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Getting active Pupils at St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School in Tarneit will join more than 350,000 students across the nation who will ride, walk, scoot and skate to school on National Ride2School Day on Friday, March 24. National Ride2School Day is Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel and the peak of the nationwide Ride2School program which works to help children get their 60 minutes of daily exercise by riding a bike to school. St John the Apostle bike education teacher Jill Stevenson said last year, 75 per cent of pupils participated in the program. “Ride2school day teaches students that active transport is a great way to get to school. It’s fun, they can do it with friends or family, and it’s great for both the environment and their health and well being,” she said. National Ride2School Day is a free event open to all primary and secondary schools in Australia. Schools that register have access to a range of resources to help them celebrate the day, including posters, promotional material, stickers and count sheets to tally the number of students who ride to school. St John The Apostle pupils Bilen, Grace, Alier, Alina and Jayne. (Damjan Janevski) 322206_03
Angry mum spared jail By Emily Wood, AAP A mother-of-three was drunk and angry after her boyfriend assaulted her during an argument about their approaches to parenting when she flung him from a car, almost killing him. Tara McConchie, 37, faced the County Court in Melbourne on Wednesday, March 8 where she avoided a jail sentence after pleading guilty to negligently causing injury to her then-partner in March 2021. The couple of 10 years had been drinking all afternoon and into the evening at a Point
Cook house party when they began arguing about their differing approaches to parenting and her boyfriend assaulted her. She went outside to their four-wheel drive, which had her boyfriend’s jetski attached on a trailer, and drove off. McConchie returned and then stopped on a suburban road near the party, where she tried to unhitch the trailer. Her partner yelled at her and then jumped onto the 4WD, holding on to the roof rack. She revved the motor, but he stayed clinging to the car when she began accelerating.
She got up to 41km/h and then hit the brakes, flinging him off the vehicle and onto the road. He suffered serious head injuries, including a brain haemorrhage, skull fractures and nerve damage, requiring surgery and rehabilitation. “Driving at all with a blood alcohol level of 0.186 is highly dangerous and illegal,” Judge Gerard Mullaly said. “Serious injury if not death was inevitable.” He handed McConchie a three-year community corrections order and ordered she undertake 300 hours of unpaid community work.
Judge Mullaly said his sentence took into account “the whole picture” of the offending, including domestic violence and that the victim jumped on the car and remained there after she revved the engine. “This is a merciful sentence to allow you to remain outside prison, but if you don’t do what’s required of you, you will go to prison almost inevitably,” he said. McConchie, who was supported in court by her new partner, was also disqualified from driving for two years. 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
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Call for more CFA volunteers By Liam McNally Amid a decade of decreasing CFA volunteers statewide, Eynesbury CFA is keen to get more volunteers at its local brigade. Eynesbury Brigade community safety co-ordinator Adrian Kendall said adding to the 35 members would take the pressure off existing volunteers to respond to every event. “We don’t have an ideal number – the more we get the easier that it gets on the people that are currently doing it,” he said. “We’re currently struggling for day time responders with the majority of our volunteers working nine-to-five. Retirees or work from home people would be fantastic, people that
can get the truck out the door during the day. “The more people that show up the more it gives consistent volunteers a break.” Statewide, CFA volunteer numbers have been declining over the last decade. Operational firefighters are down by more than 9000 from 2012-23, and last year CFA fell short of their target number by more than 8000 operational volunteers, CFA data shows. A CFA spokesperson said it’s “common” for volunteer numbers to fluctuate, and CFA still has “strong” membership of more than 52,000 volunteers. “CFA has never drawn on its full pool of operational volunteers in any given year … during the most recent extreme campaign
fires in the 2019-2020 fire season. CFA deployed around 6800 firefighters to fires in both Victoria and interstate,” the spokesperson said. “Last year, CFA welcomed more than 2200 new volunteer members and around 300 junior members across the state. In addition, CFA currently has more than 3000 volunteer applications at various stages of the recruitment process.” Mr Kendall said despite a “downward trend” during COVID, volunteer Eynesbury gains about four to six new members a year. “We’ve been holding our numbers steady but with the way Eynesbury is growing we’d like to increase that,” he said.
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Wyndham libraries open after dark Wyndham Libraries After Dark program is running at Point Cook library on Thursday evenings. The library opening hours have been extended until 9pm until the end of June, offering the community a great range of free programs and events. Wyndham learning city portfolio holder councillor Jasmine Hill said the community can enjoy the regular range of library services during the extended hours and come in and
chat with friendly staff, borrow a book, use a computer or relax in our welcoming space. “The first activity at Libraries After Dark was a book club kit selection night for our 31 registered book clubs,“ she said. “It was a success with lots of networking and discussion occurring.” Other activities scheduled include Introduction to street photography and reading after dark for adults, as well as a late-night session of the popular craft and
conversation program. The highlight activity is Jessica Dettmann in conversation with Sally Hepworth – In Person and Online on March 30 at 7pm-8pm. Libraries After Dark is a state government-funded initiative that seeks to increase social connections and reduce social isolation, a well-established risk factor for gambling harm. Details: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ services/libraries/adults/libraries-after-dark
Greenfield 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.
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Murad Mamiyo has been named as the recipient for One Wyndham for March. Murad has been actively volunteering for the Wyndham bright young leaders program for the past three years. Through volunteering, Murad has developed and built his confidence, public speaking and event organisation skills and now proudly hosts and MC’s at Wyndham bright young leaders events and online sessions. He has dreams of becoming a professional soccer player and later on joining the legal profession as a judge. Wyndham mayor Susan McIntyre said that Murad is a fantastic role model. “He has embraced his volunteering role and has made a positive difference to many young people.” “He has shown determination in building his public speaking skills and is now confidently presenting as an MC. “Wyndham City thanks and appreciates the contribution Murad has made and continues to make to the Wyndham community.” One Wyndham recipients are residents aged between 12 and 25 who positively contribute to the Wyndham community and are role models to other young people. Winners are awarded a $300 gift voucher of their choice and other prizes.
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Tarneit’s Moondara Street Park has a new lease on life thanks to upgrades that have been recently completed. Wyndham council spent $1.2 million on improvements to the park which include new playground equipment across two playground areas, nature play areas, a half-court with basketball and netball hoop, picnic facilities and barbecue, upgraded pathways and a new circuit path connection, new seating, landscaping upgrades and public toilet facilities. Wyndham councillor Peter Maynard said the Moondara Street Park upgrade will provide Tarneit residents with a much-improved
outdoor gathering space and a fun area for children of all ages. “We know how important it is for Wam families to have open spaces close to home,” he said. “These works will create a more pleasant and welcoming space for the whole family and are part of council’s strategy to address ageing infrastructure within several Wyndham reserves as detailed in the play space strategy and open space strategy.” The official opening of the park was celebrated on Saturday with a free barbecue and coffee during the day, followed by food trucks and an evening screening of Bollywood hit, Barfi.
Police have charged a man following a pursuit through Point Cook on March 11. According to police, the Air Wing first observed the man riding a Yamaha motorcycle at an allegedly excessive speed on the Monash Freeway about noon. As the man continued to travel over the Westgate Bridge south towards the Princes Freeway, the Air Wing observed the rider allegedly weaving erratically through traffic. He was tracked to a residential address, where he was arrested. The 19-year-old Point Cook man has been charged with numerous traffic offences, his motorcycle was impounded for 30 days and his licence was suspended. He was bailed to appear at the Werribee Magistrates Court on September 18. FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Wyndham Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly
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Primary care clinic is now open The Werribee Priority Primary Care Centre (PPCC) has officially opened. The GP-led centre is now accepting appointments and walk-ins and is suitable to handle a range of conditions and illnesses that require an urgent response but not necessarily a trip in an ambulance or a visit to an emergency department. The state government hopes the Werribee PPCC, located at 1/5 Station Place, will ease some of the pressure on the doctors and nurses at the Werribee Mercy Hospital, and will
provide access to urgent care on evenings and weekends when many people would otherwise struggle to find a last-minute GP appointment. “We know it’s hard to see a GP urgently right now. The Werribee Priority Primary Care Centre will give people better access to free care close to home without the need to attend an emergency department,” Werribee MP Tim Pallas said. “We know from other Priority Primary Care Centres already up and running around Victoria that they are a proven way to ease pressure on our local hospital.”
A GP and nurse are on site at all times, ready and able to treat a range of conditions such as mild infections, fractures and burns. In addition, the PPCC will offer diagnostic services including pathology and medical imaging. Working in close partnership with their local health service and with Primary Health Networks, PPCCs already in operation across the state have seen more than 12,000 patients, the state government says many of these patients have been directly referred from EDs
with others saying they would have had little choice but to present to an ED if it weren’t for this new primary care option. People with non-urgent medical conditions should still, in the first instance, visit their GP for standard care or to get any prescriptions for medications they may require. If facing a medical emergency, people should still call Triple Zero or present to the emergency department. Details: www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/ priority-primary-care-centres-ppccs.
Aloisi re-signs as coach John Aloisi will continue on as Western United coach for another two A-League Men’s seasons. The Socceroos legend joined the club last season, taking it to the championship, the club’s first. Aloisi will now take Western United into its next great milestone as the club prepares to move into its home in the west. Aloisi said he felt a strong connection with the club and embraced his responsibility to continue making dreams come true in the west. “I am extremely grateful to everyone at Western United for the faith they have shown in me and for the opportunity to continue to lead the club into the future,” he said. “I have been excited by the journey this club is on since the day that I joined, and I am thankful for the chance to continue to help lead that journey. “We have enjoyed many memorable moments as a club already and I am looking forward to sharing plenty more special memories with our fans in the future.”
Football general manager Mal Impiombato said Aloisi’s impact on the club’s culture and his immediate understanding of its purpose meant he was the perfect leader to move into the future. “John has bought into our vision, our identity and our philosophy as a club from the moment he arrived,” he said. “Last season, John was able to entrench our values into our playing group and extend on the existing foundations developed by the club, leading us to the A-League Men’s championship. “John’s impact on the entire club environment and the standards that are set here has been integral, through his work ethic, dedication and his qualities as a person.”
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A year 12 student leads the school community at the college’s opening year Mass. Right: Students strive to help each other achieve success in all areas. (Pictures: Supplied)
MacKillop College community is ‘United in Service’ Each year, the college community at MacKillop choose a theme to both highlight and strengthen a characteristic of the Catholic ethos. It is an adage woven through the college’s curriculum and designed to prepare students for a future beyond the college. The theme for 2023, supported by Mary MacKillop’s words “Find happiness in making others happy,” is United in Service. It is an important reminder that acts of service are essential to our connection to God and each other, as it allows us to focus
on the needs of others. For the MacKillop community, this year, it is a call to action. As Pope Francis explained at World Youth Day in Panama, in helping those who are suffering, young people can find “a strength that can change the world. It is a revolution that can overturn the powerful forces at work in our world. It is the ‘revolution’ of service”. MacKillop College truly is United in Service, with both teachers and students striving to help each other achieve success in all areas, including academically, spiritually, culturally and socially. The theme is used
as a framework for student-led exploration, discussion and to raise an awareness of current political and social issues. Students are provided with guidance to become advocates for causes they believe in. Extracurricular clubs, including HarMack (a group focused on world harmony and social justice) and EcoMack (an environmental and sustainability group) work to make sure students’ efforts can contribute to the betterment and preservation of the local community. The VCE Vocational Major pathway puts
an emphasis on charity and community outreach. Students get hands-on philanthropic experience with multiple projects aimed at raising funds, volunteering for local services, and collecting and donatingdomestic essentials for St Vincent de Paul Society. The annual theme is designed to complement the school motto, ‘Celebrating all life; Challenging all people; Dreaming the new day.’ Students and staff live and learn for a brighter, more inclusive future, striving to follow in Mary MacKillop’s footstep.
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Settling into school can be challenging for some kids With term one of the school year coming to an end, many children have been settling into the school year, while others may have struggled with their transition to a new year level this year. For many students the school day can feel scary and exciting, leaving parents anxious on how to best support their child and encourage them to attend every day, especially if your child is having difficulties. UNSW Professor Andrew Martin is an expert in educational psychology and said it’s common for academic adjustment problems to occur in children, but it’s important to understand why. “Is it will, skill, or both?” he questions. “If the problem is will, it refers to the motivation and engagement aspects of school life. “There are positive parts to motivation and engagement, such as self-belief and effort—as well as negative aspects, such as anxiety and procrastination.” Whereas, he says skill refers to a child’s ability to learn and perform at school. “It might be that they have difficulty in understanding information and the key concepts required to engage with a subject,” Professor Martin said. “Or, they may have functional problems with things like literacy, numeracy, and even executive functions such as paying attention and focusing. “It is important to identify which aspects the child is struggling with as early as possible because one can impact the other. For example, a student can lose motivation in the face of ongoing reading difficulties.” To further help your child settle in this year, Deakin University early childhood education lecturer, Dr Charlotte Wilders explains the importance of engaging a child’s voice. “Research focusing on educational transitions has identified that strong relationships between families and teachers are crucial to achieving a successful transition
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experience,” Dr Wilders said. She urges parents to assist children who are struggling by supporting them through dialogue with their teachers. “When you share information about your family culture and your child’s interests
you effectively enable the teacher to create a learning space which acts as a bridge between home and school,” she said. “When parents and teachers access children’s voices to determine their interests, individual experiences can be created that
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More families are choosing a Catholic education A record number of students enrolled in the catholic education system last year, according to data from the Australian Bureau of statistics (ABS), showing a great support for faith-based education. According to the data from the 2022 census, 795,368 children were enrolled last year, compared to 787,181 enrolments observed in 2021. National Catholic Education executive director Jacinta Collins believes the data represents the value many Australian families put upon educating their children in a faith based academic experience. “The latest Census data shows Catholic
education remains the major provider of education outside of government, with enrolments growing,” she said. Also advising that in the last 12 months alone that ten new catholic schools opened across Australia, meaning even more families can access a catholic education. “It is a timely reminder that school choice is a highly valued component of the Australian education system and parents want an authentic faith-based education for their children,” Ms Collins said. “As the largest provider of faith-based schooling in Australia, this growth shows the great importance Catholic school families place
on choosing a school that meets the needs of their child and reflects their values and beliefs.” Additionally, the ABS data identified that there was an even larger increase in independent school enrolments, jumping 12.5 per cent in last year’s census. ABS head of education statistics, Ellouise Roberts said, “Over the past decade, enrolments in independent schools increased by over 25 per cent (130,306)”. However, government schools continue to maintain the strong hold of enrolments, with 64.5 per cent of overall enrolments observed last year, Catholic schools had 19.7 per cent and independent schools had 15.9 per cent.
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Invicta Is Opening Its Doors To The Youngest Of Aspirational Athletes with our Mini-Stars Physical Literacy Program Operating out of Avalon Airport Oval in Werribee, the program is specifically designed to target the social, physical, and emotional wellbeing of children aged 3-6 years.
Mini-Stars covers basic sporting skills such as: Throwing • Catching • Kicking • Running • Jumping • Balance Mini-Stars is a pilot project for Invicta Education and thanks to a grant from Wyndham City Council, the 6-week program cost has been reduced to a very affordable $50pp for all registered participants. To register your interest visit www.invictaperformance.com.au/education
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Helping youth into work By Matthew Sims Braybrook-based South Sudanese community body SUDD Foundation has launched a new education, training and jobs placement program for South Sudanese individuals throughout Melbourne’s western suburbs. Funded via the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, the Job Support program would focus on guiding young South Sudanese people to successful job opportunities. Foundation board co-chair Bol Marchar said a lack of job opportunities was one of the
major contributors to youth disengagement, which in turn lead to crime and anti-social behaviour. “Lack of job preparedness has been a key factor in this,” he said. “Until now, organisations like ours have only been able to assist in addressing some of the peripheral issues, with limited counselling, resume writing and community activities. “Through the Job Support program, we are building our capacity to engage directly with prospective employers, education and training institutions and other government and non-government agencies to deliver a
range of services that can give our job seekers a better chance of success.” The foundation team has already hit the ground running, establishing a database of available jobs and preparing to offer a wide range of services, including career counselling, job preparation workshops, one-on-one interview preparation sessions and IT training. The first round of state government funding towards the program would support the recruitment of suitably qualified facilitators, trainers, assessors and client service personnel, as well as the installation of
relevant technology, such as online training equipment. Board co-chair Guy Gilbert said the group would be striving to provide local job opportunities as much as possible. “We are currently reaching out to local businesses to support us, not only in using our services for recruitment but also to provide on-the-job training, mentorship and even bursaries and other funding to retrain adults returning to the workforce,” he said. “For a lot of newly arrived migrants … the employment pathway can be a daunting and bumpy one.”
Boost to job access A youth hub has opened in Wyndham, giving young people access to employment coaches to help them get their foot in the job market. The hub is part of Youth Projects’ Youth4Jobs program, which was expanded to the western suburbs last year. According to Youth Projects, the rate of young people not currently studying or working in the west reached 14.2 per cent, during the pandemic, compared with 11.2 per cent statewide. “Young people in the west of Melbourne need us most right now, and we aren’t going to sit around waiting for them to find us. We’re taking our highly successful model from the north-west of Melbourne to the west. We’ll meet young people where they’re at and provide the opportunities they desperately need right now,” Youth Projects chief executive Ben Vasiliou said.
The program has already helped 343 young people in Wyndham to access experienced mentors who focus on preparing, placing, and sustaining them into employment. “As an outreach service, the program is able to pick up young people and take them to job interviews, spend quality one-on-one time with them, and support them with any additional needs they may have related to securing employment or housing. We take a holistic approach to addressing the barriers faced by young people, including mental health support, food relief, housing support, community engagement, and even funding for driving lessons,” Mr Vasiliou said. Youth Projects chief executive Ben Vasiliou, deputy chair Monica Gould and chair Melanie Raymond. (Damjan Janevski) 323393
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Get ready for monster truck mayhem at Calder Park An action packed day full of chaos and carnage is coming to Calder Park when the monster truck grand final arrives, featuring special guests and unbelievable stunts. Gravity defying Crusty Demons legends, Bubba and Seth, are back Down Under for the mammoth monster truck display and they’re stoked to be heading to Calder Park for a day not to be missed. ‘O.G.’ Crusty Demon and action sports icon Bubba said he is keen to be here, reminiscing about the last time he was at Calder Park, when he left the arena with a green whistle in hand, nursing a very sore body after a crash landing. It’ll be a day jam-packed full of pre-show entertainment, with dodgem cars, amusement rides and even the opportunity to ride in a monster truck with Bubba behind the wheel. Monster truck driver and co-organiser Troy Garcia said the show is led by the monster trucks, but there’s so much more to enjoy. There’ll be jet cars lighting up the night sky, burnout cars, freestyle motocross performances to bring that Crusty Demons feel, and the crowd favourite demolition derby set to wreak havoc. “There really is just so much in this show that each person will like a different part of it,” Troy said. “People can bring their own chairs and blankets and with plenty of stuff happening beforehand, this show is about meeting the fans, with Crusty Demons mingling and meeting people around the grounds.” With a lot of gratitude for Australian fans, Bubba said, “We have so much love for them, they made us go to the next level and get us to come back year after year, it gives you a lot of gumption to create more”. Tickets will be available at the gate on the day with plenty of parking available.
Crusty Demons legend Bubba and one of the mammoth monster trucks set to tear up at Calder Park. (Joe Mastroianni) 322705_03
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New partnership for volunteers By Matthew Sims Australian Multicultural Community Services (AMCS) is entering a new phase of its journey to support volunteers driving better community health and wellbeing in the western region of Melbourne, announcing a new partnership with Volunteer West. Volunteer West is a leader in inclusive volunteering practices and a dedicated volunteer resource centre, with a focus on inclusive volunteering experiences to support personal well-being and community resilience.
With a head office in Maidstone, AMCS is a not-for-profit charity with 40 years of experience in supporting people in multicultural communities through a number of services, including home care for seniors, volunteering, social engagement, adult education and employment pathways. AMCS chief executive Elizabeth Drozd said AMCS is proud to welcome Volunteer West into the organisation. “We look forward to continuing their considerable legacy of volunteer engagement and volunteering best practice,” she said.
“I would like to personally thank the staff, volunteers and board of Volunteer West and acknowledge the impact that their services and programs have had on communities in the western suburbs to date. “The impact of volunteers on the community cannot be overstated.” AMCS chairperson Russell Howard said the partnership will result in positive outcomes for all parties. “In our efforts to provide care and support for those in the community, we are delighted that Volunteer West have recognised our
commitment as we look to expand on their substantial impact to date,” he said. “I have no doubt that the knowledge and experience of the Volunteer West team will work to strengthen our volunteering practices.” Volunteer West board president Roland Selvanayagam said “The board unanimously decided that joining Australian Multicultural Community Services would be the best synergistic option for Volunteer West going forward, to continue on a shared path and to open up new opportunities to help the community”.
Charity drives for a cure Rotary Club of Werribee members and business representatives teed off for a good cause last week, raising about $25,000 for cancer research. More than 125 players from the club and local businesses took to the Werribee Park Golf Course as part of its annual charity golf day on Friday, March 10, with more than 140 then enjoying a formal lunch and presentation. The club has been hosting an annual charity golf day for more than 35 years. Club president Ian Hovey said the event was a “fabulous” success for the club. “As usual, we got a full field of players on the course,” he said. The club has planned to donate the funds raised to cancer research conducted by Victoria University Werribee campus lead medical research scientist Professor Vasso Apostolopoulos. She and her team has undertaken an
extensive body of work over the past 30 years. Professor Apostolopoulos has been the driving force behind the creation of various vaccines and drugs to tackle a number of health issues, including breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreatic cancer, with her work also including research into other diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Mr Hovey said Professor Apostolopoulos and her team were doing “wonderful work”. “This will go a long way to helping them do more significant research,” he said. The team from Werribee Sand Soil & Mini Mix took out the top honours on the day for the second time in the past three years. Mr Hovey said a team of volunteers led by Ross Conley, as well as local sponsors, contributed to the event’s success. “We have some great volunteers and great help,” he said. Matthew Sims
Rotary Club of Werribee president-elect Kim Deneys and past president Graham Roper enjoyed the club’s annual charity golf event. (Damjan Janevski) 323396_01
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By Alesha Capone Demand for birthing suites at Werribee Mercy Hospital has reached capacity. The hospital welcomed 3833 babies in 2020, slightly lower than the 3888 babies delivered there in 2019. Health services chief executive Jason Payne said Werribee Mercy Hospital’s birthing numbers had remained steady over the past two years because the birthing suites were unable to accommodate any more expectant mums. He said some pregnant women within the Werribee Mercy Hospital catchment are
being forced to use services at public hospitals outside the area. “The demand exists for Werribee Mercy Hospital to deliver more babies locally but this cannot occur without expanded facilities,” Mr Payne said. “It would be preferable that local families had access to more of the best high quality and safe public birthing services at Werribee Mercy Hospital, so they don’t have to travel.” Mr Payne said planning was under way to boost the capacity of the birthing suites. “A third stage of Werribee Mercy Hospital, which is currently in the final stages of planning, will involve the creation of more
birthing suites, additional post-natal beds, and other ante and post-natal facilities, accompanied by additional midwifery and nursing staff. “Based on demand for existing maternity services, it is projected that Werribee Mercy Hospital would be well placed to meet an anticipated increase in demand of up to 30 per cent more babies in the western metro area.” Mr Payne said Mercy Health has been working with the Victorian Health and Human Services Building Authority and the Department of Health and Human Services since 2016 to prepare for the future needs of Werribee Mercy.
In November’s state budget, $4.8 million was allocated to finalise planning for the third stage of the hospital’s development. “We have acknowledged publicly the funding was a clear sign the voices of the people of the west of Melbourne are being heard and government is committed to meeting a major upgrade,” Mr Payne said. Mercy Health Group chief executive, Adjunct Professor Stephen Cornelissen, said the next stage of Werribee Mercy Hospital’s construction required $300 million in funding “to ensure the people of Wyndham receive the level and quality of health services they deserve and need”.
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Captain Starlights entertain a young patient at the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital. (Ssupplied)
Stars align for sick kids Last week Western Health welcomed some very special visitors – two Captain Starlights from the Starlight Children’s Foundation. The captains visited Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Sunshine Hospital paediatric emergency department, singing and telling jokes, and brightening up the day for hospitalised kids. The captains were launching their new virtual platform Planet Starlight, an innovative and interactive virtual platform designed to deliver engaging, positive distraction for sick kids in every hospital in Australia anywhere, anytime at the click
of a button. Free to register and easily accessible from an internet-enabled device, Planet Starlight features daily, interactive livestreams uniquely shaped by the participation of the kids watching and hosted by Starlight’s superhero of fun, Captain Starlight. Hospitalised kids lead the play, participating in challenges, quizzes and can even share their creations in a virtual art gallery. Joan Kirner women’s and children’s services divisional director Wendy Watson said “this service will be an amazing resource for the children in our care”.
“Being able to interact with Captain Starlight on the platform through live shows by sending in dares, jokes and answering quiz questions will really help cheer up kids who are sick, and in an unfamiliar environment. We’re really happy to support this great initiative, and would like to sincerely thank the Starlight Foundation for making it available to us.” Planet Starlight has been rolled out to patients in 19 metro and regional hospitals across Australia since its launch in November, with another 20 nationwide planned by June 2023.
Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are uniting to tackle aggravated burglaries including those that result in motor vehicle theft. The new campaign—called ‘LIGHTS. CAMERA. CATCH ‘EM.’—calls on the community to share what they know about this type of offending and submit footage of suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers. Crime Statistics Agency figures show there were 4214 residential aggravated burglary offences in Victoria during the year ending 30 September 2022. This represents a 12.7 per cent increase on the previous period. Crime Stoppers Victoria chief executive Stella Smith said: “By regularly reviewing your CCTV cameras and sharing any suspicious activity recorded, you could assist investigators and help protect your community. “We need the community’s assistance to help police catch perpetrators and prevent any further home break-ins or people’s cars being stolen from their own driveway. “We want the community to know that collaboration is key to preventing and solving these incidents. “If you see something, say something.” The community is urged to share CCTV footage and any information about suspicious activity with Crime Stoppers via crimestoppersvic.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.
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YouTuber embraces the unique A new YouTube show is giving those living with autism and neurodiversity a voice as Jena Carr discovered.
YouTube series Unique Equality creator Darcy Gaynor said he wanted to provide a platform for people on the autism spectrum to share their stories. (Pictures: Jena Carr) 321243
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new YouTube show is looking to inspire inclusion and remove negativity surrounding people living with autism. Darcy Gaynor created the YouTube talk show series Unique Equality for people on the autism spectrum and the neurodiverse community to have a platform to share their stories. “I did a pilot with myself, just to introduce the show and what it was going to be about and examine up my life and I want others to express theirs as well,” he said.
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“It took me time to embrace the individuality, and that’s why I do this stuff because there are people out there that might grow up with this. “I want neurotypical people to treat us like equals, get respect and just look at us like we matter and stop looking at us like we don’t matter.” Darcy said he has battled with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), neurodiversity (a difference in the human brain and cognition) and cystic fibrosis from a young age. “Cystic fibrosis impacts on the lungs and digestion system,” he said. “I was born with it, so I’ve got to take enzymes before I eat anything except for fruits, and I do a lot of exercises to get me going. “I used to have masks growing up because I coughed a lot when I was younger, and 12 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 15 March, 2023
growing up at school, I struggled to fit in a bit. “I had seven operations and had to take tablets. I also had constant pain in the back and kept coughing out. “I used to have speech and language problems, so I said the wrong things or lost track of listening. “It took me time to find the right people, and sometimes I have trouble reading people’s emotions, whether they’re being sincere or if they’re mocking. “I started to get more intelligent, focused, confident, improve my social life and my learning.” Darcy said he took regular acting classes and helped out as a teacher’s assistant during the studio’s adult classes. “With my students and me, we’ve been through a lot in our lives,” he said. “We thought we might express it with everyone else and try to help people get back on track, get equality out of it, and find what makes us unique in our own way, which we’re all different. “I thought it would be a good idea for a talk show, trying to change people’s lives and help those struggling to get back on track.” Darcy said he was initially nervous about being the show’s presenter but eventually got used to being in the role. “I felt nervous at the start, it took me a few takes to do the pilot and it took me two days to find the right one to do,” he said. “It’s a really good experience. I get to direct and everything. “I just hope people watch the show and get inspired.” Darcy said he hoped the show would remove some harsh stereotypes associated with the autism and disabled community. “It’s been a positive experience for myself and hopefully my wonderful guests and those who have viewed the videos,” he said.
Darcy setting up a light to help film his show.
“It’s about inspiring neurotypical people to treat the neurodiverse people like equals and encourage them to embrace their capabilities. “We should be out there and treated as normal, have good access to opportunities, and break down the physical and stereotypical barriers. “I think people should be treated like equals and not be excluded.” Darcy said he was still deciding whether he would do a season two of the show but had some guest ideas in mind encase the show continued. “I just want to see you know how it goes.
I had a few people in mind I might ask,” he said. “I got some people I know who are on the spectrum, a councillor who is, and a friend who is. “I did also join a community group called the My Story project (a group that allows people with lived disability experience to share their stories) which is full of people that are on the spectrum, and I think I have them in mind if they’re interested.” Darcy said he was also an aspiring actor and has had roles as an extra in television shows and movies Nitram, Wentworth, Liars and a Sports Bet advertisement that he sourced through his talent agency Real People. “I’m trying to make a career through my acting because I’ve been here (Screenactors) for eight years learning,” he said. “I’m an artist as well, I get my artwork out there, and I’m a writer. “I draw every night at home. I like to draw illustrations for my books, and sometimes I draw cartoons that I make up.” Darcy said he wanted to thank guests Kara Stephenson, Nicholas Walsh, Maree McGlynn, Luke Ryan, Kate Law, and Lochie Campbell, who agreed to appear in his weekly videos. He said his main goal behind the show was to help channel inner peace within others. “We’re all human,” he said. “I want to remind people to stay strong and to keep putting themselves out there. “Do some meditation or find something to take your mind off what is affecting you. “It teaches us that we’re all different and it depends on our personalities, not our appearance. “I’ve learned that we’re all unique in our own ways.” People can watch Unique Equality free on YouTube or check out Darcy’s artwork on Instagram at darcygaynor18 or Facebook at FineLinesD.G.
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Big future for tiny golden chick An adorable, critically endangered chick is taking its first wobbly steps at Werribee Open Range Zoo, marking a significant milestone in threatened species conservation. The newly hatched plains-wanderer chick, affectionately referred to by the zoo’s threatened species keepers as a “pompom on stilts”, weighs just five grams at hatching and is one of the rarest birds in the world with only 1000 remaining in the wild. Werribee Open Range Zoo natives life sciences manager Yvette Pauligk said the golden-spotted chick with exceptionally long legs is thriving in the zoo’s conservation space while being closely observed by threatened species keepers working to save the species from extinction. “The chick is progressing really well and is absolutely beautiful, it looks like a pom-pom on stilts as their legs are already adult-size when they’re born,” Ms Pauligk said. “This little one is extremely valuable to the plains-wanderer breeding program and is a candidate to be released into the wild in the future.” In evolutionary terms, plains-wanderers are genetically distinct from any other species on the planet and are the last family on their evolutionary line. Werribee Open Range Zoo has successfully bred a total of 38 plains-wanderers since the zoo’s threatened species centre opened in 2017. While plains-wanderers are typically born in clutches of four or five eggs, this miracle-chick
Six-day-old plain-wanderers chick. (Werribee Open Range Zoo)
is the only one that hatched in January. Ms Pauligk said threatened species conservation work is an ever-evolving field and the team is taking the opportunity to learn from the new chick.
“Things don’t always go to plan in threatened species conservation and there’s still so much we’re learning about this quirky bird species. This chick is so precious precisely because it helps us to better understand how best to breed
plains-wanderers,“ she said. The fluffy Australian-native chick is growing more independent each day and beginning to move away from its father who is tasked with protecting his offspring in their first few weeks of life. “The dad’s responsibility is to keep that little chick warm for the first three weeks, but now the chick is starting to become more confident and explore on its own, which are positive behaviours that we’re thrilled to see,” Ms Pauligk said. The plains-wanderer was once widespread throughout the grasslands of Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. Habitat destruction, impacts from over grazing, introduced predators, and extreme weather events resulted in the species’ population plummeting 85 per cent during the past 20 years, driving them to the brink of extinction. Today, they live in two remaining strongholds in Victoria’s Northern Plains and the New South Wales Riverina. Ms Pauligk said Werribee Open Range Zoo’s breeding programs and wild release trials are two of many important conservation techniques helping to re-establish a self-sufficient and thriving wild plains-wanderer population. “It’s essential that we and other organisations around Australia breed these birds to have an insurance population in case something happens in the wild, such as the recent floods we had in Victoria. But it’s also important that we do have a healthy population of birds that we can release into the wild when those conditions are right,“ Ms Pauligk said. The plains-wanderer is one of 27 Australian priority threatened species that Zoos Victoria is committed to saving from extinction. Every visit to Werribee Open Range Zoo contributes to this fighting extinction work.
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An F/A-18F Super Hornet in action.
Avalon Airshow bigger than ever Avalon Airshow was back bigger and – unless you were caught in the traffic chaos – better than ever. A reported 80,000 people a day went through the gates for the public days from Friday-Sunday, while the trade days earlier in the week recorded a 24 per cent increase in attendees compared to the 2019 event. Star Weekly
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Above: MXS-R Extra 300L aerobatics with Matt Hall and Emma McDonald. Below: The Sky Aces aerobatic team.
An English Electric Canberra landing.
Major Clint Carter with Nova, a quadruped being used in experiments by the Australian Army.
Chris and Nicole Kelly from Ballarat with their children Jedd and Eden.
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Aruna and Varun Yarlagatti from Cranbourne with their son Aaryan.
Jacob and Isaac from Geelong. Andrew and Luke Horton from Melbourne look to the skies.
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Four youths will spend three months in prison after being convicted in Werribee Court of stripping, smashing, burning and dumping 15 cars.
Last week’s protest actions by staff at Port Phillip Prison have stretched local police resources to the limit and highlighted a chronic and continuing shortage of officers in Wyndham, according to the Police Association.
Rail upgrades, including the removal of Werribee’s notorious Cherry Street level crossing, will benefit Wyndham commute more than the east-west link, the state’s public transport lobby says.
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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.
CWA Werribee South garage sale Country Women’s Association Werribee South Branch third annual garage sale. Saturday, March 18, from 9am. 19 Chandler Street, Werribee South. Toys, plants, bric-a-brac, books and more. Funds raised will contribute to Wombat’s Wish, a not-for-profit organisation assisting bereaved children to find a way to live with loss and grief after the death of a parent.
Wyndham Rotary Wyndham Rotary welcomes people interested in helping people in need in the community. Interested in finding out more, come to the Italian Sports Club each Wednesday night at 6.30pm to join us for a meal, share ideas and work for a common cause. n Julie, 0406 196 630
This week’s photographer’s choice picture is Kidist Solomon Bekele who will host a vegetarian cooking workshop. (Damjan Janevski) 322382_01
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 8000 or enquires@grangecommunity.org.au
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
Bingo for all The Werribee RSL hosts Bingo every 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
Palliative volunteers needed 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
IPC Health is running a gambling and gaming parent education session on March 29. The session is to help parents understand how they can support their teens in the gaming world. The session will run from 7pm. n www,wyndham.vic.gov. au.gameandgambling
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 16 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 15 March, 2023
Art workshops 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
Woodcarving workshop 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 Street, Altona. n jah2802rot@gmail.com
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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
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 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
Enjoy a leisurely walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John. Walks start at 9.20am each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre, Nelson Place. n John, 0418 377 336
Musicians Wanted Established in 1979, the Westgate Concert Band is seeking new members. Do you play woodwind, brass or percussion and are looking for a welcoming place to play enjoyable and challenging music? Rehearsals are held Saturdays during school terms, 9am to noon at Braybrook College. n westgateconcertband@gmail.com
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
Parkinson’s support Does Parkinson’s or other neurological conditions affect you or a loved one? Parkando is hosting an information day and carers group launch event at the Newport Community Hub from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Saturday, February 25. n parkando.org.au or Pam, 0417 690 335
Choir Williamstown-based women’s community choir Willin Wimmin is currently welcoming new members to take part in a free no-obligation try out session. The group meets each Wednesday evening in school terms in the Church of Christ hall at the corner of John Street and Douglas Parade in Williamstown from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. There are no auditions and you don’t need to be able to read music. n willin.wimmin@gmail.com
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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The latest Forester SUV has not wandered far from the well-worn wagon trail. (Pictures: Supplied)
Forester follows well worn trail By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring The Subaru Forester came to life in1997 as a bare-bones, no-nonsense cross-over vehicle ready to take on the likes of the Toyota RAV4 and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Using the Impreza platform, but built in the style of a station wagon, with a taller stance, higher hip-point seating and all-wheel drive, over the years it has gained in size, sophistication and popularity, becoming a top seller. Indeed, Subaru recently celebrated 300,000 Forester sales in Australia. A late addition to the small SUV segment a quarter of a century ago, the Forester, along the way, has boasted some of the Japanese automobile manufacturer’s most advanced driving aids and safety systems. It still does. The subject of some minor design upgrades in 2022, the MY23 range opens at $37,890, plus on-road costs for the 2.5i petrol and peaks with the Hybrid S at $49,340. Price increases range from $1900 to $2150, which Subaru Australia claims are due to production and logistic costs. The MY23 model stays much the same except for minor specification changes, with the high-spec Forester 2.5i Sport, 2.5i-S (the test vehicle) and Hybrid S all getting an auto-dimming rear-view mirror as standard. The outgoing Dark Blue Pearl exterior paint option has been replaced by Sapphire Blue Pearl. All Forester variants now include Lane Centring Function, Lane Departure Prevention and Autonomous Emergency Steering, designed to avoid frontal collisions, lane drifting and low speed impacts. It can ‘lock on’ to vehicles directly in front and, when used together with Adaptive Cruise Control, can slow, stop and accelerate to maintain a safe driving distance. It also recognises pedestrians, motorcycles and cyclists within its field of vision. Depending on conditions, the Pre-Collision Braking System can help to minimise impact and damage. If the speed is less than 30 km/h, the car can be brought to a complete stop before impact. Then there’s the Driver Monitoring System that uses a camera to monitor the driver for signs of fatigue or distraction and warns them
AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE Forester 2.5i: $37,890 Forester 2.5i-L: $40,290 Forester 2.5i Premium: $43,090
if it detects that the driver is not focused or keeping eyes on the road ahead. It also features advanced temperature adjustment, allowing the driver to have complete control of the temperature through simple hand gestures.
Interior The Forester is a spacious five-seater with the 2.5i-S perches clad in quality leather upholstery. Seating height and a good expanse of glass all round make for good visibility. Twin cup holders are centred between driver and front seat passenger. A large comfortable armrest is home to a storage area with USB ports. Door pockets are generous.
Infotainment The MY23 model has maintained a full house of information displaying fixtures and fittings of former Foresters. With three sets of screens, it does veer on the side of overcapitalisation. Main centre of infotainment focuses on a centre-dash mounted 8-inch screen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, integrated satellite navigation, and AM / FM / DAB+ radio, the last from an eight-speaker harman / kardon sound system.
Engines / transmissions The MY23 non-hybrid models are powered by the same naturally aspirated 2.5-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine putting out 136 kW peak power and 239 Nm of torque.
Mated with a continuously variable automatic transmission, power is distributed permanently through all four wheels.
Forester Hybrid L: $43,290
Safety
Forester Hybrid S: $49,340
ANCAP awarded the Subaru Forester a five-star safety score in 2019, with the latest list of standard safety equipment on all models including autonomous emergency braking and steering, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane centring and adaptive cruise control. As mentioned above, all but the base 2.5i come standard with a facial recognition camera to detect driver drowsiness or distraction, as well as rear autonomous emergency braking.
SPECIFICATIONS
Driving Fire up the engine and the cabin is filled with the signature sound of the 2.5 Subaru horizontally opposed unit – some might find it intrusive – Boxer fans not so. There’s no mistaking the note through the whole rev range, with responsive action to the accelerator pedal. All Foresters run on 91RON regular unleaded fuel, with non-hybrid combined consumption of 7.4 litres per 100 kilometres. The test car recorded 11.9 litres per 100 kilometres in the daily city commute and 6.1 litres per 100 kilometres when cut free on the open road. All-wheel drive has the Forester steady and reliable on bitumen business, while ventilated discs all round maintain a high level of
Forester 2.5i Sport: $44,840 Forester 2.5i-S: $46,340
Subaru Forester 2.5i-S 4-cylinder petrol, CVT automatic, AWD SUV
Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Subaru dealer for drive-away prices.
efficiency when called on in spirited driving. Off road going can be tamed by X-Mode, a system that has two modes – Snow / Dirt and Deep Snow / Mud – each yielding improved grip and traction in low-speed and slippery conditions, and gear selection to suit the terrain. The 220 mm of ground clearance puts the Forester up with more hardened 4x4s, tackling low-range off-roading without worries for driver or passengers. Braked towing is rated at 1800 kg.
Summary Subaru Australia claims 97 per cent of Foresters sold in the past 10 years are still on the road today, so that says a lot about the pedigree of the vehicle. The addition of hybrid technology, plus the promise of turbo power, are bound to keep Forester to the forefront of responsible driving. Wednesday, 15 March, 2023 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY 21
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Point Cook suffers a shock knock-out blow Point Cook’s Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 3 premiership hopes were dashed by Sunbury on Sunday. Having claimed the minor premiership, Point Cook entered the match as favourites against a Sunbury side which only sealed its finals spot in the final round. But the Roar’s experience shone through as they proved too strong for Point Cook in its return to finals. The Roar won the toss and decided to bat, which looked like the right decision early on. The Roar got to 0-66 before losing three quick wickets to slip to 3-80. Point Cook wasn’t able to keep the momentum going as the Roar’s middle order ticked the scoreboard over. The Roar finished with 7-225 from its overs. Max Rouvray and Ross Martin took two wickets each for Point Cook. Point Cook’s batting innings couldn’t have started much worse than it did. Dasith Jayatilake and skipper Darcy Harmer were both gone when the score was
on one and it soon got worse. Point Cook quickly found itself in trouble at 7-31, with a score higher than 100 not looking likely. Rouvray and David Hicks showed some resistance for Point Cook taking the total past 100. The pair put on 87 for the eighth wicket before Rouvray was out for 47. Point Cook’s tail continued wagging and they pushed the score past 150, keeping the dream alive. Once Hicks fell for 59, the innings was soon over with the side bowled out for 157 in the 69th over. Coach Carmine Conte had said before the season started they were keen to play finals and push all the way after finishing second last in the previous season. Sunbury now faces Grand United in the grand final this weekend. It was better news for Point Cook’s second XI which beat Sunbury in their semi final to secure a grand final spot.
Max Rouvray bowls to Paul Webber (Ivan Kemp) 323431_04
Sunbury made 124 with Joshua Litherland and Suvidh Arora taking three wickets apiece. Point Cook was in control at 2-91, before the Roar led by Jackson Treweek fought back. Despite some nervous moments, Point Cook got the job done finishing 8-126. Point Cook will face Caroline Springs in the grand final after it beat Sunshine Heights.
In other divisions, Yarraville Club is through to the decider and will play the winner of Deer Park and Haig Fawkner after that semi final was postponed. In division 1, Sydenham-Hillside will host St Francis de Sales and in division 2, Footscray United will play St Andrews Pascoe Vale.
Sports shorts NPL Werribee City played out a thrilling draw with Dandenong City in the National Premier League 2 competition on Saturday. The Bees opened the scoring just on half time, before making it 2-0 not long after the break. Dandenong got two goals back to level the scores, before hitting the front in the first minute of injury time. The Bees managed to find an equaliser in the fourth minute of injury time to make it 3-3 and come away with a point.
Australia Cup Werribee City has been drawn to face Dandenong Thunder in the fourth round of the Australia Cup. National Premier League teams from all three divisions enter the competition in this round. The Bees will face the Thunder, a top tier NPL division side, on March 29.
A-League
James Doolan in his delivery stride (Ivan Kemp) 323440_01
Sharks take hard lesson By Tara Murray Sanctuary Lakes will use the disappointment of its Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 5 finals loss, to come back bigger and better. Playing finals for the first time since crossing to the VTCA, the Sharks proved no match for Footscray Angliss at the weekend. Sharks skipper Brett Talbot said they will take a lot out of this season where they made massive inroads. “We got beaten by a well drilled team,” he said. “We are sort of 12 months away from where Footscray Angliss are now. They were in a similar position to us last season. “We’ll use this as a really good experience and it will hopefully spur us on to bigger and better things.” The Sharks entered the finals as the underdogs, having only secured their finals spot in the final round of the season. 22 WYNDHAM STAR WEEKLY Wednesday, 15 March, 2023
Angliss, which won the minor premiership, won the toss and decided to bat on its home track. Angliss were bowled out for 243 in the 74th over. Talbot said late runs for Angliss would prove costly. “It looked like we would keep them to about 160, before one of their guys came in and took the game away from us. “He made 87 in fast time and made it a more challenging target than we would have liked.” James Doolan was the pick of the bowlers for the Sharks with four wickets. The Sharks had to face three overs at the end of day one. Jack Gage wasn’t able to survive the day, out for just eight. Talbot said they never really got going with the bat on day two. “I got out after about 10 overs to a really good ball and we struggled to get any momentum going,” he said. The Sharks were all out for 118 in the 44th
over. Amit Nayyar top scored with 27 coming in at number nine. Footscray Angliss will now play East Coburg in the grand final, after it beat Melton South Royals in the other semi final. It wasn’t all bad news for the Sharks on the weekend. Both their second and third XIs won through to grand finals. Talbot said from a club point of view, getting those sides into the final match of the season was a success. “They both had convincing wins by about 50-60 runs,” he said. “We have some good young kids coming through and it’s nice to see them get into a grand final as it doesn’t come around all the time. “We think both teams will give it a good shake.” The second XI is going for back-to-back flags, while the third has already gone one step further than last season when they were knocked out in the semi finals.
Rising Western United star Noah Botic has signed on for another two seasons with the A-League Men’s club. Botic, who recently was named in his second Olyroos squad, has had a breakout start to 2023. Botic will continue to develop and learn his craft with Western United, a place that he feels is the perfect one for him to maintain his growth on and off the pitch.
WRFL The Western Region Football League division 2 updated fixture has been released. With Glen Orden’s withdrawal from the competition, the league consulted club’s about the best way forward. The competition fixture will remain unchanged with one team to sit out with a bye each week. With not all teams having an equal number of byes, the competition will run under a ‘match ratio’ ladder. The match ratio ladder position is determined by percentage of games won versus games played.
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Coughlan gets vote as new Werribee captain Nick Coughlan will lead Werribee in the Victorian Football League this season. Coughlan was announced as the club’s 34th captain on Monday night after being voted in by his peers. Coughlan, who has played 55 games for Werribee, said he was incredibly humbled to be named captain. “I didn’t think when I first walked into the club that I would one day be captain,” he said. “From day one I have loved being at Werribee and all of the people past and present have been incredible to work with. “I’m very thankful for the trust shown in me by the players, Mick (coach Michael Barlow), Mark Penaluna (chief executive) and Martin Carter (president) and the board to lead the club in 2023.” Before arriving at Werribee, Coughlan spent two years on St Kilda’s list after the Saints selected the former Murray Bushranger
in the 2015 rookie draft. He served as Werribee’s vice-captain last season and enjoyed arguably his best season for the club being named in the VFL team of the year 40-man squad despite playing just 10 games. Coughlan takes over from Dom Brew and Tom Gribble who co-captained the club last season. Coughlan will be supported by Brew and Shaun Mannagh who have been named vice-captains. Gribble has taken a back seat and will not feature in the club’s leadership group in 2023. Jack Henderson, Kye Declase, Louis Pinnuck and Nick Hayes are the four other members of the leadership group this year. “To be able to lead with the support of Brewy and Shaun who I grew up with in Albury is a pretty cool thing,” Coughlan added. “The leadership group we have is very strong
and to have those guys and former captains in Sods (Michael Sodomaco) and Grib as sounding boards will be so helpful as we chase the on-field success we hope to achieve.” Werribee coach Michael Barlow said Coughlan was an outstanding choice to lead the club. He said Coughlan’s understanding of the game had been unrivalled in his time as coach. “[He] has an incredible ability to impact on-field as well as educate and upskill players off the field,” he said. Jesse Clark heads up the development group leadership team with Jay Dahlhaus, Matt Keast, Lucas Rocci and Gennaro Bove the other members. Meanwhile, Werribee won its second practice match against Geelong on Friday night, winning 7.11 (53)-5.7 (37). Tara Murray
Nick Coughlan (Belinda Vitacca Photography)
Startup Giants go the distance in second year
Tim O’Brien cuts hard on Saturday. (Ivan Kemp) 323435_05
Tigers survive late scare By Tara Murray Werribee survived a couple of nervous moments to win through to the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west semi finals. Facing Box Hill, the Tigers set the game up on day one, but the game went deep into day two as Box Hill formed some late partnerships to put the pressure back on the Tigers. The Tigers won the toss and elected to bat on their home deck. They made 9-271 from their overs after some late hitting. Tigers skipper Tim O’Brien said they would have taken that score every day of the week. Matthew Dean made 100 off 102 balls, while his brother Shaun Dean made 53. O’Brien chipped in with 56. “It was good to get 270, it’s a good total and it’s hard to chase down,” he said. “Having those two [Dean brothers] at the top of the order is really good. Matty has had an interrupted year and he has come right at
the right time of year. “Shaun hasn’t batted a lot in recent weeks and he was raring to go. The two put on a nice partnership leading into the tea break.” After being 2-189, the wickets started to fall late for the Tigers. O’Brien said they had attacked trying to keep the scoreboard ticking over. “We did have a batting collapse late trying to get quick runs,” he said. “They bowled really well at that part of the day. They were bowling wide and it was hard to hit down the ground and the shots were just popping up. “Michael Kelly got 16 off eight balls to get us past 270.” Box Hill managed to put together a few partnerships to keep the pressure on the Tigers. Box Hill was 6-150 at one stage. O’Brien said they had to work hard to get the job done. “They batted terrifically,” he said. “They had a partnership in which they were six down and they were still in the game at
that point. We were able to stem the flow and were able to take a few wickets.” Box Hill was eventually bowled out for 224 in the 74th over. Jonathan Burton took four wickets for the Tigers. The Tigers now face Mt Waverley for a spot in the grand final. Spotswood faces Williamstown in the other semi final. Mt Waverley beat Williamstown in the first week of finals. “We played them a couple of weeks ago in a one-day game,” O’Brien said; “The two-day game is different and they were missing a few players. It should be a good game.” The Tigers second XI is also through to the semi finals, while the fourth XI is through to a grand final. Their third XI was knocked out. The Tigers are one of only a couple sides to still have three teams left at this point of the season. Hoppers Crossing fourth XI also won through to a grand final at the weekend.
The Werribee Giants walk away from the Baseball Victoria summer league 3 west women’s grand final beaten, but proud. With the team only two seasons old, for most of the squad it was their first finals series let alone first grand final series. After a slow start the Giants were able to match it with Fitzroy, but the damage had already been done on Saturday. Fitzroy claimed the premiership with a 17-8 win. Giants coach Jacob Sigismondi said overall there were plenty of positive signs to take out of the performance and the season as a whole. “We lost the game in the first innings,” he said. “We didn’t score any runs and they scored seven. “From there it was 10-8 and it was a really close game. They had just gotten away early and we couldn’t get it back.” Sigismondi said Fitzroy’s pitcher had started really well and made it hard to score runs and put the pressure back on them. He said Jess Curnow continued her good form and was the standout for them on the day according to Sigismondi. While the Giants didn’t get the win, Sigismondi said they walk away from the season with their heads held high. “I couldn’t be prouder in them for getting there,” he said. “We should be there again next year again if we continue to improve. “I hope they’ve taken a lot from the season and take a little bit of pride, that they’ve achieved more than they set out to at the start of the season.” Sigismondi said the aim next season was to continue the development of the side, while looking to build some more depth. “Hopefully we’ll have two teams next season,” he said. “We wanted to have that this year, but we didn’t have enough players at the come and try days.” Tara Murray
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