Ob 04jun14 ez by Ash Long

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 37

e urn lbo Me

ver N ser IO Ob T C SE 3

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Observer Showbiz Every Week in the Melbourne Observer

Radio: Passing of Peter Jeppesen ........................ Page 38 Theatre: Celtic Illusion review by Cat McGregor ............ P39 Country Music: Rob Foenander’s column ................... Page 38 Showbiz Stop Press: Latest radio ratings ......................... Page 41 Cheryl Threadgold: Melb’s best local theatre news ........... Page 43 OVATT”S MEGA CRO PL US THE LLO PLUS CROSS SWORD

GREAT BODDY OF WORK Teleny: tackle out

● Jackson Raine (top) and Tom Byers in Teleny. ■ This week Sebastian Faulks said: "Making books into films and plays is very fraught and it seldom works.” This production supports that argument. Teleny, the novel, allows the reader to imagine their own characters and couplings. Here the audience has no need for imagination and with stage nudity comes the risk the audience may stop watching the characters and concentrate on the performers' diction and accents. But regardless of the novel-to-play argument, this play has endurance in spades. The program mentions a rehearsed reading but not a workshop production; my kingdom for a dramaturg. At its core, Teleny is a love story between two men but telling it briefly is not explored. This production carries warnings about nudity, strong language and simulated sex but nothing about verbosity and an absence of wit. The running time of more than three hours is testing for the audience but testament to the strength and skill of the director, cast and crew. The fact that high standards were maintained throughout speaks volumes for their expertise and enthusiasm. The lovers Camille (Tom Byers) and Teleny (Jackson Raine) were outstanding. It was a superb effort from a young Byers to achieve such sustained quality in so demanding a role. Camille's mother (Frederique Fouche) looked and sounded divinely French by both artistry and birth. The staging did much for the continuity of the play. New works are welcome but should be rehearsed to death first so that the script is ready to roll, tackle in or out. Produced by: Fly-On-The-Wall Theatre. Playwright: Barry Lowe. Director: Robert Chuter Venue: Chapel off Chapel. Until June 15 - Review by Cenarth Fox

Star Bursts ■ Former Channel 7 weatherman Grant Denyer is to host the new generation of game show Family Feud on Network Ten. It is rumoured that the show will go to air in the 6pm timeslot on Channel 10, against the hour-long news broadcasts on Channels 7 and 9. ■ The Songs They Sang is a musical narrative of the Vilna Ghetto, Lithuania during the Holocaust. It involves a feature documentary, a CD, a concert based on the music, a comprehensive website and an education kit based on the film and CD put together by St Kilda resident Anna Monea. The documentary (94mins) will be screened at The Backlot Studio, 65 Haig St, Southbank, from June 1128. ■ Classic Cinemas Elsternwick will screen Australian director Gracie Otto’s new documentary The Last Impresario at 4pm on Sunday, Jule 22. It looks at theatre and film producer Michael White. Proceeding the screening Gracie will partake in a Q&A to discuss her film.

By ASH LONG

● Michael Boddy in a 1964 episode of Homicide ■ Michael Boddy, one of the pioneers of the first decade of television in Melbourne, has died, aged 80. Boddy was one of the first children’s show personalities in Melbourne when ATV-0 opened in August 1964, 50 years ago. He also acted in early episodes of Australian television drama such as Homicide. Born on March 8, 1934, in England, his theatrical works included Age of Consent (1969), Dead Men Running (1971) and Redheap (1972). He was raised in the Yorkshire village of Baldersby, the son of a vicar. He was a student of the Bible, and of the hymns of the Church of England. He thoroughly loved wordplay, theatre and language. Michael Boddy arrived in Tasmania in 1959, and his first wife Margaret became a well-known television personality. He moved from being a teacher, and in 1964 worked with the Emerald Hill Theatre. One of his first television roles was in The Brand (episode 23 of Homicide) after roles in Consider Your Verdict and They Found A Cave. He was host of Crackerjack. Further TV roles included The Magic Boomerang, The Tribulations Of Mr Dupont Momone, Contradbandits, Hunter, Skippy, Ned Kelly, Matlock Police, Catwalk and Rush. Boddy wrote columns for The Canberra Times and The Australian, and six books. He wrote children’s programs for the ABC, and collaborated on productions of Hamlet On Ice, Biggles, Cash and Cradle of Hercules. he enjoyed music hall and vaudeville. With second wife Janet, who he married in 1968, and they moved to the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, where he published The Binalong Bugle. Michael Boddy is survived by Janet, children Daniel and Catherine, grandchildren Christopher, Jesse, Sam, Emily, Phoebe and William. Another son, Marcus, predeceased him. His ashes will be laid at the family property, Scribble Rock.

Cutting Boys

● Nicholas Colla and Nigel Langley in The Cutting Boys at La Mama Theatre until June 8. Photo: Sarah Walker ■ Writer-director Daniel Lammin's uncompromising new work The Cutting Boys, inspired by a horrific true story, is playing at La Mama Theatre until June 8. Yuri and Max are best friends, two ordinary 20-somethings, living ordinary twenty-something lives ... until they do something very wrong. Daniel says the play was inspired by an incident in Russia in 2009, involving two young men who committed an unspeakable act against a teenage girl. "When I read about the case, I was horrified, not just by what they did, but that they were around the same age I was at the time," he says. "I began writing The Cutting Boys in a mad burst of energy, mostly to somehow comprehend how anyone my age could conceive of doing anything like that." Daniel finds himself drawn to exploring the actions of pairs of violent young men, including the Columbine massacre and the murders of Matthew Shepard and James Bulger. "This is more out of confusion than curiosity, a need to understand how something like this can happen," says Daniel. Daniel hopes audiences will leave The Cutting Boys wanting to talk about the questions it asks, about masculinity, about violence against women, about youth and mental health. Also about our relationship with violence, both as a society and as a form of storytelling, about other questions not yet considered. "You won't find the answers in the show, but it will hopefully provoke thought and discussion." Performance Season: Until June 8 Venue: La Mama Theatre, 205 Faraday St, Carlton Times: Wed, Sun 6.30pm; Thu, Fri, Sat 7.30pm Tickets: $25 Full | $15 Concession Bookings: www.lamama.com.au or 9347 6142 - By Cheryl Threadgold with Deborah Marinaro

Showbiz Briefs

● Michael Boddy with Reg livermore, 1966.

■ Opening night of The Speechmaker, produced by the Melbourne Theatre Company, is being held at the Arts Centre Melbourne: Playhouse. Previews started last weekend. It continues until July 5. ■ Todd McKenney played his one-man show at Warrnambool and Frankston over the weekend. He next plays Grease in Perth, then another one-man show Mirror Ball early next year. ■ More than 3000 students from 200 Victorian schools will set perform hits from Queen, Katy Perry, Lorde, Led Zeppelin, the Eurythmics in this year’s Victorian State Schools Spectacular on September 13 at Hisense Arena. ■ New Melbourne theatre company Q44 is currently rehearsing for its upcoming production of Orphans starring Ashley Mckenzie, Mark Davis and Gareth Reeves, reports AussieTheatre.com.au

Page 38 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Observer Showbiz

Radio Confidential News from stations from around Victoria

Radiothons set to raise cash

Country Crossroads info@country crossroads.com.au Big Breakfast Show. Southern FM 88.3. Tues. 6am-9am.

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Rob Foenander

Mildura ready ■ The Mildura Country Music Festival will run from Friday September 26 to and including Sunday October 5 this year. Not only will there be continuous music on offer over the three days, but the prestigious Australian Independent Country Music Awards, or Southern Stars as they are also known, will take place.

Alone with ‘Chess’ ■ Australian music legend Johnny ‘Chess’ Chester just keeps on producing great work with his new single titled Alone. He describes it as taking him away from his normal style of things. Nevertheless, it's right up there with some of his other timeless hits. Chess's version of the Hokey Pokey was also one of his early career hits. The new track Alone is available on iTunes.

‘Here’s To You And I’ ■ The McClymont Sisters - Brooke, Sam and Mollie - will release their new and fourth album, Here's To You And I, on July 4th. The multi-talented sisters from Grafton have come a long way since they first joined together in song seven years ago. They have released 16 singles and three albums, won two ARIAAwards (including Best Country Album), eight Golden Guitar Awards and an APRA Award. The sisters have also been regular performers at the annual Carols by Candlelight concerts at the Myer Music Bowl.

Tim at Pascoe Vale RSL

■ It is radiothon time for some of Melbourne’s community radio stations. 3CR is Melbourne’s original community station. It was formed in 1976, and will hold its donor drive until June 15. Listeners to 855AM are asked to ‘Join The Resistance’ and pledge gifts of cash, cheque or credit card payments. Details: 3cr.org.au Plenty Valley FM, serving the Whittlesea and Nillumbik municipalities in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, will hold its appeal this Saturday (June 7). The Mill Park station is asking former presenters who have moved to bigger things to supporting the place that gave them their start.

‘Nicko’ with the bizzo ■ Radio veteran Ian Nicholls was a guest on Raf Epstein’s 774 ABC Drive program on Monday (June 2), speaking about the Beatles. ‘Nicko’ interviewed members of the group at Melbourne's Southern Cross Hotel 50 years ago. Ian also appeared yesterday (Tues.) with Denis Scanlan on Pulse 94.7 Geelong. Of the tape of the interview, ‘Nicko’ told his social media mates: “You may cringe at the affected voice and dumb questions.”

■ Tim Farren and band will perform this Friday (June 6) at the Pascoe Vale RSL. The popular singer songwriter has a number of country music awards to his name and is currently producing his next album. - Rob Foenander

■ Peter Lewis was commisioned by Malcolm Turnbull to audit the efficiency of the ABC and SBS. Radio Today says Lewis is the former Chief Financial Officer of Seven West Media and was recently appointed CFO of Southern Cross Austereo.

r Observbei z Show

● Ian Nicholls

On This Day Friday Wednesday Thursday June 5 June 6 June 4 ■ US actor Dennis Weaver, of Gunsmoke, was born in 1924. He died aged 81 in 2006. US Tex-Mex singer Freddy Fender was born in 1937. He died aged 69 in 2006. Rob E G (Robert Porter), Australian musician is 72. Actress Angelique Jolie is 39 (1975).

■ US actor Bill Hayes (Days Of Our Lives) is 88 (1926). Nutritionist Rose-mary Stanton was born in 1944 (70). Actress Joanna Lockwod was born on this day. Musician Kenny G is 58 (1956). Aussie actress Toni Pearon is 42

■ English cricketer Frank Tyson was born in 1930 (84). Businessman Rene Rivkin was born in China in 1944. He died aged 60 in 2005. Actor Andrew McFarlane was born in Albany, WA, in 1951. Footy reporter Caroline Wilson is 54.

COMMUNITY STATIONS ASK LISTENERS TO HELP

Passing of ‘Jeppo’

● Doug Jordan, who co-presented City Limits on 3CR on Wednesday mornings for 14 years, has died. He was 63. Doug had been a community activist for many years, a member of many left groups and a confirmed unionist.

Memories of Hookesy

● David Hookes ■ Observer reader Helen Letos writes: "I was sad to read in last week's publication, that 3AW's Sports Today is floundering in the ratings. “I enjoy the program, and like, and have a lot of time for Gerard Healy, but the show lost its most entertaining personality when dear Hookesy lost his life." ■ Cricket great David Hookes died 10 years ago, on January 19, 2004.

Radio Briefs ■ 3PBS 106.7 is giving away a classic red Vespa PX-150 scooter in its Radio Festival that continues until June 30. ■ 1116 SEN is offering a special onlin subscription deal to Inside Football newspaper, which it owns. Internet subscribers receive it on Tuesday, two days before the paper hits the news-stands. ■ Philip Brady is due to celebrate his 75th birthday on Monday week, June 16.

To travel overseas

● Peter Jeppesen ■ Tributes for his life’s work, including more than two decades as a Scout leader at Clifton Hill, have been published for ABC newsman Peter Jeppesen who has died at age 69 after a long illness. He was part of the first PM program broadcast in 1969.

Goodbye Geelong

■ Chris Rieger is finishing at Bay-FM and K-Rock in Geelong, and heading back to Brisbane to join the on-air team at Magic 882 as a weekend presenter early this month, reports Greg Newman of Jocks Journal.

■ Mike Doyle, of Mixx FM SWan Hill, is leaving the station to travel overseas.

● Mike Doyle

● Carl Rieger Melbourne

Observer

Saturday June 7

Sunday June 8

Monday June 9

Tuesday June 10

■ Actress Jessica Tandy was born in London in 1909. She died aged 85 in 1994. US singer and actor Dean Martin was born in 1917. He died aged 78 in 1995. Singer Tom Jones was born in Wales in 1940 (79). Actor Liam Neeson was born in 1952 (62).

■ We remember. American comedienne Joan Rivers was born in New York in 1933 (81). Singer Nancy Sinatra was born in 1940 (73). She recorded Something Stupid with her father Frank in 1967.

■ US songwriter Cole Porter was born in 1891. He died aged 72 in 1964. Motoring writer Peter Wherrett was born in 1946. He died aged 72 in 2009. Actor Michael J Fox is 53 (1961). US actor Johnny Dep was born in Kentucky in 1963 (51).

■ Judy Garland was born as Frances Gumm in 1922. She died aged 46 in 1969. New Zealand-born TV-radio comedian Tony Martin was born in 1964 (50). Radio man Kyle Sandilands is 43. Fashion designer Paula Stafford was born in 1920 (94).

Thanks to GREG NEWMAN of Jocks Journal for assistance with birthday and anniversary dates. Jocks Journal is Australia’s longest running radio industry publication. Find out more at www.jocksjournal.com

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

ShowBiz!

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 39

Observer Showbiz

Celtic Illusion

● Anthony Street with dancers in Celtic Illusion ■ What is it about 30 pairs of feet tapping in absolute unison that gets your blood flowing? On Friday, theatregoers at The Palms, Crown Melbourne, were to find out, when they were treated to a fabulous night of entertainment from the dance show Celtic Illusion, where Irish dancing meets grand scale illusions, amongst the sparkle of sequins, strobe lights and smoke machines. Celtic Illusion could almost be the love-child of Michael Flatley and David Copperfield, but is actually the creation of Melbourne-based dancer Anthony Street. If you are a lover of Irish culture you can rest assured that Irish dance is alive and flourishing in the hands of Street and Celtic Illusion. Street earned his stripes as principal dancer in Flatley's Lord Of The Dance and one can see why; his skill and charisma enchanted from his first grand entrance. Assistant choreographer Peta Anderson was his equal as female lead, making those spritely leaps and elphin leg kicks look effortless. Together they led a terrific ensemble of A-grade dancers, who were clearly having the time of their lives. The contemporary Celtic score by Angela Little, whose ouevre includes the score to Baz Luhrmann's Australia, was perfect for the performance, with its modern take on Irish musical traditions. The instrumental and voice solos added to the texture and pace of the show. Which brings me to the illusions. The grand scale stage magic was a sparkling addition and suited the show's Vegas style. Yet the real magic was in the dancing - that tight, explosive choreography and those perfectly executed moves, from the first dramatic opening to the final hand clapping, foot tapping encore. - Review by Catherine McGregor

Veritas Vitriol ■ Why is 3MBS-FM, Melbourne fine music station, under the impression that it will raise more cash for its radiothon by breaking normal format, and having its presenter ad lib their way through their programs? Many of the volunteer broadcasters are simply not made for light chatter. Some of it was ‘turn-off’ radio, which is surely not the best way to earn much-needed finances. ■ Veteran ABC radio commentary team of David Morrow and Warren Ryan have been suspended from calling games as their Sydney station's management investigates allegations that a racist remark went to air last week. The investigation follows a reference made on air by Ryan during the broadcast of the round 11 NRL match between the Sydney Roosters and Canterbury Bulldogs late last month, reports Greg Newman of Jocks Journal. ■ Rocky Horror Show is continuing to wow full houses at the Comedy Theatre. Narrator Tony Farrell looks increasingly ‘at home’. ■ The ABC is to pause the new series of Spicks And Specks. It is failing to win expected audience numbers.

TV, Radio, Theatre Latest Melbourne show business news - without fear or favour

Bloomsday event ■ Bloomsday In Melbourne, in collaboration with the Brighton Theatre Company, presents Ulysses Prestissimo, an original adaptation of James Joyce's comic masterpiece Ulysses, on June 16. The celebration of Bloomsday began in Dublin in 1954, and has since become an international phenomenon, with Bloomsday In Melbourne generating a reputation for ground-breaking theatre based on Joyce's fiction for over 20 years. This year's performance is part of the Bayside Literary Series 2014 'Words by the Bay' and will be presented at the Brighton Theatre at the Brighton Arts and Cultural Centre. Directed by Wayne Pearn, and written and produced by Bloomsday In Melbourne Inc., the two hour vaudeville-style

● Drew Tingwell (Leopold Bloom) and Cathy Kohlen (his wife Molly).Photo: Bernard Peasley 18+ comedy tells for the sociated Bloomsday first time the whole story events including the semiof June 16, 1904 in just un- nar Ulysses Lento, the play Ulysses Prestissimo der two hours. In this new adaptation, and The Bloomsday Dina cast of nine will play ner at the White Rabbit eighty roles. Drew Restaurant, Brighton, Tingwell, nephew of the visit www.bloomsdayin late Charles 'Bud' melbourne.org.au/ Tingwell, will take the role bookings of Leopold Bloom, with Cathy Kohlen as his un- or phone Bob on 9898 2900. Bookings essential. faithful wife - Cheryl Threadgold For bookings for all as-

Circus Showcase ■ The National Institute of Circus Arts is presenting its annual Circus Showcase from July 2-5 at the custom built National Circus Centre in Prahran. This year, two distinct cabaret-style performances have been created, one called Rouge and the other Blanc. Each show will be performed three times throughout the six show season, and feature half of NICA's 20 final year students presenting their circus specialties in unique and diverse ways. Attend one (or both) shows to see the incredible range of talent from Australia's future circus stars. Individual narratives will be presented to showcase the students’ chosen circus specialties, as a culmination of their study so far in Australia’s only Bachelor of Circus Arts. These artists will test the limits of physical strength with an eclectic mix of circus skills including: Aerial Cube, Aerial Straps, Chinese Pole, Contortion, Duo and Single Rope, German Wheel, Hand Balancing, Head Balancing, Head Trapeze, Hula Hoops, Juggling, Roué Cyr, Single Point Trapeze, Tight-wire, Tissu, Tumbling and Unicycle. Performances: July 2 - 5 Venue: NICA Circus Centre, 39-59 Green St., Prahran. For full information re performance times, tickets and bookings, visit: www.nica.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

● Jacob Pruden in Love Taps ■ Love Taps at La Mama Courthouse played to a packed audience on Thursday (May 29). This wonderful play was written by Anna Lall, who has written plays that have been performed around Australia. The story humorously examines the strong bonds that are formed between a football coach and his star players. "A love tap is the bit of a nudge you give your opposite number behind the play" The play opens when the three amigos arrive with their coach for drinks served by the tolerant Wanda. Jesse, Gavin and Mitch are footy ‘buddies’ and the conversation starts by following the usual direction. Coach Nigel keeps the boys in line. However the direction changes when star full- forward, Jesse announces that he is coming out as a gay role model on 60 Minutes. This leads to conversation where home truths are examined. The story presents us with the many issues that young men face and their attempt to overcome these and find close bonds of brotherhood. The star footballers are complex characters. Jesse (Jacob Pruden) presents a character quite comfortable with who he is. Gavin (Thomas Kay) is presented with a surprise dilemma and Mitch ( JD Nelson) is loud and aggressive, hiding a much softer side. Coach Nigel played strongly by Andrew Brown handles the situations that evolve. The strong cast are ably supported by Wanda (Katharine Innes) and Lee (Shannon Woollard). Shannon Woollard directs and choreographs a well paced, humorous and interesting production. Towards the end of the play there are some tender and hilarious moments between characters. At times the dialogue was slightly inaudible. Every word of this well written play deserves to be heard by the audience. Shannon Woollard and Maus White's set and Lapin Blanc's lighting worked very well. Congratulations to all involved for an excellent piece of theatre. The audience and front of house staff at La Mama provided a warm, friendly atmosphere making us all feel welcome. Performance Season: Until June 8. Wednesday and Sunday 6.30pm, Thursday Friday, Saturday 7.30pm Venue: La Mama Courthouse, 349 Drummond Street, Carlton. Tickets: $25/ $15 Bookings; www.lamama.com.au - Review by Jill Page

Showbiz Briefs ● Phoebe Carlson will perform in NICA's annual Circus Showcase.

The Motion of Light in Water ■ This July, multi-award winning Melbourne company Elbow Room presents The Motion Of Light In Water as part of Theatre Works Selected Works 2014. Commissioned by Hothouse Theatre, this queer sci-fi love story with a journey into the imaginative possibilities of science fiction, inspired by the life and work of a truly original and subversive figure, Samuel R. Delany

Love Taps

and acclaimed poet, Marilyn Hacker. Directed by Marcel Dorney, the cast features Ray Chong Nee, Laura Maitland , Emily Tomlins, Paul Blenheim, Tom Dent and Jacinta Yelland who makes her stage debut. Hothouse Theatre, Wodonga - June 24–28. Bookings: hothousetheatre. com.au or 02 60217433 Theatre Works, 14 Acland St., St Kilda - July 17–27. Phone: 9534 3388.

■ Southern Cross Media admits there is no quick fix in sight to repair weak TV and radio ratings after the loss of two flagship radio presenters Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O led to a profit downgrade. The owner of the Southern Cross Radio radio network said full-year profit would fall 10 per cent under the previous year’s result of $89 million as advertising revenue at its regional television and metropolitan radio operations deteriorated, reports Jocks Journal. ■ Keith Urban and Olivia Newton-John hyave finished their current stints as part-time weekend hosts on Smooth 91.5 FM. There was more promotion of their appearances, than actual on-air material. ■ Home And Away (7pm, weeknights, Ch. 7) has a two-hour episode tomorrow (Thurs.)

Page 40 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Melbourne

Observer

MARKETING FEATURE

Ad Lib

Briamar Press: 47 year heritage, Briamar 42-year heritage, modern modern outlook outlook ● An occasional series where Melbourne Observer Editor Ash Long meets advertisers. ■ Brian and Marlene Crowl founded Briamar Press in 1967 with modest beginnings in their Box Hill North garage and steadily progressed to purchase a Bulleen shopfront in 1972. The Bulleen premises were periodically extended and were suitable for another 17 years until a much larger factory became necessary. In 1989, a new factory was purchased which included a comprehensive fit out and the big move to our present location. Since 1967, huge transitions in printing applications have taken place and Briamar Press has invested in new machinery and techniques over the years. Briamar Press continues to be successful with three sons, Steven, Robert and Stuart and a team of dedicated staff. Their constant goal is to provide their customers with superior quality products at affordable prices together with the highest levels of customer service, satisfaction and a genuine appreciation of your custom. The Briamar team

● Briamar Press employs the latest technology

FACT FILE ● Brian and Marlene Crowl, founders of Briamar Press works hard to maintain cesses many jobs that catalogues, self adhereturn business and other printers are un- sive labels, fridge many of their clients able or not prepared to magnets, presentation folders, binders, forme have been with them undertake. These include foil cutting, foil stamping, for 15, 20 and even to stamping, embossing, embossing, raised 30 years. Their wide range of forme cutting, raised printing, special mix products and services print, special mix pms colour inks, metallic have been selected to and metallic inks and inks, school magazines, cafe menus and offer customers a one- specialty stocks. Products include stationery. stop print, graphic deBriamar Press will sign and point of sale business cards, swing tickets, takeaway design, rebrand or solution. Briamar Press has pizza menus, drink freshen images to proa wide range of prod- coasters, carbonless vide existing and proucts available ffrom docket books, letter- spective clients with a business cards to heads, brochures, more pleasing visual multi-page catalogues, single page flyers, presentation. The company ofsignage and promo- header cards, packagtional material. ing, annual reports, fers a full range of viBriamar pro- multi-page booklets, sual services and by

Briamar Press Address: 27-29 Clements A Avve , Bundoora, Vic 3083. Phone: 9467 2055 City Sales: 9663 3118 Fax: 9467 5764 Web: w w w.briamarpr es s. .briamarpres ess. s.cc om.au E-Mail: info@briamarpress.com.au utilising their professional skills; they will create basic concept through to finished product with a minimum of fuss and frustration. They provide a full graphic design ser-

vice: tehy know best how to create, design and prepare the electronic image for its transformation to the printed sheet. A photographic service is also available which can save

MEET THE BOYS FROM BRIAMAR PRESS

● Steven Crowl ■ Steven Crowl has some 32 years at Briamar Press with extensive experience in pre-press, letterpress and offset printing. Highly competent in customer service, management, sales and estimating, Steven is an ‘outside the square thinker’ who suggests and offers clients alternative strategies when warranted.

● Robert Crowl ■ Robert Crowl has 15 years experience at Briamar Press with extensive experience in prepress, colour work and general overall techniques. Often the face of Briamar Press, Robert loves to visit clients and excels in customer service with a positive and cheerful disposition.

● Stuart Crowl ■ With 22 years at Briamar Press, Stuart Crowl has extensive experience in both letterpress and offset press operations. Stuart is the youngest of the Crowl brothers and has printers’ ink running through his veins. He continues the fine Briamar Press family tradition of service and quality.

● Briamar has a 42-year heritage Briamar Press will hundreds or perhaps print any size docket thousands of dollars. Briamar’s ser- book in duplicate, tripvices are competitive licate, quadruplicate and theirgraphic de- or more on carbonless sign hourly rate is only paper, sequentially $115 + GST per hour. numbered and perfoCall them for new rated. Briamar Press delogos, freshening of existing logos, busi- livers online printing ness rebranding, bro- convenience comchures, flyers, corpo- bined with quality, derate stationery, adver- pendability and fast tising, postcards, pho- printing turnaround tography, point of sale, times at affordable packaging, business prices with free shipforms, labels, pull up ping. Briamar has an banners, display material, newsletters, bro- online ordering serchures are some of the vice at its website. You can request a items on offer. Many tradies and sample pack of their small businesses most popular products, don’t want fancy, cor- including; business porate or flowery print- cards, marketing ing. A functional busi- cards, magnetic calness card, some vari- endars, brochures and ous docket books and much more. Fill out the a few other items will form at the website to request your pack. do just fine.

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au Melbourne

Observer

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 41

Literature

‘Great books’, nationhood and teaching English literature ■ Should Australians be as familiar with David Williamson as with Shakespeare? Should we measure our Jane Austen with sufficient doses of Miles Franklin? Britain has recently revised the GCSE (General Certificate in Secondary Education) syllabus for English literature. The category of “prose from different cultures” has been replaced by “modern works from Britain”. The change means that classic American novels and plays, such as John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men, Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, will no longer be among the choices for required texts. Students must study at least one Shakespeare play, a 19th-century novel (selected from works by Charles Dickens, Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë and Robert Louis Stevenson), a variety of poetry since 1789 (with a focus on the Romantics), and British fiction or drama published from 1914 to the present. One of the goals of the GCSE in literature is for students to “appreciate the depth and power of the English literary heritage”. Of course, when Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, Austen, Wordsworth, Dickens, the Brontës, George Eliot, and Woolf are on your team – and that’s just for starters – there’s no difficulty in filling a course with British prose and poetry. But shouldn’t we aim to read literature across cultures? The GCSE course requirements state that all works must have been originally published in English, which eliminates literature in translation. Nevertheless, does this mean that students do not need to view “the English literary heritage” within a global context? The novel, which truly comes of age with the nineteenth-century British authors included on the syllabus, develops significantly in the United States in the twentieth century. And Britain’s imperial past influenced the literatures of Australia, Canada, South Africa, New Zealand, and India, just as these literatures have, in turn, influenced British writing. One of the exam boards, Eduqas, has replaced Maya Angelou’s autobiographical novel I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings with Meera Syal’s Anita and Me. Syal was born in Britain to Indian parents and her novel

By MICHELLE SMITH Research Fellow at Deakin University

www.theconversation.edu.au

The Spoiler ● From Page 34

For Those Who Have Lost The Plot

Neighbours

● To Kill A Mockingbird will no longer be a fixture in British high school literature classes is about a British Punjabi The concept of “great glish syllabus. of “blatant […] gate-keepgirl who lives in the Mid- books” is fraught, because If Australian literature ing: setting agendas of lands. Clearly a novel like women of colour, like is rarely taught in schools control and manipulaSyal’s expands the idea of Syal, would, until recently, internationally and only in tion”. what Britishness encom- have been excluded from a limited number of overIn particular, Kinsella passes and diversifies the the literary canon. How- seas universities, is there speaks about the process whiteness of its “literary ever, the idea that young an even greater need to of defining literary “clasheritage”. people should be exposed ensure that Australian lit- sics” in order to bolster our Syal herself was quick to a wide range of out- erature is at the heart of sense of national identity to point out that American standing, or enduring, lit- our own English classes? as having the potential to literature was an important erature, regardless of the Syal’s exhortation that part of her teenage read- nationality of the authors “different kinds of voices” exclude people and suring and helped to inspire in question seems compel- must sit alongside “great render our individual her to write: ling. After all, isn’t litera- books, wherever they’re voices to “bodies of auI think it’s great that ture, especially today, en- from” strikes a balance thority”. The changes to the EnBritish authors are influ- gaged in a global conver- between exposing the enced by different kinds sation? next generation of readers glish GCSEs also seem of voices from the syllaAmerican literature is to a range of contempo- grounded in asserting a bus, but not at the expense not the only loss in the new rary literature from their sense of British national of great books, wherever GCSE syllabus. Doris own country, which may identity, and potentially litthey’re from. I’m Pilkington’s Follow the echo or expand on their erary superiority. Yet the new syllabus honoured to be on the syl- Rabbit-Proof Fence is own lived experiences, labus, but, if I hadn’t read among books from Aus- and the world’s shared lit- does at least acknowledge the multicultural make-up To Kill a Mockingbird, I tralia, New Zealand, and erary history. don’t think I would have Nigeria that will no longer Australian author John of Britain and the place of had the spur to be a writer. be taught with the axing Kinsella suggests that immigrant authors and It changed the way I of the “Exploring Cul- “foisting a national litera- people of colour within its thought about life. tures” strand of the En- ture on students” is an act idea of nationhood.

■ 6.30pm. Weeknights. Eleven ■ Monday, June 9. Could Kate's killer be connected to Paul? Paige is torn about revealing her true identity; Naomi continues her ruse, despite her guilt. ■ Tuesday, June 10. The hunt for Kate's killer makes progress. Paige decides to move in with Brennan. ■ Wednesday, June 11. Brennan makes a shocking discovery; a much loved daughter returns to Ramsay Street; Chris stumbles on a surprising photo. ■ Thursday, June 12. Toadie and Sonya clash; Georgia worries that Kyle has cheated on her again; Amber wrestles with an unwanted attraction to Daniel. ■ Friday, June 13. Naomi manipulates to get closer to Toadie; Amber struggles to set Daniel up with Imogen; Josh tries to help a sinking Bailey.

Home and Away ■ 7pm. Weeknights. Seven ■ Monday, June 9. Jett puts his life in peril on John and Marilyn's happy day. Phoebe enlists her father's help but may regret it. Maddy attempts to push Spencer and Evelyn together but may push Evelyn into the arms of her own boyfriend. ■ Tuesday, June 10. Oscar's dramatic turnaround surprises Hannah and Zac. Jett feels the weight of John's disappointment and Kyle faces an impossible dilemma. ■ Wednesday, June 11. Bianca struggles to tell Heath about her transfer request and Hannah asks an unwilling Andy to help Oscar, resulting in devastating consequences for their relationship. ■ Thursday, June 12. Double Episode. Casey's bombshell throws Denny into a head spin about her relationship with Chris. Will Spencer finally win over Evelyn? Matt continues to struggle but refuses to accept help.

Narrow win for 3AW ■ Melbourne comercial radio station 3AW narrowly won the third ratings survey announced yesterday (Tues.) with 12.5 per cent of the audience, against 12.3 per cent recorded by 774 ABC. Other stations, measured Monday-Sunday, 5.30am-Midnight were: Gold, 8.8. Mix, 7.1. MMM, 6.9. Nova, 6.9. Fox, 6.9. Smooth, 6.9. Magic, 5.0. Triple J, 4.7. SEN, 4.2. ABC FM (Classic), 3.1. Radio National, 2.3. Newsradio, 1.6. Ross Stevenson and John Burns (3AW) had a slim victory (17.3) against Red Symons (774 ABC) (16.0) in the breakfast show timeslot. Neil Mitchell of 3AW morning’s program (13.6) lost to Jon Faine at 774 ABC (13.8), in the 9amNoon timslot. Gold FM (10.8) won the early afternoon program timeslot, folowed by Denis Walter at 3AW on 9.8, and Richard Stubbs at 774 ABC on 9.7. It was a tie in the drive timeslot with Tom Elliott at 3AW scoring 10.2 in the 4pm-7pm timeslot, which was an identical figure obtained by Raf Epstein at 774ABC. Lindy Burns again took 774 ABC to first place in the 7pm-Midnight timeslot (13.5), with 3AW’s Bruce Mansfield and Philip Brady improving slightly with a 12.5 per cent share. Nova 100 was top FM station at night with 8.7 per cent. Weekends saw 3AW and 774 tie with 10.7 per cent market share.

Page 42 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Movies, DVDs With Jim Sherlock and Aaron Rourke

What’s Hot and What’s Not in Blu-Rays and DVDs

● It's Jake ‘Raging Bull’ LaMotta and Rocky Balboa, Hollywood heavyweights Robert De Niro and Sylvester Stallone have fun at the expense of two iconic roles that made them legends FILM: GRUDGE MATCH: Genre: Sport/Comedy/Drama. Cast: Robert De Niro, Sylvester Stallone, Alan Arkin, Kim Basinger. Year: 2013. Rating: M. Running Time: 113 Minutes. Format: DVD and BLU-RAY. Stars: **½ Verdict: 30 years ago, and then some, in cinematic lore there's few more powerful and influential than Robert De Niro as Jake "Raging Bull" LaMotta and Sylvester Stallone as "Rocky" Balboa. In Grudge Match De Niro and Stallone play a pair of aging and bickering boxing rivals who are reluctantly coaxed out of retirement to fight one final bout 30 years after their last match. De Niro and Stallone don't quite generate the required amount of combative spark, but there are good "tongue-incheek" moments from its sparring stars as the two grumpy old men, now joining the ranks of other recent senior citizens romps such as Red, Red 2, The Expendables series and Last Vegas. This geriatric rematch has some fun and good times on offer, especially from the scene stealing Alan Arkin, and for fans of the stars and their unforgettable and inspirational iconic roots that made them legends. FILM: Genre: Cast: Paul Giamatti,

12 YEARS A SLAVE: Biography/Drama. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o,

Benedict Cumberbatch, Brad Pitt. Year: 2013. Rating: MA15+. Running Time: 134 Minutes. Format: DVD and BLU-RAY. Stars: ***½ Verdict: Best Picture Oscar winning drama based on the true story of Solomon Northup, a successful Negro musician and family man, and his fight for survival and freedom in the pre-Civil War United States after he is drugged and abducted and sold into slavery, enduring a 12 year odyssey of cruelty and the struggles to stay alive and ultimately freedom and return to his family. The stellar cast are all superb, most notably Paul Giamatti in an all too brief role as a slave trader, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Solomon Northup, and newcomer Lupita Nyong'o as Patsey, who received a well deserved Oscar win for her performance. Good, solid production design, period detail and cinematography combine to make 12 Years a Slave is an intense and poignant experience. FILM: THE MIRACLE WORKER: Genre: Biography/Drama. Cast: Anne Bancroft, Patty Duke. Victor Jory. Year: 1962. Rating: M. Running Time: 106 Minutes. Format: DVD. Stars: **** Verdict: The powerful true story of a half blind Anne Sullivan and her struggle to teach the blind, deaf and mute girl Helen Keller how to communicate. Based on the 1957 Playhouse 90 Teleplay and Broadway stage play by William Gibson, this big screen adaptation is superbly directed with searing intensity, sensitivity and emotion by Arthur Penn, who would go on to give us the groundbreaking Bonnie & Clyde five years later. Anne Bancroft as Anne Sullivan and Patty Duke as Helen Keller are simply shattering to watch on the screen, both reprising their roles from the Broadway play, along with director Arthur Penn . These are landmark performances, and both Anne Bancroft and Patty Duke were well rewarded with an Academy award and Time magazine cover in 1963. The Miracle Worker is an intelligent and ultimately unforgettable achievement! FILM: Genre: Cast:

PLANET OF THE APES EVOLUTION BOX SET: Science Fiction/Action/Adventure. Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowell, Kim Hunter, James Franco, Andy Serkis. Year: 1968 to 2011. Rating: M. Running Time: Assorted Running Times. Format: DVD and BLU-RAY. Stars: **** Verdict: With the highly anticipated Dawn of the Planet of the Apes nearing release in cinemas, it may be a good time to look back at its predecessors. All seven Planet of the Apes films are brought to stunning reality on Blu-ray, and available on DVD, and this spectacular set includes the classic original Planet of the Apes(1968) starring Charlton Heston, Beneath the Planet of the Apes, Escape from the Planet of the Apes, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, Battle for the Planet of the Apes, Planet of the Apes (2001) and the most recent blockbuster Rise of the Planet of the Apes. All have beautiful picture and sound quality, and each is brimming with extra features, these are a must for all movie buffs and science fiction fans.

Superpiercer ■ (MA). 126 minutes. Screening at the Sydney and Melbourne Film Festivals. It is certainly a case of better-latethan-never for Snowpiercer, the anticipated English language debut from highly acclaimed director Bong Joonho, who wowed audiences around the world with films such as Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000), Memories Of Murder (2003), The Host (2006), and Mother (2009), and this heady blend of sci-fi, social commentary, and action continues the high standard of work for this incredibly talented filmmaker. A South Korea/France co-production, where it was released theatrically in those countries on August 1 and September 7 respectively, the problems started when Hollywood heavyweight Harvey Weinstein picked up the rights to release the film in all western territories, including Australia. The Oscar-winning producer, notorious for burying hot overseas product in the studio vaults or chopping them down for mainstream consumption, wanted to cut Snowpiercer from its current 126 minute running time down to 104 minutes, and immediately locked horns with director Joon-ho. The pacing of Snowpiercer is kinetic and exhilerating, so to butcher it would make the film confusing and hollow, but after many months Joonho won the war. This however unnecessarily delayed the film's release by almost a year (there are still teaser trailers out there advertising a July 2013 release in the US), and fans of the director have been suitably angered and frustrated. The wait is now thankfully over, and we see that Joon-ho was right to stand his ground. Now back to the film itself. Beginning in 2014, we are informed of a scientific experiment that has lead to the creation of a formula that once sprayed in the upper atmosphere, will combat and defeat the effects of global warming worldwide. Once carried out however, the results are tragic on a biblical scale, freezing the world and killing off all life. Before the big freeze fully engulfs the world, a handful of people manage to board a newly constructed, high-tech train designed by the reclusive Wilford (Ed Harris), a locomotive that works on perpetual motion and travels along a track that encompasses the entire globe. This futuristic Noah's Ark now holds the last remnants of the human race. The film then moves to 2031, and within this huge metal coccoon mankind has managed to create the same flaws, failings, and violent tendancies that saw the world in continual chaos when people could walk the earth. Each carriage contains a particular social class, with the downtrodden workers at the back, to the rich and privileged at the front, and this social order is oppressively maintained. Revolutions have been attempted, but have been ruthlessly squashed by those that hold complete power over the food, water, and the engine. When idealistic worker Curtis (Chris Evans) convinces his fellow back-carriage colleagues, including Edgar (Jamie Bell), Gilliam (John

Hurt), and Tanya (Octavia Spencer), to rise up against Wilford, his head spokesman Mason (Tilda Swinton), and his guards, this sets off a chain of events that will see the revolutionaries travel through this long, labyrinthine train, revealing environments and human behaviour that is both surprising and depressingly familiar. Working from the French graphic novel Le Transperceneige by Jacques Lob, Benjamin Legrand, and JeanMarc Rochette, co-writer/director Joon-ho brings a complete, passionate conviction to the source material which he so obviously loves, and it is a filmic energy that truly brings this story to utterly convincing life. Working in English for the first time, Joon-ho has cleverly collaborated on the screenplay with playwright Kelly Masterson, who penned the impressive 2007 thriller Before The Devil Knows You're Dead, and this strenghtens the language transition to a wonderful degree. His work with actors remains strong and fruitful. Chris Evans (Captain America) delivers one of his best performances as the determined Curtis, and you believe that an oppressed people would follow him into battle. Tilda Swinton (Michael Clayton / We Need To Talk About Kevin) is brilliant as Mason, John Hurt (Alien / The Proposition) terrific as the worldweary Gilliam, and both Jamie Bell (Flags Of Our Fathers) and Octavia Spencer (The Help) are both fine as Edgar and Tanya. Ed Harris (Pollock / The Right Stuff) is a powerful presence as Wilford, Ko Ah-sung (The Host / A Brand New Life) shines as Yona, and Joon-ho regular Song Kang-ho (Memories Of Murder / The Host) is his usual reliable self as ex-security guard Namgoong Minsu. There is also a scene-stealing turn by Alison Pill (Milk / Midnight In Paris), playing a character who is both darkly funny and thoroughly chilling. Technically the film is outstanding, with visual effects, set and sound design, cinematography, and editing that is world-class, giving audiences a lavish experience that belies its $40 million budget (a fraction of what it would have cost in Hollywood). What makes Snowpiercer feel even more sublime and awe-inspiring is that if you think about the premise and its set-up for a minute, it seems farfetched and ludicrous. But in the hands of Bong Joon-ho, who trusts the material one-hundred percent and wants to genuinely invest in it, envelops the screenplay with the kind of confidence, vision, and bestof-all talent, to make this invigorating, exciting, and memorable entertainment. Full of ideas, themes, and metaphors that leads to a film ripe for rewatching, Snowpiercer is both a striking, overpowering piece of cinema and another grand example from a director who is currently working at the peak of his powers. Note : Snowpiercer will screen at the Sydney Film Festival on June 14, and at the Melbourne Film Festival in late July/early August. See respective websites for details. RATING - ****½ - Aaron Rourke

Top 10 Lists THE AUSTRALIAN BOX OFFICE TOP TEN: 1. X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST. 2. GODZILLA. 3. BAD NEIGHBOURS. 4. THE OTHER WOMAN. 5. THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL. 6. CHEF. 7. BELLE. 8. THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2: RISE OF ELECTRO. 9. THE LEGO MOVIE. 10. SUNSHINE ON LEITH. NEW RELEASES AND COMING SOON TO CINEMAS AROUND AUSTRALIA: MAY 29: A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST, GARDENING WITH SOUL, MALEFICENT,THE TRIP TO ITALY, TURNING TIDE, UNDER THE SKIN. JUNE 5: EDGE OF TOMORROW, GRACE OF MONACO, OMAR, P.K. - RISING FROM ASHES, THE FAULT IN OUR STARS. THE DVD TOP RENTAL & SELLERS: 1. THE WOLF OF WALL STREET [Drama/Crime/Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill]. 2. INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS [Drama/Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, John Goodman]. 3. FROZEN [Animated/Adventure/ Comedy/Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad]. 4. SAVING MR. BANKS [Comedy/ Music/Drama/Tom Hanks, Emma Thompson]. 5. THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY [Comedy/Fantasy/Adventure/Ben Stiller]. 6. HER [Drama/Romance/Sci-Fi/ Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Katharine Boecher]. 7. JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT [Action/Chris Pine, Kevin Costner, Keira Knightley]. 8. THE HOBBIT: The Desolation of Smaug [Fantasy/Adventure/ Martin Freeman]. 9. PHILOMENA [Drama/Judi Dench, Steve Coogan]. 10. AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY [Drama/Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Chris Cooper]. Also: 47 RONIN, AMERICAN HUSTLE, THE HUNGER GAMES: Catching Fire, THE BOOK THIEF, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS: The Movie, ANCHORMAN 2: The Legend Continues, THE RAILWAY MAN, THOR: THE DARK WORLD, GRAVITY, PLANES. NEW RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS ON DVD THIS WEEK: GRUDGE MATCH [Comedy/ Drama/Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Alan Arkin]. 12 YEARS A SLAVE [Drama/ Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o]. 22 BULLETS [Action/Drama/Jean Reno, Marian Fois]. ROBOCOP [Action/Joel Kinnaman, Abbie Cornish]. NEW & RE-RELEASE CLASSICS ON DVD HIGHLIGHTS: SEPERATE TABLES [1958/Drama/ Burt Lancaster, Rita Hayworth, David Niven, Deborah Kerr]. THE MIRACLE WORKER [1962/ Drama/Anne Bancroft, Patty Duke]. RAINTREE COUNTY [1957/Drama/ Elizabeth Taylor, Montgomery Clift]. Turn to Page 49

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 43

Observer Showbiz

Local Theatre With Cheryl Threadgold

‘Diary of Anne Frank’ SHOWS ■ The Basin Theatre: The Diary of Anne Frank (by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett) Until June 7, Thurs - Sat at 8.00pm, Sun at 2.00pm at The Basin Theatre, Cnr. Doongalla and Simpson Rds., The Basin. Director: Christine Grant. Tickets: All $25, incl. program, parking and refreshments. Bookings: 1300 784668 (7.00-9.00pm) or www.thebasintheatre.org,au ■ Brighton Theatre Company: Red (by John Logan) Until June 7 at Brighton Theatre, Cnr. Carpenter and Wilson Sts., Brighton. Director: Vicki Smith. Bookings: 1300 752 126. ■ Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company Inc: 12 Angry Men (by Sherman L. Sergie (adapted from the TV show by Reginald Rose) Until June 14 at 38-41 Castella St., Lilydale. Director: Catherine Carr. Tickets: $25/$23. Bookings: 9735 1777 www.lilydaleatc.com ■ La Mama Theatre: The Cutting Boys (Written and directed by Daniel Lammin) Until June 8 at La Mama Theatre, 205 Faraday St., Carlton. Performance times: Wed, Sun 6.30pm and Thurs, Fri Sat at 7.30pm. Tickets: $25/$15. Bookings: 9347 6142 www.lamama.com.au ■ Phoenix Theatre Company: Seussical the Musical Until June 7 at the Doncaster Playhouse. Director: Anne Dewar; Musical Director: Katie Packer; Choreographer: Colin Hartley. Bookings: www.phoenixtheatrecompany.org ■ 1812 Theatre: Beyond Therapy (by Christopher Durang) Until June 21 at 1-3 Rose St., Upper Ferntree Gully. Tickets: $27. Bookings: www.1812theatre.com.au ■ Fly-on-the-Wall Theatre: Teleny (adapted by Barry Lowe) Until June 15 at Chapel off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel St., Prahran. Director: Robert Chuter. Tickets: $37.50, $34.50. Bookings: chapeloffchapel.com.au or 8290 7000. ■ Beaumaris Theatre: Blood Brothers - The Play (by Willy Russell) Until June 14 at 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris. Director: Tim Long. Tickets: $25/$22. Bookings: www.beaumaristheatre.com.au ■ Sean Scanlon Presents: Pool (no water) Until June 10 at 8.00pm at the Goodtime Studios, 746 Swanston St., Carlton. Director: Sean Scanlon. Tickets: $22/$17/$15 Tues. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/EVTF or at door. Enquiries: 0417 528 658. ■ Wyndham Theatre Co: The Lion in Winter June 5 - 7 at the Wyndham Community Centre, 177 Walton St., Werribee. Tickets: $25/$20. Bookings: 8734 6000. www.wyndhamtheatrecompany.org.au ■ The Mount Players: Harold and Maude (by Colin Higgins) June 6 - 28 at the Mountview Theatre, 56 Smith St., Macedon. Director: Craig Lenane-Smith. Tickets: $25/$22. Bookings: 54261892 or trybooking.com ■ Strathmore Theatrical Arts Group (STAG): Saucy Pat (written and directed by Cenarth Fox) One special performance only on Saturday, June 8 at 8.00pm at the Strathmore Community Theatre, Loeman St., Strathmore. Tickets: $15. Bookings: 9382 6284 or at door. Incl. free supper. ■ Tangled Web Theatre Productions: Retreat (by James Saunders) June 11, 12, 13, 14 at 8.00pm; June 14, 15 at 2.00pm at the Doncaster Playhouse, 679 Doncaster Rd., Doncaster. Director: Mel de Bono. Tickets: $25/$22. Bookings: 0404 942 143 or 9748 1468. ■ Peridot Theatre Inc: One Act Play Season 2014 (Plays by John Tilbrook, Jimmie Chin and Alison Knight) June 12 - 15 at the Unicorn Theatre, Mt Waverley Secondary College, Lechte Rd., Mt Waverley. Directors: Lisa McNiven, Alison Knight and Bruce Cochrane. Tickets: $15/$13. Bookings: 9898 9090. ■ Mooroolbark Theatre Group: Noises Off (by Michael Frayne) June 12 - 21 at the Mooroolbark Community Centre, 125 Brice Ave., Mooroolbark. Director: Yvonne Miller. Tickets: $16/ $14. Bookings: 9726 4282. ■ MLOC Productions: Thoroughly Modern Millie June 13 - 21 at the Phoenix Theatre, 101 Glenhuntly Rd., Elwood. Director: Lyn Laister; Musical Director: Stacey-Louise Camilleri; Choreographer: Rhylee Nowell. Bookings: www.mloc.org.au . Enquiries: 9551 7154. ■ Mountain District Musical Society: Guys and Dolls June 13 - 21 at the Karralyka Centre, Mines Rd., Ringwood. Director; Tyler Hess; Musical Director; Danny Forward; Choreographer: Craig Wiltshire. Bookings: 9879 2933 or www.karralyka.com.au/ MDMSGuysDolls.aspx ■ Swan Hill Theatre Group: Into the Woods (Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by James Lapine), June 13 - 28. Directors: Adrian Corbet, Nathan Butler and Nikki Arnott. Bookings: 0429 376 765. www.swanhilltheatregroup.com.au ■ PLOS Musical Productions: Oliver! June 20 - 28 at the Frankston Arts Centre, Cnr Davey and Young Sts., Frankston. Director: Brad Dart; Musical Director: Anthony Bingham; Choreographer: Leah Osburn. Tickets: $45/$40/$30. Bookings: www.plos.asn.au or 9784 1060. ■ Windmill Theatre Company: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat June 20 - 20 at the Drum Theatre, Lonsdale St., Dandenong. Bookings: 9771 6666.

Melbourne

Observer WINDMILL THEATRE COMPANY

Guys And Dolls

● Hot Box Dancers Lauren Stannard, Sarah Kiely and Sarah Burke in Guys and Dolls, opening June 13 at the Karralyka Centre, Ringwood Photo: Craig Wiltshire ■ The Mountain District Musical Society presents Guys and Dolls from June 13-21 at the Karralyka Centre, Mines Rd, Ringwood. Direction is by Tyler Hess, musical direction by Danny Forward and choreographer is Craig Wiltshire. This effervescent musical romp will have audiences wanting to dance the Charleston and roll dice down the aisles. Tickets: $39.50/ $36.50/$26.50. Bookings: 9879 2933 or www.karralyka.com.au/ MDMSGuysDolls.aspx

GEMCO PLAYERS ■ Actors and Directors Required: Gemco Players urgently requires actors and directors for entries in the 20th Dandenong Ranges One Act Play Festival July 18- 20. Please visit www.gemcoplayers.org for more details.

AUDITIONS ■ Hartwell Players: How Does Your Garden Grow? Readthrough of play on June 11 at 7.30pm at the Ashwood College of Performing Arts, Vannam Drive, Ashwood. 10 Minute individual auditions with director Fiona Clayton can be booked by emailing auditions@hartwellplayers.org.au ■ Melbourne French Theatre: George Dandin (by Molière) June 14 at 2.00pm and June 16 at 7.00pm at Le Maison de Maitre, 203-205 Canning St., Carlton. For details visit www.mftinc.org ■ Heidelberg Theatre Company: Amadeus (by Peter Shaffer) June 15, 22, 24 at 7.00pm at 36 Turnham Ave., Rosanna. Director: Bruce Akers. Audition bookings: 0432 984 781. ■ Sherbrooke Theatre Company Inc: Stepping Out (by Richard Harris), June 16, 17 at 7.30pm at 22 Jesmond Rd., Croydon. Director: Loretta Bishop. Enquiries/audition.bookings: 9735 2802. ■ Sunshine Community Theatre: Dimboola (by Jack Hibberd) June 22 at 2.00pm at the Dempster Park Hall, 82 Phoenix St., North Sunshine. Director: David Price. Audition enquiries/bookings: 0439 653 800.

TWELVE ANGRY MEN ■ The Athenaeum Theatre Lilydale presents Twelve Angry Men until June 14 at 39-41 Castella St, Lilydale. This drama by Sherman L. Segel and adapted from the television show by Reginald Rose, is directed by Catherine Carr. The story tells of a jury being sent to begin deliberations in the first-degree murder trial of an 18-year-old Latino accused of the stabbing death of his father, where a guilty verdict means an automatic death sentence. Eleven of the jurors immediately vote 'guilty', and only one casts a 'not guilty' vote. What begins as an open and shut case of murder soon becomes a mini-drama in the jury room. The jurors reveal their prejudices and preconceptions about the trial, the accused, and each other in this gripping drama. All evening performances commence at 8.15pm, with preshow sherries at 7.45pm. The matinee performance on Sunday, June 8 will commence at 2.30pm, with pre-show sherries served at 2pm. Bookings: 9735 1777

● James Terry (Joseph) and Carla White (Narrator) rehearse for Windmill Theatre Company's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. Photo: Sean van Geyzl ■ Windmill Theatre Company presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat from June 20-29 at the Drum Theatre, Dandenong. With lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, this Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful parable. Joseph, his father's favourite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. East Doncaster resident James Terry, 23, plays the lead role of Joseph. By day, James works as a photographer and videographer, specialising in actor headshots and theatre productions and is also the head of digital media at theatrepeople.com.au, which he says gives him the greatest of opportunities to work with some of Australia's leading professional productions. Between shoots, James produces a singing competition called 'Take the Mic'. As well as performing lead roles in non-professional theatre, James's first directorial role was for Beauty and the Beast, then years later he was cast in the professional concert production, sharing the stage with leads David Harris and Patrice Tipoki. James says Joseph has been his dream role since learning Andrew Lloyd Webber during his first years of musical theatre training. "It's a colourful role with plenty of light and shade that gives the role some depth to explore," he says. "I cannot wait to take the show into the Drum Theatre. “Windmill Theatre is building a revolve in the centre of the set, and combine this with a costume reveal and some entrance music, it's a thespian's dream!" The show's Narrator, Wollert resident Carla White, has also found her dream role. A Client Solutions Manager by day, Carla has been performing in non-professional theatre for 16 years. Carla has loved the musical Joseph for a long time, and when younger was a great fan of Jason Donovan. She says at first she was a little hesitant to audition for the show due to the travel involved, but then decided to add an extra few kilometres to her week. "Overall, this is the kind of show that is meant to be fun for both the people on stage and those in the audience," she says. "There is something special about feeling that reaction from an audience!" Performances: June 20, 21, 27, 28 at 8pm, June 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 2pm Venue: Drum Theatre, Lonsdale St, Dandenong Tickets: $40 Full, $36 Conc., $140 (2 adults and 2 children under 15) Bookings: 9771 6666 or www.drumtheatre.com.au www.wtc-theatre.com

SHOWS ■ Malvern Theatre Company: The Vortex (by Noel Coward) June 20 - July 5 at 29 Burke Rd., East Malvern. Director: Horrie Leek. Tickets: $20 (no concession). Bookings: 1300 131552 or www.malverntheatre.com.au ■ Mordialloc Theatre Company: Loot (by Joe Orton) June 27 - July 12 (with two Sunday matinees) at the Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Road, Parkdale. Director: Martin Gibbs. ■ Diamond Valley Singers and Eltham Orchestras: Hello Dolly! July 4, 5, 9, 11, 12 at 8.00pm; July 5, 6, 12 at 2.00pm at the Warrandyte High School Theatre, Alexander Rd., Warrandyte.Tickets: $30-$10. Bookings: dvsboxoffice@ netspace.net.au; www.trybooking.com/ENIH

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Page 44 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Melbourne

Observer

Lovatts Crossword No 39 Across

Across

1. Difficulty (of assignment) 6. Put oil on 11. Balance out 15. Staff members 20. Scruff (of neck) 21. Rock music style, ... metal 22. Spy, ... Hari 23. See 92ac 25. Favour 26. Scours 27. Gowns 29. Lull 32. Hairless 34. Exclusive English school 36. Recline (3,4) 39. Boot-shaped country 41. Basil sauce for pasta 43. Din 46. Goes by horse 48. Strong point 49. Chief 51. ... & ahs 52. Catalogues 55. Disfigure 56. Captures (criminal) 59. Jemima Goldsmith's ex, ... Khan 61. The A of AM 62. Thaw 63. Sports award 64. Disburdens 67. Windpipe 68. Thorny 70. Japanese religion 71. Barbaric 72. Deep wounds 73. Alleged assassin, Lee Harvey ... 74. Roman garments 75. Glow with (health) 77. Distend 78. Introduction (4-2) 79. Philippines capital 82. Invaded 86. Snooker foul 87. Ali ... & The 40 Thieves 89. Remunerates too little 92 & 23ac. Knuckle of veal stew (4,5) 94. Extreme 96. Scan 98. Animal enclosure 100. Laughing scavenger 101. Company emblem 103. Cogwheel 105. Undersized 106. Cultural symbol 108. Loathsome 111. Furtive glance 112. Moon shape 114. Surround 116. Volcanic flow 119. Early Peruvian 120. Cummerbund 121. Fair-haired lady, ... blonde 123. Imminent 124. Pre-dinner snack, ... d'oeuvre 125. Stripped 126. Strain 127. Bears (costs) 130. Post-graduate business degree (1,1,1) 131. Unrelenting 135. Burglary 138. Short skirt 139. Entertainer, ... Harris 141. Alternate, every ... 144. Unwanted plant 146. Donkey 147. Cure 148. Pole 149. Deciduous trees 150. Or near offer (1,1,1) 151. Jane Austen novel 152. Bomb hole 153. London's ... Park 155. Swirl 157. Small hound 158. ... Eildon 160. Hawaiian greeting 161. Wear away 162. Lifeless 163. Tick over 165. Mediocre (2-3) 166. Massage 167. Play on words

168. Remove errors from 169. Automobiles 171. Addis ..., Ethiopia 172. WWII German sub (1-4) 175. Yawns 176. Baghdad is there 179. From Sydney or Perth 180. Rope-making fibre 182. Head cook 184. Take no notice of 185. Flesh of fruit 186. Jet-bubble bath 188. Quickly (1,1,1,1) 189. Fulfilled (demand) 190. Source 191. Mother sheep 193. Mentally sound 194. Unhappily 196. Brave man 197. Wild goat 198. Waters (garden) 200. Colleges 205. Much ... About Nothing 207. Arrange in print 210. Tormented by nightmares (3-6) 211. Chattering idly 212. Identical sibling 213. Not stereo 214. Crack army force (1,1,1) 216. Infatuated, ... over heels 218. ... & twos 219. Korean karate, tae ... do 220. Female boarding house proprietor 224. Songwriter 227. The M of YMCA (3'1) 229. Mexican currency 230. Judge 231. Make speech 232. ... & evens 233. Scamps 235. Reception host 237. Pant 239. Actress, ... Russo 241. Inuit canoe 244. Type of marble 246. Elvis Presley's daughter (4,5) 249. Globes 252. Excursions 254. One or the other 256. Latter-day Saint 258. Consolation 259. Inflexible 260. Tomato sauce 263. Possessor 264. Cowardly 265. Liquid units, fluid ... 267. Say from memory 270. Illusion 271. Necessitates 272. Acorn bearer (3,4) 273. Cut of steak 274. Follows orders 277. Wander 279. Native of Aberdeen or Inverness 281. Festivities 284. Fragrant flower 286. Prompted (actor) 288. Was expert (in) 292. You 294. Hereditary unit 295. Nervous 298. Dressmaker 300. Unnourished 301. Valuable possession 303. Assortment 306. Concert venue, ... Square Garden 308. Actress, Miranda ... 309. Overtake 311. Continue doggedly 314. Secret store 315. Blows up 316. Suspect's excuses 317. Native American tent 318. More than half 319. Join register 320. Nevada city 321. Recently married folk 322. Dissertation 323. Moaned wearily 324. Famous (4-5)

Down

1. Cycling's ... de France 142. Stewardesses 2. Cremation vessels 143. Thefts 3. Nun's attire 145. Wear best clothes (5,2) 4. Outdo 151. Magic potions 5. Snooty person 154. First appearance 6. Granny Smiths or pippins 156. Downward distance 7. Dorks 159. Also titled (1,1,1) 8. Ahead (2,5) 164. Meadow (poetic) 9. Queen's ceremonial chair 169. Manages 10. Outlaw 170. The Constant Gardener actor, ... 11. Pearl-bearer Fiennes 12. Conifer (3,4) 173. Expresses sorrow over 174. ... speak louder than words 13. Lodge firmly 177. Stands on hind legs 14. Samples 178. Search 15. Deserve 181. Overturned 16. Artist, ... Picasso 183. Stiffly 17. Beginning 187. Study of body tissue 18. Mediterranean volcano 192. Heftier 19. Unwell 195. Myths 24. Salt Lake City state 199. Become rusty 28. Dublin republic 201. Cries like crow 30. Test 202. Pig noise 31. Cocktail, ... colada 203. Devonshire tea cake 33. Rosebush pests 204. Holy book 35. Hollywood's movie accolades 206. Lukewarm 37. Note well, nota ... 207. Vagrant 38. Havana is there 208. Cupid 40. Tokyo Bay port city 209. Former lovers 42. Ringworm 213. Move listlessly 44. Available (2,4) 215. Pale-looking 45. Screen legend, ... Loren 217. Study table 47. Islands 221. Bus terminus 48. Brown skin marks 222. Sufficient 49. Rocket, guided ... 223. Louts 50. Ratty 224. Shakespearean king 53. Experienced hand 225. Horse-taming display 54. Visual symbolism 226. Computer input device (1,1-3) 57. Moving onwards 228. Removes surgically 58. Sleighs 234. Pleasant tasting 60. Crazier 236. Meal courses 63. Perplex 238. Chopping tool 65. 12 o'clock 240. Persona ... grata 66. Long narrative 242. Worshipping 68. Brazilian soccer great 243. Pilot's emergency aid, ... seat 69. Fertile soil 245. Pest 76. Encroachments 247. Annoying 79. Inflatable vest, ... west 248. Influence 80. Naked models 250. Bemuse 81. Ill-gotten cash, filthy ... 251. Set free 83. Savoury jelly 253. Ireland's ... Fein 84. Furnishing scheme 255. Promissory notes (1,1,2) 85. Alsatian or labrador 257. Porridge cereal 88. Booklets 258. Match before final 90. Household dirt 261. Comprehend (4,2) 91. Competent 262. Zoom 93. XVII 265. Greatest in age 95. Pub drinks 266. Opted 97. Schedules 268. Earth lumps 99. Antiquated 269. Rowing teams 100. Detect sound 275. Genuine, ... fide 102. Says yes to 276. Snow monster 104. Land measures 278. Concerning 107. Quoted 280. Terminating 109. Alpaca relative 282. Long time 110. On an occasion 283. Termites, white ... 111. Twosome 285. Rope tangle 113. Horridly 287. Hate 115. Goaded 289. Profane oaths 117. Throat-clearing noise 290. Declare to be true 118. Grain husks 291. High standards 121. Devotee 292. Ribbed 122. Stockpiled 293. Leg joint 127. Wooden peg 296. Written composition 128. Small streak 297. Trap 129. Backpackers' accommodation 299. Merit (5,6) 302. Steeple top 132. Insistently 304. Horrify 133. Directed 305. From Athens 134. Vestige 306. Stingy 135. Strictness 307. Sketched 136. Capital of Pakistan 308. On Her Majesty's Service 137. Casual (remark) (1,1,1,1) 138. Indian prince 310. Pack (cargo) 140. Large fruit bat (6,3) 312. News 141. Bone specialist 313. Sea bird

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 45 y, y , g

Solution on Page 36 g

MEGA

CROSSWORD No 39 1

20 23 29

32 40

34 42

110

111

114 121

128

136

137

146

155

172

179

180

185

186

187

173

182

214 221

229

252

222

254

306

307

286

287

297

298

225

208

209

233

234

240

241

249

242

250

251

257

258

262

263 267

268

269

270

273 279 289

290

280

281

291

300

292 301

315

316 319

293

302 309

322

218

227

248

261

217

226

232

278 288

299

318 321

224

308 314

178

193

216

266

277

296

192

207

272

285

177

199

215

247

260

276

295

191

256

271

284

164

184

198

255

265

275

176

239

259

274

163

238 246

264

151

183

231

245

253

143

206

223

230

244

134

211

220

243

133

168

205

213

237

132

157

197

204

236

118

124

150

190

196

203

219

117

175

189

195

142

156

174

210

235

109

162

181

188

194

141

167

171

228

108

116

140

161 166

170

212

100

107

149

154

160

202

123

148 153

159

201

115

139

147

165

200

131

138

152

169

130

145

126

129 135

144

122

125

106

113

120

127

105

112

119

104

103

102

76 82

95 101

158

61 65

33 41

39 49

303 310 317

320 323

324

304 311

282

283

294 305 312

313

Page 46 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne Observer

Classifieds Incorporating ‘Melbourne Advertiser’, ‘Melbourne Trader’, ‘Melbourne Homemaker’ and ‘Victorian Rural News’

Phone: (03) 9439 9927. Fax: (03) 9431 6247. E-Mail: editor@melbourneobserver.com.au

BUSINESSES

ART

ENERGY

JENNY PIHAN FINE ART Phone 9598 958. Mobile: 0417 368 807, 0419 879 725. Web: www.jennypihan fineart.com.au

BRAEMAC ENERGY. Many solar customers have reduced their power bills by up to 80 per cent or more. Phone 1800 759 769. www.braemacenergy. com.au

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

CINEMA METRO CINEMAS BORONIA. Dorset Square, 216 Dorset Rd, Boronia. Five min. walk from Boronia Train Station. Phone: 9762 8744. www, metroboronia.com.au Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

DIESEL PERFORMANCE

TUNIT DIESEL PERFORMANCE. For all late 4x4s, cars, light commercials and trucks. 1300 46 45 80. www.tunit.com.au info@tunit.com.au

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

FORMULA FORD

FORMULA FORD EXPERIENCE AUSTRALIA. A Formula Ford Experience is the ultimate gift for any race car fan or motoring enthusiast. Phone 1300 900 619 www.ffea.com.au

-YY14 ---------------------------------------------------

FUNERAL DIRECTORS KINGSTON FUNERAL SERVICES. 146 Argus St, Cheltenham, Vic 3192. Phone: 9585 2822. Fax: 9585 2422. Web: www. kingstonfunerals.com.au

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

Melbourne

Observer

POWERFUL ADVERTISING ACROSS VICTORIA - IN PRINT AND ONLINE Reach an established readership across Victoria with a Clas sified A d in the Melbourne Observ er Classified Ad Observe ne w spaper his ne w spaper is on sale a eds ew spaper.. T This new att hundr hundreds of ne w s a g e n t s , sstt a ve r y W ednesda y e,, e ev We ay ew att e w i d e morning. Y ou can also rread ead the ne w spaper e v ery You new ev e rr.. c om.au w eek, fr ee online melbourneobserve free online,, a att melbourneobserv

PLEASE NOTE Local Media Pty Ltd (publisher of the Melbourne Observer) reserves the right to alter or omit advertisements and whilst every care is exercised, is not responsible for errors, misclassification, non-insertion. No allowance will b e made for errors, unless attention is drawn to them by 5pm Thursday, on the day following publication. No responsibility is accepted for the correctness or otherwise of advertisements lodged by telephone.

Paid ads are available for a minimum weekly charge of $40 for 40 words, then $1 per word thereafter. All paid ads are to be pre-paid by Credit Card (V, M, AE). Phone your paid ad by 5pm Mondays to (03) 9439 9927. Price includes 10 per cent GST. Display ads are available at $15 per single column centimetre. Full-colour can be arranaged, where available.

BUSINESSES

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

GARDENING

HORSES: FEED HAYNETS

PLUMBERS

RURAL EQUIPMENT

TIMBER

TRIBUTE FUNERAL SERVICES. 1/29-39 Westwood Dr, Ravenhall. Phone: 9449 5236. Fax: 8390 4249. Web: www. tributefunerals.com.au Funeral services from $2050 inc GST

PRODUCTIVE GARDENS. Grow your own vegetables and salad anywhere. Easy! 4 layer stacking garden. Phone: (07) 3393 6396. Productive Gardens.com.au No digging, no hard work

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

Free Ad Form FREE 40-WORD AD WORTH $40

NO PHONE -IN SER VICE FFOR OR FREE AD PHONE-IN SERVICE ADSS

BLOCK LETTERS PLEASE

GUTZBUSTA SLOW FEED HAYNETS. Minimise hay wastage this season. Able to hang anywhere, safe and durable and easy to fill due to wid eopening. Mini, small, medium, large, roudbale. Phone 0418 282 097. E-Mail: philnik@skymesh. com.au

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

MATTRESSES MATTRESSES GALORE. Cnr High St & Tooronga Rd, Malvern, Vic 3144. Phone: 9822 9057. Fax: 9822 9821. www. mattressesgalore.com. au E-Mail: info@ mattressesgalore.com. au - special 10% off, see display ad

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

PET RESORT

REG No (FOR CARS) PRICE:

PAID ADS

FREE ADS Private/non-commercial parties can sell their items with a free 40-word Classified Ad in the Melbourne Observer. We publish your ‘For Sale’ or ‘What’s On’ ad for up to four week, without any charge. Simply lodge your ad at our Free Ads section at our website. Or post the coupon to PO Box 1278, Research, Vic 3095. No Free Ads will be accepted by phone.

DEADLINE: 5pm MON. You can advertise F R E E . No fees, no commissions. F R E E A DDSS are available for private/noncommercialadvertisements, published at the absolute discretion of the Editor. ☛ MAIL to: FREE ADS ADS, PO Box 1278, Research, 3095 ☛ F A X FREE AD ADSS to: (03) 9431 6247. Use plain paper ☛ E -MAIL: editor@melbourneobserver.com.au ☛ USE the FREE ADS form at our website ` Complete this coupon, one word per square,

CONDITION:

L odge y our FREE ‘F or Sale’ ad your ‘For a t an y time 4 / 7, a ee att the Fr Fre any time,, 2 24 Ads section at our website: melbourneobserv e rr.. c om.au melbourneobserve No fees, no commissions. Conditions apply.

SUBURB:

PHONE:

DET AILS BEL OW N O T F OR PUBLICA TION TA LO OT FO AT Name: ...................................................................................................... Street Address: ............................................................................................. .............................................. Phone: ........................................................

ALL 4 PAWS AND CLAWS PET RESORT. 2223 Melba Hwy, Dixons Creek (Yarra Glen) 3775. Boarding kennel and cattery. Pick-up and delivery. All over Melb. Short and long-term stays. Web: www.pawsand resort.com.au

K & J WOOLLEY MASTER PLUMBERS. More than 50 years experience. ARC No 33651. Plumbing Licence No 35847. Phone 0432 380 886. Head Office: 9499 8222.

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

PROMOTIONS, ENTERTAINMENT E N T E R TA I N M E N T AUSTRALIA. Australia’s premier leaders of live entertainment and promotions. 1/1 Sherwood Ct, Wantirna South. 9013 0840 or 0425 849 942. ask@ ent-aus.com Web: www.ent-aus.com

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

RADIO GOLDEN DAYS RADIO 95.7FM. The great music of the 30s to 60s. Streaming through the web: www. goldendaysradio.com Phone: 9572 1466

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

RARE DVDs PLAY MUSIC. Shop 4/ 50 Bourke St, Melbourne. Phone: 9650 0652. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm. Sun. 11am-6.30pm. Contact: Rex.

TILCO. Wholesalers to farmers and contractors. 29 Thackeray St, Toowoomba, Qld 4359. Phone: (07) 4633 0624. Mobile: 0422 399 544. Contact: Barry.

TRAILERS

MICHAEL’S TRAILERS. 28 Hunter Rd, SCOOTERS Healesville. Phone: S C O O T E R S M A R T. 0418 883 335. -YY14★ Servicing Melbourne --------------------------------------------------metro and regional TRAVEL: NSW Victoria. Obligation MERIMBULA free demonstration. Phone: 1800 420 BEACH ST APART971. scootersmart. MENTS. Set beside com.au the sparkling waters of -YY14★ --------------------------------------------------Merimbula Lake. 1 Beach St, Merimbula. SHOES Phone: (02) 6495 2205. www.beach GILMOUR’S COM- streetapartments.net. FORT SHOES. 48 The au E-Mail: info@ Mall, Heidelberg West. beachstreetapartments. 1187 Glenhuntly Rd, net.au -YY14★ Glen Huntly. 547 Whitehorse Rd, --------------------------------------------------Mitcham. 1800 819 TRAVEL: NT 936. DARWIN -YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

SHOPING SHOP INSIDE. Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living, kids. Buy online: www.shop inside.com.au Phone: 9931 0160. Whs 3, 347-349 Old Geelong Rd, Hoppers Crossing.

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

PLACES TO GO

RETIREMENT PLANNING

TECHNOLOGY

MAROONDAH SPORTS CLUB. Cnr Mt Dandenong & Dublin Rds, Ringwood East, Vic 3135. Phone: 9879 2922. Fax: 9879 7280. maroondahclub.com.au

SGI CONSULTING GROUP. Take advantage of the Government ‘Transition To Retirement’ strategy. Phone: 9432 1233. Web: www.celebrating 55.com.au

www.ecell.com.au. Recover from injury and pain in half the time. The e-cell provides pain relief by encouraging cellular regeneration.Phone 1300 764 117.

-YY14★

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

MCVILLY TIMBER. Est. 1975. Multi-award winning company. Delivery to Vic, Qld, NSW and Tas. Phone: 1300 131 576.

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

DARWIN’S BARRA BASE FISHING SAFARIS. Phone: (08) 8945 0376, 1800 777 420. Web: www.darwins barrabase.com.au EMail: info@darwins barrabase.com Contact: Allan.

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

TRAVEL: QLD CAIRNS GROSVENOR IN CAIRNS HOLIDAY APARTMENTS. Fully self-contained, 1 and 2 BR apartments. www.grosvenorcairns. com.au E-mail: info@ grosvenorcairns.com. au Phone 1800 629 179. -YY14★

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 47

Melbourne Observer Classifieds

Phone: (03) 9439 9927. Fax: (03) 9431 6247. E-Mail: editor@melbourneobserver.com.au BUSINESSES TRAVEL: QLD COOLUM BCH COOLUM BAYWATCH RESORT. Stay with the stars. Sunshine Coast. Close to some of Australia’s most famous attractions. PO Box 34, Coolum Beach, Qld 4573. Phone: (07) 5446 5500. Contact: Elaine and Peter. Web: www. coolumbaywatch.com E-Mail: info@coolum baywatch.com

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

TRAVEL: TAS SAFETY COVE

SEA CHANGE, SAFETY COVE. Amazing Tasmanian Holiday Experiences. 425 Safety Cove Rd, Port Arthur. Phone: (03) 6250 2719. www.sea changesafetycove.com. au E-Mail: safetycove @bigpond.com -YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

TRAVEL: 4x4 CAMPERS ECHO 4x4 CAMPERS. Find out why everyone is talking. Tried, tested and trusted for 30 years. Phone: 1300 324 649. www. echo4x4.com.au -YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

WINES ROBINVALE WINES. Certified bio-dynamic and organic wines. Free wine tasting. Cellar door sales. 243 Sea Lake Rd, Robinvale. Phone: 5026 3955. Mobile: 0408 663 695. Door to door delivery Australia wide. www.organicwines.com. au

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

YOURSELF www.aboutmyself. com.au Get cash and have fun. Find out about making spare cash. Contact: Dr Juergen Ude. Web: www.aboutmyself.com. au -YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AUSTRALIAN GREYHOUND MUZZLES. 4 Park Vista, Drouin, Vic 3818. Phone: 0413 676 989. Contact: kellie. Wed: www.australiangrey houndmuzzles.com M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

PET FRIENDLY ACCOMM.

WHAT’S PUBLICON NOTICES

CHARLA-J ANTIQUES. Phone: 0408 578 687. Contact; Kerry. Web: www.charlaj antiques.com.au EMail: info@charlaj antiques.com.au

YOGAPLEX. 48 Main St, Upwey, Vic 3158. Phone: 9752 5838. Contact: George. EMail: gneo@ yogaplex.com.au

ELM COTTAGE TUMUT. Little River Rd, Tumut, NSW 2720. Phone: (02) 6947 5818. Contact: David and Deborah Sheldon. www.elmcottage.com. au E-Mail: david sheldon@bigpond.com

KILKIVAN BUSH CAMPING. Rossmore Park, Rossmore Rd, Kilkivan, Qld 4600. Phone: (07) 5484 1340. Contact: Ralph and Antonija. www. bushcamping.com.au E-Mail: kilkivan@ bushcamping.com.au

TED RYAN. Looking for a professional to run teh show? Compere/ host, auctioneer, promotions, A-grade journalist, voice-over commercials, race caller, all sports, race nights, TV-radiopress, respected member of the media. Phone: 9876 1652. Mobile: 0412 682 927. ted. ryan@optusnet.com. au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

COMBINED HEALTHCARE. Contact: Anne. Phone: 9879 5892, 0417 932 555.

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

EQUISENT. Suite 117, 89 High St, Kew, Vic 3101. Phone: 9726 0588. Contact: Hiram.

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

HYGEIA. 1920 Geelong Rd, Barwon Heads, Vic 3227. Phone: 0411 784 598. Contact: Barb. Web: www.hygeia. com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

LIMBADA GROUP. 250 Ipswch Rd, Buranda, Qld 4102. Phone: (07) 3391 7884. Contact: Mohammed. E-Mail: admin@ limbadagroup.com. au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

MERMAID BEACH PARK VIEW. 40-44 Ventura Rd, Mermaid Beach, Qld 4218. Phone: (07) 5575 6100. Contact: Terry and Trisha Knol. Web: w w w. m e r m a i d p a r k view.com.au M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

OPEN NUTRITION. 390 Chapel Hill Rd, Chapel Hill, Qld 4069. Phone: 1800 339 335. Contact: Dan. Web: www.open nutrition.com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

QUEST CONSULTING. 2 Grainger Ct, Mulgrave, Vic 3170. Phone: 9562 1111. Contact: Graeme Peddle. E-mail: gpeddle@ questconsulting.com. au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

RUN ON SUN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD. PO Box 34, Deepwater, NSW 2371. Phone: (02) 6734 6322. Contact: Andrew. E-Mail: andrew@runonsun. com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

WAVERLEY MEDICAL CENTRE. 244 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley, Vic 3150. Phone: 9814 9999. Contact: Max. Web: www.waverleymc.com.au E-Mail: manager@ waverleymc.com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

To lodge a paid advert in the Melbourne Observer, please phone our office on 9439 9927 by 5pm Monday

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

YERING MEADOWS GOLF CLUB LTD. 178180 Victoria Rd, Yering, Vic 370. Phone: 9738 9000. Contact: Kim. E-Mail: reception@yering meadows.com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

PET FRIENDLY ACCOMM. AZALEA COTTAGE. 84 Warwiba Rd, Old Var, NSW 2430. Phone: ()2) 6553 6636. Contact: Jeanette. Web: www.azaleacottage. com.au E-Mail: azalea cottage1@ bigpond.com.au M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

THE BATCH B&B. 5 Robert Connell Cl, One Mile, NSW 2316. Phone: (02) 4981 9918, 0429 895 114. Contact: Neil Flowers. E-Mail: the batchdonga@gmail. com

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

FORSTER HOLIDAYS. Phone: (02) 6555 2462, 0421 646 163. Contact: Andrea Keen. E-Mail: forster holidays@westnet. com.au

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

Melbourne

Observer

CONVERT YOUR UNWANTED GOODS INTO CASH

Take a free Classified ad in the Melbourne Observer, and sell your unwanted goods. Simply complete the form on the facing page, and mail to PO Box 1278, Research, 3095.

One night only ■ Grammy Award nominee and virtuoso lap slide guitarist Debashish Bhattacharya, who is known for his pioneering virtuosic style, will make his Australian debut playing one night only at Arts Centre Melbourne Fairfax Studio on Wednesday July 16.

Legends game ■ A star studded alumni of AFL greats including Glenn Archer, Anthony Koutoufides, Brendan Fevola, Michael O'Loughlin, Dermott Brereton and newly retired 'rookies' Jeff Farmer, Justin Koschitzke, Andrew Embley and Daniel Kerr will pull on the boots for another chance at footy glory when they line up for the State-of-Origin showdown between Victoria and the All Stars in the annual EJ Whitten Legends Game at Etihad Stadium on Tuesday, July 1.

At Rippon Lea ■ The National Trust will hold its Love, Desire and Riches exhibition at the Rippon Lea House and Gardens, Hotham St, Rippon Lea, from July 1 to September 30.

Mum wins new car ■ Caroline Springs mother Alicia Bermingham has won a new Volkswagen Polo GTI courtesy of a Continental Tyres promotion. The primary school teacher purchased four new tyres at JAX Tyres Essendon.

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

SKENES CREEK BEACHFRONT CARAVAN PARK. No 2 Great Ocean Rd, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay, Vic 3233. Phone: 5237 6132, 0418 78 156. Contact: Charlie. w w w. s k e n e s c r e e k . com E-Mail: info@ skenescreek.com

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

WHAT’S PUBLICON NOTICES AUTOSOL is available at all Super Cheap auto stores. See the display ad in this edition. Free sample offer: send self-addressed envelope to PO Box 309, Freshwater, NSW 2096. Shine and preserve metal forever. Power to treat dull, corroded metal -YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

-YY14★ ---------------------------------------------------

WHAT’S ON FOR SALE

FOOD PROCESSOR. ‘Morphy Richards’. Metallic silver. Model No 48950. Still in box. Never been opened. Cost $399. Sell $350 ONO. Bentleigh East. 9579 1857.

VACUUM CLEANER. Upright. ‘Electrolux’. Never been opened. Still in box. Present. $150 ONO. Bentleigh East. 9579 1857.

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

JUICE EXTRACTER. ‘Panasonic’. High quality, super eficient, wide feeder tube, circuit breaker to prevent motor burn out. Used once. Still in box. Size 25 x 25cm. $150 ONO. Bentleigh East. 9579 1857.

M-P★ BBQ. Slate green. --------------------------------------------------Size 1m x 1m. New. $15 ONO. Bentleigh L AMP. Ceiling, East. 9579 1857. leadlight, hand made, M-P★ timber, size 33cm --------------------------------------------------high. 32 cm diam. BIKES. Mountain. Cost $400. Sell ‘Repco’. Max tracks. $300 ONO. Bent10DS. Size: 26”. leigh East. 9579 With basket and hel- 1857. met. EC. $130 ONO. M-P★ Bentleigh East. 9579 --------------------------------------------------1857. OUTDOOR SETTING. M-P★ --------------------------------------------------Round table, size DRAWINGS, 3. Tractor. 81cm x 81cm. 6 Pen and ink, original. fold-up chairs. UmSiz 20 x 26cm. Frame brella blue, grey steel black. $75 ONO. base. Used once. EC. Bentleigh East. 9579 $150 ONO Bentleigh East. 9579 1857. 1857. M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

M-P★ ---------------------------------------------------

WHAT’S ON

SATURDAY COMMUNITY MARKET WHITTLESEA. Saturday, April 19. 8am1pm. 3rd Saturday of each month. Whittlesea Secondary College, Laurel St. Mel 246 G10. Single site from $20. Enquiries: 0419 357 395. Arts, crafts, plants, clothes, food and more. The market raises some of the funds required so the college and the primary school can have chap-lains. All of the money from the site fees and the sausage stall is used for this purpose.

J-K★ ---------------------------------------------------

To lodge a paid advert, phone our office on 9439 9927 by 5pm Monday

For $99 a year, have the Observer home delivered to your letterbox Observ er Melbou rne

Don’t miss a single issue of the Melbourne Observ er Observer er.. For a discount ed pric eo 9 (a vailable ounted price off $9 $99 (av for a short time only e will mail only)) w we op y tto oy our lett erbo x your o wn c opy your letterbo erbox own cop (an ywher e in A us tr alia). Or ganise (any where Aus ustr tralia). Organise by phone or mail ttoda oda y. oday

Phone 1800 231 311 and pay by Credit Card Or mail to Observer Subs, PO Box 1278, Research, Vic 3095 and pay by cheque, money order or Card (V, M, AE)

Yes! Please or ganise a Melbourne Observ er mail subscrip tion ffor or organise Observer subscription 45 is sues ffor or $99 (normally $213. 75). I unders tand the subscrip tion issues $213.7 understand subscription will be automatically rolled over unless I advise otherwise. Name: ..................................................................................................................................

2nd show added

Postal Address: ..............................................................................................................

■ Asecond show for Queen with Adam Lambert has been aded for Saturday, August 30 at Rod Laver Arena.

............................................................ Postcode: .......................................................

Holiday deadlines ■ Booking and copy deadlines for next week’s Observer are advanced to 5pm Friday due to the Queen’s Birthday Holiday.

Phone: .......................................................................................................................... Cr edit Car d (V Credit Card (V,, M, AE): ....................................................................................... Expiry: ..................................................

Subject to standard subscription terms and conditions

Page 48 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne

Observer Victorian Sport Racing Briefs

Dashed to the front ■ Mount Gambier trainer Andrew Gray combined with Kerryn Manning to land the Melbourne Parkview Hotel Pace for C0 class over 1700 metres with four year old Modern Art/Nadia Lombo gelding Im Lonely in a rate of 2-00.1. Sent forward from gate five to race in the open outside the heavily supported polemarker Dream Bonus (first up since June 2013), Im Lonely dashed to the front on the final bend to register a 1.6 metre margin from Buddyonit (three back the markers) and Gemofabreeze which followed the runner up all of the way.

Cosy trip at Terang ■ Kerryn Manning's Kiwi bred Electric Ollie, a six year old gelded son of Washington Vc and Relentless Lady raced by the Butterworth Racing Syndicate, made up for a most unlucky third behind Cobargo jack at Terang on May 16, by taking the Tab @ West Side Horsham Pace for C3 to C5 class over 2200 metres. Driven by Kerryn, Electric Ollie went forward from outside the front line to park outside the leader Miss Toolern Vale, before receiving cover at the expense of sister Michelle Wight's Wheatsheaf Avaball. Given a cosy trip, Electric Ollie when eased off the back of Wheatsheaf Avaball in the straight, finished best to blouse him by 2.5 metres in a rate of two minutes even, with the roughie Village Spirit coming from last to finish third.

Honest 4-year-old ■ Woorndoo trainer Bob Mahncke joined forces with Ararat's Mick Bellman to snare the Angelique Club Pace for C1 & C2 class over 1700 metres with honest four year old Lombo Pocket Watch/Arabella Lombo mare Lombo Krista Bella. Raced by wife Jenny, Lombo Krista Bella led from the pole, kicking clear on turning to score by 3.5 metres over a death-seating Latoya Lass and Peters Ace which galloped away. The mile rate 200.9.

Stepped cleanly ■ The very much in-form Maiden Gully (Bendigo) stable of David Van Ryn provided yet another winner for the season, when smart Red River Hanover/ Dreamworks four year old gelding Redy To Race was an easy victor of the Quality Hotel Tabcorp Park Melton Trotters Handicap for T0 or better class over 2200 metres at Horsham. With regular reinsman (nephew) Haydon Gray in the sulky, Redy To Race stepped cleanly from 30 metres to settle five back along the markers in a strung out field with Whiteway Lane leading from the pole. Moving to be one/one mid-race after David Murphy eased Super Zeck ahead of him away from the inside to face the breeze, Redy To Race was poised to pounce a long way from home. Commencing a forward move three wide uncovered in the last lap, Redy To race led prior to the home turn, before coasting to the wire 2.8 metres in advance of 40 metre backmarker Mallee Trapper which followed him throughout, with Super Zeck battling away to hold down third, albeit 9.9 metres in arrears of the runner up. It was Redy To Race's 9th success (4 this season) in 29 race appearances.

Run of the race ■ Five year old Blissful Hall/Lavra Riviera gelding Walky Talky was also a winner on the day for Melton's Beau Tindale, taking the Stusfantasyfootball.com Pace for C2 & C3 class over 1785 metres. Driven by Lisa Miles, Walky Talky was given the run of the race from inside the second line following the leader The Smirker, before using the sprint lane to gain the judge's verdict by a neck over Post It Away (four wide home turn from last), with The Smirker holding down third.

4th victory for season ■ Romsey trainer Leigh Miles' smart Sportswriter/ Wemen Wendymae colt Wemen Sporty chalked up his 4th victory for the season when successful in the Young Guns 2-Y-0 Pace over 1785 metres at Warragul on Monday May 26 in a mile rate of 2-03.2. Raced by wife Alison, Wemen Sporty with regular reinsman Greg Sugars in the sulky was taken back at the start from gate six to settle at the rear of the field. Sent forward to park in the open at the bell, Wemen Sporty was much too classy for his rivals, scoring by 3.2 metres over Dreamtime Spirit which led from the pole, with Chivas Shark running on late from well back for an eye catching third.

Superb ■ Darraweit trainer/ driver Lisa Miles produced 4-Y-0 Great Success/Safe On First gelding Jeter to land the Vicbred Trotters Mobile for T0 & T1 class over 2100 metres at Geelong on Tuesday. In what was a superb training performance, Jeter was making his first race appearance since July 2012 and heavily supported into a $1.50 favourite, led throughout from gate three to easily account for Drop Us A Line (four back the markers) by 16.9 metres and Caledonian Breeze which trailed the winner, returning a mile rate of 2-02.9. Bred and raced by Lisa, Terry Wait, Tony Eley and David Raphael, Jeter has a bright future providing he stays sound.

Big night ■ On what was a big night for the Macedon Ranges area, Bolinda's Brent Lilley snared the Happy Birthday Darren Raymer Pace Final for C1 class over the novelty distance of 1140 metres with hot favourite Crusader Acey. Driven by neighbour Josh Duggan, Crusader Acey (Live Or Die/Trustee Mota) was sent forward from outside the front row to race in the open, before surging to the front on the final bend and race away to register a 14.2 metre margin from Cullen Time (three back the markers) and Reeds May which led.

Settled ■ Bolinda's Kari Males was also a Geelong winner when much travelled 6-Y-0 Christian Cullen/ Cruising In Style gelding Turnpike Cruiser greeted the judge in the Jims Mowing Pace for C5 & C6

Baker’s Delight

Harness Racing

This Week’s Meetings ■ Wednesday - Echuca/Terang, Thursday - Yarra valley/Ballarat, Friday - Mildura/ Melton, Saturday - Bendigo, Sunday - Mooroopna @ Shepparton, Monday - Hamilton, Tuesday - Kilmore

Horses To Follow Melbourne

Observer

len-baker@ bigpond.com

with Len Baker

class over 2100 metres. Taking a concession for Melton based Zac Phillips, Turnpike Cruiser starting from gate two on the second line settled mid-field in the moving line, with the red hot favourite Goodtime Marjie leading effortlessly from the pole. In a race which changed under dramatic circumstances on straightening when Goodtime Marjie galloped for no reason, Turnpike Cruiser out wide swept to the front to score from Balance Point from last and a death-seating Discrimination in a mile rate of 1-59.1.

Speedy ■ Wahring trainer/driver Daniel Jack was successful with speedy Art Major/My Ami Lee 4-Y-0 mare Priceless Gem in the MPM Complete Car Care Yarrawonga Pace for C1 class over 2205 metres at Warragul on Monday May 26. Leading out from gate two, Priceless Gem was always in control, scoring by 5.5 metres in advance of Highview Jackie which trailed, making no impression over the closing stages, with Readyforreign (four back the markers) third. The mile rate 1-59.5.

Impressed ■ Junortoun trainer/ driver Scott Dyer's quality 4-Y-0 Bacardi Lindy/ Oh Yes Indeed gelding The Boss Man was an impressive victor of the Peter Glavis Memorial Trotters Handicap for T3 or better class over 2190 metres at Maryborough on Wednesday. Coming from 20 metres, The Boss Man gradually made ground to settle five back in the moving line, with the pole marker Chipmont Lad opening up a margin on his rivals after being allowed to run along. Commencing a for-

ward move three wide solo at the bell, The Boss Man although wide on the final bend, dashed clear shortly after to score by 5.6 metres from Steal A Sixpence (one/one) and Bellmac Cody which faced the breeze. The mile rate 2-02.1.

Surprise ■ Nagambie trainer Chris Lang's Majestic Son/Kyvalley Lily gelding Kyvalley Biff ($54.00) was a surprise winner of the 53 Days To Redwood 2-Y-0 Trotters Handicap over 2190 metres at Maryborough, giving Chris Svanosio his first winner for the stable after joining the camp a few weeks back. Settling three back along the markers from gate two, Kyvalley Biff when angled wide on turning, ran home strongly to defeat his more fancied stablemate Elegant Angus (one/one - three wide home turn) in a rate of 210.5, with Groundwork third after racing parked.

Defied ■ The progressive Horsham HRC conducted Thursday trotting and as usual, horses from the Western District were prominent during the afternoon. Local (McKenzies Creek) owner/breeders Barry and Yvonne Dunn were successful with ultra consistent Jeremes Jet/ Rappa Scooter filly Little Lyn in the World's Best Hoof Oil 3-Y-0 Pace over 1700 metres, breaking her maiden status at start number ten. Trained by Barry and driven by son Aaron, Little Lyn led throughout from gate four, defying all challengers to score by a half neck over Judd Black which trailed, having every opportunity to run her down, with Samara Sky (three wide - death - one/ one - three wide home turn) third. The mile rate 1-58.6.

■ Blixem Stride, Chevals Racer, A Bit Ruthless, Mammals Spark, Jacckabeems, Indulgent, Chivas Shark, Quirinus, Peters Ace, Lets Go Rabbitoh.

Handy win at M’boro ■ Avenel trainer David Aiken is having a ball of late and added another winner to his season's impressive tally, when Somebeachsomewhere/Arty Alice filly Beach Shack defeated her older rivals in the 99.1 Goldfields FM Pace for C0 class over 2190 metres at Maryborough on Wednesday May 28. Driven by Daryl Douglas, Beach Shack momentarily lobbed one/one from gate two on the second line, before being sent forward to tackle the leaders Solace and The Publicnuisance for the lead, only to be trapped three wide until the bell when she eventually assumed control. Despite the tough passage, Beach Shack kept on giving to score by 3.4 metres from Mister Smoochy which shadowed her for the last lap, with Solace holding down third. The mile rate 2-00.5. The stable made it a double when speedy Four Starzzz Shark/Vancellini Castle gelding Jack Starzzz led throughout from gate three to land the James Blundell @ Redwood Saturday 3-Y-0 Pace over 2190 metres from Bad Boy Brad and Real Character in a rate of 2-01.7. Son Josh had the winning drive.

Profit at Warragul ■ Melton co-trainers Maree and John Caldow enjoyed a profitable day at the Warragul trots on Monday May 26 after winning a stable double with Barriettas Bliss in the Dannysthevenue.com.au Pace for C0 class over 1785 metres and Major Charge in the strangely named Warragul Cup Easter Sunday 3-Y-0 Pace over the same journey, both with John in the sulky. Barriettas Bliss a 4-Y-0 Blissful Hall/ Ceeceesspree mare settled mid-field in the running line from gate five, before easing three wide at the bell. Racing solo for the last lap, Barriettas Bliss dashed clear on turning to score by 6.7 metres in a rate of 2-00.2 from Arts Professor which trailed the leader and third placegetter Ionajag, before moving to be one/one on the home turn. Major In Art/Whatsonyamind filly Major Charge led throughout from the pole in accounting for Shicka Sharka which trailed and Catch A Ruby (one/ one - outside winner home turn) in a mile rate of 200.7.

Change of luck ■ Melton trainer Joe Borg had a welcome change of luck, when 11-Y-0 Extrovert/Everstone gelding Stylish Dude scored his first victory since 2011, by taking the Albert Tattison Tribute Trotters Handicap for T0 or better class over 2205 metres at Warragul. Driven by brother Charlie, Stylish Dude began brilliantly from 10 metres to lead, but after being pressured by The Final Cut mid-race, was eased to allow her to assume control. Using the sprint lane, Stylish Dude gained the day by 1.9 metres from The Final Cut in a rate of 207.1, with Adalia Dash third after following the pair.

Winners at Geelong ■ The Caldow's were again winners at Geelong on Tuesday, when 4-Y-0 Union Guy/Passionate Fame mare Union Fame led for the majority of the 1609 metre trip of the Angove Family Winemakers Pace for C0 class. Union Fame safely defied all challengers in defeating Madsisteritis (three back the markers) and Miss Livewire.

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - Page 49

Melbourne

Observer Victorian Sport

Showbiz Extra ■ From Page 42

Top 10 Lists

Magic Millions marvels ■ A record priced filly from one of Australia's leading thoroughbred families topped the recent Magic Millions National Weanling sale on the Gold Coast. The filly, from the stakes winning mare, True Blonde, was offered by Segenhoe Stud and was purchased by leading Sydney based Bloodstock agent, James Harron for $ 710,000. There were bids flying from all points of the sale ring before Herron and New Zealand based agent, Michael Wallace, went bid for bid in a fierce battle to secure the filly. The price is the highest paid for a weanling filly at the Magic Millions Weanling Sale. Herron later said "She's a fantastic filly and we're delighted to secure her.” "It's one of the best families in Australia and an outstanding physical.” The beautiful filly is by all conquering sire, Lohnro, and is a lovely outcross for later on with breeding. The progeny of first season sire, Foxwedge, were popular again with the daughter of Group One winner, The Party Stand, selling for the second top price of $350,000. Foxwedge also provided the day's third top priced seller, Rothwell Park's filly from Sleepy Hollow to New Zealand's Michael Wallace and Prima Park Bloodstock. A colt by Fastnet Rock sold for $220,000 to Musk Creek Farm, while Smart Missile, was another first season sire to shine - he had a filly from Rain Melody sell for $200,000 for Rothwell Park. On the first day of the sales, a cracking colt by leading sire, Fastnet Rock, topped the day when selling for $600,000. Offered as part of the Teeley reduction, the colt catalogued as lot 222, attracted an opening bid of $300,000 when he was presented without reserve. In the end it was the bid of John Moynihan and Tom Magnier on behalf of Stonestreet Stables and Coolmore Stud

Ted Ryan

● Lonhro: Australian Cup 2004 Photo by SLICKPIX, phone 9354 5754

that was successful. "He's a beautiful horse" Moynihan said. "We loved him physically, he has a great pedigree and if he runs he's a major stallion prospect". Over the two days of the sale no fewer than 34 lots sold at six figure prices, helping boost the sales gross to over $ 15.2 millionup over 78 per cent on last year's National Weanling Sale. The average price of $ 43,559 also climbed over 20 per cent, when compared to the $ 36,420 achieved 12 months ago. The outstanding clearance rate of 87 per cent was on a par with 2013. The leading sires over the two days were. ■ Lohnro $310,000 - three sold. ■ Fastnet Rock $237,000- 5 sold. ■ Foxwedge $172,508 sold. ■ Redoute's Choice $155,000 - 2 sold. ■ Stratum $119,458 - 12 sold. ■ D e n m a n

$105,000 -5 sold. ■ Sepoy $ 101,667 6 sold. ■ Northern Meteor $87,500 -5 sold. ■ So You Think $86,000 -5 sold. ■ Helmet $81,667 -3 sold. The Gold Coast team were over the moon with the sales, and why not. Our special thanks to Greg Irvine, the Media Manager for Magic Millions, for the details.

Bendigo big day ■ The Progressive Bendigo Jockey Club is gearing up for a big day come Sunday March 15 at their picturesque track, the "Nursery of Champions". It will be their very popular Mosstrooper Jumps day. Named after one of the great jumpers of yesteryear, the meeting is one of the many highlights the Club holds each racing season. On the eve of the big day the Club will

be holding a big function at the MY Jet Hangar in Bendigo, with a couple of our leading sporting people. Leading trainer and former top jockey, Patrick Payne, will be joined by Hawthorn great, Robert Dipierdomenico, a keen racing man, who races horses including the very smart youngster, Chivalry, prepared by Mark Cavanagh. A very funny man, ‘Dipper’ as he is commonly known has been good friend for many years, and tells many a good story, while Pat Payne is at the top of the tree in the racing world. You can pick up your tickets for the night from the Bendigo

● Redoute’s Choice Photo by SLICKPIX, phone 9354 5754

● Sepoy Photo by SLICKPIX, phone 9354 5754 Jockey Club, at $50 Competition forms per person, which in- will be in the race cludes entertainment, book, and is naturally finger food and drinks. limited to one entry per Excellent value. person to be fair. If you would like to It should be a great attend give the Club a couple of days see ring on 5448 4209 or you there. by email on info@bendigo.country racing.com.au The Mosstrooper ■ News that Blue Raceday on the Sun- Diamond Stakes winday will feature the ner, Miracles of Life, Oaklands Hunt Club would join their team, Hounds display and a brought a big smile to $10,000 tipping com- the faces of the new petition on offer- you father and son combimust pick the winners nation Peter and Paul of the three jumps Snowden races, plus a heat of Miracles of Life the winter champion- had her last start runship. unplaced in the Not that hard, if ning Goodwood Handicap there are multiple winners, they will all be in South Australia. She was sold for placed in a barrel and one name will be $900,000 at the Gold drawn out for the 10 Coast sales recently. - Ted Ryan large.

Miracles

● The Lonhro-True Blonde filly topped the National Weanling Sale. Photo: Greg Irvine

THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING [1975/ Drama/Adventure/Sean Connery, Michael Caine]. FRIENDLY PERSUASION [1957/Drama/Gary Cooper, Dorothy MacGuire, Anthony Perkins]. NEW RELEASE TELEVISION, DOCUMENTARY AND MUSIC DVD HIGHLIGHTS: GEORGE GENTLY: Series 6. TRUE BLOOD: The Complete 6th Season. PARER'S WAR. CALL THE MIDWIFE: Season 3. TOP GEAR: Season 21. DIXON OF DOCK GREEN. THIS DECADE IN HISTORY: The 1930s and 1940s. RUGRATS: Season 6. RUGRATS: Season 5. RICHARD PRYOR: Live in Concert. THE GREAT WAR: 1914-1918. GEORGE BEST: A Genius and a Legend. A HAUNTING: The Anguished. A HAUNTING: Spirits from the Past. EUROVISION SONG CONTEST: 2014 Copenhagen. TOP BLU-RAY RENTAL & SELLERS: 1. THE WOLF OF WALL STREET [Drama/ Crime/Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill]. 2. INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS [Drama/Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, John Goodman]. 3. SAVING MR. BANKS [Comedy/Music/ Drama/Tom Hanks, Emma Thompson]. 4. FROZEN [Animated/Adventure/Comedy/ Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad]. 5. HER [Drama/Romance/Sci-Fi/Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Katharine Boecher]. 6. THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY [Comedy/Fantasy/Adventure/Ben Stiller]. 7. THE HOBBIT: The Desolation of Smaug 3D + Blu-Ray [Fantasy/Adventure/Martin Freeman]. 8. JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT [Action/ Chris Pine, Kevin Costner, Keira Knightley]. 9. PHILOMENA [Drama/Judi Dench, Steve Coogan]. 10. AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. Drama/Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Chris Cooper]. Also: 47 Ronin, American Hustle, Walking with Dinosaurs: The Movie, The Book Thief, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, Gravity, Thor: The Dark World, The Railway Man, Planes. NEW RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS ON BLU-RAY THIS WEEK: GRUDGE MATCH [Comedy/Drama/Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Alan Arkin]. 12 YEARS A SLAVE [Drama/Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o]. ROBOCOP [Action/Joel Kinnaman, Abbie Cornish]. 22 BULLETS [Action/Drama/Jean Reno, Marian Fois]. TRUE BLOOD: The Complete 6th Season. - James Sherlock

More Sulky News ■ Glen Park father and son - Sebastian & Zac Steenhuis scored a terrific victory with bonny Metropolitan/Bye The Deep South filly Tallulah Bay at Geelong, taking out the James And Son Pace for C1 class over 2100 metres. Taking a concession for the teenage schoolboy, Tallulah Bay raced in the open from gate three, before dashing to the front on the final bend to register a strong 5.2 metre victory from Real Performer (one/two - one/one home turn) and This Is Your Life (one/three) in a mile rate of 1-59. ■ Lance Justice produced yet another exKiwi in 4-Y-0 Sands A Flyin/Zwish gelding Phil Monty to take the www.choicehotels.com.au Pace for C0 class over 2190 metres when making his Australian debut. Driven by Jason Hackett, Phil Monty ambled around at his leisure from gate five, winning by 25.4 metres in advance of Quirinus along the sprint lane from last and It Is Ike which trailed the winner after leading out third. The mile rate 2-00.4. - Len Baker

Page 50 - Melbourne Observer - Wednesday, June 4, 2014

www.MelbourneObserver.com.au

Melbourne

Observer Victorian Sport

Proper spirit and sportsmanship ■ What a treat to see the Port Adelaide v Hawthorn game late last monthat the picturesque Adelaide Oval – sold out with a happy crowd. I was so pleased to observe the refurbished ground and amenities have retained the “standing room” only areas in front of the stands and in the outer “under the old oak tree”. It was a great game played in the proper spirit and sportsmanship the AFL is so strenuously seeking. Thank heavens we have Port Adelaide, Hawthorn, Sydney Swans, Adelaide, Geelong and Gold Coast Suns who have the talent and want to play the pure modern AFL football and entertain the millions of fans who love to watch our game live at the ground or on television. The ‘Win at All Costs’ endorsed by some coaches to is ‘old hat’. Worse it is succoured by the new breed of ‘expert comments’ from old players. I’m sick and tired of the endless wrestling packs, snide ‘taggers’ niggling the true champions down to their level and frustrating the stars to protect themselves risking a report. And perhaps robbed of their chance to win the coveted Brownlow Medal. All because our umpires refuse to pay free kicks to protect and earn the respect of the ball player. TV, radio and media commentators spend far too much time on endless replays of incidents which they believe should be reportable instead of ‘reporting’ the Melbourne

Observer

Harry Beitzel www.squidoo.com/harrybeitzel skills, the “ebb and flow” and thrill of the game itself.

Blot of taggers ■ Taggers will be a blot on our game while we have weak, incompetent umpires. The ‘tagger’s’ role is to annoy the opposition champions with any illegal, unfair and unsporting tactics to the point the champion is reduced to defend himself and retaliate. Then the ‘tagger’ has won the

battle. The star is frustrated and is put off his game. His role in winning the match for his team has diminished and in his crude attempt to defend himself he is ‘free-kicked’, warned and occasionally reported. All due to poor umpiring. What can the champion do to fight back? If he is Gary Ablett Jnr., stay focused and outplay and outrun the pest. He could call upon his team mates to dish-out retribution to the tagger which leads to further frees, fights and the game getting out of control. All because of weak decisions by the umpiring ‘team’ of ten. Yes there are 10 umpires who would or should know about the professional tagger and his tactics. At the breaks they should advise the three field umpires of what is going on behind play. But it is an indictment on the other two field umpires that they must surely SEE the tactics well knowing they DO have the power to blow for free-kicks, and/or report, no matter where the illegal holding, jumper pulling and sly punches occur. (The umps sponsor is aptly OPSM and after my op last month I can now recommend a top eye surgeon!) Freo’s Ryan Crowley is the AFL’s ‘top tagger’. To date this season he has dropped the role – a win for the Umps or to astute coach Ross Lyon? Viewing Foxtel’s replays it ap-

This Week ROUND 12 Friday, June 6 Geelong Cats vs. Carlton (ES) (N) Saturday, June 7 Hawthorn vs. West Coast Eagles (AU) Port Adelaide vs. St Kilda (AO) (T) GWS Giants vs. Essendon (GS) (N) Western Bulldogs vs. Brisbane Lions (ES) (N) Sunday, June 8 Gold Coast Suns vs. Sydney Swans (MS) Fremantle vs. Adelaide Crows (PS) (T) North Melbourne vs. Richmond (ES) (N) Monday, June 9 Melbourne vs. Collingwood (MCG) peared to me Umpires’ Director Wayne Campbell and Coach Haydn Kennedy reacted swiftly and the ‘tagger’was punished more often. Well done!

Clarkson news ■ Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson has been discharged from hospital and will continue his recovery at home. Clarkson was diagnosed with Guillain-Barr syndrome.

Sport Extra

Took out five of the 10 races ■ Local trainers at the Mount Gambier meeting on Friday, May 23, had limited hope of “keeping up with the Joneses”, as Victorian couple David and Toni Jones stole most of the spotlight. The husband and wife training pair loaded up the trailer and ventured from Devon Meadows, near Cranbourne, all the way over to South Australia and took out five of the 10 races on the program. David produced Noisemaker and Blitzem Miss in the first two races, while Toni won with Our Blue Earner, Twistex and Fred Best. David and Toni regularly make the long trip to Mount Gambier with their dogs, as well as racing at their local tracks.

Farewell ■ Traralgon's 40-year-old circuit was farewelled by a small crowd last Thursday afternoon (May 29). It was a good day’s racing. Local trainer Barry Harper won the last race on the track with Staker's Chin, a fitting result as Barry has raced dogs at Traralgon for many years. Redevelopment works will soon commence at the Glenview Park Racecourse, where a new greyhound track and facilities will be built inside the gallops track. Among those in the crowd last Thursday were some who had been there on the opening night in 1973. This included race caller Peter Eustace, who broadcast the opening meeting, and was again behind the microphone on Thursday, calling the card including the final race, named

Greyhounds

The word on the grapevine had been that Dewana Result possessed untapped ability, and with that confirmed last week we await with interest to see where connections will place the dog next.

At Cranbourne with Kyle Galley in his honour. And 94-year-old retired greyhound trainer Helen Pattle made a trip back to the races. She recalled carting bricks with her husband from the old Traralgon Town Hall across town to help build the original kennel block before racing began. Works should be complete early in the new year, at which time the Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club will boast a track and facilities equal to any in Australia.

Record trim ■ At only his third start, Dewana Result lowered the 460-metre track record at Warragul last Tuesday night (May 27). His time of 25.43 seconds took 0.3 seconds off the record held by this year’s Warragul Cup winner, Walk Hard. Devon Meadows trainer Brendan Dewan looks to have an exciting prospect on his hands in the form of Dewana Result, who started an oddson favourite and dashed away to win as he liked by 12 lengths.

■ The Cranbourne track record was also lowered last week when the Jason Thompson-trained Phenomenal recorded 29.65 seconds for 520 metres. Thompson describes Phenomenal as very similar to his top dog and sire of the 1990s, Awesome Assassin. "They are incredibly similar," Thompson said. "They are really strong dogs and amazingly fast and would be among the most versatile greyhounds I have trained." Both greyhounds boast a 50 per cent winning strike rate, with Phenomenal currently placed on 16 wins from 32 starts, while Awesome Assassin saluted in 33 of his 66 races. Awesome Assassin is Thompson's favourite greyhound of all time, but Phenomenal might end up changing his mind if his top form continues.

New homes ■ A special gathering at Flemington Racecourse recently saw 14 retired greyhound find new homes through the Greyhound Adoption Program. The Greyhound Adoption Program Afternoon Tea attracted 200 people, made up of staff and volunteers from the program, and around

120 people who had expressed an interest in adopting a retired greyhound. These enquiries had extended from other public events where Greyhound Racing Victoria had appeared, such as the Royal Melbourne Show. According to Greyhound Racing Victoria, 17 of the 60 greyhounds at the Flemington event were eligible for adoption, so for 14 of them to be taken home at the end of the day was a great result. Larissa Darragh, Manager of the Greyhound Adoption Program, said that since the start of this year, the ● Pictured: The farewell program have been “absolutely flat meeting at Traralgon out” with adoptions, attributing the popularity to the recently introduced record at Sale. A lifelong friend of Harvey’s, Pentridge priest Fr Peter GAP Facebook page. Alexander, regularly travelled to the races with Rockfield Chief, and ventured to Sydney to offer good luck and ■ It was 30 years ago this week that support when Rockfield Chief won his connections of top Victorian stayer first race there in May 1984. Rockfield Chief decided their dog would be better suited in New South Wales, so the dog was transferred to Sydney trainer Jill Fletcher. Bill Harvey, Rockfield Chief’s Dandenong-based owner-trainer, told ■ Wednesday: The Meadows the press that there were few suitable (Day), Bendigo (Twilight), races remaining for the dog in Cranbourne (Night), Ballarat (N); Melbourne, and that prizemoney lev- Thursday: Healesville (D), Warragul (T), Sandown Park (N), els in Sydney were better. Harvey expected the dog to thrive Warrnambool (N); Friday: Bendigo in Sydney, on bigger tracks than those (T), Geelong (N); Saturday: available in Melbourne, as Rockfield Shepparton (T), The Meadows (N); Chief liked to have plenty of room to Sunday: Sandown Park (D), Healesville (D), Warragul (T), Sale move in his races. Harvey had previously knocked (T); Monday: Sale (D), Geelong back an offer of $15,000 for Rockfield (T), Shepparton (N); Tuesday: Chief, who had created a big impres- Horsham (T), Warragul (N). sion in breaking the 630-metre track - Kyle Galley

Flashback

Upcoming race meetings