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Tuesday 16 January, 2018 Serving Ballan and district since 1872 Phone 5368 1966 Vol 12 No 2

Tom and Lorraine Keene, now both deceased, with a photo of them both participating in the Priscilla High Tea event; with Lorraine coming up with the 2018 BAF theme shortly before her
death. Photo – Leone Fabre.

By Jessica Howard
Dream comes to life
The precious life of Lorraine Keene will be celebrated at this
year’s Ballan Autumn Festival.
Lorraine lived in Ballan with her late husband Tom and
passed away on September 14, 2017.
Following an idea that came to her in a dream, Lorraine
became the brains behind this year’s Ballan Autumn Festival
theme, Mad Hatters Tea Party.
Lorraine was an active member of the Ballan District Health
and Care Aged Care Hostel social committee and was the
inspiration behind the 2016 Priscilla High Tea Event hosted
by the Ballan Autumn Festival Association and BDH&C.
Prior to her death, Lorraine was planning another high tea
event when she approached the Ballan Autumn Festival
committee with an idea.
“The BAF committee met with Lorraine after hearing she
had a brilliant idea for the next High Tea Event,” Sharon
Murphy, Entertainment Coordinator of the Ballan Autumn
Festival Association said.
“The committee were blown away with the idea and decided
to go one better – we’d make it the theme of the 2018 Festival.
“Lorraine was over the moon”.
Ballan District Health & Care Activities Manager, Colleen
McLaughlin said the partnership between residents at
BDH&C and the Ballan Autumn Festival Committee was
amazing.
“The residents really enjoy being actively involved in the
community, not only as participants but as creative leaders
and innovative thinkers,” she said.
“We are lucky to have such dynamic seniors in Ballan – and
to have such an inclusive Autumn Festival Committee.”
Held annually, the Ballan Autumn Festival is a celebration
of local culture, creativity and community. In 2017, over 9,000
visitors attended the event.
In preparation for 2018, committee president Kevin Harper
encouraged the community to start thinking about how they
might bring Lorraine’s vision to life.
“Parade applications are now open online and given the
high-standards of the past few years, I am really excited
about what we may see in this year’s parade among the
colourful floats themed by our schools and community
groups,” he said.
“We again encourage the Ballan traders – to think about
how they can embrace the Mad Hatters Tea Party theme and
encourage festival goers in store”.
Mr Harper said the committee would be working with
Ballan Country Women’s Association to host the first Mad
Hatters cake decorating competition.
“Entries open Monday 22 January, so start thinking about
your cake design now,” he said.
“There will be a people’s choice award and some great
prizes up for grabs”.
More information on the festival will be released
in the coming weeks. To keep updated, visit www.
ballanautunfestival.org.
The Ballan Autumn Festival will be held in the Main street
of Ballan on Sunday 18 March, 9am-4pm.

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Roads ready
for turbines
By Kate Taylor
Road plans are in place for the imminent
construction of the Lal Lal Wind Farm.
A permit had already been issued for the
construction of 60 wind turbines, split
between two sites, at Elaine and Yendon.
With construction anticipated to begin in
February this year, permit holder Macquarie
Group presented Moorabool Shire Council
with its ‘Road Dilapidation Deed’;
tabled at a Special Meeting of Council held
on 20 December.
A key consideration during planning
approval for the project was the potential
impact on council’s road network – however
planning conditions for the project
incorporate requirements that the local road
network does not suffer at councils’ expense
due to the wind farm.
The Deed specifies maintenance on certain
roads, identified within the Deed, to be
undertaken by the developer and which is
over and above the standard maintenance
requirements of council.
Repair, rehabilitation, and other works are
also included within the document that was
tabled at the meeting.
“The road rectification process includes
undertaking a baseline assessment survey
prior to construction commencing along
with undertaking a post construction
assessment survey. The level of deterioration
over the windfarm construction life will
then be multiplied by the length of road
affected with a fixed monetary figure to be
reimbursed to Council for the rectification of
road,” the report read.
All traffic plans have been paid for by
Macquarie Group, and not council.
Woodlands Ward councillor Pat Toohey
sought clarification of officers on whether
council is working with VicRoads on the
issue, as some of the affected roads will be
a VicRoads road, which is state-government,
run, and not council.
“The wind farm operators have to consult
VicRoads - our objective is to force heavy
vehicles more onto VicRoads roads – not sure
if they are entering a Deed with VicRoads
like us,” a council officer told the meeting in
reply to the question.
After lengthy discussion on the document’s
details, councilors voted to endorse the Deed Terry Bramham has submitted his report to council as an ‘interim governance monitor’.
– which will also be used as a template for Photo – Helen Tatchell
future projects.

Trackers to Tick of approval

deter thieves
By Jessica Howard
Car thieves are officially on notice following
the introduction of a new tracking device.
Victoria Police and the National Motor
Vehicle Theft Reduction Council have
commenced a GPS tracking initiative aimed
at reducing car theft across the state.
Tracking devices, which allow people to
trace in real-time, are now being fitted to
1,000 cars by selected dealerships.
The trackers are synchronised to a smart
phone application; meaning with a press of
a button, the car owner can use the app to set
an electronic perimeter around the vehicle
based on where it is parked at the time.
If the car is moved from its location, the
system immediately sends the owner an
email and text message alert. If the change in
location is unauthorised the car owner can
alert police via Triple Zero (000).
The device, which is about half the size
of a matchbox, can be hidden in multiple
locations, so potential thieves won’t know
which cars have the device installed.
Bob Hill, Assistant Commissioner Road
Policing, said the linking of GPS technology
with law enforcement in real-time was
world-leading practice.
“The message is clear: if you’re contemplating
a stealing a car – think again,” Mr Hill said.
“GPS technology enables police to monitor,
track and recover stolen vehicles quickly and
effectively from anywhere in Victoria.
“We believe it will reduce opportunities for
stolen cars to be used to commit other crimes
and give police the opportunity to explore
safer alternatives to resolving serious
incidents involving stolen cars.”
In the year ending September 2017, there
was a 12.9 per cent reduction in car thefts in
Victoria.
Mr Hill said while police continue to put
more car thefts before the courts than ever
before, it’s important to look at innovative
ways to deter offenders.
“This trial presents a unique opportunity
for us to further drive down vehicle theft
across the state.”
by overseer
By Kate Taylor
Moorabool Shire Council is a well-run house
of democracy, according to a governance
monitor.
Terry Bramham, of Macquarie Local
Government Lawyers, was employed
by council in July 2017 as an ‘interim
governance monitor’ - and authored a report
put before a special meeting of council held
on Wednesday 20 December.
Mr Bramham’s list of jobs included
assessing the performance of councillors
at council meetings, as well as evaluating
council officer reports, which are tabled at
the meetings.
The report was based on Mr Bramham’s
attendance at three council meetings –and
no information is available on how much
the appointment of Mr Bramham, including
the report and attendance at meetings, cost
council.
Woodlands Ward Councillor Pat Toohey
asked Mr Bramham at the meeting if council
was a well-run house of democracy.
“As an organisation I am complimentary of
your standard of governance,” Mr Bramham
replied.
Cr Toohey asked if his attendance at
meetings should be ongoing, but replied that
it is not – suggesting however that ongoing
contact with a monitor should be offered
to individual councillors in the future,
especially new ones.
“All Councillors were observed to display
the integrity requirements under the
Councillor Code of Conduct and were
respectful to each other, Council staff
members and the gallery members attending
the meetings,” the report states.
There were several minor recommendations
contained within the report, and the
issue of trust was brought up in terms of a
recommendation to make officer’s reports
shorter in the future.
“To reduce the content of the reports which
is desirable, it is essential, and in the mutual
interests of both Councillors and Officers,
that the relationship of trust be improved
which in turn, will reflect Council decisions
based on good governance.”
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Newborns in the district

Babies born recently at Bacchus Marsh and
Melton Regional Hospital.

Vasko and Vezna have

Heat deadly
a new brother
Valentino. Born to
Balliang East parents
Renee and Alex
DELEV, Valentino
arrived on Wednesday

for animals
3 January at 8.09pm
weighing 3840 grams.

By Jessica Howard Community Safety Officer, Shannon Walsh

With temperatures set to rise again this
week, residents are urged to take extra care
of their pets.
RSPCA Victoria Head of Prevention, Sophie
Buchanan said animals left in hot cars can
suffer heat exhaustion and die in just six
minutes.
“Time is of the essence,” she said.
“If anyone finds a pet locked in a vehicle,
it is essential they immediately call Victoria
Police on Triple Zero (000). Police on
duty around the state can respond to an
emergency call rapidly”.
Ms Buchanan said pet owners must provide
all animals with shade, rest and multiple
sources of cool, clean water.
“These few basic precautions can reduce
the likelihood of pets suffering from heat-
induced stress,” she said.
“We love seeing pet owners include their
dogs in more of their daily activities, but
sometimes leaving your animal at home is
simply a better option in the heat.”
Moorabool Shire Council’s Acting Senior
said fortunately, there were no reports of
animals being left in cars so far this summer.
“Tests conducted by Melbourne’s
Metropolitan Ambulance Service on a
29-degree day, with the car’s air conditioning
having cooled the interior to a comfortable
20 degrees, showed it took just 10 minutes
for the temperature to more than double to
44 degrees,” he said.
“In a further 10 minutes, it had tripled to
a deadly 60.2 degrees. As with humans,
exposure to these types of temperatures can
be extremely dangerous”
Mr Walsh said frozen water bottles, frozen
treats and filling clam shells with water were
easy ways for pet owners to help keep their
pets cool during summer.
“It’s also imperative that we do not forget
about pocket pets likes rabbits and guinea
pigs who can suffer extreme heat stress Melton West parents Serina and Shane Shannen and Ryan BRAYBROOK from
during warmer weather”. BROWNE have welcomed a little girl to Eynesbury have welcomed their second
Ms Buchanan said walking or exercising their family. Charlotte Evelyn Browne child, a little boy. Zander Ryan Braybrook
animals early in the morning or late at night arrived on Sunday 7 January at 7.03pm, arrived on Sunday 7 January at 12.24pm
can also reduce the exposure to hot asphalt weighing 7lb 3oz (3270 grams). Charlotte and is a new brother for Ezra. Zander
or pavement. is a new sister for Sofia. weighed 7lb 9oz (3620 grams).

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BALLAN DISTRICT
Memorial plaque returned to Honour BALLAN
DISTRICT
HEALTH AND CARE
Rural Not-For-Profit Health Service delivering Acute,
HEALTH Community, Aged and Child Care Services
By Jessica Howard AND CARE

A long-lost plaque honouring a www.ballanhealth.com.au

fallen World War II soldier from
Coimadai has been found. Rural Not-For-Profit Health Service delivering Acute, Community, Aged and Child Care Services
Private Gordon Dawson first
joined the 2/29th Infantry
Battalion at the age of 19. He died
as a prisoner of war on September
28 1943, aged 22.
His memorial plaque, which
had been missing since the early
1990s, was recently discovered in
a box of old memorabilia located
in a shed of the Moorabool Shire
Council Works Department. What’s your
George Rogers, Coimadai
Memorial Park works supervisor, New Year’s resolution?
quickly recognised the plaque to We often resolve to get healthier and
be the one belonging to Gordon improve our overall wellbeing at this time
Dawson, which was erected of year. Without a clear starting point
inside the Coimadai Community
Hall following his death.
resolutions frequently stall.
When Merrimu Reservoir was Book a health check today and let’s work
constructed more than two- together towards a healthier 2018. Please
decades later, the hall, including call 5366 7999 for a GP appointment or
the plaque, was purchased by the visit www.ballanhealth.com.au for
Bacchus Marsh Y’s Men’s Club more information.
and re-erected in Grant Street.
In the early 1990s, the hall was
GP Clinic Practice Hours
demolished to make way for the Monday – Friday: 9.00am to 8.00pm
Turner Street Medical Clinic, Saturday: 9.00am to 1.00pm
and Gordon’s memorial plaque
disappeared with it. Going into care may not be
During an event held at the
Coimadai Avenue of Honour your only option...
on Monday (December 4), the You might be surprised about the Home
plaque was officially unveiled Care Packages available to people over 65.
in front of Gordon’s sister, Betty
Whether it’s meal preparation, gardening,
Bridgewood.
Mrs Bridgewood was just
getting out to see friends or an extra hand
Betty Bridgewood with the plaque.
12-years-old when her brother with laundry – what’s important to you is
went off to war. important to us.
She said Gordon didn’t really Come and have a chat with Lucy, Kris or
like being a farmer and that the Erin at Ballan District Health & Care about
opportunity to enlist was a great
how we can support you to protect your
way for him to escape the family
farm and see the world. independence at home. Please call us on
On the day of the plaque 5366 7905 (Monday to Friday).
unveiling, Mrs Bridgewood was
joined by Coimadai Avenue of
Honour Restoration Association
chairman, Ken McDonald;
President of the Bacchus Marsh
RSL, Cherriston Lawton and
Moorabool Shire Deputy Mayor
John Keogh.
Mr McDonald said despite the
long wait, the Dawson family
and residents of Coimadai are
“thankful that the plaque has Pictured: Lucy, Kris and Monika
been returned to its rightful
home”. Join our online community
For our latest updates, search Ballan

Plan scapes across the line District Health on Facebook and join our
online community.

By Kate Taylor
The Moorabool Health and Wellbeing Plan 2017-2021 has
been approved by councillors – but only narrowly.
The Plan was put before the December 6 council meeting,
having already been through a process of previous council
meetings and public exhibition and feedback – however two
councillors had reservations in adopting it.
“My objection is, a lot of the elements in this do not belong
to Moorabool – stakeholders – their view is being imposed on BALLAN
Moorabool. The agencies, we are now doing their work, that DISTRICT
is my issue – I don’t see it as the voice of the majority of the HEALTH
Moorabool shire,” Cr Sullivan told the meeting. AND CARE
Deputy Mayor John Keogh partially agreed. Ballan District Health and Care
“I understand where Cr Sullivan is coming from, and
Centre for Community Health:
in coming years we could have more input from the
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The four-year plan is aimed at enhancing the health and community,” Cr Keogh said.
wellbeing of residents. Woodlands Ward Councillor Pat Toohey raised concerns Hospital & Admin:
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“The Plan provides a snapshot of the health and wellbeing
status of the community and an action plan in partnership
about where the money for the planned actions would be
coming from. Aged Care Hostel: BAL
with local health providers and community organisations The report stated that actions “will be implemented through 168 Inglis St – 5368 1577
BALLAN
HEA
to improve the health and wellbeing of the Moorabool a partnership funding model which may include funding Child Care Centre:
community. Local agencies, health services and organisations from external agencies, State and Federal Government
DISTRICT
88A Simpson St – 5368 1811 HEALTH
have demonstrated a strong commitment to the development funding bodies and the Council” but did not provide any Opportunity on Inglis: AND CARE
and implementation of the Plan,” read a report tabled at the further detail. 159 Inglis St – 5368 2114
meeting. The Plan was adopted, with councillors Keogh, Bingham
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But it was these partnerships which raised concerns for and Edwards voting in favour, and councillors Sullivan and
West Ward Councillor Tom Sullivan. Toohey voting against. www.ballanhealth.com.au
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Recycling
a costly
business
By Kate Taylor

When residents recycle, there are a few

places that their cast-offs will end up.
Councillors passed a motion at the October
meeting to look into recycling processes
following reports of recyclable materials
being dumped at landfills.
The report was tabled at the December
6 council meeting – and explained a few
things about recycling in the shire.
Moorabool Shire has 16,407 rateable
properties, of which approximately 12,788
receive a kerbside waste and recycling
collection service; there are also public street
bins throughout the Shire and throughout
Council’s Parks, Reserves and Halls.
The big contract is with Visy, which
undertakes the recycling service for
Moorabool Shire, under a contract worth
$586,634 in 2017.
Visy’s core business is the collection, sorting,
and reprocessing of recyclables - none of the
recycling collected under the contract with
Visy can be disposed of at any of the shire’s
three Transfer Stations.
“All kerbside recyclables that Visy collects
and/or processes, are sent to a Material
Recovery Facility (MRF) to be sorted. This
facility is owned and operated by Visy,” the
report reads.
At the MRF, Visy employs manual hand
sorters and machines that assist in the
removal of contamination and separating
the six material types into their categories.
Court in action
The categories are Paper, Cardboard, Plastic By Jessica Howard The police informant said through year-11 and com-
being a long weekend, the menced work at Hungry
(PET, HDPE), Steel, Aluminium and Glass.”
A 20-year-old p-plate driver traffic was heavy and that Jacks, where he now holds a
Once sorted, they are sent off to different had four passengers in the a number of drivers were management position.
parts of the business for reprocessing. car when he raced another forced to break heavily while He said the accused had
vehicle along the Western
“For example, paper and cardboard are attempting to move out of good family support and of-
Freeway, registering speeds the way of the two vehicles.
transported to Visy’s paper mill in Coolaroo, ten assisted his ill sister with
of over 150k/h. her three kids.
Victoria for reprocessing into 100% recycled Upon intercepting the ac-
Jacob Wells was driving cused, police observed four “[Wells] is still quite young
paper reels. These sheets are then used to
a blue Sedan when he was passengers in the blue Sedan and with no priors,” he said.
make the external layer of cardboard boxes intercepted by police near
and two passengers and a Magistrate Steven Raleigh
which takes place at Visy’s box factory in Myrniong on June 11 last
dog in the silver Hyundai. said the accused’s behaviour
Dandenong, Victoria. year.
Wells, who was 19-years-old was reckless and dangerous.
“Plastic PET is sent to Visy’s facility in Police allege he was racing a
at the time, was interviewed “This sort of driving is
Smithfield, New South Wales where it is used silver Hyundai in an easterly
at the scene and his vehicle crazy, it could have killed
to manufacture 100% recycled food grade direction, with both vehicles
was impounded. him [Wells], his four passen-
exceeding the speed limit of
packaging and recycled drink bottles.” The court heard the co- gers and anyone else on the
110k/h.
The current contract is set to expire in 2019 accused and owner of the road,” he said.
Appearing in the Bacchus
– but the next contract may not be so sweet. Marsh Magistrates Court on silver Hyundai appeared “It was a holiday weekend,
“The contract includes a rebate to Council for Friday (January 12), Wells in court in September 2017, with a lot of people on the
where a plea of guilty saw
was charged with drive at road, I don’t know what
recyclables collected and it is budgeted that
dangerous speeds. him convicted and fined goes through people’s heads
Council will receive $146,580 this financial
$800. to think they can drive like
year from Visy for payment of recyclables The court heard police esti-
Wells, who initially plead this”.
mated Wells’ was travelling
recovered as part of this service. It’s doubtful not guilty to the charge, was Wells was convicted and
at around 154k/h, after the
if this will be offered in future contracts.” found guilty following a fined $1,500.
silver Hyundai, which was
At the meeting, Deputy Mayor John Keogh located in front of the blue contest mention in 2017. His license was also dis-
requested further information on the Sedan, registered a speed of Wells’ defence lawyer said qualified for a period of
recycling process and costs. 167k/h. his client left school midway 12-months.

Don’t let a campfire ‘How much is that doggie

become a bushfire in the window?’ to cease
By Jessica Howard
Outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to follow
the rules when it comes to campfire safety.
Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer for
Grampians Region, Peter Kambouris said
there had been numerous fires caused
by campfire negligence since the start of
October 2017.
“This is placing the community and
firefighters at risk, as well as potentially
damaging the environment and affecting
industry and recreational users of our public
land,” he said.
“It takes a lot of time, effort and personnel to
respond to a fire, so when campfires escape
and could have been prevented by following
the rules, it’s very frustrating.”
Mr Kambouris said Forest Fire Management
Victoria was keen for campers to enjoy
themselves, as long as campfire safety was
made a priority.
“We want to reduce the number of fires
caused by neglected campfires so our
message to campers is, don’t let your
campfire become a bushfire this summer”.
David Nugent, Parks Victoria Director Fire
and Emergency, said in National Parks,
campfires can only be lit in designated
fireplaces.
“If there are no designated fire places, then
campfires are not permitted,” he said.
“Our rangers regularly patrol parks, forests,
reserves to ensure campers are doing
the right thing and to educate visitors on
campfire safety.
“Before you head out, make sure you plan
ahead and check the long rang weather
forecast. If in doubt on a hot day, don’t light
your campfire”.
If campfire safety rules are breached, people
can face on the spot fines of up to $476, with
maximum penalties exceeding $15,000.
For more information, visit www.ffm.
v ic.gov. au/p e r m it s - a nd r e g u l at io n s/
fire-restrictions-and-regulations.
By Kate Taylor
There will be no more puppies in pet shop
windows after legislation was passed in state
parliament late last year.
The state government’s Domestic Animals
Act amendment introduces new restrictions
on puppy farm numbers and pet shop sales,
as well as online sales.
Under the new legislation, the number
of fertile female dogs that a breeder can
own and register with local council will be
capped at 10; only those meeting additional
requirements will be approved by the
Minister for Agriculture to keep an absolute
maximum of 50 fertile female dogs.
“Illegal breeders will have nowhere to
hide and will no longer be able to funnel
puppies and kittens through pet shops to
unsuspecting members of the public,” said
Agriculture Minister Jaala Pulford.
“As of 1 July 2018, pet shops will only be
able to sell from approved sources (shelters,
pounds or voluntarily registered foster
carers) and there will be no more puppies in
pet shop windows.”
Traceability of cats and dogs is expected
to be improved significantly through the
establishment of the Pet Exchange Register,
with breeders, foster carers and members of
the public advertising a cat or dog expected
to enrol on the Register.
Breeding members of cat or dog applicable
organisations, such as Dogs Victoria, with 10
or less breeding females will be recognised
as recreational breeders and can continue to
abide by their organisation’s Code of Ethics.
There is currently one dog breeding facility
with a permit to operate in Moorabool – and
a council spokesperson said that it is easy for
residents to report any illegal operators.
“Anyone with concerns about illegal
breeding businesses should contact
Council. You can also report these online
using the RSPCA Victoria’s Tip Off service
http://rspcavic.org/services/tip-off,” the
spokesperson said.
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Damning NDIS report slammed

By Kate Taylor
Ballan District Health and Care CEO has blasted the
Moorabool News over last week’s (9 Jan) story on the lack of
NDIS service providers in Moorabool.
As it turns out, the information the story was based on,
which was provided by Moorabool Shire Council, was
inaccurate.
In covering the December council meeting, the Moorabool
News detailed a tabled report, which was authorised
by council General Manager Social & Organisation
Development Danny Colgan, which outlined lack of
available services provided with funding under the National
Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and specifically the lack
of providers in the west of the shire.
BDHC CEO Wayne Weaire contacted the Moorabool News
after reading the story to point out there is in fact quite a
large, capable organisation providing NDIS services to a
large part of the shire, including west Moorabool –BDHC
itself.
“The reality is, we are licensed and have a full suite of
allied health professionals to do NDIS,” Mr Weaire told the
Moorabool News. difference to everyday life. BDHC can provide community
“We have more than enough capacity – and not just in West members with effective supports for daily living, such as
Moorabool, we can do it across the whole region.” Alcohol & Other Drug Use Programs, Audiometry, Chronic
Disease Management, Community Assistance, Community
Ballan District Health & Care began providing NDIS-
Health Nursing, Dental Clinic, Dietetics & Nutrition, District
approved services in September last year to further support
Nursing Service, Exercise Physiology, as well as Relaxation,
Moorabool residents with disabilities.
Walking groups, a hydrotherapy pool, Occupational
“We offer a comprehensive range of in-home and on-site
Therapy, optometry, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychology,
services with a particular commitment to working with
Rehabilitation Gymnasium, Social Work, and Speech
disabled community members, carers and families living in
Pathology.”
the Western half of Moorabool Shire.”
The report also failed to mention BDHC Director of Allied
BDHC’s multidisciplinary allied health team – all registered
& Community Health Shawn Lee meets regularly with
NDIS providers – has extensive experience with both Moorabool Shire Council and health partner organisations
children and adults. to further develop positive long-term outcomes for members
“The team offers a best practice, evidence-based, re-enabling of the community looking to improve their health, wellbeing
approach that focuses on each person’s individual needs and and daily living skills.
goals.” “We are ready and have full capacity to deliver person-
The council report did not mention that in addition to centered NDIS services to Moorabool residents”, he said.
working with children and younger adults, BDHC is the “If you are managing a chronic condition, disability, require
largest provider of residential and home-based allied health rehabilitation or simply want a bit of support to lead a
services to over 55s and over 65s in West Moorabool. healthier life, please contact Sallee Salmon, BDHC’s Access
“Access to close to home services can really make a Officer on (03) 5366 7907”, Mr Weaire concluded.

COUNCIL RESPONSE
The Moorabool News extended a right-of-reply
opportunity to Mr Colgan as CEO Rob Croxford was
currently on leave, and his comments are below.
“Managers from Council, Ballan District Health &
Care and Djerriwarrh Community Health have met just
twice in the past six months at the request of the MSC
Manager Active Ageing and Community Access. At
these meetings, organisations were made aware of the
MSC service review and an invitation was extended to
respond as part of the four-week community consultation
process. No feedback was received from BDHC. Shawn
is new to the role and so time was spent at the meetings
orientating ourselves and discussing ways to further
develop partnerships that help to better integrate services
for our community.
“The report talks to Council’s experience of the NDIS roll
out and the impact on clients e.g. primary aged school
children who require a group program for respite and
social support and could no longer get a service under
NDIS. The NDIS rolled out in Moorabool on 1 January,
2017 and the market is young and changing weekly. The
Service Review report was written between April 2017
to September 2017. It is great that BDH&C are providing
NDIS services to those in need especially in the West.
At the time of writing the Service Review, this was not
known.
“We always welcome the opportunity to meet with staff
from BDHC to discuss services and programs for the
Moorabool community, and look forward to developing
positive partnerships with them.”
Shawn Lee is the Director of Allied & Community Health at BDH&C. Photo – Helen Tatchell

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Resignation of health CEO Patience

urged on
By Jessica Howard

Andrew Freeman, the chief

executive of Djerriwarrh

Health Services, will step
down from his role later this
month to take on a new posi-
tion with Western Health.
Mr Freeman was chief exec-
utive of Benalla Health when
he took on the temporary
role in August 2015 to assist
Djerriwarrh Health Services.
The role later became per-
manent following a review
of the hospital that revealed
there were 11 cases of “po-
tentially avoidable” new-
born and stillborn deaths
between a 13-year period.
Mr Freeman replaced Bruce
Marshall, who was sacked
by the State Government
Minister Jill Hennessy, along
with the entire volunteer
Board.
Dr John Ballard, who was
appointed Administrator
of DJHS following the con-
troversy, said Mr Freeman
should be credited “with an
extraordinary turnaround
at the hospital and the wider
Djerriwarrh services in
Melton, Bacchus March and
Caroline Springs”.
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“Andrew’s challenge at
Djerriwarrh was significant
and multi-faceted. He has
driven the required changes
and reinvigorated the cul-
ture of the Service, posi-
tioning it to better handle
ongoing population growth
and diversity to the west of
Melbourne,” he said.
“Andrew has displayed
great skill, courage, com-
mitment and compassion in
transforming Djerriwarrh.
He will take up his new po-
sition in February 2018 and I
- along with my colleagues at
Djerriwarrh - wish him eve-
ry success in his new role.
“We will now commence
the process to recruit An-
drew’s successor to lead the
Health Service through its
next phase of growth.”
Djerriwarrh Director of
Nursing, Amanda Ed-
wards, will be interim chief
executive.
roads
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said.
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to ensure that everybody using the road network gets to
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“Be aware of the driving conditions, particularly if you
are driving through one of our work areas. Please obey the
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a safe manner, don’t cut in front of vehicles or tailgate.
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when you travel. Be courteous and patient to other road
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Police Rounds Letters to the Editor

By Jessica Howard
Ballan Police attended a se-
rious collision on the West-
ern Freeway, Wallace on
January 1. The driver alleg-
edly lost control of the vehi-
cle and rolled on the freeway
at around 1am. The driver
was airlifted to hospital with
life threatening injuries and
a passenger was taken to
hospital for treatment. En-
quires are still ongoing, any
witnesses to the collision
should call Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000 or Gordon
Police on 5368 9202.
•••
A second serious collision
occurred just two days later,
when a vehicle impacted
a tree and caught fire on
Elaine-Egerton Road in
Elaine on January 3. A quan-
tity of ammunition in the
vehicle exploded during the
fire. The driver, an 18-year-
old from Elaine suffered
only minor injuries.
•••
During Victoria Police’s
Operation Roadwise, Ballan
Police checked 787 vehicles;
conducting 783 preliminary
breath tests at 17 site checks.
•••
Police conducted an op-
eration on Ballanee Road,
Ballan on January 10 fol-
lowing a report of a stolen
firearm. A 25-year-old Bal-
lan resident was arrested
and charged with offences,
including theft of a firearm
and firearm offences, and
was bailed to appear at the
Bacchus Marsh Magistrate’s
Court on March 23.
•••
Police have arrested a
22-year-old Ballan resident
in relation to threats to de-
stroy property by fire. The
man was arrested on January
11 and will be summonsed
to court in the future.
•••
Ballan Police are appealing
for information regarding a
shotgun stolen from Balla-
nee Road in Ballan between
December 26 2017 and Janu-
ary 9 2018. The firearm is al-
leged to have been cut down
to a sawn-off shot gun. An-
yone with information as to
its whereabouts can contact
Ballan Police on 5368 1303 or
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333
000.
•••
Yaloak Estate was victim to
the theft of nine lambs at ap-
proximately 8pm on January
6. A person of interest was
observed driving away with
the lambs in the back of an
animal trailer. The lambs,
valued at $8,500, were recov-
ered a short time later. Police
are asking for any witnesses
to come forward. Farmers
are reminded that remote
paddocks offer an opportu-
nity for thieves to steal their
livestock and are urged to
take steps to secure their
animals.
•••
Police are appealing for as-
sistance after a Stihl brand
diamond-tipped demo saw
was stolen from the tray of
a Central Highlands Wa-
ter utility parked in Fisken
Street on January 9. The theft
is believed to have occurred
in the vicinity of a rotunda at
around 12:30-12:40pm.
•••
An opportunistic thief has
stolen cash from a teenager’s
wallet at the Ballan Swim-
ming Pool on January 1.
The theft is believed to have
occurred between 3:50pm
and 4:50pm. The public are
reminded to secure their
valuables at community
locations.
•••
A crossing guard shelter
in Stead Street, opposite St
Brigid’s Primary School, has
been targeted by vandals,
with damage and graffiti oc-
curring to the shelter door.
The damage is believed to
have occurred sometimes
between December 31 2017
and January 1.
Anyone with information to
any of the above incidences
is urged to contact Ballan
Police on 5368 1303 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Email: news@themooraboolnews.com.au
Dear Editor,
I, like many others, purchased a block of land in the
Stonehill Estate Maddingley with the view that I would be
moving to an Estate that would be my home for many years,
and in an Estate that would be maintained and wonderfully
landscaped - to a high standard.
We were all restricted by the type of house, including fencing
colours, roof type, windows and various/numerous other
restrictions, when purchasing the land from the developers
but complied and built a lovely house. Joy has turned to
disappointment as the Estate now looks unkept, as untidy
grass areas replaces the promised landscaping.
As I understand it, there are at least four parties (maybe
more) involved with the Stonehill Estate however, it is
difficult to determine who is responsible for what - each
party off-lays the blame to each other. I am sick of being
“fobbed off” and being told many things that are yet to be
delivered and/or changed to make way for something else. It
is fast becoming an Estate that is an eyesore with unfinished
projects in abundance.
It would also now appear that some of the facilities
promised are now being changed due to land shortage
(building blocks) in and around the Bacchus Marsh area,
with the potential school, shopping centre and vacant lands
now being changed significantly, and earmarked for further
building blocks.
Is it too much to expect what we were all promised is
delivered?
I understand total completion is a way off, and can take
time - but what is considered finished should be TOTALLY
finished not just in part, basically it falls nothing far short of
an incomplete eyesore.
Maybe there is a need for the residents of Stonehill/
Maddingley to establish a “Residents Action Group” to try
and keep, and work with those responsible on track and
deliver what is promised.
Mark Frackowski
Maddingley

Moorabool Shire Council

NOTICE OF ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL
The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 7 February,
2018 in the Council Chambers, 15 Stead St, Ballan, commencing at 6.00pm.
Members of the public are most welcome to attend.
EMPLOYMENT
Council invites applications for the existing vacancies:
Contracts & Procurement Officer – Full Time Permanent
Revenue Officer – Part Time 45 hours per fortnight
Customer Service Officer – Casual Position
Project Engineer Position – Full Time Permanent
Construction Supervisor Position – Full Time
Buildings Technical Officer Position (Full Time 3 year Temporary Contract)
Building Maintenance Officer Position (3 year Temporary Contract)
All these positions will be based in Ballan Office.
Applications for all the above jobs close on Thursday 25 January 2018.
All details available from the website: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au
LEASE FOR COMMUNICATIONS TOWER
Pursuant to Sections 190 and 223 of the Local Government Act 1989, the Moorabool
Shire Council advises that it intends to enter into a lease with Telstra Corporation Ltd
for a portion of land at 36 Dicksons Road, Pentland Hills.
This site is adjacent to the Dicksons Road overpass on the western side of the Western
Freeway and is the site where an existing Telstra communications tower stands. Telstra
have received approval to replace this tower with a new communications tower.
This proposed lease for the new tower will replace a former lease for the existing
communications tower.
Written submissions on the proposed Lease for Communications
Tower are welcome until 5.00pm on Tuesday 13 February 2018.
Written submissions should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Lease for Communications Tower Submission
Moorabool Shire Council
PO Box 18 Ballan VIC 3342
Or emailed to: info@moorabool.vic.gov.au
Submissions may also be presented to Council via the Moorabool Have Your Say website
at haveyoursaymoorabool.com.au
Council will consider submissions on Wednesday 7 March 2018 at the Ordinary
Meeting of Council to be held in the Ballan Council Chambers, 15 Stead Street, Ballan
at 6.00pm.
Any person making a submission is entitled to state in the submission that he or
she wishes to appear in person, or to be represented by a person specified in the
submission, before this Special Meeting of the Council.
Whilst it is appropriate for submitters’ names and addresses to be disclosed to enable
transparent decision making, if you have concerns about this, Council can provide you
with the option of having your submission remain anonymous.
If you choose to provide your name and address it will be included as part of your
submission to be considered by Council. You should also be aware that even if you
choose to be anonymous, the details contained in some submissions may be sufficient
to identify the author of the submission to some readers. Hence, if you wish your
submission to remain anonymous you should bear this in mind when drafting it.
The proposed lease is available for inspection at Council’s offices or online at
www.moorabool.vic.gov.au
Please contact the Governance team on 5366 7100 should you have any queries in
relation to the proposed Lease for Communications Tower.
Rob Croxford,
CEO

Moorabool Shire Council: PO Box 18, Ballan VIC 3342 Telephone: 03 5366 7100 Facsimile: 03 5368 1757 CEO: Rob Croxford
Email: info@moorabool.vic.gov.au Web: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au Facebook: Moorabool Shire Council Twitter: @mooraboolshire
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Environmental Opinion
TOM

with Tom Kingston

Global warming turns cold

Might I wish the readers
of this opinion piece all the
best for this 2018 New Year.
Happy they might also be.
While we here in Australia
are feeling the heat the same
cannot be said for those in
the USA. In a recent tweet
the US President made men-
tion of the devastating freez-
ing winter America is ex-
periencing as evidence that
there is no global warming.
“Just look at this freezing
weather”, he tweeted. May-
be, apart from those millions
feeling the effects of this cli-
mate event, some might take
solace in this freezing event.
However, what is happen-
ing in northern America as I
write this piece is something
James Hansen has been pre-
dicting. Indeed, what is hap-
pening in America is a direct
result of our impact on the
climate of the planet. In case
you are not aware of James
Hansen, he is probably the
world’s most prominent fig-
ure regarding research into
the effect of the carbon being
poured into the atmosphere.
For more than 20-years
Dr James Hansen has been
warning that the out-flush
of cold water from glaciers
in Greenland and Canada
into the North Atlantic
could set up a storm-pro-
ducing weather pattern
the likes of which human
civilization has never seen.
An atmospheric wrecking
ball in the form of an in-
tense cold-hot dipole that,
once firmly established over
Atlantic Ocean waters be-
tween North American and
Europe, would carry on in
brutally destructive fashion
for decades and decades. In
other words, as Dr Hansen
says, “all hell would break
loose.”
Now, far be it for me to say
that “all hell has broken
loose” but I, for one, would
take seriously the words of
James Hansen.
His recent and, what might
well be called, earth-shat-
tering paper on the subject
‘Ice Melt, Sea Level Rise,
and Superstorms’ takes a
good, hard look at both the
potential for exponentially
ramping rates of ice melt and
sea level rise over the com-
ing decades and the impact
those thousands of cubic
kilometres of fresh water
ramming out into the North
Atlantic would have in pro-
ducing a barrage of increas-
ingly intense superstorms.
The global science commu-
nity has already found and
written on the visible for-
mation of a large cool pool
in the North Atlantic. One
that appears to be develop-
ing due to an increasingly
rapid rate of Greenland melt.
One that may be setting up
atmospheric conditions for
the age of storms that Hans-
en has feared could arise.
Changing the ocean’s heat
relationship with the atmos-
phere is bound to alter the
weather. And Hansen’s pa-
per ‘Ice Melt, Sea Level Rise,
and Superstorms’ points to-
ward a serious risk that this
fundamentally altered rela-
tionship will result in much
more powerful storms. A
cooler North Atlantic will
collide with all kinds of ex-
panding heat from various
regions. A backed-up Gulf
Stream will warm up — it
already has. Such conditions
amp up the atmospheric
storm potential by produc-
ing an abundance of what
storms feed on — very ex-
treme differences in temper-
atures, related strong winds
and atmospheric vortexes,
strong south to north and
north to south air flows that
link the tropics to the pole,
and an ever-growing abun-
dance of moisture bleeding
off the record warm waters
that come into increasing
collision with the expanding
pool of cold to the north.
Hansen, in his paper found
evidence that such condi-
tions may well have existed
during the last warm period
between ice ages around
115,000 years ago. Back then,
a huge flush of icebergs run-
ning out from a melting
Greenland during the peak
period of warmth appears
to have produced terrible
storms in the North Atlan-
tic. Storms powerful enough
to pluck 2,000 ton boulders
up out of the sea bed and
hurl them 100 feet above sea
level before depositing them
onto the hills of places like
Bermuda and the Bahama
islands.
But what we see now is
nothing compared to what
we will see if Hansen’s re-
search is anywhere near
the mark and if human fos-
sil fuel burning continues
unabated. What we risk is
setting off a severe chain of
events that includes rapid
sea level rise and powerful,
powerful storms.
Unfortunately, this freezing
event in the USA is not a sign
the planet isn’t warming, but
rather the opposite.
What is your opinion?
For next Moorabool En-
vironment Group (MEG)
meeting: www.moorabool-
meg.org.au

WHAT’S ON
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ADULT EDUCATION
Ballan & District Community House
Courses and classes. Rear Mechanics Hall, Ballan.
All enquiries, bookings, classes & venue hire - call 5368 1934.
Darley Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre
33-35 Jonathan Drive Darley. Short courses and classes. BM &
District Photography Club - Meetings 2nd & 4th Wednesday
of month, 7.30pm. Enquiries welcome. Phone 5367 4390.
The Laurels – Bacchus Marsh Community College
229 Main Road, Bacchus Marsh. Courses and classes.
Enquiries & enrolments - 5367 1061.
MEETINGS
Ballan District Vintage Machinery & Vehicle Club
Meetings - second Monday each month, 8pm. Tom Mullane
Pavilion Ballan Racecourse Reserve. Enquiries – Brian 5368
2255 or Ray 5368 1177.
The Pottery Group
Tuesday and Fridays 1pm-3pm, at the Public Park Hall (next
to Tennis Courts) Stanley St, Gordon. All welcome. Enquiries
to Maureen 0447173031.
St Andrew’s Playgroup Bacchus Marsh
(Behind St Andrew’s Church) Cnr Gisborne Rd & Lerderderg
St Bacchus Marsh. Monday-Friday 9am, 11am, 1pm & 3pm.
Enquiries – Cindy 0433 651 066.
Moorabool Mission Recovery Group
Struggling with addiction; Pain from the past; family
member out of control? Meeting weekly - Wednesday,
12.30pm – Jean Oomes Room, Lerderderg Library, Bacchus
Marsh. Enq- Pastor Merv Patton – 0412 290 036
Ballan Playgroup
Every Tuesday of school Term. St Johns Anglican Church
Hall - 9:30-11:30am. Enquiries - 0409 681 138 Anna or 0421
905 558 Tamsin.  Sunday Services 10am with kids program. 222 Main St,
Bacchus Marsh & District Garden Club
Meeting 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm at The Laurels,
229 Main St Bacchus Marsh. Guest Speakers. Supper after
each meeting. All Welcome. Enquiries - Wendy 5367 4170.
Ballan Anglers Inc
Meeting second Wednesday every month. Hudsons Hotel,
7.30pm. More anglers and families needed and welcome –
0400 003 936.
Rose-Carers of Maddingley Park
Working Bees every 3rd Wednesday & Sunday of each
month. All welcome. Enquiries - 0418 171 119.
Bacchus Marsh Family Drug Support Group
For Family Members who have a loved one affected by
drugs. Enquiries - 1300 660 068.
Lal Lal Moorabool Photographic Group Inc
Meeting 3rd Wednesday each month, 7pm. Soldiers Memorial
Hall, Lal Lal. Enquiries 5341 7535.
Alanon Support Group - for families of alcoholics. Golden Harvest Christian Fellowship
Meets at 10.30am on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month Non denominational - Prayer every Sunday 10am, Men’s
at the Uniting Church Hall, Gisborne Road, Bacchus Marsh. KYB Monday evenings 6pm. Ladies KYB Wednesday 1pm.
Enq - 0421 222 717. Further details – 0429 681 566.
Footscray Poultry Club (at Bacchus Marsh)
Bacchus Marsh Life Church
Meetings held 2nd Sunday of month, 2pm. Poultry Pavilion.
Meeting 10am every Sunday at the BM College Drama
Racecourse Rec. Reserve, Balliang-Bacchus Marsh Rd,
Room, in Grant Street. Enquiries Pastor Merv - 0412 290 036.
Bacchus Marsh. All welcome – Kerry 9741 9705.
St Bernard’s Bacchus Marsh Catholic Church
MARKETS Mass Times – Saturday- 5pm; Sunday – 8.30am & 10am.
Ballan Lions Club Market
Next market – Saturday 3 February 2018
First Saturday each month - Inglis St, Ballan – 9am-1pm.
Enquiries – 0402 390 080 (Wayne).
Darley Market
Saturday 20 January, 8am - 1pm. 1st & 3rd Saturday each
month at Darley Park Football Reserve. Enquiries – 0488 345
145 (Alan).
Ballan Farmers Market
Next Market – Saturday 10 February, 9am-1pm.
2nd Saturday each month, Mill Cottage car park.
Enq – 0498 361 291 or 0490 114 130.
CHURCH
Catholic Parish of Gordon
Service Times - Saturday 20 January – Dunnstown, 6.30 pm 
Sunday 21 January – Gordon, 8.45am; Ballan, 10.30am.
THE FLOUR POT CAFÉ
presents
Ballan Uniting Church (St. Paul’s)
Services – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays 11.15am. 4th Sunday 9.30am Positive Thinking in The Workplace
Reflective Worship.
B3 Community – Focused, family friendly church with and
a difference. Services every 2nd & 4th Sundays at Avenue How to Achieve the Most Out of Your Team
Bowling Club, Main St, Bacchus Marsh.
Bacchus Marsh Christian Church How to get POSITIVE, stay POSITIVE
and maintain a strong mental attitude
Bacchus Marsh. Enquiries 9028 2622. Valuable tools to assist you at work, home and within
Bacchus Marsh Uniting Church Parish every aspect of your day-to-day life
Services - St Andrew’s 9.30am every Sunday. Pentland Hills Our informative speaker Bronwyn, will present a seminar
2pm 1st Sunday of month. Enquiries - 5367 2543 (office). that teaches you how to encourage positivity and strength of
Holy Trinity Anglican Church - Bacchus Marsh mind into your thinking that will create greater opportunities
Service Times - Bacchus Marsh - Sunday 8.30am & 10am; for yourself, achieve maximum output and help cope with
Balliang - 2nd Sunday 10.30am, 4th Sunday 9am. Myrniong difficult or challenging situation
– 1st & 3rd Sunday 11am. Enquiries – 5367 5362. 
The seminar will include a light, two-course meal with
Church of the Living God
coffee or cold drink.
Christian youth ministry and bible teaching. 2nd Sunday
of every month, 5pm. Open to all ages. At 14 Darcy St Where: Flour Pot Café – 185a Main Street, Bacchus Marsh
Maddingley. Enq – 0408 260 727. When: Thursday January 25, 2018-01-12
Bacchus Marsh Baptist Church Time: 7pm – 9:30pm (approx.)
Sundays, 10:30am, Worship Service and Children’s Program. Cost: $50 pp (paid prior to event)
Phone 5367 6550 for more details.
Our Lady Help of Christians Korobeit To book, contact: 0408 533 814
Mass every Saturday 6.30pm.
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2 - 4 - 1 Dining
16 January, 2018

COURTHOUSE HOTEL
BACCHUS MARSH

BISTRO | SPORTS BAR | TAB | FUNCTIONS

FOR EVERYONE!
in Style
PURCHASE ONE MAIN MEAL & RECEIVE A SECOND MAIN MEAL FREE.
CONDITIONS APPLY. SELECTED ITEMS ONLY.

TUESDAYNIGHT
Advertising Feature

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EVERY
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Million-
dollar
Wow, Pool Parties All Year Round! blitz
143 Underbank Boulevard, Last year was an exception-
al year for the state’s prop-
Bacchus Marsh erty market, categorised by
Located in the Underbank Estate just 5 minutes from the strong price growth and
Main Street shopping precinct is this beautifully designed homes selling faster than
family home offers you the opportunity to secure a truly they have in seven years.
unique property.
Featuring 4 bedrooms, the master with walk in robe and It also saw a number of sig-
ensuite. The remaining 3 bedrooms have BIRs and share nificant multi-million-dollar
a central bathroom. Downstairs presents elite comfortable sales in regional Victoria,
living from the designer kitchen to the temperature including three above the $4
controlled pool & spa. With cascading views of Underbank million barrier.
Stud & Pentland Hills, this stunning residence is well worth The top regional sale of 2017
your inspection. was recorded in February in
GIL KING
Price: $680,000-$720,000 Queenscliff where a heritage CEO, REIV
listed mansion sold for $5.3
million. The palatial 10-bed- in Newtown fetching $2.85
room home, six-bathroom million in May. Located near
home was sold with ap- Geelong’s leading private
proved restoration plans. schools, the home features
This was closely followed views of Corio bay, a spa-
by a 21-acre country estate in cious backyard, in-ground
Mount Macedon, which sold pool and pool house.
for $5.25 million in May. The A four-bedroom house in
property includes a main the suburb complete with
residence, lodge, manager’s pool and pool house also
residence, pool and tennis surpassed the $2 million
court. price point in 2017, selling
Another Mount Macedon for $2,080,000 in January.
property on 14 acres sold Meanwhile, a waterfront
www.arbeerealestate.com.au for $4 million in February. three-bedroom home with
Featuring five-bedrooms
private jetty in Metung sold
140 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh 5367 2333 and seven bathrooms, the
under the hammer for $2.8
Arbee Real Estate home also offers a self-con-
million in April while a cliff
tained guest house, pool and
top home in Marengo sold
helipad.
for $2.5 million in November.
Mount Macedon was also
Other areas recording sales
home to two other top resi-
dential sales in 2017 with above $2 million include
a semi-rural property sell- Lancefield, Daylesford, Rip-
FOR SALE – $160,000 FOR SALE – $160,000
ing for $2.64 million in May pleside, Highton, Porcupine
425.6m2 approx - Lot 8A Steiglitz Street Ballan 445.4 m2 approx - Lot 8B Steiglitz Street Ballan
while a newly renovated Ridge, Anglesea, Lorne,
homestead sold for $2.1 mil- Lake Wendouree and Point
lion in March. Lonsdale.
The Geelong suburb of For more information on
Newtown was another top market performance by
performer last year with a town or region, visit reiv.
five-bedroom family home com.au/market-insights.

With limited amount of vacant residential land available in
Ballan, here is the opportunity to purchase a great block
within walking distance to the C.B.D. and all the amenities it
has to offer, including Train Station, Supermarket, Hospital,
Medical Centre, Banks, and Schools.
For all inquiries please contact:
Leading Edge Real Estate - 123 Inglis Street Ballan
Office Phone: 5368 2771
Email: leadingedgerealestate@hotmail.com
With limited amount of vacant residential land available in
Ballan, here is the opportunity to purchase a great block
within walking distance to the C.B.D. and all the amenities it
has to offer, including Train Station, Supermarket, Hospital,
Medical Centre, Banks, and Schools.
For all inquiries please contact:
Leading Edge Real Estate - 123 Inglis Street Ballan
Office Phone: 5368 2771
Email: leadingedgerealestate@hotmail.com
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Arbee Real Estate

FOR SALE 143 Underbank Boulevard, Bacchus Marsh FOR SALE 28 Davies Street, Bacchus Marsh
4 2 1 4 1 1

Wow, Pool Parties All Year Round! Spacious Family Home

Located in the Underbank Estate just 5 minutes from the Main Street.
Featuring 4 bedrooms, the master with WIR and ENS. The remaining 3
bedrooms have BIRs and share a central bathroom. Designer kitchen,
temperature controlled pool & spa. Cascading views of Underbank Stud
& Pentland Hills, this stunning residence is well worth your inspection.
Perfect for a family or investor. Great location close to schools,
shopping centre, football oval & highway access. 4 spacious bedrooms,
all with generous BIRs, large family bathroom, separate toilet & great
sized laundry. Gas heater & wall air con. Single carport & additional
shed at the rear of the property, approximately 653m2 in size.

INSPECT Saturday 20th January at 11.00-11.30am INSPECT By appointment

FOR SALE $680,000-$720,000 FOR SALE $399,000
CONTACT Peter Leonard 0429 671 990 CONTACT Denise 0456 044 024
WEB arbeerealestate.com.au WEB arbeerealestate.com.au

FOR SALE 3/12 George Street, Bacchus Marsh FOR SALE 18/96 Gisborne Road, Bacchus Marsh
2 1 1 1 1 1

Centrally Located 2 Bedroom Unit Invest and retire in me !

This well presented unit is in a prime location just a short stroll to the This is an affordable modern one bedroom unit with a spacious lounge
Main Street shopping precinct. Featuring 2 bedrooms with built in with split-system AC, a good size bedroom, kitchenette, and an
robes, comfortable lounge, kitchen, combined bathroom and laundry updated bathroom with washing machine connection. Private
and a private courtyard. courtyard and allocated parking space. Great option for those looking
for retirement living in a senior’s community.
INSPECT By appointment INSPECT By appointment
FOR SALE $238,000 FOR SALE $159,000
CONTACT Pete Leonard 0429 671 990 CONTACT Daryl Gould 0409 233 157
WEB arbeerealestate.com.au WEB arbeerealestate.com.au

FOR SALE 51 Horder Crescent, Bacchus Marsh FOR SALE 14 Victoria Street, Bacchus Marsh
6 3 2 4 2 4

Family Home with the Lot Luxury Living & Car Lovers Dream
1100sqm corner allotment, main house has 4 bedrooms, master with Ens Stunning 56 square, 8 year old, quality Shane Cook Home. Massive 1702,
& WIR, BIRs to remaining bedrooms. 3 separate living areas, ducted secure under house 4 car garage with office & storage. Master bedroom
heating & evap cooling. Large undercover alfresco area & beautiful rear with Ens, spa & parents retreat. 3 additional double bedrooms all with BIRs,
garden. 2.5 car garage & 2 garden sheds. To the rear of the property is a 2 bathrooms, 3 toilets, 3 living areas. Hardwood floors, quality carpets &
spacious 2 bedroom unit with open plan kitchen, meals, living area. fixtures & fittings. Professionally Landscaped 1019sqm block (approx.)
INSPECT By appointment INSPECT By appointment
FOR SALE $590,000-$620,000 FOR SALE $849,000
CONTACT Steve Creese 0475 888 101 Denise Sniegowski 0456 044 024 CONTACT Steve Creese 0475 888 101
WEB arbeerealestate.com.au WEB arbeerealestate.com.au

Call today or email sales@arbeerealestate.com.au

Call today or email sales@arbeerealestate.com.au

Call today or email sales@arbeerealestate.com.au

Ian McDonald Steve Creese Daryl Gould Peter Leonard Denise Sniegowski
5367 2333 0475 888 101 0409 233 157 0429 671 990 0456 044 024

www.arbeerealestate.com.au
140 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh 5367 2333
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Rayner We put you first

4 SONNY CLOSE, MADDINGLEY 6 SETON WAY, DARLEY
NEW LISTING NEW LISTING

SONNY SIDE UP 4 2 2 CORNER PORTFOLIO OPPORTUNITY 4 2 2

• Family home in Hillside estate, close to train, school & Halletts Way extension. • Contemporary & light fi lled home in a favourable position
• 4 bedrooms, 3 living areas & u-shaped kitchen suitable for the largest families. Private Sale: $430,000-$460,000 • Open plan kitchen-meals area is fully tiled & has SS appliances incl dishwasher Private Sale: $430,000-$450,000
• Master comprises of WIR & ensuite. Further 3 bedrooms consist of BIR’s, with Inspect: Saturday 20th January • Lounge area has plenty of natural light that leads to the gravelled courtyard Inspect: Saturday 20th January
an open playroom/study in front of the two back bedrooms. • Low maintenance landscaped front garden & gravelled rear yard
9.00am-9.30am 10.00am -10.30am
• Features include ducted heating & split system, SS appliances, roller blinds & • 4 spacious bedrooms, three having mirrored BIRs
double sliding doors to the entertaining area. Contact: Marcus Rayner 0418 556 699 • Master bedroom featuring ensuite and walk in robes Contact: Marcus Rayner 0418 556 699
• DLUG with single rear door access, landscaped front & rear yard. Email: marcus@raynerrealestate.com.au • Double lock up garage and ducted heating & ducted evap cooling Email: marcus@raynerrealestate.com.au
• Land size 646m2. • Currently leased until April 2018 under NRAS scheme. Land size 390m2.

14 MUSGRAVE STREET, BALLAN 29 WILLUNGA AVENUE, GORDON

NEW LISTING NEW LISTING

A RARE FIND ON ½ AN ACRE (Approx.) 4 2 4 CHARACTER FILLED - A COUNTRY MANOR 3 2 4

• Big wide verandas, corner block on half an acre (approx.). Walk across the • Take a look at this, hot spot property, location Gordon. Just off the Western
road to golf course. Private Sale: $480,000 Freeway and 10 minutes to Ballan Railway for commuters. Private Sale: $650,000
• A proud looking residence with 4 spacious bedrooms, en-suite to master, study Inspect: Saturday 20th January • Your imagination, dreams & visions of something different have become reality. Inspect: By appointment
or hobby room (outdoor access). • Approximately 3½ acres of gardened land with stream to the rear.
1.00pm- 2.00pm Contact: Mark Dudley 0409 954 396
• Huge lounge / family room with wood heating, gas and central heating, feature • Mud brick character, 2 storey and garage with loft
brick fi replace, spacious kitchen / meals area. Contact: Mark Dudley 0409 954 396 • 3 bdrms, 2 with landings, 2 bathrooms, open living/meals/kitchen and sunroom. Email: mark@raynerrealestate.com.au
• Garage / workshop and separate storage shed, set amongst quality homes in a Email: mark@raynerrealestate.com.au • A feature is the magnifi cent tropical fernery area with paths and water feature.
most sought after location. Real room to move. • Grow your own produce, live healthy.

45 CLIFTON DV, BACCHUS MARSH 5 PAR COURT, DARLEY 2/1 MCCRAE ST, BACCHUS MARSH 11 STANDFIELD ST, BACCHUS MARSH
NEW LISTING OPEN FOR INSPECTION OPEN FOR INSPECTION

FANTASTIC STARTER WITH POTENTIAL STUNNING VIEWS TO STATE FOREST COMFORT & CONVENIENCE CENTRAL AND SO SO SPECIAL
• Perfect for a fi rst home buyer, investor or to downsize. • 4 large bedroom home with study & two large living areas • Walking distance to train, schools, Maddingley Park. • Lovingly restored and renovated 3 bedroom cottage.
• Both bedrooms have BIRs, large master leads to light • Huge master bedroom with walk through robe & full Ens • Brick veneer, colorbond roof, decked steps, driveway. • Kitchen masterpiece, huge WIP, loads of bench space.
fi lled SPA room. Separate bathroom & separate toilet. • Corner block, shed in Par Crt & house in Augusta Place • Stunning polished hardwood fl ooring to the open plan • All bedrooms are unique and all have BIRs.
• Cathedral ceilings, ducted gas heating & wall AC. • Ducted refrigerated cooling, ducted heating & ceiling fans kitchen, meals and lounge area. • Cornice, picture rails, high ceilings, leadlights, down
• The kitchen / dining area opens onto the patio outside. • Large Colorbond shed approx. 14x7m with Mezzanine • Two way bathroom, bedrooms all have BIRs. lights, ducted heating, split system, wood fi re, WC
• Sizable 692m2, with scope to improve and value add. • Two yards one with paved area, huge sail shade, aviary/ • Evaporative cooling and ducted heating, SLUG. powder room, solid timber vanity & laundry bench.
• Returning $15,000 per annum(approx.) lease expires cat run, fi sh pond & decking, bigger yard with above • Currently tenanted on a lease until Jan 2018 returning • D/Gate side access to several serene entertainment
March 2018. ground pool, decking & alfresco area. Land size 1267m2 $1326PCM and body corporate fees of approx. $400PA. areas, private back yard, cubby house with sand pit and a
• DLUG with internal access and two garden sheds • Land size approx. 169m2. new 9mx6m bloke’s domain with everything.
Private Sale: $359,000-$379,000 Private Sale: $650,000-$670,000 Private Sale: $350,000-$370,000 Private Sale: $560,000-$580,000
Inspect: By appointment Inspect: Saturday 20th January 11.00am – 11.30am Inspect: Saturday 20th January 10.00am–10.30am Inspect: By appointment
Contact: Melonie Winch 0408 675 011 Contact: Marcus Rayner 0418 556 699 Contact: Marcus Rayner 0418 556 699 Contact: Mark Davis 0458 224 405
Email: melonie@raynerrealestate.com.au Email: marcus@raynerrealestate.com.au Email: marcus@raynerrealestate.com.au Email: mark.davis@raynerrealestate.com.au

Marcus Julie Mark Melonie Graeme Harriet Adam Mark Rod Brendan
Rayner Higgins Davis Winch Rayner Bevan Tucci Dudley Grant Rayner
0418 556 699 0422 412 964 0458 224 405 0408 675 011 0417 559 945 0439 429 435 0411 077 128 0409 954 396 0416 231 782 0439 354 059

175 Main Street

Bacchus Marsh raynerrealestate.com.au 5366 3600
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Maddingley 73 O’Leary Way 4 2 2 Maddingley 66 Stonehill Drive 6 5 2

Stunning Family Home in Stonehill Estate
Sure to win hearts with its flowing
floorplan and considered appointments
delivering maximum comfort & style.
Sitting between the formal lounge and
open plan family living and dining, the
ultra spacious kitchen is a testament
to modern design with butler’s pantry,
quality S/S appliances and Caesarstone
bench tops.
To discover more call today!
Private Sale
Price $490,000 - $515,000
Inspect Saturday 10.15-10.45am
Office 2/137 Main Street,
Bacchus Marsh 5367 8128
Contact Len Smith 0418 343 754
len@lensmith.com.au
Kelvin Gaffiero 0481 991 828
kelvin@lensmith.com.au
The Complete Family Package Private Sale
Positioned amongst award winning
Price $670,000
homes on the Stonehill Estate,
this fabulous family home delivers Inspect Saturday 11.00-11.30am
an exemplary lifestyle appeal. Six
Office 2/137 Main Street,
bedrooms (master with deluxe ensuite
Bacchus Marsh 5367 8128
& WIRs) 5 bathrooms, Spacious kitchen
with quality European appliances, Contact Len Smith 0418 343 754
multiple living areas, alfresco & upstairs len@lensmith.com.au
balcony entertaining areas. Set on Kelvin Gaffiero 0481 991 828
704 sqm land, double garage, side kelvin@lensmith.com.au
access to rear yard. Inspection highly
recommended.

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Myrniong 12 Jacinta Way 3 2 2 Mt Egerton 3 Trounces Lane

Country Lifestyle at it’s Best 4021m2 Private Sale
Are you looking for a lifestyle change?
Are you looking to escape to the Price $740,000
country? Then this home could be Inspect Saturday 12.30-1.00pm
for you. This property offers a unique
lifestyle opportunity that is hard to get Office 2/137 Main Street,
anywhere else. Sitting on approx an Bacchus Marsh 5367 8128
acre of land in a rural country setting
and part of the gated community Contact Len Smith 0418 343 754
of Pykes View Estate, which is len@lensmith.com.au
comprised of approximately 65 acres of Kelvin Gaffiero 0481 991 828
maintained parkland and bushland. kelvin@lensmith.com.au
Forested Hideaway Private Sale
3.75 acres of forested freehold land
situated in the beautiful old gold Price $160,000
mining town of Mt Egerton. Very Inspect By appointment
private with some amazing old growth
native trees, elevated with good Office 2/137 Main Street,
aspect, power & phone at front of Bacchus Marsh 5367 8128
property, good access via all weather
Road. Located 15 mins to Ballan train Contact Len Smith 0418 343 754
station, 25 Mins to Ballarat shops, len@lensmith.com.au
schools & universities. Come & explore Kelvin Gaffiero 0481 991 828
this fabulous piece of paradise today! kelvin@lensmith.com.au
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• Qualified and experienced mechanics
• Log book servicing
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• Brake replacement including inhouse machining
• Oils, filters, coolants available for purchase
• VACC accredited
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Ph 5368 1968
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Engineering
• Automatic Gates and Doors.
• Security Bars and Grills • CCTV
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• Split systems
• New Installations
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M: 0433 348 403
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Our little Mocca will be sadly missed and forever loved
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SHUGG, Heather CROWN and all your horses,
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CATERING Enjoy a cold one or two ,
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Much loved and “Food fit for a King” we will never forget our little legend Leeks, Beetroot, Marrow, Tomato, Egg Plant,
loving Aunty of Susan, Corporate functions, we called “Mocca” Carrots, Parsnip, Squash, Zucchini, Cucumber,
Vicki, Christine, Weddings, Birthdays, Koharbi, Lettuce, Capsicum, Honey & Preserves
Heather, John, Michael, Dinner Parties, Funerals, THANK YOU OUR VEGETABLES ARE ONLY SOLD
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DEATH NOTICE families. WOOL BUYER
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Passed away on Jan 9, 2018 on her 92nd Birthday. caring is equal to no one.
eral  Notice   loved wife of Bob, loving Mother, Nan of Kate
Much We thank you all for granting Mocca’s wishes.
and David. Great Grandmother of Jalen, Lily and Cruz Mocca passed away peacefully at home.
Dion  Wernicke   - With thanks, Susan and family
A Friend to All
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Lost and Found

Female Rottweiler Black and Tan – ‘Blue’ Female Domestic Short Hair Blue
Found in Darley Torti and White approximately 2 years–
Available for Adoption

Ballan Golf Club

Results - Week ending Saturday 13 January
Wednesday Stableford
Winner Barry Sims (14) 37 points
on c/b from John Fitzgerald (25) & Hugh Miller (15).
Magpie - 14th Michael Di Fiore.
NTPs - 12th Les Martin, 15th John Costello.
Saturday Stroke - Monthly Medal.
A Grade - Winner  Chris Tudor 75-13-62,
R/up Frank Raffaele 73-10-63.
B Grade - Winner David Mayne 82-21-61, R/up Barry Sims 76-14-62.
C Grade - Winner of Medal John Muhlhan 85-27-58, ‘Charli’ Female Domestic Short Hair Cham- ‘Daisy’ Female Domestic Shirt Hair
R/up Andrew Germon 82-26-59. pagne 6 years – Available for Adoption Black and White approximately 2 years –
Available for Adoption
NTPs: 2nd Barry Sims, 12th Don Wickson, 15th Bob Arklay.
Magpies - 4th Anthony Moore (Eagle), 14th Paul Rogers. Lost or Found a dog or cat? Keep up to date with impounded animals on
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LEO—July 23-August 22
Your social activity centres on small group functions, with

Stars & Puzzles

the chance to get to know friends of friends. You begin
to question your psychic powers when some recent pre-
dictions don’t come true.
VIRGO—August 23-September 22
The pressure’s on to improve your performance, which
may mean additional hours, additional headaches and by
the end of the week, additional prestige. A long distance
communique offers an optimistic note.
QUICK PUZZLE
★★★★★★★★
LIBRA—September 23-October 22
Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this
week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong
time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is
highly encouraging.
★★★★★★★★
SCORPIO—October 23-November 21
Your profile is low at the start of the week, then you are
ARIES—March 21-April 20 in demand. Receiving or being nominated for an award
This week tests your ingenuity. You are asked to handle may be suggested. Information should be updated before
a string of neighbourhood problems and family negotia- you submit a report.
tions. There is also a romantic side to the week, beginnng
on Friday. SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22
TAURUS—April 21-May 22 The focus is on budget cutbacks this week. Legal prob-
The emphasis is on putting the finishing touches to ex- lems can be handled to your advantage. Check with fam-
isting programmes, not starting grandiose schemes. A ily before making long term travel commitments.
partnership arrangement may need some redefining of
responsibilities. Don’t delay.
CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20
The weekend may find you combining business with
GEMINI—May 23-June 21 pleasure.Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the
The opinions you hear may be less than completely hon- latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that
est. Friday and Saturday offers opportunities for earning you don’t force anything along.
spare cash. Time shared with an ailing friend is impor-
tant. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19
CANCER—June 22-July 22 A strained relationship improves after a much needed
NO. 9028 Thursday and Friday accents thrift and budgeting. The break. A higherup cuts right through a bureaucratic en-
weekend includes a chance for renewing friendships. tanglement. A family member cheers up and your
ACROSS DOWN presence has much to do with this.
1. Supreme command- 1. Prattle (6) Don’t pass it up. A hint of a bonus or promotion may
er (13) 2. Water nymph (5) come your way. PISCES—February 20-March 20
8. Yet (5) 3. Free (7) LEO—July 23-August 22 There is some truth to the rumours that circulate Thurs-
9. Vegetable (7) 4. Run (4) day and Friday, but keep mum. A friend is demanding of
10. Nationality (6) 5. Twist (5) Your social activity centres on small group functions, with
11. Wrap (6) 6. Lit (7) the chance to get to know friends of friends. You begin your emotions - you may decide to draw a limit. Finances
12. Musical group (5) 7. Bird (6) to question your psychic powers when some recent pre- may receive a boost by the weekend.
14. Away (5) 13. Frankness (7) dictions don’t come true.
18. Fame (6) 15. Furtiveness (7) BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK
VIRGO—August 23-September 22 You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about
20. Blush (6) 16. Reviewer (6)
23. Notion (7) 17. Song (6) The pressure’s on to improve your performance, which helping others - especially if they follow your suggest-
24. Meal (5) 19. Pay (5) may mean additional hours, additional headaches and by ions. Your romantic streak is prominent later this year.
25. Flower (13) 21. Material (5) the end of the week, additional prestige. A long distance One reminder - in important relationships, give more
22. Gun (4) communique offers an optimistic note. praise than advice.

CRYPTIC PUZZLE LIBRA—September 23-October 22

ACROSS Your timing has been better. On one occasion at least this
1.What bird’s-nest soup should be served in? (8,5). 8. week, expect to show up at the wrong place at the wrong

SUDOKU
The correct procedure is to make a hole (5). 9. Reading time. News from faraway or about foreign friends is
about a certain drink that’s made a comeback (7). 10. highly encouraging.
Saw we struggle with, to get hold of (6). 11. River the SCORPIO—October 23-November 21
sun never sets on (6). 12. Rick and Oliver (5). 14. Pic-
ture as a chute (5). 18. Verbal excuses, if you don’t mind!
(6). 20. Kills the animal: an offence (4,2). 23. If, between NUMBER GAME
Your profile is low at the start of the week, then you are
in demand. Receiving or being nominated for an award
the gold and diamonds, there is a space (7). 24. Make may be suggested. Information should be updated before
the ball go to the right? It’s a piece of cake! (5). 25. A you submit a report. BELOW
ANSWER
small business is no trouble at all (6,7).
SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22
DOWN
1. Stop. I have to have something to eat (6). 2. Outward The focus is on budget cutbacks this week. Legal prob-
appearance of the fellows you speak of (5). 3. They stop lems can be handled to your advantage. Check with fam-
to get some things from the stable (7). 4. See the purple ily before making long term travel commitments.
ends do run (4). 5. Cut right through the grotto (5). 6. As CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20
an alternative, I sent out a notice (7). 7. Excellent fish
for the sick (6). 13. Pests to yourself and myself: afflic- The weekend may find you combining business with
tions (7). 15. Sees as, when one’s a non-participant (5,2). pleasure.Don’t sacrifice the former for the sake of the
16. Put to work, clash with (6). 17. I need to amend the latter. Negotiations may be touch and go. It’s crucial that
figure, certainly (6). 19. Keeping quiet for the photograph you don’t force anything along.
(5). 21. Be hanged if I’ll play golf! (5). 22. The signal is a AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19
smile (4).
A strained relationship improves after a much needed
break. A higherup cuts right through a bureaucratic en-
SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9027 tanglement. A family member cheers up and your
Swing. 22, Beam.
presence has much to do with this.
15, Looks on . 16, Op-pose. 17, Indee-D. 19, Still. 21,
p(urpl)e. 5, Ca-R-ve. 6, I-nste-ad. 7, AI-ling. 13, We-evils.
QUICK SOLUTIONS
Down - 1, End-I’ve. 2, Guise (guys). 3, Halters. 4, Lo- PISCES—February 20-March 20
Across - 1, Archives. 6, Some. 8, Lass. 9, Lipstick. 10,
managed. There is some truth to the rumours that circulate Thurs-
Cheap. 11, Random. 13, Sodden. 15, Oyster. 17, Sup-
(pleas). 20, Doe-s in. 23, Or-if-ice. 24, Slice. 25, Easily day and Friday, but keep mum. A friend is demanding of
ple. 19, First. 22, District. 23, Trot. 24, Stir. 25, Rumi-
10, Vie-we-d. 11, S-evern. 12, Twist. 14, Slide. 18, Please your emotions - you may decide to draw a limit. Finances
nate.
Across - 1, Eggshell china. 8, Drill. 9, P-erus-al (rev.). may receive a boost by the weekend.
Down - 2, Reach. 3, Husband. 4, Vole. 5, Superior. 6,
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS
Satin. 7, Microbe. 12, Inferior. 14, Oculist. 16, Stilton. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK
18, Peter. 20, Short. 21, Stem.
16, Critic. 17, Anthem. 19, Wages. 21, Denim. 22, Sten.
You are practical, realistic, finicky and generous about
helping others - especially if they follow your suggest-
Screw. 6, Ignited. 7, Osprey. 13, Candour. 15, Stealth.
CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS
Down - 1, Gossip. 2, Naiad. 3, Release. 4, Lope. 5,
ions. Your romantic streak is prominent later this year.
Across - 1,Calls for. 6, mace (anag.). 8, V-era. 9,
Redden. 23, Thought. 24, Lunch. 25, Chrysanthemum.
One reminder - in important relationships, give more
Sett-L-ers. 10, Bathe (anag.). 11, Resume. 13, E-merge.
dian. 11, Swathe. 12, Octet. 14, Aside. 18, Renown. 20,
praise than advice.
15, Enfold (anag.). 17, Orda-in. 19, A-do-re. 22, Throt-
Across - 1, Generalissimo. 8, Still. 9, Parsnip. 10, In-
tle. 23, Lo-F-t. 24, Flat. 25, De-form-ed.
QUICK SOLUTIONS
Down - 2, Are-N-a. 3, Leat-her. 4, Fast. 5, Re-turned. 6,
Miles. 7, Car-a-mel. 12, Re-unit-ed. 14, Marsha-L. 16,
SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD NO. 9028
Fiddler. 18, About. 20, Rifle. 21, Beef.
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Little Athletics returns

The first Bacchus Marsh Centre meet for 2018 was held on
Saturday at Masons Lane Reserve. The overnight rain had
cleared, and although a little windy, another successful meet
was held with two new Centre records set. Nelson Banigo
(Eagles) ran a well controlled 400 metres, finishing strongly
and setting a new Under 9 record of 1:10.15 minutes, taking
over three seconds off the previous record. Keely Rich
(Dolphins) broke the Girls Under 16 Javelin record with a
throw of 24.08 metres. Temi Olaitan was this week’s PB Star
of the Week recording 4 PBs for the meet.
This Saturday BMLAC athletes will be participating in an
Inter Centre Round at Werribee. Athletes from Brimbank,
Corio, Melton City and Werribee will all compete against
each other in a fun and friendly environment. The meet
will be held at the Victoria University Wyndham Sporting
Complex, Hoppers Lane, Werribee commencing at 4pm.
Athletes are reminded to register via the ResultsHQ family
portal by Friday 12 noon.

Elaine resident Molly Dunne (front row fourth from right) has graduated from Tennis Victoria’s future leaders program.
Molly was required to conduct 40-hours of work at Elaine Tennis Club, where she is both a player and committee
member. A graduation was held on Thursday January 11 at the Kooyong Tennis Club. Congratulations Molly.

Darley Cricket Club

By Shaun Kelly

Seniors
Rain has postponed the start of the post-Christmas portion
of the Ballarat Cricket Association 2017/18 season for three
of Darley’s four senior sides, with only the Third XI playing
Avenue Bowling Club a full day’s cricket last Saturday on the scheduled re-
commencement day of the season.
Mid - Week Pennant
Darley’s First XI took to the field in their crucial two-day
Results - Round 12 match against Mount Clear, but play only lasted for 16 overs
Division 1 before rain set in, and with all Ballarat-based matches not
Avenue 12 def BMS 0 even getting that deep into play, the decision was made to
play next week’s second day as a one-day fixture across the
Division 2 board to give all clubs a chance of a result.
Temi Olaitan records 4PBs. Clunes 14 def Avenue 2 It was only the Lions Third XI that got a day’s play in at the
Division 5 Hub, playing Golden Point in a one-day fixture. After losing
Avenue 16 def Clunes 0 the toss, Darley held the Pointies to 8/194 off their 35 overs in
a rain-reduced game, with Andrew Bird’s figures of 3/30 off
Weekend Pennant his nine overs and youngster Ben Taylor taking two wickets
Results - Round 11 in his three overs proving the Lions’ best performers with
Division 2 the ball.
Washed out Despite a strong start to the innings by Bryce Galea (27) and
Andrew Kannar (25), the Lions fell away through the middle
Division 3
order and were dismissed for 110 in just 28 overs, with Lane
Clunes 16 def Avenue 2 Havelberg (14) the only other batsman to record a double
Division 5 figure score on the day.
Washed out One day fixtures for Darley’s Second XI against North
Division 7 Ballarat and Fourth XI against Coronet City were both
washed out, with the Second XI set to re-commence
Avenue 16 def Daylesford 2
their season in a one-day game against Golden Point at St
Best Rink Patrick’s College next week, and the Fourth XI taking on VRI
Sue Butterworth, Peter Wessner, Ian Jones and Ken Graham. Delacombe at the Darley Hub.

Tabcorp Park Friday 12 January

Nelson Banigo breaking the 400m record.

Friday 12 January, Tabcorp Park Melton Race 1, DNR Logistics Pace (M0). Winner: Scotty Titian (13). Trainer: Laura
A record throw from Keely Rich. Crossland. Driver: Laura Crossland. Photo: Stuart McCormick HRV.
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MOTORING MOORABOOL
Where can a child ride a dirt bike, that is safe & legal?
By Johnny Orchard

For as long as I’ve been riding dirtbikes (44 years) it’s been difficult to
find safe and legal areas to ride. Also, somewhere where I wouldn’t annoy
anyone with the noise of the bike; that means at least two kilometres is
needed; one of my past motorcycle clubs had their track closed down
because a resident over a mile away (yes that long ago) could hear the
bikes. Many municipal councils even prohibit people from riding on their
own property these days!
Safety is a major concern; especially for children, bruises and broken
bones can be part of riding dirtbikes, so correct training and organized
riding areas are of major importance. So what is the answer? I discovered
recently that there is a family orientated dirtbike riding track in Meredith,
run by the non-profit Meredith and District Motorcycle Club (MADMCC),
which is controlled by a Committee of volunteer adult riders and parents
of junior riders. Apparently, the club has been running for a number of
years; I’ve only just learned of it, I guess Facebook is bringing previously
unheard of places to the fore.
MADMCC has two tracks, situated right in the centre of town on
council land; right next to the Golf Course (must be very patient and
understanding golfers); one track for the very junior rider, riding very
small bikes (Yamaha PW50 type machines) and the main track for more
experienced juniors and seniors. In the interests of safety, the main track
Ash great day for family bonding. Junior Pee Wee Track.
ride sessions are split into four groups, juniors are split into two groups;
one for those that like to ride around at gentle pace and another for the
very experienced racing type junior. The seniors have two groups also,
just as the juniors; slower and faster. To cover the safety aspect, the club
pays for a St Johns medical team to be on hand at every ride event; at the
couple of ride days that I attended, they had nothing to do (that’s a good
thing).
The club’s Committee members are elected into their positions by club
members at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), on ride days, parents of
junior riders and senior riders, all do their bit to assist. The 2017 (2018 not
confirmed as yet) club memberships costs are: Family $90, Senior: $70 and
junior: $60. The fee for each ride day is $20. The club is always looking for
sponsors to help financially, their main current sponsor is Road & River
Motorcycles, and they are situated in Riversdale Rd in Newtown.w
The club rides on the third Sunday of each month; but January’s event is
usually cancelled due to the summer heat and club officials on Christmas
and school holidays. The ride day normally gets underway around 9am
with a brief machine safety inspection prior to riding at 10am. You can
find more info on the club via their Facebook page under the name
MADMCC – Meredith & District Motorcycle Club, or just roll-up on the
third Sunday of each month and check it out.
- Johnny O
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Vanilla 24 Pack 2.85L
$0.53 per 100ml
$ 16 21 Prima Fruit Drink 6 Pack x 200ml
$0.15 per 100ml
$ 75 Whiskas Cat Food 400g
$0.25 per 100g

Wynns
Coonawarra
Wines 750ml

ANY

10
2 FOR 2 FOR
$ 90 $ EA $ 66
SAVE FROM SAVE SAVE

16 1199 20
Carlton Draught 24 Pack x 375ml Jim Beam, Johnnie Walker Red
& Great Northern Super Crisp $ $ Label, Gordon’s Gin, Bundy UP $
30 Pack x 375ml Rum & Smirnoff Red 700ml

Proudly Australian owned and truly independent On sale Wednesday 17th January to Tuesday 23rd January 2018

FOODWORKS BACCHUS MARSH

1-9 Bennett Street, Bacchus Marsh
Phone: 5367 3388
Limit rights reserved. Persons under the age of 18 will not be served alcohol or tobacco.