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Child care fight AN ANGRY group of residents flooded the council chambers last week wielding protest signs with a strong message for the council about its decision to outsource its two early learning centres.

Hobsons Bay City Council made a decision to contract out the management of the Altona Meadows and Altona North early learning centres for 170 children.

The decision to outsource was made in-camera, or behind closed doors.

Before the council meeting last Tuesday, concerned parents met with Australia Services Union (ASU) organisers, before making their way to the council chambers.

Cr Luba Grigorovitch moved an urgent motion to defer the outsourcing pending “proper and thorough community consultation”.

She went on to say that given most childcare workers were women, a wage cut would be “a slap in the face for 52 per cent of the population”.

The motion was met with loud applause from the gallery.

Councillors Colleen Gates and Peter Hemphill voted with Mayor Sandra Wilson to continue plans to contract out the centres.

Cr Paul Morgan abstained from voting and Angela Altair had left earlier due to family commitments.

The council cited increasing costs and the Early Learning Framework and National Competition policy as the reason for the outsourcing.

“In keeping with our responsibility as officers and council to deliver value for money and consideration of good utilisation of ratepayer money, the decision was taken,” Director Community Services Peter Hunt said.

Concerned parent Michael Holtz, whose family has used the Altona North centre for the past eight years, was disappointed with the lack of community consultation.

“I am disappointed with Hobsons Bay Council’s refusal to engage the community and staff in consultation as required by their own policies.”

Mr Holtz said he was concerned that the high level of care wouldn’t be sustained due to the outsourcing and the potential loss of long-term staff.

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By NICOLE VALICEK DOG and cat owners are being urged to be careful with numerous emergencies, from snakebites to bait poisoning recorded at Lort Smith Animal Hospital over the last few weeks.

Head Veterinarian, Inpatients Dr Andrew Kapsis said Melbourne’s chaotic weather over the last few weeks had led to a run of “seasonal” pet emergencies.

“The very hot weather seems to have stimulated a lot of snake activity,” he said.

“The Lort has had 10 snakebite cases in the last two weeks, and other clinics are reporting a similar influx.”

He said cats had been more commonly the victims of snakebites than dogs this season, but vets are warning people to be alert when walking their dogs.

Atlona resident Caitlin Flett almost lost her cat Donavan to a snake bite recently after he disappeared for a day and returned weak and injured.

“I immediately thought he might have been poisoned and took him to the animal hospital.”

Donavan was bitten by a snake and given double antivenom.

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Caitlin Flett is happy to have her cat Donavan recovered Picture: DAMJAN JANEVSKI after a snake bite. 111945 are not so lucky.

“It was stressful and sad. We thought he was going to die.”

Dr Kapsis said people could reduce the chance of their pet suffering from being bitten by: Tidying up the backyard and reducing the number of places where snakes may hide, such as in long grass or underneath metal and timber scraps, Controlling vermin such as rats or mice that may attract

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He said it was also important for owners to be careful using snail bait poison.

“Make sure pets can’t get at the snail bait at all and don’t be fooled into thinking that covering up a pile of pellets will be enough to deter a curious dog,” he said.

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HOBSONS Bay City Council will spend $1 million to clean up Jack Madigan Reserve.

The reserve, on the corner of Challis and Mason streets, Newport was fenced off eight years ago due to land subsidence and contamination.

The council has awarded the contract for the rehabilitation of the Jack Madigan Reserve to Entracon Civil Pty Ltd. The site will be rehabilitated with respect to health and environmental risks to ensure it can be used for public recreation. Landscaping works will follow the completion of the site’s rehabilitation.

Transition Hobsons Bay and the local Newport community have fought to remove the contaminants from the reserve and for the land to be reinstated for recreational use since earlier this year.

Cr Peter Hemphill said it had been an ongoing project that required a lot of “investigative work” with the co-operation of the Environmental Protection Authority.

“This is really the start of a lengthy clean-up process,” he said.

Cr Peter Morgan said the problem had “plagued” the council and Williamstown community for the past 30 years.

“It’s good to see we’re finally getting around to solving this problem and fixing it up and returning it to community use.”

The Jack Madigan Reserve was used for oil storage by the Royal Australian Navy during World War II. It was then used as a tip for Hobsons Bay’s solid waste and later converted to a reserve named after a Hobsons Bay Councillor.

The council conducted “rigorous” soil tests at the reserve since 2005 which showed the presence of contaminated material at the site, including asbestos and small quantities of gas.

Large holes of up to five metres were also detected around the perimeter of the original underground fuel tanks.

The investigations conducted by independent environmental auditors and the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) were complete in April 2013.

The audit found the site does not pose a health risk to the community in its current state as the gas release is minimal, the asbestos has been cleaned and the contaminated soil capped.

HOBSONS Bay City Council will advise the Minister for Environment and Primary Industry of the findings from a trial of the rotating screen trommel for separating sand from seaweed.

The trial was conducted in May 2011 and found that the trommel could remove approximately 30 per cent of sand from seaweed in order to provide a more marketable product for recycling.

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Station parking trial

By NICOLE VALICEK ANOTHER 40-plus car parks will be added to Laverton Station during a trial to reduce its long-running commuter parking woes.

Last week the council decided to trial a resident parking permit zone with a capacity for approximately 45 car spaces at Laverton Station.

The parking will be located on the railway side of Railway Avenue, Laverton from east of the railway pedestrian overpass.

The trial is a response to resident concerns regarding an increase in commuter parking.

A two-hour parking limit cur-

rently exists, with a resident parking permit exception on the south side of Railway Avenue.

Many commuters travel to Laverton to catch their train because it is in Zone 1, while nearby Aircraft station is in Zone 2.

Commuters report that the station’s 1000 car park capacity fills up by 7.30am, forcing them to park up to 1.5 kilometres away, often illegally or unsafely.

Cr Colleen Gates said since its construction Laverton station car parking had posed a challenge for commuters and residents living around the station.

“That is an inadvertent cry for help to the State Government. In the meantime we’re hoping to provide some relief for our own residents who have been dealing with this problem for three years now. “It is a trial - we will be looking for constructive feedback from commuters on how it will impact their travel and hope we can work with other departments.�

As part of the trial the council will erect bollards for 75 metres on the south side of Maher Rd west of Bladin St to stop cars from parking on the adjoining railway reserve.

The council will also ask the Department of Education and Early

Childhood Development to secure the access gate at the former Laverton Primary School site to manage emerging safety issues.

According to reports, commuters have taken over the school grounds and are causing road and pedestrian hazards. “There’s been significant discussion with local police and the council around safety associated with parking in the area,� Cr Gates said.

Cr Luba Grigorovitch predicts that the new spaces will be filled “instantaneously� and that more space swill be made available in the future.

Volunteers set the mark

By NICOLE VALICEK TWO Williamstown volunteers have set a new milestone, with each giving 12,500 hours of their time to Scienceworks over two decades.

Tom Brereton, 72, and Vic Wilks, 78, set the new milestone at Museum Victoria through their extraordinary contribution over the past 21 years, surpassing all previous records on file.

But while they are grateful for the recognition, they insist they do not volunteer for adulation. “From day one it’s been about making a difference in the community,� Vic said. “That’s what it’s about for all volunteers.

It’s an opportunity to give something back.� “There’s always something of interested going on and it’s a good group of people to work with.�

Volunteering gives Tom, who uses a wheelchair, the opportunity to retain an active lifestyle. “It means you don’t wake in the morning and say what am I going to do today.�

Tom said he also wanted to set an example for other young paraplegics. “Unconsciously I’m showing our visitors I’m sitting down in wheel chair and still active and involved with the public.� “That’s important for the younger generation of wheelchair people who feel they can’t get involved.�

Vic can usually be found in Sportsworks, while Tom enjoys taking groups on tours through the pumping station or collection store.

They both volunteer two days a week, and their other duties include hosting school groups and assisting with sleepovers.

Tom and Vic were both presented with engraved gold watches as recognition for their voluntary commitment, the hours of which amount to seven years of full-time work.

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Dog off-leash area for trial HOBSONS Bay City Council has agreed to trial an off-leash dog walking area in Brooklyn.

The off-leash dog walking area will be established at the Lynch Rd Reserve for a trial period of six months.

That means dogs will have the freedom of running without constraint, allowing them to play, sniff, chase, roll and romp to their heart’s content.

According to the council the trial should be implemented before Christmas, with temporary signage installed on-site.

Cr Tony Briffa endorsed the trial. “I am, as a dog owner, concerned about offleash areas and the risks to dogs but it’s important that we do have off-leash areas and I’m very pleased that we’re doing this as a trial,� he said.

There are currently more than 15 dog off-leash areas in the municipality, including a popular one at Altona Beach - between Romawi and Mount Streets.

Cr Colleen Gates said the dog off-leash areas across the municipality were very popular among dog owners. “I will be looking forward to seeing this trial and potential installation of a permanent dog offleash area,� she said. “(This) means dog owners in that part of the municipality will not have to put their dogs in cars and drive them down to the beach just to give them an extended run.

A further report will be presented to the council next year before a decision is made whether the site is secured as a permanent off-leash area.

The assessment will depend largely on community feedback.

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By NICOLE VALICEK TWO Altona Meadows students have been awarded the prestigious Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

Courtney Fox and Elizabeth McNair were among 99 young Victorians who were presented with the award at Government House last Wednesday.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is one of the world’s leading achievement awards for young people.

It has three levels of achievement - gold, silver and bronze - with gold being the hardest to attain.

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“We were the first all-girls group to get over the pass from our school.

It’s a massive feeling of accomplishment and I know I can do anything in the world, if I work hard enough,” Courtney said.

Elizabeth said that the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award provided the opportunity to learn essential life skills.

As part of her service she worked with special needs children.

“This award has shown me what I want to do in the future,” she said.

“I encourage everyone to do it ... you learn a lot about yourself.”

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By CHARLENE MACAULAY TAKE care when wrapping up your Christmas shopping - Victoria Police will be on the roads and watching.

Victoria Police has rolled out Operation Break Up across the state, which is targeting the fatal five road user behaviours which are known causes of road trauma.

Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Robert Hill said the community could expect to see police at all major shopping hubs and anywhere else where there will be an influx of cars, pedestrians and cyclists.

Asst Comm Hill said police would be placing particular

focus on driver distraction and seatbelts as we head into the festive season.

“Police will be in the CBD, on the roads around major shopping centres and patrolling the local shopping strips to make sure all road users do the right things in these areas,” he said.

“We know this time of the year can be really hectic and people have a lot of things on their minds.

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“That makes it even more important to ensure all drivers remain vigilant and take extra care.

“If you receive a ticket for using your mobile phone while you are driving, get booked for not wearing a seatbelt or you’re penalised for not crossing the roads correctly, I make no apologies.

“That ticket may just be the reminder or the intervention needed to prevent someone being seriously injured or killed in a collision.

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By NICOLE VALICEK THE OLDEST yoga school in the Western Suburbs has provided a place for young and old to learn and meditate for the last two decades.

Williamstown Yoga and Meditation celebrates its 20th birthday this year.

Principal of the centre Fiona Hyde said the centre was so successful because it did not exclude anybody.

“No-one is discriminated against, no-one is turned away - from babies to 80-year-old people, we’re open to whole community,” she said.

Ms Hyde has taught at the

centre for the past 17 years learning from her first teacher and former partner Susanne Calman who started the centre in 1993.

And Susanne learnt from her mother and Williamstown resident Bette Calman, who holds the Guinness World Record as the oldest yoga teacher in the world.

Ms Hyde said the centre was a place people could escape the hustle and get in touch with themselves.

“We are so overstimulated in the West from mobile phones, computers, people are so exhausted when they come to yoga it’s time to stop and be

still, sit with themselves, get to know themselves.”

Another arm of the centre is its therapeutic yoga which works with people with cancer, mental health, anxiety and depression.

“We’re trying to teach an authentic yoga which works on all levels including physical, mental, and emotional.”

She says yoga is not just something that is done on a mat but can become a way of life.

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Community calendar Dog Agility GET some exercise and have fun with your dog.

The Agility Dog Club of Victoria trains on Friday nights, under lights at WLJ Crofts Reserve, Blackshaws Rd, Altona North. All breeds of dog and all age groups are welcome. New members classes will begin in the new year. Contact Sandy on 0425 762 434 to reserve your place.

Numbers are limited.

Fruit and vegie swaps THREE swaps in two days: Williamstown library and Altona Logan Reserve this Saturday 14 December and Newport Lakes Sunday 15 December. All swaps 10.30am-11.30am. Share your home produce on the common table, exchange tips with other folk, take a share of the produce you can use. Details: transitionhb@gmail.com

Australian Breastfeeding Association JOIN in the group’s last friendly catch up for the year. Share an enjoyable morning with other expectant, new and experienced mums and learn

a little more about breastfeeding and parenting. Friday 13 December from 10am-11.30am at Walker Close Community Centre, 180 Millers Road, Altona North. For further details contact Lauren (03) 9327 2799 or hobsonsbayaba@ gmail.com

donations but please do not leave them outside the shop during this closure. To become a member of our dedicated team please contact Nicky Cooper on 0401 684 977 or Nicky.Cooper2@ wh.org.au

Farmers’ Market

THE Westgate Support Group is holding its Annual General meeting on Tuesday 12 November at 2pm at the Altona library meeting room.

Come along to Altona Primary School’s authentic farmers’ market featuring artisan breads, olive oils, preserves, fruit and vegetables, nuts, plants, cakes, cheese and much more. A fun outing for the whole family with lots of space for the kids to play and different entertainment acts performing each month as organised by Altona Primary School. 9am-1pm on Saturday 21 December, 109 Blyth St, Altona.

Op Shop operations WILLIAMSTOWN Hospital Opportunity Shop volunteers will be taking a break from 4pm Saturday 21 December until 9am Monday 6 January 2014. As always, the team is very thankful for

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Probus RETIRED or semi-retired? Interested in developing new friends or interests? Join the Altona North Combined Probus Club at 10am on the third Wednesday of every month at Community Hall, Cypress Ave, Brooklyn. Guest speakers, films, theatre, trips organised. Wednesday 18 December is Christmas morning tea. Visitors welcome. Inquiries: Lois 9399 2554 or Pam 9314 4640.

Café volunteer needed A VOLUNTEER needed for our Café to drive in their car to get items from shops.

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Country Women’s Association (C.W.A) THE CWA has formed two branches in Hobsons Bay. Daytime group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Evening group meets Tuesday Evenings. If you are interested in being a part of this exciting new group. Contact Kim on 0409 382 510.

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Heritage Walks ENJOY a leisurely two-hour walk each Tuesday at 9.20am with a guide taking historic routes around Williamstown and nearby suburbs. Walks start at the drinking fountain outside the Visitor Information Centre in Nelson Place. Cost is $5.

Inquiries John 0418 377 336 or 9397 6023.

Discover artist within ALWAYS wanted to try watercolour or acrylics?

Do you want to be more creative, and just have fun, while learning to draw or paint? Would you enjoy painting with other like-minded people, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere? Are you a total beginner, or hobby artist in need of a bit of guidance and inspiration? Learn to create beautiful art for your home, with simple, easy techniques anyone can learn. Altona Meadows artist Karin Zeller is running classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from her studio and invites you to join. New students are welcome to join any time throughout the year. No experience necessary. Inquiries: Karin 9369 2339 or 0413 741 085 email: kzeller@optushome.com.au.

Community Music 2014 THE Hobsons Bay City Band is keen to welcome more musicians. If you are a secondary school student, or will be graduating shortly and still have a keen interest in music, or you are a musician who would like to pick up that well loved instrument again, you are most welcome to attend Monday evening rehearsals from 7.30pm at the Newport Lakes Primary School, Elizabeth Street, Newport. Melway Pg 55 J3. Contact Lesley on 0403 851 076 or email hbcb@bigpond.com or check www.hbcb.org.au. Visitors and interested musicians any age most welcome.

Concert Band THE Western Region Concert Band rehearses on Saturday mornings at 9am in the Errington Community Centre, Princess Street, St Albans.

Entry via side gate adjacent to the football oval.

Melway map 26 A1. Vacancies exist for brass, sax and percussion players. Come along, bring your instrument and enjoy playing with us. Inquiries Eddie 9687 6644.

Carer Support GROW - Better Together Carers’ Group for friends and family of those affected by mental health issues. Free and confidential meetings held twice a month in Laverton, Reservoir and Sunbury. Details: 1800 558 268 or www.grow.net.au.

Walking Group DUKE Street Community House Walking Group meets each Wednesday morning at 9.30am for a moderately-paced walk in the surrounding area. Each term we also go on an excursion to places such as Williamstown, Altona Beach and Brimbank Park. Walkers of all abilities are welcome. The cost is $3 per week which goes towards our term excursion. For further information please call us on 9311 9973.

Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities.

Send item details to Star Community Calendar, Cnr Keilor Park Drive and Thomsons Road, Keilor Park 3042 or email to: star@starnewsgroup.com.au Deadline for copy and announcements is noon Wednesday.

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The Year 10 student was among 1800 successful recipients of the Kwong Lee Young Scholar’s Program.

The University of Melbourne program recognises high achieving Year 10 Victoria students and is designed to give them a taste of university life while still at school.

The 16-year-old humanitarian, history and science buff wants to study bio medicine

at the university and saw the scholarship as a pathway to her dream.

“I’m not the type of person that waits for opportunities - I go and find them myself,” she said.

In 2014 and 2015 Hue Man will participate in a tailored program of events and activities which will support and enhance her studies.

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Hue Man said she was overjoyed to be selected.

“I’m most looking forward to everything. I’m just excited about everything.”

“My school was supportive and my teachers pushed me to that limit which has helped me get the award as well.”

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Safe on the station WHETHER you’re coming home from a long day at work or heading out for a night on the town, Protective Services Officer (PSO) Rachel McCartney is there to help.

The 28-year-old is one of 551 PSOs deployed to 81 train stations across Melbourne’s metropolitan network to make commuting at night that bit safer.

Ms McCartney guards the Yarraville and Newport stations with fellow PSOs between 6pm and the last train.

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THE Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club’s Stonehenge Australia Day Swim is fast approaching.

The 24th annual event will be held on Sunday 26 January.

Race director Simone Trigger and said the event is swim number one in the Top of The Bay Swim Series 2014.

“The Australia Day Swim is an opportunity for the club to present itself to the greater community by demonstrating the contribution that it makes.”

The event attracts many swimmers in age groups from Junior (1217 years), Open (18-29 years), Seniors (30-39 years), Masters (40-49 years), Veterans (50-59 years) and Veterans Plus (60 years and over).

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The club has joined forces with the Williamstown Rotary Club’s Big Bay Swim and the Melbourne Swim Classic to make three swims in the 2014 Series.

Proceeds raised from the swims go to the Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club for training, rescue equipment and education resources for the Nippers, Cadets and Lifeguards to keep our beaches safe.

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By NICOLE VALICEK WILLIAMSTOWN Church of Christ has joined thousands of churches across the world in a movement to take back the true meaning of Christmas.

Church Minister Megan Jung said The Advent Conspiracy movement asked people to think about the true meaning of Christmas.

“December usually is a time of people rushing around, commercialism and consumerism that sometimes takes away from what the season is really about,” she said.

Mrs Jung said during the weeks leading up to Christmas people were encouraged

to spend less and instead redirect their money to helping the needy and spend more time with loved ones.

“There’s a sense among our church this is necessary, it’s so easy to get so caught up that you miss the point of Christmas which is something felt both by the church and the community at large.

“There is a lot of God to be found in Christmas and what it really means, wouldn’t it be great if we could focus on that and come back to that.”

Mrs Jung said they were encouraging people to think about the money spent during Christmas and its true value, includ-

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Three weeks ago it was predicted Australians would spend 30 billion on Christmas this year.

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She said the movement also encouraged people to slow down during the hectic shop ’til you drop and take time to spend with loved ones.

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Merry source of season’s greetings HOLIDAY greetings are a selection of greetings that are often spoken with good intentions to strangers, family, friends, or other people during the months of December and January at Christmas and on New Year’s Day. Some greetings are more prevalent than others, depending on the cultural and religious status of any given area.

Controversy has aroused regarding the phrase “happy holidays” as an alleged attempt to diminish Christmas.

The phrase is often proffered when it is known that the receiver is a Christian or celebrates Christmas.

In the beginning of the 21st century, as Christians in increasingly multi-cultural societies continue becoming more sensitive to and respectful of non-Christians and non-Christian faiths, the phrase

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The non-religious sometimes use the greeting as well, however in this case its meaning focuses more on the secular aspects of Christmas, rather than the Nativity of Jesus.

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Huffing and puffing for holidays

Science takes a look ahead THINK Ahead, a major new long-term exhibition looks at the possibilities for life in the future through innovations in science, technology, engineering and design.

“Think Ahead will completely change the way people experience Scienceworks,” said Scienceworks manager Dr Nurin Veis.

“Targeted at eight to 12-year-olds, it’s technologically advanced and thought-provoking.”

Developed by Museum Victoria, Think Ahead encourages visitors to think about the future and their involvement in it through topics including medicine and health, cities, the environment, space, music and communication.

The exhibition includes the opportunity for visitors to: - Redesign their bodies using cybernetics; - Design their own 3D future city with vertical gardens and flying car factories; - Step inside an immersive space craft experience; - Influence others’ emotions through creating different soundscapes.

Think Ahead features world-class innovations from Melbourne, including the Cochlear implant and bionic eye prototype and the two-wheeled electric Holden EN-V, a concept car of the future that can drive its passengers safely to their destination.

Robots are a special feature of the exhibition.

On public display in Australia for the first time will be two Nao (pronounced “now”) robots - advanced humanoids that will walk, talk, remember faces, dance and play games with visitors, and the Da Vinci Surgical Robot that has been used in more than 200,000 surgeries.

“This new experience is totally unique to Scienceworks.

“We’ve integrated immersive multimedia technology with hands-on physical interactions, rare artefacts and the work of local innovators,” says senior curator Kate Phillips.

“Think Ahead showcases timelines of development across key areas of 20th and 21st century innovations and asks the question: What’s next?”

Combining 200 objects from Museum Victoria’s collection and more than 30 items from the wider science and technological community, Think Ahead is the first new permanent exhibition for Scienceworks in seven years.

Scienceworks is open daily at 2 Booker St, Spotswood. Pre-purchasing tickets is highly recommended. Call 131102 or visit www.museumvictoria.com.au for more information.

steamers to take passengers on an authentic steam train journey.

A steam train experience is something the whole family can enjoy during the school holidays and the Family Friendly Fare for two adults and up to three children make this an affordable as well as an enjoyable holiday activity.

So for something different to give the kids a great day out these holidays, take them on a genuine vintage steam train ride.

Trains do not run on Total Fire Ban Days for North Central Region.

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THERE is a certain magic about the old steam locomotives that stirs the imagination of people of all ages and from all walks of life and is a great idea for a school holiday activity.

The evocative sounds of the engine chugging, huffing and puffing as it hauls its load across the countryside, and the unmistakable sound of its whistle - are indeed unique.

The wonderful atmosphere of the days when steam ruled the rails is brought to life on the historic branchline linking Castlemaine and Maldon.

Every Wednesday and Sunday (and Saturdays during January) the dedicated workers of Victorian Goldfields Railway, fire up the old

The Bellarine Railway: Summer Holiday Program Heritage Train Trips Trains run daily from Boxing Day to the end of the first week in January, then daily (except Mondays, Fridays and Thomas weekends) until the Australia Day weekend.

NEW: Queenscliff Station History Tours Tours will give an insight to the railway’s history and its importance to Queenscliff - selected days in January.

NEW: Locomotive Cab Rides Cab rides permit passengers to join the crew and see where the action is subject to availability and conditions.

Day out with Thomas: 28-29 December and 18-19 January Everyone’s favourite, Thomas the Tank Engine will be at Queenscliff for a great day out including a steamtrain ride, unlimited activities and more!

Full details and on-line tickets available at www.bellarinerailway. com.au or call 5258 2069.

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Lifestyle in palm of your hand INDEPENDENT lifestyle resort living at Palm Lake Resort, Truganina, ticks all the boxes with superior resort facilities, high quality homes and affordable prices.

Residents retain 100 per cent of their capital growth if they decide to sell in the future.

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Active and retired in style DOWNSIZING does not mean downgrading.

Ison Village is a beautifully designed boutique over 55s community.

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The Christmas period is an ideal time to review the year and look forward to planning 2014.

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The staff and management of Ison Village wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and look forward to a successful 2014.

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Quick check for last-minute gifts Christmas gift grace period for about two to four weeks after the day, which will also give you confidence to make that purchase.

If choosing a gift for children, check the recommended age group the toy is suitable for, and make sure the child is of age.

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cards, warranties and the like always increase after Christmas.

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Here are some latest releases which are sure to be a hit with a special someone in your life.

For guys, Fast and Furious 6 is the sixth instalment of the high octane series which champions fast cars, hot girls and cool guys.

The Wolverine is also out now on Blu-Ray and DVD this Christmas and for Marvel maniacs out there, it would be a welcome addition to any man’s stocking.

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ASSORTED, Chef gas stove, with 4 burners, oven and grill underneath, Robinhood range hood, all in working order. $150ono. John 0411 529 455.

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ADVERTISERS, in this section are qualified practitioners and offer nonsexual services.

DEEP TISSUE THERAPY, reflexology, pregnancy massages, soothe aches and pains, by appointment 10am- 10pm, 7 days. Werribee. 0439 556 546.

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GENTLEMAN, 51, 5'4", slim/fit, seeking independent lady that works and drives for long term relationship. Slim /medium build, preferably enjoys camping, quiet nights at home, dining out, bubbly and happy personality like myself.

John: 0419 108 806.

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QUIT CIGARETTES IN 60 MINUTES

FOOTSCRAY CENTRAL, 2BR Villa, quiet area, refs essential. 0417 324 178.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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DOMESTIC CLEANER, reliable, experienced, fussy, fast. Call 9749 4025.

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GARAGE SALES

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Call 0434 525 311

Deep tissue. 7 days, 9.30am-9pm.

Bookings essential. Shop 1, 53 Cherry Street, Werribee.

Phone 8742 6347.

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ADULT SERVICES

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MARKET UMBRELLA, wooden frame with stand, $75. 9741 8198.

SOLAR INVERTERS, Aurora, Brand new in box, 5 for sale, 1 x 5mw at $1,400, 1 x 4.2 $1,200, 3 at 3.6 $1,100 each. Call 0400 580 775.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

POSITIONS VACANT

HEALTH COACHES NEEDED! Training provided.

Focussing on healthy active lifestyle.

No exp needed P/T and F/T opportunity available.

Must be ambitious and want to help others.

Leigh: 0403 645 209

PROFESSIONAL CLEANER

Experience, police check, references and own vehicle required. 15-20 hours per week, work located in inner West. Leave contact details on 9255 5398.

SITUATIONS WANTED

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ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTE

New rules apply to the advertising of dogs and cats for sale.

It is now an offence to advertise the sale of a dog or cat unless the microchip identiďŹ cation number of the animal is included in the advertisement or notice.

A registered domestic animal business may use its Council business registration number as an alternative.

For further information, call 136 186 or visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets

HOME BASED INCOME, earn more money, more time, $0-$10K plus with a simple part time opportunity. 0402 031 395.

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Call Jack: 0431 631 704.

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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

PUBLIC NOTICES

Christmas office hours This is the last edition of your Star Newspaper for 2013.

The first edition for the New Year will be Tuesday, 14th January 2014.

Star News Group would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year.

The Keilor Park office will be closed from 3pm Monday, 16th December and re-open Monday, 6th January 2014.

The classifieds department will be closed from 5pm Tuesday 17th December 2013 and will re-open from 8.30am Monday, 6th January 2014

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TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

ICP Educational Institute is ofering the following course in Werribee

DUAL QUALIFICATION

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New & Used Parts Cars, Vans, 4x4’s. Huge Range of Radiators (VN-VS-V6 radiators new $95).

MOTOR VEHICLES

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By ADEM SARICAOGLU THE Lions of Melton have not quite been their usual selves in sub-district cricket so far this summer. The reigning VSDCA South-West premier and perennial contender has not tasted victory since its very first outing of the season - a 10-run one-day win over Yarraville.

Four losses have followed since that opening round triumph back in October, but middle order batsman Jeremy Liddy insists team morale is still good at MacPherson Park.

“That’s been really disappointing but we can’t change the past,” Liddy said.

“We’ve just got to keep fighting and hopefully things will go our way after Christmas or in the next round (away to Roxburgh Park Broadmeadows), because we don’t think we’re too far away.”

Melton’s most recent loss to Altona was its third one-wicket defeat in as many games.

Though poor luck and the void left behind by injured star batsman Mick Allen may well be contributing factors in that streak, Liddy believes the Lions’ batting line-up needs to match the efforts of their bowling attack so far this season.

“I think 200 was a reasonable score last weekend against Altona but they obviously out-batted us and got across the line,” Liddy said.

“So I think the bowling unit’s probably been out-performing the batters at this stage.

“But John Varchione stepped up against Altona with 94, so we’ll be looking for more of that from our top four for the rest of the season.”

Despite Melton’s current standing of 11th on the East-West table, Liddy is confident his Lions

Melton’s batting needs to improve if the Lions hope to play in the finals later this summer. 107216 Picture: DAMIAN VISENTINI can claw their way back into the top six come finals time.

Liddy also backed Melton captain-coach Nathan Geisler - who replaced on-field coach Duncan Harrison after the 2012-’13 summer - to lead the Lions back into finals contention in the second half of the season.

“Nathan Geisler’s doing really well,” Liddy said. “He knows all the guys and we’re training just as hard as we did in previous years, so it’s just on the track.

“Off the field everything’s going well, it’s just on the track we can’t get across the line or get that 10th wicket.

Jacob’s ready to roll

By LIAM TWOMEY WESTERN Region Football League division one coach of the year Brett Jacobs is ready to lead the competition into battle.

Jacobs has been appointed head coach of the WRFL interleague side for next year’s clash against the Southern Football League. The match will be part of the first metropolitan interleague carnival since 1999 and Jacobs said he was looking forward to being involved in the concept.

“I was involved (in representative football) at an under 18 level and played in a game and really liked it,” Jacobs said.

“Some of the guys I played with in that side I am still mates with today. It is a really good concept in that regard.

“Hopefully the players are keen to get involved. Certainly I think younger guys would be really keen. A few of the older guys who battle to get up week to week might be pushing it and give it a wide berth. If that is the case we certainly understand.

“I would hope players were keen and clubs allow them to play and it is well supported.”

The next step for Jacobs will be to finalise his support staff for the match which will be played at Visy Park on 29 March.

Once that is complete he will look at forming the playing squad.

“I would imagine we will be casting a wide net,” he said.

“There are a lot of quality players going around and I think we will have a large group to start with and then make cuts each week until we finalise the squad.”

Next year’s interleague carnival will see the top six metropolitan leagues square off in one huge day of football.

All leagues have been ranked prior to the

Sunshine coach Brett Jacobs will lead the WRFL interleague side. 103727 Picture: DAMIAN VISENTINI games with the SFL in sixth place and the WRFL in fifth.

Other matches will include the fourth-placed Essendon District Football League taking on the third-placed Northern Football League, while the battle for the prestigious number one spot will be contested between the Victorian Amateur Football Association and the Eastern Football League.

“The way the format is set up, within two years you could be playing off for the number one ranking,” Jacobs said.

“It is very similar to the Country Championships and that is certainly really exciting. This is the first year it is in but I just think it will get bigger and bigger as each year goes past. That is why we are really hoping the clubs support it and the players get behind the process and put their hands up to be involved.”

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Best picks

By LIAM TWOMEY

VELOSTER 7 in stock all must clear

THE best junior cricketers in the Westerns Suburbs have been selected for next year’s Victorian State Championships.

Held in January, the Championships will see the Western Spirit under-14, 16 and 18 teams go head to head with other regions throughout the state.

Western Spirit under-14 assistant coach and selector George Shaw was rapt with the depth of talent in the region.

“We want to make certain that the sides that we have picked are heavily in the mix to make finals,” Shaw said.

“We have certainly gone along those lines to ensure we have picked healthy squads and I can honestly say, in each squad we really could have easily picked up to 20 or 25 boys.

“It was very difficult to get it down to the last 13. It was really just about a balance in some sides and some lads are very unlucky to miss out.”

The Western Spirit program has also been given a boost this season through a greater link with Premier Cricket Club Footscray Edgewater and the Bulldogs Cricket Academy.

Footscray players including Michael Kelly, Lucas Dredge and Michael Hill are all coaching sides, ensuring the West’s rising stars get a firsthand look at what it takes to make it at Premier Cricket level.

Shaw said it was great to have the support of the Bulldogs.

Michael Kelly is coaching the Western Spirit under-18 side for the upcoming State Championships. 110197 Picture: DAMIAN VISENTINI “It is outstanding,” he said.

“What Footscray has done is they have put a fair bit of money into this program and the Bulldogs Academy.

“They have thrown a lot of resources into the coaching and on top of that, they have really made sure the club is in a

healthy position to coach all the kids in our own backyard.

“They are being well viewed and well looked after. From our point of view it is a really good opportunity for the western region to make sure the kids are well coached and well looked after.”

George is an All Star

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PLAYING in Wednesday’s Australian Baseball League All Star Game is going to be that little bit more special for Darryl George.

The young gun shortstop, currently plying his trade with both the Melbourne Aces and the Tampa Bay Rays in the US, is very much looking forward to representing Australia against the World All Stars.

This year’s ABL showpiece will be taking place at the Aces’ Melbourne Ballpark in Altona, which for George, is right on his own doorstep.

“I (grew up) in Hoppers Crossing, just around the corner,” George said.

“I used to come down here and watch the old ABL back when that was on, so this is pretty much my backyard.”

At 20 years of age, George still has the world at his feet.

And considering his already impressive resume - donning the green and gold in the familiar surrounds of his home ballpark will be a massive honour for George.

“To represent my country is something growing up as a kid I’ve always wanted to do, and I’m very grateful to be given that opportunity,” he said.

“It’s just cool. It’s always an honour to be able to represent your country, especially in front of friends and family as well being so close to home.

“So I’m looking forward to the opportunity and I’m sure it will be a fun night as well.”

Since signing with the Rays in 2010, baseball has become a 24/7 gig for George.

He was just a teenager when the Rays first snapped him up after representing Victoria as part of the Major League Baseball Academy program on the Gold Coast.

Naturally, it took George a bit of time to adjust to his drastically new lifestyle, but he insists it does get easier with experience.

“I think definitely in the first year the home-

Darryl George will take part in Wednesday’s ABL All Star Game at Altona’s Melbourne Picture: SMP Images Ballpark. 112094 sickness is huge,” George explained.

“You’re 18-years-old, fresh out of high school and you’re so used to being with mum and dad and then you go away and it’s a dog-eat-dog kind of world.

“It’s a very competitive place and I think it just means you have to grow up a lot quicker.”

Though George may now be well on his way to the big time, he hasn’t forgotten his humble beginnings as a Werribee Giant.

“I’m definitely looking forward to going down there and helping them out a bit more.”

Contact Star Sport on email: starsport@starnewsgroup.com.au

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Troy Malthouse produced a two-run hit to help get his Rams across the line last Tuesday Picture: MATHEW LYNN evening. 88523

Newport set up

By ADEM SARICAOGLU NEWPORT has set itself up nicely for the final two-thirds of the Division One Summer League baseball season.

The Rams scored their third win on the trot last Tuesday night at Melbourne Ballpark with a tough 7-5 triumph over Upwey.

Just two days earlier Newport thrashed the same opposition 21-5, but coach Grant Weir insisted Tuesday’s two-run win was just as impressive.

“It sounds strange but we really had to fight (on Tuesday), whereas Sunday came pretty easily,” Weir said.

“But we knew playing them again was going to be tough, and it was.

“They took a 4-0 lead at the

top of the first inning and that could’ve just kicked us - but we scored three in the bottom of the first and then our pitchers settled right down and kept them to one run for the rest of the game.”

The result took the Rams to a solid 6-5 record for the season, prompting Weir to praise his side’s form to this point in the summer.

“We’ve won our last three and had a couple of washouts in those games as well which we would’ve been hopeful of getting a result with,” Weir said.

“To be 6-5 with the two washouts as we are, I think that’s probably about par for where we thought we might be.

“We’ve had five losses and I don’t like having one loss - but

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the six wins have been good.

“Our defence and pitching has been pretty good all year and we’re just starting to hit our straps as a hitting team now, too.”

Currently well-placed in Conference Two of the division, the newly-promoted Rams have firmly put themselves into finals calculations.

However Weir knows better than to get too caught up on his side’s current success, acknowledging there’s still a long summer of baseball ahead.

“I’m not too worried about finals at this point,” he said.

“It’s a long season and it’s the original ‘each game as it comes’ approach because the finals are too far away to start thinking about.”

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Tigers off to flying start

I LOVE the passion people have for their football clubs at all levels of the game from AFL to grassroots. Last week I hosted Inside the Kennel at the Bulldogs and president Peter Gordon spoke about the future of the club with genuine passion and commitment, but tempered with the knowledge and wisdom, that success comes from hard work and planning. Then I interviewed the three draftees to the club. Two eighteen year-olds and a 23 year-old. Matt Fuller, the 23 year-old, cannot get the smile off his face, and rightly so. He thought his AFL dream was gone, and while he was happy to play at SANFL level, he still had the desire to play at the top level. He, like the other two, is now living his dream and good luck to them all.

PASSION can also become poison when people become blinded by it. That is when the other p word - paranoia, sets in. I have been taken to task in recent times by a few clubs over my comments both in this column and on SEN. That is fine, I welcome feedback both for and against. I do not profess to have all the answers to the problems of the world, but I am entitled to have an opinion, and if you do not agree with me, that is fine too. It is an opinion, not a fact. I don’t get personal and I don‘t expect it from others. Feel free to challenge my opinions by all means, I welcome that.

I HAVE started my summer stint on SEN and you will be hearing a lot of me in the coming

In the

Doghouse KEVIN HILLIER weeks on various timeslots during the day. This is the quietest time of year for football news as all clubs, at all levels are holidaying, and all leagues are closed down as well, but it does give the chance for some lesser profile sports to get some exposure. I really enjoy being on air over the summer - it does have its challenges but it is good fun. I want to thank all those readers who have sent emails with events and news during the year. I do appreciate your contribution to this column and hope it continues in the future.

CHRIS Byrne and the team at Westpoint Ford have been my sponsor since day one and I value their support and commitment. I am looking forward to being with my family over Christmas. I would like to wish all readers a safe, happy and fun Christmas and look forward to be back in 2014.

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Shaun Dean and Tim O’Brien recently played in the VSDCA rep side and while both made a valuable contribution with bat (Dean 35, O’Brien 42) they lost on the second last ball of the game. The last T20 game for the season is on this Tuesday (17 December) at Chirnside Park with a barbecue, so head down and see some of our local cricketing talent in action. I would love to hear from other cricket clubs with details of how you are going in 2014.

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