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Home and hosed LILIAN Pagels from Hoddles Creek CFA was the first junior firefighter from District 13 to compete at last year’s Australian National Fire Cadets’ Championships in Myuna Bay, NSW. 144437 Picture: ROB CAREW

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Hold-off on the burn-off By JESSE GRAHAM EMERGENCY services are urging residents not to be complacent with cooler weather and to dispose of their green waste safely, after dealing with residents burning off during mild days, despite restrictions being in place. Healesville Police Sergeant, Stewart Thomson, told the Mail that, during the last weekend of January, which saw rain and mild weather, some residents began burning off green waste. “Because we’ve had a bit of rain, people are starting to light fires,” Sgt Thomson said. He said police had spoken to two residents on Monday, 1 February, for burning off, with the CFA called out to another over the weekend. Sgt Thomson said that, during the Fire Danger Period, which spans from November 2015 until 1 May this year, it is illegal to have an openair fire without a written permit from the CFA or a municipal fire prevention officer. He said fines for ille-

gal burn-offs can run up to $17,000 or one year in jail. Healesville CFA Captain, Graeme Bates, said firefighters were expecting a dry March and that weather would be expected to heat up in the coming weeks. Burn-offs can remain smouldering for weeks and re-ignite in hot and windy weather, as was the case with a large fire in Yellingbo last year. “People have got to remember, if they light a fire, the ashes can burn, and tree roots underground,” Capt Bates said. “Everyone thinks they’re right to burn off at the moment, but what happens in a week or two, when the weather changes again?” He said that, while the CFA preferred that people’s properties were clear of green waste and leaf litter, options such as bundled collections or dropping green waste at the tip were available. For more information about burning off, the Fire Danger Period, or fire safety, visit www.cfa. vic.gov.au - or read more of this week’s Mail.

The 2015-'16 Fire Danger Period will run until 1 May unless lifted earlier. 149667

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All in a day’s work IT’S all in a Day’s Work That’s the name of the new Yarra Valley 99.1FM radio slot on a Friday lunchtime with host Loretta de Vaus. For two months over the summer, every Friday Loretta will be interviewing a CFA volunteer daytime firefighter or member of the public who has been helped by these CFA volunteers. The radio slot is part of a Yarra Valley CFA recruitment campaign, looking to recruit volunteer daytime firefighters for 11 local brigades Gruyere, Seville, Hillcrest, Wesburn/Millgrove, Yarra Junction, Wandin, Reefton, Yellingbo,

Hoddles Creek, Warburton and Little Yarra. Daytime volunteer firefighters are everyday folk like you; they live or work locally here in the region, have families, partners, children, work commitments, social lives and are busy individuals - and among all this, they ‘make time’ to volunteer with CFA. As volunteers, they don’t have to respond to every pager alert; they respond ‘when they can’. While you’re going about your day at work or on holiday, picking up kids from school or sitting in meetings - daytime volunteer firefighters are going about their usual day, too.

Until their pager goes off. Then, within minutes, they are at the fire station getting changed and are on a fire truck attending to a call-out. Tune in to Yarra Valley 99.1FM on Friday lunchtimes to hear their stories and find out what they get out of volunteering with CFA. Who knows, you may decide there’s something in it for you? For more information on becoming a volunteer daytime firefighter, call (03) 5961 5917. All applications will be assessed as part of a selection process.

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DID YOU KNOW VOLUNTEERING MAKES YOU HAPPY? Studies show that people who volunteer have higher self-esteem, improved health, live longer and are happier.

Are you in the Yarra Valley during the daytime, week days, and able to volunteer? These Yarra Valley CFA brigades are recruiting daytime firefighters: Gruyere, Seville, Hillcrest, Wesburn/Millgrove, Yarra Junction, Wandin, Reefton, Yellingbo, Hoddles Creek, Warburton and Little Yarra. Are there some days, or part days, where you could be a volunteer? Whatever time you have to offer, your local Brigade could benefit from your contribution.

Why do people volunteer year after year with their local CFA brigade? What’s in it for them? Yellingbo’s CFA captain Paul Spinks has been a volunteer firefighter with CFA for 25 years. As well as being captain he also runs his own security business. Jo Hardy has been volunteering with Yellingbo CFA for three years - she is not only a trained firefighter, she also drives the CFA fire truck, all while bringing up three children. She and her partner Jem (also a CFA volunteer firefighter) take it in turns to go to training and respond to emergencies.

As a daytime volunteer firefighter, you only respond when you can to emergency calls during the day. Full training is given, after which you can respond to house fires, bushfires, car accidents and other emergency incidents. What’s in it for you?

WARNING: It may cause increased happiness. Call 03 5961 5917 for more information and to apply. All applications will be assessed as part of a selection process.

Listen in to Yarra Valley FM on 99.1FM on Friday 29 Jan at 12pm with Loretta de Vaus, to hear Paul and Jo chat about how and why they volunteer with CFA and what’s in it for them. You never know, there might be something in it for you! If you miss it live, you can hear the podcast on yarravalleyfm.com, under the section ‘All in a Day’s Work’.

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Being a volunteer daytime firefighter is a rewarding way to help your community, learn new skills, work as part of a team, meet local people and ‘do your bit’.

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Close-up look at fresh refuge By KATH GANNAWAY COMMUNITY members had an opportunity on Sunday, 31 January, to have a tour of the new Wesburn-Millgrove Fire Brigade and Community Fire Refuge. The $1.6 million complex was officially opened in December but an open day scheduled for Sunday, 20 December was cancelled when the temperatures and the fire danger rating rose. Wesburn-Millgrove CFA Captain Adam Pelling, said the event on Sunday was a great success

with around 200 people taking the opportunity to look over the new facility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People were really impressed with the building and the fact that we now have a new fire station and a dedicated refuge,â&#x20AC;? he said. Brigade members were on hand to help people with their fire plans and provide advice on preparation. The refuge will be activated if fire is threatening the community, but, as always, the message delivered on the day is that it is very much a last resort.

Wesburn-Millgrove CFA volunteers, from left, Liz Rogers, Captain Adam Pelling, Paul Burke, Maxinne Burke and Tom Allman outside the new CFA fire refuge building. 149638 Pictures: GREG CARRICK Left: Emma and Daniel of Lilydale let Jacob, 6, enjoy the fire truck. 149638

Maya, 3, of Millgrove joins sisters Haylle, 9, and Asla, 6, of Hawthorn in the colouring competition. 149638

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Speak up if you see something IF YOU see something, say something. That’s the message Victoria Police and Crime Stoppers are pushing as they work to engage all community members in helping stamp out arson and reckless actions that could start a bushfire. Deliberately and recklessly lit bush and grass fires can destroy communities, infrastructure, livestock and human life. Like arson, a recklessly caused fire

is a crime. Victoria Police say they will pursue anyone who offends in this way and the number of offenders charged has been steadily creasing over the years. Operation Firesetter was re-activated in January in bushfire arson prone areas. The operation is a dedicated, high visibility bushfire arson prevention and detection operation focused on highrisk bushfire arson locations and times,

crime prevention activities and management and monitoring of persons of interest. The penalties for intentionally or recklessly causing a bushfire include up to 15 years in jail and penalties in the tens of thousands of dollars. They are significant. Police and CrimeStoppers are asking every member of every community to be mindful of their own activities during fire danger periods and be pre-

pared to report suspicious behaviour. If you believe a person, or vehicle, is behaving in a suspicious manner write down the details. If you record the details straight away the more accurate they are likely to be, and the more helpful the information will be to police. If a fire affects your neighbourhood, police are asking that people try to note the description of any people or vehicles that have entered or left the

scene before the fire started. Also, note any activity in the area before the fire, such as camping, firewood collecting, bushwalkers etc. Remember the time and location where you first observed the fire. Any smoke or fire should be reported through triple zero immediately. Any suspicious behaviours should be reported to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or by visiting www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Learn to plan and prepare for fires By KATH GANNAWAY PLAN and prepare are two of the key messages for anyone living in a high-risk bushfire area. Local CFA brigades have been delivering this message and other information in the lead-up to the 2015-’16 fire season, and there are more meetings scheduled in different areas. Attend a CFA community meeting to learn about the bushfire risk in your area and how you and your community can turn this awareness into action. You can find your nearest community meeting by mu-

nicipality, township or meeting type by visiting www. communityprograms.cfa.vic. gov.au . Here are some that are coming up. Gruyere Street Corner Meeting, Tuesday, 2 February, 8am to 9.30am at Range Road, Gruyere. Gruyere Community Meeting (public), Wednesday, 3 February, 7pm to 8.30pm at Gruyere Fire Station. Emerald Community Meeting (public) - Thursday, 4 February, 7.30pm to 8.30pm at Emerald CFA. Gruyere Street Corner Meeting, Thursday, 4 Feb-

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ruary, 7pm to 8.30pm, Fords Road and Hillcrest Road, Gruyere. Kallista Community Meeting (public) - Saturday, 6 February, 11am to 12.30pm at Kallista Fire Station. Warburton - Bushfire Scenario Follow-up Workshop, Thursday, 11 February, 7pm to 9pm at Warburton Fire Station. Registration essential. Community meetings will be postponed and/or cancelled when the Fire Danger Rating is Severe, Extreme or Code Red, so you can activate your bushfire survival plan and leave early.

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IN late December last year, bushfires threatened homes and caused much devastation in the Barnawartha-Indigo Valley regions of North East Victoria. This included a 7000ha blaze that destroyed three homes and killed close to 1000 cattle and sheep at Barnawartha. In response to such devastation, and dangers surrounding bushfires in general, Carol Miller has supplied the following message, which was written on 20 December last year. Carol and Terry Miller operate Terry Miller Concrete Tanks: TERRY Miller and I now know from first-hand experience the devastation that bushfires can cause. We live on 20 acres in Barnawartha and yesterday 15 acres were burnt to the ground. The fire brigade was terrific and saved our house and shed, but the rest of the property is just a blackened patch.

Fire has no friends and takes no hostages. All I can say is thankfully we had the concrete water tank (pictures shown). It survived and provided us with necessary water to bucket the flames around the house and paddocks, to put out the burning logs and spot fires we found.

If the tank had been plastic or tin, it would have melted. The ferocity of the fire was incredible; and with the winds and the heat, at its peak it was 43 degrees! My message, as personal as it is, is that no matter what size property you have, from small hobby farms like ours to larger properties, is that you need a good water storage system that

you can rely on. You cannot ever be too complacent when it comes to fire. This was in December; and the fact this terrible event happened so early in the fire season means no-one is safe from fire. I wish all who read this a very safe and fire-free 2016. Carol and Terry Miller

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Class of 2016 MEET the Gladysdale Primary School ‘Class of 2016’. As eager and fresh-faced as any of the hundreds of new preppies who had their first day at school last week, or this week for some, Clancy, Riley, Hannah, Toby, Travis, Isabelle, Aidan, Jorgie and Hayden had their first ‘official’ school photo taken by the Mail on Friday. Judging by the enthusiasm and happy faces of her classmates, the 10th Gladysdale preppie, Meisha, is also in for a great first day when she starts this week. The Mail wishes all the new starters across our region a happy and productive primary school experience and look forward to featuring many, if not all, of you in the pages of the Mail newspapers and on our Facebook page over the next seven years. Send your first day of school pics to editor@ mailnewsgroup.com.au for our Facebook Picture: KATH GANNAWAY page. 149630

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YARRA Ranges councillors have expressed their doubts over a pending change of wards for this year’s election, with multi-councillor wards introduced for the first time in the shire. The Victorian Electoral Commission handed down its final report in a review of the Yarra Ranges’ electoral representation late last year, recommending a change to three large wards, each with three councillors. If the change is accepted, the Yarra Valley’s Ryrie and O’Shannassy wards, and parts of Billanook and Chandler wards, will all be combined to make a new O’Shannassy ward, which stretches from beyond Healesville and Warburton to Mount Evelyn. Last week, the Mail canvassed the opinions of Yarra Ranges councillors about the changes and what it would mean or them and their communities. Out of the seven councillors who responded, Councillors Fiona McAl-

lister and Jason Callanan - all of whom would contest the Yarra Valley-wide O’Shannassy Ward - raised concerns about the change. Cr McAllister said that the mailing and travel costs of campaigning for election - both for current councillors and new candidates - would be significantly higher under the larger wards. “This is a reminder to the community that we’re not paid politicians like other levels of government,” she said. “Whatever you spend to get elected, you’re not getting that back, and people forget that.” She said another issue was ensuring communities were represented, and questioned the choice to have Mount Evelyn included in the O’Shannassy Ward. “I think, ultimately ‘What will give our community, or the communities of Yarra Ranges, the best representation?’ should always be the fundamental question,” Cr McAllister said. “People will say ‘It is what it is’, and ‘You as a councillor need to adjust to

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John and Ronie Edwards are retiring after 30 years at Powelltown. 149675 John has been president of the Powelltown Hall committee for 30 years and they have been involved in school and other groups over the years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can say Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been here at a time when Powelly won a Grand Final,â&#x20AC;? John said thinking of some highlights. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It might have been around 1986 or '87â&#x20AC;?, he said. Powelltown is still a tight-knit community, but it has changed.

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COMMUNITY leader and Elder Doseena Fergie has joined a select group after receiving a place on the 2016 Victorian Honour Roll of Women. After gaining a nomination from Yarra Ranges Council, Doseena has been accepted into this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roll, which acknowledges exceptional women who have contributed significantly to their community. Ms Fergie is best known for her key role in helping to establish the Healesville Indigenous Community Services Association (HICSA), as well as her commitment to working for the betterment of the local Indigenous community. During Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 27 January meeting, Cr Fiona McAlister en-

couraged the community to celebrate this achievement. Cr McAlister described Ms Fergie as a wonderful community leader, who is persistent, modest and fair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve watched her gently guiding and listening and sharing her insights and knowledge, but also her firm side as well,â&#x20AC;? Cr McAlister said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is certainly someone you know you will get a good thorough debate with and she has a wonderful balance in her styles.â&#x20AC;? Cr McAlister said her contributions extended beyond HICSA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has helped us at council develop (our) reconciliation direction, in particular the focus that we have in Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural strengthening.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a significant shift and incredibly positive.â&#x20AC;? Since its commencement in 2001, the Victorian Honour Roll of Women has celebrated the achievements of more than 500 women. Inductees have contributed to lasting change in Victoria, Australia and internationally through many fields. Councillors Jim Child and Noel Cliff joined in the acknowledgement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To me (she) gave an impression of a quiet achiever but she did so much ... and I think she leaves a living legacy and I think she is going to contribute much, much more,â&#x20AC;? Cr Child said. Cr McAlister agreed there was plenty more to come from the recipient.

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POWELLTOWN was still shrouded in black after the 1983 bushfires when John and Ronietta Edwards took over the tiny Powelltown General Store on 20 August, 1984. On Monday (1 February) the couple who have raised their family and become part and parcel of the close-knit community, are moving on. John was a fire-fighter with the MFB and working part-time as a fencer when the Powelly shop came up for sale. He used to visit the area as a youngster and his old school friend and then brother-in-law, Colin Kobiolke, had a sawmill in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were living in Epping and I was pretty much sick of both jobs and started thinking about the shop,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We came out, had a look, and the rest is history.â&#x20AC;? The shop was just a small general store and bottle shop, with the major upgrade to a pub happening about 14 years ago. Ronie said the kids, Jarrod, Jay and Sheridan all attended the little Powelltown Primary School. She said they went from a big suburban school to a school of about 30 children and were a bit of a novelty for a while as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the new kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the kids came out just to look at these three kids, but they just made friends and formed some lasting friendships,â&#x20AC;? Ronie said. John said the most significant change had been the formation of the Powelltown Residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Water Association, of which Ronie was secretary for 20 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every house has water now and there is a reticulated fire service,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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Tower f ix for blackspot By KATH GANNAWAY EAST Warburton resident Stephen Clarke is happy with the reception from Telstra’s temporary mobile communication tower. EAST Warburton has a temporary mobile phone tower, and there are calls for a community alert siren to warn of impending bushfire. Communication was a major focus of talks immediately before Christmas when local emergency service leaders, including representatives of Yarra Ranges Council, and community members met with a high-profile contingent of politicians, police and emergency services hierarchy. Premier Daniel Andrews, Minister for Emergency Services Jane Garrett, Police Commissioner Graham Ashton and Emergency Management Commissioner Craig Lapsley - perhaps for the first time ever, had the opportunity as a group, to see what makes the Upper Yarra area rate as the highest fire danger region in Victoria. Cr Jim Child said the most immediate outcome was the erection of a relocatable mobile tower in East Warburton. Funding has been allocated for the East Warburton/Reefton area for a permanent tower to address the blackspot communication problems that residents in those areas face, and which became a major focus after the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires. The tower was erected on New Year’s Day. “We have the blackspot covered, but still need to do something about ABC coverage,” Cr Child said.

Stephen Clarke is on-line, thanks to the temporaryTelstra mobile communication tower. 149678. Picture: KATH GANNAWAY “Straight away wheels were put in motion by the Police Commissioner to put the temporary mobile tower out there. “It was commissioner on New Year’s Eve and installed New Year’s Day.” Cr Child said the other issue was the need to inform the community, or give warning of impending danger.

“We want all the tools to be implemented, and one of those tools is a siren. “We are hearing that with towns like Wye River and Lorne, the final trigger was given by the activation of a community alert siren. “When you hear that siren, you seek advice immediately.”

School icon is honoured THERE were two very surprised people at Hoddles Creek Primary School’s Grade 6 graduation ceremony in December. Student Phern Devery was announced as the inaugural recipient of the Ted Gramlich Leadership Award. And, Mr Gramlich who has been involved with the school for more than 40 years was invited to attend the ceremony, but was unaware that the Leadership Award had been named in his honour. His involvement with the school started when his children Scott and Cindy attended. Announcing the award, school council president Carolyn ColeSinclair said the school had wanted to recognise someone who had been involved with the school for many years in many different roles. He was on school council when his children were at the school, but that involvement continued with jobs such as mowing the lawns to liaison roles through his volunteer role with Hoddles Creek CFA, and as a local business owner. “Ted was involved with the school in many different roles over the years, as he was all over our Hoddles Creek community,” Ms Cole-Sinclair said.

Cr Child said as an outcome of the December meeting, the Warburton Emergency Planning Group would put a recommendation to Yarra Ranges Council’s Municipal Emergency Planning Committee which has to sanction the proposal for it to go further. “My argument to the emergency services was if other communities can have this great tool, why can’t we.” Wesburn/Millgrove CFA President Brian Halit said the threat to the Upper Yarra needed to be treated seriously. “There is nothing like having some high profile people with a bit of clout come out and hear collectively the grievances or needs of a community. “They can then collectively deal with it.” While a number of East Warburton residents the Mail spoke to last week welcomed the temporary mobile tower and said they were getting improved communication, one of the outstanding issues that would need to be dealt with, was access for subscribers to other mobile providers. Willa Vale said she was an Optus customer and was rarely able to get coverage. “I have wifi, and, if I stand near the front door, maybe will get some coverage, but I rarely get anything with Optus,” she said. Stephen Clarke is a Telstra customer and said the temporary facility had made a significant difference. Mr Halit said that was another problem that needed to be overcome when the permanent tower was installed.

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Mr Gramlich said it was a great honour, and an unexpected one. He said all through his time of being involved with the school, it was held in the highest esteem by the parents, children and the wider community. He said the school had managed to survive the ups and downs of enrolment numbers, as happens in smaller communities, sometimes using their initiative to help them over the lows. “I do remember at one stage school numbers were so low there was a possibility of closure, or re-

moving a teacher and portable,” he recalled. “I think we might have cheated a bit by producing a couple of threeyear-olds who weren’t quite entitled to come to school, but somehow to on the roll.” Mr Gramlich presented the award to Phern who said she was very pleased to be receiving the inaugural award. She said one of the positive things that had come out of her leadership role at the school was that she felt she had become a much more accomplished public speaker.

POLICE are on the hunt for power tool thieves, and asking owners to be wary of their belongings, following two robberies from sheds last week. Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit (CIU) Detective Sergeant Pat Barrow said that between 4pm on Thursday 28 January and 3.50pm on Saturday 30 January, a shed was broken into in Kidgell Street, Lilydale. Det Sgt Barrow said there were no signs of force, and a brush cutter, an angle grinder, two cordless drills and other power tools were stolen, with a total value of $1500. All the tools were Ryobi branded. Power tools were also stolen from a shed on Mathers Avenue in Launching Place, sometime between 4pm on Friday 29 January and 10.30am the next day. Det Sgt Barrow said there were also no signs of force in this burglary, and that $2500 worth of power tools, including two lawn mowers, a pressure washer and two sanders, were stolen. He said that power tool thefts had become “the new norm” in the area. “They’re easy to take away, they’re easy to transport, they’re also easy to on-sell,” Det Sgt Barrow said. He said that owners, whether professionals or not, should take down tool models and serial numbers, and store the details somewhere safe. “We tend to recover tools, and find it difficult to trace them back to where they came from,” he said.

Anyone with information on either of the burglaries is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to submit a confidential crime report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Tee charged over flares A LILYDALE teenager will face the Children’s Court after lighting a flare in the city on Australia Day. On Tuesday 26 January, the 17-year-old Lilydale boy is believed to have discharged a flare while in a crowd on the steps of the Southern Cross railway station, before a soccer match between Melbourne Victory and Sydney City. He was charged with conduct endangering persons, possession of a flare and throwing a flare, and was bailed to appear at a Children’s Court at a later date. Acting Superintendent Peter Ward said flares were for emergency use only as they burned at more than 1000 degrees Celsius and could cause injury. He said those who let off flares were risking other people’s lives and their own, and that there were heavy penalties for using one in a non-emergency situation. “Charges like conduct endangering life, injury or persons are the types of charges that remain with you for life,” Acting Supt Ward said. “These offences attract significant penalties, including terms of imprisonment, and can potentially restrict your employment prospects and overseas travel.”

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Busting stray myths FOR some, finding a lost or stray animal poses an ethical dilemma as to the best course of action to find the rightful owner. Social media ‘lost and found’ and ‘community noticeboard’ sites are increasingly used to reunite lost pets with their owners. While the return of a lost animal to an owner is a great outcome, the use of social media also presents several risks that must be taken into account. There are many considerations. How do you know the person claiming to be the owner is in fact the owner? Animal ownership can only be verified by checking the animal’s registration and microchip details. Is the animal’s welfare at risk? The found dog or cat may be regularly escaping and the owner not taking preventative action. Animals at large are commonly at risk of road trauma. What is the animal’s history? While the found animal may appear to be good-natured, it may pose a risk to other

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Mark Menze Animal Aid CEO animals or people. Your local council or community animal services shelters (such as Animal Aid) are best placed to ensure a lost pet is properly reunited with its owner. There are many myths that manifest on social media about taking a found animal to a shelter. These include: Myth: If a ranger is called, they will take the animal to a shelter to be put down. Fact: Shelters only keep an animal for a certain number of days and then they are euthanised. Myth: Council animal services are just a money-grabbing exercise.

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EXIT Theatre will present the Polish play, Fly Guardian, at Carlton’s La Mama Theatre, opening on Wednesday 10 Feburary. The production features Healesville’s Kristof Kaczmarek, and will be performed until 21 February. Tickets are $25, $15 for concession. For more information, call 9347 6948 or visit www.lamama.com.au.

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By KATH GANNAWAY CHRISTMAS had a real sense of ‘Deja Vu’ for Warburton’s Enery family. Their special Christmas Eve delivery was a beautiful new baby girl, Ava Therese, born three years to the day as ‘big’ brother William - and at the same hospital, The Angliss in

Ferntree Gully. It seems Ava, just couldn’t wait for Christmas Day, her scheduled arrival date, to arrive. Or, perhaps, she just wanted to personally wish William a happy birthday! Mum Stacey said it was a bit of a hectic lead into Christmas, but a wonderful gift for the whole family.

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JOIN Catherine Nolan at Healesville Uniting Church on Mondays at 11am or at Wandin Uniting Church on Wednesdays at 10am for a supportive, nurturing music/singing session with your children under five years. Ring Heather 5962 3031 or Karyn 5961 9353.

IN LAST week’s Mail, an article about winners of the Yarra Ranges Council’s Australia Day awards listed a winner as being a member of the Wurundejeri. However, this spelling is incorrect, with the correct spelling Wurundjeri. The Citizen of the Year award winner’s name was listed as Brendan Murphy - however, this spelling, provided on an award citation, is also incorrect, with Brendon the correct spelling. The Mail apologises for any inconvenience caused

Health and Well-being Classes A VARIETY of classes are available at the Yarra Glen Living and Learning Centre during term 1. Dance - Nia technique, meditation, move for joy-seated fitness to music, mums and bubs yoga, Pilates, tai chi and yoga. See program on w websitewww.yarraglen.com/livingandlearning or call 9730 2887.

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Drug drivers By JESSE GRAHAM POLICE had a busy Australia Day weekend in the Yarra Valley, catching more than 100 speeding drivers during the annual Operation Amity. From Friday 22 January through to Tuesday 26 January, police flooded the roads across the state as part of Operation Amity, which targets bad driver behaviours over the Australia Day long weekend. In the Yarra Ranges, nine people were caught drink driving, while another nine were caught driving with illicit drugs in their system. Though the statistics see two less drink drivers caught than in 2015, it shows a marked rise in drug drivers being charged - noone was caught driving under the influence of drugs last year. Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol Sergeant Simon Coverley said this was because police had only recently been trained in roadside drug testing, and so weren’t able to test for it last year. “It will be interesting to see what the result will be next year, now they know we can do it,” he said. Describing the number of drug drivers picked up over the weekend as “alarming” Sgt Coverley said the most common drug people tested positive to was ice (crystal methamphetamine). His message to drivers? Just don’t risk it. “People have to realise that drugs stay in your system for a while,” he said. “Though people may not feel like they’re affected by a drug anymore, it affects your ability, it slows your reaction time and your ability to concen-

Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol Simon Coverley. 149640 Picture: JESSE GRAHAM trate,” he said. Across the state, more than 290 drivers were caught over the blood alcohol limit, while 240 were caught driving under the influence of drugs. Road Policing Superintendent Deb Robertson said more people were caught drink driving than usual, which was a “great concern” for police. “We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again - if you plan to drink, don’t drive,” Supt Robertson said. “We put the call out to people last week to look out for their mates, but these drivers are showing blatant disregard for not only their own lives, but the lives of those around them.” In the Yarra Ranges alone, 106 people were caught speeding, while six drivers were caught while disqualified - nine were caught driving without a licence. Only one car was impounded, but 47 unregistered vehicles were detected. Four drivers were spotted using mobile phones while

driving, while five people were caught travelling without their seatbelt. Sgt Coverley said a good outcome of the weekend was that there were no fatalities or serious injuries recorded in the Yarra Ranges. “That’s the desired outcome - we’re not out there to book motorists, we’re out there to make sure people don’t become a victim of road trauma,” he said. In neighbouring Cardinia, two drivers were caught drink driving and four were caught under the influence of drugs; 100 were caught speeding, four were caught driving while disqualified and six were caught driving without a licence. Supt Robertson said the state-wide figures - which included 2683 speeding offences and 995 unregistered vehicles were “unacceptable”, and it was up to drivers to improve their attitudes to road safety. As of Friday 29 January, no fatalities had been recorded for the Yarra Ranges, with one recorded in Cardinia.

Life and times of Miss Munsey By KATH GANNAWAY A BOOK to be launched on Sunday at Millgrove will honour the late Irene Munsey. Miss Munsey was a member of the Mariana Community and a much-loved and respected maternal and child health nurse in the Warburton region for many years. Miss Munsey, as she was widely known, came to the Yarra Valley towards the end of a long career which began at just 17 when she started work with the Mercy Private Hospital. She worked in infant welfare

in many places before coming to the Yarra Valley to run a hospitality house, Monserrat, for the Pallottine Fathers in Millgrove. After returning to study maternal and child health care she worked for a short time with the Shire of Lilydale before what she recalled as ‘nine happy years’ with the Shire of Upper Yarra. Her involvement in the wider community was extensive, and she belonged to groups including the CWA, Upper Yarra Garden Club, Warburton Water

Wheel, Cerini Centre and more. She was named Yarra Ranges Citizen of the Year in the Australia Day Awards of 2003. To mark the 10th anniversary of Miss Munsey’s passing, the Mariana Community commissioned a short book on her life which will be launched on Sunday 7 February, at Millgrove. For more information contact Kath Curtain on 9882 8967 or curtain@tpg.com.au, or Cheryl Sullivan on 9416 7138 or cherylsullivan11@bigpond. com .

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Letters Republic push ill-fated THE push for a republic is on again and this time (Australian Republican Movement chairman) Peter Fitzsimons is heading up the argument. In my humble opinion, he is fated to be no more successful than Malcolm Turnbull was last time round. There are much more important issues to deal with and fix than the monarchy, which is not broken. For example, the massive tax-cheating multinational corporates. Or the concentration of wealth and power; poverty, yes poverty, with 40,000 Aussies on the streets of our cities. The half-smart ‘pinko’ lefties like ‘Peter Fitz’ and his ilk have long tried to tell us what we should do and how to live our lives but we’ve had enough. Peter should stick to making up dialogue for the characters in his books. God save the Queen and God bless Australia. Stanley R. Burgess, Healesville

Some sweet sounds IN RESPONSE to Graham Answerth’s letter (‘Music program running to different beat’, Mail, 12 January) about music programs for kids in the Yarra Valley, I would like to add my two cents. From age 8 to 16, I was one of the kids who joined the percussion group he started in 1989. I was part of something that grew from a bunch of young girls from Woori Yallock playing primary school instruments, to a dedicated group playing complex arrangements on beautiful orchestral instruments. It was purely through Graham’s own initiative and enthusiasm that the group thrived. We made some pretty impressive achievements over the years, recording two albums and performing at many different venues, including Port Fairy Folk Festival. As a local public school student, never again in all my school years was I given an opportunity to join something so unique that taught me so much and was ‘completely free’. I wanted to learn piano as a kid. But like many kids at this end of the Valley, Mum and Dad just couldn’t stretch the budget that far. For me, personally, being in the group helped me develop my musical ear, musical ability and

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Lenscape confidence. I have gone on to pursue music, completing a contemporary vocal degree and having the rare musical skill of being a keyboard percussionist under my belt. I honestly don’t think I would have had the musical understanding to move forward if I didn’t have that experience and opportunity. On behalf of all us who were part of the group over the past 27 years, I would like to thank Graham for the years he invested in us. Sarah Johnson, Woori Yallock.

IT’S fair to say the weather around the Yarra Valley has been up and down like a yo-yo. To quote from everyday expressions, we’ve had ‘liquorice allsorts’. There have been high fire-danger days followed by cool changes and the odd thunderstorm. Mail photographer Rob Carew recently took this incredible image from Selovers Lookout, looking out onto the Maroondah Reservoir. The Mail is inviting all readers to submit their favourite images for our Lenscape section. Tell us the story behind your image or any techniques you may have Picture: ROB CAREW tried. 149394

Respect the flag THERE are two significant errors in the artwork accompanying the Mountain Views Mail’s (26 January) coverage of Australia Day celebrations in the Yarra Valley. Brendon Murphy, Citizen of the Year, is holding a small hand-flag in reverse to the official design. The reporter taking this photograph (and the editor) should have caught this mistake printed on the front page. A clever, dinky-di cartoon on page six in the same edition incorporates a cockatoo (Charlie from Healesville?) and assorted native animals. The flag held by a koala has a jumble of five stars all out of position, and an apology for the Union Jack completely missing the blood red Cross of St George. Please, celebrate with genuine care and respect. Every men’s shed, every RSL club and every sports venue with a flagpole needs to fly the Australian flag correctly all day, every Australia Day. Noel Buchanan, Yarra Glen. Editor’s note: The Australian hand-flag held by Brendon Murphy was double-sided and had been held with the back on display.

Without apology TO the thoughtless people who left the four large car wheels, plus tyres on my nature strip, on the afternoon of 26 January: the hard rubbish collection doesn’t pick up that type of rubbish. Do you think that is fair, expecting the elderly resident to have it removed? Where are your brains? And I bet you haven’t got the guts to come apologise! Val Duddy, Healesville.

Pages from the past Healesville Guardian 1 February 1936 A Great King Passes HEALESVILLE and district in sympathy with the rest of Victoria and the whole British Empire, if not the whole world mourns the passing of a beloved monarch, his Majesty, King George V. Council Table THE Healesville Tourist Association asked the council that bookings of the Memorial Hall be a 10 per cent deposit and payment prior to each entertainment. The council agreed to their request on the condition that one week’s notice be given for either cancellation or booking. A letter was received from Mrs Bon thanking the council for planting ornamental shrubs near the Barak Memorial. Methodist and Presbyterian Churches in the district have agreed to combine and ensure a continuing ministry in the Powelltown area. Warburton Mail 4 February 1966 Children Trudge to School as Empty Buses Go By THIRTY-FIVE Upper Yarra School children are being forced to trudge six miles to school and back along the disused railway line because of an Education Department ruling. Since school began

earlier this week the children have been trudging the six miles from Yarra Junction to Warburton and back because of an Education Department ruling that the children cannot board high school buses. Future of District Church to Be Discussed THERE will be a meeting of all people who are interested in the welfare of the Powelltown Church on 8 February at 8pm. Until recently the church had been organised by the Congregational Church of Victoria, but they have now withdrawn their support. However the Anglican Methodist and Presbyterian Churches in the district have agreed to combine and ensure a continuing ministry in the Powelltown area. Rain Saves Warburton RAIN saved Warburton from almost certain defeat at the hands of third bottom team Yarra Junction on Saturday. When play was brought to a halt shortly after tea Warburton were on 8/98 (with one man short they only had one wicket in hand) chasing Yarra Junction’s First Innings total of 145. Best for Warburton were J. Gilson 28 and Jack Musgrove 20. W. Fletcher, B. Finger and Keith Miller were the best of the Junction bowlers. - Contributed by Ellena Biggs

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MORE than 150 people marked Australia Day with breakfast, friends and inspirational speakers, packing into the Wandin Public Hall for an annual meet-up. About 160 Rotary club members, local residents, politicians and special guests packed out the hall before 8am on Tuesday 26 January for the annual Rotary Club of Wandin Australia Day Breakfast. Visitors made their way in, greeting old friends and new, before standing and singing the Advance Australia Fair, and raising a glass to Australia in a toast led by Evelyn MP Christine Fyffe. Speaking briefly on her own experience with the country, Ms Fyffe said she came to the country 47 years ago, and said it had become part of her identity. “I love Australia,” she said. “It’s not only my home, it’s who I am. It is what I am.” After a cereal breakfast - which would later be followed up with a hot breakfast featuring sausages, bacon and tomato - Jim Brown took to the stage to perform Dorothea Mackellar’s stirring poem, My Country. After finishing the poem, and receiving a large round of applause, Mr Brown remarked that Australians “should be proud of what we are and what we’ve become”. He said that, like Ms Fyffe, he was an ABC - an Australian by Choice. Wandin Rotary Club president Ray Barrett then presented a community service award to the Hoddles Creek Fire Brigade Catering Team, paying tribute to their work in feeding firefighters during long emergencies, such as the fires in Wandin late last year.

DRIVERS are being urged to slow down, with lower speed limits in school zones coming back into force as kids make their way back for first term. As of Thursday 28 January, school zone speed limits will come back into effect for the first term, with limits dropping to 40km/h or 60km/h around schools in the state. Limits will be in force from 8am to 9.30am and 2.30pm to 4pm on weekdays, regardless of whether the school campus is open. Acting Premier and Monbulk MP James Merlino urged drivers to be safe and to be wary of kids crossing roads around schools, to ensure a safe beginning to the year. “The start of the school year is an exciting time for students, and sometimes safety may be the last thing on their mind,” he said. “Drivers need to be extra cautious and look out for kids as you drive through school zones.” He said drivers should also be aware of children on bikes, and that the lower speeds in school zones are designed to help protect children from serious injury or death if hit by a car. Permanent speed signs, time-based signs or flashing lights may be in place to warn drivers of the lower speed limit, and the lower speeds must be adhered to. Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol Leading Senior Constable Graeme Rust said that police will “undoubtedly” be out, enforcing the school zone limits during the coming weeks. “We should always be aware of our speeds in and around schools, and high pedestrian areas, to prevent any serious injury collisions involving pedestrians,” he said. The school zone speeds will not be in force on public holidays, and will finish with the school term on Thursday 24 March.

The Hoddles Creek Fire Brigade Catering Team received a community service award from the Rotary Club Picture: JESSE GRAHAM of Wandin's president, Ray Barrett. 149369 Lushomo and 10-month-old daughter Luumuno were in the crowd, with Luumuno quickly becoming a crowd favourite with the Rotarians. Towards the end of the morning, guest speaker Murray McLean spoke about his work as a career diplomat, in China, Japan, Singapore and even North Korea. Mr McLean the audience about working in cold-war China, carrying diplomatic envelopes chained to their wrists, and then spoke about “celebrating the best of what being Australian is” on 26 January. “Wherever we are in the world, on Australia Day, we celebrate the best of what being Australian is, and what being Australian means to each of us, individually,” he said.

He said that Australians needed to be “global citizens”, and must reach out “beyond our extraordinarily blessed comfort zones”. “First, we must prepare for the challenges we will face in making that move; secondly we must see that we cannot just take for granted what we enjoy as Australians; and third, we can’t be all fear and greed, defensive and on the take,” he said. “We must have something to give, a generosity of spirit and a vision for something better, not just for ourselves, but for the world.” What does Australia Day mean to you? Write a letter to the editor to editor@mailnewsgroup.com. au or 244 Maroondah Highway, Healesville.

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Spotlight on youth theatre IN RESPONSE to growing demands, a new and exciting youth theatre was formed in 2014 in Warburton. Spotlight Youth Theatre Incorporated offers instruction in theatre production, stage craft, characterisation, improvisation, voice and singing, movement and dance, stage make-up, prop and set-design, back-stage skills, performance skills and more, while also providing two major productions each year for young people aged between eight and 21. Costs have been deliberately kept low in keeping with the company’s communal ethic, offering opportunities to all.

Community values and inclusiveness are held high with mutual support and care, and team spirit given great priority. “It is exhilarating to see how enthusiastic and full of life the children are with the right environment and expectations,” says Regina Bennett, the company’s president Leading Spotlight Youth Theatre is Regina Bennett, who has a wealth of experience with children and theatre. Regina heads a team of mentor/teachers with much experience, including Nina Hellicar, who has extensive experience working with children and disability, and who studied music and spe-

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cialises in singing. Melissa Gunner has a degree in drama and has worked in theatre, theatre in education; and has done numerous stints on television. Spotlight Youth theatre, along with the mentors, and committee members, are all committed in their focus in providing great positive theatre experiences to children in the community. To kick-start the project, Upper Yarra Community Enterprise, in conjunction with Bendigo Bank branches of Warburton and Yarra junction, awarded Spotlight Youth Theatre a generous financial sponsorship.

The first production for this new company was a variety show called ‘Spotlight on Us’ and was performed in June 2015 at the Upper Yarra Arts Centre. This season they are delighted and extremely excited to be presenting Peter Pan Jr and are looking for young people of the ages of eight to 18 to audition (limited due to licencing restrictions). Any young people over 18 would be more than welcome to assist with other production needs. For more information, please phone Regina Bennett on 0449 588 912 or Nina Hellicar on 0422 273 965.

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COUNTRY RETREAT ON SIX ACRES THIS amazing property is nestled in the beautiful area of Big Pats Creek, renowned for its rolling green hills, fresh water creek, and peace and quiet, yet only minutes from Warburton. A winding drive leads up to the home, surrounded by botanical parkland grounds which incorporate exotic trees and shrubs, such as Japanese maples, rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas. The craftsman built two-storey timber home oozes quality and takes advantage of passive solar. The home has been meticulously cared for and has two great size bedrooms and one bathroom downstairs, open plan living and dining area with open fireplace and stunning polished slate flooring.

There is a new kitchen with stone bench tops, beautiful cream 900mm Ilve free-standing oven, loads of bench and cupboard space and quality appliances that would make any chef jealous. An adjoining meals area is a sunroom overlooking the glorious garden. Upstairs there are two bedrooms plus a study or third bedroom and two bathrooms. The main bedroom is complete with ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and a private balcony overlooking the park-like property. There is also a further sitting area/parents’ retreat upstairs. Other features include a slow combustion wood heater with ample firewood available, a large vegetable garden including berries and fruit trees, a work shed and wood shed.

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Don’t Judge The Book... Things aren’t always as they appear! This deceptively large 2 bedroom unit features a very large open plan living area. Ideal first home, ideal for someone downsizing and will also make a good property to add to the rental portfolio.

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Only 4 years young with single lock up remote garage with internal access, ducted heating and split system reverse cycle air conditioning. Set on a private easy to look after block and still within walking distance to town. Call to make a time to inspect.

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Large 3 bedroom residence, features open plan living, ducted heating, air conditioner, hardwood timber floors, full en-suite to master. Double lock up remote garage with internal access.All within an easy walk to town. Suitable for someone looking for investment or owner occupation. Leased till 15/05/2016 at $360.00 per week. Call to arrange an inspection.

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Gorgeous 2 bedroom minerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cottage short stroll to shops and buses or relax on the back deck in the private secluded gardens. In this sought after area this home is a must to inspect. Once you step inside you instantly feel at home, polished loorboards, mains gas heating, front and back verandah also features a huge 2 car lock up garage or workshop, perfect for irst home buyer or thinking of downsizing then this truly is the perfect gem for you.

Surrounded by bull nose verandas, located in a quiet no through road, suitable for a large family, offers 4 bedrooms with built in robes, master with full ensuite and walk in robe, 2 huge living zones, fully equipped kitchen with stunning glass bay window overlooking paved entertaining area and established gardens, wood heater along with 2 split systems, and 12 solar panels to help with those electricity bills. A level allotment of over 3/4 of an acre with carport.

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Situated in a very sought after area and located just metres from the Warburton Trail, this home is all freshened up and ready to move in and enjoy. Offering 3 bedrooms all with built in robes, polished loorboards throughout, ducted heating and evaporative cooling, fresh bathroom, plus spacious modern kitchen, separate meals area and a family size living area. Outside offers a huge covered entertaining area and double carport. Great value, great spot!

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3039 Warburton Hwy Millgrove

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110 Beenak Rd Wandin North

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An exceptional freehold investment opportunity with excellent solid returns. Comprising of 3 shops plus an early 1900’s 4 bedroom character home on approx. 2 lat usable acres. A total of 4 separate incomes, long time well established businesses, great Warburton Highway frontage. A solid investment with an excellent return ideal for your self-managed super fund or new business venture also offering a variety of possibilities for future development/expansion (S.T.C.A).

This classic old farmhouse sits proudly on approx. 2 acres with fantastic views and positioned in one of the most desirable locations in Wandin. The 2 bedroom home needs some love and attention but it’s all about the land and the location, gently sloping, cleared and perfect for the kids and animals to enjoy. Ideally situated just a short stroll to Wandin’s shops and cafés, public transport and local primary schools. Properties of this size and location are rare and hard to ind.

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Your Lifestyle Escape Set on over 4 & 1/2 acres in a quiet rural area yet just a few minutes from shops and schools is this spacious 4 bedroom home. Offering a sought after lifestyle you’ll have space here for the kids to run around, have animals, ride motorbikes or just relax around the pool. The home boasts two large living areas with cathedral ceilings and polished timber loors, large timber kitchen overlooking the pool, all bedrooms with robes and two bathrooms including ensuite to master. Extras include R/C air conditioners in living spaces and all bedrooms plus slow combustion wood heater, two large sheds. Much more to see and explore upon inspection. Contact: Tony Fanfulla 0419 870 513 Inspection: Sat 2:00 - 2:30pm (Photo ID Required)

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An homage to Dylan By KATH GANNAWAY WHO knew that the Manfred Mann hit ‘Quinn the Eskimo’ was written by Bob Dylan? The folk-rock song written by Dylan and released in 1968 as ‘Mighty Quinn’, was first recorded during The Basement Tapes sessions by Dylan a year before. What the story was behind the song, is another story. And, it’s one, one of many revealed in Healesville singer/songwriter Jeff Jenkin’s show DYLANesque, performed on Sunday to a spell-bound audience at Bulong Estate in Yarra Junction. The two-hour show pays tribute to the extraordinary life, times and music of a musician regarded as one of the 20th century’s greatest songwriters. Jenkins (lead singer with Dukes of Despair) has pulled together a four-piece band of brilliant local musos to present an authentic and powerful homage to Dylan. Performing 30 of his finest songs, Jenkins intersperses stories of the key moments of Dylan’s life from his beginnings as a 19-year-old in Greenwich Village to the collaboration with other greats as part of the Travelling Wilburys. Jenkins said the idea for the show came from his own admiration of

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Dylan as a songwriter. “His songwriting influences my songwriting,” he said, adding that audiences regularly made the comparison with his own sound and interpretation of songs on stage. “I wondered if I could do something with that,” he said. “I started learning the songs, but didn’t want to do a straight tribute show, so started reading everything I could find. “I realised he lived in incredibly exciting times, the start of the revolution, and he wrote that way for a long time, but he also kept changing and reinventing himself to the point that he is still making music today still touring and still playing.” One of the challenges was to recreate what Jenkins calls ‘that messy, organic sound’ that Dylan had in the early days.

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Touching transgender story is proving deeply affecting THE Danish Girl is a deeply affecting drama about identity and personal acceptance. Adapted from David Ebershoff’s novel (in turn, loosely based on real events), the film follows Lili Elbe (born Einar Wegener, played by Eddie Redmayne), who was one of the first recipients of gender reassignment surgery. A sensory delight on the surface, with stunning cinematography and an elegant score, 1215107-DJ05-16

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rock and roll and created this bastard son”. Jenkins, and the band, have nailed it. The show is brilliant, entertaining and fun. Unlike Dylan, who Jenkins says was a ‘cantankerous old bugger’ when it came to playing for his audiences, DYLANesque plays all the big ones. Many of the “I didn’t know that” moments come from the great collaborations Dylan had with his peers over many decades, and the songs he penned that were hits for everyone from Jimmi Hendrix to Peter, Paul and Mary ... and Manfred Mann. The show from concept to stage has been a nine-month labour of love - and a lot of hard work. “I hope people enjoy it from start to finish,” Jenkins said. “There are a lot of surprises along the way. “I think what I am giving is an impression, rather than an impersonation. “It’s a homage, for sure.” Upcoming performances are at The WHO Club in Warburton on Friday 19 February, The Memo in Healesville on Saturday 5 March and Friday 18 March at the Kingston Arts Centre in Moorabbin. For more information visit www. dylanesque.com.au.

The Danish Girl is a dignified, sensitive take on being true to yourself and the many obstacles (in society and family) that transgender people face on the road to acceptance. Eddie Redmayne immerses himself in a literally transformational, evolving performance as Einar/Lili (and redeems himself from his Razzie-nominated acting in Jupiter Ascending). He is utterly convincing as both 'characters’, and you feel Einar’s joy as he is finally able to embrace his long-hidden true self as Lili. Redmayne handles much of the emotional resonance and

theme, but Alicia Vikander, as Einar’s devoted yet long-suffering wife Gerda, has the more proactive role in the narrative, and is arguably even more compelling. Gerda is an assertive, witty and ambitious woman, and though she has Einar’s interests at heart, her character poignantly demonstrates how sometimes our loved ones are what hold us back the most. Deeply touching and tragically beautiful, The Danish Girl is another stunning contender in this year’s Oscars. - Seth Hynes

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Picnic racing is popular THE picnic races at Healesville Racecourse over the weekend proved to be a popular option among families and punters. With plenty of lawn space and shaded areas, many around the region chose to spread out their picnic

rugs and enjoy some good company amid the picturesque settings. Picture racing has a long history in Victoria and is now regularly held in Healesville, with many drawn to the relaxed atmosphere.

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Shield final awaits athletes The club is extremely excited about both Open teams qualifying for finals, testament to the consistent performances of athletes throughout the summer shield competition and the increasing depth in all events. The club looks forward to a competitive showing in the final next weekend. Athletes in the Under 20s, 18s, 16s and 14s continued to build towards the Victorian Junior Track and Field Championships to be held at Lakeside Stadium from 1214 February, with some impressive performances at the round 10 of AV Shield. Numerous personal bests on Saturday suggest the junior athletes

are preparing well for the upcoming championships. These championships are a qualifier for the Australian Championships to be held in Perth in early March. Little Athletics is slowly building towards the championship season with some impressive performances by the younger athletes. The club is excited about the enthusiasm of athletes as they challenge themselves each week. Several Yarra Ranges athletes competed in Bendigo over the weekend at the Victorian Multi Event championships. Check out the website for results.

Malcolm Duncan in Men's long jump. 149635 Next week the Little Athletics competition is on Saturday morning. Check emails for duty age groups and events. For information on how to join or trial - and for photos, results and updated news - visit yarrarangesathletics.org.au or check out the Facebook page. Run, jump, throw ... too easy.

Finals race now a sprint By CHRIS ANDERSON THE race for finals action has certainly hit a hot point in the Yarra Valley’s premier competition, DJ Strachan Shield, as a couple of unlikely teams threw their hats into the ring with stirring victories over the weekend. At the Christmas break, few would’ve given Mount Evelyn and Seville a chance of featuring in the final sprint to the line as both teams battled the inconsistencies of youth. However, both now find themselves firmly in the mix for finals action as they sit either side of the finals line. Mount Evelyn were sitting stone cold last at the break; and despite not playing bad cricket in the first half of the season, they found their best just didn’t stack up. Facing Healesville at home, the Rovers knocked off their second top-four victim in as many rounds to continue their unbeaten run in the New Year, and claim an unlikely position in the top four. After bumbling their way through the first week with a spritely, yet wasteful 191 the first week, the visitors needed to up the ante with the ball to claim victory. After two early wickets the previous week, day two became a dogged battle between bat and ball. Unheralded Brandon D’Amore did his best to anchor the chase; and despite some probing bowling from all the Mount Evelyn bowlers, he was able to ride the bumps, courtesy of some dour partnerships. Unfortunately for the Bloods, this resistance wasn’t accompanied with any great movement on the scoreboard; and when Mount Evelyn were able to break through the wall, the home side quickly found themselves teetering at 7/55 close to tea. Unperturbed, Healesville continued their progress after tea; and with Chance Burridge (34) and Dale Senior (26) finding little difficulty with some disciplined batting, the score and overs continued to tick over. The Bloods did find themselves within touching distance of victory, but with the required run rate ballooning out and limited wickets in hand. The Mout Evelyn spinners got their reward in polishing off the last few wickets to close the Healesville innings at 123. The Mount Evelyn bowling effort was truly a team display, but most pleasing for the visitors would’ve been the form of their two young spinners, Jed Thompson (2/19) and Jon Williams (2/13), who fearlessly put the finishing touches on the innings after Healesville threatened. Seville were the other big winners of the weekend as their victory against Hoddles Creek have them equal fourth

on wins with Mount Evelyn. Seville have battled to take it up to their opponents this season with their young squad, but they have made progress, and collected some wins along the way. They were able to post 219 on day one, and would’ve entered day two with great expectations. Standing in their way was a Hoddles Creek line-up, which themselves would’ve seen the chase as their best chance to push for finals action in the top flight. So with the day well set, the Hoddles Creek innings panned out as a fascinating battle between bat and ball. With Seville’s young quicks unable to make significant early inroads, Seville captain Andy Kay threw the ball to new recruit Daneth Lanka; and the young Sri Lankan and with great skill he slowly turned the game in Seville’s favour. Hoddles Creek found some resistance once again courtesy of their mainstays, Jeremy (47) and Brenton Derix (40); and for a good period of time the pair looked as if they would put their team in a winning position. Meanwhile, at the other end, Lanka continued to toil with his off-spin; and once he finally wore the Derix brothers down, the door opened for the Blues to surge to victory. Courtesy of Lanka’s 7/64, the visitors were able to close out the valiant Wombats for 165 to record an important win. Meanwhile, at Yarra Junction, the Woori Yallock juggernaut continued to roll on with little fuss or fanfare. After scraping their way through to 210, courtesy of some runs from their lower order, the Tigers would have a challenge on their hands against Yarra Junction, which sensed the Sharks circling, ready to displace them inside the top four. Unfortunately for the home side, their finals aspirations took a dent as they were unable to compete against a wonderful Woori Yallock attack. Despite doing their best to see off the inform Woori Yallock opening pair, and in the process giving themselves a footing from which they could challenge the total, the Eagles were unable to counter the guile of Dan Mock. Mock proved his value is not just limited to the bat as his wily mix of swingers netted him masterful figures of 6/16 and reduced the Yarra Junction chase to a crawl, as he helped the visitors to an impressive 111-run victory, bowling out their hosts for 99. So the stage is set for an intriguing Round 12 as the finals run heats up. Hoddles Creek have been drawn the bye; and now know if they are to have any chance of squeaking into

the top four, they need to win the final two games of the season. DJ Strachan Shield Woori Yallock 210 (D. Worlley 77, R. Smith 25, M. King 24, S. Young 24, K. Bomford 4/59, N. Bark 3/52, Q. Hodgkinson 3/46) d Yarra Junction 99 (M. Scott 27, M. Robinson 17, D.Mock 6/16), Mt Evelyn 191 (G. Fraser 53, D. Cupido 40, C. Burridge 3/57) d Healesville 123 (C. Burridge 34, D. Senior 26, K. Jones 3/27, B. Jones 2/13, J. Williams 2/13); Seville 219 (M. Sondergeld 46, J. McInnes 44, M. Batten 3/14, Dave Chesney 1/29) d Hoddles Creek 9/165 (J. Derix 47, B. Derix 40, D. Lanka 7/64). Warburton-Millgrove v bye RA Finger Trophy Healesville 6/172 dec. (A. Hamer 73no, M. Minney 30, R. Williams 3/59 R. Wilson 2/42) d Mount Evelyn 107 (R. Rawson 38, G. Shellard 4/23, B. Binion 2/21) and 0/87 (D. Westaway 40no, R. Rawson 40no). Gruyere 227 (J. Carroll 80, A. Waixel 27, J. Cook 4/48, D. Chaproniere 2/35) d Yarra Junction 125 (J. Jenkinson 32, T. Bickley 25, M. Tilney 4/24, B. Young 2/17). Woori Yallock 8/257 (P. Broussard 123, M. Arnold 50, D. Chesney 3/47, B. Furness 2/17) d Hoddles Creek 115 (B. Bountain 23, M. Jones 23, S. Morgan 4/32, C. Ferguson 2/7) and 4/67 (M. Jones 26, C. Ferguson 2/0), Warburton-Millgrove 199 (I. Andueza 104, T. McKail 34, D. Whelan 4/61, B. Walsh 4/48) d Coldstream 191 (B. Walsh 75, H. Bean 28, C. Morgan 6/62, N. Andueza 2/25), Wandin 185 (T. Thorne 41, L. Sinnott 35, J. Oakley 29no, M. Proctor 5/48) d Seville 153 (A. Dipietro 44, R. Oates 16, L. Roberts 16, C. Uzman 6/40). C Grade Yarra Glen 7/186 (G. Braden 89, J. Orren 36, J. Holden 3/63, G. LeBrocq 2/5) d o/r Yarra Junction 71 (S. Thomas 27, G. LeBrocq 12, J. Woods 4/16, G. Braden 4/20) and 100 (S. Thomas 24, H. Lubeck 23, J. Woods 2/9, G. Braden 2/9), Launching Place 9/189 (B. Toaeuber 67, M. Mconnell 34, B. Dunne 4/23, S. Thompson 2/57) d Powelltown 8/104 (D. Sharpe 29, B. Dunne 20, D. Colling 2/20, C. Hore 2/32) and 7/71(J. Waters 20, B. Dunne 19, D. Colling 4/21, L. Winter Annette 2/15). Marysville v Healesville D Grade (split innings) Yarra Junction 9/279 (D. Robertson 83, C. Long 69no, B. Clarke 31, L. Long 26, S. Lowe 4/58) d o/r Gruyere 9/135 (F. Young 23, M. Bluett 23, N. Dowdell 3/30, L. Long 2/33, A. Clark 2/34) and 8/115 (F. Young 36, B. Clark 2/2, D. Odea 1/1, C. Neil 1/8), Coldstream 135 (C. Dikschei 42, N. Taylor 24 H. Thompson 3/20) d Mount Evelyn 23 (M. Pezzimenti 6/2 (including hattrick), A. Cummins 2/5) and 46 (D. Taylor 4/4, C. Steele 3/10), Wandin

7/ 294 (B. McKenzie 124, B. Sinnott 97, A. Dalm 2/9, J. McKenna 2/38) d o/r Seville 125 (R. Culwick 32, S. Mundie 23, M. Sinnott 2/8, M. Oakley 3/0, B. Sherwell 2/14) and 120 (R. Culwick 42, Z. Greenfell 34, B. McKenzie 2/2, B. Sinnott 3/9), Launching Place d Yarra Glen (forfeit) One day grade Hoddles Creek 9/180 (J. Lawrence 41no, M. Porter 32no, A. Randall 21, J. Nelson 3/7, J. McIntosh 2/7) d Warburton Millgrove 171 (J. Nelson 46, J. McIntosh 42, F. Saurine 19). Coldstream 1/120 (KQP 37, S. Kollosche 31, J. Betts 1/19) d Healesville 113 (S. Gamble 45, R. Nolan 32, D. Pezzimenti 4/21), Healesville-Toolangi 6/160 (J. North 42no, D. Plunkett 40no, R. Dipietrantonio 1/9) d Silvan 77 (T. Martin 22, S. Dennett 4/13), Mount Evelyn 0/172 (T. Hancock 43no, H. Tindley-Roe 43no, A. Taylor 42no) d Wandin 9/165 (M. Alderman 27, D. Alderman 26, D. Trembath 26, T. Hancock 2/14, M. Duke 2/6), Seville 4/137 (R. Pearse 41no, A. Knight 40no) d Powelltown 127 (B. Simpson 51no, A Knight 3/16) Under 16 Warburton-Millgrove 0/8 v Yarra Glen 8/112 (P. Moores 51, J. Lusk 25, F. de Varga 3/13, N. Andueza 2/14), Mount Evelyn 4/184 (A. Brisbane-Flynn 50no, T. Cromie 50no, K. Yeoman 1/19, B. Thomas 1/22) v Yarra Junction, Healesville v Launching Place/Wandin 3/155 (L . Sinnott 44, M. Pezzimenti 41no, B. Nielson 2/21), Seville v bye Under 14 Wandin/Launching Place 9/161 (J. Birnie 33no, M. Bradly 28no, F. Lever 3/25 T. Cooney 2/13) v Healesville White, Yarra Glen v Warburton Millgrove 4/134 (A. Nelson 27no, D. Cerveri 26no, L. Nettlefold 1/11, A. Pinder 1/7), Seville v Yarra Junction/Hoddles Creek 149 (E. Leeds 40no., H Basset 23no., C. Frankovic 23. L O’Dea 4/14), Healesville Red v bye Under 12A Warburton Millgrove v Healesville Red (no play), Healesville White v Hoddles creek 8/110 (O. Simpson 29no, A. Hall 8, J. Hammond 4/4), Marysville 7/7 (P. Birtchnell 4, T. Ungerbok 3/0, D. Finch 2/1, F. Lea 1/1, L. Sheppard 1/1) v Mount Evelyn 5/94 (T. Ungerbok 16no, L. Shepperd 15no, B. Jones 11no, P. Birtchnell 2/10), Seville v bye Under 12B Coldstream 4/151 (H. Wheeler 17no, E. Smith 16no, Chantelle Hermansen 1/12, Katrina Taeuber 1/13) v Launching Place, Yarra Glen 7/168 (A. Thompson 25no, C. Adamson 22no, R. Humphreys 2/16) v Yarra Junction, Gruyere v Healesville Blue

Craig Hewitson and Harry Norman in the Men's 800m. 149635

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REGISTRATION AND FAMILY DAY Sunday 14 February 11am - 2pm Past, new and prospective players are invited. To be held at the Woori Yallock Football Ground. Under 9’s to Under 16’s Any girls aged 8-12 interested in playing girls footy are also welcome to come along and sign up.. Coaches required for all age groups.

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YARRA Ranges Athletics Open Men’s and Open Women’s teams qualified for the Athletics Victoria Shield Final to be held at Lakeside Stadium on Saturday 6 February. The top two teams from each zone in each grade qualify for the AV Shield final. The Yarra Ranges Athletics Open Men’s team finished on top of the Division 2 ladder to set up an exciting end to the 2015-'16 summer season. A second place in the Women’s Division 2 competition was enough for the Open Women’s team to also qualify for the final.

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Yarra Glen Bowls A CLOSE loss for the first side this week to top side Ivanhoe, winning 1 rink, with the other three rinks going down by the slightest margin. However, the story of the week is the second side only going down to Bayswater by 5. You might wonder ‘why celebrate a loss’, but this side has fought hard all season and to have two rinks up constitutes a victory of a different kind, with everyone playing fantastic bowls for the whole game against strong opposition. Mid-week pennant was played on Thursday due to the Australia Day holiday, a win coming to our firsts defeating Eltham comfortably and the Division 3 team narrowly going down to Blackburn. Only a few matches to go as the club turns its sights towards finals for Saturday Division 1 and Midweek Division 3, which are both in with a winning chance.

WEDNESDAY 27 January: PAR: Winner on the day was Neil Leckenby with an impressive +4. Runner-up on a countback with +3 was the ever-reliable Lynda Dickson. Balls went down to +1. The nearest the pins

went to Max Carvill on the 3rd ‘and’ the 9th and also to Ian Garside on the 15th. Thursday: Twilight: Shane Campbell won this week on a countback with 19 points. Malcolm Dickson also had 19 points to come in sec-

ond. The ball rundown extended to those who accumulated 16 points. The nearest the pins went to Ossie McClay (1st), David Clinch (3rd) and Meredith Nursey (still not on single figures!) on the 9th. On Saturday

30 January, the club held its presentation day for 2015 winners. Suffice to say, the golf on the day was won by a team ably captained by ‘Junior Cross’ (with a combined aggregate stableford score of 147 points).

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Round 13 Midweek Division 1 - Section 4 - Open: Yarra Glen 66 (14) d Eltham 48 (2); Player of the Week: Des Ayres; Next round host Heathmont. Midweek Division 3 Section 4 - Open Blackburn 62 (14) d Yarra Glen 57 (2); Player of the Week: Neil Skate / Pauline Lloyd; Next round host to Healesville. Round 14 Saturday Division 1 Sec 4: Ivanhoe 84 (16) d Yarra Glen 72 (2); Player of the Week: Phil Ramage; Next round host Lilydale. Saturday Division 2 Section 4: Bayswater 78 (14) d Yarra Glen 73 (4); Player of the Week: Peter Leonard; Next round travel to Warburton. Saturday Division 4 Section 5: Chirnside Park 82 (18) d Yarra Glen 54 (0); Player of the Week: Lyn Baker; Next round travel to Monbulk.

THE Morrison-Moore combination came out to play cricket last weekend. Amanda Morrison opened the bowling and took six wickets, including a hat-trick, finishing with the figures of 6/19 off 10 overs (all bowled) and assisting the team to contain Dingley to 100 runs. Dingley won the toss and elected to field first, which brought Donna Moore to the crease who looked unstoppable as she

week because a Saturday game doesn’t suit working players, so the club called on assistance from the junior girls. They all played exceptionally well and contributed in all areas of the game. Georgie Parker bowled four overs, while Katrina Taeuber bowled two. Next round is against Ringwood Cricket Club at Proclamation Park, Ringwood, on Sunday 7 February.

compiled a very handy 84no including 10 fours. Morrison partnered her for a 57-run stand, Stephanie Cousins partnered her for a 55-run stand and Caitlyn Parker came in at No.5 to make a handy 36no. Melissa Bock was great in the field with a direct hit run-out and a catch, while Ebony Camilleri took one wicket off her four overs. Player numbers were low this

Seeking Burras’ best from 1960 to 2010 THE Warburton- Millgrove Cricket Club is holding a Past Players’ Reunion on the weekend of 27-28 February. A major part of the weekend is the announcement of the ‘Teams of the Decades - 1960s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s’, as well as ‘Team of the Half Century 1960- 2010’. The teams will be announced

at a special reunion dinner on Saturday, 27 February, at the Warburton-Millgrove Sports Club (Mac Sparke Reserve, Warburton) starting at 6.30pm. Cost is $30 per head for a two-course meal. Dress is semi-formal. Drinks available from the bar. All current and past play-

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held at the sports club on Sunday, 28 February, from 12 midday, so as to continue to catch up with old team-mates and friends. All current and past players from all grades are invited to attend this unique event, significant in the history of the club. Bookings are essential: Contact Garry Lewis 0407 540 234 or (03) 5966 5386.

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ACROSS Boxer (13) Tree (5) Dirtiness (7) Asset (6) Ten years (6) Hymn (5) Declare (5) Boat (6) Tranquil (6) Try (7) Riches (5) Sal volatile (13)

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DOWN Select (6) Join (5) Particular (7) Flower (4) Evade (5) Brave (7) Country (6) Dart (7) Lattice (7) Ever (6) Niche (6) Animal (5) Surpass (5) Daze (4)

2 9

8 5 4 9 7 1

6 4 1 8

6 5 3 1 9

8 7

7 8

Cryptic Clues

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7408 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Brought to book. 8, Slide. 9, Ne-tba-ll. 10, Regain (anag). 11, Pr-ais-e. 12, Spent. 14, Frank. 18, Please. 20, Starve (anag). 23, Abridge. 24, Ni-no-n. 25, Get on together. Down - 1, B-ist-ro. 2, O-wing. 3, G-reci-an. 4, T-one. 5, Ot-(nru)ter (rev). 6, Orat-i-on. 7, Ki-lle-d. 13, P-i-errot. 15, Re-tinue. 16, (ga)Sp-rang. 17, Meaner (anag). 19, Sedan (anag). 21, Ranch. 22, Her-o.

1 3 9 7 5 8 4 6 2

7 4 8 9 2 6 1 3 5

5 6 2 3 1 4 8 9 7

6 2 4 8 9 3 7 5 1

9 8 1 5 6 7 2 4 3

3 5 7 2 4 1 9 8 6

2 9 6 4 7 5 3 1 8

8 7 5 1 3 9 6 2 4

Solution No.4070

4 1 3 6 8 2 5 7 9

DOWN 1. First into “The globe.” It’s been turned into a pub (6). 2. Not having paid for the round, fly! (5). 3. The forigner does nag terribly about the sticky rice (7). 4. Sound the time on the hour (4). 5. Returning the return half to the swimmer (5). 6. Talk to Nora about, when I go in (7). 7. Rubbed out, then put back the L in “child” (6). 13. A staggering porter is carrying one for the entertainer (7). 15. The followers again unite, having been seperated (7). 16. Jumped with a half gasp and gave the warning signal (6). 17. Are men, perhaps, more stingy? (6). 19. A chair manufactured by the Danes (5). 21. Spread to America (5). 22. Chap who gets the lady love in the book (4).

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7408 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Cruiserweight. 8, Olive. 9, Squalor. 10, Credit. 11, Decade. 12, Psalm. 14, State. 18, Launch. 20, Serene. 23, Attempt. 24, Lucre. 25, Smelling salts. Down - 1, Choice. 2, Unite. 3, Special. 4, Rose. 5, Elude. 6, Gallant. 7, Turkey. 13, Scuttle. 15, Trellis. 16, Always. 17, Recess. 19, Camel. 21, Excel. 22, Stun.

ACROSS 1. Made to pay for by being portrayed as a novel character? (7,2,4). 8. A picture of something in the children’s playground? (5). 9. The girl carried the bat out for the game (7). 10. Get back the lost earing minus the central piece (6). 11. Give a good reference as I had worked in it before? (6). 12. Exhausted when one had got through (5). 14. Not hiding anything from the man (5). 18. A parking agreement, if you don’t mind! (6). 20. Averts, dodging fast (6). 23. A literary contract (7). 24. Is she in the inn, rolling? No (5). 25. Share the same bus stop and become friends? (3,2,8).

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Motoring All kinds of engines By KATH GANNAWAY IF YOU love the sound of engines revving, or the glint of chrome, and, a great family day out, then you’re in luck. Four significant motoring events over the next few weeks offer plenty of variety, whatever your preferred genre when it comes to cars, bikes, 4WDs and trucks. Black Saturday Remembrance Cruise This event at Healesville is the first to roll out, this Saturday 6 February. While the emphasis is on commemoration of the Black Saturday Bushfires, and a display of resilience and remembrance, it is expressed through what has become a hugely supported car and bike cruise. The event displays the strength of the Yarra Valley communities while raising money for the local CFAs who give their time to protect and serve local communities. The cruise will depart the Lilydale Industrial car park at 3pm, travelling through some of the towns affected by the fires and conclude in Healesville railway precinct at 4pm for a remembrance ceremony at 5pm. Organiser Stacey Kinsmore encouraged people to attend the remembrance ceremony, see the cars as they roll into the station and help fund-raise for the CFA. Victorian 4WD Show at Wandin The Victorian 4WD Show hosted by the Land Rover Owners Club of Victoria is next in line, on Sunday 21 February. Billed as Australia’s largest outdoor 4WD event, it attracts a large number of visitors each year and provides a great opportunity to look and learn about the latest accessories, motor vehicles, campers and modifications available to four-wheel drivers. The show is known for its great range of exhibitors and there is also a large representation of local 4WD clubs ready and willing to answer questions about 4WD clubs and enjoying your 4x4 safely. Demonstrations in the grandstand arena and out in the field provide lots of excitement and the opportunity to

see experienced 4Wdrivers testing their skill in a range of scenarios. There are also lots of children’s activities including free train rides, a jumping castle and a giant slide. The Victorian 4WD Show is held at Wandin Park Equestrian Centre, 305 Victoria Road, Wandin North. Wandin Custom Car and Bike Show This show is a grassroots, familyfocused event that has grown extraordinarily over the past six or seven years. Held on the third Wednesday evening of each month from October through to March, the atmosphere is relaxed and the pre-1985 cars and allera bikes have that extra bit of shine as the setting sun reflects off the duco and chrome. Gates open at 6pm, and in addition to row after row of magnificent motors, there are lots of local community groups providing great food and drink, lots of room for the kids and very often live music. Organiser Cindy Redden-Vitale said in a previous interview with the Mail that her key goal was to get people into the valley to see how beautiful it was and inspire them to come back with their families. The show raises thousands of dollars each year for the Royal Children’s Hospital and local organisations. The next show is on Wednesday 17 February at the Wandin East Recreation Reserve, corner of MonbulkSeville and Old Baker roads. Mountain District Car and Bikes Show @ Healesville The Mountain District Car and Bike Show is stepping up a notch with its 10th Anniversary Mega Show at the Don Road Sporting Complex in Healesville on Sunday 10 April. Run by enthusiasts Jacqueline and Greg Sheppard, the show has become an annual pilgrimage for competitors and spectators from all around the Yarra Valley and beyond. They have pulled out all stops to make this a special and spectacular display of hot roads, classic, custom and vintage cars, classic and custom bikes and trikes, utes, Chev/F-trucks and some that defy categorisation.

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