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We have a deal! By Matthew Sims
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“It’s going to make my dream come true. “I can now go to Vegas.” She said the winnings would be life-changing for her.
ty at Railway Hotel Pakenham on Tuesday 30 January. “I want to share this opportunity with my friends and family,” she said.
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Pakenham local Tam Murphy has had her dreams to travel to Las Vegas for her 50th birthday come true after winning $88,000 on Channel 10 game show Deal or No Deal during the Tuesday 30 January episode. The 49-year-old dog sitter and bartender was recovering from a recent hip replacement when she saw applications were open to join in the audience and go in the running to be a contestant. “I’ve always been a fan of the show,” Tam said. She said she was not expecting to get called up to join host Grant Denyer on the main stage. “I got the shock of my life,” Tam said. She picked case number 6 as it is her son’s birthday and her “lucky number”. Little did Tam know how lucky the case was, as the cases continued to fall, the high amounts still remained. Tam said she thought she refused just the right amount of offers from ‘The Banker’, including offers of $4114, $8700, $17,400, $34,800 and $62,000. “I played the game perfectly,” she said. The final two amounts remaining on the board were $75,000 and $100,000, with ‘The Banker’ offering $88,000. Tam said she was glad she took the deal, despite her case containing $100,000 at the end of the game. “I honestly believe I made the right choice,” she said. Tam brought along her old Pakenham High School friend Lynda Meulman-Knowles, who was visiting from interstate. She said they both loved being part of the high-energy show, with the audience cheering her on throughout her journey. “It’s such a fun, upbeat and exciting place to be a part of,” Tam said. She said she also loved meeting and playing alongside host Grant Denyer. “He’s such a people person,” Tam said. Speaking about how she would use the money, she became emotional, dreaming of her trip and also putting some money towards buying a house after renting in Pakenham all of her life. “It’s a dream I’ve had since I was 18 to go to Vegas,” Tam said.
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Fundraiser to help families By Violet Li Three Clyde residents are among the four who drowned at Forrest Caves Beach on Phillip Island on Wednesday 24 January. Kirti Bedi and Suhani Anand, both nursing students aged 20, and 23-year-old nurse Jagjeet Singh Anand lost their lives in the accident. The fourth victim is the 43-year-old Reema Sondhi who was travelling from India. The deceased belong to an extended family. Friends and local communities have launched a fundraising campaign to support the deceased’s families. “This loss leaves a void for the families that can never be fully filled,” the fundraising page wrote. “Reema had come to Australia for a holiday to visit her brother’s family and was staying with them in Clyde. Sadly, she will never return to her two children who are in India. “Shivam, a registered nurse with a heart of gold, saved many lives throughout his career but was unable to be saved when needed himself. “Suhani and Kriti, both nursing students, had planned to stay home and focus on their studies, but life had other plans.” More than $77,000 has been raised with a goal of $100,000. Forrest Caves Beach is unpatroled, and a prime spot known for surfing, according to Life Saving Victoria operations general manager Liam Krige. He said the beach had good waves and a heightened chance of ripping. “Rips are the leading cause of drowning in Australia,” he said. Ambulance Victoria was called at about 3.30pm and when paramedics arrived, two offduty lifeguards who were surfing at the beach had already pulled three of the victims from
LSV state agency commander Kane Treloar speaks to the media during a press conference in Melbourne, Thursday, January 25, 2024. Picture: AAP IMAGE/RACHAEL WARD the water. CPR was administered on all four but three were pronounced deceased at the scene. Ms Anand was airlifted to Alfred Hospital in a critical condition, where she was confirmed deceased on Thursday morning. Victoria Police Eastern Region assistant commissioner Karen Nyholm said the victims were wading in the water when the tragedy happened, but further investigation was needed.
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She said the number of deaths was horrific. “It is a horrific sight for anybody,” she said. “And for those people who witnessed it, I’m sure it’s something that they will unfortunately have to recall for the rest of their lives.” Mr Krige said this tragedy brought the death toll due to drowning to 19 individuals since 1 December last year, which was already two more than the same period last summer. “This number is too high,” he said. He said any drowning death was prevent-
able and he urged the public to prioritise water safety and head to a patrolled location. When asked if there was enough warning for tourists and people unfamiliar with the beach, Mr Krige said it was difficult to say. “The vast majority of beaches do have safety signage that does meet the Australian standard. Those signs do give clear advice about what the dangers are,” he said. “But again, people can always do more… They can always do a bit of research before they are heading out to those locations [beaches]. “But the easiest thing is to head to those patrolled locations, seek advice from lifeguards and volunteers, and they’ll be able to provide you with those safe swimming zones.” The nearest patrolled beach is about 4km away. Mr Krige said Life Saving Victoria patrolled 67 beaches across Victoria and would always explore opportunities to patrol additional locations. “But that again is down to the landowners and local councils to determine the need for a lifeguard service,” he said. “We need to remember that water safety is more than just rescue. “It is about being really aware of the dangers in the first instinct, trying to prevent those rescues from even happening in the first place.” The last comparable incident was at Stringray Bay in Warrnambool in 2005 where three adults and two children died, Mr Krige said. The families are now organising the funeral and bringing overseas members together in Melbourne. Police will continue investigating the incident and preparing a report for the coroner. To assist with the families, donate at gofundme.com/f/phillip-island-tragedy-4-liveslost-pls-help
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Toy joy leads to top award By Corey Everitt Avid volunteer Liz Roberts is Cardinia Shire’s Citizen of the Year, recognising a hard-working year that saw the revival of Pakenham’s Toy Library. Liz was among five others nominated for the top spot at Cardinia Shire’s Australia Day Awards at the Cardinia Cultural Centre last Thursday night, 25 January. Her fellow finalists all had their committed work detailed and it was no doubt that all were staunch supporters of their community. “By the time everyone was called, I was thinking nup this isn’t happening,” she said. “I was surprised especially with the calibre of nominees so high.” The night is still fresh, the achievement still let to settle-in. Liz does know it was a night to remember and be thankful for. “It was a lovely night, it was nice to meet so many others who work in the community as well,” she said. “I thank my husband David Roberts, he gives me the time to do community activities outside of work, we both are involved in community work. “My children, Evelyn and Alex, for encouraging me and helping out in the ways they can.” Mayor councillor Jack Korwazik said Liz’s work in the last year was deserving of recognition. “Liz played a pivotal role in reviving the Pakenham and District Toy Library, navigating several challenges to get the service reopened after the pandemic,” Cr Korwazik said. “Her leadership transformed the toy library into a sustainable, inclusive asset for the community, and she deserves this recognition for her hard work.” As Citizen of the Year, her tireless work over the last 12 months has included volunteering at her local Parish and fundraising for Monash
Cardinia mayor Jack Kowarzik with Citizen of the Year Liz Roberts. Children’s Hospital. However, the biggest work has been the resurrection of Pakenham’s Toy Library, which has been a staple in the town since the 1980s, but was sadly closed during the Covid pandemic. More than a year ago, Liz along with fellow volunteers Kimberly Lardner and Dominique Gohr, decided that Pakenham shouldn’t go without easy access to the means for fun and play. They took the initiative to bring back the toy library from its years-long hiatus. After months of hard work, writing up grant applications, finding a location and of course acquiring lots of toys, in June 2023, Pakenham’s
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Toy Library opened its doors once again. Today, the three women who initiated it are now expanding to a larger core team of volunteers. “Without the work we all did together, I’m certain I wouldn’t be in this position,” Liz said. “We’ve been fortunate in the last 12 months with the toy library, it’s nice to be acknowledged for this small group of people.” The future is bright for the toy library’s triumphant return, Liz believes it will make the community stronger with everyone who joins. “It is a place for people to help out in the ways they can, when they come in they get to
know other families. They might run into them at the shops or at kindergarten and have a chat. It builds that bigger community around us,” she said. “It’s always about making strong connections through the wider community.” With such an achievement, Liz believes this is a testament to what is possible if people get involved and take initiative for the sake of the community and themselves. “I encourage people to get involved in any way they can, whether it’s a Bunnings sausage sizzle or managing your child’s netball team,” she said.
OAM awarded for building resilience in young women Proud of her accolade, she still had to keep tight-lipped about it until Australia Day. “I just spent three weeks with my sister and cousin and haven’t been able to say a word,” she said. “It’s a surprise and it’s good to feel that years and years of work had been acknowledged.” She grew up in Ballarat, where she would do all her youth guiding all the way up to earning her Queen’s Guide Award in 1967. Her involvement never stopped, only transitioning into leadership roles for the next generation of young women. Read the full story in this week’s Gazette
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Elaine (middle with flowers) was surrounded by family and friends at her party.
Elaine (middle) with her six children; from left, Chris, Trevor, Judith, John, Warren and Rod.
A table that held a photo of Elaine’s late husband, Bill, and a series of official letters from figures such as the Governor and Premier of Victoria, the Minister of Veterans’ Affairs and the Prime Minister.
Elaine now a centenarian By Ethan Benedicto Turning 100 is no easy feat, and such a milestone for Elaine Beverly Robins was celebrated with life-long friends and over five generations of family. While celebrated on 20 January this year, Elaine, or as her family fondly calls her, Bev, was born on 16 January 1924 in Oatlands Tasmania. Growing up in Glenfield farm, Bridgewater, Elaine was fond of the outdoors and growing up her life was nothing short of idyllic. Rod Robins, youngest child of Elaine, had recalled her childhood through a touching speech in the middle of the celebration. “The memories of those days are etched in her heart, from the carefree swims in the Jordan River, the construction of rafts made from old kerosene tins, to being chased by an old boar while collecting pears from the farm’s orchards,” Rod said. After completing school, Elaine took up her first job at a children’s home, a position which Rod recalled was the beginning of a journey filled with compassion and care. “Where she dedicated herself to making a difference in the lives of others,” he said. Eventually, Elaine moved to Melbourne, where she met her future husband Bill at the age of 18 at a picture theatre in Caulfield. It was also in that city where she worked as a nurse’s aide while she had eagerly waited for the opportunity to train as a nurse at the Warragul Hospital. While she eventually chose not to pursue that career and married Bill, the testament to her caring nature continued with over 30 years of service to the Red Cross after her, Bill and their children moved to Rawson in the 90s. Before that, however, the couple had lived in Cottesloe, Western Australia, after the birth of their first child Judith. It was also then that Bill had left to serve the army in World War Two, in what Rod described as a time where “mum’s strength and resilience was evident as she eagerly waited for dad’s return”.
Another table covered with letters from friends, and a cake decorated with the number ‘100’.
“When he arrived back, mum said that it was impossible to describe the feeling to know that he was home at last and that the war was over,” Rod said. At Bill’s return, the family grew, with the addition of Rod’s older siblings John, Trevor and Warren. Being so far from home could only last so long, however, and homesickness eventually brought the family back to Springvale, Victoria. While Elaine had hoped for a second daughter, Rod recalled that fate had a different plan, welcoming instead Chris and Rod into the family.
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“Raising a family is no small feat, however, mum embraced this challenge with unconditional love, patience and dedication, traits which she instilled in all her children,” Rod said. Back in Rawson, Elaine’s service with the Red Cross saw her heavily involved with the community, a purpose which she was actively engaged in and something she devoted herself to. During the party, a representative from the Red Cross was also present, who was more than grateful to Elaine for her contribution and awarded her a medal for 30 years of service.
Unfortunately, Bill passed away in 1996, a time which Rod recalled had been difficult for everyone. “Life’s journey also includes moments of sorrow, and when we lost dad, I had the feeling that due to their love, we lost a part of mum as well. “Despite the hardships, her strength and resilience shone through as she stayed in Rawson, surrounded by fantastic friends, where she continued to contribute to her community,” Rod said. Elaine had eventually moved and settled down in Clyde, where she currently resides with family just a stone’s throw away.
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The party was attended by over 100 family and lifelong friends alike, all there to celebrate Elaine’s milestone.
Cars and bikes on show The 11th annual Lang Lang Show ‘n’ Shine and Swap Meet will be held on Sunday 11 February at the Lang Lang Showgrounds. As with previous years, it is anticipated that more than 500 cars and motorbikes will be on display with about 20 per cent to be judged in various classes based on vehicle age. This event is run by the KooweerupLang Lang Rotary Club with all proceeds being directed to Rotary-supported causes. These causes can be local or far away, with $30,000 being donated to the fire victims of East Gippsland in 2019. Aside from the cars and bikes, there will be plenty of action - including the iconic lawn mower racing - and many will seek out a bargain at the swap meet. The Lang Lang Showgrounds is on the corner of Westernport Road and McDonalds Track in Lang Lang. Gates will open at 7am for the general public and show vehicles,
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Ready to start school By Violet Li Foundation (Prep) students at Clyde Grammar started their first week of school in the new term on Monday 29 January and they were excited to meet their classmates and teachers. Foundation teacher Laura Papettas said there was a happy buzz in the air on the first day. “The students were settled and excited to start their day developing new friendships and meeting their new teachers. They particularly enjoyed building and playing in the tram,” she said. “They are looking forward to having sports, art, performing arts, and STEM.” When asked what would be new for this term, she said the students would be exploring the community through a visit from the local police and local CFA. Principal Leanne Evans said meeting Foundation students as they commenced their educational journey was always a heartwarming experience. “Their curiosity, enthusiasm, and eagerness to learn remind us of all of the beauty and wonder of education,” she said. “I feel privileged to play a part in their growth and development and look forward to seeing the amazing things they will accomplish in the years to come.“ Star News photographer STEWART CHAMBERS captured the best of the action in the first week.
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Tell us a fun fact about yourself! I was born in South Africa, but you’d never know it talking to me!
THREE … wetlands in the City of Casey
What do you love the most about your job? The opportunity to build something that consistently tries to make the world brighter and a better place.
As World Wetlands Day is around the corner on 2 February, why not take a day off and treasure the wonder of nature in our backyard?
If you were an animal, what animal would you be? A Leopard.
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Western Port Ramsar Wetland Western Port is an internationally significant wetland under the intergovernmental Ramsar Convention, a treaty aimed at the conservation and wise use of wetlands. It is the habitat of many marine species and birds. Take a walk along the coast and you may spot some amazing creatures hanging around.
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Berwick Springs Wetlands Reserve A paradise for native wildlife, this wetlands space is a beautiful and popular community asset with a network of playgrounds, fishing spots, walking paths, and more.
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Botanic Ridge Wetlands A natural haven in Cranbourne, the wetland features lush green spaces, big trees, and a variety of flora and fauna. It is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, reptiles, and other native species. These areas provide a great opportunity for families and friends to spend quality time and enjoy nature.
What was your most memorable moment? Starting my company, the moment I committed to the journey. What were you like as a kid? Happy and curious, but always in my own world. What event, past or present, would you like to witness? The birth of my children. Which six dinner guests, dead or alive, would you invite to dinner? Jordan Peterson, Elon Musk, Socrates, Viktor Frankl, Nikolai Tesla and St Paul. Founder of the Disability Company, Dylan Maliepaard. What three words would your friends use to describe you? Empathetic, blunt, happy. What would you do on your perfect ’day off’? Meditate/pray in the morning, go to the gym, have breakfast with my family, go and build furniture/working on a car while listening
to podcasts/audio books, sit and plan, and head into work to work on making things better and better, then come home to my family have dinner and talk, then finishing by sitting with my partner and play chess with a drink. Where is your happy place? Home, in the garden where I can sit and think.
If you had to compete on MasterChef, what dish would you cook? Well my favourite food is beef stew, so I’d probably go with that. Where is your dream holiday destination? Fiji or the Maldives would be amazing, on one of those grass huts on stilts over the ocean.
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New early parenting centre in Clyde North opens doors An early parenting centre opened on Monday 29 January in Clyde North to provide families with free specialised support in childcare. Located on Newgrange Blvd within walking distance to shops, cafes, parks, and a proposed police station, the Murrmbek Casey Early Parenting Centre is a brand-new and purpose-built facility for local families with children aged three years and younger, who need support with sleep and settling, feeding, strengthening of the parent-child relationship, and overall health and well-being of the child and the parents. The centre’s Aboriginal name Murrumbek means ‘belong’ in the Bunurong language, the Traditional Owners of the land where this centre is located. Delivered by the State Government in partnership with Monash Health, the centre provides a range of services including day stays, overnight stays, and telehealth support. It features 10 residential family units and four day-stay places, providing both shortterm and longer residential stay programs to improve the health, well-being, and developmental outcomes of children. The residential family units are designed with flexibility in mind and support different family structures. Families can bring multiple children or accommodate an older sibling, grandparent, or other carer during their stay. The centre also includes kitchen and dining areas, playrooms, and outdoor play areas. Minister for Health Infrastructure MaryAnne Thomas visited the new facility on Thursday 25 January, accompanied by South Eastern Metropolitan MP Michael Galea, Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards, Bass MP Jordan Crugnale, and South Eastern Metropolitan MP Lee Tarlamis. “Becoming a parent is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful and difficult too – that is why we are supporting families across the southeast through the delivery of our new 8 STAR NEWS
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Get red-y for new rubbish bin lids!
From February 2024, all kerbside rubbish bins in Cardinia Shire will transition to red lids over a 4-week period. The red lids will replace any existing dark green lids on these bins. This change is taking place because the Victorian Government is standardising household waste and recycling services across the state, including lid colours. Under the new system, lime green lids will be for food and garden waste, yellow lids for recycling, and red lids for general rubbish. If you already have a red-lidded kerbside rubbish bin, there’s nothing you need to do. If your kerbside rubbish bin lid is dark green: All you need to do is leave your bin out (even if it’s empty) until 6pm on your usual rubbish bin collection days from Monday 5 February to Friday 1 March 2024, or until your bin lid is swapped for a red lid. Once your lid has been swapped you can continue to use your kerbside rubbish bin as normal. Old lids will be recycled and turned into new kerbside bins. This change will make it easier for you to know which bin is which, and to put the correct items in the correct bin – no matter where you are in Victoria! It will help improve household recycling rates, decrease contamination and reduce waste sent to landfill.
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Families mark Australia Day The Hampton Park Progress Association hosted a family-friendly fun celebration at Arthur Wren Hall on Australia Day, with over 300 Casey residents revelling in fun activities and live entertainment. The celebration commenced with the Australian Air League marching with the flag, followed by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s Children’s Choir singing the Australian National Anthem. President of the Hampton Park Progress Association Luke DeLutis said the association had a long-held tradition of holding an event on Australia Day to bring the community together. “We wanted our community to have a free event where they can enjoy themselves without breaking the bank,” he said. “We were pleased to see so many families and individuals enjoying their time with us. There was a real sense of community harmony.” Victoria Police, Hampton Park Fire Brigade, State Emergency Services, Ambulance Victoria, Neighbourhood Watch Casey, Australian Air League-Berwick and Cranbourne Squadrons, Vocal Performance School, Team Richards Rock n’ Roll, Gippsland Gate Radio & Electronics Club, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s Children’s Choir, 2023 Casey Citizen of the Year Jo-Ann Fitzgerald, Hampton Park Uniting Church, and Hampton Park Baptist Church attended the scene. A sausage sizzle, snacks, and kids’ activities were available on-site. Damien Rosario hosted the celebration.
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Edelweiss Casey Choir has celebrated Australia Day to unite diverse communities in Lysterfield Park.
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Choir unites community Edelweiss Casey Choir has celebrated Australia Day, using it to unite diverse communities in Lysterfield Park. People of various backgrounds joined the celebration, enjoying picnics under the eucalyptus trees and engaging in spirited conversations. The park buzzed with cultural performances, interactive games and activities, riddlesolving competitions, and a tug of war. The highlight of the day was the ‘walking with a tennis ball on a table tennis bat’ competition, where participants demonstrated agility and precision in balancing the ball as they navigated through an obstacle course of challenges.
Cheers erupted from the crowd as participants showcased their skills, fostering an atmosphere of encouragement and support. Chairman of the choir Emily Hu said the Australia Day celebration served as a melting pot of traditions, fostering cross-cultural exchange and appreciation. “We extend heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the event’s success,” she said. “Together, we stand as guardians of a tradition that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and honours the shared journey of belonging to this great land down under. “Until next year, may the spirit of Australia Day continue to unite us in joy, harmony, and mutual respect.”
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Spotlight on shelter’s unpopular pack A ‘pity party’ is being held for a Keysborough animal shelter’s senior residents who have been in long wait for a new home. Australian Animal Protection Society will stage a festival of crafts, face painting, foods and shelter tours on Saturday 3 February so animal lovers can ‘commiserate’ with its long-overlooked dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits. “We would love as many people as possible to come down and support us as we aim to shine a light on the animals that need us,” general manager Megan Seccull said. “So often, the young, the cute, and the purebred animals get all the attention, so we want to raise awareness through our Pity Party to those who have so much love to give but get overlooked.” Among the often unwanted are large dogs – the victim of unfounded myths such as that
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The Berwick Pakenham Historical Society will hold its first meeting for 2024 on Sunday 4 February at 1pm. The speaker will be Gary Elliot - President of the Pakenham RSL. All are welcome to attend.
The Berwick and District Agricultural and Horticultural Society is celebrating 175 years of the Berwick Show, with everything from A to Z on show, including art, alpacas, cattle, carnival rides, cooking, craft, dogs, face painting, fireworks, food, goats, horses, horticulture, motorbikes, photography, pony rides, showbags and stage entertainment, as well as the woodchopping competition returning. Saturday 24 February and Sunday 25 February at Akoonah Park. For more information, visit berwickshow.org.au.
Begin your family research Narre Warren & District Family History Group Inc is hosting an to help you with easy ways to find your local family history that isn’t just with online services. To be held on Wednesday 21 February at the Cranbourne Library Centre the event is tagged ’it’s not all online’. Group president Jane will be sharing the many avenues in the Lorraine Taylor Research Room to begin your family or local history research or knock down a brick wall without having to use Ancestry or Find my Past.
2024 Parklea Pakenham Show Wheels on the Farm Saturday 16 March, PB Ronald Reserve. Free entry to the show featuring rural excellence, marvellous art and craft displays, iconic events and competitions, multi-cultural demonstrations along with new and returning attractions for people of all ages. For more information or to enquire about a trade stand, email pakenhamshow1@bigpond.com.
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William Lewin from Yannathan at last year’s Berwick Show. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Cardinia Club, commencing at 10am. A short meeting is followed by morning tea and the opportunity to get to know members prior to the introduction of the guest speaker. Various activities are held throughout the month. For more information, phone Pam on 0427 067 823 or Kevin on 0455 877 737 or e-mail probuspakenhameast@gmail.com.
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Are you experiencing homelessness? At risk of having no safe place to live? Living in low-cost accommodation with no support? Visit the Pakenham Library and have a chat with a support worker to discuss available options and resources. Every Wednesday between 2pm to 4pm. Bookings are not required. If you require more information, please phone Pakenham Library on 5940 6200.
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Stars in world of their own By David Nagel
CASEY CARDINIA CRICKET ASSOCIATION
Two genuine superstars of Casey Cardinia cricket smashed their way to the precipice of 500-run seasons on the weekend as the composition of this year’s finals series takes a familiar shape. It appears - for the seventh time in 10 years - that Cardinia, Kooweerup, Pakenham and Tooradin will battle it out for this year’s premiership cup after undefeated innings to Chris Smith (140) and Morteza Ali (105) put the final nail in the coffin. The big four have won 15 of the last 17 flags, with Catani (2007/08) and Beaconsfield (2010/11) the only other clubs to taste success. Pakenham (4/250) opener Smith basically ended the hopes and dreams of a first top-flight finals appearance for Devon Meadows (8/220) since 2019 after a sparkling innings that was impressive from the outset. The classy right-hander smashed his 17th century since records were kept in 2008/09, with 28 of his first 34 runs coming in boundaries. Smith opened his innings with a single before going whack-whack-whack…hitting six, four and six to put the Lions on the front foot. He shared an opening stand of 23 with Jack Anning (10), before taking a backseat in a swashbuckling 94-run partnership with his skipper Dale Tormey (56 off 57). The bludgeoning left-hander opened his account with a six, and looked set for a triplefigure score himself until becoming the first of three wickets to an expensive Riley Worsteling (7-0-63-3). Smith, 43 not out at the time, then took charge, scoring 97 of the remaining 133 runs. An 86-run union with Stuart Johnson (25 off 30) ensured the Lions were in the box seat heading to the dinner break. The Panthers began steadily in reply, with Will Halton (37) and Lucas Ligt (23) going at a tick over four-an-over in their opening stand. But the run out of Ligt, from the last ball of the 13th over, put a different spin on proceedings. Jakeb McVicar (21) and Steve Robinson (32) both played stylish knocks, but when Tormey (8-0-45-3) claimed three-consecutive wickets the Panthers were behind the eight-ball. The home side was 6/150 after 30…requiring 10 runs an over with only four wickets in hand. Lucas Carroll (42 not out, off 33) kept the fire burning bright with an entertaining innings that contained five boundaries and a six, but the imposing target proved a task too much. The Panthers scored 2/70 from their last 10 overs to fall 30 runs short of the Lions. Tormey was best for Pakenham, while Jason Williams (8-2-23-0) went wicket-less but did a great containing job early. While Smith’s knock was magnificent…it’s almost scary to think what Morteza Ali (105 not out, off 81) could have made if Cardinia (2/146) decided to bat first against Clyde (142) at Gunton Oval. Bulls’ skipper Dean Henwood won the toss and elected to field first…and things went pretty much according to plan. Only Michael Vandort (42 off 56) played an innings of any real substance as Travis Wheller (8-24-3), Josh Browne (6-3-15-2), Ryan Little (80-31-2) and Matt Welsh (3.1-0-8-2) combined for regular breakthroughs. Then Morteza emerged from the dinner break and went nuts! He hit the first ball for the innings for six; the third ball for four; and the game was over as a contest. When Morteza gets going he’s unstoppable. That’s three big innings he has played this season, and all have remained unbeaten. He hit 99 against Carlisle Park in round four and then produced an epic 154 against Devon Meadows in round seven. He didn’t strike a boundary between overs two and six on the weekend, but then really got his eye in. Ali hit a boundary or a six in nine of the next 15 overs, with four of those multiples. His best effort was in the 19th, with an early boundary followed by consecutive strikes of four, six and four to finish off the over. But he saved his best for last…smashing Nick Miles over mid-wicket for his seventh six; 18 STAR NEWS
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Morteza Ali was at his swashbuckling best for Cardinia, hitting a brilliant century against Clyde on Saturday. 385384
Brad Butler had the ball on a string for Tooradin, taking three consecutive wickets to rock the challenge of Merinda Park. 385385 ending the match and bringing up his second century for the season. It’s a great win for the Bulls, who now kick a game and percentage clear in fourth spot. Everything went perfect; but it just would have been nice to see how deep Morteza could have gone! A very even batting performance has propelled Tooradin (5/237) to a comfortable victory over Merinda Park (164). Mick Sweeney decided to bat first, with the Gulls leading run-scorer Cal O’Hare (2) an early victim. But from there it was all smooth sailing for the Seagulls, with Josh Lownds (69) chalking up his second half-century of the season and Pete Sweeney (44), Dylan Sutton (27) and Tom Hussey (46) all contributing well. Hussey was aggressive, hitting three sixes in his vigil, his sixth score between 38 and 58 this season. He then handed over to Brad Butler (25 not out) and Russ Lehman (15 not out) to apply the finishing touches. Classy conveyances in Mick Sweeney, Tyler Evans and Ben Parrott weren’t required to bat… in a clear sign of the Seagulls impressive depth. Dan McCalman (8-0-55-2) was the Cobras only multiple wicket-taker.
Pete Sweeney (6-4-24-1) then claimed an early scalp for the home side, before Butler (61-29-3) ran rampant. Putting his express pace to good use, he took three consecutive wickets to make a meal of the Cobras’ top order. Cambell Bryan (70) and Rumesh Ranasinghe (25) restored some pride with a 76-run stand for the fifth wicket, before Lownds (7-1-23-3) made an impact with the ball. He removed Bryan, Ranasinghe and Harkamal Singh (10) in the space of 14 runs to lock away the 12 points. Dylan Sutton (4.4-0-16-2) then finished off the job, making it back-to-back hauls of two. And Kooweerup (7/241) has fought off a brave challenge from a rapidly improving Carlisle Park (223) in a high-scoring shootout on the artificial outfield at Carlisle. Players were greeted by graffiti on the pitch before the match, but that didn’t stop batters from having a field day. Batting first after winning the toss, Chris Bright (78 off 69) led the way for the Demons, smacking 11 boundaries in his opening salvo. The Demons had consistent contributors from there, with Adam McMaster (35), Suchintha Lakshan (33), Steven Dillon (30) and Mitch Davey (29 not out, off 22) enjoying the pressurerelief valve from Bright.
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Pakenham champion Chris Smith was all smiles after his magnificent 140 not out against Devon Meadows. 385706 Picture: DAVID NAGEL Vikings skipper Ben Perry (6-0-33-3) was best with the ball for the home side, and then also delivered with the bat. After a solid start from Hasintha Jayasuriya (25 off 22), Perry (57 off 61) and Kasun Balasuriya (38 off 49) applied pressure on the Demons with an 87-run partnership for the third wicket. But three strikes in quick succession from Cody Miller (6-1-29-2) and the run out of Senal De Silva (0) put the Demons back in control. A fighting knock from Mark Henry (40 off 36) ensured the Vikings would pass the 220-run barrier for the first time this season. ROUND 11 HEADLINERS - PREMIER BATTING Chris Smith Pakenham 140* Morteza Ali Cardinia 105* Chris Bright Kooweerup 78 Cambell Bryan Merinda Park 70 Josh Lownds Tooradin 69 Ben Perry Carlisle Park 57 BOWLING Josh Lownds Tooradin 3/23 Travis Wheller Cardinia 3/24 Brad Butler Tooradin 3/29 Ben Perry Carlisle Park 3/33 Dale Tormey Pakenham 3/45 Riley Worsteling Devon Meadows 3/63
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The brains of the operation, Vanessa Kent, Andrew Nicholls and Chris Millidonis all pose for a photo.
Bunyip committee members Steve Shorten, Vanessa Kent, Sue Crees, Helen Ross and Tyson Dennis all pose for a photo Pictures: LJUBICA VRANKOVIC with tournament winner Josh Charlton. 384636
Ari Pilikidis was entertaining as he tried to overcome the relentless Daniel Strorman.
Charlton cleans up Classic By Jonty Ralphsmith Semi-professional Gippsland 24-year-old Joshua Charlton has taken out the inaugural Ace Classic at Bunyip, beating the hard-hitting Daniel Strorman 6-3, 7-6 (2) in the final. Strorman was a level above Chris Millidonis and Ari Pilikidis in his early round matches, finding angles with his ground strokes and regularly hitting the lines. Due to face number two seed Corey Gaal in Sunday morning’s semi final, Strorman got through to the final as Gaal was forced to withdraw after being a late call up to the Burnie International qualifying event. He then put up a gallant fight but was outclassed by Charlton in the final, with the tournament favourite not dropping a set en route to the $1500 cheque. Strorman pocketed $500 while Gaal and fellow semi-finalist Jordan Cowling each pocketed $200. Cowling, who serves left-handed and plays right-handed, defeated Korumburra’s Brad Perks and close friend John McDonald to reach the semis. Young Beaconsfield player Noah Keltie got through to the main draw as a qualifier and got the opportunity to share the court with Charlton, who was praised by several volunteers around the club for his sportsmanship throughout the day.
Bunyip’s Oscar Tweedale took it up to Heath Dufty-Miller in the first round. pakenhamnews.starcommunity.com.au
At the other end of the draw, Narre Warren North qualifier Matthew Phillips got the opportunity against Gaal. Other locals beaten in the first round were Oscar Tweedale (Bunyip Tennis Club) and Troy Haysham-Weidner (Officer Tennis Club). RESULTS 1st Round Joshua Charlton (1) defeated Noah Keltie 6-0, 6-0, Heath Dufty-Miller (7) defeated Oscar Tweedale 6-3, 6-4, Jordan Cowling (4) defeated Brad Perks 6-1, 6-0, John McDonald (5) defeated Troy Haysham-Weidner 6-3, 6-4, Ari Pilikidis defeated Matthew Pocklington 6-3, 6-2, Daniel Strorman defeated Chris Millidonis 6-2, 6-3, Regan Morehu (6) defeated Will Tripodi 6-0, 6-0, Corey Gaal defeated Matthew Phillips 6-0, 6-0. Quarterfinals Joshua Charlton (1) defeated Heath DuftyMiller 6-2, 6-0, Jordan Cowling (4) defeated John McDonald (5) 6-1, 4-6, 6-1, Daniel Strorman (3) defeated Ari Pilikidis 6-0, 6-4, Corey Gaal (2) defeated Regan Morehu (6) 6-1, 6-3. Semi finals Joshua Charlton (1) defeated Jordan Cowling (4) 6-2, 6-1, Daniel Strorman defeated Corey Gaal (walkover). Final Joshua Charlton (1) defeated Daniel Strorman 6-3, 7-6 (2)
Heath Dufty-Miller hits a backhand slice.
Troy Haysham-Weidner was competitive against the seeded John McDonald, despite losing in straight sets.
John Mcdonald ‘s three-setter against Jordan Cowling made for entertaining viewing.
Corey Gaal was excellent on the synthetic grass of Bunyip. Thursday, 1 February, 2024
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