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E-bikes ride into town E-bikes have made their way to the Melton municipality with the launch of Beam’s operations in Caroline Springs on Friday, March 3. Australia’s largest shared micromobility has placed 50 purple e-bikes on local streets. The app-based service charges on a pay-as-you-go basis, with a $1 unlock fee and $0.51 per minute. Beam’s operating area will include key Caroline Springs, Ravenhall and Taylors hill destinations like Caroline Springs Square, the train station and lake. ‘Virtual’ parking docks will be seen within the app, with riders directed within the Beam app to appropriate parking spots at the end of their trip. Beam’s Australia New Zealand general manager Tom Cooper said the company looks forward to “providing a viable option for those living and working within Beam’s operational area to leave their cars at home and hop on an e-bike instead”. “We look forward to a long-standing relationship with the local community, and to exploring further expansion across the City of Melton following this initial launch in Caroline Springs,” he said.

Peter Ball and Sura Kumar from Beam Mobility Australia. (Damjan Janevski) 322095_01

State arterial road push By Liam McNally Melton council is looking to the state government to take on the responsibility of upgrading the “critical north-south corridor” of Calder Park Drive, Westwood Drive and Palmers Road by declaring it a state arterial road. At a council meeting on Monday, February 27, councillor Steve Abboushi moved for council to write to Roads and Safety Minister Melissa Horne and Kororoit MP Luba Grigorovitch requesting “urgent and formal declaration” as a state arterial road and a commitment to “immediately upgrade the corridor as a matter of priority”.

The corridor was a part of last year’s ‘Fix Our Roads campaign’, in which council was seeking state funding for a range of road infrastructure projects, including more than$1 billion of works for the Palmers Road corridor. The upgrade request included duplication between Western Freeway and Calder Freeway with signalised intersections, a Calder Park Drive interchange and a triplicated level crossing removal on Calder Park Drive at Sunbury line. Melton council city futures director Sam Romaszko said the municipal road “has been identified by the Victorian government as a future arterial road”.

“Which will ultimately be managed and upgraded by the Victorian government or the Department of Transport and Planning,” she said. Ms Grigorovitch said the road’s future classification is still under review. “The department of transport will look to review the Palmers Road corridor to determine whether it’s suitable to declare some sections as an arterial road,” she said. The state government has committed to some works on the corridor, with the level crossing removal at Robinsons Road, and a level crossing on Calder Park Drive planned to be replaced with a road bridge over the rail line by 2025.

Major Road Projects Victoria has undertaken planning for potential future improvements to Calder Park Drive between Melton Highway and the Calder Freeway as well as a potential new interchange with the Calder Freeway but have not yet committed to the projects. Ms Horne said the Palmers Road Corridor is “vital to supporting the area’s ongoing growth and development”. “We’re improving our road and transport connections in the west to make it safer and easier for locals to get to where they need to go,” she said.

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Calls for train carpark extension By Liam McNally Melton council is calling on the state government to upgrade and extend the carpark at Rockbank Train station. In a council meeting on Monday, February 27 councillor Steve Aboushi moved that council write to Public Transport Minister Ben Carroll and Kororoit MP Luba Grigorovitch requesting the “urgent” works to meet “significant demand for parking in one of Victoria’s fastest growing cities”. Rockbank station was previously upgraded in 2019 as a part of the Ballarat Line Upgrade which included a new sealed car park with 350 car parking spaces. There are currently no plans to deliver additional car parking spaces at Rockbank Station, but similar projects have been undertaken to addressed congestion issues for commuters in the area, including the previous Rockbank station upgrade, as well as the completion of the nearby Cobblebank station with 190 parking spaces and a total of 600 parking spaces added to the Ballarat Line as a part of the Regional Rail Revival program. Mr Carroll said passengers catching the train from Rockbank are already “benefitting from an upgraded station”. “Melbourne’s west is continuing to grow rapidly, which is why we’re delivering new and improved train

Rockbank train station. (Damjan Janevski) 297084_01

stations and introducing additional services to get locals where they need to go,” he said. Ms Grigorovitch shared Mr Carroll’s sentiment, that “the upgraded Rockbank station has already seen passengers benefit with modern facilities and new and upgraded car parking spaces”. “We’re always looking at ways to improve our road and transport connections in Melbourne’s western suburbs to make it easier for locals to travel,” she said. Melton mayor Lara Carli said council has

heard from the community that parking is a problem at Rockbank Train Station. “Over the next seven years the surrounding areas of Rockbank, Thornhill Park, Aintree and Truganina will grow by over 20,000 residents to 54,830 people,” she said. “Rockbank and Cobblebank are two train stations servicing a fast growing population and more is needed to service population growth. That is why we have been advocating for two additional stations at Thornhill Park and Mt Atkinson. “With over 70 percent

of our workforce leaving home everyday to access employment, we need improved public transport and additional carparks as well as more investment in roads, pedestrian and cycling facilities, and bus services. “There are over 5,000 new residential properties south of the railway line unserved by buses. “Our letter will outline the community concerns and we hope that the minister will investigate this matter and find a solution for local commuters.”

What commuters think..... Melton council wants state funding to expand the carpark at Rockbank station. Here’s what some local commuters using the station thought.

I’m happy with the station, but we need toilets. There’s not really [enough parking], I’d like to see more. We need toilets. There’s none, it’s disgusting. - Antonia Zammit

I use the station regularly. It’s good but parking wise, if you come after 8[am] you won’t get a spot, so I have to park around the corner of the park and then I have to walk here. If there would be more parking then it would be beneficial to the people who normally go to the office and do the 9-5 hours. - Jyoti Aryan

I come [drive] here almost every day. Sometimes I have to park outside the carpark which is pretty bad because it’s kind of a hazard out there, but what can we do? I even got honked not long ago. I think extending the carpark would be good, I think it would benefit a lot of people because Rockbank is growing. - Yogan Jeree

[The station] is good, but as you can see there’s cars everywhere. I come pretty early so there are a few spots around but if you’re not in by 6.30 [am] it fills up pretty quickly. The area is growing, there’s just so many people living in all these new areas and new estates so more people are coming to the station. You’re going to need more car spots. - Hayden Ellis

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Women making it work their way For this year’s International Women’s Day, March 8, Fatima Halloum hears from women working in male dominated industries.

hen Jennifer Horgan confided in her mother that she wanted to change careers, she was met with deep

concern. Ms Horgan had completed a law degree and was working as a court registrar, when she decided to make the switch. “I remember seeing the police bring in all their cases, and listening to the interesting work that they were doing, so I decided to join the police after seeing that,” she said. “[My mum] was very happy with my nice, safe job, it was a bit of a shock to [her] because I didn’t grow up wanting to be a police officer.” The young woman who graduated the police academy in 2001, worked in the surveillance unit, and the prosecutions division, is now the station commander at Bacchus Marsh police station. “I’m at my happiest … I like being in charge of eight sergeants and 40 other ranks,” she said. “And being able to support them to do the front-line policing work that they do. “Community safety is my priority, I want people to feel like … if they come to the police with a problem, they will be heard.”

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Ms Horgan said she would like to see a day when it isn’t remarkable that a woman is in charge of a police station. “I’d like it to be normal, not a big deal,” she said. “There are a lot of women in leadership roles in Victoria Police and we are more visible now, so I think that’s really positive.” While Ms Horgan never expected to become a police officer, she said 20 years on, she still loves her job. “Unfortunately we do spend time with people who have been having a really hard day,” she said. “But the flip side is that there is nothing better than driving past a little kid, waving at them, and just seeing their face light up.” THere’s about 3300 kilometres between Vanautu and Melbourne, and edel Doyle has sailed all of them. After moving from Dublin, Ireland, to Australia in 2013, Ms Doyle joined the Wyndham Yacht Club to learn to sail. “I love being on the water,” she said. “I am proactive … about getting more and more women involved cause we have to learn for ourselves that we can do things that we were told are not for us.” Ms Doyle said she often encounters men who aren’t even aware of the bias’ towards women that they carry. “Were expected to work in the galley or in the kitchen, we’re expected to work on the floor deck, cause you’re smaller and lighter usually than the men,” she said. “I navigate, because I don’t want to be on the floor deck you get wet up there, and it’s safer for everyone if I’m not cooking.” Ms Doyle spent six weeks sailing around the islands near Vanuatu, delivering school supplies like blackboard paint, chalk, and paper to remote islands. she and another companion sailed to Brisbane, and along the east coast back to Melbourne. “[Being on the ocean is] it’s amazing, it’s quiet, it’s calm, it’s peaceful just listening to the water, it’s mesmerising,” she said. It was through being a sailor that Ms Doyle heard about the Werribee Coast Guard a while out on the water doing rescues, Ms Doyle said she “doesn’t personally think” gender is ever an issue. “sometimes there’s a physical difference, 4 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 7 March, 2023

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Left: Edel Doyle loves being on the water. (Supplied) Right: Safa Hablas runs her own gardening business. (Louise Beaumont)

where the men are stronger, [but] because we know each other’s strengths and weaknesses, you just do it and nobody and bats an eyelid,“ she said. In honour of International Women’s Day, the Werribee Coast Guard will lead an all women’s boat crew in March. “The people in that flotilla are just amazing,” she said. IT WAs using her father in-law’s trailer, her brother in-law’s lawn mower and her husband’s four-wheel-drive that safa Hablas brought her gardening business to life. The Tarneit resident said the years dragged on while working in the childcare industry, especially being cooped indoors as someone who enjoys being outside. “I just became really tired of it,” she said. “My husband is a police officer, so I had to

think of a business where I could work my own hours because my son didn’t want to go to childcare. “I took six months off to decide what I wanted to do and I thought, ‘what can I do?’.” Growing up, Ms Hablas spent lots of her time in the garden with her dad. “I know a lot about the garden, trees, grass and weeds,” she said. Ms Hablas said that although there isn’t a lot of women in the industry, her experience has been relatively good. “If I’m at a job site, [people aren’t] going to be looking at me first to get a job done, [but] don’t think a woman isn’t up to a job because of her gender, give them a go and see how it goes,” she said. “There’s never been a time, especially as a covered woman, where someone asks me what I do and I’ll be like ‘I’m a gardener’ and they’ll

be like, ‘oh I like gardening too,’. “Then I’ll say, ‘no, no, I’m a gardener’ and they’re like, ‘what, you?’, they freak out, and think that it’s awesome.” While it can be tiring, Ms Hablas said she loves her job. “It is an amazing feeling going into someone’s house, cleaning it all up, and then getting the client outside and saying ‘what do you think?’ and seeing their face, it’s just leaves you speechless,” she said. “Going from four years ago, and fast forwarding until now, I bought my first four wheel drive, with my own work trailer and all brand new gear that I owned debt free, just from a year of work. “The lawnmower I was borrowing I gave it back to my brother in law, the trailer I gave it back to my father in law, and the four wheel drive, I gave it back to my husband.”

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Call to get tough on e-cigarettes By Liam McNally Melton council is lobbying the state and federal governments to enact stronger laws around the importation and sale of e-cigarettes. During the Monday, February 27 council meeting, deputy mayor Julie Shannon raised concerns about e-cigarettes, especially their use by adolescents following a recent Cancer Council report. The report stated the evidence for e-cigarettes as cessation aids to help you quit smoking is “inconclusive” and that the Therapeutic Goods Administration “has not approved any e-cigarette product as a cessation

aid to help with quitting smoking”. The report also raises concerns e-cigarettes may lead to the use of tobacco cigarettes among adolescents, stating studies have shown e-cigarette users were “more than three times more likely than non-e-cigarette users to subsequently become tobacco smokers”. Cr Shannon moved for council to write to relevant federal ministers requesting the federal government prevent electronic nicotine products being imported into Australia, or ensure strong regulations are in place. She also moved for council to write to state ministers requesting the state government

review and consider stronger laws around the selling of these products, and that council review its own laws and policies “in line with up to date information on the harm of these products”. The Cancer Council report advises the short and long-term health effects of e-cigarettes are currently being researched, however they may expose users to chemicals and toxins such as formaldehyde, heavy metals, particulate matter and flavouring chemicals, at levels that have the potential to cause adverse health effects. Cr Steve Abboushi said you only need to walk through a reserve after a Melton sporting event

to see “used vape products all over the fields”. “It is very important, I think the government needs to do more, to protect, and to reduce the harm to our community and to our young people,” he said. As of 2021, Australians need a prescription to legally access liquids containing nicotine for use with e-cigarettes, and their importation is regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. A state government spokesperson said ministers from all jurisdictions have agreed that “a united approach is needed and are working closely on a national approach”.

Golf goes fluro for neuro Keeley’s Cause is preparing to host its annual Charity Golf Day for Autism Awareness Day on Sunday, April 2. Players of any level are invited to arrive at Melton Valley Golf Course at 10.30am for an 11.30am tee-off to play 18 holes of golf. The theme for the golf day is “fluro for neuro” to bring awareness to all the neurodiverse conditions that impact on a child’s learning. All profits form the day go to Keeley’s Cause, a volunteer-run charity founded by a Melton teenager that raises funds to purchase iPads for children with Autism or intellectual disabilities from low socio-economic families. The iPads support the young people to receive inclusive education tailored to their needs and acts as a communication device for non verbal children. Last year’s Charity Golf Day raised over $4000 towards the purchase of eight iPads. Keeley’s Cause chief executive Sharon

Murphy said the charity looks forward to the golf day every year “because it’s loads of fun” but especially this time around as it falls on Autism Awareness Day. Autism awareness month is about inclusion and acceptance … it’s about including these kids and accepting them for who they are. They understand the world differently but they’re just as equal as anyone else,” she said. “No one should feel that they don’t belong and we want our kids to feel that they belong.” Tickets are $65 per player, with optional meals for $25 and golf buggy and club hire also available. “Sponsor a hole” business sponsorships are available for $200. All profits go towards Keeley’s Cause. Details: https://keeleyscause.org.au/event/ charity-golf-day-2023-autism-awareness-day/ Liam McNally

Keeley Johnson and her mum Sharon Murphy at Melton Valley Golf Club. (Damjan Janevski) 321752_03

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Almost 200 residents of Deanside Village came together for free outdoor cinema experience on Saturday, March 4. The pop-up cinema was held by Deanside developer Moremac Property Group and was held held within one of the estate’s parklands. The movie for the evening was selected by a vote, with the family-friendly film DC League of Super Pets’being the winning selection. Deanside Villagers received all the creature comforts of a trip to the cinema with free popcorn and ice-cream plus a Vietnamese dinner provided by Melbourne food truck Nem N’ Nem. Moremac has been hosting a number of community Deanside to help encourage community connection in the developing area, including most recently a Christmas

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A sense of belonging is important at Uniting AgeWell When you find an organisation that ticks all the boxes, you stay. Uniting AgeWell, senior care manager at Kalkee Community Nangatta, Sarita Chaudhary, says what she loves best about the not-for-profit aged care provider is that it feels like a second family to her. “They let me be me,” Sarita says. “I’m here for the long-haul.” Originally from Nepal and now a Registered Nurse, Sarita has been able to embrace and share her culture in the 18-months she’s been in the role. Sarita choreographed a Bollywood dance where she and other staff members donned saris and performed for residents to celebrate Diwali; made dumplings for Chinese New Year and felt supported enough to breast-pump for her baby at work. “I feel like I belong,” said the devout Hindu. “And a sense of belonging is very important, especially for an immigrant.” She’s also proud to be in a career that has meaning. “I enjoy that the residents become part of my life, and that I become part of theirs.” Sarita is ambitious. She moved to Australia for a better life and career and already she’s on an upward trajectory after being selected for Uniting AgeWell’s strategic leadership talent development program. There are a number of diverse career opportunities in residential care and home and community care at Uniting AgeWell, ranging from nursing to personal care, from domestic assistance to food services, from allied health to social support – and more! With 78 per cent of the workforce identifying as female, Uniting AgeWell offers flexible work arrangements to enable staff to work around family commitments. There are opportunities for further education, leadership programs

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and scholarships for professional development and a significant number of women are in leadership roles. Uniting AgeWell is also a partner with WomenCan, a vocational organisation that empowers women.

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Call to review accessible toilets People living with disabilities in the Melton municipality may soon have easier access to events with council considering making accessible portable toilets a requirement for all events ran by the shire. At a council meeting on Monday, February 27, councillor Kathy Madjlik moved for council to provide a report to consider what options are available in providing portable accessible toilets at all major council events where portable toilets are hired and what policies require amending to ensure that this becomes a standard practice for all future council events.

Cr Madjlik also moved for the costs to be discussed at the upcoming budget deliberation, and for a trial accessible toilet to be provided for council’s Harmony Day event on Saturday, March 18. The motion was passed unanimously by council and Cr Madjlik thanked her fellow councillors for supporting her advocacy. “I’m a big advocate and supporter of having our events and having our council as accessible as possible to people who live with a disability as well as those who may need the accessibility that don’t have a specified disability so I highly

thank my councillors,” she said. Leading Melton disability support service Pinarc chief executive Peter Newsome welcomed the potential action from council. “Decisions such as this ensure the voice of people with a disability is heard and recognised as valued,” he said. “In essence this commitment to community will reduce social isolation of a typically marginalised group and make more people feel valued as community members. “Importantly, people with a disability are consumers and should be able to access events.”

Promoting suitable events to their clients are a core part of Pinarc’s service, and Mr Newsome said ensuring the events have accessible bathrooms is a “fundamental” aspect of that. “Melton is growing rapidly and that naturally means that there’s more people with a disability living here,” he said. “We do a lot of advocacy and promotion about suitable events for people with disabilities, we work with councils, state government, from our point of view we need to work together “We really welcome this position from council.”

Humble young achiever A Fraser Rise man has been nominated for the Saward Dawson Community Service and Social Impact Award as a part of the 2022 Victorian 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards. At age 26, Michael Lim has already worked for almost ten years improving social and economic outcomes in Melbourne’s west. Mr Lim said that although he didn’t get into social impact work for accolades, recognition from the community still feels “fantastic”. “It feels really humbling and it feels really great to have the work that I’ve been doing across Melbourne’s west for the better part of a decade recognised,” he said. Mr Lim’s journey into community development work can be traced back to his own school years in Brimbank. He grew up in a migrant family in a low-socioeconomic area, and in year nine was considered “at risk” of not finishing school. An alternative-learning program reinvigorated his education, and eventually led to him becoming

a Brimbank Youth Ambassador. He said a quote from Western Chances Chair Terry Bracks guides his work, “Young people in Melbourne’s west don’t lack talent, they lack opportunity.” Mr Lim has gone on to become the chief executive of Community Health Advancement and Student Engagement (CHASE), has provided advice to ministers in his role in the Western Metropolitan Partnership as the Chair of the Jobs and Skills Working Group, and the Tarneit and Melton Revitalisation Boards. Mr Lim is now the Founder and Managing Director of Beyond Value, a social enterprise consultancy that helps organisations maximise their social impact projects in Melbourne’s west. Finalists for the Young Achiever Awards will be presented and winners announced at an Awards Gala Presentation Dinner on Friday, April 28. Liam McNally

Michael Lim is nominated for a 2022 Victorian 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards.

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Slam dunk for the west The west’s best basketball talent took to the court over the weekend. Co-produced by the NBL and local trader Yours Truly Barber Shop and supported by Maribyrnong council, the Westside Slam event hosted three-a-side or 3×3 tournaments across juniors and open men and women on Saturday, March 4 at Footscray’s Nicholson Street Mall. Star Weekly photographer Joe Mastroianni was courtside to capture the action.

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Lot sales down to four year low Greenfield land sales in the western growth corridor have fallen to their lowest point in almost four years, according to the latest RPM data. Land sales fell by 24 per cent from the previous quarter to just 853 lots, which was the first time sales dropped below the 1000 mark since quarter two 2019. The west’s fall was consistent with the Melbourne and Geelong growth corridors, which also fell 24 per cent to 2054, with the rolling 12-month average down 70 per cent to 14,567. RPM project marketing managing director

Luke Kelly said quarter-four sales results showed affordability remained the market’s major challenge with customers taking longer to make a commitment due to the rising cost of living, construction costs and ongoing interest rate hikes. “Lot sales activity is likely to struggle to gain momentum for the first six months of the year as people tighten their spending belts and banks reduce their borrowing capacity compared to six months before,” he said. He said while the market had entered a trough, there were encouraging signs that indicated a positive outlook over the

medium-to-long term. “The RBA has announced a ninth straight increase to the official cash rate to 3.35 per cent, which is a decade long high, however it also widely believed inflation peaked in December and is anticipated to start gradually easing through the back half of 2023, which should start to alleviate some cost of living pressures for buyers. “Historically, consistent growth follows a downturn in the Melbourne market, although government stimulus can drive more rapid growth, which occurred after the second quarter of 2019 when sales rebounded

significantly the following quarter.” Mr Kelly said in each case the rebound was underscored by strong underlying demand, which built up during the market trough to fuel a rapid increase in sales. He said it was telling that investors were returning in force to the market making up 30 per cent of buyers during the December quarter. “They know the current period represents a lull in the market and are buying to ensure they get ahead of the curve so they are in a good position when the recovery comes,” Mr Kelly said.

Mullet for good cause A local firey has offered to chop the mop to raise money for this year’s Good Friday Appeal. Eynesbury CFA Communications officer Jason McEgan said his long brown mullet isn’t a very popular haircut around the fire station. “My hair is something a few people don’t like around the brigade,” he said. “We came up with the idea that I shave it and raise some money for the Good Friday appeal, it’s something very small that I can do to help such a big cause,” he said. The highest donor, as well as contributing to a good cause, will also be awarded the honour of cutting Mr McEgan’s hair themself at the Eynesbury CFA open day on Sunday, April 2. While raising money for the Good Friday Appeal, Eynesbury CFA is also opening its doors to residents for a day of fun activities. The Eynesbury CFA open day kicks off at 11am for the public to get to see the

inner-workings of the station, trucks, and everything the local firies do. There’ll be a range of kids entertainment, games, and even a chance for them to squirt the hose. Eynesbury CFA will also be joined by a range of other community service groups on the day, including Victoria Police, VicSES and the local Rotary club for a sausage-sizzle barbeque. Eynesbury brigade community safety co-ordinator Adrian Kendall said he’s looking forward to the day. “We’re excited to host the public and show them a bit behind the scenes of what we do, and see if we can get a few more people involved, joining either operationally or non operationally,” he said. Donations for Mr McEgan’s haircut can be made online. Details: https://fundraise.goodfridayappeal. com.au/fundraisers/EynesburyCFA/gfa

Eynesbury CFA communications officer Jason McEgan is chopping off his mullet to raise money for this year’s Good Friday Appeal. (Supplied)

BaccChat’s back for 2023 BacchChat community seminars returned to the Lerderderg Library for 2023 on Saturday, March 4 with an opportunity to learn about “challenging” aspects of Moorabool’s colonial history. The session was led by Federation University aboriginal history Associate Professor Fred Cahir who spoke on his 2019 book ‘My Country All Gone, the White Men Have Stolen It: the invasion of Wadawurrung Country, 1800-1870’. Dr Cahir said his historical focus is the “shared history” of relations between aboriginal people of Australia and the colonisers that invaded Australia commencing formally in 1788. His book focuses on Wadawurrung Country, which includes Moorabool, Bacchus Marsh, and Geelong areas and uses the invader’s own words taken from diaries, official records and letter. He said he wrote it to “help illuminate to

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people how the invasion occurred and what type of relationships were developed on the frontier in the colonial period”. “I really enjoy these opportunities,” he said. “I do travel quite widely across Victoria and really enjoy sharing the stories… in those histories that have to a great extent remained hidden and invisible. “We have a really, really rich history that we’re not fully understanding of yet and I guess I want to paint the finer brushstrokes to that historical canvas.” Moorabool mayor Rod Ward said that council is “excited to offer another year full of BacchChat events”. “These are always interesting, inspiring and well-attended events that attract great authors and guest speakers,” he said. “There’s a lot more to our libraries than books – our libraries offer a fantastic range of services and events for all ages and interests.”

Pricing under the pump

Pricing under the pump By Benjamin Millar

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strongly encourage residents to complain to the ACCC

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- Steve McGhie

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. 628174

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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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Dr Fred Cahir’s BacchChat talk at the Lerderderg Library. (MSC)

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Standing together for Melton’s healthcare heroes

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At Shine Lawyers, they believe an injury sustained at work shouldn’t cost you financially.

“We’re here to help you on the road to recovery, and – as Melton grows – let’s stand together and look out for one another,“ Ms

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Melton, have you noticed how the community is booming? Since Shine Lawyers located to the area, legal practice manager Deniz Mirik has noticed the suburb is full of diversity and opportunities. Shine Lawyers recently opened its doors to Melton and Ms Mirik said she feels very lucky to be surrounded by like-minded people in the Woodgrove Shopping Centre. With so many healthcare workers calling Melton home, it’s quickly becoming a hub for top-notch medical services, and with the new $900 million hospital set to open its doors in 2029, Ms Mirik believes the future looks bright. “But, after the gruelling three years of the pandemic, our healthcare heroes are in need of some extra support. The demands on our doctors, nurses, and carers have never been greater, and – unfortunately – this has resulted in increased workplace injuries, both physical and psychological,” she said. “According to WorkSafe Victoria, nurses, midwives, and aged care workers are at risk of injury from lifting patients, handling equipment, slip and falls, bullying, and even violence. Back and shoulder injuries are all too common for these hardworking individuals. Not only does this impact their ability to earn a living, but it can also take a toll on their overall quality of life. “Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychological injury affecting 13 per cent of nurses, midwives, and carers, often due to burnout, sexual harassment, bullying, or trauma.” If you or someone you know has been injured at work, know that help is available. Seeking independent legal advice is crucial, as you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.

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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

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 5 Graham Street, Melton, on Wednesday evenings. There is also a drop-in night for anyone aged 12 to 25 years old. ■ 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 activities including carpet bowls, pool and table tennis. ■ https://meltonmensgroup.home.blog/

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.

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

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. ■ Helen, 0409 186 576

This week’s photographer’s choice picture Jasmina ‘Princess Jasmina of Melbourne’, who will be part of pink charity fundraiser. (Damjan Janevski). 321342_01

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. ■ 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. ■ 0406 493 734

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 members, to get together and discover the social aspects of the group. ■ Ann, 0425 705 150

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. ■ 0419 563 016

Melton South Knit & Natter All are welcome to join this social crafting group, running at the Melton South 12 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 7 March, 2023

Community Centre each Monday from 10am-noon. Bring along any knitting or crochet projects and work on them while sharing tips, learning skills and catching up over a cuppa. ■ 9747 8576

Rotary Club of Melton

Zonta club meets

Community singing group

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. ■ Suzanne, 0417 512 420

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. ■ Val, 0418 667 150

Melton Combined Probus Club

Cake decorating

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

Build on your existing cake decorating skills and learn all about fondant work, piping and sugar craft in Melton South Community Centre’s upcoming Intermediate Cake Decorating course. This three-week course on Thursdays from March 16 to 30, 6pm-8pm, is ideal for people with some decorating experience or who have completed Beginners Cake Decorating at the centre. $110/$105 concession. Call the centre for information and enrolments. ■ 9747 8576

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. ■ meltonrotary@gmail.com

and students receive a Certificate of Participation. $150/$145 concession. Call the centre for information and enrolments. ■ 9747 8576

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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. ■ Elaine Greenhall, 0418 171 119, or 0400 052 857

Manicure classes 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. ■ 0403 057 003

Learn popular SNS-style manicure techniques in Melton South Community Centre’s term 1 Dip Powder Nails workshop, scheduled for Sunday April 2. Topics covered include natural nail and tip application, nail repair, refills, removals and jewel nail art. Materials are included

Melton Trauma Teddies are seeking volunteers to assist with knitting, stuffing, or stitching teddy-bears that go to children in their time of need. ■ Jean, 0412 931 498

Reflexology workshop Melton South Community Centre’s Reflexology workshop has been postponed to Saturday March 18 and is currently open for enrolments. Learn about this well-known healing practice under the guidance of a qualified practitioner, master your new skills and take home materials and a Certificate of Participation. $60/$55 concession. Call the centre for information and enrolments. ■ 9747 8576

First aid course Melton South Community Centre is now taking enrolments for First Aid courses running on Saturday, April 1. People needing to obtain or renew a certificate can book into Perform CPR (HLTAID009), Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) or Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education & Care Setting (HLTAID012). For enrolments and more information, including prices, times and course components, call the centre. ■ 9747 8576

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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Containing the busts of past prime ministers, where in Australia is Prime Ministers Avenue?

In what year did the Victorian gold rush begin?

What is the most populous state in the US?

Who recorded Manic Monday in 1986?

Siddhartha Gautama is the name of which sacred figure?

Sully Prudhomme (pictured) was the first person to win which award?

Which Scandinavian capital’s name means ‘islet of logs’?

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Nissan Leaf e+ adds extra range to this long-serving EV. (Pictures: Supplied)

Nissan turns a new leaf in 2023 By Alistair Kennedy, Marque Motoring Although it’s no longer a major player in the electric vehicle scene, Nissan Leaf holds an important role in automotive history, being the first mass-production vehicle of its type when it was launched worldwide back in 2010.

Styling The profile of the Leaf hasn’t changed significantly during its decade on the road. It comes with the same semi-coupe / SUV body that many of its competitors have adopted. Its lines are clean and simple with a sloping roofline, flowing headlights and blacked-out B and C pillars. Changes for MY23 include new badging, revised front faux grille, darkened headlight trims, new rear diffuser and spoiler. Likely to be the most noticeable change are a new design for the 17-inch alloy wheels which seem to polarise opinions. We love them, but others that have seen them immediately cringe.

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Interior At around $60,000 plus on-roads Nissan Leaf sits at the more affordable level of EV pricing and it shows with a relatively bland interior when compared with the spectacular presentation of newer, but more expensive, cars like the Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. There is no powered seat option and height-only steering wheel adjustment. Having said that the dashboard is neat and functional with most controls logically placed and easy to reach. One of our pet hates are functions that need constant tapping on small keys on the touchscreen. By contrast Leaf uses four large round knobs – two for audio volume / channel change on the sides of the screen and two below for air conditioning temperature / fan speed. So much more sensible with much less driver distraction. One new feature for the 2023 upgrade is the intelligent rearview mirror which doubles as a standard mirror but with a flick of a control becomes a built-in LCD monitor which displays images from a camera mounted on the rear of 16 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 7 March, 2023

the vehicle for an unobstructed view. Rear seat space is acceptable with enough leg and headroom for two taller occupants. A third adult in the centre would be wedged between the other two, made worse with a tall transmission tunnel on the floor. There’s no folding armrest in the rear, nor air vents or USB ports. Boot space is a pretty good 405 litres although the two charging cables and Bose audio located there. The loading lip is high with quite a big drop down to the cargo floor. The 60/40 split rear seatbacks can be folded down to extend storage to 1776 litres.

Driving Composed is the perfect description of the Leaf’s performance. To match the improved output of the electric motor and converter, engineers enhanced the car’s chassis to improve stability. The electric power steering is responsive with a nice linear feel. Noise, vibration and harshness have been

moderated with aerodynamic upgrades and structural rigidity, while the electric motor has been made quieter, despite generating more power and torque. Leaf has what is called an e-Pedal, which at the flick of a switch on the centre console, allows the vehicle to be driven using the accelerator alone. The car comes to a smooth, gradual halt and is held stationary without the use of the brake pedal. Unfortunately, on the Leaf the e-Pedal is either on or off unlike many competitors where the level of braking can be adjusted to suit conditions. We found that, in motorway conditions, the extra pressure needed to maintain traffic speed negated the benefit of the e-Pedal and we tended to use it only on downhill running. Out on the open road ride handling proved to be excellent and the torque pick up will appeal to keen drivers. The absence of any engine sound combined with good external noise suppression and much less range anxiety adds further to the driving enjoyment.

Nissan lists a 385-kilometre range for the Leaf e+ although it showed up as 427 km when we picked up our test vehicle. During the week we did a couple of 3-hour top-up charges with our Wallbox home charger. In total we covered 352 kilometres and still showed a range of just over 200 km when we returned the car. So that projected 385 km range seems to be quite achievable. There is tyre noise on rough road surfaces. But why wouldn’t there be with little or no sound from under the bonnet?

Summing up The enhancements added to the MY23 Leaf come at price with an increase of $1000 over the previous models taking the e+ to $61,490 and $50,990 for the standard 39 kWh Leaf at. On-road costs need to be added. Premium purchase prices and refuelling convenience continue to be major hurdles for electric vehicles. But for those wishing to give it a go, the Nissan Leaf is as good as any petrol-powered close rival.

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Centrals rapt to be through to the grand final Every season you want to win a premiership, but winning one this season would be extra special for Melton Centrals in the Cricket Victoria Women’s Community Cricket competition. Centrals won through to the shield 3 one-day final on Sunday, beating Werribee in the semi final. Centrals’ captain-coach Candace Hulett said they were pumped to be back in a grand final this season. The side has won one premiership previously. “Everyone is really pumped,” she said. “It was good to have a win against Werribee. “It’s extra special this year with Dimi [Lavanda] and her having a brain tumour. We’re rallying around her and we want to win it for her.” Lavanda, who has a three astrocytoma brain tumour, played in the Centrals semi final win against Werribee. Hulett has previously said that Dimi is her

little mate, her little twin. The match against the Tigers was one that Centrals controlled throughout. Centrals made 3-172 from their 35 overs. Liz Pierce top scored with 63, while Hulett scored 47 not out. Hulett said that score made them confident that they could get the job done. “Once we hit that score we knew that we had the bowling depth,” she said. “We got some early wickets before they had a good partnership in the middle. The run rate was always too much though. “We were in control of the game, as we were in control we knew that we could control the tempo of the game.” Werribee finished 7-145 in reply. Pierce capped off her strong day with three wickets for Centrals. Hulett said the addition of Pierce this season had been really good and it was nice to have another experienced person to help with the younger players.

While Hulett has been on the biggest day of the season before, for many of the group its their first grand final. “It will be a pretty special day,” she said. “Some were in the final [they won], some were not. The girls who come over from St Anthonys have never won a grand final before. “It’s good to get some of the young ones who have only just got into cricket into a final.” Centrals will face Keilor in the grand final. Keilor won its semi final against Craigieburn in a thriller. The Blues made 5-165, before restricting Craigieburn to 9-162. Hulett said they were expecting a good match. “They have a young side with a lot of young rep kids,” she said. “They have beaten us a couple of times this season. “We have enough talent in our team to beat them.” Tara Murray

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Sports shorts EDFL Good Friday football will return to the Essendon District Football League women’s competition this year. The league released the fixture for the three women’s divisions last week with two premier division matches being played on Good Friday, to run alongside men’s matches. Keilor will host Strathmore following the men’s matches between the two teams, while Hillside, which is also hosting Good Friday men’s matches, will host Oak Park at 10am. All other teams will kick off their seasons on April 15. Burnside Heights has been relegated to division 1. Tullamarine is the other new team in that division.

Australia Cup Melton Phoenix’s Australia Cup run has come to an end in the third round. Facing Mornington on Saturday, the Phoenix lost 3-1 after scores were level at 1-1 at half time. Adrian Mazzarella was the goal scorer for the Phoenix. The Phoenix’s next assignment is on March 18 when they start the FV state league 5 west season against Lara United.

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Melton misses the mark Tara Murray It was a disappointing end to a season of so many positives for Melton in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west. One of four teams fighting for the last finals spot, the Lions needed to beat Williamstown and hope results went their way on Saturday. While results did go in their favour, the finals bound Seagulls were way too strong. Williamstown made 8-197 from its 45 overs, with Brad Jones taking three wickets for Melton. The Lions started poorly and never recovered, bowled out for just 98. Alex Kerr top scored with 21. Lions coach Mitch Stephens said the match was definitely not the way they would have liked to have finished the season. “It was a bit of tough luck,” he said. “Our boys have been good all year, but it was a disappointing way to end it. “We started well with the ball with [Brad]

Jones, [Stephen] Wiig and [Josh] Luca, but then we sort of shot ourselves in the foot. “We were 4-4 before we even got started.” Stephens said the early order collapse again showed that they had to improve their one-day cricket. He said they were able to play some good two-day cricket, but struggled at times in the shorter format. “It’s one of our focus areas,” he said. “Our red ball cricket is okay, while the white ball we still have to work on a few areas. We need to work on our field and we need to get a bit more depth.” Despite the negative end to the season, the season as a whole has been a successful one. Their first XI side didn’t win a game last season, but this season they were pushing for finals. Their third and fourth XIs finished on top of the ladder, while their under-18s made a grand final and their Victorian Turf Cricket Association Sunday side also made finals.

“From where the club has been it’s been a really positive season and we’ve still got a couple of teams in finals,” Stephens said. “It was tough to finish like that, but you could see the disappointment on their faces, it shows how much it means to them.” From a coaching perspective, Stephens said it had been challenging at times having been thrown into the role at the last minute. He said one of the biggest positives this season was the leadership shown throughout the grades to help him and Joel Mitchener get the job done. “Benny MacRae in the ones has been massive for us, in the lower grades through [Anthony] Butch Gale, Chris Hope, Matt Stead and John Jensen, has allowed myself and Joel to concentrate on our games as well. “Now we’re in the reflection stage and there’s some really good ideas that I want to share with the group. “All round it’s been a pretty successful year overall for the club.”

Caroline Springs hopes of a finals spot were dashed by a determined Werribee Centrals in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 3. Needing an outright win and other results to go their way to play finals, the Falcons were on top after day one. They were able to bowl Centrals out for 87 in reply to their 3-309, but couldn’t get them out a second time. Centrals finished their second innings 3-42. The Falcons finished the season in fifth. In division 1, Sydenham-Hillside finished on top, while in division 5, Melton South Royals finished in third spot.

A-League Western United has signed Tiana Jaber for the rest of the A-League Women’s season. Jaber joins the club on a replacement deal following a serious knee injury to Aimee Medwin. Formerly of Newcastle Jets and Western Sydney Wanderers, Jaber brings ready-made Liberty A-League experience. FOR MORE SPORT, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Melton & Moorabool Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly Tuesday, 7 March, 2023 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY 17

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Riddell Umpires on the hunt for emerging talent Charlie Hynes loves the sport of football so he decided that playing wasn’t enough. The teenager, who plays for Diggers Rest, joined the Riddell Umpires as a way to make some money, but be involved even more with the sport. “I wanted to do it before COVID started”, he said. “I wanted to get a bit fitter and earn a bit of extra pocket money. I’m having fun. “Once you do I mates join. Once you get games with them, have fun running around together. Footy is a sport I love. I love playing and I love umpiring.” Hynes is a boundary umpire on Saturdays for senior matches, before he is a field umpire on Sundays for under-11 matches. He then has about an hour break before running out on the field for the Burras. He said come Sunday afternoon, he’s pretty sore. Hynes said he likes being a boundary umpire more because he is better at it. He said he’s now used to umpiring the senior

competition. “At the start I was nervous,” he said. “I now know most of the players and they’re just there playing for fun and I’m out there for fun as well.” Hynes is one of a number of players who are either playing and umpiring. There’s many who take up umpiring once their playing days are over. With the 2023 season fast approaching, the Riddell Umpires are after more umpires for this season. Riddell Umpires president Addam Icely said umpiring is a really rewarding way to stay involved in the sport. “If new umpires come along, they improve their fitness, they make new friends, they engage with football players on the ground,” he said. “The best thing about it all, for a young kid especially, is that they can make a little bit of money on the side by doing it.”

“You can, as a family unit, do something together with your mum and dad, with your brother or sister, it’s a family environment we’re trying to provide,” “You make a lot of new friends out of it and you get a good, rewarding life experience.” Icely said it doesn’t matter what age you are, that you can get involved. “There are umpires, young and slightly older, who have transitioned across to umpiring to stay involved in the game. The experience is rewarding and the respect that comes from the current crop with being a former player now umpiring is there to see.” Hynes’ advice for anyone who is thinking about umpiring while still playing is to get involved. “I think if you want to do both, it is really good,” he said. ”You get really fit once you umpire and get different opportunities.” Tara Murray

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Success for Chappenden

Darley’s Dilan Chandima (Jacob Pattison) 316219_02

Darley coach to depart Tara Murray Outgoing Darley coach Brian Wheelahan is hoping to go out on a high in the Ballarat Cricket Association. Last week, the club announced that the two-time premiership winning coach had made the decision to step down at the end of the season after four seasons in charge. Wheelahan told Star Weekly that he was just gassed. “I think it’s a good time for myself and my family,” he said. “The last four years have been an unbelievable ride but it’s time for someone else to take over. “I’m just gassed, it’s more than a six month job. I’m there four times a week and with the kids at 7am on a Saturday morning. “I’ve loved every minute of it and I won’t be a stranger to the club.” Wheelahan said he steps away from the role really proud of what they’ve achieved. He guided the club to its first BCA first XI premiership and they backed it up 12 months later. 18 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY Tuesday, 7 March, 2023

The Lions then made the grand final last season and finished this season sitting second after the regular season. He said that consistency was something that he was really proud of. His job isn’t done, with the Lions primed for another big finals series. They locked up second spot with victory against Ballarat-Redan on Saturday. Day one of the match was washed out, so the match became a one-dayer with 50 overs each. The Lions made 6-262 with contributions across the board. Dilan Chandima top scored with 69 at the top of the order, while Danza Hyatt made 62. Ballarat-Redan never looked like getting the runs, finishing 8-195. Chandima was the seventh bowler used, but he was the pick of the bowlers taking 4-35 off 10 overs. Wheelahan said it wasn’t their best performance. “It was a bit sketchy,” he said. “It wasn’t up to our normal standard in the field. “We did what we needed to do, we’ll take

that winning form into finals. Winning form is good form, but everything we’ve done now is forgotten.” The Lions finished second and will face East Ballarat in a knockout semi final this Saturday and Sunday. The winner will face the winner of the other semi final, Wendouree and Mt Clear, in a four day grand final. Wheelahan said they were looking forward to what is ahead of them. “It’s down to the top four,” he said. “All four sides are quality sides and we’ve got the benefit of having been there before. “We’re not going to have stage fright or anything like that. It’s us against East Ballarat, two versus three. “They’re a great outfit and it should be a ripping contest.” The Lions first XI is the only men’s side from the club to make finals. Their women’s side made the finals of the Gisborne and District Cricket Association T20 competition.

Zac Chappenden’s outrageous start to life here in Victoria continued with metropolitan success at Tabcorp Park on Saturday night. The Queensland-born youngster scored his fourth win at drive four in his new home state when Sea Silk led all the way in The Big Screen Company 3YO Pace. Chappenden, who made the move to take up employment with Sea Silk’s trainer Emma Stewart last month, now has a Melton victory and a Victorian country cup feature on his resume. “It’s been unreal, it’s just been surreal,” Chappenden told TrotsVision. “The thrills of it all - it’s just so good. It pays off with the hard work.” Chappenden has ventured south with his girlfriend and trainer Amy Cargill, with the pair working at Stewart’s stables in Cardigan, just outside of Ballarat. “It’s hard work, but we love it here and the weather’s been good to us so that’s even better,” he said. The 20-year-old’s first Victorian winner came behind the Cargill-trained Hit The Track at Ballarat on February 24 before he took out the Horsham Pacing Cup with Stewart-prepared Like A Wildfire two days later. Hit The Track won again at Ballarat on Thursday and then Sea Silk made it four-on-the-trot. “We thought she was a good chance this week, her work has been real good. If we could find the front and get it pretty easy, I thought she was a real good shot,” Chappenden said. “I got a bit worried at the top of the straight. She just got a bit lost out in front, but when she heard them coming she just got going again.” Chappenden blotted his copybook for the first time in Victoria when Stewart’s Polly Put Kettleon finished fourth behind stablemate Imperials Reason in the Hip Pocket Workwear and Safety Castlemaine Pace lateron Saturday night’s Melton card. Julie Douglas-trained filly Remi Lou claimed the $24,000 Hygain Premiere Stakes for the two-year-olds, with the night’s other feature going to eight-year-old marvel Bulletproof Boy, who won his 34th career race in the Betavet Markovina Free For All for trainer-driver Scott Ewen. The opening leg of Douglas’ double was Courageous Saint’s victory in the opening event of the night – his first start since returning to the stable from Queensland.

Sky is the limit for premiership winning captain By Tara Murray Taylors Hill’s Chand Negi didn’t start playing cricket until she was 38, but wishes she had a lot earlier. After going down to the nets with her son, she decided to take up the sport playing for Burnside Springs in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association. A premiership in her first year and a finals appearance in her second season, Negi decided that she wanted to test herself at a higher level. “I felt like I wanted to challenge myself and see if I can play a higher level of cricket,” she said. “I went to some trials at a couple of premier clubs. Carlton Cricket Club gave me the opportunity to play there. “I was so excited when I was given the offer to play cricket. I had a great time in my first

season 2020-21 of premier cricket. “We made it to the grand final and won the final. We were premiers of the inaugural third XI competition.” Negi became captain of Carlton’s third XI last season, a role she continued to hold this season. She became a premiership winning captain last month. “We’ve worked really hard for the last two years and I was captain as we played our grand final against Geelong,” she said. “It was a nail biting finish as it was a tie. As we finished on top of the ladder we won the premiership.” Negi said she was extremely proud to have captained a premiership winning side, saying she hoped that it would inspire others to take up the sport at an older age. “To have five premiership medals and four of them being Inaugural comps is massive,”

she said. “I’m so proud and privileged to have been given the opportunities. “What I learnt through my journey is it’s never too late. Don’t let age be a barrier to what you want to do in life. “If you’re willing to work hard, anything is possible. I play cricket not only to fulfil my dream of playing cricket but also to inspire and be a role model for young girls and women.” Having represented Team Nepal at the Melbourne Stars League and Victoria at the national over-40 competition last season, Negi has her eyes on even more achievements. “I thought playing in over-40s for my state of Victoria was one my biggest achievements but to win a premiership as a captain probably takes over,” she said. “My next goal is to be selected to play for Australia in the over 40s Inaugural competition.”

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The Centrals fall short

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Values drew new recruit By Tara Murray When Kahli Johnson decided to join Western United, it wasn’t just about getting more game time in the A-League Women’s competition. Having made three A-League appearances last season for Sydney FC, Johnson decided to make the move down to Melbourne and United. “I really enjoyed the opportunity to move to a different city,” she said. “To move away from home for the first time was exciting. “The club has been really welcoming and family orientated. It was about the opportunity to come to a club that has such strong values. “You want to get game time wherever you are, but nothing was promised and I had to work hard for my spot. “It has really paid off.” Johnson has played in 13 games for United this season, starting in seven of them. In the most recent game against the Newcastle Jets, she scored not only her first

goal, but her second for United. Johnson said she had been really happy with her season. “I’m someone who is really focused on improving myself and the team,” she said. “I want to keep improving on things and work really hard in developing certain areas of my game. “The first goal has been a while coming, it was really good for myself. To get a second one was good, hopefully it’ll kick start a few more.” It’ll be a couple of weeks between games for Johnson as she heads to the Kyrgyz Republic with the Young Matildas for the first round of qualification for the 2024 AFC under-20 Asian Cup. Johnson has been part of the Young Matildas side for a couple of years and she’s excited to get another opportunity. “I’m really happy to get the call up,” she said. “It’s a new group of girls that have not played many games together. “It will be a great experience to go overseas with the girls.” The Young Matildas have just come off

a training camp, held in Western United’s backyard in Wyndham. Johnson said it was good to see local soccer fans, many who are Western United fans, come out and interact with the side. The camp also included a match against Western United. “I enjoyed that,” Johnson said. “It was pretty cool to play against my friends. “You’re a bit more competitive on the field. I really enjoyed it.” While Johnson is focused on her Australian commitments, she’s also focused on helping United concert their strong form into something else. United in their first season sit atop the table. Johnson, like many of her other teammates, wanted to make a point that they weren’t just making up the numbers this season. “We want to win,” she said. “We’ll do everything we can to make that happen. It’s exciting for the rest of the season.”

Melton Centrals’ hopes of sneaking into the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 5 finals fell short. After starting to put together some good form in the back half of the season, Centrals needed an outright win in the final round against Seabrook to finish fourth. Centrals made 2-232 and declared after 65 overs. Chathura Jayanath hit his first century for Centrals, finishing 103 not out. After getting to 0-26, Seabrook lost two late wickets and resumed at 2-29. Seabrook was on track for a decent score at 4-99, but the wickets started falling. Seabrook lost 6-27 to be all out for 126. Warren Haffenden was the pick of the bowlers, with four wickets. The Centrals sent Seabrook back in as it tried to go for the outright and the whole 10 points. Seabrook put on 71 for the first wicket to making the going tough. While Seabrook lost three quick wickets, it did enough to keep Centrals out. Seabrook finished 3-118. Centrals finished the season in sixth, with Jacana getting a final round outright win against Barclay Street Uniting to overtake it. Melton South Royals finished the regular season with a big win against Burnside Springs. The Royals made 229 6-229 before bowling Burnside out for 126. Burnside made 6-173 before declaring to give the Royals a chance at an outright win. The Royals fell short, restricted to 1-57 in their second innings. The Royals finished the regular season in third and will face East Coburg in the first week of finals.

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