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Bulla Bridge hazard fears By Oliver Lees Increased congestion along the Bulla Bridge poses a “potential hazard for the whole community”, according to qualified civil engineer Steve Bock. Mr Bock inspected the heritage-listed bridge following the approval of Hi-Quality’s planning scheme amendment, which paves the way for it to accept spoil from the West Gate Tunnel project. According to a report presented to a Hume council meeting on September 7, 2020, trucks would transport soil to Hi-Quality’s site 24-hours a day, seven days a week for 18 to 24 months. The report stated that a traffic assessment had estimated there would be 36 truck movements (18 entering and 18 exiting the site) per hour

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associated with the proposed activity Mr Bock told Star Weekly the Bulla Bridge’s antiquated features makes it incompatible for modern traffic demands. According to the National Trust database, the Bulla Bridge was originally constructed in 1869 for the use of horse and cart.

“It’s insane to think you have large trucks mingling with cars at that rate on such a narrow bridge,” Mr Bock said. “As [the trucks] come down the hill, they need to come down as fast as possible to maintain momentum, but they can’t see around the corner. “Plus the fact that it’s heritage listed, means it should be preserved.” Mr Bock’s report states cracks were found under the western side of the bridge and outlined the impact of differential loading, which refers to one side of a structure being consistently placed under greater strain than the other from large vehicles such as truck-trailers. Mr Bock said he had submitted a request for an official load rating report from the state government to assess the bridge’s condition but was yet to receive a response.

The September 2020 report to council highlighted a 2019 survey which found that Sunbury Road was already far in excess of the recommended daily capacity of a two-lane road. Hume mayor Joseph Haweil said the use of Sunbury Road for the relocation of large quantities of toxic soil would have a major impact on roads that are “already under strain”. “We hold great concerns about allowing hundreds of extra trucks crossing the narrow, dangerous and heritage bridge at Bulla,” Cr Haweil said. The Calder Highway and Sunbury Road provide the only arterial connection between the Sunbury and Bulla communities. Roads and Road Safety Minister Ben Carroll did not respond to questions about whether the state would consider fast-tracking the Bulla Bypass to alleviate congestion on the bridge.

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Push for National Park listing By Oliver Lees A Macedon Ranges landcare group has urged the state government to declare the Wombat Forest a national park. Malmsbury Landcare Group president John Walter said it was time for the change in order to protect local wildlife and vegetation. “Whenever I’m in that forest there are issues,” Mr Walter said. “There’s no protection from motorbike activities, people are often making their own paths.

“[Establishing National Park status] doesn’t remove those activities, but puts more teeth into controlling them.” In 2017, the Victorian Environment Assessment Council (VEAC) led an independent investigation, at the request of the state government, to assess the protection requirements of public forests including Wombat Forest. VEAC recommended that large areas of forest become national or regional park areas. According to the Victorian National Parks Association, more than 370 rare and threatened species are found in the areas recommended to

be classified as national parks. Mr Walter said that while conducting spotlighting activities, the landcare group had identified a population of brushtail phascogales, which is a threatened species. Wombat Forestcare convenor Gayle Osborne said it was past time for the state government to respond to the VEAC recommendations. “The Wombat forest has so many values that need protecting; the headwaters of six major rivers, many rare and threatened species and the storage of carbon,” she said. “How long do we have to wait for the

Helping youth become job-ready A social enterprise in Kyneton has been recognised for its work helping young people find workplace opportunities. Last month, The Social Foundry was celebrated at the ‘Championing Victorian Industry within Schools’ event. Since receiving not-for-profit status in 2016, The Social Foundry has had almost 100 trainees come through its programs, which are designed to prepare young people for work in hospitality or in a trade. Co-founder Simon Burnett has lived in Kyneton for seven years and said that after creating an “exhaustive” business plan, The Social Foundry was designed to address specific issues facing youth in regional areas. “The opportunities for people in regional areas are very slim, our research found there weren’t enough training opportunities,” he said, adding that the hospitality and tradework sectors were the two biggest employers of youth. “Practical training is the best model, rather than a theoretical framework. “Learning interpersonal and hands-on skills, that’s the stuff you need to hold a job.” The Social Foundry now has working relationships with each of the local high schools and community employment services in the area. Individuals are either referred to The Social Foundry for support and can gain workplace skills in the organisation’s cafe in Kyneton, or as part of a procurement team in trades such as plumbing and carpentry. Mr Bennett said the charity’s focus is to foster an inclusive environment. “The most powerful hope in the world is the power of belonging, so at The Social Foundry we believe it doesn’t matter what you do, you Seventeen-year-old Christian at ‘Social Foundry’ in Kyneton. (Damjan Janevski) 236206_01 will always belong here,” he said. “We encourage failure that’s moving toward they’d gained experience through employment, apprenticeship at a professional kitchen,” he success.” said. “Now he often comes back and runs the further education or volunteering. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the He said with the right support, anyone can cafe’s kitchen himself. If you had told me that work of charity’s such as The Social Foundry reach their potential. three years ago, I would have laughed at you. It’s “has never been more important”. “One of our first trainees came in with really a testament to the program.” According to Mr Bennett, 76 per cent of a range of challenges, but then he began to past trainees had moved ‘upstream’, meaning trust our mentors and our staff and has an Oliver Lees

Victorian government to take nature protection issues seriously?” Victorian National Parks Association executive director Matt Ruchel said he was disappointed the state government was overlooking its legal obligation to respond to the recommendations. “The clock is ticking, and it’s ticking very loudly for many of our most vulnerable native wildlife,” Mr Ruchel said. In November 2018, about 700 people protested their concern that national park status would restrict public access to the forest.

Pedestrian safety in spotlight Sunbury’s pedestrian crossings could be made more accessible for people with disabilities, according to a disability support organisation based in Sunbury. Established in 1985, Distinctive Options provides support, education and employment training to people with disabilities. At a Hume council meeting in April, Cr Jarrod Bell said he was in discussion with a representative from the organisation who wanted to improve pedestrian safety for people with disabilities. “One of the ones that they [Distinctive Options] … really felt strongly about was pedestrian safety,” Cr Bell said. “A lot of their clients use wheelchairs and other mobility aids and they felt that having things like the ‘stop, look, listen’ stenciling on footpaths would be a great reminder for those in our community to use our footpaths and our road crossings more safely. “They were very excited about the touch-free sensors … for activating the pedestrian crossings at Brooke and Evans streets in Sunbury. “It is effectively, you wave your hand over the button instead of touching the button … they thought that was a fantastic innovation and they’d love to see that use more widely across the city.” ‘Stop, look, listen’ stencilling refers to bright roadside signage that borders pedestrian crossing to reinforce a message of safety. Cr Bell moved a motion in general business suggesting officers provide a report into the improvement of pedestrian safety across the city.

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Upgrade complete The Carlsruhe Fire Brigade is looking better than ever, with the station officially reopening last week. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) site received $1.1million to upgrade its facilities, including a brigade office, multipurpose room, onsite car parking and a new storage venue for breathing apparatus. Founded in 1959, on Three Chain Road adjacent to the Calder Freeway, the Carlsruhe Brigade responds to an estimated 100 incidents annually in surrounding communities. The Carlsruhe Brigade has been involved in deployments during Ash Wednesday, the 2009 Victorian bushfire, the Cobaw fire and the Mallacoota fires of 2019-20, where a Carlsruhe tanker joined 17 others to defend the town on New Year’s Eve.

All are welcome at the Sunbury Neighbourhood House Social Sewing Group. Beginners through to experienced sewers and seamstresses meet on the first Saturday of each month to chat, share ideas and sew. The group does quilting, garment-making and sewing. Contact Sunbury Neighbourhood House for more information.

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Acting Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Danny Pearson said the development would assist the brigade to deliver assistance. “The Carlsruhe Brigade and its volunteers have a proud history of fighting fires and keeping the local and broader Victorian community safe and this new station will ensure this can continue well into the future,” he said. “We’re ensuring our volunteer firefighters have the resources they need to continue their selfless work and keep Victorian communities safe.” Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said it was a positive step to see an investment in a station with “humble beginnings”.

Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas has announced $480,000 in funding for an upgrade on Sidonia Road in Kyneton. The funding has been allocated through the Victorian government’s AgriLink Upgrade Program. Combined with $65,000 provided by council, the works will include widening and reconstructing an additional part of the road used by heavy farm and transport vehicles. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Map places safety in spotlight By Oliver Lees A new interactive map has launched across Victoria to help create more inclusive spaces for women and gender diverse people. Launched last month, YourGround incorporates geolocation mapping that allows users to drop a pin anywhere in the state and indicate the level of safety they feel in that location. The concept was brought to life by Monash University’s XYX Lab and digital consultancy CrowdSpot, who have partnered with 18

council areas across the state, including Hume. XYX Lab co-director Nicole Kalms said the map was developed to help better understand people’s safety concerns and how to address them. “There are a lot of assumptions on what women and gender diverse people need … this particular tool allows us to gather people’s lived experience,” Ms Kalms said. “We know there is a particular power in numbers … the data can provide a leverage point for prioritising issues that need addressing in local communities.”

According to a 2019 Community Council for Australia report, 80 per cent of Australian men felt safe walking alone at night while only 50 per cent of women felt the same. In addition to dropping a pin YourGround, users can also share specific details about their feelings of safety. One user dropped a pin on Cornish Street in Sunbury and noted poor lighting as a safety concern. Hume council acting communications engagement and advocacy director Joel Farrell said the council is striving to become a safer

place for all residents. “We encourage our community to get involved in this initiative, share their experiences within Hume and help us to create a safer city for everyone,” Mr Farrell said. “Hume council aspires to be a safe community, where all people living, working and visiting Hume actively participate in the community without the fear or risk of harm.” Ms Kalms said lighting, infrastructure, graffiti and behaviour are among the most commonly referenced factors so far. Details: https://www.yourground.org/

Off the sidelines Sunbury resident Annette Robson will participate in her first running event next week, in memory of her son, who died from testicular cancer. Ms Robson will be lacing-up for the 2021 Kieser Great Ocean Road Running Festival on May 16, to spread awareness of testicular cancer and raise funds for cancer research. Ms Robson’s son, Matty, died in September 2018 at 29 years of age after 12 months of chemotherapy. A community of Matty’s closest friends and family have participated in running events for several years under the banner #WeRunForMatty, but this will be the first time Matty’s mother will be joining in. At 61 years of age, she said she didn’t want to stand on the sideline anymore. “I’ve never run in my life,” she said. “But everybody’s doing it, even the kids, and I’m always the one staying on the sideline.

“It’s not my thing but I want to give it a go, it’s never too late to try.” With the starting line in Lorne, the running festival includes a range of distances from an ultra marathon, to a 6.5-kilometre circuit, which Ms Robson will take part in. She said for her, the event is not a race, but an opportunity to raise awareness for an illness that can be misunderstood. “Matty’s symptoms were very minimal when he was diagnosed with stage four,” she said. “No matter what the symptoms, get yourself checked.” According to the Cancer Council, testicular cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer, after skin cancer, among young men aged 20–39. Donate at: www.gofundme.com/f/54t2pwer u n for mat t y?ut m _ c a mpa ig n=p_ c p_ url&utm_medium=os&utm_source=customer Annette Robson and the #WeRunForMatty community decked out in purple for a running event.

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Forced adoption trauma still raw By Oliver Lees Woodend resident Robyn Flanagan was 17-years-old when her twin daughters were taken from her in 1972. At that time, children born out of wedlock were regularly considered illegitimate and their mothers deemed unfit to raise them. Ms Flanagan said as her family became aware of her surprise pregnancy, she was given no option but to move from her family home to a convent, to give birth and surrender custody of her children. “It was just the way of things at the time,” she said. “Being so young and naive, I didn’t have a choice and there was no assistance. “It was awful, all I was thinking was that I have to get through this … the trauma has never left me since.” Ms Flanagan said she was denied the ability to communicate with her children until they turned 18, by which time it was too late. “When I finally was granted a consultation, I was told without warning that one of my children had died years ago, it was horrendous,” she said. “I have tried to reconnect with my other child but that was unsuccessful, the trauma was too much.” Ms Flanagan is not alone in her experience and is one of hundreds of people calling for change to adoption policy and improved support networks for those affected by the legacy of forced adoption. In 2012, a nationwide senate inquiry into forced adoption was launched, drawing on

personal and professional perspectives from more than 400 individual submissions. According to the inquiry findings, many babies were taken illegally by doctors, nurses and religious figures between the 1950s and ’80s. Following these findings, former prime minister Julia Gillard delivered a national apology in 2013. However Ms Flanagan said despite the important symbolic nature of the apology, still “very little” tangible change had occurred since that time. In March, Ms Flanagan appeared as a witness at the state government’s Inquiry into Responses to Historical Forced Adoptions in Victoria, which was launched in 2019. Ms Flanagan is hoping that the inquiry can lead to reform of adoption policy that allows biological mothers to be notified of the death of their children. She also wants better access to trained counsellors for people affected by the legacy of forced adoption. Committee chair Natalie Suleyman said the inquiry is to ensure that those affected by forced adoption have their say. “Taking into account the lived experience of people who endured these practices, we will be making recommendations on the responses that have been made and the support services available,” Ms Suleyman said. The findings of the inquiry will be released later in the year. VANISH provides support for adults separated from their family of origin. You can reach their support line on: 9328 8611

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By Oliver Lees Woodend resident Angela Van Dam is one of Australia’s newest citizens. At a citizenship ceremony held at Kyneton Town Hall last month, Ms Van Dam became one of nine people to be granted citizenship within the Macedon Ranges council area. She said it was special to have the ceremony after the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. “The ceremony was lovely and I was so thankful to be able to do it face-to-face,” Ms Van Dam said. “A lot of friends and family came and I wore a special green and gold dress.” Originally from the United Kingdom, Ms Van Dam first moved to Australia on a work visa in 2003. Work opportunities subsequently took her to Germany and Sydney before she settled with her husband and newborn daughter in Woodend 10 years ago to be closer to his family. She said while making the step to becoming a citizen wasn’t always easy, she now feels even more of a connection to her family and her community. “Moving to Australia initially was easy, but deciding to relocate here permanently was a bit more of a difficult choice,” she said. “It was a long and expensive process, from a working visa, to a spouse visa, to permanent residence and now citizenship. “Having a family, it’s nice to feel more Australian now I’ve got citizenship, being a permanent resident it was always in the back of my mind that that could be revoked.” According to Australian government data, more than 204,000 people became Australian citizens in 2019-20, representing more than 200 different nationalities. The second largest number of new citizens

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Ms Van Dam she has always felt a strong connection to her community, previously working for Woodend Neighbourhood House, Upper Campaspe Landcare and now Youth Live4Life. “Woodend really does have a great community spirit and when the chips are down, everybody rallies behind one another, it epitomises the Australian value of mateship.”

came from the UK (25,011) behind India (38,209). Ms Van Dam said she sat her citizenship test in January this year. “The most essential questions relate to the values of being Australian,” she said. “I’m very thankful that English is my first language, I really feel for people trying to do an online test in a language that is not their first language.”

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Macedon Ranges council has reinforced its childcare services. In 2022, the council will offer five hours a week of funded three-year-old kindergarten at council-managed kindergartens. This service comes in addition to the 15 hours a week provided for four-year-old kinder. Macedon Ranges council director corporate and community John Hausler said the council was pleased to now offer kindergarten in two age groups. “Research shows that two years of quality kindergarten are better than one, and these benefits last into school years and beyond,” Mr Hausler said. There are currently eight council-run kindergartens in the shire area. The council is incentivising families to sign up their children, with all those who enrol going into the draw to win swimming lessons for their child at Gisborne Aquatic Centre or Kyneton Toyota Sports and Aquatic Centre. According to the council website, positions are limited and enrolments before June 30 will be given priority. You can nominate up to three kindergartens you would like your child to attend. For more information about kindergarten programs, fees and enrolment call the council’s Early Years Services on 5422 0333 or visit mrsc.vic. gov.au/kingergarten. Oliver Lees

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Road level crossing each day, with the number expected to reach 27,000 in 2026, according to state government data. A three-week community consultation period was held in November last year for the public to provide feedback on the design, landscaping and public artworks for the new level crossing. Sunbury MP Josh Bull said more than 170 residents contributed to the preliminary design. “The level crossing will be gone for good by the end of 2022, with a road under rail design as promised,” he said. “This year we will see site investigations continuing as well as some early works, with

the majority of major construction towards the end of 2022.” The level crossing removal is being delivered in conjunction with the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade, which includes platform extensions, train stabling modifications and rail track power upgrades at Sunbury station to enable bigger and more modern trains to run on the line. The line is expected to transport up to 113,000 passengers in peak hours every week when the Metro Tunnel is open. “We promised to remove this crossing by 2025, but this vital project has been fast tracked to synchronise works between the level

crossing removal and the $2.1 billion Sunbury line upgrade,” Mr Bull said. “It means we will only need to close the line for an extended period of time once, rather than twice, resulting in less disruption and a level crossing-free Sunbury three years ahead of schedule. “This is a critical project that will improve safety and ease congestion in the heart of our community and it is time to get it done.” The Gap Road level crossing will be the fourth crossing removed on the Sunbury line and is one of 75 “dangerous and congested” level crossings in Melbourne to be gone by 2025. 12476330-CG03-21

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Live music returns to the west Celebrating a post-COVID return of live music, Footscray will host the West Set Festival with more than 50 free events from June 10-20. There’s something for everyone with indie, hip hop, alternative country, glam rock, grunge, Irish fiddle, gypsy swing, jazz, folk, pop, post punk, grunge, guitar heavy blues, traditional African drumming and contemporary music. This year’s line-up includes acclaimed singer songwriter Angie McMahon, Tokyo multiinstrumentalist and DJ Elle Shimada, hip hop MC and producer Joelistics, new-wave outfit Black Cab, Kuku Yalanji, Jirrbal and Badu Island songbird Kee’ahn, trans woman and electro pop artist June Jones, Sudanese-Australian rapper Queen P aka P-UniQue, indie rock and alt folk artist Jess Ribeiro, Afro-funk supergroup Cool Out Sun, Jazz Party Drone and Imperial Leather. Festival-goers can enjoy multiple acts in one night as all participating venues are within walking distance of each other and Footscray train station. Five minutes from the station, Baby Snakes bar at 30 Chambers Street is this year’s official West Set Festival Club and a perfect spot to meet before a night out on the West Set circuit. For the full festival program, visit www. festivalcity.com.au

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Star Weekly Community Calendar, Corner Thomsons Road and Keilor Park Drive, Keilor Park, 3042, or email to westeditorial@starweekly.com.au by 9am Wednesday the week prior to publication.

Garden Club Bulla Garden Club meeting 10am Monday, May 17 at the Old Shire Offices, corner Green Street and Bulla Road, Bulla ■ Heather, 0417 510 558

eBay for beginners Learn how to buy and sell items online in Melton South Community Centre’s course on Monday, May 17 and Monday, May 24, 6.30-9pm. Cost: $55 or $50 concession. ■ 9747 8576

Mystic Melton The Melton Mystic Fair will be held at the Melton Community Centre from 10am-4pm, Sunday, May 16. A variety of stalls will be on display featuring crystals, candles, divination, essential oils and handmade products, together with readers and healers. Entry: $5. ■ facebook.com/MysticFairs

Fundraising stalls The Werribee Ladies for Kids Auxiliary for the Royal Children’s Hospital will run fundraising stalls at Pacific Werribee until May 16. Stalls will also be held at MADE on Watton from May 20-23 and May 27-30. Items for sale will include knitted blankets, toys, teddy bears, jumpers, tea towels.

Through the lens

Love your street The Werribee River Association is planning a special clean-up with the Love Our Street 3029 group, on Sunday, May 16, starting at 10.30am at the Seasons Main Park, Equinox Close, Tarneit. The event will include refreshments after the clean and a time to connect with other families and individuals. New volunteers are welcome. ■ werribeeriver.org.au/what-we-do/litterblitz/ or Lisa, 0433 559 530

Community has heart Join Hobsons Bay Community Has Heart roving hub in visiting Joan Kirner house, 14 Thompson street, Williamstown on Wednesday, May 19 10.30am-2pm. Operated by council staff and volunteers. ■ Tahlia, 9397 6168

Volunteer meet-up Volunteer West will hold a meet and greet on Thursday, May 20, Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown, from 12.15pm. ■ Renee, 9397 6158

Photo exhibition National Volunteers Week photo exhibition at Joan Kirner House, 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown from May 20 to May 26. ■ Renee, 9397 6168

Singers in concert The Gisborne Singers are back in concert with two performances on Sunday, May 23. An Americana theme of sublime choral music by contemporary composers from the USA is sure to delight. Performances at 1 pm and 3.30pm at Barcham Theatre, Gisborne Secondary College. Bookings essential. ■ http://www.gisbornesingers.org.au/ or 0423 769 643

Museum UNDONE A new immersive project with the Kyneton Museum collection engages with history and its gaps as part performance, part exhibition. Audiences are free to roam the 90 minute performance at 7pm Fridays and Saturdays, and from 5pm Sundays across June 2021 at Metanoia Theatre, 270 Sydney Road. Tickets are $25 per adult, $15 for concession/seniors, and $10 for children. ■ https://metanoiatheatre.com/event/ museum-undone/

This week’s photographer’s choice is an autumn photo from Gisborne. The beautiful red leaves, lurking through a gap of branches from the other trees, caught Damjan Janevski’s eye.

Tarot reading Learn to read cards with ease and explore the world of tarot in Melton South Community Centre’s tarot card reading for beginners course. No experience needed. BYO tarot deck. Cost: $80 or $75 concession. ■ 9747 8576

Sewing group The Sunbury Neighborhood House Social Sewing Group meet on the first Saturday of each month to chat, share ideas and sew. Beginners through experienced welcome. Sunbury Neighbourhood House, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury 12.30-3.30pm.

Volunteers wanted The Multiple Sclerosis Community Visitors Scheme is seeking female Maltese and Italian-speaking volunteers to join its volunteer program in the Werribee and Point Cook areas to visit elderly residents in either an aged care facility or their own home. A female volunteer with an understanding of MS is also sought to visit a mature lady in an aged care facility in Altona Meadows. ■ volunteer@ms.org.au or Sue, 9845 2744

Women’s choir The Willin Wimmin choir meets Wednesdays during school terms at Church of Christ hall, corner John Street and Douglas Parade, Williamstown, from 7.30-9.30pm. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music. ■ willin.wimmin@gmail.com

meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Altona Sports Club. Includes a speaker, organised trips and outings, and a friendly atmosphere. ■ Lesley, 9369 1785

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

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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

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

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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

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

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Women’s mental health support The women’s mental health support group meets at Melton South Community Centre on Exford Road every Monday, excluding public holidays from 1-2.30pm. The group is run by a qualified counsellor and is very relaxed and welcoming. Come along for a chat and a cuppa in a confidential setting. ■ Val, 0418 667 150

Story times

The Deer Park Combined Probus Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at The Deer Park Club, 780 Ballarat Road, from 10am. New members and visitors welcome. ■ Don, 0409 191 580

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

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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

Senior citizens club Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays, from noon-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. Play indoor games and have your health checked. If you’re over 60 years of age and would like to meet new people, come along. ■ Don, 9744 3507

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What can you tell me about your upcoming production? Harmony Hospital is a musical comedy based around a set of interns (the audience) being taken on a journey through the departments of a busy hospital. This show is for all ages and is a guaranteed dose of laughter. The next performance is at Kyneton Bluestone Theatre on Saturday, June 26 , 2pm and 7pm, and on Sunday, June 27 at 2pm. To be able to guarantee a seat for this limited performance, please follow the Trybooking

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What do you enjoy about participating in the arts within your community? It is always rewarding to see the joy and fulfilment that our members and the audience experience in our shows. Personally, I love seeing the development of each performer, it is always enjoyable to encourage and help them flourish. It is wonderful to be able to perform again after such a long time and to be able to give back to the community again. InSync has some amazing artists involved with each show; the choreographers, musical director, costume creators, crew, board members and performers, all put their heart and soul into these shows, and it can be seen from the moment the curtain rises to when it falls.

link at: www.trybooking.com/737100 What’s something people would be surprised to know about you? People are always surprised to find out that all our members are untrained, and we do not audition, as we believe that everyone deserves a chance to do something that they enjoy. Mostly,

they find it surprising because they cannot believe the quality of the performance this group can produce. My belief is that the only difference between amateur and professional is that professionals get paid. What is your favourite thing about living in the area?

Sunbury has an awesome community; the way people come together and support each other is inspiring. For example, the Anzac Day dawn service vigil, held by members of Sunbury’s local services and groups, was an incredible act of selflessness and dignity in honouring those heroes of history that highlights just how special Sunbury locals truly are.

Out and about The community rallied to give a young boy a birthday to remember at the weekend. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski joined in the fun.

Harper, who was diagnosed with batten disease, had a fifth birthday to remember when fire trucks, motoribikes and rubbish trucks joined the party. Harper’s parents Haidee and Matthew loved seeing the smile on their little boy’s face as he dressed up as a firey, checked out the interior of the trucks and sat on a motorbike. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski) 236793_01 10 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 11 May, 2021

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A qualified podiatrist who joined Macedon Ranges Health in early 2014, Teagan has become a valued team member, according to Clinical Manager Rosie West. Rosie says that Teagan has earned the trust and respect of both colleagues and clients with her caring and friendly approach. She tells Teagan’s story, sharing with the community just why Teagan is such a welcome team member. “Teagan graduated from La Trobe University Bendigo in 2013 with a double degree in bachelor of health science and masters of podiatric practice,” Rosie says. “Here she was invited to join the Golden Key International Honours Society for outstanding academic achievement through the duration of her course and was awarded the Bendigo Podiatry Gold Award as the top graduating student in the faculty.

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The Hoysala Empire ruled in the south of what country between the 10th and 14th centuries?

Before Mick Malthouse, who was the coach of the Collingwood Football Club?

In the children's cartoon Tom and Jerry, what sort of animal was Jerry?

Which Australian band released a remix of the ABC News theme song in 2010?

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US singer/songwriter Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr was better known by what name?

In what year did Frank Sinatra (pictured) release the song My Way?

True or false: elephant seal bulls can grow to 7m long?

10 Who designed the Australian Aboriginal flag in 1971?

The Scandinavian Peninsula covers which three countries?

In Roman mythology, who was the god of love?

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Trotting genius to the fore By Michael Howard Greats of the sport Peter Manning and Geoff Webster reminded that trotting genius never fades, with the pair clutching Group 1 wins on Aldebaran Park Vicbred Home Grown Classic finals night at Tabcorp Park Melton. Manning captured his first Group 1 in 11 years and Webster broke through for his first in almost six as gelding Plymouth Chubb and filly Aldebaran Misty won their respective $50,000 two-year-old trotting finals. Fittingly, it was Kerryn Manning who steered the winner for her dad, the pair’s first father-and-daughter Group 1 win since Leilani Lombo won her Australian Pacing Gold final in 2010. However, despite the drought-breaker, Kerryn told Trots Vision champagne was unlikely to flow. “We might have a Coke. Strong one, full strength, dad doesn’t drink anything [else], he likes Coke,” she said. “[Mum Barbara’s] very pleased, it’s Mother’s Day tomorrow, so it’s a good present for her.” Plymouth Chubb had won three of his four starts for owner-breeders Gary Benson and Steven Hegyi, who pared their mare Pocket Fantasy with Majestic Son to produce the filly. The dam had already been lucrative, producing both My Skypocket ($131,168) and Edge Hill ($110,161) as well as winning five starts herself. They included Kerryn’s 2132nd career win in 2005, which saw her pass German reinswoman Rita Drees and become the winningest female driver in history. “I remember driving [grand dam] Kims Fantasy and Pocket Fantasy, it seems like such a long time, and then you see how many foals they’ve had, time flies,” Manning said. “They’ve just been such a good breed.” And they appear to have produced another

Plymouth Chubb crosses the line in first for Peter Manning’s first Group 1 win in 11 years. (Stuart McCormick)

ripper in Plymouth Chubb, who overcame breaking gait early in Saturday nights 1720-metre trot to mow down the leader and favourite Kyvalley Pierro. “[Plymouth Chubb] came out quite good and then a gap opened up behind [Chris Alford on Kyvalley Pierro],” Manning said. “Obviously you are going to have a good run … I just made my mind up that I’d go there and just as I pulled him down he put in a roughie, so he went off

stride. I managed to get him down reasonably fast, but had to make the ground back up and he didn’t steer great after that.” Off a 31.1s second quarter the job looked well in hand for Alford, but Plymouth Chubb picked up over the last half and stormed home to win by 18 metres. A big future also looks to lay in the path of Geoff Webster’s two-year-old filly Aldebaran Misty, who’s been another plum find from

the horseman’s partnership with Duncan McPherson’s Aldebaran Park. On a night where no trainer nor driver produced a winning double, there were also highlights for trainer Amanda Grieve and stable addition Hezacrocwatcher, who won the Nutrien Equine Country Clubs Championship with reinsman Zac Phillips to make it three from three in Australia for the four-year-old former Kiwi.

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22. NBL basketballer Will Magnay recently played for which NBA team? 23. In the last 50 years, how many flags has AFL team Hawthorn won, including their 1971 premiership? 24. The recent Australian Women's Baseball Showcase series featured which two teams? 25. Cricketers Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson recently returned to Australia after withdrawing from which Twenty20 cricket league? 26. Josh Hodgson most recently captained which NRL team?

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Playing with pride Kyneton and Eaglehawk put on a show when they took to the field for the Pride Cup at the weekend. The cup harnesses the power of sport to send a strong message of hope, inclusion and acceptance to LGBTIQ+ athletes, officials and supporters. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski was there.

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SPORT Romsey fireys blitz the field By Oliver Lees Two Romsey Fire Brigade volunteers have starred at the 2021 Victorian Police and Emergency Services Games (VPESG), taking out 13 medals between them. Lachlan Jones and Kyle Cozens competed in several swimming categories at the event, held at Kardinia Park, in March. VPESG is held annually as a way of bringing community service workers together from across the country with more than 40 different sporting events held during four days. The games included participants from Ambulance Victoria, Royal Flying Doctors Service, Life Saving Victoria and the Australian Federal Police, among others. Jones walked away with seven gold medals and set seven individual records in the process, including the 50 metre butterfly, which he

finished more than six seconds faster than the previous record-holder. Cozens also had a successful time in the pool, with six medals of his own. He said it was nice to compete in a more social context. “It was my first time competing at VPESG and it was really good,” he said. “It’s different to most swimming events I’ve competed in before, it was very relaxed and social. “It’s nice to get in the pool and just have some fun.” Jones said it was a good opportunity to meet other emergency service workers. “It wasn’t about beating new records but more having a chat with new people from around the state.” Jones and Cozens first became acquainted through swimming at the Gisborne Thunder Swimming Club.

Kyle Cozens and Lachlan Jones wearing their gold medals. (CFA)

Both volunteer firefighters have been swimming since they were children. Jones has competed at state level for the past ten years. Cozens said it was Jones who first coaxed him into joining the CFA in 2012.

“He was trying to talk me into it for a few years so I thought I’d give it a go,” he said. “I love doing it, now I’m being trained in community safety.” Jones said he signed up for the Romsey Fire Brigade as soon as he turned 16, as both of his parents were already members. “I had been hanging around the CFA for many years, it was something I was always going to do,” he said. “To be honest, I don’t always enjoy getting on the truck and going out to a fire because if we’re getting called out it’s because something has gone wrong. “But by doing it, I know it’s helping the community.” The next iteration of the VPESG will be held in New Zealand next year. Cozens said he’d love to compete. “I’d love to go, as long as the borders are open, I think we’ll both be there.”

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Jacinta Taylor in action during a previous season. (Jamie Morey Photography) Inset: Celebrating a win. (Supplied)

Lions seek bigger challenges The Sunbury Lions have jumped up to women’s division 1 in the Essendon District Football League after going undefeated the first three rounds of the season. The Lions left their opposition scoreless in each of their division 2 matches against Westmeadows, Moonee Valley and Burnside Heights. Last week the Lions recorded their biggest win yet, beating Burnley Heights 139 to zero. Lions coach Daniel Brady said the decision to move up a grade was made after the coaching staff floated the idea with the players. “We put it to the girls as a vote, given the margins we were winning by, it was a bit of an issue for us to keep all the girls engaged, especially with the girls down back not getting much of the ball and also having players on the bench” Brady said.

“Most of the players were keen to give it a go.” The Lions will swap places with the Sunbury Kangaroos, who are winless in division 1. Brady said the move to division 1 had excited the club and despite their winning form, there was always room for improvement. “As a coach, I guess you’re always hunting for the perfect game, so we still feel we’re ironing out some things in our game.” “We’ve got seven or eight girls that are playing their first season and it’s always a process for new players to learn the nuances on the field. “We’re under no illusions that it’s going to be easy.” The Lions also have some more experienced heads in their best 22, including Essendon VFLW-listed player Felicity Theodore and Calder Cannons-listed player Alisa Magri. Although these players can’t play every week

due to their other football commitments, Brady has been impressed by their leadership on the field. In first season coaching women’s football, Brady said he’s enjoying the new challenge. “I’m absolutely loving it, it’s very different,” he said. “The best thing is having so many new girls, they don’t have any bad habits yet so you can play a role in pointing them in the right direction. “ The Lions will play at home against the winless Tullamarine Football Club in their first division 1 match next weekend. Brady said the club would have a clearer idea of where they sit after their first month of football in division 1.

Woodend-Hesket coach Ben Tankard is hoping his side can carry its new-found form into the rest of the season in the Riddell District Football League. After starting the season with two losses, the Hawks bounced back last week, beating Melton Central 83 to 32. Tankard said it was positive to see the team get its first win after a “horrible” start to the season. “We haven’t started the season the way we wanted to, we were horrible against Romsey, it was a shocking loss,” he said, referring to a 106-point loss to the Romsey Redbacks on April 24. “But we’ve regrouped and had a good win against Melton Central, who are not easy to beat on their home ground. “It’s good to get some momentum and take a step in the right direction.” Tankard said expectations were high for his side coming into the season with some new recruits joining the side. Versatile midfield-forward Josh Pound is among the Hawks newest players, having signed on last year. Pound was the equal-top goalscorer for the Hawks in their breakthrough win against Melton Central, with three goals. The Hawks ran over Melton Central in the final quarter of the match, kicking seven goals to two. Tankard said he was pleased to see the team capitalise on the pressure they built earlier in the match. “Melton Central were really aggressive in the first quarter but I think we were able to break them down in the second quarter,” he said. “I think the momentum was there and then we regrouped and kept things very simple. “Once we got going we got going we finally got some reward.” Reflecting on the first three games of the season, Tankard said the team was still learning to play together and was slowly building chemistry between the midfield and forward line. The Hawks now sit in seventh place on the ladder. They face Macedon Football Club on Saturday at their home ground. Tankard said despite the Hawks not having beat Macedon in more than a decade, his side was confident it could walk away with the four points. Oliver Lees

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