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dents need to be cautious of is leaving candles unattended in the bedroom or around the house as they can easily be knocked over and become hazardous to the occupant if a fire is started. Mr Ventrella said families should talk through safety precautions ensure all smoke alarms are
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Crooks busted By JESSE GRAHAM CRIME statistics have skyrocketed in the Cardinia area, according to the latest statistics, but key crimes, such as family violence, remain higher in the Yarra Ranges. The latest round of Victoria Police statistics were released on Wednesday 28 May and outlined a rise in crime for both Police Service Areas (PSAs) between 1 April 2013 and 31 March 2014 compared to the same time in the previous year. In the Yarra Ranges, total crime rates rose from 6144 to 6569 offences - a rise of 6.9 per cent - while in Cardinia, statistics jumped 22 per cent, from 4984 to 6080 offences over the 12 months. However, Cardinia Inspector Rob Wallace said the dramatic rise in offences recorded was due to improved police presence on the streets. “In simple terms, local police have detected hundreds of extra offenders for offences such as the possession of weapons, anti-social behaviour and similar,” he said. “It is also an indication that local policing strategies to ensure police are in the right areas at the right times are having an impact.” Family violence assaults rose in both PSAs over the time period, with a 20 per cent rise in the Yarra Ranges and a 7 per cent rise in Cardinia. Yarra Ranges Inspector Colin McKinney said that the jump in statistics can be attributed to more confidence in the community in reporting cases to police. “Yarra Ranges (police) will continue to focus on family violence,” Insp McKinney said. “Improved confidence is already apparent through the increased reporting of family violence and increased referrals of people in need to support agencies.” A divisional family violence unit is currently operating in the Yarra Ranges to target the issue and provide guidance to those in need. On a number of other key crime issues, the two PSAs had a divide be-
tween their results, with contrasting rises and falls for certain offences. Drug offences dropped 4 per cent in Cardinia across the time period, but rose 6.7 per cent in the Yarra Ranges in the same time. Meanwhile, property damage dropped 11 per cent in the Yarra Ranges, but jumped 18 per cent in Cardinia. Thefts from motor vehicles rose 9.3 per cent across both PSAs, with theft offences rising from 548 to 599 in Cardinia and from 560 to 612 in the Yarra Ranges. Both officers said that thieves target motor vehicles opportunistically, and urged drivers to take care to lock vehicles and leave valuables out of sight. “It was evident during the reporting process that victims were leaving vehicles unlocked in garages, driveways and on residential streets,” Insp McKinney said. “Most of the damage and vehicle related crimes are opportunistic,” Insp Wallace said. “The local community can play a major part in reducing these offences from occurring by removing valuables and ensuring vehicles are locked and secured at all times, preferably off the street in a garage or driveway.” Road policing was a major issue for both areas, and while the Cardinia PSA recorded a dramatic drop in road fatalities from nine in the 2012 calendar year down to one in 2013 - an increase of deaths was seen in the Yarra Ranges. In the 2013 calendar year, eight people died on Yarra Ranges roads, up from five the year before. Insp McKinney said that young and elderly drivers were the most vulnerable road users, and said one of the key risks for road fatalities or serious injuries was distraction or speeding. Insp Wallace echoed these comments and encouraged drivers to play their part in road safety by respecting other road users and following the road rules. For more information on the latest police statistics, visit www.police.vic. gov.au.
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Festival of creative flare IN THE lead up to the 8th Belgrave Lantern Festival, the creative flair that encapsulates Belgrave is coming to life. Parade organiser Amy Middleton said preparations for the event are in full swing with locals already getting crafty with their lanterns for the annual event. She said in the past thousands of people have flocked to the town to take part in the parade and it is well loved by the community. “The lantern parade is about bringing the residents together and it is one of the few events that the whole family can be involved in,” she said. “The parade is just one element of many that make Belgrave what it is. “It really encapsulates how vibrant Belgrave really is – and it’s happening on an extra special day.” For the full story, see page 4.
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By MELISSA MEEHAN IT ALL started with the 50 acts of fearlessness challenge. Sassafras resident Kiarne Conder, 19, said she felt like she was existing but not really living. “I wrote down 50 things that I wanted to achieve over 100 days to conquer my fears and become a better person,� she said. “I’m halfway through it at the moment and regularly update my friends and family about it on social media.� As part of her 50 acts, Kiarne decided to perform a random act of kindness. “It took me a while to figure out what that act would be but after spending a weekend camping in freezing Bendigo an idea went through my head,� she said. “Every day I walk past homeless people in the city, I feel bad for them but reluctant to give them the little money I have as I don’t know they’ll spend it the right way. “Usually I donate to op shops, but seeing all those freezing bodies in the city streets each day and knowing it hasn’t even hit winter yet I thought I’d love to go out and hand some warm clothes to the homeless.� From there Kiarne got the ball rolling. She posted Facebook statuses and many family and friends said they also wanted to get involved. “So I created a Facebook event called Walk for Warmth,� she said. “And we held it last week - and it was so amazing to see how thankful people were when we handed them the clothes.� Kiarne said many people were surprised that she was not affiliated with any church group and had start-
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MACCLESFIELD Primary School students have been busy with interesting activities as part of Education Week. Seven students form grades three, four, five and six took part in Helmeted Honeyeater’s Ambassador Training Day to lead students in becoming experts on the topic. Teacher Susan Birch said the aim for the selected students was to be able to teach, guide and lead other students in supporting the survival of the world’s only wild population of the helmeted honeyeater. “Our student ambassadors felt truly privileged to join another six students and their teacher from Yellingbo Primary School on a full day of learning led by environmental officer James Frazer and ornithologist Bruce Quinn. Mrs Birch said the student also learned about the relationship between local and the genetically isolated Leadbeater’s possum’s and the helmeted honeyeater that both share the same habitat in Yellingbo. “They also learnt how to make up the supplementary food that is fed to the birds at feeding stations along the re-
serve in the remnant habitat,� she said. “We loaded up into four-wheel drives and drove out to these stations, walking silently along boardwalks to the viewing spot. “Our group was fortunate to see five birds - that is 5 per cent of the world’s population we learnt.� Principal John Chiswell said the school, alongside Yellingbo Primary School, has been involved in the Helmeted Honeyeater project for nearly 15 years. “This is such an important project and the link between our school and the friends of the Helmeted Honeyeater is such a wonderful example of our students taking action.� A science day was also held as part of Education Week. Mr Chiswell said children came dressed as scientists and participated in three different science experiments ranging from chemical change in making slime to balloon powered rockets. “In a time when science funding is cut back and science is seen as such an important subject in schools, our school event was timely in promoting scientists and science,� he said.
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ON the third anniversary of the disappearance of 13-year-old Boronia girl Siriyakorn ‘Bung’ Siriboon, Homicide Squad detectives are appealing for information from the public about a possible sighting on the day she went missing. Bung left her home in Elsie Street, Boronia, around 8.30am on Thursday 2 June 2011. She was last seen by a neighbour just after 8.30am in Elsie Street, walking towards Albert Avenue. Detectives are investigating information about a sighting of a young female in a car in Boronia Road between 8.30am and 9am on the morning Bung went missing. The information suggests that a female was seen in the rear passenger seat of a white EA to EF model Ford Falcon station wagon. The car was reportedly driven by a male of Caucasian appearance, who was described as being in his late 50s to early 60s and was wearing a blue singlet. He had light brown hair which was combed back in what was described as a rock and roll style. He also had a coloured tattoo on his left upper arm. The car was sighted at traffic lights in Boronia Road, Boronia, facing east at the inter-
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THE long-awaited UT CRASH project is finally a step closer to getting started, thanks to $1 million funding from the Yarra Ranges Council. The funding is part of a $2 million policy which would see money allocated to sporting pavilion improvements each year. The policy also includes Belgrave South Community Sports Pavilion and Don Road Soccer and Netball Pavilion. Mayor Fiona McAllister said the council had conducted an audit of sports pavilions last year and found that many were inadequate. “Most were built in the ’60s and ’70s in a time when things were different,” she said. “Many don’t have suitable change rooms for women or umpires.” The UT CRASH committee is
thrilled with the news, and celebrated last week at their Upwey facility. The funding will mean that 23 community groups, including sporting clubs and other organisations will have a new home. “This project is going to cost roughly $2.5 million,” committee member Andrew Peterson said. “Confirmed funding includes $250,00 from the Dandenong Ranges Community Bank, $500,000 from the Federal Government and $250,000 from members in cash and kind. “So it’s great the council is also supporting the project too.” Mr Peterson said the group had also contacted the State Government and was hoping they would chip in $500,00 for the project. The hub will also include a designated Neighbourhood Safer Place, which will serve as a meeting place for the community in the event of a
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Your opinions are sought OVER the past few weeks, each level of government has handed down their budget for the 2014 to 2015 financial year. Premier Denis Napthine and State Treasurer Michael O’Brien handed down the Victorian Budget, which I am pleased to say has included many investments that will benefit the Yarra Ranges. Prime Minister Tony Abbott and Federal Treasurer Joe Hockey have delivered their first Federal Budget and along with 78 other local councils, Yarra Ranges Council delivered its draft budget and council plan, which is currently open to public submission. While the media is abuzz with the budget announcements of the State and Federal Governments which will be debated in Parliament over the coming weeks, I would encourage ratepayers to look at their council’s budget also. Each year councils conduct consultation with residents and other stakeholders to seek their views about budget options for the coming year and beyond.
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This is your opportunity to tell your council which services you think should be a priority and what infrastructure needs to be maintained, improved, replaced or constructed...
This process includes a 28-day public consultation, submission period and opportunity to present to residents by helping to reduce the service will connect Melbourne the council. This is your opportunity to tell cost of living through fairer and Airport to the city with services departing from Southern Cross Station your council which services you cheaper ticketing. think should be a priority and what Anyone who travels from Lily- every 10 to 25 minutes. infrastructure needs to be main- dale to the city each day for work or The record investment in educatained, improved, replaced or con- to study will benefit from more cash tion includes local funding of $1.2 structed. million which has been allocated in their pocket. The Coalition Government’s From the beginning of 2015, ca- to Manchester Primary School in fourth State Budget has a great em- sual transport users will notice sav- Mooroolbark. phasis on creating improved infra- ings of about $5 per day and regular This funding will be used to restructure for Victoria’s future. users will save as much as $1200 per develop the school providing improved facilities which will benefit There is record investment in year. roads, public transport, health and Public transport investment con- current and future students. education, all of which leads to bet- tinues with the Airport Rail Link As always, if I can ever be of aster employment opportunities for which will please local residents sistance with any Victorian GovernEmailwho diary entrieswith to: editor@yvnews.com.au by 5pm please Wednesdays the Yarra Ranges. contact me on struggle the current trans- ment issues, Our changes to public transport port options available to get to the 9735 3208 or at christine.fyffe@parwill greatly benefit so many local airport. The convenient and efficient liament.vic.gov.au.
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GAIN confidence and public speaking skills at the next meeting of the Dandenong Ranges Toastmasters Club on 4 June at 7.30 pm in Kallista Mechanics Hall. For more information, call 9754 5761.
EMERALD Community House is hosting an asthma information session on 7 June from 1pm to 4pm. Cost, $60. To book or for more information, call 5968 3881 or visit www.emeraldcommunityhouse.org.au.
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SONGS for Mother Earth with Barb McFarlane on World Environment Day is on at The Tin Shed, Belgrave, on Thursday 7 June from 7pm. Cost $10 or $8 concession. For more information, call 0424 100 420.
KALLISTA Community House Art and Craft Market is on Saturday 7 June from 9am to 1pm in front of the community house, 2 Church Street, Kallista. For site bookings, call 9754 4930 or 0402 012 247.
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KALLISTA Community House Art and Craft Market is on Saturday 7 June from 9am to 1pm in front of the community house located at 2 Church Street, Kallista. For site bookings, call 9754 4930 or 0402 012 247.
MIKE Rogers will speak about psychiatric nursing on 9 June at Monbulk Combined Probus at Monbulk Bowling Club from 10am.
Healing meditations FRANCES Peterson of Healing Vibrations is facilitating healing meditations fortnightly from 5 June at Monbulk Living and Learning Centre, 21 Main Road, Monbulk, from 7.20pm. Cost $15. For details or to book, call Frances on 0409 325 692 or email frances@healingvibrations.com. au.
First aid SELBY Community House is offering CPR and level two first aid course on Friday 6 June from 10am to 1.30pm. $60 for CPR course or $120 from CPR and level two course. Bookings essential, call 9754 2039 or email selby@selbyhouse. com.au.
Anaphylaxis session EMERALD Community House is hosting an anaphylaxis information session on 7 June from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Cost, $60. To book or for more information, call 5968 3881 or visit www. emeraldcommunityhouse.org.au.
Market day MONBULK Winter Market Day is on Saturday 7 June at St George’s Anglican Church on the corner of Main Street and Silvan Road, Monbulk, from 9am to 1pm. For stall holder inquiries, call 9756 6038.
Homemade soap JOIN Robyn from Robyn’s Soap House on Thursday 12 June at Belgrave Library from 6pm to discover the art of creating natural handmade soaps with no nasties. For more information on the free talk or to book, call 9754 7266 or email www.erl.vic.gov.au.
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THE Ferntree Gully VIEW Club Luncheon is on 23 June from 11.30am. This is their birthday so a Postie fashion parade will be held to celebrate. Please dress in red if possible. New members and visitors welcome. To book call President Isabel on 9758 5435.
Sound meditation MUSIC and sound meditation at Emerald Community House, 356-358 Belgrave-Gembrook Road, Emerald, on Sunday 22 June and 27 July from 5pm to 6.15pm. Cost $12. To book call Mary on 0413 477 782.
Stone course A FOUR day beginners stone walling course is running over Tuesday 24 and Thursday 26 June from 7.30pm to 9pm and Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June from 8.30am to 3pm with lunch included. Located at Forest Edge Stone, 74 Monbulk Road, Kallista. Cost $380. To book and more information call 0412 812 144.
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CHRISTMAS in July Market Day is seeking expressions of interest for stallholders for the event at Emerald Secondary College on Saturday 19 July from 10am to 3pm. Cost $30 per space. To book a spot or for more information email Matilda at matildas_sinclair@y7mail.com.
EMERALD Community House is offering a CPR refresher on 14 June from 9.30am to 11.30am for $65 and First Aid Level 2 session on June 14 from 9.30am to 12.30pm for $130. To enrol, call 5968 3881.
VIEW meeting THE Ferntree Gully VIEW Club Luncheon is on 28 July from 11.30am. Speaker is Carol Chai on Cambodia. New members and visitors welcome. To book, call President Isabel on 9758 5435.
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LEARN about the powerful owl and how a group of dedicated volunteers rescued and regenerated its bushland home from 2pm on Sunday 15 June at Sherbrooke Gallery, 62 Monbulk Road, Belgrave. Free event. To book, call 9754 4264.
SCOTTISH Country Dancing Classes (no bagpipes) are held at St Margaret’s Uniting Church, Hull Road, Mooroolbark on Mondays from 8pm. For more information, call 9876 9206.
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JOIN with a friendly group of men and women at Maroondah Take Off Weight Naturally club on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm at St Margaret’s Uniting Church, Hull Road, Mooroolbark. For more information, call Marcia on 9725 1259.
BELGRAVE’S Sooki Lounge is hosting The Audreys on Thursday 12 June from 8pm. Tickets $25. For more information, visit Sooki Lounge on Facebook or call 9754 7567.
FOSTER Care information session is on Tuesday 17 June from 7.30pm at 47-51 Castella Street, Lilydale. Full training provided. For more information call 1300 889 335 or register online at
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Lantern Fest By REBECCA BILLS FOR the first time the idyllic 8th Belgrave Lantern Festival is on the actual day of the Winter Solstice - the shortest day of the year. Marking the midst of winter, event organiser Amy Middleton said the event marks the heralds turning point with new beginnings celebrated coming into warmer and longer days in the lead up to Spring. “The parade signifies a new star, something fresh and new as well as looking forward to the spring and saying goodbye to the winter that has passed,” she said. “That ethos goes back years and year to medieval times but for Belgrave specially celebrating moving forward is a wonderful thing.” Another event organiser and Executive Director at Burrinja Ross Farnell said in the lead up to the event they are really focussing on getting community groups, organisations and anyone who is inspired to create their own big lanterns this year to get involved. “This making the parade more spectacular than ever,” he said. Each year the Lantern Parade brings together the Hills community in a celebration of friendship and creativity with the street reclaimed for the people with thousands flocking to take part with hundreds of lanterns lining the main street. Ms Middleton said this is a community driven event that encompasses the community spirit that is typically Belgrave. “In the previous years there have been up to 7000 people involved in the event,” she said. “It really had that grassroots community feel and it’s all about bringing the residents together and its one of the few events that the whole family can be involved in.” The Belgrave Lantern Parade is on Saturday 21 June along the Main Street. For more information about the event, visit www.belgravelanterns.org.au. For those wanting to be a part of the Belgrave Lantern Parade, email celebrate@belgravelanterns.org.au or for lantern workshop information email create@belgravelanterns. org.au.
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Fire victims set to build A SWEEPING change to the Bushfire Management Overlay will bring a fairer system for landowners in the Yarra Ranges, with issues that locked land from development set to be resolved. On Wednesday 28 May Planning Minister Matthew Guy outlined a number of changes to the BMO, which he had adopted after a long consultation. The changes, which include provisions for bunkers and fixing vegetation clearance rules, will come as a relief
same situation and we have heard some terrible stories.” Under the BMO changes, vegetation clearance obligations will be limited to a property’s boundary, where before it hadn’t been restricted. A clarification will also be added to the overlay, which outlines that existing homes can be rebuilt without having to meet the overlay’s conditions, as a new home would. Yarra Ranges Mayor Fiona McAllister said that the changes acknowledge people’s rights to live in bushy areas, such as those around the Dan-
denong Ranges, while still mitigating bushfire risk. “It looks, at this point, as if it will resolve all the issues for those building in BMO areas,” she said. “For all of the people who have been fighting for years to achieve this, it is an incredible outcome.” The council had long advocated for a change to the BMO after being unable to issue planning permits to landowners affected by the overlay. The BMO was developed as a result of the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal
PJ kids were dancing the night away By MELISSA MEEHAN IT’S a disco for the kids, by the kids. Cockatoo’s disco is ramping up again to celebrate the end of term and the kids are already excited. On 27 June, from 2.30pm to 5.30pm children of all ages are invited to attend the disco dressed up in PJ theme. On Friday, Bree, Gryphen, Evie, Ruby, Sian, Matt and Jack ran a dress rehearsal, already excited for the event. Dressed in their onesies, Evie and Ruby said they couldn’t wait for the disco. “It’s really exciting,” Evie said. “We run the disco, so we have people being the DJ, working in the kitchen, others take ticket sales.”
The non-for-profit event aims to give the children of Cockatoo something to do, and to look forward to. Evie’s mum Kathy Brown said she helped with setting the hall up, as well as paying for the technology needed to get the event up and running. “The kids do it all, it’s so good for them,” she said. “Not only are they doing something for the community but they are learning how business works, too. “All the money raised from the night, goes towards making the next one bigger and better.” It will be held at Cockatoo Hall, and costs $5 for kids while parents are free. For more information see the Cockatoo Disco Facebook page.
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Do you have a view on the changes to the subdivision provisions of the Low Density Residential Zone proposed by the Minister for Planning? Yarra Ranges Council is seeking your view on the proposed changes to the Low Density Residential Zone to reduce the minimum subdivision size from 4,000m2 currently to 2,000m2, when connected to reticulated sewerage, subject to planning permit approval. Go to www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/ldrz to have your say on the online survey or make a submission. The survey and submissions close Monday 30 June 2014. For more information about the changes contact Strategic Planning on 1300 368 333 or go to www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/ldrz
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• Have you enrolled in a Community Kindergarten for 2015? • To receive an offer in the irst or second rounds you must be enrolled for kindergarten prior to 30 June
• First Round offers for 2015 three year old pre-kinder will be posted out the second week of August Three Deferment Information sessions will be held to discuss kindergarten readiness and the deferment/ withdrawal process. Session details will be provided with your letter of offer. Enrolments for all community kindergartens are now managed by Cardinia Shire. A full list of community kindergartens and information regarding the enrolment process, including application forms, can be found on Cardinia Shire Council’s website: www. cardinia.vic.gov.au or call 1300 787 624.
YARRA Valley Water is inviting 60 of its Selby customers to have their say about sewer options for their area in a survey. General Manager Sustainable Development Sam Austin said the consultation gives customers a chance to put forward their views on whether they would like to be part of the sewage backlog program and urged customers to take part. “We want to know how many people support the provision of a reticulated sewer system to the area instead of using a septic tank system,” Mr Austin said. “While work is being undertaken by South East Water in neighbouring areas, it seems like an opportune time to have the conversation and hear people’s views. Residents in the Selby area and whose properties have been identified as part of the Selby backlog project will receive the survey by mail. “Please take the time to complete the survey as we want to hear from you,” Mr Austin said.
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Commission and introduced in 2011. It currently applies to land that may be significantly affected by a bushfire and large swathes of the Yarra Ranges are covered by the overlay. The changes to the BMO do not require a change in legislation and are expected to be gazetted state-wide in early July. Information for landowners and councils on the changes and how it affects them will be available when the changes are implemented at dpcd.vic. gov.au/planning.
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Orange role is in the offing By ANEEKA SIMONIS CAN you see yourself in orange? That is the question being posed by Emerald’s State Emergency Service’s (SES) Acting Controller Ben Owen as he opens the door to new team members. A volunteer recruitment night is being held at the Emerald unit on Monday 16 June to invite new members to learn about or join the vital community group. The Victorian SES plays a critical role in community safety, with more than 5000 volunteers across the state. The Emerald SES group has about 20 members and would like to double that number after the recruitment night. “More hands make light work,” Mr Owen said. SES volunteers come from all walks
of life, and are joined by a common desire to give back to the community. Peter and Mary Copp joined after their recent retirement. “The SES is a great place to meet new and exciting people and Emerald unit always welcomes newcomers,” Mr Owen said. Local SES heroes serve their communities 24 hours a day, seven days a week against bushfires, flood, storm, earthquakes along with road incidence response and search-and-rescue operations. Volunteers receive accredited, recognised training as part of their role, which may include rescue skills, chainsaw operations, educating the public or securing a roof in a storm. Mr Owen said volunteers were inte-
gral to the state’s emergency response strategy. “It is vital to keep the SES running. Governments would have to find alternative ways to respond to emergencies,” he said. Emerald SES services Selby, Belgrave, Belgrave South, Upwey, Tecoma, Upper Ferntree Gully, Sassafras, Olinda, Monbulk, Gembrook, Cockatoo, Upper Beaconsfield as well as Emerald itself. Those who can see themselves in orange should make sure they attend the recruitment night at the Emerald unit to learn about the opportunity to join the vital community service group. The Emerald SES recruitment night is being held at the corner of Old Gembrook and Sherriff roads, Emerald, on Monday 16 June at 7.30pm.
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IT HAS recently come to my attention that a member of the local community who opposes McDonald’s has been charged for chalking on the footpath near the vacant land next to that franchise. The charge is “bill posting” and the chalking was done with normal removable blackboard chalk. I myself have recently had cause to talk to Belgrave Police about two serious incidents. One was an unprovoked assault against a protester. I witnessed the assault and twice called police, who did not attend the incident. At my insistence they did speak to the victim on my phone. There was some follow-up with the victim who accepted an apology from the perpetrator. The other incident involved abuse of a sexual nature directed at me on a pro-Maccas website. My face was also posted next to the vile abuse. The police stated they were unable to prosecute over the abuse as it hasn’t been ongoing. I ask this community how the local McDonald’s store in Tecoma can summon a police presence in a matter of minutes?
Who are the police working for? If they were receiving free or discounted food from the store, would this be a conflict of interest? Why isn’t everyone who puts up a sign for a garage sale prosecuted? There seems to be a definite waste of a community service if serious crimes are not attended, but someone chalking on a footpath is able to be charged. Alisha Cruse, Upwey.
TAFE a fire sale THE current sale of Lilydale TAFE and university at Lilydale by the Napthine Government will be a fire sale as we all lose on the destruction of this magnificent purpose-built educational facility. It is a repeat of the Kennett-era large waste/ loss of the closure of many schools including the Ferntree Gully technical college. Object to this madness and contact your local member or sign the online petition at dontsellswinburnelilydale.com.au Bruce Johnson, Silvan.
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YOUR article on the meth or ice crisis we are facing was well-written and well-researched. Something I would like my pre-teens to read. Thanks so much. Karen Rook, Tecoma.
I AM writing in reference to your, “Rediscover Monbulk” feature in the recent Mail. I am not a serial letter writer, nor am I a stickler, quibbler or nit-picker, but I do think that readers should be given accurate information in their newspapers. The headline shouts, “Jenny’s Shoppe has it all” and it may well have. However, the shop is not called “Jenny’s Shoppe,” since “Jenny’s Shoppe” closed its doors, the shop with its name no longer existed. A new shop was opened that year and after some “discussions” it was named “Jenny’s Shoppe Monbulk.” The advertising feature contains a number of inaccuracies; as I said earlier, it is not ”Jenny’s Shoppe.” It did not re-open. It has not been in business for 34 years. All up it is referred to as “Jenny’s Shoppe” three times and “Jenny’s Shoppe Monbulk”, its correct name, only once. To most people, this may not seem like an important issue, but to some people it most certainly is. Agi Pallos, Upper Ferntree Gully.
Anzac thanks ON BEHALF of the committee and membership of the Dandenong Ranges RSL Sassafras I would like to thank all those who attended, participated and assisted at this year’s Anzac Day March and Service. It was a wonderful day and by all reports 2014 was one of the best ever held in Sassafras. Special thanks to the members of 1/3 Force Support Company Monash Barracks for their ongoing support. I would also like to acknowledge the contributions of Bendigo Bank of Mt Dandenong and Olinda Pizza. Michael Philp, Treasurer, Dandenong Ranges RSL.
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Ser vices not straightforward By KATH GANNAWAY TRYING to get a handle on what services are available in Yarra Ranges for drug users and for families affected by drug use is not simple or conclusive. The Mail’s plan to print a comprehensive list of the services available town by town has proven problematic. The timing is out with a ‘recommissioning’ by the government of services across the state putting the whole sector in a state of flux. Basically the services are up for tender, with a push for larger consortiums. In the meantime some services are no longer available. “Are you talking about right now, or after the ‘recommissioning’ ... because after the recommissioning, nobody re-
ally knows what services will be available, or if they will be centralised, outreach or some other model,” is how one provider put it. EACH (Eastern Access Community Health), Anglicare, Inspiro Health and Yarra Valley Community Health (Eastern Health) are among the main players in providing drug and alcohol counselling and rehabilitation services in Yarra Ranges. Larger providers are seeing the ‘revamping of the sector’ in a more positive light pointing out that the existing service provision is hard to navigate and that people in need of multiple services can fall through the gaps. Smaller providers such as the Maroondah Addictions Recovery Program
(MARP) have pulled out of the race as an independent and merged under larger umbrellas. The conversations “off the record” reveal other concerns - such as no methodone program in Healesville. Anyone needing that service must go to Wandin or Lilydale. “The community still has very punitive views which often means chemists, and even GPs don’t want to offer a service that is seen as bad for business, or for their staff,” one provider told the Mail. Rehabilitation is another problem with long waiting lists, and according to one provider, closing off waiting lists, for residential treatment. A spokesman for the Minister for
Mental Health and Community Services Mary Wooldridge told the Mail the outcome of the recommissioning for drug and alcohol services would be announced in the near future. There are services still running in Healesville, Yarra Junction, Belgrave and Lilydale. The ‘help line’ numbers published in last week’s Mail remain the best at this stage. Direct Line 1800 888 236 is a 24/7 first response information and referral help line for users and others impacted by drug use. SURE (Substance Use Recovery Eastern) 1300 007 873 offers counselling for ICE and other addictions. Business hours.
What is it? ICE and crystal meth are street names for crystal methamphetamine – a very powerful amphetamine. It looks a little like sheets of glass or ice and people smoke, snort or inject it. It’s also called meth, crystal, shabu and glass.
Dance with the devil By REBECCA BILLS “IT’S LIKE you are two different people – the devil and you.” This is how former ice user Jason (not his real name) describes his experience with the drug. “And I can say now that the last thing I would ever do is get back on the ice,” he said. “Your brain would be that wired for days after that you don’t feel human. “It’s the devil’s drug, that’s what people are calling it, it really is f**king people.” The 24-year-old said it got to the stage where he could not even go for a night out without a pipe. “You go to a cubicle and have a burn then go back out – it’s just like going to the toilets and snorting some coke,” he said. “The motion is addictive, so is the high.” However this is not a drug that is just circling the nightclub industry, young teenagers are getting their hands on it too. “There is a big problem, I’ve seen kids as young as 15 on the drug, in saying that I first tried it when I was 16,” he said. “Depending on your friendship group, there is a lot of pressure, and I would say it has become part of the social culture in this area to at least try it and it is very easy to get your hands on.” Jason said ice prices had decreased over the last few years, making it more accessible. “You would be paying, depending on how good the quality was, between $800 to $1000 a gram, but now it’s around $400 to $500 a gram,” he said. When asked where people get the money to feed the addiction he said “you tell me”. “That’s where crime does come into it – stealing generally from their family and friends as they just need that hit,” he said. “I know people that would rather spend their last $100 on a few points of ice than go to the supermarket and have food for the week. “They just want more and more and more, it’s sad.” He said although he only dabbled in the drug, his brother was an addict for about five years. “It was really getting the better of him these last few years though,” he said. “He could even start to see the changes, he wasn’t liking it, he wasn’t happy. “For him to cut it out of his life he had to cut out the people that were still doing it, and that still hurts him.” Jason said he watched as the drug took hold of his older brother, a man he looked up to, and the distress that caused him personally. “He became very moody, and relied on the drug to get him to work,” he said. “It wasn’t a good sight, he would stay up for three to four days at a time then sleep for two days straight – it was very upsetting. “And I guess for young people wanting to try ice you can’t really stop them, but at the end of the day I can say from experience it is no good.”
Ice effects SHORT TERM: INCREASED heart rate and breathing, hypertension, circulatory and heart problems. It increases libido, so users are more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviour resulting in an increased risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Seeing the pain up close By JESSE GRAHAM STORIES about the damage that ice can cause are often told by police, medical officers and paramedics, who have seen first-hand the destruction and chaos that the drug can bring. But much of the sentiments about the drug’s destructive capabilities have been echoed by James (not his real name), a resident in the outer east who has previously used the drug. James, who is in his twenties, told the Mail that, when he had used crystal methamphetamine (ice), the experience left him feeling dirty, underwhelmed and “highly strung”.
“It felt dirty – it didn’t feel like a nice experience,” he said. He said that, while on the drug, it was easy to lose track of entire days, and that coming down from the drug was a “horrendous” experience that could last anywhere up to three days. James said he felt that experience alone was a deterrent from continuing to use the drug, but that he had also seen people “completely destroyed” by long-term ice use. “It’s very rapid in that it quickly affects your mind,” he said. “They had almost developed full-on paranoia – they thought their friends were talking about them when they left the room.
“And as you come down, the paranoia gets more intense, and more intense, and more intense.” These sentiments were echoed by Turning Point clinical director Doctor Matt Frei, who told the Mail last week the drug was associated with sleepless nights, paranoia and violent behaviour. Other emergency services workers have said that violent rages are common for ice users, with stories of users with seemingly the strength of 10 men, and OC foam having no effect on quelling violent rages. James said that, after experiencing the drug first-hand and seeing the damage it could so easily bring, a brush with ice was not something he wanted to repeat.
LONG TERM: OVER time, ice literally ages people. Injecting it causes scarring, abscesses, vein damage and increases the risk of blood-borne pathogens. Heavy users suffer damaged teeth, skin lesions, malnutrition, reduced lung function and general aches, pains and cramping. Aside from the risk of stroke, it has also been shown to affect mental health and cognitive function – ice addicts suffer paranoia, hallucinations, memory loss, sleep deprivation and psychosis.
How ice changed her man By MELISSA MEEHAN WHEN Rachel first met him, he was a charming and energetic guy vying for her affection. They dated for a few months, and while she took no notice of the signs, they were there. Months after she broke off the relationship, friends said they heard he was on crystal methamphetamine (ice) and it all started to make sense. “Looking back, I think I was a little blind,” Rachel said. “He never slept, and could be awake all night but when he did
sleep, he would stay in bed for days.” She thought nothing of it back then, but added to his obsessive tendencies, she no longer felt comfortable when alone with him. “He became so obsessive about me, and who I spoke to,” she said. “It was similar to jealousy, but just a lot more full-on. “He would turn up at my house late at night, text message me throughout the day and call at all hours.” While he was never physically
violent towards Rachel, she remembers feeling increasingly scared of him and unsure of what he would do next. “He became very aggressive, not physically – but he would punch his fist through walls,” she said. Now, Rachel can’t believe she was in a relationship with an ice user. “I see all these ice-related murders on the TV and think, that could have been me,” she said. “He was never that violent, but with this drug, you never know what they will do next.”
How they smell What does a meth lab smell like? Meth labs can smell like cat urine, rotten eggs, sewer gas, ether, wet diapers, paint thinners, paint removers, adhesives, cleaning fluids, vinegar, pickled foods, cattle feedlots, and fertilisers.
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Pirates for night of fun By ANEEKA SIMONIS LIGHTS, camera, action. The Burrinja’s Black Box Theatre is gearing up for a night of fun as a 12-strong theatrical troupe performs its creative take on the playhouse classic Pirates of Penzance. Pirates With Attitude will showcase an amazing musical performance, full of song and dance, by an all-ability group from across the Yarra Ranges on Saturday 28 June. Co-ordinated by the Dandenong Ranges Music Council (DRMC), the performance follows a series of other productions such as the Circus With Attitude which aims to reshape community impressions about abil-
ity and talent. “It’s about changing attitudes toward people of all abilities,” DRMC’s Art Administrator Sue Clisby said. The group, which has an average age of about 30, has been rehearsing every Saturday since the end of April at the Dandenong Ranges Music Council at the Upwey High School. Ms Clisby said the rehearsals are loaded with colour and fun in between learning new songs and dance routines. “Each rehearsal is extreme fun... the overall feeling is high on energy and fun.”
The performance will be supported by two local choir groups, the Happy Wanderers and Singularity that will act as backing vocalists and extras. More than half of the all-abilities performers live in community-supported accommodation or at home with their parents. Ms Clisby said the Pirates With Attitude rehearsals and performances are an opportunity for these people to get involved in accessible arts-focussed activities, which is often rare in their living situation. “It is a need area for these folk to have stimulating skill-building activities. “Once they leave the framework
Battle to help musical souls By REBECCA BILLS YARRA Ranges youth will be battling it out in this year’s FReeZA Battle of the Bands competition. Kicking off on Friday 20 June at Montrose Town Centre, last year’s Eastern Metro Regional Final winner Alkali Fly will be taking the stage to show entrants where the competition can take them. Alkali Fly is the stage name of 20-year-old Croydon solo artist Leroy Birch. He said the Battle of the Bands helped to kick-start his career in the industry. Birch said he is excited about performing at this year’s Battle of the Bands. “I finally get to headline and not worry about competing,” he said. Participation and Engagement Officer at Yarra Ranges Youth Services Sean Daly said he had fond memories of going along to the FReeZA Battle of the Bands competitions when he was growing up. “They are safe drug and alcohol free events targeted directly for younger, underage, youth,” he said. “It’s an exciting place to go and hang out and watch the arts and culture that these young people in this area possess. “I loved it then and I love it even more now.”
Solo artist Leroy Birch of Alkali Fly will be taking to the stage. Picture: CONTRIBUTED Mr Daly said the competition reflects the diversity of the young people in the area and also is a lead for the performers for future employment in the industry. “It is a huge skill building and personal development opportunity for all the artists involved,” he said. “We think this is a really valuable experience for young artists that can’t play in many licensed venues and often it leads to doors opening in the industry.” Mr Birch said his biggest piece of advice for all the artists when they are performing is to be themselves. “I know it’s a terribly cliche
thing to say but it is most important as you are being evaluated not only on your skill but the judges are wanting to see who you are,” he said. “Also be gracious with whatever happens, the outcome is not necessarily just between you and the judges, it’s the fans and the people behind the scenes that need to also be thought about. “Take on board what the judges are saying, it’s not criticism, it’s nothing more than constructive evaluations and they really are trying to help you, ultimately.” Each FReeZA committee that hosts a heat is supported to ensure that FReeZA Push Start is not only a platform for young performers but a platform for young event organisers and promoters alike. The overall winner from each heat will go on to compete at the regional finals and be in the running to perform at the Grand Final which is held at the annual Push Over festival in March. Alkali Fly will be performing on Friday 20 June at Montrose Town Centre. The event is running from 6.30pm to 10.30pm with tickets $10 at the door. For more information on the 2014 FreeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands competition or to get involved, visit www.freeza. vic.gov.au.
of schools there is a lack of opportunities such as Pirates With Attitude. “Whilst it is a fun-time at rehearsals, the team of director, music therapist and dance therapist are also building confidence, delivery, microphone technique and socialising skills with the participants,” she said. Yarra Range Council provided the funding for the performance through the Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant which aims to bolster local art. For tickets, contact the Dandenong Ranges Music Council on 9754 6566 or on drmc@drmc.org. au.
Horseman Luke Carlon wades through the Coxs river.
Strong themes run through it By ANEEKA SIMONIS
Talent blows school trumpet By MONIQUE KUZEFF FAIRHILLS High School has a lot to be proud of with the outstanding accomplishments of its music students and their dedication in their music rehearsals. Music students Connor Davidson on clarinet and flute players Ashleigh Rowe, Jayde Hunkin and Naoya Irie were selected to perform in the North Eastern Victoria Region Youth Concert. The Regional Youth Concert, which is to be held in one of Melbourne’s best performance venues, Hamer Hall, aims to showcase the diverse musical talent throughout the region. Fairhills High School music teacher Nicole McAlister said the students dedicated three days to rehearsal, sound check and the concert which was held by The Department of Education on Wednesday evening. “They were extremely hard working in their practice and dedicated two days for rehearsal,” she said. “They were nominated on their merit, work ethic, music abilities and also on their progress and commitment.” Ms McAlister said that the concert is a wonderful opportunity for music students and that she is very proud of her students for taking the opportunity and making the effort. “They were absolutely fantastic in their performance.” Ms McAlister said more than 600 talented students participated in the event by performing in the concert band, choirs and orchestras. “There were hundreds of students there that were nominated from various other schools,” she said.
CAMEO Cinemas in Belgrave is saddling up for its debut screening of award-winning feature film The Man From Coxs River. Showing for a week starting on 15 June, the film documents the journey of an experienced horseman as he sets out to save a pack of wild brumbies inhabiting the Burragorang Valley wilderness. Considered feral pests, the wild horses live along a sealed catchment area that provides Sydney’s water supply. In the film, the National Parks head office commissions Megalong Valley horseman Luke Carlon with the difficult task of safely relocating the brumbies from the catchment area. Luke spends four months gaining the trust of the wild horses before he successfully traps and begins to take them on their dangerous, long journey to safety. Directed by Russell Kilbey and his wife Amy Scully, the hour and a half feature film is about more than just the difficult journey at hand. It also deals with reconciliation. Luke grew up taking tourists on horse trips along the Coxs River, a place where his family had ridden since the 1820s. The area was declared a wildness area about 20 years ago which killed off his family business and gave birth to a difficult history between the Carlons and the National Parks office. But when park ranger Chris Banffy needs Luke’s help, the pair begin to see the world though each other’s eyes as they work together on a joint effort to help protect the land and wildlife. The film also asks a lot of difficult questions about ownership and belonging, Mr Kilbey said. “The brumbies themselves are almost a metaphor for white settlement... do we belong here?” Mr Kilbey will hold a popular question and answer session after the screening in Belgrave to allow the audience to unpack and discuss the dense themes of the film. For information about viewing times, visit the Cameo Cinemas website at www.cameocinemas. com.au.
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Go overboard… at the 2014 BIA Melbourne Boat Show The 2014 BIA Melbourne Boat Show has “gone overboard”… with new exhibits and interactive features to make it the most exciting show yet. Show-goers will find every type of boat from budget tinnies to top-end cruisers, plus ski and wake boats, every type of engine and drive system, and all the lifestyle accessories that make recreational boating such a treat. For experienced and novice boaties alike, the show features the latest in boats, innovation and accessories. The Boating
Industry Association of Victoria has filled its massive undercover space at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre with the latest and greatest in recreational boating products, information and safety advice. If you are a fisherman or water sports enthusiast you’ll find it at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre 12-16 June 2014 10am – 8pm.
To enter simply email your name, address and contact number to wintickets@ starnewsgroup.com.au Entries close Monday 9 June 9am and winners will be chosen from all entries and tickets will be mailed to winners. For more information go to www.melbourneboatshow. com.au
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Eve is a gentle and cuddly smooch would love nothing more than to have a bed or a couch to sleep on! Due to her white skin, she would need to be an inside only cat but we don’t think she will mind! Her perfect household would be one where she can get lots of love, and she would be good with older children.
Marcus is a big, bold boy and is such a delight to have around the Cattery. He loves exploring his surroundings and you’ll most likely find him wandering around smooching up to staff and volunteers. He would be great for most households and he would prefer older children.
Lovable Lucy is sharp as a tack, she is always looking for the next adventure that you can go on together. She is looking for an active family that has the time to give her plenty of exercise and stimulation, and show her that there is a place for high speed fun and a time to relax.
Blaize is in great shape for his age, he finds everything in life to be one big game, that may even extend to doing what he’s told. He is very set in his ways and will need someone who is pretty dog savvy to not let this clever cookie take the lead.
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Breed: Kelpie X Staffy Sex: Male Age: 8 months Colour: Black & Tan A Little About Me: Clive lives life to the full and doesn’t waste a second of the day, always wanting to be part of the action. He is only young and he certainly has a lot to learn but he has the smarts to gain a lot of new skills. This little chap may test the novice dog owner but he will be a breeze for someone who is an experienced canine companion.
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CHARACTER AND CHARM THE hills are alive and bursting with colour at this time of year and this beautiful property on just over half an acre is no exception. With four bedrooms, two bathrooms plus a cosy study nook, this character clinker brick home has both charm and appeal and has something for all members of the growing family. Both the ground floor lounge and dining
area and the upstairs family room are spacious and inviting while making sure everyone has their own space. The fully up-to-date kitchen is filled with natural sunlight and comes equipped with stainless steel appliances including dishwasher. Heating and cooling have been well taken care of with a charming wood heater,
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Offers Considered Over $340,000
COCKATOO 50 NEVILLE STREET
Offers Over $410,000
THIS ONE TICKS ALL THE BOXES!
Privately located amongst fully fenced, landscaped gardens on just under a quarter of an acre this renovated, low maintenance 3 bedroom home is an easy walk to public transport, the Cockatoo Sports Ground & Cockatoo central. The home features 2 spacious living areas, the main with an ambient gas log heater & split system for added convenience & heaps of windows to take in the relaxing, elevated bush views. The renovated kitchen offers stainless steel dishwasher & stove & the main bathroom has contemporary style with floor to ceiling tiling & all new fittings. Outside there is a large, undercover entertaining area overlooking the landscaped gardens, a spacious garden shed with concrete floor, a generous lawned area, a cubby & all securely & privately fenced for the kids & animals to play safely. This neat & tidy home represents the ideal opportunity to get out of the rental rate race or maybe start your investment portfolio!
This meticulously maintained & recently renovated 4 bedroom family home will catch your eye right from the start with its beautiful, established gardens & street appeal. The home features 3 bedrooms, the Master with a walk in robe & ensuite, as well as a study or 4th bedroom. Flowing over 2 split levels there is the convenience of mains gas ducted heating, a convenient split system for the warmer days & a toasty wood heater for the family to gather around. The attractive, well-appointed kitchen has plenty of cupboard & bench space, a dishwasher & gas cooktop & overlooks the spacious family dining area. The formal lounge opens onto the undercover front verandah ideal for entertaining, with elevated outlook over the landscaped gardens & there is also a second living area inside to add to the comforts. Outside on the quarter acre block there is a second driveway, spacious shed with power, a mesh enclosed veggie patch, a 1000 lt water tank & a paved entertaining area where you can relax with a cuppa & enjoy your domain. Inspection is sure to impress!
Contact Grant Day on 0417 565 745 or 5968 6222 Inspection 11.30am - 12.00pm Saturday (Photo ID Required)
Contact Grant Day on 0417 565 745 or Bethany Day 0438 844 968 Inspection 1.30pm-2.00pm Saturday (Photo ID Required)
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EMERALD 21 NOBELIUS ST
Offers Considered Over $695,000
PEACEFUL, PRIVATE & PERFECTLY LOCATED EMERALD HOME!
GRAND OLD STYLE, OOZING CHARACTER & CHARM!
This perfectly located, private & meticulously maintained 3 BDR home oozes quality from the moment you enter via the sealed drive & park under the magnificent palm. This quality brick home is an easy walking distance to local schools, Emerald central, the Emerald Golf Course & Emerald Lake & is beautifully finished with quality carpets & drapes & gleaming timber floors. The home features 3 BDRs with BIRs, the Master with an ensuite & 2 living areas, the formal lounge with a toasty wood heater & convenient split system. The modern, well-appointed kitchen offers a 900mm free standing SMEG oven, a stainless steel, Bosch dishwasher & plenty of cupboard space & to add to the comforts the home also has mains GDH throughout & an alarm system. Outside there are deep, paved verandahs & an undercover entertaining area ideal for family gatherings, as well as a studio with concrete floor, a wood shed, a workshop with concrete floor & a double lock up garage with remote. All fully fenced for the kids & family pets & featuring a low maintenance garden, this comfortable home in one of Emerald´s most sought after locations will suit the most fastidious of buyers.
This stately American Colonial Home is privately located on 8 acres with magnificent views & just a short drive to the centre of town. The character of the home is evident the moment you approach via the circular, tree lined drive. Inside the home, beyond the formal entry there are 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 with built in robes & a light filled Master bedroom with large walk through robe & convenient ensuite. Inside you will find big living areas all separated by French doors & opening onto the wide hallways, including a formal lounge with ambient open fire, a formal dining room, a huge kitchen & equally large living room which overlooks the indoor pool area. There is also a functional laundry, a study & gas ducted heating throughout for the ultimate in comfort & convenience. Outside there is a separate self-contained cottage, accommodation for 4 cars, various shedding & 8 private acres overlooking the distant mountains. This grand old girl exudes style & with a little TLC it could return to its former grandeur.
Contact Tyson Bluhm on 0437 843 820 or 5968 6222 Inspection 12.30pm - 1.00pm Saturday (Photo ID Required)
Contact Grant Day on 0417 565 745 or 5968 6222 Inspection 1.30pm-2.00pm Saturday (Photo ID Required)
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Situated on a flat half acre with a fully fenced rear yard & only a short walk to the centre of Cockatoo, the shops & primary school, this solid family home features enough room for the largest of families with 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & 2 living areas. Offering zoned living the Master Bedroom is located at the front of the home & has triple robes & an ensuite with spa. The remaining 4 bedrooms all have built in robes & floor to ceiling windows that let in heaps of natural light. The well-appointed kitchen has solid timber bench top, stainless steel appliances, heaps of space & overlooks the huge, undercover outdoor entertaining area, ideal for the big family gatherings all year round. Add to this a wood heater & mains gas console for year round warmth, a double carport, a wood shed, a 9m x 6m shed with concrete floor & power & a sealed drive. Such comfortable & affordable homes for the larger family do not come along often. CALL TO ARRANGE A PRIVATE INSPECTION TODAY!
This spacious 4 bedroom family home with dual access from a sealed road is situated on a beautiful three quarters of an acre walking distance to public transport & Cockatoo & its shops, eateries & the primary school. This solid, brick home features 4 bedrooms, the Master with an ensuite with a double shower & a spacious family bathroom with a spa. The large lounge room offers a toasty wood heater to warm the home & is adjacent to the open plan timber kitchen with a combustion stove for the budding chef, plenty of natural light & an abundance of cupboard & bench space & overlooks the family dining space. To add to the conveniences there are mains connected gas lamps in the kitchen & hallway to ensure you will not be left in the dark the next time the power goes out. Outside you will find a large undercover, paved entertaining area, a 6m x 10m shed with concrete floor, power & a toilet, various fruit trees, a double carport & a chook run. If things like sealed road, dual access, big shed, spacious home, close to town & large block are sparking your interest call to arrange a private inspection today!
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Contact Aaron Day on 0407 365 994 or 5968 6222 Inspection 2.30pm - 3.00pm Saturday (Photo ID Required)
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Tecoma 3 Gordon Avenue
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sitting on one of the best parcels of land within the dandenong’s, this home will be sure to tick all the boxes. Features inc, colonial windows, 3 sep living zones, 4 beds, 2 bath, great size kitchen with granite bench tops, d/w & gas cooking, high ceilings, zoned ducted heating, coonara wood heater, dbl remote garage & plenty of parking. Inspection of this sensational one of a kind property is a must!
This weatherboard cottage comes with all the trimmings for a comfortable family lifestyle. There are 3 bedrooms, main bathroom, 3 toilets & 2 living areas – a spacious lounge & a rumpus room that inc a timber bar. The kitchen is as gorgeous as it is gourmet with a lge timber island bench that leads to a sundrenched meals area. outside, the rear decking takes in the pretty view of the ‘Ferny Creek’.
contact rebecca Halit on 0429 888 367 or 9754 6888 Inspection saturday 2:30pm-3:00pm (Photo Id required)
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$380,000 plus
contact Sharyn Chandler on 0439 882 442 or 9754 6888 Inspection Saturday 10:30am-11:00am (Photo Id required)
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Featuring 4 beds, 1 Bath, 2 lge living areas, entertaining deck, huge under house workshop for tools or teens, sunroom, GdH + Gas log ire, alarm system, established gardens and vegie patch, potential dual access from Menin rd, dbl lock up garage and all within walking distance to Monbulk township. Perfect for a growing family.
With 4 beds, 2 baths plus a cosy study nook, this character home has both charm & appeal for your growing family. Both living zones are spacious & inviting while the up to date kitchen comes with s/s appliances inc d/w. Heating & cooling are taken care of with wood heater, GdH & air con. With circular driveway, timber workshop & a FLaT, fully useable block that expands over 2 tiltles.
contact Alan Garbuio on 0425 791 341 or 9754 6888 Inspection Contact Agent (Photo Id required)
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• Highly successful and prominent bakery and cofee shop ofering bakery options & fabulous cofee • Minimum cofee beans 25kg per week • Incorporating a large shop front with a secure lease in place • Sit down and take away options • Operating 7 days a week • Low rent at $327pw plus outgoings • Walk in walk out opportunity • Seating inside and outside available, with permits in place • Zoned Business 1 • Plenty of car parking available at front of premises • High proit margin, a great investment • Popular with locals • Figures available upon conidentiality signing • Businesses like these don’t come onto the market very often, so call for further information today
Wild horses couldn’t tear the owners away from this private oasis but unfortunately a change of jobs could. This proud brick home directly across from the dandenong national Park provides the ideal cocktail of beauty, tranquillity, accessibility and perfectly balanced indoor/outdoor living space for those wanting to head home to a holiday retreat every day of the week. Featuring open plan living opening to outdoor entertaining and stunning views of Melbourne’s lights at twilight, the most amazing sunsets with a panorama of views stretching to the Yarra Valley and beyond. The wrap around veranda provides access right around the home to the ground level where a brand new deck including built in seating provides an ideal setting for star gazing or just relaxing. Large north facing windows in each of the 3 bedrooms provide fabulous vistas of the national park while solar panels and an extra tank water supply provide sustainability on this respectfully landscaped 1936m2 property.
contact Jo Hirst on 0427 494 831 or 9751 2375 Inspection Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)
contact ryan Bell on 0417 052 297 or 9751 2375 Inspection Contact agent (Photo Id required)
3 BED 2 BATH 2 W.C. 1 STUDY 4 CAR LANDSIZE - 1936 sqm
bellrealestate.com.au
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Last-minute push to victor y YVMDFNL First Division Seniors Upwey Tecoma 8.9 (57) d Emerald 8.6 (54) EMERALD almost pulled off the upset of the season but fell agonizingly short as Upwey came from behind to steal victory. Emerald was certainly the better side in the first half and despite the scores being low it created more opportunities and went into half time with a 14 point lead. The third term was a tough encounter but it was Upwey that clawed its way back and probably should have had the lead at the last break as it was a touch wasteful however it did reduce Emerald’s lead to just four points. The last quarter was a battle of defence but it was Upwey that somehow managed two goals to one to sink Emerald’s dream of a huge upset at the final siren as Upwey triumphed by three points and breathed a huge sigh of relief. Best Upwey Tecoma: P. Broecker (1), S. Brotja, S. Gooley. Emerald: J. Davis (2), M. Dompietro, L. McKenna. Mount Evelyn 18.13 (121) d Belgrave 16.9 (105) THIS was a great win from Mount Evelyn which was arguably outplayed to a degree in the first half as Belgrave took a three goal lead into the long break. There was 21 goals scored in the first half of this game in what was a great spectacle to watch. The third quarter did belong to Mount Evelyn as it attacked relentlessly scoring an inaccurate 5.8 for the term but that was enough to grab a five point lead at the last change to set up a big last quarter.
The last quarter saw goals all of a sudden harder to come by as both teams started to fatigue but it was Mount Evelyn that actually looked the fitter side in the late stages which proved the difference as it booted four goals to two to win impressively by 16 points. Best Mount Evelyn: J. Fellows, R. Hartfield (7), W. Lees. Belgrave: P. Gough (1), R. McKendry (1), D. Collins. Olinda Ferny Creek 14.13 (97) d Monbulk 10.14 (74) OLINDA now sits one game clear on top of the ladder after eventually seeing of a Monbulk side in the last quarter. Olinda started well with a five goal to two term to grab a 16 point lead but Monbulk booted four goals to two in the second and it was Olinda by just eight points at half time. The third quarter was a beauty as neither side could get a substantial break but it was Monbulk that had just a slight edge booting three goals to two and at the last change the scores were all tied up. What was looking like a nail biting last term actually turned out to be Olinda’s best quarter as it finished full of run, slotting through five majors while Monbulk could only scrounge the one goal which saw Olinda win by 23 points in good style. Best Olinda Ferny Creek: N. Keegan (3), D. Rohrmann (2), B. O’Neill (3). Monbulk: S. Koole (1), J. Major, B. Hicken. Second Division Seniors Seville 25.20 (170) d Kinglake 5.5 (35) AFTER a reasonably competitive first
Gembrook’s Brad Porter is tackled by Matt Sword from Yarra Junction in Saturday’s Division Two match that Picture: KATH GANNAWAY saw the Brookers go down by 14 points. 121458 quarter this game was all Seville, it held a six goal lead at half time. But that was actually flattering to Kinglake as Seville did waste a lot of opportunities and its margin should have been greater. Seville certainly straightened up in the second half as it did what it pleased scoring a very accurate 18.6 with Kane Jones having a field day finishing with 12 majors. Kinglake could only manage another two goals in the second half. Seville now sits second on the ladder and only percentage off top spot - it has a chance to take top spot if it
can knock off Yarra Glen next week in what should be a great encounter. Best Seville: L. Nash (2), K. Jones (12), C. Penwill (3). Kinglake: M. Robertson (1), J. Butterworth, B. Brown. Yarra Junction 16.12 (108) d Gembrook Cockatoo 14.10 (94) THIS game started at a frenetic pace with 14 goals scored in the first quarter. It was Junction that held sway at the first change by 14 points, booting 8.3 to 6.1. The second quarter belonged to
Gembrook as it slotted through six majors and held Junction to just one behind and Gembrook all of a sudden held a 22 point half-time lead. The third term was a reverse of the second as Gemrook didn’t score a major and Junction booted four goals - which was enough to give it a four point three quarter time lead. Both sides had eight shots on goal in the last but it was Junction that rammed home its opportunities scoring four last quarter goals to two to win by a hard fought 14 points. Best Gembrook Cockatoo: L. McCombe
Mum’s the word on everyone’s lips Good ones make THIS week’s Yarra Ranges Athletics Cross Country events will be long remembered as ‘Mums Day Out’ due to outstanding performances by four mums. The venue was Margaret Lewis Reserve, Coldstream, and the fine weather meant the scene was set for these warriors who had been putting in extra work to be rewarded with big personal bests. Erika Bedyn, Katie Clark and Kate Van Duuren all powered through the fast three kilometre course while Laura Digregorio pushed the limits in the two-kilometre race. These mums are an inspiration to all who watched them but, more importantly, they inspire their children. With the senior runners on AV duties the remaining runners took the opportunity to have their time in the sun with most enjoying being higher up in the finishing order and most children saluted with personal bests. Meanwhile the senior athletes from Yarra Ranges competed in the round three of the Athletics Victoria XCR season held at Brimbank Park, featuring the infamous Col de Brimbank. The first race of the day was the under 14 men’s and women’s and under 20 women’s event over four kilometres. Yarra Ranges picked up another win as Lily Peacock won her second consecutive gold in this year’s individual XCR races in a quick time of 14.25. Other exceptional efforts in the 14 wom-
en’s were to Brooke Mullins (sixth) in a time of 15.34, Ruby Dixon (14th) in a time of 16.25 and Lee Taylor (25th) with a time of 20.38. In the 14 men’s, Yarra Ranges had Harrison Van Duuren and Ryan Thrall compete with both achieving excellent results. Harrison placed eighth with a time of 15.00 and Ryan placed 19th with a time of 16.26. Emilie Harrison (20 women’s) was the oldest athlete competing in the four kilometre event, clocking a very good time of 22.17 and placing 22nd. The next event was the men’s 16 and 20 and women’s 16 and 18 event over six kilometres. This race was the first to conquer the famous Col de Brimbank and had athletes running across almost all areas of the park. Yarra Ranges had yet another quality field of athletes taking on the challenging but enjoyable course. In the 16 women’s Britney Allen (14th) ran a fast time of 29.07 over the challenging, varied terrain. The 16 men’s had James Laven and Connor Thrall compete. James placed 10th with a time of 22.45 and Connor placed 19th with a time of 25.57. The 18 women’s race featured Olivia Twining earn her eighth place and a time of 28.14. The open women’s six kilometre’s race
featured excellent running and a bit of drama as Sue McCall and Amanda Branson represented Yarra Ranges in a very good race, supported by the cheer squad from the Yarra Ranges. Branson achieved a time of 27.48, a gallant effort after sustaining an injury mid-race and McCall ran an excellent race achieving a very good time of 33.11. The open men’s race ran a challenging 16 kilometres course that featured the Col de Brimbank not once, but twice. A large team of Yarra Ranges athletes fronted the club in a race with an electric atmosphere. The crowds flooded to the Col, to watch as the men ran. Michael Clarke was first home from Yarra Ranges with a fast time of 1.05.32, next was Bryan Ackerly with a time of 1.07.01, followed by Dave Sands with a running time of 1.13.52, Jamie Strudley ran in at 1.17.02, followed by Jed Thrall who ran 1.18.34. Dave Laven was next to finish at 1.19.35 on the clock, followed by Craig Hewitson recording a time of 1.25.40 followed by Mark Beavis running 1.35.33. Yarra Ranges Athletics returns on Saturday 7 June for round nine Cross Country at Lilydale Lake from 8.45am. Newcomers are welcome. For more information visit yarrarangesathletics.org.au.
it look oh so easy By DENNIS FULLER WITH the last gasp of autumn wafting across Emerald Golf Club last Saturday, a gentle, or supposedly gentle, game of stableford was on the agenda. Leading and loving the agenda was Peter Glasscock (18), who is proving that his 18 handicap makes the game a snap when he wandered in with a cool 43 points to win easily in B Grade and overall. A Grade was headed by a consistent player in Dean Shannon (16) whose 39 topped the heap with ease. Ian Scott (28) managed 38 points and Leigh Morison (17) came in with 37 and the rest of the field was lost in the sunshine and scrub. Tim Martin, making a return to golf after a layoff, played only for nearest the pins. He made a meal of these on his way to 75 off the stick
by being nearest the pin on the Stockdale and Leggo fourth, seventh and the pro pin 18th. Broc Reynolds snuck one past on the 13th as did Mark Jasper on the 12th. An easy win saw a smiling Brianna McCoy in the ladies’ competition followed in at a respectful distant by the second placer in Gracie White. Ben Balfour (20) made a meal of the rest of the Obsessively Ferocious Golfers in the OFG competition when his 43 stableford points allowed him the bragging rights over all others. Moss Fuller (20) was the nearest to him with 36 points. Next Saturday is the annual long hole competition where some holes are joined together to make very, very long holes with the chances of disaster increased to alarming levels.
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Great game throughout YVMDFNL First Division A Grade Netball Woori Yallock 43 d Warburton Millgrove 37 THIS was a really good game throughout with no more than two goals separating the sides in the first three quarters. Woori held a one goal lead at quarter time, extended that to just two at half time and then Warby reversed that margin at three quarter time as it took a two goal lead on the back of a 16 goal to 12 third term. Woori’s last quarter was of very good defensive quality as it only allowed Warby three goals for the quarter as it hit 11 to win by six goals in what was a very impressive victory. Best - Woori Yallock: E. Hales, C. Stafford, P. Stewart (36). Warburton Millgrove: K. Wappett, A. Bryan, O. Caneva (16).
Upwey’s James Brooks is taking on the top challenge. 121430 Picture: JARROD POTTER
Player sets a high rugby bar By JARROD POTTER UPWEY isn’t renowned for its rugby league talent but that might change with the emergence of state player James Brooks. Brooks, 16, from Upwey, has made the Victorian team and is set to challenge the rest of the Combined Affiliated States Schoolboys Championships in Adelaide over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend. Brooks earned his place in the squad after a stellar season playing for the Waverley Panthers and his school, Hallam Senior College. He was thrilled to make the schoolboy team and hoped Victoria could hold aloft the Sam Davey Plate again this year. “Probably to win it - that would definitely be good - we’ve got the side to do it,” Brooks said. “It’s really good to play alongside my school mates as well.” Heading back and forth between Hallam, Waverley and home makes for a lot of travel but Brooks knows this is the best option to help hone his rugby skills further. State duties aren’t a new phenomenon for Brooks after he represented School Sports
Victoria in the under-12 rugby league team in 2009. “It was awesome when we went to Canberra,” Brooks said. “We didn’t go too well, didn’t win a game, but it was a good experience to verse all the other states - New South Wales, Queensland - all of them.” Brooks won’t be the sole Hallam representative in the team with eight other Hallam schoolboys set to don the Victorian colours and attempt to win their sixth successive Sam Davey Plate. Hallam Senior College Head of Rugby League Jamie Fardell said Brooks and his school mates are exceptional players and they can win the championship and earn spots in the combined state’s team for the national championships. “We’re definitely stoked and when they (the school) hear how many of the boys are playing at a higher level, I think they’re quite surprised,” Fardell said. “Our dominance at this tournament can continue and we’re hoping out of the Victorian team that we can get 13 boys to go away to Darwin.”
Belgrave 61 d Mount Evelyn 51 IN WHAT was a very competitive game, it was Belgrave that got the jump early and went to a seven goal lead at the first change. It continued its good form in the second quarter and extended that lead to 12 goals by half time. The second half was goal for goal and Mount Evelyn did threaten on occasions but Belgrave always answered the challenge to keep it at arm’s length and to run out pretty good 10 goal victors. Best - Belgrave: K. Robinson, L. Bennett (43), B. Pilkington. Mount Evelyn: R. Hickey (32), J. Maher, J. Walker. Wandin 77 d Healesville 37 HEALESVILLE’S form has been pretty good of late but it was brought back to reality as Wandin handed it a very heavy defeat. The first quarter was competitive as Wandin went to a five goal lead at the first break but after that it was just about all oneway traffic for Wandin. It scored 21 goals to eight in the second quarter to go 18 goals up at half time. Healesville did battle hard in the third and as only outscored by four goals but Wandin saved its best for last as it finished the day with a 21 goal to three last term to finish the day with some
fine polish. Best - Wandin: M. Martinov (38), J. Cullimore (38), T. Coppinger. Healesville: C. Duncan, C. Jeffress, C. Connell. Upwey Tecoma 92 d Emerald 16 UPWEY weren’t in a very forgiving mood right from the outset as it jumped out of the blocks and raced to a 17 goal lead at the first break. Things didn’t improve for Emerald in the second as Upwey was completely dominant all over the court. By half time its lead had blown out to 35 goals. The second half was a nightmare for Emerald as Upwey continued its brilliant form adding another 47 goals while Emerald only found the ring six times. Best- Upwey Tecoma: J. Lingard (36), K. Tomlinson, M. Kennerley (56). Emerald: L. Moses, S. MacDonald, E. Borg. Olinda Ferny Creek 61 d Monbulk Hawks 38 A GOOD solid four quarter performance from Olinda produced a very nice 23 goal victory. It started well and had a nine goal lead at the first change. Olinda’s form was even throughout as it slowly increased the lead at every change. Monbulk did have plenty of the ball but it just couldn’t match Olinda’s attack to make this game a real contest. At the end of the day it was the consistency of effort that rewarded Olinda with a good victory. Best - Olinda Ferny Creek: L. Conway, A. Padget, D. Portarianos. Monbulk Hawks: K. Toone, A. Barwick, S. Byatt (21). Second Division A Grade Netball Seville 37 d Kinglake 20 SEVILLE had a battle on its hands early as Kinglake took it up to it in the first half. Kinglake led by one goal at the first break but Seville managed to squeeze itself in front in the second quarter going to half time with a four goal lead. Seville got its game going in the third as it held Kinglake to three goals and it shot 12 to take a 13 goal lead into the last break. Kinglake did battle out hard in the last quarter but it was Se-
ville with just a touch more class that shone through to see it run out 17 goal victors in what was a very defensive game from both sides. Best - Seville: M. Wyatt, S. Bell, A. Hardy. Kinglake: C. McMahon, M. Gill, E. Coen. Yea 46 d Alexandra 26 ALEXANDRA started this game well and held a four goal lead at the first break but Yea quickly turned that around in the second as it scored 14 goals to five to take a five goal lead into the half. The third term went goal for goal as both teams scored nine goals and it was still Yea by five goals at the last change. Yea’s last quarter was of high quality with its defense superb, holding Alex to just two goals while it put 17 through the ring to win by what was eventually a comfortable 20 goals. Best - Yea: A. Akers (35), J. Graham, L. Hearn. Alexandra: R. Wallis (11), N. Stewart, L. Steyger. Yarra Glen 55 d Powelltown 34 YARRA GLEN has taken all before it so far this season and it still remains undefeated after disposing of Powelltown by 21 goals on the back of a good second half. Yarra Glen looked the better side early in this game as it moved the ball quickly and jumped to a six goal lead at quarter time. However Powelltown found some good run in the second quarter scoring 18 goals to 13 and half time the scores were tied at 25 all. Yarra Glen is a very classy outfit and that showed in the second half as it really controlled the ball well and was just way more efficient than Powelltown. It scored 30 second half goals while Powelltown could only manage nine. In a game that was a good battle for a half it was Yarra Glen that still came out very comfortable winners. Best -Yarra Glen: G. Taylor (43), C. Birchall, E. Kay (12). Powelltown: L. Sandy, D. Barber, A. Dunford. Yarra Junction: bye Thornton Eildon: bye
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