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Melbourne rained on the parade of the Western Bulldogs, winning this year’s AFL grand final. With the grand final in Perth and lockdown restricting parties, fans took to social media and got creative decorating their houses to show their support. The western suburbs were turned red, white and blue in support of the Bulldogs. While the cheer squad was stuck in Melbourne, about 12 diehard Bulldogs fans were able to get together in Beveridge to make the banner, which was then couriered across to Perth. While the support was well felt by the club and players, it wasn’t enough to get them across the line. After leading by 19 points in the third quarter, it all went wrong for the Dogs as they kicked just one more goal for the game. The Demons started to fire on all cylinders and ran away with a historic 21.14 (140)-10.6 (66) win, breaking a 57 year premiership drought. For more on the game and how fans showed their support, turn to page 18.

Police seek rape victims By Benjamin Millar Two men have been charged with rape following a series of sexual assaults in the Melton area over the past 12 months. Detectives from the Sexual Crimes Squad investigating the drugging and sexual assault of an unconscious woman, allegedly filmed by the men, believe there may be more victims of the men. Bacchus Marsh man Rhys David Scerri, 39, was arrested on August 17 as part of an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a woman in the Melton area last October.

He was subsequently charged with rape and remanded in custody. The matter was reported to police after a witness became aware the alleged incident had been recorded on video. On August 24, 46-year-old Melton South man Leigh Matthew Lincoln was arrested and a warrant was executed at his address. He was also charged with rape and remanded in custody, appearing in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court last Tuesday morning. Police seized a number of electronic and

storage devices during the warrant, which have subsequently been the subject of a significant investigation by both the Sexual Crimes Squad and the Cybercrime Squad. A number of further incidents which police believe are sexual assaults have been identified. A police spokeswoman said these matters are being investigated and detectives will continue to methodically work through the material to identify any further incidents and the victims involved. The investigation remains ongoing and

police urge anyone who believes they may have knowledge of these matters to come forward. Police are also urging any other women who believe they may have been victims of the men to come forward. The men have been remanded in custody pending their next appearance in court in January. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

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I was very excited to announce the finalists for the 2021 City of Melton Business Excellence Awards this month and I’d like to again congratulate the businesses that made it as finalists among a high calibre of applications. These awards are one of many Council initiatives helping local businesses thrive in the City of Melton and we look forward to celebrating their innovation and talents when we announce the winners in November. I’d also like to acknowledge our business community more broadly. We have so many exceptional services and products on offer here in the City of Melton, and many deserving business operators who have shown incredible resilience throughout the pandemic. It’s so important that we continue to support local businesses at times like these and I’d like to remind you that the Melton City Much More app and Facebook page are a great place to find local deals and discover fantastic new businesses you may not have heard of yet. Staying connected is very important right now, and I’m really pleased to tell you that we’ve launched our first City of Melton e-news to help do just that. It’s another way we’re keeping you up to date with the big things happening in your neighbourhood and across our city every month. The first issue is packed with updates about some of our big projects, key Council services, free online activities for lockdown and much more.

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There are now even more places to get your COVID-19 vaccination in the City of Melton. Go to coronavirus.vic.gov.au or findapharmacy.com.au

It may be lockdown, but we’re still hosting some fantastic online activities for students of all ages these school holidays.

There’s also a variety of exciting activities for the whole family to enjoy on our Melton Learning Directory YouTube channel.

Our Teenage Holiday Program has places available for UNO night, a dance workshop, and a fitness class this week. Get in quick to secure your spot in some awesome free virtual programs by registering at melton. vic.gov.au/yha

We have a hip hop class for juniors, yoga classes, a paper weaving tutorial, drawing classes, a list of cooking videos and so much more. To join one of YouTube classes, visit youtube.com/c/ MeltonCityCouncilLearningDirectory

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Coburn Ward with Cr Julie Shannon As your ward Councillor, my priority is not only to work towards improving the overall health and wellbeing of our residents, but to ensure we all have access to the services and infrastructure we need to thrive in all aspects of life.

Do you know someone worthy of being the City of Melton’s next Citizen of the Year? Now is the time to nominate them in this year’s Community Achievement Awards. There are five categories celebrating different areas of community leadership: Citizen of the Year , Young Citizen of the Year, Gender Equity Leader of the Year, Disability Access and Inclusion Leader of the Year, and Intercultural Engagement Leader of the Year.

To this effect, I recently raised three Notices of Motion to address some key issues affecting residents: workplace bullying, vaping, and the reliability of internet services in some of our remote communities.

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Whether it’s someone who encourages community participation, breaks down barriers or readily helps others, nominating them is a really special way to say thank you.

You’re welcome to contact me regarding council matters at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.

Nominations close Wednesday 13 October, 5pm. Details: melton.vic.gov.au/ CommunityAchievementAwards

Council has moved to facilitate training and information sharing through our Venture Melton business network, to encourage local businesses to adopt appropriate policies around workplace bullying and create positive environments for staff to work safely. We also moved to engage with local primary and secondary schools to address the issue of vaping in the

community and discuss ways to address the rise of this concerning activity, particularly in young people. Finally, Council will work with telecommunications providers servicing Eynesbury, to advocate for improvements regarding the reliability of internet services, so everyone can successfully undertake work and remote learning during a time of constant flux. On a positive note, I am very excited to see the Melton Weir Committee recently held its first meeting. This resulted from my Notice of Motion presented earlier this year, and I eagerly anticipate some wonderful leisure outcomes for our community in future. Feel free to contact me regarding Coburn Ward or Council related issues on 0499 801 302; email: Julie.shannon@melton.vic.gov.au or like my Facebook page @ julieshannonformelton

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Slight easing of COVID lockdown By Benjamin Millar COVID-19 lockdown restrictions will be slightly eased on Wednesday despite Victoria recording a record number of new cases over the weekend. A total of 705 new local cases were reported on Monday, down from a new record 847 cases on Saturday. Victoria now has almost 9000 active cases, including more than 300 in the Melton government area and 17 in Moorabool. The bulk of the Melton area’s cases are in the 3037 postcode (143) and 3023 postcode (129), followed by 3335 (92), 3338 (48), 3337 (32), 3038 (30) and 3335 (30).

Bacchus Marsh Primary School was last week listed as a tier two exposure site for September 15 and 16, with some people considered tier one contacts and required to quarantine for 14 days. The Shine Centre at 28 Grant Street was also listed as a tier two site with some tier one contacts for September 15, while Vinnies at 8 Grant Street was a tier two exposure site on September 17. Chemist Warehouse in Melton is a tier two exposure site for the evening of September 20, with some tier one contacts. Despite the growing number of cases, some restrictions will be eased on Wednesday with Victoria set to hit its first vaccination target

on the Roadmap to Deliver the National Plan, with 80 per cent of Victorians having received their first vaccine dose. Premier Daniel Andrews said residents of metropolitan Melbourne will be able to undertake ‘contactless’ recreation at outdoor facilities, such as boating, tennis or golf. “We’re about to hit our first stop on the Roadmap, which is a fantastic achievement – but we need to keep the momentum going,” he said. The 10km radius for exercise and shopping will be expanded to 15km from your home. Personal training will be able to take place with five fully vaccinated people outside plus a fully vaccinated trainer. Additional

restrictions on playgrounds will be lifted so that normal public gathering limits apply and masks can be removed to eat and drink. In Moorabool and the rest of regional Victoria, outdoor settings for restaurants and cafes will have their outdoor venue cap increase from 20 to 30 people. Masks may be removed if the service requires it in hair and beauty salons, so facials and beard trimmings can recommence. The government also announced 120 grants will be made available to GPs and community pharmacies to open longer and hire more staff. Grants will be made available across 11 key local government areas, including Melton, to help ‘turbocharge’ the vaccine rollout.

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A new vaccine hub has been set up at Caroline Springs.

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New vax hub for Caroline Springs A new vaccine hub in Caroline Springs is expected to help boost low vaccination rates of Brimbank and Melton residents. IPC Health opened a pop up centre last week at the Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, with the centre to be open six days a week. IPC Health’s chief executive Jayne Nelson said the centre would provide more opportunities for people to be vaccinated. “Our pop-up vaccination services are smaller and provide an alternative to mainstream health vaccination services,“ she said. “The latest figures show a rise in vaccination

rates in Brimbank and Melton, so we know our efforts have been contributing to these improved statistics. “IPC Health remains very committed to supporting the community and improving vaccine delivery in Melbourne’s west.” Ms Nelson said the centre, which is booking only, would be running until at least the end of December. IPC Health is aiming to deliver over 2500 jabs per week of a combination of Pfizer and AstraZeneca, depending on supply. The hub will look to help specific cultural

groups including Pasifika, Vietnamese, Burmese, Chin, Afghan and Sudanese communities get vaccinated too. It comes as residents in Melbourne’s north and west will benefit from additional vaccines from the federal government and a rapid expansion of vaccination sites across the region as part of a three-week vaccination blitz. Meanwhile, Brimbank council will write to the federal government to fast-track its distribution of Pfizer and Moderna doses to Melbourne’s west.

The reception counters at three of the four local police stations closed early last week due to COVID-19 cases, reopened on Thursday. The front counters at Sunshine, Keilor Downs, Caroline Springs and Melton police stations were shut after six staff members across the local division tested positive for COVID-19 between September 17 and 19. A number of other staff across those stations had to isolate as a consequence. A police spokesperson said that the counters at Sunshine, Keilor and Melton had re-opened on Thursday, but the counter at Caroline Springs remained closed. “The Caroline Springs reception counter remains closed after officers in the division tested positive to coronavirus (COVID-19),“ the spokesperson said. “The reception closure allows for more police to be out on the road while some officers are safely isolating due to the coronavirus exposure. “Police continue to work from the stations and are actively patrolling the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “Victoria Police’s priority first and foremost is to ensure the safety of its people and the community.” Those who had non urgent matters were encouraged to call 131 444 or use the online reporting service. The spokesperson said Victoria Police wouldn’t be providing updates on how many officers had tested positive for COVID-19. Tara Murray

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Online help for students An online event early next month will focus on the challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and the effects on the daily life of students. EdConnect Australia, which provides support in classrooms, has teamed up with Hume council to run the event which is aimed to help students as they negotiate this difficult period. Experienced teacher, journalist, educational writer and producer Simon Garner is the main speaker. EdConnect east coast manager Danie McNeil said it was an important topic that needed to be acknowledged. “Being a student in the 2020’s is tough,” she said. “Young people may already be experiencing a rough time as they explore who they are, their friendships, discover what

they enjoy and what they can contribute to the world. “Add COVID-19 to the mix and it presents further difficulties that can make it hard to cope. The challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic have had a huge impact on daily life. It has particularly affected school students. Young people nowadays are facing obstacles that have never happened on this scale before.” Mr Garner said young people needed to be exposed to, and interact with older people more than ever. The online session is on October 7 at 11am. To register: https://us06web. zoom.us/meeting/register/ tZYrfu6gpjIsHNJDz6mVjm8ZwhYfnp7UsF4n

Melton Council is introducing a new yearly flat fee of $332 for all households that receive a council waste service as part of its drive to help reduce the amount of waste going to landfill. The flat fee includes two hard waste collections each year as well as an optional green-lidded wheelie bin which can accept both food and garden waste.

Access key People who require detailed predictability to get around will now have more independent access to Melton libraries updated ‘access keys’. The customised, highly detailed written guides include helpful information like the venue’s accessible features, layout, available parking and distances from the car park to the door. Access Keys for Melton Library and Learning Hub and Caroline Springs Library are now available to download via the council’s website. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Melton & Moorabool Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Call for better buses in the west By Tara Murray A new campaign has been launched to improve bus services in the west, while also focusing on the environment. Better Buses for the West is calling for frequent, reliable and electric buses in Melbourne’s west, and a better bus network statewide. Friends of the Earth Melbourne, through their sustainable cities collective, ran an online forum last week, called Better Buses for the West, with more than 100 people

tuning in. The group’s Laura Sykes said the improving bus services in the west was important on a number of fronts, including reducing emissions from cars. “The west is heavily reliant on cars,” she said. “But there’s a lot of people unable to drive and public transport is their only option. Many don’t have that access to basic services, with the lack of accessible public transport.” Ms Sykes said the group had three key focuses in their campaign. The group want bus services every 10

minutes and for the services connect to other public transport like trains and trams. The group is also keen to see the introduction of electric buses in Victoria. “You have to have a car to get somewhere in a timely manner,” Ms Sykes said. “It’s a really important area to improve transport while also linking it with emissions. It is a social justice issue. “We don’t want to see people limited due to not being able to access public transport.” Brimbank, Hobsons Bay and Wyndham are the three council areas the group is focusing

on most. The campaign will build a network of local climate, transport, union, community and social sector groups to demonstrate support for bus reform that reduces emissions, creates local jobs and connects to existing and future transport infrastructure. Ms Sykes said that conversations with the three councils have been fruitful. “They are some of the biggest areas of growth,” she said. “We’ve had a lot of support from the council’s community groups in those areas.”

Melton teacher chalks up 45 years When Karen Guest began teaching 45 years ago, the classroom and the world beyond were very different places. The Melton Primary School teacher has chalked up 45 years of teaching this year and remains passionate about the job that has been her life’s work. Ms Guest said the things that have kept her going this long are working with fabulous pupils and schools who have a clear vision and focus on educating children and their social and emotional development. “My career started at Lancefield Primary School, it was a very small staff and a small enrolment of children, mainly farming families,” she said. “My next school was Woodend Primary School, which was starting to grow at the time so there were a number of enrolments. “After that was Sunbury Primary School and that’s where I spent the bulk of my years, then I worked at Toolern Vale Primary School

for two years and then the remainder here at Melton.” While much has changed in the classroom over the past 45 years, Ms Guest can see the value of shifting with the times. “I remember coming home you would smell of chalk after doing those lovely big drawings on the board,” she said. “The biggest changes I would have to say are tech and the use of computers and iPads in classroom settings, the children’s uptake of technology is very adept, just like using a pencil for us.” Ms Guest said this use of technology has smoothed the pathway to remote learning during the lengthy COVID-19 lockdowns, which would have been a much bigger challenge in years gone by. “Who would have thought that this is what our world would become? “We’re fortunate we do have that technology access, because years ago we would have been

driving around and delivering packs to their houses. “Children are very resilient and the parents have been doing an amazing job.” Despite the challenges of this year Ms Guest has no intention of leaving the classroom behind any time soon. “You have to have vast reserves of patience and energy, to keep up that motivation and passion is just so critical,” she said. “It’s a big responsibility and I’m so proud of my colleagues, seeing the passion they put into their work.” Benjamin Millar

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Wellbeing proposals take shape By Benjamin Millar Moorabool residents have called for more dedicated walking and cycling paths and cheaper access to healthy food in response to a council survey on community wellbeing. The council surveyed local residents via community workshops and an online portal earlier this year, identifying the current challenges, issues and strengths relating to community health and wellbeing. Almost 200 people participated in the surveys and consultations, with key findings indicating that more could be done to improve

people’s health and sense of safety. Seventy per cent of respondents said making healthy food cheaper than unhealthy food would support increased healthy food intake, while 72 per cent believe dedicated paths and trails would encourage them to walk more often. Lighting, police presence and inclusive community building activities were also seen as important for improving safety, which 37 per cent of respondents cited as a barrier to participating in physical activity. About half of respondents didn’t know where to get help with drug, alcohol or family

violence issues, while close to a third of respondents were not sure what community groups were available. The findings have been used to help develop the draft Moorabool Municipal Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021 – 2025, currently on public exhibition and open for feedback. The key themes are healthy minds, keeping ourselves safe, the food we eat, our changing climate, being active and reducing harmful addictions. A report to the recent council meeting noted that the plan incorporates priorities included in the recently adopted Community

Vision 2030 and Council Plan 2021 – 2025, as well as community and stakeholder feedback. “The proposed Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021 – 2025 provides a strategic direction for Council, local health providers and community organisations in improving the overall health of the Moorabool community,” it states. “Whilst Council has the primary lead role in developing the plan, the delivery of strategies and actions are undertaken in partnership with organisations and the community.” Feedback on the draft closes September 30, via haveyoursay.moorabool.vic.gov.au

Community garden vision for Caroline Springs A group of local residents are coming together to create a community garden in the Caroline Springs area. A Facebook post from Hang Van back in February set the wheels in motion to create the CS Community Garden. CS Community Garden committee chair Sarah Jarman said interest in the garden had grown. “Within the first two months, of setting up Facebook we already had 140 people interested. The last week and a half another 130 odd people join us,” she said. Ms Jarman said the committee has lodged a planning permit with Melton council to enable it to create the garden on Boronia Park Drive, Hillside. Ms Jarman said they wanted to create a garden with a difference. “We wanted something between a working farm, a community garden and a botanical

One of the current proposal designs for the garden.

garden,” she said. “We want more of a modern feel to our garden, we want to be inviting and inclusive and we want anybody and everybody involved.

“We’re looking for something you can learn from.” The group is hoping to secure grants and donations to turn its ideas into reality.

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By Benjamin Millar Melton’s petrol prices are coming under greater scrutiny with a local MP vowing to help take action to bring prices in line with neighbouring areas. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the area’s families are being unfairly hit with higher prices than people in neighbouring suburbs, often paying more than 20 cents per litre extra at the pump and spending at least $10 more every time they fill up.

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Pricing under the pump Melton’s petrol prices are coming under greater scrutiny with a local MP vowing to help take action to bring prices in line with neighbouring areas. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the area’s families are being unfairly hit with higher prices than people in neighbouring suburbs, often paying more than 20 cents per litre extra at the pump and spending at least $10 more every time they fill up. “I have had many constituents raise concerns regarding the prices of petrol in Melton being noticeably higher than in other areas,” Mr McGhie said. “I am deeply concerned that families in Melton are paying more than they should be.”

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Mr McGhie said he has taken the issue up with the Consumer Affairs Minister Melissa Horne and will be contacting federal Gorton MP Brendan O’Connor to discuss this issue soon, as fuel prices are regulated by the federal government. “In the interim I strongly encourage residents to complain to the ACCC [Australian Competition and Consumer Commission]” he said. The ACCC’s latest petrol monitoring report showed that average petrol prices rose in the 2020 September quarter after a record low earlier in the year. Although the ACCC does not set fuel prices, it does monitor retail fuel prices on a daily basis. A spokesperson said it has the power to investigate where it sees issues of concern. “Where we find sufficient evidence we will take action to protect consumers against misleading and anti-competitive conduct by fuel retailers.” Mr McGhie’s promise to take action was widely welcomed on social media, where some residents said they had seen price differences of up to 50 cents per litre between Melton and Watergardens.

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Melton’s Andre Peters said the lack of independent competition makes it easier for the major fuel companies to keep prices inflated well above those in neighbouring suburbs. “Sadly there is no competition in Melton as there are no independents,” he said. “Generally we pay at least 20 cents a litre more at times in Melton.” A BP spokesman said petrol prices at the pump can be impacted by a number of different factors.

He said while there are currently about 1400 BP branded sites across Australia, about three quarters are owned by independent business partners who set their own retail pricing. “When it comes to retail fuel pricing, our aim is to be competitive and attract customers to our sites,” he said. “Generally speaking, the price at the pump is impacted by a number of different factors. In particular, international product prices and competition between service stations in a local

area. There are also other factors including exchange rates, taxes and local operating costs.” On Monday, unleaded 91 pump prices at Melton’s BP, Coles Express and 7/11 Mobil were all at 155.9 cents per litre, according to price comparison website Petrol Spy, with Woolworths Caltex at 168.9. Meanwhile Bacchus Marsh BP, Coles Express and 7/11 Mobil prices were 129.9 cents per litre – 26 cents less per litre – and independent outlets were just 119.9 cents per litre.

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Land sought for housing blitz By Benjamin Millar Moorabool landowners and developers are being urged to put forward any vacant land or developments that could be turned into social or affordable housing. The state government is scouting for suitable sites to build new homes as part of the $5.3 billion Big Housing Build project, helping address a critical shortage of affordable housing in regional Victoria. Recent rental market data shows housing affordability has fallen to its lowest level since data was first collected in 2000, pushing more people into financial stress and greater risk of

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- Michaela Settle becoming homeless. The Big Housing Build will provide more than 12,000 new homes across the state, and creating 10,000 jobs a year and boosting social housing stocks by 10 per cent. Buninyong MP Michaela Settle said a minimum investment of $20 million allocated

for Moorabool will focus on purchasing new homes, house and land packages and developable land zoned for residential use. “I’m calling on local landowners and developers to put their hand up to help make a contribution towards the future of our region, create local jobs and put a roof over heads of those in our community who need it most,” she said. “This investment will build on recent announcements, which includes 89 new homes for Ballarat and 29 in Bacchus Marsh and Darley, with construction starting this year.” Housing minister Richard Wynne said as

Victoria continues to grow, so does demand for social and affordable housing. “That’s why we’re delivering more housing for Victorians in need, as well as low and moderate income households, while creating thousands of jobs.” Landowners and developers are encouraged to partner with community housing providers, local government and other organisations to submit proposals to Homes Victoria. Strict guidelines for proposals will need to be addressed, including a site’s proximity to retail, schools and transport. Submissions are due by 2pm Thursday, October 7 via tenders.vic.gov.au.

New ambulance station site for Melton West A new ambulance station will be built on Melton West after a High Street site was identified for the $2.875 million project. Documents lodged with Melton Council reveal plans for a new four-bay ambulance branch with sleeping and recreation quarters to be built on a vacant site at 759 High Street. Star Weekly last month reported that ambulance response times for the most serious medical cases have blown out in Melton and Moorabool over the past 12 months. Ambulance Victoria data reveals a large increase in demand for ambulances has contributed to delays in response times during life threatening emergencies. Metro regional director Michael Georgiou said the Melton and Moorabool regions are dealing with “an extraordinary workload”, which the new station would help to ease. “The challenges we face are complex,

Plans for the new ambulance station in Melton West. (Supplied)

however we have a clear plan and significant state government funding to improve our response performance,” he said. A community information sheet prepared for the Melton West ambulance station states

that the location of each ambulance branch is carefully selected to ensure the best coverage of ambulance services for the community. “When introducing a new branch we are sensitive to its effect on the neighbourhood

and take into account a number of factors to minimise disturbance to the community,” it states. The document notes there will be two paramedics per ambulance vehicle and generally two shift changes a day, occurring at 7am and 3pm. “The branch is designed to the required emergency vehicles for the area, this may include a mix of ambulance ‘trucks’ and sedan vehicles,” it states. “There will be less activity at the branch during the night as the call out rate decreases. Paramedics at the branch during the night are waiting until they get called to a new case.” Melton Council is yet to make a decision in the proposal. Benjamin Millar

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Sewing group The Sunbury Neighborhood House Social Sewing Group meets 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.

Garden club The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which starts at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club. ■ Cheryl, 9744 1663

Fibromyalgia and CFS Support Group in Manor Lakes and surrounding areas. Connect with real people and share information, experiences, problems and solutions. ■ wyndham.fibrogroup@gmail.com

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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 are welcome. ■ Don, 0409 191 580

Internet safety for caregivers Learn what steps you can put in place to be internet safe for your children. This session will be hosted by the Homestead Community and Learner Centre on Tuesday October 12 from 11.30am to 1pm. This face-to-face session is dependent on COVID restrictions, otherwise this will be facilitated on Zoom. The event is free but bookings are essential. ■ 9205 2760

Equiculture webinar Senior citizens club Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays and Fridays, from 10am-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. A variety of activities offered – carpet bowls, cards, snooker, darts, board games or just a cup of coffee and a chat. Lunch subsidised. If you’re over 55 years of age and would like to meet new people, come along. ■ Frank, 0423 392 884

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Join along with Stuart Myers from Equiculture, for this online event run in part with the Macedon Ranges council to discuss some simple changes that could vastly improve your horses lifestyle. The event will be held online on Tuesday, October 12 from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. This is a free event. ■ jmcainch@mrsc.vic.gov.au

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Keilor Park Cricket Club is on the lookout for senior men and women’s players, along with junior players for the upcoming season. Interested players can contact the club via the club’s Facebook page.

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

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are welcome to join the Wyndham Patchworkers Inc, which will host its 25th Anniversary Quilt In on November 6 from 10am-3.30pm at the St James the Apostle Catholic Church, 336 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing. The event will feature a guest speaker, a raffle, door prizes, morning and afternoon tea, a show-and-tell and local traders. Entry: $15. BYO hand stitching, mug and lunch. Pre-booking mandatory. ■ www.trybooking.com/BRGRN

Volunteer opportunity EdConnect Australia recruits, trains and places volunteers into schools to support vulnerable students. Join an online Zoom session on Thursday, October 7 from 11am – 12pm to hear guest speaker Simon Garner, a teacher, journalist, educational writer and producer share his knowledge on topics such as the changing face of school-based education and the significance of role models, to be followed by information on volunteer opportunities at schools. ■ helen.anderson@edconnect.org.au

Dads’ playgroup Tarneit Community Learning Centre hosts a dads’ playgroup every week on Thursdays. The morning starts at 9.30am and promises to be a chance for male caregivers to connect with each other and form new friendships. ■ Shaun, 0455 521 154

Diabetes support group The Westgate diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Altona Bowling Club at 10am. ■ Elaine, 0415 030 996

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Duck, it’s swooping time By Elle Cecil With spring just around the corner, venturing outside just got a little more dangerous, and it’s not related to the pandemic in the slightest. As the weather warms up, native birds such as magpies and masked lapwings begin their annual breeding season, bringing with it some very territorial daddy birds. Swooping is a method used most notoriously by the magpie to defend their offspring from the time they hatch to the time they leave the nest.

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- Rebecca Dixon Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) senior wildlife management officer Rebecca Dixon said that swooping is often just a scare tactic, but you should be prepared for the worst. “A small number of birds will swoop at this time of year. They do this to protect their eggs and young – we are all protective of our families.” Ms Dixon said. “Swooping by a territorial bird is actually normal bird behaviour, although it’s definitely not fun for their targets. Birds may swoop people or animals, so be mindful of your pets too.” Less than 10 per cent of swooping birds will actually carry out this defensive tactic and even less will make contact with their target, according to DELWP. “To reduce the impact of swooping, try to remain as calm as you can if you find yourself being swooped. Try to protect your head and eyes and move quickly – but don’t run, as this actually upsets the birds,” Ms Dixon said.

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Achievement awards open Nominations for Melton’s Council’s Community Achievement Awards have opened, with people urged to put forward names for Citizen of the Year. The council is looking for residents who make valuable contributions to the local community or who dedicate their time to making life better for others. Nominations are open for anyone who lives in the City of Melton or plays a major role in the community. The five awards categories are Citizen of the Year for recognition of ongoing community leadership and involvement, Young Citizen of the Year for community leadership under 25 years old, Gender Equity Leader of the Year for commitment to advancing the status of women, Disability Access and Inclusion Leader of the Year for commitment to improving the life of people with a disability, and Intercultural Engagement Leader of the Year for leadership that celebrates the area’s diverse community. Melton mayor Kathy Majdlik encouraged people to nominate someone worthy of recognition. “If you know someone who breaks down barriers, encourages community participation, or readily helps others, then nominating them could be a special way to say thanks,” she said. “It could be a volunteer at your local club, or someone who clearly goes above and beyond in their daily work.” Nominations close 5pm Wednesday, October 13 via melton.vic.gov.au/ CommunityAchievementAwards


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Passionate Doggie supporters show their love of the red, white and blue. (Leanne Sutton)

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Demons rain on Dogs’ parade By Tara Murray Thousands of people in the western suburbs were left shattered on Saturday night as the Western Bulldogs’ AFL premiership dreams came crashing down. A dominant second half performance from Melbourne ended the longest premiership drought in the VFL/AFL competition. The Demons piled on the goals in the last two quarters to seal the 21.14 (140)-10.6 (66) win. Hours earlier fans from both teams were eagerly awaiting the biggest game of the year, which was held at night for a second straight year. Many people had started preparations two weeks beforehand, with fences painted, banners made and houses became red, white and blue, while a few red and navy popped up as well. On game day, platters were made, Norm Smith sweeps were created and guernseys were on display. Lockdown meant that families had to watch alone, so Zoom and video chats were also going on in many houses before, during and after the game. Once the pre-game entertainment ended, the game got underway. It was all the Demons early on and as they got out to the ideal start. There were multiple goals to Bailey Fritsch, while Christan Petracca and Clayton Oliver were getting plenty of the ball. The second quarter would see the Bulldogs finally get into the game. The deficit was quickly gone and the Bulldogs hit the front. They would lead by eight points at half time. Jason Johannisen, one of the stars of the 2016 premiership win, and Marcus Bontempelli kicked the first two goals of the third quarter to extend the lead to 19 points and early thoughts of maybe this was the Dogs’ day started to creep in. The game again turned on its head. The Demons would take control of the game with the next seven goals in the third quarter. It would be much the same in the last quarter. An Adam Treloar goal at the 21 minute mark in the last quarter was a rare highlight for the Bulldogs in the second half. Petracca was clearly best on field with 40 possessions and two goals, winning the Norm

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Smith Medal. Fritsch would finish with six goals and finished second in the Norm Smith voting. For the Bulldogs, Caleb Daniel battled hard all day and got plenty of the ball with 37 possessions, while Treloar had one of his best games for the club with 27 possessions and three goals. Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge said his team gave Melbourne full credit for the performance they put out. “To think we were 19 points up during that third quarter and for the scoreline to end up like it was, was a considerable show of power and strength out of the middle,” Beveridge said in his post game press conference. “We couldn’t stem the tide and we couldn’t get a clearance, couldn’t get into our half. It happened so quickly and to think in the blink of an eye, the game is almost gone. “All you can do is credit them. I couldn’t be more grateful in what our players have done to get us to that stage. When you look at the scoreline I don’t think it’s a great reflection on our year.” Beveridge said he was proud of the group and what they had achieved this year. “Our guys showed a lot of heart to fight

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their way back and get up but in these games when there is no tomorrow. “We had a period of uncertainty key personal going down at different times, players played critical roles in doing everything they could to get us to the biggest stage. “I would rather be here then not, but obviously they’re all hurting. We know we are capable of more than that.“ Bulldogs skipper Marcus Bontempelli said the group was pretty disappointed and felt like it was a missed opportunity. He said the result was a hard one to swallow after getting themselves into a strong position. While Western Bulldogs supporters were left disappointed, there were some good feel stories to come out of the Demons side. Ben Brown wasn’t sure what his footballing future held 12 months ago. On the outer at North Melbourne, Brown chose to head to Melbourne. It wasn’t all smooth sailing, with Brown spending time in the VFL early in the season. He would get back into the senior side and hold his spot. He kicked three goals in the win. A premiership is a long way from when he arrived in Victoria to play in the VFL with Werribee in 2013.

Young Bulldogs supporters prepare for the game. (Kristen Egan)

It would be at Werribee he would be turned from a ruckman into a key forward. The rest is history. “Absolutely surreal,” Brown told the AFL website. “I’ve had a very up and down 12- 18 months... To cap it off with this, I’m so thankful for where I am now. “I definitely had some mental battles, some mental hurdles to get over. It probably could have gone two ways to be honest. Thoughts am I up to it? Can I get back to that level?” Former Romsey star Jake Lever entered the grand final as the only Demons player to have grand final experience. He played a key role for the Demons in defence. “The last one didn’t go to plan,” he told Fox Footy after the game. “Half way through the second quarter I thought it was going to go the same way, but to everyone’s credit, the way the midfield, the forwards and even the backs turned it around.“ Another key player in the Demons run was former Werribee coach Mark Williams. The 2004 premiership coach joined the Demons at the start of the year and was able to provide plenty of experience.


SPORT Amazing Dream comes true in Pacing Cup win Perhaps only a plane ride to the US can stop Amazing Dream from a golden Victorian season after the four-year-old mare put in a brilliant performance to capture the Jet Roofing Kilmore Pacing Cup on Saturday night. The former Kiwi sat three-wide without cover for the last lap in chasing the leaders who enjoyed some moderate early sectionals, and not only mowed them down but also held off those who hooked themselves to her tail for an armchair ride. She crushed the clock in a 54.6-second last half to win the 2690-metre Group 2 crown, gifting reinsman Anthony Butt his first Kilmore Cup some five years after he finished second by a neck with Ohoka Punter. “She is class and is just a great mare,” Butt

told TrotsVision. “She’s won so many big races now and beaten the boys most occasions. “She just keeps doing the job. She probably flies under the radar a little bit, but any of these big races she goes in she always has a great chance of winning.” It was also a significant result for Purdon, who set up base in Victoria this year and has enjoyed a stellar first season due in no small part to Amazing Dream, who captured two Group 1s in Queensland and tasted success in her first Victorian start. “She always just finds a way to win and that’s what just makes her such a top mare,” he told TrotsVision. He said she would now zero in on the October 9 Pryde’s EasiFeed Victoria Cup, for which she’s a $6 chance in pre-nominations

betting with TAB.com.au. And Butt said the Victoria Cup at Bendigo could be a pre-cursor to a golden summer for the mare, providing they can keep her in Australia with her US-based owners keen to courier her across the Pacific. “There was talk of her going to America, but hopefully between Nathan and I we can convince the owners for her to stay here a bit longer, because she’s going to have an awesome summer,” he said. Michael Howard

Amazing Dream with trainer Nathan Purdon and partner Mikayla Lewis. (Stuart McCormick)

Junior finals scrapped Ballarat Football Netball League officials have pulled the plug on this year’s junior finals, citing the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The league announced earlier this month that the seniors competition finals would not proceed, but held off on a decision about the juniors. But following the release of Victoria’s ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown, the Ballarat FNL board announced “with deep regret” that it was cancelling the junior finals for BFNL Junior and BFLW Youth / Junior competitions. The decision effectively ends the 2021 seasons for all grades in these competitions, meaning the teams that finished on top of the ladder at the end of the home & away season have been recognised as the minor premiers. League chair Adrian Bettio said with the announcement of the roadmap for a return to activities, it became clear that community sport will not be able to commence until a fully vaccinated rate of 80 per cent has been achieved, expected to be around the November 5. “This decision is one that we knew was coming but we all wanted to hold out some hope that it would not eventuate,” he said. “I feel for the kids who just want to get and play with their mates and finish the year with finals.” Mr Bettio said whilst the board was willing to allow as much time as possible to play finals, it is now evident this is not possible under the current plan. He said that the decision will at least provide certainty to all the junior players, volunteers, and families that the season has concluded. “We will do everything over the offseason to make sure the 2022 season gives everyone the opportunity to play and to catch up on two lost years through COVID,” he said. “I want to thank the many club volunteers and parents for their patience, understanding and support of the league and each other through challenging times.”

Sally McLean Medal runner up Akira McCormack.

BFNL’s best and fairest By Benjamin Millar Jack Walker’s remarkable form during a COVID-19 plagued season has seen the Melton forward take home runner-up honours in the Ballarat Football Netball League’s annual best and fairest awards. Lachlan Cassidy of Sebastopol picked up the Henderson Medal for senior football while Stacey Matthews of North Ballarat took out the Sally McLean Medal for A Grade Netball, Melton South’s Akira McCormack a plucky runner-up. In a break from tradition, the awards were held as an online event due to COVID-19 restrictions on live ceremonies. Jack McClure of East Point took home the George King Medal in the Reserves Football, pipping out runners up Connor Stone of Bacchus Marsh, James Taylor of Melton and Simon Butler of Sebastopol. The Dick Rees Memorial Trophy for Under 19 Football was shared by Ballarat’s Luke Gray and East Point’s Jack Sampi, with Josh Carlyle-Marks of East Point and Murphy Boyd of Sunbury finishing runners up. Melton South’s Dylan Conway won the Tony Locket Medal as Senior Football Leading Goal Kicker after bagging 35 goals across the shortened season. Sebastopol’s Taylor Stewart took the Jim

Gull Medal as the Reserves Football Leading Goal Kicker with 34 majors, with Melton’s Dylan Jobson the Under 19 Leading Goal Kicker with 36 goals for the year. Goal of The Year went to Sebastopol’s Jai Harvey for his round eight effort, while Lake Wendouree’s Jacob Lohmann took the Mark of The Year back in round two. Local inclusions in the Ballarat FNL Senior Football Team of The Year included Melton back Jordyn Cotter, Melton’s Jake Owen and Melton’s Braedan Kight at half forward, Melton’s Jake Walker forward and Bacchus Marsh’s Daniel Burton at ruck. In the netball, B Grade Netball Best & Fairest went to Ballarat’s Perri Fenton with Lake Wendouree’s Jacqui Clifton runner up. The C Grade Netball Best & Fairest winner was Ballarat’s Kirsty McLean, runners up with Melton’s Tilitha Hunt and East Point’s Rachael Wilson runners-up. Ballarat’s Elyse McGenniskan was D Grade Netball Best & Fairest and Melton’s Teagan Tiley was runner up. E Grade Netball Best & Fairest winner was Melton’s Joanna Aquilina, runners up were Melton’s Amanda Borley, East Point’s Georgie Cue and Lake Wendouree’s Graeci Shawcross. Netball Coordinator of The Year was Melton South’s Melissa Dawson.

BFNL Henderson Medal runner up Jack Walker. (Pictures: Shawn Smits) Tuesday, 28 September, 2021 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY 19


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