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Marathon effort By Taylah Eastwell When Beck Mitchell reflects on her teenage years as a troubled girl from Mount Evelyn, there wasn’t a thought in her 17-year-old mind that she might one day be an inspiration to youths in her very position. But if every journey begins with a step, Ms Mitchell’s first steps up the stairs at Lilydale youth organisation Bridge Builders as a teen are to thank for the whirlwind adventure that just saw her run seven marathons across seven different continents in just seven days. Now the Executive Officer and a youth worker at Bridge Builders, Ms Mitchell praised the organisation for changing her life during her teenage troubles and said her decision to compete in the World Marathon Challenge was about showing others that anything is possible. Upon her return to Australia last Friday, Ms Mitchell can now proudly say she is just one of eight Australian women to ever conquer the challenge, raising $50,000 towards her $250,000 goal for Bridge Builders. “I’m just some little kid from Mount Evelyn, no one knows where Mount Evelyn is. I grew up here on a farm and there are so many reasons why I shouldn’t have been able to do it but I got out there and did it anyway and I really hope that sends a message of hope to others that anything in life is possible whether you think it is or not,” she said. “If you put your mind and your heart into it you can do anything. And I mean anything, because I just did it. Embarking on an 85,000 kilometre round journey, Ms Mitchell ran over 300 kilometres while competing in marathons in Cape Town, the Antarctic, Perth, Dubai, Madrid and Brazil before breathing a sigh of relief upon sight of the final finish line in Miami, USA. Competitors spent 63 hours and 15 minutes of their seven day venture in the air attempting to recover before the next race in the next continent, only stopping in briefly at hotels to drop off luggage to be minded for a few hours while competing. The gruelling conditions in some conti-

nents meant runners had to acclimatise rapidly, boarding the plane in an icy minus 25 degree celcius in the Antarctic and finding themselves at the starting line in blistering 36 degree heat in Brazil within a matter of days. But for Ms Mitchell, her intense training in the lead up to the challenge prepared her for the worst. “I actually managed quite well. I did a lot of training back here in different temperatures deliberately. One week I was running up in the Dandenongs and its minus two and snowing and the following week I ran an ultramarathon in Alice Springs in the desert. I really put my body through its paces beforehand because I was predicting that the weather was going to be a challenge,” she said. Running on ice in gale force winds, however, was not something Ms Mitchell could prepare for at home, admitting that she thought she was going to die in the relentless race in the Antarctic. “The conditions in the Antarctic wouldn’t allow our plane to land so our pilot wouldn’t fly, so we had to fly down in a Russian cargo plane that’s not built for people. Just going to those conditions for a day trip would be one thing but we’re performing, running a marathon is like putting your body to the ultimate test and I’m out there doing that in ridiculous temperatures. “I did feel a little bit like a giraffe at some points, my legs were just going all over the place and it was really slippery,” she laughed. But there was no time to rest. Ms Mitchell admits by the third and fourth races her body just wanted to give up. “I calculated in the seven days I probably had 22 hours sleep on the plane. There were moments when I cried a lot of tears and just had to kind of keep pushing forward,” she said. It was running for a cause that fuelled the fire inside Ms Mitchell that kept her going. She wrote the name of a person who had lost their life to suicide on her left arm for each race and had a list of people that have changed her life on her right. “I wasn’t just running for me I was running

Beck Mitchell crosses the final finish line in Miami after her seventh marathon for the week. Picture: COURTESY WORLD MARATHON CHALLENGE for the charity, I was running for people who have lost their lives to suicide and running for a purpose is what got me through,” she explained. The money raised will be put towards pro-

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Mitch Dasler with his Apprentice of the Year award. Picture: COURTESY OF TRACY DASLER

Cyclist ‘in bad way’ By Romy Stephens Numerous emergency service crews were called to the aid of a severely injured cyclist at Mount Dandenong on 27 February. At about 7.30pm crews from Ambulance Victoria, Monbulk Fire Brigade, Kalorama Fire Brigade, Olinda Rural Fire Brigade, Lilydale SES and Victoria Police were called to an incident on Zig Zag Track. According to Lilydale SES Controller Shaun Caulfield the cyclist was found by someone walking by and was 800-900 metres down the track. Mr Caulfield said Ambulance were initially called to the scene but required extra assistance. He said a basket stretcher and mule were needed to retrieve the cyclist who was “in a pretty bad way.” “Working with the paramedics that were there, who started to treat his quite significant

and serious injuries, SES and CFA loaded him into the basket stretcher and into the mule then we had to push the stretcher up hill to where the Ambulances were,” he said. Mr Caulfield said the man was placed in an induced coma, transported to Kalorama Oval and then airlifted to hospital. According to Ambulance Victoria, a man in his 50s was treated last night and airlifted to the Royal Melbourne Hospital in a critical condition and with head injuries. The Royal Melbourne hospital said the patient was still in a critical condition. Mr Caulfield said the entire process took about two hours and praised the different crews for their efforts. “It’s always fantastic to work with our colleagues from other agencies. It’s good to know that the community has such a vast array of people willing to pitch in and help in those situations and we all bring our own expertise and skill set that’s specific to our agency,” he said.

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13 firebugs charged over dry fire season By Taylah Eastwell Thirteen people have been charged with deliberately lighting fires in the Yarra Ranges throughout the 2020 Fire Danger Period. Since the fire season commenced on 16 December last year, a total of 26 fires across the Yarra Ranges have been attended to by Mount Evelyn CFA and Mount Evelyn Police Fire Patrol. Three of these were in Mount Evelyn. Leading Senior Constable Peter Hamilton of Mount Evelyn Police and Fire Patrol Unit said community awareness around fire danger

has picked up. “We went to a few fire meetings and had in excess of 40 at each meeting,” he said. “The illegal burning off was right down. If we compare it to the same last season we would have been out to close to 100 reported fires, a lot of them being illegal burn offs. To date we are at 26. According to Mr Hamilton, the smoke haze from East Gippsland that blanketed the Ranges could have played a part in the “quiet” fire season.

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“It could’ve been because of the smoke that was around and the fires in the headlines,” he said. “When you wake up and see smoke in the area you don’t really want to be lighting fires. With the Fire Danger Period set to come to an end on March 10, Mr Hamilton warned that there is always a zero tolerance to fires in the Yarra Ranges. “There’s still a week left of the fire season. Just because its cooler doesn’t mean you can burn off, wait until the fire season has ended,” he said.

Emerald’s Mitch Dasler has a bright future in landscaping after winning the Nursery and Garden Industry Victoria’s Apprentice of the Year 2019 award. The 19-year-old received the award on 22 February at the NGIV Annual Gala Night at the Park Hyatt. Mitch has been an apprentice at Fleming’s Nurseries in Monbulk for over two years but has worked with the company for over three years. He said he always wanted to be a landscaper, but fell into nurseries because he didn’t have a driver’s license - a result that he is now thankful for. “There’s no point being a landscaper if you put a plant in that dies the next week,” he said. “It’s better to have knowledge of the plant you are putting in. “It makes the job heaps easier if you know the other half of it, if you know all aspects of the job it’s much easier to understand the way to get results.” When asked his thoughts on why he was selected as the winner Mitch responded with his ability to show initiative. “At work if it looks like it needs doing it probably does, so you just think ahead and try and plan the next step,” he said. “I believe I tend to show leadership if I’m in a group, a lot of people have trouble making decisions and I just make them.” Mitch added that winning the award will be a huge step forward in his career. He hopes to one day open his own landscaping company. Mitch also recognised the important role his parents and two TAFE teachers, Mike and Kate, have played in his career so far. 12443216-JW10-20

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New era for Mail The local family newsmedia company, Star News Group, owned by the Thomas family since inception in 1909, last week took full ownership of the Mail after a 17 year partnership with Hartley Higgins and his family. Paul Thomas and the Star News Group team have been managing the Mail for most of the last 17 years, so not much will change. However, reflecting the move to full ownership, the masheads will be updated to reflect the Mail’s full affiliation now with Star News Group. From this week your local Mail will be rebranded the Star Mail. “We are proud of our 111-year history of providing quality news publications with hyper local news to our local communities,” Mr Thomas said. “We play a vital role locally to bind communities, inform communities and provide a voice to communities. This role is now more important than ever with the pressures being placed by Government and the multinational digital organisations“ In addition to the more traditional mass media print advertising, the Star Mail team can provide marketing solutions across a range or media, including digital and social. “We have some really sophisticated digital marketing products through our digital media marketing business, Star Media Platform. Our

team are the local marketing experts and together we want to make local businesses grow and local communities thrive. “We have had an incredible media relationship with the Higgins family over the last 17 years with the Mail. “Hartley invited our local media group into the Mail in 2002 and our two businesses had skills that blended well together and enabled the Mail to be a successful business and community voice for all that time.“ “I’d like to thank Hartley and his family for that opportunity afforded to us. “We are excited about the continuing role the Star Mail will play locally and invite input from the community.“

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Long-time Mail group publisher signs off This edition of your Star Mail marks a new era in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges for publisher Star New Group, who have acquired North East Media’s share of the business. The successful partnership for over 17 years has seen new mastheads and magazines launched, improved layouts and design introduced, awards won and more recently moves to greater digital offerings and social media services. The Thomas family’s Star News Group, publisher of the Pakenham Gazette and many other additional suburban and regional publications, formed a partnership with us as publishers of Wangaratta Chronicle in 2002. This followed 14 years of a former partnership with the Heyse family who published the Alexandra Standard and Yea Chronicle. Geoff and his father Ken Heyes of Progress Press fame, contributed valuable industry knowledge and advice to that partnership and helped us build The Upper Yarra Mail, originally launched by Graham Colling as the Wandin and Monbulk Post. From a small office in Yarra Junction, pretty much donated to us by Peter Robinson of Bell Real Estate - who remain our most supportive advertisers - we set about building a community newspaper from the heart of the Upper Yarra Shire with truly local coverage, and advertising to promote and build local traders. A Shire Centenary Souvenir Edition in 1988 featured the community’s history and progress with commendations from the then Prime

Hartley Higgins. Minister Bob Hawke, Premier John Cain, Shire President Bruce Aumann, Tony Lamb MP and Jim Ploughman MP. Veronica Groat will be remembered up and

down the valley for her singular contribution as Upper Yarra Mail editor, along with dedicated administration, sales and production staff who worked many late nights to despatch the paper to the printers. From small beginnings, the company Yarra Valley Newspapers as it traded then, expanded in the Dandenong Ranges, Yarra Valley and Healesville. This ultimately led to it acquiring Ranges Trader operated by Don Fitzgerald, and Mountain Views edited by Mardie Lambert. Both had given their communities amazing service during trying financial times and will be remembered for their publishing dedication which ultimately came at a personal and financial cost. There are others who will be remembered for outstanding contributions, including Sue Thompson and Kath Gannaway for local journalism, along with the current adverting and branch manager Tracey Aitken and her team. We are proud of the progress and reputation of the Mail Newspapers which we have been fortunate enough to be involved in for over 30 years; our heartfelt appreciation goes out to current and former staff, readers and advertisers for your consistent support. We wish Paul Thomas and the Star News Group every best wish as they continue to deliver effective and trusted publications to one of the best regions in this wonderful country. Hartley Higgins, former publisher, Mail News Group.

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On track for testing trek By Romy Stephens A competition has been opened to provide Year 11 students across the Yarra Ranges a chance to win a free trek to the Kokoda Track. The Cowey-Selman Kokoda Award will see students create a Powerpoint, art, poetry or essay of up to 600 words explaining the Kokoda and Northern Beaches Campaign. The award is an initiative of the 39th Infantry Battalion (1941-43) Association and the Mount Evelyn, Monbulk and Lilydale RSL subbranches. Mount Evelyn RSL president Roger Boness said the competition is to help acknowledge the importance of children in maintaining history. "We go out of our way to include the children in all of our activities," he said. "Our kids, when we go and talk to them, they're quite knowledgeable. They know more than what I knew when I was a kid." Veteran of the 39th Battalion and the battle of Kokoda James Bruce and his granddaughter Kristy-Ann Mays - history co-ordinator at Lilydale High School - helped support the launch of the competition. Mr Bruce said it provided a great opportunity for students to learn more about history. "It's a very credible thing to do because I know we never got anything like this in my day," he said. "They probably will think back on it for all their life." Meanwhile, Ms Mays said it's vital that younger generations maintain their engagement in history. "I use Pa a lot in the classroom and talk about Pa and show photos. I'm incredibly proud of him," she said. "It's really important that we don't lose these voices and we don't lose these stories. "It's my generation, it's the next generation,

James Bruce is a veteran of the 39th Battalion and the battle of Kokoda. 205646 it's our responsibility to keep this going." Ms Mays added that it was very encouraging to see how engaged students already were in history. "Being a history teacher and teaching high school students, their interest is incredible in war history," she said. "They're really engaged and really interested in the topics, especially Kokoda because it's something that they've started to learn more about. "They hear the stories and they're amazed by what people have done." The Cowey-Selman Kokoda Award is named in honour of two local veterans of the 39th Battalion, James Cowey from Monbulk and Geoffrey Selman from Lilydale. The winner will join a Kokoda trek at no cost to themselves other than personal medications, spending money and gifts for the local Papua New Guinea locals. The successful student will also be offered assistance with training prior to the trek. Competition entries need to be in by 5pm on 27 March. For more information about the competition or how to get involved, contact mtevrsl@ gmail.com.

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Late summer and early Autumn are the most likely parts of the year that we may come across Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) in the Yarra Valley if it has established here, or if it has been imported to our region. Our summer harvest season is almost at an end. Most people have picked the produce the eed, a d the e a e e ess f uit let ha gi g o the t ee o l i g a ou d o the g ou d. This ipe f uit s e t is highl at a i e to QFF, a d the f uit let ha gi g a suppo t a othe ge e aio of QFF, that i tu uilds up QFF u e s. The QFF a o e i te i to e t sp i g as adults. The a hide i a shelte ed pla es u il sp i g. Harvest all fruit. Pick up all fruit. Leave nothing for QFF to breed in. Treat any suspicious fruit and dispose if it in the rubbish bin. Only compost clean fruit.

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Rail history on display By Jessica Anstice Puffing Billy Railway now brings even more rail history to life with its highly anticipated new Menzies Creek Museum now open. The historic museum, which covers a space of 1160 squares and houses over 80 exhibits, officially opened to the public on Monday 24 February. Amongst the significant exhibits are rare operational steam and diesel locomotives, carriages and a rail tractor. Adding to the atmosphere, the museum also features an operational boiler house that services steam engines, fluid pumps and 500 break horsepower generators. A themed children’s play area and the Little Toot Cafe provide space to sit down, relax and await the 30-minute train journey back to Belgrave. Museum manager, David Baker, who started at the railway as a volunteer in 1993, said the museum project has been a huge undertaking over a 10-year period. “The Menzies Creek Museum was originally established in the early 1970s, as a partially sheltered, outdoor museum,” Mr Baker said. “The original museum displayed many of the same exhibits we have in the museum today, however not a lot was known about their background and there was very little interpretation. “The museum closed in 2003 as the structure was in need of update and repair. It sat idle for a number of years while we worked out the best way to proceed, and in 2010, the first sod was turned to create the new museum which stands today.” Mr Baker said it has been a long process to get the doors opened, with thousands of hours from staff and volunteers going into researching each item to discover their stories. “Most of the items on display were acquired in the 1970s and 1980s and predominantly tell the story of industrial Melbourne from the 1800s up to the modern day,” he added. “As we researched each item, we came across some great stories about where they came from and what they were used for. It was

a fascinating process and a huge step forward in the preservation of this part of rail history. “We have now documented all this information and incorporated it into the museum experience, making it more interesting and educational for visitors.” With a big vision for the museum, the museum committee will be adding more audiovisual and interactive experiences over time. “We are also working on a road/farm steam area to highlight what life was like alongside the narrow gauge,” Mr Baker said. “We have a steam tram and steamroller that we are working to get on display and are always looking out for items of significance to expand our collection.” Mr Baker said his favourite item in the museum “has to be” the climax loco. “It is a unique locomotive as it was built to run on undulating, imperfect track at low speed with lots of power,” he explained. “It is also the only intact climax out of 50 that were built for the Victorian railways, and the only one built for the Erica State Sawmill, so it is pretty special.” A special train service to Menzies Creek has been introduced to cater for visitors wishing to experience this unique station stop. Passengers can enjoy a 30-minute journey from Belgrave, passing over the historic Monbulk Creek trestle bridge and through the forests of the Dandenong Ranges, before arriving at Menzies Creek to visit the Museum. The return train ride departs 45 minutes later with Museum entry included in the fare. Passengers taking the longer ride from Belgrave to Lakeside can also enjoy the museum as part of their fare, by making their way to the museum by car after their train journey concludes. Those wishing to visit the museum only can drive to Menzies Creek Station and purchase museum entry upon arrival. As an opening special, entry to the museum is free of charge until 31 July. After this date, entry will be free with a train ticket for the same day, or $10 per adult, $8 concession, $7 children and $30 for families (two adults and four children) for those not travelling on a train.

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Funding doubled for Belgrave library refurb By Taylah Eastwell The community in Belgrave and surrounds will soon benefit from a modern library that better meets the needs of the highly used Belgrave Community Library. Yarra Ranges Council recently announced it would allocate $450,000 to upgrade the facility, matching the State Government’s Living Libraries Grant of $450,000. With over 100,000 visits in 2018/19 and decent turnouts at all events, the upgrades will be a welcomed change to the popular library which hasn’t had a significant upgrade since opening in 1997. The refurbishments will include improved exterior spaces, a modern service desk and

zoned areas for study for home-based businesses, toddlers or adults who a just looking for a quiet place or some social stimulation. Lyster Ward Councillor, Mike Clarke, said the community would benefit greatly from the upgraded library. “This is a great opportunity to turn the Belgrave Community Library into a more contemporary space for the community to visit. “As one of the most visited libraries within Yarra Ranges, it is being put under pressure from the increased usage and demand. Library Service Chief Executive of Eastern Regional Libraries, Joseph Cullen, said that he was delighted with Council’s support for such a highly used and valued community asset.

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Top marks for new build By Taylah Eastwell It’s out with the old and in with the new at Mount Evelyn’s Yarra Ranges Special Development School, with the school’s foundational relocatable classrooms being carted away one by one to make way for long-awaited modern and functional facilities. Having made-do with the same unsuitable buildings for 35 years, the school celebrated the opening of its brand new administration space on Monday 24 February - the first of a planned $4 million in upgrades to completely rebuild and revamp the school. The $1.11 million upgrade includes a new reception area, staff lounge, offices and toilet facilities. Principal Janet Taylor told Star Mail the newest addition to the school was amazing after what they have been putting up with. “This is our first true bricks and mortar building. The old administration building was probably half the size, very congested and difficult for staff and families to move through. It was relocatable so parents with children and student in wheelchairs struggled enormously,” she said.

“The new building has a beautiful wide opening so there is ease of access and it is so much more welcoming. School captains Daniel Carter and Tom Moxey and school secretary Devon Brown welcomed Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing to the school on Monday 24 February for the official opening. Ms Shing joined in on morning assembly alongside Mr Anthony Raitman of the Victorian Legislative Council, as well as students, parents, colleagues, project builders and architects where she unveiled a plaque to mark the formal opening. Ms Shing said Labor is ensuring that local students across the Ranges have facilities that are modern, accessible and fit for purpose. “This investment to improve facilities and classrooms at the Yarra Ranges Special Developmental School has made a huge and very positive difference to the everyday lives and achievements of students, staff and teachers,” she said. The upgrades form part of the Labor Goverments $6.1 million in funding to deliver more than 1,400 school upgrades and support over 7,500 construction jobs for Victorians.

Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing opened the new administration building at Yarra Ranges Special Development School on Monday 24 February. According to Principal Janet Taylor, the school is now looking forward to the next build. “This is the start of a whole school rebuild. This was project one, project two will be the junior buildings which have just gone to tender, and project three is in the planning stage. Exciting is an understatement,” she said.

Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing with students at Yarra Ranges Special Development School.

Have a say on Yarra Ranges ward boundary changes The community is invited to have its say on proposed adjustments to ward boundaries within the Yarra Ranges Shire Council. The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is reviewing the ward boundaries of the municipality. Ward boundaries are adjusted so that the number of voters represented by each councillor is within 10 per cent of the local council average. The review considers adjustments to the

location of ward boundaries and will not consider the number of councillors or wards. The VEC has proposed altering part of the ward boundaries of Billanook Ward, Chandler Ward, Chirnside Ward, Lyster Ward, Ryrie Ward and Streeton Ward. Electoral Commissioner Warwick Gately encouraged community members to get involved by reviewing the report and making a submission. “A subdivision review helps uphold the

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principle of one vote, one value at the local government level,” he said. The VEC has released a preliminary report of the proposed changes and information on how to make a submission. The report is available at vec.vic.gov.au or by calling 131 832. Copies are also available for inspection at Yarra Ranges Shire Council offices. A public hearing will be held at 5.30pm on Wednesday 25 March at Montrose Town Cen-

tre, 935 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Montrose for anyone who has requested to speak in support of their submission. Submissions must reach the VEC by 5pm on 18 March this year. Submissions can be made online at vec.vic. gov.au, by email to yarraranges.review@vec. vic.gov.au or by post to the Victorian Electoral Commission, Level 11, 530 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000.

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A growing place for jobs By Taylah Eastwell From humble beginnings as a nursery tucked away in the foothills of the Dandenongs, Mount Evelyn’s Yarra View Nursery has flourished and grown into a successful social enterprise providing employment to over 130 locals - 85 of whom have an intellectual disability. Run by disability service provider Knoxbrooke Enterprises, the nursery began as a small activity to entertain people with disabilities and now produces 2 and a half million plants each year. The organisations growing success has seen it expand from 12 to 27 acres and from 1 site to 3, having recently purchased a second Mount Evelyn nursery known as Bushland Flora. The organisation is bound to keep flourishing, with a recent Federal Government grant of $125,000 allowing Knoxbrooke to explore what other opportunities are available to continue providing work for those with disabilities. CEO of Knoxbrooke, Kristian Dauncey told the Mail the funding would be used to find further ways to employ people living with disabilities in Mount Evelyn, Wandin and surrounds. “We have a waiting list of people wanting to work for us and our issue is providing employment for everyone. This grant will allow us to continue to grow to meet that demand,” Mr Dauncey said. “We know that there is a need for social enterprises like Yarra View Nursery. There are so many people with disabilities who would love a job if given the opportunity. Liberal Member for Casey, Tony Smith said Knoxbrooke are making a practical difference in people’s lives.

Worker's at Knoxbrooke's Yarra View Nursery in Mount Evelyn. “Knoxbrooke’s Yarra View Nursery in Mount Evelyn is doing some great work. It is exciting they’re looking to expand,“ he said. According to Mr Dauncey, the grant was

quite challenging to apply for but Knoxbrooke was pleased to find out they had been successful in receiving the funding. “We will now work with Social Ventures

Australia and potential funders and philanthropists to explore what else we can do to provide further employment opportunities in the nursery space,” Mr Dauncey said.

History books reveal a dark day for Monbulk ‘Homes and schools destroyed. Settler’s wife in danger’ were the headlines in Melbourne’s The Argus newspaper after a fire swept through Monbulk on 5 February 1913. On ‘Black Tuesday’ the Monbulk Village Settlement was scorched and blasted from end to end within the space of a few hours. The fire started from South Wandin and was driven by the fierce north wind right through to The Patch. The first home to catch fire was Dr McColl’s, but in a short space of time the houses of D. Hill, W. Nolan, Mrs Stanton, Gagg, T. Gay, Ward, J. Foster, F. Stewart (two houses), Currie, McKellar, James, Coombe, Blair and White were completely destroyed. The McCarthy and Prior properties were also partly destroyed. Mr Nugent, President of the Ferntree Gully Shire, lost fencing and two outbuildings. At 4 o’clock, while most of the residents were fighting to save their dwellings, the fire

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Monbulk Historical Society president swept around Mr. Roberts’ residence and the Mechanics’ Institute caught fire. In a short time it was a smouldering ruin, and it looked as if Nation’s Store, opposite, would be ignited, but with plentiful supply of water the firefighters saved it. For 15 years the settlers have been working to liquidate the debt on the Mechanics’ Institute and since that was accomplished a piano was bought.

SNIPPETS Free drop-in IT sessions The Monbulk Community Hub will host free drop-in IT sessions for seniors every Friday in March, 10am-12pm at the Monbulk Community Hub. Registration is not required. Assistance with computer, laptop, tablet or iPad and smartphone use is provided by the Rotary Club Of Monbulk and District.

1812 Theatre 1812 Theatre presents the delightful play, On Golden Pond. The Theatre is located at 3 Rose Street Upper Ferntree Gully with shows from Wednesday-Sunday until 14 March. Tickets are $27 including complementary sparkling wine and supper. Bookings: 9758 3964 or www.1812theatre.com.au. Visit the 1812 Theatre website for all upcoming attractions including Silent movie Gold Rush with Charlie Chaplin accompanied by a live jazz band on 22 March.

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The building was insured for £350. Its loss was a great blow to the district. The seven-roomed residence of the State school teacher, Mr. Gregory, adjoined the Mechanics’ Institute, and was destroyed with the State school. The properties, worth over £1,000, will be a total loss, as the Department does not insure its buildings. Mr and Mrs Gagg, who lived on a ten acre allotment, had a tragic experience. Their house caught fire and seeing that it was impossible to save it, Mr Gagg, left his wife behind, released the two horses, and rushed off to the township, half a mile away, to get help. During his absence the fire swept behind him, and for three hours it was impossible for him to get back to his home. His terrified wife thought that he had been caught in the flames. She was horrified to see the flames leaping towards the dense rasp-

berry plantation, in which the two horses had trotted for shelter. In a few minutes, she saw them roasted to death, and the fire swept towards the outbuildings and demolished them in a few minutes. The residence of the forest ranger, Mr O’Donohue, overlooking The Patch where most of the houses were burnt, said that at 9 o’clock the whole valley appeared to be a mass of flames. The two roads leading to the township were both blocked with fallen logs. At 9pm the fire was heading in the direction of South Sassafras (now Kallista) when there was a change of wind. Settlers were kept in fear until midnight when the rain came and the danger was past. The State School, Mechanics’ Institute, about 20 houses, and some bridges had been reduced to smoking ruins.

CARTOON will be held at Upwey South Tennis Club on 18 March. Off the back of last year’s success, Extreme Tennis will again bring an action-packed tennis tour around the North Island of New Zealand from the 6-20 December. The tour caters for all standards and players. Children will play in main draw, consolation and consolation plate events as well as offering cultural and friendship opportunities with fellow-minded peers. For further details and itinerary, visit www. extremetennis.com.au/?p=2557. Those interested can attend the information night to hear more about last year’s participants and their experiences. RSVP is not essential but interest can be registered by contacting contactus@extremetennis.com.au.

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HERB & CHILLI FESTIVAL 2020

Festival adds some spice The Herb and Chilli Festival is a must attend event on Melbourne’s food and wine calendar that is bound to add some kick to your autumn day out. Established by long term residents and nursery operators Clive and Di Larkman and family, the Herb and Chilli Festival brings the heat to Wandin every year in celebration of the range of herbs, chillies and other edibles grown under the Renaissance Herbs’ brand. The two day celebration showcases herbs and chillis in food, drinks, sauces, plants and the cultures associated with cuisines that focus on spice and flavour. There are over 90 vendors at the festival showcasing dishes from over 15 different cuisines, stages with music and cooking, cultural dance troupes, a competition stage with Hellfire Chicken Wing Challenge, Captain Chilli and other challenges such as the Ausralian Chilli Cook-Off. Public tastings will be available as well as a voting process for winners of each competition. Funds rasied from the Cook-Off and other donations from the fesitval are going to be donated to Seville CFA. Entry and entertainment is free for children under 14. Entertainment includes jumping castles, face painting, pony rides and an animal farm, with the Australian band Psycho Zydecho performing this year.A range of boutique beer, local wine, coffee, the ‘world’s hottest dimmies’ and products from Australia’s favourite hot sauce companies will be available. Other products available include spice blends, jam, jerky, chocolate, deserts, nuts and fresh fruit ice cream to name a few. Each year, the festival showcases new chilli products to stimulate and challenge those

daring enough to try. Renaissance Herbs has a wide range of chilli plants as well as a full display of their regular herb and edibles selection. Held on a picturesque property with views

of the valley, the atmosphere and music at the Herb and Chilli Festival is bound to get toes tapping while the food and drink satisfy the taste buds, providing for an enjoyable autumn

day with family and friends. For discounted tickets and a free festival hat tickets can be purchased online at: www.herbchillifestival.com.au

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IMMACULATE HOME, STUNNING COTTAGE SITUATED in a private court, this exceptionally neat, well presented family home has a separate two bedroom home top of the range from Premier Granny Flats - perfect for large families or extended family members. The fully detached two bedroom home, only two years old, has a delightful country character style and offers an expansive and open plan living dining area, full kitchen with pantry and ample bench space, two generous robed bedrooms and a sizable combined bathroom/laundry. This impressive dwelling features double glazed windows, split system heating/ cooling and quality window furnishings. The perfect retirement for the parents, teenagers or in-laws! Upon entry into the main residence you get the wonderful sense of space and lightness with the white skillion ceilings, neutral tones, polished floorboards and large windows. Featuring a second large living room with a cosy open fire place there is gas ducted heating throughout for climate

comfort during the cooler months. The well-appointed kitchen features a large window and sliding doors that overlook the rear yard and paved covered pergola for entertaining. Four robed bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom and generous laundry and there is an added study nook (which could easily convert to a powder room), away from the living zone. Other features include a double carport, fully fenced yard, long east facing verandah to capture the morning sun, secure rear parking/access and a large single garage with a workshop space and a storage room. Located in a quiet, private, court location just a short walk from the Avonsleigh Store, Bam Bam restaurant, schools, public transport and local vet, this home with stunning dual accommodation of this quality and location is a rarity and will impress. Call Samantha Scott on 0438 680 032 to arrange a private inspection today. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 5 Andrew Court, EMERALD, VIC 3782 Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 study, 3 garage Price: $815,000 - $895,000 Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032, BELL REAL ESTATE EMERALD

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 14 Woodland Grove, SELBY, VIC 3159 Description: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 garage Price: $760,000 - $830,000 Inspect: Contact agent Contact: Grant Skipsey 0418 528 102 and Aidan Skipsey 0417 369 888, RANGES FIRST NATIONAL - 9754 6111 12443219-DL10-20

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LAYING OUT THE NEW CARPET UPWEY Community Bank branch manager Abigael Jamieson and senior group manager Mike Fleming from the Dandenong Ranges Community Bank Group visited the Upwey Belgrave RSL last week to check out their new carpet. RSL senior vice-president Anthony Stewart welcomed Abi and Mike to view the new carpet which had been funded by the Upwey Community Bank Branch. “The building has recently undergone restumping and the carpet is the icing on the cake. We think it makes a big difference to mailcommunity.com.au

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the ambiance of the building. It’s nice and fresh,” Mr Stewart said. Mr Fleming said that maintaining buildings like the one occupied by the RSL was ongoing. “We are happy to assist on this occasion as the Upwey Belgrave RSL is a great venue where community meet, eat and are entertained,” he said. “The venue has served this community well over the years and its good to be able to give back and know that many people will benefit.” ●

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7 Carramar Crescent, Belgrave

24 Gordon Grove, Menzies Creek

9 Emerald Monbulk Road, Emerald

POTENTIAL PLUS ON 2373m2 APPROX.

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GUIDE $930,000 - $990,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Gayle Barrot 0408 195 767 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522

GUIDE $820,000-$890,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522

16/11 Westlands Road, Emerald

28 Victoria Avenue, Monbulk

566 Paternoster Road, Mount Burnett

CENTRAL EMERALD LIFESTYLE UNIT

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GUIDE $730,000 - $780,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522

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18 Kitchener Road, TECOMA MODERN LiViNG iN iDEAL LOcATiON!

$695,000 - $760,000 3A 2B 1C

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$590,000 - $640,000

29 Kaola Street, BELGRAVE

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cENTRAL, STYLiSh, AND SUPERb TREETOP ViEwS

beautifully updated both inside and out, this stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home will impress on every level. Open plan in design and with stunning floorboards running throughout, there is so much to love about this property. A large spacious lounge and dining room looks out across the nearby hills whilst allowing plenty of natural sunlight to stream through. The kitchen is modern with stainless steel appliances and connects easily to the meals and home office area. The convenience of multiple split systems for heating and cooling combines perfectly with the cool fresh breeze that the hills provides and gives year round comfort.

Enjoy beautiful treetop views from the elevated aspect of this stylishly updated home. The lounge with wood fire, dining area with rear deck outlooks, and galley kitchen with SS appliances boast beautiful floorboards and vertical shiplap accents that bring character into this charming home. The sunlit bedrooms are accompanied by a modern main bath with custom timber floating vanity and walk-in rain shower. with featured extras including gas ducted heating, split system heating/cooling, and a double garage for convenience, this central residence is rich with style and ready for new owners to call it home.

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15 Belbrook Road, UPWEY

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248 Olinda-Monbulk Road, MONBULK

VAcANT LAND wiTh PLANNiNG PERMiT!

A wONDERFUL PROPERTY AT JUST ThE RiGhT PRicE

The perfect block for a brand new tree change family home awaits! A rarity in Upwey, this sizeable block is situated on the high side of a tranquil no-through-road, providing stunning views and full immersion in the native flora and fauna that make this part of Melbourne so magical. wake up to the sounds of native birds serenading you each morning as the sun rises over the ranges and breathe in the fresh air on the mountain, all from your front doorstep. idyllically positioned at the gateway to the serene Dandenong Ranges with the famous 1000 Steps Kokoda Track Memorial walk just down the road and within close proximity of both Upwey and Upper Ferntree Gully’s schools, shops and train stations.

Situated in an outstanding location, only a short walk to Monbulks main street, local buses, schools and sporting facilities, this fantastic home will provide you with all you need to enjoy your ideal family lifestyle. Set on almost ½ an acre of gorgeous gardens, the home consists of 3 bedrooms – the main bedroom being superior in size, large main bathroom, spacious kitchen with 900ml oven and cook top plus granite benches and a huge lounge room where there is more than enough room for all of your family and friends.

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108 Olinda Monbulk Road Olinda

$1,160,000 - $1,276,000

70 Olinda Monbulk Road Olinda

Large Scale Hills Living

Exquisite Living in Exclusive Location

This immaculate character home has been meticulously maintained for family living whilst retaining the property’s authentic period charm. Showcasing an abundance of space, the property combines ornate features, dado panelling, stained glass windows and a classic design throughout that caters for social families looking to upsize to a more substantial home in a magniicent hills setting on over an acre. Highlights include two large living areas on the irst loor, open ireplace, open plan kitchen with stone benches, master with ENS and huge undercover alfresco deck. Downstairs is a huge rumpus zone/studio, under-house storage/workshop and a fully self-contained hub with its own entrance featuring a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living area. Also features double garage, double carport and three driveway entrances.

Intelligently positioned to sweep up the natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges and satisfy the entire family with options for entertainment and lifestyle, this exquisitely renovated residence is a design masterpiece of grand proportions. Boasting an exclusive and rare combination of convenient and private location, substantial living and lovely peaceful acreage (1.67 acres), no expense has been spared to provide the perfect balance between comfortable living and elegant lifestyle, and with the inest of upgrades complete, there’s nothing left to do but move in and embrace the epitome of hills living. Highlights include six bedrooms, two bathrooms, two powder rooms, three living zones, home ofice, gourmet kitchen, wood ire, alfresco entertaining terrace, double garage, double shed/workshop and landscaped gardens.

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

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

122 Moxhams Road Monbulk

$890,000-$979,000

1438 Mt Dandenong Trst Rd Mt Dandenong

Cedar Lodge

Cambridge Mews

This character illed home will provide you with a lifestyle where kids can play outdoors. Off a quiet lane, surrounded by nature & set on approx.1 acre surrounded by established gardens, pathways, paved seating area, & fruit trees. Internally, this tri-level home offers 4 bedrooms, master suite on its own private level with ENS, bay window & WIR. Living areas create ample space to relax with 3 separate zones. The main lounge provides access via multi-fold doors to the deck, shaded by a beautiful tri-colour Beech tree. The heart of the home is the Tasmanian Oak kitchen with leadlight cupboard doors & granite benchtops, Franke black fragranite sink, Belling 90 cm range with 3 ovens, Smeg DW & loads of cupboard space. Ducted heating runs throughout the residence along with multiple split systems & Heat Charm wood burner.

Hidden beyond the security gate & established garden is the lovely ‘Cambridge Mews’. Recently renovated throughout to create a contemporary feel, & offering 4 bedrooms (3 with ensuites), plus 3 separate living zones. The timber kitchen focuses around an AGA stove with gas cooktop extension, American Oak timber cabinets, ASKO DW & butlers sink overlooking the rear yard featuring a beautiful walnut tree. Ironbark timber loors low throughout the lounge & dining room, complementing the feel of the home. Additional features include: GDH, Split systems, Remote security gate & camera, storage shed with concrete loor, sealed driveway, water tank with pump for the garden & double garage. Cambridge Mews has dual road access (enter via Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd) & is walking distance to shops, transport & hills cafes.

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

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

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$675,000 - $745,000

Asking $420,000

Lot 41 Durban Rd Emerald

This Family Home Ticks All The Boxes!

Land opportunity

Family home in prime court location close to all that Gembrook has to offer. Family friendly loor plan, 3 BDRs (4th option), 9” ceilings & zoned living. Large open plan kitchen, living room, dining area, theatre room, rumpus room & study. Includes GDH, S/S, large private front deck complete with a spa, fully fenced yard, sealed driveway, landscaped gardens, garden shed, kids cubby & DBL carport.

An excellent opportunity exists to build your dream in one of Emerald’s most desirable locations. This generous ¼ acre block is within walking distance to local shops and schools, although the established gardens give the impression of being a million miles away. Complete with an existing bungalow, this property is already the perfect hideaway.

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

34 Second Avenue Cockatoo

$680,000 - $720,000

23 Devon Avenue Cockatoo

$740,000 - $790,000

Space and Versatility For Family Living!

Character, Comfort & Convenience on 1 Acre!

5 BDR family home on 1/2 acre block. Light illed living zone & a dedicated meals area, contemporary kitchen, 2nd living area & Master BDR with WIR & ensuite. Covered paved area/carport, 2nd DBL carport, massive 6 car garage with a concrete loor, power, water, WFH & toilet. This home offers so much space & versatility to adapt to family needs & is located conveniently close to Cockatoo & Emerald townships.

Privately located on a sealed road just a short stroll from the Cockatoo township. This home features 3 spacious robed bedrooms, the Master with walk in robe & ensuite, 2 living areas and open plan kitchen/family room. The enormous deck, perfect for entertaining overlooks a solar heated pool and garden views over the acre block. Plenty of under house storage.

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

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18 Garden Street Cockatoo

18 Glen Road Cockatoo

$560,000 - $615,000

$720,000 - $790,000

Calling irst home buyers and down sizers!

Your private sanctuary awaits!

This elevated log cabin in a great location comprises 3 bedrooms, spacious lounge and meals area, good sized workable kitchen and front and rear covered decks, making it an entertainers delight. Underneath the home you’ll ind good storage space and a workshop with 3 phase power, or a second living area, perfect for the growing family or handyman!

Nestled in a quiet but convenient location of Cockatoo, this family home ticks all the boxes. Set on 1 & ¼ acre, the brick veneer residence has 4 bedrooms, master with robes, ensuite and private courtyard access, 2 living areas, dedicated dining room, and undercover entertaining area. Outside, there is a double carport, powered work shed and open storage area.

Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032

Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820

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Owned by one family for over 60 years! This 2.41 hectare property with amazing panoramic views, offers a recently fully renovated home featuring a ‘WOW’ factor kitchen with Butler’s pantry, discreet european laundry, refrigerated cooling & ducted heating, 4 paddocks, various shedding, chook pen, bore water, veggie patch and an orchard. This truly is a lifestyle property, located on a sealed road just a short distance to the local townships of emerald & Cockatoo. Sound fabulous? Wait till you see it!

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dating back to the early 1900s and abutting the iconic Cloudehill, this original homestead of Hill pioneers Ted and Iris Woolrich, is set amongst near to ive acres of trees & bushes, some of which are over 100 years old. It includes both a superb residence and Woolrich retreat - a 4½ star B&B with a sizeable income in an art deco inspired cottage. This property could also suit two families coming together, as the main residence offers plenty of room for one family and the cottage would suit grandparents or older children.

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Situated on a quiet road only a short distance to Oficer & Berwick, this magniicent 5 acres offers the lot & includes a self contained unit on the upper level with its own deck. The stunning gardens are the result of 25 years work, with many varieties of established trees & plants, an amazing pond, fruit trees and many nooks and crannies to enjoy the peace and quiet. The property is set up for the horse enthusiast with a round yard, menage, 2 stables, a tack room, 4 paddocks, a large 4 car garage and a carport.

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With Pufing Billy chugging past on the rear boundary, it just adds to the ambience of this lovely character home which is perfectly located just a stroll away from the vibrant township of emerald. Set over two levels this home features a studio, formal living space, an informal family room, kitchen, ensuite master and a study on the upper level & 2 further bedrooms and bathroom/laundry combo on the lower level, large covered rear deck, well-established trees all on just over a 1/4 acre with future subdivision potential (STCa)

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Summer Music Series bows out By Jonathon McQuie Local folk-pop trio Parkville are set to headline this weekend's free Lake Side Sounds concert at Emerald Lake Park. The band, which hails from the Dandenong Ranges, recently supported Kodaline during their 2019 tour in Melbourne. Parkville will be supported by local artist Sage Mim at the concert on Sunday 1 March, which marks the last of three shows by Cardinia Shire Council and 3MDR 97.1fm. The series kicked off on 2 February with a performance from the Cardinia Civic Concert Band. Sunday's event begins at noon at the park's bandstand, and is free to enter. In the event of a Code Red or Extreme Fire Danger Rating, as declared by the CFA, the park will be closed and the event cancelled. For more information, contact Emerald Lake Park on 1300 131 683.

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Shakespearean laughs for finale By Romy Stephens The Summer Twilight Series at Cloudehill Gardens will come to an end this weekend as OZACT brings Shakespeare to the stage. Celebrating 25 years of producing Shakespeare outdoors, the theatre company will return to Cloudehill to perform Twelfth Night. It is a moving kaleidoscope of mistaken identities, larger than life characters, highly charged situations, swashbuckling duels and flashing wit. OZACT was founded over two decades ago by Bruce Widdop, who had a dream to combine Shakespeare's greatest works with Australia's love for the great outdoors. "It started 25 years ago to make Shakespeare accessible, understandable and entertaining to Australian audiences particularly in Victoria and south eastern Australia," Mr Widdop said. "It's to give people in regional areas the chance to experience Shakespeare." Mr Widdop said the company performs outdoors to create an informal, personal and interactive environment. He added that it was an incredible feeling to have experienced so much success over the years. "It's very satisfying to hear the responses that are still so powerful after 25 years of performance, we manage to touch the hearts of many people," he said. "They keep coming back to our productions and bringing friends that haven't seen our shows. "It keeps getting more and more popular." OZACT has performed over 50 seasons of Shakespeare and over 400 performances in over 23 different locations. This year marks the 11th year the company has been performing at Cloudehill Gardens. Mr Widdop said the beautiful setting at Cloudehill makes for an incredible Shakespeare experience. "It's a fabulous garden setting. When we first started doing shows in garden settings mailcommunity.com.au

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Invisible Man’s quality clear to see The Invisible Man Starring Elisabeth Moss and Oliver JacksonCohen Rated MA15+

The gardens at Cloudehill make for an incredible Shakespeare setting. they were to suit some of his (Shakespeare's) mansion comedies that are set in mansion settings," he said. "Then we looked for appropriate garden settings because in fabulous garden settings you can believe that you're at the homestead of a duke or countess as in Twelfth Night. "So before the show at Cloudehill and after the show in the interval they (audiences) can wander about the whole garden and take in that as being part of the play." OZACT will perform Twelfth Night on 7 and 8 March from 5pm-8pm at Cloudehill Gardens, Olinda. For more information, visit www.cloudehill. com.au or www.ozact.com.

Audiences enjoy the Summer Twilight Series at Cloudehill Gardens.

A taut, ingenious remake of the 1933 original, The Invisible Man is a masterwork of tight plotting and subtle, escalating dread. After escaping her abusive relationship, Cecilia (Elisabeth Moss) begins to suspect that her ex-husband Adrian (Oliver JacksonCohen) has rendered himself invisible to torment her. Moss delivers a riveting performance of tenacity and desperation, and writer-director Leigh Whannell plants us firmly in Cecilia’s frantic perspective. Almost every scene feels claustrophobic, with the camera itself taking on a menacing aura as the eyes of a predator. As disturbing clues fall into place, the film is made all the more excruciatingly tense by Cecilia’s (and our) powerlessness: we know that an invisible Adrian is abusing Cecilia, but she cannot prove it, and we can do nothing as Adrian’s cruelty and manipulation intensify and Cecilia’s family and friends reject her. The sparse, harsh sound design and Benjamin Wallfisch’s droning electronic score amplify the film’s stressful atmosphere. The technological source of Adrian’s invisibility feels very plausible, and his unseen sadism functions as a stark allegory for the hidden abuse within many outwardly stable relationships. A timely, harrowing update of a classic tale, The Invisible Man is the first great horror movie of the 2020s. - Seth Lukas Hynes Tuesday, 3 March, 2020

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Newbies face off in finals By Richard Millott Two new teams will face off in the qualifying final in Norm Reeves, whilst old foes take part in a sudden death playoff as Norm Reeves Shield action concluded for Season 2019/20. Lysterfield celebrated their promotion season by claiming the minor premiership in a performance over Upper Ferntree Gully at Park Ridge. With the Beavers batting first, it was Anthony Brolic (44) and Nathan Walsh (80) who lifted the home team into a strong position with 210 on the board, despite Tom Roleff claiming 3/28 for the Kings. In reply, Corey Williams (45) and Jay Collee (40) were the key contributors for the Kings however the dominance of Harrison Carter claimed 5/17 to dismiss Upper Ferntree Gully for 167. Lysterfield will now host the qualifying final against Knox Gardens next week. The season is over for Upper Ferntree Gully as they prepare to play in Decoite Shield next season. Knox Gardens made a bold statement ahead of the finals, securing the double chance in convincing style against Belgrave after a Pete Dunlop century. Earlier, the Association’s leading run scorer Aaron Brunner returned to the scoresheet in a big way for the Pies, reaching 108 and his fifth century for the season to help Belgrave to 6/187. Brunner ends the year on 702 runs at an average of 70.20. In reply, Pete Dunlop was the main man for the Falcons notching up 103 not out. Matt Bell scored 59 as the visitors chased their way to a nine wicket victory at 1/188.

Knoxfield ensured they would be hosting next week’s elimination final following victory over Ferntree Gully Footballers at Picketts Reserve. The Griffens won the toss and elected to bat first, starting well before a flurry of wickets left the home team at 3/39. Liam Hunt was able to reignite the middle order, carding 11 fours and a six on his way to 81 as the Griffens posted 8/185. The Knights started well with Adith Sundaresh (44) starting the innings well before skipper Zac Wilson hit a 59-ball 69, which included four fours and five sixes on the way to the Knights winning score of 5/186. It was a batting type of day at Batterham Park as The Basin secured the points over Johnson Park in a close finish. Asked to bat first, the Bears well steered well by Scott Vozzo (70) at the top of the order, with a number of starts guiding The Basin to 9/220. The Sharks were able to provide plenty of fight, with Steve Devenish (43) and Liyan De Silva (45) took them to 2/92. Andrew Devenish (40) continued at the top of the order, however the Bears were to fight back with the ball to deny the Sharks, with Joey Hawke (3/47) the pick as Johnson Park were dismissed for 213. Eildon Park have prevailed in a relatively low scoring affair against Upwey at Eildon Parade. Kyle Snyman (3/15 off 8 overs) claimed wickets as part of a resolute Tiger effort, restricting runs to put the Panthers at 5/44. Wickets were shared around whilst keeping the home team at bay, dismissing them for 126 in the 38 over.

Early breakthroughs had the visitors on the back foot early at 2/3, before Jarrod Hicks chucked a spanner into the mix for the Tigers hopes, claiming 5/14 from 7.1 overs to bundle the visitors out for 82 to end the season. It was a day of high drama in Decoite Shield, with Rowville pipping South Belgrave at the line to claim the last finals spot right at the finish. At HV Jones, Mountain Gate’s late season resurgence claimed another victim with South Belgrave in early trouble at 3/10. A brief fightback from the visitors got them to 3/52 before Shaun Morris asserted the Gators control of the match, claiming 5/11 from his 7.4 overs. This triggered South to fall with just 69 runs on the board. The low total saw the Gators pass during the 23 over, with South gaining some crucial wickets beforehand at 4/75. Concurrently, Rowville’s finals chances were on the line with events at HV Jones, with the Hawks needing to win and make up 0.08% in their encounter with St Johns Tecoma at Talaskia Reserve. Alex Walker (34) and Jai Van Der Wert (45) were away early with the score at 3/89, before some late innings scoring from Chanaka Gunawardana (41) and Monto Perera (35) took the score to 8/222. At the innings change, Aaron Grenda was the pick of the Saints bowlers with 3/55. The Saints were right in the mix early with Kyle Chandler (34) and Jake Sali (45) bringing the Saints to 2/131, with Tyson Smith (45) adding further towards the scorecard. However, Alex Walker bowled the Hawks into the finals, claiming 5/28 to dismiss the Saints for 193.

The result was significant, with the percentage built up compounded by results at HV Jones saw Rowville into the finals by 0.03%. Positions remained unchanged between Ferntree Gully and Knox Gardens after both teams played out a tie at Knox Gardens Reserve. The ball triumphed over the bat during Ferntree Gully’s innings, with Spencer Stuckey (3/14) and Matthew Young (3/28) the pick of the bowling for the Falcons to dismiss the visitors for 109. In reply, the Falcons were away at 0/30 from eight overs before Nick Woods (3/17) helped the Blues start with the ball. The match teetered on the edge with the Falcons at 9/94, before some lower-order heroics edged the score towards the target. With the scores level, the Blues struck again, with Knox Gardens finishing at 109 also. The result sees Ferntree Gully confirm the double chance, whilst Knox Gardens will return next week to host the elimination final. Meanwhile, Monbulk secured the minor premiership with a win over Olinda. Asked to bat first, the Hawks started well with the score at 1/68. Justin Creed teamed up with Braden Taeuber for a 113-run partnership, with Creed dismissed for 105. Some late-innings runs came to Taeuber, ending at 53 not out with the Hawks at 4/203. In reply, Josh Langer (47) again was the lead for the Bloods, however performances from Craig Broekhof (5/25 from eight overs) and Shane Cosstick (3/9 from 5.2 overs) saw the Hawks dismiss the hosts for 130.

Players are prepared for a ‘vicious’ day of footy By Jed Lanyon Some of the great football and netball characters of the Yarra Valley came together for a wonderful cause as the Valley Vicious Rett Awareness returned to Healesville Sporting Complex on Saturday 29 February. The event was dedicated to banding together as a community with the purpose of fighting and raising funds for the devastating disease that is Rett Syndrome. The All-Star netball clash kicked off the proceedings, before the Valley Vicious ladies games featuring all-stars from around the valley playing off against Healesville’s senior women’s premiership team took place. Healesville suffered their first ever defeat as a team at the hands of the all-stars, having previously enjoyed an undefeated season. Event organiser Lee Lawrence was confident that they would reach their fundraising goal of $50,000 for Rett Syndrome Awareness. “We haven’t quite counted it all up yet, but we’re definitely on mark to beat it,” he said. “It was a really fantastic day all round, plenty of people showed up in great spirit.” The night’s main event featured the Valley Vicious All Stars, who defeated the Valley Vicious Vets All Stars. Check out Star Mail photographer, Greg Carrick’s best photos from the day.

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Match cliff-hanger By Eric Markham On Saturday Monbulk 1 travelled to Mooroolbark needing to win to ensure a place in the finals and it turned out to be a cliff hanger. Brian Smith's rink gave his opposition a start and were 12 shots down with four ends to play. They then finished strongly to go down 23 to 19. Richard Cookson's rink led by eight shots after 11 ends. They maintained this advantage to win 26 to 16. Geoff Petersen's rink struggled to stay in touch for most of the game and went down 25 to 10. Andrew Bell's rink won a majority of ends and needed four shots to give the team overall victory with two ends to play. They won three shots and the match ended in a tie at 76 shots each. Bell's rink won 21 to 12. Monbulk are clinging to fourth place and must win well next week to make the finals. Monbulk 2 dominated their match against Ringwood at home to win 112 to 44 and maintain their position at the top of the ladder. Graeme Goller's rink kept the pressure up all day to win 29 to 9. Eric Furby's rink was rarely troubled winning 33 to 11. Norma Clerke's rink picked up a number of multiples to win 27 to 9. Case Broekhof's rink had a close battle for most of the game, but pulled away over the last few ends to win 23 to 15. On Tuesday Monbulk 1 travelled to Heathmont hoping to consolidate their position in the top four. After a slow start on two rinks they grabbed the momentum and went on to record victory, 73 to 39. Richard Cookson's rink were five shots behind early, but then took control to win 30 to 14.

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Josh Engwerda in action for Monbulk. Eric Markham's rink lost the first two ends, but then won the next eight ends to lead by 10 shots. They then scored some multiples in the back half to win by 26 to 8. Andrew Bell's rink led by six shots after five ends. They then had a close battle with scores level a number of times, finishing up in a tie at 17 shots each. Monbulk 2 played away at Bennettswood in what proved to be a tough encounter. Graeme Goller's rink led at the lunch break by one shot. However, they won only one more end to lose 26 to 11. Eric Furby's rink was level with their opponents after six ends, but won only four more ends to lose 29 to 10. Klaus Eisele's rink trailed by 14 shots after

eight ends, but they then lifted their game to draw within three shots. After dropping a five they lost 25 to 16. Monbulk 2 lost the overall 37 to 80. Monbulk 3 played Heatherdale at home which turned into a thrilling contest. Alan Hamilton's rink kept in touch for most of the game and went down 18 to 14. Ray Pike's rink started well, but then lost the momentum to be five shots down at lunch. They then dropped a couple of clangers in the back half to lose by 26 to 13. Mike Harris's rink had a great game winning 14 ends and grabbing a few multiples to win 30 to 12. This gave the side victory on the overall, 57 to 56.

With the final round of home and away games now finished, Monbulk Cricket Club is looking towards finals with great anticipation with the 1’s, 2’s and 3’s all finishing on the top of the ladder. The 1’s will host their semi-final at the Monbulk Cricket Ground, while the 2’s and 3’s will host their semi-finals at neutral venues. Decoite: Monbulk 4/203 (J.Creed 105, B.Taeuber 53*) beat Olinda 10/130 (J.Langer 47, C.Broekhof (5/25) Div 4: Monbulk 8/125 (D Robb 3/26) beat St Johns 7/124 Div 5: Rowville 66 beat Monbulk 5/221 (J.Simmonds 48, B.Brockwell 50, S.Utting 57) Div 8: Silvan 9/172 (P.Jones 47, D.Jackson 3/24) beat Monbulk 9/109 (S.Abbott 30, L.Kelly 34, T.Martin 4/18) Under 16s: Monbulk 6/118 (W.Copelin 41, E.Blenkiron 21) beat St Johns 7/102 (A.McDonald 2/11) Under 14s: The Basin 9/95 (J.Defina 3/17, L.McDonald 3/11, F.Burns 2/7) beat Monbulk 10/83 (G.Ryan 25, T.Mackay 26) Under 13s: Ferntree Gully Footballers 3/145 (L.McIntosh 2/14) beat Monbulk 6/109 (C.Hooper 44) Under 12s: NSA Fast 9s: Monbulk 3/89 (B.Trinnick 18*, O.Sufrin - Jamieson 17) beat The Basin 3/6 (A.Sutton 1/12, A.Ploeg 1/8) Super 7s: The Basin v Monbulk - Match Abandoned

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