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Time machine is backdrop to the future AFTER two months of sewing, painting, building and line learning the students of Silverton Primary School are fast approaching their opening night. This year the school is presenting Back to the Future live on stage for family and friends on Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 August. The play will include a filmed backdrop featuring a hired DeLorean DMC-12 car as the play’s time machine. During filming the stars of the play Matthew, playing Marty, Isobel, playing Jennifer, and Lachlan, playing the Professor, got to take photos with the car and even pretended to go for a spin. 142454 Picture: GARY SISSONS

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A MAN stands accused of looting the former Dandenong Library site of about 100 kilograms of copper tubing while he was on bail for six commercial burglaries. Mathew Leigh Horsfield, 34, applied for bail on Monday over fresh charges of burglary at the demolition site in Stuart Street, where he also allegedly stole a wheelie bin and two sets of keys. He was also charged with possession of ice, dangerous driving, driving without an interlock device, committing an indictable offence while on bail, and a suspected pro-

ceeds-of-crime charge. Police alleged Horsfield made full admissions to entering the library through a roof cavity on 21 July and removing copper tubing used for the building’s fire service. About 7.30am workers at the library demolition site tried to block Horsfield’s rented van from driving out of a nearby car park. Dandenong Magistrates’ Court was told Horsfield tried to drive around the workers’ vehicle but crashed into it and caused “considerable damage” to both cars. Horsfield allegedly that day sold the copper tubing to unknown scrap metal dealers in Dandenong for $1100 cash

- though the accused admitted to selling it for “roughly $450”. Detectives searched the unemployed accused’s home that day, seizing $15,000 worth of suspected stolen goods including dishwashers, washing machines, cooktops, building supplies and a CFA jacket, the court was told. They also seized $1100 cash - believed to be proceeds from selling the copper, a small amount of methamphetamine as well as the keys and wheelie bin. Horsfield allegedly told police he couldn’t remember where most of the seized items came from. He said they were probably bought

by him off the Gumtree online trading site, though he had no such receipts, he said. At the time Horsfield was on bail with a night curfew for six commercial burglaries and thefts, ice possession, drink-driving while driving without an interlock, and failing to appear on bail. Police alleged Horsfield’s ice addiction was costing him about $200 a day. Magistrate Barry Schultz said the bail application was line-ball, weighing up Horsfield’s ice-fuelled re-offending with available treatment on a CREDIT bail program. He said Horsfield’s driving offences were a significant public safety issue,

and had committed a serious burglary two months after being granted bail. “In my view he has shown a degree of contempt for a previous granting of bail.” Mr Schultz also took into account that Horsfield was likely facing a short jail term with a community corrections order. He placed Horsfield on bail with a night curfew, thrice-weekly reporting to police, and a ban on driving and on drug-use. “If you come back (to court) you will not get bail a second time around.” Horsfield is due to next appear at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 24 August.

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Call for thaw in hot fight against drugs By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS THE war on drugs has failed - it’s time for a new approach. Panellists at a forum on the drug ‘ice’ called for a new approach at Springvale Town Hall on Wednesday (29 July) night. Professor Dan Lubman, a Turning Point researcher who has been part of the State Government’s ice taskforce, said it was time to ask what the community can do to address the problem. He said there were “incredibly polarised views” between legalising drugs versus “lock everyone up in prison”. The answer, he said, was “somewhere in the middle”. “We’ve been fighting a war on drugs for 40 to 50 years. “Even though there’s been an incredible investment, there’s been little change in the use of drugs.” He said if illicit drugs were legalised there would be quality control benefits because many people were damaged by ‘dirty’ drugs. On the other hand, alcohol which was legalised - also caused a massive amount of harm. Prof Lubman cited the case of Portugal which decriminalised drug use, though still punished traffickers, and found, in a “positive sign”, that drug uptake had not increased. Drug and alcohol problems afflicted 10 per cent of the population, he said, but few of them sought treatment, partly due to shame and stigma. He said governments had to balance scare campaigns which were aimed at deterring young people from using drugs with messages of hope such as positive recovery stories. The government needed to publicise that there was help available, he said. Prof Lubman said the most successful interventions in the state’s drug services were with ice users, yet there was “a whole lot of nihilism and pessimism that we can’t do anything about it”. The forum heard that the casualties of the “war on drugs” were escalating with more police and paramedics assaulted and traumatised, more users needing medical aid, and desperate family and friends scrambling for help. Assistant Commissioner Luke Cornelius, who oversees Victoria Police’s southern metropolitan region, said he wouldn’t advocate

Ice forum panelists Michaela Catanzariti from Ambulance Victoria, Mel Thompson from Waverley Emergency Adolescent Centre, Danielle North from Ambulance Victoria, Hotham MP Clare O'Neil, Maureen Buck from Waverley Emergency Adolescent Centre, Dan Lubman from Turning Point and Picture: CAM LUCADOU-WELLS David Jacka from Monash Health. 142463

Families lost in support quagmire FAMILIES and patients are being lost in a “quagmire” of drug support services, a forum on ice was told last Wednesday. Professor Dan Lubman, the director of Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre and a panelist at the Springvale forum, said: “Even those who work in it often don’t know who to call.” “It really is a quagmire.” A heart-wrenching story came from a forum audience member who applied for an intervention order against her iceaddicted nephew. She didn’t know where to turn.

When she visited a police station for help or a referral to a drug support service, the “constable” was unable to assist. Under her own steam, she eventually hunted down a Windana support service. Her nephew was in his early thirties and had been on heroin since 16. He’d spent his whole life on drugs, she told the forum. She was fearful of his erratic behaviour during his sleepless nights. She described him breaking in through the back door in search of his mother. When she told him to get off the ice, he went

legalising drugs “one way or the other”. Mr Cornelius said police were targeting the supply and manufacturing end of ice, rather than users. But there was also a need for a balanced approach that looked at demand-reduction and harm reduction. There were some echoes of exchief police commissioner and head of the national ice taskforce Ken Lay who said society couldn’t arrest

“berserk”. She recalled having an anxiety attack in the car as she drove to a friend’s place for refuge. They told her to get help. “The intervention order has now finished because (the police) hadn’t found him for five weeks or so. “He’s still doing it out on the streets. It’s just terrible that these things can happen. I didn’t expect that would happen to me.” Victoria Police’s Assistant Commissioner Luke Cornelius, one of the panelists and who oversees the southern metropolitan police re-

its way out of the ice problem. “I’m concerned that ice users are held up for vilification and shunned... when the community should be challenging itself on how do we reach out to those people who need our support,” Mr Cornelius said. “Yes, they can be dangerous. Yes, they can be violent. Somewhere in there is a human being.”

COUNCILLOR Maria Sampey has called for a legal second opinion on CEO John Bennie’s new contract. At last Monday night's council meeting she failed in her bid to put the reappointment on hold so Maurice Blackburn could review the agreement, which the council’s solicitor Maddocks has already approved. “I feel that there’s bias,” Cr Sampey said. “This whole appointment has not really gone according to process. I can’t see that there would be a problem of getting a second opinion. “People get second opinions all the time.” Councillors earlier this month agreed to keep Mr Bennie on when his current contract expired in October and contract negotiations proceeded. Cr Peter Brown said the Inspectorate of Local Government had reviewed the situation and was satisfied with the reappointment process to date. But he said Maddocks both drew up the contract and reviewed it, so he supported a second opinion “an arm’s length from council”. “It’s a bit like chicken soup - I don’t think it will do any harm,” he said. Cr Chea was blunt about Cr Sampey’s call. “If we don’t believe him, we need to sack him,” he said of the Maddocks solicitor. Cr John Kelly said the majority of councillors supported reappointing Mr Bennie. “We seem to be dragging it out,” he said. “I’ve never faced such a long, wound-out decision to support a CEO.” Cr Sampey’s motion was defeated seven votes to three.

Daylight robbery A MAN was robbed at knifepoint in daylight while walking through Noble Park. An attacker approached the 37-year-old victim, about 4.25pm on Friday 24 July, at the corner of Frank Street and Joy Parade and demanded his money. When the man threatened him with a 15cm knife the victim handed over his cash and his mobile phone and the robber fled.

Dr David Jacka, a Monash Health addiction medicine specialist, said the “war on drugs” had made relatively “safer” drugs such as cannabis and ecstasy as “difficult to buy” as ice. This had perversely led to more ice in the community than those other drugs. “One hundred years ago we started regulating drugs and it’s been a disaster,” he said.

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Village principle to raise school children NOBLE Park Primary School supports a diverse community which is typically representative of the City of Greater Dandenong. Nearly 90 per cent of our students come from a non-English speaking background, representing 40 different nationalities. A significant number of our students come from refugee backgrounds so it is both a privilege and responsibility to offer additional support beyond mainstream schooling. To that end, the NPPS staff and community take the attitude that being a school is not enough - we need to present ourselves as a community organisation. The school has all of the standard curriculum offerings to ensure that all students work toward and beyond state-wide benchmarks. However, given the needs of our students and families, we need to provide additional supports, an engaging curriculum and a range of learning and wellbeing alternatives.

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The school offers small class sizes with each level of the school boasting an additional support teacher particularly to target the English as an additional language (EAL) students. They work both in the home and in small group situations with these students. As a further support to many of our students from our majority languages - Burmese, Khmer, Vietnamese and Afghan languages - we have multicultural education aides who are native speakers of those languages to support the students in the home room and their families. Many of our students come from countries where literacy is, at least initially, derived from an oral tradition and we must pay attention to that in the

nature of our curriculum delivery. We have adopted a developmental curriculum approach to learning across the entire school which manifests itself in exploratory learning (play-based) in the junior years and then as an inquiry, project-based approach as the children progress through the school. The essence of this approach is children at the centre of their learning with teachers building on their experiences at their point of need. Children reflect on their learning and what they need to know with a myriad of opportunities to talk about their progress and presentation of their work in a variety of ways. All of our learning programs are predicated on the notion that additional adults and mentors working with students is beneficial. The following programs are designed to offer enrichment and alternative modalities for learning. In most cases these are supported by partnerships the school has ac-

tively pursued to maximise the use of community resources in the form of donations and in particular volunteer help. All of these programs are supportive of diverse learning needs, provide creative responses to learning English and they build social capital. - Hooked on Books stemmed from our partnership with the Rotary Club of Noble Park, a great supporter of our school. Volunteers come into the school to hear students read with students experiencing difficulty with their reading and those least likely to have someone to read to at home being targeted. Our volunteers come from Rotary, Probus, the corporate sector and more recently students from Noble Park Secondary College. - The Kitchen Garden program, supported by a philanthropic grant, offers rich experiential learning. Students work in the garden on their designated day and produce a

meal largely from our locally-grown produce. - Enhanced Learning is an out-ofhours program supported by volunteers and finance from NAB. Enhanced Learning targets students who might be disengaged from school, need to build self-esteem or would simply benefit from additional learning. Students work on projectbased skills in an eight-week program to produce a performance piece or artefact. - Future Foundations is an artsbased program which focuses on artistic students and engages them in a 14-week program based at the school on Saturday mornings. It is also important to mention just some of the programs which support families, including our two play groups, women’s group, adult English and vocational classes. Everything we do at Noble Park Primary School is predicated on the notion that ‘it takes a village to raise a child’.

LOOKING BACK 100 years ago 5 August 1915 Dandenong Patriotic League It was decided at the last meeting of the Dandenong Patriotic League to start a 1/- shilling a week fund for men to collect to provide money for the purchase of material for Red Cross work at the local Town Hall. The women of this town are doing splendid work and are in need of funds. More workers come each week and the supply of material is not adequate. They are in danger of being refused material on going to the Red Cross room. The men of Dandenong and district should see that there is sufficient money available to enable the work to be carried on. It is thought that £15 a week is needed -

which can be better gained in a systematic way. There are many men who cannot by age or circumstances be able to enlist. They cannot make shirts and knit and here is a way they can help the work of their womenfolk, who by their devotion and self sacrifice, are showing the way. R E Langley Hon Organiser 50 years ago 4 August 1965 Puffing Billy on his way again After a lapse of 12 years Puffing Billy recommenced regular weekend and school holiday trips to Emerald last Saturday. It is Victoria’s last narrow-gauge train. The Minister of Transport, Mr Meagher,

of loved ones at the Pillars of Freedom on Tuesday, August 15. The Pillars in Palm Plaza Dandenong were dedicated on June 25th this year to the memory of those brave men and women who died for their country.

said that little train would make one return trip from Belgrave to Emerald each day of operation in winter and two such return trips in summer. The train has carried over 35,000 passengers in the three years, since it has been restored.

5 years ago 2 August 2010 Water Warnings A bogus water filtration company has attempted to sell products to residents in Noble Park and Keysborough. The company has been distributing letters with false warnings on South East Water letterheads about the quality of drinking water. - Compiled by Dandenong and District Historical Society

20 years ago 7 August 1995 Australia Remembers Dandenong will pay tribute to the memory of those who fought and lost their lives in wars to protect the peace and freedom of Australia. Citizens are invited to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II by laying wreaths or flowers in remembrance

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MPs defend expenses By DANI ROTHWELL AND KATHRYN BERMINGHAM OVERSEAS accommodation, books and accident excess have all been claimed as expenses by Greater Dandenong MPs. The three politicians collectively spent $591,087 from 1 July 2014 to 31 December 2014. In the wake of the Bronwyn Bishop helicopter expense scandal the Journal looked into the claims made by its MPs. Bruce MP Alan Griffin took a three-month trip to America from September to December in 2014 as part of his work on the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs at a cost of $54,627. Mr Griffin travelled in the capacity of a parliamentary representative to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The cost of accommodation and meals of this trip was $49,433. Speaking from overseas this week, Mr Griffin said the costs were out of his hands.

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“I couldn’t give you a breakdown in costs, I don’t have that. The accommodation was booked by the Department of Foreign Affairs, so I had no role in that,” said an agitated Mr Griffin. “The accommodation was very nice, there is no question about that. “We had a daily allowance, and I did spend all of that on my daily costs.” At the same time as this trip, fuel was claimed on his private plated vehicle in Australia. “The car was used by a member of staff and by a family member, which is perfectly within my entitlement.” Between 20 and 22 August, Mr

$165,042.87 $179,037.66 $247,005.93 Griffin racked up $380 in seven Cabcharges during a trip to Sydney for hearings of the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs. He again defended the charges as reasonable costs for transportation between the airport, the hotel, restaurants and the hearing. Hotham MP Clare O’Neil is a member of the Standing Committees on Agriculture and for Tax and Revenue. Her subscriptions to publications include titles such as This Changes Everything: Capitalism Vs The Climate and The Precariat. Other questions the Journal asked included queries about the distributions in July and October which cost $18,708 and $10,914 respectively

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Somyurek resigns but says he is innocent By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS SMALL Business, Innovation and Trade Minister Adem Somyurek has resigned after an inquiry dismissed his denials of intimidating his staff. On Tuesday, Mr Somyurek who is a Dandenong-based South Eastern Metropolitan MP - said his resignation shouldn’t be taken as an admission of guilt over allegations by his chief-of-staff Dimity Paul. “I maintain my innocence,” Mr Somyurek said. He said the inquiry had not found

him engaging in “abusive, threatening, intimidating, aggressive and inappropriate“ conduct that put his staff’s health and safety at risk. “I’m happy to report that (the) inquiry clears me of these allegations.” Mr Somyurek characterised the allegations as “payback“ from the union, the Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association. A report by former County Court judge Michael Strong stated Mr Somyurek had “diminished, to some degree, Ms Paul’s confidence in her

personal safety while in the Minister’s presence” on one occasion. During that time, the minister had admonished Ms Paul after a meeting on 13 February by holding her chin in his hand and shaking it gently side-to-side, telling her to “calm down and put a filter on it”. The minister had been embarrassed by a comment Ms Paul made at that meeting, Mr Strong stated. Mr Somyurek’s conduct was found to be mainly “appropriate and professional” except for instances of him directing aggressive language,

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Drunk jailed By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS A MAN involved in a series of drunken, violent assaults including a wild brawl outside a Dandenong pub has been jailed for 20 months. Masi Ayiik, 23, was also charged over punching a bystander who admonished him for urinating in public in Noble Park and for attacking a train passenger who told off the accused’s girlfriend for littering. During the brawl at the Nu Hotel in the early hours of 9 August 2014, the hotel’s security guard was attacked by Ayiik when the accused and a group of associates were denied entry because they were intoxicated. An “angry” and “unsteady” Ayiik accused the guard of being racist, and was pushed by the guard in self-defence, the court was told. In the ensuing fight, belts were swung as well as a glass and some bricks were hurled inaccurately at the guard by other

patrons. When interviewed by police that day, Ayiik said no-one landed a punch but the guard was “lucky none of us got our hands on him”. In the early hours of 6 July 2014, a “rowdy” Ayiik and his girlfriend were swearing loudly and drinking alcohol on a train that was departing from Southern Cross station, police told the court. Ayiik’s girlfriend threw a bottle on a seat. It fell off and rolled through the carriage, leading to a passenger to admonish her for littering. Ayiik slapped the passenger with the back of his hand, causing the victim’s spectacles to break. In an ensuing struggle, Ayiik ripped the victim’s jacket. A Good Samaritan, who pulled Ayiik off the victim, was attacked by Ayiik’s girlfriend who put him a headlock and scratched at one of his eyes. Ayiik later told police he felt bad about the assaults.

On a February afternoon this year, Ayiik punched a bystander in the head after the victim admonished the accused for urinating in public and stole his $200 Ray-Ban sunglasses. Ayiik’s defence lawyer said the accused was a Sudaneseborn refugee whose family had investigated moving out of Melbourne with the accused to separate him from negative peers. “Mr Ayiik is not a man that lacks insight,” the lawyer said. “He’s aware that alcohol is his issue.” Magistrate Julie O’Donnell said she took into account Ayiik’s primarily violent criminal history which had attracted prison and community-based orders in the past. She said the two train victims had suffered “serious emotional impact”. She sentenced him to 20-months’ jail - including a 12-month and two three-month concurrent sentences.

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By GEORGIA WESTGARTH HIS last wish was granted with a big cheer and a round of applause as the Emerson School welcomed its new four-wheeled friend. President of the Lions Club of Greater Dandneong for 15 years and a passionate fundraiser, Ken Daff made sure an all-abilities bus would be bought with the money he and his fellow Lions had been raising since 1999. Club member and friend Deidre Cameron had worked alongside Ken for more than 14 years and said the bus was a wonderful achievement for everyone involved. “The bus is something the school really needed and it was Ken’s last wish,” Ms Cameron said. Together Ken and Deidre turned the Lonsdale Street Lions Opportunity Shop into a book shop and had been saving

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every penny for something really special. “Ken had a vision for the op-shop to become a bookshop and we worked our butts off to transform it - Ken and my husband carted books every day before and after work to get it up and running and with a wonderful group of volunteers we had the bookshop for at least 10 years and together we brought up our grandchildren there,” she said. With close to $30,000 saved up Deidre, Ken and Emerson School lower school principal Diane Wright agreed on a bus and on Friday 24 July that dream came true. “I made a promise to Ken that we would do the bus and that’s why I went to Lions Clubs International Foundation for more funding otherwise we would probably still be fundraising,” Ms Cameron said. Lions International matched

their amount and together more than $54,000 went towards the Toyota mini-bus. School principal John Mooney said the bus was an extraordinary gift and had already been put to good use transporting students between the schools two campuses and off-campus excursions. “The generosity of the Lions Club will have a direct impact of enabling students with additional needs to access learning opportunities that they otherwise would not have been able to participate in - we are eternally grateful for this." The bus has been customised in memory of Ken and his dedication to the Greater Dandenong Lions Club. “We wanted that detail because it was Ken’s last donation and there are so many people in the area that knew Ken and they’ll now know that his wish was fulfilled,” Deidre said.

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I was touched by the story that appeared in your journal which records the life story of Nida (Nida Enjoys Thirst For Life, Journal, 6 July). It is a wonderful story and there are many such success stories as hers. But the fact remains that Australia simply cannot afford to take in the thousands, if not millions, of so-called refugees that are keen on entering this country. The war in Sri Lanka has been over for more than five years but there are still thousands of Tamils who want to come here for a better life. Like manner, there are thou-

sands in other countries too. As it is, we see people dressed in their native costumes walking the streets of our cities. They have no jobs nor will they get any jobs. For the rest of their lives the Australian tax payer will have to support them. The Australian Government takes in families like Nida’s who are genuine refugees. It has to be remembered that those families entered this country under the Liberal government of John Howard. When the floodgates opened and the boats began arriving, we got people with shady pasts and hundreds of undesirables.

I wonder whether Nida believes that we should take all these people in and eventually make this country into another Greece. We, like thousands of our countrymen, had to go for an interview, police and health reports before we were permitted to migrate. Nida is doing a great job but she should realise that Australia cannot take in everyone who comes knocking at our door, whether by plane or by boat. Hilton Nugara, Endeavour Hills. 1187118-KC24-15

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COUNCILLOR Matthew Kirwan prepared several questions for last week’s council meeting after this column noted a drop in his usual steady stream of queries. “I hope tonight will be considered a return to form,” he told the meeting. He tied the knot with Jenny Frieden on 4 July and shared this photo from their big day, taken by Peter Ingamells. “IT’S good to see another Memeti making headlines instead of me,” councillor and former mayor Jim declared at last week’s council meeting. His cousin Mersim appeared in a sports pointer on the front page of the Journal on 27 July. He said the 15-year-old was on his way to becoming a professional soccer player and asked Mayor Sean O’Reilly to send him a letter of congratulations and encouragement. COUNCILLOR Maria Sampey revealed she found solace at the YWCA as a teen, during debate about the Albanian Eagles Youth Centre and Genuine Gym application last week. She played billiards at the church-based group. “It used to keep me off the street!“ she said.

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17 Masters Street Dandenong Central

FANTASTIC POTENTIAL HERE! Comfortable 3 bed home set on wide 17m lot of 673m2 approximately. Existing home features polished loors aluminium windows, all gas appliances. Let to long term tenant but possession is available. Potential for new home site, multi units or dual occupancy development STP). Central location within walking distance to medical clinic, hospital, schools, TAFE college, local shops & bus service.

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Sat 15th Aug at 12pm 10% dep-bal 70/90 days $390,000+ Saturday 3-3.30pm Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

IMMACULATE 4 BED HOME ON PRIME DEVELOPMENT SITE Set on approx 700m2 with a Residential Growth Zone, this property is great to live in with the potential of high density townhouse development. Fantastic central location. Alternatively retain existing home & build another at the rear. Uses are subject to planning permit. Existing home offers 4 brs, gas heated lounge, sep dining, as new quality kitchen with WO, HP & DW, large family room opens to covered deck & rear garden. Includes quality ittings & 2 RC split system a/cons. Garage also itted with large ofice.

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Sat 22nd Aug at 11am 10% dep - bal 90/120 days $450,000+ Saturday 1-1.30pm Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

Set on a block size over 600m2. This 3 bedroom home & land parcel features timber loors throughout & gas appliances. Needs cosmetic work but excellent potential here as a irst home, investment or possible multi unit site(STP). Close to shops, schools & transport. Don’t miss this opportunity.

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9 Henty Street Dandenong Central

A TRUE FAMILY SANCTUARY Absolutely irresistible & located in a quiet court. This residence combines impressive internal décor with exceptional outdoor living area. Welcoming entrance foyer leads you to a large open plan living & dining with quality porcelain tiling throughout. At the heart of it is a family sized kitchen equipped with s/s appliances including DW & extra large pantry. Main living area opens onto a covered alfresco area & fully landscaped backyard with extensive decked BBQ area. This functional family layout offers plenty of living space, while 3 large brs can accommodate a large family easily. Master has WIR & full ensuite others

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Sat 22nd Aug at 2pm 10% dep-bal 30/60/90 days $450,000+ Saturday 11-11.30am Bob Milkovic 0422 504 106

DEVELOPER’S OPPORTUNITY! PERMIT APPROVED FOR 18 APARTMENTS Only minutes walk to the market, plaza & CBD this 740m2 site has approval for 12 x 2 bedroom apartments & 6 x 1 bedroom apartments. Architect designed complex with 3 level building & basement carpark. Avoid delays & extra costs with this “ready to go” site. Finished project will sell well in this popular location. Not affected by infrastructure levy. Plans available for inspection.

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Sat 22nd Aug at 3pm Negotiable $850,000+ By Appointment Neil Butler 0411 637 088

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79 Shetland Street Endeavour Hills

MAGNIFICENT 923m2 BLOCK PRIME LOCATION

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Great opportunity for multi unit development (STP) or renovate this 7 bedroom home & make it your palace on the fringe of Noble Park CBD. Original brick home features 2 double bedrooms with ensuites downstairs plus one other. Large lounge & separate dining & rumpus. 4 bedrooms upstairs with balcony plus attic or storage. 3 bathrooms & 3 toilets, hardwood loors & ducted heating. Huge backyard with in ground pool & storage sheds. A driveway long enough for 6 cars or 2 trucks. Ideal for extended family or prime development site (STP).

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Sat 29th Aug at 11am 10% dep- bal 30/60 days Contact Agent Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday 11-11.30am Chris Drieberg 0411 737 303

80 Somerset Drive Rosewood Downs

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Sat 29th Aug at 12pm 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $380,000+ Wednesday 4-4.30pm Saturday 1-1.30pm Nigel Raymond 0425 721 593

9/46 King Street Dandenong

VALUE PACKED BV IN PRIME POSITION Located in popular Rosewood Downs this spacious well maintained BV is set on a 688m2 lot & backs onto Thirhatuan park. Offers spacious lounge with formal dining, adjacent kitchen with lots of cupboards, wall oven & gas hot plates, family area opens to immaculate rear garden & covered patio. 3 double bedrooms with BIR’s & access to bathroom from master. Potential to also install an ensuite off master. Other extras include ducted gas heating, air conditioning, security doors & shutters & enormous high clearance double garage. Fantastic opportunity here!

Well presented 3 bed BV on huge 1700m2 block. Freshly painted this home includes gas appliances, new carpet & tiling. Ample built in robes & access to bathroom from master. Large double carport & pergola area for outdoor entertaining. Huge backyard has space for double garage, pool or even tennis court.

PRIME LOCATION! Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent

Sat 29th Aug at 1pm 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $400,000+ Saturday 11-11.30am Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

Upstairs owner occupied 2 bedroom apartment in popular area only 5 minutes walk to Market & Plaza. Offers comfortable lounge, practical kitchen with gas cooking, large bathroom including laundry facilities, double bedrooms with ample BIR’s. Solid brick construction with hardwood loors under existing carpet. Genuine vendor moving to the country has priced to sell quickly!

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BUY ONE OR BOTH!

PRIME DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

Choice of two units featuring front & rear land on title. Each offers polished loors, gas appliances including ducted heating & reverse cycle split air conditioning, large bedrooms with BIR’s & tiled bathroom. Carport & shed to each. Both are let at approx $15,000p.a each but possession available on Unit 1. First home or investment opportunity.

Private Price Inspect Agent

$265,000+ each Saturday 12-12.30pm Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066

Corner site of 1930m2 on 3 titles. Current permit for 23 apartments in 2 separate buildings. Excellent design with external appearance of townhouses. Alternatively develop each title individually or re-design for townhouse development (STP). Unique opportunity here!

Private Price Inspect Agent

$1,200,000+ Direct Neil Butler 0411 637 088

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1165 Stud Rd Rowville (Near Crn Wellington Rd) LUXURY LIVING WITHOUT COMPROMISE Beautifully designed, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be spoilt for choice with a selection of 30 apartments(15 left) & 8 executive town homes in this boutique development. - Buy now & secure stamp duty savings up to $21,000(subject to value). - Includes private balcony & quality ittings. - Your choice of colour tones - Enjoy sweeping views from the rooftop terrace - Quality kitchens with stone benchtops & S/S Bosch appliances.

Private Price

From $285,000

Inspect

Saturday 4-4.30pm or by appointment

Agent

Dennis Tzortzoglou 0438 341 066 Neil Butler 0411 637 088

1193990

9791 3177

Shop 1, 11 Langhorne Street, Dandenong

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SALES & RENTALS

118 Walker St Dandenong P: 9791 5922 F: 9792 2536 N IORDAY T C TU ATUHIS SA

N IORDAY T C TU ATUHIS SA

Dandenong North

Dandenong Central

11 WaraTah drive

A WONDERFUL POCKET OF REAL ESTATE!

Location is everything and this three bedroom brick home is close to Schools, shops, transport and more. Set up for family living, there is a lounge to the front with built in shelving, a spacious kitchen area plus a dining/multi function room. There is a large covered deck for all round outdoor living, plenty of yard space for the kids plus both a carport and garage to keep the cars and toys. Currently let to good tenants. INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE!

aucTioN: Saturday, 8th august, 2015 @ 11:00am (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 3:00pm to 3:30pm & Sat 10:30am to 11:00am

27a KiNG STreeT

BLUE CHIP DEVELOPMENT SITE!

Developers and Investors – get on to this winner now! Set in one of the best streets in Dandenong Central, this property is over 740m2 and is just opposite the Dandenong Market and Plaza. Located within the Residential Growth Zone Schedule 1, your options include medical suites, townhouses or apartment construction with a building height up to four storeys (STCA). Close to schools, shops, train station and so much more! The solid three bedroom brick veneer home with large living areas, study room and tandem garage can be rented out while you are organising the plans and permits to secure your future. A DEFINITE MARKET FAVOURITE!

aucTioN: Saturday, 8th august, 2015 @ 2:00pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 3:45pm to 4:15pm & Sat 1:30pm to 2:00pm

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Dandenong North

Dandenong

66 huGheS creSceNT

AN ENTERTAINER’S PARADISE!

Beautifully renovated four bedroom home featuring two separate indoor living areas, modern kitchen with quality appliances including dishwasher, renovated bathroom, decked front porch, decked undercover entertainment area, bar hut, Bali gazebo with table and seating, five car garage plus carport and workshop, ducted heating, evaporative cooling and many more features. Walk to schools, shops, parkland and bus stop. Minutes drive to Dandenong CBD, Freeway access and train station. ENJOY LIFE HERE!

aucTioN: Saturday, 15th august, 2015 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Thurs 4:30pm to 5:00pm & Sat 11:30am to 12:00pm

Dandenong North

20 raymoNd STreeT

MODERN - SPACIOUS - ELEGANCE!

Exhibiting modern, spacious elegance and modern luxury, this 63 square (approx.) home offers such a variety of living spaces and functionality, it’s difficult to know where to start. Formal lounge and separate dining room, huge family area with meals area and chef’s kitchen with granite benchtops, glass splashback and a full range of high quality stainless steel appliances. There is also a large bedroom downstairs, big bathroom with spa bath and toilet and internal access to the four car garage. Four additional bedrooms upstairs with full ensuite and a huge walk in robe to the master bedroom plus two additional bathrooms, three toilets and balcony. Features include central cooling and heating, high ceilings, downlights, extensive use of feature floor tiles and quality window furnishings throughout.

For Sale: $950,000 to $1,150,000 oPeN: Wed 4:30pm to 5:00pm & Sat 12:30pm to 1:00pm

Keysborough

1 WaraTah drive

NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN!

If you are searching for a home that has been well cared for and fully maintained over the years then this is the one for you! Three bedrooms, a central bathroom, a separate lounge and a timber kitchen with tiled meals area will provide your family with a fantastic environment in which to grow. The Axminster carpets are virtually indestructible but if you prefer timber floors, it’s just a matter of removing the carpets. Outside is a lock up garage, porch, vegie patch and room for the kids. Close to schools, transport, churches and more! LOCATION IS THE KEY!

4/21 Graham-michele Place

THERE’S NO TIME TO LOSE!

This well designed three bedroom, two bathroom townhouse is set in a quiet court but is just a quick walk to Parkmore Shopping Centre, the famous Shark Finn Inn restaurant, Eastlink access and more! Downstairs has two living areas and direct access to the garage while upstairs contains the three bedrooms, bathroom and ensuite. Private backyard with rear gate to access the shops and there is a children’s playground close by so everyone has their own space. IDEAL INVESTMENT OR MOVE RIGHT IN!

For Sale: $469,000 oPeN: Tues 3:00pm to 3:30pm & Sat 1:30pm to 2:00pm

For Sale: $419,950 oPeN: Tues 4:30pm to 5:00pm & Sat 2:30pm to 3:00pm

Dandenong

1/2-4 leoNard STreeT

VALUE FOR MONEY!

Not to be missed home positioned within 5 minutes walk from the Dandenong Tafe College and Hospital with a bus stop just a few doors away. Being one of only four on the block, it offers a formal lounge, dining off the modern kitchen, spacious bedrooms with built in robes, full bathroom, separate laundry and a separate toilet. Other features include gas cooking, dishwasher, gas hot water service, air conditioning and polished floorboards. Externally enjoy the benefits of a large single garage and a paved yard offering low maintenance. Currently tenanted at $300.00 per week. INVEST OR NEST!

For Sale: $280,000 to $290,000 oPeN: Wed 3:45pm to 4:15pm & Sat 1:30pm to 2:00pm

Dandenong

12/151 Princes highway

2/46 King Street

MAKE A START HERE!

Ground floor apartment feature an extra large bedroom with built in robes, neat lounge, kitchen/meals area, combined bathroom/laundry, floorboards and carspace. Conveniently located within minutes of transport, schools, shopping and many other facilities. INVEST OR NEST!

For Sale: $180,000 to $195,000 oPeN: Wed 4:30-5:00pm & Sat 12:30-1:00pm

GREAT INVESTMENT OR FIRST HOME!

Located in the heart of the Dandenong CBD close to all amenities, this has a lot to offer! Featuring two good size bedrooms with built in robes, renovated kitchen and bathroom, new carpets and private carport. LOCATION MATTERS!

For Sale: $210,000 plus oPeN: Thurs 4:45-5:15pm & Sat 11:30-12:00pm 1193870

Daryl Rayner Director 0411 537 820 DJ

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Mick Whelan Sales Manager 0416 003 505

Mile Mileski Sales Consultant 0417 103 325

John Ratnam Sales Consultant 0414 556 517

Frank Holohan Senior Consultant

9791 5922

mclennanrealestate.com.au

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Raine&Horne Springvale

9548 4011

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236 Springvale Road, Springvale

Auction

66 Noble Street, Noble Park 4A 3B 2C

45 Betula Street, Doveton

Selling

Sat 8th of Aug From 11.00am

3A 1B 2C

Set on a huge allotment approx 835m2 in a residential growth zone is this large solid built. Noble Park S/C, schools, bus stop & train station are within a walking distance. Offers: 4 brs, BIRs, master has FES & WIR; Large formal lounge, open plan kitchen; A fully self-contain bungalow with built in kitchen, shower, toilet & meal area; ducted heating, A/C, spa bath; Huge double garage/workshop, large carport.

View Agent

Set on a large, flat rectangular block approx 585sqm is this well presented home perfectly suited either first home buyer, investor or build a dream home and located within an easy reach to Dandenong S/C, school, public transport and freeway. Features 3 bedrooms, large lounge with meals area, A/C, ducted heating, cooling system, double lock up garage, large front garden secured with high steel fence.

Price

17A Comber Street, Noble Park

Selling

6 Golding Crt, Springvale Sth

Selling

4A 2B 1C Located in a quiet street, this young and beautifully presented double storey home is just minutes away from train station, schools and shopping centre. Offers: 4 large bedrooms, BIRs, master has full en-suite; 3 toilets, study area; Quality kitchen adjoining to a large meals/TV area with stainless steel apps, stone bench top; separate lounge room; central ducted heating, split A/C, remote control garage.

View Agent

Thu: 4.30-5.00pm Daniel Nguyen 0488 818 918

Sat: 2-2.30pm Daniel Nguyen 0488 818 918

5A 2B 2C Positioned in a high sought after location is this well presented BV home offers quality and spacious for a large family including a large office/workshop which perfectly suited to run an accountancy, beauty or hair dressing from home (STCA). Features: Modern kitchen; large lounge & big dining area with gas furnace heating, split A/C; large covered veranda; Beautiful laminated timber flooring.

View Agent

View Agent Price

Sat: 1-1.30pm Daniel Nguyen 0488 818 918 $345,000 plus

Sat: 12-12.30pm Kennedy Do 0419 003 969 $550,000 plus

Raine&Horne Springvale 9548 4011 | rh.com.au/springvale

Raine&Horne Dandenong

9793 9793

Shop 101 Dandenong Plaza, 23 - 57 Walker Street, Dandenong

1/16 Stud Road, Dandenong

11/57 Clow Street, Dandenong

15 Menzies Avenue, Dandenong

1/63 Potter Street,, Dandenong

GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST HOME BUYERS AND INVESTORS. Last Unit on a big block on Stud Road, Situated in the heart of Dandenong For Sale View By Appointment Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $230,000-$250,000

The best 3 Bedrooms unit in the complex. Made of Double brick with car space reserved is very safe for families even though it is Bang opposite Dandenong Plaza. For Sale View Saturdays 12:45pm-1:15pm Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $250,000-$270,000

ARE YOU READY TO MULTIPLY MONEY? 923sqm land with 4 units plan & permits approved (3 town houses & 1 single storey) ready to be built and multiply your money. For Sale View Saturdays 11:00am - 11:30am Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $665,000-$680,000

Fantastic 3 bedroom double storey townhouse, with 2 toilets, a generous sized bathroom, suitable for the whole family, Separate laundry, Cozy kitchen, with plenty of storage space For Lease View Saturday 11:45am-12:15pm Agent Mickey Ahuja 0428160701 Price $380 per week

6 Karo Court, Doveton

32 Lexton Avenue, Dandenong

3 Lowanna Street, Berwick

10/44 Potter Street, Dandenong

Lovely 3 bedroom dwelling in excellent condition, situated on 612 sqm. Features include a large kitchen with breakfast bar, nice entrance hall, formal lounge with ducted heating For Sale View Saturdays 2:30pm-3:00pm Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $340,000-$360,000

686 SQM EVEN SIZE LAND, WITH A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN GOOD CONDITION. LIVE, RENOVATE, DEVELOP OR SUBDIVIDE, YOUR CHOICE. For Sale View Saturdays 1:00pm-1:30pm Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $440,000-$460,000

This immaculate 4 bedroom plus study with double garage, comfortable ,design wise as well as space. Double storey built on 576 sqm land For Sale View By Appointment Agent Pradeep Ahuja 0408 160 701 Price $675,000 Plus Buyers

Sweet and simple, two bedroom apartment, features electric cooking, gas heating, separate living area, separate kitchen with adjoining dining area very generously sized bedrooms For Lease View Saturday 12:20pm-12:50pm Agent Mickey Ahuja 0428160701 Price $280 per week

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Explore Your Possibilities with The C! KEYSBOROUGH 182 Keylana Drive NEW LISTING

Short 10 minute drive to beach

Situated in a highly desirable location within walking distance of primary and secondary schools, including Haileybury and Lighthouse Christian School, there is also easy access to Parkmore Shopping Centre. • Generous block 195m2 Approx, own drive way • High ceiling open plan family/meals designer kitchen/stainless steel Appliances, central heating/splits cooling • This lovely home is sure to be snapped up

SPRINGVALE 13 Ellen Street

Wow! Location and Quality!

Conveniently located within walking distance of vibrant Springvale Central, this attractive home is also within close proximity of a vast array of desired amenities. • 2.7m high ceilings, double size bedrooms premium carpets • Spacious lounge/ducted heating/ac cooling Roller shutters • Botanical garden/vegie patch/ water tanks First time on market, make it yours call us now.

NEW LISTING

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Auction: 29/08/2015 @ 10:30am 10% Deposit Settlement 30Days Inspect: Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm Wed 5:30pm - 6:00pm Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Nik Sharma 0411 790 745

Auction: 22/08/2015 @ 2pm 10% Deposit Settlement 30/60/90Days Inspect: Sat 1:30pm - 2:00pm Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Varun Ahuja 0404 954 492

KEYSBOROUGH 40 Clarendon Drive NEW LISTING

Carlisle Home Atlantique 32 Mk II

Offers multiple family living areas and outdoor entertaining spaces • Evaporative cooling/heating throughout, 7.1 Daikin split Reverse to living areas • 3 living areas/Alfresco entertaining area with Merbau decking and cafe blinds • Situated in a highly desirable location close to prestigious schools, Tatterson Park with its woodlands and wetlands, golf courses, Parkmore Shopping Centre.

DANDENONG 2/13 Falkiner Cres

Close to Dandenong Hospital, Primary schools, Dandenong Oasis, parks and walking tracks this home would be suitable for singles or young families looking for a safe tranquil place to call home. • Featuring 2 comfortably sized bedrooms with wall to wall carpet and built in robes, a kitchen itted with gas cooking and breakfast bench, and adjoining L shaped Lounge.

4A2B2D2L

2A1B1D1L

Private: Inspect:

$770,000+ Sat 12:30pm - 1:00pm Wed 5:30pm - 6:00pm Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Varun Ahuja 0404 954 492

NOBLE PARK 24 Jeffers St

$290,000+ Sat 11:00am - 11:30am Photo ID Required Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Nik Sharma 0411 790 745

Potential for Dual Income - Endorsed SPRINGVALE 109/31B Buckingham Ave Plans Rear Unit

• 5 star kitchen, including stainless steel European gas oven/cooktop, stunning waterfall Caesar stone bench tops and plenty of cupboard space • Open Lounge & Living area w/reverse cycle a/c • Springvale Central hub, where a multitude of restaurants, cafés and food stores are literally at your feet! • Huge wrap-around L-shaped balcony

3A1B1D

2A1B1D1L

Private: Inspect:

Thinking of Selling?

• Leading Agency in your Area with Unrivaled Customer service • We specialise in Springvale, Keysborough and Noble Park • Over 20 Years of Real Estate Experience • With over 10,000 Clients, we have more buyers for your home • Award Winning agents • Our team can speak a combined 9 languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Teochew, Vietnamese, Cambodian (Khmer), Thai, Hindi and Punjabi • Excellent Ofice Location next to Westpac - more buyers come to us

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The Largest Corner Apartment in Springvale Central!

Built on an allotment of 602m2 approx. land (16.3m x 37m), great potential for future redevelopment either for building another town home/unit at the back (STCA) • Located close to local schools, shops, public transport and easy access to Eastlink • Other features include loorboards throughout and gas heating • Be quick and register your interests today!

$420,000+ Contact Agent Photo ID Required Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491

Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491

Private 2 Bedrooms Home in Great Location

Nik Sharma 0411 790 745

$350,000+ Saturday 2:00 - 2:30pm Photo ID Required Contact: Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491 Varun Ahuja 0404 954 492

Attention Landlords! Does your property manager return your calls? Is your Property Manager constantly changing? Are you being given the support you need? Are you getting the service you deserve?

It is time for a

HANGE!

Contact The C Real Estate today for an Exclusive Introductory Offer!

Aaron Hadow 0498 669 002

Varun Ahuja 0404 954 492 363 Springvale Road, Springvale www.theCrealestate.com.au

Monica Gov 858 10 999 1193777

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KEYSBOROUGH 12 MOORGATE COURT If you need space in every direction with ample parking on a block size of 666m2 (approx.), this is for you! If you want to easily entertain in any weather condition in multiple areas inside and out, this is for you! If you want to be positioned in a quiet friendly court with everything at your fingertips, this is for you! This Keysborough classic has everything you’ll ever need, has so much to offer and is filled with plenty of hidden extras. For space, convenience and an easy living relaxed future, this needs to be THE ONE!

4a PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 18th August at 5pm unless sold prior $500,000+ Thurs 5 - 5:30pm & Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Chang Wang 0450 706 668 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

KEYSBOROUGH 49 KINGSCLERE AVENUE If you’ve been searching for one of the best located homes in the area, this has to be at the top of your list. Within walking distance of Parkmore, the best schools and parks at your fingertips, it’s a MUST SEE! This classic home has been refreshed for today’s living and has so many possibilities. The modern kitchen and meals is the perfect place to entertain, the three bedrooms are of a good size, there’s an open and large living and if you love the outdoors, there’s an undercover alfresco with ample space for kids and pets, not to mention the private retreat. For simplicity in every way and a relaxed lifestyle, this secure home in a perfect locale must be for you!

METHOD

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 18th August at 5pm unless sold prior $470,000+ Sat 1 - 1:30pm Photo ID required Jeremy Phillips 0402 751 001 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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DANDENONG NORTH 10 EASTON COURT Perfection for a large family - that is what’s on offer in this exceptionally grand home. You will be pleasantly surprised with this sublime entertainer in a prized court location which showcases space, style, seclusion and flexibility. This stunning home welcomes you to a magnificent wide frontage sitting on a block of approximately 994sq of gloriousness. Welcoming you to a wide hallway, 5 BDRs (ensuites to 2 bedrooms), family bathroom, superbly zoned formal living, elegant library area, dining room, family room, kitchen and laundry. Step outside and enjoy BBQs in the immaculate gardens with family and friends. Watch the kids run around on the massive lawn and enjoy the variety of fruits from the trees in the back yard. It’s the perfect setting for any sized family celebration.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 22nd August at 12pm Contact Agent Thurs 5 - 5:30pm & Sat 12:30 - 1pm Photo ID required Jenny Sudra 0422 991 593 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 NOBLE PARK / SPRiNgvale 8 7 1 0 0 0 0 0

Terms: 10% Deposit. Balance by Nov 8th, 2015 or after Jan 22nd, 2016

NOBLE PARK 2 ROMSEY STREET This spacious home sitting on an allotment of 738sq (approx) of prime residential land (Residential Growth Zone) provides great opportunity for developers wanting to secure their next project in a great location or buyers seeking the perfect investment for great rewards in the future. Right from the moment you enter, you will feel warmth of a home that has been cherished for years. This weatherboard home features a spacious lounge, kitchen/ meals area, 3 bedrooms & a bathroom. Step outside and enjoy the big backyard, pergola, shed and more car parking spaces. This liveable 3 bedroom is perfect for developers wanting to secure their next project – rent out whilst you are awaiting your plans to be realised or buyers seeking a smart investment for great rewards in the future in an outstanding location! Terms: 10% Deposit. Balance 60/90 Days.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 22nd August at 2pm Contact Agent Thurs 1 - 1:30pm & Sat 1:30 - 2pm Photo ID required Jenny Sudra 0422 991 593 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 Noble Park / SPriNgvale 8 7 1 0 0 0 0 0

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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NOBLE PARK 6 JENKINS STREET

NOBLE PARK 11 BELVEDERE COURT

Tucked in this quiet street in the Harrisfield pocket is this gem of a home – a versatile and unique find in the area. This original home is in great condition, but on a block size of 617m2 (approx) you have the choice to either renovate for a lifestyle of luxury or redevelop and build multiple dwellings (STCA). Whichever way you view it, you’ll be please with your future prospects.

DO NOT JUDGE BY THE COVER – if you do, you’ll miss out on one of the most fascinating, well planned and renovated homes in the area. It’s freshly revitalized for an easy living lifestyle. Beyond the elevated entry and porch, you will find solid timber floors throughout, three good size bedrooms with BIRs, a modern living with dining, open kitchen & a refreshed bathroom. Plus if you love to entertain, the undercover timber decked alfresco has plenty of room & overlooks the yard.

METHOD

PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 15th August at 11am Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Sat 11:30 - 11:50am Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 Nalaka Weerakoon 0414 445 403 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 15th August at 12:30pm Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Sat 12 - 12:20pm Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 Nalaka Weerakoon 0414 445 403 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

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NOBLE PARK 1/5 DUNCAN COURT Neat as a pin, recently refreshed & with street frontage this is a home you would love to own. Consisting of a spacious lounge, kitchen with an abundance of cupboards, a generous BDR with two mirrored BIR & updated bathroom, heating, carport and separate laundry that leads to a neat rear yard.

KEYSBOROUGH 9 HEDGELEY ROAD

“Wow” & “How’s The Serenity”. This home has not only been ‘renovated’ it has been lovingly decorated over the years to provide the vendors with every luxury & mod-con possible. The beauty of this home is the work has been done & you can move in immediately with your family and enjoy your new lifestyle. Features of this home include 3 BDRs with BIRs, spa, Western Red Cedar Hot tub, heated pool, Balinese outdoor weather proof entertaining area with Mirboo decking + more! METHOD PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 18th August at 5pm INSPECT Sat 11 - 11:20am Photo ID required PRICE $190,000+ CONTACT Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

Saturday 15th August at 12pm $450,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Sat 2:45 - 3:15pm Photo ID required Jessejames Mariñas 0431 108 933 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

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NOBLE PARK 59 MOODEMERE STREET Magnificently located & with attractive charm all through this residence, this home sits nicely on a spacious allotment of 575m2 (approx). Consisting of 3 spacious BDRs with BIRs, double garage, central bathroom, open plan meals & kitchen plus a stunningly neat backyard - perfect for outdoor events.

Saturday 15th August at 2pm INSPECT Sat 1:10 - 1:30pm PRICE $420,000+ TERMS 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. CONTACT Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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NOBLE PARK NORTH 4 AHERN STREET

DANDENONG NORTH 1424 HEATHERTON ROAD

Nestled in “one of the best pockets in the South East” this must be on your radar. The is on an elevated block consisting of 18m frontage & 30m length (approx) & has a WOW factor. Stepping inside you have everything you would expect from a cosy 3 BDR home, hardwood floors, ducted heating & roller shutters. It also has a good kitchen with meals area, a large lounge room while outside you’ll notice the huge pergola area - perfect for entertaining & family functions.

Have you been looking for a home that can accommodate your own family + has a fully self- contained ‘granny flat’? The list of features is endless & includes a beautifully renovated kitchen, dining with an ‘open fireplace’, MSTR with a large WIR plus a comfortable sized lounge that opens onto the enclosed patio. The ‘granny flat’ at the rear could be used for additional income, extended family & features its own self-contained kitchen, bathroom & large lounge/dining.

METHOD

PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 22nd August 11am $450,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 90 Days Sat 11:40am - 12pm Photo ID required Mehmet Atesel 0419 333 553 Nalaka Weerakoon 0414 445 403 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

NOBLE PARK NORTH 2 POWIS COURT

PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 8th August at 12:30pm $460,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 90-120 Days Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Daniel Pepperell 0418 105 105 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

KEYSBOROUGH 25 EILDON DRIVE

This home is destined to have real appeal on inspection with its presentation, great location and affordability. This light, bright and comfortable property features a huge lounge/dining and study area, kitchen with meals area, 3 bedrooms, laundry and bathroom. Step outside and watch the kids run around freely in the front gardens and backyard, entertain in the courtyard, plus a long driveway, carport for 2 cars & 2 open spaces for parking and a shed.

You won’t believe it until you step inside – this home feels like it never ends. Perched behind the white picket fence sits this lengthy home that stretches from beginning to end. The front half of the home is made up of the huge carpeted living and dining area + 2 carpeted BDRs & bathroom. But when you make it to the open kitchen, you’ll love the space in front of you. With the timber finishes in the kitchen, additional dining area, a 3rd bedroom + the 2nd living with direct access to the rear.

METHOD

PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 15th August at 1pm Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Jenny Sudra 0422 991 593 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Tuesday 18th August at 5pm unless sold prior $490,000+ Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Gadas Lamsodis 0423 884 819 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888

NOBLE PARK 390 Princes Highway 8710 0000 | KEYSBOROUGH 1/ 320 Cheltenham Road 8769 1888 PROUDLY SERVICING: Springvale • Endeavour Hills • Dingley • Waterways

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McDonald R E A L

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mcdonaldre.co

DANDENONG NORTH 97 BRADY ROAD

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME IN ROSEWOOD DOWNS!

Auction: Sat 22nd August @ 12:30pm Inspect: Wednesday 6:00 - 6:30pm Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am mcdonaldre.mobi: ppty ID 8493041

Situated in the Rosewood Downs Estate, one of Dandenong’s most sought after locations, you have this sizable residence suiting all large/ growing families. Conveniently located, you’ll find local schools, shops, public transport and the Monash Freeway at your doorstep. Comprising 5 bedrooms (4 bedrooms upstairs and 1 bedroom downstairs), master bedroom with full en suite, a walk in robe AND it own retreat. You’ll find all remaining bedrooms with built in robes, upstairs main bathroom with additional bathroom downstairs, spacious formal lounge with adjoining dining room, top quality granite kitchen + family room and an enormous rumpus area for the kids to enjoy. Externally you will find a double lock up garage, complimented by a double driveway, and large backyard with a total land size of 650sqm (approx). Other features include gas ducted heating and carpets and tiles throughout. This is certainly a home that ticks all of the boxes for a large family. Inspection will impress!

RENOVATOR’S DELIGHT! This is the chance to secure your entry into one of the most desired Springvale South’s pockets at well below normal budgets. Within a few moments to local schools, Athol Rd shops, bus transport and major road arterials, the location is second to none. Ideal for future family living, fulfil all the potential the property offers and secure your future. On a sizable allotment of 560sqm, you can choose to renovate and modernise the 3 bedroom residence and bring it back to life. Like many people have done so in the past, this could prove to be your money maker. Or you can choose to demolish and build a dream home. With blocks rare to find in this neighbourhood, this is an opportunity to construct your own palace to call home. In a high demand pocket that has seen massive growth in value over recent years, get in now before it rises even further. It’s an investment you can’t look past.

Office: Springvale Ph: 9546 8211

Chris Zhang 0434 627 345 Harry Li 0414 216 699

Office: Springvale Ph: 9546 8211

SPRINGVALE SOUTH 18 BELLVIEW COURT

Auction: Sat 22nd August @ 4:30pm Price: $390,000+ Inspect: Wednesday 4:00 - 4:30pm Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm mcdonaldre.mobi: ppty ID 8496650 Ricky Nguyen 0420 956 239 Harry Li 0414 216 699

SPRINGVALE 9 KEMP STREET GORGEOUS FAMILY HOME ON 680SQM Set on the high, elevated side of this desired street, you have a stunning brick veneer residence that provides pristine living on a large land allotment that could offer subdivisional opportunities in the near future. Being one-owner and only 30 years young, the home comprises of: • 4 spacious bedrooms catering for larger households • Light illed Kitchen adjoining dining & family areas • Polished hardwood loors throughout • High Ceilings, Ducted Heating, Air conditioning • Huge garage and north facing yard This is in an absolute prime location. With a rectangular allotment of 680sqm (approx), with no easements, a host of building possibilities are also available (STCA). Whether you choose to reside or purchase for future development, don’t let this slip through your ingers. Enquire further today.

Office: Springvale Ph: 9546 8211

Auction: Sat 15th August @ 1:30pm Inspect: Wednesday 3:00 - 3:30pm Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm mcdonaldre.mobi: ppty ID 6973253

Harry Li 0414 216 699 Shane Ah-Kan 0433 301 502

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HOME OF THE WEEK KEYSBOROUGH 19 DAHLIA CRESCENT

A 3+

YOUNG AND BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME. Set on a spacious 490m2 corner site with an east-facing front door; this 1.5 year old Simonds home in Somerfield Estate features 3 bedrooms plus study and is elegantly presented throughout. Features a premium, open plan stone- benched kitchen with 900mm stainless steel cooking appliances, dishwasher, built-in microwave, island bench and an amazing “wrap-around” butler’s pantry perfect for the master chef. This opens to a well-appointed family living and dining area with quality tiling, large enough for your family and friends gathering, and this in turn opens to a lovely al-fresco space for outdoor living in the coming warmer months. The large master bedroom includes a stylish en-suite and a walk-in robe, there is carpeting in all bedrooms, the formal and casual living zones are enhanced by the 2.7m ceilings which give an airier feeling of prestige and space. Extra comforts include central heating and cooling, a double garage with internal entry plus fully landscaped gardens. This is a delightful home in “as new” condition at an affordable price point in the Somerfield Estate which will make you and your family feel very spoilt for years to come.

Price: $690,000+ Inspect: Contact Agent

Le Hoa Wysham 0418 566 133 Anthony Mondous 0417 508 189

KEYSBOROUGH 42 DEVONSHIRE DRIVE

MUCH LOVED 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME Located in a tranquil yet central and highly sought-after pocket of Keysborough, this beautifully presented home is in a lovely street just a short walk to all wanted amenities including Parkmore Shopping Centre, Wachter Reserve and Keysborough Secondary College. A freshly updated interior greets you upon entry and you will be impressed by the glowing solid hard wood floors and fresh paintwork. An east-facing lounge and dining area captures the warm winter sun, making this a great spot for the family to enjoy quality time. Adjoining the dining area is a light filled spacious timber lined kitchen boasting a chef’s commercial-style stainless steel upright stove with provision for dishwasher and double fridge cavity. The family bathroom family bathroom looks like a design straight from “The Block” with free standing bath, feature tiling, generous shower and separate toilet. There are four generous bedrooms, three with built-in robes and enjoying a wonderful outlook to the private and tranquil in-ground pool. Other quality features include a double carport, evaporative cooling for the summer months and gas fire in the lounge for cosy winter nights! Well renovated, centrally located, this lovable home is sure to appeal and likely to sell in a heartbeat – so be quick to avoid missing out!

Price: $500,000+ Inspect: Thursday 5:00 - 5:30pm Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm

John Wysham 0418 322 618 Michelle Sayers 0417 474 258

KEYSBOROUGH 3 HARRINGTON CRESCENT

BEDAZZLING FORMER DISPLAY MANSION

Price: $1,000,000+ Inspect: Thursday 5:45 - 6:15pm Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm

This truly impressive 42 + square, 2 storey residence still under builder warranty is fit for a king (and queen) and several princesses as well! Boasting an extraordinarily wide facade, the home features multiple living areas and is symmetrically designed with 2 alfresco living areas: 1 on each side of the home mirroring the other. There are also 2 master bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms, both with spa bath - 1 on each level making it perfect for parents or guests. The centrepiece of the main living area is a fantastic glass, steel and timber staircase. Adjacent to this is a fabulous, mint condition, showcase kitchen fitted with thick stone benches, two pack cabinets and stainless steel appliances, and an island bench. The current owners have utilised the large garage as a further utility area where they have installed a second fully equipped kitchen. The vast family living and dining area is flanked by the alfrescos and beyond is a spacious media and theatre room already wired for surround sound system for relaxed family times. Upstairs are 3 further bedrooms including the 2nd principal bedroom suite plus a further casual living area with a large terrace overlooking the garden. Extra comfort include zoned ducted heating/cooling, ducted vacuum, security system, plantation shutters plus more…. In fact, all the expected luxury appointments and quality fittings and fixtures are here and are complimented by low maintenance, beautifully landscaped gardens. The home is with easy access to Eastlink, handy to Parkmore shops and 8 minutes’ drive to Edithvale beach making it a fine choice for family lifestyle. This is a home is to be proud of, to love and to truly live in. Land Size: 583m2 Office: Keysborough Ph: 9701 8611

Le Hoa Wysham 0418 566 133 Anthony Mondous 0417 508 189

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WE LOVE IT

DANDENONG NORTH features spacious bedrooms and living room, gas heating and cooking, all in a handy location with schools, local shops, Oasis swimming complex all within walking distance, and a bus stop at the front door.

This would be an ideal first home or investment with dual occupancy potential on 580 square metres. It is squeaky clean and well maintained with nothing to do so the new owners would be able to move straight in and renovate at their leisure or rent straight out. Sitting on a level block, this site would be ideal to either retain the existing home and build behind or knockdown and redevelop the whole site either now or in the future. However it could also be suited for medical or business purposes, subject to council approval, with its excellent main road exposure. This comfortable three bedroom home

POSTCODE

3175

Keysborough 22 Waterlily Way

Designer Family Home

Auction

Sleek modern elegance and spacious internal living are the highlights of this 5 bed, 3 bath home in Crystal Waters Estate. Boasts formal lounge and dining, generous family and meals, stone kitchen, master bed (ensuite, WIR), upstairs retreat, huge rear courtyard and double garage. In Haileybury College zone.

Saturday 8th August @ 11am View Wed 5-5.30pm & Sat 10.30-11am Adrees Ezadyar 0402 543 084 adrees.ezadyar@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 9547 0000

Ray White Noble Park/Springvale 1193681

BARRY PLANT DANDENONG, 9706 7455 SHAGI PATHMANATHAN, 0413 076 585 AND GAVIN ANDREWS, 0407 779 232 1423 HEATHERTON ROAD INSPECT: SATURDAY, 11AM-11.30AM TERMS: 10 PER CENT DEPOSIT, BALANCE 30/60 DAYS AUCTION: SATURDAY, 22 AUGUST

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alexscott.com.au 93A Keneally Street, Dandenong

2A 1B 1C

Keysborough 198 Bloomfield Road MODERN AND STYLISH Located in the Ultra modern Metro Village Estate is this two bedroom apartment. A top floor apartment with tenants in place, A beautiful kitchen, with European appliances adjoining the dining / living rooms, two large balconies and a secure garage. Add to this heating / cooling and an alarm system. Only minutes from the Dandenong railway station and shops makes this an ideal investment or owner occupied Townhouse.

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By Appointment Emil Sawiris 0411 886 807

Berwick 49 High Street. 9707 2000 berwick@alexscott.com.au 16 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 3 August, 2015

Auction Reserve in Price Range Three bedrooms (2x BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) serviced by family bathroom Ducted heating and standard air conditioning Huge garage - integrated home office + additional storage and shed

534 m

Auction 15 Aug 12:30pm Price Guide $389K-$419K Inspect Sat 12:00pm

Shop 13 Narelle Dr, Aspendale Gardens S/C VIC 3195 03 8586 6411

Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157

Byron Elrod 0434 262 589

isellgroup.com.au 1193656

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Auction this Saturday

Keysborough 64 Marriott Drive 5 n n

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Auction Reserve in Price Range Formal lounge, casual living and dining + rumpus room and alfresco dining A richly finished kitchen, featuring stone benchtops & s/steel appliances Five bedrooms + two powder rooms Master suite with bath & dual vanities

Keysborough 7 Wendyn Avenue 560 m

Auction 8 Aug 11:00am

Dee Kawsar 0423 215 815

Price Guide $775K-$850K

Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157

Inspect Sat 10:30am

Exceptional living/dining domains+ home theatre/rumpus room A sophisticated kitchen boasting Bosch/Technika stainless steel appliances 4-robed bedrooms, Master serviced by contemporary ensuite

634 m

Auction 15 Aug 11:00am Price Guide $720,000+ Inspect Wed 5th 6:30pm

Paul Sinclair 0409 809 996

Dee Kawsar 0423 215 815

Keysborough 30 Greenside Crescent 4 n

619 m

Spacious open plan living, meals & kitchen domain opening

Four-robed bedrooms serviced by full family bathroom,

out to a stunning paved patio + solar-heated pool & spa

separate toilet & laundry, Master inclusive of huge WIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,

Formal lounge, large retreat & study area

retreat area & private ensuite

Modern kitchen boasting a plethora of cabinetry, huge

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breakfast bar, stainless steel Technika & Blanco appliances

bedrooms, security doors, alarm system & 1 x 3000lt water

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Shop 13 Narelle Dr, Aspendale Gardens S/C VIC 3195

03 8586 6411

Auction 20 Aug 7:00pm Price Guide $750,000+ Inspect Sat 1:00pm

Michael Choi 0431 063 855

Byron Elrod 0434 262 589

isellgroup.com.au 1193654

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DANDENONG 1423 HEATHERTON ROAD Move straight in or rent out immediately. Level flat 580m2 block, ideal for dual occupancy, medical, business purposes STCA with excellent main road exposure. Spacious bedrooms & living, moments to schools, shops, bus stop.

DANDENONG 32 HUGHES CRESCENT

Fantastic investment or just a great home to live in. Flat 613m2 block approx. has dual occupancy potential STCA whilst retaining the original home, even perfect as a new home site. Existing 2 bedroom brick home features good sized bedrooms, spacious lounge, kitchen with gas cooking, central bathroom, separate toilet and bonus of a supersized 12mx6m (approx.) 4 car garage. Leased at $295 p/week to excellent tenants, the home is located in an area exploding with development, just a short stroll to Lyndale Primary & High schools, Bus & local shops. METHOD TERMS PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Sat 8th August 11am unless sold prior 10% Deposit Balance 60/90 Days Suit $350+ Buyers Wed 5-5:30pm Sat 10:30-11am Ari Oinonen 0402 349 644

Sat 22nd August 11am unless sold prior TERMS 10% dep bal 30/60 Days INSPECT Sat 11-11:30am PRICE Contact Agent CONTACT Shagi Pathmanathan 0413 076 585

Barry Plant Dandenong

Appraisal Hotline Please call

9706 7455

DANDENONG 4 Langhorne Street 9706 7455 | PROUDLY SERVICING: • Endeavour Hills • Doveton • Hallam • Dandenong • Dandenong North

www.delrealestate.com.au

Modern Living at its Finest

2 Houses, 1195 sqm Land, how can you go wrong?

These brand new apartments make a fantastic first home, investment or home to downsize into.

An amazing opportunity to acquire this double block with a total land area of 1195 sqm (approx). You will not be short of development options with possibility to keep the front 2 dwellings and build along the rear or to bring your bulldozer and to start from scratch with a wide frontage of approximately 31 metres (STCA). The great part is that both of the existing dwellings are currently leased for a total of $510 per week, giving you a terrific rental return. With convenient access to all amenities including local shops, schools and public transport as well easy access to central Dandenong and Monash Freeway, these homes are perfectly positioned for you to maximise on your investment. Arrange to inspect today.

Conveniently positioned within walking distance to public transport services and both primary and secondary schools. All apartments comprise 2 bedrooms with the master bedroom encompassing a modern en suite and both bedrooms providing built in robes. With modern necessities which include open plan living, meals and kitchen areas, excellent sized balconies in all apartments. With the opportunity to still claim the $10,000 First Home Owners Grant, these apartments need to be on your shopping list.

PRICE: From $295,000 INSPECT: Wednesday 5th of August 2015 at 4:15pm-5:15pm Saturday 8th of August 2015 at 2:00pm-3:00pm

FOR SALE: 149A Princes Highway Dandenong Ranko Delibasic : 0422 991 375 e: ranko.delibasic@delrealestate.com.au

AUCTION: Saturday 29th of August 2015 at 12:30pm TERMS: 10% Deposit, Balance in 30-60 Days INSPECT: Saturday 8th of August at 12:00pm-12:30pm

AUCTION: 47 & 49 Box Street Doveton Theo Maric : 0411 410 744 e: theo.maric@delrealestate.com.au

Ranko Delibasic : 0422 991 375 e: ranko.delibasic@delrealestate.com.au

Theo Maric : 0411 410 744 e: theo.maric@delrealestate.com.au 1193668

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NOBLE PARK OOZING COUNTRY STYLE! 33 McIntyre Road, Yarragon

Contact:฀Anthea฀Wood฀0419฀842฀201 John Kerr Real Estate, Trafalgar

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This spacious home sitting on an allotment of 731 square metres of prime residential land in a residential growth zone provides a great opportunity for developers who want to secure their next project in a great location or buyers seeking the perfect investment for great rewards. Right from the moment visitors enter they will feel the warmth of a home that has been cherished for years. This weatherboard home features a spacious lounge, kitchen/meals area, three bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside there is a large backyard, pergola, shed and more car parking spaces. Developers would be able to rent it out while they are waiting for plans to be realised or buyers who are seeking a smart investment for great rewards in an outstanding location.

POSTCODE

BARRY PLANT NOBLE PARK, 8710 0000 JENNY SUDRA, 0422 991 593 2 ROMSEY STREET INSPECT: AS ADVERTISED OR BY APPOINTMENT TERMS: 10 PER CENT DEPOSIT, BALANCE IN 60 TO 90 DAYS AUCTION: SATURDAY, 22 AUGUST, 2PM

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SALES OFFICE 630 HALL RD, CRANBOURNE, VIC, 3977 MEL REF 132 K4 Disclaimer: Information contained herein is subject to change without notice. No responsibility is accepted by the vendor nor the agent for any action taken in reliance thereon. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves on all aspects. Details herein do not constitute any representation by the vendor or the agent and are expressly excluded from any contract. Images are artist’s impression and for illustrative purposes only. Public open space subject to change. 1193709-KK32-15

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The Fitzroy 244 from $204,999*

G.J. Gardner Homes is now open in Dandenong!!

Drop in and have a chat to

To celebrate we are offering the Fitzroy 244 at the special price from $204,999* Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on this impressive and practical family home at a great price as this offer ends October 31st.

your local team today.

Unit 2, 260-276 Abbotts Rd,

+ 4 Bedrooms + Media Room

Dandenong South

+ Activity area + Open plan living

Call 0427 538 355

+ Walk in pantry + Alfresco area

or visit us online at gjgardner.com.au

+ Ensuite and walk in robe to master

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NEW HOMES & LAND

BUILDING FRANCHISE OPENS IN SOUTH EAST Ross Morley, the head of Victoria and Tasmania for GJ Gardner Homes, believes that the balance of first home buyers as well as second and third home owners in the Melbourne south-east area suits the varied GJ Gardner Homes offerings. “While we have some simple, standard designs, our builds often incorporate a certain amount of customisation on most clients’ homes, especially those clients that have owned or built a home previously. “They know what they want and we like to accommodate.” “The City of Casey is the eighth fastestgrowing municipality in Australia and the third fastest-growing municipality in Victoria. GJ Gardner Homes is at the forefront of design and quality and the Melbourne south east franchise will be servicing this community and its surroundings for many years to come,” Mr Morley said. “Luke and Andrew, each with more than 16 years of experience in the building industry, bring a wealth of residential building knowledge and great friendly, practical customer service to their clients,” Mr Morley said. Anyone who is interested in talking with the Melbourne south east team about their next home building project can feel free to visit the office at Unit 2, 260-276 Abbotts Road, Dandenong South, or phone the office to make an appointment with Luke O’Connor on 0427 538 355.

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Franchised homebuilder GJ Gardner Homes is excited to welcome the latest addition to its Victorian operations with the opening of its Melbourne south east branch today (Monday) in Dandenong South. The owners of the new franchise, Luke O’Connor and Andrew Timms, are excited to be able to continue to develop highquality affordable homes with the GJ Gardner Homes banner in the Casey and Greater Dandenong area. The building duo have a combined experience of 33 years in the building industry. Luke is a registered builder with 17 years’ experience in estimating and site management and previously as a carpenter and joiner. Andrew has 16 years of residential and commercial experience in estimating and site management. The Melbourne south east team is experienced in new homes, multi-unit sites, knockdown rebuilds, house and land, turnkey construction, townhouses and sloping blocks. “The area itself has a very diverse range of residents,” Mr Timms said. “It’s a multicultural area and has a diverse range of economic standing. “Our market is the full spectrum from first and second home buyers all the way through to higher-end inner city properties. “We work with our clients to suit their needs and budget,” Mr Timms said.

Introducing …

Clovelly 266B

Brighton Facade

Designed perfectly to suit your lifestyle INCLUSIONS

Dwelling size: 29sq

$271,110

UÊ6 Star Energy Rating UÊTiled Roof Covering UÊFace brickwork & feature panelling Front Facade UÊFloorcoverings UÊUnder rooﬂine Alfresco area UÊSectional Panel Lift Garage Door with Remote UÊ900mm Stainless Steel Appliances

Showroom 3 Clovelly Way, Ofﬁcer Timbertop Estate

For more information contact Courtney Eacott M: 0432 887 674 Ph: (03) 5942 6074 E: courtney@cheviothomes.com.au Head Ofﬁce: (03) 5941 4944 www.cheviothomes.com.au 1193797-KK32-15

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AGENT'S CHOICE

KEYSBOROUGH This upmarket dwelling is the ultimate entertainer offering a super spacious family home, amazing outdoor entertaining area and room for cars, boats and toys. The home sits peacefully in a quiet pocket of Keysborough, directly facing lush wetlands that host a myriad of beautiful local wildlife so the new owner will be spoiled by the stunning natural surrounds of this generous property. It features superior, modern fixtures and fittings, an impressive open plan family lounge, meals and chef’s kitchen complete with huge breakfast bar and stainless steel Technika and Blanco appliances. There is a seamless flow through to the tropical-style paved alfresco and barbecue entertaining area, solar-heated sunken

POSTCODE

3173

Quartzon concrete pool and luxurious above ground spa with gazebo. This is a timeless space that will inspire year-round entertaining! The formal living and rumpus areas provide alternative areas for relaxing with friends while the study and home office ensures a quiet spot for getting the job done. It includes four well-appointed bedrooms with wardrobes, full family bathroom, separate toilet and laundry, luxurious master bedroom with huge private ensuite, retreat and walk-in wardrobes that all go to provide unparalleled comfort for the whole family. Surrounded by quality homes in a fantastic neighbourhood, this property will provide the new owner with a beautiful lifestyle for years to come.

ISELL GROUP, 8586 6411 BYRON ELROD, 0434 262 589 30 GREENSIDE CRESCENT INSPECT: SATURDAY, 1PM PRICE: $750,000 PLUS AUCTION: TWILIGHT AUCTION, 20 AUGUST, 7PM

DISPLAY & LAND

LOCATOR BOTANIC RIDGE

CLYDE NORTH

BOTANIC RIDGE

4 HOMES ON DISPLAY

Cnr Smiths Lane & Browns Rd Botanic Ridge.

NEW DISPLAYS NOW OPEN

Business Hours are: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat & Sun 12pm-5pm

PHONE 9785 9339 www.botanicridge.com.au

CRANBOURNE EAST

4 - 10 Bonnington Boulevard, Clyde North. Mel Ref: 131 D8

CALL 03 9796 3944 www.profine.com.au

CRANBOURNE SOUTH

CLYDE NORTH

HIGHGROVE

LAND SALES AND INFORMATION CENTRE

BERWICK WATERS ESTATE

Cnr Berwick-Cranbourne Rd and Pattersons Rd, Clyde North Melway ref: 134 K7

Open 7 days: 11am - 5pm

Fixed price homes from $299,900 Adjacent to Amstel Golf Course, 1030 Cranbourne-Frankston Rd, Cranbourne Fairwaypark.com.au

9704 4088

1800 273 543

1800 444 447

www.highgrove.com.au

CRANBOURNE WEST

56 - 60 Flowerbloom Crescent North Clyde

CRANBOURNE WEST

PARKS EDGE

SETTLERS RUN

AMBROSIA

149-150 Prendergast Avenue Cranbourne East Melway Ref: 134 E7 Open 7 days, 11.00am – 5.00 pm

Land Sales Centre Open daily from 11am to 5pm

Cnr Westernport Highway & Hall Road, Cranbourne West (Melway ref: 132 H5)

1 Settlers Run, Cranbourne South Melway ref: 133 C11

Sales Office Now Open 7 Days 12pm - 5pm

11 Red Maple Drive, Cranbourne West

PHONE: 5995 3223

9704 4087

03 9704 4030

PHONE 9785 6788

CRANBOURNE

www.ambrosialiving.com.au

CASIANA GROVE ESTATE Open 7 days, 11.00am – 5.00pm

CRANBOURNE’S NEWEST BOUTIQUE ESTATE

Display suite now open

LONGWARRY stockmansWOOD A B R E AT H O F F R E S H A I R

NEW TITLE RELEASE LAND SALE HOUSE & LAND FROM $290,000 TURN KEY

PHONE 5940 9922

OFFICER

AFFORDABLE BOUTIQUE LIVING Cardinia Road, Officer Melway ref: 215 C7

PHONE 1300 97 62 64 www.cardiniavillage.com.au

PAKENHAM

700M2+ BLOCKS Officer’s No. 1 Land Estate & Display Village with 32 new homes 11am - 5pm Daily 325 Princes Highway, Officer

PHONE 1300 925 349

WARRAGUL

ASCOT

WATERFORD RISE

Located in the Heart of Pakenham * Leading home builders * Parks and wetlands * Walk to train and Town centre

27-29 Silkwood Drive Warragul Melway Ref: X912 V7 Open 7 days, 11.00am – 5.00pm

PH: 9684 8143 www.ascot.com.au

61 Racecourse Rd, Pakenham

9704 4040

OFFICER

GRANDVUE

NORTH SIDE

Two homes on display

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

FLAMINGO 30 SANTE FE 32

PHONE: 1300 737 851 www.grandvue.com.au

Open Sat to Wed 12noon till 5pm

1300 227 665 aaronjhomes.com.au

TO ADVERTISE IN OUR DISPLAY HOME & LAND LOCATOR, PLEASE PHONE

5945 0666

BELANT WAY, CLYDE NORTH (MELWAY REF 134 K5) ON DISPLAY: The Flinders

THE AVENUE

www.settlersrun.com.au

OFFICER

SELANDRA RISE

NARRE WARREN SOUTH

KIMBERLEY DOWNS ESTATE

STONELEIGH ROAD, CRANBOURNE NORTH (MELWAY REF 130 K11) ON DISPLAY: The Cottesloe Mk 11 The Calandra - Open Soon

BERWICK WATERS FLOWERBLOOM CRESCENT CLYDE NORTH (MELWAY REF 131 C8) ON DISPLAY: Sat-Wed 12-5pm The Armadale The Palm Cove

CASIANA GROVE

25 LOTS - SIZES 600M2 – 1112M2

RED MAPLE DRIVE, CRANBOURNE (MELWAYS REF 133 B6) ON DISPLAY: Sat-Wed 12-5pm The Colorado The Esprit

TIMBERTOP ESTATE

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YOUR HEALTH YOUR IMAGE Medication complications

Andrew Simmons says poor training is getting people into debt.

PEOPLE who are on immunosuppressant medication are at increased risk of skin cancer. Quite a lot of people need to take long term immunosuppressant medicines such as Cyclosporin or corticosteroids. They are people who have chronic rheumatological disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus, for example. People who have had kidney, heart or lung transplants are another example.

These very necessary medicines, unfortunately, have the side effect of increasing the risk of skin cancers on the sun exposed skin. It is thus recommended that people on these medications have a routine skin check every six to 12 months and report any changing or rapidly growing skin lesion to the doctor promptly. For further information contact Sun Patrol Clinic, 48 Van Der Haar Avenue, Berwick. Phone 9769 3358.

Squamous cell cancer on the ear of a man taking immunosuppressants.

Warning over Doctor goes with the flow fake job ads FAKE job ads and dodgy doorknockers are swindling up to $30,000 each from south-east students. Some have racked up the debt without even attending a class, warned South East Local Learning and Employment Network (SELLEN) CEO Andrew Simmons. “I’ve had conversations with at least a dozen, but I’d imagine the numbers would be higher,” he said. Mr Simmons said some registered training organisations (RTOs) were signing up unwitting students to get their hands on Federal Government funding. “There are some really good RTOs out there and we don’t want to tarnish everyone with the same brush,” he said. “But we’ve got RTOs or brokers who are literally doorknocking. “They’re promising laptops or tablets or gift cards as incentives for people to enrol. “We’ve got kids who are being sold courses and racking up huge financial debt through the

Federal Government without even attending a class.” He said some RTOs were advertising job positions that didn’t exist. When applicants arrive they’re told they don’t have the qualification and are encouraged to sign up to complete the required training. “Training seekers need to be really aware of what they’re signing into and the consequences,” Mr Simmons said. “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” He said some swindled students were subsequently missing out on proper training because they couldn’t access any more government funding and couldn’t pay upfront. He urged training seekers to ask RTOs where their graduates worked before signing up. “If it’s an early learning centre, call and ask what they think of the RTO,” he said. Mr Simmons said SELLEN surveyed school leavers for the State Government’s Track Connect project and received several reports about scams. He said they lodged complaints with the Victorian Reg-

istration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) and Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and investigations were ongoing. Mr Simmons said the Review of Quality Assurance in Victoria’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) System released on 29 June also identified issues in the training sector. The State Government pledged to implement the report’s 19 recommendations and announced a $9 million blitz on low-quality training providers. Training and Skills Minister Steve Herbert this was “a crucial first-step in ensuring Victoria’s training system is the best it can be by removing providers that provide poor or fraudulent outcomes which do not meet industry standards”. SELLEN is a communitymanaged network of southeast organisations interested in working to give 10 to 19-yearolds a better go at successfully moving through the education system to employment. It has about 250 members including schools, TAFEs, businesses, youth welfare agencies and individuals.

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DR LOUIS Loizou isn’t vein but he sure knows about them. Phlebologist Dr Loizou has been running Vein Solutions in Narre Warren for the past 15 years and has been treating all types of vein abnormalities for more than two decades. “I provide treatment for abnormal leg veins of all types from spiderveins to varicose veins and leg ulcers,” Dr Loizou said. “I provide minimally invasive leg vein treatments requiring no hospitalisation, no general anaesthetic - virtually back to work immediately. “What makes Vein Solutions different is that we offer basically walk in and walk out procedures that are proven to be very effective negating the need for hospitalisation.” Vein Solution also offers a discount to pensioners and health

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HAND Brake Turn is aiming to change even more lives through training. The Dandenong automotive centre has opened applications to anyone aged 15 years and over, removing its previous age cap of 22 years following community demand. Not-for-profit Concern Australia runs five nine-week courses hands-on, full-time automotive training course at Hand Brake Turn (HBT) each year. It covers panel beating, motor mechanics, car detailing, occupational health and safety and more and students who complete it achieve a Certificate II in Auto Body Repair. The next course starts on Monday 10 August. Requirements include basic literacy and numeracy skills, a willingness to learn and gain employment and a genuine interest in the automotive industry.

Dr. Mike Inskip Dr. Ankur Bansal Dr. Nisha James 48 Van der Haar Avenue, Berwick, Vic 3806 Phil Bloy and Marc Clothier at Hand Brake Turn. 142342 Picture: GARY SISSONS HBT administrator Rebecca Kats said the units counted towards auto industry apprenticeships. “Nine weeks here can literally cut 12 months off an apprenticeship,” she said. The course also sends them into apprenticeships with a head-start in auto knowledge, an idea of what aspect of the

industry they’re good at and enjoy, and job interview techniques. HBT also picks up donated vehicles to use for parts, sell for scrap or restore. Hand Brake Turn is at 7 Hilton Street, Dandenong. Phone 9793 1466 for more information or to request an interview.

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Park protest pressure By CASEY NEILL MORE than 60 people braved bitter weather conditions to battle for Springvale parkland. The Save Glendale Reserve group held a barbecue at the site on Sunday 26 July. City of Greater Dandenong has proposed selling neighbouring 75a Whitworth Avenue to Minaret College for $1.15 million to build a new kindergarten. The school leases a dilapidated kinder on the land but plans to end its tenure this year and leave the building vacant. Save Glendale Reserve wants the council to keep the land and demolish the kinder to create more open space. Brendan Nicholl said councillor Roz Blades and mayor Sean O’Reilly

attended the barbecue and that the council would vote on whether to sell the land on 10 August. “Time is crucial, therefore, to have some influence on the councillors’ decision,” he said. “I hope they will stand for community as opposed to private interest. “So far, well over half of our park has been sold to Minaret College. “The college can see themselves as winners already whereas the residents to date have been the losers.” Mr Nicholl said the council should retain the land “to stabilise this small remnant of park”. “It is not fair that we should lose this valuable asset so needed by the local community,” he said. “Families need parks close to home. Here it is already.”

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Depot site’s $11m sale set to fund masterplan quality residential development and the best of those put forward. “But this site - next to the upcoming new Springvale community precinct - is an ideal one to make a decision that maximises community benefit,” he said. “One way of doing this was to support an aged care facility or retirement home for older Springvale residents, as older residents have the time and inclination to make the most use of council community facilities and this would have put them

By CASEY NEILL THE sale of a former Springvale council depot site for $11 million will help to fund the $25 million Springvale Civic Site Masterplan. On Monday night last week councillors agreed to sell the 20,000 square metre site at 32-40 View Road to developer Met510. Councillor Matthew Kirwan agreed that the preferred tenderer was a high-

within walking distance.” Cr Maria Sampey also said aged care would have been a better choice, because the city was ageing and waiting lists were “unbelievable”. But Cr Peter Brown said the tenders including aged care were below the site’s sworn valuation, so the council could not legally accept them. He said doing so would also have resulted in the council spending $3 million to subsidise a private operation instead of

on the Springvale Civic Site Masterplan. Cr Brown said the preferred tender was not the highest, but did provide the best outcome. “When we sell land, what do we want for the outcome on the site and the neighbours?” he said. Cr Roz Blades said “tenders aren’t all about money”. “Tenders are a bit about a vision as well,” she said.

Council sets up charity A NEW council charitable fund will help Greater Dandenong groups support the municipality’s most needy. At their 27 July meeting councillors voted to establish the Greater Dandenong Charitable Fund to complement other community and government funding. Individuals, groups, agencies and businesses will be able to contribute to the fund under a tax-deductible umbrella. The council will appoint an advisory panel to promote fund-raising activities, advertise grant opportunities and make recommendations about allocating funds. It will include the mayor and a councillor, a senior council officer, a Lord Mayors Charitable Foundation representative and independent community representatives. A report said the fund would “encourage community and business donations to support the important work of local charitable organisations”.

TAX TIME

Ten tips make for ATO’s happy returns IN 2015 more than 12 million Australians are expected to lodge a tax return and the Australian Tax Office will probably have to contact more than 350,000 of them to correct mistakes. These ate the ATO’s top tips for getting tax right the first time. One - myTax makes life easier Preparing tax returns has never been easier than with online lodgement service, myTax. It only asks questions relevant to the person lodging and automatically includes information provided by employers, banks, government agencies and other third parties. This year people who lodge electronically will receive their notice of assessment and tax receipt straight to their myGov inbox. Two - Get App-y Now myTax is available through the ATO app. It can be used to track the progress of a return and see how quickly a tax

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Navigation aids on the way By CASEY NEILL SEALITE CEO Chris Proctor had breakfast guests giggling last week when he recounted the time he failed to heed his own product’s warning. He spoke at the 29 July Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Premier Regional Business Awards event at Sandown Greyhounds about the marine navigation aid company’s beginnings in a Mentone garage in 1983. He also shared the time he crashed an 11-tonne boat into an underwater boiler marked by a Sealite buoy, putting a hole in the hull. “We were so excited that it was our product in the water that we forgot it was a hazard marker,” Mr Proctor said. His father was an electronics hobbyist who took inspiration from lights at a Beaumaris aquaculture farm. He told the farmer he could design a better product and spent the next 15 years making them in a shed. They now have 120 staff across a factory in Somerville and sites in the US and UK. Mr Proctor took over the business about five years ago and his father moved into semi-retirement - albeit unsuccessfully. “We had a retirement party and everything and we brought out a cake and he showed up on the Monday,” he laughed. Mr Proctor completed a Bachelor of Science in 2002 and added a Masters in Marketing. He put his skills to full use when a potential French client wanted to meet at the company premises. He asked his lawyer to borrow a conference room at his Collins Street office, hung a Sealite sign on the door and told the customer their facility was too far away, so they kept an office in Melbourne. “We were literally in a tin shed at that stage,” he laughed. The company has expanded into aviation lighting and Mr Proctor now has his eyes on bases in Asia and the Middle East.

Talent spotting is the battle for industry “THE battle for manufacturing is as much a battle for talented people as anything else.” This was the key message from guest speaker Professor Geoff Brooks at the Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce Premier Regional Business Awards breakfast at Sandown Greyhounds on 29 July. He said many talented students eyed medicine or law studies. “We need to convince them to follow this path,” he said. Prof Brooks co-ordinates and develops manufacturingrelated research and education across Swinburne University of Technology and is a metallurgy expert. He spoke about the future directions of manufacturing. Prof Brooks graduated as an engineer in 1983 and “got the research bug” a few years later. He drove to Melbourne

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University and approached the engineering faculty about a PhD. They asked what he knew about metallurgy and he was

The Premier Regional Business Awards are designed to profile and highlight successful businesses in the region. They’re now in their 25th and final year so this year’s breakfast events will highlight successful businesses from the awards’ past and newcomers with a bright future. A gala dinner next March will cap off the celebratory year. Carl Bizon spoke about former winner TriMas, known as Horizon Global since 1 July. He’s responsible for 1207 employees across nine countries and a $200 million turnover.

soon on his way to visit John Floyd in Kitchen Road, Dandenong. “The technology developed in Kitchen Road, Dan-

The company makes about 4000 tow bars a day at its Keysborough, where it employs 350 people. “Who would have thought that a company in Dandenong would be putting a tow bar on a Maserati SUV in Turin, Italy?” Mr Bizon said. Horizon Global started in Dandenong 65 years ago when Eric Hayman couldn’t find the towbar he wanted, designed his own and started selling them as Hayman Reese. Mr Bizon spent $40 million to bring separate sites together as one headquarters in Keysborough. He said businesses needed to dedicate themselves to staying in

denong, is used in smelting around the world,” he said. “John Floyd had an enormous impact on my career.” Prof Brooks listed ways to turn around Australian manufacturing, including a shift to higher-value products and services, adapting existing strengths to new circumstances and linking manufacturing to innovation. He said innovation was about making the most of new materials and technology, business models and approaches, and novel designs and products. Prof Brooks said the digitisation of design had enabled testing in virtual environments, speeding up the prototyping process, and rapid sharing that removed borders. “I don’t think we’ve fully recognised the potential of it,” he said. He said technology also made finding specialised

the region. “It’s a big decision when everyone is leaving the country,” he said. “It’s the best thing we ever did.” Youth Enterprise Award nominee Emily Whitehead, 19, from Somerville, is studying tourism at Chisholm Institute. Emily’s teacher Vera Pyne said she passed her Certificate III with flying colours on Tuesday and would start her Certificate IV in coming weeks. Ms Pyne said Emily was willing to learn and grow, achieved at least 90 per cent in all of her assignments and was punctual despite her part-time job involving late hours.

skills and new ideas easier than ever before. “That’s a huge benefit of the world we’re living in at the moment,” he said. Prof Brooks urged guests to take inspiration from the late Steve Jobs’s efforts at Apple. “Make the consumer experience the heart of how you develop a product,” he said. Vacuum developer James Dyson set out to remove the word hoovering from the world’s vocabulary, vowing to make a better product. Prof Brooks said this was an example of determination to follow through on a clever idea. He also paraphrased 2012 Young Australian of the Year Marita Cheng who said the country needed to encourage children to become makers, not just consumers. “You’re a city of makers and you should be very, very proud of that,” he said. - CASEY NEILL

“She always says good morning with a smile - followed by a yawn,” she laughed. Emily said she dreamed of managing a travel agency in five years’ time but would also happily work in a hotel or resort. “I just want to get into the industry,” she said. Guest speaker Professor Geoff Brooks spoke about the future directions of manufacturing. He’s responsible for co-ordinating and developing manufacturing-related research and education across Swinburne University of Technology. His expertise is in the metallurgy field.

Manufacturing lobby group push to spread wings into south-east THE region’s manufacturing mouthpiece plans to grow its non-Dandenong membership. South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA) held its AGM at Sandown Racecourse on Thursday 30 July. President Simon Whitely told the 150-strong crowd that SEMMA had about 200 member companies, only 40 per cent based in Dandenong. “With support from a number of regional councils we are seeking to reposition SEMMA beyond the boundaries of our historical Dandenong base, with the ambition to unite the manufacturing sector of the entire region,” he said. Executive officer Adrian Boden encouraged members to inform SEMMA of the issues they were facing and possible solutions. “I am always ready to meet with any company looking to extend its network,” he said. “Collaboration among our members will not only increase the local pie but improve our capabilities. “Between our companies,

ART COMPETITION - CALL FOR ENTRIES It’s FREE. It’s DIFFERENT. It’s open to EVERYONE. Register your interest by 7 August 2015 (entries close 4 September) Wallara’s ‘Picture This’ 2015 art competition is now calling for entries. The competition is open to all members of the community: all ages and all walks of life. Entrants don’t need to be the best artist, they just need to get creative and paint, draw or produce a piece of artwork which depicts their interpretation of social inclusion for people with a disability. There will be two winners and their winning artworks will transform two of Wallara’s fleet of buses. A cheque for $250 will also be awarded to each of the winners. Entry is free.

SEMMA executive officer Adrian Boden and president Simon Whiteley. 142505 we have an incredibly diverse range of capabilities and technologies that could only benefit from more collaboration.” Mr Boden said SEMMA was in the past year instrumental in securing a bi-partisan preelection commitment to 50 per cent local content in Victorian trains and trams. SEMMA doubled its presence at this year’s AusTech expo during National Manufac-

turing Week, hosting 13 manufacturers plus City of Greater Dandenong, CSIRO and Swinburne. It took part in automotive industry discussions and continued to advocate for the Port of Hastings. “This whole region is a significant player in that sector and we have to think 20, 25 years ahead, not five to six years ahead,” Mr Boden said.

For more information or to download the registration and entry forms, please visit our website at http://www.wallara.com.au or contact ‘Picture This’ Art Competition Co-ordinator, Kay Noy on (03) 9767 3322 or email knoy@wallara.com.au.

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IN BRIEF Snow stopper MORE than 30,000 people flocked to Springvale Snow Fest - almost 10,000 above predicted numbers. But there’s room for improvement, Mayor Sean O’Reilly said at last Monday night’s City of Greater Dandenong council meeting. He said festival-goer feedback was that the snow trucked in from Mt Bulla didn’t meet their expectations. “If we’re advertising a snow fest, the snow’s got to be good,” he said. “If you’re running a pizza shop the pizza has to be good. The pasta doesn’t have to be good.” Councillor O’Reilly suggested selling timeslots rather than entry tokens next year to cut down on queuing.

By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS PHOTOJOURNALIST Barat Ali Batoor, who has chronicled hot-spots in Afghanistan and Pakistan, was surprised by what he found in, of all places, Nhill. In a matter of days, Batoor immersed himself into the world of a Burmese Karen refugee community that has injected “new life” into the rural town. He captured portraits of refugees settling with success - farming vegetables, toiling in a duck factory, learning at school and “the most colourful citizenship ceremony I’ve seen”. “I was thinking it would be a new community struggling to find work but I was surprised to see they’re doing very great. “They’re a very important part of the Nhill community and were warmly welcomed.” Batoor said 70 of the refugees were in full-time work as well as more employed as rangers at Werribee Mansion. Batoor’s works are part of settlement agency AMES’s 2015 Heartlands photographic exhibition Seeking Safety which opens in Dandenong on 6 August. It also features images of refugees captured by Abdul Ibrahim, Conor Ashleigh and Andy Drewitt. Batoor has recently returned from Pakistan where he has been shooting a documentary retracing his extraordinary journey from Afghanistan as a refugee. “It is a hard and dangerous journey. I’m finding some other stories, meeting many people affected by terrorism and bomb blasts.” In 2012 Batoor fled for his life from Afghanistan after bravely exposing the under-reported prostitution of ‘dancing boys’ by the nation’s warlords in an artfully-shot picture essay. Other photo essays have documented the Hazara community in Dandenong, a

Show helpers An image from Heartlands, an upcoming exhibition on refugee communities. Picture: BARAT ALI BATOOR Red Cross program for amputees in Afghanistan, the monstrous 2010 floods in Pakistan and local reaction to Osama Bin Laden’s assassination outside his formerly secret compound. He also took Walkely-winning photos of his treacherous epic journey through south-east Asia, including an aborted trip to Christmas Island in a sinking boat and an escape from an Indonesian detention centre. He plans to complete the project with

a trip to Indonesia this year. AMES chief executive Cath Scarth said the exhibition aimed to create a “conversation about our perceptions of refugees”. “I think it should remind people that many of us living here in Australia, at some point, came from somewhere else,” he said. The exhibition is at Walker Street Gallery on the corner of Walker and Robinson streets, Dandenong, from 6 to 31 August.

Barat Ali Batoor has taken his focus away from the world’s hot spots.

THE Dandenong Show needs men. Dandenong Agricultural and Pastoral Society’s Margaret Weightman is calling for volunteers to help her set up displays in the days leading up to the show which is on 14 and 15 November. “I need help with the heavy things,” she said. Phone 0408 387 126 or email mweightman1@bigpond.com to offer help.

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ST JOHN’S Regional College has been rehearsing dances, acts and lyrics for months and have produced an all singing, all dancing live musical. Students from all year levels have been involved in the making of the show from backstage to props and costumes. Written by Neil Gooding by arrangement with David Spicer Productions, the musical includes WHAM’s Wake Me Up Before You Go Go and Madonna’s Material Girl. ■ Drum Theatre, Lonsdale Street and Walker streets, Dandenong. Thursday 13, Friday 14 August at 7.30pm and Saturday 15 at 2pm. Tickets cost $12. Call the Drum Theatre to book on 8571 1666.

Dinosaurs in Springvale ERTH’S Dinosaur Zoo is arriving in Springvale this September. The children’s show includes largescale dinosaur puppets and prehistoric creatures from baby dinosaurs to the largest carnivores that ever walked the planet. The world’s largest flying insect the meganuera monyi will also be on display. Critics have described the show as an ‘extraordinary spectacle’. ■ Springvale Town Hall, 397 Springvale Road, Springvale. Thursday 10 September, noon and 6.30pm. All tickets cost $15 and parking is free. Book tickets at www.greaterdandenong.com/dinozoo or phone 8571 1666.

Anh Do at the Drum COMEDIAN Anh Do is bringing his best-selling memoir, The Happiest Refugee to life in a stand up live show. A mix of humour, real life stories, photos and film retell Anh’s story from a Vietnamese fishing boat to Australia. The memoir was recently awarded Book of the Year with sales in excess of 350,000. ■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker Street, Dandenong. Saturday 17 October, 8pm. Adult tickets $59.90, concession $54.90. Show time 90 minutes, no interval.

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Michelle, Adrian and Micaela jump for joy during rehearsals.s On Radio’s favourite sons are taking their show on the road. The live show replicates the format of the Coodabeen Champion’s radio show featuring all their favourite callers - Pearl From the Peninsula, Peter from Peterborough, Nige from North Fitzroy, Guru Bob and all the regulars! ■ The Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Tuesday 4 August, 8pm. Adult $35, concession $30 and friends of Drum Theatre at concession prices. Phone 8571 1666 between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday for more details.

View club dinner GUEST speaker Carol Martyn, also known as Dr De Clutter, will be speaking about de-cluttering technology in support of the Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. ■ Dandenong RSL 44-50 Clow Street, Dandenong. Tuesday 11 August at 7pm. Bookings essential. For details contact Brigitte on 9795 1222.

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.

vale North. Every Tuesday evening from 7.30pm to 10pm. Each class is $12 or $15 for multiple classes on the same night. Contact Lou Mingaars on 0413 393 345 for more information.

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YOUNG people can learn about looking after themselves and their mob, meet new people, learn skills, connect with their culture and more at this Koorie program. It’s for ages 14 to 21 and food is provided. ■ YStop Dandenong, 39a Clow Street, opposite Dandenong Market. Tuesdays, 4pm to 6.30pm. Call Youth Services on 9793 2155 for more information.

THE Combined Probus Club of Waverley Gardens provides guest speakers, the dine out, garden, wanderers, walking, card, craft and coffee groups and trips and outings. New members are made welcome. ■ Vegas Venue, Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, corner of Police and Jacksons roads, Mulgrave. Meet on the last Tuesday of each month from 9.45am to noon. Call Don Lambie on 9560 6046 or Rick on 9801 4049 or email: wavgardcomprob@gmail.com for more details.

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JOIN in on the fun and learn to rock and roll, swing and line dance with like-minded people. ■ Edinburgh Hall, corner of Edinburgh and Dowling Street, Spring-

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

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■ 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.

Ballroom dancing JOIN in the social mixed styles of ballroom dancing at the Burden Park Bowling Club. There’s ballroom dancing every Monday from 6.30pm to 10pm, and every fifth Saturday there’s dancing from 1pm to 5pm and ballroom from 8pm to 11pm. BYO supper, drinks and glasses. ■ Burden Park Bowling Club, corner Heatherton and Springvale roads, Springvale South. Mondays are $5 per person and Saturdays are $8 per person. Phone June on 9798 1784 or Ray on 9547 1907 for more information.

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 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. Phone 1300 630 920 for more information.

The Social Knitwork KNITTERS and those who want to learn the craft can join the Social Knitwork each Wednesday morning. Make new friends while developing skills and sharing patterns and stories. ■ Dandenong Library, level two, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dandenong. Wednesdays, 10.30am to noon. No bookings required.

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All together for service By CASEY NEILL THE new Ermha headquarters is more than an office space - it’s a community. And the Dandenong South space is increasing staff productivity and the notfor-profit’s ability to serve people in need throughout the south-east. Ermha supports people facing challenges resulting from a disability, mental illness, homelessness, or experiences of trauma or substance use to live the life they choose. Its 200-plus team members had been running between four buildings on Robinson Street in Dandenong to find space for a meeting, chat to a colleague or pick up a document. At the end of June they came together in a new head office in the Estate One precinct on the Princes Highway. “It’s actually been quite exciting for all the staff,” Ermha marketing and communications executive director Christine Thornton said. “It’s created a new environment that’s more of a community, more of a family feel. “With the different sites we didn’t get that chance to integrate with all the other programs. “I feel like we have so much more productivity. “I feel like I’m much more productive having everybody around and being able to see where people are, so you can go have a conversation with them right away instead

of being hidden in little spaces.” Ermha took the move as an opportunity to introduce hot-desking. “The exciting thing about that is all different levels of the organisation are working with everyone,” Ms Thornton said. “Because they’re sharing hot desks and they’re all in the same area, there’s a lot more cross-communication between the programs. “I feel like we’re providing more coordinated services.” She said the new space was bright and open, but had breakout rooms for when staff needed quite time or a client meeting. “The clients absolutely love it. They’re starting to feel very welcome,” Ms Thornton said. She said Ermha had been expanding at a rapid rate and outgrew its spaces. “It was never our plan to have four leases in four different buildings. It was just meeting demand,” she said. “We couldn’t just go out and move our head office every time we got a new contract.” So Ermha signed a seven-year, $411,445 per annum lease for a 1349 square metre space at 81-125 Princes Highway. “We are still maintaining our drop-in space at 65 Robinson Street,” Ms Thornton said. “We knew we still needed to maintain our representation in the CBD of Dandenong.”

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Digging in and growing up

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By GEORGIA WESTGARTH ALONG with the rest of Australia, Dandenong took to Tatterson Park and Fotheringham Reserve for a whole lot of planting. A part of Planet Ark’s National Tree Day, the City of Greater Dandenong and fellow gardeners marked the campaign’s 20-year anniversary by planting flowering goodenia and basket grass in Dandenong on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July. This year’s theme of You Can Grow So Much focused on the wealth of opportunities that nature can bring to people’s lives and Mayor Sean O’Reilly said the day was about planting seedlings and being a part of the plan to green parks and reserves, support local wildlife and beautify the city. “Planting days are a great way to experience nature and meet other like-minded people within your community,” Cr O’Reilly said. Participants brought along a pair of their own gardening gloves and a hand trowel and got their hands dirty for a green cause. Green thumbs were also treated to a nature walk after their hard work and a barbecue lunch. Alex Moodie from the council’s bushland management team said 600 indigenous grasses, sedges, rushes and shrubs were planted at Tatterson Park and 1102 at Fotheringham Reserve. “It was a very successful weekend and it’s always great to get the community involved in improving habitat values of the two sites and reintroducing homes and foods for the local fauna,” Ms Moodie said.

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ESSENDON great Tim Watson will be the guest speaker at Greater Dandenong Chamber of Commerce’s annual Grand Final Charity Lunch. Watson played 307 games for Essendon, won three premierships, coached St Kilda during 1999 and 2000 and now presents sport on Channel 7’s weeknight news bulletin. The lunch will raise money for Make-A-Wish Australia and will also feature sporting memorabilia auctions, games and raffles. It will be held from noon to 2.30pm on Wednesday 30 September at Sandhurst Club, 75 Sandhurst Boulevard, Skye. Tickets are $95 per person or $850 for a table of 10. Bookings by Wednesday 23 September to www.greaterdandenongchamber.com.au.

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David Minett putting the finishing touches on the flowering goodenia he just planted.

Park maintenance officer Erland Cazeneuve with bushland maintenance officer Simonette Charles on National Tree Day.

POLICE have arrested and charged a 15-yearold Keysborough boy after more than 20 parked cars in Cheltenham sustained damage on Monday. They allege the vandalism spree occurred in several streets between 4am and 5am, and yesterday charged a Keysborough boy with motor vehicle theft and 28 counts of criminal damage. He will appear at a children’s court at a later date.

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Clydesdale hits an Opals’ stride By JARROD POTTER SOMETIMES reality can exceed even your wildest dreams. Earning an Australian Opals’ debut at her Dandenong Basketball Stadium home-court on Monday night was beyond belief for Endeavour Hills’ basketballer Aimie Clydesdale. Clydesdale, 21, is in the midst of a year beyond compare as she goes from strength to strength wherever she is assigned, including her first national senior selection. Earning her Australian Opals call-up, after impressively battling the rest of the world at the World Uni Games in South Korea last month, Clydesdale’s inaugural campaign with the country’s senior women’s team was a resounding success. She featured in all three clashes against Japan - held in Dandenong, Frankston and Ballarat recently - as the Opals claimed the series 2-1. “It was a great experience - something that I was really happy to be a part of,” Clydesdale said. “Got to make my first debut game for the Opals on my home court, so it was really amazing. “It was a real honour - the Opals don’t play in Australia very often, so I was really lucky to get that opportunity and the home crowd gave me a big welcome… I was really happy to be a part of it.” It all comes back to that first step on court Monday - her court ever since starting out as a junior Ranger - as Clydesdale was subbed in to join the elite pantheon of Australian Opals representatives. “Probably just my first call up onto the court

for my first game,” Clydesdale said. “We were playing 14 players so I wasn’t sure when I was going to hit the court or if I was going to hit the court. “When I made my first sub into the game I think that was probably a really special moment for me - I was a bit nervous about it but really excited as well.” It adds yet another layer to an impressive year for the pacey point-guard, but it’s all driven by her tenacious appetite to improve. “It’s been a massive year for me - it’s what you wait for, you put all the hard work in, in hope that something like this is going to happen… I feel really luck that I was asked to be part of the Opals’ squad… from that moment on it’s all gone upwards and will only keep going upwards,” Clydesdale said. “I’ve just got to keep on top of it - keep working hard - and hopefully have a really good WNBL season… we’ll see what happens from there.” Australian Opals’ coach Brendan Joyce said he wanted to promote Clydesdale quickly through the ranks as she has the potential to become a major part of Australia’s basketball future. “We’ve identified that she has some really good physical traits and good basketball skill, so we really wanted to involve her and expose her to an opportunity at the World Uni Games and also the Opals’ camps to expedite her development,” Joyce said. “She’s done a really good job - we are certainly about exposing players not only for now but for the future. “Aimie is very quick and she’s got a good in-

Aimie Clydesdale savoured her first outing for the Australian Opals as the Dandenong basketball star continues to surge onwards and upwards in 2015. 142321 Pictures: GARY SISSONS tellect and she’s good size for a guard as well so there’s huge potential there.” Clydesdale will return to Dandenong for the remainder of the 2015 SEABL season - with her

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Awards highlight region By JARROD POTTER STARTING a new tradition of awarding our sporting best, the City of Greater Dandenong’s first annual Sports Awards highlighted how many great sportspeople and administrators the region holds. Bringing together Dandenong’s sports community - from football, cricket, athletics, rugby league and many other codes - the region celebrated the brilliant achievements of athletes, clubs and volunteers throughout 2014. Announcing the winners on Wednesday evening at Shepley Oval, Dandenong’s finest were acknowledged after an extensive nomination process. Taking out the major awards for athletes were Sifan Badada (Springvale Little Athletics Club), Dandenong Women’s cricketer Carin Eastburn and Lifestyle Martial Arts rising star Aaliyah Corles. Michael Selio (South East Titans RLC) was named Dandenong’s coach of the year for his work in rugby league, with Catherine Green highly commended for her work at Koala Gymnastics. Others to impress came from Noble Park as the Tennis Club’s SAIL Project, helping encourage Sudanese immigrants and the Bulls’ under-13 team winning the 2014 South East Juniors premiership.

By JARROD POTTER EIGHT Dandenong Stingrays have been handpicked by AFL recruiters to test at the prestigious AFL National Draft Combine later this year. Needing at least five AFL clubs to show an interest to get a nomination, the Stingrays’ stars are part of the 75 best prospects for this year’s draft. The combine is the final scouting tool available to AFL clubs ahead of October’s national draft and the Stingrays’ eight will be assessed based on endurance, speed, jumping capability, kicking, handballing and psychometric evaluations. Beaconsfield Football Club in particular is extremely well represented with 2014 Casey Cardinia premiership winning pair Brandon White and Thomas Jok earning selection on the back of exceptional work in the Vic Country, TAC Cup and schoolboys systems. The other two Eagles set to soar at the combine are national champions Tommy Glen and Bailey Rice. Three All Australians - Keiran Collins, Jacob Weitering and ruckman Gach Nyuon - were part of the final 75 as well as fellow national championships winner Kurt Mutimer. Dandenong Stingrays’ region manager Mark Wheeler said it was proof positive of the Stingrays’ exceptional list to get eight members into this select group. “As a club we’re extremely happy,” Wheeler said. “To have eight out of one club - we always thought we had a strong year and always thought a really deep list and it’s proving that. “They’ve all done the work and now it’s just about finishing it off.” Gippsland Power had five make the shortlist with Warragul twins Ben and Harry McKay

Rangers sitting on top of the SEABL East Conference and set to feature prominently in finals. Clydesdale’s gaze then shifts to the 2015/16 WNBL season.

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Brandon White is one of eight Stingrays - and four Beaconsfield players - set to be tested at the AFL National Draft Combine in October. 142263 Picture: JARROD POTTER selected for their impressive forward-line performances alongside potential Sydney Swans’ father-son selection Josh Dunkley. The combine’s list has yet to be finalised with further players able to be added throughout the remainder of the season. The testing runs from 8-11 October.

AFL 2015 NATIONAL DRAFT COMBINE DANDENONG STINGRAYS: Kieran Collins, Tommy Glen, Thomas Jok, Kurt Mutimer, Gach Nyuon, Bailey Rice, Jacob Weitering, Brandon White. GIPPSLAND POWER: Nash Holmes, Ben McKay, Sam Skinner, Harry McKay, Josh Dunkley.

Coach of the Year: Michael Selio - South East Titans RLC. Highly Commended Coach: Catherine Green - Koala Gymnastics Club. Volunteer (joint-winners): Tracey Walden - Noble Park FC and Emma Gallagher - Dandenong Women CC. Top Club: Rosswood Tennis Club. Highly Commended Club: Noble Park JFC. Project: Noble Park Community Tennis Club- SAIL (Sudanese Australia Integrated Learning) Project. Highly Commended Project: Club Noble. Male Athlete: Sifan Badada - Springvale LAC. Female Athlete: Carin Eastburn - Dandenong Women’s CC. Junior Athlete: Aaliyah Corles - Lifestyle Martial Arts. Team of the Year: Noble Park JFC under-13 team.

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The Burra’s new game plan By JARROD POTTER SFL DIVISION 2 - Round 15 ADJUSTING to life without two preeminent pieces of their potential premiership puzzle, Keysborough managed to knock off a fast-starting Springvale Districts to record win number 13. Without star forward Tyson King and club cult hero Corey Wilkinson, Keysborough has to rearrange the decks and find new options in its pursuit of an inaugural SFL finals’ campaign. While the side had trouble starting afresh without the power-packed tandem, there was more than enough firepower from a team-wide performance to boot 20 goals and ease home against Springvale Districts. The first quarter was played on the Demons’ terms for the first 15 minutes as the efforts of Rob Johnston and Dylan Bramble made life in the Keysborough forward line difficult. Districts’ Luke Morrey (3 goals) found some open space to leave the Burra’s battle an uphill one, just to maintain their lead at the first break. It was up to the Burra to strike back - with Richard Minney and Glen Hawthorn rebounded with aplomb across the Demons’ forward 50. It brought into the match Keysborough’s notso-secret forward weapon to replace King - with the big buckets of Davor ‘Moose’ Rajic put to the test. Rajic (8 goals) was sensational in the forward line - with most passes sticking square in his big dukes, while his kicking was just as promising. Matt Collett (4 goals) and Bryce Sutton (3 goals) also lined up to join the party as Keysborough charged home to take the 92-point win. The match devolved through the remaining stanzas as Keysborough booted 15 goals to three following quarter time - a sensational turn around after the Demons’ early surge. Burra coach Ryan Goodes said the new-look structure was taken to by everyone and he was pleased to see the whole side step up. While Keysborough will have to adapt to the

Above: Matthew Pay and Ryan Goodes battle it out in the air. 142544 Right: Davor Rajic was sensational in the Keysborough forward line - booting eight majors in the Burra’s win over Pictures: JARROD POTTER new regional rival Springvale Districts. 142544 new style, Goodes said it’s all the side can rely on coming into finals with its injury list building. “I think our mindset wasn’t probably right going in - you know it’s hard to bounce back after losing Tyson and losing Wilko,” Goodes said. “Different styles depending on who we come up against - going down a different path at the moment… late in the season to start a new game style… but our hand has been forced.” Springvale Districts were gallant in defeat as Rob Johnston, Dylan Bramble and Matt Thompson threw their bodies around in the defensive end while Morrey was a perennial target up forward. Doveton Eagles received a belting in the other SFL Division-2 match in the local region, downed to the tune of 98 points by Oakleigh District.

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Endeavour Hills was narrowly knocked over by seven points against Moorabbin, while Hallam and Dandenong were both beaten soundly by Black Rock and Mt Waverley respectively.

EFL DIVISION 1 - Round 15 THEY had to do it the hard way. Once again the sleepy Bulls almost left their rampage towards the final siren too late, but were able to brush aside Blackburn by eight points. Five-goals down at quarter time was reminiscent of last week’s troubling start against North Ringwood, but this time around there was no quick spree in front of goals to amend the slow start. From all parts the Bulls chipped away at the lead with experienced trio Tim Harper (3 goals), Kyle Martin and Ziggie Alwan (2 goals each) rattling off the majors.

It took until the final term for Noble Park to gain the lead as Blackburn faded away and couldn’t hold on. Noble Park maintains second spot in Division 1 and faces Norwood on Saturday at home.

VAFA DIVISION 2 - Round 15 ST JOHN’S cantered past South Melbourne Districts 25.12 (162) to 6.8 (44). A 14-goal opening half put the result to bed early as Aaron Thornton (7 goals) and Carson Strobel (5 goals) were unstoppable in the forward-50. Glenn Costas, Dan Cattolico and Corey Ladson were the JOCs’ best afield. St John’s sits outright second in Division 2 before hosting Monash Gryphons.

VAFA DIVISION 4 - Round 15 MASALA was soundly beaten by 152 points as Westburn Grammarians put the Tigers to the sword.

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Cougars charge on through By JARROD POTTER BIG V - DIVISION 2 FINALS STEPPING up under post-season pressure, Keysborough booked its place in the BIG V Division-2 Men’s semi-final after storming Craigieburn’s house and running off with the come-from-behind 88-81 victory. Putting to bed some of the memories of the 2012 BIG V grand final - where Craigieburn came from behind to knock over Keysborough in the three-game series - the Cougars had to work hard to edge past the Eagles by the final siren. Craigieburn flew out of the gates - extending a 50-41 lead at the half with their home court advantage showing its true value. But the relentless pace from coach Nathan Vogt’s flat-out offence started to grind the Eagles down in the second half. Malcolm Heard (26 points, 11 rebounds) put another all-star effort in the bank as he smashed apart Craigieburn’s defences under the rim. Andrew Lowe (9 points, 11 rebounds) nearly snared a doubledouble off only 20 minutes courttime in a superb performance while John Constance (12 points) - hitting clutch free throws late - and Steven Haddrell (10 points) kept the scoreboard ticking over. Not even the efforts of former

Keysborough point guard Eric Miraflores (25 points) could halt the Cougars’ charge towards the next playoff stage. Vogt said he wanted to put the Eagles’ bench under pressure and send the game into a frenzy the home side couldn’t match. “Basically we knew they weren’t going to go too deep, so the whole time we just tried to create a hightempo game and keep running them and hopefully crack them in the third or fourth quarter, which we did,” Vogt said. “We spent most of the night behind and according to the statistics we only spent 11 minutes in the lead... so one stage we were 12 points down in the second term, brought it back to nine at the half, and we outran them in the third and consolidated the game in the fourth to bring it home.” Keysborough will face Western Port away in the semi-final, with a time and date yet to be announced. “The advantage for us is that Western Port hasn’t played a game in two weeks,” Vogt said. “We match up well against them and have got a bit of a rivalry with them so it should be good.” Dandenong’s SEABL teams played Ballarat on Sunday afternoon after the Journal went to print.

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By JARROD POTTER GIVE him a ball, a bat or generally anything related to sport and Mohi Kahui will likely step up and star. Kahui, 14, from Noble Park, is a true sporting polymath - whenever he steps foot onto any sporting arena he excels. His sporting list at the moment is getting longer by the day: touch football, rugby, Australian football, netball, track and field athletics and baseball. After representing Victoria in baseball earlier this year, Kahui will add another stellar sporting achievement to his ever-burgeoning resume as he becomes a state touch football representative. The Keysborough College student will have to battle against his home nation - New Zealand - but he’s ready to fly across the wings to take on the challenge at the Pacific School Games. “It’s pretty cool as I haven’t played touch for a couple of years,” Kahui said. “I’ve played it on and off for about one year. “I like to play middle, halfback and wing - my favourite is probably wing, so I can step people and score the tries and set up the tries as well. “I think I’ve got a couple of friends in that team (New Zealand) - but it will be pretty hard versing them as they’re pretty good.” Balancing his love of all these different codes is challenging, but that’s the only way Kahui knows how to get into his sport - giving

Mohi Kahui is on his way to sporting stardom... in one code or another. 141954 Picture: JARROD POTTER everything a try. Whether infield, outfield or sacrifice hitting for the greater good of his side, Kahui loved his time playing baseball for Victoria and will likely find himself on the diamond in years to come for his adopted state. “Just the atmosphere - it was good up there... just playing against the other states was pretty cool,” Kahui said. Kahui would love to pursue a professional life in sport... but he’s going to have to experiment with his favourites for a bit longer to find out which one is his true passion. Kahui wanted to thank his parents and In2Fitness Health Club for their support. The Pacific School Games are held in Adelaide from 21 to 29 November.

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the first turn, allowing Kayda Shae to rail through and draw level with the seven-time group race winner. However Fernando Bale showed the extraordinary speed that has made him Australia’s premier sprinter, going on to win for the 26th time in his 32 career starts and be guaranteed a berth in the Nation Sprint Championship Grand Final. While his winning time of 29.34 was a long way outside of his best time at the track, it was still the fastest time recorded on the night (his 20th win in best of night time). Indeed, the next fastest heat winners - Margins and Ronray Spirit - registered victories in 29.60. Sandown Park is giving one lucky patron and a friend the chance to see Fernando Bale chase an unprecedented sixth Group-1

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