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Dog attack pain By Danielle Kutchel A Narre Warren woman was forced to watch in horror as her dogs were attacked by a neighbour’s dog in her own house. Stephanie Korosa’s 14-year-old cavalier and four-year-old mastiff were allegedly attacked by her neighbour’s American staffy while she was out of the house. Ms Korosa said she had left her dogs asleep on her bed while she did the school run on Monday 29 March. She said when she arrived home, she knew something was wrong when she heard the dogs barking. Entering her house, she said she saw the neighbour’s dog in her room, tossing her dogs around. “I yelled for help. This went on for 25 minutes. It was agonising,” she said. “[My neighbour] walked in with a broom. I was screaming and trying to break it up. “It was tossing my dog around like a ragdoll, it was like a crocodile with prey.” Even with the two of them there, Ms Korosa said they couldn’t break the dog’s hold. She alleged it had smashed through her fence palings and gotten into the house through her back sliding door. “It’s my worst nightmare,” she said. She was in contact with neighbours immediately after the attack but hasn’t heard from them since. She said the neighbour has not offered to assist with vet bills or take responsibility for the attack. Meanwhile, Ms Korosa’s vet bill has hit more than $2000. After the attack, she contacted the council and was stunned by their response. After being assured the neighbour’s dog would be seized, she said the council told her that would not happen and no action would be taken. “All of a sudden there’s no case, because they can’t determine who bit who first,” she said. “I’m so frustrated.”

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The scene of the attack. Ms Korosa said her own dogs are still in pain and suffering from anxiety, and she is considering her legal options. “It’s not about the money, it’s not about the vet bills, it’s the principles and the morals,” she said. “Take responsibility, take ownership, be empathetic.” Daniel Osborne, manager safer communities at the City of Casey, said the alleged incident was being investigated.

“All dog attack investigations are completed within the framework set out under Sec 29 of the Domestic Animals Act 1994. As there were no witnesses to the incident, Council has been unable to take further action,” he said, asking anyone with information to contact the City of Casey on 9705 5200. The RSPCA confirmed the alleged attack does not fall under its jurisdiction as it is responsible for investigating acts of cruelty by people towards animals.

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Cultural celebration day More than 200 members of the Afghan community celebrated International Women’s Day and the Nawruz Festival last month with the Bakhtar Community Association. The joint event was held in Somerville on Friday 12 March and featured speeches from Bassir Qadiri, chairperson of Bakhtar; Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards, Russell Barrett of Victoria Police, Bakhtar Cultural Association youth coordinator Benazir Rasoli and Ashleigh Newnham from Monash Legal Service. The speeches were followed by poetry, artistic Indian dance, award presentations, live music, Afghan national dances and a fashion show. Bakhtar Women of The Year Award is an annual award program initiated by Bakhtar Cultural Association in 2019 to acknowledge the exceptional contribution, achievements and commitment of Afghan Women in Australia. This year saw a number of outstanding and inspirational finalists nominated from many parts of Australia, all of whom received a nomination certificate on the night: Drkhanai Sayed Ansari - Melbourne Gulgotai Bezhan - Melbourne Maryam Zahid - Sydney Mursal Jamshedi - Adelaide Roia Atmar - Perth Zahra Haidar Big - Shepparton Maryam Zahid won the title of Bakhtar Women of the Year 2021 and the award was presented to her by Ms Richards. Maryam Zahid came to Australia as a refugee in 1999 at age 20. She works as a domestic violence prevention project officer for Sydney West Multicultural Services, working with community leaders and with newly arrived refugees and migrants in Western Sydney.

Attendees at the International Women’s Day & Nawruz festival event.

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Award nominees receive their certificates. She is a bilingual health educator at NSW Refugee Health and also volunteers for various community causes. She is the founder and director of ‘Afghan Women on the Move’, an initiative which mentors refugee women, nurturing self-empowerment through art and cultural programs and storytelling.

As well, Maryam is an emerging theatre writer. Her theatre show The Good Woman, which was launched in August 2019, has been a spectacular success. As the founder of the Afghan Women on the Move Inc, Maryam has successfully led refugee women in arts and cultural programs as part of the Daneha exhibition and performance pro-

gram at Blacktown Arts. Also on the day, Navid Forogh and Favad Hassani received recognition awards for their contribution towards the Afghan community through Bakhtar Cultural Association. The event was supported by the City of Casey, the Victorian Government, Victorian Multicultural Commission and PRD Legal.

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Rattlers raise spirits By Danielle Kutchel Casey firies have raised thousands for the annual Good Friday Appeal as residents opened their hearts and wallets for the cause. Berwick CFA and Narre Warren CFA collected a total of $10,472.35 from their collection spot at the High Street intersection in Berwick, beating their total from 2019. Berwick firefighter Meg, whose 20-monthold son Bailey has spent time in the specialist care of the hospital , said the total was “incredible” and said the Berwick and Narre Warren CFA crews were grateful to those who donated. “The Berwick CFA and Narre Warren CFA would like to send a huge thankyou to everyone who donated at either the High Street intersection on the day or to our virtual tin shake,” she said. Over on Sladen Street in Cranbourne, members of the Cranbourne CFA raised $19,495.25, bringing Casey’s total to $29,967.60. “We definitely weren’t expecting that,” said Cranbourne firefighter Zoe Russell. “In 2019 we only raised $13,500 at that intersection so it’s a big jump after the year we’ve had.” She said passers-by had wanted to give “as much as they could”, and even donations of just 50 cents had made a huge difference. Ms Russell said she and her fellow firies hope that the money raised will help give sick kids better quality of life, improving the technology available to help them get better and live the life they deserve. “We hope it goes a long way,” she said. Overall, the CFA as a whole collected a whopping $1,028,328 for the Royal Children’s Hospital. On Good Friday, CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan presented the cheque for more than $1 million alongside members from Berwick and Narre Warren Fire Brigades. Mr Heffernan gave congratulations to all involved in this year’s Appeal. “It was an honour to present the cheque to the Royal Children’s Hospital on behalf of the dedicated CFA members right across Victoria,” he said. “CFA brigades have a long and rich history

Some of the tins the Berwick and Narre Warren teams managed to fill. Left to right: Meg, Nick and Daniel from Berwick CFA and Narre Warren CFA. Picture: BLAIR DELLEMIJN, UNIFORM PHOTOGRAPHY

Motorists in Casey were in a hurry to get to their Easter celebrations over the weekend, if the results of Operation Nexus are anything to go by. Operation Nexus ran from 12.01am on Thursday 1 April until 11.59pm Monday 5 April, and during that time Victoria Police handed out 87 infringements for speeding offences in the Casey police service area. A total of 19 unregistered vehicles were picked up over the long weekend too, and police found one disqualified driver and two unlicensed drivers. One vehicle was impounded. Seven drivers in the Casey area were under the influence - five from alcohol, and two from drugs. Six drivers were caught disobeying signals and signs, and police found one seatbelt offence along with three motorists using their phones while driving. But cyclists came out on top over the long weekend, with no cyclist offences detected.

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Left to right: Seven TV presenter Sam Mac, Berwick Fire Brigade member Meg, Narre Warren Brigade member Dan Kraan and Chief Officer Jason Heffernan.

supporting the appeal and this year was no exception. “Congratulations to all of our CFA members involved in raising funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital - it was a fantastic effort and you and your communities should be proud.”

style in the ensuing months, he persisted and decided to put his efforts to good use. He succeeded in raising just over $2000 in donations from Rotarians and friends in support of the Leukaemia Foundation and selected the vocational visit to the nursery to publicly remove his cultivated locks. Rotary District 9820’s governor Mark Humphries was on hand to do the honours and began by using wool shears to do the deed. Much to everyone’s amusement - except Funno’s - this attempt failed, and sharper scissors were required to remove the locks. Funno booked an appointment with the hairdresser the following day, to finish the job.

Police are appealing for witnesses who were in the vicinity of Amberley Park Reserve, Narre Warren on 28 March 2021. At approximately 1pm, a 15-year-old female, wearing dark clothing, was at Amberley Park Reserve. It is believed the female was assaulted by a male and was located unconscious by an unidentified female walking her dogs. Police are appealing for the female witness, and any other witnesses who observed or heard anything relating to the incident at the time. Any information to please contact Dandenong Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) on 8769 2200 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic. com.au

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Berwick Fire Brigade member Meg (left) and Narre Warren Brigade member Dan Kraan (right).

Shear delight as ‘man-bun’ gets the chop Just under 100 Rotarians and guests attended a vocational visit to Alameda Homestead Nursery on Wednesday 31 March. In addition to a tour of the nursery to learn about plant propagation and the range of clematis’ that are available, the participants were treated to a roast dinner and desserts. A highlight of the evening was the shearing of Rotarian Adrian Funston’s (Funno’s) man bun to raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation. Funno had been cultivating his man bun since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in February 2020. Despite ongoing ribbing about his new hair

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Casey Highway Patrol had a busy night at the end of March, impounding two vehicles within minutes of each other. Initially, the unit intercepted a Toyota sedan driving on Monahans Road in Cranbourne. The 33-year-old driver recorded a positive reading to alcohol in his system, a positive recording to illicit drugs in his system and to top it off he was unlicensed. His vehicle was impounded for 28 days and he will face a magistrate to explain his poor choices at a later date. Whilst the members were speaking to the driver, they could hear a car doing burnouts nearby. They drove a few metres up the road and located a Holden Commodore sedan with smoking tyres and rubber on the road. The 20-year-old driver had only ever held a Victorian learners permit and he had been driving without a licence holder present. His car was impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1004 and he will also face court at a later date.

Rotary District 9820 governor, Mark Humphries, displays Funno’s prized man bun.

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Think pink to defeat killer By Danielle Kutchel Party lovers and cancer warriors are invited to kick up their heels while kicking cancer to the curb at an upcoming fundraising cocktail event. A Touch of Pink Cocktail Party promises to be a post-Covid spectacle while also raising funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, to contribute to game-changing research to stop deaths from this horrible disease. Brentwood Park Primary School teacher Cassie Van Zeyl has spent over nine months planning the epic event, which she hopes will not only raise funds for a wonderful cause, but also help members of the hospitality and entertainment industries get back on their feet. Her passion for the subject is driven by a personal touch; she counts many breast cancer survivors amongst her family and friends and has long supported fundraising projects for breast cancer like the Mother’s Day Classic. Last year, she reached out to La Porchetta Rowville with the idea of holding a post-Covid fundraising party for the cause, and was delighted when they came on board. Since then, around 70 sponsors from within the local community have also joined the event with donations and contributions of their own. “It was the most beautiful combination of positivity I have seen in a really long time,” she recalled. “It was like a domino effect in the community, because everyone was excited to go to a fundraising event that’s unique, and it’s obviously for an amazing cause.” Over 40 businesses have contributed to a raffle to be held on the day, with prizes includ-

ing high tea vouchers and hampers. Entertainment will be provided by Pulse Entertainment and magician Johnny Balance. As the day gets closer, Ms Van Zeyl said she’s both relieved the event will go ahead, and grateful for the support of so many to put it together. “I think it restores hope in the community people love to know there’s normality and people are still happy to contribute to the community and raise money for charity,” she said. “I want them to feel like part of a bigger purpose. “I want them walking away from the party feeling ... happy and whole.” A Touch of Pink Cocktail Party will be held on Saturday 17 April at La Porchetta Rowville, from 12pm-3.30pm. All money raised on the day will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The ticket price includes over three hours of canapes, a complimentary drink on arrival and freebies including showbags. Tickets to A Touch of Pink Cocktail Party are selling fast and are limited - visit https:// www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-touch-of-pinkcocktail-party-tickets-141651295839 to book.

Cassie Van Zeyl, organiser of the event.

Kiwis issue welcome again: International travel is back! By Danielle Kutchel It’s the news we’ve all been waiting for - international travel is back on the cards! New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on the establishment of a travel bubble with Australia on Tuesday 6 April. This means that from 11:59pm Sunday 18 April, Australians will be able to travel to the land of the long white cloud, quarantine-free. After a year of lockdowns and the erasure of travel plans, it’s likely to be welcome news for many. Ms Ardern said in a press conference that for the purposes of the travel bubble, Austra-

lia would essentially be considered another region of New Zealand. Any Covid-19 outbreaks would see restrictions reinstated but these would be on a state-by-state basis. “For instance, if a case is found that is quite clearly linked to a border worker in a quarantine facility and is well contained, you’ll likely see travel continue in the same way as you could see life continue if that happened here in Australia,” Ms Ardern said. “If, however, a case was found that was not clearly linked to the border, and a state responded by a short lockdown to identify more information, we’d likely pause flights from that state in the same way we would stop

travel into and out of a region in New Zealand as if it was were going into a full lockdown. “And if we saw multiple cases of unknown origin, we would likely suspend flights for a set period of time.” Australia’s biosecurity laws have been changed so that citizens don’t need to apply for special permission to travel to our neighbour. New Zealand is the only country that Australians don’t need an exemption to travel to. There is also no vaccine requirement for trans-Tasman travel, however passengers will need to wear a mask on the flight and anyone with cold or flu symptoms will not be allowed to fly.

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Open the door to fostering The State Government is encouraging more Victorians to open their homes and their hearts to foster children by making the fostering process easier. On Saturday 3 April Minister for Child Protection and Carers Luke Donnellan met Vince and Kym, who have been foster carers for more than 20 years. They have cared for more than 70 children and currently provide long-term placement for three teenage boys. While there are challenges and ups-anddowns, Vince and Kym believe the experience of caring for a child is always worth it - and there is a lot of support when you get started. The Labor Government has committed $5.8 million over four years to continue the Fostering Connections program to promote the benefits of foster caring and make the recruitment process more accessible for Victorians. Run by the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, Fostering Connections provides a centralised service that connects prospective carers with foster care agencies, helping Victorians find the right agency in their area. Fostering Connections also provides accurate and detailed information about the process of becoming a foster carer and answers any questions people might have about fostering before they contact an agency. At any given time, about 1,700 children are being looked after by foster carers or are waiting for a placement. While the Covid pandemic has placed significant stress on many families across Victoria, it has also demonstrated the enormous goodwill of Victorians to support each other during hard times. The State Government has committed

The State Government is calling on families to open their doors to foster care. more than a billion dollars in services and supports for children and families in the Victorian Budget 2020/21. This includes $64.7 million over the next four years and ongoing funding for the Home Stretch program, to extend state care and supports for young people in care from 18 to 21 years old. This means young people can stay with their kinship or foster carer for longer, or transition to supported independent living arrangements. The government has also allocated $10.3 million to the Better Futures program, which helps young people in care prepare for life after care, including education, employment advice and life coaching. Training and supports are available to foster carers through the Carer KaFE initiative and Client Support Funding. To sign up or learn more about foster caring, visit fosteringconnections.com.au or call 1800 013 088.

Enter awards for business There are just five days left to get your entries in for this year’s Casey Business Awards. After a difficult 2020, the Casey Business Awards are returning in 2021 with a brand-new format to recognise and celebrate the wonderful and diverse businesses across the City of Casey. Entries close on Thursday 8 April and businesses, both large and small, are encouraged to get involved and be in the running to win cash prizes, promotion for their business and the opportunity to network with other local business people. As part of the refreshed format, the City of Casey will recognise achievement in four categories: innovation, business leadership, employment, and resilience. All applicants will have exclusive access to an exciting range of business development programs, including free mentoring and a series of invite-only workshops focusing on award category themes. Winners will also receive cash prizes and valuable exposure for their business. City of Casey’s chair of administrators, Noelene Duff, said after what was undeniably a challenging year, it was important to recognise the achievements of Casey’s businesses. “There are so many local businesses doing amazing things and it’s wonderful to be able to showcase and celebrate the contribution and value they add to our city,” Ms Duff said. “We understand many businesses are time poor, so we have made the application process quick and easy with only five assessment questions to respond to. “I encourage all local businesses to partici-

The team from Gumbuya World celebrate being named the 2019 Business of the Year. pate in this fantastic program, not only for the promotion and recognition that they can receive, but also for the valuable opportunities to connect more broadly with Casey’s business network and gain feedback from industry experts.” Finalists will be announced at a Business Breakfast networking event on 13 May 2021, with the winners to be announced at a special Gala Evening event on 25 June 2021 at Bunjil Place. The Casey Business Awards 2021 are proudly supported by major sponsors Zeemo and Bendigo Bank and category sponsors Mirvac, St John of God Hospital Berwick, MatchWorks, and media partner Star News Group. For more information and to apply, visit businessincasey.com.au/casey-businessawards-2021.

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Fun and laughs at awards By Danielle Kutchel Easter Monday in Cranbourne West was full of laughter, colour and fun as families enjoyed the first ever African Cultural Day Awards. This event was hosted by Multicultural Youth Support Services (MYSS), at Cranbourne West Community Hub. Families came to celebrate the vibrant African culture and the achievements of youth within the south-eastern African-Australian community. “We weren’t sure about the weather in the morning but it turned out to be great sunny day” said MYSS project manager and speaker Danyal Diallo The celebrations started outdoors with children enjoying a nearby playground, impromptu soccer games, a barbecue lunch and face painting by Mel’s Face Painting Melbourne. As the weather cooled down the families headed inside the hub for the formalities of the day. “It was a huge turnout; we were expecting between 50-100 people to arrive; it turned out in big numbers,” Mr Diallo said. Guests enjoyed an array of traditional African dances as well as a speech given by an inspirational year 12 student from the MYSS Homework Club, Sarah Machar. Sarah shared the challenges she has faced coming into a new country and learning a new language from scratch. The event acknowledged the hard work of MYSS in connecting the community, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic when MYSS staff distributed supermarket vouchers and advocated for better support for members of the community. This hard work was acknowledged and recognised by the City of Casey, which named MYSS the ‘2021 Community Group of the Year’ earlier this year.

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The Federation University team receives its award. MYSS founder Peter Mamer Aguto and Mr Diallo thanked those who have been supporting the organisation. Mr. Aguto said: “MYSS is a product for African communities that is led by the community and for the community. “It is a privilege to serve the community in such a direct way. It’s fulfilling having to see the seeds we plant in our generation and to ponder on what they may become in the future, I thank God for it all,” he said. Mr. Aguto spoke of the “power of unity” to connect the African community to each other and the wider south-eastern community.

Tribute was paid to the assistance received from the State Government, especially Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ross Spence, for being supportive toward African communities during the Covid-19 crisis. Bass MP Jordan Crugnale was in attendance on behalf of the Minister. “We are grateful for your unwavering commitment to community as it is a vital part of what makes Victoria one of the world’s most successful multicultural societies,” she said in a speech on the day. “This event is a wonderful opportunity to

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celebrate and experience the diverse and rich traditions of African heritage.” After the speeches, a number of awards were given out. Recipients included Sarah Machar for the Spirit of Education and Perseverance, Master of Social Work (MSW)students at Federation University, Dinka Group Melbourne Lions and the Acholi Group. MYSS is currently searching for volunteers in the community to help out with its Homework Club and other initiatives. If you would like to volunteer, email myss.victoria@gmail. com or call 0481 213 384.

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Gary Maas MP on a previous visit to Hillsmeade Primary School.

Schools get update funds Students at more than 200 schools across Victoria are set to benefit from an essential maintenance boost, thanks to the State Government. Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas announced that two schools in the Narre Warren South electorate, Hillsmeade Primary School and Coral Park Primary School, are among the 230 schools that will share in $10.4 million of Planned Maintenance Program (PMP) funding. PMP funding ensures schools can undertake essential work to grounds and classrooms such as fixing roofs and windows, painting, resurfacing floors and replacing windows, as well as external landscaping works like pathways and lighting. Hillsmeade Primary School has been allocated a total of $105,000 for high priority maintenance tasks including $95,000 identified in the Specialist Assessment to address the school’s roof plumbing issues, and $10,000 identified in the Rolling Facilities Assessment for cladding repair, downpipe replacement, external floor repainting, roof repair, and wall repainting. Coral Park Primary School will receive

$60,000 including $35,000 for tasks identified in the Specialist Assessment for their roof plumbing issues and $25,000 for tasks identified in the Rolling Facilities Assessment such as air conditioner repair, cladding repair, fascia replacement, and shade structure repair. More than $2.4 million will go towards maintenance to Shelter-in-Place buildings at 11 schools, which provides emergency accommodation to staff and students in the case of a bushfire. The funding is on top of over $27 million of PMP funding already provided to 357 schools in the 2020 school year, and ensures existing buildings at Victoria’s 1,500 state schools are safe, modern and properly maintained. Works are determined by an evaluation system which uses up-to-date information on the condition of schools to create a faster and more targeted allocation of PMP funding. “It is important to continue maintaining our local schools to ensure that students have the facilities they need to achieve their best results,” Mr Maas said. “Hillsmeade Primary and Coral Park Primary are great local schools and these works will help improve their facilities.”

Cabbie’s $27k rort caught By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Doveton cabbie of 20 years has been disqualified after rorting more than $27,000 from the state’s disability taxi program. Metin Akkusoglu pleaded guilty to a rolled-up charge of obtaining property by deception from the Multi Purpose Taxi Program (MPTP) at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 23 March. He had been accused of fraudulently processing 14 disabled passengers’ MPTP cards on 749 occasions in 2018 and 2019. Each time, Akkusoglu pocketed half-fare subsidies of up to $60 from Commercial Passenger Vehicle Victoria (CPVV) for trips when MPVP members weren’t in his cab. The most commonly misused was a Dandenong North passenger’s MPVP card, which was retained by Akkusoglu after a cab ride in May 2018. The cab driver later fraudulently processed the card 697 times to the value of $25,205. The passenger didn’t speak English. His daughter told CPVV investigators that she believed neither of her parents used the half-price taxi card. “(The daughter) was unaware that the card was missing until she was told by the CPVV,” a prosecution submission stated. “To her knowledge her parents never use taxis.” Another passenger left her card with Akkusoglu after he dropped her off at Melbourne Airport to fly to New Zealand.

Akkusoglu was also charged with allowing a young male to log into his Cabcharge system and process the MPVP card several times at Akkusoglu’s house in August 2019. On 4 January, CPVV cancelled Akkusoglu’s driver accreditation due to his “MPTP misconduct”. He was disqualified from reapplying for four years. CPVV chief executive Aaron de Rozario told Star Journal that the rort was a “deliberate attempt over a significant period of time to defraud a system set up to help some of Victoria’s most vulnerable people”. MPTP was a “lifeline for thousands of people” unable to use other forms of public transport due to disability or other accessibility needs”, Mr de Rozario said. “Being able to use MPTP services allows them to participate in community life, and in many cases access employment or education.” He said the CPVV had multiple processes to identify fraudulent MPTP transactions. “We take MPTP fraud very seriously. “Anyone who commits fraud, no matter the level, risks criminal action and losing their right to work in the commercial passenger vehicle industry.” On 23 March, magistrate Andrew Halse placed Akkusoglu to a 12-month community correction order including 120 hours of unpaid work. The cabbie repaid $15,000 before the matter was finalised. He was ordered by the magistrate to pay back the remaining $12,176.35 to CPVV. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

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Kids in step with health per day of physical activity. “We should encourage them to include walking at the beginning, during and end of each day”, he said. The national initiative also promotes improved diets by asking schools and parent committees to host a healthy breakfast, positive environmental action, better use of public transport with reduced car-dependency and the vitally important road safety message: until they are 10, children must always hold the hand of an adult when crossing the road. It also encourages parents and carers to walk more, reducing dangerous traffic congestion around schools, while minimising the risk of Australian children developing heart disease and diabetes. Top five tips for parents to get their kids walking to school: 1. Walk some or if you can, walk all the way to school 2. Get off the bus, train, or tram a few stops earlier and walk the rest of the way 3. Leave the car at least one kilometre away from school and walk the rest of the way 4. Set your alarm 30 minutes earlier to fit in a walk to school 5. If you can’t walk in the morning, walk home after school

Facelift: School upgrade builders are announced Upgraded facilities at Hampton Park Secondary College are a step closer to construction with the appointment of the builders to undertake the project. Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas announced that McColl Smith Projects Pty Ltd has been appointed to construct the school’s $3.9 million upgrade. The upgrade will redevelop the existing TBlock into a STEAM/FabLab facility, helping to a create 21st century facility which focuses on skill building and innovation within the classroom. The package of works will also include new student toilet facilities. It’s all part of Stage 2 of the school’s upgrade masterplan and was funded as part of the State Government’s 2019/20 Budget. A total of $14.68 million has been committed to Hampton Park Secondary College to deliver its masterplan. “I’m thrilled to announce that Stage 2 of Hampton Park Secondary College’s master plan is another step closer with the appointment of builders McColl Smith Projects,” Mr Maas said. “Upgrading Hampton Park Secondary Col-

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Students at Strathaird Primary School are a step closer to getting the facilities they need for a great start in life, with an architect appointed to design the school’s exciting upgrade. Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas announced on Tuesday 30 March that Gray Puksand has been appointed to design the school’s $10 million upgrade. The upgrade will build a new toilet block and a state-of-the-art eco cubby which is a multipurpose facility including learning spaces and a kitchen for students, parent program sessions and for whole of school events. The eco cubby will enhance the learning of students and their understanding of innovations in sustainability while leading to lower energy use and reduced waste. “It’s exciting to announce Gray Puksand as the architect as it is an important step in delivering this project for the local community,” Mr Maas said. “This investment builds on previous upgrades and maintenance of our local schools and ensures that our students have the best opportunity to learn and succeed.”

Gary Maas MP meets with principal Julie Kennedy via Zoom to discuss Strathaird Primary School’s announcement.

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Plea for Burma peace Endeavour Hills man Hector De Santos is waging a campaign against escalating military violence in his Burmese homeland. The 80-year-old has written to the Australian Prime Minister, MPs as well as 12 embassies in the hope for intervention against the military junta’s “inhuman” repression in Burma, also known as Myanmar. He’s also lobbied the Victorian Council of Churches to launch a Day of Prayer. “I’m trying to build awareness about what is happening in Burma,” Mr De Santos said. “What the military junta is doing is terrible, it is inhuman. “I’m just trying to do something, what little I can do to make a difference. “I’m hoping that I can convince some regional government to intervene with the Burmese military.” In his letters to governments, he has called for the release of democratically-elected leader Saw Aung San Suu Kyi and her party. He’s pleaded also for immediate “trade, military and aid sanctions”, and for humanitarian aid to be channelled through NGOs in the nation. Burma’s military seized control of the government on February 1 deposing the country’s ruling party the National League for Democracy (NLD). Since the coup, hundreds of pro-democracy protesters have been killed by violent military and security services force - including reports of 114 unarmed people including six children on Saturday 27 March. Security forces reportedly opened fire at a funeral the following day. The Chief of the Australian Defence Force joined defence chiefs from 11 other nations condemning the “use of lethal force against unarmed people”.

Hector De Santos is campaigning against the violent military coup in Burma. Australia’s Foreign Minister Marise Payne also condemned in “the strongest terms” the “horrific use of lethal force”. “We call urgently on the Myanmar security forces to exercise restraint, uphold the rule of law and allow the Myanmar people to exercise their rights to peaceful protest.” According to Mr De Santos’s contacts in Burma, the military is abducting and brutalizing protesters. “I’m told that young woman are being grabbed off the street, sedated and raped and then dumped outside of towns and cities,” he said. In 1969, Mr De Santos and his wife Wendy fled Burma’s military government after being

marginalised along with other religious and ethnic minorities. “My father was Portuguese and my mother was half-English, half-Indian,” he said “We didn’t have the chance of having a future there, so we came to Australia.” In 1966 they obtained a one-year travel visa and left for Thailand with just Mrs De Santos’s wedding ring and the necklace she wore. After working for the US Navy in Thailand, Hector and Wendy came to Australia in 1969 as migrants. Mr De Santos worked three jobs for about 70 hours a week. During weekdays, he was a factory clerk. Weeknights, a kitchen hand. And weekends,

a wedding photographer. He didn’t have executive qualifications, but he could earn an executive’s wage, he says. “There were plenty of jobs in those days - as much work as you wanted.” In between, he ran from Clayton to his Moorabbin workplace in training for marathons. In retirement, he has volunteered as an English tutor at migrant and refugee settlement agency AMES Australia, helps at a Burmese community garden at Springvale and joins plantings at the lush Frog Hollow Reserve near his home. “I just want to give back to the community because from the start, everyone helped me.”

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Rex name shame By Mitchell Clarke Almost one year since alleged corruption was exposed within the City of Casey, a former councillor is still fighting to clear his name. Former Springfield Ward councillor Rex Flannery, who resigned as deputy mayor just days before the State Government sensationally sacked the entire council in February 2020, says the events of the past 12 months are still “eating” him up. He has now officially requested that his name is removed from both a councillor honour board in the customer service centre and a wall plaque in Bunjil Place. “I have never had any involvement into this alleged corruption scandal and therefore I do not wish to have my name associated with past or former councillors who may have brought our City of Casey into disrepute,” he told Star News. “People look at your name and they see that you’re from Casey Council and immediately they put you in that same mould, which couldn’t be further than the truth. “It’s just horrible to have been a councillor in that term. It gives you a sickening feeling in your gut and now I have to live with that.“ Mr Flannery argues his name should never have been placed on the plaque celebrating the $126 million Bunjil development because at the time he didn’t support the project. “I guess I’ve eaten a little bit of humble pie with Bunjil Place. I’ve been able to see the value that place brings to the community but at the time I was against the development and I wasn’t once consulted (about having my name included),” he said. He also claims former ex-ward partner, Sam Aziz, stated to him that he “wished he never had my name added to the plaque”. “That was the only time I agreed with him,” Mr Flannery said. While Mr Flannery hasn’t accused any former councillor of committing wrongdoing, he said anyone found guilty from the IBAC hearing should immediately have their honours stripped. “They need to have their plaques removed

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Rex Flannery, pictured in late 2015, wants his name stripped from council. 148005 from anywhere within the City of Casey ... whether it’s a plaque in the botanical gardens or in Bunjil Place, I want them removed so they have absolutely no recognition anymore,” he said. “They’ve disgraced themselves and they’ve disgraced the council. They’ve taken something away from me that I totally enjoyed. I loved serving the Casey community. I just want some clarity as to what way it’s going to go.” Since his resignation, Mr Flannery has been working in an operating theatre at a local hospital. He said he has every intention to run for council again in 2024.

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“I want to get back into serving the community again. I want to run again and I want to get my name back on the honour board for the right reasons. At the moment it’s a dishonour board,” he said. Star News understands Mr Flannery has put forward his request to be heard by the administrators at the next council meeting, slated for Tuesday 2 February.“It’s up to them now but a year later, this is still eating at me. I need closure and this is one way that I can get it,“ he said. “I played no part in any downturn or sacking of the council and I feel it’s my duty to say that I don’t want to be a part of or in any way

Bunjil Place. associated with the 2016-20 term.” Casey’s governance manager Rhys Matulis said: “Given the IBAC investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on that matter. Council has received and will consider Mr Flannery’s request in due course.”

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The second round of the $572,000 Supporting Carers Locally Grants is now open - part of a State Government program aimed at increasing support of carer health and wellbeing. Grants of $20,000 to $40,000 are available for local community organisations to increase opportunities for carers to be physically and mentally healthy and boost social connectivity for carers with family, friends, other carers and their local community. Across Victoria, more than 736,000 carers give their time and effort to look after a family member or friend who needs them. Unpaid carers support people with different care needs including people with chronic disease, mental illness, people with a disability, older people with care needs and those receiving end-of-life or palliative care. The recent Mental Health Royal Com-

mission final report identified the importance of supporting the mental health of carers as a key focus. The final report of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System identified the importance of the role of carers and of involving and supporting them. Giving carers the support they need is a key priority of the State Government through the Victorian Carer Strategy 201822 - the first whole-of-government strategy recognising carers. “We want carers in all parts of Victoria to be happy and healthy, with support in their community and the opportunity to connect with others - that’s why this funding is so vital,” said Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Luke Donnellan. Applications close on Saturday 24 April. For more information visit vic.gov.au/ dffh/supporting-carers-locally-grants-program-2021-22-round-2. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

THE LOWDOWN Q&A What was the best day of your life so far? I have been fortunate to have six children, three I gave birth to and three I acquired through marriage. I can’t differentiate so I have to say the birthday of each of my daughters. (Besides when they read the paper, they’ll be furious if I don’t include them all!) What is your proudest achievement? Given the honour of representing Cranbourne, especially as the first woman in the role. What would your last meal be? I love food, all food. It would be a bowl of steaming, pan fried dumplings. What do you love most about your role as an MP? Representing the people of Cranbourne is the best job in the world but visiting the amazing schools is the highlight. The children in our community are sparkling and I find schools to represent the optimism of our Cranbourne in its purest form. What event past, present or future would you like to witness and why? I would love to witness the falling of the Berlin Wall. Just writing about this brings me to tears. Imagine all those families that had been separated meeting again after all that time. What is your favourite TV show? Derry Girls Which six guests, dead or alive, would you like to invite to dinner? Barack Obama, Bruce Springsteen, my father (lots of things I want to ask him), Pope Francis, Gough Whitlam and Emmeline Pankhurst. What has been your most embarrassing moment? There are so many, I often fall and stumble into wrong rooms. I was asked to speak at the launch of the Labor campaign in 2018 and was quite nervous. As I walked on stage I took a mouthful of water but accidentally poured

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Miffy makes an entrance By Danielle Kutchel Fans had the chance to meet Miffy when she arrived at Bunjil Place on Saturday 27 March. Everyone’s favourite little rabbit put on a show ahead of the opening of the Miffy and Friends exhibition in the Bunjil Place Gallery.

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Catherine Charles. “I think the experience will come in handy for any other future plays or productions that I might take part in. “It’s a very professional atmosphere and we learn to listen carefully to directions and make sure we remember our cues. “We also learned to adapt quickly and had to be prepared to make changes at the last minute. In a choir you stand in the same place next to the same people in your section, but in an opera production you might be expected to stand in lots of different places, and you might move around as part of the action,” she explained. “It is an honour to perform with Opera Australia and I am proud that our choir can have the opportunity to show how capable we are. “I hope people in the audience enjoy the performance and that we might have some new choristers be inspired to join MYC.” To purchase your tickets to see Melbourne Youth Chorale perform Carmen with Opera Australia at Bunjil Place, visit https://www. bunjilplace.com.au/opera-australia-carmen

At Paint a Pot Studios, letting the imagination run wild is not only encouraged but an essential part of the experience. These school holidays why not let your child try their hand at one of the many workshops on offer. Give the ceramic painting studio a go and create a stunning masterpiece on pottery, a perfect present or keepsake. If that doesn’t spark an interest, instead try acrylic pouring for $35 on Tuesday 6 April at 10am or perhaps a macrame keychain workshop on Thursday 8 April at 2pm for $35. Other holiday classes include a canvas sip and paint with a cost of $35 on Monday 12 April at 10am, a superheroes chalk masterpiece class on Wednesday 14 April at 10am for $35 and an inks on drink bottles workshop on Friday 16 April at 10am for $40. Paint a Pot works on the idea that everyone can be creative and the possibilities are endless when given a go. Using a range of mediums and techniques,

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Prize entries open for local history-keepers The Victorian Community History Awards are held annually to recognise the contributions made by Victorians in the preservation of the state’s fascinating history. Presented by Public Record Office Victoria and the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, the awards celebrate the people involved in community history projects who are dedicated to telling their local stories and help Victorians to better understand their past. Entries are now open for 2021 across the following categories: Victorian Premier’s History Award - $5000 Collaborative Community History Project - $2000 Local History Project - $2000 History Publication - $2000 Local History - Small Publication - $1500 Digital Storytelling - $1500 Community Diversity - $1500 Historical Interpretation - $1500 Oral History (presented with Oral History Victoria) - $1500 History Article - $500 Past award-winning and commended projects have included local history publications and exhibitions by history groups and museums, sports histories by local clubs and fans, honour boards and displays

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A Casey choir will take to the stage in an operatic classic later this year, joined by Australia’s leading opera company. The Melbourne Youth Chorale - formerly Berwick Youth Choir - will perform ‘Carmen’ with Opera Australia at Bunjil Place on Friday 28 May. Kerry Alexander, vice president of the chorale, said the event was an “exciting opportunity” for the performers. “Our choristers are really looking forward to the experience of actually performing on stage with Opera Australia,” she said. After nine months of online rehearsals, the choir is back learning music face-to-face once more. Ms Alexander said she’s proud of her singers for rising to the challenge and learning the music to Carmen in just over two months - a very tight turnaround. It’s not the first time the Melbourne Youth Chorale has had the chance to perform with Opera Australia; the two first collaborated in 2018 on Madame Butterfly. Chorister Catherine Charles is fortunate to have been involved in Madame Butterfly and is now looking forward to her role in Carmen. “It’s even more exciting to be invited to perform a second time in Carmen. It’s such a famous and dramatic opera,” she said. The Berwick local is no stranger to challenging operatic pieces; in Madame Butterfly, she and her fellow choristers performed the Humming Chorus, which she described as “sad but very beautiful”. “It was a challenge to learn to control your breathing for that piece,” she recalled. One of her favourite memories of Madame Butterfly is of watching the costume makers creating a wig for character Cio-Cio San - the eponymous Madame Butterfly. This time around, she’s also looking forward to seeing the costumes and sets, as well as learning the music for Carmen. Ms Charles said the experience of performing with Opera Australia will stand her in good stead for the future.

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Family fun at the circuit The Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Visitor Centre and Go Karts is a destination for the whole family with many hours of entertainment and enjoyment on offer and these school holidays are the perfect time to visit. Go Karts and Tandems If you haven’t tried the exhilarating Go Karts then you need to strap yourself into the allnew Sodi Karts for a thrilling session on the 750-meter track - a replica of the world-renowned Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. With 9 horsepower Honda GX 270cc engines, the French-made karts provides an ultimate karting sensation and are tested to meet the stringent Australian standards. The RT8 Evo2 single karts can reach up to 65k/mph and feature a high front blade for greater safety and a roll bar with all-round protection to avoid wheel-to-wheel contact. The harness seatbelt and easy to use seat adjusters allow for greater comfort and custom fitting. The 2Drive tandem karts allow the whole family to get involved as the twin seats provide children the thrill of go karting. The dual steering allows children to get involved while under the safety and supervision of an adult driver. Bookings are recommended. Grand Prix Motorcycle Collection at the Circuit The star exhibit in the History of Motorsport Display is the superb collection of 25 Grand Prix winning motorcycles from the two famous Italian marques, Aprilia and Cagiva, with the two-wheel treasures permanently installed in the display at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit Visitor Centre. In total these sleek racing machines have won 9 World Championships, 51 Grand Prix wins and 106 Podiums. Make the time these

Go Karts wind around an exhilarating 750 metre replica of the GP circuit. holidays to take in these magnificent pieces of racing history. Champions Cafe After all the excitement, the Champions Licenced Cafe delivers with its fresh menu with plenty of choices. Fantastic coffee and delicious scones, cakes, slices, muffins, pastries, sausage rolls and pies hit the spot Merchandise The gift shop at the Visitor Centre offers a wide selection of stylish apparel, merchandise and souvenirs to choose from so you can take a memento home with you. Covid-19 operating conditions Due to current restrictions Guided Circuit Tours, Hot Laps and Push Bike Ride Days will not be available. For further information call 5952 9400 or visit www.phillipislandcircuit.com.au and www.phillipislandgokarts.com.au

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Ideas to keep kids busy By Melissa Grant Are you wondering how you are going to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays? Don’t fret - we are here to help! Here are 12 ideas to help Casey and Cardinia families fill in some days over the long summer holiday break! PLAYGROUNDS Variety Livvi’s Place, Clyde Water sensory zones, quiet spaces and a flight deck are among the cool features of this new all abilities playground. The playground has been specifically built with consideration given to children and families living with autism. Play and behavioural child development experts helped design the park. It features water sensory zones, quiet spaces and themed zones - to help children on the spectrum to find calmness in a busy play space. You’ll also find slides, swings, toilets and

a shaded BBQ area. The playground is located at the corner of Merribrook Boulevard and Caribbean Circuit, Clyde (in Stockland’s Edgebrook estate) Deep Creek Reserve, Pakenham Pack lunch and some togs and head to Deep Creek Reserve. This state-of-the art park features an allabilities playground, sand and water play area, shelters and barbecues, sensory gardens, toilet facilities and a large car park. You’ll find the park at the end of Cameron Way, Pakenham. Casey Fields Regional Playground A huge slide is the focal point of this adventure playground that has equipment for kids big and small. The big blue slide is on ‘adventure hill’, which also features a bird nest swing and climbing areas. There is also a large pirate ship play struc-

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ture and another playground that’s great for younger kids. The picturesque playground has six-metre high climbing net and rope bridge and climbing mounds and net bridges. There is also a liberty swing for kids who

use wheelchairs, plus a village green community space. With barbecue, toilet and picnic facilities, the playground is a great spot for gatherings. The playground is located at Berwick-Cranbourne Road, Cranbourne East.

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WHAT’S ON Art for Healing Workshop Thursday, 8 April 2021 from 10am -1pm at Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House. Come and join us as we explore healing through artistic expression, exploring communication, reflection and storytelling. This activity is free but places are limited and bookings are essential, so please contact bookings@bpnh.org.au or 8743 0671. Due to the nature of the event this is an adults only activity.

Western Port Craft Expo After being forced to cancel in 2020, the Western Port Craft Expo is back! Featuring workshops, new crafts to try, craft for kids, talks, craft to buy, demonstrations and refreshments. Saturday 10 April, 10am-4pm at Hastings Community Hub, 1973 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings. Entry $5 Adults / $2 School-age Kids. Find out more at www.wpcraftexpo.com or for enquiries call 0477 149 734. Also on Facebook and Instagram.

Kaduna Park movie night Come and enjoy the Kaduna Park Movie Night hosted by Parklea for residents of the estate on Saturday 10 April. The first movie is Aladdin (PG) and screens at 5.30pm (runs 128mins) and the second movie is Instant Family (PG) and screens at 7.30pm (runs 118mins). Kids can enjoy free airbrush tattoos and giant games. Delight in free popcorn and support the local Rotary Club of Pakenham with their sausage sizzle sale on the night! Please BYO low chair and/or picnic rug. No alcohol consumption is permitted on the night. Pre-register for tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/parklea-movie-night-tickets-144312140497.

Vic Fish Kids Program Kids aged six to 12 are invited to attend a free fishing fun day at the Tooradin Foreshore Sunday 11 April. The day will be fun for the whole family featuring free fishing clinics for children, live music, active games, craft, food and drink and more. Every child who participates in a clinic will receive a free fishing rod. Entry permitted to event precinct from 10am - 4pm with your fishing clinic ticket. Head to vfa.vic.gov.au/recreational-fishing/ events/vfa-events/vicfishkids to book.

Touch of Pink Cocktail Party charity fundraiser to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Saturday April 17,

12pm-3.30pm, 1171 Stud Rd, Rowville. Raffle prizes, flower wall, donut wall, cookies, photobooth and entertainment. Neighbourhood House on 8743 0671.

BPNH Crazy Circus Day A full day of Crazy Circus fun on Wednesday 14 April. Learn how to spin plates, get bendy and strong with acrobatics, hula hoop like a pro, learn how to juggle and more. At the end of the day, display your tricks in your very own circus. Eat morning tea before the session as it is a VERY active program! BYO lunch (no soft drink or nuts) and water bottle. The session starts at 10am, please arrive at 9:45. This activity is for Primary School aged children only. Tickets $25, book via the office or events.humanitix.com/bpnh-crazycircus-day Any questions please contact Brentwood Park

Children’s Alcohol Ink Workshop Join our Children’s Alcohol Ink Workshop on Thursday 15 April, 12-1.30pm, run by our resident artist Viv. This workshop is for students aged 8 - 12years. $20 per student (plus booking fees), bookings are essential. Contact the Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House office on 8743 0671 or book online: https://events.humanitix.com/school-holidayart-workshop

Guest Speaker at VIEW Club Berwick Evening VIEW Club, which offers women social activities while supporting The Smith Family, invites you to enjoy our distinguished after dinner speaker Neil Lucas. Neil has been Mayor of the City of Casey, a Member of Parliament and the Vice Regal Administrator of Christmas and the Cocos Islands. He will be talking about the history of Berwick and the origins of local street names. Details: Monday, 19 April 2021 at The Hill Restaurant, 215-225 Parkhill Dr. Berwick. 6.00 pm for 6.30 pm dinner. Bookings are essential: Jan Whitaker 9705 9009.

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New Vogue, Ballroom, Latin Dancing, and Dancercise Cold weather is coming so get those dancing shoes on and keep warm! New classes begin for Term 2 on Tuesday 20 April in Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, and Pakenham. Classes in all styles are taught by a friendly accredited instructor. Classes include Ballroom and Latin, Tuesdays 7pm - Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre, Wednesdays 6pm and 7pm - Foundation Learning Centre Narre Warren, Thursdays 1pm - Pakenham Community Centre; and Dancercise (exercise to music and jazz dancing) Thursdays 1115 am. Chase the winter blues away and join us! For more details ring or message Di Marsh on 0408343202, or email difen69@bigpond.net. au

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their body and mind in a healthy way. Program includes: yoga, mindful activity, creative art, story time, games, music and more. Day: Sundays, time: 4pm to 5pm. Cost: $80 per term (membership fees of $6.00 per annum applies). For enquires and booking contact Anu 0432246674. Venue: Oakgrove Community Centre - 89 -101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South 3805.

Voices of Casey concert ‘Reflections’ Voices of Casey brings you ‘Reflections’, a song suite covering thoughts about the past and present - their first post-Covid concert. Sunday 16 May from 2.30pm at Fiddlers Green Auditorium, 57 Gloucester Avenue, Berwick. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, bookings are essential. Tickets: Adults $15, under 15 $10, Fiddlers Green residents $10. Phone 0412 741 195 for bookings and more information.

Introduction to Creative Writing Have you dreamed about being a published author, journalist or scriptwriter? Turn your passion for writing into your perfect job. This eight week pre-accredited course will pathway you into other opportunities like editing, script writing, marketing, further studies and of course becoming the well-read author you have dreamed about. Fridays 9.30am - 12pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa.com.au

Watercolour Painting Art Class for Adults Do you want to unleash your inner artist but don’t know how to begin? This water colour course will give you an introduction to some basic approaches to the wonderful medium of watercolour painting including techniques, methods and materials, such as what kind of brushes and paper to use. Participants will be shown methods and approaches to three basic watercolour techniques in this course. Wednesdays 1pm - 3pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa.com.au

Career Strategy and Interview Skills workshops Do you need help to achieve your career goals? Do you understand the value of networking to help achieve your employment goals? Would you like to overcome your nerves and present yourself confidently and professionally in your next interview? We will even help you to prepare for a video interview. Thursdays 10am - 2pm. Booking is essential for all programs and activities by contacting Balla Balla Community Centre on 5990 0900 or admin@ballaballa.com.au

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Embarking on a new era By Nick Creely Stepping into the powerful Eastern Football League’s Premier Division – arguably the strongest local football competition in Victoria – a lot of eyes will be firmly fixed on how Berwick travels in 2021. After a stunning period of success for the club, which culminated in premierships in 2015, 2017 and 2018, the Wickers are ready and primed for a new challenge. Nick Creely takes a look at how the Wickers are shaping up… Nickname: The Wickers Home ground: Edwin Flack Reserve, Berwick Last premiership: 2018 President: Glenn Gambetta Coach: Clint Evans Captain: Luke Sheppard Last season (2019): Runners-up in AFL Outer East Premier Division Leading goalkicker: Harry Money (64) Key ins: Anthony Vella (Cranbourne/Noble Park), Anthony Burr (Cranbourne/Noble Park), Trent Thomas (Noble Park), Michael Riseley (Upper Ferntree Gully), Bryce Rutherford (Noble Park) Key outs: Lucas Jellyman-Turner (Queensland) What the coach says… On the pre-season preparation “Exciting is probably the perfect word. We’ve been tracking along well, both our practice matches have been good, we’ve put in some young kids. They’re fit, so it’s just about getting our number one side on the park.” On entering the Eastern Football League’s top-flight “We know we’re going into a really strong league. In that five years we’ve been dominant in Outer East and South East, the guys are now coming into that prime, and we’ve also got a new crop coming through who’ll be looking to take over that mantel. Sides are a lot different in this league, so there’s a lot of different things you’ve got to put into it – its 20 STAR NEWS

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Anthony Vella is an exciting addition to Berwick. 185007 exciting, but it’s an unknown for us.” On the recruitment and list strategy “We’ve retained basically everyone, and got them on board straight away which is great – once we had the opportunity to look at what we have, we were then lucky in recruiting. With the salary cap and the unknown, it was challenging. We’ve tried to recruit what we need, and then we’ve got guys back and a few young guys in too. What we wanted, we got.” First five games: vs Noble Park (17 April), vs Rowville (24 April), vs Balwyn (1 May), vs North Ringwood (8 May), vs Doncaster (22 May) More: What a mighty challenge 2021 presents to this south east powerhouse, who for so many years have been a revered force across

the region. A new league – one seen as the benchmark for Victorian community football – as well as new opponents, conditions and expectations make for one mouth-watering opportunity. There’s much anticipation and focus on the Wickers heading into its first season in the Premier Division after winning three flags since 2015, and with new coach Clint Evans steering the ship, there is growing confidence that the group can do some damage and really push itself against the likes of Vermont, Blackburn, Balwyn and many more powerful clubs. A round one blockbuster against Noble Park – the Wickers’ closest Eastern rival – will make for spectacular viewing for a variety of reasons, with the 17 April clash expecting to draw a monster crowd at the picturesque Ed-

win Flack Reserve. Understanding the need to tinker with the list slightly after 2019’s runnersup finish to Narre Warren and the power of the Eastern league, Evans has set about bringing back some former premiership heroes to the club, as well as lock away almost all of its champion list. Headlining the list of returnees/recruits is star ex-skipper Bryce Rutherford, one of the south east’s most dominant midfielders, important defender Michael Riseley who played with Woori Yallock in 2019, as well as forward Trent Thomas. Anthony Vella and Anthony Burr are also two huge additions to the Wickers after joining the club via Noble Park, but played at Cranbourne in 2019. Vella in particular is pure class with ball in hand and an elite runner who will add another element of speed and dare to the Wickers. One of the Wickers’ major strengths will be its midfield group, headlined by Bryce Rutherford, Madi Andrews, Travis Tuck, Anthony Vella and many more, while the forward and backlines are unbelievably stable and possess a strong mix of power and running ability. After kicking 64 goals in 2019, and 56 in 2018, Harry Money is another to keep an eye on. He’s a handful for opposition defenders because of his ability overhead plus his speed at ground level and is sure to relish the challenge of playing on Eastern’s defenders after a couple of dominant seasons. The likes of Tim Gunn, Jo West, Tom Brennan and Bailey Asher are also unheralded stars who are also vitally important to the side’s fortunes. After missing 2019 with a knee injury, skipper Luke Sheppard is basically a new recruit for the club and is a genuine line-breaking player capable of tearing the game apart. The Wickers will certainly feel the loss of Lucas Jellyman-Turner, but feel it has plenty of depth and kids coming through to cover the speedster’s departure. It won’t be an easy opening month of the season for Evans’ group, with the Bulls to open the season, before Rowville (fourth in 2019) and Balwyn (second in 2019) in consecutive weeks, but one thing is for certain, the Wickers won’t take a backwards step. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

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Brookers ready to excite By Nick Creely Gembrook Cockatoo expects each round to bring different challenges, but is confident it has what it takes to do some damage in the AFL Outer East’s Division 1 competition in 2021. The Brookers are up from Division 2 – where it placed fourth in 2019 – and understand just what is coming as they gear up for Division 2 reigning premiers Seville on Saturday 17 April. “It’s good to get Seville first up being a team we played last year, it’ll be a good gauge of where both of us are at,” Brookers coach Brad Coller said. “It’s good because we respect the unfurling of their flag a little bit more than if they were playing another side, so we’ll pay our respects to that, it’s a good achievement, and that’s where we want to get to.” Coller said that his developing group was itching to get back into the swing of competitive football after a year off. “We’ve got such a young side, everyone’s kind of jumping out of their skin to get going,” he said.

“It’d be a bit different if you were an older team where they probably appreciate that time away. “But our guys are just hanging out to play to be honest. We can’t wait.” The Brookers have secured the majority of its 2019 playing list once again, with just a handful of names departing the club – such as ex-AFL pair Hamish McIntosh and Tarkyn Lockyer – but Coller expects the senior core to stand up, and talented youngsters around the club to take the next step. The Brookers’ under 18 side in 2019 was also unbelievably impressive, winning 11 games and making a semi-final in promising signs for the future. But the Brookers have secured the signature of one serious local footy name – ex-Berwick champion and premiership skipper Michael Harold. Multiple best and fairests, four premierships, interleague matches – the midfield star is a serious addition to the division this season. He’ll be a handful and a half for opposition

players and coaches. Coller said that the club was absolutely thrilled to welcome in Mick after a couple of years off football, not just from an on-field perspective, but the standards he’ll set off-field too. “I went and watched him when he was winning flags for Berwick, he’s always been a champion bloke too and an incredible player so its massive for us,” he said. “He came to training to run one of our fitness sessions, and then after training he said ‘I wouldn’t mind having a run’, and I nearly fell over because I tried to get him in ’19 when I started. “So he came to me which was really good – Mick’s a great leader, he was captain there (at Berwick) for a reason and played some great footy for a long period of time. “For our young list, he’ll be great, and he’ll help us develop even more with the likes of Spud (Michael Firrito) and a few others as well.” The Brookers have also added Brayden

Weller from Cora Lynn and Tyler Joosten from Nar Nar Goon, as well as welcomed back Braden Wood from Emerald. With the Brookers to kick off its season in a matter of days, Coller said that he expects Division 1 to be remarkably competitive, and one where you simply can’t drop the ball at any stages. “I look at three competitions (in 2019) and I think Division One was the most even,” he said. “Both Premier and Div 2 had two or three really quality sides and then it sort of fell away, whereas Div 1, I know from speaking to a few guys involved, you rock up every week not knowing if you’ll win or lose. “It’ll be similar this year, both Seville and us have improved – Berwick Springs is probably the unknown, starting from scratch will be tough, but they have some good juniors coming through so hopefully they’re up to it. “But it’ll be even, Monbulk and Officer probably are the benchmark, but we like to think we’ll be really, really competitive.”

The true heart and soul of Lang Lang By David Nagel The long and proud history of the Lang Lang Football Club is now proudly on display after the Good Friday launch of a new book titled ‘Heart and Soul’. Author Bob Utber and his assistant Lachie Barwick take readers on the long journey back to the late 1800’s when a meeting was held to form a football club. From there, many great players have passed through the change rooms at the Lang Lang Showgrounds – a place the club has called home since its inception in 1900. “Any organisation that has a history as

long as the Lang Lang Football Club deserves to have it on display,” Utber says in his introduction. “I am a great believer in the history of all organisations. Far too often we have neglected our past when it comes to history. “Today’s participants just take it for granted that there has always been a club and are not inclined to delve in to the past but their enjoyment comes from many, many years of hard work and commitment by others.” Utber acknowledged the wonderful contribution that Barwick had made to the publication.

“It was a real surprise when Lachie rang me a couple of years ago to discuss the history of the Lang Lang Football Club,” Utber said. “His passion urged me on to write the book with wonderful statistical information from him. Many thanks Lachie, the club will be forever grateful.” Copies of ‘Heart and Soul’ – A history of the Lang Lang Football Club can be purchased for $40 by contacting Bob Utber at sportweb@net2000.com.au or by purchasing direct from the Bendigo Community Bank in Lang Lang.

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Batt to the future By David Nagel Lang Lang legends Greg and Rod Batt played in an era where it was important to be ruthless and show very little emotion on the football field. It was almost a case of hit-or-be-hit in the ‘70s and ‘80s when the Batt brothers plied their trade for their beloved Tigers. Showing emotion – well it just wasn’t considered the done thing. But even these two tough guys were hit in the heart on Friday as the Lang Lang Football Club hosted its official function to launch its brand new facility on Soldiers Road. “There’s no argument about it, there is definitely an emotional feeling about it all and we couldn’t be happier for the club to be honest,” Rod said, standing shoulder to shoulder with his brother, just as they did in their playing days. “I never thought this day would come to be honest and it’s sensational to be here and see this. The car park is full and you can’t ask for any more than that.” The Batt name is synonymous with Lang Lang, with Fred Batt awarded life membership in 1975 before his son Rod received the ultimate recognition in 1988. Rod’s son Kurt is widely regarded as the greatest ever player at the club. Greg Batt remembers a tough learning experience growing up playing at the Lang Lang showgrounds. “It was a pretty tough era back then, you learnt the hard way, but we had an older brother who was playing in the seniors and he looked after us pretty well until we learnt to look after ourselves,” Greg said. “Col Jones, Titch Risdale, they were tough buggers, and Greg Thom showed no mercy for anyone who got in his road. They had our backs but you wouldn’t turn your back on them if you were the opposition, a few of them got up to mischief. “They looked after us and it was enjoyable, we always felt at home at the football club.” Greg said he hoped the new facility would have the same impact on potential recruits as it had on him on Friday.

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State titles on the line at Nyora By Dean Thompson From left, Rod and Greg Batt were all smiles at Lang Lang’s first-ever home game at Soldiers Road. 233316 “It might sound funny but seeing this facility and what they’ve got today just makes you want to go out and play football again,” he said. “Surely it’s going to attract some quality players and make the club as a whole even stronger.” The Tigers are currently in the midst of one of the longest premiership droughts in Australian football, with their last senior title coming all the way back in 1936. The next premiership promises to be one of the more stunning chapters in the storied history of the region.

“We went close a couple of times but were never quite good enough,” Rod explained. “I’ve heard guys that have gone before us, parents and old players and the like, and they’ve dreamed that one day we could do it. “Now I’m in the same boat, hoping my sons could do it - and that’s gone past now - and now they’ll be dreaming of the next generation doing it. It would be a never ending party if it happens and a lot of tears will be shed.” The Batt’s showing emotion about their football club – that’s now considered the done thing.

Crazy drivers in a war on wheels at Drouin Drouin Speedway will host the crazy racers from the Crash and Bash Association this Sunday in what will be an action-packed event for the expected big crowd in attendance. Racers will try to inflict damage on each other as they try to get to the finish line first and ensure everybody else does not. Over 25 competitors will do battle in the open class Crash and Bash – a war on wheels -including the Sgroi brothers, the George family, the Leeson brothers, Rob Disher, the Miles family, Jason Judd, Richard Lewandowski, Craig McKendry, and the dastardly best mates Andrew Corlett and James Kane. It is always difficult to choose a winner in the class as almost anything goes, however one thing is for sure, the driver who is the smartest tactically will come out on top. Expect cars to hit tyres, concrete, each other - and let’s just hope they avoid the ambulance! The Crash and Bash girls will also be at it on ‘Drive for Yarnie’ race day with Lea Judd - who recently won at Daylesford - the favourite going into Sunday. The likes of Sarah Price, Kath George, and Bianca Brown will be keen to take victory away from her this time around. The Junior Standard Saloon competitors will be back to finish off their feature event final from the previous race meeting in the Junior Jam. After that is over they will compete in Sunday’s racing with the likes of Jack Yeomans, Harry and Owen Cecil, Nathan and Maddison Miles, Cody Drennan and Hunter Carey all competing. Harry Cecil is on pole position for the Junior Jam as top qualifier and Yeomans in his first season of seniors will be keen to win as his junior career winds up. Standard Saloons will have over 30 competitors, continuing the run of incredible family day race fields that have been hosted at Drouin. 22 STAR NEWS

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It will be a war on wheels at Drouin this Sunday with the crazy Crash and Bash drivers set to battle it out. 233625 Jeff Blencowe, Leigh Gooding, Daniel Walkinshaw, Mitchell Blencowe, Andrew Cormack, Matt Leek, Victor Benson, and Darwyn Lee are just some of the racers that could figure in the run to the chequered flag. Ladies Standard Saloon action is also on the schedule. Sharlene Laidlaw, Kate Stuchbery and Rebecca Glassborow are some of the drivers who will be keen to chalk up victory.

Gates open from 8.30am. Racing starts at 11am. Entry will cost $15 for an adult, aged and invalid Pensioner and Children 12 to 16yrs is $10 and Children under 12 years of age are free. A family ticket for two adults and two children aged 12 to 16 will cost $40. General enquiries can be made to 0422 289 133

Nyora Raceway will give fans not one, but two Victorian titles on the same night this Saturday. The Victorian title race for Speedway Sedans - Victoria Junior Sedan competitors in up to 1500cc engine powered race cars - whilst the Victorian Speedway Council Sports Sedans will also compete for their state title on the same night. Also for the first time in years, the Formula 500s are appearing at the ‘Bullring’ for adults and juniors and the event is also supported by the Ladies Standard Saloons. The best of the best in Victorian Junior Sedan racing will line-up in the Speedway Sedans Victorian Junior title with many of the cars that have already been competing at the track among those to watch out for. Carter Metcalfe from Mildura is coming to Nyora for the first time, and so far on results he has been one of only two drivers matching it with winning drivers such as Jayden Bryant and Linken Paterson, the other being Jaxson Vella another who is also in the field. Alexandra and Nyora registered race drivers make up much of the field and local competitors such as the Barton Family, Matilda Farrell, Jessica O’Donnell, Bryce Leek, Rowdy Andreatta, Riley Taylor and others fill up a healthy list of entrants. In the Sports Sedan title race Victorian champion and Nyora member Jamie Paull leads the nominations. The lineup is a cracker and we could pencil in half the field for a potential win with all things going right for them. Some of the drivers to watch though include Officer’s Dale Morrison, Pakenham’s Damien Miller a former champion, Ricky Cornwall, Warrick Taylor from Cranbourne, Tristan McGraw, David Donegan, Lee Beach from Ferntree Gully and Andrew Jordan. Nyora has a great number of competitors in the class all looking for a home track advantage and a top result. Troy Glassborow, Jayde and Chris Aarts, Matt Reddecliffe, Simon Bent and Cameron Dike are some of those racers. All the action on Saturday starts from 4.00pm whilst the gate will be open for public from around 11am for entry. The cost is great value at $20 for an adult, kids 12 to 16 are $10 each whilst all other children are free. Pensioners are $10 and a family ticket of two adults and two kids 12-16 is $50. For all enquiries call 0429 847 888. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au

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