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Lighting the way By Taylah Eastwell There is a bright and merry glow lighting up Mt Evelyn whenever night falls, with a group of residents joining forces to bring some extra joy to onlookers this Christmas. Hordern Road neighbours Ricky and Andrew, with help from their partners Leanne and Sharni, have brought their front gardens to life with bright lights, moving displays, enormous inflatables, a snow machine and plenty of long hours of preparation. Having hung lights at Christmas for over 20 years, Hordern Roadd resident Andrew said his display gets “that little bit bigger and better every year”. “I’ve been doing it for over 20 years, I started off when my kids were little and now I’ve got grandkids so it has just progressively grown,” Andrew said. Andrew said he and his neighbour Ricky decided to combine forces over a casual chat in the street. “Ricky has probably been on board for the last two years. Rick and I get together and plan it together. It’s definitely not a competition, we work together and just try to make it a good show,” Andrew explained. “We’ve only ever done it for ourselves, never for any recognition but just to give the locals a bit of cheer at Christmas and now since Ricky’s got on board it’s gotten better than ever before,” he said. With a zip line of Christmas lights and decorations connecting the two houses, the neighbours have worked together in setting up their displays purely to give kids something to get excited about at Christmas time. Ricky’s partner Sharni said the number of visitors have increased since the display was posted on the Facebook group ‘Yarra Valley Christmas Lights’. “We were not expecting any of this, it’s really blown up. We’re trying to get Santa here on the weekends now,” Sharni said. Ricky and Sharni tragically lost their daughter, Indi, two years ago to SIDS. The couple have a large light with Indi’s name and a love heart
Mount Evelyn neighbours have joined forces to create a stunning Christmas display. attached to their roof as part of their display. Both of the neighbours are this year collecting donations to raise money for Red Nose Australia to go towards SIDS research and support. The decision to raise money was made after a local made the suggestion. “We had never even thought of asking for money, neither of us are that way inclined but the charity was a good idea,” Andrew said. “Rick and I just looked at each other and said, it’s got to be Red Nose, it’s got to be for SIDS, and people started giving. I think we have raised about $800 so far,” Andrew said. The local Whippy Truck also attends the display regularly and has a donation tin on the counter.
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Owner of the Whippy Truck, Paul Clark said the support from the local community has been amazing. “So many people have come through, it’s awesome to be able to help raise money for Red Nose and to bring a bit of joy to all the kids,” Mr Clark said. When Andrew and Ricky catch up with their other neighbours on the street, they encourage them to join in on the festive fun. “Rick and I tell them, come on, you’re getting on board,” Andrew laughed. With many other houses on the street beginning to light up their front yards as well, Hordern Roadd is shaping up to be a popular Christmas light destination for years to come.
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Lyrebird is now a school By Taylah Eastwell Children on the autism spectrum will soon be able to begin their learning journey in Coldstream, with Lyrebird College officially receiving registration as a school last month. Nestled on a 2500 square metre block between Coldstream Primary School and Coldstream Preschool, Lyrebird College is an independent school aiming to achieve excellence in the education of children on the autism spectrum. The school, which was first proposed in May 2016, had its Kelso Street location approved by Yarra Ranges Council in February last year. The land has been leased to the college by Yarra Ranges Council, while construction of the two-classroom facility and playground areas were all funded through philanthropic donations. With construction and landscaping on the verge of completion, Lyrebird College is excited to welcome its first ever intake of students and their families in January 2021. For School Founder Melissa Handbury, the thought of students busting through the doors and beginning their tailored education journey at a school she envisioned is “a dream come true”. “It’s amazing to be able to help all these families. I know firsthand how difficult it is for families who have a child with a disability. The whole family is impacted and the parents generally live selfless lives. All they really want, like typical families, is the best for their children,” she said. Ms Handbury has been the driving force behind the college. With her son being on the autism spectrum, she saw firsthand how well he progressed under a tailored Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapy program with a learning focus and decided to create a school that offered this to other children.
Lyrebird College Founder Melissa Handbury with Founding Principal Julie Kugler. ABA is an approach to understanding and changing behaviour that involves a range of different strategies that can be used to teach and increase positive lifelong skills and independence for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ms Handbury said Lyrebird College will have an ABA therapist on site at the school, allowing children who attend the college to continue with their existing ABA programs. Founding Principal Julie Kugler said the offering of ABA therapy is what makes Lyrebird College “stand out”. “The families we have been working with are really looking forward to having the small
setting with a targeted focus on teaching and learning, and most importantly a continuation of ABA,” Ms Kugler said. The school’s initial enrolment will be 14 students in lower and upper primary levels, with the potential in the future to cater for 36 students. “We’ve got a small campus which enables us to have really strong family connections and that’s what many of our families are choosing us for, is that ability to stay connected to their child’s education, to be welcomed on site and to be part of the learning journey,” Ms Kugler said. A number of philanthropic community
Picture: TAYLAH EASTWELL groups have donated funds to be awarded by way of scholarship or bursary to selected students. “We’ve been really fortunate throughout Covid to have some philanthropic organisations acknowledge the work we are doing and have very generously given us some money to award scholarships or bursary programs for students who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford our fees,” Ms Kugler said. Families, carers and students are invited to take a tour around Lyrebird College at any time by appointment. Appointments can be made by contacting admin@lyrebirdcollege.org.au or on 0407 175 507.
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Winery staff cop China backlash By Jed Lanyon
This is the final edition of the Star Mail for 2020. It has been an extraordinary year in which to publish a weekly newspaper. The team who put the Star Mail together each week has faced many challenges over the past 12 months reporting on the grim reality of the pandemic as the infection numbers and deaths rose through winter and our once vibrant communities became a ghost towns. However, above all it has been a privilege to report on how the communities of the Yarra Ranges have pulled together to support each other in ways unthinkable just 12 months ago. People stepped up to help not just family and friends, but also neighbours and often complete strangers as the community weathered months of strict lockdown, business closures and remote learning. We hope the consistent presence of the Star Mail each Tuesday has helped readers stay connected while providing useful, timely and factual information intermixed with stories of hope and resilience. Thank you to the advertisers who continued to support the Star Mail through the difficult economic conditions of 2020. Your support has allowed Star News Group to continue to publish the Mail when many other publishers stopped printing regional and suburban newspapers, moving them online. The Star Mail will return in the new year with the first edition out on Tuesday 12 January. From the team at the Star Mail, may your family have a wonderful Christmas and a safe and prosperous new year. - The Editor
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She said that most of the emails had come from past customers who admitted they loved the experience at the winery but once they found out the business was ‘Chinese owned’ threatened to never return. “I don’t understand when people think they can go about doing something this way, to serve and better the community. If everybody boycotts us, I would have to get rid of six staff members. That’s six local jobs for six local families, who would now be facing unemployment.” The winery manager estimated 90 per cent of Yarra Valley wineries were Chinese owned and noted that others owned by families of Italian and American heritage weren’t experiencing any aggression. “I don’t understand why it needs to fall on the little people. We’re not there trying to create a trade war, we’re just trying to go to work.”
Crime on the rise across YR and Cardinia Crime in the Yarra Ranges jumped 4.5 per cent compared to the previous year according to the Crime Statistics Agency. There were 6,391 criminal incidents in the year to 30 September compared to 6,115 in 2019. Lilydale led the way as the suburb worst impacted by crime recording 19.3 per cent of all crime or 1,236 incidents. Lilydale was followed by Mooroolbark (845), Chirnside Park (537), Kilsyth (456), and Healesville (332), which all experienced an increase in crime year-to-year. Of the 6391 incidents, 40.8 per cent re-
mained unsolved, while 26.3 per cent resulted in no charges being laid compared to 33 per cent where charges were laid. Stealing from a motor vehicle was the most common offence (677), narrowly edging out public health and safety offences (642), which saw an increase thanks to Covid-19 related breaches. There were 567 incidents of criminal damage and 515 breaches of family violence orders. Meanwhile, Cardinia Shire has recorded a large spike in crime with criminal incidents up by more than 17 per cent. Pakenham recorded the highest number of incidents, 3426, followed by Officer 693. Bea-
consfield, Lang Lang and Emerald recorded 264, 175 and 174 respectively. The most common crime committed in the Cardinia Shire was people stealing from motor vehicles, with 2591 vehicles targeted throughout the year. There was a total of 1378 other thefts, 1329 public health and safety offences, 1267 criminal damage offences and 1202 family violence incidents. Data showed there was a 13.5 percent upsurge in family violence within Cardinia. Last year there were 1367 incidents of family violence, whereas this year recorded 1552.
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“I probably got a little bit heated as well. I’d like to think I was calm through most of the phone call, I said ‘sorry that you are a racist bigot, have a nice day’ and I hung up the phone.” The same caller, who used a private number to harass the winery, then claimed she would “tie up” the business’s phone line and then repeatedly called the venue for 45 minutes. Another staff member answered the phone to be called an ‘immigrant slut’. “This young girl is 22, she’s just trying to go about her job to pay her rent ... Every single staff member I have here, they reside between Mount Evelyn and Healesville. “It sucks. It’s painful to watch my staff go through it because it’s impacting their lives.” The manager said she feared the next step would see the cellar door graffitied.
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Intensifying trade tension between Australia and China has seen angry customers direct “vulgar” abuse at Yarra Valley wineries, vowing to boycott those that are Chinese owned. Some Yarra Valley wineries were ‘outed’ for being Chinese owned in viral social media posts, leading to abusive phone calls and aggressive customer behaviour. It comes after the Chinese Government placed tariffs ranging between 107 and 212 per cent on Australian wine labelling the move as a temporary anti-dumping measure to stop subsidised imports of Australian wine. The ongoing trade bickering stems from the Federal Government’s call for an investigation into the origins of the coronavirus. Star Mail reported on how the trade uncertainties had caused Chinese based suppliers to pull the pin on regular wine shipments from Yarra Valley wineries, but now it’s impacting staff who are just trying to do their jobs. One Yarra Valley winery has been singled out as one of many in the region with Chinese owners. The venue manager (who wished to remain anonymous) spoke to Star Mail about the abuse she and her staff had endured. “I’m all for people having their opinion and supporting Aussie made products, but the vulgar abuse that has been directed at me and my staff is disgusting,” she said. The winery had received numerous emails and phone calls, some from customers simply asking the question about whether the venue is Chinese owned, while others being vile and aggressive. “The owner here is an Australian resident. His kids were born here, they go to school here.” As the manager attempted to de-escalate one call, she said she was called a “Chinese loving c***” and was told to “F*** off to China and live there”.
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Twin lessons If we had asked each other, even three months ago, ‘What would we be doing at Christmas?’ we would have lifted our shoulders into the ‘dunno’ position, pouted our lips and did a great eye roll, effectively declaring, ‘WHO would know?’ I remember a radio announcer a few months ago saying in that ‘who knows where we would end up time’; “God only knows where this will end up”. Of course he was using an Aussie saying which, ironically, happened to be true. God did know. All knowing as He is, He knew the dates when that the run of 40 plus days of no community transference would start and stop. “Hopefully”, we say, it stays low now. In real terms this month we will be celebrating two freedoms - one from, on the one hand, the Covid-19 pandemic and all the worries and anxiety and losses that it has brought, and on the other hand, the freedom offered to us through God’s gift of His Son in the form of the baby Jesus. That young baby, the Son of God, would grow into a well-rounded man and eventually be our Savior though his death – freeing us from the consequences of living outside of His plan for us. In my April article titled ‘Searching for Peace in the Storm’, I talked about the storm of Covid that had broken over our lives with such a devastating force that we were feeling swamped and desperately looking for peace. And I quote a poignant part of that article: ‘The storm reminded me of the story of Jesus going across a lake with his fishermen followers when a storm broke. Fearing drowning, they found Jesus asleep in the back of the boat and woke him in alarm. He got up, rebuked them for their lack of faith, and simply spoke to the storm and stilled it. Their response was ‘What? WOW, even the storms obey Him’. (My version) Maybe it’s time to wake Him up in the ‘back
Focal Point Graeme Dawson of our boats’ and have Him calm our ‘storms’. Strangely, it seems like having just been run over by a bus, we have jumped right in front of another one. We seemed to have come out of our Covid lockdown at a break neck pace – drivers crowding our roads, people seemingly buzzing here and there like bees coming and going from a hive and, in summary, life has become hectic again - with buying sprees and still trying to escape to at least a somewhere to get away. Ironically, this could be a new phenomenon we may need freedom from. Another freeing gift from God was that Jesus said, just before He left this earth: “My peace I leave with you; My peace I give you”. If we take this opportunity to reflect on our journey through Covid and think about what we have learned, and what and who we have come to love and value more, we can also reflect in maybe a new way on the real meaning of Christmas. Isn’t it great to know that all our hard work and perseverance has paid off? Now we have freedom to travel to visit families and take holidays and dine out with very few restrictions. Until next month when I will be writing on our resolves for the New Year, my prayers will be with you as you celebrate our hard won freedom from the Covid pandemic and celebrate a happy, safe and blessed Christmas together. Graeme Dawson is a Community Chaplain
Ten best films of 2020 One interesting side-effect of the Covid lockdown was the mainstream elevation of the B-movie. Low-to-medium-budget genre movies can afford to be more creative and ambitious than the big-budget Hollywood machine, and with a shut-in public relying heavily on streaming services for entertainment, these genre movies received more attention than usual. 2020 was a year of sickness and isolation, but also of character-rich horror, esoteric comedy, stunning action and a strange abundance of low-budget superhero dramas. Since we need as much positivity as possible these days, I’d like to spotlight a few honourable mentions: the eerie, superblypaced horror films Underwater, Blood Vessel, Cadaver and His House, the irrepressibly uplifting comedies Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga and Bill and Ted Face The Music, the bleakly compelling historical drama The Devil All The Time, the funny, brutal satire The Hunt, the raw, finely-crafted action movie Extraction, and the fragmented but incredibly fun Birds of Prey. Here are my picks for the ten best films: 10. Horse Girl. A confronting but sensitive portrayal of mental illness and obsession, with a faint Lynchian feel and a heartbreaking lead performance from Alison Brie. 9. Proxima. An elegant, well-paced character drama about perseverance and compromise, with a poignant, commanding performance from Eva Green. 8. #Alive. Full of visceral zombie horror and sweet moments of bonding during a crisis, this may be the year’s best example of impactful drama within a small, confined setting. 7. Time to Hunt. A nail-biting crime thriller in the style of classic John Woo, with engaging characters, supremely stressful action sequences and an emphasis on
fear more often found in horror films. 6. The Decline. The year’s most tightly-plotted thriller, with not a second wasted in its desperate survivalist narrative. 5. Sputnik. A grisly masterpiece of character-driven sci-fi horror. 4. The Invisible Man. A taut techno-horror about gaslighting and abusive relationships, with an excruciating escalation of dread and powerlessness and an Oscarworthy performance from Elisabeth Moss. 3. The Platform. A macabre, darkly funny satire about class divides and the inescapable structures of people in power, with tension hard-wired into the worldbuilding. 2. Vivarium. This stunning debut from Irish director Lorcan Finnegan keeps you in a constant state of unease and fascination, challenging your assumptions about its eerie world and the bizarre plight of its characters. 1. Possessor. A gut-wrenching, brilliantlywritten horror film about deadly performance and minds warring and blending together. We have persevered through one of the worst years in living memory, and I wish you all a safer, livelier, happier 2021 with a revitalised cinema industry. - Seth Lukas Hynes
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Barry ‘Josh’ Horsburgh and his son Luke with Aussie on the day he retired from show jumping.
Loyal Aussie lost By Taylah Eastwell Aussie the Red Heeler was a dog with a character of his own - a mischievous pup, an adventurous soul, a hardworking cattle dog, a record jumper - but above all, he was an incredibly loyal best mate. For Aussie’s owner, Barry ‘Josh’ Horsburgh, stumbling across Aussie on a track not too far from Emerald was the beginning of a thousand memories, with Aussie never more than two steps behind. And for locals in the Emerald, Monbulk and Macclesfield areas, the sight of Aussie showing up on properties, barking for his treat from doting locals in the streets or smiling from the back of Mr Horsburgh’s 79’ Holden HZ ute is likely a memory of your own, too. The Horsburghs sadly lost their beloved Aussie four weeks ago. He was 17 years of age. Since Aussie’s passing, the amount of locals asking after him shows how big of a place Aussie held not only in Mr Horsburgh’s heart, but in the hearts of the broader community. “I go up the street and people ask where he is straight away. I’ve got an old ute and people say ‘it’s just not the same, the dog’s not in the back’’. Shopkeepers would see him and come out and give him a treat, everyone seemed to know him,” Mr Horsburgh said. Mr Horsburgh said Aussie has made him a lot of friends over the years, mainly through him taking off as a pup and going to visit people. “He would visit neighbours and play with the kids, people would ring up and say if you’re looking for Aussie he’s up here on the bed with the kids, the kids are feeding him. He’d do that regularly,” Mr Horsburgh said. “I thought he’s probably annoying every-
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Aussie holds a state record for jumping 12ft in his younger years.
12 foot in the old scale of measuring. Aussie also won his fair share of working dog trials in High Country events, so Mr Horsburgh thought he would challenge him with a sheep moving competition one year. “He took that out as well,” he laughed. Mr Horsburgh said even at 17 years of age, Aussie still helped move cattle on the farm. “I’ve had cattle dogs and working dogs my whole life and Aussie takes the cake,” he said. “One day it just clicked that I could teach him tricks and commands and he would pick it up within five minutes. He’s one of the best.” Mr Horsburgh has been left heartbroken without his best mate and shadow following him around. “Aussie was like a magnet, you couldn’t go to the toilet, couldn’t have a shower without him busting the door, he had to be with you. Even going to bed, he would drag his little bed inside next to the bed at the end of the day,” he said. “Before I go to bed I’m still waiting for him to drag his bed in, I can’t bring myself to move his water bowl and his food bowl, I used to take him to the dam every day, he loved water – and the other day I even grabbed his lead and called him and it just hit, his not here.” Mr Horsburgh said he is thankful for all the members of the community who have given him a call to give their condolences or called in to put flowers on Aussie’s grave. “I want to say thanks to all the people that spent time with him, patted him, gave him attention and treats. He loved everybody,” he said. If anyone knows of a good cattle dog or Heeler, Mr Horsburgh would love to hear from you. Please contact the Ranges Trader so the information can be passed on.
Parks Victoria has reopened Upper Ferntree Gully’s popular 1000 Steps and Warburton’s Redwood Forest after prolonged closures due to Covid-19 concerns. The popular tourist destinations officially reopened on Tuesday 15 December, with Covid-safe plans in place and Parks Victoria rangers managing visitor numbers. The parks were closed earlier this year when large crowds prompted concerns over physical distancing requirements. Unprecedented visitation to the 1000 Steps, Redwood Forest and Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens saw the sites closed to visitors on 30 May. Police were also called to monitor Redwood Forest visitor numbers in May, with locals concerned about severe overcrowding as traffic overflowed onto surrounding roads. Videos were circulated online of cars lining both sides of Cement Creek and Woods Point roads at the entrance of the forest, with the 200 or so parking spaces already filled, prompting Parks Victoria to close the parks in the interests of public safety during the pandemic. With parks reopening, Parks Victoria are encouraging visitors to note that when carparks are full, parks are at capacity, and visitors should move on to another park in the region. Parks Victoria District Manager Victoria Purdue encouraged visitors to plan ahead and avoid peak times, especially on weekends. “The Parks Victoria team has been working hard to prepare the Kokoda Memorial Track (1000 steps) for re-opening, including constructing new passer bays and implementing a permanent oneway loop on the narrow 1000 Steps staircase,” Ms Purdue said. “Visitors to parks and reserves are reminded of physical distancing, hygiene and face-mask requirements, and to please stay home if unwell. Yarra Ranges councillor Jim Child said, “Outside of the City of Melbourne, Yarra Ranges is the most visited tourist region in Victoria – and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of“. “The last thing we would want to see is outbreaks from hundreds of people visiting an area in the region, which could result in people’s health being at risk and restrictions being re-introduced by the State Government,” Mr Childs said. For tips on how to stay Covid safe when visiting parks: https://www.parks. vic.gov.au/news/2020/10/29/07/03/ top-safety-tips-for-visiting-parks.
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Star Mail photographer Stewart Chambers and his mum Adele at Cloudehill in Olinda.
Emma, Matthew, Jasmin, Jessica and Ally at The Patch Store.
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Livy with her Nanny shopping in Monbulk.
Almost back to ‘normal’ When the coronavirus pandemic was at its worst in Victoria, Star Mail published images of the eerily empty streets and the shut-down businesses to docume life in lockdown. For our final edition of 2020, we thought it would be fitting to post pictures of everyday life again as we adjust to living in a ‘Covid Safe’ manner while the pandemic rages on overseas. Six months ago, active coronavirus cases in the Yarra Ranges reached a peak of 140 on 6 July. Now the region has been Covid-19 free for two months after eliminating all cases on 18 October.
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Winning drawing treasured By Taylah Eastwell The drawing of a Silvan Primary School student has made it all the way onto Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s desk in Canberra. Grade Six Student, Danielle had her drawing featured on the front of Casey MP Tony Smith’s annual Christmas card this year. Mr Smith gave a Christmas card to Mr Frydenberg at Parliament House last week. Mr Smith runs a competition at a local
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school each year, with the winning drawing taking centre place on his yearly Christmas cards. “My 2020 Christmas Card features the drawings of students from Silvan Primary School,” Mr Smith said. “Congratulations to Danielle for her winning drawing that is featured on the front of this year’s card. Drawings by Ella, Shaylah and Madi are on the back of the card, having been chosen as finalists,” he said.
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Monbulk digs deep By Taylah Eastwell The Monbulk and District townships have rallied together to ensure locals in need do not go without this Christmas. The Monbulk Care Network and the Open Door Community Church have been handing out hampers full of essentials, food and Christmas gifts to bring joy to those less fortunate this Christmas. Welfare Co-ordinator at Open Door Community Church, Judy Thornton said the church gives Christmas hampers out every year to people who have come in during the year seeking help. “We just try and give everyone a bit of a treat,” Ms Thornton said. “People on the list are contacted and given a Christmas hamper with a voucher and one from the CWA and also have an opportunity to choose presents for their children and relatives. In a huge community effort, the Monbulk CWA Lady Nighthawks have prepared hamper packages, Sherbrooke Children’s Centre have donated toys, and The Patch Primary School
and Mountain District Christian School have donated food and essentials. Gifts have also been donated through the Monbulk and District Community Bank’s giving tree, and FoodBank have donated food including plum puddings, cakes and custard. “It’s a real community here,” Ms Thornton said. Ms Thornton said the Open Door Community Church was approached several years ago by the CWA which said they would make hamper packs for men and women. “They started with about 20 and now they’ve gone to 70,” she said. Social Issues Co-ordinator of Monbulk CWA Lady Nighthawks, Robyn Jans said the Care Network does a huge amount of work in supporting people that need it. “Our hampers have basic personal care items, tissues, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, basic personal care stuff. We like to provide the things that people can’t always afford,” Ms Jans said. “The care network are always pretty flat out, so we like to help out when we can,” she said.
Robyn Jans, Libby Duck, Angela Arnott and Sandra Saxton (front) of Monbulk CWA with the packages they have prepared.
Open Door Community Church Welfare Coordinator Judy Thornton with one of the CWA’s essentials hampers.
The season to give at Emerald Glades By Taylah Eastwell The Emerald Rotary Club has made Christmas a little bit brighter for residents at Emerald Glades Residential Care. Rotary members have been busy handcrafting bookmarks and putting together lolly bags full of sweet Christmas treats. The members surprised 60 residents with the gifts during a visit on Thursday 17 December. Community Service Member at Emerald
Rotary Club Susi Wilson said the Rotary usually held a proper Christmas for the residents but were unable to this year due to Covid. “Because of Covid we cannot do what we did last year but still wanted to help them a bit and lift their spirits,” she said. “We wanted to tell them we are still there for them even though we can’t be there for them in person.” Woolworths Emerald also got on board with the cause.
“The store manager was amazing, he called and said I can come in and pick $80 worth of lollies,” she said. Rotary members also delivered calendars and wrote personal cards to each resident. “They must have suffered quite a bit in not being able to have any visitors lately,” Ms Wilson said. “Everything is handcrafted and self-made and we hope they enjoy it,” she said.
Martin Buoncristiani, Susi Wilson, Gloria Hargreaves, Vicky Van Den Burgen gave Christmas gifts to residents of Emerald Glades on Thursday 17 December.
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Hills Hub opens its doors By Taylah Eastwell Five long years of planning, designing, and construction have finally come to fruition, with the much-anticipated Emerald Hills Hub now officially open to community groups. The all new community hub was officially opened on Monday 14 December by Cardinia Mayor Brett Owen, joined by Cr Jeff Springfield, chairman of Dandenong Ranges Community Bank John Waters, Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing and La Trobe MP Jason Wood. The modern new facility aims to bring residents in Cockatoo, Emerald, Gembrook and surrounding townships together under one roof to increase social interaction and provide access to a variety of community activities. The first floor of the two-story facility features a modern entry foyer and reception area, three multi-purpose rooms that can be converted into a large hall space, a large kitchen with servery, two community lounge areas complete with tea stations, amenities accessible to the public, a purpose built workshop and loading bay. The workshop will be used by the Emerald Men’s Shed and Hills She Shed, who have recently moved into their new permanent home at the hub, alongside Emerald University of the Third Age (U3A), Puffing Billy Toy Library and Emerald Village Association. The second floor showcases two training rooms, a consulting suite, a meeting room, an informal meeting space and a rehearsal and art performance space. Cardinia Shire Council Mayor Councillor Brett Owen said the Hills Hub brings together U3A Emerald, the Emerald Men’s Shed, Hills She Shed, Puffing Billy Toy Library, Emerald Village Association and many other wonderful community groups and not-for-profit organisations, under one roof, to improve access to a range of activities and services, increase so-
Cardinia Mayor Brett Owen, Cr Jeff Springfield, John Waters (Chairman Dandenong Rangers Community Bank Group), MP Harriet Shing, MP Jason Wood with his daughter Jasmine. Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS cial participation and strengthen community connections. “The facility also provides local businesses and training organisations with opportunity to hire meeting, consulting and training rooms to support home and small businesses and enhance local training opportunities and pathways to employment,” Mr Owen said. “The arts and performance space will ac-
commodate an annual program of arts initiatives, activities and events, supporting existing and emerging artists and increasing local participation in and appreciation for local arts projects. La Trobe MP Jason Wood said the project, which has been in the works since February 2015, was made possible through the “sheer blood, sweat, tears and pride of the local community”.
“I am incredibly proud of what our community has done here, and I hope other communities use it as an example of the great work and they can also do when they get together,” Mr Wood said. The Hills Hub is located at 402 BelgraveGembrook Rd, Emerald and will open to the general public from Monday 1 February 2021 subject to COVID-19 restrictions.
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EQUINE PROPERTY ON 15 ACRES WITH VIEWS OCCASIONALLY a property comes along that takes your breath away. 1 Legg Road in Macclesfield is no exception and is the complete package for prospective owners with a wide array of requirements. The house sits proudly overlooking the estate with a tree-lined sealed driveway, and this residence has many wonderful and luxurious attributes, to stay, play and work from home in your own quiet hideaway in a court location. The Residence: Finished to a high standard with some gorgeous representations of yesteryear. Upon entering the residence the 3 metre ceilings give a light, airy vibe throughout, the ‘great room’ boasts 4 metre vaulted ceilings and the views are captured superbly through large expanses of glass. Bi-fold doors take you from inside to out for dining on gourmet pizza cooked in the wood-fired oven and for a swim in the inground 10m x 4m magnesium saltwater pool. You will certainly enjoy preparing meals in the kitchen too, with Ilve oven, induction/ gas/teppanyaki cooking options and walk-in pantry. The children will possibly be asking for popcorn, however, because movie nights in the cinema are sure to become a family favourite. There is also a billiard room and formal lounge. At the end of the day retreat to one of four bedrooms, the master with full ensuite, claw foot bath, French doors, and fireplace, the remaining three serviced by a family bathroom with bath and shower. The home also features a separate office.
The property has 9kw solar, 6 split systems in the house, 2 fireplaces, one Coonara, central gas heating and ducted vacuuming. Functionality and resources: The property is fantastically set up for a multitude of uses and Tradesperson. A 12m x 18.4m shed with 3.6m high doors, a 4 tonne asymmetric post hoist, WC and hot water, a mezzanine floor. With garaging, shedding and carports you have covered storage for 12 vehicles some to accommodate the caravan and horse float. Horse Lovers: 25m x 55m floodlit arena, 100 mm thick river sand toppings, 3 stables
each 6m x 3.5m and holding yards, 6m x 6m hay shed that hold 800 square bales, mains water to all paddocks, self-watering troughs, 6 paddocks cleared with tree shade, outdoor hot water for horses and dog wash. Work from Home: First-floor office with heating, cooling, kitchenette, WC, and shower. The perfect place to run your business in comfort and style. Location: Near to Macclesfield township and primary school, you are minutes to Emerald and Monbulk. The lifestyle here is a little quieter, enjoying the surroundings, wildlife, birds and belonging to a community. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 1 Legg Road, MACCLESFIELD Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 12 garage Price: $2,800,000 - $3,080,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Mick Dolphin, 0429 684 522 and Emily Hudson, 0418 570 474, RANGES FIRST NATIONAL, 9754 6111
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3 ACRE LIFESTYLE DREAM PRIVATELY situated on over 3 stunning acres, this lifestyle property offers a chance to enjoy being surrounded by space and serenity. The acreage has been well utilized to create beautiful canopied garden areas, an open paddock area that is ideal for keeping animals. Also an established foliage garden for market or just your own enjoyment that includes little gem magnolias, twisted willow, camellias and much, much more. A long, sealed driveway leads you into the property giving space for plenty of parking and takes you to a double remote garage. The home sits proudly overlooking gorgeous views of the valley and beyond and has been thoughtfully updated to feature heated polished concrete floors, vaulted ceilings and internal brick feature walls that give a sense of warmth and character to this already amazing home. There are 4 bedrooms - The master suite with walk-through robe and modern ensuite along with gorgeous windows that take in the natural sunlight and nearby views. Boasting quality appliances such as a Belling oven, Miele dishwasher and with striking granite benchtops, the galley style kitchen is both impressive and well designed. Flowing smoothly to the spacious dining area and large family room with open fire place, the floorplan is sure to impress on a grand scale. Versatile in all that it offers, there is also a large fully functional studio space that has potential for home offices or extended family living options. The 15kw/60 panel solar system is one of the largest in the area,giving you a great return for your money while along with mains water, there is also 100,000 litres of tank water available plus an irrigation system that will help to keep your garden green all year round. An outstanding opportunity to secure a family sized property with money making potential, this magnificent home has all you could dream of and more. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 34 Ridge Road, KALLISTA Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 garage Price: $1,600,000-$1,750,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Glenn Chandler 0418 410 689, CHANDLER & CO REAL ESTATE
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Ranges
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EMERALd 21 PATERNoSTER RoAD
$2,750,000-$3,000,000
YOUR COUNTRY ESTATE ON 40 ACRES Country living has reached a new level of sophistication with this sprawling estate that has been architecturally designed with care and intent and unparalleled in quality, liveability and position with views to ‘The heads’ on a clear day, rolling hills and pastures and every room has a view. only 20 mins to top class schools. Special features include; Master Suite with dressing room, marble accented ensuite, spiral staircase to parent’s library & retreat, a children’s ‘wing’, a parent’s ‘wing’, dining, family, alfresco, 2 powder rooms, spotted gum flooring, heating, cooling & wood fire, music room/studio with wet bar, loft and bathroom – ideal for guests, magnificent Jhodie Goy designed gardens, fresh water Enviroswim pool with spotted gum and sandstone surrounds, 40 acres approximately half cleared, with numerous paddocks, vegetable garden, orchard, flower garden, golf practice area, shedding, 9 x 12m 3 car garage, 23 x 7.5m shed, woodshed, mains water, gas, and electricity, paddocks with 3 mains water troughs and electric fencing, sealed driveway and electric gates.
Mick dolphin
Emily Hudson
0429 684 522
0418 570 474
5A 3B 8C
FLAT, SUNNY 1/4 ACRE
MONBULK 8 LoCh AvENUE
$700,000-$770,000
GREAT LOCATION Situated on a quiet road and yet within walking distance to Burns Way reserve, schools, public transport, and Monbulk Central is this impressive home set on a flat and sunny ¼ acre approx. block with ample off-street parking. This 70’s-built brick veneer home has a fabulous floor plan offering two living areas as well as a covered alfresco dining area just off the family room. The four bedrooms all with built-in robes, master with walk-in robe are serviced by the fully renovated stunning main bathroom and en-suite, there is a great little study nook and European laundry which completes this very appealing family home. The block has a private and fully fenced rear yard, making it safe for children and pets alike. Additional features include: Stunning Gippsland fire Eucalyptus timber floorboards, gorgeous country style kitchen with vinyl wrap doors and new appliances, gas ducted heating, two split systems as well as a water temperature control on the hot water system.
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15 Victor Road Clematis
$950,000 - $1,040,000
$670,000 - $730,000
5 Neville Road Gembrook
Lifestyle Change?
Beautifully Presented on 1 Acre!
Take advantage of a property with space to work from home, caters for the extended family, and is still only approx. an hour to the CBD. This dual occupancy property features main home with 3 bedrooms over 2 levels, master with walk in robe & ensuite. 2nd dwelling features open plan kitchen, living & dining, & 2 robed bedrooms. Additional features include studio with bathroom, chook pen & wood shed.
Situated on a private acre in a quiet Gembrook location, this beautifully home features 3 bedrooms, master with walk in and ensuite, lounge room with floating floors, high set windows and a wood heater, 3 split systems & open plan kitchen and dining with stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. Additionally there is an outdoor entertaining area, single carport, studio and double garage.
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032
Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994
5 James Lane Hoddles Creek
$750,000 - $820,000
44 Beaconsfield Emerald Road Emerald
$750,000 - $820,000
Private Acreage Dream!
Cleared Acreage, Sensational Views, Emerald Address!
Well presented 4 bedroom home on 2.5 acres within walking distance to the local school. All 4 robed bedrooms are located along the front of the home, the master with ensuite and access to the study. Other features include 2 living areas, kitchen with Butler’s Pantry, rear entertaining deck, dam with petrol pump, 30,000 ltr water tank, 40” shipping container, 3 car garage and double carport.
Don’t miss your opportunity to secure this outstanding 13 acres just minutes to the Emerald township with approved plans & permits for a 4 bedroom Sustainable Home. There is 3 phase available & a power pit on the corner of the property. Water & NBN are also available & gas is available on the other side of the road. At the rear of the property there is a fern forest, perfect for picnics on the weekend.
Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Tyson Bluhm 0437 843 820
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032
2/12 Westlands Road Emerald
$780,000 - $850,000
4 Wonga Road Ringwood
$1,680,000 - $1,850,000
Brand New In Emerald!
Resort Style Living Every Day!
This brand new brick veneer home located in the dress circle of Emerald has all the requirements for comfortable living. Featuring wide hallways, high ceilings, open plan kitchen, dining & living area, 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite & WIR. Kitchen features stone bench tops, stainless steel appliances & Butler’s Pantry. Outdoor entertaining, low maintenance yard & single lock up garage with internal access.
This outstanding home has been designed to create a resort vibe with 3 separate retreat areas for privacy plus additional entertaining areas for family connection. The home features 6 bedrooms plus study, 3 separate living areas, alfresco dining, outdoor room with pizza oven, kitchen and wood fire plus stunning solar heated in-ground pool and pool deck plus your own putting green. The ultimate in luxury living.
Contact: Samantha Scott 0438 680 032
Contact: Aaron Day 0407 365 994, Bethany Day 0438 844 968
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Real Estate you can trust! We ’ r e h e r e t o h e l p FOR SALE
3 Braeside Avenue, SHERBROOKE
$1,650,000 - $1,790,000 4A 3B 4C
PRESTIGIOUS LIVING IN AN ENVIABLE LOCATION
FOR SALE
5 Rankins Road, MONBULK
$840,000 - $920,000
1 WONDERFUL ACRE WITH QUALITY CONSTRUCTED HOME
4A 1B 4C
In the highly regarded pocket of Sherbrooke, with the George Tindale Memorial Gardens as your closest neighbour, this elegant and enviable property awaits its new owners. Behind the tree lined circular driveway, the property sits proudly on over 1 acre of landscaped gardens that are enhanced tree top vistas from every angle. Beautifully detailed both inside and out the property has been designed to complement today’s busy lifestyle with the opportunity to come home to your very own tranquil retreat.
This beautiful family residence boasts a convenient location that magically feels a million miles away. Set within 1 wonderful acre (approx.) through custom crafted double gates, this property evokes a sense of relaxation that remains long after the lovely first impression. The new bitumen drive leads to this quality brick residence with stand-alone 4-car garage. Constructed in 2012 with high-end materials, handcrafted timberwork, double glazed windows, and hydronic slab heating, this home was built to last a lifetime.
Sharyn Chandler
Brad Conder
M 0439 882 442 | E sharyn@chandlerandco.com.au
M 0422 639 115 | E brad@chandlerandco.com.au
FOR SALE
2 Olivette Avenue, UPPER FERNTREE GULLY
$650,000 - $700,000
STYLISH, CENTRAL HOME WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS
3A 1B 1C
This well-presented residence rests upon its 1744sqm (approx.) landscape with captivating bay and city views. The interior is an array of quality elements, lined with lovely timber floorboards. The kitchen with stainless steel freestanding cooker and peninsula seating overlooks the dining area to create a cohesive flow. The lounge is saturated in natural light and offers access to 2 decking areas, excellent for entertaining.
FOR SALE
10 Belgrave-Hallam Road, BELGRAVE ‘ROSELEA COTTAGE’ - CIRCA 1902
$770,000 - $820,000 3A 2B
True to its 100+ year old heritage, ‘Roselea Cottage’ has stood the test of time and is still clearly one of the area’s most stunning original homesteads. Within a very easy walk to the eclectic main street of Belgrave, this home is graced by ornate fittings, Baltic timber floorboards, beautiful leadlight features and is truly a perfect family home.
Sam Adamson M 0421 023 760 | E sam@chandlerandco.com.au
Brad Conder
Glenn Chandler
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8 Fairway Road, Emerald
16 Maurice Street, Cockatoo
75 Kilvington Drive, Emerald
FAIRYTALE SETTING WITH 5 BEDROOMS
CHARACTER COTTAGE, HUGE SHED ON 1/2 ACRE
AN EXCEPTIONAL HOME IN AN IDEAL LOCATION
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GUIDE $870,000 - $930,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Lana Maher 0408 535 075 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $600,000 - $660,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Lana Maher 0408 535 075 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $870,000 - $950,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
82 Emerald Monbulk Road, Emerald
22 Aura Vale Road, Menzies Creek
298 Belgrave Gembrook Road, Clematis
NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN AND ENJOY
‘PARADISE ON 1/2 AN ACRE’
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GUIDE $680,000 - $748,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $720,000 - $790,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Denise McKay 0479 184 147 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $720,000 - $790,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Riley Nicholas 0488 501 218 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
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SOLD
16-18 Edenmont Road, Emerald
61 Beaconsfield Emerald Road, Emerald
16 Springs Street, Cockatoo
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY
LOVED FOR OVER 50 YEARS - 1951m2
FAMILY LIVING AT ITS FINEST
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GUIDE $880,000 - $960,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Justin Barrot 0438 683 781 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $830,000 - $910,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Riley Nicholas 0488 501 218 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
GUIDE $640,000 - $704,000 INSPECT By Appointment CONTACT Riley Nicholas 0488 501 218 Barry Plant Emerald 5968 4522
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PLUMBING CONTRACTORS Lic No. 29938
Over 20 year’s experience | Servicing the Yarra ranges
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Subject Land
2-14 Monbulk Road, Belgrave Vic 3160
Name of Applicant and contact details
Pulitano Properties Pty Ltd c/- Romy Davidov, Best Hooper Lawyers, Level 9, 451 Little Bourke St, Melbourne Vic 3000 (03) 9670 8951 / rdavidov@besthooper.com.au
Name of Responsible Authority
Yarra Ranges Shire Council
Permit Application No.
YR-2017/30 Development and use of the land for a multi-level building for a supermarket, shops, food and drinks premises (cafe), childcare centre and offices, vegetation removal, removal of restrictive covenants 763976, 815801 and 931502, removal of drainage easements and creation/ alteration of access to a road in a Road Zone, Category 1
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Licence No 21425 Maintenance, Bathroom Renovations, Gas Fitting, Dishwashers, Spouting, Replace gas & electric hot water service, General Plumbing.
9720 5111
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Due date for statement of grounds
26 January 2021
Compulsory Conference
19 March 2021, 10:00am to 4:30pm (online platform)
Hearing Date (only if the proceeding is not fully settled beforehand by consent or at Compulsory Conference)
31 May, 1-3 June, 7-10 June 2021, 10:00am to 4:30pm (online platform)
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