote
positive mental health and create a supportive environment for students. Combating racism The Combating Racism program helps ensure every school has an environment where every student, regardless of their background, can belong. Source: www.education.vic.gov.au
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Captains of Kilmore International School, Jacob Knight and Phoebe Nadenbousch, tell Carole Levy how they became school captains and what impact their role has had on them and their school.
Why did you want to become school more of a say. For example, we moved years 11 and 12 into a new space and I was able to have captain? Jacob: I saw it as a good way to get my point of view across and to promote the direction our school should perhaps take. We need connectivity between students and staff … being captain gives me a voice to represent my peers and their views. I’m like a link between teachers and students and, as captain, I get to present those thoughts to the principal and board. Also, I was year 11 captain and this gave me a taste of being a leader, so I was very happy to try out for school captain this year.
an influence on how that space was set up for maximum student enjoyment.
unique and creative approach to life; respect wrapped up in humour. She is very cool.
What are your future plans?
Phoebe: For me, it’s a chance to lead by example. I see our primary school students, so passionate, and it’s amazing how much they look up to Jacob and me. When I speak at assemblies, I can see them respond. As captains, we also get to leave our mark on the school … this year, for example, we designed the year 12 jacket in conjunction with the year leaders. That was fun, as well as a “practising diplomacy exercise”.
Jacob: I will be applying for university entry into Melbourne, Monash, New York, Los Angeles and Bond universities. I will probably go to a university in Melbourne first, though. I’m leaning towards study in the commerce area because I believe it’s important to understand economics and how the world works. Or I might go in the engineering direction because I like the idea of building things and being innovative.
Is there a leader you admire?
Phoebe: I’m hoping to take a gap year next year, working/volunteering/travelling. Then I want to go to Australian National University to study international business and development. I hope to pursue a career in that field, with a particular focus on education for women. It’s the social enterprise route for me – hopefully it’s not a pipe dream. In year 10, I went to Cambodia on a mission with Cambodian Kids Foundation and it was then that I realised I could get a job like that. My mum and I went on to raise about $4000 for the foundation. Through my swimming club, I participate in the 24-hour swimathon to raise funds for Berry Street. With the many charity fundraising days at the school, I go into it wholeheartedly. We might give to the local Moira Kelly foundation or to the international Oaktree foundation – and, as captains, we get to choose where funds are directed.
Phoebe: My three older sisters went to this school, so it’s always been part of my life. I became year captain from year 7 onwards, only missing year 10, and this meant I got closer to teachers and the admin side of the school. I could see both the strengths and flaws in our school and wanted to enhance the former and address the latter. I was especially keen to see more bridges built between local and international students. We are so lucky to have students from all over and getting to know their different cultures and backgrounds is a great experience.
What is the best bit about being school captain? Jacob: It gives me a formal way into expressing my views – it’s my job to do that. I enjoy acting on behalf of my peers and also getting a bit
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Jacob: I’d have to say my dad, Adam. He’s the president of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia and I really admire the way he conducts his work. I want to incorporate his principles into my own life, such as consideration and fairness. He always takes other people’s views into account when making decisions. He believes in consensus and always thinks of others first. Phoebe: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, who is a Nigerian author with a contemporary take on feminism. We studied some of her works last year and I find her inspiring. She’s not overtly “crazy” and does everything with composure and respect, even when faced with blatant opposition and discrimination. She’s inspiring, not just for her life experiences but also her
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Hume fights for its spot By Tara Murray Hume City’s National Premier League fate will come down to the final round. Hume had chances on Saturday night against 12th-placed Green Gully to ensure its place in the state’s top grade next season, but couldn’t come away with the three points. Hume took the lead twice in the match, but the Cavaliers hit back both times. Captain-coach Nick Hegarty opened the scoring in the sixth minute for Hume, before the Cavaliers equalled through an own goal to Will Hendon. Hume looked the better of the two sides and was rewarded with a second goal through Harry Monaghan in the 32nd minute to regain the lead. The chances kept coming for Hume, but it was the Cavaliers that found the back of the net, through Kieran Dover in the 61st minute. Hume didn’t goal again and had to settle for a draw. The result leaves Hume in 11th place, one point clear of the Cavaliers heading into the final round. Whichever team finishes 12th will play in a play-off against an NPL2 side, to remain in the top flight. Hume faces fourth-placed Pascoe Vale while the Cavaliers face ninth-placed Kingston. In NPL2 west, Whittlesea Ranges had a good win against Melbourne Victory. Victory scored early on before the Ranges leveled the score in the 33rd minute through Anthony Ramzy. It was the Ranges through Jose Luis Ramires Soto that hit the front in the 85th minute. The Ranges hung on to win 2-1. The Ranges sit sixth with two rounds remaining.
Thomastown’s second half comeback fell agonisingly short in Northern Football League division 2 at the weekend. But in the end it didn’t matter, with the Bears snatching fourth place, and a finals berth, on percentage. It was a virtual elimination final as the Bears and Diamond Creek faced off for the last spot in the top four. In the end, it was just two points between the teams. Diamond Creek led by 39 points at half-time and looked to be heading to an easy win. The Bears though had other ideas and reduced the margin to 23 points at three-quarter time. The Bears kicked 5.6 in the final quarter to Diamond Creek’s 2.3. At the final siren, the Bears fell agonisingly short, losing 14.14 (98) 13.18 (96). The Bears and Diamond Creek finished equal on 44 points, but the Bears percentage was 1.33 better, securing the last spot in the finals. The Bears will face Banyule in a knockout semi-final. Eltham will play Lower Plenty in the other semi-final. Epping finished its season with a 15.15 (105) - 6.3 (39) loss to Eltham. The Pingers finished sixth with six wins. Tara Murray
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SPORT Lions scrape through in a well-timed win South Morang lives to fight another day in the Northern Football League division 3 finals. In what would turn out to be a thriller against Laurimar, the Lions hit the front with about a minute to go through a 50-metre penalty and resulting goal. The Lions hung on to win 13.11 (89)-12.12 (84). Lions coach Gary Hall said it was one of those games which could have gone either way. Hall said experience helped the side a little, but in the end it was down to which side was in front at the final siren. “It was a good effort,” he said. “It was about who makes the most chances and who made least mistakes. “We live to fight another day.” Samuel Indian was the standout for the Lions. The 17-year-old kicked six goals and was a key target up forward. “It’s a fair effort for a 17-year-old,” Hall said. “He’s such a big boy and he leads really well,
When he gets front position he is hard to stop. We needed him today and he was able to take his chances.” Other standouts for the Lions were James Mellerick, Tye Hall, Bailey Brown and Cory Giannone. The win sets up a preliminary final against Panton Hill on Saturday at Whittlesea showgrounds. Panton Hill lost its semi-final to St Mary’s, 8.14 (62)-5.9 (39). St Mary’s awaits the winner of the preliminary final in the grand final. Hall said he expected another close match this week. “We’re one win off a grand final,” he said. “We need to take our chances again. It looks like it will be a tough grand final, no matter who makes it. “We took our chances this week and hopefully we can take next week and hopefully the week after.” In division 1, Bundoora enters the finals on
the back of a 9.21 (75)-10.4 (64) win against North Heidelberg. The Bulldogs kicked six goals in the first quarter, but only four goals after that as the Bulls overran them. Damandeep Aujla was named the Bulls’ best. The Bulls finished the regular season in fourth and will play Greensborough in an elimination final on Sunday. Whittlesea has been unable to avoid relegation this year, after finishing bottom. The Eagles needed to win on Saturday against Hurstbridge. Unfortunately they lost, 19.10 (124)-15.8 (98). Matthew Atta was named the Eagles’ best. Tara Murray
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Bulls charge to premiership glory By Tara Murray Bundoora has completed the perfect season in the Northern Football League’s women’s division 3 competition. Fielding a women’s team for the first time, the Bulls completed an undefeated season with a grand final win over Eltham on Sunday. The Bulls had conceded just 100 points for the season before Sunday’s game and went in as red hot favourites against Eltham, which finished the season in fourth. The Redbacks kicked the opening goal of the game, but after that it was all the Bulls. They dominated the contest, with the ball spending most of the game in their forward half. The Bulls’ dominance wasn’t rewarded as it could have been, but it didn’t matter as there was little challenge on the scoreboard. The Redbacks had a glimmer of hope when they scored their second goal early in the last quarter, but the Bulls responded immediately.
With the win in the bag, the Bulls enjoyed the final minutes of the game knowing the premiership was theirs. The final score was 6.9 (45)-2.0 (12). Bulls coach Gary Moorcroft said it was pleasing to see the side deliver on the big stage. “It’s been a long road, to start with we had five or six girls at pre-season training and everyone has jumped on board and come together well as a group. “They are a fantastic bunch of girls to coach, they listen, they learn and want to get better.” He said there was some early nerves on Sunday which played a part in the game. “To come into a granny with the mindset of being undefeated, things can go wrong,” he said. “Our girls took a while to settle and after the first quarter they did. They were a bit fumbly early, but got their run going which
was good. They withstood the pressure of Eltham and were able to run over the top of them in the end which was good.” Neither side kicked a goal in the second quarter, but the Bulls still dominated play. In the second half they were able to gain reward for their effort. Moorcroft said repeat inside 50s was the key to their game. “That’s what we try and do, we try and play the game in the forward half,” he said. “The girls are well structured and they stick to the game plan and press up. That’s how we’ve won most of our games.” Rebekah Blennerhassett kicked two goals, while Amy Callway, Brittany Del Romano, Bridgette Taylor-Gray and Brieanna Musgrave were the other goalkickers. Candice Dyson, Jemma Cremore and Jemayne Jonkers Albrecht were named among the Bulls’ best. Moorcroft said one of the most pleasing things was being able to have the girls enjoy
the last few minutes knowing they had won. It allowed the side’s leading goalkicker Chloe Moorcroft to take to the field. Moorcroft, who finished second in the competition goalkicking, has glandular fever and shouldn’t have been playing. She got to spend the last five minutes of the game on the ground. She joins her father, Gary, as a senior premiership player at the club. Eltham’s Krystal Cullinan was awarded the best on ground medal by the umpires. Moorcroft, who has been involved all season and took over the head coaching role mid-season, already has one eye on next year. He said he would probably coach the side again. In the other women’s grand finals, Bendigo took out the division 1 title, beating Keilor 7.7 (49)-1.4 (10). In division 2, West Preston Lakeside defeated Montmorency 6.2 (38)-4.5 (29). 21 NORTHERN STAR WEEKLY \ AUGUST 28, 2018
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Demons prepare for redemption after failing to fire Tullamarine will need to bounce back if it is to keep its Essendon District Football League division 1 premiership hopes alive. The Demons produced their worst performance of the season at the wrong time when they were comprehensively beaten by Airport West in a semi-final. The Demons were in the game on the scoreboard at half-time, but never looked likely. A nine-goal-to-one second half resulted in the Eagles winning 15.13 (103)-6.11 (47). Demons coach David Connell said it was a disappointing game all round. “I don’t think we could have played any worse,” he said. “They were in control for most of the game. Most of the areas we concentrate on, we were beaten on. “I’m not worried about the margin – we tried a few things in the third quarter to see if we could get something going.” Connell said resting players the week before
hadn’t been the reason for the loss. He said there had been no choice about resting those carrying injuries and the knowledge they had a second chance might have played a role in the performance. Connell said there wasn’t one player that stood out in the loss. “We had no winners,” he said. “Five or six broke even, but that’s it. “It’s the worst performance of the year. We’re hoping we don’t do that again.” The Demons will this week face Craigieburn in a preliminary final, with the winner to play Airport West in the grand final. Connell said hopefully the outcome would be different, but nothing else would change this week. “We went into Saturday needing to win one game to make a grand final and nothing has changed with that result,” he said. “We still need to win one game to make the
Tullamarine’s Caleb Harward tries to break a tackle. (Damian Visentini)
grand final. “We will be remembered by how we play this week. “If we win, no one will remember it. “If we lose, we will remember it for the next six months.”
Adam Bartrop is in doubt for the game after hurting a knee early on Saturday. It was his return game from an injury to his other knee. Connell said he hoped they would get Tim Barresi and Anthony Prestia back from injury. In other results, Greenvale has finished the premier division season in fourth after a disappointing final round. Playing for a top two spot, the Jets lost to Essendon Doutta Stars 12.17 (89)-9.7 (61). The Jets will face Strathmore in a knockout semi-final. In division 2, Roxburgh Park sealed a top two spot with a 21.14 (140)-12.7 (79) win against Moonee Valley. The Magpies will play Northern Saints for a spot in the grand final. Tara Murray
Eagles survive a scare By Tara Murray There were plenty of nerves in the final few minutes as Craigieburn withstood a Hillside comeback in their Essendon District Football League division 1 semi-final. At three-quarter time the Eagles had made the most of the breeze to kick away to a 34-point lead and looked set for victory and a preliminary final spot. But the Sharks, who had the wind in the last quarter, didn’t give up and pegged the margin back to within a goal. Their comeback fell just short, giving the Eagles a 13.12 (90)-12.16 (88) win and keeping their season alive for at least another week. Eagles coach Peter Bugden said his nerves were on the edge in the final quarter. He said they took the foot off the pedal in the last quarter after pushing the margin out to six goals in the third quarter. “We were definitely out on our feet,” he said. “I think we got a bit complacent with our attack on the ball. We were second to the ball and not doing the hard work. “To the boys credit we live to fight another day.” Bugden said the Sharks had a couple of shots late which would have let them hit the front, but they couldn’t convert. “They never threw in the towel and credit to Steve Burns and his players they were really spirited. “It was a flip of a coin and it landed on us.” Bugden said Ben Fynch was their best playing at half-back and he was well supported by the young brigade of Liam Middleton, Brock Chircop and Sammy Laffan. Dean Limbach kicked four goals. Bugden said the result showed both the best and worst of the Eagles. “At our best we are really good, but when we take our foot off the pedal we are average.” The one downside of the win was a serious knee injury to Damien Bugeja. Bugden said it looked like Bugeja had done his ACL and would miss the preliminary final. The Eagles could get three of their biggest names back. Captain Christian McErlain, Ryan Bongetti and Stefan Terzievski are all chances to return. All three would add experience to the side. Bugden said they were hoping to have at least two, if not all three of them. The Eagles face Tullamarine in a preliminary final. The Demons enter the match on the back of their worst performance of the season. The Demons lost to Airport West, 15.13 (103)-6.11 (47). Bugden, who is stepping down at season’s end, is hoping to extend his stay at Craigieburn by another week and said they would need to take it up another level if they were to beat the Demons. “We have had difficultly against Tullamarine,” he said. 22 NORTHERN STAR WEEKLY \ AUGUST 28, 2018
Allanna Procak top scored for Craigieburn Eagles on Saturday night. (Shawn Smits)
Vikings in the box seat Craigieburn Eagles will have to do it the hard way if they’re to claim the Big V women’s division 2 championship. The Eagles, who were the first team through to the grand final, fell to Blackburn Vikings in game one of the grand final series at the weekend. With form and confidence, the Vikings got off to a flying start in game one on Saturday night and led the Eagles by 16 points at half-time. The Eagles found their groove in the third quarter and were able to halve the margin heading into the final quarter. They weren’t able to continue that momentum, with the Vikings increasing the margin to 12 points early in the last quarter. The Eagles were never able to get any closer than seven points, as the Vikings won 61-49. Allanna Procak top scored with 12 points for the Eagles, with Nicole Cameron the only other player in double figures. It was a poor shooting night for the Eagles. They shot at just 27 per cent from the field and made just two of 15 three-point attempts. Their free throws weren’t great either, hitting just 51 per cent from the line. The Eagles will be hoping a return to their home court will help get them going this weekend. Game two is being played on Saturday night and if needed, game three will be played on Sunday, both at Craigieburn. Tara Murray Cragieburn’s Jacob McNicol marks. (Marco De Luca)
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