Journal News - 18th May 2015

Thank you Casey community

Honours shared

Patient runs riot

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

CASEY Hospital’s emergency department went into lockdown after a violent patient smashed double-plate windows with an oxygen cylinder on Wednesday evening.

Staff and patients were evacuated, while other staff were forced to lock themselves in rooms until the man walked out of the department just as police arrived.

The hospital’s three security guards reportedly attended the incident.

A distressed staff member said it was lucky no-one was injured after the man “started screaming and then hitting the windows” in the room he was in, eventually smashing the windows.

“It almost sounded like gun- shots – it was so loud. This incident was extreme and one of the worst episodes of patient violence and aggression that I have witnessed.”

The staff member described a young girl near the incident who was “crying and trembling in fear”.

Casey emergency staff are routinely punched, kicked, spat upon and throttled by “aggressive and abusive” people, many fuelled by ice, the staff member said.

She said no-one was injured during Wednesday’s incident, except the patient suffering some minor cuts.

“Some of us have had training on how to physically restrain or take down

people. “Inthissituationitwasdeemed too dangerous due to the glass everywhere.

“The plan was to stay out of the area and direct him to the exit if he came out.”

The staff member said it was “lucky” that at the time there were no resuscitation patients, who are treated in the next room.

“If someone is intubated they cannot be easily moved due to the risk to their life.”

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation state assistant secretary Paul Gilbert said the man had been in “desperate need” for an acute mental health ward bed. “He had to be cared

for in the ED due to a shortage of mental health beds.”

It is believed the man was later treated at the hospital’s mental health ward.

In response to the incident, the ANMF reiterated its urging for the State Government to implement the federation’s 10-point plan to tackle violence and aggression against hospital nurses and midwives

“This latest attack follows the full release of an (Auditor-General’s) report into occupational violence and aggression ... showing there was not enough being done by the Department of Health and WorkSafe to protect nurses and midwives at work,” Mr

Gilbert said. The State Government provided $20 million towards health service violence prevention – such as security cameras and reconfiguration of hospital rooms – in the 2015-’16 state budget.

A spokeswoman for Health Minister Jill Hennessy said it was “particularly concerning that those who care for others – often at their most vulnerable – face an elevated risk of violence”.

She said the government, which signed the 10-point plan before the last year’s State Election, was committed to implementing it.

A Monash Health spokesman said the hospital group was “proud” of the staff’s response to the incident.

Proud face of courage

By LACHLAN MOORHEAD

A BERWICK plastic surgeon has praised the Casey community for raising the funds to have a young child from Papua New Guinea with severe burns to his face treated in Victoria 20 years ago.

The story of Wesley Koniwho as a young child fell into a fire inside his family’s grass hut home in the Eastern Highlands of PNG - has come full circle.

TV show 60 Minutes aired the heart-wrenching conclusion toWesley’s story, in which the now rehabilitated young adult returned to his home village to see his mother and father, more than 20 years after he was first taken toAustralia.

Dr Malcolm Linsell, who was a member of the Cranbourne Salvation Army at the time, was the first surgeon to operate on three-year-old Wesley, after a fellow volunteer working in PNG read about the Berwick man’s skills and sought his help.

In late March, 1993, the Casey community raised $20,000 to ensure Wesley

could make the journey toAustralia, where he was operated on by Dr Linsell.

“When I first saw a photo I genuinely went oh my God, what are we going to do?”

Dr Linsell told the News this week.

“I’d never quite seen anything like it.”

Wesley’s face had been completely burnt on one side.

“He was so weak he couldn’t lift his head up, so his head had settled on his chest and became melded to his chest,” Dr Linsell said.

“The right side of his mouth was attached to where his left nipple would be, and his right eyebrow was where his right nipple would be and his left ear was sitting on his shoulder.”

Dr Linsell had thought about ‘Wes’often in the 16-odd years since he had operated on him.

And while in Sydney the doctor was finally able to meet up with Wes again, who now lives in New South Wales and works for the Salvation Army, after having undergone roughly 30 operations over the years to treat his injuries.

Happily reunited and amazed at his progress, Dr Linsell recently contacted 60 Minutes.

“I was amazed he was now working and contributing to society,” Dr Linsell said.

“I was really aware that here was a boy, who if we hadn’t have done anything for, he probably wouldn’t have survived and 20 years later he’s making a meaningful contribution to society.”

With all involved seeing the potential for a beautiful conclusion to what to this point had been a long and at times, testing journey, 60 Minutes fa-

cilitated Dr Linsell,Wesley and host Karl Stefanovic travelling to PNG to visit his family.

“The most moving thing for me was when I met his father,” Dr Linsell said.

“His father comes over and embracesWesley, I go to his father, Koni, and he looks at me and he recognises me.

“He doesn’t speak English, he embraces me. My God, after 20 years, a man that trusted his son to me, to really make sure his son was still alive.

“That had me very emotional. That is so special - to know I had an impact.”

Wesley with his mum, Onampo, and dad, Koni in PNG.

Dr Malcolm Linsell, back left, Wesley Koni and reporter Karl Stefanovic with Asaro mud men in the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea. Pictures: COURTESY 60 MINUTES

Bail refused over rap sheet record

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

A PAKENHAM man described by a magistrate as having one of the “most significant” list of prior convictions on record was refused bail on Monday.

According to a prosecution bail summary, the “well known recidivist offender” - who cannot be named due to being a protected Crown witness - had been charged with an “outrageous amount” of 306 counts in Victoria.

His previous prior convictions included aggravated burglary, rape, cultivating narcotics, numerous drug offences, weapon offences and failing to appear in court while on bail on multiple occasions.

At Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Monday, the 43-year-old

applied for bail over an alleged spree of thefts from motor vehicles, using stolen credit cards and other thefts in Greater Dandenong and Casey over two weeks in December and January.

The man allegedly stole wallets, cards and cash from five cars in Endeavour Hills on the night of 29 December.

The next day, he allegedly used one of the stolen credit cards to buy $350 of items including cigarettes.

Laptops, wallets, sunglasses and cash were allegedly looted from nine car break-ins in Berwick on the night of 12 January.

Three stolen credit cards were used for more than $1300 of purchases, including alcohol, at 12 outlets the following day.

The man had committed the

offences three weeks after being placed on bail for theft from motor vehicle, criminal damage, going equipped to steal and handling stolen goods.

Many of the offences had been allegedly committed during his night curfew time, police alleged.

Magistrate Jack Vandersteen took into account the applicant’s desire to live with his long-term partner and children.

The man also claimed he was feeling “ready” for drug rehabilitation having kept clean for the past 110 days in custody.

On the other hand, Mr Vandersteen noted the man’s significant drug and alcohol abuse, numerous jail stints and “unrelenting” recent offending.

The applicant had most recently

Police stop tyre raid

A MAN has been arrested after he was caught using a stolen truck and attempting to break into a Doveton tyre factory.

A witness spotted the man sitting inside the stolen truck behind Sonny Tyre and Autocare about 8pm on Monday 4 May and detectives said he was trying to break into the factory.

served 13 months in jail until July last year.

“You’ve got one of the most significant prior convictions (list) we’d see in court,” Mr Vandersteen said.

“Though I accept you’re ready for treatment, I can’t see one court order that you haven’t breached.”

Mr Vandersteen said he wasn’t prepared to send the applicant back to the family home given the man’s recent history of family violence.

He said the applicant’s application for a drug-court treatment order on 28 May - which includes a strict regime of regular drug testing, counselling and monitoring - was “probably the most sensible outcome for you”.

“You’re not deterred by (the threat of) another term of imprisonment.”

Refugees set to be hit by Budget change

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

CHARITY groups fear budget changes do nothing to help alleviate the already deperate plight of asylum seekers in Greater Dandenong and Casey.

Tuesday’s Federal Buget confirmed that the Asylum Seeker Assistance Scheme will be cut by more than 80 per cent from 2016-'17.

It will be chopped to about $5 million a year from 2016-'17 to 2018-'19 - down from $29.3 million in 2014-'15.

For the coming year, the scheme will receive a diminished $26.2 million.

However, the budget did provide an extra $22.1 million over four years to provide job-seeking assistance to young refugees and other “vulnerable” young migrants.

It also contained $14.5 million for one year to provide English language tuition to refugees on temporary visas.

Aran Mylvaganam of the Tamil Refugee Council said the cuts would make it difficult to help asylum seekers get food, clothes and shelter.

“We’re already struggling in so many ways. Any changes that come from the budget will make it more difficult for asylum seekers in the community.

“Just because you have work rights doesn’t necessarily mean it will be easy to get a job.

“It’s pretty much taking another step for the worse for these refugees

and asylum seekers.”

Greater Dandenong Council, which has led a multi-Victorian council push for more federal resources for asylum seekers in the community, was seeking clarity on the Federal funding outlook.

“Any reduction in this support would be of concern,” community services director Mark Doubleday said.

Cath Scarth, chief executive of AMES which provides asylumseeker settlement services, said ex-

tra language tuition funding would help remove a “significant barrier” for new arrivals.

According to government statistics released in December, there are 1632 asylum seekers on bridging E visas living in Dandenong - the highest for any suburb in Australia.

Nearly another 2000 live in surrounding suburbs such as Doveton, Noble Park and Springvale.

As of the end of April, about 12,100 asylum seekers nationwide

Police used dogs and a helicopter to track the man who had fled into an adjoining factory yard and was soon found hiding.

He was charged in relation to several commercial burglaries.

Charges over ice air-con

A PAKENHAM man has been charged after $30,000 worth of ice was allegedly seized from behind a car’s air-conditioning unit in Berwick on Monday morning.

Adrian Fry, 23, appeared briefly in Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Monday over multiple charges including trafficking methamphetamines.

Fry was also charged with possessing methamphetamines, possessing cannabis, displaying fraudulent number plates and driving while suspended.

Endeavour Hills police alleged they pulled over the vehicle on Princes Highway about 2am when they noticed it was displaying false plates.

They said they found about 30 grams of ice, 26 grams of cannabis and a small amount of the drug GHB in the car.

Fry was remanded in custody to appear at a contest mention at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 2 June.

Truck seized in raid arrest

A 39-YEAR-OLD Endeavour Hills man has been arrested after a spate of commercial burglaries throughout Dandenong and Casey over the past few months.

He was arrested after police raided a Dandenong North property on Wednesday 5 May, seizing a $60,000 stolen truck and more than $20,000 worth of stolen goods, including push bikes, tools, tool boxes and work boots.

The man was charged in relation to a number of thefts from stores in Dandenong, Doveton, Narre Warren, Bayswater and Ferntree Gully.

He was remanded in custody to appear in Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 19 May.

were granted the right to work.

Coalition Senator Mitch Fifield said the cuts reflected the smaller numbers of “illegal maritime arrivals” since the government “stopped the boats” and closed 13 detention centres.

“Funding has been provided in the current budget and as numbers of IMAs in detention decline the whole detention network will be reviewed over the coming year to establish the future needs and funding for following years.”

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A Tamil asylum seeker family.

Picture: GARY SISSONS

I choose the hijab as part of my identity

I WAS 14 when I started wearing the hijab.

Being inspired by the strong will of my mother and friends, I also decided to adhere to the Islamic code of conduct and be a practising Muslim woman like them.

Having made this decision, I could feel a change in my attitude and others as well.

I felt much more headstrong and focused; also many other people began to respect my values and opinions and, basically, treated me like a mature young woman. I felt empowered being able to choose my identity and choose who I wanted to be.

Hijab is an Arabic word which means curtain or cover.

Hijab is also the name for the requirement to dress modestly.

COMMUNITY VOICE

FATIMA BAIG MINARET COLLEGE STUDENT

A huge diversity is seen around the world in the ways that Muslim women wear their hijab, a vast variety of prints, colours and styles are seen among many women who wear it.

Hijab promotes Muslim women’s femininity and guards their modesty.

Hijab is more deeply about dignifying conduct, self-respect and noble speech.

For Muslim women, hijab is to express their intellect.

Islam also teaches to respect people for their actions, character and virtues, instead of their looks, status or money.

LOOKING BACK

100 years ago

20 May 1915

The War Australians at the front brilliant feat achieved GREAT interest is displayed here in regard to the war, and the latest details are eagerly sought, particularly in regard to the doings of the Australians engaged at Gallipoli, where many from this district are fighting with the allies against the foe.

On all sides gratification is expressed at the heroic efforts put forth by the colonials, cables published in the dailies.

The lads from these shores have responded in a manner which stamps them as fighters of the first order.

Press correspondents are lavish in their praises, when furnishing details of the various engagements and style of the Australians. “Fit to meet any troops in the world“. Whilst the Australians have done well, their

The hijab is not a foreign concept as it is worn by women of the Abrahamic faiths.

While, hijab is not worn by men as such, they too have a dress code and are required to behave modestly.

God has mentioned in the Quran: “Say to believing men that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty” (Quran, 24:30-31).

Muslim men are required to dress in loose and modest clothing and to lower their gaze in front of women as a form of respect.

The responsibility to build a moral society is shared by both women and men in Islam.

Some may question why every Muslim woman does not wear it.

Islam condemns force and oppression towards any human being and this also applies when it comes to the hijab.

losses have been heavy, and the list of killed and wounded published from time to time tell their own tale.

Killed Lieutenant A. C. Couve - 8 Battalion - Dan-

denong

Wounded

Sergeant E. J. Barker - Springvale

Private G. L. Vagg - Carrum

Captain J. S. Yoeman - Aspendale

50 years ago

18 May 1965

A Place of Happiness

From nothing to a £60,000 building

The first of its kind completed as the one unit in Victoria – in a mere five years – is the story of the mentally retarded children’s centre in Potter Street, Dandenong.

The new centre, Wallara, was opened last Sunday by the Minister of Health, Mr Mack.

Five years ago it was virtually a tin shed in

Hijab is a commandment of God and to please the creator is a choice of every woman.

Quite often, it is heard on the news that Muslim women are oppressed and abused in many countries, however that is not what Islam teaches.

It is a cultural practice and, in fact, Islam recognised women’s rights 1400 years ago.

Hijab is not a barrier for women; it does not stop them from being a part of society.

All Muslims are encouraged to gain knowledge and contribute to their community and be helpful to others.

Considering the misconception that exists regarding hijab and Islam in general, we came up with the idea of sharing this special part of Islamic practice with other women of our community during this year’s Youth Week

Hemmings Park struggling to get the nine mentally retarded children necessary to qualify for a Government subsidy.

Now it is modern, airy building full of light...

20 years ago

15 May 1995

Dandenong and District Journal celebrates its 130th anniversary

THIS year The Journal celebrates its 130th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, a series of features looks at the people and institutions that have contributed to our history.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence is celebrating its 60th year of service in the district.

A regular provider of assistance to those in need, the Brotherhood was the first organisation to build retirement homes for people on low (or non-existent) incomes. The G. K. Tucker Settlement in Carrum Downs, named after the Anglican priest who founded the organisation stands as a model of human endeavour.

in collaboration with the City of Greater Dandenong.

We planned to ask women passing by if they wanted to try the hijab.

Those who did try it on had a positive reaction.

While styling the hijabs for the women, we were able to answer their questions regarding the hijab and Islam.

The main idea of this project was to be able to share awareness and understanding about Islam and also show how people from diverse backgrounds can come together and accept these differences and live harmoniously.

The hijab experience project was an opportunity for us to be active members of our community, enabling us to integrate in our community, despite our differences.

5 years ago

17 May 2010

The halls of Dandenong Magistrates' Court can get very lonely

BUT those halls changed the life of Cook Islander Tieni Abela and led to the creation of an award-winning sports program.

Sitting there waiting for his case to be heard - with no family or friends present - Mr Abela, then 18, met Dandenong crime prevention officer Leading Senior Constable Eddy MacDonald who works with Polynesian youths of Greater Dandenong and Casey.

Three months after they met, the pair started backyard rugby to encourage disengaged youths in the Dandenong area to play sport in an informal setting.

At the Victorian sports awards last October, the program was named best sport development initiative.

- Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society

Budget cut concerns

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

CALL it faint praise - but this year’s Federal Budget is at least “not as savage” as the 2014 proposal, says Cranbourne Information and Support Service executive director Leanne Petrides.

“There seem to be more incentives for people getting into the workforce and less punishment,” she said.

Ms Petrides was worried that nonworking parents could be cut off from childcare access though there were legitimate reasons for them to need the service, such as to help socialise the child.

“From my first read of it, the government is targeting it as a work-support package for people currently working or mums entering the workforce.”

Some of the budget highlights include:

· A $10 million grant for Casey council’s proposed cultural centre Bunjil Place in Narre Warren;

· Extra childcare support for disadvantaged and vulnerable children:

· Extra childcare subsidies for families earning between $65,000 and $170,000:

· Immediate tax deductions for small businesses buying equipment up to $20,000;

· More support for young disadvantaged people to get into work, including migrants and those with mental health issues;

· $30 per fortnight allowance boost for 170,000 pensioners with “modest assets”.

Ms Petrides welcomed a $63.4 million package to continue funding microfinance services over five years.

The funds would help people on low incomes to get no and low-interest loans rather than fall into “the trap of lending from pawnbrokers and payday lenders”.

She praised boosting Newstart payments for young people - which are “well below the poverty line” - as well as winding down the six-month wait for the allowance.

She gave qualified support to boosting incentives to employ people aged 50-plus.

“My concern is there are already more people applying for positions than there are jobs available.

“The maths doesn’t add up.”

Hampton Park Networking Group president Vanessa Gerdes said she still had “a few questions” about the small business tax deductions.

“It’s fine giving money for small business to grow but it has to be a realistic benefit like manufacturing equipment.

“If it’s used just for a new desk and new computer - it could just as easily be used by the kids at home.

“Are we opening the door for corrupt small businesses that are just going to write off everything?”

She said increased subsidies to help mothers to return to work were insufficient. Part-time incomes that were chewed up by childcare and kindergarten costs were “not worth it” Ms Gerdes said.

Meetings call for clarity over campus sale fears

By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM

STUDENTSarecallingforanswers

on the future of Monash’s Berwick campus amid fears it will be sold or leased to another institution.

A petition calling for clarity on the future of the campus was drawn up on Tuesday 12 May.

By Friday 500 concerned students had signed the letter addressed to the Monash University Council and the vice-chancellor.

They asked that Monash confirm or deny plans to sell or allow another institution to use the Berwick campus.

Monash Union of Berwick Students president Dani Rothwell said that Monash had been avoiding students’questions for some time.

“The future of the Berwick campus was on the agenda of a meeting in April but it was

postponed,” she said.

“When I questioned what that item referred to, the response was that consultations would begin midyear.

“For far too long, rumours have been circulating that Monash has plans to sell or allow another institution to use the Monash Berwick facility.”

In a statement released on Thursday, Monash spokesman Adam Redman confirmed management was considering changes to the administration of the campus. He stressed that a final decision had yet to be made.

“Monash University has been discussing options to enhance provision of opportunities in the south east, including at Berwick, with other providers who could offer courses aligned to the needs of the students in the area,” he said.

“No final decisions have been made. Before then, consultation with stakeholders including staff and students would be undertaken.”

On 1 January 2014 Monash University’s Gippsland Campus was taken over by Federation Uni.

Ms Rothwell fears the Berwick campus will face a similar fate.

“The Gippsland students got very little warning that the campus was changing hands, and now they’re studying at a uni that they didn’t apply for,” she said.

Mr Redman said a firm proposal was not expected until the second half of 2015.

“Regardless of what might be proposed in the future, all Monash Berwick students will continue to be taught by Monash staff and, subject to meeting the normal requirements, graduate with a Monash degree,” he said.

Teen terror charge blow

A HAMPTON PARK teenager charged in relation to an alleged Anzac Day terror plot has been denied bail.

Magistrate Suzie Cameron remanded 18-year-old Harun Causevic in custody on Friday.

Its alleged Causevic and his co-accused Sevdet Besim, also 18, plotted to run down a police officer with a car, beheadhimandusehis gun to shoot a crowd of people at an Anzac Day service in Melbourne’s south-east.

Causevic and Besim are set to reappear in court in August.

Drive off raid

A PAIR of racing simulators that were stolen from a Dandenong South factory in April remain unrecovered.

Dandenong CIU investigators said that more than $30,000 of uninsured items, including the simulators, several TVs and wheel rims, were taken from the Swift Way factory.

On the weekend of 4-6 April, burglars are believed to have broken in through the factory’s front door by using an angle grinder to cut the padlock.

Dani Rothwell says the university has been avoiding the issue. 115551

Herb’s helping hand

ANOTHER three talented upand-comers in the design and media fields have been helped on their career path by the Herb Thomas Memorial Trust.

RMIT students Lauren McKinnon and Sian Johnson and Monash University’s Dani Rothwell are the latest award recipients.

Their achievements to date were outlined at the 31st annual Herb Thomas Memorial Trust dinner at Georgio’s Restaurant in Beaconsfield, this year hosted by the Rotary Club of Pakenham, on Tuesday 5 May.

LaurencompletedaDiploma in Graphic Design at RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design, Sian a Graduate Diploma in Journalism at RMIT’s School of Media and Communication and Dani a Bachelor of Communications and Professional Writing at Monash University’s Berwick campus.

Rotarian and noted MC Sjaak Kusters interviewed each of the recipients, who received cash grants to help them in their endeavours.

Star News Group editor Garry Howe was guest speaker, touching on the changing media landscape and how it was

impacting and enhancing the 105-year-old Thomas family media company.

Mr Howe said Star News Groupwasaverydifferentplace to when he walked through the doors 16 years ago - and was even very different to what it was a couple of years ago.

Although historically known as a newspaper company, he said it was now a media organisation, with its work shared on a number of platforms.

Star now employs a full-time web developer, two programmers, an on-line manager and has a team of six working in this field.

“Our sales staff offer bundled packages of newspaper and online advertising,” he said.

“That online ad may provide a click through to the advertiser’s website, where that reader is only another click away from becoming a customer for that business.”

He said the newsroom was changing shape as well, going from weekly newspaper cycles to a ‘news now’attitude.

“Reporters who previously sat on a story for a few days to wait for the weekly newspaper cycle now may arrive on scene,

Stories behind award winners’ success

LAUREN McKinnon wasted no time in putting her scholarship money to good use, flying out the morning after the awards dinner for an RMIT study tour of Zurich and Berlin.

“It is exciting to be able to learn more about design over

tweet out a photo with a sentence summing up the situation, take a quick photo and/or video grab on their mobile phone, file the first report from the scene then continually update on the various mediums.

“By the time the newspaper hits the streets, it will carry the latestupdate,possiblyenhanced by comments and information

there and see some work of designers I have admired for years,” she said.

Sian Johnson was a voracious reader who became fascinated by the work of journalists and would now love to work in digital news.

Sian intends to use her

provided through that online coverage,” Mr Howe explained.

“The printed version of the story will be better for that journey.”

He said he was confident newspapers would be around for quite a while yet, especially at the community level.

“So to come back to the topic at hand - where is the future

scholarship to further equip her in this regard by buying a DSLR camera and completing a short course in photography.

Dani Rothwell is determined to give a voice to the voiceless in society, a quest she found during her second-

of Star News Group? Well, we will be where you want us to be - whether that’s on your phone, your tablet, your PC - or in your letterbox or on the newsstand.”

There were 11 members of the Thomas family in attendance at the dinner, including Ian and Dorothy Thomas and their son Paul, the current managing director, who is the fourth

ary schools years when several classmates took their own lives. She pursued journalism studies, wound up Monash Union of Berwick Students president and lobbied for a Headspace Centre in Narre Warren. She wants to be a political reporter.

generation to hold the reins of the company.

The Herb Thomas Memorial Trust was established in 1979 by the Rotary clubs of Berwick, Pakenham and Narre Warren, in conjunction with the City of Berwick and Shire of Pakenham, with the Rotary Club of Endeavour Hills joining in 1992.

Herb Thomas Memorial Trust chairman Roger Hall, left, and Star News Group editor Garry Howe with award recipients, from left, Dani Rothwell, Sian Johnson and Lauren McKinnon. 138665

Tickets trick

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

A MAGISTRATE has rejected a fraudster’s claims that she had scammed thousands of dollars from Gumtree buyers because of her allegedly abusive expartner.

On Monday, Natalie Jane Finnegan pleaded guilty to nine counts of obtaining property by deception for defrauding advertisers on the online trading-post Gumtree in 2014 and 2015.

Dandenong Magistrates’

Court was told Finnegan responded to ‘tickets wanted’ ads for hard-to-get concerts such as Katie Perry, Falls Festival, Lady Gaga as well as an advert seeking a Windsor dressage saddle.

She contacted her ‘purchasers’- some of whom were based interstate - by phone, text, email and sometimes as Facebook friends. After being paid by bank transfers of up to $3000 upfront, she would tell her victims that she had posted them the tickets.

Then after stringing them along with a list of excuses, she cut off contact with the victims.

In December, Finnegan also responded to an online advert selling a Mazda CX-7 vehicle for $17,500.

She picked up the vehicle, keys and paperwork at the victim’s home for the haggleddown price of $15,750 and feigned to transfer the money on her phone.

After being tracked down by Casey CIU, Finnegan returned the vehicle.

Finnegan made full admissions to Casey, Yarra Ranges and Gisborne CIU detectives, claiming she owed money to an abusive now-former partner who had threatened to kill her.

Defence lawyer Fiona Cameron said Finnegan - who now lives and works part-time as a hairdresser at her parents’home - had used her real name, contact details and Facebook account in a “relatively unsophis-

Snapshot of footy theft suspect

POLICE are looking for two men who stole two signed Hawthorn jumpers, jewellery, cash and alcohol from a Cranbourne property earlier this month.

They broke into the Satin Street house around 2.45pm on Thursday 7 May.

Detectives have released a photo of a man they believe may be able to assist them with their inquiries and are encouraging anyone who recognises this man to contact the Casey Crime Investigation Unit on 9705 3160.

ticated scam”.

“She knew it would come back eventually,” she said.

Ms Cameron argued that the accused, as the sole carer of a seven-month daughter, should not go to jail.

Finnegan’s parents were unable to leave work to testify in court that they would suffer hardship if they had to care for the infant, Ms Cameron said.

“She was recently a victim of a scam and feels she learnt her lesson.”

Magistrate Jack Vandersteen challenged Finnegan to back up the “abusive” partner claims.

He sentenced her to an 18-month community corrections order with 275 hours of unpaid work, supervision and a ban on using the internet for buying or selling goods.

Finnegan was ordered to pay restitution of $8650 to her Gumtree victims, and to provide a DNA sample to Chelsea police.

Police

Volunteers to the front

By GEORGIA WESTGARTH

STANDING

in front of an archway of balloons at the 2015 Casey Volunteer Awards, Mayor Cr Mick Morland called the guests of the night “our greatest asset.”

Cr Morland said sustained volunteering had shown an improvement in social connection, health, happiness and even a better night’s sleep.

The room full of smiles certainly reflected this, as more than 150 volunteers and their families were recognised at the Cranbourne Turf Club on Friday 8 May.

Pairs, groups, individuals and organisations were acknowledged for their contribution to the community and this year the CaseyVolunteerAward was a joint affair.

Up against 30 nominees President of the Pearcedale Country Women’s Association, Sue Chanter, and President at St Paul Apostle Catholic Community Church in Endeavour Hills, Liseby Lapierre won the Casey Volunteer Award.

Ms Lapierre said volunteering benefitted her life in many ways and the award was a really nice surprise.

“Someone once told me that there is something wrong in the world if people can’t volunteer a couple of hours a week, I would encourage people to think about volunteering - it’s very rewarding,” she said.

Ms Lapierre volunteers up to 20 hours a week to various multicultural and inter-faith organisations and agrees with Cr Morland that she sleeps well at night.

A volunteer for the past 27 years, Ms Lapierre volunteers three hours a week at the Wellspring Dandenong centre for women.

“I look after the children while their mother is having English conversation classes. If there weren’t volunteers the would not be able to come and learnEnglish,”MsLapierresaid.

Co-winner, Ms Chanter said she had been volunteering almost all of her life and said especially once retired “you might as well wear out than rust out.”

Walking one and half kilometres most mornings, Ms Chanter picks up rubbish on the sidewalk and has been volunteering at the Cranbourne Sal-

vation Army Opportunity Shop for almost 22 years.

“I was very stunned to win, I thought there was far more worthy people that had done so much more,” she said.

A very humble winner, Ms Chanter said: “I always think if you can give back something to the community it’s good, there are always so many people in need of help.”

The 15th annual Casey Volunteer Awards wrapped up with six winners on the night and two taking home highly commended awards.

The Casey Young Volunteer Award went to 17-year-old Mark Morante, a Year 12 student at Berwick College.

Mr Morante said he didn’t want to trade off his volunteering with the Casey Youth Action Committee for more study hours during VCE.

“I find it a bit difficult juggling Year 12 and volunteering but I find it more rewarding than homework,” he said.

The volunteer group award went to the Berwick Opportunity Shop Inc, marking their 26th year in Clyde Road, Berwick.

The shop has managed to donate around $4 million to their local community over the years, with some working vol-

unteers more than 80 years old.

Delivering meals two days a week and providing safe and reliable transport to medical appointments for frail and aged clients, Joan and Noel Ryan won the Casey Volunteering Pair Award.

The Cranbourne Information and Support Service Inc (CISS) won the Volunteer OrganisationAward for their crisis intervention, emergency relief and counselling support over the past 35 years.

Information officer, Susan Arlove, has been a volunteer at CISS for 24 years and accepted the award with volunteer of about 16 years, Ros Larke.

Giving one day a week to CISS, long-term Cranbourne resident Ms Arlove said volunteering had taught her a lot about her township and had given her a bigger picture outlook on life.

“You learn a lot from the clients that you help, about their lives and how they’re coping and you appreciate your own life a lot more,” she said.

Who Cares? We Do and the Casey Youth Fitness Program were also awarded highly commended certificates on the night.

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JKA Noble Park – Karate

Be a part of something great! JKA Karate is the most influential Shotokan karate organisation in the world. It is also one of the oldest karate organisations continuously in operation until the present.

Authentic traditional Karate – Structured training syllabus –Effective self-defence – A unified global organization – Practiced worldwide – State, national and international competition – Selfimprovement – Best all-round fitness – Positive moral values.

Training times: Wednesday and Friday 7:00 – 8:00pm. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us on 0421 672 478.

Noble Park Community Centre: Ph: 9547 5801

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

SLAC will be hosting its traditional Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea on Wednesday 20th May starting at 10:00am. We raised over $800 last year and are aiming to reach $1000 in 2015. The day will be full on fun, music and dancing. Great opportunity to catch up with old friends, meet SLAC team and find out about our programs.

Springvale Learning and Activity Centre.

Ph: 9547 2647

Try It Club

Commencing 27th May, come along and learn traditional yoga with modified poses for those with mobility or balance problems. Cost for this 6 week course is a gold coin donation each week. Every Monday 12 noon to 1:00pm.

Springvale Neighbourhood House: Phone: 95483972

Welcome Café

Our Welcome Café meets every Monday from 9:00am – 11:00am. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation, meet new friends, and help newly arrived people learn about Australian language and culture. Residents, refugees and asylum seekers are most welcome.

Springvale Neighbourhood House: Phone: 9548 3972

Hands-on Art Classes and Cake Decorating Classes

Hands-on Art classes: painting & drawing; learn about materials, colour and develop techniques using various mediums. Thursdays, 9:00am to 12:00 noon.

Cake Decorating: make sugar flowers, edible art, ice a cake and more. Tuesdays, 1:00pm to 3:00pm. For more information on these and other courses, please call Sharon. Keysborough Learning Centre. Ph: 9798 7005; Email: info@klckeys.com.au

“Stitching our Stories”

Visit Heritage Hill during the month of May to see beautiful hand bound books and embroideries made by participants in the Wellsprings for Women program “Creative Connections through Craft”

Wellsprings for Women Ph: 9701 3740

Drawing Classes

When: Adult Class - Thursdays 7 – 9pm, Intermediate Children’s Class - Thursday 4.306.30pm, Beginners Children Class - Wednesday 4.30-6.30pm - Cost $100.00 Per Term includes all materials.

Join a local artist and teacher for his inspiring courses designed to take students to all levels of drawing. These courses are designed to enhance and extend creative development. Children to Adult classes available from beginners to advanced.

Noble Park Community Centre: Ph: 9547 5801

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

Wednesday 20th May – Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea at SLAC. Fundraising for Cancer Council. Free line dancing workshop, food and fun. Everyone welcome. Bring a plate of food. Springvale Learning and Activity Centre. Ph: 9547 2647

Literacy, Numeracy and Language

Do you need to improve your literacy skills?

It might be filling out forms for Centrelink, reading to your children or getting your licence. Come and join one of our Literacy programs. There is something available for everyone. We plan your learning around the everyday activity that you need to do. Open to everyone.

Dandenong Neighbourhood House: Ph: 9792 5298

Animals invade Dandenong Market

The zoo heads to Dandenong Market! Every Sunday in May, visitors can meet farmyard favourites and endangered wildlife. This Sunday (24 May, 11am - 3pm), visitors to the Market can meet Australia’s amazing reptiles including turtles, a (non venomous) snake, a lizard, frogs, and even pet a crocodile! Next week (31 May, 11am - 3pm), visitors can learn how to milk a cow the old fashioned way and how to turn cream into butter.

Introduction to Hospitality

Introduction to Hospitality is a taster program that introduces learners to the world of hospitality. There are many pathways that a learner can take when entering hospitality. Our programs aim to cover a range of different activities to introduce the learner to the industry.

Programs designed so they have the core elements of basic kitchen/cookery skills incorporating different cooking tasks for learners to become competent with as well as Occupational Health and Safety, hygiene and food handling skills. While all learners have developed a range of skills they have also learnt about healthy food choices and ways to cooking healthy and nutritious meals for their families.

Dandenong Neighbourhood House: Ph: 9792 5298

Long jail for binge burglar

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

A NOBLE Park ice-addict is facing extended jail time after pleading guilty to a month’s binging on burglaries in Melbourne’s south-east, including an aggravated burglary in which he struck an elderly resident in their bedroom.

Andrew Roccadavis, 24, who was using up to 3.5 grams of ice a day, had been seeking immediate release from 203 days in remand and a communitycorrections order sentence at Dandenong Magistrates’Court on Monday.

The court heard that Roccadavis committed thefts and several burglaries, netting a laptop, hard-drive, Bluetooth stereo, handbag, jewellery and an electronic tablet in Glen Waverley on 22 October about 5.30pm.

During one of the break-ins, an owner in his sixties discovered Roc-

cadavis hiding in a walk-in wardrobe.

Before fleeing, the accused dropped a pillow-case of items, and elbowed the man in the left eye causing swelling and bruising.

Roccadavis left outside the home a red bag containing 15 sets of house and car keys, a garage remote, housebreaking equipment and a full bottle of vodka.

In a police interview that night, he said he “blacked out” and couldn’t say where he had been prior to his arrest.

He later told police his memory was “hazy at best” due to regular GHB and ice use.

During a Cranbourne West home burglary in October, a 20-year-old female awoke to find Roccadavis in her bedroom.

He fled, leaving behind a doona

loaded with jewellery and personal belongings in the hallway.

On 26 September, Roccadavis broke in and stole a tablet, laptop, mobile phone, camera, jewellery and cards including a Crown Casino membership card from an apartment in Close Avenue, Dandenong.

He then gained access to the building’s security car park on several occasions in the next three weeks.

On one occasion, he broke into a storage unit and stole several items, as well as smashing his way into a vehicle using a milk crate.

In October, Roccadavis - a disqualified driver at the time - drove a stolen vehicle during a petrol drive-off at Noble Park, broke into and stole hard hats and high vis vests from a Springvale construction site, and stole tool kits from a Dandenong home garage.

On 15 October, he told a Dandenong servo attendant he forgot his wallet and gave a false name, address and phone number after filling a stolen car with petrol.

The “extremely remorseful” accused stole to fund his ice habit, which started when he was 15 and had already affected his memory, the lawyer said.

“His former partner has had their child ... in February this year, so he’s extremely keen to get his life on track,” his lawyer told the court.

“I’m told he hasn’t consumed drugs for seven months since he was incarcerated. That’s a window for ... rehabilitation.”

Magistrate Jack Vandersteen told the lawyer “he wasn’t even close” to being released; the accused had previously breached two community corrections orders.

“At the last CCO (in September), I was told the same thing that he was drug-free and ready to go,” he said.

“A clear line in the sand has been drawn for you.

“When you break into so many people’s homes and steal so much property, you have a huge impact.

“You’ve assaulted people in their own home, stealing from them and were on a (CCO) anyway.”

Roccadavis was remanded for sentencing at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 25 June.

“He’s going to do more time, maybe 12 months more time,” Mr Vandersteen said.

As Roccadavis was led into the cells, a supporter said: “F ... ing terrorists get less time.”

Aid medic shaken by Nepal earthquake devastation

ON MONDAY last week Melinda Robinson spent the day pulling children from an earthquake-ravaged building in Nepal.

They didn’t survive.

In an email sent to the Journal News in the days before she reached Kathmandu, the volunteer paramedic from Narre Warren North had foreshadowed the tragedy that awaited her following the tragic earthquake.

“I’m under no illusion how hard it will be,” Melinda wrote.

“I will see things no human should have to see and sometimes all I may be able to do is hold someone’s hand telling them it will be OK when I know it won’t.

“You do whatever is best for the patient and put your feelings and emo-

tions aside till later as it’s not about you, it’s about them.”

Melinda made the “mercy dash” to Kathmandu after the earthquake hit the region, temporarily leaving her post in Tanzania where she was spending three months tending to the sick in remote villages.

“I just felt that I had something to offer,” she wrote.

“You look at many firefighters and they don’t hesitate to fly around the world when we need help and I see it as I have skills to offer.

“Over 7500 dead and that will surely climb due to infection and getting to more remote areas.

“I don’t think you compare that to anything in Australia, maybe even an individual incident in Tanzania.”

While in Tanzania, where she has volunteered previously, Melinda will also spend time with the Tanzanian Flying Medical Service.

As part of the service Melinda was flown into the desert where small villages are scattered across the landscape.

“The Flying Medical Service takes volunteers with them to help - there are a lot of maternal health issues but we’re also on call for any emergency evacuations that are needed,” she said.

“There are a lot of Maasai villages, kind of equivalent to our (Australian) Indigenous people.”

To help Melinda’s cause, visit her web page at www.gofundme.com/ tf7vx3kc.

– LACHLAN MOORHEAD

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Dogs ranger attacked

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS

AN EVICTED man chased down a council animal ranger’s car, attacked the ranger and then evaded police after his unregistered dogs were seized in Dandenong North.

A court was told on Monday that Jeffrey Keith Miller’s dogs were taken by three City of Greater Dandenong rangers while he was being evicted from his home by police and Department of Human Services staff on 1 August.

Police prosecutor Leading Senior Constable Sue McGuire told Dandenong Magistrates’ Court that the 41-year-old Hampton Park man became agitated, say-

ing: “Who has my dogs?” He quickly accelerated a vehicle in pursuit of one of the ranger vans, prompting police to follow him.

Miller’s vehicle cut in front of the van, causing a collision between his trailer and the van’s front-end in Fair Crescent.

The court was told the ranger locked herself in the car to protect herself as Miller demanded to know the location of his dogs and her details.

Miller then punched through the driver-side window, striking the “terrified” ranger’s arm and showering her face with glass.

“She was in fear that the accused was

David says no club role is too tough to tackle

By LACHLAN MOORHEAD

A MAN who has given close to 30 years of his life to the Endeavour Hills Rugby Club was formally recognised last week.

Endeavour Hills Rugby Club Director of Operations David Hawkins, who started as a player with the group in 1986, was picked as a finalist in RaboDirect’s Conversion for Community project, and received $5000 last Friday night to be spent on the club.

David found out he had been selected as a finalist in March after his wife Kathy nominated him for

the award. “I was extremely humbled, you don’t do this for the recognition, I do it because I love the game,” he said.

“I started as a player back in ‘86 and really liked the place and the people and I stood on the committee, became treasurer and haven’t left the place.

David has captained and coached the club while also managing the junior teams and in 2007 became the Director of Operations after the roles of treasurer and secretary were combined.

Each Saturday morning no matter the weather, David arrives at the club

Bike riding raiders are still on the run

TWO raiders who each stole a push bike from a Narre Warren property are still on the run.

The male occupant of the house was confronted by the two thieves about 4am on Friday 8 May when he woke up after hearing the garage door being opened.

The raiders fled after they saw the man in the hallway and made off with the two bikes.

It’s believed the garage door had been left unlocked. A police spokesman urged Casey residents to ensure they locked their doors, windows and hid spare keys to their cars, as well as remote controls. The message comes after a blue Nissan Pathfinder was stolen from a Narre Warren South property a week earlier.

The car, worth $46,000, was taken from the driveway of the Meadow Wood Walk house between 6.30pm on Friday 1 and 8am on Saturday 2 May. Information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

ready to set up the grounds at 7am and he’s the last one seen packing up the flags and pads well into the afternoon.

“There’s a large population in this area who are into rugby, we don’t struggle for numbers,” David said.

“We have a number of people who play the game as their first sport, and we also have number of kids who have played basketball and Australian Rules football and they come along.

He urged people in Casey to “give the game a go, we’re always looking for new people”.

going to punch her head in,” Leading Sen Const McGuire told the court.

A second ranger drew a baton and confronted Miller, who then fled in his car.

During his escape, Miller drove at an oncoming police vehicle, which was flashing emergency lights,

The police vehicle’s driver swerved the car to avoid a head-on collision.

Miller also drove off the road to avoid a make-shift police roadblock.

The court was told police decided it was unsafe to pursue the learner-permit driver due to his speed, behaviour and wet conditions.

Miller was also ordered to compensate

Jewellery gun raid on home

the council for the van’s broken window.

When arrested, Miller told police he was angered because the ranger “wouldn’t hand over my dogs”.

“I just wanted to get my dogs back.”

Magistrate Jack Vandersteen bailed Miller to appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 22 June for sentencing, pending medical confirmation the accused had an acquired brain injury that caused his impulsivity.

Mr Vandersteen foreshadowed that Miller would be put on a justice plan and community corrections order.

“If you re-offend (in the meantime), all bets are off.”

POLICE have released an imageofa man who threatened two people at gunpoint and stole thousands of dollars worth of jewellery from a Dandenong property last year.

The man was armed with a semi-automatic handgun when he knocked on the Ann Street unit around 10pm on 4 September and threatened the two residents.

With the gun aimed at the victims the man forced them to open a safe and hand over the jewellery inside.

Police have released a FACE image of the man who is described as Aboriginal, 173 centimetres tall, aged in his mid twenties with a skinny build, dark eyes and hair.

Car torched

A CAR was set on fire in a Keysborough driveway earlier this month.

The 2008 white Honda Accord was parked in Greenside Crescent when it was set alight about 3.15am on Saturday 9 May. The bonnet was significantly damaged.

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Print does the job on employment

Newspapers remain a popular medium for job hunters searching for their next role despite the wide choice of domestic and international alternatives online.

Emma data shows 1.4 million job seekers use print newspapers each month. Job seekers from certain industries are more likely to use print newspapers for job hunting. Those looking for work in public administration are 46 percent more likely to use print newspaper’s employment sections with similar results for mining (44 percent), and teachers and lecturers (27 percent) more likely to use print. Businesses looking to find the right candidate should employ print newspapers as part of their search, or risk missing out on a large pool of potential candidates.

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David Hawkins received $5000 for his outstanding contribution to the Endeavour Hills Rugby Club, being a volunteer for close to 30 years.

“I MEAN no disrespect but what does a councillor actually do?”

Councillor Matthew Kirwan has faced this question so often that last week he asked for a survey of residents and a report into how the council could better communicate what the elected representatives’ role is.

Do you know what a councillor does? Email journal@starnewsgroup.com.au or visit www. facebook.com/DandenongJournal.

IT WAS a chilly start to Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce’s first Premier Regional Business Awards breakfast for the year - 5.5 degrees according to MC James Sturgess’s car.

“As I drove here it got colder,” he told the 13 May event.

“But the sun will come out this afternoon and it will get to 13 degrees, so that’s something to look forward to.”

CHAMBER vice president Peter Helmore introduced the morning’s networking session with a lesson in the craft.

He Googled ’networking’ the previous evening and found more than 86,000 sites.

“So it must be very complicated,” he said.

Thankfully he simplified the process to three principles - stand up, look at someone, say hello.

MR STURGESS gave guest speaker and City of Greater Dandenong CEO John Bennie a big rap - and claimed to have secured his services for at least another five years.

Mr Bennie said the $80 million Springvale master plan was to be completed by 2020.

“I took that as a guarantee that you will be here in 2020. Thanks,” Mr Sturgess said.

COUNCILLORS paid tribute to a Noble Park Football Club legend at their meeting last week.

Club life member and former president Keith McColl died in Yarrawonga on 8 May at

BUT… Unity shows

the age of 77. Cr Peter Brown said McColl was “a tireless worker for the community over many years”.

THE City of Greater Dandenong will dig deep to help Nepal to rebuild.

Councillors unanimously supported a $10,000 donation to the earthquake appeal at last week’s meeting.

“Every bit helps,” Cr Angela Long said.

FOUR councillors received certificates for their long service to the city at last week’s council meeting.

Maria Sampey, Peter Brown and Angela Long have clocked up 15 years each and John Kelly - who was absent from the meeting - has given 20 years to the role.

Cr Brown said he only ran for election in 1987 because a friend on the council asked him to in order to bolster his support in the chamber.

“I figured I could resign if I didn’t like it. That was in 1987. I’m still considering a resignation,” he said.

COUNCILLOR Roz Blades declined a certificate recognising her 20 years of service to the council.

She’s received so many accolades over the years that she’s run out of wall space.

“The council may have to award Cr Blades a new wall,” Mayor Sean O’Reilly quipped at last week’s council meeting.

GREATER Dandenong and Casey are two of Victoria’s most sustainable cities.

Last week it was announced as a finalist for this year’s Keep Australian Beautiful Victoria (KABV) Sustainable Cities Award.

The winners will be announced on 12 June.

MEDICALLY SPEAKING

Get happy, live happy

NATIONAL Volunteer Week (11-17 May) was established in 1989 as a way of recognising and thanking the more than six million Australians who volunteer in the community.

At St John of God Berwick Hospital the volunteer workforce is a vital part of the daily operations of the hospital.

The volunteer service commenced in 2008 and has grown to include many services. Volunteer roles provide support to caregivers in most areas of the hospital, including clerical support in the form of assembling packages of information for mail-outs, serving refreshments to patients attending the new Day Oncology Unit, providing a courier service between departments, and supporting care-

givers in the clinical areas of the hospital.

Debbie Bracker is a Berwick resident who has grown children and five grandchildren and regularly volunteers at the Day Oncology Centre, “I have volunteered at the hospital for

THE Journal and the Dandenong Show have joined forces to ensure this November’s carnival is one of the biggest and best yet.

The Journal and the show signed a media partner agreement earlier this month.

Journal editor Narelle Coulter said the announcement re-established an important relationships between two of Dandenong’s oldest and best loved institutions.

“The Journal was founded 150 years ago and the show is now in its 144th year.

“It’s fantastic that we continue to work together for the benefit of the community,“ Ms Coulter said.

“Journal reporter Marg Stork was a regular fixture at the show during her 70-year career with the Journal and we are looking forward to continuing Marg’s work by making sure we provide readers with comprehensive coverage of the show, both before and after the event.

“The show is a fantastic event which families have been enjoying since the 1800s and this year’s event will be no exception,“ Ms Coulter said.

Dandenong Agricultural and Pastoral Society president Ricky Ferris also welcomed the partnership.

“The show was involved with the Journal for many years

previously, so it’s great to get back to that again,“ he said.

“The show is looking at massive changes this year.

“There will be changes to the ground layout and to some attractions.

“There will be a very different atmosphere this year.”

Mr Ferris hinted that sideshow alley would this year boast one of the newest rides on the show circuit.

The 2015 Dandenong Show will be held on the weekend of 14 and 15 November at Greaves Reserve, Bennet Road, Dandenong.

On the last Sunday of May the society will host its annual Scottish Day, also at Greaves Reserve. The festival has been expanded this year to include Celtic animals and entertainment. Visit dandyshow.com.au.

around 18 months now. I’ve never regretted a minute. It feels so good to put a smile on someone’s face and help them feel better. It’s rewarding to give something back to the community.”

“I really enjoy helping out and making people happy. I just love to see people smile.”

Jeanette Cronin, Co-ordinator of Volunteer Services said: “We have a fantastic group of people with a diverse range of skills and life experience who offer their time and services to the hospital.

“Their contribution greatly enhances the personal care we provide to our patients.”

Phone Margaret Robb on 9709 1414.

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Journal editor Narelle Coulter and Dandenong Agricultural and Pastoral Society president Ricky Ferris.

PLACE FOR PEACE

DANDENONG, NOBLE PARK, SPRINGVALE, KEYSBOROUGH, HALLAM, DOVETON, ENDEAVOUR HILLS

PLACE FOR PEACE|CHERRINGTON ESTATE

CHERRINGTON offers families an exciting opportunity to build their new home.

Perfectly situated only one kilometre away from Officer town centre, Cherrington offers peace and tranquillity.

Cherrington Estate is near some of the area’s most respected schools including St Francis Xavier, Berwick Grammar School, Haileybury, Minaret College, St Brigid’s Catholic Primary School, Maranatha Christian College, Beaconhills College as well as Berwick and Pakenham campuses.

Transport links include the convenience of the Princes Freeway which is only minutes away, a bus stop at the front of the estate and Officer Train Station which is only 1.5 kilometres away.

Shopping is a pleasure at nearby Arena, which offers Safeway, Chemist Warehouse, the Reject Shop, a post office, a clothes shop and café with Officer new town centre coming soon.

The popular Fountain Gate is only 13 minutes away, with Pakenham, Beaconsfield and Berwick all only five minutes away.

Officer also offers well-established recreational amenities being home to

ROC Football Club and the well-known D’Angelo Winery nearby.

“We are here to cater for every individual and guide them through the whole journey,” explained Kassy Howard, Cherrington’s sales manager.

“For us it is a passion, not just a job. We help people start their new lives and we love going on the journey with them.

“This is a beautiful parcel of land on which buyers can create a comfortable lifestyle with everything on their doorstep.”

Stages one and two are sold out with stages three and four releasing very soon.

Cherrington Estate offers great house and land packages available with many of the popular builders in the area.

Other options include town houses offering those who are seeking a bright future where space, affordability and lifestyle are essential.

For more information go to cherringtonliving.com.au or contact Kassy on 0488 972 717.

The sales office is open noon until 5pm, seven days a week at 320 Princes Highway, Officer.

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Set on a large, sunny 622 square metre allotment in a family-friendly and safe court environment among other much-loved family homes, this extensively renovated and beautifully presented single storey home will please the most fastidious of buyers.

Perched on an elevated site, the home offers a covered front porch featuring an entry foyer with an eye catching modern feature stone wall.

The living and dining rooms are generously proportioned with a light-filled family

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This grand home has been completely renovated from the ground up and is the epitome of style and glamour.

Visitors enter to find the formal lounge room and the solid timber staircase that leads upstairs to the bedrooms.

The intricate parquetry floors throughout are simply stunning.

Continue through the French glass doors to the huge, well appointed chefs kitchen and expansive open plan living and dining which flows out onto the deck and low maintenance garden.

The fifth bedroom/study on the ground with extra shower and toilet is perfect for guest accommodation.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms with

meals area adjacent to the stunning kitchen.

This in turn flows onto a huge merbau decked alfresco area which offers a stunning outdoor lifestyle with serene views under a verdant canopy to the large garden beyond.

Cooks will love the modern 900mm Fisher and Paykel stainless steel gas cooktop, the under-bench oven and LG dishwasher, a great pantry plus specialty microwave and appliance cabinetry all wrapped in clean crisp glass splashbacks. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe

and ensuite bathroom, the other three bedrooms enjoy garden vistas, all have wardrobes and are serviced by a central well-appointed family bathroom. This home enjoys a combination of solid hardwood floors and carpeting, plus the comfort of gas ducted heating on cold winter nights and ducted cooling for warmer summer days.

A double carport with a remote-controlled roller door provides shelter and security for the family’s vehicles, storage and potting sheds around the back to keep any handyman or avid gardener occupied.

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wardrobes plus the generous master suite with full ensuite including spa bath and enormous walk-in wardrobe.

The Juliette balcony off the master suite is perfect to enjoy the panoramic views on offer.

This sparkling expansive family home will be snapped up by just one lucky family.

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KEYSBOROUGH 15ELMSWOODBOULEVARD

Youwon’tbelieveyoureyeswhenyoustepintothis32square(includingalfresco),three yearyoungMetriconhomeintheCrystalWatersEstate.Grand tilesflowthroughout mostofthehomeinadditiontodualentertainingareas,featurefilledkitchenwithbutlers stylepreparationareaandpantry,fourgreatsizedbedrooms,includingmasterwithen suiteplusaseamlessindoor/outdoorentertainingalfrescowithundercoverBBQarea &inbuiltseating.Forapeacefullifestyleinthisexclusiveestate,thisbeautymustbeen seentobebelieved.

Terms:10%Deposit.Balance30-90Days.

Saturday6thJuneat12pm

PRICE ContactAgent INSPECT Sat11:30am-12pm PhotoIDrequired

CONTACT AndreaGutwirth0426262601

Chee-kyDunlop0422910881

KEYSBOROUGH87691888

NOBLEPARK 12JENKINSSTREET

Thischarmingandsolid3bedroombrickveneerhomewhichstandsonarectangular allotmentapprox725m2isdefinitelyahometosuitthekeenrenovatorandpotential developer.Thenewluckyownerhastheopportunitytorejuvenatethisdwellingwith someTLC,puttheirownfinishingtouchesintotheexistinghomewhiletherearisfilled withfantasticdevelopmentopportunities(allSTCA).Thehomeenjoysafullyfunctional andopenkitchenwithagreatviewoverlookingyourveryownlargebackyard.All3 BDRsarewellpresented&comfortablyspacious,theopenlivinganddiningboastsa splitsysteminvertorunitwhiletherearentertainmentareaiswherebothquietmoments andfuntimeswillbemadeunderthesun.Plusthereisaccommodationfor4carswith aSLUG&15metreworkshop/garage.Timetorollupyoursleevesandbringthisbeauty backtoitsformerglory!

Saturday6thJuneat11am

PRICE ContactAgent INSPECT Asadvertisedorbyappointment PhotoIDrequired

CONTACT KushChetri0425199192

TimStickley0409215540

NOBLEPARK/SPRINGVALE87100000

NOBLEPARK390PrincesHighway87100000|KEYSBOROUGH1/320CheltenhamRoad87691888

PROUDLYSERVICING:Springvale•EndeavourHills•Dingley•Waterways

1184761

NOBLE PARK

5 SADIE COURT

There’s neverbeen a bettertimetomakethemostofthisversatile & uniquehome. On a rectangularblockof589m2(approx),you’llhaveplentyofoptionsavailable. Renovateandusetheexistinghomeas a basefor a prosperousfuture.Ifyou’re lookingtogetstuckintoyourfirstproject,perhapsthisis a primeopportunityto redevelopandbuildmultipledwellings(STCA).Thishomeboasts 2 BDRsinside,one outside,duallivingareas,anopenkitchenplusanabundanceofspaceatthe rear Saturday23rdMayat11am

NOBLE PARK

6 LANGOLD COURT

3 a 1 b 1 c 2 e

Thissturdybrickveneerhome,setonthehighsideofthisquietcourt,istheideal beginningorprojectforthe renovator With 3 goodsizedbedrooms,ductedheating and a largefrontand rearyard,allyouneedtodois rollupyoursleeves,grab a paintbrushandgettoit!Thelocationissocentral,withbuses,trainsandmajor roadsonlymetresaway Ifyou’re lookingforthenextprojectto renovateor rebuild and reapthe rewards,makethisyourchoice.

METHOD

Saturday30thMayat2pm

PRICE $330,000+ TERMS 10%Deposit.Balance30/60Days.

INSPECT Sat2:30-3pm PhotoIDrequired

CONTACT BelindaRobbie0414335696TimStickley0409215540 NOBLE PARK/SPRINGVALE87100000

DANDENONGNORTH

215OUTLOOKDRIVE

QuietlypositionedintheRosewoodDowns

Estate,thishomeisperfecttoliveinor rent out...Perhapsyou’re keenonutelisingthe 1014m2(approx.)onofferwhere youcanbuild / re-develop(STCA).Whicheverwayyouviewit, thishomeon a massiveparceloflandisripefor thepicking & readytobeyournextbigmove!

3 a 1 b 1 c 1 e

Saturday23rdMayat11:30am

INSPECT Sat11-11:30am PRICE ContactAgent

CONTACT AlexAbou-eid0417147878

NOBLE PARK/SPRINGVALE87100000

FREEAPPRAISAL HOTLINE 87100000

KEYSBOROUGH 28RIVERGUMPLACE

3 a 2 b 2 c 2 e

Withcedarcathedralceilingsforthatextrabitofspace,duallivingareas,an enormouskitchenwithamplebenchspaceplusanundercoveralfrescoand gazebowithin-builtBBQ,thishomeisperfectlydesignedtobothentertainand relaxallyear round.Withthreegoodsizedbedrooms,themasterwithensuite & WIR,doublelockupgarageplus a builtinbar & plentyofextras,thiswell positionedhomeon a blocksizeof699m2(approx.)is readytobecalledhome!

METHOD

Wednesday10thJuneat5pm unlesssoldprior

PRICE $550,000+

INSPECT Thurs5-5:30pm&Sat11-11:30am

PhotoIDrequired

CONTACT JessejamesMariñas0431108933Chee-kyDunlop0422910881 KEYSBOROUGH87691888

NOBLE PARK390PrincesHighway87100000|KEYSBOROUGH1/320CheltenhamRoad87691888

PROUDLYSERVICING:Springvale•EndeavourHills•Dingley• Waterways 1184764

NOBLE PARK

3 RUTHERGLEN STREET

A widefrontageand a flatand rectangularblock….whatmore couldyouaskfor?

Thispropertysituatedin‘prime’NoblePark,betweenParkmore andNoblePark ShoppingCentres,alsoitisperfectlylocatedfordeveloping(S.T.C.A), a multiunitsite.Thelandsizeis18.28m(60’)wide X 53.6m(175’10”)deep.Largeblocks are becominghardertofind,especiallyclosetoallamenities,schoolsandpublic transport.

METHOD

Saturday6thJuneat11:30am

PRICE $580,000+

TERMS 10%Deposit.Balance60Days.

INSPECT Wed5:30-6pm&Sat11-11:30am

CONTACT DanielPepperell0418105105

NOBLE PARK/SPRINGVALE87100000

PhotoIDrequired

DANDENONG 31 JESSON CRESCENT

This 3 bedroomhomebeckonsthe1sthomebuyer/investorwantingtocreate somecapitalgainbyenhancingtheaestheticappealofthisverysturdyconcrete dwelling.Specialfeaturesinclude; a spaciouslounge room, rearsunroom, 3 large BDRs & centralbathroom.Caraccommodationissuppliedbythelargesingle garagethatfeatures a separateworkshop & theblocksizeis593m2,withthe possibilityof a DualOccupancydevelopment(STCA).

Saturday6thJuneat1:30pm

PRICE ContactAgent TERMS 10%Deposit.Balance30Days. INSPECT Sat1-1:30pm PhotoIDrequired CONTACT DanielPepperell0418105105

NOBLE PARKNORTH

380PRINCESHIGHWAY

3 a 1 b 1 c 2 e

Fantasticopportunitytosecure thisbrickveneerhomeinanunbeatablelocation ofNobleParkNorth.Seton a largeallotmentapprox738m2,widedrivewaywith excitingpotentialtofurtherdevelopment,childcare/ medicalcentre (STCA).

Offering a largeentryleadingtoformallounge & diningarea,largekitchen, 3 sizable BDRswithBIRs,centralbathroom,spaciouslaundrywithtoilet, rollershuttersonall windows,heating,alarm,doublelockupgaragewithcarportfor 2 cars.

METHOD

Saturday6thJuneat11:30am

PRICE $410,000+

TERMS 10%Deposit.Balance30/60Days.

INSPECT Wed5-5:30pm&Sat11-11:30am

CONTACT LeePhuong0402660880

NOBLE PARK/SPRINGVALE87100000

PhotoIDrequired

NOBLE PARK 2-5/11 WALLSTREET

PerfectforINVESTORS,YOUNGCOUPLESORRETIREES,youwillfindthese impressivenewtownhomessituatedsoclosetoallcentralamenities. Walktothe shops & station. You couldownoneofthesefromaslittleasjust$1p/week.(Note: Thesefiguresare basedoninformationasofMay2015 & theadviceprovided isgeneraladviceonly Investorsshouldconsidertheappropriatenessofthis informationhaving regard totheirpersonalobjectives,financialsituation & needs.)

PRICE From$330,000+

KEYSBOROUGH 4 FAOROCOURT

Tuckedquietlyonthecornerofthistranquilcourtisthisextraversatilehome –perfectforfirsthomebuyers,familiesandinvestors.Thelightfilledlivingareawith a baywindowflowsthroughtothediningareawitheasyaccesstoanundercover alfrescothatcanwraparoundthehomeforthatextraoutdoorspace.Thekitchen enjoysbrandnewstainlesssteelapplianceswhilethethreecarpetedbedroomsall boastgoodsized robes.Thisisthetruemeaningofaneasylivinglifestyle.

METHOD

Wednesday10thJuneat5pm unlesssoldprior

PRICE $490,000+

INSPECT Sat12-12:30pm PhotoIDrequired

CONTACT Alice Wong0401650862Chee-kyDunlop0422910881

KEYSBOROUGH87691888

NOBLE PARK390PrincesHighway87100000

KEYSBOROUGH1/320CheltenhamRoad87691888

ENDEAVOURHILLS 5 AVENELPLACE

Deceptivelylargeinsideandout,thiswell-presentedfourbedroom,twobathroom family residenceissure toimpresswithitsgenerousdimensionsandlandsize.Great

ROWVILLE150KellettsRoad97532828

AuctionthisSaturday

n Well-appointedtimberkitchenwith plentifulcabinetryandbenchspace n Heatingandair-conditioning

NewListing

n Ultrachickitchenequippedwith stainlesssteelappliances n Three robedbedrooms,deluxe bathroom + outdoorterrace

SPRINGVALE

CENTRAL,MAINROADRETAILSHOP!

Freeholdpremises.Building:83sqm,Land:158sqm(approx)

•Flexibleoptiontostartyourownbusinessorleaseouttonewtenants

•Renovatedandmoderninteriorallowingvariousbusinesssetups

•Locatedonmainroadandbusystripneartrainstation

•Privateandsecurecarpark

•HighExposurelocation

Saleterms:10%deposit.Balance:30/60days.

Auction: Thu4thJune@1:00pm mcdonaldre.mobi: pptyID8100577

Office: Springvale Ph: 95468211

HarryLi 0414216699

GREATHOMEORINVESTMENT

LocatedinagreatlocationofNoblePark,thispropertyisaclosedriveto EastlinkHighway,NobleParkshops,DandenongCentralShops,awalking distancetomedicalcentres,localmilkbar,trainstationandschools.This Immaculateresidenceofferswonderfulopportunitiestothefirsthomebuyer, buyerswhohavebeenlookingforabiggerhomeoraprudentinvestor.Sure tosatisfy,thepropertycomprises:

•3 SpaciousBedrooms

•UpdatedKitchen&Diningarea

•GasAppliances

•DoubleGarage/Workshop

•Landsizeof572sqmapproximately

Thereisnothingelseyouneedtodo,justbuyandmovein.Make sureyou addthistothefamilyinspectionlistoryourgrowinginvestmentportfolio. CALLNOWFORINSPECTION.PhotoIDRequiredatInspection.

Office: Springvale Ph: 95468211

Auction: Sat6thJun@1:30pm Inspect: Saturday1:00-1:30pm mcdonaldre.mobi: pptyID8160406

AllenPang 0433545971

KEYSBOROUGH

BRANDNEW,NEVERLIVEDINLUXURY!

Designedtodeliverlavishfamilyspacesonaspectacularscale,thisbrand newluxuryresidenceexemplifiesqualitylivinginKeysborough’smost soughtafterestate!Builtwithoutstandingexcellenceand ideallypositioned inaquietcul-desaclocation,itoffersfamilylivingatits finest.Boasting 46.5sqofspace,thehomehastheworks.Downstairsopenlivingand extratheatreroom,upstairsloungeandseparaterumpus,5bedrooms upstairscomplimentedbyastudydownstairs,qualityfinishesinkitchen andbathrooms,superiorflooring(carpets&floorboards),ductedheating, alfresco,doublegarage,low-maintenancegardensandsomuchmore.Inthis quietandyoungneighbourhood,you’llbeabletoenjoyplentyofwetlands nearby,parks,walkingtrails,thebestschoolsplusbusstopsaremoments away.Thisisthespaciousandlargerthanlifehouseyou’vebeensearching for.Bethefirsttoenjoywhatthistremendousresidencehastooffer.

Office: Springvale Ph: 95468211

Auction: Sat30thMay@2:30pm

Inspect: Wednesday5:00-5:30pm Saturday2:00-2:30pm mcdonaldre.mobi: pptyID8102102

HarryLi 0414216699

HEARTOFKEYSBOROUGH

LocatedinthehighlydemandedpocketofKeysborough,thisisyourchanceto createsomemagic.Itfeaturesagreatsenseoflight&privacyandenjoysa superblifestyleaddress.Expandonthewelllaid-foundations,comprisingof:

•3spaciousbedroomsallwithBIR

•Warmandinvitinglivingarea

•Sizablekitchenandmeals

•Carportwithadditionalcaraccommodation

•Heatingandairconditioning

You’llbeamazedbytheserenitybeingonlyfootstepsawayfromParkmore ShoppingCentre,Wactherreserve,publictransportandschools.Ourpresent ownerhasexperienceddecadesofloveandmemoriesandnowlookingto passthisrareopportunity.Inspectnowbeforeit’stoolate!

Office: Springvale Ph: 95468211

Price: $460,000+ mcdonaldre.mobi: pptyID5406712

1184641

RickyNguyen 0420956239

KEYSBOROUGH 4DUMFRIESROAD A 3 B 1 C 1

34NEWBURGHSTREET A 5 B 2 C 2

244SPRINGVALEROAD

NOBLEPARK 11ALMACRESCENT A 3 B 2 C 2

1 Owner, 6 Offices

All working hard for you.

Dear home owners, on your plan to put your property on lease or sale, don’t hasten to sign any relating contracts. Speak with us today.

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Springvale 311

Location!Location!HeartofSpringvale!

ContactAgent $660,000-$700,000 ljhooker.com

JustListed

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KimLe 0468939898

LJHookerGlen Waverley 265ASpringvaleRoad

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LJHookerGlen Waverley

265aSpringvaleRoad Glen Waverley 0385885288

@glenwaverley@ljh.com.au

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LuxuryApartment AprivateBalcony,Thisluxury apartmentofferseverythingyouare lookingfor.With2bedroomsand1 bedroomapartmentareavailable,this rareopportunityisagreatandsecure homeorinvestment.Thereare34 Apartmentsavailable. Byanystandardexemplaryapartment living;acentralDandenongaddress, generouslysizedlivingspaces,alarge centralcommunalcourtyard.

PrivateSale $360,000-$420,000 ljhooker.com

JudyThanh Truc 0432898898 NuriaJewell 0411726898

LJHookerGlen Waverley 265ASpringvaleRoad

Vacancy forPropertyManager

WelcometoLJHookerKeysborough,BurwoodandMount WaverleyOffice, Onexpansionofbusinesswearelookingpropertymanagerfor3newoffices. PropertyManagerJobDuties:

•Establishes rentalratebysurveyinglocal rentalrates;calculatingoverheadcosts, depreciation,taxes,andprofitgoals.

•Attractstenantsbyadvertisingvacancies;obtaining referralsfromcurrenttenants; explainingadvantagesoflocationandservices;showingunits.

•Contractswithtenantsbynegotiatingleases;collectingsecuritydeposit.

•Accomplishesfinancialobjectivesbycollecting rents;payingbills;forecasting requirements; preparinganannualbudget;schedulingexpenditures;analyzingvariances;initiating correctiveaction.

•Maintainspropertybyinvestigatingand resolvingtenantcomplaints;enforcingrules ofoccupancy;inspectingvacantunitsandcompleting repairs;planning renovations; contractingwithlandscapingandsnow removalservices

•Maintainsbuildingsystemsbycontractingformaintenanceservices;supervising repairs.

•Securespropertybycontractingwithsecuritypatrolservice;installingandmaintaining securitydevices;establishingandenforcingprecautionarypoliciesandprocedures; respondingtoemergencies.

•Enforcesoccupancypoliciesandproceduresbyconfrontingviolators.

•Prepares reportsbycollecting,analyzing,andsummarizingdataandtrends.

•Updatesjobknowledgebyparticipatingineducationalopportunities; readingprofessional publications;maintainingpersonalnetworks;participatinginprofessionalorganizations.

•Accomplishesorganizationgoalsbyacceptingownershipforaccomplishingnewand different requests;exploringopportunitiestoaddvaluetojobaccomplishments.

•Salary$54,000pa+Bonus.Salaryincreaseseachyeardependentonperformance.

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www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/dandenong

AUCTION THISSATURDAY

4

STARTINGOUTINSTYLE

Locatedin a quiet court locationthis 3 bedroomhomehas beenfully renovated andissure to impress.Comprises large lounge room,moderngaskitchenwith family area, ductedheating,qualityloortilingplusnew carpetsin bedrooms & lounge.Close to schools,shops & public transport.Garage & Carport. Terriic1st homeor investment.Bequick to inspect.

AUCTION THISSATURDAY

91BoydStreet

FANTASTIC1STHOMEORINVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

AuctionSat23rd Mayat12pm

Terms 10%dep-bal30/60/90days

Price $400,000+ Inspect Wednesday5-5.30pm Saturdayfrom11.30am

Agent Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438341066

Solid 3 bedBVinneedof renovationandseton a rectangularblockofapprox 560m2. Featuresallgas appliances,hardwoodflooring & lotsofpotential.Site alsohaspotential for dualoccupancydevelopment(STP). Close to all facilitiesincludingbus,schools & shopping centre. Terrificopportunityhere!

JUSTLISTED

13BuldahStreet RosewoodDowns

EXCELLENT4BEDBVINPOPULARESTATE

Featuring fantasticviewsfromthe rear,thisimmaculate family homehas a terriicloorplan.Includespolished timberloors throughout & slate tiles to wet areas,full ensuite to master,largemodernkitchenwithgas cooking, RH, DW & WO Builtinbarin family/dining roomwhich opens to a private patio overlooking a superbinground pool for outdoorliving.Anaddedbonusof a double carport & single garageat rearwhich coulddouble upas a gym or workshop.Surroundedbyqualityhomes & close to schools,shops & transport. Vendorwantsthissold.

HURRY30%SOLD HURRY30%SOLD

AuctionSat23rd Mayat1pm Terms 10%dep-bal30/60days Price $330,000+ Inspect Wednesday5-5.30pm Saturdayfrom12.30pm Agent NeilButler 0411637088

AuctionSat30thMayat1pm Terms 10%dep-bal30/60days Price 500,000+ Inspect Wednesday5-5.30pm Saturday11-11.30am Agent ChrisDrieberg 0411637088

6 LiquidamberStreet Doveton EXCELLENT1STHOMEORDEVELOPMENTSITE

Close to schools,shops & transportthissound 3 bedroom homeison a 741m2blockwith a wide25mfrontage. Existinghomeincludesallgasappliances,polished loors& largegarage.Suitdualoccupancyormulti-unit development(STP).

AuctionSat13thJuneat11am

Terms 10%dep-bal60days

Price $300,000+ Inspect ByAppointment

Agent NeilButler 0411637088

1165StudRoad Rowville

LUXURYLIVINGWITHOUTCOMPROMISE

Beautifully designed, you’llbespoilt for choice with a selection of30apartments &8 executive townhomesinthisboutique development.

- Buynow& secure stampdutysavingsup to $21,000(subject to value).

-1 year5% rentalguaranteeOR a $5,000furniture package.

- Yourchoice of colour tones

- Enjoy sweepingviewsfromthe rooftop terrace

- Qualitykitchenswith stonebenchtops & S/SBoschappliances.

Price From$285,000 Inspect ByAppointment Agent Dennis Tzortzoglou0438341066

NeilButler0411637088

ChrisDrieberg 0411737303

BobMilkovic0422504106

NigelRaymond0425721593

1184844

97913177

Shop1,11LanghorneStreet, Dandenong

ReardenClose EndeavourHills

DandenongNorth

DANDENONG61KingStreet

SALENOWOR AUCTION

Hall&Partners

IMMACULATECOnDITIOnInAGREAT

LOCATIOn

Yoursearchstopshereatthis very well presentedhomewhichoffers youcomfortand greataccommodation for youand yourfamily.

Thehomeoffers:

•3Bedrooms,2Bathrooms,2LivingAreas,3Car

Accommodation

• PolishedFloorBoards

•GasDuctedHeating

•Airconditioning

•Solarpowerpanels

•Entertainmentareaattherear

•Goodsizedbackyard

•Secured fencefront yard ClosetoDandenong,ClosetoEndeavourHills ShoppingCentre,EasyaccesstotheFreeway

Auction:Saturday23rdMayat12pm

Inspect:Saturday11:30am

Contact:AlexSimule0412889173

POSSIBILITIESJUSTENDLESS!

ExplorecentralDandenongandjointhe elitegroupofdeveloperstocontinuethe governmentinitiatedprocessofmassive revitalisationofthisgreatcity.Thisgenerous siteofapprox.821m2intheresidentialgrowth zoneoffersoptionsgalore!Thepleasant1940’s 4bedroomredbrickhomewithhighceilings andhardwoodtimberfloorsisnowgenerating incomeof$400.00PW.Bring yourconceptto thetableandactnowasthispremiumcentral developmentsiteisa rareeventandnotgoing tolastlong.Tomorrowmightbetoolate!

DOVETON 7 Banksia Street

INVESTORNEST!

*3Bedroomconcretehome

*Kitchenandmealsarea

*Separatelounge

*Bungalowatrear

*LandSize650m2+

* Very closetochildcarecentreandMonash Freeway

*Developments forUnits(S.T.C.A)

NEWLISTING

Auction:Saturday20th Juneat12pm

Inspect:Saturday1-1:30pm

Contact: Walter Kubiak0412359973

NEVER RUNOUTOFSPACE!

Thisattractivelyrendered2levelFamily homewith4BedroomsplusStudyserviced by 3Bathrooms(3WC)functionaltimber kitchenwithSSapplianceswillcomfortably accommodateaBradyBunch.Comfort assuredwithductedheating,coolingsystem additionalsplitsystem,extensiveceramic tilesandhardwoodtimberfloors.Endless accommodation forseveralcars,utesorvans withdoublebrickgarageandtriplecarport.All thison700m2+ blockinasuperconvenient location;walkingdistancetoEumemmering College,PrimarySchool,Easyaccesstothe freeway, minutestoDandenongorlocalSpring SquarewiththemostpopularnewColesstore inthedistrict.

ForSale:$500,000Plus

Inspect:Saturday11-11:30am

Contact: Walter Kubiak0412359973

VALUEBUSTER!

Pricedtosell!Besuretoinspectthisoriginal (previously owneroccupied)2bedroomunit withseparatelaundry, bathroomandtoilet plusits ownprivatecourtyard.Comeswith builtinwardrobe,gasappliances,reversecycle splitsystemairconditionerandundercover carparkingwithdirectaccessfromthestreet. ConvenientlocationwitheasyaccesstoPrinces HighwayanHarrisfieldShops.Updateandenjoy oridealasarentalinvestmentproperty.Your choice!

ForSale:$320,000Plus

Inspect:ByAppointment

Contact:MichaelCervenjak0419389039

DOvETOn180AKiddsRoad

EXTRALUXURYHOME

Extraordinaryqualityhome awaits for youto enjoyandrelax for yearstocome!

• Doublestoreyhomewith3extra-large bedroomswithBIR,Masterbedroomwith ensuite

•2bathroomsincludingensuiteplus2powder rooms,Spaciouslivingroomanddiningareawith

baywindows

•Beautiful TasmanianAshkitchenwithgas cookinganddishwasher

•Gasductedheating,DuctedCoolingsystem

•Beautifulparquetrylooring,Securityalarm

•Enclosedalfrescowithasecondkitchenitted

•Doublegarage

ForSale:$425,000Plus

Inspect:Saturday11-11:30am

Contact:AlexSimule0412889173

FULLYRENOVATED!JUSTLIKEBRAND

NEW!

Lightilledandmodernisthisfullyrenovated 2bedroomunit. Positionperfectwith features including:

*2bedroomsbothwith builtinrobes

*Updatedkitchenwithstainlesssteelappliances

*Goodsizedbathroomwithseparatetoilet.

*Freshly Painted

*NewCarpet Thissuperbly maintainedunitpromisesa valuablelifestylechoiceoragreatinvestment.

NEWLISTING

ForSale:$279,000

Inspect:ByAppointment Contact:TimRetallack0419391804

ForSale:$260,000

Inspect:ByAppointment Contact:LeighHall0401408580

ROSEWOODDOWNSCLASSIC!

Yoursearchstopsherewiththisstunningfamily homeintheeverpopularRosewoodDowns! Thisamazinghome features; *3bedrooms(masterwithwalkinrobeand bedrooms2and3with builtinrobes),

*Separatebath,showerandtoilet

*Uptodatekitchenwithgascooking, dishwasherand overlookingmealsarea.

*AnLshapedgoodsizedlivingarea

*Ductedheating&Airconditioning

*Outsideentertainingareawithpergola&spa

*Enclosed Yard

*Singlecarparkwithrollerdoor Welcometo younewhome!

ForSale:$450,000Plus

Inspect:ByAppointment Contact:LeighHall0401408580

NEWLISTING

NEWLISTING

EnDEAvOUR HILLs 82 James Cook Drive

AUCTIONTHISSATURDAY

NOBLE PARK2/74CallanderRoad

DANDENONGNORTH16SuffolkRoad

NOBLE PARK NEWLISTING

AUCTION

Dandenong

AUCTION

to 3:30pm

AUCTION

Dandenong North 5

to 5:00pm & Sat 11:15am to 11:45am

Dandenong Central 82 CleelaNd STreeT

SUPER CENTRAL INVESTMENT WITH MANYOPTIONS!

Zoned Residential Growth Zone -Schedule1 andsitting on a block of 820m2 (approx) with high exposure, this property is ideal fora Medical Practice, residence of development (STCA) Currently operating as a Dental practice, it features two consulting rooms,administration/reception area overlooking patientwaitingarea,staff rest room and storeroom Permitfor two practitioners andsix car parks.A short walk to the Dandenong Hospital High Schools, Dandenong Market and Plaza

LEASE OUT- REDEVELOP- ORJUST MOVE IN!

auCTiON: Saturday, 13th June, 2015 @ 2:00pm (if not sold prior)

OPeN: Thurs 4:30pm to 5:00pm & Sat 1:00pm to 1:30pm

Doveton

106 Paperbark Street

LARGE BLOCK- GOOD TENANTS

Over 600m2 of land witha low maintenance home with good tenantswho have another tenmonths to run on their current tenancy agreement The kitchen has floating floors, gas cookingand dishwasher while the bathroom has been updated. Ideal redevelopment site (STCA)

HARD TO FIND PROPERTY- AVAILABLE NOW!

FOr Sale: $290,000 to $320,000

OPeN: Wed 4:00-4:30pm& Sat 1:30-2:00pm

Dandenong

2/19 Olive Street

ONE REALY HITS THE SPOT! Superbly presented two bedroom freestanding unitin the heart of Central Dandenong Bright sunny loungewith ceiling fan, a kitchen witha massive amount of cupboard space plus wall oven, gas hot plates and range hood The mealsareahas direct access to the neat and tidy rear yard that has side access to the lock up garage

Dandenong

1/17 Grant Street CORNERSITE!

What an opportunity! This 1950's style three bedroom timberhomewill suit the first home buyerswith renovation skills OR the builder/developer wanting a multi unit site (STCA) Walk to the City centreand Schools in minutes! IMPROVE YOUR LOT!

FOr Sale: $330,000 to $360,000

Hallam

1/56 Charles avenue TOP INVESTMENT!

Modern three bedroom unit with built in robes, showcase kitchen with dishwasher and rangehood polished hardwood floors andsplit system air conditioner Large timber decking, lock up carport plusadditional car space Walk to Schools andshopswith Freeway access only minutes away. Tenanted at $360.00per week.

FOr Sale: $325,000 to $350,000

OPeN: Wed 5:00-5:30pm& Sat2:00-2:30pm

Dandenong

14/16-18 Close avenue

AN INVESTMENT BEAUTY!

Opportunity to buyneat home in the heart of the city Boastinga $250.00 per week rental return, it features two spacious bedroomswith builtin robes mealsarea off renovated kitchen,a combined bathroom/laundry separate toilet and car space Walking distance to the CBD and many otherfacilities

FOr Sale: $220,000 plus buyers

OPeN: Tues 5:00-5:30pm& Sat 1:30-2:00pm

Dandenong

Dandenong

3/18 Hutton Street INVEST WISELY!

This hard to come by two bedroom ground floor rear flat with rear car park isonly a couple of minutes walk to Dandenong Centralwith allits shops, offices and transport hubincluding the Dandenong Market and Plaza. Currently tenanted at almost 6% returnor availablewith Vacant Possession in June

FOr Sale: $200,000 to $220,000

OPeN: Tues 3:00-3:30pm& Sat 10:30-11:00am

DANDENONG 17 BIRDWOOD AVENUE

LOCATEDINAGROWTHZONEBEING SUITABLEFORMULTIPLEAPARTMENTS ONTHEACTUALSITESETON810m2with potentialfordualoccupancyorpossiblyleave thehouse&build2unitsatrear(STCA).Also includessolid2bedroomresidenceidealfor update.

DANDENONG 69 PULTNEY STREET

Attentionalldevelopers!Rareopportunityherewiththisvacantcornerblockof 925m2with18.29mfrontageapprox.zonedRGZ1(residential growthzone)and situatedinoneofCentralDandenong’sfineststreets,offeringunrivalledpotential todevelopmultilevelapartmentsormultipletownhousesSTCA.Tightlyheld,blue chiplocationintheheartofDandenong,overlookingDandenongParkandjusta shortstrollintotheCBD,Plaza,schoolsandTrainStation.

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DANDENONGNORTH 2ISOBELLACOURT Thisfamilyhomeisagreatplacetostartor idealinvestment.Features3BR’s+study(or small4thBR),masterwithF.E.S,spacious lounge/diningroom,galleykitchen,meals& familyarea,undercoverentertainingarea& privatebackyard,carportplussinglegarage withseparateworkshop,d/h&evapcooling.

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MybrotherPeterandIwereapprovedexecutorsofourdeceasedfather’sestatein AlbertAvenueSpringvale.Dadbuiltourhouse,Icanrememberpouringthefootings duringthecoronationofQueenElizabethII.Iwaswithconsiderableemotionthatwe approachedthetaskofestatesettlement.

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FromStephen&PeterBaryla-44AlbertAvenueSpringvale

SPRInGvALE 55StJohnsAve

NEWLISTING

PrimeLocation

Conveniently located within walking distance of vibrant Springvale Central, this home is also within close proximity of a vast array of desired amenities including upgraded Springvale Railway Station, major freeways, public transport and localparks,therearealsomanyexceptional educationalinstitutions.MonashUniversityisa shortdrivefromyourfrontdoor.

•IncludedSelfcontainedinthebackyard

•Rentalreturnof$35,000peryearApprox

4 A 2 B 2 D 1 L

Auction13/06/2015@2pm10%Deposit:

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Inspect: Saturday1:30-2:00pm

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Contact: Corey(Khoi)Le0417311491

KEYSBOROUGH 32/2-22BreannePlace

ComfortwithStyleandConvenient location

Locatedintheprestigious,awardwinningKeys

Estate,withreadyaccesstothenewEastlink Freeway,PortPhilipBaybeachesandParkmore KeysboroughShoppingCentrewithmorethan 110specialtystoresisjustminutesaway.Three irstclassgolfcoursesarewithin1.5kmawaywith renownschoolslikeHailyeburyandLighthouse arebothinwalkingdistance.

•CurrentlyRental$1650PerMonth

2 A 1 B 1 D 1 L

Private: $350,000+

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SPRInGvALE 3/453-457Springvale

StunningFamilyHome!

Within close proximity to Parkmore Shopping Centre, Lighthouse Christian School, Haileybury College, Golf Courses, Eastlink and parklands you will be in awe of this superb & unassuming home

This single storey Simonds home of approx 25 squares is only 2 5 years old

•Homefeatures4spaciousdoublebedrooms andtwoareasforoutdoorentertainment.

•Beautifullytiledthroughoutwithazonedducted heatingtokeepyouandyourfamilywarm.

4 A 2 B 2 D 2 L

Private: $690,000+

Inspect: Wednesday5:30-6:00pm Saturday1:00-1:30pm

Contact: Corey(Khoi)Le0417311491 VarunAhuja0404954492

KEYSBOROUGH 54HavenstoneDr

Kay Bulner Director 0425 754 748 CRANBOURNE

BEARWELL REAL ESTATE

6 Athena Court

Situated in a quiet court location, this large home offers 4 Bedrooms with wardrobes, Master bedroom with full ensuite and walk in robe, 2 Living rooms, big kitchen with huge meals area and dishwasher, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, ducted heating and evaporative cooling, solar boosted hot water system and double garage. Large backyard. Land size – 747m2

(approx)

Close to all amenities

For Sale: $435,000

Inspection: Every Saturday 1:15 – 1:45 pm

39 Carlisle Road

BUILDBUILDBUILDIN HALLAM!!

This double storey house comprises 4 bedrooms, big lounge, big kitchen, separate meals area, 2 toilets, 2 bathrooms, spa, 3 split system heating/cooling and double garage. Land size is 888m2 (approx), Plan and Permit available to build 3 Units at the back of the existing house

Anyone interested, please contact Agent Inspection: Every Saturday 2:15 – 2:45 pm

It’sallabouttheLocation!

Ifyouare searchingfor a centrallylocatedpropertythan looknofurther IdeallypositionedbetweentheDandenong HospitalandDandenongMarket,thiswellpresentedunit isperfectforastuteinvestorsandsmallfamilies.Sittingat the rearofthe 3 unitdevelopment,thishomeoffers 2 good sizedbedrooms,openplanliving,mealsandkitchenarea andgenerouslysizedbackyard withadditionalcourtyard betweenlockablecarportanddwellingallowingyouto combineindoor/outdoorzones.Withadditionalfeaturesthat includesplitsystemairconditioning,gasstoveinkitchen andamplestoragespaceinbackyard withtwoseparate sheds,thishomeoffersalltheessentials a modern family requires.With a current rentalincomeof$285perweek,why wouldyoulookanywhere else?Makethetimetoinspect thishomebefore itistoolate!

Auction: Saturday30thofMay20151:30pm

TERMS: 10%Deposit,Balancein30-60Days INSPECT: 23rd OfMay2:30pm - 3:00pm

2 A 1 B 1 C

Auction:3/13OliveStreetDandenong

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TOTALOF4LUXURY TOWNHOUSES

ONLY 4 LUXURY TOWNHOUSES REMAINING

A oncein a lifetimeopportunityhasbeenpresentedtoyou topurchasethesemagnificenttownhousesoff theplan. LocatedwithinwalkingdistancetoDandenongHospital, Chisholm TAFE,publictransportservicesandcentral Dandenong’s shoppingprecinctsincludingPlaza,Market. Withalltownhousescomprising 3 bedrooms,master bedroomwithfullensuite,allbedroomswithbuiltin robes, formallivingareawithseparatekitchenandmealsarea,first floorwithmainbathroomandgroundfloorpowder room, singlelockupgaragewithadditionaloff streetcarspace infrontofthegarage,fullylandscapedcourtyard atthe rearofthehomewitharrayofqualityfittingsandfeatures whichincludecesarstonebenchtops,stainlesskitchen appliances,centralgasductedheatingandmuch,much more.

FORSALE: From$395,000

3 A 2 B 2 C

FORSALE:2-5/2Burrows AvenueDandenong

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1184606

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POPULARPOSITION – INVESTOROWNEROCCUPY

KEYSBOROUGH

POSTCODE 3173

Presenting as new, this beautiful Simmonds built contemporary four bedroom two bathroom residence with double garage is just two and a half years old.

It offers several family living areas and outdoor entertaining spaces.

With its location in a highly desirable area close to prestigious schools, Tatterson Park with its woodlands and wetlands, golf courses, Parkmore Shopping Centre and easy access to EastLink, this home ticks all the boxes.

A stylish master bedroom comes complete with walk-in wardrobe and fully-tiled ensuite with double shower and twin vanity basins.

The open plan designer kitchen, featuring ample storage, stone benchtops and eye-catching glass splashback is fully equipped with top quality stainless steel appliances including 900mm gas stove and dishwasher and is adjacent to the second living area.

Features include striking neutral-toned tiling throughout with premier carpets to the bedrooms, top quality light fittings and window furnishings plus central heating and evaporative cooling for year-round comfort.

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Onceadistrict“showplace”ppty, thereisnow auniqueopportunitytopurchase&restorethis previouslyprominentdairycattlestudpptytoits formerglory.“Main Vu”-97.7acresintwotitles +4.4acreslease.Commanding360°views,fertile chocolatesoilwithmajoritygentlehills,magniicent establishedtrees&shelterbelts,numeroussheds, goodstock yardfacilities&reliable waterfrom ShadyCreek.Olderstylesolid2-3bdrmw/board farmhouse.Locatedjust5minsfrompicturesque NeerimSouthtownship&1hr20minsMelbCBD.

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56223800CnrSmith & QueenSt,Warragul www.sej.com.au

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Aperfectopportunitytopurchasethis3BRW/B homewhileinterest ratesareatanalltimelow! Affordable,excellentinvestment&ideallocation! Elevatedwithviews,greatbackyard,extensive outdoorentertainingoptions(inclgepergola, outdoorspa&separatedeck),dblgarage,ceiling fansinallBR’s &justa

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Nyora37FollettDrive

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2.4acrefarmletsetupforminiatureponiesinNyora.3 bdrmRanchstylehomewithcommandingviewsover paddocksandhillsinbackyard.10privateponyyards offcentrallaneway.2paddocks,foulingyardand loosebox.Mainswater,sealed roadfrontage.

ForSale $465,000

Inspect ByAppointment Contact RayWilkinson0417515649

LangLang 35a Westernport Road - 59975599 1184610

SPRINGVALESOUTH,668HeathertonRoadBuyersOver$590,000

BIGBLOCKOFLAND!GREATDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!

Thisisagreatopportunitytoownasweetandbuildupyour investmentportfolioatthesametimeon745m2(approx.)ofland,by keepingthecosyexistinghome,whichoffers3bedrooms,kitchen adjoiningmealsarea,loungeroomandabathroomwithacorner bath,separatedlaundry&toilet.Extrafeaturesincludinghighceiling, polishedtimberfloor,ductedheating,air-conditioning,window shuttersandsolarpanels.Andbuilda3bedroomunitattheback (STCA).Especially,thedrawingplanisavailableforyourreference.

A 3 B 1 C 1 FORSALE

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NOBLEPARK,1/13Shepreth

Avenue

THREEBEDROOMSUNITINCENTRAL

NOBLEPARK!

SituatedrightintheheartofNoblePark,thisfrontunitfeatures aspaciouslounge/dining,well-appointedkitchen,3bedrooms withrobes,carpetthroughoutandacentralbathroomwith separatedtoiletandlaundry,anewfloorboardinlivingareas, remotecontrolgarageandnoBodyCorporate.Anabsolute mustinspectforallfirsttimebuyers&smartinvestors.

A 3 B 1 C 1 E 1

FORSALEBUYERSFROM$370,000

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BRILLIANTHOMEINGREATLOCATION!

Surroundedbywell-knownschools,thiswell-maintainedhome offers3goodsizedbedroomsallwithBIR,ahugelounge/living,wellappointedkitchenwithplentyofcupboardsadjoiningdiningarea, centralbathroom,separatedtoilet&laundry.Otherfeaturesinclude ductedheating,air-conditioning,polishedtimberfloorthrough-out, tiledinwetarea,securitydoors,solarpanels,sunroomandadouble garage.Thefrontyardcomeswithabundanceoffruittreesanda well-establishedgarden,easytomaintain.Thisisanastounding opportunityforallbuyers,bequicktoinspectbeforeit’sgone!

HAMPTONPARK,16Newberry

Retreat FOURBEDROOMS&TWOLIVINGSHOME INGREATLOCATION!

Thislovelyhomeofferstwolivingareas,4bedrooms,WIR& ENStomaster,BIRStoothers,spaciouslounge&studyspace, kitchenopentodiningandfamilyroomwithslidingdooraccess totheprivatebackyard,separatedlaundry&toilet.Features ductedheating,splitsystemaircondition.Thispropertyisprice tosellandidealfor firsthomebuyersorsmartinvestors.

A 4 B 2 C 2

FORSALEBUYERSOVER$370,000

OpenHome:ByAppointment HarveyNhan–0432558881

ENJOY THE HIGH LIFE

WITH construction well underway on the first few stages at Highgrove, excited future residents are starting to see their new community taking shape.

With over 150 lots already sold, Highgrove is proving to be a favourite among the growing Clyde North community.

Highgrove is designed with family and community in mind, merging the best of traditional living with harmonious neighbourhood planning.

With a strong emphasis on community and open spaces, Highgrove unites four

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precincts around a beautifully landscaped central park while smaller parks are nestled within the heart of each precinct. The future parks nestled within the Highgrove community will provide attractive, functional surrounds for a range of community activities from local market days to casual sporting events or an idyllic backdrop for a weekend picnic.

Knitting these parklands together is a local off road recreational loop which is perfect for walking, running, or cycling. The thoughtfully considered layout of

Highgrove ensures there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle connected to nature and the community.

Due to high demand, Highgrove’s latest stage - The Mountjoy Release has just been announced to the public and is on sale now. This exciting new land release offers a variety of land sizes to suit all purchasers; with land ranging from 220m2 to an impressive 653m2 customers are sure to find their ideal block. Conveniently located only moments away

from Highgrove’s central neighbourhood park, future residents will be able to enjoy a range of recreational facilities as well as elevated views of the Dandenong Ranges. With a small selection of park fronted lots available, demand for this new land release will be high.

For more information on Highgrove visit www.highgrove.com.au contact Linda on 1800 444 447 or visit the Highgrove sales and information centre on the corner of Berwick-Cranbourne and Patterson’s roads, (Melway ref 134 K7).

Arbor at Cherrington Estate is a perfect beginning for those who are seeking a bright future where space, afordability and lifestyle are essential

OFFICER GRANDVUE NORTH SIDE Princes Highway, Officer Melway 215 E4 Sales Office Open 7 Days 11am - 5pm

PHONE: 1300 737 851

www.grandvue.com.au

DANDENONG

POSTCODE 3175

Attention all developers.

This rare opportunity is a vacant corner block of 925 square metres with 18.29 metre frontage.

It is zoned RGZ1 (residential growth zone) and is situated in one of Central Dandenong’s finest streets, offering unrivalled potential to develop multilevel apartments or multiple townhouses. This blue chip location in

the heart of Dandenong overlooks Dandenong Park and just a short stroll into the CBD, Plaza, schools and train station.

BARRY PLANT, DANDENONG, 9706 7455 ARI OINONEN, 0402 349 644 69 PULTNEY STREET

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BUSINESS SOUTH-EAST

New order focus to motivate

By CASEY NEILL

GREATER Dandenong Chamber of Commerce unveiled its ‘new world order’ at its first breakfast for the year.

The event at Sandown Greyhounds in Springvale on 13 May marked the start of the Premier Regional Business Awards’ 25th and final year.

MC James Sturgess said four breakfast events would culminate in a finale celebration early next year, for which he has grand plans for a 500-guest dinner held in Greater Dandenong.

But rather than presenting three nominees for the Premier Regional Business Awards at each breakfast, Mr Sturgess will this year highlight a previous award winner and a new business.

Breakfasts next year will still highlight business success and foster networking, he said, but guest speakers would become a focus.

Dandenong Pavilion was the first previous winner put in the spotlight.

Owner Dani Zeini started the business in December 2006 on a Princes Highway site that had been home to a wedding venue and restaurants including Denny’s and The Keg.

Mr Zeini had been “bouncing from cafe to cafe” and decided to go out on his own.

“We just love being in the industry and we love the venue. We thought it had a lot of potential,” he said.

“I bit off more than I could chew.

“We had to change the culture of dining in Dandenong.

“We’re really lucky people respond to what we’re doing.”

They won the food category in the 2013 Victorian Australian Small Business Champion Awards and went on to win the national title.

“We just went there to have a weekend away in Sydney and a couple of free beers,” Mr Zeini said.

CEO puts money where his mouth is

THERE’S no doubt that City of Greater Dandenong CEO John Bennie supports local businessin more ways than one.

His focus had been on European food until a trip to the US sparked a burger awakening.

“I had a burger and it was just like a sledgehammer to the face,” he said.

The Pavilion also moved away from a pizza and pasta focus to avoid direct competition with the growing number of new eateries in Dandenong.

“If you want Italian, go to Beletti. If you want something else, come to us,” he said.

“We regularly have staff meetings at Ginger Jones. You need to have options.

“There’s plenty to go round, I think it’s really good for the area.”

Mr Zeini has opened two inner city venues and has a refurbishment planned for Dandenong.

New kid on the block Brendan D’Amelio and brother in law Bert Glinka opened specialty coffee shop Young Uncles in Thomas Street, Dandenong, last year.

They had used the cafe space for storage after purchasing neighbouring Uncles Smallgoods but were “struggling to find a decent coffee” and decided to make their own.

“We figured ‘If it doesn’t succeed we’ll get a good coffee anyway’,” Mr D’Amelio said.

Before buying Uncles from its retiring owners they had been working in the corporate world and running a food van at festivals on the side.

“We just weren’t really engaged in our professions,” Mr D’Amelio said.

“We were selling the sausages that we now produce.”

They now use almost 20 kilograms of coffee a week - after initially setting a goal of selling 50 coffees a week.

“We had very conservative numbers. They have been blown out of the water,” Mr D’Amelio said.

“Come on down and get your smallgoods.”

BUSINESS PROFILE

Tom

taps

A NARRE Warren student was the first nominee for this year’s Greater Dandenong Chamber of CommerceYouth Enterprise Award.

Chisholm IT and computer systems manager Joe D’Amico said Tom Cunningham started computer systems engineering studies in 2013, had above average grades and was a great leader.

He said the 21-year-old was one of two students selected from across Australia to work at the Cisco live conference in 2014.

Mr D’Amico said the twoweek work opportunity was a significant achievement.

“It really acknowledged all the hard work that he’d put in,” he said.

Tom said there were endless opportunities in information and communications technology (ICT) across various job sectors, from health to engineering and finance.

in to IT’s opportunities

“Believe it or not I’ve had a burger or two at The PavilionandI’vehadacoffee or two or three or four atYoung Uncles,” he said.

Mr Bennie was the chamber breakfast’s guest speaker, and highlighted the advocacy work the council had been involved with through partnerships with business and community groups.

He was disappointed that the State Government recalled $80 million from the $110 million the previous government committed to the Port of Hastings.

“That suggests nothing much further will happen,” he said.

Mr Bennie said the project could have been delivered by 2030 but now expects that to blow out by a decade.

He expected the port to bring $4 billion a year to the region by 2050 - so the delay means a $40 billion shortfall.

“Where else can we acquire $4 billion per annum in economic benefit?” he said.

Mr Bennie said traffic measures to combat congestion around Abbotts Road and Remington Drive in Dandenong South were on the agenda.

The council is also working with the “newlyelected can-do government” on EastLink entry and exit ramps at Bangholme Road.

“I want to gain as much job experience as I can and make a good name for myself,” Tom said. He wants to continue to learn new skills, and to work overseas to grow professionally and personally.

New treatment for incontinence

ENDEAVOUR Hills Medical Centre at 61 Heatherton Road, Endeavour Hills, offers comprehensive, professional and friendly services.

Practice manager Catrina Cincotta said the centre had state-ofthe-art facilities and prided itself on giving the best possible services and experience to patients.

Practice Nurse Alison Lee has just added a new treatment for incontinence and pelvic floor rehabilitation.

“EndeavourHillsMedicalCentre has offered this service since March and we are having some amazing success for many male and female patients,” she said.

“Many patients who have undergone the treatment have reported

marked improvements in their incontinence and this can be lifechanging.

“The patient is assessed for suitability of this treatment by one of our GPs and receives a course of treatment which is painless, noninvasive and at no cost to the patient.

Each treatment sessions involves 20 minutes of magnetic pelvic floor stimulation for which the fully clothed patient remains comfortably seated on the Neotonus TM chair. A therapeutic pulsed magnetic field produces powerful stimulation to vital muscles that cannot be activated through pelvic floor exercise alone.

She said until recently this treatment was variable through specialists such as urologists and gynecologists.

Its effectiveness for many people encouraged Endeavour Hills Medical Centre to acquire the equipment to offer this service to patients.

Many people suffer incontinence to some degree and it is most common in women after childbirth and also for older women and men.

The centre constantly strives to offer the latest and best possible service and experience to patients. Doctors and staff regularly undertake various courses and training for continuing professional development.

Endeavour Hills Medical Centre now has eight doctors, both male and female, and offers total family care, immunisation, women’s health, men’s health, pediatrics, treatment room facilities, minor sur-

gery, shared care obstetrics, chronic disease management, counselling, mental health and incontinence treatment.

There is also on-site pharmacy, pathology and allied health services.

Endeavour Hills Medical Centre staff recognise the patient as being the most important person in the practice and all staff members work in an ethical and responsible manner, in an environment of teamwork, with mutual respect for each other’s abilities and functions.

Endeavour Hills Medical Centre is open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 7pm and Saturday 9am to noon, except Sundays and public holidays.

For further information please phone 9700 7777.

Mr Bennie also reported progress on pleas for traffic lights at the dangerous Robinson Street and Princes Highway intersection. The council has allocated a $400,000 “sweetener” for the project. –CASEY NEILL

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Pitch in for showtime

PLANNING has commenced for the 2015 Doveton Show and the committee is calling on local residents to lend a hand.

The Doveton Show has grown and developed into a popular community event.

The 2015 event is scheduled for September at Myuna Farm.

The 10th anniversary show in 2014 attracted more than 20,000 visitors.

Chairman of the Doveton Show Committee Pam Lewis said families from far and wide came together in Doveton to experience a wide variety of attractions, demonstrations, rides, showbags and entertainment.

“The concept of a gold coin donation per person for entry into the event is key feature to ensure it remains a low cost alternative for local families compared to the Royal Melbourne Show which is held during the same time each year,“ Mrs Lewis said.

“The Doveton Show provides an opportunity for local residents, sporting or community groups and local businesses to fund-raise or benefit from increased promotion and awareness of what is available in their own neighbourhood.“

She said the annual event was a community driven initiative that needed local people to get involved in the planning and delivery stages.

Skills that would be particularly welcome include administration, customer service, event management, website monitoring/ development, marketing and promotion, entertainment audio/ staging and the arts and crafts.

“Many hands make light work and there are fantastic benefits for those who volunteer their time on show day, or in

WHAT’S ON

Animals invade the market

Thousands of people attended last year’s Doveton Show.

the lead-up to this amazing community event.“

The Doveton Show annual general meeting will be held at Myuna Farm at

FROM crocodiles and alpacas to mummy and baby rabbits, animals will take over the Dandenong market over five themed days throughout May, turning the market place into the ultimate destination for future farmers and budding zoologists.

■ Every Sunday in May, 11am to 3pm in the Market Square Dandenong. Amazing reptiles will take over on May 24 and cow milking will be available on 31 May.

Relay for Life

THE City of Greater Dandenong’s 2015 Relay for Life is already in planning and the team is hoping to get new members to raise money for the Cancer Council.

■ Saturday 10 October, 3pm start to Sunday

11 October 9am finish. Ross Reserve Athletics Track, Memorial Drive, Noble Park.

Autumn retreat

THE changing of seasons can be a time for reflection so join the Open Door creative centre for spirituality for a day of meditation, music, poetry and writings.

■ Sunday 31 May, 9.30am to 2.30pm, the Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Suggested Donation is $10 which includes a light lunch. Spaces are limited book now on 9791 8664.

Bird expo

VICTORIA and Australia will again flock to the Mornington Peninsula Aviculture Society for the annual skye bird sale and expo where there will be a traders’ exhibition of cages, food, seed and bird products and accessories.

■ State Dog Centre, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye. Sunday 31 May, 9.30am.

Scottish and Celtic Heritage Day

THE 13th annual Scottish and Celtic Heritage Day will be jam packed with a photography competition, Clydesdale classes, Scottish dogs match, Welsh black cattle display and Shetland, Highland and Celtic ponies. Includes a raffle on the day, a sausage sizzle and Devonshire tea.

■ Dandenong Showgrounds, Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street, Dandenong. Sunday 31 May, 10am to 3pm. Entry forms available at www.dandyshow.com.au or phone 9794 0562 for general Inquiries.

Library Toddler Time

THESE free sessions are designed to help children aged two to three to develop their imagination and vocabulary and find a love

Road rage window smashed

POLICE have urged witnesses to come forward after a harrowing Devon Meadows road rage incident in which a motorbike rider smashed the windscreen of a car with his helmet in daylight.

It’s believed many people were in the area when the motorbike rider tried to run the victim and his wife off Fisheries Road, forcing the driver to pull over the car around 11.45am on Monday 6 April.

The rider then took off his helmet and shattered the car’s windscreen with it, before threatening the driver and his wife.

Police spokesperson said there were people on the side of the road at the time who may have seen the motor-bike’s licence plate.

“Something of this magnitude is quite rare,” he said.

“Usually it’s a kick to the side of the car, but the extent he’s gone to is quite out of the ordinary.

7pm on Wednesday 20 May.

“We would love to see some new local people become involved, even if only for a limited amount of time,“ said Mrs Lewis.

For further information on the Doveton Show email info@dovetonshow.org.au or visit www.dovetonshow.org.au.

Africa’s got talent

A TALENT competition will open to young African Australian artists in conjunction with Africa Australia Day and the Victorian Multicultural Commission. The doors will open to anyone who would like to showcase their talents in their community. First, second and third prizes will be awarded by a panel of judges.

■ Saturday 23 May 2015, 1pm to 3pm, Drum Theatre 226 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. A nominal entry fee of $10 for performers can be purchased on the day at the Drum Theatre.

for books and reading.

Toddler Time also helps carers to learn songs, finger plays and nursery rhymes to enjoy at home.

■ Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale, and Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong, on Mondays at 10.30am. Bookings are not required. The sessions don’t run on school or public holidays. Call 1300 630 920 for more information.

Neighbourhood Watch

A PUBLIC forum with guest speaker Victoria Police Assistant Commissioner Luke Cornelius will be held with time allowed for residents to ask questions.

■ Rooms three and four, Paddy O`Donoghue Centre, 18-34 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Wednesday 20 May, 7.30pm to 9pm.

Enviro aware

FRIENDS of Fotheringham Reserve Environmental Group is running an environmental awareness day on the fourth Sunday of each month.

Participants can check the water,plant indigenous seedlings, control weeds, collect seeds and take nature walks.

■ Fotheringham Reserve,Pyke Street,Dandenong. Sunday 24 May at 10am.

Stitching Our Stories

ASYLUM seekers and refugees attending Wellsprings for Women used printed patterns, textures and text to create a book that reflects on their past and helps them take charge of their story, culture and future education.

■ Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. 1 to 29 May from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday and noon to 4pm on the first Sunday of the month. Email heritagehill@cgd.vic.gov.au or call 9793 4511 for more information.

Conversation Circle

MAKE new friends and practice English in a friendly, relaxed and safe environment. Dandenong Library hosts sessions for people with low to intermediate English levels on Thursdays from 6pm to 7.30pm. No bookings are required. It has sessions for people with advanced levels on Tuesdays, 6pm to 7.30pm. Bookings and prior assessment are required. Springvale Library hosts sessions for people with low to intermediate English skills on Tuesdays from 10.30am to 11.30am and Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 8.30pm. No bookings are required.

■ Dandenong Library, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale.

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Call 1300 630 920 or see library staff for bookings or more information.

Park run

PARTICIPATE with more than 100 others in a free five-kilometre timed event every Saturday morning.

The event caters for serious runners and for those wanting a jog or even a walk.

■ Saturdays at 8am at Berwick Springs, visit the Berwick Springs parkrun website for more information.

Grief support

KEYSBOROUGH Learning Centre will host Rainbows for the Children of Australia’s after school program to help kids deal with death, divorce and more.

■ Keysborough Learning Centre, 402 Corrigan Road, Keysborough. Tuesdays during terms two and four,4.30pm to 5.30pm. Bookings are essential. Register interest on 9798 7005, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.

Adult computer and English classes LEARN English with the Springvale Men’s Shed.

Classes range from beginners through to level three accredited courses in English or take a beginner course in computers at the Springvale Library.

■ Springvale Neighbourhood House, 1-3 Lightwood Road. Call 9574 6399 or email literacy@ snh.org.au for more information.

Green thumbs

THE Springvale Garden Club will discuss ‘how to construct a terrarium’ with special guest speaker Norm Gerraty.

■ Senior Citizens Hall, The Crescent, Springvale. Wednesday 20 May. Doors open 7.30pm for a 8pm start. Cost is $2 which includes trading table, supper and door prizes. For further information contact Cheryl Johnson on 9551 3197.

Cooking with dad

KIDS and their dads can learn how to cook healthy meals, spend some quality time together and strengthen their relationships as they meet other families and learn life skills as a team.

The Cook it With Dad program is an opportunity for fathers and children to experience cooking together.

■ Selandra Family and Children’s Centre, 45 Haflinger Avenue, Clyde North, Saturday 21 February to Saturday 12 December, 10.30am to noon. Registration is essential. To register contact City of Casey on 9705 5200 or email dadsmatter@casey.vic.gov.au.

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Over that Broncos’ hump

By JARROD POTTER

SIDELINED for most of his final year of NCAA college eligibility, Endeavour Hills’ basketball prodigy Anthony Drmic was relieved to earn one last season at Boise State University.

After an arduous wait, Drmic was granted a medical hardship waiver to play a fifth and final year of college basketball after losing most of 2014 to a season-ending ankle injury.

Drmic thought his application would be granted, but still sweated on the wait to find out his college fate.

“We were pretty confident I was going to be granted the fifth year as I ticked all the boxes to get it, but when we finally got confirmation a few days before the announcement it was a relief to know 100 per cent I was coming back,” Drmic said.

Bowing out of the Mountain West Conference season in June last year, after his ankle finally gave way and required surgery, the 23-year-old Boise State senior didn’t know if his 12-point effort against St Mary’s would be the

end to his four-year college journey.

Traditionally a college athlete is only allowed to play four seasons in the NCAA system and Drmic had exhausted those years with the Broncoswhich included a NCAA Tournament appearance in 2013 under Leon Rice.

Missing out on what should have been his last season at Boise State was frustrating to say the least for the 198cm guard/forward as his destiny remained up in the air.

“I was obviously very disappointed that I could not continue playing as I thought it was going to be my last season and I really wanted to go out with a bang and end my career successfully,” Drmic said.

“The thought of not ending it the right way would have been a bit sad.”

Thankfully Drmic’s exemption has given him the chance to farewell Boise State properly and he hopes to repay the Broncos faithful with a massive year on court - hopefully pushing the

blue-and-orange brigade to a few wins at the famous March Madness tournament.

“Next year will be huge in terms of what my team can accomplish and what I could possibly set myself up for,” Drmic said.

“I really want to win another Mountain West title and get over the hump and win some games in March during the tournament.

“On a personal level I just hope I can come back and be as good as I

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know I can be, whatever comes with that is just icing on the cake.”

Having a full tilt at a college season has been a rarity for Drmic and he can see the positives coming out of his injury-decimated 2014, as he’s given a fresh start for one last campaign.

“It really is going to be amazing not being injured and heading into a season just ready to go,” Drmic said.

“I think this year might of been a blessing… I really was much more injured than many people even know.

“I actually also fractured my transverse process in my back, which led to some muscle and nerve injuries.

“Playing at 60 per cent just wasn’t fun anymore so the thought of being back to 100 per cent is just exciting.”

He enters the season as Boise State’s current highest scorer and seventh overall in the history of the college with 1,528 points.

Drmic’s Broncos will start their NCAA D1 campaign in November.

Time to... Get Carter

By RUSSELL BENNETT

ANTHONY Carter is a name many aren’t familiar with yet, but that could all be about to change.

The 20-year-old forward from Dandenong North is already achieving big things with his soccer club, CFR Cluj in Romania’s Liga 1, and has theAustralian green and gold on his mind in the coming years.

He signed his first professional contract at just 18-years-of-age, but it’s hardly all been smooth sailing for the electric goal scorer.

Carter has not long returned from a full knee reconstruction and has had to make his way back through a reserve role.

“Just getting some game time is very satisfying, but I’m looking forward to more,” he told the Journal.

“This season is nearly finished but I just want to play as much as I can before it ends.

“I had a great start to the year but last year was very tough due to my injury.

“My long-term goals are to break into the starting 11 next season, play as much as I can, score goals and hopefully get seen by theAustralian national team selectors - I’d love to represent my country.”

Born in Sunbury in 1994, Carter was introduced to ‘the beautiful game’ by some of his childhood friends. He has since gone on to play for Kingston; Box Hill United, Melbourne Phoenix, Vincenza, Parma in Italy, and ‘The Railwaymen’

- the Transylvania-based CFR Cluj. He is fast, technical, can shoot with both left and right feet, and is particularly strong with his back to goal.

And Carter admits to being an unabashed fan of two of the biggest superstars of the sport - Paris SaintGermain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic,

and Brazilian icon Ronaldo.

“All the attackers in my position help me to learn more and become a better player,” he said.

And that relentless pursuit of excellence is exactly what has him so well placed to become more of a household name in the future. Watch this space.

Australian Shukokai Karate martial artists (in no particular order) Rahal Mysore, Mitch Tielan, James Davis, Beau Davies, Daniel Tielan, Matthew Tielan, Emily Butcher, Kit Fullinfaw and Ennio Anselmi excelled at the Australian Open Karate Championships last month. 138409

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ANOTHER stellar outing at the recently held Australian Open Karate Championships showed Dandenong’s Australian Shukokai Karate claim a plethora of medals.

The Alan Murdoch Shukokai dojo excelled at the event - held last

in Sydney - as the likes of Rahal Mysore, Mitch Tielan, James Davis, Beau Davies, Daniel Tielan, Matthew Tielan, Emily Butcher competed, placing highly at the national competition.

Davis relished the competition in partic-

winning the Veteran’s Kumite 4-1 to claim his first Australian Open victory.

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JOCs hold pedal to the metal

By JARROD POTTER

SIX-NIL… it’s been an emphatic start to theVAFA season for St John’s as the Old Collegians rolled yet another contender in Division 2.

While Old Paradians came close to upsetting the JOCs’ unbeaten start to the year, in the end a six-goal spree in the last term proved too much for the visitors to counter.

Despite the final score-line this was never a walk in the park for the JOCs, who had to battle tooth and nail to upset the Raiders by 28 points.

St John’s defence held a slender lead throughout the majority of the match as Carson Strobel and Rhys Dyker dominated the opposing centres.

Strobel battered his way through to rack up the clearances while Manny Jakwot and Daniel Cattolico toiled all match against a vertically impressive Paradians’ outfit.

But eventually St John’s put the

ammo back in the Amateurs, as the forward line started lighting it up and kicking straighter.

After heading into the main break at 5.10 (40) Greater Dandenong’s finest Amateurs found their range and kicked the lights out.

Relishing the dry football was Aaron Thornton (five goals) - who had lace-out reception from the likes of Strobel, Glenn Costas and Kane Arnold.

His was the major tipping point through a barren third-quarter in the JOC’s forward line as he snagged all three-goals-one of the side’s scoring.

Corey Ely (three goals) also had the ball on a string in the second half, slotting a pair of match-tipping goals to push the JOCs out by 30.

Coach Ben McGee thought Ely,Anthony Brannan and 100-gamer Adam Bourchier all stood up in the crunch moments and the boys have kept the hammer down strongly throughout the first six weeks.

“It’s a great feeling and we said we

were going to be a club that strived to get early wins,” McGee said.

“I said that at the club launch… and being an organised club, we’ve been able to facilitate some really positive results.

“But we don’t want to take the foot off the pedal - we just want to keep making sure the next challenge is always on our minds and next week there’s always another game of footy to win.”

In another top-of-the-ladder showdown, first place St John’s battles third ranked Eltham Collegians away on Saturday.

MASALA’S run of form in Division 4 continues to trend downwards, with Box Hill North delivering a 126-point barrage. Despite kicking 11 goals of their own, the Tigers’ defence could not match pace with the visitors, who slammed on 31 of their own through Daniel Penny (11 goals)

in particular.

For Masala, Josh Kyle (four goals) led the way while Zachary Kelly and Jordan Toikalkin were also in the best.

Sitting 10th in the 11-team division, Masala will hope to double its wins this season when it heads to Westbourne Grammarians.

The hungry years are over Stingrays strike hard and fast

By JARROD POTTER

SHOOTING the Jets out of the sky, Dandenong Stingrays had the game on their terms in a 78-point blitzkrieg.

Outside of a 10-minute burst in the second term where Western rallied to bag three goals in quick succession, it was a match played solely on Dandenong’s terms as Craig Black’s charges bagged 23 goals.

Even with a number of major outs for school football and through injury, the Stingrays showed they are one of the sides-to-beat this year with a scintillating effort at Shepley Oval.

Heading into the main break with 12 goals against their name, Dandenong was able to rest some of theirVic Country contenders and pushed the likes of Jake Di Pasquale, Brad Kiely and Mitch Cox more through the centre.

At no stage did the Stingrays consider cantering home - with lightning fast defender Jordan Rouse creating the play of the day with a run-down tackle in the goal square to prevent a goal on the three-quarter-time siren.

The Saturday sun shined lovingly down on James Freeman (six goals), who continued his rampaging start to his first full TAC Cup season. The lively forward - already up to 14 goals in 2015 - has showed no signs of slowing down, despite returning from a serious knee injury last season.

Working in unison with Freeman, Myles Poholke (three goals) has started pushing his name up the rankings in the TAC Cup while Lachie Williams, Kurt Mutimer and Bailey Rice all floated forward at different stages to add hardness to the contest.

Wearing the Dandenong jumpers for the first time, Phillip Raso (from Devon Meadows) and Jordan Stewart (Beaconsfield) showed they are capable at this level. Raso’s intensity at the contest and ability to jump under pressure will have definitely kept him in the coach’s mind for next round.

Black was thrilled to see his charges continue the form from last week that

earned them one of the biggest scalps of the year.

“We were really pleased, any day you can walk away with a 13-goal win you’re pretty happy,” Black said.

Part of a four-team logjam from second to fifth on the TAC Cup ladder, the Stingrays sit comfortably in fourth with a 5-2 record heading into the bye.

Dandenong hosts Northern Knights on Saturday 30 May from 11.30am after a Development Weekend bye.

In other Stingrays news, a number of players are set to be announced in the finalVic Country squad, which takes on Vic Metro in a blockbuster at Simonds Stadium from 11am on Sunday.

By JARROD POTTER

IN THE first of many next-door neighbour battles, Keysborough took the initial honours over Springvale Districts.

Adding its sixth win in a row to kick-start its SFL Division-2 campaign, the Burra was a class above the Demons in all respects as they booted onwards to a 53-point triumph.

The Burra booted away in the final term as Demons’ defence grew weary. Tyson King (eight goals) pushed his way in front of the Division-2 goal kicking - having snagged 32 already this year - and was a handful for anyone who went near him.

Daniel Morland, Will Gayfer and Geoff Humphries all excelled to give the Burra first touch whileWaata Wells barrelled his way through the midfield in his usual manner to excellent reception.

It leaves the Burra atop the table for another week to finally give the Burra Brigade something to cheer about after five lean years in Casey Cardinia.

son (three goals) continues to labour for his Eagles week-in, week-out without enough help around him.

Keysborough hosts Highett, Springvale Districts heads to Caulfield while Doveton Eagles host Heatherton.

AN ABSOLUTE shootout unfolded at Barry Simon Reserve as Lyndale clawed its way back into the match against Endeavour Hills.

The Falcons soared early on the back of its mountainous forwards - Shane Peake and Daniel Morrison (five goals each). Jarryd Burke shone through the centre to earn a best afield nod while Nathan Crutchley and Cade Marshall also continued their stellar starts to 2015.

While it appeared the Pumas were done-and-dusted - by conceding a 49-point margin at half-time - the visitors rallied to boot nine goals in the third term to bring the gap back down dramatically. Dale Tormey (five goals) is on track for a league best-and-fairest after another sensational effort while Ali Rexhepi and Phillip Ross also shone.

Hallam made a mockery of Dandenong under lights, with the battle of the bottom sides going to the Hawks in a 32-point triumph.

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It will be hard for Doveton Eagles to stay up in the second flight this season after another loss - this time a 53-point defeat at the hands of Oakleigh District - leaves the Eagles winless after six rounds.

Sandown was bested by Black Rock 8.7 (55) to 15.23 (119).

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Rangers show their hunger

By JARROD POTTER

HOWEVER they assemble the roster, with players coming in and out from injury and unavailability, it doesn’t seem to affect the juggernaut that is Rangers’ women’s basketball, with the girls racing to a 88-64 win over Sandringham.

Without Amelia Todhunter and Rachael Antoniadou, the guard duties were left to Aimie Clydesdale.

Putting her hand up to coach Larissa Anderson - not just for the winter season, but potentially into the WNBL season as well - Clydesdale showed she’s a starting point ready to flourish whatever the standard.

She knocked down 32 points - with 3-6 from long-range - and stole the show from Sandringham’s experienced tandem Alice Kunek (16 points) and Brittany Smart (15).

In league with superstar centre Jacinta Kennedy (25 points, 10 rebounds) and another great all-round effort from Clare Papavs (7 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists) - the Rangers proved too powerful for the Sabres as the scoreboard continually lit up, even after Anderson started rotating the bench.

Chloe Bibby (8 points, 8 rebounds) and Najvade George (2 points) showed the teens are just as capable as their elder team mates as all Rangers excelled on home-court.

The staggering disparity in rebounds - 47-17 Dandenong’s way - showed Anderson her side was keen to attack and ready to fight ahead after half-time.

“It’s pretty good isn’t it - the rebounding for us is a huge thing as it means we’re hungry for the ball,” Anderson said.

“Kept them to 23 points in the second half, which was a really good effort as they’ve got some really potent offensive weapons on that team.

“I was much happier with the defensive effort in the second half and the boards reflect that.”

Even with injuries across the board - including Tenaya Phillips (3 points) leaving the game with a sore ribs and a suspected concussion after colliding in a rebounding contest - Anderson thought it was exceptional that the rest of her line-up is able to step in seamlessly and continue the good form.

To cap off the stellar night forAnderson’s Rangers, she reintroducedAmanda

Hobba to the playing line-up.

That might not seem significant on the surface - only getting 77 seconds on court - but considering Hobba gave birth to her second child in late March, it was an amazing effort to get back into the Rangers’roster.

“She’s just an immediate presence,” Anderson said.

“She’s Dandenong through and through and works so hard and is the loudest on the bench, first at training and just wants to get in there.

“She’s so team focused, it’s just nice to be able to get her back out there.”

Flying on top of the SEABL East Conference, with a 7-12 record, the Rangers head up the highway to Ballarat to face the Rush from 6pm on Saturday before hosting Hobart on Sunday afternoon.

The Rangers’ men didn’t fare as well down in Tasmania, as North West knocked off Dandenong 87-71. Chris Patton (26 points, 11 rebounds) led the Rangers along with Daequon Montreal (15 points).

Though we never thought that he could lose

By MICHAEL FLOYD

FERNANDO Bale cemented his claim as Australia’s finest sprinter with an emphatic win in the $145,000 group 1 Harrison-Dawson at Sandown Park on Thursday evening.

After recording the second fastest time ever run at Sandown Park in last week’s heat, Fernando Bale drew the coveted box 1 for the final and was immediately posted record $1.15 favourite with tab.com.au.

Remarkably, he was backed into $1.05 - also a record - and didn’t disappoint those who took the short odds. Showing his trade mark exceptional speed at box rise, Fernando Bale had opened a twolength break on the field within meters of the start and was three lengths clear leaving the straight. That margin had opened to more than five lengths down the back

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straight and while the gallant Weston East ran on bravely to reduce the margin to three lengths, Fernando Bale would not be denied his third group-1 victory.

His time of 29.14 was the fastest ever recorded from box 1 and

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took three lengths off the race record. Amazingly, it was just the fourth fastest time Fernando Bale had recorded at Sandown Park.

“It’s amazing what good box manners and early toe can do,” his handler, George Dailly said.

“He just performs every week, you just can’t say that about most other dogs.”

The win was Fernando Bale’s ninth consecutive victory - all in top grade and all in the best time of the night - and took his career prize money to $517,390.

As well as building a formidable race record - he holds sectional records at the country’s three premier metropolitan tracks to go with his 17 race wins - Fernando Bale has won the admiration of the greyhound racing public, with a large crowd of eager onlookers gathered in the parade yard before and after the race to catch a glimpse of the striking white and brindle chaser.

“Nothing fazes him, he’s a total professional,” Dailly said.

Fernando Bale’s next assignment is the $36,000 group 3 Bill Collins at Sandown Park on Thursday evening.

NATIONAL PREMIER LEAGUES

13 unlucky for Thunder

By JARROD POTTER

NPL

DANDENONG Thunder suffered devastating back-to-back losses this week, with its mid-week catch-up fixture against reigning premiers South Melbourne a 0-5 bloodbath, before conceding another six goals against Heidelberg United.

The Thunder sit 13th out of 14 in NPL and remain in the sights of relegation.A win is crucial this weekend as Dandenong faces Werribee City on Saturday night from 7pm.

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DANDENONG City moved into sixth with a 3-1 dissection of Nunawading City.

Ash Cattermole returned from injury and instantly impressed with a bag of two goals.

Despite John-Luc Silvestri reducing the deficit early in the second half, Dandenong City pushed back through Senahid Tokalic.

Coming off the bench, Tokalic finished the job in the 81st minute to give the visitors their seventh win of the season and stay up the pointy end of the NPL1 East ladder.

While Springvale White Eagles was humbled 1-4 by Richmond SC on Friday night.

Fernando Bale continues to dominate greyhound racing with yet another superb win on Thursday evening at Sandown.

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Liberty gets a liberal cut

By ALISTAIR KENNEDY

THE imminent departure of Australia’s previous market-leading Ford Falcon and Holden Commodore family cars is opening up opportunities for a variety of mid-sized sedans that have previously sat in their sales shadow.

One of the best-known of these contenders is the Subaru Liberty which has been on sale here continuously since 1989.

The latest, sixth generation, model was released late in 2014 with some styling changes, engine tweaks and extra equipment.

But the biggest news is some serious pricecutting that has seen Subaru Liberty drop below the $30,000-mark for the first time in more than 15 years.

That $29,990 model is the entry-level 2.5idown $3000 against the outgoing equivalent gen five Liberty.

There are even bigger savings in the other two variants with the price of the 2.5i Premium cut by $4000 to $35,490; and the 3.6R now selling for $41,990.

That’s a whopping $14,000 down on the previous model. Additionally, all variants also come with extra features that increase the value equation.

Commenting on these dramatic price cuts Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior, explained that a number of factors had prompted the shift: “Most notably the exchange rate, the Japanese Free Trade Agreement and more efficient manufacturing, driving reduced costs.”

The new Liberty range has been cut back to just three models compared to the 10 of the previous model.

The Liberty wagon, including the Exiga seven-seater, has now been deleted - no real surprise as most wagon buyers had already switched to either the Outback or Forester.

Also gone are the Liberty GT and X.

While earlier Libertys have tended to be a bit on the bland side, the more recent models have a classy look and can hold their own with the best of their competitors.

Styling changes for the gen-six model are minor, with a new more subtle front grille and raised rear quarter panels which provide a more muscular look.

Attractive 18-inch alloys are now standard on all variants.

Those moving out of larger cars will be impressed with the Liberty’s interior space which has increased marginally in all directions.

It also feels larger with the A-pillar now further forward, a new front quarter window and lowered dashboard.

The rear seats have been raised by 10mm to improve passenger visibility and there’s excellent rear leg and headroom.

The 493-litre boot is well-shaped although the access space is relatively small. The spare wheel is full sized.

In addition to the standard range of safety features, all Liberty models now come with Subaru’s

Model range

Liberty 2.5i four-door sedan: $29,990 (CVT automatic)

Liberty 2.5i Premium four-door sedan: $35,490 (CVT automatic)

Liberty 3.6R four-door sedan: $41,990 (CVT automatic)

EyeSight driver assist system that provides adaptive cruise control; lane departure warning; lead vehicle start alert (a clever feature in stop/start traffic that alerts a dozy driver when the vehicle in front has moved off); pre-collision braking and brake assist system; and pre-collision throttle management.

As with almost all Subaru models the Liberty comes with all-wheel drive, hill hold and reversing camera.

New Liberty has a five-star ANCAP rating with its points tally of 35.99 (out of a maximum possible 37) being the highest ever by any Subaru.

Subaru is one of these carmakers who attract loyal customers and they’re sure to be joined by plenty of converts with Liberty’s combination of value and quality.

Inquire at Subaru Fountain Gate, 1 Prestige Place, Narre Warren. Phone 9771 4500.

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