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Controversial developer was "the most difficult" to deal with, according to Casey Council CEO Glenn Patterson. INSET: John Woodman with Sam Aziz in an IBAC surveillance photo. had “already” indicated that two planning officers were “on the way out”. They were indeed later dismissed, Ms Schutz later told IBAC. In a tapped call with Mr Woodman on 21 December 2018, Ms Schutz told of Mr Wyatt having a cup of coffee with Mr Patterson, in which they allegedly talked about Pavilion Estate.

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Regarding the Pavilion Estate, Mr Patterson had said he wasn’t at Casey at the time but criticised his planning staff for not being able to “argue anything”, according to Ms Schutz.

Mr Patterson had reportedly said he’d look at the “FOI matter” in which Mr Woodman and Ms Schutz was seeking information on Casey’s

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Casey chief executive Glenn Patterson has told an IBAC hearing that developer John Woodman and his planning consultant Megan Schutz were “the most difficult” for council planning staff to deal with.

On 4 March, Mr Patterson said the pair had been nominated “in terms of behaviour, style and a poor method of engagement”.

It was in contrast to the “extremely professional” development “community” generally around Casey.

Mr Patterson said Mr Woodman had been serving a three-month ban from contacting council officers as a result.

It had been handed down by interim CEO Steve Dalton and was lifted after a threemonth review under Mr Patterson’s tenure.

The day before, IBAC heard a tapped phone call between Mr Woodman and Ms Schutz bragging of a “strong connection” with Mr Patterson. Ms Schutz on 8 October, 2018, described Mr Patterson’s decisive response after a Casey planning officer had reorganised a meeting with her.

Mr Patterson, formerly CEO of Yarra Ranges and Baw Baw councils, had started in the role less than a month earlier.

“Within two hours Glenn Patterson had obviously intervened and, basically bashed (the officer) over the head and fixed another meeting with the right people at the meeting,” Ms Schutz told Mr Woodman.

Earlier Mr Woodman told her of the “strong connection between Glenn (Patterson) and you (Megan Schutz) and Andrew Wyatt (from developer Blueways) and Heath (Woodman, who is John’s son)”.

Ms Schutz replied: “Well, they, they know about the strong connection now because (the officer) got absolutely bashed over the head.

“So he has obviously went straight over, said what the f*** is this about?”

She told Mr Woodman that Mr Patterson

staff complaints against the developer and who leaked them to The Age newspaper. At the time, Mr Woodman threatened defamation action against The Age, IBAC heard. “(If) my officers leaked material and I f***ing find out about it they’ll be f***ing fired, was what he said,” Ms Schutz told Mr Woodman.

In the call, Ms Schutz referred to an arranged meeting between Mr Patterson and Mr Woodman being set for 7 January, 2019. Then councillor Geoff Ablett had highly praised Mr Woodman to Mr Patterson, according to Ms Schutz.

In his IBAC evidence, Mr Patterson said he’d long known Mr Wyatt, who had been a development consultant on projects in the Shire of Yarra Ranges. He was an “acquaintance” who he’d also met with while at Casey.

Mr Patterson said Mr Wyatt, who he assumed was acting as a development consultant, hadn’t raised with him any of the planning issues of interest to IBAC – Amendment C219, the H3 intersection or Pavilion Estate.

But Mr Wyatt was interested in how Casey’s planning department would improve.

Mr Patterson told the hearing he knew of Mr Wyatt’s “partnership” with Wolfdene.

In separate evidence, Ms Schutz said Mr Wyatt’s employer Blueways often worked with Wolfdene - run by Mr Woodman’s son Heath on projects.

As part of starting at Casey, Mr Patterson said he consulted up to 500 people, including developers Leighton and Dacland – but not Woodman-linked companies Wolfdene and Watsons.

He said he first met Ms Schutz in late 2018, who criticised between six to 10 planning staff.

About two-to-three of them lost their jobs, Mr Patterson told IBAC. Mr Patterson said he’d also informed Mr Wyatt of staff departures after the affected staff were notified.

More on the IBAC hearings on pages 2-4

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IBAC HEARING

SWCRAG run by ‘lobbyist’

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Save Cranbourne West Residents Action Group leader Ray Walker said he didn’t declare to his members all of the paid work he did for property developer John Woodman, an IBAC Operation Sandon hearing has been told.

In what he conceded was a conflict of interest, Mr Walker represented the community group on planning issues like the H3 intersection and Amendment C219 in which Mr Woodman had a direct interest.

Mr Walker had performed up to five paid jobs for Mr Woodman such as $5000 a month for land sales reports, $2500 a month for Hall Road advocacy to politicians and $2500 for market research.

Counsel assisting IBAC, Michael Tovey, told Mr Walker he had “sold” his name as SCWRAG’S leader.

IBAC Commissioner Robert Redlich said the right course would have been to withdraw from SCWRAG on accepting the consultancies.

“If I had an outside income I certainly would have,” Mr Walker said.

“We’re not kids anymore and we needed an income.”

Mr Redlich noted there had been a “succession” of witnesses who had financial needs satisfied by Mr Woodman.

Said to be the “creature of developers”, SCWRAG was incorporated with no bank account, no income, and many members “making up the numbers”.

Mr Walker conceded that not all of its purported 1100 members were active.

Indeed he only had email contact details for up to 600 members, he said.

SCWRAG's Ray Walker with his group behind him in 2015. 146818 When a Consumer Affairs Victoria notice informed the group its annual financial statement was overdue, the notice was forwarded

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to planning consultant Megan Schutz - who had set up the group.

“We have no finances within the structure,”

Mr Walker wrote to Ms Schutz on 31 August 2018.

The group operated “loosely” due to time constraints, with “members who just make up the numbers”, he wrote.

Mr Walker told IBAC that all members had originally signed forms supporting the rezoning of Cranbourne West industrial land to residential.

But they dropped off in “resignation” that the campaign had been knocked back four times by Planning Minister Richard Wynne.

Ms Schutz, who worked for developers John Woodman and Leighton at the time, organised funding for SCWRAG expenses.

She set up the group, came up with its name and organised its logo design and incorporation, IBAC has heard.

A lawyer Emily Porter representing SCWRAG in a Planning Panels Victoria hearing was briefed by Ms Schutz. Mr Walker said he didn’t know who paid the lawyer’s fee.

At the panels hearing, SCWRAG was referred to as an “independent voice of the community” and “participatory democracy at work”.

Mr Walker conceded to IBAC that the tribunal would have been under the impression that SCWRAG funded its own lawyer.

Mr Walker told IBAC that Ms Schutz informed him that developer Leighton was funding SCWRAG’s expenses.

He said he later learnt that companies linked to Mr Woodman provided funding for SCWRAG’s campaign.

IBAC has alleged that SCWRAG was funded $193,000 by developers, including payments to Mr Walker.

Donor had ‘Platinum’ access to Cabinet

By Cam Lucadou-Wells A planning consultant has told IBAC of meeting Premier Daniel Andrews and other State Cabinet members as part of a lobbying strategy.

Megan Schutz described how her client and property developer John Woodman and his associates gained access to Government MPs through a registered ALP lobbyist Phil Staindl.

Mr Woodman was also a “platinum member” of Progressive Business, a Labor Party arm for “connecting” business with government.

The Liberal Coalition equivalent was Enterprise 500.

“I’m assuming he made those decisions to further his business interests,” Ms Schutz said.

“He always took a top-down approach in which he went to the decision makers first in relation to his projects rather than going to the bureaucrats.”

Ms Schutz told of meeting with Mr Andrews, Treasurer Tim Pallas, Planning Minister Richard Wynne and former Roads Minister Luke Donnellan.

The latter three were lobbied by developers as part of a campaign to rezone Cranbourne

West industrial land (Amendment C219), IBAC heard.

Ms Schutz denied “having a go” at Mr Wynne over C219 during an encounter at a Progressive Business forum.

“There were a lot of developers in the room and I asked Mr Wynne in the abstract, theoretically, if he had a planning scheme amendment sitting on his desk that had been recommended for approval by his independent planning panel and which had been adopted for council, would his general position be to approve it.”

Planning Minister Mr Wynne has deferred a decision on C219 since late 2018.

The State Opposition has mounted pressure on him to reject the “tainted” proposal.

An “aligned” community group Save Cranbourne West Residents Action Group, which was set up by Ms Schutz, was said to be required to help get C219 “across the line”.

Ms Schutz, with SCWRAG president Ray Walker, spoke to Mr Donnellan on their campaign to upgrade Hall Road, she told IBAC on 2 March.

The meeting was facilitated by Mr Staindl -

who was used by Mr Woodman to help set up talks with Labor MPs and “Minister’s offices”, Ms Schutz said. Geoff Leigh was similarly used to access Liberal MPs, she said.

Mr Staindl also advised where Mr Woodman should allocate election donations. This was a common political lobbying method in the “development industry” - “particularly on large rezonings”.

In the lead-up to the 2018 state election, Mr Woodman bought two tables for $1500 at a fundraiser for Cranbourne ALP candidate and now MP Pauline Richards at Seaford Hotel, Ms Schutz told IBAC. Mr Woodman allegedly upped his donation to Ms Richards to $20,000 ahead of the state election in exchange for his support on Cranbourne West’s redevelopment, IBAC heard last year.

He donated $157,000 to the ALP, including $20,800 to Keysborough MP and Cabinet Minister Martin Pakula, he told IBAC. Ms Richards has denied making representations on behalf of Mr Woodman and his business interests. As has Mr Pakula, who also asserts the alleged donation amount was inaccurate.

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IBAC HEARING

Pair ‘fought’ for rivals

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Casey councillors sided with rival developers and “private commercial interests” during a showdown over a road project in Cranbourne West, IBAC has been told.

Planning consultant and lawyer Megan Schutz told the anti-corruption hearing into Casey Council that then-councillors Gary Rowe and Sam Aziz debated a proposed intersection in Hall Road (H3) on 16 October 2018.

She said both had failed to declare alleged conflicts of interest and exclude themselves from the issue.

“I didn’t feel comfortable with both of those councillors ... pushing private commercial interests when the community was just being used, really.

“The whole thing was an argument between two developers.”

Mr Rowe was “pushing” for developer Dacland, who sought to defer the intersection.

On the other side, Mr Aziz was arguing for developer Leighton Properties, which was seeking Dacland to pay the “lion’s share” of the intersection “as soon as possible”.

Leighton was allied with Ms Schutz’s client Watsons - owned by Ferrari-driving John Woodman.

This alliance was lobbying for the rezoning

Gary Rowe, right, swears an oath on his election to Casey Council in 2017. 167187

Sam Aziz, pictured during a Smart Cities address in 2017.

of 133 hectares of Cranbourne West industrial land to residential - which would have made Leighton a windfall profit and Mr Woodman a multi-million-dollar success fee.

They were also backed by a letter from Save Cranbourne West Residents Action Group (SCWRAG), which Ms Schutz helped to pen. The group was allegedly the “creature” of Watsons and Leighton Properties.

Ms Schutz coached Mr Aziz with text messages during the debate. She told the hearing that Mr Aziz was pushing for a case that “he didn’t understand”.

At the time, she hadn’t been aware that Mr Aziz had an alleged conflict of interest with Mr Woodman, she told IBAC. IBAC counsel has alleged Mr Aziz received up to $900,000 from the developer.

A “faction” of “Liberal councillors” voted in a bloc favouring Mr Woodman’s interests in Casey, Ms Schutz said.

She named its members as Geoff Ablett, Amanda Stapledon, Sam Aziz and Wayne Smith who had “social relationships” with Mr Woodman.

“I assumed those social relationships had ... arisen from the fact he had been developing land for such a long time in the City of Casey.”

Mr Woodman had told Ms Schutz about donating money to the state election campaigns of Ms Stapledon, Susan Serey, Mr Ablett and Mr Rowe, as well as him buying a horse with Mr Ablett.

But he didn’t mention payments to Mr Aziz, she told the hearing.

On the night of the H3 intersection debate, Ms Stapledon, Ms Serey and Mr Ablett left the chamber due to a conflict of interest. But Mr Rowe and Mr Aziz stayed.

Counsel assisting IBAC, Michael Tovey, asked Ms Schutz: “Despite the fact that you were ... in the inner sanctum of Mr Woodman’s strategies, none of that caused you to realise that he was able to exert improper influence over councillors?”

On reflection it was a “completely unsatisfactory” situation, Ms Schutz replied.

“It was a corrupt situation.”

Wolfdene’s $1 million gift to ‘pet’ project A charity linked to property developer John Woodman provided $1 million-plus to a disability service attended by Casey ex-councillor Amanda Stapledon’s son, IBAC has heard.

The Wolfdene Foundation - associated with Mr Woodman’s son Heath - funded four independent living units for adult clients at Blairlogie Living and Learning.

The first units are said to be “close to completion” in developer Blueways’ estate in Cranbourne East.

Wolfdene often acted as development manager for Blueways projects, IBAC was told by planning consultant Megan Schutz on 3 March.

“Wolfdene was building it and basically Wolfdene had seed funded the project.”

Ms Schutz provided her services pro bono for the project, such as running the planning application.

“The work I did pro bono for Wolfdene Foundation was probably about between $15,000 and $20,000 worth of planning work, with council waiving the application fees because it was a charity.”

She agreed with Counsel Assisting IBAC, Michael Tovey’s assertion that Wolfdene contributed in excess of $1 million.

On the project’s subcommittee were Ms Stapledon, parents of the four clients being accommodated, Blairlogie chief executive Carolyn Carr and a Wolfdene development manager, Ms Schutz said.

Blairlogie CEO Carolyn Carr, Wolfdene director Jon Atchison, and then-Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon turn the first sod on the Blairlogie accommodation project.

Mr Woodman had also given Ms Stapledon $15,000 towards the care of her son in 2018, as well as donated to her state election campaigns for the Liberal Party, IBAC’s Operation Sandon hearing was told.

While a Casey councillor, Ms Stapledon managed the conflict of interest by declaring an “undisclosed” interest, Ms Schutz said.

At IBAC, surveillance photos showed Ms Stapledon, who was mayor at the time, meeting with three people on Mr Woodman’s payroll at the Sandhurst Club on 14 November 2018.

The trio were Ms Schutz, Mr Woodman’s lobbyist and former Casey mayor Lorraine Wreford and Save Cranbourne West Residents Action Group president Ray Walker.

Ms Schutz told IBAC they were discussing the H3 intersection project in Hall Road, Cran-

bourne West - something that Mr Woodman and another developer Leighton Properties were lobbying hard for.

They were at odds with developer Dacland, which was seeking to defer the upgrade.

“John had asked me to brief Amanda, with the community representative in attendance, in relation to Hall Road issues,” Ms Schutz told IBAC. “My recollection of that meeting was that Ray and Amanda had agreed that it would be a good idea to get the developers and the community in the room together and to work out an agreeable way forward.”

Ms Schutz said when Mr Woodman asked her to brief a councillor, no council officer was ever present during the talks.

But it would have been a “good idea”, she told IBAC on 2 March.

For her meetings with state Ministers, probity auditors and ministerial advisers were regularly present, she said in later evidence.

Last year, Mr Woodman was described as a “kingmaker” as he told IBAC that he’d promised to back Ms Stapledon in her ultimately successful bid to be Casey mayor in 2018.

“There is no thought in my mind that I wanted Amanda to be mayor because of the fact that NDIS and my son’s assistance at Blairlogie would mean that she was favourable towards Heath,” he told IBAC last year.

Mr Woodman had described himself in IBAC as a “friend” to Ms Stapledon. But he referred to her as ‘fatso’ in a tapped phone call with Ms Schultz.

Surveillance photo of Ray Walker, Megan Schutz and Amanda Stapledon at the Sandhurst Club, 14 November, 2018.

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IBAC HEARING

‘Friendlies’

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Further 2016 City of Casey election candidates, including two former councilors, have been revealed as ‘friendly’ targets for property developer John Woodman’s donations.

Tim Jackson, who served on the council from 2016 until he resigned days before the council was sacked in February, and Brian Oates, a former mayor, were among five candidates listed on an email from ALP lobbyist Phil Staindl.

The candidates’ bank account details were included, with amounts of up to “$2K” apparently assigned to each candidate.

In his email to Mr Woodman’s planning consultant Megan Schutz on 27 September 2016, Mr Staindl writes:“The candidates for support and their details are as follows”.

The other candidates named were Faisal Najibi, Sepalkumar Patel and Kusani Mendis.

At a 3 March IBAC hearing, Ms Schutz identified Mr Patel as a member of Save Cranbourne West Residents Action Group. He was apparently assigned $1000.

Mr Patel declared the gift from Mr Woodman’s company Watsons on his 2016 donation returns. According to the official donation returns register, the other four candidates did not declare gifts from Mr Woodman or Watsons.

On 2 March, Ms Schutz told the hearing that she had no memory of the email list.

She assumed Mr Woodman was “working out who the candidates are and then ensuring that he’s going to have a council that supports the Cranbourne West) rezoning”.

“I’m assuming Phil Staindl is sending me the names of candidates which John Woodman is going to donate to.

“I would assume that these donations were about friendly candidates and it being helpful to have friendly candidates and to do negotiations in terms of preferencing.

“I can see now when I look at what was going on that he was working out a position where he would have council support by influencing candidates.”

Former councilors Gary Rowe, Susan Serey, Geoff Ablett and Amanada Stapledon had received donations from Mr Woodman for their state election campaigns, Ms Schutz said.

In an email on 12 September 2016, Ms Schutz checked with Mr Staindl’s office about whether councilors could still vote on matters involving a “business/organization which had donated to the councillor for their election”.

Specifically, donations of $500 or more had to be declared.

“Can you donate more than one lot of $499 to the same person but in different transactions to avoid the conflict?” Ms Schutz writes.

“Definitely not allowed,” Mr Staindl replies.

As earlier heard at IBAC, councillors were rated by Mr Woodman’s associates as either “friendly”, opponents or unknown in their attitude towards Amendment C219.

The amendment was proposed to rezone a large tract of industrial land in Cranbourne West to residential use - a push that was sup-

Brian Oates was targeted for an apparent $2000 donation by property developer Brian Woodman's team.

Former Casey councillor Timothy Jackson was regarded as "friendly" by property developer John Woodman's team. 160131 ported by Mr Woodman and developer Leighton.

It was backed by Casey Council but ultimately deferred by Planning Minister Richard Wynne.

Mr Woodman had spent nearly $100,000 bankrolling campaigns for a bloc of at least nine candidates with 14 “supporting” candidates in 2016.

A campaign ‘budget’ document tabled lists initials of elected councillors Sam Aziz, Amanda Stapledon, Geoff Ablett, Wayne Smith and Damien Rosario, as well as unsuccessful candidates Rob Ward, Mick Morland and Louise Berkelmans.

Mr Woodman implicitly expected the support of those candidates for his interests, his lobbyist Lorraine Wreford told the Operation Sandon inquiry.

“But he was very explicit in saying that he didn’t want to directly fund it because he didn’t want to be linked to other councillors, firstly, and, secondly, he didn’t even want them to know where the funds were coming from.”

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‘We work together’: Pallas

By Cam Lucadou-Wells Treasurer Tim Pallas and Premier Daniel Andrews’s familiarity with property developers has been revealed in an explosive tapped phone call at an IBAC Operation Sandon hearing.

Mr Andrews allegedly told property developer John Woodman’s planning consultant Megan Schutz to “say hi to John” at a Progressive Business Christmas drinks event in 2018.

At the same exclusive ALP event, Mr Pallas allegedly told Ms Schutz that “we work together to achieve outcomes”.

The claims were made in a tapped phone call on 21 December between Ms Schutz and Mr Woodman.

She tells him that she congratulated “Timmy - Timmy-Tom - Tim Pallas” on the recent state election victory.

Then she thanked him for his help on a Donnybrook project with developer Blueways - which is linked to Wolfdene, run by Mr Woodman’s son Heath.

“Tim, I just want to thank you so much for providing me with the introduction to the Secretary of the Department.

“Barow and my client have now reached an agreement and it’s just fantastic. It never would have happened if it wasn’t for you. So thank you so much Tim.” According to Ms Schutz, Mr Pallas replied: “Megan, we work together. We work together to achieve outcomes” and wished her a “happy Christmas”.

In an earlier tapped call, Ms Schutz, in reaction to Planning Minster Richard Wynne’s deferral of Amendment C219 - the rezoning of Cranbourne West industrial land - said “we could have brought it up with the Treasurer”.

Ms Schutz told IBAC on 3 March that Mr Woodman - who had a $2 million success fee riding on C219’s approval - had a “very good rapport” with Mr Pallas.

“Tim Pallas would always be the voice of reason and pragmatic in relation economic issues,” she said.

“He would have given the rezoning a fair hearing.

“If he was agreeable to supporting it ... he might speak to the Minister for Planning’s office, the Minister for Planning himself.”

In her chat to Mr Woodman, Ms Schutz recalled an encounter with Premier Daniel Andrews at the Christmas drinks.

“He gave me a little kiss on the cheek and he said, ‘Say hi to John, Megan, say hi to John’.”

During the call, Mr Woodman made an apparent reference to C219.

Leighton’s Tom Kenessey had suggested they “go up the line with this past Wynne” to the Premier, Mr Woodman told Ms Schutz.

Tim Pallas had a "very good rapport" with developer John Woodman, IBAC has been told.

“Two million bucks to me is not worthy of calling in favourites with the Premier of Victoria,” Mr Woodman said.

He was referring to his $2 million success fee riding on approval of the rezoning, Ms Schutz told IBAC. Ms Schutz said she’d met Mr Andrews “numerous” times at Progressive Business events.

Ms Schutz told IBAC that she and Heath Woodman briefed Mr Pallas on the Donnybrook issue at a Progressive Business forum weeks before the Christmas drinks.

Mr Pallas’s senior staff member provided a “connection” with the state’s planning department, which led to a briefing.

“It was helpful,” Ms Schutz told IBAC. The access to Mr Pallas was “facilitated” through Mr Woodman’s company Watsons being a Progressive Business platinum member at about “$50 or $60,000” a year.

Mr Woodman also donated about $10,000 each to politicians of both sides of government, Ms Schutz said.

“I believed at the time that we were getting access of that nature because of John Woodman’s longstanding membership of Progressive Business, but I can see the logic in the fact that he donated to, you know, he donated on other bases to the Labor Party, that it provided access.”

Progressive Business is a fundraising arm of State Labor that provides Ministerial access to businesses.

At Progressive Business events, business members had a chance to brief Ministers for 15 minutes, always in the company of a ministerial adviser, Ms Schutz said.

She had briefings with Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan, then-Roads Minister Luke Donnellan and then-Attorney General Martin Pakula and ex-Suburban Development Minister Lily D’Ambrosio.

She’d had similar access to former Liberal Planning Minister Matthew Guy with his adviser at an Enterprise 500 event ahead of the 2014 state election.

Planning Minister’s rebuff

By Cam Lucadou-Wells An “angered” Planning Minister Richard Wynne “cut off” a planning counsultant’s approach to him, telling people to “keep that girl away from me”, IBAC has heard.

At a Progressive Business event in October 2018, Planning Minister Richard Wynne became “very, very angry” when Ms Schutz raised his Amendment C219 deferral, Ms Schutz told an IBAC hearing.

In a tapped call with Mr Woodman, Ms Schutz recalled Mr Wynne told her his decision to defer rezoning the Cranbourne West land was based on “industrial land supply”.

She pressed on, noting Mr Wynne had put aside a Planning Panels Victoria recommendation, 1100 members of “the community”.

“All we expect is a fair process,” she told him.

According to Ms Schutz, Mr Wynne cut her off, got angry and said to lobbyist Phil Staindl: “Keep that girl away from me”.

Mr Woodman referred to Mr Wynne as “f***knuckle” during the tapped call.

According to Ms Schutz - via feedback from Mr Staindl - the then-Narre Warren South MP Judith Graley called Mr Wynne an “up himself d***head”.

Ms Graley suggested the developer “pull the pin” on a get-together with Cranbourne candidate Pauline Richards, Ms Schutz said.

At IBAC, Ms Schutz denied she had been “ag-

Planning Minister Richard Wynne was angered by a planning consultant for developer John Woodman. 193370 gressive” to Mr Wynne, but conceded Mr Staindl regarded her approach as “inappropriate”.

“I was just straight up. I called a spade a spade and stated my opinion on the matter and asked him the question.”

She said the Casey-based MPs at the time, Jude Perera and Judith Graley, had spoken to Mr Wynne in support of the rezoning. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

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Teen stabbed in street riot

By Brendan Rees A teenager has been stabbed following an outof-control party that spilled onto the streets of a Clyde North estate on Sunday morning, 23 February.

The incident occurred between Belcam Circuit and Soldiers Road about 4.40am.

Police say the victim was walking with a large group when an altercation occurred with a random person.

"The victim, a 17-year-old boy, was stabbed in the leg and was taken to hospital," a Victoria Police spokesperson said.

A neighbour, Darren Hutchins, said he saw up to 60 youths, believed to be of African appearance, screaming and yelling in the streets of Circa 1886 estate earlier in the night - before the youths later taunted police about 12.20am.

"It just went on to six o'clock in the morning. They were up and down in the streets.

Luckily there was no damage done to houses or cars in the streets," he said.

"I'd seen them peeing on the neighbour's fence ... standing around like a feral pack of s---s".

A CCTV image following an incident where unruly teens took to the streets of Clyde North.

Picture: CONTRIBUTED Mr Hutchins said he remained behind the locked door of his home while his neighbour two doors down sat on his staircase armed with a shotgun.

"You just don't know whether they're going to kick the s---- of your front door and invade," Mr Hutchins said.

There were reports a wild party had spi-

ralled out of control at a nearby Airbnb where dozens of youths went on a rampage.

Mr Hutchins said he was shocked by the drama as he kept an eye on the unruly teens through a pair of binoculars.

He added he was also a licenced firearm holder and wouldn't hesitate to protect his home.

"I think at the end of the day I've got every right to protect my family ....you break into my house and threaten me I'll drop you. I'll take my chances. I certainly wouldn't shoot to kill".

He said: "Everyone was concerned for their wellbeing and property".

The incident has triggered renewed calls for a police station in Clyde North - a promise made by the State Government at the last election, which it said would be completed by 2022.

Residents of Circa 1886 estate gathered for a community meeting on 26 February expressing their concerns.

"It's not a vigilante group - it's more we're not going to cop their s--- anymore," Mr Hutchins said.

Neighbourhood Watch Casey president

Rob Ward praised the actions of residents for responding quickly and calling police.

"We plan not only to meet with MPs and so on but also with the residents to get a Neighbourhood Watch going in the area to help educate people about they can do to keep themselves safe, get to know their neighbours and to be more aware," Mr Ward said.

State Liberal MP for Gembrook Brad Battin called on the State Government to provide a Clyde North police Station saying residents are "genuinely afraid".

"They are frightened in their own homes and that is a failure from the Government most important delivery target - keep your communities safe," he said.

In a Facebook Post, Federal La Trobe MP Jason Wood echoed a similar sentiment saying: "State Labor promised a Clyde Police Station where is it?"

"I feel very sorry for Clyde North residents especially children who would be terrified," the post said.

Anyone with information is urged regarding the riot is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Men find a home in final act of former Casey Council

By Brendan Rees

Ex-Casey councillor Rosalie Crestani being presented a petition by Endeavour Hills Men’s Shed president Trevor Ratcliffey in 2018. 185890 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS During this time the group has been dedicated in helping the community and undertaking voluntary projects for Endeavour Hills library and Parks Victoria.

They have even used members' sheds and garages - to build toys, shelves, planter boxes and playground equipment for charities, schools and kindergartens and the Andrew's Centre in Endeavour Hills.

Mr Ratcliffe said the work space at Essex

Park Community Place had proven challenging and the group were thrilled with the news.

"We have to pull out machinery out of storage, use it, clean up and put it back ready for the next group," he said.

"We haven't been able to fully develop our program of health and wellbeing and also providing community service in the way that we would want to.

"It's not just a matter of meeting for a chat

... we've also got a range of social activities, excursions, and community field work".

At the council meeting, ex- Casey councillor Rosalie Crestani thanked the men for their tireless work in the community and looked forward the construction of the new shed.

"This is our way to say thank you as well to ensure that a men's shed is established and they have somewhere further to serve and to go and network," she said.

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The Endeavour Hills Men's Shed is one step closer to securing their new home at Sydney Pargeter Reserve.

After nearly three years of lobbying, the 40-strong group finally got their wish after then Casey Councillors voted at their 18 February meeting to award a building contract for works to start at the Endeavour Hills site.

The members have been using a shared space Essex Park Community Place - which has been manageable for meetings but lacks the space to carry out their manual work.

After receiving two submissions in December, council decided to award the tender contract to More Building Group Pty Ltd. However this is subject to approval by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning to build the Men's Shed as the reserve is on crown land.

The project, which is expected to be completed by August, will include mechanical services, amenities, a kitchenette and accessible car parking.

More Building Group has previously undertaken work with council, which council says "have strong experience in delivering similar type and scaled projects".

Endeavour Hills Men's Shed president Trevor Ratcliffe said the group was relieved they had struck a deal with council.

"We're certainly thankful to the councillors for their support in delivering this project," Mr Ratcliffe said.

The announcement comes after the Men's Shed negotiated with council for a new home including submitting a petition in 2018, which garnered 1265 signatures.

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Shilo Van Sanden: He said that no damage was done. So it was like so many other teenage parties with big groups of teenagers but because of fear mongering within Casey and media outlets, they were freaking out. Hmmmm.

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THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN Thumbs down To the people leaving rubbish on naturestips for weeks on end between Macarthur Drive, Wallace Rd and Clarendon St Cranbourne, and the council truck picking up some but not others... there seems to be more and more rubbish around.... with long grass around it, so its been there a long time... about time City Casey started to clean up and fine the home owners

Thumbs up To the nurses at Casey hospital in the rehab part sector especially cannot praise you girls enough

Thumbs down To the mass hysteria stock piling of supplies in case of the corona virus- if it does hit items will be needed by all! Let's help each other and not over react now.

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Needles found at park

By Brendan Rees

Jake Styles points to where he found the syringes he found at Hallam Valley Reserve.

205772 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS He then placed the needles in a container and disposed of them in his household bin.

According to the Australian Government Department of Health website, it advises if people find a needle and syringe "the preferred option" for disposal is to contact the Needle Clean Up Hotline on 1800 633 35 or to call their local council.

If people choose to dispose of a needle and syringe, the Department says: Take a hard plastic container with a screw top and place it on the ground beside the needle and syringe.

Keeping away from the sharp end of the needle, carefully pick up the syringe by the barrel.

Needle point first, put the syringe in to the container and seal it tightly.

Place the container in a needle and syringe disposal bin if there is one nearby

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Jake Styles was walking his dog at a reserve in Narre Warren when he stumbled across a handful of needles not far from a playground.

Mr Styles said the needles - all bar one that were sealed in a packet - were lying on a mound of dirt just off a walking track at Hallam Valley Reserve about 8pm on Sunday 1 March.

"They were just there out in the open," he said.

He said his dog had sniffed towards the needles when he spotted them.

"It was a bit of a shock someone had left them there," he explained.

"There was one open - used with no lid and bent needle and there were around nine still sealed in a packet".

He shared a picture of his finding on Facebook, sending a message to those responsible to clean up their "mess".

"We've been here for over seven years and never seen something like that before.

"My biggest concern with it is the little children who use the park could think they are something they can pick up and play with," Mr Styles said.

He said he had no hesitation in picking up the needles with his hands and disposing of them.

He also hit back at critics on Facebook after sharing his photo, saying: "If you see them you just pick them up. Do the right thing".

"People are saying you should've just left them there and waited for the Parks (staff) ... what if the next person to come along is a little kid you know what I mean," he said.

"Sure you don't want to get stung by one but you hold the blunt end and you're pretty much right".

When Mr Styles got home he called police who advised him to call the Needle Clean Up Hotline.

Jake Styles holds up the handful of needles he found.

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A ‘cosier’ council

By Brendan Rees Casey Council's newly appointed interim administrator Noelene Duff has chaired her first public meeting following the dramatic sacking of councillors.

Ms Duff led a new-look meeting on Tuesday 3 March, which featured a notably different room layout.

A cosier horse shoe seating arrangement was set up for the public gallery who sat just metres away from the council table.

Gone was the high back leather chairs, nuts and lollies on tables, and barriers with retractable belts to keep the public at bay - and interestingly, security guards were also given the night off.

Thirteen members of the public gathered round including ex-Casey councillor Damien Rosario while 13 council officers were also in attendance.

Ms Duff carefully deliberated over each item in the agenda - which lasted just under 25 minutes.

Ms Duff outlined her role and spoke of "one of the important messages" regarding the dismissal of councillors with the State Government's commitment to rebuild "the confidence of this community" as well as its reputation.

She further noted "there are a number of changes" to "ensure that there is greater inclusiveness and transparency in terms of council decision making".

Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association secretary Brendan Browne, who was present at the meeting, said it was a more "respectful environment" and "unfortunately a huge improvement on what we had".

"What we what want eventually is an actual elected council that acts professionally. How long that takes - we don't know".

Alan Murphy of Narre Warren South said

Casey Council interim administrator Noelene Duff. after the meeting he was concerned about the community not having a voice.

"There's no democracy if one person makes the decisions," he said.

"We're not allowed to ask questions. We've got to submit a question - 36 hours before hand so I don't know what they're going to discuss.

"There were some people (councillors) there that were honest and weren't bad apples," Mr Murphy added.

Another resident, Anne of Narre Warren, said her reason for attending the meeting was to find out if council elections would be held in four years.

"I've just found out and unfortunately they can," she said.

"I hope to God that people will remember in four years what they've done".

Ex-Casey councillor Damien Rosario said he hadn't known what to expect but wondered what would happen when there was a lengthier agenda.

"When you have 36 items on the list and you explain each one of them, what happens then?" he said.

Mr Rosario wished the council well, saying: "It's good for the city to carry on the business and continue the growth".

The meeting comes after the Minister for Local Government, Adem Somyurek, tabled an explosive monitor's report on Casey Council - which found widespread "governance failures," conflicts of issues, and a bullying culture following an Independent Broad-based AntiCorruption into alleged corrupt behaviour.

Both houses of State Parliament passed legislation to dismiss the council on 18 February and appointed Ms Duff as interim administrator for a period of 90 days until a panel of three administrators are appointed - making the next eligible election for Casey Council in October 2024.

Former Casey councillors fronted a packed gallery at their final meeting. The wept as they spoke in turn speaking of their achievements remaining defiant until the end.

Three nabbed in alleged stolen car A Cranbourne north man and a Narre Warren teenager have been charged after being found in an alleged stolen vehicle in Dandenong.

Police initially observed the allegedly stolen vehicle in a car park on Gladstone Road, Dandenong about 4.40pm on Saturday 29 February.

As police approached, the three occupants fled in the vehicle.

Police continued to follow the vehicle before stopping it on the Monash Freeway near the Wellington Road overpass, police say.

The three occupants of the vehicle including a teenager of Dandenong North were arrested and taken to a nearby police station to be interviewed.

A 21-year-old man from Cranbourne North has been charged with conduct endangering life, theft of motor vehicle and a number of driving offences.

He has been remanded to appear Dandenong Magistrates' Court today.

An 18-year-old man from Dandenong North and 18-year-old man from Narre Warren have been charged with theft of motor vehicle and possess cannabis.

They have both been bailed to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on 20 April.

These arrests are part of Operation Tidal which utilises a highly visible police presence across the Casey, Greater Dandenong and Cardinia Police Service Areas (PSAs).

Tidal is an ongoing operation and police will continue to focus resources where they're most needed.

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Tree fall a ‘lucky miss’

By Brendan Rees A Berwick resident says a large tree that crashed onto a road was lucky not to have seriously injured or killed someone.

The gum tree came down on Friday morning, 28 February near the roundabout of Harkaway Road and Ernst Wanke Road.

According to Lawrie De La Rue, the tree was leaning on about a 45 degree angle across the road - and should've have better managed by Casey Council.

"You don't have to be Einstein to work out that those trees are going to fall," he says.

"This is a classic case of them not prepared to move dangerous trees.

"Sooner or later it's going to fall. We all love our trees but we don't have to have trees that are so dangerous".

Narre Warren State Emergency Service volunteers received a call to help clear the tree at 6.41am and confirmed no one had been injured.

A crew of four were on scene for 30 minutes during peak hour where they cut up the tree and moved it to the roadside.

Despite the damp weather on the morning, Mr De La Rue says this was not the reason the tree had fallen.

"It's not the weather that's the problem, if you have a look at the tree - it's rotten," he says."If someone was underneath it, they certainly would be dead".

He says the incident should be highlighted as his friend's grandson was killed after crashing his moving vehicle into a fallen tree on Gembrook Road, Gembrook.

"I just think it's so irresponsible of local government to leave these trees".

Mr De La Rue, a Berwick resident of 47 years, also spoke of a time he took the council to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal regarding the removal of dangerous

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Lawrie De La Rue says a tree that recently fell in Berwick had put lives at risk. 205570 trees on Old Coach Road, Berwick - and won.

Casey Council manager city presentation David Richardson said council have scheduled the removal of the fallen tree cleared by the SES, which was last inspected in June 2018 as part of their cyclic and reactive maintenance programs.

"No health or structural defects were reported," Mr Richardson said.

"We have a proactive three yearly cyclic inspection program, by a qualified arborist, of 180,000 street trees. The proactive inspection program identifies works to be undertaken on the trees.

"The works can include pruning to improve tree shape and clearance from public or private infrastructure, and other treatment as needed, such as watering and insect treatments".

Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Mr Richardson added trees may be removed if they are assessed as dead, dying, diseased or dangerous.

"In general terms, that assessment includes consideration of the tree health and condition, tree structure and likelihood of tree or tree branch failing in normal circumstances".

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Carlos, a generous soul Casey Cardinia Foundation executive officer Carlos Santin whispered to his mum, Blanca, moments before he died: “Don’t cry for me. I have had the life I wanted. Cry for yourself, not me”.

Carlos, 41, died on Wednesday 26 February in the Alfred Hospital.

His friend Richard Broome said Carlos was a man “who not only strived to help others, but to uplift them by his presence“.

“One could never be sad when confronted

by Carlos’s winning smile and effusive way of speaking, said Richard, who delivered the eulogy at Carlos’s funeral.

Carlos Eduardo Santin was born in San Salvatore, the capital of El Salvador on 9 January 1979, to Blanca and Julio Santin.

At just two months old Carlos developed a serious viral meningitis with convulsions, requiring hospitalisation, a lumbar puncture and a month in intensive care.

Sadly, he would begin and end his life in ICU. At 3 Carlos was already a negotiator and loved helping others. By the age of 7, he was peeling and cutting the dinner vegetables ready for when his mum arrived home from work.

When Carlos was 7, the family emigrated to Melbourne, eventually settling in Hampton Park where Carlos and his brother, Julio, went to school.

Once in Australia, he quickly learnt English and let his Spanish lapse. Yet while watching a ’soapie’ with his Mum and brother he wanted to know what a beautiful actress was saying in Spanish. From then on, he paid more attention to his Spanish, and later taught Spanish at Saturday school. But Blanca said he gave it up as the grade six girls weren’t listening to the lesson. Carlos told her they were just watching him.

Carlos once challenged his Mum as to why she did not push him to do his homework. She explained she was told by the doctors not to push him or expect too much of him after his meningitis.

Carlos retorted, “But I am not stupid, I will show you”.

He completed a Bachelor of Arts at Deakin University majoring in International Relations and Policy Development, and then completed a Bachelor of Science majoring in Environmental Science and Hazard Materials Management.

Carlos was extremely hard working, pushing himself sometimes to the point of exhaustion. He got his first job aged 9. In 1989 both his parents lost their jobs in an economic slowdown and unemployment benefits only covered the house mortgage. There was little left over for food. When Carlos learned of this he said, “Mum we are not poor. Others are worse off than us”. Through a school mate, he organised for the family to deliver flyers for a local pizza shop.

As a teenager he began packing shelves at Coles at night and rose to team leader. He did this for many years while he was at university and later when in full time work. Carlos would advise the elderly and less well-off which were the cheapest and best value fruit and vegetables. He also had cleaning jobs at night right up until last year.

In 2003 he gained his first job at PACIA working under Margie Donnan, who mentored Carlos throughout his career. At PACIA Carlos developed his policy skills to analyse problems, and his skills at working with people – be they industry, government or community.

He also came to understand the importance of working in a bipartisan manner with all sides of government, and to advocate on behalf of and represent the industry.

Carlos was incredibly generous, especially

Carlos in his magnificent suburban garden. 195406 to family. While working in Sydney for PACIA in 2003 he bought land in Zenith Place and researched what to build, chose the design and the builder, and paid for a beautiful home for his parents.

He paid for his Mum to fly home every year to El Salvador to see family. He regularly sent money to other family members in El Salvador. He bought a car for his Aunt Aminta and sent money to her monthly. He rang another Aunt who was a nun in Rome regularly, asking if there was anything she needed. He visited her some years ago and loved her immediately. She had gained a first-row seat for him at a papal audience. He recalled it was an spiritual experience.

After leaving PACIA and then the Fire Protection Association of Australia, he began work as a grant consultant setting up a business, Holistic Planning Group. He was extremely successful, gaining 75 per cent of grants he applied for – always for others.

Much of this work was pro bono, or given far too cheaply, as he would say, “They don’t have much money“.

Fortunately, he landed a job with the Casey Cardinia Foundation three days a week, which gave him a steady income. He loved raising and disbursing money to local communities, especially in his beloved Hampton Park, which he felt often missed out on funding.

Good friend and former Casey councillor Amanda Stapledon said Carlos “worked tirelessly to take the foundation to another level with its events, fundraising, governance and development of sponsorship“.

“As a grant writer, Carlos knew that when he identified a great community group or club, his words could tell a story that would endear them to the grant provider and this was evident in the success of his grant writing and the benefits that it has and still is providing to those he supported both within Casey Cardinia and further afield.

“Carlos is a person that I will miss every day for the rest of my life. He was so driven, caring, hard working and passionate.“ Outside of work, Carlos’s great passion was his garden in which he lovingly tendended an amazing number and variety of vegetables, fruit trees and succulents. No visitor was left empty handed when visiting Carlos’s home.

He also retained a passion for his birth country, El Salvador, where he requested his ashes be taken.

Most of all, said Richard, Carlos loved his family and friends and told them so in words and deeds.

In the end they were what he lived for.

Carlos Santin was farewelled on Tuesday 3 March at St Agatha’s Catholic Church in Cranbourne.

Carlos Santin loved his work with the Casey Cardinia Foundation.

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Reform on council agenda Casey Council and the newly appointed interim administrator, Noelene Duff, have declared they are "getting on with delivering infrastructure and services to meet the needs of Casey's fast growing and diverse community".

Earlier this week the CEO, Glenn Patterson, and executive met with Ms Duff to discuss how best to work together to modernise the way council does business, and opportunities to increase input for the Casey community's voice while the organisation is under Administration until 2024.

Ms Duff was appointed interim administrator of Casey from 20 February for a period of 90 days, or until a panel of three administrators is appointed for the Council, whichever occurs earlier.

A key focus of the administrator(s) is ensuring the recommendations of the Casey municipal monitor, Laurinda Gardner, are implemented, including: a thorough review and embedding of policies, procedures and processes for more effective decision-making and responsibilities, and the development and implementation of an extensive municipal wide program to develop more diverse community leaders, greater participation in setting a vision for Casey, and more awareness and interest in local democracy, the role of council and the responsibilities of councillors.

Discussions this week focused on how a more contemporary environment can be created to support greater engagement and opportunities for the community's voice to be heard, and how the organisation and the administrator(s) can be more transparent to residents, ratepayers and other key stakeholders in decision making.

"We are all acutely aware of the community's concerns around not having elected representatives to be their voice when Council

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Picture: CITY OF CASEY makes decisions about infrastructure, investments and services, which directly impact the people who live in, work and visit Casey," Ms Duff said.

"Already a more comprehensive program of work to support a Community Engagement Policy and Program is in development to complement and strengthen engagement and participation and grow awareness of the role

of Council.

"For next week's council meeting we are also introducing some changes that support greater inclusiveness and transparency, including introducing the full statement of acknowledgement; making the Council agenda publicly available earlier to give the community more time to read reports and submit their questions; addressing all questions submitted

by the public, irrespective of whether or not submitters are present in the gallery; and removing the previous Council's practice of 'en bloc' voting, meaning each report will be considered and discussed to provide the community greater insight and more transparency in how decisions are being made.

"While not an elected representative of the Casey community, I will fulfil my role in decision making for Council and residents and ratepayers with due regard to fairness and transparency and always with the current and future community's bests interests at heart.

"My meetings this week with the CEO and executive has given me a strong sense of confidence in the organisation and I echo the municipal monitor's comments that the 'City of Casey benefits from having an experienced CEO and a strong executive team' who 'are managing the current situation professionally and calmly' with staff being constructive and continuing to serve the Casey community with no impact on service delivery to ratepayers."

Casey CEO, Glenn Patterson, said: "The executive and I welcome the opportunity to work in such a constructive manner with Ms Duff as we pull together to modernise the way we do business and enhance opportunities for greater community engagement and ways of demonstrating greater transparency in decision making, while also getting on with delivering infrastructure and services to meet the needs of our growing and diverse communities," he said.

"As previously expressed, I believe the organisation and the residents of Casey can only benefit from having such an astute and experienced Administrator as Ms Duff to help us rebuild confidence in the community."

While in office, administrators must perform all the functions, powers and duties of a councillor of the City of Casey, as set out in the Local Government Act 1989.

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After three premierships in four years, Berwick are enjoying their most successful era.

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After three premierships in four years, Berwick are enjoying their most successful era.

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Berwick’s belter Berwick's intensity from the opening bounce until the final siren simply can't be matched.

Their premiership victory against Narre Warren on Saturday - giving the club back-toback flags for just the second time in club history - was intense, finals footy laced with the right amount of class.

After a third premiership in four years, the word 'dynasty' is deservingly being bandied around, and for good reason.

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

now culminated with a best on ground medal in a grand final, to their champion skipper Madi Andrews, dynamic forward Harry Money, gun midfielder Bryce Rutherford and reliable defenders Jo West and Michael Riseley, the Wickers possess remarkable star power.

"We pride ourselves on our relentless approach," Berwick coach Stewart Kemperman said in the aftermath of another premiership win.

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Casey's sporting community has cleaned up at the 2019 Victorian Sport Awards night, taking home three individual awards on Wednesday 26 February.

In front of 500 people at Marvel Stadium, Casey Stadium was honoured after taking out the Local Government Initiative of the Year Award while the Victorian Sikh Games Organising Committee won the Community Sporting Event of the Year after hosting the Victorian Sikh Games at Casey Fields.

Natasha Moody of Narre Warren East was also presented the Young Team of the Year Award on behalf the Victorian Equestrian Interschools Team, of which she is the team captain.

They were among 19 winners on a night that recognised athletes, coaches, clubs, officials and volunteers from grassroots levels through to elite ranks across Victoria.

Casey Stadium celebrated a $7.3 million second and final stage of its major redevelopment last year, which includes new and upgraded multipurpose courts for basketball, netball, badminton and volleyball, including a mini-show court. The stadium has attracting some fantastic sporting events to the region, including Big V games, college basketball games, Victorian Netball League games, the Sikh Games, and the National Indoor Cricket Championships.

The Australian Sikh Games was held over the Easter Long Weekend at Casey Fields with about 200,000 people attending over the three

days - the biggest the event has seen in its 32year history.

The Games have become a staple sporting and cultural event for the Australian Sikh community which is held in every year in capital cities around Australia.

Parliamentary Secretary for Sport, Danielle Green congratulated all achievers on the night.

"We're seeing growing numbers of girls and boys, women and men signing up to play sport at local clubs. Home-grown heroes play a big part in inspiring that growth," she said.

"The hard work and dedication of athletes, coaches, officials, administrators and volunteers at all levels of sport is truly outstanding".

The night was attended by all finalists, family, friends, sporting organisations and clubs to celebrate the successes of elite and community sport.

Thirty-nine highly qualified people from the Victorian sports industry were invited as judging panelists to pick the finalists across the categories.

The Victorian Sikh Games Organising Committee won the Community Sporting Event of the Year.

The Victorian Equestrian Interschools Team was presented the Young Team of the Year Award.

Casey Stadium won the Local Government Initiative of the Year Award.

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FOCUS ON … NEFF AT HARVEY NORMAN

Steam ahead with NEFF The kitchen is the heart of every home. A place to meet, eat and get creative. And there is no better brand to trust in the kitchen than NEFF. The renowned German manufacturer creates quality home appliances that help bring out the best in every home cook.

NEFF appliances make time in the kitchen a daily pleasure, anticipate all your needs and marry innovation with design, style and versatility.

Founded in 1877 in Bretten in Germany, today the company is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of built-in appliances. The product range covers all modern kitchen appliances, including ovens, cooktops, rangehoods and dishwashers.

For 140 years NEFF has seen the user as the most important part of the kitchen. The brand continues to set new standards with inspired ideas, especially in its core competence areas of cooking and baking.

Examples of NEFF’s continuing innovation are the CircoTherm® hot air system and Slide&Hide;® fully retracting oven door.

SLIDE&HIDE® With Slide&Hide; nothing gets in your way anymore, not even the oven door. When open, the oven door disappears beneath the 71L oven compartment, giving you full access to baste and taste without any obstruction. This true innovation from NEFF is also a real space saver - perfect for the compact kitchen.

INGREDIENTS PUDDINGS 1 cup self raising flour 1/4 cup dutch cocoa 1/3 cup caster sugar 60g butter, melted 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla essence 200ml buttermilk 1/3 cup finely chopped bittersweet chocolate

Discover the joys of steam cooking with NEFF. taste like roast meat and the muffins will taste like muffins. CircoTherm® works by drawing air in from the oven via a powerful stainless steel fan. It then heats up the air and forces it right back into the oven cavity through strategically placed ducts in the rear wall.

Home appliance department proprietor at Harvey Norman Richmond Craig Gee encourages customers to book in for a pre or post purchase NEFF cooking demonstration at their local store to fully appreciate the NEFF difference.

“A pre purchase demo allows customers to gain a hands-on feel for cooking with NEFF and the results. The demos are great for appreciating the technology involved, particularly the NEFF steam cooking function which features in most ovens,“ Mr Gee said.

“Post purchase, people like to come back for a refresher and get more detailed knowl-

edge about their oven. These demonstrations take it to the next level in understanding.“ Mr Gee said customers loved NEFF because of its German heritage, overall workmanship, technology and guaranteed four year warranty on all appliances - this includes parts and labour.

“NEFF is for those who want something at the top end of the market that will last a long time and cook precisely. They are beautiful products,“ Mr Gee said.

Take advantage NEFF’s current promotion and save $600 on the pyrolytic Slide&Hide;® oven that was the top performer in a recent Choice test (B57CR22N0B). The oven, originally priced at $2,799, is just $2,199 until 31 March 2020 or while stocks last. Conditions apply.

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Sift flour, cocoa and caster sugar into a mixing bowl. Whisk melted butter, egg, vanilla essence and buttermilk together. Make a well in the centre of the flour then whisk in buttermilk mixture, mixing until smooth. Fold in chopped chocolate.

Divide mixture evenly between ramekins. Stand ramekins on a baking tray - this will make it easier when putting puddings in and out of the oven.

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By age 80, 1 in 8 people will have the glaucoma.

Have regular eye tests to ensure glaucoma does not take hold.

Glaucoma Week warning World Glaucoma Week (8 - 14 March) is a timely reminder for Aussies to take a closer look at their eye health, with optometrists and Glaucoma Australia urging residents to get their eyes checked on a regular basis. glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. The disease effects 300,000 Australians, however due to glaucoma having few symptoms, half are not aware that they have the disease.

Beaconsfield Eyecare optometrist, Gemma

Cowan says that glaucoma is often nicknamed the ‘silent thief of sight’ because peripheral vision loss occurs at such a gradual pace, it often goes unnoticed until it’s too late.

“Glaucoma cannot be self-detected. In most cases there are no symptoms or early warning signs to let you know there is something wrong with your eyes. The only way to check if you have glaucoma is to have an eye exam including an optic nerve check which is simple and completely pain-free”.

About 1 in 200 people will have glaucoma by the time they reach the age of 40. By age 80, 1 in 8 people will have the disease. You are at a higher risk of developing glaucoma if you have a family history of glaucoma, have high eye pressure, have diabetes, have been on a prolonged course of cortisone (steroid) medication, experience migraines, or have a history of high or low blood pressure.

“I recommend a routine eye test to check for glaucoma around the age of 40, even if you

are not having any issues with your vision. If you wait until you notice difficulties with your sight (which many people notice in their early to mid 40s), it could be too late, particularly if you have any risk factors,” said Gemma.

To make a booking with Gemma for a comprehensive glaucoma check including a 3D OCT scan of the optic nerve, contact Beaconsfield Eyecare on 8726 9977 or visit her at 45 Wallace Street, Beaconsfield.

New doctors join the team New Patients Welcome Welcoming Dr. Agnes Brosz and Dr. Stephen Moody For appointments :

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Berwick Healthcare has announced that two well known local doctors will join the practice in March.

Dr Stephen Moody and Dr Agnes Brosz will be permanently located at Berwick Healthcare making a welcome addition to the team.

Berwick Healthcare is focused on the community and offers a wide range of services for families, the elderly and students.

The team of doctors specialise in women’s health, family planning, reproductive and contraceptive needs, mental health, eating disorders, chronic disease, skin lesions and vaccinations including childhood and travel.

There is also a Diabetic Educator onsite.

Berwick Healthcare is a student health service located in the education precinct at 76 Clyde Road, Berwick, on the campus of Federation Uni and nearby Chisholm / Latrobe TAFE. It is a not for profit practice with a special interest in training GP registrars and teaching

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Bookings can be made online via the website www.berwickhealthcare.com.au or phone 9796 1500.

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A rich vein of experience Dr Louis Loizou isn’t vain but he sure knows about them.

Phlebologist Dr Loizou has been running Vein Solutions in Narre Warren for the past 20 years and has been treating all types of vein abnormalities for more than two decades.

“I provide treatment for abnormal leg veins of all types from spiderveins to varicose veins and leg ulcers,” Dr Loizou said.

“I provide minimally invasive leg vein treatments requiring no hospitalisation, no general anaesthetic - virtually back to work immediately.

“What makes Vein Solutions different is that we offer basically walk in and walk out procedures that are proven to be very effective negating the need for hospitalisation.”

Vein Solution also offers a discount to pensioners and health care card holders.

The focus of the business, according to Dr Loizou is leg veins that are abnormal including spider veins and varicose veins.

“We provide a full comprehensive assessment which includes investigation with Duplex Scanning,” he said.

The doctor has been treating leg veins for 28 years and been a board member of the main credentialing body - the Australasian College of Phlebology for 20 years - holding the vicepresident role and is current the honorary secretary.

Find Vein Solutions at the Narre Warren Specialist Centre, at the corner of Prospect Hill Road and Narre Warren North Road. Open Monday to Wednesday 9am to 5.30pm. Phone 8790 3352 or 9855 0990.

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By Brendan Rees A horrified mother has detailed the moment her car was shot at while she was driving in a dimly lit area of Cranbourne with her teenage daughter.

Chantal Rochecouste was travelling along Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road about 1.30am on Saturday 15 February when she and her daughter heard a bang, which they later discovered had appeared to be a bullet-hole in the rear window of their Ford Territory.

"We're just driving along, singing along; we're listening to some tunes ... and then I recall a massive flash of light; at the same time we heard a massive bang," Ms Rochecouste said.

"There were no other cars so I knew I hadn't hit anyone.

"Initially I thought the street light had fallen," she said.

Her 18-year-old daughter Monique, who was sitting in the front passenger's seat, turned around and yelled out "mum your window ... it's smashed".

After pulling over, Ms Rochecouste said they found the window "hanging by a thread" with a bullet hole in the top left corner - and immediately called triple-zero.

"I didn't see anyone. I didn't see anything.

There was just nothing there," she explained.

Ms Rochecouste, 41, said as they waited for police to arrive they felt like "sitting ducks" as they locked themselves in the car with the headlights on and engine running.

When police did attend, Ms Rochecouste said they confirmed the bullet-hole was the likely result of someone discharging a ball bearing firearm.

The officers combed through the car, looking for clues and a possible ball bearing but

Dr Louis Loizou.

Dr Louis Loizou of Vein Solutions Medical Clinic is now located at the Narre Warren Specialist Centre Dr Loizou has been treating leg veins of all types in the Narre Warren area for over 20 years.

Modern minimally invasive techniques are used in various combinations to treat veins and venous ulcers and negate the need for hospitalisation and long post-operative recovery.

For an initial consultation please contact Vein Solutions Medical Clinic on 9855 0990

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The rear-window after it was struck by an object.

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"They said it had definitely been shot at, most likely a ball-bearing. Apparently that's happening a few times in the area," Ms Rochecouste said.

"At that force, it could go anywhere," police told her.

"As far as I know, they've got a couple of warrants they're going to be doing ... on houses," Ms Rochecouste said.

Ms Rochecouste, a hypnotherapist and spiritual healer, was later told by detectives that she was the third victim in about two months who had been targeted in a similar shooting.

The incident has shaken Ms Rochecouste, who had been driving to her Narre Warren home after finishing work.

"I just don't think these people or these kids or whoever who's doing it understand that there could be really dire consequences.

"I could've easily turn and hit something ... it could've been a lot worse.

"It's very, very frightening".

Casey Crime Investigation Unit, who has been contacted for comment, have confirmed the incident and are investigating.

Charges over stabbing Three people have been charged after a man was allegedly stabbed during an altercation in Cranbourne West on Thursday 27 February.

The incident unfolded at a residence on Breens Road about 5.15am where the victim, a 38-year-old man was transported to hospital in a serious condition.

Later the same day officers from the Southern Metro Fugitive Team and Casey Crime Investigation Unit arrested three people arrested three people at a motel on the South Gippsland Highway, Cranbourne.

The trio were taken to a nearby police station where they were interviewed in relation to the alleged stabbing, police say.A 28-yearold man from Cranbourne has been charged with two counts of intentionally cause serious injury, two counts of recklessly cause serious injury, two counts of theft of motor vehicle and breaching an intervention order.

He has been remanded to appear at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on Friday 28 February.A 31-year-old man from Berwick is expected to be charged on summons for theft of motor vehicle.

An 21-year-old woman from Bairnsdale is expected to charged on summons for assault and theft of motor vehicle

A man is arrested following a stabbing in Cranbourne West.

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Helping students flourish Maranatha Christian School is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2020.

Located on Rix Road, Officer, the school caters for Early Learning Centre (ELC) to Year 6. It was originally founded in Doveton before expanding to Endeavour Hills and then Officer in 2006.

Jenny Rus, the school’s Head of Site and Deputy Principal, is an exceptional leader who was recently selected as a finalist in the National Excellence in Teaching Awards.

“This year, Maranatha celebrates 50 years in Christian education, and we are looking forward to ongoing celebrations throughout the year. We are committed to continuous improvement which enables our students to flourish academically," Jenny said.

The Maranatha model places emphasis on academic growth and student wellbeing, setting a firm foundation for students to discover and develop their God-given gifts, abilities and character for a life of service, wherever that may lead.

“We have a strong focus on teacher training so they can be well equipped and at their best.

We invest into our teachers and their personal development as we believe that learning is a lifelong skill.”

The school's Early Learning Centre recently underwent a detailed National Quality Assessment and Rating visit, receiving a rating of Exceeding National Quality Standards.

“It is fantastic to receive this recognition and a privilege to be part of a professional team with high expectations and standards.

Our early learning programs and exceptional emphasis on early year’s education has seen our ELC achieve the highest rating possible and we couldn’t be more delighted," Jenny said.

The Officer student leadership team.

“It’s not common to receive these ratings.

This is a fantastic achievement for Maranatha and is a testament to our commitment to providing the best to all our students.”

“It’s amazing to see the difference between the Preps that come through our ELC as opposed to children that don’t. Their attention span, writing skills and fine motor skills are brilliant.”

Maranatha also has exceptional sporting

and performing arts facilities.

“Our main oval is comparable to the size of the MCG and we have a number of other playing fields. We also have an indoor hall for sports and host many sporting events on site.

"Our performing arts center was built to include great acoustics, which lends itself to a professional theatre experience. The facilities are also made available to the local community.

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For enrolment enquiries please call Janet De Jong on 9709 7217 or go to Marantha.vic. edu.au

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Brentwood Park Primary School celebrate their colourful and artistic work.

River Gum Primary School students with their certificates.

Students draw cool art A school art competition has given young artists in Casey a chance to shine with Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas honouring the students' work.

Government schools took part in Mr Maas' Community Matters Bookmark Art Competition during 2019.

Grade 5 students from the participating schools entered the competition with the design emphasis on the theme of 'diversity in our community'.

Each participating school had finalists with a winner decided by a poll on Facebook. The winners' pictures were then made into bookmarks and distributed amongst each of their schools.

Mr Maas was pleased to recently visit local primary schools to hand out bookmarks to students.

The winners were Iliana Anahi Alam (Brentwood Park Primary School), Lucas Bartlett

(Strathaird Primary School), Akein Siriwardane (Berwick Fields Primary School), Amelia Klat (Hillsmeade Primary School), Mia Carla Gomez (River Gum Primary School), and Vinuli Goonasekera (Oakgrove Community Centre), with each receiving a certificate and book voucher for their winning entries.

Mr Maas thanked all those involved in the Community Matters Bookmark Art Competition and encouraged local students to keep reading.

"It's fantastic to see local students in Narre Warren South unleash their artistic skills in the inaugural Community Matters Bookmark Art Competition whilst also looking into the important topic of diversity," Mr Maas said.

"These bookmarks will be distributed to young bookworms from the participating schools and I hope all students open their eyes to the world of books around them".

Winning bookmark entries on display.

2020 School Tours TUESDAY 3 MARCH - 10.00 am ELC to Year 6 - Coeducational, Berwick Campus Year 7 to 12 - Senior Girls, Berwick Campus

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FIND OUT INFORMATION REGARDING: • Our Learning Communities and facilities • S.E.A.L. applications • School bus transport • Inclusive Education program • Extra-curricular programs • Learning a musical instrument • And more…….

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New leader Rivercrest Christian College welcomes its new Head of College, Ms Christine Lucas.

Christine and her family recently moved from the Australian Capital Territory to Berwick and are loving their new community.

Christine has extensive experience as an educational leader, working in public schools, in both Commonwealth and Territory education departments specialising in teacher quality and school improvement and leadership.

Christine is also has an experience as a school principal in the independent sector.

It’s Christine’s passion for creating evidence based and future focused learning environments that led her to the leadership role at Rivercrest Christian College. She sees Rivercrest as uniquely and specifically designed for preparing young people for a dynamic future, where curriculum is grounded in 21st century thinking, and encompasses a strong Christian worldview through its Christian staff.

Rivercrest students are encouraged to recognise the contribution and responsibility they have locally and beyond to engender greater harmony among the people of the world; to be respectful, compassionate, creative and critical thinkers, who, although prepared to challenge prevailing ideas, are also sensitive and reflective; to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.

The Primary Campus caters for students from 3 years-of-age (in the Early Learning

2021 Enrolments PRIMARY TOURS FOR 2020 ENROLMENTS

Schools around the country can apply for grants of up to $500 to learn more about the impact of Stolen Generations history on Australia.

The grants enable teachers to bring history to life with age appropriate lesson plans that include the option for schools to receive book bundles with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander literature.

The Healing Foundation Chair Professor Steve Larkin said the grants would support schools to engage students in meaningful "truth telling" activities about Australia’s past.

“We’ve seen a national shift in perception around Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues and this is being driven, in part, by a thirst for more Indigenous knowledge at the school level,” he said.

“Parents understand their children’s desire to know more about the true history of Australia and the schools kit is a great way to educate our kids and we’re seeing that flow on to Mum and Dad. “We all share the same past and understanding our common history and rewriting the story in a safe way means that together we take some of the stigma out of the narrative.”

The Healing Foundation’s Stolen Generations Reference Group Chair Ian Hamm said the schools kit played an important part in healing the nation and for the thousands of children who were forcibly removed from their families and communities between 1910 and the 1970s.

“The schools kit is an important part of the ongoing healing of our nation,” he said.

“My hope is that all schools will one day soon be teaching our kids what really happened so that together we can create change that builds a better future for Australia.”

The Stolen Generations Resource Kit for Teachers and Students was developed by The Healing Foundation in consultation with Stolen Generations survivors, teachers, parents and curriculum writers.

It includes suggested lesson plans for Foundation Year through to Year 9 and professional learning tools for teachers. Each year level includes four activities that can be taught over a day, week, month or term, mapped to the Australian Curriculum.

Grant applications open on 3 March and close on 15 April. To find out more or apply visit www.healingfoundation.org.au/schools

Rivercrest Wednesday, 6 May from 6:45pm Learn about the Rivercrest new Middle Years (Years 6-10) and hear about our plans for the Diploma Programme (Years 11 & 12), scheduled for 2024 with Ms Christine Lucas, Head of College and Mr Brendan Kelly, Crest Executive Principal.

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The Senior Years will incorporate Years 11 and 12.

All families are invited to the upcoming Rivercrest Christian College Open School morning on Tuesday 25 February. Take the opportunity to see the college and to explore a school that will serve the needs of your children, both now and for the future.

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KINROSS, BERWICK'S MOST DESIRED HOME STEEPED in history, Kinross is surely Berwick’s most desired property.

The grand home sits on a substantial 2/3 acre block in the heart of Palmerston Street, Berwick.

On offer is a Victorian-style brick home set amid magnificent Golden Oak and Norfolk pine trees. Elegance and class are words that instantly come to mind.

Believed to have been built for the Sweeneys, a pioneer district family in the 1860s, and also used as a holiday retreat for nuns, this property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Berwick’s history.

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With many original features, part of the home is heritage protected, however the entire residence has been impressively renovated and extended over the years.

The original cellar of the home is still in use.

Highlights of the property are the tall ceilings, Blackbutt hardwood flooring, open fireplaces in most rooms and the original cellar, which is still in use.

The property is complemented by zoned ducted heating, refrigerated cooling, automated window furnishings, CCTV, abundant storage and remote-control tripleplus garage.

Providing a perfect blend of indooroutdoor space, this first-class home has an external pool-house with built-in BBQ where many a lazy Sunday afternoon is bound to be spent.

Both public and private schools and a vast array of hospitals and universities are at your fingertips.

Let the tradition of quality and elegance continue as Kinross is now ready for a family to celebrate this superb central Berwick lifestyle. ●

2/27A A’BECkETT RoAd BUNYIP Timeless Brick veneer unit on 324sqm, offering 3bd, 2bth & dbl R/C garage. Family lounge at front of home with central kitchen - gas stove, electric oven, dishwasher & breakfast bar open to the dining/living space. Access to spacious yard & alfresco area through glass slider. Ducted heating & R/C S/System for year round comfort. Short walk to Bunyip CBD for Vline service, Doctor, Supermarket, Cafes, Restaurants & so much more! Only 5 units on this immaculately kept complex –Act Quick!

View: 7/03/2020 11am-11:30am $420,000 - $450,000 Internet Id: 20495272 View property and more details at www.sej.com.au

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 41-43 Palmerston Street, Berwick, VIC 3806 Price: Expressions Of Interest Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 study, 3 garage Inspect: Strictly by appointment Contact: Kristen Turner 0410 615 228, PEAKE REAL ESTATE 9707 5300

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AUCTION

AUCTION

1/3 VESPER DRIVE, NARRE WARREN

4/3 VESPER DRIVE, NARRE WARREN

• Superb Corner site, with excellent exposure • Long Term tenant with new 4-year lease commenced Feb 2020 • Current income $46,800 PA, Ex GST & outgoings • Building Area 410sqm (approx.)

• Zoned industrial 1 • Onsite parking • Add a little colour to your investment Auction Friday March 27th at 11:00am

AUCTION

• Excellent Long-term tenant, with a proven history • Secure lease to July 2022, Further option 1x2 years • Current Income $51,648 PA Ex GST and outgoings • Building area 503sqm (approx.)

• Onsite parking Auction Friday March 27th at 11:00am

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A well layed investment Proven tenant with long term history Leased to July 2022 plus one further term of 2 years Current income $33,750 PA Ex GST & outgoings Building Area 451sqm (approx.)

Zoned industrial 1 Onsite parking Close to major arterials and town centre

Auction Friday March 27th at 1:00pm

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

Terms 10% deposit, Balance 30/60 days

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CONTEMPORARY DESIGN / TIMELESS LIVING A collection of 3 & 4 bedroom residences situated in a private enclave in the heart of Berwick Village still remain. With completion of the development due in coming months, a selection of uniquely crafted residences developed by award-winning Pask Group and designed by DKO Architects, will be ready to occupy shortly.

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PAUL'S A TOP AGENT HARCOURTS senior sales consultant Paul May has been voted the top agent in Narre Warren South at the 2020 RateMyAgent awards.

Paul’s real estate career started 15 years ago prompted by a bad experience selling his own property.

“I had previously sold a property and received terrible service. I was told by a few friends, “If that is the level of service in the industry, you should become a real estate agent, because you will smash it.

“With the support of my amazing wife, the rest is history.“ Paul started his career with LJ Hooker in Cranbourne. He honed his skills with Ray White Cranbourne, Barry Plant Narre Warren and is now one of the senior agents at Harcourts Narre Warren South. At each company Paul won sales awards as a top performer.

“I enjoy helping people with their life decisions. Sometimes it can be very challenging, but I always focus on a high level of service and focus on the best possible result for all parties.“ Harcourts is the longest serving real estate agency in Narre Warren South thanks to its commitment to exceptional customer service.

“Our Harcourts’ values - People First, Doing the Right Thing, Being Courageous, Fun and Laughter - provide the foundation for our success,“ explained Paul.

Paul’s approach to his job is simple - “treat everyone as I would want to be treated“.

“Every person’s situation is different, but everyone deserves a high level of customer service. And have some fun along the way.

Sometimes selling your biggest asset can be stressful, I try and make it as stress free as possible.“ The RateMyAgent award was the latest

Brix Cai receiving his award.

A HIGH ACHIEVER in a string of accolades for Paul which included being awarded the No1 Agent for Client Experience for the Harcourts Victoria Group for the year ending 2019. He was also Ranked in the Top 100 performers for Harcourts Australia for 2019.

Paul will celebrate his latest win with those clients who gave him their vote of confidence.

“I want to thank them all and maybe enjoy a drink or two,“ he said. ●

PEAKE Real Estate was awarded the coveted Agent Achiever Of The Year at the 14th annual Australasian Real Estate Results Awards (ARERAs) held in Sydney late last month.

The ARERAs recognise the achievements of the top performing independent real estate agents throughout Australia and across the Tasman and is run by the Real Estate Results Network (RERN) – Australia’s leading network of independent agencies with more than 1400 members.

Peake Real Estate rose above the highly competitive field of finalists to win the Agent Achiever of the Year, which was awarded to

Brix Cai. Peake Director Kristen Turner congratulated Brix Cai on his outstanding efforts and results in 2019.

“The ARERA’s represent the peak achievement within the region's independent property sector and this year the field of finalists was by far the finest and most competitive I’ve seen.

“The fact that Brix Cai was awarded the Agent Achiever of the Year demonstrates his drive, leadership and professionalism. Brix Cai is a wonderful asset to the Peake Real Estate team and we look forward to watching his career continue to flourish.” ●

Narre Warren North 10-12 Cranston Close 2

It’s all about lifestyle

For Sale - Contact Agent

Are you looking for a great sized 4 bedroom plus study home with space for the whole family, all on 4049m2 land ready for you to enjoy? This is the property for you. This amazing property proudly boasting: Multiple living areas, modern kitchen and bathrooms, spacious bedrooms, open fire place, an amazing outdoor entertaining area, lots of shedding and room for so much more.

Inspect By Appointment www.harcourts.com.au/VNW27639

All this value makes it the perfect property, ready for you to move in and enjoy. The ideal position makes this the perfect place to call home being located close to quality schools, parks and lakes, public transport, Casey Central Shopping Central, Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, the Monash freeway and all other amenities. or possibly plan for your future and sub-divide into smaller lots with Council approval. For more information on this beautiful property, Call Paul May.

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It’s not often you come across a property in a class of it’s own, one with the ultimate wow factor! Well, we’ve found it and 10-12 Cranston Close is hitting the market in style!

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1792m2 in Olde Berwick Locale.

F4 G2 H4 For auction.

Inspect Contact Agent

Saturday 21 March at 11am Auction Saturday 21st March (unless sold prior) Welcome to 33-35 Brisbane Street Berwick, 1792m2 (approx.) of prime real estate, in what is sure to be one of the best streets in the south east corridor. Such a substantial block lends itself to an abundance of opportunity, and surely is going to impress those that have been holding back waiting to find the perfect slice of heaven. The home itself is light filled and airy, with 4 good size bedrooms, the master featuring ensuite and walk in robe.

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GREAT LIFESTYLE IN NARRE SOUTH ARE you looking for a great sized 4 bedroom plus study home with space for the whole family, all on a huge 4049m2 block? Then this is the property for you.

This amazing property boasts multiple living areas, cathedral ceilings, ducted heating, open fire place, a modern kitchen, huge outdoor entertaining area, enclosed study or 5th bedroom and ducted vacuum.

Outside are water tanks, a chook shed, double garage, singe garage, a 4 car garage with work shop space and so much more.

All this value makes it the perfect property, ready for you to move in and enjoy.

The property is ideally positioned close to quality schools, parks and lakes, public transport, Casey Central Shopping Central, Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, the Monash freeway and all other amenities.

Byers could possibly plan for their future and sub-divide into smaller lots with council approval.

For more information on this beautiful property, call Paul May. â—?

TRANQUIL SETTING SITUATED in the prestigious and tranquil Belmond on Clyde Estate, this property offers a lot more than meets the eye.

Customised with every upgrade included, the current owners have thought of it all.

For a family, this is a dream floor plan.

Conveniently tucked away and kept private at the front of the home is the master bedroom. The master bedroom is fitted with a walk in wardrobe and a huge full ensuite.

From the master, walking down the hall to the main hub of the home you will come

across a study that is the perfect space to get stuck into work or any studies.

The main hub of the home consists of a beautiful kitchen and large open plan dining and living area. The whole space is filled with natural light coming through the large windows.

The other bedrooms are tucked away at the back of the home with a kids' retreat so all the toys and games can be stored there whilst the rest of the home remains peaceful. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS

HOME ESSENTIALS

Address: 9-11 Hillsmeade Drive, Narre Warren South, VIC 3805 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 study, 7 garage Price: Contact agent Inspect: Open home or by private appointment Contact: Paul May 0417 488 721, HARCOURTS NARRE WARREN SOUTH

Address: 22 Hillwood Street, Clyde, VIC 3978 Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: By negotiation Inspect: Contact Agent Contact: Brett Armitage - 0400 102 319 or Brittny Ksenic 0421 733 486, RAY WHITE NARRE WARREN SOUTH

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TEAM DEBBIE BRETTONER WINS AGAIN! DEBBIE Brettoner has achieved a 4th consecutive win as RateMyAgent’s Berwick Agent of the Year.

Debbie made the massive shift to Ray White Berwick with her team in July 2019 - and has certainly not looked back.

It is a huge achievement for herself, as well as the team, to win this award for the fourth year in a row. It is a testament to Debbie’s service and professionalism to maintain her stellar results and exceptional testimonials. Debbie, who prides herself on transparency, local knowledge and negotiation skills, is always thrilled to receive positive and validating reviews.

Debbie attained an outstanding result of $1,030,000 for her vendors in Ridgemont Drive, Berwick.

“Debbie’s positivity and enthusiasm were a highlight of our experience dealing with her and her knowledge of the local real estate market is second to none,“ the vendor said.

“It has been a pleasure to work with Debbie and her team and I would recommend them to anyone considering selling their home.”

Another Berwick client claimed Debbie was “the best agent I’ve ever dealt with”.

Debbie credits her success in the real estate industry to, “treating every client and listing, from sale to settlement (and beyond), with the utmost importance and respect - in combination with good old fashioned hard work”.

Delivering excellent communication and expertise consistently ensures a successful campaign said Debbie.

“Debbie and her team professionally managed all aspects of the sale for us and it proceeded incredibly smoothly”, said another Berwick client. “She would certainly be our agent of choice in the future."

After all, repeat business is the ultimate testimonial. ●

Top Berwick agent Debbie Brettoner.

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Pakenham

5 Willowbank Pocket

$500,000 - $525,000

LAKESIDE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY A super location that allows easy access to sporting facilities, off the leash dog park, Lakeside Shops and Restaurants makes this a very attractive proposition. The home consists three good sized bedrooms, master with full ensuite and walk in robe, two living areas – formal lounge, large open family room incl. feature bay window and access to alfresco area at the rear. Low maintenance yard, garden shed and rear access off the double garage. Currently tenanted and ideal investment and better than Bank Interest – Now is the time to buy!!

Inspect Thursday 5th March 6:00 - 6:30pm

1/11 Henty Street

Pakenham

$469,500

ABSOLUTE QUALITY - BRAND NEW - CLOSE TO TOWN! Recently completed is this beautiful three bedroom townhouse with three bedrooms - master bedroom with walk in robe and full ensuite plus double garage. Private courtyard perfect for entertaining, open plan living zone with a quality list of inclusions – stone benchtops, ducted heating, air conditioning, Technika cooking appliances, gas hot water service, water tank plus double glazed windows. Walking distance to Pakenham CBD, Marketplace, Transport Hub and Supermarkets! You won’t find a better quality Townhouse, don’t delay make the move today!!

Inspect Saturday 7th March 11:30 - 12:00pm

Pakenham

4/21 Rogers Street

$420,000 - $460,000

WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO - QUIET LOCATION Luxury and style best describe this craftsman built 3 bedroom unit. Positioned within walking distance to the shopping precinct, this unit is ideal for the owner occupier or investor. Comprising of 3 large bedrooms, master with FES & WIR, built in robes to remaining bedrooms. The heart of the home is the stylish kitchen & meals area which provides access via double cedar doors to the appealing outdoor setting. A very spacious lounge will provide maximum comfort to it’s new owners. Other features include 2700mm ceilings, gas ducted heating, three split system air conditioners & double garage all on a 326m2 allotment. It’s described as a unit, but it’s as big as a house. I look forward to seeing you at our next open.

Pakenham

7/9 Rogers Street

$370,000 - $395,000

GREAT LOCATION - WALK EVERYWHERE Perfectly located within the township precinct is this well presented and appealing three bedroom unit which is surrounded by spacious lawns and gardens. The unit offers three large bedrooms all with built in robes, generous sized lounge with gas heating, The heart of the home is the kitchen/meals area which provides access to the large rear yard. Car accommodation is provided with a single lock up garage.

This unit is tucked away providing complete privacy with peace and quiet. Enquire today to secure this charming unit.

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Drizzle was no dampener

By Brendan Rees Not even grey clouds could dampen the fun these keen gardeners had at Endeavour Hills Neighbourhood Centre.

Holding umbrellas, about 25 people gathered for the official opening of a new community garden, developed with the help of the State Government's Pick My Project grant.

To celebrate, a garden workshop was held

by Morgan Koegel of 3000 acres who passed on some handy gardening tips, which was followed by a morning tea on Wednesday 26 February.

Endeavour Hills Neighbourhood Centre's community development officer Kim Peterson said the community garden was a space for people of all ages and backgrounds to come

together through a shared love of gardening and food.

"The gardens will provide a great sense of wellbeing for the community users of the garden as they make new connections with other people in their community, learn new skills, share knowledge, learn through on going workshops and share their outcomes in the garden to support other groups and organisations in our community," Ms Peterson said.

The garden, which took about 10 months to build, features eight garden beds.

The Neighbourhood Centre together with community gardens projects in Hallam, Berwick and Narre Warren South have shared a $200,000 grant from the State Government.

Casey's Relay for Life event will take place at Akoonah Park, Berwick on 13-14 March.

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Relay ready!

A sea of purple will descend on the City of Casey ahead of the Casey Relay For Life event from 13-14 March.

Relay for Life, an annual event featuring a walk to remember survivors of cancer and those who have lost their battles, will take place at Akoonah Park, Berwick, starting Friday 13 March.

The event has attracted $127,377 in donations with a goal of raising $400,000 - with 2,500 participants ready to take on the Casey's 24-hour relay event.

Now in its 17th year, the Casey Relay for Life has raised nealy $4.5 million for cancer research.

The event will include a candlelight ceremony to remember loved ones lost and support those currently facing cancer as well as activities, music, and games.

What makes this year's event more special is Donna Harrison, the chair of the event organising committee who has been selected as the 2020 Global Relay For Life Heroes of Hope.

Awarded by the American Cancer Society this elite group of cancer survivors and caregivers are a beacon of hope and inspiration to cancer patients, survivors and caregivers, and a reminder to all involved in the Relay across Australia to stay determined in the quest to elimitate cancer.

There is no better deserving candidate than Donna, who, after surviving an anplastic lymphoma diagnosis at the age of 39, is dedicating the next 10 year's of her life to the Casey Relay for Life.

The event starts on Friday 13 March at 5.45pm and Saturday 14 March at 6pm.

Morgan Koegel of 3000 Acres, left, joins Endeavour Hills Neighbourhood Centre manager Trudy Buchanan at the luanch of the community garden. 204328 Pictures: GARY SISSONS

WHAT’S ON grove Drive, Narre warren South -3805.

Phone: 0432246674

Wildlife fundraiser A 'Call of the Wild' food and music festival to raise money for wildlife injured in the recent bushfires will be held in Cranbourne in April.

Enjoy delicious food, beverages from the bar, music including DJs and live bands, kids' face painting and cultural performances. All profits will go to Wildlife Victoria and other small animal care organisations.

The Amazing Grace, 150 South Gippsland Highway, Cranbourne. Saturday 4 April, 1pm - 8.30pm.

Autumn plant sale Bargain hunters in search of the perfect plant are welcome to attend the Cranbourne Royal Botanic Gardens for an autumn plant sale of Australian plants – which will be hosted by the Growing Friends group of the Cranbourne Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. A wide range of Australian plants in tubes and larger pots will be for sale – priced from $3.

Saturday and Sunday 14- 15 March from 10am – 4pm. Royal Botanic Garden Victoria – Cranbourne (Corner Ballarto Road and Botanic Drive, Cranbourne)

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Does your child have a passion for art? Contact Cranbourne Community House and enrol them in our Kid's art classes. 49 Valepark Crescent Cranbourne. Ph. 5996 2941

Hallam Community Learning Centre AGM The Hallam Community Learning Centre shall be holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 12 March, 2020 at 1pm. Light afternoon tea available afterwards, all welcome.

Call 9703 1688 or email admin@hallamclc. com.au for catering purposes.

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Community Open Day Cranbourne Community House - not for profit organisation - is holding a free community open day. The open day will include many activities such as princess meet and greet with Elsa and Belle, petting zoo, face painting and a free sausage sizzle.

Saturday 29 February, 10am to 2pm at 49 Valepark Crescent Cranbourne, 5996 2941.

Phone: 5996 2941. www.cranbournecommunityhouse.com

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Berwick Seniors activities Berwick Senior Citizens is inviting anyone over the age of 55 to join their sociable and friendly over 55s Club. They participate in many in-house activities each week including, bingo, games, lunches and the occasional outing.

110 High St, Berwick. Contact: 9707 2017

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Series, which is free for all, will take guests on a journey through tranquil and uplifting Indian music, while they enjoy a morning cup of authentic chai. Made up of four outdoor sessions in the Bunjil Place Plaza, these Dawn Ragas are designed to elevate participants mental state with blissful Indian classical music from local and international musicians.

When: Friday 28 February at 7.30 am, Friday 13 and 27 March at 7.30 am. Where: Bunjil Place Plaza, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren. For more information visit the Bunjil Place website.

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Narre Warren and District Family History Group The general meeting will feature guest speaker Jane Rivett-Carnac who will be talking about Trove. As Jane always says, there is more to Trove than just newspapers.Sometimes the search can be frustrating because you can not find what you are looking for, or you can be overwhelmed with too much information. Join us for a journey through the treasures of Trove and bring your questions and hints so we can problem solve together. After our speaker we will have supper and then the General will start.

Please contact Lynne Bradley at president@nwfhg.org.au or phone 0413 182 551. All visitors are welcome to attend.

Wednesday 11 March from 7.30pm at the

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Twilight Car Boot Sale

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World Day of Prayer Friday 6 March is the date World Day of Prayer is celebrated. A service will be held at the Berwick Church of Christ, 446 Centre Road, Berwick at 10am. Women of Zimbabwe have planned the Service with the theme "Rise! Take up your mat and walk!" A warm welcome is extended to everyone.

Contact Pam Jobling for further information.

Ph. 97695189

· Berwick Stamp Club ·

The next meeting of Berwick Stamp Club will be held on March 8th at the Old Cheese Factory in Homestead Road, Berwick. Starting at 2pm the meetings are held in a relaxed and informal manner and most of the members are mainly occupied perusing the exchange books which are sourced from other philatelic clubs.

Children and visitors are welcome. Following a recent article in the Gazette a number of lapsed stamp collectors have contacted the club for advice and some have even donated their collection to the club. Further details can be obtained from Terry Prendergast on 5942 7626 or from Geoff Legge on 5941 2609.

Yoga and Mindfulness Kids program, where kids are involved in varies activates, which supports and enhances focus, Fostering compassion and self- esteem, boosting confidence, building empathy and happiness. Event Sunday 3 to 4pm, 11 to 16 yrs, 4 to 5pm, 6 to 10 yrs. Cost: $80 per term or $12 per session.

Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101, Oakgrove Drive, Narre warren South -3805. Phone: 0432246674

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Women's Learning Social group Women's from different background come together in a friendly, informal atmosphere while developing sewing/ Craft skills.

Every Monday 1pm to 3pm. Cost: free (Babysitting - $20 per Term). Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101, Oakgrove Drive, Narre warren South -3805. Phone: 0432246674

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Happy Feet Fitness One of Australia's largest children's fitness and entertainment program, developing education content, creativity and social development skills.

Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101, Oak-

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A twilight car boot sale will be held on 28 March from 3pm to 9pm at Warneet Sports Reserve, Rutherford Rd Warneet. There will be a sausage sizzle, raffles, coffee and cold drinks, live music, brigade displays and activities. For enquiries call 5998 7146.

Social dancing One-hour classes in New Vogue, Ballroom, and Latin Dancing continue, and are now at 3 locations as follows: Mondays 6pm. at Balla Balla Community Centre, East Cranbourne Thursdays 1.30pm at Outlook Community Centre, Pakenham (new beginner class!)

Thursdays 7pm. at Brentwood Park Community Centre, Berwick A social dance will also be held on Friday 28 February, and will occur on the last Friday of every month, at Brentwood Park Berwick.

For all enquiries please contact Di on 0408343202 or email difen69@bigpond.net. au"

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Sally’s a lady of the track By sports editor Russell Bennett The Cranbourne racing industry is brimming with pride with one of its own potentially in line to take out the prestigious 2020 Lady of Racing Award.

Jockey, trainer, and Cranbourne clerk of the course Sally Wynne is one of a quartet of finalists, also including retrainer Fiona McIntyre, former president of the Victorian Wakeful Club Jenny Moodie, and founder of the Racing Hearts program Lisa Coffey.

The Lady of Racing Award was established in 1993 by the Victorian Wakeful Club and recognises females who have played a significant role in the thoroughbred racing and breeding industries.

This year's winner will be announced at the annual Lady of Racing Award luncheon at The Glasshouse on Friday, two days before International Women's Day. Credited as one of the most successful female apprentices of her time, Wynne currently combines her riding career on the country circuit with her role as a clerk of the course.

Wynne was one of the first recipients of a dual trainer and jockey licence, paving the way for her fellow female jockeys, including previous Lady of Racing Award winner Michelle Payne.

Racing Victoria chief executive Giles Thompson said the awards highlighted the continued commitment being made by female members of the racing industry to both equine and human welfare.

"In a year where we have seen an increased focus on equine welfare, it's very pleasing to see two RV-acknowledged retrainers in Fiona McIntyre and Lisa Coffey recognised for the tireless work they do every day in rehoming

Casey's Sally Wynne is one of four finalists for the prestigious 2020 Lady of Racing Award. retired racehorses," Thompson said.

"Racing is a multidimensional industry with various roles in numerous vocations, and it is pleasing to see nominations for Jenny Moodie, who has been instrumental in establishing world-class breeding operations here in Victoria, and Sally Wynne, who is not only a talented jockey and clerk of the course but also a leader for women in both training and riding."

Cranbourne Turf Club chief executive Neil

Bainbridge said the organisation was "thrilled for Sally".

"She comes from a great racing family with a long association in the sport, through (parents) Dianne, who is a trainer, and Kevin who's been a clerk of the course for a number of years," Bainbridge said.

"Sally has forged her own career in racing, not only being a successful rider, but also with a trainer's license as well. She's been a great stalwart of the Cranbourne racing industry and we'd be delighted for her if she won - she's

a very worthy finalist."

Wynne as 441 winners to her name as a jockey, and horses she's ridden have amassed nearly $7 million in prizemoney.

She also has four winners to her name as a trainer.

"Winning this award would just be great recognition for Sally," Bainbridge added.

"People often forget that she's probably up at 4am, and she's here on a Friday night as a clerk of the course as well."

They’re taking huge strides forward in West Gippsland The pathway for local girls into women's cricket was highlighted significantly on Sunday at Starling Road in Officer when the hometown Bullants and Carlisle Park went head-to-head for the WGCA All-Star Girls crown.

In what was a carnival-like atmosphere in front of a bumper crowd, the Vikings completed the double after finishing on top of the ladder and then claiming the Bendigo Bank Cup in their grand final win.

West Gippsland's girls competition has taken massive strides forward since its inception three years ago. Seven clubs competed in 2020, and the standard of the cricket played has clearly risen significantly.

The WGCA's girls cricket committee opted to create a carnival where participants could have fun in a full, immersive cricket experience before the commencement of play.

The Cardinia Life 'Street Team' entertained a host of local youngsters in Officer on Sunday, while Cricket Victoria's Region 8 manager and Pakenham Premier XI skipper - Rob Elston conducted a skills clinic to give the kids a taste of the action out in the middle.

Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Cricket Club star Hayleigh Brennan was also on hand to help take the youngsters through their paces, pose for photos with them, and answer their probing questions.

Out in the middle, Officer won the toss and batted first - reaching 11/90 from their allotted overs. In reply, the Vikings countered with 5/125. Carlisle Park's steadiness in the field

Carlisle Park and Officer put on a WGCA All-Star Girls Twenty20 grand final to remember on the weekend.

Picture: COURTESY OF SHONA LYNCH and line-and-length, stump-to-stump bowling was a particular standout of the game, with Alyssa Jackel shining - claiming 4/6 and scoring 10 not out.

Following the game, Brennan presented premiership medallions to the winning players, while Liz Wade - the Bendigo Bank's Kooweerup branch manager - presented the cup.

Officiating umpire Michael Dawes, a small army of volunteers from Officer, and the WGCA officials were also thanked for their involvement in, and organisation of a fantastic day's cricket.

Kim Isaacs, the coach of the Officer girls side and a trailblazer of women's sport in her own right, praised the performance of a standout Carlisle Park outfit, but also spoke about

the significance of the All-Star girls tournament.

She spoke about how over 50 per cent of women between the ages of 18 and 64 don't participate in enough physical activity, and urged females of all ages to get involved in sport - at whatever level.

"It's up to us as volunteers to create an environment that encourages them to get involved - that's very important," she said.

"Some girls almost feel shunned away from playing sport - and that's any sporting environment."

Isaacs said it was vital to have a welcoming environment that allowed girls to flourish - particularly in their formative sporting years.

"We're in a grand final and some of these girls (prior to this season) had never, ever played cricket before so getting those new girls in - with some of them starting at the age of 10 - it's just been unbelievable," she said.

"We've got girls who're 10-years-old playing in this game, and that's fantastic.

"It's the really good thing about it, and as much as you want to walk away with the silverware, the main thing is that they're participating.

"When I started playing cricket I started at the age of 10, playing against adult women (because) that was the only league I could play in.

"To see this pathway develop, it makes you feel really warm inside as a coach, and just as an administrator of women's sport."

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Demons’ key Casey clash

By Tyler Lewis Fittingly, the Melbourne Demons will host a crucial AFLW clash on their home deck at Casey Fields on International Women's Day this Sunday.

The Demons are encouraging all supporters, young and old, to come and cheer on the girls as they take on West Coast, hoping to secure a spot in the final four.

Melbourne young gun Casey Sherriff is looking forward to playing for the Dees on International Women's Day, and after some of the scrutiny the sport has received in the past, the improvement of the players will be noticeable first-hand on Sunday from 3.10pm.

"It is pretty significant," she said.

"Especially in women's footy, we have copped a bit over the last couple years.

"I think it will be cool to get out there and show how far we have come over the last few seasons - we have really come a long way."

Sherriff is hopeful the crowd turns out on Sunday for the occasion as Casey Fields means a lot to the Dees, while adding the game is ever growing through the support of onlookers.

"I think at Casey Fields it (a big crowd) is definitely a big deal," she said.

"We have only had one game out there this season, so hopefully - being International Women's Day - we can get a big crowd Sunday.

"It is a pretty surreal feeling having so many people wanting to come and watch us women kick the footy around.

"Not just at Casey Fields, we trained down at AAMI Park and we had people come visit the facilities and we didn't even have change rooms for the last three years, we had a family come in and notice we didn't have change rooms and they wanted to donate money towards us having change rooms.

"I think that is pretty cool that people want

Casey Sherriff celebrates in the driving rain. 205760 to put in the money and effort."

While only 21 herself, Sherriff believes young girls watching AFLW can find inspiration in the matches, as it is achievable and encouraged for all girls to go out and have a kick of the footy.

"I never grew up playing footy, it wasn't

Picture: COURTESY OF AFL PHOTOS even a dream of mine because it never existed," she said.

"I think having that platform for girls growing up now, they can see us playing footy and aspire for that in the future.

"It is getting bigger and better every year, even though the men's team; they have supported us a lot in the last couple years.

"It is just growing bigger and better every year."

The first bounce is set to be laid down into the Casey Fields centre circle from 3.10pm on Sunday, 8 March. With the weather looking crystal clear, a big crowd could well and truly get the Demons into finals contention.

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pecially from left field Tracey Stockdale - who caught everything in the air, including a great running effort - kept them in the game early.

The Geronimos' bats eventually got going with 11 runs in the fourth inning to run out 17-1 winners.

The Cobras went up against the Young Guns in the Open Women's 2 category. Young Guns are a strong batting side and received home runs from Brooke Steendam, Teisha StoterWallace, and Paige Morrison. A highlight for the Cobras was young catcher Zoe Carter combining with Margie Steendam at third to pick off one of the Young Guns' runners. Young Guns eventually won 12-2. The second Open Women's 2 game saw a close contest between Doveton and Casey Combined. Casey jumped out of the blocks with an early 5-1 lead but a fast-finishing Doveton scored nine uns in the top of the third inning to record a 10-7 win.

Best for Doveton was Chelsea Kimber, and for Casey it was Brenda Nicholson.

Open Women 1 saw a great game between Doveton and the Berwick Kizemars. Strong fielding from both sides saw runs hard to come by but Tarynn Stafford had a great day at bat for Berwick, and Chelsea Kimber hit a big triple, scoring three runs to keep Doveton in the game. But Berwick held on in a tight one to win 8-6.

There was just the one game this week in the men's competition, with the Cobras up against Chiefs United. The Chiefs' pitching and fielding was too strong, and kept the Cobras scoreless, recording a 6-0 win. Best for the Chiefs was Steve Collier, while Aaron Kogtevs shone for the Cobras.

There are no games this weekend due to the Labour Day long weekend holiday. The last of the home and away rounds is on 14 March, with the finals then getting underway.

QUIZ NUMBER 1701 1. WHICH Aussie scored the fastest Test century ever seen at the SCG against the Windies in 2015-6?

2. IN which Queensland town was champion golfer Karrie Webb born?

3. WHO trained 1981 Melbourne Cup winner Just A Dash?

4. WHAT is the Big Bash team from Hobart known as?

5. TWO Australian cricketers have scored double centuries at Lord’s. Don Bradman was one; who was the other?

6. WHO gave his name to a revolutionary style of high jumping at the 1968 Olympics?

7. WHAT sport is played with mallets and hoops?

8. WHICH Australian tennis legend is the son of a high court judge?

9. WHICH famous pop star had a brief romance with English tennis star Sue Barker in 1982?

10. WHICH American sport was rocked by allegations of match fixing in the 1920s and ‘30s?

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12. WHICH famous Brazilian Formula One racing driver died after a crash in 1994?

13. WHAT are the four throwing events in athletics?

14. WHICH city hosted the Olympic Games in conjunction with the 1904 World’s Fair?

15. WHICH country won every relay (running and swimming) at the 1984 Olympics?

16. WHICH famous Australian sculling champion later became the Sydney police chief?

17. WHICH Australian boxer won 22 straight fights between 1966 and 1969?

18. WHICH New Zealander in 1983 became the first foreigner to win the New York City Marathon?

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20. WHAT was the name of the American yacht that lost the America’s Cup in 1983?

ANSWERS: 1. David Warner 2. Ayr 3. Tommy Smith 4. The Hurricanes 5. Bill Brown 6. Dick Fosbury (The Fosbury flop) 7. Croquet 8. Neale Fraser 9. Cliff Richard 10. Baseball 11. Bjorn Borg 12. Ayrton Senna 13. Discus, hammer, javelin and shot-put 14. St Louis 15. The United States 16. Merv Wood 17. Lionel Rose 18. Rod Dixon 19. The Kangaroos 20. Liberty

For the second week in a row, Casey Softball had perfect conditions greet its players.

In the mixed under-15s Doveton faced off against Berwick. Doveton was the stronger team on the day, jumping out to an early lead and never looking back, winning 16-2.

The best for Doveton was Keira Hoad, while for Berwick Vancouver Estall shone.

An all-Cobras affair saw Cobras Grey take on Maroon.

The contest was evenly-matched early on, but Cobras Grey finished stronger, defeating Maroon 16-9.

The best players were Sarina Levy at first, and Dan Turner at centre field.

In the mixed under-13s it was Royal Falcons up against the Cobras.

The top-aged Cobras were too strong for the very young Royal Falcons, winning 11-2.

Rachel Steendam was best for the Cobras, and Vancouver Estall for the Royal Falcons.

A particularly-determined Berwick played a strong, consistent game against Doveton.

Doveton rallied in the latter part of the clash but Berwick held on for a 12-4 win.

Best for Berwick was Jesse Hawker, while for Doveton it was Shelby Evers.

The social women's is the strongest competition in the league, with seven teams playing each week.

The Penguins were too strong for Chiefs United as strong batting throughout the game saw the Penguins win 22-2. Best for the Penguins was Tracey McMinimee, while for the Chiefs Amelia Figota was a standout.

MVP also had a strong game against the Cranbourne Comets. Their strong batting saw them score in every innings, to comfortably win 15-4.

Best for MVP was Ash Paterson, and for the Comets it was Amanda Clunes. Berwick Geronimo was up next against the Cobras.

Normally a strong batting side, Geronimo got off to a very slow start.

Some fabulous fielding from the Cobras, es-

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A Narre South gun fires

By Nick Creely Narre South star Morteza Ali has been crowned as the Dandenong District Cricket Association's champion player of the 2019/20 season, claiming the prestigious Alan Wookey Medal.

In the count - held at the Dandenong Club on Sunday - the Lions all-rounder capped off an extraordinary Turf 1 individual season, and has been a driving force in the club's incredible rise into third spot after being promoted from Turf 2 only a year ago.

The all-rounder was at his destructive best at the top-of-the-order for the Lions throughout the season, crunching 438 runs at 33.7 in the regular season games, with a blistering 125 against North Dandenong his most prolific performance of the year.

With the ball Ali was equally as consistent, snaring 24 wickets at 15.1, with two five-wicket hauls - 5/11 against St Mary's and 5/58 against Hallam Kalora Park - often providing the huge breakthroughs in crunch games for his side.

Ali will be a major factor with the DDCA finals set to kick off this weekend, with his Lions set for a home final against reigning premiers, Buckley Ridges.

In a tight count throughout the day, Berwick star Matt Chasemore finished three votes behind on 33, after a run-soaked season for the Bears, and led the count until the final round where Ali got four votes to claim the win.

The ex-Premier Cricket great crunched 617 runs in the regular season for the Bears in his most prolific season of cricket for a couple of years.

Buckley Ridges run machine David White (30) finished in third position in the count, while Springvale South's Ateeq Javid and Berwick speedster James Wilcock rounded out the top five.

The Turf 1 Team of the Year was also announced on the day. Selected were: Morteza

Morteza Ali claimed the prestigious Wookey Medal on Sunday. 204935 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Ali (Narre South), Matt Chasemore (Berwick), Ateeq Javid (Springvale South), David White (Buckley Ridges), Nathan King (Springvale

South), Kaushalya Weeraratne (HSD), Troy Aust (Buckley Ridges), Ruwantha Kellepotha (Berwick), Jerome Jones (Buckley Ridg-

es), James Wilcock (Berwick), Jarryd Straker (Springvale South), and Udara Hettige (HSD).

In the Turf 2 player of the year award, Dandenong West skipper Hari Krishan (31 votes) claimed the Gartside Medal by a whisker over Dingley all-rounder Matt Hague (28).

Krishan has been a destructive force for the Westers in 2019/20, crunching 742 runs at 57.1, including incredible knocks of 193 and 139 in one-day fixtures, while he also scored three half-centuries and took 11 wickets, including a haul of 4/27 against Beaconsfield.

Milan Rathnayaka (27), Amal Athulathmudali (23), Callan Tout (21), Janaka Liyanabadalge (20), Ammar Bajwa (19) and Jake Cutting (18) rounded out the top-eight in the count.

The Turf 2 Team of the Year was: Hari Krishan (Dandenong West), Matt Hague (Dingley), Amal Athulathmudali (Parkmore Pirates), Viraj Alankara Gedara (Narre North), Brendan Johnson (Beaconsfield), Sandun Dias (Cranbourne), Girish Chopra (Lyndale), Yohan Soyza (Lyndale), Callan Tout (Beaconsfield), Peter Atkinson (Dandenong West), Milan Rathnayaka (Dingley), and Janaka Liyanabadalge (Narre Warren).

Last 10 Wookey winners 2019/20 - Morteza Ali (Narre South) 2018/19 - Steve Spoljaric (Springvale South) 2017/18 - Michael Davies (HSD) 2016/17 - Steve Spoljaric (Cranbourne) 2015/16 - Matt Chasemore (Cranbourne) 2014/15 - Steve Spoljaric (Cranbourne) 2013/14 - Steve Spoljaric (Parkfield) 2012/13 - Alex Roberts (Dandenong West) 2011/12 - Steve Spoljaric (Parkfield) 2010/11 - Steve Spoljaric (Parkfield)

It was a narrow loss on the greens for Narre Warren Narre Warren's Division 2 bowls side on Tuesday made its finals hopes more desperate following a four-shot loss away to Pakenham.

Eric Sydenham, Wilma Haringsma, Wilma Stevenson and Zak Storm won their rink, 2113, and Michael Graham, Reg Young, Wally Finlayson and Jim Millar drew 18-18. Pauline Kempf, Joe selfridge, Colin Groom and Percy Herath went down 12-24.

Narre Warren (1) 3-51 lost to Pakenham (2) 13-55.

Division 4 strengthened its finals form with a strong 55-shot win over Willow Lodge at Fountain Gate. Les Clement, Alan Mark, Joe McGuire and Geoff Ampt led all day to win 39-7, while Glen Cadman, Paul McNamara, Gary Wilson and Geoff Miller won well, 34-14.

Stan Bulmer, Peter Groom, Keith Mark and Reg Johnstone made a strong second half comeback to win 20-17.

Narre Warren (2) 16-93 defeated Willow Lodge (1) 0-38.

The Division 6 (a side) had a bye, and still leads the ladder.

Saturday's teams are all in the finals hunt with the Division 3 team leading the field with one round to go before the finals. Against Cranbourne RSL at Fountain Gate, they won again.

Eric Sydenham, Graham Dodd, Mark Groom and Cam Lee led the scoring, with a 24-17 win, while Geoff Ampt, Phil Howard, Wilma Stevenson and Zak Storm won 22-14 and Reg Young, Joe Selfridge, Jim Kempf and Percy Herath won 20-15. Michael Graham, Wally Finlayson, Colin Groom and Jim Millar faltered late in the game to go down 20-23.

Narre Warren (1) 16-86 defeated Cranbourne RSL (1) 2-69.

Division 4 travelled to Mulgrave Country Club and also had a good win to keep it second on the ladder. Les Clement, Joe McGuire, Michael Toole and Norm Hosmer won well, 30-15 and Pauline Kempf, Alan Mark, Stan Robinson and Ralph Devonshire won 24-15.

Peter Groom, Peter Lister, Arthur Scheurer and Geoff Miller went down 20-24 while Keith Mark, Wilma Haringsma, David Wilkinson and Carl Lapham went down 14-19.

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Cameron Lee rolls one down the green for Narre Warren.

Division 5 was also away at Berwick and suffered a defeat. Stan Bulmer, Jim Stewart, Zade Bulmer and John Zanon won well, 23-11, and they were aided by Janice Moran, Brian Nicholls, Gary Wilson and Reg Johnstone who won

Cameron Lee rolls one down the green for Narre Warren.

26-17. Darren Moore, Truus Henneman, Peter Castricum and Susan Ellery went down 14-27 and Arthur Fitt, Paul McNamara, Dermor McConville and Jos van Hout went down 12-26.

Narre Warren (3) 4-75 lost to Berwick (7) 14-82.

Division 7 had its second walkover in two weeks when Noble Park failed to field a team.

Narre Warren (4) 18-15 defeated Noble Park (4) 0-0 (forfeit) They remain in the four.

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