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Roo left for dead By Brendan Rees Disturbing photos have emerged of a severely injured kangaroo after it was struck by an arrow in Lysterfield Park and left for dead. Wildlife rescuers found the kangaroo, nicknamed Frank, with a wound under his chin and an arrow pierced through his leg near the Lysterfield Lake yacht club after a passer-by raised the alarm. Local wildlife rescuer Sue Johnston, who was part of a team that came to the roo's aid about 1pm on Saturday 11 January, said she immediately gave a prescribed sedative to the marsupial. "Seeing his neck it was like something from a horror movie, it was terrible," she said. Ms Johnston and two other rescuers Paul Jones and Sarah Cooke rushed Frank to Woofpurnay Veterinary Hospital in Narre Warren North where the arrow was removed. "The vet thinks he might have sustained a knife injury on the neck ... which is very concerning," Ms Johnston said, adding the wound was about 8cm long and 2cm deep. "I see many bad things with kangaroo injuries but this at a whole other level," she said. "The vet actually sedated him more and gave him gas ... he was in a lot of pain; wringling and rising in pain on the table, it was very sad to see. "Luckily the wound is quite clean where the arrow went in," she said. "He's got a chance hopefully." Ms Johnston reported the incident to police and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning. "Seeing something like this ... it's premeditated and an aggressive sort of attack; very concerning for me being a wildlife shelter and especially in my backyard," she said. Ms Johnston said another arrow had been found in Lysterfield South about a week earlier which had been passed onto police. Frank is now recovering in the last available enclosure at the Five Freedoms Animal Rescue shelter in the Macedon Ranges. Five Freedoms Animal Rescue Facebook
Vet staff remove the arrow from Frank's leg.
Frank was left with shocking injuries after being hit with an arrow.
Frank is recovering after been shot with an arrow. page posted shocking images of Frank and described the incident as "disgusting and unnecessary acts of cruelty." "While our wildlife are suffering horrendously through the devastating fires in Victoria, some sick and cruel bastard has added to the pain," the rescue group wrote. "Unfortunately, our animals continue to suffer in many ways and not just from the fires, and our work continues, and this beautiful big boy needs our help" it added. The group also called for tighter controls over weapons as illegal shooting of kangaroos
Pictures: FACEBOOK with arrows was not uncommon. In a Facebook post, Federal MP for La Trobe Jason Wood said he was shocked by the incident and had called for stronger penalties for those that committed animal cruelty. "This shouldn't be happening to our wildlife, I have been able to put on the COAG (Council of Australian Governments) agenda meeting of Environmental Ministers to have nationally stronger penalties for those who inflict cruelty on our wildlife, we are now just waiting for final agreement," Mr Wood posted.
Frank undergoes surgery at the Woofpurnay Veterinary Hospital in Narre Warren North.
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Heading: Bunjil Place Gallery FREE workshop Attend a FREE Assemblage Workshop and see your creation become part of Bunjil Place’s major art installation! For months the community have been creating miniature homes from recycled cardboard boxes to assist international artists, Isabel and Alfredo Aquilizan, with their latest major installation Home/ Land: Project Another Country. Throughout the exhibition anyone can participate in a workshop and create their own miniature homes to either take home or add to the exhibition. Exhibition and workshops open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10.00 am – 5.00 pm, until Sunday 8 March 2020. Discover more on Bunjil Place’s website.
FREE footy fun at Casey Fields this Summer!
The Melbourne Football Club (MFC), in partnership with the City of Casey, are set to provide another bumper line up of events this Summer when women’s footy returns. Casey Fields will host three of the MFC’s AFLW matches, as well as a massive junior clinic for local kids aged ive – 12 years. An open training session with the Dee’s women’s team will be held before the clinic, just in time for their irst game of the season the following week against North Melbourne.
The MFC AFLW side will play three of their games at Casey Fields this season, while the men’s team will also come up against Adelaide at Casey Fields in late February, as part of the 2020 AFL Marsh Series. To ind out more about the local games and other activities stay tuned to the City of Casey’s Facebook page or website.
Clinic and traning details: When: Saturday 1 February, open training: 9.30 am – 10.30 am, clinic: 11.00 am – 12.00 pm Where: Casey Fields, 160 Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East Registrations: visit the City of Casey website and search for ‘MFC’
Kid’s cricket clinic comes to Max Pawsey Reserve
Celebrate Australia Day in Casey Embrace the company of your community this Australia Day, with events in Berwick, Cranbourne East, Hampton Park and Tooradin on Sunday 26 January. Enjoy the FREE family activities on offer as we celebrate what it means to be Australian. For more details visit the City of Casey’s website.
Cricket Victoria and the Melbourne Stars are coming together on Thursday 23 and Friday 24 January to present two big days for cricket fanatics. Whether your child is new to cricket or the next Glenn Maxwell, this $50 clinic at Max Pawsey Reserve in Narre Warren will help build their existing skills, plus teach them plenty of new ones. Register your child now before places run out at playcricket.com.au.
Summer Safety Message There are simple things you can do to stay safe in the heat:
» Drink water: even if you don’t feel thirsty, drink water and always carry a bottle. » Hot cars kill: never leave kids, adults or pets in hot cars. The temperature inside a parked car can double within minutes. » Keep cool: seek out air-conditioned buildings, draw your blinds, use a fan and dress in light and loose clothing made from natural fabrics. » Plan ahead: schedule activities in the coolest part of the day and avoid exercising in the heat.
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Planning shake-up By Brendan Rees Casey councillors will no longer determine planning matters as they give up their rights to vote on planning applications in the wake of the IBAC corruption investigations. At an extraordinary special meeting on New Year's eve, councillors voted to establish a new Special Planning Committee and therefore relinquish their planning decision rights. It comes as the IBAC Operation Sandon inquiry alleged dirty deals at Casey Council in relation to planning and property development decisions. The Special Committee will include two independent members whose appointments will be considered at council's meeting on 21 January. However, councillors voted to have Cr Rex Flannery as the only councillor to act as council's delegate on the committee. Only seven of the 11 elected councillors attended the meeting as it seeks to "provide community assurance in the integrity of decision making". Mayor Susan Serey said the Special Committee, which would be established under the Local Government Act 1989, will have delegated decision-making authority under the Planning and Environment Act to deal with about four per cent of planning applications. The majority of other planning applications will continue to be decided by council officers under delegated authority. "It will not replace our role as councillors or take away the community's voice," she said. "This enables council to fulfil its obligations as a responsible authority in a timely fashion, protects applicant and objector rights and protects the integrity of decisions being made whilst the IBAC investigations are underway. "Residents will still be able to approach their ward councillors or Cr Flannery should
they have concerns around specific planning applications, which will be provided to the Special Committee. The right to object to VCAT for applicants and objectors means no one's voice or rights are silenced. "We need to ensure that we are meeting our obligations around planning applications being considered in a timely matter and are being processed in the quickest possible way, which the Special Committee will allow us to do," Cr Serey said. It is anticipated that the Special Committee will meet monthly, starting in February 2020. Meetings of the Special Committee would be open to the public. Cr Rosalie Crestani was the only councillor who opposed the new committee. "I believe all elected leaders have a right to speak as representatives for the people and my heart is to avoid causing offence in doing so," Cr Crestani said in a Facebook post. Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association spokesman Brendan Browne said the Special Committee was a "poor substitute for a properly functioning council." "We now have an absurd situation where public confidence is so low, that council is voting to remove 10 Councillors from planning decisions," he said. "At the same time they are trying to convince us that they are doing their jobs. "The only workable solution is for the State Government to dismiss the Council. We need administrators to start cleaning up the mess as soon as possible," Mr Browne said. A spokeswoman of the Save the Casey Foothills Association, Rosalie Counsell, said council's motion to surrender councillors' right to vote on planning applications was "far from ideal". "Who proposed a takeover in the first place?
And why did Casey's governance department recommend forming a committee with no details regarding size, make up, qualifications, transparency, powers, financial arrangements, checks and balances, or community input ramifications," she said. "The blatancy of this suspect move serves only to illustrate the urgency of government intervention," she said. Casey ratepayer Rita Menheere said the new committee had all the "hallmarks of a process designed to pull the wool over our eyes and keep control of the corrupted planning process." "We have to call it out ... the majority of wayward councillors get to decide everything about this committee, and can abandon it at any time if its members start making 'unwanted' decisions," she said. Meanwhile, Casey's manager of governance Holly De Kretser confirmed an incident whereby faeces had been mailed to one councillor. Cr Sam Aziz's whereabouts is also still unknown. He flew to Egypt late last year prior to the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission hearings being held which alleged Cr Aziz pocketed $900,000 from property developers. Cr Aziz and Cr Geoff Ablett currently remain elected councillors and continue to receive a councillor allowance. Ms De Kretser said the approved leave of absence for Cr Aziz and Cr Ablett ended on 31 December and the next opportunity for the pair to apply for further leave will be at council's meeting on 21 January. IBAC public hearings into allegations of serious corrupt conduct in relation to planning and property development decisions at the City of Casey council will restart on Monday 2 March.
Tractors set to pull in the crowds By Brendan Rees
Man in hot water for fire ban blaze A 21-year-old Narre Warren man is among four people to be interviewed by Victoria Police for lighting fires during recent periods of total fire bans. The man was interviewed for lighting a fire in a campsite to cook a meal during a period of total fire ban in Paradise Beach and interviewed by police on Saturday 4 January. On Friday 10 January, a 70-year-old Longford woman was also interviewed for lighting a fire in a paddock to burn rubbish during a period of total fire ban in Longford. A 37-year-old Dromana man was interviewed for lighting a fire in a camp area to cook a meal during a period of total fire ban in Clydebank. A 50-year-old Golden Beach man was interviewed for lighting a fire in a fire pit during a period of total fire ban in Golden Beach. It's alleged the man became abusive towards CFA members when they attended to extinguish the fire. All four were released and are expected to be charged at a later date. Police wish to remind the public that no fires can be lit on a total fire ban day without a Section 40 permit from the CFA. Under the CFA Act 1958, it is an offence to light a fire during a total fire ban day without a permit. Penalties for lighting a fire on a total fire ban include maximum 2 years jail or a large fine.
Speed played part in crash Police are appealing for any witnesses or dashcam footage following a collision in Lynbrook on Saturday 11 January. Police believe a Nissan X- Trail with Western Australian plates had been travelling south along South Gippsland Highway from the Dandenong Bypass when it collided with a blue Toyota Corolla about 7.15 am on the South Gippsland Highway and Lynbrook Boulevard. "It is believed the vehicle was being driven erratically and possibly at speed when it collided," a Victoria Police spokesperson said. An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said a man in his 30s was treated for pelvic and foot injuries and taken to the Aflred Hospital in a stable condition while a woman in her 40s was treated for upper body injuries and taken to the Alfred Hospital in a stable condition. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or the Casey Police Service Area Eyewatch Facebook page with reference LSC/ 26036.
Big rigs will tear up the track at Tooradin's popular Tooradin Tractor Pull and Truck Show on Saturday 18 January. Held at Rutter Reserve, organisers hope the event will draw more than 5000 people. The day will packed with thrilling activities including modified tractor pulling as well as vintage tractors, junior mower pulling, burnout car displays and more. "If the weather's good we've got a couple of new attractions," Tooradin Tractor Pull president Allyn Reeve said. "With a bit of luck it should be a bigger and better show," he said, adding "it certainly is a great family-fun day." "There are 38 tractors and we hope to have a bit over a 100 trucks. We hope to have about 70 to 80 cars," he added. The event will be held from 10am to 10pm. Tickets available at . www.ticketebo.com.au.
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Man dies in head-on crash A man has died and two others are in hospital after a truck and car collided in Pearcedale on Tuesday 14 January. Emergency Services were called to the scene at Baxter-Tooradin Road about 12.30pm. Police say an SUV was travelling along Baxter-Tooradin Road at 12.20pm when it attempted to overtake two cars and collided head-on with a semi-trailer. "Emergency services arrived on scene but were not able to revive the male driver of the
SUV," Victoria Police spokesman Glenn Manison said. The driver of the truck has been transferred to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. An ambulance Victoria spokesperson said a man in his 50s was treated for minor injuries and taken to Dandenong Hospital in a stable condition while a man in his 60s was treated for upper body injuries and taken to the Alfred Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Baxter-Tooradin Road was closed in both
directions while police investigated the circumstances surrounding the incident. Pearcedale CFA firefighters were also on scene. The crash has brought the state's road toll to 10 this year. Anyone who witnessed the crash or with further information or dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au A man died following a car and truck collision in Pearcedale. 203168
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‘Low-key gangs’ hit region By Brendan Rees Crime in Casey has jumped with theft, breaches of orders and assaults topping the list of offences, latest crime statistics have revealed. The number of recorded offences in City of Casey was up 10.8 per cent compared to the previous year, according to new figures released by the Crime Statistics Agency. On the rise were robberies (up 41 per cent), deceptions (43.5 per cent), and drug use and possession (20.5 per cent). There were just over 21 thefts that occurred per day on average for the year ending 30 September. However there was a drop in burglaries (down 4.7 per cent). Deputy Commissioner Shane Patton said the rates of youth crime was "very concerning"
with a spike in robbery offences involving "low key gang groups" in the southern metropolitan area including Casey and Cardinia. "It's a range of things - there are some small gangs, small groups of youth who we actively target and we know who they are in terms of persons of interest," he said. "We are finding that the youth of today are being more brazen and are doing things that we hadn't seen 10 years ago," DC Patton said. "In addition to that there's a lot of random offending occurs where we couldn't possibly anticipate who they are but it's just youth on youth. "We know that during periods of holidays that we see youth out and about and making bad decisions.
"I think it's really important to be aware of your surroundings when you're using your phone so that people can't take those opportunities to snatch them and things like that," DC Patton said. Gembrook state Liberal MP Brad Battin said: "Since Daniel Andrews has been in Government crime has continued to soar in Casey with a shocking 10.8 per cent increase in just 12 months. "The community have called for a new Police Station in Clyde, and Labor has failed to provide $1 towards the construction of this new needed police station," he said. Across the state the number of criminal incidents increased by 3.7 per cent with Police Minister Lisa Neville saying youth crime had "gone up slightly".
"Overall our young people are fantastic but those who committing crimes area are escalating quickly and they're doing a lot of crime; a lot of recidivism that is in this group," she said. Ms Neville said the State Government had recruited the "biggest increase in Victoria Police numbers in its history" which were supported by an additional 120 youth specialist officers. Crime Statistics Agency chief statistician Fiona Dowsley said that "the number of alleged offenders processed by Victoria Police has been increasing over the last several years. Since the year ending September 2015 the number of alleged offender incidents recorded has increased 14.5 per cent."
Drivers feel pain at bowsers By Brendan Rees Motorists are feeling the pain as fuel prices across Casey top $1.75 a litre - hitting a threemonth high. "The average price for a litre of unleaded across Melbourne today is just under $1.65, but the majority of retailers are selling at $1.60. Cheaper petrol is available, as low as $1.31, but motorists will need to search to find it," RACV spokesperson Brodie Bott said. "Sometimes the best way for motorists to avoid petrol price pain is to shop around; use a price comparison app or website to find the best deal. If you're heading away check the prices along the way, sometimes the best deals are found on your route or in regional centres outside of Melbourne." According to website Petrol Spy the price for regular unleaded fuel in Cranbourne, Berwick, Lyndhurst, Hampton Park and Devon
Meadows is between $1.41 and $175.9 cents a litre. CommSec's senior economist Ryan Felsman said rising international crude oil prices was likely to increase pump prices. "Automotive fuel prices have already lifted by around 5.5 per cent in the December quarter and are expected to show up in the inflation data scheduled for release on January 29," he said. "A combination of the ending of the current retail petrol price discounting cycle and rising international crude oil prices (Australia is a net importer of refined petroleum) are likely to push pump prices in the coming weeks," he added. Mr Felsman said drivers can shop around for the cheapest fuel by downloading apps on their smart phones - such as MotorMouth and RACV.
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SOCIALLY SPEAKING On Tuesday 14 January, a story was shared to the Berwick Star News Facebook page about a mother who waited for seven hours at Casey Hospital after experiencing a miscarriage, only to be told to go home. Here's how our readers responded online: Jodie Maree: By far the worst hospital I've ever been too!! The wait times are bs, and the doctors brush you off! I won't go there now, I'll drive and hour to go to west gippy. Tracy Anne Johnson: It's disgusting, there should be more support, more concern for baby and parents. What a horrible experience. If a mother to be presents herself in emergency with pains in stomach then action should be made asap a separate room for them to sit. It's a very upsetting time. Marianne Mez: This happens at nearly ever hospital to be honest. Private and public. Carlos Mauricio Senel Moreno: That happened to my wife at the dandy hospital 2 years ago. Waited for two hours sitting in plastic chair pretty much baby was lost waiting until a bed become available apparently. It was the most painful experience by far. Disappointed how they treat women there and nothing I could do about it, Melissa Rana: Better to go by ambulance if in a lot pain. Abbi Mae: Not just Casey hospital! It happened to me twice at the William Angliss hospital in Ferntree Gully with my 1st pregnancy and 5th. Nicole Hamilton: It happens in a lot of hospitals I myself had in happen in a Sydney hospital. Sue Baldizoni: What kind of hospitals are we paying for?! Kylie Bremner: They were amazing with me. Kay Bbk: How horrible for the woman... berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
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It’s a ‘band’ aid solution By Brendan Rees
A road safety program will be delivered directly to schools in the Casey community.
Casey Safety Village to close From the 2021 school year, the children's road safety program currently delivered at the Casey Safety Village will become an outreach program going directly into local schools. Following a service review of the program, Council resolved at the meeting on 3 December to close the Casey Safety Village, which has operated from its location in the Casey Complex since 2006. The program will continue from the current location for the next 12 months as it transitions to a new delivery model which will service Casey's 79 schools with about 5,000 prep students. The new program will be tailored to each school and include: production of a local Walk to School/Active Travel map and information Prep class Walk and Talk sessions on being a safe pedestrian around schools Prep/parent education sessions with the school crossing supervisor and Lottie (the school crossing Mascot) review of parking signage and school crossings. Casey mayor Susan Serey said the Casey Safety Village currently contains the Casey Road Safety Education Centre (CRSEC) and the CFA Learning Centre, which have delivered combined road and fire safety educational
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to shelters and foster carers assisting with the care and rehabilitation of native wildlife impacted by the fires. This is in addition to $200,000 already made available to wildlife rehabilitators this financial year to support their operations Donations to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal can be made online at Community Enterprise Foundation or at any Bendigo Bank branch.
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programs to the community, primarily kindergartens and schools. "While the program attracts around 10,000 children each year, around 60 per cent of users are from outside the City of Casey. As the facility receives no other government funding, the cost of the service is being born by Casey ratepayers," Cr Serey said. In order to remain financially viable into the future, Cr Serey said significant expansion of the facility would need to occur. However, its location in the Casey Sports Complex, which is also the site for the proposed East Cranbourne railway station, meant this will not be possible. "The decision has therefore been taken to close the facility and transition to a schoolbased model that will be delivered directly to local schools. "Council remains committed to improving road safety for children, and resources will be redirected to developing the program during 2020 for commencement in first term 2021. We are in the process of contact all our local schools to inform them of this change and to inform them of the new opportunities that will be available for their students," she said. The CFA was engaged in the service review process and council will work with them to determine their future plans for the relocatable buildings they currently have at the site.
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A carrot inspires story By Brendan Rees Healthy eating is at the centre of Pastor Kerrigan La-Brooy's new children's book, 'Caro the talking carrot meets Wilma the worm'. Mr La-Brooy, a Senior Pastor of Gethsemane Church in Cranbourne, who was recently presented the Leadership Award at the 2019 Victorian Premiers Volunteer Champions, says his book will instil a sense of "belief and guidance" in children during impressionable years when faced with body image issues. "The character is instantly endearing," Mr La-Brooy explained. "The storyline is informative and educational with a conscious emphasis on children's health and well-being while simultaneously capturing the imagination of the child and bringing light-hearted entertainment to even the adult reader. "With today's strong awareness directed at body image and the perception that to be beautiful you have to be slim, which sadly results in young ones succumbing to peer pressure even to the extent of starving their way to acceptance, this series makes a subtle difference," he said. Mr La-Brooy said the book was published through his own publishing company, 'Kerrigan Publishing' founded in early 2008. He had initially signed with a US based company but had to withdraw his contract due to a "major postal oversight". The story follows Caro 'the talking carrot' who reveals from the opening lines that 'being too skinny is not a good thing.' "It distracts from the common cliche and establishes that the main character does not have to be slim and tall or even good looking. If children are encouraged to adapt to the character and hopefully fall in love with Caro, it will at the very least, inspire them to take pleasure in their vegetables," Mr La-Brooy said.
Mr La-Brooy's new book. "We as adults can teach them, albeit at an early age, the importance of healthy eating and dismiss the misconception that being slim is essentially all that matters," he added. Mr La-Brooy teamed up with an illustrator from Canada named Izabela Ciesinska, said all proceeds from the sales of the book will go towards Gethsemane Church and Charity. Mr La-Brooy was also invited to the Monash Children's Hospital in collaboration with Starlight Foundation on Author's Day to read his book and also to sing and play his guitar. The book costs $20 which Mr La-Brooy says "is a lifetime gift to give any child." To order copies of the book contact the author on 0404 875 647.
Kerrigan La-Brooy is excited to launch his new children’s book, ‘Caro the talking carrot meets Wilma the worm’.
We’re building big in the south east and there will be disruptions The Metro Tunnel will free up space in the City Loop to run more trains to and from the suburbs, by taking our busiest train lines through a new tunnel under the city.
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Frankston and Stony Point lines
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Frankston to Stony Point Flinders Street to Caulfield Moorabbin to Frankston
Cranbourne and Pakenham lines
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Sandringham Line
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Flinders Street to Elsternwick (after 8:15 pm) Flinders Street to Elsternwick (after 8:15 pm)
Keep in mind, there are other disruptions on the public transport and road networks over summer.
Road disruptions: Closed roads, lanes and ramps Hallam Road, Lynbrook
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Northbound closed Roads closed overnight between South Gippsland Highway and Ormond Road
Thompsons Road, Lyndhurst
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Toorak Road
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Charman Road, Cheltenham
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Road closed between Blagdon and Station streets
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Mother-to-be turned away By Brendan Rees The family of expectant mother who was in pain and waited hours at Casey Hospital - only to be told to go home due to it being "totally full" - are fuming. Vanessa Haddad said she sat by her sisterin-law - who asked to withhold her name - in the emergency department of the hospital in Berwick for seven hours to see a doctor on 15 December. "The hospital was chockers; there were parents out in the corridor sitting with their children even on the floor," Ms Haddad said. "No one was moving; no one was moving in or out really." Ms Haddad said her sister-in-law had experienced a miscarriage and was hoping to get a prescription for her pain but waited between 7.30pm and 2.30am. "We did tell them our concerns that night ... she had a heaving feeling on her chest, she found it hard breathing and stuff like that. They weren't too concerned with her at all when triage saw her they told her to go back out to the waiting room," she said. At one point, Ms Haddad said her sister-inlaw "just looked at me and goes 'I just can't wait any more here.' She became very nervous like agitated a bit. "One of the doctors came out about two o'clock in the morning and said: 'Look, I hate to tell everybody but you need to go and find somewhere else or see your GP in the morning. We're totally full. We can't take any more patients ... there's only three doctors in rotation,' she said. Ms Haddad said their family were devastated by the ordeal. "They had already named the child; they told their three younger children ... the kids were very upset when they found out," she said.
A woman who experienced a miscarriage had to wait seven hours at Casey Hospital to see a doctor - only to be told to go home. Ms Haddad said she didn't blame the hospital staff but said the public hospital system was "unbelievably failing" due to a staff shortage. A Monash Health spokesperson said all its emergency department patients were seen in order of clinical urgency and apologised "for any distress experienced by our patients." Shadow Health Minister Georgie Crozier said hospital wait times had "blown out" under Daniel Andrews, putting "enormous pressure" on hospitals and placing the lives of patients at risk. "Daniel Andrews' mismanagement of the state budget is having real and tragic conse-
quences for Victorian patients," she said. Health Minister Jenny Mikakos said the government realised "there are times" when waiting in an emergency department could be stressful for patients and their families. "We are delivering record funding to each and every hospital in Victoria for doctors and nurses to care for record numbers of patients and we are getting on with completing the massive $135 million expansion of Casey Hospital," she said. "We won't be lectured to by Georgie Crozier and the Liberals, who delivered nothing for patients in Casey and continue to stand-by while their mates in Canberra rip $305 million out
of our hospitals for services our doctors and nurses have already delivered." Gembrook state Liberal MP Brad Battin has called on the State Government to investigate the incident involving Ms Haddad's sister-inlaw to "ensure it never happens again and give confidence to the community in the health system." Casey Hospital's redevelopment is reaching the final stages of construction and will consist of 128 new inpatient beds and the hospital's first intensive care unit in the new clinical tower, as well as six new operating theatres, a new day surgery unit, along with an upgraded pharmacy, pathology, back-of-house areas and expanded parking facilities.
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Awards celebrate spirit Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas was pleased to present a Community Spirit and Leadership Award to Jordyn Phillips at Berwick Chase Primary School. The Community Spirit and Leadership awards are presented to students who have been identified as potential leaders within the community. These awards recognise the outstanding efforts of students in the Narre Warren South electorate, all of whom are considered by their peers and teachers to demonstrate the dedication, resilience, kindness, and enthusiasm needed to be the leaders of tomorrow. Winners were selected from schools across the community, and include: Rafael Bouzinelos from Berwick Fields Primary, known for his friendly and respectful nature Jasper Battershill from Kilberry Valley Primary, who is passionate about animal wel-
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fare and is recognised by his teachers for his initiative TJ Sadlier from River Gum Primary, known for his empathetic nature and athletic ability Shae O'Brien from Hillsmeade Primary, who is regarded as a future leader Noah Snelling from Brentwood Park, recognised for his diverse range of interests, keen concern for our environment, and bright personality Ana Pantelic from Strathaird Primary, a Junior School Council Representative who stands up for others and brings a positive attitude everywhere she goes Jade Azemoth from Coral Park Primary, recognised for her respectful nature and her impressive leadership amongst her peers Ivy Nyugen from Hampton Park Primary, whose confidence in public speaking and initiative in the classroom and on student
council have impressed her friends and teachers Melinda Rogerson from Narre Warren South P-12 College, who has demonstrated leadership through raising funds for States School Relief and the Cancer Council Gagan Dip Singh at Hampton Park Secondary College who displayed an outstanding commitment to the school through raising over $3000 for local charities, running of staff professional development, and coaching / mentoring of young leaders Olivia Brown from Kambrya College made a fantastic contribution to the school throughout the year The students of today may be tomorrow's leaders, and these children are examples of what it means to be a leader and the impact that individuals can have on the communities around them.
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Stadium opens doors to help break down barriers Casey Stadium continues to break barriers for access and inclusion through recent implementation of an 'Access Key'. The City of Casey facility provides a range of inclusive and services, with the Access Key providing a valuable support for those accessing the Centre. Alongside the YMCA Victoria and ONE Casey, AccessAbilityAustralia (AAA) have developed an Access Key which provides critical orientation, structural and sensory information about the facility to prepare people prior to visiting. Available on both Casey Stadium and AAA websites, the Access Key compliments the accessible programs and facilities. Access Keys are customised accessibility guides that provide convenient and accurate information about venues or events. They
Casey Stadium launches the ‘Access Key’. include but are not limited to venue layout, parking, access in and around including ease of movement, customer service/ticketing, toi-
lets including environmental specifications, accessible offerings, procedural and sequential information on accessing services, sensory elements plus more. Director and Co-Founder of AccessAbilityAustralia Maxine Parker said, "the symbolism of Access Keys for facilities that open their doors to all people in the community can help break down stereotypes and build stronger culture, stronger communities and safer places to live". Casey Stadium is a state-of-the-art facility that has recently undergone a major redevelopment and now features 10 multipurpose indoor courts including a 1500 seat show court, 5 indoor cricket/soccer courts and a dedicated gymnastics area. The stadium prides itself on being acces-
sible to all people with a variety of programs available for children, those with a disability and the ageing population. "The implementation of the access key compliments our programs perfectly," Casey Stadium's Program and Inclusion Coordinator Matt De Poilly said. "We are keen to get the local community aware of the programs and facilities available and access key will help us to achieve this." There are a variety of all ability programs available for both children and adults, such as the Casey Sports Zone program, multi-sport program designed to introduce participants to a range of sports, athletics and movement activities. Multiple programs such as specialised all abilities MiniRoos soccer and Cricket Blast programs will be launching in 2020.
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Together we are one family, supporting and empowering each other with trust and respect. That’s the difference. Berwick 56-58 High Street 9707 0556
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For auction. Saturday 1 February at 11am Auction Saturday 1st February at 11:00am Offering a superb rural lifestyle ideal for all pursuits you will be instantly wowed the moment you are greeted through the grand gated entry via the sweeping circular driveway past lush formal gardens. The spacious family residence offers 4 grand sized bedrooms, master with ensuite, his and hers walk in robe. The three remaining bedrooms all have built in robes and are serviced by the main bathroom.
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ENJOY THE PEACE OF RURAL ‘OAKBANK’ PEACEFUL, private and convenient is what makes ‘Oakbank’ the perfect lifestyle property. Set on 59.5 acres, the property is a combination of native vegetation and cleared pasture. A long, sweeping driveway leads to the pristine homestead. The brick home has four bedrooms, including a master with ensuite. Spacious and light filled open plan living areas including formal dining and a well planned kitchen with hotplates, oven and plenty of cupboard space. Wide verandahs offer plenty of shade and outdoor entertaining options.
Clyde 5 Ayredale Street
F3 G2 H2 For sale. $500,000 - $550,000 Comprising 3 generous sized bedrooms with ceiling fans, master suite located to the front of the home finished with walk in robe and ensuite with oversized shower.
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Outside is the original homestead dating back to the early 1900s. The property also boasts a four bay machinery shed, 20’X30’ steel shed with workshop, hay shed, dog pens and yards. There are also manicured lawns, established trees and 6 paddocks, all within convenient reach of the Pakenham CBD. Mains water is a massive plus, while the property also has a dam. With Dore Road soon to be sealed, this will be the premier location in the area. The privacy and tranquility will make you never want to leave. ●
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46 squares approx of big family living. F5 G5 H2 For sale. $880,000 - $950,000 This amazing Porter Davis Waldorf offers an incredible level of quality living, boasting: • 5 big bedrooms, master with WIR & Ens with spa. • Chef’s kitchen with stone benchtops, stainless appliances and butler’s pantry. • 3 Separate living zones. Inspect Contact Agent
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13 Armytage Road
$925,000 - $975,000
CONVENIENT 9.7 ACRE FARMLET This ideally located farmlet has all the convenience of being 6 minutes to Berwick yet seemingly miles away due to the pleasant rural outlook to the north while the shining lights of the metropolitan sprawl to the south. The 3 bedroom home has a large lounge, meals area adjacent to the kitchen, functional bathroom & laundry all in good order. There are plenty of sheds & storage including a double steel garage, 18m x 10m (app) fully enclosed shed with 3 phase power, 18m x 10m (app) open fronted storage/machinery shed & an old piggery building. Mains water & 3 large paddocks for the animals. A lovely lifestyle awaits the new owners. For an inspection call Derrick Brown - 0418 317 096
Inspect Saturday 18th January 12:00 - 12:30pm
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$630,000 - $660,000
SUPERB LOCATION A great opportunity to secure this charming home in the very popular Lakeside Estate. The 2 storey family home provides 4 large bedrooms, 2 upstairs, 2 downstairs. Upstairs complete with a FES & study/nook. Downstairs bedroom 1 is complimented with an ensuite. All bedrooms have split system air con. A large open plan design provides appealing family living. Outside entertaining is provided with a pergola & large timber deck, perfect for those warm summer nights. A spacious double garage with mezzanine floor provides ample space for storage. The final touch to this property is it’s long driveway that allows the new owners plenty of room to park a caravan or boat.
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1/23 Main Street
$320,000 - $350,000
MAKE IT YOURS – MAIN STREET! Positioned right on Main Street is this charming two bedroom Unit. Walking distance to school, shops and Train Station, this Unit is ideal for the downsizer/retiree or first home buyer. Oversize lounge with split system and plenty of natural light. Functional kitchen with electric appliances and cupboard space. Main bedroom with built in robes and second bedroom is generous in size. Private yard, single garage and it’s in the heart of the town. Be quick, it won’t last long!!
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Pakenham
16 Dunbarton Drive
$495,000 - $525,000
LARGE BLOCK – CARAVAN/BOAT FRIENDLY This home is looking for its new owners after being loved since new. A large block of 784m2 (app) which allows for caravan, boat, trailer or the whole family’s car needs to be stored in the high clearance carport, double steel garage or the additional lean to. A family home consisting of 4 bedrooms, ensuite to master includes spa, study nook, two living areas and a kitchen that benefits from the large pantry and ample cupboards. Ready to move into and start enjoying your own space – interest rates are low and now is a great time to buy.
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A BIG NAME JOINS RAY WHITE BERWICK IT is with great pleasure that Ray White Berwick welcomes Anne Haynes to its ever growing team. Renowned for her market knowledge, formidable negotiating skills and dedication to her clients, Anne brings her intrinsic passion for people and property and commitment to client service as she joins Australia’s leading real estate brand, Ray White. “When I first received a call from Director Debbie Brettoner, I was caught off guard, and not planning a move. However, when I walked through the doors of Ray White Berwick and the head office Melbourne it just felt perfect!” said Anne. “I love what I do and I do it with integrity and transparency. I genuinely care about my clients and to now work alongside one of the strongest and most dynamic teams in real estate. The sky is the limit as to what we will all achieve. We all have the same mindset and common goal.” Debbie Brettoner echoed Anne’s sentiments and said she was “absolutely thrilled“ to have Anne on board. “I have known and admired Anne for years in the real estate world and always heard lovely comments about her dedication and high level of service to her clients.” Debbie, Eric, Matt and Yun are very excited to have someone of Anne’s calibre join the team. With a powerful team, backed by the strength of Australasia’s largest brand, Ray White Berwick is ready to take on 2020. ●
Ray White Berwick Director Debbie Brettoner and Licensed Estate Agent Anne Haynes.
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A stroll from the School, community pool, rec reserve, Bakery & Thorpdale hotel. 66mg water license, large scale commercial shedding allows many options - Cropping, grazing or simply clean country lifestyle for the family. The solid brick home contains 3BRs, 2bthrm, 2 living rooms, a spacious updated kitchen perfectly blending old & new with open plan dining area adjacent. The home gardens a perfect balance of shade, light, views & space for the children to play. Genuine sellers. Inspections welcome by appointment.
Looking for space? This might just be the one. No close neighbours & views in all directions! 5 bdrms, 3 bths, formal living & dining plus rumpus. Kitchen with gas cooking & further dining/family space. Ample heating/cooling via a mixture of Gas heating, wood fire, R/C split systems & ceiling fans. Further features incl dam, shedding & 7.5kw Solar system. The property is currently a licensed breeding kennel permitted for up to 14 dogs transferable to new owner or bring along the ponies, sheep, pet cow etc & start enjoying the country surrounds!
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66 ACRES PANORAMIC BAY VIEWS WITH PERMIT Offering Uninterrupted Beautiful Views of Westernport Bay, this parcel of land is situated in the rolling hills of Glen Forbes and is a true investment. It features established tree runs between paddocks with one boundary that abuts the State Forest. The current owner has done the work for you and successfully appropriated the necessary building permit for your future home. Town water is available at the road for the astute purchaser (STCA). (Contact Westernport Water and Bass Coast Shire Council for details.)
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Currently used for fattening cattle, this 66 acre parcel of land includes water troughs in each paddock and has access to a large dam located at the entry to the property. Power is located nearby for connection, or be bold and go off-grid! Build your dream home here, run horses, cattle, sheep or cut hay... the options are endless! AUCTION SUN 26TH JAN @ NOON - ONSITE
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The name you know, backed by the name you trust. Ray White Berwick is proud to announce their newest team member You can expect the same level of attention, service and local area knowledge you have come to know, now backed by the strength of the Ray White brand.
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Gardening guru to speak By Mitchell Clarke Gardening guru and author Gabrielle (Gay) Baldwin is set to make her way out to Cranbourne where she'll present at the Auditorium in the Royal Botanic Gardens on Sunday 9 February. Ms Baldwin will speak about the experiences she learnt while compiling her book 'Things my garden taught me'. The memoir, records her 25-year project to establish a bush garden on what had been pas-
ture land in Yanakie, South Gippsland. The book describes experiences of successes and failures, pleasures and frustrations, but beyond that, it explores the learnings of Ms Baldwin, not just about gardening, but about many aspects of life. "For instance, gardening has shown me the need to find an appropriate balance between what can be controlled and what cannot - and an acceptance of this, even when it involves disappointment and sadness," she said. "I have learned that decay is essential to
the cycles of life, with obvious implications for thinking about death. "At a more down-to-earth level, I have found satisfaction in conquering the fear of snakes and discovering that hard physical work can be empowering for women." The "enlightening" event is open to all but is suited especially towards people starting to develop their garden. Bookings are essential. To book, visit www. rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au.
Author Gay Baldwin will recounts her personal experiences in developing her garden.
Afghan community celebrates in night to remember More than 150 people from the Afghan community have gathered at Somerville Reception in Hampton Park to commemorate the great Afghan poet and scholar Maulana Jalaluddin Balkhi. The gathering also celebrated the second anniversary of Afghanistan's well-known musician late Yonus Aziz on the 15 December. Attendees enjoyed a night of poetry and live music at the event which aimed to innovate, build and foster an inclusive community and social harmony through Maulana Jalaluddin Balkhi's poetry. In the opening Mr Bassir Qadiri the chairperson talked about the importance of multiculturalism to promote harmony and inclusion in Australian Society. He also spoke about the dedication, commitment and efforts of Bakhtar Cultural Association's team to not only support the Afghan community to integrate well into Australian society but to keep their culture and tradition, languages and history well and alive and pass them on to the next generation. The local Afghan poets and scholars read their dedicated poetry with the translation
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Casey's Afghan community enjoys a night of poetry and live music. played on big screen to English speaking audience. There were also Maulana Jalaluddin Balkhi, late Mr Yonus Aziz and Naseer Brothers music band biography short videos which were displayed to the guests.
During the event, the Bakhtar Community House project was announced by Mr Qadiri which was the "first and important project" in the Afghan community. The project will take place in South-East area, more likely Narre
The project's plan was showcased to everyone through architecture animation video. Narre Warren South MP Gary Mass spoke about the State Government plans to help and support the communities, schools, cultural centres and events. He also talked about state government financial incentive in to supporting the Bakhtar Community House Project. The event continued by performances from Naseer Brothers and Hosham Alkozai by performing the late Mr Aziz's songs and their own music. At the end of the ceremony, an award, which was prepared by the Bakhtar Cultural Association's team, was presented to Naseer Brothers by the chairperson.
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Lind-Elle School of Dance staff provides children opportunities to shine and grow. The Australian Teachers of Dance (ATOD) syllabus provides an incredible framework for exam training. There are also enjoyable social events where parents, adult students and teachers get together such as trivia nights. Whether you are looking for a beginner class or something more advanced, Lind-Elle is sure to have something to suit. Contact the studio to arrange a suitable time to come in and see the facilities first hand, have a chat and discuss how Lind-Elle can assist your child to shine. Enrolments for 2020 are now open, don’t miss out on securing your spot!
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The Centre of Multicultural Youth, in partnership with Reclink and the City of Casey, has initiated a community sports program at Cranbourne Secondary College. The program includes a women's volleyball program as well as a multisport program open to both male and female participants. Participation is free of charge and is open to all ages. This is a great opportunity for the family to get fit together! Cranbourne East Secondary College Gym on Mondays, 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Free of charge, all skill levels can participate. Contact Engela 0436 620 187 (evanderklashorst@cmy.net. au) or Sarah 0401 568 503 (sarah.hume@ reclink.org).
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Furry friends cent rescue, Lester," she says. "Despite being one leg short, Lester was the perfect dog: obedient, easy to train, loving and grateful. He gave me so much and wanted so little in return. His passing last year still makes me tear up today. "Our family will certainly be rescuing again when we're ready for a new pet and I encourage all would-be owners looking for a pet to consider adoption." PETstock Assist charity and events coordinator, Jess Guilfoyle, says: "We want people to be open to different types of animals and breeds, to make considered and sustainable choices, and to give rescue pets a chance at a better life." The event will run from 10am to 2pm at 202 Sladen Street, Cranbourne.
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The club has a stranglehold over the southeast region - they're relentless, driven by success and are always chasing their next challenge. It's the cornerstone of all successful sporting clubs. While the weather may have been arctic in their 51-point win over Narre Warren, the Wickers put in a magical performance befitting of a champion team in the midst of a golden era. From the superstar Travis Tuck, who came to the club with a high expectation that has
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Talent runs deep for Jono By Nick Creely Now that Jonathan D'Rozario has had a taste of wearing the Victorian colours against the very best young talent Australia has to offer, all he wants is more. More improvement with his batting and bowling, more camaraderie with his teammates, and more opportunity to showcase exactly what he's capable of at the elite level. The 18-year-old Monash Tigers all-rounder and Buckley Ridges product has plenty of tricks up his sleeve, and after a successful Under 19 National Championships carnival with Vic Country just prior to the Christmas break, D'Rozario is hoping that can translate into club cricket and beyond for the remainder of the season. "It (the National Championships) was an amazing experience, I couldn't have asked for it to be any better, or any worse," he said. "Getting to play on the WACA in the end, and being able to learn and play against great players, the facilities, the coaches, it was all second to none. "The coaches were always talking to me about improving my game, just those little things that I can take and bring back to club cricket and hopefully it can help me progress my game." D'Rozario's carnival was strong, notching up scores of 38 and 40 throughout, before a sparkling 50 on the WACA in the final against NSW Metro almost helped Vic Country clinch the title. "I wanted to just go out there and enjoy the experience, and play hard cricket - that's the way I play, and I felt like I played my role," he said. "There were some limited opportunities at times, but as soon as I got the ball in my hand, or had the stick in the middle-order I was trying to get us over the line, and that's what I based myself off. "I felt like I played a big role in a few of those games, but if you looked through a few of the players coming through the ranks, I like to look at myself like a Michael Bevan, he was able to finish off through the middle, which I unfortunately wasn't able to do, but I still felt I played a role while it would have been nice to help us over the line on a few occasions." With the ball, the youngster was just as vital, snaring six wickets at 23.3 and providing excellent spin coverage through the middle overs. "We had a very strong spin attack, so I knew it'd be competitive getting overs in, but when I did get the chance it was about getting wickets, and if not, being economical, which I think as a spin group we did really well," he said. "It was terrific being involved with the spin group." At club land for the Tigers in the Victorian Premier Cricket competition, D'Rozario has shown glimpses of his glittering talent in the first portion of the season with scores of 44, 79 and 60 in the middle-overs, while also contributing some handy wickets. But, the ambitious talent wants more. He wants to hopefully break in for a first XI debut for the end of the season, and help the team -
Jonathan D'Rozario (left), with Monash Tigers teammate and fellow Dandenong District product, Yash Pednekar. and club - win games of cricket. "Hopefully I can carry on some momentum from the first half of the season, I got a few scores here and there, but I want more consistency with the bat and to take more wickets with the ball, and I just want to try and con-
tribute the best I can for the team," he said. "If I'm contributing to winning games for Richmond, I feel like I'm doing my part." The Tigers have enjoyed a stellar 2019/20 in terms of development, with teenager Jake
Fraser-McGurk making his Shield debut for Victoria, quick Mitch Perry making his oneday debut for Victoria, while in total, seven youngsters represented the club at the Under 19 National Championships, including fellow Dandenong District prodigy Yash Pednekar. "There's no luck about that - the way Youngy (coach Shannon Young) is bringing us all through, his coaching program and the way he goes about it is unbelievable," he said. "From the first day we walked through the door at TNF cricket in Oakleigh, we all got to know each other and we could feel something special brewing." But home is where the heart is. D'Rozario moved to Buckley Ridges - the little club on Pultney Street that is a powerhouse in the DDCA - from Lynbrook when he was 14, finishing off his junior career at the Bucks, a place where his dad, Shane is revered as one of the club's greatest cricketers, and one of four to have won a Wookey Medal as the champion player in Turf 1. And what was even more memorable, the father and son even starred together in a Turf 3 flag for the club in 2016, with Shane belting 74, and Jono snaring 5/56. They even put on a vital 50-run stand that helped sway the game into Buckley's hands. Those memories of his dad's glory days at the Bucks are ones he'll never forget, and always hold dear to him. "Huge. Absolutely huge," he said of his dad's influence. "We watch cricket every day around the house, and I think Mum and my sister probably get fed up with it, but we're all the time talking about it, in the car on the way home from training, it's like having another coach 24/7. "And I was there at every Turf 1 game, always in the nets - he'd always bat down the order. I love hearing the stories about how he and Paul Rudd would come in at seven and eight and somehow save a Turf 1 game, it's brilliant. "He bowled offies, and I'm always asking about how he used to work out batsmen, but I remember him to be one of the better DDCA players going around. "The old man is very special." And as for the club itself, D'Rozario couldn't have higher praise for the current Turf 1 champions, who have got a blend of star players, both home grown and from overseas. "I'm around the club as much as I can, and every person around the club, whether it's in the ones with DJ Watson, has been brilliant in trying to build great cricketers and help other people," he said. "That's the most important part of the club. "Even all the imports that have come through, Luke Fletcher, Dave White at the moment, and getting a chance to talk to those people, give you a chance to keep learning, and it's brilliant they're able to help me out, and help all the cricketers at different levels coming through the ranks. "The more time I get to spend there the better - they're just awesome people."
Swans are undone by Russ brilliance By Nick Creely Casey-South Melbourne suffered an untimely loss to Footscray on Saturday in Victorian Premier Cricket as it looks to keep pace with the top-eight. In a 32-per over match reduced off the back of rain the previous day, the Dogs had a bat first after play finally got underway at 1.30pm, and it was spearhead and milestone man Nathan Lambden (2/37) who broke through off the first ball of the game. Lambden - playing his 100th first XI match at Premier level - removed dangerous opener Dan Sartori, but the Dogs, one of the most potent batting groups in the competition, quickly went on the rebuild through stars Dean Russ and Travis Dean. Combining rock-solid defense with still a mind firmly fixed on keeping the scoreboard berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
ticking along, the pair added 87 before Jordan Hammond (1/33) managed to snare Dean for 38, another prized scalp in a promising start to his career at the level. Despite the Swans - largely through the spin of Luke Wells (3/26) who continued his strong form with the ball in hand - finding regular wickets, the Dogs got itself into a strong position for the win, finishing 7/171 with Russ' 67 providing plenty of headaches for the visitors. Needing close to a run-a-ball in the chase, the Swans got off to a bright start through Luke Wells (23) and Nathan Freitag (36), but the required run rate and the strangling effort with the ball provided by Russ (4/24) - who backed up his starring effort with the bat - saw the Swans rolled for 153 with seven balls to spare. Despite the Swans managing to string together some small partnerships, with Joel Mitchell (22), Chris Benedek (22) and Jordan
Wyatt (13) looking threatening before getting out, the Dogs just had the answers and the momentum on their side. With 11 points separating the Swans from eighth position, the group will be needing a victory against the struggling Monash Tigers on Saturday to stay in touch with the finals race. But there could be plenty of reinforcements if the Swans elect to shake up the side ahead of Saturday, with the seconds enjoying a dominant win against the Dogs at Casey Fields. In particular, important all-rounder Lachie Sperling (50 and 2/11) could be finally set to make his return after a slower than anticipated return from injury, talented opener Ash Chandrasinghe is banging down the door for a debut after notching up 44 not out, while spinners Jonah Serong and Ashvin Adihetty could help bolster the spin department if needed.
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Crunch time is looming By Nick Creely DDCA TURF 1 AND 2 REVIEW - ROUND 9 While there's still so much cricket left to play, and so many twists and turns inevitable, it appears as if the Turf 1 premiership race is now down to four clubs following the returning
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Down at Lois Twohig Reserve, Buckley Ridges dominated its clash with North Dandenong. Batting first, the champs lost veteran batsman Paul Rudd in the opening over, caught behind off impressive seamer Nimesh Kariyawasam (2/43). But it brought together the might of Daniel Watson, returning from a hamstring strain, and skipper David White, who continues to dispatch DDCA bowlers at every turn. Pairing up for a brutal 154-run stand, the Maroons finally brought an end to the dominance, with Watson - on 93 - looking to clear the mid-wicket boundary but instead finding Syed Shah who held on to an outstanding catch in the ring. The skipper White - who made scores of 80 and 99 prior to Christmas to continue another golden season in Australia - held his nerve to build a partnership with Susa Pradeep, who immediately got busy to push the ball into the gaps. White looked an almost certainty to register his first century of the season, skipping through the 80s with two enormous sixes off consecutive balls down the ground, and with just six left for the three figures, the South African looked to bring up the milestone in style. But instead, White holed out to the longoff boundary to continue a rare run without a ton despite another dominant season, with a 1000-run season well and truly in the cards after skipping past 600 for the year. The Maroons rallied late to hold the Bucks back somewhat, with the visitors still reaching an incredibly imposing 7/270 off its 40 overs. It appeared that the Maroons' batting innings would be over swiftly after the Bucks teared through the top-order to leave them 5/46, but the home side showed fight through the talented Clay McCartney, who belted 69 as the home side crawled to 164. At Arch Brown Reserve, Berwick and Narre South played out an utterly fascinating lastover thriller, but Matt Chasemore's Bears got the points in the end. It was an even battle between bat and ball with the Bears winning the toss and electing to bat, registering 7/176 off its 40 overs, with allrounder Ruwantha Kellepotha (46) and Matt Robertson (48) combining beautifully through the middle to set up the total. In reply, in-form opener Morteza Ali threatened to take the game away in one foul swoop to race to 36 off 39 balls, but his wicket - courtesy of James Wilcock (2/33) - got the Bears going. With the game in the balance, Ashan Wijayakumara held firm on one end with the blade, but the Bears managed a steady flow of wickets, with the scalps of dangerous duo Jonty Jenner and Scott Phillips putting the home side into the box seat. Bringing the game down to the final over,
with 11 runs needed and with the ball in the hands of Jarrod Goodes (3/27), the veteran managed to snare the final two wickets and deliver a thrilling eight-run win to the home side. Springvale South was another side that escaped with a last-over win, holding off a brave Heinz Southern Districts at Reedy Recreation Reserve. Skipper Ateeq Javid (65) once again led the way to compile yet another half-century as the Bloods recovered from a middle-order collapse to post 7/176, a strong total on the pitch. While the great Craig Slocombe (2/32) did some fine work early to help put the Cobras in a tough position at 4/84, the home side managed to scramble a vital partnership through skipper Kaushalaya Weeraratne (43) and Chandima Abeykoon (36). With just 15 runs needed from the final three overs, the Bloods dug deep, somehow restricting the Cobras to 8/171, just five runs shy of victory. In the remaining match, Hallam Kalora Park (4/175) managed to keep itself within touch of a finals position after a comfortable win against St Marys (7/174) at Carroll Reserve. In Turf 2, Dingley are continuing to show it's a class above with bat, ball and in the field after completely dismantling Cranbourne and moving 12 points clear on top of the table. The Dingoes showed little mercy to the Eagles at Souter Oval on Saturday in the first round after Christmas, winning by a whopping 144 runs in a 40-over match. The home side didn't have it all their own with the bat after winning the toss, and were at one stage 2/13 before recovering nicely to finish 8/183 off its 40 overs, with the impressive Flynn McGaw scoring a vital 34 in the middle-order. The momentum carried through from a terrific late surge with the bat for the Dingoes, who were merciless as they rolled the Eagles for a meek 29 in just over an hour. And the dominance came through Milan Rathnayaka (7/18), who bowled magically in one of the great spells of the season, and partnered with Calvin Barlow (3/8), gave the visitors little chance of mounting a case for victory. Down at Perc Allison Oval, Beaconsfield banked a vital win in its finals aspirations against Narre North. The Tigers showed great intent with the ball to roll the Rams for just 99, with Jason Dodd (3/17) and skipper Jack Benbow (3/21) doing some great work through the middle period to cause plenty of problems for the visitors. A strong 65-run opening stand from Brendan Johnson (52 not out) and Callan Tout (25) stole the game away from the Rams, with the home side getting the job done with eight wickets still left in the shed. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
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Panthers fall short again By Tyler Lewis and Nick Creely VICTORIAN PREMIER CRICKET ROUND 10 It was another painful defeat for Dandenong as it fell millimetres from victory in its first encounter after Christmas on the weekend. In its match on Saturday against FitzroyDoncaster, the Panthers were sent in on a slow green track in overcast conditions. After losing openers Brett Forsyth (10) caught behind and skipper Tom Donnell (7) leg before, the Panthers were in need of a rebuild. Ed Newman and Cam Forsyth slowly but surely resurrected the innings before Newman was victim of the sensational arm of Victorian Premier Cricket champion Peter Dickson. With a consistent fall of wickets inside the first 15 overs, Forsyth combined with James Nanopoulos to build a competitive total. When Nanopoulos rocked back and pumped a short ball to the fence only metres off the ground; the games trajectory, as it has seemed all season, was in his hands. After the slow start, the Panthers had clawed back into the contest through Forsyth (25) and Nanopoulos (30) who pushed the total to 3/89 without risk at the half-way point. Shortly after the drinks break was the passage of 10 overs that cost the Panthers dearly, losing the set Forsyth and Nanopoulos before the reliable Comrey Edgeworth also found himself in the shed, as Dandenong lost 3/4. A fighting performance with the bat from Jacques Augustin against his old side and Pete Cassidy nudged the Panthers to 144, short of the mark the Panthers would have wanted at drinks, but something for the bowlers to work with. The Christmas break proved to have no impact on Nanopoulos as he continued on his merry way with the ball, claiming three of the first four wickets to equal the Dandenong Cricket Club record of 313 victims. The Lions coasted along ticking over the run rate until Pete Cassidy gave his side a sniff, snagging two wickets in one over to inject some life into the Panthers. Unfortunately for Dandenong, the season of heartbreaking losses continues into the New Year as the Lions hung on to a two-wicket
Endeavour Hills batsman Manav Malik on the drive during his 25 against Melton on Saturday. 203007 Picture: GARY SISSONS
Despite even more struggles with the bat, Suraj Randiv and the Dandenong bowling outfit turned in a strong performance on the weekend. 199128 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS
victory - the third defeat of the season by two wickets or less. Close losses have seemed to be the story of the season, and skipper Tom Donnell said his side has often been on the good side of the close matches and understands they need to be better if they want to win games in tight moments. "It is frustrating, there have been a few games we thought could have gone either way," he said. "We just haven't been good enough, or haven't had luck, we just haven't been able to win. "This year it seems we haven't had our luck but that is the way cricket goes, when games are close you need a bit of luck and we haven't had that this year but we haven't played well enough to be honest. "We just need to improve and play the key
Vinu Mohotty was the pick of the bowlers for the Eagles to snare 2/20 and continue his brilliant season. MORNINGTON PENINSULA - PENINSULA DIVISION ROUND 9 (DAY ONE) The struggling Pearcedale faces an uphill battle to avoid another tough loss, this time to Heatherhill at home on Saturday. The Hills were sent in, and despite the early wicket of the dangerous Steven O'Donnell, belted its way to 5/250 off 65 overs before declaring, with skipper Sam Mullavey smashing his way to a maiden century for the club. Kristian Miller also struck 52 to be a menace for the home side. With just an hour to survive, the Panthers lost three wickets to be 3/26 and will need to do a lot right to stay in the contest when play resumes on Saturday.
moments a bit better." Dandenong will face Ringwood at Shepley Oval this weekend in another one day match. VICTORIAN SUB-DISTRICT - NORTH/WEST ROUND 9 Endeavour Hills battled hard on Saturday, but ultimately fell fighting to Melton at Syd Pargeter Reserve. Batting first after being sent in, the Eagles scrambled to 170 off 44.3 overs, with keeper batsman Manav Malik (25) top-scoring as the home side struggled to cash in on a series of starts through the middle order. The home side looked the goods early with the ball to snare a wicket, but the visitors - off the back of an unbeaten 52 to skipper Nathan Taylor and a strong hand from Matthew Stead (40) - found the runs with four wickets and overs still in the bank.
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Liz Doidge (left) and Lynne Wood played in the singles club championship.
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Lynne Wood has been crowned the Cranbourne ladies club champion for the sixth time in a row.
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Lynne Wood won her first singles club championship in 2015 and since then she just kept on winning. In fact, her husband Graeme will have to build on an extra room to hold all her trophies. This year in the final Lynne was up against a talented new bowler, Liz Doidge who will gain a lot of experience playing against the region's best ladies bowler, but the game was one sided from beginning to end with Lynne crowned ladies club champion for the sixth time in a row, after the success of 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and now 2020. Lynne also continues her great form playing in the number one open side on both Saturday and mid-week competitions for Cranbourne as well as playing in State competition events and surely is one of the best female athletes in the greater Casey region. Meanwhile as club members return from the holiday break, club chief John McKenna and his committee have arranged a special bowls day to be held on Saturday 18 January to support bowls clubs that have been affected by the recent bushfires with all proceeds to be raised on the day to be presented to these clubs.
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