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Message from the Premier This week is Fire Action Week, Victoria’s annual fire planning and preparation week.

Right now is the best time to understand your fire risk and get prepared, not when a fire starts.

Now is the time to increase your understanding of the fire risk where you live, prepare your property, and decide what you’ll do if a fire starts.

What can you do to prepare? Talk to your family about the fire risk where you live and make plans for what you’ll do on hot, dry, windy days. Check the Fire Danger Rating for your area every day and know which Fire Danger Rating is your trigger to act. Understand how to stay informed by accessing warnings and updates, and know how to use them.

Last summer, firefighters responded to more than 40,000 incidents, and 4,600 bushfires and grassfires burned across the state. This year, the season forecast tells us that we’re facing an aboveaverage risk of bushfire and grassfire.

On hot, dry, windy days, fires can start and spread quickly. If the Fire

Danger Rating is Code Red, Extreme or Severe, you’re risking your life if you wait and see. Leaving late means driving your family through smoke, fallen trees and powerlines, and facing the risk of being trapped or worse. Leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself and your family.

Premier Hon Dr Denis Napthine

This week, CFA brigades around the state are opening their doors and getting out and about in their community to talk about getting ready for summer. You can check cfa.vic.gov.au/events for information on what’s happening in your local area.

For more information on how to get prepared for summer, go to emergency.vic.gov.au, or ring the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677. Remember, it’s up to you to take responsibility for your safety and the safety of your family. This summer, leave and live. The Hon Dr Denis Napthine MP Premier of Victoria

Fire Action Week Nov. 16-23 Protect your family by planning ahead this summer. Fire Action Week is a great opportunity to gather all the information you need to prepare for this year’s ire season. Find out about FireReady meetings in your area and check CFA’s website to see if your local CFA brigade is holding an Open Day during Fire Action Week. Remember to talk to your family about what you’re going to do on a high ire risk day. For more information about Fire Action Week and how to stay safe this ire season, visit the VicEmergency website, call 1800 240 667 or download the free FireReady app today.

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Coldstream CFA Captain, John Fenton. 130748 Since then, he said his whole family had been involved with the brigade in some capacity, and that he’d seen firefighting capabilities skyrocket. “The equipment that they give us

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today is definitely exceptional, and the training is also very good,” he said. “Overall, I think the organisation as a whole is a lot better today.” Capt Fenton said the area was ex-

periencing around 40 per cent dryness, which had picked up in the recent warm weather, and had meant grass and other potential fuels had been drying out. “The grass has been extraordinary if it (a fire) gets into the bush, it’s going to go,” he said. But he said that with extensive training and an aggressive response to fires over the summer, he had confidence that crews would have the next few months under control. “Our aim this year, as with every year, is if we see something, we’ll hit it hard with a number of brigades and appliances, to make sure we get into it straight away, and the public don’t have to worry so much,” he said. “If we do have to go out, we’re able to go out with confidence and look after ourselves.” Capt Fenton said that residents needed to do their part in preparing for the incoming fire season by minimis-

ing risks where they could - through clearing land and excess vegetation, cleaning gutters and establishing a fire plan. “Be fully aware pre-season - get it all organised before it hits,” he said. “Black Saturday proved it could have happened anywhere - make sure properties are clean, their gutters are clean and when you get into a proper fire season, be a little more vigilant.” He said a dangerous aspect leading into the fire season was residents remaining lax about their fire preparedness, which resulted in panic during high-risk days. “There’s complacency that it’s not going to happen again,” he said. “That’s always a challenge for us - we’re always working with the community. “Whether they lock into it, I don’t know.” Read more about fire preparedness at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare.

Not the time for delay By JESSE GRAHAM EMERGENCY Management Commissioner Craig Lapsley has a simple piece of advice for residents as the fire season draws closer - don’t leave it too late. “It” is clearing excess vegetation, clearing gutters and creating a sound and workable bushfire plan for the whole family before the summer heat sets in. Mr Lapsley gave this advice late last month when visiting Healesville to shoot a new advertisement, focused on bushfire preparedness in the lead-in to the fire season. The advertisement was shot inside a Healesville home, and focused on family discussions on bushfire survival plans, how to prepare for the season and minimise risks. He said that a combination of a dry winter and a forecast for a long, hot summer meant that residents needed to be ready in advance to minimise potential risks. “When we’re moving into a summer with that sort of forecast, the message we’ve got is that people need to take the summer season seriously,” he said. “Do prevention works now - take the early part of November to do that cleaning up; cleaning up grasses, cutting back, making sure they don’t have high levels of vegetation in and around their property.” Mr Lapsley said that good fire preparation

works wouldn’t be completed in an afternoon, and that maintaining a clear and low-risk property would take work and regular checking. “It’s about thinking through what they need to do,” he said. “Be conscious about heat fatigue, looking after loved ones and looking after people who may not have families themselves, such as neighbours.” He said that having a bushfire survival plan was one of the key steps that needed to be taken before the season began, and that it was important to ensure the entire family - from children to adults - took part in the discussions and development of the plans. “One of the most critical things is to involve kids - particularly teenage children,” Mr Lapsley said. “Teenage children will question you and want to be part of it. “The other thing to understand is your own vulnerabilities - if you have one car and your car is away, understand what that means for you. “Don’t put yourself in the compromised position of not having a plan and not knowing what to do.” He said the advertisement, and the emergency services’ messages about the bushfire season were not about scaremongering, but about ensuring people knew how to best ready themselves for potential fires.

Emergency Management Commissioner, Craig Lapsley, at the Healesville house where Picture: JESSE GRAHAM the new advertisement was shot. 130749 “We have to be careful not to scare Victorians, and make sure they take it into their life,” he said. “It (fire preparedness) is one of the things people need to take seriously, and they do.” Mr Lapsley said emergency services were prepared for the season, with additional aircraft

around the state and a Healesville-based helicopter going onto automatic response for the first time. He said the helicopter would respond instantly to fires in the area, rather than having to be called in by CFA crews, and would be on-scene for the “first attack”.

Authorities put pressure on fire starters SUSPICIOUS fires are a constant issue for the Victoria Police Arson and Explosives Squad which responds to and investigates instances involving arson across the state. A suspicious fire, whether recklessly or deliberately lit, can have devastating consequences at any time of year. Add to this extreme heat, strong winds and dry conditions that Victoria is prone to over the summer months and you have a recipe for disaster. The 2013-14 fire season was the most severe since 2009 with more than 4600 grass and bushland fires, 19 days of Extreme Fire Danger and 16 days of Total Fire Ban. But even though conditions were some of the worst seen in recent years, Victoria Police responded to 62 intentionally lit bushfires, which was 19 more than the previous fire season. Deputy Commissioner Tim Cartwright said Victoria Police would adopt a zero tolerance

approach to bushfire arson. “Any person responsible for starting an uncontrolled open air fire, no matter how small or large, will face the maximum penalty,” he said. Operation Firesetter - a dedicated bushfire arson prevention and detection operation - will again be activated this season focused on highrisk bushfire arson locations and times. “We’ll be monitoring persons of interest with the aim to reduce the occurrence and impact of suspicious activity during the high-risk period,” he said. “Arson causes around 50 per cent of bushfires, while the other major causes include lightning strikes and reckless behaviour. “It’s not just arsonists who need to be aware - its campers, families and anyone who uses a live flame in the outdoors. “Recklessness can be a range of things such as failing to properly extinguish a campfire, flicking a cigarette butt, or using tools such as angle grinders on a day of total fire ban.

“The reality is that recklessly lit fires, just like deliberately lit fires, have the very real potential to damage property, to injure and to kill.” Under the Country Fire Authority Act it is an offence to light a fire during a fire danger period without a permit or complying with the designated restrictions surrounding the use of equipment that can cause fires. “If you’re found responsible for a fire that leads to bushfire, you can face penalties of between $17,000 and $35,000 and two years’ jail,” he said. “Bushfire prevention is the responsibility of all Victorians - including those who live, work and travel through the state. “We want the community to be alert, be aware and be responsible for their actions this fire season. “If you see something suspicious, please report it to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or triple-zero.”

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All the brigades are open By KATH GANNAWAY BRIGADES throughout the region will open their doors to the public for CFA Open Day in November and December. Formerly known as CFA Sunday, the open days are the perfect opportunity for brigades to show the community what they do to keep everyone safe and deliver valuable fire safety messages. In previous years the CFA open day fell on the last Sunday of Fire Action Week, Victoria’s annual bushfire awareness week which signals the start of the summer fire campaign. As of this year, however, brigades have been able to choose a specific day for their open day that suits them best. Some brigades, such as Yarra Junction which was open on Sunday, have already thrown open the doors. Each open day includes a great array of new fun initiatives to engage with the community from free barbecues to jumping castles and movie nights. CFA Chief Officer Euan Ferguson said the day also provided an opportunity for people to find out how they could protect themselves, their family and property from fire this summer. “We’re expecting another busy fire season - it has been drier than usual and we expect a warm summer. This means dry fires could start more easily, burn faster and with more intensity,” he said. He said the fire season was already well underway. “Now is the time to prepare your family and your home in the lead-up to summer and we’re here to help - members will be on hand to provide

Upwey’s volunteer firefighters are looking forward to opening their station to the public. Noel Nealon, Jess Jacobs, Ashley Nealon, Paul Dye, Jake Pancutt, and Adrian Beer. In front of tanker, from left, David Hilbig, Brian Neal, Liam Rhodes, Adam Giles, Ryan Vanderhorst and driver Peter Stortenbeker.

From left, Selby CFA can’t wait to see you at their open day - Anthony Wright, Neville Aldham, Sonia Schaeffner, Claire Ricketts (top) and Rod Sullivan. 130651

a range of fire safety information.” Mr Ferguson said people keen to get involved could also speak to CFA members about joining their local brigade. “There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer with CFA that don’t just involve getting on a firetruck,” he said. “Non-operational roles range from delivering community education, to assisting with fundraising events or activities, catering, management and recruitment.”

Saturday, 22 November: Bayswater and Selby. Sunday, 23 November: Boronia, Clematis, Hillcrest (Woori Yallock), Scoresby, Upwey, Gembrook, Olinda and Christmas Hills. The three Dandenong Ranges ‘ridgetop’ CFA brigades are joining forces again at the Olinda Hall. Saturday, 29 November: Ferntree Gully. Sunday, 30 November: Dixons Creek, Emerald and Marysville. Sunday, 7 December: Wandin.

Mr Ferguson said CFA Open Day was a way for the public, and CFA as a whole, to recognise the great work being done by CFA’s 60,000 members to protect lives and property in Victoria. “On behalf of CFA I thank these members for their tireless efforts and contribution to their communities,” he said. Brigade open days in Yarra Ranges and nearby are listed below and there is also information on www.cfa.vic.gov.au/openday about participating brigades.

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Brigades throughout the region will open their doors to the public for CFA Open Day in Picture: KATH GANNAWAY November and December. 130750

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Schools at risk are ready By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM IT MAKES sense that schools should be one of the safest places to be in the event of a bushfire. The Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority have outlined guidelines for registered schools on bushfire preparedness. The ‘Bushfire at-risk register’ lists schools which are identified as being located in an area at risk of bushfire. These schools are subject to separate guidelines to minimise the danger to students and staff. The VRQA states specific guide-

lines for schools on the at-risk register which includes closing the school on days declared a ‘code red’ level of fire danger. All schools maintain an emergency management plan which must be reviewed at least annually and immediately after any incident. Schools on the bushfire at-risk register must inform students, staff and parents/guardians about their bushfire arrangements and staff must be trained in bushfire preparedness roles. Schools must also maintain a register of bushfire emergency equipment

and ensure it is in working order. This may include water supplies and equipment, fire hydrants, hose reels and extinguishers, sprinkler systems, alarms, first aid materials, fire blankets and communication systems. Emerald Secondary College is one of the schools listed on the at-risk register. Principal Wayne Burgess says that the school works hard to be ready in the event of a bushfire. “We do have an incredibly detailed fire safety plan and we are constantly in review of procedures to make sure we’re as prepared as we can be.

Complacency is the danger By MELISSA MEEHAN RESIDENTS in the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia Shire are being warned not to be complacent this fire season. Worried some may not heed the warnings in the lead-up to the fire season, Upper Ferntree Gully CFA captain Peter Smith warns the dangers are very real. “The reality is that it is up to individuals to take responsibility for their own safety,” Mr Smith said. “But because we’ve had these warnings in the lead-up to every fire season, people think I’ve heard that before, nothing is going to happen.” Mr Smith said it was very important that residents, particularly in the hills, planned to leave early on days of catastrophic fire danger. “People should think, yes, we didn’t have a fire last year, but every year that we don’t have a fire the risk gets worse,” he said. “We’ve already had other states with catastrophic fire danger days.” He spends time with other brigades and organisations talking about the day his brigade lost a fire truck in the 2009 fires and said it was also important that fire fighters didn’t become complacent too. “We’re really making sure that our guys are training for all types of fires,” he said. “The risk is there, so like residents, we need to be ready too.”

“Bushfires are so unpredictable that we need to be ready for anything. If that includes keeping kids at school later to ensure their safety then that’s what we’ll do.” Ensuring that school infrastructure is adequately prepared in the case of a bushfire is another important part of being fire ready. All schools must regularly monitor and remove materials around buildings or facilities that are at risk of igniting. Schools must also regularly ensure that emergency access to buildings is sufficient and, where relevant, must

Understanding fire warnings UNDERSTANDING how fire warnings work and how to use them is an important part of your preparation for summer in Victoria. “Fire warnings are issued when a fire has started and you need to stay informed and take action,” Emergency Management Commissioner Craig Lapsley said. “There are three different levels of warnings - Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning. “Warnings aren’t necessarily issued in any order - a fire might start and spread so quickly that the first warning issued could be an Emergency Warning. “Warnings contain specific information which could save your life, so it’s important that you read or listen carefully to the warning. “For example, a warning might advise you that roads have been closed and that you need to seek shelter locally. “Or it might tell you that you need to leave, but tell you which road is open,” Mr Lapsley said. There are different situations when you might need to monitor and check for fire warnings and updates: On a hot, dry, windy day when fires can start suddenly at any time; On a fire risk day when you’ve left early or are preparing to do so; If you can see or smell smoke in the air and you want to check what’s going on. “It’s your responsibility to understand the different levels of warnings and how to access them,” Mr Lapsley said. “You should never wait to receive an official warning before you leave. Bushfires can start, spread and become uncontrollable quickly threatening homes and lives within minutes. “Always be aware of conditions around you such as smoke, flames, embers and noise. “Look and listen for information for surrounding towns as your suburb or town may

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Can the trucks fit at your place? Mr Smith also said that residents needed to ensure that there was enough space for fire trucks to enter their streets or driveways in case of a fire. “Our trucks are three metres wide, three metres high and more than seven metres long,”

he said. “If cars are parked on both sides of the road in some streets we can’t get through, or some places have too narrow driveways - it’s all about being prepared. “

consult with local agencies such as the CFA or council on the compliance of buildings and facilities. Mr Burgess said this has been another important aspect of preparations at the college. “We’ve carried out safety works in different areas of the school and have generators in case of emergency.” Many schools in this area are included on the bushfire at-risk register. For the names of schools included on the register as well as more information on schools and bushfire preparedness, visit the Department of Education website at www.education.vic.gov.au.

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not be mentioned, and stay in touch with family, friends and neighbours for extra sources of information,” he said. To check fire warnings this summer: Go to emergency.vic.gov.au; Download the FireReady app; Check CFA’s social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter; Listen to local radio; and Call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) via the national relay service on 1800 555 677.

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Checklist for safety checks out RESIDENTS who live on the edge of Melbourne near bush or grassland are at risk of fire this summer. It’s up to them to understand the fire risk and know what to do if a fire starts nearby. The action they should take if fire threatens depends on whether they live near the bush or next to grassland. Residents can use the information below to identify the risk and members of the household should talk about what to do if a fire starts nearby this summer. Do you live on the fenceline next to grassland? If you live on a fenceline next to grassland and a grassfire starts, you need to quickly move one to two streets away from the fire. Don’t wait to receive a warning

before moving away from a grassfire. Avoid driving in a grassfire because it will be smoky and hard to see, and traffic jams and accidents are likely. Don’t try to get a closer look at a grassfire - you will put yourself and others in danger. If you live next to grassland, you should have already cleared weeds, removed firewood and rubbish from around your property. Do you live a street or more away from grassland? If you don’t live directly next to grassland and a grassfire starts, it’s safer to stay where you are because it’s unlikely a fire will spread past the first row of houses. It’s still important to clean up around your property by clearing

weeds, removing firewood and rubbish from around your property. Remember to stay off the roads, and don’t try to get a closer look at the grassfire. Do you live next to bush? If you live near bush, you could be at serious risk of fire or ember attack on Severe, Extreme and Code Red days. Fire Danger Ratings help you decide when to leave by telling you how dangerous a fire would be if one started. As the ratings increase, so does your risk. Check the ratings daily at emergency.vic.gov.au. Talk to your household about when you’re going to leave and where you’ll go, so it’s easier for you to get out before a fire. For more information on your

Residential Bundled Branches Only Collection Residents are advised that this collection will be commencing in the municipality on Monday 24 November 2014 and will be conducted over 3 weeks. Details of the collection and service requirements can be found in your Waste Service Guide, the Yarra Ranges website www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au or by contacting the Yarra Ranges Council on 1300 368 333.

fire risk this summer and how to stay safe, go to emergency.vic.gov. au or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.

Items not meeting these requirements will not be collected. Materials must be placed on your nature strip by the Sunday evening prior to the start of your collection week. Material must not be placed out more than one week prior to your collection week. If your material is not removed during the designated collection week, please notify Council’s Waste Management Department by Friday of the following week. Material will not be collected if Council is not notiﬁed accordingly.

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Forum to make horse fire plans By KATH GANNAWAY AS WITH any aspect of bushfire preparation, Wandin CFA’s Chloe Gawronski says developing a plan for horses in the event of a bushfire is something the whole family needs to be involved in. In her role as community education officer with the brigade, Chloe is working with Glenbrae Equestrian Centre to present a forum in December for horse owners around how to put together a bushfire plan for horses. “There is a lot to think about,” Chloe said. “A horse is a lot bigger and more complex than dealing with a dog or a cat and it’s about finding ways of dealing with the situation which is not so stressful for either the owner or the animal.” She said not everyone had a float and that was just one thing that really needed to be planned for ahead of time. Other aspects of a horse bushfire

plan would include when to stay, when to go, when to wait, organising an alternative safe place and the importance of keeping family members and neighbours in the loop. Brigade captain Peter Polovinka says Yarra Ranges has a sizeable horse population and the brigade is hoping that horse owners will take advantage of the night to get the information they need and that they will come away feeling more confident that they will know exactly what to do in the event of a fire. He said one of the issues brigades had faced in the past was people leaving their properties with floats that block CFA units responding to the fire. “We have a lot of narrow roads in the shire and we’ve been caught before in Wandin with horse floats blocking fire trucks,” he said. Some of the information provided on the CFA’s website includes moving horses to a designated safer paddock or area on severe, extreme or

code red fire danger days. It advises against letting horses out on the roads where they will be in more danger from traffic and fire and ensuring your property has a Property identification Code (PIC) registered with the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) that indicates horses are there. There is detailed information on the website www.cfa.vic.gov.au/ plan-prepare/horses-and-bushfires/ but the meeting will provide an opportunity to hear from CFA speakers with experience and knowledge, and to network with other horse owners. No need to book for this meeting ... but, in keeping with the theme, planning ahead is the way to go. If you are a horse-owner, make a diary date now ... Thursday, 11 December, 7pm at Glenbrae Equestrian Centre, 205 Victoria Road, Wandin North.

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Think - before it happens FIRES can flare up wherever there is grassland or bush - even on the fringes of our cities and suburbs. For anyone living in a high bushfire risk area, on days of high fire danger the safest option is to leave early. But for some people, it’s even more important to leave early, well before a fire starts - especially those who are frail, have a physical disability, or have trouble thinking clearly or acting quickly in stressful situations. But to leave home early on days of high fire danger needs careful planning and commitment, and this takes time. And some people could need help to make that decision. So this summer, think about any family members, friends or neighbours with special needs in your community who could need your help to make their fire plan, and act on it. They’ll need longer to get organised, and might need practical assistance and help with transport to leave early.

Bushfires - preparing to leave early plan from www.cfa.vic.gov.au/redcrossplan or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. Remember, bushfire safety is a community responsibility for all us. How you can help: Talk to family, friends or others in your community who might need help to leave early. Help them prepare their Red Cross ‘Bushfires - preparing to leave early plan, available free from www.cfa. vic.gov.au/redcrossplan or by calling the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. Make sure their plan includes what they’ll do if you’re away and can’t help. Remember: leaving early, well before a fire, is always the safest option. Making last-minute decisions can put lives at risk.

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They’ll also need to plan when to leave, what to do with any pets, what to take with them (such as medications), and where to go that’s comfortable and safe - using transport they can rely on. To help with that planning, you can download a free copy of the Red Cross

Open garden to help CFA By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM FIRE season is upon us, but for many community groups the time for CFA fund-raising is year round. Warratina Lavender Farm will be hosting its annual open garden weekend next week to support the Wandin CFA. Enjoy strolling through rows of lavender, wander around the original homestead garden and soak up the tranquil and relaxing atmosphere surrounded by beautiful flowers and soothing scents. Lavender farm director Annemarie Manders said that the farm supported Wandin CFA through several events throughout the year. “You never know when we’re going to need them, so it’s important that they have all the resources they need. “We raise over $2000 every year. We do whatever we can to help.” Annemarie said that the farm also holds a woodworking exhibition and quilt show fund-raiser each year.

Annemarie Manders with lavender scones, jam and cream. The money usually goes towards new rescue gear or upgraded equipment. There will also be craft demonstrations, stalls, music, lavender scones, ice-cream, sausage sizzle, children’s entertainment and more. Entry will be $10 for adults, $5 for children and $25 for families (four people). For more information contact 03 5964 4650 or email enquiries@warratinalavender.com.au.

CFA’s proud march By MELISSA MEEHAN LOCAL CFA members put their own lives at risk to save residents and homes threatened by fire. In conjunction with the Knox Festival, the Knox Fire Brigades Group will host their torchlight march, Firepower on Parade on Saturday 28 February next year at dusk. The parade offers the opportunity for resident to thank them for their hard work and often putting themselves in life-threatening situations. Knox and Dandenong Ranges residents are invited to come and support their local CFA fire brigades, as well at those coming from far and wide. CFA volunteer brigades who have marched before include Boronia, Ferntree Gully, Scoresby, The Basin, Upper Ferntree Gully, Olinda, Upwey, Clema-

tis, Belgrave South and Heights, Macclesfield, Selby, Cockatoo, Clematis, Berwick, Korumburra, Carrum Downs, Diamond Creek, Caroline Springs and Rochester to name a few. It is expected that more than 18 brigades and 200 to 300 firefighters will march with lighted long stem torches from the Ferntree Gully fire station in The Avenue, along Station Street, Spring Street and Brenock Park Drive to the Ferntree Gully Recreation Reserve. Members of the public can show their support for these fire brigades and line the streets to the Ferntree Gully football ground. And local CFAs who have not yet signed up to get involved should contact Graham Crichton on 0429 060 944.

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CFA’s diar y gets orderly THE Emerald CFA is selling a 2015 CFA themed premium diary. The diary is a smart, black leather-look A5 size diary with red stitching and bearing the CFA logo. It will include monthly safety messages, important contact numbers, a message from the Chief Officer and information on fire danger ratings and what to do in a fire emergency. The diary can be purchased for $20 (including GST).

All profits will be going directly to the brigade to help purchase equipment required to continue their work in protecting the community. This is a great time to order a diary for yourself, your business or as a gift for family or friends and to help support your local CFA. You can purchase copies of the diary by visiting their open day as well as local businesses in Emerald.

Take the next step and prepare your plan PREPARING a property for fire and planning as a household should be on the agenda for all Victorians in the lead-up to summer. “Research tells us that Victorians are great at carrying out the easy to do preparation tasks in the lead-up to the fire season,” CFA Chief Officer Euan Ferguson said. “But it’s actions like talking to your CFA brigade about the fire risk where you live and making a decision with your family about when you’ll leave and where you’ll go that could save your life,” he said. Fire planning and preparation should include a conversation with the household at the start of summer about when they will leave before a fire and where they will go. They also need to decide where they will shelter if they get caught out and cannot leave their property or area. “Make sure everyone you live with knows these plans, so you’re all clear about what you’ll do on a fire risk day,” Mr Ferguson said. “You should also pack an emergency kit at the start of summer so you’re ready to go any time. This should include important paperwork and essentials like mobile phones, medications, change of clothes and water. If your kit is already packed, it’s easier to grab it and go. “Finally, remember to talk to

friends, family and neighbours who may need help leaving early before a fire,” he said. “The responsibility for planning and preparing for the summer fire season is a joint responsibility between emergency services and the community - we all share the responsibility for our community’s safety,” he said. Plan and prepare for fire this summer: Do you understand the fire risk where you live? Talk to your local CFA brigade and find out your level of risk, or visit cfa. vic.gov.au; Talk to your household about what you’re going to do on a fire risk day, where you’ll go and when you’ll leave; Pack an emergency kit so you’re ready to go. For more information on what to include, go to cfa.vic.gov.au; Download the FireReady app; Plan ahead so you don’t have to make decisions at the last minute. For more information on planning and preparation this summer, go to emergency.vic.gov.au or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. Those with a hearing or speech impairment can contact the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677.

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THE Fire Danger Period (FDP) for Murrindindi Shire will begin at 1am on Monday, 24 November 2014. CFA District 12 Operations Manager Peter Creak said last week that anyone planning to reduce fuel by burning off had only a short window of time to get the work done, but warned that caution needed to be taken even before the FDP came in. He urged people to register their burn-offs by calling 1800 668 511 and to stay mindful of conditions. “Out of control burn-offs and unregistered burn offs have been a major headache for brigades,” he said. “Just because the Fire Danger Period is yet to start doesn’t mean it’s safe to burn off. You should avoid burning off when high winds are forecast - not only on the day of your burn but for the days afterwards.” While the FDP for Yarra Ranges municipality is yet to be set, Mr Creak’s advice is equally relevant for residents looking to make the most of pre-FDP deadline. Mr Creak said this fire season CFA would be taking a zero tolerance approach to any fires resulting from negligent behaviour. “Expect any fire you start to be fully investigated by police,” he said. “Even if you have a permit to use fire over the Fire Danger Period, make sure you read the conditions carefully. Failing to follow just one of those conditions can still leave you open to prosecution. While CFA does everything it can, we look to the community to use common sense and take responsibility for preventing fires.” Mr Creak said recent warm and dry conditions and rapid rate of grass curing meant an earlier start to the Fire Danger Period this year. “So far all the indicators are pointing to a challenging fire season ahead,” he said. During the Fire Danger Period (FDP) fires cannot be lit in the open air without a written permit from CFA or a Municipal Fire Prevention Officer. FDPs are based on local conditions and take into account fuel moisture, fuel loads, grassland curing, weather and rainfall. Find “Can I or Can’t I?” information at cfa.vic.gov.au/can or by calling 1800 240 667. All burn-offs should be registered with the VicFire Burnoff notification line on 1800 668 511.

Danger increase as hot, dry summer predicted BUSHFIRE danger for the coming fire season is higher than last year for many areas in Victoria. The Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC has reported that a preliminary investigation pointed to an above normal season in many areas of central, north and western Victoria. Key factors are an overall rainfall deficit coupled with the potential for an earlier start to the season. Areas with long-term rainfall deficits run from the west of Melbourne to the central Wimmera and also north through central Victoria into the Mallee. Another band exists extending from the north-east of Melbourne to the northern slopes of the Great Dividing Range. Shorter term deficits are emerging in a broad band across much of the state’s north, extending south to the northern rises of the Great Dividing Range. Similar deficits are emerging in coastal

and Southern Victoria, though the exact pattern in these areas is not yet clear. Climatic signals indicate a likely return to warm conditions in spring. There is no strong signal on rainfall, and agencies will be closely monitoring rainfall amounts across the state. Widespread above-average rainfall conditions are not likely, but even in the event they occur, Victoria may still expect, given the antecedent conditions, a fire season slightly more active than 2013/14. CFA Chief Officer Euan Ferguson has told Victorians that being ready for the fire season is the best way to minimise danger He said the key strategies were preparing properties for the fire season, having an evacuation plan ready and keeping an eye on local conditions over the dry months. “We live in one of the most fire-prone regions in the world, so no matter where you live it is never too soon to start preparing,” he said.

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By KATH GANNAWAY A MAN was trapped inside an upturned Bobcat for an hour at Warburton last week before being rescued. SES volunteers, paramedics and police arrived at the Fantail Rise scene to find the man hanging upside down in the Bobcat which had slipped sideways down a six-metre embankment and landed on its roof. The accident happened about 5pm. Upper Yarra SES spokesman Russell Wulf said the man was doing landscaping work when the incident hap-

pened. He said it was a complicated rescue. “Our road crash rescue team trains for all different scenarios involving vehicles, including Bobcat rollovers, but when we saw this one we had to do some lateral thinking to be able to free the driver,” he said. Paramedics from Yarra Junction had assessed the man but could not get to him. Mr Wulf said the safety cabin and roll bars were one of the key things that saved the man from more serious in-

jury, or even death, but the heavy-duty materials and small cage also made it hard to get to him, and to get him out. With the machine stabilised and CFA volunteers on standby for petrol leaks Mr Wulf and controller Steve Green crawled in under the man to start dismantling the cage. “We were using pedal cutters but his legs were very close to where we had to cut so we had to manoeuvre him around to get to where we needed to cut.” Mr Wulf said he was talking to the

man who assured him he was not badly hurt, just feeling awkward hanging upside down. With all the metal bars cut the metal mesh on the side of the machine had to be cut so the man could be removed safely. “It really wasn’t an easy job because the driver was hanging upside down and laying on, or close to, the thick steel mesh which we needed to cut,” Mr Wulf said. Ambulance Victoria spokesman Paul Bentley said they received the

call at 5.15pm and that five paramedics including advanced life support and a MICA unit attended. The man was treated at the scene and taken to Maroondah Hospital with minor injuries. Mr Wulf said it was a case of many hands working together. “All the agencies worked together so well, with the paramedics assessing him every step of the way. “We’re so lucky in the Upper Yarra to have these emergency services who work together so well,” he said.

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They know they’re ready By JESSE GRAHAM WHEN the fire season begins, Coldstream CFA captain John Fenton knows that firefighters will be ready. He said the coming bushfire season would be intense for CFA crews across the state - perhaps worse than the last two - but said the organisation and local brigades were gearing up for any situation. “We train now for the worst-case scenario, which is Black Saturday,” he said. “Regardless of what’s going to happen - whether it’s going to rain all summer or if it’s hot, we’re trained for that - we’re really at the top level.” Capt Fenton started with the Coldstream CFA 32 years ago, getting involved around the same time as the devastating Ash Wednesday bushfires. “I thought ‘I’m going to have a crack at this and give some support to the community’,” he said. Since then, he said his whole family had been involved with the brigade in some capacity, and that he’d seen firefighting capabilities skyrocket. “The equipment that they give us today is definitely exceptional, and the training is also very good,” he said. “Overall, I think the organisation as a whole is a lot better today.” Capt Fenton said the area was experiencing around 40 per cent dryness, which had picked up in the recent

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if it (a fire) gets into the bush, it’s going to go,” he said. But he said that with extensive training and an aggressive response to

fires over the summer, he had confidence that crews would have the next few months under control. “Our aim this year, as with every

year, is if we see something, we’ll hit it hard with a number of brigades and appliances, to make sure we get into it straight away, and the public don’t have to worry so much,” he said. “If we do have to go out, we’re able to go out with confidence and look after ourselves.” Capt Fenton said that residents needed to do their part in preparing for the incoming fire season by minimising risks where they could - through clearing land and excess vegetation, cleaning gutters and establishing a fire plan. “Be fully aware pre-season - get it all organised before it hits,” he said. “Black Saturday proved it could have happened anywhere - make sure properties are clean, their gutters are clean and when you get into a proper fire season, be a little more vigilant.” He said a dangerous aspect leading into the fire season was residents remaining lax about their fire preparedness, which resulted in panic during high-risk days. “There’s complacency that it’s not going to happen again,” he said. “That’s always a challenge for us - we’re always working with the community. “Whether they lock into it, I don’t know.” Read more about fire preparedness at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare.

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Now is the time to prepare IF YOU live in or around Melbourne near grass, bush or reserves, you need to prepare for fire this summer. Last summer, we saw fast-moving grassfires right on the edge of Melbourne as well as large fires that damaged homes and properties just outside the city fringe. This year, we’re expecting another hot summer that will result in more hot, dry, windy days, increasing the chance of grassfire. Fire Action Week (beginning Sunday November 16) is the best time to understand what to do if a fire starts near your home or workplace, and get prepared. If you live next to grassland, you should have already cleared weeds and removed firewood and rubbish from around your property. Advice from fire authorities is that if a grassfire starts, and you live directly next to grassland, you need to act quickly and move one or two streets away from the fire. Avoid driving in a grassfire because it will be smoky and hard to see, and traffic jams and acci-

dents are likely. They also advise that if you don’t live directly next to grassland and a grassfire starts, it’s safer to stay where you are because it’s unlikely a fire will spread past the first row of houses. If you live near bush, you need to check fire danger ratings daily and monitor the weather conditions. On Severe, Extreme or Code Red days, the safest option is to get out early. Prepare for fire now by putting a plan in place for what you’ll do if a fire starts, and discussing it with your household so everyone knows what to do. For more planning and preparation information, or to check fire danger ratings this summer, go to emergency. vic.gov.au, download the FireReady app, or call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667. Remember, it’s up to you to understand your fire risk and be ready to act. - The Hon Dr Denis Napthine MP, Premier of Victoria.

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Rehab review hits town By KATH GANNAWAY VCAT members who will rule on the challenge by Narconon to Yarra Ranges Council’s planning decision on their plans for a drug rehabilitation centre in the town made a mid-week visit to Warburton last week. The six-day hearing was scheduled

to finish yesterday (Monday) but after a week of evidence by all the parties involved, there was speculation it could be held over until the new year. The visit to Warburton included a tour of the Narconon facility at East Warburton and of Green Gables Conference Centre which is the proposed new location.

Members were accompanied by representatives of Say No To Narconon group who are among objectors to the proposal to move the drug rehabilitation centre currently operating as Narconon at East Warburton into the centre of Warburton, close to the Warburton Primary School. VCAT has heard testimonies from

community members, expert opinion from Warburton Police sergeant Tom Wilkinson, Yarra Ranges Council and expert witnesses for Narconon over the past week. At the time of going to press there was no indication from the VCAT hearing as to whether it would be concluded by the end of the day.

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The Brooks girls with brother Bob, from left, Margot Morrison, Sylvia Else, Phyllis Veith and Nina Baker with a photo of older brother Gerald who was unable to attend. Bob just recently retired after many years with the Upper Yarra Historical Society. Picture: KATH GANNAWAY and set for release in 2016. History book team member Tom O’Meara said it was great for the writing/research team of Frank Colverson, Paul Hill, Warren Thomas, Jim Child, Kate Lamb and himself to meet some of the people whose names are so familiar as part of the town’s history. Ms Lamb said to have so many people come and share their stories and photos and help write the History of Yarra Junc-

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By KATH GANNAWAY WARBURTON police have thanked the public for their help in identifying three Audi drivers who were speeding and hooning at the Upper Yarra Dam recently. The Mail reported two weeks ago that a Vermont South woman had crashed a high-powered Audi on the Reefton Spur and was looking at speeding and careless driving charges. In a separate incident, campers at Upper Yarra Dam phoned police to report another high-powered European car, similar to the Audi which had been speeding through the park on the same day. The incident was reported to police by three different families and led to further charges being laid. Leading Senior Constable Tony Pagels said information from the public had led to identification of three drivers of the vehicles who were questioned over the incidents. As a result one driver was summonsed to appear in court charged with careless driving and failing to keep left of the centre line, and one received a penalty speeding notice. “We want to thank those campers and other members of the public who passed information on to us at the time. “The information assisted and we appreciate it,” Leading Sen Const Pagels said.

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WHEN IT comes to making a marriage last, Kevin and Patricia Poulter have a simple piece of advice - never go to bed angry. The Woori Yallock couple, who were married on 30 October in 1954, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last week, and sat down with the Mail to talk about their time together. Kevin, 82, and Patricia, 79, met each other at a ball in 1952, before going on a date together to see Limelight at the Capitol Theatre in Swanston Street in the city. Two years later, they married, and had three children - Grahame, Michael and Robert - three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Throughout their time together, the pair lived in Healesville for 33 years, before travelling to South Australia for 12 years and eventually coming back across to Victoria and setting up in Woori Yallock. Kevin said that one of the most important things in keeping a marriage strong is to compromise and talk out disagreements before they go out of control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a disagreement, you talk it out - you compromise in all matters,â&#x20AC;? he said. Patricia said that marriages are always a work-in-progress.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still working at it after 60 years,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been in love - we talk things out, we do the gardening together, he does the cooking and I do the washing up - depending on how big a mess heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s made.â&#x20AC;? They said theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had their disagreements - such as when they barracked for different football teams - but that they worked through any issues theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had. To mark the occasion, Kevin and Patricia received letters from Queen Elizabeth, the Governor-General, as well as local politicians. By the time their big anniversary came around, they had left the country on their first-ever international holiday together to Bali. Patricia said they had been on cruises out of the country, but that they hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been on a proper international trip before, and planned it to coincide with the big day. As for the last 60 years, she said they had flown by - and none quicker than the last 10. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because he does a lot of reading and I do handicrafts, the days seem to fly,â&#x20AC;? she said. She said that, out of their family members, they had been married the longest, and they attributed their longevity to their simple rule - never go to bed angry.

Kevin and Pat Poulter with their certificate of marriage - they have no wedding photographs as their was no film in the photographerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Box Brownie. 129478 Picture: ROB CAREW

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AN OPEN forum for Eildon candidates will be held on Friday 21 November at Healesvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memo Hall, organised by Yarra Valley FM 99.1 with the Mountain Views Mail. The forum will run from 7pm-8.30pm, with questions from the floor. Register for the free event at www.yarravalleyfm.com and submit questions via www.facebook.com/MailNewspaperGroup.

PERMACULTURE Yarra Valley group holds the Healesville Organic Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market every Saturday from 8am to 1pm in Coronation Park, River Street. Fresh organic produce, seedlings, honey, sourdough bread, coffee and tea, olive oil, preserves, soaps and wooden toys are all available.

SUSTAINABLE paper-making with Tim Spencer on Monday 1 December, from 10am-noon at Healesville Library. Bookings on 5962 4423.

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EASTERN Health will host a stall at the Heritage Festival to celebrate the history of Healesville and District Hospital and Yarra Valley Community Health. Old photos of the hospital will be on display, as well as plans for the $7.8 million redevelopment of the health service. A competition is being run to find an old photo of the hospital that can be enlarged and displayed in the main foyer of the redeveloped hospital and community health centre. Staff are also keen to hear peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memories and stories of the hospital from years gone by and to collect any other memorabilia people may wish to donate.

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GET off the couch and come and join the U3A. Healesvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registration day will be held on Thursday November 27 at the Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall on Green Street from 10am-2pm.

Birthday calendar THE Lions Club of Healesville is seeking birthday names to be deleted or added to its annual calendar. Entries are free of charge. Call 5962 4582.

Restumping appeal BADGER Creek Hall committee is raising funds with a mobile phone recharging station at the Great Victorian Bike Ride on Saturday 6 December. Volunteers are needed - no experience needed - to work in two-hour shifts. Phone Kathy on 5962 3639.

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Community Market WANDIN Community Market (fourth Saturday of each month) will be held on Saturday 22 November from 9am-1pm at the shopping centre carpark. Stalls are only $10, book a stall at Mr K Deli, 5964 3991. There will be food, craft, plants, produce, trash â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; treasure. New stallholders are welcome.

Foster Carers Needed LEARN more about foster care and how you can brighten the lives of children in need at Anglicare Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next information session. Thursday 27 November, 7.30pm, 47-51 Castella Street, Lilydale. Call 1300 889 335 or register online atwww.anglicarevic.org.au/events Respite, emergency and longer term care opportunities available. Full training and support provided.

Church Fete

Music Night

HEALESVILLE Uniting Church annual fete will be held at the church on Saturday 29 November, from 9am to 2pm. All the usual stalls, barbecue, lots of bargains.

A NIGHT of music featuring local musicians will be held at St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Warburton (opposite the tennis courts) on Friday 21 November, at 7.30pm.

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UPPER Yarra Family Centre opens its toy library from 10.30am-noon on Wednesdays and from 9.30am-11.30am on Saturdays. Membership is $30 per year. For more information, visit the Upper Yarra Family Centre at 2444 Warburton Highway.

THE Singularity Singers, a well-known group, will join us, at the Healesville Uniting Church on Sunday 30 November, at 2pm. The program will include old and modern carols. Come and join the singing, fellowship and afternoon tea and bring your friends. Entry is free.

THE Millgrove Residents Action Group is holding a Community Forum on Sunday 23 November at the General Purpose Room, Milwarra Primary School, Cavanagh Road, Millgrove between 4pm and 6pm. Come and have your say and share your ideas with us.

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Legal ser vices funds pledge By JESSE GRAHAM A FREE legal service for people in the Yarra Valley may have to dial back services to needy areas unless cut funding is restored, with Labor pledging assistance if elected next week. But the CEO of the service said that no party had yet come through with definite funds to fill the $400,000 hole left by federal cuts. On Monday 10 November, Labor Shadow Attorney General Martin Pakula visited Healesville’s Eastern Legal Community Centre (ECLC) with Eildon candidate, Sally Brennan, and Evelyn candidate, Peter Harris. The visit followed an announcement on 31 October that Labor, if

elected on 29 November, would establish a $2 million Community Legal Centre Assistance Fund to help individual centres. The fund was in response to funding cuts to community legal centres in the Federal Budget, and centres could apply for funding over two years of the fund to help ease financial stress. While ECLC CEO Michael Smith welcomed the announcement, he said his organisation - which services the entire Yarra Ranges - would still have to look at winding back services. “The outlook is kind of complicated - the centre is determined to keep an office open somehow,” he said. “But it’s really challenging - the

more we do, the more need we get. “Our outreach to Yarra Junction might have to be less, and we’re doing great work there - we would like to grow that service, rather than having to shrink.” ECLC runs from an office in Healesville, as well as Boronia, with outreach programs in various towns in the Yarra Ranges, and provides free legal advice for issues such as family violence, among others. Mr Smith said the Coalition had also been in discussions about increasing funding to handle family violence work through CLCs, but that no announcement specifically for the Eildon electorate had been made.

He said Labor’s assistance fund would be a step in the right direction albeit a small one. “On principle, it’s an important thing to have those funds, so that we can apply for and hopefully meet that application,” he said. “But in terms of the local CLC for the Yarra Ranges and Healesville, we would prefer that there was a local commitment made,” he said. Ms Brennan told the Mail that the assistance fund would help ECLC to stave off potentially closing their Healesville service, and that her party had an ‘absolute commitment’ to CLCs. “For a lot of women living with do-

mestic violence, this is the end game - this is where all the work with agencies, all the support, all the trust comes together at this point and there’s a final solution,” she said. “When they go to court and take legal action, that’s often the culmination of months, sometimes years of work.” The Victorian State Election will be held on Saturday 29 November. On Friday 21 November, Yarra Valley FM 99.1 will be hosting a candidates’ forum for Eildon, in conjunction with the Mail at Healesville’s Memo Hall, running from 7-8.30pm. For more information, or to register for the event, visit www.yarravalleyfm. com.

Pink Ribbon catches on By KATH GANNAWAY

Focus on family violence By JESSE GRAHAM FAMILY violence will be front and centre at a Healesville community forum, with experts gathering to give advice on warning signs, prevention and resolution to domestic abuse. The Rotary Club of Healesville, along with Yarra Ranges Council and Yarra Valley Community Health have organised the Family Violence Awareness Forum, which will be held at the Memo Hall on Wednesday 3 December from 7pm. Health Promotions coordinator at Yarra Valley Community Health (Eastern Health) and speaker at the forum, Julia Blackburn, said the focus of the evening was on the prevention of family violence and exploring its causes. “One of the key things is

that we see violence against women as a gendered issue it’s identified as male violence against women in the majority of cases,” Ms Blackburn said. “We’ll look at things like rigid gender stereotypes and ... inequalities between men and women - issues around respect towards women and look at the broader cultures of violence in society.” Ms Blackburn said the issues would be discussed in depth, from preventing violence in the home to police responses and service responses and how to seek help. She said it was important to note that violence wasn't always about physical abuse, but could be emotional, sexual, financial, spiritual, as well as physical. “Sometimes, there’s no physical violence, but there’s a lot of emotional violence

and abuse,” she said. “We’re talking about power and control over another person.” Around four presenters, all health professionals or police representatives will be talking on the night, and will be available to talk to attendees after the event formally finishes. Ms Blackburn said she hoped the event would raise awareness of family violence and its many facets, and help to generate discussions between people and in the broader community. The Family Violence Awareness Forum will run from 7-9pm on Wednesday 3 December in the Nan Francis Room at the Memo Hall in Healesville. For more information, call 9294 6866.

Cr Maria McCarthy (centre) with friends Olga DiNezza and Grace Molluso at the luncheon. Picture: MITCH MEYLAND

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FROM a morning tea that raised $500 nine years ago to a spectacular winery luncheon that raised $23,046 this year, the Pink Ribbon Morning Tea Fund-raiser that started at the Wandin North Primary School is an amazing success story. The Pink Ribbon Morning Tea has been held at Killara Estate Winery in Seville for the past three years after building a great following at Vines for four years. It’s an event that has tapped into the hearts and the pockets of hundreds of people with every cent raised going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. This year’s event at Killara Estate was a special one. “We were going to break the $100,000 total, and it’s 20 years since the Pink Ribbon campaign started,” organiser Karen Webb said. The actual amount raised over nine years is $109,000. The success of the event is down to the extraordinary support Karen and her team get throughout the year and on the day. “Everything is donated from the venue to the food, raffle prizes and goods and services for the silent auction, which means that 100 per cent of the money raised goes to the foundation,” Karen said. People are always keen to go along and very generously bid at the auctions and buy raffle tickets. “It’s a very relaxed and inspiring day, with tears as well as laughter, and that comes down to the way its run with people

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Opinion Piping up THE NORTH-south pipeline, just like the desalination plant, will be an eternal warning for families in the Eildon electorate that Labor can’t manage money, can’t manage major projects, can’t manage water supplies and can’t be trusted to tell the truth. Daniel Andrews has this week said it “will be for others to judge” if the $750 million pipeline - idle since September 2010 - was a waste of money and he won’t switch it on. Families in the area who had their properties dug up for a $750 million taxpayer funded pipeline that operated for only six months are still rightly outraged by Labor’s arrogance in ramming through this reckless and grossly wasteful white elephant. Can Daniel Andrews even be trusted when he says he won’t switch on the north-south pipeline when Labor’s 2014 platform says a Daniel Andrews government will revert to Labor’s failed old Victorian Water Grid policy “Expand the Victorian Water Grid so that water can be better shared between communities in need”? Labor’s water grid policy specifically endorsed the construction and use of large-scale infrastructure to move water from one part of Victoria to another, and the north-south pipeline was a key feature. In 2006 Labor made a promise not to take water out of Victoria’s food bowl region, and they broke that promise only a few years later by building and using the north-south pipeline. Daniel Andrews might say he won’t use the north-south pipeline now, but families in the Eildon electorate remember Labor and their betrayal of country Victoria. Cindy McLeish MP, Liberal candidate for Eildon.

Pipe fails IT COMES as no surprise that the Labor Party now, days before the election, want to distance themselves from their north-south pipeline legacy. But the Eildon Electorate will never forget the fact Labor spent $750 million on a pipeline to take precious water from food production during a drought to flush the toilets of Melbourne. We will never forget that just a few years earlier Labor had promised never to take water from Victoria’s food bowl region. The pipeline has thankfully sat idle since 2011 when Nationals Deputy Leader Peter Walsh became Water Minister and delivered his election promise to switch it off. Labor have now decided they won’t turn on the pipeline either if elected, confirming what a dud project it was. This week, Daniel Andrews said it “will be for others to judge” if the $750 million pipeline was a waste of money. Sorry Mr Andrews, but Victorians judged whether the north-south pipeline was a waste of money four years ago when they voted you and the Labor Party out of government. And so, the north-south pipeline simply remains a stark reminder of the fact Labor can’t manage money, can’t manage major projects, can’t manage water supplies and can’t be trusted to tell the truth. Jim Child, Nationals candidate for Eildon.

Sad to read IT WAS with sadness that I read the letter “Disappointing" from Kersten Gentle. I think the parade was the tale of a town in transition. Yes, the town owes much to the loggers of the past and they made a huge contribution to Healesville. However, we are in a new situation with climate change altering our views on the way for-

Send your letters to: editor@yvnews.com.au ward for not only this town but the whole country. The forests are great carbon stores, the logging industry however is one of the worst drivers of carbon pollution in this country. Let’s have a new vision for this area - the Great Forest National Park will be a huge positive for this area with increased visitor potential. Also the park will protect the streams and the rivers that flow from the Central Highlands, the life-blood of our agriculture. Scientific evidence is showing the almost inevitable collapse of the environment in this area unless we move quickly to protect the destruction of the remaining mature trees, and those that are not being allowed to grow to maturity. Let us celebrate the diversity of the remarkable fauna and flora in this forest and enjoy all the benefits to our health both mental and physical from being in this magical place. The Great Forest National Park will not lock out the public. The four-wheel-drivers, dirt bikes, shooters, walkers, cyclists and horse riders will not be locked out of the park as those against the park are suggesting, there will be multi-purpose areas within the park and visitors will be welcome as long as they respect the forest. When icons such as Sir David Attenborough and Jane Goodall are getting behind the Great Forest National Park, we need to listen. Marion Lewis, Toolangi.

Fighting back IN NOVEMBER, the community of Yarra Ranges came together to fight back against cancer at Cancer Council’s Relay For Life. I would like to thank every community member who participated and contributed to the success of the event, which is expected to raise $50,000 this year. When 330 participants in 26 teams camped and relayed overnight, they helped create hope for everyone in Yarra Ranges with a cancer experience. At Relay For Life, hope lives in every step in the fight against cancer. Each year, over 140,000 Australians support Cancer Council’s Relay For Life. Around the world, people in 24 countries come together at the relay. I am constantly inspired by Relay For Life participants and volunteers, and their dedication to the cause. The money raised at Yarra Ranges Relay For Life will help Cancer Council Victoria provide: Funding for about 160 talented researchers and their cutting-edge projects each year to help detect, treat and beat cancer. Important prevention programs like PapScreen Victoria, Quit and SunSmart to make sure people have all the information they need to cut their risk of cancer. Support services including a free financial counselling service to help those affected by cancer who may be struggling financially. Last year we were able to assist 415 Victorians. In 2014 we are also introducing a pro-bono legal assistance program. Experienced cancer nurses who answer calls to our Helpline, giving people advice, information and support. I would encourage Yarra Ranges residents to make use of this service to discuss their cancer-related questions by calling the Helpline on 13 11 20. Again, I would like to sincerely thank the Yarra Ranges community, volunteers, participants and donors involved, as we would not be able to complete the work we do without your support and generosity. Hope Lives in Relay For Life. Todd Harper, Chief Executive Officer, Cancer Council Victoria.

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3777 says thanks COMMUNITY 3777 would like to thank and con-

gratulate the participants, spectators and volunteers who all contributed to celebrating the strengths and diversity of our community on Saturday 8 November. The 150th Anniversary Grand Street Parade showcased the many groups and talents of our town. Around 1000 participants exemplified what came before, what is now and what could be. It certainly was a sight to see. Thank you for your fantastic efforts and congratulations to the competition winners. Most Colourful/Creative: Healesville Pony Club; Most Historical: Healesville Primary School; Most Entertaining: Combined RSL and Rats of Tobruk Pipe Band; Most Original: Healesville Scouts; School Prize: Chum Creek Primary School; and Community Group Prize: HICSA. Community 3777 is disturbed to hear that some people chose to use the occasion of the parade for political purposes. We do not condone their actions. The parade participants who came from the Heritage Festival were delayed due to traffic issues. As there were concerns that people were congregating on the street, the vintage police cars were asked to sound their sirens to ensure public safety and a clear parade route. We join with Stewart Thompson in thanking the community and hope that everyone has taken away some amazing memories. We particularly want to thank the Yarra Ranges Council, Healesville Building Supplies, Giant Steps and Maroondah Panel Service. Kath Holton, Chairperson, Community 3777.

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Dog of an act WE WERE sitting by the river at Warburton enjoying a family of wood ducks with five tiny ducklings. A woman arrived with a black male cocker spaniel and his brown sister. She let them race into the water so I called out that there were baby ducks. “Oh, that’s okay,” she said. “It’s good for the dogs. I come down here all the time and 20 minutes gives them a great workout!” We watched in horror as the ducklings were separated, harassed and traumatised. The parents frantically tried to ward the dogs off and keep their ducklings together. Eventually one exhausted duckling was swept away on the rapids. The dogs are registered with Yarra Ranges and seven years old. I implore others who may witness this cruelty while walking along the river to voice their horror. Janet Wilson, Montrose.

Sign of the times AS THE person responsible for the erection and maintenance of signs for Cindy McLeish, Liberal candidate for Eildon, I am most concerned at the wanton destruction and vandalism of her signs throughout the electorate, especially around Healesville and the Upper Yarra Valley. If this vandalism is just for “kicks” I say get a life! If on the other hand the signs are being defaced by supporters of other political candidates I would be most disappointed. Signage is a way of informing people about candidates for the State Election on 29 November and as such signs of all candidates should be allowed to be displayed and not interfered with. The footage from CCTV footage has been handed to police for actioning so if you persist in these acts of wilful criminal damage you can look forward to a visit. Chris Jackson, Alexandra.

Schoolies safety BETWEEN finishing their VCE exams and Schoolies Week celebrations, Victoria’s latest round of school leavers have plenty to look forward to in coming weeks. Schoolies is an exciting time for any young person and for many of them it will be the first time they will be going on an extended road trip with friends since gaining their licence. Given the strong links between inexperienced drivers and road trauma, now is the time to be planning that trip to ensure they get home safely. Avoiding distraction from mobile phones or other passengers, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and speeding is a good place to start. As well as being illegal and likely to capture police attention, these things cost lives and nobody wants to see the time of their life turn to tragedy. Parents also have a role to play in ensuring a safe Schoolies Week. If your child is going on a long trip, which for a new driver can be as short as two hours, parents should make sure their children take the family’s safest car and plan rest stops to prevent drowsiness. For more information on how to help their kids plan a safe and enjoyable Schoolies Week, parents should visit the TAC’s new website saferpplaters.com.au. Janet Dore, Chief Executive Officer, Transport Accident Commission.

Open your eyes THE letter from Kersten Gentle (Disappointing, 11 November) makes me wonder if she went home after the parade, or if she has been asleep for the last 12 months. Surely it has been no secret that the 150th celebrations were going to go hand in hand with the Heritage Festival at the Yarra Valley Railway, and what a sensible decision that was. All the major players together, all the necessary road closures on the same weekend, all the crossovers of interests, and the historical displays, and the events at Queens Park; all at the same time to encourage interest and participation for all from Healesville and the surrounding districts. It’s no secret that your passion is for trees, and all that goes along with it, but if I’m not mistaken, there was a huge corner of the station area taken up by the Forestry people, who, as usual put on a massive display that enthralled the crowd all weekend. Did that not count for you? The history of our area would not have been what it was, without the involvement of local schools, residents and businesses of long standing, the CFA and police, the timber people, and the railway as it was, and the YVR, which is a museum of the importance of what was, for the movement of passengers and freight throughout the past. Don’t forget the historical importance of tourism to this area, and the huge part the railways played in this. Coincidently, and cleverly, there was an historic commercial vehicle display at Yarra Glen on the Sunday, which was another related attraction for this important time. Would this weekend been anywhere near as well attended, if it were not for the events at the railway to bolster interest, and as someone who attended both days, in full, there was a huge community spirit happening. Let’s not forget, this is a celebration of all of those 150 years, not just the 1900s, and what happens today, is next year’s history, and carries its own importance. Perhaps you just don’t want to recognise this! Steve Odell, Chum Creek.

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Plans unveiled for Healesville & District Hospital and Yarra Valley Community Health Redevelopment

Memorabilia donations As part of our commitment to continuously engage with the community, a search is underway to ind an old photograph of Healesville & District Hospital that can be enlarged and displayed in the main foyer of the redeveloped hospital and community health service. Staf are also keen to hear peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memories and stories of the hospital from years gone by and to collect any other memorabilia people may wish to donate. If you would like to submit an entry, arrange a presentation of the plans or receive more information about the redevelopment, please contact Tanya Hendry on 5969 9951 or via healesvillefeedback@easternhealth.org.au Latest project newsletters, frequently asked questions and media releases are available at www.easternhealth.org.au/healesvilleredevelopment

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’TIS the season to be organising the office Christmas party. If this creates moans and groans across the work place, why not book RiverView Cafe and Wine Bar for a relaxed, stress-free and thoroughly enjoyable function. RiverView caters for small and larger groups where the focus is on good conversation, food and wine, without losing a sense of intimacy and cosiness. Undoubtedly a key drawcard is the spectacular view overlooking the river, mountains and trees from the balcony. Owners of Warburton’s RiverView, husband and wife duo Bruce and Judy, said an important focus of their business is using local wines and produce. The RiverView offers easy and affordable function packages, which can include festive table decorations on request. Depending on group size, the chef can also develop a bespoke menu to suit. Phone 5966 5888 to book a table or for a function.

Book now for Christmas and End of Year functions and receive a FREE bottle of sparkling wine* *Offer available to group bookings over 8 made prior to November 30.

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Park fight is on By JESSE GRAHAM RENOWNED natural historian and filmmaker Sir David Attenborough threw his support behind Toolangi’s Great Forest National Park (GFNP) campaign in Toolangi, as support and opposition simultaneously grew for the proposal. While the campaigning group faces an uphill battle in the State Election, GFNP steering committee member Sarah Rees said the proposal would endure, regardless of who was elected. On Tuesday 11 November, the Victorian National Parks Association - a notfor-profit environmental organisation - announced that Sir David had given his support to the proposal. In a written statement, he said the “maintenance of an intact ecological system is the only way to ensure the continued existence of biodiversity, safeguard water supplies and provide spiritual nourishment for ourselves for future generations”. “It is for these reasons, and for the survival of the critically endangered Leadbeater’s Possum, that I support the creation of the Great Forest National Park for Victoria,” he wrote. Ms Rees said the timing of the statement was meaningful, with the G20 leaders assembling in Brisbane and the UN Rainforest Summit occurring last week. On Wednesday 12 November, the

group received another boon, successfully raising over $70,000 for the campaign through online crowd-funding website, Pozible. The fund-raising is the latest step in a campaign that began in August last year, when Australian National University Professor David Lindenmayer proposed the park. “It’s an idea whose time has come it’s a Ghandi line, but appropriate in this situation,” Ms Rees said. The group faces strong opposition to the campaign from the Coalition, with both the Nationals and Liberal candidates, Jim Child and Cindy McLeish as well as Australian Country Alliance candidate Jeffrey Leake - ruling out their support for the campaign. Their opposition is matched by that of local forestry group, Friends of Forestry, as well as the government-run VicForests, which undertakes timber harvesting in the Toolangi area - both groups have raised concerns for the future of the industry and local jobs if the park goes ahead. With Labor also ruling out support for the campaign last week, the only political party offering definite support for the proposal is the Greens, which announced that it would demand the establishment of the park if it gained the balance of power after the 29 November election. But Ms Rees said the campaign was

not reliant on the outcome of the election, and that campaigning would continue regardless of the winning party. “Once the election comes to pass, if we have support - great, if not, the show goes on,” she said. Ms Rees said that discussions would need to take place with interest groups such as hunters and four-wheel drivers - and timber industry representatives as the campaign went on. Friends of Forestry members have previously stated their refusal to discuss the matter. Representatives contacted the Mail after a recent candidates’ forum with dozens of studies and records of roundtable conversations, to say that the discussions have already been had. Ms Rees said the money raised through the Pozible campaign would be used to commission a white paper into the GFNP proposal, as well as producing promotional materials, including films. “The funding is not going to pay wages,” she said. “We’ve always worked in a voluntary capacity - it’ll be for very grassroots things, fliers, short films and websites.” Ms Rees indicated that an announcement on the status of the Leadbeater’s Possum would take place on 11 December - the possum is currently listed as Endangered and an application to have its status upgraded to Critically Endangered is being considered by Federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt.

The photo competition had a primary school students category.

Farming was the theme of the Field Days photo competition.

Prize win in a snap By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM FARMING was the theme of the prize winning photographs at the Wandin-Silvan Field Days this year. The photo competition is sponsored each year by the Wandin-Seville Community Bank and always draws a number of high-quality entries. Branch manager Jackie Butler said that there were multiple categories, including a primary school student section. “The branch has been involved with the photographic competition for the past five years and we’ve seen some amazing photos throughout that time. “This was the first year that the competition was free to enter, which opened up the field to even more entries.” The winning entries of the photo competition are currently on display at the Wandin-Seville Community Bank.

The photo competition was sponsored by the Wandin-Seville Community Bank.

Pages from the past Healesville Guardian 10 November 1934 Centenary Guests THE Cumberland Valley, Marysville, was visited last Sunday by a large party of Centenary guests. A picnic lunch was ordered by Mr W. H. Everard MLA, who organised the party. The menu compromised kangaroo tail soup, grilled chops, potatoes baked in the ashes and ‘billy’ tea. After lunch the party walked to the various points of interest, viewing the Cora Lynn and Cumberland Falls. On the return journey, a stop was made at Healesville and Mr Everard escorted the party to the Sanctuary where they inspected many species of native animals. The visitors were entertained by Cr Mowle at afternoon tea in the sanctuary kiosk where Miss Moreland set before them very delectable refreshments. Cricket LILYDALE appears to have the call over Healesville as, with only three batsmen dismissed, they have already exceeded the latter team’s aggregate. The last contributor to Healesville’s tally of 67 was A. Kay and with the exception of J. Pocket no other batsmen could last long against the bowling of H. Robertson and J. Lane, who bagged three scalps apiece.

Warburton Mail 13 November 1964 Millgrove Football Club appoints two life-members MILLGROVE Football Club presented life-membership medallions to two of the club’s most ardent supporters at a social evening at the Warburton Cabaret last Saturday night. The two gentlemen honoured were Messrs Jack Cluning and Len Stratford who have both given years of service to the club. Jacky a former player has maintained his close ties with the Millgrove club since ‘hanging up his boots’ in the mid 1930s. ‘Strattie’ mentioned such football greats as Cyril Nagel, the best captain the club has ever had. Donna Buang National Park A MOVE is afoot to try to get Mt Donna Buang declared a National Park. The idea is to charge a nominal amount for entry into the defined area at the summit. THE money, expected to be considerable especially during the snow season, could be used by the controlling body to improve facilities on the mount. Round Up MRS D. Green, of East Warburton, is a newcomer to the district and already has proved an acquisition. Her efficient

organising of the bonfire and barbecue at East Warburton on 5 November was mainly responsible for the successful outcome. Close on 200 attended and a profit of eight pounds was made for the local fire brigade. On Saturday 5 December, at 2.30pm, ‘Adanac’ Guest House in Hoddle Street, Yarra Junction, will be auctioned. The guest house of 15 bedrooms, large lounge dining room, bathrooms, showers, woodsheds, poultry sheds, tennis court is located on 12 acres, all cleared. Healesville Guardian 17 November 1934 The Treacherous Blacks’ Spur THE notoriously dangerous Blacks’ Spur Road between Healesville and Narbethong was the scene of another accident on Thursday morning when a heavily laden motor furniture van, driven by Mr Herbert Keddie of South Camberwell, got out of control near the summit and crashed down into a deep gully at the roadside. Mr Keddie and a companion were pinned beneath the front of the van, from which they were extricated by Mr Mackenzie, a motor service driver. They received treatment at nurse Tonge’s hospital for their abrasions and shock.

Yarra Glen TO celebrate the freeing of the Memorial Hall from debt, the members of the R.S.S.I.L.A. gave a social evening to the women’s auxiliary in recognition of the sterling work performed by its members. A polished blackwood plaque, inscribed, ‘As a permanent mark of gratitude and esteem to the Women’s Auxiliary who, by their untiring efforts have furnished and cleared this hall of all debt’, was unveiled by Mr L. Morris, the oldest returned soldier in the district. All the ladies were presented with bouquets. Dancing items and supper concluded a pleasant evening. Warburton Mail 13 November 1964 Big attendance at kindergarten meeting PUBLIC meetings at Warburton as a rule only attract a handful of interested citizens, but this was not the case last Wednesday night when many more than expected attended the meeting at the Mechanics’ Hall. The meeting was convened by the shire to consider the possibility of setting up a kindergarten at Warburton. Even the shire president, Cr S. Cooper, showed surprise at the interest shown. Cr Cooper introduced Miss Wollaston, preschool officer of the

Department of Health, who gave those present a comprehensive report on what was required to establish a preschool centre. Railway RUMOURS have been circulating for weeks but now it is practically certain - the Lilydale to Warburton railway passenger service is to be shut down before the end of the year. An official announcement can be expected early in December. The passenger service will be the first to go, then it will be only a matter of time before the freight service is stopped and the line closed permanently. The link between Lilydale and Warburton is not a paying proposition, in fact it is costing the Railways thousands of pounds a year to keep the line open. Lady Bourchier LADY Bourchier, who died at Gladysdale last week, was well known in the district although she lived in Melbourne. She frequently visited and stayed with her daughter and son-inlaw Mr and Mrs Niall Brennan of Gladysdale. Lady Bourchier, 77, had been in poor health and was transferred to her family home in Gladysdale. Her husband, the late Col. Murray Bourchier CMG was buried in 1937. - Contributed by Ellena Biggs

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Can’t beat the Rock Berry value ROCK Berry Jam is back in 2015. With seven great Aussie rock artists for just $70, Rock Berry Jam is the Yarra Valley’s best value for money open air rock concert. “With another fabulous all-star line-up of great Aussie rock acts, we can’t wait to spend the day with you in March next year, enjoying the music, the crowd and all of the awesome extras that Rock Berry Jam offers,” event organiser Lisa Glassborow said. “Our line-up includes Jon Stevens, Daryl Braithwaite, The Black Sorrows, Ross Wilson, Jason Singh,The Flaming Moes and Where’s Joss promising a day filled with all the classics you know and love. “Pack a picnic, or purchase something to eat from one of our local catering partners and

enjoy the great live music and DJ tunes in between each set. Our MC will keep you entertained with some great giveaways through the day, all aimed at bringing people together to enjoy great music in the beautiful surrounds of the Yarra Valley. “With ample parking if you choose to drive, and access for buses and taxis should you be enjoying a few drinks, we want your Rock Berry Jam experience to be one that you choose to share with your family and friends each year. “We hear that those who came last year will be back with a vengeance!” If you’re looking to book transport, please contact Yarra Valley Winery Tours on 1300 496 766 or email info@yarravalleywinerytours.com.au

Lisa and Charlie are looking forward to the Rock Berry Jam.

Fluid moves for festival

The Fluid Festival will be held at the picturesque York on Lilydale.

THE Fluid Festival at the York on Lilydale will showcase some of Australia’s best beers, ciders and wines. The event will feature stalls from over 15 local and international suppliers, offering the chance to sample a huge range of flavours and styles. In addition to tastings, you will have the opportunity to meet some of the best in the business at the ‘Meet the

Brewer’ master classes. Kicking off at 11am and wrapping up at approximately 4.30pm, the event is free to attend all day. Stands will be set up outside at the rear of the hotel near the lake. Great food will also be available, ranging from Bavarian sausages to hot roast beef rolls off the spit. There will be plenty of entertainment on the day catering for families including an inflatable maze, inflatable

castle, miniature animal farm, face painting, and much more. Also there will be a stage set up featuring Bedrock with the lead singer none other than Lee Harding from Australian Idol and Secret Empire. For more information and to pre-purchase taste tokens at a discounted rate, visitfluidfestival.com.au. Further details can also be found on their Facebook page at York on Lilydale.

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Government’s ice grants LOCAL communities can now apply for funding in the fight against the drug ice. On Saturday, Crime Prevention Minister Edward O’Donohue joined State MP and Liberal candidate for Eildon Cindy McLeish and Liberal Member for Evelyn Christine Fyffe in Healesville to encourage local communities to apply for the grants. Local communities can apply for grant funding of up to $100,000 to deliver their own ideas to stop the spread of ice in the community. Mr O’Donohue said the funding was part of the Coalition’s whole-of-government program to fight the drug. “The Napthine Coalition Government has adopted a whole-of-government approach to ice, which seeks to reduce supply, demand and harm of this insidious and damaging drug, with investments in prevention, treatment and law and order initiatives.” Ms McLeish encouraged not-for-profit community groups and councils to apply for funding to help tackle the problem of ice.

“There is no quick fix and the problem has to be attacked from every angle,” Ms McLeish said. “The $2 million grants program focuses on supporting prevention-based initiatives and allows communities to develop and deliver local solutions to ice and other illicit drug problems,” Ms Fyffe said. “The use of ice is a growing issue in the Yarra Ranges. It is a blight on our society which presents a bleak picture for those, who can be from all walks of life that use the drug.” “Local communities have a crucial role to play, and their contribution is essential for developing and delivering effective initiatives,” Ms McLeish said. People can have an impact and support a safer community by reporting those who deal in ice and other drugs anonymously to Crime Stoppers. Expressions of interest for the ice prevention grants close on 13 February 2015. Groups can find out more and submit expressions of interest at crimeprevention.vic.gov.au

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diction and recovery on the ice.vic.gov. au website. The stories highlight the addictive and destructive nature of ice, and that recovery from ice addiction is possible. “These powerful, real life stories highlight the addictive and destructive nature of ice to those users who may think they are in control. “We know young people at risk of

taking ice are much more likely to listen to people who have been through it before,” Mr Ryan said. “We also hope these stories will give strength to people struggling with ice addiction and highlight the addictive and destructive nature of ice to those users who think they are in control of their ice use. “While recovering from ice can be difficult, it is possible. There is help

and support available for people struggling with the drug.” Visit ice.vic.gov.au for a list of support services,” he concluded. The ‘What are you doing on ice?’ campaign forms part of a whole-ofgovernment approach to tackling ice, including prevention, education, law and order, and increased support for drug treatment.

Stories from ice.vic.gov.au Many users wrote about how quickly they became addicted and warned others not to try the drug. “Ice is such a damaging drug and very deceiving, you can think everything is wonderful and you are on top of the world but reality soon becomes distorted, if you are thinking of quitting it will be the best decision you make for you and everyone around you.” “You never think this will happen to you, but as soon as you put the pipe to your lips, you are sealing your own fate. Don’t do it to yourself.” Some wrote about their recovery from ice addiction – showing others that it is possible. “One year of rehab, another of counselling and nine years later I still get cravings, particularly when I’m feeling anxious or not coping with everyday things. But I am okay and I am still clean. “I will tell anyone and everyone to please try and get help, accept it when it is offered to you. It will hurt, it will be terrifying and it will be horribly embarrassing at times … but it is so worth it in the end.”

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INITIAL campaign results indicate the Victorian Government’s ‘What are you doing with ice?’ campaign is resonating with young people at risk. The campaign, developed in partnership with the Penington Institute, shows a young man and woman as their ice addiction spirals from occasional use to addiction. John Ryan, CEO of the Penington Institute said that initial campaign research suggested that young people were responding well to the campaign’s message. “This was an evidence-based campaign. We knew from the beginning that young people were only going to listen if we presented a realistic picture of ice use and addiction. “And the initial campaign results show that it has been received really well by those most at risk. “A survey of 150 young people showed that 75 per cent of those who had taken drugs before had thought about their attitudes towards ice or spoken to family and friends about the issue since seeing the campaign.” In line with the realistic picture of ice addiction presented in the campaign advertisements, ice users and their families were encouraged to anonymously share their stories of ad-

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BIG BLOCK OFFERS LOADS OF OPTIONS SET on 860 square metres, this lovely brick veneer three bedroom home would be great as a first home, a downsize close to shops, or as a rental. It has natural gas ducted heating plus a split system heater/cooler in the L-shaped lounge dining area. The kitchen has a dishwasher and the

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adjoining meals area has a sliding door to a terrific covered deck overlooking the garden and hills beyond. Other features include an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe to the main bedroom, plus spa in the main bathroom, patterned paved driveway, carport, garden shed and space for children and pets to roam.

Woori Yallock Inspect: By appointment Price: $360,000-$370,000 Contact: Jenny Webb, 0419 892 371 BARRY PLANT WOORI YALLOCK, 5964 7344

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This log cabin style home ofers the chance to grow your own veggies, enjoy the established fruit trees. Ofering 3 bedroom, an L shaped lounge & dining, feature ire place, wood heater & split system, updated bathroom & a full length rear verandah to sit & enjoy the views.The land is a mixture of light bush, grassy areas and orchard, has a small dam and various shedding and shelters a double carport and a lock up garage. A home that would be easy to put your own stamp on and reap the rewards! contact Samantha Price on 0438 795 190 or 59671277 samantha@bellrealestate.com.au

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This well presented home with gorgeous views ofers 3 bedrooms, spacious kitchen with slow combustion stove, light & bright dining area. Outside a double carport, double garage, mud brick shed with your very own pizza oven. Great veggie garden, fruit trees & wonderful play area for the kids under the shady trees, on a lovely block 15 mins drive to the shops at Yarra Junction & not only walking distance to the Powelltown pub but you can see the pub ! An opportunity for a peaceful weekend retreat or the irst home buyer. contact Tony Fanfulla on 0419 870 513 or 5967 1277 tony@bellrealestate.com.au

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Woori Yallock 110 ELviAN RD

auction Sat Nov 22nd @ 2pm

MaSSive hoMeStead, river froNtage & 40 acreS approx. (16 ha) At the end of the secluded entrance & winding driveway you’ll be astounded to see this 49+ square home which ofers six or seven bedrooms, four bathrooms & ample living space to entertain all your family & friends. Set on approx. 40 acres with 10+ paddocks, ménage, round yard, stables within a large shed with concrete loor & power all ideal for horse lovers. inside you’ll ind a large timber kitchen with walk in pantry & updated appliances with a mixture throughout of slate & carpeted rooms. Outside there’s extensive gardens surrounding the home plus an in-ground swimming pool which enjoys serene views over your land & beyond. Too many extras to mention, an inspection is a must.

contact Tony Fanfulla on 0419 870 513 or 59671277 inspection Sat 1.30 - 2pm (Photo iD Required)

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$259,950

ideal location to build your dream home in sought after Woori Yallock, Superb allotment of 2615m2 (over half acre) with all services available and transport only a minute away & shops just a short stroll. Scattered established trees with loads of room to build (STCA). Lush green grass and a level allotment make this a rare ind for the area.

contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

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Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 18 years

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Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

WEsburN 2839 WARbuRTON HWY Price range $320,000 - $350,000 HoME Is WHErE THE HEarT Is!! 1/3 acrE (approx) ideally situated well presented 4 bedroom home conveniently located metres from the bus stop & just a short stroll to local school.A spacious living room, dining area, split system heating/cooling,kitchen with gas cooking & loads of bench space & cupboards. Great size bedrooms with built in robes, ensuite & walk in robe to master.The bbQ/Entertaining deck provides indoor/outdoor space to enjoy & 2-3 car garage/workshop ofers room to park the cars. A superb 1660m2 allotment with pretty garden & established trees. contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 inspection Sat 11.30 -12pm (Photo iD Required)

Laird Coulter 0419 007 917 42 years

5967 1277

Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

2457Warburton Hwy,Yarra Junction

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 9 years

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1611Warburton HwyWooriYallock

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Tegan Ward Property Management

5966 2530

3407Warburton Hwy,Warburton

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Auction Sat Dec 6th @ 11am

Price Range $230,000 - $260,000

Perfect Opportunity for peace & quiet & only 5 mins from the township of Warburton a huge double block (1780sqm approx.). Ofering 3 bedrooms, kitchen with plenty of bench space, good living area, light & bright rooms with split system & a cosy coonara for all your creature comforts. Step outside to ind a deck with distant mountain views, a lovely level block that ofers heaps of room for kids & pets, lock up garage completes the package. A short stroll to the reserve leads to the banks of the Yarra River, be quick to inspect. Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

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Fix me up & reap the rewards! Three bedroom home with colorbond roof, verandah & steel garden shed is located right on the Warburton Trail & handy to bus stop & shops. open-plan living features cathedral ceilings, wood heater & there’s built in robes in all bedrooms. Set on 903 sq/m of lat land and services available are mains water, sewer, phone, power, gas main passes. Contact Laird Coulter on 0419 007 917 or 5967 1277 Inspection Sat 10.30 -11am (Photo ID Required)

EAST WARBURTON PEACE & QUIET ON NEARLY ½ ACRE

WESBURN 5 MAgginS LAne

Auction Sat Nov 22nd @ 12pm

BUYERS FROM $690,000 SHOULD INSPECT encased by soaring Mountain views, ofering approx 19 glorious acres with a combination of lush paddocks, 2 dams, menage, tack room, shedding and small amount of bush with motorbike track this property ofers a large family an enviable lifestyle. Perched at the end of a sweeping driveway yet located in town with easy walk to transport and local school sits a 5 bedroom plus study brick & rendered ranch style home with 2 separate living areas, formal dining area & 2 bathrooms. Full length verandah across the front is the ideal place for entertaining, watching the kids play or having a cuppa & just taking in the superb views of the majestic Mountains surrounding Warburton & the Valley. With privacy assured yet convenience at your doorstep properties like this are sought after yet rarely found. inspection is a must!!!

Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 Inspection Sat 11.30 -12pm (Photo iD Required)

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Price Range $310,000 - $330,000

immaculately presented this 3 bedroom split level home is one in a million. Lovingly refurbished with well designed new kitchen, new bathroom, new laundry, tastefully painted inside & ofering 2 living zones, natural gas ducted heating plus a cosy open ire place, built in robes throughout & an undercover fully paved entertaining area. Front verandah overlooking farmland make this property complete with nothing to spend & everything to gain. Walking distance to school, shops & transport an inspection is sure to impress!! Contact Michelle Jones on 0411 085 631 or 5967 1277 michelle@bellrealestate.com.au

Michael Robinson 0418 505 635 28 years

Peter Robinson 0419 543 341 29 years

Peter Farrelly 0417 147 706 18 years

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Michelle Jones 0411 085 631 12 years

Sam Price 0438 795 190 5 years

Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 15 years

WARBURTON SPACIOUS HOME FANTASTIC VIEWS

Price Range $330,000 - $360,000

Sitting on just under ½ an acre (1970M2) magniicent views & a spacious layout with 4 bedrooms spread across 2 levels. Downstairs is a study, bedroom or 2nd living area & garage. Upstairs main living area comprising dining & lounge & kitchen with breakfast alcove & walk-in pantry, shower &bathroom. There are 3 bedrooms on this level all with built-in robes. The block is terraced, taking in the breathtaking views, with a water tank for all your gardening needs. A short stroll to cafes, shops & the river complete the package. Contact Laird Coulter on 0419 007 917 or 5966 2530 laird@bellrealestate.com.au

Laird Coulter 0419 007 917 42 years

5967 1277

Tracey Smedley 0439 679 217

2457Warburton Hwy,Yarra Junction

Jenni Robinson Licensed Agent 14 years

Clare Morse Marketing Manager 9 years

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1611Warburton HwyWooriYallock

Michelle Karanikich Property Manager

Nicky McDonald Property Management

Tegan Ward Property Management

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AT HOME ON 19 ACRES

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OFFERING 19 acres with a combination of lush paddocks, two dams, manege, tack room, shedding and motorbike track, this property offers an enviable lifestyle. PERCHED at the end of a sweeping driveway yet located in town with easy walk to transport and local school sits a five bedroom plus study home with two separate living areas, dining area and two bathrooms. Its full-length verandah is the ideal place for entertaining and taking in the superb views of the mountains surrounding Warburton and the valley. The selling agent says that with its privacy assured, properties like this are sought after yet rarely found.

5 Maggins Lane Auction: Saturday, 22 November, noon Inspect: Saturday, 11.30am-noon Price: Buyers from $690,000

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WOORI YALLOCK

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION BUSINESS FOR SALE This is your opportunity to own WOORI YALLOCK PRODUCE And PET SUPPLIES. A well-known business in a very “prominent location” to maximise every opportunity. Abundant car parking. Solid loyal customer base. Choose the lifestyle and be your own boss. Offers above $98,000 + SAV 10 year Lease available (5x5)

Contact: Steve 03 59646 181 or 0409852564

NEAT, BIG AND WELLPOSITIONED Inspect: By appointment Price: $360,000-$380,000 Contact: Ashleigh Hall, ANDREW MCMATH REAL ESTATE, YARRA JUNCTION, 5967 1800

THIS well-presented home is set on about 645 square metres in a great location. OFFERING four bedrooms and two bathrooms, it is light-filled and welcoming. The front deck is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy the stunning views and the undercover area at the rear of the house is ideal for entertaining. The open kitchen and dining room has a wood heater and split system, making it a very comfortable area. The spacious lounge also has great views and there is ducted heating throughout. The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, with access to the powder room. A lock-up garage and lovely gardens in the front and the backyard shows that all the hard work has been done.

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65 The Crest,YARRA GLEN

Inspect by Appointment or Scheduled OFI THE GREAT ESCAPE If you are looking for a lifestyle property with amazing views & only minutes to the township of Yarra Glen this property is for you. Set on approx. 10 acres giving one privacy & seclusion with a large garage/w’shop plus carport.The brick home is extremely comfortable featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus 2 separate living areas, modern kitchen & a large rear entertaining deck plus 3rd loor area for extra living, rumpus, storage, home ofice or artists studio. There is plenty of storage for water with capacity of 40,000 gallons.

Inspect by Appointment or Scheduled OFI PRIVACY & SECLUSION We are pleased to be offering contemporary residence with commanding views across the township towards the mountains.The residence features 4 living areas, 3 b/r’s, 2 bathrooms & is set on an approx. 1085m2. Offering extensive use of feature brick & timber throughout, 2 large OFP’s, gas heating, cooking & HWS plus air conditioning.This property would suit a family, the lifestyle buyer or would make an excellent holiday accommodation (STCA) being with in close proximity of the main street.

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14/83-87 Maroondah Hwy, HEALESVILLE

IMMACULATE TOWNHOUSE Three bedroom open plan Victorian Style Townhouse with ensuite to the master bedroom, polished floor boards, stone bench tops, gas ducted heating, single lock up garage with internal access, well appointed kitchen and a good size lounge opening out onto your own private courtyard. Currently tenanted at $1477 pcm until 17/01/15. Situated in “Oaks on Maroondah”; a beautiful setting in the Yarra Valley which is gated giving one security and seclusion.

LIFESTYLE PLUS This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom property is immaculately presented and totally delivers on all fronts. All of the bedrooms are a good size and the master with ensuite & walk in robe has wonderful views out to the hills. Comprising Scandinavian inspired bespoke kitchen, double-glazing, solar hot water, ducted heating & cooling, loft conversion with ample storage, parking for 2 vehicles, and the home is situated on a low maintenance block of land on a quiet no-through road.

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$89,000

Offers Above $620,000

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Cabin 6E, 419 Don Road, HEALESVILLE

LIVE IN OR TAKE AWAY This immaculate 2 bedroom cabin offers an excellent opportunity to get into Healesville. Set in a beautiful tranquil and peaceful park setting, and if you don’t like this setting, you can pick your cabin up and shift it somewhere else.The choice is yours!

JINDALEE - COUNTRY HOUSE Lovely three bedroom, two bathroom, BV home set on 3.5 acres with generous paddocks, manège, stables & facilities, workshop, car accommodation and vehicle access with large rear deck with views to Mt Riddell, open plan living, solid fuel heater, 2 x reverse cycle air conditioners, polished floorboards and only minutes away from Healesville town centre.

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121 Airlie Road, HEALESVILLE

$325,000

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Inspect Strictly by Appointment or Scheduled OFI FULL OF CHARACTER Fabulous two bedroom character style townhouse in a convenient location. Featuring gas ducted heating, split system air conditioner, polished floorboards, designer kitchen with gas cooktop and dishwasher, private rear deck and single carport.

232 Maroondah Highway, Healesville

Inspect Strictly by Appointment or Scheduled OFI GARDEN HIDE AWAY Contemporary style weatherboard home beautifully hidden from view, amidst a very established garden offering a mix of European and native trees and plants on almost ¾ of an acre. The 3 bedroom home features ensuite to the main bedroom, built in robes, ducted heating, air conditioning, wood heater and 2 large living areas. Comprising plenty of car accommodation that includes a double garage, mechanics pit and a separate workshop. An ideal get-away on a private and serene setting to enjoy the peace and quiet.

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WARBURTON 27B BLACKWOOD AVENUE Enjoy Where you Live

Positioned to take in the majestic views of the surrounding mountains yet just minutes from the Yarra River and shops,this well presented home is only approx 12 years old. Offering 3 bedrooms, all with robes including a walk-in robe in the master, 2 bathrooms, plus 2 spacious living areas with reverse cycle split systems in both, this is a lovely family home. The yard is large enough to build a garage (STCA) and still have plenty of room for a veggie patch or a kids play area. METHOD PRICE $375,000 Plus INSPECT Saturday 11am-11:30am Photo ID required CONTACT Jane Nunn 0432 375 940 WOORI YALLOCK OFFICE 5964 7344

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Imagine over half an acre with room to grow veggies, fruit trees, have some animals, and at the same time be tucked away in a picturesque location with enviable views stretching across farmland and beyond from your rear deck. This could be a reality when you discover this quite special property. The layout is open plan, offering a lounge room with wood heater and corrugated metal feature wall.

Renovated kitchen, bathroom, laundry and modern colours make the interior of this three bedroom brick veneer home feel very modern. The covered deck with barbeque provides a great spot to enjoy the views, and steps leading down to it from the double carport are evidence that quite a lot of landscaping has already been done. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not much more for its new owner to do, but still a chance to add your own touch at your leisure. Come and see for yourself.

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A wonderful weekender or permanent home, this two storey three bedroom home approx 10 years young offers open plan living in an environment with wildlife and space to spread out. The upstairs loft area would make a great parents or teenager retreat with a bedroom and study or lounge. Relax in the outdoor 5 seater spa while looking at the evening stars. Even your animal friends and chooks have their own fenced enclosures!

With a block size approx. 894sqm, a great back yard for children and pets, and a double garage with rear access, there is more to this property than the house itself. Situated in the bowl of a court, the lovely brick veneer home offers natural gas ducted heating, a step down lounge with wood heater, a kitchen/family room, a generous sunroom with air conditioner, main bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite at the front of the house, and two other bedrooms with robes near the main bathroom.

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High-tech from the past By MARLENE MILLOTT

By JESSE GRAHAM MOTORBIKE enthusiasts from around the country will be riding down to Healesville this weekend, with a gathering of vintage motorcycles available for the public to peruse. Oz Beamers, a group of Sunbeam motorbike enthusiasts, will head to Healesville from 19-23 November, with about 30 bikes and their riders coming through the valley. On Sunday 23 November at 9am, the riders will assemble at Coronation Park for a quick display of their bikes, before continuing their rally. The motorcycle rally is being organised by Croydon’s Andrew Westmore, and he said that choosing the area to visit was a no-brainer. “It’s a fairly loose group of people, and usually someone at a rally puts their hand up to organise a rally in their home town,” he said. “I decided Healesville because it, and the Yarra Valley, is such a wonderful tourist destination that it was worth having it there.” He said that residents had no reason to worry about hoon behaviour or riders taking over the Black Spur, as the vintage motorbikes weren’t made for racing or high-speed adventure. “These motorcycles aren’t renowned for speed - more cruising along and sight-seeing,” Mr Westmore said. He said the bikes were referred to as “the gentleman’s motorcycle” because of their comfort, rather than speed, and were more expensive than other bikes during their production run.

Andrew Westmore will be one of around 30 motorcyclists visiting the valley this weekend with vintage bikes. 130650 Picture: ROB CAREW Sunbeam’s S-Model motorcycles were only manufactured from 1946-’56, and only two different types were made - the S7 and S8. Mr Westmore said that both varieties would be at the rally, along with earlier models of Sunbeam bikes that dated back to 1912 and were powered by single-cylinder engines. The riders will gather at Coronation Park on River Street and Mocha and Lime on Green Street from 9am-10am before heading off on a jaunt. Mr Westmore urged residents, visitors and motorbike enthusiasts to stop by and check out the different bikes.

A NEW exhibition featuring computer consoles from the past 30 years has just opened at the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum. The Garden of Forking Paths is an interactive installation of computer gaming that allows visitors to play with the games and equipment. Consoles on show include the historic Commodore 64 machine, a representation of the internet when it was first launched, and cutting edge Oculus Rift headwear. The installation is an arts media exhibition by dLux Media that displays antique computer technology and vintage games. Curator of collections at the museum, Karlie Hawking, said the artists made the effort to match original software with original hardware for the installation. She said the installation could be enjoyed by adults and children alike. “It’s an exhibition of exploration, not just shoot ‘em up

Collections curator Karlie Hawking enjoying the new computer gaming exhibition at Yarra Ranges Regional Picture: JESSE GRAHAM Museum. 130636 dead and action,” she said. “There’s an opportunity for people to reflect on their childhood and introduce their kids to what was whiz-bang technology when it came out.” Director of dLux Media Tara Morelos said inspiration for the exhibition came from her love of gaming and the artistry made possible by computers. The Garden of Forking Paths displayed work from 10 artists across the world, and had al-

ready travelled across Australia. This will be the exhibition’s first appearance in Victoria. To coincide with the exhibition, the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum is running a summer program for kids and adults. For more information about the program see the museum’s website. The Garden of Forking Paths will be open throughout the school holidays, until 15 February 2015.

Books will come to life Community Services Association (HICSA) Co-ordinator of Cultural Programs, Brooke Collins; Healesville RSL President and former projectionist, Brian Luscombe; Healesville Sanctuary worker for over 50 years and Healesville and District Historical Society President, Kevin Mason and many more will be featured as living books over the day, each available for a chat. Singer of the Eurogliders and Healesville resident, Grace Knight, has also been confirmed as one of the Living Library participants, pending bookings. Even the Mail’s own reporter and lifelong Healesville resident, Jesse Graham, will be

available on the day as a living book. The event has been organised by the Yarra Ranges Council and Eastern Regional Libraries, as part of the Healesville 150th calendar of events, and all participants are voluntary. A catalogue with all of the participants will be available on the day and, as with books, borrowers are expected to return the living books in the same or better condition as when they borrowed them. Bookings for the Living Library are essential, and can be made by visiting the Healesville Library or by calling Sharon on 5962 4423.

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RESIDENTS will be able to book out a piece of Healesville history - or two - this week when a Living Library session will be put on in the library. A number of Healesvillians, young and old, will be at the Healesville Library this Thursday, 20 November, from 1-3.30pm for the sessions, where people can visit and book one of them, as they would with a book, for a chat. The living books will be available for 15 minutes to talk about their experiences in the town, interesting stories from over the years or their particular area of expertise. Healesville Indigenous

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trademark blend of badass stoicism and deadpan comedy to the film, and is assisted by a great supporting cast. The action scenes are brutal, energetic and superbly-choreographed, and the film is teeming with visual style. What also stands out about John Wick is the sense of humour it has about itself. Amusing riffs on the hitman and revenge formulas include clandestine clean-up crews, weird codes of conduct and a posh hotel devoted entirely to assassins. The way the film acknowledges the absurdity of a puppy

inciting such a bloodbath, and how John’s targets implicitly know they’re screwed when he comes after them, both give John Wick a fun self-aware feel amid the darkness. The film is a violent revenge movie while also effectively satirising its own genre. Savagely satisfying but also funny and strongly-directed, John Wick is a great mainstream comeback into the action genre for Keanu Reeves, especially after the lacklustre 47 Ronin early this year. - SETH HYNES

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Training for success at college TRAINEESHIPS and workplace training are great ways to gain qualifications without having to attend class the training organisation comes to you. UYCH Community College has been successfully conducting workplace training since 2012 with over 70 trainees graduating. This delivery method has proven very popular for both the employee and the employer. Anja Laukart, team leader for traineeships, says trainees are drawn to the flexible nature of the courses and the experienced teachers.

“Flexibility and convenience play a big part in organisations choosing this method and they like that they have a wider choice of education providers. “Our tutors are industry experienced and actively incorporate everyday work-related tasks into the curriculum, this helps the learning process and increases productivity.” Sarah Birthisel is on her way to becoming a teacher thanks to her traineeships. She completed secondary school unsure exactly what she wanted to do, but she knew she should work with children.

“The thing I enjoy most is watching their minds work, learning new things and seeing something for the first time. “Their little eyes light up and you can see the look of amazement and intrigue,” she said. Sarah gained her Certificate III in Children’s Services and is now working through her diploma. She loved the fact that the course was self-paced and considered her needs. Being located in Rowville meant that classroom training was too difficult, so Sarah chose UYCH Community College for her traineeships.

She liked the fact that there are more organisations to choose from, allowing students can be selective in finding the right one. When asked what her highlights were, she said: “It was the little extras that tutors do to help you along the way. Some advice given in training helped me greatly when having to deal with sick children in which I remembered discussions about the blue book - guidelines for the control of infectious diseases. “Referring to the book I was able

to seek the correct exclusion for both children from the program, providing the families with suitable information while protecting others within the program.” Sarah says that communication is the key to successful training in the workplace and having resources at hand is important. UYCH Community College offers traineeships and workplace training in many different industry sectors in the greater metropolitan area. Contact Anja for more information on 5967 1776 or visit www.uych.vic.edu.au.

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INDUCTION COOKER, 'Ego Heat' portable induction cooker and thermal pot, ideal for camping and caravan, never opened, paid $299 sell $200, 5964 6743 after 4pm. LOUNGE SUITE, Jacobean, VGC, $150. Phone 5962 4898. LOUNGE SUITE 3 piece fabric, $650. Contact 5962 4905. Healesville. TV, Samsung, plasma, 1070mm, perfect condition, $400. 0419 113 042, 5966 7279. WASHING MACHINE, Top Loader, Fisher Paykel, 5.5 kgs, very good condition, $150. 0428 626 209 Chum Creek

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Stopping to remember By JESSE GRAHAM

AT THE 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, 100 people in Healesville stopped to remember. The group gathered at the Healesville RSL’s memorial at 10.30am for a Remembrance Day Ceremony. At the ceremony, Healesville High School Principal George Perini and Casey MP Tony Smith addressed the crowd and spoke on the sacrifice of soldiers serving in World War I. “Every year, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we come together to commemorate the service and sacrifice of all men and women who have fought, suffered and tragically died for Australia in times of war and conflict around the globe,” Mr Perini said. Mr Perini said that over 102,000 Australians had died while protecting the country in conflicts around the world. “Those brave soldiers gave their lives regardless of politics or personal views, on behalf of our nation to ensure the values and beliefs that we hold dear as Australians ... endure for future generations,” he said. “As a nation, we hold fast to the belief that national security and peace are the goals for which we strive - men and women in Australia and around the world have made sacrifices, many giving their lives for this hope. “Today is our opportunity to thank them, to remember them, but most of all, to honour them - Lest We Forget.” Mr Smith said that, with Australia’s population sitting at five million at the time of the First World War, sending 400,000 troops to fight had a dramatic impact on every town. “The honour rolls in the RSLs tell us the story of service and sacrifice - they tell the story of young Australians who once lived in these towns and walked these streets,” he said. He said that, with the centenary of An-

Yarra Ranges Mayor Fiona McAllister stopped to pay her respects after laying a wreath at the memorial.

Healesville High School Principal George Perini addressing the crowd at the Healesville service. zac Day approaching, the country would re-live the four years of the Great War stepby-step. Healesville High School captains Rohan Saric-Skewes and Maddi Wilson then read the poems In Flanders Fields and Rememberance - which had its title spelt incorrectly and was never corrected. John Stanhope performed The Last Post on bugle to the crowd as RSL Commemorations Officer Bob Gannaway read The Ode and the crowd observed the minute of silence when 11am came around. Afterwards, community members and veterans planted poppies and stood silent for a moment to pay their respects.

Healesville High School Captains Rohan Saric-Skewes and Maddi Wilson with a wreath.

Healesville RSL secretary Neil Skinner stopped to pay his respects after planting a poppy. 130571 Pictures: JESSE GRAHAM

Remembering the 47 By KATH GANNAWAY

Warburton Primary School choir sang along to 'Come on Home, Boys'. Max Reynolds marked the roll call of 47 names. 130751 Pictures: KATH GANNAWAY

Right: Millwarra Primary School students recited 'In Flanders Fields'.

Warburton RSL member, returned serviceman Mark Reardon places a poppy.

Redwood Students were among those placing poppies.

WHEN the armistice was signed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, marking the end of World War I, it was a bitter-sweet victory for the families of the 47 men who didn’t return to their Upper Yarra homes. Remembrance Day at Warburton on Tuesday, 11 November, paid particular tribute to those men, some of whom, RSL member Coral Reynolds said, had never had formal recognition in their own locality. As veterans and their families, students from local primary schools, the Redwood Centre and other community members stood before the cenotaph, the names of the 47 who were killed in action or died of wounds or illness, were read aloud. In a moving introduction to the roll call, Warburton Primary School students sang along to the song ‘Come on Home, Boys’ written and recorded by John Turner. As each name was read - from Albert Mendelsohn Anderson through to Francis Wilson, a bell was chimed. Ms Reynolds said 151 men enlisted giving Warburton or Millgrove as their address, or that of their next of kin, but it is possible there are more with some men giving their training camp area as their address. “These men were strong, young boys and men who stood up when needed to take on a battle in foreign lands, for the sake of our future,” Ms Reynolds said. The loss of so many had a big impact on the communities.

“They were the future of many farming families here, some the sole provider for their own family, timber workers from the surrounding area, traders from our town, tradespeople, teachers, doctors ... the list goes on. “They became ‘Our Anzac boys,” Ms Reynolds said. She said when local memorials and cenotaphs were built in most country towns, families were asked to contribute to have their loved ones’ service acknowledged. Many could not afford to donate, and some had no family here, having come from other countries to make a new life in Australia, so their service has never been acknowledged. A memorial wall to be built beside the Warburton RSL will acknowledge the service of all men from the area who died in WWI. She also paid tribute to those did come back “ ... to live with the horror and nightmares of their experiences (and who) carried the physical and emotional scars to their own graves.” Students from Warburton, Millwarra and Wesburn primary schools, and from Redwood Centre, were among the many who laid wreaths and poppies. Warburton RSL president Keith Thomas said he was delighted to see so many people attend. “We don’t usually get a big crowd for Remembrance Day, but it is wonderful to see so many people come along on this special day to pay tribute,” he said.

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Girls taking guard GIRLS’ cricket is getting runs on the board with the Yarra Valley Junior Cricket Association (YVJCA) hoping to produce the next wave of female cricketers. The newly implemented YVJCA Yarra Valley Stars Junior Girls League is up and running in conjunction with Cricket Victoria (CV) with the initiative aimed at helping to strengthen the pathway for females in the region. Four clubs, Launching Place, Yarra Junction, Healesville and Seville are participating, and the aim is to recruit more girls as the program unfolds. The first game of the six-week Yarra Valley Stars’ season is being held on Friday 21 November at Yarra Junction Cricket Club from 4.30pm. Here are incentives also for girls to try out the sport on the night with great incentives to go along including a two-game membership with The Melbourne Stars T20 Big Bash Team. “Hopefully, we can encourage more people to get involved, as we believe that once the girls try this format of the game, they will want to continue playing until they are ready to step up to the Yarra Valley Stars,” Regional Cricket manager Jarrod Leggett said. Girls were born to play cricket in the valley, and this competition is designed to provide cricket to the widest range of people possible,” Mr Leggett said. Aimed at 10 to 14-year-olds, the competition will help bridge the gap for female participation opportunities between MILO T20 Blast and Yarra Valley Stars Women’s cricket team.

The star cricketers of the Yarra Valley Stars are leading the way in girls' cricket. Three years ago, YVCA implemented the first structured opportunity for girls and women to play cricket by developing the Yarra Valley Stars Women’s team (YVS) based at Launching Place United Cricket Club. “It’s exciting to see women’s

cricket grow in our region,” Robert Boxell, YVJCA Female Development officer said. “I hope that the girls will first and foremost have fun and have something to look forward to every fortnight and hopefully they will enjoy this new platform to develop their

skills while growing their love for the game.” To get involved email Robert Boxall ken.boxell@bigpond.com or Leah Parker leahandstuart@hotmail.com or go along to Yarra Junction on the night.

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BOWLS HEALESVILLE Healesville (1) 16/93 d Chirnside Park (2) 2/61 Chirnside Park (5) 14/78 d Healesville (2) 4/77 YARRA GLEN SATURDAY Round seven, Premier Div: Yarra Glen 85 d Brighton 81 Player of the Week: Dean Milner Div 2- Sec 4: Hurstbridge 107 d Yarra Glen 47 Player of the Week: Moray Sharp Div 4- Sec 5: Yarra Glen 142 d Glen Waverley 44 Player of the Week: Des Ayres Div 7- Sec 5: Donvale 77.5 d Yarra Glen 71 Player of the Week: Marion Thurkle Round eight midweek, Div 1 - Sec 4: Yarra Glen 57 d Ringwood 55 Midweek Div 4- Sec 4: Yarra Glen 80 d Chirnside Park 39 YARRA JUNCTION TUESDAY Yarra Junction 64 d Mooroolbark 57 SATURDAY Yarra Junction 83 d Ringwood 74 WARBURTON Warburton (1) 14/104 d Eltham 4/63 P. Caneva 17/24, P. Woods 33/7, A. Donoghue 19/21, B. Woods 35/11 Warburton (2) 16/84 d Eastwood Golf 2/65. R. Hall 21/19, G. Wynd 25/8, C. Ford 17/24, T. Ford 21/14 TENNIS HEALESVILLE SATURDAY Juniors Mixed sec- 3: Montrose 4/37 d Healesville 4/3 Open singles/doubles sec 7: Healesville 5/39 d Ferntree Gully 3/38 Open singles/doubles sec 9: Healesville 6/42 d North Ringwood 2/21 Development sec 3: Croydon 3/16 d Healesville 0/6 Seniors Open sec 4: East Croydon 4/41 d Healesville 2/27 Open sec 5: Greythorn Park 4/40 d Healesville 2/35 GOLF WARBURTON WEDNESDAY The Henry and Mavis Sanders 4-Person Mixed Ambrose: Winners V. Hottes, I. Garside, K. Barratt and A. McMath ( 51&3/8). Runner-up S. Cooper, L.Humphris, J.Pote and J. Van Keekan (52). Balls down to 53. NTP 3rd S. Cooper, 9th S. Hawke, 12th J. Hall, 18th A. Lockey. SATURDAY 2nd Round Club Championships, stroke: A Grade P. Mason ( Nett 66), B-Grade L. Patrick ( 68). Balls down to 72. NTP 3rd P. Munro, 5th J. Cross, 9th J. Kennedy, 12th A. Williams, 15th Alphonse. Ladies 1st Round Club Championships, winner K. Slater ( Nett 67). Runner-up T. Eldridge ( 68). Open Championship Leader L. Dickson 92 “off the stick.” Net leader Kerry Slater 67.

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PUZZLES Quick Clues No. 7345 7. 8. 9. 10. 12. 15. 16. 18. 20. 22.

ACROSS Irrelevant (12) Capital city (6) Aim (6) Plume (7) Beg (5) Begin (5) Wander (7) Tingle (6) Flog (6) Pondering (12)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 13. 14. 17. 19. 21.

DOWN Guiltless (8) Humour (4) Apart (7) Group (5) Airship (8) Celestial body (4) Awful (8) Loathing (8) Hundred years (7) Suit (5) Conceal (4) Ceremony (4)

Cryptic Clues No. 7345 ACROSS 7. Are not held to be uncontrollable (3,3,2,4). 8. Outcome of photographing something from below? (6). 9. She even cut out the advertisement inserted (6). 10. Full of verve and anything but slow (7). 12. Look for what could be caught inside (5). 15. Put off giving back the Yale key (5). 16. Pleased or not, chucked in a coin (7). 18. By pitching a tent, the French do annoy one (6). 20. Lets get two points in front (6). 22. When it’s brought home to the footman

DOWN 1. Does it have water-wings? (3-5). 2. Try to say nothing, but give an exclamation of surprise (4). 3. Saying “Can it!” the beast goes outside (7). 4. Volunteer to be more away, it seems (5). 5. Act oddly when a cart comes to grief in the flood (8). 6. A garden that’s simply out of this world! (4). 11. How the middleman dislikes being a middleman? (8). 13. Agrees and does get sent off (8). 14. Not those batty-looking hats? (7). 17. Give us some food, do! (5). 19. Name of the bear that’s lost it’s head? (4). 21. Having said otherwise, does give one a hand (4).

SUDOKU No. 4007 How to solve Sudoku! Fill the grid so that every row and every 3x3 square contains the digits 1 to 9

3 1 1 4 2 5 4 5 7 3 4 2 1 1 6 9 8 9 2 1 8 6 7 3 9

2 7 8 8 2 8 3 1

7 5 4

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Levers to Burras’ win YVCA THE key to a great team performance, in any sport, is to get off to a good start, and this couldn’t have been truer as all three games in DJ Strachan Shield went to the team who had the upper hand after the first day's play last week. Warburton-Millgrove easily disposed of Mount Evelyn in their clash at Mac Sparke Oval. After Ben Lever led the Burras to 274 with a masterful century, his brother David decimated the top order with masterful figures of 5/31 to virtually end this contest, if it ever was a contest. After dropping to 2/6, Mount Evelyn did make a counter attack, and almost had themselves back in the contest on the back of a 60-run partnership between Kane Jones and Chris Anderson. However, their dismissals in the space of one Lever over saw the rest of the Rovers dismissed relatively cheaply to see the visitors score a paltry 120. Spinners Adam Humphrey and Daniel Lever supported the early work of the opening bowlers to dismiss the tail, while hard hitting Chad Witherdin managed to lift the score above 100 with some lusty blows. Mount Evelyn now face a two-week break to regain some much-needed form as a couple more performances like the one on Saturday will see them struggling to remain in touch by the Christmas break. Meanwhile, Warburton-Millgrove is starting to establish itself as a major threat this season and will view a trip to Healesville as an ideal opportunity to consolidate their position atop the ladder. Woori Yallock posted their second win on the trot, this time seeing off a determined Yarra Junction. Woori Yal-

lock made the most of the first week, dismissing the Eagles for 191, and at the close of play had reached 0/46 to put themselves in a dominant position. Yarra Junction made the most of the early going on day two, with captain Quinton Hodgkinson making early inroads into the Tigers line-up, giving them early gitters that they were about to fritter away another strong start. Meanwhile, Tiger’s captain Dan Mock poses the biggest threat to opposing bowling attacks, and blew off some early season cobwebs to anchor the chase with a measured innings of 87, keeping his team in the hunt. Eventually, the Tigers found the grit not to roll over in this contest and Glen Reynolds’ steadying knock of 38 not out, ensured the Tigers would secure victory with four wickets in hand. Woori Yallock now has the luxury of another home game, this time against Hoddles Creek, and win will see them sitting well inside the top four, while Yarra Junction have had a roller coaster season so far, and will be keen to bounce back in their Grand Final replay against Seville. A tough test awaits. Seville is starting to find its feet in 2014/15 after and interrupted run in recent weeks with a strong showing against Healesville. After missing an opportunity to score heavily last week, the Blues put Healesville on the back foot, snaring three wickets to close out day one. The Bloods were unable to turn the tide on day two and they were unable to muster enough resistance to chase the obtainable target. Matt Tilney’s control and experience at one end netted three wickets, while he was complemented by the fast, but expensive,

Matt Hadlum who snared three of his own. With no batsman able to contribute more than Dylan Moore’s 23, the Bloods weren’t good enough and were dismissed 59 runs short of the target. With Seville gaining momentum, they will view a Grand Final rematch with Yarra Junction as the perfect opportunity to flex their muscles and send a message to the rest of the competition about their intentions this season. Healesville now finds itself in a position where wins are vital, even at this early stage of the season, if its is to participate in finals. Its clash with Warburton-Millgrove becomes a must win. DJ Strachan Shield Seville 189 (A. Burns 51 M. Tilney 37no, S. Hamer 3/41) and 2/87 (A. Burns 57) d Healesville 130 (D. Moore 23, M. Tilney 3/16, M. Hadlum 3/60), Yarra Junction 191 (Q. Hodgkinson 78, P. Ford 51, J. Wright 5/40, S. Young 2/53) lost to Woori Yallock 6/194 (D. Mock 87, G. Reynolds 38no, Q. Hodgkinson 3/39 B. Nightingale 2/42). RA Finger Trophy Coldstream 9/169 (B. Walsh 54, S. Phillips 48, D. Chesney 3/29, M. Batten 2/27) d Hoddles Creek 115 (B. Derix 45, C. Dikshei 5/44, D. Sharp 3/35), Seville 155 (M. Johnson 23, L. Zanatta 4/37, C. McGrath 3/34) d Healesville 9/117 (C. McGrath 35, L. Johnson 4/25 M. Dall 3/24), Woori Yallock 9/188 (D. Mock 53, P. Broussard 41, A. Ferguson 34, D. Chaproniere 3/51, T. Gaskett 2/31, N. Goyle 2/34, M. Richards 2/35 d Yarra Junction 185 (J. Jenkinson 61, N. Goyal 26, M. Haggar 25, T. Smith 4/26), Warburton-Millgrove 274 (B. Lever 134, S. Ablitt 37, L. Jones 6/51) d Mount Evelyn 120 (K. Jones 39, C. Witherdin 28, David Lever 5/31).

C Grade Healesvile 117 (M. Fawdry, J. Braemer 33, B. Wilson 3/12, M Sandfort 3/28) d Seville 83 (S. Fawdry 4/16) and 1/39, Yarra Glen 9/310 d Launching Place United 174 (L. Jenkins 46, A. Magill 27, B. Davies 4/51, D. Whelan 2/14), Wandin 262 (B McKenzie 65, D. Kift 57, G. Thompson 4/70, G. Le Brocq 4/74) d Yarra Junction 140 (G. Thompson 80, J. Oakley 4/40, L. Painter 2/3), Marysville 6/96 and 6/237 (L. Fisher 139, C. Franklin 62no, A. Waixel 3/15, G. Sweeten 2/4) d outright by Gruyere 7/239 and 1/106 (A. Waixel 67no, M. Hodgetts 11, S. Elliott 1/62). D Grade Yarra Glen 178 and 6/73 (M. Clare 85, D. Colling 3/28 A. Stewart 3/14) defeated Launching Place 131 (J. Colling 49, D. Colling 26 R. Beath 6/33), Powelltown 2/258 (Jason Cornish 109no, Stewart Thompson 79no) d Seville outright 156 and 0/0 dec (S. Mundie 51, Gary McRorie 3/18), Yarra Junction 195 (N. Dowdell 76, Se. Jordan 46, L. Sinnot 6/44, J. Colaneri 2/3) lost to Wandin 2/210 (D. Marshall 83no, B. Foley 48no), Gruyere 8/114 and 6/206 (D. Hopkinson 76, P. Stewart 30, C Argentino 3/47) lost outright to Mount Evelyn 194 and 3/129 (D. Westaway 81no, R Wilson 26, D Prouse 2/25). One Day Grade Coldstream 108 (M.Larder 31, R.Sanders 3/15) lost to Woori Yallock 4/123 (J.Smith 33no, T. Elliot 22, D. Evans 2/32), Silvan 9/177 (T. Smith 52, N. Wind 3/17) d Warburton 156 (N. Andueza 25, M. King 4/13), Mount Evelyn 0/71 (T. Hancock 42 not out, C. Morrow 22no) d Yarra Glen 67 (J. Woods 12, J. Evans 32no, A. Taylor 4/9, R. Cowan 1/2), Healesville White 2/91 (A. Seymour 38no, A. Boyle

1/16) Healesville Red 7/84 (K. Bunn 15no, S. Dennett 3/7 R Scanlon 2/11), Yarra Junction 8/252 (G. Fall 65, J. Nightingale 48, C. Fall 40no, A. Edmonds 3/8) defeated Hoddles Creek 9/185 (A. Randall 28, I. Garside 28, E. Clarke 2/22). Under 16 Mount Evelyn 2/203 (J. Williams 50no D. Fraser 51 not out, A. Brisbane-Flynn 52no, T. Mon-Aphai 2/24) V Launching Place, Healesville 9/16 (D. Bailey 5/2 M. Arnold 2/8) vs Warburton Millgrove 8/117 (J. Neale 29 N. McDonald 21 K. Bunn 3/5 L. Hellary 2/21), Yarra Junction 8/49 (L. Thompson 11, J. Buller 2/4) vs Seville 1/103 (M. Leeds 50no, J. Dyason 29). Under 14 Seville 158 (T Spargo 44no, E. Leeds 40) vs Healesville- Launching Place, Yarra Glen v Coldstream 7/159 (D. Vaux 40no, M. Pezzimenti 41no, J. Massoud 2/14, B. Cummings 2/11), Warburton Millgrove 0/14 (N Andueza 9no) vs Healesville 149 (Z. Fawdry 40no, H. Keeling 40, D. Howard-Scales 25, B. Loughnan-Jones 3/29, B. Bourke 2/1, R. Nyko 2/1), Mount Evelyn 161 (C.Mole 44, B.Westaway 16, B.Griffiths 15, D.O’Day 3/13, T.Muir 2/19, H.Ralph 1/11) v Yarra Junction/Hoddles Creek. Under 12A Hoddles Creek 2/127 (C. Hrabe 30no, O. Simpson 11no, D. Ward 10no, B. Nathan 1/14) vs Seville, Warburton Millgrove 131 (B Humphrey 22no, E Crowley-Brown 14, J. Sharp 11, R. Thomas 2/10, G. Parker 2/19, L. Rogers 1/16) vs Launching Place. Under 12B Yarra Glen v Mount Evelyn 5/171 (P. Murphy 27no, B. Jones 18no, H. Grenfell 1/12, M. Duff 1/13), Healesville Red d Marysville (forfeit).

Jones on top THE Marysville Thursday nine holers played par on the front nine, with Ray Jones the winner on a commendable +5 followed by Graham Page with +1. Ken Whittingham won the NTP on the 4th hole. Friday 14 November was day one of the men’s three-day annual tournament with players playing a stableford round for the John Bentley Perpetual Trophy. The winner was Roger Thomas (22) with 38 points. Roger won on a count back from former member Denis McCarthy. The NTP were won by George Coffey, Rob Christie, David Stephens and Roger Thomas. There were excellent conditions on Saturday for the 4BBB mixed stableford event. The winners were Sean Williams and Heather Jenkins with 46 points followed closely by John and Lois Hardham with 45 points. No players were able to reach the green from the tee on the 9th or 11th hole, but Gail Leigh and Scott Hill won on the 4th and the 18th.

Solution No. 4007 6 1 5 4 7 8 3 2 9

8 9 2 5 6 3 4 1 7

3 4 7 9 1 2 6 8 5

1 2 3 7 4 6 9 5 8

7 5 8 2 3 9 1 6 4

9 6 4 1 8 5 2 7 3

5 7 9 6 2 4 8 3 1

4 8 6 3 5 1 7 9 2

2 3 1 8 9 7 5 4 6

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7345 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Get out of hand. 8, Up-shot. 9, Ev-ad-ne. 10, Dashing. 12, Wat-c-h. 15, D-elay (rev.) 16, C-ont-ent. 18, Nett-le. 20, Lea-s-e-d. 22, De-livery date. Down - 1, Sea-plane. 2, Go-sh. 3, Sta-tin-g. 4, Off-er. 5, Cat-aract. 6, Eden. 11, Heartily. 13, Cons-ents. 14, Bowlers. 17, Serve. 19, (T)eddy. 21, Aids (anag.)

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7345 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Inconsequent. 8, London. 9, Aspire . 10, Feather 12, Plead. 15, Start. 16, Meander. 18, Thrill. 20, Thrash. 22, Deliberation. Down - 1, Innocent. 2, Mood. 3, Asunder. 4, Squad. 5, Zeppelin. 6, Star. 11, Terrible. 13, Aversion. 14, Century. 17, Clubs. 19, Hide. 21, Rite.

Richard and Dru Troon ran the Healesville Gymnastics Centre for 21 years.

Picture: KATHRYN BERMINGHAM

Gymnastics centre is on a roll By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM ROLLING, tumbling, stretching and cartwheeling were all in a day’s work for Dru and Richard Troon. The Healesville couple have recently retired after running the Healesville Gymnastics Centre for the past 21 years. Run out of Emerald, Healesville and Yarra Junction secondary colleges, the program provided opportunities for kids of all ages to

improve their skills and fitness as well as gain confidence and challenge themselves. The classes were run in school stadiums, where Dru and Richard would set up gymnastics equipment before each session. The couple decided to start the program when their daughter, Millie, was young and there was no gymnastics class in the area. With the help of Gymnastics Victoria, they started their first sessions out of the gymnasium at Healesville

and the program grew from there. Millie is now also a gymnastics instructor. Dru said that a highlight of her time was watching the transformation in the kids that came through the program. “Particularly when you get a shy child that starts gym classes, it’s great to watch them grow and develop confidence and self-belief. “We use a range of equipment to teach them all sorts of skills, including how to keep their bodies

safe. Most of all we want them to have fun.” In 2015, the program will reopen under the direction of local resident Rebecca Tilley. Dru believes it is essential that activities like gymnastics are available to all local kids. “It’s really important that kids are given opportunities to participate in sport at a young age. It definitely shapes their personality.”