Moorabool News November 7

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Tuesday 7 November, 2023

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Race Ready

By Lachlan Ellis

BALLAN CUP: (L-R) Zara and Jenna Toohey are race ready for the ‘Mane Event’ at Geelong this Saturday. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

If you’re after a fun day at the races without the fuss of events like Flemington, there’s an event running this weekend that’s just the ticket.

The Ballan Cup is back this weekend, and will offer fun for the whole family, from marquees and the fabulous Silks Dining experience, to free kids’ activities, live music, and Fashions on the Field.

The event is run by the Ballan Jockey Club at the Geelong Racecourse, and Club President Billy Smith said the event provides “a totally different atmosphere” to races in the city.

“It’ll be a great day of country racing. Buses will be leaving from Bacchus Marsh and Ballan for just $10 as well, so people can get to the event cheaply and safely.

It’s a completely different feeling to going to the Flemington races, it’s a more casual, relaxed day out at the races,” Mr Smith told the Moorabool News.

“Gates open at 11.02 am – they would open at 11 am but it’s Remembrance Day being the 11th of the 11th. As part of that, all RSL members will get free entry, they just need to show their card at the gate.”

The Ballan Jockey Club prides itself on helping out community groups on Cup Day, with a portion of last year’s proceeds going towards the development of the Ballan Recreation Reserve pavilion.

This year the Ballan Pony Club will be running the raffle and taking the proceeds from it, and the Ballan & District Community Shed will run the barbeque.

“It doesn’t matter what the weather will be like on the day – rain, hail, or shine we’ll be racing, and it’ll be a really enjoyable day for all.” Mr Smith said.

Buses will be leaving at 10.30 am, with Bus 1 taking passengers at Bacchus Marsh Railway Station and Bus 2 from Ballan Railway Station.

You can also get on Bus 2 at Bacchus Marsh leaving at 10 am, heading to the Cup via Ballan. The return time for the buses will be 6pm, 30 minutes after the last race.

General admission is free for those 17 years and under, and just $17pp if purchased online. On the day adult admission is $20pp, $15pp for concession.

For more information and to book your tickets, visit country.racing.com/ballan.

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Outgoing mayor says thanks As the outgoing Mayor, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank my fellow Councillors and the community for their support during my 12 months in the role. It has been a very busy 12 months, and whilst it was a difficult decision not to recontest the Mayoral election, I will continue to enjoy flexible work arrangements when returning to fulltime employment that will allow me to continue to serve the community as a Councillor in 2024.

A Councilor’s role is exciting, diverse and rewarding. Councillors play a leadership role in working with the community to create and implement the community vision and strategic plan for Moorabool residents. Council does always aim to achieve the best outcomes for the local community while having regard for the long term and cumulative effects of those decisions we make.

A report on Council’s performance over the previous 12 months is included in the 2022/23 Annual Report, but I wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some of the performances over the past 5 years.

The current population of Moorabool is approximately 36,000 and this is expected to reach 65,000 by 2041, whilst the current population of greater Bacchus Marsh of 26,790 is expected to exceed 46,000 by 2041. Our population is also increasingly diverse, with 20% of our population born overseas.

Our growing population emphasises the need for support from the state and federal governments, Council and industry to relieve the pressures and to capitalise on the opportunities that comes from such growth.

While Councillors determine policy direction for the community, to optimise community outcomes, a Council needs a good working relationship between Councillors and management. Councillors rely on advice from officers, and I am pleased that a very healthy and respectful relationship exists between Councillors and the CEO, senior management and staff. These strong relationships are imperative for navigating the challenging decisions that face us within the modern local government context and our growing municipality.

Since the appointment of CEO Derek Madden in 2018, and with the support of the previous Council, the Moorabool Shire Council has undertaken an unprecedented capital improvement and capital works program.

Some points of note: • In 2018 Council had a capital works budget of $11.6 million amongst total revenue of $58.6 million. Council received $3.98 million in grants. Rates of $32.3 million provided 55% of Councils revenue.

• In 2023 Council had a capital works budget of $51.3million (growth of 340%) amongst total revenue of $93.9 million (growth of 60%). Council received $28.6 million in Grants (growth of 618%). Rates of $36.9 million provided 39% of Council revenue.

Cr Rod Ward, outgoing Mayor Moorabool Shire Council PHOTO: TMN

• Further, in 2023/24 Council will undertake a $60 million Capital Improvement Program which includes $43 million in new works, $13 million in asset renewal and approximately $4 million in asset upgrades. 70% of this spend will be funded by external grants and other sources.

This has occurred across a period of unprecedented inflationary growth of 6-7% pa, and in some cases where increases in construction costs have far exceeded the inflationary figure. With rate capping being set by the State Govt of 3.5% pa, this has challenged Council to ensure that we are maximising the benefits for our expenditure.

Some of the highlights of the increased investment in capital improvements since 2018 include: • Moorabool’s new $17 million Bacchus Marsh Indoor Stadium (Stage 1 of MARC) • Bald Hill 1,000+ steps and adjoining Telford Park All-abilities trail complete. (Stage 3 – Lookout and summit All-abilities trail will commence in 2024.)

• Completion of 3 stages of Aqualink Trail connecting Lerderderg River in Darley to Bacchus Marsh Train Station.

Final stages and seating and exercise stations to be undertaken in 2024.

• Completion of new $4.2 million Ballan Sports & Community Pavilion • Completion of new $5.5 million Darley Sports & Community Pavilion

• Completion of Council’s new outdoor depot in Ballan • Completion of $9.4 million West Maddingley Early Years Hub • Completion of new netball courts at Bungaree.

• New cricket nets and training facilities installed in Ballan • Progression of Bacchus Marsh Racecourse Recreation Reserve development: - Oval 1 complete - Pavilion for oval 1 complete - Ovals 2 & 3 nearing completion - Plans for new $6.5 million pavilion to ovals 2 & 3 signed off and construction to commence in 2024 • Detailed design for new $12 million Bacchus Marsh Bowls Facility finalised and construction to commence in 2024 • Detailed design for new $8 million Ballan Library & Community Centre (including new town plaza) finalised. Construction to commence in 2024.

Further construction works to commence in 2024 include the Dunnstown Pavilion refurbishment and the Navigators Hall upgrade.

All of this has been achieved whilst navigating through the Covid-19 crisis from 2020 to 2022, and supporting those sections of the community impacted by two extreme weather events in 2021 and 2022, and overseeing the community recovery.

From a financial perspective, it is pleasing to note that in achieving the above, Council remains in a healthy financial position, with Council’s debt significantly lower than in 2018, and cash reserves higher. From a staffing perspective, staff costs have reduced as a percentage of overall revenue from 2018 to 2023.

A shortlist of priorities for Council moving forward includes: • Continuing to support the community against the Western Transmission Lines • Advocating for the critically needed Eastern Link Rd in Bacchus Marsh • Federal funding for the Moorabool Aquatic Facility in Bacchus Marsh • Increased funding for road improvements • Implementation of Council’s new Visitor Economy Strategy and Economic Development Strategy to attract tourism and major events and investment into the shire • Continued development of Parwan Employment Precinct.

Thank you, Cr Rod Ward, outgoing Mayor Moorabool Shire Council A new Mayor will be elected on Wednesday 8 November at Council’s Special Statutory and Annual Appointments Meeting.

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Flourishing Flower Show

By Tina Seirlis Visitors and locals were out in force at the Bacchus Marsh Flower & Garden Show on 28 and 29 October. The Show which in its ninth year once again took place at what could only be described as a bustling Bacchus Marsh Public Hall.

In addition to showcasing the region’s best plants and flowers, other Show highlights included decorated cakes, preserves, photography, children’s categories, and the annual plant sale.

Many young visitors enjoyed face painting, balloon blowing, and the children’s activity table.

The not-for-profit event comes under the umbrella of the Rotary Club of Bacchus Marsh and is supported by an active 15-strong volunteer committee, some of whom are also Rotarians.

Across the event weekend the volunteer force multiplied

four-fold, with up to 60 people involved in everything from accepting entries, setting up tables, selling plants, running stalls, and hosting visitors.

Kathy Cairns, Chair of the Bacchus Marsh Flower & Garden Show said entries were up 33 percent on last year.

“The event also saw an increase in attendee,” she said.

“Quality and numbers in the Junior Section was up on last year too. Cake entries were up and the judge commented favourably on the standard. The Joce Williams Best in Show Award went to a stunning single stem Bird of Paradise,” Ms Cairns told the Moorabool News.

Young four-year-old Grace, from Balliang, took out second place in the children’s category for a Decorated Saucer – Any Theme. Reflecting on what it meant to submit an entry, she said she “liked putting the rose in it and it was exciting.”

Sisters Kerri Sommerfield and Helen Davies both entered the Cakes – Single Tiered category, taking out first and sec-

ond place respectively.

Ms Davies said they entered again because they had so much fun last year.

“Whoever loses has to buy the other a coffee.”

Whilst the final fundraising figures were not yet available, the event had made a profit.

“Some of the money will be set aside as seeding for next year’s Show,” Ms Cairns said.

“The Flower & Garden Show Committee will also work with the Rotary Club of Bacchus Marsh to decide on disbursement of the monies.

“The event brings people with common interests together.

We put a big effort into the local primary schools trying to get the younger generation interested in gardens and displaying their creativity.”

As the doors closed for 2023, preparations almost immediately commenced for 2024.

LEFT: Grace, 4 from Balliang alongside her 2nd Place Decorated Saucer. CENTRE: Siblings Helen Davies (left) and Kerri Sommerfield, entrants in Cakes – Single Tiered Decorated.

RIGHT: Country Women’s Association stall, June Webb, Robyn Cooper, Sylvia Halloran, Karin Wilson, Denise Perry. PHOTO: TINA SEIRLIS/TMN

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Help improve your services Moorabool Shire Council is undertaking a large piece of work to identify where there are gaps in local services in areas such as health and education, and is seeking community input.

Council wants to hear from a range of people throughout Moorabool, especially those involved in the health, education, recreation and community sectors, those who run community groups and anyone who can help shape our mapping, so it can create an overall picture to help advocate for services for Moorabool residents.

The first step in the consultation process is a survey through our Have Your Say portal on Council’s website.

Moorabool Shire Mayor Cr Rod Ward said Council knew of gaps in many areas where Moorabool residents can’t access services locally or easily.

“This could impact on Moorabool Shire being a thriving and healthy community. I encourage anyone involved in health, mental health, sports, recreation and education services and groups to jump online and complete this survey. The broader community will have an opportunity to have their say via a survey which will be online at a later date,” Cr Ward said.

“There are services, such as education, that Council does not provide, but once we complete the mapping project and work out what is needed and where, we can advocate strongly to other levels of government, such as the state government for education. This piece of work could result in great benefits to the entire shire.”

Cr Ward said the growing population makes this project even more important. “… as we want to future-proof the services we offer.”

Head to haveyoursay.moorabool.vic.gov.au/community-services-engagement-2023 to complete the survey before the deadline on Friday 1 December.

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By Lachlan Ellis Moorabool Shire Council’s latest Annual Report on performance over the financial year has been accepted and published, but not without dissent.

The report was moved by Cr Tonia Dudzik and seconded by Cr Paul Tatchell at the 25 October Special Meeting of Council, but Cr Tom Sullivan voiced his disapproval of the report, due to “identity politics” within it.

As the mover of the report, Cr Dudzik spoke first.

“Considerable work has gone into preparing the Annual Report by officers, and we’ve had a very good outcome by the auditors.

I’m rather surprised that Cr Sullivan is opposing it,” she said.

“My concern is, I’m not talking about the VAGO Report which is a good endorsement of the policies of Council. But I just, reading the report itself, there’s this theme of identity politics creeping into the report itself. I find that distasteful, that’s my reading of it,” Cr Sullivan said.

“We believe in an egalitarian society in Moorabool, we shouldn’t have to name people and put a tag on them, that’s all. Everyone’s treated the same, and that’s the way it should be. That theme and undertone I don’t like.”

Though Cr Tatchell was the seconder of the motion, he said he agreed with Cr Sullivan’s sentiment.

“You ever have one of those days where you wish you hadn’t seconded something?

I have to agree with what Cr Sullivan said, but in reality, the Annual Report is from the CEO and the Mayor so it’s sort of pushing the blame somewhere else,” he said.

“I think these Annual Reports really belong to the people that were there at that time… whilst there may be different viewpoints, I think there’s just Annual Reports given by the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and CEO.” Crs Dudzik, Tatchell, Ward, Berry, and Edwards voted in favour of receiving the Annual Report, while Crs Sullivan and Munari voted against it.

Council’s Annual Reports provide information on how Council has performed against its adopted Council Plan and Annual Budget, including completed and commenced projects, infrastructure works, Councillor attendance at meetings and expenses, and much more.

To read the report in full, visit www.moorabool.vic.gov.au and search ‘Annual report’.

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‘Tyre’d of rubbish dumping

By Matt Romania It is alleged over 1000 tyres have been dumped along a dirt road nature strip in Merrimu.

The cleanup of illegal dumping also poses a costly problem for Moorabool Shire Council.

Moorabool Mayor Cr Rod Ward, said it was very frustrating to hear about the tyres dumped recently in Merrimu.

“Illegal dumping of materials costs the Council about $80,000 a year to clean up,” he told the Moorabool News.

Cr Ward encourages residents who witness illegal dumping of materials - be it household items, building materials, chemicals, or general waste - to contact the Council immediately to initiate an investigation.

Reporting is confidential and can be done online at moorabool.vic.gov.au/dumped-litter or by calling 5366 7100. Offenders can face fines and criminal prosecution.

Residents are urged not to touch any dumped material.

While it might be tempting to search through the discard-

ed waste or rubbish to identify its owner, this can hinder any legal proceedings.

In the recent Merrimu case, the offenders were successfully prosecuted.

“Hopefully, this deters more of such behaviour,” said Mayor Ward.

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) states that dumped tyres are a hazard to both the community and the environment. Waste tyres are hazardous due to their non-biodegradable and flammable materials.

“They can lead to fires that are difficult to control. Tyre fires generate hazardous smoke, which can cause health risks through the inhalation of particles and chemicals,” says the EPA.

Over 1,000 tyres mar Merrimu’s landscape. PHOTO: MATT ROMANIA

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Police pleased by rider compliance

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By Lachlan Ellis A local operation targeting off-road motorbike riders doing the wrong thing has ended, and police say they’re broadly happy with the results.

‘Operation Endo’ began on the first Sunday of October, and continued every weekend through the month, with Highway Patrol and Uniform members from the Moorabool and Ballarat Police Service Areas checking state forests and national parks.

Checks included alcohol and drug testing, registration and licence checks, as well as education on safe riding practices.

Acting Sergeant Mathew Beavis from Moorabool Highway Patrol thanked those who were doing the right thing when out riding off-road in Moorabool.

“We were very impressed with most people being well behaved and doing the right thing,” he said.

“Out of all the persons checked in Moorabool and Ballarat, we detected five unregistered motorcycles four unlicensed riders (never held a rider licence), four people exceeding the speed limit, one person disobeying signs, and one drug rider.” Acting Sergeant Beavis told the Moorabool News.

State forests and national parks focused on during the operation included, but were not limited to: Lerderderg, Bungal and Wombat State Forest.

Official data for the past decade show serious injury and injury collisions are occurring predominantly on Sundays between 9am and 3pm – hence the focus on Sunday riders.

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Weaving a new landmark

By Lachlan Ellis

Moorabool Shire Council

lected by local ecologist Ben Courtice.

“We also honour Wurundjeri women. They New public artwork at a local trail has been were incredibly important custodians of this officially launched at an event held last month.

Country, because it was them who walked The Binak Biik (Basket Country) project, along with their digging sticks, digging up created by Aunty Kim Wandin and Chris Joy, the roots and bulbs, the yams and orchids, was launched on Thursday 26 October at the and kept the soil friable and oxygenated, and Telford All-Abilities Sculpture Trail, with the allowed other things to grow.” rain holding off long enough for a smoking Baskets are also significant as Wurundjeri ceremony, speeches, and a light lunch for atwomen have woven them for generations, tendees. with Aunty Kim being taught by her grandWhile Aunty Kim was unavailable to attend mother Ollie, and her grandmother being TheMsnext Mee�ng of Council will be held the launch, Joy Ordinary spoke in her stead, and taught by her grandmother in turn, Jemima. said the on bronze cast woven baskets, basalt Wednesday 7 July 2021 in the Council Chambers, 15 Stead St Ms Joy said the open baskets also symbolise rocks, and indigenous plants that formed the Ballan, star�ng at 6.00 pm. an “openness or void” for what comes next, piece symbolised traditions of weaving and discussions, ideas, and future possibilities. caring for Country.

Mayor “I’d likeFor to really applaud Moorabool or Shire details on a�endance to theMoorabool view the Shire agenda, go Cr to Rod Ward said it was important to celebrate Indigenous Council for this project at the Telford All-Abilwww.moorabool.vic.gov.au ities Trail, continuing beyond the 1000 Steps, culture, and the Binak Biik artwork did so and getting people out walking along their in a way complementing Council’s plans to beautiful Country. It’s a great honour for me encourage physical activity and community connection. to speak here today,” Ms Joy said.

“We all know that our Indigenous culture is “Aunty Kim and I selected the basalt, which the oldest continuous culture on the planet, represents the basalt plains that run west from Melbourne out to western Victoria, and it is important to us. This artwork does upon which many mobs of Victoria walked, represent a very important message for all shared resources, and protected Country. of us, which is that if we care for Country, There are also endangered species planted in Country will care for us,” he said. between the stones, which were carefully se“Obviously the opening of the sculptures

here is part of the broader opening we’ve had recently for the All-Abilities Trail here at Telford Park, and it’s a further extension of the opening of the 1000 Steps.”

Cr Ward said very soon the next stage of the

project will be undertaken.

“Right near the top of Bald Hill will be the viewing platform and another all-abilities trail, and Council is exploring some more artwork there.”

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Keep fire hydrants clear

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CCTV policy adopted

By Alice Dell (3rd Yr Latrobe Uni) As the Gordon Fire Brigade have been renewing fire hydrants throughout the community, they’ve come across an important message that needs to be shared.

According to the Fire Brigade’s Facebook page, firefighters could use your help. They ask that anyone with a fire hydrant on or near their property, ensure one metre around the hydrant is cleared of plants and any obstructions.

As the majority of house fires start at night, fire hydrants need to be as easy to find as possible, especially in the dark.

When firefighters arrive, access to the fire plug will often be required immediately. Anything that might slow this down may lead to unnecessary damage.

A spokesperson for the Gordon Fire Brigade, said delayed access to water can increase the risk to both occupants of burning buildings and firefighters themselves.

“People may be trapped or injured in the building while waiting for firefighting efforts to gain traction.”

Property owners may face legal consequences if their failure to maintain or clear fire hydrants results in damage or loss of life.

The CFA’s Fire Hydrants Guide says firefighters often have difficulty accessing hydrants when responding to emergencies due to obstructions such as parked cars, stock pallets, fences and overgrown vegetation.

The Gordon Fire Brigade requests the public look out for these things to avoid precious time being wasted during an emergency.

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By Lachlan Ellis Moorabool Shire Council has voted to enact a new policy on establishing CCTV in public places in the Shire, with all Councillors voting in favour.

Cr Paul Tatchell raised a concern over who will monitor any CCTV cameras set up by Council, referring to cameras in Ballarat.

“I was actually at a Ballarat thing last Monday, and there’s three CCTV cameras at a particular place monitoring what’s going on. All the brains trust that manage the CCTV, including Council, had no idea who monitored it, because it was never documented,” Cr Tatchell said.

“So if it’s on a public building, in this case it was, or a public space, the question came up, there was probably 25 [people] in the room…no-one knew who monitored it, how long it was monitored for, how long the information was kept for, and whether the information could even be used.”

Cr Tatchell asked for clarification on how Moorabool Shire Council would monitor and document its own CCTV cameras.

Council’s Executive Manager Democratic Support & Corporate Governance, Celeste Gregory, said each CCTV system or infrastructure will actually have their own process.

“That will outline who’s got access to monitor it, how long it will be stored for. It could be in-house or outsourced to another provider, depending on what their requirements are. That will be documented at that level, not within the CCTV policy, this is more the framework, rather than it being at that detailed level,” she said.

“Access will be requested through either myself, the CEO, or another General or Executive Manager, depending on what the access is required for.”

Ms Gregory said access isn’t going to be given to anyone without any reason for them to actually access that data.

The motion was moved by Cr Tonia Dudzik, and seconded by Cr Munari, with no dissent and all Councillors voting in favour.

The report notes that CCTV footage can be utilised by Council “for various purposes including but not limited to community safety, asset security and monitoring of illegal dumping”.

The Draft CCTV Policy was approved at Council’s 2 August 2023 Ordinary Meeting of Council to progress to a four-week consultation period, between 10 August 2023 and 7 September 2023.

Six submissions were received via the Have Your Say platform during the consultation period, with the submissions broadly in favour of the CCTV Policy, though one submission did note concerns around the potential for facial recognition cameras being used.

Council officers said Council “does not have any plans to implement CCTV systems that utilise facial recognition technology”.

The policy will be subject to renewals every two years, though Council may choose to renew it on an annual basis if necessary.

Guide to success

By Matt Romania The L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program, driven locally by Moorabool Shire Council and Djerriwarrh Community & Education Services, assists eligible young Victorian learner drivers between the ages of 16 and 21 years. Specifically, the program helps those who do not have access to a supervising driver, or an appropriate vehicle to gain the driving experience required for a probationary licence.

Since inception in 2009, the program has had 220 graduates who have their driver’s licence, and now there’s a call for additional mentors to increase that number, and ultimately help young drivers gain crucial driving experience.

Tanya, L2P Program Coordinator, said it’s not just about the 120 hours learners need to drive.

“It’s about friendship and the many aspects of driving - including road safety, wellbeing, and dealing with stressful situations. The right mentor is an essential part of the program.”

Mentors and program participants are not simply names on a list that need to be checked off; they’re carefully vetted and matched to ensure the best fit.

“For example, mentors are matched with learners if there is a common interest they can discuss,” Tanya said.

Speaking about the program’s legacy to The Moorabool News, Tanya mentioned that one of the longest-serving mentors has been with the program for 11 years.

“One of his former learner students gained their licence in 2015 and has recently returned to join the program… but now is a driving mentor.”

Another program mentor, Anthony MacCartin said there are positives for both the

young learner driver and volunteer mentor.

“Seeing the growth in the learners, not just their driving, but their confidence, social skills, and ability to deal with feedback has been inspiring,” he said.

And there are broader benefits of volunteering.

“I enjoy seeing personal growth of participants and also get a social aspect out of it talking with the other mentors,” Mr MacCartin said.

The program offers ongoing training and support, regular social elements for mentors, and for those new to the role, a one-day session - half theory and half practical. The program also provides cars, equips them with dash cams for safety, and covers fuel costs.

They clearly understand the importance of their volunteers.

“Volunteer mentors are the backbone of the L2P program, and we welcome enquiries and applications,” said Tanya, a sentiment echoed by local Police Officer, Leading Senior Constable Jim Ross.

“This program gives young people independence, helps their job search… and mentors are what makes all of it possible. Without them there’s no program.”

Snr Constable Ross voiced his gratitude for local sponsors like Bacchus Marsh Community Bank and Don Watson Transport for “supporting this initiative that benefits young drivers.”

“If you have a spare 1-2 hours per week and would like to become a driving mentor and help change the life of a young person, we’d love to hear from you.”

Interested in becoming an L2P Mentor?

More information is available at www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/L2P or by contacting L2P@ djerriwarrh.org.

Success – L2P Mentor Trevor, congratulates Fady on achieving his P plates.

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YOUR BIN COLLECTION DAY MAY BE CHANGING

We’re updating our bin collection routes due to growth within the shire and to ensure we can continue to deliver a reliable and consistent service Around 50% of residents are affected by this change which will take place from 27 November 2023.

From this time, Council will provide new and replacement bins at no charge to residents.

There will be a two-week period where all bins presented will be collected while you adjust to the changes.

All residents impacted by the change will receive a letter outlining their new collection days.

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Memorial wall filling up

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A wall honouring cremated loved ones at a local cemetery has proven a worthy project, as plaques honouring departed loved ones now fill its top row.

The Maddingley General Cemetery Trust completed the memorial wall in June this year, naming it ‘The Allan Comrie Wall – For Plaques Acknowledging the lives of People Whose Ashes are Scattered Elsewhere’ after 40year volunteer at the cemetery Allan Comrie.

Trust Member Rick Dickson said it was lovely seeing the community take up the concept.

“The emotionally inspired idea of creating a place for remembrance where plaques acknowledging the lives of people whose ashes are scattered elsewhere can be installed has

proven to be of great interest to the community. Already we have had eight plaques ordered and the complete top row on the wall has now been taken,” Mr Dickson told the Moorabool News.

“We have created something that was missing for those that have lost loved ones. It is very touching to see the response we get once people understand the concept.”

The wall was first approved at a Trust meeting on 13 February this year, and was supported by Jim O’Rourke from O’Rourke Monuments.

Five walls in the cemetery grounds have also been identified by the Trust to accommodate similar plaques in the future if the need arises.

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Boost to Medicare families in Hawke,” Mr Rae said.

On top of the investment in bulk billing, the Government is investing in a $1.5 billion indexation boost across the board for Medicare rebates, increasing the amount that doctors receive for Medicare services and reducing pressure on GPs. A new Medicare rebate for GP consultations of 60 minutes or longer has also commenced, Hawke MP Sam Rae visited Grant St Medical giving patients a rebate of Centre in Bacchus Marsh. $191.20, and doctors the time PHOTO: OFFICE OF SAM RAE MP to provide better care for people with complex physical and New investment into Medicare from the mental conditions.

Federal Government is set to help thouPresident of the Royal College of Genersands of children and pensioners see a al Practitioners (RACGP), Dr Nicole Higbulk billed GP, a local MP has said. gins, welcomed the changes.

Federal Member for Hawke Sam Rae “The tripled bulk-billing incentive for said the Albanese Government was committed to make healthcare more afford- standard consultations is a critical stopgap to slow the decline in bulk billing,” able for families across the country.

Dr Higgins said.

“I know how important it is for our com“It’s targeted relief that will help GPs munity to see a doctor when and where to bulk bill more patients who need it – they need it,” he said. children, pensioners, and healthcare card From last Wednesday 1 November, the holders.” bulk-billing incentive for local GPs has been The investment is projected to make tripled – the largest investment in bulk billvisiting a bulk-billed GP easier for 56,926 ing in the 40-year history of Medicare. children and their families, and 26,961 The incentive applies to bulk billing for pensioners and concession cardholders, children under 16, pensioners, and other in the Division of Hawke.

Commonwealth concession cardholders, Patients registered with MyMedicare with these patients accounting for around will also be able to access Medicare rethree out of five GP visits. bates for longer telephone consultations “Our historic investments into bulk billfrom their registered practice. ing will make a huge difference for local

COMMUNITY UPDATE - October 2023 Moorabool Wind Farm Community Fund Round Five - Successful projects

Moorabool Wind Farm is pleased to confirm support for seven local organisations through the Fifth round of the Community Fund: Moorabool Landcare - Growing skills for a sustainable Moorabool Ballan Historical Society - Monies towards outbuilding construction Ballan Arboritium - Gazebo Slope Beautification St Patricks Gordon - Active Engagement Space Successful Scholarship Applications Ballan Scouts- Ballan Scout and Community Centre Moorabool Wind Farm is pleased to confirm support for Shed six local individuals through the Scholarship Fund: BAF- Moorabool Wind Farm Stage Three post graduate students Ballan community house- Mental health initiative One Year 9 student We would like to thank the volunteer assessment panel Two TAFE students for their help in awarding these grants, as well as the

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This round brings a total of $1 Million awarded to over 70 local groups and individuals.

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Firearms, drugs seized Fourteen firearms, cannabis, and methylamphetamine were seized in a police raid on a Gordon property late last month, with a man facing ten charges.

Detectives from the Illicit PHOTO: VICTORIA POLICE Firearms Squad seized the firearms and drugs following a search of a property in Gordon on Thursday 26 October, as part of an investigation into firearms trafficking and manufacture.

During the search of the property, police located seven handguns including four home-made weapons, four longarms, three imitation firearms, a home-made flame thrower, firearm parts, ammunition, a 3D printer and equipment.

Police also located more than 70 mature cannabis plants, cannabis saplings and a small quantity of methylamphetamine.

The raid came as a result of information received from the Australian Border Force, with the warrant executed at a Portland Flat Road address.

A 47-year-old Gordon man was arrested and interviewed by police.

He was subsequently charged with the following: • Possess a traffickable quantity of firearms • Prohibited person possess a firearm • Manufacture a firearm • Possess parts for manufacturing a firearm • Prohibited person possess an imitation firearm • Prohibited person possess a prohibited weapon • Possess cartridge ammunition • Cultivate cannabis • Possess cannabis • Possess methylamphetamine The man has been bailed to appear at the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates’ Court on 15 December 2023.

The investigation remains ongoing.

The Illicit Firearms Squad is based within Victoria Police’s Crime Command and targets the manufacture, trafficking and use of illicit firearms across Victoria.

Anyone with information about illicit firearms is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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Discovering inclusive language

By Alice Dell (3rd Yr LaTrobe Uni)

When addressing a person with disabilities, whether we should say “disabled person” or “person with disability” largely depends upon the preferences of each individual.

Some people see their disability as a large part of their identity and wish for this to be acknowledged. Others feel that their disability makes up just one part of who they are, preferring for this not to be highlighted as much when they are addressed.

Everybody is different and not grouping all people with disabilities together is a sign of respect and support of their individuality.

Juliet Middleton, CEO of LiveBig, a therapy support provider for people with disabilities, says this is all about recognising the diverse identities within the community.

“Words are powerful. They can uplift or hurt, connect or divide… By having open conversations and using the language that’s preferred, we PHOTO: CREATIVEQUALITYSOLUTIONS.COM.AU can create an environment that values everyone’s and don’t feel ashamed or wish to minimise it anymore,” identity and promotes understanding,” Ms Middleton says Victorian Disability Advisory Council (VDAC) memsaid. ber Jax Jacki Brown.

There are two main ways of referring to people with disPerson-First language puts emphasis on a person’s idenabilities. tity beyond their disability. “Person with disability,” is an Identity-First language may be the preference of people example of this. that see their disability as a core part of their identity. An “Disability does not define me; it has only served to segexample of this would be to say, “Charlie is autistic”. regate me. I wish to be seen as a person first. I am more Generally speaking, younger generations have populathan just my disability. I’m proud of my achievements,” rised this to express their continuously increasing accepsays VDAC member Caitlin Syer. tance and efforts to normalise disabilities.

At the end of the day, this is a matter of discussion and “I personally prefer identity first language. For me, sayrespecting individual preferences. ing “I am a disabled person” is saying that I belong to a Ms Middleton said using inclusive language shows recommunity of people who are excluded and marginalised because our bodies and minds are different from the so- spect.

“It’s good to ask individuals with disabilities how they cially prescribed “norm”. Disabled is also a term of pride for me; it proclaims that I accept and value my disability want to be addressed and to use their name if unsure.”

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Dear Editor, Have you ever been a volunteer? It feels great, doesn’t it? Imagine if you were responsible for putting those volunteer’s life at added risk?

For an organisation like the CFA who relies predominantly on volunteers, why wouldn’t it stop and ask the question ‘Why are we allowing the added risk of Transmission Lines to our volunteers and those we serve to protect?’

Rural land holders (who are typically CFA volunteers) pay a Fire Services Property Levy on their land, which funds the annual estimated expenditure of the CFA and its (paid) employees.

The CFA has its own standing orders that stipulate ‘25 metre minimum clearance should be maintained of the transmission line easement.’ However, in hypothetical conversation with CFA employees they are far too quick to say ‘but we didn’t ask you to attend that fire’ or ‘we didn’t ask you to go near the transmission lines’….Every minute is vital, and every second is critical to containing and stopping wildfire.

The front line of a wildfire as a CFA volunteer; 3:05pm Sunday, Jan 1 – Temp 38 degrees, 43 km northerly wind gusting to 57km… forecast top is 41 degrees before a ’dirty’ change late pm. The fire truck has red and blue lights flashing, you are wearing your full PPE, your neighbour is driving the fire tanker and your cousin stands beside you on the back.

Every minute it burns, it is reeking destruction and danger in every aspect. Traveling to the map reference received, you can see the plume of smoke billowing into the air. The colour of the sky has turned to a darkened yellow/grey, as the sun is blocked by the plume of smoke.

3:34pm - Radio chatter increases from the fireground as other volunteers arrive on scene.

The radio is screaming, ‘We need more tankers’, ‘We need help on the south side’, ‘It’s jumped the break on the north east side’. Now the visibility is down to a kilometre max. We receive direction from fire ground control to stay on the east

side of the fire, followed by a firm reminder that Transmission Lines will be in the fire ground at some point.

3:37pm - We wheel onto the flank of the fire, 4-5 meters from the flames, now the air temperature is well in excess of 45 degrees, the fire being only meters from the side of the truck, flames are as high as the truck and the smoke blocking our view in every direction, visibility no more than 30-40 meters at best, you can feel the heat of the fire against your face, one hose being used to knock the flame as far in front of the truck as possible (5-6 meters), the second to extinguish the reduced flame beside the truck.

The wind is creating havoc, not only the dust, smoke and soot, but the water from the hose is barley hitting the ground and flame, it is being blown off target.

3:38pm - The driver continues to read the fire closely, watching the two on the back closely for facial reaction and body language to gauge if we are close enough to the fire, too far, going too fast or too slow….his focus broken as the radio screams ‘Where is that bloody aircraft? It is heading towards the house, we need all available units on the southwest side, of the fire now’. The driver is left to make a judgment call….3:43pm - on the back…you continue to bounce across a paddock none of you have ever been in before, your own focus is broken with an alarm screaming, ‘We’re out of water, we need more water’.

3:44pm - We have now been on the fire ground, attacking the fire for just over 7 minutes with limited visibility. That is a mild understanding of what it can be like on the fireground and having emptied your first tank of water….at what point did you identify the imaginary line that is no closer than 25 metres to the next imaginary line, which is approximately 50 metres from the 540,000 volts of power that will arc and kill you and your crew from potentially 75 metres away?

You can thank the Labor Governments for the loss of asset and life (be that human or animal). VNI West Project Manager, Sam McGee is advocating that ‘You can fight fires under the

lines’. Aircraft won’t be able to help as 540KV of electricity does not discriminate when there is smoke in the air, being an extremely good conductor of electricity and the lines will arc and flashover will occur.

What will the response be at the next Royal Commission?

CFA advised their volunteers to remain at least 25 m from the easement? CFA stated the safety of their volunteers wastheir highest priority, however we can’t control where they fight wildfire? Or the same recommendation as the previous Royal Commission? Recommendation 27.2 - Transmission lines should be put underground.

Life is far more precious than foreign investment and volunteers’ lives are far more important than being ‘A political’.

The Naked Farmer, (18-year CFA Volunteer)

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Garden of lifelong learning Last warning for wine thief

By Tina Seirlis

Sunshine, teacakes, volunteers, and notable community leaders were out in force at a local primary school celebration last week.

Featuring an abundance of gratitude and familiar faces, Bacchus Marsh Primary School (BMPS) held back-to-back events for volunteers and students on Thursday 2 November to recognise the 15 year BACK ROW- Grade 5 and 6 Kitchen Garden Captains. anniversary of the Steph- FRONT ROW - Ms Kym Raft, Kitchen Garden Teacher, anie Alexander Kitchen Mr Tom Hill, former BMPS Principal, Ms Melinda Williams, Garden Program.

Principal. PHOTO: TINA SEIRLIS/TMN Dozens of existing and past program volunteers, sharing that he originally came on board as a including many students’ parents and grandclassroom teacher in 1966. parents, also known as ‘treasures’ were pro“It was the same year decimal currency was fessionally greeted on arrival at the event by introduced,” Mr Hill said. courteous and confident grade five and six He remained a classroom teacher until 1972, Kitchen & Garden Captains Volunteers were treated by their hosts to and whilst continuing to call Bacchus Marsh an afternoon tea featuring a magnificent pas- home, undertook other teaching roles at sionfruit sponge, lemon slice, quiches, scones nearby schools in the west, eventually returnand cream, and many other savoury and ing to BMPS to take up the role of Principal sweet high tea treats, similar to those served in 1981.

Mr Hill learned of the Kitchen Garden celeon tiers at city venues. bration with thanks to the earlier article pubBlue skies were the icing on the cake for a wonderful afternoon commemorating a pro- lished by The Moorabool News. He then gengram that takes students on a journey from erously reached out to offer tomato plants for hand to soil, through to preparation of the the garden resulting in the much-welcomed reconnection with the school. foods they have sown and harvested.

Following on from the volunteer afternoon A highlight of the day, in addition to the anniversary, was without doubt the attendance tea, students were later treated to a whole of former school principal Tom Hill, accom- school picnic featuring a wealth of summer panied by his wife and local writer Zoe. Mr sun and hundreds of slices of celebratory Hill led the school from 1981 through to 1986, sponge cake made on-site. A fitting end to a heartwarming occasion.

By Lachlan Ellis A man caught stealing from a Bacchus Marsh bottle shop, on two occasions, has been warned to follow a corrections order to the letter, or go straight to jail.

Harley Riddell entered a guilty plea to two counts of theft in the Bacchus Marsh Magistrates Court on Friday 3 November, and also to contravening a corrections order in committing the thefts.

Police Prosecutor Acting Sergeant Moroney said Mr Riddell had stolen alcohol from the same store in the Village Shopping Centre in the same month.

“The accused attended the Centre on 6 August 2023 at 6pm. He was observed on CCTV entering Liquorland,” Acting Sergeant Moroney told the court.

“He walks down the wine aisle, grabs a bottle of wine valued at $24 and puts it down his pants and continues walking around the store before leaving…making no attempt to pay for the item.”

Acting Sergeant Moroney said the accused was identified and arrested and admitted to being the person in the footage. He stated he committed the theft for ‘financial emergency’.

On August 10, Mr Riddell was caught on CCTV stealing a six-pack of Coopers Pale Ale at the same store, and was arrested on August 17, telling police “I was going to Coles to purchase a few things, not even

out of mind, I just took them,” Acting Sergeant Moroney said.

Magistrate Hugh Radford heard from Corrections Victoria that Mr Riddell had been on a corrections order that was set to end next June at the time of the thefts, and had failed to attend sessions.

His lawyer acknowledged that his client was “at the pointy end”, which Magistrate Radford agreed with.

“It’s frustrating, the court is making orders for him to be treated but he’s not engaging. Jail is the last resort, but ultimately businesses rely on people buying things legally, and they can’t afford to have people coming in and stealing things,” Magistrate Radford said.

“We’ve had some discussions…I’ve asked him, would you rather go to jail? It can be that simple. What he instructs is he would like an opportunity to participate in an order and get some assistance,” Mr Riddell’s lawyer said.

Magistrate Radford said he was giving Mr Riddell one last chance to comply with a corrections order, and if he failed to do so, he’d be going to jail.

“It’s a pretty simple equation Mr Riddell.

I’ve given you an opportunity today, that’s to engage with Corrections. What I want to see is you engage with your corrections order…I’ll make it very clear for you, if you don’t, it’s 21 days in [jail],” he said.

“The court has extended every opportunity to you therapeutically…if you want to walk into a liquor shop [and steal], whoever’s sitting in this chair will do the same thing, impose a term of imprisonment. Don’t walk into bottle shops and nick things,” Magistrate Radford concluded.

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Romance presents some challenges though some of the Postponements could make you challenges are too great even forsulk you!a bit, but a victory onEmail the weekend snaps you out of any moodiness.

- news@themooraboolnews.com.au Misunderstandings clear up by the GEMINI—May 23-June 21 weekend and you hear good news about someone you really like.

Romance takes a secondary role to your career and family matters, but your partner remains supportive.

AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19Your sense of humour is in great shape.

There is a dip in self confidence before the weekend, then 22 you findCANCER—June yourself meeting 22-July responsibilities with new determination. is for weekend for Originality isThursday emphasized in teaching, just aboutthe every area ofisyour learning. life. Be more spontaneous in showing you affections.

Social PISCES—February activities prove surprising fun. If 20-March 20 looking for a friend, you should find him/her now.

In romance, you take on the role of advisor to the lovelorn. As LEO—July for your own23-August love deams, 22 they can all begin to come true now. Starting Wednesday, the emphasis shifts A change, rather a new beginning is the current trend. to education and than travel.

Important jobs are pressing, but dreamy distractions get in the way asTHIS of Saturday.

BIRTHDAY WEEK Play up creative talents all weekare long.

You politeness personified and your standards are high, but watch out, you have a habit of imposing them VIRGO—August 23-September 22 on others. Money making opportunities continue to abound year, but youbut decide a A loved this one seems too more easy toimportant please now, there on is no reason to becourse suspicious.

Friends share good news on the long range of action. weekend. Prepare to deal with friction among relatives starting Wednesday.

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LIBRA—September 23-October 22 There is bright financal news and you begin to feel more ARIES—March 21-April 20 secure in your career - but you are also a little bit lonely.

Friends look after their own problems and a loved one ARIES—March 21-April 20 Distractions put you behind schedule and you may findcancels plans.

Distractions you behind schedule andStarting you maySunday, find that you have to put cancel weekend plans. that you have to cancel weekend plans.

Startingto Sunday, SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 entertainment is your theme.

Look forward amusing entertainment is your evenings. theme. Look forward to amusing encounters and cultural Variation is the theme this week. Your intuition is not as encounters and cultural evenings. potent as you would like to think. Pesty neighbours and TAURUS—April 21-May TAURUS—April 21-May 22 22 overly social workmates could take your time from key projects.

Challenge is your present keyword. Your vitality is in-

Challenge is your present keyword. Your vitality is inspiring and the week idealfor for achieving achieving a major goal. spiring and the week is isideal a major goal.

SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22 Romance presents somechallenges challenges though some of the Romance presents some though some of the challenges are too great even for you!

Financial gains from Friday on are mixed with occasional challenges are too great even for you! feelings of doubt. Share your concerns with your loved GEMINI—May 23-June 21

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE

ACROSS 6. Washes in rain-water? (6-5). 7. Run back to see the animal (4). 8. Engaged and keeping oneself to oneself (8). 9. Cured of being a gambler? (6). 10. Brave figure with a wry grin (6). 12. Females on the inside that is, boys on the outside (6). 15. Having the right markings!

(6). 17. Infer that you’ll put a stop to it (8). 19. Because there’s a key on either end of the bag (4). 20. Does one open fire with it? (8,3).

DOWN 1. Paper one buys only to throw away (8). 2. Make a mistake to the height of the little blighter (6). 3. Cast one down, as a bed that collapsed did (6). 4. Excitement it would creat if a waxwork were to do so? (4). 5. A grim, “Behind you!” (6). 6. Weight is something one can insure against losing! (5). 11. What the limpet had for tea? (44). 13. The handsome fellow from the commercial now showing, is he? (6). 14. Diverts from the south and pursues (6). 15. After turning right, more shaken by the vibration (6). 16. Try to see what the child is writing? (5).

18. Does it grow on the ice-cream tree? (4).

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23, Rime. 24, Aria. 25, Metropolis.

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CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Have an idea. 8, Grip. 9, Bolt. 10, O-live. 11, Sack. 12, Retriever. 16, One across. 20, Flat. 22, Rower.

23, M.O.-re. 24, Bar-I. 25, Possessive.

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YourfamRomance takes abut secondary role to your career and CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 sense of humour is in great shape. ily matters, but your partner remains supportive. YourPostponements could make you sulk a bit, but a victory CANCER—June sense of humour is in great 22-July shape. 22 on the weekend snaps you out of any moodiness.

Misunderstandings clear up by the weekend and you hear Originality is emphasized in just about every area of your CANCER—June 22-July 22 you affections. good news about someone you really like. life.

Be more spontaneous in showing Social is activities prove surprising fun. every If looking Originality emphasized in just about areafor of ayour AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 friend, you spontaneous should find him/her now. life. Be more in showing you affections.

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Important jobs are pressing, but dreamy distractions get 23-August in LEO—July the way as of Saturday.

Play22up creative talents all PISCES—February 20-March 20 week rather long. than a new beginning is the current trend.

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SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 22

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Misunderstandings clear upon byare the weekend and you hear Financial gains from Friday mixed with occasional good news about someone you really like.

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Thursday is for teaching, the weekend is for learning.

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In romance, you take on the role of advisor to the lovelorn. As for your own love deams, they can all begin to come true now. Starting Wednesday, the emphasis shifts to education and travel.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK You are politeness personified and your standards are high, but watch out, you have a habit of imposing them on others. Money making opportunities continue to abound this year, but more important you decide on a long range course of action.

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RESULTS – W/E SUNDAY 5th NOV Under 11 East Ballarat 77 def Ballan White 38.

Ballan Blue (forfeited) (Due to school camp and concert commitments) Under 15 (R4) Ballan 47 lost Beaufort 3/121 Batting - Sarah Burton 17, James Bayard 6, Tyler Bruning 4 Bowling - Eddie Bayard 1/8, Oscar Britt 1/10, Riley Storer

Day 1- First XI (BCA 2nd Grade) Bacchus Marsh v Ballan Ballan 201 v Bacchus Marsh 4/39 (in progress, day 1 of 2) Batting - Lachie Snaith 74, Ryan Lister 30, Jack McGregor 21 Bowling - Jack Jarvis. 4-0-1-27, Lachie Snaith 2-1-2-1, Kobe Heafield 7-1-1-9 Losing the toss, Ballan was sent into bat, losing regular wickets, Ballan was 4-51, when a game changing innings with small partnerships between Lachie Snaith (74), Ryan Lister (30), and consistent contributions from the tail. Ballan were all out for 201 in the 64th over.

This left Bacchus Marsh to face 14 overs. Jack Jarvis struck early, whilst Kobe Heafield bowled beautifully at the other end. Lachie Snaith picked up two quick wickets, and Kobe finally got reward late in the day.

Bacchus Marsh will resume 4/39.

Ballan 2nds (BCA Div 5) Ballan 7/213 def Lucas 124 Bowling - J Wernicke 5-0-27-3, P Singh 7-2-11-2, J Somers 5-2-16-2, J Costello 2-1-16-1, E Grigg 0.1-0-0-1 Batting - S Grigg 80, J Somers 37, M Vallance 25 Stand in captain, David Leach won the toss and batted. Ballan got off to a steady start but lost three wickets in the process, with Costello, Singh (Param) and Jake Wernicke back in the shed. Ballan were 3/33.

This bought Stu Grigg and James Somers together, in a match winning partnership of 130 plus. The running between wickets was at times lucky, but terrific to watch. Grigg got his first ever 50 (80) ably supported by Somers 37.

The run rate was continued by club President Leach and Michael Vallance, with the latter making his highest ever score (25) with the Singh boys finishing it off. Ballan ended up 7/213.

Ballan now had the ball, and the pressure of their fielding won the game. Some brilliant catching and ground fielding put the squeeze on from the first over.

Jake Wernicke picked up another 3 wickets, James Somers 2, Param Singh 2, Costello 1 and Eamon Grigg got his first senior wicket.

Lucas were all out in the 27th over well short of the target.

L-R: Noah Kettle batting with the U11 White team, Hudson Squires opens the bowling for Ballan U11s, Victoria Taylor in her first season with the U11s PHOTOS: CHRIS THOM

Lions have visitors in a spin

By Todd Whelan Darley are in the box seat for a fourth straight win after day one, dismissing Ballarat-Redan for a modest 164.

Spinners Liam Cornford (3/35), Hasitha Wickramasinghe (3/40) and Dilon Chandima (2/26) combined for the bulk of the damage claiming eight wickets from their 55 over contribution that included 13 maidens, while conceding 101 runs at a frugal rate of under two (runs) per over.

The trio were served well in the field with the Lions taking seven catches as the visitors struggled for any real momentum after losing their second wicket with the score on 81.

Wickets then fell with increasing regularity after an encouraging start for Ballarat-Redan who won the toss on a good seeing-day for batsmen. When 1/81 became 7/124, all the favours were seemingly with the hosts, but a late rally saw Ballarat-Redan battle their way to 164 and an outside chance of victory ahead of day two.

The spinners ensured it was slow going for the batters as cricket returned at the top level to Darley Park for the first time this season.

In form Lions quick Madushanka Ekanayake continued his run of form at the top, finishing with 1/27 from his 12 overs.

The onus shifts to the Lions batting lineup ahead of this Saturday’s conclusion,

their first run chase in the opening five rounds of the new season.

RESULTS BCA 1st Grade - RD5 Day 1/2 - Ballarat-Redan 164, Overs 78.

L. Cornford 3/35, H. Wickramasinghe 3/40.

Darley needs 165 runs to win from 80 overs BCA 2nd Grade - RD5 Day 1/2 Bacchus Marsh v Darley No scores available BCA 3rd Grade - RD5 Day 1/2 Ballarat-Redan 5/236, Overs 80.

R. O’Brien 2/30, A. Kannar 1/27.

Darley needs 237 runs to win from 80 overs BCA 4th Grade - R4 Brown Hill 5/304, Overs 40.

F. Kilmartin 2/42.

Darley 8/209, Overs 40.

B. Densley 65, S. Ward 56*.

Darley lost by 95 runs.

BCA 5th Grade - R4 Darley 8/218, Overs 40.

K. Beck 68, C. Sanders 28*.

Golden Point 211, Overs 36.

A Semmens 3/0, R. Amor 2/41.

Darley won by 7 runs.

Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics

After a complete round of programs, cluding Commonwealth Bank registration Centre competition returned to program tags.

1 last Saturday morning. The cool conThe Centre signed up their 230th memditions certainly put the young athletes ber on the weekend as registrations conto the test, but as they continue to im- tinue to grow. Interested new athletes are prove each week, over 200 personal best still welcome to take up the Little Athletics results were recorded. Emilia Ibrahim Victoria 2 week free trial offer. was awarded the PB Star of the Week achieving PBs in all five of her events.

New Under 7 athlete Anthony Webb was presented with the Trainer of the Week award.

Under 11 athlete Alexis Farrell set a new Centre record in the Shot Put with a outstanding put of 8.94 metres.

The previous record stood for over 13 years.

This Saturday will be the Centre Combined Event. This is the scheduled weekly meet for the Centre. All athletes will compete in five events (hurdles, sprint, distance, discus & long jump) gaining points in each event. All five events must be competed in to have completed the Combined Event. Athletes must arrive by 8.30am for the first event. If one event is not competed in, that athlete will be deemed ineligible to win an award.

Presentations will be made the following week. Trophies are awarded to the winners of each age group with medals for second and third. All athletes will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Athletes must be in correct uniform (Club polo and plain black shorts), in- Alexis Farrell breaking the Under 11 Shot Put record PHOTO: BMLAC

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Ballan Golf Club RESULTS - W/E SUNDAY 5 NOVEMBER Wednesday - Stableford Winner - Kev Lockman (17) 41 points.

R/up - Barry Sims (13) 37 points.

NTPs - 12th Bob Arklay, 15th Chris Tudor.

Magpie - 14th Bob Arklay.

Sunday – Stroke – Monthly Medal A GRADE Winner - Chris Tudor 73-13-60.

R/up - Bill Pickering 81-15-66 on c/b from Don Wickson & Rick Roden.

B GRADE Winner - Brian Cran 87-27-60.

R/up - Aggy Germon 84-21-63.

NTPs - 12th Anthony Moore, 15th Aggy Germon.

Magpies - 14th Chris Tudor, 18th Anthony Moore.

Balls 5, Cut-off 64 Chris Tudor, Brian Cran, Aggy Germon, Greg McAloon, Les Martin.

November Monthly Medal Play-off - Chris Tudor v Brian Cran To be held at the next December Monthly Medal competition.

Harness Highlights

By Len Baker

First Dance is all smiles with trainer Jess Tubbs after her win at Ballarat

At Bray Raceway Ballarat last Wednesday, Myrniong co-trainers Jess Tubbs and Greg Sugars from Larajay Farms captured the feature race of the night – the $15,000 A J Prendergast Memorial for Three Year Old Fillies over 2200 metres with First Dance, a daughter of A Rocknroll Dance and Slangevar.

Driven by Greg, First Dance began fast from gate six as did the favourite Soho Seraphine outside her with both crossing those inside with Soho Serephine leading. Held in a tight pocket on turning, First Dance gained an inside passage as the winning post came into view and sprouted wings to record a 1.6 metre victory. Major Milestone (one/one – three wide home turn) was third 1.3 metres back. The mile rate 2-00.9.

PHOTO: LARAJAY FARMS

Parwan’s Craig Demmler combined with Chris Alford to land the Ballarat Veterinary Practice Pace over 1710 metres with Rock N Roll Heaven-Mach Robyn 5Y0 mare Heavenly Gipsy who chalked up her sixth victory in 25 outings. Settling at the tail from gate three on the second line, Alford made a lightning move three wide racing for the bell to cross the pacemaker Vapar Fire and lead for the final circuit, easily accounting for Vapar Fire by a nine metre margin in a rate of 1-56.3. Le Belle Bijoux ran on late out wide from the rear for third two metres away

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Ballan Brumbies Basketball After a heartbreaking loss last week to a buzzer beating heave from half court, Ballan Brumbies Under 14 Boys C looked to bounce back with a win against Celtic Tigers.

The boys got off to a fast start with Jaxon Giofches and Charlie Black each setting up the other for baskets before Tom Machin finished a well worked fast break to give Ballan a quick 6-0 lead before Seth Egan got Celtic on the board.

The speedy Ballan outfit was everywhere on defense, causing panic in the Celtic guards. Unable to capitalise inside, the Brumbies were resorting to outside shots and whilst Machin did connect on a three pointer and Toby Rewuk a mid-range jumper, it did slow Ballan down. At the other end Ballan’s speed was forcing Celtic into poor shots but that size allowed Celtic to clean up on the offensive glass, generating easy points.

Celtic had closed the gap as half time approached but a pair of jumpshots from Rewuk and a typical swashbuckling drive from Black saw the Brumbies extend the margin once again, leading 21-14 at the half.

Celtic came out well in the second half as Egan and Riley Cirvydas – impressive all game – started to control the pace of the game and take away Ballan’s quick counter attacks. The Brumbies, though, again began to impose their will through sheer speed at both ends. Harry Garner picked off a pass and fed Machin for an easy two before Black did the same for Giofches. Celtic made another little push behind Cirvydas and Harvey Nicholls though Michael Kellett – the sharp shooter hit a jumper from a lovely Garner feed and then picked off a pass in the backcourt, strolling in for the easy layup to effectively end Celtic’s hopes. Ballan eased the margin out in the final stages to win 40-26 in a match that whilst they had under control, wasn’t as comfortable as the margin might suggest.

RESULTS Under 10 Boys Ballan D 30 def Wildcats 30-8 Ballan C 16 def Drummo Dragons 15 Under 12 Boys Ballan E 10 drew Drummo Dragons 10 Ballan C White 51 def Celtic Tigers 15 Ballan C Blue 36 def Celtic Tigers 14 Under 12 Girls Ballan 16 def Phoenix Emeralds 7 Under 14 Boys Ballan F 9 lost Phoenix Blazers 28 Ballan C 40 def Celtic Tigers 26 Ballan C 23 lost Excies Acmy 55 Under 14 Girls Ballan 23 def Saints Rangers 16 Under 16 Boys Ballan F White 29 lost Celtic Tigers 41 Ballan F Blue 17 lost Saints Cannons 48 Ballan D 64 def Saints Blazers 47 Ballan A 40 lost Celtic Tigers 56 Under 16 Girls Ballan 26 lost Drummo Dragons 35 Under 19 Boys Ballan F 25 lost Saints Jets 35 Ballan D 28 lost Excies Acmy 40 Ballan B 38 lost Saints Sonics 46 Under 19 Girls Ballan 30 lost Excies Acmy 38

School’s slam dunk

By Tina Seirlis

Mr Champness has worked at BMPS for the past 13 years, with the last five in the PE role. A Darley resident, he has also been involved with basketball in Bacchus Marsh across the past decade.

All 11 players are excited and continuing to train and work out strategies in preparation for the championship game.

“Our number one goal all the way through has been to have a fun day at the three tournaments we’ve been to,” Mr Champness said.

“We also value playing hard and playing a role for the team, whether that be big or small. Persistence has been very important.”

The air is abuzz with excitement at a local school following news the girls’ basketball team has secured a spot at State level. Thought to be the first time a Bacchus Marsh Primary School (BMPS) team has made it to this level of competition, the group is set to feature at the upcoming State Championships which will take place at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre on Tuesday 14 November.

The team comprises 11 players and was originally formed back in July in preparation for a district sports day competition. What followed was a series of six victories at district level, following on to a successful division event in Melton.

The team then progressed undefeated to the Regional Championships in October.

BMPS Sports Coordinator Dave Champness shared the nail-biting account of what occurred on the day.

“The pivotal game was against St Therese’s. They were playing strongly and looked like they might be too good,” he told the Moorabool News.

“After a timeout, the girls rallied and took the lead at the end of the game. The finish was frantic, with both teams having opportunities to win, before some excellent defensive stops led to a draw. We were all on calculators to see who would qualify,” he said.

Ultimately,the team got in the (L-R) Back row – Mr Richards (Coach), Nataleigh, Ellie, Aaliyah, Charlotte, April, grand final by a single field goal “In the grand final our girls Adele. kept running all game to beat Front row – Shelby, Myla, Darcie, Ruby, Mr Champness (Coach). (Abs Zali) PHOTO: BMPS Holy Spirit fairly comfortably.”

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Magical night of racing

By Lachlan Mitchell (HRV) Ladies In Red might have managed to steal a couple more admirers last Saturday night with a truly dazzling performance in the Benstud Standardbreds Queen Of The Pacific at Melton Entertainment Park.

The Emma Stewart-trained mare had to do it the hard way, coming from behind to swoop over the field and win the $150,000 Group 1.

Driver David Moran was full of admiration for the five-yearold, who had only just returned to the track two starts ago after a serious leg injury sidelined her for much of 2023.

“It’s been quite amazing to be a part of the full journey,” Moran told TrotsVision.

“It’s an amazing career and a huge effort it’s a great team effort from (co-trainers) Clayton (Tonkin) and Emma (Stewart).”

Moran had to bide his time to find the opportune moment to strike, with Ladies In Red’s sustained three-wide run putting her in front at the turn before she raced clear in the straight to win by more than 10m.

Not only did she take a staggering 1.8sec off the race record, but Ladies In Red was just 0.6sec outside the Melton 2760m track record set by Tiger Tara in the 2019 Hunter Cup. “We sort of tried to go with one run,” he said.

“She’s a great hunter from behind, so we just wanted to go with one run and make it a real strong last 1000m and hopefully the best horse wins.”

David Moran salutes the judge as Ladies In Red scores the win in the Group 1. PHOTO: STUART MCCORMICK ©

Electric eclipse powers

By Lachlan Mitchell (HRV) Driven by Myrniong’s Greg Sugars and trained by wife Jess Tubbs, Better Eclipse went one better than his 2022 performance in the Cogs Services 4YO and 5YO Championship to win the Group 3 event at Melton’s Entertainment Park last Saturday night.

“He was pretty electric, I thought the leader had too good a run at the 400,” Sugars explained on TrotsVision.

“When I asked for the effort just before straightening up, he just went into another gear and I thought wow we’re in with another chance here.

“He’s a very talented horse - we know that - but at this level there’s not much between them all.”

Sugars combined with young trainer Leilani Justice to finish his night on a high, driving Deuce Coupe to a win in the final race on the card, the Centre State Printing 3YO Pace.

Although beaten in the Group 3 Championship, Kate and Andy Gath had a strong end to the evening with back-toback winners. Terry managed to upset the favourite Ideal Escape with a dominant victory in the TAB Download The App Pace before Outlaw Man sat three-wide for much of the last lap to prevail in the Future Of Form Pace.

The theme of family didn’t stop with the Gaths, with Diamond Eclipse winning The Big Screen Company 2 Metro Win Pace in a photo for trainer-driver father-son duo John and Matt Newberry.

Myrniong’s Greg Sugars was again at the helm, steering Better Eclipse to victory.

PHOTO: STUART MCCORMICK ©

Ladies In Red’s second-straight Queen of the Pacific lifted her prizemoney up over $1million and helped defend the Elizabeth Clarke Mares’ Triple Crown title she also won in 2022.

She finished the three-leg series (Make Mine Cullen, Angelique Club Pace and Queen of the Pacific) on 21 points to be five clear of runner-up Rakero Rebel.

“She’s a beautiful girl, she’s played a big part in my life,” Moran said.

“She’s great to drive. She’s good and she settles when she needs to and drops the bit, and when it’s time to go, she goes.

“She knows what’s she’s doing, it’s quite amazing.”

Rakero Rebel and Amore Vita rounded out last Saturday night’s placings, with Emma Stewart preparing five of the first six horses across the line.

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