The Local Paper. Eastern Suburbs Edition. Wed., Sep. 11, 2024
■ Melbourne’s first dedicated busway is a step closer with the release of designs for an upgraded Doncaster Park and Ride
As one of the city’s busiest bus interchanges, the Doncaster Park and Ride is being transformed into a modern transport hub.
Designs for the Park and Ride went on exhibition for public comment last Wednesday (Sep. 4)..
The Doncaster Park and Ride upgrade will have a dedicated entry and exit ramp connecting to Victoria's first dedicated busway along the Eastern Freeway
Faster, more frequent and more reliable public transport to get to and from the city is being
Three longer dedicated bus platform bays will service existing and future bus services to further reduce congestion and allow buses to enter and exit the Park and Ride more efficiently.
A new 435-space multi-level car park – including upgraded drop-off and pick-up bays, lifts, stairs, 10 motorcycle spaces and 13 accessible car spaces – will make it easier for people in surrounding areas to catch the bus.
New pedestrian and cycling paths will link into the new underpass under Doncaster Rd, complementing a new 530 square metre public
forecourt. The Park and Ride will also feature more than 1000 square metres of green wall space for climbing plants, more than 150 new indigenous and native trees and over 20,000 plants.
Upgrades also include a public announcement system, additional bicycle parking with 28 new hoop bike racks and a Parkiteer cage for 26 bicycles, a new passenger services building and real-time parking availability signs so people can see how many spaces are free as they enter.
The upgraded park and ride will directly connect to the future Eastern Busway from Doncaster towards the city. Dedicated highspeed bus lanes will make it quicker and easier to get to and from the city for the six million bus trips taken every year on the Eastern Freewayslashing bus travel times along the freeway by up to 30 per cent.
The upgraded park and ride at Doncaster , together with the new park and ride at Bulleen which opened n 2023, will double the number of car parking spaces - to exceed a combined 800 - for people using express bus services along the upgraded Eastern Freeway
This early opening will allow thousands of commuters in Melbourne’s north east to continue to enjoying the benefits of a Park and Ride locally when construction kicks off on Doncaster Park and Ride.
“North East Link, upgrades to the Eastern Freeway and M80 Ring Road will fix the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network, take 15,000 trucks off local roads and slash travel times by up to 35 minutes. The project is jointly funded by the Federal and State governments,” said a project representative.”
Construction of the new Doncaster Park and Ride is on track to begin next year and is planned for completion by 2028. Designs are now open for community input at: engage.vic.gov.au/ bigbuild
● ● ● ● Jacinta Allan, State Premier
?The Suburban Rail Loop has been given a mention in State Parliament by Premier Jacinta Allan: “: Our government is getting on and delivering the Suburban Rail Loop, which will forever change the way Victorians move around our city and state. I have already mentioned the train connection to Deakin University Burwood and Monash University Clayton. I should acknowledge the great work of the member for Clarinda as well. He works very, very hard. By 2026 there will be tunnel-boring machines in the ground. There will be 4000 Victorians working on this project as we get on and deliver a project that is not just a transport project; it is a project that is going to deliver the opportunity for 70,000 homes around those six new station locations, exactly in the right place, exactly where Victorians want to live – good, affordable, livable homes connected to good, strong public transport.”
✔Whitehorse Council has been col lecting community comments on proposal for new lighting at East Burwood Tennis Club on courts 1 and 2 at East Burwood Reserve. East Burwood Tennis Club is fully funding the costs associated with this project. As landowner, Whitehorse Council is managing the community consultation process. The floodlights will increase the hours of practical use on the tennis courts. As a result, this will increase participation opportunities across the clubs' community programs for both children and adults. The facility already has lighting on courts 5 through to 9. The action is supported by Council's Recreation Strategy (20152024) which identifies the potential to increase the use of sports facilities by installing lighting. The new lighting complies with all Tennis Victoria and Australian Standards and includes features like automatic shutoff to ensure lights are not left on when not in use.
✖Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol officers are investigating a fatal collision in Woori Yallock last Wednesday evening (Sep. 4). Emergency services were called to reports a pedestrian had been struck at the intersection of the Warburton Hwy and Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Rd about 6.30pm. The pedestrian, a 62-year-old man from Yellingbo, was treated at the scene but could not be revived. The driver of the car, a Yarra Junction man was arrested at the scene and interviewed by police. He was released pending summons. Exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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14 grants for water projects
■ Yarra Valley Water has announced the recipients of its 2024 Community Grants program, with 14 grants awarded to community groups across Melbourne
The grants have been given to projects that help local community groups to be water efficient, improve habitats and educate others to use water wisely.
Yarra Valley Water Managing Director Pat McCafferty said it is a great opportunity that elps improve the environments.
“We know there are so many charities, groups and organisations working hard to improve our community and make a difference and we’re really proud to support the brilliant things they do,” Mr McCafferty said.
A recipient of this year’s program is Clayton North Primary School. Principal Sue Simadri said the school was grateful for the $15,000 grant for its Waterwise Community Garden and Education Initiative
“We are incredibly thankful for this support from Yarra Valley Water. This grant will be instrumental in enhancing our community garden with cutting-edge water conservation solutions.
“By implementing a greywater recycling system and planting drought-tolerant species, we aim to significantly reduce our use of drinking water and create a vibrant, sustainable space that benefits both our students and the local community,” Ms Simadri said.
The project will also feature an Inter-generational Gardening Program in collaboration with the local Aged Care Centre, bridging connections between young students and older community members.
WORKS BEGIN AT SCHRAMM”S COTTAGE
■ Manningham Council is beginning works this month at Rieschiecks Reserve
The new modular building will be used by the Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society and other community groups.
The Visitor Centre will include:
■ an exhibition space
■ a meeting room ■ offices
■ public toilets
■ kitchen
■ an accessible path to Schramms Cottage
“Featuring an environmentally sustainable design, this building will create a welcoming interface to the Schramms Cottage Museum Complex,” said a Council representative.
“The Visitor Centre will be built at Rieschiecks Reserve, between Schramm’s Cottage and the 1st Doncaster East Scout Hall, Doncaster East.
Construction will likely begin in early September 2024 and be completed by mid 2025.
This schedule is subject to weather conditions and third-party approvals.
The works will take place on weekdays during the hours of 7am and 5pm. There may be some construction noise and traffic delays.
Other grant receipients are:
■ Span Community House, Darebin
■ Friends of Merri Creek, Merribek
■ Monbulk Primary School, Monbulk
■ Yarra Hills Secondary College, Yarra Ranges
■ Mitcham Community House, Whitehorse
- ■ Eastwood Primary School
■ Friends of the Platypus, Nillumbik
■ Mont Albert Village, Whitehorse
■ Lalor North Primary School, Lalor
■ Lighthouse Foundation, Maroondah
■ Mernda Community Garden at Carome Smart, Whittlesea
■ Edible Warburton Community, Yarra Ranges
■ Newlands Primary School, Darebin
EAST
In 1978, Ash Long was Editor of Bayswater News, as well as President of the Bayswater Chamber of Commerce of Industry.
Leader Newspapers promoted the 22year-old to become Manager of the Knox and Mountain District Free Press, where he led production of a record-size 76page edition.
He had stints as Manager of the KnoxSherbrooke News, as well as Acting Editor of group newspapers including Box Hill, Nunwading, Ringwood, Croydon, Lilydale, Waverley and Chadstone.
Some 45 years on, in 2024, Ash Long continues his lifetime of community service, as Publisher of The Local Paper group, which has localised newspapers across 40 local government areas covering all Melbourne suburbs, the Mornington Peninsula and beyond.
He was involved with the Australian Suburban Newspapers’ Association, later becoming a National Judge.
In 1983, he branched out on his own, developing newspapers across Victoria.
In the intervening years, there have been successes (and a few stumbles!)
Ash Long as Editor of the Bayswater News in 1978. In 2002, Long reinvograted the Melbourne Observer newspaper. It continues today as a free section within all editions of The Local Paper. There have been other involvements with TV, radio and online projects. Decades on, Ash Long and his Local Paper team remain committed to providing the best possible service to readers and clients.
● From left: Rachel Marchenko, Director, Alexander Aged Care, Clayton; Sue Simadri, Principal, Clayton North Primary School; Tiffany White, General Manager, Strategy and Community Yarra Valley Water with Clayton North students.
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Fringe Festival
■ This year’s Melbourne Fringe Festival program showcases circus, dance and physical theatre by Australian and international movers and makers, nationally acclaimed, and cutting-edge emerging outfits including Dancenorth Australia, Head First Acrobats, One Fell Swoop, YUCK Circus and Karma Dance present new work at the festival which runs from October 1-20.
Some highlights include: Temple of Desire New dance-theatre from Karma Dance, featuring 16 dancers trained in the classical Indian dance form Bharatanatyam , in a meeting of eastern spirituality and queer sexuality. This 3000-year-old artform is decolonised, subverted and queered-up in a spectacle where pleasure and joy are celebrated as pathways to liberation. Directed by Govind Pillai, it explores culture, tradition, colonial loss, and gendered oppression in a work that is steeped in tradition. October 4-5, Malthouse - Beckett Theatre. Wayfinder
A kaleidoscopic collision of dance, music and visual art, presented by Dancenorth Australia. Set on a custom-made inflatable stage, the dancers move to a soaring composition by three-time Grammy nominated Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote working with sound artist Byron J. Scullin. Presented as part of Melbourne Fringe's Fringe Encore at Geelong Arts Centre. October 25-26, Geelong Arts Centre. Escalate
Virtuosic juggling, innovative lighting and relentless energy collide in this pioneering new show from Throw Catch Collective. Australia’s best jugglers rip through an explosive hour of entertainment, pushing the boundaries of their art with a unique eye for musicality and timing, effortlessly blending rhythm and movement with juggling. October 9-20 , Circus Oz Godz
Winner of the Melbourne Fringe People's Choice Award 2022, Head First Acrobats return with this smash hit event that uniquely combines storytelling, circus and physical prowess, elevated to god-like proportions. Follow Greek gods like Cupid and Hercules as they perform gravity-defying stunts, true tests of heroic strength and muscularity, and surprise comic twists. Godz is currently touring Australia and the UK in preparation to tackle the heights of the West End and Las Vegas. October 9-26,Circus Oz
By a Thread Seven acrobats use 30 metres of rope as their apparatus, tying, wrapping up and connecting each other as they perform spectacular aerial acrobatics to explore ideas of risk and trust. The actions of one acrobat affect and implicate the movements of others, in a mesmerising negotiation of cause and effect, featuring virtuosic acrobatics and intricate choreography .resented by One Fell Swoop Circus, the cast includes Shona Morgan who represented Australia at the Beijing Olympics. October 11-12 , Gasworks Arts Park
YUCK Circus
YUCK Circus returns with a brand-new show that winds back the clock to the early 2000s. Audiences can expect Backstreet Boys, Britney , and big throwback energy, mixed with high-flying acrobatics and awardwinning comedy. October 17-20, The Ukiyo Girl’s Notes
A genre-pushing work from Taiwan that is equal parts performance art and contemporary dance, Girl's Notes takes its cues from a 1990s Taiwanese book instructing women on how to behave. Artist SU Pin-Wen and pianist LIN Mai-Ke take dance into conceptual realms as they interrogate contemporary gender politics, power dynamics, nudity and their experience with the female body. Girl's Notes is a part of Fringe Focus Taiwan, a program that shines a spotlight on the innovative art coming out of one of Asia’s most creatively inspired centres. October 11-12, Melbourne Recital Centre - Cheryl Threadgold
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
■ Matthew Bourne’s dance production of Edward Scissorhands has been well-received by audiences globally since its premiere in 2005.
Based on the classic Tim Burton movie and featuring the music of Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, Bourne and his New Adventures Company return to this witty, bittersweet story of an incomplete boy left alone in a strange new world.
Directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, and filmed live in March 2024 at the Wales Millenium Centre, Cardiff, the film opens in a castle high on a hill, where Edward lives, a boy created by an eccentric inventor.
When his creator dies, he is left alone and unfinished with only scissors for hands until a kindly townswoman invites him to live with her suburban family.
Can Edward find his place in the well-meaning community which struggles to see past his curious appearance to the innocence and gentleness within?
Distributed by Sharmill Films, Edward Scissorhands will be screening in select Australian cinemas from September 27 for a limited time.
Tickets are on sale now: sharmillfilms.com.au/live-events-on-screen/ edward-scissorhands-matthew-bournesdance-version-of-tim-burtons-classic/ - Cheryl Threadgold
Why Can’t Women Be Like Men?
■ Cross-disciplinary creative Grazia Marin will debut her stage play Why Can’t Women Be Like Men? on September 26 and 29 at Chapel off Chapel, Prahran.
Directed by Olivia Staaf, with themes of love, loss, religion, sexuality, pleasure and pain, this dramedy stars Amelia Dunn, Veronicka Devlin, Lisa Sharpe and Piera Dennerstein.
At a pivotal point in all their lives, four women come together to celebrate a birthday. As the bubbly flows, the façades fall away and expose the many ways in which each woman’s life is anything but ‘normal’.
But should it have to be? And who defines what is normal?
A fictionalisation of the culmination of over two decades in psychological practice, Why Can't Women Be Like Men? is a dramedy that explores the sexuality and intimate relationships of cross-generational characters.
The play is based on the writer’s many years of research and experience in the area of female sexual issues, undertaken when practicing as a psychologist.
She concluded that the diagnosis of female sexual disorders was mostly based on research into male sexual functioning and was therefore a cultural construction.
“The play aims to show audiences that women function differently to men, and that women do not have to comply with the expectations of others. For all four characters in the play, their sexuality is controlled by outside forces. By the end of the work, the characters begin to develop a greater sense of self and move toward personal freedom. The play aims to give women permission to be themselves,” says playwright Grazia Marin.
Performance Dates: Thursday, September 26 at 7.30pm and Sunday, September 29 at 2.30pm Venue: The Loft at Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel St, Prahran
■ Singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed, multi award-winning West End and Broadway musical Hadestown will premiere in Melbourne at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in May 2025., presented by Opera Australia and the Jones Theatrical Group.
“Melbourne audiences embrace musicals
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like no other city and in return musicals delight in performing here due to the rousing receptions and support that they receive.
“Hadestown will be no exception. Creator and writer Anaïs Mitchell is such an extraordinary talent and her musical is magical, bold, exciting and full of love and promise,” said Suzanne Jones of Jones Theatrical Group
Hadestown won eight Tony Awards when it opened on Broadway in 2019, including Best Score and Best Director and is still playing to packed houses five years later.
Originating as Anaïs Mitchell’s indie theatre project, along with her artistic collaborator, Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown was transformed into a genre-defying musical that blends modern American folk music with New Orleans-inspired jazz to reimagine the sweeping ancient tale of Orpheus and Eurydice. The hit musical also won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.
Following two intertwining love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back.
Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by an ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown invites audiences to imagine how the world could be.
The creative team for Broadway features Tony Award winner Rachel Hauck (set design), four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Krass (costume design), two-time Tony Award winner Bradley King (lighting design), Tony Award winners Nevin Steinberg and Jessica Paz (sound design), Obie Award winner and Chita Rivera Award winner David Neumann (choreography), Liam Robinson (music direction and vocal arrangements), Tony Award winners Michael Chorney and Todd Sickafoose (arrangements and orchestrations), Ken Cerniglia (dramaturgy), and Whitley Theatrical (casting).
Casting announcements will be made in the coming months. www.hadestown.com.au
- Cheryl Threadgold
■ Design Fringe, a free event for the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2024, will be presented until October 20 at Linden Art, 26 Acland St, St Kilda.
Melbourne contemporary designers responded to the exhibition theme: 'We have shared bread and salt.'
Designers were asked across disciplines how design can foster meaningful connections and build community.
Special events include a tour of Linden New Art on October 5 between 11am and 4pm, led by Linden New Art's Curator, who will guide visitors through the works that make up the 2024 Design Fringe exhibition.
On October 12, join a relaxed conversation with Linden New Art's Curator and this year's Design Fringe Designers, whose work offers critical and progressive ways for us to reimagine our societies, politics and ideals.
The designers will explain how their works address the exhibition theme, what inspires them and the materials and techniques they use. Visitors are welcome to ask questions.
A Design Fringe Tactile Tour will be held on October 19 at Linden New Art, designed specifically for people who are blind or vision impaired.
An experienced accessibility guide will take participants on this tactile tour - piece by piece - into every nook, cranny, curve and corner of the Design Fringe exhibition.
For further details about about Design Fringe and to book for this free event, visit https://melbournefringe.com.au/event/design-fringe/
- Cheryl Threadgold
Iphigenia in Splott
■ You know something astonishing has occurred when an audience, collectively, rises to their feet at the end of a performance and gives a standing ovation.
Such was the case when Jessica Clarke concluded her return performance of Gary Owens's Iphigenia in Splott, on the Red Stitch stage.
It was a well earned accolade.
Owens’s play is brilliantly constructed. Effie steps off the stage and challenges the audience directly.
She is a self confessed ‘skank’ but we will weep for her plight by the end for, like her Greek namesake of mythological tragedy, she is sacrificed so others might live comfortably.
The work moves elegantly between the stages of Effie’s life; dissolute, hopeful, in love, desperate and forlorn.
It is the audience, then, who must question just how harshly we viewed her when the play began.
Clarke’s performance is extraordinary. She is all the characters in the storyline; her grandmother, her boyfriend, her lover.
But it is in the transitions between the emotional stages of Effie’s life that we witness the heart-rending trauma of Effie’s life. Clarke has us weeping for the character she has brought to life in all its entirety bringing out the comedy, the pity and the tragedy.
A simple change of lighting is offered to provide the suggestion of a change of tone – a change Effie indicates by adjusting the light switch on the wall. And the prospect of the sea is teased out by a flickering suggestion of the glass on an otherwise non-descript set.
That suggestion alone is heart rending in its own right for the sea is but a mile away from where Effie lives and she has never seen it before.
The fact that Effie lifts the roof (literally and figuratively), shows the gravity of her accomplishment holding up, as it were, the world so that others can live ignorant of her sacrifice. Set and lighting should be congratulated with the soundscape being a constant presence of mood. (Jacob Battista, Sophie Woodward, Rachel Burke,Daniel Nixon). Gary Abrahams has teased out the transitions and employed the sparse set for best effect given there is only a table and chair on stage.
The fact is, when you have a play with this intensity, little else is needed. This is a mustsee play.
Performance Details: Until September 22 - Review by David McLean
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Local Theatre Observations
■ Essendon Theatre Company: Chapter
VOLITION AT ST KILDA Shows
Two (Neil Simon) Until September 14 at Bradshaw St. Community Hall, 9 Bradshaw St., Essendon (enter via Buckley St.). Director: Matthew Freeman. Bookings: 0406448368 or essendontheatrecompany. com.au
■ Theatrical: A Chorus Line, Until September 22 at the National Theatre, Carlisle St., St Kilda. Director: Tahra Cameron; Choreographer: Louise Panagiotidis; Musical Director: Gabriel Taburet. Bookings: theatrical.com.au
■ Williamstown Little Theatre: The Father (Florian Zeller) Until September 21 at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Div Collins. wlt.org.au/book-tickets
■ Nova Music Theatre: Brigadoon September 13 – 22 at The Round, Nunawading. Bookings: novamusictheatre.com.au
■ 1812 Theatre in association with Redfox3 Theatre Company: Coherence (by James Ward Byrkit) Until September 14 at the Lowe Auditorium, 1812 Theatre, Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Director: Justin Stephens.
■ Eltham Little Theatre: Veronica’s Room (by Ira Levin) Until September 21 at the Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Rd., Research. Director: Drew Mason. Bookings: 0411 713 095.
■ Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre: Clue: on Stage (adapted from screenplay by Jonathan Lynn), Until September 21 at the Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre, Castella St., Lilydale. Director: Katie-Jane Amey. Bookings: lilydaleatc.com
■ Gemco Players: The Hull Roamer (a workshop performance of a new sci-fi musical) September 27, 28 at 8pm, September 29 at 2pm at the Gem Theatre, 19 Kilvington Drive, Emerald. Bookings: www.gemco players.org
■ Beaumaris Theatre: Radio Theatre Returns to Beaumaris. October 5 at 7.30pm and October 6 at 2.00pm at Beaumaris Theatre, 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris. $20 per person. Cabaret Style, BYO nibbles and drinks. Proceeds to Beaumaris Theatre. Seven radio plays written by Bayside U3A writers performed by local actors. Concept/presenter: Joy Meekings. Producer/director: Cheryl Threadgold. Bookings: Trybooking.
■ CPP Community Theatre: Hello Dolly! October 11, 12, 17, 18 at 8pm, October 12 at 2pm and October 19 at 5pm at Mahon Theatre at Aquinas College, 46 Great Ryrie St, Ringwood. Director/Choreographer: Tamblyn Smith; Musical Director: Charlotte Black. Bookings: https://cppcommunitytheatre. com.au/ For all ticket enquiries, please email: tickets@cppcommunitytheatre.com.au (In consideration of other patrons and cast, children under the age of three will only be admitted to the theatre for the matinee performance.)
■ LOTS Theatre (Legends of the Skies): Celebrating the 90th anniversary of the 1934 MacRobertson Trophy Air Race, October 2427 incl. Matinees at the Casey Hangar Theatrette, Moorabbin Air Museum, First Ave., Moorabbin. Artistic Director: Maggie Morrison. Bookings essential. Trybooking. - Cheryl Threadgold
Auditions
■ Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group (STAG): The Cripple of Inishmaan (by Martin McDonagh) September 10 – 12 at the Strathmore Community Theatre, 50 Loeman St., Strathmore. Director: Matthew Freeman. Group auditions. Irish accents highly encouraged. Prepare monologue from play. Further details: stagtheatre.org
■ Malvern Theatre Company: The Appleton Ladies Potato Race (by Melanie Tait) September 22 7pm – 10pm, September 23 7.30pm – 10.30pm at Malvern Theatre, 29 Burke Rd., Malvern. Director: Helen Ellis. Audition bookings: Helen Ellis, ellisproductions@me.com
■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Holmes and Watson (by Jeffrey Hatcher) October 6 at 7pm, October 7 at 7.30pm at Unit 8, 417419 Warrigal Rd, Cheltenham. Director: Amy Calvert. Audition bookings and enquirikes: aj267@outlook.com or call 0432 804 803. - Cheryl Threadgold
■ In what was a marvellous example of the creativity of the next wave of Melbourne theatre makers, Volition had a short season at Theatre Works' Explosives Factory space in St Kilda.
The show consisted of two halves, The Volition Project and The Volition Experiment, each acting as a counterpoint to the other.
Both were based on the theme of a reality TV game show but took different approaches to unpacking and critiquing such shows.
Experiment was lighter in touch, relying upon sarcasm and slapstick to critique. In contrast, Project was a bleaker piece which laid bare the depths reality TV can sink to.
Created under the aegis of Theatre Works' Early Career Artist Program, both casts devised and wrote the two shows working with Belle Hansen (Project) and Steven Mitchell-Wright (Experiment) as their directors, mentors and cocreators.
Both shows involved a series of short skits which ranged in style from the naturalistic to the absurd, from being improvised to using scripted texts.
Ten performers made up the cast of Project: Ella Le Fournour; Jasper Jordan; Kasey Barratt; Ozzy Breen-Carr; Hugo Gutteridge; Charlie Morris; Paolo Bartolomei; Eleanor Golding; Ryan Henry; and Senuki Thotahewage.
A smaller cast of six performed Experiment: Sarah Frencham; Rosa Ablett-Johnstone; Liam Crevola; River Stevens; Murdoch Keane; and Amir Yacoub. All 16 were wonderful in their zestful energetic and committed performances, displaying an impressive range of acting skills.
Hansen as director and co-creator of Project, along with Mitchell-Wright who did likewise for Experiment , should both be proud of the works they have produced in conjunction with the two casts. They both have a great eye for what makes for marvellous spell-binding theatre that entertains while also provokes.
Derailed by poor group dynamics, group-devised shows often do not produce great theatre. Not so with Volition as it was a shining example of how superb and daring such shows can be.
For further information about the event: https://bit.ly/tw-volition
- Review by Peter Murphy
Whitehorse
Showtime
■ There are only a handful of theatre companies, whether professional, amateur or community, that can boast of 60 continuous years of performance, and that credit goes to Whitehorse Showtime having just closed their 60th season at the recently opened The Round Theatre, Nunawading
A showcase for Scouting and Guiding in the Mount Dandenong region it has been a constant example of what young performers, writers, musicians, theatre technicians can achieve, in fact some thousands over the journey of 60 years.
At the beginning, commencing after the 7th Australian Jamboree at Dandenong in 1965, a nucleus of Scouts and Leaders led by Rod Savage , organised the very first Whitehorse Showtime, loosely based on the successful Melbourne Gang Show
An all-male cast, they delighted audiences for many years and with changing times, involvement was open to Guides and girls who joined Scout Groups.
And so this year with a cast of over 90 and twice as many off stage using the theme ‘Still Spinning At 60’ - Side A, followed the trials and tribulations of ‘Sapphire Sounds’, a vinyl record store struggling to stay in business.
With their locally-written script they tried all ways to make money by dance, song, comedy and drama, particularly with a Sausage Sizzle, a Radiothon and an Auction.
The flip Side B, while continuing with ‘Sapphire Sounds’ dilemma, also took us back in time, reflecting on highlights of the past 60 years of performance.
Quite an achievement considering they performed on line during two years of the pandemic.
Producer Leanne Fraser and Youth Producers Mitch Bell and Liam Teunissen headed a cohesive production well served by the band, lighting, sound and all aspects of the staging teams. All made excellent use of the state of the art facility provided at The Round Theatre. Their final words “We look forward to 60 more”.
- Review by Graeme McCoubrie
MIFF Awards
■ The Melbourne International Film Festival has unveiled its 2024 MIFF Award winners, presenting over $250,000 in prize money across a suite of five categories.
The flagship Bright Horizons Award, presented by VicScreen and amounting to $140,000 – making it one of the most lucrative film prizes globally – was awarded to a film by an outstanding filmmaker on the rise. This year’s winner was Universal Language directed by Matthew Rankin Award Winners
Bright Horizons Award presented by VicScreen. Universal Language directed by Matthew Rankin
Bright Horizons Special Jury Award. Flow directed by Gints Zilbalodis
Blackmagic Design Australian Innovation Award. Jaydon Martin, Flathead – directing
The Uncle Jack Charles Award in collaboration with Kearney Group.April Phillips, kajoo yannaga (come on let’s walk together) – director, lead artist
Intrepid Audience Award (joint winners). Voice co-directed by Krunal Padhiar and Semara Jose Left Write Hook directed by Shannon Owen
MIFF Schools Youth Jury Award, presented by Collarts. Alemania directed by Maria Zanetti.
Sam Jacob, CEO, Collarts said: "At Collarts, the Australian College of the Arts, we believe that stories change the world, and that creativity is vital. We provide students with industry-leading opportunities to learn, including our partnership withthe biggest film festival in the southern hemisphere.”
“We’re thrilled to have MIFF as a longterm creative partner, and to be presenting the 2024 MIFF Schools Youth Jury Award, which provides mentorship to the Youth Jury members, and a prize of $10,000 for the winning film."
The MIFF Awards were also a chance to celebrate some of this year’s breakout talent and crowd pleasers on the eve of the festival’s final day of in-cinema activity for 2024.
This year’s winners join the 2024 MIFF Shorts Awards class, including Grand Prix winner Nebojša Slijepcevic for The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent, with the shorts-format award winners announced in a special standalone ceremony at ACMI.
With her Bright Horizons Jury duties officially in completion, Oscar-winning costume designer Deborah L. Scott hosted an intimate masterclass at The Wheeler Centre on the festival’s last day, sharing insights from her illustrious career overflowing with iconic wardrobe moments, from Marty McFly’s orange vest in Back to the Future and the complicated costumes of Pandora in Avatar to Elliott’s red hoodie in E.T: The Extra-Terrestrial and the historical accuracy required on the set of Titanic. - Contributed
Verdi’s Requieum
■ One of the classical music world’s most dramatic choral works, Verdi’s Requiem, is set to delight audiences at Melbourne Town Hall in September.
It is being staged by the Melbourne Bach Choir and accompanied by the Zelman Symphony, both conducted by Rick Prakhoff Prakhoff has assembled a fine group of soloists in soprano Belinda Paterson, mezzo soprano Miriam Gordon-Stewart, tenor Tomas Dalton and bass Christopher Hillier. Belinda Paterson has just returned from Germany, where she was acclaimed for her performance as Klytaemnestra in Richard Strauss’s opera Elektra. Verdi’s Requiem has been described as the most operatic of all requiems, and often considered too operatic to be performed in a liturgical setting, but it comes into its own when performed in a concert setting such as Melbourne Town Hall
As he did in his operas, throughout his Requiem, Verdi uses vigorous rhythms, sublime melodies, and dramatic contrasts to express the powerful emotions in the text.
Enjoy this performance of Verdi’s Requiem on Saturday, September 14, at 7.30 pm at Melbourne Town Hall by visiting trybooking.com for tickets.
- Julie Houghton
More Auditions
■ The Mount Players: The Importance of Being Earnest (by Oscar Wilde) October 19, 20 at 10.00am at the Mountview Theatre, 56 Smith St., Macedon. Director: Vicki Smith. Audition bookings: Vicki Smith, stagestruck58@me.com
■ The Basin Theatre Group: Home, I’m Darling (by Laura Wade) October 20 at 2pm and October 22 at 7pm at The Basin Theatre, Doongalla Rd., The Basin. Director: Bob Bramble. Audition bookings: bobbramble2013@gmail.com
- Cheryl Threadgold
And Then There Were None
■ From the producers of the hugely successful Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap comes a new production of Agatha Christie’s bestselling crime novel of all time, And Then There Were None, opening at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre in February.
Ten people are lured to a solitary mansion on an island off the English coast, when a storm cuts them off from the mainland. The true reason for their presence on the island soon becomes horribly clear.
First adapted for the stage in 1943, this new production directed by Australian theatrical icon Robyn Nevin (The Mousetrap) is a gorgeously grim thriller.
John Frost for Crossroads Live presents And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie. Comedy Theatre, Melbourne from February 2025. - Jessica Bendell
● ● ● ● Belinda Paterson
● ● Host Zan Rowe with with Justin Kurzel and Warren Ellis.
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Ash on Wednesday Kew Guide Dog Centre re-opens
■ The redeveloped Guide Dogs Victoria campus in Kew is officially opened, providing a world-class active training and education centre of excellence.
The redevelopment has turned the campus into a ‘sensory campus’, designed to seamlessly integrate people with vision loss, guide dogs and campus employees in a way that will stimulate and heighten the sensory experience.
The project has delivered new guide dog training facilities, including an undercover Dog Training Plaza, for Guide Dogs
Victoria’s Early Puppy Development Program
Works delivered include:
■ an education centre including multipurpose education space, multisensory play space, male and female bathrooms and one accessible bathroom
■ a café, including fit-out
residential accommodation including nine bedrooms with ensuites, shared kitchen, shared lounge area and five sensory breakout spaces
■ sensory garden including children’s garden and play area, new footpaths and integrated footpaths
■ administration spaces including open plan office space, reception area with lobby, seven meeting rooms, kitchenette and utility space, boardroom, executive office, multipurpose room, male and female bathrooms and one accessible bathroom
■ a sunken car park
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with upgrades to internal roads and driveway, parking for at least 62 cars and workshop/office/storage area
■ upgraded water, electrical, communications and fire services at the site on Chandler Highway Guide Dogs
Victoria will be able to expand client services with the new enhanced surroundings and technology.
The project supported 38 jobs during construction and created 45 ongoing roles.
The $33.6 million dollar project was funded by Guide Dogs Victoria ($26.1 million), supported by the Federal Government ($2.5 million) and State Government ($5 million).
Lizzi Blandthorn, Victorian Minister for Disability, said: “It’s fantastic to see work complete and now making an incredible difference in the lives of around 1200 people with low vision across Victoria.
“The new sensory campus is an achievement that will empower more Victorians with low vision to navigate the world with confidence and independence.”
“ Guide Dogs
Victoria has been a cornerstone of support for people with low vision, and this new campus marks the next chapter in their ongoing commitment to transforming lives.”
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Knox housing call
■ Knox City Council has called for more transparent decision making on planning decisions that impact local communities in its submission to the State Government’s new Plan for Victoria
“The Victorian Government is developing a new plan for Victoria to replace Plan Melbourne, with a focus on delivering more homes near transport, jobs and services in our neighbourhoods,” said a Knox Council representative.
“Separately, the Government has released draft housing targets that have been developed without consultation with local councils.”
Knox City Council Mayor, Cr Jude Dwight, said housing targets for Knox are unrealistic and the Plan for Victoria falls short of considering critical factors needed to manage the risks of such ambitious population growth.
“The draft housing target for Knox is an extra 47,000 dwellings by 2051. This is an almost 75 per cent increase in housing and nearly three times the projected demand under the Victorian Government’s own population and dwelling projections,” said Cr Dwight
“We believe the target is unrealistic for Knox based on historical rates of new dwellings and current housing supply constraints in Victoria
“If we are going to support a vastly bigger population there is an urgent need to reform funding arrangements for the infrastructure needed in already established areas like Knox
“There is also a desperate need to address transport challenges arising from a lack of fixed rail and inadequate bus services in Knox if we are going to accommodate significant additional housing and employment opportunities.
“Our best opportunity to deliver more housing and employment in Knox is developing Council owned land between Burwood Highway and Blind Creek adjacent to Westfield Knox
.
“Yet the State Government recently introduced a new tax, the Windfall Gains Tax, which is a disincentive to providing housing at this location, completely at odds with its own Plan for Victoria
“There is a missed opportunity also for the Government to increase the supply of social and affordable housing by introducing better controls and contributions opportunities in the Victorian planning system.
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Bill Shorten, Minister for Government Services and the NDIS , said: “I’m pleased to see the many benefits of this vital redevelopment at the Kew Guide Dogs campus come to life.”
“The Government’s Plan for Victoria must also reconcile the need for more housing with predicted climate change impacts.
“It should take into account local policies and initiatives including increasing tree canopy coverage and speed up its own work on flood mapping and environmentally sustainable development planning provisions to manage the impacts of urban development on liveability and environmental risk.
“Council also wants the Victorian Government to deliver on commitments to support the development of the Bayswater Business Precinct and the Wantirna Health Precinct to leverage our strengths in health care and innovation and facilitate workforce skills development,” Cr Dwight said.
Ageing Group
■ The City of Monash is encouraging residents to join its Positive Ageing Reference Group, to play a key role in shaping the future of ageing in the community.
Participants are asked to provide valuable insights, share experiences and collaborate with like-minded individuals to influence programs and services that enhance the quality of life for older adults.
This group is open to older adults, carers, professionals in the ageing sector, and anyone interested in supporting positive ageing. Applicants should be connected to Monash, whether through living, working, studying, or participating in a local group within the community.
To submit an application, please read the Terms of Reference and complete the Expression of Interest below by Monday, September 16.
Cheryl Threadgold, Local Theatre
Julie Houghton, The Arts
Trask, Entertainment
Rourke, Film
Ryan, Horse Racing Len Baker, Harness Racing
Cartoonist
Foenander, Music
● Lizzie Blandthorn, State Minister
JACK AND MILLIE
■ Essence Theatre Productions presents Jack and Millie as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival from October 15-20 at the Bluestone Church Arts Space, Footscray
Created and performed by Alaine Beek , joined by performers Ross Daniels and Phil Cameron-Smith, Jack and Millie is based on the author's breast cancer journey, and brings a unique comic perspective to the stage.
'Jack' is portrayed as Millie's cancer - her inner thoughts, her courage, fear and (often funny) human frailties.
The piece enables audiences to delve into the world of receiving a life threatening diagnosis.
Performed in a non-natural style, the play is stripped back to a minimalist set with three actors - Phil Cameron Smith as 'Jack', Alaine Beek as 'Millie' and Green Room award-winner Ross Daniels portraying the multiple characters that fill Millie's world.
Critically acclaimed, 'Jack and Millie' has been studied by hundreds of high school students in 2022 (listed on VCE drama curriculum) and toured through Victoria and into NSW Event Details: October 15 - 20
■ Writer/performer Tom Moran presents his Melbourne Fringe Festival show Tom Moran is a Big Fat Filthy Disgusting Liar from October 2-6 at 7.15pm/6.15pm at the Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Meeting Room in Carlton. Directed by Davey Kelleher and produced by Lisa Nally, Tom Moran's show is now on tour in Australia following sell-out shows at the Dublin Fringe, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Abbey Theatre
A self-proclaimed people-pleaser and an expert in empathy, Tom really struggles with the truth. Full of compas-
sion and humour, he explores identity, family dynamics and having a very flexible relationship to the truth.
Tom begs the question in his 'completely true' solo show: “If I never lied again and was just myself, would any of my loved ones still love me?”
Event Details: October 2 - 6 at 7.15pm and 6.15pm
Venue: Festival Hub: Meeting Room at the Trades Hall, Cnr Victoria and Lygon Sts., Carlton.
Further details and bookings: melbournefringe.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold
The Killer
■ (MA). 125 minutes. Now streaming on Netflix.
John Woo returns to the film that put him on the international map in 1989, and although not in the same league, the remake is surprisingly, if forgettable, mild fun.
The new film is set in Paris, and the role originally played by Chow Yun-fat is now played by Nathalie Emmanuel, this time named Zee, an infamous assassin whose world is turned upside down when a hit goes wrong, with bystander Jenn (Diana Silvers) being accidentally blinded during all the carnage.
Zee’s boss Finn (Sam Worthington) demands that Jenn be eliminated, but she does the opposite, protecting the injured singer from others that also wish her dead.
All this mayhem draws the attention of honest cop Sey (Omar Sy), who eventually teams up with Zee to defeat a gallery of criminals and killers.
The Killer 2024 is needlessly overlpotted, protracting what should be a more streamlined story, resulting in an overlong running time.
These subplots are overly familiar and predictable too. Emmanuel is acceptable, but lacks the charismatic presence of Chow, while Sy offers another likeable performance.
Woo seems more reflective in his approach to the material, and appears more interested in blending the Paris setting with the multiple chases and violent confrontations.
Woo does provide a couple of enjoyable action set-pieces, especially in a hospital (reminiscent of Johnnie To’s 2016 action/thriller, Three) and the big final shoot out, which takes place in a church and cemetery. A remake of The Killer has been on the table for three decades (I was definitely excited when it looked like Walter Hill was set to direct, back in the 90’s), but I admittedly had low expectations with the film that has finally eventuated. Woo may not be in top form (and I feel he agreed to do this so he could fund Silent Night, a daring experiment that deserves a lot more love and attention), but he shows obvious affection towards the story that made him a global sensation, helping make this more entertaining than it deserves to be.
For those who have not seen the 1989 original, search it out now; it is one of the most incredible, and influential, action films ever made.
RATING - ***
Strange Darling
■ (MA). 96 minutes. Now showing in selected cinemas.
Ultra stylish, well-acted and cleverly structured thriller is a knowing homage to film-makers such as Brian De Palma and Quentin Tarantino.
The less you know about the film’s details the better, but suffice to say that it involves a serial killer, currently focusing on their latest victim, who is trying to escape by any means necessary.
Gorgeously shot on film by actor Giovanni Ribisi, with a striking score by Craig DeLeon and perfect editing by Christopher Robin Bell, this is an audio/visual blast, while writer/director J.T. Mollner plays with structure in the same way Pulp Fiction did.
The performances are first rate. Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner as victim/pursuer are terrific, with excellent support by veterans Barbara Hershey and Ed Begley Jr. Strange Darling is certainly selfknowing film-making, but Mollner shows genuine love for the medium, creating something both exciting and memorable.
RATING - ****
A Nightmare On Elm Street
■ (MA) (1984). 91 minutes. Limited season in selected cinemas September 12.
Wes Craven’s iconic horror movie celebrates its 40th anniversary, and fans have the chance to see it on the big screen, via a 4K restoration.
Its dream vs reality scenario has definitely influenced many filmmakers over the decades, while Robert Englund delivers a deliciously intense performance, giving audiences one of the most famous movie monsters of all-time.
I remember seeing this at the cinemas during first release, and there were a number of scenes that were scary or suspenseful.
Many sequels of varying quality followed over the years (Dream Warriors and New Nightmare are the two worth tracking down), plus a truly awful remake, but the original remains the best.
RATING - ****½ - Aaron Rourke
Aaron Rourke
● ● Alaine Beek, Ross Daniels and Phil Cameron Smith in Jack and Millie.
● ● Tom Moran. Photo: Owen Clarke.
■ We all have our favourite film actors but I always enjoyed watching Cameron Mitchell in the films.
The first time I really noticed him was when he played Gordon MacRae's friend in the musical Carousel
Cameron McDowell Mitzell was born in Dallastown, Pennsylvania, in 1918 and was the fourth of seven children.
His father was a minister of religion. In his teenage years Cameron studied acting and was advised to change his surname to Mitchell if he was going to be a professional actor.
Cameron attended the Theatre School of Dramatic Arts in New York City whilst working as an usher and dishwasher to pay the bills.
He had his break on Broadway in a play titled Jeremiah in 1939 and also in the cast was another struggling young actor named Cornel Wilde.
Cameron served as an Air Force Bombardier during World War IIand after the war he resumed his acting career.
In 1945 he made his screen debut in the film What Next, Corporal Hargrove?
He was cast as ‘Happy’ in the original production of Arthur Miller's play Death of a Salesman and reprised the role in the 1951 film. He provided the voice of Jesus Christ in The Robe in 1953 but did not appear in the credits.
During the early 1950s Cameron Mitchell was busy in films such as Les Miserables, How
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To Marry a Millionaire, Hell and High Water and Love Me or Leave Me
He was married three times during his lifetime and was a father to seven children. In 1956 he played ‘Jigger Craigin’ in the musical film Carousel and sang in two songs That Was a Real Nice Clambake and Stonecutters Cut It On Stone
Cameron was a guest star in many television shows such as The Untouchables, Wagon Train and Bonanza. In 1962 he narrated the series The Beachcomber
Cameron Mitchell is probably best remembered for his role in the western television series The High Chaparral in which played the happygo-lucky ‘Buck Cannon’.
Cameron Mitchell was offered the part of ‘Buck’ following an airline flight to Tucson where he sat next to the series creator David Dortort and his wife.
Cameron Mitchell was a working actor all his life and appeared in more than three hundred films and television shows during his career. He made some great films and some "shockers".
Some critics described him as uninterested whilst on screen and some of his B -grade films were considered by fans to be so bad that they were good. I always thought he had a great screen presence.
His 12 hobbies included poker, golfing, family, animals, reading the Bible, fishing, traveling, playing basketball, soccer, philosophy, car racing and cooking.
Cameron Mitchell was a heavy smoker and died of lung cancer at the age of 75 in 1994 in Pacific Palisades, California. He is buried in Desert Memorial Park in Cathedral City, California. Several of his children have followed in their fathers footsteps to become actors.
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THE HUXLEYS TAKE TOP PHOTOGRAPHY AWARD
The Huxleys Bad Sports – Wai Tang Commissioning Award
The Huxleys are the recipients of the 2023 Wai Tang Commissioning Award and will present a new body of work during the 2024 Bowness Photography Prize exhibition season. They responded to the commission with a new body of work that has all the hallmarks of the humour, wot and outrageousness we know and love them for.
For The Huxleys Bad Sports (2024) reflects upon the ostracisation you can feel when growing up in a country that values sporting achievements above all else.
It can be a real struggle especially when you are a creative, shy queer kid searching for kindred spirits.
A love of music, art, fashion and the dark underworld is perceived to be your eventual artistic salvation.
Bad Sports seeks to capture the alienation of, humour and abstraction the Huxleys experienced growing up in this sunburnt country from the larrikans looking for a fair go, a guernsey and a winning streak.
For the uncoordinated and uncooperative queer person, the struggle is real.
Exhibition opens September 1 and closes November 10.
MAPh – The Australian Home of Photography
860 Ferntree Gully Rd. Wheelers Hill
Town Hall Gallery
Pattern Recognition
is a major exhibition at Town Hall Gallery exploring the intentions and motivations of artists who continually engage a theme, subject, or visual style throughout their creative process.
The human brain’s ability to identify patterns and repeat symbols allow us to visually match what we see with the information we already know, finding structure, cementing knowledge, and gaining further understanding.
The allure of returning to, reconsidering, or reframing our understanding speaks to our minds ability to interrogate and motivate.
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Expressed through purposeful and continued use of colour and pattern and form, pattern and repetition, motif and subject, Pattern Recognition features artists who have dedicated their practice to exploring and evolving a particular concept or enduring preoccupation.
Exhibition closes Saturday October 26.
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Nostalgic – by Bradley Flood
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the sentimental charm of a bygone era in Nostalgic, a community exhibition by local artist Bradley Flood
From the richness f oil paints to the versatility of acrylics, the works on display will captivate your senses and transport you to a world of timeless beauty.
Playing homage to the simple aspects of home and community life, captured on canvas, Nostalgic is a celebration of the past, present , and future, bridging the gap between generations.
Exhibition closes Saturday September 28.
Town Hall Gallery
360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn
At Burrinja
Calming the Storm Within –Megan Archer
Megan’s work is raw and confi-
dent. Working with multimedia in her first solo exhibition, the artist invites us on her journey and celebration of an ongoing tumultuous relationship with Schizoaffective disorder, one of the most misunderstood, complex mental health issues in society today. It stigmatises and isolates 0.5 per cent of Australians who have it.
Inspired by visions and auditory waves of hallucinations’ during episodes of psychoses, Archer produces a vibrant tapestry of colours and shapes, some with human-like figures and faces emerging from the canvas, others landscapes featuring creaturelike hands.
These paintings are not just visual experiences, they are emotional voyages that challenge the viewers to reflect on the depths of their own psyche.
Exhibition closes Sunday October 13.
Burrinja Gallery
351 Glenfern Rd, Upwey - Peter Kemp
Tolarno Galleries
■ Tolarno Galleries is presenting Georgia Spain’s third solo exhibition, Why Not, What If, Could It Be?
Winner of the 2021 Sir John Sulman Prize, Georgia Spain, makes her debut in the medium of sculpture, bringing together paintings alongside sculptural assemblages.
Embracing ambiguity, humour and material transformation, Spain’s surreal, semi-figurative sculptures look as though they might have just stepped out of the vigorously expressive canvases that surround them.
In a way they have, for they are comprised of an assortment of detritus found in Spain’s studio, including the very materials – rags, cardboard, bits of wood and other objects – used to make the many layers of marks in each painting.
The process began when Spain was in the middle of painting and found herself nursing a strong desire “to get off the flat surface of the canvas”.
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Wrestler Sid Vicious dies
■ Sid, originally christened Sid Eudy, later to be known on the pro wrestling circuit as Lord Humongous, Sid Justice and Sycho Sid. Those identities morphed into Sid Vicious in 1993. Sid, the six foot nine-inch giant, wrestled on WrestleMania events until retirement. A real entertainer, Sid died of cancer, aged 63.
Radio station under pressure
■ There is a rumour in circulation that a niche digital broadcasting station is experiencing severe financial pressure. We will refrain from nominating the station , other than to say July salaries are said to outstanding. Latest ratings were a disaster, and listeners are hearing a re-run of old segmentsgenerally things are crook. Hope a White Knight investor can save the day.
Brooke Shields cleans closet
■ When Hollywood actress Booke Shields married Andre Agassi in 1971 she wore a hip hugging wedding dress , and from that day onwards the dress hung in a wardrobe. Then along came her daughter's high school graduation, out came Mum's bridal dress and from all reports daughter looked a stunner.
Nine’s bean counters are busy
■ Nine Entertainment stumpted up $77 million for exclusive rights for the Paris Olympics which is included in the total package of $305 million to include coverage of Los Angeles Olympics 2028, and Brisbane 2032 . To date Nine has banked $ 160 million in advertising and subscription revenue from the Paris Games
Trump in trouble
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■ Abba is the latest in a very long list of major vocalists
groups who have issued cease and desist legal documents against Donald Trump. All concerned
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Across
1. Promotion & advertising
6. Job path
11. Double bike
15. Messenger
20. Jump
21. Laughing scavenger
22. Labyrinth
23. Resumé, curriculum ...
25. Victory cup
26. Of sound mind, compos ...
27. Holy city
29. Letter
32. Forbidden activity (2-2)
34. Neither ... nor that
36. Careworn
39. Pre-Soviet emperors
41. Talks wildly
43. Roof overhangs
46. Lessens
48. More recent
49. Lion's neck hair
51. Stack
52. School principals
55. Love excessively, ... on
56. Louts
59. Awkward
61. Deities
62. Body fluid lump
63. Baby night bird
64. Anger, raise someone's ...
67. Favours
68. Shaggier
70. US coin
71. Odour
72. Perfume sampler
73. Lithe
74. Enthused
75. Red blood cell deficiency
77. Letter cross-stroke
78. Desires
79. Unmask
82. Lettuce side dishes
86. Widen (pupils)
87. Famous volcano
89. Illegal passengers
92. Former
94. African antelope
96. SE Arabian sultanate
98. Sets (table)
100. Smells strongly
101. Slightly open
103. 60s pop dance (2-2)
105. Become more active (3,2)
106. Symbolic picture
108. Brass instrument
111. Wordless play
112. White ants
114. Cannier
116. Citrus peel
119. German Mrs
120. Walkway
121. Non-com (1,1,1)
123. Was in debt to
124. Shrill bark
125. Name one by one
126. Vortex
127. Chair wheels
130. Came first
131. Wasted time
135. Record's secondary track (1-4)
138. Spoils
139. ... out a living
141. Countries' pennants
144. Economise, scrimp & ...
146. And so on
147. Infantryman, ... soldier
148. Crazy
149. Bread bun
150. Exercise club
151. Retained
152. Swallow up
153. The B of NB
155. Soviet Union (1,1,1,1)
157. Numerals system
158. Enclosure
160. Futuristic fiction (3-2)
161. Unsuitable
162. Ultra-virile
163. Which
165. Building block
166. Jug rim
167. ... Baba & The 40 Thieves
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168. Mexican dip 169. Dispatch by post
171. Suspect's defence
172. Naval rank, chief ... officer
175. Rare pleasure 176. ... & hearty
179. Dried grape
180. Asian sauce bean
182. Knuckle of veal stew, ... bucco
184. Magazine subscriber 185. Cramped (space)
186. Perish
188. Sir ... Coward
189. Chest bone
190. Ancestry diagram, family ... 191. Wheel-shaft projection
193. On cloud ... 194. Swaggering walk
196. Fashion guru, Christian ... 197. Christmas carol, ... In A Manger 198. CDs, compact ...
200. Declare approval of
205. Olympic Games body (1,1,1)
207. King's title, Your ...
210. Resettlement
211. Bludgeoned
212. Pull heavily
213. Indian garment 214. Slimy substance
216. Red-rind cheese
218. Steer
219. Tibetan oxen
220. Employees
224. USA (5,3)
227. Snout
229. Abominable snowman
230. Antlered beast
231. Mutilates
232. Isolated
233. Towards interior of
235. Plentiful
237. Require
239. Wood-trimming tool
241. Of warships
244. Relaxation routine
246. Waffles
249. Child's guessing game (1,3)
252. Press down (4,2)
254. Toppled (over)
256. Group of six
258. Stuns
259. Sea rhythms
260. Foot arches
263. Queen's dog
264. Jogger
265. Ludicrous failure
267. Flowing away
270. Marmalade fruit
271. Spins
272. Mental stress
273. Leakage
274. Map book
277. Small car
279. Ready money
281. Circular
284. Ayes & ...
286. Security lapse
288. Rev counters
292. Measure of distance
294. Composer's work
295. Islands
298. Illumination
300. Orchestra section
301. Hymn, Ave ...
303. Hoisted (flag) (3,2)
306. Idolise
308. Engage (gears)
309. Lazily
311. Thug
314. Spanish friend
315. Salt, ... chloride
316. Conforming, ... the line
317. Without company
318. Filled pastries
319. Unruly children
320. Bug
321. Preaches
322. Phases
323. Electronic payment for goods
324. Tearing into strips
1. Cripple
2. Salesmen
3. Singer, ... Presley
4. Bury
5. Scottish valley
6. Short sleep
7. Kitchen garment
8. Uncovered
9. Corresponded in sound
10. Swiss lake
11. Most submissive
12. Convent
13. Utters
14. Pulped
15. Confines, ... in
16. Frill
17. Public profile
18. Festival
19. Street
24. Tennis ace, ... Lendl
28. Cries like crow
30. Ayatollah's land
31. Pace
33. Makes speech
35. Pressure line on map
37. Enlarge
38. Widespread
40. Wonkiest
42. Prickle
44. Single-celled organism
45. Respect
47. Donkeys
48. Proximity
49. Tiny fish
50. NSW industrial city
53. Tarmac surface
54. Bliss
57. New Zealand Rugby Union team (3,6)
58. Immersed
60. Into that place
63. Aperture
65. Regrettably
66. Eyelid inflammation
68. Group of cattle
69. Writer, ... Blyton
76. Stretchy tape
79. Smash into
80. Snake poison
81. Royal racecourse
83. Up & about
84. Grant
85. Watch covertly
88. Compass point
90. ... & ahs
91. Current units
93. Study of zodiac
95. Moist
97. Become beached, run ...
99. Music style, rock ... (3,4)
100. Sudden attack
102. Denim trousers
104. Yields, ... in
107. Prison rooms
109. Raise (livestock)
110. Region
111. Mongrel dog
113. Originate
115. Female calves
117. Tinted
118. Mirth
121. Journalists
122. Admitted guilt (5,2)
127. Undemanding (job)
128. Disjoin
129. Refits
132. Magician's chant
133. Bloodsucker
134. Military overthrow, coup ... (1'4)
135. Makes acquaintance of
136. Torvill or Dean (3-6)
137. Able
138. Organised for action
140. Communal bedroom
141. Burned unsteadily
142. Disbelievers
143. Portable weapons (5,4)
145. Closing tactics
151. Food-preparing room
154. Chilly
156. Remains
159. Also known as (1,1,1) 164. Afflict
169. Pancake topping, ... syrup
170. Aggravated
173. Lobe ornament
174. Cigar leaves
177. Ram star sign
178. Abrasive paper
181. Actor, Laurence ... 183. Substitute (5-2)
187. Listing down
192. Music colleges
195. Raise standard of 199. Treated badly (3-4)
201. Police informer
202. Debauched party
203. Delete
204. Milk coffee style, ... latte
206. Hi!
207. Intended
208. Model, ... Macpherson
209. Serving platter
213. Wiry-haired dog, ... terrier
215. Rich
217. Earth's satellite
221. Browned off (3,2)
222. Grind down
223. Polluted air
224. Expends, ... up
225. Terminate
226. Execute (law)
228. Entertainingly
234. Enlivening (7,2)
236. Mooches
238. Dine
240. Spot
242. Fan
243. Scotsman's pouch
245. Work clothes
247. Stupid
248. Concentrated scent
250. Autocue
251. Mounts
253. Actor, Robert De ...
255. Pigmented eye membrane
257. Great ages
258. Eagerly expectant
261. Higher in rank
262. Banishes
265. Girl
266. Actor, Will ...
268. Brazilian dance, ... nova
269. Affable
275. Filled tortilla
276. In present state (2,2)
278. Singer, ... Cole (3,4)
280. Side of sofa
282. Oh dear!
283. Starkers
285. Slight
287. Caresses with lips
289. Nuclear devices (1-5)
290. Distress signal
291. African disease fly
292. Small insects
293. Unknown author
296. Baby wrap
297. Long films
299. Phantom
302. Beatles drummer
304. Love
305. Plumbing trap pipe (1-4)
306. Heat up
307. Crowd sound
308. Sponges
310. Root vegetables
312. Cab
313. Phoned
By Rob Foenander
Henry’s In Cash
■ In Cash is a journey through the music of Johnny Cash Australian outlaw country founding-figure and brooding baritone Henry Wagons will lean into the deep mythology and sound of the American Recordings Albums with his band The Tennessee Studs, re-creating the sonic depth, poise and ominous force of those songs, as if you were sitting with Johnny Cash in the control room, says a media release. Saturday, September 21 at the Athenaeum Theatre
Storytellers
■ Casey Radio 97.7fm presents its next Storytellers concert on October 6 in its new venue at the Cranbourne Bowls Club Melbourne award-winning, indie-folk singer-songwriter Cate Taylor will present a delicately crafted show of beautiful songs with a performance style that is authentic and engaging.
Accompanying Cate for this show will be Amla on fiddle and flute. Tickets at Trybooking
Nick’s new album
■ Further down the line is the new album from Nick Charles
This is Nick’s 10th solo album in a stellar career that has seen 13 US tours and him winning every conceivable award and accolade in Australian roots and blues music including Port Fairy Folk Festival Artist of the Year and the Age Blues album of the year.
- Rob Foenander
Paladino, Paulini and Piterman
■ The place to be this New Year’s Eve is with the Australian Pops Orchestra at Hamer Hall.
Some of Australia's favourite performers including Silvie Paladino, Paulini and Josh Piterman are joining John Foreman and the Australian Pops Orchestra for The New Year's Eve (& The Day Before) Gala Concerts on December 30 and 31.
This spectacular gala event, now in its 41st year at Hamer Hall, is packed with orchestral classics, traditional anthems, Broadway hits, all performed by a glittering line up of star performers.
Led by John Foreman, the Australian Pops Orchestra will again ignite the Hamer Hall stage in a stunning display of musicianship, celebration and laughter alongside the Dana Jolly Dancers’ choreography.
“The Australian Pops New Year's Eve Gala has become a Melbourne tradition. This year it is particularly special with not one but two performers - Silvie Paladino and Josh Piterman - who have graced the West End stages joining us along with the magnificent Paulini, who starred in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” said John Foreman.
“They will be singing songs from musicals we know and love including Sunset Boulevard, The Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables all backed by a magnificent 60-piece symphony orches-
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tra and fabulous dancers, resulting in a show that's uplifting, fun, and will send you into 2025 in the best way possible.”
This year's concerts will pack in more music and laughter than ever and include three performances –The Day Before on Monday December 30 at 2pm, New Year’s Eve matinee on Tuesday December 31 at 2pm and New Year's Eve on Tuesday December 31 at 8pm.
Audience members attending the New Year’s Eve 8pm performance can also purchase an add on ticket for a pre-show party that includes interval drinks and/or a ticket for a special after-show fireworks balcony party after the show with drinks, nibblies and one of the best views of Melbourne's fireworks.
For over 40 years, the Australian Pops Orchestra has presented a unique blend of popular classical and contemporary music to Australian audiences. They have performed alongside many of the world’s favourite singers including Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Peter Allen, Andrea Bocelli, Dame Joan Sutherland, Sir Cliff Richard, Ray Charles and many more. John Foreman’s Australian Pops Orchestra presents The New Year's Eve (& The Day Before) Gala Arts Centre Melbourne, Hamer Hall. 8pm, Tuesday, Decmeber 31. www.ticketek.com.au - Contributed
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Observations with Matt Bissett-Johnson
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CARLTON
You’re The Man
■ La Mama and Monstrous Theatre's season of Paul Mitchell’s hard-hitting exploration of family violence, You're The Man, is playing at La Mama Courthouse, Carlton until September 15.
Directed by Theresa Borg, designed by Filipe Filihia, with music by Simon Mason, Paul Mitchell’s new play is a story about the terrible damage caused by family violence and the journey to restoration of hope.
Seventeen-year-old Liam spends days locked in his room attempting to process the violent death of his brother at the hands of his father. What could lead Liam to rejoin the world beyond his bedroom door?
You're The Man is ultimately a story of hope. It challenges justifications men make for their behaviour, seeks paths of healing for victim-survivors, and shows the tenderness and strength possible in renewed masculinity.
You’re The Man is now on sale at lamama.com.au/whats-on/winter-2024/ youre-the-man/
- Cheryl Threadgold WARBURTON
Woman charged
■ Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives have charged a woman following a fatal collision in Warburton last Thursday (Sep. 5).
Emergency services were called to reports a cyclist had allegedly been struck along Surrey Rd about 11.15am.
The cyclist, an 81-year-old Mooroolbark man, was treated at the scene but could not be revived.
The driver of the car, a 30-year-old Warburton woman, was charged with dangerous driving causing death.
She was bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on September 11.
GREATER GEELONG
Fraud alleged
■ Detectives from the Financial Crime Squad late last week arrested a second man as part of their investigation into reports of suspected fraudulent activity targeting a Geelong based not for profit organisation genU
The 74-year-old Leopold man was arrested in Geelong on Thursday (Sep. 5). He was interviewed by police and subsequently released pending further enquiries.
Last month police executed a warrant at a residential address in Newtown
A 57-year-old Newtown man was interviewed on August 1 and subsequently released pending further enquiries.
The matter was initially reported to police by the organisation and an investigation commenced in February 2023, after they identified suspicious activity relating to accounts being wrongfully charged to the organisation.
The report was then assessed by police and an investigation commenced.
The activity is alleged to have occurred over about five years and involves several million dollars.
Detectives have obtained financial and business records from the organisation and these continue to be forensically assessed.
Investigators are keen to speak to anyone who may have knowledge of the matter and those responsible.
This information can also be provided to police anonymously.
PARKDALE
9 units attend
■ Fire Rescue Victoria responded to a structure fire at 1.40pm on Friday (Sep. 6) on Lower Dandenong Rd, Parkdale, after callers to Triple Zero reported a house fire.
Firefighters arrived on scene within three minutes to find two brick units, 20m by 20m each, fully involved with exposure to multiple units at the rear of the property.
A total of nine primary appliances, including two aerial appliances, responded to the incident. The incident is not being treated as suspicious.
TWO DOZEN RETAIL THIEVES ARRESTED
■ A new retail theft team has arrested two dozen of Melbourne’s most prolific alleged retail thieves in a little over a month.
The operation, called STAND, was launched in the Melbourne and Yarra council areas in July to target violent, aggressive and intimidating behaviour towards retail staff.
It sees a dedicated team of police work daily with major and independent retailers to identify thieves who threaten safety and hold them to account.
The ongoing operation has already led to 24 thieves being arrested – eight of them arrested twice.
There have been 478 charges laid, and around $97,000 worth of stolen goods seized.
This includes luxury perfumes, designer clothes and high-end skincare products.
Those arrested have allegedly stolen more than $200,000 worth of goods from CBD, Richmond and Collingwood stores this year alone.
Stolen items are typically on-sold for profit.
Key arrests include:
■ A 36-year-old man who was arrested on July 24 for allegedly stealing almost $100,000 worth of luxury clothes, handbags and beauty products from high end stores in the CBD over the last six months. When confronted by staff, the man allegedly became aggressive and verbally abusive. During search warrants, police located allegedly stolen luxury perfumes, designer clothes, high end skin care products and bedding. The Footscray man was charged with 41 offences including 35 counts of theft, handling stolen goods and dealing with the proceeds of crime. He was remanded to appear before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on September 6.
■ A 33-year-old man who was arrested on July 16 for allegedly stealing more than $3300 worth of products from supermarkets and liquor stores in the Richmond area. When approached by staff, the man would allegedly become verbally aggressive and physically intimidating. The Richmond man was charged with 15 counts of shoptheft was remanded until August 5.
■ A 45-year-old man who was arrested on August 20 for allegedly stealing almost $10,000 worth of goods from CBD clothing and liquor stores between July and August this year. Police will allege the man spat at retail staff when approached and would verbally threaten them with injury if they tried to intervene. The Prahran man was charged with 45 offences including aggravated assault, unlawful assault, shop steal, criminal damage, loiter with the intent to commit an indictable offence, assault with a weapon and threats to inflict serious injury. He was remanded to appear before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on September 2.
■ Wodonga Police are investigating a theft of a boat and trailer in West Wodonga on Sunday, September 1.
Statewide
■ A 27-year-old man who was arrested on August 29 after he allegedly stole more than $2000 worth of food and other products from multiple convenience stores in the CBD between July and August. When confronted by staff on July 29, the man allegedly armed himself with a large pair of scissors before taking off on foot. The Richmond man was charged with eight counts of shop steal and bailed to appear before Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on October 3.
As part of the operation, police have been using an online platform to engage regularly with 23 retailers who have multiple stores across the CBD
The platform – designed to streamline communication –means retailers can notify STAND directly when a nonurgent incident occurs.
The notification instantly provides police with important information such as CCTV and descriptions of offenders.
On top of responding to incidents, the STAND team has proactively attended more than 58 stores to engage with retail staff and deter theft.
This includes independent retailers who too are a priority of STAND
Operation STAND launched on July 15 and will remain ongoing in the Melbourne and Yarra areas.
Operation STAND Police Commander, Superintendent Brett Kahan said: “Retail theft might sound like a victimless crime, but that couldn’t be further from the truth.
“Retail staff have long been dealing with intimidating, aggressive and violent behaviour and it was time we took a stand against it.
“Because of STAND, 24 prolific and allegedly violent retail thieves have been arrested and we have more closely in our sights. To the people who think they can steal and use intimidation tactics to get away with it, know that your time is up, and you will be held to account.
“Everyone deserves to feel safe at work, so we will continue to run this operation until that is the case.”
NORTH CAULFIELD Fatal collision
■ Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man following a fatal collision in North Caulfield earlier this year.
It is alleged a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Lumeah and Balaclava Rds about 12 Noon on Sunday, February 25.
The pedestrian, a 94-yearold Caulfield North woman, died at the scene.
The driver, a 24-year-old Clyde North man, was interviewed by police and released pending further enquiries.
Investigators have since charged the man with dangerous driving causing death and careless driving.
He was bailed to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on September 9.
WEST GATE
Closures
■ The West Gate Tunnel Project will soon be one step closer to improving travel times between the city and Melbourne’s west, constructing an extra lane on the M80 entry ramp as the next stage of works to widen the West Gate Freeway from eight to 12 lanes.
Until 5am Monday, September 23, crews will undertake asphalting and other construction works on the ramp from the M80 Ring Road to the West Gate Freeway citybound – constructing an extra lane on the entry ramp.
Significant delays are expected, and drivers are advised to allow an extra 45 minutes travel time as motorists detour via Boundary Rd, Little Boundary Rd and Grieve Parade . Alternatively, they can take a later detour by making a U-turn at Kororoit Creek Rd along the Princes Freeway
It is understood the offender drove a car to a residential property on Condamine St about 12.53am.
The offender hooked the victim’s boat and trailer onto the vehicle and drove off.
The victim, a 78-year-old Wodonga man, arrived at the property at 8am and was shocked to discover his boat was no longer parked on his front lawn.
The boat is a white Stessco Skipper 429 with registration VB795. The registration of the trailer is B38245.
Investigators have released an image of the boat, along with CCTV footage of the incident and the vehicle which they are hoping to identify.
SEBASTOPOL
Ramming attempt
■ Police have arrested a man after an alleged attempted ramming of a police vehicle and subsequent pursuit in Sebastopol.
Officers caught sight of an allegedly stolen silver Toyota Hilux on Raglan St, about 1.45am.
The Toyota allegedly attempted to ram a police vehicle.
The driver allegedly failed to pull over and a pursuit was initiated.
The Toyota allegedly continued travelling at a fast rate of speed, and at times on the wrong side of the road, along Pleasant and Rippon Sts
The Toyota allegedly rammed a set of metal gates at a property on Grant St before the vehicle rolled on Jenkins Drive
Officers moved in swiftly and arrested a man. No one was injured.
A 28-year-old Delacombe man was in police custody and was to be interviewed.
Police allege that the Toyota Hilux was stolen from a Haddon address.
JAN JUC
Surfer rescued
■ Air Wing officers winched a surfer to safety after he failed to return to shore at Jan Juc on Saturday, August 31.
It is believed the surfer and four other mates were surfing off Jan Juc beach and attempted to return to shore when the male surfer began to struggle against the conditions just after 11am.
The surfer, a 21-year-old man was pushed to the rocks located near the Jan Juc carpark where he managed to climb up on a rock.
Police were called and winched the St Leonards man to safety.
Thankful for a tow back to shore, the man was uninjured and in good spirits when he was reunited with his mates about an hour after calling for assistance.
GROVEDALE
Driver charged
■ Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man following a crash in Grovedale
Police have been told a Holden Commodore wagon crashed into a pole on Torquay Rd about 3.15pm on Friday (Sep. 6).
A male passenger in the car was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver, a 29-year-old man from Charlemont, has been charged with dangerous driving.
The stolen boat
SCORES FROM WEEKEND MATCHES
Amateurs
■ Premiers. Collegians 12.12 (84) d Fiotzroy 11.6 (72). Old Xaverians 13.7 (85) d Old Scotch 11.10 (76). Old Melburnians 12.9 (81) d St Bernards 11.14 (80). University Blacks 11.11 (77) d University Blues 8.12 (60). Oldf Brighton 13.7 (85) d St Kevins 12.12 (84).
■ Premier Reserves. Fitzroy 21.13 (139) d Collegians 3.4 (22). Old Scotch 14.5 (89) d Old Xaverians 8.11 (59). Old Melburnians 12.6 (78) d St Bernards 10.13 (73). University Blacks 9.5 (59) d University Blues 6.11 (47). St Kevins 8.14 (62) d Old Brighton 9.5 (59).
■ Premier B. Old Haileybury v De La Salle. Old Trinity v Old Geelong.
■ Premier B Reserves. Old Trinity v De La Salle. Old Ivanhoe v Old Geelong.
■ Premier C. Old Carey 15.6 (96) d Hampton Rovers 11.11 (77). Parkdale Vultures 12.15 (87) d AJAX 5.13 (43).
■ Premier C Reserves. Parkdale Vultures 9.11 (65) d AJAX 6.6 (42). Hampton Rovers 8.13 (61) d Old Carey 8.11 (59).
■ Division 1. Parkside 9.12 (66) d UHS-VY 8.11 (59).
■ Division 1 Reserves. West Brunswick 9.11 (65) d Ormond 8.9 (57).
■ Division 1 Thirds. Old Xaverians 8.13 (61) d St Kevins 8.9 (57).
■ Division 1 Under 19. St Bernards 13.20 (98) d Old Haileybury 6.10 (46).
■ Division 2. Brunswick v South Melbourne Districts.
■ Division 2 Reserves. MHSOB v St Marys Salesian.
■ Division 2 North Thirds. Old Xaverians 6.9 (45) d Old Carey 4.6 (30).
■ Division 2 South Thirds. Mentone Panthers 14.10 (94) d De La Salle 5.8 (38).
■ Division 2 Under 19. University Blues 12.7 (79) d Parkdale Vultures 5.10 (40).
■ Division 3 Reserves. North Brunswick 7.16 (58) d Power House 7.5 (47). Richmond Central v St Johns.
■ Division 3 Under 19. Ormond v Preston.
■ Division 4 Under 19. Caulfield Grammarians 12.15 (87) d De La Salle 6.5 (41). St Marys Salesian 16.8 (104) d Beaumaris 10.8 (68).
Eastern
■ Premier Division Seniors. Balwyn 8.5 (53) d East Ringwood 7.8 (50).Rowville v South Croydon.
■ Premier Division Reserves. East Ringwood 6.0 (46) d Blackburn 5.8 (38).Vermont v Rowville.
■ Premier Under 19.5. Blackburn 11.8 (74) d East Ringwood 7.7 (49). Vermont v Berwick.
■ Division 1 Seniors. Park Orchards 12.3 (75) d Beaconsfield 9.13 (67).
■ Division 1 Reserves. Montrose 9.12 (66)
d Park Orchards 4.4 (38).
■ Division 1 Under 19.5. Surrey Park 7.9 (51) d South Belgrave 7.7 (49).
■ Division 2 Seniors. Mulgrave v Croydon.
■ Division 2 Reserves. East Burwood v Boronia.
■ Division 2 Under 19.5. Mulgrave v Waverley Blues.
■ Division 3 Seniors. Surrey Park 12.12 (84) d Donvale 12.10 (82).
■ Division 3 Reserves. Donvale 5.8 (38) d Surrey Park 5.6 (36).
■ Division 3 Under 19.5. Upper Ferntree Gully 9.9 (63) d Knox 8.6 (54).
■ Division 4 Seniors. Scoresby v Whitehorse Pioneers.
■ Division 4 Reserves. Scoresby v Croydon North MLOC.
■ Division 4 Under 19.5. Kilsyth v Blackburn.
Essendon
■ Premier Division Seniors. Pascoe Vale 15.14 (104) d Keilor 10.10 (70). Strathmore
v Greenvale.
■ Premier Division Reserves. Keilor v Strathmore. Aberfeldie v Pascoe Vale.
■ Premier Division Under 19.5. Strath-
more 16.10 (106) d Keilor 7.7 (49). Aberfeldie v Pascoe Vale.
■ Division 1 Seniors. West Coburg 11.16 (82) d St Albans 2.12 (24).
■ Division 1 Reserves. West Coburg 13.8 (86) d Hillside 11.9 (75).
■ Reserves. Tooradin-Dalmore 5.5 (35) d Phillip Island 3.14 (32).
with Kerry Kulkens
ARIES: (March 21- April 20)
Lucky Colour: Silver
Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 8,9,4,5
Lotto Numbers: 1,15,213,34,42,11, You might have to work a bit harder, but the benefits are there, and people need some of your expertise to get things done right. You will be delighted with the work that is well done.
TAURUS: (April 21- May 20)
Lucky Colour: Cream
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 7,4,3,5, Lotto Numbers: 1,14,23,34,42,11, Most seem to be able to achieve the impossible, and there could be more gains than losses. Love relationships bring offers of commitment.
GEMINI: (May 21- June 21)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 8,9,4,5 Lotto Numbers: 8,4,5,23,31,22, Most will be charging their batteries, so now is an excellent time to ask for favours from those in a position to further your cause. A love interest could enter your life unexpectedly.
CANCER: (June 22- July 22)
Lucky Colour: Dark Blue
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 7,8,4,5, Lotto Numbers: 1,14,24,34,45,33, A career or financial break could make this a profitable period. Most will be offered all sorts of things. Choose selectively and watch overdoing the celebrations.
LEO: (July 23- August 22)
Lucky Colour: Violet
Lucky Day: Sunday
Racing Numbers: 6,7,3,4, Lotto Numbers: 3,5,23,31,11,10, Travel can bring a lot of pleasure and a change of scenery to recharge your batteries. Be careful that someone else’s trouble doesn’t make you change your plans.
VIRGO: (August 23- September 23)
Lucky Colour: Blue
Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 7,8,3,4, Lotto Numbers: 2,4,5,6,14,45, A party at your place is possible, and a hectic schedule may affect your social life. Changes are about to occur and could also affect your work situation.
LIBRA: (September 24- October 23)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 7,8,3,4, Lotto Numbers: 1,15,24,28,35,45, You should be able to get all the cooperation you need in your new endeavours. It will mean more responsibility, but there is also a big chance to make a more significant gain than you have made before.
SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22)
Lucky Colour: Orange
Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 7,8,9,4, Lotto Numbers: 1,15,2,334,42,33, Things are moving fast, and you could be making massive changes regarding career advancements. Someone might be instrumental in your good luck without your awareness.
SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December 20)
Lucky Colour: Pink
Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 7,8,3,4, Lotto Numbers: 1,15,23,34,45,5 It is one of those periods in which you must do things yourself to ensure everything is done correctly. You might be pushed into making decisions when you are not ready.
CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19)
Lucky Colour: Mauve
Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 6,4,7,3, Lotto Numbers: 1,15,23,34,45,5, You should be able to show a few disbelievers how it is done during the next few weeks. Bright new ideas are coming from everywhere, and you can benefit from them.
AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19)
Lucky Colour: Cream
Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 7,8,4,3, Lotto Numbers: 1,15,23,34,41,22, If you are prepared to go after the things you need, you will soon get them. Most will be in the mood for love but don’t push aside the known for the unknown.
PISCES: (February 20- March 20)
Lucky Colour: Fawn
Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 1,4,2,3, Lotto Numbers: 1,14,23,34,41,22, Gains on all levels are indicated, so push your luck. Emotional affairs should now settle, and most could find themselves heading in a new direction.
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Judge Frank Gucciardo said the former physical education teacher had been involved in men’s rights forums which encouraged males to dominate and mainuplate women.
Melody was a former Salvation Army pastor, and was now estranged from his wife. He has to date spent three years on remand. He will be registered as a s ex offender for life.
Death at hospital
■ The Herald Sun reports that a man in cardiac arrest died at Ringwood’s Maroondah Hospital, whilst a paramedic team was delayed with a non-urgent patient.
Journalist Sarah Booth reported that the Hospital staff insisted that the crew wait with the non-urgent patient in the emergency waiting room.
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An official opening event was held on Saturday, August 17. Hays Paddock Playground was originally opened in 1998 as one of Australia’s first ever all abilities playgrounds.
“It was a real trailblazer for its time, sparked by a community movement led by two local mothers who identified the need for a public playground where access and inclusivity for children of all abilities was at the forefront,” a Boroondara Council representative said.
“This legacy lives on in the newly redeveloped playground. More than $2.7 million was invested for this iconic playground’s renewal, and the new play space continues to prioritise side-by-side play opportunities for all children.”
Inclusive features include:
■ ramp access into and throughout the timber play unit suitable for children in wheelchairs
■ an adult swing seat and a high-backed toddler swing seat for people with disability (similar to the previous playground)
■ a new accessible carousel sand and water play zones designed with various features to cater for children with mobility challenges
■ compic graphic communication boards throughout the playground
■ better access throughout the entire playground space.
Business Awards
■ Maroondah Business Excellence Award winners were announced at a Gala Dinner on Thursday, August 29, at Karralyka in Ringwood East Category award winners for 2024 are:
■ Retail and Hospitality - Empowering Beauty
■ Professional Services - 21 Logistics Group and A Plus Optometry (co-winners)
■ Construction, Trades and Related Supply Chain - Coy’s Constructions
■ Innovation, Sustainability and Enterprise
- Sustainnovate
■ Education, Training, Health and Lifestyle
- Footlab+
Mayor of Maroondah, Cr Kylie Spears, said the awards acknowledge the important role that businesses play in the local community and economy.
“Maroondah is home to more than 10,000 businesses that employ over 48,700 people and contribute almost $20.1 billion into our economy and community every year.
““I congratulate all of this year’s finalists and winners, and look forward to celebrating the continued success and strengths of all Maroondah businesses,” Cr Spears said.
Sport UNDERWOOD STAKES LATEST
■ If the nominations, so far for the Underwood Stakes to be run at Caulfield on September 14 continues, it is shaping up as a beauty.
Some of the best going around in Australia are likely to compete in the popular Group One race.
The early market has the champion mare Pride of Jenni surprisingly at the big odds of 10/ 1.
Now seven, she is real class and will be hard to beat over the 1800 metres at Caulfield
On the early market with Neds Betting, the favourite is the Sydney galloper, the former international, Via Sistina, who is taking all before her in Australia, she is being quoted at $4.80.
Her trainer Chris Waller has her right on song, and is the one to beat.
She won in great style taking out the Winx Stakes at Randwick, she is racing in great form.
The top Victorian mare, Pride of Jenni, has surprisingly got out to double each way odds, after being out for a bit of a spell.
But the way she races and what she did in the Queen Elizabeth she has got to be hard to beat. She has been outstanding in each win that she has had.
She was a little disappointing in the Memsie, but she will atone.
Then we have Mr Brightside, who as you may recall was just nutted in last year’s Cox Plate at the Valley.
Then he was a good second first up in the Memsie to Caulfield
He’s all class, and has raced against the best at all times in the last couple of years.
He will be punching here and he is being quoted at $ 5. He will be right in this.
Next is the former international mare, Place Du Carrousel, who had excellent form before arriving on our shores.
Now with the powerful Freedman Stable at Flemington, she is starting to hit her straps, and ran a good second to Via Sistina, only beaten a half head at Rosehill in the Group One Ranvet over 1200 metres. One to keep your eye on here.
She will be joined by her stablemate, last year’s Caulfield and Melbourne Cup winner, Without A Fight, returning after a lengthy spell.
The journey here of 1800 metres is just a little bit short for him, but he will run a big race here.
Next is another smart type in the Annabel Neasham trained Fawkner Park, a good winner at Eagle Farm going back to June 15h in the HKJC World Pool Q22
He accounted for a good field and won in fine style, there are big raps on hm
Now a six-year-old, he has got a bit of class about him, one to watch.
The good mare Atishu, with Chris Waller, has had a lot of racing and could be feeling the pinch.
Admittingly she was up in class in the Winx Stakes, but she failed to run on behind Via Sistina, and would need to find something.
One that could surprise here is the good mare, Joliestar, prepared by Chris Waller.
A model of consistency she won in good style at Randwick and is most consistent.
Ted Ryan
She will get in with a reasonable weight and could run the place.
One that has come on is the Peter MoodyCatherine Coleman trained Autumn Angel, going back to April she surprised by winning the
Australian Oaks in fine style at Randwick and is good. Peter and Catherine have a big opinion of her.
She is by a good sire, and racehorse, The Autumn Sun. But I think there are others who may be too strong.
I am sticking with Via Sistina, Pride of Jenni, and Mr Brightside.
Irish mare tackles
■ The good Irish mare, Magical Zoe, after a brilliant win in the Ebor Handicap over 2780 metres at York is coming for the Melbourne Cup.
The win gives the mare and her connections a chance to run in the Melbourne Cup claiming the “Win and Youre In” chance in a great win for her connections and leading trainer, Henry
De Bromhead. De Bromhead confirmed that the mare would run in the Melbourne Cup along with the Willie Mullins Pair, Vauban and Absurde.
Vauban, favoruite for the Cup last year, failed to fire with connections claiming the track beat him last year, but he is going to have another crack again this year.
A versatile performer he las won jumping races over long journeys.
His stablemate Absurde, who finished seventh last year, will have another crack at the race for trainer, Willie Mullins
There could be another who may join them in Grosvenor Square, prepared by the top man, Aidan O’Brien
Back to Magical Zoe, her trainer Henry De Bromhead feels that she has an excellent chance of winning our Cup or running the place.
The introduction last year of the first ever International Golden Ticket into the Lexus Melbourne Cup via the Ebor Handicap, received an overwhelmingly positive reaction and builds on many years of star performers at York’s Flagship, Sky Bet Ebor Festival progressing to race at the Spring Carnival.
This fabulous global partnership saw Absurde win under Frankie Dettori at York, as mentioned running seventh in the Melbourne Cup last year, Howeverhave they worked out as to how they can win our Cup this year, with Vauban at his second try.
His owner, Rich Ricci, was more than happy with his win, in the Group 2 Lonsdale Cup at York, pleasing his connections.
- Ted Ryan
● ● ● ● Annabel Neasham. Racing Photos.
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● The Welsh cottages at Brighton, reconstucted as ‘Pen-y-bryn’, the home of Lloyd Tayler, Brighton. Circa 1890
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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE & OPTUS MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION (INCLUDING 5G) ON: LIGHT POLE FACILITY (POLE #1811700), BEACH ROAD, BLACK ROCK, VIC 3193 - RFNSA SITE NO. 3193004
1. The proposed facility consists of the addition of new Optus and Vodafone equipment and associated works as follows (including 5G): Replace antenna mounts with new clamp mounts on existing monopole
Removal of two (2) panel antennas
Installation of one (1) tri-cluster antenna (less than 1.5m in length)
Installation of nine (9) remote radio units (560mm x 308mm x 149mm)
Installation of two (2) GPS
The installation and removal of ancillary equipment including but not limited to transceivers, antenna mounts, feeders, cabling, combiners, diplexers, signage, mha and fibre, reconfiguration of existing equipment on the facility and in the existing equipment shelter
2. Optus & Vodafone regards the proposed installation as exempt under the Victoria Planning Provisions (VPP) based on the description above.
3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: communityconsultation@ventia.com or Level 1, South Tower, 10 Browning Street, West End QLD 4101 Australia by COB Wednesday, 18 September 2024.
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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE & OPTUS
MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION (INCLUDING 5G) ON 65-67 QUEENS ROAD, MELBOURNE, VIC 3004 RFNSA SITE NO. 3000050
1. The proposed facility consists of the addition of new Optus and Vodafone equipment and associated works as follows (including 5G):
The replacement of six (6) passive antenna mounts with new longer antenna mounts
The removal of six (6) panel antennas
The installation of four (4) panel antennas (no more than 2.7m in length)
The installation of two (2) IPAA panel antennas (no more than 2.0m in length)
The installation of six (6) active antenna units
The installation of four (4) radio remote unit mounts on the main mast pole
The installation of twenty (20) radio remote units
The installation of two (2) GPS
The provision of ten (10) future radio remote units
The removal and installation and of ancillary equipment including but not limited to: transceivers, antenna mounts, feeders, cabling, combiners, diplexers, signage, and other associated equipment on the facility and in the existing equipment shelter
2. Optus & Vodafone regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”) based on the description above.
3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: communityconsultation@ventia.com or Level 1, South Tower, 10 Browning Street, West End QLD 4101 Australia by COB Wednesday, 18 September 2024.
PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE AN EXISTING TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION IN TOORAK SOUTH WEST
Telstra plans to upgrade a telecommunications facility, 512 Toorak Road, Toorak, VIC 3142 (RFNSA No. 3142003)
1. The proposed facility consists of the following to improve Telstra’s mobile phone network, including 4G / 5G:
Removal of eight (8) existing panel antennas
Installation of six (6) new panel antennas attached and mounted at a maximum height of 45.9m above the existing 44.1m high rooftop (on top of the lift motor room)
Ancillary equipment to be installed including remote radio units, tower mounted (including 4G/5G)
2. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a ‘Low impact’ Facility under the Telecommunications (Low Impact Facilities) Determination 2018, based on the description above. The proposed infrastructure will comply with the ACMA EME regulatory arrangements
3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: Planning Consultant on behalf of Telstra, via email to planning.vic@servicestream.com.au, phone: 03 9937 6555, via post to Planning Consultant, Servicestream, PO Box 14570, Melbourne, VIC 8001 by 5pm, Tuesday 24 September 2024.
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Applicant name: URBAN EDGE CONSULTANTS
The Land affected by this application is located at: 114 BRADFORD ROAD MOUNT MARTHA LOT 9 LP 7096 VOL 8459 FOL 004
The application is for a permit to: DEVELOP A DWELLING (DOUBLE STOREY), A FENCE, AND VARY RESTRICTIVE COVENANT AF952557W AFFECTING THE LAND DESCRIBED AS LOT 9 ON PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 007096 ON VOL 8459 FOL 004 BY AMENDING ITEM (A) (BUILDING ENVELOPES) BY REPLACING BUILDING HEIGHTS FIXED BY AUSTRALIAN HEIGHT DATUM (AHD) LEVEL ‘115.50’ WITH NEW LEVELS.
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Application reference number: P24/0370
Applicant name: PROSSOR TOWN PLANNING
The Land affected by this application is located at: LOT 31 LP 112532 VOL 9068 FOL 651
The application is for a permit to: DEVELOP AN OUTBUILDING AND REMOVE RESTRICTIVE COVENANT K532993 AFFECTING THE LAND DESCRIBED AS LOT 31 ON PS 112532 VOL 09068 FOL 651
The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before: 18 SEPTEMBER 2024
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