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Bandicoot return By Romy Stephens Months spent tracking the Long-Nosed Bandicoot in Mount Evelyn have finally paid off, with the most significant local sighting of the animal in over 50 years. Eight months ago, numerous camera traps were set up by zoology student Thomas Hennessy and the Mount Evelyn Environment Protection and Progress Association (MEEPPA). As part of the Bandicoot Watch Program, the traps picked up a hazy image of the bandicoot in Mount Evelyn about four weeks ago. But it wasn’t until Mr Hennessy scrolled through footage on 10 August, that the ultimate gem was found - almost 300 videos and photos of the Long-Nosed Bandicoot. “You would imagine my absolute surprise when I was reviewing the footage to see that there were dozens of images,” Mr Hennessy said. “I still can’t get over it, I’m still blown away. “We’ve been looking for eight months for some credible evidence and now we’ve found the most intimate shots of this species I’ve seen for a long time.” The only other confirmed sighting of the Long-Nosed Bandicoot in Mount Evelyn since 1967 was in 2018, when one of Yarra Ranges Council’s infrared cameras captured an image as part of its Fauna Monitoring program. MEEPPA president Clare Worsnop said she believed conservation efforts for over the past decade may have helped bring the bandicoot back. “For the last 14 years we have been working with Melbourne Water to remove all the invasive weeds and revegetate the area with grasses,” she said. “We’ve had a huge task and because we have managed to do such a good job to regenerate the bush, we’ve created a habitat that the bandicoots can live in. “It’s very rare to have creatures like bandicoots so close to an urban area. “Our ongoing work over the last 14 years, in particular, is starting to pay off.” The Long-Nosed Bandicoot is one of six surviving species of bandicoot still found on
A camera trap image of the Long-Nosed Bandicoot in Mount Evelyn.
Clare Worsnop and Thomas Hennessy holding the camera traps that captured footage of the LongPicture: STEWART CHAMBERS Nosed Bandicoot. 213065 the Australian mainland. Since European settlement, three species have succumbed to extinction and one is only now found on offshore islands. Mr Hennessy said the sighting was a “sign of hope” for the future of the bandicoot species. He said it could also have other implications, which would need to be researched further to confirm. “In a broad sense it means cats and foxes have been more appropriately controlled,” he said. “It also means the species is possibly showing signs of adapting to changing landscapes
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but that will have to be explored much further.” The Bandicoot Watch Program will now look to determine the size of the Long-Nosed Bandicoot population in the region and its breeding potential - that is, whether the animals are capable of breeding in the area. Mr Hennessy also encouraged locals to report sightings of peculiar diggings in their gardens to MEEPPA, to help the group locate possible populations. To find out more about the Mount Evelyn Environment Protection and Progress Association, visit https://meeppa.org.au. To view the camera trap footage, visit rangestrader.mailcommunity.com.au.
Camera trap images have picked up the most significant local sighting of the Long-Nosed Bandicoot in over 50 years.
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A happy birthday to Betty By Romy Stephens Yarra Ranges environmental activist and former Shire of Sherbrooke President Betty Marsden OAM will celebrate her 90th birthday later this month. Mrs Marsden has dedicated her life to the community, including being involved in Save the Dandenongs League (STDL) for almost 45 years and being a local councillor for seven years. She said the Dandenong Ranges had meant “a great deal” to her over her lifetime. “The main interest outside my family has been the Save the Dandenongs League and the area that used to be called Sherbrooke,” Mrs Marsden said. “The preservation of it has been extremely important to me.” Mrs Marsden has lived in the Dandenong Ranges for about 50 years. She joined the STDL committee in 1977, during a time in which there were competing pressures between conservation and development. “There was the battle in what development the Dandenongs could stand without being spoiled as a tourist attraction or a place of natural beauty,” Mrs Marsden said. Four years later, Mrs Marsden became a Councillor for the Shire of Sherbrooke and served as the shire’s president for a year. She became president of STDL in 1986 and, apart from one year, has remained in that role ever since. One of Mrs Marsden’s proudest achievements was her role in convincing the Sherbrooke Shire to buy Birdsland - a 75-hectare Belgrave Heights reserve for recreation and environmental education. “The council made a decision, and it was a controversial decision at the time, to buy Birdsland,” Mrs Marsden said. “It was an important decision and one I’m
Betty standing next to the plaque commemorating Save the Dandenongs League co-founder Professor John Turner. proud of. We set up a committee afterwards and I was involved in the committee to work out how we would use it. “When I was on the council there were a number of councillors that were very environmentally or conservation-minded. It was because we all worked together we were able to achieve a lot in the 80s to set up planning schemes and things to protect the environment.” Mrs Marsden has also been involved in numerous musical activities throughout her life, including membership in the Northcote Community Choir, singing at the Melbourne
Olympics in 1956 and more recently, she was involved in the Mountain Minstrels and Emerald Evergreens. All of her achievements saw her receive a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) and a Yarra Ranges Mayor’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011. She said she wanted to extend her recognition to the many other people that had helped preserve the natural environment of the Dandenong Ranges over the years, including local environmental groups. “Friends groups and Landcare groups that
have existed for numerous years...It’s all on a volunteer basis and they’ve made a big difference and that’s one of the assets we have these days,” Mrs Marsden said. “These groups help both the Parks Victoria and perhaps local council in some instances, they’re all working to keep the Dandenongs as good as they are now.” Despite Covid-19 restrictions not allowing for a big birthday celebration on August 23, Mrs Marsden said she hoped to have an informal gathering, with friends and people she had worked with in the conservation movement, later this year.
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Charities step up support By Jed Lanyon and Romy Stephens High unemployment rates in Victoria are challenging local welfare and homeless support organisations as they cope with the increased demands of the coronavirus pandemic. Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service CEO Tania Bevan shared some of the issues faced by those in need. “Often people need assistance because they just quite haven’t got enough money to get by, but now they really haven’t got enough money to get by,” Ms Bevan said. “When the first wave came around there was panic buying and that meant people had to buy brand names rather than generic ones, which increased their grocery bills. People have had to buy masks now and hand sanitiser and these things, when you’re on a very limited budget, make a difference. “We’ve had people being home more so their utility costs have risen.” Other issues Ms Bevan said had been amplified during Covid-19 included a state-wide shortage of firewood, heightened stress levels within the community, as well as significant hardship for those who were homeless or on a visa. “It’s really hit the cohort of people who are homeless, it’s been very difficult,” she said. “People who are here on visas, they have no form of income whatsoever. Their level of need is very high, they have rent to pay, food to buy and they have no income.” Healesville Interchurch Community Care Inc (HICCI) executive officer Alison Gommers told Star Mail she believed more people were out there in need of help, but despite this, they have had less people come through their doors. “We’re still open but have found that not as many are coming in, even a lot of our regulars,” she said. Ms Gommers said this may be due to people fearing they might contract the virus while also acknowledging the increase in welfare payments of JobSeeker compared to that of the Newstart allowance being a welcomed boost. The Newstart allowance provided $489.70 per fortnight for a single adult with no children, much less than the $1115.70 per fortnight on offer for the JobSeeker payment and coronavirus supplement from April. Ms Gommers anticipates there will be a large increase for support once the JobSeeker payment was lowered to about $800 per fortnight next month. Ms Gommers said she feared that people who didn’t typically need the support of HICCI prior to the pandemic may not reach out for the support they need, or that they may not be aware of how HICCI can help. “If I had a dollar for every time I see someone walking past our window who has a look in and see them think, ‘what do they do in there?’ but keep going ... We’re funded to help anyone in Healesville, Yarra Glen and surrounding areas. We can help with meals for those in need as well as vouchers for Coles and fuel,” she said. The Philanthropic Collective’s co-founder
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Alison and Sheree in HICCI’s food pantry. Andrew Fillip-Gautier said the biggest issue his organisation had faced recently was a surge in panic buying. Mr Fillip-Gautier said this had resulted in very little to nothing for the organisation’s care boxes. “Only yesterday (12 August) we were able to call on a couple of Yarra Ranges Emergency Relief members for extra support to tide us over,” he said. “So for the first time in two weeks we have been in a position to offer families and seniors
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The Philanthropic Collective’s Andrew FillipGautier and Belinda Young at one of the organisation’s care box donation drop-off Picture: ROMY STEPHENS points. 206864
enough food to last.” Both DRERS and The Philanthropic Collective had also noticed an increase in people willing to volunteer since the pandemic began. Prior to the second phase of coronavirus restrictions, Yarra Ranges Council found 49 per cent of young adults (15-24) who took part in a survey responded having lost their job as a result of Covid-19. “This information was collected before this second phase of Stage 3 lockdown restrictions,“ Mayor Richard Higgins said. “Those re-
sults are likely to be much worse when we run that survey again later this year. “Council has been contacted by many people in our community needing support, ranging from business owners struggling to stay afloat, to people who, although once thriving, have suddenly found themselves in a vulnerable position. “Increases in mental health issues, homelessness, family violence incidents, substance abuse and social isolation are a very sad but real predicament for our region.”
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Slice of help By Romy Stephens
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The team at Dudley’s restaurant in Olinda is hoping to lift people’s spirits by handing out freshly baked bread every Thursday. Baker Rob will be preparing warm loafs for locals to pick up, free of charge, from midday onwards as part of Free Bread Thursday. There will also be an optional gold coin donation box with proceeds going towards the CFA. Dudley’s owner Mary Miller said the initiative was simply to offer a feel-good gesture. She encouraged locals who were feeling down or struggling through the pandemic as well as loyal customers to head down and
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grab some bread. “We know some people up here are doing it a bit tough, there’s quite a few sad people around so we just want to put a smile on their face,” she said. Like all other restaurants in the hills, Dudley’s has been forced to switch to a takeaway only menu. Locals can pick up warm meals such as pizza, hot soups with bread, homemade marinated chicken souvlaki and homemade pita bread to take away. Ms Miller said despite the tough times recently, her staff and the local community have been extremely supportive. “We have some wonderful staff on JobKeeper, they come in and spend their time waiting for customers. They are all really positive and so is the team in the kitchen,” she said. “We’ve had a lot of local support...we’ve just had wonderful words about our staff and our food, and those people that live further away can’t wait to come back. “It’s a really nice journey we’re going through because it can bring out the best in people.” Dudley’s restaurant is currently open six nights and five lunchtimes a week for takeaway. The restaurant is closed all day Tuesday and Wednesday lunchtime. Free Bread Thursday will run every Thursday from midday throughout the current lockdown period.
IN BRIEF Missing Lilydale teen Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Lilydale teenager Olivia Adams-Razos. The 15-year-old was last seen on Victoria Road at 11pm on 14 August. Olivia is known to frequent the Yarra Glen or Wantirna areas and when last seen she was wearing black leggings, a black spray jacket and carrying a large brown handbag. Police and family hold concerns for Olivia’s welfare due to her age. Police have released an image of Olivia in the hope someone recognises her and can provide information regarding her current whereabouts.
Chris Marshall wanted on warrant Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Chris Marshall. A warrant has been issued for the 30-yearold’s arrests in relation to high risk driving. He is known to frequent the Ferntree Gully, Don Valley and Tecoma areas. Marshall may be driving a dark-coloured Holden VF ute. Investigators have released an image of Marshall in the hope someone may have information on his current whereabouts.
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Numerous police stations across the Dandenong Ranges have reported a decrease in incidents during Covid-19. Most stations have found they have been mainly focused on Covid-19 related issues. Emerald Police arrested a woman on 10 August for refusing to give her details after failing to provide a valid reason for not wearing a mask. The woman, in her late 40s, was arrested then released. She will receive a $200 penalty and will be charged with resisting arrest. “We continue to get people not complying with the Chief Health Officer’s directions by not wearing masks, but they are few and far between,” Sergeant David Calkin said. Sgt Calkin said it was good to see roads had typically been quiet after 8pm. He also said there had been an increase in work around mental health and he urged people to check in with their family members. Monbulk Police also reported an increase in the number of people calling to check what they can and can’t do under Stage 4 restrictions. Police encouraged people to check the Department of Health and Human Services website, www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus, before contacting police with queries. mailcommunity.com.au
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Covid-19 cases in decline By Jed Lanyon and Romy Stephens The Department of Health and Human Services has reported 116 active coronavirus cases in the Yarra Ranges on Monday 17 August, a decrease of 20 cases from last week. On 10 August, the Yarra Ranges recorded 136 active cases. The highest number of active cases in the region so far was 140, recorded across two consecutive days earlier this month. The state recorded 282 new cases of coronavirus along with 25 deaths, making it Australia’s deadliest day yet. Twenty-two of those deaths were linked to aged care facilities. To date, 334 people have died from coronavirus in Victoria according to DHHS. Victoria Police issued a total of 216 fines to individuals for breaching the Chief Health Officer directions on Sunday 16 August, including 27 for failing to wear a face covering when leaving home for one of the four approved reasons and 89 for curfew breaches. Police conducted 3294 spot checks on people at homes, businesses and public places across the state in that time. A man and woman intercepted along Ferntree Gully Road, in a vehicle without registration plates, were among recent fines. Police said the pair admitted they were on their way to Boronia (more than 20km from their home address) to pick up a pair of shoes they had purchased from an online marketplace.
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Litterbugs line the roads By Romy Stephens Numerous rubbish heaps have been sighted across the Yarra Ranges over the past week. Rubbish was spotted alongside roads in Yarra Glen and Menzies Creek, including dumped face masks. Yarra Glen’s Janene Pomeroy said she came across a heap of waste while walking the streets. “When are we going to realise there is no Planet B to move to once we finish completely destroying the one we’re on?” she said. “Once again, I have been for a walk around Yarra Glen and picked up dirty rubbish that people continuously throw out of their car windows. It has to stop.
The rubbish spotted in Yarra Glen. “Take it home and put it in your household bins that we are supplied with. Let’s really care for our beautiful environment. At the moment we all have time to care and do the right thing. Let’s keep the Yarra Valley beautiful.” To report littering, contact the EPA on 1300 372 842.
Dumped masks in Yarra Glen.
Dumped rubbish in Menzies Creek. 213177
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Sky Rail manager jailed By Cam Lucadou-Wells A highly-paid former manager on the Sky Rail project has been jailed for his part in work rorts worth more than $160,000 including facilitating work on his boss’s Selby home. Kory Oxley, from Berwick, was on a $185,000 salary as a 35-year-old Land Lease foreman on the Caulfield-Dandenong leg of the Level Crossings Removal project in 2017-’18. He pleaded guilty to orchestrating a timesheets rort in which workers were paid on non-entitled days off - or what the conspirators called “cheese days”. Over 12 months, he pocketed about half of the $90,328 racket. Oxley used the proceeds to buy a $24,000 caravan and an $11,500 boat and trailer.
In sentencing on 13 August, County Court judge Kevin Doyle noted that some workers felt pressured to join the ‘cheese’ scheme. They were told that “you’re either part of the ship or you’ll be thrown off”, Judge Doyle said. “You were managing these workers and you had power over them. You roped them into your criminal conduct. “You were spreading a culture of dishonesty in that workplace.” Oxley also organised 26 project laborers to do work on his co-offender and boss Steven Winter’s home in Selby over a two-day weekend in August 2018. Among their multitude of tasks were painting an outbuilding, building a large fence and moving a pile of wood. Oxley authorised for the team to be paid on
the company dollar. Though Oxley didn’t reap the benefit, the rort wouldn’t have occurred without his abuse of power, Judge Doyle said. “I don’t accept that you were somehow prevailed upon to offend in this way by Mr Winter.” Oxley’s “serious” offending was aggravated by repeatedly breaching his position of trust over an extended period. At the time he was not complying with a community corrections order designed to address his drug use. Oxley partly blamed his meth use for his offending, Judge Doyle said. He noted Oxley’s early guilty plea and lack of previous criminal deceptions. If Oxley could stop using meth, his rehabilitation prospects
were “reasonably good”, Judge Doyle said. The New Zealand citizen grew up amid family violence, drugs, crime and alcohol, and being “shuffled” among relatives’ homes. Jail would weigh heavily on Oxley, who was likely to suffer high levels of separation anxiety. So too the possibility of deportation under the Commonwealth Migration Act’s ‘character test’. Oxley was jailed for nine months, followed by a 15-month community corrections order. The supervised order included 100 hours of unpaid work as well as mental health, drug and alcohol treatment. The boat, trailer and caravan were forfeited, and Oxley was ordered to pay back the remainder of the money.
Students embrace practical learning through Covid By Romy Stephens Yarra Ranges Special Developmental School (YRSDS) has been working with a local business to keep important practical activities running during Covid-19 lockdowns. The school typically offers a senior elective program to students in Year 10, 11 and 12, where students can access community service. One elective class saw students head to Yarra Valley Gourmet Foods to package and label produce. But when coronavirus put excursions on hold, the school was forced to explore alternative options. YRSDS senior teacher Emma Borland said that when she approached Yarra Valley Gourmet Foods for help, they were more than willing to help. “I contacted Jacqui at Yarra Valley Gourmet Foods and asked her would it be possible to run the program from the school?” Ms Borland said. “I would collect all of the flat pack boxes, the jars, all of the resources we needed and then have the work completed and delivered back to Jacqui. She thought it was a brilliant idea. “The students loved it, we found a suitable location in the school and we set it up in a virtual work environment which was the staff room.” Yarra Valley Gourmet Foods owner Jacqui Harvey said it was great to continue supporting the school through Covid-19. She said the students had been a vital part of the business for almost a decade. “We’ve had the kids since about 2012. We get a different crew every semester and it’s been so beneficial for my staff as well as them,” she said. “They are a joy to have around. Since the original lockdown we’ve missed them dreadfully, just getting boxes done but also having them around to make us laugh.” Ms Borland said relocating the program to the school meant more students were able to access it. “It was a pivotal highlight for the students to participate in this program at school because it enabled all the students to participate and additional students who wouldn’t ordinarily undertake that program,” she said. She added the program was extremely beneficial for students, teaching them numerous important workplace skills. “It’s a real work activity...It increases their communication skills, their team working skills, their personal development,” Ms Borland said. “It prepares them for working on-site. We teach them about the appropriate attire, the appropriate footwear, occupational health and safety protocols.” With all students now working remotely due to Covid-19, the elective has been temporarily put on hold. Ms Borland said she was exploring ways to potentially get students packing from home and the elective was set to recommence when students returned to school. mailcommunity.com.au
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Daniel puts together boxes in the students’ adapted work space at YRSDS.
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Adoption of 2020-21 Council Action Plan and Budget At its meeting held on Tuesday 11 August 2020 Yarra Ranges Council adopted its Council Action Plan 202021, the proposed Budget 2020-21 (including the Capital Expenditure Program) and the Long Term Financial Plan 2020-21 to 2029-30. These documents outline the key projects and goals to help guide the community’s recovery from COVID-19. Copies of the documents are available on Council’s website yrc.vic.gov.au/budget or can be mailed out on request by contacting 1300 368 333.
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If you’d like to support these organisations inancially or by volunteering your time, visit yrc.vic.gov.au/covidhelp
Create your own haiku to share your experience during COVID-19 – from moments of stillness to leeting observations. We will publish your haiku in our ‘Still Life’ online gallery.
Developing the next Council Plan 2021-25
A haiku is an elegant form of unrhymed Japanese poetry, consisting of three lines.
Yarra Ranges Council will soon begin work on the next four year Council Plan that will guide council’s future planning and service delivery through to 2025.
Lia Hills, a writer living and working in the Yarra Ranges, has produced an instructional video about how to capture your experience of this time through haiku.
We would love you to be a part of creating this plan. With your help, we can make sure we continue to address key issues and priorities to deliver the right services to the community for years to come.
Watch the video on our website to ind out how to write your own wonderful poem.
We will be running surveys, holding workshops, listening to people and using all that we learn from you to create the plan.
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If you want to join us in creating the next Council Plan, please let us know by providing your contact details. Your name and an email address is all we need to make sure your voice is heard.
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During Stage 4 lockdown, physical activity is more important than ever, especially for your mental and physical health. We want you to share where you are walking, riding or running within Yarra Ranges Council.
We will contact you with a quick survey to start with, and then offer you opportunities to join future engagement activities over the next ten months if you wish.
Post a photo of yourself getting your hour of exercise each day within your 5km area. Whether it’s exercising on your favourite trail or just around your local streets – just make sure you’re following Stage 4 restrictions.
We will also keep you informed on the development of the council plan and give you opportunity to comment on the direction and content of the plan.
How to enter 1. Post a photo on Facebook or Instagram showing where you like to exercise in your local area 2. Tag @yrcouncil and #activelivingyarraranges on your post 3. Post a photo before Monday 21 September 2020 to go in to the draw to win one of three prizes.
Yarra Ranges Council needs your help to make sure that the next council plan is one we can create and deliver together. Visit yrc.vic.gov.au/councilplan or call 1300 368 333 to leave your contact details.
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Upgrades for key Ranges blackspot An intersection in Menzies Creek will receive $120,000 for upgrades after being identified as a key black spot in the Dandenong Ranges. Under the Black Spot Program, the intersection of Aura Vale Road and Old Menzies Creek Road will be widened and receive new guideposts and chevron alignment markers. La Trobe MP Jason Wood said community input was critical to identifying key black spots in the electorate. “Road crashes place major emotional and economic strains on all affected communities but particularly the families and friends of the victims,” he said. “Motorists living within and visiting La Trobe will be pleased to know one notorious black spot in the electorate will be fixed with funding from the program. “This project wouldn’t be delivered without the community’s vital input and I encourage all residents and motorists in the region to nominate projects for future funding rounds.” Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Michael McCormack said Victoria would receive $38.7 million under the Black Spot Program’s 2020-21 funding round. “This major investment is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to building safer roads right across the nation,” Mr McCormack said. “The high-priority locations we are funding have seen a total of nine fatal crashes and a further 521 causing injuries recorded over the past five years.” For more information on the Black Spot Program, or to nominate a black spot, visit http://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/funding/blackspots.
The Menzies Creek intersection that has been identified as a black spot. 213100 Pictures: STEWART CHAMBERS
The intersection of Aura Vale Road and Old Menzies Creek Road will receive $120,000 for upgrades.
Homeless inquiry support By Jed Lanyon Yarra Ranges Council has voiced its support for a Federal Government inquiry into homelessness. Speaking at a council meeting on 11 August following Homelessness Week, councillors voted unanimously to support a jointly developed submission by 12 other Victorian council’s to the Federal Government Inquiry into homelessness in Australia. Councillor Tim Heenan led the way speaking on behalf of the submission, describing it as ‘important’. “The time has come for us to think seriously about where we stand in supporting people that need to have a roof over their heads,” he said. “We’re going to find that a lot more people are going to be sleeping in their cars, a lot more people are going to find that they need alternative means other than couch surfing. “We’ve just come out of homeless week and I recorded all the nightly temperatures in Lilydale and it has been a freezing week. An absolutely freezing week.” Mr Heenan usually spends Homelessness Week participating in a sleep out each year since 2008 to help raise awareness on the growing issue of homelessness. “I seriously hope people have been able to
find cover, for those who haven’t had a roof over their head. “We need to support our community. We need to become more passionate, more understanding and more caring for these people less fortunate than us.” Council’s current strategic links to the submission are to increase housing affordability by utilising Council-owned land for affordable housing developments and advocating for reforms to State planning policy to require inclusion of affordable housing in new large scale developments. To ensure people have suitable, affordable and stable housing and enable the availability of a range of housing options to meet needs across the age continuum. “In years gone by we’ve talked about statistics percentages and figures, I haven’t done that in the last couple of years because we’re talking about humans here, we’re talking about people and members of our community,” Mr Heenan said. “Mind you the statistics are really, really high. They’ve never been low, they’ve just gotten higher and higher every year. “This is an understanding of where we need to be more caring and I’m certainly hopeful that the statement we make to the Federal Government is going to transcend into very important actions in the future.”
Enrol for election With the Yarra Ranges Council election still going ahead this year, residents are being encouraged to check they are enrolled by the end of this month. This year’s election will take place in October, with the enrollment deadline at 4pm on 28 August. Elections will be conducted by postal voting only due to Covid-19. Electoral Commissioner Warwick Gately encouraged eligible voters to get involved. “If you’re 18 or over and you live in or pay rates to a Victorian council, enrol and have your say on the future of your local council,” he said. Anyone on the state electoral roll for their current address is automatically enrolled for these elections. There are also additional enrolment categories for non-resident owners, occupiers, company nominees and nonAustralian citizens who pay rates. People in these categories should contact their local council for further information. This year’s Victorian council elections will be the state’s largest single election program, with a predicted 4.5 million voters and over 2,000 candidates participating in elections across 76 councils. Further information on enrolment is available by calling 1300 805 478 or at vec.vic.gov.au. Australian citizens who have recently turned 18 or changed address can enrol or update their details online at vec.vic. gov.au/enrolment.
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Have your say! The community is invited to provide feedback on our current consultations. Your Community - Your Say Cardinia Shire Council is reviewing the way we consult with our community. We’re asking for input on how we can best collect ideas and feedback to inform our decision-making process.
Playground Renewals 2021 Cardinia Shire Council is planning to upgrade three playgrounds as part of the annual playground renewal program, including: • Keith Ewenson Park, Upper Beaconsfield • Kath Roberts Reserve, Beaconsfield • Redwood Road Playground, Gembrook
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For further information and to have your say visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay or contact us on 1300 787 624
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COVID-19 update A message from the Mayor “In difficult times like these, it’s so important that our most vulnerable residents are getting the assistance they need. I’m pleased there are a number of initiatives currently in place to help do that. “Eligible community members can now access in-home testing for COVID-19. Please visit the DHHS website for more information, including eligibility criteria. “Those who are vulnerable can also access free face masks from a number of local pharmacies and stores. We’re proud to be working with DHHS, local businesses and service providers to deliver this program to those who need it most. You’ll find more information about this program, including collection points and eligibility criteria, on our website.
“And if you’re feeling lonely or isolated due to COVID-19, please remember that you can access support through our Community Activation and Social Isolation (CASI) initiative. See below for examples of the support on offer through this program. “This is an incredibly tough time for local businesses, too. Many businesses are no doubt feeling the impact of Stage 4 restrictions. Please support them whenever you can. “Thank you to everyone who is doing the right thing and following the latest restrictions. Let’s keep working together and supporting one another.” Cr Jeff Springfield Mayor, Cardinia Shire Council
Support for vulnerable residents COVID-19 testing at home is now available for vulnerable community members. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/call-to-test-covid-19 Vulnerable community members can also access free face masks via a number of local pharmacies and stores across Cardinia Shire, as part of a program being delivered by DHHS, Council, local businesses and service providers. For DHHS eligibility criteria and a list of collection points in the shire, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
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• Pakenham: IYU Recreation Reserve, 165 Henry Road (drive-through testing site)
For the most up-to-date COVID-19 information and advice from the Victorian Government, including what you can and can’t do during Stage 4 restrictions, test isolation and worker support payments and resources for families with children: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
• Koo Wee Rup: Koo Wee Rup Community Centre, 255 Rossiter Road (drive-through testing site). Bookings required: 5997 9679. • Emerald: Hills Hub, 402 Belgrave-Gembrook Road (pop-up screening clinic). Registrations required: 1300 219 449. For the latest information on testing locations and operating hours: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested-coronavirus-covid-19
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If you’re feeling lonely or need support Are you feeling isolated due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Support is available through the Community Activation and Social Isolation (CASI) initiative. Examples of support that can be provided to you through this program include: • wellbeing check-ins • help with online applications • linking you with online social and community activities • running errands • collecting items from the shops or pharmacy • assistance with using technology (for example, video chatting) to stay connected with family and friends To request support, call the COVID-19 hotline on 1800 675 398 and choose option 3 OR call Council on 1300 787 624. More info: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/casi
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Our website’s COVID-19 online help hub connects you with information and advice on topics including COVID-19 cases by postcode, how to report a breach of restrictions and our local relief service providers directory.
Children will love the ‘neighbourhood zoos’ activity on our Connecting Cardinia online community space. Place a toy, drawing or picture of an animal in your window or anywhere it can be seen by children as they exercise. Kids can put the zoos they find on the activity’s online map or upload their photos. www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/connectingcardinia
If you’re experiencing financial hardship or seeking relief, or you’d like our dedicated ‘call back’ team to help you find the right support or information, contact us on 1300 787 624 or visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
Services and facilities update Council services and facilities For the latest information on changes to Council services and facilities due to Stage 4 restrictions, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/servicechanges
We’re still here to help! Our Customer Service Centre at Officer may be temporarily closed, but you can still contact our friendly team by phone or email or access a range of online services via our website. Council information For the most up-to-date information on Council services, facilities and meetings, visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au
The information on this page was correct at the time of print, but for the most up-to-date information visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
For full details and the most up-to-date information: Phone: 1300 787 624 Web: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Email: mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au
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Lifeline for local artists By Romy Stephens Four artists in the Dandenong Ranges have received Covid-19 grants to help keep them creating through the pandemic. As part of the State Government’s Sustaining Creative Workers program, $27,000 will go towards local artists to support their activities. Kiera Brew Kurec (Tecoma), Ruth Bunford (Belgrave), Laila Sakini (Belgrave South) and Jonnine Standish (Kallista) each received $5000 grants. Ms Brew Kurec utilises live endurance performance, performance for video, photography and installation for her work. She said that, like so many other artists, the pandemic had significantly impacted her practice. “One of the main things was loss of income due to the impact on work that I do to support my arts practice, including working in arts venues and arts festivals,” Ms Brew Kurec said. “Before the lockdowns were even announced there was a chain of work that was cancelled as well as interstate opportunities.” Ms Brew Kurec said she would use the grant to explore ways to make her practice more sustainable for the future. “Within my practice working in performance, the live nature of the work is quite imperative so what I’m using this grant for is to look at new ways to stage, adapt and create performance in light of changing times,” she said. The Sustaining Creative Workers program aims to provide targeted and immediate assistance to Victorian creatives who have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s aimed towards creatives such as artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, festivals, galleries, design studios, fashion labels and more. The grants will enable them to develop, deliver and adapt their work in a changed environment, including supporting equipment upgrades, research and development, digital initiatives and professional and business capacity building. Prior to the pandemic, the creative industries employed 280,000 Victorians and contributed $31 billion annually to the state economy. Ms Brew Kurec said local and emerging artists had been hit particularly hard, with many arts spaces having to close the doors. “For a lot of people, working across the Dandenong Ranges provides a sense of community and not being able to access that during this time would be quite hard,” she said. “I have a great concern for young artists, who are perhaps in their final year of university or their first year of university, who should be having their first experience of showing in artist-run spaces across Melbourne. “Without that experience, they are going to have a harder time to access galleries in a wider environment.” Monbulk MP James Merlino said the State Government was determined to help the arts sector “survive, adapt and connect with audiences during this pandemic and beyond.” “The Sustaining Creative Workers initiative is investing in the careers of local creatives when they need it most,” he said. “I’m pleased to announce these grants which will keep local creatives working through this tough period of restrictions, allowing them to future-proof their practice and weather the storm.”
Kiera Brew Kurec, Untitled (A Shared Public), Video still.
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Kiera working in her studio during a residency at Carbon in Penang, Malaysia. The Sustaining Creative Workers program was delivered in partnership with Regional Arts Victoria and Arts Access Victoria. For a full list of recipients visit creative.vic. gov.au.
Kiera Brew Kurec, The Body as A Vessel, The Vessel As A Body, Performance. Picture: TCB ART INC
Blood Vessel a bloody treat for fans of Aussie horror Blood Vessel Starring Nathan Phillips, Alyssa Sutherland and Alex Cooke Rated MA15+ Blood Vessel is a chilling Australian horror film that treads familiar monster-feature ground with finesse and strong character depth. Lost at sea during World War II, a motley crew of Allied personnel board a seeminglyabandoned Nazi minesweeper, only to unleash its macabre cargo. Blood Vessel has phenomenal tension, mailcommunity.com.au
with our and the characters’ dread steadily rising as they explore the ghost ship and uncover more of its dark history. Gloomy lighting and claustrophobic, grimy sets enhance the unease. Some of the dialogue and acting feels slightly awkward, but the stylised characters still bond or clash in engaging ways. The narrative contains some effective foreshadowing, as backstory and personal items return meaningfully later in the plot. The supernatural creatures are rendered through remarkably lifelike prosthetics, and convey extreme presence and menace even
when confined to a single location. Alyssa Sutherland and Alex Cooke deliver harrowing performances as strong-willed people struggling against the creatures’ insidious control, both physical and mental. The action is the one weak link in the production: the brief scuffles are gory and convey the characters’ determination, but are shot too close for the viewer to tell what’s going on. Blood Vessel is a tense, well-written horror film, and is available on DVD and iTunes. - Seth Lukas Hynes Tuesday, 18 August, 2020
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Library’s home run Library members across the Cardinia Shire and City of Casey haven’t lacked entertainment through the coronavirus lockdown, thanks to the local library’s home delivery service. Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) has packed and dispatched more than 11,000 home delivery orders since the program began at the start of April. CCL, with branches in Pakenham, Emerald, Narre Warren, Endeavour Hills, Hampton Park, Doveton and Cranbourne, has been offering deliveries of books and DVDs via contactless delivery through the pandemic.
The library has also been lending laptops and computers - for free - to residents in need who live in Cardinia Shire and Casey. CCL CEO Chris Buckingham was thrilled with the library’s success so far from the home delivery program. “We are so grateful that we are able to keep providing a meaningful service to our community despite all the disruption caused by Covid-19,” he said. “In these troubled times the library is here for you.”
Working tirelessly, the CCL team have posted 11,175 home delivery boxes, as of Thursday 30 July - weighing equivalent to 1412 wombats or eight hippos. “One of the core values of CCL is humour,” Mr Buckingham laughed. “We decided to measure our work in wombats, because we knew it would bring a smile to people’s faces.” The home delivery program has been extended until 1 September, and all return chutes are now closed meaning the community can hang onto their books for the time being.
The 2020 Victorian Seniors Festival has been reimagined as a virtual event with a series of online and radio performances. Now in its 38th year, the festival celebrates the valuable contribution older people make to the Cardinia Shire community. No public events will be held this year due to Covid-19 restrictions, so instead the festival is being broadcast directly into our homes with a diverse of range of online video performances and interviews, as well as radio entertainment from now until October 2020. Cardinia Shire Council mayor Jeff Springfield said he hoped the shire’s seniors would enjoy this year’s reimagined Victorian Seniors Festival. “While it’s disappointing that council won’t be able to host local seniors’ festival events for our community this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s great that the statewide festival is still going ahead with an online format,” he said. “Given we’re all spending so much time at home at the moment, it’s also good news that the program is starting early this year - with plenty of excellent entertainment already online - and running over a number of months.” Online performances and interviews The online performances are added to weekly. Artists and interviews feature Lonnie Lee, The Gram-O-Phonie Brothers, Tania Kernaghan, Kutcha Edwards and so much more. To view the performances, visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festivalsandawards. Radio reimagined The radio reimagined program features nostalgic and contemporary music, radio plays of long-established works by Alan Hopgood and Agatha Christie, plus new plays commissioned by the Victorian Seniors Festival. For more information about the 2020 Victorian Seniors Festival: www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/ seniorsfestival.
Feedback sought on new Cardinia playground plan Residents are being invited to give their input on three new playgrounds across the Cardinia Shire with a new online tool that helps participants choose the type of equipment they would like included. Cardinia Shire Council is planning to upgrade playgrounds, including Keith Ewenson Park inUpper Beaconsfield, Kath Roberts Reserve in Beaconsfield and Redwood Road Playground in Gembrook, as part of the annual playground renewal program. The online tool allows residents to select their favourite pieces of equipment to create their ideal playground with a set budget.
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Step out for good health What is the best way to exercise from home during Stage 4? Walking, running, cycling, yoga, home workout ... the options are not the problem, often the motivation and lack of clear goals are. Enough has been said about the physical and mental benefits of exercise during the current restrictions, so let’s help you get started. Walking has a lot going for it. Nothing clears the head like a brisk walk after being cooped up all day, and it turns out that the stress reduction aspects of walking are enhanced by walking through nature, whether it be a forest walk or a secluded track. Walking is also great for people suffering from osteoarthritis of knees, hips or lower backs, as well as those with or at risk of bone density problems, and good for the cardiovascular system to help prevent heart diseases, Type 2 diabetes and a range of other lifestyle diseases that we are at high risk from in
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Leadership under duress Do you have a role model, someone you look up to who sets the standard and embodies how you would like to be? I have two in particular: one is my grandfather (a highly intelligent, yet modest man who was the essence of honesty and integrity) and the other is Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, a famous polar explorer of the early 1900s who has become immortalised through his expeditions to the South Pole. For me, Shackleton epitomises all the characteristics you would look for in an outstanding leader so let me share with you a bit about the story which first sparked my interest. Shackleton first accompanied the famous British polar explorer Robert Falcon Scott on a tough trek to the South Pole in 1901 and got closer to the pole than anyone else previously before becoming ill and having to return to the UK. His dreams of becoming the first person to reach the South Pole were shattered when Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen achieved this in 1911, so he resolved to be the first person to cross Antarctica via the South Pole instead and set off on 1 st August 2014 on board the ice capable ship Endurance with his team of 28 men and one cat. In January 1915, the Endurance became locked in ice and Shackleton and his men had to leave the ship and establish a camp on the floating ice. When the ship sank later that year, Shackleton decided to use the three small lifeboats they had to row to Elephant Island off the southern tip of Cape Horn. They made it after seven days on the freezing sea but because the island was uninhabited and outside of normal shipping lanes, their chance of getting rescued was slim. Knowing that his team could not survive there for very long and that there was a whaling station at Stromness on South Georgia island, Shackleton chose five of the team and the best lifeboat and somehow made the 1,500km destination through perilous seas sixteen days later despite having to continuously bale water out of the tiny craft. Huge south-westerly gales forced the crew
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS IAN ASH to set course for the uninhabited south-west side of the island but hurricane winds meant they were unable to land for 24 hours. Everyone was exhausted. Further, Shackleton realised that the boat would not make it to the whaling station and resolved to cross the mountainous island on foot with two of his men (the other three were in poor physical shape), something which had never been done before especially in threadbare clothing and boots. The three crew members who stayed on the other side of the island were rescued the following morning and on August 25, 1916, Shackleton returned to Elephant Island to rescue the remaining crew members. It is thanks to Shackleton’s leadership that not a single member of his 28-men team died. This remains one of the most incredible rescues ever and is a testament to Shackleton’s remarkable leadership. The key attributes that shine through for me include: an unfailing belief in his ability to achieve his goal of rescuing his team (in total they were stranded for the better part of two years), persistence and personal resilience (the sailing to Elephant Island and South Georgia must have been incredibly tough and frightening), resourcefulness, planning and organisation (they carefully eked out their supplies of seal meat, blubber and dried milk to keep warm and fed over an extended period). A couple of typical quotes from the great man himself: “Superhuman effort isn’t worth a damn unless it achieves results.” “Through endurance we conquer.” Ian Ash is the Managing Director of OrgMent Business Solutions
If you are lacking inspiration remember that Einstein discovered a solution to his theory of relativity whilst walking to work, and Beethoven started humming the lead melody for his Fifth Symphony on one of his daily brisk walks. So there are no excuses! Adding in a higher intensity component is another great way to improve cardiovascular benefits of exercise, as well as further improving mood and reducing stress levels. This could be jogging, cycling or a workout at home. But remember, non-weight bearing exercise such as cycling or a workout should not replace a weight bearing exercise like walking for those with knee and hip osteoarthritis. Resistance training is also a great way to stave off bone density problems, and there is a bulk of evidence to say that resistance workouts done properly are better for general health, including the cardiovascular system, than walking, jogging, swimming or cycling alone.
Home workouts are perhaps the most in fashion exercise fad worldwide this year. Remember to have a clear purpose for your workouts. Start with achievable exercises that don’t cause pain, start with general 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions dosages, and remember it’s completely normal to feel sore in the days following. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is worse between three to five days post exercise, and is a natural response to strength training initially. The best treatment for this is doing the same exercise again within that three to five day window, but at a slightly reduced intensity. Other soft tissue treatments like massage, stretching, heatpacks and dry needling can also assist. For basic and free strength, pilates and yoga workouts training, go to our website video page, www.formandpractice.com.au/ videos.
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Call out for firefighters Forest Fire Management Victoria is now recruiting for project firefighters (PFF) in the Yarra Ranges. Deputy chief fire officer Shannon Devenish said firefighters would play an important role in keeping their communities safe this upcoming bushfire season. “Now more than ever, people understand how vital our project firefighters are in protecting their communities and the environment,” she said. “We’re looking for people of all walks of life and backgrounds to join Forest Fire Management Victoria over the summer season, to help us with bushfire prevention and suppression in Melbourne’s parks and forests. There are numerous positions available for general firefighters and fire support officers. Positions have also been identified for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. “Project firefighters are on the frontline fighting bushfires, conducting planned burns, managing roadside vegetation, maintaining access to fire trails and roads and supporting other emergency work,” Ms Devenish said. “No two days are the same, and this is a great opportunity to learn new skills and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that helps protect the Melbourne community. “Successful recruits receive comprehensive training and get the opportunity to work with experienced personnel from a range of fire management agencies. Many past PFFs have gone on to rewarding careers in permanent roles within the department.” Project firefighters are based at more than 80 locations throughout the state, adding to the existing workforce of 300 firefighters currently on three-year contracts. Once recruitment is complete, Forest Fire Management Victoria will have more than 1,000 frontline forest firefighters trained and ready for this coming season. Crews will be supported by staff from the
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Healesville’s Grand Hotel has fitted out the pub’s exterior with several posters in a bid to lift community spirit. Pedestrians and drivers passing the iconic hotel can easily spot the signage, which has been created by locals to share messages of support for those doing it tough. Healesville resident and pub-goer Kersten Gentle said the idea came from her daughter Nikita, who pitched the idea to the business owners of the hotel. “We recognised how community minded Lisa and Tom are and my daughter said, ‘why don’t we do some posters to brighten up the place as people are walking’ and the response from people has been amazing,” Ms Gentle said. “This town has gone through a lot in the past and I know that if the community comes together now, we will make sure that everyone gets through this. And that’s what these posters are about; making sure that everyone comes through the other end of this pandemic.” Business owner Lisa McKay-Campbell invites locals to design their own A2 posters to display across the pub as they enlist the services of Breen Printing to create their positive posters. Relatives of Ms McKay-Campbell, who were in Mallacoota at the time of the recent bushfires were involved in a similar feat paying respects to the nation’s firefighters. The idea initially started as a home-schooling art class activity but is now open for people of all ages with time to spare in isolation. “One of the biggest problems with the pandemic is the effect on people’s mental health, so if these posters can put a smile on someone’s face then the Grand is doing a good job ... To me this is the perfect canvas for our town,” Ms Gentle said. Ms McKay-Campbell said that some of her
By Jed Lanyon Healesville’s Grand Hotel has fitted out the pub’s exterior with several posters in a bid to lift community spirit.
Business owners Tom and Lisa with kids Levi and Maeve. 208350 customers would share that the brief interaction with the hotel’s staff would be the only human contact they receive for the day. The Grand Hotel is now operating a drivethrough takeaway meal service for locals looking for a restaurant quality meal without having to leave the comfort of their car. “It’s something that we would never had or-
dinarily done ... It’s the only thing we can really do,” Ms McKay-Campbell said. “You drive through the bottle shop and they pass it to you through the car window. You can literally come through in your pyjamas.” As part of their takeaway menu, the hotel has also started cooking regular Sunday roasts for customers.
Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Those keen to have their artwork displayed can drop off the poster to the Grand Hotel’s bottle shop or contact: grandcommunityspirit@gmail.com. To place an order at the Grand Hotel, view the menu at https://healesvillegrandhotel. com.au/ and call 0404 406 172.
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Nominations are now open for this year’s Emerald Citizen of the Year Awards. The awards aim to acknowledge individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the local community. There are two awards - Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year. The successful awardees may be asked to play a role during the year of their appointment, as guest speakers at community occasions and events. Individuals are required to be a resident of the 3782 postcode (Avonsleigh, Clematis and Emerald), employed or active within
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Youth league season off By Jed Lanyon The NAB League’s Boys and Girls competitions have been cancelled this year following the implementation of Stage 4 restrictions in Melbourne and Stage 3 restrictions in regional Victoria. The NAB League is the AFL’s premier talent pathway competition comprising teams in metropolitan and regional Victoria making up some of the country’s best under-19s talent in Australian Rules Football. A statement released by the AFL said, “With the Victorian State Government declaring a State of Disaster, the situation relating to the Covid-19 pandemic remains a significant challenge for the entire Victorian community and provided too great a challenge for the NAB League to be held this year. “Following the Victorian State Government advice, no community football training or competition can be held in Victoria during
current restrictions for six-weeks until Sunday September 13. AFL Head of Talent Pathways and State League Competitions Tristan Salter said the decision was made following the announcement by the Victorian State Government. “All levels of the game across Victoria have been impacted by the health pandemic this year and under the new restrictions, any form of training and competition for both metropolitan and regional players and clubs is prohibited,” Mr Salter said. “We acknowledge this is extremely disappointing news for the players, coaches, officials, volunteers and fans of the NAB League Competition and we commend every NAB League region that has worked tirelessly to find a way through. “Every step of the way, our focus has been on the safety of players, coaches, volunteers, officials and our communities. Following the updated restrictions announced by the Victorian State Government, it provided too great a
challenge for all involved.” The AFL will continue to support all 2020 NAB League players for the remainder of the year and said they are committed to ensuring opportunities will exist in 2021 for players who have been impacted by the disruptions to the 2020 NAB League season through a revised talent pathways model. The 12 NAB League Girls clubs each completed up to three matches in March 2020 with Oakleigh Chargers, Greater Western Victoria Rebels and Northern Knights all undefeated. Given only three games have been played, no premiership will be awarded for this season. The Eastern Ranges Girls team finished their season with a win against Tasmania Devils in their first game at the upgraded Kilsyth Recreation Reserve, while the Boys season was postponed prior to Round 1. Eastern Ranges Boys were set to compete in Healesville against the Geelong Falcons in May. The AFL is currently working with all NAB League Girls regions on how to best support all
players ahead of the 2020 NAB AFLW Draft in October. The AFL is continuing to explore a return to train and return to play model for Vic Country and Vic Metro Boys State Squads, which if it was safe to proceed, would ensure talent are provided with an opportunity to showcase their talent and assist them in reaching the elite level. Both squads will not commence training or matches unless it is safe to do so. “Throughout this pandemic the NAB League community has shown great resilience and perseverance and we admire and appreciate the continued positivity during a difficult year for our community. I am not alone in appreciating the challenges players, staff and their families are facing,” Mr Salter said. “We maintain our commitment to all players that we will continue to explore arrangements to assist them with their talent profile ahead of the NAB AFLW and NAB AFL Drafts later this year.”
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