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Art draws attention Three schools from Hobsons Bay currently have student work exhibited at the Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre. The three schools in the My Canvas My Art exhibition are Laverton P-12 College, Altona College and Mount St Josephs. Altona College art teacher Kristy Krieger said the students are thrilled to have their art exhibited in a professional setting. “This is an amazing opportunity for the kids to have their work in a professional location,” she said. Kristy had 16 kids from Year 7 to Year 9 work hard to complete their artwork to be displayed at the centre. “Students came into my classroom in their own free time to work on their pieces, it was really nice. “All of the students ended up working on very different themes which was really interesting, they used techniques we learnt in class but expressed themselves differently.” The 54 canvases are on display until November 30. Laverton College students, Danny, Dishy and Secilia with Altona College students, Hasara, Eden, Melodi, Bianne and Niamh. (Jacob Pattison) 369088_01

Fertiliser plan concerns By Jennifer Pittorino

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Hobsons Bay residents are still cautious about the future use of an industrial site in Altona North, despite having their main cause for concern removed from the planning proposal. Laverton resident Tori Mikula was one of the residents to submit feedback to Hobsons Bay council through Greenlight, expressing her disapproval of plans for a fertiliser facility. The proposed site on Kororoit Creek Road was originally mooted for fertiliser production and warehousing. An influx of responses from the community

prompted the applicant to amend the proposal to remove the fertiliser production. However, Ms Mikula remains sceptical. “I am pleased they have removed fertiliser production, however I still have some concerns,” she said. “We are unsure if fertiliser is still going to be stored at the facility. If it is stored there I am concerned about obnoxious smells, the factory being so close to residential homes and how close it is to a drain which leads into the creek and waterways. “I am concerned about the local flora and fauna and what damage might ensue from any

spillage and cleaning of the facility.” Ms Mikula believes there were other more suitable locations for a facility of this kind further away from residential housing. “I think it can be placed somewhere with more suitable industrial locations.” Tract town planner Heidi Duncan said the applicant was made aware of the community’s discomfort surrounding the proposed fertiliser production component of the planning request. “With this in mind, the applicant had written and requested that the fertiliser production land use be removed from the application,” she said.

“The application has been amended accordingly.” The site will continue to be used for what Ms Duncan said was the original purpose which is warehousing. Hobsons Bay council said it received several objections to the proposal and all objectors have been notified that the proposal has changed. The amended application is still being assessed by council and all objections will be considered. It will be decided by councillors at an upcoming Delegated Planning Committee (DPC) meeting.

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More than 150 reasons to smile Community Bank Altona and Laverton recently celebrated a WynBay L2P program milestone, which has improved the lives of 150 local young people and their families. During the celebration, Community Bank Altona and Laverton announced its ongoing commitment to the WynBay L2P program. The L2P program, which stands for ’Learner 2 Probationary’, is a non-profit initiative dedicated to empowering disadvantaged and at-risk youth by providing them with the essential driving skills and experience required to obtain their probationary driver’s licences. A driving licence opens doors to new opportunities in employment, education, and personal growth. In 2017 the bank made an initial investment of $30,000 toward the purchase of L2P’s first two vehicles. Since then, the program has thrived resulting in WynBay’s fleet growing to a total of five vehicles.

WynBay L2P supporters and participants marked the milestone. (Supplied)

As of June 30, the program has successfully assisted 154 young people in obtaining their licences across the Hobsons Bay and

This year, the bank has made a further contribution of $34,000, facilitating the acquisition of two brand new vehicles.

Wyndham region. Community Bank Altona and Laverton chairperson Henry Da Silva said the impact extends beyond the learners themselves, as it also alleviates burdens on their families by giving young individuals access to education, employment, and essential services. “We are absolutely thrilled to support the WynBay L2P Program,” Mr Da Silva said. “Our donation reflects our deep commitment to the wellbeing of the local community.” L2P project coordinator Naheed Akhtar, expressed gratitude for the partnership. “The support from the Community Bank will enable us to make a profound difference in the lives of countless young people in our community,“ Ms Akhtar said. “We are excited about the positive change this partnership will bring and the brighter futures it will create.” Details: cis.org.au/about-l2p/

Old school rock revived in Yarraville The Rolling Stones’ 1973 Kooyong Concert 50th Anniversary Show is coming to Yarraville for a night of old school rock. This year marks 50 years from when The Rolling Stones wowed viewers at the Kooyong Tennis Centre, during a matinee performance on their infamous Exile On Main Street World Tour in 1973. Now five decades later, Cherry Rock & Leicashow are presenting a local all-star act from The Monkey Men. Guitarist Andre Warhurst said he has enjoyed playing the show twice already in Upwey and Warragul.

Some of the songs in the set list include, Brown Sugar, Bitch, Rocks Off, Gimme Shelter, Happy, Tumbling Dice, Love in Vain, Sweet Virginia, You Can’t Always Get What You Want, Honky Tonk Women and Down The Line. The rest of the music talent comprise Tim Rogers, Davey Lane, Stephen Hadley, Matthew Cotter, Bruce Haymes, Paul Kelly, Jack Howard, Ben Marsland, and Eliza and Talei Wolfgramm. The event will be held on Friday, November 10 at the Yarraville Club. Details: https://yarravillelive.com/

“It has been so much fun, some of the songs we play are my favourite songs ever recorded,” he said. “It’s been a bit mind blowing to be honest, I have focused heavily on original music personally, so to be able to do something like this is just so much fun.“ Andre said everybody has been unanimous in saying that this show has revived the electricity of the Stones. “It is just a fantastic show and we have gotten great feedback. “I think this show depicts a Holy Grail era of rock music, everyone involved is putting something in to bring it back to life, we have such a talented bunch of people.”

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During my tenure as mayor, I had the honour of awarding the citizen of the year awards to outstanding individuals, Lola Anderson and her late husband Peter. These two exemplified the spirit of community champions, embodying the selflessness and dedication that make our city a better place. Their tireless contributions have left an indelible mark on our community. As we reflect on the incredible accomplishments of Lola and Peter, I am excited to share that nominations for the 2024 civic awards are now open. This is your chance to shine a light on those individuals who – through their passion and commitment – have made a significant difference to the lives of others. This year, council is proud to also introduce a new award category – the LGBTIQA+ award. We recognise the importance of inclusivity and diversity within our community, and this award aims to celebrate the contributions of individuals or groups who have worked tirelessly to create a more inclusive and accepting environment for all. I encourage each of you to take a moment to think about the people in our community who inspire you, who go above and beyond to make Maribyrnong a better place – nominate them for an award at maribyrnong.vic.gov. au/Civic-Awards-2024.

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay councils are hosting a free online workshop on saving on energy in summer, on behalf of the Western Alliance for Greenhouse Action. During summer heatwaves, energy efficiency in the home becomes crucial for health as well as comfort. Yet many Australian homes need major improvement, and some changes are simple and affordable. The event will tell attendees how to find out more. This event will run for 90 minutes from 10am to 11:30am, including 30 minutes of question time, on Saturday, November 11 from 10am to 11.30am. Register online: https://bit.ly/3tDokiT

Entertaining volunteers needed Hobsons Bay council’s Planned Activity Group program for older people, is on the hunt for volunteers with fun entertainment skills. Council is especially eager to find individuals who can create harmonious tunes or captivate us with thrilling performances to unite the community and spark conversations. This is your chance to broaden your network, showcase your talent and most importantly, bring some magic to our our social support groups for older people. Council is looking for people available for an hour or two, once a month. Details: 9932 2080 or email smatovic@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au.

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Health warning for the west By Jennifer Pittorino Western Health is warning communities in the western suburbs to be aware of a localised outbreak of Buruli ulcer within Merri-bek and Moonee Valley. Buruli ulcer is transmitted from possums to people via mosquitoes, particularly the type found in backyards. Western Public Health Unit director Dr Finn Romanes said Buruli ulcer can take many months to develop after exposure. “Many people exposed in the early months of 2023 will be showing signs of infection now,” he said. “Once diagnosed, Buruli ulcer is curable

with special antibiotics and for this reason an accurate diagnosis is essential.” People exposed during the mosquito season usually take between 4-5 months to develop after a bite by an infected mosquito. Western Health said recognising Buruli ulcer can be difficult, but should be considered when a skin lesion relentlessly progresses over time despite standard treatment. “We are urging people regardless of their age, or health status, to understand that everyone regardless of age or health status is at risk,” he said. “We are also urging people to find out the areas that are affected by going on our website, and to take some action on your property

to reduce mosquitoes and to avoid getting bitten.” Mr Romanes even though you can only get Buruli ulcer by being in or visiting an area where there’s local transmission, not not every area where there’s transmission is identified. “It is moving and spreading, and it’s moving out of those areas.“ Dr Romanes said there is no cause for panic and it is very easy to protect yourself against infection by taking simple steps around reducing getting bitten by mosquitos. “There are many ways that we can do this, all of which are straightforward steps.” Western Health recommends knowing how to recognise Buruli ulcer and seeing your GP

if you have a new or persistent sore, ulcer or skin infection. Prevention can be done by reducing the number of mosquitoes in and around your property and mosquito proofing your home by installing insect screens. “We also recommend that you avoid mosquito bites by using personal insect repellents containing diethyltoluamide (DEET) or picaridin, cover up by wearing long, loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing and avoid mosquito-prone areas especially at dusk and dawn when they are most likely to be out.”

Art as family therapy A mother and daughter have used their experience in overcoming a dark and difficult year, to reclaim their power through an art exhibition. Stella Kinsella, 56, and Evangeline Sanderson, 16, are Hobsons Bay painters who together spent the past year creating 40 pieces of art, which are now on display at the Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre in Altona. The exhibition titled Monstera Nervosa, is described by Stella as a means of processing what happened and a step towards recovery. “This is a first for both my daughter and myself, it was our response to a very difficult personal life experience that we were going through as a family. We decided to work our way through that process by creating this series of work.” The artworks comprise a number of

different mediums, including charcoal, acrylic, oil on canvas, wood board cuttings and charcoal on cotton. The pair worked on the project part time, working independently but to a similar narrative. The narrative explores body image and the psychological impact of invasion by dark forces. Described by Stella as using figurative characters, the pieces are both analogous of archetypal heroes and villains and interpretive of a year of quiet terror. “We were always in discussion about what we were doing, I tried to find a balance of encouraging her and not stepping in too much. “In the end she found her own style and her own voice in the journey towards creating the body of work.” The art is on display until November 16.

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Safe driving footy clubs score By Jennifer Pittorino Two Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay football clubs have been given grants to continue their campaigns to eliminate road trauma in their communities. The Laverton Magpies Football Club and West Footscray Football Club are two of the 251 clubs on the recipient list of the Transport Accident Commission(TAC) Club Rewards program. The state government and TAC created this program, incentivising grassroots clubs across the state for showing a commitment to

promoting road safety during the 2023 season. Laverton Magpies president Stephanie Hartnup, said the club is planning to spend its $1800 on running junior programs in the off season, as well as getting ready for pre-season with the senior players. “I am very grateful we can use this money for our community, we are a low socio economic and young community,” she said. “We know the importance of driving safely in our communities, we encourage everyone involved in our club to get home safely to and from games, training and functions.” The TAC program encourages clubs to engage

with players, members and their communities on key road safety issues and promote safe behaviours, with the dangers of distracted driving a key focus of this year’s campaign. AFL Victoria-affiliated clubs from across the state were able to apply for the program by showing how they supported road safety throughout the year, including taking part in the TAC’s Road Safety Round ‘Band Together’ campaign. “We displayed how we as a club have been encouraging a safe environment when it comes to driving and drunk driving, and being safe on the roads,” said Stephanie. “We

also submitted our social media posts, our signage in our club rooms and around our bar. “One of our players were in the TAC campaign advertisement which also demonstrated our focus on improving driving in our community.” Successful clubs are able to use the money for a range of initiatives including education programs, club transport initiatives, new equipment and uniforms and facility upgrades and improvements. So far this year, 236 people have died on Victoria’s roads with distracted driving being one of the major causes.

Deck the halls at Seaworks’ two-day gift market The Makers and Shakers Market is hosting a special Christmas themed gift market to help shoppers get ahead of their crazy Christmas shopping. The two-day market will feature more than 100 stalls offering home-wares, food and drinks, described by founder Emma Morris as the perfect one stop for the festive season. “We are partnered with the Australian Made Campaign which was very important to us, we want people to know the event is hand made in the true sense,” she said. Emma said she is proud that the Makers and Shakers Market is the only market in Victoria to partner with the Australian Made Campaign. “It is very unique and it’s a great point of difference for us compared to other events,” she said. “We will have a lot of tastings of new products for people to try, some of those include chilli oil, chocolate, spirits and more.

“Of course there will also be food for people to eat, they will be able to have lunch and sit out on the great space that Seaworks have outside overlooking the view of the city. “There is a very fun atmosphere to the event which will come to life with DJs who will be playing vinyls.” Emma said the market will be a great place to pick up Christmas gifts for the whole family. “This way you can give the shopping centre on Christmas Eve a miss,“ she said. “Some of the makers have made their products with Christmas in mind, creating candles and Christmas decorations, as well as generic gifts suitable for all.” There will also be workshops for all ages and awkward portraits. The event will be held on Saturday, November 11, and Sunday, November 12, at Seaworks, from 10am- 4pm both days. Details: themakersandshakers.com.au

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No horsing around in quarantine Twenty-four horses, many of them from overseas, compete in the iconic Melbourne Cup on the first Tuesday in November. The first stop in the lead up to the great race for international competitors is the Werribee International Horse Centre as Jennifer Pittorino discovered.

wned and operated by Racing Victoria, the Werribee International Horse Centre (WIHC) is the only approved Post-Arrival Quarantine (PAQ) facility in Melbourne where horses can remain in full training during the Spring Racing Carnival. Racing Victoria general manager of international and racing operations Paul Bloodworth said the multi-million dollar horses arrive in two shipments at the end of September and beginning of October. “One shipment arrived on Grand Final Day, which was the 30th of September,” he said. “This year was slightly different as we had a horse from Hong Kong, and a horse from England arrive on September 16. “One of those was Romantic Warrior, one of the best horses in the world, as he wanted to have a lead up race to the Cox Plate.” Paul said the two shipments enable the horses to either run in the Caulfield Cup and/ or the Melbourne Cup. Once the horses arrive from overseas, Paul said there is a strict period in which the horses need to remain in quarantine. “They need to do two weeks’ export in their country of origin,“ he explained. “We have a number of approved pre-export quarantine facilities around the world in Europe, Japan and in Hong Kong, which allows us to do that there.” In addition to quarantining overseas, when the horses arrive in Australia they then have to complete a further two weeks post arrival quarantine before they’re released from the strict bio security measures that are in place for four weeks. This year Racing Victoria has welcomed horses from England, Ireland, France, Hong Kong and Japan. “We have a very broad spectrum of countries around the world,” said Paul. “As long as the country where they’re coming from is an approved country by our government, they can come to Melbourne. “They have to have an approved status by the federal government to allow export from their country to Australia.” As many countries have racing industries, Paul and his team work with animals from across the globe. “In my role I am responsible for enticing trainers and owners to bring their horses to Melbourne for the spring carnival,” he said. “I travel to places like Japan and Europe throughout the year meeting with owners and trainers to discuss bringing their horses to Melbourne for the races.” Paul has worked for Racing Victoria for 16 years, and in his current role since 2018. “That’s what I do throughout the year which ultimately ends up with courses arriving here.”

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- Paul Bloodworth To prepare for his busy season of recruiting, Paul watches as many international races as he can. “I keep long lists of high quality horses that race around the world. “It’s mostly about building the relationships with the trainers and the owners of these horses. That way when there is a horse that is showing potential to be competitive in the races, you are able to reach out to them.” Paul said most trainers are return visitors who have been to Melbourne in previous years and are happy to come back. “Once I have established relationships with trainers they come to us with which horses they think are suitable, rather than me asking them. “It is all about maintaining contact with the trainers throughout the year, by going and seeing them around the middle of the year to start discussing plans for later in the year.” In addition to his main role recruiting horses, at the Werribee facility Paul and his team ensure the connections of each horse have a smooth, enjoyable time in Melbourne. “My role here is to make sure all the staff and all the trainers and all the owners are happy with how things are going,” he said. “We help them with logistics around flights and accommodation, race day events and more.” The strict quarantine measures enforced at Werribee ensure Australia’s biosecurity is protected.

Breakup arriving at the Werribee International Horse Centre.

The horses can’t leave the facility at all for two weeks and all their care, including showing, is done within the compound in which they live. This ensures no exotic diseases escape and infect animals in the wider community. The horses are also required to undergo multiple nasal swabs across the first two weeks. “These are sent off to laboratories for testing, to establish that they don’t have any exotic disease,“ said Paul. “It’s only when all those swabs are back and clear that none of the horses have any exotic diseases, that the horses are released from post arrival quarantine.” When the horses come out of quarantine they are able to use both the 1700 metre circumference grass track and the 1600 metre inside sand fibre track at Werribee. “They have access to those every day, it’s up to the individual horses or individual trainers how they use the facilities,” said Paul. “Most horses use a mixture of both tracks, they need to move between them depending on the speed of the work that they’re looking to conduct.” Like any other training centre, the horses have designated slots across the three compounds, all of which are in operation at the moment. The three compounds comprise the Newminster compound housing 16 horses across three barns, the Vintage Crop which can

house eight horses across two barns and the American compound which can house eight horses in one large barn. The three compounds operate independently from each other, allowing flexibility around arrivals from different regions without disrupting the quarantine periods of horses in other compounds. “How we train horses is how horses are trained all over the world, they exercise each day to attain a level of fitness which will see them be able to compete in the races. “It is quite expensive for owners and trainers to commit to coming to Australia, so we are always very pleased that they’re willing to take that plunge and travel here. In addition to having a great reputation, Paul said the prize money on offer throughout the Spring Racing Carnival is also a driving factor for many trainers and owners. “Our prize money is fantastic in Melbourne and significantly better than a lot of other jurisdictions in the world,“ he said. “The Melbourne Cup is worth $8 million total prize money, the first prize is worth $4 million, while the Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate are worth $5 million in prize money, and $3 million for each prize. “It is very lucrative and well worth their time certainly. “Our races are very prestigious, the Melbourne Cup is iconic in Australia and around the world.”

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Jim’s Self Storage Jim’s Self Storage is celebrating 27 years of dedicated service in Williamstown. For nearly three decades, Jim’s Self Storage has stood as a pillar of support in the heart of Hobsons Bay. As a local family-owned and operated establishment, the business has been an integral part of the local community since 1996 providing storage solutions and support to local community and sporting groups. In an exciting development, its dedicated manager Rosemary, has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Manager of the Year award by the Self Storage Association of Australasia. The nomination not only reflects Rosemary’s hard work but also highlights excellence in customer service and the strong bond that the Jim’s Self Storage team shares with the community.

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Learn your ABC of cyber safety The AFP is encouraging grandchildren of all ages to help seniors learn their ABCs in a bid to stay safe online. Working with National Seniors Australia, the AFP has provided tips to help support cyber safety, especially for generations that are not as comfortable in the digital world. It comes as some older Australians say they are worried about using technology because they fear they will be scammed. To keep it simple, the AFP is urging seniors and all Australians to learn their cyber ABCs: ■ Avoid clicking on links sent in unsolicited email or text ■ Block calls on mobile devices from suspected

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if you identify a suspicious transaction or you believe your bank account has been targeted by cyber criminals. While many older Australians are cyber and digitally aware, others may need extra help to stay cyber safe. AFP Acting Assistant Commissioner Cyber Command Paula Hudson said some of the best information and tips could come from grandchildren or younger family or friends who have grown up with technology. “Grandchildren – whether they are 20 or 40

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Improved club rooms roll in for Newport Bowls Club The Newport Bowls Club is extremely pleased with its newly refurbished women’s club rooms, hoping the new facilities will entice more members to join. Secretary John Mylonas said the redevelopment includes air conditioning, fresh paint and new lockers. The new club rooms officially opened in mid October and have been well used ever since. “It was primarily the women’s pavilion which needed a fix, there is a function room, a locker room , toilets and a change room,“ he said. “The new rooms will service the 25 women members we have. We have recently recruited in the past few months and are always looking for more members, especially women bowlers.“ John describes the club environment as a friendly safe space for all to enjoy.

Secretary John Mylonas and President Carol Fleming in the new club rooms. (Damjan Janevski)

“We are a friendly welcoming club that is inclusive to all genders and ages. “Prospective members can come from all over Melbourne, we have had lots of people

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the state government. President Carol Fleming named the new ladies pavilion, which is now called the Baluk Room, in recognition of the traditional custodians of the land. “In the local language baluk means many or a group of people, so we tried to recognise the First Nations who are the traditional custodians of the land. “We are very positive and excited about the change rooms, and the opportunity of opening it up and having community groups and functions using the space and the club. “Anyone who wants to join can come into the cub or go on the website and fill out a membership form.” Details: newportbowls.com.au/ Jennifer Pittorino

Shirley’s special visitors When school students have to go and visit the principal it usually follows bad behaviour and precedes some sort of punishment. Fortunately for a group of students from Werribee Secondary College, Shirley Cameron is a retired principal these days and when they visited her at Wyndham Lodge aged care facility recently, it was money being handed out rather than punishment. The students were there to present Ms Cameron with a cheque for funds they’d raised to assist with the construction of a renewal garden at the facility. Wyndham Lodge spokesperson Sharon Oates said the garden would provide residents such as Shirely Cameron with a sense of peace, hope and well-being after a challenging few years. “After living and continuing to live through the Covid pandemic, this garden is of vital

importance for, not only the residents, but also for everyone’s mental health, well-being, and quality of life,” Ms Oates said. As well as being a former principal of Werribee Secondary College, Shirley Cameron has also been a prominent member of the Wyndham community and even a famous cookbook author. In 1966 Ms Cameron co-authored ‘Cookery the Australian Way’ which has since become a staple of kitchens across the country, selling more than 750,000 copies. After receiving the cheque, Ms Cameron shared afternoon tea with the students and provided insights about what Werribee Secondary College was like in her day. No detention was required. Cade Lucas

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Music festival in the gardens Spring Music in the Gardens is a free community music event presented by Friends of Williamstown Botanic Gardens, to celebrate relaxing with good music. Organiser Sue Murray said the event was going to be a relaxing environment where people could come and listen to a variety of community music groups. Some of the groups that will perform include the Williamstown Primary School Choir, Willin Wimmin, Ukelele Dolls, Newport Folk and Fiddle, Newport Community Choir and SingWest. “We will have tables and activities set up for everyone to enjoy,” she said. “We are just inviting people to come in, relax and listen to music; it is going to be great fun.” The friends invite visitors to bring a picnic lunch, explore the nature table and conduct a

plant challenge with your children. “We are setting up a nature table activity for children to let people know about the friends, and I will have a few free gardening books for people to take away. “People can come and go as they please, they can drop in and listen to some groups or stay for the whole thing. Friends of the Williamstown Botanic Gardens host a range of events for the community , some of which include hosting speakers relating to the botanic gardens and the environment. “Our aim is to support the gardens and encourage other people to learn about them, to love them, and for kids to enjoy being there.” The event will take place in the Williamstown Botanic Gardens on Sunday, November 12 from 11am- 3pm.

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Ordnance factory reunion More than 100 former staff of the Maribyrnong factory are expected to attend the reunion on Saturday 11 November at the Keilor Hotel from 4pm. The reunion costs $50 per person, this includes a grazing table and champagne on arrival, and finger food with drinks at bar prices. ■ Email Mary (OFM.Reunion2023@gmail. com) for payment details on or prior to 9 November (as this is a private function, attendance without prior payment will not be permitted).

Nature Walks for 55s+ Join Dr Liz Cyarto for Forest Therapy walks. Have fun, reduce your stress and boost your vitality. Guided walks offered in Newport Lakes Reserve and Williamstown Botanic Gardens. Supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make it Happen Grant program. Auspiced by Outlets Co-operative Neighbourhood House. Limited spots. Registration is open for Spring ’23 - Summer ’24. Don’t miss your chance. ■ Dr Liz, thehealthysenior@gmail.com

CCN Choir Christchurch Newport Choir is looking for people who enjoy singing and like Christmas carols to join the choir as they prepare some songs for the coming Christmas season. No experience necessary. Rehearsals are on Thursday nights at 7pm, at Christchurch, 61 Mason St, Newport. ■ Contact: Voola 0414690448, vfh2055@gmail.com

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Book sale Friends of Williamstown and Newport Libraries is holding its next book sale on Saturday, November 11.

Altona Girl Guides Altona Girl Guides currently have vacancies for girls aged five-plus who would like to learn new skills, gain confidence,and expand their friendship circle while having fun. ■ hobsonsbay@guidesvic.org.au

English lessons Want to learn English in a fun and relaxed setting? Build your English, digital and employability skills with the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). Williamstown. Laverton Community Education Centre now offers free AMEP

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Computers, crafts, conversation Whatever your learning interests and needs, Outlets Newport Community Education Centre has hands-on, face-to-face classes for you or a friend. Contact the centre today to find something for you! ■ 9391 8504, or outlets@outletsco-op. com.au

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government, Interchange Outer East and Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL), the Pathways for Carers program is launching a monthly walk in Footscray on the third Thursday of each month. The goal of each group is to provide carers with peer-based support, information, services and resources, opportunities to be active and connect with other carers, connect with nature and connect with their local community. ■ lauren.mcalpine@bsl.org.au or www. pathwaysforcarers.com.au

Seeking stories Award-winning local author Dr Dominique Hes is writing a book on Newport Lakes, tracing its history, its impact and its

contribution. The book will outline the story of its development, highlighting the role of consensus, courage, vision and working with nature to create a beautiful ecological and social place. Weaving in theories of biophilia, regenerative development and placemaking with local stories, it aims to provide inspiration for other communities looking at what they can do in their neighbourhoods. Locals are asked to come forward with any stories, photos, memories to be included in the book. ■ NPLbook22@gmail.com

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Charm offensive from Cherokee By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring Who’d have thought it? After years of mixing it with off-road heavy hitters the Jeep Grand Cherokee has taken on a certain charm, with its latest version of the Overland making a play to join the SUV aristocracy. With its new-found power to please and attract, the Aussie Cherokee five-seater new order is represented by three variants – Night Eagle at $77,950, Limited ($83,950) and Overland, starting at $98,450, all before on-road costs. All are powered by a single petrol V6 engine. The opening pair come with single-speed all-wheel drive, with low range and coil springs, while the Overland (on test here) has a low range transfer case and height adjustable air suspension. In comparison, the previous Cherokee roster included high spec Summit and S-Overland, with a 3-litre turbo-diesel V6, set back buyers around $85,000, plus on-roads, $10,000 under the petrol new chum. Two cost options now include a Luxury Tech Group ($4500) and Off Road Group ($2750), pushing the price over $100,000. The test vehicle boasted the luxury pack. As far as customer care is concerned, the so-called ‘Jeep Wave Commitment’ includes capped servicing, five-year/100,000km warranty and lifetime roadside assistance, providing the regular service schedule at a Jeep dealer is adhered to. STYLING Following on from its big brother Grand Cherokee L the WL Grand Cherokee is shorter by around 300 mm of overall length and 128 mm of wheelbase, and in looks is more SUV than Jeep 4x4. With this modern, upmarket move, however, the newbie refuses to let go completely of its Jeep roots with the company’s trademark seven-slot radiator grille up front. Twin-pane panoramic sunroof and 20-inch alloy wheels add appeal both inside and out. INTERIOR With the trimmed body comes five seats instead of seven, with top-notch Nappa leather cladding, a big twin-pane sunroof opening up the cabin, and LED ambient lighting to set the tone at night. There’s more room (1067 litres to the roof), too, to accommodate the better class of cargo (luggage). This is upped to 2005 litres with the rear seat backs folded. The space includes a 12V power outlet, four tie-down points, and a full-size spare wheel nestled under the floor. As mentioned above, the test vehicle was also blessed with $4500 worth of the Luxury Tech Group extras, including front seats that are 12-way power adjustable, with memory and massage function, there’s four-zone climate control and second-row ventilated outboard seats and window shades. Up front digital rear-view mirror is augmented by a wireless charging pad.

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INFOTAINMENT A 10.5-inch screen with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, plus a nine-speaker Alpine sound system and satellite navigation, are among standard Overland features. Jeepish by nature, small buttons on the back of the steering wheel, once discovered, are handy for digital radio control, mini paddle gear-shifters there not so convenient. Power access comes via twin USB-A and USB-C points, as well as a 12V outlet and wireless charging pad up front. The second row includes air vents and power outlets. Jeep’s Uconnect Services, via a paired smartphone, allows users remotely to lock and unlock the vehicle, send navigation destinations to the car, and check vehicle status for things like fuel level, tyre pressure, along with alerts for possible break-ins. ENGINES/TRANSMISSIONS Unlike the previous Grand Cherokees – with optional turbo-diesel or V8 power - the new WL range is limited to a single 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine producing 210 kW and 344 Nm, mated with an eight-speed automatic transmission. SAFETY The five-seat petrol models have earned a

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four-star ANCAP rating, as opposed to the seven-seater’s five-star, due to a problem with the performance of the rear seat belts. Standard systems include active emergency braking and pedestrian/cyclist detection, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning with active lane keeping, advanced brake assist, front and rear parking sensors and 360-degree camera view. A word about lane departure warning: there seems to be little consistency in its workings, the beeps come thick and fast or not at all, under pretty much identical driving conditions. Artificial intelligence, indeed. DRIVING The accelerator pedal needs some concentrated attention, with the car being a bit skittish from the get-go, especially on inclines with ragged surfaces. Conversely, with peak torque not coming up until 4000rpm, it’s not surprising the new Grand Cherokee Overland feels short on performance on the bitumen. On road, the Grand Cherokee Overland is said to be capable of fuel consumption of 9.9 litres per 100km on the combined urban/ highway cycle. The Tester averaged more than 13 litres per 100km around town and 7.6 on a

motorway dash. Off road, the SUV takes advantage of Jeep’s Quadra-Trac 2 Active 4x4 System with Selec-Terrain, low-range transfer case and Quadra Lift air suspension. For an extra $2750 the Off Road Group adds 230 mm rear axle, electronic limited-slip differential, Trail Rated badge, 265/60 R18 Goodyear all-terrain tyres, 18-inch polished/ painted alloy wheels, fuel tank/transfer case / front suspension skid plate, which is good enough to earn the company’s trail rating won over the Rubicon Trail in Nevada, one of the most testing off-road challenges in the US. SUMMARY The new Grand Cherokee Overland won’t be every rusted-on Jeep fan’s favourite, but could attract the attention of a more discerning soft-road adventurer. RATINGS n Looks: 8/10 n Performance: 6/10 n Safety: 7/10 n Thirst: 5/10 n Practicality: 8/10 n Comfort: 7/10 n Tech: 8/10 n Value: 5/10

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Farah boxing above his weight Up-and-coming amateur boxer Dante Farah took another big leap in his young career with a victory in Footscray last Friday night. Farah was scheduled to fight at 75 kilograms but his opponent pulled out at the last minute, forcing him to take a fight against Jack Grundy in the 80 kilogram division. “I found out in the afternoon, so technically I had to just be over 75 [kilograms] to compete,” he said. “So I had to put on a few kilos in a few hours. “I knew he would be bigger than me but he weighed in at 78 kilograms, so it wasn’t too much of a disadvantage but I could definitely tell he was stronger than a 75 kilo fighter.” Through the last minute adversity Farah was able to find his strength defeating Grundy after three rounds. “It was a good battle,” Farah said. “I dropped him once and gave him a 10-8 count, but wasn’t able to get the stoppage. “But won by unanimous decision against him and he was a strong kid, he just kept coming forward the whole time and put up a really good fight.” This was Farah’s seventh official amateur fight, starting his career in February 2021. He was forced to put pause on his life as a pugilist with injuries disrupting 2022, however, he has come back with a vengeance this year with last week’s bout his fifth for 2023. From here, Farah is determined to maintain his level of activity in the sport, with one day hoping to reach the pinnacle and wear his nation’s colours. “I just want to make the Australian team and represent the country,” he said.

“That would be very cool, it would be a massive honour. “It would be an amazing experience getting to travel the world and represent the country, having training camps with other countries and competing against other countries, that’s the goal. “Hopefully, that’s within the next few years. “Next year I have to start competing at the state level, and then hopefully make it to the international level and beyond.” To be eligible to fight at the state level, a boxer would need to have 10 official fights, from there if you are in the top-ten of state-level fighters nationals is the next step. “It would mean everything to me,” Farah said. “An honour to represent Australia and wear the colours.” Someone that Farah looks up to in the sport, is Harry Garside, an Australian icon and is at the top of the game in the Amateur boxing world. “He’s a local from Victoria, and has done a lot of sparring at my gym,” Farah said. “He’s a rockstar in the amateur boxing scene… what he’s accomplished to get a medal at the Olympics is almost unheard of in Australia for boxing.” Farah is scheduled to fight again on Sunday, November 12. Harper Sercombe

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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which AFL coach was recently praised for saving a man’s life in Bali? 2. Who is the current topranked UFC athlete? 3. In the span of 12 months, what are the three clubs Brodie Grundy has played at? 4. Which two Matildas players scored hat tricks in their Olympic qualifier against the Philippines?

5. And by how many points did they win that game? 6. Thanasi Kokkinakis is from which Australian state? 7. Which soccer team is older, Manchester City or Manchester United? 8. Which Wallabies coach recently resigned? 9. Is the Rolex Paris Masters tennis tournament played on a hard court or clay court? 10. Which former hurdler and Commonwealth Games gold medallist is competing on the current season of The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition?

16. Michael Prior recently stepped down as the head coach of which AFLW team? 17. Australian Chelsea Gubecka was recently announced as the country’s first 2024 Olympics squad member in which sport? 18. What is the name of the racket or paddle sport beginning with P that uses a hard plastic ball? 19. Which two teams played off in the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final?

12. Which women’s national team was once known as the Southern Stars?

20. Which A-League Women’s team made a return to the competition this year after a 13-year absence?

13. The Melbourne Mavericks are a new team that will compete in which sporting league in 2024?

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11. Australian basketballer Josh Green plays for which NBA team?

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29. Which CameroonianFrench mixed martial artist and boxer did Tyson Fury defeat in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia?

25. Which jockey won the 2015 Melbourne Cup riding Prince of Penzance?

21. Which horse won the 2023 Cox Plate?

26. Which national teams did the Matildas play in their three Asian Olympic qualifiers in Perth?

22. Former Perth Wildcats head coach Trevor Gleeson served as an assistant coach for which NBA team?

27. Which Australian basketballer was selected with first overall pick in the 2023 NBA G League Draft?

30. Tennis professional Jenson Brooksby represents which country?

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Cricket competition heating up Star Weekly photographers Jacob Pattison and Ljubica Vrankovic have travelled around the grounds to catch the best cricket action to kick off the summer. Star Weekly was there when Footscray took on Richmond in the Victorian Premier Cricket competition. The photographers also captured Yarraville Club’s clash with Sunshine United and Williamstown CYMS playing Grand United in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association.

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SPORT Assistant steps into driver’s seat at the Magpies Glen Murrell is set to lead Laverton’s women’s side for the 2024 Western Region Football League women’s division 2 season. During last season Murrell was an assistant at the Magpies, now in the driver’s seat he is hoping to take the club to the next step. “It’s my first foray into a senior coaching position,” he said. “I’ve been an assistant the last few years, so I’m looking forward to having the opportunity to coach my own team.” Being at the Magpies last season will be a big advantage to Murrell and his coaching of the side, having already been able to think about a game plan and style that suits his team’s strengths. “You know the little idiosyncrasies with the girls and all their strengths and weaknesses,” he said. “I can put things in place now to help

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improve those things, so it’s definitely an advantage.” Murrell also knows the league well, having

also spent time with Hoppers Crossing as a part of its women’s program. “I know from last year the skill level and knowledge that the women had,” he said. “I’d definitely like to improve on that this year and bring in a higher performance program and lead the girls into a higher level of football. “Through training and development, you develop players into better players “We’re not putting any expectations on next year, just get the general improvements from the girls, through better skills, better decision making, a better game plan. “Success will be from the feedback I get from the club and from the players.” While Murrell is confident in the numbers he has at the moment, the club is always on the hunt for more players.

“Every year is different, obviously you lose some players and you gain some,” he said. “Like all clubs we do have a little bit of turnover, but numbers are still good and we’re actively looking for new players.” Last year the Magpies finished in fourth place, losing in an elimination final to eventual premiers West Footscray. “That was an interesting game, in the third quarter we missed two easy goals that could have put us down only four points at three quarter time, and who knows from there,” Murrell said. “With them going on to win the premiership, you could argue we’re not that far away, but there’s still a bit of work for the girls to do to keep achieving higher, so as long as they are keen on learning they’ll go far.”

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Club’s Glory-ous year By Harper Sercombe Yarraville Glory soccer club has been nominated for the metropolitan club of the year in the 2023 Football Victoria Community Awards. The club was nominated for its efforts in promoting soccer excellence and community involvement within the area while focusing on being inclusive, with a major focus of the club on its women’s and girl’s program. Club secretary Nick Koutroumanis is part of the board who drove for the club’s rise back to relevancy. “The club was in a pretty bad state in November, December last year, numbers were really dropping,” Koutroumanis said. “We were losing teams, sponsors and had no real connection to the local community. “So we got involved in Football Australia Club Changer Club Development Program… we put a structure around the goals and ambitions of the club. “We wanted to drive equity and equality at the club. “So it was really important to get increased female participation, and get them into a position where they had an advantage to give them representation.”

To help do this the club added female representation to its board, scrapped all fees for female participants, which amounted to about $40,000 worth of costs that the club covered. The club also ran programs to help women trial soccer at Yarraville before making a formal commitment. The club also ensured that its main pitch that in the past had been reserved for just men’s games and trainings was used equally between the teams, including kicking the men off the pitch for ‘prime time’ matches so the females could utilise the facilities. There were a number of other initiatives the club embarked on throughout the year to help boost involvement from running clinics with disability groups, helping bolster indigenous participation, amongst other things. “It’s been a massive change for the club, which has been great” Koutroumanis said. “Numbers have gone through the roof for female participation and our overall numbers have gone through the roof but the female program is flying.” The success of the club has been continually celebrated throughout the year, however there are three “crowning moments” that particularly stick out to Koutroumanis, the

first being nominated for this award and making the final three. “It’s amazing,” he said. “Another one was prior to the women’s world cup, Football Australia asked us to talk to the member clubs at LaTrobe University. “About our experience and what we were doing.” Koutroumanis said at this talk he was able to deliver his message as to why this project means so much to him. “My daughter plays at the club, I want her to build the lifelong friendships and love for the game that I have and I built at Yarraville,” he said. “I want her to experience that, it’s not about her playing soccer, it’s about building that community and love and passion.” The third and biggest ‘crowning moment’ in Koutroumanis’ eyes was being asked to be flag bearers for Canada as a part of the world cup. “It was wonderful, an amazing experience,” he said. The winner of the club of the year award will be released later in November, however with or without the award the club is committed on creating a more inclusive future at McIvor Reserve.

Western United academy young gun Luka Coveny is set for a memorable moment after being selected in the New Zealand squad for the upcoming FIFA under 17 World Cup held in Indonesia. The talented centre-back has developed significantly since joining United’s Academy in 2023, becoming a mainstay in the heart of defence for the under 21’s side. Coached by his father Vaughan, Luka Coveny will hope to continue following in his footsteps with the Kiwi icon having made 64 appearances and scored 30 goals for the All Whites. A tall and physically dominant defender, Coveny excels in aerial duels and one-on-one defending while also demonstrating a strong ball-playing ability to help his side build up from the back. Western United academy director Anthony Frost said Coveny’s work ethic and improvement was reflected in this landmark moment in his young career. “We are thrilled for Luka to be given this opportunity and immensely proud of the work that he has put in to earn this chance,” he said. “Since joining our academy, Luka has consistently demonstrated his willingness to learn and improve each day and has been a key part of our senior academy set up. “The opportunity to play at a World Cup does not come around every day, and we are excited for Luka to enjoy the experience of this tournament and use it to continue furthering himself on and off the pitch.” New Zealand have been drawn into a difficult Group F in the tournament alongside European powerhouse Germany and two sides from the Americas in Mexico and Venezuela. The 24-team tournament kicks off on Friday 10 November AEDT, with New Zealand’s first match coming against Venezuela. The side will be out to earn a top-two finish in the group to guarantee progression to the Round of 16, while the best four third-placed teams will also secure qualification.

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