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Wheely good fun Heathdale Christian College Melton campus students joined thousands of schoolchildren across the country in riding to school for the recent National Ride2School Day. Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel, National Ride2School Day is a day full of fun and being active to encourage students, teachers and parents to discover the joy of riding and kick-start healthy habits for the future. Working directly with more than 1500 schools in Victoria, Bicycle Network’s Ride2School program aims to improve the active travel rates of primary and secondary school students. This year the Ride2School program partnered with World Bicycle Relief, encouraging all schools around Australia to help raise funds for the cause. Since 2005, World Bicycle Relief has distributed more than 500,000 specially designed bicycles to students in rural areas in developing regions who are challenged by distance, to give them a chance for an education. For every $195 raised, a Buffalo Bicycle is provided to a student in need. Details: worldbicyclerelief.org BEBE (FRONT), JYE, BRAE, JUDAH AND TAYLOR WITH TEACHER JOHNNY WILLIAMS

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School fight video probe By Benjamin Millar Victoria Police and education officials are investigating a surge in violent fights at schools in the Melton area being shared on social media. Students at schools including Melton Secondary College, Kurunjang Secondary College and Staughton College have been uploading and sharing the “fight club”-style videos on social media platforms. In one video uploaded at the weekend a group of students set upon a victim, throwing him into a window that smashed on impact. In other videos seen by Star Weekly, both

male and female students have been involved in schoolyard fights while being egged on by other students. A Victoria Police spokeswoman confirmed that the videos have come to their attention and they will investigate the violent incidents. “We are aware of a number of social media pages that show videos of fights,” she said. “Any assault that is reported to police will be investigated.” Melton Secondary College principal David Reynolds slammed the “highly disrespectful and inflammatory” footage in a message to parents in the school’s most recent newsletter. “Posting footage of students involved in

verbal or physical altercations while at school actively promotes violence and a feeling of threat and intimidation towards all members of our community,” he said. Mr Reynolds said that it was “extremely disappointing” to see Melton Secondary College students encouraging and promoting the videos by ‘liking’ them or forwarding the posts onto others. “We have seen the negative and sometimes tragic impacts these behaviours cause and for this reason engaging in serious bullying behaviours are a breach of the law,” he said. “It is everyone’s responsibility to report this type of behaviour and prevent it from

occurring. “The college will also continue to work with the police to identify and stop the perpetrators of online bullying and this kind of misuse of social media platforms.” An education department spokeswoman said any form of violence or bullying in schools is completely unacceptable and that the schools take strong disciplinary action where appropriate. “The department works closely with Victoria Police to respond to incidents of violence and support student and community safety,” she said. All three schools were contacted for

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This month, we officially opened three amazing play spaces that were redeveloped over the past year – Bloomsbury Drive Reserve in Taylors Hill, Arbour Boulevard North Reserve in Burnside Heights and Stan Payne Reserve in Diggers Rest.

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It’s always such a joy to see these revitalised reserves being well-used by local families as a place to get active and enjoy the outdoors in their neighbourhood.

School holiday activities for everyone! Join us these Easter school holidays for the return of our exciting program of youth, library and arts events! Take a look at the highlights, and see our website for even more activities. Highlights – for Primary school kids

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CARTOONING Get expert tips and tricks for drawing your own amazing cartoon characters.

AFL CLINIC AFL season is underway! Show your spirit with our AFL clinic hosted by the Caroline Springs Lakers.

TECH HEROES APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLUB Join a range of free self-paced robotics, coding, design and tech challenges. ART COLLAGE WORKSHOP Use an airplane window template to frame your view, and make a panorama of a real or imaginary travel destination.

SCIENTWISTS SUPER SLEUTH Use fingerprints, chromatography, codes and DNA to help solve the most devious of theft crimes. CREATIVE WRITING Discover the tools you’ll need to create imaginative worlds, colourful characters and stories that leap off the page. More activities, details and bookings: melton.vic.gov.au/ schoolholidays

HIP HOP DANCE WORKSHOP Whether you’ve got the moves or you’re learning to dance, this workshop will help you take it to the next level! EAT GROW GARDEN Learn how to grow your favourite foods, including the basics of watering, soil

Cambridge Ward with Cr Steve Abboushi It’s hard to believe summer is behind us and we’re heading into what will hopefully be a beautiful autumn, here in the City of Melton.

ourselves and others safe. So I encourage residents to continue to wash and sanitise their hands regularly, observe 1.5 meters distancing, and carry a mask at all times.

With our recent run of zero community transmitted COVID cases in Victoria, it was a relief to see the State Government further relax restrictions, including masks no longer being required in retail settings, an increase in the number of guests we can have at home, and a long-awaited return to the workplace.

For those residents who continue to experience hardship as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, please contact Council’s connector hub in Caroline Springs on 9747 7272.

While we hope the worst is behind us, it’s important to remember that we all have a responsibility to keep

While you’re out and about, why not stop at Caroline Springs Library to see the vibrant window display installed at CS Gallery? It’s a playful installation by artist, Carla McRae, that’ll delight adults and children, and I recommend wandering down to take a look.

and plant nutrition. Veggie patch kit to take home. ADVENTURE DAY OUT Join us as we explore Mt Atkinson on mountain bikes and high ropes. GHOST TOUR Uncover stories of lavish parties, obsessions with crystal gazers, murder and what lies beneath. Includes dinner. More activities, details and bookings: melton.vic.gov.au/YHA

Residents are also invited to have more say about development in their neighbourhood under a proposed change to the Melton Planning Scheme. If adopted, Amendment C170 will remove Development Plan Overlays put in place in suburbs like Caroline Springs and Burnside, to coordinate the use and development of vacant land. You’re invited to provide feedback by 7 April, at conversations.melton. vic.gov.au/C170 Please feel free to contact me for Cambridge Ward or Council related issues on 0437 231 680 or steve.abboushi@melton.vic.gov.au, or like my Facebook page @AbbsMelton

At Bloomsbury Drive Reserve there’s a brand new accessible playground, quarter basketball court, and picnic shelter. Arbour Boulevard North Reserve features a new play space, picnic shelter and exercise equipment, and Stan Payne Reserve has provided an upgraded picnic shelter, upgraded toilet block, and an expansive grass area. I’d like to thank the State Government for partnering with Council and helping to fund three fantastic park upgrades for our growing city. It’s almost Easter time, and I’d like to wish you all a very happy and safe Easter with your loved ones! If you’re planning to travel on the roads, please drive carefully and take regular breaks to make sure you arrive at your destination safely. It also marks the beginning of school holidays, and the chance for local students to take a well-deserved break. I’d encourage young people to use this time to explore a new hobby or talent by signing up for one of the fantastic school holiday events Council has planned. To see the youth activities, visit melton.vic.gov.au/YHA, or, to see the kids’ library and arts activities, visit melton.vic.gov.au/ schoolholidays You’re welcome to contact me regarding council matters at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.

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Teen footy umpire abused By Benjamin Millar Police are investigating reports that a young female volunteer umpire was sprayed with sexist abuse and followed home by angry fans following a heated match between Melton South and Ocean Grove football clubs. Victoria Police spokeswoman Belinda Batty said the teen was allegedly verbally abused during the practice match at Ocean Grove on March 20. “Police have spoken to the female in relation to the incident and are making further

inquiries,” she said. AFL Barwon and AFL Victoria are also probing claims that a Melton South supporter abused the teen umpire after she placed a player on report during the pre-season contest. Geelong Football Umpires League chairman Leigh Johnston said that he had spoken with the umpire following the incident and that the abuse was believed to have been of a sexist nature. “We were alerted to an incident that happened on Saturday evening … our first priority is to make sure the safety of our members is

paramount,” he told radio station 3AW. Mr Johnston said the league’s role is to make sure that the teen is OK and being supported. “She was quite upset with the events that took place. Any form of abuse is just not acceptable.” Mr Johnston confirmed that the teen had been followed in a car by angry fans for up to 25 kilometres after the game. An AFL Victoria spokesman said the welfare of the umpire is the priority and support is being provided. “We have zero tolerance for umpire abuse and we will continue to work with all stakeholders

across the game to ensure that we are creating safe and enjoyable environment for umpires to participate in football.” An AFL Barwon spokesman said the incident was being treated “extremely seriously”, but no comment could be made on the alleged incident until a thorough investigation has been completed. “We do not condone, nor will we tolerate any kind of abuse toward any umpire, player or official.” Melton South Football Club president Brendan Morrissey was contacted for comment.

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lymphoma, a fast growing tumour in his brain that filled every space in his head. Further investigation revealed the tumour had spread through his nasal cavity, down his throat and even wrapped around the nerves that ran through his ear. After six months of intensive chemotherapy treatment, the cancer had gone. However the drugs involved in his treatment brought on cardiomyopathy, a thickening of the heart muscle.

Now aged 11, James takes heart medication to manage his condition. James and his family are now doing all they can to support research into new drugs and new therapies for children. This included last Thursday’s fundraiser for The Kids’ Cancer Project, during which all pupils made a gold coin donation while donning yellow – James’ favourite colour.

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Rockbank Primary School was a sea of yellow last Thursday as pupils came together to raise funds for cancer research through The Kids’ Cancer Project. The charity is making a difference to the lives of young people whose lives have been affected by cancer, including Rockbank pupil James. On Good Friday in 2014, when James was only five, he was rushed to the emergency room with agonising pain in his head. Doctors discovered that James had Burkitt’s

WorkSafe is calling on Victorians to prioritise their health and safety at work following the deaths of 65 workers in 2020. WorkSafe chief executive Colin Radford said every death was a tragedy for families, workplaces and the surrounding communities. “These are not numbers or statistics,” he said. “They are loved members of our families and communities. “Mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, siblings, colleagues and team mates, who died as a result of a workplace incident that should have been avoided.” Mr Radford said there was “no excuse” for shortcuts in the workplace and for failing to make health and safety the first priority. “Victorian employers and workers – all of us – can and must do more to reduce the number of workplace deaths.” The total toll for 2020 workplace deaths includes 29 workers who died in a Victorian workplace incident and 20 who died in work-related road incidents. Mr Radford said the work-related road deaths were a “sobering reminder” of employers’ duty of care to their workers, regardless of where they are. “It doesn’t matter if workers are on a construction site, at the farm, in an office or on the road – health and safety should travel with them,” he said. The most dangerous industry in the state was public administration and safety industry, with 12 deaths last year. Manufacturing and transport, postal and warehousing, agriculture, forestry and fishing, and construction were other dangerous industries identified.

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Murder charge Delahay man Klay Holland has been charged with murder over the death of a man in Melton earlier this month. Holland, 30, was arrested in Docklands last Monday in relation to the death of Shane Cox following the discovery of the 39-year-old’s body at a Fay Street property on March 17. Holland appeared in Melbourne Magistrates Court and was remanded in custody.

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Social services unified closer to reality”. “They recommended an integrated approach to working with families in need and the Catholic Social Services Bureau was established in 1935 – the first of its kind in Australia,” she said. “Today, as we celebrate in anticipation the opportunities of a unified statewide social service agency of the Catholic Church in Victoria, we also reflect on the histories and exceptional achievements contributed by each of the agencies coming together.” Archbishop Comensoli helped celebrate the opening mass at St Anthony of Padua Parish in Melton South last Monday.

A new statewide social service agency was launched in Melton South last week with an opening mass by Melbourne Archbishop Peter Comensoli. A merger of the three social service agencies of the four Catholic dioceses in Victoria, CatholicCare Victoria is a leading provider of child, family and youth services, family relationship services, school counselling and pastoral care, as well as refugee services, social housing, employment and advocacy. Founding chief executive Agnes Sheehan used the launch to praise pioneer social workers Norma Parker and Connie Moffit, whose “vision for an integrated and co-ordinated approach to church social services moves even

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Fire response missing the mark By Tara Murray Caroline Springs fire service has the worst emergency response times in metropolitan Melbourne, according to new data. The state government data, released last week, showed a third of emergency incidents attended by Caroline Springs fire crews in the September quarter were outside the recommended response times. Standard response times for Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) for all emergency incidents across the state is 7.7 minutes. Across all FRV stations, 90.7 per cent of emergency call-outs were responded to within

the standard response time. Caroline Springs FRV crews met the standard 65.9 per cent of the time. The Caroline Springs crews responded to 90 per cent of emergency calls within nine minutes. The crews attended 101 incidents in the September quarter – 88 were emergency situations. Caroline Springs last year became a Fire Rescue Victoria station as part of a fire service reform which merged all Metropolitan Fire Brigade stations and career CFA firefighters. The station’s response area has expanded and incorporates many new development areas. During the September quarter the station’s service area underwent frequent road and

infrastructure works and traffic congestion. Throughout the reporting period, FRV also implemented additional safety precautions due to COVID-19. Sunshine crews responded to 96.6 per cent of emergency call-outs within the standard response time. Crews responded to 90 per cent of incidents within 7.3 minutes – 0.4 minutes quicker than the state average. In Melton, 77.7 per cent of the emergency incidents attended, were within the recommended response times. Fire Rescue Commissioner Ken Block said the FRV continues to strive to meet response time objectives and is committed to

improvement. “FRV’s goal is to set the global standard for emergency response, and to continue to enhance the services we deliver in the interests of community and firefighter safety. “We are continuing to work with our key stakeholders to identify, investigate and implement enhancement measures that will increase and strengthen our emergency response capabilities. The government has also appointed the Fire Services Implementation Monitor who will work with FRV to ensure we undertake the necessary measures to meet existing and future demand and keep Victorians safe.”

190 iPads,” Ms Karzis said. “This year we are actually supplying 350 iPads as we’ve received more funding.” Gandel Philanthropy chief executive Vedran Drakulic said it is important to address barriers to education for students with specific needs.

“The iPads for non-verbal students program not only tackles the digital divide that can leave vulnerable children behind, it also supports teachers, parents and students,” he said.

Melton Specialist School students are having their voices heard thanks to the donation of almost 20 new iPads to the school. The school received 19 gifted iPads last week as part of a program connecting non-verbal students with iPads to help their communication. School speech pathologist Aleks Bojceska said the iPads have been donated by State Schools Relief, a not for profit organisation supporting the needs of financially disadvantaged school students with educational resources during times of vulnerability. “From our point of view we do tend to rely on having different modes of communication available at the school, one being an iPad,” she said. “We look at it from the view that every child has the right to have a voice; this just makes the communication part more accessible for these children.” Ms Bojceska said the assistance is very much welcome as it can be difficult to attract adequate funding to meet the needs of all students. “It was actually a nice surprise for us to know that there are people out there who are willing to give when they have that ability to.” State Schools’ Relief chief executive Sue Karzis said the idea first arose when she visited a specialist school and heard of the benefits iPads could bring to special needs students, particularly if they were non-verbal.

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Opening communication

ANEETA AND MATTHEW

Gandel Philanthropy and Bank First have come on board and are donating $150,000 to the program for 2021. “I decided that was something I thought we could fundraise for and assist with, we ran our first program in 2019 and were able to fund

Benjamin Millar

TERMINATION

Gas expansion to attract business

A reminder that the Fire Danger Period is scheduled to cease. The Fire Danger Period will terminate at 0100 hours on the dates shown. Municipality

Date of Commencement

City Of Ballarat

06/04/2021

Golden Plains Shire

06/04/2021

Hepburn Shire

06/04/2021

Moorabool Shire

06/04/2021

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FR4531

Jason Heffernan

Hundreds of new jobs could be drawn to the Bacchus Marsh area following a major expansion of gas supplies to the Parwan Employment Precinct. The greenfield site south of Bacchus Marsh contains a cluster of existing employers, the Bacchus Marsh Aerodrome, a waste water treatment plant and agricultural and industrial land. The area has been identified as ideal for a focus on agribusinesses able to support up to 1500 jobs, but has been constrained to date due to a lack of gas supply. The 2880 hectare precinct – more than 1400 times the size of the MCG – could eventually host 80 commercial properties with a focus on agribusinesses, including new processing facilities for L&G Meats. The state government has allocated $2.7 million to activate the precinct by providing a “City Gas Gate”, topped up by $1 million from Moorabool council and $730,000 and land from industry partners L&G Meats. The pipeline, set to be completed by mid-2022, will double gas capacity to the Bacchus Marsh area. Regional Development Minister Mary-Anne Thomas joined Buninyong MP Michaela Settle, Melton MP Steve McGhie and Moorabool mayor Tom Sullivan at the site last week to meet with local business leaders.

Melton MP Steve McGhie, Moorabool mayor Tom Sullivan, Regional Development Minister Mary-Anne Thomas and Buninyong MP Michaela Settle. (Supplied)

Ms Thomas said this “shovel-ready” project is set to transform business and employment opportunities around Bacchus Marsh. “It’s a game-changer,” she said. “With a state-of-the-art gas connection, Parwan can become an innovative, export-oriented hub for agriculture and agribusinesses, and attract businesses that will provide hundreds of jobs for local people.”

Ms Settle said the project is an exciting step towards driving new business to the area. Mr McGhie said the Parwan upgrade will help the region to attract new investment and create jobs. “L&G Meats coming on board with the project is a real vote of confidence,” he said. Benjamin Millar 7 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

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Tip’s waste water storage plan By Benjamin Millar The operators of Melbourne Regional Landfill are seeking approval to almost double the storage capacity for waste water run-off on the Ravenhall site. Cleanaway has applied to build two new leachate ponds to capture the waste water created by the soaking of rainwater through decomposing waste in the existing landfill. The works, which require approval from Environment Protection Authority Victoria, would allow the storage of an extra 20 million

litres of leachate, taking the total capacity to 48 million litres. EPA works approvals are required for industrial and waste management activities that have the potential for significant environmental impact. Melton council planning services manager Bob Baggio said a planning permit application lodged with council for the proposed works is expected to be considered by council in the coming months. “Council takes into account potential impacts to the community and the environment when

making a decision on applications like this,” he said. A summary of the proposal notes the new leachate ponds would have a surface area of 1.6 hectares and be located in the lowest point of the quarry pit in the central half of the site. “Locating the pond in the most suitable position was a key consideration in attempts to address any potential risks of odour and visual impact as well as dust control during construction and ongoing operation of the ponds once commissioned,” it states. “The ponds will have an odour curtain

around their perimeter as part of Cleanaway best practice and odour management.” The proposed leachate pond design and location was presented at several community engagement meetings during 2020 and in February this year. “Initial queries raised from the community were predominantly on how the leachate will be handled, stored and treated.” Public submissions will be accepted until April 14 via engage.vic.gov.au/ epa-works-approvals/landfill-operationsproposed-leachate-ponds

Feedback sought from pet owners

Burnside Heights players with Issac Quaynor and Katie Brennan. (Supplied)

Junior Bears take centre stage Some of Burnside Heights talented junior footballers were in the spotlight last week. AFLW Richmond captain Katie Brennan and Collingwood defender Isaac Quaynor visited the Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve last Tuesday for the launch of an AFL and AFLW project. Junior Bears’ players were given the opportunity to have a kick-to-kick with the two stars following the press conference. Bears president Justin Peagram said it was the first time there had been something like

this held at the club. Peagram said they had a number of players keen to be involved in the announcement, but had to limit how many could attend. “It’s pretty exciting when we got the call last week,” he said. “I had to look and make sure it was a real number and then I got an email. I thought jeez we must be doing something right.” Peagram said it was nice to get some acknowledgement from the AFL. “It’s massive.

“The club has grown and the club is 10 years old so it’s a nice start to the year with a bit of acknowledgement from the AFL, especially at grassroots level.” The launch, The Toyota Good For Footy round, will celebrate Toyota’s significant contribution to Australian football from the grassroots to the elite level. It’s the first time both the AFL and AFLW have been involved in a joint dedicated round.

Melton residents are being urged to share their views on animal management matters. From dog parks and animal registrations to pet safety and rehoming, Melton council wants to hear from both pet owners and people without pets about the best way to manage animals. The council is planning its animal management services for the next four years and seeking feedback via a survey, public submission or online forum to share your views on what should be included in the updated Domestic Animal Management Plan. Mayor Kathy Majdlik encouraged everyone to participate in the process, pointing out animal management issues affect all residents. “We want to ensure pet owners can get the most out of their time with their cats and dogs, and that everyone can feel safe and supported in the way that animals are managed in our city,” she said. Cr Majdlik said the plan will cover a range of pet-related matters including the rehoming of abandoned pets, dog off-leash areas, picking up after animals, the safety of pets and the community, and the role pets play in family life. “Whether you’re a pet owner or not, we want to hear your views on how we can create a plan that meets the needs of furry friends, their families, and the broader community.” The Domestic Animal Management Plan survey and submission process are open until April 2. An online forum will be held from 7pm Wednesday, March 31. Details: conversations.melton.vic.gov. au/animalplan

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Road water idea bites the dust By Benjamin Millar Melton councillors have baulked at the idea of watering unsealed roads on hot and windy days as a way to reduce dust after investigations revealed the plan could come with a $2 million yearly price tag. Responding to a petition calling for the sealing of Holden Road in Diggers Rest, the council last year resolved to explore the viability of using water trucks to water down the dust. But council officers investigating the viability of using water trucks on the

3.6-kilometre stretch of Holden Road between Calder Freeway and Plumpton Road found it would cost about $200,000 per year and use up to 10 million litres of water. A report to the recent council meeting noted that dust is an issue on all unsealed roads in the municipality and that several other roads trigger more complaints to the council each year than Holden Road. “If these roads were to also be treated, the yearly estimated cost would be $2 million with an associated yearly estimated water usage of 100 million litres of water,” it stated.

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- Council report Dust suppression from dawn to dusk on Holden Road alone would require two water carts working continuously to pump out 500,000 litres of water per day at a cost of about $10,000. Dust suppression across 33 kilometres of the municipality’s key unsealed roads would take

20 water carts pumping 5 million litres of water per day, costing $100,000 each day. “It should be noted that on hot and windy days with traffic using the road it is likely that the road will dry out and produce dust again,” the report stated. “Dust from unsealed road surfaces is a common issue experienced throughout council’s unsealed road network..” Councillors resolved to follow the recommendation to continue to use orange oil-based dust suppressant when grading the road, but not carry out any further dust suppression works at this time.

Focus on active women

An exhibit in Born or Built? Our Robotic Future. (Supplied)

Blurring lines of humans, technology A robotics exhibition is being launched at Scienceworks on Saturday, in time for the school holidays. ‘Born or Built? Our Robotic Future’, developed by Questacon, explores how the line between humans and technology is blurring. It looks at robotics’ most challenging

questions with fun, interactive exhibits and programs for the whole family. The exhibition looks at machines that are increasingly humanlike, and how humans are embracing technology into their bodies and lives and becoming more like the machines they build.

It explores how technology will shape the future and what that future may look like. Born or Built? Our Robotic Future will be launched on Saturday, April 3. Details: museumsvictoria.com.au

Residents living in Moorabool are being urged to have their say on a new “female-friendly” strategy to encourage more women and girls to be active. Moorabool council has partnered with Sport and Recreation Victoria in a bid to find out more about what will help drive more female-friendly sporting facilities and participation opportunities across the region. The ‘Female Friendly Sport & Recreation Facilities & Participation Strategy’ will help shape the future direction of better enabling, facilitating, encouraging and inspiring women and girls to become and stay active. The strategy recognises that female participation rates in sport are lower than males in Victoria, particularly in community sport and recreation clubs. Council general manager of community strengthening, Sally Jones, said an integral part of the strategy’s development will be hearing from the Moorabool community, particularly women and girls, who are currently participating in local sporting activities or those who want to but are not. “We are very keen to hear from women and girls to understand the types of activities they are currently participating in, as well as what motivates them to participate and what hinders them,” she said. A community survey will be undertaken and a series of focus group workshops will be held throughout May and June. For further information contact council’s Connected Communities Team on 5366 7100. Benjamin Millar

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‘Pain ahead’ for investors By Goya Dmytryshchak The Real Estate Institute of Victoria says there will be “pain ahead” for mum-and-dad investors when new rental laws take effect from Wednesday, while the state’s peak body for renters says they will provide a safety net. Changes to the Residential Tenancy Act include new rental minimum standards, such as working facilities, a three-star showerhead, energy-efficient fixed heater, window coverings and electrical safety switches. Gas appliance and electrical safety checks are required every two years. Renters can now make minor modifications

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without the rental provider’s consent, such as picture hooks or screws and child safety locks and gates. There are other modifications which a rental provider can’t unreasonably refuse, such as painting the premises, installing security systems and flyscreens. REIV president Leah Calnan said there would be increased costs and obligations for owners.

“While the Victorian property market is hot, there will be pain ahead for mum-and-dad investors with changes to the Residential Tenancy Act now coming into effect,” he said. “It’s critical for Victorians to understand the sweeping changes to the Residential Tenancies Act. “The REIV is here to help landlords and real estate professionals understand and implement the changes. “The REIV is rolling out One Touch signing technology across all REIV forms, including the Rental Tenancies Act.” Tenants Victoria chief executive Jennifer Beveridge said the new laws ensured tenants

would be looked after. “Two million people in Victoria live in rented homes,” she said. “We shouldn’t be treating them as ‘second-class’. “The new laws, passed in 2018, are about putting in place a safety net for everybody rather than just those who have the money or the luck to have a landlord who looks after them. “For example, the law introduces basics, such as ensuring hot and cold water is available from now on when a renter moves into a new place. “Over time, this minimum standard will apply to all rented homes in Victoria.”

Shoppers at Watergardens have a new retail option. (Supplied)

Best&Less opens Best&Less opened last week at Watergardens Shopping Centre. The new store opened on Thursday, giving shoppers in the north-west a new big chain outlet in the centre. Best&Less claims to have the largest range of childrens and baby wear in the country and is one of Australia’s largest retailers of underwear for women, men and children. Best&Less chief executive Rodney Orrock said they were looking forward to welcoming the families of Taylors Lakes at their new store. “We will be bringing to our customers everything they expect from us in making a great selection of affordable and quality products.”

Sunbury MP Josh Bull, Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik, and Melton councillor Lara Carli. (Supplied)

Historic reserve redeveloped The Stan Payne Reserve is ready for lift off following a redevelopment of the historic site by Melton council. Located at the entrance of the Diggers Rest township, the reserve is known for being the launch site of the first powered flight in Australia by famous escape artist Harry Houdini on March 18, 1910. According to records kept by Museums Victoria Collections, Houdini’s historic flight

included a singular lap of the paddock. Sunbury MP Josh Bull officially opened the reserve on March 19 following the $800,000 development, which includes new signage to inform guests of the site’s history. The Victorian government provided $400,000 toward the project from the 2018-19 round of the Growing Suburbs Fund, while Melton council contributed the other half. Mr Bull said he’s glad to see the delivery of

new projects like these in the Sunbury area. “The new-look Stan Payne Reserve is a great new place for children to play and be active and residents to gather to be more connected to their community and its history,” he said. The Growing Suburbs Fund has invested more than $30 million into the Melton council area since 2015. Oliver Lees

Give Superules a go It’s never too late to hit the footy field, with Melton area residents aged 35 and over being urged to give ‘Superules’ a go. Melton Panthers Superules Football Club is looking for players aged 35 and over who are looking for fitness and fun during the 2021 footy season. The club’s Chris Freeman said the Panthers have two sides playing in the country division – an over 35s team and an over 45s. “We train each week and play every second weekend,” he said. “We’re always looking out for new players, it’s a good way to keep fit and stay involved.” Freeman said many of the players have a background in playing footy at an earlier 10 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

age, but some are giving it a go later in life. “It’s meant to be a bit of fun, it can get competitive though when we get out there, as you can imagine.” Training is held 6.30pm Wednesdays at Melton Recreation Reserve and matches are held each fortnight. Round one for 2021 will kick off on the weekend of April 10-11, with home fixtures against Sunbury for both Panthers teams. The season continues every two weeks with future clashes against teams including Gisborne, Ballarat, Woodend and Bendigo. Benjamin Millar

Melton Panthers Superules Football Club’s Chris Freeman, coach Shaun Sanders and president John Watkins.(Supplied)

Truck pushes car onto tracks A Maddingley truck driver has returned a positive drug test after his truck collided with a car and pushed it into the path of an oncoming V/Line train in Truganina on Monday. Police and emergency services were called to the collision at the level crossing on Hopkins Road about 11.30am after a white truck collided with a white Hyundai sedan, pushing the sedan onto the train tracks. A 23-year-old Rockbank woman driving the sedan escaped the vehicle, which was clipped a few minutes later by a Ballarat line V/Line train. The train’s driver and passengers were uninjured and the Rockbank woman was taken to hospital by ambulance for observation. Police allege the uninjured driver of the truck, a 42-year-old Maddingley man, tested positive to a drug test and is assisting police with their inquiries. Hopkins Road was closed at the level crossing south of the Western Freeway following the collision.

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MY PLACE The latest music video from country music performer Chris Williams showcases iconic locations across regional Victoria, but he maintains that life in his hometown of Melton offers the best of both worlds. He speaks with Benjamin Millar What’s your connection with Melton? I’ve lived my whole life here in Melton. Grew up here, attended the schools here and have seen the place grow and expand over the years.

country sound to it. It started to get some radio play and was lucky enough to appear in some country airplay charts across Australia. It was from there that I decided to keep going. What has been the most rewarding aspect?

What do you like most about the area?

What are your favourite local places? I’ve eaten at so many different places over the years and have become familiar with a lot of the owners, but right now I’m pretty into the burgers from Grill’d at Woodgrove. I’ll quite regularly grab a burger from there and also a coffee from Degani right next door. How did you become involved in music? I’ve always loved music from a very young age and learnt to play the guitar as a teenager. I’ve always appreciated artists like Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Keith Urban. I had always wanted to write my own songs and back in 2016 I wrote and recorded a song called ‘Shining On You’ that had a

I’d say the most rewarding part is the connections you make with people. From the people you meet playing a live show through to the people you meet through radio and social media. I love hearing from people that say they enjoyed hearing your music or that a particular song resonated with them. I love that music has an ability to connect with people on a deeper level. What can you tell us about your latest release? ‘Born To Fly’ was written as we were coming out of lockdown in 2020. I wrote the song upon reflection of what we’d all been through during that challenging time. I was thinking about how everyone had to step up and be a leader during that time. In particular parents, and how challenging that time was to multi task and mentally guide a family through that uncertainty. The song is about strength and overcoming adversity. (Supplied)

I like the fact that it has the best of both worlds. It’s located right on the border of what’s considered metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria and you could say it holds that small town country vibe but has all the amenities of the city that it is.

Born to Fly has been riding high on the country music charts – hear it via facebook.com/ chriswilliamsmusicofficial

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Members of an interim advisory committee, formed to establish an independent school in Melton, have met shire officers in secret to discuss sitting the school at Macpherson Park.

Melton’s public transport system is inadequate and unreliable according to a Mail Express survey of what students think about the local rail and bus system.

World records were slashed at the four-day World Disabled Waterski Championships held at the Melton Reservoir on the weekend.

Wildlife rescue: Helping our furry friends.

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100 years of airforce service The Point Cook air base, known as the birthplace of the Australian Flying Corps and RAAF has undergone significant refurbishment in preparation for the centenary. Alesha Capone reports.

he Royal Australian Air Force marks 100 years of service on March 31. As part of celebrations, a national memorial will be established at the Point Cook base, to honour the service of RAAF members during the past 10 decades. Other updates will be made to the base’s parade ground, Australian Flying Corps Memorial area and the chapel. The Point Cook airbase was established in March, 1913 as the location for the Central Flying School. This site was selected because it was on Port Phillip Bay and had the advantage of being suitable for both land planes and seaplanes. It operated a flying training base from 1914 until 1992, and is the oldest continuously operating military airfield in the world. The base was known as the “RAAF Base Point Cook” from 1921 onwards. The Point Cook air base was home to about 350 staff in the 1930s, but this increased to more than 2000 during World War II, as the employees assembled, tested and repaired aircraft ranging from Tiger Moth trainers to Spitfire fighters. The site also undertook aircraft research and development. In 1998, the Department of Defence (DOD) proposed selling the air base but dropped the idea after intense lobbying. In 2007, it was announced that the DOD would retain RAAF Point Cook as an open working heritage base. It was listed on the National Heritage Register in August that year. Today, RAAF Base Point Cook is home to No.21 (City of Melbourne) Squadron, the RAAF Museum and a Detachment of No. 1 Security Force Squadron. See https://airforce2021.airforce.gov.au/ for details of the Centenary of the Air Force.

1/ Trainee pilots of the Royal Australian Air Force, circa 1950. 2/ Expert signal officers supervise the work of wireless telegraphy operators in training at Point Cook, circa 1941. 3/ RAAF cadets at Point Cook learning to load bombs to the underside of an aeroplane, circa 1939. 4/ Medical air evacuation school at Point Cook, circa 1949. Sister B Docker supervises loading of patients onto the aircraft with RAAF nurses taking notes. 5/ Cadet F/Sergeant N Hampton climbs in the cockpit of a Wirraway, circa 1952. 6/ Trainee pilots at Point Cook, circa 1940. 7/ RAAF passing out parades at Point Cook, circa 1943-1944. 8/ Dropping a Storpedo Ette from a plane by parachute to test the packaging of blood plasma, circa 1952. Flight Sergeant H Jones hands the Storpedo Ette to Flight Sergeant CK Bain. 9/ Airmen receiving instruction, circa 1938-1939. 10/ An instructors’ course at Point Cook, circa 1940. Two airmen wearing flying suits and parachutes, preparing to get into a small aeroplane. 11/ Royal Australian Air Force cadets, Point Cook, 1926. Ernest Ebell is fourth from left in the middle row. The photographer, Sergeant Ernest Brian Ebell, was an Air Force pilot trainee stationed at Point Cook. He was killed during a solo training flight on September 5, 1926 near Geelong. (Source: Argus Newspaper Collection of Photographs, State Library of Victoria) 12 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

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Easter service The Combined Churches of Sunbury’s Good Friday Service will be held at St Anne’s Catholic Church, Riddell Road, Sunbury at 10am on Friday, April 2. Bookings essential by 10am on April 1. The service can also be viewed online at: youtu.be/ nwQntyNdFvk. ■ www.trybooking.com/BPXAD

Easter market The Woodend Art Group’s annual Easter Market is on Friday, April 2 – Monday, April 5, 10am-4pm at the Woodend Railway Station. ■ Margaret, 0409 193 369 or Carolyn, 0417 347 520

Through the lens Alejandro Espino Aldana aka ‘Mexican Music Man’ – put on a passionate performance so energetic and contagious that he got everyone dancing. (Damjan Janevski)

Live music Enjoy live music in Keilor Village with the ‘Lazy Liars’ – a trio of cello guitar, keyboards and kick drum – on Saturday, April 3, 11am-1pm, at 676 Old Calder Highway, Keilor. ■ www.brimbank.vic.gov.au

Farmers’ market The Woodend Farmers’ Market is on Saturday, April 3, 9am-1pm at Woodend Community Centre, Margery Crescent. ■ www.facebook.com/ woodendfarmersmarket/

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Celebrate arts, culture, music and performance by and for the community in Melbourne’s west at Brimbank’s Be Bold Festival, April 9 and 10 at the Bowery Theatre and St Albans Community Centre. ■ www.creativebrimbank.com.au/bbf

Werribee Hospital Foundation is holding a book sale from 9am-4pm on Friday, April 16, Saturday, April 17 and Sunday April 18. Pay $2 per book or $10 for 6 books at 27 Cambridge Crescent, Werribee. BYO carry bags. All proceeds are donated to Werribee Mercy Hospital.

All welcome to join this social crafting group, running at the Melton South Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa. ■ 9747 8576

Bridge classes Probus club The Woodlands Ladies Probus Club of Sunbury meets at the Sunbury Bowling Club on the fourth Monday of each month from 9.45am.The next meeting is on Monday, April 26. ■ Val, 0418 138 214 or jordanval@bigpond.com

Zonta club meets Golf day Hobsons Bay Community Fund’s annual charity golf day is on Friday, April 16 at Kooringal Golf Club from 11.30am. Registrations close Friday, April 9. ■ https://events.humanitix.com/hobsonsbay-community-fund-2021-charity-golf-day

Ballet program Join The Australian Ballet education and outreach team at the Bowery Theatre, St Albans, for a fun and creative holiday dance program. Students will explore the world of dance and create an original dance work to perform on the final day. The dance workshops include contemporary warm-ups, dance exercises and choreographic games. Elements such as costume design, music and storytelling through dance will be discussed. The program runs April 6-9. Bookings essential. ■ www.creativebrimbank.com.au

The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420

Diabetes support Westgate Diabetes Support Group meets at 10am on the first Tuesday of the month at Altona Bowling Club, 113 Civic Parade, Altona. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996

AL-ANON meets AL-ANON provides support for families and loved ones living with alcoholics and problem drinkers. The group meets Mondays at St Thomas Anglican Church foyer, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee, from 7.30pm, and on Tuesdays at the St Mary’s Tennis Club rooms, 204 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough. ■ 0412 432 760

Playing cards, making friends If you enjoy playing cards, meeting new friends, and keeping mentally fit, attend social bridge every Friday morning at the Melton Library from 10am-noon. Beginners to experienced players are welcome. Melton Bridge Club also meets on Tuesday nights from 7-10pm at Arnolds Creek Community Centre. ■ Rosemary, 0407 894 817

Story times Encourage a love of reading and help your child develop their literacy skills at Braybrook Library on Tuesdays and Footscray Library on Wednesdays, from 11-11.30am. Or enjoy Story Time at Home via YouTube on Mondays from 11am. Suitable for children aged 2-5 years and their families. Bookings required. ■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library

Farmers and makers market The South Morang Farmers & Makers Market is back. Shop for fresh local produce and handmade products at the market on Saturday, April 17, 9am-1pm at the Whittlesea civic centre carpark, 25 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang. ■ 9217 2278

Conservation volunteers Join the Friends of Cobbledicks Ford for conservation work in the reserve on the second Friday of the month, 10am-noon, March to October. Registrations open 9.30am in the carpark. BYO water bottle and gloves. Tools provided. ■ John 0407 546 235, cobbledicksford@gmail.com

Garden club The Sunbury Garden Club hosts a meeting on the first Tuesday of every month, with new visitors always welcome. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which commences at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663

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Learn to play bridge with Williamstown Bridge Club. Lessons are held on Fridays, beginning April 16, at Hobsons Bay Sport and Game Fishing Club, 17 Altona Road, 10am-12.45pm. The first two lessons are free, with the remaining six lessons costing $80. ■ Serita, 0410 599 323 or seritamudford@hotmail.com

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Out and about Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught up with some locals catching up for a coffee and enjoying the autumn weather out and about in the heart of Bacchus Marsh, Wyndham and Maribyrnong.

Rotary Club of Sunbury has donated a pallet of hand sanitiser to send to Papua New Guinea to assist with the country’s COVID-19 outbreak. Organiser Janelle Walters and Rotary members loaded the pallet on Saturday. (Damjan Janevski) 232601_01

The 1st Werribee Scout Group has painted a mural on the side of their College Road hall. The mural was funded by a Wyndham City Neighbourhood Grant. The scouts hope the mural will increase the appeal of the hall building.

1/ Bill Sharp and Phil McLean; 2/ Bill Bateson; 3/ Bob Whitefield; 4/ Irene Laefman; 5/ Terraforming by artist Nicholas Burridge at Melbourne’s Living Museum of the West; 6/ Artists Nicole Wragg, Jo Neville and Carolyn Barnes at the exhibition Leaf Tree: A Small Universe of Life and Beauty; 7/ Artists Nicole Wragg, Jo Neville and Carolyn Barnes; 8/ Ben and Sarah Testa with Logan, 4, and Emmett, 2, at the Offshore Speedboat Championships and Food Truck Fetival; 9/ Martin, Laura and Maizy Gregory; 10/ Simon and Ally Wilson with their children Olivia 10, Isaac, 8, Isaiah, 8 and Emma, 1. (Pictures: Damjan Janveski) 231375, 232606, 232602 14 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

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An exhibition by one celebrated childre of Australia’s most n’s lighting up Melton book authors is library. Never be late for a a striking series of Parade includes book illustrations by award-winning author and illustra tor Shaun Tan (inset). Featuring a collect ion of illustrations from Tan’s best-kn own including The Arrival picture books , The Red Tree, The Lost Thing, Rules Singing Bones, Cicada of Summer, The and Tales from the Inner City, the showcase celebra tes Tan’s unique approa ch As well as being an to storytelling. acclaimed writer and internationally illustrator, Tan has branched out into theatre design and concept art for ﬁlms Horton Hears a Who and Pixar’s WALL-E . He directed the Academ y Award-winning short based on his winning ﬁlm The Lost Thing, picture book of the same name. Never be late for a Parade is showing at Melton Library and Learning Hub until March 7.

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To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.

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2 7 8 9

3 5 2 6 8 5 9 9 1 6 7 6 4

6 7 5 3 9 2 9 3 6 4

Levels (of quality) (9) Conversations (5) Rampaging (7) County in NW England (7) Lackadaisical (9) Astound (5) Colouring (7) Fantasy creature (7) Greek letter (3) Climbing support spot (7) Sewer entrance (7) Member of a Jamaican religious movement (5) Choosers (9) Food (archaic) (7) Distance in models or maps (7) Cooks (quickly) (5) Distributes (9)

23 26 27 28 29

4 5 6 7 8 12 14 15 16 17 22 23 24 25 27

Mat (3) Is not good (coll.) (5) Associate (9) Blood carrier (5) Impasse (9) Bordered (5) Weekend days (9) Worshippers (9) Desert animal (5) Study of the production and consumption of goods (9) Hindu deity (5) Satisfied fully (5) South Australian valley (5) Long detailed stories (5) Distress call (1,1,1)

Horses’ fathers (5) Loathe (9) Tendency (5)

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4 LETTERS ANTS EPIC IONS LAGS MAMA MICE PEAT RING SCAB TANG TEXT TYPE USED USES

9-LETTER WORD Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

Today’s Aim: 26 words: Good 39 words: Very good 53 words: Excellent

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5 LETTERS ADEPT ADOBE AGENT ALIEN ANKLE AROSE ASIAN AZURE BRINY CANON CLACK DELTA DROSS EDGED ELOPE EMIRS EVENT EXILE GOODO GROIN

IDEAS INERT KNEED LEGAL LENDS MANGO NAVEL NEVER ONSET OPERA PEEVE PIVOT POISE RECAP RELAX RENDS RISER SAWED SORTA SPOOF STICK

STRUT TENOR TIARA TONNE TWEAK TWICE ULTRA VENUE ZEBRA 6 LETTERS ARENAS FERRET IRONED TETHER

7 LETTERS COCKPIT INKIEST ITEMISE LURKING PORTICO VOIDING 8 LETTERS COLDNESS OPERATOR RECURRED SCREAMED

abort, allot, alloy, aloe, alto, atoll, ballot, bloat, bloater, blot, boar, boat, boatel, boater, bola, bole, boll, bolt, borate, bore, boreal, boyar, lobar, lobe, loral, lore, loyal, obey, oblate, oral, orally, orate, oyer, reallot, robe, role, roll, rota, rote, royal, tabor, tallboy, taro, toby, TOLERABLY, toll, tore, troll, trolley, troy, tyro, yore

5 1 2 6 8 3 7 9 4

2 9 4 3 7 5 8 1 6

6 1 5 4 9 8 2 3 7

7 8 3 1 2 6 4 5 9

5 2 6 7 8 3 1 9 4

9 4 8 2 6 1 3 7 5

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8 6 2 9 1 7 5 4 3

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1 5 9 6 3 4 7 8 2

8 4 6 7 5 9 2 3 1

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1 3 5 8 6 7 4 2 9

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3 6 1 9 2 4 5 8 7

8 5 9 6 2 1 7 4 3

4 7 3 8 5 9 6 2 1

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9-LETTER WORD

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Påskeøl, or Easter Beer, is a traditional Easter drink in what country?

2 Which Australian supermodel (pictured) was born on Easter Sunday in 1964?

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33 words: Good 43 words: Very good 53 words: Excellent

3 Instead of a bunny, what bird delivers eggs in Switzerland? 4 The first known use of chocolate occurred in which modern-day country?

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5 In Bermuda, what is traditionally flown on Good Friday? 6 Who (pictured) played Jesus in the 2004 film The Passion of the Christ? 7 Easter Island is also known by what name?

8 And what famous statues are found there? 9 Which AFL team is playing North Melbourne on Good Friday this year? 10 What is the name of Roger Rabbit’s wife in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?

ANSWERS: 1. Denmark 2. Elle Macpherson 3. Cuckoo 4. Mexico 5. Kites 6. Jim Caviezel 7. Rapa Nui 8. Moai 9. Western Bulldogs 10. Jessica Rabbit.

3 9 6

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2 1

SOLUTIONS

HOLIDAY GIANT

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66 What a dentist might recommend (5) 68 Military cap (5) 70 Register (4)

9-LETTER WORD

29 31

54 If you know the intricacies then you know the – and outs (3) 57 Sudden urge to act (7) 58 Snake (7) 59 Ostensible reason (7) 61 Place or group different from those surrounding it (7) 62 Rub out (5) 64 Indifference (6)

ache, achoo, cache, cachet, catch, cate, catechol, ceca, celt, chalet, chat, cheat, chela, CHOCOLATE, cleat, cloche, clot, clothe, cloth, coach, coal, coat, coca, cochlea, coco, cocoa, cola, cole, colt, cool, coolth, coot, cote, each, echo, eclat, etch, lace, latch, leach, loach, locate, loch, loco, ocelot, octal, ootheca, tach, tache, taco, talc, teach, theca, thecal

24 25 26 28

38 Wednesday or Thursday, for example (7) 39 Having eight straight sides (9) 40 Spasms (6) 41 African deer (8) 42 Fast (5) 43 Headlight type (7) 45 High tennis shot (3) 47 Large-scale (4) 48 Transparent sheet (10)

HARD SUDOKU

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Lord (5) Increase the whiteness (7) Outstanding (6) Join (4) Soft cottage cheese (7) Anthology (7) Acknowledge (5) Cocktail – one of Bond’s favourites (7) Backward view (10) Earth (5) Unprepared (9) Arm of the Mediterranean sea (8) Aromatic substance (7) Insect (3) Ancient keyboard instruments (11) Dispute (7) Encourage in crime (4) Mark (6) Location for viewing celestial bodies (11) Rage (5) Mythical troll-like creature; a type of enemy in The Lord of the Rings (3)

2 6 4 3 8 7 5 1 9

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19 22 25 27 30

8 5 7 9 1 6 3 4 2

6 4 3 1 7 8 2 9 5

15 16

56 Organs that filter waste from the blood (7) 60 Used alongside oestrogen in the female birth control pill (12) 63 Music of Jamaican origin (6) 65 Practise petty theft (6) 67 Largest living rodent (8) 69 Fatherly (8) 71 Pakistani city (6) 72 Imprison (11) 73 Part payment given as security (7) 74 Huntsman’s cry (5-2) 75 Jack in the fairy story climbed it (9)

7 8 2 4 9 5 1 3 6

8 12 13 14

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1 9 5 6 2 3 8 7 4

ACROSS 1 4

KIDS’ EASTER CORNER EASTER JOKES Q. Why was the Easter Bunny upset? A. He was having a bad hare day

Q. Why did the Easter Egg hide? A. It was a little chicken

WORD FIND Can you find all of the words listed below? The leftover letters will spell out a secret message.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE The Easter Bunny has lost his basket of eggs. Help him find his way down the rabbit hole to find the basket.

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BONNET

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GOODIES

REBIRTH

CANDLES

EGGS

HIDDEN

SACRIFICE

CELEBRATE

FAMILY

HOP

TRADITION

CHICK

FESTIVE

HUNT

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Hybrid SUV pioneer going strong By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring Resistance is futile: Mitsubishi recognised this years ago when it became the first automobile maker to ‘electrify’ the sports utility vehicle (SUV), taking the hybrid road with the Outlander on its journey to an alternative power source. The Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) hit the road in 2017 running on electrical power with the back-up of a petrol engine used to charge the battery or add extra performance to the vehicle. The thinking behind this, says Mitsubishi, is that the Outlander PHEV gives owners driving that most family cars encounter in the school drop-off or daily commute, which often involve stop/go traffic – conditions in which the internal combustion engine is least efficient. Late in 2020 the two-model mid-size SUV was given a drivetrain upgrade with the addition of a Sport mode. MY21 has added a third variant blessed with a Bilstein premium suspension package tuned to enhance the driving experience. Also, with the introduction of two-directional chargers in 2021, the Outlander PHEV will be the first SUV to be able to store electric power and return it to the home or grid. The technically sophisticated SUV now comes in three highly specified variants – Outlander PHEV ES selling from $47,990, plus on-road costs, Outlander PHEV GSR, $52,490, and or top Outlander PHEV Exceed, $56,490. All Outlanders are covered by Mitsubishi’s ten-year 200,000 kilometre warranty and capped price servicing when all scheduled services are done through the authorised Mitsubishi Motors Dealer Network. Some customers, such as government, taxis, rentals and selected national business, are excluded.

Styling The Starlight White test vehicle took the popular road to SUV exterior design with contrasting black mica roof, rails, rear spoiler, plus front and rear bumper skid plates and rear-view mirrors. Not to be left out of the contrasting colour scheme were a black chrome plated radiator grille, front bumper air ducts and tailgate garnish. Highlights of a different nature up front were LED auto levelling headlamps and front foglamps. The modern look was emphasised by 18-inch black machined two-tone alloy wheels.

The new Outlander PHEV hybrid sticks to traditional SUV looks with the GSR taking advantage of a premium Bilstein suspension advantage. (Supplied)

Engines / transmissions Interior Styling included (you guessed it) black accents, in the form of shift knob and steering wheel, roof lining, a-pillar trim, silver stitched armrest and door trim. A four-way power seat with micro-suede facings and synthetic leather bolsters offered the drive a deal of comfort. Rear occupants also were well looked after with above average head room for adults and ample leg room with the front seats accommodating. With the rear seat backs folded, cargo space extends to 1741 mm in length, a completely flat 463 litres of luggage room. A power tailgate makes for easy access. An under-floor compartment provided space for the charging cable and other small items.

Infotainment The conventional Outlander’s multi-information system is augmented with a PHEV-dedicated menu which provides access to functions and displays for electric vehicle usage. This includes a 7-inch display screen with a navigation system that includes a charging station search, charging cost, scheduled charging and air cooling and remaining cruising area display. A PHEV Driving Information Display incorporates an energy flow display, energy monitoring and ECO system information. A Mitsubishi eight-speaker sound system is included. 24 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

Petrol power comes from the tried-and-tested 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, while twin electric motors – 60 kW, front; 70 kW, rear contribute to combined maximum power of 157 kW (parallel hybrid mode) and combined maximum torque of 332 Nm (all modes). Drive battery capacity is 13.8 kWh, giving the vehicle a claimed potential electric driving range of up to 54 km. Approximately seven hours charge time: type 1; 3 hours, type 2; 25 min, DC fast charger.)

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Outlander PHEV ES AWD: $47,990 Outlander PHEV GSR AWD: $52,490 Outlander PHEV Exceed AWD: $56,490 Prestige paint $550

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Safety All Outlander PHEV occupants are protected by Mitsubishi’s Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution bodywork and seven airbags, including front driver and passenger, side and side curtain positions. The entry-level ES model has cruise control, lane departure warning, and auto high beam on top of forward collision mitigation, autonomous braking, plus rear parking sensors and reverse camera. The Outlander adds with blind spot monitoring, lane change assist, rear cross-traffic alert and front parking sensors.

Driving Outlander PHEV GSR has Bilstein suspension. Together with a low centre of gravity, thanks to the underfloor drive battery, delivers a high standard of handling and ride comfort not normally found in an SUV. Together with responsive steering, this gives the GSR model the ability to take being thrown

around fast bends and tight corners with a level of driver confidence unheard of in a similar vehicle. Add to this, the upgraded safety systems and the ability to go beyond the 54 kilometre electric motor range with the petrol engine kicking in, the latest Outlander PHEV offers minimum anxiety on most on-road (and soft road) travel. The PHEV makes the best use of petrol and electricity by delivering power in three modes – EV Drive Mode, Series and Parallel Modes – that operate without any intervention from the driver. EV mode is all electric driving, using only electric power from the drive battery. Carbon dioxide emissions and petrol consumption are zero up to 120 km/h. In Series Mode, the petrol engine is used to recharge the battery which supplies the electric motors to drive the wheels. The system switches to Series mode when the battery

charge falls below a predetermined level or more performance is required, such as during overtaking or on a steep climb. The switch to Parallel Mode occurs when the vehicle reaches highway speeds, or extra power is required. In Parallel Mode, the petrol engine provides drive to the front wheels with help from the electric motors. The electric motors also manage Outlander’s dynamic stability, the integrated S-AWC system ensuring it has the same levels of roadholding as a conventional four-wheel drive. The electric motors act as generators during deceleration. They recharge the drive battery when the driver releases the accelerator or when the brake pedal is applied. The degree of energy recovered can be controlled using the gear lever or paddle shifts on the steering wheel. The driver can increase energy uptake by moving the lever from ‘D’ to ‘B’ where two levels – B3 or B5 – are available. Alternatively, by using the steering wheel paddles, the driver can adjust the level of regenerative braking to any of the six levels, from B0 to B5. Consumption figures obtained on test were: 6.1 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres and six kilometres per kWh on a mix of city and motorway driving.

Summary If superior ride and handling are requirements, the Bilstein advantage Outlander PHEV GSR is the SUV for you. However, patience could pay off by waiting for the all-new Outlander due for release later this year.

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Fast and furious Wyndham Harbour hosted round one of the 2021 Offshore Superboat Championships at the weekend. The competition was fast and furious and attracted plenty of attention. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski caught some of the action.

1/ Drivers Mark Swain and Josh Bossong put Risky through its paces; 2/ Steve Kelly and Anthony Bann in King Cole; 3/ Kelly and Bann apply the pressure; 4/ The Colonel with drivers Scott and Jason Kelly; 5/Risky, with Mark Swain and Josh Bossong was impressive; 6/ The Colonel with drivers Scott and Jason Kelly (Damjan Janevski) 232603 25 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

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Keilor celebrates triple premiership week It was a week to remember for Keilor Bowls Club in Bowls Victoria weekend pennant. After missing finals the past few seasons, the club’s top side claimed the division 2, section 2 premiership. It was one of three premierships on the same day for Keilor, with the third and fourth teams also taking out the title. Chairman Joe Watkins said it had been a massive season for the club. “From a club perspective we had five Saturday sides and four of them were in finals,” he said. “Three won their section and it’s been over 20 years since we’ve had three premierships in one season. “We’re quite happy from a club point of view and it’s a great effort from a little club like us.” Watkins said the top side hadn’t played finals for at least four or five years before this season. The top side entered the grand final as underdogs against Melton 2, which had lost just one game for the season. The match would go down to the wire, with Keilor winning 76 shots to 74. Each team won two rinks each, with Sam Boslem and Jason Silvestrii the winning skips

Keilor Bowls Club claimed the division 2, section 2 premiership. (Supplied)

for Keilor. “It was great to beat the top side,” Watkins said. “It was very close for the whole day and we got up by a couple of shots.

“It was a great team effort and a lot of hard work as a group to get ready to play finals. We’re quite ecstatic.” The club’s other premiers were the third

team which beat Aberfeldie CBC in division 5, section 2 and the fourth team, which won the division 6, section 1 title. The top side was set to play off for the overall division 2 title and promotion to division 1 at the weekend. Normally securing a section title would be enough for promotion, but the system was changed this year because of the shortened season due to COVID-19. The weekend’s matches were after Star Weekly went to press. Watkins said promotion would really benefit the club. The club has about 120 bowling members and 60 to 70 social members. “It means everything for us,” he said. “It makes us a lot more attractive club to come to, being in division 1. “We have pretty good facilities, greens and clubhouse. We would be able to attract a better class of bowlers and it would help the club and help the other sides.” It was a big week for the club, with its mid week side kicking off its finals campaign. . Tara Murray

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Macedon holds its nerve By Tara Murray Macedon stormed home late in the season to claim the Gisborne and District Cricket Association Jensen Shield. Having a slow start to the season, the Cats found their groove and entered the finals having not lost in 2021. They beat East Sunbury in the semi-finals, to set up a grand final clash with the minor premiers, Romsey. The grand final would be a thriller, with the match going down to the final over. Cats captain Daniel Trotta said they had taken a lot of confidence into the grand final despite being the underdog. “It was a topsy turvy year and we were able to come good and finish on a high,” he said. “We didn’t start the year well as we had a new pitch put in and had a few issues with it. We played our first two or three home games at Woodend. “Once we got back home at our ground, we felt a bit more confident and all played much better. 26 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

“We didn’t lose this year and had more consistency. Romsey were the benchmark team all season and we knew we had a game on our hands. “They finished on top for a reason.” Romsey started well with the bat and looked in control early on. Trotta said the good start made it stressful early on, but things soon settled. “Our bowlers got back on top after a few good middle overs and tied the scoring down.” Romsey made 7-138 from its overs. Gabriel Yow Yeh, Nathan Aikman and Brendon Scott took two wickets each for the Cats. The Cats started well with the bat better losing two quick wickets. They would be on pace for much of the innings. They got within three runs of the win, when Chris Axton went out. Darcy Doyle and Gareth De Rosayro were able to get the job done, with the Cats finishing 6-140 with five balls remaining. “It was very stressful and I couldn’t look at times,” Trotta said.

“I was a bit nervous, but I was confident in the boys at the same time.” Chris Ingleton top scored with 30 at the top of the order, while Scott and Todd Coppin chipped in with 29 apiece. Scott was named player of the match. The premiership is the Cats second Jensen Shield title in three seasons. It will likely see them promoted into the Johnstone Shield for next season. After struggling in that division last season, Trotta believes they can be more competitive this time round. “It was a fairly decent step up to Johnstone Shield,” he said. “We lost a few premiership players and we didn’t have a good year. We finished second bottom and it was a disappointing season. “Dropping back down was good and we had a few more people available this season. I think we can be competitive in Johnstone Shield, depending on how the team looks. “Hopefully we go out and pick up some new players and get a few more players back as well.”

Williamstown’s top side came away with the premiership in a record-breaking weekend for the club in the Bowls Victoria pennant section grand finals. For the first time, the club had three sides finish the regular season in the top two. All three won their semi-final, with the top side, which plays in division 3, section 1, the only one to go on to win their grand final. The club’s Greg Donohue said it had been a really good year for the club. “The first time ever three of four sides finished in the top two,” he said. “It’s fantastic to get three sides into finals. To get them playing in the grand final is a huge achievement.” Donohue, who plays in the top side, said the team had been on top for most of the year. He said they were confident heading into the grand final against Rosamond, which had finished the regular season in second place. “We played some of the other top sides recently,” he said. “We had some really good results. “We were ahead all day and we got within two shots. “Our rink was down and we were getting belted and we were thinking we were going to lose it for the club. “We then pulled it back. The whole team came back pretty well in the end.” Williamstown won 79 shots to 63, with three of the four rinks winning. Jeff Newton, Chris Hammer and John Cassidy were the winning skips. Donohue said it had been about three years since they had won their last premiership. The top side has secured promotion into division 2 for next season and will now play off against the other section winners to try and claim the overall division 3 title. Donohue said they had only claimed the overall division title three times in 140 years. He said winning the section title had been the “big one” . “In the section, you’re playing against the local blokes and they’re always good sports and you know them. “It’s always fun playing them.” Tara Murray

SPORT Lancefield Tigers secure premiership double Lancefield made it a premiership double in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association, after its men’s side claimed the division 2 title against Bacchus Marsh. The club’s women’s side had already claimed the inaugural GDCA women’s premiership, and the men joined in the action. Tigers captain-coach Matt Bowden said it was special to get the premiership. “Last season the boys won the premiership by default due to COVID-19,” he said. “Most of those players are back this season and we’ve now won it again. It’s nice to actually get out there and win the premiership.” The Tigers were one of the favourites heading into the season, with some experienced players returning, headlined by Bowden. They had wanted to play in a higher division, but the GDCA decided that they would play in

Lancefield’s men’s premiership side. (Supplied)

division 2 and continue to work their way back up the ranks. Bowden said there had been some challenges on the field. “We would have liked to have been a couple of grades higher,” he said.

“There were some challenging games and we lost to Blackwood in the second last match. “It was the wake-up call we needed towards the back end of the season. It was our only loss for the season.” The Tigers made 8-155 in the grand final with Luke Harrison top scoring with 31 not out. Bowden said they were more than happy with that total. “Bacchus Marsh is a really good side,” he said. “We thought anything over 130 would be a good score, so we were happy with 155. “Earlier, I thought we would be lucky to get 100. Glenn Caton and Luke Harrison got the runs ticking over.” Bowden said Bacchus Marsh started well with the bat and was on top half way through the innings. The Tigers then got going. “It was definitely still up in the air at drinks,”

he said. “They were in front at the 18th over. We bowled a couple of good overs and got some key wickets and it went from there. “A lot of the guys have played in finals before and they played to their strengths.” The Bulls were bowled out for 89 with five overs remaining. Samuel Taylor took 3-4 off his three overs. Bowden, Harrison and Andrew Richardt took two wickets each. Bowden said the premiership capped off a special season for the club. “It has been a great year for Lancefield with the year it has been with COVID,” he said. Bowden said they were hoping to go up a grade or two next season, to give themselves a new challenge. Tara Murray

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Bulls’ premiership joy By Tara Murray Bacchus Marsh cemented its spot as the best team in recent history in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup with its third premiership in four seasons. The Bulls, who claimed the minor premiership having lost just one game for the season, defeated Sunbury United in the grand final. While the final looked to be one-sided on paper, Bulls captain-coach James Lidgett said it was a great match. “I think it was the best two sides for the season,” he said. “I knew we would be up for a fight, as they had beaten us during the season. It didn’t feel like it was one-sided. “One more wicket would have opened the game up. It was closer than it looked.” The Bulls sent in United and it proved to be the right decision, as they claimed two quick wickets, including Dilan Chandima. Chandima was the standout batsman of the competition, making 855 runs at an average of 122.

It was a great piece of fielding by Shaun Taylor that did the damage. “We had built a lot of pressure and Chandima was looking to get a quick single,” Lidgett said. “It was a really good run out.” That would be the end of the good fielding, with Lidgett saying that the two sides dropped 13 catches between them as the pressure built. He said he had never seen so many catches dropped in a game. Ryan Billinghurst [46] and Amrit Sandhu [39] rescued the innings for United, which was bowled out for 127. Jack Powell took three wickets for the Bulls. Rhys Watson, who opened the bowling, finished with 2-5 off his 6.2 overs. The Bulls started well and got to 48 with no wicket. They would lose three wickets, but got the runs easily, finishing 3-127. All five batsmen who got a bat, scored at least 18 with Kieran Atkin top scoring with 24. Lidgett said everyone had contributed to the win. Watson was named player of the match for his bowling performance, which Lidgett said set the tone for the match.

Lidgett said this premiership was just as special as the others. “We’re really happy with it,” he said. “This one is a bit different as it was a strange year. It was a different format with just one-day cricket, but just as special.” Grand final day was a big day for the Bulls, with four of the club’s senior sides playing in grand finals. Their second side took out the second grade premiership, the Johnstone Shield. The Bulls made 8-183 against Wallan, before restricting the Magpies to 75. Mace Cousins top scored for the Bulls with 49. The bowlers shared the wickets around, with all five bowlers picking up at least one wicket. Their other two sides in the grand final both suffered losses. Lidgett said it was special to see the whole club doing so well. “It shows we have a lot of depth in the club,” he said. “It shows where we’re at and it’s good for the future. “It’s something to be proud of there’s a lot of work put in. It’s a club effort.”

Malmsbury snuck home in a a thriller to secure back-to-back premierships in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association division 1 competition. Malmsbury won its semi-final against Woodend in the last over of the match and its grand final against Bacchus Marsh was just as close – a four off the second ball of the last over secured the premiership. Malmsbury president Garry Nicholls said it was an awesome feeling for the club. “We won last year as well, but we call it the COVID cup, as we won it as we finished on top and never played the grand final. “Apart from that, this is our first premiership in the GDCA.” Nicholls and others were on the edge of their seats during the grand final against Bacchus Marsh. The Bulls made 7-140 off their 40 overs – David Dickinson top scoring with 38. Parminder Singh took two wickets for Malmsbury. Nicholls said the match was close throughout the whole run chase. “Chasing 140 isn’t a lot, but it’s enough when you have to get them. It was really nerve racking. “We got one off the first ball of the last over and then a four off the second to win the match.” Skipper Matt Cox top scored with 43, while man-of-the-match Tom Logan chipped in with a handy 41 not out. Nicholls said the premiership was not in their minds after a disastrous start to the season. “We lost our first seven games and were on the bottom of the ladder,” he said. “We then turned it around … won eight in a row and got it together.” Nicholls said they would love the challenge of going up a grade next season to test themselves. Tara Murray 27 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 30 March, 2021

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