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Ambos ‘broken’ By Eleanor Wilson Ambulance services in the South East appear to be more stretched than ever, amid claims an elderly woman was left waiting several hours for an ambulance after she fell down a set of stairs at Village Cinemas in Fountain Gate Shopping Centre on Tuesday 24 May. Bystander Rhondda Strafford said she went to the cinema with her husband on Tuesday afternoon when she noticed a woman was being tended to by passers-by. “She was conscious and sitting up and it looked like they had an ice pack on her neck or something,” Mrs Strafford said. Upon leaving the movie session approximately two hours later, Mrs Strafford said the woman remained in the same position. “Nothing had changed and I just felt so sorry for her,” Mrs Strafford said. “You sort of, in naivety, think if something happens you ring an ambulance and you’ll get seen to, but obviously at the moment this is not the case.” The woman’s daughter confirmed to Star News her mother, who is nearly 80 years old, missed the last few steps of the stairs, sustaining a fracture on her cheek, laceration to her eye socket and severe bruising to her clavicle, shoulder, femur and fibula. Despite Village Cinema staff and family members ringing an ambulance several times, the woman, who would like to remain anonymous, remained at the base of the stairs for four hours. The woman’s daughter said Village staff were “incredible” during this time, providing
the woman with pillows, blankets and attending to her cuts. With the woman’s condition deteriorating, at 7:30pm her son and daughter-in-law, who work as a nurse and hospital consultant respectively, made the decision to drive her to the hospital. “She could’ve had a bleed on her brain, she could have broken her neck, we really didn’t know but we felt we had no choice but to drive her because she was in a lot of pain and we had no idea when an ambulance would arrive,” the woman’s daughter said. The elderly woman faced an additional 10hour wait at two separate South east hospitals, with her daughter claiming she did not receive treatment until 5:30 the next morning - 14 hours after she sustained the injury. “Honestly it’s not [the paramedic’s] fault, but something needs to be fixed, it is a broken system,” the woman’s daughter said. “I just feel for anyone in that position, it’s just horrible seeing someone you love in pain like that.” In a statement, Ambulance Victoria confirmed paramedics were called to an incident at Narre Warren on Tuesday afternoon. “We take seriously our commitment to providing the best care for every patient, and understand that the time waiting would have been frustrating for those at the scene,” an Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said. “Ambulance resources are allocated based on clinical need and prioritised to the sickest patients, particularly those with life-threatening conditions.” Continued page 5
Three-year-old Ariba enjoys a cupcake at Oakgrove Community Centre’s Australia’s Biggest Picture: GARY SISSONS Morning Tea. 281950
Tucking in for good cause Dining rooms across the City of Casey adopted a splash of yellow this month, as communities gathered for the Cancer Council’s annual Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. With an endless flow of tea and coffee,
locals opened their mouths to tiers of sweet treats, their ears to heartfelt stories, and their wallets to raise thousands for cancer research and support. Story pages 16 and 17
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Rid your home of unwanted toxic household chemicals for FREE at Sustainability Victoria’s drive-through Detox Your Home event. Held at Chisholm Cranbourne TAFE, 2 New Holland Drive in Cranbourne from 8.30 am to 3.00 pm on Saturday 25 June.
Warm up your winter and experience the rich arts and culture on offer across Casey at the 2022 Winter Arts Festival. Held from 11 June to 31 July, the Festival features more than 50 events and a mix of workshops, indoor and outdoor performances, musicals, dance, talks and exhibitions held at a range of venues across Casey. There’s something for all ages and many of the events are free or low cost.
This year also marks the 20th anniversary of the Festival and the most ambitious public offering yet — the Casey Cornucopia, a 24-day mini-festival that will see Bunjil Place transformed into an immersive garden showcasing the heritage of Casey’s foodways and the best produce in the region.
You will be able to dispose of a variety of items, including cleaning products, pool chemicals and pesticides, cosmetics, paint, garden fertilisers, rat poison and much more. All collected items will either be recycled, repurposed or disposed of safely. For more information and to register, please visit our website.
For more information about events and bookings, visit the Winter Arts Festival page on our website.
Multicultural Womens’ Footy Program Learn footy — Australia's favourite game — in this introductory program designed for women and girls of all ages, abilities, cultures and skill levels.
Register for kindergarten in 2023 Kindergarten is the first important step in a child’s education journey and provides a strong foundation for children on their way to entering school. The City of Casey has kindergarten sessions for three and four-year-old children, with indoor and outdoor programs that stimulate children’s learning and development, and highly qualified educators who tailor programs unique to their community.
The fun, free program will be led by expert coaches on Friday evenings from 5.00 pm across six weeks from 17 June at Casey Fields in Cranbourne East. Professional childminders will also be on-site. Plus, you'll receive free tickets for your family to watch an AFL game at the MCG, complimentary AFLW membership and lots more! For more information and to register your interest, please visit our website.
If your child is born between: •
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1 May 2018 – 30 April 2019 they are eligible to register for four-year-old kindergarten in 2023
Registration is free and can be done via the kindergarten parent portal on our website.
South Gippsland Highway proposed speed limit change We are proposing to reduce the speed limit from 80km/h to 60km/h on the higher speed sections of the South Gippsland Highway through to the Cranbourne Activity Centre. The proposed reduced speed limit between Camms Road and Clarendon Street and just south of Codrington Street to Cameron Street in Cranbourne,
Book your flu shot today As the weather gets colder and we continue to return to normal levels of activity, now is the time to get your flu shot from your doctor or pharmacist.
will provide a more appropriate and consistent speed limit through the Activity Centre. .
Vaccination against the flu is the key to protecting yourself and those around you. It’s safe, effective and it saves lives.
Please visit our community consultation website Casey Conversations to find out more and share your feedback by Monday 13 June.
If you are eligible for a free flu shot under the National Immunisation Program, you can get this at a City of Casey public immunisation session. To check your eligibility, visit the Immunisation Services page on our website.
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Covid vaccination lag worry Health authorities are tackling a lag in Covid vaccine booster rates in parts of the South East. Just 64 per cent of eligible City of Casey residents have had their third shot, according to national health department statistics as of 25 May. In Greater Dandenong, the rate is 65 per cent and Cardinia Shire, 66 per cent. It’s well short of the 90 per cent-plus rates of double-dose Covid vaccine protection across the South East. Dandenong and Doveton postcodes have the lowest booster rates, with less than 50 per cent, while Narre Warren North and Narre Warren East also trail with less than 55 per cent of residents boosted. At the other end of the scale, Clyde and Clyde North had more than 80 per cent, and Officer more than 75 per cent. In the lead-up to winter, Monash Health is promoting free third – and fourth - shots to bolster waning Covid immunity. Annual flu shots are also recommended to ward off an expected resurgence of the influenza virus. “The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming severely ill this winter is being up to date with your Covid-19 vaccinations, which includes a booster dose if eligible, and having your annual flu vaccination,” Monash Health south-east public health unit director Professor Rhonda Stuart said. “The Covid-19 vaccine and influenza vaccine are separate vaccinations but can safely be administered on the same day at the same appointment.” City of Casey’s manager of connected communities Callum Pattie said the council had been supporting localised pop up Covid vaccination sessions to increase the vaccination
rate and was looking to deliver more in the near future. Mr Pattie also stressed the council was partnering to support culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities to ensure they remained informed about vaccinations. “Through funding provided from the State Government via the CALD Communities Taskforce Project, we are working in partnership with local community leaders, Cardinia Shire Council, City of Greater Dandenong, Monash Health and Enliven Victoria to support CALD communities with the most upto-date information about Covid-19 vaccinations,“ he said. Mr Pattie added there had been hesitancy from some communities about booster shots and paediatric vaccinations. “To help overcome this, we are working with representatives from specific language-speaking communities to provide the latest information about Covid-19 vaccinations, as well as organising health professionals to speak with these communities about vaccinations.“ Flu vaccinations are free for Victorians throughout the month of June. They are available at GPs and pharmacies. Covid vaccine third-doses are available to people aged 16 and over who had their last shot at least three months ago. For eligible people, fourth doses are available four months after their third. The Monash Health vaccination bus will provide free Covid vaccinations at Dandenong Palm Plaza on Fridays 10am-5pm in June. While all Covid vaccine pop-up clinics in Casey are now closed, free vaccines are still available at Sandown Racecourse clinic and James Bathe Community and Sports Hub in Pakenham, as well as at GPs and pharmacies. Details: covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/ booking/
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Free flu shots for everyone With influenza cases on the rise across the state, Victorians aged six months and over are now eligible for a free flu shot, the State Government announced on Tuesday 31 May. Victoria will join New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and South Australia in a month-long flu jab blitz in a bid to stem rising influenza cases. Cases of flu in Victoria have increased by more than 30 per cent in the past week alone from 10,000 to 15,000, after two years of Covid-19 and reduced international travel led to limited immunity to the common winter virus. “This will be the first time in two years that we will face a real flu season – we need all Victorians to roll up their sleeves and help protect their loved ones and our health system by getting vaccinated,” said Health Minister Martin Foley. “Victorians really took up the call to arms when it came to Covid-19 vaccinations, and we know they can do it again.” More than 3000 GP clinics and community pharmacies across Victoria will be invited to offer the free flu vaccinations throughout June as part of a $33 million package. Previously, the flu vaccine was only free
for eligible groups including children under five years, people over 65 years, pregnant women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with increased risk of medical conditions. The Government will reimburse GPs and community pharmacies for flu vaccines that are administered to any Victorians that are not usually eligible for free flu shots – so that immunisation providers can continue to use vaccines that they have already purchased. As part of the push, the Government is also offering $2000 grants to immunisation providers to help them manage the additional demand, such as rostering on more staff and opening for longer hours. There is no interval required between receiving a Covid-19 and flu vaccine. Victorians are encouraged to contact their local GP or community pharmacy to book their free vaccine. Anyone with cold and flu symptoms should get tested for Covid-19 and remain at home until their symptoms have resolved – regardless of whether it turns out to be Covid-19 or flu. People who test positive for Covid-19 must isolate for seven days from the date of their result.
Shaun Grewal, pictured here with daughter Tejal is petitioning to improve safety measures for pedestrians and motorists along the busy highway. Picture: ROB CAREW
Call for safe crossing By Eleanor Wilson A local constituent is calling on the State Government to make a notorious intersection safer for pedestrians and motorists. Shaun Grewal, who lives in Berwick, is petitioning with Gembrook MP Brad Battin to install a set of traffic lights at the intersection of the Princes Highway and Coniston Avenue, near Wilson Botanic Park. Mr Grewal said he moved to the area about a year ago and was shocked to see there were no traffic lights between Wilson Botanic Park and the highway, which sees thousands of cars each day travelling at speeds of 80 kilometres per hour. “In the short time I have lived here I have seen a number of near misses, ” Mr Grewal said. “Especially for elderly people who cannot speed up to cross the road, they are relying on the cars to slow down. “I also noticed there is a bus stop on either side of the highway so even school kids are risking their lives everyday.” From the intersection of the highway and Wilson Botanic Park, the nearest set of traffic lights is 700 metres in either direction, says Mr Grewal. In 2017, former City of Casey mayor and councillor Mick Morland was hit and killed by a car as he crossed the busy thoroughfare on his evening walk. Gembrook MP Brad Battin said the discussion to install a set of traffic lights at the intersection began shortly after Mr Morland’s passing. “I met up with Kay Morland and we thought we’d go and ask around the area and there were a few issues that were raised,“ he said. “William Road, Coniston Avenue and York Road along the Princes Highway were the intersections that caused the greatest concern.“ Mr Morland’s wife Kay said she is grateful and excited about the prospect of the petition coming to fruition. “At the time [of Mr Morland’s death] I want-
Former Casey councillor and two-time mayor Mick Morland. ed to do something but it was all too much, so I’m really grateful that someone has taken it up,“ she said. In order to be presented to Parliament by Mr Battin, the petition needs at least 500 signatures from locals. Mr Grewal, along with his wife and nineyear-old daughter Tejal, have already letterdropped over 900 flyers in the local area to promote the petition. He said the petition has gained quite a lot of attention, both from residents in support of the plan to install traffic lights and others who believed alternate methods which do not disrupt the flow of traffic would be better suited to the area. “You have to think about the logistics of it, an underpass is very expensive and it is not a sufficient location for an overpass, so having lights is the only economic and cost effective way to have a safer crossing there,” Mr Grewal said. Mr Battin agreed a set of traffic lights would be the “most likely outcome” for the location. To sign the petition, head to bit.ly/3NIKkgP
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Projects for a safer place Public safety upgrades in Linden Place and Aboriginal Gathering Place in Doveton have been unveiled. Linden Place recently had new lighting, safety railings, parking barriers and murals installed to increase community safety. The project also upgraded the shopping strip, picnic area, basketball space and playground to increase natural surveillance. In the second project, local Aboriginal artist Ian Harrison created two murals at the Aboriginal Gathering Place. The murals featured traditional dot paintings, animals and boomerangs. “We’re supporting the South-Eastern suburbs with funding for important safety upgrades, and support for grassroots organisations so they can continue their incredible work helping others,” Crime Prevention Minister Natalie Hutchins said during a visit to Linden Place on 27 May. “Each of these investments helps bring together community members to support each other and run programs to increase community safety.” The State Government had granted more than $87,000 to Casey Council for the upgrades. City of Casey Chair of Administrators Noelene Duff said a real difference had been made to the “look, feel and accessibility” of the shops, alleyway, and the Aboriginal Gathering Place. “The upgrades incorporate principles designed to reduce crime and improve personal safety, due in part to the valuable input of Victoria Police, who undertook safety audits to help pinpoint risks and make recommendations. “These works are a fine example of Council partnering with the State Government
Doveton-Eumemmerring Township Association’s Sean Balfour, Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff, Crime Prevention Minister Natalie Hutchins, Aunty Elaine Taylor, Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams and Casey Council CEO Glenn Patterson at the Aboriginal Gathering Place murals. towards great outcomes for our community.” Ms Hutchins also visited the Springvalebased Afri-Aus Care, which runs the successful Ubuntu Empowering Mothers project in the South East. The project has received more than $1 mil-
lion from the Government, with funding extended for a second year. It worked with more than 100 mothers to connect them with vital employment and support services. Somaliland Union of Victoria, which re-
ceived a state-funded Youth Engagement Grant, was also visited by Ms Hutchins. The group connects young people in Greater Dandenong with community and culture, and helps develop skills and resilience to lead successful lives.
Casey libraries partner with ASRC for food drive By Eleanor Wilson Throughout the month of June, Casey Cardinia Libraries is encouraging locals to drop in a can of food or two for its annual food drive. Partnering with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre’s Foodbank, which feeds around 1000 people, the drive aims to collect non-perishable goods for refugees in need. In Australia, people with refugee status often have limited income and working rights, making them vulnerable to food insecurity. Casey Cardinia Libraries customer experience officer Sam Benton originally suggested the food drive as a way to promote and support Refugee Week, which runs in the month of June. Ms Benton said she hopes the second annual food drive would be bigger and better than ever. “Last year was tricky because we were in lockdown for more than half of June, so what we did collect was very generous,” she said. “We’ve got a fantastic community.”
Despite the logistical restrictions, last year’s drive managed to collect 13 boxes of food supplies for refugees. The libraries are welcoming donations of the following items: Tuna in oil 400g. Tinned tomatoes 400g. Honey small bottles. Raw unsalted nuts almonds, walnuts, cashews. Spices small packs cumin, turmeric, chilli. Coconut cream. Sweet and savoury biscuits. Dried fruit apricots, dates. Peanut butter. Jam. Full cream UHT milk 1 litre. Deodorant. Disposable razors. Shampoo and conditioner. Laundry power max 1kg. Dishwashing liquid 1 litre.
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Battin slams state By Eleanor Wilson The Andrews Labor Government’s handling of the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) has seen families “pushed into a corner” as a result of their under performance, according to Emergency Services Shadow Minister Brad Battin. On Tuesday 24 May, the Melbourne law firm Slater and Gordon announced it was investigating a class action against the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA), which is responsible for answering triple-zero calls in Victoria and dispatching medical care to critically injured and ill patients. It comes after a review by former Victoria Police chief commissioner Graham Ashton found at least 12 Victorians, including children, have died since October while waiting for an ambulance. Mr Battin said he “feels for the families” wrapped up in the class action investigation. “The simple answer is the government has admitted they effectively pushed ESTA to arms length and weren’t communicating with them properly,” he said. The law firm’s own investigations suggest that thousands of other emergency callers have experienced avoidable and unacceptable delays in their calls being answered, as well as delays in ambulances being dispatched. It is investigating whether those who have been let down by ESTA’s call handling services are entitled to compensation.
Slater and Gordon are investigating a class action against the Emergency Services Telecommunication Authority, who are responsible for dispatching meidcal care to critically injured or ill patients. 270010 Following Mr Ashton’s review, which put forward 20 recommendations to overhaul ESTA, the government announced it would disband ESTA’s board and rebrand it as Triple Zero Victoria. But Mr Battin argued emergency service organisations held concern about ESTA’s ca-
pabilities for years, yet the State Government “chose to do nothing about it” until now. “They were made aware of it and the government made the decision to ignore that for so many years,” Mr Battin said. Slater and Gordon class actions Senior Associate Gemma Leigh-Dodds said systemic failures in how ESTA has run its core call answering and dispatch operations dated back to 2014. “ESTA’s critical role means its shortcomings are not just unfortunate, we believe they have led to multiple deaths and injuries that could have been prevented,” she said. This year’s State Budget included a record $333 million to recruit and train an additional 400 ESTA staff, build a better support and surge capability for busy times, provide further well being support to look after front line workers, and support further IT and security system upgrades. “Our dedicated call-takers, dispatchers and other staff at ESTA have worked tirelessly to support Victorians in the face of sustained, unprecedented pandemic-related call volumes – we cannot thank them enough,” said a Victorian Government spokesperson in a statement. The State Government has accepted all of Ashton’s 20 recommendations “in principle” and said five of the recommendations were already being implemented. “We really want to get this right. We need to take the time,” Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes told reporters last Thursday.
Teens charged on day one of operation Seven teenagers from the South East, including a 13-year-old from Hallam and five on bail conditions, have been arrested and charged following a series of aggravated burglaries earlier this week. The arrests come on the first day of Operation Ibis, with police targeting motor vehicle theft, aggravated burglary, and assault offences in the Glen Eira Bayside area. Police were called to a report of a home invasion on Yuille Street in Brighton about 3.15am on Tuesday 24 May, where it was alleged multiple offenders gained entry to the house and stole personal items before disturbing the occupants and fleeing the scene. A short time later, multiple offenders allegedly entered a house on Sussex Street in Brighton East at about 3.30am, leaving with personal property, before a further series of alleged thefts from motor vehicles in the Brighton area, police said. Police were then called to Chelsea Street in Brighton after a stolen car crashed into a tree about 4am. One teenage boy was arrested at the scene and the other six were arrested nearby. Police seized a large kitchen knife and a flick knife during the arrests. It is alleged the home invasions are linked and police are continuing to investigate other offences in the area. A 15-year-old Cranbourne North boy has
been charged with multiple counts of home invasion, aggravated burglary, attempted aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft from motor vehicle, theft of motor vehicle, possession of a controlled weapon, committing an indicatable offence while on bail and unlicensed driving. A 15-year-old Cranbourne West boy has been charged with multiple counts of home invasion, aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft from and theft of a motor vehicle. A 16-year-old Hallam boy has been charged with multiple counts of home invasion, aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft from motor vehicle, attempted theft of motor vehicle, committing an indictable offence while on bail and the handling of stolen goods. A 15-year-old Doveton boy has been charged with multiple counts of home invasion, aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft of motor vehicle, theft from motor vehicle, possession of equipment to steal, possession of a controlled weapon and committing an indictable offence while on bail. A 13-year-old Hallam boy has been charged with home invasion, aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft from motor vehicle, attempted theft from motor vehicle, theft of motor vehicle and committing an indictable offence while on bail.
A 15-year-old Doveton boy has been charged with the possession of a drug of dependence, trespass and committing an indictable offence whilst on bail. A 14-year-old Springvale boy has been charged with multiple counts of home invasion, aggravated burglary, theft, attempted aggravated home invasion, theft of motor vehicle, trafficking a drug of dependence, possession of a drug of dependence, dealing with the proceeds of crime and committing an indictable offence while on bail. Glen Eira Bayside Local Area Commander, Inspector Cath Wilkins said police will use “every power and intelligence source we have” to keep potential offenders from causing harm to the community, including Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology, the Air Wing and other police departments as part of the operation. “Operation Ibis has already sent a strong message to anyone seeking to break into people’s houses or vehicles with all seven alleged offenders now to face court,” Inspector Wilkins said. “We want to reassure our residents, that anyone threatening the safety of our community, will be held to account for their actions. “To assist with deterring youth offenders, we ask homeowners to lock their vehicles, homes and garages and to report any suspicious behaviour or vehicles to police.”
It is understood the woman took a tumble down the stairs inside the cinema at Fountain Gate. Picture: ELEANOR WILSON
Wait too long for fall patient From page 1 The elderly woman remains in hospital, recovering from the fall, and will be dependent on a walking frame for the next few weeks. She has also tested positive for Covid, which her daughter believes she may have contracted after waiting for hours in the emergency department alongside other sick patients. The claims add to an increasing emergency care crisis throughout the state, which has recorded consistently long wait times for ambulances and at hospital emergency departments in recent months. A recent review by former chief commissioner Graham Ashton found since October at least 15 Victorians, including children, have died while waiting for an ambulance. On Thursday night Victorian ambulance services were forced to call a code red after it was faced with extreme demand, with a backlog of as many as 70 patients at one point in the night. The code red was called around 1am on Friday 27 May, coinciding with a technological crash of the CAD (computer aided dispatch) system which made allocating ambulances even more difficult. In metropolitan Melbourne, patients were told not to call an ambulance unless it was an emergency.
It is alleged ambulance services took several hours to attend to an injured elderly woman at Fountain Gate Shopping Centre.
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Teens nabbed Protective Services Officers have arrested three teens at Cranbourne Railway Station after they were made aware of a robbery that took place earlier in the night. Police said a 20-year-old Cranbourne East man was on a bus from Cranbourne Railway Station about 6.30pm on Monday 30 May when a group of six to eight teenage boys boarded the bus and approached the victim. They allegedly demanded the victim’s wallet and phone before assaulting him and stealing his earphones. The victim managed to get off the bus, returned home and reported the matter to police. At roughly 7.40pm Protective Services Officers at Cranbourne Station, who were aware the robbery had taken place, observed a group of teens matching the description of those involved in the bus incident. They arrested a 13-year-old Narre Warren boy, a 15-year-old Cranbourne West boy and a 16-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy and allegedly located property belonging to the victim. The teens are currently assisting police with their enquiries while the investigation into the incident continues. Anyone with information, who witnessed the incident or with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
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The City of Casey has decided to close the carpark at Joan Phillips Reserve in Endeavour Hills in early June in an effort to counter dangerous and anti-social behaviour at the site. The decision left some of our readers unimpressed, and they voiced their frustrations on our Facebook page. Louise Blackman: So obviously it is of value to many rate paying locals, so fix the problem by making it bigger and get the police to patrol the area. We all pay taxes for council and police services. Chris Sargeant: Time to bring back elected
officials who live in the area. Ruth Ann: So the rest of us have to miss out on looking at the city lights at night. I loved taking my kids up there at night to see the lights. Do the council seriously think a no standing sign during evening hours will counter the anti-social behaviour? Are they sending out parking inspectors out there at night? I can’t believe they wasted ratepayers’ money on the signs. Here is an idea - why don’t the council be proactive rather than reactive and work with the local police and request regular patrols so they rest of us can get to enjoy the view and keep our community safe?
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SOCIALLY SPEAKING Newly elected Holt MP Cassandra Fernando will make history as the first Sri Lankan-born member of Australian Parliament. Peter McKill said on Facebook that he was pleased to see more diversity in Federal Parliament. It is terrific to see more women in parliament. Personally I don’t think there are enough. The women that have just been elected have huge amounts of life experience that we need in government. Too many of the males seem to come from narrow backgrounds with no real understanding of the needs and wants of the general population.
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To the Essendon Football Club choosing to undertake an internal review of the football department. Nothing is going to change until they get some fresh voices and ideas involved.
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Thumbs down To the trickle of water that doesn’t end up in your glass when you pour the kettle, forcing you to wipe down the bench afterwards.
Thumbs down To mechanics who put their unsolicited business stickers on your car
Thumbs down To people who ask you a question on a Messenger platform when the information is freely available online for them to find themselves.
Thumbs up To new lanes opening on the Monash Freeway this week.
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Children visiting Casey Cardinia Libraries can pick up their very own membership card, featuring the library’s newest friend Sid the Sloth. Until Friday 29 July, children who sign up for a free Casey Cardinia Libraries membership will receive their own Sid the Sloth library card, library bag, colouring sheet and bookmark. The bookmark can be brought back each library visit for a Sid the Sloth stamp and when three stamps are received, kids can redeem a free Sid the Sloth badge. Casey Cardinia Libraries chief executive officer Beth Luppino hoped the initiative would
inspire a new generation of lifelong library members. “A free library membership opens the door to endless possibilities for your child – building confidence in reading, education and fun for every age and stage,” she said. “I have vivid memories of visiting our local library as a child and treasuring the opportunity to choose my own books and reading adventures. “Your child can enjoy the same opportunities, with their very own Sid the Sloth library card and bag.” The campaign also includes a chance to win a voucher for Gumbuya World or a toy voucher. Families who join up can submit their entry at cclc.vic.gov.au/sidthesloth/
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Remorseless rapist jailed By Cam Lucadou-Wells A Doveton security alarm worker has been jailed for raping his girlfriend’s younger sister after she’d requested help to get into her home. Ibrar Hussaini, 26, was found guilty of rape and two counts of sexual assault by a County Court of Victoria jury in March 2022. In March 2019, the victim, a 19-year-old nursing student on holiday from overseas, messaged Hussaini for help after accidentally locking herself out of her sister’s house in Narre Warren South. She and Hussaini were alone when he unlocked the house and she rejected his offer of a massage. He then lifted her up, carried her towards a sofa and raped her on the floor. After being confronted by his girlfriend
hours later, Hussaini attended Dandenong police station to say he was about to be accused of rape and wanted to make a statement. In his denial to police, he claimed the sex was consensual but gave no further comment, sentencing judge Sandra Davis said on 31 May. After he was charged in late 2019, he told the victim’s cousin that the victim had been curious about sex. He gave her a massage and it led to the consensual act, he had claimed. Judge Davis said the jury rejected Hussaini’s version of events, instead believing several witness testimonies, mobile phone records and a “powerful” victim impact statement. In her statement, the complainant said her life had completely changed and she was in “constant hell” since the attack three years ago.
She suffered suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety and flashbacks. She felt “ruined” and “not worthy of living anymore”. Judge Davis noted the attack was “devastating” to the victim both psychologically and socially. The victim had been forced to endure cross-examination during trial, while Hussaini showed no evidence of remorse. He’d taken advantage of her needing to get inside her sister’s house, he’d physically overpowered her and put her at risk of an STD by not using a condom. In mitigation, Judge Davis noted the Hussaini’s profound childhood trauma and violence, as well as his prior good character. A Hazara refugee who was born in Pakistan, he fled from persecution to Australia by boat after his brother and father were killed
by terrorist bombings. Arriving at Christmas Island, he’d languished in detention for four years until released on a safe haven visa. He required therapy for PTSD, adjustment disorder and a major depressive disorder, making him likely to suffer greater than most in prison, Judge Davis noted. He was also facing an uncertain future in Australia. His rehabilitation prospects were “reasonable”, with his “admirable” recent completion of an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice and his marriage this year. Hussaini was jailed for up to seven years, with a non-parole period of five years. It was less than the standard sentence of 10 years. He was not registered as a sex offender given he was unlikely to be a risk to the public.
Two arrested on multiple power tool thefts The screws have been tightened on two Cranbourne residents who have been arrested for allegedly stealing approximately $500,000 worth of power tools following an investigation into a series of thefts across Melbourne’s South East. Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives made the arrests after investigating multiple reports of thefts from vehicles and trailers across the southeast over the last three months. Police alleged the pair were opportunistically targeting unlocked trailers and cars parked at trade sites and shopping centres across multiple suburbs, including Narre Warren, Dandenong, Chadstone, Cheltenham, Frankston, Melbourne and Mornington.
Detective Sergeant David Measham criticised the offences, given the capacity to impact the livelihoods of the victims. “Theft can sometimes seem like a victimless crime, however, the financial pain and burden on victims can far outlast any physical damage caused,” he said. “We have absolutely no hesitation in tracking down and arresting anyone targeting the trade industry.” A 33-year-old Cranbourne man and a 28-year-old Cranbourne woman were arrested on Tuesday 24 May, with police seizing more than 100 power and hand tools, golf clubs, a bike and high-end clothing. Both have been charged with nearly 50 theft-related charges including handling of
stolen goods, going equipped to steal, theft and committing an indictable offence while on bail. They have been remanded to appear before the Dandenong Magistrates Court on 28 June 2022. Anyone with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
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Tell us a fun fact about yourself! I got to work with Snoop Dogg’s merch line a few years ago. What are you most passionate about? Doing my family proud with my artistic endeavours and always trying new creative ventures, be it an art form or new technology. What would your last meal be? My dad’s famous Biryani (extra hot)! What was your most memorable moment? Delivering my daughter Millie in the front seat of our car on the way to the hospital. My wife was/is amazing. What was your favourite subject in school? Loved art, design and working with computers, still love it. What event past or present would you like to witness? Witnessing the UFO mystery in Westall back in 1966. Which three dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? Tupac Shakur, Stan Lee and my kindergarten teacher who told me to pursue art from age four, and I’ve never forgotten that. What are you currently listening to/watching or reading? Watching old Simpsons’ episodes with my son Marshall and reading Spawn comic books. If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook? Would love to create my favourite dessert cassata - though I’d have no idea where to start. Would probably eat it before it hit the plate. Where is your dream holiday destination? Hope to travel all around Canada one day. What were you like as a kid? Very quiet at school - was known in school to write and draw my own comics that I shared around class.
Mark Bernard was announced the winner of the open category at the 2022 Very Short Film Festival at Spring Bay Mill, Tasmania. Picture: SUPPLIED What was your first job? My first job was at Coles Online as a personal shopper - when online shopping was relatively new.
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The lovable dad from the Simpsons, Homer Simpson was born on the 12 May 1956 and was raised by his parents Abraham and Mona Simpson. Homer was named after creator Matt Groening’s father – Homer Groening . In fact, all of the characters on the show, including Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie stemmed from Groening’s family.
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Kindness returned in wigs By Eleanor Wilson A passerby squatted next to Officer woman Gillian Gilbert in Dandenong’s David Street, grabbing her hand tightly as she wept on the nature strip. It was 2013 and Gillian had just walked out of a specialist appointment at Dandenong Hospital. The doctors had found two cancerous tumours in her breasts. They told the then 43-year-old they would “try to get five years out of her”. Tears rolled down her cheeks as she looked the passerby, a Muslim woman, in her eyes, which peeked through a slit in her burqa. “Sometimes bad news isn’t always bad. You just have to find the good. Something good will always come from something bad, you just have to find it,” she told Gillian. “I remember thinking ’yeah right, you have no idea love’,” Gillian recalled. Of course, it hasn’t been an easy journey for the mother of four. Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and countless appointments have meant Gillian spent many years consumed by a horrific diagnosis. In fact, she continues to undergo a 10-year hormone treatment course to keep the cancer at bay. But Gillian, who has worked for many years as a hairdresser and teacher’s aidr, believes she has found the silver lining to her difficult battle - through an unsatisfactory job interview with a wig wholesaler in metropolitan Melbourne. “During the interview, he said ’these women are more worried about losing their hair than the cancer itself’’,“ she recalled with a scowl on her face. “[He said] ’they’ve got no idea about wigs, how much they should be, where to get them from, a bottle of shampoo and conditioner for the wig for $132 each, they’ll buy it if you tell them to’. “[He said] ’sell them the most expensive wig there is because they don’t know any different’.” After the interview, Gillian decided working for “someone like that“ wasn’t for her. “I also decided that if someone with no empathy or anything for women could run a wig shop, then maybe I could too,” she said. Five years down the track and Gillian is the proud owner of Wig Sisters in Officer, empowering women with cancer through functional, practical and affordable wigs and hair care. “It’s really nice for me to see ladies that are
Gillian and Kim in the wig room at Wig Sisters.
Gillian says her small business is the “silver lining” to her breast cancer diagnosis. newly diagnosed and to be able to talk about and empathise with what they’re going through, you know, fix them up with some great looking hair so that they feel fantastic,” she said.
Running the store with the help of her friend and co-worker Kim, Gillian said the best part of her job was seeing her customers return a few months down the track with
new-found confidence. “They bounce in looking for something a bit blingy or something a bit longer or they’ve got a party or a wedding or a birthday or something,” she said. “Every time I see these ladies, I always try to give them that little bit of good among the bad.” Thankfully, Gillian is on a happier, healthier path today. She has a thriving business, offers her spare time to volunteer with the Cancer Council and just welcomed her first grandchild. But she maintains she still thinks about the Muslim woman who stopped to tell her to look on the bright side on one of her darkest days. “I try and say to people, to my ladies that come in, whatever happens, just try to look for something good. I found the good in my bad,” she said. “Every other day I thank the Muslim woman that stopped and told me to look for it, because maybe if she didn’t I wouldn’t have .”
Funding boost for Palliative Care South East service Palliative Care South East’s new Narre Warren facility will benefit from $2 million in funding from the Victorian Health Department. Palliative Care South East (PCSE) provides critical on-site care and support in people’s home, often when the patients and clients are experiencing considerable stress, uncertainty about what lies ahead for them in the immediate future and when their physical health and wellbeing are in decline. The new site at Narre Warren will house consulting rooms and space for allied health to support medical consultations and the service’s early intervention program. In addition, the new wellness centre will support expansion of PCSE patient, client and carer supportive therapy, education and bereavement programs. The $2 million will cover 30 per cent of the overall cost of the building, according to chief executive of PCSE, Kelly Rogerson. She said the contribution would be appreciated by the 40 staff members and 50 volunteers who service the patients and keep the facility running. “The vision is to have a place people could come and gather, and a community hub that could provide specialist palliative care services to promote people living well,” Ms Rogerson said. “We’ll have dedicated counselling rooms and clinical rooms and be able to provide more education and community support berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
Member for Narre Warren North Luke Donnellan with Chief Executive of Palliative Care South East Kelly Rogerson outside the new Narre Warren facility, set to be completed in late 2022. 283860 Picture: MARCUS UHE through our education room. “It is extraordinary and we’re so grateful. It’s a sign of support and recognition for the team.
“We’ve experienced a 63 per cent increase in the last two years in clientele. We’ve been putting resources towards (the new facility) and we haven’t been able to save money on
other things as a result. Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan was proud to welcome such an important service to his electorate, making the move from their previous location in Cranbourne. “All Victorians are entitled to high-quality end of life care that relieves pain and suffering and provides support to family, friends and carers,” Mr Donnellan said. “Palliative Care South East provides critical care for Melbourne’s south east community both on-site and in people’s homes – enabling people to access services as close to home as possible.” The funding announcement coincided with National Palliative Care Week between 22 and 28 May, Australia’s largest annual awareness-raising initiative held to increase understanding of the many benefits of palliative care. The theme of Palliative Care Week this year was It’s your right, in an effort to raise awareness of the rights of all Australians to access high-quality palliative care when and where it was needed. “It’s a great time to have conversations with family about something knew, being open minded to having access to palliative care and supporting and promoting quality of life,” Ms Rogerson said. The new facility at 80 Victor Crescent is expected to be finished by the end of 2022. Thursday, 2 June, 2022
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The Premier meets Indigenous students Lauren and Robert Gittens, and Hayden Cooper in the school’s Indigenous Garden. 283928
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Premier inspects works Students in Cranbourne are just weeks away from having the modern sporting and learning facilities, thanks to an investment from the State Government in Cranbourne Secondary College. Premier Daniel Andrews and Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards were given a tour of the College by principal David Caughey and sports captain Juliana Utuva on Wednesday 1 June to view the new gym and refurbished performing arts centre which will be completed in the coming weeks. This $6.6 million project will give the growing school world-class performing arts facilities as well as a new double-court gymnasium. “With a new gym and upgraded performing arts centre, we’re investing in the facilities Cranbourne students deserve – making sure there’s something for every student’s talents and passions,” the Premier said. This project comes on top of an additional $10 million Labor Government investment to deliver a major upgrade to the school – with a new visual arts facility, refurbished science and technology wing, wellbeing area and careers area, and extensive landscaping to support outdoor learning. Following the tour, the Premier indulged in a morning tea, with a barbecue, scones and Anzac biscuits prepared by VET hospitality students, using Indigenous Australian ingredients grown in the school kitchen’s garden, such as Warragul greens, native pepper berries, native thyme and lemon myrtle. He was also welcomed to the school’s Indigenous garden, where Indigenous students Lauren Gittens, Robert Gittens and Hayden Cooper performed a Welcome to Country. Earlier in the morning, the Premier was joined by Narre Warren South MP Gary Maas in a tour of Hampton Park Secondary School’s own upgrade project. The school is in stage two of its upgrade and modernisation project, which is creating
Premier Andrews checks-out the refurbished performing arts centre with Pauline Richards and principal, David Caughey. 283928
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The Cranbourne Secondary College volleyball team in the soon-to-be completed gym with the Premier, Pauline Richards and principal Caughey. 283928
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Mr Andrews said the Labor Government wanted to make sure the school’s facilities match the world class education its dedicated staff provide. The Government is ahead of schedule in its work to deliver 100 new schools between
2019 and 2026, with 75 new schools opening between 2019 and 2024. For more information on this and past projects at Cranbourne Secondary College, visit schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au/cranbourne-secondary-college
Narre Warren Fire Brigade long service is celebrated By Eleanor Wilson New and longstanding members of the Narre Warren Fire Brigade were celebrated for their service and commitment to the community at their annual awards dinner earlier this month. Eighteen of the local CFA’s members were honoured, including senior firefighter Tony Bundock, who was recognised with a CFA life membership medal for his 32 years of service. Mr Bundock, who has spent 16 years in each of the Berwick and Narre Warren brigades, said it was special to be recognised by his peers. “I was quite surprised, I didn’t know it was coming,” he said. Celebrated alongside Mr Bundock was firefighter Anastasia, who was awarded the Firefighter of the Year award for the second year running. “That’s an award that is voted on by everyone based on nominations within the brigade,” Mr Bundock said. “[Anastasia’s] had such a great input in the brigade, she does lots of great stuff in the community so I thought it was quite fitting that she was nominated.” berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
Two members celebrated 25 years with the CFA, four members celebrated 30 years and one an impressive 35 years’ fighting fires. Mr Bundock said his peers who had been in the brigade for several decades “don’t get as excited as the young ones”, but maintained they don’t have any plans to retire any time soon. “You don’t do it for the pat on the back, it’s just a way we can help out the community,” he said. The full list of award recipients is: Firefighter of the Year: Anastasia B. Dorethy Balcombe award: Taleb E. Gordon Story award: Colin B. Recruit Firefighter of the year: Ramona R. Captains award: Maria E. CFA life membership: Tony B. 35 years with CFA Life membership: Peter D. 30 years: Andrew B, Karen B, Sharyn K, Karen W. 25 years: Andrew D, Margaret T. 15 years: Carol P. 10 years: Jaz G, Herbert T. 5 years: Grant L, Marie Y.
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Foundation residents in By Eleanor Wilson Stockland’s Halycon Berwick has officially welcomed its first homeowners to the brand new over 50s boutique community, marking the beginnings of a new residential and commercial precinct. Halcyon Berwick, located on Grices Road and Hollywood Boulevard, will be home to 175 units once construction is complete later this year. It is located within the Minta Farm precinct, a 285 hectare plot of land which is projected to house a future population of 8500 people and will include facilities such as a sports reserve, parks and playgrounds and community centres. Jen and Martin Rees, along with their black labrador Jessie, were some of the first residents to move into their Halcyon Berwick home, which they purchased after selling their property in Belgrave South. Mrs Rees, who lives with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, or chronic fatigue syndrome, said the sense of community and ease of living attracted her to the estate. “In Belgrave South we lived on quite a large property, so we have gone from having to do loads of gardening and work around the house to moving here and not having that at all, it’s just wonderful,” Mrs Rees said. “It’s definitely an easier lifestyle and on the weekends we wanted to enjoy ourselves rather maintain the property.” She said the over 50s community had given her a new lease on life. “I think I really do have a new found sense of freedom. I can get in a wheelchair, take Jessie for a walk whereas prior to this I couldn’t do that because of the stairs and the land,” she said. “Even in the short time we’ve been here, our social life has improved with happy hour and
Martin and Jen Rees (pictured here with dog Jessie) are two of the foundation homeowners at Halcyon Berwick. movie night. It’s been great. “Now I’m excited for the future whereas before i felt like I was getting older.” The estate provides a large range of facilities to keep residents social and busy, including a cinema, indoor heated swimming pool, billiard room, lounge and dining room, outdoor alfresco and barbecue areas, pizza oven, spa and gym, yoga retreat, community garden, arts and crafts centre, bowling green, pickle-
ball and croquet court, a workshop, kitchen and bar, and even a dedicated dog wash. Halcyon Berwick Project Director Nicky Guirguis said the development team wanted to curate the community around lifestyle. “We believe it’s all about lifestyle at Halcyon Berwick so the hub of the community is gonna be the clubhouse where the residents can enjoy the facilities,” she said. “It’s all about providing a community and
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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
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.
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
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The City of Casey has moved to reduce the speed limit on the South Gippsland Highway through the Cranbourne Activity Centre from 80 kilometres per hour to 60 between Camms Road and Cameron Street. The current speed limit between Camms Road and Clarendon Street, and Cameron Street to Codrington Street on the highway is 80 kilometres per hour, however, it drops to 60 between Clarendon and Codrington on High Street. The council said the reduction would see a more appropriate and consistent speed limit on this section of the highway through the activity centre, in-keeping with its high visitation and need to maximise amenity outcomes, in-line with the Cranbourne Town Centre Structure Plan. A representative from Casey Highway Patrol said they would support the proposal. “Increased traffic volumes in the area and current duplication of Narre Warren
Cranbourne Road/Cameron Street will see future traffic volumes increased at the intersection with South Gippsland Highway,” the representative said. “A consistent speed though Cranbourne is fairer for drivers and safer for pedestrians. “Whilst some people would argue against the reduction, both drivers and pedestrians have a responsibility on the roads and the development of this area has necessitated the consideration for the reduction in the speed limit through this busy area. “Safer speeds create a safer road network.” As part of the consultation process, the council is offering residents the opportunity to have their say on the proposal by completing a survey on the Casey Conversations website. Responses to the survey close on Monday 13 June at 12pm. For more information and to complete the questionnaire head to conversations. casey.vic.gov.au/speed-limit-proposal-sthgipp-hwy-cranbourne
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Scottish celebrations A record number of Shetland ponies, Clydesdale horses and Scottish dog breeds were on show at Dandenong Showgrounds on Sunday 29 May. The free 18th annual Scottish Heritage Day was organised by the Dandenong Agricultural & Pastoral Society. “It was a fabulous day. I don’t know how many entries we had in total but there were record entries,” organiser Graeme Marriott said.
“Everyone had a great time. The day was successful.” The strong turnout augurs well for the society’s history-making 150th Dandy Show in November. Organisers were putting the disappointment of last year’s show being cancelled due to Covid restrictions. “We’re well in the planning stages for it this year. We can’t afford to have another (Covid) lockdown.”
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Tabitha Orminston-Smith with her nine-month-old Scottish deer hound, Chips, who won the blue ribbon for best puppy. 283332
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A positive environment Don Bosco Catholic Primary School is a Catholic school community learning from and with each other. They are on a continual journey to provide a high-quality Catholic education where young people come to know the loving God and their call to act in faith. The school values of compassion, courage, inclusivity and safety set the foundations for their Whole School Approach to Positive behaviour. Staff work with students to create whole school expectations and align these with the Catholic Social Teaching Principles. In doing so they make Religious Education relative to the students’ individual contexts and strive to be a community where their faith is actively lived and each persons’ story is valued.
The students feel safe, empowered and confident in their ability to learn as their staff work and learn together in a culture of high expectations. This year they have begun to embed research-based approaches to the teaching of phonics and their teaching staff work closely with school leaders to use student learning data and plan specifically for their learning. Don Bosco Catholic Primary School have enjoyed welcoming back external allied health support staff to work with both their students and to lead staff in professional development to cater for the needs of all students. Don Bosco Catholic Primary School will continue to focus on strengthening relationships with their families and creating opportunities for parents to be active participants in their child’s learning journey; and having an opportunity to get to know each other.
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Tea-riffic fundraiser fun By Eleanor Wilson A sea of yellow blanketed the reception room at Berwick’s Woodlands Park Retirement Village on Thursday 19 May, as 170 residents, family and friends gathered to put their spin on Cancer Council’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Platters of sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, party pies and sausage rolls and homemade passionfruit sponge cake filled the round tables throughout the room as residents chattered and sipped tea. Monika Whitehead from the oncology team at St John of God Berwick Hospital said the morning tea was a wonderful celebration. “I think it’s really special, we’re a local hospital here and our patients kind of reap the rewards of all the support the Cancer Council can offer,” she said. “I know especially over the last two years how important that support has been for patients.” Aside from feasting on finger food, several brave cancer sufferers shared their stories with the group. “I know what cancer is like. I’m going through it,” Hugh Moore said. “Mine started with kidney cancer in both kidneys. I’ve had one and a quarter kidneys removed, my prostate removed and the present battle is with lung cancer.” Thankfully, Mr Moore is in remission, but he spoke of the importance of cancer research and getting checked. “To all the men out there - don’t be afraid to go and get checked. You can live with it. The retirement community got in the fundraising spirit - with raffles, auctions and donations combining to reach an incredible total of $8019.75 raised for the Cancer Council - over two and a half times the amount the village raised in the 2020 event.
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Ethel Waldron with Laine Tandy and morning tea organiser Colleen Astbury. 283001 Pictures: ELEANOR WILSON
St John of God Berwick’s Monika Whitehead spoke about cancer care and research. 283001
Residents working hard in the kitchen to cater the morning tea. 283001
Sue Sergeant and Sue Hahir collects raffle donations. 283001
The wonder woman behind the event was resident Colleen Astbury, who has spent the last few months. “We did really, really well. Everything went so smoothly,” she said. Last year, snap Covid restrictions meant the event at Woodlands Park was cancelled the night before it was due to occur. The event suffered the same fate in 2020, meaning Mrs Astbury had good reason to be
apprehensive about this year’s morning tea running smoothly. “I was so scared something would happen like last year, but it all went great.” Throughout May and June this year, over 19,000 morning tea fundraising events will take place across the country to raise money for cancer research, support and prevention. Every day around 95 people are diagnosed with cancer in Victoria.
Dulcie, Dorothy, Maureen, Merle and Val said the event was one of the “beauties of living in a community”. 283001
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Tea enthusiasts at Oakgrove Community Centre. L-R Susie, Lisa, Abi, Ridma, David, Mary, Anu, Girija and Nishi. 281950
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Inner Wheel Club Narre Warren members Di Heath and Lorraine Edlington show of the collection of high tea delights.
Cuppas for a good cause Community organisations across the City of Casey brought out their finest china this month for the Cancer Council’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. On 25 May Oakgrove Community Centre held its first morning tea for the cause and raised $654 for the Cancer Council. Serving an array of mouthwatering pizza, sandwiches, cupcakes and finger food on the day, program facilitator Anu Ravindernath thanked everyone who helped make the event fruitful. Meanwhile, Inner Wheel Narre Warren decided to hold its morning tea a few weeks earlier on 14 May. Inner Wheel member Kerrie Bentley generously opened the doors of her home to around 50 members and friends. Mrs Bentley has held the morning tea in her Berwick home for the past eight years, but said it would not have been possible without the
support of the ladies at the Inner Wheel Club. The small entry fee, trading table of homemade goodies and crafts supplied by members and a raffle resulted in a total of $2386 raised for the cause. “We were thrilled really, with things the way they are, people have a lot of pressures on them so to have so much support in donations and help with the high tea was just wonderful,” she said. “The girls from Inner Wheel always offer to cook a range of sweet and savoury options so we had a range of bite sized treats from cream puffs to club sandwiches.” So far this year, over 19,000 morning teas have been registered, raising over $5.5 million for Cancer Council’s research and support for cancer sufferers. You can host your own Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea at any period between May and June, by registering at biggestmorningtea. com.au
Three-year-old Ariba enjoying a cupcake at the Oakgrove morning tea. 281950
L-R Jeanette Hume, Mieke Johnson, Susan Moore, Faye Wood and Irene Schmode from Oakgrove Community Centre. 281950
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Inner Wheel Narre Warren members Jill Crawford, Suzie Maggs and Linda Kammerling with friends. Picture: SUPPLIED
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Covid delivery checks out By Eleanor Wilson After two years of service and 21,801 deliveries, Casey Cardinia Libraries is ending its home delivery service. As Victorians return to normal life and Victoria transitions out of a state of emergency, the library announced it will make its last home delivery on Thursday 23 June. The service used community donations to give members access to library collections in their own homes throughout Melbourne’s series of Covid lockdowns. Over $19,000 in cash and EFTPOS donations was collected over the two years to facilitate free shipping of library books, CDs, magazines and DVDs to homes throughout the municipalities. Casey Cardinia Libraries chief executive officer Beth Luppino said many considered the service a lifeline during lockdown. “Social isolation, anxiety and loneliness was common throughout the pandemic – and many people continue to be affected,” she said, “The provision of free library collections to our community has always been critical, and access to public library services is a fundamental building block of our society. “To be able to provide free home deliveries of library collections over the years affected by lockdowns was a way to practically address the loneliness and isolation.” For children, already experiencing significant disruption in their learning journey, the service fostered literacy development along with fun, entertainment, and an opportunity to connect with their families about what they were reading, Ms Luppino said. She added the library was overwhelmed by the generosity of the community and felt grateful locals recognised the value of libraries. “Without their support, delivery charges would not have remained free – and this would
Casery Cardinia Libraries home delivery service will come to a close on Thursday 23 June. mean that not everyone could have accessed it. “Through the generosity of our donors, the service has remained free for all, including our most vulnerable members.”
Recognising the importance of access to digital information, the library was also able to add laptops and computers to the free home delivery service.
Picture: SUPPLIED “Like the rest of our library collections, the laptops and computers enabled people isolated at home to connect to the world digitally,” Ms Luppino said.
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Berwick man, Mark Bernard was announced as the winner of the open category for the 2022 Very Short Film Festival last Friday.
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Very short film wins big By Eleanor Wilson A Berwick local wowed judges at this week’s Very Short Film Festival, beating out 150 entries to win the open category with his animated film New Life. Mark Bernard was announced as a winner at last Friday’s premiere screening of the 2022 festival at Spring Bay Mill in Tasmania. Mr Bernard, who is a graphic and web designer in his everyday life, said creating the short film was “more of a passion project” for him. “About 10 years ago I entered the Tropfest Film Festival, I ended up being shortlisted, however, getting married and starting a family took priority over my creative ambitions,” he said. “It was always my dream to enter another film at some point in my life and the Very Short Film Festival appeared at just the right time for me.” “I’m still pinching myself! Thanks so much to the inspirational judges, Artology, Spring Bay Mill, The Guardian and Wide Angle Tasmania for restarting my creative career.” Mr Bernard’s animation centres on the journey of a young person’s progression in life amid war and diversity, where they choose to
Mr Bernard alongside Jahvis Loveday and Joy Ben Hur who took out the junior category of the competition. 283024 look away and not deal with the pain, until a new life comes along and changes their perspective. Mr Bernard said his animation, which sits at just under three minutes in length, was inspired by current world events. “My thoughts have been with my Ukrainian friends that I consider family who have been affected, as well as displaced people from
around the world,” he said. “My parents’ journey was also an inspiration - they migrated to Australia in the late ’70s to start their new life in this beautiful country and haven’t looked back.” Mr Bernard said entering the competition has been “a game changer” for him, after his creative motivations took a hit during the Covid pandemic.
making, and calligraphy. Chess, line dancing and table tennis and cycling groups welcome you. Want to learn the Ukelele, Guitar, or just singalong for fun? We can help. We also have Italian class running. If you would like to tutor a Bridge or Mahjong class let us know. We are in the Cranbourne Library building – Casey Radio entrance. Expand your social life and get active for a healthy third age. For more information visit u3acranbourne.org.au or call Helen, 0423 623 337
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“Isolation due to the pandemic did take its toll - earlier on I was thinking I’ll have all this time where I could catch up on my creativity, however, during the same period, I lost some friends and family members, as well as having family members pass away overseas due to Covid,” he recalled. “The Very Short Film Festival appealed to me as I had a target to create something in a short amount of time. “I wasn’t confident enough to create a lengthier film so it was a great stepping stone for me to dabble into film animation.” He hopes to develop his animation skills further and learn more about storytelling and film making. “The judges that were involved with the Very Short Film Festival have really inspired me to delve further into creating powerful messages through the power of animation,” he said. Aside from reigniting his creative passion, Mr Bernard also received a cash prize of $5000 and will be mentored by VSFF judges. Mark Bernard can be found on social media as @sketchnkustom. To view his winning short film, head to veryshortfilmfestival.com.au/meet-the-filmmakers/
WHAT’S ON Painting for Pleasure & Special Free Workshop We are pleased to announce that our brilliant painting for pleasure and special free workshops are back after the problems of Covid. On Fridays 1pm - 2pm. We have free art workshops for adults who want to start or re-start their art in oils. The workshops are sponsored by the City Of Casey Arts Development Fund and tutored by leading award winning artist Deborah Polman On Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 10am 2pm are starting our painting for pleasure workshops for any medium aimed attacking your art to the next level to shows and sales Sundays between 10am - 2pm we are starting a specialised workshop for artists to learn how to refine their art with new techniques. Tuesday nights 7pm - 10pm we have a special workshop suggested by the Pride Foundation to introduce and teach guys how to paint guys. Our workshops are special and we only have five artists at a time so we can give special individual attention to artists. The workshops are held in our new studio at 2 Merrowland Avenue Cranbourne North. Contact: Calvin Bell, Provenance administror, 0402 210 253 provenanceartists@gmail.com
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Rockin’ Retro Rockabilly, Retro and Rock ‘n’ Roll, are Rockin’ into the Pine Grove Hotel for an afternoon of ‘50s and ‘60s retro fashion, live music, dancing, delicious food and more. This event highlights and celebrates the ‘50s and ‘60s era and will relive the fun and the best of the era’s fashion, cars and music. All profits made from this fundraiser event will be used to hold a celebration for the Centennial of the Sacred Heart Church in Gembrook, on the November 13. Sunday 10 July 1pm to 4pm at Pine Grove Hotel Upper Beaconsfield. Tickets at rockin_retro.eventbrite.com.au
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From Berwick to Baku. Laetisha Scanlan has added to her extensive international medal haul by Picture: AAP IMAGES claiming bronze at the World Cup in Azerbaijan. 283844
Laetisha on song in Baku By David Nagel The long journey from St Margaret’s in Berwick to the biggest stages in world shooting has continued for Laetisha Scanlan after claiming a bronze medal in the Women’s Trap in the ISSF World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan. Coming off the back of her silver medal winning performance at the ISSF Grand Prix in Granada, Spain, only a week prior, Scanlan was top qualifier in Baku, missing just six of 125 targets on the way to a score of 119. She tied with Spaniard Fatima Galvez, and after a shoot-off, was ranked second where she progressed to the semi-final stage, Ranking Match 2. Finland’s Noora Antikainen and Scanlan progressed to the medal match after scoring 23 and 22 respectively. Scanlan, a three-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist who finished fourth at the Olympics in Tokyo last year, hit 22 of 25 targets in the final to claim the bronze medal. Scanlan was excited to once again experience the feeling of having a World Cup medal draped around her neck. “It’s been a while since I’ve medalled at a
world cup so I’m really, really, happy,” she said. “There were some quality shooters out there so to come away with the bronze is something that I’m super proud of.” Scanlan will head home shortly after a lengthy European Tour with the Australian Shotgun team. “Our European tour is coming to an end, it’s been almost seven weeks away,” she said. “I’ve learnt some really valuable lessons throughout this journey and I’m really lucky and fortunate to have so many competitions within the seven weeks. “I’m really happy to finish off at a world cup…and medalling.” Scanlan will have the opportunity to add to her extensive medal haul with the Trap Mixed Teams and Trap Team events still to come later this week. Scanlan will not get the chance to defend her back-to-back crowns at the Commonwealth Games, with shooting not part of the program in Birmingham this year. But the now 32-year-old may set her sights on the 2026 Commonwealth Games…to be held in her home state of Victoria.
The worst kept secret in local cricket is official. Jake Hancock will play for Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) club Berwick in season 2022/23. In fact, Hancock will pull on the familiar navy blue in ‘23/24 too, as he has inked a deal to keep him at Arch Brown Reserve for two seasons as the club’s batting coach. Hancock, 30, played five First-Class matches for Tasmania and accumulated 4761 Vic Premier Cricket runs @ 31 over a 168-match career with Carlton – and more recently – Prahran. Hancock captained Prahran in season 2021/22 and was extraordinarily consistent, scoring 500 runs @ 41 with four half-centuries, and more impressively, recording just two scores below double-figures – both coming after round 13. Berwick Cricket Club president Andrew
Moore revealed just how excited his club is to see Hancock pull on the Bears’ threads. “It’s huge mate,” he said. “From the coaching side of things Jake brings a pretty good pedigree, he is going to take on the batting coach role. “He is a proven cricketer and is a really nice fella, he is keen to dip his toes into coaching and it’s big for us for sure. “I think coaching seems to be a fairly big thing now for him, so we sat down and had some meetings and away we went.” As for what Moore is expecting from Hancock on the field, it’s not a weight of runs, it’s not a Turf 1 premiership, it’s far simpler than that. “I think we’re expecting some stability to our batting group,” he said. “Something for the boys to learn from, about how a guy goes about preparing himself to play cricket each week. “Stability is the biggest thing though I think, he will sure up our middle order.”
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Now or never for Wickers as relegation battle looms large By Tyler Lewis “I can’t say I am batting badly, I’m not batting long enough to be batting badly.” While it’s a vastly different code, the words of former Australian Test cricket captain Greg Chappell are applicable to Clint Evans and his Berwick outfit. Because quite frankly… the Wickers aren’t playing bad footy. But with the cut-throat nature of the Eastern Football Netball League’s (EFNL) top-flight, Saturday’s 10.9 (69) to 13.11 (89) loss to Norwood leaves Berwick facing a do-or-die contest with North Ringwood this weekend. For the second successive week the Wickers won the first and final stanzas, leaving the middle periods of the game to account for where the game was lost. “Not heaps, to be honest… it was probably 15 minutes in the second where they got away,” Evans explained, as to what his side did wrong in the second and third quarters. “In the third we hit the lead, kicked the first three or four goals and then just our decision making, turning the ball over in the middle of the ground moving forward. “They’ve gone bang, bang, bang, our turn24 STAR NEWS
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Harrison Money will certainly be on North Ringwood’s watch-list this weekend. 283111 Picture: ROB CAREW over and disposal was just horrendous on the weekend, we gave them six goals and when you do that against a good side, they capitalise.” While the reality may be that the Wickers are playing decent footy, the 0-1-6 ledger is a tough pill to swallow for a young list. Evans has been resilient and patient throughout the season, but admits he was a bit harder on his boys on Saturday, after fundamentals ultimately led to the loss. “I was probably a bit blunter on the weekend than I have been, I just told them that they can’t keep doing it,” he said.
“Five of the seven games we have been in it up to our ears, the first few weeks we were missing easy goals, but the last few weeks its missing targets, 15 metres not under pressure, it was terrible. “For all the play we had, there was no excuse for it on the weekend. “The thing I love about coaching them is that they have a crack, every side that comes up against us will walk away going ‘gee they’re a tough side Berwick’. “They have a dip, we just don’t settle enough when we should, our disposal has to be better, because these good teams just murder you once you turn the ball over. “Our pressure is fantastic; we just do all the hard work, but then give it up by missing easy targets by hand or foot. “80 per cent we do right, it’s just that last little bit we need to get better. I am happy with how we’re playing, we’ve been in every game but maybe two, those we have played top sides.” A round-five draw against Blackburn has the Wickers placed two points adrift of North Ringwood. This week the Wickers will travel to Quambee Reserve to take on the Saints, in a clash that will go a long way in determining which side will be fighting relegation after the
Queen’s Birthday bye. “We have to for the position we’re in – we have to win,” Evans said. “It’ll be their (North Ringwood) mid-year grand final as well, if we win we get a buffer on them and we think we can compete against other sides, but if we lose and it puts us on the bottom, then we do have to beat sides above us. “On their home deck, it’ll be a shitty day again, conditions that don’t suit us massively, but we have to go down and know the first 15 minutes we have to be on. “If we’re not, and in those conditions, find ourselves three or four goals down, it’s going to be very hard to peg back.” LADDER: Rowville 28, Balwyn 20, Noble Park 20, Doncaster East 20, South Croydon 20, Vermont 20, Norwood 12, Blackburn 10, Park Orchards 8, Doncaster 8, Berwick 2, North Ringwood 0. TOP-FIVE GOAL-KICKERS: C Haley (Balwyn) 30, J Wilsen (South Croydon) 23, J Lisle (Balwyn) 19, K Viccars (Doncaster) 19, H Money (Berwick) 18. FIXTURE – ROUND 8: North Ringwood v Berwick, Rowville v Doncaster, Park Orchards v Doncaster East, Blackburn v Norwood, Vermont v South Croydon, Noble Park v Balwyn (11 June). berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
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Beaconsfield ruckman Harrison Coe throws himself in harm’s way during the disappointing loss to Pictures: ROB CAREW Mitcham. 283110 clearance and goals to Uren and Jake Toohey saw the visitors slice out to a 27-point lead at half time. The Eagles had a dirty day at the office after their impressive first quarter display, with an easy miss by Johnson…just before half time… denying the home side any sort of momentum heading into the second half. Mitcham drove home its advantage in the second half, booting 10.5 to 2.6 to claim third position on the ladder. Parente’s seven goals were a standout, while midfielders Harry Veitch, Toohey and Jarrod West were also good, while tall defender Josh May was a mainstay in defence. The Eagles not only lost the game, but gave back some valuable ground it made up in a comprehensive victory over Upper Ferntree Gully last week. The Eagles percentage rose from 84 to 115 last week, but has dropped back to 97 after their disappointing second-half performance. That drop in percentage has seen the Eagles fall from fifth to eighth on the ladder, but equal on points with fifth-placed Montrose.
The Eagles are one of five teams currently on three wins for the season, and head to Lilydale this week to take on another team in that group of five. Johnson kicked three first-quarter goals, the only multiple contributor for Beaconsfield, while skipper Jake Bowd stuck to his guns in a busy and over-worked defence. Casey Wassylko battled hard as a key forward and second ruckman, while Trent Stokoe and full-back Casey Thomsen did well to limit the damage with tireless efforts in the back half. EASTERN DIVISION ONE RESULTS – ROUND 8 BEACONSFIELD 4.0 4.2 5.6 6.8 (44) MITCHAM 3.4 8.5 14.6 18.10 (118) Beaconsfield Goals: M. Johnson 3, M. Wilson, M. Cameron, H. Coe. Best: J. Bowd, T. Stokoe, C. Wassylko, T. Stokoe, C. Thomsen, M. Wilson. Mitcham Goals: Jake Parente 7, M. Pavey 2, J. Uren 2, T. Lovell 2, J. Smyth 2, J. Hallo, H. Veitch, J. Toohey. Best: J. Parente, H. Veitch, M. Parente, J. May, J. Toohey, M. Pavey.
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OTHER GAMES Bayswater 10.12.72 v Montrose 5.10.40, Croydon 6.10.46 v Mooroolbark 11.15.81, Upper Ferntree Gully 3.4.22 v East Ringwood 20.26.146, Wantirna South 11.13.79 v Lilydale 13.12.90. LADDER Mooroolbark 32, East Ringwood 28, Mitcham 20, Croydon 20, Montrose 12, Lilydale 12, Wantirna South 12, Beaconsfield 12, Bayswater 12, Upper Ferntree Gully 0. FIXTURE – ROUND 9 Lilydale v Beaconsfield, East Ringwood v Bayswater, Mooroolbark v Wantirna South, Montrose v Croydon, Mitcham v Upper Ferntree Gully.
Endeavour Hills on the rise after upset win over Lions By Lachlan Mitchell SOUTHERN DIVISION 3 Endeavour Hills had to find something extra on Saturday to conquer second-placed Murrumbeena at Barry Simon Reserve. The gallant Eagles had an inaccurate first quarter performance to trail the Lions by five behinds going into the first break. A two goal four first quarter was quickly rectified as Endeavour Hills found voice and spirit to lead at half-time by an exact twogoals. The 12-point margin couldn’t be extended going into the final quarter with both sides kicking two goals two behinds in a roughand-tumble penultimate quarter. The final-term fans witnessed Murrumbeena kick three goals, to close the final margin to a meagre five points. Endeavour Hills was singing the song loud and proud after only its third win of the season. Alexander Cann kicked five goals to top off a complete performance for his side. Murrumbeena’s Wade King and Steve Tolongs kicked four goals each to get their side close to stealing the four points. Narre South Saints would be kicking and screaming after giving up a six-point threequarter-time lead to be steamrolled by Clayton by 23 points. The Clays kicked five goals in the final quarter to the Saints three behinds. Clayton’s Paul Tsoucalas kicked four goals in his sides’ win. Saint Mandrez Manu kicked three goals moving his season tally to 15 goals for the season. In the other matches South Yarra couldn’t make it back-to-back wins against Ashwood at home. berwicknews.starcommunity.com.au
Dandenong stood proud and tall for a club legend on Saturday. 282029 Picture: ROB CAREW The Magpies sliced and diced the Lions by 108-points to continue their horror season. Ashwood’s Jack Purcell kicked nine goals to keep his team three wins off top spot. Black Rock had a stroll past an inaccurate Carrum Patterson Lakes at Macdonald Reserve. Ned Fallon had his kicking boots on as he kicked six goals leading his side to a 62-point win. SOUTHERN DIVISION 4 Dandenong legend Regan Hall was the cen-
tre of attention as he suited up for his 200th game on Saturday. Regan was influential in leading his side to a 55-point win over Hampton. The milestone man played up forward and was instrumental in setting up the second goal of the game. Philip Muscat kicked six goals on a historic day for the Dandenong Football Club. Dandenong coach Mick Lawrence was full of praise and admiration for the club legend. “I played with ’Reg’ and now I have the pleasure of coaching him,” Lawrence said. “As player he has always been a hard player and never backs down, he always puts his head over the ball and never steps back. “He enjoys playing with the young kids and that’s why he came back to the club. “From a culture perspective that’s where it stems from and he’s a great example.” Hall’s love for the club is never far from mind as he stepped out for his 200th game. “The club means everything to me, it been good for me, I have done every role at the club from president to captain,” Hall said. While Dandenong celebrated a win…. Hallam was left to lament after being lambs to the slaughter at the hands of the Frankston Dolphins. Dolphins Liam O’Donnell had another glorious day firing home eight goals to move his season tally to 30. The win sees Frankston’s dominance in division four under threat, with a mid-season promotion well and truly on the cards. The Dolphins sit on top of the ladder with a percentage of 365.96. South Mornington had to claw its way to a gutsy win over the Moorabbin Kangaroos at Citation Reserve. The Tigers had a 73-point win to see
themselves sit two wins out of that elusive fourth spot. Lyndhurst showed its class and poise to demolish Lyndale at home. Jarryd McGrath made every post a winner as he booted a stunning 10-goals in the Lightning’s 141-point smacking of Lyndale. SOUTHERN DIVISION 3 RESULTS - ROUND 8 South Yarra 4.7.31 v Ashwood 21.13.139, Black Rock 19.11.125 v Carrum Patterson Lakes 8.15.63, Clayton 10.11.71 v Narre South Saints 6.12.48, Endeavour Hills 12.11.83 v Murrumbeena 11.12.78. LADDER Black Rock 28 ,Murrumbeena 24, Carrum Patterson Lakes 20, Ashwood 16, Narre South Saints 16, Endeavour Hills 12, Clayton 8, South Yarra 4. FIXTURE - ROUND 9 - SAT, 4 JUNE Ashwood v Clayton, South Yarra v Murrumbeena, Carrum Patterson Lakes v Endeavour Hills, Narre South Saints v Black Rock. SOUTHERN DIVISION 4 RESULTS - ROUND 8 South Mornington 21.20.146 v Moorabbin Kangaroos 11.7.73, Dandenong 15.14.104 v Hampton 6.13.49, Lyndhurst 31.12.198 v Lyndale 7.15.57, Cerberus 20.14.134 v Doveton Eagles 10.8.68, Frankston Dolphins 21.16.142 v Hallam 6.5.41. LADDER Frankston Dolphins 32, Lyndhurst 28, Hallam 24, Dandenong 20, South Mornington 20, Moorabbin Kangaroos 12, Lyndale 8, Hampton 8, Doveton Eagles 4, Cerberus 4. FIXTURE - ROUND 9 - SAT, 4 JUNE Lyndale v Frankston Dolphins, Hallam v Dandenong, Hampton v Cerberus, Doveton Eagles v South Mornington, Moorabbin Kangaroos v Lyndhurst. Thursday, 2 June, 2022
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Cavaliers survive school of hard Knox By Lachlan Mitchell Casey Cavaliers were back on court on Saturday after a disappointing showing against the Frankston Blues last week. Both the men and women teams were trying to recover from tough losses. The men’s clash went into overtime against the Blues, eventually losing by 16 points, while the women fell five points short of a rampaging Frankston side featuring several Australian internationals. Both Cavaliers sides were looking for redemption against Knox Raiders at Casey Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The women were on court first and took the battle right up to the Raiders’ side. Knox led by a hard-fought six points at quarter time. Raiders small forward Kara Tessari made the Cavalier defenders sweat as she proved to be a major offensive threat. An even second term continued to see the gap stay at six points. Monique Conti continued to make her presence felt from the paint scoring six points in the term. A crucial third quarter saw the Cavaliers outscore the Raiders 15-21, leveling the score at 57 all going into the final quarter. The Raiders started the final term with a nine-point opening run before a Cavaliers time-out was called to slow the tempo. Shortly after the restart Conti was back in business on the scoresheet and scored a much needed three to close the gap to four points. A flurry of points from the Cavaliers, which included a Conti three and a Rachel Bell jump
Jordan Bell was at his best scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. 283822 Picture: IN2ACTIONPHOTOGRAPHY shot, helped the Casey side grab the lead with four minutes left on the clock. But as the seconds ticked down, some late free-throws and a Leah Santomaggio threepointer saw the Cavaliers lose in the 82-86 final scoreline. Bell finished with 27 points in the tight loss, while Louise Brown was influential under the ring with 13 rebounds. The loss leaves the Cavaliers at 4-4 in their inaugural season of NBL1. The men fared much better in the clash
against the Raiders on Saturday night winning a tight game 80-76. The Cavs were able to stretch the margin out to 11 just before halftime to keep distance with the Knox based side in a contested opening half. The men had to hold on, as the Raiders launched a last-term onslaught to get within four points of the Cavaliers. A 23–27 final term almost saw the Raiders clinch victory. A strong defensive showing from the Cavaliers was good enough to ward off any potential comeback. Jordan Bell had a day to remember as he had 21 points and a game-high 14 rebounds at both ends of the court. Cavaliers coach David Peters has credited his sides hard work and determination in securing the victory after a run of narrow losses. “It just felt like a lot of hard work over the past six or seven weeks,” he explained. “It just started coming to fruition and the things that we have been working on it all just clicked. “The players had a really good idea of what worked and we just put our best foot forward, so it’s exciting to see.” The men had a gruelling overtime loss to the Frankston Blues last round, taking a lot of experience out of the match. “We learned a lot from our over-time loss against Frankston, being brand new in the league, sometimes it takes a little bit longer to feel and find out what gets you over the line,” Peters said. The Cavaliers will next make the trip to Tasmania to play the Hobart Chargers on Friday.
Big guns begin to fire in Osborne Shield Harkaway Red was the big winner in the topflight Osborne Shield on Saturday with a comprehensive victory over Upper Beaconsfield. Beaconsfield had to fight hard for its win over Cranbourne, while Harkaway Black and Narre Warren fought out the close one in a great round of competition in the Berwick District Tennis Association. Here is a full list of the weekend’s results: Saturday Osborne Shield Harkaway Red 2 5:40 v Upper Beaconsfield 1 1:17, Cranbourne 1 2:18 v Beaconsfield 2 4:28, Narre Warren 1 2:28 v Harkaway Black 2 4:30. Rubbers 1 Pakenham 2 4:37 v Berwick White 1 3:30, Berwick Blue 3 6:36 v Cranbourne 0 0:11, Beaconsfield 2 4:35 v Officer 1 3:38. Rubbers 2 Narre Warren North Red 2 4:33 v Beaconsfield Gold 1 2:24, Beaconsfield Blue 2 4:34 v Officer1 3:28, Cranbourne 2 4:30 v Narre Warren North Black 1 3:35. Rubbers 3 Beaconsfield 2 5:40 v Sandhurst 1 2:24, Officer 2 4:29 v Pakenham 1 2:23, Cranbourne – Bye. Rubbers 4 Harkaway 3 6:36 v Beaconsfield 0 0:6, Narre Warren North 1 3:33 v Fountain Gate 2 4:31, Cranbourne def Officer (Forfeit). Rubbers 5 Officer 3 6:36 v Pakenham 0 0:5, Berwick White 3 6:36 v Harkaway 0 0:10, Beaconsfield def Berwick Blue (Forfeit).
Massive forehands like this from Noah Keltie have been a feature of the BDTA this season. 258775 Picture: ROB CAREW Section 1 Singles/Doubles Berwick Blue 3:30 v Cranbourne Gold 5:41, Narre Warren North 3:32 v Narre Warren Gold 5:39, Narre Warren Green 4:29 v Berwick White 4:32, Cranbourne Green 1:24 v Sandhurst 7:47. Section 2 Singles/Doubles Tooradin 5:39 v Officer 3:35, Clyde 5:41 v Beaconsfield Blue 3:30, Beaconsfield Gold 3:31 v Upper Beaconsfield 5:40, Narre Warren – Bye. Section 3 Singles/Doubles Narre Warren South 8:48 v Narre Warren Green 0:2, Narre Warren Gold 3:24 v Berwick Blue 5:35, Berwick White 5:39 v Cranbourne 3:34, Narre Warren North 2:18 v Clyde 6:41. Section 4 Singles/Doubles Clyde 7:44 v Tooradin 1:18, Gloucester 0:25 v Berwick 8:48 Blue, Officer 4:37 v Cranbourne
4:38, Berwick White v Sandhurst (Washout) Section 5 Singles/Doubles Berwick 2:27 v Upper Beaconsfield 6:43, Narre Warren North 5:36 v Fountain Gate 3:20, Tooradin 2:25 v Cranbourne 6:44, Pakenham – Bye. Sunday Section 6 Singles/Doubles Pakenham 6:41 v Beaconsfield 2:26, Berwick 3:25 v Clyde 5:42, Cranbourne 4:39 v Narre Warren 4:36. Section 7 Singles/Doubles Officer 4:37 v Berwick 4:37, Bunyip 4:40 v Pakenham 4:35, Cranbourne – Bye. Section 8 Singles/Doubles Narre Warren 4:35 v Berwick 4:38, Beaconsfield 1:21 v Fountain Gate 7:47, Officer – Bye. Section 9 Singles/Doubles Upper Beaconsfield 8:48 v Berwick Blue 0:12, Berwick White 5:30 v Sandhurst 3:25, Cranbourne 4:42 v Narre Warren 4:33. Section 10 Singles/Doubles Narre Warren 3:31 v Gloucester 5:39, Berwick 2:25 v Cranbourne 6:40, Clyde 8:48 v Officer 0:12. Section 11 Doubles Upper Beaconsfield 6:36 v Berwick Blue 0:19, Berwick White 3:29 v Narre Warren 3:24, Narre Warren South 1:21 v Officer 5:35. Section 12 Doubles Officer 3:2 v Narre Warren Green 3:26, Narre Warren Gold 3:29 v Fountain Gate 3:26, Cranbourne – Bye.
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Dressed up for culture By David Nagel Reconciliation Week means so much to so many and Casey Demons Netball is embracing the opportunity to celebrate the culture of our first nations people. The Demons will proudly wear a specially-designed indigenous dress during Reconciliation Week, for NAIDOC Round, and selected matches during the remaining rounds of the Victorian Netball League season. The Demons wore the dress for the first time on Wednesday evening. The dress was designed by Melbourne AFLW player Krstel Petrevski, a proud Indigenous woman from the Kija/Jaru tribe. Petrevski spoke to the Casey Demons squad during Reconciliation Week to share the meaning and story behind the artwork that features on the dress. Petrevski shared her experiences growing up in remote Western Australia and how she made the journey through the football pathway to Melbourne AFLW. Casey Demons Netball VNL President and Operations Manager Rebekah Bogos said the club was excited and proud to play a part in Reconciliation Week. “Casey Demons Netball, in partnership with Casey Netball, is committed to building our cultural awareness and education of our first nation’s people,” Bogos said. Demons 19-under player Holly Stephens was also grateful to be part of the experience. “I feel extremely proud and excited to pull on this dress,” Stephens said. “I feel proud to be in a competition that has a round to celebrate first nations culture, and I think it’s a great platform for people to become educated and ask questions. “I feel so grateful to be at a club where my culture is celebrated. “Although I have been involved in Indigenous rounds before, I’ve never had the opportunity to wear an indigenousdesigned dress during these rounds…so it makes it even more special.” And as a proud Ngarigo monero and Dunghutti athlete, who lives on gunai Kurnai land, Anna Solomon is proud of her club for showing such respect. “For the girls to wear this dress I think it’s such a great display of community and connection to our first nations culture,” Solomon said. “Having such a beautiful dress designed in our club colours, I feel extremely proud and excited to see the recognition shown through the sport and club I play for. “I feel honoured to be at the club during the first Reconciliation Week and VNL NAIDOC Round.”
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