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Copping it sweet

By Caitlin Bewley (3rd Yr Swinburne Uni)

Molly, with owner Sgt Glenn Saw, is a welcome addition to the Bacchus Marsh police station. Photo – Caitlin Bewley

This paw-fect partner in crime may be making national headlines, but the Bacchus Marsh Police Station is where it all began.

Molly is a Golden Retriever dog who has caught the eye of many after her appearance on Channel Nine television last week, but this is no ordinary canine.

The three-year-old is known to frequent the Bacchus Marsh Police Station with owner Sergeant Glenn Saw, who says people just love having her around.

“I started bringing her in [about 12 months’ ago],” Sgt Saw told the Moorabool News.

“She comes in most days I work, so she’s here whenever I am. But she doesn’t come to jobs, we go for walks down the street, but she doesn’t come out on patrol.”

Sgt Saw said Molly likes to say hello to everyone.

“We go down to the Village shopping centre every day and she gets pats from all the kids and the oldies,” he said.

Although she isn’t a trained PTSD dog, Molly is a source of comfort for Sgt Saw who lived through tremendous trauma 14-years ago.

“She’s not a trained as a trauma or assistance dog, but I think it’s just in her nature. She just likes to be around people, so having her around is good.”

Members of the Bacchus Marsh Police station spoke fondly of Molly, telling the Moorabool News they “love coming to work when they know Molly will be there.”

“We made her a little uniform and it kind of gained traction from there. That’s sort of how it all evolved,” Sgt Saw said.

“It wasn’t an official thing, she just comes in. She hasn’t got an official title, but she’s gotten to know everyone. So, when she’s here she just goes around to all the offices and says hello.”

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It’s complicated

By Helen Tatchell Last week the Minister for Planning Richard Wynne announced an Environmental Effects Statement (EES) would be required for the Western Victorian Transmission Network Project, to be conducted by the proponent Mondo.

Whilst politicians welcomed the announcement one local Member says the project has nothing to do with the Victorian State government, despite the State Minister ensuring an EES will take place.

“This isn’t a state government project so I can’t answer some of your questions about the project,” Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle said in an email to a landowner.

“AusNet were appointed by AEMO - the federal energy operator. As your state representative I will continue to put community concerns to the Minister,” she said.

Ms Settle said she has met with many members of the community who are concerned about this project and the EES will provide them with an opportunity to participate in a rigorous and independent process of review.

“It’s critical that we properly assess the impacts, alignment and design alternatives thoroughly, to avoid or minimise effects on the community and environment.”

Member for Melton Steve McGhie said it was his understanding that it is not a requirement for an EES to be mandatory.

“It is up to the Minister to make that decision, and he has made that decision, an EES will be required.” he said.

Mr McGhie said there will be a scope of the EES which will outline the process, criteria and timelines, this will allow landowners and the community to contribute.

“As the media release put out by the Minister says, ‘during its preparation of the EES, Mondo will prepare and implement an EES Consultation Plan. The consultation plan will provide ways for sharing project information with the community and ways for the community to provide feedback to Mondo.’”

Nathan Lidgett is a landowner in Myrniong and his property is in the ‘area of interest’ for the above ground high voltage powerlines.

“This is where it gets complicated. The federal government sits on the AEMO and the state government sit on the AEMO,” he told ABC Ballarat radio.

“The tender was awarded by AEMO, an

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independent organisation but the ownership of that organisation is the State and Federal government and also industry. So, the state government is awarding these contracts to AusNet, who are actually doing the costings for Australian Energy Marketing Organisation (AEMO) and they control the monopoly of the transmission energy networks in Victoria.”

The Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass OBE replied to Mr Lidgett and said she understood there are real concerns with AusNet and powerlines.

“I don’t think my office is going to be able to help you I am afraid; I wish I could as I get a very strong sense of the strength of community feeling here, and what you’re saying if true, certainly would raise some real concerns. If it is federal government, I can’t deal with those (as Victorian Ombudsman),” she said.

A spokesperson for AusNet Services told the Moorabool News projects that meet the criteria provided in the ministerial guidelines are required to be referred under the Environment Effects Act. “We assessed the Western Victoria Transmission Network Project against the criteria and referred the project to the Minister in July,” she said.

“The Minister has determined an EES is required due to the potential impact of the project on a regional and state scale.”

As most major infrastructure projects, particularly projects of this scale, are required to undertake an EES which is why, the spokesperson said, anticipated an EES determination would be made and have been planning for an EES. “Our project timelines have taken an EES process into account and have not been pushed out by the Minister’s decision.”

The COVID virus in aged care facilities around the country and the state is growing and, Moorabool is not immune.

A spokesperson for the Royal Freemasons Aged Care facility told the Moorabool News on Monday 10 August, they received notification from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) on Friday 7 August, that a staff member who last worked more than two weeks ago at Bacchus Marsh, returned a positive coronavirus test recently.

“As instructed by DHHS, we have implemented our outbreak management plan within the home as a precautionary measure. This involves the implementation of PPE including gowns, gloves and masks within the home and residents are being cared for within their rooms,” the spokesperson said.

After residents and staff were all tested, the spokesperson confirmed all resident results have returned negative to coronavirus (COVID-19) however, were still awaiting further test results of staff.

The joy was to be short lived when last Friday a Personal Care Assistant was confirmed to have returned a positive COVID test, after the Moorabool News obtained a letter sent from the Chief Operations Officer of Royal Freemasons to all staff members indicating such.

“Staff that had worked on the same shifts as the positive staff member have been removed from the roster until more detailed contact tracing can be completed,” the letter read.

The spokesperson told the Moorabool News they are waiting on a testing date to be confirmed by DHHS for all employees and residents to be re-tested.

“We will continue to conduct regular tests as per DHHSs recommended guidelines,” they said.

The Department is assisting the facility with the offer of additional staffing, general guidance, education and support.

The letter to employees said they are continuing to monitor residents’ health closely.

“At this time, all residents are well and, none are showing any signs or symptoms consistent with COVID-19. As the situation evolves, we want to reassure you that we are continuing to implement all possible measures to contain any potential spread within the facility, to protect our residents, staff and the wider community.”

Royal Freemasons has already activated its Emergency Management Plan, which includes ensuring there is enough staff on site to manage all infection control interventions and the needs of residents, while supporting frontline care staff.”

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The plan is to stay put

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) The YMCA is hoping they can remain at the Lady Northcote campsite, currently negotiating a 21-year lease extension with the State Government.

The YMCA operates Lady Northcote at Glenmore in the Rowsley Valley, as a school activities camp where kids can go canoeing, yabbying, cook over a campfire and more, though it is currently closed with COVID-19 restrictions in place.

Mal Rogers, who grew up at Lady Northcote, is excited by the prospect of the camp remaining under the YMCA’s management for another 21 years.

“I think the right people are at the helm. When I grew up there, there were 12 houses, four of those are still there.”

The YMCA was contacted for comment but was unable to discuss the lease extension as they are “still waiting for the State Government to sign off on the extension”.

The Lady Northcote campsite, located in Glenmore around 20 minutes’ drive south from Bacchus Marsh, wasn’t always somewhere that school kids could visit for a few days of fun in the bush.

Lady Northcote was originally founded in 1937 as ‘Northcote Children’s Farm’ - a migrant children’s orphanage, with many of the camp’s children being British orphans sent across the world, never to see their parents or homeland.

The site was named after Lady Alice Northcote, wife of former Governor-General of Australia, Lord Harry Northcote. Lady Northcote, who was herself an orphan, left behind part of her estate after her death in 1934 to establish the ‘Northcote Children’s Emigration Fund for Australia’.

Stitches for victim of abuse

By Caitlin Bewley (3rd Yr Swinburne Uni)

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Three-decades of family violence led a woman to throw a glass at her partner’s face, a local court has heard.

A 71-year-old woman, who the Moorabool News has chosen not to name to protect her identity, appeared in Bacchus Marsh Magistrate’s court on Friday 7 August, seeking a Diversion to the matter.

Police Lawyer Paul Thomas told the court an altercation occurred between the accused and her partner (the victim) on Valentine’s Day (February 14) this year.

“At around 10:30pm, the accused walked into the room where her partner was laying in the bed and poured a bucket of water over him.

“Without saying a word, the victim left the room sopping wet,” Mr Thomas said.

At around 2am on February 15, the accused allegedly stood at the end of the victim’s bed with a glass in her hand, Mr Thomas said her intent was intimidation.

“This then resulted in a verbal dispute, with the accused throwing the glass at the victim’s face, leaving a cut above his left eye.”

The court heard the woman panicked and took her partner to the hospital, where the victim was given six stitches and suffered momentary loss of sight.

On February 19, the accused was arrested at the Bacchus Marsh Police Station and released pending summons.

The accused’s lawyer told the court the 71-year-old was the “subject of significant abuse which was under investigation.”

“She has a clean record. It is my submission [her circumstances with] continuous family violence over three decades must be taken into consideration,” the accused’s lawyer said.

Magistrate Bob Kumar adjourned the matter to September 4 for Diversion.

Clarification

By Caitlin Bewley (3rd Yr Swinburne Uni An article published in 11 August 2020 edition of The Moorabool News titled ‘Damaged bins will be replaced’, was not as clear as it could have been.

Queries have surfaced surrounding the replacement of damaged waste bins and who is in charge of paying for damaged bins.

Moorabool Shire Council said, “damaged garbage (red lid) and green waste bins (green lid) that need to be replaced are purchased by the resident, whereas recycling bins (yellow bin) are provided at no cost.”

The Moorabool News apologises for any inconvenience or confusion this may have caused.

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Another threatened species, the Wombat Forest An enjoyable pastime is exploring the great forests and parks in Moorabool and dipping your toes into the Lerderderg River on a hot day, but all that could change if the exploring becomes exploration.

2012/2014 campaign to stop a gold mine in the headwaters of the Lerderderg River and, is very aware of the potential destruction that could be caused by a mine.

Gayle Osborne, convenor of Wombat Forestcare said the potential for gold mines to be established close to rural townships threatens the tranquility of the region and the livelihoods of local businesses that rely on tourism.

The petition has been presented to the Minister for Resources Jaclyn Symes, who is yet to respond to the group.

Over 5,000 people have signed a petition started by No Wombat Gold that called on the State Government to ban all mineral exploration and mining in the Wombat State Forest and, to cease all current exploration activities.

Recently Blackwood locals were alarmed to find that large drilling rigs were extracting samples near Yankee Creek, which feeds into the Heritage listed Lerderderg River, and not far from the local mineral springs.

Currently mineral exploration leases cover the Wombat Forest, with Ms Osborne saying this is causing considerable anxiety to those living in the rural townships in and around the forest.

“The Wombat is such an important refuge for flora and fauna, many of which are threatened with extinction. We need to choose between the protection of iconic species and short-term profits for a few,” she said.

Now, Trentham residents are alarmed that new mining exploration markers have been seen south and east of the town.

Ms Osborne said the Victorian Environmental Assessment Council (VEAC) has recommended a park structure for the Wombat State Forest to protect its environmental values, including many threatened species and the headwaters of six major river systems.

Trentham residents Judy Weatherhead and Trevor Speirs oppose mining in the Wombat State Forest. Photo - Gayle Osborne Resident, Judy Weatherhead, is particularly

concerned the value to their well-being of living close to nature will be destroyed.

“The area is rich in biodiversity, Greater

Gliders inhabit the gullies and Powerful Owls breed nearby,” she said.

“Powerful Owls breed throughout the

Wombat Forest and these magnificent birds are Australia’s largest forest owls. We need to ensure their survival.”

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of Wombat Forestcare and was part of the

“This recent exploration drilling highlights the need to afford the Wombat State Forest protection from all extractive industries, including logging and mining.”

Wombat Forestcare considers it is critical the State Government accept the recommendations before applications are made for mining licenses however, has delayed its decision on the VEAC report’s recommendations.

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Keep cool, register the pool

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) The deadline to have your swimming pool or spa registered, to comply with new State Government law has been extended to November 1.

A Council spokesperson told the Moorabool News that failing to register a pool or spa by the November 1 deadline could incur a fine of $330.44.

Moorabool Shire Council has received around 400 registrations but believes there are more pool and spa owners in the Shire who have not yet registered.

“Our records suggest we have quite a few more pools than that, so we’re really hoping those who haven’t registered do so soon, so they comply with the new State Government regulations.” Manager Statutory Planning and Building Service Rob Fillisch said.

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Relocatable pools that do not have multiple components and do not require assembly, such as small inflatable pools, are not subject to the barrier requirements.

A Council spokesperson told the Moorabool News that it will use aerial imagery program Nearmap to check if properties have pools or spas.

“Council will use aerial photography to cross-check if pools and spas have been registered, along with checking our own permit records for properties that had a building permit for a pool or spa issued at any time in the past,” they said.

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Conviction with one last chance

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A man entered a plea of guilty in the Bacchus Marsh Magistrate’s court after disobeying interlock conditions.

Appearing before Magistrate Bob Kumar on Friday 7 August, the court heard at 2am on January 27, Michael Darcy was intercepted by police travelling north-east on BallanGeelong Road, Ballan.

Darcy, who was driving a yellow Holden Commodore at the time, had interlock conditions set on his licence, which he was failing to abide by.

Due to previous convictions for similar offences, Darcy was required to blow a (zero) 0-blood alcohol reading into his interlock device, which had a requirement to be fitted from 16 November 2018 – 16 November 2021.

The accused was intercepted with police conducting a field interview where Darcy made full admissions to driving without an interlock device.

“I received a letter from Vic Roads which I interpreted, meant I was able to drive again,” Darcy told the court. “I can’t read properly, and I read the letter wrong,” he said.

“Did you know this offence carries a term of imprisonment?” Magistrate Bob Kumar asked Darcy.

“No,” Darcy replied.

“Well, you know it now,” Magistrate Kumar said.

“This is a serious matter, if you find yourself here charged [with this type of offending] again, you’re looking at a term of imprisonment.”

Darcy was convicted and fined $750.

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Writing for their rights

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) Inspired by 16-year-old Annabel Muir’s letter (M/News 4 Aug) to the Prime Minister Scott Morrison, two girls from Myrniong have also penned their own letters asking for the PM’s help in the fight against proposed overhead power lines.

The Myrniong Primary School students wrote their letters as part of the school’s enquiry and sustainability unit.

One of the girls wrote about how much she loved living in a rural area, arguing that overhead powerlines going through her family’s property would ruin their lifestyle.

“Have you heard of the song ‘give me a home among the gum trees’? Well for me that is reality. And you’re willing to destroy my home, my life and my future with big metal power lines,” the 11-year-old wrote.

“It is amazing exploring the wildlife and, all the wonderful animals that call this place home will have to go just like me, if power lines go through.

“So, I am asking are power lines the greatest idea here?” the letter read.

Principal David Garner praised the Year 6 students for their initiative in writing

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The ‘Gate House’ mystery

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) the letters to the leader of the Nation.

“The kids are looking at local issues at the moment, and how you might share the planet, how you balance the need for resources versus nature,” he said.

“The two girls chose to write a persuasive piece each and send it to the Prime Minister, which is quite fabulous.

“A huge focus of ours over the last 12 months or so is around student leadership and them taking action, be-

ing active citizens - so we completely support the kids in doing this sort of stuff.

Especially when one of the girls’ families will be affected by this proposed project if it goes ahead.”

A spokesperson from the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s Office in Canberra told the Moorabool News the Prime Minister, “has a passion for engaging with children” and tries to respond to their letters, “within four to six weeks of receiving them”.

Can you help solve a mystery about a white cottage in Bacchus Marsh?

The home, located at 16 Young Street, was classified on the National Trust Database in 1978, and is often referred to by locals as ‘the Manor House Gate House’.

“But how can this be?” Bacchus Marsh Historical Society asks.

“Captain Bacchus died in 1849…the Manor House land was subdivided in 1856…it is Robert Ealam who is believed to have built the house in 1867.”

If the Manor House land was subdivided 11 years beforehand, and therefore the ‘Gate House’ was built on a different property, why call it the Manor House Gate House?

This conundrum was posted on the Historical Society social media page, with a few locals chipping in comments to try and

solve the mystery.

“The gate was roughly opposite the first Mechanics Institute (now demolished) which was situated in the current car park close to the intersection with Bennett Street.

Therefore, I believe the main entrance to the Manor House is what we call Manor Street today. If White Cottage was a gate-house I can only say one thing - it must have had a BIG gate!” Bruce Carboon posted.

“The original horse stalls were out the back [of Young Street] I remember as a kid.

Was taught that it was the gate house too. I grew up three doors down from the Manor House.” Fran Clancy commented.

Unfortunately, no documents on the house have been provided yet, and the mystery remains.

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Lindsay Arnold and Alan Morton helped in the revealing of contents from the 1976 capsule that included envelopes with letters and postcards and newspapers. Photos – BM Rotary Club

Capsule contents revealed

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) A time capsule buried back in 1976 has been opened and the contents revealed.

Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the opening of the capsule was unable to be attended in-person by the public as the Rotary Club originally planned.

Instead, the Club broadcast the opening live online. Rotary members Lindsay Arnold and Alan Morton, Moorabool Mayor David Edwards, President of the Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club Donna Martin, and marketing and media representative Helen Davies all took part in the online

opening ceremony.

The contents revealed newspapers of the time, 39 envelopes of various sizes with the envelopes containing both personal letters and postcards to individuals, as well as letters to organisations such as Bacchus Marsh Primary School and the Bacchus Marsh Cricket Club.

Cr Edwards spoke of the importance of Rotary to the history and culture of Moorabool.

“I need to congratulate Rotary for the work that they’ve done…many of our small community focus groups do so much, and we’d be such a different place without them,” he said.

“I think the time capsule is just evidence of that history,

Turning up the gas for commerce

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) Works on Gillespies Lane in Ballan have been underway for over six weeks and the completion is expected sooner than later.

The works to widen the Gillespies Lane and Haddon Drive intersection was approved in Councils budget meeting on 15 July. Works will also include kerb and channel and asphalt works.

One of the more significant components of the project is the installation of a highpressure gas pipeline running east-to-west along Gillespies Lane and according to Moorabool Shire Council, is 90 per cent complete. The pipeline will be owned by AusNet and benefit the Industrial Estate businesses and the new CFA training facility.

The works are part of the Ballan Industrial Estate Project and have been partly funded

by Regional Development Victoria.

Michael Ryan, President of Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce, told the Moorabool News he sees access to piped gas as a wholly positive move for Ballan.

“I think it’s an excellent innovation for the industrial estate in Ballan, for lots of reasons,” Mr Ryan said.

“It should give some guarantee of supply safely, because one of the issues with bottled

gas is the physicality of moving it, they do have safety issues. I do think any industrial estate that’s serious about looking after existing tenants, and attracting new tenants, needs access to piped gas.

“If businesses are inclined to stay in Ballan or come to Ballan, clearly there’s an impact for the town in that they’ll be buying things here, employing people here…it should have an ongoing positive impact.

“I think it’s a great outcome for Ballan and the district generally,” he said.

Cr Paul Tatchell represents the Central Ward and said the works were long overdue.

“The expansion of the gas line is a critical piece of infrastructure and will dramatically reduce costs; it also falls in line with expanding local jobs capacity by providing a resource to expand the industrial estate,” Mr Tatchell said.

“The roadworks has been on the ‘to do list’ for a long time … the southern side of Ballan was long overdue for attention.”

Re-sheeting and sealed works will also be completed along Gillespies Lane from Old Geelong Road to Dehnolms Road.

Council has contributed $350,000 and funding from Regional Development Victoria totalled $450,000 and the improvements are expected to be completed between late August and early September.

and how our community groups do an enormous amount of work, whether it be Rotary, the Lions Club…whether it be our Heritage Advisory Committees. They’re such an important fabric of our culture within Moorabool, and Bacchus Marsh in particular.

“It’s super important that we look back and acknowledge where we came from.”

Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club President Donna Martin said the Club will bury another capsule “within the next ten months…in conjunction with Rotary turning 100”.

The opening of the capsule was held on Wednesday 12 August, coinciding with the 65th anniversary of Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club’s founding.

Bird flu strikes again Move over COVID, a second strain of avian influenza virus is in Victoria and the message from Agriculture Victoria is to prevent wild birds from getting into poultry sheds and coops.

As reported last week in the Moorabool News (11 August), the H7N7 Avian Influenza had been detected in two Golden Plains Shire poultry properties. It has now also been detected with turkeys at a property within the existing Restricted Area at Lethbridge, and another near Bairnsdale, testing positive to low pathogenic H5N2 avian influenza virus.

Agriculture Victoria said low pathogenic avian influenza has a much lower effect on poultry than high pathogenic avian influenza, but both affect chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, quail, pheasants and ostriches. Many species of wild birds, including waterfowl and seabirds, can also carry the virus without any symptoms.

“This low pathogenic H5N2 was detected in a turkey flock within the recently established Lethbridge Restricted Area where poultry premises are being tested. Biosecurity officers then linked this premises with another poultry premises near Bairnsdale, where testing also found low pathogenic H5N2,” Victoria’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Graeme Cooke said.

For the next 30-days, from 7 August, Agriculture Victoria is asking all poultry

keepers – even those with just two or three chickens or birds, they are required by law to keep their birds housed in the Golden Plains Shire Council.

“Where possible, move birds into a suitable building, like a shed or outbuilding adapted to house them, or a new temporary structure,” they said in a statement.

“Put netting over openings to stop wild birds getting in. If you cannot keep your birds housed, you must take other steps to separate your poultry and their food and drink away from wild birds.”

The Victorian Department of Health and Human Services confirmed that neither viruses are a risk to the public, as these strains rarely affect humans unless there is direct and close contact with sick birds.

There are no food safety issues identified – properly cooked poultry meat and eggs are safe to eat.

Dr Cooke said as a precaution movement controls have been put in place and both affected properties have been placed under quarantine.

Golden Plains Shire borders the Moorabool Shire to the southwest.

Agriculture Victoria is encouraging residents to report any sick or dead birds in Golden Plains Shire to the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.

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Aged care heroes recognised

By Lachlan Ellis (3rd Yr Deakin Uni) It was Aged Care Employee Day last week, and residents at Ballan District Health & Care spent the day creating artwork to thank their carer’s.

The COVID-19 pandemic has put new responsibilities on the shoulders of those that look after the elderly – responsibilities that are particularly important given how vulnerable older people are to the virus.

Aged care workers across the country have had to make changes to protect residents and patients, and BDHC staff are no exception.

Cleaners have taken extra shifts to disinfect surfaces on a more frequent basis, and the reception team perform temperature checks on all visitors and clients.

Chefs, cooks and hospitality staff are still hard at work cooking and serving the delicious nutritious meals.

Healthcare teams, from doctors and nurses, to allied health and personal care staff, have put a new focus on telehealth, advising and consulting residents over the phone to limit face-to-face contact.

BDHC staff have also organised activities to keep the aged care residents having fun. Residents can do puzzles, craft, play darts and take part in small group activities with social distancing, such as knitting. Some residents are selling

knitted scarves, beanies and mittens to staff, with the money going into the Lifestyle and Activities Program for the residents to decide what activities to spend it on.

A spokesperson told the Moorabool News the health and happiness of residents were BDHCs top priorities.

“It’s vital to ensure we maintain the mental and physical health and wellbeing of our residents at this time. We’ve maintained as many of our regular activities as we can and have implemented some new ones,” the spokesperson said.

“We are ensuring residents maintain contact with loved ones via phone and electronic devices. Our care team members are always available and happy to assist with setting up and connecting phone calls, Skype and FaceTime.

“We appreciate the support and cooperation from our local community at this challenging time.”

Photos – BDH&C

Moorabool Shire Council COUNCIL MEETING The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 2 September 2020, at 6.00pm at the Darley Civic and Community Hub, Pavilion Room, 182 Halletts Way Darley.

In accordance with s. 395 of the COVID-19 Omnibus (Emergency Measures) Bill 2020, this meeting will not be available for public attendance, however, will be streamed live via accessing the Council Internet site.

Any person wishing to address Council in relation to an item listed on the Agenda, may do so in writing through the Public Question Time process.

Information on how to access a livestream of the meeting will be available in the news section of our website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL A Special Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 26 August 2020, commencing at 6.00pm.

Business to be conducted at the meeting: 1. Governance Rules 2. Establishment of the Audit and Risk Advisory Committee 3. Delegated Committees 4. Delegations from Council to Members of Council Staff 5. Further Business as resolved by Council In accordance with s. 395 of the COVID-19 Omnibus (Emergency Measures) Bill 2020, this meeting will not be available for public attendance, however, will be streamed live via accessing the Council’s website.

HAVE YOUR SAY: BLACKWOOD AND GREENDALE TOWNSHIP IMPROVEMENT PLANS Council is developing Township Improvement Plans for small towns across the Shire, and will be holding community consultation to explore opportunities for township improvements in both Blackwood and Greendale.

The Blackwood Township Improvement Plan and the Greendale Township Improvement Plan will review and guide: • Street tree plantings • General amenity improvement and landscaping (e.g. roundabouts, civic garden beds) • Street furniture (e.g. seating, bike hoops) • Paths and connections.

Community consultation will run online for 4 weeks from 18 August.You can have your say at: https://moorabool.engagementhub.com.au or phone 5366 7100.

The results of the consultation will help guide future upgrades and spending within the towns.

TENDER Council invites tenders for the following contract: Tender Number Tender Description C12-2020/2021 Franklin Street, Bacchus Marsh - Upgrade Tender documents and full details of this notice will be available on Saturday 15 August 2020 at www.tenderlink.com/moorabool

PET REGISTRATIONS Help us get your furry friend home safely. If you haven’t renewed your pet’s registration and are experiencing financial hardship, we have options available to help: https://bit.ly/33UwnbZ, phone 5366 7100 or email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au.

SERVICE UPDATE For an up-to-date list of Council services that are opened, closed or operating differently, please refer to our website: https://www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/emergency

Moorabool Shire Council: PO Box 18, Ballan VIC 3342 Telephone: 03 5366 7100 Facsimile: 03 5368 1757 CEO: Derek Madden Email: info@moorabool.vic.gov.au Web: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Facebook: Moorabool Shire Council Twitter: @mooraboolshire

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Community Newsletter Winter 2020

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elcome to our new look Moorabool Matters, produced quarterly by Moorabool Shire Council.

In this edition, read about Council’s newly adopted 2020/21 Budget, which includes more than $38-million in capital works, delivering fantastic projects for our region. The Budget includes plans for the next stage of the Moorabool Regional Sports Hub. Currently, work is nearing completion on the sports pavilion (pictured), which will include four change rooms, two umpires’ rooms, public toilets and a canteen.

With the approval of the Budget, Council will go out to tender in the next few months for several projects at the site, including landscaping works, cricket net construction, park furniture, camp-draft fencing and a playground.

This entire site is an extremely important project for Council, for Moorabool and for the entire region.

When completed, the site will be able to be used for state, national and international competitions in several sports, including BMX and horse events. It will also be used widely at a local level for soccer, cricket, Aussie Rules football and passive recreation.

With the current unprecedented times of the global COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Council Budget offers relief for residents most affected by the pandemic.

You can read more about this inside, in our detailed summary of the Budget.

We hope you enjoy the revamped Moorabool Matters, now delivered to you quarterly via The Moorabool News newspaper.

www.moorabool.vic.gov.au

MESSAGES

MAYOR’S MESSAGE Hello, and welcome to our new-look Moorabool Matters. We have a new design and a new distribution method, but you’ll still receive all the latest, up-to-date Council information and news.

What a few months it has been since our last Moorabool Matters.

In these unprecedented times of a global pandemic, I’d like to thank every Moorabool resident and those who work in our Shire, who have followed the rules set out by all levels of Government. To keep up to date with changes to Council services during this time, please refer to our website.

Last month, we approved our 2020-21 Council Budget. Producing a Budget at any time is an arduous task – during a global pandemic, it created a new set of challenges. I think we have struck the balance between investing in the Shire’s growth through our capital works program and providing financial relief for those who need it most at this time. You can read further details on the Budget inside.

In conjunction with the budgeted $38-million capital works spend, we have launched MooraBuild – a promotion of all our Infrastructure spend. Some of the big projects this financial year include works on parks and recreation reserves in our smaller towns, Bacchus Marsh Indoor Rec Facility, stage 2 of Bacchus Marsh Regional Sports Hub, Ballan Civic Centre and Bald Hill 1000+ Steps design work.

Are you new to Moorabool Shire? If so, and you haven’t received our New Residents kit yet, have a look at our website: https:// www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/residents/house-and-property/newresidents where you will find information on all our services and discover fantastic places to visit and fun things to do right here in our Shire.

Please take care of yourselves and each other during this time, and I hope you enjoy this edition of Moorabool Matters.

David Edwards, Mayor

COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS Principal Office: 15 Stead Street, Ballan Bacchus Marsh Service Centre: 182 Halletts Way, Darley Lerderderg Library: 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Postal Address: PO Box 18, Ballan VIC 3342 (03) 5366 7100 info@moorabool.vic.gov.au www.moorabool.vic.gov.au

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Adopted 2020/21 Annual Budget Key Budget Numbers Explained Moorabool Shire Council is pleased to present a budget that provides targeted relief for those who need it most during these unprecedented times.

COVID-19 is posing an enormous challenge to communities around the world and we will not have a full understanding of these impacts or many months. Strong financial management and good governance practices will enable us to respond fairly and effectively to this rapidly changing situation.

Moorabool Shire Council is investing $38 million in new projects and works for the 2020-21 year to ensure we have the best infrastructure in place to help cater for our growing community.

As part of the 2020/21 Budget, we will put in place a targeted approach to recovery to provide support to those most impacted by the pandemic.

To-date Council has put steps in place, including:

MooraBuild puts locals first by investing in local roads, footpaths, bridges, park reserves, recreation facilities and open space so you can have healthier lifestyles. Importantly, Council’s MooraBuild program will help us to create jobs and boost economic growth in the wake of COVID-19. With our population tipped to double over the next 20 years, Council is forward planning and investing in large community building infrastructure projects.

• Extending 2019/20 rate payments to 30 September 2020 with no interest charged on debt accumulated during the pandemic • Waiving rent/ground hire fees till 30 September 2020 for all occupiers of Council buildings and facilities that have been required to close • Implementing a specific COVID-19 Financial Hardship Policy to provide financial relief to residents and businesses who need it the most • Waiving rent until 30 September 2020 for businesses occupying Council buildings and facilities that have been required to close • Paying local suppliers weekly to improve business cash flow • Developing a buy local campaign supporting hospitality businesses • A 12-month extension of expiry dates for septic and planning permits at no cost till 30 September 2020 due to financial hardship

About the program

We look forward to working with you in the community to deliver these exciting projects throughout the coming year. Find out which projects are underway, and which are in the pipeline here: https://www.moorabool. vic.gov.au/moorabuild-projects-and-works

For the 2020/21 Annual Budget, rate increases have been capped at 2.00% in line with the Victorian Government’s Fair Go Rates System and Council is committed to allocating an amount at least equivalent to the revenue generated from a 2.00% rate increase to help those in the community most impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Despite the financial challenge this poses, Council is determined to maintain and enhance its services, while working within the cap. Council is also determined in its efforts to keep financial pressure on the community to a minimum.

We Listen, We Plan, We Build

Council is also investing heavily in capital works to help generate jobs in our local community (see following pages).

Concept picture of Bald Hill 1000+ Steps project

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BUDGET

Our Shire is experiencing rapid population growth and our capital works program has been developed to meet community infrastructure needs now and into the future. In 2020/21 Council is investing in several new initiatives and is allocating additional funds to renew existing infrastructure.

Key projects include: • Moorabool Indoor Sports and Recreation Centre($3.850 million) • Darley Park Recreation Reserve Pavilion ($3.750 million) -subject to a $2.5 million grant application • Ballan Recreation Reserve Pavilion ($3.250 million) • Yendon-Lal Lal Road, Lal Lal - Rehabilitation ($0.897 million) • West Maddingley Early Years Facility ($0.848 million) • Yendon-Egerton Road, Mount Egerton - Rehabilitation ($0.693 million) • Dunnstown Recreation Reserve - Female Friendly Facilities Grant ($0.599 million) • Mill Park, Ballan - Community Facilities Grant ($0.506 million) • Moorabool Regional Sports Hub-Design of Stage 2 ($0.550 million) • Franklin and Labilliere Streets, Maddingley - Upgrade ($0.485 million) • Bald Hill - 1,000+ steps - Design & Construction ($0.375 million) • Gillespies Lane, Ballan - Rehabilitation & widening ($0.319 million) • Ballan Civic Centre - Renovation of existing buildings and facilities ($0.297 million) • McCarthys Road, Navigators - Resheet and seal, intersection improvements ($0.251 million) • Darley Park Recreation Reserve - Playground renewal ($0.181 million)

Investing in Our Future

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Moorabool Aquatics & Recreation Complex

The capital works program for 2020/21 totals $38.216 million and includes $7.903 million in works carried forward from 2019/20. New works for 2020/21 total $30.313 million with, $17.954 million coming from Council operations and $10.012 million from external grants and contributions. Some $1.6 million will be funded by new borrowings. Council acknowledges the valuable contribution of State and Federal Government grants in our capital works and service delivery programs.

For further information of the capital program please refer to section 4.5 of the Adopted Budget which is available on the Council website.

In addition to the planned Capital Works Program, the Budget provides $924,000 to fund new initiatives to improve our service delivery, help to stimulate economic activity and better maintain our sealed and unsealed roads.

This includes: • A Learning & Development Specialist -($0.082 million net cost) • Council Hosted Major Business Events -($0.015 million net cost) • A Gateway Strategy for town entrances -($0.060 million net cost) • Updating the Economic Development Strategy -($0.050 million net cost) • Extra funds for the Sealed Roads Maintenance Program-($0.050 million net cost) • Extra funds for the Unsealed Roads Maintenance Program -($0.048 million net cost) • Extra funds for the Playground Maintenance Program-($0.040 million net cost) • Extra funds for the Footpath Maintenance Program -($0.040 million net cost) • Review of the Moorabool Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy - ($0.040 million net cost) • A Landscape Architect - Subdivisions -($0.039 million net cost) • Increased funds for the Road Line Marking Program - ($0.030 million net cost) • Youth Strategy - Delivery of Teen/Youth Mental Health Program-($0.005 million net cost) • Efficiency Improvements in Customer Service-($0.176 million net cost) Council looks forward to working with you in the community to deliver these exciting projects throughout the coming year.

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BUDGET

%

In 2020/21, we will spend over $56 million on delivering our services. The following shows the summary on income and expenditure.

BREAKDOWN OF INCOME Other income 1.4%

Interest received 0.7%

Grants - capital 12.7%

Rates and charges 49% Grants - operating 13.2%

Contributions - nonmonetary assets 10% Contributions - monetary 7.3%

Statutory fees and fines 1.6% User fees 4.1%,

%

BREAKDOWN OF EXPENDITURE Local Laws, Fire Prevention & Emergency Services 3.6%

Capital Projects 50.3%

Parks and Recreation 7.3%

Arts, Culture &‌

Planning and Building 5.6% Waste and Environment 10.0%

Property and Facilities 2.1% Aged Services 5.7%

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Infrastructure Maintenance 7.3%

Family and Health Services 4.4%

BUDGET

Property and Facilities

Capital Projects

Waste and Environment

$50.26

$2.09 Local Laws, Fire Prevention and Emergency Management

$9.98 Parks and Recreation

Moorabool Shire delivers a variety of services to the local community. For every $100 of overall expenditure, Council spends the following on each type of service:

$3.56

Arts, Culture and Library Services

$7.32

Infrastructure Maintenance

$3.73

$7.31

Aged Services

Family and Health Services

$4.38

$5.73

Planning and Building Services

$5.64

Council advocates for vital infrastructure Council advocates on behalf of our community for vital infrastructure projects that require additional funding and/or policy support.

It is an exciting time to be part of Moorabool Shire. With an increasing population set to double in the next 20 years, it is vital that we deliver infrastructure, facilities and services to support this period of growth.

Council encourages State and Federal governments to partner with us so together we can deliver best practice infrastructure to a progressive community.

Projects that Council is currently advocating for include: • Moorabool Aquatics and Recreation Complex (M.A.R.C) • Moorabool Regional Sports Hub (at Racecourse Reserve, Bacchus Marsh) • Darley Park Recreation Reserve Pavilion • Ballan Library upgrade • Reticulated sewer for Bungaree and Wallace To find out more about Council’s advocacy activities visit www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/my-council/advocacy

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WARD NEWS

Cr Tom Sullivan Sportsground lighting Recreation reserves in West Moorabool Ward have benefited from a significant investment form Council, the State Government and football and netball club contributions to have new state-of-the-art lighting.

Bungaree, Dunnstown and Wallace (along with Gordon in Woodland ward) have all had four new 30-metre light towers installed at their recreation reserves. Bungaree and Dunnstown lighting systems have been upgraded to 150 lux, and Gordon and Wallace have been upgraded to 100 lux.

The grounds are predominantly used by the football clubs in winter and cricket clubs in summer, and the players at these clubs had been training at nights under pretty poor lighting conditions.

The lighting levels were non-uniform across the playing surfaces which impacted on player safety, and there was ground deterioration on the parts of the ovals that were adequately lit.

These new light towers will light up the whole oval, providing a safer and bigger space for training and playing.

Another great imitative in my ward is the tree planting and beautification works in Bungaree and Dunnstown as part of the Small Towns Improvement plans. The avenue of trees planted in both these towns adds to the amenity and creates a fantastic sense of place.

Cr Lawry Borgelt Blackwood and Greendale Small Towns Renewal Projects We have just started consultation of two important projects in Woodlands ward – the Blackwood Small Towns Renewal Project and the Greendale Small Towns Renewal Project.

We’re asking the community what they’d like to see done to improve both these small towns, and will be gathering data through a program called Social Pinpoint, which gives residents a chance to place a pin on an online map and give us their feedback and rate other feedback. This is part of councils’ efforts to increase community engagement by streamlining the consultation process while making less daunting to residents.

Details on how to access this so you can have your say, are on our website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au We’re reviewing aspects of the towns such as trees, street furniture, footpaths and landscaping. Once we’ve received your feedback, I look forward to plans being put in place to see improvements come to fruition.

Woodlands Ward Councillors:1

East Moorabool Ward Councillors:4

West Moorabool Ward Councillors:1

Central Moorabool Ward Councillors:1

Cr Paul Tatchell Transmission lines I’d like to ensure our community that we are working very hard on trying to stop the proposal by AusNet to build 180km of overhead transmission lines to take power from the wind farms to Melbourne.

Our submission against this project details how negatively this will impact our Shire and asks for the powerlines to be put underground. Surely in the 21st century in a first-world country, we should be looking at long-term sustainable solutions for transmission lines and this is definitely underground.

This will have the least impact on our residents, our existing landscape, the natural environment, farming activities, our towns and the growth projected for the Shire.

We are running a campaign “Truly green would mean unseen” and will continue to keep working right alongside the community to push for undergrounding of the powerlines.

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Cr John Keogh Bacchus Marsh Regional Sports Hub

I’m very happy to report that work is back on schedule after rain delays, at the Bacchus Marsh Regional Sports Hub site in Maddingley.

Work is currently progressing on the sports pavilion, which will house changerooms, umpires’ rooms and a canteen. It’s looking terrific and I’m sure the user groups of the site can’t wait to start using it.

The redevelopment of the Moorabool Regional Sports Hub at Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve is one of the biggest projects Council has been involved in. The BMX track was finished early this year and has already hosted several events. From all reports, the track is tremendous, with feedback from riders very positive.

The next stages of works include landscaping and a playground, which will really help the area take shape and look fantastic. Follow our Facebook page or check our website for progress pictures at each stage as we deliver this much-needed project for Moorabool.

I’m also delighted three initiatives I put forward have been actioned: • An upgrade to Lidgett St Reserve • Median strip improvements and tree planting on Grey St • The employment of an arts officer to Council.

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Mayor Cr David Edwards MBC It’s been a huge year in Bacchus Marsh for Council and the community. We’re seeing great progress on several projects Council has initiated, such as Bacchus Marsh Regional Sports Hub at Racecourse Reserve, and the start of design work on the Bald Hill 1000+ steps project.

Council is continuing to push the State Government and Maddingley Brown Coal to be open and transparent with the community around MBC’s application to receive contaminated soil from the West Gate Tunnel project.

Throughout this ongoing saga, since MBC was first touted as a facility to receive the contaminated soil, Council has continually asked for our community to be consulted and for Council to have a say in the process.

Council officers are working with a legal team each step of the process, and we will keep the community informed of any updates as they happen.

Cr Jarrod Bingham All-access ramps I am a big advocate for promoting all-abilities facilities and services in our Shire and creating opportunities for increased participation and inclusion in community activities.

So, I was very pleased to see Council had purchased a range of portable lightweight ramps to lend to local businesses free of charge, to help those who use wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams access more shops and businesses.

This is great for businesses as well as people who will use the ramps, as it means those who need it are not going out of the Shire to access particular businesses or shops.

Our focus on access for everyone is so important.

I’m also happy to see that Council has ordered and is waiting to receive a set of six portable receivers and a transmitter which can be made available for people who are hard of hearing to use at meetings such as Council Meetings and other public meetings.

Cr Tonia Dudzik Darley Park Pavilion There are some really great projects planned for Bacchus Marsh this financial year. One that I am very excited about is the Darley Park Pavilion redevelopment.

Plans for the Darley Park Community and Sports Centre project incorporate the development of the accessible pavilion with female friendly changerooms, three multipurpose community spaces, office space, kitchen and social amenities.

Darley Park currently hosts three of the largest sporting clubs in the Shire (Darley Football Netball Club, Darley Junior Football Netball Club and Darley Cricket Club), as well as several other community groups who regular use the facility and would benefit from this upgrade.

Council has applied for a $2.5 million State Government grant under the Growing Suburbs Fund, which we should find out about this month. Council has committed $1-million in its 2020/21 Budget and Darley Park tenant clubs will contribute $250,000, so being successful for the State Government funding would be fantastic to see this project come to fruition.

Go Devils!

WASTE

A Binconvenient Truth We have a bit of work to do when it comes to getting it right on bin night.

On a quarterly basis, the facility that receives our recyclables does some detective work to find out how we can improve our recycling.

Two samples of recyclables were recently taken from the recycling truck and sorted into respective material types and then weighed and now the results are in.

The audit revealed that 30% of material placed in the recycling bin was the wrong material – known as ‘contamination’. Common contaminant items observed were bags of garbage, clothing, recycling in plastic bags, nappies, soft plastic wrappers and plastic bags. Over the course of a year – this means the average household is putting out eight bins full of waste in their recycling bin.

Transfer Stations

Drop off Recyclables for FREE Now that many of us are spending more time around the house, we’ve probably done a bit of home improvement, or made some purchases and now have lots of cardboard boxes taking over the garage. Did you know that kerbside recyclables (paper, cardboard, glass bottles/jars, steel, aluminium and hard plastic packaging) and electronic waste can be dropped off at any of our three Transfer Stations for free recycling?

Transfer Stations are facilities designed to recover valuable materials and to help us use landfill as a last resort.

Think about how you can save time and effort by sorting your load before you visit. Keep recyclables separate from any other materials you may be dropping off and make sure you’ve covered your trailer so nothing flies off!

Figure 1 Representation of a households average annual recycling - red bins showing the amount of contamination

These items cause problems at the sorting facility – they get tangled in machinery and are hazardous to the people working on the sorting line.

The higher the rate of contamination – the more likely the entire load will be sent to landfill and lost forever.

The good news is a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. Our yellowlidded recycling bins have a very strict diet and only accept: • Hard plastic bottles and containers (numbered 1-5) • Aluminium cans and foil (scrunched into a large ball) • Steel cans (including empty aerosol cans) • Glass bottles and jars • Cardboard (not waxed) and paper

Locations: Bacchus Marsh Osborne Street, Bacchus Marsh Open Friday to Monday 10:00am to 4:00pm Ballan Monteville Lane, Ballan Open Wednesday to Monday 1:00pm to 5:00pm Mount Egerton Ballan-Egerton Road, Mount Egerton Open: Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm to 5:00pm

It’s important to recycle right – it ensures our recycling service charges remain reasonable and valuable resources are kept in circulation.

Remember: if in doubt leave it out!

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COMMUNITY

Maximise Your Business The outbreak of COVID-19 is causing unprecedented disruption for many local businesses across a wide range of industries. Industry councils and associations are providing free online courses, memberships and practical information to help you maximise your business.

Online training • Get practical help with free online courses, live and on-demand events. A list of valuable workshops exploring starting your business, building resilience, marketing, finance, taking your business online and business planning can be found on Councils website.

Tourism is everybody’s business • Council are pleased to present Shire businesses with two free opportunities to help your business maximise visibility with travellers.

Support packages and grants • Businesses are encouraged to explore the many support packages and grants available as a result of the loss due to COVID-19.

• Moorabools Grant Hub has a capture of the many grants available • Victorian Government Business Support Fund – Expansion Council’s Economic Development Team are here to support small businesses during this time. phone: (03) 5366 7100 email: business@moorabool.vic.gov.au website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/information-businesses-duringcoronavirus facebook: Search Business Growth & Innovation - Moorabool Shire mailing list: send an email to business@moorabool.vic.gov.au to be added to the distribution.

Calling all existing or aspiring producers! Take part in the Moorabool Shire Producers Survey Council’s Economic Development Team supports local business, job creation, investment and economic growth. Agriculture is synonymous with the identity of Moorabool Shire, contributing up to $300 million in output per annum. To support local agriculture, we would like to learn more about your existing or aspiring agribusiness.

Those who complete the survey will be entered in to a random prize draw with the chance to win a video production package for your business valued at $990. The prize will be drawn on Friday 11 September and the winner contacted via email.

This survey is being conducted by Council’s Economic Development team with the intent: • To increase our knowledge of the diversity of local agribusiness across Moorabool Shire • To identify collaborative opportunities • To promote the variety of food, beverage, flower or fibre production within the Shire • To share the history and stories of farming families, as well as newcomers • To assist business expansion and innovation opportunities • To explore agritourism opportunities including farmgate sales • To pinpoint other areas of interest that could deliver additional value for our producers.

• To create a database of producers so we can share news, grants and opportunities To complete the survey, go to: https://moorabool.me/producers_survey by 11 September.

For additional information about the survey, please email business@moorabool.vic.gov.au or call 5366 7100 and ask for the Senior Economic Development Officer.

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Make use of Our Heritage Advisory Service Moorabool Shire Council offers a free expert heritage advisory service for property owners with an existing or proposed heritage overlay on their property.

The service is provided by Council’s Heritage Advisor, Annabel Neylon.

Annabel is a highly experienced heritage professional, with more than 15 years industry experience in strategic and statutory heritage advisory services to Councils and State Government agencies across Victoria.

Council’s heritage adviser is also a member of the Moorabool Heritage Advisory Committee.

Council’s heritage adviser can assist and provide advice on a range of heritage matters, including; • Pre-application advice for planning permit applications • Changes to an existing heritage building including additions, alterations and repair works.

• The colours, design, materials and finishes of a building • Resources, including builders and tradespeople, and conservation/ restoration techniques and materials • Identification and management of Heritage trees • Education and advice on general heritage issues For all enquiries regarding the Heritage Advisory Service please email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au or call 5366 7100.

COMMUNITY

Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour wins ‘TREE OF THE YEAR’

The 281 elms that make up the Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour have collectively been named the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) 2020 Victorian Tree of the Year. The competition generated a large number of votes, with many sharing their memories and stories of the Avenue. The annual Victorian Tree of the Year contest aims to raise awareness for the conservation of Victoria’s natural heritage and the benefits that significant trees can provide.

The Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour was planted in 1918, is the second largest Avenue of Honour in Victoria and is listed in the Victorian Heritage Register. The Avenue of Honour is a living memorial to the local residents who served in World War I.

Election Candidate Information Workshops Are you interested in nominating as a candidate in this year’s Council Elections? If so, Council is hosting an online Victorian Local Government Association Candidate Information Workshop, on Thursday 3 September 2020. The three-hour workshop will be held online due to COVID-29 restrictions.

The workshop will take a holistic approach to building community leadership capacity and informing community members about the business of local government. It will cover key considerations for candidates, including developing a policy platform, connecting with community and campaigning techniques. Further to this, the fundamentals of local government are addressed with a comprehensive overview of the business of local government, the roles of Councils and Councillors, and the electoral system being provided.

Council Elections workshop

Details on how to access this workshop online will advertised on our corporate Facebook page and our website closer to the date.

For further information on these workshops, please call the Governance Department on 5366 7100.

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COUNCIL MEETINGS

EAST MOORABOOL WARD Cr David Edwards MAYOR Phone: 0435 326 370 Email: dedwards@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Refer to Council’s website for a full list of 2020 Council meeting dates and times: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Ordinary Meetings of Council dates:

DATE CENTRAL WARD Cr Paul Tatchell Phone: 0407 108 025 Email: ptatchell@moorabool.vic.gov.au

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EAST MOORABOOL WARD Cr John Keogh Phone: 0437 188 261 Email: jkeogh@moorabool.vic.gov.au

2 December 2020

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IMPORTANT NOTES TO READERS Moorabool Matters is Moorabool Shire Council’s official community newsletter, promoting events, activities, projects and issues in our Shire.

This publication is part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improve communication and consultation with residents.

It is published four times a year and delivered to residents through The Moorabool News newspaper.

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A Bacchus Marsh real estate agency has taken out first prize at the First National State awards against 80 other offices in Victoria and Tasmania.

Despite COVID restrictions, First National Rayner was awarded the Number One Sales Office at their online awards ceremony in June.

Director Marcus Rayner told the Moorabool News the team’s win was an unbelievable result for the Bacchus Marsh office.

“We were up against around 80 other offices, many with bigger teams and/or higher median prices [which leads to higher commissions].

“As well as number one sales office, our Property Management team placed in the top ten in the state for the first time.

Again, competing against much larger departments,” Mr Rayner said.

The team at First National Rayner watched the awards ceremony via an Instagram live cross, an event which is usually a black-tie event held at the Hyatt Hotel.

Individual prizes were also won by Harriet Bevan, Ebony Hanson, Marcus Rayner, Adam Tucci, Mark Dudley, Jason Handrek and Melonie Winch.

“We aren’t the only agency in town, and without the residents of the Shire selecting us to sell what, in most cases, is their most valuable asset, we wouldn’t be considered for this award,” Mr Rayner said.

“I honestly believe, as a busines owner, I have been blessed with the best staff in the business.

“It is an absolute joy coming to work with our crew and I wouldn’t swap them for the world,” Mr Rayner said.

Perspective

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By Caitlin Bewley (3rd Yr Swinburne Uni)

COVID-19 has seen the cancellation of many events during lockdown restrictions, and now Bacchus Marsh’s Flower and Garden Show has been added to the list.

Karen Mather, Chair of the Flower and Garden show committee, told the Moorabool News that due to COVID-19 and issues surrounding the pandemic, the show was cancelled until next year.

“We are unable to predict what the situation will be in October, the possible health risks to our committee, volunteers and visitors,” Ms Mathers said.

“Even if we were to organise the show,

we still do not know if the government restrictions would allow it to proceed,” she said.

The Bacchus Marsh Flower and Garden show sees over 1000 visitors attend the event, which usually runs over the last weekend of October.

The show, which broadcasts the town’s businesses and agriculture, was derived from a woman’s objective to bring an Aquatic Centre to the town.

Ms Maher said disappointment has been shown from their regular visitors and exhibitors.

“We plan to return in 2021, this virus permitting, although no dates have been confirmed as yet.”

with Paul Tatchell

Do we really need all this government?

When the JobKeeper figures were released this week for May, there were no real surprises. There is no doubt this COVID-19 thing is landing some serious punches on the Australian economy.

The pollies are ducking and weaving like punch drunk prize fighters as the realities of spending more than you earn continue to jab away at the people’s credit card. The day of fiscal reckoning can’t be shuffled away with fancy footwork, and it is inevitable that there will be a not so soft landing on the public canvas.

Governments at all levels may be able to muddy the waters in the short term, but as the silt falls to the bottom and the waters become clearer, there will be a lot of questions to be asked on who really took the biggest hits, and who ducked the hay-makers dished out by the pandemic.

On the local front, the pre-winter JobKeeper figures see Moorabool sitting on 34.98 per cent of businesses claiming the subsidy.

That may appear acceptable considering the circumstances, but when you consider 60 per cent of the workforce works outside of the Shire, the muddied waters are anything but clear.

Something yet to be considered are the businesses that aren’t claiming JobKeeper; using both their cash resources and balance sheet to ride out the storm. The knock on effect will be in carried forward losses and

a massive downturn in revenue for the Tax Office, both in GST and Income Tax. The governments at all levels are standing under a broken umbrella in a perfect storm; reduced revenue combined with increased expenditure is not an ideal business model, and it can’t be just swept under the carpet in the form of debt.

Government is a hungry beast with an insatiable appetite of around $500-billion a year to function, and that’s just the Feds.

The States share about $80-billion in GST revenue, then raise that again predominantly through property and payroll taxes. Local Government collects around $19-billion from the ratepayer and spends about $38-billion.

When it comes to employment government represents 16 per cent of this country’s workforce, or in round terms about 2-million people; most employed by the States at 1.53 million, the balance between the Commonwealth and Local Government.

With the real unemployment figures being muddied by JobKeeper, currently showing 7.4 per cent but in reality closer to 13 per cent, it’s reasonable to make comparisons of jobs lost in the private sector versus Government, and even more reasonable to question what the three levels of Government have done to reduce their own liability impact on the great unwashed.

The argument that by keeping all of the public sector employed is a form of stimulus

that wears thin when you consider who pays for it, based on productivity. It has to be remembered that Government is a liability in terms of revenue and all of the stimulus in the world won’t change that.

It’s a relatively simple equation Governments don’t produce revenue, they absorb it. If you don’t stimulate the thing that pays for it, debt is inevitable.

The real economic fallout of this Pandemic is a long way from realised, but it is the perfect time to evaluate the three tiers of Government in terms of productivity and cost. There is no doubt every business in Australia is going through that exact process in these difficult times.

This is not about slashing the public sector, it’s about questioning the three-level tax invasion on the people, and whether they are getting value for their hard-earned cash. Triplicating services is inefficient and extremely expensive, add Party politics and marginal seating to the equation and you simply get the haves and have nots.

Any illusion that politicians have a true understanding of what’s happening in the real world can be disregarded when in the heart of the pandemic, the Victorian State Government issue a public sector pay rise. Surely someone mentioned “lead by example” in dispatches.

The argument is not about the pay rise, just the total disregard for the economic

downturn and who pays for it. The fact is Governments at all levels seem totally oblivious to the financial implications of the pandemic; words and actions appear to be lost in translation.

This pandemic didn’t start last Tuesday.

Whilst the economy is deteriorating quicker than an iceberg in the Arctic Ocean, the only noise coming out of all this Government is internal squabbling. The great unwashed desperate for leadership, and not a General to be found.

At a time when people can least afford it, they are paying direct and indirect taxes, levies, and stamp duties through a tax collection system masquerading as government, when in effect it’s more self- serving than public.

It’s a broken and confused system addicted to the people’s purse; it claims transparency through an opaque prism diluting its responsibilities in an incestuous relationship between three levels, built on bureaucracy.

A centralised tax and revenue system would only expose the tri-level political system for what it is, complex, cumbersome, and ineffective.

As the people’s credit card continues to blow out and the crisis digs deeper, it will take more than a mask and social distancing to get this country back on its feet. If three levels of government can’t come up with an idea, maybe we should try two, after all sometimes less is more.

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LEO—July 23-August 22

Stars & Puzzles If looking for a new source of income, be wary of get rich schemes and concentrate on what you know best. A conservative approach begins to work wonders in romance.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

QUICK PUZZLE

★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES—March 21-April 20

This is a wonderful time for enrolling in psychology, astrology or gourmet cooking classes. Travel is also favoured, but romantic reunions may not be as much fun as you first thought.

ACROSS Liqueur (11) Opinion (4) Metal (8) Money-lender (6) Hurry (6) Fruit (6) Muscular (6) Language (8) Plunder (4) River (United States) (11)

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DOWN Flower (8) Journalist (6) Whisky (6) Native of Finland (4) Continue (6) Ecstasy (5) Shellfish (8) Kingdoms (6) Wrench (6) Exile (6) Girl’s name (5) Powder (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE

ACROSS 6. In a vulgar area, it’s quite usual (11). 7. Wolf in close up (4). 8. Without Wellington it would have been futile (8). 9. Go up and, when reaching a hundred, stop (6).

10. A has-been? Cheeky crack! (6). 12. How a policeman feels when he catches a crook (6). 15. Proceeds to give back (6). 17. Hurl the club at it’s very hard (4-4). 19.

What was that you said about a hundred apiece? (4).

20. Yachtsmen do, in no time (4,3,4).

DOWN 1. Kills the matron on board (8). 2. Searched the apiary? (6). 3. Confront and, at work, ask questions (6). 4.

Snow in autumn (4). 5. The problem is the drinks stand again (6). 6. Angry, which gets you a bad mark (5). 11.

The father with the twitch is to be pitied (8). 13. To a soldier. a comrade indeed (6). 14. Walks cockily around in braces (6). 15. Is it trying to escape from the vegetarian? (6). 16. Ran the account into the red (5). 18. Yield and accept (4).

SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9161

CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Common-place. 7, Bolt. 8, Bootless. 9, AsC-end. 10, Ex-pert. 12, Frisks. 15, Return. 17, Cast-iron.

19, E-a-C-h. 20, Likes the wind.

Down - 1, S-mother-S. 2, Combed. 3, Op-pose. 4, Fall.

5, Teas-er. 6, Cross. 11, Pa-the-tic. 13, RE-ally. 14, Struts.

15, Runner. 16, R-ac-ed. 18, Take.

QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Windjammer. 8, Evil. 9, Lino. 10, Louse. 11, Dock. 12, Entrecote. 16, Pineapple. 20, Alas. 22, Ennui.

23, Name. 24, Area. 25, Metropolis.

Down - 1, Minion. 2, Adjourn. 3, Gallic. 4, Amount. 5, Greed. 7, Piece. 13, Own. 14, Sponsor. 15, Alarm. 17, Innate. 18, Editor. 19, Limpid. 21, Seamy.

QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Benedictine. 7, View. 8, Titanium. 9, Usurer.

10, Hasten. 12, Grapes. 15, Brawny. 17, Mandarin. 19, Loot. 20, Mississippi.

Down - 1, Snowdrop. 2, Editor. 3, Scotch. 4, Finn. 5, Resume. 6, Bliss. 11, Scallops. 13, Realms. 14, Strain.

15, Banish. 16, Naomi. 18, Dust.

CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Get up and go. 8, R-ave. 9, Bang. 10, (crac)Knel-t(oo). 11, Hart (Heart). 12, Tea-garden. 16, Over-state. 20, I-ris (rev.). 22, La-c-ed. 23, Eve-R. 24, Echo. 25, Prison cell.

Down - 1, Re-L-ate. 2, Lug-gag-e. 3, Backer. 4, Adhere. 5, Worth (anag.). 7, AvE-rt. 13, Doe (dough). 14, Stretch. 15, Trace. 17, Vic-Tim. 18, R-ed-h-ot. 19, Treble. 21, S-lope.

SCORPIO—October 23-November 21

This is a good time to strengthen family ties, host a party for a cousin or correspond with out of town relatives. A recent romantic mystery is solved. A career dispute could come to a head.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22

You are more adept at creative jobs than at technical tasks.

Leave mechanical chores to the pros. You could excel in sport-related competitions held this week.

GEMINI—May 23-June 21

The week is filled with activity, from a family gathering to involvement in an all new hobby. A work mate takes a big risk for you. Your partner demonstrates his/her loyalty.

Recent financial difficulties can be resolved by Friday.

The accent here is on commonsense, not imagination.

This could be a very romantic week if you play your cards right.

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LIBRA—September 23-October 22 Some people in your life may be uncommonly stubborn, making it harder, but more important, to complete a major project on schedule. A loved one enjoys the limelight throughout the week.

TAURUS—April 21-May 22

Life is sweet, in fact it couldn’t be better right now. You feel you could conquer the world and you feel nothing is impossible. This is a great time to take on that task you felt that was impossible before.

NO. 9162

You are feeling more positive thanks to the upbeat individual who enters the scene. A weekend cancellation may be for the best. Domestic obligations become less costly

CANCER—June 22-July 22 A money making opportunity may open up by the end of the week, but be mindful of people telling you how to spend the funds.

LEO—July 23-August 22

If looking for a new source of income, be wary of get rich schemes and concentrate on what you know best. A conservative approach begins to work wonders in romance.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

You are feeling more positive thanks to the upbeat individual who enters the scene. A weekend cancellation may be for the best. Domestic obligations become less costly LIBRA—September 23-October 22 Some people in your life may be uncommonly stubborn, making it harder, but more important, to complete a major project on schedule. A loved one enjoys the limelight throughout the week.

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The week is filled with activity, from a family gathering to involvement in an all new hobby. A work mate takes a big risk for you. Your partner demonstrates his/her loyalty.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Romantic involvements require a more solo analysis you can’t afford to shrug off problems. Older relatives provide stimulating company. At last your moneybelt can be loosened a little.

PISCES—February 20-March 20 If decorating your home, bold and exciting colours reflect your present emotional state. Romancewise, setbacks are reversed after the weekend. In money matters, it’s time to review your budget.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You are noted for your burst of enthusiasm, your versatility, your curiosity, your good luck and especially for your independence. The rest of this year sees you becoming more serious in your career choices and more inclined towards making healthy compromises.

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

Romantic involvements require a more solo analysis you can’t afford to shrug off problems. Older relatives provide stimulating company. At last your moneybelt can be loosened a little.

PISCES—February 20-March 20 If decorating your home, bold and exciting colours reflect your present emotional state. Romancewise, setbacks are reversed after the weekend. In money matters, it’s time to review your budget.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You are noted for your burst of enthusiasm, your versatility, your curiosity, your good luck and especially for your independence. The rest of this year sees you becoming more serious in your career choices and more inclined towards making healthy compromises.

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LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS DEATH NOTICE DUERDEN, Mel 16/11/1950 - 13/08/2020 Passed away aged 69

Beloved husband of Muriel and much-loved dad of Lauren. Cherished son in law to Ellen, Brother in law to Eileen (dec), Billy, Margaret and Jackie and families.

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Babies born recently at Bacchus Marsh and Melton Regional Hospital.

Rishi driven by Zac Phillips and Trained by Lance Justice winning at Tabcorp Park on Friday. Photo Stuart McCormick

Ben Velden and Candice Hyde from Bacchus Marsh have welcomed their third child, a little boy. Harvey Oliver VELDEN arrived on Wednesday 12 August at 4:54am.

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By Tim O’Connor Rishi had watched his stablemates Love Ina Chevy and Jean Luc run to victory in the past two fast class features at Tabcorp Park Melton and decided it was about time he stepped up to the mark.

And with multiple Group 1-winning reinsman Zac Phillips in the sulky, the six-year-old gelding broke a run of 36 starts without a win by taking out the TAB Long May We Play Pace (1720m) on Friday.

It wasn’t the most convincing success of all time, but it was a deserved one for the Lance Justice-trained gelding, who did some work early before finding the lead and then held off his challengers in the home straight to score by a half-head over Rock N Roll Chapel and odds-on favourite Dont Hold Back.

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Rishi had been part of Justice-trained trifectas in Melton feature races during the previous fortnight, but his mates weren’t able to hold up their end of the deal this time around.

Love Ina Chevy was fourth, while Jean Luc finished sixth.

Phillips said he had to take his hat off to Justice and owner John Hawke, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday.

“He’s been racing really well, but not having much luck,” Phillips told Trots Vision post-race.

“He was obviously an expensive purchase from New Zealand and Lance has sort of always been of the opinion he’s as good as most, if not better.

“But it’s just a matter of getting his mind right and they’re getting him there.”

Rishi, who is by Bettors Delight out of Christian Cullen mare Reklaw, won the listed 2018 Tontine Pacing Championship not long after arriving in Australia and Friday’s success was his 10th since being in Justice’s care. In total, Rishi has won 13 of 76 career starts for more than $170,000 in prizemoney.

Justice’s brother John trained and drove a double on Friday with Long Weekend and Bao Nien, John Caldow scored two winners in the bike with Vernnay for Michael Hughes and Chief Runningcloud for wife Maree before she completed her training double with Our Sportscaster in the last event on the card.

Racing returns to Victorian harness racing headquarters on Friday for another day meeting.

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BBQ Jackeroo 4 Burner, wok burner, full gas bottle, PWO, $50 Ph 0418 302 463

BED KS gas lift new in box maybe missing parts, hard to assemble $70 ono – 0400 929 718 BIRD CAGE, Black, on a stand, with small breeding box, medium size, $65, Ph 5367 1319 BOOKCASE 2025mm x 800mm x 280mm, Black, brand new condition $85 - 0400 239 204

BUFFET, timber and glass, 1 drawer, 1 glass shelf, 2 glass sliding doors, including glassware, $100 ONO, Ph 0455 632 593 CAMERA digital Sony Alpha 3000 new $100 – 5367 8933

CHILD Booster seat, Safe’N’Sound $10 – 0419 565 406

COMMODORE VT front left guard, passenger side, undamaged, $80, Ph 0424 930 653

COUCHES (2) 3 seater couches, Navy blue, velvet $100 lot - 0460 569 964

COT Childcare Folding Travel model with mattress used once.

EC $60 – 0498 014 500 CRUTCHES, 1 pair - $10 – 0419 565 406

DARLEY PS sport uniform winter trackpants, skort, size 12 $50 - 0425 852 073 DESK, Large Wooden, 9 Drawers, 5ft long, $100 - 5367 8933

DOGS COATS, 1x Western Bulldogs, 1x Genuine Weather Beeta, Both 50cm, New, $20 each, 0417 110 261

FAN, pedestal, brand new still in box, $20 Ph 5367 6038 or 0429 612 612 FIRE PIT, solid steel, on stand, chimney, $75 Ph 0418 302 463

FIREPLACE Companion Set, Antique black 3-piece, no stand EC $50 - 0428 671 116

FISHING WADERS, x2 pair, $75 Ph 53 670 486

GRINDER and polisher, electric, sharpens knives and tools $80 – 5367 8933 HEATER, Portable Electric, $20, Ph 53 678 933

JOCKEY WHEEL suit trailer 100 mm, new $25 - 0408 677 745

LADDER, 4 ft, aluminium, $30 Ph 0418 302 463 LAWNMOWER, Rover, 4 stroke, runs well, $80 Ph 0406 513 089 LOUNGE, 3 seater, good condition, suede, bone colour, $100 ONO Ph 5367 6038 or 0429 612 612 LOUNGE used FGC 3 seater $50 with 2 recliner chairs $25ea or $90 lot – 0400 929 718

MATTRESSES, double x 2, $7, Ph 0415 460 476 MOON Boot Orthopaedic (Large) $10 – 0419 565 406

ORGAN freestanding, Technics, Electric Organ, fully computerised, with stool, EC $100 Ph 53 674 968 OUTDOOR CHAIRS (2), including cushions, solid plastic, GC $20 0408 951 676

PAINTING water colour original, frame 54X24cm, print 36X11 cm, outback scene $50 - 0417 586 107 POSTS (4) 4”x4”x6’ long posts $95 – 5367 8933 RIMS Ford Ranger, 2011, (4), Have been in storage, $100 Ph 0409 855 628

ROLLER BLADES S/M, knee & elbow protectors incl. EC $10 5367 4956 SAUCEPAN Set of 4, Silcraft Essteele, $60 set - 0417 586 107

SEWING MACHINE Portable, Singer, GC, Older Style, $50 Ph 53 670 486

SHOES Footrest, x 4 pair, all new, size 12B, white, blk, brown & navy, $40 each Ph0407 305 940

SLEDGE HAMMER, $18, Ph 53 678 933 SLEEPING BAG, new, $35 ono Ph 0407 305 940

SPORTS TAPE, Elastoplast, x8 rolls, 3.8cm x 13.7m, cost $85, selling $70 the lot Ph 0407 305 940 STAINLESS SILVERWARE, service for 8, $30, Ph 5367 8933 TOOLS Cordless & electrical 5 cases $100 lot – 0419 523 670

TRAILER - HM Trailer 2.2 m x 1.2m, Fair condition $100 -0408 677 745 VICE - Dawn 150mm steel vice $80 - 0408 677 745

WARDROBE closets, freestanding, with or without shelves, $40 Ph 53 678 933

WEIGHTS and Bar Bells, $40, Ph 5368 7933

WESTERN Bulldogs singlet and Tshirt, Size 4, $10 each, 0417 110 261

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