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Tuesday, 20 October, 2020
Tribute to our health heroes
Homelessness on the rise
Black panther search
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Healesville Primary School student, Nate, jumps with joy along with his fellow students and principal Tracey Robertson-Smith as the Shire of Yarra Ranges records zero active Covid-19 cases. Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Ms Gaskell said. “A big piece of work Eastern Health has done in Lilydale is supporting outbreak management, where there has been outbreaks in aged care or residential warding houses. We’ve done a lot of work caring for the people inside and supporting staff. “Our comms teams have done a lot of work on social media with their Covid safe messaging and letting people know where to get tested and access services.” A shift to ‘telehealth’ for specialist care has
allowed patients to receive advice and support from the comfort of their home. Despite reaching zero cases, Ms Gaskell urged locals to remain vigilant when it comes to containing the coronavirus. “It’s very important because obviously we know one case can multiply very quickly. We don’t want a third wave, we want people to get back to a normal life as soon as possible and that’s why it’s extremely important to get tested if you have the symptoms.” Continued page 3
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The Shire of Yarra Ranges has recorded zero active Covid-19 cases, marking a significant local milestone in the long fight to contain the coronavirus outbreak in Victoria. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recorded zero active coronavirus cases in the Yarra Ranges on Sunday 18 October, encompassing areas from Yarra Glen to Chirnside Park, Warburton to Kilsyth being free of the virus. It’s been a difficult year for Victorians as Covid-19 cases broke out of control across the state leading to harsh restrictions enacted in an effort to suppress the virus. But now Yarra Ranges joins five other Metropolitan Melbourne local government areas to reach zero active cases, with neighboring councils, Maroondah, Cardinia and Nillumbik all reaching the mark in the outer east. The other two being Kingston and Mornington Peninsula. Eastern Health’s Clinical Director Ambulatory Care, Dr Penny Gaskell said reaching zero cases was “very exciting” and a “huge achievement” considering active cases in the Yarra Ranges had peaked at 140 on 6-7 July. The region has experienced a total of 251 cases to date. “I say that with a level of cautious optimism because of course we want to maintain this level,” she said. “We want to encourage people to still get tested and we don’t want to be complacent. “It’s great work by the community for following all the harsh restrictions and for taking care of each other. “Thank you to everybody for sticking with it and doing the best they can, it has to be a community and team effort to beat this thing.” Ms Gaskell spoke about Eastern Health’s strong presence in the region, citing that
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Inspiration is in the wild Yarra Valley artist Robert Knight has been invited to exhibit in a national virtual exhibition featuring internationally recognised artists who are all inspired to enrich the appreciation of the Australian natural environment through their art. The exhibition is curated by Queensland based wildlife artist Dr. Pete Marshall for the WAMA Foundation. This virtual exhibition, curated by wildlife artist Dr. Pete Marshall for the WAMA Foundation, of new works follows the publication of the extremely successful art book - the first published by the Wildlife Art Museum of Australia Foundation. Thirty of the original Australian Foundation Artists are exhibiting their art works in a virtual exhibition to celebrate nature and environment through art. These artists, all with international reputations, supported the WAMA Project to develop an art museum in a native environment in Western Victoria from its conception, and are still encouraging in their support today. Robert Knight said he is proud to be a part of this prestigious show. “From a young age I have been interested in painting the Australian bush,” he said. “As I paint I think of the spiritual connection between the bush and the wildlife that lives there. I have been painting for over thirty years and I never tire from it.” The artists featured in this exhibition draw their inspirations from the natural world in amazingly diverse ways, creating beautiful and deeply meaningful works of art in a variety of mediums, complementing their subjects, but delving deeper into the wonders of nature with their individual and very personal responses. These artists are recognised throughout Australia and in many art circles around the world, and include Tony Pridham, Sophie Cape and Noel Hart.
Robert Knight To complement these original artists, two Indigenous artists have been invited as guest artists to exhibit their work. Paul Bong and Daniel O’Shane are deeply inspired by their culture and tell and record their cultural stories in intriguing and thought provoking ways through their art. Both highly acclaimed artists, their work hangs in Parliament House and The National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. “It is my pleasure and privilege to again gather these artists together to showcase their inspiring works which are for sale and to support WAMA,” said Mr Marshall. WAMA’s online art exhibition, Inspiration Wild: foundation Artists 6 Years On, is available for viewing from the 19 October until 30 November at www.wama.net.au/art-exhibition. For more information visit: www.robertknight.com.au
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Our health heroes By Jed Lanyon The Shire of Yarra Ranges reaching zero active cases is an incredible feat and one that would not be possible without the hard work of the healthcare professionals from Eastern Health. Here are just a few of the amazing team members (listed left to right) who have been working on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Thank you for helping keep us all safe. Lia Weston-Edward, Administration Lia usually works for Surgery in Maroondah Hospital, but was more than happy to help Eastern Health’s Covid-19 clinic out, greeting people with a smile every day and supporting hard-working nurses. Di Dekker, District Nurse District Nurse Di has continued to provide home visits to the local community through the pandemic, making sure people still get the nursing care they need in their homes. Ruth Herdman, District Nursing Coordinator Ruth is the key to making sure everything runs smoothly every day, she takes everything in her stride and leads the team with calmness and humour. Some of Eastern Health’s Covid-19 community clients have a lot going on in their lives, but they all respond to Ruth’s kind and caring approach. Diane Taylor, District Nurse Along with continuing to care for regular Eastern Health clients, Di has also been working in
Eastern Health team members celebrating zero active Covid-19 cases in the Yarra Ranges. Picture: JED LANYON the Covid-19 testing clinic at the Healesville Senior Citizens Centre, ensuring that the local community has local access to testing. Karina Bagnoux, Registered Nurse Usually Karina works in the Operating Theatre at Healesville. But with the theatre suspended during the pandemic, she has pivoted and has been doing swabbing, temperature checking at the hospital front entrance, and telehealth
check ins with Covid-19 clients. Kerrie Harris, District Nurse In the first wave, Kerrie volunteered to learn how to swab and since then has worked in the Covid-19 testing clinic as well as doing mobile outreach testing clinics at more isolated locations such as Reefton and Powelltown, making sure people who don’t have transport still can be tested.
Flowers bloom for aged care residents By Jed Lanyon Healesville Primary School students created and delivered paper flowers for Heaesville’s aged care homes. Residents of Monda Lodge, Aurrum Aged Care and Holmwood Aged Care received a bright package filled with flowers from the school as they hoped to lift their spirits during the coronavirus restrictions. “The whole school community was involved in making the flowers throughout the term holidays and last week,” principal Tracey Robertson-Smith said. “Easily about 150 flowers were made in a range of colours and materials. “The school thought it would be a lovely idea to brighten the lives of those living in aged care as they have not been allowed visitors throughout lock down and restrictions. So this was a way of bringing some joy and colour to their lives. “One of our school values is community and we also see this as a way of connecting and strengthening the bond with the Healesville community as a whole. “The students were very keen to do this as they wanted to give something nice to the residents. We’ve got parents who have got relatives in those facilities and know the people who work in them.” Ms Robertson-Smith personally delivered
Healesville Primary School captains Archie and Charli dropping off a delivery of flowers. the flowers alongside school captains Charli and Archie. Ms Robertson-Smith said it was such a joy to have the school filled with children again as students returned to school earlier this month. “After being here throughout lockdown and only having a small amount of kids on location, it’s just so nice to hear the laughter and see them playing again. Hopefully they are here for the rest of the term.”
Our shire is finally Covid free From page 1 When asked to describe what the year 2020 has been like for healthcare workers, Ms Gaskell used the word “challenging” but said it has fostered a strong collaborative work ethic in the health industry. “Everybody is working their hardest and at their best so it has been a positive in that respect ... The team I’m working with at Eastern Health are an extraordinary group of people.” Yarra Ranges Council Mayor Richard Higgins said he was “very proud” to see the work of residents help eliminate the coronavirus from the area. “On behalf of Yarra Ranges Council, we would like to thank all emergency service and healthcare workers for their commitment where they are putting themselves at risk. “Without them, we wouldn’t be where we are. “While we put our thoughts out to anybody who may have lost loved ones during this time. It’s definitely a thought that is front of mind while we’re stuck about at home, there are people out there who have lost loved ones and our heart goes out for them.” Mr Higgins shared council’s recent bid to the state government to have remote areas of the Shire reclassified as regional had ultimately failed. As a member of Victoria Police, Mr Higgins gave some insight on how the pandemic had impacted law enforcement. “It has changed the way police have attended to things,” he said. “Curfews were an interesting time and hopefully something we never have to see again. Patrolling the streets when there were no cars around was interesting for our members.” Mr Higgins said that officers were sympathetic to the community’s plight and understanding of the hardships they faced, while also surprised at the disregard of restrictions by few. While the Shire of Yarra Ranges has no active cases, it may not always stay that way as metropolitan Melbourne continues to grapple with containing Covid-19, Ms Gaskell urged residents to get tested when experiencing coronavirus symptoms which can include a cough, fever, shortness of breath or tiredness.
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Covid homeless concern By Romy Stephens The CEO of a charity that supports homeless people has warned that Covid-19 could exacerbate what is already a serious problem in the Yarra Ranges. Holy Fools CEO Neal Taylor founded the organisation and has been involved since its inception, over 10 years ago. Mr Taylor said numerous people would be impacted when the Federal Government’s JobSeeker coronavirus supplement, currently $250, ends on 31 December. “There is going to be a mass influx of people who are going to hit the streets or going to need help,” he said. Mr Taylor said Covid-19 had already worsened some of the issues that influenced homelessness in the region. “We’ve always had an issue in the Yarra Ranges with family breakdown and family issues brought about by financial stress, employment stress and illness. It’s also brought about by drugs and alcohol and family violence,” he said. “The breakdown of families has been exaggerated and exacerbated by Covid-19 and the high level of unemployment. “We’ve had a lot of people in isolation and had a lot more family violence.” Earlier this year, the State Government implemented a Homelessness Hotels Emergency Response. This saw homeless Victorians sheltered in hotels to help protect them from Covid-19 outbreaks.
Neal Taylor says Holy Fools’’ outreach services have been hit hard by the pandemic. 218423 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS “It tells us that the Government could do something if it really wanted to,” Mr Taylor said. “When they feel they have to do something they can do it.” He added that the Federal Government was also lacking in its support, with the latest budget being “abysmal” when it came to sup-
porting affordable housing. But Mr Taylor’s concerns towards the severity of homelessness in the Yarra Ranges is not something new, with his organisation advocating for more support for over a decade. “We feel like we’ve been talking to no one because it seems that there are lots of things that could be done to help,” he said.
“If we do not start planning for some affordable housing in the Yarra Ranges and start to recognise that we do have a homeless problem, things are going to get out of control. “For so long we’ve ignored and lived in ignorance that there’s a problem here. Because we don’t have people living on the streets like in the city, people don’t think it happens here. “We have always had a problem but it’s starting to get worse. In the past 10 years we’ve seen a dramatic increase in homelessness.” The services Holy Fools provides have also been “dramatically” impacted by the pandemic. “The education side of things has gone from talking in schools to just providing information online,” Mr Taylor said. “Our outreach services have changed quite a bit. Our outreach lunch every Wednesday, called Street Angels, we’ve had to pull back on that and only offer that as delivery.” But Mr Taylor thanked the local community for their help, particularly over the past six months. “Groups like ourselves have really had a lot of the community support us during this pandemic, we’ve had quite a lot of food donations and clothing,” he said. “It’s been fantastic. But in the same token, people need to realise our load has obviously increased as well and we are going to need financial help.” To find out more about Holy Fools, visit www.holyfools.org.au.
A feed for those in need Healesville Community Bank Branch has purchased 100 meals for those in need through Healesville Inter-church Community Care Inc (HICCI). The donation was made to My Little Kitchen’s ongoing initiative where the local community can pay forward a meal and the cafe will prepare the dish and supply it to HICCI for home delivery. Healesville Community Bank board member Caroline Evans said the initiative by My Little Kitchen was a “wonderful idea”. “We wanted to find a way to connect with them, so we bought 100 meals which will be distributed around the community,” she said. Ms Evans said the decision to donate to the homeless support organisation in HICCI was an easy one. “They’ve been an integral part of the fabric of our community for a lot of years now and at the bank, we admire the work they do in supporting the disadvantaged and those struggling in our community through a whole sweep of services that they provide. My Little Kitchen owner and head chef,
Ben Arnold, said the response from the community in paying forward meals had been “awesome”. “The community has donated about 64 meals over the last four or five weeks, which we produced last Sunday (11 October) and distributed on Tuesday (13 October),” he said. “It’s been pretty heartwarming to see the community consistently contribute. Loads of customers come in and buy their coffee and then they will put forward a community meal. It’s pretty damn impressive.” HICCI executive officer Alsion Gommers said the organisation delivers about 60 meals per week to vulnerable community members. Prior to the pandemic, HICCI would put on weekly meals at Dinner @ Darron’s, feeding those in need and promoting social inclusivity. With that now on hold, they have pivoted to a home delivery meal service to assist the elderly and support those sleeping rough in a difficult time. “How lucky we are where we live to have the community support we do,” Ms Gommers said.
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$4000 damage bill Two males have been arrested after it was alleged they vandalised the newly opened Warburton Water World earlier this month. A 19 year old Warburton male and a 15 year old male have been charged on summons after the water park was damaged on 4 October. It is alleged the pair, who will face court at a later date, caused over $4000 worth of damage to the newly opened attraction. Leading Senior Constable Silvia Jarvie told Star Mail the pair was accompanied by two unidentified female teenagers and had been drinking in the park between 3am and 5am. The individuals charged are alleged to have pulled out a newly planted tree and proceeded
The Warburton Water World park. to shove it in a toilet. “It’s caused a bit of sewage spill and has killed the tree,” LSC Jarvie said. “There was damage to a tap in the toilet block. They’ve
pulled a clothing hook off one of the cubicle walls and they’ve smashed a solar lantern light in the new garden. “It doesn’t take much to creep up to $4000. “It’s something that the community takes a bit of pride in and a nice novelty that has been taken advantage of.” Police and park rangers were concerned about glass that had been broken from stubbies along the soft floor play area, but assured that a thorough clean had taken place to remove any shards. LSC Jarvie said the pair were also spoken to in relation to breaching the Chief Health Officer’s health directives.
Yarra Glen man among Hells Angels targeted A Yarra Glen man was among two Hells Angels Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang (OMCG) members served with Firearm Prohibition Orders last week. Police said they seized ammunition and a quantity of cannabis from a Yarra Glen property on 12 October. A 59-year-old Yarra Glen man, who is allegedly an office bearer with the club, was expected to be charged on summons with firearms and drug offences. A 65-year-old Roxburgh Park man was also served an order. Police from a number of units including Echo Taskforce, Vehicle Crime Squad, State Liquor Unit, the Public Order Response Team, Critical Incident Response Team, North West Metro Regional Crime Team, Casey Crime Investigation Unit and Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit were involved in the operation, along with assistance from the Australian Border Force. The arrests and seizures form part of a National day of Action targeting the Hells Angels OMCG.
Restriction breaches Victoria Police intercepted a vehicle in the Yarra Ranges with five occupants inside. The group told police they’d been watching the football at a friend’s address. All five were from different households and were more than five kilometres away from their home address. In a 24 hour period Victoria Police issued a total of 125 fines to individuals for breaching the Chief Health Officer’s directions, including 13 for failing to wear a face covering when leaving home, eight at vehicle checkpoints. In this period, 14,819 vehicles were checked at the vehicle checkpoints and police conducted 1110 spot checks on people at homes, businesses and public places across the state.
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Let’s talk about panthers By Romy Stephens The creator of a podcast that investigates black panthers is particularly interested in hearing stories from the Yarra Ranges. Missing Panther is a podcast created and hosted by Ben Beed. Mr Beed studies film but is also interested in investigative journalism. He said his passion for researching black panthers was sparked from a unique experience when he was young. “When I was a kid me and a friend found three really unusual creatures, high up in a duck hollow, that were very cat-like but not feral cats because the features were too large,” Mr Beed said. “We took them to a vet who couldn’t identify them...it wasn’t until years after that I started to piece things together and thought hang on a minute, why couldn’t a vet find out what these creatures were? “I’ve been obsessed with the story my whole life but now that I’m studying film and investigative journalism, it’s come together perfectly. “Which is why I’m tracking down people that have seen something, making my own evaluation and putting the information out there for people to make their opinion as well.” With Covid-19 giving him more free time, Mr Beed said he was finally able to start the podcast. In it, he interviews a range of people, including biologists, police officers, doctors, lawyers, and dentists. “They have nothing to gain from coming forward and telling their story, but have obviously been faced with something that challenges their normal belief of what’s in the Australian bush,” Mr Beed said. Mr Beed said he had already interviewed numerous people from the Yarra Ranges, which he considered a “hotspot” when it came to recorded sightings. One of the most fascinating stories he was told occurred in Toolangi. “A local motorbike rider had an experience in the last couple of years. He was riding at speed, quite slowly at first, and this large black animal ran up alongside him, which he thought was a dog at first,” Mr Beed said. “The first glimpse he got of this thing was feline, a long tail, black and moved stealthily. “When he gave it some throttle to get out of there, I think he said up to 60 to 70 kilometres an hour, it was keeping up with him to the point where he floored it and got the hell out of there. “His mate was about a minute behind him and when they got to the car his mate said ‘did you see that large black thing?’ “They both agreed it definitely wasn’t a dog.” One of the main questions the podcast addresses is: why hasn’t there been many clear photographs or videos of black panthers captured in Australian bushland? “I’ve gone on to learn that these are extremely elusive animals and Australia has so many large national parks,” Mr Beed said.
The creator of a podcast that investigates black panthers is particularly interested in hearing stories from the Yarra Ranges.
In his podcast, Missing Panther, Ben Beed discusses big cats, unusual stock loss and a whole lot more.
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“All of these inaccessible areas of national parks are the perfect hiding places, and there’s plenty of game out there. “For people to say why haven’t we got that photo, my question is how many people are actually actively today walking around with a camera and what are their chances? “If you see a fox running across the road I challenge people to get their camera out and take a good photo. Even trying to get a really clear shot of a feral cat is not easy.” Mr Beed said he encouraged everyone to lis-
ten to Missing Panther, no matter their beliefs. “The podcast is for both critics and noncritics of big cats. We address some interesting stories that look at how big cats got here, we look at unusual stock loss and we run through a wide range of theories as to how this is even possible.” He also encouraged Yarra Ranges locals to get in touch and share their stories. “I’m collecting these stories because I want people to know what’s going on behind the scenes, I want them to know what could be
lurking in our bushland,” Mr Beed said. “I don’t want this animal shot and killed, I don’t want hunting parties. I want it to be nurtured, protected and studied. “Coming on the podcast doesn’t mean you have to give away your identity. “I just think come forward, share what you know, share what you’ve seen and don’t be afraid.” To find out more about Missing Panther, or to share your story, visit www.missingpanther. com.au.
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Royalty, rogues and rail By the 1890s, the railway was making many significant changes to life in the areas surrounding Yarra Glen and Healesville. People could travel to the city of Melbourne and return home the same day; farm produce and timber could reach larger markets; and large community groups were able to enjoy a day at the beach. Visitors from the city and suburbs came for a day, a week or a month, establishing a local tourist industry. In May 1901 these visitors included the Duchess of York who travelled by train to Healesville and then by horse-drawn drag to a bush picnic at Fernshaw. A less commonly known utilisation of the railway was that by doctors who occasionally sent a patient to a city hospital for specialist treatment. In 1909 William Gordon, a labourer aged 53 employed at Gulf Station, was returning home from a sports day at Yarra Glen when his pony shied as a phaeton passed. Gordon fell from the pony, hitting his head violently, and was knocked unconscious. Dr Vogler of Yarra Glen diagnosed that he had a fractured skull. Gordon was taken to Mel-
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Yarra Glen and District Historical Society secretary bourne on the train and admitted to hospital. Unfortunately he died within 24 hours without ever recovering consciousness. Another accident happened in Christmas Hills in February 1913. Mabel Wilson (20) was in a shooting party when the gun she was carrying exploded as she was climbing over a fence. The full charge of shot lodged in her chest. Mabel was taken to Melbourne by the evening train from Yarra Glen and then conveyed in a St. John ambulance to the Melbourne Hospital. Three weeks later she returned to her mother’s home, apparently making a good recovery despite the fact that the doctors decided not to
remove the bullet. By 1914 a Tourist Association had formed in Healesville and was responsive to complaints from its clients. The Association drew the attention of the Railway Department to the fact that weekend rabbiters heading home to the city were in the habit of boarding the train at Tarrawarra and Yarra Glen with their ‘booty’. On one occasion 120 rabbits were counted in one carriage. Besides bringing holiday makers the trains sometimes brought those with more ulterior motives. These instances also show that before motor vehicles were commonplace, the police force often used the railway to travel in pursuit of criminals. On Wednesday 28 April 1909 a special race train had left the Lilydale railway station for Yarra Glen when the proprietor of the Refreshment Room noticed a case of grapes was missing. Someone had seen a man take the box so the police were called. Constable Considine caught the next train to Yarra Glen and made his way to the racecourse where he found William Olive (20) in the act of selling the grapes to punters.
On Monday night 16 October 1925 several shops and two hotels in Healesville were burgled. The next day an alert police officer noticed two men arrive by train, each carrying a large suitcase. The men were kept under observation until they left town on foot on Wednesday evening. The police were driven by car to intercept the men on the Tarrawarra Road, apparently heading for the Tarrawarra station. They were each carrying a suitcase containing items later identified as some of the stolen goods. Following another robbery at Healesville in June 1926, two men left the town early, one on a bicycle and the other on foot. Correctly anticipating that the pedestrian would catch a train at Tarrawarra or Yarra Glen, the police took the 11am train to Lilydale. Lo and behold, when the train stopped at Tarrawarra their quarry boarded the train - the same carriage as the constables. The latter kept quiet until the man disembarked at Lilydale where his accomplice was waiting to load his bicycle into the guards van. Both men were arrested and charged with larceny at Alexandra as well as at Healesville.
Forest certification has a positive ring of agreement Responsible Wood has welcomed a suggestion by forestry leaders that all forests, including parks and reserves, should be certified to find out how well they are being managed. Simon Dorries, chief executive of Responsible Wood, which is the Australian arm of PEFC, the world’s largest certification system, said the certification standard was designed not only for production areas but also reserved areas. About half of Australia’s forests are in conservation reserves, while the small proportion of production forests is certified by Responsible Wood/PEFC “The idea of bringing national parks under a sustainable forest management standard means the environmental and social aspects of the standard would apply to it. It would provide a way for the land manager – national parks or state government - to demonstrate that the forests are well managed,” he said. “It would include the monitoring and management of biodiversity, the appropriate management of fire, the handling of invasive pest species. There are a lot of very positive things that could be done much better in a formalised system. “You don’t have to manage just for timber production. There are the economic and social aspects, the provision of employment for local communities, public access where appropriate and making sure those processes are managed.” His comments follow calls from consultant Rob de Fegeley AM and Ric Sinclair, managing director of Forest & Wood Products Australia, that all forest management in Australia, including conservation reserves and small forest
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This had to be considered against the cost of bushfires. “Maintaining fire trail access – that is controversial itself. The downside is you lose rare and endangered species through lack of management. That is not a good outcome,” he said. Mr Dorries said there were about five or six certification bodies qualified for auditing forest management systems. “They are big organisations like SIR Global, British Standards Institute, Global Mark. They have individual employees, accredited through the AustralianNew Zealand accreditation body and verified to their competence. A pool of auditors would go out and do the audits,” he said. The chief executive of FSC Australia, Damian Paull, said he had raised the certification issue with the FSC chair. “At this stage we have no comment to make on the proposal,” he said. Environment groups had nothing to say on the issue. The Australian Conservation Foundation said it did not have anyone available to examine and comment on the proposal. WWF welcomed the opportunity to comment but said its conservation team was working on other priorities at the moment and could not help with a statement on the proposal. “Sorry we couldn’t be more help on this occasion,” a spokesman said. Neither the Victorian National Parks Association nor the Wilderness Society replied to requests for a comment. Mr de Fegely said more was known about production forestry than about the forest area outside production. Certification would inform a whole-of-landscape approach that
would include water quality and catchment, biodiversity, invasive pests, weed and disease risk, and the potential effects of future climate and fire regimes. “There is a general acceptance that once a national park is declared, then everything is OK, but without some form of monitoring, noone can tell. It is about questioning - are our Parks working to protect threatened species?” he said. “Certification would assist as it would then set some key performance indicators for Parks to be measured by in the same way that production forests are measured.” A Victorian parliamentary inquiry three years ago found that invasive animals were expanding in number and distribution across the state. Parks Victoria manages a system of more than 100 parks totalling about 3.4 million hectares. The inquiry said the invasive animas- feral cats, foxes, dogs, horses, rabbits, goats and pigs – were damaging the environment, hurting agriculture and reducing liveability. Evidence suggested these problems were becoming worse in many parts of Victoria.” Victoria’s Legislative Council Environment & Planning Committee is now conducting an inquiry into ecosystem decline in Victoria. It is looking at the decline of Victoria’s biodiversity and ways to restore habitats and populations of threatened and endangered species. Submissions have now closed and the report date has been extended from October 30 until April 30 next year.
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Grant for tech creator A Montrose man has received one of four $25,000 grants as part of the inaugural Lexus and Mentored Grant program - an initiative developed to help up-and-coming entrepreneurs take control of their journey in the wake of the current climate. The four entrepreneurs represent four out of the six states across the country and present varied approaches to improving life in the future. Each talented applicant applied for the grant alongside hundreds of other interested parties, all the while weathering a nationwide lockdown. After a competitive tender process, a video business pitch, and a spirited debate between judging panellists, the following four innovators were awarded grants via a virtual ‘Pitch Night’. Mark Yates is an experienced technological creator who wants to make a difference in the world of reusable plastics. Mr. Yates believes it has a job to do before spending the rest of its life in landfill and is uniquely equipped to make that happen. Wanting to make a difference in the world of plastics, he is putting ideas into action using handmade machinery and boundless ingenuity - a noble charge on his endeavour to solve the plastic waste catastrophe. The winners were selected for their initiatives to improve the lives of those around them through innovative problem solving, these four recipients can accelerate along the road to success with an infusion of funding, and the trusted mentorship of Mark Bouris. Mr Bouris’ dedication to the cause will see him meet with each entrepreneur individually to discuss their business plan, map out their next steps and offer strategic advice and guidance to assist in
making their goals a reality. Lexus Australia Chief Executive, Scott Thompson, was impressed by the level of skill put forward into the grant process and is pleased to see this initiative come to fruition in such a challenging economic time. “The Lexus and Mentored Grant allowed us to connect small businesses with funding and mentorship at a time that has been challenging for even the most mature and established organizations. We look forward to watching these driven innovators take their ventures to new heights on the way to creating a better tomorrow.” As one of Australia’s most successful and recognisable entrepreneurs, Mr Bouris is thrilled to have played a part in giving talented businesspersons an opportunity to succeed. “Being a part of the Lexus and Mentored Grant has highlighted the huge amount of talent we have throughout our nation and has me excited for the future. Knowing we could help these four grant recipients take their businesses to the next level at such a critical time is very important to me - I cannot wait to see what they can accomplish over the next few months,” said Mr Bouris. The Lexus and Mentored Grant was born out of a joint commitment between Lexus Australia and Mr Bouris to support emerging Australian talent who are nurturing innovative business ideas. Due to the global pandemic, the initiative also functioned as a positive platform to offer hope to those who may not have seen a way out of the hostile economic climate. Thanks to their hard work, these four intelligent businesspeople have earned a tailwind on their journey to success.
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A word about Book Week To help celebrate Book Week (17-23 October), the Star Mail sent out photographer STEWART CHAMBERS to gain insight into the community’s reading habits. We asked some local readers what they are currently reading and what their favourite book of all time was. Nina Sturgess, owner of Verso Books, Healesville Currently reading: I’m always reading several books at once. I’m currently reading Utopia Avenue by David Mitchell and the Hugh Mackay book The Inner Self. I’m also currently perusing the new cookbooks from Yotam Ottolenghi, Flavour, and A Year of Simple Family Food by Julia Busuttil Nishimura. Favourite book: Such an unfair question! I think your taste in books changes over time. One of my all-time favourites is from my childhood, The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Also your love of a book has to do with a time and place. My husband and I both read The Book Thief on our honeymoon, and bawled our eyes out by the pool, so I’ll always remember that. Other than that I would say To Kill a Mockingbird or anything Margaret Atwood. Sandi Wallace, author from Mount Dandenong Currently reading: The Scholar by Irish-Australian author Dervla McTiernan. It is the sequel to The Ruin, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I read across the world and have just finished books by American and Kiwi crime writers. So, it’s Australia’s turn ... though The Scholar is set in Ireland. Dervla and I are both members of Sisters in Crime Australia, a group that connects readers and writers with a passion for Australian women’s crime writing. SINC recently had Dervla on Murder Mondays (YouTube). She’s a real character and an inspiration. Favourite book: Choosing one feels impossible. So, I’m going to say the mystery books I loved as a little kid, including the Famous Five, Nancy Drew, Hardy Boys and Agatha Christie series. Because, by the time I’d turned six, these stories and more had shaped me as a 10 MAIL
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Jas from The Patch Store. crime-fiction addict and sparked my dream to be a crime writer. Melissa Parker, Yarra Junction Library Currently reading: I’m enjoying reading Kate Grenville’s latest book A Room Made of Leaves. I’ve been a fan of Kate Grenville since she wrote Secret River and this book is just wonderful reading for anyone who enjoys fiction set in Australian colonial times. Great relaxing reading for Covid times. Favourite book: This is a really tough question because I have so many favourites. But it has to be a Tim Winton novel, as his unique style of writing about the Australian landscape draws
me in every time. Probably his book Shepherd’s Hut is my favourite. The author takes us on a wild ride through beautiful Western Australia and although this book is sometimes quite confronting, as we witness some of the worst of human behaviour, this novel also left me with a feeling of hope for the future. Jasmin Suzanna, The Patch General Store Currently reading: I am currently re-reading Note to Self written by Connor Franta. This is one of my favourite authors, I’ve just finished rereading his other title A Work in Progress and wanted to read them both collectively as they accompany each other nicely despite not be-
ing a series. Franta talks about struggles he’s encountered throughout his early 20s, through poetry, short essays and letters to his past and future self (hence the title). The book beautifully captures the reality of topics such as depression, heartbreak and self-acceptance. Favourite book: My favourite book (or one of, I should say) is Me Before You by Jojo Moyes as I think it shows a great love story of two people with very different lives, one being the paraplegic son of a very wealthy family, and the other being a girl working hard to support her very poor family - and it’s beautiful to see how it comes together and they eventually fall for one another. mailcommunity.com.au
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Mount Dandenong author Sandi Wallace. Rachel Taylor, aged 10, Mount Evelyn Primary School Currently reading: Wolf Girl by Anh Do because it’s entertaining, and has lots of cliff-hangers. The characters have really cool personalities they’re brave, adventurous, persistent, smart and strong. I would recommend these books for 8-12. Favourite book: Drama by Raina Telgemeier is really funny and a bit of romance. It’s a good story to show that you can’t judge someone before you get to know them. Ron Hottes, Warburton Golf Club Currently reading: I have just, this week, finished When All is Said and Done. This is a book about the famous face of the MND fight, Neale Daniher. I was given the book as a Father’s Day gift, and was pleased to receive it as I am a Bomber tragic. But, this book has left a lasting impression on me simply because it is not just about football. In fact, footy plays a secondary role in the story he tells so well. The story contains many truisms about his journey through life. It is chock-full of life lessons, and in fact I have now recommended it to a close friend who I know is currently struggling with a vital decision that he needs to make in the near future. Favourite book: Although the aforementioned book ranks highly on my all-time favourite list, my number one choice is The Plague by Albert Camus. This novel was prescribed reading during my Matriculation year (HSC for those under retirement age). I was 17, going on 18, and life was pretty smooth for me back then. I was not a prolific reader of novels - was too interested in sport and having fun. But as soon as I got into the first chapter, I was hooked. Essentially, it is a rollicking yarn that describes
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Ron Hottes from the Warburton Golf Club in front of a historical third hole golf sign with his recently finished book. stark conditions back in history. It is not still in print, unsurprisingly, so to get a copy go to some of those wonderful second-hand bookshops that specialise in out-of-print publications. The search will be well worthwhile. Romy Stephens, Star News Group journalist Currently reading: I have just started reading The Book Thief by Australian author Markus Zusak, after it was recommended to me by so many people - I thought I had to give it a crack. It took me a while to get hooked but I am now
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past that point and reading it every night before I go to bed. Favourite book: This is an extremely tough question to answer, particularly considering I have been an avid reader since I was young. However, the first book that springs to mind when asked this question is All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. I’m not typically one to cry in movies or books, but this one had tears well up in my eyes for days - definitely worth pushing through and finishing.
YOUR READING HABITS The Star Mail also put a callout on social media to find out what the community is reading. Check out the responses below. My two kids (5yo and 2.5yo) have enjoyed reading books with dog characters. There are some great ones like Pig the Pug, the Hairy Maclary series, but their favourite is a book from the 60s that their Poppy read as a child called The Digging-est Dog by Al Perkins. We’ve read it so much my eldest has rote learned the rhyme and reads it to his brother - Jessica Lee Whalley Darkfall by Warburton author Indigo Perry. Brilliant narrative and description. Favourite: Great Expectations - Kath Gannaway Currently reading Justin Langer’s book. Fave book either Cloudstreet by Tim Winton or Worse Things Happen at Sea by Sarah Watt and William McInnes - Stewart Chambers I’m currently reading The End Of Everything (Astrophysically Speaking), a brilliant and frequently funny book by Dr Katie Mack about the many ways through which the universe may end, from a Big Crunch to vacuum decay. H.G. Wells’ The Time Machine and Isaac Asimov’s I Robot anthology were huge influences on my own science fiction writing, Ted Chiang’s Stories Of Your Life And Others... and Laura van den Berg’s What The World Will Look Like When All The Water Leaves Us inspired me to write my first short story collection, I adore Illusion by Paula Volsky and The Gnole by Steve Boyett despite not being very into fantasy, and I credit Sarah Vowell’s book Take The Cannoli for instilling in me a love of essays Seth Hynes
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Covid the catalyst for fun The Yarra Ranges is set to rewrite the records for Children’s Week celebrations, with a mass community sing-a-long and the launch of an exclusive YouTube kids channel. Cire Services will draw on its experience transitioning numerous services online this year to create a virtual Children’s Week. Due to pandemic restrictions, the sing-along will replace the usual Teddy Bears Picnic, which has become Cire’s trademark Children’s Week event. The mass event will allow people of all ages to showcase their singing and dancing talents, or simply have fun by participating. It will emphasise the importance of participation and community, while Children’s Services’ mascot Benny the Bear will be a special guest. Cire will also launch a local Kids Hub YouTube Channel during Children’s Week, providing educational and interactive content for children and their families. It will be professionally produced and presented by educators from Cire Children’s Services. The channel draws on the success of a pilot series developed during lockdowns. It saw Cire Children’s Services social media reaching over 34,600 people. Cire’s Spanish program for youngsters also reached over 3,300 through the Kids Hub pilot. Cire Children’s Services executive manager, Diletta Lanciana, said “the success of the pilot was overwhelming.” “What made it so special was that Cire educators were the presenters so children could really relate to them,” she said. “The educators became their new onscreen stars and provided a sense of stability, certainty and normality given the challenges and disruptions of Covid.” The Cire Kids Hub channel features story times, sing-a-longs, activities for the whole
Tyler and Benny the Bear at the Mount Evelyn Children’s Service in front of the Cire Kids Hub YouTube channel. family using regular household items and special themes, such as the upcoming NAIDOC week in November. The Independent School Victoria’s early years division has shown interest in the initiative, which is believed to be a first of its kind. “The great thing about Cire Kids Hub is that
youngsters and their families can tune in at any time, and feel connected to a community they know. It has a strong educational focus without the commercialisation in so many other children’s programs,” Ms Lanciana said. This year’s Children’s Week’s theme is friendship and safely connecting with others.
The event will run from 24 October-1 November. Registrations for the sing-a-long close on 21 October and the event will be held on 29 October. To find out more or register, visit www.cire. org.au/teddy-bears-sing-a-long.
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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-
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Numerous lakes in the Yarra Ranges are among those currently being stocked with stonker rainbow trout to bolster recreational fishing. Emerald Lake, Lillydale Lake and Ferntree Gully Quarry are among 18 metropolitan family fishing lakes to be stocked with 500 stonker trout. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) CEO Travis Dowling said stocking had already begun in Lilydale. “Victorian Fisheries Authority has started stocking local lakes with stonker four kilogram rainbow trout. The first lake in the area to be stocked was Lillydale Lake with 45 of the big fish complementing the already catchable size fish stocked,” he said. “Stocking is taking place this week and next and will help bolster the fishing fun for people getting back into the recreational activity. “The stockings are funded by fishing licence fees and the State Government’s $35 million Target One Million plan for recreational fishing.” Lillydale Lake received 45 fish on 7 Octo-
ber along with Emerald Lake, which got 15. The VFA expected Ferntree Gully Quarry to receive 20 fish on 7 October and another 20 on 13th October. The stockings are funded by fishing licence fees and the State Government’s $35 million Target One Million plan for recreational fishing. Stonker releases will be completed by 14 October. Other lakes involved include Pakenham Lake, Casey Fields Lake, Berwick Springs Estate Lake and more. Under the Second Step of Metropolitan Melbourne’s roadmap to easing restrictions, fishing is a permitted activity within five kilometres of home or permitted work. Restrictions include up to five people from a maximum of two households and for up to two hours per day, split into a maximum of two sessions. A distance of 1.5m from others is required, a fitted mask must be worn and equipment can’t be shared. A daily bag limit of five trout applies to family fishing lakes, of which only two trout can exceed 35cm. For the metropolitan list of stonker stocked waters, dates and release schedule, visit www.vfa.vic.gov.au/metrostonkers. mailcommunity.com.au
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Tasmanian Devil Liquorice and her joeys at Healesville Sanctuary.
Sanctuary’s baby boom A successful breeding season has seen Healesville Sanctuary’s Tasmanian Devil program produce 17 beautiful babies between five mothers. The Tasmanian Devil joeys are between four and six months old, and have all now left their mother’s pouch to get down to the serious business of learning to climb trees and play fight with their siblings. Threatened Mammals Co-ordinator Monika Zabinskas attributes the thriving breeding program to plenty of planning and close observation of the Devil’s behaviour. “We pay really close attention to the Devils to find the best time to pair them up for breeding, Ms Zabinskas said. “The clues can be quite subtle, like a female becoming more timid or less energetic during certain times. “The boys will tend to start digging at the boundary between them and a female, or lay down along the fence closest to her.” The older joeys are now big enough to have some meat in their diet as well as milk. They are starting to explore the world away from their mothers, and are at their most rambunctious age. “They’re exploring and testing absolutely everything they find, learning to climb trees and discovering the boundaries of the world. “It’s definitely a trying time for their mums. We’ll often see joeys hanging on their mum’s
back, or from her tail and ears. The mums might shake them off, or even roll over to get a bit of relief.” Healesville Sanctuary breeds Tasmanian Devils in partnership with the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program and the Zoo and Aquarium Association. Tasmanian Devils are endangered, with the wild population at serious risk from a contagious and deadly cancer that causes facial tumours. When these joeys grow up they will play their own role in the Save the Devil Program, either by breeding the next generation or becoming ambassador animals at the Sanctuary or partner institutions. While Healesville Sanctuary is temporarily closed to members and visitors, animal lovers at home can stay connected with the Zoo’s animals through the Zoos Victoria live stream cameras at www.zoo.org.au/animals-at-home
Yarra Ranges residents are being urged to keep an eye out for snakes, as warmer weather sees them emerge from winter hibernation. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) senior wildlife management officer, Rebecca Dixon said “sunny weather means it’s more likely people will encounter a snake.” “Snakes are more common around the urban fringe of Melbourne, but they can also be found in suburbs, particularly around watercourses and parklands,” she said. “There are a variety of different snakes found in the urban fridges and suburbs of Melbourne, with the tiger snake and eastern brown snake the most common. “Both these species are highly venomous and dangerous to humans, but it is rare for them to bite people. Most snake bites occur when people try to capture or kill a snake. “Snakes can be known to bite animals, such as dogs, if they feel threatened. If your dog or cat encounters a snake, the best course of action is to remove your pet from the area or tie it up while the snake passes. If you suspect your pet has been bitten take it to a vet immediately. Ms Dixon said snakes were generally very shy and prefer to keep away from people.
“Often when a snake is found in a backyard it’s because it’s moving through the area to other habitat,” she said. “Being aware that snakes may be around and being informed about how to react to them is very important at this time of year.” DELWP has provided some advice for those that live in an area with snakes: When left alone, snakes present little or no danger to people. If you see a snake, calmly move yourself and anyone with you (including pets) away from the area if safe to do so. Don’t attempt to capture or harm snakes. All snakes are considered venomous and highly dangerous. Instead call DELWP on 136 186 for further advice or call a licensed snake catcher. Maintain lawns and clean up around your house, as snakes are attracted to shelter such as piles of rocks and timber, sheets of metal, and building materials. Undertake first aid training and ensure your first aid kit contains several compression bandages, and if someone is bitten, call 000 immediately. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975 and it is illegal to capture, harm, or kill them. Reports of people wilfully destroying protected wildlife will be investigated accordingly.
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Proxima is a marvel of elegant French precision Proxima Starring Eva Green, Matt Dillon and Zelie Boulant-Lemesle Rated M Proxima, directed by Alice Winocour, is a wellpaced, deeply-touching French character drama about Sarah (Eva Green), who is training for a year-long stay on the International Space Station.
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When lockdown 2.0 started, Yarra Valley photographer Suzanne Phoenix’s options to photograph in the real world were completely removed as the Covid-19 pandemic continued to gut the arts industry. Earlier in the year Ms Phoenix created the ‘Isolation Portraits’ series with over 120 people in 60 households and released two self published magazines and was planning to continue this work. But she needed to make a new plan. “I was missing my friends and the artists in my creative circles after months of not being able to document a live music gig or a queer performance,� she said. “So, I devised a way to make art and connect with other artists during lockdown with a series called ‘Artists in Residence’.� Over three weeks Ms Phoenix created virtual photographic portraits with 52 Victorian artists over Zoom calls while catching up and chatting about how they were coping. These artists include The Huxleys - Will and Garrett, Kylie Auldist and Karen from Finance. Ms Phoenix made photos in a way she would never have entertained before the coronavirus pandemic. But that wasn’t the end of the collaborative process. Each artist was then given their virtual portrait via email and they responded to it in their own way. These included digital modification, illustrations, sewing onto the photo or printing it and even rolling it in a ball, planting it and watering it for a week and then drying it with a hairdryer and photographing the final artwork. “I can’t tell you how special each moment was of receiving the final artwork back, and I was continually astounded at the different ways artists responded to their portrait,� Ms Phoenix said. Artists also shared in words their experience as an artist during lockdown, how it has
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Clubs join forces for girls By Romy Stephens Two sporting clubs in Montrose will join forces this summer to encourage young girls to participate in sport. With local netball competitions being cancelled due to Covid-19, Montrose Netball Club and Montrose Cricket Club have aligned, in a bid to get girls playing sport when netball’s not on. The idea was first raised by Montrose Cricket Club junior coordinator, Mark Farrell. Mr Farrell’s daughter plays both netball and cricket, but like so many others she hasn’t been able to take the court for netball this year. “The impact has been in routine, there hasn’t been an activity routine. She’s an active person, she loves to play her sport, she loves training as much as she loves to play the game,” Mr Farell said. “Just not having that regular organised structured sport has meant constantly having to find other ways to exercise. “When you’re limited as to what you can do outside, and with who, it’s pretty hard to get motivated.” But with his daughter now getting ready for a cricket season likely to start this summer, he thought other young girls could do the same. “Netball isn’t really getting off the ground right now and there will be girls who are looking for something to do, cricket is an option,” Mr Farrell said. When approached by the local cricket club, the staff at Montrose Netball Club thought it was a great idea. “We were very positive about it...we thought it would be a fantastic and great opportunity for some of our players to keep active and get some new friendships,” club secretary Sue Reynolds said. “It’s great for local sport groups to come together. “I’m hoping that some of our players will take up the opportunity to go out there and participate in a different sport, try it, keep active and meet some new friends.” Ms Reynolds said despite getting some training when Covid-19 restrictions allowed, it had been a disappointing year for members. She said it would be great for some of the younger players to socialise through sport again over summer. “There’s been a lot more work for the committee to try and get everyone out training, let alone thinking about competition,” she said. “Even though we didn’t get to that stage it was still hard work just to get the players out training. “I’ve been getting feedback from a number of members who are missing the social side of sport. “They play for the social side, not for the
The Montrose Cricket Club is looking to make cricket more accessible for young girls.
Montrose Netball Club is switching codes this summer by entering two junior girls cricket teams.
Montrose Netball Club hosted a few training sessions under strict Covid-19 restrictions this year. competitive side, so they are missing that.” When asked if he thought the netballers would be competitive in the cricket competition, Mr Farrell said it was participation that was more important. “The first level of girls cricket is designed for participation. There are finals at the end of it but that’s not how we go about it, the game is structured so that everybody gets their opportunity,” he said. “Number one is they’ve got some support, they will be able to pick it up quickly and num-
ber two is that they get a go.” But Mr Farrell did say importantly some of the skills between the two sports would overlap. “They do go quite well together. There is a lot of hand eye ball coordination in netball and there is in cricket, it’s just a different type of ball,” he said. “For the fielding side of things you need a bit of athleticism and absolutely that’s needed in netball as well so they are complimentary.”
He added that team spirit was typically very strong in the junior girls’ teams. “I coached a girls team for the first time last year and the team comradery amongst the girls, the vibe, was very different. “They are very keen to learn so what I hope is they have a fun season, they feel engaged and they learn to love the game.” Both Montrose Cricket Club and Montrose Netball Club are encouraging juniors interested in cricket to give it a go, no matter their ability.
Memorable Moments from the TAB Great Chase First run in 2003, the TAB Great Chase community program has gone from strength to strength and continues to support many organisations within the disability sector throughout country and metropolitan Victoria. Historically it has combined a great day or night out at the greyhound races with an opportunity to raise money for local community groups.The Great Chase series is all about community engagement and has seen almost $650,000 donated to community groups over the past 17 years. It is a significant community initiative that is embraced by both clubs and groups alike. In 2020, following the directive from the Chief Health Officer’s advice around the roadmap out of the Covid-19 environment, The TAB Great Chase activities have been postponed until 2021. This means that the community days that occur at race clubs each year will not be happening this year. Instead, Greyhound racing Victoria will be looking back at some of the most memorable moments from previous Great Chases like last year when more than 50 people from ormailcommunity.com.au
ganisations across the north-eastern suburbs enjoyed the 2019 community day in sunshine at arguably Victoria’s most spectacular track in Healesville. Groups are randomly partnered with greyhounds competing on the day, with the best performing dogs amassing prize money for their group. The group from Caladenia Friday Fellas were particularly excited, going to the extent of dressing in their finest ties and sparkly hats. This group, which provides care and support for people living with dementia, has been attending the Great Chase since 2017 and looks forward to it every year. “For us it’s about the social inclusion and being a part of the greater community that we love,” Jo, a carer from Caladenia said. “It is also a great day out to enjoy the enjoy greyhound racing and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Healesville.” Healesville Greyhound Association looks forward to welcoming crowds back on track once restrictions are lifted and planning has already started for The Great Chase 2021, which they say, will more than make up for 2020’s postponement.
It was another big night of racing on Thursday at Sandown Park. Tuesday, 20 October, 2020
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RETAIL & BEAUTY SERVICES • Retail: Essential only with click and collect for other stores (25km)
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• Hairdressers : Open • Beauty services: Closed • Pet Grooming: Mobile pet grooming and pet grooming at home businesses, contactless only with strict controls
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
• Real estate Auctions: Permitted outdoors, limited to 10 members of the public, plus the minimum number of people required to conduct the auction
•Accommodation: Closed, except for a permitted purpose •Interstate travel: not allowed, unless for a permitted purpose
CAFES & RESTAURANTS Take-away and delivery only (25km rule applies)
WEDDINGS, FUNERALS & RELIGIOUS SERVICES • Weddings: Up to 5 people, including the couple but not including the celebrant • Funerals: Allowed with up to10 people • Religion: 5 people can attend a place of worship to conduct a ceremony being broadcast • Outoor religious gatherings and ceremonies: Outdoor gatherings of up to 5 people, plus 1 faith leader are allowed. Must be adjacent to the place of worship with only one group permitted at a time
WORK • Partial return to work for specified industries otherwise work from home if you can • Permit groups of up to 5 workers to return to onsite work for certain low risk, outdoor work • All allied health providers that are currently listed on the Permitted Work Premised List to return for full routine care
SPORT & RECREATION
ENTERTAINMENT, COMMUNITY FACILITIES & AMUSEMENT VENUES • All venues closed except for broadcasting and professional sport • Libraries and toy libraries: only open to facilitate collection and return of books/ toys or home delivery. • Yarra Ranges Community Links remain closed
• Outdoor playgrounds: Open including outdoor gym equipment • Outdoor recreation: Outdoor personal training allowed with up to 2 people per trainer • Outdoor pools open (25km) (Dates for Yarra Ranges Council’s outdoor season TBC) • Indoor pools open (25km) open for one-on-one hydrotherapy sessions with a health professional where clinically indicated. No group sessions. • Outdoor sport settings: Open - Tennis Courts, Golf Courses, Bocce • Skateparks: Open
GATHERINGS • Stay within 25km of your home except for permitted reasons • Public gatherings: Up to 10 people from a maximum of two households that can meet outdoors for social interaction • Home visits: No visitors are allowed at your home unless you live alone or are a single parent (1 nominated person) • Support visits: Respite care for people with complex needs allowed
EDUCATION & CHILDCARE • Childcare and early educators: Open to all children. One childminder allowed for in-home childcare • Schools: From October 26- years 8-10 students return onsite • Adult education: Learn from home if you can
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