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Pride of the college Marymede Catholic College pupils will be transported to the African savannah when they take to the stage in The Lion King Junior next month. The show features about 100 pupils from years 5-9, giving them the opportunity to take on lead roles which may have previously gone to senior students. Director Angie Bedford has been studying Auslan and will be incorporating sign language into parts of the show. “We have a campus of St Mary’s College for the Deaf at Marymeade Catholic College, and many students who are hearing impaired,” she said. “Over the last couple of years, I have been following the work of Deaf West on Broadway and love the idea of using Auslan, as it is a visual language. “The students are doing an amazing job simultaneously singing in different African languages and signing Auslan.” Ms Bedford said she had long wanted to put on a performance of The Lion King King. “It has been on my list for a long time. Until last December, there were limitations on the rights for schools, so the day it became available, we snapped it up.” The Lion King Junior is at the Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre from July 18-20. Tickets: 9217 2317 Laura Michell
Janelle as Young Nala, Jennifer as Naia, Giselle as Rafiki, Zac as Young Simba and Paul as Simba. (Marco De Luca)
Plug pulled on pool By Laura Michell Work has stopped on the redevelopment of the Broadmeadows Aquatic and Leisure Centre after the head contractor went into liquidation three months after being awarded the project tender. The $2.49 million redevelopment of the Tanderrum Way centre began in April and was expected to be completed in September. The work by Xerri Group was to include repairs to the 25-metre pool roof, changeroom upgrades, new steam room and on-deck showers, removal of the mezzanine balcony
and resurfacing of the pool concourse. The centre’s energy efficiency was to be improved, with north-facing windows double glazed and tinted and pool plant equipment updated. According to Hume council’s website, the centre’s mezzanine balcony had already been removed and roof repairs started when work stopped on June 12. The 25-metre pool spa, sauna and adjacent changerooms had been closed to allow the redevelopment to take place. Hume corporate services director Daryl Whitfort said the centre would operate in its current state until further notice.
He defended the council’s decision to award the tender for the project to Xerri Group. “When the contract was approved by council on the 12th of March, 2019, council’s tendering process confirmed that the construction company was financially sound and a best-fit for the job,” he said. “This process included a rigorous procurement procedure that included financial and referee checks. “Council is investigating the necessary steps to finish the project.” Broadmeadows Progress Association member and Broadmeadows Aquatic and
Leisure Centre user Sonja Rutherford said it was a concern that Xerri Group had gone into liquidation so soon after being awarded the contract. Mrs Rutherford said the centre’s gym was due to be relocated to a pop-up gym just before the work stopped. “The gym now has an uncertain timeline,” she said. “We were pleased with the renovation and people were prepared for inconvenience, but now we don’t know what is happening.” The council will provide updates on the redevelopment at hume.vic.gov.au/balcupdates.
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Relief as runway plan stalls By Tate Papworth and Laura Michell Melbourne Airport’s plans for a third runway have been grounded. The airport has long planned to include four runways in a hashtag formation and had resolved to build its third runway on an east-west alignment. But Melbourne Airport chief executive Lyell Strambi said new data indicated east-west might not be the best option for the third runway. “Due to a number of factors which have changed over time, we have undertaken a
planning review over the last six months to assess whether east-west remains the preferred option for the third runway that we announced in 2013,” Mr Strambi said. “Our review provides strong evidence to suggest the north-south parallel could now provide a superior outcome in terms of availability, capacity, long-term investment profile and community impacts.” Melbourne Airport’s 2018 draft master plan predicted a new east-west runway would result in flights passing over Gladstone Park and Westmeadows for the first time.
Mr Strambi said wind shear was now recorded more precisely than when initial plans were announced, so it had been determined an east-west runway would allow for significantly less traffic than first thought. He said a decision on the best option would be made as soon as possible. “We really need the runway capacity and the sooner we can build it, the better,” he said. The airport anticipates a three-month review period. As part of the process, 18 community workshops will be held, giving locals the opportunity to speak with planners.
Hume Residents Airport Action Group spokesman Frank Rivoli said while Gladstone Park and Westmeadows residents were relieved to hear the new runway may not be east-west, they were mindful that an additional north-south runway would impact on people living in Keilor and Sunshine. “We have always held the view that additional runways, whether they be east-west or north-south, do not protect communities,” he said. “We believe the use of Avalon, particularly in the future … could take the pressure off Melbourne.”
Bundoora bid for Matildas The Matildas could be calling Bundoora home, with La Trobe University’s sports park named as one of five possible locations for the national women’s soccer team base. Football Victoria has nominated La Trobe Sports Park and Brimbank, Casey, Darebin and Maroondah as shortlisted locations for the Matildas’ headquarters. The next stage of discussions will involve La Trobe and the councils as part of a feasibility study. It is proposed that the Matildas’ base will include elite training facilities to cater for the senior and emerging Matildas programs, leading-edge medical and sports science facilities, strength and conditioning areas, an aquatic zone, indoor futsal facilities and offices for technical staff from Football Federation Australia and Football Victoria. It is also proposed that the facility will include a training and education hub offering specialist coaching, refereeing and club administration programs. Concept plans and cost estimates will be developed once a preferred site is chosen. Football Victoria chief executive Peter Filopoulos said the sport would continue to work closely with governments at all levels to create a dedicated world-class facility that would be a “game changer” for women’s soccer in Australia. “Just as the Matildas are doing Australia proud … it’s incumbent on us as a nation to provide them the high-performance home base that will help them stay at the forefront of international football and ensure the game keeps developing the stars of tomorrow,” he said.
The top spot for the canine cool set A new off-lead dog park in Broadmeadows is proving to be a hit with dogs and their humans. The John Ilhan Memorial Reserve dog park features a 1.2-metre perimeter fence and a separately fenced area for smaller dogs within the park. Hume mayor Carly Moore said the new facility provided a safe and secure space for people to exercise their dogs. “The park also boasts new agility training equipment, made from composite material, which includes a dog bridge, wave poles, tunnel, sit/stay platforms and hurdles,” she said. “Regular exercise is important for our canine companions’ health and happiness, with exercise also shown to help alleviate boredom and undesirable habits such as barking or digging.” The park was created by the council following the success of the Craigieburn dog park. Cr Moore said dogs using the park must be kept on a lead until they have the training to respond to voice commands. Dogs must also wear a collar and current council registration tag and be fully supervised. Laura Michell
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The three-year-old kindergarten children at Nino Bundoora have been learning there is more to sharks than the viral hit Baby Shark. With the help of their teacher Kristie Rimmer, the children have been researching and learning about sharks, leading them to write a letter to Bundoora MP Colin Brooks and Greenpeace to ask for help getting shark nets removed. Ms Rimmer said the children had become concerned about the misuse of shark nets and the danger they posed to sharks and other marine animals. “The children have become quite the activists in promoting the removal of several shark nets across our oceans Australia-wide,”
she said. “A petition has been started with our families and fellow teachers signing on to show their support for the children being the voices for those who don’t have one.” In their letter to Mr Brooks, the children said they were upset knowing shark nets were still in use and had been watching videos about alternatives. “[We] wanted to ask you to help us try and remove these as much as possible,” the letter stated. Ms Rimmer said she was proud of the children for trying to make a difference. Laura Michell
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Flu cases worst on record By Laura Michell Twice as many Whittlesea and Hume residents have been diagnosed with the flu so far this year as were diagnosed in all of 2018. Data from the health department’s Local Government Areas Surveillance Report reveals that as of June 27, 775 people living in Hume and 634 Whittlesea residents had been diagnosed with the flu. In 2018, just 353 Hume residents and 298 Whittlesea residents were diagnosed with the illness.
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The figures come as health authorities warn this year’s flu season is one of the worst on record. Northern Health infection prevention manager Madeline Flynn said The Northern Hospital had seen a higher number of flu cases than normal.
So far, 497 people have presented to the hospital with influenza. “The flu season has started earlier this year and has been busier than previous years, with higher interseasonal numbers of cases,” she said. “Presentations of flu have been widespread across different age groups.” The hospital is offering free flu vaccinations for the community from its clinic in the foyer from noon-8pm daily. Northern Health head of respiratory medicine, Dr Katharine See said having a flu shot significantly reduces the risk of getting the flu, with the vaccination
recommended for all members of the community. The latest figures come as Health Minister Jenny Mikakos warned people to stay home from school or work if they were suffering from the flu. “This is how the flu is spreading across the community,” she said. “It’s really important that people take heed of those simple precautions.” Ms Mikakos said there were nine times more confirmed flu cases in Victoria this year than the same time last year. To date, 36 people, including three children have died from the flu this year.
Headspace on its way Young people with mental health concerns or substance misuse issues will be able to get help closer to home, with a headspace to formally launch in the area from the middle of next year. April’s federal budget included funding for a satellite headspace centre for Whittlesea for four years. The centre will provide free and confidential services for young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues, and will also be able to help with physical health and alcohol and other drugs misuse. The Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network is working with service providers to set up the centre and hopes to co-locate headspace with other services. EMPHN chief executive Robyn Whyte said there was a need for better access to mental health services in the Whittlesea area. “Youth unemployment, substance misuse issue, a concentration of Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander people and relative socio-economic disadvantage are all contributing factors,” she said. “Whittlesea is also one of the areas most affected by suicide in our catchment, which is why it is one of two place-based suicide prevention trial sites in our community.” Victorian Liberal Senator James Paterson encouraged young people who need help to reach out to services including Youth Projects and YFlex at Mill Park’s EDGE Youth Services. “There is a growing awareness of the mental health challenges young people are facing. It’s important that young people who are struggling reach out, so they can get the help and support that they need,” he said. Laura Michell Ravya, Bineet and Imani. (Damjan Janevski)
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Hume boundaries face a redraw By Laura Michell The boundaries of several Hume suburbs, including Craigieburn and Sunbury, could change. Hume council has launched a review of its suburb boundaries, focusing on Craigieburn, Mickleham, Oaklands Junction, Yuroke, Sunbury, Bulla and Kalkallo. A report to the council’s June 24 meeting said the redesign of some suburb boundaries might be required to ensure the size and design of those suburbs met the needs of
local communities. Council officers have recommended a number of possible changes, including the creation of a new suburb at the eastern boundary of Craigieburn in a bid to reduce its size. Officers also recommended the creation of a new suburb either to the north or east of Mickleham, which in turn would affect the boundaries of neighbouring Oaklands Junction, Kalkallo and Yuroke. The report to the council stated a new suburb should be considered for east of Yuroke. The report also recommended changes to Sunbury
and Bulla, noting that the current boundary intersection was located a “significant distance” from Bulla township. “There is the possibility that a new locality could be created at this intersection point, utilising land that is currently in both Sunbury and Bulla,” the report stated. Cr Drew Jessop said it was clear that existing boundaries were no longer appropriate given the growth in Hume’s population and rate of development. “Because the growth areas are increasing and taking away the rural land, we need to
look at the boundaries to see if they are still relevant,” he said. “This is the right time to do this before the rural areas are replaced by urban developments.” The council will set up a community consultation process as part of the review, giving residents a chance to have their say on the proposed changes and to suggest names for the new suburbs. “I expect [the review] to generate greater feedback,” Cr Jessop said. “We are not set in our way about what will be the boundaries. We need the community to come on this journey.”
Kaufland kicks off Work has started on German supermarket chain Kaufland’s multi-million dollar distribution centre in Mickleham. Kaufland Australia directors Maximilian Wiedmann and Patrick Bezner turned the sod on the $255 million project late last month. The company announced in March that it would build its headquarters and distribution centre at the Merrifield Business Park in Mickleham, bringing 600 jobs to the area. Kaufland is also planning to build one of its first three Australian stores in Epping and is seeking state government planning approval for another store in Coolaroo. Mr Wiedmann said the distribution centre will be 117,000 square-metres and have 130 loading docks. Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has previously described the distribution centre as the largest in the country. Mr Wiedmann said Vaughan Construction
has been appointed to build it. “Australia is one of the fastest growing regions in the world, and we are excited to grow with it,” he said. “Our distribution centre will be the beating heart of our supply chain and will ensure we provide an uncompromising quality food shop for our customers.” It is not known when construction of the first three stores will commence, with the Epping store to be built on the former Bunnings site in High Street. The other stores will be built in Dandenong and Chirnside Park. Laura Michell Patrick Bezner, Hume mayor Carly Moore, Maximilian Wiedmann, Vaughan Construction’s Eric Law and Andrew Noble and MAB development manager Jamie Buxton. (Supplied)
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Council anger at rubbish act By Laura Michell
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Whittlesea council is warning that fines will be issued to people who illegally dump rubbish around the municipality. The council was recently called on to clean up bags full of rubbish, dumped packing boxes and discarded building supplies that had been strewn across a Wollert street. Mayor Lawrie Cox said the council took action against the rubbish dumpers, fining two people. Cr Cox said residents were tired of their neighbours leaving a mess for others to clean up. “Unfortunately, there is a small group of people … who seem to think it’s OK to leave their rubbish for someone else to deal with,” he said. “It makes the area look unsightly and if council has to clean it up, it means an unnecessary cost to ratepayers.” Whittlesea residents caught dumping rubbish face on-the-spot fines of $342 plus clean-up costs or could be taken to court. The council has portable CCTV cameras which are set up in rubbish dumping hot spots, while a litter prevention officer has also been employed to tackle the issue. “We will not tolerate this behaviour and will investigate reports of dumped rubbish,” Cr Cox said.
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A cake based on cult game Fortnite has helped a budding Craigieburn baker win an award at a statewide baking industry show. Janait Solafa took out third place in the student novelty cake category at the Baking Industry Trade Show, which was held at Moonee Valley Racecourse recently. Ms Solafa is studying baking at Kangan Institute. She said a lot of thought and planning went into creating her cake. “I designed and made it all from scratch, and building it took two days. Getting the measurements right to build the tower was especially challenging,” Ms Solafa said. She said taking part in competitions helped develop her baking and decorating skills. “I’ve always liked baking and cake decorating and dreamt of becoming a baker. I wanted to do something for myself with my kids now in school, so I enrolled in the course at Kangan Institute,” she said. “After the course, I hope to set up a cake business at home and open my own bakery in the future. “I’m also looking forward to my next competition where I’ll compete in wedding cake decorating.” Ms Solafa was one of eight Kangan students to compete in the trade show. Laura Michell
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Key campaign to fight car theft By Laura Michell Whittlesea residents are being encouraged to be more mindful of where they keep their keys at home in a bid to reduce the number of cars being stolen with their own keys. Crime Stoppers Victoria last week launched its Consideration is Key Campaign in the municipality, which asks people to consider how accessible their car keys are to potential thieves. According to Crime Statistics Australia, 45 per cent of car thefts occur from the home,
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with seven out of 10 late model cars stolen with their own keys. Whittlesea Inspector Andrew Falconer said the issue of vehicle theft motivated burglaries – in which someone breaks into a house with the intention of taking keys and stealing a car – was a focus for police.
“We’re seeing car thefts in residential areas, either on the street or in the driveway,” he said. “These thefts are almost always opportunistic with offenders entering homes either through open or unlocked doors and windows to steal items, including car keys. In many cases, they are doing this while the home owner is not present.” Inspector Falconer said people could reduce their risk of becoming a victim of vehicle-related theft by installing good quality locks on doors and windows of their house, locking doors even when home, securing their
keys and never leaving them in the car, and locking the car at all times. The campaign is being run in conjunction with police Neighbourhood Watch, the state government and the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council. Crime Stoppers chief executive Stella Smith said it was important residents acted to prevent vehicle thefts in their area. “Community information is crucial when investigating these types of crimes, and together we can help make our community a safe place to live for all Victorians.”
Hola to new skills Residents of a Craigieburn nursing home are proving you are never too old to learn new things. A group of six residents from Arcare Craigieburn home have been taking part in Spanish lessons over the past eight months in a bid to better communicate with the home’s three Spanish residents. The language classes are run once a month by Arcare volunteer Danielle Abarca, with residents also taking part in study group twice a week to practice their skills. Arcare’s regular Bingo sessions are also now run in both English and Spanish. Arcare lifestyle co-ordinator Kayla Garside said the classes started as a way to help the Spanish speaking residents socialise more. “There has definitely been a lot of friendships formed as a result of the classes,” she said. “The residents are finding it quite difficult to learn Spanish, as am I, but we are getting
there.” Ms Garside said the nursing home was looking to begin Spanish movie nights and was in the process of translating its activity calendar into Spanish. Laura Michell
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Somewhere to call home The search is on for a soccer club to start warming up the benches at Doreen’s new recreation reserve. The Painted Hill Recreation Reserve is set to open later this year and includes two soccer pitches, sports lights, a community pavilion with four changerooms, a social space and car parking. The $7.3 million reserve was funded by Whittlesea council, the state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund and Football Federation Australia and the Asian Cup 2015 Legacy Fund. Interested clubs will have the chance to tour
the reserve, which is on the corner of Eminence and Painted Hills roads, on Wednesday, July 10, from 6-8pm, or Saturday, July 20, from 10am-noon. Prospective clubs will be assessed on criteria including the club’s name, colours, logo, vision and development, and must attend one of the open for inspection sessions. To request a copy of the expression of interest, email sportsgrounds@whittlesea.vic.gov.au. Submissions close Friday, July 28. Laura Michell
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MY PLACE Elizabeth Bower is one of the organisers behind Mernda’s popular Nannas Makers Market. She speaks with Laura Michell.
I have lived in Doreen/Mernda for about seven years now. My daughter and son-in-law moved here and I came to help with my grandchildren. What do you like about where you live? I love that we’re so close to farms and country areas. I love that we have so many talented artisans in the area, so that a makers market is viable. What, if anything, would you change? The intersections of Yan Yean Road and Plenty Road with Bridge Inn Road now need to have lights. Also, groups like Nannas Makers Market/Home Basics, who donate all profits to charity, find it difficult to secure low cost venues in the City of Whittlesea. How did the Nannas Makers Market come about? Nannas Home Basics Facebook page was started in 2013 by two ladies from Nutfield and Hurstbridge. In 2014 a craft group, meeting weekly at the Bridge Inn Hotel, was started, and from that a market started once a month. Firstly it was held at the Bridge Inn and now it’s the last Saturday of the month at
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the Uniting Church Hall in Schotters Road. Do you specialise in a particular craft, and if so, how long have you been practicing it? I do a little knitting and sewing but my ‘craft’ is more along the organising and talking lines. My efforts pale when I see the wood burning and turning of our two very talented 16-year-old stall holders. Why do you think homemade markets are growing in popularity? People are becoming more aware of the amazing talents of their neighbours and the quality of handmade as opposed to mass produced. We’ve even started running Lost Crafts events in conjunction with our winter markets, where you can come and learn crafts such as knitting, crochet, smocking etc. I’ve decided to learn to crochet this winter. Where is your favourite local place to spend time? I love a coffee so the coffee places in Laurimar are my favourite haunts. Appret, Ferguson Plarre, Slices all know me a little too well. I love the market because we’ve now got a great bunch of regulars who’ve become friends and newbies who will become friends. You have to put yourself out there but this is a great area to live.
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Anglicare Victoria is urgently seeking foster carers who can care for a child through a difficult time. Join in an information session on Tuesday, July 16 to have your questions answered. ■ 9301 5200
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Get rid of your unwanted small household electrical items by bringing them to a free E-waste recycling drop-off event on Friday, July 12, 11am-1pm at Findon Recreation Reserve, Mill Park. ■ 9401 0579
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At 75-95 Central Park Avenue. ■ 9356 6900
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Join Wurundjeri Elder Ian Hunter for a unique cultural experience at a sacred Aboriginal site to celebrate NAIDOC Week
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Refine your sketching skills, learn to mix colours like a pro and paint creatively with acrylics at Broadmeadows library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, for 10 weeks from Thursday, July 25, 6.30-8pm. Bookings required. ■ 9356 6900
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SPORT After a slow start, Ranges find another gear Whittlesea Ranges are on a roll in the National Premier League 2 west competition. After taking 11 rounds to get a win, the Ranges have won six games since, including winning five or their last six games. Ranges coach George Karkaletsis said he was always confident of the squad being able to put it together. He said they were starting to see that on the park. “We’re getting a bit of consistency now, which is what we were after,” he said. “We always knew the team was good enough, it was about instilling the belief. They have that now. “We’ve won five of the last six games and with Brunswick losing yesterday we’ve closed the gap. “I think we’re a genuine chance of finishing in the top six.” Karkaletsis said while they were getting some good individual moments in the last few weeks,
it was the overall performance of the side that had been the key. He said they had put it on the group to ensure everyone was pulling their weight. “We asked everyone on the park to contribute and if you have all 11 players trying to impact the team, you’ll have someone who will pop up. “Jose Ramires, our captain, scored two goals this week. Last week it was someone else and hopefully next week, it will be someone else standing up.” On Saturday, the Ranges beat Springvale White Eagles 2-0. Karkaletsis said they had changed their game plan this week for the Eagles. “We allowed them to have a lot of possession in the first half, we thought it was the best way to counter their system. “We were organised defensively. It didn’t have to be a 6-0 win, as long as it was 1-0 it was enough.
“We were patient and waited for them to make mistakes.” With the Ranges strong defensively and terrible weather conditions, the Eagles struggled and made mistakes. Karkaletsis said at times the rain was going sideways. He said his side handled the conditions the better. “Our players played some good football. Our first touch was good and we didn’t have many chances but we took them.” The win moves the Ranges up to eighth, now ahead of Melbourne Victory. This week they face Geelong which sits a spot above them on the ladder. In the NPL, Hume City suffered a second straight loss, losing to Dandenong City, 1-0. Meanwhile, Hume City will travel to Canberra to play the Tigers in the round of 32 of the FFA Cup. Tara Murray
Bulls’ final quarter pain By Tara Murray A poor last quarter proved costly for Bundoora against Heidelberg in Northern Football League division 1. The Bulls took a three point lead into the final quarter, but weren’t able to stick with the Tigers in the last stanza. After six goals kicked in the first three quarters combined, the Tigers kicked eight goals in the last quarter to run away with an 11.12 (78)-3.11 (29) win. Bulls playing coach Andrew Sturgess said it was a disappointing way to end the match. He said their ground had held up reasonably well despite the heavy rain, which had left the ball a bit slippery. “I thought for two and half quarters, we played pretty competitive football, fierce football. “Unfortunately the way the last quarter went, the end result doesn’t look great. “We have to fix our last quarters, it’s happened before.” Sturgess said he didn’t think there was one particular area that was letting them down in last quarters. He said he thought it was more mental than anything. “With football it’s about being able to play well in one or two last quarters and it’s about that belief.” It was all single goal kickers for the Bulls. Sturgess said it was hard to find any standouts for his side in the conditions. He highlighted the efforts of one player though. “Gary Moorcroft is a guy who is 40-plus,” he said. “To compete and give the efforts he did, it’s a good example for the younger players. “It’s not always going to be perfect conditions.” The Bulls remain in fourth spot, in what is turning out to be a close season. The Bulls are a game clear of fifth place, with only eight points between them and second bottom side Hurstbridge. Sturgess said it was a credit to the competition. “This is why the competition is ranked number one in Victoria,” he said. “There’s no easy games any more and you have to be on your game every single week.” Sturgess said they were missing six or so players out of their best 22 on the weekend, but it was nothing different from most sides at this time of year. This week the Bulls face seventh-placed Northcote Park, which sits a game behind them. “They won their first four games but have 14 NORTHERN STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2019
Bundoora’s Jacob Maynes jumps for a mark. (Shawn Smits)
been hit hard with injuries,” Sturgess said. “We understand they are a hard side to beat. “We’re looking to get back on the winners board at home and in the competition.” In division 3, Mernda kept its season alive with a one point win against South Morang.
The Demons winning 6.2 (38)-5.7 (37), to now sit two points behind fourth-placed South Morang. Ladder leaders Laurimar defeated Lalor, 13.15 (93)-2.4 (16). Ethan Frawley was named the Power’s best.
Jose Ramires scored twice on Saturday. (Shawn Smits)
New hockey club ready for Whittlesea A growing need for a hockey team in the Whittlesea area has seen the formation of the Whittlesea Hockey Club. While hockey continues to grow in the northern suburbs, until now there hasn’t been a hockey club in the Whittlesea council area. Club secretary Harinder Jit Singh said they wanted to make it easier for local people to play hockey. “The club is dreaming big and is working with the Whittlesea council for development of Hockey in the region,” he said. “You’ve currently got to travel to Greensborough or Hume to play. A lot of players also travel to Doncaster, as there has been no club here. “Players don’t want to travel and there’s a lot of potential for a new club in a growth corridor.” With the club forming in the middle of the current season, the club won’t have sides in Hockey Victoria competitions until next year. Despite that there has been a lot of interest from players wanting to be involved, with many people already training with the club. Singh said they wanted to have men’s, women’s and junior teams next season. “We’ve got a lot of people at training,” he said. “We’re getting a positive response. We’ve got some players who have played at an international level from India. “They’re helping with training along with a few others.” The club is currently training at RMIT in Bundoora. Singh said they were working with the Whittlesea council to try and build a facility that the club could use in the council area. He said the council had mentioned in the Whittlesea recreation strategy 2012–2017 about setting up a facility, but it was yet to happen. “Currently there isn’t a community pitch within the City of Whitttlesea. “It’s a big project and it will not happen overnight,” he said. The club trains on Sunday afternoons from 3.30pm. For more information, info@ whittleseahockeyclub.com.au Tara Murray
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Pingers finally break their drought in the wet Epping broke through for its first win of the Northern Football League division 2 season on Saturday. After a tough run, the Pingers showed their growing confidence on Saturday against Watsonia. In wet conditions, the Pingers won 5.8 (38)-2.6 (18). The Pingers led from start to finish in their most consistent performance of the season. Pingers coach Aaron Johnson said the playing group deserved to get a win on the board. “It was great, but I was most excited for the boys,” he said. “It’s about them. The playing group has worked really hard and they got what they deserved.” After a stop-start season with byes and weeks off, Johnson said being able to play two games in a row had been a big benefit this week. He said they had finished the game off well against ladder leaders Banyule the week before and had been able to continue that this week.
“Against every team this year we’ve shown moments of brilliance,” he said. “We showed it consistently for four quarters this week. “It was a bit wet and wild, I think we adjusted to the conditions better early on.” Leading by 12 points heading into the final break, Johnson said the message was clear to the playing group. “Our captain [Leigh Judd] got knocked out from friendly fire,” he said. “He leads from the front. For the group it was for them to step up and do it for him and do it for themselves.” Sage Dicello was the only multiple goal kicker on the ground, kicking two goals. Johnson said Tom Burnside was the standout for the side in a good team performance. Dicello and Adam Rose were both standouts. “Tom has played two great games in a row,” he said. “It was a really good team effort. Everyone was able to beat their opponent.” Johnson said being such a young group, the
win would give the side a lot of confidence going forward. This week they face Eltham. In a boost this week, Lucas Aquilina will return to the side. “We have to work really hard and hopefully get some reward for effort in the second half of the season.” In other results, Whittlesea won a low scoring affair against Eltham. Neither side was able to get control of the match, with the teams trading the lead throughout. The Eagles trailed by seven points at the last break, but were able to kick the only goal of the last quarter to win, 3.8 (26)-3.4 (22). Max Dyson was named the Eagles’ best in his 200th game. The Eagles move to third on the ladder, percentage behind second-placed Eltham. Thomastown, which had the bye, sits in fourth. Tara Murray
Epping coach Aaron Johnson. (Shawn Smits)
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Bundoora Park’s move to the Diamond Valley Cricket Association has been approved. Bundoora, which had been playing in the North Metro Cricket Association, had indicated its desire to change competitions in recent months, with the DVCA board approving the move last week. Bundoora will start in the Mash Shield, the third grade, having been in the NMCA’s top grade. Diamond Creek will come up from B-grade to make it an even 10 team competition in the Mash Shield.
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Wet weather played havoc with matches around the north in FFV state league competitions on Saturday. Several games didn’t go ahead due to the weather impacting pitches, with games postponed to a catch-up round later in the season. In state league 2 north-west, Epping City and Mill Park had their respective matches postponed. Hume United though did take to the pitch, losing to Albion Rovers 3-1. In state league 3 north-west, Lalor United made the most of playing on a dry Friday night, beating Westvale 8-0. On Saturday, Upfield lost to Strathmore 1-0, while Craigieburn City was due to play on Monday night.
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Fast start key for Tigers By Tara Murray Westmeadows overcame West Coburg and the rain to come away with an important win in Essendon District Football League division 1. In horrible conditions, which saw play halted for a period, the Tigers were able to put the score on the board early to have a 10.8 (68)-7.8 (50) win. Tigers coach Grant Smith said the conditions got worse as the game went on. He said it made their first quarter, when they led by 34 points, even more important. “To have 10 scoring shots in the first quarter, it set the game up for us,” he said. “We sort of managed the next three quarters, as we could see the weather that was coming over. “It was pretty ordinary. There was a point in the third quarter that we stopped the game as no one could see anything.” Smith said the attitude of the playing group
had been upbeat during the week, after losing to Tullamarine the week before. “It was a different attitude,” he said. “It was a really good week on the track. West Coburg are a really good side and they played the game out.” Omar Saad kicked three goals up forward, to close the gap on leading goalkicker Dion Hill to three. Smith said young Jackson Williams was good, while Robbie Castello continued his good season. He said Daniel Willcocks had a good game in his return to the side, while Dean Clare was handy playing in a different position, up on the wing. Westmeadows sit fourth with seven wins, a game clear of fifth-placed Hillside. In each of the Tigers’ three losses, they have been in the game. Smith said they were happy with where they were sitting. “We reckon that we are thereabouts, but we still have a lot of work to do.
“Any of the top four or five teams can take it out.” The Tigers have another challenge this week, facing third placed Craigieburn. Smith said they would likely have a few players come back into the side in the next few weeks. The weekend was a big one for the Tigers as they raised money for the Breast Cancer Network. Several clubs in the league, including the Tigers, wore some pink and had functions across the weekend. The Tigers women’s side, who got behind the cause, defeated Craigieburn 16.14 (110)-0.0 (0). In other men’s division 1 matches, Tullamarine defeated Craigieburn in a top four battle. The Demons won 12.15 (87)-7.11 (53). Roxburgh Park put in a strong performance against East Keilor, but it wasn’t enough losing 12.10 (82)-8.10 (58). In premier division, Greenvale had the weekend off in the first week of the split round.
The Calder Cannons came out on top against local rival the Western Jets in the NAB League competition on Sunday. In a low scoring affair, the Cannons were able to get their noses in front in the first half, with the only goal. They were able to extend the lead throughout the second half, winning 6.7 (43)-2.9 (21). The win moves the Cannons to seventh. The Northern Knights had the bye.
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It was a tough day for Bundoora in Northern Football League Women’s division 1 on Sunday. Facing West Preston-Lakeside, the Bulls lost 5.4 (34)-1.2 (8). Molly Cronin, who was the goal kicker for the Bulls, was named their best. In division 3, Mernda lost to Reservoir 4.4 (28)-3.1 (19), while Laurimar lost to VU Western Spurs 3, 3.4 (22)-0.4 (4). FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Northern Star Weekly @starweeklysport @star_weekly 15 NORTHERN STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 2, 2019
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