Moorabool News May 30

INSIDE THIS WEEK...

By Lachlan Ellis

A local historical society has had the chance to visit a set of more than century-old sandstone jail cells, the protection of which led to the society’s founding.

The Bacchus Marsh & District Historical Society (BMDHS) formed on 4 October 1968, when a group of like-minded locals banded together to stop the old sandstone jail cells from being moved out of Bacchus Marsh.

Built back in 1857, Society members got the chance to visit and examine the historical buildings last week, with members from Bacchus Marsh Police Station inviting them over

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for a morning tea.

BMDHS President Barb McMillan said it was fantastic to get the opportunity to see the old cells in-person.

“It was really great, we’ve heard so much about them and seen photos, but to actually see them in real life was absolutely fantastic. Originally, they were located in the police paddocks in Maddingley, and they were moved into Main Street block by block. They were used up until 1960,” she told the Moorabool News.

“The police officers were wonderful, they put on a lovely morning tea for us. It was a great morning, we’re very appreciative of them thinking to invite us to have a look at them. The

members who came along really enjoyed the opportunity.”

The sandstone police cells are the oldest the Australian Heritage Commission has dates for, and the oldest on the Heritage Victoria Register.

“They’re either the only example, or one of a few, that they’ve actually got a date for, that’s still around today,” Ms McMillan said.

The lock-up was built by the Public Works Department and consists of a simple two cell rectangular building, made of local sandstone finished to a fair face with the interior lined in timber heavy sawn planks for walls and floors, and logs for the ceiling.

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BMDHS member John Hannah peers out of one of the sandstone cells at Main Street.

Photo – Bruce Carboon

‘Tough budget’ released

By Lachlan Ellis

It’s been a month full of budgets, and last Tuesday it was the State Budget that was released, which Moorabool Shire Council has praised for honouring election promises.

Funding provided in the Budget for Moorabool includes $2.9 million for the bowls and community hub at Taverner St in Bacchus Marsh, money for a dog park in Bacchus Marsh, and $20,000 for the Gordon Recreation Reserve Master Plan.

There is also $25 million for traffic lights at the Griffith St/ Grant St intersection in Bacchus Marsh, as well as $3 million for upgrades at St Bernard’s Primary School, and an extension of the Maddingley bus service to Stonehill Estate.

While acknowledging that it was understandable the State Budget would be “tough” given the state’s level of debt, Moorabool Shire Mayor Cr Rod Ward welcomed the funding provided to the local projects.

“Griffith St has become so busy in recent years with the increase in industry and residential population in Maddingley, plus the two schools in the vicinity, so this funding will help ease congestion and get traffic moving more freely,’” Cr Ward said.

“The bowls and community hub has been one of our biggest priority projects so we’re very pleased with the State Government’s commitment to it.”

As for future projects, Cr Ward said Council was “keen to get some detail on some of the state-wide announcements and grants programs, such as the $10 million Tiny Towns Fund, to see if we can apply for any funds for our communities”.

“It does appear there is significantly reduced funding under the Growing Suburbs Fund, which we have successfully used in the past for projects such as Darley Pavilion and West Maddingley Early Years Hub."

Cr Ward said this reduction will make it harder to secure funds for projects like these in the future.

MP for Eureka, Michaela Settle, said she was proud that the State Government had honoured its promises to help fund these projects for Moorabool Shire.

“I’m really delighted that this budget continues to do what really matters. We’re very clear that we’re aware of the cost-of-living pressures facing people, and I think the Treasurer has delivered a pretty extraordinary budget. We’re the only state with a plan to pay down that COVID debt…we’ve got a really concrete plan,” Ms Settle told the Moorabool News.

“I’m delighted the Treasurer has been able to deliver that, but also continue to deliver the really important upgrades we’ve always committed to across the health system and education.”

Government continues to hit business

And while there have been positive initiatives including funding for manufacturing, major events, exports, renewable energy, and training, business groups have expressed concern over new taxes in the Budget.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed the increase in the payroll tax threshold from $700,000 to $900,000 in 2023-24 and $1 million in 2024-25, and the progressive reform to abolish stamp duty in favour of an annual land tax for commercial and industrial properties, but it has criticised the new ‘COVID Debt Levy’.

The COVID Debt Levy will apply an additional payroll tax of 0.5 per cent to businesses with a national payroll over $10 million, or 1 per cent for those with a national payroll over $100 million.

The Levy is expected to raise $8.6 billion over the next four years, and is set to remain in place until 2033, with COVID debt currently sitting at an estimated $31.5 billion.

“The State Budget takes Victoria from the most locked down state in Australia to one of the highest taxing, as the Government continues to hit business with the bill for the debt incurred throughout the pandemic and cost blowouts in the WorkCover scheme,” the Chamber’s Chief Executive, Paul Guerra, said last Tuesday.

“The Government says this is the plan to pay off the ‘COVID credit card debt’ but they’re doing that by using medium to large businesses and property owners as an ATM over the next 10 years. It’s certainly a departure from the ‘all in it together’ approach taken throughout the pandemic, and this will directly impact jobs and investment in Victoria.”

The threshold for Victoria’s land tax — which does not apply to the family home — will also be lowered from $300,000 to $50,000.

This is combined with the removal of the tax-free threshold for businesses with payrolls over $5 million, and owners of one more property, in addition to a 42 per cent increase to WorkCover premiums, which the Chamber says “will be difficult to absorb…in a tough economic climate”, especially for medium and large businesses.

Agribusiness owner reaps award

By Lachlan Ellis

A local business owner has been honoured with a regional award, along with a $500 cash prize.

Asha Shanahan owns Crossroads Trading Ballan with her husband Bernie, and received the Agribusiness Achiever of the Year award at the Ballarat Rural Achiever Awards on Friday 28 April.

Though not one to boast, Ms Shanahan said she was proud to win the award as a woman in agribusiness.

“It’s nice to be recognised. There were four other finalists from all different areas, so it was a bit of a surprise to win,” she told the Moorabool News.

“We’ve owned the business for five years, and it’s been a great five years. Our business is going well because we have a broad range of products, we’re so diverse, from animal health, to fencing, and all those kinds of things.”

When asked what the response to her award win had been like from staff and customers, Ms Shanahan said she’d tried to hide the award to avoid attention, but had still been showered in gifts and congratulations.

“I’ve still got flowers and balloons sitting on my desk…I tried to hide my award and my staff pulled it out and sat it on my desk, but it’s nice. People appreciate what I do and see that I care, and all those kinds of things…so it’s been nice,” she said.

As for the $500 prize that came with the award, Ms Shanahan said she plans to use it “to invest in more professional development for me, so I can keep improving our team”.

Treasurer Tim Pallas released the State Budget last Tuesday. Photo – Parliament of Victoria

Asha Shanahan has won this year’s Agribusiness Achiever of the Year award. Photo – The Moorabool News

Climb for a

By Lachlan Ellis

Climbing 28 flights of stairs sounds like a fair effort, let alone in several kilos of firefighting gear – but that’s just what a group of local firefighters will do in September for some fantastic causes.

Eleven members of the Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade have signed up to be a part of the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb, donning 25 kilos of turnout gear and breathing apparatus to raise funds to fight against cancer, depression, and suicide.

The team will join firefighters from across the state to climb the stairs at Crown Metropol, with both a competitive and non-competitive version of the Climb to be held on Saturday 2 September.

Community Safety Manager Chris Small is one of those eleven, and said the Brigade was proud to support such worthy causes through the Stair Climb.

“Universally, these are great causes to get behind. Mental health is something that’s quite close to us as individuals and the Brigade itself, and certainly CFA as well with our wellbeing programs and so forth. Being first responders, we can arrive at events that are quite confronting,” Mr Small told the Moorabool News.

“We’re really wanting to make as much of a contribution to the fundraising total as we can. Every dollar counts.”

This will be the fourth time Bacchus Marsh firefighters have taken part in the Stair Climb, previously taking part in 2019, 2020, and a virtual version of the event in 2021.

At the time of writing, the Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade has raised a total of $3,770, with Brigades across the state hoping to raise a combined total of $700,000.

Mr Small said the 1000+ Steps in Darley had been instrumental in their training for the event, “starting with our civvy clothes and slowly adding firefighting equipment as we go to build ourselves up to it”.

To donate and help increase their tally, visit www.firefighterclimb.org.au/station/cfa/bacchus-marsh.

Kellie Kendrick and Warren Maynard from the Coimadai Fire Brigade will also be taking part – you can view their fundraising page at www.firefighterclimb.org.au/station/cfa/ coimadai.

Eleven Bacchus Marsh CFA members will take part in the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb (not pictured: Ryan O’Shannessy and Stuart Walsh). Photo – Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade

Winter wonderings unveiled

Art enthusiasts and supporters of the arts have braved the winter chill, to attend the ‘Winter Wonderings’ exhibition opening this month.

Held on Friday 19 May at the Ballan Arts Space, the event offered an opportunity to appreciate local artwork, share culinary delights, sip fine wine, and immerse in live music orchestrated by Ballan’s own, Nina Rootsey.

Established in August of last year, the Ballan Arts Space operates under the stewardship of the Ballan and District Artists Collective. The volunteer-driven group is fuelled by a passionate desire to elevate the arts within the region.

“This marks our seventh themed exhibition since the gallery’s inception,” a spokesperson for the Artists Collective said, brimming with excitement and pride.

“Each time artists deliver their pieces, it’s a delightful flurry of surprise and admiration. The diversity and high-quality work from local and regional artists who opt to exhibit here is continuously awe-inspiring.”

Managing each exhibition presents its own set of challenges, as the team strives to do justice to each piece. Yet, the Collective agrees that the payoff comes during the opening celebrations.

“To be able to stand back, absorb the entirety of the exhibition, and engage in discussions about the artwork with the artists themselves is a truly rewarding experience,” they shared.

Currently, the Artists Collective boasts 62 members, with a majority having showcased their work in the Arts Space since its launch.

Detox your Home is coming to Ballan

In a recent bid to generate fresh ideas for future exhibitions, the Collective issued a call for theme suggestions through their newsletter. The overwhelming number and variety of responses have equipped them with enough inspiration to plan out the next decade.

But the Collective’s mission extends beyond just showcasing art. They plan to offer a slew of specialist and community arts workshops, guest lectures, and social gatherings.

These platforms are designed to nurture a sense of community, facilitate knowledge exchange, and create a space where individuals can craft their artistic expressions freely.

The Winter Wonderings exhibition will be held until Sunday 25 June. The Ballan Arts Space is open at 117 B Inglis Street from Friday to Sunday 10am to 3pm, so feel free to pop in and have a look at the fantastic art on display.

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Landholder guide launched

By Lachlan Ellis

A new guide for Moorabool landholders, sponsored by the Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club and National Landcare Program, was officially launched last Thursday.

The ‘Moorabool Healthy Hectares’ booklet was unveiled at 10am at the CWA rooms at the Darley Civic and Community Hub, with morning tea provided by the CWA ladies. Inspired by similar guides available in other regions, the idea for a Moorabool version was thought up several months

ago, but was only able to be funded and produced more recently.

Around 20 people attended the launch event, ranging from Rotary and Landcare members to local business owners, and Moorabool Shire Councillors, Deputy Mayor Cr Ally Munari and Cr Moira Berry.

Environmental consultant Helena Lindorff, who helped compile the details of the booklet, said it was fantastic to have the resource made available to Moorabool landholders.

“This has been an idea in Alan [Morton’s] head for years, so it’s nice to finally make it reality. I’ve been working for over 20 years in this area, working with landholders…having really good resources to provide to landholders is a must. To be able to give them something like this book that’s got all the information consolidated in one format, is really worth it,” Ms Lindorff told the Moorabool News.

“It’s taken quite a number of months to get it to this stage. Thanks to Russell and Alan for getting me on board with this project…when Alan’s got an idea, you have to say yes and join forces with him. We all want to leave our bit of land in better condition for future generations, and this is a great start in terms of the information in this book, which is tailored to this region for local landholders.”

Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club President Donna Martin said it was fantastic to have such a dedicated team putting the book together.

“Bacchus Marsh Rotary Club are absolutely privileged to have the likes of Mr Alan Morton on board. He is passionate and so enthusiastic; we are just delighted to have him. We thank Alan, Russell [Dodemaide], and Helena for the tireless hours they’ve put into this publication, and their persistence. We now have a wonderful resource that will be very easily obtained,” Ms Martin said.

“As a small landholder myself, I just think it’s wonderful to have this book close by. It covers so many topics.”

The Moorabool Healthy Hectares booklet will be available at What Knots Printing & Framing and the Bacchus Marsh Newsagency for $30.

(L-R): Helena Lindorff, Alan Morton, Crs Moira Berry and Ally Munari, Donna Martin, and Russell Dodemaide are all excited for the Healthy Hectares booklet to go out to local landholders. Photo – Lachlan Ellis

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Werribee Gorge rescue

Another hiker found themselves in trouble while walking the track at Werribee Gorge recently; fortunately they were helped by hard-working Moorabool SES members. At about 11:20am last Wednesday, SES Search and Rescue crews were called to assist Ambulance Victoria locate and extract an injured hiker from the Werribee Gorge. SES crews were able to travel halfway into the patient via four-wheel drive, with the remaining kilometre only accessible on foot.

Crews then packaged the patient into the SES’ wheeled, all-terrain ‘mule’ stretcher and started the long walk back to the waiting vehicle.

The patient is suspected of having a broken ankle.

Do you know these people?

Moorabool CIU are investigating a burglary in Darley on 3 April 2023.

Unknown persons have entered a house on Jonathan Drive between 11.50am and 12.40pm and stole a number of items whilst the occupants were away.

Police have released images of two females they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.

Anyone who may have information is being urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Reference number: 230119831.

Photo – VICSES Bacchus Marsh Unit

Photos – Ballarat Eyewatch

Musical fanfare for new band

By Jane Gardner

If you’ve been lucky enough to have heard the new Ballan Community Street Band, then you’ll know what an uplifting and fun experience it is.

After receiving a small start-up grant from Moorabool Shire Council, Greendale resident Oli Hinton formed the band in early February 2023.

Oli says he had no idea who would walk through the door on the first night, or what instruments they’d bring. “So, there was a bit of nervous anticipation,” he said. “But it was a fantastic first session, with 10 band members attending, bringing saxes, horns, clarinets and more.”

By the end of the first meeting, the band had mastered two

new tunes and by the second rehearsal, the group had already practiced parading around the car park.

Oli has played the baritone sax in many street bands over the years and was excited to bring together local people from different backgrounds to form the Ballan Community Street Band. “We have members from Ballan, Gordon, Myrniong and further afield. It’s about being informal, inclusive and having fun,” he said.

“We have no amplification, we learn simple tunes by heart and as the name suggests, we usually play in the street.” Street bands play a mix of musical styles, including world music, Latin, folk, pop and jazz.

Dressed in their street-themed black and flannel outfits, the Ballan Community Street Band had their ‘world premiere’

at the recent Moorabool Mushroom Festival (back in April) playing their set-list of seven tunes to an appreciative festival crowd, in the car park at the Ballan Community House. And word on the street is, the band’s second performance at the recent Ballan Farmer’s Market, was described by locals as “brilliant” with a number of excited, happy children following the band around as they played.

The Ballan Community Street Band meets every Monday fortnight (during school terms) 7 - 9pm at the Ballan Bowling Club in Cowie Street. The band is keen to welcome new members, particularly percussionists. There are no fees or auditions, just a basic ability to read music.

For more information contact Oli on 0415 983 348 or oli.hinton@gmail.com or visit the band’s Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/BallanCSB/

The newly formed Ballan Community Street Band held their ‘world premiere’ in the carpark of the Community House at the Moorabool Mushroom Festival. Photo - supplied

Heating your home safely this winter

As Winter approaches, Victorians will be turning on their home heating after months of inactivity. While your heating may be working well, there is a risk that it may be releasing dangerous carbon monoxide into the air. Carbon monoxide is an invisible gas that you can’t smell but it can make you very ill and even be deadly.

All gas heaters can produce carbon monoxide including central heating systems, space heaters, wall furnaces and decorative log fires.

Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause a range of symptoms including headache, nausea and vomiting, skin flushing, muscle pain, weakness, shortness of breath, dizziness, coordination difficulties, confusion, or chest pain. These symptoms may be mistaken for flu-like illness or food poisoning.

Very high levels of carbon monoxide can cause a loss of consciousness, seizures and even death.

Exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide over a long period of time can also lead to impaired thinking and concentration, emotional lability, irritability, and impulsiveness.

Head of RACV Trades, Kieran Davies, says there is one simple way to avoid carbon mon-

Reconciliation Week in Moorabool Shire

oxide poisoning.

“The surest and safest way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning is to have your heaters serviced every two years by a qualified professional,” says Mr Davies.

“A heater service will help keep your home free from carbon monoxide and ensure that the air you breathe does not contain dirt, mould and bacteria that can build up in your system.

“Regular servicing will also reduce your heating costs, increase energy efficiency, and extend the life of your system.

“Carbon monoxide alarms are available to purchase from various retailers, however it is important to note that their effectiveness is limited to the location where they are installed, and carbon monoxide levels elsewhere in your home may be higher.

“Also remember that heaters should only be installed and operated according to manufacturer’s instructions, and if you suspect a fault in a heater, have it serviced or replaced immediately.

“When selecting someone to service your heating system, make sure they are licenced to do the job,” he said.

Moorabool Shire Council is pleased to be hosting three community events to mark Reconciliation Week.

The week began with National Sorry Day on Saturday 27 May, acknowledging the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflecting on how we can all play a part in the healing process for our people and nation.

Two commemoration events will take place in the Shire this week with flag raisings, Acknowledgement of Country, traditional ceremonies, and morning teas.

The first event will be at the Village Green, in Bacchus Marsh on 29 May, and the second at the Ballan Mechanics Institute on 31 May.

A singing and storytelling event, led by

Moorabool Shire Council

Council Mee�ng

The next Ordinary Mee�ng of Council will be held Wednesday 7 June, at 6pm.

Commi�ee Mee�ng

For details on mee�ng loca�on and a�endance, visit: moorabool.vic.gov.au/mee�ngs

Navigators Community Centre Incorporated

Public Mee�ng

Employment Tenders

Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung woman Rebecca Axford, will be held at Lerderderg Library in Bacchus Marsh on 2 June.

Mayor Cr Rod Ward encouraged residents, workers, and visitors to the Shire to attend the events.

“Everyone is most welcome to these events, to acknowledge the significance and importance of Reconciliation Week,” Cr Ward said.

“This year’s theme is Be a Voice for Generations, which encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation and create a just, equitable and reconciled country for future generations.”

For more information on all three local Reconciliation Week events, go to Council’s website: moorabool.vic.gov.au/events.

Employment

Council invites applica�ons for the exis�ng vacancies:

• Data Integrity Officer – Full-Time Fixed-Term

Based at Ballan

• Revenue Officer – Full-Time Fixed-Term

Based at Ballan Applica�ons close on Sunday 4 June 2023

• Team Leader Urban Ameni�es – Full-Time Fixed-Term

Based at Bacchus Marsh

Applica�ons close on Sunday 11 June 2023

For more details, visit moorabool.vic.gov.au/careers

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We offer onsite tours to families throughout the year at each families convenience - during school hours.

Letters to the Editor

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Dear Editor,

I read the Nationals Leader, David Littleproud’s letter (9 May M/News) with appreciation for his support, which is long overdue. In that, he criticised the Victorian government’s plans to build overhead transmission lines through regional areas at the expense of farmers and our rural communities. He also called for a Senate enquiry into the WRL, VNI-West, and other transmission projects, to ensure they have the social licence they need to be built and to operate.

When in government, he did nothing for us. But now, from opposition, he is the first Federal politician to offer more than just platitudes. His call for scrutiny via a Senate enquiry is welcome.

It is refreshing to see how 12 months in opposition have refocused the Nationals’ priorities. I would like the Moorabool News to ask if he will continue to push for this enquiry when back in Canberra?

Closer to home, I would now like to hear what Catherine King, the Federal Member for Ballarat and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, has to say about the call for a Senate enquiry? She was a longstanding supporter of community opposition to the WRL while in opposition. Back then, she represented our concerns on many occasions to Victorian and Federal Ministers and called on AEMO to engage more meaningfully and to consider undergrounding.

However, since being elected, and now finally in a position where she is able to do something about those concerns, she has gone silent, along with Member for Hawke, Sam Rae.

They both claim credit for Lily D’Ambrosio’s offer of $8,000 per km for those landowners that have transmission assets cut across their property (capped at 25 years, paid for by us through higher electricity bills). However, this is just a patronising attempt at appeasement, it is not real representation or an answer to our concerns. That offer ignores the impacts of new overhead transmission lines on livelihoods and the increased risks to our communities and is akin to going to the doctor to remove a septic splinter and being sent home with a packet of 25 bandaids, and a “you’ll be right, mate”.

While talking to David Littleproud, I would also like the Moorabool News to ask Catherine King and Sam Rae what their responses are to David Littleproud’s call for a Senate enquiry, and will they be supporting his efforts to establish this in Canberra?

If they will not, I would like them to have the decency to tell us so, rather than continue to represent us under false pretences.

Jim Phasey Myrniong

Experience ancient tunes

With the strains of Scotsman Paul Anderson’s sublime fiddle playing still in our ears – St. Martin’s Chapel in Blackwood is set to host another concert featuring two renowned Scottish musicians.

Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy are fine exponents of Scotland’s most ancient and contemporary instruments, the clarsach (Scottish harp) and acoustic guitar. The duo will be in Australia to perform at the National Celtic Festival in Portarlington. After that, they’ll be heading to Moorabool to give a concert in Blackwood, on Wednesday 14 June.

Influenced by Hair’s upbringing in the Scottish Highland village of Ullapool, and Jappy’s North-East Scottish roots, together they combine their passion for traditional music with a repertoire rich in melodies old and new.

The musicians personify a special chemistry; a subtle yin-yang between spine-tingling clarity and virtuosic drive, the perfect synthesis of the modern and the traditional.

As individual award-nominated musicians, their inspiration spreads far and wide across the globe, having racked up performances throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. Since forming their duo in 2017 they have toured together throughout Europe, the USA and New Zealand.

Hair stands at the forefront in today’s Celtic harp revival, and is unique in placing Scotland’s oldest instrument at the helm of her music, performing, teaching and promoting it worldwide. As a pairing, they tailor each performance to the needs of their audience, no corner will go untouched by their rootsy charm.

Pre-paid tickets are $20 or $15 for concession, and can be purchased online at https://www.trybooking.com/CINEK.

For more information contact Fiona Ross on 0425 422 416, or via email at fionaross16@gmail.com.

Preparing for the future

By Vanessa Parker

She is just 15 years old, a scout, and is asking for some community help.

Jess Jones is a Venturer with 1st Ballan Scouts, and is putting together a Time Capsule to coincide with the grand opening of the new Scout Hall in early June.

Ms Jones said she wants to get everyone involved with putting items into the capsule.

“The opening of the new hall is the perfect day to have items put into the capsule then, in 50-years from when it was sealed, we plan to open it on 4 June 2073,” she said.

“I am looking to have a variety of items for the capsule and call on the community to help out if they can.”

The teenager has some ideas of items for the community to donate, which include:

• Handwritten letters and personal messages and drawings.

• Documents containing information about Ballan and its history.

• Favourite recipes or packaging

• Prices of things your business provides and/or cost of attending activities and/or services.

• Menus.

• Writing about what the world is like at the moment.

• A letter to your future self.

• Photos of the community.

• Business cards.

“We will be limited on space so please keep items to a reasonable size,” Ms Jones said.

“I really just hope everyone gets involved in this community event and has some fun along the way.”

The official opening of the Scout Hall at 60 Inglis St Ballan, will take place on Sunday 4 June from 11am. A public BBQ will be held at 12 noon, with the formalities to take place at 1pm.

For further information about how or where to donate an item, please email 1stballanscouts@gmail.com or contact Russell on 0429 701 261 or Tony on 0439 686 768.

Renowned Scottish harp and guitar duo Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy will be heading to Blackwood next month. Photo –Submitted

Jess Jones is asking the community for contributions for the Time Capsule at the new 1st Ballan Scouts new hall.

Photo – The Moorabool News

Hub tour in Maddingley

By Lachlan Ellis

On a busy week for State politicians, the Premier and local MP Michaela Settle visited Bacchus Marsh last Friday, announcing a new six-figure contribution for a local early years hub.

The West Maddingley Early Years & Community Hub aims to cater for the area’s many young families and their kids, with Premier Daniel Andrews saying the State Government would match a $3.5 million commitment from Moorabool Shire Council.

“It’s great to be here and see this brand-new family and

community hub, maternal and child health, kinder, family services, and a whole lot of community space…and to be here with the Mayor and Councillors, and celebrate a really important partnership,” Mr Andrews told the Moorabool News.

“This is being built by a local firm, so it’s great for local jobs and families. With the amount of housing going up here, now’s the time to invest in kinder, they’re going to be very busy here I think.”

Moorabool Shire Mayor Cr Rod Ward said it was fantastic to have the State Government’s support to get the Hub completed.

“It’s very exciting, this facility’s going to be a great benefit. There was a significant deficit last year in early childcare spots available, so this will definitely help us address that with our rapidly-growing population. We appreciate the support of the Victorian Government – this is one of several projects we’ve benefited from under the Growing Suburbs Fund over the past few years,” he said.

“It’s $3.5 million from the State Government and $3.5 million from Council…that’s significant money, and Council can’t achieve these sort of projects, of this scope, without that support. This is a much-needed facility.”

“Having childcare available alongside a kindergarten, there’ll be a good transition there for the kids. It’s very much needed, we’re in the peri-urban area which is an enormous growth area. It’s fantastic that we can work with the State Government to secure these funds,” East Moorabool Ward Councillor Moira Berry added.

Maddingley is one of the most rapidly-growing areas in the state, with census information released by .id earlier this year showing that over the past decade, the area has grown by a whopping 140 per cent, compared to the Victorian average of 21.5 per cent.

The West Maddingley Early Years & Community Hub is expected to be completed by the end of the year, in time for the first students to use in Term 1 2024.

Helpline demand exceeds resources

The annual Kids Helpline Impact Report for 2022 has highlighted that demand continues to exceed capacity, with only two in five children and young people able to get through to a counsellor in 2022.

The findings, released earlier this month, outline the prevalence of symptoms of anxiety and depression continuing to rise among young people. The worsening of mental health can be attributed to limited access to mental health services, and the length of time it takes for a young person to get counselling support when they need it most.

Kids Helpline, a service of yourtown, paints a bleak picture in the 2022 Impact Report, with lack of funding to match demand. Mental health interventions dealing with suicide attempts, suicidal ideation and child abuse have also increased compared to before the pandemic.

“As the prevalence of mental health and wellbeing related issues in childhood rises, the significant gap in accessing support deepens. Kids Helpline continues to be a critical safety net for children and young people, however we cannot keep pace with demand,” yourtown CEO Tracy Adams said.

“Over the last two years we have undertaken almost 180,000 counselling sessions for young people. As an organisation we are doing the heavy lifting because the cost of mental health services for young people puts access out of reach for most – yet we are free and accessible.

“If Government invested a small amount of what they have pulled out of Medicare rebated sessions, and invested into Kids Helpline, we could do more and have greater impacts.”

Ms Adams said the Government’s support to Kids Helpline was “an underspend”, but Kids Helpline was making the most of what it had.

“Often our professional counsellors are the last line of support, providing support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, when there is limited after-hours mental health support available to children and young people,” she said.

“Funding for Kids Helpline needs to be a priority for Government, the current serious

funding shortfall means that many children and young people are simply not getting the timely care they need.”

These most recent figures show 328,424 young people tried to contact Kids Helpline in 2022 whilst 145,000 connected with a counsellor (44 per cent or 2 in 5) were attended to.

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Since 1991, Kids Helpline’s specialised counsellors have responded to over 8.6 million contacts. Kids Helpline aims to deliver services that best meet the needs and preferences of young people, with digital services the choice they are increasingly comfortable to use.

Kids Helpline is here anytime and for any reason. If young people want to talk to someone, they can call Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or use WebChat or email services at www.kidshelpline.com.au.

Findings from the Kids Helpline Impact Report 2022 include:

• A child or young person attempts to contact Kids Helpline every 80 seconds

• Every day 56 per cent of contacts from children and young people went unanswered

• Nearly 145,000 answered – 2 in 5 young people

• Of these answered contacts 2 out of 3 counselling sessions are provided outside of regular working hours (33 per cent vs 67 per cent)

• Emotional wellbeing, Mental health, Family relationships and Suicide were the top concerns for young people in 2022

• An increase in the complexity of issues and the need for more intensive, longer sessions has seen a spike in dedicated counselling time required since the pandemic.

Eureka MP Michaela Settle, Cr Moira Berry, Premier Daniel Andrews, and Mayor Cr Rod Ward are excited to see the facility completed later this year. Photo – Lachlan Ellis

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BIG PROJECTS ERA FOR MOORABOOL

Close to $57 million of capital improvement works highlight Council’s 2023/24 Budget, approved at a Special Mee�ng of Council in May.

Moorabool Mayor Cr Rod Ward said Council’s capital program had been developed to meet community infrastructure needs now and into the future, with significant growth at the forefront of its development.

Council is also posi�oning itself to partner with and a�ract more government and non-government services in health and wellbeing, youth and early years to set up in Moorabool so our residents have access to these important community services.

The Capital Improvement Program for 2023/24 is $56.4 million (including $15 million in works carried forward from 2022/23). Of this, $41.59 million relates to new work, $12.28 million relates to renewal of assets and $2.54 million is for the upgrade of assets.

Some of the key projects proposed as part of the 2023/24 Capital Program include:

• Bacchus Marsh Racecourse & Recrea�on Reserve Pavilion ($6 million)

• Ballan Library and Community Hub ($5.98 million)

• West Maddingley Early Years Facility ($5.2 million)

• Bacchus Marsh Bowls Club Pavilion & Bowling Green ($3.4 million)

• Bald Hill Redevelopment - Stage 3 ($1.68 million)

• Hogan Road & Densley Street, Ballan - Upgrade ($1.842 million)

• Ballan-Egerton Road, Mount Egerton - Reconstruc�on ($856,000)

• Dunnstown Recrea�on Reserve - Upgrade to Pavilion ($813,000)

• Riversdale Crescent, Darley - Reconstruc�on ($425,000)

• Eaglesons Road, Lal Lal - Gravel Road Resheet ($377,000)

• Stanley Street, Gordon - Upgrade ($325,000)

“We thank the State Government for their funding contribu�ons to our major projects that have enabled our infrastructure blitz,” Cr Ward said. The Budget can be viewed on our website: moorabool.vic.gov.au/budget

• Ballan Town Centre Plaza ($250,000)

Bacchus Marsh indoor stadium

Works

Community

Budget & Roads

CURRENT PROJECTS IN PROGRESS

Courts including have been completed. Reserve are currently

Accessible parking permits

7. You will receive your Accessible Parking Permit in the post or if you have opted to collect your permit from one of our Customer Service Centres – you will be notified via SMS when your permit is ready for collection.

Significant work is happening throughout the shire on a lot of major projects: Bacchus Marsh Indoor Stadium is progressing well, and we are nearing comple�on of both Darley Park pavilion and Ballan Recrea�on Reserve pavilion. The football and netball clubs at both loca�ons will be using the new changerooms and facili�es, which are looking fantas�c, in the coming month.

Council has transitioned to the new Accessible Parking Permit (APP) scheme along with 79 other Victorian Councils.

All existing disability permits remain valid until their expiry date and permit holders are not required to do anything until it’s time to renew their existing permit.

West Maddingley Early Years and Community Hub is star�ng to take shape. When finished, it will have kindergarten rooms, Maternal and Child Health services and community spaces.

The new scheme means that if you require a new permit, or need to renew or replace your existing permit, you will need to apply using the new application process.

For more information, contact Council’s Community Safety Team on 5366 7100.

To see the progress of all our major projects, go to moorabool.vic.gov.au/ advocacy.

In line with the new Accessible Parking Permit Scheme, Council has removed its $11 application fee, making it even more affordable for residents.

How to apply

Community tree planting day

Road works blitz con�nues throughout shire

1. Start your self-assessment online application by visiting www.accessibleparking.vic.gov.au

Centre (MARC)

2. You will then receive your application reference number via SMS

Moorabool Aquatic include: State and Federal game-changing sports and

3. Book an appointment with your GP or Occupational Therapist

4. Provide your application reference number to your GP or Occupational Therapist

With Council vo�ng to increase its road maintenance budget by an extra $600,000 late last year as a response to storm and rain damage, the community would have no�ced an increase in works crews on our roads lately. And we’re now seeing some great results with several roads projects nearing comple�on or just completed.

Council is excited to partner with Grow West to create a

Gordon

5. Your GP or Occupational Therapist will complete the online medical assessment

6. You will receive a SMS advising that your application has been approved

The township of Gordon has several roads projects on the go. Work is nearing comple�on on Main St, Gordon, with road reconstruc�on, kerb and channel improvements and new footpaths. Lyndhurst, Gladstone and Stanley streets in Gordon have also received reconstruc�on, kerb and drainage work.

Fitzroy and Albert streets in Darley have had major improvements with pavement and asphalt works.

Detailed consultation will help inform Health and Wellbeing Plan

Maddingley Early Years

Council has completed community consultation on its Municipal Public Health Plan and is putting together a plan for the next four years that will aim to reduce barriers to preventative health measures, and empower individuals and communities to make positive decisions about their health.

integrated, inclusive and services. It will offer care and children advocating for

data we are seeing in Victoria and locally,” Ms Jones said.

“Council has the ability to support a number of actions, but it is through a broader community focus and working with other organisations that we are able to achieve a

Ormond Rd, Springbank

In the west of the shire, we have recently completed a big project on Ormond Rd, Springbank, in which one kilometre of road in two sec�ons was reconstructed, including the intersec�on of Ronans Road.

“We are currently looking at the data, and survey responses, as we progress into the next stage of workshops with our Health and Wellbeing Committee and other stakeholders. We will be identifying health outcomes we can work towards, opportunities to strengthen existing activities and actions, gaps and opportunities, and ways that we can work together with stakeholders and partners to improve health and wellbeing within our community.”

Newsletter-Autumn 2021

Darley Park Pavilion

Roads

Yendon-Egerton Rd, Yendon

7. You will receive your Accessible Parking Permit in the post or if you have opted to collect your permit from one of our Customer Service Centres – you will be notified via SMS when your permit is ready for collection.

In Yendon, we have reconstructed approximately 2.6km of road on Yendon-Egerton Rd, including the two intersec�ons from Lal Lal Creek to east of Spreadeagle Rd. And in Elaine, about 1.1km of road has been reconstructed on Elaine-Mt Mercer Rd near Bakes Rd.

All existing disability permits remain valid until their expiry date and permit holders are not required to do anything until it’s time to renew their existing permit.

For more information, contact Council’s Community Safety

Community tree planting day

Council is excited to partner with Grow West to create a

The Grow West Annual Community Planting Day is on World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June 2021) at Kel Shields Flora Reserve, Bacchus Marsh St, Maddingley.

Accessible parking

and Recreation Centre Facility (for community $3.5 million for aspects (just announced as

Stimulus

data we are seeing in Victoria and locally,” Ms Jones said.

Lerderderg Track

“Council has the ability to support a number of actions, but it is through a broader community focus and working with other organisations that we are able to achieve a

The Lerderderg walking track is taking shape nicely. Topsoil has been placed along the edges of the footpath along the whole sec�on and work is con�nuing to finish the project.

“We are currently looking at the data, and survey responses, as we progress into the next stage of workshops with our Health and Wellbeing Committee and other stakeholders. We will be identifying health outcomes we can work towards, opportunities to strengthen existing activities and actions, gaps and opportunities, and ways that we can work together with stakeholders and partners to improve health and wellbeing within our community.”

3. Book an appointment with your GP or Occupational Therapist

Steiglitz St, Ballan

SMS

4. Provide your application reference number to your GP or Occupational Therapist

Racecourse and oval and lighting, all-abilities playground and and lighting at Recreation Reserve.

Works have recently finished in Steiglitz St, Ballan. This large project included new drainage, kerb and channel work, new paths with pram crossings, line-marking and signage.

5. Your GP or Occupational Therapist will complete the online medical assessment

6. You will receive a SMS advising that your application has been approved

The blitz will con�nue once we hit nicer weather a�er winter. We thank the community for their understanding with road closures and detours in place while we improve our local road network.

Loan Scheme indoor stadium for Centre.

(LSIF) stadium for Centre.

Detailed consultation will help inform Health and Wellbeing Plan

Council has completed community consultation on its Municipal Public Health Plan and is putting together a plan for the next four years that will aim to reduce barriers to preventative health measures, and empower individuals and communities to make positive decisions about their health.

court netball surface Reserve. support from other funding. across all local realistic about what the outcome of to other levels of projects,” Mr Madden

Community

Community

Economic Development

Courts including have been completed. Reserve are currently

Works and Recreation Centre

What’s on in the events, arts and economic development space

7. You will receive your Accessible Parking Permit in the post or if you have opted to collect your permit from one of our Customer Service Centres – you will be notified via SMS when your permit is ready for collection.

All existing disability permits remain valid until their expiry

Facility (for community

Stimulus

Council has transitioned to the new Accessible Parking Permit (APP) scheme along with 79 other Victorian Councils.

It’s been a busy few months in the arts and economic development area, and it doesn’t look to be slowing any�me soon, which is great for residents as there’s plenty to do and see throughout the shire.

$3.5 million for aspects (just announced as

The new scheme means that if you require a new permit, or need to renew or replace your existing permit, you will need to apply using the new application process.

In March, Council unveiled two new sculptures at Ballan and Spargo Creek Mineral Springs which the community can now enjoy.

In line with the new Accessible Parking Permit Scheme, Council has removed its $11 application fee, making it even more affordable for residents.

Racecourse and oval and lighting, all-abilities playground and and lighting at Recreation Reserve.

Centre (MARC)

How to apply

1. Start your self-assessment online application by visiting www.accessibleparking.vic.gov.au

2. You will then receive your application reference number via SMS

Moorabool Aquatic include: State and Federal game-changing sports and

The two sculptures and interpre�ve signage were commissioned by Council to support Indigenous cultural interpreta�on of the mineral springs’ sites. The sculptures reflect the ecological and cultural values of the mineral springs and the Moorabool River. Thanks to State Government funding, Council was able to commission cultural consultants MURRI:YUL who created the artworks using locally sourced redgum.

3. Book an appointment with your GP or Occupational Therapist

Loan Scheme indoor stadium for Centre. (LSIF) stadium for Centre.

4. Provide your application reference number to your GP or Occupational Therapist

5. Your GP or Occupational Therapist will complete the online medical assessment

In May, Council held its popular Women in Business lunch with keynote speaker Kimberly Furness, founder and editor or OAK Regional Women in Business. And also in May, we installed new Paste Up Program art throughout the shire.

6. You will receive a SMS advising that your application has been approved

court netball surface Reserve.

Accessible parking permits will help inform Health

volunteers being split into a morning session (9.30am12noon) and an afternoon session (1.30pm - 4pm). Volunteers can select their preference when registering. For more information and to register for the planting day visit www.growwest.com.au

Moorabool Shire Council presents:

Tourism Events Forum

During February and March, Council conducted community consultations which included a survey, quick question postcard, stakeholder sessions and workshops.

Monday

The panel includes:

• Joel Chadwick, Sustainable Destination Development Coordinator, Ballarat City Council

Community Strengthening General Manager Sally Jones said 2020/21 had been challenging and had impacted on people’s health and wellbeing.

5 June 2023

8:30am-10:30am

• Emma K Harvey, Regional Engagement Grampians, Commonwealth Games

support from other funding. across all local realistic about what the outcome of to other levels of projects,” Mr Madden

Kryal Castle, 121 Forbes Rd, Leigh Creek VIC 3352

“Health issues including family violence, food insecurity, and mental health are emerging more strongly in the data we are seeing in Victoria and locally,” Ms Jones said.

• Bart Hamilton, Chief Executive Officer, Kryal Castle

• Kelly Harrington, Events Operations, KEL&CO

Maddingley Early Years integrated, inclusive and services. It will offer care and children advocating for

The five new paste ups build on the five ini�al artworks installed over summer 2021-22 in the first round of the program.

Following an expression of interest process over February and March 2023, five new artworks have been installed on business walls in Bacchus Marsh, Blackwood, Gordon and Ballan. All five ar�sts selected live in the Central Highlands region, with the program allowing them to share their talent and cra� with the local community.

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6 Moorabool Matters Community Newsletter-Autumn 2021

For more informa�on and to view all artworks and their loca�ons go to moorabool.vic.gov.au/PUP

Be inspired and learn how and why event attraction will increase your business’s success. Light breakfast provided.

“Council has the ability to support a number of actions, but it is through a broader community focus and working with other organisations that we are able to achieve a greater impact.

Connect with event industry professionals living and working in the region.

Free Event, All Welcome

“We are currently looking at the data, and survey responses, as we progress into the next stage of workshops with our Health and Wellbeing Committee and other stakeholders. We will be identifying health outcomes we can work towards, opportunities to strengthen existing activities and actions, gaps and opportunities, and ways that we can work together with stakeholders and partners to improve health and wellbeing within our community.”

7. You will receive your Accessible Parking Permit in the post or if you have opted to collect your permit from one of our Customer Service Centres – you will be notified via SMS when your permit is ready for collection.

Coming up for the team:

Accessible parking permits

Public exhibi� on for the Dra� Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategies

All existing disability permits remain valid until their expiry date and permit holders are not required to do anything until it’s time to renew their existing permit.

We are seeking community feedback on two dra� strategies: Moorabool Shire 2023-2027 Economic Development and Visitor Economy strategies. We encourage all Shire-based businesses (including tourism), the broader community, and key stakeholders to take part.

For more information, contact Council’s Community Safety Team on 5366 7100.

Council has transitioned to the new Accessible Parking Permit (APP) scheme along with 79 other Victorian Councils.

The exhibi�on period will be open un�l 11 June, on our Have Your Say portal on Council’s website.

The new scheme means that if you require a new permit, or need to renew or replace your existing permit, you will need to apply using the new application process.

and Recreation Centre Facility (for community $3.5 million for aspects (just announced as

Community tree

Council is excited to partner with Grow West to create a

The Grow West Annual Community Planting Day is on World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June 2021) at Kel Shields Flora Reserve, Bacchus Marsh St, Maddingley.

In line with the new Accessible Parking Permit Scheme, Council has removed its $11 application fee, making it even more affordable for residents.

Stimulus

How to apply

1. Start your self-assessment online application by visiting www.accessibleparking.vic.gov.au

2. You will then receive your application reference number via SMS

in Moorabool Shire Council

3. Book an appointment with your GP or Occupational Therapist

Racecourse and oval and lighting, all-abilities playground and and lighting at Recreation Reserve.

4. Provide your application reference number to your GP or Occupational Therapist

The day will run a bit differently to previous years, with volunteers being split into a morning session (9.30am12noon) and an afternoon session (1.30pm - 4pm). Volunteers can select their preference when registering. For more information and to register for the planting day visit www.growwest.com.au

Regional Arts Victoria is in the neighbourhood! RAV staff will be in residence in Moorabool Shire Council in June. We've partnered with Moorabool Shire Council to bring you three exciting events. Numbers are strictly limited and bookings are essential for all events.

5. Your GP or Occupational Therapist will complete the online medical assessment

6. You will receive a SMS advising that your application has been approved

Private Sessions

During February and March, Council conducted community consultations which included a survey, quick question postcard, stakeholder sessions and workshops.

Reserve a time to chat with us about any creative topic you have on your mind.

Tuesday 20 June: 9.30am – 12.15pm

Wednesday 21 June: 9.15am – 4.15pm

Community Strengthening General Manager Sally Jones said 2020/21 had been challenging and had impacted on people’s health and wellbeing.

Location: Ballan and District Community House, 143 Inglis Street, Ballan

Detailed consultation will help inform Health and Wellbeing Plan

Loan Scheme indoor stadium for Centre. (LSIF) stadium for Centre.

Creative Funding Forum

“Health issues including family violence, food insecurity, and mental health are emerging more strongly in the data we are seeing in Victoria and locally,” Ms Jones said.

Join a funding chat with representatives from FRRR, Creative Victoria and Creative Partnerships Australia.

Council has completed community consultation on its Municipal Public Health Plan and is putting together a plan for the next four years that will aim to reduce barriers to preventative health measures, and empower individuals and communities to make positive decisions about their health.

Tuesday 20 June: 1 30pm – 3 30pm

“Council has the ability to support a number of actions, but it is through a broader community focus and working with other organisations that we are able to achieve a greater impact.

Location: Ballan and District Community House, 143 Inglis Street, Ballan

Network & Nibbles

court netball surface Reserve. support from other funding. across all local realistic about what the outcome of to other levels of projects,” Mr Madden

“We are currently looking at the data, and survey responses, as we progress into the next stage of workshops with our Health and Wellbeing Committee and other stakeholders. We will be identifying health outcomes we can work towards, opportunities to strengthen existing activities and actions, gaps and opportunities, and ways that we can work together with stakeholders and partners to improve health and wellbeing within our community.”

Join us to get to know your creative community over drinks and nibbles.

Tuesday 20 June: 3 30pm -5 30pm

Location: The Ballan Arts Space, 117 B Inglis Street, Ballan

Council Mee�ng

Community

Kindergarten

Commi�ee Mee�ng

Accessible parking permits

Navigators Community Centre Incorporated

Public Mee�ng

Employment

Council has transitioned to the new Accessible Parking Permit (APP) scheme along with 79 other Victorian Councils.

Tenders

The new scheme means that if you require a new permit, or need to renew or replace your existing permit, you will need to apply using the new application process.

Have Your Say: Female Friendly Strategy

In line with the new Accessible Parking Permit Scheme, Council has removed its $11 application fee, making it even more affordable for residents.

Planning Permit

How to apply

1. Start your self-assessment online application by visiting www.accessibleparking.vic.gov.au

7. You will receive your Accessible Parking Permit in the post or if you have opted to collect your permit from one of our Customer Service Centres – you will be notified via SMS when your permit is ready for collection.

All existing disability permits remain valid until their expiry date and permit holders are not required to do anything until it’s time to renew their existing permit.

For more information, contact Council’s Community Safety

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Community tree planting day

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2. You will then receive your application reference number via SMS

3. Book an appointment with your GP or Occupational Therapist

4. Provide your application reference number to your GP or Occupational Therapist

Council is excited to partner with Grow West to create a biolink with 4,000 trees!

3yo & 4yo kindergarten ROUND ONE

HOW TO REGISTER FOR KINDERGARTEN

Changes to Waste Service - Easter Western Zone – Northern Collec�on - North of Old Melbourne Road

The Grow West Annual Community Planting Day is on World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June 2021) at Kel Shields Flora Reserve, Bacchus Marsh St, Maddingley.

DECIDE WHICH KINDERGARTEN WILL BEST MEET YOUR NEEDS.

5. Your GP or Occupational Therapist will complete the online medical assessment

Community Grants

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6. You will receive a SMS advising that your application has been approved

Unscheduled Mee�ng of Council

The day will run a bit differently to previous years, with volunteers being split into a morning session (9.30am12noon) and an afternoon session (1.30pm - 4pm). Volunteers can select their preference when registering. For more information and to register for the planting day visit www.growwest.com.au

APPLY THROUGH COUNCIL'S CENTRAL REGISTRATION SYSTEM. ROUND ONE CLOSES FRIDAY 23 JUNE.

Detailed

consultation will help inform Health and Wellbeing Plan

Council has completed community consultation on its Municipal Public Health Plan and is putting together a plan for the next four years that will aim to reduce barriers to preventative health measures, and empower individuals and communities to make positive decisions about their health.

During February and March, Council conducted community consultations which included a survey, quick question postcard, stakeholder sessions and workshops.

TELL US YOU WANT TO ACCEPT THE PLACE WHEN RECEIVING YOUR OFFER IN JULY.

Community Strengthening General Manager Sally Jones said 2020/21 had been challenging and had impacted on people’s health and wellbeing.

FORMALLY ENROL WITH YOUR KINDERGARTEN WHEN THEY CONTACT YOU LATER IN THE YEAR.

“Health issues including family violence, food insecurity, and mental health are emerging more strongly in the data we are seeing in Victoria and locally,” Ms Jones said.

“Council has the ability to support a number of actions, but it is through a broader community focus and working with other organisations that we are able to achieve a

Many Long Day Care Services in Moorabool also offer funded 3-and 4-year-old kindergarten programs To enrol or for more information please contact the services directly

“We are currently looking at the data, and survey responses, as we progress into the next stage of workshops with our Health and Wellbeing Committee and other stakeholders. We will be identifying health outcomes we can work towards, opportunities to strengthen existing activities and actions, gaps and opportunities, and ways that we can work together with stakeholders and partners to improve health and wellbeing within our community.”

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the focus of a consultation Council and Sport & Recreation Victoria are about to commence.

The Female Friendly Sport & Recreation Facilities & Participation Strategy will help to provide a future direction to enable, facilitate, encourage and inspire women and girls to

An integral part of the Strategy’s development will be hearing from the Moorabool community, particularly women and girls, who are currently participating in local sporting activities

S i n g i n g a n d S t o r y t e l l i n g

“We are very keen to hear from women and girls to understand the types of activities they are currently participating in, as well as what motivates them to participate and what hinders them,” General Manager Community Strengthening Sally Jones said.

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R e b e c c a A x f o r d i s a p r o u d W u r u n d j e r i

A community survey and a series of focus group workshops will commence throughout May and June.

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a b o u t s h a r i n g h e r c u l t u r e a n d l a n g u a g e w i t h c h i l d r e n S h e w i l l r e a d s t o r i e s a n d s i n g s o n g s i n W o i W u r r u n g , t h e l a n g u a g e o f t h e W u r u n d j e r i p e o p l e

More communication regarding the engagement period will be distributed very shortly. We will also be seeking a number of local ambassadors to help promote the Strategy and engage as many people as possible in the process.

For further information contact Council’s Connected Communities Team on 5366 7100.

$7.5 million for the Moorabool Aquatic and Recreation Centre

accessible components of the facility); $3.5 million for aspects of the West Maddingley Early Years Hub (just announced as

$3.5 million for Stage 2 of Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve, including AFL/cricket oval and lighting, 2 netball courts, 2 tennis courts, all-abilities playground and

$500k for Stage 2 soccer pitch delivery and lighting at Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve.

C h r i s t i a n W h i t e

SRV Community Sports Infrastructure Loan Scheme

over $29 million, made in the past few months.

S a t u r d a y 1 0 J u n e 1 0 a m - 1 2 n o o n

$10 million for Stage 1 delivery of an indoor stadium for Moorabool Aquatic and Recreation Centre.

L e r d e r d e r g L i b r a r y

SRV Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSIF)

D o n ’ t m i s s t h i s o p p o r t u n i t y t o h e a r f r o m o n e o f t h e m o s t e x c i t i n g v o i c e s i n

$2 million to finalise funding for an indoor stadium for Moorabool Aquatic and Recreation Centre.

A u s t r a l i a n c r i m e f i c t i o n A w a r d - w i n n i n g

A u s t r a l i a n a u t h o r o f T h e N o w h e r e C h i l d ,

$150k to deliver a combination of hard court netball surface upgrades across the Shire.

T h e W i f e a n d t h e W i d o w , a n d W i l d P l a c e

$25k for goal netting at Ballan Recreation Reserve.

“We can’t build these projects without support from other levels of government and external funding.

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The process is extremely competitive across all local government areas, so we have to be realistic about what we will receive in funding. No matter what the outcome of these grants, we will continue to advocate to other levels of government to fund these important projects,” Mr Madden said.

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“We have a huge focus on improving sports and recreation facilities in Moorabool as we strive to cater for our growing population,” CEO Derek Madden said.

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Cr Rod Ward

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Mayor

Cr Tom Sullivan

Phone: 0417 478 139

Mayor

Email: rward@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Phone: 0418 323 221

Email: tsullivan@moorabool.vic.gov.au

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Cr Ally Munari

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Deputy Mayor

Refer to Council’s website for a full list of 2021 Council meeting dates and times: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au

Ordinary Meetings of Council dates: (commencing at 6.00 pm – venue to be advised)

Phone: 0428 116 001

Cr Rod Ward Deputy Mayor

Email: amunari@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Phone: 0417 478 139

Email: rward@moorabool.vic.gov.au

CENTRAL WARD

Cr Paul Tatchell

CENTRAL WARD

Phone: 0407 108 025

Cr Paul Tatchell

Email: ptatchell@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Phone: 0407 108 025

Email: ptatchell@moorabool.vic.gov.au

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Cr Moira Berry

Phone: 0418 691 529

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Cr Moira Berry

Email: mberry@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Phone: 0418 691 529

Email: mberry@moorabool.vic.gov.au

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Cr David Edwards

Phone: 0435 326 370

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Email: dedwards@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Cr Tonia Dudzik

Phone: 0407 014 489

Email: tdudzik@moorabool.vic.gov.au

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Cr Tonia Dudzik

Phone: 0407 014 489

EAST MOORABOOL WARD

Email: tdudzik@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Cr David Edwards

Phone: 0435 326 370

Email: dedwards@moorabool.vic.gov.au

WEST MOORABOOL WARD

Cr Tom Sullivan

Phone: 0418 323 221

WOODLANDS WARD

Email: tsullivan@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Cr Ally Munari

Phone: 0428 116 001

Email: amunari@moorabool.vic.gov.au

IMPORTANT NOTES TO READERS

Moorabool Ma�ers is Moorabool Shire Council’s official community newsle�er, promo�ng events, ac�vi�es, projects and issues in our Shire. This publica�on is part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improve communica�on and consulta�on with residents.

IMPORTANT NOTES TO READERS

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

Every effort is made to ensure informa�on included in Moorabool Ma�ers is accurate at the �me of publishing but may be subject to change. Readers are encouraged to contact Council or organisa�ons listed in the newsle�er for specific informa�on.

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

If you have any ques�ons or comments about Moorabool Ma�ers, please contact the Media and Marke�ng Officer at Moorabool Shire Council on 5366 7100 or email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au

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.

Every effort is made to ensure information included in Moorabool Matters is accurate at the time of publishing but may be subject to change. Readers are encouraged to contact Council or organisations listed in the newsletter for specific information.

If you have any questions or comments about Moor abool Matters, please contact the Media and Marketing Officer at Moorabool Shire Council on 5366 7100 or email info@moorabool.vic.gov.au

Darley digs deep

By Lachlan Ellis

Donations to the families affected by the Exford Primary School bus crash have lined Darley Park from one goal square to the other, with the final tally to be doubled by a local business.

The Darley Football Netball Club’s ‘You Are Note Alone’ fundraiser asked the community to chip in with $5 notes, which would be used to line the football ground from end-to-end. And line the ground they did, even with the scattering of generous $20 and $50 notes that were donated.

The cold, wet weather didn’t stop 100+ people from heading to Darley Park at 5.30 pm last Thursday night, with rolls of notes taped together being stretched out from one end of the ground to the other and kept down by bricks.

Devils President Mark Shelly said it was a no-brainer for the club to raise some funds for the children and their families, and help take some of the pressure off them.

“I was approached by Don Calleja some days back, wanting to do something for the children involved in the bus crash. He contacted us and suggested we do something at a home game, but I said to Don, the problem we have is that we won’t have a home game for still quite some weeks, and we want to act quickly,” Mr Shelly told the Moorabool News.

“I had a discussion with Ally Edwards who’s basically coordinated this, and we came up with the concept of covering the length of the ground from one end to the other with $5 notes. The response has been unbelievable, it’s the Devils through and through.

“When the chips are down, we get in and get our hands dirty and help those that need support. We estimate that the length of the ground is around 155 metres, so the lengths of the $5 notes mean it’s taken approximately 1100 or notes to cross the ground.”

Ms Edwards said the bus accident had stunned the Darley community.

“Any accident involving children is shocking and hits people hard, particularly because this is so geographically close. Our juniors, seniors and their families have many friends that attend Exford Primary School,” she said.

“Our club wants to support the children and their families on their road to recovery. Whilst we know money isn't everything, we want to take some of the pressure off those affected families. At times like this, it can be difficult to know how to help, and this fundraiser allows locals that have been touched by this accident to contribute.”

The goal was to raise $5,000 for the families affected by the bus crash in Eynesbury, and that total was well exceeded, with $10,120 raised on the night, though the club continued taking donations over the weekend.

The Calleja Group has pledged to match whatever total is raised.

TOP: Supporters lined up along the line of donations once it had been set up across the ground. BOTTOM: DFNC President Mark Shelly and Secretary Lorissa Edwards were onhand taking donations and rolling them out across the ground. Photos – Lachlan Ellis

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

A family member cheers up and your presence has much to do with this.

GEMINI—May 23-June 21

Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is highly encouraging.

QUICK PUZZLE

ARIES—March 21-April 20

ARIES—March 21-April 20

NO. 9288

ACROSS

1.Nationality (8)

6.Manage (4)

8.Region (4)

9.Inspects (8)

10.Beg (5)

11.Mendicant (6)

13.Layers (6)

15.Treasure chest (6)

17.Quick (6)

19.Snake (5)

22.Vegetable (8)

23.Reluctant (4)

24.Image (4)

25.Dawn (8)

DOWN

2.Danger (5)

3.Falls (7)

4.Old (4)

5.Disadvantage (8)

6.Clasp (5)

7.Get ready (7)

12.Infancy (8)

14.Narrowed (7)

16.Violinist (7)

18.Surpass (5)

20.More (5)

21.Considerable (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE

ACROSS

1. The best performers in the water? (8). 6. The point of view of the team (4). 8. Jar you get mad on finding upset (4). 9. Get rid of the broken saws and a toy (4,4). 10. Not enough for a sub (5). 11. Keen to shoot something to eat (6). 13. Wasting no time in going through the notes (6). 15. The girl has hidden the brooch and is lying (6).

17. Leave not much hair (6). 19. Regard as a duty (5).

22. Are packed in a box when you leave (5,3). 23. Man attending the preliminary event (4). 24. With one day and a half less, it’s useless (4). 25. Take a short cut to let out the bird (8).

DOWN

2. Among the tin soldiers, a really big one (5). 3. They tear and one gives up (7). 4. Is it a ring enclosed in the letter (4). 5. Very confidential with the two mums (4-4).

6. Found to be jumpy (5). 7. Force the doctor - a fool (7).

12. Resists offers (5,3). 14. Not calm as one played dice? (7). 16. The fruit, vegetables and half the cheese will go inside (7). 18. Knowing it will be a fight to get the point (5). 20. Proceed laboriously to curry favour with (5). 21. It’s pushed up right against the flap (4).

SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9287

QUICK SOLUTIONS

Across - 1, Weeping-willow. 8, Allot. 9, Tiptoed. 10, Tenant. 11, Alcove. 12, Speed. 14, State. 18, Harass. 20, Bridle. 23, Plumage. 24, Utter. 25, Steeplechaser.

Down - 1, Wealth. 2, Ellen. 3, Intense. 4, Gate. 5, Impel.

6, Lookout. 7, Wedded. 13, Perfume. 15, Through. 16, Shapes. 17, Terror. 19, Scamp. 21, Dates. 22, Here.

CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS

Across - 1, Pair of Kippers. 8, Leads. 9, Tea-rose. 10, Sh-ears. 11, Dec-I-de. 12, S.-pie-s. 14, Stone. 18, Rounds. 20, Stable. 23, Sup-pose. 24, Norm-a. 25, Scrap merchant.

Down - 1, (french) Polish. 2, Imag(in)e. 3, O-b-serve. 4, Kite. 5, Plane. 6, Emotion (anag.). 7, S-wed-en. 13, Plumper. 15, Ti-tanic. 16, Frosts. 17, Re-pa-st. 19, Droo-p. 21, Bur-.M.A. (rev.). 22, Gene (Jean).

Your profile is low at the start of the week, then you are in demand. Receiving or being nominated for an award may be suggested. Information should be updated before you submit a report.

Your social activity centres on small group functions, with the chance to get to know friends of friends. You begin to question your psychic powers when some recent predictions don’t come true.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

Thursday and Friday accents thrift and budgeting. The weekend includes a chance for renewing friendships. Don’t pass it up. A hint of a bonus or promotion may come your way.

Stars & Puzzles

CANCER—June 22-July 22

This week tests your ingenuity. You are asked to handle a string of neighbourhood problems and family negotiations. There is also a romantic side to the week, beginnng on Friday.

PISCES—February 20-March 20

The weekend may find you combining business with pleasure. Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that you don’t force anything along.

LEO—July 23-August 22

The focus is on budget cutbacks this week. Legal problems can be handled to your advantage. Check with family before making long term travel commitments.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about helping others - especially if they follow your suggestions. Your romantic streak is prominent later this year. One reminder - in important relationships, give more praise than advice.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

There is some truth to the rumours that circulate Thursday and Friday, but keep mum. A friend is demanding of your emotions - you may decide to draw a limit. Finances may receive a boost by the weekend.

LIBRA—September 23-October 22

The opinions you hear may be less than completely honest. Friday and Saturday offers opportunities for earning spare cash. Time shared with an ailing friend is important.

Your profile is low at the start of the week, then you are in demand. Receiving or being nominated for an award may be suggested. Information should be updated before you submit a report.

SCORPIO—October 23-November 21

TAURUS—April 21-May 22

TAURUS—April 21-May 22

The emphasis is on putting the finishing touches to existing programmes, not starting grandiose schemes. A partnership arrangement may need some redefining of responsibilities. Don’t delay.

A strained relationship improves after a much needed break. A higherup cuts right through a bureaucratic entanglement. A family member cheers up and your presence has much to do with this.

A strained relationship improves after a much needed break. A higherup cuts right through a bureaucratic entanglement. A family member cheers up and your presence has much to do with this.

GEMINI—May 23-June 21

GEMINI—May 23-June 21

Your social activity centres on small group functions, with the chance to get to know friends of friends. You begin to question your psychic powers when some recent predictions don’t come true.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22

The pressure’s on to improve your performance, which may mean additional hours, additional headaches and by the end of the week, additional prestige. A long distance communique could offer something in your favour.

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

Your social activity centres on small group functions, with the chance to get to know friends of friends. You begin to question your psychic powers when some recent predictions don’t come true.

CANCER—June 22-July 22

Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is highly encouraging.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

CANCER—June 22-July 22

This week tests your ingenuity. You are asked to handle a string of neighbourhood problems and family negotiations. There is also a romantic side to the week, beginnng on Friday.

LEO—July 23-August 22

Thursday and Friday accents thrift and budgeting. The weekend includes a chance for renewing friendships. Don’t pass it up. A hint of a bonus or promotion may come your way.

This week tests your ingenuity. You are asked to handle a string of neighbourhood problems and family negotiations. There is also a romantic side to the week, beginnng on Friday.

The focus is on budget cutbacks this week. Legal problems can be handled to your advantage. Check with family before making long term travel commitments.

LEO—July 23-August 22

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

PISCES—February 20-March 20

The weekend may find you combining business with pleasure. Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that you don’t force anything along.

The focus is on budget cutbacks this week. Legal problems can be handled to your advantage. Check with family before making long term travel commitments.

There is some truth to the rumours that circulate Thursday and Friday, but keep mum. A friend is demanding of your emotions - you may decide to draw a limit. Finances may receive a boost by the weekend.

VIRGO—August 23-September 22

LIBRA—September 23-October 22

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about helping others - especially if they follow your suggestions. Your romantic streak is prominent later this year. One reminder - in important relationships, give more praise than advice.

There is some truth to the rumours that circulate Thursday and Friday, but keep mum. A friend is demanding of your emotions - you may decide to draw a limit. Finances may receive a boost by the weekend.

The opinions you hear may be less than completely honest. Friday and Saturday offers opportunities for earning spare cash. Time shared with an ailing friend is important.

SCORPIO—October 23-November 21

LIBRA—September 23-October 22

The emphasis is on putting the finishing touches to existing programmes, not starting grandiose schemes. A partnership arrangement may need some redefining of responsibilities. Don’t delay.

The opinions you hear may be less than completely honest. Friday and Saturday offers opportunities for earning spare cash. Time shared with an ailing friend is important.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22

The pressure’s on to improve your performance, which may mean additional hours, additional headaches and by the end of the week, additional prestige. A long distance communique could offer something in your favour.

SCORPIO—October 23-November 21

The emphasis is on putting the finishing touches to existing programmes, not starting grandiose schemes. A partnership arrangement may need some redefining of responsibilities. Don’t delay.

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is highly encouraging.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22

The pressure’s on to improve your performance, which may mean additional hours, additional headaches and by the end of the week, additional prestige. A long distance communique could offer something in your favour.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

Thursday and Friday accents thrift and budgeting. The weekend includes a chance for renewing friendships. Don’t pass it up. A hint of a bonus or promotion may come your way.

CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20

PISCES—February 20-March 20

Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is highly encouraging.

The weekend may find you combining business with pleasure. Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that you don’t force anything along.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about helping others - especially if they follow your suggestions. Your romantic streak is prominent later this year. One reminder - in important relationships, give more praise than advice.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

Thursday and Friday accents thrift and budgeting. The weekend includes a chance for renewing friendships. Don’t pass it up. A hint of a bonus or promotion may come your way.

PISCES—February 20-March 20

The weekend may find you combining business with pleasure. Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that you don’t force anything along.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about

Support available to you when your child is injured in a transport accident

Grainger Legal

In Victoria, we have an insurance scheme run by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to provide treatment, services and in the case of serious permanent injuries, lump sum compensation to people injured in a transport accident in our State. When a child is injured in a transport accident in Victoria, support is available to the parents and immediate family members of the child. That support includes:

• Loss of wages – currently the TAC can pay up to $1,500 per week for a parent needing to take time off work to visit their dependent child in hospital. Generally, the first five days off work will not be paid unless the parent can demonstrate financial hardship.

• Travel and accommodation costs – the TAC can pay for costs associated with parents visiting their injured child in hospital, or the costs of immediate family members who live more than 100 km away, visiting a child or adult in hospital. Once discharged from hospital, the TAC can pay for the cost of travel and accommodation associated with treatment for injuries sustained in a transport accident.

• Family counselling services required after the death or severe injury of a family member – this benefit is available to the spouse or partner, parents, children, brothers and sisters, grandparents and grandchildren of a person who has died or is severely injured in a transport accident. Counselling services are currently paid up to a maximum of $17,850 per family.

It’s important to note that any family member who is diagnosed with their own mental injury as a result of their child’s transport accident may be eligible to lodge their own claim. This also applies to members of the public in situations where they saw a transport accident, helped at the scene of a transport accident, or saw the immediate aftermath of a transport accident.

Eligibility to receive TAC benefits is dependent on your specific circumstances and it should be noted that the information above is general in nature. If you, or someone you know, needs help or advice about a TAC claim, or help with claiming benefits, please contact our office to arrange an appointment with our experienced TAC lawyers. Our first appointments are free and without obligation; they are designed to ensure that anyone injured in a transport accident, or anyone with a loved one injured in a transport accident, is fully aware of their entitlements under the TAC scheme and understands how to claim them.

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Detected travelling a bit quick

A speeding driver has had his car impounded by local police after travelling more than 80 kilometres an hour over the speed limit.

A 19-year-old Werribee man was intercepted by Moorabool Highway Patrol on Ballan Road in Balliang East at around 3.50 pm on Sunday 21 May, detected travelling at 183 km/h in a 100 km/h zone.

Victoria Police said on social media that his car was impounded, and he will be charged on summons to appear at the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates Court at a later date.

Speeding at 45 km/h or more over the limit carries a mandatory minimum licence suspension of 12 months, but the 19-year-old is likely to be suspended for longer than that given the breach of nearly double that 45 km/h minimum.

ANGLE GRINDER WorkZone 93549 excellent condition. $50 – 0412 741 865

BACKPACK, Bulldog cap membership 2023 & football $250423 252 922

BEANIE BEARS variety of types

x 10 $2 each - 0423 252 922

BBQ 6 burner with gas bottle & cover.

$100 - 0417 478 593

BED SIDE DRAWERS (3 drawers)

timber stained $15 – 0409 186 576

BED single - Girls pink brass bed

$100 - 0423 252 922

BED Queen Iron frame, mattress & base $100 - 0419 332 403

BED Single Pine, EC $100 - 0419

332 403

BEDSPREAD QS padded, reverse

shan $60 – 0418 318 164

BIKE 26” GC $35 – 0415 295 139

BIKE TYRES, 2 by 124 x 95 & a tube, also 2 by 20 x 2.125 & 2 tubes. $15 the lot. Melton, 0414 691 891

BLANKET Frozen Disney Elsa

wearable. New $15 - 0423 252 922

BLENDER Mistral new in box $250417 110 261

BRICKS 2nd hand (mixed colours)

approx. 100 FREE Pick up Bacchus

Marsh - 0481 744 011

CAT CARRIER, portable, EC $15 –0412 869 304

CHESS SET, Pieces 4” high, Asian made in case $70 0458 644 633

CHEST OF DRAWERS - Tall (4 long & 2 small) timber stained $40 – 0409 186 576

COMPRESSION TIGHTS, women’s skins size XS, black. EC, $50 – 0421 831 432

COUCH 2 Seater, fabric FREE – 0450 784 308

COUCH 3-seater suede, beige colour. Ex Cond. $100 – 0414 525 670

COUCH 2-seater GC. Cream & light green material covering antique style.

Cushions inc. $80 - 0414 525 670

DRESSING GOWN, white, micro plush, Hotel Living brand, new, $15 –0412 869 304

DRILL & TECH BITS, combination wood, metal & masonry drills. Full Kit. $40 - 0428 671 116

DVDS - The hobbit trilogy $100 –0423 252 922

DVDS X-files box set, Spec ed. season 1-9 New $100. 0423 252 922

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EXERCISE BIKE Everlast Brand GC

$50 – 0488 521 323

FIRE TOOLS brass on stand incl

bellows $100 - 0418 318 164

FLY ROD 8 weight, 9’ long, 4 pce $60 – 0447 672 218

FRIDGE, LG, two-door side-by-side, GC. $50 – 0406 513 089

FRIDGE Westinghouse 420, top freezer, bottom fridge, GC $100 ONO

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GUTTER GUARD - black - 8 rolls

180mm x 8m $20 – 0409 186 576

HEATER OUTDOOR, Patio Heater

$30 - 0423 252 922

HEDGE TRIMMER Ryobi Electric

63cm bar EC $50 - 0407 229 990

HOMYPED SLIPPERS blue velvet size 8, new $20 – 0408 951 676

HUTCH low-rise, 4 drawer, dark brown GC FREE, pick up only – 0455

480 196

INCONTINANCE BRIEFS 8 pairs size

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JEWELLERY stands (2) $5 each 0423

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MATTRESS single, Sealy EC

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MOBILITY WALKER GC, light weight, brakes, bag $85 - 0409 942 224

MOBILITY WHEELCHAIR GC, Foldable $85 - 0409 942 224

MY LITTLE PONIES Princess

Twilight Sparkle & 2 soft ponies $15 –0423 252 922

ORBITAL SANDER GMC brand $40 - 0447 672 218

PETTICOAT Rock & roll or square dance Light blue tuille & lace $20 –0423 252 822

PLAYSTATION 1 games (30) $20 each - 0423 252 922

PIANO wooded FREE 0458 644 633

PJ Mask scooter with suitcase $20 –0423 252 922

POLISHER - Black & Decker Buffer Polisher model WP1500K, new buffer pads, used once $90 –5310 6671

PORCELAIN DOLLS (11), GC $100 lot - 0418 302 463

POWER SCRUBBER, handheld, cordless, waterproof, brand new in box $30 – 5310 6662

QUEEN BEDROOM SUITE, Parker 5 pieces, $100: 0450 784 308

QUEEN SIZE BED BASE, short legs and castors GC $65 - 0432 185 009

ROLL-TOP DESK VGO 123cm.wide, 110cm high, 10 drawers, very heavy $100 - 0408 998 700

SCREWDRIVER set, Stanley, 14 piece, new, $20. Ph: 0418 318 164

SHOES girls boots, Asics runners & slippers sizes 10,12 & 13 $12 lot, will separate - 0423 252 922

SPOTLIGHTS stainless steel bar x 3, globes incl $40 - 0418 318 164

STEEL CABINET 12 drawers, 360w x 650h x 650d $50 ONO – 0400 579 124

SHEETS (2 packs) black satin sheets. Incl fitted, flat & 2 pillow cases. $20 each - 0423 252 922

STANLEY screwdriver set in case. $25 - 0428 671 116

STEEL PANELS, mostly Colorbond, numerous sheets, $50 for the lot – 0406 513 089

STRING LIGHTS 20 bulbs 4.1mtr with battery $30 - 0447 672 218

THERMO COOK Kuchef, used 3-4 times $100 - 0437 023 383

TILE CUTTER extra wide, used once $100 – 0419 523 670

T-SHIRT Grinch size small, $12 –0423 252 922

T-SHIRT Pacman size small $10 –0423 252 922

T- SHIRT Tie dye style Santa Cruz size L $10- 0423 25 2922

UNIVERSAL Webster Dictionary books x 15. FREE 0458 644 633

WALKER for Elderly, New, $60 –0421 745 262

WHEELCHAIR black, folding as new, $100 - 0431 301 521

WORK SHORTS hard yakka size 92R Brand new $7 – 0423 252 922

Ballan Lions

Dates: June 3

Inglis Street (Main Street), Ballan

A monthly community market with homemade, home grown goods and wares, with the Lions BBQ to boot!

Ballan

Dates: June 10 9am - 1pm • 73 Inglis st, Ballan

Fresh local produce, wine, bread, homemade products and plants. The gold coin entry donations going back into our community.

Bacchus Marsh

Dates: June 10 9am - 2pm • Maddingley Pk, Station St, Bacchus Marsh

A lovely variety of quality stallholders and food trucks. Bring a picnic blanket and invite your friends/family for a lovely market day out.

Eynesbury

Dates: June 25 9am - 2pm • 487 Eynesbury Road, Eynesbury

Relaxed surroundings with a wide range of stalls from produce growers & makers, food vendors & artisan crafts.

Darley Your Market here!

Dates:

Dates:

PAINTING

TOPLINE COATINGS

• General Domestic & Commercial Painting

• Wallpapering, Faux & Specialised finishes

• Complete Handyman & property maintenance service

• Plastering & General building repairs

Contact Neil Harty Ph: 5367 1776 Mob: 0418 312 288 Email: neilharty1@gmail.com

ROOFING

ANDY UNDY’S ROOFING

FULLY QUALIFIED ROOF TILER For all your roofing needs!

✔Re-bedding and Re-pointing

SEPTIC CLEANING

Biocycle Aqua Nova Taylex Systems

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• Free Quotes TREE

SEPTIC

DEATH NOTICE

Robin Melbourne “Dizzy” Dyson

Born Jan 10th, 1940.

Passed May 24th, 2023 after a long battle with Leukemia. Dearly loved husband of Lola for 56 years.

Much loved father of Bradley & Rachel and Andrew & Kate. Grandfather & Pa of Jasmine, Teddy, Erin, Kane, David, Olivia, Elijah and Matilda.

Eldest son of Marjorie & Melbourne Dyson (dec). Brother of Sandra (dec), Cassie and Phillip.

The Dyson family wish to thank Bacchus Marsh Palliative Nursing Staff for their wonderful care of Robin the past few weeks. Sadly Missed but Always Loved

FUNERAL NOTICE

The Funeral Service for the late

Mr Robin Melbourne "Dizzy" Dyson will be held at Michael Crawford Funerals Chapel, 226 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh on FRIDAY (June 2, 2023) at 11am. A Private Cremation will follow. In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Leukaemia Foundation in memory of Robin. You can donate online here: www.leukaemia.org.au/make-a-donation/donate. The Service for Robin will be Live Streamed and available to view on our website: michaelcrawfordfunerals.com.au (Select - Funeral Live Stream)

BACCHUS MARSH, BALLAN

Ph. 5367 6733

THE MOUNT EGERTON CEMETERY TRUST

The Mount Egerton Cemetery Trust is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified members of the community who would be interested in becoming honorary trust members. Women and those from a diverse background are actively encouraged to seek appointment.

Cemetery trust members are appointed by the Governor in Council for a term of up to five years on the recommendation of the Minister for Health. Cemetery trusts are responsible for the proper and efficient management of the public cemeteries under their control, including planning for future cemeteries services and the preservation of local history.

Being appointed to a cemetery trust provides successful applicants with a unique opportunity to develop their competencies as a board member. The Department of Health provides free governance training to all trust members. Current trust members whose terms of appointment are due to expire may apply for reappointment as part of a competitive selection process.

More information about the role of cemetery trust members is available at: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/cemeteriesand-crematoria/class-b-cemetery-trust-appointments

To register your interest please contact The Mount Egerton Cemetery Trust as follows within two weeks of the date of this advertisement:

The Mount Egerton Cemetery Trust contact details: 0408 341 376

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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION LOCATED AT DARLEY

Telstra plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility located at Lot 2 Plan TP335377 Swans Road Darley VIC 3340 www.rfnsa.com.au/3340005

1. Telstra Limited (A.C.N 051 775 556) are currently upgrading existing mobile network facilities to allow for the introduction of 5G to Telstra’s network. As part of this network upgrade, Telstra proposes the installation of NR850 (5G) and NR/LTE2600 (4G/5G) technologies at Darley. The upgrade comprises of the removal of five (5) existing panel antennas, installation of five (5) new panel antennas (each no more than 2.8m long) and installation of associated ancillaries. All internal equipment will be housed within the existing shelter at the base of the facility. The purpose of this installation is to provide 5G technology.

2. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”) based on the above description.

3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or written submissions should be directed to Michael Cheung, Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd (A.B.N 54 005 139 873) via email to: Michael.Cheung@aurecongroup.com or via post to: Michael Cheung, Aurecon Pty Ltd, Level 3, 25 Grenfell Street Adelaide SA 5000 by 5pm on 14 June 2023.

Forests Act 1958

Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) to dedicate the following lands as Reserved Forest under Section 45 (1) of the Forests Act 1958:

Crown Allotment 19A, Parish of Korweinguboora

Following dedication, these lands will further be proclaimed to form a component of a new Forest Park under Section 50 (1) of the Forests Act 1958

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Central Highlands Football League

Ballarat Football/ Netball League

Dunnstown Netball

RESULTS – ROUND 6

Peterkin, Annie Flood & Amy Purtell

This week - Dunnstown v Springbank (H)

Central Highlands Netball League

RESULTS – ROUND 6

Photo – Tim

DEVILS DEN ROUND 7

FOOTBALL

Darley travelled to a cold Ballarat on Saturday to play against the Lakers and it was a successful day on the ground for all the teams.

The U19s kicked the day off with a hard-fought 15-point win and with only 15 players it was a great match. Deacon and Seth Fawcett, along with James Hardinge, all came up from the 17s and were in the best.

The reserves continued their good form with an easy win and the seniors played a tough game but won convincingly.

Under 19’s Darley 10.9.69 d Lake Wendouree 8.6.54

GOALS: Koby Churchill 2, Cooper Murley, Taj Blunt 1, Deacon Fawcett, James Hardinge, Cooper Parsons-Jones, Taine Powell, Jack Wilson

BEST: Jack Wilson, Cooper Murley, Jarrod White, Seth Fawcett, Deacon Fawcett, Jacob Presnell

NETBALL

19’s & Under

Darley 57 d Lake Wendouree 17

GOALS: Sarah Mason, Greta Gorman-Jacobs

BEST: Maddy Lerino & Lucy Taylor

C-Grade

Lake Wendouree 35 d Darley 32

GOALS: Renee Hulls, Lauren Martin, Bridie Shanahan

BEST: Renee Hulls, Addison Wright

Reserves: Darley 15.12.102 d Lake Wendouree 1.7.13

GOALS: Brayden Wood 4, Jyson Fawcett 3, Trent Angwin 2, Blake Colley 1, Jett Fuller, Harley Inglis, Dimitrios Lambris, Leigh Spiteri, Jacob Zeestraten

BEST: Jacob Zeestraten, Darcy Matricardi, Blake Colley, Luke Vassallo, Ayden Tanner, Liam Noonan

E-Grade

Lake Wendouree 41 d Darley 11

GOALS: Isabella Di Mieri, Jessica Blake, Chloe Elcoat

BEST: Keeley Libbis & Natalie Wilks

B-Grade

Darley 53 d Lake Wendouree 39

GOALS: Sarah Mason, Monique Nagle

BEST: Sarah Mason, Monique Nagle

SENIOR WOMEN’S FOOTBALL

ROUND 7 - DARLEY VS EAST POINT

Seniors

Darley 17.13.115 d Lake Wendouree 6.7.43

GOALS: Riley Matricardi 4, Will Johnson 3, Joel Cadman 2, Darren Leonard, Adam Azzopardi 1, Luther Baker, Matt Denham, Lachlan Ingham, Billy Myers, Bailey Young

BEST: Luther Baker, Riley Matricardi, Zane Le Huray, Billy Myers, Will Johnson, Shane Page

D-Grade

Lake Wendouree 30 d Darley 22

GOALS: Bridie Shanahan, Takeya Tanner

BEST: Bridie Shanahan, Takeya Tanner

A-Grade

Darley 53 d Lake Wendouree 46

GOALS: Becca Hicks, Monique Nagle

BEST: Monique Nagle, Ailish McCormack

It was a sunny afternoon at the Hub and the girls played their usual relentless selves. East Point fought hard and even though the Devils were down four players, the outcome was fabulous. Next week it is 1 v 2 on the ladder and it will be an exciting match. Get behind the Darley girls and go and support them.

Darley 14.12.96 d East Point 0.3.3

GOALS: Kim Bessell 8, Madalyn Clarke 6

BEST: Lilli Condon, Summer-Lee Prior, Chloe Oughtred, Natalie Wilks, Crystal Layton

NEXT ROUND

Round 8 men’s footy and women’s netball will be played at Macpherson Park next Saturday against Melton. Our women’s footy side will play against Redan at City Oval on Sunday.

Six straight on the road Pride amid pain

By Adam Hamilton (HRV)

Through the thick fog of disappointment comes so many positives for Just Believe and Down Under trotting.

Devastating, heartbreak and “feeling sick” were the first emotions for driver Greg Sugars after Just Believe was tightened, clipped a wheel, broke stride and lost all chance of qualifying for the final in his Elitloppet heat last Sunday night in Sweden.

But the sceptical locals had already seen enough.

The fact Just Believe had come from a horror barrier, had no luck and was still travelling strongly when disaster struck had turned plenty of heads and changed almost as many minds.

To most European experts, Just Believe was a fascinating novelty and not really taken seriously in the world’s greatest trotting race.

But smirks and giggles turned into respect and a want to see more despite the Inter Dominion and Great Southern Star winner finishing tailed-out.

Leading journalists and form experts from around Scandinavia, who descend on Solvalla every May for the Elitlopp, were lavish in their praise for our top trotter.

“Elitloppet is the hardest race in the world and he didn’t embarrass himself at all,” said one Norwegian scribe. “He showed he’s good enough to race here and if I was the owners, I’d give him two, three or four more runs here.”

Leading Swedish form expert Dennis Englebo added: “I understand they (Myrniong driver Greg Sugars and Myrniong trainer Jess Tubbs) are feeling down, but to me it showed he was competing really well.

“Everyone saw he was a really good horse, but unfortunately it didn’t show in his placing. I hope he stays. They have an option to fly home in mid-July and I hope they do, so they can stay for a few more races.”

Understandably, it took Sugars a while for the disappointment and feeling of what might have been, but he saw the silver lining once it did.

“The only positive is that he showed he was up to the task, but unfortunately it didn’t work out today,” he said.

“Sometimes it’s a game of inches and today those inches were against us.”

Excitingly, Just Believe will race again, at least once, before returning home.

Sugars confirmed as much, but just where and when is the bigger question.

“The two Swedish tracks have shown interest as did the Oslo (Norway) people tonight, while the Finland club invited us to their Group 1 race, too,” he said.

The bigger picture is the credibility Just Believe gained for himself and, more broadly, Down Under trotting.

“That’s a real positive to take out of it, that our Southern Hemisphere horses aren’t that far behind these Europeans anymore,” Sugars said. “And, hopefully, as breeds continue to improve and trainers become smarter and better with trotters, that we will be able to come back as Australians and Kiwis and compete at the highest level, which is incredible.”

It wasn’t the fairy tale result we all hoped for, but it was still a “win” on so many levels.

'Harry' did us proud, turned some heads and will get another chance, maybe in the Group 1 Oslo Grand Prix in two weeks, to fight another day.

By Todd Whelan

Darley Football

A Bewley-less Darley made it a sixth straight win on the road last Saturday to set up a mouthwatering match up against fellow undefeated and reigning Premiers Melton at MacPhersons Park this coming weekend.

Opportune forward Riley Macardi booted four goals for the winners in his best game for his new club behind a best on ground performance from midfielder Luther Baker, defender Zane LeHuray and former Williamstown VFL utility Billy Myers. Under 19 talent Lachie Ingham debuted for the Devils and performed soundly, capping his memorable day with a goal.

Unfortunately, a sickening neck injury sustained by promoted Lakers Under 19 talent Kyle Anderson took the gloss off an otherwise dominant Devils win. Having flown high for a defensive spoil in the middle of the ground Anderson fell dangerously causing a nervous stay of proceedings in the third term. While clearly disturbed by the nature of the fall, Lakers coach Jack Fitzpatrick paid credit to his boys to fight out the game, with the outcome usurped by the primary welfare concerns of the teenager. According to Fitzpatrick, scans on the weekend were positive, clearing Anderson of any permanent damage who was later granted permission

to leave hospital.

In more positive news for the one win Lakers, Joel O'Connell and Angus Bade continued with their solid seasons alongside Cody Helyar, Rory O'Keefe and big man Shane Finlayson.

** Darley's Match of the Round meeting against Melton this Saturday can be heard LIVE on Apple 98.5FM from 2pm - don't miss any of the action.

COACHES VERDICT

Fitzpatrick (Lakers) - "Today really puts things into perspective. I've never seen anything that bad on a footy field before - we just hope 'Ando' (Kyle Anderson) is okay. We need to wrap our arms around some pretty shaken up players. A big thanks to Darley and the help provided by their trainers." Jordan (Darley) - "Good to have another win on the road. Lakers cracked in and made us earn it. Good to identify a few areas we can work on moving forward. Our thoughts go out to Kyle Anderson and the Lakers following his injury."

FINAL SCORE

Darley 17.13-115 def Lake Wendouree 6.9-45 Darley (Best) - L. Baker, R. Matricardi, Z. Lehuray, B. Myers, W. Johnson, S. Page Darley (Goals) - R. Matricardi 4, W. Johnson 3, D. Leonard 2, J. Cadman, M. Denham 1, L. Baker, B. Young, An. Azzopardi, B. Myers, L. Ingham.

Lions end Maddingley Park drought

By Todd Whelan Bacchus Marsh Football

Finals aspirant Sunbury have ended a nine-year winning drought on Maddingley Park downing a spirited Cobras outfit by 41 points.

The Cobras led by as much as 17 points in time-on of the second term before the Lions hit the gas adding nine unanswered goals up until the final change, putting the game beyond doubt and any thoughts of an upset.

Cobra forward Jake Owen finished with three goals all in the first half to put the visitors on notice before the Lions regathered, reeling in the half time deficit before extending to a match winning 43 point lead at the final change. The swing in momentum came largely on the back of Essendon VFL listed Lions forward Jake Sutton who finished with a game high four goals (seven behinds).

The Cobras began in fine style despite conceding the opening two goals of the game as Darcey Bishop and debutant Spence Jenks provided the response. Jenks kicked one of the goals of the day with his one touch gather inside 50 and finish across the body.

Midfielders Jake McCreery and Tyson Shea, along with Owen forward and Jake Parente at the back, combined to provide much of the resistance before the undermanned Cobras were eventually over ran.

While the Cobras seemingly “dropped the ball” in the third term coughing up 7.6 to just one behind there was some merit in their performance having won the last quarter albeit

with the sting out of the game.

The winless Cobras have endured no favours with the draw having played each of the top six teams currently listed on the BFNL ladder suggesting a win for the rebuilding club may be just around the corner with match ups against Lake Wendouree (9th) and Melton South (11th) over the next two rounds.

What the coaches said

Williams (B/Marsh) - “A really good first half but again our depth was exposed. However, we see it as another week trending in the right direction.

Hodgson (Sunbury) - “We were pretty average defending in the first half and credit to the Marsh, they played some good footy. We managed to win over contested ball and get it to the outside in the third quarter and help set up the win.”

Final Scores

Bacchus Marsh 9.6-60 lost

Sunbury 14.17-101

Bacchus Marsh (Whelan’s Best) - J. McReery, J. Owen, J. Parente, T. Shea, A. Porter, A. Craig.

Bacchus Marsh (Goals) - J. Owen 3, H. Coulton 1, S. Jenks, D. Bishop, A. Craig, J. Cott, J. McCreery.

Photo – Tim Saultry / sportingherald.com.au

Myrniong driver Greg Sugars with Just Believe prior to their big race day in Sweden last Sunday. Photo – Courtesy of Adam Ström

COBRA NEWS – MAY 30, 2023

NETBALL MILESTONES – KAREN PAWLOWICZ, VANESSA MAYNE AND STEPH JENKS

Karen Pawlowicz has been with the Cobras since 2005 and played her 250th game of netball against Sunbury last Saturday. She has been a long-standing player playing across all grades and is currently a player, umpire and coach for the Cobras.

Vanessa Mayne played 97 games of netball for the Cobras between 2005-2010. Vanessa returned to netball in 2023 and played her 100th game against Sunbury last Saturday. During her time away from netball, Vanessa began playing football with the Cobras and will also play 50 games of football this season.

A big shout out to Steph Jenks who played her 100th game of Junior netball last Sunday.

FOOTBALL MILESTONES

A significant number of Junior Football Milestones were celebrated last weekend. Fantastic to see our young people committing to the club early and staying around to reach their milestones.

100 Games: U 17’s Theodore Farrell, James Kennedy, Angus Jones 50 Games: U 15’s Zachary Dalli, William Richards

U 13’s Harrison Cordell, Jack Fisher, Elijah Grero

SPONSORS DAY

Saturday June 17 will see Bacchus Marsh play Melton South at home at Maddingley Park. This day will combine our MND Big Freeze Day with our Sponsors Lunch in the Club Rooms at Maddingley Park. Please come along and support this great awareness and fundraising campaign from midday.

The Bacchus Marsh Football and Netball Club will host our sponsors for a light lunch before the main game. The sponsors will catch up on all the club news and our appreciation of them will be acknowledged. We will also introduce Calix as our Platinum Sponsor for the 2023 season. We encourage all members and supporters to make yourselves aware of the club sponsors and to support their businesses in return for their support of our club.

MND BIG FREEZE

Don’t forget the MND Big Freeze, Bacchus Marsh style on Saturday June 17. The ice cubes are cooling already so the pool will be icy cold. The first sliders for this year’s freeze have been announced, with Nat Watson, Jackie Cook, Ian McClure and Belinda Wakefield taking the plunge, amongst others. It’s for a great cause and is great entertainment. So come along donate some money to this great cause, buy a MND 9 beanie, watch games of footy or do them all.

PAST PLAYERS GATHERING – LAST SATURDAY

A number of past players, from a number of different eras, gathered during our home game against Sunbury last Saturday. This coincided with the 5 Year Reunion of our 2018 Reserves Premiership team. A great number of the players who played that day turned up and a great time was had by all. A couple even made a comeback and pulled the boots on for a run in the Reserves against Sunbury. Thanks for the memories boys.

CLUB THIRDS

Anyone looking for a great night’s entertainment of a Friday night, keep an eye out for The Cobras Club Thirds matches at Maddingley Park. These games are about entertainment and players from a broad background get together to have a game of footy. Last Friday night The Cobras played at Maddingley Park against Yarraville/Seddon. The Cobras chalked up their first win for the season, but the biggest winner on the night was footy. A good number of spectators watched the game, and they were joined by players from both teams for a great social gathering after the game. Keep an eye out for the next Club 3rds home match.

Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics

Bullengarook Recreation Reserve was the venue for last week’s Cross-Country competition. Bacchus Marsh haven’t competed at this venue for several years, but it was a welcome return as athletes tackled the varying terrains which consisted of a fast flat start & finish on the reserve oval before heading out through the tranquil bushlands. A venue also renowned for its horse events, the Under 7-17 athletes experienced obstacles throughout the course which included post jumps and small tyre jumps.

The Open age athletes commenced competition, competing over a 3km distance. While athletes ran in a pack for the majority of the race it was Under 14 athletes Jujhar Tamber (Melt) and Nicholas Ibrahim (BM) who broke away in the later stages. Nick dug deep to remain on Jujhar’s heels, and it came down to a sprint finish which saw Jujhar take line honors, just 2 seconds ahead of Nick. Lachlan Simons took the points for the Under 13 boys while Lily Norman (BM) was the first Under 13 girl to finish. Mia Preddy (Melt) was the first Under 14 female home while Sam White claimed victory for the Under 16s.

Next to toe the line were the Under 11 & 12 athletes, racing over 2 kilometres. Ella Preddy (Melt) took an early lead within the first 500ms with Bacchus Marsh’s Iyla Robinson only metres behind and Zeke Horne (BM) sitting comfortably in 3rd place. Dushan Baniluk (BM) and Mitchell Elmer (Melt) were determined not to lose sight of the leaders. Head-

ing into the final 1km Zeke had started to pick up the pace, moving past Iyla to remain in touch with race leader Ella. A sprint finish saw Ella just hold on, from a fast-finishing Zeke, who recorded a PB, with Dushan crossing the finish line in 3rd place overall - 1st Under 12 athlete. Mathilde Grant ran her best race this season taking over 45 seconds off her previous best time.

Thirty Under 10 and 11 athletes raced over 1500 metres, consisting of a 1km and 500m loop. Under 10 athlete Anni Clarke (BM) was in peak form and led from start to finish, recording a great win and a big PB of 5:53.57 mins. The top 3 placings in the Under 10 boys race went to Bacchus Marsh teammates Joshua Askew, Angus Norman and Mitchell Tung. The Boys Under 9 placegetters were Auden Sundqvist (BM), Harry Johansen (BM), Harry Wark (Melt), while the Under 9 girls top 3 finishers were Lyla Clark (BM), Emilia Ibrahim (BM) and Sofia Anikeev (Melt).

The Under 6 athletes appreciated the fast course, with majority of the race taking place on the reserve oval. Judy Brody-Wall (BM) recorded a convincing win in a PB time of 2:11.63 mins with Zyah Cameron (Melt) next to cross the finish line, also running a PB. Other PB results were recorded by Poppy McClure (BM), Millicient Johansen (BM), Ryder Reid (Melt) and Paige Foley (BM).

The final race for the morning saw the Under 7 & 8 athletes tackling the 1km course. Melton’s Fletcher Reid notched up back-to-back wins for the Boys Under 8s, in a PB performance of 4:06.83 mins. Tait Ash (BM) was officially declared

the 2nd placegetter while George Jacobson (BM) was awarded 3rd place. The boys Under 7 official top 3 places went to Bacchus Marsh teammates Angus Jacobsen, Hendrix Wake and Hayden Tung. The girls Under 7 points went to Arijana Brown (BM), Agatha Wood (Melt) and Matilda Askew (BM) while Bacchus Marsh athletes Millie McClure, Emmy Foley and Gigi Baniluk were our Girls Under 8 top 3. This week - The Cross-Country meet will be held at Lady Northcote Recreation Camp, Glenmore.

Ballan Brumbies Basketball

The undefeated U16 Boys C took to the court on Friday night against a dangerous Saints Bullets outfit.

A sloppy opening few minutes from both sides finally gave way to baskets from Christian Young for Saints and Tom Connally for Ballan, quickly followed by a Barney Batiste layup and a Noah Pace runner as Ballan opened up a small lead. Ballan was looking the more dangerous, generating a slew of good lucks that they were unfortunately unable to convert. Luckily big Joe Bunnage was on hand, colleting numerous offensive boards, creating problems for the Saints bigs.

The introduction of Koby Robertson for Saints changed the flow of the match.

With Saints quickly opening up a nine point lead, Ballan needed a reaction and got it from the Pace brothers. Noah hit a deep three pointer and another cute floater whilst James bustled his way to the basket, getting to the free throw line.

At the half, Brumbies trailed 20-25.

They came out of the break with a re-

newed focus on defense, Harrison Clark, James Pace and Connally all moving their feet well to stymie Saints dangerous guard rotation. Bunnage and defensive ace James Prosser were getting the job done inside, contesting shots and cleaning up on the boards.

Noah Pace continued to be a thorn in Saints side, repeatedly penetrating the key, either finding cutters or scoring himself. He made a pair of great passes leading to a Prosser layup and free throws for younger brother James.

With Ballan trailing by two points and only a few minutes to play, the Brumbies coach decided to hold back on a bench rotation and roll with the five he had on the floor. It turned out to be a wise decision as the two players that were due to come to the bench, Connally and Batiste, both made telling contributions to the Brumbies late game heroics.

Connally poked the ball away from Jerger to create a turnover from which Prosser scored, quickly answered by Robertson.

On Saints next possession, Batiste snared a huge rebound in traffic with Connally swishing a huge three in the ensuing possession, handing the Brumbies the lead. Batiste again controlled a tough miss in traffic as Ballan’s defense continued to shine. The big man finally sealed the game with a lovely scoop shot off the window with just under 10 seconds remaining.

Saints hared down the court with one chance to launch a potentially game tying three, but again Ballan held firm as the combination of Connally and Noah Pace forced Robertson to fumble the ball, Saints never getting their final shot away as Ballan came from behind to snatch a 42-39 win.

RESULTS

Under 8

Ballan 9 lost Drummo Dragons 39

Under 10 Boys

Ballan D 4 lost Drummo Dragons 15

Ballan B 5 lost Excies Acmy 24

Under 12 Boys

Ballan C 58 def Celtic Tigers 26

Battle of the Tigers

Bacchus Marsh Baseball

A rematch from the first round of the season saw the Bacchus Marsh Tigers take on the Corio Tigers who were placed 3rd on the ladder, however this time BM triumphed with a solid 6-2 win.

Starting pitchers were James Bailey for the for BM Tigers, and Joel Hughes for Corio.

Corio were unable to score in their first at bat, while leadoff batter for BM Nathan Gell continued his good form, dispatching the ball to left field and getting safely to first. He stole second then was brought home by the batting of Jonathan Bell, giving BM Tigers a 1 – 0 advantage.

Corio took up the challenge and scored two runs from doubles by Andrew Henderson and John Brown in the second innings to swap the lead.

An injury to Corio’s catcher in the third innings may have swung the game in BM’s favour. While the score remained 1-2 until the bottom of the fourth, Corio’s pitcher J Hughes walked 5 batters and BM’s James Early made good contact with the ball to grab back a 4-2 lead.

Each team made pitching changes in the fifth innings, James Early came on for BM Tigers holding out Corio. Bacchus Marsh batters took to Daniel Stones, the replacement pitcher for Corio with 5 hits adding 2 extra runs before time was called ending the game.

BM Tigers are settling into a strong format and are proving themselves to be contenders. They have notched up wins against each of the other teams in this division. It was great to see rookie Sam De Leon getting his first hit, however an ankle injury to coach Bronwyn Gell is of concern.

Ballan E 14 def Phoenix Wasps 11

Under 12 Girls

Ballan 19 def Sovereign Knights 10

Under 14 Boys

Ballan F White 21 def Sovereign Knights 15

Ballan F Blue 57 def Saints Hawks 4

Ballan D 24 lost Celtic Tigers 30

Ballan B 54 def Excies Acmy 28

Under 14 Girls

Ballan D 10 lost Sovereign Knights 29

Ballan B 29 def Celtic Tigers 24

Under 16 Boys

Ballan G Blue 47 def Wildcats 39

Ballan G White 54 def Phoenix Rush 18

Ballan E 55 def Saints Crocs 25

Ballan C 42 def Saints Bullets 39

Under 19 Boys

Ballan H 31 lost Phoenix Raiders 49

Ballan E 75 def Phoenix Vikings 26

Ballan D 46 def Wildcats 18

Under 19 Girls

Ballan 26 def Phoenix Sky 17

Ballan Golf Club

RESULTS - W/E SATURDAY 20 MAY

Wednesday – Stableford

Winner - Bob Arklay (11) 37 points

R/Up - Barry Sims (12) on c/b

NTPs - 12th David Richie (Howlong GC), 15th Barry Sims. Magpie - 14th David Leach.

Saturday – Stroke

Fairbairn Cup Qualifying Round 1 & Jack Papworth Cup Final.

A R/up - Rick Roden 75-12-63 on c/b from Don Wickson. B GRADE

Winner - Tom Paarhammer 75-17-58.

R/up - Bill Pickering 86-19-67 on c/b from Jimmy Walsh. NTPs - 12th Don Wickson, 15th Chris Dunn. Magpies - 14th Chris Dunn, 18th Bob Arklay. Ball Comp - 6 Balls c/off 65 on c/b Chris Dunn, Tom Paarhammer, Rick Roden, Don Wickson, Anthony Moore, Barry Sims.

** Special Mention - Congratulations Chris Dunn - 59 strokes off the stick – one stroke over the club record.

Jack Papworth Cup Winners

Tom Paarhammer & Frank Raffaele 42 points defeated Kev Lockman & Les Martin 35 points.

The Open age competitors compete in their 3km run. Photo – BMLAC

James Bailey pitching for BM Tigers Photo - G Tinkler ©