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Fair deal for garden types Green thumbs are being invited to cultivate their gardens – and their knowledge – at the Garden Lovers’ Fair.

Mount Macedon and District Horticultural Society’s annual festival will take place at Bolobek in Mount Macedon on the weekend of October 7 and 8.

Society president Stephen Ryan said informative presentations would be a major part of this year’s fair.

Gardening celebrities – such as succulent expert Attila Kapitany and edible plant specialist Karen Sutherland and Mr Ryan – will share their horticultural knowledge.

Claire Young, from Encouraging Women in Horticulture, will speak about furthering female involvement in horticulture on the Saturday.

An array of plants, gardening books, specialist and artisan gardening tools, outdoor furniture and power equipment will be on sale.

The fair, at Bolobek, 370 Mt Macedon Road, Mount Macedon, will run from 10am-4pm. Tickets cost $10 for an adult; and under-16s are admitted free.

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$4.2m for new centre A new community centre is on the way for Sunbury and its growing population.

The state government last week announced it would fund a $4.2 million community hub in the township. The cash will come from the $50 million Shared Facilities Fund.

The centre will be built between Sunbury Heights Primary School and Sunbury Downs Secondary College. It will be available for use by

both the schools and the Sunbury community and will include meeting and interview rooms, a commercial kitchen for training, events and activities, and health services for Hume council.

Sunbury MP Josh Bull said the hub would better connect the schools and the community.

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the schools and making local services more accessible,” Mr Bull said.

Hume mayor Drew Jessop said the hub

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would provide “an opportunity for the schools to host a variety of important services such as playgroups, preschool activity programs and learning programs and training”.

Hume council will work with the schools to design the new hub.

Hume council community services acting director Hector Gaston said the design process would begin in the coming months.

He said the hub was expected to be up and running within two years.

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Cycling push goes up a gear

By Serena Seyfort Macedon Ranges residents want the council to take the lead and develop a more cycle-friendly culture.

The residents, in a submission to the council’s draft leisure strategy, have called for more bike paths and areas to park and secure bikes.

They have also highlighted the need for safe bike routes, particularly for children riding to school.

Wilkinson’s Wheels founder Phil Wilkinson has submitted a strategy to the council, based on consultation with the community and cycling groups.

The submission focused on engaging all age groups in cycling more regularly, and proposed a “strong focus on behaviour change at a local level, improved assets and an integrated leisure and cycling plan”.

Mr Wilkinson said the council’s current draft leisure strategy was “really weak on cycling”.

The founder of local female cycling group Femmes and Velos, Tiffany Winchester, said residents wanted to combat bike riding being considered as simply sport.

“We want it to not be seen as a big deal to get on your bike, but rather something that is normal behaviour,” she said.

Dr Winchester said her children being able to ride to school on a bike path was “the exception rather than the norm”, as most children did not have a safe route to ride on.

Bike Safe Macedon Ranges member Jem Richards’ contribution to the submission agreed schoolchildren should have a safe route to ride to school.

“We believe that everyone within three kilometres of the station and school should be able to walk or ride to school safely,” Mr Richards said on behalf of the group.

The need to improve and establish more bike paths and facilities to park and secure bikes has been emphasised in Mr Wilkinson’s strategy.

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“Our cycling paths need to go somewhere and be connected for people to use them,” the submission stated. “It’s difficult to get around unless you are OK to go on/off the road.”

The groups also want a change in the mindset towards cycling culture.

“There also has to be drivers that look for kids on bikes,” Dr Winchester said. “Cyclists are still seen as always being in the way.”

The submission also claimed a co-ordinated cycling strategy would help increase tourism to the area.

“The community’s delivered a big picture strategic plan, now it can partner with council to move it forward,” Mr Wilkinson said.

Winter recedes and snakes slither forth

It has taken Brandon Richards five years to grow and maintain his dreadlocks but he’s about to lose them all at the hands of a Melton dog groomer.

The 22-year-old Gisborne plumber is shedding his mane in a bid to raise at least $5000 for Muscular Dystrophy Australia – with more than $4000 already raised last week.

Hair of the Dog groomers in Melton pledged to donate a dollar from each appointment to the charity and the business offered to groom Brandon as well, rounding out their fundraising effort to $400.

Brandon will go under the shears at the Dreadlocks for Dystrophy event he is hosting at a camp in Rowsley on September 24 for youth living with the illness. He hopes the funds he raises will help those affected to buy equipment and help with other needs.

Brandon lost his cousin Andrew to the disease in 2002.

“Andrew was in a wheelchair from the age of 14 and while there are lots of different forms of the disease, Andrew had Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which moved very fast,” he said.

“Everyone in our family remembers Andrew and I still remember how terrible it was.”

Brandon said he has some reservations about shaving his locks but is looking forward to the change. “[When] Cutting concrete or doing other jobs bent over in confined places, having dreadlocks has been pretty frustrating at times,” he said.

“They also seem to weigh 20 kilograms after I get out of the shower.”

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With temperatures on the rise, snakes are out and about in Sunbury and Macedon Ranges.

Snake season typically kicks off in September and many sightings have already been reported in the Macedon Ranges.

Local snake catcher Ross said his colleagues had already been receiving “many, many calls” to remove snakes from properties.

Ross has been retrieving snakes across the Macedon Ranges for 15 years.

His advice for anyone who encounters a snake is to “stay at a safe distance, keep an eye on it if possible, keep children and pets away from the snake, and call a local snake catcher”.

Ross said residents should not try to interact with a snake in any way.

“It’s actually illegal to kill a snake,” he said. The snake catcher said that while snakes might be scary, they were still wildlife.

Fines from the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) can be issued to anyone killing the animals.

To have a snake removed from private property, contact the DEPI on 136 186, who will refer a licensed snake catcher.

To keep pets as safe as possible from snakes, the RSPCA advises pet owners to keep grass at a low height and to avoid having piles of rubbish or wood that can become snake hiding places.

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Call for Rock plan to be dumped

By Serena Seyfort Community groups have criticised the latest proposed master plan for Hanging Rock, claiming it should be dumped in favour of a more environment-friendly strategy.

The draft Hanging Rock Master Plan Options Paper was drawn up by the Victorian government and Macedon Ranges council after community consultation, but has been met with a range of complaints.

Macedon Ranges Residents’ Association (MRRA) condemned the plan in a submission

to the council, labelling it “another attempt to impose economic development priorities” on Hanging Rock.

The association has rejected the proposed master plan’s intention to “re-brand” Hanging Rock, and called for “the current master plan be set aside” and a new master plan “that has the conservation and protection of natural values as its core objective” be prepared.

Friends of Hanging Rock (FoHR) president Luke Spielvogel said the group had chosen to approach the draft options paper “with a glass half full” attitude, but was still concerned by a

number of issues. “Strategic work that would typically precede a master plan has not been completed,” he said.

Mr Spielvogel said he feared the plan would result in “a roadmap to mediocrity” because the process sought to find a compromise between stakeholders, rather than “an overarching view of what’s best for Hanging Rock”.

The group has called for transparency of finances and a strategy to ensure environmental values are protected. Both FoHR and MRRA continue to call for the East Paddock to be incorporated into the Crown Reserve.

Mr Spielvogel said amalgamation had always been intended and remained FoHR’s priority.

“It was first discussed 40 years ago, promised 20 years ago, so the time has come for the council to make good,” he said.

“And the steps to do so should form part of any master plan.”

The draft Hanging Rock Master Plan Options Paper was available for comment from August 14 to September 15.

According to the council, a master plan is expected to be considered for adoption by the council in December.

Sweet taste of success A Macedon Ranges bakery has had more than a taste of national success for its baked treats.

Kyneton’s Country Cob Bakery has this year earned four national baking titles and two Victorian titles for its produce.

The bakery took out the title of Australia’s 2017 Greatest Pepper Steak Pie at the 28th Official Great Aussie Meat Pie and Sausage Roll Competition in Sydney this month.

Country Cob Bakery’s vanilla slice was also named Australia’s Best Apprentice Vanilla Slice at the Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph 2017 in August, with the bakery’s chefs taking out first and second place.

In June, the business claimed Australia’s Best Mince Pie and Australia’s Best Gourmet Pie (Chilli Con Carne beef pie) at Australia’s Best Pie Competition.

Baker’s assistant and pastry cook Ryan Khun said working with a great team in a good environment was crucial for the bakery’s

success, as well as using the best quality ingredients.

Mr Khun said the current team only took over the business in May last year, and has worked to make sure all their food is perfect.

He said the staff at Country Cob Bakery were rapt their hard work had paid off.

“The team is so excited and thrilled to be the winners,” Mr Khun said. “The best feeling ever is having good comments about the food we bake and the service we provide.”

He said the business was thinking of expanding.

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Ryan Khun with the winning pies and vanilla slice. (Shawn Smits)

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News Spring into school holiday fun Council has a range of activities to keep the kids busy during the spring break.

From swimming programs and inflatable pool fun, to comedy shows and activities at your local library–book your child into one of our programs and give your little ones a holiday to remember.

For more information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/school-holidays

Get your body moving in Term 4 Enrol now for a variety of new sports programs kicking off at Council’s sports stadiums in Term 4.

From gentle exercise classes for mature adults to basketball and netball programs — there’s plenty to inspire you to get active.

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Hands up for a party!

To find out more, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/leisure or drop in to your local centre today.

Your Say Share your feedback on our Draft Leasing and Licensing Policy, which outlines the roles and responsibilities for tenants using Council owned or managed premises.

For more information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay or call 5422 0333.

Events Catch a comedy just for kids Mr Snot Bottom’s Stinky Silly Show is a funny children’s show, brimming with all the gooey, smelly and yucky topics kids love.

When: 3, 4 and 5 October, 11am Where: Kyneton Town Hall Book: mrsc.vic.gov.au/buytickets or call 1300 888 802.

The Goonawarra Primary School community will next month celebrate the school’s 30th birthday.

The school’s parents and friends group will host a fete on Friday, October 20, to mark the milestone.

The fete will cater for all and will include live music, a silent auction, pony rides, a jumping castle, an animal farm, a pupil art exhibition, food vans and stalls for over-40s.

Parents and friends group committee member Meaghan Hindmarsh said she hoped people from right across Sunbury would enjoy the birthday event.

“It’s a community event – we want people from all over the community to come,” she said.

Ms Hindmarsh said the school was particularly hoping to see past students and staff at the event.

The primary school, on the outskirts of Sunbury, has almost 400 pupils – nearly double the number of students at the school 15 years ago.

The fete will take place at Goonawarra Primary School, on Gullane Drive, Sunbury, on Friday, October 20, from 3.30-8.30pm.

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Don’t miss comedian Arj Barker in Organic Australia’s favourite American funnyman Arj Barker brings his hilarious new show, full of free-range fun to Kyneton.

When: Friday 6 October, 8pm Where: Kyneton Town Hall Book: mrsc.vic.gov.au/buytickets or call 1300 888 802.

Come and have breakfast with the birds Pick up expert tips on how to identify local birds and enjoy a hot breakfast at this special bird watching event.

When: Saturday 14 October, 7.30am–9am Where: Barringo Wildlife Reserve, 18 Shannons Road, New Gisborne Book: mrsc.vic.gov.au/environment-events or 95421 9660.

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By Serena Seyfort Sunbury Neighbourhood Kitchen is inviting everyone to enjoy its cooking to celebrate its fourth birthday.

At the charity’s annual fundraiser, Pay It 4ward, volunteers will provide a three-course buffet meal in return for a minimum donation of $40 a head.

Co-founder Marianne Williams said a $40 contribution would “pay forward” about 10 meals for those who reach out to the charity.

Mrs Williams said she hoped the community would rally around the event to support the group’s work.

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“This is what helps us keep going for the year,” she said. “Every cent goes back into the Sunbury community. We don’t have any administration costs. Not one person gets paid.”

Sunbury Neighbourhood Kitchen was started four years ago when Mrs Williams and her husband, Neil, wanted to make use of leftovers from their catering and party hire company. The group started as a Rotary Club of Sunbury project.

But Mrs Williams said the organisation had come a long way since then.

“We grew from four or five volunteers and a handful of guests,” she said. “Now 60 volunteers serve meals to 175 people every Monday night.”

Last year, Sunbury Neighbourhood Kitchen became a stand-alone charity, with Mrs Williams saying the organisation had grown to feed more than just the homeless.

Lea de Vries, Jack Carabott, Neil Williams, Marianne Williams and Linda Williams are ready to cook up a storm. (Dennis Manktelow)

“When we started, we thought hunger was all we were going to be dealing with, but there’s more to it,” she said.

“Isolation is a huge factor … connection is really important for an individual in Sunbury.”

Mrs Williams said both guests and volunteers came to the kitchen seeking companionship.

“That’s what is mainly needed in our town,” she said. “Some people come in to mentor others and sit there just to have a chat.”

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Hume pokies limit spreads Sunbury will be subject to a cap on gaming machines after the state government moved to extend the current Hume limit across the rest of the municipality.

The changes to the Gaming Machine Arrangements Bill were announced by Gaming and Liquor Regulation Minister Marlene Kairouz last week in a bid to reduce gambling-related harm.

The Hume-wide restrictions come after the municipality had the state’s sixth highest level of gaming expenditure last year at $105.7 million.

Up until now, Tullamarine, Broadmeadows, Coolaroo, Fawkner and Campbellfield were the only suburbs in Hume to have limits on the number of machines.

The caps, applied in October, 2006, meant a ratio of no more than 10 gaming machines to 1000 adults in the area was permitted.

It is not yet known how many gaming machines will be allowed in Sunbury under the new cap.

There are currently 230 gaming machines in Sunbury across five different venues.

In the year to June 30, these machines collected $18.5 million.

Earlier this month the Hume council moved to push for state gambling reforms.

The reforms Hume was seeking, such as poker machine redesign, were not addressed in last week’s bill.

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B&B gong a nice shock Braeside Mt Macedon Country Retreat has triumphed above 235 other local businesses to be named Macedon Ranges’ Business of the Year.

The bed and breakfast also won the Excellence in Tourism category at the 2017 Bendigo Bank Macedon Ranges Business Excellence Awards ceremony last week.

Owner Andrew Towner said he was shocked and excited about winning the titles.

“We were in very good company with the other businesses there,” Mr Towner said.

Set on the hillside of Mount Macedon, the B&B hosts guests year-round in its three cottages.

Mr Towner said the cottages were fully booked on weekends, catering to both

interstate and international visitors. Functions and additional accommodation are hosted in Braeside House, a 100-year-old restored farmhouse.

The business sources local produce for its catering, as well as harvesting its own fruit, vegetables and herbs to provide homemade bread, granola and jam for its guests.

Gisborne retailer Cool Clutch was runner-up in this year’s awards, also winning the Excellence in Customer Service and Retail category.

This year 600 nominations led to 236 businesses being contenders for the awards.

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Second-hand book sales

Drop in for a cuppa, homemade cakes (no charge) and chat in a friendly atmosphere at St Andrew’s Uniting Church. Secondhand books are also for sale at cheap prices.

Located on the corner of Brook and Barkly Streets, Sunbury, the church is open on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9am-2.30pm.

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Pool party

The pool inflatable will return to Gisborne and Kyneton’s aquatic centres for the spring school holidays. Until Friday, October 6, the inflatable is in the pool at Gisborne Aquatic Centre from 1-3pm.

Kyneton Toyota Sports and Aquatic Centre will have the inflatable available on Wednesday, September 27, Monday, October 2, Wednesday, October 4, and Friday, October 6, from 12.30-2.30pm. Pool entry cost $5 a child.

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Elvis is back in the building

Sunbury Historical & Heritage Society Inc is presenting an Elvis Tribute Show (Andrew Portelli and his Showgirls) on Saturday, October 21, at Sunbury Bowling Club, Riddell Road, Sunbury from 7.30pm (8pm start). A light supper will be provided.

Tickets $40 per person and must be prepaid.

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Cultural celebration

Sunbury Aboriginal Incorporation and Sunbury Community Health are hosting a free community event. Monday, October 2, from 11am-3pm at Sunbury Neighbourhood House.

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Storybook exhibition

A collection of original Australian children’s picture book illustrations is on display at Kyneton Museum. The works of artists such as Freya Blackwood, Terry Denton, Leigh Hobbs and Anna Walker are available for viewing. The museum is open Friday to

Sunday from 11am-4pm.

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Psychic and natural therapy

Woodend Psychic and Natural Therapy Wellbeing Expo will celebrate Halloween on Sunday, October 8, from 10am-4pm.

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ROMSEY 136 Main Street, 3434 Chess Property Consultants: 5429 5544

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RIDDELLS CREEK 8 Egan Court, 3431 Private sale

LJ Whorlow: 9740 9000 Price: $615,000 – $645,000

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This lovely old dame, c1869, once held children learning lessons from the school mistress, who remained as owner once the primary school was built. Her son is known to have composed poetry in tribute to a majestic oak on the block of about 1620 square metres.

Original features include pressed metal, rosettes and ornate cornices on high ceilings, as well as a cast-iron fireplace with ornate mantel. The house has two large bedrooms – three if a sitting room (with dressing or storage room) is counted. A rear extension, laid with terracotta-toned tiles, includes a modern kitchen with dishwasher, underbench oven and gas cooktop, a bathroom, two powder rooms and European laundry. Deep, lace-trimmed verandahs, mature gardens and a large shed are other features.

Backing on to Riddells Creek Recreation Reserve and within a leisurely stroll of train station, primary school and eateries, this modern abode on 1000 square metres will have families spoilt for choice when it comes to space to spread out. Four living zones include an open library inside the front door; a lounge room farther on; the family-meals area; and a carpeted, separate rumpus room right at the back. The kitchen has an extra-long island servery/breakfast bench, two french-door pantries, two-tone cabinetry and all the shiny mod-cons. Four large fitted bedrooms include the main with walk-in wardrobe and dual-basin en suite. The toilet and bathroom are separate. A covered pergola (with vine) at the side looks out to landscaped gardens, while the big backyard has vegie boxes and a spot to park a boat. A double garage with entry to the study is another feature.

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Red Creek Real Estate: 9744 7967

Price: $710,000 – $760,000

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One of only two on the block, this is a cracker of a unit for downsizers, retirees, city-commuting couples and investors. It’s at the back of the block and has appealing outdoor areas. The two good-sized bedrooms share a subway-tiled bathroom and separate toilet. The lounge area is carpeted, the meals zone and kitchen tiled. The latter has really good storage including corner pantry; subway tiling; an electric cooktop; and a stainless-steel underbench oven. The separate laundry is spacious. Out back, there’s a gabled pergola above concrete that extends to pathways past pretty garden beds. Other features include a split-system, wall gas heater and a remote-controlled garage. The town centre is within a 10-minute walk and current rental is $1390 a calendar month.

Packed with features and within an amble of schools, station, shops and the local pub, this lifestyle property on about 2697 square metres has subdivision potential, STCA, and much appeal for investors and space-loving families. The house has three large bedrooms, including the main with three built-in robes and an en suite. Living areas include a lounge-dining room off the generous foyer, plus a living hub with a gas log fire and awesome garden views. The modern kitchen has oodles of white cabinetry, including many drawers, as well as an island bench, glass splashback and 900mm cooker. A sealed aggregate patio provides entertainment space. The large landscaped backyard has a garden shed, dog run, water tank and vegie patch. Kookaburra visitations are a regular occurrence and there’s a large double garage.

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ROMSEY 10 Sullivan Court, 3434 Chess Property Consultants: 5429 5544 On a sloping block of about 1500 square metres, with gardens professionally designed to follow the lay of the land, this flawlessly presented house will have no problems attracting quality-seeking families.

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Market Advice: The Sunbury market is currently booming, with seemingly every sale creating a new benchmark for the area. It has heavily benefited from the metro train line and upgraded O’shanassy Street which has created appeal for people making the move out from inner Melbourne to seek a more relaxed and spacious lifestyle. Sunbury offers enormous variety in the type of property our clients are out in search of, whether that be low-maintenance living or prestigious properties with the space for a family to enjoy the country feel the area offers. Whether you’re selling or buying, you’re in the perfect position to jump in as spring will create plenty of opportunities to take the next step in property.

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3 2 2 Hidden Gem on 1/4 Acre Occupying a pristine 1017m2 allotment, (approx.), this architecturally designed, Warburton built, three bedroom, two bathroom home flaunts immaculate surrounds and private access of Jacksons Creek. Vast, angular glass aspects capture expansive garden views. The home comprising an open plan living, contemporary stone kitchen with Bosch appliances, dining space, formal lounge and gazebo plus double garage, underfloor heating and solid fuel heater. Minutes to township, freeway, train station and schools.

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Gisborne South 15 Blackhill Road

Sunbury 3/40-42 Harker Street

4 2 6 Splendid Rural Lifestyle On Approximately 15 Acres

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Four bedroom, two bathroom home on 15 acres (approx.) close to freeway, Gisborne township and schools. Comprising kitchen/dining/family, rumpus, alfresco, two verandas, eight paddocks, two dams, orchard, powered shed and two stables. With carport, alarm, double glazing, heating, dishwasher, chicken coop, solar panels, H2O tanks, vegie patch, portable electric fencing, ride-on mower.

Walk to town from this two bedroom villa unit offering privacy and convenience. Lovely kitchen/meals/lounge opens to gardens that gently envelope the house. Bedrooms (BIR's) include main with delightful bay window. With garage and heating/cooling. Connect with Sunbury's community vibe - with cafes, restaurants, trains, shops, 'the nook' parklands, schools and easy freeway access nearby.

Private Sale Open Thu 5.45-6.15pm Contact Julie Gloster 0408 323 056 Craig Teal 0418 144 796 Office Gisborne 5428 2800

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Saturday 7th October at 12.30pm Thu 2.00-2.30pm $280,000-$305,000 Stacey Weston 0401 451 335 Craig Teal 0418 144 796 Sunbury 9744 2555 15 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

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Sunbury, 75 Pasley Street

AUCTION 21ST OCT AT 11AM.

3 BED | 1 BATH | 2 CAR | 1 STUDY So close to the inner To T wnship and facing out to parkland, you’ll find the location is hard to beat. On approximately 1/4 of an acre with potential for development, dual occupancy, y or,r,r with bungalow out the back, run a home business or accommodate extended family (all STCA), there is no limit to the scope this fantastic y, property has to offfffer. The art deco home is full of character and charm; Comprising 3 bedrooms plus study, y lounge, kitchen/meals/living, bathroom, Sep. WC y, and laundry. Externally, y the generous allotment allows side access to double garage and workshop. Also with a terrific 2 bedroom bungalow with bathroom, y, front veranda and lounge. Unique and individual, this property certainly stands out from the crowd. A blue chip location and property full of options, scope and possibilities. An inspection comes highly recommended. ESR $590,000 - $630,000

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Sunbury, 127 Charter Road West

FOR SALE $375,000 - $405,000

3 BED | 1 BATH Situated on a great sized block of approx. 592m2, this is the perfect opportunity for all first home buyers and investors looking to get into the property market. Local amenities including primary and secondary schools, sporting venues, easy access to the Calder Freeway and public transport at your doorstep.

The property comprises of three bedrooms, each with built in robes, family bathroom, laundry, y lounge and kitchen/meals area with new upright gas stove and y, cooker. Featuring both gas wall heating and evaporative cooling, entertaining area and a shed out the back. With a little TLC and renovating this family home will sparkle.

If you’re looking for a first home or to invest, this is the property for you! Hope to see you at the first open for inspection!

Manager/Licensed Estate Agent 0407 534 757 Sales Consultant / Licensed Estate Agent 0421 217 582 Sales Consultant 0431 204 265 16 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

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Riddells Creek, 8 Egan Court

FOR SALE $615,000 - $645,000

4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR | 1 STUDY In an idyllic location backing on to the recreation reserve and within an easy stroll to the train station, primary school, cafes and restaurants this beautiful family home awaits. The spacious floor plan offfffers multiple living spaces in the way of a formal lounge, family room, Rumpus and library. The galley style kitchen overlooks a sunny meals area with access to the undercover pergola outdoors. There are four generous bedrooms with built in robes, master with walk in robe and ensuite.

The study has access to the double garage, great for rainy days etc. Outdoors the property comes to life with a burst of spring colour,r,r established Manchurian pears, bulbs and a large veggie patch. Side access is a huge advantage for those looking to accommodate a boat, caravan or build a shed/workshop. All in all a wonderful property, y in a convenient location and a property that is sure to sell very quickly. y,

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Committed Agent! - 18 Sep 2017 5/3 Stephen St, Riddells Creek

Patrick’s skills & knowledge of the real estate market are second to none! If I were ever in need of a Real Estate Agent, I would definitely turn to him first!

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Friendliness & Service - 05 Sep 2017 30 Shaw Drive, Romsey

RIDDELLS CREEK 16-18 Bolithos Road

SUNBURY 51 Dunrossil Drive

FOR SALE $400,000 - $435,000

SOLD AT AUCTION - $545,000

VACANT LAND 3034M2

3 BED | 1 BATH | 2 CAR

Patrick has been very friendly and helpful in our negotiations to this point of time. He has assisted us well with any questions we have had, and his knowledge of all aspects of our house purchase is very impressive. We would choose Patrick for any future dealings we might have in the property market.

SUNBURY OFFICE – 9740 9000 RIDDELLS CREEK OFFICE – 5428 7444 www.sunburyrealestate.com.au 17 SUNBURY & MACEDON RANGES STAR WEEKLY \ SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Mount Macedon 23 Green Avenue (off Alton Road)

Price $1,100,000

Lyngala - Iconic Fasham Johnson Build with Stunning City Views

View by appointment Sandi Barry Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774 John Keating 0419 880 444

Set amidst a terraced landscaped garden, raised veggie gardens and meandering pathways, this sensational two storey residence features two/ three bedrooms and two bathrooms and is of the highest quality. With a magnificent view to Melbourne (a magical sparkle of fairy lights by night).

Timeless quality and design only minutes to the Mount Macedon Village.

Cherokee/Kerrie

147 Tunnel Creek Road Wintermist - on 13 Ha (32 Acres)

Price $1,150,000

Impressive 4 bedroom/2 bathroom open plan residence with sandstone slate floors,cosy solid fuel heating and laundry. Quality bore, large water storage tanks, terrific shed with 2 open bays and lockable garage/workshop, concrete floor & power, dog run, electric fencing, raised vegetable gardens.

Excellent fire protection sprinkler system and hoses.

View Sat 6 Oct 1-1.30pm Sandi Barry Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774 John Keating 0419 880 444

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John Keating 0419 880 444 Peter Wood 0408 866 774

Very prominent corner location with high visibility in the heart of the Macedon Village shopping centre.

Situated opposite the Macedon Railway Hotel and V-Line station in a popular café and commercial precinct, two street frontages, all services available including power, town water, natural gas and sewerage.

A great opportunity for a commercial developer or professional owner/occupier.

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Auction Saturday 7 October at 11am

Woodend - Tylden Falloons Road (off Tylden Road)

“Tillytoo” - 43Ha (106 Acres)

Reserve Price $675,000

John Keating 0419 880 444 Peter Wood 0408 866 774 Very picturesque greenfields site with current Planning Permit No PLN/2016/326 to allow you to build your dream home. Only 10kms from Woodend township, beautiful views to Mount Macedon, gentle undulation, small dam, approx, half cleared and balance native bush and wattle regrowth, lovely stands of attractive scattered trees and abundant wildlife.

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R U OK is a wonderful and inspiring idea and has helped to open the conversation, but we need to talk even more about suicide. It is tough isn’t it? We W don’t want to think about suicide let alone talk about it, but we need to! One sad reality of suicide is that we can, seemingly ask all the right questions “Are you OK?”, “Is everything alright?”, “Can I do anything?” Do we really listen to the answer and do we take the time to watch for subtle changes in behaviour. r r.

Suicide has impacted on my family twice. Tw T o nephews, brothers, one in his early fifties, one in his early forties who took their own lives just twelve months apart. It is impossible to comprehend the “why”. I do know that we need to take more time for those that we care about. We W need to watch for changes in behaviour but more importantly, we must never play the “blame game”. it is so easy to blame ourselves, family, the victim. Suicide is a choice, a sad, tragic choice. Help lift the taboo and continue the conversation and maybe we can help slow the tide.

• Column supplied by Liz Dormontt. Liz is a director of Chess Property Consultants, based in Romsey.

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SPORT Coach flags new era for Woodend-Hesket New Woodend-Hesket coach Tom Carland says it’s the club’s talented young list which attracted him to the Riddell District Football League club.

Carland comes to the Hawks after four years as playing-coach at Birchip-Watchem. He played his junior and early senior football with Aberfeldie.

He said the challenge of bringing the club’s junior results through to the senior ranks was what excited him about the role.

“It’s a new challenge and a new chapter,” he said.

“There’s been success through the junior program and we want to bring that success through to the senior program.

“We’ll tinker a few things and try and lift the professionalism to another level.

“We want to get them motivated and

enjoying training and give the side a shot at playing finals.”

At just 27, Carland will be a player-coach and will add to the Hawks’ midfield stocks.

In his four years at Birchip-Watchem, he took the side that won the wooden spoon the season before he got there to a grand final last month. They played finals every year Carland was in charge.

He said he wants to bring what he learnt in those four years to the Hawks.

“Birchip is a small country town of 600 people and quite unique,” he said.

“The footy club is at the forefront of everything in the town and I want to bring some of that to Woodend.

“Birchip relies on recruiting players to keep building.”

Carland said that looking at the list they had

a good group of local talent and they would recruit a few more players to strengthen the side. The Hawks finished ninth with four wins this year.

“We’ve got some recruiting ideas and strategies,” he said. If people say no, then it’s on to plan B, C, and D. “The spine looks good on paper. We need a couple of outside mids and a back-up ruckman.”

As well as adding more depth, something the Hawks have been missing recently, Carland also wants to reduce the amount of injuries.

“If you set up a training model to get away from soft tissue injuries, you can improve the fitness of the players and reduce the amount of injuries,” he said.

Tara Murray

Knights classic a winner

By Tara Murray The diamonds were full to the brim on Saturday, as the Sherwood Knights hosted the Makayla Classic softball tournament.

The tournament, which raises funds to help fight and raise awareness of cystic fibrosis, has been run by the Sunbury-based club since 2011.

Knights president John Kenny is the brains behind the event, which is named after his god-daughter Makayla, who has the disease.

“We didn’t know much about CF until she was diagnosed,” he said.

“We decided we wanted to hold a tournament and raise funds and awareness.

“We get the younger kids involved and get Sunbury kids to umpire some really good players without the pressure.”

Five teams participated this year – a Sherwood Knights side, the Victorian under-19 and under-17 teams, Springvale Whitesox and Laverton.

Makayla was in attendance and presented the trophy to the winning team.

Kenny said that every year teams wanted to be involved in the day.

“With the Victorian teams, they like to give the players some experience of live play,” he said.

“We have a close relationship with Laverton and they always want to be involved.

“Springvale does a lot of development with their kids, so it’s good to have them involved.”

Several Victorian players and top-level umpires were in attendance on Saturday to give some advice and support.

The event also acted as a season starter for the Knights, who will again play in the Sunbury Softball Association, with the season beginning on October 14.

The Knights are looking to continue the success from last season, when they won the mixed under-13 and under-17 competitions, as well as those for men and women.

They’re looking to field teams in all those age groups again, as well as under-15 teams.

Russell Coleman said the Knights wanted to add the extra age group so there wasn’t such a big jump going from under-13s to under-17s.

He said they were still looking for players from all age groups. The club caters for all standards and has several players in state teams.

“We’re always wanting to get people involved, whether they’ve played or never played before,” he said.

“All the games are played on Saturdays in Sunbury and it can help people keep fit.”

To donate, go to www.cysticfibrosis.org.au/ all/donations/ Sherwood Knights’ Jason Wight. (Damian Visentini)

A-grade player Mel in action during the tournament. (Joe Mastroianni)

Big field at badminton The Sunbury Ladies Badminton Club’s annual tournament attracted a strong turn-out.

More than 50 players from Sunbury, Werribee, Geelong, Macedon Ranges and surrounding areas participated in last month’s event.

Competition was held across seven courts, with winners awarded for each court.

Five of the seven winners came from the home club.

Bronwyn Pokorzynski was the winner on court one, Marissa Goudie on court three, Vicky Franks won on court four, Siobhan McGrory on court five and Norma Scoble was the winner on court six.

Geelong Badminton Club’s Donne Nowlan was the winner on court two, while Macedon Badminton Club’s Wendy Hallinan claimed victory on court seven.

Following the competition, all players enjoyed lunch and conversation.

Local businesses got behind the event, donating goods for raffles.

Sunbury Ladies Badminton Club is looking for new players for social and competition badminton on Monday and Thursday mornings from 9.45am, with the first session free. Child minding facilities are available.

Cats coach steps down Premiership coach Jeff Andrews leaves Macedon Football Club on a high after announcing he is stepping down.

Andrews has coached the Riddell District Football League club in two stints, and said a couple of factors helped him make the decision. He told Cats president Terry Kernan a while ago he wasn’t going to continue.

“Five years is long enough,” he said.

“I’m looking at a change in career and don’t know time-wise whether I’ll have the time. Given these things, it’s time I move on.

“I’m not planning on coaching another club.”

Andrews coached the club 20 years ago without success, and he’s proud his second stint culminated in a premiership.

“We’ve gone from 10th to sixth then fourth and now first,” he said.

“We’ve tried to build the foundations and still have at least 60 per cent local flavour in the team.”

Andrews said he was happy with where he’s leaving the club.

“We had nine or 10 kids make their debuts and another three or four would have if the season kept going,” he said. “[And] The players we’ve recruited are blokes who love their footy.”

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Lauren Gilcrist takes on North Ballarat City’s Gina McCartin and Sacha McDonald. (Shawn Smits)

Lucky charm strikes again

The Lions are all smiles as they celebrate their premiership.

(Shawn Smits)

Joy for fast-start Lions

By Tara Murray The Sunbury Lions’ top side has lived up to expectations by delivering the club its first Ballarat Netball League A-grade premiership since 2013.

As early season favourites, the Lions quickly become the hunted.

But a draw against Redan would be the only blemish during the regular season, as they finished four games clear on top of the ladder.

The Lions were challenged during the finals, when a poor game against North Ballarat City ended with a loss that meant they needed to make the grand final the hard way.

When they accomplished that, it set up another clash with City – this time in the grand final.

There wouldn’t be a second upset between the two teams, with the Lions winning 44-38 on Sunday.

Lions coach Adam Boldiston was ecstatic after the game. He coached the Lions in 2015 when they finished runners-up to North Ballarat City. Three players from that team were part of this year’s side.

“I’m elated,” he said. “We worked really hard.

We’ve been the form team, but we’ve really been challenged as well. I thought we weathered the storm.”

In the grand final, the Lions flew out of the blocks in less then ideal netballing conditions.

A strong wind played havoc with passes and shots all day and at times caused dust storms.

The Lions led 17-5 at quarter-time, with Boldiston saying the scoreline was a statement of intent following the loss the last time the teams met.

“We’re all about getting away to that good start and today they were really switched on,” he said.

“The loss the other week really hurt them and they were out to make a real statement today.

“That first quarter was amazing, but I knew North would come back.”

Boldiston wasn’t wrong, with City closing the gap to four goals late in the second quarter.

While the Lions looked dominant in the first quarter, in the second they weren’t able to get their hands on the ball and City was capitalising on turnovers.

Chloe Curran stars in the circle for Sunbury.

(Shawn Smits)

The Lions held a six-goal lead at half-time, but had a real game on their hands.

“We came out of the blocks amazing today, but when you do that you’re always at risk of having a bit of a lull,” Boldiston said.

“There’s always a scoring end and there definitely was one today. We had a little bit of a lapse, but we were able to get it back.

“It was important to have that lead. Going into the last, I think we were about seven up.”

The third and fourth quarters were topsy-turvy affairs, the Lions building a decent margin before City would come back at them.

The closest City would get was three goals.

Chloe Curran was named best on court by the umpires. She shot 36 goals from 48 attempts.

Boldiston said Curran had done a massive amount of work every week.

“In the first quarter she was dominant and I was impressed,” he said.

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“She nailed some pressure shots for us late.

We tried to attack a certain side of the post, as it was easier to shoot one side than the other. She stood up.”

Boldiston said that while Curran was named best on court, every player stepped up when they needed to.

“There was some really steadying play in the middle by Tarryn Munro,” he said. “Loz Gilcrist picked up a couple of crucial intercepts.

“Elly Randall came on and did her job in the last quarter and provided a little bit of a stop there, which was needed.

“Ruth Smith freed up Chloe and had a really good game – a solid four quarters today.”

While the Sunbury Lions’ A-grade side came away with premiership glory, there was heartbreak for their three other grand final sides.

Their B, C and D sides all lost.

For more about those games, go to www. starweekly.com.au/sports

It took Lauren Gilcrist 15 years to win one premiership with the Sunbury Lions, now she’s a five-time premiership player.

On Saturday, Gilcrist played a vital role in helping the Lions win the A-grade premiership against North Ballarat City, their first since 2013.

Gilcrist was part of that 2013 team and then played in B-grade premierships in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Gilcrist said this premiership was special.

“It’s pretty amazing,” she said.

“In 2013 it was the first one I’d ever won after playing for such a long time.

“To have this come round again with a great bunch of girls, it’s amazing we’ve been able to do it again.

“Every year the league is getting stronger and stronger. Five in a row, they might think I’m the lucky charm or something.”

Having stepped down to B-grade the past few years, Gilcrist was happy to continue in that grade, before a conversation in the off season with coach Adam Boldiston.

Boldiston told her he had her in his plans for the A-grade side if she was prepared to take on the challenge.

“I sort of thought after moving down to B-grade over the last few years that I was starting to make my way down and out as I got older.

“Then to be invited and pushed up … they wanted me to be a part of this team.

“This team especially has welcomed me and taught me a lot even though I’m so much older than them.

“They’ve been teaching me week after week so much more, it’s very special, I’m not just a bench player but a key player.”

Gilcrist didn’t look out of place in the grand final and had a couple of key intercepts late in the game.

Gilcrist said it was about putting everything you’ve got out on the court.

This year’s premiership comes 20 years after the Lions fielded their first netball team in the Ballarat Football Netball League. Gilcrist was part of that first team.

“What’s sweetest for me is in 1997 we brought a netball team to the BFL and I was only 16 and I was part of that.

“So this is a 20-year reunion of that and it meant a lot. There was some tears when we finally finished it.”

Gilcrist said she would let things settle before deciding on her netballing future.

She said she was considering retiring, but has one good reason to keep going.

“My daughter is 10 now and she keeps saying I have to keep playing until we play together, so that’s probably a bucket list item. We’ll see if the body holds out.”

Tara Murray

SPORT

Alan Mance Grand Final Sale

Lions roar on medal night Three Sunbury Lions brothers were among the award winners at the Ballarat Football Netball League’s Henderson Medal night.

The night started well for the Lions, with three players among the four winners of the inaugural Club 18 division’s best and fairest award.

Brothers Kevin Barker and Matt Sammut polled 10 votes each, along with Lions teammate Aaron Blade and Bacchus Marsh’s Leo Nunn.

The night got better for the Lions, with Anthony Sammut joining his brothers as an award winner by taking out the George King Medal for the reserves best and fairest.

Lion Michael Edwards finished equal runner-up in the Dick Rees Memorial Trophy

for the under-18.5 best and fairest. Edwards played just 11 games in the under-18.5s, earning promotion to the senior side late in the season.

In the seniors, Alik Magin was named in the team of the year on a half-forward flank.

Lions skipper Andrew Duhau polled the most votes in the Henderson Medal, polling 13 votes, nine behind the winner, Redan’s Nathan Horbury.

The good night continued for the Lions, who won the Merv and Mary Howard Memorial Senior Club Championship, which is based on points allocated for wins across all netball and football grades.

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Sunbury’s Ashleigh Hardy looks for a clear pass.

(Shawn Smits)

Super Sunbury gets its reward

By Tara Murray The Sunbury Lions’ dominant netball season was well recognised at the Ballarat Netball League best and fairest awards night.

The Lions, who had four teams in Saturday’s grand finals, had five players win individual awards, won coach of the year and had four players named in the team of the year.

Defender Ashleigh Hardy shared the top netball award, the Sally McLean Trophy, for the best player in A grade as voted by the umpires.

Hardy and Redan’s Ruby Parry shared the award on 19 votes. Another Lion, Tarryn Munro, finished equal third on 16.

Hardy, who is in her first year with the Lions, said she was honoured to share the award.

She started the year really well, polling 12 votes in the first five rounds, before polling just four votes for the next 12 rounds.

Three votes in the final round meant Hardy joined Parry at the top of the leaderboard.

Hardy said she didn’t think she’d done enough in the final round to join Parry at the top.

“We got off to a really good start to the season,”

she said. “A lot of us have not played together for a while and I think it took a while to get going and once we got everything going, then the team settled.”

Hardy said she had loved her time at the Lions.

“It has been so good to have four teams in the finals – it just shows the depth we have,” she said.

Lions shooter Chloe Curran won the A-grade most valuable player award, voted on by the coaches. Hardy finished a vote further back Hardy, Curran, Munro and Monique Clark were all named in the A-grade team of the year.

Adam Boldiston, who coaches the Lions’ A and B-grade teams, was named coach of the year.

The Lions won both the B-grade awards.

Suzi Johnson was the runaway winner in the best-and-fairest award, finishing on 35 votes, 11 clear of the next best.

Her teammate, Amanda Cusack, won the MVP award.

Ashleigh Danckert won the D-grade best and fairest award, finishing seven votes clear.

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By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring

AT A GLANCE

If cars were creatures, the Mazda CX-3 would be a lady beetle, with distinct shape and standout colouring, buzzing around lush green meadows or summer gardens in full bloom.

However, forget the bucolic backdrop – this pretty little sports utility vehicle is most at home in bustling urban centres.

So much so it has become a market leader since it first came to Australia in March, 2015.

Following in the tracks of the Mazda2 light car, addition of i-Activsense safety technology makes the latest CX-3 update the first vehicle in the small SUV segment to offer smart city brake support forward and reverse as standard equipment across the range of Neo, Maxx, sTouring and Akari models.

Further safety inclusions are blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert as standard on the Maxx, while sTouring and Akari variants also get driver attention alert and traffic sign recognition.

Power comes courtesy of a 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G petrol or a 1.5-litre Skyactiv-D diesel engine mated with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission with a choice of front or all-wheel drive.

Prices start at $20,490, plus on-road costs, for the petrol Neo. The test vehicle was a 2.0-litre petrol Maxx automatic AWD, which comes to market at $26,890.

Based on Mazda2 hatchback underpinnings, the CX-3 holds firm to the maker’s Kodo Soul of Motion styling, with the body flowing from a sturdy front, through a sleek centre section to a robust rear end.

Headlight layouts vary from model to model, with the test Maxx favouring a layout that puts the turn signals outside the main headlamp unit to create a narrow, sharp design.

Specifications Mazda CX-3 Maxx 2.0-litre petrol, 6sp automatic, AWD SUV Engine

Upgrades should help the Mazda CX-3 stay at the forefront of the small SUV segment. (Supplied)

Cosy but not cramped is the best way to describe the CX-3 cabin, an opinion enforced by the limited views outside from a short ration of glass all round.

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