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A ‘proper’ band

By Lachlan Ellis After nearly eight years of gigs at pubs, functions and festivals, a Dunnstown band has finally released its debut album.

Seven-piece Irish and Australian folk rock band Old Melbourne Road released their first album, ‘Proper’, last Saturday 17 April, and marked the occasion with an album launch at the Ballarat Cabaret Club in Warrenheip on the Western Freeway.

Ticketholders at the sold-out show were treated to a full performance of the album, as well as covers of some old classic covers that got plenty of feet tapping.

Old Melbourne Road member Lachie Murphy said the band was eager to get the album out to the Moorabool community.

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“Throughout the lockdown last year, we wrote a handful of songs and got together and wrote the album, because we were deprived of live performance,” Mr Murphy told the Moorabool News.

“We made a studio out of where we rehearse out of in Dunnstown and recorded Proper. Irish-Australian folk rock is what we call ourselves, between the seven of us we all have a part to play, and it all comes together quite nicely I reckon.

“We’re all related, my father is in the band as well as my brother and uncle. There’s another member, Stephen Russell, who joined the band a few years ago when my cousin left.

There’s a bit of age difference, but we all get along really well and make a really tight band.”

The band saved up to tour Ireland in 2017, which Murphy

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“But no, it was well-received, and it was certainly a big goal of ours for when we started. Once we achieved that we couldn’t really stop playing, we were having that much fun.”

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Community ‘ticked’ off as EPA approves revised plan

By Lachlan Ellis “Extremely disappointed”, is how Council and local community groups have described the news that the Environment Management Plan (EMP) for Maddingley Brown Coal (MBC) has again been approved by the EPA for West Gate Tunnel spoil.

After EPA approvals for the soil storage tenderers were revoked last year, MBC revised and resubmitted its ‘Western Soil Treatment’ proposal, which was approved by the EPA last Tuesday, April 13.

In a statement, MBC said it would “continue to conduct the business in a way which protects the health of the local community and the environment”.

“The EPA’s approval, combined with our existing Planning Scheme Amendment approval, demonstrates that MBC’s management plans will meet the highest standards of environmental and community protection,” the statement read.

“MBC recognises there is community interest in our proposal and our robust approach to safely manage the excavated tunnel material has been adapted and strengthened after 12 months of engagement with the community, key stakeholders and regulators.”

But Council, and local groups Moorabool Environment Group (MEG) and the Bacchus Marsh Community Coalition, remain sceptical, arguing there has been no consultation with the community.

Moorabool Mayor Cr Tom Sullivan said Council was concerned, and locals were furious, at the lack of consultation by MBC, given the potential dangers of PFAS. “Council has been concerned all along with the total lack of community consultation and the decision by the EPA fails to alleviate our concerns,” he said.

“Bacchus Marsh residents are angry about plans to store this spoil so close to schools and market

gardens, and it is extremely disappointing that neither the Minister for Planning nor the EPA have properly consulted them about this.”

Transurban is responsible for “the final decision on the site to be chosen”, according to Council – which is now “exploring the legal options we have before us”.

However, the EPA approval, combined with an earlier approval by Planning Minister Richard Wynne, does mean MBC can begin site preparation works if it wishes to.

MBC failed to respond to questions from the Moorabool News, when asked what changes were made to the revised EMP, and who the independent auditor was that checked its holding bay and containment cell designs.

Local State MPs Steve McGhie and Michaela Settle said the decision was now out of their hands, with the final approval now up to Transurban.

“It’s Transurban that will make the decision, not the Minister or the Government,” Mr McGhie said.

“The planning approval has gone through for Bulla as well – we don’t have a crystal ball, we don’t know, because it’s not our decision,” he said.

“As always, we’ve raised this issue with all the Ministers responsible. We’ve raised the issue with the Premier as we always do when people contact us.”

Ms Settle said environmental approvals for MBC to take tunnel boring machine spoil from the West Gate Tunnel Project does not mark the final decision.

“Hi-Quality Bulla near Sunbury has also received environmental approval and now the West Gate Tunnel project is responsible for the decision as to where the spoil goes,” Ms Settle said.

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MEG AND BMG “CONSIDERING OPTIONS” Moorabool Environment Group (MEG), which launched a legal challenge to the EPA’s first approval in the Supreme Court last year, expressed its concerns in a press release on April 14.

In the release, MEG’s President, Dr Jodie Valpied, said the group would “consider all options to oppose the Victorian Environment Protection Authority’s fresh approval”.

“Last week we received a letter from the EPA to the effect that it did not consider that it had any obligation to consult the community. The government continues to deride local residents, but our community will continue to fight,” she said.

“Disposal at this site would put one of Victoria’s main fresh vegetable production regions at risk and cost jobs in agriculture and tourism.

It would also impact endangered species in the area. The site has all risk factors for where PFAS-contaminated spoil should not be processed or stored.”

Dr Valpied added that there “are currently no cell liners available that can adequately prevent PFAS leaching” from the contaminated soil, and into aquifers and agricultural bores.

“The EPA’s approval process does not adequately address these issues...we will continue to hold the EPA to account, and fight to protect our local environment, jobs and the Victorian community.” she said.

Bacchus Marsh Grammar has also been an ardent opponent of MBC’s proposal, launching its own similar legal case last year before the EPA’s first approval was revoked.

Principal Andrew Neal said the EPA’s decision to approve a storage site so close to schools and market gardens was unacceptable.

“We were enormously disappointed, but the decision wasn’t unexpected. We always felt that re-approval would be granted by the EPA, and we’ve been working on that assumption,” Mr Neal told the Moorabool News.

“We’ll review what the EPA have gone through with the approval process this time around, look at the Environmental Effects Statement, and make some decisions about whether we pursue legal action based on those.”

When asked if relocation was still being considered by the school, Mr Neal said “all options are on the table”.

“We’ve instituted a range of environmental monitoring measures for our site so that we have our own data in relation to environmental quality. But certainly, if the proposal is to make this part of Bacchus Marsh the dumping ground for Melbourne’s problems, then we will seriously have to look at relocation.”

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Dog debut for Devil

By Lachlan Ellis A local football star has made her debut in the VFLW, playing her first game for the Western Bulldogs on Saturday 10 April.

Former Darley Devil Lilli Condon was named co-captain of the Greater Western Victoria Rebels this year – but that was just the first of her accolades for 2021, with the 17-year-old midfielder named in the Bulldogs line-up against Port Melbourne.

Ms Condon said it was a bit surreal to put on the red, white and blue, and she was honoured to receive the opportunity.

“I was pretty excited, I thought it was a bit crazy at the start – I wasn’t sure whether I could play as well as the other girls,” she told the Moorabool News.

“It was a really good experience, at training everyone was so nice…I was pretty nervous on the day, but it was a really good experience.”

Because she is under 18 and plays in the NAB League, Lilli is limited to a maximum of three games for the Bulldogs this season, but she’s thankful for the opportunity to play for them in general.

When asked if she thought this first game could be the launching point for a full VFLW career, or even an AFLW career, she said that would be a dream come true, but would take her footy one game at a time.

“It’d be awesome to play a full season when I’m older…but I don’t really know what will happen. I can only dream I guess,” she said.

Ms Condon said she was just taking it one game at a time.

“I try to play well in most games and enjoy it at the same time.

You never know what will happen, I won’t be shattered if it doesn’t happen, but it would be super exciting.”

To girls and young women who want to pursue a footy career, Ms Condon said to keep at it, and you can go far.

“Just have a crack. Get your name out there, play some good footy and you’ll get recognised. It all kind of goes from there… if you keep playing consistently, one hundred percent you’ll get recognised,” she said.

The Bulldogs sadly went down to the undefeated, first place Port Melbourne side, 6.7.43 to 1.2.8.

Donning the number 29, Lilli had ten disposals, three marks and Lilli Condon, ready to play in her red, blue and white five tackles on the day, and was named one of the Bulldogs’ best football uniform. Photo – Robyn Bewley performers.

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IVO to protect former councillor

By Lachlan Ellis After two adjournments, a former East Moorabool Ward Councillor’s request for an Intervention Order has finally been accepted by the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates Court.

Jarrod Bingham’s application for a no-contact order against Bacchus Marsh man Martin Dunen, was made on December 14 last year, and was adjourned to January 29 this year, before the final adjournment was made for April 16.

Neither Mr Bingham nor Mr Dunen appeared at the Friday session, though both had contacted the court via email.

Magistrate Noreen Toohey read out an email from Mr Dunen saying he, “can’t see any point in contesting”, Mr Bingham’s application.

The application was approved with Magistrate Toohey issuing a 12-month no-contact order, barring Mr Dunen from coming within 100 metres of where Mr Bingham lives or works.

“He is also not to stalk, commit prohibited behaviour, keep under surveillance or publish material online about the protected person.” Ms Toohey ruled.

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A young centenarian

By Lachlan Ellis Last year marked a century of life for a Bacchus Marsh woman – but her 101st birthday has been even better, as she could spend it with loved ones.

Hilde Gogeff received letters from the Queen, the Governor-General, the Premier and her local MP for her 100th birthday last year, but the COVID pandemic meant she couldn’t have a party, and well-wishers had to stand outside on her veranda.

But this year on Wednesday 7 April, Ms Gogeff was finally able to have a proper celebration.

Despite her age, Ms Gogeff is active and sharp as a tack, feeding her beloved magpies regularly and walking without a walking stick, which she jokingly says, “is for old people”.

Her family adore her and call her “a local celebrity”.

“She loves Australia. She’s very ‘with it’ still, and she loves her family,” Ms Gogeff’s daughter, Lorna, told the Moorabool News.

“She’s quite a celebrity, she goes to The Village Bean for coffee as much as she can.

She can tell you all the stories of meeting her husband, what a good man he was…she was a very wonderful wife and is a lovely mother.

“She was very excited to spend her birthday with her family this year. It was lovely.”

Ms Gogeff has had highs and lows in her 101 years – her mother passed away when she was 13 years old, and after coming to

101-year-old Hilde Gogeff, with letters received from her 100th birthday from HRH the Queen and Catherine King (Ballarat MP). Photo – Lachlan Ellis Australia from Germany, the Gogeff family moved 22 times, from Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne, before finally settling in Bacchus Marsh.

George Gogeff was a market gardener, and the family twice had all their crops wiped out by terrible weather. In Sydney, a hailstorm devastated their land, destroying 6,000 tomatoes.

In Adelaide, strong winds took the family’s six greenhouses, and due to the loss of income, their landlord evicted them from the property. It wasn’t until they moved to Victoria that the Gogeffs’ fortunes begun to change.

Despite the hardships, Ms Gogeff is incredibly bubbly and optimistic. She said her family is the most important thing in her life, and has four children, ten grandchildren,

and four great-grandchildren, with a fifth on the way.

“After the war, my country was very wrecked…but here, it was so peaceful and so different. It was hard settling in…but we were accepted, we did the right thing, we were honest and worked hard. For years we had poor housing…we had no money to buy a house…it took about 15 years until we struggled ourselves up,” Ms Gogeff said.

When asked what her major milestones and memories were, Ms Gogeff said there were “so many” – but one of her favourites was coming to Australia.

The letters she received from the Queen, the Premier, the Governor-General and local MP Catherine King for her 100th birthday are precious to Ms Gogeff, but when her family remarked on what an honour it was to receive the letters, Ms Gogeff’s cheeky response was that she was “still waiting for Scomo’s letter”.

And her secret for living so long, and staying so healthy? Well, she says it’s no secret at all.

“Everybody asks me for that…but I always say good food. I never buy ready-made food, I cook it myself from good quality stock… there’s no secret,” she said with a laugh.

“Good food is important, fresh fruit and vegetables.”

Hilde Gogeff was born in Bavaria in southern Germany on 7 April 1920. On 15 April, she marked 71 years since moving to Australia. She celebrates not just her birthday every year, but also the anniversary of arriving here.

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Millions for out of hours care

Regional schools across Victoria have emerged as the big winners in a $4.1 million State Government investment in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC), though no Moorabool schools made the cut.

Fifty-three Victorian schools will receive up to $75,000 a year over the next four years for their OSHC services, with 41 of these being regional.

This is the first round of OSHC grants, with $81.6 million in total to be allocated between this year and 2023 to establish “up to 400 new outside school hours care services at government schools”.

(L-R) – Michaela Settle (Member for Buninyong) at the announcement of funding for a new ultra-light tanker, with Greendale members Donna, Scott, Sandra, and Anne.

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Brigade replaces old for new

A local fire brigade has received an added boost to their fleet, which will help in the protection of their community.

The State Government has given Greendale CFA more than $120,000, as part of the $14 million Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP).

The $120,833 grant will go toward providing Greendale CFA with a new ‘Ultra-Light Tanker’ valued at $142,500.

Member for Buninyong, Michaela Settle, announced the funding at the station and said the government is ensuring local CFA volunteers are well resourced with the essential equipment they need to carry out their critical work.

“Our CFA volunteers make selfless and brave contributions to our communities, and the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program matches any dollar raised with $2 from the Victorian Government.”

Greendale Rural Fire Brigade Captain* Damien Zabinskas thanked the Government for its support.

“Retiring our old slip-on appliance and replacing it with a CFA designed, purpose built, Ultra-Light Tanker will make life easier and safer for our volunteers,” he said.

“The upgrade will increase not just water capacity, but equipment capacity and extra functions that our current appliance doesn’t have, like drafting (sucking water from dams and tanks) and firefighting foam.”

Mr Zabinskas said with large parts of Greendale being covered in steep bushy terrain, the new Ultra-Light Tanker will improve the brigade’s ability to protect their community.

The Greendale grant is one of the 240 provided by the State Government under the 2020/21 VESEP program.

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“This initiative is focussed on schools that don’t have one - getting it started - it’s for those smaller schools, that’s why the regions did so well,” the spokesperson added.

The closest successful applicant was Canadian Lead Primary School in Ballarat East, which will receive the full $75,000 a year to establish its own outside school hours care program.

State Member for Buninyong, Michaela Settle, said the funding would assist in Victoria’s economic recovery.

“This first round of grants will see a 22 per cent increase in the number of schools providing outside school hours care in regional Victoria. We are helping parents and carers to get back to work, study, training or re-enter the workforce as part of Victoria’s economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic,” Ms Settle said.

“This investment will go a long way to making the daily juggle of work, school and kinder just that little bit easier.”

The funding is expected to see provision of out of hours school care increase by 20 per cent in the Central Highlands region.

Three more application rounds for the OSHC funding will be held between now and 2023.

Of the $4.1 million allocated to schools in the first round of funding, regional schools have been granted $3,272,939.

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When asked why no Moorabool schools had received funding in the first round, a State Government spokesperson said the funding was “for new school after hours programs – most schools in Moorabool already have a program”.

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By Lachlan Ellis

Crappy sewer system outdated “It’s 2021; not 1921,” a Wallace local has said on a new video put out by Moorabool Shire Council.

Bungaree and Wallace residents have appeared in the video, advocating for a sewer system in the area.

Despite the townships dating back to the 1880s, residents still rely on septic tanks to manage wastewater, which residents and Council believe is reducing potential for growth and development.

Locals speaking in the ‘#SewerForOurFuture’ video agree that the towns have great potential for growth, but the potential would be wasted if a sewer system was not established.

Jo Frawley has lived in Bungaree for 22 years and said both towns rely on septic tanks.

“We aren’t thriving with that system, so we desperately need a sewer system,” she said.

“It would be an amazing thing for both communities to get connected.”

Wallace Hotel proprietors Craig Wilson and his wife Andrea have owned the Hotel for 11 years and said, “having a sewer system is really an essential part of what people want in their lifestyle.”

In the video, which runs for just under two and a half minutes, locals ask that their towns be prioritised for sewer works in the

next five years.

Moorabool Shire Council Mayor, Cr Tom Sullivan, said getting a sewer system was crucial for Bungaree and Wallace, and encouraged the community to contact their local MPs and relevant Ministers to help get the project started.

“Council is committed to partnering with Central Highlands Water and others to make this happen,” Cr Sullivan said.

“I urge local community members to contact their local Members of Parliament, as well as the Minister for Water and the Minister for Regional Development, so they can fully appreciate how much local support there is for this project.”

Cr Sullivan said it made economic sense for the Victorian Government to invest, and in turn increase jobs and spending in the region.

Without Government investment and the establishment of a reticulated sewer system, he said the gradual growth expected in Bungaree and Wallace “would not happen at all”.

Council is writing to the Acting Minister for Water Richard Wynne, seeking his support for the project.

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BACCHUS MARSH INFORMATION NIGHT BALLARAT AND QUEEN’S ANGLICAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL

It’s coming up to a century since the Rotary movement made landfall in Australia and New Zealand, and branches across the two countries are marking the occasion with gala dinners, a centenary book launch and more.

The Age newspaper reported on April 23, 1921, that the Rotary movement “has invaded Melbourne”, with the chapter’s first luncheon held on the founding date of April 21.

The first Australian branches were established in Melbourne and Sydney, with their New Zealand counterparts springing up in Wellington and Auckland.

Today, there are over 1,100 Rotary clubs in Australia, and more than 30,000 members.

Bacchus Marsh Rotarian Helen Davies said her branch would be marking the occasion with the burial of a new time capsule, with the opening date on 12 August 2055 to coincide with the Club’s own centenary.

“It’s a big deal for us of course, the Club are meeting up on the 21st to celebrate,” Ms Davies told the Moorabool News.

“We had an idea that we’d be doing a hundred good deeds – just within our club, nothing in the public eye, just because that’s what we do every day. So, we thought we’d celebrate the fact that we do that.

“And we are burying another time capsule… that’ll be our biggest salute to the hundred years. We’re setting it up to commemorate 100 years in Australia, and then when it’s reopened, it’ll be the anniversary of our club.”

The Royal Australian Mint is also onboard with the celebrations, releasing two commemorative coins – a $1 gold coin, and a

Centenary of Rotary in Australia 5 dollar commemorative coin. $5 silver coin, both inscribed with the Rotary International emblem.

The Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club are working on obtaining both coins, to bury with the time capsule on June 30.

Unfortunately, the Ballan & District branch of Rotary isn’t in much of a position to commemorate the occasion, according to Secretary David Hookey.

“The Club’s struggling at the moment, the membership is low…we’re running about four members. We’re keeping a fairly low profile,” he said.

“We’re just trying to get some more members. We’re not doing a lot at the moment.”

If you live in the Ballan area and are interested in joining the Rotary Club, you can email David Hookey at dhookey1@ bigpond.com.

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Moorabool Shire Council Council Mee�ng The next Ordinary Mee�ng of Council will be held on Wednesday 5 May 2021 in the Coucil Chambers, 15 Stead St Ballan, star�ng at 6.00pm.

For details on a�endance or to the view the agenda, go to www.moorabool.vic.gov.au

Commi�ee Mee�ng The next Development Assessment Commi�ee Mee�ng will be held tomorrow, Wednesday 21 April, staring at 5.00pm. For details of loca�on and livestream, please check our website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au

Employment Council invites applications for the existing vacancies: • Community Safety Engagement Officer Full-Time Fixed-Term - Based at Darley • Active Ageing & Diversity Business Support Officer Part-time Permanent - Based at Darley • Intake & Rostering Officer Part-time Permanent - Based at Darley • Pound Keeper Casual - Based at Darley • School Crossing Supervisor Casual - Based across all offices Applications close on Sunday 2 May 2021 All details available from the website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/my-council/employment/careers

Not if ica�on of ANZAC Day Road Closures The following road closures will be in place for ANZAC Day Services: Bacchus Marsh: Main Street between Gisborne Road and Lord Street, Sunday 25 April 2021 from 5.00am to 8.00am Ballan: Inglis Street between Cowie Street and Stead Street, Sunday 25 April 2021 from noon to 3.00pm.

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Planning Permit No�ce of an applica�on for planning permit Ask for: Tom Tonkin Email: planning@moorabool.vic.gov.au Our Ref: PA2021047 The land affected by the applica�on is located at – Address of Land:

67 Riverview Drive, Hopetoun Park VIC 3340

Land Title Par�culars:

Lot 90 on PS 542006P

Descrip�on Details:

Varia�on of Restric�ve Covenant AG205766X item (k) to allow an outbuilding up to 20m long x 12m wide.

The applicant for the permit is:

Total Building Developments & Design

Planning Applica�on No.:

PA2021047

Documents detailing the above applica�on can be viewed from the website link in the box below. If you are unable to access the website please contact the Planning department on 5366 7100 and we will arrange for a copy of the documenta�on to be emailed or posted to you.

Moorabool Shire Council, 15 Stead Street, Ballan 182 Halle�s Way Darley h�ps://moorabool.greenlightopm.com/public/App_Adver�sing/7210303rDD3zlt3r

Ask for: Tom Tonkin Email: planning@moorabool.vic.gov.au Our Ref: PA2021066 The land affected by the applica�on is located at – Address of Land:

2 Pelican Point, Hopetoun Park VIC 3340

Land Title Par�culars:

Lot 101 on PS 619339J

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Varia�on of Restric�ve Covenant AJ249722V, item (k) to allow an outbuilding up to 35m long x 15m wide x 5m high to the eaves.

The applicant for the permit is:

Bacchus Marsh Design & Dra�ing Services

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PA2021066

Moorabool Shire Council, 15 Stead Street, Ballan 182 Halle�s Way Darley h�ps://moorabool.greenlightopm.com/public/App_Adver�sing/7210317HBfSAfUzP Any person who may be affected by the gran�ng of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority.

An objec�on must be sent to the Responsible Authority in wri�ng, include the reasons for the objec�on and state how, the objector would be affected.

Please be aware that copies of objec�ons/submissions received may be made available to any person for the purpose of considera�on as part of the planning process.

The Responsible Authority will not decide on the applica�on before - 4 May 2021 If you object, the Responsible Authority will tell you it’s decision.

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Contract Number Principal Consultancy: Bacchus Marsh Shared use Pathway - Stage 2 Tender documents and full details of this no�ce will be available on Saturday 17 April 2021 at www.tenderlink.com/moorabool

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Accessible parking moves online VicRoads has introduced a new onlinebased platform for disabled parking permits, and Moorabool Shire Council has already hopped onboard.

The Accessible Parking Permit (APP) Scheme has been adopted by 80 Victorian councils, including Moorabool Shire Council – offering an “easier, streamlined online application process that is consistent across the state”.

After a successful trial running from late 2020 to early 2021, the scheme was formally introduced on 22 March, with VicRoads stating it’s designed to “create fairer outcomes and free up accessible parking bays for the people who need them the most”.

Council CEO Derek Madden said the new process would provide major benefits to those who required accessible parking, while also helping reduce use of disabled parking permits by people who were not disabled or injured.

“User benefits of the new permits include no cost to the applicant and an increase in the permit length from three to five years,” he said.

“There should also be a reduction in fraudulent use, and it is helpful that the whole state will have the same system so there is a consistent application process for everyone.”

All existing disability permits will remain valid until their expiry date, and permit holders are not required to do anything until it’s time to renew their existing permit – at which point they will need to apply using the APP system.

Other changes for disabled or injured drivers include that the application/renewal process must be started online before visiting the doctor, and that people with permanent disabilities will no longer need to be re-assessed.

Old Ballan Courthouse. Photo Lachlan Ellis The main changes for disabled or injured drivers under the APP scheme are that the application/renewal process must be started online before visiting the doctor, accessible parking permits will be extended from three years to five years, and people with permanent disabilities will no longer need to be re-assessed.

To apply, visit accessibleparking.vic.gov. au. An application reference number will be sent via SMS, at which point an appointment with a GP or Occupational Therapist can be booked. After providing your GP or OT with your application reference number, they will fill out an online medical assessment and you will receive an SMS when your application has been approved.

Your Accessible Parking Permit will arrive in the post, or from one of Council’s Customer Service Centres if you have opted to collect your permit there. An SMS will be sent when the permit is ready for collection.

As part of the scheme, Council has removed the $11 application fee for disabled permits, making application more affordable for Moorabool residents.

For more information, contact Council’s Active Ageing unit on 5366 7100.

Enrolments for 2022

• Enrolments are now being accepted for the 2022 school year for both Foundation and New Students. Limited space.

• Enrolment forms are available at our school office and on our website, along with our enrolment policy.

• We will be running 2 x school tours on Wednesday 12th May, 9-10am and 10-11am. (Bookings are essential) Please contact the school to make a booking.

For all enquiries, please contact our office on 5368 7232

History on display

By Lachlan Ellis The Australian Heritage Festival is back for 2021 – and the Ballan Shire Historical Society is marking it with an Open Day on Sunday 24 April.

From 10 am to 3 pm, Historical Society members will be at the Old Ballan Courthouse, where the group holds its meetings, displaying historical photographs and helping locals with any historical enquiries, including family history.

Honorary Secretary of the Society, Richard Biden, said all were welcome at the Courthouse, situated at 45 – 47 Steiglitz Street, Ballan – though COVID-safe protocols would be in place.

“Historical Society members will be there to answer any queries – we’ve got quite a lot of records relating to the local area. Family history records, photographs, all sorts of things relating to the old Ballan Shire,” Mr Biden told the Moorabool News.

“We’re also having a photographic display… not too big, just on two panels of board, detailing historic buildings in Ballan. We also have some photographs on Heritage recreation areas around Ballan. Some of the

buildings included post offices and banks… there’s articles on all sorts of things.

“We will have to abide by COVID-safe regulations and we’ll have QR codes at the door, or people can sign in if they want.

We’re also abiding by a square metreage per person, so we can’t have everyone packed in there, we’ll make sure there’s a bit of space.”

The Old Ballan Courthouse was constructed all the way back in 1873 and, received a new lease of life through major conservation works in late 2015. The works involved underpinning the existing footings, replastering and repair of brickwork, with a fresh coat of paint externally.

Due to limited space, the Bacchus Marsh & District Historical Society (BMDHS) will be participating in the Heritage Festival with a more modest photographic display at the Lerderderg Library.

“We’re having a photo display up on the wall at the back of the Library, of early 20th century shops and shopkeepers that were in the Main Street,” BMDHS Secretary Barb McMillan said.

“That will hopefully be up sometime this week. We’ll have more details later that we’ll put on our social media page.”

League banks on sponsorship deal It is known for being the ‘Better Big Bank’, and after a recent re-signing as a naming rights sponsor, that is certainly the reflection.

Bendigo Bank & Rural Bank has committed to the Central Highlands Football League (CHFL) for 2021/2022, expanding on their long standing 16-year relationship. Rural Bank came on board as a joint naming rights sponsor in 2017.

A spokesperson for CHFL said they are excited to announce this further two-year partnership, and the deal will be funded entirely by the Community Bank branches associated with the league’s clubs.

“These Community Bank branches include Ballan, Beaufort, Creswick, Daylesford, and Buninyong,” she said.

“Both banks have a great reputation of supporting the league over many years and this season we are committed to working together to promote mental health across the league, which is an initiative that is a focus of both Bendigo Bank and Rural Bank.”

Darren Rix is the Chairman for Moorabool Community Enterprises Ltd and said he believes it is a natural fit for the community bank to sponsor the five community Moorabool based clubs.

“Since the bank opened in 2011, I think we stated with $1000 per annum and now we’ve

sponsored $2000 over the last few years to the five clubs that include Ballan, Bungaree, Dunnstown, Gordon and Springbank.

“All of those clubs not only have five football teams but seven netball teams, junior and senior,” he said.

Mr Rix said the community is fortunate, along with the clubs, to have a community bank that can, and does, support many not-for-profit volunteers organisations financially.

“These clubs have also applied for extra funding for facility upgrades, equipment, programs, etc if they needed to,” he said.

Along with the five Moorabool CHFL clubs who have continued to be supported over the years by their local Ballan & District Community Bank branch, so have a myriad of other organisations within west Moorabool, “which makes the Bendigo Bank and Rural Bank a very attractive business to be associated with”.

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Flag not to fly, this year at least

By Helen Tatchell There is no pot of gold for those that wanted the rainbow flag to fly high around Moorabool.

Councillors voted against the Flag Flying Policy recommendation at last week’s Ordinary Meeting of Council.

CEO Derek Madden authored the new policy as Council did not have a Flag Flying Policy in place previously and the purpose was to outline the proper use of flags, provide guidance to Shire employees who manage the flying of flags at Council offices and, proved a framework for considering requests to fly flags at times outside Council’s Annual Flag Schedule.

Cr Tonia Dudzik moved the recommendation and was initially supported by fellow Crs Edwards and Ward however, Cr Ally Munari objected which created a debate.

Cr Munari said this is not just about the Rainbow flag, it is about the policy.

“As a Councillor, every decision I make in this room is delicately thought out and all Moorabool residents considered. After sitting through many meetings in my short time in Council, I have witnessed the governance procedures that go hand in hand with Council policies. One aspect of these procedures is community consultation, which has not been proposed in the policy”.

Cr Munari went on to say she has listened and absorbed the voices of Moorabool residents.

“I strongly feel that we are denying them an input into this discussion. They deserve the respect and courtesy of their voice being heard and the Moorabool community’s voice must hold precedence,” she said.

“I am not convinced this is the right recommendation for this policy.”

Cr Sullivan sought leave to speak as Chair of the meeting and was also against the recommendation.

“We do need a flag policy as we do not have one, but this is not the way to go about it,” he said.

“We need to follow the proper process of implementation of council policies, it is tried and tested.

“We have copious documents which refer to community engagement and consultation, yet on this matter if the recommendation where to adopted, it would deny 35,000 residents of Moorabool Shire to have the opportunity to have their say,” he said.

Cr Sullivan encouraged Councillors to not support the recommendation as, “we must follow good process not convenience”.

“This recommendation does not follow good process and we deny 35,000 Moorabool residents to not have a voice in this matter.”

A Notice of Motion was put forward by Cr Dudzik at the 3 February meeting to fly the rainbow flag on days of importance, and last week said, in support of the recommendation on the night, “this Council report is an attempt to resolve the issues in a manner to make as many people as possible happy”.

“By approving today, it means Council would be able to fly the flag on IDAHOBIT Day (May 17) this year. If deferred, we would not be able to fly the flag this year.

“The policy is consistent with other Councils. I do believe the policy meets my intent of my original request,” she said.

Sean Mulcahy was a speaker to the item, he represented the Victorian Pride Lobby as a policy advisor, and said their view was the rainbow flag should be flown annually at the Council offices in Ballan and Darley.

“A simple gesture like flying the rainbow flag would say that Moorabool Council supports equality and inclusivity to its residents that are LGBTIQA+, and will proudly stand by them,” he said.

Mr Mulcahy said he did not live in the Moorabool Shire when questioned by Cr Munari.

The motion was lost after the debate and a vote indicated only Cr Dudzik FOR the motion, and AGAINST were Crs Munari, Ward, Edwards, and Sullivan.

Crs. Berry and Tatchell were apologies at the meeting and did not vote.

MP disappointed “Flying the flag is more than symbolic; it is a clear message that we hear everyone’s voices and that our region welcomes diversity.

“I am disappointed that we won’t see the rainbow flag flying above Moorabool Shire Council offices on 17 May. “I thank Cr Tonia Dudzik for moving the motion at Council last night and invite everyone to mark IDAHOBIT Day by flying the rainbow flag at their home, work or business - celebrating the contribution that the LGBTQI community makes to our region.

“I’m promoting the Facebook event ‘A Rainbow Over Moorabool’, a grassroots campaign created by residents to fly the rainbow flag across the shire on May 17. “Let’s make some good out of last night’s outcome.”

The policy as proposed at the Council Meeting on Wednesday 7 April, was presented as an operational policy for Council to note.

Under Council’s recently adopted Community Engagement Policy, operational policies are not subject to community consultation.

The difference between the two types of policies is that operational policies do not require Council adoption as they are approved by the CEO and Council policies are adopted by Council. Council policies are subject to consultation requirements contained in the Community Engagement Policy.

NORMAL MANNER OF POLICY ADOPTION - Council adopts a draft policy - It then goes out on Public Exhibition - Consultation for 4-6 weeks (approx.)

- Matter then comes back to Council for final determination - Report would include comments/feedback from community - Councillors vote on report – make decision.

Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle.

Flag not to fly, not this year (M/News 13 April 2021)

It’s never you, until it is.

Crapping on over a flag, how about fix roads, clean up areas, put a Bunnings in, flag is on the bottom of the to do list...

- Danny Kodra Kodric This is the MP that refused to be interviewed by VICPOL over her alleged involvement in the Labor Red Shirts scandal. Like her predecessor Geoff Howard, all she seems good for is turning up at photo opportunities.

- Bruce Kendall What a load of divisive political propaganda. We already have an all-inclusive flag that represents Australians from allother walks of life; it’schange calledthat. the Australian National Flag.

More people die on farms than in workplaces – let’s You might think bulletproof and know your like the back of your hand.

The backstory ofyou’re the ‘Rainbow Flag’ wasland a simple one of communication for private business But accidents can happen to anyone. wishing to advertise they were ‘gay friendly’ establishments from an era where it was useful You can prevent accidents. You can prevent deaths. to know and held some relevance. Any business can display a symbol like this at no cost to worksafe.vic.gov.au/agriculture the community if they wish to do so. There is no need for the council and ratepayers to get involved.

And before anyone starts harping on at me with any virtue signalling lectures or accusations of homophobia; I’m gay. Thanks, but no thanks, I don’t need Council’s approval or anyone else’s for that matter.

- Sean McAlpine Jones Try focusing on working for the Shire and its constituents rather than being politically correct pollies. A flag should be the least of your concerns.

- Sue De Tert The Victorian economy is trashed, 100s died needlessly and thousands lost jobs and the Member for Buninyong Michaela Settle, is worried because a flag is not going to be flown at Council Chambers.

- Michael Dunk This she jumps on, but our concerns regarding toxic soil are described by her personally as “irrelevant” and “sniping from the sidelines”.

Left wing Labor priorities.

- Tony Ambrogio

CORRECTION

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Arbee turns back time – M/News 13 April One photo caption depicted Barbara Aitkin as having a brother who worked for Bob Butler.

Bob Butler was in fact the brother of Barbara Aitkin.

W R I T ING LET T ER S TO T H E EDI TOR Each letter must be accompanied with the writer’s full name, address and phone number (name and suburb for publication only) and be limited to 300 words. Letters to be received via post or email (preferred option).

The Editor has the right to limit the amount of words in each letter received and published letters are at the discretion of the Editor.

Send your letters to news@themooraboolnews.com.au Dear Editor, Mayor Tom Sullivan seems somewhat put out that he was not selected for the Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel.

According to the Moorabool News article last week (M/News 13 April) expressions of interest were sought from all 79 councils before the final panel of 15 mayors was selected. Perhaps Moorabool council did not put forward a strong enough case to warrant selection?

The composition of the panel is aimed at representing a mix of metropolitan, interface, regional, small and large councils. I believe it has succeeded in this. Not every council in Victoria can expect to be represented on this panel no matter how deserving they believe they are.

Incidentally only seven of the 15 panel members come from Melbourne councils.

Given that Melbourne and its suburbs make up 80 per cent of Victoria’s population I would suggest that Melbourne is clearly underrepresented here based on population numbers.

Funny that Mayor Sullivan sees an inner ring of Melbourne councils. I see a (slightly) larger ring of non-Melbourne councils.

Jon Bagley Maddingley Dear Editor, Mr Ross Redwin’s self-appointed role as a messenger of truth for everything related to the Western Victorian Transmission Network Project seems, on face value, to be a noble attempt at negating the alleged mistruths in the campaign opposing the project. However, his demonstrated lack of research simply highlights his ignorance of the facts and fuels the fire of misinformation, which benefits no-one.

His principle claim, that ‘high voltage transmission lines have never caused fires’, is negated in AusNet’s AMS 10-77 Transmission Line Structures, 2023-27 Transmission Revenue Reset, dated 16/07/2020 which states, “In 1981, a ground fire ignited following a structure collapse on the Murray switching station to Dederang 330 kV No.2 line caused by extreme winds during a storm event. The fire was relatively smaller in size and was extinguished by rainfall during the storm event”. Fortunately, recent similar damage at Cressy did not result in fire ignition, however in a dry summer and a fire prone area, the damage can be catastrophic.

Had Mr Redwin even conducted the most basic research, he would have realised that High Voltage Transmission Lines caused the catastrophic Camp Fires in California in 2018, destroying the town of Paradise, killing 85 people, causing $30B in damage and leading Pacific Gas and Energy to file for bankruptcy protection. On June 16, 2020, PG&E plead guilty to 84 counts of

involuntary manslaughter over their liability in mismanaging the Transmission Lines which caused the fire.

Everything that Mr Redwin has raised so far as being a ‘mistruth’ by others, can be credibly and scientifically substantiated with referenced, industry peer reviewed literature, all of which is available should Mr Redwin choose to accept the offer made to him to attend the community forums and simply review the material himself.

Instead, the ‘messenger of truth’ offers his personal opinions, in ignorance of facts openly available to anyone wishing to do the research before offering their opinion.

Name and Address Supplied.

Dear Editor, I fail to understand Mayor Tom Sullivan’s gripe about the makeup of the new mayoral advisory panel (MNews April 13).

He says that “there is not a lot of representation from growth councils like Moorabool” and “sees an inner ring of Melbourne councils”.

Perhaps he should get his eyesight checked.

According to the list published in the Moorabool News only seven Melbourne councils are on the panel of 15 members.

The other eight are from regional or country areas and towns, including many “growth” councils.

I certainly do not see the membership of this mayoral panel as being tilted in favour of Melbourne interests.

I would suggest that if Mayor Sullivan wants Moorabool to be better represented then perhaps, he should strive even harder to promote the interests of our neglected shire.

Do something about it instead of making sour comments.

Norm Reynolds Bacchus Marsh Dear Editor, Being interstate at present I have only received a copy of the Moorabool News (13 April) and noticed the Ballan Bowling Clubs tribute to Bart Ribbink on his passing. I have noticed there has been no recognition of Bart’s contribution to the Ballan community in the Moorabool News and I would like to acknowledge Bart’s efforts. Bart loved Ballan and was extremely proud when he was elected to represent the residents of the Central Riding. He was tenacious on all issues regarding Ballan and strong advocate for aggrieved residents. He approached debate in council with a pragmatic and humorous manner. His family can be proud of his record as a Councillor and as President of the Ballan Shire and his service to the community.

Tony Lynch Gordon

“Local papers are the lifeblood of local communities” - Premier of Victoria Daniel Andrews

(Victorian Country Press Annual Conference 2019)

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Sign of the (old) times

By Lachlan Ellis A pilot program proposed by the Moorabool Heritage Advisory Committee has seen 12 street signs across Moorabool replaced, with new signs honouring the streets’ historical namesakes.

Four streets in Bacchus Marsh, five in Ballan, and two in Myrniong have had new heritage street signs erected, with information about early residents, such as policemen and postmasters, added.

The Heritage Advisory Committee got together and chose the 12 streets, as well as researching the text to be used on the heritage signs, in February this year.

The aim of the program, according to a Council spokesperson, is to “promote and extend the knowledge of our local heritage”.

Manor, Young, Grant and Crook Streets in Bacchus Marsh, Inglis, Steiglitz, Cowie, Stead and Fisken Streets in Ballan, and Shuter and Hardy Streets in Myrniong have had heritage signs erected, honouring local figures from the 19th century.

With the Australian Heritage Festival beginning on 18 April, until 19 May, there is not a better time to explore your town or hamlet within the boundaries of Moorabool, and learn about some of the founding pioneers and buildings.

Adam Mullane and Corey Williams helped collect donations on the Ballan Fire Brigade truck on Good Friday. Photo – Helen Tatchell

An egg-cellent Friday

By Lachlan Ellis

Light shines on dodgy solar installs With demand for solar panels at an all-time high, the State Government has launched a new training program aimed at getting more licenced inspectors working across the state.

As part of the Government’s $11 million investment in training, Minister for Solar Homes, Lily D’Ambrosio, announced a new program to train more Licensed Electrical Inspectors (LEIs) and keep workers and households safe.

Minister D’Ambrosio said the program would reduce the amount of time it takes to get solar panels operating, boost the number of rebates granted under the Solar Homes program, and boost safety for Victorians having solar panels installed on their homes.

“We are making sure that safety is at the heart of how solar businesses operate in Victoria. These inspectors will ensure that Victoria leads the country in the safety of solar systems.” she said.

Government agency Solar Victoria has released a request for tender to develop the solar installation training modules, which are designed to upskill electricians and

provide more jobs in the solar industry for LEIs. CEO of Solar Victoria, Stan Krpan, said LEIs formed “an important feature of our solar safety framework”, and the new training program would “lead to further improvements in safety and compliance” in the solar industry.

In partnership with regulatory partner Energy Safe Victoria (ESV), Solar Victoria will host a series of roundtable discussions with industry stakeholders, to determine how to attract new LEIs to the industry.

ESV will also work on the development of the training, increasing technical support for solar panel installers.

“We are strengthening our support to LEIs to ensure they continue to deliver best practice safety outcomes.” ESV Commissioner Marnie Williams said.

Under 2019 Electrical Safety Regulations, all Victorian solar installations must be inspected by a Licensed Electrical Inspector before they are first switched on.

Over $17-million was donated to a hospital in one single day, with over $60,000 coming from the Moorabool area at the start of the Easter break.

The Good Friday Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal is an annual event across Victoria and Moorabool always digs deep and gets involved.

The Bacchus Marsh Lions Club raised a whopping $30,338.60 for the Appeal, while an alliance of Ballan community groups raised an incredible $30,779.90.

Bacchus Marsh Lions President Russ Hendry said he was extremely proud of the community and the club, which has rattled tins for the Appeal for 42 years.

“It was a big one. I’d like to give a big thank you to the community for donating, and the members and volunteers for the efforts they’ve put in,” Mr Hendry told the Moorabool News.

“Since Ben Noble took over in 2002, including this year’s figure, we have raised over $390,000. It’s pretty exceptional, we had a great day this year and had lots of volunteers help out.

“We have about 20 tins in shops around the town and empty them through the year – so thank you to those shop owners too,” he said.

Also doing their part for the Appeal were the Ballan Group of Brigades, comprised of the Ballan, Gordon, Greendale and Mt Egerton Fire Brigades.

The Brigades were aiming to beat their previous record of over $18,000 and smashed that target, raising an incredible $30,779.90.

The Ballan Lionesses also contributed two

weekends of takings from the Steptoes Op Shop and hosted a barbeque, donating $5,000 to the Ballan tally. Over the past decade, the Lionesses have donated more than $30,000 to the Good Friday Appeal. Club member Celia Meekings said the fundraising effort was simply “the obvious thing to do”.

Area Manager and Ballan CFA member Ian Ireland said the total raised in the area had been incredible.

“We did door-knocking, collecting out of the mobile service centres over two days which we’re very grateful for, and we also do a collection at the interchange at Daylesford Road and the Western Freeway. During the year, we have a bakery and a couple of hotels that accept donations for us too,” Mr Ireland said.

“When you think about it, we’re collecting from an area of say, 5,000 people…it’s incredible. We collected more than Mildura and Hamilton. It’s not a competition, but for a small amount of people, it’s a tremendous effort.

“It’s typical of rural towns…it’s a privilege to be able to collect. People respect it and just offer. It becomes a partial event, some people collect all year round and come with a bag of coins to tip into the container.”

Mr Ireland also heaped praise on the contributions of the Ballan Lionesses, not only to the Good Friday Appeal, but to the many charities the Lionesses support.

“They do a tremendous job with their op shop, and they give to nearly every community organisation in Ballan. At Christmas time they hand out money to so many organisations, it’s tremendous.” he said.

The Victorian effort Across the state, a total of $17,122,879 was raised – around $1.1 million short of the record total of $18.2 million raised in 2020, but nevertheless a marvellous result for the Appeal.

Executive Director of the Good Friday Appeal, Rebecca Cowan, thanked all those who donated, fundraised or otherwise participated in the worthy cause.

Since the Appeal started 90 years ago, it has raised over $381 million for the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne.

Romance is thriving however and you are floating like a feather all week.

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LEO—July 23-August 22

You are on air for much of this romantically upbeat period, with a relationship improving by heaps and bounds. Your financial picture requires a complete review.

Expect a surprise gift on the weekend.

Stars & Puzzles VIRGO—August 23-September 22

QUICK PUZZLE

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

This week may feature a promotion, a love note and a financial news-brightener. One caution, be sure to keep correspondence up to date.

TAURUS—April 21-May 22

Try to avoid conflict between family obligations and career responsibilities. A health improvement scheme should be prominent among resolutions. Financial advice may require clarification.

GEMINI—May 23-June 21

On Thursday and Friday, the focus is on patching up injured relationships. The weekend may include a news bulletin about an on-again, off-again event. A modest financial windfall may arrive later in the week.

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DOWN Bird (8) Nuisance (6) Climb (6) Chessman (4) Antenna (6) Cook (5) Examination (8) Responds (6) Shadowed (6) Drooped (6) Titles (5) Musical instrument (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE

ACROSS 6. Is it used for shooting fish? (5-6). 7. An invoice for the poster? (4). 8. Perverse, or just the opposite (8). 9. Careless again, young lady! (6). 10. Surface as the river-rat turns (6). 12. Perfumes and money smuggled into the ship (6). 15. Give, in an elastic sort of way (6). 17. He’d like you to provide food for him! (8). 19. Key man, back from Police Headquarters (4). 20. Do applicants for jobs in them go on waiting lists? (11).

DOWN 1. A horse is the last turn, with a cat on it (8). 2. “They’re derelicts,” said Rex (6). 3. Up at ten, love, is not with the lark! (6). 4. It’s turning right by the prison (4). 5. Ring a girl about her (6). 6. Pale just a tiny bit at one point (5).

11. Answering that one’s working again as a ferryman?

(8). 13. The cleaners and I brought in the seats (6). 14.

An underground passage gets the bus back on route (6). 15. Pay is up, unfortunately, on the railway (6). 16.

Plays and they sing (5). 18. Might be sent home (4).

SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9192

CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Water-pistol. 7, Bill. 8, Contrary. 9, Re-miss.

10, Tar-mac (rev.). 12, S.-Cent-s. 15, Supply. 17, Cannibal . 19, Yar-d (rev.). 20, Restaurants.

Down - 1,Stal-lion. 2, Wrecks (Rex). 3, Lin-net (rev.). 4, S’ti-r. 5, Gloria (o a girl anag.). 6, Whit-e. 11, Re-plying.

13, Cha-I-rs. 14, Sub-way. 15, Sala-ry. 16, Larks. 18, Nest (anag.).

QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Crosswords. 8, Pipe. 9, Spur. 10, Trade. 11, Noon. 12, Plaything. 16, Goldfinch. 20, Opal. 22, Aster.

23, Clap. 24, Tier. 25, Gooseberry.

Down - 1, Propel. 2, Ospreys. 3, Switch. 4, Ordain. 5, Aspen. 7, Spoon. 13, Ill. 14, Pitcher. 15, Spain. 17,Option. 18, Darned. 19, Chairs. 21, Large.

QUICK SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Rattlesnake. 7, Fair. 8, Greenfly. 9, Strike.

10, Desert. 12, Bright. 15, Spring. 17, Farthing. 19, Tame.

20, Table-tennis.

Down - 1, Starling. 2, Plague. 3, Ascend. 4, Pawn. 5, Feeler. 6, Roast. 11, Scrutiny. 13, Reacts. 14, Tailed.

15, Sagged. 16. Names. 18, Tuba.

CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Ring-master. 8, A-jar. 9, M’i-m’i (rev.). 10, Try-on. 11, Kind. 12, Sideboard. 16, White-beam. 20, Bill. 22, Anger (anag.). 23, A-shy. 24, Peas(Ps,Qs). 25, Shipwrecks.

Down - 1, R-i-mini. 2, Ignited (anag.). 3, Tattoo. 4, Stayer. 5, Frank. 7, P-a-int. 13, A-l-i. 14, Abraded (anag.). 15, Mined (mind). 17, H-agg-is. 18, Thrown (anag. North W.). 19, As-Hake. 21, Lass-o.

CANCER—June 22-July 22 Absentmindedness prevails. It’s easy to forget appointments and things have a way of going astray.

Romance is thriving however and you are floating like a feather all week.

LEO—July 23-August 22

You are on air for much of this romantically upbeat period, with a relationship improving by heaps and bounds. Your financial picture requires a complete review.

Expect a surprise gift on the weekend.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

There will, at the work place, be an easing up of frictions

by Thursday or friday. The weekend focuses on local travel. Property transactions are generally favoured but may require more legwork than expected.

LIBRA—September 23-October 22 You can give a friend a much needed shot in the arm, helping him/her over a major hurdle. Meanwhile, your own obstacle course should become less complicated, thanks to a mystery person.

SUDOKU

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Public relations activities are highlighted through the week. Your timing is impeccable and your wit sparkles.

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Later this week may see you making plans for a long term project. The weekend may offer offbeat travel opportunities. A personal difficulty could turn out to have a positive effect.

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AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Whether preparing income tax, meeting with a financial advisor or balancing your cheque book, don’t postpone accounting tasks. A supervisor or senior colleague becomes more cooperative and agreeable.

PISCES—February 20-March 20 Innovative ideas can be put into effect during this uncommonly productive week. Be sure to get all details correct before conveying any messages.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You are famous for your pioneering spirit and courageous approach. You have a tendency of monopolizing the limelight and wanting everything yesterday. Your quick wit and high energy level could lead to career advancements. Impatience could hinder relationships, so let them take their course.

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by Thursday or friday. The weekend focuses on local travel. Property transactions are generally favoured but may require more legwork than expected.

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SCORPIO—October 23-November 21

Public relations activities are highlighted through the week. Your timing is impeccable and your wit sparkles.

One caution - be sure to share the limelight with your partner.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22

Later this week may see you making plans for a long term project. The weekend may offer offbeat travel opportunities. A personal difficulty could turn out to have a positive effect.

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

News from abroad, which may arrive by the weekend, should solve a long time mystery. Consistency is essential in your work or academic environment. In love, variety is the operative word.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 Whether preparing income tax, meeting with a financial advisor or balancing your cheque book, don’t postpone accounting tasks. A supervisor or senior colleague becomes more cooperative and agreeable.

PISCES—February 20-March 20 Innovative ideas can be put into effect during this uncommonly productive week. Be sure to get all details correct before conveying any messages.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You are famous for your pioneering spirit and courageous approach. You have a tendency of monopolizing the limelight and wanting everything yesterday. Your quick wit and high energy level could lead to career advancements. Impatience could hinder relationships, so let them take their course.

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Tree Trimming & Felling Stump Removal Mulching Service Fully Insured Phone Allan Fenwick 0447 000 740

For Swimming Pools, Household Tanks, Stock, Roadworks Hire Call Gary McTigue

0419 008 027

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LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS MN02304G2

FUNERALS

THANK YOU

PUBLIC NOTICE

The family of BART RIBBINK would like to thank all, for their condolences over our grieving time.

Newcomer to town seeks friends of Bill W. Please call Barbara on 0353 67 1749.

Classified ad bookings close 12PM Friday.

Bookings on (03) 5368 1966 or by email — news@themooraboolnews.com.au Email must include full contact details or advertisement cannot be placed.

EMPLOYMENT

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WALKERS WANTED

Domestic and Commercial Fully Licensed and Insured Call Steve for a Quote 0439 476 966

To deliver catalogues in: Bacchus Marsh or Ballan Call Sue 0419 383 067

POSITION VACANT

THANK YOU

Helen and family wish to sincerely thank relatives, friends and neighbours for all acts of kindness and sympathy, food, flowers, cards, visits and kind words spoken to our family regarding the recent passing of John.

Thanks to Dr Ravin Sadhai and the Palliative Care Team at Bacchus Marsh Hospital. Special thanks to Sandi from the Palliative Care Team for supporting the family.

- Please accept this as our personal Thank you -

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The Moorabool News – 20 April, 2021 Page 19 Ballarat Football/Netball League

Central Highlands Netball League

NETBALL Central Highlands Netball League SENIOR Ballarat Football/Netball League Results – Round 1

Results – Round 1 Club Carngham Beaufort Bungaree Buninyong Clunes Creswick Waubra Dunnstown Skipton Gordon Daylesford Hepburn Springbank Newlyn Learmonth Rokewood Bye - Ballan

Senior Netball – Results Round 1

Results – Round 1

13&U 30 4 4 29 16 1 17 1 22 11 10 17 48 6 40 0

15&U 41 6 33 14 33 1 10 39 31 8 11 29 7 27 29 5

17&U 14 22 16 43 6 52 26 28 33 11 8 34 22 17 24 7

C 25 19 19 38 28 29 10 46 13 45 20 63 47 19 30 15

B 25 32 18 59 28 46 48 16 21 41 12 58 36 20 37 10

A 22 69 16 67 33 40 32 38 39 38 bye 66 16 38 30

Ballarat Football League Results - Round 1 Seniors Sebastopol 13.14 (92) def East Point 11.8 (74) Melton 16.17 (113) def Melton South 6.8 (44) North Ballarat 13.15 (93) def Redan 11.9 (75) Ballarat 9.12 (66) def Bacchus Marsh 5.10 (40) Sunbury 14.15 (99) def Darley 11.4 (70) Reserves East Point 15.20 (110) def Sebastopol 7.3 (45) Melton 10.5 (65) def Melton South 5.6 (36) Redan 12.4 (76) def North Ballarat 8.7 (55) Bacchus Marsh 9.9 (63) def Ballarat 6.11 (47) Sunbury 10.9 (69) def Darley 6.4 (40) Under 19s East Point 29.16 (190) def Sebastopol 2.1 (13) North Ballarat 10.11 (71) def Redan 6.7 (43) Ballarat 14.11 (95) def Bacchus Marsh 4.1 (25) Darley 9.17 (71) def Sunbury 6.10 (46)

BFL Top Goal Kickers

SENIORS Ryan Carter Benjamin Said

Melton............................................... 5 Darley............................................... 3

RESERVES Leigh Brennan

Sunbury............................................ 5

UNDER 19s Jesse Cairns Darcy Emonson Joshua Carlyle-Marks Josh Quinlan Ashton Craig

East Point.......................................... 5 East Point.......................................... 5 East Point.......................................... 5 Darley............................................... 3 Bacchus Marsh................................ 3

Club East Point Sebastopol Melton Melton South Redan Nth Ballarat City Ballarat Bacchus Marsh Darley Sunbury

A 36 34 36 43 36 53 47 28 61 43

B 49 13 39 26 33 32 61 13 46 47

C 39 22 35 38 29 32 54 12 44 22

D 42 20 44 22 30 34 34 24 22 40

19&U 17 42 27 29 40 13 47 16

E 33 10 33 17 11 34 35 8 -

Central Highlands Football League RESULTS – Round 1 Seniors Bungaree 7.9-51 lost Buninyong 8.4-52 Clunes 10.18-78 def Creswick 3.7-25 Daylesford 0.0-0 lost Hepburn 1.2-8 Learmonth 11.8-74 lost R’wood/C’hap 11.10-76 Skipton 8.10-58 lost Gordon 19.12-126 Springbank 13.8-86 lost Newlyn 15.10-100 Waubra 12.11-83 def Dunnstown 9.12-66 C’ham/Linton 6.8-44 lost Beaufort 7.8-50 Bye – Ballan Reserves Bungaree 5.3-33 lost Buninyong 12.15-87 Clunes 1.3-9 lost Creswick 31.19-205 Daylesford 3.6-24 lost Hepburn 20.12-132 Learmonth 3.7-25 lost R’wood/C’hap 9.9-63 Skipton 8.6-54 lost Gordon 8.10-58 Springbank 3.8-26 def Newlyn 2.7-19 Waubra 10.6-66 def Dunnstown 6.8-44 C’ham/ Linton 6.12-48 def Beaufort 2.3-15 Bye – Ballan Under 18 Clunes 3.0-18 lost Creswick 24.13-157 Daylesford 3.5-23 lost Hepburn 11.3-69 Learmonth 0.2-2 lost R’wood/C’hap 20.11-131 Skipton 6.5-41 lost Gordon 11.7-73 Springbank 7.9-51 drew Newlyn 8.3-51 Waubra 10.11-71 def Dunnstown 4.6-30 C’ham/ Linton 3.6-24 lost Beaufort 12.15-87 Bye – Ballan Under 15 Daylesford 10.27-87 def Hepburn 1.0-6 Learmonth 13.12-90 def R’wood/C’hap 1.1-7 Skipton 9.4-58 def Gordon 5.6-36 Springbank 15.13-103 def Newlyn 1.0-6 Waubra 11.6-72 def Dunnstown 0.1-1 Bungaree 0.0-0 lost Buninyong 25.10-160 C’ham/ Linton 6.6-42 def Beaufort 4.3-27 Bye – Ballan Under 12 Daylesford 8.2-50 def Hepburn 0.0-0 Learmonth 8.6-54 def R’wood/C’hap 0.3-3 Skipton 10.11-71 def Gordon 0.0-0 Waubra 2.5-17 lost Dunnstown 2.7-19 Bungaree 1.1-7 lost Buninyong 6.8-44 C’ham/ Linton 3.5-23 lost Beaufort 4.3-27 Bye – Ballan

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Page 20 The Moorabool News – 20 April, 2021

Lions draw curtain on successful season

By Todd Whelan

Darley Cricket Club’s successful 2020/21 season has been celebrated in fine style as the Lions faithful, including Life Members and players, past and present, attended the Presentation event at Darley Park recently.

Once known as the Parwan Cricket Club up until 1999, Darley has now officially etched its own name into the record books and onto the list of back-to-back Ballarat Cricket Association Premiers (1st XI). Three generations of overwhelming Lions support attended the Gold Letter event to acknowledge all award recipients. While such an event normally spells the end of a bygone season, the significance and victorious nature of 2020/21 leaves the door slightly ajar to savour and celebrate for many years to come. *Darley is delighted to announce the signing of GDCA gun all-rounder Dilan Chandima from Sunbury United.

Chandima made 1032 runs @68 and took 26 wickets @16 with his leg spin. The signing couldn’t be timelier for the Lions after Anthony Taylor informed the club of his move to Queensland. Also, reigning dual Premiership coach Brian Wheelahan has signed on for another season.

Club Person of the Year: Ash Appleby Senior Coaches Award: Daniel Hynes Darley CC Champion The Tim Burns Memorial Medal is awarded to the player adjudged Club Champion across all grades, with votes in each grade taken into consideration and weighted accordingly.

1st - Danza Hyatt (137.5 votes) 2nd - Hasitha Wickramasinghe (89.2 votes).

1ST XI Awards Tim Burn Memorial Best and Fairest 1st - Danza Hyatt (20 votes), Rahmatullah Khwaja (20 votes) Batting avg - Danza Hyatt - 605 runs @ 40.33 average Bowling avg - Khwaja 29 wickets @ 11.14 avg.

2ND XI Awards Tim Burn Memorial Best and Fairest 1st - Ash Appleby (12 votes) 2nd - Liam Cornford (7 votes) Batting - Ash Appleby - 159 runs @ 19.88 Bowling - Ash Appleby - 15 wickets @ 16.4 3RD XI Awards Tim Burn Memorial Best and Fairest 1st - Clint Salisbury (18 votes) - 2nd: Rocky Hoey (10 votes) Batting - Clint Salisbury - 435 runs @ 54.38 Bowling - Reagan King - 15 wickets @ 29 4TH XI Awards Tim Burn Memorial Best and Fairest 1st - Tim Gallagher (16 votes), 2nd: Josh Hynes (8 votes) Batting - Tim Gallagher - 726 runs @ 66 Bowling - Dale De amyand - 12 wickets @ 18.25 5TH XI Awards Tim Burn Memorial Best and Fairest 1st - Brett Azzopardi (13 votes) - 2nd: Max Hoey (9 votes) Batting - Brett Azzopardi 107 runs @ 8.9 Bowling - Brett Azzopardi 10 wickets @ 37 SENIOR WOMEN Batting - Kim Bessell - 76 runs @ 38 avg Bowling - Jessica Roberts - 4 wickets Coaches Award - Jasmine Kilmartin

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Not the best start to season opener Bacchus Marsh FNC v Ballarat (Round 1)

By Todd Whelan

Ballan Bowling Club

By Tony Birch

The club held their annual Tournament, sponsored by Premier Fencing. A strong field of 16 teams from around the district including Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Bannockburn, Geelong and Melbourne, along with local teams, were competing for good prize money and glory. After a great feed, refreshments and friendly banter the winners were announced.

Winners Dave Kelly, Ron Verlin, Ross Powell and Ken Johnson (Learmonth).

Runners Up Glen Sargent, Anne Draffin, Alistair Van Der Ploeg and Scott Mc Connell (Composite team).

Last Sunday (11 April) saw the Club Pairs start with a strong field of players, all eyeing for the glory.

It was a cold windy day, but all players were keen to show what they had. After a hard-fought day, it was the pairing of Dave Myers and Chris Love who will play in the final against Rick Sloan and Greg Heverin for bragging rights. Date to be announced.

Ballan Golf Club

Results - Week ending Saturday 17 April Wednesday - Stableford Winner - Barry Lenaghan (17) 38 points.

R/up - Bill Pickering (17) 35 points.

Magpie - 14th Jim Walsh.

NTPs - 12th John Costello, 15th Hugh Miller.

Saturday - Stableford & Jack Papworth Cup Semi Finals.

A GRADE: Winner - Damian Toohey (9) 36 points.

R/up - Frank Raffaele (8) 34 points on c/b from Anthony Moore (6).

B GRADE: Winner - Ian Bragge (16) 41 points.

R/up - James Duffy (13) 40 points.

C GRADE: Winner - Vic Buttigieg (29) 40 points.

R/up - Tom Paarhammer (19) 39 points.

NTPs - 12th Denis Conroy, 15th Peter Cox (Hole-in-one).

Magpies - 14th Frank Raffaele, 18th Tom Paarhammer.

Balls 7 Cut-off 38 points Ian Bragge, James Duffy, Vic Buttigieg, Jason Bonar, Tom Paarhammer, Ken Muhlhan, Ian Perks.

Jack Papworth Cup Semi Final Play-off Bob Arklay & Hugh Miller defeated Denis Conroy & Frank Raffaele.

Jack Papworth Final Bob Arklay & Hugh Miller v Chris Tudor & Les Martin.

To be played on or before 8 May 2021.

Dunnstown Netball

By Karen Cahir

Saturday’s trip to Waubra has been a long time in the making and how good was it to see everyone again.

The girls looked extra smart in their new dresses, having replaced the purple for a touch of blue.

Welcome to all our new players and families especially the under 13Bs who are just beginning their netball journey.

Mixed results for the day with a couple of big wins and even a few nail biters.

Well done everyone #UTT #uptowngirls #thisgirlcan Results – Round 1 13B & Under: Waubra 5 def Dunnstown 0 Awards - Olivia Hyland & Sophie Howard 13A & Under: Waubra 17 def Dunnstown 1 Awards - Emma Bethune, Frankie McDonald & Billie Donald 15 & Under: Waubra 10 lost Dunnstown 39 Awards - Meg Cahir, Isla McKay & Keily Peterken 17 & Under: Waubra 26 lost Dunnstown 28 Awards - Amy O’Loughlin, Zoe Britt & Charlie Cahir C Grade: Waubra 10 lost Dunnstown 46 Awards - Billie O’Loughlin & Sally McKay B Grade: Waubra 48 def Dunnstown 16 Awards - Holly Keating & Paris Shrive A Grade: Waubra 32 lost Dunnstown 38 Awards - Amy Purtell & Claire Van Dreven

Cobra fans were left feeling deflated after their 24-point defeat on the road against Ballarat under lights at Alfredton Oval on Saturday.

While the lead was shared for the best part of three and a half quarters, it was a Josh Gibson-less Swans outfit who kicked away late to duly salute. The loss adds to the Cobras poor record in Ballarat with just two wins from their last 10 trips down the highway (last win August 18, 2018).

While playing coach Tom German received close attention, little was known about the capabilities of a host of new Cobra faces. The real focus of the Swans was to trust what they know and deny forward duo Jake Owen and Aaron Willetts any supply given their success over recent meetings.

Reigning Swans best and fairest Marcus Powling was spared the ruck duties playing a kick behind the ball and was a major contributor shutting off the Cobras efforts moving closer to goal.

With clearance numbers near equal, it would be efficiency by hand or by foot that would tell of another story, reflective on the scoreboard. Both coaches agreed in the aftermath that the Swans were far more effective with their ball use. Swans skipper Sam James and fellow mid Lachie Dawson featured prominently between the arcs as stoppage after stoppage represented the low scoring nature of the battle.

Cobra’s veteran defender Daniel Veldon did a sterling job on reigning BFNL leading goalkicker Andrew Hooper (1 goal) to feature among the best players alongside star ruckman Daniel Burton who rarely plays a bad game. Newcomers Ryan Bartlett and Jayden Owen (two goals) lived up to their early hype and will be crucial to the Cobras fortunes moving forward.

For the Swans, their immediate future looks bright given Hooper will be better for the run and marquee signing Josh Gibson (general soreness) nears his much-anticipated debut in the red and white.

It’s only Round One, so no panic stations yet for Bacchus Marsh but what to do this week at the selection table up against cross-town rivals Darley with problems of their own, will amount to compelling interest come Saturday evening 6.15pm. You can guarantee the perceived ‘upset’ loss to Ballarat will be a distant memory for the Cobras and their new coach if they can get the job done. We shall wait and see.

WHAT THE COACHES SAID Where was the game WON/LOST? GERMAN (B/Marsh) - When we conceded three goals late in the final quarter.

CARMODY (Ballarat) - Both sides were solid on the inside, but we spread very well. We limited the Cobras forward entries denying Jake Owen and Aaron Willetts real opportunity to hit the scoreboard.

Rate your DEFENCE GERMAN (B/Marsh) - Held up well.

CARMODY (Ballarat) - Our guys have been good for a while now. We’re another year older and our organisation (in defense) continues to improve.

Rate your MIDFIELD GERMAN (B/Marsh) - Despite winning clearance, we were well beaten in work rate.

CARMODY (Ballarat) - Were challenged early but we rotated about seven or eight players through there to keep it fresh. As I said earlier, we were good on the outside and our wingmen played their roles.

Rate your FORWARDS GERMAN (B/Marsh) - We have areas of improvement we need to work at and our supply alone, into the forward line is one of them.

CARMODY (Ballarat) - Still a work in progress. Only (Andrew) Hooper from 2019 is left. We’re hopeful our front six can find a connection with more games.

FINAL SCORES: Bacchus Marsh 3.1-19, 4.3-27, 4.6-30, 5.10-40 lost to Ballarat 2.1-13, 3.6-24, 4.8-32, 9.12-66 BEST: B/Marsh - D. Burton, R. Bartlett, D. Veldon, Jayden Owen, H. King, T. Wardell.

Ballarat - M. Powling, L. Dawson, N. Weightman, S. James, W. Liston, D. Kennedy.

GOALS: B/Marsh - Jayden Owen 2, A. Willetts, Jake Owen 1.

Ballarat - L. Prendergast 2, W. Garner 1, J. Crawford, D. Kennedy, S. James, J. Blackburn, A. Hooper, N. Weightman.

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WINNERS – (L-R) M. Reissman, G. Harrington, D. Hardiment, P. Blyth, J. Webster, I. King, G. Holt, R. Greening, I. Bowker, J. Higgins, D. Tudball, D. Lyons, R. Hitchings, J. Inglis, K. Thompson, J. MacKinnon. Photo - submitted

Country club take metro title

Bacchus Marsh Bowls Club|

By Todd Whelan Division 5 Metropolitan Premiers (Western region) Bacchus Marsh Bowls Club has gone one better in the post season to claim the overall title, with a nail-biting four shot win over Clayton in Noble Park.

To put the achievement into perspective BMBC had to survive a knock-out type post season tournament against the winners of the remaining nine sections that make-up Division 5 Metro.

Wins against Doncaster (East), Moonee Ponds (Central) and Warbuton (North) set up a memorable showdown with Clayton (South).

Each of the four rinks shared their moment in the sun during the post season before BMBC claimed the ultimate piece of silverware.

While skipper Greg Holt’s (31-11) victory was significant on the overall result on the final day, Ross Greening (16-17), Michael Reissman (20/20) and Di Hardiment (20-35) should be equally as proud having held a determined Clayton outfit at bay in difficult conditions.

It was even more satisfying for 64-yearold Holt, who was in a hospital bed just 12 months ago after suffering a stroke and wasn’t sure if he would ever play again.

“We’re just over the moon,” Holt said.

“It really was a great day for the club considering the recent merge of Bacchus Marsh and the Avenue Bowling Club.”

Holt said to win a flag in their first season together and in Metro, “is a huge boost for the club moving forward.”

Experienced fellow skipper Ross Greening was thrilled in the aftermath following an arduous post season campaign.

“We played Saturday and Sunday every weekend for three weeks,” Greening said.

“To win on the final Sunday was a huge relief given what was at stake.”

Greening said he has been bowling for 30-years and “never won anything as big as this.”

Newly promoted bowler Kerry Thompson was inspirational and selfless at the presentation, offering his medal to a particular player who was unavailable for the final due to family reasons – a real Bob Murphy (AFL) moment.

Chairman of selectors Phil Minitti certainly didn’t underplay the significance of the win.

“These guys have been on a marathon journey to achieve this result.

“We’ll celebrate as one that’s for sure, and we won’t have any trouble finding pride of place for this flag,” he said.

That opportunity will come to fruition at the BMBC Presentation Night on Saturday May 15 at Lord Street Bacchus Marsh – all welcome.

Ballarat Cricket Association Awards Ballan Junior Cricket Club

Under 13 Noah Pace - 2nd in League - batting award 227 runs @ 45.4.

Kayden Heafield - 3rd in League - bowling award 12 wickets @ 7.00.

Beth Davenport - 4th in U/17 Girls League Most Valuable Player.

Under 15s Aussie McIlwaine - League Most Valuable Player 1st in League - batting award - 299 runs @ 299.

Jack Jarvis – R/up League Most Valuable Player 1st in League - bowling award - 18 wickets @ 5.63 3rd in League - batting award.

Ned Loft - 2nd in League - batting award.

Under 17s Kobe Heafield - League Most Valuable Player.

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Bacchus Marsh Women’s Division 1 team.

Bacchus Marsh Soccer Club Results - Round 1

U/13s Open: Bacchus Marsh 0 lost Buninyong 2 U/15s Open: BYE U/17s Open: BYE Women’s Division 1 Bacchus Marsh 0 lost Ballarat 1 With three women playing their first ever games, it was a hard-fought match that the team never let get away from them.

A dominant performance that’s not reflected in the score line, has shown the team that there’s still a lot to come from them.

Senior Men Division 1: Bacchus Marsh 2 def Vic Park 1 Goals - Thomas Shaw (1), Chris Pratt (1) Division 2: Bacchus Marsh 4 def Vic Park 0 Goals - Thomas Shaw (1), Chris Pratt (1), Jackson Almenara (1), Daniel Pasza (1).

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Lions too hungry for Devils Darley FNC v Sunbury (Round 1)

By Todd Whelan Darley was simply outclassed by a rampant Sunbury in its season opener under the new lights at Darley Park on Saturday, to the tune of 29-points.

A monster crowd starved of local footy witnessed the Devils lose just their third game at home dating back to the beginning of 2018.

Despite the Devils trailing by one point after an entertaining first term, questions were asked by the visiting Lions whether they could maintain a similar intensity for longer. The real answer was a proven ‘no’, as an impressive Sunbury outfit piled on 8.10 to 1.3 over the middle period to set up a matchwinning 50-point lead at the final change. The margin in the end flattered a weary Devils 22 who were able to find some resistance late, booting the last four goals of the game.

But the difference between the two sides was palpable as the Lions half back line and midfield combination proved too much to contain. The Devils struggled to match up against new additions Daniel Toman and Josh Guthrie especially, while Tyson Lever and Mitch Conn were dominant in transition, benefitting from the Devils poor ball use going forward.

Darley had few winners on the night and spent the most part ‘chasing tail’. By the time they won the ball back through the second and third terms, increasing fatigue disabled any likelihood of high percentage returns in efficiency. Sunbury’s transition from turnover saw them rebound coast to coast seamlessly for periods as the Devils were overwhelmed with the Lions superior work-rate and ball retention.

Werribee affiliated defender Matthew Brett made his debut in Darley colours and was clearly the Devils best player. If not for Brett and Darren Leonard’s defensive efforts and Blake Colley’s metres gained out of the back half, the margin at half time could easily have been more as the Lions dominated possession with repeated forward 50 entries. Youngster Andy Azzopardi was given a job on reigning Henderson Medalist Alik Magin and stuck to his task admirably. Given the landslide differential in uncontested possession in favour of the Lions, you would expect Magin to have ‘dined-out’.

Although Magin had his moments, Azzopardi displayed a credible accountability that coach Dan Roy would have wanted from the rest of the group.

Kai Coghlan, Finn Burns and Lane Havelburg debuted for the Devils and will have mixed memories of their first taste of senior footy. Coghlan left the field early with an ankle

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complaint and didn’t return while Havelburg and Burns dug in at times and wore the brunt of a physical Sunbury hunting the footy. Their footy will be better for the experience.

More seasoned campaigners Jake Ancrum, Harley Inglis and Shane Page toiled manfully while newcomer Ben Said booted three goals.

While it was only a small sample of what to expect in 2021, we learned that Darley will have their fair share of battles ahead and Sunbury, if given the license afforded to them on Saturday night will be hard to beat.

Given work rate (lack of) was the common theme in both Darley and Bacchus Marsh’s opening round losses we need only look forward to this Saturday for redemption.

WHAT THE COACHES SAID Where was the game WON/LOST? ROY (Darley) - Sunbury’s half back line was very good.

They set up really well and we allowed them far too many uncontested marks.

HODGSON (Sunbury) - Our transition out of the backline was terrific. We went coast to coast numerous times. The result would have been even sweeter had we maximised our opportunities on the scoreboard.

Rate your DEFENCE ROY (Darley) - A highly rated effort from our defence led by Matthew Brett and Darren Leonard.

HODGSON (Sunbury) - Sensational. Could have had all starting six defenders in our best players.

Rate your MIDFIELD ROY (Darley) - Poor. Didn’t man up and virtually zero transition for 70% of the game.

HODGSON (Sunbury) - Really good. (We) won contested ball and were very efficient exiting stoppage.

Rate your FORWARDS ROY (Darley) – Unfortunately, our forwards rated low, and our pressure was down. In fairness our effectiveness forward was made more difficult with poor entries.

HODGSON (Sunbury) - Our forwards did not make the most of their opportunities.

FINAL SCORES Darley - 4.1-25, 4.2-26, 5.4-34, 11.4-70 lost to Sunbury - 4.2-26, 7.7-49, 12.12-84, 14.15-99 BEST: Darley - M. Brett, D. Leonard, J. Ancrum, A. Azzopardi, H. Inglis, S. Page, B. Colley Sunbury - J. Guthrie, B. Toman, A. Magin, T. Lever, M. Conn, J. Hannet, N. Wood, C. Mobilio

GOALS: Darley - B. Said 3, L. Spiteri 2, A. Azzopardi 1, J. Edwards, J. Bewley, M. Banner, H. Inglis, J. Ancrum Sunbury - J. Guthrie 3, J. Goater 2, H. Ross, M. Conn, L. Goater 1, A. Goodsen, D. Toman, M. Edwards, T. Werner Bring on the local derby this Saturday night - Bacchus Marsh vs Darley at Maddingley Park (6.15pm start) - LISTEN LIVE RADIO Apple 98.5FM or stream via www.apple985fm.com. au

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Bacchus Marsh Cricket Club

Brandan Watson Scholarship Winners Darcy Bishop Isaac Nixon Emma Niessen Bruce Cowan Shield Most Outstanding Junior in Senior Cricket 2019/20 - William Lalor 2020/21 - Luca Kraljik Ian Closter Memorial Shield Best Player Under 23yo 2019/20 - Mace Cousins 2020/21 - Alex Porter 1st XI - McINTYRE CUP GRADE CHAMPION David Baker Memorial Shield Alex Porter BATTING Robert Dickson Memorial Shield James Lidgett BOWLING Jim Delahey Memorial Shield Jared Taylor CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Josh Calvitto 2nd XI GRADE CHAMPION - Archie Lalor BATTING - Hamish Garner BOWLING - Archie Lalor CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Luca Kraljik 3rd XI GRADE CHAMPION - Kapil Dua & Sam Rousch BATTING - Kapil Dua BOWLING - Rohan Lyle CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Riley Huxtable SENIOR WOMEN’S GRADE CHAMPION - Natalie Grero BATTING - Natalie Grero BOWLING - Natalie Grero

4th XI GRADE CHAMPION - Frank Pawlowicz BATTING - Scott Whiteway BOWLING - Frank Pawlowicz CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Josh McGrath 5th XI GRADE CHAMPION - Tarkyn Hamilton BATTING - Alex Byham BOWLING - Isaac Nixon CAPTAIN’S AWARD: Armi Wakefield 6th XI GRADE CHAMPION - Brendan Cross BATTING - Shazmil Hazary BOWLING - Peter Dickson CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Isaac Nixon 7th XI BATTING - Rob Scardamaglia BOWLING - Mark Farrell GRADE CHAMPION - Peter Smith CAPTAIN’S AWARD - Oliver Cukavac DON’S DOZEN Team of the Year Tom Wardell (C) Kapil Dua (VC) Spencer Jenks Scott Whiteway Armi Wakefield Angus Jones Steve Freeman Brandon Moss Theodore Farrell Tim Ovenden Jack Powell Archie Lalor MILESTONE GAMES 300 Games: Frank Pawlowicz, Scott Wakefield 250 Games: Chris Amphlett 200 Games: Shaun Taylor, Mark Hooper 100 Games: Tom Wardell, Jared Taylor, Olly Powell, Alex Porter

GDCA League Presentation

SENIOR WOMEN’S BATTING AVERAGE Sarah Bamford - 93 runs @ 93.00 McINTYRE BOWLING AVERAGE Jared Taylor - 21 wickets @ 12.29 McINTYRE TEAM OF THE YEAR 2020/21 James Lidgett (vice-captain) Ian Spiteri Jared Taylor Alex Porter McINTYRE TEAM OF THE YEAR 2019/20 James Lidgett Ian Spiteri SULLIVAN MEDAL James Lidgett (equal 2nd)

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