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Pretty, pink and painful “It certainly impacts just casual, everyday living, almost everything you touch will have those fibres on it.” Mr McIntyre said even going out to water the plants in the garden leads to misery. “If there’s a fibre on the hose, you’ve suddenly got it in your finger,” he said. “We have to get tweezers and a torch even to find it in the middle of the day, and you can get multiple of them, not just one.” While the fibres aren’t noxious, and Mr McIntyre said they won’t kill him, he believes

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the tree is “really inappropriate” and is calling on Wyndham council to replace them in public areas. Wyndham council director city operations Stephen Thorpe said the council assesses each request to remove a tree in a street or park on an individual basis. “Council does not have a targeted program in place to remove and replace existing Lagunaria [Norfolk Island Hibiscus] trees,” Mr Thorpe said. “A relatively small number of Lagunaria patersonia trees grow in Wyndham City parks

and streets. “They are typically found in the older, more established areas of Wyndham, including in Chirnside and Kelly Parks. “This tree species is not on council’s approved street tree matrix and they are not being planted in any streets or parks.” B&B Tree Services arborist Michael Blythe said the trees were an issue 15 years ago. “They are a problem tree, they [also] create breathing problems,” he said. “I don’t think there should be any place for them in public areas.”

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The flowers on the Norfolk Island Hibiscus tree are pretty, pink and an absolute pain for Werribee resident Daiman McIntyre. Nicknamed the “invisible prick” by Mr McIntyre and his children, the tree grows hairy, oval shaped pods that eventually bloom into flowers. “It does look nice, but unfortunately the pods that it creates have this fine fibre in it. They end up in your skin,” he said. “It’s quite a sharp pain, it’s almost pin prick type because it’s so small.

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Call to expand FlexiRide service Wyndham mayor Susan McIntyre is calling on the state government to expand its FlexiRide operations across the municipality following the success of the Tarneit North service. The on-demand bus service has no fixed route and only operates when booked by passengers, who can use the app to book a trip from their nearest physical or virtual bus stop and travel to or from a number of designated options in Tarneit, including Tarneit Station, Tarneit Central Shopping Centre, and four schools. Councillor McIntyre said she strongly

encourages the state government to continue the trial, and rollout additional services. “As mayor, residents raise with me the need for improved access to public transport regularly,“ Cr McIntyre said. “According to the statistics available to council, since the service commenced in October 2022, on average between 210-220 rides are occurring each day, or a total of over 1200 per week.” Transport service CDC Victoria, who provides the service, recently announced on

Facebook that of the eight FlexiRide services in the state, Tarneit North was the most successful. “We have been operating five FlexiRide buses in Tarneit North since October last year. Our buses have carried over 17,000 passengers in the first 90 days of operation with 90 per cent; of passengers giving our service a five-star rating,“ CDC Victoria wrote in the post. Cr McIntyre said in recent meetings with Tarneit MP Dylan Wight and Laverton MP Sarah Connolly, she congratulated them on

the service and sought support to have the service branched out to reach other residents. A state government spokesperson said the government is looking at ways to improve the public transport network across the state, including in the south western suburbs. “We are currently looking at the FlexiRide service model to determine what parts of the network it provides the best customer experience, is viable and helps people get where they need to go at the times they need to travel,“ the spokesperson said.

Making strategic moves Manor Lake’s Agasthya has been crowned the winner of the municipality’s Junior Chess Tournament. Hosted by Wyndham Libraries at Point Cook Library in January, Agasthya played alongside 31 other participants aged between 8 and 13. Agasthya has been playing chess since he was five and enjoys the challenge of the game and the problem-solving skills that develop when under pressure. Wyndham council’s learning city portfolio holder Jasmine Hill said it was wonderful to watch the participants test their chess techniques against each other. “I’m pleased we’ve been able to run the competition face-to-face for the first time since 2019,” Cr Hill said. “Young people will also have an opportunity to compete in the Teen Chess Simul later this year. “Wyndham city council is committed to

providing life-long learning opportunities for young people in our community that encourage and foster skill development such as the Junior Chess tournament.” Runners-up were 10 year-olds Ilyas and Shrevin. Point Cook Library runs All Ages Chess during the school term on Tuesdays between 4-5pm for beginners and experienced players. Details: https://bit.ly/3ITApWf

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Let’s talk about learning English Brownyen Hickman can still recall the events that lead to her beginning her free English support group, Let’s Talk. It was about eight years ago, when newly arrived immigrants came to the Werribee Church of Christ looking for help. “They had [just gotten a flat] but they had nothing, no bedding, no furniture, no saucepans, nothing,” Ms Hickman said. “Their English wasn’t very good, but they saw that we were a church and thought it could be a good place to get help.” The community got together and donated the bits and pieces needed to transform the men’s flat into a new home. At the time, Ms Hickman had five family members from overseas living in her house, and while she wasn’t able to donate tangible items, she could help with something else. “I thought at least I can help them with English, and I went to their flat and helped them several times,” she said. “I started looking around for materials to help, I’m a trained English teacher, but some people are trained in teaching

English as a second language, and I didn’t have the resources.” Ms Hickman said she’s seen the benefit Let’s Talk provides, and she has recently began promoting the group at local primary schools. “Once we started, then we just kept finding people who needed to come, we began with Saturday morning sessions with about 10-15 people and we would try to break them into groups of ones who could speak really well, and ones that were just beginners,” she said. “We’ve discovered that quite a few families rely on primary school aged children to come and help them translate.” Ms Hickman said the group runs on a Saturday from 10-11:30am at 200 Tarneit Road, Werribee. “Although we hold the classes in a church building, we make no attempt to push religion in anyway, it’s open to people of any faith,” she said. Details: 97492510 Fatima Halloum

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Dog attack victim wants action Amelia Hermawan never had a reason to think she wasn’t safe on one of her daily walks with her Australian Shepherd, named Kylo. Their park of choice on February 15 was Gramercy Boulevard Playground, Kylo trotted ahead on his lead, and the two enjoyed their evening stroll, before they were attacked. Ms Hermawan said the attack was unprompted and vicious, they didn’t see or hear the other dog advance, but the force of the animal’s jump was so strong, it knocked her to the ground. “He went straight at my dog’s face, and started biting, his neck, his side and his underside,” she said. “I tried to intervene but I was tangled up.” By the time Ms Hermawan was able to free

herself, the people responsible for the dog had pulled him away. Rushing to the vet, Kylo was found to have multiple punctures, lacerations, needed four staples and had lots of bruising. Ms Hermawan said she provided Wyndham council with all the photos and proof that she had, but when she spoke to a council ranger, all they could tell her was the dog would be moved to a different neighbourhood. “I don’t want the dog to be put down, that’s the last thing that I want,” she said. Ms Hermawan said she “wants council to do something” about the situation, and for other dog owners who have been victim to dog attacks be kept in the loop about the outcome of their incidents too. “How are we supposed to know if [penalties

are] actually [being given]?,” she said. Wyndham council’s community amenity local law states that a person keeping a dog must ensure that the dog does not behave in an offensive or threatening matter by physically striking, biting, chewing or jumping at any person or other animal beyond the boundary fence of the land on which it is kept. Ms Hermawan said she also wants the dog to be classified as ‘dangerous’, or ‘menacing’ which would mean the owner would need to display a warning sign at all entrances to the premises where the dog is kept, warning them that a menacing dog is present. Under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, councils in Victoria can declare a dog to be menacing if the animal causes a non serious bite injury to a person or animal, or if it rushes

at or chases a person. Wyndham council’s city operations director Stephen Thorpe said council officers had received information about a recent dog attack in Point Cook. “As the matter is still under investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment on the circumstances of this incident,” Mr Thorpe said. “Generally, in response to dog attacks, Wyndham city officers use a variety of enforcement measures depending on the severity and circumstances of each individual incident. “These can range from setting an animal management plan, infringements or legal proceedings against the owner.”

Show honours ‘Baba’ One minute Joshua Ladgrove was a multi-award-winning performer, the next he was caring for his 97-year-old Ukranian grandmother he calls ‘baba’. Raised in Wyndham, Ladgrove will perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF). His performance, Baba, will feature stories from when he cared for his grandmother between February 2020 and August 2022. Ladgrove became his baba’s carer during the COVID-19 lockdowns, when the MICF was cancelled. “I was effectively in complete isolation with her for the better part of the last [two and a half] years until her death,“ he said. “After delivering the eulogy at baba’s

funeral, it dawned on me that there’s so much I wanted to say about her extraordinary life, from being a forced worker in Germany during [World War II], to making a new life in Australia, to becoming a great-grandmother’. Ladgrove has performed regularly as a crowd favourite at the Sydney Comedy Store, Melbourne Fringe, Melbourne Comedy Festival and Edinburgh Fringe. ‘Baba’ is a co-creation between Ladgrove and Jason Marion. Ladgrove will perform at the Melbourne Town Hall’s Backstage Room from March 30 until April 23 at 9pm. Details: https://bit.ly/41qNOMB Joshua Ladgrove will perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. (Bec Petraitis)

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Car rally to tackle cancer Last May, Brendan Andrew and his wife Carmen travelled just over 6500 kilometres through the rugged Aussie outback to raise money for charity, and this year the Werribee couple are gearing up to do it all over again. The annual Shitbox Rally encourages two-person teams to fundraise $5000 for the Cancer Council. Teams then hit the road, following a specific route, driving in cars worth no more than $1500. Mr Andrew said this year’s trip will begin in Newcastle and will end in Townsville. “We’re doing it in the same car as last year, Olaf survived the journey, [but] not fully intact,” Mr Andrew said. “We’ve raised just over $6000 for the Cancer Council and we’ve still got a

couple of fundraisers.” On March 18, Mr and Mrs Andrew will host a barbecue outside Bunnings Tarneit. “[We need] people supporting these things cause it does make difference, I know that first hand, I’ve seen what it can do,” he said. “It’s an incredible thing we do, any support we can get is appreciated.” Mr Andrew previously told Star Weekly he believes most people will know someone impacted by cancer. “Carmen has had breast cancer, so we’re affected directly that way,” he said. Mr Andrew said the couple still had a little bit of work left to do on the car before it can be deemed ready to go, and while he hopes Olaf can make it through this year’s rally, the outcome is all part of the adventure.

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Girls arrested Police have arrested three people including a 17 year-old Werribee girl after an allegedly stolen car was dumped in Hoppers Crossing on Wednesday, February 22. Officers first saw the vehicle driving along Bulban Road, Werribee, about 9.35pm, the car sped off before Air Wing tracked the vehicle to McKellar Avenue, Hoppers Crossing, where the car was dumped and four females ran from the vehicle and three were subsequently arrested. The Werribee girl will appear at a children’s court at a later date.

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Learn to skate If you’ve ever wanted the opportunity to channel your inner Tony Hawk, the All Aboard Skateboarding Sessions are your chance to do just that. Held on Thursday from 4.30-6pm at Werribee Skate Park, YMCA Action Sports operations co-ordinator Harrison Sealey said the All Aboard programs are free skateboarding workshops aimed at all ages and skill levels. “We pride ourselves on being inclusive and accessible in order to give young people the opportunity to learn and build skills in skateboarding,”Mr Sealey. “The All Aboard programs offer young

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Independent lifelong learners at Hoppers Crossing SC Hoppers Crossing Secondary College is a dynamic school, where students are presented with boundless opportunities throughout their schooling journey. We place great emphasis on developing innovative and challenging educational programs for students of all abilities and we are totally committed to continuing to improve the life and education of each student enrolled at Hoppers Crossing Secondary College. Our goal is to see each student become a happy, self-confident, and knowledgeable lifelong learner who can demonstrate independence and a sense of career direction. Ultimately we want to see each growing as a worthy, contributing member of our community. At the college we develop students who are competing at the highest levels possible in the state across a range of areas. We offer a range of programs catering to students looking to excel academically and foster a growth mindset focused on continuous improvement. We are proud to acknowledge our year 12 graduates, who consistently achieve study scores of 40-plus and ATAR scores over 90, giving them access to a range of career pathways and tertiary education options. In addition to this, each year the college has a number of students who choose to access a university course while completing their year 12 studies. Outside the classroom, students are offered a range of opportunities including, but not limited to, performing arts where our students have been nationally praised for their skill and professionalism. Winning countless awards at the Wakakirri Performing Arts event is testament to the dedication and talent of our staff and students.

The college develops students who are competing at the highest levels possible in the state across a range of areas.

The school wants to see each student grow as a worthy, contributing community member.

Leadership qualities evident in Hoppers Crossing Secondary College students are cultivated with successful contributions to many events, from local youth forums and public speaking programs to interschool debating and State Youth Parliament events. The vibrant sporting program offers the chance for students to compete in a wide range of sports,with individuals and teams representing the college and achieving success at regional and state levels.

In November 2020, we received confirmation from Sarah Connolly, then state member for Tarneit, that the school would be receiving $10 million in funding in the state budget to assist with the re-modernisation of the college. We have developed a school master plan and stage one of those works – a new competition-grade gymnasium with retractable seating for 300 as well as a retractable stage – started this year.

This wonderful news is recognition of the great work that has been achieved at the college over the past few years and we are so pleased that our students will benefit from this injection of funding. To find out more about our college, I invite you to attend one of our open days or view our virtual open day tour on our website. Keith Halge, college principal

2023 Open Days Tour & Information Sessions Tuesday, 7th March 6:00pm & 7:00pm and

Sunday, 7th May 10:00am & 11:00am

To book a tour: follow the link https://www.trybooking.com/CCLBK visit www.hopcross.vic.edu.au or scan the QR code

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Have a say on Tarneit centre Wyndham council has released the Tarneit Major Town Centre Urban Design Framework for community feedback. The design of the Major Town Centre is divided into nine areas that have their own character and purpose. These include: • A town core, consisting of a retail and entertainment area that will include a town square, retail, restaurants, cinema and higher density housing in the long term; • A civic north focus for indoor recreation, civic and public uses such as a major community centre; • A civic south which will include the potential for a Performing Arts complex, a park and potential for a major TAFE complex; • A health precinct for a potential hospital, medical and allied health services and emergency services for the wider Wyndham community; • Business Park Located closer to Tarneit Train Station, the area will include multi- storey buildings of mixed use with an emphasis on business and residential uses; • A northern area, which will provide a high quality interface with the creek, along which to locate art/sculptural elements that reference Aboriginal Cultural Heritage values, green corridors and pathways; • A creek junction where Skeleton and Dry creeks will be enjoyed with bike paths connecting to residential areas, and open spaces that have play/active equipment;

• A central park that links to the creeks and acts as a buffer to the town core and residential areas; and • Transit villages which will consist of a mix of housing such as residential aged care, multi-storey apartments and town houses connecting to the future train station. Wyndham councillor and city design portfolio holder Josh Gilligan said the framework celebrated the opportunities that the future Tarneit Major Town Centre could offer. “The framework will help to ensure the town centre meets the needs of the growing population in Tarneit, with the centre ultimately providing a capacity for 8,000 jobs and a home to more than 10,000 people,” he said. “It takes the area from vacant to vibrant and it will guide growth that will see Tarneit become as bustling as Werribee which is also a Major Town Centre.” The framework will be a guide for staged development in the area and for attracting investment over the next 30 years. The Major Town Centre has an area of over 73 hectares next to the existing Tarneit Train Station. Details: tarneitudf@wyndham.vic.gov. au or https://theloop.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ tarneitudf

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Wyndham council will host a free Volunteer Expo on Saturday, March 18 between 10am to 2pm at Encore Events Centre. Council said the expo will feature a range of volunteer-involving organisations across all sectors and there will be people from community groups and organisations to provide information, answer questions and have a chat about volunteer positions on offer. Wyndham mayor Susan McIntyre said volunteering brings people together, builds communities and creates a better society for everyone. “Wyndham city is encouraging anyone who has thought of volunteering to come along to the Volunteer Expo and explore the opportunities that are available in your local community,” she said. “Come and meet your local community groups and not-for-profit organisations who

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need your help.“ Council said people attending can really tailor their potential to be a volunteer to their background, strengths, interests and hobbies, and will gain a variety of benefits in the process. “Volunteering has many benefits and is a great way to get involved in the local community, build social connections, make a difference, learn new skills and can be a pathway to employment,“ Cr McIntyre said. Last year’s Volunteer Expo showcased 44 volunteer groups working in the municipality. More than 300 attendees visited the Encore Event Centre to peruse the volunteer options available, ranging from emergency services to sporting clubs. Details: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ wyndham-volunteer-expo

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Noah challenges expectations Noah Barlow is determined to speak up for young people with disabilities and make sure they are seen and heard. Liam McNally spoke with Moorabool’s remarkable Young Citizen of the Year.

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feel it is time for everyone to lift our expectations of what we think people with a disability can do, because it’s always more than you think.” This was 12-year-old Noah Barlow’s call to action as he addressed an audience of community members, councillors, as well as state and federal MPs during his speech accepting the Moorabool Young Citizen of the Year Award on January 26. Noah said he “can’t even describe” how “awesome it felt to be recognised”. “But, I feel like we’re just getting started. There’s so much more we can do as a community to make things better for people with disabilities,” he said. In his speech Noah said he finds himself being “underestimated a lot of the time”, that people “see the wheels and think that I can’t do”. It doesn’t take much interacting with Noah to know that he is not to be underestimated.

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- Noah Barlow A quick conversation demonstrates more energy, intelligence, and cheek than the majority of 12-year-olds in their first year of high school, along with the self assuredness of someone who has had to “fight for, or find a way to do things differently that most people take for granted”. Some of his favourite things are Star Wars, LEGO and playing junior wheelchair AFL and basketball, but Noah has also grown up with what he called “a whole list of upgrades” – autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette syndrome and “the big one”, Mitochondrial disease. When he was seven, Noah was diagnosed with Mitochondrial disease complex 1, a rare genetic disorder that robs the body’s cells of energy. The diagnosis came with a life expectancy of just 10 years. The diagnosis hasn’t prevented the Bacchus Marsh boy from achieving more in his 12 years than most people do in a lifetime. Noah pours energy into projects that help others. He is the captain of Noah’s Ninja’s, a group of 68 locals, but nationally is 791 ninjas strong, who have raised more than $236,000 for the Mito Foundation through The Bloody Long Walk. He is the co-founder of Voices Podcast, in which children tell stories for other children in hospital so no child is left without a bedtime story. He has contributed to a book by television and radio personality Melissa Doyle, 15 Seconds of Brave: The Wisdom of Survivors, and has authored his own children’s book, Beryl the Ninja Chicken. Noah said that in all his endeavours, he wants to “help other kids like me to know that we can do anything with the right support.” Noah’s mother, Kat Barlow noticed his altruistic tendencies from a young age. “Noah was about five years old when he talked to another little kid, a stranger in a waiting room, there having an X-ray,” Ms Barlow remembered. 10 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 1 March, 2023

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“She went from being very upset to cruising into the room to take her ‘inside out photos’. “Having been through so much, he didn’t think twice about helping others and he never has.” Noah was also instrumental in setting up the first ever junior wheelchair AFL team, which began with a school assignment. At 10 years old, he and his classmates were assigned to write exposition pieces on why kids should play sports. Noah decided to write his on why “every child” should be able to play sport. In his exposition, Noah implored the AFL to set up a junior branch of the Victorian Wheelchair Football League (VWFL) that operates in the same way as Auskick, highlighting that 4.5 per cent, or 211,200 children in Australia have a disability. “That’s a lot of kids who don’t have the same access to sport as ordinary kids,” he said. “I wanted to be able to play in a kids’ team,

just like my mates do.” The article was posted on social media where it garnered a great deal of attention, including from Chris Henderson who plays for the Richmond wheelchair team. Last year, the AFL junior wheelchair league played its first season, in which Noah won the grand final for the Richmond Tigers. “It was exhilarating,” Noah said, “I loved it.” Noah was awarded the 2022 Robert-Rose foundation VWFL development medal for his efforts, and was invited to the Brownlow to receive his award. As resilient as Noah appears he concedes that living with mito “is very hard at times”. Late last year, Noah suffered his ninth stroke, which damaged his spinal cord, leaving him permanently using a wheelchair he previously only needed periodically. In the face of setbacks like this, Noah said he “just gets on with [his] life”. One of Noah’s biggest frustrations though, is living in a world he feels hasn’t been designed with people like him in mind. Ms Barlow said that in our society people “say a lot without actually saying anything” about people with disabilities. She gave examples of seeing places without ramps like schools or even the floor of parliament.

“If you don’t build a ramp, there’s an expectation that there’ll be no disabled people in that role,” she said. Since his award, Noah and his mum have been liaising with council, working towards making it more accessible for everyone. “They’ve been awesome,” Noah said, “They’ve always had great intentions.” Moorabool council community strengthening general manager Leigh McCallum said officers from the community development team met with the Barlow family recently to gain feedback on making events, programs, and public spaces more inclusive and accessible for people with disability. “Noah Barlow is an inspirational young person, and council is keen to look at opportunities for Noah to be involved in our planning for all abilities, particularly in his role as Young Citizen of the Year,” he said. Noah closed his Young Citizen of the Year speech by stating that “finding another way does make us different but different doesn’t mean we are less”. “Different just means we have to find our own way and as a community we can do even more to include people with disabilities in the conversation about how we can make sure everyone matters. Nothing about us without us,” he said. “Thank you to everyone who sees me for who I am, thank you to all those who keep helping people who are different and awesome. Thank you for this amazing award and I hope to keep working with Moorabool to make things even better for everyone.”

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State owned electricity solution By Sarah Connolly, Laverton MP Welcome back folks to Connolly’s Corner – my monthly article for Star Weekly where I talk about what the state governemt is delivering for our community in Melbourne’s west. If you’re old enough, you might remember back when Victoria owned the energy grid. We called it the State Electricity Commission. Then the Kennett government stepped in and sold it off in the 1990s, and Victorians have been paying the price ever since. Now I used to work in the energy sector for over a decade before I was elected to Parliament. Let me tell you that in my experience, prices only ever went up, and consumers weren’t getting anything better for it. We know that cost-of-living pressures are hitting households like never before. There’s no illusion in my mind that folks out there are doing it tough. Whether it’s the price of petrol or potatoes, everyone is feeling it somehow. But nothing hurts us all as much as the cost of our gas and electricity bills. This government has previously supported Victorian households to pay their power bills and keep prices low. It introduced the Victorian Default Offer, setting a market standard for power prices. And over the last two years, you’ve probably been told about the $250 Power Saving Bonus just from comparing providers. But perhaps the biggest thing being done to tackle the growing cost of power is by making more of our own. Because you may have heard last year that the Andrews government is bringing back the State Electricity Commission that was sold off all those years ago. Over $1 billion will be invested to deliver of 4.5 gigawatts of clean renewable energy – enough to replace the coal power station Loy Yang A, which recently announced it was

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shutting down operations. Over the next ten years, the SEC will compete alongside private enterprise in offering Victorians a cheaper, cleaner alternative, with all profits invested back into the system. Not only this, but combined with other renewable energy projects, the SEC will play a big role in transitioning our State to

reach our renewable energy targets of 65 per cent by 2030 and 95 per cent by 2035. And it’s not just good for the environment. Our economy will benefit by a massive $9.5 billion in GDP, and the SEC will create nearly 60,000 jobs over the next ten years, with the SEC Centre of Training Excellence to support 6000 trainees and apprentices to help

set up this incredible initiative. We all know that selling off the SEC in the 90s was a big mistake. This government is getting on with setting it right, bringing it back, and enshrining it in Victoria’s own constitution, to make sure it never gets sold off again

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Knot a bad day for superboats Crowds gathered along the marina at Wyndham Harbour to watch glimpes of the boats zoom by as they participated in round one the Offshore Superboat Championships on Saturday, February 25. Star Weekly photographer Jacob Pattison captured the action.

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Navigating new health services By Christopher Carter, chief executive, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network

GPRCs and PPCCs make it easier to access healthcare. (iStock)

and telehealth assessment, full respiratory testing, and immediate treatment. If you are confirmed as having COVID-19,

GPRC doctors can prescribe antiviral medications (if you meet the guidelines). This is really valuable, because for the antivirals to

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You may have noticed that it’s become harder to see a GP quickly in recent times, especially if you don’t have a regular doctor who knows you. Over the past year or so there have been new government-funded centres or clinics opening across our region to help everyone get the care they need, and that’s a good thing. What’s not so good, though, is that these new places have long names and it’s easy to get confused about what they do and when you should visit them or whether you should wait to see your regular GP. So let’s see if we can sort things out. There are some facilities called General Practice Respiratory Clinics or GPRCs dotted about the place – 15 of them in our western and northern suburbs. They are different from Priority Primary Care Centres, or PPCCs. There are five PPCCs in our region, with another three opening soon Before we get onto the differences between them, let’s look at what they have in common. The main quality they share is that they make it much easier for you or your family to seek and receive medical treatment. They are there to save you waiting days for an appointment with your GP, or hours at a hospital emergency department. GPRCs and PPCCs are open extended hours, you don’t need to book an appointment, and all treatments are free – even if you don’t have a Medicare card. So, which one should you go to for what? If you have mild respiratory symptoms and you need to see a GP or nurse, then a GPRC is the best place to go. They provide face-to-face

work it’s essential that you start taking them within a day or two of symptoms developing. PPCCs are there to treat serious, but nonlife-threatening, injuries or illnesses. These might be, for instance, suspected fractures and sprains, cuts, burns, mild to moderate infections, fevers, back pain, rashes or mild to moderate asthma attacks. PPCCs are staffed by GPs and nurses who specialise in urgent care. They will be able to treat you within a short period after you arrive – much faster than the heroic but overworked staff at your nearest emergency department, who have to deal with life-threatening cases first. Of course, if you turn out to be a lot sicker than you thought, every PPCC is in direct communication with a hospital and with Ambulance Victoria, so they can transfer you to higher levels of care very easily. PPCCs are also next to, or very nearby, all the other services you may need – such as x-rays and pathology – and will make sure you’re well looked after. The five priority primary care centres in our region are in Craigieburn, Maribyrnong, Moonee Ponds, Sunshine and Werribee. For more details, go to NWMPHN’s website: nwmphn.org.au/ppcc You can also to our website to find your nearest GPRC: www.nwmphn.org.au/gprcs Remember, too, that these are not your only options. If you’re stuck at home and you need to talk to a doctor urgently, you can also contact the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department at vved.org.au or, if you’re not sure what type of care you need, call Nurse-on-Call any time on 1300 60 60 24. And, even when you’re feeling well, it’s important to book in with your regular GP for check-ups and non-urgent health matters. I hope that helps!

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

Amateur radio club The Wyndham Amateur Radio Club will host the Amatuer Radio Community Event at the Italian Sports Club of Werribee, on March 5, from 10am-1pm. The group is also seeking people interested in electronics, computing and radio to join the group. The club holds regular night meetings on the first Friday of every month, and day meetings on the third Saturday of every month as well as conducting social events and field Days. WARC meets at the 2nd Werribee Scout Hall , 25 Muirhead Crescent, Werribee. n https://www.warc.asn.au/

Learning to relax IPC Health Hoppers Crossing campus will hold free workshops dedicated to teaching attendees how to effectively manage their stress. The group meets every Monday at 117-129 Warringa Crescent, Hoppers Crossing, from 1-2pm. The next session will be held on the February 27. n Sarah or Brodie, 1300 472 432

Friends of Presidents Park The Friends of Presidents Park meets from 10am to noon on the first Thursday of the month, to undertake Landcare activities along the Werribee River through the park and surrounding areas. Bring your own gloves and water. Morning tea provided. Meeting at the carpark near the Shaws Road Bridge, Heaths Road, near the fenced dog park. n admin@werribeeriver.org.au

Seniors House of Fun The Grange Community Centre would like to invite the seniors of Wyndham to its weekly Seniors House of Fun. This is a free program running every Friday 11am-12.30pm, at The Grange Community Centre, 260-280 Hogans Road, Hoppers Crossing. n Vanessa, 8742 800 or enquires@ grangecommunity.org.au

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Seniors club The Werribee Senior Citizens Club Inc meets at 80 Lonsdale Circuit, Hoppers Crossing. The group is open to all people 55-plus , and it runs on Wednesdays, 10am- noon. Entry: $2, includes morning tea. n 0403 041 499

Hoppers Crossing Ladies Probus The friendly and vibrant group meet at Hotel 520 on the second Wednesday of each month from 10am. They have a guest speaker each month as well as social lunches, outings and theatre trips. n 0407 856 519

U3A Werribee The group is a not-for-profit community organisation for semi-retired and retired Wyndham residents. They hold a variety of classes/activities specifically designed for Seniors, including, light physical and mental wellbeing sessions, arts, games and craft, and general classes such as current affairs, history and lunch groups. Most classes/activities are held at Wyndham Community Centres. n Rick, 0402 299 220.

Lions Club Lions Club of Werribee meets at the RSL Club 2a Synnot Street Werribee on the first and third Wednesday of the month 6.30pm for a 7pm dinner meeting. n Lou, 0409 331 271

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Monday, except public holidays. Eyes down from 12.30-2.30pm. n 9741 5525

Western Budgerigar Club The Western Suburbs Budgerigar Club meets at 7.30pm on the third Thursday of each month at Masonic Hall, 223 Watton Street, Werribee. Meet other members who are also passionate about breeding Budgerigars. n Don, 0414 975 862

Wyndham Ladies Probus Are you recently retired or semi-retired? Looking for fun, fellowship and to increase your social networks. The Ladies Probus Club of Wyndham meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Hotel520, Sayers Road, Tarneit, and normally has an outing or event on the third Wednesday of each month. n Rosa Sanderson, 0410 303 046

develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets at the Laverton Community Hub, 95-105 Railway Avenue, Laverton from 7-9.30pm. n Vimi Gaoneadry, 0411 530 944

Cherry Lake Market Set between Millers Road and the stunning Cherry Lake in Altona, this market has something for everyone. The market hosts more than 60 stalls selling plants, bric-a-brac, handcrafts, hot jam donuts, tools, clothing and much more. There is live music every month from the Cherry Lake Cultural Series, showcasing local musicians from across Hobsons Bay. From 9am to 1pm on the first Sunday of every month. Cherry Lake, Millers Road, Altona. n www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/ Whats-On/Altona Lions Club Cherry Lake Market or cherrylakemarket@gmail.com

Art workshops

Mercy Palliative Care is looking for volunteers to visit palliative care patients in their homes to offer social support. n 9313 5700 or MPCVolunteerCoordinators@mercy.com.au

The Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre presents MonArt. Workshops for people of all abilities facilitated by community art specialist Amanda Neville, Mondays 10am-11.30am. Cost: $5 casual fee each week. n admin@ljac.com.au, or 9398 2511

AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club

Woodcarving workshop

Would you like to develop confidence in communicating, competence with language and clarity in writing? AeroSpeakers Toastmasters Club would like to invite any and all residents to join them on the first and third Thursday of every month to help

Aimed at all levels of ability in the ancient and international craft of woodcarving. Women are welcome. Bring your own tools and projects if possible. Or do you have Grandpa’s old gouges to donate? On Tuesdays, 9.30am to noon, at 280 Queen

Palliative volunteers needed

Street, Altona. n jah2802rot@gmail.com

Heritage walks Enjoy a leisurely walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John. Walks start at 9.20 am each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre, Nelson Place. n John, 0418 377 336

Williamstown book sale Friends of Williamstown and Newport Libraries hold a book sale every second Saturday of each month 9.30-12.30. The book sale is held in Friends’ Room entrance from deck on Ferguson street. Cash only sales. n libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

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

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

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

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QUICK CROSSWORD Travelling bag (8) Cloth (6) Adhesive (5) From Oslo, eg (9) Sleeveless jacket (6) Neptune’s fork (7) Self-government (8) Chinese ethnicity (6) Uncommon event or item (6) Waterfall (8) Perfume (7) Man’s name (6) Pathological self-admirer (9) Herd (5) Long, angry speech (6) Fierce storms (8)

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Words of the same meaning (8) Common name for the US (7) Lift (5) Compile (9) Colloquial shortening of Protestant (4) Consensus (9) Making loud and confused noise (10) Song of praise (8) Drinking vessel (7) Animal track (5) Revise and correct (4) Finish (3,2) Headland (4)

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DOWN Ninth month (abb) (4) Examiner (9) Small inlet (5)

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

Today’s Aim: 16 words: Good 24 words: Very good

5 LETTERS ABLER ADAGE ADORE ATONE AVAIL AVERT BABES BEIGE BESET CACAO CACTI CANED COOEE CYCLE DELTA DENIM DONOR DOSES EAVES EDGES

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4 LETTERS ACHE DINE DIPS EVIL GEMS HISS IDOL POSE REST SALE SEES TACO WADE WIDE

7 LETTERS LEOTARD RENTING REPLICA RESTIVE VERSING VOLCANO

SLEWS STORM TEPEE TESTS TICKS TILDE TRILL WANTS WAVER

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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which sports brand did tennis star Roger Federer part ways with in 2018? 2. Where were the World Street Skateboarding championships held this year? 3. Which sport is Dave Bautista best known for?

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Kia Seltos is easy on the eye By Alistair Kennedy, Marque Motoring Seltos is the second smallest model in Kia’s SUV range, sitting above the compact Stonic and below the Sportage. It competes against vehicles such as the MG ZS, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30 and Mitsubishi ASX. Originally launched here in late 2019 Seltos received a major upgrade in November 2022 with exterior and interior changes, safety improvements, new tech features, plus extra power and a new transmission for the top-spec model. The changes do come at a price with increases of at least $2200 across the range, although they can probably be justified. As before Seltos is available in four grades: S, Sport, Sport+ and GT Line. All get the previous 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that drives the front wheels, while Sport+ and GT-Line are also available with a tweaked version of the 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine along with all-wheel drive.

Styling To our eyes Seltos is one of the best-looking vehicles in its class, with the chunky style that’s fashionable in current SUVs. There’s a large grille with mesh fill, an array of lights built to the side and stylish lower area that has a solid look thanks to the expansion at the corners. At the rear there’s a central light-bar across the top of the tail gate that expands the visual appearance of the Seltos. All models get alloy wheels, 16-inch with the Seltos S, 17-inch on the Sport and Sport+ and 18-inch under the GT-Line. Also standard are body-coloured folding side mirrors, roof rails and a rear spoiler. Only the GT-Line gets LED head and tail lights, the others have to make do with halogens. Other features specific to the GT-Line are a gloss black mech grille, satin silver beltline, powered tailgate and tilt and slide sunroof. There’s a good range of colours, with nine in total, including a couple of eye-catching two-tone finishes. 20 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 1 March, 2023

Engines / transmissions All four Seltos variants come with a four-cylinder 2.0-litre Atkinson cycle naturally-aspirated engine that’s carried over from the previous model. It produces 110 kW and 180 Nm at 4500 rpm coupled with a continuously variable transmission. Combined fuel consumption is listed at 6.9L/100km. So, no change there. The big improvement comes from the 1.6-litre turbo-petrol available with Sport+ and GT-Line where power increases 16 kW to 146 kW with an unchanged 265 Nm of torque. Claimed fuel consumption is 7.4L/100km. The previous dual-clutch automatic transmission mated to the 1.6 engine has been replaced by an eight-speed torque converter auto that supplies drive to all four wheels through an on-demand AWD system.

Safety Kia Seltos comes with an impressive list of advanced safety features including rear cross-traffic alert, lane keeping assist, blind spot collision avoidance, driver inattention alert, forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking, with impact-sensing automatic door unlocking. In addition, all models get downhill brake control, front and rear parking sensors and two Isofix child seat anchor points. Another very useful feature is Safe Exit Alert which warns if a vehicle is passing within a distance that could impact your doors.

Infotainment Entry-level Seltos S comes with an 8.0-inch LCD infotainment touchscreen in the centre of the dashboard and a 4.2-inch driver information screen behind the steering wheel. The set-up in the three other models is much more attractive and functional with a pair of 10.25-inch screens embedded within a single panel that dominates the centre of the dashboard.

The instrument panel can be configured to the driver’s taste to control or monitor numerous features. New to MY22 Seltos Sport, Sport+ and Gt-Line is Kia Connect, a smartphone-based system that offers a wide range of digital features including the ability to remotely lock and unlock doors, start the engine, activate and adjust air conditioning, set satellite navigation destinations and display vehicle diagnostic information. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard although, oddly enough, they are wireless in the Seltos S but wired in the three higher-spec’d models. Our contact at Kia Australia explains the absence of satnav in S allowed wireless charging to be fitted but prevented it in the others.

Driving Our test vehicle was the Seltos Sport+ with the 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and new eight-speed torque-convertor automatic. The first thing we noticed on take-off was how much smoother it was compared to the previous seven-speed dual-clutch system. The upgraded 146kW engine has plenty of punch with minimal turbo lag off the line. The steering feel is excellent and really does signal to the driver what is happening at the front of the car. Multiple changes of direction on a twisting country road are made with ease. It’s a neat little car to ride in and is generally as smooth and quiet as cars of this size around town. However, it creates quite a racket on some motorway concrete surfaces and isn’t overly happy on country roads that are in poor condition. As with all Kia models in Australia, the ride and handling characteristics of the car have been optimised to provide the experience Australian drivers have come to expect.

Summing up Kia has been steadily moving up the Australian sales ladder and now sits in a career-best third position. While it’s still relatively new, Seltos

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE S 2.0 FWD: $29,500 Sport 2.0 FWD: $32,700 Sport+ 2.0 FWD: $35,800 GT-Line 2.0 FWD: $41,500 Sport+ 1.6 AWD: $39,300 GT Line 1.6 AWD: $44,900 SPECIFICATIONS Kia Seltos GT-Line 1.6-litre turbo-petrol five-door wagon Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Kia dealer for drive-away prices.

already accounts for around 11 per cent of company sales. The recent refresher keeps it right up there with the best in a highly-competitive market segment.

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Development season for the Giants

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Werribee Giants fell just short against a finals contender in the Baseball Victoria summer league division 2 men’s competition on Sunday. After a 4-4 draw with St Kilda on Thursday night, the Giants faced Ormond Glenhuntly in the second last round of the season. Ormond Glenhuntly came away with the points in a 5-1 win, but Giants coach Andrew Christou said there were some positive signs for his side. “We played one of the top four teams,” he said. “We were right in the game until the seventh innings. “We fell away towards the back end. It was our best game for the last month.” The Giants sit in eighth spot with eight wins for the season. The side is already out of finals contention. Christou said while you’re always aiming for finals, they had still had a successful season even though they hadn’t made it. “It was a bit more of a development year,” he said. “We’ve got out of it what we wanted to get out of it.

“The younger guys got a bit more experience being around the playing group and making those friendships and learning the game a bit better.” All of the Giants senior men’s sides have missed finals this season, with Christou saying they had struggled to get the wins this season. The division 1 side will finish their season on Saturday against the Newport Rams. “Newport at Newport,” Christou said. “They’re playing for a finals position. They are an old rival and if we beat them we can finish on a high and end their season.” The Giants women’s side finished the regular season of the division 3 west competition in fourth spot. On Saturday, the Giants faced Alfredton 5-1 to seal their finals spot. They finished with 10 wins for the season. Tara Murray

Todd Lawrie is set to return to the Western Region Football League this season. A clearance has been put in for Lawrie to join Braybrook, having played with Talbot last year. Lawrie previously played for Tarneit and the Suns, winning two division 3 league best and fairest awards and four club best and fairest awards.

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The Victorian Netball League is set to expand next year as part of changes to the competition. Netball Victoria announced the new structure on Tuesday ahead of the next five-year licensing period for the competition, between 2024-2028. Up to 12 licenses will be offered, up from the current 10, including up to three outside of metropolitan Melbourne. The new-look VNL will also reduce from three to two divisions, championship and 23 and under aligning with all other state league competitions in Australia.

NPL Werribee City was on the wrong end of a hard fought contest against Preston Lions in the National Premier League 2 on Saturday. After encouraging signs in a round one draw, the Bees lost to the Lions 1-0. The Bees this week face Kingston City on Saturday afternoon. Meanwhile, Western United made it two from two on Saturday, beating Brunswick City. United opened the scoring in the first half, before Brunswick levelled the scores in the 71st minute. Max Bisetto scored for United in the 84th minute to give his side the 2-1 win.

CVWCCC A final round win for Werribee is enough to secure the Tigers a finals spot in the Cricket Victoria Women’s Community Cricket Shield 3 one-day competition. Facing top side Keilor, the Tigers made 6-156 off their overs. April Chaudhary top scored with 30 before being run out. The Tigers then bowled Keilor out for 146.

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Wyndham ready to play Wyndham is sticking with the squad that earned it title success in the Big V men’s state championship last season. Nine of the 10 championship players have returned this season, including both imports Kavione Green and Maurice Howard. Coach Lucas Allen said they felt the group still had a lot more to give and they wanted to reward those guys. “We felt that all of them had room to grow,” he said. “It was a successful program and we didn’t want to turn it over too much. “We’ve brought in two new players who are Wyndham locals as well and we’ve left one spot open to kind of rotate youth league guys through.” The two players Wyndham have brought in are both locals, who come through the junior system at the club. Solomon Deer returns to the club having played with Hume City Broncos last season before he got injured. Daniel Herbert also returns to the club,

wanting to join the club’s senior program. For Allen getting two more locals on board is equally what they were after. “A big part of what we’re about which we spoke about last year at the start of the season is representing what our Wyndham community is,” he said. “To have nine of the 11 guys from the Wyndham area, the only two not from the area are our important, but they’re both here for a second year, they’re becoming more local.” Allen said having most of last season’s squad back had made this pre-season a lot easier than 12 months ago. Allen missed the start of the pre-season due to his commitments with NBL side the South East Melbourne Phoenix. “Last year we started from scratch at the start of the season,” he said. “Last year and pre-season I had concerns about if we were going to win a game because of how far behind we’re starting.

“This year, we’ve got a base we’re starting from and we can kind of build on that, get deeper and teach more the technical details and build on what we already have got instead of trying to get a base in place.” Allen said they had spoken about being the hunted this year after winning the title, but it’s something that’s not completely foreign having been one of the best teams all year last season. Never completely happy with his side’s performance, Allen said they had more to give this season. “There’s still a lot of improvement on both sides of the court,” he said. “In defence we’re changing things up a little bit. I really wasn’t happy with probably at least the first half of the year defensively, it got better towards the end. “Offence there’s some things we can do a lot better particularly the way the ball moves.” Wyndham starts its season on March 19 against Keysborough.

It was mixed results for Point Cook’s two women’s team in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association semi finals. The division 3 side fell short against Moonee Valley. Moonee Valley made 4-128 before restricting Point Cook to 3-104. The division 4 side though is through to the grand final after beating Sanctuary Lakes 2. The Sharks made 3-121 with Point Cook making the runs with ease, finishing 1-123.

Coates Talent League The AFL has released the fixtures for the 2023 Coates Talent League boys and girls seasons. The 2023 season will feature a 17-round home-and-away fixture for both the boys and girls competitions. The Western Jets boys side will start their season against the Sydney Swans at Highgate Reserve on March 25. The girls side will have a bye in the first two rounds, before starting their season on April 1 against the Tasmania Devils. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Wyndham Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly Wednesday, 1 March, 2023 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY 21

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American Keane re-signs with Western United American star Hannah Keane isn’t going anywhere, with the star re-signing with Western United for next year’s A-League Women’s competition. The American attacker has been a star in her first season in the competition, hitting 10 goals in 13 matches and leading the golden boot race. Having acclimatised perfectly to her surroundings in the west, Keane said she is delighted to have signed on and is looking forward to continuing to strive for success. “I’m really pleased,” she said. “I’ve been really happy here, the club has been so welcoming. “It’s a great culture and I think I have a lot more invested in it being here from the beginning. “We can always do better and I just want to be involved in it, and I’m grateful the club wanted me too.” Keane added that her feeling of comfort at United has been significantly helped by the fans and the relationship that she has built with the supporter base.

Western United football general manager Mal Impiombato said that Keane’s on-field ability and her contribution to the team culture made her an essential player to re-sign. “We are delighted to be able to keep hold of Hannah Keane, the competition’s top goal scorer, for the next Liberty A-League season,” he said. “Away from just her quality on the pitch, Hannah has played a significant role in developing the culture of our inaugural women’s program and we look forward to her continual efforts in representing our club over the course of next season.” Keane joined United with a plethora of experience from the United States college system and throughout Europe, having played in the UEFA Women’s Champions League with Portuguese side Braga. Speaking before the season started, Keane said she had always been looking for a second chance in Australia after her first stint with Melbourne City got cut short without playing

a game. “I reached out to my old NPL [National Premier League] coach at Alamein from the last time I was here,” she told Star Weekly. “I asked if he knew any A-League coaches and whether he could give me some contact details so I could scope out interest. “He goes, ‘in five minutes Mark [Western United coach [Mark Torcaso] is going to call you’. He coached Calder United and he remembered me. “He gave me these spiel and it looked good and I thought I should give it a chance.” United was back in action on Sunday, after deadline, against the Newcastle Jets. Tara Murray

Hannah Keane has re-signed with Western United. (Joe Mastroianni) 309000_08

Big wins for United

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Cats’ fate in own hands By Tara Murray The equation is pretty simple for Hoppers Crossing in the final round of the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west. Win and the Cats play finals. Lose and the Cats will have to rely on the three other teams on the same amount of points losing. Cats captain-coach Simon Lambert knows they have made things harder than they should be in the run home. “We have to win to play finals,” he said. “A win yesterday would have made life easier, but such as life. We still have our fate in our hands which was a positive.” The Cats had a tough day in the field against Croydon on Saturday as they looked to defend 244 made on day one. Lambert said they would have been happy with 250, so their score was just below what they had been aiming for. Croydon hit the winning runs in the final over, finishing 7-226. Bhaumik Jani was the only multiple wicket taker with two wickets. Lambert said the weather made for some pretty horrific conditions. 22 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 1 March, 2023

“It rained for about 75 per cent of the day and we played in it,” he said. “The last 20 overs I didn’t have a bowler that could grip the ball properly. It was hard for all our bowlers to grip the ball and it started skidding instead of spinning. “Should we have played, I’m not sure, but it was in our best interest to try and get the win.” Lambert gave credit to his bowlers for taking the game down to the last over, but admitted with four overs to go they were probably ahead. “It was a good effort to get that close,” he said. “We’ve been there or thereabouts in every game, but the Spotswood game when we were behind the eight ball. “We’ve lost one game in the last over and one on the last ball. The other two we were 2-130 odd. “If we don’t make finals it will be a bitter pill to swallow.” The Cats face Altona in the final round of the season. It’ll be a return to the one-day format, which Lambert said he was looking forward to.

The Cats will again be without number three Shijit Chandran, who has missed the last two games while in India. Lambert is prepared for another tough challenge. “I don’t think they can make finals,” he said. “They’re a competitive side and everyone can beat everyone in this competition. “Whoever turns up will win and hopefully that is us.” The Cats third and fourth XI have already qualified for finals, while their second XI has to win in the final round. Meanwhile, Werribee secured its finals spot with an outright win against Donvale. Having secured first innings points on day one, the Tigers bowled Donvale out for 137 in its second innings. Jonathan Burton took six wickets, to make it a total of 11 for the game. The Tigers wasted no time getting the runs finishing 1-42 off 6.3 overs to seal the whole 10 points. The win secures the Tigers finals spot. They enter the final round in second spot.

Western United put in an impressive display to upset the Newcastle Jets in the A-League Men’s competition on Saturday. United put out one of their best performances of the season at McDonald Jones Stadium to come away with a 3-1 win. Noah Botic scored his first ever professional double within the first half hour with two predatory finishes inside the penalty area. Newcastle pulled one back immediately after Botic’s second goal. The Jets were awarded a penalty after Jacob Tratt was penalised for a handball in the penalty area. Beka Mikeltadz converted the penalty to give his side some hope heading into the main break. United responded in the second half, taking control of the game. Tongo Doumbia scored his first goal for United in the second half to seal the win for the side. United could have easily increased the score in the last 20 minutes, but weren’t able to find the back of the net. The win ends a three game losing streak for United. With eight games remaining in the season, the win lifts the reigning premiers to 10th place and they remain in touch with the top six. United sits five points outside the six. Meanwhile, United’s women’s side put on a show against the Jets on Sunday. Kahli Johnson opened the scoring with her first goal for United in the sixth minute, before doubling United’s lead in the 34th minute. An own goal increased United’s lead to 3-0, before a Tyla-Jay Vlajnic stunner made it 4-0 right before half time. United was not done with, as Danielle Steer making it 5-0 10 minutes after half time The competition’s leading goal scorer Hannah Keane then joined the party to seal a 6-0 for United. United remains on top of the ladder having played 14 games.

Glen Orden withdraw senior teams from WRFL Glen Orden won’t field senior or reserves side’s in the Western Region Football League division 2 competition this year. Last Tuesday, the league announced the division two club had withdrawn both sides due to a lack of player numbers. “The club tried their hardest to enter a senior and reserves side for the upcoming season, but have now informed the league of their decision to go into recess for 2023,” a league statement said. “The WRFL will continue to support Glen Orden through this process and their recovery to re-join the competition next season.” The decision comes after a club meeting on Monday night, which was advertised as a call to action. Glen Orden released a statement last Tuesday afternoon confirming the disappointing news.

“After disappointing numbers at training during the pre-season we called a second emergency players meeting last night to see where we were going as a senior football club,” the statement said. “Unfortunately, not enough players come to the party to continue playing at Glen Orden. Several options were discussed but no matter what option we were to go with, we simply didn’t have enough players to take to the field in the 2023 season. “We have fought hard over the last seven years since we were last in recess to keep senior football as part of our sporting club. For now, we will continue to move forward with Auskick, three netball teams and two cricket teams that play both summer and winter. “The doors are not shut as we well continue as the Glen Orden Sports Club and will

continue to invest in the sporting teams we do have.” The club said it has a massive challenge to rebuild the senior football team, but encouraged everyone to get behind its other sides.” The decision to not field senior sides is the latest in an ongoing battle to have senior sides for the club. The team didn’t have the numbers to field teams in 2017. They returned to the competition in 2018, before winning the 2019 division 3 premiership, earning promotion into division 2. Last season the Hawks finished in seven position, but were only two games outside the top four. A revised division 2 fixture will be communicated to clubs in due course.

The division will now have seven sides, with a bye to be in play. Sunshine and Braybrook are the new teams in the division this season.

Daniel Rosenzweig was one of the players who had re-signed for Glen Orden. (Damjan Janevski)

Cup Vales aim for a last win Australia continues By Tara Murray

Wyndhamvale is hoping to finish the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 5 on a high. It has been an up and down season for the Vales, with just two wins heading into the final round which started on Saturday. But a strong performance with the ball, has the Vales in a good position with the ball to topple fourth-placed Sanctuary Lakes. The Sharks were bowled out for just 107 in 39 overs. Craig Campbell and Jacob Carter took three wickets each for the Vales. Vales coach Jay Dolliver was happy with the performance. “We’re really happy,” he said. “We are a pretty young group and we’ve been up and down at times this season. “To have bowled as well as we did, to restrict them for 107 was really good for us.” The Vales were 4-43 when stumps were called early after rain fell. Dolliver said it was a bit tricky to bat due to a wet wicket, but they had put together a good partnership before stumps which they hoped to continue this week. Dolliver is unbeaten on 23. Wade Kirkwood has three of the wickets for the Sharks. Dolliver said a win in the final round would be a nice way to finish the season, while it would also stop the Sharks from playing finals. He said having lost a couple more senior players in the off season, youth was always going to be the focus this season. He said they knew it might hurt their results, but it would put the club in a good spot moving forward. “We decided to back the youth in and we’re pretty inexperienced,” he said. “That comes with fluxation of form. “Nathan Griffiths and Michael Fry have been the most consistent young performers. Jacob Carter and Jakob Wojcik are two young bowlers that have played well too. “They’re all 19-20 and hopefully they stick around for the future.” All the Vales senior teams will miss finals. Dolliver said the second XI, which was more experienced, had been about the mark, while the third and fourth XIs had struggled as they adjusted to playing in a new competition. He said despite not winning a game the fourth XI had remained really upbeat. In division 3, there were plenty of wickets between Point Cook and Glenroy. Glenroy was skittled for just 68 with Ross Martin taking 5-16 and Max Rouvray taking three wickets. Finals bound Point Cook’s top order also failed with the side in trouble at 5-39 at

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stumps. Dasith Jayatilake is 10 not out. Werribee Centrals have a tough ask on their hands against Caroline Springs. The Falcons made 3-309 before declaring after 51 overs.

Centrals lost four quick wickets and will resume at 4-13. In division 4, Bellbridge is 0-9 in reply to Williamstown Colts 173. Andrew Wilks took five wickets for Bellbridge.

With the rest of the state league teams entering the third round of the Victorian stage of the Australia Cup, things are starting to heat up. State league one and two teams join the winners from the previous two rounds in this round, which is scheduled for next weekend. Hume United has been drawn to face the Doncaster Rovers, while Greenvale United is hoping to continue its run against North Melbourne Athletic. Epping City enters the competition with a match against Rosebud, while Whittlesea United will face Albion Rovers and Lalor United will play Monash City Village. La Trobe University and nearby Uni Hill Eagles will play each other, while Mill Park will host the Casey Comets. Whittlesea Ranges, which was relegated from the National Premier League competition, will play Endeavour United and Upfield will play Hoppers Crossing. Truganina Hornets will face Keilor Wolves in the next round, while Western Suburbs will head to Corio. Brimbank Stallions will play Heatherton United and Westgate, which earned promotion to state league 1, will play North Caulfield. Keilor Park will host Dandenong South, while Sydenham Park will play the Templestowe Wolves and Westvale will play Melbourne City. Yarraville’s first match of the knockout competition is against Knox City, while Altona East Phoenix will play Brandon Park. Altona North will play Hampton East Brighton and Altona City will play Melbourne SRBIJA. Williamstown will face the Peninsula Strikers. Sunbury United will play the Springvale White Eagles and Melton Phoenix will play Mornington. Meanwhile, the first two rounds of the women’s Nike F.C Cup were also drawn. In round one, Barnstoneworth United will play Mentone, Greenvale United will travel to face the Templestowe Wolves and Sydenham Park will play Albert Park. Point Cook will play Melbourne SRBIJA, Westgate will host Gisborne and Yarraville will play each other. Upfield and Melton Phoenix are among the sides with byes in the first round.

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Information Night Our local community secondary college, Lara, will be open to all students and parents/carers for an information night being held onsite Wednesday 1st March. This is an important first step in your child’s transition from primary to secondary education and all are invited. Families are asked to arrive from 5.30pm for a presentation that will start at 5.45pm. Following the presentation, families will participate in tours of the College. The evening will be an excellent opportunity to tour our local secondary college, see the facilities, experience the breadth of curriculum offered and meet staff from all learning areas and various support staff. There will also be ample opportunities to ask questions of staff and current students. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the school general office on 5282 8988 and ask to speak with Luke Skewes (Principal) or Christopher Pugh (Assistant Principal - Junior Years).

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