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Super fun for kids Children will get the run of Bundoora’s Norris Bank Parklands later this month for a day of super kids fun. Whittlesea council will kick-off its Children’s Week activities with Super Kids Sunday at the McLeans Road reserve on Sunday, October 20. The family fun day replaces the Rockin’ at Redleap event. Kids will get the chance to try out the new playground at Norris Bank and can also take part in art making, yoga, storytelling, face-painting, nature play and LEGO sessions throughout the day. Street parking around the reserve is limited so consider walking to the event. Super Kids Sunday is on from noon-4pm. Details: whittlesea.vic.gov.au

Crazy Daisy the Clown (front) with Juan Vesuvius. (Damjan Janevski)

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NRL park deal anger By Laura Michell Broadmeadows’ Seabrook Reserve will become the home of rugby league in Victoria and the NRL’s women’s league as part of a major revamp of the park. But the decision has angered Broadmeadows residents who say they have not been consulted about the plans. Hume council adopted its Seabrook Reserve master plan late last month, unveiling plans to include the NRL’s state training and community centre at the Goulburn Street site.

A draft master plan for the reserve did not include the centre. The state government allocated $12 million to the training and community centre in the 2018-19 budget but it was originally planned for nearby Johnstone Street Reserve. Hume council corporate services director Daryl Whitfort said investigations found Johnstone Street Reserve was not suitable for the centre, leading the council to discuss the possibility of using Seabrook Reserve with NRL Victoria and local league side Northern Thunder, who are based at the reserve.

Mr Whitfort said the council consulted with stakeholders who would be directly impacted by the potential inclusion of the NRL centre at Seabrook Reserve. However, Broadmeadows Progress Association spokeswoman Sonja Rutherford said the council should have consulted the entire community about its plan. “This is a massive change that was made in secret. No one in the community knew anything about it,” she said. “If it is such a good deal, why did they hide it from residents?” The training centre will result in the

development of four pitches at the reserve, three of which will be available to the community outside of matches and training sessions. There is currently one and half pitches at the reserve. It is not known how long the reserve will be leased to NRL Victoria, however the centre will be built at no cost to the council. NRL Victoria general manager Brent Silva said the centre would allow the organisation to deliver more extensive community programs and would provide more young people with the opportunity to follow their rugby league dreams.

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Game on for new indoor stadium By Laura Michell Epping’s basketball and netball clubs will have access to more indoor courts with a new stadium set to be built by Casa D’Abruzzo Club and Whittlesea council. The four-court indoor stadium will be built by the Casa D’Abruzzo club by the end of 2021, with the council to contribute $5 million from its 2020-21 budget. The partnership will guarantee community access to the courts for at least 20 years. A report to last week’s council meeting stated it would cost council at least $15 million to

build a similar stadium. The report noted there was no funding allocated to a stadium in the council’s budget for the next 10 years. While the council said the stadium will boost access and participation in basketball and netball, concerns have been raised about the partnership between the council and Casa D’Abruzzo as the club houses 75 gaming machines. A joint letter from Whittlesea Community Connections and the Hume Whittlesea Primary Care Partnership was presented to last week’s council meeting urging councillors to consider the harms posed by gaming machines

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and reject the partnership. Cr Sam Alessi said the council had strongly advocated for the harm minimisation of poker machines but did not have a zero tolerance policy, adding the council accepted that gambling was legal. He said the council already had partnerships and lease agreements with other gaming venues such as the Lalor Bowling

Club, Epping RSL and Whittlesea Bowling Club. Cr Alessi said the partnership was a “great outcome”. “[The stadium] is something that is lacking, especially in the eastern part of the established part of our municipality,” he said. “We have 3000 people who get driven out of the municipality to play [basketball and netball]. Young people will have nowhere to go if we were not to take up this great opportunity.” Cr Norm Kelly said he was “embarrassed” by the council’s decision, fearing people would use the club’s poker machines when dropping their kids off for matches.

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Nishtha (front), Siddhant, Raj, Sunil and Sushant. (Shawn Smits)

All welcome to the festival of lights One of the biggest festivals on the Hindu calendar is coming to Whittlesea. More than 10,000 people are expected to head to the grounds of the Whittlesea civic centre in South Morang for the annual Diwali festival on October 26. Event organiser Nishtha Goel said Diwali, which is also known as the festival of lights, was a chance for families and friends to come together and exchange gifts, sweets and wishes

for an auspicious year ahead. “It is also a great way for everyone who is so busy in their everyday routines to reconnect with people whom they may not regularly speak with but care about,” she said. “We would like to invite the multicultural community to Vivid Diwali Whittlesea and we assure you will leave with smiles, happiness and lasting memories.” Ms Goel said during Diwali, Indian houses are decorated with dazzling lights and clay

lamps are lit to signify the victory of good over evil. This year’s event will include Bollywood dancing workshops, multicultural singing and dancing, carnival rides, henna tattoos, camel rides and a fireworks display. Entry is free but registration is required. Details: vividdiwali19.eventbrite.com

A three-month trial of a food waste collection service has started in Whittlesea. The trial will run in parts of Thomastown, Lalor, Mernda, Doreen and Mill Park. As reported by Star Weekly, the trial will be open to people living in those suburbs who have garden waste bins. It will be rolled out across the rest of the municipality by March 2020. Mayor Lawrie Cox said the food waste collection would play an important role in supporting residents to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill. “We understand the current recycling situation is frustrating for residents but we are working on a variety of options behind the scenes to find a long-term solution,” he said. “The food waste program will aid in reducing the amount of waste going to landfill. “In the City of Whittlesea, more than 40 per cent of the weight in an average garbage bin is food waste.” Cr Cox said the food waste collected in the garden bins during the trial would be composted which council would then be able to reuse in local parks and open spaces. Residents in selected trial areas will have already received a kitchen caddy, compostable bin liners and an information kit. Laura Michell

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Student’s top honour Kangan Institute student Rachael Hilder was named vocational student of the year at the recent 2019 Victorian Training Awards. She will now represent Victoria at the Australian Training Awards in November. Ms Hilder’s TAFE journey began at 48 years of age when she enrolled in diplomas in community services and justice at Kangan. She juggled her studies with caring for her family. “I am grateful for the amazing teachers at Kangan Institute’s Broadmeadows campus and all of the wonderful staff for their patience and encouragement,” she said. “When I first started, I didn’t even know how

to do most of the things on the computer. It was only due to the dedication of the staff and their patience I was able to actually get through.” Ms Hilder, from Broadmeadows, is now working as a corrections officer at Ravenhall Correctional Centre. Kangan Institute chief executive Phil Murphy said Ms Hilder’s award reflected her hard work and passion for her vocation. “Her success demonstrates not just her hard work and determination but also a strong passion to make a positive difference in society through the correctional sector,” he said. Laura Michell

La Trobe University will become the home of the Northern Football Netball League. The league will relocate its headquarters to operate from the new La Trobe Sports Stadium at the university’s Bundoora campus.

Walk to school

Whittlesea kids are being encouraged to ditch the car and walk, ride or scoot to school this month. The school with the highest pro-rata participation will receive a $500 prize from Whittlesea council. Schools and parents can register at walktoschool.vic.gov.au FOR BREAKING NEWS, VISIT Web: starweekly.com.au Northern Star Weekly @starweeklynews @star_weekly

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Fabulous food donations By Laura Michell Hume residents experiencing disadvantage and homelessness have received close to 111,000 meals during the past 12 months as a result of donations from local Coles stores. Food rescue organisation SecondBite distributed the food donations to local charities including the Craigieburn Salvation Army and Tullamarine Community House, allowing them to provide food parcels and discounted meals to community members in need. Tullamarine Community House secretary Catherine Short said the Carol Grove centre began offering food parcels and discounted meals two years ago when it was given the opportunity to join the SecondBite network. Ms Short said the food donations were distributed to people from all walks of life. “We have a large migrant and refugee population that came into the area about 12-18 months ago. We also have a lot of young families who need help, and our older residents need help too,” she said. Ms Short said the community house served up about 20 lunches each Monday at its men’s shed, with an additional 15 lunches cooked up on a Tuesday. The lunches cost $5. She said about 40 people contact the centre each week to enquire about food parcels. “In the last 12 months, we have noticed [our supplies] are getting very tight and unfortunately we are not able to help everyone,” she said. “I’ve noticed that wages are stagnating but the cost of everything is rising. We don’t have a refrigeration van so at the moment we are only able to provide fresh fruit and vegies and bread when it is available.” Coles Victorian general manager Mark

Tullamarine Community House secretary Catherine Short. (Joe Mastroianni)

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O’Herns stage two starts Construction has started on the second stage of the O’Herns Road upgrade. The $103 million project will connect O’Herns Road with the Hume Freeway, creating better north-south connections between Cooper Street and O’Herns Road. Extra lanes will be added to O’Herns Road and the freeway. Stage one of the project was completed in February and involved installing traffic lights at the intersection of O’Herns Road and High Street. The project is funded by the state and federal governments. Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Michael McCormack said the upgrade would transform the way residents move across Melbourne’s north. “We’re widening roads and improving access to the freeway, helping traffic to flow freely,” he said. The upgrade is being carried out by Major Road Projects Victoria and is expected to be completed by mid-2021. State Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan said the project would improve connection across the northern suburbs, encouraging economic and jobs growth. “This project will help people who live and work here get home sooner and safer, while creating new opportunities for local businesses,” she said. “It’s a huge win for the local community who’ll spend less time stuck in traffic.” Laura Michell

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One-way option for Masons Road By Laura Michell

Embracing all bodies

(Joe Mastroianni)

Masons Road in Mernda will remain open to traffic for now – but will become a one-way road for six months in an effort to address residents’ safety concerns. Whittlesea council flagged the possible closure of the unsealed road in March in response to lobbying from residents living on Masons Road and Wilkes Court who fear the road has become too dangerous. Concerns were also raised about dust being spread into their homes and water tanks. The road has become a ‘rat run’ in recent years for motorists trying to bypass Bridge Inn Road. It is used by up to 850 cars daily. The council has been grading the road more frequently but it is proving unable to withstand the high volume of daily traffic. Community consultation on the proposed closure found that while 84 per cent of people living on the sealed section of Masons Road wanted the unsealed section closed, 83 per cent of Wilkes Court residents wanted the road to remain open. Emergency services called for the road to remain open as well. A council advisory committee recommended a six-month trial of Masons Road as a one-way road, travelling eastbound between Epping Road and Wilkes Court. Masons Road will be closed to traffic at the end of the trial if it does not address residents’ concerns. Speaking at last week’s council meeting, Cr Emilia Lisa Sterjova, who was part of the advisory committee, said the one-way trial was “the best option” in “very difficult circumstances”. “We had to balance the concerns of residents who live on Masons Road and the wider community.”

A South Morang personal trainer is on a mission to help new mums feel confident about their post-baby bodies. Anita Guerra is one of 19 trainers from Australia and New Zealand who will be running a free No More Pre-baby Body training session on Saturday, October 19. The session is designed to encourage women to embrace their post-baby body and help them feel strong and confident. Ms Guerra, who runs Fit For 2, said she aimed to empower women. “I have been there and it’s time to change our perception to create a healthy mindset and strong body with confidence so our kids grow up in a positive environment, as well as reduce the chances of postnatal depression,” she said. “As a midwife, I know what women are going through and I want to support them to know it’s OK to take time for themselves. “My goal is to change the pressure women feel to get their pre-baby body back.” The training sessions will be held at the Riverside Community Centre, South Morang from 3-5pm. Details: fitfor2.com.au ANITA GUERRA WITH DAUGHTER NICCO, 6

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Theft offences drive up crime By Laura Michell Thefts and drug offences have driven a four per cent increase in recorded crimes in Whittlesea and Hume in the 12 months to June, new data reveals. Latest figures from the Crime Statistics Agency show there were 16,038 recorded offences in Whittlesea in the year to June 30, up from 15,396 in the 12 months to June 30, 2018. Hume police recorded 21,086 offences in

the 12 months to June 30, up from 20,230 in June 2018. Thefts rose by four per cent in both municipalities, driven by motor vehicle thefts. In Hume, motor vehicle thefts rose 3 per cent from 1158 at June 2018 to 1192 by June this year. Whittlesea recorded a 13.5 per cent rise in motor vehicle thefts in the 12 months to June, with 766 offences recorded by police. Crime Statistics Agency data also reveals a rise in thefts from retail stores in Whittlesea. Offences rose 13 per cent in the year to June,

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with 878 incidents recorded. Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Shane Patton said increases in shop stealing were a high priority. “We’ve recently seen a lot of publicity [about

swarming] … where we have seen youth go in en masse,” he said. “We realise we need to do more and we are. It’s a significant issue. That’s an area of focus for us moving forward.” Both municipalities also recorded surges in drug offences. In Hume, drug use and possession offences rose by 52 per cent from 894 at June 2018 to 1181 at June 30 this year. Drug use and possession offences rose by 34 per cent in Whittlesea, up from 523 at June 2018 to 700 by June this year.

New life for landmark The Broadmeadows town hall has re-opened, following a $25 million revamp. The iconic building, which has been part of Broadmeadows for more than 50 years, has been transformed into a contemporary events and arts space. It also features commercial offices and a co-working space. Hume mayor Carly Moore, who officially re-opened the building last Friday, said the restoration had completely transformed the building. “The desire was to deliver a landmark modern facility, tailored to meet the needs of residents and businesses in Broadmeadows, Hume and Melbourne’s north,” she said. “We are excited to unveil such a contemporary space which will serve our community as a wedding, corporate, private and community event venue for decades to come.” The town hall opened in November, 1964 with a week-long arts festival. The hall cost about £450,000 to build, with the work taking 14 months.

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The hall hosted a range of memorable events over the years including ACDC concerts in March and April 1975, as well as debutante balls, festivals, weddings and car shows. “So many people have precious memories of this building and it was that nostalgia and community connection that fuelled this project to rejuvenate the venue for future generations,” Cr Moore said. A community event to celebrate the re-opening will be held on Sunday, October 20, 1-4pm. Details: townhallbroadmeadows.com.au Laura Michell

Councillors and MPs celebrate the re-opening of the town hall. (Supplied)

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MY PLACE Northern Hospital theatre floor co-ordinator Shelley Sinclair recently retired after 43 years working at Northern Health. She speaks with Laura Michell. When did you begin working at Northern Health? I started my nursing training at PANCH (Preston and Northcote Community Hospital which later became Northern Health) in 1976. I finished my training in 1979 and worked on the wards for a number of years. I then did midwifery training for a year before I went overseas. How did you end up working in theatre?

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When I came back from overseas some friends convinced me to work in theatre. I wasn’t sure about it, because I was training, theatre was the most terrifying department. But now, my friends have all moved on and I’m still here. What’s the best part of your job? It is an exciting environment. Your days are always exciting and very different people pass through your day every day. What has kept you working at Northern Health for 43 years? The people I work with; that caring, family-like environment. When you work in a high-stress

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environment, you gel together. You can’t stay working in a place for that amount of time without great people around you.

When I first started, we had three operating

theatres. Now, we’ve got seven and it’s more than doubled in size and the complexity of the work you do is far greater. The acuity of patients is much higher, definitely the number of cases and the number of languages spoken by patients. It’s incredibly diverse.

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What do you have planned for your retirement? I actually don’t have many plans. I have holidays coming up that were booked before I decided to retire. My friends have been helping me navigate the decision.

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Discover Lalor

Discover the secrets of Lalor on a guided tour taking in the first house built in the Peter Lalor Housing co-operative, the Mentone Fire station and Stockdale Park, on Saturday, October 12, 11am-12.30pm. Tour departs from Lalor library, 2a May Road. Registration essential. ■ lalyprl@yprl.vic.gov.au

Garden open day

Explore the heritage garden at Ziebell’s Farmhouse on Sunday, October 20, 11.30am-3pm, at the corner of Ainwick Court and Gardenia Road, Thomastown. Entry costs $3 for adults and 50c for children. ■ enquiries@westgarthtown.org.au Join the Craigieburn Exercise and Support Group’s knitting for a cause group at Newbury Child and Community Centre, 440 Grand Boulevard on Wednesday, October 9, 10.30am-12.30pm. The group will be knitting blankets for the Salvation Army, Craigieburn. ■ sec.cseg@yahoo.com

Community garden

Learn the art of making great coffee at Thomastown Neighbourhood House’s barista basics course beginning October 10. At 52 Main Street. Places limited. ■ 9462 6077

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will be held at the Broadmeadows civic plaza, Tanderrum Way on Friday, October 18, from 5.30pm. ■ hume.vic.gov.au

Line dancing

Meet other gardeners at the Craigieburn Community Garden open day on Saturday, October 19, from 11am, at 33 Hamilton Street. ■ 9205 2473

Hume seniors can learn line dancing at the Broadmeadows Aquatic and Leisure Centre on Thursday, October 10 as part of the Hume Seniors Festival. No bookings required. ■ 9205 2670

Community barbecue

Learn about the Thomas family

A welcome barbecue celebrating refugees

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at Lalor library on Wednesday, October 16, 11am-noon. A collection of photographs and documents relating to the pioneering family will be on display. At 2a May Road. ■ 9465 2353

Ghost tour

Uncover Whittlesea’s haunted past during a historical ghost tour on Thursday, October 24, departing from Mill Park library, 394 Plenty Road, at 7.30pm. The tour is supported by Northern Melbourne Paranormal. ■ 9437 8189

Community fitness sessions

Join in free fitness classes at Cloverton in Kalkallo, Monday to Saturday during the school term. Classes in cross-training, yoga and boxing. Stockland Cloverton sales and information centre, corner Dwyer Street and Design Way. ■ livelifegetactive.com

Probus club

The Probus Club of Craigieburn meets on the second Monday of each month at Craigieburn Bowling Club, 233 Craigieburn Road. ■ 8339 7340

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Kyl Ewart took two wickets for Rivergum on Saturday. (Shawn Smits)

chances,� Perri said. “Kasey May is a top grade premiership player, he has been playing in the twos the last couple of years. He bowled really well [at the weekend]. “Daniel Young has been in the side more as a bowler, he will get more opportunity with the bat. “Jack Carlyon is a young player who has come into the side. “We’ve got a bit of depth to work with.� Pleasing for the Kookas, all but one player who was in Saturday’s round one team played juniors at the club. The Kookas two recruits are past players at the club – Sean Neary, who has won three premierships at the Kookas, returns, and Jarrod Leggett, who has played many years at Victorian Premier Cricket, including being captain-coach at Melbourne University and Greenvale Kangaroos, is expected to play. “I’m not sure how many he will play,� Perri said of Leggett. “He’s a junior at the club and we’re happy to get him out on the park for some games. “Sean won three flags with us. He’s had an ankle reco and we’re not going to rush him back.� Both were missing from Saturday’s loss, as was Corey Atlis, who is also recovering from surgery. Perri said he was expecting Atlis to return this week. After the run they’ve had in recent years, it’s no surprise the Kookas are looking to be among the contenders again. “We still want to be pushing for the premiership,� Perri said.

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SPORT New Law and order for Westmeadows Warriors Women’s cricket continues to grow at Westmeadows. Having started out with one side two years ago, the Warriors are on track to field three sides this season. New women’s coach Danny Law said it was an exciting time to get involved in women’s cricket. “We’ll be potentially hitting the mark for three sides,” he said. “We’ve still got some time to recruit a couple more players. It’s an attractive proposition coming down to play at Westmeadows, it’s a very family-oriented club.” For Law, this season marks a change from spectator to coach of the women’s side. “I’ve been watching the last two years, obviously my wife Emily plays and I’ve really enjoy the cricket on the Sundays and watching the girls improve over the journey. “There’s been a bit of disappointment the last two years getting into finals and not quite getting over the line.

“I thought I would put my hand up and contribute and help them get over the line this year. “It’s a new challenge and I’m fairly confident we can go one better.” Law, who plays for the Warriors first XI men’s side, is no stranger to coaching. He was captain-coach of the men’s team for three years. After having a break from coaching he’s ready to get back into it. “It’s really exciting, not just working with that group, but also working with some of the younger players that are coming through the club. “It’s going to be fun, it’s a different challenge. The one thing I’ve found so far, the women listen and take things on board more than the men.” Law said there had been a mixture of new players to the sport and people looking to change clubs who had come on board. The top side will play in the Victorian

Turf Cricket Association competition, while the second side will play in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association. Law said if they were to get up a third side, it would also likely play in the NWMCA. He said anyone interested in playing was welcome to come down and give it a try. “We’ve got some new players who have never played before, it’s exactly what it was two years ago and it didn’t stop us from playing finals. “It’s no barrier for someone who has never played before. We have a good mix of experienced players, and not so experienced and beginners.” The Warriors will be without captain of the past two years and former competition medal winner Danielle Linton for the start of the season as she recovers from a knee reconstruction. Law said they were hoping to have Linton on the park just before Christmas. The Warriors start their season this weekend. Tara Murray

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Plenty Valley’s start to the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association north-south competition has been delayed one week. While many games got under way, Plenty Valley’s match against Coburg was one of four in their division not to start because Coburg’s ground was not ready. The game will now be a one-dayer to be played on Saturday.

By Tara Murray Northern Knights’ Sarah Sansonetti is taking in the experience as she continues to take steps closer to achieving her AFLW dream. The defender has had a dream year, which has included a NAB League premiership, playing at a second national championships and making her VFLW debut. Last week, Sansonetti was among the best players in the country at the AFLW draft combine. She said it was crazy to think that she could soon be on an AFLW list. “It’s a crazy feeling from where I was three years ago to where it is now,” she said at the combine. “I dreamed about it but I never thought it was a possibility. “These days come along, they show you are better than you thought and that people want you.” Football has always been the dream for Sansonetti who started playing when she was eight. She played with the boys for a number of years, before stepping into girls football. Looking back, Sansonetti said playing with the boys was some of her best moments. When the Northern Knights established a girls team three years ago, Sansonetti knew she wanted to be a part of that. “From day dot, I wanted to get in there and play football at the highest level … and I got the chance. “I’ve been at the Knights all three years and it’s pretty crazy to be there from the first year, especially now, when you look back at it.” Sansonetti played a key role in the Knights’ premiership. She is one of four Knights girls who attended the combine. “We’ve all trained for this, and we’re all training for the same thing,” she said. “I’m just going to be so proud of the girls this week and when they test. “I just want to enjoy it all, this experience doesn’t come around often.” After finishing with the Knights, it was quickly into the Vic Metro set-up ahead of the national championships for Sansonetti. “I was in it [Vic Metro] last year, but I was a late call-up,” she said. “Last year I was really nervous … this year I was more comfortable having already done it.” Sansonetti said the experience had helped take her game to another level. Sansonetti then got the opportunity to make her VFLW debut with the Darebin Falcons. “They were so welcoming and so keen on

Pam Clendenning, Liana Keenan and Emily Law along with new Westmeadows women’s coach Danny Law. (Tara Murray)

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Plenty Valley split its T20 matches on the opening day of play in the Victorian Premier Cricket Women’s season. The Bats made 5-118 in the first match against Dandenong, with Rhiann O’Donnell top scoring with 45. They restricted Dandenong to 5-101. In the second game of the day between the two teams, Dandenong got the needed runs with five balls and five wickets in hand.

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Gladstone Park started the season on fire in the North Metropolitan Cricket Association Vic Kyte Shield. The Burras, who dropped down a grade during the off season, made a massive 456 against Haig Fawkner, who were 1-3 at stumps. Donnybrook made 201 against Oak Park. It’s game on, with Oak Park finishing day one at 5-70. Strathmore Heights made 7-363 against Hume.

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Bundoora RSL kicked off the Bowls Victorian pennant premier division season in fine form with a big first-up win. Facing Melbourne, Bundoora had big wins in three of the four rinks to come away with a 97 (16)-65 (2) win. Luke Aiello’s rink had the biggest win of the day, winning 32-13. In division 1, section 1, Whittlesea proved too strong for Bundoora RSL (2). Having come down from premier division, Whittlesea showed its experience, winning 93 (18)-67 (0). Lalor and Brunswick shared the points in their match, with no play getting under way.

Sarah Sansonetti has been one of the standout defenders in the NAB League this season. (Shawn Smits)

developing us young girls, it was so crazy. “It makes you feel pretty proud to play Darebin after all they’ve done for women’s football. “It’s just a club you want to be at, a club you want to train at, a club you want to play at and you want to be there all the time.”

Sansonetti said the experience gave her a better idea of what to expect, should she land at an AFLW club later this month. “I feel like I matched up well, sometimes it was tough with bigger bodies, but with a good pre-season under my belt, I think I will match up better.”

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Kangaroos show character but fall to a classy St Kilda Greenvale Kangaroos faced a red hot St Kilda in the opening round of Victorian Premier Cricket. With several debutantes among the side, the Kangaroos were given a first-hand look at the top level of cricket. While the Kangaroos showed plenty of fight and character, St Kilda came away with a nine wicket win with 17 overs in hand. New Kangaroos skipper Michael Stretton said it was a challenging start to the season. “We were up against a pretty good team, with a lot of good players,” he said. “We weren’t quite on that level and they played well.” The Kangaroos won the toss and elected to bat. They managed to make 9-172 from their 50 overs. Stretton top scored with 37, while Liam Fitzsimmons, in his first XI debut, contributed a handy 33.

Stretton said he never thought that total would be enough. “We lost too many early wickets and didn’t give ourselves a good chance to get a good score. “There were some positives with how we approached it. “We lost five wickets in the first 25 overs and to get through to bat the whole 50 overs, it showed fight and character.” While the bowlers did a solid job, St Kilda wasn’t troubled as it easily reached the needed runs. Stretton said in the end they were beaten by a better team. “We couldn’t control them on that ground,” he said. “We had a fair few debutantes and they will be better for versing these guys. “It’s not often you play the likes of Nic Maddison and Peter Handscomb, let alone

debut against them.” The line-up put out by the Kangaroos was a very different one to last season. Joining Stretton and Fitzsimmons in making their first XI debuts, was Kyle Newnham and Thomas Weston. Stretton said it was going to take time for the side to gel. “I’m new to the side and it’s going to take some time,” he said. “It’s a bit of a new experience with the comparison of Victoria and New South Wales cricket, with the standard and approach. “It’s one of those things. We’re definitely coming together and getting to know each other. “I think we can keep improving.” The likes of Weston, Newnham, Fitzsimmons and Sean McNicholl are four players that he thinks can step up this season. All four showed some good signs in round

one. While it was a tough first-up result for the Kangaroos, it wasn’t all disappointment for the club. The third and fourth XIs both got wins, while their second XI just fell short, also against St Kilda, which is a traditionally strong side. Stretton said they were hoping those results would flow through to the first XI. “We’ve got a really young group,” he said. “There were positives across the whole club. Two wins and to get really close in the seconds with a couple of bowlers getting injured, there’s some really good signs. “Hopefully it progresses into the senior side.” The Kangaroos this week face Essendon at Windy Hill. Tara Murray

Medal winner eyes AFL By Tara Murray Sam Philp hopes claiming the Northern Knights’ Brent Harvey Medal for best and fairest is a sign of things to come over the next few months. After a slow start to the season, Philp stepped up big time for the Knights in the middle part of the year to show his talent. The upturn in form put AFL recruiters on notice and impressed the Knights’ coaches. Philp said while he had a good season, he didn’t think he had done enough to get the medal. “That was a pretty cool feeling,” he said. “It’s pretty nice to get recognition for the season you’ve had. “I didn’t think I would win it, I thought I might be up there. I had a few good games throughout the year and had been pretty consistent. I thought maybe Josh D’Intinosante or Jackson Davies would be the favourites … Jackson gave me a scare towards the end of it. “It’s not what you play footy for, to win those type of medals, but it’s quite nice recognition to get.” The medal win caps off three years at the Knights, with Philp hoping a spot on an AFL list is on the cards later this year. Having missed selection in the Vic Metro squad for the national championships, Philp has been seen as draft bolter in many eyes. While the man himself isn’t sure whether he likes that term, he’s happy to hear his name is in the thoughts of AFL clubs. He said the disappointment of missing Vic Metro had quickly turned to motivation. “For the first couple of days it hurt a bit,” he said. “I was a bit disappointed hearing that. I got reassured pretty quickly from the Knights that it’s not the end of the world and there’s lots of chances at the Knights. “With the metro boys out there was more responsibility on myself, Josh and Jackson and a few other senior guys who were unlucky to miss metro. “Justin McInerney from last year didn’t go through metro and got drafted and it’s a really good story.” Philp’s efforts and hard work paid off, with selection for the AFL draft combine. He said his confidence had grown this year and felt that he was stronger around the packs with his body growing. Speaking from day two of the combine, the St Marys junior was taking in the whole experience. He said like many of the other players, he was dreading the endurance testing. “Missing metro I thought it was a little bit out of reach at the time,” he said of the combine. “It was a big boost to my confidence that I could prove people wrong and it was nice for me.

Sam Crea top scored in his first game for Bundoora. (Shawn Smits)

Bundoora in trouble

Sam Philp won the Brent Harvey Medal. (Damjan Janevski)

“The testing is always exciting and I enjoy the interviews and getting to know the clubs, also the media stuff, I don’t mind as well.” As well as preparing for the draft, Philp is juggling year 12 studies. For him, the two have complimented each other well. “It has balanced really well and worked well for me, I never think I was too consumed with either.”

As a Richmond fan, Philp has seen first-hand a number of former Knights players make it at the next level. He’s hoping he will join them on an AFL list next year. “Footy has always been the dream, I’ve always dreamt of playing at the MCG and having that as a career would be just awesome.”

Bundoora has conceded first innings points after a tough start to the season in the Diamond Valley Cricket Association Barclay Shield. Having won the toss the Bulls were hoping to start well against Diamond Creek, but they lost both openers for ducks and were quickly in trouble at 4-7. It was tough going throughout, with the Bulls bowled out for just 76. Recruit Sam Crea and Jacob Moller top-scored with 17, as only four players reached double figures. Diamond Creek had no issues with the bat and claimed first innings points late on day one. They will resume at 0-81 with one eye on an outright result. All Bulls bowlers bowled tight, but didn’t have any luck. In other matches, Epping made 9-222 against Plenty. The opening partnership of Anthony Licovski [51] and skipper Andrew Bennett [44] set up the innings. Kenroy Peters took four wickets for Plenty. In the Money Shield, Bundoora United will resume at 0-8 in reply to Banyule’s 172. Ricky Lee took four wickets for Bundoora United. Mill Park is 0-2 in reply to Montmorency’s 234, with Rayan Williams taking 5-60 off his 21.2 overs Mernda made 9-192 from its overs against Lalor Stars. Stuart Wright, coming in at number seven, top-scored with 59. Karl Heckmann took three wickets and was the pick of the bowlers for the Stars. Old Paradians made 177 against Eltham, with Jason Berthet starring with 74. Eltham will resume at 1-25. Tara Murray 15 NORTHERN STAR WEEKLY \ OCTOBER 8, 2019

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