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OPEN FOR BUSINESS – Primary School teacher Megan Fromholtz and Grade 1 students Jessica and Sam say the new Art Space is a great place! Photo – Helen Tatchell

New space is the place

NEW LIGHTS and a spacious art “It’s one large room adjoined to “The new art facility is a remark- “It’s always good to meet good “The students worked with me in room at Bacchus Marsh Primary the old principal’s house. It’s con- able achievement, driven by a team people,” he said. the art room and then created QR School is inspiring students to necting the old and the new. In be- of dedicated people under the lead- Ms Fromholtz said the new art codes for their work on the com- think outside the box, after an art tween the rooms there’s a gallery ership of Principal Ian Wren.” space was rustic with nice modern puters. Scanning the art and hav- show was held in conjunction with space. The design of the space is Cr. Tatchell said the fact that it was light fittings made by one of the ing the information come up on the official opening last week. really inspirational. iPads really appeals to the younger funded internally showcases the parents from old fence wire. The $150,000 art room, which was “In the summer students can take generation and the older genera- “can do” attitude of the school. “The kids will be inspired work- fully funded by the school, fea- their easels outside to paint,” Ms tion are enjoying learning the new tures windows with interesting Fromholtz said. “The facility compliments the ex- ing in the space. It’s bigger with lots technology. of light.” shapes, a red brick feature wall and Moorabool Mayor Paul Tatchell isting building and provides the “We’re hoping outside artists will large sliding doors opening onto a attended the opening and said the perfect atmosphere for imagina- She said currently hanging in the come along and use the opportu- kitchen garden. Bacchus Marsh Primary school tion and creativity. The art show gallery was Grade 5 students’ work nity to hold exhibitions here out of Visual art teacher Megan From- “sets the standard in providing a complimented the opening and using wet and dry felting based on school hours. There might also be holtz said the school was really holistic education for our young displayed a mixed genre of tradi- the Ned Kelly series by artist Sid- opportunities for after-hours art proud of self-funding the art room. people.” tional art and technology. ney Nolan. classes to be held here.”

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Police are investigating a potential murder suicide which has left an innocent Bacchus Marsh man trauma- tised and in hospital. The incident began at 4am on Sunday 14 December when a car collided with a truck on Hopkins Road in Direct Farmers Market Truganina, and the single male occupant of the car was www.thefruitsoflife.com.au killed. Police investigating the crash were led to conduct a THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS welfare check on a house in Corey Close, Deer Park, later Fresh from our Farm that morning, where the body of a woman was found. It is believed that the wom- an is the wife of the deceased male. Investigators said the death Strawberries Bananas is being treated as suspi- made when the truck tipped $1.29 punnet $1.49 kg cious but at this stage they the road, puts his foot on the his own life, to involve an over in the windscreen, and are not searching for anyone accelerator as hard as the car innocent person and to sac- he crawled out of the truck Fresh from our Farm Fresh from our Farm in relation to the death. will go and slams straight rifice someone else’s life and into the front of the truck. through that little hole sur- The truck was owned by to traumatise that person is rounded by jagged glass. Bacchus Marsh business “The truck was doing absolutely wrong,” she said. Fruits of Life and owner Be- 80kph-90kph, the car was “He went straight to the Ms Dellios explained that probably doing 140kph. car and the other bloke was linda Dellios explained that usually there are two driv- dead.” her brother in law was driv- “The truck driver tried to ers in the truck and she is swerve, but the car ended The truck driver remains Spring Onions Caulifl owers ing the truck involved in the thankful that both were not up hitting the truck and in hospital and is suffering 79c bunch $1.49 each collision. at the time of the collision. “He was just helping us out went under the front of it trauma. Police are investigating on the day and was on his and the truck tipped over, “Not only did this person both of the incidents and way to pick somebody up to rolled over, it was absolutely want to take his own life, go to a Farmer’s Market and destroyed. the implications of this are will prepare a report for the was just doing his normal “When it flipped the cabin pretty horrific. I understand Coroner. thing, then all of a sudden was completely pushed in people have all sorts of is- The fatality has not been From our home to yours, this car veers onto his side of - there was a hole that was sues but if he wanted to take added to the road toll. From our heart to yours, We wish you all, our Darley customers – our friends, a truly joyful, heartfelt killing Christmas. God bless, stay safe, be happy, let your hair update down and boogie! TAI Sharp faced the Su- from Sam, Belinda and the preme Court on Monday for the manslaughter of Darley team at The Fruits of Life man John Starling. Following a two-day com- mittal hearing which ended on Friday, December 12, Deputy Chief Magistrate Felicity Broughton ordered Fruit & Vegetable Delivery Boxes 22-year-old Sharp to appear before the Supreme Court on FREE DELIVERY to local areas! December 15 for a directions monday & friday hearing. Fruity Tooty Small: $36.50 The Fulham man is charged Fruit, fruit, fruit! Loads of seasonal fruit! Great for a quick with killing 35-year-old snack, on top of your breakfast or in the kids’ lunch box! Starling outside a house in Jonathon Drive, Darley, on 3 Pink Lady Apples 1 Lime June 8, 2013. Sharp remains 3 Apricots 2 Mangos in custody. 1 Hass Avocado 2 White Nectarines 5 Bananas 2 Yellow Nectarines

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BMScreens+Blinds What the children really saw ORDER NOW FOR 2015! AN exhibition that focuses on literacy has been put together by local school and kindergarten children and is on display at Lerderderg Library. The exhibition theme is a child’s impression of the Roller Shutters Vistaweave/Canvas Best Start Literacy Trail, held in Bacchus Marsh in Hollands PVC Awnings September. Clearview Timbers Best Start (a partnership Verticals Romans of local organisations) Slimlines Wardrobes gave each school and kindergarten a camera so Shower Screens Wardrobe fi t outs children could capture their own impressions of Security Doors the Literacy Trail. Their fun, quirky, creative photos offer P: 5367 4938 M: 0411 611 816 visitors to the exhibition a unique interpretation of the day. Enjoying the Literacy Trail Exhibition put together by local children at the Lerderderg Library are (L-R) Julian and Brooke McNeill and Jorja Lewin. Some children have also Photo courtesy – Jane Gardner (BestStart) written poems about the SAY trail. The collection of literacy skills and give them was an exciting day … there costumes, football, painting, HELLO TO children’s works aims a sense of achievement. were clowns, dogs, Captain people, but no sausages … THE WINNER to encourage children to Contributor to the Underpants, bubbles, magic Waaaah! Overall it was the OF ’S develop their all-important exhibition, Holly, said: “It tricks that I can’t figure out, best Literacy Trail ever!” ‘BEST TRAVEL AGENCY GROUP’ 2014 The book of life Moorabool mayor Paul couraged residents of Grant Tatchell has congratulated Lodge and Providence Aged Grant Lodge resident Robyn Care in Bacchus Marsh to ex- Huisman on her poems in press their thoughts through Memory Byways, Journeys poems, which offer rare SEE THEPAGE TRAVEL 7 FOR PAGESMORE. FOR MORE. with Dementia. insights into the way the The book of poetic and pic- world is seen through the torial pieces was launched experience of persons with on November 30 at the Ler- dementia. derderg Library and Mayor Mayor Tatchell said it was helloworld awarded ‘Best Travel Agency Group’ Tatchell said the book pro- (100 outlets or more) a surreal experience com- vided a rare insight into bined with a great sense of the devastating effects of humility. dementia. “The poetry contained in “The book of life should the book gave a sense that no never be judged by its cover. Sale of Watercolour matter what is taken away The story still lies within, from us, nothing can take just harder to find,” he said. Paintings and Prints away who we are. Memory Byways was ed- “The things that define us ited by Carolyn Vimpani, of Bacchus Marsh as people remain impenetra- and members of the Bacchus by local Artist ble defiant of physical loss. Marsh and District Photog- The soul remains faithful to raphy Club provided the Peter Clarke the person within, and the illustrations including the expressionthe Millis Cottageundeniable.” : restaurant & cafe attractive cover photograph Ideal Christmas Gifts! FacilitatorsDraft 7Robyn Youl and which was contributed by Geraldine McKendrick en- Kim Prime. Robyn Huisman and Cr Paul Tatchell LaPerla Gallery 17 Kyle Way, Bacchus Marsh (off Clifton Drive) Saturday 20 December restaurant & cafe The Renovator & breakfast | lunch | functions Sunday 21 December Appliance Saver 11am - 4pm Breakfast & Lunch Up to 50% off leading brand appliances Tue to Sun, 8 til 5 (eg Fridges, washers) and bathroom products restaurant & cafe • Fresh seasonal menu New and Factory Seconds we’re now • Quality coffee • House made cakes Showroom at Redgum Nursery online go to • c 1857 stone cottage 182 Gisborne Rd, Bacchus Marsh themooraboolnews.com.au Open Wed through Sat 10am - 3pm www.renovatorsaver.com.au The Ballan’s Main Rd | 96 Inglis St | 5368 2999

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Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Season reminder to take care By Jessica Howard unteers assisted Paramedics [in treating] the large num- The Bacchus Marsh State ber of patients,” he said. Emergency Services is Police, Ambulance and CFA warning Moorabool Shire also attended. residents to be careful on the Mr Robson said this was the roads this Christmas, after a third serious collision in two recent multiple vehicle crash weeks which SES volunteers in Parwan. had attended in the Balli- SES volunteers arrived at ang/Parwan area. the scene of the crash, situ- ated on the Bacchus Marsh- “We encourage all motor- Road, on November ists to take care on the roads 30 to find a three-vehicle as the holiday season ap- collision with one vehicle on proaches. Take your time its roof, having rolled, said whilst travelling on the Deputy Controller of Opera- roads, take regular breaks tions Bill Robson. and stay alert,” he said. “In total, nine patients were “Our volunteers are, as al- assessed from the three ve- ways, on call 24 hours a day, hicles with most transported 7 days a week, however we to hospital. Whilst no per- are hoping for an incident sons were trapped, SES vol- free holiday period”. FOUR OUT OF FIVE BUSHFIRE DEATHS HAPPEN CLOSE TO HOME. IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. LEAVE EARLY. Check Fire Danger Ratings and warnings regularly. LEAVE AND LIVE.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS The staff at The Village Bacchus Marsh would like to wish the Bacchus Marsh Community and their families Commuters need training a very Merry Christmas and a bright RESIDENTS living near the rather than using empty car out of my driveway because cameras. and happy New Year. Ballan Railway Station are spaces at the station’s eastern the cars are parked so close “Fisken Street residents fed up with commuters who carpark. to the edge of my driveway, have the same problem as We hope you have a safe and happy park along Atkinson and “The worst thing is when or are overlapping it. us. People actually abuse us holiday. Fisken streets. they park in front of our “The excuses you get from if we ask them to move. Atkinson Street resident bins. Our bins haven’t been the people parking there “It’s just pure laziness. They Annette Hunt said many collected at least four times. are usually, ‘we’re running admit they’re running late. commuters were parking Council has offered us tip late’. But the new carpark A couple of times cars have directly outside her house, vouchers, but what if we (east of the station) is never been left here for a whole SANTA PHOTOS in front of her bins on col- didn’t have a trailer?” Mrs full. It’s silly. That carpark weekend or a week.” lection day, and sometimes Hunt said. is just as close as here and Mrs Hunt said the loss of Don’t forget overlapping her driveway, “Sometimes I can’t reverse it’s got lighting and security amenity for residents of At- Santa is here kinson and Fisken streets was getting worse. “We’ve for photos lived here 23 years and are with his lovely HOME DECOR & now thinking of moving photographer just because of the parking issue.” on Thursday MORE IMPORTS “Nothing is enforced and to Sunday. that’s the problem. The 11am to 1pm (Moorabool Shire) compli- CONTAINERS JUST ARRIVED! & 3.30pm to HUGE RANGE & GREAT EVERYDAY LOW PRICES! ance officer I complained *CONDITIONS APPLY to said nothing could be 5.30pm done. If they kept an eye on it and did their job then we wouldn’t have an issue. Our neighbour has already moved because of it. They’re GIFT WRAPPING not listening to us,” she said. BABY BUDDHA CHINESE “It’s a big safety issue. There Acrofun Gymnastics will be here RRP $35 LANTERN are young kids in this street. on Thursdays through to Sunday SALE PRICE RRP $30 I can’t allow my grandkids between 11am and 1pm and 3.30pm SALE PRICE outside because people don’t $25 care. We’re liable coming out to 5.30pm to make your gift wrapping of our driveways if we can’t even easier. Gold coin donation. $15 see because of these parked cars and we hit a station- ary or moving car, or even a person. The cars block our vision.” 1.8M She said police could only 3 DRAWER book people who parked il- BAMBOO TABLE legally, and there was no sig- FENCING 60W X 80H nage to prevent people from RRP $79 EVERYDAY parking next to or over her SALE PRICE driveway. LOW PRICE Mrs Hunt received an email from Moorabool Shire Coun- $38 $95 cil on December 4 which A PANEL! said the issue was being in-

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Well I’ve actually just done all my shopping in Melton, who has made a contribution to there’s a lot more to choose from there. - Karen (Greendale) the Moorabool Community? Moorabool Shire Council has established the Moorabool Youth Awards in order to Yes, we like to support the local businesses. recognise the contributions young people - Kristy and Natalia make to the Moorabool community. (Bacchus Marsh) Young people aged between 12 and 25 years as at 30 April 2015, who live, work, go to school or have other signifi cant connections to the Moorabool Shire and Newborns in the district have made a contribution to their community are eligible to nominate Babies born recently at Bacchus Marsh and for this award program. Contributions can include an achievement in an area of interest (sport, arts), voluntary service to the community Melton Regional Hospital. or someone who has overcome signifi cant adversity. Anyone can Bradley James has a little nominate or self-nominate. sister, Brooklyn. Born to Melton Nomination forms will be made available from 12 January at Council parents Kirsty and John on Thursday 11 December, he offi ces in Bacchus Marsh (182 Halletts Way, Darley) and Ballan (15 arrived at 6.37pm weighing 6lb Stead Street) and online at www.moorabool.vic.gov.au. 4oz (2830 grams). Nomination forms must be completed and returned to Council by 5pm couple Sylwia on Friday 27 February 2015. and Martin Jedras have If a nominee is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian of the nominee welcomed their first child, a Little Tommy Stanley Harris little girl Olivia. Arriving at must give permission for the nominee to be part of the Awards program. has been born to parents 8.21pm on Monday 8 The awards will be presented during National Youth Week in April 2015. Leanne and Trent Harris. December, Olivia weighed Arriving on Wednesday 10 6lb 72oz (3050 grams). For more details or if you have any enquires please contact the Youth December at 6.21pm, Tommy Services Team at [email protected] or on 5366 7100. weighed 3630 grams and is a little brother for Jack.

Little Henry has a little sister Ella Fleur Petersen. Born on Wednesday 3 December to Darley parents Lynleigh and Liam, Ella arrived at 9.11am weighing 3820 grams.

Do you know of a Young DoPerson you whoknow has of madea Young a contribution Person who to hasthe made a contribution to the Moorabool Community? Moorabool Community?

Moorabool Shire Council has establishedMoorabool the MooraboolShire Council Youth has Awards established in order the to Moorabool recognise Youth Awards in order to recognise the contributions young people makethe to contribution the Moorabools young community people. make to the Moorabool community.

Young people aged between 12 andYoung 25 peopleyears as aged at 30 between April 2015, 12 and who 25 live y,ears work as, go at to30 April 2015, who live, work, go to school or have other significant sconnectionschool or ha tove theother Moorabool significant Shire connections and have tomade the Mooraboola Shire and have made a contribution to their community arecontribution eligible to nominate to their communityfor this award are program eligible. toContributions nominate for this award program. Contributions can include an achievement in acann area include of interest an achievement (sport, arts ),in voluntaryan area serviceof interest to the(sport, arts), voluntary service to the community or someone who has covercomeommunity significantor someone adversity. who has Anyone overcome can nominate significant or adversity. Anyone can nominate or self-nominate. self-nominate. CLOSING Nomination forms will be made available from 12 January at Council offices in Bacchus Nomination forms will be made available from 12 January at Council offices in Bacchus Marsh (182 Halletts Way, Darley) and Ballan (15 Stead Street) and online at Marsh (182 Halletts Way, Darley) and Ballan (15 Stead Street) and online at www.moorabool.vic.gov.au. DOWN www.moorabool.vic.gov.au.

Nomination forms must be completed and returned to Council by 5pm on Friday 27 February 2015. Shop 74 The Village NominationBacchus Marsh forms must be completed and returned to Council by 5pm on Friday 27 February Ph: 5367 77442015. If a nominee is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian of the nominee must give SALE31st January 2015 permission forEVERYTHING the nominee to be part IfMUST a ofnominee the Awards GO is under program 18 years. of age, a parent or guardian of the nominee must give permission for the nominee to be part of the Awards program. The awards will be presented during National Youth Week in April 2015. The awards will be presented during National Youth Week in April 2015. For more details or if you have any enquires please contact the Youth Services Team at [email protected] ormore on 53667100. details or if you have any enquires please contact the Youth Services Team at [email protected] or on 53667100.

Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Page 9 News Flower show blooms Ballan Red Cross Annual Flower Show Forrest Gump said “Life ONE FULL BLOOM MY CHOICE – FRESH FLOWERS Class A Rose Aggregate - Betty Class E –Pot Plant Aggregate - is like a box of chocolates. 1. Betty Winter 1. Colleen Kirby Winter Lyn Sullivan You never know what you 2. Neil Binks 2. Karen Blizzard Class B –Floral Art Aggregate - Overall Aggregate - Betty Winter TWO VARIETIES IN FULL are going to get”. The same CHRISTMAS DECORATION – Elizabeth Zilveris Best Exhibit – Floral Arrangement BLOOM ANY MEDIUM could be said for a flower Class C – Novice Floral Work - Avril Smith show with the weather play- 1. D. Burville 1. Colleen Kirby Aggregate - Colleen Kirby Best Exhibit – Other than a rose - ing an important part for 2. Elizabeth Zilvaris 2. Lin Bowers Elizabeth Zilveris exhibitors. ONE ROSEBUD BUNCH OF FLOWERS – ONE Class D – Cut Flower Aggregate - Despite the lack of rain, the 1. Anna Mariampillai VARIETY OR MORE Betty Winter Champion Rose - Betty Winter overall enthusiasm of exhibi- 2. Therese Winter 1. Mary McEldrew COLLECTION OF ROSES tors did not wilt. 2. Coral Kay 1. Betty Winter Red Cross member Leone ONE ROSE – NOVICE GROWER 2. Lyn Delekta 1. Helen Hammond Fabre said the Christmas ONE ROSE - NAMED displays showed a clear pas- 1. Joan Young CLASS ‘D’ CUT FLOWERS sion from exhibitors. 2. Betty Winter THREE DISTINCT VARIETIES “They certainly put a lot of WHITE FLOWERS CLASS ‘B’ ARRANGED work into them. 1. Ann Crick FLORAL WORK Guest speaker Jim Le- 2. Elizabeth Zilveris AS I LIKE IT – FRESH FLOWERS ahy entertained the large PINK FLOWERS 1. Gail Binks crowd with singing and 1. Betty Winter 2. Ann Crick storytelling. 2. Gail Binks TALL & ELEGANT BLUE FLOWERS “Everyone was talking 1. Lyn Sullivan about him after the show. He 2. Eliz. Zilveris 1. Betty Winter has been one of the best we TABLE CENTRE PIECE 2. Elizabeth Zilveris have had,” Ms Fabre said. 1. Eliz. Zilveris YELLOW FLOWERS Photos: Leone Fabre “With the support from a 2. Joan Egan 1. Ann Crick small town and volunteers FLORAL ARRANGEMENT IN 2. Betty Winter we raised a clear profit of JUG CLASS ‘E’ POT PLANTS $2,800. Pretty amazing I 1. Concetta McFall BEST FLOWERING POT think for one day!” 2. Colleen Kirby 1. Elizabeth Zilveris Red Cross Luncheon & Flower CHRISTMAS TABLE 2. Leone Fabre Show Results 2014 DECORATION – ANY MEDIUM ANY OTHER PLANT IN A 1. Avril Smith CLASS ‘A’ ROSES CONTAINER 2. Lyn Sullivan ONE ROSE 1. Lyn Sullivan ARRANGEMENT OF ROSES 1. Anna Mariampillai 2. Lyn Sullivan 1. Heather Bainbridge 2. Betty Winter DROUGHT RESISTANT PLANT TWO VARIETIES OF ROSES CLASS ‘C’ FLORAL ART IN POT 1. Ann Spiteri For those who have NEVER won a 1. Marion Hartley 2. Kate Hay first prize at any show 2. Frances Barrett

Moorabool Shire Council

NOTICE OF ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL Emergency Services The next Ordinary Meeting of the Moorabool Shire Council will be held Wednesday, Please telephone 000 for all Fire, Police and Ambulance emergencies. Important 4 February at the Council Chambers, 15 Stead St, Ballan, at 5.00pm. Emergency Contact information includes: Members of the public are most welcome to attend. • CFA Fire Emergency 000 • Police Emergency 000 COMMITTEE MEETINGS • SES 132 500 Notice is hereby given that the scheduled meeting of the Section 86 Finance & • Ambulance 000 Governance Committee on Wednesday 17 December 2014, commencing at 3.30pm, • Victorian Bushfi re Information Line 1800 240 667 will now be held in Council Chambers, Ballan. • Moorabool Shire Council 5366 7100 The Special Meeting is open to the public and members of the public are most • Council Emergency Number 0419 887 065 welcome to attend. • Bacchus Marsh Hospital 5367 2000 • Ballan Hospital 5368 1100 IMMUNISATION CHANGE Further Council Services after hours information will be published in the Please note: in 2015, immunisation times in Bacchus Marsh will be changed to start week prior to Christmas. at 10am. Sessions are at Lerderderg Library, 215 Main St, Bacchus Marsh on the fi rst Please contact Customer Service on 5366 7100 for further information. Tuesday of every month (second Tuesday in November due to Melbourne Cup holiday). In 2014, sessions started at 9.30am, but in 2015, they will start at 10am. Garbage & Recycling All garbage and recycling services within the Shire over the Christmas/New Year COUNCIL OFFICES – CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR CLOSURE period will be collected as normal except for the following: Offi ce Opening Hours: • Garbage scheduled for collection on Thursday 25 December 2014 will be collected At the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Wednesday 5 November, 2014, Council on Friday 26 December 2014 resolved that the opening hours for all Council Offi ces will be as follows: • Garbage and recycling scheduled for collection on Thursday 1 January 2015 will be collected on Friday 2 January 2015 Wednesday 24 December, 2014 Open 8.30am to 12.30pm Closed 12.30pm to 5.00pm The Bacchus Marsh, Ballan and Mt. Egerton Transfer Stations will be closed on: Thursday 25 December, 2014 • Christmas Day Thursday 25 December 2014 to Friday 2 January, 2014 Closed • Boxing Day Friday 26 December 2014 • New Years Day Thursday 1 January 2015 Monday 5 January, 2015 All offi ces re-open 8.30am to 5.00pm There may be some delays to the collection of your garbage and/or recycling on the nominated collection day. Council appreciates your patience and understanding.

Moorabool Shire Council: PO Box 18, Ballan VIC 3342 Telephone: 03 5366 7100 Facsimile: 03 5368 1757 Email: [email protected] Web: www.moorabool.vic.gov.au CEO: Rob Croxford Page 10 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected] News A picture paints a Fiskville thousand words to come GORDON artist Marlene under fire Gilson is telling the story of her people and aboriginal THE new Victorian Gov- firefighters.” history at Melbourne Muse- ernment will hold a parlia- Slater and Gordon’s prin- um with her exhibition ‘Past, mentary inquiry into health cipal lawyer, Julie Clayton, Present and Future’. concerns at the Fiskville CFA said the inquiry was a step The Wadawurrung elder training centre. to finally getting some an- and her daughter Deanne Last Tuesday Premier Dan- swers for Fiskville victims Gilson have created over iel Andrews announced that and their families. 30 pieces of art, including when Parliament resumes paintings, sculpture and ink “Ever since concerns about a Joint Parliamentary Com- drawings, which capture the Fiskville site gained pub- mittee would be established significant milestones in lic prominence in 2011, our to conduct the inquiry. aboriginal history, including clients have been dealing John Batman signing a trea- The inquiry will study pol- with the uncertainty of not lution, contamination and ty with aboriginal people in knowing exactly what they unsafe activities at Fiskville Melbourne. were exposed to on the site between 1970 and today. Both artists distinctively and what kinds of health im- It will also cover the site’s explore colonial records of pacts this might cause into effects on the health of em- the goldfields of Ballarat and the future,” Ms Clayton said. settlement of Melbourne, ployees, residents and visi- “We are pleased that the in- celebrating the Koorie story tors during that time. quiry will consider compen- that is embedded but not al- listed in the 2014 Victorian of a cricket match at Corand- work on exhibition at Mel- “We need a full and frank ways acknowledged in these inquiry to answer every sation options to overcome Indigenous Art Awards in errk,” she said. bourne Museum and she this unacceptable situation, histories. August, where Deanne won question, honour every “We have had a good hoped locals would go down and will continue to advo- “I’m telling their stories, our the Australian Catholic Uni- worker and reassure every year. My artwork was also and have a look. stories and painting history versity Acquisitive Award, family,” Premier Andrews cate strongly for a fair out- used for the 160th anniver- that’s put into an aboriginal and on December 5 Aunty The exhibition runs until said. come for our clients.” perspective,” Aunty Mar- Marlene won the Koorie sary program of Eureka at June 28, 2015 at Bunjilaka “It’s time to put this right. The committee will provide lene said. Heritage Trust’s ‘Lendlease MADE.” Aboriginal Cultural Centre, I promised an inquiry an interim report by June Aunty Marlene and her Reconciliation Award’. Aunty Marlene said it was Melbourne Museum, 11 Ni- and now I’m establishing 2015 and a final report by daughter were both short- “It was for a painting I did “an honour” to have her cholson St, Carlton. it, because I support our December 2015. Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Page 11 Page 12 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected]

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BacchusBacchus MarshMarsh LeisureLeisure CentreCentre FREEFREE LAUNCHLAUNCH EVENTEVENT Living Longer Living Stronger SeniorsSeniors GymGym ProgramProgram

The Launch Day will involve a FREE come and try session followed by a morning tea with a guest speaker from the Council of the Ageing.

Date: Thursday 11th November 2014 Time: 9.30am Come n Try Session and Exercise in a supervised, fun, friendly environment to 11.00am for the Morning Tea & your individualised program with community Guest Speaker members of a similar age. Venue: Bacchus Marsh Leisure Centre RSVP: Lynne on 5367 6650

5 Labilliere Street, Bacchus Marsh Phone: 5367 6650 www.bacchusmarshlc.com.au Page 14 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected]

The What’s On section is for non-profit community organisations. All free events submitted will be considered for FREE publication at the Editor’s discretion. Advertising of AGM’s in WHAT’S ON this section will only appear if a paid public notice also appears in the classifieds section, as per the constitution of Business & Consumer Affairs for incorporated groups. ADULT EDUCATION CHURCH CHURCH Ballan & District Community House Catholic Parish of Gordon Church of the Living God Garden, Sewing Drop-in, Patchwork Practice, Ballan Mass Service Times – Saturday 20 December – Dunnstown, Christian youth ministry and bible teaching. 2nd Sunday Mothers and Model Railway groups still meeting. Enquiries 6:30pm. Sunday 21 December – Gordon, 8:45am; Ballan, of every month, 5pm. Open to all ages. At 14 Darcy St & Bookings call 5368 1934 or email [email protected] to 10:30am. Maddingley. Enq – 0408 260 727. enrol. Anglican Parish of West Moorabool Ballan Uniting Church Darley Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre Ballan, Bungaree, Morrisons and Gordon Services – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays 11.15am. 4th Sunday 9.30am 33 Jonathan Drive, Darley - Child care and venue hire also Service Times – Sunday 21 December - St John’s Bungaree, Reflective Worship. available. Phone 5367 4390 or www.darleylearning.com 9am; St John’s Ballan, 9.30am; St Mark’s in the Pub Gordon, Bacchus Marsh Uniting Church Parish 5pm. Please contact Glen Wesley on 5368 2730 for more Services - St Andrew’s 9.30am every Sunday (3rd Sunday of Melton South Community Centre details. Offering floristry class to create a Christmas floral centrepiece month Family Service). Pentland Hills 2pm 1st Sunday of – Wednesday 17 December. Phone 9747 8576 for enquiries Bacchus Marsh Baptist Church - Sundays, 10:30am month. Enq 5367 2543 (office) or www.themarshuca.org.au and bookings. Worship Service and Children’s Program. Phone 5367 6550 Golden Harvest Christian Fellowship for more details. Non denominational - Prayer every Sunday 10am, Men’s MEETINGS Our Lady Help of Christians KYB Monday evenings 6pm. Ladies KYB Wednesday 1pm. Sunday Mass 11.30am (2nd & 4th Sunday of Month). Further details – 0429 681 566. Footscray Poultry Club (at Bacchus Marsh) Meetings held 2nd Sunday of month, 2pm. Poultry Pavilion. Racecourse Rec. Reserve, Balliang-Bacchus Marsh Rd, St Bernard’s Catholic Parish Bacchus Marsh. All welcome – Jack 9741 9705. BALLAN AUTUMN FESTIVAL Bacchus Marsh 22 March 2015 MARKETS Christmas Timetable 2014 Stall Holders Applications are Ballan Lions Club Market ST BERNARD’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday 7 February, 8am-1pm. Closing on 31 DEC 2014 Christmas Vigil – Wednesday, 24 December 1st Saturday each Month. Inglis St, Ballan. Notice is hereby given that completed application 7pm Vigil Family Mass (preceded with Carols at 6.30pm). Ballan Farmers Market forms for a Stall at the 2015 Ballan Autumn 10.30pm Mass (preceded with Carols at 10pm). Next Market – Saturday 10 January, 9am-1pm. NB: no midnight Mass. 2nd Saturday each month, Mill Cottage car park. Festival are to be received by the committee no Christmas Day - Thursday, 25 December Enq – 0498 361 291 or 0490 114 130. later than 31 Dec 2014. 8.30am & 10am Mass. NB: no evening Mass. Darley Market Application forms are available on-line at OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS Saturday 20 December, 9am-1pm Korobeit Rd, Darley Park, Cnr Gisborne Rd & Grey St, Enq- 0488 345 145. http://www.ballanautumnfestival.org Christmas Vigil - Wednesday, 24 December Or they may be collected at 8pm Vigil Mass (preceded with Carols at 7.30pm). St. Pauls Uniting Church the Ballan Community House. NB: no Mass on Christmas Day. Inglis St, Ballan Completed forms should be sent to: ST BERNARD’S CHURCH ONLY A CHRISTMAS SUNDAY AFTERNOON PO BOX 203, Ballan, VIC 3342 Penitential Service: Tuesday, 23 December @ 7.30pm Or scanned along with supporting documents and Reconciliation First Rite (Confession): Sunday 21 December, 2.30pm evidence of direct debit payment then emailed to Saturday, 20 December @ 10am Come along and sing your favourite Carols [email protected] Tuesday, 23 December @ 10am Supported by A-CHOIRED Taste of Gospel Choir Wednesday, 24 December @ 10am

TOM Environmental Opinion with Tom Kingston Can modern science be threatened by nature?

As with the previous two shagginess of the Amazon, itself be all about controlling ins, is seen by Derrick Jensen less, and full of suffering. energy jump through hoops weeks, this week I continue and early Christian monks nature and the wild, both as modern society’s way of For example, he (Dawkins) on command.” If nature and the philosophical bent. This considered that the groves within and without. controlling the natural and writes, “The total amount the wild cause so much “suf- piece has to do with how and thickets harboured the Derrick Jensen in ‘Dreams’ the wild, of subjugating all of suffering per year in the fering per year in the natural in order to control and rule. we humans cope with our devil.” (Seven Stories Press, New natural world is beyond world” that it is “beyond In this sense can we say that ‘natural’ world. But what about science and York, 2011) quotes from Rich- all decent contemplation. all decent contemplation” nature and the wild are as In relation to nature, re- its approach to nature and ard Dawkins who by any ac- During the minute that it much a threat to modern then it needs bringing under ligion has often been ac- the wild? Can modern sci- count is one of the most fa- takes me to compose this control. cused, especially in light of ence also be threatened by miliar names in the science science as they were, and possible still are, to Western sentence, thousands of ani- In contrast to this view Der- the present environmental nature? In the current mod- world today. Jensen quotes mals are being eaten alive, religions? rick Jensen writes, “(Dawk- crisis, of trying to control, ern person’s understanding, Dawkins from ‘What is many others are running This attitude of defeating ins) could just have easily or even extinguish, the wild. science is seen as the great True?’ in The Devil’s Chap- for their lives, whimpering and controlling nature and written: “The total amount The Genesis account within liberator. Owing to the En- lain (New York: Houghton with fear, others are slowly the Christian tradition es- lightenment period, so it Mifflin, 2003) where he says, the wild that is proposed by of joy per year in the natural being devoured from within pecially has been seen as goes, science arose and lib- “Science boosts its claim Jensen as the central feature world is beyond all decent by rasping parasites, thou- promoting a type of control erated us all from the magi- to truth by its spectacular of modern science is espe- comprehension. During the sands of all kinds are dy- as ‘man’ is commanded by cal thinking of the past. But ability to make matter and cially evident in the follow- moment that it takes me to ing of starvation, thirst and God to subdue the Earth what are the consequences energy jump through hoops ing section from Dreams compose this sentence thou- where Derrick Jensen again disease.” (Quoted by Jensen (Genesis 1.28). Jay Griffiths of this rise of science to the on command, and to pre- sands of animals are lying in refers to the writing of Rich- from Richard Dawkins, in ‘Wild – An Elemental wild in nature and in hu- dict what will happen and the sun, others are making Journey’ (Jeremy P. Tarcher mankind? If parts of the when.” This writer asks, is ard Dawkins. Jensen writes, ‘God’s Utility Function’ in love, moaning in ecstasy, – Penguin, New York, 2006) Christian tradition can be ‘making matter and energy “What bothers me most River Out of Eden: A Dar- others are nursing their expresses this criticism well accused of contributing to jump through hoops’ simply about Richard Dawkins is winian View of Life, New when speaking about the the environmental crisis we another way of saying ‘con- that the world he describes York: Basic Books, 1995, 85) young, playing with others early Christian missionar- presently face, has science quer or subdue the earth’? bears scant resemblance From this brief description it of their kind, playing with ies in South America, “The improved things in this re- Science, as understood and to the world I inhabit. His is little wonder that Dawkins others of other species.” missionaries hated the feral gard? Perhaps science could promoted by Richard Dawk- world is nasty, meaning- is keen to “make matter and What is your opinion? Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Page 15

Renovate Space for the Family or relocate? those years? If the answer is yes, ask yourself whether all the downsides of a major reno- vation – from potentially months with no kitchen and/or bathroom to choos- ing everything from light fit- tings to drawer handles – are worth it to achieve your loca- tion and dream home goals. If you decide that the end Enzo Raimondo result is worth it, start inter- viewing architects to obtain CEO, REIV costs for your renovation and ensure that what you want is 704 Bungaree-Wallace Rd, Wallace When your kids are de- achievable with the funds manding their own bed- you have. Thoroughly ana- Price: $439,000 rooms, that old-fashioned lyse your finances, includ- kitchen is getting on your ing meeting with your bank This neatly presented 3 bedroom Timber set home offers nerves or your house needs manager and accountant, to comfortable family living and is set on approximately a major overhaul, a difficult ensure you can raise those 1.75 acres, with new carpet , floor tiles and window decision awaits: to renovate funds, plus contingency. or relocate. coverings throughout. The kitchen provides a gas It is also time to talk to a lo- Renovating an existing stove, dishwasher, ceiling fan and new tiles with the cal real estate agent to ensure home offers the chance to you will not be overcapitalis- dining room having a reverse cycle air conditioner. 2 create the house you want ing your home. If the cost of of the 3 bedrooms have BIRs, with the master having in the location you know your renovation will take the a walk through robe which leads to an ensuite with a and like. It avoids upheavals amount spent on your home toilet and vanity and all bedrooms are carpeted. The such as changing children’s above the ceiling price for schools or settling into a new family bathroom includes a separate bath/ shower and homes in your area, it may the toilet is separate. The laundry offers storage and community. But the difficul- ties are obvious: the disrup- be time to rethink. Even if tiled flooring. When you step out the back door there tion, the need to temporarily you plan to stay long term, is a patio/ entertaining area. The property also offers rent or live in a building site, assuming you will eventu- a two car garage with cement flooring, a wood heater the expense and potential ally be in profit, overcapi- and remote roller doors. There is also a storage shed for cost overruns, the work talising is not a good idea. and a single L.U.G with cement flooring. This property involved in planning per- Sometimes selling unexpect- edly is necessary and if the offers great access to the Western Freeway and is only missions, design and project management. house is overcapitalised, you 10 minutes out of Ballarat. For further details call Geoff may lose money. Taylor 0413 662 925/ David McLennan 0448 677 772. Buying a new home may seem easier. But it brings If you think the upheaval of its own challenges, not least a renovation is not justified, of which is finding the ideal or you are undecided about home in your preferred lo- it, an estate agent can help. cation. As well, it entails Have your home appraised selling your existing home – is the amount it is likely for the right price and coor- to sell for enough to buy the dinating moving from one to home you want? What are the other, preferably without the chances you will be able renting in the interim. to buy the home you want It’s a difficult choice, and in your desired area for the one of those occasions when amount you will have? making a list of priorities There are many important can help. questions to be asked and Start by asking yourself considered. Weigh all the what you want most: is it to factors involved, decide stay in your current location? your priorities, draw on the Is it to live in a home which professionals for advice, and Ph: 5368 1455 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK meets all your requirements talk to friends and family R E A L E S T A T E B A L L A N 128 INGLIS STREET, BALLAN and fulfils the wish list you who have renovated about have been compiling for all what was involved. Page 16 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected] John Kontek OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK R E A L E S T A T E B A L L A N Ph: 5368 1455 BALLAN BALLAN UNDER OFFER 5 Musgrave Street CENTRAL PARK ESTATE SOLD SOLD $409,000 AUCTION FAMILY LIVING 2 D FRIDAY DECEMBER 19TH Boasting a half acre block (Approx 2000m ) and SOLD L O a huge garage this quality 3 bedroom family home S AT 11 AM has been finished to perfection. Situated in one of the most sought after locations with stunning LOTS 3,4,6 & 12 landscaped gardens. 3 bedrooms with ensuite and walk in robe to master, a large kitchen complete POSTPONED with breakfast bar, gas and electric cooking facilities and cupboard space galore. Park like gardens, huge paved pergola, BBQ facilities and massive ONJUNCTIONAL AGENT workshop/garage complete with power and internet C connection. Extras include a court location, wood ERIC KONTEK REAL ESTATE heater, ducted heating, air cond, kids cubby house, AUCTION MELTON 8746 5917 walking distance to shops, schools, train station and Friday 19th December 11.00am the list goes on! Only an inspection of this quality FOR SALE home can reveal the treasure that awaits you.

BALLAN BACCHUS MARSH CENTRAL PARK ESTATE 7 Steiglitz Street 21A Dundas Street IN CONJUNCTION WITH ERIC KONTEK REAL ESTATE MELTON Auction December 19th @ 11am LOT’S 3,4,6,12 $345,000 $319,000 LOVELY AND CENTRAL INVESTORS TAKE NOTE 3 bedroom b/v home set on appx 1/4 acre. 2 3 bedrooms with BIR, master with ensuite of the 3 bedrooms with BIRs with the master and WIR. Huge showers, bath. Kitchen with providing a WIR and ensuite inc. shower, toilet and vanity. Family bathroom has a bath, shower stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and & vanity with a separate toilet. Gas cook top & island bench. Solar hot water. Ducted heating/ range hood, electric wall oven and pantry with ducted cooling. Single lock up garage with an adjoining dining area. Family room with remote. Private landscaped backyard. Walk to reverse cycle split system, access to a covered entertaining area and separate formal lounge. bus stop, park, schools and shops. Currently Laundry offers storage cupboards and tiled returning $1213 PCM. floor. Ducted gas heating. LUG with cement flooring and power, a separate garden shed, established landscaped gardens, large fernery, vegie garden/fruit trees, water tank and timber fencing with a secure rear yard. GORDON MILLBROOK 567 West Moorabool Road 429 Sullivans Road $899,000 $795,000 THE PERFECT FARM ROOM TO MOVE 5 bedroom executive style brick veneer homestead, with wide return verandahs, a double garage and Set on 80 tranquil acres, just 15 minutes from Ballan and Ballarat, is this large immaculately presented home. carport set on approx 70 acres. Modern kitchen Home & shed both connected to a 26 panel or 5KHW with granite bench tops and WIP, family room and solar system, plus a 114,000 litre rain water tank. The rumpus room. All bedrooms complete with split home features 3 good size double bedrooms, master systems, 4 containing WIRs and one with a BIR, with ensuite & generous walk-in robe, family bathroom with the master also having a full ensuite with a with oval spa, hostess kitchen with granite bench tops, his and hers vanity. Main bathroom with seperate glossy black appliances & butler’s pantry. Formal shower and bath and separate toilet. Large laundry lounge is equipped with a functional built in bar, billiard with ample storage and bench space. 4 large water table, formal dining space & lounge suite. 8 KVA reverse tanks, hay shed, machinery shed, cattleyards and air conditioner, free standing wood heater and ceiling fans. Impressive 12.25 x 24.5m colorbond shed. 18 crush. This stunning property also offers 3 dams, cleared acres for pasture, with the balance scattered lush pastures all bounded by farm wire fencing with Peppermint and Manna gums. A vegetable patch, in great condition. 20 mins to Ballarat, 1 hour to fruit orchard plus cattle yards add to the property’s Melbourne, 45 minutes to Geelong. appeal. Once you are there you won’t want to leave! MOUNT WALLACE 1856 Ballan-Meredith Rd WISHING ALL OUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE CLIENTS Offers above $600,000 A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY AND SAFE NEW YEAR. PICTURESQUE 50+ ACRES In a private and picturesque setting is this superb PLEASE NOTE WE CLOSE ON 19TH DECEMBER 2014 hobby farm style property offering a great lifestyle for those seeking acres and space for the AND WILL RE-OPEN ON THE 5TH JANUARY 2015 horses and stock. Situated within easy reach of Ballan and the fast train service to Melbourne and easy access to Ballarat and Geelong. This property is set on approximately 50 acres plus 3 acres leased, and comprises a quality and comfortable home with 3 spacious bedrooms, an ensuite to the master, well appointed kitchen and open plan living with great views overlooking the substantial dam at the front of the property. The property has extra shedding for storage and workshop, with 6 paddocks with troughs to each and good boundary fencing and ample tank water. An inspection will impress. John Kontek

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Geoff Taylor Dave McLennan Jessie Karp Director / Sales Manager Sales Property Manager 128 INGLIS STREET, BALLAN 0413 662 925 0448 677 772 5368 1245 Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Page 17

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GREAT STARTER ASKING $310,000 ALL ABOUT LOCATION ASKING $375,000 Bacchus Marsh 15 Beresford Crescent 3 1 1 Bacchus Marsh 13 Malcolm Street 3 1 1 Neat 3 bedroom home in a nice quiet location. Lounge room with gas wall furnace heater, off the lounge Well built family home located in one of the most sought after streets. 3 bedrooms, semi-ens to the master is kitchen & meals area with a wall a/c. 3 good sized bedrooms all with BIRs & master has a reverse cycle bedroom & separate family bathroom. Dining/meals area adjacent to the kitchen and a large lounge at the split system a/c. Polished boards throughout for easy cleaning. Double carport & an excellent colorbond front. There is a gas wall furnace heater & also ducted heating & cooling installed throughout. Externally shed which could be a garage or a workshop. Next to a nice little park & walking distance to shops doctors you have large covered outdoor entertaining area, a single carport & an extra long brick garage and & town bus stop this home would be ideal for fi rst home buyers or investment. workshop. Short stroll to the Village Shopping Centre & the Main Street. PID: 766086 PID: 764914

WHEN QUALITY & POSITION COUNT ASKING $275,000 FANTASTIC FIRST HOME! ASKING $330,000 Bacchus Marsh 10 Cain Street 2 1 1 Bacchus Marsh 15 Connor Street 3 2 2 Situated close to schools, shops, parks & other amenities is this 2 bedroom plus study unit. Well located 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is excellent opportunity for fi rst home buyers. Open plan living Consisting of galley kitchen/dining, formal living, heating & cooling, quality appliances and fi ttings & with wood heater & wall a/c & gas wall furnace heater. Master bedroom has ens & WIR & beds 2 & 3 have BIRs. Decked pergola area & a covered & paved outdoor entertaining area attached to large colorbond fi xtures. Externally we have a small yard, alfresco area & much more only an inspection will reveal. shed that doubles as a garage. Fully landscaped gardens on a 650m2 block, public transport from the front door & is within walking distance to the Main Street shopping centre. PID: 763463 PID: 739080

FANTASTIC HOME, FANTASTIC VIEWS ASKING $457,000 GOOD STARTER, LARGE BLOCK ASKING $299,000 Bacchus Marsh 8 Medway Court 3 2 2 Bacchus Marsh 45 Holts Lane 3 1 2 Family home located in the Links Estate with some of the best views in Bacchus Marsh. Study, formal This property provides the perfect opportunity to secure a great fi rst home or investment property lounge and dining, kitchen and meals area and great rumpus room and powder room on the main level on a larger than normal block. A neat and tidy 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a gas heater in and downstairs to the master bedroom with WIR and ensuite, bedrooms 2 & 3 have BIRs. Ducted cooling the lounge & a bright north facing meals area adjoining the kitchen, this home is ready for you to throughout and wood heater in the lounge. Double garage includes a workshop. Magnifi cent views over move in. A double carport, open pergola, a fernery & garden shed complete the outdoors, book your the Bacchus Marsh Golf Club. 1630m2 block with low maintenance gardens. inspection today. PID: 763939 PID: 742466

DEVELOP OR RENOVATE ASKING $329,000 YOU CAN SEE FOREVER! ASKING $395,000 Bacchus Marsh 34 Gaynor Street 3 1 1 Bacchus Marsh 3 Gleneagles Court 3 2 2 Set in one of Maddingley’s most desirable pockets, this character fi lled weatherboard home is offered Situated in the Golf Links estate is this three bedroom dwelling. Consisting of kitchen/dining, formal in immediate liveable condition, while offering great scope to renovate in your own time frame. Having living, rumpus, balcony which has views all over Bacchus Marsh, main bathroom & ensuite to master 3 bedrooms with front and rear access on a generous 800m+ square block, this property lends itself to bedroom, heating & cooling, double garage and much more only an inspection will reveal. Externally possible future development (STCA) in order to really capitalise on this sort of location just a stone’s throw we have a generous size block of land, pergola area, loads of storage, views that are just stunning from the train station, Maddingley Park, and schools. wherever you look. PID: 762974 PID: 755330

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ARIES—March 21-April 20 This is a prime time for expressing what’s in your heart. Romance is on the upswing. Avoid making casual prom- ises unless you are prepared to follow through completely. TAURUS—April 21-May 22 Combined efforts can bring imporant results by the end of the week. This week there will be opportunities for expanding your social circle. Travel plans may be under- going last minute changes. GEMINI—May 23-June 21 Your are an ingenious Gemini and you are in a creative mood. This is a good time for embarking on a new hobby. Finances do not run as smoothly as you would like so avoid impulsive buying this week. CANCER—June 22-July 22 Page 18 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected] New relationships, especially of a platonic order are high- lighted this week. In money matters you are very shrewd. Career options require a very thorough review. LEO—July 23-August 22 This will be a great week for meeting people from other countries. Your career related ideas prove winners - but be sure you receive the credit you are due. A romantic Stars & Puzzlesmisunderstanding is cleared up. VIRGO—August 23-September 22 This is an important week for discoveries and you may be acquiring a long sought after item. Travel is also ac- QUICK PUZZLE ★ cented, though some mixups may be unavoidable. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ LIBRA—September 23-October 22 A long awaited message arrives now. Although you may

feel forced into making a decision, hold out for more time

if you can. New directions are featured in your career. ★

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 Health and fitness programmes are highlighted. Harmony ARIES—March 21-April 20 is restored in domestic matters, thanks largely to your willingness to compromise. Careful budgeting is essen- This is a prime time for expressing what’s in your heart. tial if planning a trip. Romance is on the upswing. Avoid making casual prom- ises unless you are prepared to follow through completely. SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22 TAURUS—April 21-May 22 Coincidences are scattered through the week and your Combined efforts can bring imporant results by the end intuitive abilities are stronger. Education and travel are of the week. This week there will be opportunities for spotlighted and should combine well. Follow ups are im- expanding your social circle. Travel plans may be under- portant in fiscal matters. going last minute changes. CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 GEMINI—May 23-June 21 Intellectual activities are in the spotlight. This is an out- standing week for planning an academic project. A rela- Your are an ingenious Gemini and you are in a creative tive is supportive of your plans. Mechanical tasks require mood. This is a good time for embarking on a new hobby. prompt attention. Finances do not run as smoothly as you would like so avoid impulsive buying this week. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19 NO. 8885 CANCER—June 22-July 22 Clear your plate of odds and ends before starting an im- ACROSS DOWN New relationships, especially of a platonic order are high- portant project. A family dispute may expand out of pro- lighted this week. In money matters you are very shrewd. portion. Make an all out effort to keep the peace. Don’t 6. Coffee-pot (10) 1. Stay (6) neglect a health regime. 8. Service (4) 2. Surgical knife (7) Career options require a very thorough review. 9. Bucket (4) 3. Wine (6) PISCES—February 20-March 20 LEO—July 23-August 22 10. Perch (5) 4. Walk (6) Ease career tensions as quickly and as effectively as you 11. Gain (4) 5. Box (5) This will be a great week for meeting people from other can. Team-work is all important at this time. Romance 12. Barren (9) 7. Chic (5) countries. Your career related ideas prove winners - but accents its whimsical side. Family endeavours bring sat- 16. Doubting (9) 13. Anger (3) be sure you receive the credit you are due. A romantic isfaction. 20. Row (4) 14. Cat (7) misunderstanding is cleared up. 22. Animal (abbrev.) (5) 15. Firearm (5) VIRGO—August 23-September 22 BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK 23. Insect (4) 17. Customer (6) You have the gift of the gab, being witty, clever and able 24. Too (4) 18. Dog (6) This is an important week for discoveries and you may to make people laugh. Change appeals to you - some- 25. End (10) 19. Writer (6) be acquiring a long sought after item. Travel is also ac- times for its own sake. Stability is the key. Giving your 21. Garment (5) cented, though some mixups may be unavoidable. all to a project or a relationship brings significant results. CRYPTIC PUZZLE LIBRA—September 23-October 22 ACROSS A long awaited message arrives now. Although you may 6. To a child, it has the ring of authority (6,4). 8. A min- feel forced into making a decision, hold out for more time ister who’s retired, you say positively (4). 9. Attack in the if you can. New directions are featured in your career. end (4). 10. The girl, I grumble, is backward (5). 11. Home in which there’s a churchman (4). 12. They start hum- SUDOKU SCORPIO—October 23-November 21 ming and hawing (9). 16. Then that tie was tied by my- self (2,3,4). 20. Old: from dad’s time (4). 22. Are sixteen Health and fitness programmes are highlighted. Harmony starting out? (5). 23. She’s got half of them, mum (4). is NUMBERrestored in domestic matters, GAME thanks largely to your 24. Through a superior (4). 25. How the fisherman goes willingness to compromise. Careful budgeting is essen- when caught in a lie? (6,4). tial if planningANSWER a trip. BELOW DOWN SAGITTARIUS—November 22-December 22 1. Is found, as it happens (6). 2. Bottle or tin can, per- Coincidences are scattered through the week and your haps, with nothing in it (7). 3. Angled to take the girl out intuitive abilities are stronger. Education and travel are (6). 4. Aloof, is holding the book up again (6). 5. Ring the spotlighted and should combine well. Follow ups are im- president up for the material (5). 7. Started to be a terri- portant in fiscal matters. ble nag (5). 13. Nip back, too (3). 14. Shot at, to try to provoke (7). 15. Have about fifty to share equally (5). CAPRICORN—December 23-January 20 17. Just a little sweet (6). 18. Stolen trophy from Lanca- Intellectual activities are in the spotlight. This is an out- shire? (6). 19. The importance of time (6). 21. In short, standing week for planning an academic project. A rela-

steer erratically (5). tive is supportive of your plans. Mechanical tasks require

ment. 21, Terse (anag.). Terse 21, ment. prompt attention.

At-tempt. 15, Ha-L-ve. 17, Trifle. 18, Hot-pot. 19, Mo- 19, Hot-pot. 18, Trifle. 17, Ha-L-ve. 15, At-tempt. AQUARIUS—January 21-February 19

SOLUTIONS14, (rev.). Tot 13, - CROSSWORDBe-gan. 7, (rev.). NO.P-laid 5, 8884 R-emot-e.

Down - 1, Occurs. 2, C-O-ntain. 3, Glenda (anag.). 4, (anag.). Glenda 3, C-O-ntain. 2, Occurs. 1, - Clear your plate of odds and ends before starting an im-

QUICK SOLUTIONS portant project. A family dispute may expand out of pro-

Across - 1, Tomato Ketchup. 8, Chief. 9, pink. Leaflet. Salmon 10, 25, portion. Make an all out effort to keep the peace. Don’t

Eleven.Over. 11,24, Pebble. 12,(th)Em-ma. Spear.23, 14, (anag.). State. Exist 18,22, Praise.(rev.). 20, Pa’s-t neglect a health regime.

Pierce.20, 23,ti-me. Iterate.the At 24,16, Inapt. 25,Aspirates. Trumpet 12, player.De-a-n. 11, (rev.).

Across - 6, School bell. 8, A-veR. 9, Butt. 10, Naom-I 10, Butt. 9, A-veR. 8, bell. School 6, -

Down - 1, Ticket. 2, Maize. 3, Taffeta. 4, Kill. 5, Trade. 6, PISCES—February 20-March 20 CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC GEN WHY Halibut. 7, Putter. 13, Plateau. 15, Trivial. 16, Sprint. 17, Ease career tensions as quickly and as effectively as you

Setter. 19, Swamp. 21, Ready. 22, Melt. can. Team-work is all important at this time. Romance

Poodle. 19, Author. 21, Frock. 21, Author. 19, Poodle. accents its whimsical side. Family endeavours bring sat-

7, Smart. 13, Ire. 14, Siamese. 15, Rifle. 17, Client. 18, Client. 17, CRYPTICRifle. 15, SOLUTIONSSiamese. 14, Ire. 13, Smart. 7, isfaction.

Down - 1, Remain. 2, Scalpel. 3, Claret. 4, Stroll. 5, Crate. 5, Stroll. 4, Claret. 3, Scalpel. 2, Remain. 1, -

Across - 1, Private reason. 8, Leeds (leads). 9, All-owed.

10, Cutter. 11, Insu-re. 12, Pried (anag.).Conclusion. 25, 14, Spa-t(im)e.Also. 24, Moth. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK 18, At-tach.23, Rhino. 20,22, Has-ten.Tiff. 20, 23, Mal-aria.Sceptical. 16, 24, AisleInfertile. (I’ll).12, 25, Earn. You have the gift of the gab, being witty, clever and able

to make people laugh. Change appeals to you - some- Across - 6, Percolator. 8, Army. 9, Pail. 10, Roost. 11, Roost. 10, Pail. 9, Army. 8, Percolator. 6, - Cash on the nail.

times for its own sake. Stability is the key. Giving your Down - 1, Pal-ace. 2, I-nert. 3,SOLUTIONS A-us-tere.QUICK 4, Ex-am. 5,

(w)E’ll-en(ter). 6, Saw-dust. 7, Nodded. 13, Rattles. 15, all to a project or a relationship brings significant results. Plac-at-E8885 . 16,NO. Tar-mac. 17, Un-well.CROSSWORD 19, - Car-go. 21, Tes-SOLUTIONS

sa (rev.). 22, Part (rev.).

wiches (5). 18. This time I don’t agree to taking over (4). over taking to agree don’t I time This 18. (5). wiches

good trim, but out of her element (6). 16. Ring for sand- for Ring 16. (6). element her of out but trim, good

day to have their gathering (6). 15. Sounds like a girl in girl a like Sounds 15. (6). gathering their have to day

plumped for is very good (6). 14. Can’t decide on the on decide Can’t 14. (6). good very is for plumped

Deliberately break one’s own rule (8). 13. The one you’ve one The 13. (8). rule own one’s break Deliberately

space and loves it (6). 6. Being out on the spree (5). 11. (5). spree the on out Being 6. (6). it loves and space

shape for a stand-up fight (4). 5. Reads nonsense about nonsense Reads 5. (4). fight stand-up a for shape

dier back on exercises again (6). 4. A fellow in good in fellow A 4. (6). again exercises on back dier

doing some charring? (6). 3. Pay no attention to the sol- the to attention no Pay 3. (6). charring? some doing

1.Sell, in real trouble, the plant (8). 2. Entertainer who’s Entertainer 2. (8). plant the trouble, real in 1.Sell,

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pared to fight (5,6). fight to pared

singers? (3,5). 19. Attack society (4). 20. Mean and pre- and Mean 20. (4). society Attack 19. (3,5). singers?

day? That’s new (6). 17. Are they always hummed by hummed always they Are 17. (6). new That’s day?

successfully or scratched (6). 15. Left back within the within back Left 15. (6). scratched or successfully

by and see pouring drink inside (6). 12. Either played Either 12. (6). inside drink pouring see and by

upper classes (4,4). 9. An offer for the boat (6). 10. Pass 10. (6). boat the for offer An 9. (4,4). classes upper

caught entering (4). 8. The done thing for one of the of one for thing done The 8. (4). entering caught

6. The current stimulanet (7,4). 7. As soon as one got one as soon As 7. (7,4). stimulanet current The 6.

ACROSS

CRYPTIC PUZZLE CRYPTIC

18. Monarch (4) Monarch 18.

16. Award (5) Award 16.

15. Coin (6) Coin 15. 20. Ingredient (11) Ingredient 20.

14. Pact (6) Pact 14. 19. Close (4) Close 19.

13. Ditch (6) Ditch 13. 17. Humility (8) Humility 17.

Fish (8) Fish . 11 15. Till (6) Till 15.

6. Buffoon (5) Buffoon 6. 12. Way (6) Way 12.

5. Posture (6) Posture 5. 10. Sweet (6) Sweet 10.

4. Minus (4) Minus 4. 9. Inherent (6) Inherent 9.

3. View (6) View 3. 8. Bird (8) Bird 8.

2. Lissom (6) Lissom 2. 7. Robe (4) Robe 7.

1. Shorten (8) Shorten 1. 6. Cautious (11) Cautious 6.

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Classified ad bookings close 5PM Thursday. Bookings on (03) 5368 1966 or by email – [email protected] Email must include contact CLASSIFIEDS details or advertisement will not be placed. BUILDING CATERING GARDEN SERVICES DEATH NOTICE CROWN CATERING BROWN(nee Hanson) – Alma Annie “food fit for a king” Passed away peacefully at Ballan Aged Care on Tuesday (Oct 23, 2012) aged 90 years. Phone Dianne Beloved wife of Robert (Bob) (dec.), loved and cherished Architect – Peter Thompson Architects 0428 682 366 Mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Margaret, Charles, Building Surveyors – MBA Building [email protected] Anne and Graeme (dec.). Services P/L Ph: 03 5320 9999 Loved grandmother of Andrea, Natalie and Benny, Lee and Large Format Copying & Printing Andrew, Scott, Lindsay, Gareth and Lea, Adele and Joel. Also Available: Land Surveyor, BOOK NOW FOR YOUR Civil & Structural Engineering Loving great grandmother of Abby, Mitchell, Jack, & Associated services CHRISTMAS PARTY Ben and Jack (Wilson). 63 Grant St, Bacchus Marsh 0428 682 366 Mum and Dad Reunited The Long Nights Are Over WANTED TO BUy WANTED TO BUy Now Peacefully Sleeping caSh fOr Scrap Turn your scrap into cash SITUATIONS VACANT Cars, Batteries, Trucks, farm machinery, pUBLIC NOTICE batteries, copper. Copper, Brass, Anything metal and farm Aluminium, Scrap Metal clean ups. Farm Clean-ups BEST PRICES PAID We would like to invite you to our FREE PICK-UP Pick up available ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SURROUNDING AREAS Phone Stegley 5348 1131 at Lerderderg Library Phone Chris or 0418 481 137 The James Young Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 0405 331 468 215 Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Tuesday 13th November 2012 at 7.30pm BUSINESS FARMING Presentation on the Church Street Initiative FERTILISER CHRISTABELLES Please RSVP Helen Carr on 5366 3000 Jewellery, Homewares, SPREADING or Email — [email protected] Handbags, Lamps, Candles Spreading all types: “Supporting people with Lime, gypsum, Email - [email protected] disabilities The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Page 23 in the community” natural mineral fertilisers. pUBLIC NOTICE Monday to Thursday Prompt reliable service. 9.00am to 4.00pm Blackwood 4WD, GPS equip. machines. Classified ad bookings close 12PM Friday. Friday 9.00am to 1.00pm We can also deliver. 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Candles FARMING Quality Monuments Since 1935 BALLARAT MustBALLAN have GORDON med rigid 8am onwards and forklift licences. Front and back “Supporting people with Headstones & All District Cemeteries FREE pick up and delivery 5 Cain Street disabilities ✿ ✿ ✿ Knowledge of timber baskets with cover Monuments • Inscriptions Mowers, Chainsaws, Darley pUBLIC NOTICEin the community” Your Personal Designs would be preferred. Monday to Thursday Renovations • All Cemeteries Ride On’s and all types 4 new tyres All sections • All Styles Headstones & Monuments Interestedof Small Engines persons 24 HourHouse Accident/Breakdown contents, Service 9.00am to 4.00pm When Quality Matters Most All Memorial Works should submit their linen,Free car bodyfurniture, removal DARLEY JUNIOR FOOTBALLFriday “FRIENDly & HONESt SERvICE” Good condition 9.00am to 1.00pm ALL WORK GUARANTEED ✿ ✿ ✿ resumes to: electricalFarm clean goods ups Ph: John 5368 1866 PROMPT AND RELIABLE SERVICE CLUBShop 2/2 Graham Street 1/128 Elsworth St East, Ballarat Ph 5335 8074 Fax 5336 2669 admin@wilsonshardware. 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MN02304G2 GORDON 2014) at 11.30 a.m. CCB and CCR approved 100% ACCURATE SLASHING PAT CASH I N A Private Cremation will ChristmasAll Parents, Functions Supporters and Sponsors are welcome follow 1 bedroom house IN THE CARE OF Danni Daycare $85 per week Phone Dianne Phone Phone – Marlene Qualified Chef Enquiries — David Barnes FUNERALS Phone 0439 500 826 0428 682 366 0438 405 3045368 9081 04095368 445 9221 287 [email protected] Ballan - 5367 6733 - Bacchus Marsh 1114 Doveton St. Nth, Ballarat DEATH NOTICE FREEZEREMPLOYMENTDEATH NOTICE FOR RENTFUNERAL NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE Peter Norman Holland SEIGER, BACCHUS MARSH ANNUAL GENERAL 26/8/1970 – 5/12/2014 FREEZER Martin John. SEIGERTwo bedrooms. MEETING Ph: 5333 3911 Passed away peacefully in . Mass celebrating the entry into Eternal Life of the late Fisher & Paykel 22/06/1936 – 27/10/2012 Mt Egerton Dearly cherished soul mate of Robyn. Mr Martinavailable. Seiger will be in St Patrick’s Catholic Church, All Hours Upright freezer Peacefully at the Ballarat Base GordonSeparate on Friday toilet (Nov and 2) at TWO (2.00pm).Gold Battery Precious, loved, courageous son of Norm (dec) and Beryl. S T A NNE’S Revered brother to Michael, Philip, Colin, Sally, VINEYARDSEXPORTHospital, surround by his wife A privatebathroom. cremation will follow. Thursday 18th Trevor and their partners, Marketingand Officer friends. Dearly loved hus- Kitchen and laundry December at 6pm and Uncle Pete to all his nieces and nephews. 386ltr - 6 drawers band of Margaret for 40 years. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ballarat Regional St Anne’s Export is located in regional Victoria to share. At the Gold Battery. A tower of inner strength, you gave it your all with a resolve Loved and respected friend of Integrated Cancer Centre would be appreciated. Full service and specialised in exporting Australian wine. that we have the utmost respect for. the Seiger, McCabe and Nearn Public transport stop All interested persons For$300 company — 5368 development, 1441 families. a Marketing officer Pete, your time was short, yet you gave us so much. (Can delivery locally) out front of property.PAT CASHIN welcome. is invited to join our team. Major responsibilities All our love, forever. R.I.P. (Rest in peace) Ph 0438 577 745Ballarat 5333 Enquiries3911 5368 1603 at moderate cost included but not limited to: Complying with marketing policies and conducting market FUNERALS research; Reporting to management on research PUBLIC NOTICE and assist the development of sales target; Dear Valued Customers, Creating consumer awareness; Assisting with the After 12 years of trading, we are coordination of marketing events and campaigns; closing the doors of our business. PAT CASH I N Collecting data on consumers; Tracking marketing Thank you for all your support and sales trends. A salary of $55000 will be throughout the years. offered. Successful applicants must have a If you have any repairs that need to be picked up, please do so by the 31st of January 2015.* strong command of Mandarin language. To FUNERALS Yours Sincerely, Darek & Dorothy apply this position, please submit your CV to: *Uncollected goods may be sold after that date. [email protected] 1114 Doveton St. Nth, Gold N Time Jewellery PTY LTD Shop 74, The Village S/C, Bacchus Marsh Vic. 3340 Ballarat Phone/Fax: 03 5367 7744 POSITION VACANT Ph: 5333 3911 All Hours The Moorabool News OFFICE 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342 OFFICE HOURS Tuesday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (Mondays by appointment)

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EDITOR Helen Tatchell Tanks specific learning areas, assisting in the preparation GRAPHIC DESIGN Glen Martin of student resourcesPlease contact the and Principal, equipment Aleasa Carlton and assisting Pools on 0427 253 272 for job description and selection criteria. PUBLISHED BY The Ballan News Pty Ltd Pleasewith the contact communication the Principal, between Aleasa students Carlton Applications close Friday 16th January 2015 PRINTED BY Rural Press, Ballarat on 0427 253and 272 teachers. for job description Stock DISTRIBUTION 10,975 copies (CAB audit) andwww.mtegertonps.vic.edu selection criteria..au Gardens Published by Helen Tatchell, of 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342 for Applications close Friday 16th January 2015 The Ballan News Pty Ltd, 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342. Printed Everything! www.mtegertonps.vic.edu.au by Rural Press Ltd of 30-32 Grandlee Drive, South Wendouree, 3355. 0437 96 00 34 Responsibility for electoral material is accepted by the editor, Helen Tatchell, of 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan 3342. ABN 84 115 355 461. Page 24 The Moorabool News – 16 December, 2014 Email - [email protected] Sport Avenue Ballan Cricket Darley Division 1 Ballan 4/220 def 93 Bowling Club Batting Z Graham 91 no, J Graham 61 no, D Romeo 23 Cricket Club Results – Round 11 been a tricky green. Avenue Bowling comfortable win. were keen to atone for last M Snaith 8-3-3/10, N Heafield 6-1-3/12, R Scott 5-1-2/9 The Under 17 T20 side took Premier Division - trav- week’s loss, however they It was fantastic effort by the Div 1 boys who were led by on Melton West to amass elled to Queenscliff confi- found the going extremely Zac Graham with the bat making 91 not out and assisted by 8/199cc off their 20. Jye Ste- dent of giving a good ac- tough on the BMS’ green, Jarryd Graham with 61 not out to get the win. phenson 3/35 off 4, Brandan count, given that the team which played almost straight Foley 2/15 off 2, and Drew ran ladder leaders Ocean on one hand and wide on the Division 3 Results – Round 6 Locke 2 catches were the Grove to 14 shots last week. other. Ballan def Creswick (forfeit) highlights. Ryan Orr 44 and Queenscliff had the ascend- Final score - Avenue 89 lost Under 16s Jack Watkins 38 were the The First XI hosted Mt ancy from the start with Av- BMS 114 Ballan 7/130 def Darley 9/54 Clear at Darley Park, win- highlights with the batting, enue struggling on all rinks Division 8 - hosted Mid- Batting ning the toss and electing however the young Lions to maintain touch with their lands Golf and were keen B Loughnane 31, M White 26, C Sparrow 14 to bat, however they could were unable to reign in the opponents. not string a partnership big total set by West Melton, to maintain the fine form Bowling Final Score - Avenue 69 lost the team has displayed over together and were bowled and finished with 6/117cc off Queenscliff 111 B Loughnane 4.3-2-5/11, C Sparrow 4-2-1/7, M White 2-1-1/1, out for 76. With 47 overs left 20. the past seven weeks. This C McEgan 2-0-1/15 week Cherald Sinclair’s side in the day, Mt Clear began Under 16 Blue hosted top Division 3 - hosted Sebas- With the bat for Ballan, Ben Loughnane made 31 and Matt dominated their opposition their run chase, and looked side Ballan at Civic Hub topol in a crucial game for White 26. The fielding was good with Ben taking 5/11 and st nd recording a 43-6 victory, to be in trouble early at 3/25. Oval, and after winning both sides, as it was 1 v 2 Clint McEgan taking his first wicket in under 16s. which set up the team for Mt Clear finished the day the toss sent the visitors in. with both sides keen for a an overall victory. Veteran Under 14s on 8/102. Sajith Rupasingha The young side bowled ex- win. Stan Cumming’s rink also 3/37, Matthew Cape 2/16, tremely well against a tal- Avenue got out to a com- Ballan 5/83 lost Golden Point 4/88. contributed with a 33-22 shot and Brian Wheelahan 2/28 ented opposition to restrict fortable early lead and was Batting win and they were able to the highlights with the ball. them to 7/130 off 25. Baidon able to keep their opponents D Graham 31 ret no, J McGregor 19, R Ranieri 17, J Stone 2 no cover a rare loss for Ron Mil- The Second XI lost the toss Leonard 2/8 and Callum at bay all day Bowling lington’s rink and a narrow and bowled first, wasting Margrain 2/11 were the pick Final score - Avenue 129 def loss to Oscar Mauff’s rink to D Graham 4-1-1/7, B Guppy 2-0-1/3, E Shaw 2-0-1/6, L Penn no time getting the first two of the bowlers. Darley were Sebastopol 73 2-0-1/13 st win overall by 33 shots. wickets without conceding bowled out for 54 in the 21 Ballan put in a good performance in the field with all a run. Wickets continued to over. Division 5 - Journeyed to Final score - Avenue 117 def BMS on what has habitually Midlands Golf 84 bowlers bowling well, holding Golden Point to 88 runs off tumble frequently and Mt The Under 14s had a well their 25 overs. Ballan started well with the bat thanks to Clear were bowled out in the fought win away against th Dylan Graham, Jack McGregor and Riely Ranieri but fell 35 over for 86. Jason Spence Ballarat/Redan at Alfred- just six runs short of a good win. 3/18, Hayden Jamieson 2/10, ton. After winning the toss and Ben Longhurst 2/20 and batting, Darley amassed Bacchus Marsh Under 12s were highlights as was Co- 3/106cc off their 25 overs. Ballan 9/82 lost Darley Roar 5/261. rey Beaton’s first 2nd XI wick- Blake Colley 30* and Liam Batting et. Unfortunately Darley Cornford 24* were the high- C McEgan 24, D Pascoe 5, B Taylor 4 also struggled with the bat, lights in a great team effort Cricket Club Bowling and were bowled out for 54 with the bat. Tight bowling K Heafield 3-0-2/23, C Gates 6-0-1/47, J Johnston 5-0-1/25. in reply. With 11 overs left in by the young lions saw the Results - Round 7 the day, Mt Clear began their home side restricted to 6/90 McIntyre Cup 2nd innings and were 2/30 at off their 25 sealing another Bacchus Marsh 119 lost Woodend 6/227 stumps. great victory for this outfit. Scott Wakefield 39 The Third XI won the toss Under 12 Cubs played their and batted, posting 135. Brad match against Eynesbury. David Dickinson 16 Roberts 69 and Zak Butters Eynesbury won the toss and Rhys Watson 2/35 15 batting at number three in batted first finishing their Man of the Match: Scott Wakefield his first ever senior game for innings on 5/99 over the two B Grade the club were the highlights. days played. Bacchus Marsh 143 lost Ashfield 7/169 Mt Clear finished the day at Lane Havelberg 1/5 off 1/77 in reply, however quick 4, and Ben Taylor 1/4 off 3 Shaun Taylor 65 wickets could shift the game and Rockey Hoey 2 catches Man of the Match: Shaun Taylor back in Darley’s favour. led the way. Darley man- C Grade The Fourth XI won the toss aged a whopping 2/179 off Bacchus Marsh 120 lost Woodend 4/122 and batted first, and like the their 40 overs to set up the Richie Weerawardana 51 other grades struggled to big win. Jaylan Altray 25* Dylan Graham hooking string a partnership togeth- and Ben Taylor 25* were the Nick Hooper 24 & 2/9 for a boundary. er, and were bowled out for highlights. Chris Amphlett 18 Photo Chris Thom just 59. The woes continued Under 12 Pride hosted Man of the Match: Richie Weerawardana with the ball as Mt Clear Melton South and batted D Grade quickly amassed 159 with- first after winning the toss. Bacchus Marsh 6/143 lost East Sunbury 4/233 out loss, declared with 17 There were four retirements overs to go for the day. Dar- as Darley set up a big target Nick Stuhldreier 60 ley batted extremely well in of 7/155 off 40 overs. Lachie Matt Hicks 28n.o the second dig, with Lachie Oakley 25* was the highlight Tom Dickinson 13 Wheeler the highlight of the of the innings. 15 players Man of the Match: Nick Stuhldreier day amassing 62* out of Dar- shared the bowling duties in Ballan Golf Club F Grade ley’s 1/70 total at stumps. another great team perfor- Results - Week ending Sat 13 Dec Bacchus Marsh 192 def Sunbury United 8/81 The Under 16 Gold side had mance to keep the visitors a great win over Mt Clear in to 8/91 off 40. Jeremy Walker Michael Porter 81 Wednesday - Stableford their one day match on turf 2/1 off 3, and Brodie Ward John Mowlam 46 Winner - Len Killender 36 points, at Darley Park. After win- 2/8 off 4 were the highlights. Adam Jobson 4/8 R/up John McLeod 35 points. ning the toss Darley sent Ladder Positions: Man of the Match: Michael Porter NTP: 15th Con Britt, Magpie 14th Chris Tudor. Mt Clear into bat and got a 1st Eleven – 3rd nd st G Grade quick wicket early with the 2 Eleven – 1 Saturday - Stableford visitors at 1/18. However Mt 3rd Eleven – 2nd Bacchus Marsh 30 lost Gisborne 0/32 A Grade - winner John McLeod (7) 39 points, Clear fought back to be 2/50, 4th Eleven – 9th H Grade R/up Anthony Moore (8) 35 points. th but quick wickets again saw Under 17 T20 – 5 Bacchus Marsh 210 lost Lancefield 7/218 B Grade - winner David Blythe (18) 37 points, Darley back in control as they th Under 16 Gold – 4 Gary Robson 38n.o R/up on c/b Alan Sanders (18) 34 points from Barry Sims. restricted Mt Clear to 6/78cc Under 16 Blue – 5th nd Steve Charles 30 off 25 overs. Joel Barnes 3/7 Under 14s – 2 C Grade - winner on the day Len Killender (25) 46 points, off 4 was the highlight. Dar- Under 12 Pride – 1st Robert Dickson 29 R/up Peter Clifford (19) 39 points. ley finished the day on 7/91 Under 12 Roar – 3rd Mark Robson 26 & 3/47 NTPs: 7th Con Britt, 12th John McLeod, 15th John McLeod. at stumps off 24 overs for a Under 12 Cubs – 6th Man of the Match: Gary Robson Magpies: 1st Victor Buttigieg, 14th Don Wickson.

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