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Libs’ $1.5b road pledge By Liam McNally and Laura Michell Three Melton roads will be upgraded as part of a $1.5 billion west roads package if the Liberals and Nationals win the November 26 state election. Opposition leader Matt Guy visited Melton on Saturday to pledge $700 million to upgrade the Western Highway between the Western Ring Road and Melton, $117 million to duplicate the Melton Highway between Melton and Hillside, and $91 million to duplicate Taylors Road between Kings and Gourlay roads. Melton council has been campaigning for upgrades to the Western and Melton highways as part of its ‘Fix Our Roads’ campaign.

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It also wants upgrades to Christies Road, Hopkins Road and the Robinsons Road, Westwood Drive, Calder Park Drive corridor. The Labor Party is yet to commit to funding upgrades for any of the six roads. In September, Melton MP Steve McGhie said only the Western Highway was in his electorate, and while he would continue to advocate for it to be upgraded, the road was part of the national highway network and as such has some responsibility of the federal government. Sydenham MP Natalie Hutchins has not responded to questions from Star Weekly about the roads campaign, while Labor candidate for Kororoit Luba Grigorovitch declined to answer. Melton mayor Goran Kesic said council welcomed the Liberal-National pledge. “These are critical road links that are in major need of investment. Upgrading these roads will help ensure that our residents can get to work, education and services on time, and return home safely every day,” he said. “Together with our community, we’ve called on all major parties and candidates to commit to a roads package for the City of Melton through the ‘Fix Our Roads Campaign’.” Mr Guy’s pledge comes as the Calder Action Group calls for greater progress with the Calder Freeway upgrades at Calder Park. The group is calling on the government to

The Calder Action group members are calling for upgrades to the Calder Freeway.

build a Calder Park Drive interchange overpass, as well as widen the Calder, reinstate emergency lanes, and increase the speed limit to 100km/h all the way. The state and federal governments provided $100 million for Calder highway upgrades last year, with $3.5 million for Major Roads Victoria to undertake planning and development work for a potential Calder Park

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Drive Interchange to improve access on and off the Calder Freeway. A business case is being developed for the overpass, however Calder Action Group president Russell Mowatt said that after a decade of advocacy, he is looking for a firm commitment. “You’re in this continuous loop of planning, but nothing actually gets done on

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

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The Victorian Civil and Administrativ The director of nursing e The allegations at Djerriwarrh Health Tribunal last week returned a Service during a included inadequ ruling disqualified Ms cluster of perinat ate formal reviews Meek from applyin that education and training al deaths registra at Bacchus Marsh of overall clinica l practic for nursing and g for midwifery tion for a period of Hospital has been perinatal deaths as e and staff and that 10 years. banned from working as they occurred. The ruling been aware of deficien Ms Meek should have a nurse or midwif Ms Meek ceased workin e for a of former follows last year’s disqualification decade. cies in midwifery skills. g at DjHS in 2015 maternity “She failed and surrendered The Nursing and her Little for a 10-year services manager Mary the deficien to take adequate steps to ensure Midwif and midwife in 2016. registration as a nurse cies period ery were identified and Board of during for her failures Austra lia sought a remedied,” the same period. 10-year ban for Julia the tribunal found. Djerriwarrh Health Meek in the wake of reports Services chief executi A 2015 review by identify ing “catastr Presiding VCAT membe professor Euan Wallac ve ophic” identified failings behind a r Wendy Boddison Belinda Scott said while she was e and series of “avoidable” “catastrophic and unable to comment deaths systemic and other adverse unprecedented Hallymembers Pamela Barry and Bernad patient outcomes ette Djerriwarrh on individual practitioners, also found Ms Meek at DjHS obstetric governance failings” with the from 2013 to 2015. has implemented failed to ensure shift by shift presenc services at DjHS during e of a midwife compet the change” across the health service “profound External reviews identifi the period. Ms Meek, 63, faced in foetal surveil ent since 2015. ed that the perinatal “It has robust clinica allegations in the tribuna lance monitoring mortality rate was that she had failed l govern l in birthin ance significantly higher the process g suite. systematic trainin to take adequate the state average and than deliver effectiv g, continued profess es, The tribuna much higher than e systems and process steps to ional be expected for a low would in her role es at DjHS for ensurin l found there was no clear criteria development and strong leaders as director of nursing risk unit. hip that ensures Djerriwarrh g only maternity , which she had the cases suitable held since 2005. is a safe, level of the capacit y of DjHS were accepte to fully-functioning health service secure and There was also found to be inadeq d. of Bacchus Marsh, Melton for the people and Caroline uate Springs,” she said.

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Aqualink, pavilion funding boost By Liam McNally Three projects in Moorabool will share in $4 million in funding, Buninyong MP Michaela Settle has announced. On Tuesday, October 25, Ms Settle visited Darley to announce funding for the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse Reserve Community Pavilion, Aqualink Activity Nodes, and a Darley Play Space. The state government has committed $3.2 million to the pavilion, which will provide a large community space, community meeting rooms, kitchen and supporting amenities. The pavilion will service an array of community

groups of all ages and abilities. The pavilion is part of wider works Moorabool council is undertaking to transform and upgrade the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse Reserve. Ms Settle said it’s exciting to see the reserve come together. “The community pavilion will be perfect for local events and a central place for the community to meet,” she said. A further $600,000 was announced for Aqualink Activity Nodes, along the Aqualink Cycling and Walking Corridor. The funding will support the creation of facilities for play, rest, socialisation, and other

activities along the path network. Ms Settle said it’s important to keep the community spirit alive as Moorabool grows. “I am thrilled the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse Reserve and Aqualink will bring locals together and create a legacy for our region,” she said. The government committed $200,000 in funding for the Darley play space upgrade. The funding will support the construction of a new accessible play space, along with landscaping and park furniture for intergenerational use. Moorabool mayor Tom Sullivan said council is delighted to receive this funding from state government.

“The activity nodes are vital to improving essential local open space facilities that will be accessible to the local community to improve health, safety, and wellbeing outcomes,” he said. “Accessible and safe play spaces are such an important aspect of our open spaces in Moorabool, and we’re very happy Darley Park will receive this upgrade.” Local Government Minister Melissa Horne said Labor is building a legacy through projects in growing Victorian communities. “We’re supporting our fastest growing suburbs to thrive by investing in the community infrastructure that is needed,” she said.

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Food insecurity on the rise in Melton insecurity as households which sometimes skip meals or entire days of eating because they do not have enough money for food. The report also highlighted the increasing cost of living is the most common reason for food insecurity, with 64 per cent of people citing it as a cause. Melton food charity Combined Churches Caring has just set up their first ongoing deliveries with Foodbank Victoria. Combined Churches Caring Melton chief executive Denise Morris said demand for their services in Melton have been increasing “exponentially”. In September 2021, the service provided food for 156 people, while at the same time

$1m for new sports pavilion Two sporting clubs are set to benefit from new facilities to be constructed at MacPherson Park in Melton. The state government announced last week it was committing $1 million to upgrade the facilities used by the Melton Broncos Rugby League and Melton Wolves Gridiron clubs. The new pavilion will include four female-friendly changerooms, an umpire’s room, first aid room, social space, kitchen, plus storage and related amenities. Brad Baker, who is involved in both clubs, said the funding has been a long time coming. “The building that we’re in at the moment is heavily outdated,“ he said. “We’ve gone through seasons of gridiron where other clubs didn’t want to come out and play because of the level of the facilities. So we’re pretty happy to be able to get some progress with regards to

funding and a build on the horizon. We’re just keen for it to get started.” Mr Baker said that the current facilities, that have plumbing issues and no female change rooms, make it hard to attract new players. “People turn up and see the facilities and go somewhere else,” he said. “For both sports, rugby league and gridiron, we’re hoping that the new facilities will make it a bit more inviting for members and for new members to come through. “We’re very much looking forward to having some female designated changerooms, obviously all clubs want to be open and inviting to both male and female, adult, child.” The funding is part of the Local Sports Infrastructure Fund, the Female Friendly Facilities Fund and the Country Football and Netball Program.

this year that number has risen to 246. Ms Morris said the biggest increase has been in people over the age of 65, which used to be around eight to 10 people a month but in August, more than 50 people reached out. “We’ve had a lot of people that have coped well throughout the years that are absolutely distraught that they have to reach out for help,” she said. “Please don’t suffer in silence. “If you know anybody in need please bring them down.” Details: cccmelton.org.au

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Food insecurity is on the rise in Melton, and across Australia, according to a Foodbank Australia report. Foodbank Australia’s Hunger Report 2022 highlighted that two million, or 21 per cent, of households in Australia have experienced severe food insecurity in the last year. The report showed 32 per cent of two-parent families and 37 per cent of single-parent families had experienced severe food insecurity during the last 12 months. Affordability of food also decreased, with 55 per cent of food insecure households reporting that they can not afford food more often this year than last year. Foodbank Australia has defined severe food

The carpark extension at Cobblebank station is now open. New commuter parking at Cobblebank Station on the Ballarat Line has increased availability by 80 spaces. The new car park, which includes two accessible spaces, was built to the north of the existing car park and features improved lighting, CCTV and is connected via entry and exit points to the original car park. Civil construction company Ace Infrastructure delivered the car park on behalf of VicTrack, with funding from the Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution Fund, administered by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning. Cobblebank Station was constructed in 2019 with 190 car parking spaces. With the new car park now open, there’s a total of 270 spaces available. Melton Mp Steve McGhie said that constructing the new Cobblebank Station car park on previously vacant rail land has made it easier for people in the rapidly growing area to access public transport. “We are delivering thousands of new and upgraded parking spaces at stations across the state, like we have at Cobblebank Station,” he said. “The car park’s CCTV and lighting makes it safer and more accessible for the local community to park and catch public transport during the day or night.”

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Health a ‘slow motion crisis’: Dr By Liam McNally A Melton doctor believes the healthcare climate in Melton is a “slow motion crisis”. Dr Marcus Watson has been a GP in the area for 34 years, and has been a longtime advocate for a Melton hospital. He is a member of the Melton Hospital Group, alongside independent candidate Dr Ian Birchall, for whom he is campaign manager. Until recently, Dr Watson was also a member of the Community Consultative Committee for the Melton Hospital.

He believes the current plan of a $900 million 270 bed hospital due to be finished in 2029 is “not fit for purpose.” “The promised hospital is smaller than Ballarat Base, and it’s not meant to open until 2029 at least,” he said. “We have a population already double that of Ballarat and will be triple Ballarat by the time they’re opening the hospital.” A government spokesperson said they have spoken to 350 infrastructure experts as the first step in securing a partner to deliver the new hospital.

“This is a complex project. Delivering a new hospital and making sure it is properly planned and will meet the needs of the community takes time,” they said. Dr Watson said he recommends a 500 to 600 bed hospital within four years. “I see it every day in my work,” he said. “If somebody has a real emergency like a heart attack or a major car accident the nearest big hospital is in Sunshine and that’s 34 kilometres away. The problem with that being that a lot of medical emergencies happen at peak hour.

“There’s plenty [of hospitals] that have been built in four years.” Dr Watson said that a lack of access to local healthcare in Melton adds pressure to hospitals in nearby areas. “I regularly have people who wait for 10 to12 hours in emergency in Sunshine for more regular things like broken arms,” he said. “Every year that this goes on, more people will suffer. “Our postcode shouldn’t determine the standard of medical care we receive.”

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Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal starts Kmart Melton and The Salvation Army are coming together to support families doing it tough at Christmas through their Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal. Australia’s largest and longest running gift appeal is returning for its 35th year, and donations are open at the Melton store from November 7 to November 23. People can donate in five ways; by placing a gift under a Wishing Tree in a Kmart store, by scanning a QR code to make an online contribution, making a donation at self serve checkout, giving spare change in a coin collection box at the registers, or online at

kmart.com.au/kmartwishingtree. The appeal began at the Kmart Adelaide store in 1987, and has raised more than 10 million gifts. The appeal takes gifts donated at Kmart collection points, and the Salvation Army helps provide them to families in need at Christmas time. Victorian Salvation Army public relations secretary Major Warren Elliott said they are experiencing increased demand this year with people reaching out for the first time because of cost of living increases. “It makes an incredible difference to those

families, some of whom would not have been able to provide gifts for their children at all without those gifts from Kmart and the Salvation army,” he said. “We’ll try our best to make sure they have the best possible Christmas that they can.” Major Elliot said they are glad to accept whatever people can give, however they are often short on presents suitable for young teenagers. He said the appeal asks for new gifts, as it’s more respectful to the families. “When the parents give the presents to their children we want it to look like it’s coming from them,” he said.

Melton Specialist School will receive $30,000 in funding to help with maintenance. The maintenance works will include repairing day-to-day wear and tear, external surface repainting and addressing roof issues. The funding comes as a part of the state government’s Term 4 Planned Maintenance Program. The program will involve 76 schools across the state share in $8.875 million for the works to take place. The program includes $6 million for Shelter In Place (SIP) bushfire facilities for 23 schools. A SIP is a school’s nominated building, which serves as a temporary shelter for staff and students during a bushfire or until emergency services arrive, or as a shelter of last resort if there is insufficient time to evacuate. It comes in addition to the $11.24 million of funding allocated for more than 100 schools as part of the Term 3 Planned Maintenance Program, which focussed on works such as landscaping and pathways for school grounds, and fixing floors and lighting for classrooms. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the works will soon get underway. “This program will ensure Melton Specialist School is well maintained, safe and modern, as well as properly upheld in the face of bushfires and ahead of the warmer Weather,” he said. Liam McNally

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Bacchus Marsh station promise Timed traffic lights would be installed at the intersection of Grant Street, Griffith Street and Station Street in Bacchus Marsh, if the Labor Party wins the upcoming state election. Labor announced a $25 million investment towards the project, which would create safer access to Bacchus Marsh station, the bus interchange and the upgraded car park on the north side of the tracks by 2025 by upgrading the intersection from a roundabout to traffic signals. Completed last year, the Ballarat line

upgrade delivered improvements at Bacchus Marsh station, expanded car parks and created dozens of extra train services per week. “Our community has been telling me the busy Grant Street intersection needs an upgrade that makes it work with the nearby level crossing,” Buninyong MP Michaela Settle said. “Only Labor will deliver the road connections Bacchus Marsh needs.” Labor also announced a $79 million commitment towards an upgrade to the Point

Cook Road and Central Avenue intersection in Altona Meadows, which will include widening Central Avenue from Point Cook Road to Skehan Boulevard from two to four lanes. Labor candidate for Point Cook Mat Hilakari said the Point Cook Road upgrade would benefit all those who travel along the major thoroughfare. “We’re delivering a safer, better road for people in Point Cook, Altona Meadows and Seabrook with our promise to upgrade Point

Cook Road,” he said. Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan said regional suburbs relied on these transport connections. “Only Labor will invest to give every Victorian the smooth, safe journeys people need,“ she said. Since 2014, Labor has invested $35 billion to expand the road network and deliver improvements, including installing traffic lights, roundabouts and better pedestrian crossings.

Pausing to remember Caroline Springs RSL will be conducting a Remembrance Day Service on Friday, November 11. Since the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of 1918 marked the end of WWI, Remembrance Day has been a day for remembering and honouring people for their military service. The service will begin at 10.45am, at the Caroline Springs War Memorial at Lake Caroline. Kids from the local area are getting involved with the event, school students, as well as the local scouts who will be responsible for raising the flags to half-mast on the day. Caroline Springs RSL president Peter Burquest said that it’s an important day to recognise Australian history. “Remembrance day is pretty synonymous with Australia’s military history,” he said. “It gives the public an opportunity to honour their family, friends and relatives. It’s an opportunity for everyone to remember. “Us servicemen remember all of the time.”

Mr Burquest, who was one of the founders of the Caroline Springs RSL served in the army for six years in the 60’s and 70’s, which included a 12 month tour of Vietnam. Caroline Springs RSL is also organising an early Rememberance Service in collaboration with Melton RSL and Woodlea estate on November 6 at the Aintree Walk of Honour Reflection Pond from 10.30am. Aintree’s Walk of Honour was completed last year, and comes under dual custodianship of Caroline Springs and Melton RSL’s. Melton RSL will be hosting their own will be Remembrance Day services in Melton on November 11 at the Cenotaph on High Street from 10.30am.

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Labor promises a Melton TAFE By Liam McNally Melton residents will be able to study at a TAFE close to home under a Labor state election pledge. A re-elected Labor government will invest more than $45 million to begin work on a new TAFE, which will fund land acquisition and construction. It plans for the facility to begin construction by 2024, and once completed,

be able to provide training for about 600 students. Melton mayor Goran Kesic said council welcomed the commitment to build a new TAFE in Melton that focuses on construction skills. “The booming construction and logistics industry have created an urgent need for skilled labour, and without a local TAFE, young people are missing out on the opportunity to fill these jobs,” he said.

“We know that if you live, learn and work in the community, you’re more likely to stay there in the long term and help build a vibrant resilient city.” Melton council has been advocating for local access to tertiary education and vocational learning. As reported by Star Weekly, council had called on the state government to build a TAFE in Cobblebank. Council has identified attracting and

retaining professionals to the area as an ongoing challenge, meaning training and educating local residents is critical to delivering long-term sustainable construction jobs. Melton is one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation, with population expected to reach 332,051 by 2036. It’s also one of the youngest regions in Australia, with 53 per cent of residents aged under 35.

Festival will blow minds Djerriwarrh Festival is returning for its biggest party since 2019. Having been cancelled the last two years due to COVID-19, the festival is back on Saturday. November 5 with a street parade including the vibrant community with floats and dances and costumes galore, followed by activities at Melton Recreation Reserve. Kicking the festival off at 11am on High Street, this year’s theme this year is “celebrate today, imagine the future”. Then from noon, Melton Recreation Reserve will be alive with music, a local arts market, food truck alley, pet expo, and heaps of activities for kids. ARIA award winning band Eskimo Joe will be headlining on the mainstage with huge hits like Black Fingernails, Red Wine, and Foreign Land. They will be joined by Bodyjar, Maddy Jane and Steph Strings from 5pm. Intercultural communities will showcase their traditional dance, food and music while the more adventurous can meet local wildlife

and even a dingo at the pet expo. The free event is set to have an explosive finish with a bonfire and fireworks, while the Lions Club of Melton will provide some big carnival rides for the event Melton mayor Goran Kesic said this Djerriwarrh Festival will be better than ever. “It’s going to be the biggest party we’ve had in years,” he said. “The festival program is jam-packed with so many amazing things to do. From the colourful street parade to the market, food and live entertainment, it’s good family fun not to be missed.” Details: https://www.djerriwarrhfest.com. au/Home Liam McNally

Becky Bubble will be “blowing bubbles and minds“ at this year’s Djerriwarrh festival. (Supplied)

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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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Children from Diggers Rest Primary School enjoyed a day out at Bloomdale’s new Floré Park.

Kids test out new park Forty children from Diggers Rest Primary School have become the first official community visitors to experience a $1 million playground in Diggers Rest. The school’s year one and two cohorts tested out Floré Neighbourhood Park in AVID Property Group’s Bloomdale community on Wednesday, October 19. The one-hectare space is Bloomdale’s fourth and biggest park to date. The park hosted a private opening which was attended by community residents as well as Sunbury MP Josh Bull, Melton mayor Gorann Kesic, and Cr Lara Carli on Saturday, October 8. AVID Property Group Victoria project director Danny Boubli said it’s fitting to have Diggers Rest Primary School pupils as the first children in the community play in the park. “Already so many of them call Bloomdale home, and I can imagine many of them 30 years from now telling their own children how

they were the first school kids to play here when it opened,” he said. Diggers Rest Primary School principal Sheridan Thomas said the pupils had been excited about their visit for weeks and had been looking forward to the park’s completion. “The students have been so excited to be among the first guests of this beautiful park and have been talking about what they’ll play on,” she said. “Our school prides itself on fostering strong community connections, and Floré Neighbourhood Park provides students and families with a beautiful setting to meet, form friendships and further their learning through play. This park is such a wonderful community asset for Diggers Rest.” Mr Boubli said the park was designed in close collaboration with residents to complement the community’s existing seven hectares of green space.

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Correction A story in Star Weekly on October 25 contained a mistake. The story ‘First Jubilee trees are in the ground’ stated Melton MP Steve McGhie and Melton mayor Goran Kesic attended The Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden’s Queen’s Jubilee Tree Planting launch. This was not the case, the pair were originally planned to attend, however we otherwise engaged on the day. Star Weekly Apologises for the mistake. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Melton & Moorabool Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Bruce Hedge has seen the impact of a warming climate on his apple orchard over decades.

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Seeing change, making changes Elsie Lange explores climate change, fruit growing and the challenges of the future with long-time organic producer Bruce Hedge, Newham resident and co-founder of the famous CERES Environment Park in Brunswick.

ruce Hedge has been measuring rainfall in Cobaw for the Australian Bureau of Meteorology for more than three decades and he says October this year was the wettest on record “by far”. His recording for the bureau is just one of the many hats he’s worn through the years. From photographer, to gardening radio host and even co-founder of Brunswick’s Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies, known as CERES – he cares deeply about the environment and its future. On his 10-acre property, Wirreanda, he grows apples – 200 varieties, or 250 trees over the years – it’s there he’s seen the impact of a warming climate creep in. “I’ve been keeping meticulous records of the first flowering on all of the trees for 40 years,” he says. “There is no doubt whatsoever that the flowering times of the apple trees are getting earlier.” While flowering was two weeks later this year – which he puts down to grey and overcast conditions – he says the overall trend has become clear. “The only thing that is absolutely certain about climate change is total uncertainty, we just don’t know what’s going to happen from year to year” he says. CSIRO agriculture and food senior research scientist Dr Pat Mitchell says some of the patterns he’d seen from a climate perspective showed there was “no doubt” an upward trend in the temperature record. “If you break that down into parts of the growing season, for an orchard like an apple crop, we see that late winter or early spring is a time we’re seeing increasing temperatures,” Dr Mitchell says. 8 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 1 November, 2022

“What that will mean for something like apples is that the dormancy period during winter will shorten, you’ll get flowering as a response. “What that might do is it may affect how other processes flow on from that … it creates a lot of challenges from the fruit perspective, but it also affects the whole logistics of the industry built around that.” Dr Mitchell says the impact of a warming climate on the wine industry and grape growing highlighted some of the issues fruit producers are facing. “Well documented observation in wine growth is the harvest has come forward something in the order of about a week per decade … it’s just another example that if the climate warms the season shortens the fruit growing,” he says. “Then you’ve got an earlier harvest, and that can have an affect on the quality of that fruit.” Mr Hedge practices permaculture, a sustainable, self-sufficient, world-embraced philosophy of farming and living developed by Australia’s Bill Mollison and David Holmgren. Permaculture is defined by Mr Holmgren as “a design system”. “It’s not really a system of gardening or a system of farming … it affects all of those things, but it’s more of a design system for both sustainable land use in the broader sense … and sustainable living,” he told The Food Forest in 2010. In his day-to-day practice, Mr Hedge sees the weather’s impact up-close on his system of growth – he says weather events are becoming more severe, like the floods last month. “The weather has become more extreme.

We’ve had extreme dry periods, and extreme wet periods,” he says. “I have just recorded the wettest October ever … by far, breaking the monthly record by at least 25 per cent.” Dr Mitchell says rainfall variability is a feature in Australia’s climate and always has been, but on top of temperature changes, the cycles of fruit and flowering are shifting. “The things we used to do are no longer suitable, they talk about [how] now there’s not four seasons, there’s six seasons,” he says. “What we thought was winter to spring … happens really differently now and there’s a lot of that [anecdotally], but it’s backed up by the observations in the temperature records. “Of course, the projected changes from our climate models really see that it’s going to continue as we’ve already observed it.” He says the projections for rainfall aren’t “particularly clear cut”, but the shifts between the wet years and the dry years will continue to intensify. “That’s consistent with an atmosphere that’s heating, therefore having larger shifts between wet and dry periods … variability will become more variable,” he says. What Mr Hedge says he wants for the future is for his grandchildren to grow up in a world not devastated by climate change – he says he’s optimistic. “Regenerative agriculture, renewable energy and electric cars … If we embrace all these new technologies … we’re going to be alright,” he says. “Gandhi said ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’, and I’d like to see people becoming aware of how to live lighter on the earth, we just have to stop using so much stuff.”

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Big election education promises By Liam McNally Three new schools, and upgrades to a further six have been promised to the Melton area upon a Labor re-election. Labor has committed to opening two new primary schools, one in Toolern Waters, and one in Plumpton, and a secondary school in Cobblebank if it is successful in the November 26 state election. Labor also promised upgrades for Melton

South Primary, Melton Secondary, Kurunjang Secondary, Toolern Vale Primary, St Lawrence of Brindi and St Bernard’s Primary. Melton South Primary was promised a $21.32 million investment to upgrade and modernise the school including a new classroom wing, a new classroom block, and staff rooms. Labor pledged a further $8.87 million to Melton Secondary College, to rebuild Block T, and an upgraded Rugby and Soccer pitch.

The schools will be funded through a school and kinder package worth nearly $1.6 billion. Melton MP Steve McGhie said that every family deserves a great local school. “Melton South Primary has been educating our students for almost 100 years. This huge investment will revitalize this amazing school with a proud history,” he said. St Bernard’s Primary and the recently opened St Lawrence of Brindi were promised a share of a $717 million package to support

low-fee independent and Catholic schools across the state. Premier Daniel Andrews said that Labor will make sure wherever you choose to send your kids to school they have access to first-rate facilities. “We want every Victorian child to have the best start in life, but you can’t get a first-rate education in a second-rate classroom. That’s why we’re delivering great local schools for every Victorian family,” he said.

Land secured for school Education Minister Natalie Hutchins visited Brookfield last week to announce 3.5 hectares of land has been acquired to develop the new Brookfield Primary School (interim name). The school is currently in its design phase and is expected to open its doors in 2024 and will cater for 575 pupils. Land at 91 Grand Scenic Drive in Brookfield was purchased for the school using a share of $276.4 million allocated in the Victorian Budget 2021-22 to purchase land for schools in urban growth areas. Details on enrolment boundaries and how to enrol your child will be published in the year before the school opens. At the last state election the government promised to open 100 new schools by 2026, Labor believes it is currently ahead of schedule with 75 new schools opening between 2019 and 2024. Ms Hutchins said that this is “exciting” news for Melbourne’s west. “We’re continuing to build and upgrade schools across the state so our students have

the best spaces to learn, our classrooms have the best teachers and every child is given every chance to succeed,” she said. Melton MP Steve McGhie said the new local school will help local families. “The new Brookfield Primary School will provide a huge benefit to families and students in the area – with modern classrooms and learning spaces that are close to home,” he said. Liam McNally

Melton MP Steve McGhie and Education Minister Natalie Hutchins visited the land recently purchased for Brookfield’s new primary school. (Supplied)

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Children’s Week celebrations The Melton Community Hall hosted a family fun event in celebration of Children’s week on Tuesday, October 25. A range of activities were on offer for kids to get involved in, including pot-painting, meeting animals at the petting zoo, and enjoying a concert with Damo Music for Kids. Star Weekly photographer Joe Mastroianni captured these photographs of the fun.

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Help keep the community safe By Christopher Carter, chief executive, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network Recent changes to COVID-19 isolation rules and the scrapping of mask mandates in most places makes it feel that, at long last, the pandemic is over and we can all get back to normal. But “normal” is different now. Some things have changed forever. That means we need to think and act a little differently to keep ourselves, our families and our community healthy. Coronavirus case numbers are comparatively low at the moment, and most of us have received at least two COVID-19 vaccinations. However, it’s important to remember that many among us risk very poor outcomes if they fall sick from this virus. These might be people you know, but mostly they will be people you’ve never met: friends or family members of your workmates, the guy who runs the corner shop, maybe the woman who drives you home in an Uber. I imagine that, like me, you’d feel terrible if you discovered that you’d inadvertently passed the virus to someone and they ended up in hospital – or perhaps just couldn’t work for a week or two, making life really challenging for their family. The good news is, though, if we just exercise a few little precautions in a few little settings, we can do a lot to keep our whole community safe. Pretty much all of us over the past two years spent quite a bit of time wearing a mask and, to be honest, it wasn’t really that irritating. If you’re going into a hospital or a doctor’s surgery or an aged care home, you still have to mask up. But it’s also really helpful to pop one on when you go to the shops, or inside a school,

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or a bus or a train. No one will tell you off if you don’t; it’s just a nice, considerate thing to do. The same goes for social distancing. COVID-19 can travel on your breath, so standing back a bit from other people goes a long way to stop spreading it around. Keeping up to date with your coronavirus

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It’ll be the holiday season soon, and from now on the shops will get busier and busier as people set out to buy gifts and food for family feasts. If we mask up, vax up and stand back a bit, we’ll be doing our best to make sure everyone – family and strangers alike – have a properly happy new year.

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Getting rid of pests on the land or designing a program which enhances your property could earn landowners in Melton’s rural district a discount on their rates this financial year.

Areas around Ballan’s main water catchment were logged at more than twice the 1995 legal limit between 1988-89 and 1998-99, affecting water supplies, the Doctors for Forests [DFF] group claimed last week.

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Djerriwarrh Festival Melton council’s largest annual festival, Djerriwarrh Festival, will be back on Saturday, November 5, from 11am to 10pm at Melton Recreation Reserve and High Street in Melton. n www.djerriwarrhfest.com.au/Home

Baking courses Discover the joys of cooking and baking in Melton South Community Centre’s six-week Intro to Pastry & Baking course. Learn how to create a variety of items including bread, tarts, choux pastry and much more. Available on Tuesdays from November 5 to December 10 or Saturdays from November 8 to December 13, this pre-accredited course is an opportunity to access career or further study options, or just gain some new skills and techniques to use at home. $85 or $65 concession. n 9747 8576

Melton Performing Arts Melton Performing Arts [MPA] is a newly established community organisation with a mission to boost the arts in Melton. With musicals, classes, youth programs and even a podcast in the works, MPA is hoping to involve people of all abilities and backgrounds. The first event is a cabaret at Rockbank Hall from 7pm on Friday, December 2. n meltonpa.org.au

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Eynesbury Heritage Trail Eynesbury Heritage Trail junior parkrun takes place at the Eynesbury Heritage Trail, 479 Eynesbury Road, Eynesbury (next to the Discovery Centre), every Sunday, at 8am. Registration: free. n www.parkrun.com.au/register/

The Gap on Graham The Gap provides a place for Melton youth to hang out, socialise, play games and learn new skills. The centre holds a night for girls aged 10 to 18 years, at the centre, 5 Graham Street, Melton, on Wednesday evenings. There is also a drop-in night for anyone aged 12 to 25 years old. n Val, 0414 769 605.

Melton Men’s Group Melton Men’s Group meets every Thursday from 5-8pm at The Gap on Graham, 5 Graham Street, Melton. Focusing on Senior Men’s mental and physical wellbeing. The group invites new members to come for a cuppa and a chat, listen to guest speakers and participate in our activities including; carpet bowls, pool or table tennis. n https://meltonmensgroup.home.blog/

Melton Over 50s Social Group A friendly group of people aged over 50, who enjoy each other’s company while attending events and outings such as dinners, shows, dancing, cinemas and more. If you live in the Melton area and would like to meet new friends, in a welcoming group environment, this is for you. n Marlene, 0498 329 290

Bacchus Marsh Market Bacchus Marsh rejoice! There will be a monthly market at the gorgeous location of Maddingley Park. On the second Saturday of every month there will be a lovely variety of stallholders and food trucks. Bring a picnic blanket and invite your friends and family for a lovely market day out.

Darlingsford Barn, Darlingsford Boulevard, Melton. n Catherine, 0416 612 517, or Bob, 0411 824 739

Available on Sunday 27 or Monday 28 November, students will have the chance to make their own items, as well as tips, tricks and safety information. For $95 or $90 concession, attendees take home the items they make, and there is also the option to purchase additional materials from the tutor. For information and enrolments, call the centre. n 9747 8576

Deluxe Facials Workshop Parkinson’s support group The Melton Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the second Thursday of the month 10.30am–12.30pm at Kurunjang Community Centre, 33-35 Mowbray Crescent, Kurunjang. New members and carers welcome. n Helen, 0409 186 576

Eynesbury Market A community market next to the iconic Eynesbury Homestead. The market is on the fourth Sunday of the month. It features a great range of food trucks, artisans, makers and more.

Boomerang Bags Bacchus Marsh Boomerang Bags Bacchus Marsh makes reusable shopping bags from rescued fabric. They’re looking for people to cut, sew, iron and market our bags. Meets on the first Sunday each month at the Darley Neighbourhood House 2-4pm. Find the Facebook group for more details.

Melton Bridge Club The Melton Bridge Club has recommenced weekly social Bridge sessions at the Melton Library on Fridays from 10am-noon. Come along to play an exciting, social card game and have loads of fun. Bridge offers the suspense of poker, the cerebral qualities of chess and the excitement of athletic sports, all in a relaxed and social setting. If you like playing cards this is for you. n Rosemary, 0407 894 817

Melton Friendship Group. Join the Melton Friendship Group for singles 55 and older. Meet fortnightly for coffee and chat nights and organised affordable outings and events. n 0406 493 734

Take weight off naturally Struggling to lose weight? Struggling to get motivated? Want to try and do it in a friendly and less stressful atmosphere? Come and join TOWN (Take Weight Off Naturally) every Tuesday at 6pm at the

members, to get together and discover the social aspects of the group. n Ann, 0425 705 150 Make some time for yourself and learn some self-care techniques in Melton South Community Centre’s 3-hour Deluxe Facials workshop, scheduled for Saturday 5 November. For $60 or $55 concession, discover how to scrub, cleanse, tone, moisturise and truly relax with face masks and facial massages. Students receive instructions and materials to take home, as well as a Certificate of Participation. Call the centre for information and enrolments. n 9747 8576

Melton Cycling Club Melton Cycling club meets for regular Sunday rides. There are three different riding groups to cater for different abilities starting at 7.30am. The rides finish at Lazy Moe’s for a cuppa. n 0403 057 003

Zonta club meets Zonta is an international organisation bringing women together to support other women. The Zonta Club of Melton meets on the first Monday of each month at Melton Country Club, Reserve Road, Melton. n Suzanne, 0417 512 420

U3A Melton U3A Melton offers among its activities a Book Group, Australian History and a gentle exercise class for those 55 and over who are retired or semi-retired who wish to stay mentally and physically active. n 0419 563 016

Melton Combined Probus Club The Melton Probus Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Melton Dart Club, 63a Reserve Road, from 9.45am. n 9746 0271

Over 50, retired, or semi-retired and wanting to learn a language? U3A Melton offers French and Italian classes for beginners and those with more advanced skills. n www.u3amelton.com or 0419 563 016

Community singing group If you love to sing, come join the Melton Singers. The group rehearses regularly and also performs at aged care facilities. The group is very relaxed and sings songs mainly from the 60’s and 70’s. It meets Tuesdays at 10am. n Val, 0418 667 150

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Rose Carers Of Maddingley Park The Rose Carers meet Wednesdays from 10am-noon at Maddingley Park, corner of Grant and Taverner streets, Bacchus Marsh, to maintain two beautiful rose gardens. New volunteers are always welcome – with or without experience. n Elaine Greenhall, 0418 171 119, or 0400 052 857

Melton Valley Ladies Probus Club The Melton Valley Ladies Probus Club meets at 10am on the second Tuesday of each month at the Melton Country Club. The group is open to everyone, new and old

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Candle making workshop Create your very own Christmas-themed soy candles and wax melts in Melton South Community Centre’s 1-day workshop.

The Rotary Club of Melton invites new guests to join its meetings, held on the first and third Tuesday of every month, 6pm at Tabcorp Park in Melton. n meltonrotary@gmail.com

First aid courses Melton South Community Centre is now accepting enrolments for First Aid courses running on Saturday, November 12. Available courses include Perform CPR (HLTAID009), Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) and Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education & Care Setting (HLTAID012). n 9747 8576

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Who wrote the Australian children’s classic Kookaburra Sits In The Old Gum Tree?

And in what year was it written?

NOTE: more than one solution may be possible

In Nepal, what is Mount Everest known as?

What is the average lifespan of a meerkat (pictured)?

Which 20th-century author’s notebooks were known as The Blue Octavo Notebooks?

What is unusual about the diet of a monophagous insect?

Who was the first secretarygeneral of the United Nations?

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QUICK QUIZ

In 1928, Steamboat Willie was the first animated cartoon talking picture to star which cartoon character?

What was the name of Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson’s mother?

10 In what year did the parliament of Western Samoa vote to simplify the country’s name to Samoa? ANSWERS: 1. Marion Sinclair 2. 1932 3. Sagarmatha 4. 12-14 years 5. Franz Kafka 6. It eats only one kind of food 7. Trygve Halvdan Lie 8. Mickey Mouse 9. Susan Barrantes 10. 1997

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MELBOURNE CUP QUIZ Are you a true punter? Which Aussie horse was known as a social media star for their unique name?

Who was the first jockey to win the Melbourne Cup?

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In which year was the Melbourne Cup officially declared a public holiday?

In what year did Michelle Payne (pictured) win the Melbourne Cup?

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Which of these celebrities has not attended the Melbourne Cup? a) Sarah Jessica Parker b) Snoop Dogg c) Kylie Jenner

What is the Melbourne Cup locally known as?

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Which jockey was the winner of the 2021 Melbourne Cup?

Which of these names is not a real racehorse name: a) Maythehorsebewithu b) Waikikamukau or c) Pasture Bedtime?

Who was the first, and to date the only, Aboriginal jockey to win the Melbourne Cup?

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What is the prize for the 2022 first place winner?

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What age were the oldest three horses to win the Melbourne Cup?

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The Cup is the biggest event of what annual series?

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What headwear is traditionally worn by women attending the race?

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Is the Melbourne Cup traditionally held before or after the Caulfield Cup?

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The prize for the first Melbourne Cup was made of what material?

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21-30: Group 1

What place did Queen Elizabeth II’s horse Arabian Story come in the 1997 Cup?

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Trainer Bart Cummings has won the Cup a record how many times?

Jockey Bobbie Lewis holds the record of how many Melbourne Cup wins?

26.

In which year did celebrity supermodel Gigi Hadid attend the Melbourne Cup?

27.

Which Australian precious metals specialist has made the Melbourne Cup trophy since 2016?

28.

And is the present day trophy made mostly of bronze or gold?

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In what year was the call of the Melbourne Cup first broadcast on radio?

24. What is a farrier?

20. Horse trainers, and previous winners of the Melbourne Cup, David Hayes and Gai Waterhouse both recently attended which historic event?

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9. The Flemington racecourse track is shaped like what fruit?

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How many barriers are there for the race?

The 2021 Melbourne Cup was the first time the race’s winner started from what barrier number? Who in 2001 became the first female trainer to win a Melbourne Cup?

30. Was the Melbourne Cup race originally one mile, two miles or three miles long?

In 2006, Delta Blues became the first horse from which country to win the Melbourne Cup?

ANSWERS: 1. Horsey McHorseface 2. 2015 3. John ‘Cutts’ Dillon 4. 1877 5. Kylie Jenner 6. The race that stops the nation 7. Jason McDonald 8. c) Pasture Bedtime 9. Pear 10. Frank Reys 11. $4,400,000 12. Eight years old 13. The Spring Racing Carnival 14. Fascinator 15. After 16. Gold 17. 24 18. Sixth 19. 12 20. Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral 21. 18 22. Sheila Laxon 23. Japan 24. A specialist in equine hoof care 25. Four 26. 2014 27. ABC Bullion 28. Gold 29. 1925 30. Two miles

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10 Middle Eastern Dish (5) 11 2006 Melbourne cup winner, — Blues (5) 12 Beautiful Jim Key star, Morgan —(7) 13 A permanent administrative office (11)

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FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE 3. In what decade was Flemington Racecourse opened? A. 1830’s B. 1840’s C. 1850’s D. 1860’s

2. Who owns Flemington Racecourse? A. Victoria Jockey Club B. Victoria Turf Club C. The Victoria Racing Club D. The Victorian Race Committee

4. What is the 1200 metre straight in the course sometimes referred to? A. Straight 12 B. Straight six C. Long 12 D. Long six

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Exterior design upgrades announce the arrival of the Suzuki S-Cross AllGrip. (Pictures: Supplied)

Suzuki gets a grip with S-Cross By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring In pre-politically correct times ‘The man in the street’ was a term used to describe the ordinary male (person). In 2006 I was in Japan watching early SX4 vehicles roll off the assembly lines at Suzuki’s Hamamatsu plant, noting its bland physical characteristics. This MITS manner was reinforced on an extended drive of the small sports utility vehicle on the company’s test track, with its performance providing an uninspiring driving experience. Little has changed over the years, with the SX4 generally flying under the automotive radar, while its siblings – Jimny, Swift and Vitara - led the way in design and innovation. The latest S-Cross could be about to change the order of things. The second generation SX4 in 2013 took on the S-Cross suffix and an optional all-wheel drive system named AllGrip. It has four selectable driving modes – Normal, Sport, Snow and Lock. Following a facelift in 2016, the third generation first saw the light of day in 2021, and has now been given a makeover for the model year 2023, in the form of a freshened cabin and restyled exterior, plus new technology. The 1.4 litre turbocharged petrol engine stays pretty much the same but now puts its power to ground through a new AllGrip all-wheel drive system. There is a price to pay - $40,490, plus on-road costs, $10,000 more than the base figure. A Prestige model, with even more goodies, tips the scales at $44,490. I enjoyed time with the latter. Like all present-day Suzuki cars, the S-Cross is covered by a five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty and five-year capped-price service scheme, the latter at 12 months or 10,000-kilometre intervals.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE S-Cross GL Plus / All Grip: $40,490 S-Cross GLX :$43,490 (Queensland only) S-Cross GLX Sunroof /All Grip Prestige): $44,490 SPECIFICATIONS Suzuki S-Cross AllGrip 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol, 6sp automatic, AWD SUV

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Suzuki dealer for drive-away prices.

redesigned automatic LED headlights have the SUV standing tall, while square wheel arches wrapping polished alloy and silver highlights on the bumpers make for a more robust profile than before.

Interior Quality leather appointments are not enough to detract from the firmness of the seats. Little lateral support is forthcoming too. On the upside, the steering wheel adjusts for rake and reach. Behind the wheel is an instrument cluster comprising two analogue gauges with a digital trip computer between, which includes a speedo. Dual-zone climate control adjustment is within easy reach. The S-Cross AllGrip is the same dimensions as its predecessor, which is enough to keep an average build adult in some comfort, especially in the rear. The boot opens up to an expansive 430 litres with the seat backs up, extending to a voluminous1230 litres with seat backs folded. Hardwearing fabric material covers the deck and extends up the walls. There’s also an underfloor boot-wide compartment

Styling Updated S-Cross styling retains the somewhat angular look of days gone by, while most modern rivals show off slick coupe-like looks. Included here are a new front and back, doors, bumpers and lighting. Up front the two-storey grille is dominated by the stylised Suzuki ‘S’ and leaves oncoming drivers in no doubt as to the car’s pedigree. A sleeker bonnet, black diamond lattice grille and

Infotainment A 9-inch touchscreen is a step up from the 7-inch system in the base model. A clear colour display supports factory-fitted satellite navigation, camera with all-round view and digital radio info. Apple CarPlay customers enjoy wireless communication, while Android Auto folk have to make do with wired connectivity.

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Engines / transmissions Lift the bonnet. There’s nothing (new) to see here. Those familiar with the previous model will recognise the engine, a 1.4 litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor producing 103 kW and 220 Nm, mated with a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission, now taking in the new Suzuki all-wheel drive system, AllGrip.

Safety Standard safety comes with autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, driver fatigue monitoring, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors.

Driving The featherweight BoosterJet engine has a spring in its step, with plenty of low-down torque and a well-matched torque-converter auto. Plastic paddle shifts are best ignored. However, the spicy motor and well-sorted ride and handling package were good enough to throw the S-Cross assuredly around on corners, while feather-light steering pointed the nose in the desired direction and slow-speed parking in tight spots was low on trepidation. A claimed combined urban / highway fuel consumption figure of 6.2 litres per 100 kilometres translated in test car terms to 8 litres per 100 kilometres in city traffic and 5 litres per 100 kilometres on the open road. Not too much of a financial burden on the recommended 95 RON juice. Getting to grips with a wide range of conditions under foot, the car’s multi-mode

all-wheel-drive system offers Normal, Sport, Snow and Lock stages, running predominantly from the front wheels in Normal to 66:33 split in Snow. Front bias helps keep the vehicle on a straight course on ice. Snow also firms up stability control, while leaving traction control unfettered in snow. Lock serves up a steady-as-she-goes 50:50 split. Sport takes charge from the rear, partly freeing stability control, while calling on transmission operation to be more responsive. All are to hand via a knob on the centre console behind the gearshift lever.

Summary The S-Cross is far from my favourite Suzuki, with the aforementioned Jimny, Swift and Vitara, atop the podium positions. However, with the spritely performance of the latest generation, the S-Cross is making a gallant effort to grab the attention of people like me. It’s beginning to work. Note that Suzuki Queensland is a separate entity to Suzuki in the rest of Australia, but it’s expected that the two entities will be very much the same. If you’re in another State or Territory and considering buying a Suzuki we suggest you talk to the dealer of your choice about the new model. The 2022 S-Cross is being released in Queensland with two specification lines: GL-Plus and GLX with the GLX also having the option of a sunroof. The model names elsewhere are All Grip and All Grip Premium respectively with the latter having the sunroof as standard.

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New football club for Aintree juniors A new football club in Aintree is set to field sides for the first time next season. The Aintree Football Club has been set up to cater for the growing number of children in Aintree taking up the sport. Having had Auskick the last two years, president Nathan Brama said it was the natural progression to start to have teams and form a club. “We’ve had a football program the last two years,” he said. “We started Auskick two years ago and started with 17 kids and then ended the year with 32 kids. “This year we started with 36 kids and ended up with 48. Kids play Auskick when they are seven and eight and then play junior football. “We were losing a number of kids, so we started the process of starting a club.” Brama said there had been eight months of work with Melton council and AFL Victoria as they sorted out the name, team colours, jersey and team song.

A decision about what competition the Giants play in is expected in the next couple of weeks. Brama said they were keen to have at least two sides next season, while seeking interest from four different age groups. All teams will be mixed teams. “We will still run Auskick and will look to have under-8s and under-10s,” he said. “We have opened it up for under-12s and under-14 and depending on numbers we’re happy to run a combined side.” Brama said Woodlea, where the team will be based, has been really supportive of the side and has got on board. The club currently has access to two ovals, one that is shared with the soccer and Melton Rugby Union clubs. Long term both those clubs will be based elsewhere giving them full access during the winter months. Brama said they had signed some sponsors

and were looking for more people to get involved. While in the initial stages, the club has set some goals for the next few years as the club and the area grows. “For the 2024 season we want to have an all girls team,” Brama said. “For the 2025 season we want to be in the position to have kids from five to 18 playing football in Aintree. “We’re looking at senior football for both men’s and women’s in five years and we’ll also be looking at netball.” The club is holding an information night on November 17 at the Aintree Food & Wine Co. between 5.30pm and 6.30pm. Details: Aintreefc@hotmail.com or https:// www.facebook.com/AintreeFC Tara Murray Charlie is one of the kids who will play for Aintree. (Supplied)

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Burnside Springs talented youngsters.

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‘Itching’ to hit the turf By Tara Murray Burnside Springs United is itching to make its Victorian Turf Cricket Association debut. With its top sides having changed competitions in the off season, United has been waiting for the start of the season more than most. The first four weekends of play were called off, and the fifth day of play which was scheduled for Saturday, after deadline, was up in the air after more rain last week. As of Thursday morning, no decision had been made on the state of play. United vice-president Dave Gardner said it had been a bit of a challenge keeping everyone up and ready to go. “We are ready to go,” he said. “The weather has had a pretty negative turn in us starting playing turd cricket in juniors and seniors as well. “We don’t know when we’ll start yet. We’ve tried to find ways to keep everyone excited about the start of the season.

“We’ve tried to find ways to keep everyone entertained so when we get out there we are ready to go.” Gardner said they were happy with the squad they had put together this season. Tim Stephens joins the club as a playing assistant coach. He has played with Essendon, Strathmore and Aberfeldie, having been involved in eight senior premierships. Matty Knights comes to the club from Benalla, having moved to Melbourne to study. Both are the set to play key roles this season. “We’ve had a couple of juniors come in as well,” Gardner said. “It’s really exciting and we’re keen to see how everyone goes once on the park and being able to perform.” Gardner said with a lot of unknowns being in a new competition, they would look to use this year as a good starting point. The side is playing in division 5 and will play the likes of the nearby Melton Centrals and Melton South Royals. “In terms of expectation it’s unknown as

we’ve never played these teams before,” he said. “We’ll see what we can do and hopefully get some wins and use this year as a learning experience.” The club’s top women’s side has also made the move to turf in an exciting move for the side. Gardner said there was a real mix of old and new faces in that side who were looking forward to the new challenge. Heading into the weekend’s match, that side was yet to play with round one the previous weekend being washed out. Gardner said having made the move to turf, it was hopefully the start of good things to come. “Hopefully we’ll be a destination club in the next two to three years,” he said. “The new ground is being developed in Burnside Heights. In a couple of seasons hopefully we’re a destination club and that people are getting excited about coming to.” United’s top side was set to face the Melton Centrals, while their women’s side was set to face Aberfeldie, both after deadline.

Several Gisborne and District Cricket Association young guns have been selected in the Central Highlands team for the under-16 male Youth Premier League squad. The squad contains the best players from the region and will compete against the best players in the state at the YPL in December in Hamilton. The competition is a key competition in the Cricket Victoria pathway system. The Highlanders will be looking to go back-to-back having won last season’s title, beating the Breakers in the grand final. Woodend’s Callum Large, Macedon’s Joe Barham, Gisborne’s Riley Leedham, Bacchus Marsh’s Aussie McIlwaine and Wallan’s Hamish Mulavey-Clark have all been selected in the squad. Large and McIIwaine were part of the Highlanders under-15 all star series last year, while all five are making their YPL under-16 debuts. Former Gisborne player Lachlan Hay, who now plays with Footscray in the Victorian Premier Cricket competition, is also in the squad. Hay was part of the winning YPL side last season taking four wickets and averaging 13 with the bat. Ballan’s Jack Jarvis is another who has earned back-to-back selection in the squad. Jarvis took eight wickets in the championship run and will again we a keep player. Delacombe VRI’s Zane Attard, Northcote’s Aaryan Sharma, Brown Hill’s Lincoln Koliba, Fitzroy’s Nirmana Fernando, Wendouree’s Cameron Jenkins and Golden Point’s Darcy Aitken round out the squad. The under-15 girls YPL will be held in January with the team for that still to be announced. Tara Murray

Central Highlanders winning team from 2021. (Supplied)

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Bacchus Marsh Lions are aiming for consistency Bacchus Marsh Lions believe they aren’t that far away in the Basketball Victoria Country Basketball League women’s north-west. The Lions, who had a bye at the weekend, have one win from their first from their first three matches. Lions coach Grace Bibby said ideally they would have liked to have played on the weekend with it being such a short season. “We have had one of the toughest starts to the season,” she said. “We’ve played both Maryborough and Bendigo already. I think we’re still in a good spot.. “I’m reasonably confident in the basketball that we put out.” Bibby said they had shown some good signs against both the Blazers and Braves. She said it was a case of being able to play that basketball for a full four quarters. “We’ve competed for a quarter here and there against Maryborough and Bendigo,” she said. “We need to do it for four quarters. It’s a bit of our fitness and maintaining the stamina for

the full four quarters. “Being able to have the tempo to show our game.” Bibby said everyone was on the same page with what they wanted to create at the club, now it was about building on it. She said she had been really impressed by younger player Ella Thomson in her first season and development player Ella Bradbury, who was getting plenty of minutes. Bibby said they had some younger players and players who were a bit older, but were missing that age group in the middle. The Lions’ men’s side also had a bye on the weekend. The team is without a win so far. Bibby said before the weekend that the two sides would have lunch together with no games. “They’ve been doing it really tough,” she said. “Rob [Tomczyk] is doing a great job. We lost a lot of talent with Melton now having a team. “I don’t think a win is far away from them.” Both Lions teams are on the road this week, facing both the Mildura Heat and Swan Hill

Flyers. Meanwhile, the Melton Thoroughbreds men’s side remains undefeated. On Saturday night, the Thoroughbreds beat the Maryborough Blazers, 83-65. Blake Allison top scored with 21 points, while his brother Liam Allison chipped in with 18 points. The Thoroughbreds’ women’s side suffered a second straight loss, losing to the Maryborough Lady Blazers, 89-76. Jessica Kivimets top scored with 23 points for the Thoroughbreds. Tara Murray

Rebecca Marshall

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Sports shorts Bowls Bacchus Marsh came away with just one point from its Bowls Victoria weekend pennant division 1, section 4 match with Parkdale. Hoping to return to the winners list, Bacchus Marsh lost 89 (17)-70 (1). Bacchus Marsh sits ninth after three rounds, one of three teams without a win. In division 2, section 2, Melton defeated Brunswick 99 (18)-62 (0). Anthony Briggs’ rink was the pick on the day, winning 34-8. Melton sits second after three rounds.

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Nicolas Milanovic scored in the first half.

Ritchie Hinton has been appointed the Western Region Football League’s new chief executive. Originally a qualified lawyer in the United Kingdom, Hinton has spent the last 16 years working in the Victorian and wider Australian and international sports industries. “Ritchie has a passion for using sport as a tool for social cohesion and improving physical and mental health outcomes for its participants,” the league said in the announcement. “Ritchie is a western suburbs local, having lived in the area since arriving from the UK and has been involved at a grassroots level with his local football and cricket clubs as a coach and parent volunteer.

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United falls short again By Tara Murray Western United coach John Aloisi voiced his frustration at inconsistent refereeing following his side’s 4-2 loss to the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League on Saturday. United led the encounter 2-0 at half time after goals to Nicolas Milanovic and Connor Pain had them in control. A red card early in the second half to Nikolai Topor-Stanley for a dangerous tackle left United with 10 men for the rest of the game. The Mariners pounced, scoring four second half goals to come away with the 4-2 win, leaving United win less after the first four rounds. Aloisi said he was unsure whether they would appeal Topor-Stanley’s red card, but said a similar incident earlier in the game against Marco Tulio had gone unpunished. “What I don’t understand is the Tulio challenge on one of our players in the first half,” he said. “No attempt to play the ball and the studs

are up and above his knee and there wasn’t even a yellow card. “That’s where I get frustrated. We were comfortable with two-nil we were away from home and they weren’t really creating much. “The biggest negative for me was the inconsistency from the referring … yes I have to look at myself and I have to look at my players, but I can’t understand how they can get something so different when it’s a similar challenge.” While frustrated at the refereeing, Aloisi said his players should have been better in the second half. Having been 2-0 up, he said they should have been able to do enough to come away with the points. “The red card changed the game,” he said. “It doesn’t mean we accept that, we have to be more resilient with 10 men. “Show that bit of resilience that we’ve lacked a little bit so far. It hasn’t been the best start for us.

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“We have to roll up our sleeves and show character and show what we are capable of doing and we’ve got two games before the break, turn the season around.” Aloisi said the frustration at the refereeing reflected in the way they played in the second half. He said they have to focus on their game and make sure that they defend better and be better with the ball. “Those individual battles that we lost, where we usually defend better or we normally do better, was unlike our players,” he said. “We’re down to 10 men that it is going to be hard, we were two goals in front you should still be able to back ups against the wall, no problem, and show that resilience.” Aloisi said there were no fresh injuries out of the game. James Troisi was ruled out during the week due to a calf strain. Aloisi said they were hopeful of getting a few players back for their match with Adelaide United on Sunday.

Ballarat FL Brett Faulkhead is the new coach of Darley’s women’s football side. The Ballarat Football League grand finalists announced that the experienced Faulkhead would step into the role having previously been involved at Bacchus Marsh in a number of different roles. “I really enjoy the teaching side. If I can pass on things I have learnt and develop players with skills whilst at the same time bringing enjoyment to the team then I am satisfied that I have achieved that task,” he said.

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Frustration builds as rain thwarts cricket again The waiting game continues for cricketers across Melbourne’s north-west with rain and unplayable grounds playing havoc and it could go on another couple of weeks in some competitions. Competitions across Melbourne’s north-west cancelled all games, men’s, women’s and juniors, at the weekend after heavy rain last week leaving many grounds unplayable. For many competitions, including the Victorian Turf and Victorian Sub-District cricket associations, it’s the fifth straight week play has been cancelled. The Gisborne and District Cricket Association have had one round of women’s matches, but no men’s. The Ballarat Cricket Association has had two rounds of play in its top grade. Victorian Turf Cricket Association president Zoran Havranek said it could be

another two or three weeks before they get play due to more rain predicted and the number of grounds out of action. “It’s not just us, it’s every local association going through the same battle,” he said. “It’s one of those things that is out of our control. “We have 15 grounds out of action. Playing on turf is very different from hard wicket. “Many of the grounds are water logged. Many can’t get equipment on the grounds. “I don’t even feel like we get on in the next two or three weeks.” Havranek said some of the grounds impacted by the Maribyrnong River flooding might not be usable until December He said with different bases on the grounds, clay based in the north and more sand in the west, was another thing they had to take into consideration. With four days already lost, with the fifth

rescheduled, some players and supporters on social media have called for the fixture to change. Havranek said that was something they were considering/. “We’ll put it out to the clubs and let them decide,” he said. “The clubs are our members and they are the ones closer to the players.” Havranek said he understood players were frustrated. After two years of COVID-19 impacting cricket, he said this is another blow for local clubs. “It can be a bit disheartening,” he said. “Everyone is ready to go and excited about playing in whites and playing with the red ball. “For the wider community, sport is something that draws people together.” The Victorian Sub-District Cricket

Association made the call to change its fixture before the latest wash out. All games before Christmas are now one-dayers. “The feedback received from clubs since the washout on Saturday is, whilst all clubs would like to play two-day cricket, the clear majority want to play the 15 rounds,” VSDCA secretary Ken Hilton said. “Club representatives feel it is important that we endeavour to achieve this if we can. “The original fixture had first and second XI playing a mix of one and two day games ( nine rounds) up to the Christmas-New Year break. The board has decided that we still retain the nine rounds but convert them all to one-day games.” Tara Murray

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Ladies In Red’s big win By Tim O’Connor The time-honoured Miracle Mile was revealed as one of Ladies In Red’s big major targets after her dominant victory in Saturday night’s Benstud Standardbreds Queen Of The Pacific (2760m). The Emma Stewart-trained superstar added a sixth Group 1 success to her resume by triumphing in the third and final leg of the Elizabeth Clarke Mares Triple Crown at Melton. The result took the mighty mare’s career record to 21 wins from 26 starts and lifted her prizemoney earnings up over $860,000. Most had New South Wales visitor Braeview Kelly finding the lead from barrier five and that’s how it panned out, but few would have expected Stewart-trained Tough Tilly to land a place in behind her on the pegs from barrier six. When this happened, David Moran decided to roll forward from the back row with Ladies In Red, and was allowed to glide to the front by

Braeview Kelly’s driver Anthony Butt. And from there, the race was in the daughter of Mach Three’s keeping. She controlled the speed from the lead before ripping home in slashing final sections of 27.7sec and 27.8sec to score a convincing 4.4m victory over Tough Tilly. Speaking post-race, Stewart said owners Bill and Anne Anderson had shown interest in sending Ladies In Red towards the $1million sprint at Menangle in March next year. “I know Bill and Anne are quite keen to have a crack at the Miracle Mile, so that’s probably our main target,” Stewart said. “She’ll just keep trialling and we might pick a race here and there, but it’s really exciting to have her going forward to the Miracle Mile.” Stewart said she was “very proud” of Ladies In Red, who has been forced to do it tough in many of her recent starts due to second row draws. “She hasn’t been able to find the front in any of her races lately, so it’s been awfully hard for her,” Stewart said. “When she found the front, she was always

going to be hard to beat. “Her work this week had been super and she was feeling pretty good before the race.” Ladies In Red also secured a $10,000 bonus for connections with her overall win in the Elizabeth Clarke Mares Triple Crown series. She topped the leaderboard after a second placing in The Make Mine Cullen (October 8), and with her victories in the Angelique Club Pace (October 21) and Queen Of The Pacific. Saturday night was a huge one for Stewart and her team, which prepared Hector, Khafaji, Techys Watching and Act Now – who claimed the Group 2 Catanach’s Jewellers 4YO and 5YO Championship – to prevail on the Tabcorp Park card. And making the evening even better was Major Delight’s Group 1 triumph in the NSW Breeders Challenge 2YO Fillies Final at Menangle. Mark Pitt made the trip interstate to drive the juvenile pacer, who made it six wins from six starts with a death seat success in the $150,000 feature.

Caroline Springs is on the hunt for a new coach after Brodie Holland accepted a Victorian Football League coaching job. The Lakers announced on Friday night that Holland had joined the Northern Bullants as their senior coach for next season. “Caroline Springs Football Club would like to congratulate Brodie Holland on his appointment to senior coach for the Northern Bullants VFL team,” president Terry Azzopardi said in a social media post. “Brodie commenced with Caroline Springs in 2018 and over the last five years has worked diligently to build a side that is now ultra-competitive and pressing for the ultimate success in the premier division of the Western Region Football League. “We would sincerely like to thank Brodie for his time with us and his commitment to the role, and our club, and wish him every success as he makes the step up from local football into the VFL.” Under Holland, the club made finals for the first time this season. They won their first minor premiership before being knocked out of the finals in straight sets. Football manager Marc Raak said after they were knocked out of the finals that this year was something to be proud of and a season they would use to build for the future with a core young group. Holland had previously coached Maribyrnong Park to two premierships in the Essendon District Football League before coaching the Lakers. Azzopardi said the process to appoint their next senior coach has commenced and they will communicate with members in due course. Tara Murray

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