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Tree falls on boy By Romy Stephens A primary school aged boy was airlifted to hospital on 8 April after being struck by a falling tree in Healesville. Paramedics were called to the scene about 2.30pm and the boy was airlifted to the Royal Children's Hospital in a stable condition with lower body injuries. Healesville CFA captain Graeme Bates was at the Haig Avenue incident and said the boy was "really lucky" to not have been completely trapped. "On arrival there was the ambulance on scene and a little boy was under the tree, he wasn't stuck," he said. "They had a homemade rope swing made up on the tree. They were playing there and the tree let go, quite a big tree rotted in the base. It split because it was a fork tree and it collapsed." "We probably spent 40 minutes there by the time they stabilised him." Mr Bates said two trucks from Healesville attended the incident while crews from Badger Creek CFA and the SES were also there. The incident comes after numerous tree fall-related deaths have impacted the region over the past year. In July last year, a father and son from Cockatoo were killed after a gum tree fell onto their car in Sherbrooke. A woman was killed by a falling tree on the Black Spur in August last year while three people were killed in Kallista after their car was struck by a tree on 8 March. Mr Bates reminded people to keep an eye on trees around their homes. "We live in that type of area, we moved to the country because we love trees so we just have to keep an eye on them and see how safe they are, what angles they are leaning and what branches are above," he said. "Just take a general look at a tree if it's looking healthy and straight it's usually not a problem. "With some of the older trees it depends on how wet the ground is and how strong the winds are."
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Shutdown extended By Romy Stephens Victoria's State of Emergency has been extended for another month as the number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the Yarra Ranges remains at 21. The municipality saw almost a doubling of confirmed cases recently, from 11 on 25 March to over 20 on 8 April, but numbers have not changed over the past five days. Premier Daniel Andrews announced on 12 April that the State of Emergency would be extended until midnight 11 May 2020. It was originally due to expire on 13 April. "There are positive signs our efforts are working - but if we relax now, our hard-won gains will evaporate and people will die," Mr Andrews said. "This is an unprecedented crisis - we need to extend the State of Emergency to help slow the spread of the virus, protect our health sys-
tem and save lives." The total number of coronavirus cases in Victoria is 1281, as of Monday 13 April, an increase of 13 from Sunday 12 April. There were no new deaths reported on 12 April. To date, 14 people have died from coronavirus in Victoria. There are only four reasons for Victorians to leave their home: food and supplies, medical care and care giving, exercise, and work or education. Since Sunday morning, 12 April, Victoria Police have conducted 1123 spot checks at homes, businesses and non-essential services and issued 158 fines as part of Operation Sentinel. Among some of the fines handed out to people included six OMCG members gathered in cars in Flinders Street, Melbourne overnight, multiple instances of private gatherings at residential properties, eight people having a party playing loud music and numerous over-
seas tourists holding a party at a rented short stay property. Victoria's Chief Health Officer Professor Brett Sutton urged Victorians to remain vigilant and not erode the gains made in preventing the spread of the virus over Easter. "Now is not the time for complacency. We still have a long way to go," Professor Sutton said. "While we are starting to see some improvement in the rate of transmission, that rate could climb quickly if we lose focus. "We thank those Victorians who overwhelmingly are doing the right thing by staying at home, but we must keep at it to save lives. The Department of Health and Human Services' hotline for public information on Covid-19, is 1800 675 398. Further information is also available at www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.
Building connection through Lego By Romy Stephens A local non-for-profit organisation's virtual Lego challenge has received a flood of support during its first week of operation. Cire Services' Lock Down Lego Challenge began on 1 April and has seen over 750 members join the challenge since then. Cire's Chirnside Park Community Hub coordinator Naomi Taylor organised the challenge, which sees members build Lego creations based on a new theme each day and then post their build on the Facebook group. Ms Taylor said she first thought of the idea to try and get her son off technology and screens while he was isolated during school holidays. She then flagged the idea with Cire and they created a Facebook group so other families could get involved as well. "There's kind of the secondary benefit, we're amusing the kids and they are getting less screen time but it goes through the parents' Facebook account," she said. "It means that the parent is actually getting that interaction as well." The challenge has seen hundreds of families post pictures of their creations for themes such as circus, easter egg, food, and robots. Ms Taylor said that when school returns, themes will revolve around subjects such as maths. "I'm going to try and put school subjects in like show maths using lego. You could spell out an equation or you could make a pattern," she said. "It would get kids actually using lego to learn more." Ms Taylor said the experience of creating the group and communicating with other parents has really helped her personally during this period of isolation. "I have found it inspiring, I've found that it's actually energised me," she said.
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By Romy Stephens Schools across the Yarra Ranges will take learning online this week in a bid to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. On 7 April the State Government announced that all Victorian primary, secondary and special schools will move to remote and flexible learning and teaching following advice from the Chief Health Officer. The government assured that free internet access - through supplied SIM cards and dongles - and laptops will be provided to students in need. Meanwhile, Year 12 students will still receive an ATAR score but there will be numerous changes to the academic timetable for VCE and VCAL. Despite there being exceptions made in extremely limited circumstances, the State Government said all students that can work from home must work from home. Mount Evelyn Primary School principal Angela O'Hare said the school's content is ready for the first three days of learning. She said staff will take their time adapting to the new style and keep things as simple as possible. "We're going to be learning as we go but at the moment we're all pretty positive about it and we're pretty well organised," she said. "We as staff had a discussion early on in the piece to say that we were going to have to be adaptable in the expectations we have of the kids." Ms O'Hare said staff have been exploring unique ways to teach primary school students from home. This includes ideas such as using kitchen measuring cups, household items and Lego for maths and counting. Victorian government schools will recommence on 14 April with a pupil-free day and students will begin classes on 15 April. The new arrangements will remain in place for the duration of Term 2 and will then be reviewed.
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Rachel surrounded by Lego. "We've been going for a week now and over the week it's actually transformed how I see this period. "Because I'm trying to post positively on every picture, it's actually changing my mindset." Ms Taylor said that when school goes back she hopes to convert the online group to an after school program or school holiday activity. Cire Services Inc is one of the largest not for profits serving the Yarra Ranges Council area and beyond. To join the lego challenge, join the Lock Down Lego Challenge Facebook Group.
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Rates relief is available All Yarra Ranges ratepayers are now able to access additional relief for payment of rates, under Council’s first stage of Covid-19 relief measures. The first relief measures include extended payment dates and suspending penalty interest for overdue rates, temporary changes to who can access help through its Hardship Policy and rental relief for businesses and organisations renting a council building. Yarra Ranges Mayor, Richard Higgins said that everyone’s day-to-day lives had been changed by Covid-19 in the past weeks. “We know there are many people in the community who are now doing it tough, because of business changes or closures, employment changing and restrictions impacting the way we live our lives,” he said. “This is an unprecedented situation, where many of us are facing significant changes and challenges - including unexpected financial strain and stress. “Our first stage of relief will give community
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can include rates being deferred · Assistance for 12 months. seeking help through Council’s · Anyone Hardship Policy won’t be charged penalty interest or have legal action taken on overdue rates for the period of deferral. Community groups renting Council buildings won’t be charged rent if shut down during the pandemic Businesses renting Council buildings can have rent payments deferred up to six months, with options to review and waive if deemed appropriate Changed payment times for Council suppliers and contractors down to seven days (instead of 30) to get money to businesses faster Cr Higgins said the council had also brought in measures to support restrictions and safety messaging from the State and Federal Governments. “The community’s health and wellbeing is critically important, especially during this
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members some much-needed flexibility during these times.” Council has introduced a number of initiatives for its first stage of relief, including: Due date for payment of current year overdue rates extended until June 2020, with penalty interest suspended during this extended time. Any landowner can access payment plans or rates assistance under Council’s revised Hardship Policy, regardless of land usage, with every application assessed
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time, so we’ve increased cleaning of public facilities to help reduce the spread of the virus wherever we can,” he said. “We know businesses are having to change their practices rapidly, so we’ve temporarily relaxed our restrictions on takeaway and home delivery so any food business can make the switch easily and continue trading while meeting the Stage 3 restrictions. “Council has also received a large increase in requests for the Meals on Wheels service, but we also have a volunteer base which includes a lot of people from vulnerable demographics, so we’ve redeployed our staff to assist in this and other areas that need support. “We’ll still be here, providing services to the community during this time and providing information and advice wherever we can through our website, contact centre and our email newsletters.” Cr Higgins encouraged businesses impacted by Covid-19 to contact the Economic Development team on 1300 368 333 for questions or support.
5G switched on in Healesville Keep staff The State Government has called on councils to not dismiss or stand down staff during the Covid-19 pandemic. Earlier this week, the Minister for Local Government Adem Somyurek and Minister for Jobs Martin Pakula wrote to Victorian councils advising they must continue to provide critical community functions. It is understood that the Yarra Ranges Council has not yet needed to stand down any staff during the coronavirus pandemic. Councils have also been invited to partner with the government’s $500 million Working for Victoria Fund to help people who have lost their jobs and ensure local services continue to be delivered. Mr Somyurek said one of the important things Councils can do in responding to coronavirus is not add to the number of Victorians who have lost their job. “Councils have a vital role to play in supporting and protecting local communities during these unprecedented times and dismissing or standing down staff is not consistent with that,” he said. “It is important that Councils do their bit by addressing the implications of coronavirus on their operations and continuing to serve their community.” The State Government said it is working with Councils, specifically small rural councils, to consider the implications of coronavirus on their operations including the welfare of staff, compliance with the Act, elections and their meetings.
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Cellar door moves online By Romy Stephens With weekend visits to Yarra Valley wineries off, for now, 29 of the regions’ best producers are bringing their cellar door experience to people’s homes. On 9 April, Wine Yarra Valley kicked off Virtual Cellar Doors, an initiative which will allow wine lovers to head online and visit cellar doors from the comfort of their living room. The visits will take place every Thursday at 5pm in the shape of a video posted to Instagram and then a livestream chat with a winemaker. Head winemaker at Yarra Yering Sarah Crowe said it is an opportunity for wineries to unite during a time of need. “It’s a great community spirited thing to do, particularly at a time like this when all of us have had to close our cellar doors,” she said. Ms Crowe said she hoped the experience will allow more people to understand the beauty of wine. “Wine can be intimidating for people and that’s why visiting the cellar door is such a good experience. Our tasting room staff can be very sympathetic and match their communication styles,” she said. “Hopefully this helps break down some of the stereotypes about wine. “The idea is that customers can interact with us as winemakers and find out what we might cook at home to match with that wine. “I hope they get a deeper understanding of the Yarra Valley, the beautiful wines that come out of there and the passion and commitment of the winemakers.” Ms Crowe added that it’s an important time for people to take a moment to relax with a glass of wine and some sort of social interaction. “A lot of people are quite stressed and have a lot of worries at the moment,” she said.
Sarah Crowe in Yarra Yering's tasting room. “If we can bring a bit of fun or pleasure to someone’s evening then I think that is beautiful. “What’s made me really happy about this is the way everyone’s working together as a community to keep our businesses and keep the valley open.” As well as taking part in Virtual Cellar Doors, wine lovers can also pick from two different mixed six-packs on the Wine Yarra Valley website to be shipped to their door. The Yarra Valley Virtual Cellar Door Pack will include a curated six bottle selection from
different Yarra Valley producers. This pack will change every six weeks to include a new selection of wines to taste. The Pick Your Own Pack provides a customised mixed six-pack from a selection of over 40 different Yarra Valley wines. To purchase packs, visit wineyarravalley. com.au and to tune into Virtual Cellar Doors follow Wine Yarra Valley on Instagram. Those enjoying their wine are encouraged to post photos on Instagram using the hashtag #YarraValleyAtHome.
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Covid - a GP’s perspective By Dr Lachlan Fraser To aid in social distancing telehealth is now available for any patient to talk to their GP, depending on their clinic, and possibly for specialists as well. These are done by phone or can be a video call via apps such as Zoom, Skype, Facetime or Messenger on your phone or computer. Consultations can be bulk billed or supported by Medicare if billed privately. Online medical services exist if your clinic is not available. Allied health professionals may also access this system, particularly psychologists. Prescriptions can be collected or faxed to the chemist, whom you contact to arrange dispensing. Home deliveries may be an option. Some clinics have moved to texting or emailing scripts to the patient, and this is being developed to interact with pharmacies. Chemists can dispense one month of medications previously prescribed if the clinic is unable to help you when needed. Clinics have further improved their hygiene practices and streamlined appointment times. Chairs in waiting rooms have been spread out, whilst some patients wait in their cars before being called in. You can attend in person, and in some cases it will be necessary. Health workers are using masks to protect themselves and patients. Staying well physically and mentally is important as current restrictions are likely for some months. You can talk to your doctor about concerns with coronavirus. General information about electronic counselling is at https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ etherapy. The Australian Psychological Society has useful fact sheets about mental health and coronavirus on https://www.psychology.org. au/COVID-19-Australians. APS can help find a psychologist on https://www.psychology.org. au/Find-a-Psychologist.
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being overloaded, and the prospect of disaster in the third world is saddening. It is common to have difficulties getting or staying asleep, or early wakening. This could just mean you have more hours in a busy day. Medical or psychological advice may be needed, possibly with medication added. Anxiety and depression may present - watch for suicidal thoughts. Beyond Blue is a good reference. Watch for excess drug or alcohol use, paranoia, hypervigilance, hyperactivity or bizarre behaviour - psychosis or mania can develop. These months are a time to slow down and reset our lives for most people. It’s a time to do old and new activities at home, and to engage in electronic communications to connect with people. Take up new exercises. There is a vast array of incredible online shopping, cultural tours and events, plus educational and rec-
reational activities for young and old. Try to avoid getting on each other’s nerves in your lifeboat, and reach out if you are home alone. Through vigilant social distancing and hygiene, plus staying home as much as possible, Australia’s growth curves appear to be flattening. Do this for yourself, for the vulnerable population and for health and essential service workers. It is likely that there are some people in our local community with mild symptoms who have coronavirus. It is possible that they are infectious in the days before onset of symptoms. Unwell people should self-isolate as much as practicable, and otherwise wear a mask and use hand hygiene, seeking medical care if needed. The list of those with respiratory illness or fever (>38 degrees) who should be swabbed has now been expanded to include age 65 or older; or those with immunosuppression (may be due to leukaemia, lymphoma, myelodysplasia, HIV, transplants or medications, including prednisolone or methotrexate 20 mg/d or more); or undergoing chemotherapy/radiotherapy; or disability care workers; or police, childcare or school staff working with the public within two weeks. It is not suggested to wear a mask in public and use up scarce resources. In the United States where there is much higher community transmission they have advised all to use a face covering. Most of our cases have, in the previous 14 days, come from overseas or been in contact with a confirmed case of coronavirus. We will get through this, and there can be positive growth in this unique experience. In this new world order, let’s stay the Lucky Country. Dr. Lachlan Fraser has worked as a GP in Marysville for the past 20 years and founded the Marysville Marathon after the Black Saturday bushfires to help the town's recovery.
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Focus on animal welfare There is no doubt that we are living in unprecedented times. Our lives have changed, but Animal Aid will do everything we can to remain operational throughout this crisis and well into the future. Our animal care teams provide an essential service to our community. Animals are not immune to the hardships of economic crisis; when living situations change and livelihoods are impacted there is an increase in animals needing new homes. Animals come to be into our care for a number of reasons. Some come to us because they were found wondering the streets, others are relinquished because their families are unable to give them everything they need. At Animal Aid it is our mission to provide a refuge for the lost, unwanted and abandoned animals in our community. For us to continue
‘Horrified’ by lack of concern The extension of the Regional Forestry Agreements was bittersweet for the Victorian timber industry. Victorians who rely on the timber industry to pay the bills and put food on the table will be relieved these new RFAs have finally been signed off, but it’s cold comfort while the Andrews Government is hell-bent on banning native timber harvesting by 2030. I’m horrified by the lack of concern for timber workers and businesses shown by the Victorian Government in their management of this industry that is so vital to the Gippsland economy. The Victorian Government stonewalled
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the process for years which only served to create more job uncertainty and damage confidence in the sector. Labor is doing everything it can to cause the timber industry as much pain as possible. The Liberal Nationals will continue to stand side by side with the timber industry and workers against this ban that will destroy jobs and small communities throughout Gippsland. If returned to government in 2022 the Victorian Liberal Nationals have committed to reverse the ban and support Victoria’s sustainable native timber industry. Melinda Bath, Nationals Eastern Victoria Region MP.
Ms Bath said she was "horrified" by the lack of concern for timber workers and businesses shown by the Victorian Government.
The Covid-19 pandemic is a huge turningpoint in the history of the 21st century. A highly-contagious virus is sweeping the globe, and public life has all but ground to a halt. Few recent crises have had such a slow build-up and yet caught us so off-guard, and no outbreak in living memory has required such intense, world-freezing lockdown measures. While early signs suggest that Australia is slowly containing the coronavirus, it is important to understand the severity of this situation, and statistics can sometimes obfuscate the facts. Covid-19 has a low death rate, especially for younger age groups, but young and healthy people are still dying from the disease, and far too many people have and will die given the sheer volume of overall cases, especially in places with skyrocketing infection rates, such as the United States and the United Kingdom. Therefore, it is vital that we practice social distancing to slow the spread of the coronavirus. By staying home and drastically limiting your physical contact with the outside world, you lower your chances of catching the virus and avoid spreading it to others. Through self-isolation, we can wait out the pandemic and let the disease burn itself out. I wonder which aspect of the pandemic will hold the most impact in our collective memories: the scope and scariness of the disease itself, the weeks and months of enforced isolation for our own protection, the mass worker
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Healesville writer and author Seth Hynes. Picture: JESSE GRAHAM lay-offs, business closures and postponement of tentpole sport and entertainment events, or the slow response and mismanagement from our governments. We’re all still processing this evolving situation, but the broad public response to the Covid-19 pandemic has followed the five stages of grief. Many people downplayed the danger of the virus (Denial), dismissing it as just a seasonal flu or a disease that only kills old people, and these same people were outraged (Anger) when told to stay at home or stop hoarding toilet paper, or took the advice of frequently washing your hands as an insult. These reactions had a degree of Bargaining, as many people figured it was okay to go to the pub or a restaurant or flock to the beach because they aren’t sick and they don’t know anyone who is, or to pick the supermarkets clean because they know their needs better
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than anyone else. These aren’t so much consecutive stages as ignorant frames of mind, usually operating in tandem. I skipped straight to Depression: I understood the necessity of social distancing, but couldn’t see any end to the resulting loneliness, and I fixated on the low (but real) possibility that I could die from this disease, or the real (but very low) chance that I could catch the disease from groceries or a walk through the park. My emotional journey has finally brought me to Acceptance. I now see the light at the end of the tunnel, when we can cautiously re-emerge into the world and reconnect with friends and loved ones (and when the cinemas reopen). I understand that social isolation does not necessarily mean confinement, and I can still go for a walk sometimes and catch up with my friends over social media. I know that the coronavirus is not a looming spectre waiting to pounce: it’s dangerous, but it’s very avoidable if you’re a careful, hygienic homebody. I now recognise that I am at low risk of catching the disease and at low risk of dying from it. I am a scrawny but physically-fit 29 yearold with strong lungs and an effective immune system, but millions of elderly or immunocompromised people are far more vulnerable to this disease. But even for the most vulnerable, fixating on the worst possible outcome is unhealthy. If people are putting you at risk by wilfully flouting social distancing rules, or if your leaders are slow or ignorant in their response to the virus, then anger is far more useful than despair. We must accept the temporary new order
Covid-19 has created, but not let acceptance become complacency. This pandemic will likely create another big generational divide, and not just in its disproportionate effect on the elderly: babies and young children will have lived during a worldchanging event but have no memory of it. Once this crisis passes and life returns to normal, it will be only too easy to forget the urgent nature of the pandemic and slip back into carelessness and denial. After all, it’s natural and reassuring to view a traumatic, disruptive event as not so bad in hindsight. People have already forgotten how genuinely serious the Millennium Bug was (although widespread computer glitches are, admittedly, much less serious than an organic disease-causing virus). It is critical, especially for our youngest generations, that we as a culture never forget the severity of the Covid-19 pandemic, so that we are well-prepared for the next one. When the next big disease emerges, you should take the situation seriously and follow safety advice from the authorities, let go of any anger about these stifling regulations or the necessary stalling of public life, and stop trying to find loopholes, which may put you or others at risk. Don’t let depression consume you: talk to your loved ones through social media, keep yourself busy with tasks and interests, and hold onto the fact that this crisis will pass. Make the most of your sheltered existence during this pandemic, and uphold your responsibility to contain the virus, but don’t get so comfortable that you lapse into denial and underestimate the next outbreak. Seth Lukas Hynes, Healesville. Tuesday, 14 April, 2020
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Bradman of the Bush By Daniel Clark Few names in Australian sport are as recognisable, respected or renowned as that of Bradman. It's a name associated with greatness, determination, passion and class, and one which brings with these characteristics a level of humbleness unrivalled for such incredible achievement. It's fitting, then, that one of the few cricketers around the country good enough to be dubbed, the Bush Bradman, is Monbulk Cricket Club's Jason Fraser - a man who teammates and opponents alike over the past three decades would agree possesses each of these wonderful traits. Raised in the small town of Monbulk, 42 kilometres east of Melbourne, Fraser was the eldest of four children to father Jim and mother Loraine - a family who adored sport and all achieved great success with the tightknit community's various teams. His siblings, younger brother Travis and twins Christian and Amber, were blessed to have such wonderful role models to look up to. Fraser's path to cricket success started early, following in his father's footsteps and commencing his career with the club in the mid-1980s. Jim, a talented bowler himself who played with the club for more than 30 years, winning numerous premierships, was quick to get young Jason into the sport he loved so much and his young son's prodigious talent was obvious from the start - spent dominating the Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association's (FTGDCA) junior batting and bowling charts regularly, and being rewarded with selection in various representative sides. There was also room for premierships in his U14 and U16 years. His future was earmarked for senior success and that soon followed.
As a nervous, yet unwavering 14-year-old, Fraser commenced his senior cricket career in the summer of 1988-89, and while the individual returns were modest, the platform for success was being built. The rewards for the strong foundation followed the next season, with the teenager averaging almost 50.00 with the bat and notching his first senior ton - a magnificent and unbeaten 116. Succeeding with both bat and ball, and encouraged by all those who watched him play, Fraser soon realised his potential and ventured down the hill to try his luck with Victorian Premier Cricket side, Richmond. His time at Richmond started in the club's lower grades, however the rewards for his persistence and hard work soon followed. He was first selected as a member of the Victorian Under-19s team, playing alongside the likes of Australian great Andrew Symonds, and during the season of 1992-93 he was awarded his 1st XI club cap - becoming the 488th player to represent Richmond in 1st XI competition, following in the footsteps of another Monbulk Cricket Club legend, Ken Utting, who wore cap 409. Across seven seasons with the Tigers, Fraser would go on to play many more games in the 1st XI and achieve great success, however despite this, at the end of the 1996-97 season he yearned a return to Monbulk and ever since, he's terrorised the opposition. The honours achieved by Fraser since his return to his spiritual home are second to none, and his records, quite simply, will never be broken. 1997-98 V.C.C.L. Representative XI 2005 Victoria Country Week Player of the Series 2008 Victorian Country Week Player of the Series 2 x Jack Fever Medallist 5 x Ron Lomax Medallist 6 x FTGDCA Batting Award
2005-06 FTGDCA Bowling Award 14 x Monbulk CC 1st XI Batting Award 10 x Monbulk CC 1st XI Bowling Award 13 x Monbulk CC 1st XI MVP Award 4 x 1st XI Premiership Player (2 x Captain) 2014-15 Awarded Monbulk Cricket Club Life Membership Across his junior and senior cricket combined with Monbulk, Fraser has accumulated a staggering 11,711 runs (23 centuries) and taken 487 wickets. His highest score, an unbeaten 210 against Lysterfield in 1997-98, was the highlight of a phenomenal season where he scored 1,111 runs at a Bradman-esque average of 92.58. From a senior perspective, which has essentially all been in the Club's 1st XI, he surpassed the 10,000 run milestone this season and has taken more than 400 wickets - figures which are unrivalled in not just the FTGDCA, but community cricket world-wide. His 22 1st XI centuries is also a record unlikely to ever be broken. While the list of honours and mind-boggling statistics are impressive enough, arguably even more so is ability to defy the aging process. While most 46-year-olds are slogging their way through veterans cricket every second Sunday or yelling abuse from beyond the boundary, Fraser spent his 2019-20 season dominating FTGDCA's DeCoite Shield competition. The ageless star turned in yet another incredible season, scoring 696 runs at 77.33, including a majestic 118 against Mountain Gate in early November. His dominance at the top of the order helped pave the way for the Club's 13th 1st XI premiership, being awarded the honour last week after an abandoned grand final due to COVID-19. A day earlier, he took out his seventh FTGDCA Best and Fairest Award - a record unlikely to be broken anytime soon. Beyond the records and honours, Jason Fraser has always been and continues to be one of
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- if not the most - likeable players in the FTGDCA, and he continues to give back to the club he's called home for more than 30 years. Yet again following in his father Jim's footsteps, he too now coaches one a junior side and his two young sons, Jed and Mitch, are also developing their skills in the club's strong junior program. His value to the Club extends beyond the field, something highlighted in the words of Club President Jason Simmonds this week. "In my 35 years of senior cricket at various clubs, in various competitions, quite simply - in my humble and honest opinion - Jason Fraser would be the most gifted local grade cricketer I have ever had the privilege of playing alongside," Jason said. "To see his exploits up close on field for over 20 years at the Monbulk Cricket Club has been like having front row tickets to the best show in town. Whether it be with bat, ball, or in the field, this guy's talent continues to astound and amaze teammates, opponents and spectators alike. "But this ability didn't come about by luck. Although Jason has been blessed with a brilliant natural ability, it is his dedication to training and his want to get the absolute best out of himself, week in week out, year after year, which is why it's absolutely no surprise he has become the magnificent player we see today. "But even more importantly to his family, close friends, and others who have been fortunate enough to cross paths with him, all would agree that it is the wonderful human traits that comes naturally to Jason that makes him so special to so many." Rarely will you find a stronger character reference than that provided above, but then again, rarely will you find a person more deserving than the Bush Bradman, Jason Fraser.
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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7629 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1,Bass-i-net. 6, Cove. 8, To-d-o. 9, Loll-i-pop. 10, Keeps. 11, Re-ader. 13, Charge. 15, Twists. 17, Gloria. 19, Globe. 22, Con-dense. 23, G-rip. 24, Stir. 25, Ringlets (anag) Down - 2, Al-one. 3, Sno-o-per. 4, Nil-e. 5, T-ole-rate. 6, China. 7, V-iol-ent. 12, Retainer 14, Held out. 16, I-llegal. 18, Rid-er. 20, Bu-i-l-t. 21, Le-a-n.
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DOWN 2. Only the name and age of the baby (5). 3. The person who broke a hole through is a nosey parker (7). 4. It’s a river, love: Eastern (4). 5. Stand treat, for a change, when Leo wanders in (8). 6. Land on the dresser, perhaps (5). 7. Raging when oil is poured into the opening (7). 12. The servant he won’t let go (8). 14. Offered - prolonged resistance? (4,3). 16. Getting one leg all twisted is wrong (7). 18. Appendix free, returned (5). 20. Save about one pound, it’s establised (5). 21. There’s a man outside: skinny (4).
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1. Where to put the baby fish I catch (8). 6. That fellow could be Sandy! (4). 8. Excitement created by a man with nothing on (2-2). 9. Lounge about and I have a soft drink: it’s very sweet (8). 10. Maintains they’re strongholds (5). 11. The note, dear, is upsetting to the one looking at it (6). 13. Fill up the ward (6). 15. Does have a suprising developments (6). 17. Log-rolling, look back at a girl (6). 19. It’s a small world! (5). 22. Delude the brainless, to put it briefly (8). 23. Having got the key, rush to the case (4). 24. Flap when you move (4). 25. Made of sterling silver, they may be (8). DOWN 2. Only the name and age of the baby (5). 3. The person
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DOWN ACROSS Cryptic PUZZLE NO. 7629 2. Lessen (5) 1. CountryCRYPTIC (8) ACROSS
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DOWN Lessen (5) Annoy (7) Measure (4) Ability (8) Buffoon (5) Vegetable (7) Sloth (8) Instance (7) Drink (7) Braid (5) Reptile (5) Stalk (4)
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ACROSS Country (8) Money (4) Long poem (4) Fanciful (8) Coin (5) Prickle (6) Rely on (6) Erase (6) Specimen (6) Dumpy (5) Seeming (8) Whirlpool (4) Joke (4) Hat (8)
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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7629 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Ethiopia. 6, Cash. 8, Epic. 9, Notional. 10, Franc. 11, Tingle. 13, Depend. 15, Delete. 17, Sample. 19, Squat. 22, Apparent. 23, Eddy. 24, Jest. 25, Sombrero. Down - 2, Taper. 3, Incense. 4, Pint. 5, Aptitude. 6, Clown. 7, Shallot. 12, Idleness. 14, Example. 16, Liqueur. 18, Plait. 20, Adder. 21, Stem.
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