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Wearing it with style Macedon Ranges creatives will showcase their original handmade fashion at The Gallery Mount Macedon’s Art to Wear parade next month. The annual parade, which is now in its 11th year, will showcase The Gallery’s textile and jewellery artists and will feature a range of garment and accessories. Artist Elizabeth Harvey said 28 artists had signed up for the parade, with some taking part for the first time. Ms Harvey said the event was part of The Gallery’s community engagement. The Art to Wear Parade is on July 4 at Jubilee Hall, Smith Street, Macedon, 1-3pm. Entry is $25 and includes afternoon tea and a glass of bubbly. Tickets: info@thegallerymtmacedon. com.au LESLIE GRAHOVAC AND BREA NEWCOMBE MODEL WEARABLE ART
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Crime figures on the rise By Laura Michell Crime in Sunbury has bucked a state-wide trend, rising 4 per cent in the year to March. Latest data from the Crime Statistics Agency revealed there were 2962 offences recorded in Sunbury between April 1 2017 and March 31, 2018, up from 2844 in the previous 12 months. Across Hume, crime fell by eight per cent overall, with the municipality recording its lowest crime rate since 2014. Victoria’s crime rate fell seven per cent to the lowest figures since 2015. Sunbury’s crime increase was driven by rises
in thefts from motor vehicles, which rose 20 per cent to 331 offences, and assaults, which rose 14 per cent. In December, nearly every car parked in Kerri Court, Sunbury, was ransacked on the same night, with cash, laptops and iPads stolen. Police recently reported a spate of thefts from vehicles parked in O’Shanassy Street. Senior Constable Troy Farley, of Sunbury police, said valuables should never be left in cars. “Lock and double-lock cars. And don’t leave any valuables,” he said. Despite the increase in overall crime, Sunbury recorded a four per cent drop in
burglaries, bringing the number of offences recorded to the lowest level since 2013. In the Macedon Ranges, overall crime fell by close to 6.5 per cent, to the lowest level since 2015. Macedon Ranges Inspector Chris Large said the recent execution of drug warrants across the Macedon Ranges, in which three people were charged with a range of drug offences, demonstrated that police were working hard to keep the community safe. “I’m pleased with the reduction in crime over the past 12 months. We know that illicit drug use can be linked to property crime so this will
remain a focus for us over the next 12 months,” he said. “The theft of number plates is an area of concern, so we are running a number of operations where car owners can have one way screws installed.” Inspector Large said while the number of recorded residential burglaries rose from 101 at March 2017 to 118 at March 2018, there was no particular trend in relation to burglaries. The Macedon Ranges also recorded a seven per cent rise in assaults, which Inspector Large said mainly related to matters at the Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre.
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Council backflip on law review By Laura Michell Macedon Ranges council has backed away from plans to review a local law which regulates the use of motorised recreational vehicles, withdrawing $15,000 set aside for the review from its 2018-19 budget. The $15,000 was included in the draft budget in April and was the subject of 33 submissions objecting to money being used to review local law 10, which bans using motorised recreational vehicles within 500 metres of a house.
The council was divided in its decision to allocate funds to review the law when it was discussed at its February and March meetings. Councillor Roger Jukes led the push for the review, saying the decision to ban the vehicles within 500 metres of a house was not put to the community when the law was made in 2013. But Cr Mandi Mees, who moved to withdraw the funding at last Wednesday’s council meeting to adopt the budget, said it was clear the community did not support the review. “I can’t ignore that this is $15,000 of public
The council added eight projects to its budget after receiving $465,000 extra in federal government grants. Corporate services director John Hausler said the extra money would be spent on projects raised during the consultation process and projects that did not make the draft budget. Projects added to the budget include $200,000 for the Kyneton Museum, $10,550 for New Gisborne Tennis Court and $20,000 for community engagement and advocacy for the Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct.
money and given the number of submissions that have come in to this budget item … the sentiment of the community that they did not wish for this review has been heard,” she said. “I believe that the commitment of that money would not have been appropriate.” However, Cr Mees said she did still support the local law being changed, adding that the issue should have been rectified back in 2013. The $15,000 will instead be allocated to the council’s Places for People program which funds community projects.
Desert run breaks unusual record
Council steps up trail plan
Twelve months of careful planning have paid off for Jake Sgubin, with the Tylden resident recently breaking the Simpson Desert double crossing record on a dirt bike. Mr Sgubin made the 1024-kilometre return journey from Bridsville to Mount Dare in 21 hours and 12 minutes, beating the previous record of 23 hours and 38 minutes. He set off on the trip on Anzac Day, taking almost 10 hours to reach Mount Dare. After refuelling and taking time to recharge, he was off on the return trip. Mr Sgubin said the idea of crossing the Simpson Desert on a dirt bike came to him during a family holiday across the desert 18 months ago. “When we got to the other side, I thought it would be good to ride by bike across,” he said. “I got talking to a few people and the idea grew from there. “Once I started researching, I found out there was a record that guys were trying to beat.” Mr Sgubin spent the 12 months in the lead-up to the trip increasing his fitness and working out how much fuel and supplies he should carry to make the journey as quickly as possible. “There is nothing forcing you to keep going other than your mental challenge,” he said. “I had three stops on the first leg and four stops on the way back.” Mr Sgubin said he had other ride challenges in his sights, but would need to re-enlist the support of his family before heading off again.
Kyneton’s Campaspe River walking trail is getting an upgrade. The kilometre-long gravel path will be upgraded to a 2.5 metre-wide concrete path from Piper Street to the end of Wedge Street. Macedon Ranges council said the work will make the trail more suitable for the community, including walkers, runners, cyclists and people pushing prams. It will also increase accessibility for people using wheelchairs or walking frames. The new path will mainly follow the original route, but in some locations it has had to deviate for environmental, engineering or safety reasons. Mayor Jennifer Anderson said the upgraded trail would be a great benefit to locals and visitors. “The riverside trail is one of Kyneton’s greatest assets and plays an important part in providing a recreation area for residents and tourists,” she said. “Walking is an exercise which has the highest participation levels in the community and the health benefits associated with walking and other physical activities are immense.” The work is funded by the council and the state government, with the council contributing $200,000 and the government providing $300,000 from the Regional Infrastructure Fund and $50,000 from the Transport Investing in Regions Fund. The upgrade is expected to be completed by July. The council is also working with the Campaspe River and Land Management Group to explore the possibility of installing outdoor exercise equipment next to the new path.
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Jake Sgubin holds the record for the Simpson Desert double crossing. (Damjan Janevski) Left: Jake’s bike in the desert on his trip. (Supplied)
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Club builds community East Sunbury Football Club will be paying tribute to its Indigenous players this weekend. The club’s senior players will wear a special jumper designed by one of the players – Diquan Williams, who is Indigenous – when they host Moonee Valley on Saturday. East Sunbury Football Club president Keith Osborne said the club started holding an Indigenous week a couple of years ago, but had upped the ante this year, with an Indigenous football to be used in the games. “We have quite a few Indigenous players in our senior group as well as in our junior group,”
he said. “When you are building a football club, you are also building a community. “We are a multicultural community but it is also important to pay tribute to our Indigenous arm. “We see this as our way of paying tribute to our Indigenous community.” The Indigenous round will start with the under 19s at 10am, followed by the reserves at 11.50am and the seniors at 2.15pm. Details: www.facebook.com/eastsunburyfc Laura Michell
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Macedon Ranges council will launch its Places for People fund on Monday, July 2, giving community groups the chance to apply for funding to improve their town. Successful applicants will share in $60,000 to deliver and plan their projects. The launch will be held at the Woodend Community Centre at 6.30pm and all applications close on Monday, July 23. To attend the launch, call 5422 0333. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @star_weekly
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Council puts in funds wish list
By Laura Michell Motorists passing through Woodend might notice new signs warning them to be on the lookout for wildlife. Macedon Ranges council and the Macedon Ranges Wildlife Network have joined forces to trial larger, green animal warning signs on a section of Ashbourne Road where collisions with wildlife often occur. Woodend is regularly named as an animal collision hotspot, and has been included in AAMI and the RACV’s top-10 areas for collisions in recent years.
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Hume council is calling for the state government to help fund five infrastructure projects across Sunbury and Bulla. The council has applied for almost $1.2 million in grants from the government’s Growing Suburbs Fund and Children’s Facilities Capital Program to get the five projects underway. It is has sought $500,000 from the Growing Suburbs Fund to redevelop the Galaxy Land Playground, with the council set to contribute $500,000. It was also hoping to secure $300,000 for a pavilion at Bulla Village Tennis Club and $375,000 to upgrade the Sunbury streetscape. Mayor Geoff Porter said the council submitted eight applications to the fund for sporting and community facility upgrades. “Community groups and sporting clubs do a fantastic job at representing our city and these upgrades will help to ensure that they have adequate facilities,” he said. The council also wants funding for four preschools as part of the Children’s Facilities Capital Program. Cr Porter said the council hoped to secure $10,000 each for the McEwen Drive and Learmonth Street preschools in Sunbury to install synthetic turf and refurbish play spaces. “It is vital that our community has access to great local kindergartens, especially in our growth areas,” he said.
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The council said research has shown that the traditional diamond-shaped yellow signs may not be effective at reducing collisions with wildlife. As part of the trial, two large green signs have been installed on either side of the road, while zebra stripes have been painted on the road in the lead up to the signs in a bid to grab drivers’ attention. A vehicle counter system to measure motorist speeds before and after the signs has also been installed and will be used to evaluate the trial. The council’s acting chief executive Dale Thornton said the Macedon Ranges was home to a large diversity of animals, including 62 threatened species. “Roads are a major hazard for wildlife that move through the landscape, and collisions with wildlife are also a significant safety concern for drivers,” he said.
Helen Round from the Macedon Ranges Wildife Network and Kevin Mitchell, road safety and transport officer at the new sign. (Marco De Luca)
The new signs are also the first in the world to feature an icon of the brush-tailed phascogale, a threatened marsupial found in the shire. Council officers have come across many phascogales killed on the roads.
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2018/19 Budget adopted Council’s 2018/19 Budget Report, Council Plan 2017–2027 (Year Two) and Strategic Resource Plan 2018/19 have been adopted. The budget includes more than $80 million in services and projects, including: • increased cycling and walking paths • upgrades to existing community buildings • improvements to sporting facilities. To find out what else is being funded, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/budget
Places for People - opening soon Got a dream for a project in your town but need a hand to realise your vision? Come along to the launch of our 2018 Places for People funding program on Monday 2 July at 6.30pm at Woodend Community Centre and find out how your community group or organisation can benefit. For more information, or to attend visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/places-for-people or call 5422 0333.
Drop in and meet your Councillors Passionate about local issues? Stop by Bullengarook Hall on Wednesday 20 June from 5pm–6pm, and meet your Councillors. For more information, contact Stephen Mahon on 5422 0352 or smahon@mrsc.vic.gov.au
Have your say on Romsey’s future What are the issues and opportunities for the future planning of Romsey? That’s what we’re asking Romsey residents as work begins on a project which will help guide the future planning of the town. To find out more visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call Evan on 5422 0333. Catch the Splash Test Dummies Stunts, juggling, slapstick and more – this circus adventure will get the whole family laughing. Stick around after the performance for a one-off clowning and physical theatre workshop. When: Tuesday 3 July, 1pm (show), 2.45pm (workshop) Don’t miss 3 Speed Crunch Rebooted Assuming anything is possible with a shared goal and hard work, don’t miss these three stunt people bringing dare devil antics to the stage. When: Friday 13 July, 1.30pm These events are being held at Kyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison Street. To book, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/buytickets or call 1300 888 802.
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CFA grants windfall Seven CFA brigades across the Macedon Ranges are set to upgrade their equipment and facilities after sharing in more than $150,000 in state government funding. The brigades at Gisborne, Kyneton, Malmsbury, Mount Macedon, Pastoria, Riddells Creek and Tylden received the funding last week, as part of the government’s Enhancing Volunteerism Grants Program. The Kyneton Group of Brigades will also receive $31,000 as part of the grants program.
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the grants aimed to support brigades to strengthen volunteerism. “It’s very exciting to see so many of our CFA brigades and groups benefit from these fantastic grants,� she said. “Our local CFA volunteers do a tremendous job keeping us safe and these grants will allow them to continue to provide this vital service.�
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Romsey plan under the spotlight By Laura Michell Romsey residents are being urged to share their vision for the town beyond 2021. Macedon Ranges council will begin surveying residents, community groups, businesses and service agencies this weekend to guide planning for the town. Information gathered during the survey will form part of the Romsey Issues and Opportunities Paper, which will guide strategic planning for Romsey.
A strategic plan for Romsey was adopted by the council in 2009, but it only set a vision for the town to 2021. Planning and environment director Angela Hughes said the council was now focused on the future planning of Romsey beyond 2021. “To do this, we are first seeking to involve the community in understanding key issues and opportunities affecting the town,” she said. “We are keen to hear the community’s thoughts and ideas on how they see their town now and into the future.”
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Residents will be asked to give feedback on a range of topics such as settlement planning, infrastructure, heritage, the environment, retail areas and housing choices. Ms Hughes said the survey would also help the council understand the importance of
issues such as neighbourhood character, a vibrant town centre, protecting environmental assets, planning for community and recreation facilities to better meet the community’s changing needs, and creating job opportunities. The council has engaged consultants to conduct the survey on June 23, 24, 30 and July 1. An online survey is available at www.mrsc. vic.gov.au/yoursay After the survey, the council will hold workshops and focus group sessions in August with residents.
Feast for the senses Some of Australia’s most enduring writers and artists will take over the Rupertswood mansion later this month for the first Sunbury Twilight Literary Feast. Modelled on the Twilight School which ran at the mansion for four and a half years until 2016 and gave locals a chance to take part in forums with writers, artists and social thinkers, the literary feast will include three different sessions featuring writers, cartoonists, poets, and locals. The June 30 event starts at 3.30pm with writer Helen Garner, followed by cartoonist Michael Leunig at 5pm. Both will take part in a conversation with organiser Bruno Lettieri, during which the audience will be invited to ask questions. The third session will start at 7pm and will feature Alice Pung, Amy Bodossian, Lee Palumbo, Barry Garner, Father Bob Maguire, Ailsa Piper and Sarah Carroll, who will give a short oration on the theme, On Living.
Mr Lettieri said he hoped the event would bring people together in a similar manner to the Twilight School. “[At the Twilight School], the audience bring supper to share and strangers meet other strangers. They had a vibe of intimacy and connectedness. This one-day literary feast loops back into that tradition,” he said. “The night will be full of curiosity and goodwill and the community coming together to think about things in a deep but also playful way. The audience get to know each other a little too.” Tickets are $15 per session and available from bit.ly/2HLp2g0 Laura Michell
Organiser Bruno Lettieri is turning a new page with his literary feast. (Damjan Janevski)
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MP hopeful a loyal local By Laura Michell Sunbury Liberal candidate Cassandra Marr wants to make the electorate a better place for families. Ms Marr is hoping to win the seat, which takes in Sunbury, Bulla, Diggers Rest and Wildwood, from Labor’s Josh Bull in November’s state election. Mr Bull won the seat in 2014 with a swing of 6.5 per cent. Ms Marr said she was contesting the election for her family. “I know what it’s like to juggle work, family and keep the bills in check,” she said. “I have a daughter aged three and a nine-month-old son, and I want to ensure our family has the best opportunities possible for their future. “I want to ensure that our children … can grow up in an area they love that is safe.” Ms Marr grew up in Diggers Rest and went to Diggers Rest Primary School before attending Sunbury College. The daughter of a small business owner, she said she grew up with politics being discussed at the dinner table, learning how state and federal government decisions affected business owners. Ms Marr is a member of the SunFest committee and the Sunbury Residents’ Association. Ms Marr said that if elected, she wanted to address the issues that are hurting residents the most. “This means reducing crime and making sure we have more police on our streets; reducing the ever-increasing cost of living so we can keep the roof over our heads; and reducing congestion by building the infrastructure we need,” she said.
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Cassandra Marr grew up in Diggers Rest. (Damjan Janevski)
“For too long, we have seen Band-Aid solutions to many of the issues the Sunbury electorate faces and this needs to stop.” Among Ms Marr’s top priorities for the electorate are the Bulla Bypass, a rail crossing at Jacksons Hill, removing the Gap Road level crossing and grade separation for the intersection of Gap Road and Horne Street.
She has started meeting local sports groups to assess their funding needs as part of the Liberal Party’s commitment to funding grassroots teams. “[I believe] that instead of complaining about something, it is important to roll up your sleeves and work hard to make what you want a reality,” she said.
Train times falling behind Macedon Ranges commuters are facing ongoing delays with punctuality on the Bendigo train line falling in the past 12 months. Latest performance data released by V/Line revealed that 23 per cent of services on the Bendigo line arrived at their destination late last month – up from 13 per cent in May 2017. The data also revealed that 37 services were cancelled on the line throughout May, meaning 96 per cent of the line’s 1078 services were delivered. V/Line acting chief executive Carol-Anne Nelson said the company was disappointed by the delays. She said trespassers and police-related incidents accounted for some of the delayed services last month. Other reasons included trains stopping at stations longer than scheduled and delays in the shared section of the metropolitan network. The Sunbury train line also experienced delays, with 12 per cent of services running late in May. The line had 45 cancellations, while 53 services were terminated short of their destination. Public Transport Victoria chief executive Jeroen Weimar said the network had experienced unplanned disruptions and major works in May. “Last month was a tough month for operators with a number of major incidents causing significant disruption on our public transport network.” Laura Michell
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Macedon Ranges Mountain Bike Park spokesman Simon Spencer said the park would “leverage” the existing network of mountain tracks throughout the Mount Macedon, Mount Towrong and Wombat State Forest region. He said the park would be styled on similar mountain bike initiatives including at Whistler in Canada, Rotorua in New Zealand and Derby in Tasmania. Group member and Wilkinson’s Wheels founder Phil Wilkinson said the Macedon Ranges had the potential to become an international hub for mountain bike riding.
A group of cycling enthusiasts is pushing for a mountain bike park to be built in the Macedon Ranges. A steering group, including members of the Wombat Mountain Bike Club and the Gisborne and Surrounds Mountain Bike Club, has been set up to examine the potential of creating a park which would connect existing trails as well as creating new ones. The group is also looking at funding sources and land access opportunities
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He said a bike park could have economic, health and community benefits. “A mountain bike park has far reaching social outcomes, including contributing to mental health and wellbeing, environment and economic sustainability, and building the resilience of local communities,” he said.
“This region is uniquely positioned for mountain biking, with outstanding access to potential train heads via V/Line rail track from Gisborne, Macedon and Woodend.” The group’s push follows Macedon Ranges council recent consultation for a shared trails feasibility study, which aimed to increase cycling and walking in the municipality. The group is inviting residents to have their say on where a mountain bike park should be located and share their ideas for the park. Feedback can be left at www.facebook.com/ wilkoswheels
Caring for the carers grown with an increase in referrals asking for support for carers in the region. These referrals came from a number of different agencies in the community,” she said. “This service is important because of the scarcity of support for carers in the Macedon Ranges.” Ms Murphy said PS My Family Matters also offered carers a chance to attend social events for a much-needed break. “This is important for carers as they often develop their own mental health concerns due to their caring responsibilities as there is no time to look after themselves,” she said. Details: www.psmfm.org.au
A volunteer-run service aimed at supporting carers of people with mental health issues is expanding to Kyneton. PS My Family Matters, which was started in Gisborne by mothers Tamara Wilson and Louise Hunter in 2014, seeks to support people caring for family members with mental health issues. The organisation already runs monthly coffee sessions in Gisborne and Romsey, providing carers with a chance to debrief and meet other carers. They also assist with education and strategies to help carers cope in difficult times. PS My Family Matters Kyneton volunteer co-ordinator Therese Murphy said demand for the support service in the town had grown in recent years, resulting in a Kyneton branch being launched last week. “There are already a number of carers in the Kyneton area and the need for the service had
Laura Michell PS My Family Matters president Tamara Wilson. (Joe Mastroianni)
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16 JUNE – 30 JULY 2018 Changes to the Werribee line including Altona Loop
From 16 June to 30 July 2018, there will be a major construction blitz to remove the Kororoit Creek Road level crossing and duplicate 800 metres of the Altona Loop. These works will affect the way you travel.
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Macedon Ranges council invites residents to drop by and discuss local issues with their councillors in Bullengarook on Wednesday, June 20. The session will be held at Bullengarook Hall, 683 Bacchus Marsh Road, from 5-6pm. ■ 5422 0352 or smahon@mrsc.vic.gov.au
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Sunbury School of Calisthenics is celebrating its 35th birthday on Saturday, June 30 at Russo Estate, 760-818 Holden Road, Diggers Rest. The not-for-profit dance club is hosting a three-course dinner from 6.30pm, featuring live music. Dinner costs $60 and drinks will be at bar prices. ■ Donna, 0425 734 383 or Antoinette, 0428 397 011 Tours of Macedon Ranges council’s kindergartens are running throughout the next two months. First round registrations for next year close on June 30. ■ www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/kindergarten
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The Sunbury Community Garden Group is seeking new members who are keen on gardening and enjoy growing their vegetables organically. At Highgrove Drive and Rolling Meadows Drive. ■ 0438 521 031
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junior registration day on Saturday, June 23, from 9.30am-noon at Eric Boardman Stadium, Wilsons Lane, Sunbury. The winter season starts in July and the competition is open to players aged between 5-15. ■ sunbury.netball@gamil.com
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Foster a love of books and learning at Sunbury library’s Rhyme Time on Mondays and Fridays from 10-10.30am. Open to children aged up to three. At Sunbury Youth and Library Centre, 51 Evans Street. ■ 9356 6970
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If you are ready for that tree change yet still want easy commuting to the CBD, then this house may be for you. Maella House has been renovated to suit contemporary tastes, is a short walk from Woodend train station and is turn-key ready. The open-plan living area offers a fantastic kitchen with stone benches, white 2pac soft-closing cabinetry, grey subway tile splash back and a huge breakfast bench. The generous meals area leads to the lounge, which is big enough for the whole family to relax. Hardwood floors and white-on-white style, complement the three bedrooms with grey carpeting, built-in robes and on-trend light fittings. The main bedroom has a walk-in robe and stylish en suite with frameless shower. The main bedroom offers a free-standing plunge bath and separate shower. Low-maintenance gardens complete the perfect picture.
Set on about 2160 square metres and introduced by spacious gardens, this property has a lot to offer. This brick multi-gabled 80s-era build has a warm and inviting ambience with two living areas including the front carpeted sitting room with an open fireplace and lovely filtered light as well as the rear lounge room which opens to a large pergola. The kitchen and meals area is suitably generous, with hardwood country-style cabinetry, loads of storage and good bench space. All four bedrooms have built-in robes, are carpeted and have fan lights. The main bedroom has a walk-in robe and en suite. The large laundry has rear access. It’s walking distance to the pool, football oval and schools. Inclusions are a gazebo, clean air solid fuel heater, ducted evaporative cooling and ducted vacuum.
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above the brekkie bench, an appliance cupboard, stainless-steel electric oven with gas cooktop and a dishwasher. The large main bedroom, with street views, has a walk-in robe and a soft-grey and cream en suite with an indulgent spa and a vanity with good storage. Another bedroom, behind double doors from the lounge room, could serve as a study. Two more bedrooms share a rear hallway with the laundry and a revamped main bathroom with chic vanity unit, tub and subway splashback tiling in a lovely blue.
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Woodend Unit 3/1887 Mount Macedon Road Low Maintenance Contemporary Living Close to Town Well-appointed, excellently finished detached 2 bedroom sandstone brick unit in a 7 unit development only a short walk or drive to town. Spacious living/lounge and meals area, open-plan designer kitchen, quality fitting/fixtures throughout, heating/cooling, private yard, alarm system and integrated garage.
Price $445,000 View Sat 23 Jun 11-11.30am or by appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347
Ashbourne (via Woodend) 604 Falloons Road Behind the Picket Fence Charming home featuring a light filled living/dining area, superb updated kitchen with meals area, 3 bedrooms have robes, the main is spacious with a modern en-suite and WIR, there is also a 4th bedroom/study. All the joys of country living on a sweet small allotment.
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Easy walking distance of V-Line Station, town centre, most community facilities and primary schools. Services include town water, sewer, natural gas and power.
Woodend 106 Boundary Road (Cnr Mount Macedon Road) Country Living on 4 Acres with a Winter Creek In a park like setting at the foothills of Mount Macedon and only minutes to the Woodend village, this most delightful two storey, five/six bedroom weatherboard home and separate one bedroom self-contained cottage takes advantage of country living at its best. The main residence is set over two levels comprising a very inviting front verandah overlooking an ornamental dam, main living room with cosy solid fuel heater and cathedral ceiling, formal dining room and kitchen/meals area with access to the undercover deck which is tranquil and flooded with morning light. The cottage has a kitchenette, bathroom, living area and bedroom ideal as a teenage retreat, dependent relative or for some extra income.
Price $1,185,000 View Saturday 23 June 1-1.30pm or by appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347
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3 Ballymoyer Mews Perfection and Position on 2002m2 Beautifully presented and exceptionally high quality three/four bedroom residence sited to capture the northerly aspect in one of Woodend’s most desirable locations. Superb living spaces including a central formal family lounge/games room, open plan kitchen with central island bench and a well thought out walk in pantry, solid black butt timber flooring, high ceilings, double glazing throughout with sensational tilt/turn windows and doors and good insulation. Town gas central heating and evaporative cooling, rain water storage tank provides the toilets and garden. All of this on a large block of 2002m2 (1/2 Acre)
Price $1,050,000 View Saturday 23 June 12-12.30pm or by appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347
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“PRIVACY” I wonder what you consider “privacy” to mean. This word seems to have taken on new connotations over the years - as have so many other words - and sometimes “privacy” seems to have gone too far in some areas and to be totally lacking in others. Some of you will remember when the telephone was controlled by a switchboard, as often as not, manned by locals. The people on the “switch” knew absolutely everything that was going on - definitely no privacy in those days. Likewise, the party line, basically everyone and anyone could listen in on a call but perhaps there wasn’t a lot to hide back then, it was a simpler life. These days “privacy” has become an enormous and sometimes frustrating issue. Certainly, I enjoy my privacy. I want to feel that when I am in my home I am entitled to “privacy”. However, r in some areas r, “privacy” has become a minefield. Some years ago our youngest son travelled to Borneo, he left his itinerary with me. So, imagine my fear when he did not arrive as scheduled! Even worse no one could tell me anything due to - privacy! Luckily my boy arrived safe and sound the following day. It seems strange that in some areas we have become so precious about “privacy” and yet anyone can put total untruths and slander on the internet with apparently no consequences at all - what a strange world it is. Perhaps we just need to put “Privacy” and “Respect” together. r If we have respect for each other r. we will then also enjoy “privacy”! • Column supplied by Liz Dormontt. Liz is a director of Chess Property Consultants, based in Romsey. To contact Liz, phone 5429 5544 or check out their website at www.chessproperty.com.au
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Any decision by political parties to remove negative gearing will put an economic blowtorch on the design and project management of renovation projects, Robert Caulfield, architect and director of Archicentre believes. “The existing negative gearing arrangements have historically provided a safety net for investor-renovators,” he said, “Protecting them from budget blowouts, due to buying a property with unknown faults or failing to plan, budget and manage their renovation projects.” He said when renovating, a substantial amount of money, time and energy is invested into what’s invariably a complex project. “This can lead to a waste of funds, budget blowouts or major building faults.” Mr Caulfield said common traps for renovators without a plan of action include: • Purchasing a ‘renovator’s delight’ with hidden major structural problems • Having plans drawn up before deciding on a final design, leading to costly variations • Failing to check builder’s registration and indemnity insurance • Undertaking work that does not conform to local council planning controls • Placing themselves at risk with an unsafe renovation site • Failing to recognise the dangerous presence of asbestos • Paying up front only to find that work is left half finished • Having difficulty co-ordinating trades and materials, which leads to cost blowouts. Mr Caulfield said dealing with common traps, combined with tight budgets, will become increasingly important if negative gearing is removed and leaves renovators without the traditional financial buffer. For more information, visit www.archicentre.com.au
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4A Corinella Road Woodend “Maella House” This well-designed, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is sure to turn heads thanks to its superb location, landscaped yard and spacious living. Ideal for professionals or those down-sizing, the home has been built by a renowned local bespoke builder in September 2017. Central gas heating, double glazed windows, ceiling fans and a reverse cycle air conditioner keep the home warm in winter and cool in summer. It is also fully insulated and boasts solar hot water. Outside, the property features an electric gate, carport (off street parking for 3 cars), delightful sitting area and grassed lawn, the front yard also featuring mature English box hedging. With all local amenities including shops and train station within walking distance, this house is perfectly placed for any buyer.
AUCTION Saturday 30th June at 2.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Thursday 5.00-5.30pm & Saturday 12.00-12.30pm | PRICE $840,000 - $920,000 Helen Sankey 0438 563 519
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Blair celebrates milestone game It only felt like yesterday that Bronwyn Blair made her senior debut for Romsey in the Riddell District Netball League. Stepping straight into the A-grade side as a 15-year-old, Blair has been a regular in the team ever since. On Saturday, she became the first netballer to play 200 games for the Redbacks. Speaking before the game, Blair said she was still getting used to the idea that she had reached such a milestone. “It’s a little weird,” she said. “It’s been a long time coming to this stage, as I’ve played for 11 years now. “I’m an early veteran hitting the mark at such a young age.” Blair said it didn’t feel like 11 years ago that she made her debut. She started playing when her mother was coach and several of her mother’s friends were playing. A few players from those early years were at Saturday’s game to watch her celebrate her achievement. “I’ve played with a fair range of girls, some have stuck around and others have played on and off,” Blair said. “It only feels like yesterday I was a young girl stepping on the court. “When I started we were struggling to make finals. Over time we’ve developed as a club.” Blair said the four premierships she’s been part of were among the highlights of her career. The most recent was last year’s win against Lancefield.
“Most people don’t have the chance to play in any and I’ve played in four,” she said. “Each premiership is special in its own way. The first couple I played with a group of close girlfriends. “To come away with premierships with friends is pretty special.” The Redbacks celebrated a win on Saturday, but did it the hard way, coming from behind against Rockbank. The Redbacks had a slow start and trailed by three goals at half-time. They showed some of the depth they have in the second half and it paid off. The inclusion of Hope Evans at half-time helped the Redbacks as they outscored the Rams 30-11 to win 49-33. Evans, in her first A-grade game for the season, shot 21 goals from 25 attempts. The Redbacks sit fifth, but have played one less game than the four sides above them. In other results, Wallan defeated Diggers Rest 40-32 with Chloe Meulenmeesters shooting 30 goals in the win. Macedon remains undefeated after a convincing win against Melton Centrals, 49-24. Janelle Birch was best on court. Rupertswood had a 64-24 win against Broadford, while Riddell proved too strong for Woodend-Hesket, winning 55-40.
Bronwyn Blair celebrated game 200 on Saturday. (Damian Visentini)
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“On the outside things are looking good, but they are very broken on the inside,” he said. “People are only looking at the moment. They want success this year and they aren’t looking to the future. They don’t have a plan for the next five years.” Grey said there had been a change of direction behind the scenes in the past six months. He said that was the main reason why he was stepping down. “It’s run like a junior club,” he said. “People are looking over your shoulder as they want that success. They were questioning decisions I was making. “That’s the sad part and hurt me a bit. I’m loyal and wanted to see the club grow.”
As well as resigning from the senior coaching role, Grey has also stepped aside from coaching the club’s under-17 team. An interim coaching panel will take the reins until the club appoints a coach. Thunder president Keith Osborne said he was just as shocked as anyone by Grey’s decision. “There was a number of contributing things and being a start-up senior club, you face a lot of challenges that other clubs don’t have,” Osborne said. “It can take its toll at times. In the best interest for him and the club we decided parting ways was the best course of action.” Osborne said they were not only losing a great coach that had made massive inroads
Macedon bides its time By Tara Murray Macedon continues to fly under the radar in the Riddell District Football League. Last year’s premier sits third, with a 6-2 record and has been quietly racking up the wins. Cats coach Ben Tankard said despite their record and ladder position, they can’t be compared to some premiership favourites. “We don’t deserve to be mentioned up there with Wallan and Rupertswood,” he said. “Diggers Rest and Riddell are really good as well. We’re where we thought we would be and we haven’t gone away from that. “We still think our best football will be towards the end of the season. “We’re in the middle of a hard running program which is taking the edge off on game day.” On Saturday, the Cats accounted for Melton Centrals in a scrappy match at Arnolds Creek Reserve, the Cats winning 9.5 (59)-3.10 (28). “There was a four to five-goal wind down one end,” Tankard said. “It was a fluky wind, so even when you had the wind it was hard to score. “Both sides put a couple of players behind the ball and made it hard to score. “There was intense pressure from Melton. It was one of those days when it didn’t matter about the margin, it was just about getting the win.” Chris Kilmartin, Matthew Knox and James Wright kicked two goals apiece for the Cats. Zachary Smedley and Patrick Doyle were the Cats’ best. Tankard said both were getting plenty of time in the middle, due to injuries to other players. In a bonus for the Cats, last year’s Bowen medallist Jason Cooke played his first game of the season for the club. Cooke, who also led the RDFL’s goalkicking last season, had started the season with St Albans, before deciding to return to the Cats. Tankard said they weren’t going to say no to someone of his ability returning. “It came as a bit of a surprise,” he said. “I didn’t find out until early last week and St Albans were happy to let him go, so we acted on it. “He’s heading overseas soon, so won’t play many games, but he will play enough games to qualify for finals if we make them. “He adds a bit of class, we’re a blue collar side.” While the return of Cooke was a bonus, the Cats’ injury list continues to grow. Chris Kilmartin and Errol McConnell were injured at the weekend. They join Casey Summerfield, Jack Kernan, Jack Mills and Matt Dick, among others injured. Tankard said the club hoped to get some of those players back in the next couple of games.
Zachary Smedley was Macedon’s best on Saturday. (Shawn Smits)
The Cats this week face Rockbank in a game they expect to win easily. In other results, Diggers Rest upset Wallan, handing the Magpies their first loss of the season. The Burras won 13.18 (96)-11.8 (74). Riddell made easy work of Lancefield,
winning 22.20 (152)-1.1 (7), Romsey defeated Rockbank 21.24 (150)-2.2 (14). Rupertswood returned to the top of the ladder with an easy win over Broadford, 32.20 (212)-1.2 (8). Todd Podolczak kicked nine goals. Sunbury Kangaroos upset Woodend-Hesket 8.7 (55)-5.9 (39).
with the development of the club, but a great club person as well. “As a club, we’re staying positive,” he said. “We’re in a really strong position and Steve is a massive part of that. “He’s part of the fabric of the club and that hurts the playing group.” Anthony Galea, Jason Spiteri, Darren Bird and Darrell Cartwright shared the coaching duties against Roxburgh Park and will also do so against Moonee Valley this week. The Thunder then has a bye. Osborne said they hoped to appoint an interim coach for the remainder of the season. Tara Murray
Kangaroos hit sweet spot against Hawks Sunbury Kangaroos have produced their best four-quarter performance of the Riddell District Football League season to knock off Woodend-Hesket. Looking to keep their season alive, the Kangaroos found the sort of consistency they’ve been lacking at times. They led at every break in the low-scoring match and held strong when the Hawks came at them. The Hawks got to within a goal early in the last quarter, but the Kangaroos went to another level to notch up an 8.7 (55)-5.9 (39) victory. Kangaroos coach Anthony Leydin said he was pleased with how the game panned out and how players were learning from the mistakes of previous games. “It was a pretty solid four quarters against some solid opposition,” he said. “We went in thinking we were a chance, but form suggested otherwise. “We were able to find extra when we were challenged three or four times by the Hawks. “We took control of the situation and fended them off and were able to control the game and tempo.” Leydin said the Kangaroos had good contributions from all involved. He said Mitch Streiff, who played in the midfield, was the side’s best, abetted by other leaders such as John Corso, Jacob Opie, Matt Walsh and Matthew Leonard. “We need them to have good games,” he said. “The lesser lights had cameos … all we can ask for is a good four-quarter effort. It’s a good step forward.” Josh Burgess kicked three goals for the Kangaroos. Alistair Rae kicked three for the Hawks and was named their best. The win moves the Kangaroos to eighth with three wins. This week they will face seventh-placed Romsey. Leydin said the game would have a huge bearing on their season. “They’ve played one less game than us,” he said. “This can keep our season alive.” Diggers Rest upset Wallan 13.18 (96)-11.8 (74), handing the Magpies their first loss of the season. Riddell easily beat Lancefield 22.20 (152)-1.1 (7) and Romsey defeated Rockbank 21.24 (150)-2.2 (14). Rupertswood returned to the top of the ladder with a 32.20 (212)-1.2 (8) win against Broadford, Todd Podolczak kicking nine goals. Tara Murray 21 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 19, 2018
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Veteran player intends to go around just a Tadd more Ray Tadd has been told several times he should give up football. There’s those who have told him that he was not good enough and then there’s the doctors who said his knee wouldn’t handle playing. He has ignored them all and continued to plug along, playing for several different clubs in the Macedon Ranges and Sunbury area. On Sunday, playing for Woodend-Hesket Masters, he played game 500. Tadd said he never imagined playing so many football games. “Especially not after my first knee reconstruction in 1994, I was told to give the game away,” he said. “I’ve had three recos and was told that I would never play again. “There was a guy from Maryborough Masters who played 600 games. He’s around my age, so I asked how he had played that many and he said it counted junior matches. “I then went through and worked out how many games I’d played.
“I’ve had a fair run, I’ve limped to 500 games.” Tadd started as a junior at Gisborne, before moving to Macedon. He spent 26 years at the Cats over multiple stints. He also spent time at Trentham and Sunbury Masters before playing with Woodend-Hesket for the past three years. He has also represented Vic Country at the AFL Masters National Carnival. While he enjoys the playing side of things, the 46-year-old said having an outlet and a place to go with mates was just as important. There were a number of highlights in his career, including a premiership with Trentham, captaining Macedon’s reserves in the mid-1990s and coaching across several different clubs. “I was the senior coach of Macedon’s seniors when they reformed in 2003 … it was a massive thing to see them win the premiership last year. “Also to be the inaugural coach of the Woodend-Hesket Masters. I’ve been lucky enough to be involved with two clubs and
helping start from scratch.” After coaching Woodend Hesket the past two seasons, Tadd has stepped back to playing and said he will continue playing for as long as he could. “I’ve never been blessed with a lot of natural ability,” he said. “The one per centers are the key things for me. “I’m just happy enjoying it, as a lot of people told me ‘you aren’t able to play’. “If I had listened to them, I would have played two games. I would like to keep playing until I can play with my son.” After he has finished playing, he said he would likely get back into coaching. Tara Murray
Ray Tadd played his 500th game on Sunday. (Supplied)
Jets bolster finals bid By Tara Murray Sunbury Jets have bagged a crucial win in the fight for finals spots in Big V women’s state championship basketball. The fourth-placed Jets controlled the contest against fifth-placed Hume City Broncos. The Jets opened up an early lead, extending it throughout the game. The Broncos hit back at times, but the Jets steadied and easily ran out 73-54 winners. Jets’ coach Kennedy Kereama said he would take that win any day of the week. “If anyone had asked if we came here and beat Hume by 19 points, I would have definitely not expected that,” he said. “I think this is the toughest place in the league to come and get a win. “Hume is just a very competitive outfit and even until the final siren they were battling hard. “They are a team that won’t go away and credit to them.” It was a physical game from the outset, with the Jets adjusting first to the umpiring. Kereama said they had entered the game expecting it to be a hard and gritty match. While the Jets adapted better to the situation, there were a couple of other areas that set them apart from the Broncos – depth and three-point shots. All 11 Jets players got minutes, including in the first half when the match was still on the line. Kereama said that sort of overall effort was important for the development of the Jets’ squad. “Not many teams in the league can bring a former Australian Opal [Elyce Penaluna] off their bench or a former Australian junior, WNBL player [Kerryn Harrington] off their bench,” he said. “It won’t always be that way. The way we trained and the way we wanted to run our match-ups, it meant that Kerryn and Elyce both came off the bench. “It’s great when your bench can come out and give what is needed … we got to play everyone tonight. “It’s important to give lesser players the experience to play in a game like that.” Penaluna top scored with 17 points, while Harrington, Josie Stockill and Orla O’Reilly hit double figures. The Jets were deadly from down town, shooting at 45 per cent from beyond the three-point line. In the first half, the Jets percentage from that range was above 60 per cent. In contrast, the Broncos didn’t hit a three-pointer until late in the third quarter. Kereama said the Jets did a good job of executing their offence, while also sticking to the plan at the other end of the court. “To shoot 45 per cent from the three-point 22 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 19, 2018
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Sunbury Lions suffered a shock loss to Ballarat on Saturday in the Ballarat Football League. Poor second and third quarters proved costly for the Lions, as they lost 11.17 (83)-6.8 (44). Mick Edwards was named the Lions’ best, with Dylan Landt the only multiple goalkicker with two. The loss means the Lions slip from second to fourth ahead of a clash with ladder leader Bacchus Marsh.
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Gisborne’s good form continued with a fourth straight win in the Bendigo Football League. The Bulldogs set up the 17.17 (119)-12.13 (85) win against South Bendigo in a seven to one goal second quarter. Ethan Minns was named the Bulldogs’ best. Kyneton wasn’t able to extend its winning run, losing 13.7 (85)-7.9 (51) to Golden Square. The Tigers led at half-time, but kicked just one goal in the second half. Josh Govan was named their best. Gisborne and Kyneton remain sixth and third respectively.
Soccer
Sunbury United put in a dominant 4-1 performance against Sebastopol Vikings on Saturday in FFV state league 3 north-west. United was impressive in the first half, scoring three goals to take control of the match. A goal from a Sebastopol free kick opened its account early in the second half, before Jayden Mercieca ran the length of the field to score his second and the sealer for Sunbury. United is third on the ladder. In state league 5 west, second-placed Gisborne had a 2-1 win against Maribyrnong Greens.
Netball
Sunbury Lions remain undefeated in the Ballarat Netball League. The Lions had little trouble against Ballarat, extending the lead in every quarter for a 48-35 win. Tarnee Adams shot 42 goals for the Lions. The Lions are a game clear on top of the ladder, ahead of East Point and Lake Wendouree. Kerryn Harrington had an impact off the bench for Sunbury Jets. (Shawn Smits)
line for the game is really good,” he said. “I think we did a good job executing our offensive sets, finding the right mismatches. “We had a game plan that would allow them to have a lot of three-point shots and we were going to contest everything in the paint.”
The Jets, who remain in fourth spot on the ladder, will this weekend face second-placed Waverley Flacons and seventh-placed Keilor Thunder. The Jets’ men lost 107-61 to Western Port Steelers in division 1.
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New BMW gives an electric ride By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring The good folks at BMW just couldn’t help themselves. Their i3 electric city car is clearly their vision of the future … but BMW has a long history of sporting motoring. So the i3 engineers and stylists couldn’t resist designing a sports version, tagged, without a great deal of imagination, the i3s. We reckon there’s a strong chance that the engineers from the BMW i8 supercar section of the i Division had a finger in the pie as well. And we wonder if the revheads from M Division called in to say g’day from time to time? We’ve just spent an enjoyable week in a BMW i3s and found it even more fun to drive than the standard i3 94ah we had a few months back.
MODEL RANGE MODEL RANGE i3: $68,700 (automatic) i3 Rex: $74,700 (automatic) i3s: $69,900 (automatic)
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i3s Rex: $75,900 (automatic)
Cute and very different inside and out, BMW i3 is basically a large volume rectangular box that’s been rounded off at the edges and corners to add some style. The result is cabin spaciousness you don’t get in conventional cars of this size. The i3s front spoiler is wider and bolder in its shape than the standard i3. The rear track is widened by 40mm because it has wheelarch surrounds added to cover the extra width of the wheels. The black colour of these surrounds is continued onto the door sills, and the 20-inch alloy wheels are in black. Sporty? Well sort of, but we certainly liked the appearance.
battery charge at its current level, it doesn’t increase the amount of energy in the batteries, simply adds to the overall range of the vehicle. It was fitted to our road test car.
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Driving
Power and torque from the electric motor have both been increased. There’s plenty of grunt in this little ‘Beemer’. There’s the option of a range extender engine, a small twin-cylinder petrol unit. It never powers the i3s directly but only maintains the
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Lower ride height and wider tyres give the BMW i3s a tougher look. (Supplied)
Performance is terrific, with the instant off-the-line reaction we love in all electric cars. There’s near silence from the rear mounted electric motor and the little petrol charging engine is barely audible when it spins away at its fixed speed.
Most of our driving was done in Comfort mode rather than in one of Eco modes. Around town a range of 190 to 225 kilometres was possible in Comfort mode. Which is more than enough for normal suburban daily use. Motorway driving, still in Comfort mode gave an electric-only range of about 170 to 180 kilometres. Enough to get from the Gold Coast to Brisbane and back again. The BMW i3 can be a ‘one-pedal’ car, as you can use the pedal on the right to increase and decrease speed. Indeed everyone we have
spoken to about electric cars says they enjoy the challenge of not having to use the brake pedal. In the i3s we were able to make virtually all trips around town without using the brakes. The battery-only BMW i3s is priced at $69,900, with the range-extender adding $6000. The battery pack is designed to last for the life of the car and is covered by an eight-year or 100,000km battery warranty.
Summing up
The sheer joy of life provided by the instant acceleration of the BMW i3s is its biggest attraction. But we are not sure it really qualifies as a sports model that will have you getting out of bed early on a Sunday morning to head for the hills.
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