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the Mail. A council spokesperson said the application had been advertised widely including to neighbouring properties and through local newspapers with the public invited to make written submissions throughout October and November.

She said a six-week community consultation process for the public space component was held with council engaging with community groups and more than 1600 people giving face-to-face feedback. One letter of support was received, with no objections.

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Yarra Ranges Council has approved a $28 million redevelopment of the shire administrative offices and civic space in Lilydale. With just one councillor voting against the redevelopment, and two absent, the redevelopment of what will be a multiple-storey Lilydale Civic Centre was approved at the 12 December Council meeting. Under the proposal, council’s administrative offices would be consolidated into a single fit for purpose building, with a building extension and upgrade to facilities. With extensive consultation on the proposed project, there were no objections registered, and no member of the public spoke against the proposal on the night. Mayor Len Cox said the redevelopment would result in a modern and functional civic centre which would meet the office accommodation needs of council employees, the community and strengthen Lilydale’s regional role. Currently, council staff are working out of four separate buildings in Lilydale and six temporary portables. “Once complete, this project will bring high quality development and activity to the area and will broaden the mix of uses within the Civic Centre Hub,” Cr Cox said. A report prepared by council’s social and economic development department said the project would improve office accommodation, ensure the building meets relevant building regulations, improve vehicle access within the site, upgrade landscaping, improve pedestrian movement and increase car parking availability. The civic spaces have been redesigned to allow for a more flexible open area to suit a variety of functions within the space. The “village green” area has been enhanced to provide an outdoor space suitable for functions with indigenous plants and interpretive signage. Speaking against the proposal, Cr Heenan said while he acknowledged that substantial modifications were needed there had been the opportunity to choose from a range of options costed from $6 million through to the $28 million. He said he had concerns about the cost, and

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Big day of learning is so responsible By Wendy Williamson There were a lot of lessons to be learnt at Silvan Primary School on Responsibility Day. Perhaps the most valuable one of all was the responsibility it takes to be a teacher. On Wednesday 29 November teachers became students and the Grade 6 students became the teachers. The school captains became ‘Principal McAllister’ and ‘Vice-Principal Brilli.’ They led a team of seven young ‘teachers’ working in pairs or threes at the 34-pupil school, following a timetable the children had planned themselves with the help of the adult teachers. There was general agreement that the topsy-turvy day was a lot of fun - for the ‘teachers’ and their young charges. It was not all smooth sailing, though. “It is hard when people don’t listen,” said ‘Mr McAllister.’ “Sometimes you have to use extreme measures.” ‘Yes, I had to use the airhorn to get some kids to co-operate,” said ‘Mr Currie.’ ‘Miss Brilli’ and ‘Miss Passingham’ said they had to sort out an argument in down ball, while they were doing yard duty. “But mostly the kids listen to you. They understand we’re in charge,” they said. School principal Damien Tirchett and the other adult teachers said the Grade 6 students had stepped up to their new responsibilities remarkably well. Teacher Corinne remarked after watching one class: “They had everything planned, just like you have to in a lesson. Even when one of the kids finished early, they thought of a game to play on the spot. I was very impressed with their quick thinking.” The youngsters said they already had some understanding of how hard teachers worked, but the chance to step into their shoes had given them a new appreciation.

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Council is listening to some young voices Yarra Ranges Council will work to promote the voices and opinions of children aged 8-14 years and improve services that affect them, following the endorsement of its Middle Years Strategic Action Plan 2017-’21 (SAP). Yarra Ranges Mayor, Len Cox, said the SAP would set priorities for council, such as responding to service gaps and environmental issues that impact on children in this middle years age range. “The middle years are a time when protective behaviours can be developed, or when risk-taking and damaging patterns can emerge, which makes it a key period for early intervention,” Cr Cox said.

“By creating this action plan and achieving its goals, we will be able to steer Yarra Ranges children and young people towards better health and well-being.” The Middle Years Strategic Action Plan was informed by analysis of health, development and educational data, a mapping of current services available to middle years children and families, along with consultation with service providers, middle years children and their parents. Six focus groups were held in primary and secondary schools around the municipality, attended by 52 middle-years children and young people.

Two focus groups were held with 13 parents of children in Years 5 and 6, while 100 service providers contributed views and ideas to the plan. “Service providers told us that greater collaboration, communication and partnerships between schools, community services and health providers were important for children and families,” Cr Cox said. “Programs in schools, such as those around resilience and bullying, mentors and family support also have an impact on mental health and well-being.” For more information and to read the report, visit yarraranges.vic.gov.au.

Starting from 12am, Friday, 15 December, Victoria Police will be out in force over the festive season as part of a 24-day blitz to take dangerous, impaired and irresponsible drivers off our roads. Last year 14 people lost their lives on the roads over the 24 day period of Operation Roadwise. Another 233 people were seriously injured and 758 people received other injuries. Over the last five years, 59 people have been killed and over 1500 people seriously injured on the roads during this period. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Doug Fryer urged drivers to take care when travelling. “We can’t accept that it is only a matter of time before another life is lost on our roads, because if this is the case, I ask for you to choose who it will be from your family,” he said. “Everyone will say it can’t be someone from their own family, but sadly it will be. “If we look at the figures for the last five years from today, until the end of this year, another 10 people will lose their lives before the New Year. “Please don’t accept this, think about your choices; when behind the wheel or handlebars of a bike or when walking down the street and what the ultimate consequence could be. “Drive to survive, because there is no one someone won’t miss.” The state-wide operation will be conducted throughout the high risk summer period and will focus on reducing road trauma and improving road user behaviour. Motorists can expect to see increased enforcement throughout the state. High priority police service areas (PSAs) identified for Roadwise include the Casey, Greater Dandenong, Yarra Ranges and Benalla regions. The campaign will run for 24 days from 12.01am Friday 15 December until 11.59pm Sunday 7 January 2018.

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The Mail was lucky enough last week to catch up with Santa at Chirnside Park for a very special Q&A. What is something people don’t know about you? Well, they may not know that I’m a vegetarian. What has been your most memorable moment? Every day is memorable ... meeting all the children is very special. What is your ideal Christmas Eve meal? Lasagne ... vegetable, of course. (Ho Ho Ho). What event, past, present or future, would you like to witness? World peace. I’ve been waiting a while. What is your favourite Christmas carol

or song? Oh, that’s an easy one - Santa Claus is Coming to Town. What book are you reading, or the last book you read? Mrs Claus’s Bakery. What six guests, past or present, would you invite to a dinner party? My parents, Jimmi Hendrix, Nelson Mandela, Ghandi and William Barak. What is your favourite Christmas film? Elf. What words of advice do you have for children on Christmas Eve? Go to bed early; don’t stay up late otherwise I may not visit!

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Major works set By Peter Douglas The Burrinja Cultural Centre will receive its biggest facelift since the performing arts redevelopment in 2011, thanks to a $1.25 million funding boost. The redevelopment is expected to be completed by mid to late 2019 and will include major refurbishments to the building, including the foyer and circulation space, artist studios, social gathering area and gallery space. In addition, plans include the delivery of a new kitchen, cafe venue and foyer bar, and accessible public amenities. As it stands, that section of the centre has been described as ‘disconnected’, ‘tired’ and ‘ad hoc’. Monbulk MP James Merlino visited Upwey on Tuesday 5 December to announce the Growing Suburbs Fund grant for the redevelopment. Burrinja Cultural Centre executive director Ross Farnell said the work would fulfil a longheld ambition for many. “It’s something we always wanted to achieve, but never had the budget when the theatre redevelopment opened in 2011,” he said. “This will allow us to open up the space and make use of the fantastic northern lighting. Presently, it has very ‘pokey’ corridors that go nowhere; we really want to open it up and enhance the experience for patrons and artists. “The works will allow us to do what we do now, but better. Over time, we’re hoping more and more people will choose to visit Burrinja.” As well as creating better spaces for studio artists, Mr Farnell said the redevelopment could potentially open up more space for casual artists. Mr Merlino acknowledged the centre is a significant community hub in the Dande-

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Now, relax and unwind The end of the year has come around and, with it, a chance to relax and unwind before 2018 gets into full swing. There’s much to look forward to next year, including art projects and development works across the community, such as those funded by our Grants for Community and Capital Development Program. Council recently announced the 2018 Grants for Community recipients, providing funding to arts, culture and heritage groups around the municipality for events and programs. Festivals such as the ECOSS (Ecological and Social Sustainability) Ecotopia Earth Festival, the Warburton Film Festival and Healesville Toastmasters’ The Art of Speech Community Festival, all received funding through the grants program. Eastern Volunteers, the Healesville Community Renewable Energy Project, Hills Food Frontier and Mount Dandenong Primary School also received grants, to run programs throughout the year. We also recently endorsed the 2018 Capital Development Program, providing more than $100,000 in grants for non-profit groups to improve their sport and recreation facilities. The Upwey Tecoma Football and Netball Club will construct netting at both ends of the Upwey Recreational Reserve football oval, while cricket netting and female change facility projects were funded for the Seville Recreation Reserve. The Gruyere Hall and Grounds Management Committee will install two split-system reverse-cycle air-conditioning units, which

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SECLUDED AND LOVELY THIS lovely family home on a secluded block with views over The Patch valley is ideal for those wishing to indulge in the good life. Vegies, chooks, a couple of dogs and still plenty of room for the kids to run amok. Perfectly positioned in a very highly sought-after, peaceful pocket of The Patch this beautiful light-filled property offers: ■ Four large bedrooms all with built-inrobes (master with walk-in robe and full ensuite); ■ Large homely lounge room with Tassie oak parquetry floorboards, and toasty gas log fire; ■ Spectacular kitchen/living with quality stainless-steel appliances, gas cooktop and servery through to the dining area; ■ Lovely rear decking, the perfect place to take in the superb views across the valley; ■ Gorgeous main bathroom with corner spa; ■ Ducted heating plus two split-system airconditioners; ■ Massive 19.2m x 4.9m shed; ■ Double carport;

Double glazed colonial windows; and Lovely updated laundry. All this on an amazing parcel of land with established gardens and a wide variety of plants that were previously part of the Patchwork Nursery. If you are sick of the rat race and have the urge to go back to nature on your own tranquil park-like retreat, then this is the property for you. Idyllically located within close proximity of The Patch Primary School, The Patch General Store and public transport this property will be very popular. ●

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$480,000 - $520,000

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The home comprises four generous bedrooms master bedroom with wal in robe and full ensuite and a light lled bathroom servicing the further three bedrooms. eaturing an exceptionally functional and versatile loorplan the striking and modern kitchen is located to the center of the home while overlooking the large family room and includes quality appliances such as a Belling oven and stove-top and stone bench-tops. Stepping outside is a great covered entertaining patio with direct access from the family room, perfect to sit outside and enjoy the quiet surroundings.

Looking for extra room for the family with plenty of entertaining space? Then this is the home for you! The lovely and bright split level home consists of 4 bedrooms, all good sizes which surround the split level living spaces that include a roomy itchen and open meals area. This is the ideal rst home buyer’s home that need a little extra room or the perfect investment offering great value! Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 286 Inspection: Sat 11:30 -12pm (Photo ID Required)

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$550,000- $600,000

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The home comprises four generous bedrooms master bedroom with  and full ensuite and a light lled bathroom servicing the further three bedrooms. eaturing an exceptionally functional and versatile loorplan the striing and modern kitchen is located to the centre of the home and includes quality appliances such as a Belling oven and stovetop and stone benchtops. uality looring is complimented throughout with carpet to the bedrooms as well as ducted heating and evaporative cooling to keep you comfortable all year round.

The home offers  bedrooms master with renovated ensuite built in robes  polished loorboards low throughout the home neutral fresh paint throughout fabulous itchen with all new appliances including a gas cootop glass splashbac dishwasher and ample cupboard and bench space. tep outside to entertainers delight situated on  acre approx ample decing  swimming pool. Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068 Inspection: Sat 1:00-1:30pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Ryan Bell 0417 052 297

15 Johnson Drive Ferntree Gully

$820,000 - $890,000

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Spacious and Convenient Family Living!

11 ACRES (4.46Ha) – Renovate or build Located in the sought after location of Woori Yallock with shops only minutes away, a bus stop at your front door and an easy commute to Melbourne’s CBD, here is an opportunity to either build on your acreage (STCA) while living in the original 2 bedroom cottage or renovate back to its former glory. Enjoy living in this beautiful part of the world with land that is mostly cleared, scattered shade trees and a beautiful north facing outlook. The home has original features such as sash windows, ornate plaster work and french doors leading out to the back deck where you can enjoy your stunning land and mountain views. Land with a home positioned like this and as attractive as this does not come on the market very often, so be quick, don’t miss out!

Fantastically positioned, this four bedroom, two bathroom family home adds modern street appeal with a functional and accommodating layout. As you enter the home, the lounge and adjacent dining area features hardwood timber loors providing a warm and inviting feel. The central kitchen features a brand new oven and gas cooktop, the nearby family and living zones are spacious whilst the added bonus of a study provides plenty of lexibility. The master bedroom is on the lower level and features a large full ensuite and WIR whilst the remaining three bedrooms (all with BIR’s) are located upstairs ensuring a functional family loorplan. The main bathroom features bath/shower combo and separate WC whilst the laundry facilities are spacious and wrap up what this property offers internally. Outside, the BBQ and stunning in ground pool area will be perfect for those warmer summer months and with low maintenance gardens and stone paving is a space that will truly take care of itself.

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: Wed 6-6:30pm, Sat 1-1:30pm (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Jarrod Peterson 0409 408 544

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$595,000 to $645,000

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Perfectly positioned on a near FLAT 1,412sqm (appx) parcel of phenomenal land in a PRIME location this superb weatherboard home offers: 4 good sized bedrooms, stylish kitchen, spacious open plan living, lovely updated main bathroom & excellent undercover outdoor decking area. All this on the most sought after road in Belgrave South. Be quick to act to secure this lifestyle property today. Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

Set in a fantastic location, this beautifully presented, family friendly home has all the rustic charms of ills living and boasts a eible oor plan offering 4 bedrooms (or 3 beds & second living). Whether you are a irst home buyer looking for something close to the vibrant Main Street of Belgrave or a family looking for a safe environment for your children, look no further than this wonderful home. Contact: Sharyn Chandler 043 2 442 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

55 Anthony Drive Lysterield

10 Ronald Avenue, Selby

$775,000 - $850,000

$840,000 - $880,000

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If you have been looking for a high quality family home in Lysterield at an affordable price point then look no further – because this is it! This gorgeous brick veneer home offers; 3 Large beds all with BIRs (Master with WIR & full en suite), striking modern kitchen/dining area, spacious lounge room & huge undercover outdoor decking area. Be quick to secure this amazing property! Contact: Sam Adamson 0421 023 760 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

This immaculately presented home is situated on just over ½ an acre and is surrounded by beautiful bushland offering all the birdlife and peaceful surroundings possible. A welcoming feel and endless appeal are strong attributes of this family home. Inside features; 3 good size bedrooms and 4th/study, master with ensuite and WIR and 2 with their own BIR’s & 3 separate living zones. Contact: Rebecca Halit 0429 888 367 Inspection: Contact Agent (Photo ID Required)

11 Orana Court Belgrave South

$780,000-$860,000

32 Barbers Road Kalorama

$640,000-$704,000

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Warrawong

Perfectly tucked away in a private court location in the highly sought after Belgrave South, this original 4 bedroom brick home is hard to pass up. Offering a main home plus bungalow, shedding studio, 4 large bedrooms with built in robes & master with ensuite, along with 2 separate living zones. The dining space off the kitchen leads to the undercover outdoor patio. The living room offers separation from the kitchen /dining zone & is light illed & perfect for family gatherings. This home is positioned on a 2074 m2 clear at block, abundant with an array of established plants. The expansive yard also offers a 2 bedroom studio, with discreet mezzanine storage. In addition to the studio, there is also a single bungalow ideal for added storage or as a garden shed. There is also a large powered garage with concrete slab, a must have for the handyman!

This fabulous Hills Hideaway rests amongst a lush offering of exotics and natives together with fruit trees, herbs and a veggie garden (fully fenced) which most chefs would kill for. This ranch style log home boasts verandas front and rear, and a lovely light and bright kitchen adjacent to the open plan meals and living area. A crackling real log Coonara wood ire and ducted gas heating ensures cosy warmth on the cooler evenings, and the family friendly oor plan provides a separate main bedroom, ensuite and study retreat away from the other 2 bedrooms. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the serenity with the intermittent concert of the local birdlife, with a stunning Mountain Ash backdrop and views to Silvan Reservoir and beyond. Kick start your new lifestyle tree change today and inspect this secluded Hills Hideaway known as Warrawong.

Contact: Corinne Sukroo 0419 805 915 Inspection: By Private Inspection (Photo ID Required)

Contact: Trevor Bell 0418 333 580 Inspection: By Private Appointment (Photo ID Required)

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Lovely Hills Character Home!

This 1970’s architecturally designed, executive residence is privately located & sits on 1 acre of usable land. The home has been beautifully modernised featuring 3 BDRs plus study or 4th BDR, 3 bathrooms, 3 light illed living areas & designer kitchen with granite bench tops & stainless appliances. Add to this an in-ground landscaped pool, established gardens, lat lawn areas, DBL lock up garage & sealed driveway.

You’re going to love this character, split level hills home in an affordable price range. Well located in a quiet street on a private ½ acre with Cockatoo Creek running through the rear boundary. Tastefully updated the home offers 4 BDRs, family room with cosy WH, meals area & gorgeous kitchen with a blend of modern & country style. Outside you have established gardens, a single garage/workshop & small fenced paddock.

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8 Redwood Road Gembrook

$520,000 - $570,000

27 Lawsons Road Emerald

$640,000 - $700,000

Fully Renovated Home & Walk to Town!

Contemporary Styled Home on Almost ½ Acre!

This beautifully renovated home in a prime location is within walking distance to everything the gorgeous hills town of Gembrook has to offer. The home leaves you with nothing to do but simply move in & enjoy. On offer are 3 great sized BDRs with BRs, lovely light illed lounge, dining area. dd to this outdoor entertaining, single L garageworkshop with concrete loor & power & possible rear yard access.

This lovely home has been beautifully updated & styled & has all the space you need for the family inside & out including a fantastic outdoor spa area. Featuring 4 BDRs, the Master with WIR & ensuite, 2 spacious living areas, dining room, lovely kitchen with white cabinetry & new stainless appliances. Add to this an undercover entertaining area & a room with separate entrance suitable as a gym or oice.

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$895,000 - $980,000

Grand Hills Home on 12 Acres!

Heaven Can Wait!

This impressive home sits proudly atop of 12 acres & offers family living at its best. The 2 storey home offers 4 BDRs, Master with WIR, ensuite & parents retreat. You also have access to the balcony with a view. Entertain in style with the formal dining room, spacious kitchen & family/lounge room. Add to this rear yard with Mountain views, bore water irrigation system &  car shed with concrete loor & power.

s you have your very own slice o heaven here. agniicent heavenly views abound from all aspects of this property, spanning from port Philip Bay to Western Port Ba, astings and to the ast o embrook. he home sits proudly on top o  appro mostly cleared acres with pony paddock & oers 4 BDRs,  baths, 3 living areas, 3 bay lock up garage & so much more.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

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When it’s time to perform By Derek Schlennstedt Menzies Creek musician Benny Allen has been a long-time performer, largely in the alternative rock and indie scene. But as he says when his wife left him, his dog died, and he lost his job - he did the only thing he could think of - and started playing country music. It was that country music which has propelled Benny towards the opportunity of playing at the epicentre of country music in Australia, Tamworth. Benny was one of two Victorians chosen to travel to Tamworth and be part of the highly prestigious CMAA Senior Academy of Country Music. Each year the Country Music Association of Australia hosts a group of aspiring singers, songwriters and musicians at the Senior Academy of Country Music, where they undertake a world-class intensive music and business workshop under the guidance of some of the best country artists in Australia. Benny, 41, has been playing music since he was 10 years old and said he was ecstatic to be chosen. “The biggest thing is to get some direction to how you can potentially go about making a living from playing music,” he said. “There are parts to do with song writing and there’s mentoring with experienced country music people, but as well there’s the business side of it.” This is something Benny can relate to as he said he spent many nights when he was younger playing at pubs and bars, but was never able to break even. “Going back to when I was younger and playing in punk bands, pop bands and playing at Metro Nightclub on Bourke Street, but then you have start working for a living.” Recently though he has turned his atten-

Menzies Creek musician Benny Allen has been chosen to take part in a prestigious two-week workshop in Tamworth which culminates in an opening performance at the Country Music Festival. tion to country music, and a new original single called Yellowstone is now being played over radio stations across Australia and America. “As a musician you play your music, to find out other people like it especially original songs, it’s kind of surreal.” Though Benny fell into the country music scene, he personifies much of that old-school country-esque music tradition.

With a custom-built piano that he made himself, he often throws it into the back of his ute when going to gigs around the Dandenong Ranges and says he will do just that when he goes to Tamworth. “My weapon of choice is a piano, I’ve got a custom upright stage piano that I made and we load into the back of the ute - it’s something different to the traditional guitar and singer.”

The two-week long CMAA Academy of Country Music takes place ahead of the Tamworth Country Music Festival (TCMF), where all 29 students will perform an opening group performance. Among the highlights for students at the academy is the chance to jam with Kasey Chambers. To hear more of Benny’s work visit http:// www.bennyallen.rocks/

A year of some screen progress in 2017 2017 will be remembered as a year of progress for the film industry; hard-fought and longoverdue. Abusers in the film industry are being exposed in droves, and victims are coming forward in an atmosphere of mutual support and strength. On a more upbeat note, a female-led superhero movie made over $800 million at the global box-office, a kooky director from New Zealand made the freshest Marvel movie in years, and the foreign and indie scenes continued to offer fascinating and often subversive treats. Here are my picks for the 10 best films of 2017. 10. War for the Planet of the Apes. Both a tense, bleak war movie and a deeply moving character drama about nobility and fighting one’s inner darkness. 9. Thor: Ragnarok. Director Taika Waititi effortlessly balances outrageous humour with sensitive pathos in a compelling, visually dazzling romp. 8. Get Out. An eerie, darkly funny and superbly

paced horror film, Get Out is also a macabre examination of racism in modern America. 7. Free Fire. One long, sustained gunfight could easily become stale, but in the hands of director Ben Wheatley and screenwriter Amy Jump, Free Fire is a visceral laugh-riot, full of nuanced characters bouncing off each other with sharp dialogue and ballistics. 6. The Beguiled. Sofia Coppola’s remake of the 1971 original has painterly cinematography and a haunting subtlety. 5. Blade Runner 2049. A sequel that far surpasses the 1981 original, Blade Runner 2049 features a remarkably immersive future setting and achingly moving performances. The pacing is flawless, and the multi-layered twist about the protagonist’s true identity is absolute genius. 4. Raw. Grisly without being sensationalised, Raw is a darkly funny French horror-drama that uses cannibalism, one of society’s biggest taboos, to craft a tense and icky allegory about

repressed female desires and the sadism present in university fraternity culture. 3. Colossal. Possibly the quirkiest kaiju (giant monster) movie ever, Colossal is a witty and mature film about self-empowerment and overcoming abusive relationships, and follows an aimless alcoholic whose angst manifests as a giant monster lumbering through Seoul every night. 2. Alien: Covenant. Unfairly maligned by most critics, this gripped me from the beginning with fun characters and an oppressive, murky atmosphere. Michael Fassbender delivers a powerful double-act as two opposed androids, and the tone escalates smoothly from ominous suspense to gory action. 1. Wonder Woman. Tight plotting, masterful direction, elegant action and a heroine of such courage, skill and joy, yet who still undergoes a gratifying journey of personal growth. Wonder Woman delivers truly awe-inspiring set-pieces, when DC Comics’ other films have

Wonder Woman truly is full of wonder and takes out top spot as the best movie of the year. mostly failed, because the conflict and stakes are crystal-clear and we care deeply about the characters involved. The trench battle sequence alone may be the most majestic scene of the year. - Seth Lukas Hynes

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One thriller amid the drab By Chris Anderson Cricket in the Yarra Valley has reached its Christmas hiatus; time for some rest, relaxation and contemplation. Teams generally find themselves in one of three situations; gearing for a tilt at finals, in a desperate scrap to stay in finals contention, or vanquished. Whatever the situation, the Christmas break gives cricketers and their teams and opportunity to reflect the season thus far, and set goals into the new year. Last week’s action saw a cracking day for one day action. For teams in the DJ Strachan Shield and RA Finger Trophy competitions, it was crossover games to finish the year. Unfortunately for spectators looking for a contest, the round results, except for one, saw the gulf between the competitions exposed. Despite most games being fizzers, Healesville and Coldstream played out an absolute thriller. Healesville batted first and were immediately put under the blow torch as Daniel Whelan captured the wicket of Brenton Damrow in the first over of the day. Led by Scott Hamer (36), the Bloods top order fought hard against some good bowling from the Crocs. Needing a significant partnership, the visitors couldn’t find a pair to really put Coldstream to the sword. Nathan Taylor (2/24) collected a couple of middle order wickets to put the Bloods on the brink of collapse at 5/93. Liam Daly (37no) is starting to show his immense talent with the bat, and he was able to guide the Healesville tail to the end of their al-

lotted overs and ensure their total would grow to a defendable 9/168. The Coldstream bowlers toiled well as a unit led by Taylor and Leam Doughty (2/48). Two early strikes from Ash Hamer (4/36) got the ball rolling for the Bloods and kept the Crocs in check early. Paul Harris and Stephen Phillips (75no) combined for a match-defining partnership. The battle between bat and ball was immense. Coldstream were keeping wickets intact with controlled batting, while Healesville were ensuring the run rate was in check. The loss of Harris opened the door for the visitors, and they pounced as the Crocs made a desperate dash for victory. Doughty provided another useful partnership with Phillips, and the pair looked to have their team on track. Doughty’s wicket to the hand of Dermott Fry provided another twist to the chase as three more wickets fell quickly, and Coldstream found themselves tripping on their own shoelaces with the finish line in sight. One constant remained, Stephen Phillips. The Crocs star kept his cool while others around him lost theirs, and with the their allotted overs nearly exhausted, he managed to hit the winning runs with just four balls to spare. Reigning premiers Warburton-Millgrove completed a comprehensive victory against Hoddles Creek. The Burras opened up the clash with the bat, and although their batsmen struggled to kick onto a significant total, a series of useful partnerships and a brisk scoring rate saw the score quickly accumulate. Contributions from Adam Humphrey (36), David Lever (32), Jake Neale (32no) and Ben Lever (29) ensured the total would build to a more than useful 7/227 when their innings was closed.

David Rowe (3/14) was the Wombats best bowler with a tidy spell of bowling. Hoddles Creek have proven they will put up a fight, but this total proved beyond their skill level against the competition’s best. The Wombats found the going tough from the outset with young emerging fast bowler Jamie Nelson (5/20) ripping into the top order. Despite fighting on, the visitors could only manage 9/128 to hand Warburton-Millgrove a 99- run victory, and ensured their season is building nicely. Seville will enjoy their Christmas fair after putting aside a disappointing start to the season with an impressive victory against local rivals Wandin. Wandin opened the contest with the bat and just found the going too tough. The tale of their innings would be spelt out with no individual contributing more than 17 runs. Matt Hadlum (4/14) and Mark Sandfort (3/28) are beginning to build a formidable new ball partnership, and they had the Blues on the front foot from the outset. The openers work was closed off by a useful spell of bowling from Daniel Gale (3/42), and the Bulldogs finished with a disappointing 105. Despite the low total, the contest was still open as the Blues have had their trials with the bat this season. Three quick wickets to Ethan Alderman (3/25) after a solid start kept things interesting, but this was where the challenge was quickly nipped in the bud. Jake McInnes (47no) was joined by Toby Spargo (35no), and the pair combined to lead their team to a comfortable seven-wicket victory with a matchwinning partnership. Yarra Glen proved too strong for Launching Place as their guns flexed their muscles. The Riverpigs batted first and found them-

selves in an early spot of bother losing two early wickets. This would be the end of the home side’s advances as they were put to the sword by commanding performances from the experienced pairing of Andy Cowan and Brendan Ricci. Both would make their centuries in an impressive display of batting. A classy partnership blossomed, and with measured stroke play they extended the score out to a formidable 2/286. Sensing the total was too great, Launching Place set themselves to offer a challenge to the Yarra Glen attack whether they got to the total or not. Andy Vandervlught led his team from the front with a fighting innings of 69, and his team responded batting out the allotted overs for the loss of just five wickets. The gulf between the sides remained, and despite the fight from Launch, the final margin in the contest was 125 runs. Yarra Glen can now start looking at a tilt at Strachan Shield finals, something the Riverpigs have not tasted in well over a decade. Yarra Junction bounced back from the close loss to Mount Evelyn last round with another comprehensive victory, this time at the expense of a hapless Gruyere. Yarra Junction’s season has been built around strong bowling performances, and this again shone through as they bowled first in the match. Nick Bark (4/23) is one of the competition’s best new ball bowlers, and his skill with the new rock proved too difficult for the Scorpions. Andrew Blain (40) stood firm against the Eagles to give his side some chance of posting a competitive total, but that was snuffed out by Terry Ottrey (3/18) and the innings slipped away for a disappointing 89.

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The inaugural summer five-a-side season finished with two thrilling finals at the Monbulk Rangers Soccer Club. In Group 1, winter team mates faced off in the two under-12 teams, the Lions and the Pumas. The Pumas were held to a 1-1 draw at halftime, but ran out winners 4-1 after a few quick goals to Darcy Blackman. In Group 2, the under-14s Cubs turned the tables on the under-13s Outlaws which had beaten them earlier in the season, and won. Club president, Sam Knight, congratulated all the 120 players and 19 teams who took part in the first season of small-sided games at the new pitch, and thanked co-ordinator Tony Briggs for his efforts in getting the competition up and running. Mr Briggs said the five-a-side had been a great success. Monbulk Rangers plan to expand the competition next September and invite other clubs to participate.

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Monbulk singles champs The Monbulk Club singles championships lived up to expectations with two high quality games. Andrew Bell the defending champion took on Richard Cookson in the men’s final. This was a close contest throughout, with bowl after bowl changing who had shot. Eventually, Richard Cookson was able to get away and win his first Monbulk singles championship 25 shots to 17. The women’s final was contested between two players who had not made the final before in Margaret O’Brien and Karen Rice. Karen held an early lead, but this was pegged back by Margaret with some excellent draw bowling, and it was 16 shots to 15. However, Karen composed herself and was able to move away and win by eight shots 25 to 17. Tuesday pennant saw some mixed results for Monbulk. Monbulk 1 travelled to Healesville and were not able to come away with the points losing 61 to 75. Andrew Bell’s rink had a good win by 10 shots 30 to 20. However, Peter Koomen’s rink just went down by three shots, but Eric Markham’s rink was never in the hunt eventually losing by 21 shots 12 to 33. Monbulk 2 had a good win over Ferntree Gully at home winning 68 to 49. Graeme Goller’s rink won by 16 shots and Dick Coppin had a good win by nine shots. Eric Furby had a tough battle but lost in the end by six shots. Monbulk 3 also had a convincing win against the Dandenong Club with two rinks up scoring 77 shots to 45. Peter Francis won by 21 shots 32 to 11, Lorraine McLaren won 27 to 12 and Ray Pike went down in a nail-biter 18 to 19. Saturday pennant saw Monbulk have two

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DOWN 1. He’s been home only a few minutes (6). 2. He’s the silly ass who admitted the Italian (5). 3. Including a first rate new performer (7). 4. She’s got me mad, mum (4). 5. Doesn’t have to sound inattentive (5). 6. Must I be supported by Elizabeth, being poorer? (7). 7. Looked like Pip, taking me in (6). 13. Having a bouncy agent call in (7). 15. Upset to find how big one’s head is? (7). 16. On the surface, act strangely about the weapon (6). 17. A line that goes right through the meat (6). 19. Get down pale (5). 21. Having a ham and egg stand in America (5). 22. He’s caught Paddy up (4).

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1. A small part - of one’s correspondence? (4,1,3,5). 8. Spill the beans about the share-out? (5). 9. Came out clutching the terrible knife (7). 10. “Is in, isn’t out,” you keep saying firmly (6). 11. Aim to hurl the spear and catch one with it (6). 12. Because Nick is very shaky (5). 14. Arrange, from scratch (5). 18. How you say “I like to keep all the windows open”? (6). 20. Come out and talk right through it (6). 23. A German has been made boss (7). 24. For instance, am I to give back the picture? (5). 25. Does it give a clue as to what someone’s thinking? (7,6). DOWN 1. He’s been home only a few minutes (6). 2. He’s the silly ass who admitted the Italian (5). 3. Including a first

Clues it give a clue as to what someone’s thinking? (7,6).

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DOWN ACROSS Cryptic CRYPTIC NO.Suitcase 7504 1. (6) 1. Entertainer (13) PUZZLE ACROSS

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7504

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DOWN Suitcase (6) Famous (5) Esteem (7) Boor (4) Completely (5) Worship (7) Rage (6) Disintegrate (5,2) Try (7) Sausage (6) Plan (6) Step (5) Beat (5) Lazy (4)

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ACROSS Entertainer (13) Water lily (5) Unvarying (7) Soaked (6) Live (6) Subside (5) Sanctuary (5) Reluctant (6) Stationary (6) Clumsy (7) Amalgamate (5) Unnoticeable (13)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7504 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Just a few lines. 8, Split. 9, Mac-het-e. 10, Insis-t. 11, Asp-i-re. 12, As-pen. 14, Score. 18, Airily. 20, Spr-out. 23, Manager (anag). 24, I-ma-ge (rev). 25, Cryptic remark. Down - 1, Just-in. 2, S-il-as. 3, Art-ist-e. 4, Em-ma. 5, Lacks (lax). 6, Need-i-er. 7, See-me-d. 13, Sp-ring-y. 15, Cap-size. 16, T-arm-ac. 17, St-r-eak. 19, Light. 21, O-maha (rev). 22, Eri-c (rev). QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7504 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Ventriloquist. 8, Lotus. 9, Uniform. 10, Sodden. 11, Reside. 12, Abate. 14, Haven. 18, Averse. 20, Static. 23, Awkward. 24, Merge. 25, Imperceptible. Down - 1, Valise. 2, Noted. 3, Respect. 4, Lout. 5, Quite. 6, Idolise. 7, Temper. 13, Break up. 15, Attempt. 16, Salami. 17, Scheme. 19, Stair. 21, Throb. 22, Idle.

Quick Clues 1. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 14. 18. 20. 23. 24. 25.

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Despite the December rain storms, as pictured over Lilydale, conditions are ideal for the program.

In this dust we must trust grading programs were delayed due to the weather, as the severe rainfall may have reduced the effect of the works. Yarra Ranges Council Mayor, Len Cox, said that forecast warm weather in the coming week meant the program could continue. “Due to the delays not all works programmed for December will be completed, but every effort will be made to get as many of these roads as possible completed before Christmas,” Cr Cox said. “We thank residents for their patience around these programs.”

Cr Cox said there were 1025 kilometres of sealed roads and 758 kilometres of unsealed roads in the Yarra Ranges, which are maintained by council. “We have a larger variety of roads than many other municipalities, including our urban neighbours, and not only are these are more heavily impacted by day-to-day use and adverse weather, but they can be harder to work on,” he said. “Steep and winding roads can be damaged by rainfall and landslips, and heavy vehicles can wear down road surfaces whether they’re

sealed or not. “Our teams and contractors work to ensure all works and programs are high-quality and done in an effective and timely manner, no matter if the job is in the Dandenong Ranges or Mooroolbark.” Maintenance on unsealed roads is completed two to six times a year, depending on the level of traffic, local conditions and weather permitting. For more information, visit yarraranges.vic. gov.au/roads.

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Council’s dust suppressant program and December unsealed road grading programs are continuing, thanks to favourable weather conditions following severe rainfall earlier this month. More than 150mm of rain fell in areas across the Yarra Ranges from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 December, resulting in minor flooding in areas such as Healesville, Upwey and Mount Evelyn. There was further rainfall on Thursday 7 December, where more than 50mm of rain fell in areas across the Yarra Ranges. The dust suppressant and unsealed road

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