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Appeal in doubt Cost of living pressures are continuing to take a toll in the Yarra Ranges, with HICCI recording the most requests it has ever received for emergency relief last month since it was founded in 1989.

HICCI has needed to drastically reduce their budget and these factors have left their annual Christmas appeal in jeopardy.

HICCI Executive Officer Alison Gommers said the lack of opportunity for fundraising in recent years has resulted in the reduced availability of funds.

“In the past, we’ve relied heavily on lo-

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cal business and service clubs such as Rotary and the Lions’ Den for donations as well as the general public but understandably these people and groups haven’t had extra funds to donate,” she said.

“Also with we were given additional funds and people had access to JobSeeker payments, but now people are limited with the rising cost of everything from petrol to groceries to mortgages.”

Traditionally HICCI’s Christmas appeal has provided a hamper, vouchers for food and a voucher for children 16 years old and under for gifts.

Ms Gommers said it is by no means any-

one’s fault the appeal is at risk, but that we are all being affected by the current circumstances.

“We’re just reaching out to the community or planning to see whether they can, if possible, make any monetary donations to HICCI in the lead-up to Christmas to help us to buy vouchers for food and gifts for children,” she said.

“Last year there were about 76 children we had vouchers for and we gave out 140 hampers, and Coles vouchers so they could buy food for Christmas lunch and make it a bit special for their families.”

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Ms Gommers encouraged anyone in need to get in touch with HICCI. “There are all different ways we can help people whether it be through HICCI or by referring people to other services, everyone’s had a tough ride the last couple of years. Christmas is a special time and I think we all deserve a bit of a treat,” she said.

“We appreciate that everybody is doing it tough, but if anyone has the opportunity to spare a little, however much it is, we could drag hat out to help multiple people.”

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Wet days bring fire risks

By Tyler Wright Yarra Valley residents are being urged to prepare for bushfire season and the risk of flooding this spring and into summer, as VICSES, Forest Fire Management (FFM) Victoria, CFA and Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) and Emergency Management Victoria representatives came together for an operational briefing on Thursday 6 October.

District 13 Assistant Chief Fire Officer David Rankin said with the increase of rainfall expectations heading into summer, and the third La Niña event in as many years, the CFA is expecting prolific grass growth across the state causing “some potential for significant fires during the season”.

“As we know; grass fires, when they are burning, can certainly move a lot faster than we can run,” Mr Rankin said.

“For those of you who come across a grass fire during the summer, make sure that you pick a safe location to be able to weather out that fire, you don’t have have to be in a remote or rural area - and try not to outrun it.

“To be prepared, you need to have your fire plan ready in place, you need to know what your family members are going to do, you need to leave early, and listen to all the advice that’s provided by the agencies, and hopefully it will be a safe fire season for us all.”

Forest Fire Management’s Deputy Chief Fire Officer in the Port Phillip region, Tamara Beckett, said Forest Fire Management will be working to remove a large proportion of fallen debris across the from the 2021 storm events in the Yarra Ranges in the lead up to summer.

The clean up will take place across three or four sites in the Dandenong Ranges, primary in Silvan, with planned burns having to be postponed due to wet weather.

“Many of those burns are planned, they’re prepared, they’re ready to go whenever the conditions are right. The reality is when it is

District 13 Assistant Chief Fire Officer David Rankin, Emergency Management Commissioner from Emergency Management Victoria, Andrew Crisp, Fire Rescue Victoria Assistant Chief Fire Officer Mark Swiney and Forest Fire Management Victoria’s Tamara Beckett, Deputy Chief Fire Officer Port Phillip Region, briefing the media on Thursday 6 October.

Picture: TYLER WRIGHT very wet, it does narrow the amount of time that we have for burning, so it becomes even more important that we take advantage of the opportunity, whenever that may be.” Ms Beckett said.

“The messages for community members are the same - whether it’s preparing for fire or for flood, or for storms, or whatever other emergency - whether even if it’s an energy emergency; to prepare for what you’re going to do, think about it, plan for it.

“The agencies will be there, we will be responding as best we can, but we need to prioritise those that are most vulnerable...any body who can look after themselves - that really helps us out and allows us to prioritise who we

need to support the most.”

Emergency Management Commissioner, Andrew Crisp, said at the media briefing there were currently 26 advice messages across the state; from the Murray River down to the coast.

“It’s not just about where you live - If you intend travelling and enjoy those holidays; get out enjoy this incredible state, but know where the emergency broadcaster is where you travel,” Mr Crisp said.

“Heed those warnings that are coming out, and leave.”

Mr Crisp said preparing at home is important, as seen with the significant storm event in June 2021.

“Honestly, at times there could be situa-

tions where we will not have enough emergency resources to support everyone that needs our help; we need to focus on on the more vulnerable.”

Mr Crisp said briefings with other agencies are “critical” in terms of preparedness.

“These ritual preparedness prepare sessions are a critical opportunity to get together face to face after Covid, but to listen to subject matter experts in relation to the specific assets themselves, and what we’re doing around relief and recovery into the future,” he said.

To learn more about incidents and warnings near you, and know how to best prepare in different events, visit the VicEmergency website.

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Four teenagers have been arrested after a stabbing occurred in the early hours of the morning on Saturday 8 October in Lilydale.

Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit detectives charged the teenage boys following reports of a stabbing at Lilydale railway station.

It is alleged a group of teenagers were involved in an assault and stabbed a male below the overpass on the Maroondah Highway just after midnight.

Protective Service officers intervened and the offenders fled the scene before they were arrested nearby.

An 18-year-old Gruyere man was taken to hospital with serious facial injuries.

A 17-year-old Croydon boy, 16-year-old Bayswater North boy, 16-year-old Mitcham boy and a 17-year-old Boronia boy have all been charged with recklessly cause serious injury, intentionally cause injury and other assault related offences.

They will appear at a children’s court at a later date.

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Macintyre Lane closure The fire is believed to have started under the bonnet and spread to the tray. pull over, making sure you’re far from people and other vehicles. Next, shut the engine off as leaving it on could pose a more severe fire risk or an explosion.

All passengers should exit the vehicle and like any other fire, you should never waste time collecting things before getting away from the fire.

Once you’re at a safe distance away from your car and other traffic, call for help and warn others to stay away from the car as in some cases, the fire might not be evident to people nearby.

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Road users urged to look out for others Victorian drivers and motorcyclists are being urged to look out for each other and share the roads safely, with the number of motorbikes on the roads expected to increase as the weather warms up.

Marking the inaugural Motorcyclist Awareness Month, spearheaded by Victoria’s Motorcycling Community Engagement Panel (MCEP), Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ben Carroll said the initiative had been developed in collaboration with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Department of Transport and Victoria Police.

“Whether we are on two wheels or four, whether it’s our daily commute or a road trip, we all need to look out for each other every time we use the road,” Mr Carroll said.

The month aims to remind motorists that road safety is a shared responsibility and that everyone has a role to play in keeping the roads safe.

Traditionally, motorbike rider travel increases during the warmer and daylight savings months, with more recreational riders on the roads. The increase in rider numbers and distances travelled brings a greater risk of crashes involving motorbikes.

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An awareness campaign has launched urging road users to look out for one another. ers can improve their safety ensuring they are visible through safe road positioning and wearing the appropriate protective gear on every ride.

TAC Head of Road Safety Samantha Cockfield said motorcyclists are more vulnerable in a crash due to lacking the same protection as other motor vehicles.

“More riders should not inevitably result in more crashes and if we all look out for one another and be patient, we’ll go a long way toward reducing road trauma,” Ms Cockfield said.

Over half of the 42 motorcyclist fatalities on Victorian roads this year have occurred

in collisions with other vehicles, reinforcing the importance of sharing the roads.

Throughout October, Victorians will see and hear about Motorcyclist Awareness Month through radio, outdoor signage, and events at a number of local markets and at the Australian Moto GP at Phillip Island.

Motorcycling Community Engagement Panel Member Brian Rix said now’s the time to start the conversation.

“Motorcyclist Awareness Month is an opportunity for all of us in the riding community to have a conversation with other road users about how we can share the road and do a better job of keeping everyone safe,” Mr Rix said.

Already this year, the TAC has launched two separate campaigns promoting motorcyclist safety and the importance of riders wearing protective clothing each time they get on their bike.

The Labor Government continues to invest in programs, campaigns and infrastructure aimed at improving motorcycle safety in the short and long term, including the MotoCAP motorcycle protective clothing star rating system.

Visit the Motorcyclist Awareness Month Facebook page for more information.

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Construction and road widening works are planned for a short section of MacIntyre Lane in Yering, for the implementation of various pedestrian improvements for the Yarra Valley Trail.

The section of the lane, located at the Melba Highway end is expected to be closed from 17 October to 25 November, with an expected entire completion date of 31 December. Detours will be in place throughout the construction period which will affect all through traffic, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

The works will include pavement widening, pedestrian and cyclist crossing, lighting improvement works, line marking and signage and will relocate existing car parking further south along Macintyre Lane.

This project is funded by the State Government in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council at a project value of $395,000.

Pandemic declaration ended Decisions agreed to by all states and territories at National Cabinet will see Victoria’s pandemic declaration end from 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 October.

Victorians will no longer be required to isolate after testing positive to Covid-19, with isolation for positive cases now strongly recommended.

Requirements for close contacts like continually testing negative on a rapid antigen test will become strong recommendations – joining the strong recommendation to wear a mask indoors, which will remain in place.

Targeted financial support will continue for eligible healthcare workers, including in Aboriginal, hospital, aged care and disability care work, including those providing in-home care.

This financial support will continue supporting these workers to isolate if they test positive to Covid-19, protecting their patients.

The Department of Health will put in place Secretary Directions to ensure there is no disruption to vaccination requirements in health service settings.

These directions – which are already used each year to require healthcare staff to be vaccinated against the flu – will allow for vaccination requirements in public, denominational and private hospitals, as well as public sector aged care facilities, day procedure centres and throughout ambulance service.

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A frightening ordeal took place on the road in Woori Yallock on Wednesday as CFA crews responded to a car fire.

A young man driving noticed smoke coming from the tray of his ute, with the car behind beeping to let him know as well, and pulled over into a service road safely onto the gravel.

He managed to exit the vehicle shortly before the car became engulfed in flames and did not sustain any injuries. He did make a request to a nearby home for a hose but the blaze was too strong.

A CFA spokesperson said crews responded to reports of a car fire on Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Road in Woori Yallock at around on 7.23am on 5 October.

“Three CFA units from Hillcrest and Yellingbo brigades attended the scene,” they said.

“The scene was deemed under control at around 7.39am and a stop was issued at 7.54am.”

2 members of Hillcrest CFA were equipped with breathing apparatus to protect them from the smoke. It is the brigade’s third care fire in 2 weeks.

Initial thoughts are that the fire may have originated from the battery situated within the bonnet of the car, which managed to spread underneath the car to the tray. Car fires can be caused by a defective fuel system or electrical wiring, as well as collisions or lit cigarettes that catch seats or carpets on fire.

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Rewarding carer career

By Tyler Wright Care and support industry professionals and job seekers visited Box Hill Institute’s Lilydale campus on Tuesday 4 October for a chance to answer questions on a career in the field.

Held by Workforce Australia’s Local Jobs Program, the care and support jobs expo hosted 19 exhibitors from the industry, and had over 50 job seekers register their attendance.

Employment Facilitator for the North East Melbourne Local Jobs Program, Ida Lloyd, said employers in the care and support sector are currently looking for an average of 30 staff to fill roles. “[The expo] was initiated through the federal government as a result of Covid, and all those displaced job seekers, and trying to match them into those sectors that are crying out for staff - and aged care is crying out for staff,” Ms Lloyd said.

“All types; across all home care, personal care, disability support, in their catering and laundry services...there’s quite a supply chain to aged care, and every part of it is feeling the strain of not enough staff.”

For care services located in the Yarra Ranges, Ms Lloyd said barriers for prospective employees are transport into the area and needing to fuel up a car to get to work.

Despite this, there are a growing number of facilities being built throughout the Yarra Ranges, Ms Lloyd said.

“I know that there’s a facility up in Montrose that needs that ‘magic number of 30,’ but about 30 people in their facility...[worker shortages have] had a huge impact, and you’ve got the issue of distance as well,” Ms Lloyd said.

“For a lot of the unemployed, that’s a barrier to employment.”

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Claire Neeson, head of people and culture at Heritage Care, and head of group operations Kathy Warren at the carer and support career expo at Box Hill Institute’s Lilydale campus on Tuesday 4 October.

Pictures: TYLER WRIGHT culture Claire Neeson, said nurses are in demand in their centres - one if which is located in Bayswater North. “[Nurses] are going to take the allowances to go back into the private sector, that’s not in aged care - so why would they come to us when they can have that in the private sector or go work in NDIS?,” Ms Warren said.

Shortages have led to staff exhaustion working double shifts, and staff across the organisation working in another home needing assistance, Ms Warren said.

But through the care and support jobs expo, the Heritage Care team was able able to build contacts with recruitment companies, Box Hill Institute and universities.

Ms Warren said the expo may help care services collaborate with other organisations and she expects the industry to pick up again within the next six to 12 months.

“Hopefully the government gives us more incentives for people to work in aged care... [for] personal carers to come back into the workforce,” she said.

Employers and industry professionals attended the expo to answer questions from jobseekers interested in the industry.

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Libs pledge $6.6 million

By Callum Ludwig

Wandin North Primary School students, parents and staff were thrilled to hear of the potential funding to rebuild the school.

Pictures: CALLUM LUDWIG President of School Council and parent Craig McEvoy said they’re wrapped to potentially be able to have this development for the kids and those of the future.

“We have a great culture here at the school and hope to be able to give the kids what they deserve, a great learning environment,” he said.

“We want our kids to have a healthy happy environment to learn and grow and to become community leaders and we are extremely hopeful now that this has some traction.”

The announcement was a complete surprise to Mr Bailey, Wandin North Primary School staff and families who tuned in at pickup time to find out the news.

Liberal Member for Evelyn Bridget Vallence said she was thrilled to announce the funding

Roads key election issue

By Renee Wood The fight ahead of the state election is ramping up with roads a key election issue for both parties.

On Wednesday 5 October, the state opposition made a $10 billion election pledge for Victorian road maintenance if elected into power in November.

The Liberals and Nationals have committed to a $10 billion package for maintenance which will be stretched over 10 years and has plans to conduct an audit of all state-managed roads within six months of forming government.

The opposition is accusing the government of leaving regional roads behind while funding city infrastructure and taking away $215 million over the past two budgets from road maintenance.

Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish said the state of roads such as the Warburton, Melba and Maroondah Highways, are a major issue for her electorate.

“The roads across the electorate are in a terrible condition, costing drivers thousands of dollars in tyre and car repairs and posing safety risks to drivers,” Ms McLeish said.

Ms McLeish said the Labor Government has only been providing ‘band aid fixes to potholes’ and drops the speed limits to deal with crumbling roads.

“This is simply not good enough and people are tired of it.

“Our roads need to be repaired properly to ensure they are able to carry the vast variety of vehicles and most importantly, to ensure drivers safety. That’s what the Liberals and Nationals will deliver.”

Liberals leader Matthew Guy said the government spent $28 billion on city infrastructure cost blow outs.

“The Victorian Liberals and Nationals will deliver better roads through billions of dollars in investment to ensure everyone can get to work and crucial appointments, safely and on time,” Mr Guy said. mailcommunity.com.au

having listened to the staff, students and parents at Wandin North Primary School.

“We will deliver new and upgraded facilities including permanent classrooms with disability access, arts and STEM room, a library, and new toilets. Our children and teachers deserve much better than having out-of-date toilets and portable classrooms,” she said.

“This announcement is part of my plan to ensure the children and teachers at Wandin North Primary get the best quality educational facilities they deserve.”

Wandin North Primary School was previously allocated $195,165 by the State Government in the 2020 Minor Capital Works Fund to create a safe all-weather play and assembly area. The works are due to finish in the third quarter of 2023.

Demountable classrooms are currently all that was available to Wandin North Primary School.

Eager faces tune in to the announcement.

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Potholes are quite hazardous on Warburton Highway. 289744 Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS The government has hit back saying the Liberals were the ones who cut millions from road maintenance and sacked workers when they were last in power.

“You can’t trust Matthew Guy’s Liberals when it comes to our roads - the last time they had the chance, they cut $100 million from road maintenance, and sacked 500 VicRoads workers,” Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ben Carroll.

“Matthew Guy’s Liberals want to “audit” the Big Build - Liberal code for cutting projects and sacking workers.”

Labor claims it has spent $813 million per year on average over the past four years, since 2018, has invested more than $4 billion into renewing and maintaining Victoria’s roads since 2018 and has rebuilt or resurfaced more than 10,000 kilometres of regional roads and nearly 2,000 kilometres of metropolitan roads.

The State Government also recently announced a $780 million investment to repair and resurface more than 1500km of roads, with the Warburton and Melba Highways set for repairs.

More than 10 kilometres of the Melba Highway will undergo rehabilitation and resurfacing works in multiple locations, while sections of the Warburton Highway in Wandin North and Seville will undergo significant resurfacing works.

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Wandin North Primary School could be set for a major upgrade, pending the result of the November state election.

Member for Evelyn Bridget Vallence visited the school to announce that if elected, a Matt Guy Liberals and Nationals Government would provide $6.6 million to rebuild the school.

Principal Paul Bailey said hearing the news was amazing and he got quite emotional.

“We’ve been pushing at Wandin North for four or five years to improve the infrastructure at our school through lots of conversations and working closely with our local member Bridget Vallence,” he said.

“It’s an exciting time for us, for the kids, for the community, to be able to provide really solid programmes and extracurricular activities for our school. All we currently have are relocatable portables, the only permanent structure we have is our one toilet block, which was built in 1978.”

The Wandin North Primary School was founded in 1915 and has developed into a vibrant and welcoming school with around 350 students.

Mr Bailey said funding available for new facilities will help get their kids up with 21stcentury learning.

“Currently, we have a learning space that is our Library as well as an Indonesian room and would love to have a designated library space.

We have an art room that’s not suitable for art and our children as a result can’t do clay, sculpture or modelling,” he said.

“Our before and after school care shares the space as well, and a science and technology space is another thing that has really been missing at Wandin North.”

Portable classrooms became widespread throughout the 1960s to combat rapid population growth.

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Games hit shooting target

By Callum Ludwig The Victorian Government has officially included shooting as part of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Regional Victoria as a standard and Para event.

The news comes as the Melbourne Gun Club (MGC) in Yering welcomed another 6 para-shooters to test out the newly upgraded facilities to create a more friendly environment for para-athletes.

Melbourne Gun Club Treasurer Ben Reed said it’s fabulous to hear that shooting has been confirmed as an event for the Games, which he is really excited to see in the state.

“I think the flow on effects for Victoria and even Australia will be quite phenomenal, especially considering we’ll be hosting the Olympic Games further down the track in Queensland, it’s a real win-win for everyone,” he said.

“The inclusion of shooting will give the [Melbourne Gun] Club great exposure. Now that it’s incorporated into the Games, people will become more aware of clay target shooting, and not only clay target shooting, but small ball and pistol/air pistol shooting as well, which will likely see an increase in people participating in the sport, juniors and seniors alike.”

The MGC threw their support behind Shooting Australia’s ‘Shoot for the Games 2026’ bid to incorporate Shooting as an event at the Games back in July. The design of their new para-frendly facilities has been in the works for nearly a year and could see them as an attractive option to host events in 2026.

Mr Reed said MGC’s most recent Come N’ Try session was fully booked.

“We actually had more people who wished to attend but we are mindful of the time it takes to cater to everyone. We’ve had such amazing feedback, not just from the public, but from the individuals who are coming to try shooting, a reoccurring comment from nearly all of them is that there’s nothing that they can

Smiles aplenty when trying out the new facilities. really do and normally they are really left out of sports,” he said.

“It offers them a chance to be involved at a club, sit in the club room with members and speak to like-minded individuals. Last week they were shocked at how much everyone at the club engages with them and they said ‘We’ve never come across anything like this, it’s amazing how well you are looking after them.’ which was sad but fantastic at the same time.”

Golf, 3x3 Basketball, 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball, Coastal Rowing, BMX Racing, Mountain Bike Cross Country, Track Cycling and Para-Cycling Track were the other sports added alongside shooting in Phase 2, with Coastal Rowing, Golf and BMX making their Commonwealth Games debut.

Mr Reed said it can be a really lonely and isolated world for individuals with a disability and hopefully the club continues to be an option for them.

“Those who visits always say ‘When can we come back?’ and then they turn up with a friend at training events so they can shoot and even their friends are amazed. For their well-being, it’s a big tick psychologically wise and it gets them out and about which is critical,” he said.

“We would love to bring the Games to Yering and the Yarra Valley. It is still up in the air, but if we’re successful with that, it could be very positive for our new facility that we’ve had designed as well to coincide so fingers crossed.”

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Sixth interest rate rise

By Parker McKenzie The official interest rate has hit a nine-year high, with the RBA announcing a cash rate increase of 25 basis points to 2.6 per cent.

In an online statement, RBA Governor Philip Lowe said the cash rate has increased substantially in a short period of time.

“Reflecting this, the Board decided to increase the cash rate by 25 basis points this month as it assesses the outlook for inflation and economic growth in Australia,” he said.

“As is the case in most countries, inflation in Australia is too high. Global factors explain much of this high inflation, but strong domestic demand relative to the ability of the economy to meet that demand is also playing a role.”

The rise marks the sixth month in a row the RBA has increased the cash rate, albeit a reduced increase compared to previous .50 basis point raises. The cash rate represents the interest rate on unsecured overnight loans between banks and serves as the benchmark rate for mortgages, savings accounts and exchange rates.

Head of consumer research at Finder Graham Cooke said people with a $500,000 mortgage will be paying almost $9,000 more a year in interest when compared to six months ago.

“Australians with a $500,000 mortgage will be forking out $735 more per month compared to what they were paying in April,” he said.

“That’s a whopping amount of extra money to pay every month – especially when everyday items like groceries and petrol are skyrocketing in price.”

Mr Lowe signalled in his statement that more increases are likely over the coming months.

“The Board expects to increase interest rates further over the period ahead,” he said.

“It is closely monitoring the global economy, household spending and wage and price-setting behaviour.

“The size and timing of future interest rate increases will continue to be determined by the incoming data and the Board’s assessment of the outlook for inflation and the labour market. “

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The New Zealand flag was flown alongside the Australian flag in honour of George Ingram’s brothers who were killed fighting with New Zealand forces.

President of the Seville Township Group Graham Black pays his respect after laying a wreath.

The panel remembering George Ingram VC, MM. man position that had just been reinforced by more troops. The hill was exceedingly rough and covered with wire. At 3am on October 5, they were ordered to prepare for an attack,” he said.

“From the outset the enemy fire was intense, and George was with the group in the centre of the advance. What happened next was to be George Ingram’s moment in history.

He was in charge of a platoon and the advance was halted by severe enemy fire which left no choice but to charge. Under the cover of a Lewis Gun, George rushed the German post at the head of his men. These posts contained nine machine guns and 42 Germans, who fired at the Australians until they were no more than three feet away. A short, sharp hand-to-hand combat ensued and disposed of the Germans with George accounting for 18 himself.”

Ingram and the company then came under heavy fire from over 100 Germans and up to 40 machine guns in a quarry. Ingram jumped into the quarry, charging the first post himself, shooting six German soldiers and capturing a machine gun. The Germans were soon overcome and 30 men surrendered.

Ingram then scouted ahead alone for ma-

chinegun nests and located one in a house, firing from a cellar. Ingram entered the house and he shot the gunner through the cellar ventilator then took another 30 Germans, prisoner.

Mr Crymble said throughout the day, Ingram showed the most splendid qualities of courage and leadership and freely exposed himself to enemy fire again and again under contempt for the dangers faced.

“By his example, he encouraged his men to keep up a constant fire on the enemy, that not only did he leave me a large toll on of casualties upon them, but was responsible for destroying counter-attacks on each front,” he said.

“What George experienced on that day was horrific. He would have looked into the faces of many of the 40 enemy soldiers that he killed, no Victoria Cross is more soaked with blood.

For the rest of his life, he could never bring himself to talk about the actions on that day.”

George Ingram was a life member of the Lilydale RSL and the President of the Seville Township Group Graham Black laid a wreath at his panel on behalf of both the Lilydale RSL and Seville Township Group.

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A Seville war hero was remembered on a rainy day at the recently completed Seville War Memorial, 104 years to the day on from his Victoria Cross-worthy feats of bravery.

George Ingram VC, MM grew up in Seville and became the Yarra Valley’s only Victoria Cross recipient and the 64th and last Australian to receive one during World War One. After an introduction from Seville War Memorial Committee representative Derry Aulich, Casey MP Aaron Violi spoke about Ingram’s connection to Seville.

“It’s so important that we recognise and remember the people and events of our military past and that we honour those who sacrificed for the freedoms that we enjoy today. George grew up in Seville with his two brothers and attended Seville State School, now Seville Primary School. He began his military career in his late teens when he joined the militia and served in the Australian Garrison Artillery on the big guns down at Queenscliff,” he said.

“I’ve got a nine-year-old son and to think that in another world, some seven or eight years from now he would be off to serve the country and it really is incomprehensible in today’s society.”

Ingram joined the Australian Imperial Force when World War One began and was sent to Rabaul in the then-German-controlled part of Papua New Guinea and manned guns at Simpsons Harbour for a year before contracting malaria. He returned to service only a week later and was sent to the Western Front in Europe with the 24th Battalion.

Mr Violi said so many good mates of Ingram’s were lost in battles on the Western Front, including both his brothers Alex and Ronald.

“He returned here to Seville to a heroes’ welcome and public service at the local hall. He was an original member of the Shrine Guard, and he served once again in the Second World War before passing away in 1961,” he said.

“George showed courage and dedication of service to his country that in many ways is beyond the comprehension of modern society. The lives that we all live today in modern Australia are a direct result of the sacrifice of George and the millions of servicemen and women who have and continue to serve our nation to protect our freedoms.”

The panel of the Seville War Memorial dedicated to George Ingram VC MM faces in the direction of his childhood home.

President of Mt Evelyn RSL Matt Crymble encountered Ingram’s acts on October 5 that earned him the Victoria Cross and said on October 4 1918, the 24th Battalion had just come out of the Battle of Beaurevoir when they suddenly received word that there would be one more battle.

“At dawn the next day they were to attack the village of Montbrehain and take the high ground near it which was a strongly held Ger-

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How Guide Dogs can help

By Renee Wood Guide Dogs Victoria ambassadors have visited the Yarra Valley to share with local residents the services they can provide and how you can support the charity.

Jacqui Bond and ambassador dog Delphi first met with Yarra Valley FM host Allan Collier, while Star Mail was also invited to sit down with Ms Bond to hear the latest about foundation.

Guide Dogs Victoria is well known for its work with assistance dogs however, Ms Bond said that the organisation has many other services that can support people with little to no vision.

“70 per cent of services don’t involve dogs – 70 per cent of those services are actually the practitioner team that will guide and support people,” Ms Bond said.

Their services include : orthoptic low Vision services, children’s mobility services, early childhood services, adult mobility services, acquired brain injury services, guide dog mobility, occupational therapy, peer support and use technology to enhance your independence.

The charity has seen a rise in demand for its services following the pandemic as its believed those needing help have held back asking for assistance.

Ms Bond said that the organisation is in need of more practitioners and puppy raisers to assist in raising future guide dogs.

“We’ve got a lot of puppies, and we need families and people who are prepared to raise a puppy for us for a year and give them a richer experience and take them out and help them have a positive experience as they grow up,” she said.

“Then we bring them back into the training kennels so that they can be then trained up as a guide dog and then matched with someone and genuinely change their lives.”

Residents in the Yarra Valley are encouraged to consider raising a puppy, with the local environment one that will help them gain much needed skills.

“Some of the dogs will be matched with clients in this area. So the more that they’re comfortable in this area going on bush tracks or going along seeing other animals or the different sights and smells, when they’re eventually matched it’s a much smoother transition to this environment.”

Next week is also National White Cane Day – a campaign that Guide Dogs Victoria backs with this years motto ‘look up, listen up and let me be’.

“We do an annual survey and 80 per cent of our cane users told us that their way was blocked at some point in the past year.

It’s about as you go along don’t be watching your screen everywhere - It’s about being aware that there are people in our community who have different sensory needs and they might not see you.

“Some people will tell us that they get knocked, they get their coffees knocked, and that really impacts confidence.”

A new community page has also been created earlier this year that is allowing people with low vision or blindness can connect on catchup.guidedogs.com.au It’s a free online national platform where people can share questions and advice, while also finding other people that may be near you to start a group catch up.

“It will be one of those things where the more people that get involved and sign up and contribute and talk – it will get stronger and stronger.”

Jacqui Bond and ambassador dog Delphi from Guide Dogs Victoria.

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Meet the new Wandin Yallock Primary principal

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Wandin Yallock Primary School has welcomed a new principal for the start of Term Four, with parents and students alike excited to get the opportunity to meet Judith Martin.

Ms Martin has been the principal at Gunbower Primary School near the Victoria-New South Wales border and is making the move to the Yarra Ranges to be closer to her sister in Emerald.

Ms Martin said her first was been wonderful.

“It’s a terrific school and everyone has been so welcoming,” she said.

“Last week feels like such a long time ago already, I’ve been getting to know the students, their families and the staff and visited people in their classrooms and the playgroup, that’s what the first week is all about.”

Ms Martin was also previously a permanent teacher at Echuca West Primary School for seven years.

Ms Martin said the good feel of the school stood out to her prior to applying for the position.

“Even just from the things they have shared on social media, on their Facebook page, or their website, I just got a good feel for it,” she said.

“It seemed to have such a great and positive culture to the school and I knew I’d love to and be proud to work here.”

Ms Martin is originally from Scotland and taught there for about 15 years. In 1998 she completed her first teaching exchange to Australia at Glengarry Primary School, and another at Rochester Primary School in 2002 before emigrating with her family in January 2006.

Ms Martin said she was surprised to

Wandin Yallock Primary School welcomed its new principal Judith Martin (centre) for the start of Term Four. Bottom L- Bottom R: Charlotte, Scott, Dakota, Jenson and Jack.

Picture: SUPPLIED have gotten the position.

“I knew I had obviously a big life change to make, having to move and settle down here, it’s a complete change, so it was quite surprising,” she said.

“I want us to continue to be a terrific community-minded school, where we’ll get to work together to flourish and to grow and to continue to develop as a school community.”

Ms Martin has a particular interest in art, spending time in nature and enjoying the company of her family and friends.

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Exhibit gets state praise

By Mikayla van Loon Yarra Ranges Heritage Network was commended for its collaborative and travelling exhibition ‘Power and the People: 150 Years of Local Government’ at a Victorian history awards evening.

The Network, a consortium of 18 groups from across the shire, received the Archival Survival Award at the 2022 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards night on Tuesday 4 October.

Accepting the award on behalf of the Network was chair Sue Thompson who said the recognition from the Victorian division of the Australian Museums and Galleries Association (AMaGA) was quite the honour.

“There was a real recognition that it’s a project that they can see being worthwhile and different,” she said.

“It was an innovative and different thing to what museum people are used to, most of them had an exhibition or a project that they put forward, that they developed.”

This project was designed to celebrate 150 years of local government in the Yarra Ranges area, telling stories of how the council and the people worked together to deliver outcomes for the region.

The judges said they enjoyed the positive perspective of how the community and government have been able to contribute to bettering the lives of residents in the Yarra Ranges.

“A great humble project that demonstrated innovation and creativity, showcased access and equity including diverse voices,” the judges said.

Ms Thompson said she accepted the award on behalf of all the contributing groups which included Friends and Relations of Gulf Station; Healesville and District Historical Society; History Group, Yarra Glen and District Living and Learning Centre History Group; Lilydale &

Archival Survival Award sponsor Angela Henricksen presented the award to Yarra Ranges Heritage Network chair Sue Thompson at the AMaGA Victoria awards night on Tuesday 4 October.

Picture: SIMON PETER FOX PHOTOGRAPHY District Historical Society; Monbulk Historical Society; Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead; Mooroolbark History Group; Mount Dandenong and District Historical Society; Mount Evelyn History Group; National Trust of Australia (Victoria) Dandenong Ranges Branch; Oonah Learning Centre; Healesville, Running Rabbits Military Museum; Save the Dandenongs League; Sherbrooke Foothills Historical Society; Southern Sherbrooke Historical Society; Upper Yarra Valley Historical Society; Yarra Ranges Regional Museum; and Yarra Valley Italian Cultural Group.

“The Yarra Ranges is one of the few municipalities that has that many groups and that doesn’t include RSL’s,” Ms Thompson said.

“Most municipalities have one or two history groups, they don’t have what we’ve got. Our

history is richer because we’ve got this spread of roots and involvement of these different people in all these individual groups that collect for their area.”

This was the first exhibition the Yarra Ranges Heritage Network had produced together, something Ms Thompson said would not have been possible without funding from the council.

“It wouldn’t have happened without your Yarra Ranges Council and it certainly wouldn’t have happened without the Regional Museum.

And when I say Yarra Ranges Council, I mean the council staff and councillors who supported the funding for the project in the first place.”

Yarra Ranges Mayor Jim Child said it was a fitting reward for all the hard work that local

volunteer organisations do in capturing and preserving the history of its community.

“This is wonderful recognition for not only the exhibition but the dedication and passion that each of these local community groups have for the history of their communities,” Cr Child said.

“This is a testament to the power of collaboration between community and the council to produce great outcomes, which fittingly is the theme of the exhibition itself.”

The Archival Survival award came with a $1000 prize which Ms Thompson said will be divided between each group.

“So the group now has a $1,000 donation of archival material, which is expensive to buy. So we have to work out how we are going to split it up amongst all the groups, because everybody always needs archival materials,” she said.

Creative Industries minister Steve Dimopoulos said each of the projects recognised with an award or nomination were examples of “creativity and dedication” of the sector.

“Congratulations to all and thank you for the work you do to preserve and share our history for future generations,” he said.

“Our museums, galleries and the people behind them, help showcase what makes Victoria such a vibrant, diverse and creative state.”

AMaGA Victoria represents over 1000 museums, galleries and community collecting organisations, with Executive Director Dr Ashley Robertson congratulating volunteers and staff.

“Together, we celebrate their individual and collective achievements and offer encouragement for future initiatives. On behalf of AMaGA Victoria, congratulations to this year’s winners and nominees.”

Power and the People: 150 Years of Local Government will remain on display at the Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre building until 23 February, before moving to Burrinja Cultural Centre on 27 February.

Branded Burgers and Bar a finalist for another award

By Callum Ludwig Branded Burgers and Bar in Seville is in the running for yet another award, having been nominated as a finalist for the Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards 2022.

This comes after they were deemed to have the best burger bar in Victoria and Tasmania at the 2022 VIC and TAS Australia Restaurant and Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence and are awaiting the National results later this month.

Co-owners Gina Bradner and Amanda Pearse said they were really chuffed to be selected as a finalist.

“We’ve worked really hard, particularly through Covid and now after it. To come out the other side of it and have been acknowledged and recognized for the work that we’ve done is really nice,” Ms Braidner said.

“It’s nice to our team and it’s nice for the community. It’s their venue as much as it is ours.”

Branded Burgers and Bar opened in 2017 and has gone on to become a popular eatery in town and among the community, becoming a proud sponsor of the Seville Football Netball Club and with over 7400 Facebook followers.

Ms Braidner said Amanda came in as per partner in crime early on and it took a little while for them to figure it all out but now it’s a very well-balanced business.

“Amanda’s and I’s strengths are totally opposite to each other, and that’s really helped balance our decisions. We’d love to encourage other women to put their best foot forward and to strike out and give it a go because anything’s possible if you have an idea, a dream and support around you,” she said.

“Believe in yourself and believe in your product,” said Ms Pearse.

Branded has also worked with Holy Fools, Soupies, the Victorian Brotherhood, the Pony Club, local primary schools and kindergartens and even hosted Santa when he lost his place at Chirnside Park a few years ago. mailcommunity.com.au

Perhaps another award will be soon featured on the front door at Branded.

Pictures: CALLUM LUDWIG Ms Braidner said aspiring business owners just need to reach out to people that they consider to be successful in business and have a chat and hear some stories and experiences.

“It’s really important to identify a need in the area. If you’re just coming along and start making burgers somewhere because someone is doing really well, it won’t work because there’s no need for it,” she said.

“We’ve really opened the door to support the community and in a variety of different things and so the door’s always open for them to come to us and as a result, they really support us as well.”

Coming up, Branded is set to release its ‘Gypsy’ burger for October’s Rett Syndrome Awareness Month, in honour of local girl Gypsy Lawrence who suffers from the rare genetic mutation. All proceeds from the sale of the burger will be donated to the Rett Syndrome Association of Australia.

They also have a Comedy Night coming up on Friday 11 November featuring Richard Stubbs, Matt O’Neil, Billy Stiles and Jarryd Goundrey that will go from 7.30pm to 11pm.

L-R: Branded Front of House staff members Renee Searby and Hilda Through enjoy a laugh while at work.

L-R: Branded Burgers and Bar Co-owners Gina Braidner and Amanda Pearse and Kitchen Staff Blake Lineham and Clarissa Fein are hoping to take out another award this year.

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Wine grant uncertainty

By Tyler Wright Peak industry body for Yarra Valley wine, Wine Yarra Valley, is calling on the federal government to continue the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door grant program, as concerns arise over the future of the key funding injection for wineries in the area.

Previously used by 12 businesses in the Yarra Valley, the program introduced by the former Coalition government has run for the three years; providing 29 per cent of the notional wholesale selling price of their eligible domestic cellar door sales.

Businesses have been able to receive a reimbursement of up to $100,000 (GST exclusive).

The usual application dates are believed to sit between 1 July for businesses, with applications closing around 30 September.

However, there are concerns over the future of the program, as there has been no time frame confirmed for 2021/2022 applications, leaving businesses concerned for their profability, cash- flow, and ability to employ staff.

Wine Yarra Valley CEO Caroline Evans said 95 per cent of wineries in the Yarra Valley are family-owned and operated and a significant employer of the community, and the absence of this grant program could potentially have a negative flow on into the community.

“The other important thing to note is we are still not out of the impact on business that happened over the pandemic and that our region, which is where tourism is such a significant part of the sales mix, we were closed as we’re considered Metro Melbourne, the better part of two years,” Ms Evans said.

“It would be, another blow on to all of these family businesses, that, it would be a difficult thing for them to have to, experience on top of everything that’s been going on, Ms Evans said The impact of the pandemic on businesses are ongoing, Ms Evans said, with staffing shortages impacting opening hours, and

Shadow Agriculture Minister David Littleproud and Casey MP Aaron Violi met with various winery managers to discuss the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door grant program.

Picture: TYLER WRIGHT hundreds of thousands of visitors to local wineries.

“I would really urge the government not to add to that pretty heavy load by either reducing or stopping the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door grants,” Ms Evans said.

Across the previous three rounds of the program, there have been 216 unique successful applicants.

With the funding total allocated funding for recipients capped at $10 million, wine busi-

nesses across Australia have only been receiving roughly 60 per cent of the funds they are entitled to due to over subscription.

Subsequently, Ms Evans is calling for the Wine Tourism and Cellar Door grant program to not only return under the new Federal Labor Government, but for the cap to be doubled to $20 million.

Liberal MP for Casey, Aaron Violi, said wineries have made investment decisions in the last financial year taking funding from the

grant program into consideration.

“When you’ve made assumptions based on that,,,you haven’t got that money or that cash lying around because you’re going to invest in your business, so it will have impacts on their day to day operations and their long term success,” Mr Violi said.

According to a federal government spokesperson, “all financial commitments made by the former government are being reviewed in the leadup to this year’s Budget”.

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Drive for FightMND

Paul Reid and Mathew Grayling with their kids Jake, Brayden, Declan and Keegan at St Brigid’s Primary School with their rally car.

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Dads hit the road

By Renee Wood Two Healesville dads will be driving from Mackay to Darwin among a convoy of 220 cars to raise funds for cancer research through the Cancer Council.

Paul Reid and Mathew Grayling are taking part in the Shitbox Rally – their second rally car drive after taking part in the Mystery Box Rally raising $13,000.

So far, the pair have raised $7000 for their next rally and on Friday 7 October St Brigid’s Primary School held a free dress day for a gold coin donation to support the cause.

The dads spoke about the cause and the students were able to get a close up look with the ’89 XF Falcon the pair have restored.

To sign up for the rally, teams must purchase a car worth no more than $1,500 and it must be 25 years or older.

“Matt and I spent two months when we bought the car every weekend, motor out of it, fixing it up, suspension, steering new brakes, all new radiators and hoses – everything to make sure its reliable for the big drive we’re going to do,” Mr Reid said.

The pair will be lying the flag for Healesville under the team name ‘Duct Tape and Cable Ties’ joining the drive to fight the disease that unfortunately touches many.

Keegan and Jake hope to one day join their dads.

“To help cancer research and to support friends and family who’ve died of cancer,” Mr Reid said.

“Everybody knows somebody that’s been affected,” Mr Grayling said.

“It’s the adventure of travelling around with 300 other people all like-minded people trying

to raise money,” Mr Reid said.

The two dads have children attending St Brigid’s Primary School who all thought it was great to share their efforts with the school.

Jake said, “I thought it was awesome because everyone donated and lots of money is going to cancer council.

“There will be heaps of things that he will do on the rally and they both get to do it together.”

Brayden said, “It was really awesome so everyone got to see things they hadn’t seen before.”

Keegan and Declan said their favourite part on the car is the funny horn that’s rings the Dukes of Hazzard - general lee’s dixie horn anthem.

“The horn sounded weird, that’s what most of my friend said,” Keegan said with a laugh.

Mr Reid and Mr Grayling will be heading up north this week before starting the rally on Saturday 15 October.

If you’d like to donate the cause visit – https://spring2022.shitboxrally.com.au/ducttape-and-cable-ties The team would like to thank their major sponsors Tom and Lisa at the Grand Hotel Healesville, Steve at Main St Quality Butchers, Bakers Delight and dozens of local businesses.

A Healesville group will be taking part in Daniher’s Drive to raise vital funds to help FightMND on its mission to find effective treatments and one day a cure for MND. The Robyn’s Rollers team is made up of Brett Stanley, Mark Guthrie and Matt Noonan.

Mr Stanley said this is their fourth year joining the fundraiser, raising over $30,000, and it came about after a close friend and work colleague lost his mother-in-law to the condition five years ago.

“It is important to continue as there has been much progress and many trials funded due to funds raised,” he said.

“The difficulty in the past two years has been the event has been cancelled due to Covid restrictions, limiting group fundraising events.”

The drive will see a convoy of 80 cars carrying more than 300 participants journey through regional Victoria raising awareness and funds for FightMND, travelling 895 kilometres from Thursday 13 October to Sunday 16 October.

Robyn’s Rollers had a goal to raise $5000 and they have since exceeded that but there’s still time to donate to the cause, with the total amount raised by all drivers running over a million dollars.

Mr Stanley said the most enjoyable parts of the drive are travelling and collecting funds from generous people in regional country towns, attending the evening fund raising entertaining benefits and the general camaraderie and friendships made along the way.

“My car is a 67 Chev Impala and being a bit different we thought it would be a good vehicle to do the drive in and raise funds.”

To support Robyn’s Rollers visit https://danihers.fightmnd.org.au/ robyn-s-rollers

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Returning Wandin Car and Bike Show raises excitement

By Callum Ludwig After a 2 year layoff as a result of Covid restrictions, the Wandin Rotary Custom Car and Bike Show is now returning for its first Show since January 2020.

Proudly hosted at the Wandin East Recreation Reserve since 2016, the Car Show has become a magnet for car enthusiasts right across Victoria, showcasing vehicles manufactured prior to 1985. All proceeds raised from entry fees to the Car Show are donated to the Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation, with the Rotary Club of Wandin proudly donating close to $100,000 to the Foundation with funds raised from previous shows.

Pat Cullen, Chair of Wandin Rotary’s Car Show Committee said it was just an amazing feeling to be back.

“We have had two years of lockdowns and restrictions, and we just can’t wait to hold the event again and get the community back together,” he said.

“We have literally had hundreds of people contact us through Facebook asking when the Car Show was returning because so many people don’t want to miss it.”

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L-R: Tony Knox, Heinz Budweg, Warwick Bisley (seated), Peter Johnson, Pat Cullen (holding poster), Marc Bartsch, Ray Barrett from the Rotary club of Wandin.

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back of an apple truck!

Local vendors will also be taking advantage of the great fundraising opportunity with the

Wandin Fire Brigade operating the BBQ, selling hundreds of hamburgers and sausages to raise valuable funds for the Brigade to purchase new equipment. The Inner Wheel Club of Wandin sells soft drinks, which helps them direct funds to local and international projects focused on women.

Mr Cullen said it takes a lot of work from our dedicated Rotary volunteers to put on this event, but it’s worth it.

“We are so happy to get support from the Seville Fire Brigade and the Wandin Cricket Club who also provide volunteers to make the show success,” he said.

“We just want to encourage everyone to attend on 26 October to see the return of the Show and enjoy the carnival atmosphere, it will be worth the wait.”

The Car Show will take place on Wednesday 26 October from 5pm to 10pm. member for Evelyn Bridget Vallence congratulated the Rotary Club of Wandin on the return of the Car Show.

“The Wandin Rotary Club is an amazing organisation who dedicate themselves to improving the lives of others. These local volunteers do a tremendous job caring for our local community.”

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Bird week artist focus

By Callum Ludwig A Warburton artist has taken note of Craft Victoria’s October-long Craft Contemporary and National Bird Week with an exhibition of her nest sculptures at the City Library in Melbourne.

Lori Kravos, who creates her work under the pseudonym Zora Verona in honour of her grandmothers, will have her The Art and Craft of Nests exhibition on show for the whole month, featuring 27 nest sculptures inspired by natural history collections held around the world.

Ms Kravos said the environment of Warburton is a huge catalyst for her work.

“I’ve got 35 bird species that live in my immediate area, just on my block alone and I’ve been lucky enough to observe some of the nests they’ve created. But I am so inspired by the flora as well, it’s amazing how I can forage materials that are similar or they have shares the same properties as materials birds use around the world,” she said.

“I’ve lived up in the Valley now for 16 years on Mount Little Joe, lived through the bushfires in 2009 and saw the sky turn orange in 2020 and wanted to create something to try and reconcile the damage. I thought the nest sculptures would be a way to honour the birds and billions of animals who died in the fires, as well as tell the stories of our bird life, which is disappearing all over the world.”

National Bird Week 2022 will be held from 17 to 23 October with the goal of inspiring Australians to take action and get involved in bird conservation efforts.

Ms Kravos said the nest sculptures are exploring human art and craft traditions and how they might have intersected between birds and humans throughout history.

“We weave, felt and stitch and birds are our oldest living relative to dinosaurs so it stands to reason that they were weaving, felting and stitching long before we were and perhaps we might have learned it from them,” she said.

“The Olduvai Gorge [in Tanzania] has some

Lori Kravos sources a number of materials from her Warburton surrounds. of the oldest humans remains found there with weaver birds found at the same level of an archaeological dig, and so it’s likely these weaver birds built basket-like nests which fell out of trees and inspired the species before Homo sapiens, Homo habilis with crafting techniques.”

Birdlife Australia also hosts an Aussie Bird Count event during National Bird Week, where people are encouraged to head anywhere outside and record any birds they encounter for 20 minutes in their Aussie Bird Count app or website, which also has useful information for identifying any unfamiliar species.

Ms Kravos said she is really excited by the opportunity to show off her works.

“It’s such a strong artist community up in the Yarra Valley and a number of the local artists have inspired my own journey. We often get opportunities to exhibit locally, but not further afield so hopefully it’s inspiring for them to see as well,” she said.

“The whole reason I create is so that people can be inspired by how incredible our natural world and wildlife are and I know that if people learn something about how incredible these animals are, they’ll be inspired to protect them.

When I had my exhibition locally, that was the thing that came out of it, most people said that ‘I’ll never look at a bird in the same way again, I’ll never dismiss them as just a bird.’”

Lori Kravos hard at work on a piece.

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‘Zora’s Nest’.

Writer shares his mental health journey through poetry

By Callum Ludwig A self-published writer is sharing his lived experiences of mental illness in Warburton as part of a book tour.

Luke O’Brien’s book ‘I Don’t Want To Pressure You, But I See The Best In You’ is a firsthand account of his experiences since being diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder in 2016 through the medium of poems.

Mr O’Brien said the book is a really honest portrayal of mental health.

“It has been about two years in the making, and I was going through some difficult periods with my mental health over the years. The lockdowns for many of us, and especially people with mental health problems and struggles, really affected them,” he said.

“I utilised the time I had when I was not feeling great to create and write poetry and started from 2016 and wrote down my experiences in poetry form. It’s not a self-help book or a guidebook, it’s just about the development of my mental illness to where I am at the moment now, with being able to work, support myself and live in my own place.”

Mr O’Brien will be visiting Koha Community Cafe in Warburton on Saturday 15 October from 6pm.

The writer said the main thing he wants people to take away from it is that people will see the best in you, and you can see the best in you.

“It could also be something that helps them see that it’s okay to talk to people, it’s okay to cry, it’s okay to paint your nails, it’s okay to do a lot of things that we potentially mailcommunity.com.au

believe isn’t the right thing to do, especially as a man,” he said.

“There are always things that can better you and you deserve that. I really wanted to try and get people able to understand and be okay with what they’ve done in the past or even are currently doing.

“They’re more than their mental illness and are more than maybe what they’re currently believing they are.”

Mr O’Brien’s journey has seen him face a lot of mental turmoil and challenges, battling with substance misuse, his own suicide attempts and self-harm and the loss of a close friend to suicide, which has further dissuaded him from making attempts on his own life after seeing the effects it had on himself and others close to the individual.

Mr O’Brien said the decision to check himself into the mental health ward at a hospital was one of the big points of his life.

“I was there for three or four days under supervision, because I was suicidal. It was a very sobering point in my life as well.”

Mr O’Brien said a moment that he will also never forget was when he was working as a tradie and one day he broke down on site.

“It was the amount of crying I’d held in for so long, and trying to come to terms with being someone that was working in a male-dominated industry where I thought I couldn’t show any emotion and it pushed me to drink a lot and punish myself.

“What I try to say is each time that happens, when you are trying to pick the pieces up, to not be as hard on yourself as I guess

I was and try and build back up the life that you have.”

Previous shows were held in Melbourne and Northcote over the last month, and Warburton is the final stop.

Mr O’Brien said the first two shows have been incredible with people that have come in and the conversations that have been had afterwards.

“What I encourage people to do is if they do come, it’s a safe space, it’s going to be an event that I want to cater to people that may be experiencing anxiety, that may be experiencing depression, that may be feeling like they don’t belong, and create a space that is really accepting of that,” he said.

“I really want people to come from all walks of life, and have a night that encourages and advocates and shows that mental illness isn’t going to destroy your life.”

Mr O’Brien’s book can be bought here: www.fruitylex.bigcartel.com/product/i-dont-want-to-pressure-you-but-i-see-the-bestin-you Tickets to the show can be bought for $5.65 here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ p o e t r y- m u s i c - a n d - u n a p o l o g e t i c - v u l nerability-tickets-430280369167?utmc a m p a i g n = s o c i a l & u t m content=attendeeshare&utmmedium=discover y&utm-ter m=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb If this conversation has raised any issues for you and you need information or support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, Mr O’Brien also encouraged anyone with any questions about the event to reach out to him privately at lukay7801@gmail.com

Luke O’Brien will be opening up about his experiences with mental illness in Warburton.

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Fundraiser for Koha

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The Yarra Valley ECOSS Upcycle space.

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Bike fixing skills

By Callum Ludwig Bike riding enthusiasts or just those who are looking to add a new skill to their bow are more than welcome to enrol in an eight-week bike maintenance course.

Box Hill Institute and Yarra Valley ECOSS have teamed up to provide the course, which is utilising ECOSS’ Upcycles space which was recently built by volunteers after funding was received from Sustainability Victoria.

Yarra Vally ECOSS Executive Officer Chelsea McNab said the courses are open to anyone aged 17 or over that is not enrolled at school.

“We’re really excited to be able to offer it and we hope people sign up because the intention of the space was to have opportunities for courses like this. We are really happy Box hill Institute came on board and wanted to do this straight away,” she said.

“Fortnightly, we run a series of bike maintenance courses as well for school children or those who couldn’t come during the week.

That’s facilitated by Damian Auton, a wellknown competitive mountain biker who has computed all over the world and is the founder of the Cog Bike cafes.”

The sessions will run for eight weeks on Thursdays from 13 October, from 10am to 2.30pm. A concession fee for the whole course is $22.50 or the full fee costs $73.80.

Ms McNab said courses like this empower people to be able to do things themselves and learn important skills.

The courses h are really simple from learning how to set your bike up so that it’s really comfortable for your body and comfortable to learning to change a flat or fix your brakes which a lot of people don’t know how to do, including me,” she said.

“You can also go to the next level in certain

Damian Auton tinkering away in the Upcycle space. skills, all the way to learning to fix hydraulic brakes, which is a bit of specialist skill. People pay a lot of money to get these things done and perhaps, they can do it themselves.”

The eight-week course will teach people how to recognise main bike parts and how they integrate with each other, tool recognition and their uses, diagnosing and solving mechanical problems, dealing with common damage and learning how to perform on-ride repairs.

Ms McNab said these programs are really important for providing greater access to riding and other activities.

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change ideas, and perhaps they make a friend that they can go riding with, find out good ways to ride to work, or maybe just get more inspired and feel a sense of community with a common interest,” she said.

“Bike riding can also play a big part in reducing carbon emissions, and is a good option with the cost of fuel through the roof. We really need to start looking at bikes as a sensible means of transport.”

For further information or details on how to enrol for the Box Hill Institute course call 8892 1717 or email preaccred@cae.edu.au.

For those interested in ECOSS’ fortnightly sessions they can contact Damian Auton at upcycles@ecoss.org.au.

A much-needed fundraiser for the wellutilised Koha Community Cafe and Space in Warburton is set to take place at the end of the month.

The Last Hoorah Bazaar is back as a trash and treasure market aiming to encourage attendees to give unwanted items a second life.

Organiser Melanie Bouck said after two years of Covid lockdowns that have restricted fundraising opportunities, it’s a good time to host the market.

“Rehoming items is in line with many of our values at Koha Community Cafe, we are all about sustainability and we don’t want to fill up landfill,” she said.

“We want to encourage people to have a second-hand mindset towards giving these items life when they just don’t need to go to the tip.”

There also be a bake sale and sausage sizzle (with vegetarian options), with all funds going towards the operational costs of the Koha Community Cafe and Space.

Ms Bouck said there are so many uses for items that other people no longer want.

“Making the most of unwanted second-hand items is a great opportunity to save lots of money and the environment.

Particularly up here in Warburton, there might be stuff that people might find handy to buy at the market because let’s face it, everything is so far away up here,” she said.

“For instance, I need a new tap for my laundry sink so hopefully someone has a tap that I could buy off them for 50 cents.”

There will also be second-hand clothes, plants and craft work from local crafters among many other potential bargains at the market on Saturday 29 October from 11am. It will be held in the Koha Community Space itself and a table can be booked by anyone wanting a space to sell for $10.

Contact Melanie Bouck at 0425 831 852 to book a table or for any other enquiries.

The Koha Community Space is hosting a much-needed fundraising market for second-hand items.

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Alpine Hotel brings Munich to Warburton for Oktoberfest

By Callum Ludwig The Alpine Hotel in Warburton is donning their lederhosen, cleaning their beer steins and crumbing their schnitzel for an Oktoberfest celebration.

From Friday 7 October through to Sunday 9 October, The Alpine Hotel is decked out for the Bavarian traditional festival, with Warburton striking a few similarities to the alpine regions in Germany.

Owner Rachael Northwood said normally October is a quiet time in Australia, but it’s a good opportunity to get a beer in hand and enjoy the springtime.

“It’s great for getting you out with friends after hibernating through winter and bringing the community together for a different culinary experience,” she said.

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L-R: Chelsea Szabo, Ollie McCelland and Kellie Simmonds are prepared in their lederhosen for Oktoberfest.

Picture: CALLUM LUDWIG Warburton has a relatively strong German population, with 4.8% of the population listing German ancestry and 0.8% having been born in the country according to the 2021 Census, the most of any non-Anglo country.

Hotel Manager James Stewart said it was a good opportunity to bring something different to the Yarra Valley.

“Especially with Covid, events had been stagnant and mainly it will just be a bit of fun.

It will hopefully bring a bit of spirit to the town

and the venue as we get closer to fully opening,” he said.

“The venue is fairly limitless as to what we can do which why we can put something on like this, we have a lot of seats to fill and space for everyone. These things help invite as many different groups of people, celebrating different cultures and different foods. We are a hotel first, but is definitely a pub element as a public house.”

Despite renovations still ongoing at the Alpine Hotel to bring a new state of the art kitchen, the chefs will be making a fantastic effort to deliver a variety of German dishes such as platters of cured pork meats, pickles and cheeses, Bratwurst and a whole pigs knuckle as well as strudel for desert.

A number of German and Austrian-style beers will also be available such as Trumer pilsners and Erdinger Schofferhofer wheat beer with specials on Schnapps and Jagermeister.

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Countdown to the election begins Soon, you’ll be asked to decide who will represent you and the local community at the state election in November. Elections are historic events. They demonstrate the strength of our democratic rights and freedoms and can change and improve the way we are governed.

It has been a privilege and an honour to serve our community as your local MP, and I haven’t wasted a minute over the past four years working to achieve better services and outcomes for our community. Whether it be advocating for better health, mental health and aged care services, better and safer roads, more reliable public transport or to improve the learning environment for school students, I’ll always stand up for the issues that matter most to our community.

After listening to many people, businesses, and community groups across our community, I’ve pledged that if the Victorian Liberals are elected to Government in November, we will allocate $8 million to build a new SES unit in the Dandenong Ranges, $5 million for

State of

Affairs Bridget Vallence Evelyn MP

road safety upgrades on Warburton Highway in Seville East, around $16 million to upgrade primary schools in Wandin North, Mt Evelyn, Coldstream, and Mooroolbark, and $1 million to redevelop the Coldstream sports pavilion.

Currently, our biggest challenge is that Victoria’s health system is in crisis and sadly one of the lowest funded in Australia. The Productivity Commission found Victoria has fewer hospital beds per person than any other state except Western Australia. The Maroondah Hospital is our closest major public hospital to receive emergency care and health

treatments but is stretched and desperately needs the upgrades that were promised by the Andrews government in 2018 but never delivered. Our Liberal plan includes investing $400 million to upgrade and expand Maroondah Hospital with more beds, a new emergency department and ICU, nurse training facilities, and increased mental health services.

It’s time our community gets the healthcare it deserves.

Furthermore, Victoria is headed for a troubling record $167 billion debt, and cost of living is increasing. Under a Liberal government, we pledge no new taxes and will legislate a debt cap.

I’m asking for your support to continue to recover and rebuild after the pandemic and the storms and be a strong voice to ensure our community gets its fair share. Together, we’ve achieved a great deal, but there’s always more to do. I’m determined to keep fighting to achieve the best possible outcomes for our local community. With your support, I will keep delivering for our community.

Funny French thriller is restlessly tense Restless Starring Frack Gastambide, Michaël Abiteboul and Simon Abkarian Rated MA15+ 4.5/5 A French remake of the South Korean film A Hard Day, Restless is a compelling, darkly funny action thriller.

After hiding a body resulting from a hitand-run, corrupt cop Thomas’s (Franck Gastambide) life unravels when he is blackmailed by a fellow cop.

The first act sees Thomas take ingeniously desperate measures to hide the man he ran over in his mother’s coffin, and establishes important details such as Thomas’s family and his loyal colleague Marc (Michaël Abiteboul).

As suspicion tightens around him and he is forced to revisit his macabre deed, Thomas and the viewer gain insight into the man he accidentally killed and the depth of corruption in his precinct, and Simon Abkarian is very amusing as Marelli, the suave sociopath blackmailing him.

The film’s tight, steady pacing draws tension from Thomas’s worsening situation, but the third act is almost an inversion of the first act, as Thomas uses his ingenuity to turn the tide against Marelli.

The performances feel natural, the dialogue is frequently witty and the action is sparse but impactful, with the climax featuring an impressive explosion-based stunt.

The only weak link is the internal affairs investigation in the opening, which feels like a redundant plot-point.

It’s often hard to discuss films like Restless – simple, very well-constructed films – but Restless stands out for its humour and strong sustained suspense, and is available for streaming on Netflix.

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How the past informs the future This is the third in a series of three articles featuring the 2022 Cities of Literature Meeting hosted by Melbourne, our own UNESCO City of Literature since 2008.

At the 2022 Cities of Literature Network Meeting in Melbourne, representatives from cities around the world discussed the important question: “How will the last five years impact your next five years?”

At the “Reader Development” Roundtable, participants discussed action plans to sustain organisational growth and their advocacy to government, promote reading and literacy, facilitate reader participation and interaction, and enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in the distribution of access and resources.

Equally critical is to gather and understand data that facilitate the implementation of all these plans.

A great variety of insights and perspectives were shared. For example, Dominique Lemieux from Quebec highlighted the city’s efforts to “go to the public to find the reader”, inviting not only teachers and librarians but also doctors and nurses to serve as “reading ambassadors”. Damjan Zorc from Ljubljana also reported how coupons and word games were used to connect with families and young readers in that city.

Carmen Casares from Granada explained how Spain is hard at work bridging community and culture via theatre. Through the renowned Festival of Puppet Theatre “Quiquiriquí”, the city connects citizens with artists, providing visibility and training to emerging talents while facilitating their dialogues with more established and experienced colleagues.

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PASSION FOR PROSE WITH CHRISTINE SUN Christine Yunn-Yu Sun, Star Mail book reviewer.

In terms of meeting readers where they are, Natalie Mason from City of Melbourne Libraries presented an excellent example.of providing community-driven collections and programs through a series of “pop-up libraries”.

Designed to support present and future readers as Melbourne emerges from lockdown, the initiative sets out to establish eight themed libraries across the city for a period of 12 months. Among these is the “Feed Your Mind” library at Queen Victoria Market, which features books, author talks and workshops focused on good food. Meanwhile, the library at Federation Square encourages kids to explore worlds of fiction, science and history. The Express Book Bar in Little Collins Street offers popular business, cooking and travel titles to those “needing a book in a hurry”, while the Lygon Street Biblioteca invites readers to peruse its collection of bestsellers, new fiction and classic titles.

In terms of reader feedback, different organisations have their own ways to under-

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stand and cater for public needs. For example, the Dublin International Literary Award invites readers across the world to nominate a novel written in English (or in English translation) through their libraries. In Norwich, a community-led advisory group works with an artist-led panel to assist the board of the National Centre for Writing.

In Dunedin, the New Zealand Young Writers Festival works with presenters and participants to ensure a safe environment is provided for young people wanting to try “something new and unfamiliar”. In Melbourne, Kids’ Own Publishing co-creates and publishes books by kids for kids so that young people can help determine “who is making the decision” and “whose voice gets celebrated”.

Finally, both Australian Poetry and PEN Melbourne emphasised the importance of honouring reader safety and sensitivity – not just showing awareness of feedback, but to demonstrate efforts to respect and willingness to change.

What’s on Kemp’s curtain call The 1812 Theatre The History Boys.

The 1812 Theatre’s October production was Alan Bennett’s The History Boys. A story of a mythical boys grammar school in the north of England where the headmaster wants it t be an up and coming school and the students are preparing for entrance exams to Cambridge and Oxford Universities.

A large cast of 12 students, three teachers and the Headmaster.

The director, Daxter Burke chose the intimate theatre The Bakery at 1812 to give the audience more feeling of the story. The eight students gave stirling performances particularly as some had only done school plays. Their accents were good, their French was good and the acting great.

Hector, the old fashioned teacher who was not quite what he seemed was given an excellent portrayal by Peter Maver. Who handled the role with professionalism.

Irwin was the new teacher brought in by the Headmaster as a modern style teacher to bring a modern feel to the school. Well interpreted by Blake Singer who caught the character as envisaged by the author. A great performance.

The only lady teacher in the school was Mrs Lintott played by Marianne Collopy. Another superior performance with Collopy capturing the essence of such a character.

A great presentation by the 1812 Theatre keeping up their high standard of performance.

The show finishes Saturday October 29.

Bookings:> 9758 3964 The Basin Theatre Gentlemen Incorporated.

The Basin theatre decided as the last two years have been too dramatic that this October, they would give their audiences some light relief.

Gentlemen Incorporated was the answer. A light-hearted comedy about Damien who runs a male escort business.

When his old friend Marc turns up unexpectedly, Damien offers him a job. Little did they know that Marc’s mother is one of Damien’s clints and Marc’s girlfriend’s boss s another of Damien’s clients.

Gordon Boyd was Damien, a great chrematistic of such a role and added to his good portrayal his timing along with that of Laell Melita as mother with door to door entry timing was a delight and spot on. As Marc’s mother Laell Melita gave a stirling performance, capturing the role as envisaged Her son Marc was well played with gusto by James Ness. An energetic performance and his outlook on life as Marc was suddenly changed.

Marc’s girl friend Isabelle was played

by Elise D’Amico. A good portrayal of the girl who thought she was deserted but NO Marc was back in her life.

Isabelle’s boss and customer of Damien, Marion, was played by AudreyMaeve Barker. Another good interpretation of the character.

The stage was set in two parts, Damien’s home and office and on audience left was Marion’s office. A well set stage with the obligatory six doors as in every farce which were put to good use and as previously mentioned , goof timing in the use of same.

A great evening of fun with plenty of laughs from the audience who thoroughly enjoyed the evening.

The show finishes Saturday October 16.

Bookings: 1300 7884 668.

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WANDIN SILVAN FIELD DAYS 2022

Welcome from president Welcome to the 2022 Wandin Silvan Field Days – for a 53rd year.

Not been able to run for the previous two years due to the pandemic, we are back full of excitement and enthusiasm for a successful event.

I have been a Committee member for many years, but this is my first year as President.

In replacing William Anker, I look forward to continuing his efforts and the challenge of increasing the profile and maintaining the high interest in this important local event.

I would also like to welcome Chris Manders as our new treasurer, replacing Geoff Peacock in the role he held for an impressive 29 years – a role and feat very much appreciated by all.

With the weather looking like a wet spring, I hope it can be dry for us for at least a few days over our event.

From the long-serving committee members, to exhibitors past and present, to the numerous community group volunteers and the all important patrons, I thank you all.

Without your support and participation we would not have maintained our event for such a long period of time.

Our Field Days not only provide the opportunity to see the latest in farm machinery, technology and related services, but continue as a great opportunity to catch up and network with others in the industry and local area.

A diverse range of machinery and equipment will again be on display - tractors, irrigation supplies, spray equipment, and water tanks.

Farm maintenance needs are covered with exhibits of such as lawn mowers, chainsaws and wood splitters.

Stalls with various tools, garden supplies and work wear are also scattered around the event.

The Wandin Silvan Field Days will be open to the public: 8.30am - 5.00pm Friday 14 October.

8.30am - 4.00pm Saturday 15 October.

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President Brad Finger welcomes everyone back to the Wandin Silvan Field Days.

Local schools provide catering at the Field Days ensuring that there is a constant variety of food for exhibitors from early in the morning until late in the day.

As well as the social networking opportunity, this provides them an important fundraising opportunity and we encourage you to take advantage of their delicious refreshments.

The Field Days committee recognise the many hours volunteered by our local CFA Groups who greatly assist in the organisation

of the event.

In return, proceeds from gate entry fees are donated back to them to assist in the on-going operations of the vital role they play in our communities.

In addition to the main displays there are a number of lifestyle and general interest stalls featuring, with something of interest for everyone.

The popular Yarra Valley Machinery Preservation Society will again be displaying and operating their Farm Machinery of yesteryear.

We also have draught horses on display, an amazing demonstration of chainsaw carving and Black Snake productions doing educational talks on snake awareness.

I think that you will agree there is something of interest for the whole family at the Field Days.

With a willing and supportive committee behind me, I look forward to welcoming you all as we celebrate the 53rd annual Wandin Silvan Field Days.

- Brad Finger

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Entire range on display RedGum Products will be in attendance at the Wandin Silvan Field Days and we will have our entire range of log splitters and chippers on display and in action.

Since 2008, RedGum Products has supplied over 30,000 log splitters and wood chippers to the Australian market, making us the country’s leading supplier of Honda-powered log splitters and chippers.

All RedGum-branded products are highperformance machines supported by an extensive network of 140+ dealers across Australia.

To celebrate our return to the Wandin Silvan Field Days after a 2 year gap, we will be offering $300 OFF the RedGum Deluxe Log Splitter (RRP $3299) and the RedGum Deluxe Lifter-Splitter (RRP $3789).

These premium yet Heavy-Duty logsplitters are backed by our “Money Back Guarantee” and will split any firewood and get the job done.

We will have on display the very popular RedGum Electric Logsplitter (RRP $1799) compact yet powerful, simply plug it in and start splitting your wood.

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This log splitter is powered by a 230V electric motor and has a 3-pin plug, making it ideal for home owners and domestic users.

We will also be celebrating the launch of the RedGum 25000 Super V Vertical Lifter-Splitter, which splits with OVER 25,000kgs of Force.

This powerful log splitter, driven by a Honda GX200 engine and a special German-grade Steel Wedge, can cut through the toughest Australian wood! It also has a Hydraulic Log-Lifting Table, which allows you to split logs for hours without experiencing any back pain.

Only at the Wandin Silvan Field Days will you be able to see this impressive machine in action.

Visit us at Site K6 - K8 (Front Oval) at the Wandin Silvan Field Days for a wide display and demonstration of log splitters, chippers and accessories.

Visit www.RedGumProducts.com.au or Call 1300 039 251 for more information or to find a RedGum dealer near you.

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There will be old and new tractors for attendees to look at.

The Machinery Preservation Society has worked hard to preserve historic machinery.

Something for everyone Always a popular event among locals, it originally hosted a small number of tractors and farm machinery with a couple of white tents scattered throughout a single oval.

Gruyere farmer Peter Burgi is one still around that attended the first festival in 1969.

He recalled a different scene from what visitors will see at the festival today.

“It was just a circle of exhibitors around the East Wandin Cricket Ground,” he said.

“It was a beautiful day, not a cloud in the sky.

“It was primarily designed to show off the new equipment that was available, more of a machinery field day.”

The event originally started as a means for people to source information and network with others in the industry.

“When we first started there was no internet and no mobile phones so you had to work to get your information,” Mr Burgi said.

“You could come along to the field days and talk to the people that were selling things and compare them on the site.”

Wind the clock forward to today and the festival has grown into a much larger event, not only for the agriculture and horticulture industry but also other types of businesses and even families.

“It’s changed from purely a farmers’ day to cater for women and children and for people that don’t have the interest in farming,” Mr Burgi said.

Upon arrival at this year’s event, visitors will still notice the distinct horticultural and farm machinery theme that has become key to the festival.

A wide range of exhibitors will attend from across the country to display farm machinery, light industrial equipment, motor vehicles, irrigation equipment and water tanks, plus information on the latest pest and weed control, fertilisers and chemicals.

Those attending will not only see the latest in farm machinery, technology and related services but also have the chance to network with others in the industry.

But the event is not just for those who are interested in agriculture and horticulture - organisers said there would also be plenty for the

Wandin Silvan Field Days makes its return for 53rd year. entire family to do.

The Information and Lifestyle Pavillion will host special interest exhibitors selling a range of different things such as food, wine, craft, nursery produce, clothing, jewellery and much more.

The Heritage Draught Horse Club will attend to display and promote the use of draught horses in bygone days.

Robby Bast, Chainsaw Sculptor, will be demonstrating his amazing craft.

As much as the festival has changed over the years, Mr Burgi said it was a big achievement to have kept the social aspect of the event going for such a long time.

“To be able to run it for over 50 years is a pretty fair effort,” he said. “(I enjoy) meeting people that you don’t see on a regular basis...talking to the exhibitors that you’ve probably known for many years.

“I’ve made some very good friends over the years.”

The Wandin Silvan Field Days will be held on 14 and 15 October this year at the Wandin East Recreation Reserve in Wandin East.

Machinery Preservation Society will be joining the Field Days.

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South Australian couple, Arnd and Heidi Enneking bring an infectious passion to their uniquely Australian brand.

Cordless secateurs for foot paring and pruning.

An innovative solution At Mobishear Australia innovation is in the blood.

South Australian couple, Arnd and Heidi Enneking, bring an infectious passion to their uniquely Australian brand.

As experienced and passionate farmers they have a wealth of experience dealing with the challenges of life on the land.

Now, with their own brand of Mobishear Australia based at Mount Barker, they are working to bring their innovative solutions

to a wider audience.

Cutting the cord As the first Australian brand to offer a completely cordless shearing handpiece and more recently 100 per cent cordless secateurs for foot paring & pruning, Mobishear are delivering on customer’s requests for simpler tools that are truly cordless.

Add to that a two year warranty and fast parts support and you get an Australian brand that more & more customers are trusting for

their cordless equipment needs.

Their experience as farmers influences everything they do as a business. “We don’t sell anything until it has proven it’s worth in Australian conditions,” said Arnd.

Old-fashioned ag industry service Asked about their emphasis on service, Arnd said: “Customer service is the focus of our business.

We know that in farming there are never enough hours in the day, and we know that

your equipment needs to be ready when you need it. When you buy a Mobishear, whether on-line or through your local Ag store, we make sure the relationship does not end with the sale. We offer full parts and technical support to keep you moving during your busiest time.”

More info at www.mobishear.com.au The Mobishear team will be at the Wandin Silvan Field Days and look forward to sharing their products with you.

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The mighty 336 hp Deutz-Fahr 9340 TTV Warrior pictured at Seville Tractors.

Deutz-Fahr chair, Aldo Carozza, pictured with Matthew Giordano and Gerard Darveniza from Seville Tractors.

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Honoured by top gong It is a unique day when the head of one of the world’s biggest agricultural manufacturers is on hand to personally congratulate a local tractor and machinery dealer for their performance.

That proud moment took place in September.

At a special function organised by importer and distributor, PFG Australia, some 270 dealers, suppliers, guests and partners were in attendance as the chair of SAME Deutz-Fahr, Aldo Carozza, awarded ‘Deutz-Fahr dealer of

the year’ to Matthew Giordano and Gerard Darveniza of Seville Tractors.

Given the booming ag industry and competition from other dealerships across the state and the nation, it is quite the accolade.

“We’re delighted with the award and it feels like a lot of hard work is paying off,” says Gerard. “To have the leadership of Deutz-Fahr recognise who we are and how we operate is really special.

“Obviously, none of this takes place without a loyal and valued customer base. We also have

a great team, a fantastic suite of products, and all the guys here love the industry and its challenges.”

Seville Tractors is based right in the heart of the Yarra Valley, with its sales and service reach extending beyond Yea to the north, Pakenham to the south and, of course, all through the lush and verdant wine growing regions.

The latest Deutz-Fahr tractors are on display, including the mighty Warrior range, and the team stocks all manner of machinery and genuine parts. Know-how and exemplary old-

fashioned service are thrown in for good measure.

Said one customer recently after taking delivery of a brand new Deutz-Fahr 6G Agrotron: “Their back up service is terrific and they’re always happy to help.”

Come and see for yourselves. Say g’day to Gerard and Matt and experience the Seville Tractors difference.

For more details please visit www.sevilletractors.com.au or call (03) 5964 4649

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The key to healthy soil

Home gardener Biolink range.

It’s the combination and the interactions these have in the soil that makes the difference” explained Biolink co-owner Kevin Beecroft.

The six powerful live microbial groups in Biolink organic fertiliser and soil stimulants are: Enterococcus Faecalis, Lactobacillus Group, Pediococcus pentosaceus, Aspergillus Group, Bacillus Subtilis and Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

The Biolink range also uses the power of humic fulvic acid, a key ingredient used to boost the bioavailability of organic nitrogen and reduce the use of synthetic fertilisers.

Visit www.biolink4plants.com.au for more information about restoring the health of your soil.

Kev and Graham from Biolink.

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It’s no secret that much of our soil is tired.

Chemical fertilisers, pesticides, pollution, erosion, and intensive agriculture have stretched healthy soils to the limit.

To help restore the natural abundance and sustainability of soil, we now know that increasing the microbial activity is transformative.

Biolink is an Australian owned company committed to supporting growers and home gardeners achieve more sustainable, profitable crops and gardens. Their microbial-based range of natural fertilisers, soil stimulants, and animal probiotics are helping to restore soils and grow healthier plants and animals.

Biolink Ignition speeds up the composting process, helping to re-incorporate rich organic material back into the soil for increased moisture, nutrient and water holding ability.

Combined with conventional fertilisers, Biolink Bio-Hum helps maintain nutrients, boosts uptake and reduces losses of essential nutrients needed for your plants to thrive.

Biolink’s garden range of Sprinkle and Soak, Germinator and Biolink Brew fertilisers tea bags are a winner with home gardeners, reviving the soil through biologicals and creating the perfect environment for vegetables, fruit trees and ornamentals plants to grow.

New Opti-Gut is an animal probiotic for cattle, sheep, pigs, horses, fish, dogs, and cats.

It’s working wonders to build a healthy biome, supplement inadequate diets, and support overall animal wellbeing.

“Based on research both here and overseas, we’ve blended six microbial groups that researchers, gardeners, and farmers in the field, have found to boost microbial activity in the soil and plant growth. The benefits are not just the high number of microbials in our products.

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EXCLUSIVE OFFER

2 YEAR / 30,000KM FREE SCHEDULED SERVICING ON ALL MAZDA BT-50 UTES* (PRODUCE THIS ADVERT TO QUALIFY FOR THIS OFFER)

Our state of the art modern showroom and large display areas allow customers to casually browse the great range of Mazda Vehicles.

Our friendly staff are specialists who are proud of their association with Mazda, and look forward to assisting you when searching for your new or used vehicle.

395 Maroondah HWY, Ringwood, Melbourne, VIC, 3134 Ph (03) 9870 9322 ringwoodmazda.com.au

Private Buyers Only. * Applies to all BT-50 Models sold before 31/10/2022, unless extended, varied or while stocks last at participating Mazda Dealers. 2 years free scheduled servicing applies to up to two standard scheduled services (as specified in the Service Warranty Booklet) for the first two years or 30,000km, whichever comes first. Free scheduled maintenance services must be redeemed within specified service windows and is of limited scope. Not available with other offers. Ts&Cs apply.

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For more than 26 years Ringwood Mazda have been selling and servicing new and used vehicles in Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs.

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Ride in to meet the team Ride On Mowers Sales in Healesville will be setting up at the Wandin Silvan Field Days, showcasing the latest mowers and garden care equipment and to discuss the services they provide.

Husband and wife Peter and Suzanne Sommers have been in business for seven years and have ride on mowers and push mowers for

sale from various brands including Cub Cadet and Rover.

They service all brands of mowers and also sell Elstar Agboss quad bikes tippers.

When you visit the business, you are likely to meet someone from the three person team, which includes Jason. A long standing and knowledgeable team member.

They are driven to supply goods and services of a high standard and stand out for their great customer service and products.

Ride On Mowers Sales strive to give you truthful unbiased information on any and all products they have to offer to make you feel comfortable with your purchase.

You have the backing of in shop servicing

and repairs, if you have a problem should one arise the team is here to help.

There are pick up and delivery options available for repairs plus new purchases.

Visit the team at 214 Maroondah Highway, Healesville or say hello at the Wandin Silvan Field Days.

Enjoy Mowing this Spring!

We have the Lawn Mower for you. Come and see us at the Field Days for personalised service.

Ride on Mowers has a great selection of Cub Cadet & Rover mowers to suit your mowing requirements.

Great after sales service, parts & great range of mowers

Daniela

Visit us at Ride on Mower Sales 214 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville Email: rideonmowersales@bigpond.com

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All your mowing needs The RedShed - Melbourne’s Mower Centre will be in attendance at the Wandin Silvan Field Days and we will have a huge range of outdoor power equipment like Ride Ons, Lawnmowers, Robotic Automowers, Chainsaws, Log splitters, Generators and Battery gear on display.

For over 20 years, The RedShed - Melbourne’s Mower Centre has been Melbourne’s Largest Stockist of Lawn Mowers and Outdoor Power Equipment at Melbourne’s BEST prices, assisting tens of thousands of people in finding the right product or machine to get their outdoor jobs done properly.

The friendly RedShed team will offer Expert Advice to make those outdoor chores even easier. The RedShed carries a large selection of high-quality products for both homeowners and commercial operators.

When you need a quality mower or powered product for your home or garden maintenance, The RedShed is the place to go.

Ride Ons, lawnmowers, trimmers, brush cutters, chainsaws, log splitters, pole saws, blowers, generators, chippers, battery-powered equipment and protective clothing are among our most popular products.

RedShed is proud to stock Husqvarna, Honda, Cub Cadet, RedGum Products, Rover, Masport, and Greenworks machines, among others. Our qualified mechanics also provide repairs and servicing for all Outdoor Power Products and can assist you in locating the correct parts needed to repair your machine.

No other store can compete with our selection, prices and services, and with our “Product Satisfaction Guarantee”, you can be confident that you will always get the right product for the job.

We have seven fantastic stores in Dandenong, Bayswater, Mitcham, Cranbourne, Pakenham, Narre Warren, and Bunyip, making it simple to find a RedShed store near you.

Our Superstores in Bayswater, Cranbourne, Narre Warren, Mitcham, Pakenham, and Bunyip are open six days a week, and our Dandenong Superstore is OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK. Visit us at the Wandin Silvan Field Days at Site J4 - J8 (Front Oval) for a wide range of products such as ride ons, lawnmowers, chainsaws, logsplitters, and more.

For more information, go to www.TheRedShed.com.au or call 1300 136 572.

Find a RedShed store near you for all your mowing needs.

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Ride on mowers and other items will be on display at the Wandin Silvan Field Days site.

The RedShed team will be at the Wandin Silvan Field Days to share with you their latest products.

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Car you can depend on Are you in the market for a new UTE or SUV to suit your day to day needs, whether that be on the farm or around the suburbs?

Genesis Motors Isuzu UTE based in Lilydale will be able to assist as an Isuzu UTE dealership, offering the range of Isuzu D-MAX UTE and Isuzu MU-X SUV and other high quality vehicles.

The team will be setting up this weekend at the Wandin Silvan Field Days and are looking forward to speaking with you about the latest ranges and their services.

Talk to the team you can trust which has a record of high standards after being awarded the #1 Customer Satisfaction Dealer of the year for Victoria in 2018 and 2019 and the National Dealer of the year for customer satisfaction in 2019.

Genesis Motors has a long history of helping locals purchase their next vehicles, after being first established in Ringwood in 2011.

It is led by Dealer Principal, Sumil Salgadoe, who has exceptional knowledge of the brand and industry after working from the ground up at Isuzu UTE Australia head office in Brisbane in 2008.

Mr Salgadoe has recruited a team around him who all believe in the Isuzu UTE products as much as he does and with that has come rapid growth seeing the expansion and relocation to Lilydale in 2016. The Isuzu D-MAX and Isuzu MU-X have been built with the values that have made Isuzu famous: dependability, reliability and efficiency.

While Genesis Motors deals with Isuzu UTE as its primary product, they also trade in preowned vehicles which are traded and backed by the experienced staff.

Therefore if you are looking for a pre-owned vehicle Genesis Motors has a range that caters

Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain Volcanica Amber and MU-X 4X4 LS-T Mercury Silver DPS to your requirement.

Whether purchasing a new car or servicing your vehicle, the team’s mission is to ensure an enjoyable experience from the family owned and run business.

Genesis Motors have factory trained Service Technicians to ensure the safety of your vehicle is met at all times.

As a customer, you will be treated like family ensuring unprecedented attention and care

is provided at all times.

So pop in and see the team at Wandin Silvan Field Days site or visit them at Genesis Motors Isuzu UTE at 461 Maroondah Highway, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia.

As your Federal MP, I am here to help.

Please contact my office if I can be of assistance.

FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CASEY aaron.violi.mp@aph.gov.au 9727 0799

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Stanley set up at a fundraising BBQ.

Stanley is available to hire from Yarra Valley Gas.

Small business, BIG heart Over the past 10 years the team at Yarra Valley Gas has been asked by many organisations if they could donate BBQ bottles to local charities and non for profit organisations for sausage sizzles, working bee lunches, community support and disaster relief programs.

The next question they would usually receive was “Do you have a BBQ we could borrow?“ Owners Michael and Jacqui then sat down and found a unique and practical way to solve the problem of such a simple question.. From that “Stanley” was born.

“What if we created a BBQ trailer that we could loan out to groups at no charge to help them bring people together and provide a platform for them to raise money at very little outlay.”

After the passing of Jac’s grandfather Stan (a world war two veteran) she came up with the idea to honour his memory under the ANZAC code of conduct – Courage, Ingenuity, Endurance, Humour and Mateship.

“Our BBQ trailer is there to use free of charge for any non for profit community based organization to help support it and to bring people together, to generate friendships, to encourage them to support each other and keep things going in times of need, my Pa would have loved it,” Jacqui said.

Their little idea has since helped to generate over $74,000 in funds for local charities and groups.

If you like more information on Stanley please email jacqui@yvgas.com.au or call the office on 03 5964 4424.

Yarra Valley Gas is a 100 per cent independent, locally owned and operated gas company which has been in operation for over 45 years based in Wandin North.

They supply many customers across Victoria with LPG, Industrial Gases, BBQ cylinders and Forklift Gas.

Stanley the Yarra Valley Gas BBQ trailer helps community groups fundraise.

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Bridget VALLENCE MP Delivering for our C ommunity

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A RARE OPPORTUNITY THIS distinctive property with classic English Style architecture is now on offer and a wonderful opportunity not to be missed.

Superbly located just a short walk from the township – across the road from the Yarra River and backing onto the Rail Trail for a morning stroll in the sunshine.

The main home features 4 bedrooms, the huge master bedroom being a statement of its own with a relaxing spa, opulent ensuite and a romantic balcony where you can sip your evening wine looking out towards the mountains.

The hostess kitchen with 6 burner stove, stone benchtops and abundance of storage space will be a hit with the family chef.

Open plan dining/living area captures plenty of light and flows seamlessly out to the sensational outdoor entertaining deck which will be your favourite spot to unwind with

beautiful views across to the pristine Yarra River.

The separate additional visitor’s accommodation would be ideal for B&B with everything on hand – a fully equipped kitchen, living area, bedroom with bathroom and a private balcony for the feet up and relax time.

Extras include evaporative cooling, gas ducted heating, double lock up garage, carport as well as ample off-street parking, quality carpets and fittings throughout.

Outdoors is gorgeous, low maintenance with meandering paths and plenty of beautiful calm sitting spots. A very special place in an amazing location where you can just about smell the coffee aromas from the local cafes and the bubbling sounds of the river. An extremely rare B&B accommodation opportunity, now is the time to invest in Warburton and the exciting future ahead. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 3324 Warburton Highway, WARBURTON Description: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 garage Price: $1,150,000 - $1,250,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068, BELL REAL ESTATE - YARRA JUNCTION, 5967 1277

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BEAUTIFUL TREE TOP HOME WHETHER you’re starting out, scaling down in style, or supplementing your property portfolio, this move-in ready home moments from town is an appealing acquisition.

Set only 700m from Monbulk’s shopping, schools, and transport and a short stroll from Sassafras Creek Linear Reserve, the lifestyle here is loaded with advantages its your chance to secure a property now.

The 2,100sqm (approx.) allotment this residence resides on comes equipped with 3 car spaces and sizeable sheds ideal for hobbies or storage. With lovely outlooks and several covered and open outdoor entertaining areas, enjoying the garden will be effortless in every season.

The interior is equally appealing and has been upgraded to an exacting standard.

Polished timber flooring flows from the lounge and dining area with floor to ceiling windows through to the open plan meals area and kitchen. With highlights including stone benchtops, SS appliances, and direct access to the deck, those who love to cook and entertain will find it easy to imagine living here.

With bonus features including a newly renovated main bathroom, updated ensuite in the main bedroom with walk-in robe, sunfilled family bedrooms, generous laundry, and ducted heating and cooling for comfort, astute buyers will be suitably impressed.

Prompt inspection is advised, so plan your viewing today.

2,100sqm (approx.) property steps from Monbulk village and Sassafras Creek Linear Reserve Charming contemporary home with 2 gar-

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HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 216 Emerald Monbulk Road, MONBULK Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage Price: $730,000 - $790,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Emily Hudson 0418 570 474, CHANDLER & CO REAL ESTATE, 97546888

273 Gembrook Launching Pl Rd Launching Place

$740,000 - $810,000

3324 Warburton Hwy, Warburton

Large family home on half an acre!

Impressive home with visitor’s unit

Set on a super sized block - of half an acre approx.you will find this great size family home just waiting for you to come and leave your stamp! With a running creek through the garden. meandering paths, bridges and blue stone steps your imagination will be running wild here! The home itself is spacious open plan with an island bench in the kitchen, huge rear decking for your family gatherings, hardwood floors throughout, 3 generous size bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 toilets. Dual access is handy which gives you great access to your shedding that has a concrete floor, power and roller door. Extras include, solar panels, fully fenced and secure, school bus stop literally right out front, wood heating and split system heating and cooling.

The main home features 4 bedrooms, the huge master bedroom with a spa,ensuite and a romantic balcony.

Hostess kitchen with 6 burner stove, stone benchtops and abundance of storage space. Open plan dining / living area flows out to the outdoor entertaining deck with beautiful views across to the pristine Yarra river. The separate additional visitor’s accommodation would be ideal for B&B – a fully equipped kitchen, living area, bedroom with bathroom and a private balcony. Extras include evaporative cooling, gas ducted heating, double garage, quality carpets and fittings throughout. A special place in an amazing location where you can just about smell the coffee aromas from the local cafes and the bubbling sounds of the river and backing onto the Rail Trail.

Contact: Leah Bannerman 0448 924 266 Inspection: By Appointment

Contact: Rebecca Doolan 0401 832 068 Inspection: By Appointment

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3407 Warburton Hwy, Warburton

$1,150,000 - $1,250,000

5967 1277

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210 Lusatia Park Road, Woori Yallock, VIC | 32.88 HA / 81.24 AC

Luxury Lifestyle / Grazing Opportunity within Proximity to Melbourne CBD • Beautifully appointed four-bedroom Victorian style homestead • Abundant natural water supply via a substantial catchment dam and town water with separate office, set within a stunning elevated garden • Suited to a range of lifestyle/agricultural endeavours including setting offering panoramic north facing vistas of the livestock, equine, viticultural and horticultural pursuits Yarra Valley • Extensive improvements including quality workshop/machinery • Ideally located 4 km* SE Woori Yallock, 22 km* E Lilydale and 62 km* E Melbourne CBD shed comprising separate kitchen and office, in addition to steel cattle and/or sheep yards • Excellent standard of fencing currently set up for cell grazing

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CONTEMPORARY STYLE IN QUIET LOCATION IT’S quiet here, the treed outlook is easy on the eye and is home to a variety of bird life and native wildlife that might just wander by.

A special place to live.

This contemporary style Fasham Johnson residence has the perfect floorplan for the growing family, the main bedroom (plus ensuite/BIRs) and study/nursery are zoned at one end of the home. The two remaining double bedrooms are at the other and serviced by a slate and timber accented bathroom with bath and separate shower.

Teenagers and parents will appreciate the room.

Expanses of glass, typical of this architectural design bring the outdoors, inside. The living spaces flow from one to the next, lounge with fireplace, dining through to the kitchen/living with wood fire and polished concrete floors. Granite bench tops, Smeg black appliances, matt black tapware and white cabinetry combine to create a stylish kitchen, the

centre of the home. The indoor/outdoor connectivity works well here, a large outdoor entertainment terrace awaits, with a covered pergola and wood fire, this takes advantage of the fabulous outlook. The intuitive design at the front of the property offers easy, covered, private access to your front door and plenty of off-street parking.

Whilst the location is quiet and private, you are not isolated. Accessibility to local community is easy, a short walk to the senior school and sporting club, the general store and Bam Bam restaurant. A bus stop near the end of the street and Emerald township merely minutes away. Step out the back gate and wander around the old golf course, plenty of places to discover.

Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522 and Meaghan Dolphin 0422 578 114 are looking forward to chatting to you about this property, they live nearby and have a great deal of local knowledge. ●

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Located at the end of a quiet court right near the heart of Gembrook. This home has all the modern conveniences and features open plan living, kitchen overlooking the large lounge that then flows out to the outdoor covered deck, a multipurpose room which could ideally be a 2nd living area/office/study or easily converted into a 4th bedroom, split system, wood fire, ducted heating, zoned Master bedroom at the front of the home with WIR & full ensuite, bIR’s, large driveway and double garage. Short stroll into town!

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This tri-level home is set in the perfect location to make the most of the lovely views and all that Emerald Township has to offer is only a few minutes’ walk away. Features include 3 bedrooms & a study, large open plan living spaces, a spacious timber kitchen with SS upright stove and a dishwasher, a Solar 4kw system, single carport with plenty of off-street parking, fenced rear yard with rear lane access, pergola & a front deck all on just under a 1/4acre of established gardens. Don’t hesitate if you think this one might be for you!

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Located in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, this solid brick home in a quiet court location is waiting & ready for new owners. Featuring Master bedroom with WIR & ensuite, main bathroom with shower & bath, open plan living, gas heating, Coonara wood heater, French doors open onto outdoor living area, flat low maintenance sunny backyard on over ½ an acre. The property backs onto the Ann Court Reserve, giving you plenty of privacy. Just a short drive to the Mount Dandenong township.

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This spacious blue stone home sits proudly on a 2249sqm block with fabulous views across to the Yarra Valley. Certain parts of the home need completion and offer earthy tones & rustic charm throughout, built-in bar, fireplace, split system, corner spa bath, large open plan living zones, master with direct access onto the balcony, double garage, second 2 car garage & workspaces, under the house storage, back to grid 12 solar panels, mains & tank water, fully fenced block with livestock fencing and plenty of off street parking.

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This impeccable residence on a peaceful cul-de-sac culminating at Brooking Street Reserve makes it easy to see why it has been held by the same family for 40 years. Lovingly maintained and a magnificent place for family living with a lush landscape, this home is an opportunity to enjoy an outstanding way of life.

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Stop to domestic violence Years of anecdotal, medical and social welfare evidence of the prevalence and extent of domestic violence in our communities surely stamps us with a social sickness to our great shame.

It is all around us and lies just under the surface, camouflaged by sick - so called justification and threats of more abuse if silence is not maintained.

Whether the violence is physical, social, financial, economical, emotional or sexual, and is unwanted or uninvited, it is not part of a truly caring relationship.

Many readers of this article would know of, or suspect someone they know as being a victim of abuse.

Have a cupper – develop a confidential friendship if you have time.

If the victim is in danger don’t hesitate to call the police. Help is also available either

Focal Point Graeme Dawson from a GP (go with them), or a recommended counsellor, or for safe and expert care, they can get help from EDVOS (Eastern Domestic Violence Service).

Domestic violence is not just limited to partners, anyone who lives in the domicile of the family and are violated, are victims as well.

This is where children come in.

The innocents – relational breakdown collateral damage?

We are hearing regularly of assaults in our community and parents are worried about their children being out of their sight.

However, there is another danger crouching at the door – the danger of children being victims in family breakdowns.

I am talking of damage to innocent lives, when if they could ever deal with it, it would not be as children.

Our counselling service was always well booked with adult parents who were once a victim of their parent’s split.

Many of these victims are men who now find themselves perpetrators of the same abuse that was perpetrated against them.

Helping victims is the priority but we need to have a plan for helping the perpetrators along the way to become good partners and parents themselves.

Wake up Australia. Partnership violators cannot be allowed to continue. We need to

‘out’ them so that they are stopped in their tracks with their current victims, and helped towards an understanding of their problem.

If they won’t be helped, at least they may be hindered from abusing again.

Relationships can only work where trust and respect are present. When trust is broken, respect is lost.

It takes time to rebuild trust, and love cannot be responsive until a level of trust has been restored.

If you are in an abusive relationship, and what you experience comes under any of the six abuse categories above, seek help today.

Many blessings.

Graeme Dawson - Chaplain to community If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse, you can contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or through the online chat.

er has been sighted and more recently, a Koala and a Lyrebird have been seen along with regular visits by wallabies, wombats and many other species of birds.

Wanderslore Sanctuary was Heritage listed by the Shire of Yarra Ranges in 2004 andpParticular attention is to be given to preserving the Studio which was once the office of the Launching Place Railway Station and is a pre-fabricated Victorian Railways Fettlers hut from the 1800s.

The entrance to Wanderslore, located at 2180 Warburton Highway Launching Place is from the Rail Trail behind the Launching Place General Store. Limited parking is available behind the General Store.

To find out any more, please email: Steve Fernee steve.fernee@gmail.com or just head down in October.

health, for it reflects his own lived experience as well as his artistic focus.

This workshop requires around 30 minutes of walking and 2 hours of being outdoors throughout the experience. Participants should wear shoes and clothes suitable for walking and be prepared for the day’s weather.

Participants will need to bring a camera or phone suitable for taking their own photographs, and have the capacity to transfer photos via USB, SD card, AirDrop or another quick method to share with the facilitator during the workshop. Please consider how you can do this as part of your preparation for the workshop.

This workshop is recommended for ages 16 and over.

Bookings are required, but the workshops themselves *Friday 14 and Saturday 15 October from (10am to 1pm) are free.

Photography workshops at Warburton Arts Centre

Tim Freedman of ‘The Whitlams’ in Warburton and Healesville

COMMUNITY DIARY Riddell Ensemble On Sunday 23 October, music will be in the air in Healesville at the Darron Honey Centre, Healesville Uniting Church.

The Riddell Ensemble will again be presenting one of their popular concerts of classical chamber music featuring piano, strings and flute. The concert starts at 2.30 and refreshments will be available afterwards.

Entry is by donation to Holy Fools, an organisation supporting homeless members of our community. No need to book, just come along and be transported by beautiful live music.

Further details available at riddellensemble@gmail.com.

Nominations open for Ian De La Rue Youth Initiative Award Upper Yarra Community Enterprise annually holds the Ian De La Rue Youth Initiative Award to recognise, acknowledge, and reward a young person under 25 who makes a positive contribution to their Upper Yarra community.

The Community are invited ‘Give a Shout Out’ and nominate an outstanding young person in their Community organisation, group, school or club.

Nominees must live, study, or work in the Upper Yarra region defined as postcodes 3799 and 3797 and the towns of Hoddles Creek, Launching Place and Don Valley.

This $1,000 Award is presented in the spirit of the late Ian De La Rue OAM, first Chairman of the Warburton Community Bank 1999-2005 and a member of the Steering Committee that founded the Bank.

Made possible through the generous support of Community Banks Warburton and Yarra Junction it was first awarded in 2012.

Nominations open Wednesday 05 October 2022

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· · · Wanderslore Sanctuary Open Day Wanderslore Sanctuary, Launching Place’s Annual Open Day will be held on Sunday October 23 from 10am to 3pm.

The 10-hectare Trust for Nature reserve for the preservation of indigenous flora and fauna is a significant remnant bushland site nestled behind the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail near the Home Hotel, Launching Place.

On the day there will be guided tours, an exhibition of bird photography and other Wanderslore bush creatures, a sausage sizzle and other refreshments, nature tables, a raffle and interesting people to talk to. Additionally, a Trust for Nature representative will also be in attendance.

The Friends of Wanderslore together with the Trust help preserve this site, a home for rare fungi and where the helmeted honey eat-

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An outdoor photography workshop where the camera lens looks inward as well as out, facilitated by the award-winning UK artist, Daniel Regan.

In these two 3-hour workshops, Daniel will lead each group on an outdoor photography tour, helping you to capture images of the world as only you can see them, using your own camera or phone. Then in a guided response to the photos taken, he will share what he has learned about how art and photography help connections with self and others, and how they can help to broker a dialogue about difficult or taboo topics, such as self-injury, suicide or trauma.

Daniel Regan is a London-based photographic artist and non-profit Director specialising in health and wellbeing.

He knows first-hand how vital the arts can be on the transformational impact of mental

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ARIA Award winner Tim Freedman, front-man of celebrated Australian band The Whitlams, strips back his popular indie rock repertoire with acclaimed pedal steel and guitar player Ollie Thorpe to deliver intimate classics like “No Aphrodisiac”.

Freedman and Thorpe, perform their emotive new single “The Day John Sattler Broke His Jaw” and a new poignant version of his 1999 hit “Blow Up the Pokies” commissioned by Wesley Mission, along with other Whitlams favourites.

Freedman will be coming to the Arts Centre in Warburton on Friday 18 November from 7.30pm to 9.30pm and to The Memo in Healesville on Saturday 19 November from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Tickets will be $50 and bookings are required.

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Yarra Glen’s first doctor Looking

back Helen Mann

Yarra Glen & District Living & Learning Centre History Group This is part two of the Looking Back column’s deep dive into Yarra Glen’s first doctor, following on from last week.

Dr Chapman was called to attend accidents over a wide area. In April 1903 the head teacher of the Toolangi State School was out riding. The stirrup leather gave way and she was thrown heavily to the ground. The Doctor found that besides a severe shaking, her right arm was both broken and sprained. The State School was closed for a month as a result. Accidents with horses were very common being so much part of daily life in the country. The two-yearold son of Mr J. Mitchell of Dixons Creek was kicked on the forehead by a horse. Dr Chapman applied eight stitches and dressed the wound.

During summer snake bites were quite frequent but were usually dealt with promptly and successfully. The sons of the Shire Overseer, William Clements, were crossing a paddock one summer day in January 1905. Roy Clements, about 25, was bitten on the leg but did not know what had bitten him. His brother tied up his leg and went to a neighbour, Mr Smedley, for assistance. Mr Smedley drove the boys to the doctor, who found the tell-tale punctures of a snakebite. Dr Chapman ‘injected morphia, and Roy was able to leave for

Yarra Glen and District Historical Society is based out of the Yarra Glen Living and Learning Centre.

Picture: ON FILE home, and up to time of writing (a week later) was doing well.’

Next summer it was reported that Jack Scott was bitten by a snake. He ‘was putting the horses out, and stepped on the snake, which bit him on the foot. He was treated by Mr. (sic)

Chapman, who was five hours attending him.

The article states that ‘ten months ago the same boy was bitten by a snake while he was asleep in bed.’

Those who needed operations continued to go to Melbourne hospitals because there were

none closer. Mrs Christensen of Clear Hills … had an operation of a most delicate character performed upon her …recently for an internal complaint.

Being a prominent figure in the local community the health and well-being of Charlie Bath was frequently reported. In August 1905 he suffered ptomaine poisoning after eating salmon which had been left in an open tin for 2½ hours. He was immediately given a “stiff dose of carbonate of soda” and Dr Chapman claimed that it saved Charlie’s life. Mr Bath remained in a weakened state for several days.

In September 1906 Dr Chapman’s world began to fall apart. A special meeting of the Eltham Council was held early in that month to consider his suspension as Health Officer ‘on account of the contradictory nature of several reports sent in by him regarding the Yarra Glen railway station and the Christmas Hills State School. His services to the Council ended on 30 September 1906 and Dr. Basil Adam of Lilydale was appointed in his place as Health Officer.

Dr Chapman then appeared in the Lilydale Police Court in November charged with assaulting his wife and sister-in-law at his home in Yarra Glen. Miss Phipps was visiting the Chapmans at her sister’s request. She witnessed the doctor assaulting his wife and, on going to her aid, she too was assaulted. Three neighbours arrived and removed the doctor.

The Chapman family apparently left Yarra Glen soon afterwards.

In December 1906 Dr Henry Vogler placed an announcement in the Evelyn Observer that he had commenced practice at Yarra Glen. He and his family resided in the town for the next 23 years and were active and respected members of the community.

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Practice makes perfect Close to record numbers of participating athletes made the most of some calm conditions for round two of the 2022-23 little athletics season at Yarra Ranges Athletics (YRA). Athletes and parents alike enjoyed some fantastic track and field competition, with the Under 6 athletes also getting some “on track” games as well.

Highlights of the day were the sight of nearly 200 athletes warming up, a big shout out to YRA’s open age athletes for running the warm up, and of all the smiling faces as the athletes ran, jumped and threw for two hours of fun.

Thanks to all the parents who donned a Hi Viz Vest and helped out, your help makes the mornings run faster, smoother and definitely more fun for the athletes.

Information and warm up starts at 8.45am ready for the start of competition at 9.00am. If you, or someone you know, wants to join in the fun registration is at www.lavic.com.au.

YRA started the summer campaign with a resounding team win in the opening round of the AVSL season. Welcome to new members Kristan Nackovski and Bradley McMeeken and a welcome back to returning members Mitch Mullins and Liam Russell.

Individual results were: Women 100m: Ashleigh Rooke 13.81; Ciara Willey 15.22 200m: Sasha Carroll 30.66 400m: Kristina Nackovski 68.76; Ciara Willey 73.51

Yarra Ranges’ little athletes were able to practice and learn all things like long jump over the weekend.

Picture: SASKIA GRANGER 800m: Kristina Nackovski 2:30.3h; Rori Jones 2:31.5h; Zoe Clarke 2:31.6h ; Sasha Carroll 2:50.3h 1500m: Olivia Twining 4:47.2h; Ciara Willey 6:12.2h;

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New members and any 13yo+ athletes wanting to test their track and field skills can join at www.athsvic.org.au. Send enquires to join@yarrarangesathletics.org.au Training is available to all club members on Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 5.30pm and on Thursday afternoons from 4.00pm for our Under 12 athletes.

Yarra Ranges Athletics welcomes and encourages all athletes of any age or ability. For information on training, how to join or trial, photos, results and updated news, visit the website at yarrarangesathletics.org.au or check us out on Facebook. Run, Jump, Throw…too easy!

Emilie Garside 7:54.2h 1500m Walk: Emilie Garside 9:54.2h Discus: Ashleigh Rooke 30.53m; Meg Sparkes 27.82m; Hayley Wilkins 22.14m Javelin: Hayley Wilkins 32.89m; Ashleigh Rooke 27.01m; Meg Sparkes 15.79m Hammer: Sarah Ebbels 36.73m; Anne-Marie Ebbels 22.88m; Kathi Hewitson 22.67m Shot Put: Sarah Ebbels 7.41m; Anne-Marie Ebbels 6.17m; Kathi Hewitson 6.10m Long Jump: Ciara Willey 3.09m Men 100m: Michael Willey 14.09 200m: Mitchell Mullens 24.57; Oliver Duncan 25.60; Liam Russell 25.85; Ky Harris 26.20 ; Joseph Johnston 28.45; Craig Hewitson 29.19; Bradley McMeeken 39.33 400m: Michael Willey 69.90 800m:

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Final pennant prep

By Garry Lewis The Warburton Bowls Club had their final practice match on Saturday away against Upwey in preparation for the start of the 2022/ 23 Metropolitan Pennant Season.

The Burras thank the Upwey Club for their wonderful hospitality throughout the afternoon including the social gathering and BBQ following the games.

The Division 2 Section 4 Midweek Warburton 1 team play their round 1 game against Lilydale 1 away this Tuesday as they look forward to a strong start.

The Division 1 Section 2 Warburton 1 team play Mulgrave C.C. away in round 1 this Saturday. While the Division 5 Section 6 Warburton 2 team will play at home against Croydon 4 in the first round.

This season, members who are not selected in the respective weekly Weekend Pennant Sides, will play in a Bankers’ Competition with the Yarra Junction Bowls Club. This will ensure all members from both clubs have the opportunity to play most weekends in preparation for their time to step up into the Pennant Sides.

Intra Club Competitions will also commence shortly, with good numbers entered.

One of the club’s new members, Damian Key, has reached the Final of the Eastern Ranges Bowls Region Novice Men’s Singles Championship following a 21/ 2 victory in the Semi Final on Sunday. Well done, Damian!

The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Triples Competition will commence on November 2.

Any interested new teams are encouraged to contact Glenys Lewis 0473653137 for further details.

This is always an enjoyable opportunity for beginners and people wishing to give the game of bowls a go in a fun environment. Two bowl triples. 16 ends. All equipment provided.

Food provided and drinks available from the Bar. All teams will play in the finals on the last night of the season.

The club welcomes any new or beginning

Healesville Cricket Club had six sides washed out over the weekend.

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Friday rain cuts some games Warburton Bowls Club members played a practice match at Upwey before the season’s start.

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The summer weather may not have arrived yet, but bowls players are back on the green. members to join our small but progressive community club. Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with

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New season awaits at Yarra Junction bowls

By Elly Byrne Yarra Junction Bowling Club members are excited at the prospect of the new Pennant season which starts on Tuesday 11 th October with an away fixture against Ferntree Gully and on Saturday 15 October with a home fixture against Yarra Glen. Yarra Junction’s larger and more experienced squad are quietly hopeful that they will enjoy a successful season.

Yarra Junction bowlers have enjoyed a full pre-season program and have been rewarded with pleasing results, finishing top of their 9-aside Bowls Victoria Midweek division and second in their Weekend division.

Five pre-season friendly practice games were arranged against Warburton (H), Mooroolbark (H and A), Garfield (A) and Yarra Glen (A). All were played in good spirit and were greatly enjoyed by Yarra Junction bowl-

ers. Thanks to all of the clubs involved for their hospitality and friendly competition. Once again Yarra Junction’s performances showed promising signs for the coming season.

Throughout the trials and tribulations of the past couple of years Yarra Junction Bowling Club has tried, whenever possible, to maintain its strong connection with local community groups, and to celebrate this connection they plan to hold their Community Cup event again this year. Hopefully, a wide variety of community groups will meet each other for a six-week friendly lawn bowls competition on Friday evenings starting at the beginning of November. Each team will consist of 3-4 players and team composition can change from week to week. Why not get together with friends, family or workmates and enter a team – it’s fun.

For full details and registrations please contact Ian MacGregor (0419 685 425)

Players are enjoying getting back to the green.

By Josh Handasyde and Liam English The Friday downpour put a dampener on this weekend’s cricket matches with Healesville’s Under 10, 12, 16, Senior 2nd XI, Senior 3rd XI and Senior 4th XI all getting cancelled.

Seniors 1st XI - Healesville 104 defeated by Croydon Ranges 6/208 (One day game) The weather cleared after a dodgy Friday night and Queens park conditions were relatively good by Saturday afternoon. Healesville was sent into the field by Croydon Ranges. It started well for the Bloods with Openers Mitch Tampaline picking up 2 wickets and Allan Pearce keeping the runs down. The Bloods continued to take wickets at regular intervals with Luke Chandler and spinner Josh Handasyde picking up 1 apiece before Croydon was able to build a solid partnership with Darcy Carrigan and Michael Hendley making 50s each to bring the Ranges total up to 6/208 of 40 overs.

The Bloods innings started strongly with the courageous Michael Davern who was struggling with an injured bicep making a dashing 18 before being caught. The Bloods raced to 1/55 off 10 with Luke Chandler displaying his power hitting with 3 sixes in his 28 runs and Handasyde providing support at the other end before he was stumped. Healesville succumbed to the pressure of chasing a large total and lost 9/45 off 15 overs to be bowled out for 104 with Nathan Paisley (5/21) and Chris Denavi (3/27) the pick of the bowlers for Croydon. A tough loss for the Bloods but we move on to the next game where Healesville play East Ringwood in the first 2-day game since the start of Covid!

Junior Under 14 - Healesville 5/142 defeated Launching Place/Woori Yallock 7/61 (One day game) Great performance by the team batting with Sam Keath making 17 not out and Elijah Prentice making 23 not out setting up a great score to defend. A great Bowling effort by the team with Elijah Prentice getting 2/7 and Bram Tesseyman getting 2/3 Weather permitting all our junior and senior teams are scheduled to play this upcoming weekend.

All new and past players are welcome to join the club: Junior Enquires please contact Grant Drummond 0428 175 389 Senior Enquires please contact Chris Handasyde 0422 231 260 Healesville CC’s 1st Club Function will be on Saturday 22nd October from 6pm at Queens Park Oval. Kids activities, Junior Player/Team Introductions, 2021/22 4th XI Premiership Team Cap Presentation, Dinner (Kids eat free), Bar open, Raffle. All Junior and Senior Players and their families and friends (don’t need to be a club member) re encouraged to be in attendance so please show your support and come down and enjoy the evening.

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Junction vs Sth Croydon Yarra Junction’s 1st XI was the only side able to take the field over the weekend, with heavy rains on Friday washing out a large portion of the matches set to take place as cricket clubs start their seasons.

Yarra Junction took on South Croydon’s 2nd XI away at Griff Hunt Reserve and a strong bowling performance set them up for a comfortable run chase in the one-day match.

The first wicket was nabbed by Yarra Junction with only three runs on the board, with Mathew Stewart run out before South Croydon settled with a 45-run partnership, ended by the loss of subsequent top-scorer Lachlan Bar-

rett who was caught LBW by Kevin Bomford.

The middle order fell to pieces, with the next four wickets of Cameron Hull (bowled by Anthony Davis), Jacob Mason (run out), William Kenny (stumped by Mike Ainsley, bowled

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by Davis) taken for only 16 runs.

Tailenders Ryan Lacey and Scott Anderson put on a 30-run partnership to boost South Croydon’s total before Lacey went out to Rhys Mathews. Travis Nightingale then bowled Jacob Wynne for a duck and Mathews took the wicket of Anderson with Neel Goswami and Craig Staggard seeing out the 40 overs not out

to finish South Croydon’s innings 9/103.

Davis finished with an astonishing 4 wickets for 5 runs off his 8 overs including 4 maidens, Mathews took 2 for 10 runs with 2 maidens off 8, Bomford 1 for 13 off 8, T Nightingale 1 for 16 off 6, Chris Miutescu none for 15 off 5 and Bradley Nightingale none for 30 off 5.

Davis, B Nightingale, Foley and Ainsley all managed a run out, with Ainsley secure g his stumping as well. Foley took the only catch of the match.

Yarra Junction then sent out Ryan Carter and Riley Foley to open their innings and they

were all that was required, chasing down the total in only 15 overs.

Carter quickly pummelled South Croydon with a quickfire 72, with Foley chipping in 20 and the extras making up the difference as the one-day match ended early due to Yarra Junction’s stellar performance.

South Croydon’s bowling figures were as follows: Kenny none for 8 including 1 maiden off 2, Barrett none for 8 off 2, Lacey none for 14 off 2, Wynne none for 16 off 2, Staggard none for 17 off 3, Stewart none for 20 off 2 and Anderson none for 21 off 2.

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By Callum Ludwig Healesville has secured the services of Ryan Webster in the role of Senior Football coach for the 2023 season.

Webster joins the Bloods having coached EFL Division 2 side Mulgrave for the last two seasons, with the 2020 season abandoned.

He was introduced to the playing group and other club personnel on Wednesday 28 September.

Webster said he had been impressed by the way the club handles themselves in the dealings he has had with them.

“Over the previous two years, I’ve thought of some things that could improve the footy club and the timing has worked out now that I can get involved,” he said.

“The best thing about meeting everyone was the enthusiasm and the excitement in the room, from both players, supporters and the committee. It was a really great sight to see.”

Webster introduced himself and what he is all about, including where he has come and his thoughts on how he can develop the relatively young Healesville list and football club at the meeting.

Webster said he wants to find a foundation point for building a strong relationship with the playing group.

“We talked about finding a balance between the way that everyone lives these days, with Covid, family, working from home and training commitments. It’s a privilege for me as a football coach to be able to come to such a strong communitybased, well-supported football club,” he said.

“I’ve been lucky to be able to have some great experience across a broad range of football competitions, which I think holds me in good stead as to how different competitions play and the different styles I can bring from those competitions and how I think that’s going to work well.”

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Coach at both the Northern Bullants and Sandringham in the VFL. Webster said being able to build and nurture the young Healesville side is what he’s most excited about.

“My previous background in high-performance player development has been all about working with younger athletes and giving them a development path and teaching them the skills they need to learn to be able to grow themselves and be accountable to themselves in their own time,” he said.

“They’ve already got some really exciting aspects to the way they play footy, and for me, it just requires putting a little bit more structure and strategy around it. Their ability to take the game on, take some risks and play some pretty fast footy has been great.

I’m just going to be able to put a little bit more structure around that and how to defend a little bit quicker on transition which will hold us in good stead going into this coming season.”

Webster has also held numerous coaching appointments in cricket including being the High Performance Manager for Cricket Victoria from 2014 to 2019, Box Hill CC Head Coach and 1st XI Captain from 2019 to 2021 and for the past two years has been the Senior XI coach at Yarra Valley Grammar.

Webster said the family-orientated community of the Healesville Football Netball Club are really important to him.

“My whole family are essentially life members at my home club East Perth in the WAFL and I understand how important small communities are and the family aspect of the strong foundation at a Football Club. Healesville has all of that,” he said.

“Hopefully I can leave a little bit of a legacy in my time at Healesville that will sit well with both the playing group and the supporters. I’ve got family in Healesville already and live a short drive away in Lilydale and I look forward to growing that connection over the next few seasons at the club.”

Healesville finished fifth in Outer East’s Division One this season, missing out on a finals spot by one win.

Yarra Glen’s Senior Football side will have a new voice on the sidelines in 2023, with Dean Williams set to take on the head coaching role.

It’s his first head coaching role in a senior capacity and his first of any in the Outer East Football Netball League.

Williams said he is extremely excited about the opportunity.

“It’s been a very long apprenticeship, but since I signed the switch has really been lit and I can’t wait to get busy,” he said.

“I’ve been watching Yarra Glen from afar for a little while, first tried to apply for the Senior role in ‘14 or ‘15, and I’ve been impressed with the committee and the people that I’ve met.”

Williams first began his coaching escapades with junior sides, before spending five years with the Oakleigh Chargers representative side helping out their development squads.

Williams said he is excited about the young list at Yarra Glen.

“Their potential is uncapped, even though they only had four wins this season. I feel we can create a really good environment that we can build on over a couple of years,” he said.

“It’s just really good for kids not to be pigeonholed and have fresh eyes on them, and there’s nothing more exciting than when they get their first senior game, it’s a fantastic feeling. I’ve been with kids who were lucky enough to have gone on and got drafted as well and it’s great seeing how their journey goes.”

In 2010 Williams moved on to VFL-side Coburg as an assistant coach for their development side. In more recent times, Williams has worked as either a senior assistant or reserves coach at EFL Division One side Montrose and EFL Premier Division teams Rowville and Vermont.

Williams said he thinks there is a massive opportunity for support from the Yarra Glen community.

“It’s not just a boys club, I want the whole community to be involved and get pretty much the whole town coming to Yarra Glen games,” he said.

“Driving through the town for work, it’s exciting to be a part of a community likely to see massive population growth and I want to get around it.”

Yarra Glen finished sixth from seven sides

Yarra Glen President Vinny Erickson (left) with new coach Dean Williams(right).

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Williams said he hopes to bring a lot analytically to the club, particularly in terms of understanding the way their opposition will play and move the ball.

“I will be working through that with the players and trying to get our game plan going the way we want to times and then minimise the damage when we don’t,” he said.

“Football hasn’t really changed too much, there’s always one player with the footy and 35 on the ground without it, so I think you do a lot more work when you don’t have the football in your hands and what you do to actually create a winning environment.”

A number of players have already signed on for next season with The River Pigs, including captain Ben Ashton, Jayden Schille, Adam Moate, Blake Binion, Richard Gurney, Nick McKenzie and brothers Cooper and Blake Eggert.

Williams said he hopes to turn the Yarra Glen ground into a fortress.

“It’s definitely a different ground, I’ve walked it a few times over the last three to four weeks and having the boundary line 10 metres in is certainly something I’m not used to in the EFL,” he said.

“It will also take a bit of getting used to trying to watch the play on the far side but that’s all part of it, learning the ground and trying to build what becomes a massive hunger and home advantage whenever we play there.”

Warburton Golf Club results

By Ron Hottes Wednesday 5 October, Stroke and M. McGrann Bag-day qualifier: Once again, another McGrann qualifier has been declared. Now, if you remember, dear readers, I waxed lyrical last week about the mid-week winner being one of our active Ladies, Patricia-Eldridge! Well, I’m waxing lyrical for a second week in a row, because the in-form Merilyn-Macdonald took the honours, and the voucher, with a more-than-creditable Nett 69.

All of those playing were very pleased for her (except perhaps for husband, Alan, who is not used to losing the household bragging rights!)

Although that win was full of merit, Merilyn had to sweat it out for a while, as she only won on a countback from ‘early-bird’ Ross Machar, also with a Nett 69! With these low scores, balls only extended to 70, but you may be pleased to know that Your Loyal Scribe snuck in on that list but not so for Junior and Senior Garside!

There were 4 NTP winners on the day: Belly

(3rd), the Captain/Skipper(5th), Neil ‘Mr. Scotland’ Leckenby (9th) and Henk DeGraaf (12th).

Saturday 8 October, Stableford: After another successful Club Working Bee, that pleased the Skipper and his Match Committee, a healthy field went out to enjoy the course and the improving weather. And one who enjoyed the improved conditions greatly was Geoff Sharp, with a solid 38 points. This meant he secured the day’s main voucher, Andrew McMath took home the runner-up prize by posting 37 points. Both these scores proved to be the best two on the day which is why the balls paid out right down to 31! Finally, four NTPs were given. They went to Ineke De Graaf (3rd), Danny Fox (9th), Neil Leckenby (12th) and to Clint Smallman (15th).

Skipper Ray, and the Match Committee would like to thank the 20-odd members who turned up to do their share at the organised Working Bee. Much was done, and the course looks better for your efforts. Well done.

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