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Love's locks lost THE couple that shaves together, fund-raises together. Husband and wife Carl Botha and Monique De Jager shed their locks at Dandenong Plaza on Friday 11 March to support the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave. The shopping centre held a full day of shaving and colouring activities to raise money for blood cancers. See www.dandenong. starcommunity.com.au for more photos. 151239 Pictures: ROB CAREW
The thin blue line By CASEY NEILL SPRINGVALE Police Station had to close its doors due to insufficient officer numbers, the Opposition has claimed in Parliament. But Victoria Police spokeswoman Danielle Fleeton says “unplanned leave” closed the station’s counter service overnight from the evening of Tuesday 8 March. “At this time, there was a greater need to have police out on the road where they are most needed rather than inside the station,” she said.
“Community members were directed to the nearest 24-hour station in Dandenong - a five-minute drive - from 11pm to make face-to-face inquiries.” But Opposition police spokesman and Eastern Victoria Region MP Edward O’Donoghue the situation reflected the “enormous pressure that police in the south-east are under”. “I would suggest this is almost, or may be, unprecedented,” he said. “The most recent police statistics show that crime is up and the most recent police statistics show that police
numbers are down. “The government has failed to provide the resources that police require.” Mr O’Donoghue said crime statistics showed a 9.4 per cent increase in crime in Springvale for the year to September 2015, and that the figure was up more than 20 per cent on the 2010/11 year. Police Association Victoria secretary Ron Iddles said the situation was unacceptable. “The public deserves better,” he said.
“It’s an indictment on the current state of wafer-thin frontline police resources that we are seeing some 24hour police stations closing their doors for often extended periods. “The obvious solution is to boost police numbers in order to keep pace with our state’s booming population growth.” Mr Iddles said Victoria’s population was growing by more than 100,000 people every year. “As long as police numbers remain stagnant, sadly, we will see more and more instances of supposedly 24-hour
police stations closing their doors,” he said. State Government spokesman Kosta Pandos said the Chief Commissioner directed the specific allocation of police resources based on operational need “and we will continue to consult closely with Victoria Police to ensure they are appropriately resourced”. “We’ve funded an extra 700 police personnel and delivered a record $2.5 billion to Victoria Police to help keep our community safe, which is more than the previous Coalition Government ever did,” he said. 1220246-RC11-16
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WHAT’S IN A NAME DELVES INTO THE FASCINATING STORIES AND PERSONALITIES BEHIND SOME OF THE CITY’S BEST-KNOWN STREET NAMES. THIS WEEK THE JOURNAL LOOKS AT KINGSBURY LANE, LOCATED BETWEEN THOMAS AND LONSDALE STREETS IN CENTRAL DANDENONG AND NAMED FOR FAMILY BUSINESS KINGSBURY’S.
Kingsbury's had the lot ARTHUR Kingsbury moved to the then-cattle and produce market town of Dandenong in the early 1880s, built a comfortable brick house in Hemmings Street and started a plumbing and tankmaking business on the corner of Lonsdale and Walker streets in 1886. His younger brother Alec started work in the business in 1890, met Adelaide Bradford in Dandenong soon after, married and had a son Frank. The couple’s other three children Alan, Gil and Joy were born between 1908 and 1916 and the family home was at McCrae and Walker streets now home to Dandenong Plaza. Alec and Arthur worked the business until 1895 when Arthur heard about the gold rush in Kalgoorlie and left to settle there and sink bores. Alec recognised the potential that Dandenong had and decided to expand the business. He bought land at Foster and Lonsdale streets, moved the business there in 1902 and added hardware. He bought land along the tracks from the railway station down to the
WHAT’S IN A NAME? The Kingsbury store. Frankston Road and grazed horses that were used to deliver his stock to outlying properties. Just east of the Cheltenham Road viaduct, Alec built a timber yard and joinery works in 1913. When World War II broke out Alec, then 66, was left to continue the business while Gil, 25, and Frank, 42, left Dandenong to do their duty. All motor vehicles were annexed by the government as part of the war effort and that left Kingsbury’s Foster Street store with an empty showroom. Kingsbury’s had started manufacturing bicycles from imported parts but materials dried up quickly when the war started. Gil returned in 1946. “When I came back to the shop it had a whole lot of secondhand bits and pieces,” he said. “All imports had stopped long ago
An old Journal advertisement for Kingsbury's. and all we could sell was what was already here. “It took a good five or six years to get the business back on its feet properly but that was the same for everyone.” Alec started a successful baby carriage and baby wares section. Gil was a foundation member at Dandenong Chamber of Commerce, formed in 1948, joined Rotary the
same year, and played a major role in forming the Dandenong RSL subbranch. Kingsbury’s became a major department store in the 1950s and moved into the electrical business, selling and servicing refrigerators, whitegoods, televisions and radios. “We built it up to be the biggest electrical store in Dandenong at the
which two characters alighted with drums and hoses. The car number was taken followed by further appropriate action, but there were some red faces when it was found the two strangers had come to fix one of the service units.
Day campaign. From now until midday, the council will sell daffodil bulbs to raise money for all Australians affected by cancer. If everyone plants a bulb or two now, by Daffodil Day on 23 August, Victoria will be a blazing sea of gold. Proceeds of the bulb sales go towards research, education programs and patient and family care.
time,” Gil said. “We sold service, not just the goods and that was our edge for a long time.” Alec and Adelaide Kingsbury passed away in 1966 and 1967 and the family sold the McCrae and Walker streets property soon after. In the 1970s, Gil decided he was unable to compete with the discount stores and scaled down to concentrate on bicycles and baby goods. He retired in 1982 and transferred Kingsbury’s to his nephew Graeme Frank’s oldest son - but kept an interest in the business until it was broken up in 1992 after 106 years. Want to know the history behind a street name in Greater Dandenong? Let us know and we’ll find out! Email journal@starnewsgroup.com.au.
LOOKING BACK 100 years ago 9 March 1916 Conscription At a meeting of the Cranbourne Shire Council on Saturday, a letter was received from the Warragul Council advocating the adoption of conscription. The president said that as the voluntary system had not yet had sufficient trial, he would move that the question be deferred till the next meeting. Cr Wilson said that conscription was a tough proposition at the present time, for
it was not as though every available man was needed at the front, for some were required to attend to the affairs of the country. 50 years ago 8 March 1966 It’s none of our business but ... Staff at a local institution were recently regularly having their cars “milked" so they appointed a vigilance roster. It wasn’t long before there was movement in the car park - the arrival of a strange car from
20 years ago 12 March 1996 Flowers fight cancer The Anti-Cancer Council of Victoria has taken the fight against cancer underground in its latest Daffodil
5 years ago 7 March 2011 Rain delays works
Central Dandenong’s major roadworks are now set to continue through to the end of April. Vic Urban development director Christopher Herman said the delay was a result of the “unprecedented” summer rainfall. Greater Dandenong Councillor Jim Memeti said he was keen to see the end of the roadworks ... - Compiled by the Dandenong and District Historical Society
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Lost in translation By CASEY NEILL AID agencies are using emergency relief funds to pay for interpreters, after the Federal Government cut translation service support. There are less vouchers, food parcels and financial support available to the community following the November announcement, South East Community Links (SECL) told a community forum at Edinburgh Hall in Springvale on Thursday 10 March. The organisation’s CEO Dr Rhonda Cumberland called on the government to immediately reintroduce free translating and interpreting services for emergency relief and financial counselling services. Afghan-born Sayema turned to SECL following a horrific family violence attack, seeking support to sort out legal and financial problems. “When I came back from the hospital I thought my life was finished, it was over, that I had no choices left,” she said. “But this community service has helped me, has assisted me with the interpreter with my banking issues. “The interpreter service is not only important for me it’s important for the entire community. “Australia is such a multicultural country that interpreters are very important for people to understand their rights.” Dr Cumberland said many people turned to SECL as a last resort. “They’re the people that we have most concern about, who will need interpreters to be able to take that next step to move on from a crisis or personal circumstance that is just simply bringing them down,” she said. “There’s more than 40 different languages spoken in our communi-
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Sayema receives financial counselling. ty, in our local area, and we estimate that it will cost us close to $50,000 so it’s a substantial number of people who will miss out. “Because you need an interpreter should not disadvantage you and you should not be punished for it.” SECL financial counselling coordinator Kay Dilger said the service used interpreters several times a day. “We’ve got such a diverse range of languages. We rely on this service,” she said. “We got 30 days notice that the
service was being discontinued. We were taken by surprise. “It’s something that in the past has had a lot of bipartisan support from all layers and levels of government. “We’re committed to make sure that the quality of services to clients is not affected. “However, we have to face some realities. “Our biggest struggle as an organisation is looking at how we can continue to provide our services, particularly in the area of emergen-
cy relief.” Greater Dandenong Council community services director Mark Doubleday said the council was supporting the agencies in their advocacy to have the funding retained. “Greater Dandenong has a diverse community with high needs and the loss of the service represents a loss of access for clients to this area of need,” he said. The Journal contacted the Department of Social Services for comment but did not receive a response before deadline.
CRIME paid a measly wage to armed robber John Oscar Asifiwe. The 20-year-old Dandenong nursing student helped two males rob $1620 from a servo. Asifiwe’s take was apparently just $20 - at the risk of up to 25 years in jail. He and a male co-offender jumped the Dingley Village servo’s counter and manhandled its 24-year-old attendant about 2.30am on 2 April last year. The co-offender threatened the worker with a knife - though Asifiwe at one stage held the weapon as the register was forced open. A helper waiting outside threw a wheelie bin and a lawnmower through the front glass doors, allowing the bandits’ escape. In sentencing on 4 March, County Court Judge Phillip Coish said Asifiwe committed a “horrible act” that terrified the victim. “You played an active role though it may have been a last-minute action by you and it was unsophisticated.” The Tanzanian-born Asifiwe had a difficult, disrupted childhood before arriving in Australia in 2008. Thirteen years were spent in a refugee camp. He was a good student, who was active in the community, according to his mother. He changed when he caught up with a bad crowd. Asifiwe was entitled to be judged of good character with high rehabilitation prospects despite a subsequent affray charge, Judge Coish said. He took into account Asifiwe’s early guilty plea, remorse, youthfulness, no adult prior convictions and his co-operation with police. The accused’s admissions led to the prosecution of one of the co-offenders. Asifiwe consented to a two-year supervised community order of 200 hours unpaid work.
By CASEY NEILL AN APEX gang member has allegedly threatened to shoot a Greater Dandenong detective, approaching her in a cafe while she ate lunch with her partner. A poster displayed inside Dandenong Police Station warned officers that the teen or his partners, linked to a string of aggravated armed burglaries and car thefts, could launch an attack on the building. But Victoria Police Southern Metropolitan Assistant Commissioner Robert Hill told 3AW on Friday 11 March that he did not believe an attack would occur. “I don’t think the circular is an accurate reflection of what we’re
facing here,” he said. “I do not think the perpetrator actually said that he would enter the police station. “He knows where the member works and that’s the extent of it.” Asst Comm Hill said “an individual” had been arrested and was in custody, charged with aggravated burglary. The threatened officer’s father, Patrick Rampal, said she was on leave and had been diagnosed with anxiety and stress. “She was in the taskforce investigating that group and she has made several arrests and probably charged over 20 of them,” he said. The former policeman said the
incident happened about 10 weeks ago and involved two men of African descent. He said they spotted and approached his daughter, made a phone call and “a car load of about eight African men pulled up outside”. At that point, the officer and her partner left. “My daughter asked to be transferred to a different area completely away from Dandenong,” Mr Rampal said. “That was refused by the superintendent in Dandenong. “She wants to go back to work. My daughter’s a fourth generation police officer.
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Son showed few signs of extremism, inquest told By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS NUMAN Haider betrayed few signs of his radicalisation to his family, his father told a coronial inquest. The family had no inkling ahead of the disastrous confrontation with police at Endeavour Hills, in which Haider stabbed two police and was fatally shot on 23 September, 2014. To them he was a “funny and funloving” son, who was close to his mum and who regularly helped her in the kitchen. A hard worker who was never aggressive, according to the family’s statement read in front of State Coroner John Olle on 7 March. “We never contemplated Numan would commit such an act of terrible violence.” His father - who cannot be identified - said he didn’t notice a change in Haider’s views, though his son was uncharacteristically out all night often in his final week. The family never talked politics, and Haider never discussed his own Islamic State sympathies with them. Haider was physically and mentally healthy. He didn’t take alcohol or drugs, Haider’s father said. The father was warned a month beforehand by an imam of a Hallam mosque that Haider should stop asso-
ciating with a man Lindim Sulejmani. “I knew he had friends that I did not know,” his father stated to the court. He was unaware of Haider’s Facebook post five days before the shooting, in which Haider posed in army camouflage and a balaclava, holding a Shahada flag. On social media, Haider had pledged total support for the Taliban. The father knew nothing of Haider’s waving of an Islamic banner in Dandenong Plaza earlier in September, not until Joint Counter Terrorism officers knocked on his front door. The family, according to their statement, didn’t know ASIO had serious concerns about Haider. His father told the court when ASIO agents visited his home in August 2014 that he didn’t know what ASIO was. The officers spoke to him and his son, warning Haider to stay away from “extremists” at the Al-Furqan Islamic Centre. The father was given a business card, but thought the intelligence officers were police. He told the court he instructed Haider to renew his passport in July ahead of a family trip to Germany and Afghanistan to visit relatives and find Haider a bride. The father did not know why his
son’s passport renewal was being held up and then his passport cancelled. The passport office wouldn’t give the father any reasons. He told the court Haider was very upset by the cancellation - one day before the shooting. That was the only change that the father saw in his son, according to his statement. Less than an hour before Haider stabbed police, he had returned home from an outing with friends in Warburton. He became distressed that his family allowed police to search his room that day. Haider went to his room, telling his family he wanted to pray. Five minutes later, he told his family he had to leave to return property to a friend. His father saw the water container and runners in his son’s hand, and had sympathy. He told his son to come home quickly. After midnight, police told the family that Haider had been shot dead. Without laying blame, the family stated they wanted to know what caused their child to turn. They believed Haider had been “manipulated” into making his rash, final actions. The family, nursing an “inconsolable grief”, wanted the inquest to examine the role of “intense policing”
and the pursuit of young men had in radicalising them. What was the effect of cancelling Haider’s passport the day before the shooting, they asked. Compounding their grief, the family had since been the target of “vitriol”. They stressed they were “moderate Muslims” who had fled Afghanistan due to persecution by the Taliban. Haider’s eldest brother told the court he grew up with stories of how their father had been captured and tortured by the Taliban. The brother at one stage gave a “lecture” to Haider, correcting his younger brother’s views on international politics. He spoke with Haider how to deal with the “putting down” and “bullying” of Muslims without getting emotionally affected. He told him to focus on studies and work. “It wasn’t about religion. It was more about not listening to my parents.” The brother was unfamiliar with Haider’s friends, nor was he a Facebook friend. He was unaware of Haider heading to Bankstown in Sydney less than two weeks before he died. When an upset Haider left the family home for the last time, the brother warned him “not to do anything stupid”.
A friend Sulaiman Sarwari, of Berwick, told the court that he saw Haider nearly daily in his final weeks but spoke only briefly by phone on 23 September. They both prayed and ate together often, together with Lindim Sulejmani. Haider was like a “blood brother” who joked a lot with him, Mr Sarwari said. Mr Sarwari said in a statement he knew nothing much about ISIS nor supported terrorism.He didn’t know of Haider’s interest in these things nor the Dandenong Plaza incident. Haider had become depressed because his family didn’t support his ideas and gave him a hard time, Mr Sarwari said. He believed Haider was physically bashed by family members, including in front of people at the Hallam mosque - though Mr Sarwari didn’t see any of the alleged assaults. During the inquest, Haider’s brother and father denied Haider had been struck by family members. According to the family’s statement, Haider’s mother can’t perform the “basics of cooking” without thinking of Haider. “Instead she goes to bed and she weeps.” The inquest continues.
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Service provider The Bridge's Phillip Toovey and Tracey Thomas, MP Clare O'Neil, NDIS rep Anne Picture: CAM LUCADOU-WELLS Skordis and The Bridge's Mary-Jane Stolp at the forum. 151337 on mum and dad in their eighties, then we’ve failed and I’m determined not to fail,” Ms Skordus said. Another attendee asked if incompetent service providers would come in and create a ‘pink batts’ debacle. The government was still working on accreditation standards and safeguards, Ms Skordus said. A mum of an autistic son without government support said she was willing to move to an earlier rollout area, out of desperation. Ms Skordus warned people couldn’t receive packages until they’d lived in a rollout area for 12 months. Audience member ‘Ramona’ told Star News how her husband had given up work to look after their daughter full-time for the past 27 years. They receive no funding, not
even a carer’s pension. Ramona says her daughter was struck by the rare Dravet Syndrome since being injected with a “triple” vaccine as an infant. She has severe epilepsy and highly specialised needs requiring 24/7 care. “The government says it’s your child. You look after her. “It’s not fair. My question is, will the NDIS pay us as carers and help us with respite?” Another mum told Star News that her autistic son’s $12,000 earlyintervention funding had dried up several years early, even with the family paying for services out of their own pocket. “Under the NDIS, we should be getting about $12,000 a year - the same amount that we get now for seven (years).”
These families - and the expected more than 105,000 Victorians - still have to wait patiently for the scheme. In Greater Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia, the NDIS will start rolling out on 1 September 2018. It’s expected to take up to 12 further months for eligible people to enter the scheme. Federal Labor MP Clare O’Neil, who organised the forum, acknowledged people in the room had waited decades for a better system. “It’s impossible to conclude (the current system) is a good and a fair system. “In Australia people with a disability don’t get the resources they need to live an ordinary life.” She said MPs who wanted to cut the scheme were getting “punished politically”.
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ROLLING against the tide, Keysborough Bowls Club is entering an innovation-rich renaissance. While many clubs are struggling or folding, this group has grown by more than 30 this season. It has broadened its reach to the young, teaching the game’s finer arts to students as part of Keysborough College’s curriculum. Barefoot bowls - with upbeat music and a sausage sizzle - is
building a following on Friday nights, with a possible darts club off-shoot in the wings. President Kevin Deer said a lot of the college students from diverse nationalities had grown to love the game, much to the surprise of some of the less sporty participants. “It’s not just learning the skills but learning how to organise a game. “They learn to work as a team and they have to work out different strategies on how to beat an opponent.
“They usually give us two or three years as teenagers, then start going on dates.” However, several of the latest 40-strong crop of bowls students will be sticking on as pennant match players. The 140-member, nine pennant-team club has been further buttressed by a recent councilfunded redevelopment. This comprises a synthetic green which allows for winter games, and a large, shady verandah in front of the clubrooms and near the bar.
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‘Dump’ skyrail THE state upper house has called on the government to dump the proposed CaulfieldDandenong sky rail and instead put rail-under-road to eliminate nine level crossings, including three in Noble Park. Opposition planning spokesman David Davis, who introduced the motion passed on 9 March, said the government had to “listen to the community”. “It has gone forward with a model of sky rail before the consultation. “It is a sham consultation.” The motion also called for a “full, open Environmental Effects Statement”, without which “the results will be disgraceful and shocking”, Mr Davis said. “Today’s vote sends a strong message to the Andrews Government to rethink its plans for a cheap and nasty quick fix to
its level crossing removal commitments,” he later said. “Everyone wants level crossings removed - but they want it done properly with rail under road.” Greens South-East Metropolitan MP Nina Springle told Star News the project could go ahead without parliamentary approval - and so bypass the Legislative Council. Ms Springle said the Greens were undecided “given there’s no clarity around designs”. “There’s been no detailed information provided, so it’s impossible to make an informed decision. “That’s causing community frustration because they want answers and assurance that detailed work has been done, not just a press release and glossy animation.” Labor Western Metropolitan MP Cesar Melham, in speaking
to the Liberals’ motion in Parliament on 9 March, listed the project’s benefits compared to rail-under-road. Mr Melham said there would be less interruption to commuters and traders, less noise and a lot of new trees and vegetation would be planted. “At least we will be able to go to the next election in 2018 and say we have delivered that project. What do you think? “If they think it was a good project, obviously they will vote for the government to get back in. “If they do not think it was a good project, I am sure they will punish us.” Liberal South Eastern Metropolitan MP Inga Peulich retorted: “Build sky rail, and Labor is looking at political defeat. “It is looking at political slaughter.”
Skids gangs ‘shut down’ By LACHLAN MOORHEAD POLICE have arrested three alleged ringleaders of the Skids hoon gangs. On Monday 7 March a 23-year-old Mornington man was arrested at a Melinga Crescent home, a 21-year-old Greensborough man was arrested at a Cosham Court home, and a 21-year-old Mount Martha man was arrested at a Balcombe Drive property. It comes after five youths from Hampton Park, Cranbourne North and Cranbourne South were charged on Friday, with police claiming they had “shut down” the rival south-east and north-west Skids gangs. A total of nine people were charged on Friday 4 March after Taskforce Regarder seized a black 2003 Holden ute from a Dulnain Court home in Hampton Park and an orange VT Holden Commodore from a Greta Court house in Ferntree Gully in the early hours of the morning. Among those charged on Friday were two men from Hampton Park aged 28 and 23, two men from Cranbourne North aged 22 and 23, a 20-year-old Cranbourne South man, an 18-yearold Somerville man, a 28-year-old Langwarrin South man, a 19-year-old Gladstone Park man, and a 20-year-old Ferntree Gully man. They have all been bailed to face Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 11 May.
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MANY hands at South Eastern Melbourne Vietnamese Association did clean work in Springvale on Clean Up Australia Day. About 90 members collected 18 bags of rubbish, and a car tyre, in parks and streets on 6 March. And the double-decker hats came up a treat (as seen in the photo). EMPLOYMENT Minister Michaelia Cash said securing cash for a headspace online employment tool was easier with tech-savvy Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull at the helm. “If you stand close enough to the prime minister I’m pretty sure you can recharge most of your devices,” she joked at a recent launch for the resource at headspace Dandenong. BEFORE he was a fixture at Cornerstone Contact Centre, Don Cameron tried his hand at the Journal. During a recent interview he revealed he did work experience with legends Marg Stork and Phil McLeod back in 1986. “I went home and said ‘I met Marg Stork, an institution of Dandenong’,” he said.
“I thought she was immortal.“ THERE’S a lot said about Keysborough South these days. But does it actually exist? Councillor Peter Brown has taken issue with a recent email from a council officer referring to Keysborough South Bowls Club. Cr Brown wrote back that the area had been called Keysborough after his Keys family relatives. The new Glen Alvie estate off Hutton Road - commonly known as Keysborough South these days - was the site for the establishment of “Keys’ Borough”. “Councillors do not help by perpetuating the myth that there’s a Keysborough South postcode, nor do residents who have recently moved into the area,” Cr Brown wrote.
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Plaza website hack By CASEY NEILL HACKERS have replaced the Dandenong Plaza website home page with a disturbing image of a Christmas-themed clown. An evacuation at the shopping centre on Saturday was unrelated, a plaza spokeswoman said. The Turk Hack Team claimed responsibility for the hack in text on the altered home page, which included a black background and a clown in a Christmas hat with bloodied facial scars. A comment on social media site Reddit claimed the text on the right translated as “We’re all gonna end up dead anyway, so might as well hack some websites”.
On Monday morning, www. dandenongplaza.com.au led to a page with a photo of happy shoppers and the message, “Our new website coming soon”. The plaza spokeswoman confirmed that on Sunday 6 March the shopping centre’s website “experienced a technical glitch which was addressed by our web developers and is now back up and running as per usual”. The drama followed a pump in the Walker Street sprinkler room being activated about 5.30pm on Saturday 5 March. “For the safety of our guests, the centre was evacuated and the issue was resolved and cleared by the fire brigade shortly after 6pm,” the spokeswoman said.
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All hands on deck for clean-up day DANDENONG Police Paddocks Reserve has received a spruce-up from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. More than 200 volunteers took part in Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 6 March at the paddocks and in Langwarrin and Rockbank. They collected close to a tonne of rubbish from the three sites. “It was really good to see all the youngsters, especially the teenagers and children, participating in this event,” regional youth leader Muhammed Kaleemullah said. “It is all about educating on the importance of Clean Up Australia Day.” Youth leader and site supervisor Kashan Ahmad said: “We cleaned up lots of areas around the Police Paddocks. It was a really good job.”
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“This event is building awareness in the youth on how they can participate in the community and how to clean the environment.” Ahmadiyya Muslim Victoria and Tasmania Imam Syed Wadood Janud said Clean Up Australia Day also held religious significance. “Prophet Muhammad told his followers that cleanliness is at least half of your faith,” he said. “Furthermore, he said loving and serving your country is a part of your faith. “By participating in Clean Up Australia Day we are in fact fulfilling and discharging our duties as Muslims. “And in doing so we are helping the environment to ensure the preservation of this beautiful land.”
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A SAFE containing $1600 and sporting apparel were among the loot from a Dandenong South robbery. Thieves forced entry to a retail outlet on Frankston-Dandenong Road, about 1am on Sunday 6 March. They spent two hours inside before fleeing with the safe, cash and clothing. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 with any information.
Fun run and twilight film TAKE to the track then relax with a movie in Tirhatuan Park this month. The City of Greater Dandenong is warming up for its second annual Twilight Fun Run on Saturday 19 March. Rotary Club of Dandenong’s fourth Cinema Under the Stars event will follow. Fun runners can choose from 3km, 5km and 8km courses, and the first 150 registrations will receive a free T-shirt. There’ll be staggered starts from 5.30pm and entry is $5 per person, $20 for a team of six, and free for children aged under five. Cinema Under the Stars is free and will include a barbecue, jumping castle, animal farm and face painting. Performing dog entertainment will tie in with the night’s movie, Oddball, which will start at 8.30pm. Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, food and drinks. Visit greaterdandenong.com/twilightrun for more information or to register for the run.
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Students in clean-up lead SCHOOL was a load of rubbish at Yarraman Oaks Primary on Friday 4 March. Students from all year levels took part in Clean Up Australia Day, turning tongs and gloves to Fotheringham Reserve in Dandenong, Oakwood Park in Noble Park North and their Noble Park school yard. Grade 3/4 teacher Janelle Strain said the school ran an environment group with a focus on sustainability. They recently took an excursion to Replas in Carrum Downs, which turns used plastic into useful products, and learned about the harm rubbish could cause to wildlife. “We’ve done some work also on rubbish in the ocean,” Ms Strain said. Greater Dandenong Council performed a waste audit at the school. “The kids have been involved,” she said. “They’re really passionate about it so we’re just trying to harness that.” Grade 4 students wrote persuasive texts about why people should participate in Clean Up Australia Day: I REALLY think everybody should be part
of Clean Up Australia Day because we don’t want our planet Earth to be covered in rubbish. My first reason is that lots of people love animals and lots of them are dead because of rubbish. I calculated that around about 47,304,000,000 plastic bottles are getting littered every year. So that is a lot of plastic bottles getting littered! The third reason I thought of is that Clean Up Australia Day is a great time to clean up our wonderful Australia. - Jamie Schmidt THE first reason I think you should participate in Clean Up Australia Day is so you can help save sea creatures like turtles, seagulls and many more. Rubbish can look like food to sea creatures and sometimes they get tangled in them and die. Another reason I think you should participate in Clean Up Australia Day is so we can stop putting useful stuff in landfill and recycle them so we can keep the Earth clean and so there is less rubbish around Australia. The third reason I think we should participate
in Clean Up Australia Day is so we can breathe fresh air and not pollution because that can make people sick. Another reason we should participate in Clean Up Australia Day is so we can stop bushfires because plastic or glass can cause bushfires. I think. The last reason why I think we should participate in Clean Up Australia Day is so other people can stop picking other people’s rubbish up. - Anida Jukic FIRSTLY, I think you should participate in Clean Up Australia Day because you would be helping clean up our environment and prevent making pollution. Secondly, you would be making the Earth healthy by cleaning up rubbish. Thirdly, you would be stopping rubbish getting out into the ocean and harming or killing the sea creatures. Last but not least, you would be making Australia look the best it can look by cleaning up Australia. So I think you should participate in Clean Up Australia Day! I HOPE YOU AGREE! - Methuli Arachchige
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WHAT’S ON It’s sale time AN Easter craft sale and super garage sale is coming up. ■ St John’s German Lutheran Church, 3 Albert Avenue, Springvale. Saturday 19 March, 10am.
Dinner with a VIEW DANDENONG Evening VIEW Club’s next guest speaker is Doug Black from the National Servicemen’s Association of Australia, who’ll talk about life as a Nasho. VIEW Club supports the Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. New members and guests are welcome. ■ Dandenong RSL, 44-50 Clow Street, Dandenong. Tuesday 5 April, 7pm. Bookings are essential. Call Brigitte on 9795 1222.
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Autumn Fest THIS annual event will features live music, roving performers, workshops, dance clinics, sports and games. ■ Wachter Reserve, opposite Parkmore Shopping Centre, Kingsclere Avenue, Keysborough. Sunday 3 April, noon to 5pm. Call 8571 1000 for more information.
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THE Combined Probus Club of Noble Park Incorporated meets on the first Monday of the month. The not-for-profit club is for retired people over the age of 55. Members participate in outings, coffee mornings, cinema trips and more. New members are welcome. ■ Paddy O’Donoghue Centre, 16-18 Buckley Street, Noble Park. Monday 4 April, 10am. Call Lesley Jarutis on 9546 2346 for more information.
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THIS tour will wander beyond Springvale Road through arcades and laneways to discover Cambodian, Thai, and Vietnamese/Chinese cuisine. ■ Thursday 14 April, 6pm to 8.30pm. $45 per person. Bookings are essential. Call 8571 1377 or book at www.greaterdandenong.com.
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Dandenong West Community Festival THE school will celebrate Cultural Diversity Week and Harmony Day with a festival full of cultural performances and free familyfriendly activities. ■ Dandenong West Primary School, 32 Birdwood Avenue, Dandenong. Friday 18 March, 2pm to 6pm. Call Vikki in the school office on 9792 2868 for more information.
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SPRINGVALE Town Hall will host a parade and service to commemorate Anzac Day. Marchers will meet at Springvale Rise Primary School and proceed to a service. ■ Springvale Rise Primary School, corner Union Grove and Springvale Road, Springvale, to Springvale Town Hall. Sunday 17 April, 10am.
Talks On THIS will be The Open Door’s first Talks On for the year. Guest speaker Greater Dandenong councillor John Kelly will speak about his knowledge and love of Dandenong. ■ The Open Door, 110 Ann Street, Dandenong. Wednesday 16 March, 5.30pm to 6.30pm. A $5 donation is suggested. Bookings are essential. Call Trish or Jo on 9791 8664.
Twilight fun PARTICIPANTS of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in the Twilight Fun Run and stick around for Cinema Under the Stars. There’s a three-kilometre course ideal for prams and families with children, a five-kilometre course, and an eight-kilometre course ideal for runners and walkers. The first 150 pre-registrations receive a free T-shirt. ■ Tirhatuan Park, Outlook Drive (enter via Kriegel Way), Dandenong North. Saturday 19 March, 5pm.
Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom EVERYONE is very, very small in The Little Kingdom, home to a young fairy princess named Holly and her best friend Ben, an elf. They’ll be live on stage in this 75 minute show, with interval. ■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Saturday 19 March, 10am and 12.30pm. Tickets are priced from $27.90 to $44.90. Babies under 12 months can watch free on their carer’s knee. Visit www.drumtheatre.com.au for tickets.
Lunch for the men’s shed A TWO-COURSE buffet lunch will raise money to support the Springvale Multicultural Men’s Shed. ■ Springvale RSL, 23 Osborne Avenue, Springvale. Sunday 20 March, 12.30pm. $25 per head. Book by 15 March to Mike Griffiths
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Afghan New Year AFGHAN Women in Victoria will hold a women’s-only new year celebration with food and entertainment. ■ Menzies Hall in Dandenong North. Friday 25 March, 6pm to midnight. Call Gula on 0407 853 286 for more information.
Music at the market DANDENONG Market is hosting live music on Sundays. ■ Dandenong Market, corner Cleeland and Clow streets, Dandenong. Sundays 20 March, 17 April and 24 April, 11am to 2pm.
Party Tricks ENJOY a post-work drink at the Drum Theatre and stay on for a free comedy show as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Sean Murphy’s Party Tricks is 60 minutes of stand-up comedy for adults that dishes the dirt on the world of children’s entertainment. The show will be in a new cabaret seating mode - table seating on the stage coupled with regular auditorium seats. ■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Tuesday 5 April, 6pm. Call 8761 1666 or visit www.drumtheatre. com.au.
Tim Credible AS PART of the Easter school holiday program, Tim Credible will present an interactive magic show featuring ventriloquism and a performing dog. The free event is for children aged five to 10 years. ■ Springvale Library, 411 Springvale Road, Springvale. Tuesday 5 April, 11am. Call 1300 630 920 or see library staff for more information.
Kid’s Party Confidential SEAN Murphy is bringing this show for 5 to 12-year-olds to Dandenong for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. A 50-minute play and create workshop with Sean will follow the performance. ■ Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong. Tuesday 5 April, 1.30pm. Tickets are priced from $10. Workshop attendance is an extra $5. Call 8761 1666 or visit www.drumtheatre.com.au.
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DANDENONG If you are looking for modern convenience, low maintenance yet close to the town centre, this home is sure to impress. With an impressive front view overlooking the parkland, easy access to the home from the rear lane, this lovely home on a cottage block of land with high ceilings features downlights, three bedrooms with wardrobes, the main with ensuite, a modern kitchen with butler’s pantry, separate bathroom/toilet, plus a lounge overlooking the back yard. Powerful reverse-cycle split unit gives year-round comfort, and there are two rooms with built-in electric heaters and rear lane access to the remote garage. This home is sure to attract attention among the investors with a great rental return of $1696 a month. Tenants are great and would love to stay as long as they are allowed. This purpose-built estate, promoted and developed by Places Victoria, has fibreoptic cabling, recycled water, children’s park, bicycle tracks and lots of greenery giving that bit of touch of urban and country living. Land: about 281 square metres.
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BARRY PLANT DANDENONG, 9706 7455 YASANTHA DE SILVA, 0432 805 336 9 VANNER LANE INSPECT; BY APPOINTMENT PRICE: $450,000 PLUS
WANTIRNA SOUTH Custom designed to take in the light through grand windows and towering skylights, this magnificent 46-square home lets you attain success in regal surrounds. Claiming an elevated corner in the prized Knox College estate, a fivemetre high entrance hall commands attention as you move from the elegant formal living room out into the radiant ambience of a spacious granite kitchen and raised family room. Large light-filled living areas, a top floor bedroom wing with views out to the Dandenong Mountains, a palatial master parent’s retreat and romantic terrace, offer resort living for those keen to lap up alfresco ambience. A clever outdoor kitchen with its own pizza oven, barbecue, wok burner and sink lets you host family and friends with the utmost privacy behind high rendered walls. Quality appointments throughout include gas ducted heating, sauna, refrigerated cooling, a feature pebble fireplace, stainless-steel double oven, and wet bar. Complete with a solar and gas heated pool and spa - beautifully styled with a mosaic water feature, palm trees and sunbaking deck - three lavish hotel sized bathrooms, a huge office or fifth bedroom and a triple garage with internal entry. Set among the district’s top private schools (Waverley Christian College, The Knox School, St Andrew’s, Caulfield Grammar and Wesley), with nearby Westfield Knox, and the city-to-coast connections of Eastlink.
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Unity
NOBLE PARK
This versatile unit tucked at the rear of the complex will be a hit for all buyers. With space in every direction, high ceilings, downlights, carpeted robed bedrooms, ducted heating, a sun-soaked open plan living and dining area plus a feature-filled kitchen - this has it all. Add in the bonus of a main bedroom with an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, an amazing private courtyard to wine and dine plus a lock-up garage with remote control and extra car space and this becomes the perfect package.
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Springvale South 60 Coomoora Road Perfect home close to schools!
Auction Sat 2nd April at 1:00pm
This fabulous four bedrooms family home is full of character & just waiting for its new owner. It ofers a master bedroom with a full en-suite and BIR, a well-appointed kitchen with S/S appliances and dishwasher adjoining meal area and a light filled lounge room. Further highlights include ducted heating, two split system air-conditioning, floor boards in all bedrooms, lock up double garage and carport can accommodate up to 4 cars plus a low maintenance garden.
View Wed 4:30-5:00pm Sat 12:30-1:00pm
3 Alice (Phuong) Le M 0422 199 270 P 8555 3828 alice.le@harcourts.com.au Harvey Nhan M 0432 558 881 P 8555 3828 harvey.nhan@harcourts.com.au
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www.unity.harcourts.com.au
AUCTION 11AM THIS SAT
SPRINGVALE 19 Royal Avenue To be auctioned this Sat 19th March this magnificent 920m2 site is complete with plans & permits for 20 large apartments over 4 levels plus secure basement car parking, consisting of: 1 x 3 Bed, 2 Bath (Penthouse); 18 x 2 Bed; 1 x 1 Bed Includes guest parking spaces. All have balconies or court yards. Walking distance to Springvale Central shops, schools, medical facilities & public transport. To register your interest & obtain more details please contact the agents shown.
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BARRY PLANT NOBLE PARK, 8710 0000 KUSH CHETRI, 0425 199 192 4/18A ARDGOWER ROAD INSPECT: WEDNESDAY 6PM-6.30PM AND SATURDAY, NOON-12.30PM AUCTION: THIS SATURDAY, 12.30PM
AUCTION 1PM THIS SAT
1-3 a 1-2 b 1-2 c AUCTION Sat, March 19 at 11am VIEW Sat 10.30-11.00am AGENT Theresa Huynh 0450 551 959 Bon Ta 0401 802 936
CENTURY 21 THERESA HUYNH 9547 7222
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NOBLE PARK 78 Douglas Street Auctioning Saturday, this pretty cottage stands out from the crowd with its modern take on a traditional style so familiar in suburbs like Hawthorn and Armadale. Its corner location presents only the distinctive lines of the family home to the passer-by with the double garage tucked away behind the house and easily accessed from Shepreth Avenue. Adding to this convenience is the short walk to Noble Park Railway station, local shops and nearby schools.
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CENTURY 21 THERESA HUYNH 9547 7222
CENTURY21.COM.AU
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HOME OF THE WEEK SPRINGVALE 767 HEATHERTON ROAD
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THE HOME OFFICE This beautifully renovated 3 bedroom home plus a study will make dreams come true for the first home buyer. Sited on a very generous 587m2 (approx) north-facing allotment and enjoying a high-profile main road location, this comprehensively updated and detailed home is also currently used as a nail salon, but is ideal for just about any other home occupation / home office use (STCA). Set up ideally for the young and growing family; here you can keep an eye on the kids whilst generating income at the same time! The home comprises 3 spacious bedrooms all having built-in robes and served by a fully renovated bathroom. There is a separate study, a sunken formal lounge, a large dining area and a very spacious kitchen with plenty of cupboards, a dishwasher and a big 900m commercial-style stove. There is also a large, family meals area. The vast timber-decked alfresco area under a pergola enabling year round entertaining. Also outside are a large garden shed plus a single car garage and a double tandem carport. Features include gas ducted heating and 3 air conditioners, gleaming solid hardwood floors throughout plus premium tiling to all wet areas. This excellent home is sited within a short walk of Aldi Supermarket and Springvale Plaza shops, train station, bus stop and schools. It is also just 5 minutes’ drive to East link and all other amenities. Perfect for young families, first home buyers and investors alike.
Price: $650,000+ Inspect: Wednesday 4:00 - 4:30pm Saturday 11:30 - 12:00pm
KEYSBOROUGH 23-25 LAKE VIEW AN OCEAN OF LAND WITH OPTIONS
KEYSBOROUGH 438 CHANDLER ROAD Price: $950,000+
Rarely would you find an opportunity like this. A chance to secure this massive corner site. Extremely rare; this block 895m2 is where you can build your forever dream palace! Alternatively, its size and strategic corner location may potentially open up a chance to redevelop the site to multiple residents (STCA). This huge corner block is surrounded by quality residences and is just 500m from the prestigious Haileybury School, Springers Leisure Centre, acres of parkland, bus stop and more.
Office: Keysborough Ph: 9701 8611
Le Hoa Wysham 0418 566 133
Price: $560,000+
CORNER BLOCK OF LAND Already titled and ready to build, this sensational home site is located on the corner of Chandler and Church Roads. This sensational 460m2 block offers great potential for the new home builder who can’t wait and wants to move into their new home WELL BEFORE the end of 2016! It’s possible! Measuring 14m x 33m (approx) this is available now. Just a stone’s throw to Parkmore shop, bus stop and East Link. Why wait when you don’t have to?
Le Hoa Wysham 0418 566 133
Le Hoa Wysham 0418 566 133
Office: Keysborough Ph: 9701 8611
KEYSBOROUGH 28 STAFFORD STREET
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LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT
Price: $750,000+ Inspect: Saturday 12:45 - 1:15pm
From your first steps inside this home, you will see yourself living here. Beautifully presented and comprehensively appointed; this immaculate, single storey near new home will win your heart. Set in a high demand location within the Somerfield Estate; it features 4 bedrooms, the spacious master bedroom with full en-suite bathroom and walk-in-robe, 2 living areas, quality carpet and floating floors throughout, formal lounge/sitting room, open plan kitchen equipped with stainless steel, 900mm oven and cooktop matched with waterfall stone benches, dishwasher and glass splash backs. Adjoining are the bright, sunny dining area and family room which open onto a fabulous, covered alfresco family entertaining area with a built-in-BBQ and bench seating, speakers, block-out blinds and ceiling fan. Extras include: ducted heating, ducted vacuum, evaporative cooling, security system, Large double garage with remote door and internal access plus beautiful landscaped gardens and aggregate driveway. The home is surrounded by quality properties and is within easy access to East Link, neighbourhood picnic parkland nearby, 5 minutes to Haileybury College and 10 minutes to Edithvale beach and station, making this home a perfect life style choice for both the young and growing family and empty nester alike.
Office: Keysborough Ph: 9701 8611
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1 & 2/67 Glendale Road Springvale
3 Mandala Court Mulgrave
FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Huge 869m2 lot with spacious 3 bed BV plus separate 2 bedroom unit. Each has ample rear garden, gas appliances & parking space. Both are let & returning $31,000p.a. (Potential to increase). Ideal investment or potential to subdivide (STP) & re-sell. Land area also suitable for up to 4 units (STP). Central location close to schools, shopping centre & station. Don’t miss this!
GREAT 1ST HOME OR DEVELOPMENT SITE Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent
Sat 19th March at 1pm 10% dep - bal 60 days $600,000+ Wednesday 5-5.30pm Saturday from 12.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088
45-47 Wattle Drive Doveton FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OR DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Two 3 bedroom homes set on a huge 1064m2 block with potential for further development at rear (STP). Structurally sound, each home requires internal renovation but offers potential for an excellent income while obtaining a planning permit. Alternatively demolish the homes and re-develop the total site. Great location close to schools, shops & transport.
Spacious 3 bed BV set on a huge 732m2 lot in a lovely court close to schools, transport & shopping centre. Offers lounge with OFP, separate dining, modern kitchen itted with WO & gas HP, tiled bathroom and large bedrooms. Other features include polished loors, ducted heating and cooling. Huge rear land for later extension or potential dual occupancy (STP). Alternatively clear site and land is perfect for a multi-unit development (STP).
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Sat 19th March at 2.30pm 10% dep - bal 30/60 days Contact Agent Wednesday 6-6.30pm Saturday from 2pm Jerome Mulholland 0401 060 804
27 Doveton Avenue Eumemmerring PRIME DEVELOPMENT SITE OR INVESTMENT Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent
Sat 2nd April at 11am 10% dep - bal 30/60 days $550,000+ Saturday 2-2.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088
Elevated rectangular lot of 725m2 with existings 3 bed BV & double garage. Presently let at $1,516pcm provides income while obtaining a development permit. Retain existing & build a new unit behind or demolish & use site for up to 3 units (STP). Great access to schools, shopping centre & freeway access.
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27 Burrows Avenue Dandenong Central
Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent
Sat 2nd April at 12pm 10% dep - bal 60 days $420,000+ Saturday 3-3.30pm Neil Butler 0411 637 088
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1165 Stud Rd Rowville (Near Crn Wellington Rd) LUXURY LIVING WITHOUT COMPROMISE
PRIME LOCATION – APPROX. 711m2 LAND Fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to develop or live in. This 4 bedroom home features a large lounge, modern kitchen with lots of cupboards, DW, R/H & separate meals area. Ducted heating & evaporative cooling for year round comfort. Huge potential for multiunit site (STP). Land size approx. 711m2 in high density growth zone. Minutes walk to hospital, schools & CBD. Develop or build your dream home in Central Dandenong.
Auction Terms Price Inspect
Auction Terms Price Inspect Agent
Sat 2nd April at 1pm 10% dep - bal 30/60 days Contact Agent Wednesday 6-6.30pm Saturday 1-1.30pm Chris Drieberg 0411 737 303
Beautifully designed, you’ll be spoilt for choice with a selection of 30 apartments & 8 executive town homes in this boutique development. - Buy now & secure stamp duty savings up to $21,000(subject to value). - Your choice of colour tones - Enjoy sweeping views from the rooftop terrace - Quality kitchens with stone benchtops & S/S Bosch appliances. - Bamboo looring, quality carpets & double glazed windows .
Private Price Inspect Agent
$350,000+ By appointment Neil Butler 0411 637 088
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9791 3177
Shop 1, 11 Langhorne Street, Dandenong
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Inspect Sat 3:30pm
Shane Ah-Kan 0433 301 502
Springvale 23 Birmingham Street 2
Positioned right in the heart of Springvale Zoned in Residential Growth Zone (high density zoning) ideal for developing townhouses, apartments or even running a business
287 Springvale Road, Springvale VIC 3171
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Top location close to Princes Highway, Springvale Road and Monash Freeway Charming 3 bedroom weatherboard home, easy to live or rent out Sizable land to fulfil your building/ subdivisional opportunities
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Harry Li 0414 216 699
Shane Ah-Kan 0433 301 502
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Inspect: Sat 11:00am until 11:30am Two residential units boasting incredibly spacious, contemporary design with high quality finishes Both units comprise of open plan living and meals domain with well equipped kicthens and plenty of cainetry Great location close to schools, shopping & parklands Shop 13 Narelle Dr, Aspendale Gardens S/C VIC 3195 03 8586 6411
This 2 bedroom brick veneer home on 850sm of land Zoned RGZ1 is a future money maker. An ideal development site for multiple units or multi-level apartments (stca) in this highly sought location near the Dandenong Shopping Centre, Dandenong Hospital, Dandenong High School and an abundance of recreational parks. Offering an entry hallway passage, separate lounge and dining, kitchen looking onto rear yard, bathroom and laundry. With so many possibilities to either renovate, rebuild or redevelop in this charming location in the heart of Dandenong. Walk to all your favourite cafes and restaurants or visit the vibrant local markets nearby. Currently rented on a monthly tenancy or vacant possession can be arranged. Land 18.28 m x 46.51 approx. Terms are 10% deposit Balance in 30/60 days. AUCTION: Saturday 9th April at 1pm. VIEW: Saturday 2pm to 2.30pm AGENT: Chris Zervas 0417 333 200 PHOTO ID REQUIRED PRIOR TO ENTRY
Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157
Nickole Smirnov 0434 220 381
isellgroup.com.au 1220351
Darras & Zervas Estate Agents
337a Clayton Road, Clayton 3168
(03) 9544 4611
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Excellent combination of formal & casual living spaces Stunning contemporary kitchen with stone surfaces, WIP, s/steel appliances Semi-outdoor entertaining area with additional kitchen facilities Upstairs living area and balcony space
Keysborough 22 Haldene Street 517 m
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Laura Voinea 0435 921 730
Medina D 0432 193 343
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Auction 2 April 12:30pm Price Guide $270K - $297K Inspect Sat 12:30pm
Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157
Laura Voinea 0435 921 730
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family bathroom, separate toilet & laundry facilities Shop 13 Narelle Dr, Aspendale Gardens S/C VIC 3195
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Auction 9 Apr 11:00am Price Guide $550K - $600K Inspect Sat 1:30pm
Dinesh Raghu 0431 131 157
Medina D 0432 193 343
isellgroup.com.au 1220349
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KEYSBOROUGH 204 BLOOMFIELD ROAD
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Super Sized & Super Central! Calling all large families looking for a premium locale home with rooms galore. What a grand sized home, with plenty of room in all directions that’s ready for your, all of the family (including extended family) plus more! Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, three toilets, ample parking space plus a double lock up garage that has the potential to be converted into 2 bedrooms (STCA). If ever there was a home that’s fit for a super sized family, this is it. Terms: 10% Deposit. Balance 30-90 Days.
NOBLE PARK 24 SIMPSON STREET
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Saturday 19th March at 2:30pm Contact Agent Thurs 5:15 - 5:45pm & Sat 2 - 2:30pm Photo ID required Phong Ho 0432 031 601 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
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NOBLE PARK 1043 HEATHERTON ROAD
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Primed for Development on 809m2 (approx). THREE KEY INGREDIENTS FOR A GREAT DEVELOPMENT: 1 - The land is very level, no big slopes to contend with to keep construction costs down. 2 - Rectangular block allowing for optimal development (no difficult unusable corners). 3 - Position where it’s so close to all central amenities, this is a prime & highly sought after location. Opportunities like this do not last long so be sure to act fast here before it is too late.
Plenty of Potential on 588m2 (approx). Developers, Renovators, Investors - this is the dream you’ve been searching for. A great sized corner block on a 588m2 (approx) parcel of land with an abundance of potential. This is your chance to start building for your future where you can detonate the weatherboard home and build multiple dwellings (STCA). You could also renovate the existing home & turn this into a superb castle. What an opportunity!
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Wednesday 30th March at 5pm unless sold prior $550,000+ As advertised or by appointment Photo ID required Phong Ho 0432 031 601 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT
Saturday 9th April at 11:30am Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Wed 6:15 - 6:45pm & Sat 11 - 11:30am Photo ID required Phong Ho 0432 031 601 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 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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KEYSBOROUGH 13 MARGA PLACE
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Hand Crafted & Immaculate Family Home It’s not often you can live in a home that has been expertly built by an award winning builder, be so well positioned in the heart of Keysborough, close to the areas most exclusive schools and enjoy the quiet surrounds of the golf courses and wetlands all at your doorstep. That is what you can enjoy in this spacious, sun filled, supersized family home. Boasting 5 bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR, multiple living areas, a spectacular kitchen with all of the bells and whistles, plus two outdoor entertaining areas including a versatile timber alfresco with an in-built BBQ & heaters. This is an entertainers dream and the perfect fit for a large family looking for a life of luxury. If you want a dream home on a block size of 600m2 (approx) that’s full of quality, class and charisma, this is the one! Terms: 10% Deposit. Balance 90/120 Days.
NOBLE PARK 40 KURINGGAI CRESCENT
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Saturday 19th March at 11:30am Contact Agent Wed 6 - 6:30pm & Sat 11 - 11:30am Photo ID required Chang Wang 0450 706 668 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888
KEYSBOROUGH 16 MEADOWBROOK PLACE
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Large Family Home with a Self Contained Unit at the Rear! Calling all large or growing families looking for an exceptional home. This home provides an abundance of space, four bedrooms inside, plus a self-contained unit at the rear with an extra bathroom and toilet. This home has everything – modern carpets in most of the rooms, floating floors in the remainder, 4 sizeable BDRs with BIRs, heating & it’s all positioned on a block size of 535m2 (approx).
Sun Filled and Renovated for an Easy Living Lifestyle. From its gorgeous façade right through to the sun soaked rear yard & sunroom, this exquisite family home in a prime pocket is the perfect family package. Boasting 4 good sized BDRs, all with BIRs & ceiling fans, a renovated kitchen with a dual stacker dishwasher, solid timber floors, a huge living with cathedral style ceilings plus a sunroom to entertain all year long – you can’t look away.
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Tuesday 5th April at 5pm unless sold prior $550,000+ As advertised or by appointment Photo ID required Jessejames Mariñas 0431 108 933 Chee-ky Dunlop 0422 910 881 KEYSBOROUGH 8769 1888
PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT
Saturday 19th March at 1:30pm $580,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 90-120 Days Thurs 6 - 6:30pm & Sat 1 - 1:30pm Photo ID required Chang Wang 0450 706 668 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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NOBLE PARK 226 RAILWAY PARADE
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Right in the Heart of it All! What a home… What a position… What an opportunity! This is an exceptional family home that’s ready for you to make your memories, can simply be an exceptional investment with great future prospects as it lies on 610m2 (approx) for potential subdivision or can be used as a doctors surgery / commercial site (STCA). With 3 large BDRs, a central bathroom, double car garage, a free flowing living room plus a dining and meals area with kitchen.
Contemporary, Central & No Body Corp! This versatile unit tucked at the rear of the complex will be a hit for all buyers. With space in every direction, high ceilings, downlights, carpeted robed BDRs, heating, a sun soaked open plan living & dining plus a feature filled kitchen – this has it all! Add in the bonus of a MSTR with an ensuite & WIR, an amazing private courtyard to wine & dine plus a remote lock up garage with an extra car space and this becomes the perfect package.
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Saturday 9th April at 11am Contact Agent 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60/90 Days Sat 3:30 - 3:50pm Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
NOBLE PARK NORTH 8 ROULSTON COURT When looking for a family home, you have to ask yourself what features or amenities would be perfect. Would you want 4 BDRs, ensuite to MSTR with a WIR? Maybe you would love 2 living areas – how about the choice of 5 schools all within walking distance? If you want it all, this is the home!
PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT
Saturday 19th March at 12:30pm $360,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Wed 6 - 6:30pm & Sat 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Kush Chetri 0425 199 192 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
4a 2b 2c 2e Tuesday 5th April at 5pm INSPECT Sat 12:10 - 12:30pm Photo ID required PRICE $570,000+ CONTACT Mehmet Atesel 0419 333 553 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
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Gorgeous Two Bedroom Unit that’s Ready to Go! What a gorgeous modern feeling, well maintained two bedroom unit, that’s perfect for investors, first home buyers, downsizers and smart buyers. Boasting two good sized carpeted bedrooms, master with a split system unit, a spacious sun filled living room, also with a split system unit, an open kitchen with a dishwasher plus room at the rear to entertain – this will be a hit for all. METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT
Tuesday 22nd March at 5pm unless sold prior $280,000+ Wed 6 - 6:30pm & Sat 10:30 - 10:50am Photo ID required Steven Vavouras 0413 240 148 Tim Stickley 0409 215 540 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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Looking For Something With That ‘Wow Factor’? Take a look at this home because it is not your average property! Step inside this contemporary, well designed unit and immediately fall in love with the style, class and quality on offer. With a light & bright open plan living area, dining with spacious kitchen, spacious BDRs with BIRs, large solar panels, gutter shield, ducted heating, split system air-conditioning and a large backyard.
There is No Compromise for Quality and Space. This immaculately presented home makes sophisticated example of contemporary design that radiates style and comfort and feels more like a house than a unit. Featuring an open plan living with a gas open fire place, separate dining & spacious kitchen with sparkling stone benchtops, kitchen with direct access to an undercover decking plus 3 good sized robed BDRs.
METHOD
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PRICE INSPECT CONTACT
Tuesday 22nd March at 5pm unless sold prior $350,000+ As advertised or by appointment Photo ID required Janina Ksiezycka 0422 991 439 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
PRICE TERMS INSPECT CONTACT
Saturday 9th April at 1pm $390,000+ 10% Deposit. Balance 30/60 Days. Sat 12:30 - 1pm Photo ID required Janina Ksiezycka 0422 991 439 NOBLE PARK / SPRINGVALE 8710 0000
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A Brand New Beauty! Finally - a superbly well presented and amazingly outstanding brand new three bedroom unit with only two on the block has come on the market - and it’s ready for you to enjoy for years! Open living, sparkling finishes, a feature filled kitchen, great sized rooms plus a sun filled courtyard with low maintenance gardens. This is the dream unit you’ve been waiting for and with only two on the block, it’s private, serene and has your name written all over it. METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT
Wednesday 30th March at 5pm unless sold prior $440,000+ Sat 3:20 - 3:40pm Photo ID required Nalaka Weerakoon 0414 445 403 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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Explore Your Possibilities with The C! Auction this sAturdAy
KEYSBOROUGH 1 Sunset Court
4A2B2D4L
Elegantly Renovated & Ready to Relax!
Auction:
19/3/2016 @2pm Terms: 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 Days
Inspect:
Saturday 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Perfectly located and ripe for relaxation, this one is ready for you to step up to life. Featuring four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this spacious and stylish corner block home has so much room to move. Garaged carport for peace of mind, lawns to play and a calming view of Keysborough Community Park. The home is fully renovated with glittering caesar stone benchtops and stainless steel appliances, tiled bathrooms and rich hardwood loors. Ducted heating and evaporative cooling throughout, great storage space and light-illed living zones makes this the perfect family home. Located in a quiet neighbourhood close to the Cheltenham Rd bus allowing for easy access to Parkmore Shopping Centre, only a stroll to Resurrection Primary School and within close proximity to Haileybury and Lighthouse Christian College. This perfectly presented home will surely capture your heart.Terms: 10% Deposit, Balance 30/60 Days
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379
KEYSBOROUGH 1 Cafardi Boulevard
4A5B6D1B2L
Corner Perfection with Premium Proportions
Private Sale:
$990,000+
Inspect:
By Appointments Only Photo ID Require
Experience grand family living at it’s absolute best. This is not your ordinary house; this is something you need to see to believe. Set on a magniicent 560m2 (approx.) corner block this 4 bedroom plus study home is perfectly positioned within a family-friendly area just a short stroll from prominent Haileybury and Lighthouse Christian College. Orientated to maximise natural light with solid oak timber looring throughout, the downstairs boasts multiple living zones. A billiards room w/ built in bar, study/ofice, generous entertainers kitchen w/ butlers pantry onlooking formal living/dining area accompanied by a 10-person private theatre room completes the picture. Upstairs features 4 bedrooms each with their own ensuite that surround a living area complete with a treetop balcony. Outside, the whole family will love the covered & tiled alfresco area complete with easy-to-maintain gardens perfect for relaxed entertainment all year round. This sensational home delivers on every aspect, from its generous and well-zoned loor plan to its low maintenance gardens – the only thing missing is you.
858 10 999 14 DANDENONG JOURNAL Monday, 14 March, 2016
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
363 Springvale Road, Springvale www.theCrealestate.com.au
Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379 1220094
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NOBLE PARK 3/12 Ambrie Crescent
2A1B1D2L
KEYSBOROUGH 26/2-22 Breanne Place
2A1B1D2L
Luxurious and Contemporary, In a Prime Location.
Private Sale: $360,000+ Inspect: Wednesday 5:00 - 5:30pm Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Photo ID Require
Modern & Beautifully Low Maintenance
Private Sale: $380,000+ Inspect: Wednesday 5:00 5:30 pm Saturday 11:00 - 11:30 am Photo ID Require
Combining an excellent design with quality ittings, this single storey unit offers a genuinely luxurious yet contemporary living environment that is only a stone’s throw from Noble Park’s diverse shopping precinct. With great access to reputable schools, Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, Sandown Racecourse and Noble Park station provided by Princes Highway and Corrigan Road, there is little keeping this residence from becoming a family residential delight. The stunning interior begins with a light illed living room featuring quality tailor made curtains and beautiful porcelain tiles that lead to a modern kitchen with premium Caesar stone bench tops and soft closing draws.
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
Ozan Kanbur 0403 644 379
NOBLE PARK 1A Cypress Court
3A2B3D2L
SPRINGVALE SOUTH 16 Dome Court
3A1B1D2L
Your Own Frontage
Private Sale: $450,000+ Inspect: Saturday 10:00 - 10:30am Photo ID Require
Immaculate Brick Home in a Prime Springvale
Private Sale: $530,000+ Inspect: Thursday 5:00pm - 5:30pm Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm Photo ID
Combining an excellent design with quality ittings, this townhouse offers a genuinely luxurious yet contemporary living environment that is only a stone’s throw from Noble Park’s diverse shopping precinct. With great access to reputable schools, Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, Sandown Racecourse and Noble Park station provided by Princess Highway and Corrigan Road, there is little keeping this residence from becoming a family residential delight. The stunning interior begins with a light illed living, area featuring quality looring that lead to a modern kitchen with Caesar tone bench tops. Accommodation is abundant as walking up the exquisite stair case you will ind 3 carpeted bedrooms complemented by a generous bathrooms and the master bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe.
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
858 10 999 DJ
Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889
This easy-to-manage home located in the highly sought after The Keys estate, within walking distance to the prominent Haileybury and Lighthouse Christian College is the perfect downsizer, irst home or investment. An effortless lifestyle choice conveniently surrounded by Parkmore Shopping Centre, numerous golf courses and other excellent recreational entertainment values for people of all ages. This unit’s neutral palette highlights a beautifully bright living/meals area, open plan designer kitchen with Bellissimo stainless steel appliances and the privacy and entertainment pleasures of bi-fold doors opening into an expansive alfresco area. Complete with a two-way family bathroom, central heating, split system AC and single remote garage and parking for an additional car.
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Absolutely gorgeous with an abundance of potential, this stunning three bedroom family home is full of character and is just waiting for its new owner. A hidden gem located centrally in the heart of Springvale South tucked away in a quiet court. Occupying a sensational 601sqm land parcel, the home is charmed with an abundance of natural light. Offering 3 large bedrooms with BIR’s and split system AC’s, a sizeable L-shaped lounge room and a recently updated gourmet kitchen overlooking family dining area. Further highlights include ducted heating throughout, lock up garage with multi vehicle carport and x10 2KW solar panels offering fantastic energy savings. Just moments from Springvale South’s inest schools.
Corey (Khoi) Le 0417 311 491
363 Springvale Road, Springvale www.theCrealestate.com.au
Tommy Nguyen 0431 644 889 1220563
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SALES & RENTALS
118 Walker St dandenong P: 9791 5922 F: 9792 2536
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Dandenong
Dandenong North
1/29 BryaNTS road
MORE LIKE A HOUSE!
This bright, spacious two bedroom unit feels more like a small house than a unit with its separate driveway and corner situation. It features spacious double bedrooms with built in robes, large living area, ducted heating and cooling, alarm system, gas appliances and a private driveway to a single garage with internal access and an auto door. You will love the sparkling new kitchen with gas hot plates, rangehood and plenty of cupboards. There are two outdoor areas and a garden shed. Located within close proximity to Dandenong railway station and other amenities with a bus stop around the corner. This secure home ticks all the boxes. NO OWNERS CORP!
auCTioN: Saturday, 19th March, 2016 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 3:00pm to 3:30pm & Sat 12:00pm to 12:30pm
1 MCaFee CourT
TWO IN ONE!
Located in a popular North Dandenong Estate close to Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre and freeway access, this well constructed, low maintenance home will certainly stir up interest. Configured into two completely separate living areas with individual access, it consists of a single bedroom, kitchen, laundry, living room and a two bedroom, large lounge and formal dining area, kitchen/meals, bathroom and laundry under the one roof. Both areas have access to a central courtyard. The home could easily be reconfigured to include a fourth bedrooms or rumpus room. Lots of extras including ducted heating and air conditioning, aluminium shutters and double brick garage complete the package! THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!
auCTioN: Saturday, 2nd april, 2016 @ 11:00am (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 4:30pm to 5:00pm & Sat 10:30am to 11:00am
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Dandenong North
105 GladSToNe road
OPPORTUNITY FOR IMPROVEMENT!
This well located two bedroom home is ripe for either a full renovation or removal in order to build your dream home! Extend the existing home for your family or look at starting again and totally redevelop this site (STCA) and safeguard your future. Fantastic location – close to everything including St Gerards school and church, Lyndale Secondary College, local shops, transport and so much more! GENUINE VENDOR WHO WANTS IT SOLD!
Dandenong
38 de VillierS driVe
FOUR PLUS MORE WITH LOCATION!
A fabulous family home located in one of the most popular and central Estates in the city within walking distance of numerous schools and close to Eastlink access. There are four well sized bedrooms, full ensuite to the master bedroom, big lounge room, separate dining room and kitchen adjoining a meals/family room area. With highly polished hardwood floors and fresh paintwork, this home is ready to move into with a minimum of fuss. There is ducted heating, a secure back yard, extra large brick garage and double carport to complete the package. WON'T LAST!
auCTioN: Saturday, 9th april, 2016 @ 12:30pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 4:40pm to 5:10pm & Sat 1:30pm to 2:00pm
auCTioN: Saturday, 9th april, 2016 @ 11:00am (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 4:00pm to 4:30pm & Sat 2:20pm to 2:50pm
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Dandenong Central
22 MaCPHerSoN STreeT
OVER 1,350m2 IN ONE OF DANDENONG’S PREMIER LOCATIONS!
Move in to one of the city's best street addresses in Dandenong central and renovate the five bedroom plus study home to reform it from a large family home to a magnificent family home. Another option is to pull it down and redevelop (STCA). There are similar blocks in the street with multiple townhouses or design something that suits your own development plan for your future. The existing home is deceptive as it is double storey at the rear and has three living areas, two bathrooms and three toilets plus a garage and carport. There is also a large covered timber decked entertaining area to the rear and plenty of rear yard. All set behind a secure bluestone front fence. Surrounded by quality homes. Close to Dandenong Plaza, Market, schools, shops, churches, medical, train station and more.
auCTioN: Saturday, 9th april, 2016 @ 2:00pm (if not sold prior) oPeN: Wed 5:00pm to 5:30pm & Sat 11:00am to 11:30am
Dandenong
Dandenong
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME!
5 Norman Court
8 orgill Street
Tidy three bedroom solid family home adorned with generous sized bedrooms, all with built in robes, two living areas, two bathrooms and single lock up garage. In a high demand area of Dandenong, you have access to Eastlink, Dandenong Bypass, Princes Highway and seconds away from Dandenong South Primary School.
Walk to schools, parks, railway station and city centre in minutes! This fabulous site of approximately 414m2 accommodates a period style two bedroom timber home currently leased on a monthly tenancy. Ideal home site or redevelop (STCA). One of the better central locations in Dandenong’s ‘Golden Mile’.
For Sale: $520,000 to $560,000 oPeN: Wed 4:00-4:20pm & Sat 11:00-11:20am
For Sale: $350,000 to $370,000 oPeN: Sat 10:20am to 10:40am
Dandenong
Dandenong
Dandenong
Dandenong
NRAS APPROVED!
WALK TO DANDENONG PLAZA!
LONG TERM TENANT = SECURITY
TOP APARTMENT!
13/38 King Street
4/67 McCrae Street
This almost new property is surely one of the best in town! The bright sunny North facing balcony is large and has sweeping views over the city and towards the Dandenong Ranges. NRAS approval is current which provides a massive return of approximately 6.7% per annum with rent and Government rebate.
For Sale: $335,000 plus oPeN: Sat 1:40pm to 2:00pm
Located only 350 metres from the Dandenong Plaza is this unit featuring a large bedroom, lounge/dining off the functional kitchen with gas cooking, gas heating, front and back security doors and carspace. Currently tenanted to a long term tenant at$210.00 per week. Central to transport and many other facilities.
For Sale: $210,000 plus oPeN: Thurs 5:00-5:20pm & Sat 12:40-1:00pm
2/21 Potter Street
11/116 Princes Highway
Freshly painted two bedroom flat with built in robes and central bathroom. The lounge room has plenty of space and the kitchen has been re-tiled with new bench tops installed. With gas cooking and heating, this is an ideal property to add to your portfolio. CENTRAL LOCATION IS THE KEY!
For Sale: $210,000 to $230,000 oPeN: Wed 3:20-3:40pm & Sat 10:20-10:40am
Very neat ground floor flat featuring two double bedrooms with robes, large separate lounge room and separate kitchen/meals area with emprite gloss cupboards and sliding door to outdoor sitting area. Currently leased to excellent tenants for $250.00 per week. Private carspace. INVEST NOW!
For Sale: $215,000 plus oPeN: Sat 11:20am to 11:40am 1220272
Daryl Rayner Director 0411 537 820
Mick Whelan Sales Manager 0416 003 505
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John Ratnam Sales Consultant 0414 556 517
Samuel Hanna Sales Consultant 0425 698 307
Frank Holohan Senior Consultant
9791 5922
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DANDENONG 23 SUZANNE STREET
3a
1b
1c
TERMS PRICE INSPECT CONTACT
Saturday 9th of April at 11am 10% dep, 30/60 day settlement Contact Agent Saturday 1-1.30pm Ari Oinonen 0402 349 644
4a
2b
2c
Set on approx. 650m2, features include 2 sep living areas, galley kitchen/adjoining meals area, master with WIR, renovated F.E.S & central bathroom, d/h, A/C, huge backyard + 2 sheds. Ideal for the FHB, those looking to upgrade to a larger home or the perfect investment with the current long term tenant paying $330pw.
INSPECT Saturday 2-2.30pm Photo ID required PRICE $410,000 + CONTACT Ari Oinonen 0402 349 644
DANDENONG 9 VANNER LANE
3a
Offers 3 BR’s + robes, master with ensuite, kitchen + butler’s pantry, sep bathroom/toilet, reverse cycle split unit, 2 rooms with built in electric heaters & remote garage. Great return of $1696pcm, tenants are willing to stay on. Developed by Places Victoria fibre optic cabling & re cycle water also included.
INSPECT Saturday 1-1.30pm Photo ID required PRICE $450,000 + CONTACT Yasantha De Silva 0432 805 336
2e
Flat 623m2 block with 15.85m frontage is ideal for dual occupancy, demolish & develop the whole site or perfect as a new home site STCA. This home has spacious BR’s, updated kitchen with adjoining meals area & separate sun filled lounge, central bathroom & sep toilet. Extras are garage & attached carport, sizeable backyard, gas heating/cooking. Currently tenanted it makes this a hassle free investment with great long term capital growth potential, an ideal development project or easy family living with everything at your fingertips, you decide! METHOD
HALLAM 57 ALEXANDER STREET
2b
2c
2e
DANDENONG 4 Langhorne Street 9706 7455 | PROUDLY SERVICING: • Endeavour Hills • Doveton • Hallam • Dandenong • Dandenong North
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1220555-RC11-16
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AGENT’S CHOICE
DANDENONG Built with durable brick and render construction, this fourbedroom home's high calibre construction is visually appealing and befits its premium location, just metres from the Dandenong Creek Trail and within close reach of excellent local Dandenong amenities, schools, shopping and transport/arterial options. Cleverly designed to maximise the breadth of space available; it features open-plan living, dining and contemporary kitchen complemented by easy-care tiles, stone counter tops and stainless-steel appliances. A spacious bedroom (with built-in wardrobe and carpeted floors), generous laundry and guest powder room are positioned on the lower level. A further three robed
POSTCODE
3175
Noble Park 8/196 Corrigan Road
2A
1B
1C
Modern yet Affordable Unit!
In Room Auction
This well maintained unit features 2 spacious bedrooms, both with built-in robes, recently replaced carpets and freshly painted. Guests are welcomed by a formal lounge with new gas wall furnace. An updated kitchen features gas cooking, adjoining meals area with split system heating and cooling, serviced by a modern bathroom. Outside; a paved pergola, neat backyard and single lock up garage.
Wednesday 13th April 6:30pm Sandown Regency, 477 Princes Hwy, Noble Park View Wed & Sat 1-1:30pm Clyde Lobo 0421 138 384 clyde.lobo@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 9547 0000
Ray White Noble Park/Springvale 1220407
Dandenong 2/57 King Street
3A
Premium location to downsize or invest! Live well in this low maintenance home within a 5 minute walk to Dandenong Plaza and Market. Featuring high ceilings, modern central bathroom, 3 large bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR, large living area and central heating. Spacious functional kitchen with adjoining meals area opening up to a super low maintenance, tidy back yard. Outside includes an extra large single lock-up garage, single car driveway and a large front yard.
Ray White Noble Park/Springvale
2B
bedrooms and a family bathroom are located on the first floor; with the main bedroom having a huge walk-in wardrobe and a private ensuite. Added highlights include ducted heating, split-system heating and cooling, two water tanks, minimal maintenance gardens and a double garage with internal access. 4
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ISELL GROUP, 8586 6411 LAURA VOINEA, 0435 921 730 1/7 BESS COURT INSPECT: SATURDAY, 1.30PM PRIOR TO AUCTION AUCTION: SATURDAY, 19 MARCH, 2PM
1B
Noble Park 6 Larbert Road
4A
Expression of Interest
Immaculately renovated family home!
In Room Auction
closing 25th March 4pm
This impressive solid brick home has been freshly renovated! You’ll be impressed by a formal lounge & dining with polished parquetry flooring throughout. Modern kitchen, 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 with built-in robes, serviced by a luxurious bathroom! In addition high ceilings, air-conditioning unit, ducted heating throughout and covered alfresco area overlooking the backyard. 5 minutes to station, shops & easy access to freeways.
Wednesday 13th April 6:30pm Sandown Regency, 477 Princes Hwy, Noble Park
2C
View Wed 5-5:30pm & Sat 2-2:30pm Clyde Lobo 0421 138 384 clyde.lobo@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 9547 0000
2C
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1220455
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AUCTION Saturday 26 March @ 1:00pm 1/5 Hopkins Street Dandenong DREAM LOCATION, 5 BEDROOMS GRAND LUXURY LIVING
MALLACOOTA LODGE
CONTACT: BHIMSEN KURUKINDI 0407 799 048 TERMS OF AUCTION: 5% DEPOSIT ON SIGNING THE CONTRACT, BALANCE (SETTLEMENT) ON OR BEFORE 60DAYS.
1220405-ACM11-16
With the best Dandenong at your door and designed with strong contemporary appeal and loads of natural light this represents significant lifestyle appeal to home buyers and investors, keen for a slice of this exciting opportunity. Fabulous open plan living will impress, captivating with its flowing space, striking kitchen and integration with private courtyard and low maintenance garden. This fantastic family double storey home has 5 bedrooms, 2 ensuites, all together 3 bathrooms and 4 toilets. In the ground floor is a huge formal lounge, a bedroom with full ensuite quality modern kitchen, dining area with stainless steel appliances, 1200 mm cook top, under bench oven, range hood, dishwasher and added attraction of huge storage room to store all your needs. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, master with full ensuite, double vanity and a balcony. There is a double garage with remote control access and bonus extra parking space within. This property is very well secured with iron fencing throughout and front gate with remote control.
9771 8888
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This iconic Warragul home Circa 1930’s boasts a fascinating Architectural style & history. Comprising 3 separate bedrooms (main with ensuite), two large living areas, formal dining room each with their own unique fire place, modern timber kitchen & so much more. Beautifully manicured gardens of mature European trees & shrubs stretch across the 1393m2 two-title allotment. The outdoor covered alfresco is secluded in the rear yard, there is secure garaging for 3 cars plus a cellar/workshop. Utilising the rear lane access the home is located only a short approx. 500m walk into Warragul’s bustling CBD, nearby local schools & spectacular parks & walking tracks. Undeniably enviable from every angle, “Mallacoota Lodge” is unquestionably one of Warragul’s most unique and iconic residences which has not been offered for sale in over 20 years and now awaits your inspection. For Sale: $1,150,000 Inspect: Saturday 19th March 11 - 11:30am (ID Req) Contact: Peter Clark 0418 599 432
33 Smith Street Warragul
5623 6466
www.clarkfn.com.au
Hall & Partners DANDENONG NORTH 17 Roslyn Court AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
5625 1671
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DANDENONG NORTH 4 Paviour Court CLASSICAL ELIGANCE IN ROSEWOOD DOWNS Positioned in the most sought after location of Rosewood Downs, this prestige 4 bedroom home has to be seen to be believed. Downstairs contains 2 large bedrooms with a bathroom & a separate toilet. Upstairs another 2 master bedrooms both containing full ensuites and separate toilets. 3 large living areas, state of the art kitchen with dishwasher, ducted heating, air conditioning & balcony with amazing views. More features incl large double remote garage with plenty of storage & wine cellar, immaculate gardens & enclosed yard. Auction: Saturday 19th March at 1pm Inspect: Saturday from 12:30pm Contact: Leigh Hall 0401 408 580
DANDENONG NORTH 1/6 Clay Court AUCTION ThIs sATURDAY
40 Princes Way Drouin
FULLY RENOVATED BEAUTIFUL HOME This tastefully presented home consists of 3 large bedrooms with built in robes, luminous L shaped living area, modern style kitchen with stainless steel appliances , gas cooking & dishwasher plus an open plan meals area. All enhanced with stunning floorboards, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, roller shutters and a 2 car garage or huge second living area, the choice is yours! A spectacular outdoor entertaining area that includes large pergola with blinds, water tank, garden shed, solar panels and enclosed yard.
AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
Auction: Saturday 19th March at 11am Inspect: Saturday from 10:30am Contact: Leigh Hall 0401 408 580 Chen Liu 0451 384 722
ENDEAVOUR HILLS 2 Barnsley Drive SPACIOUS & CONVENIENT LIFESTYLE! A great opportunity to secure a first home or investment, this immaculately presented unit in a quiet court location is sure to impress! Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms, living/meals, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances complimented with an abundance of cupboard space, evaporated cooling and ducted heating throughout for year round comfort. Extra features include, a single remote control garage with an additional double car space at the front, 1/2 bathrooms, secure rear low maintenance garden, dishwasher, extra storage space & much more!
IMPRESSIVE HOME READY TO MOVE IN ON APPROX. 700 SQM Open plan layout with high ceiling lounge room, formal dining room, & modern kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher & adjoining meals area. Family room- spacious rumpus room. 4 bedrooms, master with His and Hers wardrobe, full ensuite, 2 bathrooms + powder room with sep toilet, & storage space. Features: gas ducted heating, Aircon, alarm system, ducted vacuum, & solar panels, electric window shutters, covered pergola/entertainment area, double garage with remote control roller doors, low-maintenance garden & 2 garden sheds.
Auction: Saturday 19th March at 2pm Inspect: saturday from 1:30pm Contact: Adrian hall 0417 123 820 Irene Athanasiadis 0407 315 911
Auction: saturday 19th March at 12pm Inspect: saturday from 11:30am Contact: Alex simule 0412 889 173
Dandenong 254 Lonsdale Street Mulgrave Shop 19 Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre Endeavour Hills Shop 62 Endeavour Hills Shopping Centre
9792 0265 9548 1200 9700 3000
AUCTION ThIs sATURDAY
1220304
www.hallfn.com.au
NEW HOMES & LAND
THE GOOD LIFE BY THE LAKES Located on the corner of Glasscocks and Berwick-Clyde roads, Narre Warren South, ‘Berwick Lakes’ has something for everyone. The estate offers two-bedroom and three-bedroom units either with single or double garages with facades that range from modern to period style homes – these units are a standout. ‘Berwick Lakes’ is close to shopping centres, medical centre, cafes and restaurants, sporting facilities and a short stroll away from parks and lakes. Families have the option of primary and secondary schools in the vacinity. Public transport and access to the Monash Freeway is nearby. Every unit is complete with full turn-key pack inclusions such as dishwasher, split-system air-conditioner, gas ducted heating, remote-controlled garage door and stainless-steel appliances throughout. All units will be completed with inclusions, so moving in is no fuss. Due to overwhelming interest in the development, only a handful of units remain in the 51-unit development, there is limited opportunity for you to get your hands on prime real estate in this sought after area. With prices starting from $380,000, buyers would have trouble finding more affordable living in this location with such features and inclusions. For further inquiries and a full list of inclusions and plans contact Gary Doleschal at Premier Builders Group on 0418 990 379.
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Learn for their lives By CASEY NEILL SEBN celebrated International Women’s Day by showcasing two successful women in business. Dandenong Market chairwoman Julie Busch and Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT) CEO Jane Grover spoke to a breakfast that the Greater Dandenong Council business group held at the Clarence Reardon Centre at Springvale Botanical Cemetery on Thursday 10 March. “Culture eats strategy for breakfast,” Ms Grover said, explaining that great people equalled great results. SEBN manager Sandra George told the packed room that women today had many opportunities. “Do we always take advantage of them? Probably not,” she said. Ms George said a lack of self-belief was often to blame. “We’re growing in that respect, but we’ve still got a long way to go,” she said. “Believe in yourself and take every opportunity to grow and not be afraid to grow.” She asked each table to nominate two women who had changed the world, and responses ranged from Rosie Batty to Oprah, and Germaine Greer to Florence Nightingale. “There are so many fabulous women who have changed the world over a number of centuries and there is no reason why we can’t continue,” Ms George said. Ms Busch joined Dandenong Market three years ago, and is also a SMCT trust member. “A strong sense of place and community spirit makes for a story destination,” she said. She said the venue was “a beginning for so many different nationalities to become merchants and traders”. “The market’s been a constant in the community as the city’s grown and evolved,” she said. “It will continue to be a platform for new and emerging businesses.”
BUSINESSES can have their say on the Abbotts Road level crossing removal project at an evening forum. The Level Crossing Removal Authority (LCRA) will host an event “for input into design options” following outcry over plans to close the road at the Cranbourne rail line. LCRA representatives will present “a detailed overview of all options under consideration” and facilitate discussion around each option. It has previously presented just one option - closing Abbotts Road and building an overpass connecting Remington Drive with Pound Road West. The industry forum will take place from 6.30pm to 8pm on Thursday 17 March. RSVP to contact@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au or call 1800 762 667 during business hours. LCRA will confirm the address upon RSVP.
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Guest speakers Julie Busch and Jane Grover. 151403 Ms Busch said the market could harness the community’s expanding palate and growing interest in food experiences. She wants the market to be a meeting place. “No shopping centre or department store can meet what Dandenong Market can offer,” she said. “It needs to be known as the place to go.” Ms Busch spoke about the need to balance tradition with the community’s current needs, giving expanding the market’s three trading days to include Sundays as an example. “Sunday trading is growing significantly and is one of the best trading days
of the week,” she said. She said the market was Australia’s second oldest, one year behind Prahran, and its 150th birthday celebrations in September and October would include a 20-metre photographic mural, a sculpture and a coffee table book featuring stories and photos from shoppers. “It’s not something you reinvent, it’s something you nurture,” she said. Ms Grover said SMCT was working to demystify cemeteries and reflect everchanging communities. “I hope you are surprised by what you see today,” she said. “If you look at the surroundings you’re in, you could be anywhere.” Springvale Botanical Cemetery now
hosts sold-out Sunday Jazz sessions. “Nobody else is doing this in Australia. In fact, nobody else is doing this in the (United) States.” SMCT also manages Bunurong Memorial Park in Dandenong South, where Premier Daniel Andrews will officially open new facilities on Sunday 17 April. Ms Grover explained that every dollar the trust brought in went back into running its eight sites, including three older cemeteries that no longer generated income. “We have to maintain them,” she said. “We’re about service. We’re about looking after the community.”
Pyne and Kroger share a genuine chemistry By CASEY NEILL A CHEMICAL manufacturer in Noble Park is bringing a new deal to innovation. Industry, Innovation and Science Minister Christopher Pyne and Liberal candidate for Bruce Helen Kroger visited Boron Molecular on Wednesday 9 March. Boron Molecular managing director Zoran Manev led a facility tour. “I think there was a genuine interest once they saw what we did, how we do it,” he said. “We spoke of the master agreement that we had signed with the CSIRO and how it’s novel and it’s a new approach to establishing relationships between CSIRO and industry. “We then spoke of further models for further engagement, how we could be of mutual benefit to each other. “The minister was very supportive, I felt.” He said the CSIRO was working on more technology that Boron could commercialise for use. “Rather than doing a peace deal for every project, we worked on an all-encompassing master agreement,” he said. “That gives us the freedom to look at any technology that’s out of the CSIRO. “You don’t have to go through all the negotiation, the paperwork. “It streamlines the process of taking
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the technology and commercialising it.” They signed the deal last November following almost a year of work. It also allows for Mr Manev to bring focused inquiries from customers to the CSIRO. “I write a business case and CSIRO assists with developing the chemistry so I can manufacture the product,” he said. “I’m almost like a scout. “The master agreement has a royalty payment to the CSIRO. “They help me develop the chemistry, I get sales, their royalty goes up.” He’s hoping to expand the relationship to fund Boron’s growth. “We need capital, we need resources,” he said. “Possibly a logical step would be for the CSIRO to take an equity position in Boron so it, too, could benefit from the growth that we’re experiencing. “There’s a lot of companies that the CSIRO has had a stake in, and holds a stake in. “It’s not new, per se, but it’s still different ... it’s still a different model altogether.” Mr Manev said about 98 per cent of the company’s sales were export. “Typically our products will go into pharmaceuticals, material science and agricultural chemical,” he said. “We’re a low-volume, high-value model. We’re very much niche molecules.” Boron is currently “nicely tucked
SMALL businesses can hop on a bus for free advice in Greater Dandenong next month. The Small Business Bus will visit Dandenong Plaza from 10am to 4pm on Wednesday 20 April and Multicultural Place in Springvale from 10am to 4pm on Thursday 28 April. The Small Business Victoria service offers professional assistance from an information officer and specialist advice from an experienced business mentor from the Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS). Mentors are skilled in finance, human resources, marketing, strategy development, business planning, and more and can help to identify a clear direction for a business, discuss key issues and priorities, and develop an action plan. Bookings for the 45-minutes sessions are essential. Visit www.business.vic.gov. au/sbb or call 13 22 15 for more information.
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Zoran Manev shows Helen Kroger and Christopher Pyne around a Boron Molecular laboratory. away off the Princes Highway”. “We’re hoping that within the next year or two that we will relocate from our existing site,” Mr Manev said. “We have plans to install largercapacity reactor trays to support the growth in demand.”
He hopes to stay in Greater Dandenong. “That area suits us perfectly. The proximity of Monash University, the CSIRO,” he said. “Effectively it’s a hub of experience and knowledge. It’s where we draw our workforce from.”
HOME-BASED, micro and small businesses in Greater Dandenong can access a series of workshops and seminars. The council has formed a partnership with neighbouring Kingston City Council to present the sessions, which will run until October. They’ll cover core business basics, marketing, tenders, exporting, resources, online marketing and social media, to boost the growth of the area’s small business sector. The Australian Taxation Office, Dandenong Library, Industry Capability Network (ICN), Pitcher Partners, Macpherson and Kelly Lawyers, Manex, raraPR, Social Traders and Small Business Victoria are all involved. Visit greaterdandenong.com/ businessevents for a full list of workshops and seminars.
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Chase for more glory By JARROD POTTER BREAKING his league medal hoodoo - after consecutive runner-up finishes in the Victorian Premier Cricket&rsquo;s Jack Ryder Medal Cranbourne&rsquo;s Matt Chasemore earned the DDCA&rsquo;s highest individual honour on Wednesday night. The Eagles&rsquo; all-rounder flew to the top of the Alan Wookey Medal table late in the 11-round vote-count at the Dandenong Club. After a slow start to the 2015-'16 Turf 1 season, Chasemore flew home; accumulating 428 runs and 16 wickets in his return to Cranbourne and club cricket for the first time in 17 years. He racked up the votes on the way to 32 for the night, claiming three maximum votegetting performances against Narre Warren (Round 5) Buckley Ridges (Round 9) and Dandenong West (Round 11), to earn his first Wookey Medal. Berwick skipper Jarrod Goode (29 votes) flew in under the radar and almost pinched the medal from Chasemore, taking the lead in the final round after a five-wicket haul against Lyndale. But Chasemore regained his mantle soon after - taking the maximum from a swashbuckling 75 against Dandenong West in the season finale. &ldquo;I just tried to put myself in the game - whether its bat or ball - try to execute the skill and I&rsquo;ve been fortunate this year,&rdquo; Chasemore said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s good - a little bit embarrassing as you would think the players that get recruited straight out of grade cricket should win them. &ldquo;But it&rsquo;s great to be back in the DDCA and hopefully I can forge a little career in the next 10 years and see what I can make of it.&rdquo;
It was an exercise in slowing down on and off the field for Chasemore, after a duck and a three to start off his campaign, as he needed readjust his line-and-length and mindset to combat the local standard. But he found his rhythm and was trading blows with the opposition after that to help Cranbourne finish second in the competition. Much of Cranbourne&rsquo;s success boiled down to Chasemore and team-mate, also four-time Wookey Medalist, Steve Spoljaric (27), who traded blows throughout the count but in the end Spolly fell just short of another addition to his already extraordinary trophy cabinet. It was a complete night for the Casey clubs as Berwick&rsquo;s Ryan Crawford (26), Heinz Southern Districts Michael Davies (22) and Narre Warren&rsquo;s Kaushalya Weeraratne (22) rounded out the top five. At the halfway mark Buckley Ridges&rsquo; import Susantha Pradeep (17 votes) had taken the lead, but couldn&rsquo;t match the start to his inaugural DDCA season, while Malinga Bandara (18) was the highest placed of the Dandenong-area players. Chasemore featured in Saturday&rsquo;s DDCA Turf 1 grand final against Springvale South and for more on the result, click onto the Dandenong Journal website www.dandenong.starcommunity.com.au for the completed results. DDCA ALAN WOOKEY MEDAL TOP 10 Matt Chasemore - Cranbourne - 32 Jarrod Goodes - Berwick - 29 Steve Spoljaric - Cranbourne - 27 Ryan Crawford - Berwick - 26 Michael Davies - Heinz - 22 Kaushalya Weeraratne - Narre Warren - 22 Jordan Hammond - Hallam KP - 21 Jack Williams - Berwick _ 20 Trevor Davies - Heinz - 18 Malinga Bandara - Springvale South - 18
Alan Wookey, left, presents the 32nd Alan Wookey Medal to Cranbourne all-rounder Matt Picture: JARROD POTTER Chasemore. 151397
The cruelest cut’s cruel margin By JARROD POTTER WOMEN’S VICTORIAN PREMIER CRICKET ROUND 20 ONE run. The cruel nature of cricket reared its head last Sunday as the Dandenong Lions Women’s Cricket Club (189) fell in its pursuit of finals by a solitary score against Box Hill (9/189). A resurgent end to the season - taking two massive wins leading up to the match - gave the Lions the must-win opportunity against the fourth placed Mustangs to sneak into the Premier Cricket semi-finals. Chelsea Moscript (4/34) excelled with the ball, rattling off the Mustangs' top order to keep the chase below 200. It was going to plan as well, as the opening partnership from Sarah Elliott (33) and Erica Kershaw (27) saw off the shine. Their knock was followed up by the skipper Kelly Applebee (49) and Moscript (46) and the Lions looked likely to canter home at 2/173 with nine overs left. Applebee and Moscript fell quickly and from there Dandenong’s order spun out of control against Bella Gietzmann (4/21) and Cass Brock (4/46). They put Dandenong on the back foot and then some, taking a bag of wickets for a pittance as Dandenong, with only three runs to get, lost 6/2 in a disastrous collapse. With scores level after Shiromi Wijeratne’s (0) dismissal, the sides split the points to give Box Hill the ticket to the finals. “We set ourselves up into a really good position - I don’t know if you can explain what happened ... it was a little bit like a train wreck,” Applebee said. “It’s difficult to assess a season on the last game but it’s an extremely disappointing result.
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Chelsea Moscript had a sublime end to the Premier season with 4/34 and 46 in the draw Picture: JARROD POTTER against Box Hill. 133585 “To get so close and in an interesting game we had a lot of ups and downs and didn’t play our best cricket ... there were some good periods of the game and put ourselves in a winning position but cricket’s a funny game isn’t it?” Applebee was impressed with the way the Lions persevered through a tough season, with Women’s Big Bash and other competitions leaving the side decimated at times. If the side can stick together for the next few seasons, the skipper has no doubt Dandenong will feature prominently in the Premier Cricket finals. “I was really proud of the girls to get to that point but extremely disappointed for the club not
to be playing finals this weekend,” Applebee said. “The thing I said to the girls afterwards was we needed to win the last three games to make finals and needed to get a bonus point in one of those last three and we put ourselves in a position to do that. “I definitely think we’ve got the team that not only could make finals, but definitely win it as well. “If we can keep this group together for the next four or five years, I have no doubt we’ll be involved in finals and winning premierships which is what we want to achieve.”
DANDENONG Cricket Club is on the hunt for a new coach, after Ross Woodall handed in his resignation. After two seasons at the helm, Woodall decided he needed to spend more time with family and work. “He told us he didn’t want to go on next year because of family and work commitments,” Dandenong CC president Michael Findlay said. “He wanted to spend more time with the family and watch his kids playing sport and the things they do as he thought he’d missed out over the years.” The club praised Woodall’s commitment to cultivating the juniors and promoting the club’s depth to the higher ranks. While first XI finals didn’t eventuate, the Panthers praised Woodall’s efforts to leave the club in a strong position for the years ahead. “Ross has been fantastic with us - he’s put a lot of time into trying to bring on the younger people in the club,” Findlay said. “Been very passionate in the club and spent time with the junior development area, over and above what we wanted from him. “We haven’t made the finals in the ones, but we’ve had good success in the other grades in finals achievements and had quite a number of players come through the under-17 and under-19s pathways as well.” Further information may be obtained from Michael Findlay on 0438 340 595 or from Gary Davidson on 0411 591 485. The successful applicant will possess at least a level two certificate or be willing to obtain one promptly. Applications will close 1 April 2016. Dandenong’s season came to an end last week in its victory over Greenvale Kangaroos.
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Vandort vital for Bloods By JARROD POTTER DDCA - GRAND FINALS (Saturday Results) A MATCH for the ages, the only true way to finish a cricket season, is on the cards as Springvale South (138) and Cranbourne (5/23) remain locked in a Turf 1 thriller. TURF 1 Just when you think grand finals can’t get more exciting, Springvale South and Cranbourne upped the intensity for the final salvo of 2015/16. It started horrendously for the minor premiers, losing Nathan King (8), Harry Staude (0) and Dylan Quirk (12) for next-to-nothing. Martin Kelly (3/24) and Steve Spoljaric (2/30) chipped away at the top order before the introduction of Wookey Medallist Matt Chasemore (2/29) added more pain to the Bloods’ innings. Craig Slocombe (21) went from belting the stuffing out of the attack, to succumbing to Chasemore after a quick-fire knock left the side spinning at 4/71. The initiative was left to Sri Lankan import Michael Vandort (58), who braced himself and held on. In the end the Bloods managed to work their way into the clash through a remarkable lower order partnership. Mitchell Forsyth (16) played out of his skin to hold on with Vandort as the duo added 26 for the seventh stand. Vandort raised the bat for his 50, but soon fell to young leggie Cam Dinger (3/24) after an impressive 176-ball occupation of the crease. Forsyth carried on with the tail to add the final few drips to the Bloods’ bank of runs. The fading light further renewed Springvale South’s hopes as the openers went on the warpath. Jarrod Armitage (3/9) was beyond sensational in his first-up eight over spell - cannoning through Brayden Roscoe (1) before finding the edges of Jake Harrington (6) and Chasemore (1). Lucas Ligt (4) set himself to see out the remaining overs and held on throughout the chaos unleashed by Armitage, Tim Ford (1/4) and Nathan King (0/6)... but Craig Slocombe saved his ace for the last over of the day, bringing on his young part-timer Brayden Sharp (1/0). Sharp managed to flight a left-arm miracle, taking arguably the biggest wicket of his career to get rid of the dogged Ligt, caught brilliantly by King. It left Spoljaric (4no) and Stuart Plunkett (0no) to see out the day and set themselves for the massive task ahead. With only Jordan Cleland as a recognised batsman to come, plus the three tail-enders, the heavy lifting has to come from the experienced tandem if Cranbourne wants to take the flag. TURF 2 After narrowly avoiding the noose last weekend, Keysborough (116) put its neck back in the
Springvale South opener Michael Vandort held together the innings with a gutsy halfPicture: JARROD POTTER century in the Turf 1 grand final against Cranbourne. 151508 hangman’s way as it was rolled quickly by Dingley (5/98). The top order imploded against Dingley’s new ball specialist Andrew Dalby (4/30). Searing through the top four for a pittance, Dalby pushed his season tally to 30 wickets and put the minor premiers right on the back foot. The only tandem to show great resistance was Shakeel Ahmad (48) and Yoshan Kumara (19). The duo worked their way towards tea in a steady partnership for the fifth wicket. Ahmad - the only Knight to really fight back against the Dingoes - was en route to his halfcentury and beyond before an unbelievable passage sent him back to the Hallam sheds. For reasons that will have to be explained in fine detail, Kumara pulled off the ultimate, and potentially match-losing, brain-fade to run out Ahmad. Bunting a shot directly to the field, Kumara set off and left Ahmad to head back as he was barely half-way down the pitch when the bails were whipped off. Dingley celebrated the must-take wicket and soon had the pair as Kumara’s stand ended as he edged one to the cordon a few balls later. The tail had little wag, but managed to push past triple figures and stay in the hunt ... at least
for the time being. Dingley’s stop-start chase - hampered by the thunderbolts Kumara (3/27) was flinging at their heads - got most of the way to victory after captain Travis Sawers (26) saw the shine off the new rock alongside Christo Otto (18). Scott Tutton (25no) and Liam Leeson (9no) were set at stumps and the Dingoes sit 19 runs off promotion to the top grade, barring another fit of reverse-outright shenanigans from the Knights. TURF 3 Escaping early disaster against Beaconsfield (1/31), Buckley Ridges managed to pile on the pain late in the day at Reedy Reserve. The start was disastrous as the Tigers ripped shreds from the Ridges’ order. At 6/69 - following another barrage from Beaconsfield skipper Dylan Freitag (4/47) - Buckley would’ve been pleased with triple figures, let alone the tally it has forced upon the minor premiers. Shane D’Rozario (74) turned back the clock and ground down the Tigers’ bowlers. The dual Wookey Medallist was seemingly planted in the crease as nothing fazed him en route to another half-century. He united with his son Jonathan D’Rozario
(11no) to pile on a 50-run stand and give the Ridges’ something tangible to defend. Mario Perera (20no) saw out the last 10 overs, but not before losing opening partner Heshal Silva (4). TURF 4 TO TURF 7 Springvale’s (139 and 3/78) middling Turf 4 target proved too much for Lynbrook (63) on a wicket-laden day. Thilanka Harsha (35) went the smack against the Lightning, but couldn’t hold on for long against the likes of Stephen Veal (4/22) and Jesse Walia (3/29). From 3/91 the wheels completely fell off as Springvale collapsed to finish at 139 after 41 overs. Springvale turned its woes onto Lynbrook as Lois Twohig Reserve bore witness to more carnage. Sachintha Rajapakse (3/12) and Mark Weeding (3/21) tore through Lynbrook’s attack, setting the stage for a second bat late on day one after Springvale won the first innings emphatically. Harsha (47no) remained unbeaten at the end of the day. Akaati Pupuke (116) led his Berwick Springs (9/330) Turf 5 side to a virtually unassailable position against Buckley Ridges. Cashing his first century on the biggest day of his cricket career, Pupuke paired off with Mitchell Mason (37) and skipper Jeromy Cooray (42) to punish anything Buckley Ridges could throw at him. Like the Titans of mythology Pupuke razed his opponents at Carroll Reserve and left a Titan-ic headache for the chasers. Farhan Hussain (2/77) toiled all day for his side. Narre North (177) took Beaconsfield’s (0/16) bowling to task in Turf 6, setting the stage for a big chase for the Tigers’ second XI. Samuel McDavitt (3/26) was Beaconsfield’s best with the ball while Martin Oke (2/31), Lachlan Laird (2/34) and James McLean (2/35) charged in all day. Berwick Springs (91) is locked into a frenetic Turf 7 finish against Cranbourne (6/46) as neither side managed to dominate the bowling. Michael Randall (3/28) and Jason Quigley (3/3) rattled through the Titans’ top order - with the only knock of note coming from skipper Ravin Punchihewa (38). The Eagles’ response was even worse though. Hayden Johnson (3/19) continued his all-year round sporting form with a sharp first up spell before Jason Miseski (2/17) knocked over a couple more Eagles before stumps. For completed results from all grades, visit the Dandenong Journal website www.dandenong. starcommunity.com.au on Monday morning.
Lions roar past White Eagles By JARROD POTTER NPL VICTORIA 2 EAST - ROUND 4 DOWNED at the final whistle, Springvale White Eagles fell 1-0 to Eastern Lions in a hardfought match from the get-go. Neither side could capitalise on their opportunities early at the Serbian Sports Complex on Saturday afternoon, as White Eagles keeper Lajos Hun in particular had plenty to do to keep the Lions off the scoreboard. In a fascinating battle at the back, Lions’ striker Phillip Ajao and Springvale’s Jordan Ballerini wore each other like gloves. Ajao was lucky to escape a red-card late in the first half, after an clumsy kick, going for an aerial ball, smashed Ballerini in the face and resulted in only a yellow. The sides went into the half goalless and that’s how it remained for most of the outing, but the White Eagles will kick themselves for letting Sam Burfoot (88’) get free in the dying stages. Inside the box, Burfoot dribbled it in the air to himself before chipping it over Hun to steal the victory. Dandenong Thunder continued its rampage through NPL 2 East with a 3-1 away victory over Box Hill United. Filling his coffers yet again, Amir Osmancevic (16’ and 65’) scored his fourth consecutive brace while Simon Colosimo (28’) hit the back of the net for his maiden Thunder goal. Brunswick City defeated Dandenong City 2-1 after goals from Adam Wright and Dimiti Vithoulkas, despite a 59th minute goal cutting the
margin in half. Thunder sits atop the table with a whopping plus-13 goal difference after only four clashes, while Dandenong City is sixth and Springvale White Eagles sit in eighth. The NPL goes on hiatus for a week as the NPL teams enter the FFA Cup qualifying rounds - the draw for the round 4 clashes will be held on Tuesday. Following the cup clashes, Springvale will host Whittlesea Ranges, Dandenong Thunder will bring Sunshine George Cross down to George Andrews Reserve while Dandenong City will travel again this time to Werribee City. In FFA Cup results, Round 3 of the Victorian Qualifiers was led by an impressive away victory from Doveton SC, smashing Myrtleford Savoy 3-0 - all the more clinical following a three-anda-half hour drive to get to Savoy Park. Casey Comets had to hold on against Warragul United, turning a 2-2 regulation finish into a 4-2 trouncing by the end of over-time while Langwarrin SC knocked over Berwick City 4-2. Keysborough SC faced Northern Falcons on Sunday afternoon after the Journal went to print, while Endeavour Hills Fire will clash with Elwood City on Monday night and South Springvale commences its cup campaign with a Tuesday night battle against Moreland United at Warner Reserve. In WNPL, Southern United faced FC Bulleen Lions in its first home clash on Sunday afternoon after the Journal went to print.
Jordan Ballerini copped a kick to the head after a reckless play on an aerial ball from Picture: JARROD POTTER Eastern striker Phillip Ajao. 151509
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Dandy pulls no punches By JARROD POTTER YOUTH GIRLS CHALLENGE - ROUND 3 RAMPING up the scoreline heading into the Youth Girls Challenge finals, Dandenong pulled no punches in a physical, skilful demolition of the depleted Gippsland Power. It was a day where the score says it all - Dandenong piled on the pain with a 17.8 (110) to nil rampage across Garfield Reserve. The Power was forced to rest a few high calibre faces, leaving the home side with little recourse against the might across all Stingrays lines. A five-goal opening term bettered most other matches for Dandenong’s output so far and it only got better from there as the link-up play through-
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out the roster excelled. Dandenong bruised the Gippsland initiative at all lines with Georgia Walker, Jordy Allen and Georgia Gee all creating rebounds across halfback. A hot day didn’t cool the Stingrays’ forward surge either as Kayla Ripari (four goals), Beth Cruickshank, Sam Ryan and debuting Beaconsfield midfielder Tyla Hanks (three apiece) had free reign up front. While the scoreline was lopsided, Dandenong coach Scott Gowans was more impressed with the side’s work-rate and disposal - aspects that can only help them further coming into the semifinals. “It’s a good day’s work - part of the plan after the Sandy game was to fix our ball movement,” Gowans said. “Credit to the girls, they really worked hard at training at it and the last three weeks have been terrific with the ball movement.
“Structure, process - they sound boring but it bloody works - it’s just the way footy is and the better they do it the more the results will come.” Gowans praised the likes of Dayna Smith, Courtney Jones, Sarah Farmer and Chloe Stephens for their attack on the ball - showing that it’s not just the top-end of the list that’s flourishing in the Stingrays’ strip. Dandenong has qualified for a top half semifinal, facing the Northern Conference’s number one seed Calder at Arden Street, from 2pm on 19 March, and the week off is a blessing for Dandenong heading into the maiden finals series for the newly formed competition. “We’ve got no serious injuries, besides Tay O’Hagan, but we’ve got a few girls who are just a bit sore,” Gowans said. “They’ve gone back to local footy, have state training and the whole thing - so a week off is huge.” YOUTH GIRLS CHALLENGE DANDENONG STINGRAYS 5.5 GIPPSLAND POWER 0.0
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Tyla Hanks, right, impressed in her Stingrays debut with three goals. 151191 Picture: JARROD POTTER DANDENONG STINGRAYS Goals: K. Ripari 4, B. Cruickshank 3, S. Ryan 3, T. Hanks 3, C. Jones 2, B. Struylaart, K. Diaz. Best: K. Ripari, T. Hanks, B. Cruickshank, J. Provan, J. Allen, T. Sheldon. GIPPSLAND POWER Best: A. Jans, A. Dunn, E. Haeusler, H. Whitford, T. Dower, L. Van Berkel.
Kyana throws some gold around By JARROD POTTER DO NOT let her small stature fool you, Hampton Park Little Athletics star Kyana Gordon is full of track and especially field - talent. Following in her mother’s footsteps, Kyana, 8, from Hampton Park, has earned a place in the Little Athletics State Track and Field Championships after an impressive regionals campaign. Throwing her way into the state finals, the Hampton Park Little Athletics Club member threw 17.98m in the Under 9 girls discus to win the gold medal and also had a great finish in the shot put. Her 4.98m throw gave Kyana second place in the shot put to cap off a strong regional showing. Her mum Narelle was an exceptional athlete in her own right and the genes for success have been
passed down to Kyana - who is ready and raring to compete at the next level. “It was exciting 'cause my mum was excited for me, so it would be a huge opportunity 'cause my mum made it to states too,” Kyana said. “She was a sprinter and a hurdler, but I like probably discus and shot put - 'cause I just love throwing things.” She’s been into Little Athletics for the last two years and as well as the love of a great throw, she also likes meeting new people and making heaps of friends at the events. Kyana’s goals for the state titles are simple - she wants to throw more than 20 metres in the discus and jump over seven metres in the triple-jump. Her love of sport has served her well at the Dandenong Little Athletics Centre and she will represent the
Hampton Park's Kyana Gordon is an athlete on the rise in her beloved field events - discus and shot put. 151176 Picture: JARROD POTTER
centre proudly and whether or not she can win a medal she’s not sure, but she’s ready to give it a crack nonetheless. Kyana wanted to thank her coach Margaret Salopek and her parents
Narelle and Kevin for their support of her little athletics. The state championships run from 19-20 March at Casey Fields Athletics Facility, Cranbourne.
Midnight dog turns out to be dark horse By MICHAEL FLOYD PAGAN Midnight upstaged some of the best young greyhounds in the country to set the time standard in the Launching Pad heats at Sandown Park tonight. At 39 months of age Pagan Midnight was the second oldest of the 85 greyhounds to greet the starter for the $450,000 series. Given little chance by punters, Pagan Midnight ($20.60) jumped flawlessly from box four to bound to the lead and
hold odds-on favourite Demon Bale at bay to score by a length in 29.48 - two lengths faster than any other heat. With Robert Britton, Pagan Midnight has strung together six starts in six weeks and is on track to add to his five career wins. Pagan Midnight completed a double for Britton after Reichenbach claimed the night’s opening heat in 29.71. Angela Langton also claimed a winning double, claiming the final
two heats with Edge Of Eden and Dream Edition. Angela’s partner Jeff Britton will also be represented by two runners in the semi-finals with Gee Joon and One For Me also progressing after running second in their heats. Arguably the two strongest kennels in the country, Andrea Dailly and Jason Thompson, also won heats with Fantastic Roxy and Aeroplane Bob respectively. The group two Launching Pad is the country’s only sweepstakes
event. The series is open to greyhounds with 1-6 wins and no more than 30 starts, and connections must pay a $2000 entry fee to secure a spot in the series. The winner and runner-up of each heat, as well as the 10 fastest third place getters progress through to next Thursday’s semi-finals with the winner and runner-up of each progressing to the $220,000 group 2 Launching Pad final on Thursday 24 March.
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Subaru renews the fleet By MURRAY HUBBARD TAKEN in isolation the year 2015 is one where it’s easy to ponder that Subaru Australia was the mouse that roared. The fact is Subaru has been growling for 16 years out of the past 18 years - that’s how many years it has increased volume sales. The two years it failed to exceed the previous year were due to factors outside their control namely the GFC and the Japanese tsunami. In 2015, Subaru models Outback SUV and Liberty sedan roared up the sales charts after all-new models were released in January. With sales of 10,927 Outback boasted a 344 per cent increase. Liberty found the mark with 4097 sales - up 293 per cent over the previous year in about the toughest segment going - large cars, that includes local favourites Commodore and Falcon. While the Australian car market grew by 3.8 per cent in 2015, Subaru grew by double that amount at 7.6 per cent. Worldwide in 2015 Subaru sold more cars than it could produce, building 978,000 vehicles and this year is hoping to crack the million-mark. Subaru is a smallish division of the large Japanese corporation, Fuji Heavy Industries, and does battle mainly with Japanese heavyweight competitors such as Toyota, Nissan, Mazda and Mitsubishi. However Subaru differs from the rest by offering all-wheel-drive vehicles across the range - apart from the BRZ sports car - and in the past couple of years has led the way with safety technology that complements the AWD safety and torque vectoring sys-
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tems in use in many models. However, it’s the EyeSight that is starting to drive Subaru sales. It’s a driver assist technology that greatly reduces the chance of having a nose to tail collision - one of the most common road crashes. Subaru has just launched upgrades to three key models: Outback, Liberty and Forester. When the new model Outback was released in January last year Subaru was unable to offer EyeSight on diesel models. This upgrade sees that rectified in all automatic versions and will be a stimulus for further growth in Outback sales with the diesel variants attracting rural buyers. EyeSight uses cameras to detect potential collisions - and now detects and reads brake lights on cars in front - and if you don’t look like braking, EyeSight will intervene and do it for you. And, if you don’t brake hard enough, it will again intervene and use the hard braking via brake assist. At the launch of the updated models, Subaru Australia managing direc-
tor Nick Senior said statistics were starting to emerge that revealed the real value of EyeSight. He said an Adelaide fleet operator with 565 vehicles, including 125 Subarus, of which 51 are fitted with EyeSight, recorded 358 incidents with damage since January 1, 2014. Of those 113 involved from end impacts to the bumper, crashes and wildlife strikes. Only one involved a Subaru with EyeSight and that occurred when the vehicle turned a corner and collided with a car that would have not been picked up by EyeSight. In addition to EyeSight Outback also gained Vision Assist technology on three top of the line models with the technology including blind spot monitoring, lane change assist, auto dimming rear view mirror, high beam assist and rear cross traffic alert that detects passing vehicles when reversing. Subaru also added the Vision Assist package to premium variants of the Liberty range, Liberty 2.5i and 3.6R. All Liberty models now also have Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), where
Subaru Liberty. under urgent braking the hazard light flash to warn following vehicles. Engineers also tweaked the shock absorbers on Liberty to reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and reduce impact harshness on sharp bumps. The popular Forester gained a suspension upgrade to improve stability and NVH. It is also wearing a fresh front end with a new bumper (Excluding 2.0XT) grille, headlights plus new fog light surrounds to premium variants. There was no change to Forester pricing which starts from $29,990
while Liberty premium models 2.5i Premium and Liberty 3.6R have increased by $500 to $35,990 and $42,490 respectively while the entry level remains at $29,990. Outback pricing increases between $500 and $1500 with the entry level Outback 2.5i CVT unchanged at $35,990 and six premium models starting at $41,990 topped off by the Outback 3.6R at $48,490. Inquire at Subaru Fountain Gate, 1 Prestige Place, Narre Warren. Phone 9771 4500.
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