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Cops not ‘liking’ burglar pics

BY DAVID SCHOUT

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

POLICE are warning victims of crime not to emulate a Facebook user who posted his own CCTV photos of a Chirnside Park robbery earlier this month.

On February 8, Justin McDonald posted two clear images on his Facebook page of a man robbing his friend’s house about noon the previous day.

The photos, captured on Mr McDonald’s friend’s CCTV cameras, went viral with more than 6000 people ‘sharing’ the photo via their own Facebook pages in an effort to catch the thief.

The photos clearly revealed a middle-aged man in a grey T-shirt, who allegedly spent 15 minutes going through the house.

The photo caption read: ‘‘Please let me know if you recognise him, I’m happy for this to be passed on so we can catch [him]!’’

Detective Senior Sergeant Allan Price, of

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Lilydale police, confirmed officers were investigating.

He said that while it was entirely legal to post images from your house on Facebook, victims needed to be careful when sharing information on the internet as it could affect the outcome of a court case. ‘‘If I’m a victim I’m going to think about doing the same thing. It’s an understandable response,’’ Senior Sergeant Price said. ‘‘But people have to be careful of a) jeopardising the case and b) becoming a victim themselves if the offender decides to take action against them.’’

Although the man is yet to be charged, a Victoria Police spokesman said social media

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comments — of which Mr McDonald’s photo had more than 300 — needed to be treated with caution. ‘‘Victoria Police understands setting up a page or site may help people feel like they are actively doing something to help a police investigation. ‘‘However, where sites aren’t actively monitored it may encourage speculation and false information to be posted, which can have a harmful impact on police investigations.’’

The spokesman said although in this case the burglar was yet to be charged, social media commentators had to be careful. ‘‘If a matter is resolved and a criminal investigation has started, comments on social media may potentially affect the outcome of court matters relating to the investigation.’’

Senior Sergeant Price said he expected these sort of cases involving social media to increase.

The Weekly could not contact Mr McDonald.

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Re: Council’s ‘no’ to Reflex action I’m truly disgusted with the new Yarra Ranges councillors immediately and unnecessarily undoing all the hard work and progressive leadership that the old council showed. I don’t understand the point in going to lengths to ‘undo’ what had already been voted in by one council if it doesn’t impact on the council’s operation. It sounds like the new councillors are marking their territory and appear to be creating a clear division in the council.

I feel it’s the beginning of many ‘undoings’ that are going to see our ‘green’ council go backwards — right at a time when it is crucial that we show leadership in Earth stewardship. Progress at all costs has proven to be detrimental; we live in a part of the state that needs to be protected. What hope have we got when our own council cannot even advocate for environmental sustainability.

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Re: New laws hold anti-loggers back Mal Sissins’ over emotional breast-beating, wailing and hair-tearing over the Leadbeater possum’s supposed demise, (Your Voice, February 19) is as fanciful as the supposed effects of man-made global warming on the polar bear in the Arctic Ocean! Just

as the polar bear retreats into the tundra (as the bears did before the last mini-ice age at the end of the 18th century), the Leadbeater possum finds other habitat; just as it did when Aborigines and lightning started fires.

The same sort of job-killing nonsense as Mr Sissins’s was used to stop Boral’s quarry expansion (of another mere 20 per cent) just a few years back, within Boral’s very own, 70 years’ established property’s boundaries in Montrose. All because of a non-existent threat to the Great Owl. The Great Owl was in such great danger — but it still is nesting within Boral’s quarry boundaries and the neighbouring reserve in the vast (and protected!) state forest, merely a short mouse-hunt flight away.

trolling rubbish collections, give us more choice being able to schedule our own and that they believe residents were happier with this decision.

Not a day goes by, either walking or driving around my suburb, in which I am not confronted by a messy stack of rubbish. Not to mention the amount of rubbish dumped in service lanes and community areas by residents.

Besides restarting the twice-yearly hard garbage collections, the council should also bring back the two free tip passes we used to get with our rates, for us to use to dispose of things that we cannot include in our hard garbage collection.

Howard Hutchins, Wonga Park

As a non-driver I frequently walk along the picturesque Wilana and Thomas Streets in Ringwood to catch public transport. Sadly, these streets are rarely free of piles of unsightly, unhygienic rubbish dumped on the verge. Many don’t have the councilissued pink slip and sit on the roadside for weeks.

I have been to the Maroondah Council kiosk at Eastland shopping centre many times to report the matter. Surely there must be a better way for the council to come up with a solution.

Re: Rubbish pile-up an eyesore I wish to extend the thoughts of Doug from Ringwood (Your Voice, February 12) on the constant piles of hard garbage strewn across nature strips.

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THE state’s forestry industry and politicians have strengthened their ties with the launch of a bipartisan group to bring the two together.

The parliamentary support group for the forest and wood products industry, which aims to bring both sides of politics together in a forum with the industry, was announced last week — much to the chagrin of local environmental groups.

The new group was launched by Victorian Agriculture Minister Peter Walsh, who said the forest industries ‘‘have been under a sense of siege politically’’.

Mr Walsh said forestry was not just a rural issue. More than 50,000 downstream jobs existed in the wood industry, such as truss manufacturing.

Labor upper house MP John Lenders, who represents the south-east metropolitan area, told the bipartisan crowd that the industry ‘‘is a jobs issue for all of us’’.

He said he wanted ‘‘industry supported in this place on its merits, fairly and transparently’’.

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Ms Rees said local priorities had shifted and the government had to move with it. ‘‘The priorities for the Yarra Ranges are not the continued tax-propped assault on our forests but funding to be directed at improved medical services, broadband, TAFEs and eco-tourism.’’

Victorian Association of Forest Industries spokesman Shaun Ratcliff said ‘‘we’re keen to invite relevant stakeholders who would play a constructive role’’.

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Message for Maccas A rally against the proposed Tecoma McDonald’s will be held this Saturday. The rally will begin in Belgrave in the car park next to the Cameo Cinemas at noon. Protesters plan to march down Burwood Highway to Tecoma Primary School, where several people will speak out against the development. A spokesperson for No McDonald’s in the Dandenong Ranges (formerly No Maccas in the Hills) said the decision to have the rally was a ‘‘direct consequence of community anger uncovered in a recent suburb-wide survey’’ that found almost nine in 10 residents did not want the development. For more information about the rally visit burgeroff.org

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MAROONDAH Hospital’s diabetes education centre could remain open after an 11th-hour funding boost from the federal government.

Health Minister Tanya Plibersek visited the hospital on Thursday to announce a $8.4 million one-off cash grant, which will be paid directly to the hospital and not through the state government.

However, Eastern Health would not answer questions from the Weekly as to how the money would be allocated, nor would it confirm that the diabetes centre would now stay open. ‘‘We need time to process this latest development,’’ said Eastern Health chief executive Alan Lilly in a written statement. ‘‘This is an unprecedented situation for our organisation.’’

Mr Lilly also would not say whether hospital beds will reopen. ‘‘We will review the changes that have been made and assess how to move forward in the best interests of our staff and the community.’’

Earlier last week, Eastern Health had announced it would be forced to close its diabetes education centre, to the disappointment and frustration of its 112 clients and neighbouring services that would be forced to shoulder the extra burden. Clients were being referred to hospitals in Ringwood, Ferntree Gully and Lilydale.

The $8.4 million boost is part of a $107 million federal government funding commitment announced for Victorian hospitals last week. It comes after the state government slashed $475 million from the health budget over four years.

Ms Plibersek said the federal government was ‘‘tired of the blame game’’ in health funding and was moving towards a more transparent system where people could clearly see how much money both levels of government were contributing. ‘‘In the future, funding will be tied directly to the hospitals,’’ she said.

Anyone with concerns is urged to contact Diabetes Australia (9654 8777), which will provide details of additional diabetes services available in the client’s local area.

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HEATHMONT resident Stephanie Boros will have to walk an extra 7000 steps a day if she is to meet her target as part of CARE Australia’s Walk in Her Shoes challenge.

"I will definitely be taking some extra steps,’’ she says with a laugh. ‘‘I’m only taking 3000 or so steps a day at the moment, so we’re going to be doing extra walks outside of work.’’

Ms Boros, 28, is taking the challenge with two colleagues from her work, and credits her friend for the inspiration. ‘‘A girlfriend of mine from work is heading over to Africa and she decided to do it,’’ she says. ‘‘I really enjoy fund-rasing and it seems like such a good cause.’’

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EASTERN Golf Club’s relocation to Yering may be challenged in the Supreme Court by the underbidder for the club’s current course in Doncaster.

Planning Minister Matthew Guy earlier this month approved the Yering proposal days before an appeal was due to be heard.

The Age reported last week that developer Bill Boerkamp had instructed lawyers to begin proceedings in the Supreme Court to challenge Mr Guy’s decision.

Mr Guy approved the $49 million project at 4.30pm on Friday, February 8, ahead of a scheduled Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal hearing the following Monday.

The VCAT case was due to be between Mr Boerkamp and Yarra Ranges Council, which approved the proposal in September last year.

Mr Boerkamp will reportedly take the matter to court if Mr Guy does not reconsider his decision.

A spokesman for Mr Guy said he used his ministerial powers to assist the council.

Mr Boerkamp put in an unsuccessful bid for the club’s course in Doncaster. It was bought by developer Mirvac in mid-2011. Mirvac can only begin work on the site — a proposed $1 billion, 800-dwelling estate — once relocation to Yering is approved.

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BY DAVID SCHOUT TWENTY years ago, Clive Barnard and his late wife Jeanette made a decision on what should be done once their time on earth was over.

The Croydon South couple agreed to donate their organs, believing it much better to help someone in need than ‘‘let the worms get inside you’’.

However, Mr Barnard didn’t think this choice would be played out until much later in life.

His wife suffered a fatal brain aneurism in May last year and her organs were donated.

In a peculiar way, the grief Mr Barnard and his two children still feel is lessened because someone else’s life has been enriched. ‘‘It’s very gratifying and moving when you are told by donor recipients that their family member has received an organ and have been able to live a normal life,’’ he says.

A strong advocate for organ donation, Mr Barnard acknowledges the

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hardship involved in making what can be a ‘‘soul-searching’’ decision, but he urges everyone to sign the national register. ‘‘I respect people with religious or other beliefs; that’s their call. But I’d like to think other people can start to realise the impact donating can have on other people’s lives.’’

He encourages all families to sit down and openly discuss the idea of organ donation — something Eastern Health nurse donation specialist Erin East says is very important. ‘‘With one organ and tissue donor having the potential to transform the lives of 10 or more people, it’s a vital discussion,’’ she says.

DonateLife Week ends on March 3. Its aim is to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation, increasing the number of people who share their wishes with their loved ones.

Information about events and activities can be found at dontatelife.gov.au

Donating life: Clive Barnard with a picture of his late wife Jeanette, an organ donor.

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Packing a punch Karralyka Theatre kicks off its 2013 program with Porcelain Punch on Friday, March 15. The show features a band of gap-toothed gypsies travelling from town to town performing an old-school medicine sideshow, including a blend of satire, circus acts and a touch of burlesque. The audience can expect comedic pitches and audience participation in this high-octane, hilarious show. For tickets, phone the box office on 9879 2933 or visit karralyka.com.au

SOMETIMES, once the wheels behind good ideas start turning, they just take on a life of their own. It’s what happened when Jac Edwards, an employee at Curves women’s gym in Lilydale, began organising a fund-raiser to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. What started off as just a friendly afternoon tea quickly turned into an allday event. ‘‘After the response we got [when organising the event], we’re now running it all day,’’ the Croydon resident said, adding that more than 100 people are expected to attend.

For co-organiser and work colleague, Seville’s Debbie McCabe, the day is particularly special. ‘‘My mother has been suffering from ovarian cancer for six years,’’ she said. ‘‘I just want to make other woman aware of ovarian cancer.’’

Ms Edwards and Ms McCabe have organised an activity-filled day from 6am tomorrow to 11.30am, with a second session starting at 3.30pm and finishing at 7.30pm.

A dozen stalls will be open, selling products ranging from body care to stone bracelets, and photo booths will also be open.

Guest speakers will include Rita Brancatini,

Chipping in: Friends Jac Edwards, front left, and Debbie McCabe, front right, are doing their bit to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Australia.

Picture: Rob Carew from Live Your Passion, a not-for-profit organisation that assists women build confidence and self-esteem, and Evelyn MP Christine Fyffe.

Professional masseuse Mark Lambert will also lend his expertise with neck and full body massages. All funds raised will go to Ovarian Cancer Australia.

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lose to the village and Silvan Primary School, this near-level 0.808 hectare wholesale plant nursery has markets for its produce. This established business has sheds, greenhouses and a huge water tank. The three-bedrooms-plus-office weatherboard is infused with modern style. It has ornate ceilings, sash windows and wide verandahs. These are complemented by a designer bathroom and kitchen with island bench and walk-in pantry.

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A touch of grandeur Restoration adds appeal to this house built in the 1890s

STEPHEN TAYLOR PROPERTY EDITOR n the early days, lush farmlands surrounded the gracious homestead ‘Wandobah’, which was built in the 1890s.

Today, this grand and spacious weatherboard showcases the glorious period detail of that age on almost half an acre (1742 square metres) of garden in the heart of Mooroolbark.

Preserved, restored and in full period regalia, the house has six bedrooms and two bathrooms, a grand foyer entrance, spacious living and sitting rooms and an authentic country kitchen.

Decorative high ceilings with ornate lightfittings and chandeliers, sublime timber fretwork, dado panelling and detailed pressed metal

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ceilings showcase the period credentials. Four fireplaces, baltic pine floors and pedestal vanities, together with an array of period furnishings, add grandeur and character to this impeccably restored home.

Relax in the entertainment areas and park in the double carport and extra parking spaces.

Although 120 years old, the character house lends itself to a modern lifestyle and easy convenience. She is looking lively as she strides into her second century, with the fastidious attentionto-detail in her restoration adding to the appeal.

67-69 Manchester Road, Mooroolbark Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 2 Living areas: Grand foyer, spacious living and sitting rooms, authentic country kitchen.

The rest: High ceilings, ornate lightfittings, chandeliers, timber fretwork, dado panelling, pressed metal ceilings Price: $840,000 Agent: Justin Ross Methven Real Estate Professionals Mooroolbark 9726 8888

Noble Knight Licensed Real Estate Agents, Auctioneers & Property Managers RENTAL PROPERTIES LILYDALE

Unit

1 BDR

$195

5-Mar-2013

Spacious 1 bedroom unit in a central position. The large lounge features gas heating, compact kitchen with electric cooking. There is a full sized bathroom with adjoining laundry. The well sized bedroom features a huge walk in robe. There are provisions for 1 are & a tidy fenced courtyard included.

YARRA GLEN

Unit

2 BDR

$260

12-Mar-2013

This house sized 2 bedroom unit will surely impress. To have freshly polished hardwood floors. The large lounge features gas heating, practical kitchen with electric cooking. There is a well sized laundry, which leads to a large rear courtyard with lawn. The bedrooms are both of good size, with built in robes. A single lock up garage completes this package, & the property is only around the corner from the main township.

LILYDALE

Unit

3 BDR

$255

Now

Never judge a book by its cover! Spacious older 2-storey art deco style townhouse. Large living areas including lounge with convective heater, dining room with air conditioner. Country style kitchen with new electric stove. There are 3 bedrooms with robes & convective heaters. The master bedroom is huge & will accommodate a king sized bed with little fuss. There is an additional storage shed & 2 toilets. Garden maintenance is inclusive of rental.

MITCHAM

Unit

2 BDR

$285

Now

This recently fully renovated 2 bedroom townhouse, will surely impress. Modern neutral tones throughout, electric convective heating to lounge & electric cooking to the open plan kitchen. Both bedrooms are well sized with built in robes, & the laundry is huge with several large robes. There is a fully fenced courtyard which has been fully landscaped with side access.

CHIRNSIDE PARK

House

3 BDR

$295

22-Feb-2013

Freshly painted 3 bedroom brick veneer home, flowing open plan kitchen/meals area, adjoining lounge with gas heating. 2 of the well sized bedrooms have built in robes, electric cooking to kitchen, gas central heating & gas hot water service. All located within a stones throw from Chirnside Park Shopping Centre, fully fenced useable allotment with a double carport. Please note that it is strictly no pets.

LILYDALE

House

3 BDR

$300

Now

Highly set 3 bedroom brick veneer home. Split system air conditioning to lounge, gas central heating, bright kitchen with electric cooking; & sunny

246 Main Street Lilydale

*Excellent references required for all properties

meals area. All bedrooms are very well sized with built in robes, whilst the pretty in pink bathroom features a separate shower room. Located on a fantastic sized allotment with a large single garage, & glorious views of the Yarra Valley.

BAYSWATER

House

3 BDR

$325

Now

Fully renovated in light & bright tones, this 3 bedroom weather board has a refreshing new lease on life. Practical hardwood polished floorboards throughout, including gas heating & new thermal Holland blinds. The kitchen features hardwood bench tops & electric cooking. The key advantage of this property is its large corner allotment. with a large expanse of flowing lawns. An opportunity not to be missed.

YARRA GLEN

House

3 BDR

$325

Now

This highly set 3 bedroom brick veneer home; offers 2 zoned living areas. There is gas central heating, wood heater; a compact kitchen with electric cooking & gas hot plates. The master features a full ensuite with built in robes, the remaining bedrooms are well sized; with one featuring built in robes. A tidy bathroom & truly massive laundry, adds practicality. Venturing through glass sliding doors, is a fantastic fully undercover entertaining deck, that overlooks fully landscaped gardens with a near level rear lawn. There is a storage shed & large drive, with vehicle provision behind gates. Overlooking views of the town & distant ranges.

CHIRNSIDE PARK

House

2 BDR

$340

Now

Substantial & impressive 2 bedroom brick veneer home with lower Storey teenagers retreat or studio. This home is certainly well appointed with modern kitchen, evaporative cooling, ducted vacuum, gas central heating & taste full colour scheme throughout. The true advantages of this property are clearly outside, with the huge entertaining deck that overlooks the glorious fully landscaped gardens. There is an excellent undercover entertaining area with built in gas bbq & open log fire place. Escape from the world in the picturesque gazebo privately located at the rear of the property. There is a huge amount of storage under the house, small garden shed, not to forget the huge double garage with remote door. 3 month fixed term tenancy.

KILSYTH

House

4 BDR

$395

Now

Recently renovated character weatherboard home of 4 bedrooms. Hardwood polished floors, bright & fresh decor, gas heating & electric cooking.

The property has 2 large horse paddocks as part of the package with as new fencing suitable for horses. Heaps of room for the growing family & animals. Please note that the property will be leased on 2 separate agreements, a residential Tenancy Agreement for the premise; & a pastoral & grazing licence agreement for the paddock area.

View Properties at: www.nobleknight.com.au

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As large as life his charming weatherboard has five bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. In the main bedroom are walk-in wardrobes and an en suite. There’s a kitchen/family room, with wood heating, and a lounge room. Features include ducted heating and evaporative cooling. Park in a double garage with internal access. Enjoy the views from the verandahs and covered entertainment areas. There’s a bore, manicured gardens and two dams with native fish.

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1-3 Exeter Road Croydon

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70 Edward Staff Road, Kinglake Price: $679,000 Agent: Noble Knight Yarra Glen 9730 1788, Marion 0419 117 643

9727 5300

www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/lilydale 35 Beenak Road Wandin North Two Homes Plus Shedding on 10 acres This landmark property with a uniquely designed 4BR home. Features quality fixtures & fittings including & solar panels. A second 2BR W/B dwelling is located far enough away to be private. In addition there is a 6 stable complex, a 6 car garage, a factory sized shed large enough for at least 5 vehicles, a spring fed dam plus pumping system, mains water and more.

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In Excess of $990,000 Sharyn Manning 0412 052 946

50 High Street Seville ONLY 3 YEARS OLD & SIMPLY STUNNING

230 Hereford Road Lilydale

Set on a large allotment of approx. 927m2 is this modern & 35 Beenak Road Wandin North

Save Up To $20,000 on Stamp Duty when you Buy Off The Plan Distinctive & fashionable 2 & 3 bedroom homes complete with: Tasmanian Oak Floors, Vogue kitchens with European SS appliances, Solar hot water & Gas ducted heating, Huge DLUG with remote door OR Dble carports & Elevated decked entertaining areas. Themeda offers an enviable, community lifestyle that harmonises nature with modern affordable living options. For more information go to www.themeda230.com.au

9735 3999

281 Main Street Lilydale

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February 26, 2013

A3 B2 C2 For Sale Price

From $406,000

Inspect

Saturday 12pm - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 3pm

Agent

Sharyn Manning 0412 052 946

stunning home. 3BR, master with WIR & ens style bathroom

A B Cbedrooms 13 Two Homes Plus Shedding on 10 acres with floor to ceiling tiles.

Two 6 other good3sized

with BIR’s.

Plenty of space with formal lounge, ultra modern This landmark property is a generously proportioned 4BR, 2 bath For Sale kitchen, spacious uniquely designed home. The home features quality fixtures & & open meals area & family room with Price Excess of $990,000 hardwood timber floors.

Sited on aInfully fenced, flat & very fittings including leadlight panels & ornate ceilings. Solar panels block & only 15Inspect mins fromByLilydale.

Appointment provide enough electricity to power the house useable plus save you $$ in your pocket. A DLUG is next to the home. AA second W/B 1 Agent 3 2BRB Sharyn Manning 0412 052 946 dwelling is located far enough away to be private. In addition For Sale there is a 6 stable complex, a 6 car garage, a factory sized shed Price $400,000 Plus large enough for at least 5 vehicles, a spring fed dam plus Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm Inspect pumping system, mains water and more.

Agent Robert Baird 0409 841 800

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317 Hull Road, Mooroolbark 3

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mooroolbark 46-48 brice avenue 9726 8888

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Its mere minutes walk to station and shops from this updated 3 bedroom first or investment home.

Displaying as new design modern kitchen with dishwasher and latest updated tiled bathroom, timber floors, ceiling fan and ducted heating this well positioned subdivided front home has first home appeal.

Price $280,000 plus

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A jewel in Crown Point

So shiny and new!

14 Crown Point, Chirnside Park

1/21 Pascoe Avenue, Croydon

Flowing over three levels of spacious living starring zoned bedrooms, timber and brick features and sensational views is the 4 bedroom home of outstanding quality. A home office/teen retreat with ensuite plus double garage is under, timber kitchen is classy family has wood heater plus all comforts.

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Price $485,000 plus

Everything you want in a quality built townhouse stars in this new home. Master with ensuite downstairs while 2 more bedrooms upstairs with second living/family area and bathroom creates a great ‘kids’ only zone. The open design living, latest design kitchen and quality comforts makes it just perfect.

Price $480,000 plus

A tweak and it’s sweet!

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11a Monomeith Street, Mooroolbark

Inspection By appointment

Price $350,000 plus

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‘Wandobah’ circa 1890’s

3 Honeysuckle Walk, Croydon South The leafy cul-de-sac location is sure to appeal as will the neat first home style 3 bedrooms home.

Its open living with dining, tidy laminate kitchen, tiled bathroom and comfy gas heater make it a great starter home or investment property. On level 499m2 with steel double garage, it’s a little ripper!

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The landmark homestead property of the 1890’s is the grand historic ‘Wandobah’ now located in Mooroolbark’s heart on almost half an acre.

Preserved and restored in full period glory this special home charms with 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, grand rooms, 4 open fires, chandeliers and pressed metal.

Price $380,000 plus

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2 Acres makes dreams happen

303a Monbulk Road, Silvan

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Stunning 3 bedrooms character weatherboard home plus office on perfect near level 2 acre farm. Close to Silvan primary school with awesome views.

Rose Chafer and team 9736 3999

Price $650,000-$690,000

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Country charm in tranquil surrounds

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127 Old Gippsland Road, Lilydale

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33 Kingswood Drive, Chirnside Park With a refresh and update this 6 bedrooms single level home will reward big time! The huge living room, large separate dining and family areas equates to loads of space.

Price $460,000 plus

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36a Olympus Drive, Croydon South

2 Wicklow Avenue, Croydon

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Plans & permits to build a double storey 3 bedrooms home with powder room, ensuite, upstairs rumpus/ retreat, balcony with views to the Dandenongs on this street front own titled vacant 269m2 block

Original 3 bedrooms brick veneer home set on 769m2 approx. Ideal first or investment home with huge deck and single garage. Easy access to Eastlink, walk to station and Croydon central

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Price $180,000 plus

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Price $360,000-$390,000

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Honda adds 2WD to CR-V range Derek Ogden and Ewan Kennedy road test the new-generation SUV onda CR-V, the fourth generation of the compact sport utility vehicle that 17 years ago helped define the soft-roader segment, now comes in two-wheel or four-wheel-drive variants.

Prices start with the base model 2WD sixspeed manual VTi at just over $27,000, while the top 4WD VTi-L five-speed automatic rounds out the range at $42,000-plus.

Previously we considered the Honda CR-V was overpriced for a plain ‘meat and three veg’ taste of compact SUV living. Thanks as much as anything to a crowded market, that is a thing of the past, with the latest CR-Vs dishing up tasty features at competitive prices.

Over the space of 10 days we experienced a broad span of CR-V models, spending time with the entry-level 2WD in five-speed automatic guise and the top-dog 4WD VTI-L five-speed auto with steering wheel-mounted paddle shift.

The designers and engineers have worked hard on Honda’s theme of ‘bigger on the inside, smaller on the outside’. At 22mm shorter and

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30mm lower than its predecessor, the flat front makes a bold statement with its three-slat radiator grille and big Honda ‘H’.

A sedan-style profile is augmented by large wheel arches spanning 17- or 18-inch wheels Inside, the cabin is designed to give a feeling of openness. With the two front seats further apart than before, there is more shoulder room.

Occupants are further spoilt by a new level of cabin quietness thanks to engine and road noise being kept at bay by improved sound insulation.

Noise from neither engine on offer – the 2.0-litre or 2.4-litre i-VTEC – is intrusive.

Efficiency is the name of the game here with combined urban/highway fuel consumption put at 7.7 litres per 100 kilometres and 8.7 litres per 100 kilometres respectively.

Ride and handling are up there with the best in class, both with comfort and stability that are almost sedan-style.

The new CR-V, even in base model 2WD manual form, is accessory rich. Satellite navigation and DVD are factory fitted options.

Bold bid: The new Honda CR-V comes with more radical styling than its predecessors.

Dual cab comes to 70-Series F you want a definition of the term ‘workhorse’ look no further than Toyota’s 70-Series LandCruiser.

Whether it’s carrying miners or carting hay bales in every dairy community in Australia, the 70-Series is a hardworking 4x4 that earns its keep day in day out, year in, year out.

The LandCruiser 70 is an old-school 4WD that comes as either a wagon or a cab chassis, the latter range recently expanded to include the option of a dual cab. While the addition of the rear seats was primarily for the mining

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Old school: The Toyota LandCruiser 70-Series now comes with dual cab convenience.

and rural sectors, we would not be surprised to see a few picked up by serious off-roaders as the family getaway vehicle.

All variants are powered, and we mean powered, by a 4.5-litre V8 turbo diesel engine.

Our test vehicle was the dual-cab cab chassis in top-of-the-range spec.

To put the 70-Series through its paces we took it to the pastures of south-east Queensland and a disused tin mining area.

Toyota will not be upgrading the

70-Series to modern safety standards, so the vehicle is likely to end production in about four years.

Like the rest of the vehicle, the interior is designed for function, not for looks.

The 70-Series GXL dual cab may well find a home with 4WD fanatics who like off-roading in difficult areas.

They will not be disappointed.

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Ariels skipper has sights on title

BY ROY WARD NETBALLER Caitlyn Strachan wanted to get the best from herself, so she moved to Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels before the start of last season.

Now the 25-year-old centre court player wants to push her side to the next level and win the highly prized Victorian Netball League championship division.

The VNL season starts tomorrow night.

Strachan, who tied with Helen Barclay and Mwai Kumwenda for the Margaret Caldow Trophy as VNL most valuable player last season, said her side looked primed to contend for the premiership despite missing the finals last year.

“We have worked extremely hard over preseason and we have a nice balance of youth and experience,” Strachan said.

“The team is coming together really well and the VNL preseason competition has been highly valuable for us as it gave us the chance to trial a few new combinations.”

Strachan will captain the Ariels this season, a further demonstration of how respected she is within the side, while Sophie O’Shea and Kaitlyn Black will serve as vice-captains.

Strachan said she had revelled in the structured, well-designed training program which she credits with leading to her exceptional 2012 season.

“I was looking for new challenges and the Ariels were provided with numerous challenges in terms of

VICTORIAN NETBALL LEAGUE 2013 CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION February 27 Geelong Cougars v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 5 7pm March 6 VU Western Lightning v Peninsula Waves, SNHC Court 4, 7pm March 6 Southern Saints v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 3, 8.20pm March 20 Monash University Central v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 5, 8.20pm March 24 UB Ballarat Pride v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, Wendouree, 4.30pm April 3 Peninsula Waves v Southern Saints, SNHC Court 4, 7pm April 17 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v Boroondara Genesis, SNHC Court 1, 9.40pm April 21 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v City West Falcons, Waverley Netball Centre, 1pm May 1 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v Peninsula Waves, SNHC Court 1, 7pm May 8 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v VU Western Lightning, SNHC Court 2, 8.20pm

fitness and training programs; on court I thrived,” she said. “With Southern Saints, my old side, I was an experienced, mature player and I was comfortable in my environment.

“I needed to take myself out of that comfort zone to get new challenges, more training and more structure.

“The Ariels provided me with that extra edge.”

With plenty of promising young players in the Ariels, Strachan says they’re all excited about the addition of a second Victorian side, Vic Flames, in the Australian Netball League competition which comes

May 15 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v Geelong Cougars, SNHC Court 2, 7pm May 22 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v Monash University Central, SNHC Court 2, 9.40pm May 29 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v UB Ballarat Pride, SNHC Court 3, 7pm June 5 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v North East Blaze, SNHC Court 5, 7pm June 12 City West Falcons v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 1, 7pm June 16 Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels v Southern Saints, Knox Regional Netball Centre, 12.30pm June 26 Boroondara Genesis v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 3, 9.40pm July 3 VU Western Lightning v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 1, 7pm July 10 Peninsula Waves v Yarra Valley Grammar Ariels, SNHC Court 2, 8.20pm July 17 - semi finals July 24 - preliminary finals July 31 - grand final

after the VNL season and works as a feeder league for ANZ championship clubs.

“Victoria is such a strong netball state that it’s hard to break into that next level,” she said.

“If we can be extra competitive this year we’ll attract more interest from coaches and selectors.’’

Strachan considers her side a serious contender for the title. “There’s plenty of competition in the VNL, but I believe that this year we have the right mix of players to be extremely competitive, to win the VNL competition.”

It’s last roll of the dice for Ainslie Park, Warranwood NEWCOMERS Ainslie Park and reigning premiers Warranwood are battling for the fourth and final spot in the RDCA Lindsay Trollope Shield comp and both will chase 203 when the final day of the regular season arrives this Saturday.

Warranwood (fifth place) looked in control early when it had Bayswater Park 5-54 off 34 overs.

Josh Temple (63) and Ben Beech (48) then led the Sharks out of trouble to the safer waters of 203 at day’s end. Tim Hall (5-52) took the bowling honours for Warranwood.

Ainslie Park captain-coach Mark Arnot (7-66) again bowled tirelessly for Ainslie Park (fourth place) to limit Wantirna South to 9-203.

After sitting at 3-46, Michael McDonald (87 not out) and Andrew Jorgensen (39) combined for a fourth-wicket partnership of 65 to slowly improve the Devils’ innings.

At the other end of the ladder, Norwood (ninth) let South Croydon off the hook.

The Bulldogs were 4-105 off 54 overs just after tea, but Michael King (88) and Travis Degenhardt (64) combined for a fifth-wicket partnership of 100 to see South Croydon plunder 151 runs off the last 26 overs to finish on 8-256.

Kieran Petri-Bruce (5-69) took the Hitting high: Kilsyth’s Mark Steiner smashes a shot on Saturday.

Picture: Wayne Hawkins [YAR]

bowling honours for the Vikings.

South Warrandyte (10th) needs to defeat Croydon North to have any chance in avoiding relegation.

Michael Crosbie (86no) batted all day to see the Hawks compile 197.

Darren Wilson (4-32) and Karnel Ahmet (3-31) made the going tough for the Hawks.

North Ringwood’s bowlers Michael Scott (3-19), Evan Jones (3-26) and Luke Ridgwell (3-32) kept Mooroolbark’s batsmen in check for the day to see the Barkers compile 139 in 80 overs, with Lincoln Grigg (63) top scoring.

In Wilkins Cup matches, Kilsyth captain Mark Steiner plundered 137 against a hapless Wonga Park at Wonga Park as the visitors made 272 all out.

Dean Letson took 6-40 for Wonga Park, which was 0-31 at stumps.

Eastfield was bowled out for 107 by Montrose, which ended play on 2-94.

East Ringwood is well-placed against Lilydale with the Roos ending play on 0-28 after bowling out Lilydale for 193.

Croydon Ranges made 7-273 against Warrandyte, which faces a difficult chase this Saturday while St Andrews posted 251 against Templeton.

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Crocs make it look easy STRIVING for a finals berth, Coldstream made light work of a disappointing WarburtonMillgrove in the DJ Strachan Shield on Saturday.

The Crocs’ first day total of 145, looked a little light on and with Scott Darwall (39) and Troy Murphy negotiating the new ball spell, the Burras looked as if they were set to chase it down.

But a change of bowling brought a dramatic change as Liam Doughty (4-19) and Matt Jonson combined to tighten the screws and put the Crocs back in the contest.

Darwall’s fighting innings kept the Burras in the match, but with the destructive Matthew Stark (3-29) and the spin of Harry Burnett (2-13) introduced, the visitors collapsed to a sub-par 80.

Elsewhere, having captured first innings points in the final over of the first day, Seville’s lower order set about batting Mt Evelyn out of any thoughts of chasing outright points.

Despite the early wicket of Ryan Akers, some lusty blows from Matt Tilney (40) and Dean Troyhan, combined with the stubborn Ishara Amarasinghe, ensured the Blues reached safety, finishing on 182.

With one round to play, Seville has stitched up top spot and a home semi-final, while it looks as though Coldstream and Healesville will be fighting to host the second semi-final. .

The YVCA team made a fist of its first year in division 2 of Melbourne Country Week, winning the final match of the competition to remain in division 2 for next year. Mt Evelyn star Kane Jones (152) led the YVCA to victory over Bairnsdale after the side had lost its first three games.

DJ Strachan Shield Mt Evelyn 103 (M Tilney 4-45) def

by Seville 182 (M Tilney 40, K Jones 5-39, S Luck 5-42); Coldstream 145 defeated WarburtonMilgrove 80 (S Darwall 39, L Doughty 4-19, M Stark 3-29, H Burnett 2-13); Healesville 122 (J Heywood 44 B Hays 5-22) and 8-99 (S Campbell 40no E Davies 38 B Hayes 5-46 S Young 3-40) def Woori Yallock 75 (C Burridge 4-12 A Pearce 3-15); Yarra Junction 124 def by Hoddles Creek 5-127 (S Garside 53, N Fall 3-32, T Ottrey 2-9) — Chris Anderson

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