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Thefts hit new high By Jessica Micallef
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Theft offences across the Macedon Ranges have hit a 10 year high, new figures reveal. The latest data from the Crime Statistics Agency reveals thefts increased from 599 offences to 826 in the 12 months to the end of March – an increase of 37 per cent. Macedon Ranges Police Inspector Chris Large said police were aware of the upward trend. “In relation to theft, we have had a spike and what we have noticed in those numbers, is we had a really low year in 2018 and then we’ve gone up again to numbers consistent with 2016 and 2017. “Around January, we noticed a spike of theft in the Gisborne and Bullengarook areas.” According to the agency, property and deception offences – including arson, property damage, burglary and breaking and entering, theft and deception have risen 30 per cent (from 1050 reported offences to 1369) in the year to March, 2019. Inspector Large said the spike in deception offences (115 compared to 60) was in relation to “good work being done by police”. Drug offences, which include drug dealing and trafficking, cultivate or manufacture drugs, drug use and possession, and other drug offences, rose by more than 20 per cent (from 112 to 136) in the same time. “Over the last couple of months, we have had a strong focus on knowing where the high levels of drug action were,” Inspector Large said last week. “We had a community forum last week in Gisborne and what we’re focusing on is making sure we are visible to the community, with a particular focus over the next three months. “We’re also focusing not so much about the crime but about the people who are committing the crime.” Offences including blackmail and extortion, robbery and homicide and related offences remained steady in the year to March, 2019. In Hume, drug offences have also hit a 10-year high, with 1513 reported offences recorded in the year to March, 2019, compared to 1088 the previous year – a rise of nearly 40 per cent. Crimes against the person, including homicide, assault, sexual offences, robbery, stalking, harassment and threatening behaviour, blackmail and extortion, abduction and dangerous and negligent acts rose by nearly 11 per cent (3042 reported offences to 3376) in the year to March, 2019, compared to the previous year.
It’s gnome big mystery – the Great Sunbury Gnome Hunt is back for another year. Now in its sixth year, the event is a great way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays, according to Goonawarra Primary School parents and friends committee member Heidi Saffery. “With several schools involved, the children enjoy having lots of fun looking for gnomes hidden in 25 businesses around Sunbury,” she said. “It is a very successful and fun activity in the Sunbury community.” Children can buy a gnome hunt passport for $10 at participating schools – Goonawarra Primary School, Kismet Park, Killara Primary School, Sunbury Primary School, Sunbury West and Sunbury Heights. The passport lists the 25 Sunbury businesses that have a hidden gnome. Children then seek out as many gnomes as they can. “All money goes back to the six schools from the passport sales,” Ms Saffery said. “The businesses love the idea because it gets people into their businesses and in return they either donate a prize or they have discounts in their store. “When you return your passports after the school holidays, they all go in a barrel and you get the opportunity to win a prize. “It’s a win-win because it’s helping local businesses and it’s helping local schools to raise money.” The gnome hunt runs from Saturday, June 29 to Sunday, July 14. Details: bit.ly/2WNUzpf CHARLOTTE, 5
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Horror flu season hits the state By Jessica Micallef This year’s flu season is shaping up as one of the worst in several years according to health professionals. Medical practices in Macedon Ranges and Kyneton have experienced a high number of flu cases already this season and the number of confirmed cases across the state is “above expected levels for this time of year”. Practitioners are urging residents to get a flu vaccination. Campaspe Family Practice’s Dr Robert
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Power said there had been more cases of flu in the Macedon Ranges in 2019 compared to the same time in previous years. “We are seeing … cases higher among school-aged children and in the elderly,” he said. “The season is shaping up to be a bad flu season.
“I think the official position is that the figures to come will show for a much higher season.” Dr Power said the only way to prevent the flu was the influenza vaccine. “We encourage everyone to get vaccinated, in particular people aged over 65. “It can take two weeks for the vaccine to work. It cannot cause the flu. I think there are a lot of urban myths out there.” Kyneton District Health clinical nurse consultant Robyn Freeman said the number of confirmed cases across the state was “above expected levels for this time of year”.
“Notifications for influenza are trending upwards and the predominate influenza type across the state is currently Type A. “Geographically, influenza is widespread across the state [and] annual immunisation against the flu is recommended for all people from six months of age.” Health Minister Jenny Mikakos told The Age there had already been 18,664 confirmed flu cases this season. “That’s nine times more than the same time last year,” she said. “We’ve had 31 confirmed flu deaths so far this year.”
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Tonia Todman with Robin and Phil from the Men’s Shed. (Joe Mastroianni)
Master chef heads to the shed Celebrity chef Tonia Todman will be cooking up a storm at the Kyneton Men’s Shed. Ms Todman will present a series of two-hour cooking lessons across 10 weeks to demonstrate how to easily prepare meals for one or two people. She said she was looking forward to presenting men and women with new recipes they can take home to recreate. “I was delighted when the Kyneton Men’s Shed asked me to help conduct this terrific series of cooking lessons,” she said.
“I am aiming at making the meals simple, yet nutritious and deliciously healthy. “I know the problems of cooking for one or two, so many of these meals will be able to be frozen. “I will be ensuring all of the meals are tasty and cheerful, and easily affordable.” Shed chairman John Mitchell said the course was open to everyone, irrespective of age or gender. “I know from experience that junk food is often seen as an easy option. The meals Tonia
will demonstrate are simple to make. They will certainly be a better option than hamburgers, pizza or fish and chips,” he said. The course cost to Macedon Ranges Men’s Shed members is $50 an $150 for non-members. The cooking series begins July 13 at 10am, at 2 Riverwalk Boulevarde, Kyneton. Enrol at 5422 6465 or jmpr04@bigpond.com Jessica Micallef
Macedon Ranges motorists can look forward to safer roads. Macedon Ranges council has secured close to $1.1 million in the second round of funding for road upgrades as part of the state government’s Fixing Country Roads Program. Widening and strengthening upgrades have been planned for Lauriston and Lauriston Reservoir roads, Kyneton. Projects rolling out across the region as part of the program include the re-construction of sections of Kyneton-Metcalfe Road and Romsey Road, surface improvements on Aitken and Robertson streets in Gisborne, Main Street in Romsey and Station Street, Clarkefield. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said she was delighted Macedon Ranges roads were receiving much-needed upgrades. “These are all great projects for our community and it’s essentially good news for commuters who catch the train at Clarkefield station every day,” she said. Roads Minister Jaala Pulford said it was crucial to provide motorists with a safer journey on country roads. “This program is all about ensuring our smaller communities have high quality roads,” Ms Pulford said. Round one projects are on track for completion midyear, while round two projects will be delivered by June, 2020. For the full list of projects visit regionalroads.vic.gov.au. Jessica Micallef
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Duo’s hair-raising adventure By Jessica Micallef Mother and daughter Sarah and Caitlin Hall have teamed up to raise money for a good cause. The Riddells Creek duo will cut off their ponytails next month. After witnessing a friend cut off her hair, Ms Hall said Caitlin, 11, was inspired to follow in her friend’s footsteps. “Caitlin has been growing her hair for quite some time and a friend of hers at school did the World’s Greatest Shave a few months ago and Caitlin was inspired by that,” she said. “That kind of gave Caitlin the courage to go ‘yes, let’s do this’.” The mother and daughter researched many different organisations that would accept donated hair, until they came across a charity that was a perfect fit for them both. “We came across Sustainable Salons Australia, which are one of many charities that take hair,” Ms Hall said. “This particular one looks after not only young people’s hair, but also old people’s hair like mine. “I said to Caitlin, ‘if my hair is long enough, I will cut my hair too’ … she got out the ruler and measured my hair and it was 20 centimetres – it fit the brief. “They can either donate Caitlin’s hair for children’s wigs and my hair for women’s wigs, or they’ll sell Caitlin’s hair for a premium product and that money then goes back into the cost of making wigs.” The pair wanted to go further and raise money for a charity close to their heart. They decided on Western Health Foundation because Ms Hall works for Western Health. “We’ve suggested we’d like for the money to go to Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s
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Our Lady of the Rosary pupils Thomas, Xanthe, Audrey and Eloise present their final dish. (Supplied)
Classy pasta masters Forget the likes of Jamie Oliver and Donna Hay – Macedon Ranges pupils are the best in the cooking business. Primary school pupils had their cooking skills put to the test at the 2019 Sacred Heart College Junior Chef Competition grand final. Grade 4 pupils from St Ambrose, St Mary’s, St Brigid’s, Holy Cross, and Our Lady of the Rosary primary schools gathered at Sacred Heart College in Kyneton last Wednesday to participate in the second and final round of the competition. In a Masterchef Masterchef-style setting, the pupils had one hour and 15 minutes to create fresh fettuccine with a napoletana sauce for the judges. The Our Lady of the Rosary team beat St Ambrose by one point.
The winning school received a $250 nursery voucher to go towards the purchase of plants for the school’s kitchen garden. All competitors received a gift of kitchen items from Woodend kitchen business Mort & Pestle. Sacred Heart College Kyneton principal Darren Egberts said the competition was a great opportunity for pupils to build on their culinary and teamwork skills. “It was fantastic to see the young people so excited and engaged in cooking,” Dr Egberts said. “They worked extremely well as a team and practised their recipes several times in advance.” Jessica Micallef
The 13 members who will take part in the inaugural Macedon Youth Advisory Council have been named, including Miranda Johnson-Jones, Maddi Condron, Tara Kankindji, Oliver Bagin, Molly Spencer-Stewart, Shaylyn Blyth, Laura Crozie, Sean Doherty and Kate McIntosh from Macedon Ranges.
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Funding fires up Riddells Creek By Jessica Micallef A new Riddells Creek fire station is a step closer. The state government earlier this month announced $3 million funding to provide the Riddells Creek CFA with a new home. The funds were allocated in the 2019-20 state budget and will go towards purchasing new land and building a new station. The new station will include a bay motor room, support and meeting areas, offices, a kitchen, training yard and communications infrastructure. Riddells Creek CFA captain Tom Morley
welcomed the funding. “Our members are delighted … It’s exciting news,” he said. “Our fire station was built in 1984 and the times have definitely changed since then. “A more modern facility means improved safety, the ability to accommodate new trucks and equipment, a dedicated training space to maintain our professional skills, as well as the opportunity to share spaces with other groups in the community. “This will allow us to serve our community better as well as encourage member sustainability.”
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said it was important to provide CFA volunteers with the right infrastructure and services. “Our CFA volunteers play a vital role in the community, especially in Riddells Creek where the brigade is being kept busy as the area continues to grow,” she said. “The brigade has outgrown the current facility … and our investment will provide a fit-for-purpose base.” The Riddells Creek brigade is working with the CFA to determine a suitable site for the new station, which is expected to be completed by 2021.
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas and Riddells Creek CFA captain Tom Morley with brigade members. (Supplied)
Park play here to stay Children are getting into the swing of things at a new playground in Riddells Creek. The final piece of the Riddells Creek Lions Park playground has been installed. Park co-ordinator Narelle McGellin said the Gisborne Bendigo Bank provided $15,000 to the Riddells Creek Lions Club to buy a fort for the park. “It’s an all-age piece of equipment … that should complement the other pieces quite nicely,” she said. “The fort itself is a bit more of an adventure course where the kids can follow a little course around and finish off with a slide. “We’re quite fortunate at the park that we’ve got a few all-inclusive pieces of equipment like the basket swing. The carousel is quite popular for people that have a disability – they can wheel onto the carousel as well.” Ms McGellin said the completion of the park
had been a long time coming for Lions Club members. “The group started this back in 2011 so it’s been going over several years,” she said. “The park now has been really revitalised and people are actually there quite a lot, whereas before there was nothing there. It’s definitely been well received. “We’re so thankful for our major sponsors like the Bendigo Bank who saw a need as well. “It is because of them that our town has benefited greatly with funds to support our community facilities and our children’s sporting and recreational fun into the future.” Jessica Micallef Narelle McGellin and Susie Laurie of Riddells Creek Lions Club with children at the new playground.. (Joe Mastroianni)
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GPs honoured for local research By Jessica Micallef Sunbury Medical Centre has been recognised for its part in a university student’s research project. The centre was presented with an Excellent Contribution to Research by a General Practice award for its role in helping Melbourne University honour student Peter Nguyen. The award was part of Melbourne University’s Department of General Practice Teaching and Research awards. Medical centre practice manager Neville
Moller said centre employees were delighted at their achievements. “We’re obviously quite humbled because it’s a state award,” he said. “It just gives us recognition of the work we do in research and in supporting research in general practices. “We’ve facilitated the research by providing the facilities and also supporting the student with the data that he needed to research the project.” The eight-week study looked at identifying the best model of communication for the use of aspirin in the prevention of bowel cancer.
“What the study did was identifying patients at a certain age, and they were shown certain digital advertising in relation to the subject matter and were asked which had the best that they could identify with,” Mr Moller said. “The idea was to formulate the best way to communicate with the community … the benefits of aspirin in the prevention of bowel cancer.” Principal doctor Dr Phillip Wood with business manager Neville Moller. (Marco De Luca)
Holiday fun sorted For something a little more active, the Kyneton Toyota Sports and Aquatic Centre will have a pool inflatable for children to play on during the school holidays. The inflatable will be set up on July 8, 10 and 12, between 12.30-2.30pm each day and costs $5.20 per child as part of the pool entry fee. For more information on other school holiday activities in the Macedon Ranges, visit: bit.ly/2x6qg2E Jessica Micallef
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Cinema manager Amelia Clarke with donated toys. (Joe Mastroianni)
A toy story with heart Sunbury children are being encouraged to take their toys to infinity and beyond. To celebrate the arrival of Toy Story 4, Disney Pixar and Sunbury Reading Cinema are calling for donations of quality, pre-loved toys to help brighten the lives of disadvantaged children. The donated toys will go on new adventures with Save The Children Australia. Some toys will join the Save The Children Toy Well program, while others will be placed in the organisation’s op shops. It is being requested that toys be unbroken, have all batteries removed and are in clean
condition and working order. Any toys received that might not be in the required condition, will be passed on to recycling company TerraCycle which will give them new leases on life. A carnival-themed toy donation booth has been set up in the foyer of the Sunbury Reading Cinema. The Toy Story 4 toy drive will run until Sunday, July 21. Details: bit.ly/2J8rfoT Jessica Micallef
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Racism keeps police busy By Alesha Capone Police in the state’s north west metro region have responded to hundreds of prejudiciallymotivated crimes within a five-year period, with more than half of the offences related to a victim’s race or ethnicity. Victoria Police data shows there were 528 “prejudicially-motivated” crimes recorded in the northwest – which covers 14 municipalities, including Wyndham, Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong, Melton, Moonee Valley, Hume and Whittlesea – between January 2014 and December 2018. This included 341 offences related to race/ ethnicity, 121 related to religion, 111 related to sexual orientation, 94 related to political beliefs and 21 related to disability. Brimbank’s Acting Police Inspector Terrence West said people who experienced or witnessed prejudice-motivated crime, including online crime, should report it to the police. “Victoria Police is here to help – we do not tolerate violence and we take all crime seriously, including that which is motivated by prejudice, racism or discrimination,” he said. Acting Inspector West said crime reports indicated that prejudice-motivated crime could occur in public places, retail environments and residential premises. “This may include threats to kill, threats to inflict serious injury, stalking, assault, destroying or damaging property, including
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“There is no justification for prejudice-motivated violence here in Victoria.” Acting Inspector West said Victoria Police has a number of Multicultural Liaison Officers (MLOs) who could help victims of prejudice-based crime to make a report. WEstjustice chief executive Denis Nelthorpe said the organisation sometimes heard from clients who were subjected to racist comments in public. Mr Nelthorpe said while some people who committed such acts could be mentally ill or affected by drugs or alcohol, it could also occur when people were “uneducated or racist”. Victims of racism or discrimination can contact their local police station, or triple-0 in an emergency. Any information about a crime motivated by prejudice can be reported to Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
Paul Green and Steve Goodman welcome funding for the men’s shed. (Marco De Luca)
Shed jumps ahead Romsey Men’s Shed members have been given 500 reasons to smile. Shed president Steve Goodman said the shed was awarded a $500 grant from Australia Post. Mr Goodman said Romsey Post Office owners Bill and Bahire Raif nominated the shed for the grant. “They thought we were a worthy recipient of it and they put us in for it … we were lucky enough to get it,” he said. The money will be used to buy a defibrillator and train shed members on its use. Mr Goodman said it was important for big businesses to contribute to smaller organisations across the Macedon Ranges. “To add to that, we’ve become a tax deductible
situation where businesses who do want to contribute something, they can claim it on tax. And I think that means a fair bit,” he said. “Bill and his wife Bahire Raif, down at the [Romsey] post office, they really do deserve a big thank you. “They initiated it all.” Mr Goodman said shed members continue to seek a permanent home. Currently, they are using the Romsey Scout Hall as a base and are helping refurbish it for the Scouts. However, Mr Goodman said they were on the lookout for a “place to put a shed.” Jessica Micallef
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MY PLACE Diana Trimble has been volunteering at Sunbury Community Health Centre since 2001. The Sunbury resident chats with Jessica Micallef about her journey to becoming a volunteer. What is your connection to Sunbury and Macedon Ranges?
Are there any challenges that you come across as a volunteer?
I have been a resident in Sunbury for just over 20 years. Prior to that I was in Woodend and was co-owner and operator of Trentham Bistro.
Yes, the natural desire to do things for others when there may be more for others to gain by listening and observing, then informing, prompting and supporting so that each person is reaching their best capabilities each day, then being alert to giving a helping hand when needed.
My sister became unable to care for herself when we were both in our 40s which meant I needed to make adjustments to what I was doing and take charge of her and her care needs. This did not happen overnight. For one year I drew on the expertise of the community health centre to try to manage my sister’s declining health long distance. Finally she came to live with me permanently. As the professionals around us worked to restore her wellbeing, we were finally able to attend the community health centre’s planned activity group one day a week where my sister benefited enormously as a client and I worked in the group as a volunteer. What are some of the perks of volunteering at Sunbury Community Health? The most significant thing about working as a volunteer at the Sunbury Community Health Centre is the opportunity to meet and work with a broad range of people from the community. Friendships are formed and knowledge is increased through learning and attending information sessions. Significantly, there is a role to suit anyone who would like to volunteer.
What would people be most surprised to know about you? I like to write poetry and because I am not a confident cook, if I am doing the cooking, I don’t want anyone in the kitchen with me. Where is your favourite place to eat in Sunbury and/or the Macedon Ranges? I have broad tastes and interest in food and wine. For casual dining I like the Cellardoor Wine Bar at the Ball Court Hotel, and Moonstar Vietnamese and Chinese restaurant in Sunbury. If you could change one thing about the area what would it be? Sunbury has fabulous park areas and extensive walking paths through them. I would like to see more avenues of shade trees, ironbark, silky oak and significant deciduous trees, especially on all entrances to Sunbury, together with wayside rests welcoming people in to the town.
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Macedon Ranges Badminton Club’s spring season starts July 15. There will be three sessions a week at Tony Clarke Recreation Reserve, Waterfalls Road, Macedon on Tuesday at 8pm, Thursday at 9.30am and Fridays at 8pm. All skill levels are welcome. ■ David, 0419 589 425 or macedonrangesbadminton@gmail.com
Volunteer for a working bee at the Alister Clark Memorial Rose Garden, Bulla. The next working bee is on Saturday, July 6 between 10am-2.30pm. Bring your own gloves, boots and some lunch and morning tea to share. The garden is on the corner of Green Street and Bulla Road. ■ Helen, 9205 2306
Five-time Golden Guitar winners the Davidson Brothers are celebrating their 10th anniversary of their first album release Blue Spruce by bringing their five-piece band to perform a one-off show in Woodend on Saturday, July 20 at the St Ambrose Hall, 18 Templeton Street. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tickets are $30 and include a seat and table. BYO drinks and nibbles. For tickets: bit.ly/2IkUUfl ■ Ben, 0412 092 189
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Melbourne and Sydney International Comedy Festival comedians will attend a comedy evening at the Gisborne Golf Club, 25 Daly Street, on Saturday, August 3 from 7pm to support Swinburne Avenue Kindergarten in Gisborne. Please note this is an 18 years and older event. Cost is $35 for adults. Tickets: bit.ly/2WYWkUW ■ Mat, 0421 244 288.
Talk on Friday, August 16 from 8pm at 129 Mollison Street. The show will focus on subjects such as millennials, life hacks, technology and children, all with a positive spin. Cost is $49.90 per person and groups of 10 or more cost $46.90 per person. ■ 1300 888 802 or bit.ly/2WBpdqB
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Bring your children along to the Gisborne Aquatic Centre, 6 Aitken Street, during the school holidays to play in the pool’s inflatable on July 4-5 and July 8-12, 1-3pm each day. The inflatable fun is included with the cost of casual entry to the pool ■ 5421 1452
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Does your child have a pair of shoes that have seen better days? Then be part of the ‘up-cycling’ fashion movement. Have your children come to the Kyneton Museum for a crafty shoe decorating school holiday workshop on Thursday, July 4 at 67 Piper Street, between 11am-1pm. Children are encouraged to bring a pair of shoes to get creative with. Cost is $5 for the workshop which includes entry to the museum. Tickets: bit.ly/2X8LlrO ■ 1300 888 802
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Bambini opens new centre in Sunbury Bambini Early Learning Centres have been dotted around Melbourne for a dozen years and the latest in the group was launched last month in Sunbury.
“We ultimately believe that play equals learning and encourages children to seek out answers and to become leaders and communicators during their learning journey.
Owned by Proko Athanasakos, with Sonia Giocotto as manager, Bambini holds strong values in the delivery of childcare.
“We have six uniquely designed indoor spaces for long day care, as well as a dedicated art studio and age-appropriate outdoor areas. Years of industry experience have guided the centre’s entire design.”
Sonia says Bambini advocates that inside every person is infinite value and worth that needs to be realised and released into the world. “As an early learning centre, we exist to make that happen,” says Sonia. “Our educators set the stage for children to make discoveries. We create a positive, enriching environment – and adventure wonderland – that gives children a sense of security and promotes ambition and confidence to learn. “We want to ignite a love of learning in all our children, from three months old to school age, in a setting that feels home-like and engaging. And we strive to instil values of respect, kindness and self-worth in an environment rich in colour and movement, with sensory indoor/outdoor areas openly encouraging expression, discovery and creativity.” The Bambini community also promotes and protects the planet through sustainable practices. Where possible, natural materials are used in the centre’s design, and the story of nurturing the earth is shared with the children. A strong emphasis is placed on play-based learning, Sonia explains.
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Perched on a gentle rise, with glorious views from the rear towards The Mount, this fine homestead – named Amaroo Lodge – has been spruced up, with original features making a successful marriage with the new. There’s also a stylishly appointed cottage with a fitted bedroom, a bathroom and laundry, as well as a kitchen at the centre of dining and lounge areas (with split-system). Entry to the 16-hectare property is through automated gates and down a driveway, which heads past eucalypt-dotted land before culminating in a circle right around the house. 14 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 25, 2019
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The residence has cedar-framed doors and multi-paned windows (just about all that remain of the original look) which juxtapose with wall paint and other accents in grey shades, plus expanses of rich timber floorboards. A recipient of a clever update, the kitchen has grey cabinetry, walk-in pantry and beautiful marble benches and white subway splashback tiles. A brekkie bar sits under on-trend pendants, and Miele and Bosch appliances equip the family cook well. An open step-down lounge room off the entry foyer has a brick fireplace and carpet, making it a cosy retreat for entertaining
visitors and watching a movie with the family. It also has a striking designer lightfitting. On the other side of the entry is a study (or fourth bedroom), and another door ahead ushering in the expansive floorboarded living hub with wood heater and split-system. This space accesses the back verandah and a deck open to the sunshine. The three spacious bedrooms, two with walk-in robes and the other with a built-in, run along the front. Each has access to the front verandah, while the main bedroom has a large dual-basin en suite with walk-in
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Close to new, with all its sparkle intact, this appealing residence will have many admirers, especially among families who value great presentation and a terrific alfresco area for year-round mingling. That alfresco area is really a standout. A covered deck, it stretches from behind the garage right down to the backyard and has a wood heater set against rustic corrugated iron, as well as ceiling fan, power points and pull-down blinds. It’s a great spot for kids play during rainy weather, too. The four grey-carpeted and fitted bedrooms are down one side of the house, the big main bedroom with walk-in robe and en suite. The secondary bedrooms can easily accommodate queen-size beds and share a bright bathroom and separate toilet. The pearl-grey wall paint all through matches the kitchen cabinetry, which is abundant – as is the bench space that includes an island brekkie bar. Also on board are a cupboard pantry, underbench oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher. A carpeted open lounge/study/playroom is along the entry hall, giving it a little distance from the busy living hub, which has a carpeted sitting area. Two split-systems and gas ducted heating more than take care of Lancefield’s seasonal extremes. The property also has a double garage, spacious lawn, landscaped gardens, a storage shed and secure off-street parking for boat/caravan.
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SPORT Skilled Woodend Hesket closes in on finals Woodend Hesket shot out of the blocks in its Riddell District Netball League A-grade clash with Rockbank and never looked back, grabbing an important win. While the two sides have had a close rivalry in recent times, the Hawks were far more clinical early as they dominated the scoring to set up an eight goal lead at quarter-time. While the Rams challenged in the third term, the Hawks proved too strong as they fought out a 50-40 victory. Woodend Hesket coach Wendy Roberts said some recent games had helped them prepare for the clash, and they carried that form into Saturday’s win. “The Broadford game the previous week assisted us, because they play a very similar, physical game,” Roberts said. “We built from that foundation and it all sort of came together for us in this game. “In the opening minutes we were able to settle into a pretty open and free-flowing game, and we felt like we negated a lot of Rockbank’s
threats on goal and through the mid-court. “Psychologically and physically our game plan was to let Rockbank know we were a better skilled team and a stronger team, so we set the standard I thought.” The game got off to the perfect start for Hawks fans, as Tara Burnip made full use of her height advantage to nail ten shots in the first term. With Brittany Bowen controlling the centre of the court and opening up lots of avenues to attack, the Rams struggled to gain possession. When they did, Isabelle Maguire was dangerous up front as she kept the hopes of a comeback alive for the hosts. Things started to click for the Rams in the third quarter as they found some space and attacked with more freedom. Goal attack Rianne Vining scoring eight times to close the gap to just five points entering the final quarter. But the Hawks were able to steady, with 14 goals in the final term enough to see them take the points.
The win has Woodend Hesket just a game and percentage adrift of the finals, while Rockbank has slipped to ninth on the table. While the Hawks are on the brink of finals, Roberts said they will lose some players in the coming weeks and would continue to focus on building for the future. “We’ve got a shooter out for the next four weeks, so we’ll bring up an up-and-coming under-19 player, Emma Cogger, who we’ll settle in there. “We’ll be looking at internal wins along the way. Emma is only 15, so it will be good experience for her and something for the future. “I don’t know if we will make finals, but we’ll celebrate our internal wins as a team.” Ewen McRae Woodend’s Gracie Reid prepares to set up another forward thrust for the Hawks. (Shawn Smits)
Hawks show no mercy By Ewen McRae Woodend Hesket has kept its finals chances alive with a thumping win over cellar-dwellers Rockbank in the Riddell District Football League. Travelling to take on the struggling Rams, the Hawks showed no mercy as they cruised to a 43.21 (279) - 0.2 (2) victory. Hawks coach Tom Carland said it was hard to read too much into the result, and paid credit to the Rams for some strong efforts in a trying season. “They’re a club that’s obviously struggling, but full credit to them for fronting up every week because it would be a slog,” Carland said. “We had to make sure we still held our players to account, and I think we’re only the third team to keep Rockbank goalless, so that was a real focus for us. “We wanted our leaders to stand up and really show the way for the younger guys, and I thought they were better in that regard in this one. “It’s hard to judge at times with results like this. “You walk away happy to get the four points, but for us it was good to keep bringing some young players through and have success with them, which is important.” The match got off to the perfect start for the visitors, with goals flowing early as the Rams struggled to stem the flow. Tom O’Loughlin was particularly damaging as he kicked five goals from the wing in the opening term, almost half of the Rams 10.10 scoreline at quarter-time. While the Rams had some good passages of play at times, they broke down when entering attack and the Hawks were able to rebound with purpose, often going end to end to hit the scoreboard. It was 150-1 at the long break, and while the Hawks scored less in the second half it was another dark day for the Rams. O’Loughlin continued his strong work to finish with nine goals for the day, while 14 Hawks kicked majors in the rout. For the Rams, Jordan Baumgartner continued his strong season to be the best for the home side, with Mark Lalli-Cafini and Jake Mallia also toiling hard all day. Carland was keeping the result in perspective, with the Hawks still needing a lot to go right to fight for a finals spot. “We’ll know a lot more about where we sit in a couple of weeks time,” Carland said. “We’ve got Rupertswood and Melton 18 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 25, 2019
Woodend’s Liam Bianco gets a kick away in Saturday’s big win over Rockbank. (Shawn Smits)
Centrals, so two big opportunities there. If we get both of those we’re right back in the hunt, but if we drop both we fall away. “This game showed that when we move the ball quickly and play the game on our terms we
can be very dangerous. “We’re still learning how to play together, but we’ve taken big steps in that area in recent weeks that will hopefully help us when the pressure comes in those big games.”
Lions back troubled star Former Bacchus Marsh premiership player Jarrah Maksymow has signed with Sunbury, with the Lions confident their culture can help rehabilitate the troubled star. Maksymow, who won a premiership with Bacchus Marsh in 2016, created headlines last year after fleeing police at half-time of a semi-final in the Hume Football League. Sunbury president Henley Duhau said Lions coach Travis Hodgson had stayed in touch with Maksymow and believed the club could help him and his family. “Travis coached Jarrah at Bacchus Marsh, and he sees him as a mentor and a bit of a father figure,” Duhau said. “So when Jarrah wanted to play football again, Travis approached the committee and we decided we wanted to sign him. “What we’ve done is backed our club culture to support him, and we think it’s the right club for him in terms of our standards and support systems that we have in place. “I’ve worked in mental health for 15 years, and I know that people do need support and hope for them to move forwards.” Maksymow played in the Lions reserves on Saturday. Duhau said the early signs were that it had been a smooth transition for Maksymow into the club. “Jarrah’s comments to me before the game were that he couldn’t believe how inclusive the club had been in a short time,” Duhau said. “We’ve welcomed his family, and the club has been great at accepting all of them and making them a part of the club in a short space of time.” On the field, Sunbury grabbed a solid win over struggling Ballarat, pulling away to record a 16.8 (104) to 9.6 (60) win. Jack Landt bagged six goals in the win, which was notable for the Lions fielding three debutants and five under-19 players take the field in the seniors. Ewen McRae
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Record high for stalwart By Tara Murray Sunbury Lions’ Lauren Gilcrist joined rare company on Saturday when she stepped on the netball court in the Ballarat Netball League. Gilcrist, who was in one of the Lions first netball teams, played game 350 at Clarke Oval. It is believed only one or two other players in the league have reached the 350-game milestone. For Gilcrist, who is playing her 22nd season, it was a special milestone and one she never imagined happening. “Reaching 350 games is not something I ever set out to achieve, you don’t play for these types of reasons,” she said. “However it’s good to step back and acknowledge such achievements every now and again. “I am very proud of my loyalty, to have played them all at the one club, and my longevity – considering you normally only play about 18 games a season it’s a lot of years.” Gilcrist started with the Lions as a 16-year-old in the reserves team when the club moved to the BNL. Her aunt was treasurer at the time and her mum was later netball administrator for at least 10 years. Gilcrist’s sister also played netball with the Lions for about 10 years. “Having your family involved and [people] who grew to be my best friends … made it easy to turn up week after week, year after year,” Gilcrist said. “You play for the competition, but you stay because of the people.” Gilcrist, who has had two daughters in her time at the Lions, Taylah and Madi, joked she didn’t know what she would be doing if she didn’t play netball on a Saturday. Both her daughters now also play. “It is the best way to spend the day together and Taylah (12) and Madi (7) have grown up courtside,” she said. “They’ve both told me I’m not allowed to stop playing until we can all play together. “I remember hitting 200 games before having Madi and thinking that would probably do it … with the blink of an eye I have played another eight seasons.” Gilcrist played in the A-grade side for most of her games, before stepping back down into B-grade in 2014. In 2017 she stepped back up to A-grade and is part of one of the competition’s strongest sides. She has enjoyed a recent run of success, being part of five premiership sides including coaching three B-grade premierships. “After waiting so long for my first A grade premiership in 2013 I thought that would be it, but that started a ‘lucky streak’ for me and
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A dominant scoring display allowed Gisborne to stretch away to a huge win over Castlemaine in the Bendigo Football League on Saturday. With Pat Mckenna slotting 11 goals, and Jarryd Vernon adding six of his own, the result was never in doubt as the home side kept the visitors goalless in a 29.20 (194)-0.1 (1) victory. The result looked set after a sharp-shooting first term during which Gisborne slot eight majors. The result keeps them in second place. The day did not go as well for Kyneton, as it fell away after quarter-time to go down to Golden Square. Kyneton bagged two goals in the opening term, and some inaccurate kicking from the home side meant Kyneton trailed by just three goals at the first break. However Golden Square found its kicking boots and pulled away to a thumping 19.15 (129)-4.3 (27) win. The loss has Kyneton in seventh place.
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Lauren Gilcrist played game 350 on Saturday. (Shawn Smits)
I was fortunate enough to play in premierships five years in a row. “Each one is very special with the most recent in 2017 probably the most personally rewarding after returning to A grade and playing with a broken hand.” Gilcrist hasn’t put an end date on her career. “For me my netball is my ‘me’ time. It’s my
social time, my exercise time and my switch off time. “You can’t think of anything other than getting your hands on the ball for that one hour a week. “If the body holds up and the ever-filling children’s schedules allow and I’m still getting a game … who knows?”
Sunbury United staged a second half comeback to claim a point in its clash with Western Eagles in State League 3 north-west on Saturday. The Eagles had the better of the first half as they established a 2-1 lead, but United turned things around after half-time to level things up for a 3-3 draw. The result moves United up to 10th place on the ladder, jumping ahead of Point Cook. In State League 4 west, Gisborne fell to a 3-2 loss to Truganina after the Hornets grabbed the decisive lead in the second half. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklysport @star_weekly
Ballinger to lead Sunbury into unchartered waters Craig Ballinger will lead Sunbury on the field as the club makes the move to the Victorian Turf Cricket Association. The wicketkeeper-batsman, who returned to the Roar last season, was announced as coach last week. Ballinger said he had been thinking about coaching for a little while and decided the timing was right. Ballinger will be in his third season at Sunbury. He has also spent time at Ashfield and Riddell. “I worked with [coach] Brad [Hunter] last year and I had knowledge of his intentions not to coach on,” Ballinger said. “The club sought out what my intentions might have been and I put in an application. “We both did our due diligence. Being in the later stages of my career, the time was right.” Ballinger, who will continue to play, said having been part of the Sunbury line-up last year, he has full knowledge of the direction the club wants to take.
He said they didn’t have to start from scratch again, which may have happened with a new coach. “I want to keep up the good work that he [Brad] did,” he said. “We’re building a culture and developing the young talent. We want to keep bringing through the kids, it’s one thing Brad emphasised. “We want the young guys to transition into senior cricket.” As revealed by Star Weekly Weekly, the Roar is moving its top two teams from the Gisborne and District Cricket Association to the VTCA from next season. The move, which was announced earlier this month, has already had a big reaction. Ballinger said he had already had people contact him to discuss coming across to the club. “There’s a lot of excitement, which cricket has been lacking the last few years,” he said. “A lot of adults are ecstatic to play on turf. Some have never played on turf.
“It’s really good for Sunbury and the broader Sunbury community itself, to have somewhere to play on turf.” Roar president Brendan Doyle said Ballinger was a good appointment and understood the direction the club was going. “He’s not only a talented cricketer, but he is a teacher of the game. “He’s proactive in teaching techniques and he knows how to handle the pressure of senior cricket.” Doyle said the club was hoping to announce it’s first women’s coach in the coming weeks. Tara Murray T
Craig Ballinger is the new coach of the Sunbury Cricket Club. (Shawn Smits) 19 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 25, 2019
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