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Eulogy for a firefighter By Esther Lauaki

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Three generations of the Wright family have paid a heartbreaking – and fitting – tribute to a much-loved son. Ray Wright set out last Monday to fight the blazes at Bunyip State Park a day after losing his son, Caroline Springs Fire Brigade First Lieutenant Michael Wright, to MICHAEL WRIGHT cancer. Michael died on Sunday, March 3, after a two-year battle with bowel cancer. Through their grief, Ray, grandson Lauchlan and other family members rolled out to fight out-of-control bushfires in Michael’s honour. “It’s what he would have wanted,” Ray said. Michael’s passion for firefighting saw him bring his wife Julie and son Lauchlan, 19, into the firefighting fold. Michael was last month presented with 30 Year Service and CFA life membership medals as well as a Volunteer Fire Brigade Victoria 30 Year Gold Star. Michael underwent a first stage of treatment in 2016, but the cancer returned last year and he was hospitalised in November after his health began to deteriorate. Lauchlan said he would follow in his brave dad’s footsteps. “I always wanted to be like him,” he said. “I’m sure he’d want me to be out there, alongside Pa, and hopefully he would be proud. He was always about helping others, so I just want to be like him as well.” The Country Fire Association praised Michael’s “passion and dedicated hard work”. “Mick was a highly respected member with an extensive history of over 30 years with both Caroline Springs and Melton Fire Brigades, the Mt Cottrell Group and District 14,” it said. Tributes have flowed from friends, family and the Caroline Springs community. “It was 25 years ago that we used to stuff around at school together in Melton,” a childhood friend wrote. “I remember when you first met Julie … you were such a kind kid and grew up to be a great man.” Another described Michael as a “genuinely kind and humble man”.

Furry friends out to play Hundreds of pooches of all shapes, sizes and breeds have been welcomed at the Melton Dog Obedience club over four decades. The club will mark its 40th anniversary this month and is inviting past and present members to celebrate. President Arly Kendall said the club has been a pillar for pet owners in Melton. “The club was formed in March 1979 by a group of local citizens that said they wanted a more structured dog obedience school,” Ms Kendall said. “We now have 65 members, 10 life members – six of those who are still involved in the club – and two of the original founding members, Bill Allison and Gordon Templeton, are also still involved.” The group started at Northcott Street reserve, moved to MacPherson Park before operating at Coburn Primary School for 20 years. Two years ago, the club moved back to Northcott Street. “It’s special that we’ve returned to where it all began to celebrate this anniversary,” Ms Kendall said. A celebration will be held on Sunday March 31 at 11am. Details: bit.ly/2TpGlOw Esther Lauaki

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First step towards arts centre By Esther Lauaki A regional performing arts centre for Melton is a step closer with the council budgeting $150,000 for a scoping study. Melton arts groups have wanted a public hub for a number of years and councillors last week voted to adopt funding for a needs assessment in its next budget. Cr Sophie Ramsey, a strong supporter of the proposal, believed a study was needed as soon as possible.

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environment manager Laura-Jo Mellan said two potential sites had been identified by council for a performing arts centre. “Firstly, there’s a small 0.2 hectare site in the eastern corridor adjacent to the Caroline Springs library,” Ms Mellan said. “The second site is at the Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre in Ferris Road. “Currently there is no strategic evidence to indicate one or another, whether a performing arts centre is required, if so,

when, what scale it would be or how it would function. “Should council wish to proceed with the notion of such a facility, then a needs assessment would have to undertaken by council to articulate the size of the facility and the amenities that it would contain and the services to the community … that assessment would then determine a site and inform what partnerships with other organisations to deliver such a facility.”

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Tile style for Melton diversity wall Melton, Rockbank and Caroline Springs school pupils are experiencing a wave of creativity. Years 4, 5 and 6 pupils from Christ the Priest, St Dominic’s and Rockbank primary schools are working together to paint tiles for a Diversity Wave Wall to be installed at Melton Library and Learning Hub from March 18. The project, run by Artists’ Collective of Melton, aims to foster artistic talent in the community.

Visual arts teacher Audrey Buttigieg-Cardona, of Christ the Priest Primary School, said the project would showcase Melton’s diversity. “Each school used the same colours however, due to the process involved, each tile will result in a completely different look,” she said. “The tiles will be assembled … to resemble a beautiful wave and will be displayed at Melton Library and Learning Hub and later on donated to the Hope Street foundation.

“The purpose of the installation is to showcase the diversity of our community; even though we all look different, we are all made the same, and when joined together we create a beautiful, unique fabric of society.” The Artists’ Collective of Melton thanked Melton council and the various community groups involved in the project.

Melton and Ballan drug action teams have been created to help prevent harm to the community. The Melton team includes representatives from Linking Melton South, Djerriwarrh Health Services, Melton council and Melton South Community Centre. The Ballan-based Moorabool drug action group includes representatives from Moorabool council, Sports Central Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh Medical Clinic and Bacchus Marsh College. The Local Drug Action Team program, run by the federal government and the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, supports building or extending partnerships to deliver drug harm prevention activities or events. There are 58 teams across Victoria. Alcohol and Drug Foundation chief Erin Lalor said teams organised primary prevention initiatives such as peer support, mentoring, education in schools, support for young people and resources to reduce alcohol harm in pregnancy. Dr Lalor said tailored, community initiatives were vital in preventing and minimising harm caused by alcohol and other drugs. “Every community is unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to addressing alcohol and other drug issues,” she said. Both drug action teams will receive an initial $10,000 each to develop community action plans and can apply for further funding to deliver activities. Details: bit.ly/2Jvz9bG Esther Lauaki

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Tune in to Harmony Day By Esther Lauaki African drumming and henna tattooing will be part of the fun bringing the Melton community together on Harmony Day. Melton council will lead celebrations this Saturday (March 16), marking the start of Cultural Diversity Week, with a community event promoting awareness, acceptance and appreciation of citizens from all nations. Harmony Day, to be held at Morton Homestead in Taylors Hill, will feature cultural performances, multicultural food and free children’s activities. Melton mayor Bob Turner said the celebrations were a wonderful way to recognise the unique experiences, values and skills people from diverse backgrounds bring to the municipality. “Our city is home to people from over 130 nations,” Cr Turner said. “By coming together for Harmony Day and Cultural Diversity Week we can all learn and understand how every Australian equally belongs to, and enriches, this nation.” Cr Turner said the message of Harmony Day is that “Everyone belongs” in Melton. “The day is an opportunity for everyone to embrace cultural diversity, meet new and interesting people and share in a day of cultural respect for everyone,” he said. In the lead-up to Cultural Diversity Week, children were invited to design a poster showing what diversity and harmony means to them. Prizes will be awarded for the best posters in two age categories, under sevens and eight to twelve year-olds, with the winners being announced during Harmony Day celebrations. Festivities run between 11am and 3pm. Details: melton.vic.gov.au/harmonyday

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Wolfe bros say thanks The Wolfe Brothers are ready to hit Melton as they rock their way around the country. The Tasmanian band, which includes lead singer Nick Wolfe, brother Tom on bass and lead guitarist Brodie Rainbird, will play at Macs Hotel this Saturday, March 16, on their Country Heart national tour. Nick said that the tour celebrates the band’s fourth studio album debuting on the ARIA Charts at number nine last year. “We are all stoked and really proud of this ARIA Top 10 debut,” Nick said. “We have our fans to thank for going out and buying the album.” Tom said the latest album was penned while the trio was on a songwriting trip to Nashville last year where they collaborated with a

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Melton and Moorabool women are being called on to join a clinical trial to improve cervical cancer screening. The Compass trial, conducted by the VCS Foundation, hopes to recruit more than 80,000 women nationwide. Bacchus Marsh Medical is one of more than 570 practices around the country where women will be participating in the trial. About 8000 more women aged between 25 and 38 years, particularly those who have had the human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine, are needed. Co-principal investigator Marion Saville said the trial is crucial to influence screening practices here and around the world. “For the scientific evidence generated to be strong and robust we need a significant number of participants, in this case 82,303 Australian women,” associate professor Saville said. She said nearly all cervical cancers were caused by persistent infection with certain types of HPV. “HPV testing is a better way to find lesions that otherwise may become cancers but we are also using the trial to identify the best way to refine the testing to avoid sending too many healthy women for further tests,” associate professor Saville said. Dr Noor Zannat, of Bacchus Marsh Medical Clinic, said that while many Melton and Moorabool women were already supporting the trial more local women were needed. “This trial is a powerful example of women helping other women,” Dr Zanat said. “If we can confirm the best way of screening using the HPV test, the Compass Trial will completely change the direction of how we screen and prevent cervical cancer globally. “The Compass Trial is a remarkable Australian medical milestone and I’d encourage all eligible women and practitioners to become a part of scientific history.” To join the trial: compasstrial.org.au. Esther Lauaki

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12 March 2019 Melton City Council Community News

Mayor’s Message

Harmony Day

Cr Bob Turner One of the best things about living in the City of Melton is how welcoming people are. I experienced a warm welcome many years ago when I first moved to the area, and I still see the same acceptance and inclusion displayed almost every day in our City; in sporting and service clubs, community groups, and schools and public spaces, to name a few.

As part of Cultural Diversity Week, Melton City Council is pleased to invite local residents to Harmony Day 2019. This free event will be held at Morton Homestead, Taylors Hill, Saturday 16 March, 11am - 3pm, and will feature cultural performances, great food and kids activities, including:

Each year we celebrate this sense of community during Cultural Diversity Week, the highlight of which is Harmony Day. With the theme ‘Everyone Belongs’, Harmony Day is an opportunity for everyone in our City to share unique stories and experiences, while recognising that we all contribute to creating a harmonious community that is aware of its cultural diversity. Come along to meet interesting people, watch live entertainment and eat

• African drumming • Kinder gym and other children’s activities • Face painting

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• Henna tattoos

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• Cultural food and drinks (Middle Eastern, Ethiopian, Spanish and Australian BBQ)

amazing food from all over the world. So, put it in your diary and be sure to join me at this outstanding community event. Visit melton.vic.gov.au/harmonyday for more info. Council will also be hosting another Community Road Safety Forum on Thursday 21 March at the Lakeview Senior College Auditorium, 6.20pm 9pm. Aimed at young drivers and their parents, this forum supports the work of Council and local emergency services in reducing our road toll statistics. It’s full of excellent information and resources for L and P plate drivers, and is completely free. To register, visit melton.vic.gov.au/roadsafetyforum To arrange a meeting, phone Barbara McKenzie on 9747 7200, or contact me directly on 0412 584 224 or at bob.turner@melton.vic.gov.au

• Local service providers • and much more Harmony Day is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate our diverse and inclusive community that welcomes people from all parts of the world. Come along to this free event to share in a day of cultural respect for everyone who calls Australia home. For more information visit melton.vic.gov.au/harmonyday

I’m sure local residents are as pleased as I am with the opening of the Westwood Drive road and bridge in December last year. Providing an important connection for community, access to existing local facilities, and a vital link across our municipality, this $8.7 million project has seen the redirection of around 10,000 vehicles from Caroline Springs Boulevard and Gourlay Road, and cuts commuting time in those areas. It’s also pleasing to see the three metrewide walking, running and cycling path being used so frequently, both by local commuters and for leisure activities. Speaking of our local roads, and following recent Councillor Budget discussions, I will be advocating for the replacement of roundabouts with signalised intersection and pedestrian crossings along Caroline Springs Boulevard, particularly on the corner of Rockbank Middle Road.

I believe it’s vital to make this busy area safer for both road users and pedestrians. Melton City Council places great value on residents being able to access high quality sporting and recreation facilities within the municipality, so it’s wonderful to report that the construction of the City Vista Sports Precinct, a $13 million project to promote a more active lifestyle, is progressing well. The precinct will feature two synthetic and two natural grass soccer pitches, a pavilion, commercial kitchen, pathways and landscaping, with completion expected mid-May. I welcome comments or feedback from residents who wish to contact me regarding any Council related matters. I can be contacted via email at kathy.majdlik@melton.vic.gov.au or on 0412 584 058.

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MY PLACE Danny Mullan is the proud owner of the horse that won the inaugural running of the Melton Plate. He talks to Esther Lauaki ahead of the event’s 30th anniversary. What’s your connection to Melton? I’ve lived in Melton since the mid ’70s when we moved to Toolern Vale. I came up here to get involved in horse racing and run a business. How long have you lived in the area? About 45 years. What are you passionate about? I’ve always been passionate about harness racing, I’ve been involved for more than 30 years and I’ve been lucky enough to have a few good horses. You were the owner of champion pacer Victorys Phil – the first horse to win the Melton Plate 30 years ago. What did that mean for you and to the community?

What is the Melton Plate all about? It was bigger than Ben Hur. It was a race that everyone in Melton wanted Victorys Phil to win. It was meant to put Melton on the map as a harness racing town. Before the event 30 years ago … dozens of buses took people to Moonee Ponds to promote Melton Plate. Since then it’s been won by some spectacular horses over the

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It meant so much to the community. Every local identity wants to win the Melton Plate. The event has built a lot of tradition and it’s nice to be part of the first one that was ever conducted. Victorys Phil was well endeared to people in the horsing community. years. These days Melton has one of the best tracks in Victoria and back then it was just a dream of having a race track. The Melton Plate still means a lot to our community because it’s the race that carries our name. It was designed to draw attention to Melton and it was well supported by the horses. For our family personally … it started a

lifelong involvement in harness racing as well as showing. What other hats do you wear in the community? Former president of the Melton Harness Club and Victorian Trainers and Drivers

Association. I’ve been a passionate supporter of the Melton community. All the business traders once got together and gave away a house and land package in West Melton. The Melton Plate harness racing event is on March 23 at Tabcorp Park and includes a night market and free kids rides. Gates open at 5pm.

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Eat your vegetables

Simon Rickard is speaking on “Heirloom vegetables and sustainable gardening” at the March 13 meeting of the Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden at Botanica Springs Community Centre. At 7.30pm ■ 9743 3819

Supreme sisters

The Supremes and Andrews Sisters Tribute on March 14 features songs ranging from swing and boogie woogie eras through to Motown. The show, at Caroline Springs library features smooth vocals from Susi Tate. From 10.45-11.45am ■ 9747 5300

Outdoor movie night

Burnside Primary School is hosting an outdoor movie night on March 15. Get comfy on 400 square metres of fake grass and 100 bean bags for movie goers to relax on and watch the big screen. Families are invited to bring a picnic dinner or purchase from a variety of food trucks there on the night. Free popcorn and choc tops for patrons will further enhance the fun. Be there at 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

The sweet treats cooking course will include a guided demonstration on how to make a Maltese souffle gateaux by chef and Maltese cookery expert Sharon. A tasting and recipe book sale will follow. At 10am on March 23 at the Melton library and 2pm at the Caroline Springs library. ■ 9747 5300

In harmony

On Saturday, March 16, Melton will come together at Morton Homestead to celebrate Harmony Day. Multicultural food, African drumming, performances, kids activities and henna face-painting are among the main attractions. Festivities start at 11am. ■ 9747 7200

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Holi day

Holi is one of the major festivals of Hindus. It’s a celebration and festival of love that brings together people from all backgrounds and ages. Melton Holi is on March 16 at Melton Recreation Reserve from 9am-5pm. ■ pkajay@gmail.com

Trivia night

Friends of Melton Botanic Garden is holding a trivia night on Friday, March 22 to raise at least $1000 for the garden. The event will be at Arnolds Creek Children’s and Community Centre between 7pm and 11pm. Tables can be arranged for 6-8 people. ■ 9743 3819

Seniors activities

Melton Senior Citizens Club welcomes

new members to enjoy indoor bowls, snooker and other activities every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12.45-3pm at 1 McKenzie Street. ■ 9743 3727

Parkinson’s support

Melton Parkinson’s Support Group meets every second Thursday of each month at Melton Health Conference room 1, at 195 Barries Road. Join the group to hear varied professional guest speakers

Centre manager Misty Carter. (Joe Mastroianni)

Aspire open day a learning experience Aspire Childcare’s open day will allow prospective parents to take a tour and gain information from Misty, the centre manager, and other educators. To make the event exciting as well as informative, Misty says they have locked in the renowned Kazoos for a free performance. “The Kazoos, one of Australia’s premier children’s acts, will perform at midday,” she says. “We’ll also have other free activities, such as face-painting, a sausage sizzle, an African drumming experience and an animal farm – always a huge drawcard for the littlies.

The open day will run from 10am-1pm on March 16. Misty says there has been incredible demand for the centre, which is located in the Atherton estate in Strathtulloh, a vibrant new enclave in Melton South. “If you’re looking for childcare this year, we’re advising all families to come along, take a look and secure one of our limited spots,” Misty says.

Aspire Atherstone Estate Childcare, “While kids are busy doing their own thing, 1 Ladbroke Street, Strathtulloh. parents and carers can have a look around Inquiries: 8001 4555 and have questions answered by our amazing educators.”

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CONSIDER THE SAUCE Kenny Weir is in for the thrill of the grill 8Street is a new indoor arcade of Asian eateries – it’s right under the big ferris wheel. So new is it, we’re here on opening day for the lot of them. Or, rather, it’s opening day for all the businesses, but we’re here for just one – the purveyor of Philippines eats known as GJ’s Grill. We’ve tried – once – the original GJ’s in Franklin Street, near Vic Market, with OK if not memorable results. Very long-time readers will know we have a certain, um, ambivalence about Filipino food. But we’re definitely up for trying the new GJ’s because we’re in the expert hands of CTS pal Jacqui, hubby Wes and their kids. They’re big GJ’s fans, and besides, it’s been way too long since we’ve enjoyed a catch-up. And we’re heartened by the knowledge the menu is all about grilled/roast meats and nothing at all about the braises and so on that often fill bain maries in Filipino eateries. The routine is regulation food court – pay at the counter and wait for your number – and the food is served in cardboard containers. I’m a bit nonplussed that the photos for this story make the food look unlovely and parsimonious. It’s neither – we eat well and affordably. Bennie has the beef talapa with garlic rice ($14.50). Jacqui has warned us the meat will be well done in the Pinoy style. She’s right, but it’s still good eating.

GJ’S GRILL Address: 8Street food court, Docklands. With the same garlic rice comes my lechon – crispy skin pork. It’s excellent – and sinfully rich and fatty; quite like classic Chinese roast pork, but without the seasonings. Both our meals are lifted in the zing department by serves of atchara – a liquidish pickle concoction made from grated unripe papaya. We’re powerful hungry, so also get a couple of the classic pork skewers. These are awesome and much more generous than we’ve had in the past, so the $5 each price tag is no problem. The meat is tender, succulent, perfect. It’s too rich for me, but my dining companions also share a serve of another classic – sisig ($19). This is an offalish jumble that is a bit like the topping of an HSP – without the chips! It’s tricky to gauge how GJ’s and its neighbouring 8Street establishments will go at Docklands. But if you’re there anyway, GJ’s is worth checking out for something a little different.

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Take a senior approach to fine driving Senior Drivers Expos are a free initiative staged four times a year by RoadSafe Westgate Community Road Safety. The next expo will be held on Thursday, April 11, in Braybrook. The expo is open to anyone who is retired or thinking about retirement. RoadSafe Westgate chair Jim Giddings says his road safety group is committed to supporting older drivers to safely continue using the roads.

The expo will encourage safer – and more enjoyable – driving for older road users.

“We can all be better drivers with a few simple things like keeping up with new road laws, making sure our health is as good as can be, getting rid of bad driving habits and keeping our cars in good condition,” Mr Giddings says.

Each participant gets advice from professionals, • Opportunities to ask questions of road law specialists from the Highway Patrol. such as VicRoads roadworthy officers, about how to keep their cars in roadworthy condition. • A free Senior Drivers Expo pack that includes a reusable carry bag, a copy of Senior “The expo gives senior drivers the chance of a Participants also receive: Drivers Handbook, plus other relevant free and confidential one-on-one session with • Specialist advice on taking care of tyres. information. one of the four registered driving instructors in • RACV presentation on road safety for seniors. • A free check on driving techniques and vehicle attendance. safety information to support driving with “The sessions are designed to identify any short- • Information and advice on driving safely. confidence. • Updates on health, interactions of medicines cut habits drivers may have adopted during the with driving and the newer road rules. • A free morning tea and light lunch. years of driving.”

When: Thursday, April 11. Where: Braybrook Community Centre. 107 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook. Time: 9.30am-2.30pm. Bring: Your car, a notebook and a pen. To secure a place or get more information, call Biq on 9188 5800 during business hours. There are limited places so get in early – bookings are essential.

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The land affected by the application is located at:

17 Collins Road MELTON, LOT: 79 LP: 216332L V/F: 9938/989

The application is for a permit to:

Use and development of the land for the purpose of a telecommunications facility comprising of a 45 metre high slimline monopole with associated panel antennae and equipment shelter.

The application reference number is:

1300 746 422 0418 392 622

DB-L-29449

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You may look at the application and any documents that support the application at the office of the Responsible Authority or alternatively at: www.melton.vic.gov.au/apa

Stilmark Holdings Pty Ltd PA2019/6451 Melton City Council Civic Centre 232 High Street MELTON VIC 3337

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TRADITIONAL MEMORIALS

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24 Buchanan Rd, Brooklyn NOTICE OF INTENTION TO LEASE

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MELTON CITY COUNCIL (Council) gives notice under section 190 of the Local Government Act 1989 (Act) of its intention to enter into a lease with AAA Nextt Group Pty Ltd (Tenant) at 54 Pinnacle Crescent, Brookfield (Lease).

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The principal terms of the Lease will be as follows: 1. Term: 1 year with a further option of 1 year (in total 2 years) 2. Commencement: On or before 1 July 2019 3. Commencing rent: $ 4,766.67 per month including GST 4. The permitted use: Residential and respite facility

12413667-CG12-19

Notice of an Application for Planning Permit

The application reference number is: You may look at the application and any documents that support the applicafion at the office of the Responsible Authority or alternatively at: www.melton.vic.gov. au/apa

58 St Arnaud Road EYNESBURY, LOT: B ST: 977 PS: 543210K V/F: 11824/358 Variation to a Restrictive Covenant (Instrument AL718774U) to specify that the covenant expires after 20 years

12413918-FA12-19

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PA2019/6467

Garage Sales

BROOKFIELD

8 Glenelg Court, Sat 16th March, 8am-1pm. Multiple household sale. Large items, small items - something for everybody.

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CAROLINE SPRINGS 8 Narracan Close, Saturday & Sunday 16th & 17th March, 9am-3pm. General household items and other miscellaneous goods.

Visit Melton City Council Civic Centre 232 High Street MELTON VIC 3337

s BE SENT TO THE 2ESPONSIBLE Authority in writing, s INCLUDE THE REASONS FOR THE objection, and s STATE HOW THE OBJECTOR would be affected.

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Sita Group has vacancies for casual bus drivers at our West Footscray Depot. Applicants must have valid Heavy Rigid License, current Drivers Certificate and Working with Children Check. Please send resume and copy of licences to: sita@sitacoaches.com.au www.sitacoaches.com.au

CLEANERS WANTED

Cleaners wanted for part time work please contact Jim on 0421 895 019

Required for interstate work. Must have experience. Family owned business located in Bacchus Marsh. Contact 0413 026 690

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experience in kitchen work and management of catering staff. Experience

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interest and relevant experience, along with a current resume, to Ms Ann

in residential aged care food services desirable. If you wish to be considered for this position please forward a cover letter expressing your Griffin, People and Culture Manager, Ballan District Health & Care 33 Cowie Street Ballan 3342, or, email to anng@bdhc.com.au Applications will be received until 5pm on Friday 15th March 2019.

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Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the responsible authority.

The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before.

For Sale

(Follow signs day of sale) A massive Machinery & Asset reduction as we are downsizing our business practices. Ex Demolition, Heavy industrial clean-ups & much more. F/E Loader backhoes, Bulldozer, Trucks, Floats, Bodies, Trailers, Bobcat, Forklift, Vehicles, All types of Buckets, Grabs, Pulveriser, Thumb, & attachments, Conveyors, Jaw crusher, Brand new high output ice making machine, Skid water tank, Self-feed primary Aveling-Barford jaw crusher, Kato knuckle boom, Isuzu Jeter truck, Motorbikes, Steel, Building materials, Containers & so much more. Go to our website for a more extensive list & photos, LIKE us on Facebook & Subscribe to our email newsletter. Payment & Removal on day of sale cash, EFTPOS or Credit card & 15% BP applies.

This can be done during office hours and is free of charge.

!N OBJECTION MUST

SUNDAY 17th MARCH 2019 at 10am (Gates open at 8.30am) 100 ISLAND RD, KOO WEE RUP VIC 3981

Following consideration of submissions, Council may resolve to lease the land and building as detailed above, or not proceed with the proposal.

The applicant for the permit is:

48 Davies Avenue, Sunshine North 9364 0770 SWA6566B

AUCTION CLEARING SALE

Any person requesting to be heard in support of his or her submission is entitled to be heard before Council (or a Committee established by Council for this purpose) or be represented by a person acting on his or her behalf, and will be notified of the time and date of the hearing. Any person wishing to be heard must advise this in his/her submission.

The application is for a permit to:

Open 7 days

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Chief Executive Officer Melton City Council â&#x20AC;&#x2122;54 Pinnacle Crescent, Brookfield Lease Submissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; PO BOX 21 MELTON VIC 3337

The land affected by the application is located at:

$100/ 30mins

The Clearing Sale Specialists

All submissions will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Act. Submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, and can be hand delivered to Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Municipal Office at 232 High Street, Melton 3337 or posted to the following address.

Enquiries: Christine Denyer (9747 5367) or Maree Stellini (9747 5390)

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Any person may make a submission under section 223 of the Act must do so in writing within 28 days of the date of publication of this notice, that is by 5.00pm on Tuesday 9 April 2019.

Any person making a submission should be aware that the submission may form part of the agenda and minutes of a meeting of the Council and be available to the public.

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Melton City Council will conduct its annual rabbit control program from the 18th March to 27rd March 2018. The following areas will be affected: s 4OOLERN #REEK SOUTH OF -INNS 2OAD TO AND INCLUDING (ANNAH 7ATTS 0ARK

s 4OOLERN #REEK FROM THE -ELBOURNE "ALLARAT RAIL LINE SOUTH TO 'REIGS 2OAD

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Phil Minniti’s rink had a good win on Saturday. (Marck Wilson)

Bacchus Marsh is hoping a Central Highlands Bowls top division premiership drought will come to an end this weekend. Having not won a division 1 premiership since the 1988-89 season, Bacchus Marsh enters the grand final against Lancefield on the back of two strong finals wins. On Saturday, Bacchus Marsh accounted for minor premiers Gisborne Red in a one-sided affair. Bacchus Marsh president and skip Phil Minniti said they didn’t expect the result they had, even though they had easily beaten Gisborne Red in the second-last round of the season. On this occasion, Bacchus Marsh won 95 (16)-64 (2). “We’ve now had two really good wins against them in a row,” he said. “We thought it would be close and go down to the wire. “They finished on top and are out in straight sets so that is going to hurt them.” Bacchus Marsh started well and got out

to an early lead and was able to extend that throughout the day. In the end, three of the four Bacchus Marsh rinks got up. Daniel Willis’ rink, which was the big winner in the first week of finals, continued its good form with a 27-16 win against Tim Rogers’ rink. Rogers was the leading skip throughout the season. Minniti’s rink won 27-10 and Simon Cornock’s rink won 20-16. Glenn Arthur’s rink had a one shot loss, 22-21. The win puts Bacchus Marsh through to the grand final for the first time in five years. Its second side is also in the grand final. Minniti said it was massive for the club. “Our last division 1 premiership was in 1988-89, so we’ll be going for our first one in 30 years,” he said. “Our top two sides are through to the grand final and that’s really good for the club. “I don’t know whether that’s ever happened before for the club.”

Centrals eye off a flag By Tara Murray Melton Centrals’ good form has continued with the side through to a Victorian Turf Cricket Association Russell Pollock Shield Division 5 grand final. Entering the finals on the back of four straight wins, Centrals proved too strong for Jacana in a semi-final at the weekend. Centrals captain-coach Adam Hulett said they were stoked to be through to the grand final. It will be Centrals’ top side’s first grand final since the 2014-15 season when they lost to Grand United in the Williamstown and District Cricket Association. “We played a really good game and everyone played their roles,” he said of the semi-final clash. “Everything has been business as usual. We’re focused on preparing the same, training the same and we’ve been keeping with the plan. “We want to continue down this path.” Centrals won the toss on Saturday and elected to bat, making 245. Hulett said while happy with the score, they could have put more runs on the board. “Some things went our way and sometimes that is the luck. “But we left some runs out there. “We were bowled out with 24 overs remaining, so we could have got a few more runs if we had gone about things differently. “They bowled well under the circumstances they had.” Hashan James top scored with a well made 68, while Waduwidanalage Rangika made 40. Hulett said the most pleasing thing was it wasn’t left to one person. “It was a team performance with a lot of guys making runs,” he said. “Steve Robertson, who has been our best batsman in recent weeks, didn’t have the best day with the bat, but others stood up.” In reply, the Jaguars were bowled out for 122. Like in their bowling innings, things didn’t go their way with rain halting their momentum. Hulett said they just focused on the task at hand. “You can’t control that,” he said of the rain. “The game was in the balance and they had some good batsmen in. “We got a run-out straight after the break and a wicket not long afterwards “We stuck to our plans [and] it paid off.” Rangika was the pick of the bowlers, taking 5-34, while Hulett took two wickets.

Bacchus Marsh will face Lancefield in the top grade. Lancefield had the weekend off after winning the major semi-final the week before. The two teams split the results during the season, winning on each other’s home green. The grand final will be held at Kyneton Golf, where both sides have had good finals wins this year. It wasn’t all good news for Bacchus Marsh, with its division 3 side knocked out. In a one-sided preliminary final, Romsey won 90 (15)-70 (1). Minniti said even though the result didn’t go their way it was still a really good effort. “It’s always hard for them with the side having changes throughout the year. “To have them get that far is an exciting effort.” Romsey will face Gisborne Red in the division three grand final. Bacchus Marsh will face Kyneton Red in the division 2 grand final. Both matches will be played at Lancefield. Tara Murray

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Caroline Springs George Cross started its FFA Cup campaign with an extra time win against Yarraville Glory on Saturday. In warm conditions, the Georgies looked in control for a lot of the match, but couldn’t put it on the scoreboard, with scores 2-2 at the end of regular time. A goal to James Kemal in the 112th minute gave the Georgies the win 3-2. For more on the match and Georgies off season, go to www. starweekly.com.au/sports.

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It took until the final round, but Eynesbury Eagles finally got a win on the board in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association Johnstone Shield. Having made 9-295 against finals-bound Riddell on day one, the Eagles had set themselves up for the win. They were able to follow through with the ball, bowling Riddell out for 185. Max Giulieri was the pick of the bowlers with 185. St Anthonys, which finished second on the ladder, enters the finals on the back of a loss to Bacchus Marsh. The Saints face Riddell in a semi-final, playing for a spot in the grand final. In the McIntyre Cup, Diggers Rest Bulla secured the last finals spot with a win against Woodend. The Burras will play Bacchus Marsh in the first round of the finals. For more GDCA news, go to www.starweekly.com. au/sports.

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Darley’s season came to an end with a loss to Wendouree in the Ballarat Cricket Association. Defending a big total of 300, the Lions weren’t able to get the job done with Wendouree finishing 8-301. Ben Longhurst was the pick of the bowlers for the Lions, with 5-68. The loss leaves the Lions at seventh, well out of the top four, after a slow start to the season. In some good news for the Lions, they have announced imports Danza Hyatt and Hasitha Wickramasinghe have re-signed for next season. Hashan James had a solid batting performance for Melton Centrals. (Shawn Smits)

Centrals will face Aberfeldie Park in the grand final over the next two weekends. Hulett said they were confident that they could continue their form.

“Two of our best games this season have come against Aberfeldie Park. “Hopefully it is third time lucky and we can get over the line.”

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Centrals fall just short of a second grand final A season beyond expectations has come to an end for Melton Centrals in the Cricket Victoria Women’s Community Cricket north-west B one-day competition. Having claimed the T20 title in their second season, Centrals fell just short of a second grand final, losing to Plenty Valley on Saturday in a one-day semi-final. Things didn’t go to plan for Centrals during the week, with their home ground unavailable because of other scheduled games. It meant that Centrals missed out on a home final, and the eventual location of the game, in Fitzroy, not decided until the day before the game. Once the game started, it was the Bats that took control, making 6-197. Amy Hibbert was the pick of the bowlers, taking three wickets for Centrals. Centrals captain-coach Candace Hulett said they let themselves down in the field. “Plenty Valley batted really well,” she said. “We didn’t have the best day in the field and were a bit off and that cost us the game.” Centrals’ innings didn’t start well with Hulett, their highest run scorer, out cheaply.

Centrals fought back but couldn’t get the runs, finishing 5-148. Hulett was ecstatic with how the side responded and batted out the overs. “Most of the season we’ve relied on me to make runs and I was out early,” she said. “Two girls stood up and put on nearly a 100-run partnership. “Amy Hibbert made 52 not out and Rhiannah Jordan made 41. “It’s nice to see the rewards after putting in the hard work. “Amy has come along well with the bat and batted with a lot of patience.” Hulett said the batting performance showed that the next group of players was starting to step up and take on roles within the side. She highlighted Tara Keenan as the one who had really stood up this season. “They showed that on Saturday. Other girls stood up and that is fantastic to see, hopefully that can continue.” Hulett said they were thrilled with how the season had panned out. “We thought we would have been there or thereabouts to make a final this season.

“If someone had told me at the start of the season that we would have a T20 premiership and a one day semi-final, I would have taken that every season. “It’s been a successful season in just our second season. “It’s exceeded everyone’s expectations and everyone has improved so much since the start of the season.” Hulett said the focus next season is on taking the side’s game to the next level. She said the first two seasons had been about teaching the fundamentals. “Hopefully we’ll keep all the girls together, that is the first part,” she said. “We want to continue to improve and start learning about reading the game and game structure. “They’ve now got two seasons under the belt and can start learning that next bit.” Tara Murray Tara Keenan has been a big improver for Melton Centrals this season. (Shawn Smits)

Storm seniors in chase for triple treat

David Dickinson spent plenty of time at the crease to help Melton chase down Werribee’s total. (Shawn Smits)

Lions bowlers lead way By Tara Murray Melton’s confidence is growing in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association south-west finals series. The Lions snuck into finals in the last round and are now just one win away from a grand final spot after beating Werribee in their semi-final at the weekend. As has been the case many times this season, the Lions bowlers set the game up, bowling the Tigers out for just 103. Lions’ coach Nathan Geisler said it was a pleasing effort. “We bowled a good line and asked questions of the batsmen,” he said. “We fielded well for the most part of it, but we put down a few chances late in the innings. “But to bowl them out for 103 is really good.” Geisler said opening bowlers Ben Jones and Ash Sweet continued their good form, both taking three wickets. 24 MELTON & MOORABOOL STAR WEEKLY \ MARCH 12, 2019

Jake Charge, who returned to the side, also took three wickets. Geisler said the decision to bring back Charge and Dylan Clarke, who also missed last week, for himself and Anthony Gale, was an easy one. “To be honest, as we said at selection, it was more about backing in the team that had got us to this position. “Chargey was really good yesterday taking three wickets.” The Lions finished day one at 3-76 needing another 28 runs for victory. It was a nervous few moments for Geisler and those on the sidelines early on day two when they lost two quick wickets. “We got it down to about 20 runs with five wickets in hand,” he said. “It took a while to get those runs, but we got there in the end. Despite our form this season, we believe that we bat deep.” The Lions finished 5-131 and the two teams were back in the pavilion before rain hit.

Geisler said the most pleasing thing was the contributions that came from across the board. “Jake Thornton-Gielen batted really well late and got us across the line,” he said. “Pawan Wickramasinghe and David Dickinson both batted well last night. “Dicko was that mature head at the top of the order when we needed it. Even young Adrian Monitto batted really well for his 13 not out.” Dickinson top scored with 37 which came off a massive 129 balls in nearly three hours at the crease. The Lions face Elsternwick in a preliminary final, with the winner to play in the grand final against either Oakleigh or Caulfield. Geisler said they have to keep building on what they’ve done in the past few weeks. “We’ve got to keep believing in what we are producing,” he said. “We’ve got confidence now … there’s different contributors with the bat and we know what we are going to get with the bowlers.”

Sydenham-Hillside had little trouble winning through to the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 4 Charles Clark Shield grand final. Having lost just one game since the Christmas break, the Storm have been the form team of the competition and showed why at the weekend against Williamstown Congs in a semi-final. The Congs were 0-47, before losing 10-85. They were eventually bowled out for just 132. Storm vice-president and player Warren Hackney said it was coach Dane Currency that set the tone with the ball. “All our bowlers were able to do the job and were led by Dane,” he said. “Dane was amazing with his accuracy and consistency and showed his class. “He took 6-44 off about 30 overs … on a batting-friendly deck.” The Storm had 11 overs to face before stumps. While they lost two wickets, they kept the run rate up and were 2-52 at stumps. “We were pretty positive and didn’t go into our skins,” Hackney said. “We lost a couple of wickets, but we put in a decent chunk of the total.” The Storm lost just one wicket on Sunday, finishing 3-135. Ben Green had yet another half century. The Storm face Maribyrnong Park St Marys in this season’s grand final. For many in the Storm playing group it’s their second grand final in three years. Hackney said they will have a challenge ahead of them. “They [Maribyrnong Park St Marys] have the bragging rights this season, we haven’t been able to beat them. “We’re still feeling confident knowing we haven’t played our best against them and we’re hitting our peak at the right time.” In what was a good weekend for the Storm, their second XI also won through to the grand final. The fourth XI side was knocked out. With their women’s side already winning their premiership, the Storm could have three senior premierships for the season by the end of the month. Tara Murray

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